Extron Electronics FOX Tx-Rx DVI Plus User Manual

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Fiber Optic Extenders

PowerCage FOX Tx/Rx VGA PowerCage FOX Tx/Rx DVI PowerCage FOX Tx/Rx DVI Plus

High Resolution Fiber Optic Transmitters and Receivers

68-1911-01 Rev. C

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Safety Instructions • English

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

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

Caution

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

manufacturer because they may be hazardous.

Warning

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

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

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

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

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

by items placed upon or against them.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Consignes de Sécurité • Français

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

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

Attention

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

d’utiliser le matériel.

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

présentés dans la documentation utilisateur.

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

fabricant du matériel car cela risquerait de poser certains dangers.

Sicherheitsanleitungen • Deutsch

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

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

Achtung

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

Bedienungsanleitungen genau durchlesen und verstehen.

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

aufbewahren, damit Sie im Bedarfsfall darauf zurückgreifen können.

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

Benutzerdokumentation.

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

Hersteller empfohlen wurden, da diese eine Gefahrenquelle darstellen können.

Instrucciones de seguridad • Español

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

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

Precaucion

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

equipo.

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

documentación del usuario, deben ser obedecidas.

安全须知 • 中文

这个符号提示用户该设备用户手册中有重要的操作和维护说明。

这个符号警告用户该设备机壳内有暴露的危险电压，有触电危险。

注意

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

Avertissement

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Vorsicht

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

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

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

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

ziehen.

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

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

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

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

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

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

anderen Objekten blockiert werden.

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

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

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

por el fabricante, ya que podrian implicar riesgos.

Advertencia

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

objetos.

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

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

usadas siguiendo las instrucciones del fabricante.

警告

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

（地线）是安全设施，不能不用或跳过。

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

电系统的电源线。

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

触电危险不要自己试图打开设备盖子维修该设备。

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

西挡住通风孔。

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

按照生产厂的建议处理废弃电池。

FCC Class A Notice

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference.

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

The Class A limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

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

the unit to ensure compliance with FCC emissions limits. For more information on safety guidelines, regulatory compliances, EMI/EMF compliance, accessibility, and

Introduction

WARNING: The PowerCage™ FOX Tx/Rx units output continuous invisible light,

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

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

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

• About this Manual

• About the PowerCage FOX Transmitters and Receivers

• Features

AboutthisManual

This guide contains information about the following Extron® PowerCage FOX family of modular board-designed ﬁber optic transmitters and receivers for the PowerCage Modular Power Enclosures:

• PowerCage FOX Tx VGA transmitter

• PowerCage FOX Rx VGA receiver:

• PowerCage FOX Tx DVI (non-Plus) transmitter

• PowerCage FOX Rx DVI (non-Plus) receiver

• PowerCage FOX Tx DVI Plus transmitter

• PowerCage FOX Rx DVI Plus receiver

PowerCage 1600

Power Supply

N15778

1T23 I.T.E.

100-240V 50/60Hz

5A MAX.

the ﬁber optic cables themselves.

ﬁber optic cable is unplugged.

Fiber

PowerCage

FOX Tx DVI

1 2

ALARM

RS-232

ALARM

RS-232

Tx Rx

REMOTE

OVER FIBER

AUDIO

INPUT

DVI

CONFIG

FOXBOX Rx DVI Plus

DVI-D OUTPUT

FOXBOX Rx DVI Plus

CONFIG

FOXBOX 4G Rx DVI Plus

DVI-D OUTPUT

FOXBOX 4G Rx DVI Plus

LINK

OPTICAL

RS-232

AUDIO

OVER FIBER

Tx Rx 1 2

LINK

OPTICAL

RS-232

AUDIO

OVER FIBER

Tx Rx 1 2

DVI

OVER

TEMP

AUDIO

POWER

MODE

12V

1.0A MAX

1ON2

DVI

OVER

TEMP

AUDIO

POWER

MODE

12V

1.0A MAX

1ON2

FOXBOX DVI Plus

Receivers

LINK

ALARM

DVI

LINK

ALARM

Flat Panel Displa

Extron PowerCage 1600

DVI

PC PC

Figure1.Typical PowerCage FOX Tx/Rx Application

PowerCage FOX DVI and PowerCage FOX VGA • Introduction 1

This guide includes instructions for an experienced installer to install, conﬁgure, and operate the equipment.

NOTES: • In this manual, the term “PowerCage FOX” refers to either an analog RGB

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

models, the full name of the unit is used.

• In this manual, the term “PowerCage FOX DVI” refers to either the Plus or

non-Plus model, unless a model is speciﬁcally named.

About the PowerCage FOX Transmitters and Receivers

The PowerCage consists of several sets of ultra-high performance ﬁber optic transmitters and receivers:

• PowerCage FOX Tx VGA transmitter — Accepts an analog RGB video input, an

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

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

• PowerCage FOX Rx VGA receiver — Accepts a proprietary optical signal on an LC

connector from a PowerCage FOX, FOXBOX, or FOX 500 transmitter or daisy-chained PowerCage FOX or PowerCage FOX receiver and outputs analog RGB video, audio, and RS-232 serial commands. It also can either:

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

a proprietary optical signal, or

• Output a daisy-chained signal to another receiver.

• PowerCage FOX Tx DVI Plus transmitter — Accepts a single link of DVI video input

(up to 1920 x 1200 at 60 Hz), an audio input, and an RS-232 serial input and outputs a proprietary optical signal on an LC connector to a PowerCage FOX Rx DVI Plus or FOXBOX Rx DVI Plus receiver only. It also can receive a proprietary optical signal from the

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

• PowerCage FOX Tx DVI (non-Plus) transmitter — Similar to PowerCage FOX TX

DVI Plus, but with a lower maximum resolution (1600x1200 or 1080p @ 60 Hz) and a different proprietary output that is compatible with all PowerCage FOX, FOXBOX, or

FOX 500 receivers.

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

connector from a PowerCage FOX, FOXBOX, or FOX 500 transmitter or daisy-chained receiver and outputs a single link of DVI video, audio, and RS-232 serial commands. It

also can either:

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

a proprietary optical signal.

• Output a daisy-chained signal to another receiver.

• PowerCage FOX Rx DVI (non-Plus) receiver — Similar to the PowerCage

FOX RX DVI Plus, but with lower maximum resolution (1600x1200 or 1080p @ 60 Hz)

and receiving a different proprietary input. Discontinued, but included in this list for reference only.

PowerCage FOX DVI and PowerCage FOX VGA • Introduction 2

General System Operation

The PowerCage FOX VGA transmitter inputs VGA-UXGA RGB video.

The PowerCage FOX DVI Plus transmitter inputs a single link of DVI video.

Both transmitters input audio and one-way (transmitter-to-receiver) RS-232 serial

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

The PowerCage FOX VGA receiver outputs VGA-UXGA RGB video.

The PowerCage FOX DVI receiver outputs a single link of DVI video.

The receivers convert the proprietary signal back to video (either RGB or DVI as applicable to

the model), audio, and serial RS-232 communication and output the signals locally. If either RS-232 return or daisy-chained communications are implemented (a second ﬁber optic cable is installed), the receiver outputs a proprietary signal on the second ﬁber optic cable. For video resolutions up to 1600 x 1200 or 1080p, the video output of the receiver is a perfect, pixel-for-pixel recreation of the video signal input to the transmitter.

The PowerCage FOX VGA transmitter can handle an RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB, or RsGsBs input signal. The PowerCage FOX VGA receiver can output RGBHV or RGsB, as selected by the

user.

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

control. Both units have ber light status indicators and lost-light alarm connectors.

The receivers have built-in alternating pixels, Color Bars, and grayscale test patterns to assist

in setting up the display equipment.

