Extron Electronics FOXBOX Tx-Rx DVI Plus User Manual

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User Guide

Fiber Optic Extenders

FOXBOX Tx / Rx VGA FOXBOX Tx VGA/YUV FOXBOX Tx / Rx DVI FOXBOX Tx / Rx DVI Plus

High Resolution Fiber Optic Transmitters and Receivers

68-1464-01 Rev. C

03 11

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Safety Instructions • English

This symbol is intended to alert the user of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature provided with the equipment.

This symbol is intended to alert the user of the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that may present a risk of electric shock.

Caution

Read Instructions • Read and understand all safety and operating instructions before using the equipment. Retain Instructions • The safety instructions should be kept for future reference. Follow Warnings • Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the equipment or in the user information. Avoid Attachments • Do not use tools or attachments that are not recommended by the equipment

manufacturer because they may be hazardous.

Warning

Power sources • This equipment should be operated only from the power source indicated on the product. This

equipment is intended to be used with a main power system with a grounded (neutral) conductor. The third (grounding) pin is a safety feature, do not attempt to bypass or disable it.

Power disconnection • To remove power from the equipment safely, remove all power cords from the rear of

the equipment, or the desktop power module (if detachable), or from the power source receptacle (wall plug).

Power cord protection • Power cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be stepped on or pinched

by items placed upon or against them.

Servicing • Refer all servicing to qualiﬁed service personnel. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. To prevent

the risk of shock, do not attempt to service this equipment yourself because opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.

Slots and openings • If the equipment has slots or holes in the enclosure, these are provided to prevent

overheating of sensitive components inside. These openings must never be blocked by other objects.

Lithium battery • There is a danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace it only with the

same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Consignes de Sécurité • Français

Ce symbole sert à avertir l’utilisateur que la documentation fournie avec le matériel contient des instructions importantes concernant l’exploitation et la maintenance (réparation).

Ce symbole sert à avertir l’utilisateur de la présence dans le boîtier de l’appareil de tensions dangereuses non isolées posant des risques d’électrocution.

Attention

Lire les instructions• Prendre connaissance de toutes les consignes de sécurité et d’exploitation avant

d’utiliser le matériel.

Conserver les instructions• Ranger les consignes de sécurité aﬁn de pouvoir les consulter à l’avenir. Respecter les avertissements • Observer tous les avertissements et consignes marqués sur le matériel ou

présentés dans la documentation utilisateur.

Eviter les pièces de xation • Ne pas utiliser de pièces de ﬁxation ni d’outils non recommandés par le

fabricant du matériel car cela risquerait de poser certains dangers.

Sicherheitsanleitungen • Deutsch

Dieses Symbol soll dem Benutzer in der im Lieferumfang enthaltenen Dokumentation besonders wichtige Hinweise zur Bedienung und Wartung (Instandhaltung) geben.

Dieses Symbol soll den Benutzer darauf aufmerksam machen, daß im Inneren des Gehäuses dieses Produktes gefährliche Spannungen, die nicht isoliert sind und die einen elektrischen Schock verursachen können, herrschen.

Achtung

Lesen der Anleitungen • Bevor Sie das Gerät zum ersten Mal verwenden, sollten Sie alle Sicherheits-und

Bedienungsanleitungen genau durchlesen und verstehen.

Aufbewahren der Anleitungen • Die Hinweise zur elektrischen Sicherheit des Produktes sollten Sie

aufbewahren, damit Sie im Bedarfsfall darauf zurückgreifen können.

Befolgen der Warnhinweise • Befolgen Sie alle Warnhinweise und Anleitungen auf dem Gerät oder in der

Benutzerdokumentation.

Keine Zusatzgeräte • Verwenden Sie keine Werkzeuge oder Zusatzgeräte, die nicht ausdrücklich vom

Hersteller empfohlen wurden, da diese eine Gefahrenquelle darstellen können.

Instrucciones de seguridad • Español

Este símbolo se utiliza para advertir al usuario sobre instrucciones importantes de operación y mantenimiento (o cambio de partes) que se desean destacar en el contenido de la documentación suministrada con los equipos.

Este símbolo se utiliza para advertir al usuario sobre la presencia de elementos con voltaje peligroso sin protección aislante, que puedan encontrarse dentro de la caja o alojamiento del producto, y que puedan representar riesgo de electrocución.

Precaucion

Leer las instrucciones • Leer y analizar todas las instrucciones de operación y seguridad, antes de usar el

equipo.

Conservar las instrucciones • Conservar las instrucciones de seguridad para futura consulta. Obedecer las advertencias • Todas las advertencias e instrucciones marcadas en el equipo o en la

documentación del usuario, deben ser obedecidas.

安全须知 • 中文

这个符号提示用户该设备用户手册中有重要的操作和维护说明。

这个符号警告用户该设备机壳内有暴露的危险电压，有触电危险。

注意

阅读说明书 • 用户使用该设备前必须阅读并理解所有安全和使用说明。保存说明书 • 用户应保存安全说明书以备将来使用。遵守警告 • 用户应遵守产品和用户指南上的所有安全和操作说明。避免追加 • 不要使用该产品厂商没有推荐的工具或追加设备，以避免危险。

Avertissement

Alimentations • Ne faire fonctionner ce matériel qu’avec la source d’alimentation indiquée sur l’appareil. Ce

matériel doit être utilisé avec une alimentation principale comportant un ﬁl de terre (neutre). Le troisième contact (de mise à la terre) constitue un dispositif de sécurité : n’essayez pas de la contourner ni de la désactiver.

Déconnexion de l’alimentation• Pour mettre le matériel hors tension sans danger, déconnectez tous les

cordons d’alimentation de l’arrière de l’appareil ou du module d’alimentation de bureau (s’il est amovible) ou encore de la prise secteur.

Protection du cordon d’alimentation • Acheminer les cordons d’alimentation de manière à ce que personne

ne risque de marcher dessus et à ce qu’ils ne soient pas écrasés ou pincés par des objets.

Réparation-maintenance • Faire exécuter toutes les interventions de réparation-maintenance par un

technicien qualiﬁé. Aucun des éléments internes ne peut être réparé par l’utilisateur. Aﬁn d’éviter tout danger d’électrocution, l’utilisateur ne doit pas essayer de procéder lui-même à ces opérations car l’ouverture ou le retrait des couvercles risquent de l’exposer à de hautes tensions et autres dangers.

Fentes et orices • Si le boîtier de l’appareil comporte des fentes ou des oriﬁces, ceux-ci servent à empêcher les

composants internes sensibles de surchauffer. Ces ouvertures ne doivent jamais être bloquées par des objets.

Lithium Batterie • Il a danger d’explosion s’ll y a remplacment incorrect de la batterie. Remplacer uniquement

avec une batterie du meme type ou d’un ype equivalent recommande par le constructeur. Mettre au reut les batteries usagees conformement aux instructions du fabricant.

Vorsicht

Stromquellen • Dieses Gerät sollte nur über die auf dem Produkt angegebene Stromquelle betrieben werden.

Dieses Gerät wurde für eine Verwendung mit einer Hauptstromleitung mit einem geerdeten (neutralen) Leiter konzipiert. Der dritte Kontakt ist für einen Erdanschluß, und stellt eine Sicherheitsfunktion dar. Diese sollte nicht umgangen oder außer Betrieb gesetzt werden.

Stromunterbrechung • Um das Gerät auf sichere Weise vom Netz zu trennen, sollten Sie alle Netzkabel aus der

Rückseite des Gerätes, aus der externen Stomversorgung (falls dies möglich ist) oder aus der Wandsteckdose

ziehen.

Schutz des Netzkabels • Netzkabel sollten stets so verlegt werden, daß sie nicht im Weg liegen und niemand

darauf treten kann oder Objekte darauf- oder unmittelbar dagegengestellt werden können.

Wartung • Alle Wartungsmaßnahmen sollten nur von qualiziertem Servicepersonal durchgeführt werden.

Die internen Komponenten des Gerätes sind wartungsfrei. Zur Vermeidung eines elektrischen Schocks versuchen Sie in keinem Fall, dieses Gerät selbst öffnen, da beim Entfernen der Abdeckungen die Gefahr eines elektrischen Schlags und/oder andere Gefahren bestehen.

Schlitze und Öffnungen • Wenn das Gerät Schlitze oder Löcher im Gehäuse aufweist, dienen diese zur

Vermeidung einer Überhitzung der empndlichen Teile im Inneren. Diese Öffnungen dürfen niemals von

anderen Objekten blockiert werden.

Litium-Batterie • Explosionsgefahr, falls die Batterie nicht richtig ersetzt wird. Ersetzen Sie verbrauchte Batterien

nur durch den gleichen oder einen vergleichbaren Batterietyp, der auch vom Hersteller empfohlen wird. Entsorgen Sie verbrauchte Batterien bitte gemäß den Herstelleranweisungen.

Evitar el uso de accesorios • No usar herramientas o accesorios que no sean especiﬁcamente recomendados

por el fabricante, ya que podrian implicar riesgos.

Advertencia

Alimentación eléctrica • Este equipo debe conectarse únicamente a la fuente/tipo de alimentación eléctrica

indicada en el mismo. La alimentación eléctrica de este equipo debe provenir de un sistema de distribución general con conductor neutro a tierra. La tercera pata (puesta a tierra) es una medida de seguridad, no puentearia ni eliminaria.

Desconexión de alimentación eléctrica • Para desconectar con seguridad la acometida de alimentación

eléctrica al equipo, desenchufar todos los cables de alimentación en el panel trasero del equipo, o desenchufar el módulo de alimentación (si fuera independiente), o desenchufar el cable del receptáculo de la pared.

Protección del cables de alimentación • Los cables de alimentación eléctrica se deben instalar en lugares

donde no sean pisados ni apretados por objetos que se puedan apoyar sobre ellos.

Reparaciones/mantenimiento • Solicitar siempre los servicios técnicos de personal calicado. En el interior no

hay partes a las que el usuario deba acceder. Para evitar riesgo de electrocución, no intentar personalmente la reparación/mantenimiento de este equipo, ya que al abrir o extraer las tapas puede quedar expuesto a voltajes peligrosos u otros riesgos.

