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FCC Class A Notice

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part15 of the FCC rules. The ClassA limits provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference. This interference must be corrected at the expense of the user.

Trademarks

All trademarks mentioned in this guide are the properties of their respective owners.

The following registered trademarks, registered service marks, and trademarks are the property of RGBSystems, Inc. or Extron Electronics:

AVTrac, Cable Cubby, CrossPoint, eBUS, EDID Manager, EDID Minder, Extron, Flat Field, GlobalViewer, Hideaway, Inline, IPIntercom, IPLink, Key Minder, LockIt, MediaLink, PlenumVault, PoleVault, PowerCage, PURE3, Quantum, SoundField, SpeedMount, SpeedSwitch, System INTEGRATOR, TeamWork, TouchLink, V‑Lock, VersaTools, VN‑Matrix, VoiceLift, WallVault, WindoWall, XTP, and XTP Systems

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FDA/IEC 60825-1 Requirements

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

Complies with FDA performance standards for laser products except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No. 5, dated June 24, 2007.

The product is intended to be used with the fiber optic cables fully installed. This product meets the applicable requirements of IEC 60825‑1, Edition 1 (2007). Any service to this product must be carried out by Extron Electronics and its qualified service

personnel.

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accessibility, and related topics, see the “Extron Safety and Regulatory Compliance

Guide” on the Extron website.

FDA/IEC 60825-1 Prérequis

Produit laser de classe1

Conforme aux standards de performance FDA pour les produits laser, sauf pour d’éventuelles modifications, conformément à la «Laser Notice» numéro 5, datant du 24 juin

2007. Le produit est conçu pour être utilisé avec les câbles fibre optique entièrement installés. Ce produit répond aux prérequis applicables de l’IEC 60825‑1, 1ère Édition (2007). Si ce produit a besoin d’un quelconque entretient, celui‑ci doit être fait par

ExtronElectronics et son personnel qualifié.

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Informations de sécurité et de conformité Extron» sur le site internet

d'Extron.

Conventions Used in this Guide

Notifications

The following notifications are used:

WARNING: A warning indicates a situation that has the potential to result in death or

severe injury.

ATTENTION: Attention indicates a situation that may damage or destroy the product or

associated equipment.

NOTE: A note draws attention to important information.

TIP: A tip provides a suggestion to make working with the application easier.

Software Commands

Commands are written in the fonts shown here:

^AR Merge Scene,,Op1 scene 1,1 ^B 51 ^W^C

[01] R 0004 00300 00400 00800 00600 [02] 35 [17] [03]

E X1# *X1** X2%* X2** X2^ CE}

NOTE: For commands and examples of computer or device responses mentioned

in this guide, the character “0” is used for the number zero and “O” represents the capital letter “o.”

Computer responses and directory paths that do not have variables are written in the font shown here:

Reply from 208.132.180.48: bytes=32 times=2ms TTL=32

C:\Program Files\Extron

Variables are written in slanted form as shown here:

ping xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx —t

SOH R Data STX Command ETB ETX

Selectable items, such as menu names, menu options, buttons, tabs, and field names are written in the font shown here:

From the File menu, select New. Click the OK button.

Specifications Availability

Product specification are available on the Extron website, www.extron.com.

Contents

Introduction............................................................ 1

About this Guide About the FOX Matrix Switchers

Fiber Cable Transmission Modes .................... 4

Features ............................................................. 4

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Installation .............................................................. 7

Setup and Installation Checklist .......................... 7

Get Ready Configure the Matrix Switcher Perform Physical Installation Ancillary Operations

Rear Panel Boards, Cabling, and Features .......... 8

I/O Boards Remote Port Ethernet Connection Reset Button and LED

Switch Reference Connections ..................... 15

Power Supply Modules and Indicator

LEDs

Cooling Fan assemblies

Front Panel Conﬁguration Port

...................................................... 7

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Operation .............................................................. 18

Front Panel Controls and Indicators .................. 18

Input and Output Buttons

Control Buttons ............................................ 22

Power Indicators

Button Icons Rear Panel Power Indicators Front Panel Operations

Definitions ..................................................... 25

........................................................... 26

Power

Creating a Configuration

Viewing the Configuration

I/O Grouping

Using Presets ............................................... 37

Muting and Unmuting Outputs

Locking the Front Panel (Executive Mode)..... 41

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Performing a System Reset from

the Front Panel ............................................ 41

Background Illumination................................ 42

Selecting the Rear Panel Remote Port

Protocol and Baud Rate .............................. 42

Reset Operations .............................................. 43

Performing Soft System Resets

(Resets 3, 4, and 5) ..................................... 45

Performing a Hard Reset (Reset 1) ................ 46

Troubleshooting ................................................ 46

Conﬁguration Worksheets................................. 47

Worksheet Example 1: System equipment .... 47

Worksheet Example 2: Daily Configuration .... 48

Worksheet Example 3: Test configuration ..... 49

Programming Guide ........................................... 52

Serial Ports ....................................................... 53

Ethernet (LAN) Port........................................... 54

Default IP addresses ..................................... 54

Establishing a Connection............................. 54

Connection Timeouts ................................... 55

Number of Connections ................................ 55

Using Verbose Mode .................................... 55

Host‑to‑Switcher Instructions ........................... 55

Switcher‑initiated Messages ............................. 56

Switcher Error Responses ................................ 57

Using the Command and Response Tables ...... 57

Command and Response Table for SIS

Commands ................................................. 58

Command and Response Table for IP‑ and

SNMP‑Specific SIS Commands ................... 67

Special Characters ........................................... 70

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Contents vii

Matrix Software ................................................... 71

Matrix Switchers Control Program .................... 71

Software Operation via Ethernet ................... 71

Software Operation via a Serial Port .............. 72

Installing the Software ................................... 72

Using the Matrix Switcher Control

Software ...................................................... 73

Updating the Firmware ................................. 80

Uploading HTML Files ................................... 84

Windows Buttons, Drop Boxes, and Trash Can

Using Emulation Mode .................................. 89

Using the Help System ................................. 90

Button Label Generator Program ...................... 91

Installing the Button Label Generator Software 91 Using the Button Label Generator Software .. 92

HTML Operation ................................................. 93

Opening the Embedded Web Pages ................. 94

Status Tab ........................................................ 95

System Status Page ..................................... 95

Input Link page ............................................. 96

Conﬁguration Tab ............................................. 97

System Settings Page .................................. 97

Passwords Page......................................... 100

Email Settings Page .................................... 101

SNMP Settings Page .................................. 103

Firmware Upgrade Page ............................. 105

File Management Tab ..................................... 106

File Management Page ............................... 106

Control Tab ..................................................... 107

Set and View Ties Page .............................. 107

Maintenance and Modiﬁcations ................... 109

Mounting the Switcher .................................... 109

UL Guidelines ............................................. 109

Mounting Instructions ................................. 110

Battery and Power Precautions ...................... 110

Removing and Installing the I/O Board

or Blank Panel ............................................... 110

Removing the I/O Board or Blank Panel ...... 112

Installing the I/O board or blank panel ......... 112

Removing and Installing the Power Supply

Module .......................................................... 113

Removing the Power Supply Module .......... 113

Installing the Power Supply Module ............ 113

Removing and Installing a Fan Module ............ 114

Removing a Fan Module ............................. 114

Installing a Fan Module ............................... 114

Removing and Installing Button Labels ........... 115

Installing Labels in the Buttons .................... 115

Ethernet Connection ....................................... 117

Ethernet Link .................................................. 117

Ethernet Connection ................................... 117

Default IP Address ...................................... 117

Pinging to Determine the

Extron IP Address ...................................... 118

Pinging to Determine the

Web IP Address .......................................... 118

Configuring the Switcher for Network Use

via the ARP Command .............................. 119

Connecting as a Telnet Client ...................... 120

Telnet Tips .................................................. 120

Subnetting — A Primer ................................... 122

Gateways ................................................... 122

Local and Remote Devices ......................... 122

IP Addresses and Octets ............................ 122

Subnet Masks and Octets .......................... 122

Determining Whether Devices Are

on the Same Subnet .................................. 123

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Contents viii

Introduction

WARNING: Risk of serious physical injury — The FOX matrix switchers ﬁber optic

I/O boards output continuous invisible light, which may be harmful to the eyes. Use with caution.

• Do not look into the ﬁber optic cable connectors or into the ﬁber optic cables

themselves.

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

unplugged.

• About this Guide

• About the FOX Matrix Switchers

• Features

About this Guide

This guide contains installation, configuration, and operating information for the Extron FOX Matrix 3200 Switcher and FOX Matrix 7200 Switcher. These customizable matrix switchers support up to 32 (FOX Matrix 3200) or 72 (FOX Matrix 7200) inputs and outputs.

NOTE: In this guide, “FOX matrix switcher” and “switcher” refer to either switcher model

unless otherwise specified.

About the FOX Matrix Switchers

The FOX matrix switchers (see figure 1 on the next page) distribute optical and electronic input signals to one or more optical and electronic outputs. The matrix switchers can route multiple input/output configurations simultaneously. The switchers are configurable, assembled from individual input/output (I/O) boards, each of which supports 8 inputs by 8 outputs in a combination of the following types of board:

• Singlemode and multimode fiber optic I/O 88 reclocking boards — These

non‑pathologically‑compliant fiber optic boards route signals that are compatible with all Extron FOX 500, FOXBOX, FOX II, and PowerCage FOX fiber optic product lines.

• FOX 3G I/O 88 SM P board — This pathologically‑compliant fiber optic board passes

digital signals in broadcasting applications, while addressing the compatibility issues of passing pathological signals generated from 3G‑SDI, HD‑SDI, and SDI signals over fiber optic systems.

• BNC 3G/HD/SD-SDI 88 I/O board — This pathologically‑compliant board supports

and passes 3G‑SDI, HD‑SDI, and SD‑SDI signals in their native (electronic) format.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Introduction 1

ANAHEIM, CA

RESET

REMOTE

RS-232/RS-422

LAN

BI-LEVEL

TRI-LEVEL

ACT LINK

100-240V 50/60Hz 1.2A MAX.

REDUNDANT

PRIMARY

DISCONNECT BOTH POWER

CORDS BEFORE SERVICING

SWITCH

REFERENCE

PRIMARY POWER SUPPLY

REDUNDANT POWER SUPPLY

1 - 8

9 - 16

17 - 24

25 - 32

OUT

OUTINOUT

OUT

OUTINOUT

OUT

MUTI-RATE SDI INPUTS

MUTI-RATE SDI OUTPUTS

MUTI-RATE SDI INPUTS

MUTI-RATE SDI OUTPUTS

12V

0.3A MAX

FOX HDSDI

HD/SDI IN

POWER

BUFFERED OUTPUTS

MODE

OPTICAL

RxTx

12V

0.3A MAX

FOX HDSDI

HD/SDI IN

POWER

BUFFERED OUTPUTS

MODE

OPTICAL

RxTx

12V

0.3A MAX

FOX HDSDI

HD/SDI IN

POWER

BUFFERED OUTPUTS

MODE

OPTICAL

RxTx

12V

0.3A MAX

FOX HDSDI

HD/SDI IN

POWER

BUFFERED OUTPUTS

MODE

OPTICAL

RxTx

POWER

PHONES

INPUT

MIXING

EXT

1-4

IMX

5-8REC

REC

CH1

5 CH2 6

UNITY VARIABLE

CH3

7 CH4 8 CUE

CUE

MONITOR

PREVIEW AUTO EDIT

DMC EDIT DELETE

REVIEW

LIST GOOD SHOT MARK TRIM

CH1

CH2 6CH3 7CH4

REC

REMOTE

EJECT

1(9P) 2(50P) RS-232C

MPEG IMXDigital BETACAMHDCAM

HDCAM

High Deﬁnition Video System

MEMORY

REC/ ERASE

AUDIO

ENTRY

PREROLL

REW

REC

PLAY

EDIT

F FWD

STANDBY

STOP

ININOUT

OUT

REC INHI

JOG

SHUT

VAR

F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6

JOG

HOME

SHUTTLE/VAR

DISPLAY FULL/FINE

CHANNEL CONDITION

ASSEMBLE INSERT

VIDEO CH1 CH2 CH3 CH3 CUE

RESET

00:00:00:00

KEY INHI

ALARM

PUSH/ SHIFT

MULTI

CONTROL

PLAYER

RECORDER

HD SDI HD SDI HD SDI HD SDI

db db db db

db 0

POWER

PHONES

INPUT

MIXING

EXT

1-4

IMX

5-8REC

REC

CH1

5 CH2 6

UNITY VARIABLE

CH3

7 CH4 8 CUE

CUE

MONITOR

PREVIEW AUTO EDIT

DMC EDIT DELETE

REVIEW

LIST GOOD SHOT MARK TRIM

CH1

5 CH2 6 CH3 7 CH4 8

REC

REMOTE

EJECT

1(9P) 2(50P) RS-232C

MPEG IMXDigital BETACAMHDCAM

HDCAM

High Deﬁnition Video System

MEMORY

REC/ ERASE

AUDIO

ENTRY

PREROLL

REW

REC

PLAY

EDIT

F FWD

STANDBY

STOP

ININOUT

OUT

REC INHI

JOG

F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6

JOG

HOME

SHUTTLE/VAR

DISPLAY FULL/FINE

CHANNEL CONDITION

ASSEMBLE INSERT

VIDEO CH1 CH2 CH3 CH3 CUE

RESET

00:00:00:00

KEY INHI

ALARM

PUSH/ SHIFT

MULTI CONTROL

PLAYER

RECORDER

HD SDI HD SDI HD SDI HD SDI

db db db db

db 0

NICA

TIO

FOX 3G HD-SDI

Multimode

HD Camera

HD-SDI Monitor

HD Monitor

HD-SDI Source

Control

FOX 3G HD-SDI

Multimode

FOX 3G HD-SDI

Singlemode

FOX Matrix 3200

FOX 3G HD-SDI

Singlemode

NOTE: All FOX 3G HD-SDI units are set

to bidirectional transceiver mode.

Singlemode

Multimode

SDI/HD-SDI

Multimode I/O Board

HD-SDI/HD-SDI/SDI I/O Board

Singlemode or FOX 3G I/O 1616 SM P I/O Board

Figure 1. Typical FOX Matrix 3200 Application

NOTE: The non‑pathologically‑compliant multimode and singlemode fiber optic I/O

boards are physically and functionally identical, with the exception of the effective range of transmission. In this guide, any reference to fiber optic transmission applies to either transmission mode unless otherwise specified. The pathologically‑compliant fiber optic I/O board is identified separately where appropriate.

8‑output matrix to a 32‑input by 32‑output matrix.

by 8‑output matrix to a 72‑input by 72‑output matrix.

By adding or removing I/O boards, the FOX matrix switcher is expandable and contractable within the following ranges:

• FOX Matrix 3200 — Includes up to four I/O boards. It is expandable from an 8‑input by

• FOX Matrix 7200 — Includes up to nine I/O boards. It is expandable from an 8‑input

The Extron proprietary fiber optic signal, generated by FOX 500, FOXBOX, PowerCage FOX, and FOX II transmitters, can include video, stereo audio, and transmitter‑to‑receiver RS‑232 serial communications. The video component of the signal can be of a variety of formats,

depending on the transmitter and receiver:

• RGB video • Digital Visual Interface (DVI) video

• 3G‑SDI, HD‑SDI, or SDI video • Low resolution (composite video or S‑video)

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Introduction 2

NOTES:

• Compatible optical signals are digital signals from 270 Mbs through 4.25 Gbps,

sent and received via ﬁber optic small form factor pluggable (SFP) modules. The FOX matrix switchers support all compatible optical signals, whether transmitted or received by an Extron FOX system component or not.

• The Extron FOX transmitter‑to receiver communications, including the serial link,

occupy one matrix switcher input and output. This matrix switcher also supports the Extron FOX return (receiver‑to‑transmitter) serial communications, but returning this signal stream to the transmitter uses a separate matrix switcher input and output.

The switchers input and output the optical signals that they route on fiber optic transceiver modules and the 3G‑SDI, HD‑SDI, and SDI video signals on BNC connectors.

The switcher has two 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50‑60 Hz, 175‑watt power supplies that provide worldwide power compatibility and reliability.

The matrix switcher is a single box solution to complex fiber optic and broadcast signal routing applications. Each input and output is individually isolated and buffered. Any input can be switched to any one output or all outputs with virtually no crosstalk or signal noise between channels.

The matrix switcher can be remotely controlled using either the Extron Matrix Switchers Control Program or the Simple Instruction Set (SIS). Control is available via:

• A rear panel Remote RS‑232/RS‑422 port

• A rear panel LAN port

• A front panel RS‑232 serial Config (configuration) port

The SIS is a set of basic ASCII code commands that provide simple control through a control system or PC without the need to enter long strings of code. SIS commands can be entered via any of the ports listed above.

The switcher can be operated remotely by any of the following connected to a serial port or LAN port:

• A control system

• A PC computer

• An Extron MKP 2000 or remote control panel

• An Extron MKP 3000 remote control panel

• (RS-232 or RS-422 only) An Extron MCP 1000 remote control panel, an MKP 1000

remote keypad, or both

The matrix switcher is housed in a rack‑mountable, metal enclosure with mounting flanges for standard 19‑inch racks. The sizes are as follows:

• FOX Matrix 7200 — 8U high

• FOX Matrix 3200 — 4U high

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Introduction 3

Features

Fiber Cable Transmission Modes

Two versions of non‑pathologically‑compliant FOX matrix switcher fiber optic I/O board are documented in this guide. They are categorized by the type of fiber optic cable, multimode or singlemode, which defines the effective range of transmission:

• Multimode — Long distance, up to 300 m (985 feet)

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

NOTES:

• All transceiver modules on a ﬁber optic I/O board, as delivered from Extron, are

conﬁgured the same; either all multimode or all singlemode.

• You can mix multimode and singlemode ﬁber optic I/O boards in a FOX matrix

switcher, but you must ensure that you connect the proper transmission mode ﬁber cables to the board.

Fiber optic inputs and outputs — With fiber optic I/O boards, the switchers input and output fiber optic signals on SFP optical connectors. The fiber optic I/O boards support digital signals from 270 Mbs through 4.25 Gbps.

SDI, HD-SDI, or 3G-SDI inputs and outputs — With SDI/HD‑SDI I/O boards, the switchers input and output SDI and HD‑SDI signals on BNC connectors. The SDI/HD‑SDI I/O boards support multi‑rate SDI at rates up to 2.97 Gbps, and comply with SMPTE 259M‑C, 292M, 424M, and ITU digital video standards.

Cross-format compatibility —

• An input on an SDI/HD‑SDI I/O board can be tied to an output on a fiber optic I/O

board.

• An input on a fiber optic I/O board can be tied to an output on an SDI/HD‑SDI I/O

board.

Switching flexibility — The switcher provides individually buffered, independent matrix switched outputs.

• Tie any input to any or all outputs.

• Quick multiple tie — Multiple inputs can be switched to multiple outputs

simultaneously. This allows all displays (outputs) to change from source to source at the same time.

Input link detection — In critical environments or unmanned, remote locations, it may be vital to know that sources are active and switching. The switcher confirms that input sources are active by detecting light. Link detection provides instantaneous feedback via the serial ports or LAN port of the switcher. The input information can be displayed on any control system or in a Windows‑based control program on a local‑area network (LAN) or Internet (IP) connection.

Rooming — The switcher can be programmed to group multiple outputs to specific “rooms”, allowing them to have their own presets.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Introduction 4

Operational reliability — The FOX matrix switcher can support round‑the‑clock operation

Supply

in mission‑critical applications, using a combination of hot‑swappable components and redundant power supplies.

• Field upgradable, hot-swappable modular design — You can repair, upgrade,

reconfigure, or expand the matrix by simply installing a new I/O board or replacing a board of one type with one of another. Hot‑swappable components let you replace any I/O board at any time without powering down the switcher.

• Power redundancy — The built‑in redundancy ensures zero downtime and no loss of

functionality through all but catastrophic power failure.

• Two AC power inputs — The switcher can remain powered through any power

interruption short of a simultaneous loss of power on both power sources.

• Primary and redundant, hot-swappable power supplies — The hot‑

swappable, externally mounted redundant power supply is configured to automatically take over the load from the primary supply in the case of a failure.

The complete power circuit, from the plug, through the power supply, to the insertion of the power onto the power distribution plane, is separate and redundant (see figure 2). If the installation includes uninterruptible or completely separate power sources, the switcher remains powered up through any power interruption except a simultaneous loss of power on both power sources.

wer

Primary

Power

Figure 2. Redundant Power Supply Backs up Primary

Redundant

Power

Powe

The hot‑swappable redundant power supply means no downtime for the switcher and no loss of functionality should one power supply fail. Should a primary power supply fail, the redundant power supply immediately assumes the load of the failed primary supply. A failed power supply is easily replaceable from the rear at any time without powering down the matrix and with no tools required.

• Ease of maintenance — A failed power supply can be easily replaceable from the

rear at any time without powering down the matrix, and with no tools required.

• Power supply status LEDs — Front panel and rear panel LEDs indicate the status

of the primary and redundant power supplies.

• Hot-swappable fans — The hot‑swappable, externally mounted fans allow quick

replacement to avert overheating in the case of a failure. Fans can be replaced without powering down the switcher.

