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FOX SW8

8-Input Fiber Optic Switcher

User Guide

Fiber Optic Switchers

68-1550-02 Rev. A

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Safety Instructions • English

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

Caution

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

manufacturer because they may be hazardous.

Warning

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

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

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

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

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

by items placed upon or against them.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Consignes de Sécurité • Français

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

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

Attention

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

d’utiliser le matériel.

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

présentés dans la documentation utilisateur.

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

fabricant du matériel car cela risquerait de poser certains dangers.

Sicherheitsanleitungen • Deutsch

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

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

Achtung

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

Bedienungsanleitungen genau durchlesen und verstehen.

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

aufbewahren, damit Sie im Bedarfsfall darauf zurückgreifen können.

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

Benutzerdokumentation.

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

Hersteller empfohlen wurden, da diese eine Gefahrenquelle darstellen können.

Avertissement

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Vorsicht

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

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

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

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

ziehen.

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

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

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

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

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

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

anderen Objekten blockiert werden.

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

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

Instrucciones de seguridad • Español

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

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

Precaucion

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

equipo.

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

documentación del usuario, deben ser obedecidas.

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

recomendados por el fabricante, ya que podrian implicar riesgos.

安全须知 • 中文

这个符号提示用户该设备用户手册中有重要的操作和维护说明。

这个符号警告用户该设备机壳内有暴露的危险电压，有触电危险。

注意

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

Advertencia

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

objetos.

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

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

usadas siguiendo las instrucciones del fabricante.

警告

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

（地线）是安全设施，不能不用或跳过。

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

电系统的电源线。

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

触电危险不要自己试图打开设备盖子维修该设备。

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

西挡住通风孔。

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

按照生产厂的建议处理废弃电池。

FCC Class A Notice

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

NOTE: This unit was tested with shielded I/O cables on the peripheral devices. Shielded

cables must be used to ensure compliance with FCC emissions limits. For more information on safety guidelines, regulatory compliances,

EMI/EMF compatibility, accessibility, and related topics, see the “Extron Safety

and Regulatory Compliance Guide” on the Extron website.

Specifications Availability

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

Conventions Used in this Guide

Notifications the following are used:

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

severe injury.

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

associated equipment.

NOTE: A note draws attention to important information.

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 X! *X1&* X2)* X2#* X2! CE}

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

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 Click the OK button.

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

File menu, select New.

Trademarks

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

Contents

FCC Class A Notice .......................................... iii

Specifications Availability .................................iii

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

About this Guide ............................................. 1

About the FOX SW8 ........................................ 2

Features ........................................................... 3

Installation and Operation ..................... 4

Rear Panel Connections ................................... 4

Front Panel Configuration Port ......................... 6

Controls, Indicators, and Operation .................. 7

Controls and Indicators ................................ 7

Button Icons ................................................ 7

Operation .................................................... 8

Remote Control ....................................... 9

Remote Control Ports ....................................... 9

Simple Instruction Set™ Control ...................... 10

Host-to-interface Communications ............. 10

Start-up Message ....................................... 10

Error Responses.......................................... 10

Timeout ..................................................... 10

Using the Command and Response Table ... 10

Universal Switcher Control Program ............... 13

Installing the Software ............................... 13

Using the Program ..................................... 14

Firmware Upgrade ..................................... 16

Using the Help System ............................... 19

Button Label Generator Program .................... 19

Location of Software on the Website ......... 20

Using the Button Label Generator

Software ................................................... 20

Reference Information ..........................21

Part Numbers and Accessories ........................ 21

FOX SW8 Part Numbers ............................. 21

Included Parts ............................................ 21

Optional Accessories .................................. 21

Compatible Equipment .............................. 22

Fiber Cables ............................................... 23

Button Labels ................................................. 24

Installing Labels in the Switcher Buttons ..... 24

Mounting the Unit ......................................... 26

Rack mounting UL Guidelines .................... 26

FOX SW8 • Contents v

FOX SW8 • Contents vi

Introduction

The topics covered in this section are:

• About this Guide

• About the FOX SW8

• Features

WARNING: Risk of serious physical injury: The FOX SW8 outputs continuous

invisible light, which may be harmful to the eyes; use with caution.

• Do not look into the rear panel fiber optic cable connectors or into

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

About this Guide

This guide contains information about the two models of Extron FOX SW8 fiber optic switchers. The FOX SW8 is available in two transmission modes, which define the

transmission range of the switcher:

• FOX SW8 MM — An 8-input, 1-output multimode switcher, with a range of up to

2000 m (6561 feet) on each input and the output

• FOX SW8 SM — An 8-input, 1-output singlemode switcher, with a range of up to

30 km (18.75 miles) on each input and the output

the fiber optic cables themselves.

cable is unplugged.

NOTES: • The multimode and singlemode switchers are physically and functionally

identical with the exception of the effective range of transmission. In this guide, the terms “FOX SW8” and “switcher” refer to a switcher of either transmission mode.