Ranuras y aberturas • Si el equipo posee ranuras o oriﬁcios en su caja/alojamiento, es para evitar el

sobrecalientamiento de componentes internos sensibles. Estas aberturas nunca se deben obstruir con otros

objetos.

Batería de litio • Existe riesgo de explosión si esta batería se coloca en la posición incorrecta. Cambiar esta

batería únicamente con el mismo tipo (o su equivalente) recomendado por el fabricante. Desachar las baterías

usadas siguiendo las instrucciones del fabricante.

警告

电源 • 该设备只能使用产品上标明的电源。设备必须使用有地线的供电系统供电。第三条线

（地线）是安全设施，不能不用或跳过。

拔掉电源 • 为安全地从设备拔掉电源，请拔掉所有设备后或桌面电源的电源线，或任何接到市

电系统的电源线。

电源线保护 • 妥善布线，避免被踩踏，或重物挤压。维护 • 所有维修必须由认证的维修人员进行。设备内部没有用户可以更换的零件。为避免出现

触电危险不要自己试图打开设备盖子维修该设备。

通风孔 • 有些设备机壳上有通风槽或孔，它们是用来防止机内敏感元件过热。不要用任何东

西挡住通风孔。

锂电池 • 不正确的更换电池会有爆炸的危险。必须使用与厂家推荐的相同或相近型号的电池。

按照生产厂的建议处理废弃电池。

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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. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference.

2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

The Class A limits are designed to 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 manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

NOTE: This unit was tested with shielded cables on the peripheral devices. Shielded cables must be used with

the unit to ensure compliance with FCC emissions limits.

For more information on safety guidelines, regulatory compliances, EMI/EMF compliance, accessibility, and

Introduction

WARNING: The FOXBOX Tx/Rx units output 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

• Plug the attached dust caps into the optical transceivers when the fiber

• About the FOXBOX Tx/Rx Transmitters and Receivers

• Features

This manual contains information about the Extron FOXBOX family of fiber optic products. The FOXBOX family supports long distance transmission of VGA, YUV, and DVI video and

analog audio signals (see figure 1).

RS-232 FOXBOX Control

the fiber optic cables themselves.

cable is unplugged.

Up to 30 km (18.75 miles) singlemode ber SM Model

Optional Second Link for Box to Box Communications

ALARM

RS-232

OVER FIBER

AUDIO

Tx Rx 1 2

RGB INPUT

FOXBOX 4G Tx VGA

POWER 12V

1.0A MAX

RS-232 Projector Control

Extron FOXBOX Tx VGA

Fiber Optic Transmitter

Extron FOXBOX Rx VGA

Fiber Optic Receiver

Figure 1. Typical FOXBOX Tx/Rx Application

Extron SI 26X

Two-way Ceiling Speakers

Extron MPA 122

Mini Power Amplier

Audio Output

ALARM

RS-232

OVER FIBER

AUDIO

Tx Rx 1 2

RGB OUTPUT

MODE

FOXBOX 4G Rx VGA

POWER 12V

1.0A MAX

MPA 122

OUTPUTS 4/8 Ohms

REMOTE

INPUTS

10V VOL/MUTE

POWER

RS-232

Projector

FOXBOX Tx/Rx • Introduction 1

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About the FOXBOX Tx/Rx Transmitters and Receivers

The FOXBOX family consists of the following ultra-high performance fiber optic transmitters

and receivers:

• FOXBOX Tx VGA transmitter — Accepts an analog RGB video input, an audio input,

and an RS-232 serial input and outputs a proprietary optical signal on an LC connector to a FOXBOX or FOX 500 receiver. It also can receive a proprietary optical signal from the

receiver consisting of the RS-232 return from a controlled device.

• FOXBOX Tx VGA/YUV transmitter — Similar to the FOXBOX Tx VGA, but with the

ability to support bi-level and tri-level YUV formats such as the 480p, 576p, 720p, 1080i, and 1080p HDTV rates. It can also accept RGBHV video.

• FOXBOX Rx VGA receiver — Accepts a proprietary optical signal on an LC connector

from a FOXBOX (except FOXBOX Tx DVI Plus) or FOX 500 transmitter or daisy-chained receiver and outputs analog RGB or component video, audio, and RS-232 serial

commands. It also can either:

• Receive an RS-232 return from a controlled device and send it to the transmitter via

a proprietary optical signal.

• Output a daisy-chained signal to another receiver.

• FOXBOX Tx DVI Plus transmitter — Accepts a single link of DVI video input (up

to 1920 x 1200 at 60 Hz), an audio input, and an RS-232 serial input and outputs a proprietary optical signal on an LC connector to a FOXBOX Rx DVI Plus receiver only. It

also can receive a proprietary optical signal from the receiver consisting of the RS-232 return from a controlled device.

• FOXBOX Rx DVI Plus receiver — Accepts a proprietary optical signal on an LC

connector from a FOXBOX or FOX 500 transmitter or daisy-chained receiver and outputs

a single link of DVI video, audio, and RS-232 serial commands. It also can either:

• Receive an RS-232 return from a controlled device and send it to the transmitter via

a proprietary optical signal.

• Output a daisy-chained signal to another receiver.

• FOXBOX Tx DVI (non-Plus) transmitter — Similar to the FOXBOX TX DVI Plus, but

with a lower maximum resolution (1600 x 1200 or 1080p @ 60 Hz) and a different proprietary output that is compatible with all FOXBOX or FOX 500 receivers.

• FOXBOX Rx DVI (non-Plus) receiver — Similar to FOXBOX RX DVI Plus, but with

lower maximum resolution (1600 x 1200 or 1080p @ 60 Hz) and receiving a different proprietary input. This receiver is discontinued, but included in this list for reference only.

NOTES: • In this manual, the term "FOXBOX" refers to either an analog RGB, YUV,

or DVI video unit. Where differences exist between the VGA and DVI

models, the full name of the unit is used.

• In this manual, the term "FOXBOX DVI" refers to either the Plus or

non-Plus DVI units unless a unit is specifically identified.

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General System Operation

The FOXBOX Tx VGA transmitter inputs VGA-UXGA RGB video. The FOXBOX Tx VGA/YUV transmitter inputs YUV video or VGA-UXGA RGB video. The FOXBOX Tx DVI transmitter inputs a single link of DVI video.

All three transmitters input audio and one-way (transmitter-to-receiver) RS-232 serial communication (for applications such as projector control). The transmitters convert all of their inputs into a proprietary signal and output the signal on a single fiber optic cable to the receiver. An optional return (receiver-to-transmitter) stream of serial RS-232 communications, such as projector responses, requires a second fiber optic cable. Rather than the return RS-232 communications, the receivers can be configured to output a daisy-chained primary

fiber optic signal to another receiver.

The FOXBOX Rx VGA receiver outputs VGA-UXGA RGB or YUV video. The FOXBOX Rx DVI receiver outputs a single link of DVI video. The receivers convert the proprietary signal(s) back to video (either RGB, YUV, or DVI as

applicable to the model), audio, and serial RS-232 communication and output the signals locally. If either RS-232 return or daisy-chained communications are implemented (a second fiber optic cable is installed), the receiver outputs a proprietary signal on the second fiber

optic cable. For video resolutions up to 1600 x 1200 or 1920 x 1200, the video output of the

receiver is a perfect, pixel-for-pixel recreation of the video signal input to the transmitter.

The FOXBOX VGA transmitter can handle an RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB, or RsGsBs input signal. The FOXBOX VGA receiver can output RGBHV or RGsB video, as selected by the user, when the input is RGB. The FOXBOX VGA receiver can output YUV video when the input is YUV video to a FOXBOX VGA/YUV transmitter only.

NOTE: When YUV video is input to a FOXBOX Tx VGA/YUV, the output of the receiver is

YUV video only. Neither unit can convert the video into the RGB format.

The transmitter and receiver have image and audio adjustments available under RS-232

control. Both units have image, audio, and fiber light status and lost-light alarm indicators.

The receivers have built-in alternating pixels, color bars, and grayscale test patterns to assist in setting up the display equipment.

FOXBOX Tx/Rx • Introduction 3

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System Compatibility

The FOXBOX Tx DVI Plus transmitter fiber optic output signal can be received only by a FOXBOX Rx DVI Plus receiver.

All fiber optic signals from all other units are interchangeably compatible between VGA and DVI units, Plus and non-Plus units, and PowerCage Fox and FOX 500 units as shown in the

following table.

Receiver Compatible transmitter(s)

FOXBOX Rx VGA FOXBOX Tx VGA

FOXBOX Tx VGA/YUV FOXBOX Tx DVI (non-Plus) PowerCage FOX Tx VGA PowerCage FOX Tx DVI (non-Plus) FOX 500 Tx (VGA) FOX 500 Tx DVI FOX 500 DA6

FOXBOX Rx DVI Plus FOXBOX Tx DVI Plus

FOXBOX Tx DVI (non-Plus) FOXBOX Tx VGA FOXBOX Tx VGA/YUV PowerCage FOX Tx DVI Plus PowerCage FOX Tx DVI (non-Plus) PowerCage FOX Tx VGA FOX 500 Tx (VGA) FOX 500 Tx DVI FOX 500 DA6

FOXBOX Rx DVI (non Plus) FOXBOX Tx DVI (non-Plus)

FOXBOX Tx VGA FOXBOX Tx VGA/YUV PowerCage FOX Tx DVI (non-Plus) PowerCage FOX Tx VGA FOX 500 Tx (VGA) FOX 500 Tx DVI FOX 500 DA6

NOTES: • The FOXBOX units are fully compatible with all Extron FOX 500 products and

a variety of other fiber optic products. Those other products are identified where appropriate, but not specifically described in this manual.

• The FOXBOX DVI does not support the transmission of signals with High-

bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP).

