Extron Electronics FOX RS 104 User Manual
FOX RS 104
Four Port Fiber Optic RS-232 Inserter
User Guide
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protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
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Contents
Introduction............................................................ 1
About this Guide ................................................. 1
About the Inserter ............................................... 1
Fiber Cable Transmission Modes .................... 3
Features ............................................................. 4
Installation and Operation .................................. 5
Rear Panel Connections ..................................... 5
Making Connections ....................................... 7
Operation ........................................................... 8
Front Panel Features ....................................... 8
Rear Panel Reset Operations .......................... 9
Performing Soft System Resets
(Resets 3, 4, and 5) ....................................... 9
System Operation ......................................... 11
Remote Control ................................................... 12
Simple Instruction Set Control .......................... 12
Host-to-Unit Instructions ............................... 12
Unit-initiated Messages................................. 12
Error Responses ........................................... 12
Using the Command and Response Tables .. 13
Symbol Definitions ........................................ 13
HTML Operation ............................................... 17
Opening the Embedded Web Pages ............. 17
Status Tab .................................................... 18
Configuration Tab ......................................... 19
File Management Tab .................................... 27
Special Characters ........................................... 28
Reference Information ...................................... 29
Part Numbers, Accessories, and Cables ........... 29
Inserter Part Numbers................................... 29
Mounting Accessories .................................. 29
Cables .......................................................... 30
Mounting the Inserter ........................................ 31
Tabletop Use ................................................ 31
Mounting Kits ............................................... 31
UL Rack-Mounting Guidelines ...................... 31
vFOX RS 104 RS-232 Inserter • Table of Contents
FOX RS 104 RS-232 Inserter • Table of Contents vi
Introduction
WARNING: Risk of eye injury: The fiber optic FOX RS 104 RS-232 Inserter outputs
continuous invisible light that 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.
This section introduces the Extron FOX RS 104 RS-232 Inserter, including:
• About this Guide
• About the Inserter
• Features
About this Guide
This guide contains installation, configuration, and operating information for the FOX RS 104
RS-232 Inserter.
NOTE: Throughout this guide, the FOX RS 104 is referred to as “the inserter” for brevity.
About the Inserter
The FOX RS 104 is a four fiber optic port RS-232 Inserter that provides local insertion points
on the input (see figure 1, on the next page) or output (see figure 2 on page 3) of a fiber
optic matrix switcher for long-haul RS-232 control. Each port provides a bidirectional fiber
optic connection to a FOX matrix switcher for the insertion and extraction of control data,
while maintaining a continuous pass-through link for video and audio. The inserter can be
installed, along with its control system, in the same equipment rack as the matrix switcher,
rather than at the remote fiber optic transmitter or receiver location.
The LAN port on the inserter allows direct insertion of bidirectional serial control to individual
fiber optic inputs or outputs, simplifying control and eliminating the need for additional
transmitters, receivers, and extra cabling.
The inserter is compatible with all FOX 500, FOXBOX, and PowerCage FOX products with
RS-232 control now and in the future.
The inserter is housed in a 6-inch deep, half rack width, 1U high metal enclosure. With
optional rack shelves, the inserter can be installed in a standard 19-inch equipment rack.
The inserter has a 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, 20-watt power supply that provides
worldwide power compatibility.
The inserter can be remotely controlled using either built-in HTML pages or the Simple
Instruction Set (SIS™), available via the rear panel LAN 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.
FOX RS 104 RS-232 Inserter • Introduction 1
ANAHEIM, CA
RESET
REMOTE
RS-232/RS-422
LAN
BI-LEVEL
TRI-LEVEL
ACT LINK
100-240V 50/60Hz 1.2A MAX.