• Operational flexibility — Operations such as input/output selection and setting of

presets can be performed using a variety of local and remote control mechanisms:

• Front panel controller

• Windows‑based Matrix Switchers Control Program

• Simple Instruction Set (SIS)

• Remote control panels and keypads

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Introduction 5

SNMP support for remote monitoring — Supports the Simple Network Management

Protocol (SNMP) internet‑standard protocol, allowing IT personnel to manage devices on the IP network.

Laser controls — Non‑pathologically‑compliant fiber optic boards can be set, via SIS commands, to individually or globally disable the output laser drivers so that a driver does not output light. They can also be set, individually or globally, to automatic so that a driver turns on when a tie is made involving that driver or turns off when no tie is made.

Upgradeable firmware — The firmware that controls all switcher operation can be upgraded in the field via RS‑232/RS‑422 or Ethernet, without taking the switcher out of service. Firmware upgrades are available for download at www.extron.com, and can be installed using the Windows‑based control program or the built‑in HTML pages.

Labeling — The Button Label Generator software, available at www.extron.com, lets you create labels to place in the front panel I/O buttons, with names, alphanumeric characters, or color bitmaps for easy and intuitive input and output selection.

Global memory presets — 32 (FOX Matrix 3200) or 64 (FOX Matrix 7200) global memory presets are a time‑saving feature that lets you set up and store input/output configurations in advance. You can then recall those configurations, when needed, with a few simple steps. The presets are available via front panel operation or serial port or Ethernet control.

Rack mounting — Rack mountable in any conventional 19‑inch wide rack. Front panel security lockout modes (Executive mode) — If a matrix switcher is

installed in an open area, where operation by unauthorized personnel may be a problem, a security lockout mode can be implemented. When the front panel is locked, a special button combination or SIS command is required to unlock the front panel controller and make the front panel fully operational.

I/O grouping — Allows the matrix to be virtually divided into smaller subswitchers, making installation and control easier. I/O grouping limits the selection of inputs and outputs to members of the same group. I/O grouping allows specific outputs, such as those designated for a specific purpose, to be grouped together.

Video genlock (SDI / HD-SDI inputs only) — Allows for vertical interval switching and enables smooth, seamless transitions when switching between synchronous video sources. Separate bi‑level (SDI) and tri‑level (HD‑SDI) references are provided on two separate BNC connectors.

Permanent, rechargeable battery — The matrix switcher has a rechargeable lithium battery to track time of day when power is disconnected.

WARNING: Explosion hazard — Service note to Extron personnel: There is a

danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace it only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions of the manufacturer.

ATTENTION: Non‑Extron personnel must not attempt to remove the battery. Doing so

will void the warranty.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Introduction 6

Installation

This section details the installation and configuration of the FOX Matrix Switchers, including:

• Setup and Installation Checklist

• Rear Panel Boards, Cabling, and Features

• Front Panel Configuration Port

Setup and Installation Checklist

Get Ready

 Familiarize yourself with the FOX matrix switcher.  Obtain IP setting information for the matrix switcher from the local network

administrator. Read the Ethernet Connection section, beginning on page 117.

Configure the Matrix Switcher

 Install the desired I/O boards (page 110).

Perform Physical Installation

 If desired, install the switcher in a rack (see Mounting the Switcher on page 109).  If desired, create (Page 92) and replace (Page 115) button labels.  Cable input and output devices to the I/O boards (page 11).  If desired, connect computers or control systems to any of the remote control ports on

the switcher (two serial ports [page 13 and page 17] and a LAN port [page 13]).

 Connect power (page 16).  Test the switcher by creating a tie (page 27).

Ancillary Operations

 Install the Matrix Switchers Control Program (page 72).

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Installation 7

Rear Panel Boards, Cabling, and Features

NOTE: Figure 3 shows a FOX Matrix 3200. Figure 4, on the next page, shows a

FOX Matrix 7200. The two models have similar features, but are in different‑sized enclosures and the features are arranged differently. The FOX Matrix 7200 has two fan assemblies.

OUT

1 - 8

ANAHEIM, CA

REMOTE

RS-232/RS-422

LAN

LINK ACT

4 8 83

OUT

9 - 16

OUT

17 - 24

25 - 32

100-240V 50/60Hz 1.2A MAX.

RESET

BI-LEVEL

DISCONNECT BOTH POWER

CORDS BEFORE SERVICING

TRI-LEVEL

SWITCH

100-240V 50/60Hz 1.2A MAX.

REFERENCE

6 7

OUT

REDUNDANT

PRIMARY

MUTI-RATE SDI INPUTS

OUT

Figure 3. FOX Matrix 3200 Fiber Optic Matrix Switcher Rear Panel

ATTENTION:

• Use electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions (be electrically grounded) when you

make connections. ESD is damaging, even if you cannot feel, see, or hear it.

• Remove system power before making all connections

PRIMARY POWER SUPPLY

OUT

MUTI-RATE SDI OUTPUTS

REDUNDANT POWER SUPPLY

OUT

a Fiber optic boards with connectors and LEDs (see page 11) b 3G-SDI, HD-SDI, and SDI boards with connectors and LEDs (see page 12) c Remote RS-232 / RS-422 port (see page 13) d Ethernet connection (LAN connector) (see page 13) e Reset button (see page 14) f Switch Reference connectors (see page 15) g Power connectors (see page 16) h Power supply modules and indicator LEDs (see page 16) i Cooling fan assembly (see

Removing and Installing a Fan Module

on page 114)

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Installation 8

9 1

OUT

MUTI-RATE SDI OUTPUTS

OUT

REMOTE

RS232/RS422

REDUNDANT POWER SUPPLY

OUT

LAN

ACT

OUT

SWITCH REFERENCE

RESET

LINK

BI-LEVEL TRI-LEVEL

FAN ASSIMBLY

ANAHEIM, CA

OUT

1 - 8

OUT

9 - 16

OUT

17 - 24

OUT

25 - 32

OUT

33 - 40

OUT

41 - 48

OUT

49 - 56

57 - 64

65 - 72

DISCONNECT BOTH POWER CORDS BEFORE SERVICING

REDUNDANT

100-240V

50/60Hz

1.2A MAX.

PRIMARY

100-240V

50/60Hz

1.2A MAX.

OUT

MUTI-RATE SDI INPUTS

OUT

PRIMARY POWER SUPPLY

OUT

8 3 4 5 8

Figure 4. FOX Matrix 7200 Fiber Optic Matrix Switcher Rear Panel

Removing and Installing a Fan Module

on page 114)

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Installation 9

I/O Boards

Location

Input

Location H

Location A

Output and Input

As shown in figure 5, each I/O board is identified by the input and output numbers supported by the board position, which are printed on the side of each fan module (1 ‑ 8, 9 ‑ 16, and so on). The transceiver modules on fiber optic I/O boards are identified as A through H.

I#1

O#1

OUT

1 - 8

ANAHEIM, CA

OUT

9 - 16

O#9

17 - 24

I#9

25 - 32

100-240V 50/60Hz 1.2A MAX.

I#26

I#25

2a 2a

Figure 5. Arrangement of Inputs and Outputs on the I/O Boards

NOTE: The output on the transceiver module is to the left of the input.

Slot Inputs and Outputs Slot Inputs and Outputs

1 1 through 8 5* 33 through 40 2 9 through 16 6* 41 through 48 3 17 through 24 7* 49 through 56 4 25 through 32 8* 57 through 64

* FOX Matrix 7200 only Locations A through H correspond to the input and output numbers identified by the board

position numbers. For example, the input and output numbers supported by the I/O board in location 9 ‑ 16 (slot 2) are as follows: A = 9, B = 10, C = 11, D = 12, E = 13, F = 14, G = 15, and H = 16.

On the fiber optic I/O boards, locations A through H correspond to the transceiver modules, each of which includes an input and an output. Therefore, locations A through H are numbered from left to right.

On the SDI/HD‑SDI I/O boards, inputs and outputs are grouped separately, with inputs A through H on the left and outputs A through H on the right.

I#2

O#2

OUT

1a 1b 1a 1b

OUT

1a 1b 1a 1b

O#10

I#10

MUTI-RATE SDI INPUTS

I#28

I#27

O#3

O#11

I#29

I#3

OUT

I#11

PRIMARY POWER SUPPLY

I#30

I#31

Location H

Input

O#4

O#12

I#32

I#4

OUT

I#12

I#5

O#5

O#13

Location A

Output

OUT

O#26

O#25

O#6

OUT

O#14

I#13

MUTI-RATE SDI OUTPUTS

O#28

O#27

2b 2b

9* 65 through 72

I#6

O#7

O#15

I#14

REDUNDANT POWER SUPPLY

O#30

O#29

I#7

OUT

I#15

O#8

O#16

OUT

I#8

I#16

Output and Input

Slot 1

(1-8)

Slot 2

(9-16)

Slot 3

No board

installed

Slot 4

(25-32)

O#32

O#31

Location H

Output

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Installation 10

Fiber optic boards

Extron

Fiber Opti

Receiver

RxTx

OUT

1a 1a 1a 1a1a 1a 1a 1a

OUT

1b 1b 1b 1b 1b 1b 1b 1b

Figure 6. Fiber Optic Board

a Fiber optic board, connectors (see figure 3 on page 8 and figure 4 on page 9) —

WARNING: Risk of serious physical injury — The FOX matrix switchers ﬁber optic

I/O boards output continuous invisible light, which may be harmful to the eyes; use with caution.

• Do not look into the fiber optic cable connectors or into the fiber optic cables.

• 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 I/O board. Typically, singlemode

ﬁber has a yellow jacket and multimode cable has an orange or aqua jacket.

• Unlike most Extron transmitters and receivers, which output an optical stream on one

connector in a block and receive a return optical stream on the second connector in the same block, the FOX matrix switchers uses one connector on the block as an input and the second connector on the same block as a separate output.

• All transceiver modules on a ﬁber optic I/O board, as

delivered from Extron, are conﬁgured the same: either all multimode or all singlemode.

• You can mix multimode and singlemode ﬁber optic I/O

boards in a FOX matrix switcher, but you must ensure that you connect the proper transmission mode ﬁber cables to the board.

Fiber Optic Transmitter

LINK

Rx is optional connection

Ä Input connector and LED — For all one‑way

video, audio, and serial communications output by a transmitter, connect a fiber optic cable to the Input LC connector (see figure 7).

Connect the free end of this fiber optic cable to the Optical Tx LC connector on a FOXBOX Tx transmitter or to any other compatible fiber optic device.

Input LED — See Fiber optic I/O board LED

indications on the next page.

NOTES:

• For a FOX 500 transmitter, connect this fiber

optic cable to the Optical 1 LC connector.

• Alternatively, for the serial return, (receiver‑to‑

transmitter) function, connect the far end of the cable to the Optical 2 connector on a receiver.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Installation 11

OUT

1b 1a

FOX

Matrix

Switcher

Tx is optional connection

Extron

RxTx

LINK

OPTICAL

Figure 7. Optical

Connections

LINK

Å Output connector — For all one‑way video, audio, and serial communications

OUT

output to a receiver, connect a fiber optic cable to the Output LC connector (see

figure 7, on the previous page).

Connect the far end of this fiber optic cable to the Optical Rx connector on a FOXBOX Rx receiver or to any other compatible fiber optic device.

NOTES:

• For a FOX 500 receiver, connect this fiber optic cable to the Optical 1 LC

connector.

• Alternatively, for the serial return, (receiver‑to‑transmitter) function,

connect the far end to the Optical RX or Optical 2 connector on a transmitter.

Output LED — See “Fiber optic I/O board LED indications,“ below.

Fiber optic I/O board LED indications

On the fiber optic I/O boards, the input and output LEDs on the transceivers provide useful indications of the status of the lasers and the reclocking function. See the table below.

Output LED

Definition

indication

Reclocked at 4.25 Gbps On On Reclocked at 4.25 Gbps Not reclocked, laser off, or

Off Off Not reclocked or no signal

no signal Non‑4G signal present or

Fast blink Fast blink Non‑4G signal present or

not reclocked

Input LED indication Definition

not reclocked

NOTE: If the reclocking feature is set to bypass mode, the output LED is always on.

3G/HD/SD-SDI boards

2a 2a 2a 2a2a 2a 2a 2a

MUTI-RATE SDI INPUTS

2b 2b 2b 2b2b 2b 2b 2b

MUTI-RATE SDI OUTPUTS

Figure 8. 3G/HD/SD-SDI Board

b BNC board with connectors (see figure 3 on page 8 and figure 4 on page 9) —

Ç Multi-rate SDI Input connectors — Connect HD‑SDI, SDI, or 3G‑SDI video

inputs to these BNC connectors.

É Multi-rate SDI Output connectors — Connect digital displays to these BNC

connectors.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Installation 12

Remote Port

RS-232FunctionPin Function

—

Not used

—

ansmit data (–)

ansmit data (+)

Not used

RS-422

REMOTE

Link

LED

Activity

LED

c Remote RS-232/RS-422 connector (see figure 3 on page 8 and figure 4 on

page 9) — Connect a host device, such as a computer or touch panel control, to the switcher via this 9‑pin D connector for serial RS‑232 or RS‑422 control (see figure 9).

—

RS-232/RS-422

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

—

Gnd

— — —

Not used Transmit data Receive data Not used Signal ground Not used Not used Not used

Figure 9. Remote RS-232/RS-422 Connector

See Programming Guide on page 52 for definitions of the SIS commands (serial commands to control the switcher via this connector) and Matrix Software on page 71 for details on how to install and use the control software.

NOTE: The switcher can support either the RS‑232 or the RS‑422 serial

communication protocol, and can operate at 9600, 19200, 38400, or 115200 baud rates.

See the Command and Response Table for IP- and SNMP-Specific SIS

Commands on page 68 to configure this port under SIS control.

—

Not used

Tx–

Tr Receive data (–)

Rx–

Not used

—

Signal ground

Gnd

Not used

—

Receive data (+)

Rx+

Tx+

If desired, connect an MKP 2000 or MKP 3000 remote control panel to the Remote RS‑232/RS‑422 connector. See the MKP 2000 Remote Control Panel User Guide or the MKP 3000 User Guide for details.

Ethernet Connection

d LAN port (see figure 3 and figure 4) — For IP control of the system, connect the

Cabling

It is vital that your Ethernet cables be the correct cable type and that they be properly terminated with the correct pinout. Ethernet links use Category (CAT) 3, 5e, or CAT 6, unshielded twisted pair (UTP) or shielded twisted pair (STP) cables, terminated with RJ‑45 connectors. Ethernet cables are limited to a length of 328 feet (100 meters).

matrix switcher to a PC or to an Ethernet LAN via this RJ‑45 connector. You can use a PC to control the networked switcher with SIS commands from anywhere in the world. You can also control the switcher from a PC that is running the Extron Matrix Switchers Control Program or has downloaded HTML pages from the switcher.

Link LED indicator — The green (link) LED indicates that the switcher is properly connected to an Ethernet LAN. This LED should light steadily.

Act LED indicator — The yellow (activity) LED indicates transmission of data packets on the RJ‑45 connector. This LED should flicker as the switcher communicates.

NOTES:

• Do not use standard telephone cables. Telephone cables do not support Ethernet

or Fast Ethernet.

• Do not stretch or bend cables. Transmission errors can occur.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Installation 13

The cable used depends on your network speed. The switcher supports both

reversed) is a "crossover" cable.

no pin/pair assignments are swapped.

Inser

Pins:

Crossover Cable Straight-through Cable

10 Mbps (10Base-T — Ethernet) and 100 Mbps (100Base-T — Fast Ethernet), half-duplex and full-duplex Ethernet connections.

• 10Base-T Ethernet requires CAT 3 UTP or STP cable at minimum.

• 100Base-T Fast Ethernet requires CAT 5e UTP or STP cable at minimum.

RJ-45 connector wiring

The Ethernet cable can be terminated as a straight-through cable or a crossover cable and must be properly terminated for your application (see figure 10).

• Crossover cable — Direct connection between the computer and the

FOX matrix switcher

• Patch (straight) cable — Connection of the FOX matrix switcher to an Ethernet LAN

12345678

t Twisted

Pair Wires

RJ-45

Connector

A cable that is wired as T568A at one end and T568B at the other (Tx and Rx pairs

End 1 End 2 End 1 End 2

Wire color

White-green

Green

White-orange

Blue

White-blue

Orange

White-brown

Brown

T568A T568B

Wire color

White-orange

Orange

White-green

Blue

White-blue

Green

White-brown

Brown

Wire color

White-orange

White-green

Blue

White-blue

White-brown

Brown

A cable that is wired the same at both ends is called a "straight-through" cable, because

Wire color

White-orange

OrangeOrange

White-green

Blue

White-blue

GreenGreen

White-brown

Brown

T568BT568B

Figure 10. RJ-45 Connector and Pinout Tables

Reset Button and LED

e Reset button (see figure 3 on page 8 and figure 4 on page 9) —

The recessed Reset button initiates four levels of matrix switcher reset. For four different reset levels, press and hold the button while the switcher is running or while you power up the switcher (see Reset Operations on page 43 for details).

• Events (mode 3) reset — Toggles events monitoring on and off.

• IP settings (mode 4) reset — Reset the IP functions of the switcher.

RESET

• Absolute (mode 5) reset — Restore the switcher to the default factory conditions.

• Hard reset — Restore the switcher to the default factory conditions and return the

switcher to the default firmware that shipped with the unit.

NOTE: The IP settings reset does not replace any user-installed firmware.

NOTES:

• Factory loaded ﬁrmware is active until it is replaced or the power is cycled.

• Hard reset does not clear the current conﬁguration.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Installation 14

Switch Reference Connections

Matrix Switcher

Extron

f Switch Reference connectors for bi-level and tri-level sync (see figure 3 on

page 8 and figure 4 on page 9) — (SDI / HD-SDI inputs and outputs only) Connect an external sync signal to this BNC connector to genlock the video signal in broadcast or other sync‑critical applications.

The switcher makes ties to inputs on SDI/HD‑SDI I/O boards during the vertical interval period of the tied video, resulting in glitch‑free video switching when the input devices are also using the same sync timing. The FOX Matrix Switcher can use an external signal to synchronize switching during the vertical interval. Without this external sync locking feature, switching between inputs could result in brief video or picture rolling (sync loss) or a brief change in the picture size.

Figure 11 shows a basic external sync configuration. The Bi‑level or Tri‑level sync connector receives the timing signal. A tee connector attached to the cable allows the signal to be passed on to another video device, if required. Terminate the tee connector if desired.

BBG 6 A

BLACK BURST/COLOR BAR /AUDIO GENERATOR

POWER

1 KHZ AUDIO

12V

0.5A MAX

+4dBu

-10dBV

NTSC

1 2 3

BLACKBURST/

PAL

COLORBAR

432

BLACKBURST

Tee-connector

Terminate cable or connect to another device.

Connect to FOX Matrix 3200.

Black Burst, Color Bars, and Audio Generator

OUT

17 - 24

25 - 32

100-240V 50/60Hz 1.2A MAX.

RESET

REMOTE

RS-232/RS-422

BI-LEVEL

TRI-LEVEL

SWITCH

REFERENCE

DISCONNECT BOTH POWER

CORDS BEFORE SERVICING

100-240V 50/60Hz 1.2A MAX.

LAN

ACT LINK

Extron FOX Matrix 3200

REDUNDANT

PRIMARY

Figure 11. Simple FOX Matrix Switcher External Sync Connection Example

Figure 12 on the next page shows another configuration, in which the timing source

passes through three video cameras and a video scan converter before connecting to the switcher. This type of video camera is capable of synchronizing with the external timing source for video editing applications.

NOTE: The Switch Reference connectors are tied into the I/O grouping feature of

the switcher:

• Ties to any input in I/O group 1 use the tri‑level sync reference.

• Ties to any output in I/O group 2 use the bi‑level sync reference.

See I/O grouping on page 33 to assign sync‑critical inputs and outputs to the appropriate I/O groups.

If no external sync timing source is connected to the switcher, switching occurs immediately.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Installation 15

Extr

BBG 6

Blac A

Video Camera

kburst/Color Bars/

udio Generator

Extron FOX Matrix 3200

Matrix Switcher

DISTRIBUTION AMPLIFIER

SDI/HD-SDI Monitor

ANAHEIM, CA

REMOTE

RS-232/RS-422

LAN

ACT LINK

Extron VSC 900D

VGA Input

Computer-to-Video Scan Converter (SDI only)

RS-232

/422 G E

OUT N L O

C K

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

B/B-Y H/H-Y

G/Y

O U

R/R-Y

T P

V V

U T S

H /HV

/B-Y

/HV G /Y

/B-Y R /R-Y

UT O

T U O

T OU

OUT

UT O

IN UT O

OUT

1 - 8

OUT

9 - 16

OUT

PRIMARY POWER SUPPLY

17 - 24

OUT

A MAX.

25 - 32

REDUNDANT

100-240V 50/60Hz 1.2

RESET

PRIMARY

BI-LEVEL

CORDS BEFORE SERVICING

DISCONNECT BOTH POWER

100-240V 50/60Hz 1.2A MAX.