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Cable Transmission Modes

The transmitters and receivers are further categorized by the type of fiber optic cable, multimode or singlemode, which define the effective range of transmission:

• Multimode — Long distance, up to 2 km (6,560 feet) (depending on the fiber cable)

• FOXBOX Tx VGA MM

• FOXBOX Rx VGA MM

• FOXBOX Tx VGA/YUV MM

• FOXBOX Tx DVI MM

• FOXBOX Rx DVI MM

• FOXBOX Tx DVI Plus MM

• FOXBOX Rx DVI Plus MM

• Singlemode — Very long distance, up to 30 km (18.75 miles)

• FOXBOX Tx VGA SM

• FOXBOX Rx VGA SM

• FOXBOX Tx VGA/YUV SM

• FOXBOX Tx DVI SM

• FOXBOX Rx DVI SM

• FOXBOX Tx DVI Plus SM

• FOXBOX Rx DVI Plus SM

NOTE: The multimode and singlemode products 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.

Features

Ultra high performance — Offers pixel-for-pixel RGBHV video or DVI video transmission, up to 1920 x 1200 at 60 Hz (FOXBOX DVI Plus models) or 1600 x 1200 at 60 Hz.

Video input —

• FOXBOX VGA — The transmitter accepts RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB, or RsGsBs on a 15-pin

HD connector.

• FOXBOX VGA/YUV — The transmitter accepts bi-level or tri-level YUV, RGBHV, or RGBS

on a 15-pin HD connector.

• FOXBOX DVI — The transmitter accepts a single link of DVI-D video on a DVI-I

connector.

EDID emulation mode (FOXBOX Tx DVI and FOXBOX Tx DVI Plus only) — The

FOXBOX DVI transmitter provides a function, under RS-232 control, for specifying the rate of the incoming DVI signal. EDID emulation mode allows proper operation when no local

monitor is present.

Video output —

• FOXBOX VGA — The receiver outputs RGBHV or RGsB video (user-selectable) or YUV

video (if the input is YUV video to a FOXBOX Tx VGA/YUV) on a 15-pin HD connector.

• FOXBOX DVI — The receiver outputs a single link of DVI-D video on a DVI-I connector.

• FOXBOX VGA and FOXBOX DVI are mutually compatible — Enables ultra-long

distance DVI-to-analog RGB and analog RGB-to-DVI conversion without the need for

extra signal conversion devices.

Compatibility with FOX 500 DA6 distribution amplifier and FOX Matrix Switchers

FOXBOX Tx/Rx • Introduction 5

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Audio input — The transmitters accept an unbalanced stereo or mono audio input on a

3.5 mm mini jack. Audio input gain/attenuation — The input audio level can be adjusted within a range of

-18 dB (attenuation) to +10 dB (gain) via the RS-232 link.

Audio output — The receivers output unbalanced stereo audio on a 3.5 mm mini jack. Links monitoring — The front panels of the transmitters and receivers have indicators for

monitoring image and audio transmission and both fiber optic links. Loss-of-light alarms — The rear panels of the transmitters and receivers have discrete

outputs that indicate if either of the fiber optic links have suffered a loss of the light signal.

FOX Extender Control Program — For RS-232 remote control from a PC, the Extron FOX Extenders Control Program provides a graphical interface and drag-and-drop/point-and-click

operation. Simple Instruction Set (SIS™) — The transmitters and receivers use the SIS for easy

remote control operation.

Audio level — The audio output is at the consumer level (-10 dBV). Upgradable firmware — The firmware that controls the operation of each unit 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 FOX Extender 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.

Rack mounting — All FOXBOX Tx and Rx units are 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 for each unit provides

worldwide power compatibility.

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Installation and Operation

This sections details the installation of the FOXBOX Tx/Rx, including:

• Installation Overview

• Mounting the Unit

• Connections and Configuration

• Operation

Installation Overview

Follow these steps to install and set up an Extron FOXBOX transmitter and receiver system

for operation:

1. Turn off all of the equipment. Ensure that the video sources and the output display are

all turned off and disconnected from the power source.

2. Mount the transmitter and one or more receivers (see “Mounting the Unit”, below).

3. Connect the cables and configure the receivers (see “Connections and

Configuration”).

4. Plug in the power supplies, then turn on the display devices and the input devices.

Mounting the Unit

CAUTION: Installation and service must be performed by authorized personnel only.

Detailed mounting instructions can be found in the “Reference Information“ section. Any of the 1-inch high, quarter-rack width units can be placed on a tabletop, mounted on a rack shelf, mounted under or through a desk or other furniture, or mounted to a projector bracket.

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Connections and Conﬁguration

Tip (+)

Sleeve ( )

Ring (-)

Tip (+)

RCA Connector

3.5 mm Stereo Plug Connector

(balanced)

Transmitter Connections and Indicators

POWER

12V

1.0A MAX

FOXBOX Tx VGA Rear Panel

POWER

12V

1.0A MAX

FOXBOX Tx DVI Plus Rear Panel

Figure 2. FOXBOX Tx Transmitter Connectors

NOTES: • The FOXBOX Tx VGA/YUV looks similar to the FOXBOX Tx VGA, with the

• The FOXBOX Tx DVI (non-Plus) looks similar to the FOXBOX Tx DVI Plus, with

RGB INPUT

FOXBOX Tx VGA

DVI-D INPUT

FOXBOX Tx DVI Plus

exception of the name on the unit and the label on the input connector.

the exception of the name on the unit.

AUDIO

RS-232

OVER FIBER

Tx Rx 1 2

RS-232

OVER FIBER

Tx Rx 1 2

554

ALARM

RGB

OVER

TEMP

Front Panel

DVI

OVER

TEMP

Front Panel

AUDIO

CONFIG

FOXBOX Tx VGA

CONFIG

FOXBOX Tx DVI Plus

LINK

OPTICAL

LINK

a RGB and RGB/YUV Input connectors

FOXBOX Tx VGA — Connect an analog VGA-UXGA RGB video source to this 15-pin

HD female connector. FOXBOX Tx VGA/YUV — Connect bi-level or tri-level sync YUV video or an analog

VGA-UXGA RGB video source to this 15-pin HD female connector.

b DVI-I Input connector (FOXBOX DVI only) — Connect a single link of DVI-D to this

DVI-I connector (see “DVI connector (FOXBOX DVI)“ on page 14 for pin assignments).

NOTE: The FOXBOX DVI accepts only the digital signals on the DVI-I Input

connector. The analog pins on the port are not connected.

c Audio connector — Plug an audio input into the transmitter via this stereo mini jack

connector.

NOTE: See figure 3 to identify the tip, ring, and sleeve when you are making

connections for the transmitter from existing audio cables. A mono audio connector consists of the tip and sleeve. A stereo audio connector consists of the tip, ring, and sleeve.

Figure 3. Typical Audio Connectors

The input audio level can be set via RS-232 control (see “Remote Control”).

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d RS-232 Over Fiber port — If you want the FOXBOX to pass serial

ALARM

RS-232

ALARM

RS-232

OPTICAL

command signals to the receiver, for serial control of a projector for example, connect the host device to the transmitter via the first three leftmost poles (Tx, Rx, and _) of this 5-pole captive screw connector (see “RS-232

connections“ on page 15 to wire this connector).

NOTES: • If you connect only one fiber optic cable (item f, below), 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 the FOXBOX

receiver in normal configuration (Mode DIP switch 1 down on the receiver).

• The FOXBOX can pass RS-232 commands and responses at rates up to

115200 baud.

OVER FIBER

Tx Rx 1 2

e Alarm outputs port — For remote monitoring of the status of fiber optic

OVER FIBER

link 2, connect a locally-constructed or furnished monitoring device to the transmitter via the two rightmost poles (1 and 2) of this 5-pole captive screw

Tx Rx 1 2

connector. When the transmitter does not detect a light link on fiber cable

Rx (optional), pin 1 and pin 2 of this port are shorted together (see “Alarm outputs

connection“ on page 15 to wire this connector).

f Fiber optic connectors and LEDs —

WARNING: These units output continuous invisible light, which may be harmful to

the eyes; use with caution. For additional safety, plug the attached dust caps into the optical transceivers when the fiber cable is unplugged.

NOTES: • Ensure that you use the proper fiber cable for your transmitter/receiver

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. But, if you connect only

one fiber optic cable, or if your transmitter is configured to daisy-chain

the optical signal, system functionality is reduced. You will not receive RS-232 reports from the controlled device, and some FOX Extender

Control Program functions and RS-232 commands will not work. To receive responses from the controlled device and for full functionality, you

need to install both fiber optic cables and leave the FOXBOX receiver in

normal configuration (Mode DIP switch 1 down on the receiver).

ä Tx (required) — For all one-way video, audio, and serial

communications from the transmitter to the receiver, connect a fiber optic cable to the Tx LC connector.

Connect the free end of this fiber optic cable to the Rx connector

on the FOXBOX Rx receiver (item compatible Extron FOX device.

on figure 4) or to any other

ã Rx (optional) — Connect a fiber optic cable for all one-way return

serial communications from the receiver to the transmitter. Connect the free end of this fiber optic cable to the Tx connector

on a FOXBOX Rx receiver in normal configuration (item

figure 4) or to any other compatible Extron FOX device.

Tx Link and Rx Link LEDs — When lit, the link is active (light is

received).

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LINK

6a 6b

Transmitter

Receiver

LINK

OPTICAL

LINK

Page 16

g 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.

See “Front panel Configuration ports“ on page 16 for more details on the adapter cable and “Remote Control“ on page 19 for SIS commands and software control.

The TRS RS-232 cable is included with the Tx models.

h DC power connector — Plug the included external 12 VDC power supply into this

connector (see “Power supply wiring“ on page 17, to wire the connector.

i Indicators —

Power LED — This LED lights to indicate that power is applied to the unit. Over Temp LED — This LED lights to indicate that the unit is operating at a dangerously

high temperature (approximately 167 °F [75 °C]) and that equipment damage is

imminent.