• Many products are compatible with the FOX SW8. They will be identified

where appropriate, but not specifically described in this guide.

• The FOX SW8 MM and the FOX SW8 SM are not compatible.

FOX SW8 • Introduction 1

About the FOX SW8

The FOX SW8 product family consists of two products; a singlemode and a multimode

ultra-high performance fiber optic switcher. The switcher accepts up to eight proprietary input optical signals from compatible

Extron fiber optic transmitters (Txs) (see figure 1). The optical signal can include video, audio, and one-way (transmitter-to-receiver [Rx]) RS-232 communications. Seven of the inputs are looped though and output for local use.

Extron FOX SW8

Fiber Optic Switcher

Extron FOX 500 Tx

Fiber Optic Transmitter

Extron SI 26X

CLASS 2 WIRING DO NOT GROUND

OR SHORT

SPEAKER OUTPUTS!

INPUTS

DVI-D INPUT

Local Monitor

4/8

OUTPUT

OHMS

REMOTE

VOL/MUTE

10V 50mA

ALARM

RS-232

OVER FIBER

AUDIO

1 2

Tx Rx

FOXBOX Tx DVI

Two-Way Ceiling Speakers

Projector

Laptop (DVI) with Audio

Extron MPA 152

DVI-D OUTPUT

MODE

FOXBOX Rx DVI Plus

POWER 12V

1.0A MAX

LINK

Extron FOXBOX Tx DVI

Fiber Optic Transmitter

Mini Power Amplier

ALARM RS-232 OVER FIBER

AUDIO

1 2 Tx Rx

PC (DVI) with Audio

MPA 152

LISTED 17TT AUDIO/VIDEO APPARATUS

POWER

12V 3A MAX

POWER 12V

1.0A MAX

FOX SW8

RS-232

TxRx

OUT IN

LOOP IN

OUTPUT

OPTICAL INPUTS

LOOP IN

4 5 6 7 8

LOOP IN

100-240V 0.3A

50/60 Hz

Extron FOXBOX Rx DVI Plus

Fiber Optic Receiver

FOX 500 DVI Tx

RS-232

OPTICAL

PASS THRU

LINK

Tx Rx

ALARM

OPTIONAL FOR

RS-232

RETURN DATA

CONTROL

1 2

Tx Rx

AUDIO INPUTS

DVI-D

100-240V 0.3A

50-60Hz

ALARM RS-232 OVER FIBER

1 2 Tx Rx

LOOP - THRU

DVI-D INPUT

Laptop (RGB) with Audio

Local Monitor

Extron FOX 500 DVI Tx

Fiber Optic Transmitter

Extron FOXBOX Tx VGA

Fiber Optic Transmitter

AUDIO

RGB INPUT

FOXBOX Tx VGA

POWER 12V

1.0A MAX

FOX 500 Tx

RS-232

OPTICAL

LINK

PASS THRU

1 2*

LINK

Tx Rx NA

ALARM

OPTIONAL FOR

RS-232

RETURN DATA

CONTROL

Tx Rx 1 2

AUDIO INPUTS

INPUT LOOP THRU

RGB INPUT

RGB

R G B

100-240V 0.3A

50-60Hz

H V

PC (RGB) with Audio

Figure 1. Typical FOX SW8 Application

NOTES: • Compatible optical signals are digital signals from 2.0 Mbps through

4.25 Gbps that are sent and received via fiber optic SFP modules.

• The video component of the signal from an Extron Tx can be either

VGA - UXGA RGB video, digital visual interface (DVI) video, or SDI/HD-SDI

video.

• The serial component of the signal is for applications such as projector control

and transmitter control of the receiver.

The switcher selects among the proprietary signal inputs and outputs the selected signal on a fiber optic cable to a compatible receiver.

NOTES: • The FOX SW8 does not support transmission of a return (Rx-to-Tx) serial data

stream.

• The switcher can receive and send the proprietary signal from and to any

compatible Extron fiber optic transmitter, receiver, or switcher (see“Reference

Information” for a partial list of compatible products).

The connected receivers convert the proprietary signals back to video (RGB, DVI, or SDI/HD-SDI, depending on the source transmitter and the receiver), audio, and serial RS-232

communication, and output the signals locally. For video resolutions up to 1900x1200, the video outputs for the receivers are a perfect, pixel-for-pixel or digital recreation of the video signal input to the switcher via a transmitter.

FOX SW8 • Introduction 2

Features

Ultra high performance — Inputs up to eight perfect, pixel-by-pixel RGBHV or digital video

signals and transmits the selected signal to a compatible receiver. The switcher can handle

analog video resolutions up to 1900x1200 at 60 Hz. Higher resolutions can be transmitted,

but with some loss of video quality. Optical input and outputs — The switcher inputs and outputs the optical signal on

LC video connectors.

Active and individually isolated inputs System video output — When the optical input is from a FOX 500 or FOXBOX Tx, rather

than a FOX HD-SDI, the video portion of the optical video output can be decoded to either RGB video or DVI video, depending on the receiver connected.