TRI-LEVEL

SWITCH REFERENCE

OUT

UT O

POWER SUPPLY

REDUNDANT

OUT

UT O

G-Y

/R-Y

RGB/R-Y, B-Y, Y

I N P U

100-240V 0.3A

RGB

50/60 Hz

SDI/HD-SDI Video Camera

SDI/HD-SDI

SDI/HD-SDI Video Camera

Figure 12. Multiple Device Example of a FOX Matrix 3200 External Sync

Power Supply Modules and Indicator LEDs

g Primary and Redundant AC power connectors (see figure 3 on page 8 and

figure 4 on page 9) — Plug standard IEC power cords into these connectors to

connect the switcher to 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50 or 60 Hz power sources.

NOTE: For the most reliable power, connect the power cord from the

Redundant power connector to either an uninterruptible power source or to a power source that is completely independent from the primary power source.

h Primary and Redundant power supply indicator LEDs (see figure 3 and

figure 4) —

Green — Indicates that the associated power supply is operating within normal tolerances.

Red — Indicates that the associated power supply is operating outside the normal tolerances or has failed. See Removing and Installing a Power Supply Module on page 113 section to replace the power supply.

Cooling Fan assemblies

i Primary and Redundant cooling fans (see figure 3 and figure 4) — Cool the

equipment. If a fan has failed, replace it at your earliest opportunity. See Removing

and Installing a Fan Module on page 114 to replace the fans.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Installation 16

Front Panel Configuration Port

(Gnd)

Tip

CONTROL

CONFIG

ENTER PRESET

PRIMARY

REDUNDANT

POWER SUPPLY

ESC

VIEW

FOX 4G MATRIX 3200

FIBER OPTIC DIGITAL MATRIX SWITCHER

Figure 13. Front Panel Configuration (Config) Port

a Conﬁguration port — This 2.5 mm mini stereo jack serves the same serial

communications function as the rear panel Remote port, but it is easier to access than the rear port after the matrix switcher has been installed and cabled. The optional 9‑pin D to 2.5 mm mini jack TRS RS‑232 cable (see figure 14) can be used for this connection.

6 feet

(1.8 m)

Ring

Sleeve

9-pin D Connection TRS Plug

Pin 2 Rx line on the computer Tip Pin 3 Tx line on the computer Ring Pin 5 Signal ground on the computer Sleeve

Figure 14. Optional 9-pin TRS RS-232 Cable

NOTES:

• This port is independent of the rear panel Remote port and is not affected by

changes to the protocol of the rear panel port. The protocol of the front panel port can be changed under SIS command control only. See the Command

and Response table for IP- and SNMP-Speciﬁc SIS commands on

page 68 to conﬁgure this port under SIS control.

• A front panel Conﬁguration port connection and a rear panel Remote port

connection can both be active at the same time.

• The maximum distance from the matrix switcher to the controlling device

can be up to 200 feet (61 meters). Factors such as cable gauge, baud rates, environment, and output levels (from the switcher and the controlling device) all affect transmission distance. Distances of about 50 feet (15 meters) or less are typically not a problem. In some cases the matrix switcher may be capable of serial communications via RS‑232 up to 250 feet (76 meters) away.

This port is RS‑232 only, with its default protocols as follows:

• 9600 baud • no parity • 8 data bits

• 1 stop bit • no flow control

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Installation 17

Operation

FOX 4G MATRIX 3200

FIBER OPTIC DIGITAL MATRIX SWITCHER

POWER SUPPLY

PRIMARY

REDUNDANT

INPUTS

OUTPUTS

CONTROL

ENTER PRESET

VIEW

ESC

6 7 8

11 12

13 14 15 16

23 24

29 30 31 32

6 7 8

11 12

13 14 15 16

23 24

29 30 31 32

CONFIG

This section describes the front panel operation of the FOX Matrix Switcher, including:

• Front Panel Controls and Indicators

• Rear Panel Power Indicators

• Front Panel Operations

• Reset Operations

• Troubleshooting

• Configuration Worksheets

Front Panel Controls and Indicators

The front panel controls (see figure 15, below, and figure 16 on the next page) are grouped into two sets. The input and output buttons are grouped on the left side of the control panel. The control buttons are grouped on the right side of the panel.

Figure 15. Front Panel, FOX Matrix 3200 Switcher

a Input buttons (see page 20). b Output buttons (see page 21). c Enter button (see page 22). d Preset button (see page 22). e View button (see page 23). f Esc button (see page 23). g Primary and Redundant Power Supply LEDs (see page 23).

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Operation 18

19 20

55 56

23 24

59 60

7 8

12 13 14 15 16

28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36

48 49 50 51 52

64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72

I N P U T S

3 4

CONTROL

ESC

VIEW

POWER SUPPLY

PRIMARY

REDUNDANT

FOX 4G MATRIX 7200

O U T P U T S

ENTER PRESET

CONFIG

FIBER OPTIC DIGITAL MATRIX SWITCHER

19 20

55 56

39 40

23 24

59 60

7 8

43 44

12 13 14 15 16

28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36

48 49 50 51 52

64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72

5 6

Figure 16. Front Panel, FOX Matrix 7200 Switcher

The illuminated pushbuttons can be labeled with either text or graphics. The buttons can be set to provide amber background illumination all the time or the background illumination can be turned off (see Background illumination, on page 42. The buttons blink or are lit at full intensity (depending on the operation) when selected.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Operation 19

Input and Output Buttons

NOTE: See Front Panel Operations on page 25 for detailed descriptions of the

Primary functions

Action Select input or output for tie being created. Indication Blink: potential tie/untie.

following operations.

Lit: current tie

FOX Matrix 3200

FOX Matrix 7200

Secondary functions

I/O grouping Action 1 Input 1 and Output 1:

Select I/O Group mode.

Action 2 Assign an input or output to the selected group. Indication Lit: Input or output is assigned to the selected group.

Presets Action Select a preset in Preset mode.

Indication Lit: A preset has already been saved to this location.

Output mutes Action Output buttons: Press and hold to mute or unmute the output.

Indication Output buttons blinking: Output is muted.

Port configuration

Background illumination

Action Output

Indication Blink: selected Blink: selected Action Input 1 and Input 2:

1 2 3 1 2 3

Blink: Preset location is selected to be saved.

Toggle between background

illumination or buttons unlit.

through

31 32

71 72

31 or 71:

Select RS‑232.

Select RS‑422.

Output

32 or 72:

a Input buttons — The input buttons have one primary function (❏) and four secondary

functions (•): ❏ Select and identify an input.

• (Input 1 only) With the Output 1 button, select I/O Group mode.

• Assign an input to the selected group in I/O Group mode and indicate its

assignment.

• Select a preset.

• (Input 1 and Input 2 only) Toggle background illumination of the buttons on and off.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Operation 20

b Output buttons — The output buttons have one primary function (❏) and seven

secondary functions (•): ❏ Select and identify an output.

• (Output 1 only) With the Input 1 button, select I/O Group mode.

• Assign an output to the selected group in I/O Group mode and indicate its

assignment.

• Select a preset.

• Mute the output.

• Output 31 (FOX Matrix 3200) or Output 71 (FOX Matrix 7200) — Select

the RS‑232 protocol for the RS‑232/RS‑422 port in Serial Port Selection and Configuration mode and indicate its selection.

• Output 32 (FOX Matrix 3200) or Output 72 (FOX Matrix 7200) — Select

the RS‑422 protocol for the RS‑232/RS‑422 port in Serial Port Selection and Configuration mode and indicate its selection.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Operation 21

Control Buttons

Primary functions

Action Save changes Select Preset mode Select View mode Cancel/Escape Indication Blink: Save needed Blink: Save preset

NOTE: See Front Panel Operations on page 25 for detailed descriptions of the

following operations.

View mode selected Flashes once

Lit: Recall preset

ENTER PRESET

VIEW

ESC

Secondary functions

I/O grouping Action/

indication

Port configuration

Front panel lock

Action 1 Select Configuration mode. Action 2 Select 9600 baud Select 19200 baud Select 38400 baud Select 115200 baud Indication Blink: 9600 baud Blink: 19200 baud Blink: 38400 baud Blink: 115200 baud Action With Esc, toggle front

Action Flash twice to indicated the front panel has

Select and indicate

group 1

panel lock on and off.

Select and indicate

group 2

been locked or unlocked.

Select and indicate

group 3

Select and indicate

group 4

With Enter, toggle

front panel lock on

and off.

c Enter button — The Enter button has two primary functions (❏) and three secondary

functions (•): ❏ Saves configuration or preset changes that you make on the front panel. To create

a simple configuration:

 Press the desired input button (item a).  Press the desired output button or buttons (item b).  Press the Enter button.

❏ Indicates that a potential tie has been created but not saved.

• In the I/O Group mode, selects group 1 and indicates the selection.

• With the Preset, View, and Esc buttons, selects Serial Port Selection and

Configuration mode.

• With the Esc button, toggles the front panel lock on and off.

d Preset button — The Preset button has two primary functions (❏) and three secondary

functions (•): ❏ Activates Save Preset mode to save a configuration as a preset and Recall Preset

mode to activate a previously‑defined preset.

❏ Blinks when Save Preset mode is active and lights steadily when Recall Preset

mode is active.

• In the I/O Group mode, selects group 2 and indicates the selection.

• With the Enter, View, and Esc buttons, selects Serial Port Selection and

Configuration mode.

• Selects 19200 baud for the rear panel Remote port in Serial Port Selection and

Configuration mode and indicates the selection.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Operation 22

e View (<) button — The View (<) button has one primary function (❏) and three

secondary functions (•): ❏ Select and indicate View‑only mode, which displays the current configuration.

NOTE: View‑only mode also provides a way to mute and unmute the outputs.

• In the I/O Group mode, selects group 3 and indicates the selection.

• With the Enter, Preset, and Esc buttons, selects Serial Port Selection and

Configuration mode.

• Selects 38400 baud for the rear panel Remote port in Serial Port Selection and

Configuration mode, and indicates the selection.

f Esc (>) button — The Esc (>) button has two primary functions (❏) and four secondary

functions (•): ❏ Cancels operations or selections in progress and resets the front panel button

indicators.

NOTE: The Esc button does not reset the current configuration or any presets.

❏

Flashes once to indicate that the escape function has been activated.

• In the I/O Group mode, selects group 4 and indicates the selection.

• With the Enter, Preset, and View buttons, selects Serial Port Selection and

Configuration mode.

• Selects 115200 baud for the rear panel Remote port in Serial Port Selection and

Configuration mode and indicates the selection.

• With the Enter button, toggles the front panel lock on or off.

Power Indicators

g Primary and Redundant Power Supply LEDs —

Green — Indicates that the associated power supply is operating within normal

tolerances. Red — Indicates that the associated power supply is operating outside the normal

tolerances or has failed. See Removing and Installing the Power Supply Module on page 113 to replace the power supply.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Operation 23

Button Icons

The numbered translucent covers on the input and output buttons can be removed and replaced to insert labels behind the covers.

Input and output labels can be created easily with the Extron Button Label Generator software, which is available on the Extron website (www.extron.com). Each input and output can be labeled with names, alphanumeric characters, or color bitmaps for easy and intuitive input and output selection (see figure 17). See the Button Label Generator

Program on page 91 for details on using the labeling software and the Removing and Installing Button Labels on page 115 for blank labels and a procedure for removing and

replacing the translucent covers.

10 13 15

DVD

Figure 17. Sample Button Labels and Icons

Rear Panel Power Indicators

The two, primary and redundant, power supply modules (see figure 18) each have a 2‑color LED.

RESET

REMOTE

RS-232/RS-422

BI-LEVEL

LAN

TRI-LEVEL

ACT LINK

SWITCH

REFERENCE

Figure 18. Rear Panel Power Supply Indicators

a Primary and Redundant Power Supply LEDs —

Green — Indicates that the associated power supply is operating within normal

tolerances. Red — Indicates that the associated power supply is operating outside the normal

tolerances or has failed. See Removing and Installing the Power Supply Module on page 113 to replace the power supply.

VCR

Document

Camera

100-240V 50/60Hz 1.2A MAX.

DISCONNECT BOTH POWER

CORDS BEFORE SERVICING

100-240V 50/60Hz 1.2A MAX.

Computer Computer

3130 32 33 34 35 36

MUTI-RATE SDI INPUTS MUTI-RATE SDI OUTPUTS

PRIMARY POWER SUPPLY

REDUNDANT

PRIMARY

1 1

VTG 200

17 18

REDUNDANT POWER SUPPLY

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Operation 24

Front Panel Operations

The following sections detail the power‑up process and then provide sample procedures for the following actions:

• Creating ties, sets of ties, and configurations

• Changing a configuration

• Viewing ties, sets of ties, and configurations

• Creating I/O groups

• Saving a preset

• Recalling a preset

• Muting and unmuting outputs

• Locking and unlocking the front panel

• Performing front panel resets

• Toggling background illumination on and off

• Reading and setting the Remote RS-232/RS-422 port settings

Definitions

The following terms apply to Extron Matrix Switchers, and are used throughout this guide:

Tie — An input‑to‑output connection. Set of ties — An input tied to two or more outputs. (An output can never be tied to more

than one input.)

Configuration — May consist of one tie or one or more sets of ties. Current configuration — The configuration that is currently being used (also called

configuration 0). Global memory preset — A configuration that has been stored. The FOX Matrix 3200

can store up to 32 global memory presets in memory and the FOX Matrix 7200 can store up to 64 presets. When a global preset is retrieved from memory, it becomes the current configuration.

Room — A Room consists of a smaller subset of virtual outputs that are logically related to each other, as determined by the operator. The switchers support up to 32 rooms, each of which consists of 1 to 16 virtual outputs.

Room memory preset — A configuration consisting of virtual outputs in a single room that has been stored. When a room preset is retrieved from memory, it becomes the current configuration. The switchers support up to 10 room presets per room. Selecting a room preset only changes the ties to outputs that are assigned to that room. All other ties outside the room are not affected.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Operation 25

Power

Apply power by connecting one or both power cords between the Primary and Redundant AC power connectors and the AC sources. The switcher performs a self‑test that flashes the front panel button indicators various colors and then turns them either off or to background illumination. An error‑free power‑up self‑test sequence leaves all input, output, and control buttons either unlit or showing background illumination.

The current configuration and all presets are saved in non‑volatile memory. When power is applied, the most recent configuration is retrieved. The previous presets remain intact.

If an error occurs during the self‑test, the switcher locks up and fails to respond to commands or button pushes. If your switcher locks up on power‑up, call the Extron S3 Sales and Technical Support Hotline. See the end of this guide for the phone number in your region of the world.

Creating a Configuration

The current configuration can be changed using the front panel buttons. Change the current configuration as follows:

1. Press the Esc button to clear any front panel button indications that may be lit.

2. Select the desired input and output(s) by pressing the input and output buttons.

• To indicate potential ties, output buttons blink when an input is selected.

• To indicate current ties, output buttons light steadily when an input is selected.

• To clear unwanted outputs, press and release the associated lit output buttons. To

indicate potential unties, output buttons blink when an output is deselected but not untied from the input.

3. Press and release the Enter button to accept the tie or to break an existing tie.

4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 to create or clear additional ties until the desired configuration

is complete.

NOTES:

• Only one input can be tied to an output.

• If a tie is made between an input and an output, and the selected output was

previously tied to another input, the older tie is broken in favor of the newer tie.

• If an input with no tie is selected, only the button for the selected input lights.

• As each input and output is selected, the associated output button blinks to

indicate a tentative tie. Buttons for outputs that were already tied to the input light steadily. Outputs that are already tied can be left on, along with new blinking selections, or toggled off by pressing the associated output button.

• If you press the input button for an input that is I/O grouped (see I/O grouping

on page 33) and then try to select an output in a different group, you cannot select the associated output button. The associated input button remains lit.

• An optical input can be tied to one or more of both the optical and

SDI/HD‑SDI outputs, and an SDI/HD‑SDI input can be tied to one or more of both the SDI/HD‑SDI and optical outputs.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Operation 26

Example 1: Create a set of ties

C O N T R O L

PRESET

ENTER

ESCVIEW

Press the Esc button to clear all selections.

The button flashes once.

Press and release the Input 5 button.

C O N T R O L

PRESET

ENTER

ESCVIEW

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 31 32

OUTPUTS

Press and release the Output 3, Output 4, and Output 8 buttons. The buttons blink to indicate that the selected input will be tied to these outputs.

The Enter button blinks to indicate the need to confirm the change.

ENTER

All input buttons and output buttons return to unlit or background illumination.

Press the Enter button to confirm the configuration change.

The Enter button returns to unlit or background illumination.

In the following example, input 5 is tied to outputs 3, 4, and 8. The steps show the front panel indications that result from your actions.

1. Clear all selections: Press and release the Esc button.

2. Select an input: Press and release the input 5 button.

The button lights.

INPUTS

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 31 32

3. Select the outputs: Press and release the output 3, output 4, and output 8 buttons.

NOTE: You can cancel the entire set of ties at this point by pressing and releasing

the Esc button. The Esc button flashes once.

4. Confirm the change: Press and release the Enter button.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Operation 27

The current configuration (see figure 19) is now input 5 tied to output 3, output 4, and

Input 5 tied

to outputs 3, 4, and 8

Input

Output

3 4

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 31 32

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 31 32

INPUTS

OUTPUTS

Press and release the Input 5 button. The button lights.

The Output 3, Output 4, and Output 8 buttons light to indicate the ties created in example 1.

C O N T R O L

PRESET

ENTER

ESCVIEW

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 31 32

OUTPUTS

The Enter button blinks to indicate the need to confirm the change.

Press and release the Output 1 button. The button blinks to indicate that the selected input will be tied to this output.

output 8.

Figure 19. Final Configuration, Example 1

Example 2: Add a tie to a set of ties

In the following example, a new tie is added to the current configuration. The example shows the front panel indications that result from your actions.

NOTE: This example assumes that you have performed example 1 on the previous

page.

1. Clear all selections: Press and release the Esc button.

2. Select an input: Press and release the Input 5 button.

3. Select the output: Press and release the Output 1 button.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Operation 28

4. Confirm the change: Press and release the Enter button.

ENTER

All input buttons and output buttons return to unlit or background illumination.

Press the Enter button to confirm the configuration change.

The Enter button returns to unlit or background illumination.

Input 5 tied

to outputs 1, 3, 4, and 8

Input

Output

3 4

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 31 32

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 31 32

INPUTS

OUTPUTS

Press and release the Input 5 button. The button lights.

The Output 1, Outout 3, Output 4, and Output 8 buttons light to indicate the ties created in example 1 and example 2.

The current configuration (see figure 20) is now input 5 tied to output 1, output 3, output 4, and output 8.

Figure 20. Final Configuration, Example 2

Example 3: Remove a tie from a set of ties

In the following example, an existing tie is removed from the current configuration. The example shows the front panel indications that result from your actions.

NOTE: This example assumes that you have performed example 1 on page 27 and

example 2 on the previous page.

1. Clear all selections: Press and release the Esc button.

2. Select an input: Press and release the input 5 button.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Operation 29

3. Select the output: Press and release the output 4 button.

C O N T R O L

PRESET

ENTER

ESCVIEW

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 31 32

OUTPUTS

The Enter button blinks to indicate the need to confirm the change.

Press and release the Output 4 button. The button blinks to indicate that the selected input will be untied from this output.

ENTER

All input buttons and output buttons return to unlit or background illumination.

Press the Enter button to confirm the configuration change.

The Enter button returns to unlit or background illumination.

Input 5 video tied

to outputs 1, 3, and 8

Input

Output

4. Confirm the change: Press and release the Enter button.

The current configuration (see figure 21) is now input 5 video is tied to output 1, output 3, and output 8.

Figure 21. Final Configuration, Example 3

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Operation 30

Viewing the Configuration

C O N T R O L

PRESET

ENTER

ESCVIEW

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 31 32

OUTPUTS

Until you select an input, only the buttons for untied outputs light.

Press the View button.

The button lights.

The current configuration can be viewed using the front panel buttons. The View-only mode prevents inadvertent changes to the current configuration. View-only mode also provides a way to mute outputs (see Muting and Unmuting Outputs on page 39).

View the current configuration as follows:

1. Press the Esc button to clear any front panel button indications that may be lit.

2. Press and release the View button. All of the buttons light for outputs that are not tied.

3. Select the desired input or output whose ties you wish to view by pressing the input or

output buttons.

NOTES:

• When you enter View-only mode, the output buttons light for all outputs without

ties. Likewise, when you press an output button for which there are no ties, the output buttons light for all outputs without ties.

• To see all ties of the current conﬁguration, press and release each input and

output button, one at a time.

• After 30 seconds of front panel inactivity, View-only mode automatically

deselects.

Example 4: Viewing ties

In the following example, we view the ties in the current configuration. The steps show the front panel indications that result from your actions.

NOTE: This example assumes that you have performed example 1 on page 27,

example 2 on page 28, and example 3 on page 29.

1. Clear all selections: Press and release the Esc button.

2. Select View-only mode: Press and release the View button. The View button lights.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Operation 31

3. Select an input: Press and release the input 5 button.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

17 18 19 20 21 22 23824

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 31 32

OUTPUTS

INPUTS

15 16

31 32

OUTPUTS

The output buttons for outputs that are not tied to Input 5 are either unlit or background illuminated.