RGB (FOXBOX VGA), RGB/YUV (FOXBOX VGA/YUV), or DVI (FOXBOX DVI) LED — This LED lights when the transmitter detects a signal on its

video input, as follows:

RGB LED — Horizontal sync (H) (for RGBHV video) or Green (Sync on green) (G) (for RGsB or RsGsBs video)

RGB/YUV LED — Horizontal sync (H) (for RGBHV video) or luminance (Y) (for

component video)

DVI LED — DVI video input

Audio LED — This LED lights when the transmitter detects a low level audio signal for a

short period of time. It goes dark if the audio signal drops below the minimum threshold for a short period of time.

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Receiver Connections and Indicators

ALARM

RS-232

POWER

12V

1.0A MAX

MODE

RGB OUTPUT

1210

AUDIO

FOXBOX Rx VGA

RS-232

OVER FIBER

Tx Rx 1 2

FOXBOX Rx VGA Rear Panel

18 11

POWER

MODE

12V

1.0A MAX

DVI-D OUTPUT

FOXBOX Rx DVI Plus

AUDIO

RS-232

OVER FIBER

Tx Rx 1 2

FOXBOX Rx DVI Plus Rear Panel

Figure 4. FOXBOX Rx Receiver Connectors

j RGB Output connector (FOXBOX Rx VGA only) — Connect an analog VGA-UXGA

RGB or YUV video display to this 15-pin HD female connector.

NOTE: If the transmitter input is RGB video, you can set the receiver to output the

desired video format: RGBHV or RGsB video.

If the input to a FOXBOX Tx VGA/YUV is component video, the output of

the receiver is YUV video only. Neither unit can convert the video into the RGB format.

ALARM

RGB

OVER

TEMP

Front Panel

DVI

OVER

TEMP

Front Panel

AUDIO

CONFIG

FOXBOX Rx VGA

CONFIG

FOXBOX Rx DVI Plus

LINK

OPTICAL

LINK

k DVI-I Output connector (FOXBOX DVI only) — Connect a DVI video display to this

DVI-I connector (see “DVI connector (FOXBOX DVI)“ on page 14 for pin assignments.

NOTE: The FOXBOX DVI outputs only the digital signals on the DVI-I Output

connector. The analog pins on the port are not connected.

l Audio connector — Plug an audio device into this stereo mini jack connector. See

figure 3 on page 8 for wiring.

m RS-232 Over Fiber port — If you want the FOXBOX to pass serial

connections“ on page 15 to wire this connector.

NOTES: • If you connect only one fiber optic cable (item o, on the next 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 the FOXBOX

receiver in normal configuration (Mode DIP switch 1 down).

• The FOXBOX can pass RS-232 commands and responses at rates up to

115200 baud.

n Alarm outputs port — For remote monitoring of the status of fiber optic

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

connector. When the receiver does not detect a light link on fiber cable Tx,

pin 1 and pin 2 of this port are shorted together.

RS-232

OVER FIBER

Tx Rx 1 2

OVER FIBER

Tx Rx 1 2

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o Fiber optic connectors and LEDs —

page 9)

Tx Rx

WARNING: These units output continuous invisible light, which may be harmful to

the eyes; use with caution. For additional safety, plug the attached dust caps into the optical transceivers when the fiber cable is unplugged.

NOTES: • 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

• Two way (transmitter to receiver and return) — Connect fiber

• One way (transmitter to receiver) with daisy

• See the transmitter fiber connector NOTES on

page 9, which also apply to these connectors.

15a

From Transmitter or Daisy-Chained

Receiver

Tx Rx

Figure 6. Daisy Chain Configuration

15a

cable

(from transmitter connector ä) only.

15a

(from transmitter connector ä) and fiber cable

transmitter (connector è). See figure 5.

chain (receiver to receiver) — Connect fiber cable

15a

from a fiber optic source and cable

15b

to the next receiver in the daisy chain. See figure 6. Set each receiver in the daisy chain to daisy chain mode (Mode DIP switch 1 up.) Up to 10 properly-configured receivers can be connected in a daisy chain to a single transmitter.

Receiver

15b

15a

Tx Rx

Receiver

Figure 5. Two Way

15b

15b 15a

Receiver

15a

Transmitter

( on

page 9)

Configuration

back to the

15b

Tx Rx

( on

15a

Rx (required) — 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 the FOXBOX Tx

transmitter (item f on page 9) or to any other compatible Extron FOXBOX device.

15b

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 the transmitter. See figure 5. Daisy chain configuration — For daisy-chained video, audio, and serial

communications to the Rx connector on another receiver. See figure 6.

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:

• The Rx connector on the FOXBOX Tx transmitter (item f on page 9) 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).

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p Mode switch —

MODE

DIP switch 1 — To connect the received optical input to another receiver in a daisy chain configuration, set DIP switch 1 to up as shown. Up to 10 properly-configured receivers can be connected in a daisy chain to a single transmitter.

DIP Switch 2 — DIP switch 2 must be set to the up position for the receiver to respond properly to the Video Shutdown Delay SIS command.

q 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. See “Front panel Configuration ports“ on page 16 for more details on the adapter cable and “Remote Control“ on page 19 for SIS commands and software control.

The TRS RS-232 cable is included with the Tx models.

r DC power connector — Plug the included external 12 VDC power supply into this

connector (see “Power supply wiring“ on page 17 to wire the connector.

s Indicators —

Power LED — This LED lights to indicate that power is applied to the unit. Over Temp LED — This LED lights to indicate that the unit is operating at a dangerously

high temperature (approximately 167 °F [75 °C]) and that equipment damage is imminent.

RGB (FOXBOX VGA) or DVI (FOXBOX DVI) LED — This LED lights on the receiver when the transmitter detects a signal on its video input, as follows:

RGB LED — Horizontal sync (H) (for RGBHV video) or Green (Sync on green) (G) (for RGsB or RsGsBs video)

RGB/YUV LED — Horizontal sync (H) (for RGBHV video) or luminance (Y) (for component video)

DVI LED — DVI video input

Audio LED — This LED lights on the receiver when the transmitter detects a low level

audio signal for a short period of time. It goes dark if the audio signal drops below the minimum threshold for a short period of time.

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Making Connections

DVI connector (FOXBOX DVI)

Figure 7 defines the DVI pin assignments.

17 24

Female Connector

Male Connector

Figure 7. DVI Connectors

NOTE: The missing pins on the included DVI cable are not required for the single link

of DVI-D data supported by the FOXBOX DVI. The analog video pins are not

connected. All of these unused pins are shaded gray in the figure above.

C1 C2

C3 C4

Pin Signal

TMDS data 2–

TMDS data 2+

TMDS data 2 shield TMDS data 1shield TMDS data 0 shield

Spare

DDC clock

DDC dat

No connection TMDS clock–Hot Plug Detect

Analog Red Video

Analog Green Video

Pin PinSignal Signal

TMDS data 1–

TMDS data 1+

Spare

+5 V power

Analog Blue Video

Analog H. Sync

TMDS data 0–

TMDS data 0+

MDS clock+Ground (+5 V)

Analog Ground

Spare

DVI 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 or buffered loop-through of the

FOXBOX DVI transmitter or the output of the FOXBOX DVI receiver.

• Use only the cable designed for DVI signals that is supplied by Extron.

• Limit or avoid the use of adapters.

• Use only cables specifically intended for DVI or HDMI signals. Use of non-DVI or non-

HDMI cables or modified cables can result in a missing video output.

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RS-232 connections

RS-232

The RS-232 Over Fiber port is for transmission of serial signals, such as projector control signals, between the transmitter and receiver.

RS-232

ALARM

OVER FIBER

Tx Rx 1 2

FunctionPin

Transmit data

Receive data

Gnd

Signal ground

Do not tin the wires!

Ground ( ) Receive (Rx) Transmit (Tx)

NOTE Cross the Tx and Rx lines once between the source

and the target.

Bidirectional

Controlling

Device

Ground ( ) Receive (Rx)

Transmit (Tx)

Figure 8. RS-232 Over Fiber Connector

CAUTION: The length of the exposed (stripped) copper wires is important. 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

ALARM

OVER FIBER

Tx Rx 1 2

Pin 1 and pin 2 are shorted together when no light is detected.

Do not tin the wires!

Figure 9. Alarm Connector

CAUTION: The length of the exposed (stripped) copper wires is important (see Above).

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Front panel Configuration ports

NOTE: These ports are for remote control of the transmitter or receiver, not for the over

fiber RS-232 link.

The Configuration ports on the transmitter and receiver are 2.5 mm mini stereo jacks. The 9-pin D to 2.5 mm mini jack TRS RS-232 cable, part #70-335-01 (figure 10), included with transmitters, can be used for this connection.

6 feet

(1.8 m)

9-pin D Connection TRS Plug

Pin 2 Computer's RX line Tip Pin 3 Computer's TX line Ring Pin 5 Computer's signal ground Sleeve

Part #70-335-01

Tip

Ring

Sleeve (Gnd)

Figure 10. 9-pin TRS RS-232 Cable

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“ for definitions of the SIS commands (serial commands to control the transmitter via this connector) and software control.

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Power supply wiring

CAUTION: 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 11 shows how to wire the power connector.

Smooth

Ridges

Power Supply

Output Cord

SECTION A–A

Tie Wrap

Captive Screw

Connector

Figure 11. Power Connector Wiring

CAUTIONS: 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 11) 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.

WARNING: The two power cord wires must be kept separate while the power supply is

CAUTION: The length of the exposed (stripped) copper wires is important. The

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.

plugged in. Remove power before wiring.

ideal length is 3/16 inch (5 mm). See the RS-232 Over Fiber connector

CAUTION for more information.

connector. Tinned wires are not as secure in the connectors and could be pulled out.

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Operation

Alternatively, an optional Extron PS 124 Universal 12 VDC Power Supply, part #60-1022-01, can power multiple Extron 12 VDC devices using only one AC power connector.

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.

To take advantage of the various adjustments and test patterns available in the FOXBOX,

you need to connect a computer or other RS-232 capable device to the front panel Configuration port on either unit and operate using either SIS commands or the FOX Extenders Control Program (see “Remote Control”).