Selectable output reclocking — Reshapes and restores timing of the digital signal on the

switched output at rate a selected among 4.25 Gbps, 2.125 Gbps, or 1.25 Gbps. You can

also bypass the reclocking function. Loop through — Inputs 1 through 7 are looped through and available for local use.

NOTE: Loop through outputs are not reclocked.

Front panel USB configuration port — The FOX SW8 features a front panel USB port that

provides easy access for remote control operation.

RS-232 control — The FOX SW8 features a rear panel RS-232 serial port for remote control

operation. Rack mounting — The unit is rack mountable in any conventional 19-inch wide rack, using

an Extron full size rack shelf.

Power — The 100 VAC to 240 VAC, internal power supply provides worldwide power compatibility.

FOX SW8 • Introduction 3

Installation and Operation

The topics covered in this section are:

• Rear Panel Connections

• Front Panel Configuration Port

• Controls, Indicators, and Operation

Rear Panel Connections

2 2222

100-240V 0.3A

12345678

LOOP IN LOOP IN LOOP IN LOOP IN LOOP IN LOOP IN LOOP IN OUTIN

OPTICAL INPUTS

FOX SW8

RS-232

50/60 Hz

1 3 4

3 3

Tx Rx

Figure 2. FOX SW8 Connectors

WARNING: Risk of serious physical injury: The FOX SW8 outputs continuous

invisible light, which may be harmful to the eyes; use with caution.

• Do not look into the rear panel fiber optic cable connectors or into

the fiber optic cables themselves.

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

cable is unplugged.

NOTES: • Singlemode and multimode devices are not interchangeable. Ensure that

you connect transmitting and receiving devices that are compatible with the

FOX SW8.

• Ensure that you use the proper fiber cable for your system. Typically,

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

• In this guide, the term “sending connector” refers to an LC connector on a

device that outputs a fiber optic signal. The term “receiving connector” refers

to an LC connector that receives an optical signal.

FOX SW8 • Installation and Operation 4

a AC power connector — Plug a standard IEC power cord into this connector to connect

the FOX SW8 to a 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz power source.

b Input connectors and LEDs —

Connectors — For one-way video, audio, and serial

communications from the transmitter to the FOX SW8

(to be switched to the receiver) connect up to eight fiber optic cables to the input (right-hand) LC connector on the optical transceiver blocks.

Connect the far end of these fiber optic cables to the sending connectors on the transmitters or other

compatible Extron devices. LEDs — When lit, the link is active (light is received from

the transmitter).

Transmitter

OPTICAL

1 2*

LINK

OPTIONAL FOR

RETURN DATA

LINK

Transmitter

OPTICAL

1 2*

LINK

OPTIONAL FOR

RETURN DATA

LINK

NOTE: The right-hand LEDs for transceiver blocks 2,

4, 6, and 8 may light, but do not indicate an

input to that connector.

c Loop connectors and LEDs —

LOOP IN OUTIN

Switcher

Connectors — For unswitched (input 1 loops through to output 1, input 2 to output 2, and so on), one-way video, audio, and serial communications, looped through from the switcher, connect fiber optic cables to the Loop (left-hand) LC connectors on transceiver blocks 1 through 7.

Connect the far ends of these fiber optic cables to the receiving connectors on the receivers or other compatible

Extron devices.

LINK

OPTICAL

2* 1

Receivers

LINK

OPTICAL

2* 1

LINK

LEDs — These LEDs are always lit (light is always output

to these connectors).

d Output connector and LED —

Local (Loop)

Application

Switched

Application

Connector — For the switched output one-way video, audio, and serial communications, connect a fiber optic cable to the Output (left-hand)

LC connector on transceiver block 8.

Connect the far end of this fiber optic cable to the receiving connector on the receiver

or other compatible Extron device. LED — This LED is always lit (light is always output on this connector).

FOX SW8 • Installation and Operation 5

e RS-232 port — For serial control of the switcher, connect a host device, such as a

computer, touch panel control, or RS-232 capable PDA, via this 3-pole captive screw connector (see figure 3 to wire this connector).

RS-232

Tx Rx

FunctionPin

Transmit data

Receive data

Gnd

Signal ground

Do not tin the wires!

Ground ( ) Receive (Rx)

Transmit (Tx)

NOTE: Cross the Tx and Rx lines once between the source and the target.

Figure 3. RS-232 Connectors

NOTES: • The length of exposed wires is critical. The ideal length is 3/16 inches

(5 mm).

• If the stripped section of wire is longer than 3/16 inches, the exposed

wires may touch, causing a short circuit.

• If the stripped section of wire is shorter than 3/16 inches, wires can be

easily pulled out even if tightly fastened by the captive screws.

This port is RS-232 only, with the following protocols:

• 9600 baud • no parity • 8 data bits

• 1 stop bit • no flow control

Front Panel Configuration Port

Bidirectional

Controlling

Device

Ground ( ) Receive (Rx) Transmit (Tx)

CONFIG

FOX 4G SW SERIES

FIBER OPTIC SWITCHER

Figure 4. FOX SW8 Configuration Port

a Config(uration) port — For USB control of the switcher, connect a host device, such as

a computer or touch panel control, via this mini USB B port.