PowerCage FOX DVI and PowerCage FOX VGA • Introduction 3

System Compatibility

The ber optic signal output from a PowerCage FOX Tx DVI Plus transmitter can be received only by a PowerCage FOX Rx DVI Plus or FOXBOX Rx DVI Plus receiver.

The ber optic signals from all other units are interchangeably compatible between VGA and DVI units, Plus and non-Plus units, and PowerCage FOX, FOXBOX, and FOX 500 units as

shown in the following table.

Receiver Compatible transmitters

PowerCage FOX Rx VGA PowerCage FOX Tx VGA

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

FOX 500 DA6

PowerCage FOX Rx DVI Plus PowerCage FOX Tx DVI Plus

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

FOX 500 DA6

PowerCage FOX Rx DVI (non Plus) PowerCage FOX Tx DVI (non-Plus)

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

FOX 500 DA6

NOTES: • The PowerCage FOX units are fully compatible with all Extron

PowerCage FOX, FOXBOX, and FOX 500 products and a variety of other ber

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

• The PowerCage FOX DVI does not support the transmission of signals with

High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP).

PowerCage FOX DVI and PowerCage FOX VGA • Introduction 4

Cable Transmission Modes

Features

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

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

• PowerCage FOX Tx VGA MM

• PowerCage FOX Rx VGA MM

• PowerCage FOX Tx DVI (Plus and non-Plus) MM

• PowerCage FOX Rx DVI (Plus and non-Plus) MM

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

• PowerCage FOX Tx VGA SM

• PowerCage FOX Rx VGA SM

• PowerCage FOX Tx DVI (Plus and non-Plus) SM

• PowerCage FOX Rx DVI (Plus and non-Plus) SM

NOTE: The multimode and singlemode products are physically and functionally identical,

with the exception of the effective range of transmission. In this manual, any reference applies to either transmission mode unless otherwise speciﬁed.

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

Video input —

PowerCage FOX VGA — The transmitter accepts RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB, or RsGsBs on a

15-pin HD connector.

PowerCage FOX DVI — The transmitter accepts a single link of DVI-D video on a DVI-I

connector.

EDID emulation mode (PowerCage FOX Tx DVI only) — The PowerCage FOX DVI

transmitter provides a function, under RS-232 control, for specifying the rate of the

incoming DVI signal. EDID emulation mode allows proper operation when no local monitor is

present.

Video output —

PowerCage FOX VGA — The receiver outputs RGBHV or RGsB (user-selectable) on a

15-pin HD connector.

PowerCage FOX DVI — The receiver outputs a single link of DVI-D video on a DVI-I

connector.

PowerCage FOX VGA and PowerCage FOX DVI are mutually compatible —

Enables ultra-long distance DVI-to-analog RGB and analog RGB-to-DVI conversion

without the need for extra signal conversion devices.

Compatibility with FOX 500 DA6 distribution ampliﬁer and Fiber Matrix 6400 matrix

switcher

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

3.5 mm, 5-pole captive screw terminal.

PowerCage FOX DVI and PowerCage FOX VGA • Introduction 5

Audio input gain/attenuation — The input audio level can be adjusted within a range

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

Audio output — The receivers output balanced or unbalanced stereo audio on a 3.5 mm, 5-pole captive screw terminal.

Links monitoring — The front panels of the transmitters and receivers have indicators for monitoring both ﬁber optic links.

Loss-of-light alarms — The rear panels of the transmitters and receivers have discrete outputs that indicate if either of the ﬁber optic links have suffered a loss of the light signal.

FOX Extender control program — For RS-232 remote control from a PC running

Windows®, the Extron FOX Extender control software provides a graphical interface and

drag-and-drop/point-and-click operation.

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

Audio level — The audio output can be set to either the consumer level (-10 dBV) or professional level (+4 dBu) from the front panel or under RS-232 control.

Upgradable ﬁrmware — The ﬁrmware that controls the operation of each unit can be upgraded in the ﬁeld via the Conﬁguration port on the PowerCage enclosure without

taking the unit out of service. Firmware upgrades are available for download on the Extron

website, www.extron.com, and they can be installed using the FOX Extender control program.

Memory presets — 30 memory presets are a time-saving feature that lets you store input size and position settings relative to a speciﬁc input resolution. You can then recall those settings, when needed, using the SIS or the control software.

PowerCage mounting — All PowerCage FOX Tx and Rx units are mountable in any

Extron PowerCage enclosure.

PowerCage FOX DVI and PowerCage FOX VGA • Introduction 6

Installation and Operation

This section describes the installation and operation of the PowerCage FOX VGA and PowerCage FOX DVI, including:

• Mounting the Units

• Connections and Indications

• PowerCage Front Panel Port, Control, and Indicators

• Operation

Mounting the Units

The PowerCage FOX transmitter or receiver must be installed in an Extron PowerCage enclosure (see “Installing a Board in the Enclosure” on page 42.)

Connections and Indications

Transmitters Receivers

PowerCage

FOX Tx VGA

RS-232

Tx Rx

OVER FIBER

INPUT

PowerCage FOX Tx VGA

Figure 2. PowerCage FOX Tx Transmitter Connectors

VGA Input connectors (PowerCage FOX VGA only) — Connect an analog

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

DVI-I Input connector (PowerCage FOX DVI only) — Connect a single link

of DVI-D to this DVI-I connector (see “DVI connector (PowerCage FOX DVI)“ on

page 12 for pin assignments.)

7 7

6 6

1 2

ALARM

RS-232

Tx Rx

REMOTE

5 5

AUDIO

RGB

PowerCage FOX Tx DVI

RS-232

OVER FIBER

Tx Rx

INPUT

1 2

ALARM

RS-232

Tx Rx

REMOTE

AUDIO

DVI

1212 1212

PowerCage FOX Tx DVI

PowerCage

FOX Rx VGA

ALARM

RS-232

OVER FIBER

Tx Rx

OUTPUT

RS-232

REMOTE

AUDIO

PowerCage FOX Rx VGA

PowerCage FOX Rx DVI

RS-232

OVER FIBER

Tx Rx

OUTPUT

ALARM

RS-232

REMOTE

AUDIO

8 8 6 6

1 2

Tx Rx

5 5

1111

109

RGB

PowerCage FOX Rx DVI

1 2

Tx Rx

DVI

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

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

PowerCage FOX DVI and PowerCage FOX VGA • Installation and Operation 7

Audio Input connector (transmitters) — Connect a balanced or unbalanced

Unbalanced Stereo Input

Balanced Stereo Input

Ring

Sleeve (s)

Tip

Sleeve

Tip

Sleeve

Tip

Ring

Do not tin the wires!

Tip (+)

Sleeve ( )

Ring (-)

Tip (+)

RCA Connector

3.5 mm Stereo Plug Connector

(balanced)

RS-232

REMOTE

stereo or mono audio input to this connector. The connector is included with transmitter, but you must supply the audio cable (see ﬁgure 3 to wire a captive screw

connector for the appropriate input type and impedance level.) Use the supplied tie-

wrap to strap the audio cable to the extended tail of the connector.

Figure 3. Captive Screw Connector Wiring for Stereo Audio Input

NOTES: • The length of exposed wires is critical. The ideal length is 3/16 inch (5 mm).

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

wires may touch, causing a short circuit.

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

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

• Figure 4 identiﬁes the tip, ring, and sleeve. A mono audio connector consists of the tip and sleeve. A stereo audio connector consists of the tip, ring and sleeve. The tip, ring, and sleeve wires are also shown on the captive screw audio connector diagrams, ﬁgure 3, above, and ﬁgure 7.

Figure 4. Typical Audio Connectors

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

RS-232 Over Fiber port — If you want the transmitter/receiver system to

OVER FIBER

pass serial command signals between the transmitter and receiver, for serial control of a projector for example, connect the host device to the transmitter

Tx Rx

and the slave device to the receiver via the ﬁrst three poles on the left (Tx, Rx, and _) of these 5-pole captive screw connectors on both units (see “RS-232

connections“ on page 13 to wire this connector.