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
IN
A
OUT
IN
D
OUT
IN
C
OUT
IN
B
OUT
IN
E
OUT
IN
H
OUT
IN
G
OUT
IN
F
OUT
IN
A
OUT
IN
D
OUT
IN
C
OUT
IN
B
OUT
IN
E
OUT
IN
H
OUT
IN
G
OUT
IN
F
OUT
IN
A
OUT
IN
D
OUT
IN
C
OUT
IN
B
OUT
IN
E
OUT
IN
H
OUT
IN
G
OUT
IN
F
OUT
IN
A
OUT
IN
D
OUT
IN
C
OUT
IN
B
OUT
IN
E
OUT
IN
H
OUT
IN
G
OUT
IN
F
MM R
SM R
MM R
SM R
100-240V ~ 50/60 Hz
-- A MAX
A B
1
Tx Rx
Tx Rx
A B
2
Tx Rx
Tx Rx
A B
3
Tx Rx
Tx Rx
A B
4
Tx Rx
Tx Rx
LAN
RESET
FLEX I/O
SWITCHED 12VDC
40W MAX TOTAL
LAN
1 2 3 4 G
COM1
TxRx G G G G
RTS CTS
IR/SERIAL
1
S G S G
2
RELAY
3
S G S G
+- + -
+- +-
4 1 21 2 3 4
3 4
5
S G S G
6 7
S G S G
8 5 6 7 8
COM2
TxRx
COM3
TxRx
COM7
TxRx
COM4
TxRx G G G G
RTS CTS
COM5
TxRx
COM6
TxRx
COM8
TxRx
eBUS
+V
PWR OUT = 12W
DG -S+S
5A MAX
100-240V 50-60Hz
AUDIO
RGB/YUV INPUT
FOXBOX Tx VGA/YUV
RS-232
OVER FIBER
ALARM
Tx Rx 1 2
12V
1.0A MAX
POWER
FOXBOX Tx VGA/YUV
RGB/
YUV
OVER
TEMP
AUDIO
CONFIG
OPTICAL
Rx
Tx
LINK
LINK
AUDIO
RGB/YUV INPUT
FOXBOX Tx VGA/YUV
RS-232
OVER FIBER
ALARM
Tx Rx 1 2
12V
1.0A MAX
POWER
FOXBOX Tx VGA/YUV
RGB/
YUV
OVER
TEMP
AUDIO
CONFIG
OPTICAL
Rx
Tx
LINK
LINK
AUDIO
RGB/YUV INPUT
FOXBOX Tx VGA/YUV
RS-232
OVER FIBER
ALARM
Tx Rx 1 2
12V
1.0A MAX
POWER
FOXBOX Tx VGA/YUV
RGB/
YUV
OVER
TEMP
AUDIO
CONFIG
OPTICAL
Rx
Tx
LINK
LINK
AUDIO
RGB/YUV INPUT
FOXBOX Tx VGA/YUV
RS-232
OVER FIBER
ALARM
Tx Rx 1 2
12V
1.0A MAX
POWER
FOXBOX Tx VGA/YUV
RGB/
YUV
OVER
TEMP
AUDIO
CONFIG
OPTICAL
Rx
Tx
LINK
LINK
PTZ Camera 4PTZ Camera 3PTZ Camera 1 PTZ Camera 2
Ethernet
RS-232
Fiber
FiberFiber
Fiber
RS-232 RS-232 RGB RS-232 RGB RGB RGB
Ethernet
Ethernet
Extron
FOX Matrix 3200
Modular Fiber Optic Matrix Switcher
Extron
FOX RS 104
Fiber Optic
RS-232 Inserter
TCP/ IP
Network
Extron
IPCP 505
IP Link Control
Processor
Extron
TLP 1000TV
10" Tabletop
TouchLink
Touchpanel
Extron
FOXBOX Tx VGA/YUV
Fiber Optic Transmitter
Figure 1. Typical Inserter Application on the Matrix Switcher Input
FOX RS 104 RS-232 Inserter • Introduction 2
Extron
FOX Matrix 3200
Modular Fiber Optic Matrix Switcher
OUT
IN
1 - 8
RESET
BI-LEVEL
TRI-LEVEL
SWITCH
REFERENCE
Tx Rx
9 - 16
17 - 24
25 - 32
100-240V 50/60Hz 1.2A MAX.
DISCONNECT BOTH POWER
CORDS BEFORE SERVICING
100-240V 50/60Hz 1.2A MAX.