FOX SW8 • Installation and Operation 6

Controls, Indicators, and Operation

INPUTS

1 2

Figure 5. FOX SW8 Front Panel

Controls and Indicators

a Power LED — This LED lights when power is applied to the unit. b Input Buttons — These buttons select the input. A button lights to indicate the

selected input.

Button Icons

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

Labels can be created easily with the Extron Button Label Generator software, which ships with every Extron switcher. Each input can be labeled with names, alphanumeric

characters, or even color bitmaps for easy and intuitive input selection (see figure 6 for sample button icons, “Button Label Generation Program” on page 19 for using the labeling software, and “Button Labels” on page 24 for blank labels and a procedure for removing and replacing the translucent covers).

INPUTS

6 7 854321

CONFIG

FOX 4G SW SERIES

FIBER OPTIC SWITCHER

Computer Computer

VTG 200

Figure 6. Sample Button Icons

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Operation

After the transmitters, the switcher, the receivers (for the looped out and selected optical signals), and their connected devices are powered up, the system is fully operational. Select an input by pressing the desired input button. The button lights to indicate the selected

input.

NOTE: The switcher can take up to 6 minutes to save an input selection, a front panel

lock, or selection of background illumination. Wait at least 6 minutes after one

of these operations before removing power or the settings may be lost.

If any problems are encountered, ensure all cables are routed and connected properly:

• Ensure that the video sources and the displays are properly connected to the

transmitters, the switcher, and the receivers, and that all equipment has power applied.

• Ensure that the rear panel Input signal monitoring LEDs (see item b on page 5) are

indicating correctly for your system configuration.

NOTE: If problems persist, call the Extron S3 Sales and Technical Support Hotline.

See the last page of this guide for the phone number in your region of the world.

Front panel lockout (executive mode)

The front panel lockout prevents the operation of the switcher from the front panel. If you try to select an input when the front panel is locked, all of the input buttons flash once and the input selection remains unchanged.

To toggle the front panel lock on or off, press and hold the Input 7 and Input 8 buttons

simultaneously for approximately 3 seconds, until all of the input buttons flash three times.

System reset

The switcher can be reset from the front panel to:

• Unmute the switched output (which can be muted under serial port control only).

• Unlock the front panel.

• Select input 1 for output.

To reset the switcher, press and hold the Input 1 button while you apply power to the switcher. The input buttons blink red, green, red, amber, and go out. Input 1 is selected (the Input 1 button is lit).

Background illumination

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 3 seconds.

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Remote Control

The topics covered in this section are:

• Remote Control Ports

• Simple Instruction Set™ Control

• Universal Switcher Control Program

Remote Control Ports

The switcher has two ports that can be connected to a host device such as a computer

running the Extron DataViewer utility or the HyperTerminal utility, an RS-232 capable PDA, or

a control system. These ports make remote control of the switcher possible. The ports are:

• The rear panel RS-232 port — This is a 3-pin captive screw connector (see item e on

page 6). The protocol for this port is as follows:

• 9600 baud • no parity • 8 data bits

• 1 stop bit • no flow control

• The front panel Config(uration) port — This is a mini USB B port (see item a on

page 6). This port requires the Extron DataViewer utility (version 2.0 or newer) for

communications.

NOTE: Before you use the USB port for the first time, you need to install and

activate the USB driver on your computer. The simplest way to do this is to install version 4.1 or newer of the Universal Switcher Control Program and then run the Found New Hardware Wizard. See “Installing the Software“ on page 13 and “Activating a USB port for the first time“ on page 14.

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Simple Instruction Set™ Control

Host-to-interface Communications

The Extron Simple Instruction Set (SIS) commands consist of one or more characters per

field. No special characters are required to begin or end a command character sequence.

When a command is valid, the unit executes the command and sends a response to the host

device. All responses from the unit to the host end with a carriage return and a line feed (CR/LF = ]), which signals the end of the response character string. A string is one or more characters.

Start-up Message

The switcher issues the following copyright message when it first powers on. 20yy is the year, Vx.xx is the firmware version number, and 60-1171-xx is the part number.

Error Responses

When the unit receives a valid SIS command, it executes the command and sends a response

to the host device. If the unit is unable to execute the command because the command is invalid or it contains invalid parameters, the unit returns an error response to the host. The error response codes are:

E10 — Invalid command

E12 — Invalid output number E13 — Invalid range

E22 — Busy

Timeout

Pauses of 10 seconds or longer between command ASCII characters result in a timeout. The command operation is aborted with no other indication.

Using the Command and Response Table

The Command and Response Table for SIS Commands is on page 11. Commands in the table are NOT case sensitive. The ASCII to HEX conversion table, below, is for use with the command and response table.

Space

ASCII to Hex Conversion Table

•

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Symbol Definitions

Symbols (variables), defined below, are used in the command and response table. The symbols represent variables in the command and response table fields.