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Remote Control

This section describes the remote control operation of the FOXBOX VGA, FOXBOX VGA/YUV, FOXBOX DVI Plus, and FOXBOX DVI, including:

• Simple Instruction Set Control

• FOX Extenders Control Program

The transmitter and receiver each have a Configuration port, a 2.5 mm mini stereo jack

that can be connected to a host device such as a computer running the HyperTerminal

utility, an RS-232 capable PDA, or a control system. These ports make serial control of the transmitter and receiver possible.

The Extron 9-pin D to 2.5 mm mini jack TRS RS-232 cable, included with the transmitter,

but available separately, part #70-335-01 (figure 12) can be used for connection to the Configuration port.

6 feet

(1.8 m)

9-pin D Connection TRS Plug

Pin 2 Computer's RX line Tip Pin 3 Computer's TX line Ring Pin 5 Computer's signal ground Sleeve

Part #70-335-01

Tip

Ring

Sleeve (Gnd)

Figure 12. 9-pin TRS RS-232 Cable

The protocol for the ports is as follows:

• 9600 baud • no parity • 8 data bits

• 1 stop bit • no flow control

NOTES: Only one fiber optic cable, transmitter-Tx-to-receiver-Rx, is required for

video, audio, and serial command transmission. But, if you connect only one

fiber optic cable, you will not receive RS-232 reports from the controlled device, and there will be reduced RS-232 command and control program functionality on the Rx unit. To receive responses from the controlled device

and for full functionality, install both fiber optic cables and leave the FOXBOX

receiver in normal configuration (Mode DIP switch 1 down on the receiver).

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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.

Symbol Definitions

= CR/LF (carriage return/line feed)

] } = Carriage return (no line feed)

• = Space (hard) character

E = Escape key (hex 1B) X! = Mute/auto memory status 0 = off 1 = on X@ = Resolution 01 = 1920 x 1200 11 = 576p

02 = 800 x 600 12 = 720p 03 = 1024 x 768 13 = 1080i 04 = 1280 x 768 14 = 1080p 05 = 1280 x 1024 15 = 640 x 480 06 = 1365 x 768 16 = 1440 x 900 07 = 1366 x 768 17 = 1280 x 800 08 = 1400 x 1050 18 = 1680 x 1050 09 = 1600 x 1200 19 = 1360 x 768 10 = 480p

X# = Refresh rate 1 = 50 Hz 2 = 60 Hz X$ = Mode switch position 0 = off (down) 1 = on (up) X% = Output sync format 0 = RGBHV 1 = RGsB X^ = Output sync polarity 0 = follows input 1 = force sync negative X& = Horizontal and vertical position 000 through 255 X* = Horizontal start 000 through 255 X( = Pixel phase 00 through 31 X1) = Total pixels ± 255 of default value for selected resolution X1! = Sync frequency xxx.xx (frequency in kHz [H] or Hz [V]) X1@ = Memory preset number 01 to 30 X1# = Audio gain adjustment range 00 to 10 X1$ = Audio level adjustment range X1% = Audio attenuation adjustment range 00 to 18 X1^ = Audio output level 0 = consumer ( X1& = Test pattern 0 = none 2 = grayscale

X1* = Video shutdown interval 0 = 0 seconds (off) 4 = 1 second

X1( = Rx link enable 0 = disable 1 = enable (default) X2) = Link and input status 0 = link or input not sensed 1 link or input sensed X2! = Transmission mode SM = singlemode MM = multimode X2@ = Transmitter or receiver Tx = transmitter Rx = receiver X2# = Firmware version v.vv X2$ = Internal temperature nnnF•nnC

–

18 to +10 (in 1.0 dB steps)

–

10 dBV) 1 = professional (+4 dBu)

1 = color bars 3 = alternating pixels

1 = 0.25 second 5 = 1.25 second 2 = 0.5 second (default) 6 = 1.5 second 3 = 0.75 second

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Unit-initiated Messages

When a local event, such as an equipment power-up, occurs, the unit responds by sending a

- or -

on. Vx.xx is the firmware version number; 60-xxxx-xx is the part number of the connected unit.

Reconfig

]

The unit sends the Reconfig message whenever the video input signal to the transmitter is changed.

1Lnk

X2)

•2Lnk

X2)

•RGB

X2)

•Aud

X2)

]

The unit sends the status message whenever a change in the fiber link and video and audio connection occurs.

X$X$

Dip

]

The unit sends the DIP switch position message whenever a change in the DIP switch settings occurs on the receiver.

]]

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Error Responses

ASCII to Hex Conversion Table

•

Space

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/Response Tables

The command/response table begins on the next page. Either uppercase or lower case 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/response fields. Command and response examples are shown throughout the

table. The ASCII to HEX conversion table below is for use with the command/response table.

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Command/Response Table for SIS Commands

Command ASCII Command

(host to unit)

Video mute

Mute output

Unmute output

Show video mute status

1B 0B B

Display Data Channel (DDC) resolution and rate (systems with DVI receivers only)

NOTE: If the receiver is a FOX 500, the rear panel DDC Resol(ution) rotary switch on the transmitter must be in position 1 for the

Set DDC resolution Show DDC resolution

variables to be changeable via an SIS command. The unit returns the E14 error if the switch is in other than position 1.

X@*X#

41* 41#

Mode switch position (systems with FOXBOX receivers only)

Show DIP switch position

Output sync format

Set output sync format Show output sync format

6* 6#

Output sync polarity

Set output polarity negative Set polarity to the input

Show output sync polarity

7*1# Pol1]

7*0# Pol0] 7#

Horizontal shift

Set a horizontal position Increment position Decrement position Show position

H Hph +H –H H

Vertical shift

Set a vertical position Increment position Decrement position Show position

/ Vph +/ –/ /

Horizontal start

NOTE: When the controlling PC is connected to the receiver, the FOXBOX can perform this command only if the receiver-Tx-to-

Set a start position

Increment start position Decrement start position Show start position

transmitter-Rx fiber cable is connected. The unit returns the E14 error if the Rx fiber is not connected.

) Hst

Example:

128) +) –) )

Response

(unit to host)

Blk1 Blk0

X!]

# DDCX@*

X@*X#]

X$X$]

# Syn

X%]

Hph Hph

X&]

Vph Vph

X&]

Hst128 Hst Hst

X*]

]

] ]

X%]

X&] X&] X&]

X*]

X*] X*]

X#]

]

Additional description

Blank the video output.

Output video.

Video mute status is X!.

Select a DDC Resolution. Show the DDC resolution.

Show the FOXBOX receiver DIP switch position.

Set the sync format.

Force the receiver output to always be negative.

Polarity follows the video sync input to the transmitter.

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.

Set the horizontal location of the ﬁrst active pixel. Set pixel 128 as the ﬁrst active pixel. Increase the horizontal start location value. Decrease the horizontal start location value.

NOTE: X! = Mute status 0 = off 1 = on

X@ = Resolution 01 through 19. See page 20. X# = Refresh rate 1 = 50 Hz 2 = 60 Hz X$ = Mode switch position 0 = off (down) 1 = on (up) X% = Output sync format 0 = RGBHV 1 = RGsB X^ = Output sync polarity 0 = follows input 1 = force sync negative X& = Horizontal and vertical position 000 through 255 X* = Horizontal start 000 through 255

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Command/response table for SIS commands (continued)

Command ASCII Command

(host to unit)

Pixel phase

NOTE: When the controlling PC is connected to the receiver, the FOXBOX can perform this command only if the receiver-Tx-to-

Set a pixel phase value

Increment pixel phase Decrement pixel phase Show pixel phase

transmitter-Rx fiber cable is connected. The unit returns the E14 error if the Rx fiber is not connected.

U Phs

Example:

10U +U –U U

Total pixels

NOTE: When the controlling PC is connected to the receiver, the FOXBOX can perform this command only if the receiver-Tx-to-

transmitter-Rx fiber cable is connected. The unit returns the E14 error if the Rx fiber is not connected.

Set a total pixel value

Example:

Increment total pixel value Decrement total pixel

value Show total pixel value

X1)

11* 11*1555# +11# –11#

11#

List sync frequency

View input frequency

1LS

Memory presets

Save preset Recall preset

X1@

, Spr

X1@

. Rpr

Audio input gain and attenuation

NOTES: • The set gain (G) and set attenuation (g) commands are case sensitive. The increment level, decrement level, and show level are

• When the controlling PC is connected to the receiver, the FOXBOX can perform this command only if the receiver-Tx-to-

Set input audio gain to a

+dB value

Set input audio

attenuation to a -dB value

Increment input level

Decrement input level Show input level

not case sensitive.

transmitter-Rx fiber cable is connected. The unit returns the E14 error if the Rx fiber is not connected.

X1#

G Aud

Example:

X1%

g Aud

+G +G –G G

Audio output level

NOTE: The FOXBOX receiver outputs audio at the consumer level (-10 dBV) only. The FOX 500 or PowerCage FOX can be configured to

output audio at the professional level; refer to the applicable User Guide.

Set the output to the consumer level Set the output to the professional level Show output level

40*0#

40*1

40#

Response

(unit to host)

Phs10 Phs Phs

X(]

# Tpx

Tpx1555 Tpx Tpx

Tpx

X1!

Aud+02

Aud Aud+03 Aud–01

X1$]

Lvl0

Lvl1

X1^]

X(]

] X(] X(]

X1)]

X1)] X1)]

X1)]

horozontal

X1@] X1@]

X1$]

]

X1$]

] ]

]

Additional description

Set the pixel phase value to X(. Set the pixel phase value to 10. Increase pixel phase value by 1. Decrease pixel phase value by 1.

Set the total pixels to a speciﬁc value. Set the total pixel value to 1555. Increase total pixels by 1 pixel. Decrease total pixels by 1 pixel.

vertical

X1!

]

List the input frequency.

Command code is a comma. Command code is a period.

Set the input level (gain) to +

Set the input level (gain) to +2 dB.

Set the input level (attenuation) to –

Increase the audio level by 1 dB. Increment the input level from +2 dB to +3 dB. Decrease the audio level from 0 dB to –1 dB.