1
Tx Rx
A B
Tx
LINK
OPTICAL
RS-232
AUDIO
OVER FIBER
Tx Rx 1 2
A
OUT
IN
A
OUT
IN
A
OUT
IN
A
2
Tx Rx
A B
Rx
LINK
POWER
12V
1.0A MAX
ALARM
ANAHEIM, CA
REMOTE
RS-232/RS-422
LAN
ACT LINK
100-240V ~ 50/60 Hz
-- A MAX
Extron
FOXBOX Rx
DVI Plus
Fiber Optic
Receiver
DVI
OVER
TEMP
AUDIO
CONFIG
FOXBOX Rx DVI Plus
POWER
MODE
12V
DVI-D OUTPUT
1.0A MAX
1ON2
FOXBOX Rx DVI Plus
OUT
IN
C
IN
C
IN
C
IN
C
4
Tx Rx
IN
D
OUT
IN
D
OUT
IN
D
OUT
IN
D
LAN
RESET
OUT
IN
E
OUT
IN
E
OUT
IN
E
OUT
IN
E
Extron
FOX RS 104
Fiber Optic
RS-232 Inserter
OUT
IN
F
OUT
IN
F
OUT
IN
F
OUT
IN
F
REDUNDANT POWER SUPPLY
OUT
IN
G
OUT
IN
G
OUT
IN
G
OUT
IN
G
100-240V 50-60Hz
COM1
TxRx G G G G
+- + -
SWITCHED 12VDC
40W MAX TOTAL
COM4
3 4
TxRx G G G G
+- +-
5A MAX
Extron
IPCP 505
IP Link Control
Processor
B
B
B
B
Tx Rx
IN
IN
IN
IN
3
A B
Tx Rx
OUT
OUT
OUT
OUT
PRIMARY POWER SUPPLY
Tx Rx
A B
OUT
OUT
OUT
OUT
REDUNDANT
PRIMARY
Tx Rx
OUT
H
OUT
H
OUT
H
OUT
H
COM2
COM3
COM7
TxRx
TxRx
TxRx
COM5
COM6
COM8
TxRx
TxRx
TxRx
Ethernet
MM R
IN
SM R
IN
MM R
IN
IN
SM R
2
3
4 1 21 2 3 4
1
eBUS
S G S G
S G S G
RTS CTS
+V
DG -S+S
LAN
PWR OUT = 12W
RELAY
IR/SERIAL
5
6 7
8 5 6 7 8
FLEX I/O
S G S G
S G S G
RTS CTS
1 2 3 4 G
Ethernet
TCP/ IP
Network
Ethernet
Rx
FOXBOX Rx DVI Plus
FOXBOX Rx DVI Plus
Tx
LINK
OPTICAL
RS-232
AUDIO
OVER FIBER
Tx Rx 1 2
DVI
OVER
TEMP
AUDIO
LINK
ALARM
CONFIG
FOXBOX Rx DVI Plus
POWER
MODE
12V
DVI-D OUTPUT
1.0A MAX
1ON2
FOXBOX Rx DVI Plus
DVI
OVER
TEMP
AUDIO
CONFIG
MODE
DVI-D OUTPUT
1ON2
Rx
Tx
LINK
OPTICAL
RS-232
AUDIO
OVER FIBER
Tx Rx 1 2
DVI
OVER
TEMP
AUDIO
LINK
ALARM
CONFIG
FOXBOX Rx DVI Plus
POWER
MODE
12V
DVI-D OUTPUT
1.0A MAX
1ON2
FOXBOX Rx DVI Plus
Rx
Tx
LINK
LINK
OPTICAL
RS-232
AUDIO
ALARM
OVER FIBER
Tx Rx 1 2
RS-232RS-232RS-232RS-232DVI DVI DVI DVI
Extron
TLP 1000TV
10" Tabletop
TouchLink
Touchpanel
Flat Panel Display 1 Flat Panel Display 2 Flat Panel Display 3 Flat Panel Display 4
Figure 2. Typical Inserter Application on the Matrix Switcher Output
Fiber Cable Transmission Modes
Two versions of the inserter 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)
FOX RS 104 RS-232 Inserter • Introduction 3
Features
RS-232 insertion to or extraction from one or more of the fiber optic outputs (or
both insertion and extraction) from the Ethernet port— Allows direct insertion of
bidirectional serial control data into an optical signal.
Standard fiber optic signal architecture — Compatible optical signals are digital signals
from 270 Mbps through 4.25 Gbps that are sent and received via fiber optic small form
factor pluggable (SFP) modules with LC-type connectors. The inserter is compatible with
FOX matrix switchers and DAs and FOX, FOXBOX, and PowerCage FOX transmitters and
receivers.
Buffered fiber optic outputs — Original power level is maintained on each output to
maximize distance capabilities and ensure full availability of optical loss budget.
Output reclocking — Reshapes and restores timing of the digital signal.