NOTES: • If you connect only one ber optic cable (item g), or you conﬁgure the

receiver for daisy-chaining, you will not receive reports from the controlled device. To receive responses from the controlled device, you must install two ﬁber optic cables and leave the receiver in normal mode (via an SIS command for the PowerCage FOX Rx receiver.)

• The PowerCage FOX can pass RS-232 commands and responses at rates up to 115200 baud.

Remote RS-232 port — For serial control of the transmitter and receiver,

RS-232

connect a host device, such as a computer, to either unit via three poles (Tx, Rx, and _) of this 5-pole captive screw connector on either unit (see

Tx Rx

“RS-232 connections“ on page 13 to wire this connector.) See “Remote Control“ for denitions of the SIS commands (serial commands to

control the transmitter via this connector).

PowerCage FOX DVI and PowerCage FOX VGA • Installation and Operation 8

ALARM

1 2

Alarm outputs port — For remote monitoring of the status of the

REMOTE

Rx ﬁber optic link, connect a locally-constructed or furnished monitoring device to the unit to be monitored via two poles of this 5-pole captive screw

connector on the unit to be monitored. When the unit does not detect light on

its Rx connector, pin 1 and pin 2 of this port are shorted together.

Transmitter ﬁber optic connectors and LEDs —

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

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

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

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

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

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

one ﬁber optic cable, or if your transmitter is conﬁgured to daisy-chain the optical signal, system functionality is reduced. You will not receive

RS-232 reports from the controlled device, and some Windows-based

control program functions and RS-232 commands will not work. To receive responses from the controlled device and for full functionality, you need to install both ﬁber optic cables and leave the receiver in normal mode (via an SIS command for the PowerCage FOX Rx receiver.)

RS-232

Tx Rx

ALARM

1 2

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

Tx Rx

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

7a 7b

Connect the free end of this ﬁber optic cable to the Rx connector (item h) on the PowerCage FOX Rx receiver or to any other

compatible Extron FOX device.

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

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

Transmitter

Receiver

(item h) on the PowerCage FOX Rx receiver in normal mode or to

any other compatible Extron FOX device.

Tx Rx

Tx and Rx LEDs — When lit, the link is active (light is received).

PowerCage FOX DVI and PowerCage FOX VGA • Installation and Operation 9

Receiver ﬁber optic connectors and LEDs —

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

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

NOTES: • You can connect the transmitter to one or more receivers in one of three

ways:

• One way (transmitter-Tx-to-receiver-Rx) only — Connect ﬁber

cable é (from transmitter connector å) only.

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

cable é (from transmitter connector å) and ﬁber cable è back to the transmitter (connector ç) (see ﬁgure 5.)

• One way (transmitter to receiver) with daisy

Tx Rx

chain (receiver to receiver) — Connect ﬁber cable é from a ﬁber optic source and cable è to the next receiver in the daisy chain (see ﬁgure 6.) Set each receiver in the daisy chain to daisy

8b 8a

Receiver

chain mode (via an SIS command for the PowerCage FOX Rx receiver.)

Up to 10 properly-congured receivers can be

connected in a daisy chain to a single transmitter.

• See the transmitter ﬁber connector NOTES on page 8, which also apply to these connectors.

From Transmitter or Daisy-Chained

Receiver

Figure 6. Daisy Chain Conﬁguration

Rx (required) — For all one-way video, audio, and serial communications from the

Receiver

Tx Rx

Receiver

Figure 5. Two Way

7a 7b

Transmitter

Tx Rx

Conﬁguration

transmitter to the receiver, connect a ﬁber optic cable to the Rx LC connector. Connect the free end of this ﬁber optic cable to the Tx connector on the

PowerCage FOX Tx transmitter (item å on page 9) or to any other compatible

Extron ber optic device.

Tx (optional) — Connect a ﬁber optic cable to the Tx LC connector for either of

the following functions: Normal conﬁguration — For all one-way return serial communications from the

receiver to the Rx connector on the transmitter (see ﬁgure 5.) Daisy chain conﬁguration — For daisy-chained video, audio, and serial

communications to the Rx connector on another receiver (see ﬁgure 6.)

NOTE: The Tx connector emits light in either case and the Rx port receives light.

Connect the free end of this ﬁber optic cable to either:

• The Rx connector on the PowerCage FOX Tx transmitter (item ç on page 9) or

to any other compatible Extron ber optic device

• The Rx connector on another receiver in the daisy chain.

Tx and Rx LEDs — When lit, the link is active (light is received).

PowerCage FOX DVI and PowerCage FOX VGA • Installation and Operation 10

VGA Output connector (PowerCage FOX Rx VGA only) — Connect an analog

Ring

Sleeve(s)

Tip

Ring

Sleeve(s)

Tip

Unbalanced Stereo Output Balanced Stereo Output

NO GROUND HERE.

Do not tin the wires!

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

NOTE: You can set the receiver to output the desired video format: RGBHV or

RGsB. RGBHV is the default (see the “Remote Control”section.)

DVI-I Output connector (PowerCage FOX DVI only) — Connect a DVI video

display to this DVI-I connector (see “DVI connector (PowerCage FOX DVI)“ on

page 12 for pin assignments.)

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

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

Audio output connector (receivers) — This 5-pole, 3.5 mm captive screw

connector outputs the transmitted, unampliﬁed, line level audio. Connect audio devices, such as an audio ampliﬁer or powered speakers.

See gure 7 to properly wire a captive screw output connector. Use the supplied tie-

wrap to strap the audio cable to the extended tail of the connector.

Figure 7. Captive Screw Connector Wiring for Stereo Audio Output

CAUTION: For unbalanced audio, connect the sleeves to the ground contact.

DO NOT connect the sleeves to the negative (-) contacts.

NOTES: The length of exposed wires is critical. The ideal length is 3/16 inch (5 mm)

(see the audio input connector NOTES on page 8 for more information.)

The volume level for the output can be set to either the consumer line level (-10 dBV) or the professional line level (+4 dBu) via RS-232 control (see the “Remote Control“

section for details.)

Power LED — This LED lights to indicate that power is applied to the unit.

PowerCage FOX DVI and PowerCage FOX VGA • Installation and Operation 11

Making Connections

C1 C2

DVI connector (PowerCage FOX DVI)

Figure 8 denes the DVI pin assignments.

17 24

Female Connector

Male Connector

Figure 8. DVI Connectors

C3 C4

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

DVI-D data supported by the PowerCage FOX DVI. The analog video pins are not

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

Pin Signal

TMDS data 2–

TMDS data 2+

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

Spare

DDC clock

DDC dat

No connection TMDS clock–Hot Plug Detect

Analog Red Video

Analog Green Video

Pin PinSignal Signal

TMDS data 1–

TMDS data 1+

Spare

+5 V power

Analog Blue Video

Analog H. Sync

TMDS data 0–

TMDS data 0+

MDS clock+Ground (+5 V)

Analog Ground

Spare

DVI signals run at a very high frequency and are especially prone to errors caused by bad

video connections, too many adapters, or excessive cable length. To avoid the loss of an image or jitter, follow these guidelines:

• Do not exceed 16.4 feet (5 meters) on the input or buffered loop-through of the

PowerCage FOX DVI transmitter or the output of the PowerCage FOX DVI receiver.

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

• Limit or avoid the use of adapters.

• Use only cables specically intended for DVI or HDMI® signals. Use of non-DVI or non-

HDMI cables or modied cables can result in a missing video output.