The output buttons for outputs that are tied to Input 5 light.

Press and release the Input 5 button. The button lights.

All input buttons and output buttons return to unlit or background illumination.

VIEW

Press the View button to exit View-Only mode.

The View button returns to unlit or background illumination.

NOTE: You can also view a set of ties by selecting a tied output. Demonstrate this

as follows:

• Note the number of a lit output button.

• Then press and release the output button for an untied (unlit or background

illumination) output.

• Observe that all of the untied outputs light.

• Then press the output button that you noted previously.

• Observe that the selected output button, the tied input button (input 5), and the

output buttons light for all of the outputs that are tied to the input.

4. Exit View-only mode: Press and release the View button

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Operation 32

I/O Grouping

VSC 700

SCAN CONVERTER

SIZE

MIN/MAX

NEXTMENU

FREEZE RESET

CENTER/PAN/SIZE

USP 405

UNIVERSAL SIGNAL PROCESSOR

ADJUST

FREEZE

12345

PICTURE ADJUSTMENTS

CENTER SIZE BRT/CONTCOL/TNT ZOOM DETAIL

INPUTS

RGB

UNIVERSAL

FREEZE

COMPOSITE

S-VIDEO SDI

22 23

INPUTS

22 23

OUTPUTS

4 input, 2 output

RGB video matrix

Computer #20

Monitor

Projector

Computer #17

Computer #3

Computer #26

Computer #24

Computer #3

3 input, 2 output

HD-SDI video matrix

VCR

DVD

Monitor 1

Monitor 2

Document Camera

Group 1

Group 2

Group1Group

Group

3 input, 4 output

DVI matrix

5 6 7 8

24 25 26

Input

Output

17 18 19

Input

1 2

Output

3 4

21 22 23

Input

Output

Group 3

Monitor

USP 405

NOTE: All of the equipment in this figure is

connected through the appropriate fiber optic transmitter or receiver.

I/O grouping (see figure 22) is a matrix switcher feature that allows you to subdivide the front panel controls of the matrix into four smaller functional sub‑switchers and limit tie creation using the front panel only. Inputs and outputs can be assigned to one of four groups or not assigned to any group.

Figure 22. I/O Grouping of Incompatible Video Formats

NOTE: The I/O grouping feature is tied into the Switch Reference connectors on the

switcher. Ties to any input in I/O group 1 use the tri‑level sync reference. Ties to any output in I/O group 2 use the bi‑level sync reference. Assign sync‑critical inputs and outputs to the appropriate I/O groups.

When you are creating ties on the front panel, inputs and outputs that are assigned to a group can be tied only to other outputs and inputs within the same group. For example, a front panel operator cannot tie an input that is assigned to group 1 to an output that is assigned to group 2. Ungrouped inputs and outputs can be switched to outputs and inputs in any group. Ties between groups (an input in group 1 tied to an output in group 2) can be created under RS‑232/RS‑422 or Ethernet control.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Operation 33

Suggested applications for the I/O grouping feature include:

1324Group #

• Segregating sync‑critical inputs and outputs

• Segregating specific video formats to prevent an input in one video format from being

inadvertently applied to an output device that supports another video format

• Segregating input and output devices that are in separate rooms

• Segregating incompatible fiber signals, such as those from a FOX 500 system and

those from a FOX HD‑SDI system

• Isolating video from being displayed on specific output devices for operational security

reasons

The I/O groups can be set up on the front panel or by using the Remote port, Configuration port, or LAN ports and either the SIS (see the Programming Guide section, beginning on page 52 ) or the Matrix Switchers Control Program (see the Matrix Software section, beginning on page 71).

Create I/O groups on the front panel as follows:

NOTE: I/O groups are protected when front panel Lock mode 2 is selected. You can

view the groups in Lock mode 2, but you cannot change them from the front panel (see Locking the Front Panel (Executive Mode) on page 41).

1. Press the Esc button to clear any front panel button indications that may be lit.

2. To enter I/O Group mode, press and hold the Input 1 and Output 1 buttons until the

input and output buttons light to display the ungrouped inputs and outputs.

3. Press and release one of the Control buttons to select a group:

ENTER

C O N T R O L

PRESET

ESCVIEW

• Press the Enter button to select group 1.

• Press the Preset button to select group 2.

• Press the View button to select group 3.

• Press the Esc button to select group 4.

4. Select the one or more inputs and one or more outputs to assign to the group by

pressing the input and output buttons.

5. Allow the I/O Group mode to time out after approximately 30 seconds.

NOTES:

• Ties between groups (an input in group 1 tied to an output in group 2) can be

• Ties that were created before I/O groups were created remain valid, even if they

• Presets can be created under serial port or Ethernet control that tie inputs and

• An input or output can be assigned to only one group. If you assign an input

• For I/O groups to have any function, at least two groups must be created.

created under serial port or Ethernet control.

include inputs and outputs in different groups.

outputs across group boundaries. These presets are selectable from the front panel.

or output to a group and that input or output is already assigned to a different group, the older grouping is disboarded in favor of the new grouping.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Operation 34

Example 5: Grouping inputs and outputs

17 18 19

1 2 3

17 18 19

1 2 3

Press and hold the Input 1 button and Output 1 button.

Release the Input 1 button and Output 1 button.

Ungrouped input and output buttons light.

2 seconds

C O N T R O L

PRESET

ENTER

ESCVIEW

Press and release the Enter button to select group 1. The button lights to indicate the selection.

1324Group #

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 31 32

INPUTS

One at a time, press and release the Input 1 through Input 4 buttons. The selected buttons light.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 31 32

OUTPUTS

One at a time, press and release the Output 1 through Output 4 buttons. The selected buttons light.

In the following example, several switcher inputs and outputs are assigned to groups. The steps show the front panel indications that result from your actions.

1. Clear all selections: Press and release the Esc button.

2. Enter I/O Group mode: Simultaneously press and hold the Input 1 and Output 1

buttons for approximately 2 seconds and then release the buttons.

3. Select group 1: Press and release the Enter button.

4. Assign inputs and outputs to group 1: a. Press and release the Input 1 through 4 buttons.

b. Press and release the Output 1 through 4 buttons.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Operation 35

5. Select group 2: Press and release the Preset button.

C O N T R O L

PRESET

ENTER

ESCVIEW

Press and release the Preset button to select group 2. The button lights to indicate the selection.

1324Group #

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 31 32

INPUTS

One at a time, press and release the Input 5 through Input 8 buttons. The selected buttons light.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 31 32

OUTPUTS

One at a time, press and release the Output 5 through Output 8 buttons. The selected buttons light.

6. Assign inputs and outputs to group 2: a. Press and release the Input 5 through 8 buttons.

b. Press and release the Output 5 through 8 buttons.

7. Do nothing for approximately 30 seconds. The switcher exits I/O Group mode.

In this example:

• Group 1 consists of inputs 1 through 4 and outputs 1 through 4.

• Group 2 consists of inputs 5 through 8 and outputs 5 through 8.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Operation 36

Using Presets

PRESET

1 2 3

17 18 19 32

Press and hold the Preset button until it blinks.

2 seconds

All input buttons with assigned presets light. If you then save the configuration to a lit preset number,

the configuration data at that preset location will be overwritten.

Lit

(preset assigned)

Unlit

(no preset assigned)

C O N T R O L

PRESET

ENTER

ESCVIEW

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 31 32

INPUTS

The Enter button blinks to indicate the need to save the preset. The Preset button continues to blink.

Press and release the Input 1 button. The button blinks to indicate that this

preset number is selected but not saved.

The current configuration (configuration 0) can be saved as a preset in any one of 32 (FOX Matrix 3200) or 64 (FOX Matrix 7200) preset memory addresses. Presets can be saved and recalled from the front panel. The preset locations are assigned to input buttons 1 through 32 (64). When a preset is retrieved from memory, it becomes the current configuration.

Example 6: Saving a preset

In the following an example, the current configuration is saved as a preset. The example shows the front panel indications that result from your actions.

1. Clear all selections: Press and release the Esc button.

2. Select Save Preset mode: Press and hold the Preset button for approximately

NOTES:

• Presets cannot be viewed from the front panel unless they are recalled as the

current conﬁguration. Presets can be viewed using the Extron Matrix Switchers Control Program (see the Presets menu description in the “Matrix Software” section on page 85).

• The current conﬁguration and all presets are stored in non‑volatile memory. When

power is removed and restored, the current conﬁguration is still active and all presets are retained.

• When a preset is recalled, it replaces the current conﬁguration, which is lost

unless it is also stored as a preset. The recalled preset overwrites all of the current conﬁguration ties in favor of the preset conﬁguration ties.

2 seconds until it blinks.

3. Select the preset: Press and release the input button or output button for the desired

preset.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Operation 37

4. Save the Preset: Press and release the Enter button to save the preset. The current

C O N T R O L

PRESET

ENTER

ESCVIEW

The Enter and Preset buttons return to unlit or back

round illumination.

Press the Enter button to save the preset.

All input buttons and output buttons return to unlit or background illumination.

PRESET

1 2 3

17 18 19 32

Press and release the Preset button.

All input buttons with assigned presets light.

Lit

(preset assigned)

Unlit

(no preset assigned)

C O N T R O L

PRESET

ENTER

ESCVIEW

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 31 32

INPUTS

The Enter button blinks to indicate the need to save the preset.

Press and release the Input 1 button. The button blinks to indicate that this

preset number is selected but not recalled.

C O N T R O L

PRESET

ENTER

ESCVIEW

The Enter and Preset buttons return to unlit or back

round illumination.

Press the Enter button to recall the preset.

All input buttons and output buttons return to unlit or background illumination.

configuration is now stored in the selected memory location.

Example 7: Recalling a preset

In the following example, a preset is recalled to become the current configuration. The steps show the front panel indications that result from your actions.

1. Clear all selections: Press and release the Esc button.

2. Select Recall Preset mode: Press and release the Preset button.

3. Select the preset: Press and release the input button or output button for the desired

preset.

4. Recall the preset: Press and release the Enter button. The configuration stored in the

selected memory location is now the current configuration and can be viewed in the View-only mode (see example 4 on page 31).

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Operation 38

Muting and Unmuting Outputs

C O N T R O L

PRESET

ENTER

ESCVIEW

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 31 32

OUTPUTS

Until you select an input, only the buttons for untied outputs light.

Press the View button.

The button lights.

Individual outputs can be muted or unmuted as follows:

NOTE: Output mutes are protected when front panel Lock mode 2 is selected. You

can view the status of the output (muted or unmuted) in Lock mode 2 but you cannot change it from the front panel (see Locking the Front Panel (Executive Mode) on page 41).

1. Press the Esc button to clear any front panel button indications that may be lit.

2. Press and release the View button.

3. One at a time, press and hold the button(s) for the desired output(s) for approximately

2 seconds. The output button(s) for the selected output(s) blink to indicate the mute or return to their previous state to indicate the unmute.

4. Press and release the View button to return to normal switcher operation.

NOTES:

• When you enter View-only mode, the output LEDs turn on for all outputs

without ties.

• Mutes are saved to non‑volatile memory. When power is removed and restored,

the mute settings are retained.

Example 8: Muting and unmuting an output

In the following example, a switcher output is muted and unmuted. The steps show the front panel indications that result from your actions.

NOTE: This example assumes that you have performed example 1 on page 27,

example 2 on page 28, and example 3 on page 29.

1. Clear all selections: Press and release the Esc button.

2. Select View-only mode: Press and release the View button. The View button lights.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Operation 39

3. Mute the outputs: One at a time, press and hold the Output 3 button and then the

The button blinks to indicate that the outputs are muted.

Mute outputs one at a time.

2 seconds

Press and hold the Output 3 button.

Press and hold the Output 4 button.

NOTE: When you push Input 3, it lights and Input 4 returns to unlit because

of ties made in example 1, example 2, and example 3.

Unmute outputs one at a time.

2 seconds

The button returns to its previous indication (lit, background illuminated, or unlit) to indicate that the outputs are unmuted.

Press and hold the Output 3 button.

Press and hold the Output 4 button.

All input buttons and output buttons return to unlit or background illumination.

VIEW

Press the View button to exit View-Only mode.

The View button returns to unlit or background illumination.

Output 4 button for approximately 2 seconds until each button begins to blink. The output 3 and output 4 signals are muted.

4. Unmute the outputs: One at a time, press and hold the Output 3 button and then

the Output 4 buttons for approximately 2 seconds until each button lights steadily. The output 3 and output 4 signals are unmuted.

5. Exit View-only mode: Press and release the View button.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Operation 40

Locking the Front Panel (Executive Mode)

C O N T R O L

PRESET

ENTER

ESCVIEW

C O N T R O L

PRESET

ENTER

ESCVIEW

Press and hold the Enter and Esc buttons simultaneously to toggle Executive mode on or off.

2 seconds

The Preset and View buttons blink twice to indicate the mode change. Release the buttons.

CONTROL

ESCVIEW

ANAHEIM, CA

RESET

REMOTE

RS-232/RS-422

LAN

BI-LEVEL

TRI-LEVEL

ACT LINK

100-240V 50/60Hz 1.2A MAX.

REDUNDANT

PRIMARY

DISCONNECT BOTH POWER

CORDS BEFORE SERVICING

SWITCH

REFERENCE

PRIMARY POWER SUPPLY

1 - 8

9 - 16

OUT

17 - 24

OUT

25 - 32

OUT

Press and hold the View and Esc buttons while you apply power to the switcher.

Release the View and Esc buttons.

Power

The switcher flashes the button indicators; light amber, off, green, red, and amber; and then turns them off.

Continue to hold the View and Esc buttons until all input and output buttons return to either unlit or to background illumination.

The front panel security lockout limits the operation of the switcher from the front panel. When the switcher is locked, all of the front panel functions are disabled except for the View-Only mode functions and deselecting the front panel Lock mode (see Viewing the

Configuration on page 31). Other than in View-Only mode, if the user pushes a front panel

button when the switcher is locked, the View and Preset buttons flash twice and return to their previous state.

To toggle the lock on and off, press and hold the Enter button and the Esc button for approximately two seconds (see figure 23).

Figure 23. Toggling Front Panel Lock On and Off

Performing a System Reset from the Front Panel

The front panel reset is identical to issuing the EZXXX} SIS command (see page 64). A system reset clears all ties and presets and resets all I/O grouping.

NOTES:

• You must apply power from an unpowered state. Applying the redundant power

with primary power already applied does not reset the switcher.

• System reset does not reset the Internet protocol (IP) settings or replace

user‑installed ﬁrmware.

Reset the switcher to the factory default settings by pressing and holding the View button and Esc button simultaneously while you apply AC power to the switcher (see figure 24).

Figure 24. System Reset

NOTE: If background illumination was turned on before the reset, the I/O and control

buttons are unlit after the reset. But, when you cycle power, background illumination returns to as selected.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Operation 41

Background Illumination

1 2 3

17 18 19 32

Press and hold the Input 1 and Input 2 buttons simultaneously to toggle background illumination mode on or off.

After approximately 2 seconds, release the Input 1 and Input 2 buttons.

2 seconds

C O N T R O L

PRESET

ENTER

ESCVIEW

•

C O N T R O L

PRESET

ENTER

ESCVIEW

31 32

The flashing Control button indicates the baud rate as follows: Enter — 9600 Preset — 19200 View — 38400 Esc — 115200

The flashing output button indicates the protocol as follows: Output 31 (71) — RS-232 Output 32 (72) — RS-422

In this example, the port is set to RS-232 at 9600 baud.

Press and hold the Enter, Preset, View, and Esc buttons.

All Control buttons light with one flashing.

Outputs 31 and 32 (FOX Matrix 3200) or Outputs 71 and 72 (FOX Matrix 7200) both light with one button flashing.

C O N T R O L

PRESET

ENTER

ESCVIEW

31 32

Press and release the button(s) to configure the port as follows: Baud rate: Enter — 9600 Preset — 19200 View — 38400 Esc — 115200

Serial protocol: Ouput 31 (71) — RS-232 Output 32 (72) — RS-422

The selected buttons blink and the others remain lit. In this example, the port is set to RS-422 at 38400 baud.

The buttons on the front panel can be set to provide amber background illumination at all times or the background illumination can be turned off. To toggle the background illumination on or off, press and hold the Input 1 and Input 2 buttons simultaneously for approximately 2 seconds (see figure 25).

Figure 25. Toggle Background Illumination On or Off

Selecting the Rear Panel Remote Port Protocol and Baud Rate

All switchers can support either RS‑232 or RS‑422 serial communication protocol and can operate at the 9600, 19200, 38400, and 115200 baud rate. The settings of these variables can be viewed and changed from the front panel.

View and configure the serial communications settings as follows:

1. Select Serial Port Selection and Configuration mode: Simultaneously press and

hold all Control buttons (Enter, Preset, View, and Esc).

2. Release the Control buttons.

3. Change a value: Press and release the button that relates to the desired value.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Operation 42

4. Exit the Serial Port Selection and Configuration mode: Press and release an

C O N T R O L

PRESET

ENTER

ESCVIEW

31 32

All Control buttons and the Output 31 (71) and Output 32 (72) buttons return to unlit or background illumination.

Press and release

an output button.

Reset Operations

The rear panel has a Reset button that initiates four levels of resets (numbered 1, 3, 4, and 5 for the sake of comparison with an Extron IPL product). The Reset button is recessed, so use a small screwdriver, a pointed stylus, or a ballpoint pen.

For different reset levels, press and hold the button while the switcher is running or press and hold the button while you apply power to the switcher.

See the table on the next page for a summary of the modes.

ATTENTION: Review the reset modes carefully. Using the wrong reset mode may

NOTE: The reset modes listed on the next page close all open IP and Telnet

output button.

result in unintended loss of ﬂash memory programming, port reassignment, or a controller reboot.

connections and close all sockets. Also, the following modes are separate functions, not a continuation from Mode 1 to Mode 5.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Operation 43

Mode Activation Result Purpose and Notes

1 Hold down the recessed Reset button

while applying power to the switcher.

NOTE: After a mode 1 reset is

performed, update the switcher firmware to the latest version. Do not operate the switcher firmware version that results from the mode 1 reset. If you want to use the factory default firmware, you must upload that version again (see the Matrix Software section

on page 80 for details on uploading firmware).

The switcher reverts to the factory default firmware. Event scripting will not start if the

switcher is powered on in this mode. All user files and settings (such as drivers, adjustments, and IP settings) are maintained.

NOTE: If you do not want to update

firmware, or you performed a mode 1 reset by mistake, cycle power to the switcher to return to the firmware version that was running before the mode 1 reset. Use the 0Q SIS command (see page 65) to confirm that the factory default firmware is no longer running (look for the asterisk [*] following the version number.

Use mode 1 to revert to the factory default firmware version if incompatibility issues arise with user‑loaded firmware.

3 Hold down the Reset button for about

3 seconds, until the Reset LED blinks once, then press and release Reset (<1 second) within 1 second.

4 Hold down the Reset button for about

6 seconds, until the Reset LED blinks twice (once at 3 seconds and again at 6 seconds). Then press and release Reset (<1 second) within 1 second.

5 Hold down the Reset button for about

9 seconds, until the Reset LED blinks three times (once at 3 seconds, again at 6 seconds, and then again at 9 seconds). Then press and release Reset (<1 second) within 1 second.

NOTE: Mode 5 reset clears

most adjustments. To save these settings, use the Windows‑based Matrix Switchers Control Program and the

File

Save MATRIX

settings as...

before you perform this reset (see the Matrix Software section on page 85).

selection

Mode 3 turns events on or off. During resetting, the Reset LED flashes 2 times if events are starting, 3 times if events are stopping.

Mode 4:

•

Enables ARP capability.

• Sets the IP address to the factory default.

• Sets the subnet address to the factory default.

• Sets the gateway address to the factory default.

• Sets port mapping to the factory default.

• Turns DHCP off.

• Turn events off.

The Reset LED flashes four times in quick succes‑ sion during the reset.

Mode 5 performs a complete reset to factory defaults (with the exception of the firmware):

• Does everything mode 4 does.

• Resets most all real time adjustments, including:

clears all ties and presets clears all mutes clears all I/O grouping clears all input level/peaking

• Resets all IP options.

• Removes/clears all files for the switcher.

The reset LED flashes four times in quick succes‑ sion during the reset.

Mode 3 is useful for troubleshooting.

Mode 4 enables you to set IP address informa‑ tion using ARP and the MAC address.

Mode 5 is useful if you want to start over with configuration and uploading or to replace events. Same as SIS command (see page 64).

ZQQQ}

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Operation 44

Performing Soft System Resets (Resets 3, 4, and 5)

RESET

CONTROL

ESCVIEW

Release, then immediately press and release again.

6 seconds

9 seconds

Press and hold the Reset button.

3 seconds

View and Esc buttons blink once.

Reset LED blinks once.

Release, then immediately press and release again.

Reset LED blinks twice.

Press and hold the Reset button.

Reset LED blinks

three times.

View and Esc buttons blink twice.

View and Esc buttons blink three times.

IP Settings

Reset

Absolute

Reset

Events

Reset

(Mode 5)

(Mode 4)

(Mode 3)

Release, then immediately press and release again.