Set the audio output to the consumer level (–10 dBV). Set the audio output to the professional level (+4 dBu). Show the audio output level.

X1#

dB.

X1#

dB.

NOTE: X( = Pixel phase 00 to 31

X1) = Total pixels ± 255 of default value for selected resolution X1! = Sync frequency xxx.xx (frequency in kHz [H] or Hz [V] X1@ = Memory preset number 01 to 30 X1# = Audio gain adjustment range 00 to 10 X1$ = Audio level adjustment range -18 to +10 (in 1.0 dB steps) X1% = Audio attenuation adjustment range 00 to 18 X1^ = Audio output level 0 = consumer (–10 dBV) 1 = professional (+4 dBu)

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Command/response table for SIS commands (continued)

Command ASCII Command

(host to unit)

Audio mute

Mute the audio

Unmute the audio

Show audio mute statue

1Z 0Z Z

Auto memory

Disable auto memory

Enable auto memory

Show auto memory status

55*0# 55*1# 55#

Auto Image™

Trigger Auto Image

55*2#

Test pattern

NOTE: You must have a video input connected and the transmitter-Tx-to-receiver-Rx fiber cable connected for the receiver to output a

selected test pattern. The test pattern turns off if the input signal rate changes or is disconnected or if power is removed.

Output color bars Output grayscale Output alternating pixels

Turn test pattern off

Show test pattern status

1J 2J 3J

Disable and enable return link

NOTE: The disable return link function is primarily used and recommended when the transmitting device is a FOX 500 DA6 and the

receiver is connect to any of outputs 2 through 6 on the DA.

Disable return link

Enable return link to

transmitter Show return link status

66*0*0# 66*0*1#

66*0#

Video shutdown delay

NOTES: • This command mutes the output for a variable period of time when the unit detects a change in the input pixel clock.

• Front panel DIP switch 2 must be on (up) for this command to function.

Enable video shutdown

View video shutdown

0.5 second is the default. This feature can prevent glitches when the input video signal resolution changes.

X1*

Example:

3*3# 3#

Response

(unit to host)

Amt1 Amt0

X!]

Img0 Img1

X!]

Img

Tst1 Tst2 Tst3

Tst4

X1&]

Rle*0*0 Rle*0*1

# Dly

Dly3

X1*]

] ]

]

] ] ]

]

X1^]

X1*]

]

] ]

Additional description

Silence the audio output of the receiver. The receiver outputs audio. Audio mute status is X!.

Set the receiver to output the color bars test pattern. Set the receiver to output the grayscale test pattern. Set the receiver to output the alternating pixels test

pattern. Set the receiver to output the input video (no test

pattern is selected).

Disable link 2.

Enable link 2 (default setting).

X1*

Mute the output for an interval of Mute the output for 0.75 second. The video shutdown interval is

NOTE: X! = Mute and auto memory status 0 = off 1 = on

X1& = Test pattern

1 = color bars 3 = alternating pixels

0 = none 2 = grayscale

X1( = Rx link 0 = disable 1 = return link enable X1* = Video shutdown interval 0 = 0 sec. (off) 2 = 0.5 sec. 4 = 1 sec. 6 = 1.5 sec.

1 = 0.25 sec. 3 = 0.75 sec. 5 = 1.25 sec.

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Command/response table for SIS commands (continued)

Command ASCII Command

(host to unit)

Response

(unit to host)

Additional description

Information requests

Information request

NOTE: The receiver monitors the primary (transmitter-TX to receiver-Rx) fiber cable. If the PC is connected to the transmitter and the

receiver-Tx-to-transmitter-Rx fiber cable is not connected, for the I and 1S commands, the transmitter reports 1link0 regardless of the status of the primary cable.

Show ﬁrmware version

Example:

Request part number Request part number of

other unit Show link 1 status Show link 2 status Show input video status Show input audio status Show temperature

Q Q

N 1N

1S 2S 3S 4S 20S

X2)

1Lnk

X2#]

]

1.23

60-nnn-nn 60-nnn-nn

X2)] X2)] X2)] X2)] X2$]

•2Lnk

] ]

X2)

•RGB

X2)

X2)•X2!•X2@]

•Aud

The unit responds with the current status (signal detected) of optical link 1, optical link 2, the video input, and the audio link; the ﬁber optic transmission mode (singlemode or multimode); and the device type (Tx or Rx).

The factory-installed ﬁrmware version is 1.23 (sample value only).

See “Part Numbers.” See “Part Numbers.”

Light status on transmitter-Tx-to-receiver-Rx cable. Light status on receiver-Tx-to-transmitter-Rx cable. Show transmitter video input status. Show transmitter audio input status. Show temperature in degrees Fahrenheit and Celsius.

Resets

Reset audio Reset memory presets System reset

}

EZA

}

EZG EZXXX

}

Zpa Zpg Zpx

] ] ]

Reset audio setting to default levels (0 dB gain).

Reset (erase) all memory presets. Reset all settings to factory defaults.

NOTE: X2) = Link or input status 0 = light or signal input not detected

1 = light or signal detected

X2! = Transmission mode SM = singlemode MM = multimode X2@ = Transmitter or receiver Tx = transmitter Rx = receiver X2# = Firmware version v.vv X2$ = Internal temperature nnnF•nnC

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FOX Extenders Control Program

The Extron FOX Extenders Control Program, which communicates with the transmitter and

receiver pair via the Remote RS-232 port of either unit provides an easy way to operate the pair.

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:\Program Files\Extron\FOX_Extenders directory, and it places four icons into a group folder named “Extron Electronics\FOX Extenders.” The four installed icons are:

• Check for FOX Extenders updates

• FOX Extenders

• FOX Extenders Help

• Uninstall FOX Extenders

Starting the Program

Start the Extron FOX Extenders Control program as follows:

1. Click Start > All Programs > Extron Electronics > FOX Extenders Control

Program

The Communication Setup window appears (figure 13).

> FOX Extenders.

Figure 13. Communication Setup Window

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2. Select the Com port to which your transmitter or receiver is connected. Click OK.

The FOX Extenders Control Program window appears (figure 14).

Figure 14. FOX Extenders Control Program Window

NOTE: Only one fiber optic cable, transmitter-Tx-to-receiver-Rx, is required for

serial command transmission. But, if you connect only one fiber optic cable,

there will be reduced control program functionality on the Rx unit. For full

functionality, install both fiber optic cables and leave the FOXBOX receiver in

normal mode (Mode DIP switch 1 down).

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Status area

The status area provides visual indications of the connection status.

• RGB indicator — This indicator is green when

the transmitter detects a sync signal on its video input:

• Horizontal sync (H) (for RGBHV video)

• Composite sync (S) (for RGBS video)

• Green (Sync on green) (G) (for RGsB or RsGsBs video) or YUV

• DVI video

• Audio indicator — This indicator is green when the transmitter detects a low level

audio signal for a short period. This indicator goes dark if the audio signal drops below the minimum threshold for a short period.

• Link 1 indicator — This indicator is green when the receiver detects light on the fiber

optic cable connected to the Tx port.

NOTE: The receiver detects the transmitter-Tx-to-receiver-Rx light. It reports the

status to the transmitter via the optional Rx cable.

If the PC is connected to the transmitter and either the secondary (receiver-

Tx-to-transmitter-Rx) cable is not connected in your system or the receiver is in the daisy chain mode, the Link 1 indicator in the control program does not show green (detected), whether the receiver detects the link or not.

• Link 2 (Optional) indicator — This indicator is green when the transmitter detects

light on the fiber optic cable connected to the Rx port.

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 and either 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.

The Status area also shows to which unit the controlling PC is connected, the FOXBOX

model (multimode or singlemode), the internal temperature, the daisy chain mode, and the video input frequency. The “Other Side” entry is the device connected to the far end of the fiber optic cable.

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 and sizing information saved in

nonvolatile memory. When the FOXBOX 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.

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Mute area

Click the Video Mute radio button, the Audio Mute radio button, or both in the Mute area to turn the video and audio mutes on and off.

NOTES: • When the video output is RGB and the output is muted,

the receiver mutes the red, green, and blue planes, but leaves the sync

plane(s) (horizontal and vertical or composite sync) live so that there is no loss of sync in the display device.

• When you mute or unmute the output, the setting is changed in the receiver.

It reports the changes to the transmitter via the optional receiver-Tx-totransmitter-Rx cable.

If you are connected to the transmitter and either the receiver-Tx-to-

transmitter-Rx cable is not connected in your system or the receiver is in the daisy chain mode, you can still mute the output in the Mute area, but the program cannot report the position values. The Set video (or audio) mute On or Off message is displayed for approximately 1 second (figure 15).

Figure 15. Alternate Mute Area Indication

DDC/EDID Resolution area

The DDC/EDID Resolution area provides drop-down boxes that let you manually set the DDC/EDID resolution and refresh rate.

Video Adjustment area

The Video Adjustment area provides slider controls that let you change

the following video parameters:

• Shift Horizontal (position)

• Shift Vertical (position)

• Horizontal Start

• Pixel Phase

• Total Pixels

NOTES: • When you make changes to the horizontal start, pixel phase, or total pixels

settings, the value is changed in the transmitter.

• If the PC is connected to the receiver and either the receiver-Tx-to-

transmitter-Rx cable is not connected in your system or the receiver is in the daisy chain mode, you cannot change these values using the control program. These slider controls are unavailable.

• When you make horizontal or vertical position changes (shift the image), the

setting is changed in the receiver. It reports the shift values to the transmitter via the optional receiver-Tx-to-transmitter-Rx cable.

If the PC is connected to the transmitter and either the receiver-Tx-to-

transmitter-Rx cable is not connected in your system or the receiver is in the

daisy chain mode, you can still shift the image in the Video Adjustment area,

but the program cannot report the position values.

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Output Configuration area

Sync Format radio buttons — The FOXBOX receiver outputs RGBHV or RGsB video (depending on the input to the transmitter) only. The radio buttons in this area have no effect on the FOXBOX receiver. See the

FOX 500 User Guide or the PowerCage FOX User Guide if you are using one of those products to receive the fiber optic signal, as the video output of those products can be configured.

