Fiber Optic Scaling Receiver for HDMI, Audio, and RS-232
User Guide
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FCC Class A Notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. The Class A limits provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction guide, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is
likely to cause interference; the user must correct the interference at his own expense.
NOTE: This unit was tested with shielded I/O cables on the peripheral devices. Shielded
cables must be used to ensure compliance with FCC emissions limits.
For more information on safety guidelines, regulatory compliances,
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Specifications Availability
Product specification are available on the Extron website, www.extron.com.
Conventions Used in this Guide
Notifications the following are used:
WARNING: A warning indicates a situation that has the potential to result in death or
severe injury.
ATTENTION: Attention indicates a situation that may damage or destroy the product or
associated equipment.
NOTE: A note draws attention to important information.
TIP: A tip provides a suggestion to make working with the application easier.
WARNING:Risk of eye injury: The FOXBOX SR HDMI outputs continuous invisible
light, which may be harmful to the eyes; use with caution.
•Do not look into the rear panel fiber optic cable connectors or into the
fiber optic cables themselves while the receiver is powered on.
•Plug the attached dust caps into the optical transceivers when the fiber
cable is unplugged.
• About this Guide
• About the FOXBOX SR HDMI
• Features
About this Guide
This guide contains information about the ultra-high performance Extron
FOXBOX SR HDMI scaling fiber optic receiver (see figure 1).
Local Monitor
HDMl
Extron
FOXBOX Tx HDMI
Fiber Optic Transmitter
HDMI
Blu-ray Player
Extron
FOXBOX SR HDMI
Fiber Optic Receiver
TouchLink
Control
System
RxTx
LINK
LINK
ALARM
OPTICAL
RS-232
OVER FIBER
FOXBOX Tx HDMI
Tx Rx 1 2
POWER
AUDIO INPUT
12V
1.0A MAX
HDMI
OUTPUTS
ON
HDMI AUDIO
HDMI
LINK
OFF
FOXBOX Rx HDMI
RxTx
LINK
POWER
12V
1.0A MAX
OPTICAL
™
VCR
DVD
DOC
CAM
LAPTOP
PC
ON
OFF
DISPLAY
MUTE
SCREEN
UP
SCREEN
DOWN
TCP/IP
®
100
RELAY
LINK
ACT
31
INPUT
IR
31
42
3
COM
1
42
TXRX
IPL 250
1
4
2
2
R
3
Up to 30 km (18.75 miles)
singlemode ber
SM Model
REMOTE
RS-232
ALARM
Tx Rx
RS-232
OVER FIBER
1 2
AUDIO
Tx Rx
L R
RS-232
HDMl
MPA 152
US
C
LISTED
17TT
AUDIO/VIDEO
APPARATUS
R
POWER
L
12V
3A MAX
Audio
Output
SPEAKER OUTPUTS!
INPUTS
OUTPUT
L
CLASS 2 WIRING
DO NOT GROUND
OR SHORT
R
L
Extron
SI 26X
Two-way Ceiling
Speakers
4/8
OHMS
R
REMOTE
VOL/MUTE
50mA
10V
Extron
MPA 152
Mini Power
Amplier
Projector
Figure 1. Typical FOXBOX SR HDMI Application
FOXBOX SR HDMI • Introduction1
About the FOXBOX SR HDMI
The FOXBOX SR HDMI is an ultra-high performance scaling fiber optic receiver that accepts a
proprietary optical signal on a single LC connector from a compatible fiber optic transmitter
or daisy-chained receiver located up to 30 km (18 miles) away.
The receiver outputs a single link of HDMI video, digital audio (embedded in the HDMI
output), analog audio, and RS-232 serial commands. The receiver can scale its video output
to one of several resolutions and rates.
NOTE: For HDCP compliance:
• A FOXBOX SR HDMI receiver must be paired with a FOXBOX HDMI or
• You must connect both fiber optic cables between the transmitter and
• A signal cannot be daisy-chained and retain HDCP compliance.
• The bidirectional Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) is not supported.
If the receiver is appropriately configured and has a second fiber optic cable installed, it also
can either:
• Receive an RS-232 return from a controlled device and send it to the transmitter via a
proprietary optical signal, or
• Output a daisy-chained signal to another receiver.
If either RS-232 return or daisy-chained communications are implemented, the receiver
outputs a proprietary signal on the second fiber optic cable carrying the signal.
For video resolutions up to 1600 x 1200, 1080p, or 1920 x 1200, the video output of the
receiver is a perfect, pixel-for-pixel recreation of the video signal input from the transmitter.
The single link of HDMI video output by a FOXBOX SR HDMI can be converted to DVI-D
video with the appropriate adapter.
The receiver has built-in color bars, crosshatch, grayscale, alternating pixels, and crop test
patterns, which are available under RS-232 Simple Instruction Set (SIS™) control, to assist in
setting up the display equipment and image and audio adjustments. The receiver has image,
audio, fiber light status, and lost-light alarm indicators.
PowerCage FOX HDMI transmitter.
receiver.
System Compatibility
The FOXBOX SR HDMI receiver operates interchangeably with all HDMI, DVI, and VGA
transmitters in the Extron FOXBOX, PowerCage FOX, and FOX 500 families, including Plus
and non-Plus units.
NOTES:• Although the receiver can operate with non-HDMI transmitters, the video
• The receiver is not compatible with the FOX AV, PowerCage FOX AV,
output is not HDCP-compliant.
FOX 3G HD-SDI, PowerCage FOX 3G HD-SDI, and FOX 3G DVC transmitters.
FOXBOX SR HDMI • Introduction2
Features
Cable Transmission Modes
The receiver is further categorized by the type of fiber optic cable, multimode or singlemode,
which defines the effective range of transmission:
• Multimode (MM) — Long distance, up to 2 km (6,560 feet) (depending on the fiber
cable)
• Singlemode (SM) — Very long distance, up to 30 km (18.75 miles)
NOTE: The multimode and singlemode units are physically and functionally identical,
with the exception of the effective range of transmission. In this manual, any
reference applies to either transmission mode unless otherwise specified.
Ultra high performance — The FOXBOX SR HDMI receives pixel-for-pixel HDMI or DVI-D
(with an adapter) video transmission, up to 1920 x 1200 at 60 Hz.
Video output — The receiver outputs a single link of HDMI video.
Compatible with the FOX Matrix Switchers, and FOX 500, FOXBOX, and
PowerCage FOX transmitters and receivers (with the exception of the FOX DA6,
FOX 2G, and FOX 3G HDSDI products)
Analog audio output — The receiver outputs balanced or unbalanced stereo audio on a
5-pole captive screw connector and digital audio embedded in the HDMI output.
Links monitoring — The receiver panel has indicators for monitoring image and audio
transmission and the fiber optic link.
Loss-of-light alarms — The receivers panel has discrete outputs that indicate if either of
the fiber optic links has suffered a loss of the light signal.
Signal Processing Product Control Program — For RS-232 remote control from a PC, the
Extron Signal Processing Product Control Program, which runs under Microsoft® Windows®,
provides a graphical interface with drag-and-drop, point-and-click operation.
Simple Instruction Set — The receiver uses SIS commandsfor easy remote control
operation.
Analog audio level — The analog audio output is at the consumer level (-10 dBV).
Auto Image™ — The auto imaging feature automatically sizes and centers the input to fill
the screen.
Upgradable firmware — The firmware that controls the operation of the receiver can be
upgraded in the field via an RS-232 link without taking the unit out of service. Firmware
upgrades are available for download on the Extron website, www.extron.com, and they
can be installed using the Signal Processing Product Control Program.
Memory presets — 30 memory presets are a time-saving feature that lets you store input
size and position settings relative to a specific input resolution. You can then recall those
settings, when needed, using the SIS or the control software.
LockIt™ HDMI Cable Lacing Bracket — The receiver includes a LockIt bracket to secure
the HDMI cable to the unit.
Rack mounting — The receiver is rack mountable in any conventional 19-inch wide rack,
using an Extron 9.5-inch or 6-inch deep rack shelf.
Power — The 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz external power supply provides worldwide
power compatibility.