PowerCage FOX DVI and PowerCage FOX VGA • Installation and Operation 12

RS-232 connections

REMOTE

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

The Remote RS-232 port is for remote control of the transmitter and receiver. The protocol for the Remote RS-232 port is as follows:

• 9600 baud • no parity • 8 data bits

• 1 stop bit • no ow control

REMOTE

ALARM

RS-232

1 2

Tx Rx

RS-232

OVER FIBER

Tx Rx

FunctionPin

Transmit data

Receive data

Gnd

Signal ground

Do not tin the wires!

Ground ( ) Receive (Rx) Transmit (Tx)

Bidirectional

Controlling

Device

Ground ( ) Receive (Rx) Transmit (Tx)

NOTE: Cross the Tx and Rx lines once

between the source and the target.

Figure 9. RS-232 Over Fiber Connector

NOTES: The length of exposed wires is critical. The ideal length is 3/16 inch (5 mm) (see

the audio input connector NOTES on page 8 for more information.)

Alarm outputs connection

ALARM

RS-232

Tx Rx

Figure 10. Alarm Connector

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

1 2

Do not tin the wires!

NOTES: The length of exposed wires is critical. The ideal length is 3/16 inch (5 mm) (see

the audio input connector NOTES on page 8 for more information.)

PowerCage FOX DVI and PowerCage FOX VGA • Installation and Operation 13

PowerCage Front Panel Port, Control, and Indicators

The following features are on the front panel of the PowerCage enclosure.

2 3 14 15 16

COMM POWER ALARM

13 16 17 1814 15

Figure 11. PowerCage Front Panel

Comm LED (16 board locations) — This LED lights to indicate that the board at this

location is selected for connection to the Conﬁguration port (item q). Repeatedly press the Comm Select button (item p) as necessary to select the desired board.

Power LED (all locations) — This LED lights to indicate that power is applied to the device

at this location.

Alarm LED (16 board locations) — This LED lights to indicate that light is not received on

the Rx connector of the board at this location.

PSU

PSU1FAN2FAN

COMM

SELECT

CONFIG

TEMP

PowerCage 1600

Alarm LED (2 PS locations) — This LED lights to indicate that the power supply has failed

or is out of tolerance.

Alarm LED (2 Fan locations) — This LED lights to indicate that the fan has failed.

Comm Select button — Repeatedly press this button as necessary to select the desired

board for connection to the Conﬁguration port (item q). The Comm LED (item m) for the selected board lights.

PowerCage FOX DVI and PowerCage FOX VGA • Installation and Operation 14

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

function as the Remote RS-232 port on the transmitter or receiver board, but is easier to access than the ports on the boards after the units have been installed and cabled. The 9-pin D to 2.5 mm mini jack

TRS RS-232 cable, included with the PowerCage enclosure,

but also available separately, part number 70-335-01 (see ﬁgure 12), can be used for this

connection.

6 feet

(1.8 m)

Tip

Ring

9-pin D Connection TRS Plug

Pin 2 Computer Rx line Tip Pin 3 Computer Tx line Ring Pin 5 Computer signal ground Sleeve

Sleeve (Gnd)

Figure 12. 9-pin TRS RS-232 Cable

NOTES: • This port is for remote control of the transmitter or receiver, not for the

over ﬁber RS-232 link.

• This port parallels the Remote RS-232 ports on the boards. If an active front panel conﬁguration connection is made, the board Remote RS-232 port becomes inactive.

• The maximum distances from the transmitter or receiver to the controlling

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

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

• 9600 baud • no parity • 8 data bits

• 1 stop bit • no ow control

Temp LED — This LED lights to indicate that the temperature within the PowerCage

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

Operation

After the transmitter, all receivers, and their connected devices are powered up, the system is fully operational. If any problems are encountered, verify that the cables are routed and connected properly, and that all display devices have identical resolutions and refresh rates. If

your problems persist, call the Extron S3 Sales & Technical Support Hotline (see the contact

numbers on the rear of this manual for the Extron ofce nearest you.)

To take advantage of the various adjustments and test patterns available in the PowerCage FOX, you need to connect a computer or other RS-232 capable device to the Remote/RS-232 port on either unit or to the front panel Conﬁguration port and operate using either SIS commands or the FOX Extender control program on a computer running

Windows.

PowerCage FOX DVI and PowerCage FOX VGA • Installation and Operation 15

Remote Control

This section describes the remote control operation of the PowerCage FOX DVI and PowerCage FOX VGA, including:

• Serial Ports

• Simple Instruction Set Control

• FOX Extender Program Control

Serial Ports

The transmitter and receiver boards each have an RS-232 serial port on a 3-pin captive screw connector that can be connected to a host device such as a computer running the

HyperTerminal utility, an RS-232 capable PDA, or a control system. The PowerCage enclosure

has a Conﬁguration port, a 2.5 mm mini stereo jack, that parallels the board ports. These ports make serial control of the transmitter and receiver possible.

The protocol for all ports is as follows:

• 9600 baud • no parity • 8 data bits

• 1 stop bit • no ow control

NOTES: • For each unit, the Remote RS-232 port is active only if the PowerCage

Conﬁguration port is not active. If an active Conﬁguration port connection is made, the Remote RS-232 port for that board becomes inactive.

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

video, audio, and serial command transmission. However, if you connect

only one ﬁber optic cable, you will not receive RS-232 reports from the controlled device, and there will be reduced RS-232 command and control program functionality on the Rx unit. To receive responses from the controlled device and for full functionality, install both ﬁber optic cables and leave the PowerCage FOX receiver in normal conﬁguration (via an SIS command for the PowerCage FOX Rx receiver).

Board Remote RS-232 Ports

REMOTE

ALARM

RS-232

1 2

Tx Rx

Do not tin the wires!

Ground ( ) Receive (Rx) Transmit (Tx)

NOTE: Cross the Tx and Rx lines once

between the source and the target.

TX RX

Gnd

Bidirectional

FunctionPin

Transmit data Receive data Signal ground

Controlling

Device

Ground ( ) Receive (Rx) Transmit (Tx)

Figure 13. Remote Connector Pin Assignments

PowerCage FOX DVI and PowerCage FOX VGA • Remote Control 16

PowerCage Conﬁguration Port

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

enclosure, but available separately, part #70-335-01 (see ﬁgure 14) can be used for connection to the Conﬁguration port.

9-pin D Connection TRS Plug

Pin 2 Computer Rx line Tip Pin 3 Computer Tx line Ring Pin 5 Computer signal ground Sleeve

Figure 14. 9-pin TRS RS-232 Cable

6 feet

(1.8 m)

Tip

Ring

Sleeve (Gnd)

PowerCage FOX DVI and PowerCage FOX VGA • Remote Control 17

Simple Instruction Set Control

Host-to-Unit Instructions

SIS commands consist of one or more characters per ﬁeld. No special characters are required

to begin or end a command character sequence. When a command is valid, the unit

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

Symbol Deﬁnitions

= CR/LF (carriage return/line feed)

] } = Carriage return (no line feed)

• = Space (hard) character

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

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

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

X1* =

Rx link and daisy chain enable 0 = disable 2 = daisy chain enable

X1( = Link and input status 0 = link or input not detected 1 = link or input detected X2) = Video delay (0 plus six steps at 0.25 seconds per step) 0 = 0 second

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

–

18 to +10 (in 1.0 dB steps)

–

10 dBV) 1 = professional (+4 dBu)

1 = Color Bars 3 = alternating pixels

1 = return link enable

1 = 0.25 second 4 = 1.0 second 2 = 0.5 second 5 = 1.25 second 3 = 0.75 second 6 = 1.5 second (default)

PowerCage FOX DVI and PowerCage FOX VGA • Remote Control 18

Unit-initiated Messages

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

message to the host. The unit-initiated messages are listed below:

- or -

]]

The connected unit issues the appropriate copyright message (above) when it ﬁrst powers on. Vx.xx is the ﬁrmware version number; 70-xxx-xx is the part number of the connected unit.