Perform a soft reset of the switcher as follows:

1. Use an Extron Tweeker or other small screwdriver to press and hold the rear panel

Reset button until the front panel View and Esc buttons blink the number of times for the desired reset: once (events reset), twice (system reset), or three times (absolute reset) (see figure 26).

Figure 26. Soft System Resets

2. Release the Reset button and then immediately press and release the Reset button

again. Nothing happens if the second momentary press does not occur within 1 second.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Operation 45

Performing a Hard Reset (Reset 1)

100-240V 50/60Hz

1.2A MAX.

100-240V 50/60Hz

1.2A MAX.

REDUNDANT

PRIMARY

LIN

TX LINK

RX LINK

LIN

TX LINK

RX LINK

TX LINK

LINK

TX LINK

ANAHEIM, CA

PRIMARY POWER SUPP

41 - 4

49 - 5657 - 64

Power

RESET

Press and hold the Reset button while you apply power to the switcher.

Release the Reset button.

Continue to hold the Reset button until all input and output buttons are either unlit or return to background illumination.

The switcher flashes the button indicators light amber, off, green, red, and amber and then turns them off.

The hard reset function restores the switcher to the base firmware that it was shipped with. After a hard reset, events do not automatically start, but user settings and files are restored.

Perform a hard reset as follows:

NOTE: The hard reset restores the factory‑installed firmware. The switcher reverts

to that factory firmware the next time power is cycled off and on unless a firmware update is performed before the power cycle.

1. If necessary, turn off power to the switcher.

2. Press and hold the Reset button on the rear panel while you apply AC power to the

switcher (see figure 27).

Troubleshooting

Figure 27. Hard Reset

This section recommends what to do if you have problems operating the switcher.

1. Ensure that all devices are plugged in and powered on.

2. Check to see if one or more outputs are muted.

3. Ensure an active input is selected for output on the switcher.

4. Ensure that the proper signal format is supplied.

5. Check the cabling and make corrections as necessary.

6. Call the Extron S3 Sales and Technical Support Hotline if necessary. See the end of this

guide for the phone number in your region of the world.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Operation 46

Configuration Worksheets

Input sources

Preset # Title:

Fill in the preset number and use colors, or dashes, etc. to make connecting lines.

26 27 28 29 30 31 32 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

26 27 28 29 30 31 3217 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25

10 11 12 13 14 15 16123456789

Camera

main

podium

VTG

400

Rack DVD

(DVS)

PC1

RGB 201

Classrm #1 VCR

DVS 406

Classrm #2 VCR

DVS 406

Audio

Laptop

RGB 201

Podium

mic

Camera

Floorbox

#1-1

Floorbox

#1-4

Floorbox

#1-3

Floorbox

#1-2

Floorbox

#2-1

Floorbox

#2-4

Floorbox

#2-3

Floorbox

#2-2

Demo rk

USP 405

Demo rk

USP 405

Demo rk

USP 405

Demo rk

USP 405

Main

hall

PJ#1

Demo

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monitor

Class

room #1

monitor

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monitor

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(USP 405)

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room #2

monitor

Sound

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monitor

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Output destinations

Rather than trying to remember the configuration for each preset, use worksheets to record this information. Make copies of the blank worksheet on page 50 and page 51 and use one for each preset configuration. Cross out all unused or inactive inputs and outputs.

NOTE: All of the equipment in the following examples is connected through the

appropriate fiber optic transmitter or receiver.

Worksheet Example 1: System equipment

Figure 28 shows a worksheet for a switcher configured as a 24‑input by 24‑output matrix in a fictional organization with the system hardware annotated. Inputs 10 and 11 have no connections in this organization, so they have been crossed out on the worksheet. Inputs 25 through 32 do not exist on this model, so they are crossed out. Similarly, outputs 7, 14, 15, 16, and 25 through 32 are crossed out on the worksheet.

Figure 28. Worksheet Example 1: System Equipment

Inputs include PCs, an audio CD player, cameras, and an Extron VTG 400D. Output devices include monitors, front and rear projectors, a stereo, and a VCR for recording presentations.

The VTG 400D video test generator connected to input 12 enables a video test pattern to be sent to one, several, or all output devices for problem isolation or adjustment purposes. An audio test tape or CD could be used in a similar manner to check the audio components.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Operation 47

Worksheet Example 2: Daily Configuration

Input sources

Preset # Title:

Fill in the preset number and use colors, or dashes, etc. to make connecting lines.

26 27 28 29 30 31 32 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

26 27 28 29 30 31 3217 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25

10 11 12 13 14 15 16123456789

Camera

main

podium

VTG

400

Rack DVD

(DVS)

PC1

RGB 201

Classrm #1 VCR

DVS 406

Classrm #2 VCR

DVS 406

Audio

Laptop

RGB 201

Podium

mic

Camera

Floorbox

#1-1

Floorbox

#1-4

Floorbox

#1-3

Floorbox

#1-2

Floorbox

#2-1

Floorbox

#2-4

Floorbox

#2-3

Floorbox

#2-2

Demo rk

USP 405

Demo rk

USP 405

Demo rk

USP 405

Demo rk

USP 405

Main

hall

PJ#1

Demo

rack

monitor

Class

room #1

monitor

Lobby

monitor

VCR

(USP 405)

Class

room #2

monitor

Sound

system

Conf. room

Podium

monitor

Main

hall

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Output destinations

Figure 29 continues from worksheet example 1 by showing the ties that make up the configuration of preset 1. Black lines shows one configuration, green lines a second configuration, and red lines a third configuration.

Figure 29. Worksheet Example 2: Daily Configuration

In this example:

• The image of the presenter, from the main podium camera (input 1), is:

• Displayed in the main hall (output 1)

• Displayed in the conference room (output 4) to the overflow crowd

• Displayed in the lobby (output 8)

• Tied to the VCR (output 6)

• The presenter has a presentation on her laptop computer (input 4) that is:

• Displayed in the main hall (output 2)

• Displayed locally on the podium (output 3)

• Music from the CD player (input 5) is:

• Played in the background in the main hall on sound system #2 (output 5)

• Played in Classroom 1 (output 9)

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Operation 48

Worksheet Example 3: Test configuration

Input sources

Preset # Title:

Fill in the preset number and use colors, or dashes, etc. to make connecting lines.

26 27 28 29 30 31 32 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

26 27 28 29 30 31 3217 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25

10 11 12 13 14 15 16123456789

Camera

main

podium

VTG

400

Rack DVD

(DVS)

PC1

RGB 201

Classrm #1 VCR

DVS 406

Classrm #2 VCR

DVS 406

Audio

Laptop

RGB 201

Podium

mic

Camera

Floorbox

#1-1

Floorbox

#1-4

Floorbox

#1-3

Floorbox

#1-2

Floorbox

#2-1

Floorbox

#2-4

Floorbox

#2-3

Floorbox

#2-2

Demo rk

USP 405

Demo rk

USP 405

Demo rk

USP 405

Demo rk

USP 405

Main

hall

PJ#1

Demo

rack

monitor

Class

room #1

monitor

Lobby

monitor

VCR

(USP 405)

Class

room #2

monitor

Sound

system

Conf. room

Podium

monitor

Main

hall

PJ#2

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Output destinations

The A/V system in our fictional organization needs to be fine tuned on a regular basis. Figure 30 shows a typical test configuration, with an Extron video test generator (input 12) generating a test pattern to all monitors (outputs 1, 2, 3, 4, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12) and to the various wall boxes.

Figure 30. Worksheet Example 3: Test Configuration

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Operation 49

Input sources

Fill in the preset number and use colors, or dashes, etc. to make connecting lines.

10 11 12 13 14 15 16123456789

26 27 28 29 30 31 3217 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

26 27 28 29 30 31 32 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25

Output destinations

Blank Configuration worksheet, FOX Matrix 3200

Preset #

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Operation 50

Input sources

Fill in the preset number and use colors, or dashes, etc. to make connecting lines.

18123456789

10 11 12 13 14 15 16

28 29 30 31 32 33 3419 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 35 36

46 47 48 49 50 51 5237 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 53 54

64 65 66 67 68 69 7055 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63

10 11 12 13 14 15 16

28 29 30 31 32 33 3419 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 35 36

46 47 48 49 50 51 5237 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 53 54

64 65 66 67 68 69 7055 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63

Output destinations

Blank Configuration Worksheet, FOX Matrix 7200

Preset #

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Operation 51

Programming Guide

This section describes the operation of the FOX Matrix Switchers via SIS commands, including:

• Serial Ports

• Ethernet (LAN) Port

• Host-to-Switcher Instructions

• Switcher-Initiated Messages

• Switcher Error Responses

• Using the Command and Response Tables

• Command and Response Table for SIS Commands

• Command Response Table for IP- and SNMP-Specific SIS Commands

• Special Characters

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Programming Guide 52

Serial Ports

The FOX matrix switcher has two serial ports that can be connected to a host device such as a computer running the HyperTerminal or DataViewer utility, or a control system. These ports make serial control of the switcher possible. The serial ports are:

• Rear panel Remote port — A 9‑pin D connector for serial RS‑232 or RS‑422 control

(see Remote port on page 13).

• Front panel Configuration port — A 2.5 mm mini stereo jack for serial RS‑232

control (see Front Panel Configuration Port on page 17).

NOTES:

• The serial ports, the Remote port and the Conﬁguration port, are independent of

one another. A front panel Conﬁguration port connection and a rear panel Remote port connection can be active at the same time.

• The default serial port protocol of both ports is as follows:

• 9600 baud • No parity • 8‑bit

• No ﬂow control • 1 stop bit

• The rear panel Remote port can be conﬁgured from the front panel (see Selecting

the Rear Panel Remote Port Protocol and Baud Rate, on page 42).

• The front panel Conﬁguration port protocol can be changed via an SIS command

only. See the Set serial port parameters SIS Command, on page 69, to conﬁgure both ports using an SIS command.

• The serial ports can be conﬁgured to operate at the 9600, 19200, 38400, or

115200 baud rate, but Extron recommends leaving these ports at 9600 baud only

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Ethernet (LAN) Port

The rear panel Ethernet connector on the switcher can be connected to an Ethernet LAN or WAN. Communications between the switcher and the controlling device is via Telnet (a TCP socket using port 23). The SIS commands and the actions of the switcher are identical to the commands and actions the switcher has when communicating with it via RS‑232.

The Ethernet cable can be terminated as a straight‑through cable or a crossover cable and must be properly terminated for your application (see Ethernet Connection on page 13).

Default IP addresses

To access the FOX matrix switcher via the LAN port, you need the IP address for the unit, and may need the subnet mask and the gateway address. If the IP address has been changed to an address comprised of words and characters, you can determine the actual numeric IP address using the ping (ICMP) utility (see Ethernet Link on page 117 for more details). If the addresses have not been changed, the factory‑specified defaults are:

• IP address 192.168.254.254 • Subnet mask 255.255.0.0

• Gateway address 0.0.0.0

Establishing a Connection

Establish a network connection to a FOX matrix switcher as follows:

1. Open a TCP socket to port 23 using the IP address of the switcher.

NOTE: If the local system administrators have not changed the value, the factory‑

specified default, 192.168.254.254, is the correct value for this field.

The switcher responds with a copyright message including the date, the name of the product, firmware version, part number, and the current date/time.

NOTES:

2. If the switcher is password protected, enter the appropriate administrator or user

• If the switcher is not password‑protected, the device is ready to accept SIS

commands immediately after it sends the copyright message.

• If the switcher is password‑protected, a password prompt appears below the

password. If the password is accepted, the switcher responds with Login User or Login

Administrator

If the password is not accepted, the Password prompt reappears.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Programming Guide 54

Connection Timeouts

The Ethernet link times out after a designated period of time of no communications. By default, this timeout value is set to five minutes but the value can be changed. See the

Configure port timeout SIS commands on page 69.

NOTE: Extron recommends leaving the default timeout at 5 minutes and periodically

issuing the Query (Q) command to keep the connection active. If there are long idle periods, Extron recommends disconnecting the socket and reopening the connection when another command must be sent.

Number of Connections

A FOX matrix switcher can have up to 200 simultaneous TCP connections, including all http sockets and telnet connections. When the connection limit is reached, the switcher accepts no new connections until some have been closed. No error message or indication is given that the connection limit has been reached. To maximize performance of an IP Link device, keep the number of connections low and close unnecessary open sockets.

Using Verbose Mode

Telnet connections to a FOX matrix switcher can be used to monitor for changes that occur on the switcher, such as front panel operations and SIS commands from other telnet sockets or a serial port. For a telnet session to receive change notices from the switcher, the telnet session must be in verbose mode 1 or 3. See the Verbose Mode SIS command on page 69. In verbose mode 3, the telnet socket reports changes in messages that resemble SIS command responses.

Host-to-Switcher Instructions

The switcher accepts SIS (Simple Instruction Set) commands through either serial port and the LAN port. SIS commands consist of one or more characters per command field. They do not require any special characters to begin or end the command character sequence. When a command is valid, the unit executes it and sends a response to the host device. Each switcher response to an SIS command ends 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.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Programming Guide 55

Switcher-initiated Messages

When a local event such as a front panel operation or an IR 501 command string occurs, the switcher responds by sending a message to the host. The switcher‑initiated messages are listed below (underlined).

The switcher does not expect a response from the host, but, for example, the host program might request a new status.

— or —

The switcher initiates the copyright message when it is first powered on or when a connection via Internet protocol (IP) is established. Vx.xx is the firmware version number and 60‑nnnn‑01 is the switcher part number.

NOTE: {Day, date, time} are only reported if the connection is via the LAN port.

Password:]

The switcher initiates the password message immediately after the copyright message when the controlling system is connected using TCP/IP or Telnet and the switcher is password protected. This message means that the switcher requires an administrator or user level password before it will perform the commands entered via this link. The switcher repeats the password message response for every entry other than a valid password until a valid password is entered.

]Login Administrator] ]Login User]

The switcher initiates the login message when a correct administrator or user password has been entered. If the user and administrator passwords are the same, the switcher defaults to administrator privileges.

Qik]

The switcher initiates the Qik message when a front panel tie operation has occurred.

Sprnn]

The switcher initiates the Spr message when a memory preset has been saved from the front panel. “nn” is the preset number.

Rprnn]

The switcher initiates the Rpr message when a memory preset has been recalled from the front panel. “nn” is the preset number.

Vmtnn*x]

The switcher initiates the Vmt message when a channel output mute is toggled on or off from the front panel. nn is the output number and x is the mute status: 1 = on, 0 = off.

Exen]

The switcher initiates the Exe message when the front panel security lockout (executive mode) is toggled on or off from the front panel. “n” is the executive mode: 0 = unlocked, 1 = locked.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Programming Guide 56

Switcher Error Responses

Space

When the switcher receives an SIS command and determines that it is valid, it performs the command and sends a response to the host device. If the switcher is unable to perform the command because the command is invalid or contains invalid parameters, the switcher returns an error response to the host. The error response codes are:

E01 — Invalid input channel number (out of range) E10 — Invalid command E11 — Invalid preset number (out of range) E12 — Invalid output number (out of range) E13 — Invalid value (out of range) E14 — Invalid command for this configuration E17 — Timeout (caused only by direct write of global presets) E21 — Invalid room number E24 — Privileges violation (Ethernet only. Personnel logged in as users attempting

operations requiring supervisors privileges. Users have access to all view and read commands [other than the administrator password], and can create ties and presets, and mute and unmute the output.)

Using the Command and Response Tables

The command and response table begins on page 59. Symbols, defined on the next

page and used throughout the table, represent variables in the command and response

fields. Command and response examples are shown throughout the table. The SIS commands are not case sensitive unless specifically noted. The ASCII to Hex conversion table below is for use with the command and response table.

ASCII to Hex Conversion Table

•

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Programming Guide 57

Command and Response Table for SIS Commands

Symbol Definitions

] = CR/LF (carriage return/line feed) (hex 0D 0A) } = Carriage return (no line feed, hex 0D)

| = Pipe (can be used interchangeably with the } character)

• = Space character

E = Escape key (hex 1B)

W = Can be used interchangeably with the E character

X! = Input number (for tie) 00 – 32 (FOX Matrix 3200) or 72 (FOX Matrix 7200) (00 = untied) X@ = Output number 01 – 32 (FOX Matrix 3200) or 72 (FOX Matrix 7200) X# = Mute 0 = not muted 1 = muted

= SFP or reclockable output number 00 – 32 or 72 (00 = global [SFP only])

X$ X% = Output reclocking rate 00 = auto (default) 01 = bypass

X^ = Laser control 0 = disable 1 = enable 2 = automatic X& = Global preset # 00 – 32 (3200) or 72 (7200) (00 = current conﬁguration for view only) X* = Room number (for room presets) 01 – 10 maximum (each can have up to 10 presets (X1)) assigned)

NOTE: A Room is a subset of operator‑selected outputs that relate to each other. The FOX matrix switcher supports up to 10 rooms, each

of which can consist of 1 to 16 outputs.

X( = Name Up to 12 characters for input and output names and global and room preset names

Upper‑ and lower‑case alphanumeric characters and _ / and spaces are valid.

NOTE: The following characters are invalid or not recommended in the name:

~ , @ = ‘ [ ] { } < > ’ “ ; : | \ and ?

X1) = Room preset number 01 – 10 maximum

NOTE: A Room preset is a stored conﬁguration with all outputs in a single room. A retrieved room preset becomes the current conﬁguration.

X1! = Connection status 0 = no input connected 1 = input connected X1@ = Group number (for I/O grouping) 1 (group 1) through 4 (group 4) (or 0 = no group) X1# = Input number (for other than tie) 01 – 32 (FOX Matrix 3200) or 72 (FOX Matrix 7200) X1$ = Lock mode status 0 = unlocked 1 = locked X1% = Number (quantity) of inputs 8, 16, 24, 32, 40, 48, 56, 64, or 72 X1^ = Number (quantity) of outputs 8, 16, 24, 32, 40, 48, 56, 64, or 72

= Board installed 0 = No board installed 4 = Non‑pathological multimode board

X1&

1 = Non‑reclocking multimode board* 5 = Non‑pathological singlemode board 2 = Non‑reclocking singlemode board* 6 = Pathological singlemode board 3 = 3G, SDI, HD‑SDI board x = Unknown board or mix of transceivers

X1* = I/O board slot number 1 – 9 (FOX Matrix 7200) or 1 – 4 (FOX Matrix 3200) X1( = Transceiver module installed 0 = No module installed

1 = Non‑pathological multimode module 3 = 3G‑SDI, HD‑SDI, SD‑SDI module 2 = Non‑pathological singlemode module 4 = Pathological singlemode module

X2) = Transceiver module number 01 – 72 (or maximum number of transceiver modules for your conﬁguration) X2! = Vendor/manufacturer name X2@ = Transmit output power in milliwatts X2# = Receive optical power in milliwatts X2$ = SFP temperature Degrees Celsius X2% = Firmware version number to second decimal place (x.xx) X2^ = Verbose ﬁrmware version‑description‑upload date/time. See the Query controller ﬁrmware version (verbose) command on page 65. X2& = Voltage Positive or negative voltage and magnitude X2* = Temperature Degrees Fahrenheit X2( = Fan speed In revolutions per minute (RPM)

* Legacy board, no longer manufactured, identiﬁed for completeness only

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Programming Guide 58

Command and Response Table for SIS Commands

Command Function SIS Command

(Host to Unit)

NOTES:

• The matrix switchers support 1‑ and 2‑digit numeric entries (1*1 or 02*02).

• Commands can be entered back‑to‑back in a string, with no spaces. For example: 1*1!02*02&03*03%4*8$.

Response

(Unit to Host)

Additional description

Create ties

NOTES:

• The quick multiple tie and tie input to all output commands activate all I/O switches simultaneously.

• The ! tie command, & tie command, and % tie command can be used interchangeably.

• The ! tie all command, & tie all command, and % tie all command can be used interchangeably.

Tie input

Quick multiple tie

Tie input to all outputs

to output X@,

Example:

to output X@,

Example (see 2nd Note bullet, above):

to output

Example (see 2nd Note bullet, above):

Example:

Example (see last Note bullet, above):

X@ X!*X@

X!*X@

! Out

1*3!

X!*X@

& Out

10*4&

% Out

7*5%

E+QX!*X@ E

+Q3*4!3*5%3*6&

*! In

5*!

!...X!*X@&

}

Out03

Out04

Out05

]

Qik

]

Qik

In05

•InX!•All

•In01•All

•InX!•RGB

•In10•RGB

•InX!•Vid

•In07•Vid

]

•All

]

•All

]

Tie input X! to output X@. Tie input 1 to output 3. Tie input X! to output X@. Tie input 10 RGB to output 4.

Tie input X! to output X@. Tie input 7 video to output 5.

Tie input 3 to output 4, tie input 3 to output 5, and tie input 3 to output 6.

Tie input 5 to all outputs.

TIP: 0*1! clears all ties.

Tie input to all outputs

Example (see last Note bullet, above):

Tie input to all outputs

Example (see last Note bullet, above):

Read ties

NOTES:

• The ! read tie command, & read tie command, and % read tie command can be used interchangeably.

• When the switcher is in verbose mode, the response is Out

Read tied input Read tied input, RGB output Read tied input, Vid output

*& In

8*&

*% In

10*%

In08

In10

X!] X!] X!]