FOXBOX SR HDMI • Introduction3
Installation
This sections details the installation of the FOXBOX SR HDMI, including:
• Rear Panel Features
• Front Panel Configuration Port
Rear Panel Features
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POWER
12V
1.0 A MAX
LINK
OPTICAL
RxTx
LINK
FOXBOX SR HDMI
HDMI AUDIO
ON
OFF
OUTPUTS
HDMI
AUDIO
LR
RS-232
OVER FIBER
Tx Rx 1 2
ALARM
Figure 2. FOXBOX SR HDMI Scaling Receiver Rear Panel Features
a Fiber optic connectors and LEDs —
WARNING:Risk of eye injury: The FOXBOX SR HDMI outputs continuous
invisible light, which may be harmful to the eyes; use with caution.
•Do not look into the rear panel fiber optic cable connectors or into
the fiber optic cables themselves while the receiver is powered on.
•Plug the attached dust caps into the optical transceivers when the
fiber cable is unplugged.
NOTE: You can connect the transmitter to one or more receivers in one of three
ways:
•One-way (transmitter Tx to receiver Rx) only — Connect fiber cable
from the transmitter Tx connector only.
Ä
•Two-way (transmitter to receiver and return) — Connect fiber
cable Ä from the transmitter Tx connector and fiber cable Å back to
the transmitter Rx connector (see figure 3).
•One-way (transmitter to receiver) with daisy
chain (receiver to receiver) — Connect fiber
cable
the next receiver in the daisy chain (see figure 4).
Set each receiver in the daisy chain to daisy chain
mode. Up to 10 properly-configured receivers can be
connected in a daisy chain to a single transmitter.
pair. Typically, singlemode fiber has a yellow jacket and multimode cable
has an orange or aqua jacket.
• Only one fiber optic cable, transmitter-Tx-to-receiver-Rx, is required for
video, audio, and serial command transmission. However, if you connect
only one fiber optic cable, or if your receiver is configured to daisy-chain
the optical signal:
•The HDMI signal output by the receiver is not HDCP-compliant.
•You will not receive RS-232 reports from the controlled device.
To receive responses from the controlled device and for HDCP
compliance, you need to install both fiber optic cables and leave link 2
enabled (via an SIS commandto the receiver or using the Signal
Processing Product Control Program).
Ä Rx — For all one-way video, audio, and serial communications from the transmitter
to the receiver, connect a fiber optic cable to the Rx LC connector.
Connect the free end of this fiber optic cable to the Tx connector on a FOXBOX Tx
transmitter or to any other compatible Extron FOXBOX device.
Å Tx (optional) — Connect a fiber optic cable to the Tx LC connector for either of
the following functions:
Normal configuration — For all one-way return serial communications from the
receiver to the Rx connector on a compatible transmitter (see figure 3).
Daisy chain configuration — For daisy-chained video, audio, and serial
communications to the Rx connector on another receiver (see figure 4).
NOTE: The Tx connector emits light in either case and the Rx port receives light.
Connect the free end of this fiber optic cable to either of the following:
• The Rx connector on a compatible transmitter or to any other compatible Extron
FOX device
• The Rx connector on another receiver in the daisy chain
Tx Link and Rx Link LEDs — When lit, the link is active (light is received).
b HDMI Output connector — Connect a video display to this HDMI connector (see
“HDMI connector“ on page 7 for pin assignments).
c HDMI Audio switch — This switch mutes (Off position) and unmutes (On position)
the embedded audio output on the HDMI output connector. The audio on the captive
screw output always remains active regardless of the setting of this switch.
d Audio output connector — Connect audio devices, such as an audio
amplifier or powered speakers to this 5-pole, 3.5 mm captive screw
connector to output the transmitted, unamplified, line level audio (see
“Audio output connector“ on page 9 to wire a captive screw connector
for the appropriate output type and impedance level).
FOXBOX SR HDMI • Installation5
e RS-232 Over Fiber port — If you want the FOXBOX to pass serial
ALARM
RS-232
ALARM
command signals to a slave device, for serial control of a projector for
example, connect the slave device to the receiver via the first three leftmost
poles (Tx, Rx, and _) of this 5-pole captive screw connector (see “RS-232
connections“ on page 8 to wire this connector).
NOTES:• If you connect only one fiber optic cable (item Ä, on the previous
page), or you configure the receiver for daisy-chaining, you will not
receive reports from the controlled device. To receive responses from
the controlled device, you must install two fiber optic cables and leave
link 2 enabled (via an SIS command[see page 25] or using the Signal
Processing Product Control Program [see page 31]).
• The FOXBOX can pass RS-232 commands and responses at rates up to
115200 baud.
OVER FIBER
Tx Rx1 2
f Alarm outputs port — For remote monitoring of the status of fiber optic
RS-232
OVER FIBER
link 1, connect a locally-constructed or furnished monitoring device to the
receiver via the two rightmost poles (1 and 2) of this 5-pole captive screw
Tx Rx1 2
connector. When the receiver does not detect a light link on fiber cable Rx,
pin 1 and pin 2 of this port are shorted together (see “Alarm outputs connection“ on
page 8 to wire this connector).
gRemote RS-232 port — For serial control of the receiver, connect a host device,
such as a computer, touch panel control, or RS-232 capable PDA, to the transmitter via
this 3-pole captive screw connector (see “RS-232 connections“ on page 8 to wire this
connector (see “Remote Control“ on page 20 for SIS commands and software control).
h DC power connector — Plug the included external 12 VDC power supply into this
connector (see “Power supply wiring“ on page 10, to wire the connector).
FOXBOX SR HDMI • Installation6
Making Connections
71
01
1
19
HDMI connector
Figure 5 defines the HDMI pin assignments.
Type A Receptacle
19
182
HDMI
1
182
HDMI
Type A Plug
PinSignal
TMDS data 2+
1
TMDS data 2
2
shield
TMDS data 2-
3
41
TMDS data 1+TMDS clock+
TMDS data 1
5
shield
TMDS data 1-
6
Pin Pin Signal Signal
TMDS data 0–
TMDS data 0
8
shield
TMDS data 0-
9
TMDS clock
1117
shield
TMDS clock-+5 V power
1218
CEC control
3
14
15
6
DDC / CEC
19
Hot plug detect
Reserved
(NC)
SCL
SDA
Ground
Figure 5. HDMI Connectors
HDMI signals run at a very high frequency and are especially prone to errors caused by bad
video connections, too many adapters, or excessive cable length. To avoid the loss of an
image or jitter, follow these guidelines:
• Do not exceed 16.4 feet (5 meters) on the input of the transmitter or the output of the
FOXBOX SR HDMI scaling receiver.
• Use only the cable designed for HDMI signals that is supplied by Extron.
• Limit or avoid the use of adapters.
• Use only cables specifically intended for HDMI or DVI signals. Use of non-HDMI or
non-DVI cables or modified cables can result in a missing video output.
To securely fasten an HDMI cable to a device:
1. Plug the HDMI cable into the panel connection (see a in figure 6).
3
1
Figure 6. Installing the LockIt Lacing Bracket
2. Loosen the HDMI connection mounting screw from the panel enough to allow the
LockIt lacing bracket to be placed over it (b). The screw does not have to be removed.
4
3
2
5
FOXBOX SR HDMI • Installation7
3. Place the LockIt lacing bracket on the screw and against the HDMI connector, then
tighten the screw to secure the bracket (c).
ATTENTION: Do not overtighten the HDMI connector mounting screw. The shield
to which it fastens is very thin and can easily be stripped.
4. Loosely place the included tie wrap around the HDMI connector and the LockIt lacing
bracket (d).
5. While holding the connector securely against the lacing bracket, use pliers or similar
tools to tighten the tie wrap, then remove any excess length (e).
RS-232 connections
The Remote RS-232 port on the receiver only is for remote control of the receiver. The
RS-232 Over Fiber port on both units is for transmission of serial signals, such as projector
control signals, between the transmitter and receiver (see figure 7 to properly wire the
connectors).
REMOTE
RS-232
Tx Rx
RS-232
ALARM
OVER FIBER
Tx Rx1 2
FunctionPin
Tx
Transmit data
Rx
Receive data
Gnd
Signal ground
Do not tin the wires!