] = Carriage return/line feed } = Carriage return (no line feed) E = <Escape> key (hex 1B)

W = Can be used interchangeably with the E character

= Can be used interchangeably with the } character

X! = Input 00 through 08 (00 = no input) X@ = Mute/front panel lock status 0 = off (unmuted/unlocked)

1 = on (muted/locked)

X# = Transceiver module status 0 = no module installed

1 = multimode 2 = singlemode

X$ = Firmware version v.vv X% = Transceiver module status 0 = no light input

1 = light input

X^ = Temperature nnnF = whole degree Fahrenheit X& = Reclocked target 00 = global 08 = output X* = Input reclocker rate 00 = Bypass (no reclocking) 02 = 2.125 Gbps

01 = 1.25 Gbps 03 = 4.25 Gbps (default)

Command and Response Table for SIS Commands

Command Function

ASCII Command

(Host to Unit)

Input selection

NOTE: The three command codes in the input selection commands and view input commands; !, &, and %; can be used interchangeably.

Select input Select input Select input View input View input View input

! InX!•All

& InX!•RGB

% InX!•Vid ! & %

Channel mute

WARNING: Risk of serious physical injury: The channel mute command mutes the data on the switched output only. The output

continues to emit light. The mute function has no affect on the looped-through outputs.

Mute output Unmute output Show video mute status

Reclocking

Set reclocker mode

Example:

Show reclocker mode

X&*X*

= RteX&*

8*0=

Front panel security lockout (executive mode)

Lock front panel Unlock front panel Show lock status

1X 0X X

Resets

Reset mute Reset whole switcher

EZZ} E

ZXXX

}

Response

(Unit to Host)

] ]

] X!] X!] X!]

]

Vmt1

]

Vmt0

X@]

X*]

Rte08*00

X*]

Exe1 Exe0

X@]

Zpz Zpx

]

] ]

Additional description

Select input X! to output. Select input X! to output. Select input X! to output. Input X! is selected for output. Input X! is selected for output. Input X! is selected for output.

Blank data on switched output. Output data on switched output. Switched output mute status is X@.

Set the reclocker mode for target X& to X*. Set the output reclocker mode to bypass (do not reclock).

Inputs cannot be selected from the front panel. Inputs can be selected from the front panel. Front panel lock status is X@.

Unmute the output. Unmute the output, unlock the front panel, and select

input 1.

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Command Function

Information Requests

Information request

Show ﬁrmware version

Example:

Request part number

Show input connections status

Show temperature Show transceiver module

status

ASCII Command

(Host to Unit)

Q Q

0LS

20S 0*1I

Response

(Unit to Host)

X@]

•Vmt

Additional description

InX! indicates the selected input. VmtX@ indicates the output mute status (0 = unmuted, 1 = muted)..

X$] X$

]

1.23

60-1172-nn

X%1X%2X%3X%

]

X%8]

...

The factory-installed FOX SW8 controller ﬁrmware version is 1.23 (sample value only).

nn indicates the transmission mode. 01 = multimode, 02 = singlemode.

Each X% indicates the status of an input, 0 = no light on this input, 1 = light received.

X^] X^ X#1X#2X#3X#

...

X#8]

Show all installed transceiver modules. 0 = none, 1 = multimode, 2 = singlemode.

is the ﬁrmware version.

= degrees Fahrenheit.

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Universal Switcher Control Program

The Extron Universal Switcher Control Program, which communicates with the switcher via

the rear panel RS-232 port or front panel Configuration port of the unit, provides an easy

way to configure and operate the FOX SW8 switcher. The program is compatible with Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows 7, and newer

Windows operating systems. Updates to this program can be downloaded from the Extron

website (www.extron.com).

Installing the Software

The program is contained on the Extron Software Products DVD. Install the software as

follows:

1. Insert the DVD into the drive. The installation program should start automatically. If it

does not self-start, run Launch.exe from the DVD.

2. The Extron software DVD window appears (see figure 7).

Figure 7. Software DVD Window

3. Click the Software tab (see figure 7).

4. Scroll to the desired program and click Install (see figure 8).

Figure 8. Software Installation

5. Follow the on-screen instructions. By default, the installation of the Universal Switcher

Control Program creates the folder C:\Program Files [Program Files (x86) for

Windows 7]\Extron\UniversalSwitcher, and it places four icons into a group folder named Extron Electronics\Universal Switcher:

• Check for Universal Switcher Updates

• Uninstall Universal Switcher

• Universal Switcher Help

• Universal Switcher Control Program

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Using the Program

NOTE: The first time you connect to the Configuration (USB) port, the Found New

For other connections, proceed to “Starting the program,” on the next page.

Hardware Wizard appears (see figure 9). See “Activating a USB port for the

first time,“ below.