•RGB

•Vid

] ]

(All)(RGB) or (Vid)].

•

Tie input 8 to all outputs.

Tie input 10 to all outputs.

Input X! is tied to output X@. Input X! is tied to output X@. Input X! is tied to output X@.

Channel mute commands

Channel mute

Channel unmute Read channel mute Global channel mute Global channel unmute

NOTE: X! = Input number (for tie) 00 – (maximum number of inputs for your conﬁguration) (00 = untied)

= Output number 01 – (maximum number of outputs for your conﬁguration)

= Mute 0 = not muted, 1 = muted

*1B VmtX@*1

*0B VmtX@*0

1*B 0*B

X#]

Vmt1 Vmt0

] ]

]

Mute output X@ channel (no signal is output, but the light output remains active). Unmute output X@ channel (signal is output).

1 = mute on, 0 = mute off.

Mute all output channels. Unmute all output channels.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Programming Guide 59

Command and Response Table for SIS Commands (continued)

Esc

+27P12*5!10*09%3*2!3*8&

Command Function SIS Command

(Host to Unit)

Response

(Unit to Host)

Additional description

Reclocking

NOTES:

• Laser board reclockers are set on a per SFP basis. If an SFP is reclocked, the corresponding input and output reclockers reclock at the same rate.

• HD‑SDI reclockers are set on a per output basis only.

Set output reclocker

Example:

Read reclocker status

X$*X%

= RteX$*

8*00=

X%]

Rte08*00

X%]

]

Set the rate for reclocker X$ to X%. Set the rate for reclocker 8 to auto. Show current rate status for reclocker X$.

Laser controls

Enable individual laser driver

Disable individual laser driver Set individual output laser driver to automatic

Read status of all laser drivers Global laser enable

NOTE: If your switcher has any BNC 3G/HD/SD‑SDI boards installed, the global commands are not available. The switcher returns E14.

Global laser disable Global laser automatic

EX!

EX! EX!

FIBR

1*FIBR

0*FIBR

2*FIBR

}

*1FIBR

*0FIBR *2FIBR

} }

FibrX!*1

FibrX!*0 FibrX!*2

} X^1X^2X^3X^

}

} }

Fibr1]

Fibr0] Fibr2]

]

] ]

...

X^n]

Enable the laser for output X!. The laser lights so long as power is applied. Disable the laser for output X!. The laser is off. Set the laser driver for output X! to automatic. The laser lights when a tie is made to output but is off when no tie is made to output the output is muted. List the laser driver status of all installed outputs. n is the highest numbered output for your switcher. Enable all output laser drivers.

Disable all output laser drivers. Set all output laser drivers to automatic.

Save, recall, and directly write global presets

NOTES:

• If you try to recall a preset that is not saved, the matrix switcher responds with the error code E11.

• The following characters are invalid or not recommended in preset names: + - , ` @ = [ ] { } ‘ “ ; : | \ and ?.

Save current conﬁguration as a global preset

Example:

Recall a global preset

Example:

, Spr

. Rpr

X&]

Spr08

X&]

Rpr05

]

Command character is a comma.

Save current ties as preset 8. Command character is a period. Recall preset 5 (becomes the current conﬁguration).

Direct write process —

NOTE: The direct write of a global preset should always be preceded by a clear global preset ties command of that same preset number.

In a directly‑written preset, the tied input of each output position (or no tied input) remains unchanged unless overwritten or cleared.

If you do not clear the ties in a global preset number before you directly write a global preset to that number, ties that are part of the

previous version of the specified preset with the same number can unexpectedly become part of the newly‑created preset.

Clear global preset ties Directly write a global preset

Example:

E+X& E+X&PX!*X@!X!*X@%X!*X@

+27P0*!

P0*!

}

X&]

Spr

! ... X!*X@&

X&]

Spr

]

Spr27

]

Spr27

}

Clear all ties in preset X&. Enter as many ties as are valid for this conﬁguration. The commands are all valid. Clear all ties in preset 27. Brackets are shown to separate ties for clarity only. Create global preset 27, which ties input 12 to output 5, input 10 to output 9, input 3 to output 2, and input 3 to output 8.

! tie, & tie, and % tie

NOTE: X! = Input number (for tie) 00 – (maximum number of inputs for your conﬁguration) (00 = untied)

= Output number 01 – (maximum number of outputs for your conﬁguration)

= SFP or reclockable output 00 – 32 or 72 (00 = global [SFP only])

X% = Output reclocking rate

01 = Automatic mode (HDSDI boards only) 02 = 1.250 Gbps (laser boards only) 04 = 4.250 Gbps (laser boards only)

= Laser control 0 = disable 1 = enable (default) 2 = automatic

= Global preset number 00 – 32 (FOX Matrix 3200) or 64 (FOX Matrix 7200) (00 = current conﬁguration)

00 = Bypass mode

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Programming Guide 60

= 2.125 Gbps (laser boards only)

Command and Response Table for SIS Commands (continued)

+7*3P12*7&11*5!4*5%6*6!

Command Function SIS Command

(Host to Unit)

Save, recall, and directly write global presets (continued)

NOTES:

• If a room is not defined (does not exist in the switcher), the matrix switcher responds with the error code E11.

• A room can contain a maximum of 16 outputs (X@s).

• An output can belong to only one room.

• The maximum number of rooms (X*s) is 10.

• The default name (X() is the room number with four trailing spaces: “Room•#X*••••”

Write room outputs

Example:

Read room outputs

Example:

Save current ties as a room preset

Example:

Recall room preset Clear room preset ties

Directly write a room preset

Example:

EX*,X@ E

8,3,04,5,6MR

EX*MR} E

}

3MR

X**X1)

3*9,

X**X1)

. Rmm

E+X**X1)

P0*!

E+X**X1)PX!*X@!X!*X@%X!*X@

Esc

, ...

]

}

]

View ties, mutes, and presets

The & read tie command and % read tie command can be used interchangeably.

NOTE:

View output ti

Example:

View output tie

Example:

View output tie

Example:

View all output mute status

NOTES:

• The switcher reports the mute status for all outputs, up to the highest numbered output on the highest numbered slot with an

I/O board installed. The switcher does not recognize gaps in the board installation. For example, if boards are installed in only slots 1 and 3, leaving slot 2 empty, the switcher returns mute status for 24 sequential outputs. The mute status for the outputs in slot 2, inputs 9 through 16, can be ones or zeroes (the switcher allows you to mute an output that is not installed, so long as it is numbered lower than the highest numbered output installed).

• The “Mut” portion of the response appears only when the switcher is in Verbose mode 1 or 3 (see the Set verbose mode SIS command on page 69).

15&

EVM}

Response

(Unit to Host)

, ...

X1)]

]

X1)] X1)]

X1)]

]

, ...

X@n]

}

Mut

X@n]

]

MprX*, Mpr8,03,04,05,06

Class1,01,02,08,09

Rmm

Rmm03

Rmm

Rmm07•Spr03

•Spr

•Spr09

•Rpr

•Spr

! ... X!*X@&

•Spr

X!]

]

X!]

]

X!]

]

1X#2X#3

...

Additional description

See the notes above. Outputs 3, 4, 5, and 6 are assigned to room 8.

]

Outputs 1, 2, 8, and 9 are assigned to room 3, which is named “Class1”. Command character is a comma.

Save current ties as preset 9 for room 3. Command character is a period.

Clear all ties in room X* preset Enter as many ties as are valid for this conﬁguration. The

! tie command, & tie, and

X1)

% tie commands are all valid and equivalent.

Brackets are shown to separate ties for clarity only. Create preset 3 for room 7, which ties input 12 to output 7, input 11 to output 5, input 4 to output 5, and input 6 to output 6.

Input X! is tied to output X@. Input 1 is tied to output 5.

Input 27 is tied to output 15.

Input 2 is tied to output 7. Each X# response is the mute status of an

output, starting from output 1. n numbered output.

is the highest‑

NOTE: X! = Input number (for tie) 00 – (maximum number of inputs for your conﬁguration) (00 = untied)

= Output number 01 – (maximum number of outputs for your conﬁguration)

= Room number (for room presets) 01 – 10 maximum (each can have up to 10 presets (

X1)

= Room preset number 01 – 10 maximum

= Room name 12 characters maximum

= Mute 0 = not muted, 1 = muted

X1)

) assigned)

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Command and Response Table for SIS Commands (continued)

1Output:

Response = tied input:

2345678

input 8 tied to output 4

13 14 15 1609 10 11 12

Input:

Response Status:

no input detected

input detected

1 23456732

Command Function SIS Command

(Host to Unit)

Response

(Unit to Host)

Additional description

View ties, mutes, and presets (continued)

View global preset conﬁguration

Command description:

Response description: Example (8 x 8 matrix):

EX&*X@

preset # (

} X!

*1VC

)*starting output # (X@)*1VC

input # (X!) tied to

23*1*1VC

}

input 2 tied to output 3

n+1

•

•X! tied to

n+1

•X! tied to

08•08•02•08•08•01•00•00•

•...•

}

no tied input

n+15

]

•Vid

Show the conﬁguration of preset X&. Show the input tied to 16 sequential outputs, starting from output

n+2

• ... •X! tied to

outputs do not exist

•--•--•--•--•--•--•--•--•

n+15

•Vid

]

Each position shown in the response is an output: left = starting output number (1 in this example), right = starting output number + 15 (16 in this example). (Outputs 9 through 16 are not present on this matrix switcher.) The number in each position is the input tied to that output.

In this example, for preset 23, video input 8 is tied to outputs 1, 2, 4, and 5; input 2 is tied to output 3; and input 1 is tied to output 6. No inputs are tied to outputs 7 and 8.

NOTE:

View room preset conﬁguration

EX&

*1*1VC} where X& = 0 returns the current conﬁguration of the switcher.

Command description:

Response description:

EX**X1)*X@

room # ( input # (

)*room preset # (

) tied to X@•X! tied to

} X!

*1VC

n+1

•

X1)

)*starting output # (X@)*1VC

•X! tied to

•...•

n+15

]

•Vid

• ... •X! tied to

Show conﬁguration of room X*, preset Show the input tied to up to 16 outputs

]

assigned to room

+15

•Vid

List input link detection

NOTE: The switcher reports the link status for all outputs, up to the highest numbered output on the highest numbered slot with an I/O

board installed. The switcher does not recognize gaps in the board installation. For example, if only two boards are installed, in slots 1 and 3, leaving slot 2 empty, the switcher returns link status for 24 sequential inputs. The input link response for the inputs supported by the board in slot 2, inputs 9 through 16, are all zeroes.

View all input connections

Example (32 x 32 matrix):

0LS

X1!1X1!2X1!3X1!

X1!n]

...

0 0 0 1 1 1 0. . .0

X1!

Each

response is the connection status of

an input, starting from input 1.

is the highest‑numbered input.

X1)

NOTE: X! = Input number (for tie) 00 – (maximum number of inputs for your conﬁguration) (00 = untied)

= Output number 01 – (maximum number of outputs for your conﬁguration)

= Global preset number 00 – 32 (FOX Matrix 3200) or 64 (FOX Matrix 7200) (00 = current conﬁguration for view only)

= Room number (for room presets) 01 – 10 maximum (each can have up to 10 presets (

X1)

= Room preset number 01 – 10 maximum

X1!

= Connection status 0 = no input connected 1 = input connected

X1)

) assigned)

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Programming Guide 62

Command and Response Table for SIS Commands (continued)

01Input:

Response #s = group:

Input 1 in group 4

02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 15 16

11 12 13 14

Input 2 not grouped Input 16 in group 4

01Input:

Response = group:

Input 1 in group 1

02 03 04 05 06 07 08

Input 8 not grouped

Command Function SIS Command

(Host to Unit)

Response

(Unit to Host)

I/O grouping

NOTE: The group that is assigned in each of the following I/O grouping commands (

Write input grouping

Example (16 x 16 matrix):

Write output grouping

Read input grouping

Example (8 x 8 matrix):

Read output grouping

EX1@1X1@

40133000044...4I

EX1@1X1@

EI} X1@1X1@2X1@

EI}

EO} X1@1X1@2X1@

X1@

}

...

}

Gri

4013300004 440004

X1@

}

...

X1@1X1@2X1@

Gri

See below. Input 1 is in Group 4,

X1@1X1@2X1@

Gro

Names

NOTES:

• The HTML language reserves certain characters for specific functions (see Special Characters on page 70).

• Do not use leading spaces in preset names.

• If a preset is unassigned, the name (X() displays [unassigned].

• If a global preset is saved, but not yet named, the default name is Preset•X&.

• If a room preset is saved, but not yet named, the default name is RmX*•Prst

Write global preset name

Example:

Read global preset name

Example:

Write room preset name

Example:

Read room preset name Write input name

Example:

Read input name Write output name

Example:

Read output name

EX&,X(NG}

1,Security 1NG

}

NmgX&, Nmg01,Security 1

EX&NG} X(] E

}

2NG

EX**X1),X(NP} E

1*3,Podium_DVDNP}Nmp01*3,Podium_DVD

Security 2 NmpX**

EX**X1)NP} X(] EX1#,X(NI} E

1,Podium camNI

}

X1#,X(]

Nmi Nmi01,Podium cam

EX1#NI} X(] EX@,X(NO} E

1,Main PJ1NO

}

NmoX@, Nmo01,Main PJ1

EX@NO} X(]

X1@n]

...

X1@n]

...

X(]

]

X1),X(]

X(]

Additional description

X1@

) must be 1, 2, 3, 4, or 0 (not grouped).

X1@n]

...

X1@n]

...

11133000

X1)

]

Each an input, starting from input 1. n is the highest‑numbered input.

Input 2 is in Group 0 (not grouped), ... Input 16 is in Group 4.

Each an output, starting from output 1.

is the highest‑numbered output. Each an input, starting from input 1.

is the highest‑numbered input.

Each an output, starting from output 1.

is the highest‑numbered output.

Name global preset 1 “Security 1.”

Global preset 2 is named “Security 2.”

]

Name room 1, preset 3 “Podium_DVD.”

Name input 1 “Podium cam.”

Name output 1 “Main PJ1.”

X1@

entry is the group number assigned to

X1@

entry is the group number assigned to

X1@

entry is the group number assigned to

X1@

entry is the group number assigned to

NOTE: X@ = Output number 01 – (maximum number of outputs for your conﬁguration)

= Global preset number 00 – 32 (FOX Matrix 3200) or 64 (FOX Matrix 7200) (00 = current conﬁguration)

= Room # (for room presets) 01 – 10 (each can have up to 10 presets (X(s) assigned)

= Room name 12 characters maximum

X1)

= Room preset number 00 – 10 maximum (0 = current conﬁguration for room)

X1@

= Group number (for I/O grouping) 1 (group 1) through 4 (group 4) (or 0 = no group)

X1#

= Input number (for other than tie) 01 – (maximum number of inputs for your conﬁguration)

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Programming Guide 63

Command and Response Table for SIS Commands (continued)

Command Function SIS Command

(Host to Unit)

Response

(Unit to Host)

Additional description

Front panel lockout (Executive mode)

Lock front panel Unlock front panel View lock status

1X 0X X

Exe1 Exe0

X1$]

] ]

Enable executive mode. Disable executive mode.

Resets

Reset global presets and names Reset one global preset Reset all mutes Reset room map Reset individual room Reset all room presets Reset individual room preset Reset whole switcher

Absolute reset

Reset all device settings

EZG}

EX&ZG} EZZ} EZR} EX*ZR} EZP} EX**X1)ZP}

ZXXX

ZQQQ

}

EZY}

]

Zpg

X&]

Zpg

]

Zpz

]

Zpr

X*]

Zpr

]

Zpp ZppX**

]

Zpx

]

Zpq

]

Zpy

X1)]

Clear all global presets and their names.

Clear global preset X&. Unmute all outputs. Clear all room deﬁnitions. Delete room X*. Clear all room presets and names. Clear an individual room preset and name.

Clear all ties and presets, rooms, and I/O names. Similar to Reset whole switcher, plus clear the IP address to 192.168.254.254 and subnet mask to 255.255.000.000.

File management

NOTE: The response to the View File Directory command differs, depending on whether the command is sent via an RS‑232/RS‑422 or

Telnet connection or sent via a web browser connection.

View ﬁle directory RS‑232/RS‑422 port and Telnet

View ﬁle directory Web browser

Erase user‑supplied web pages/ﬁles

EDF}

<filename>EF

}

filename1,date/time,length] filename2,date/time,length filename3,date/time,length

• •

filenamen,date/time,length # of Bytes•Left

Var file = new array (); File [1] = ‘filename1,date1,filesize1‘; File [2] = ‘filename2,date2,filesize2‘; File [3] = ‘filename3,date3,filesize3‘;

• •

File [n] = ‘filenamen,daten,filesizen‘; File [n+1] = # of Bytes•Left

Del<filename>

]]

]

] ]

]

List user‑supplied ﬁles.

NOTE: X& = Global preset number 01 – 32 (FOX Matrix 3200) or 64 (FOX Matrix 7200)

= Room # (for room presets) 01 – 10 (each can have up to 10 presets (X(s) assigned)

X1)

= Room preset number 01 – 10 maximum

X1$

= Lock mode status 0 = unlocked 1 = locked

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Programming Guide 64

Command and Response Table for SIS Commands (continued)

Ether protocol firmware

Description

* indicates the version running Upload date and time

1.23

Command Function SIS Command

(Host to Unit)

Response

(Unit to Host)

Additional description

Information requests

Information request

Slot/plane/LC information Request part number

Request part number and board conﬁguration

Read reclocker status

NOTE: The switcher automatically detects and reclocks the signal if the rate is 4.25 Gbps only. Other rates are ignored.

View SFP module status

NOTE: There are up to three separate sets of Extron ﬁrmware on which the switcher can report: the controller ﬁrmware, which is the

overall control ﬁrmware; the Ethernet protocol ﬁrmware, which handles the Ethernet interface; and the latest optional Extron ﬁrmware update, which is available at www.extron.com.

Query ﬁrmware version

Example:

Query controller ﬁrmware version (verbose)

Response description: Example:

X1*

I N *N

X2)

40*

Q Q

Ethernet protocol ﬁrmware version‑controller ﬁrmware version‑updated ﬁrmware version

X1%XX1^•AX1%XX1^•SX1&1X1&

X1(1X1(2X1(3X1(4X1(5X1(6X1(7X1(8]

68-nnnn-nn 68-nnnn-nn.

]

X1&1X1&2X1&

X%]

X2!•X2@•X2#•X2$]

X2%]

]

1.23

X2%-X2^-X2^]

X1&n]

...

X1%XX1^

V and outputs for this conﬁguration. A S in each slot. n is either 4 or 9, depending on the model.

See www.extron.com, for part numbers.

X1&n]

...

Part number (see below) plus I/O boards installed. n is either 4 or 9, depending on the model.

Show current rate status for reclocker X$.

The factory‑installed controller ﬁrmware version is 1.23 (sample value only). Provide a detailed status of the Ethernet protocol ﬁrmware, the controller ﬁrmware, and any ﬁrmware upgrade. The ﬁrmware that is running is marked by an asterisk (*). A caret (^) indicates that the ﬁrmware has a bad checksum or an invalid load. ?.?? indicates that ﬁrmware is not loaded.

shows the number of available inputs

X1%XX1^

has no meaning for this product.

X1&1X1&

X1&

...

shows the board type installed

-1.00(1.68-FOMX Series -Wed, 20 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT)-1.00*(1.06-FOMX Series -Mon, 17 Mar 2007 16:39:21 GMT)

net

Fiber Matrix firmware version Updated firmware version

]

NOTE:

X1%

= Number (quantity) of inputs 8, 16, 24, 32, 40, 48, 56, 64, or 72

X1^

= Number (quantity) of outputs 8, 16, 24, 32, 40, 48, 56, 64, or 72

X1& = Board installed 0 = No board installed 4 = Non‑pathological multimode board

1 = Non‑reclocking multimode board 5 = Non‑pathological singlemode board 2 = Non‑reclocking singlemode board 6 = Pathological singlemode board 3 =

X1*

= I/O board slot number 1 – 9 (FOX Matrix 7200) or 1 – 4 ( FOX Matrix 3200)

X1( =

Transceiver module installed

1 2

X2)

= Transceiver module number 01 – 72 (or maximum number of transceiver modules for your conﬁguration)

X2!

= Vendor/manufacturer name

X2@

= Transmit output power in milliwatts

X2#

= Receive optical power in milliwatts

X2$

= SFP temperature Degrees Celsius

X2%

= Firmware version number to second decimal place (x.xx)

X2^

= Verbose ﬁrmware version‑description‑upload date/time. See above.