Ethernet monitoring and control — Enables Web-based remote management,
monitoring, and control.
Ethernet connectivity for integration with a control system — Eliminates the need for
separate control system wiring to remote devices.
Real-time status LED indicators for troubleshooting and monitoring — Rear panel
LEDs verify link status and power.
Rack-mountable 1U, half rack width metal enclosure
Internal universal power supply — The 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, international power
supply provides worldwide power compatibility.
FOX RS 104 RS-232 Inserter • Introduction 4
Installation and
Operation
This section details the installation and operation of the FOX RS 104 Inserter, including:
• Rear Panel Connections
• Operation
Rear Panel Connections
4
1 1 1 1
2 3
100-240V ~ 50/60 Hz
0.3 A MAX
1
Tx Rx
Tx Rx
ABABABAB
1a 1b
1c 1d
Tx Rx
2
Tx Rx
Tx Rx
3
Tx Rx
Tx Rx
4
Tx Rx
FOX RS 104
LAN
RESET
Figure 3. FOX RS 104 Inserter Connectors
a Fiber optic connectors and LEDs — Each port, 1 through 4, has two SFP optical
transceiver modules with LC connectors, labeled “A” and “B”. How to connect these
transceivers is determined by where the inserter is installed, typically on the input of
a matrix switcher or on the output. Transceiver B is connected to an internal UART
that inserts serial communications into the fiber optic signal or extracts the serial
communications, depending on the application. See “Fiber connection examples” on
page 7 for detailed connection diagrams in typical applications.
WARNING: Risk of eye injury. The fiber optic FOX inserter outputs continuous
invisible light that may be harmful to the eyes; use with caution. For additional
safety, plug the attached dust caps into the transceivers when the fiber cable is
unplugged.
NOTE: Ensure that you use the proper fiber cable for your inserter. Typically,
singlemode fiber has a yellow jacket and multimode cable has an orange or aqua
jacket.
Ä Tx A — For one-way communications from the inserter to a downstream device,
typically a matrix switcher, connect a fiber optic cable to the Tx A LC connector.
Connect the free end of this fiber optic cable to the In or Rx connector on the
downstream device.
Å Rx A — For one-way transmission from an upstream device, typically a matrix
switcher, connect a fiber optic cable to the Rx A LC connector.
Connect the free end of this fiber optic cable to the Out or Tx connector on the
upstream device.
FOX RS 104 RS-232 Inserter • Installation and Operation 5
û Tx B — For one-way communications from the inserter to a downstream device,
which typically can be either a receiver or a transmitter, depending on the
application, connect a fiber optic cable to the Tx B LC connector.
Connect the free end of this fiber optic cable to the Rx connector on the
downstream device.
ü Rx B — For one-way transmission from an upstream device, which typically can be
either a transmitter or a receiver, depending on the application, connect a fiber optic
cable to the Rx B LC connector.
Connect the free end of this fiber optic cable to the Tx connector on the upstream
device.
Tx Link and Rx Link LEDs — When lit, the link is active (light is received).
b LAN port — For IP control of the inserter with SIS commands or downloaded HTML
pages from the inserter and to insert serial data into and extract it from the fiber stream,
connect the unit to a PC or to an Ethernet LAN via this RJ-45 connector. You can use a
PC for control and serial data insertion and extraction from anywhere in the world. See
“LAN port cabling” on page 8 for connection information.
Link LED indicator — The green (link) LED indicates that the inserter 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 inserter communicates.
c Reset button — The recessed Reset button initiates four levels of inserter
reset. For four different reset levels, press and hold the button while the inserter
is running or while you power up the inserter.
See “Rear Panel Reset Operations” on page 9 for details.
• Events (mode 3) reset — Toggles events monitoring on and off.
• IP settings (mode 4) reset — Resets the IP functions of the inserter.
RESET
NOTE: The IP settings reset does not replace any user-installed firmware.
• Absolute (mode 5) reset — Restore the inserter to the default factory conditions.
• Hard reset — Restore the inserter to the default factory conditions and return the
inserter to the default firmware that shipped with the unit.
NOTES:
• Factory loaded firmware is active until it is replaced or the power is cycled.
• Hard reset does not clear the current configuration.
d AC power connector — Plug a standard IEC power cord into this connector to
connect the FOX RS 104 to a 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz power source.
FOX RS 104 RS-232 Inserter • Installation and Operation 6
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