Reconfig

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

]

changed.

1Lnk

X1(

•2Lnk

X1(

•RGB

X1(

•Aud

X1(

]

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

X$X$

Dip

]

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

NOTES: • The Dip

X$X$

message occurs only when the connected receiver is a FOXBOX

]

unit.

• Only DIP switch 1 (the ﬁrst X$) has any effect on the system operation. When the switch is on (up), the receiver is in daisy chain mode.

PowerCage FOX DVI and PowerCage FOX VGA • Remote Control 19

Error Responses

ASCII to Hex Conversion Table

•

Space

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

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

E10 - Invalid command E11 - Invalid preset number E13 - Invalid parameter E14 - Invalid command for this conguration

Using the Command/Response Tables

The command/response table begins on the next page. Either uppercase or lower case letters

are acceptable in the command ﬁeld except where indicated for the audio level (gain and attenuation) commands. Symbols are used throughout the table to represent variables in the command/response ﬁelds. Command and response examples are shown throughout the

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

PowerCage FOX DVI and PowerCage FOX VGA • Remote Control 20

Command/Response Table for SIS Commands

Command ASCII Command

(host to unit)

Response

(unit to host)

Additional description

Video mute

Mute output

Unmute output

Show video mute status

1B 0B B

Blk1 Blk0

X!]

] ]

Blank the video output.

Output video.

Video mute status is X!.

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

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

Set DDC resolution and rate Show DDC resolution and rate

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

41*

41#

X@*X#

# DDCX@*

X@*X#]

X#]

Select a DDC resolution and refresh rate.

Show the DDC resolution and refresh rate.

Mode switch position (systems with FOXBOX receivers only)

NOTE: Only DIP switch 1 (the ﬁrst X$) has any effect on the system operation. When the switch is on (up), the receiver is in daisy chain

Show DIP switch position

mode.

X$X$]

Show the FOXBOX receiver DIP switch position.

Output sync format

Set output sync format Show output sync format

# Syn

6* 6#

X%]

Set the sync format.

Output sync polarity

Set output polarity negative Set polarity to the input

Show output sync polarity

7*1# Pol1] 7*0# Pol0]

]

Force the receiver output to always be negative. Polarity follows the video sync input to the

transmitter.

Horizontal shift

Set a horizontal position Increment position Decrement position Show position

H Hph +H –H H

Hph Hph

X&]

X&] X&] X&]

Set horizontal centering to X&. Shift the image one pixel to the right. Shift the image one pixel to the left.

Vertical shift

Set a vertical position Increment position Decrement position Show position

/ Vph +/ –/ /

Vph Vph

X&]

X&] X&] X&]

Set vertical centering to X&. Shift the image down one line. Shift the image up line.

Horizontal start

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

Set a start position

Increment start position Decrement start position Show start position

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

Example:

) Hst

128) +) –) )

X*]

Hst128

X*]

Hst

X*]

Hst

X*]

]

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

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

X@ = Resolution 01 through 19. See page 18. X# = Refresh rate 1 = 50 Hz 2 = 60 Hz X$ = Mode switch position 0 = off (down) 1 = on (up) X% = Output sync format 0 = RGBHV 1 = RGsB X^ = Output sync polarity 0 = follows input 1 = force sync negative X& = Horizontal and vertical position 000 through 255 X* = Horizontal start 000 through 255

PowerCage FOX DVI and PowerCage FOX VGA • Remote Control 21

Command/response table for SIS commands (continued)

Command ASCII Command

(host to unit)

Response

(unit to host)

Additional description

Pixel phase

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

Set a pixel phase value

Increment pixel phase Decrement pixel phase Show pixel phase

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

Example:

U Phs 10U +U –U U

X(]

Phs10

X(]

Phs

X(]

Phs

X(]

]

Set the pixel phase value to X(. Set the pixel phase value to 10. Increase pixel phase value by 1. Decrease pixel phase value by 0.

Total pixels

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

Set a total pixel value

Increment total pixel value Decrement total pixel value Show total pixel value

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

Example:

X1)

# Tpx

11* 11*1555# +11# –11# 11#

X1)]

Tpx1555

X1)]

Tpx

X1)]

Tpx

X1)]

Tpx

]

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

List sync frequency

View input frequency

1LS

X1!,X1!]

List the input sync frequency as

X1!

and

Hz (vertical).

X1!

kHz (horizontal)

Memory presets

Save preset Recall preset

X1@

, Spr

X1@

. Rpr

X1@] X1@]

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

Audio input gain and attenuation

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

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

Set input audio gain to a

+dB value

Example:

Set input audio attenuation

to a -dB value

Increment input level

Example:

Decrement input level Show input level

not case sensitive.

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

X1#

G Aud

X1%

g Aud

+G +G –G G

X1$]

Aud+02

X1$]

Aud Aud+03 Aud–01

X1$]

]

] ]

Set the input level (gain) to +

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

Set the input level (attenuation) to –

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

X1#

dB.

X1#

dB.

Audio output level

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

40*0#

40*1#

40#

Lvl0

Lvl1

X1^]

]

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

NOTE: X( = Pixel phase 00 to 31

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

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Command/response table for SIS commands (continued)

Command ASCII Command

(host to unit)

Response

(unit to host)

Additional description

Audio mute

Mute the audio

Unmute the audio

Show audio mute statue

1Z 0Z Z

Amt1 Amt0

X!]

] ]

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

Auto memory

Disable auto memory

Enable auto memory

Show auto memory status

55*0# 55*1# 55#

Img0 Img1

X!]

] ]

Auto Image™

Trigger Auto Image

55*2#

Img

]

Test pattern

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

Output Color Bars

Output grayscale Output alternating pixels

Turn test pattern off

Show test pattern status

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

1J 2J 3J

Tst1 Tst2 Tst3

Tst4

X1&]

] ] ]

]

Set the receiver to output the Color Bars test pattern.

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

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

pattern is selected).

Disable and enable return link and daisy chain

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

Disable return link

Enable return link to

transmitter

Enable daisy chain

Show return link and daisy chain status

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

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

66*0*2# 66*0#

Rle*0*0 Rle*0*1

Rle*0*2

X1*]

] ]

]

Disable link 2.

Enable link 2 (default setting).

Enable receiver daisy chain mode.

Video delay

NOTES: • The Set Video Delay command delays all analog, video, and sync video planes. This can help monitors sync correctly during an

input rate change.

• Only video is delayed. Audio is not delayed.

Set video delay

Example:

Show video delay

Y1!

# Dly

3* 3*3#

Dly3

X2)]

]

Delay video by an interval of Delay video by an interval of 0.75 seconds

(3 x 0.25 seconds).

Y1!

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

X1& = Test pattern

1 = Color Bars 3 = alternating pixels

0 = none 2 = grayscale

X1* = Rx link and daisy chain enable 0 = disable 1 = return link enable 2 = daisy chain enable X2) = Video delay 0 = 0 second

(0 plus six steps at 0.25 seconds per step) 1 = 0.25 second 4 = 1.0 second 2 = 0.5 second 5 = 1.25 second 3 = 0.75 second 6 = 1.5 second (default)

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Command/response table for SIS commands (continued)

Command ASCII Command

(host to unit)

Response

(unit to host)

Additional description

Information requests

Information request

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

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

Show ﬁrmware version

Example:

Request part number Request part number of

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

Q Q

N 1N

1S 2S 3S 4S 20S

X1(

1Lnk

X2#]

]

1.23

70-nnn-nn 70-nnn-nn

60-nnn-nn

X1(] X1(] X1(] X1(] X2$]

•2Lnk

] ]

]

X1(

•RGB

X1(

X1(•X2!•X2@]

•Aud

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

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

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

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

Resets

Reset audio Reset memory presets System reset

EZA} EZG} E

ZXXX

}

Zpa Zpg Zpx

] ] ]

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

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

NOTE: X1( = Link status 0 = light or signal input not detected

1 = light or signal detected

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

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FOX Extender Program Control

The Extron FOX Extender program, which communicates with the transmitter and receiver

pair via the Remote RS-232 port of either unit or the PowerCage Conﬁguration port, provides an easy way to operate the pair.