Ground ( )
Receive (Rx)
Transmit (Tx)
Bidirectional
Controlling
Device
Ground ( )
Receive (Rx)
Transmit (Tx)
NOTE: Cross the Tx and Rx lines once between the source and the target.
Figure 7. RS-232 Over Fiber Connector
NOTE: The length of exposed wires is critical. The ideal length is 3/16 inch (5 mm).
• Longer bare wires can short together.
• Shorter wires are not as secure in the connectors and could be pulled out.
Alarm outputs connection
RS-232
ALARM
OVER FIBER
Tx Rx1 2
Pin 1 and pin 2 are
shorted together when
no light is detected.
Do not tin the wires!
Figure 8. Alarm Connector
NOTE: The length of exposed wires is critical (see the second RS-232 connector NOTE,
above.)
FOXBOX SR HDMI • Installation8
Audio output connector
Unbalanced Stereo OutputBalanced Stereo Output
Do not tin the wires!
Tip
NO GROUND HERE
NO GROUND HERE
Tip
LR
SleevesSleeves
Tip
Ring
Tip
Ring
LR
See figure 9 to properly wire a captive screw output connector. The connector is included
with the receiver, but you must supply the audio cable. Use the supplied tie-wrap to strap
the audio cable to the extended tail of the connector.
Figure 9. Captive Screw Connector Wiring for Stereo Audio Output
ATTENTION: For unbalanced audio, connect the sleeves to the ground contact.
DO NOT connect the sleeves to the negative (-) contacts.
NOTE: The length of exposed wires is critical (see the RS-232 connector NOTE on
page 8 for more information.)
FOXBOX SR HDMI • Installation9
Power supply wiring
AA
ATTENTION: Always use power supplies specified by Extron for the FOXBOX units.
Use of an unauthorized power supply voids all regulatory compliance
certification and may cause damage to the supply and the unit.
Figure 10 shows how to wire the power connector.
Smooth
Ridges
Power Supply
Output Cord
SECTION A–A
Tie Wrap
Captive Screw
Connector
3
5
Figure 10. Power Connector Wiring
ATTENTION: • This product is intended to be supplied by a Listed Power Unit marked
“Class 2” or “LPS,” rated 12 VDC, 1.0 A minimum. Always use power
supplies supplied by or specified by Extron. Use of an unauthorized
power supply voids all regulatory compliance certification and may cause
damage to the supply and the end product.
• Unless otherwise stated, the AC/DC adapters are not suitable for use
in air handling spaces or in wall cavities. The installation must always
be in accordance with the applicable provisions of National Electrical
Code ANSI/NFPA 70, article 75 and the Canadian Electrical Code part 1,
section 16. The power supply shall not be permanently fixed to a building
structure or similar structure.
• Power supply voltage polarity is critical. Incorrect voltage polarity can
damage the power supply and the unit. The ridges on the side of the
cord (figure 10) identify the power cord negative lead.
To verify the polarity before connection, plug in the power supply with no load and check
the output with a voltmeter.
CAUTION: Electric shock hazard: The two power cord wires must be kept separate
ATTENTION: The length of the exposed (stripped) copper wires is important. The ideal
NOTE: Do not tin the power supply leads before installing them in the captive screw
Use the supplied tie wrap to strap the power cord to the extended tail of the connector.
Alternatively, an optional Extron PS 124 Universal 12 VDC Power Supply, part number
60-1022-01, can power multiple Extron 12 VDC devices using only one AC power connector.
while the power supply is plugged in. Remove power before wiring.
length is 3/16 inch (5 mm) (see the second RS-232 Connections NOTE
on page 8 for more information).
connector. Tinned wires are not as secure in the connectors and could be pulled
out.
FOXBOX SR HDMI • Installation10
Front Panel Configuration Port
5
1
1
AUDIO
HDCP
VIDEO
CONFIG
Figure 11. FOXBOX SR Scaling Receiver Front Panel Features
a Configuration port — Connect a controlling device, such as a PC, to this port via a
2.5 mm mini jack TRS RS-232 cable for RS-232 protocol control of all FOXBOX functions.
The optional 9-pin D to 2.5 mm mini jack TRS RS-232 cable, part number 70-335-01
(figure 12) can be used for this connection.
NOTE: This port is for remote control of the receiver, not for the over fiber RS-232
link.
6 feet
(1.8 m)
6
9
9-pin D Connection TRS Plug
Pin 2 Rx line on the computer Tip
Pin 3 Tx line on the computer Ring
Pin 5 Signal ground on the computer Sleeve
Figure 12. 9-pin TRS RS-232 cable
Part #70-335-01
Tip
Ring
Sleeve (Gnd)
This port is RS-232 only, with the following protocols:
• 9600 baud • no parity • 8 data bits
• 1 stop bit • no flow control
NOTE: The maximum distances from the transmitter or receiver to the controlling
device can vary up to 200 feet (61 m). Factors such as cable gauge, baud
rates, environment, and output levels (from the unit and the controlling
device) all affect transmission distance. Distances of about 50 feet (15 m)
are typically not a problem. In some cases, the unit may be capable of serial
communications via RS-232 up to 250 feet (76 m) away.
See “Remote Control“ on page 20 for definitions of the SIS commands (serial
commands to control the transmitter via this connector) and software control.
FOXBOX SR HDMI • Installation11
Operation
This sections details the installation of the FOXBOX SR HDMI, including:
• Front Panel Indications and Controls
• Operation
Front Panel Indications and Controls
The receiver has front panel LEDs that indicate power and signal status (see figure 13) and a
menu system that is operated using the front panel controls and displayed on the connected
output device.
134
CONFIG
Figure 13. FOXBOX SR HDMI Front Panel Indications and Controls
25
AUDIO
HDCP
VIDEO
MENU ENTER
ADJUST
FOXBOX SR HDMI
a Power LED — This LED lights to indicate that power is applied to the unit.
b Signal indicators —
Video LED — This LED lights when the receiver accepts a video signal on the fiber
optic input.
HDCP LED — This LED lights when the output signal is HDCP encrypted.
Audio LED — This LED lights on the receiver when the transmitter detects an audio
signal above a –35 dB minimum threshold. It returns to unlit if the audio signal drops
below the threshold for 10 seconds.
c Menu button — The Menu button enters the main menu system of the receiver and
backs out of the currently active submenu or selection.
NOTE: See “Menu and Submenus” on page 14 for the detailed menu system
interoperability of the Menu button, Enter button (d), and Adjust knobs
(e). The menu system is displayed on the connected video output device
(see figure 14 on the next page).
d Enter button — The Enter button selects and deselects a highlighted submenu or
function in the receiver main menu system and saves a changed value.
e Adjust
Adjust { knobs change settings when used in conjunction with the menu system.
(horizontal) and Adjust { (vertical) knobs — The Adjust [ and
[
FOXBOX SR HDMI • Operation12
Operation
ADJU
Menu System Overview
After the transmitter, all receivers, and their connected devices are powered up, the system
is fully operational. If any problems are encountered, verify that the cables are routed and
connected properly, and that all display devices have identical resolutions and refresh rates. If
your problems persist, call the Extron S3 Sales & Technical Support Hotline (see the contact
numbers on the last page of this guide for the Extron office nearest you).
Access the various adjustments and test patterns available in the FOXBOX receiver via the
menu system. The menus and submenus are displayed on the connected video output device
(see figure 14).
EXTRON ELECTRONICS FOXBOX SR HDMI
AUTO IMAGE
PICTURE CONTROLS
USER PRESETS
OUTPUT
CONFIGURATION
ADVANCED
CONFIGURATION
ADJUST
FOXBOX SR HDMI
HDMI
MENU ENTER
Menu Controls
AUDIO
HDCP
VIDEO
CONFIG
Figure 14. Menu System Display
FOXBOX SR HDMI • Operation13
Menu and Submenus
Menu
No
menu
display
Menu
Timeout
Timeout
Timeout
Timeout
Timeout
AUTO IMAGE
EXTRON ELECTRONICS FOXBOX SR HDMI
PICTURE CONTROLS
OUTPUT
CONFIGURATION
USER PRESETS
ADVANCED
CONFIGURATION
• Automatically size and center the input to fill the screen
• Position • Brightness • Detail filter
• Size • Contrast
• Save presets • Clear presets • Recall presets
• Resolution • Rate • HDMI format
• Test pattern • Aspect ratio • Menu timeout
• Blank • Auto memory
• Freeze • Reset
Figure 15 shows a flowchart of the submenus in the main menu system. Each submenu
leads to one or more a series of submenus or to “slider” type status indicator bar controls
that accomplish individual tasks or groups of tasks.