Output Polarity radio buttons — Click either the Follow input sync or Force sync

to negative

radio button to select the desired video output sync polarity.

NOTE: When you make output configuration changes, the setting is changed in the

receiver. It reports the changes to the transmitter via the optional receiver-Tx-totransmitter-Rx cable.

If the PC is connected to the transmitter and either the receiver-Tx-to-

transmitter-Rx cable is not connected in your system or the receiver is in the daisy chain mode, the program cannot report the output sync format and polarity

position settings in the Video Adjustment area. You can change the output sync

format and polarity, but the program cannot report the changes.

Advanced Configuration area

Executive Mode buttons — The Executive Mode radio buttons have

no effect on the operation of the FOXBOX units.

Auto Memory checkbox — Click the Auto Memory checkbox to automatically apply saved position, horizontal start, total pixels, and pixel phase settings when the sensed input resolution changes.

Auto Image button — Click the Auto Image button to adjust the output settings for the best image, based on the sensed input resolution.

Test Patterns drop box — Select one of three built-in test patterns;

color bars, grayscale, and alternating pixels; as necessary to

help adjust the color, brightness/contrast, and focus of the display. Select Off to output the video input to the transmitter.

NOTE: You must have a video input connected and the transmitter-Tx-to-receiver-Rx

fiber cable connected and the receiver must be in the normal mode for the receiver to output a selected test pattern.

The test pattern turns off if the input signal rate is changed or disconnected or if

power is removed.

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Audio Adjustment area

Audio Gain/Attenuation slider — Click and drag the Audio Gain/

Attenuation

value, from -18 dB to +10 dB in 1.0 dB increments.

NOTE: When you make input gain or attenuation changes, the setting

If the PC is connected to the receiver and either the receiver-Tx-

slider control to select the input audio gain or attenuation

is changed in the transmitter.

to-transmitter-Rx cable is not connected in your system or the receiver is in the daisy chain mode, you cannot change the input value from the Audio Adjustment area.

Audio Output Level radio buttons — Click either the

Consumer Level

(-10 dBV) or Professional Level (+4 dBu) radio button to select the

output audio level.

NOTE: When you make an audio output level change, the setting is changed in the

receiver. It reports the changes to the transmitter via the optional receiver-Tx-totransmitter-Rx cable.

If the PC is connected to the transmitter and either the receiver-Tx-to-

transmitter-Rx cable is not connected in your system or the receiver is in the daisy chain mode, the program cannot report the output audio level in the Audio

Adjustment area. You can change the level, but the program cannot report the

changes. The program shows the Set Consumer (or Set Professional) level message to indicate that the output level command is control only, not an

indication (figure 16). The message is displayed for approximately 1 second.

Figure 16. Alternate Audio Adjustment Area Indication

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Firmware upgrade

Firmware can be upgraded for each unit via the front panel Configuration port on that unit

using the Extron Firmware Loader utility from the FOX Extender Control Program.

NOTES: • When firmware upgrades are available, they are unique to the unit:

• Your PC must be connected directly to the unit for the firmware to be updated.

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 (figure 17).

Figure 17. Location of Firmware Upgrade Files

2. On the Download Center screen (figure 18), click the links for the appropriate firmware

file or files.

• A unique transmitter firmware upgrade for the Tx unit

• A unique receiver firmware upgrade for the Rx unit.

NOTE: There are different files for transmitters (Txs) and receivers (Rxs) and for VGA

and DVI units.

Figure 18. FOXBOX Firmware

3. Complete the Personal Information form (figure 19) and click the Download button.

Figure 19. Personal Information Form

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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 (figure 20).

Folder where firmware is installed

Figure 20. Location of the Firmware File

Loading the firmware to the transmitter and receiver

To load a new version of firmware to your transmitter and receiver, call the Firmware Loader

software from within the FOX Extenders program. The serial port on your computer must

be connected to the Configuration port on the unit that is having its firmware updated (see “Front panel Configuration ports“ for more information.

1. In the FOX Extenders 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 before, on the Add

Device screen (figure 21), select the RS-232 tab. If you have previously updated firmware for this model, click Cancel. The Firmware

Loader window appears. Proceed to step 5.

NOTES: • Although the screen also has a TCP/IP tab, the FOXBOX unit does not

have a LAN port. Do not select the TCP/IP tab.

• Figure 21 shows the default values.

Figure 21. Add Device Screen

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 (figure 22).

Figure 22. Extron Firmware Loader Window

5. Select the FOXBOX unit and click File > Open. The Choose Firmware File screen

appears (figure 23).

Figure 23. 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: \Program Files\Extron\Firmware.

CAUTION: The firmware file must have a .bin extension. Other file types can cause

the unit to stop functioning.

7. In the Firmware Loader window, click Begin (figure 24).

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.

Figure 24. 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 Tx/Rx. Topics that are covered, include:

• Specifications

• Part Numbers

• Mounting the Transmitter and Receiver

Speciﬁcations

NOTES: • The FOXBOX consists of a transmitter (FOXBOX Tx DVI, DVI Plus, VGA, or VGA/YUV) and a receiver

(FOXBOX Rx DVI, DVI Plus, or VGA) with one or two fiber optic cables linking the two units. They are available in

singlemode or multimode versions.

• The FOXBOX Tx DVI Plus transmitter is compatible only with the FOXBOX Rx DVI Plus receiver.

• For the VGA models, the analog RGB input signal is digitized pixel for pixel in the transmitter, sent digitally through

the ber cable, and converted back to analog RGB in the receiver.

• The analog audio signal(s) is (are) digitized in the transmitter, sent through the ﬁber cable, and converted back to

analog audio in the receiver.

• These transceivers are class 1 laser products. They meet the safety regulations of IEC-60825, FDA 21, CFR 1040.10,

and FDA 21 CFR 1040.11.

Optical ﬁber interconnection between transmitter and receiver

Number/type ............................... 1 or 2 ﬁber optic

NOTE: Only one ﬁber is required to transmit video, audio, and unidirectional data. A second ﬁber is required to transmit

return data for bidirectional control/communication.

Connectors Operating distance

NOTE: Operating distance is approximate. These are typical maximum distances that may vary depending on factors such as

Nominal peak wavelength

Data rate ..................................... 4.25 Gbps

Transmission power

................................. 2 LC connectors

Singlemode ...................... 30 km (18.75 miles) with singlemode (SM) cables with a FOXBOX SM

Multimode ....................... 300 m (985') with 62.5 µm multimode (MM) cables with a FOXBOX MM

1 km (3280') with 50 µm multimode (MM) cables with a FOXBOX MM

2 km (6561') with 50 µm 2000 MHz bandwidth laser optimized multimode cable with a FOXBOX MM

ﬁber type, ﬁber bandwidth, connector splicing, losses, modal or chromatic dispersion, environmental factors, and kinks.

........... 850 nm for FOXBOX MM, 1310 nm for FOXBOX SM

Singlemode

Multimode ....................... -5 dBm, typical

...................... -5 dBm, typical

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Maximum receiver sensitivity

Singlemode

Multimode ....................... -12 dBm, typical

Optical loss budget

Singlemode

Multimode ....................... 7 dB, maximum

...................... -18 dBm, typical

...................... 13 dB, maximum

Video — FOXBOX Tx/Rx VGA and FOXBOX Tx VGA/YUV

Signal type

VGA models

VGA/YUV models ............. VGA-UXGA RGBHV, RGBS, component video

Gain ............................................ Unity

Pixel data bit depth ..................... 8 bits per channel, 3 channels (R, G, B; or YUV)

Maximum resolution ................... 1600x1200 or 1080p @ 60 Hz, digitized pixel for pixel; higher resolutions up to 2048x1120,

..................... VGA-UXGA RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB, RsGsBs

undersampled

Video input — FOXBOX Tx VGA and FOXBOX Tx VGA/YUV

Number/signal type

VGA models ..................... 1 VGA-UXGA RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB, RsGsBs

VGA/YUV models ............. 1 VGA-UXGA RGBHV, RGBS, component video (bi- or tri-level YUV, 480p, 576p, 720p, 1080i,

1080p)

Connectors ................................. 1 female 15-pin HD

Nominal level .............................. 1 Vp-p for Y of component video

0.7 Vp-p for RGB and for R-Y and B-Y of component video

Minimum/maximum levels ........... Analog: 0.3 V to 0.75 Vp-p with no offset, terminated

Impedance .................................. 75 ohms

Horizontal frequency ................... 24 kHz to 100 kHz

Vertical frequency ........................ 40 Hz to 120 Hz

Return loss .................................. <-40 dB @ 5 MHz

Video output — FOXBOX Rx VGA

Number/signal type ..................... With input from a FOXBOX Tx VGA or a FOX 500 Tx:

1 VGA-UXGA RGBHV, RGsB (follows input or can be set by user)

With input from a FOXBOX Tx VGA/YUV:

1 VGA-UXGA RGBHV, RGBS, component video (bi- or tri-level YUV, 480p, 576p, 720p, 1080i,

Connectors ................................. 1 female 15-pin HD

Nominal level .............................. 1 Vp-p for Y of component video

Minimum/maximum levels ........... 0.3 V to 0.75 Vp-p, terminated

Impedance .................................. 75 ohms

Return loss .................................. -30 dB @ 5 MHz

DC offset .................................... ±5 mV with input at 0 offset

Video delay ................................. 1-2 frames

1080p)

0.7 Vp-p for RGB and for R-Y and B-Y of component video

Sync — FOXBOX Tx/Rx VGA and FOXBOX Tx VGA/YUV

Input type

VGA model ...................... RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB, RsGsBs

VGA/YUV model ............... RGBHV, RGBS, component video (bi- or tri-level sync)

Output type

VGA model ...................... RGBHV, RGsB (follows input or can be set by user)

VGA/YUV model ............... Output via a FOXBOX Rx VGA or a FOX 500 Rx: RGBHV, component video (bi- or tri-level)

Input level ................................... 2.5 V to 5.0 Vp-p

Output level ................................ TTL: 5.0 Vp-p, unterminated, on HV, for RGBHV, RGBS

0.3 Vp-p for component video (bi-level sync, unterminated) or for Gs (SOG), terminated

0.6 Vp-p for component video (tri-level sync)

Input impedance ......................... 10k ohms

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Output impedance ...................... 75 ohms

Polarity ........................................ Positive or negative (follows input or can be set by user)

Video — FOXBOX Tx/Rx DVI, FOXBOX Tx/Rx DVI Plus

NOTE: *Appropriate DVI-D to HDMI cables or adapters are required for HDMI signal input/output.

