Extron Electronics FOXBOX Tx-Rx DVI Plus User Manual

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

Safety Instructions • English

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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.

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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

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Achtung

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

Bedienungsanleitungen genau durchlesen und verstehen.

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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

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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

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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。

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

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.

FOXBOX Tx/Rx • Introduction 2

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

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).

FOXBOX Tx/Rx • Introduction 4

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

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.

FOXBOX Tx/Rx • Introduction 6

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.

FOXBOX Tx/Rx • Installation and Operation 7

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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Extron Electronics FOXBOX Tx-Rx DVI Plus User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Introduction

About the FOXBOX Tx/Rx Transmitters and Receivers

General System Operation

System Compatibility

Cable Transmission Modes

Features

Installation and Operation

Installation Overview

Mounting the Unit

Transmitter Connections and Indicators