NOTE: In figure 15, and all other flowcharts in this chapter, solid lines indicate screen
changes initiated by the operator. Dashed lines indicate screen changes that are
the result of a timeout function.
Figure 15. Menu System Flowchart
Menu button — Press the Menu button to activate the menu system and to back out of a
selected menu or submenu.
Enter button — Press the Enter button to select a highlighted menu or submenu and to
execute or save a selected variable.
Adjust [ and Adjust { knobs — When the menu system is active, rotate the Adjust [
knob and Adjust { knob to scroll through the main menu or selected layer of submenus and
to adjust a selected setting.
Press the Menu button to activate the main menu in the on-screen display. Rotate either
Adjust knob to select (highlight) the desired selection and then press the Enter button. The
submenus for that menu item appear. Rotate either Adjust knob to select (highlight) the
desired submenu and press the Enter button.
NOTES:• If you press the Menu button while a submenu is active, the on-screen display
•From any menu or submenu, after a user-selectable period of inactivity, the
•The Adjust knobs have no mechanical limits to their rotation.
backs up to display the main menu from which that submenu was selected.
scaler saves all adjustment settings and deactivates the on-screen display.
FOXBOX SR HDMI • Operation14
Auto Image submenu
Figure 16 shows an overview of the Auto Image submenu and executing the Auto-Image™
function. Select Auto Image and press the Enter button twice to automatically size and
center the input to fit the output resolution.
No
menu
display
Menu
EXTRON ELECTRONICS FOXBOX SR HDMI
Menu
AUTO IMAGEPRESS ENTER TO
PICTURE CONTROLS
USER PRESETS
OUTPUT
CONFIGURATION
ADVANCED
CONFIGURATION
Enter
AUTO IMAGE
Timeout
Timeout
Timeout
Timeout
Timeout
Figure 16. Auto Image Submenu Flowchart
Picture Controls submenu
Figure 17 shows an overview of the Picture Controls submenu and the available selections.
No
menu
display
Menu
EXTRON ELECTRONICS FOXBOX SR HDMI
Menu
AUTO IMAGEH POSITION V
Timeout
+0 +0
PICTURE CONTROLS
USER PRESETS
OUTPUT
CONFIGURATION
ADVANCED
CONFIGURATION
Enter
Timeout
Timeout
Timeout
H SIZE V
1280 720
BRIGHT CONT
128 128
DETAIL
64
Figure 17. Picture Controls Submenu Flowchart
Position selection
The Position selection allows you to adjust the horizontal and vertical position of the image.
Rotate the Adjust [ knob while this submenu is active to shift the image horizontally and
the Adjust { to shift the image vertically.
FOXBOX SR HDMI • Operation15
Size selection
The Size selection allow you to adjust the horizontal and vertical size of the output. Rotate
the Adjust [ knob while this submenu is active to size the image horizontally and the
Adjust { to size the image vertically.
Brightness and Contrast selection
Rotate the Adjust [ knob while this submenu is active to increase and decrease the image
brightness, from 0 through 255. Rotate the Adjust { to increase and decrease the image
contrast, from 0 through 255.
Detail selection
Rotate either Adjust knob while this submenu is active to increase and decrease the detail
filter, from 0 through 127.
User Presets submenu
Figure 18 shows an overview of the User Presets submenu and the available selections.
No
menu
display
Menu
EXTRON ELECTRONICS FOXBOX SR HDMI
Menu
AUTO IMAGERECALL
PICTURE CONTROLS
USER PRESETS
OUTPUT
CONFIGURATION
ADVANCED
CONFIGURATION
Timeout
Timeout
Enter
Timeout
Timeout
1
SAVE
1
CLEAR
1
Figure 18. User Presets Submenu Flowchart
User presets are saved in nonvolatile memory; when the receiver is powered down and later
powered back up, the settings are available for selection. Saving the settings to a preset
overwrites the settings previously written to that preset.
NOTE: The User Preset is tailored for the selected output rate. If you change the output
rate and then recall a preset that was saved for a different rate, the preset
adjustments have no effect on the video output. If, however, you then change to
the rate for which the preset was saved, the effects of the adjustments appear
on the screen.
Recall submenu
Rotate either Adjust knob while this submenu is active to select a preset number, from
1 through 30, and press the Enter button to recall the selected preset to be the current
settings. Allow the screen to timeout without pressing the Enter button to exit without
recalling the settings.
FOXBOX SR HDMI • Operation16
Save submenu
Rotate either Adjust knob while this submenu is active to select a preset number, from 1
through 30, and press the Enter button to save the current settings to the selected preset.
Allow the screen to timeout without pressing the Enter button to exit without saving the
settings.
Clear submenu
Rotate either Adjust knob while this submenu is active to select a preset number, from 1
through 30, and press the Enter button to erase the selected preset. Allow the screen to
timeout without pressing the Enter button to exit without erasing the settings.
Output Configuration submenu
Figure 19 shows an overview of the Output Configuration submenu and the available
selections.
No
menu
display
Menu
EXTRON ELECTRONICS FOXBOX SR HDMI
Menu
AUTO IMAGERESOLUTION
PICTURE CONTROLS
USER PRESETS
OUTPUT
CONFIGURATION
ADVANCED
CONFIGURATION
Figure 19. Output Configuration Submenu Flowchart
Timeout
Timeout
Timeout
Timeout
Enter
Timeout
720p@60
HDMI FORMAT
YUV 422 FULL
Resolution submenu
Rotate either Adjust knob while this submenu is active to select the output resolution and
refresh rate (see the table for variable X& on page 24 for a list of available selections).
HDMI Format submenu
Rotate either Adjust knob while this submenu is active to select an HDMI format for the
output (see the list below for available selections).
• Auto (HDMI 444 or DVI 444)• DVI RGB 444• HDMI RGB 444
The Test Pattern submenu lets you select from among several test patterns. The test patterns
are helpful when you are adjusting the connected displays for color, convergence, focus,
resolution, contrast, grayscale, and aspect ratio.
Rotate either Adjust knob while this submenu is active to select a test pattern or to turn
the test pattern off (none). The available test patterns are: color bars, crosshatch, grayscale,
alternating pixels, and crop (see figure 21). The crop pattern available from the submenu
varies depending on the aspect ratio of the output rate.
Split Color BarsCrosshatch 4x4Split Grayscale
Alt PixelsCrop
Figure 21. Test Patterns
Blank submenu
The Blank submenu controls the video mute function. Rotate either Adjust knob while this
submenu is active to select either On to blank the screen or Off to output video.
Freeze submenu
The Freeze submenu lets you freeze and unfreeze the video output. Rotate either Adjust
knob while this submenu is active to select either On (freeze) or Off (unfreeze).
NOTE: The freeze function has no effect on the audio output.
FOXBOX SR HDMI • Operation18
Aspect Ratio submenu
The Aspect Ratio submenu lets you specify how the scaler handles the aspect ratio of a
scaled output. Rotate either Adjust knob while this submenu is active to select either Fill to
force the input to automatically fill the output raster or Follow Input to display the input in
its native aspect ratio.
Auto Memory submenu
The Auto Memory submenu provides a means to toggle the auto memory feature on or off.
by rotating either Adjust knob while this submenu is active.
Auto memory saves and recalls centering, sizing, and filtering information, based on the
input frequency. Auto memory settings may conflict with user preset settings. When you
use a control system to switch inputs and then recall a user memory, the delay in recalling
the auto memory settings could result in the recalled auto memory settings overwriting the
recalled user preset settings. To prevent this conflict, turn auto memory off.
Factory Reset submenu
The Factory Reset submenu forces the receiver to reset to the default values. Press and hold
the Enter button while this submenu is active for about 3 seconds, then release the Enter
button.