The program is compatible with Windows 2000, Windows XP, or later. Updates to this program can be downloaded from the Extron website (www.extron.com).

Installing the Software

The program is contained on a DVD. To install the software, insert the DVD into the drive. The Extron software DVD window should appear automatically. If it does not self-start, run Launch.exe from the DVD. Click the Software tab, scroll to the desired program, and click Install. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen. By default, the installation

creates a C:\Program Files\Extron\FOX_Extenders directory, and it places four

icons into a group folder named “Extron Electronics\FOX Extender.” The four installed icons

are:

• Uninstall FOX Extender WCP

• Check for FOX Extender updates

• FOX Extender

• FOX Extender Help

Starting the Program

Start the Extron FOX Extender program as follows:

1. Click Start > Programs > Extron Electronics > FOX Extender >

FOX Extender.

The Communication Setup window appears (see ﬁgure 15).

Figure 15. Communication Setup Window

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

The FOX Extender program window appears (see ﬁgure 16).

Figure 16. FOX Extender Program Window

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

command transmission. However, if you connect only one ber optic cable,

there will be reduced control program functionality on the Rx unit. For full functionality, install both ﬁber optic cables and leave the PowerCage FOX receiver in normal mode (via an SIS command for the PowerCage FOX Rx receiver).

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Status area

The Status area provides visual indications of the connection status.

• RGB indicator — This indicator is green when

the transmitter detects a sync signal on its video input:

• Horizontal sync (H) (for RGBHV video)

• Composite sync (S) (for RGBS video)

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

• DVI video

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

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

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

optic cable connected to the Tx port.

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

status to the transmitter via the optional Rx cable.

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

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

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

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

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

status to the receiver via the Tx cable.

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

Tx-to-receiver-Rx) cable is disconnected or the receiver is in the daisy chain

The Status area also shows which unit the controlling PC is connected to, the PowerCage FOX model (multimode or singlemode), the internal temperature, the daisy chain

mode, and the video input frequency. The “Other Side” entry is the device connected to the

far end of the ﬁber optic cable.

mode, the Link 2 indicator in the control program will not show green (detected), whether the transmitter detects the link or not.

Memory Preset area

The Memory Preset area provides a means to save and recall memory presets. Memory presets are stored values of the horizontal and vertical position and sizing information saved in

nonvolatile memory. When the PowerCage FOX is powered down and later powered back

up, the settings are available for selection using the Recall button. Saving the settings to a preset using the Save button overwrites the settings previously written to that preset.

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Mute area

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

transmitter-Rx cable is not connected in your system or the receiver is in the daisy chain mode, you can still mute the output in the Mute area, but the program cannot report the position values. The Set video (or audio) mute On or Off message is displayed for approximately 1 second (see ﬁgure 17).

Figure 17. Alternate Mute Area Indication

DDC/EDID Resolution area

The DDC/EDID Resolution area provides drop-down boxes that let

you manually set the DDC/EDID resolution and refresh rate.

Video Adjustment area

The Video Adjustment area provides slider controls that let you change the following video parameters:

• Shift Horizontal (position)

• Shift Vertical (position)

• Horizontal Start

• Pixel Phase

• Total Pixels

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

settings, the value is changed in the transmitter.

• If the PC is connected to the receiver and either the receiver-Tx-totransmitter-Rx cable is not connected in your system or the receiver is in the daisy chain mode, you cannot change these values using the control program. These slider controls are unavailable.

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

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

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

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

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

but the program cannot report the position values.

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Output Conﬁguration area

Sync Format radio buttons — The PowerCage FOX receiver outputs

RGBHV or RGsB video depending on the input to the transmitter only. The

radio buttons in this area have no effect on the PowerCage FOX receiver. Refer to the FOX 500 User Guide if you are using one of those products to receive the ﬁber optic signal, as the video output of those products can be conﬁgured.

Output Polarity radio buttons — Click either the Follow input sync or Force sync to negative radio button to select the desired video output sync polarity.

NOTE: When you make output conguration changes, the setting is changed in the

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

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

transmitter-Rx cable is not connected in your system or the receiver is in the daisy chain mode, the program cannot report the output sync format and polarity position settings in the Video Adjustment area. You can change the output sync format and polarity, but the program cannot report the changes.

Advanced Conﬁguration area

Executive Mode buttons — The Executive Mode radio buttons have no effect on the operation of the PowerCage FOX units.

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

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

Test Patterns drop box — Select one of three built-in test patterns; Color Bars, grayscale, and alternating pixels; as necessary to help adjust the color, brightness/contrast, and focus of the display. Select Off to output the video input to the transmitter.

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

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

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

power is removed.

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Audio Adjustment area

Audio Gain/Attenuation slider — Click and drag the Audio Gain/ Attenuation slider control to select the input audio gain or attenuation

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

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

is changed in the transmitter.

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

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

Audio Output Level radio buttons — Click either the Consumer Level

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

output audio level.

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

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

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

transmitter-Rx cable is not connected in your system or the receiver is in the daisy chain mode, the program cannot report the output audio level in the Audio Adjustment area. You can change the level, but the program cannot report the changes. The program shows the Set Consumer (or Set Professional) level message to indicate that the output level command is control only, not an indication (see ﬁgure 18). The message is displayed for approximately 1 second.

Figure 18. Alternate Audio Adjustment Area Indication

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Firmware upgrade

Firmware can be upgraded for each unit via the PowerCage Conﬁguration port using the

Extron Firmware Loader utility from the Windows-based control program.

NOTES: • Firmware can be upgraded through the PowerCage Conguration port only.

• When rmware upgrades are available, they are unique to the unit:

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

Downloading the ﬁrmware from the website

To obtain the latest version of ﬁrmware for your PowerCage FOX unit:

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

Firmware link on the left sidebar menu (see ﬁgure 19).

Figure 19. Location of Firmware Upgrade Files

• A unique transmitter ﬁrmware upgrade for the Tx unit

• A unique receiver ﬁrmware upgrade for the Rx unit.

2. On the Download Center screen (see ﬁgure 20), click the links for the appropriate

ﬁrmware ﬁle or ﬁles.

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

and DVI units.

Figure 20. PowerCage FOX Firmware

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3. Complete the Personal Information form (see ﬁgure 21) and click the Download

button.

Figure 21. Personal Information Form

4. Follow the instructions on the rest of the download screens to download the ﬁrmware

update from the Extron website, start the Extron Installation Program to extract the

ﬁrmware ﬁle, and place it in a folder identiﬁed in the program window.

NOTE: Note the folder to which the ﬁrmware ﬁle is saved (see ﬁgure 22).

Folder where firmware is installed

Figure 22. Location of the Firmware File

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Loading the ﬁrmware to the unit

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

Loader software from within the FOX Extender program. Your serial port on your computer

must be connected to the PowerCage Conﬁguration port only (see item q in the PowerCage Front Panel Port, Control, and Indicators section for more information.)

1. In the FOX Extender program, click the Firmware Loader button ( ) on the tool bar.

NOTE: If the Firmware Loader button does not appear on the tool bar of the

program, the Firmware Loader software is not installed. Install it as follows:

a. On the Extron website, click the Download tab. b. On the Download Center page, click Software on the left sidebar

menu.

c. Locate the “Firmware Loader” line and click the Download link at the

far right.

d. Follow the instructions on the download screens to save the installer ﬁle

to your computer.

e. In Windows Explorer or another le browser, locate the Firmware Loader

executable ﬁle in the ﬁle system of your computer and double-click on it to open it.

f. Follow the instructions on the Installation Wizard screens to install the

Firmware Loader on your computer. Unless you specify otherwise, the installer program places the Firmware Loader le, “FWLoader.exe” in C:\Program Files\Extron\FWLoader.