X% = Output reclocking rate 00 = Bypass mode

01 = Automatic mode (HDSDI boards only) 03 = 2.125 Gbps (laser boards only) 02 = 1.250 Gbps (laser boards only) 04 = 4.250 Gbps (laser boards only)

X$ = SFP or reclockable output number 00 – 32 or 72 (00 = global [SFP only])

3G, SDI, HD‑SDI board

= No module installed = Non‑pathological multimode module = Non‑pathological singlemode module

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Programming Guide 65

X = Unknown board or mix of transceivers

= 3G‑SDI, HD‑SDI, SD‑SDI module

= Pathological singlemode module

Command and Response Table for SIS Commands (continued)

Backplane receiving 12.00 V Internal temperature 80.6° F

Fan 1 rotating at 3,013 RPM3.3 V power system at 3.27 V

3.27

Command Function SIS Command

(Host to Unit)

Response

(Unit to Host)

Additional description

Information requests (continued)

Request system status FOX Matrix 3200 Response: FOX Matrix 7200 Response:

Response description (FOX Matrix 3200):

+3.3V•+5V•+1.3V•+1.2V•+12V (fan volts)•+12V (redundant PS)•+12V (primary PS)•Temp•Fan 1 RPM•Fan 2 RPM

Response description (FOX Matrix 7200):

+3.3V•+5V•+1.3V•+1.2V•+12V (fan volts)•+12V (redundant PS)•+12V (primary PS)•Temp•Fan 1 RPM•Fan 2 RPM•Fan 3 RPM•Fan 4 RPM

Example (Matrix 3200):

NOTE:

X2&

= Voltage Positive or negative voltage and magnitude

X2*

= Temperature Degrees Fahrenheit

X2(

= Fan speed In revolutions per minute (RPM)

X2&•X2&•X2&•X2&•X2&•X2&•X2&•X2*•X2(•X2(] X2&•X2&•X2&•X2&•X2&•X2&•X2&•X2*•X2(•X2(•X2(•X2(]

]

•4.95•1.28•1.22•12.00•12.06•12.12•+080.60•03013•02860

]

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Programming Guide 66

Command and Response Table for IP- and SNMP-Specific SIS Commands

Symbol definitions

X4) = Matrix name (Up to 24 alphanumeric characters)

NOTE: The HTML language reserves certain characters for speciﬁc functions (see Special Characters on page 70).

X4! = Default name Matrix 3200 — FOX-4G-Matrix-3- + last 3 pairs of MAC address

Matrix 7200 — FOX-4G-Matrix-7- + last 3 pairs of MAC address

X4@ = Time and date (for set) In the format: MM/DD/YY•HH:MM:SS where:

MM = month: 01 (January) through 12 (December) DD = day: 01 through 31 YY = year: 00 through 99 HH = hour: 00 through 23 MM = minutes: 00 through 59 SS = seconds: 00 through 59

X4# = Time and date (for read) In the format: Day,•DD•Mmm•YYYY•HH:MM:SS where:

Day = weekday: Mon through Sun DD = date: 01 through 31 Mmm = month: Jan through Dec YYYY = year: 2000 through 2099 HH = hour: 00 through 24 MM = minutes: 00 through 59 SS = seconds: 00 through 59

X4$ = GMT offset –12.0 through +14.0. Hours and minutes removed from GMT X4% = Daylight Saving Time 0 = Daylight Saving Time off or ignore 2 = Daylight Saving Time on (Europe)

1 = Daylight Saving Time on (North America) 3 = Daylight Saving Time on (Brazil)

X4^ = IP address ###.###.###.### X4& = Hardware (MAC) address ##‑##‑##‑##‑##‑## X4* = Number of open connections 0 – 255 X4( = Password 12 alphanumeric characters

NOTE: The HTML language reserves certain characters for speciﬁc functions (see Special Characters on page 70).

X5) = Domain name Standard domain name rules apply (for example: xxx.com)

NOTE: The HTML language reserves certain characters for speciﬁc functions (see Special Characters on page 70). The @ character is

acceptable only as the lead‑in to the domain name (such as

@extron.com

X5! = E‑mail account 1 through 5 65 – 69. 65 = e‑mail recipient 1, 66 = 2, 67 = 3, ... 69 = recipient 5 X5@ = E‑mail address Typical e‑mail address format (for example: nnnn@xxx.com) X5# = Notiﬁcation selections, part 1 I = inputs F = fans P = power supply X5$ = Notiﬁcation selections, part 2 If

X5#

= I, then = F, then = P, then

= 00 (all inputs), or 01 through 32 (72) (input 1 through 32 [72])

X5$

= 00 (all fans)

X5$

= 00 (both power supplies).

X5$

X5% = Notify when? 0 = no response 1 = fail/missing 2 = ﬁxed/restored

3 = both 1 & 2 4 = suspend

X5^ = DHCP and SNMP 0 = off or disable, 1 = on or enable X5& = Port # 00 (all ports), 01 (rear panel), 02 (front panel), 03 – 99 X5* = Baud rate 9600, 19200, 38400, 115200 X5( = Parity odd, even, none, mark, space (Only the ﬁrst letter required.) X6) = Data bits 7, 8 X6! = Stop bits 1, 2 X6@ = Port type 0 = RS‑232 1 = RS‑422 X6# = Verbose mode 0 = clear/none (default for Telnet connection) 2 = tagged responses for queries

1 = verbose mode (default for RS‑232/RS‑422 3 = verbose mode and tagged for queries

NOTE: If tagged responses are enabled, all read commands return the constant string and the value as the set command does (for

example, the read matrix name command, E

} returns

Ipn

•X4)]).

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Programming Guide 67

X6$ = Port timeout (10‑sec. increments) 1 (= 10 seconds) – 65000 (default is 30 = 300 seconds = 5 minutes) X6% = SMNP port number 00000 (= disable) – nnnnn. Default = 00161. Leading zeroes are not necessary for entry. X6^ =

SNMP contact name and location

Up to 64 alphanumeric characters. Default = Not•Specified.

X6& = SNMP community name Up to 64 alphanumeric characters.

Default = public (for read community) or private (for read‑write community).

X6* = Trap target 1 – 3 X6( = SNMP trap version 2 or 3, or 0 = empty (default) if no target set

= SNMP target 1 through 3 70 – 72. 70 = SNMP target 1, ... 72 = target 3

X7)

Command and Response Table for IP- and SNMP-Speciﬁc SIS Commands

Command Function

IP setup commands

Set matrix name Read matrix name (location) Reset matrix name to factory default

Set time and date Read time and date Set GMT offset

Example:

Read GMT offset Set Daylight Saving Time Read Daylight Savings Time Set IP address Read IP address Read hardware address Read # of open connections Set subnet mask Read subnet mask Set gateway IP address Read gateway IP address Set administrator password Read administrator password Reset (clear) administrator

password Set user password Read user password Reset (clear) user password Set mail server, domainname

Read mail server, domainname Set e‑mail recipient

Example:

Read e‑mail recipient

SIS Command

(Host to Unit)

EX4)CN}

Response

(Unit to Host)

X4)]

Ipn•

ECN} X4)]

•CN

X4@CT}

}

Ipn•

Ipt

X4)]

X4@] ECT} X4#] EX4$CZ}

8.3CZ

}

X4$]

Ipz

Ipz+08:30

] ECZ} X4$] EX4%CX} X4%] ECX} X4%] EX4^CI}

Ipi

X4^] ECI} X4^] ECH} X4&] ECC} X4*] EX4^CS}

Ips

X4^] ECS} X4^] EX4^CG}

Ipg

X4^] ECG} X4^] EX4(CA}

Ipa•

X4(] ECA} X4(] E

}

•CA

EX4(CU}

Ipa•

Ipu•

]

X4(] ECU} X4(] E

}

•CU

EX4^,X5),X4(CM}

]

Ipu•

X4^,X5),X4(]

Ipm

ECM} X4^,X5),X4(] EX5!,X5@CR}

69,Jsmith@folklore.netCR

X5!,X5@,]

Ipr

}

Ipr69,Jsmith@folklore.net,

EX5!CR} X5@,]

Additional description

“FOX-Matrix-3 (7)‑” plus the last 3 pairs of the MAC address.

In the command, the divider between hours and minutes can be either a colon or a period. In the response, the divider is a colon.

8.3 = 8:30

Reads MAC address.

This command sets the e‑mail recipient. To receive e‑mail notiﬁcations, you must then set the events that the switcher reports, using one or more separate

Set e-mail (EM) SIS commands (on the

next page).

]

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Programming Guide 68

Command and Response Table for SIS Commands (continued)

Command and Response Table for IP- and SNMP-Speciﬁc SIS Commands (continued)

Command Function

IP setup commands (continued)

Set e-mail events for recipient

Example:

Read e-mail notiﬁcations for one account (recipient)

Set DHCP on or off Read DHCP on or off status

Set serial port parameters

Read serial port parameters Set serial port mode

Read serial port mode Set verbose mode Read verbose mode Conﬁgure current port timeout Read current port timeout Conﬁgure global IP port timeout Read global IP port timeout

SNMP setup commands

NOTE: See SNMP Settings Page, on page 103. This HTML page provides introductory information about Simple Network

Management Protocol (SNMP) and is the preferred method for performing the functions listed below.

Port mapping

Map SNMP port Reset SNMP port to default Disable SNMP port

View current SNMP port

Unit contact name and location

NOTE: No contact or location (as opposed to Not•Specified, the default value) is not a valid entry.

Set unit contact info Reset unit contact info to default View unit contact info Set unit location info Reset unit location info to default View unit location info

Community names

Set unit read-only community name Reset read-only community name to default View unit read-only name Set unit read-write community name Reset read-write community name to default View unit read-write name

}

Response

(Unit to Host)

X5#X5!*X5$*X5%*0]

Ipe

IpeI69*63*3*0

X5%X5%X5%

X5^] X5^

Idh

...

X5%]

SIS Command

(Host to Unit)

EX5#X5!,X5$,X5%

I69,63,3,0EM

EX5#X5!,X5$

EX5^DH}

,0EM

}

EDH} X5^] EX5&*X5*,X5(,X6),X6!CP}

Cpn

X5&

X5*,X5(,X6),X6!]

•Ccp

EX5&CP} X5*,X5(,X6),X6!]

EX5&*X6@CY}

Cpn

X5&

X6@] X6@

•Cty

EX5&CY} X6@] EX6#CV}

Vrb

X6#] ECV} X6#] E0*X6$TC} E

} X6*]

0TC

E1*X6$TC} E

} X6*]

1TC

EAX6% E

A161PMAP

A0PMAP

APMAP

ECX6^ E

C•SNMP

CSNMP

ELX6^ E

L•SNMP

LSNMP

EPX6& E

P•SNMP

PSNMP

EXX6&

X•SNMP

XSNMP

}

PMAP

}

} X6%]

}

SNMP

}

} X6^]

}

SNMP

}

} X6^]

}

SNMP

}

} X6&]

}

SNMP

}

} X6&]

X6$]

Pti0*

X6$]

Pti1*

X6%]

PmapA PmapA00161 PmapA00000

SnmpC* SnmpC*Not•Specified

SnmpL* SnmpL*Not•Specified

SnmpP* SnmpP*public

SnmpX*

SnmpX*private

] ]

X6^]

X6&]

]

X6&]

]

Additional description

You must ﬁrst have set an e-mail recipient for the separate Set e-mail recipient (CR) command on the previous page.

E-mail account #69 (recipient #5, JSmith), will receive fail/missing and ﬁxed/restored messages for input 63.

: 0 = off, 1 = on

: 0 = RS-232, 1 = RS-422

Assign a speciﬁc port. Default:161.

Assign no port for SNMP. Assign a valid port to enable.

Set contact info to

]

Set location info to

]

Set read-only (public) name to

Set read-write (private) name to

X5!

variable, using the

X6^

X6&

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Programming Guide 69

Command Function

SIS Command

(Host to Unit)

SNMP setup commands (continued)

Access enable

Enable SNMP access and traps Disable SNMP access and traps View SNMP access setting

E E E

Trap targets

Set trap target Clear trap target View trap target

ETX6&,X6**X4^*X6( ETX6* ETX6*

Trap target notiﬁcations

Set SNMP events for target

Example:

Read SNMP events for target

EX5#X7),X5$,X5%

EF72,0,1,1EM} IpeF72*0*1*1

EX5#X7),X5$EM} X5%X5%X5%

Special Characters

The HTML language reserves certain characters for specific functions. The switcher does not accept these characters as part of preset names, name of the switcher, passwords, or locally created file names.

The following characters are not valid or not recommended: {space (spaces are ok for names)} + ~ , @ = ‘ [ ] { } < > ’ “ semicolon (;) colon (:) | \ and ?.

Response

(Unit to Host)

E1SNMP SnmpE*1

}

E0SNMP

} X5^]

ESNMP

SNMP}SnmpT

}

,0SNMP

} X6&,X6**X4^*X6(]

SNMP

,1EM

}

SnmpE*0

X6&,X6**X4^*X6(]

SnmpT*,

X5#X7)*X5$*X5%*1]

Ipe

] ]

X6*

*0.0.0.0*0

]

X5%*1]

...

Additional description

Default is disabled.

]

Notify target

X5#, X5$

Notify account #72 (SNMP target #3) upon any fan failure.

X7)

of events deﬁned by

X5%

, and

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Programming Guide 70

Matrix Software

This section introduces the following software programs, which are available on the Extron website:

• Matrix Switchers Control Program

• Button Label Generator Program

Matrix Switchers Control Program

The Extron Matrix Switchers Control Program provides an easy way to set up ties and sets of ties. The program is compatible with Windows 2000, Windows XP, and later. Updates to this program can be downloaded from the Extron website.

The program communicates with the switcher via the following ports:

• Rear panel LAN port — A password‑protected RJ‑45 connection (see Ethernet

Connection on page 13 and “Software Operation via Ethernet,“ below).

• Rear panel Remote RS-232/RS-422 port — A 9‑pin D connector for serial RS‑232

or RS‑422 control (see Remote port on page 13 and Software Operation via a

Serial Port, on the next page).

• Front Panel Configuration port — A 2.5 mm mini stereo jack for serial RS‑232

control only (see Front Panel Configuration Port on page 17 and Software

Operation via a Serial Port, on the next page).

Software Operation via Ethernet

When a matrix switcher is connected to an Ethernet WAN or LAN, up to 200 users can be connected to operate it, locally or remotely, using the Matrix Switchers Control Program (see

Ethernet Connection on page 13 for installation details).

Connection to the switcher via the Ethernet is password protected. There are two levels of password protection:

• Administrators have full access to all FOX Matrix switching capabilities and editing

functions.

• Users can select inputs and outputs, set and recall presets, and view all settings with

the exception of passwords.

If the same password or no password is required for logging on, all personnel log on with administrator privileges. Fields and functions that exceed user privileges are not available in the Matrix Switchers Control Program when the operator is logged on as a user.

Ethernet protocol settings

The IP Settings/Options window (see figure 36 on page 76) provides a location for viewing and, if connected via a serial port or if logged on via the LAN port as an administrator, editing settings unique to the Ethernet interface.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Matrix Software 71

Software Operation via a Serial Port

— OR

The serial ports are independent of one another. A front panel Configuration port connection and a rear panel Remote RS‑232/RS‑422 port connection can be active at the same time.

The default serial port protocol of both ports is as follows:

• 9600 baud • No parity • 8 data bits

• 1 stop bit • No flow control

The serial ports can be configured to operate at the 9600, 19200, 38400, or 115200 baud rate but Extron recommends leaving these ports at 9600 baud only.

See the Serial port parameters SIS commands on page 69 to configure either port using an SIS command.

Installing the Software

The Matrix Switchers Control Program and Firmware Loader are available on the Extron website, www.extron.com. Download and install both programs as follows:

NOTE: Steps 1 through 6, below, are also used to download firmware update packages.

1. Visit the Extron website, www.extron.com, and click the Download tab (see figure 31).

—

Figure 31. Downloading a Software or Firmware Package

2. Click the Software or Firmware link as appropriate to the operation you are performing.

FOX Matrix 3200 and 7200 Switchers • Matrix Software 72

3. Select the desired software or firmware file to download and click Download.

TIP: Click the desired Filter By: letter to jump to the correct page of downloads.

4. Enter the requested personal information;

TIP: Click Remember Me to eliminate step 4 in future downloads.

5. Click Download to copy the software or firmware to your computer.

6. Click Run to confirm that you want to run the installation.

7. For a firmware download, exit this procedure and return to Updating the Firmware

on page 80 or Firmware Upgrade Page on page 105.

8. Follow the on‑screen instructions. The installation creates a C:\Program Files\Extron\

Matrix_Switchers directory, and it places the following four icons into a group folder

named “Extron Electronics\Matrix Switchers”:

NOTE: The folder is C:\Program Files(x86)\ ... for Windows 7 or Windows 8.

• MATRIX Switcher + Control Program

• MATRIX Switcher + Help

• Check for Matrix Updates

• Uninstall MATRIX Switcher

Using the Matrix Switcher Control Software

Many items found in the Matrix Switchers Control Program are also accessible via front panel controls (see Front Panel Operations on page 25) and under SIS control (see the

Programming Guide section, beginning on page 52).

1. To run the Matrix Switchers Control Program, click

Start

Programs

MATRIX Switcher + Control Pgm

The Comm Port Selection window (see figure 32) appears.

Figure 32. Comm Port Selection Window

2. Choose either the Comm port that is connected to the rear panel Remote port or front

panel Config (RS‑232) port, IP

• If you selected a comm port, check the baud rate displayed in the comm port

selection dialog box.

Extron Electronics

[LAN]

, or

Matrix Switchers

Emulate

NOTE: To change the baud rate, click the

Baud

button and

double‑click the desired baud rate. The default is 9600.

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Click OK. The Extron Matrix Switchers Control Program window appears, displaying the current configuration of the attached matrix (see figure 34 and figure 35 on the next page). Proceed to step 4.

If you selected IP

• If you selected

3. If you selected

IP [LAN]

[LAN]

, click OK and proceed to step 3.

Emulate

, click OK and see Using Emulation Mode on page 89.

in step 2, the IP Connection dialog box appears

(see figure 33).

Figure 33. Address and Password Entry a. Examine the Matrix IP Address field in the IP Connection window. The field displays

the last Matrix IP address entered.

If the IP address is correct: Proceed to step 3b. If the address is not correct: Either click in the

Matrix IP Address

field and

enter the IP address or click on the scroll down button ( ) and select from among the recently used addresses. Proceed to step 3b.

NOTE: If the local system administrators have not changed the value, the

factory‑specified default, 192.168.254.254, is the correct value for this field.

b. If the switcher is password protected, click in the

Password

field and enter the

appropriate administrator or user password.

c. Click

Connect

. The Extron Matrix Switchers Control Program window appears,

displaying the current configuration of the attached matrix (see figure 34 and

figure 35 on the next page). Proceed to step 4.

• If you logged on using the administrator password or if no password was

required, the program connects you to the matrix switcher with all of the administrator rights and privileges.

• If you logged on using the user password, the program connects you to the

matrix switcher with only user capabilities.

• If an incorrect password was entered, the program beeps and returns to the

password entry display.

4. Operate the switcher as desired.

• To create a tie, drag an input box to one or more output boxes. To remove a tie,

drag the output box to its tied input box or to the trash can.

• To make the control program easier to use, assign a device icon to each input and

output. Click on a box that represents an input or output, and drag the desired icon onto the box from the icon palette that appears.

• For quick display of information on a specific input or output device, position the

cursor over that device in the control program window. The program opens a window that details the connection to that device (see the inset box in figure 35).

TIP: You can print a map of the current configuration by clicking

Tie Map

File

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Figure 34. Extron Matrix Switchers Control Program Window

(no Icons or Ties)

Figure 35. Sample Program Window (Icons Assigned and Ties Created)

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IP Settings/Options window

The IP Settings/Options window (click location for viewing and, if connected via the either serial port or if you are logged on via the LAN port as an administrator, editing settings unique to the Ethernet interface. See the

Ethernet Link section, beginning on page 117 for basic information about IP addresses.

None of the fields on this screen can be edited while you are logged on as a user.

Tools

IP options

, see figure 36) provides a

Figure 36. Control Program IP Setting/Options Window

NOTES:

• Editing variables in the IP Settings/Options window while connected via the

Ethernet port can immediately disconnect the user from the switcher. Extron recommends editing the settings on this screen using a serial port and protecting the Ethernet access to this screen by assigning an administrator password to qualiﬁed and knowledgeable personnel only.

• When the control program is connected to the switcher via the RS‑232 link, the

Administrator Password

and

User Password

ﬁelds are not masked. If a password has been inadvertently changed to an unknown value, you can look up and change a password in this window without knowing the current password.

Address and Name fields

• The

Valid addresses consist of four 1‑, 2‑, or 3‑digit numeric subfields, properly called octets, separated by dots (periods). Each octet can be numbered from 000 through 255. Leading zeroes, up to 3 digits total per field, are optional. Values of 256 and above are invalid.

Matrix IP Address

field contains the IP address of the connected matrix switcher.

This value is encoded in the flash memory in the switcher.

Gateway IP Address

field identifies the address of the gateway to the controlling

PC to be used if the matrix switcher and the mail server are not on the same subnet.

Subnet Mask

field is used to determine whether the matrix switcher is on the same

subnet as the controlling PC when you are subnetting. For more information, see the

Subnetting — A Primer section on page 122.

Mail Server IP Address

field displays the IP address of the mail server that

handles the e‑mail for the facility in which the FOX matrix switcher is installed.

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The default addresses are as follows, but if these conflict with other equipment at your installation, you can change the addresses to any valid value:

• IP address 192.168.254.254 • Gateway address 0.0.0.0

• Subnet mask 255.255.0.0

NOTES:

• The address ﬁelds are unavailable when DHCP is selected.