Menu Timeout submenu
The Menu Timeout submenu lets you set how long the receiver outputs the on-screen
display before clearing it. Rotate either Adjust knob while this submenu is active to select
among 0 (never timeout) and 1 through 64 seconds.
FOXBOX SR HDMI • Operation19
Remote Control
This section describes the remote control operation of the FOXBOX SR HDMI, including:
• Simple Instruction Set Control
• Signal Processing Product Control Program
The receiver has two serial ports: the front panel Configuration port, a 2.5 mm mini stereo
jack (see “Front panel Configuration Port“ on page 11); and a rear panel Remote
RS-232 port, a 3-pole captive screw connector (see “RS-232 connections“ on page 8).
Either of these ports can be connected to a host device such as a computer running the
HyperTerminal or DataViewer utility, or a control system to make serial control of the
receiver possible.
The protocol for all ports is as follows:
• 9600 baud • no parity • 8 data bits
• 1 stop bit • no flow control
Simple Instruction Set Control
Host-to-Unit Instructions
SIS commands consist of one or more characters per field. No special characters are
required to begin or end a command character sequence. When a command is valid, the
unit executes the command and sends a response to the host device. All responses from
the unit to the host end with a carriage return and a line feed (CR/LF = ]), which signals
the end of the response character string. A string is one or more characters.
FOXBOX SR HDMI • Remote Control20
Symbol Definitions
= CR/LF (carriage return/line feed)
]
} = Carriage return (no line feed)
|= Pipe (can be used interchangeably with the } character)
•= Space(hard)character
E = Escape key (hex 1B)
W = Can be used interchangeably with the E character
=
X!
Mute status 0 = off (unmute) 2 = on (mute video)
1 = on (mute video and sync)
X@ = Contrast and brightness 000 through 255 (default 128)
X# = Detail 000 through 128 (default 64)
X$ = Horizontal and vertical position Range depends on selected output size
X% = Size Range depends on selected output size
X^ = Aspect ratio 1 = fill 2 = follow
X& = Scaler resolution (EDID) See the table on page 24.
X* = HDMI output format 0 = Auto (HDMI 444 or DVI 444) 4 = HDMI YUV 444 Full
X( = Screen saver mode 1 = Black screen (default) 2 = Blue screen with on-screen display
= Screen saver timeout 000 = No screen saver 001 to 500 (seconds)
X1)
X1! = Screen saver status
501 = Never timeout (default)
0 = Input active, timer not running
1 = No active input, timer running
2 = No active input, output sync disabled
X1@ = On and off status 0 = off 1 = on
X1# = Memory preset number 01 to 30
X1$ = Test pattern
0
= none
1
= color bars
2
= grayscale
5 = crop
3
= 4x4 crosshatch
4
= alternating pixels
X1% = Rx link and daisy chain enable 0 = disable 2 = daisy chain enable
1 = return link enable
X1^ = Video delay (0 plus six steps at 0.25 seconds per step) 0 = 0 second 4 = 1.0 second
X1& = On-screen display timeout
1 = 0.25 second 5 = 1.25 second 2 = 0.5 second (default) 6 = 1.5 second
3 = 0.75 second
00 = No display timeout 01 to 64 (seconds)
X1* = Switch position 0 = off (down) 1 = on (up)
X1( = Link status 0 = light or signal input not detected 1 = light or signal detected
X2) = Temperature nnnF•nnC
X2! = Vendor/manufacturer name
X2@ = Transmit output power in milliwatts
X2# = Receive optical power in milliwatts
X2$ = SFP temperature nnC
X2% = Transmission mode SM = singlemode MM = multimode
X2^ = Firmware version v.vv
FOXBOX SR HDMI • Remote Control21
Unit-initiated Messages
ASCII to Hex Conversion Ta ble
•
Space
When a local event, such as an equipment power-up, occurs, the unit responds by sending a
message to the host. The unit-initiated messages are listed below:
The receiver issues the copyright message (above) when it first powers on. yy is SM or MM.
Vn.nn is the firmware version number; 60-1187-xx is the part number of the connected
unit.
1Lnk
X1(
•2Lnk
X1(
•Vid
X1@
•Aud
X1@X2%
•SR
]]
The unit sends the status message whenever a change in the fiber link and video connection
occurs.
EmbedAud
X1(
and
X1*
]
X1@
are the connection status and
X2%
is the transmission mode (MM or SM).
The unit sends the EmbedAud message whenever a change in the position of the receiver
rear panel HDMI Audio switch (
X(
Ssav
]
X1*
) occurs.
The unit sends the Ssav message whenever it enters or exits screen saver mode (X().
HplgO
]
The unit sends the Hplg message whenever it detects a hot plug event on an output.
Error Responses
When the unit receives a valid SIS command, it executes the command and sends a response
to the host device. If the unit is unable to execute the command because the command is
invalid or it contains invalid parameters, the unit returns an error response to the host. The
error response codes are:
E10 – Invalid command
E11 – Invalid preset number
E13 – Invalid parameter
E14 – Invalid command for this configuration
Using the Command and Response Table
The command and response table begins on the next page. Either uppercase or lowercase
letters are acceptable in the command field except where indicated for the audio level (gain
and attenuation) commands. Symbols are used throughout the table to represent variables in
the command and response fields. Command and response examples are shown throughout
the table. The ASCII to Hex conversion table below is for use with the command and
response table.
FOXBOX SR HDMI • Remote Control22
Command and Response Table for SIS Commands
CommandASCII Command
(host to unit)
Video mute
Mute video output
Mute video and sync output
Unmute video output
Show video mute status
1B
2B
0B
B
Contrast
Set a contrast value
Increment value
Decrement value
View contrast setting
EX@
E
+CONT
E
–CONT
E
CONT
CONT
}X@]
Brightness
Set a brightness value
Increment value
Decrement value
View brightness setting
EX@
E
+BRIT
E
–BRIT
E
BRIT
BRIT
}X@]
Detail filter
Set a detail filter value
Increment value
Decrment value
View detail filter setting
EX#
E
+HDET
E
–HDET
E
HDET
HDET
}X#]
Horizontal shift
Set a horizontal position
Increment position
Decrement position
Show position
X$
HHph
+H
–H
H
Vertical shift
Set a vertical position
Increment position
Decrement position
Show position
X$
/Vph
+/
–/
/
Horizontal size
Set a horizontal size
Increase horizontal size
Decrease horizontal size
Show horizontal size
EX%
E
+HSIZ
E
–HSIZ
E
HSIZ
HSIZ
}X%]Horizontal size is X%.
Vertical size
Set a vertical size
Increase vertical size
Decrease vertical size
Show vertical size
EX%
E
+VSIZ
E
–VSIZ
E
VSIZ
VSIZ
}X%]Vertical size is X%.
Auto-Image
Execute
Execute and fill
Execute and follow
0*A
1*A
2*A
Aspect ratio
Set for fill
Set for follow
View aspect ratio setting
E
E
E
1ASPR
2ASPR
}X^]
ASPR
}
}
}
}
}
}
}
}
}
}
}
}
}
}
}
}
}
Response
(unit to host)
Blk1
Blk2
Blk0
X!]
Cont
Cont
Cont
Brit
Brit
Brit
Hdet
Hdet
Hdet
X$]
X$]
Hph
X$]
Hph
X$]
X$]
X$]
Vph
X$]
Vph
X$]
Hsiz
Hsiz
Hsiz
Vsiz
Vsiz
Vsiz
Img0
Img1
Img2
Aspr1
Aspr2
Additional description
]
]
]
X@]Set the contrast level to X@.
X@]
X@]
X@]Set the brightness level to X@.
X@]
X@]
X#]Set the detail filter level to X#.
X#]
X#]
X%]Set the horizontal size to X%.
X%]
X%]
X%]Set the vertical size to X%.
X%]
X%]
]
]
]
]
]
Blank the video output.
Blank the video and suspend sync.
Output video and sync.
Video mute status is X!.
Increase the setting by one.
Decrease the setting by one.
View the current setting.
Increase the setting by one.
Decrease the setting by one.
View the current setting.
Increase the setting by one.
Decrease the setting by one.
View the current setting.
Set horizontal centering to X$.
Shift the image one pixel to the right.