If the Extron and FWLoader folders do not yet exist in your Program Files

folder, the installer creates them.

2. If you have not previously updated ﬁrmware for the PowerCage FOX unit before, on the

Add Device screen (see ﬁgure 23), select the RS-232 tab. If you have previously updated ﬁrmware for this model, click Cancel. The Firmware

Loader window appears. Proceed to step 5.

NOTE: Although the screen also has a TCP/IP tab, the PowerCage FOX unit does

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

Figure 23. Add Device Screen

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3. From the drop-down menus on the RS-232 screen, select the appropriate Com port

number and baud rate (the default is 9600).

4. Click OK. The Firmware Loader window appears (see ﬁgure 24).

Figure 24. Extron Firmware Loader Window

5. Select the PowerCage FOX unit and click File > Open. The Choose Firmware

File screen appears (see ﬁgure 25).

Figure 25. Choose Firmware File Window

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

File window closes.

NOTE: When downloaded from the Extron website, the rmware is placed in a

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

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

the switcher to stop functioning.

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7. In the Firmware Loader window, click Begin (see ﬁgure 26).

The Total Progress and Progress Status bars show the progress of the upload. The ﬁrmware upload to the switcher may take several minutes. Once the status bars have progressed from 0% to 100%, and Status is listed as Completed, the ﬁrmware loader utility resets the unit.

Figure 26. Firmware Loader Screen

8. Click Exit to close the Firmware Loader.

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Reference Information

This section provides the speciﬁcations, part numbers, and installation instructions for the

PowerCage FOX DVI and PowerCage FOX VGA.

• Speciﬁcations

• Part Numbers

• Installing a Board in the Enclosure

Speciﬁcations

NOTE: The PowerCage FOX boards are available in singlemode or multimode versions.

NOTE: The optional PowerCage FOX boards are class 1 laser products. They meet the safety regulations of

IEC-60825, FDA 21 CFR 1040.10, and FDA 21 CFR 1040.11.

Optical speciﬁcations — PowerCage FOX boards, interconnection between transmitter and receiver

Number/type .................................. 1 singlemode or 1 multimode ﬁber optic input and output per FOX board, up to 8 double

space boards per PowerCage enclosure

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

transmit return data for bidirectional control/communication.

Connectors Operating distance

NOTE: Operating distance is approximate. These are typical distances. The maximum distance may be greater

Nominal peak wavelength Transmission power, singlemode or multimode

Maximum receiver sensitivity

.................................... 2 bidirectional LC connectors per FOX board

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

Multimode ............................... 300 m (985') with 62.5 µm multimode (MM) cable and a MM board

1 km (3280') with 50 µm multimode (MM) cable and a MM board 2 km (6561') with 50 µm 2000 MHz bandwidth laser optimized MM cable and a MM board

than these typical numbers depending on factors such as ﬁber type, ﬁber bandwidth, connector splicing, losses, modal or chromatic dispersion, environmental factors, and kinks.

.............. 850 nm for multimode (MM), 1310 nm for singlemode (SM)

-5 dBm, typical

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

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

36PowerCage FOX DVI and PowerCage FOX VGA • Reference Information

Optical loss budget

Singlemode

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

Maximum channel data rate ........... 4.25 Gbps

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

Video — PowerCage FOX Tx/Rx VGA

NOTE: For PowerCage FOX VGA boards, the analog video input signal is digitized pixel for pixel in the transmitter,

sent digitally through the ﬁber cable, and converted back to analog video in the receiver.

Signal type

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

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

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

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

undersampled

Video input — PowerCage FOX Tx VGA

Number/signal type ........................ 1 VGA-UXGA RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB, RsGsBs

Connector ...................................... 1 female 15-pin HD

Nominal levels ................................ 0.7 Vp-p for RGB

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

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

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

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

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

Video output — PowerCage FOX Rx VGA

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

1 VGA-UXGA RGBHV, RGsB (follows input or can be set by user) With input from a FOXBOX Tx VGA/YUV: 1 VGA-UXGA RGBHV, component video (bi- or tri-level YUV, 480p, 576p, 720p, 1080i,

1080p)

Connector ...................................... 1 female 15-pin HD

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sync — PowerCage FOX Tx/Rx VGA

Input type ...................................... RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB, RsGsBs

Output type ................................... RGBHV, RGsB (follows input or can be set by user)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Video — PowerCage FOX Tx DVI, PowerCage FOX Tx/Rx DVI Plus

Resolution range

PowerCage FOX Tx DVI

PowerCage FOX Tx/Rx DVI Plus Up to 1920x1200 or 1080p @ 60 Hz pixel for pixel

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

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

............ Up to 1600x1200 or 1080p @ 60 Hz pixel for pixel; higher resolutions up to 1920x1200 @

60 Hz, undersampled

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Video input — PowerCage FOX Tx DVI, PowerCage FOX Tx DVI Plus

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

Connector ...................................... 1 female DVI-I

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

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

Video output — PowerCage FOX Rx DVI Plus

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

Connector ...................................... 1 female DVI-I

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

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

Audio

NOTE: In PowerCage FOX boards, the analog audio signal(s) is (are) digitized in the transmitter, sent through the

ﬁber cable, and converted back to analog audio in the receiver.

Gain

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

Range

Default .................................... Unbalanced output: -6 dB; balanced output: 0 dB

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

THD + Noise

VGA and DVI boards

AV boards ................................ 0.15% @ 1 kHz at nominal level

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

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

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

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

................ 0.10% @ 1 kHz at nominal level

Audio input

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

Connector ...................................... (1) 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 5 pole

Impedance ..................................... 10k ohms unbalanced, 20k ohms balanced, DC coupled

Nominal level ................................. +4 dBu (1.23 Vrms), -10 dBV (316 mVrms)

Maximum level ............................... +17 dBV, (unbalanced) at 1% THD+N

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

Audio output

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

Connector ...................................... (1) 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 5 pole

Impedance ..................................... 50 ohms unbalanced, 100 ohms balanced

Nominal level ................................. +4 dBu (1.23 Vrms), -10 dBV (316 mVrms)

Maximum level (Hi-Z) ...................... +19 dBu, unbalanced at 1% THD+N

Maximum level (600 ohms) ............ >+15 dBm, unbalanced at 1% THD+N

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

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Control/remote

Serial control ports

Enclosure

PowerCage FOX boards

Baud rate and protocol

PowerCage FOX boards

Serial control pin conﬁgurations

Captive screw connector .......... 1 = Tx, 2 = Rx, 3 = GND

Mini stereo jack ....................... RS-232: tip = Tx, ring = Rx, sleeve = GND

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

General

Power consumption* ..................... 1 or 2* (positive-negative), 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz; internal, hot-swappable

System ..................................... Enclosure without boards: 12.4 watts at 115 VAC, 60 Hz

Each FOX board at 115 VAC, 60 Hz

Power input requirements for boards . 12 VDC, 1.0 A, supplied by the PowerCage enclosure

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

Cooling .......................................... Enclosure: fans, front to back

Mounting — PowerCage enclosure

Rack mount ............................. Yes

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

Enclosure dimensions

PowerCage enclosure .............. 5.25” H x 17.0” W x 12.25” D (3U high, full rack wide)

PowerCage FOX boards ........... Fits a double slot opening in a PowerCage enclosure.