Figure 9. Found New Hardware Wizard

Activating a USB port for the first time

The first time you connect to the Configuration (USB) port, the Found New Hardware Wizard appears (figure 8). Activate the connected USB port for your device as follows:

NOTE: If you have not installed the latest Universal Switcher Control Program

(version 4.1 or newer), click Cancel, install the program, and reboot the PC. Reconnect the computer to the Configuration port on the switcher.

1. Select the No, not this time radio button and click Next.

2. Select the Install the software automatically radio button and click Next.

Follow the on-screen instructions. The wizard assigns the driver necessary to access the

switcher to the connected Configuration (USB) port (this may take a few minutes).

3. Click Finish to exit the wizard.

4. Proceed to “Starting the program” on the next page or return to the “Simple

Instruction Set™ Control” section.

NOTE: You may need to repeat these steps if you subsequently connect the

switcher to a different USB port on the same computer.

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Starting the program

Start the program as follows:

1. Connect a computer that runs the Windows® operating system to either the RS-232

port of the switcher (see item e on page 6) or the Configuration port (see item a on page 6).

2. Click Start > Programs > Extron Electronics > Universal Switcher >

Universal Switcher Control Program

The Communication Setup window appears (see figure 10).

Figure 10. Communication Setup Window

3. If necessary, select the tab, RS-232 or USB, for the port you are using for the connection.

4. Depending on the tab that is selected, RS-232 or USB, select either:

• RS-232 tab — The Com port to which your switcher is connected

• USB tab — Extron USB Device_0

5. Click Connect. The Extron Universal Switcher Control Program window (see figure 11)

displays the selected video and audio input.

Figure 11. Universal Switcher Control Program Window

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6. Operate the switcher as follows:

• To select an input, click the associated input button.

• To mute the output, click the Mute Video checkbox.

• To toggle the front panel lock on and off, click the Lock button ( ).

• To bypass output reclocking or to select a data rate at

Firmware Upgrade

Firmware can be upgraded via the front panel Configuration port of the unit only, using the

Extron Firmware Loader utility from the Universal Switcher Control Program. Upload replacement firmware as follows:

1. Visit the Extron website, www.extron.com, click the Download tab, and then click the

Firmware link (see figure 12).

WARNING: Risk of serious physical injury: The mute video

checkbox mutes the data on the switched output only. The output continues to emit potentially dangerous laser light. The mute function has no affected on the looped-through outputs.

which to reclock the output, roll the mouse over the

Reclock Setting tab and then use the resultant

drop-down menu.

NOTE: The name, version and

file size shown are sample values only.

Figure 12. Location of Firmware Upgrade Files

2. Select the appropriate firmware file (FOX SW8) to download and click Download.

3. Enter the requested personal information and then click Download to copy the firmware

to your computer.

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4. Click Run on the next two screens (see figure 13). The PC downloads the firmware

update from the Extron website and starts the Extron Installation Program to extract the

firmware file.

NOTE: The name, version and

file size shown are sample values only.

Folder where firmware is installed

Figure 13. Downloading Firmware Upgrade Files

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5. Click Next. The program extracts the firmware files and places them in a folder

identified in the InstallShield Wizard window.

NOTE: Note the folder to which the firmware file is saved.

6. Click Finish to exit the program.

7. Connect a computer that runs the Windows operating system to either the RS-232 port

or the Configuration port of the switcher (see “Installation and Operation” for more details).

8. Start the Universal Switcher Control Program and connect to the front panel

Configuration (USB) port on the switcher. See “Starting the program,” on page 15.

9. Click Tools > Update firmware or the Update Firmware button ( ). The Extron

Firmware Loader appears (see figure 14).

10. Select the FOX SW8 and click File > Open. The Choose Firmware File screen appears

(see figure 15).

Figure 14. Extron Firmware Loader Window

11. Navigate to and select the new firmware file. Click Open. The Choose Firmware File

window closes.

ATTENTION: The ﬁrmware ﬁle must have an .S19 extension. Other ﬁle types can

cause the switcher to stop functioning.

Figure 15. Choose Firmware File Window

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NOTES: • When downloaded from the Extron website, the firmware is placed in a

subfolder of C:\Program Files\Extron\Firmware.

• Valid firmware files must have the file extension .S19. A file with any

other extension is not a firmware upgrade.

• The original factory-installed firmware is permanently available on the switcher. If the attempted firmware upload fails for any reason, the switcher reverts to the factory-installed firmware.

12. In the Firmware Loader window, click Begin (see figure 16).

The Total Progress and Progress status bars show the upload progress. The firmware upload may take several minutes. Once the status bars have progressed from 0% to

100%, and Status is listed as Completed, the firmware loader utility resets the switcher.

Figure 16. Firmware Loader Screen

13. Click Exit to close the Firmware Loader.

Using the Help System

For information about program features, you can access the help program in either of the following ways:

From within the switcher control program, select Help > Contents on the task bar.

From within the switcher control program, press the <F1> key.

Button Label Generator Program

The Button Label Generator software creates labels that you can place in the translucent covers of the input selection buttons. You can create labels with names, alphanumeric characters, or even color bitmaps for easy and intuitive input and output selection. “Button

Labels” on page 24 documents the procedure for removing and replacing the translucent

covers.