Shift the image one pixel to the left.
Set vertical centering to X$.
Shift the image down one line.
Shift the image up one line.
Make the picture wider.
Make the picture narrower.
Make the picture taller.
Make the picture shorter.
Execute Auto-Image and follow the current aspect ratio.
Execute Auto-Image and fill the entire output.
Execute Auto-Image and follow the input aspect ratio.
Fill: Input automatically fills the output raster.
Follow: Input is displayed in its native aspect ratio.
NOTE: X! = Mute status 0 = off (unmute) 1 = on (mute video) 2 = on (mute video and sync)
X@ = Contrast and brightness 000 through 255 (default = 128)
X# = Detail 000 through 128 (default = 64)
X$ = Horizontal and vertical position Range depends on selected output size.
X% = Size Range depends on selected output size.
X^ = Aspect ratio 1 = fill 2 = follow
FOXBOX SR HDMI • Remote Control23
Command and response table for SIS commands (continued)
X( = Screen saver mode 1 = Black screen (default) 2 = Blue screen with on-screen display text
X1) = Screen saver timeout 000 = No screen saver 001 to 500 (seconds)
501 = Never timeout (default)
X1! = Screen saver status 0 = Input active, timer not running 2 = No active input, output sync disabled
1 = No active input, timer running
X1@ = Freeze status 0 = off (video in motion) 1 = on (video frozen)
Scaler resolution (EDID)
See the table beneath the Output Scaler Rate commands, above.
FOXBOX SR HDMI • Remote Control24
Command and response table for SIS commands (continued)
CommandASCII Command
(host to unit)
Test pattern
Output color bars
Output grayscale
Output crosshatch
Output alternating pixels
Output crop
Turn test pattern off
Show test pattern status
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
}
1TEST
}
2TEST
}
3TEST
}
4TEST
}
5TEST
}
0TEST
}X1$]
TEST
Memory presets
Save preset
Recall preset
X1#
,Spr
X1#
.Rpr
Auto memory
Disable auto memory
Enable auto memory
Show auto memory status
E
E
E
}
0AMEM
}
1AMEM
}X1@]
AMEM
Audio mute
Mute the audio
Unmute the audio
Show audio mute status
1Z
0Z
Z
Disable and enable return link and daisy chain
Disable return link
Enable return link to
transmitter
Enable daisy chain
Show return link and daisy
chain status
66*0*0#
66*0*1#
66*0*2#
66*0#
HDCP notification
Enable notification
Disable notification
View notification status
Video shutdown delay
NOTES: • The Set Video Delay command delays the digital video to help monitors sync correctly during an input rate change.
•Only video is delayed; embedded audio is not delayed.
Set delay
Example:
View delay
EN1HDCP}
EN0HDCP}HdcpN0]
ENHDCP}
X1^
#Dly
3*
3*3#
3#
Front panel lockout (Executive mode)
Lock front panel
Unlock front panel
View lock status
1X
0X
X
Response
(unit to host)
]
Test1
]
Test2
]
Test3
]
Test4
]
Test5
]
Test0
X1#]
X1#]
]
Amem0
]
Amem1
]
Amt1
]
Amt0
X1@]
Rle*0*0
Rle*0*1
Rle*0*2
0*
HdcpN1]
X1@]
Dly3
X1^]
Exe1
Exe0
X1@]
]
]
]
X1%]
X1^]
]
]
]
Additional description
Set the unit to output the color bars test pattern.
Set the unit to output the grayscale test pattern.
Set the unit to output the crosshatch test pattern.
Set the unit to output the alternating pixels test pattern.
Set the unit to output the crop test pattern.
Set the unit to output the input video (no test pattern
is selected).
View the current test pattern.
Command code is a comma.
Command code is a period.
Default condition.
Silence the audio output of the receiver.
The receiver outputs audio.
Audio mute status is
Disable link 2.
Enable link 2 (default setting).
Enable receiver daisy chain mode.
Default condition.
Delay video by an interval of
Delay video by an interval of 0.75 seconds
(3 x 0.25 seconds).
Lock all front panel controls except for using the Menu
and Enter buttons to unlock the panel only.
X1@
.
X1^
.
NOTE:X1@ = Lock, Auto memory, mute, and HDCP notification status 0 = off 1 = on
X1# = Memory preset number 01 to 30
X1$ = Test pattern 0
2
= none
1
= color bars 4 = alternating pixels
= grayscale
3
= crosshatch
5 = crop
X1% = Rx link and daisy chain enable 0 = disable both 1 = enable return link 2 = enable daisy chain
X1^ = Video delay 0 = 0 second
(0 plus six steps at 0.25 seconds per step) 1 = 0.25 second 3 = 0.75 second 5 = 1.25 second
2 = 0.5 second*4 = 1.0 second 6 = 1.5 second
* = default
FOXBOX SR HDMI • Remote Control25
Command and response table for SIS commands (continued)
CommandASCII Command
(host to unit)
On-screen display timeout
Set menu timeout
View menu timeout
EX1&
E
MDUR
MDUR
}
Switch and signal status requests
Request Audio switch status
NOTE: The audio on the captive screw audio output always remains active regardless of the setting of this switch.
Check audio embed
View link 1 (Tx-to-Rx) status
View link 2 (Rx-to-Tx) status
View input video status
View input audio status
View all signal status
View HDMI signal status
View HDCP status
View temperature
View SFP module status
Example:
E
E
1S
2S
3S
4S
5S
6S
7S
20S
40S
40S
STAT
5STAT
}
Information requests
Information request
Show firmware version
Example:
Request part number
I
Q
Q
N
Resets
Reset image settings
System reset
EZI}
E
ZXXX
}
Response
(unit to host)
}
}X1(]
Mdur
Mdur
EmbedAud
X1(]
X1(]
X1@]
X1@]
SigI
SigI
HdcpI
X2)F•X2)C]
X2!•X2@•X2#•X2$]
JDSC
1Lnk
X2^]
1.23
60-1187-nn
Zpi
Zpx
X1&]
X1&]
X1*]
X1(
X1(
•4.156mw•0.30mw•32C
X1(
•SigO
•SigO
X1(
•HdcpO
•2Lnk
X1(
•HdcpI
X1(]
X1(]
X1(
•Vid
X1@
]
]
]
]
Additional description
Set the duration of the on-screen display.
View the duration of the on-screen display.
Show the position of the Audio switch:
0 = off (embedded audio is muted) or 1 = on (unmute).
Show if audio is embedded in the video stream:
0 = not detected or 1 = detected.
X1(
Report the status of the HDMI input, HDMI output,
HDCP encoding on the input, and HDCP encoding on
the output.
Report the status of the HDMI input and HDMI output.
Report the status of the HDCP encoding on the input
and HDCP encoding on the output.
Show temperature in degrees Fahrenheit and Celsius.
•Aud
The unit responds with the current status (signal
detected) of optical link 1, optical link 2, the video
input, and the audio link; and the fiber optic
transmission mode (singlemode or multimode).
The factory-installed firmware version is 1.23 (sample
value only).
See “Part Numbers” on page 36.
Reset (clear) all image adjustments.
Reset all settings to factory defaults.
•HdcpO
X1@•X2%
X1(]
•SR
]
NOTE: X1@ = On and off status 0 = off 1 = on
X1& = On-screen display timeout 0 = No display timeout 01 to 64 (seconds)
X1* = Switch position 0 = off (down) 1 = on (up)
X1( = Link status 0 = light or signal input not detected 1 = light or signal detected
X2) = Internal temperature nnnF•nnC
X2! = Vendor/manufacturer name
X2@ = Transmit output power in milliwatts
X2# = Receive optical power in milliwatts
X2$ = SFP temperature nnC
X2% = Transmission mode SM = singlemode MM = multimode
X2^ = Firmware version v.vv
FOXBOX SR HDMI • Remote Control26
Signal Processing Product Control Program
The Extron Signal Processing Control Program, which communicates with the receiver via its
Configuration port or Remote RS-232 port, provides an easy way to operate the receiver.
The program is compatible with Windows 2000, Windows XP®, or later. Updates to this
program can be downloaded from the Extron website (www.extron.com).