The FOXBOX DVI Series and FOXBOX DVI Plus Series can be used to distribute HDMI signals if you use a DVI-to-HDMI adapter. However, when using HDMI signals, these units do not transmit audio and CEC signals. The FOXBOX DVI and FOXBOX DVI Plus do not support transmission of DVI signals with High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP).

Resolution range

DVI models

DVI Plus models ................ Up to 1920x1200 or 1080p @ 60 Hz pixel for pixel

Formats ....................................... RGB and YCbCr digital video

Standards .................................... DVI 1.0, HDMI 1.2

....................... Up to 1600x1200 or 1080p @ 60 Hz pixel for pixel; higher resolutions up to

1920x1200 @ 60 Hz, undersampled

Video input — FOXBOX Tx DVI, FOXBOX Tx DVI Plus

Number/signal type ..................... 1 single link DVI-D (or HDMI*)

Connectors ................................. 1 female DVI-I

Video output — FOXBOX Rx DVI, FOXBOX Rx DVI Plus

Number/signal type ..................... 1 single link DVI-D (or HDMI*)

Connectors ................................. 1 female DVI-I

Nominal level .............................. 0.8 Vp-p

Video delay ................................. 1-2 frames

Audio

Gain

Range ............................... Adjustable, -18 dB to +10 dB

Default ............................. Unbalanced output: 0 dB

Frequency response ..................... 20 Hz to 20 kHz, ±0.5 dB

THD + Noise ................................ 0.10% @ 1 kHz at nominal level

S/N .............................................. >80 dB at maximum output (unweighted)

CMRR ......................................... 65 dB @ 20 Hz to 20 kHz

Audio bits per sample .................. 18 bits per channel, 2 channels (L, R)

Sampling rate .............................. 48 kHz

Audio input — transmitters (Tx units)

Number/signal type ..................... 1 unbalanced stereo or 2 unbalanced mono

Connectors ................................. (1) 3.5 mm mini stereo jack

Impedance .................................. 18k ohms unbalanced, DC coupled

Nominal level .............................. -10 dBV (316 mVrms)

Maximum level ............................ +8.9 dBV, (unbalanced) at 1% THD+N

NOTE: 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms, 0 dBV = 1 Vrms, 0 dBV ≈ 2 dBu

Audio output — receivers (Rx units)

Number/signal type ..................... 1 unbalanced stereo or 2 unbalanced mono

Connectors ................................. (1) 3.5 mm mini stereo jack

Impedance .................................. 50 ohms unbalanced

Nominal level .............................. -10 dBV (316 mVrms)

Maximum level (Hi-Z) ................... +7.6 dBu, unbalanced at 1% THD+N

Maximum level (600 ohm) ........... >+6.3 dBu, unbalanced at 1% THD+N

Audio delay ................................. 1.5 frames

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Control/remote

Serial control ports on each unit (transmitter and receiver)

Baud rate and protocol

Serial control pin conﬁguration .... Mini stereo jack: tip = Tx, ring = Rx, sleeve = GND

Program control .......................... Extron control/conguration program for Windows®

General

External power supply ................. 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, external; to 12 VDC, 1 A, regulated

Power input requirements ........... 12 VDC, 0.6 A

Temperature/humidity ................. Storage: -40 to +158 °F (-40 to +70 °C) / 10% to 90%, noncondensing

Cooling ....................................... Convection, vents on top and side panels

Thermal dissipation, full load

Mounting

Enclosure type ............................. Metal

Enclosure dimensions .................. 1.0” H x 4.3" W x 6.0" D (quarter rack wide)

Product weight ............................ 0.7 lbs (0.3 kg) per unit, 1.4 lbs (0.6 kg) per pair

Shipping weight .......................... 3 lbs (2 kg) per unit, 6 lbs (3 kg) per pair

Vibration ..................................... ISTA 1A in carton (International Safe Transit Association)

Regulatory compliance

MTBF .......................................... 30,000 hours

Control ............................. 1 RS-232, 2.5 mm mini stereo jack (front panel)

Pass-through .................... 1 RS-232, 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 5 pole (3 pins are used) (rear panel)

Control ............................. 9600 baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity

Pass-through .................... 9600 to 115,200 baud

Extron Simple Instruction Set

Operating: +32 to +122 °F (0 to +50 °C) / 10% to 90%, noncondensing

Transmitters

115 VAC, 60 Hz

240 VAC, 50 Hz

Receivers

115 VAC, 60 Hz

240 VAC, 50 Hz

Rack mount ...................... Yes, with optional rack shelf

Furniture mount ............... Yes, with optional under desk mounting kit

Safety ............................... CE, c-UL, FDA Class 1, UL

EMI/EMC .......................... CE, C-tick, FCC Class A, ICES, VCCI

........ DVI model: 7.7 BTU/hr

DVI Plus model: 2.9 BTU/hr VGA model: 7.8 BTU/hr

........ DVI model: 11.0 BTU/hr

DVI Plus model: 4.0 BTU/hr VGA model: 11.4 BTU/hr

........ DVI model: 7.2 BTU/hr

DVI Plus model: 2.7 BTU/hr VGA model: 8.0 BTU/hr

........ DVI model: 10.5 BTU/hr

DVI Plus model: 3.9 BTU/hr VGA model: 10.9 BTU/hr

(2.5 cm H x 10.9 cm W x 15.2 cm D)

(Depth excludes connectors.)

™

(SIS™)

Warranty 3 years parts and labor

NOTE: All nominal levels are at ±10%. NOTE: Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Part Numbers

FOXBOX Tx/Rx Part Numbers

The FOXBOX units are available in singlemode (SM) and multimode (MM) models:

FOX Tx/Rx Enclosure and Boards Part number

FOXBOX Tx VGA SM 60-934-12 FOXBOX Rx VGA SM 60-934-22 FOXBOX Tx VGA/YUV SM 60-1058-12 FOXBOX Tx VGA MM 60-934-11 FOXBOX Rx VGA MM 60-934-21 FOXBOX Tx VGA/YUV MM 60-1058-11

FOXBOX Tx DVI SM 60-935-12 FOXBOX Rx DVI SM 60-935-22 FOXBOX Tx DVI Plus SM 60-1060-12

FOXBOX Rx DVI Plus SM 60-1060-22 FOXBOX Tx DVI MM 60-935-11 FOXBOX Rx DVI MM 60-935-21 FOXBOX Tx DVI Plus MM 60-1060-11 FOXBOX Rx DVI Plus MM 60-1060-21

Included parts

These items are included in each order for a FOXBOX Tx/Rx:

Included parts Part number

IEC power cord

Tweeker (small screwdriver) Setup guide

Captive screw 5-pole connectors (qty. 6) 10-703-12 Extron Software Products DVD

(FOX Extenders Control Program)

9-pin D to 2.5 mm mini jack TRS RS-232 cable (with transmitter only)

(2) 10' LC-LC duplex patch cables (SM or MM, depending on the model)

70-335-01

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Mounting Accessories

Mounting Kit Part Number RSU 126 6-inch deep 1U universal rack shelf kit 60-190-10 RSB 126 6-inch deep 1U basic rack shelf 60-604-11 RSU 129 9.5-inch deep 1U universal rack shelf kit 60-190-01 RSB 129 9.5-inch deep 1U basic rack shelf 60-604-02 MBU 125 under-desk mount kit 70-077-01 MBD 129 through-desk mount kit 70-077-02 PMK 300 projector mount kit 70-374-01 PMK 350 low profile projector mount kit (black, white) 70-563-02, 03

Accessories

These items can be ordered separately:

Accessory Part number DVID SL Pro/6 DVI-D male-to-male, 6' (1.8 m) cable 26-649-06

HDMI M-M Pro/6 HDMI male to male, 6' (1.8 m) HDMI M-DVI-DM/6 HDMI male to DVI-D male, 6' (1.8 m)

BNC cable 26-383-xx

HDMIF-DVIDM HDMI female to DVI-D male adapter 26-616-01 HDMIM-DVIDF HDMI male to DVI-D female adapter 26-617-01

26-650-06 26-614-02

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Mounting the Transmitter and Receiver

CAUTION: Installation and service must be performed by authorized personnel only.

Any of the 1-inch high, quarter-rack width units can be placed on a tabletop, mounted on a rack shelf, or mounted under or through a desk or other furniture. The receiver can be mounted to a projector bracket.

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)

• 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 Tx/Rx unit 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, Africa, and the Middle East:

Extron Europe Hanzeboulevard 10 3825 PH Amersfoort The Netherlands

Asia:

Extron Asia 135 Joo Seng Road, #04-01 PM Industrial Bldg. Singapore 368363

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

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 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 USA - West

Headquarters

+800.633.9876 Inside USA/Canada Only

+1.714.491.1500 +1.714.491.1517 FAX

Extron USA - East

+800.633.9876

Inside USA/Canada Only

+1.919.863.1794 +1.919.863.1797 FAX

Extron Europe

+800.3987.6673

Inside Europe Only

+31.33.453.4040 +31.33.453.4050 FAX

Extron Asia

+800.7339.8766

Inside Asia Only

+65.6383.4400 +65.6383.4664 FAX

Extron Japan

+81.3.3511.7655 +81.3.3511.7656 FAX

Extron China

+400.883.1568

Inside China Only

+86.21.3760.1568 +86.21.3760.1566 FAX

Extron Middle East

+971.4.2991800 +971.4.2991880 FAX