The Extron Button Label Generator is available on the Extron website, www.extron.com,

under the the program.

Download tab. Click the Software link (see figure 17), and download and install

Figure 17. Extron Download Center

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Location of Software on the Website

NOTE: The Button Label Generator software is also included on the Extron Software

Products DVD that accompanies the switcher.

By default, the Windows installation creates a

ButtonLabelGenerator

folder and places the Button Label Generator icon into a group or

folder named “Extron Electronics.”

Using the Button Label Generator Software

To run the Button Label Generator program, click Start > Programs > Extron

Electronics > Button Label Generator > Button Label Generator. The Button

Label Generator window appears (see figure 18).

C:\Program Files\Extron\

Figure 18. Extron Button Label Generator Window

In the Systems selection box, choose the TPX 88 option to match the button label size and

quantities for your switcher.

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.

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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Reference Information

This section identifies the part numbers for the FOX SW8 and suggested accessories and

compatible equipment, and provides mounting instructions. Topics that are covered include:

• Part Numbers and Accessories

• Button Labels

• Mounting the Unit

Part Numbers and Accessories

FOX SW8 Part Numbers

Models Part Number

FOX SW8 SM (singlemode) 60-1171-02 FOX SW8 MM (multimode) 60-1171-01

Included Parts

These items are included in each order for a FOX SW8:

Included Parts Part Number

IEC power cord

3-pole captive screw audio connector

FOX SW8 Setup Guide

Extron Software Products DVD (Universal Switcher Control Program and FOX SW8 User Guide)

USB CFG Cable USB A Male to USB Mini B Male Configuration Cable 26-654-06 (1) 10 foot LC-LC duplex patch cables

(SM or MM, depending on the model)

Optional Accessories

Accessories Part Number RSU 129 9.5-inch 1U universal rack shelf kit 60-190-01 RSB 129 9.5-inch 1U basic rack shelf 60-604-01 MBU 125 under desk mounting kit 70-077-01 MBD 129 through desk mounting kit 70-077-02

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Compatible Equipment

The FOX SW8 is compatible with the following Extron fiber optic devices:

NOTE: Ensure that you match the transmission mode, singlemode or multimode,

among all connected devices.

Fiber Optic RGB Video Models Part Number

FOX 500 (RGB) Tx/Rx (set and individual units ) 60-746-nn FOXBOX Tx/Rx VGA 60-934-nn

FOXBOX Tx VGA/YUV 60-1058-nn PowerCage FOX Tx/Rx VGA 70-699-nn

FOX DVI Models Part Number

FOX 500 DVI Tx/Rx 60-859-nn FOXBOX Tx/Rx DVI 60-935-nn FOXBOX DVI Plus Tx/Rx 60-1060-nn Powercage FOX DVI Tx/Rx 70-700-nn Powercage FOX DVI Plus Tx/Rx 70-873-nn

Fiber Optic HDMI Video Models Part Number

FOXBOX HDMI Tx/Rx 60-1174-nn PowerCage FOX HDMI Tx/Rx 70-889-nn

FOX AV Models Part Number

FOX AV Tx/Rx 60-941-nn PowerCage FOX AV Tx/Rx 70-702-nn

FOX 3G HD-SDI Models Part Number

FOX 3G HD-SDI 60-901-nn PowerCage FOX 3G 70-701-nn

FOX Matrix Switcher Part Number

FOX Matrix 14400 enclosure 60-1255-01 FOX Matrix 320x enclosure 60-1082-01 FOX Matrix 14400 / 320x card 70-771-nn FOX Matrix 3200 Switcher enclosure 60-1257-01 FOX Matrix 7200 Switcher enclosure 60-1256-01 FOX Matrix 3200 / 7200 card 70-791-nn

Other Fiber Optic Models Part Number

FOX DA8 Plus 60-1171-nn FOX 500 DA6 60-863-nn

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Fiber Cables

Fiber cable assemblies

MHR mini high resolution cable Part Number 4LC MM LC to LC Multimode Fiber Optic Cable Assemblies 26-652-nn

2LC OM4 MM P LC to LC Laser-Optimized Multimode Fiber Optic

Cable Assemblies — Plenum

2LC SM P LC to LC Bend-Insensitive Singlemode Fiber Optic Cable

Assemblies — Plenum

26-671-nn

26-670-nn

Bulk fiber cable and termination tools

RG6 super high resolution cable Part Number OM4 MM P/2K Plenum 2 km (6,562 foot) Spool 22-225-02

SM P/2K Plenum 2 km (6,562 foot) Spool 22-223-02

Fiber Optic Termination Kit Termination Kit 100-656-01

QLC MM/10 Multimode, qty. 10 101-018-01 QLC SM/10 Singlemode, qty. 10 101-017-01

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Button Labels

Base

Installing Labels in the Switcher Buttons

Use either blank 8-button strips in figure 20 on the next page or the Button Label Generator software (see “Button Label Generator Program” on page 19).