Product weight

PowerCage enclosure .............. 11.6 lbs (5.3 kg)

PowerCage FOX boards ........... 1.1 lbs (0.5 kg)

Shipping weight

PowerCage enclosure .............. 13 lbs (6 kg)

Boards ..................................... 2 lbs (1 kg) each

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

Regulatory compliance

Safety

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

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

Warranty ........................................ 3 years parts and labor

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

Control

.............................. 1 bidirectional RS-232, 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 5 pole (uses 3 poles; shared with

the alarm port)

Pass-through

Control

...................... 1 RS-232, 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 5 pole (3 pins are used, “RS-232 Over Fiber”)

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

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

™

Extron Simple Instruction Set (SIS

A redundant power supply is optional.

)

FOX Tx VGA: 5.68 watts FOX Rx VGA: 6.54 watts FOX Tx DVI: 5.67 watts FOX Rx DVI: 5.50 watts FOX 3G HD-SDI: 1.84 watts FOX Tx AV: 6.89 watts FOX Rx AV: 5.57 watts

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

Boards: convection, within the PowerCage enclosure

13.3 cm H x 43.2 cm W x 31.2 cm D (Depth excludes connectors on the optional boards. Width excludes rack ears.)

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

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

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Part Numbers

PowerCage FOX part numbers

The PowerCage FOX units must be installed in a PowerCage 1600 enclosure. The units are available in singlemode (SM) and multimode (MM) models:

PowerCage Enclosure and Boards Part number

PowerCage 1600 Enclosure 60-978-01

PowerCage FOX Tx VGA SM 70-699-12 PowerCage FOX Rx VGA SM 70-699-22 PowerCage FOX Tx VGA MM 70-699-11 PowerCage FOX Rx VGA MM 70-699-21

PowerCage FOX Tx DVI SM 70-700-12 PowerCage FOX Rx DVI SM 70-700-22 PowerCage FOX Tx DVI Plus SM 70-873-12

PowerCage FOX Rx DVI Plus SM 70-873-22 PowerCage FOX Tx DVI MM 70-700-11 PowerCage FOX Rx DVI MM 70-700-21 PowerCage FOX Tx DVI Plus MM 70-873-11 PowerCage FOX Rx DVI Plus MM 70-873-21

Included parts

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

Included parts Part number

IEC power cord

Tweeker (small screwdriver) Setup guide Captive screw 5-pole connectors (qty. 6) 10-703-12 (2) 10’ LC-LC duplex patch cables

(SM or MM, depending on the model)

PowerCage FOX DVI and PowerCage FOX VGA • Reference Information 40

Cables

Accessory Part number

VGA M-M MD, 3' to 100' (0.9 m to 30.4 m) (molded)

VGA M-M BK, 3' to 100' (0.9 m to 30.4 m) (backshell)

VGAP M-M MD, 3' to 25' (0.9 m to 7.6 m) (molded) (plenum)

VGAP M-M BK, 35' to 100' (10.6 m to 30.4 m) (backshell) (plenum)

VGA-A M-M MD (with audio), 3' to 50' (0.9 m to 15.2 m) (molded)

VGA-A M-M BK (with audio), 3' to 50' (0.9 m to 15.2 m) (backshell)

26-238-nn

26-439-nn

26-490-nn

DVID SL Pro Series

DVI-D male-to-male cable

HDMI M-M Pro Series

HDMI male to male cable

HDMI M-DVI-D M/6

HDMI male to DVI-D male, 6' (1.8 m)

26-649-nn

26-650-nn

26-614-02

Adapters

Accessories Part number

HDMIF-DVIDM

HDMI female to DVI-D male adapter

HDMIM-DVIDF

HDMI male to DVI-D female adapter

26-616-01

26-617-01

PowerCage FOX DVI and PowerCage FOX VGA • Reference Information 41

Installing a Board in the Enclosure

Up to 16 single slot or 8 dual slot input/output boards can be inserted into the PowerCage enclosure. The PowerCage transmitters and receivers are all dual slot boards.

NOTE: The boards are hot-swappable, and can be installed or removed without

disconnecting power to the PowerCage enclosure.

Use ESD precautions when installing a board to avoid damaging the board. Keep

the board in the anti-static bag until needed. Use proper grounding techniques during installation.

1. Ensure power is removed from the PowerCage enclosure.

2. Position the board in the slot so that the power and communication ports on the

front end of the board are aligned with the matching ports inside of the board cage (see ﬁgure 27).

16 available single board slots or 8 double board slots

PowerCage

MTP R AV

PowerCage

INPUT

Power Supply

LISTED 1T23

N15778

I.T.E.

100-240V 50/60Hz

5A MAX.

RS-232

FOX 3G HD-SDI

Tx Rx

PowerCage FOX Rx AV

1 2

PowerCage

FOX RX RGB

ALARM

Y/VID

Tx Rx

RS-232

REMOTE

1 2

Tx Rx

AUDIO

MONO

AUDIO OUTPUT

GAIN

MODE

SHARP

HD/SDI INPUTHD/SDI OUTPUTS

PowerCage

FOX RX RGB

1 2

ALARM

Tx Rx

RS-232

REMOTE

Tx Rx

RS-232

OVER FIBER

AUDIO

RGB

OUTPUT

ALARM

RS-232 OVER FIBER

Tx Rx

RS-232

REMOTE

Tx Rx

OVER FIBER

AUDIO

VIDEO

RGB

OUTPUT

Screws (2 per card)

Figure 27. Inserting Boards into the PowerCage 1600 Enclosure

3. Carefully slide the board into the slot and push the board ﬁrmly into place.

4. Use a screwdriver to tighten the 2 screws to secure the board into place.

5. Repeat steps 2 to 4 for all boards needing installation.

NOTE: Ensure the boards are ﬂush with the rear of the enclosure and the screws

tightened securely before applying power.

PowerCage FOX DVI and PowerCage FOX VGA • Reference Information 42

Extron® Warranty

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

USA, Canada, South America, and Central America:

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

Europe, Africa, and the Middle East:

Extron Europe Hanzeboulevard 10 3825 PH Amersfoort The Netherlands

Asia:

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

Japan:

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

China:

Extron China 686 Ronghua Road Songjiang District Shanghai 201611 China

Middle East:

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

Singapore

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

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

Authorization) number. This will begin the repair process.

USA: (714) 491-1500 Europe: +31.33.453.4040 Asia: +65.6383.4400 Japan: +81.3.3511.7655

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

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

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

Extron USA - West

Headquarters

+800.633.9876 Inside USA/Canada Only

+1.714.491.1500 +1.714.491.1517 FAX

Extron USA - East

+800.633.9876

Inside USA/Canada Only

+1.919.863.1794 +1.919.863.1797 FAX

Extron Europe

+800.3987.6673

Inside Europe Only

+31.33.453.4040 +31.33.453.4050 FAX

Extron Asia

+800.7339.8766

Inside Asia Only

+65.6383.4400 +65.6383.4664 FAX

Extron Japan

+81.3.3511.7655 +81.3.3511.7656 FAX

Extron China

+400.883.1568

Inside China Only

+86.21.3760.1568 +86.21.3760.1566 FAX

Extron Middle East

+971.4.2991800 +971.4.2991880 FAX

Extron Electronics FOX Tx-Rx DVI Plus User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Introduction

• About this Manual

About the PowerCage FOX Transmitters and Receivers

General System Operation

System Compatibility

Cable Transmission Modes

Features

Installation and Operation

Mounting the Units

Connections and Indications

Making Connections

PowerCage Front Panel Port, Control, and Indicators

Operation

Remote Control

Serial Ports

Board Remote RS-232 Ports

Unit-initiated Messages

Error Responses

Using the Command/Response Tables

FOX Extender Program Control

Installing the Software

Starting the Program

Firmware upgrade

Reference Information

Part Numbers

PowerCage FOX part numbers

Included parts

Cables

Adapters

Installing a Board in the Enclosure