• Editing the addresses while connected via the Ethernet port can immediately

disconnect the user from the switcher. Extron recommends editing this ﬁeld using one of the serial ports and protecting the Ethernet access by assigning an administrator password to qualiﬁed and knowledgeable personnel only.

The

Extron Name/Descriptor

field contains the name of the matrix switcher. This

descriptor can be changed to any valid name, up to 12 alphanumeric characters. The

Mail Server Domain Name

field displays the domain name that the FOX matrix switcher

uses to log on to the e‑mail server. Standard domain conventions (such as xxx.com) apply.

NOTE: The HTML language reserves certain characters for specific functions (see

Special Characters on page 70). In the

Mail Server Domain Name

field, the @

character is acceptable only as the lead‑in to the domain name (such as @folklore.net).

Edit any of these fields as follows:

1. Click in the desired field. The graphic cursor becomes a text cursor.

2. Edit the address or name as desired.

3. Press the <Tab> key on the keyboard or click in another field to exit the field.

4. Click the

Take

button to make the address change take affect.

Hardware Address field

The hardware address is hardcoded in the FOX matrix switcher and cannot be changed.

Use DHCP check box

The

Use DHCP

check box directs the FOX matrix switcher to ignore any entered IP addresses and to obtain its IP address from a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server (if the network is DHCP capable). Contact the local system administrator to determine whether to use DHCP.

Date, Time (local), and GMT (offset) fields

The

Date

field displays the current date in the Greenwich Mean Time zone.

The

Time (local)

The

GMT

field displays the amount of time, in hours and minutes, that the local time varies

from the GMT international time reference.

NOTE: Rather than the following procedure, you can click the

to set the switcher to the internal time of your computer.

field displays the current time in the local time zone.

Sync Time to PC

button

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If desired, adjust any of these values as follows:

1. Click in the desired field. The field changes to an editable field appropriate to the value

being changed and the graphic cursor becomes a text cursor.

• The

Date

field becomes a set date field, with the date in the

format (M)M/(D)D/YYYY. Leading zeroes are not shown.

• The

Time (local)

field becomes a set time field, with the

time in the format HH:MM:SS (00:00:00 to 23:59:59).

• The

GMT

field becomes a set offset field, with the offset in the format

±HH:MM (–12:00 to +14:00).

2. Edit the field as desired to set the proper value. For time, remember to use 24‑hour

time. Leading zeroes are optional.

3. Press the <Tab> key on the keyboard or click in another field to exit the set date field.

4. Click the

Take

button to make the date change take affect.

Sync Time to PC button

Clicking the internal time to the switcher in a set time command.

Sync Time to PC

button causes the computer you are operating to send its

Use Daylight Saving check box

To turn Daylight Saving Time on and off for North America, select the check box. When Daylight Saving Time is turned on, the switcher automatically updates its internal clock between Standard Time and Daylight Saving Time in the spring and fall on the date that the time change occurs in North America. When Daylight Saving Time is turned off, the switcher does not adjust its time reference.

Use Daylight Saving

NOTE: For Daylight Saving Time in Europe and Brazil, see the Set Daylight Saving

Time SIS command on page 68.

Administrator Password and User Password fields

The Administrator Password field displays the password required to log on to the matrix switcher via the Ethernet port with all of the rights and privileges of the administrator. The User Password field displays the password required to log on to the matrix switcher via the Ethernet port as a user, without all of the rights and privileges of the administrator. Passwords are case sensitive and are limited to 12 upper‑case and lower‑case alphanumeric characters.

Both password fields are masked with asterisks (************) as a security measure.

NOTES:

• Editing the Administrator Password ﬁeld while connected via the Ethernet port can

immediately disconnect the user from the switcher. Extron recommends editing this ﬁeld using either serial port and protecting the Ethernet access to this screen by assigning an administrator password to qualiﬁed and knowledgeable personnel only.

• An administrator password must be created before a user password can be

created.

• The HTML language reserves certain characters for speciﬁc functions (see Special

Characters on page 70).

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Edit either password field as follows:

Miles Standish

From: FOX-Matrix-3-03-E0-C1@folklore.net Sent: Wednesday, January 16, 2013 11:22 AM To: Miles Standish Subject: FOX-Matrix-3-03-E0-C1 - Fans restored.

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 11:22:48 Unit Name = FOX-Matrix-3-03-E0-C1 Unit IP Address = 192-168-254-254

1. Click in the desired

Password

field. The pointer tool becomes a text cursor.

2. Edit the case‑sensitive password as desired.

3. Press the <Tab> key on the keyboard or click in another field to exit the

4. Click the

Take

button to make the password change take effect.

Password

field.

Mail Server IP Address field

The

Mail Server IP Address

field displays the IP address of the mail server that handles the e‑mail for the facility in which the matrix switcher is installed. Standard IP protocol rules apply to the mail server IP address.

Edit this field as follows:

1. Click in the

Mail Server IP Address

field. The pointer tool becomes a text cursor.

2. Edit the IP address as desired.

3. Press the <Tab> key on the keyboard or click in another field to exit the

Address

4. Click the

field.

Take

button to make the address change take effect.

Mail Server IP

Mail Server Domain Name field

The

Mail Server Domain Name

to log on to the e‑mail server. Standard domain conventions (such as xxx.com) apply.

field displays the domain name that the matrix switcher uses

NOTE: The HTML language reserves certain characters for specific functions (see

Special Characters on page 70). In the

Mail Server Domain Name

field, the @

character is only acceptable as the lead‑in to the domain name (such as @folklore.net).

Edit this field as follows:

1. Click in the

Mail Server Domain Name

field. The pointer becomes a text cursor.

2. Edit the name as desired.

3. Press the <Tab> key on the keyboard or click in another field to exit the

Domain Name

4. Click the

field.

Take

button to make the name change take effect.

Mail Server

E-mail Addressee fields

The five the personnel to whom the FOX matrix switcher e‑mails notification of its failure and repair status. Figure 37 shows a typical e‑mail from the switcher.

E-mail Addressee

fields permit the administrator to identify the e‑mail addresses of

Figure 37. Typical FOX Matrix Switcher E-mail

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The radio buttons and check boxes associated with each address field permit the administrator to specify specific e‑mail requirements for each recipient.

Edit these fields and controls as follows:

1. Click in the desired

2. Edit the e‑mail address as desired. Standard e‑mail address conventions

(for example: nnnnn@xxx.com) apply.

3. Press the <Tab> key on the keyboard or click in another field to exit the

Addressee

4. In the square associated with each addressee, select one or more options about which

the addressee is to be e‑mailed: missing input(s), fans, and power supply. In the floating box that contains the input numbers, select the inputs to be monitored.

5. In the round radio buttons associated with each addressee, select whether the

addressee is to be e‑mailed of failures, fixes, both, or not to be notified. The

None

radio button is useful for temporarily removing personnel from the e‑mail list

when they are unavailable, such as when travelling or on vacation.

6. If desired, click the

7. Click the

Take

Updating the Firmware

The firmware upgrade utility provides a way to replace the firmware that is coded on the control board of the switcher without taking the switcher out of service.

E-mail Addressee

field. The graphic cursor becomes a text cursor.

field.

Send test E-mail

button to test the e‑mail function.

button to make the e‑mail address changes take affect.

E-mail

NOTE: Upgrading the firmware does not overwrite the current configuration or

presets.

Update the switcher firmware as follows:

1. Perform steps 1 through 5 of Installing the Software, on page 72, to download the

firmware upgrade from the Extron website.

2. Click Run in the File Download and Security Warning dialog boxes (see figure 38 on

the next page). The PC extracts the firmware update received from the Extron website and starts the Extron Installation Program to extract the firmware file.

3. Click

in the Firmware Upgrade window. The program extracts the firmware files

and places them in a folder identified in the InstallShield Wizard window.

ATTENTION: The ﬁrmware ﬁle must have an .s19 extension. Other ﬁle types can

cause the switcher to stop functioning.

NOTES:

• Note the folder to which the firmware file is saved. When downloaded

from the Extron website, the ﬁrmware is placed in a subfolder of:

• Windows 7 or Windows 8: C:\Program Files (x86)\Extron\Firmware

• Older versions: C:\Program Files\Extron\Firmware

• The original factory‑installed ﬁrmware is permanently available on the matrix

switcher. If the attempted ﬁrmware upload fails, the switcher reverts to the factory‑installed ﬁrmware.

4. Click

Finish

to exit the program.

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Where

Folder Firmware is Installed.

Figure 38. Downloading Firmware Upgrade Files

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5. Connect the computer to either serial port (see page 13 and page 17) or the LAN

port (see page 13) of the switcher.

6. Start the Matrix Switchers Control Program and connect to the matrix switcher (see

Using the Matrix Switcher Control Software in this chapter, steps 1 through 3,

starting on page 73).

7. Click

Tools

Update firmware

... .

• If the switcher is connected via the LAN port, the select file window appears

(see figure 39). Perform “Ethernet‑connected firmware upload,” below.

Figure 39. Select File Window

• If the switcher is connected via either serial port, the Extron Firmware Loader

window opens (see figure 40 and Serial-port-connected firmware upload on the next page).

Ethernet-connected firmware upload

1. Navigate to the folder where you saved the firmware upgrade file (see figure 39, above).

Select the file.

2. Click the

Open

button. The software advises you that you are about to reprogram the

switcher firmware. Click OK to continue. A status window, which shows the progress of the

upload, appears. The firmware upload to the FOX matrix switcher may take a few minutes.

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Serial-port-connected firmware upload

Figure 40. Extron Firmware Loader Window

1. Select the FOX matrix switcher and click

Devices. The Choose Firmware File dialog box appears (see figure 41).

File

> New Firmware for Selected

Figure 41. Choose Firmware File Window

2. Navigate to and select the new firmware file. Click

Open

. The Choose Firmware File

window closes.

3. In the Firmware Loader window, click

The Total Progress and Progress status bars show the upload progress. The firmware

Begin

(see figure 42).

upload may take several minutes. Once the status bars have progressed from 0% to

100%, and Status is listed as Complete, the firmware loader utility resets the switcher.

Figure 42. Firmware Loader Screen

4. Click

Exit

NOTE: The firmware loader increases the baud rate to 115,200. The

firmware loader may not return the serial port to its earlier baud rate, making communications with the switcher impossible. If you cannot communicate with the switcher after a firmware upload, change the baud rate on your computer and, if necessary, see Selecting the Rear Panel Remote Port Protocol and Baud

Rate on page 42.

to close the Firmware Loader.

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Uploading HTML Files

7 8

You can create customized HTML pages for the switcher to display. The HTML Files List window (see figure 43) provides a way to view the contents of the file system of the switcher and to upload custom HTML pages to the switcher.

Figure 43. HTML Files List Window

NOTES:

• The ﬁles listed in ﬁgure 43 are shown for example only and may not be present on

your switcher.

• The HTML Files List window is for inserting your custom HTML pages. This is

not the window to replace the ﬁrmware that controls all switcher operation. See

Updating the Firmware on page 80 to replace the ﬁrmware.

• The HTML language reserves certain characters for speciﬁc functions (see Special

Characters on page 70).

Upload HTML pages as follows:

1. Connect the PC to the FOX matrix switcher via a serial port or the LAN port.

2. Start the Matrix Switchers Control Program and connect to the FOX matrix switcher

(see Using the Matrix Switcher Control Software, steps 1 through 3, starting on page 73).

3. Click

Tools

4. Click the

HTML File Manager

Pick File(s) to Load to Server

button. An open file window appears.

5. Navigate to the folder where you saved the HTML file or files. Select the file or files.

NOTES:

• To select multiple ﬁles, hold the Ctrl key while you select the desired ﬁles.

• If you want one of the custom HTML ﬁles that you created to be the default

start‑up page, name the ﬁle “index.html.” The FOX matrix switcher looks for that ﬁle name when you ﬁrst connect to it using an Internet browser.

6. Click the

Open

button. The upload of the file or files to the FOX matrix switcher may take

a few minutes.

7. Click the

8. Click the

Update

button to confirm the upload.

button to exit the HTML Files List window.

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Windows Buttons, Drop Boxes, and Trash Can

The buttons, drop boxes, and trash can on the right side of the program window perform the following functions:

• Power — Unavailable for FOX Matrix switchers.

• Executive Mode — Allows you to lock out front panel operations,

except for the view‑only mode functions. Click the button to cycle between locked (the indicator displays red) and unlocked (the indicator is white).

• Room menu — Displays a list of up to 10 rooms. You can select a room

from the list to display it in the window.

NOTE: A room is a subset of outputs that the operator logically relate

to each other. The FOX matrix switcher supports up to 10 rooms, each of which can consist of 1 to 16 outputs.

• Presets menu — Displays a list of up to 32 (FOX Matrix 3200) or

64 (FOX Matrix 7200) global presets and up to 100 room presets. You can select a preset from the list to display it in the window and either activate it (Go) or delete it (

• Go — Activates the selected preset as the current configuration.

• Save as ... — Allows the current set of ties to be saved as a preset. Enter

the preset number when prompted to do so.

• Delete — Allows the current preset to be deleted.

• Changes – Take — Saves any changes made to the displayed configuration.

• Changes – Cancel — Abandons any changes made to the displayed configuration.

• Trash can — Drag and drop from an input or output button to the trash can to unmake

all ties associated with that input or output.

Delete

Windows menus

File menu

• Save MATRIX settings as ... — Saves a complete set of

up to 32 (FOX Matrix 3200) or 64 (FOX Matrix 7200) global presets, rooms, room presets, and preset names plus the last active setting (preset 0), to a file. Saved settings include assigned icons and icon captions.

• Restore MATRIX settings from ... — Loads and activates

a previously saved setting file.

• Save This-Session’s settings — Saves the current assigned icons and icon

captions.

• Restore Last-Session’s settings — Loads the icons and icon captions that

were saved during the last session. If you saved the changes from the previous session to disk the last time you exited the program, the ties from that session are also loaded.

• Select Printer — Selects the target printer.

• Print Tie Map — Prints the tie set that is displayed on the screen.

• Exit — Closes the Matrix Switchers Control Program.

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Tools menu

Proper operation. Component has failed.

• Assign Device Icons — Displays the complete set of

input and output device icons. You can drag any of these icons to the input and output boxes.

• Edit Device Palette — Allows you to add your own

device icon graphics.

• Mute-Outputs settings — Displays the Mute Adjust

window, from which you can mute each output.

• FOX Re-clocker settings — Displays the FOX

Reclocking Rate Settings window, from which you can select the reclocking rate for one or all outputs and mute and unmute the output.

• View Input Frequencies — Displays the Input

Detection window, which shows the data rates for SDI and HD‑SDI inputs only. This selection is not available if no BNC 3G/HD/SD‑SDI boards are installed.

• Update Firmware ... — Allows you to replace the

firmware that is coded on the control board of the switcher without taking the switcher out of service (see Updating the firmware on page 80).

• IP Options — Allows you to set IP options (see IP Settings/Options window on

page 76).

• HTML File Manager — Displays a list of HTML files installed on the switcher and

allows you to upload custom files from a PC connected to the switcher (see Uploading

HTML files on page 84).

• Hardware Status — Provides an overall view of the status of the matrix

switcher, including the power supply voltages, the temperature status, the Remote RS‑232/RS‑422 port configuration, and the installed and updated firmware status (see figure 44).

Figure 44. Status Window

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• Physical Switcher Layout — Calls the FOX Matrix Physical Configuration window

(see figure 45), which displays the I/O board type installed in each slot. The

Channels

field can be helpful in identifying a specific input or output. In figure 45, for example, input 29 is identified as slot 4, input transceiver E (4o05).

Figure 45. Physical Configuration Window

• Name Presets — Allows you to name each of the 32 (FOX Matrix 3200) or

64 (FOX Matrix 7200) memory presets.

NOTE: Preset names are limited to 12 upper‑ and lower‑case alphanumeric

characters, space, and the _ and / characters. The HTML language reserves certain characters for specific functions (see Special Characters on page 70).

• Show RS-232 Strings — Displays the ASCII commands that are used by the current

configuration. You can refer to these for SIS programming.

• I/O Group settings — Displays the inputs/outputs groups window, which allows

you to assign inputs and outputs to any one of four groups (or no group).

• Room configuration — Allows you to assign outputs to rooms or delete outputs

from rooms.

NOTE: A room is a subset of outputs that are logically related to each other, as

determined by the operator. The FOX matrix switcher supports up to 10 rooms, each of which can consist of 1 to 16 outputs.

• Initialize — Initializes and clears any or all of the following: ties, presets, preset

names, icon names, and icons.

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Preferences menu

• Immediate Changes — Causes changes to take effect

immediately.

• Hold/Verify Changes — Delays implementation of

changes until the Changes – Take button is clicked.

• Ties as Lines — Displays ties as lines (see figure 46).

Figure 46. Ties Shown as Lines

• Ties as Crosspoints — Displays ties as a matrix of

inputs and outputs (see figure 47). Ties that have been made are indicated as amber boxes. Ties that will take effect when you click the Take button are indicated by +. Ties that will be broken when you click the Take button are indicated by –.

Figure 47. Ties Shown as Crosspoints

• Limit ties to same Group — Allows you to limit tie creation using the program to

inputs and outputs that are in the same group (similar to front panel operation).

• Link-detection options — Allows you to set the link detection feature as follows:

• To automatically refresh the display every 10 seconds.

• To update the display whenever you refresh the screen.

• To never sample and display the link status

NOTE: For the FOX Matrix 7200, this menu selection displays as

Freq/Link-detection options.

• Icons in I/O Boxes — Erases any numbers in the I/O boxes in either

the ties‑as‑lines window display (see figure 34 on page 75) or the ties‑as‑ crosspoints display (see figure 47, above). You can place icons in the boxes.

• Numbers in I/O Boxes — Erases any icons in the I/O boxes in either the

ties‑as‑lines window or the ties‑as‑crosspoints display, and fills each box with the associated input or output number.

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• Catch FPC/other’s changes — When checked, sets the switcher to report all

configuration and setting changes to the serial port or Ethernet connection that turned this selection on. These reports allow the Matrix Switchers Control Program to track the changes that occur in the configuration and settings of the switcher, whether commanded via the front panel, a serial port, or the Ethernet port.

Master-Reset selection

Master reset performs all of the following functions:

• Clears all ties

• Clears all presets

• Clears all rooms

• Clears all output mutes

• Resets all I/O grouping

NOTE: Master reset does not reset the Internet protocol (IP) settings.

Using Emulation Mode

Emulation mode allows you to set up the software without connecting the switcher. Use emulation mode as follows:

1. To run the Matrix Switchers Control Program, click

Start

Programs

MATRIX Switcher + Control Pgm

The Comm Port Selection window (see figure 48) appears.

Extron Electronics

Matrix Switchers

Figure 48. Comm Port Selection Window

2. Choose

Emulate

, and click OK.

3. Choose an emulation file to open, and click OK. The file DEMO.MTX provides a sample

of a completed matrix setup. Selecting the file NEW.INI or clicking

Cancel

provides a

blank setup window to get you started.

4. Enter the file name under which you want to save any changes to the file, and click OK.

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5. Select

Fiber Matrix

singlemode

multimode

as the Matrix Model,

for each board installed (see figure 49). Click OK.

Figure 49. Emulate Mode Configuration

3200

7200

as the Default Size, and either

6. Continue using the program as described in the Using the Matrix Switcher Control

Software, steps 1 through 3, starting on page 73).

Using the Help System

For information about program features, you can access the help program in any of the following ways:

• From the Extron Electronics program folder or group, double‑click the

MATRIX Switcher Help icon (shown at right).

• From within the Matrix Switcher Control Program, click

Help

Contents

the menu bar.

• From within the Matrix Switcher Control Program, press the <F1> key.

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Button Label Generator Program

The Button Label Generator software creates labels that you can place in the translucent covers of the input and output selection buttons. You can create labels with names, alphanumeric characters, or even color bitmaps for easy and intuitive input and output selection (see the Removing and Installing Button Labels on page 115 for the procedure for removing and replacing the translucent covers).

Installing the Button Label Generator Software

The Extron Button Label Generator is available on the Extron website, www.extron.com, under the Download Center tab. Click the Software link (see figure 50), and download and install the program on your PC.

Figure 50. Location of Software on the Website

By default, the Windows installation creates a C:\Program Files\Extron\

ButtonLabelGenerator

or folder named “Extron Electronics.”

directory and places the Button Label Generator icon into a group

NOTE: C:\Program Files(x86)\ ... for Windows 7 or Windows 8.

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Using the Button Label Generator Software

1. To run the Button Label Generator program, click

Extron Electronics

Button Label Generator

Button Label Generator window appears (see figure 51).

Start

Programs

Button Label Generator

. The

Figure 51. Extron Button Label Generator Window

2. In the Systems selection box, choose the

Matrix Switchers 6464

option to match, as closely as possible, the button label size and quantities for your FOX matrix switcher (but without buttons for 65 through 72).

3. Using normal Windows controls, you can create and print labels that can be placed in

the label windows on the front panel of the switcher.

NOTE: For best results, print on transparent or translucent material.

4. Click the

Clear All Buttons

button and create new labels as many times as necessary

to make all of the button labels that you need.

To access the help program, click the

Help

menu.

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