Install new labels in the switcher front panel buttons as follows:

1. Make new labels and cut them out.

NOTE: For best results, print or copy on transparent or translucent material.

2. Remove the button from the switcher; use a small, flat bladed screwdriver such as an

Extron Tweeker to gently pry a button out from the front panel (see figure 19, below).

TEXT

Clear Lens

Separate the twopiece button here at the corner.

Pry the two pieces apart.

Diffuser

Button Label

Figure 19. Illuminated Button Label Replacement

3. Locate the notch in the corner of one side of the clear button cap lens.

4. Separate the white backing (diffuser) from the clear button cap (lens); insert the blade of

the small screwdriver into the corner notch and gently twist the blade.

5. Save the translucent, white diffuser, but remove the text/label insert from the

transparent button cap lens.

6. Insert the replacement button label into the button cap. Check for correct label

orientation.

7. Align the white diffuser plate with the cap (lens). The bumps on the diffuser plate

should be aligned (top and bottom) with the notches on the clear button cap. Firmly snap it into place.

8. Align the tabs on the switcher plunger with the notches on the diffuser plate. Gently,

but firmly, press the reassembled button into place in the front panel of the switcher.

9. Repeat steps 2 to 8 as needed to relabel other buttons.

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Figure 20. Button Label Blanks, 8-button Strips

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Mounting the Unit

Rack mounting UL Guidelines

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

The 1U high, half-rack width unit can be placed on a tabletop, mounted on a rack shelf, or

mounted under or through a desk or other furniture, using any of the following optional kits:

• Rack Mounting:

• RSU 129 — 9.5 inches 1U universal rack shelf kit (part number 60-190-01)

• RSB 129 — 9.5 inches 1U basic rack shelf (part number 60-604-01)

• Furniture Mounting:

• MBU 125 — Under desk mounting kit (part number 70-077-01)

• Through-desk Mounting:

• MBD 129 — Through desk mounting kit (part number 70-077-02)

Mount the FOX SW8 in accordance with the instructions provided with the mounting kit.

The following Underwriters Laboratories (UL) guidelines pertain to the installation of the FOX SW8 into a rack.

1. Elevated operating ambient — If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly,

the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater than room ambient. Therefore, consider installing the equipment in an environment compatible

with the +122 °F (+50 °C) maximum ambient temperature (Tma) specified by Extron.

2. Reduced air flow — Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such that the

amount of air flow required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised.

3. Mechanical loading — Mounting of the equipment in the rack should be such that a

hazardous condition is not achieved due to uneven mechanical loading.

4. Circuit overloading — Consideration should be given to the connection of the

equipment to the supply circuit and the effect that overloading of the circuits might have on overcurrent protection and supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate ratings should be used when addressing this concern.

5. Reliable earthing (grounding) — Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment

should be maintained. Particular attention should be given to supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit (such as the use of power strips).

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Extron Warranty

Extron Electronics warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years from the date of purchase. In the event of malfunction during the warranty period attributable directly to faulty workmanship and/or materials, Extron Electronics will, at its option, repair or replace said products or components, to whatever extent it shall deem necessary to restore said product to proper operating condition, provided that it is returned within the warranty period, with proof of purchase and description of malfunction to:

USA, Canada, South America, and Central America:

Extron Electronics 1001 East Ball Road Anaheim, CA 92805 U.S.A.

Europe and Africa:

Extron Europe Hanzeboulevard 10 3825 PH Amersfoort The Netherlands

Japan:

Extron Electronics, Japan Kyodo Building, 16 Ichibancho Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-0082 Japan

China:

Extron China 686 Ronghua Road Songjiang District Shanghai 201611 China

Asia:

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

Middle East:

Extron Middle East Dubai Airport Free Zone F12, PO Box 293666 United Arab Emirates, Dubai

Singapore

This Limited Warranty does not apply if the fault has been caused by misuse, improper handling care, electrical or mechanical abuse, abnormal operating conditions, or if modiﬁcations were made to the product that were not authorized by Extron.

NOTE: If a product is defective, please call Extron and ask for an Application Engineer to receive an RA (Return

Authorization) number. This will begin the repair process.

USA: 714.491.1500 or 800.633.9876 Europe: 31.33.453.4040 Asia: 65.6383.4400 Japan: 81.3.3511.7655

Units must be returned insured, with shipping charges prepaid. If not insured, you assume the risk of loss or damage during shipment. Returned units must include the serial number and a description of the problem, as well as the name of the person to contact in case there are any questions.

Extron Electronics makes no further warranties either expressed or implied with respect to the product and its quality, performance, merchantability, or ﬁtness for any particular use. In no event will Extron Electronics be liable for direct, indirect, or consequential damages resulting from any defect in this product even if Extron Electronics has been advised of such damage.

Please note that laws vary from state to state and country to country, and that some provisions of this warranty may not apply to you.

Extron Headquarters

+1.800.633.9876 (Inside USA/Canada Only) Extron USA - West Extron USA - East

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