Installing the Software
The program is contained on a DVD. To install the software, insert the DVD into the drive.
The Extron software DVD window should appear automatically. If it does not self-start, run
Launch.exe from the DVD. Click the Software tab, scroll to the desired program, and click
Install. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen. By default, the installation creates
a C:\ProgramFiles [ProgramFiles(x86) for Windows 7]\Extron\SignalProcessing
directory, and it places five icons into a group folder named “Extron Electronics\FOX Extender
Control Program.” The five installed icons are:
> SignalProcessingProductControlProgram.
The Communication Setup window appears (see figure 22).
Figure 22. Communication Setup Window
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2. Select the Com port to which your or receiver is connected. Click OK. The Signal
Processing Product Control Program window appears (see figure 23).
NOTE: The receiver does not have an Ethernet port. Do not select TCP/IP.
Figure 23. Signal Processing Product Control Program Window
Status area
Figure 24. Status Area
The status area provides indications of the connection status.
• HDMI indicator — This indicator is green when the transmitter detects a sync signal on
its HDMI video input. The transmitter reports the status on the fiber cable.
• Audio indicator — This indicator is green when the transmitter detects an audio
signal above a –35 dB threshold. It returns to unlit if the audio signal drops below the
threshold for 10 seconds. The transmitter reports the status on the fiber cable.
• Link 1 indicator — This indicator is green when the receiver detects light on the fiber
optic cable connected to the Tx port.
• Link 2 (Optional) indicator — This indicator is green when the transmitter detects
light on the fiber optic cable connected to the Rx port. The transmitter reports the status
on the fiber cable.
NOTE: The transmitter detects the receiver-Tx-to-transmitter-Rx light. It reports the
status to the receiver via the Tx cable.
If the PC is connected to the receiver andeither the primary (transmitter-
Tx-to-receiver-Rx) cable is disconnected or the receiver is in the daisy chain
mode, the Link 2 indicator in the control program will not show green
(detected), whether the transmitter detects the link or not.
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The Status area also shows the receiver model (multimode or singlemode), and the position
of the HDMI Audio (embedded audio) switch.
Control tab functions
Click the Control tab to access the functions described below.
Output View area
NOTE: The Output View area controls are available only
if the receiver is connected to a transmitter with
an active video input.
The Output View area provides controls that let you scale
and change the position of the displayed image. To scale the
image, use the mouse cursor to grab (
bottom, or side of the area. To change the position of the image, use the mouse cursor to
grab ( ) and drag inside the image area.
) and drag one of the handles at the corner, top,
Memory Preset area
The Memory Preset area provides a means to save and recall memory
presets. Memory presets are stored values of the horizontal and
vertical position saved in nonvolatile memory. When the receiver is powered down and later
powered back up, the settings are available for selection using the Recall button. Saving
the settings to a preset using the Save button overwrites the settings previously written to
that preset.
Mute area
Click the Video button, the Audio button, or both in the Mute area to toggle
the video and audio mutes on and off.
Image Controls area
• Click the Freeze button in the Image Controls area to toggle the image
freeze on and off.
• Click the AutoImage button to execute the Auto-Image function (automatically size
and center the input to fill the screen).
Screen Saver area
Select either the BlackMode or the BlueMode radio button in the
Screen Saver area. Select from 1Seconds to 64Seconds in the
Duration of Timeout drop-down menu to select how long to
wait before the screen saver replaces the video image (or select No
Timeout). Click the Save button to save the changes.
Picture Adjustments area
The Picture Adjustments area lists the variables available
in the receiver, with their minimum and maximum
settings (for the input resolution, where appropriate),
and the default value; and provides the tools to make
adjustments. To change a value, click in the Value column
for the desired variable and then either highlight the
variable and type in a new value or click the and buttons.
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I/O Configuration tab functions
Click the I/OConfiguration tab to access the functions described below.
HDCP Notification area
The HDCP Notification function enables a connected display
to show a green or black screen if the transmitted HDMI video is HDCP encrypted and the
display is not HDCP capable.
Output Configuration area
The Output Configuration area provides tools to select the
output resolution, refresh rate, and HDMI format for the scaler
(see figure 25).
Figure 25. Output Configuration Drop-Down Boxes
NOTE: Figure 25 is not an accurate depiction of the Output Configuration area layout.
Menu Time Out area
The Menu Time Out drop-down menu allows you to set the duration of the
on-screen display.
Advanced tab functions
Click the AdvancedSettings tab to access the functions described below.
Test Patterns area
Select one of five built-in test patterns (ColorBars, Grayscale,
4x4 crosshatch, Alternating Pixels, or Crop) from the Test
Pattern drop-down menu as necessary to help adjust the color,
brightness, contrast, and focus of the display. Select Off to output the
video that is input to the connected transmitter, scaled as selected by
the receiver.
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Advanced Functions area
Select the ExecutiveMode checkbox to lock all front panel controls
except for using the Menu and Enter buttons to unlock the panel
only. Select the AutoMemory checkbox to automatically apply saved
position settings when the sensed input resolution changes.
Aspect Ratio area
Select the Fill radio button to force the input to automatically fill the
output raster. Select the Follow radio button to display the input in its
native aspect ratio.
Enable/Disable/Daisy Chain Link #2 area
Select among the radio buttons in this area to define the function of
the Tx LC connector on the receiver:
• Enable — The connector routes RS-232 over fiber to the
transmitter.
• Disable — The connector has no function.
• EnableDaisyChain — The connector routes the signal received on the Rx LC
connector to the next receiver in a daisy chain.
Video Shutdown Delay area
The Video Shutdown Delay setting delays the digital video to help
monitor sync correctly during an input rate change. Only video is
delayed; embedded audio is not delayed.
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Firmware Upgrade
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3
Receiver firmware can be upgraded via the front panel Configuration port using the Extron
Firmware Loader utility from the Windows-based control program.
Downloading the firmware from the website
To obtain the latest version of firmware for your FOXBOX unit:
1. Visit the Extron website, www.extron.com, click the Download tab, and then click the
Firmware link on the left sidebar menu (see figure 26).
Figure 26. Location of Firmware Upgrade Files
2. On the Download Center screen (see figure 27), click the link for the appropriate
firmware file.
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Figure 27. Finding Scaling Receiver Firmware
3. Complete the Personal Information form (see figure 28) and click the Download button.
Figure 28. Personal Information Form
TIP: Select the RememberMe checkbox to avoid filling out this form in the future.
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4. Follow the instructions on the rest of the download screens to download the firmware
update from the Extron website, start the Extron Installation Program to extract the
firmware file, and place it in a folder identified in the program window.
NOTE: Note the folder to which the firmware file is saved (see figure 29).
Folder where
firmware is
installed
Figure 29. Location of the Firmware File
Loading the firmware
To load a new version of firmware to your receiver, call the Firmware Loader software from
within the Signal Processing Product Control Program. The serial port on your computer
must be connected to the Configuration port on the unit (see “Front panel Configuration
port“ on page 11 for more information).
1. In the Signal Processing Product Control Program, click the Firmware Loader button ()
on the tool bar.
NOTE: If the Firmware Loader button does not appear on the tool bar, the Firmware
Loader software is not installed. Install it as follows:
a. On the Extron website, click the Download tab.
b. On the Download Center page, click Software on the left sidebar
menu.
c. Locate the “Firmware Loader” line and click the Download link at the
far right.
d. Follow the instructions on the download screens to save the installer file
to your computer.
e. In Windows Explorer or another file browser, locate the Firmware Loader
executable file in the file system on your computer and double-click it to
open it.
f. Follow the instructions on the Installation Wizard screens to install the
Firmware Loader on your computer. Unless you specify otherwise, the
installer program places the Firmware Loader file, “FWLoader.exe” in
C:\Program Files\Extron\FWLoader.
If the Extron and FWLoader folders do not yet exist in your Program Files
folder, the installer creates them.
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2. If you have not previously updated firmware for the FOXBOX unit, on the Add Device
screen (see figure 30), select the RS-232 tab.
Figure 30. Add Device Screen
If you have previously updated firmware for this model, click Cancel. The Firmware
Loader window appears. Proceed to step 5.
NOTE: The receiver does not have an Ethernet port. Do not select TCP/IP.
3. From the drop-down menus on the RS-232 screen, select the appropriate Com port
number and baud rate (the default is 9600).
4. Click OK. The Firmware Loader window appears (see figure 313).
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Figure 31. Extron Firmware Loader Window
5. Select the FOXBOX receiver and click File > Open. The Choose Firmware File screen
appears (see figure 32).
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Figure 32. Choose Firmware File Window
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6. Navigate to and select the new firmware file. Click Open. The Choose Firmware File
window closes.
NOTE: When downloaded from the Extron website, the firmware is placed in a
subfolder of C:\ProgramFiles\Extron\Firmware.
ATTENTION: The firmware file must have a .S19 extension. Other file types can
cause the unit to stop functioning.
7. In the Firmware Loader window, click Begin (see figure 33).
The Total Progress and Progress status bars show the progress of the upload. The
firmware upload to the unit may take several minutes. Once the status bars have
progressed from 0% to 100%, and Status is listed as Completed, the firmware loader
utility resets the unit.
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Figure 33. Firmware Loader Screen
8. Click Exit to close the Firmware Loader.
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Reference
Information
This section discusses the specifications, part numbers, and accessories for the
FOXBOX SR HDMI. Topics that are covered, include:
• Part Numbers
• Mounting the Unit
Part Numbers
FOXBOX SR HDMI Part Numbers
The FOXBOX receiver is available in a singlemode (SM) and multimode (MM) model:
FOXBOX SR HDMIPart number
FOXBOX SR HDMI SM60-1187-22
FOXBOX SR HDMI MM60-1187-21
Included Parts
These items are included in each order for a FOXBOX SR HDMI receiver:
Included partsPart number
12V, 1A external power supply, with IEC power cord (qty. 1)*
SFP Module (SM or MM, depending on the model)
LockIt Lacing Bracket and tie-wrap (qty. 1)21-235-01LF
Captive screw 5-pole connectors (qty. 2)10-703-12
Captive screw 3-pole connector (qty. 1)10-319-13LF
10' LC-LC duplex patch cable (SM or MM, depending on the model)
Rubber feet (qty. 4)
Extron Software Products DVD
(Signal Processing Product Control Program)
FOXBOX SR HDMI Setup Guide
* ZipClip 100 Mounting Kit available separately, see “Mounting Accessories,”on the next
page.
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Mounting Accessories
Mounting KitPart Number
ZipClip 100 Mounting Kit for PS Series Power Supplies (qty. 10)101-002-01
RSU 126 6-inch deep 1U universal rack shelf kit60-190-10
RSB 126 6-inch deep 1U basic rack shelf60-604-11
RSU 129 9.5-inch deep 1U universal rack shelf kit60-190-01
RSB 129 9.5-inch deep 1U basic rack shelf60-604-02
MBU 125 under-desk mount kit70-077-01
MBD 129 through-desk mount kit70-077-02
PMK 300 projector mount kit70-374-03
PMK 350 low profile projector mount kit (black, white)70-563-02, 03
Cables
HDMI and DVI cable assemblies
AccessoryPart number
HDMI M-M Pro Series HDMI male to male cable26-650-nn
HDMI M-DVI-D M/6 HDMI male to DVI-D male, 6' (1.8 m)26-614-02
DVID SL Pro Series DVI-D male-to-male cable26-649-nn
Fiber cable assemblies
MHR Mini High Resolution CablePart Number
4LC MM LC to LC Multimode Fiber Optic Cable Assemblies26-652-nn
2LC OM4 MM P LC to LC Laser-Optimized Multimode Fiber Optic
Cable Assemblies — Plenum
2LC SM P LC to LC Bend-Insensitive Singlemode Fiber Optic Cable
Assemblies — Plenum
26-671-nn
26-670-nn
Bulk fiber cable and termination tools
RG6 Super High Resolution CablePart Number
OM4 MM P/2K Plenum 2 km (6,562 feet) Spool22-225-02
ATTENTION: Installation and service must be performed by authorized personnel only.
Either of the 1-inch high, half-rack width unit can be placed on a tabletop, mounted on a
rack shelf, mounted to a projector bracket, or mounted under or through a desk or other
furniture.
Tabletop Use
Affix the four included rubber feet to the bottom of the unit and place it in any convenient
location.
Mounting
If desired, mount the unit using any of the following optional kits:
• RSU 126 6-inch deep universal rack shelf kit (part number 60-190-10)
• RSB 126 6-inch deep basic rack shelf (part number 60-604-11)
• RSU 129 9.5-inch deep universal rack shelf kit (part number 60-190-01)
• RSB 129 9.5-inch deep basic rack shelf (part number 60-604-02)
• MBB 100 Back of the rack mounting kit (part number 70-367-01)
• MBU 125 under-desk mounting kit (part number 70-077-01)
• MBD 129 through-desk mounting kit (part number 70-077-02)
• PMK 300 projector mount kit (part number 70-374-01)
• PMK 350 low profile projector mount kit (black, white) (part number 70-563-02, 03)
Follow the instructions included with the kit.
UL Guidelines for Rack Mounting
The following Underwriters Laboratories (UL) guidelines pertain to the installation of a
FOXBOX SR HDMI into a rack.
1. Elevated operating ambient — If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly,
the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater than room
ambient. Therefore, consider installing the equipment in an environment compatible
with the maximum ambient temperature specified by Extron (Tma = +122 °F [+50 °C]).
2. Reduced air flow — Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such that the
amount of air flow required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised.
3. Mechanical loading — Mounting of the equipment in the rack should be such that a
hazardous condition is not achieved due to uneven mechanical loading.
4. Circuit overloading — Consideration should be given to the connection of the
equipment to the supply circuit and the effect that overloading of the circuits might
have on overcurrent protection and supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of
equipment nameplate ratings should be used when addressing this concern.
5. Reliable earthing (grounding) — Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment
should be maintained. Particular attention should be given to supply connections other
than direct connections to the branch circuit (such as the use of power strips).
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Extron Warranty
Extron Electronics warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years
from the date of purchase. In the event of malfunction during the warranty period attributable directly to faulty
workmanship and/or materials, Extron Electronics will, at its option, repair or replace said products or components,
to whatever extent it shall deem necessary to restore said product to proper operating condition, provided that it is
returned within the warranty period, with proof of purchase and description of malfunction to:
USA, Canada, South America,
and Central America:
Extron Electronics
1001 East Ball Road
Anaheim, CA 92805
U.S.A.
Europe and Africa:
Extron Europe
Hanzeboulevard 10
3825 PH Amersfoort
The Netherlands
Japan:
Extron Electronics, Japan
Kyodo Building, 16 Ichibancho
Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-0082
Japan
China:
Extron China
686 Ronghua Road
Songjiang District
Shanghai 201611
China
Asia:
Extron Asia
135 Joo Seng Road, #04-01
PM Industrial Bldg.
Singapore 368363
Middle East:
Extron Middle East
Dubai Airport Free Zone
F12, PO Box 293666
United Arab Emirates, Dubai
Singapore
This Limited Warranty does not apply if the fault has been caused by misuse, improper handling care, electrical or
mechanical abuse, abnormal operating conditions, or if modifications were made to the product that were not
authorized by Extron.
NOTE: If a product is defective, please call Extron and ask for an Application Engineer to receive an RA (Return
Authorization) number. This will begin the repair process.
USA: 714.491.1500 or 800.633.9876 Europe: 31.33.453.4040
Asia: 65.6383.4400 Japan: 81.3.3511.7655
Units must be returned insured, with shipping charges prepaid. If not insured, you assume the risk of loss or damage
during shipment. Returned units must include the serial number and a description of the problem, as well as the
name of the person to contact in case there are any questions.
Extron Electronics makes no further warranties either expressed or implied with respect to the product and its quality,
performance, merchantability, or fitness for any particular use. In no event will Extron Electronics be liable for direct,
indirect, or consequential damages resulting from any defect in this product even if Extron Electronics has been
advised of such damage.
Please note that laws vary from state to state and country to country, and that some provisions of this warranty may
not apply to you.
Extron Headquarters
+1.800.633.9876 (Inside USA/Canada Only)
Extron USA - West Extron USA - East