Extron FOXBOX Rx HDMI User manual

Brand: Extron

Model: FOXBOX Rx HDMI

Type: User manual

This manual is also suitable for

FOXBOX Tx HDMI

User Guide

FOXBOX Tx / Rx HDMI

Fiber Optic Extenders

High Resolution Fiber Optic Transmitters and Receivers

68-1984-01 Rev. D

12 20

Safety Instructions

Safety Instructions • English

WARNING: This symbol, ,when used on the product, 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.

ATTENTION: This symbol, , when used on the product, is intended

to alert the user of important operating and maintenance (servicing)

instructions in the literature provided with the equipment.

For information on safety guidelines, regulatory compliances, EMI/EMF

compatibility, accessibility, and related topics, see the Extron Safety and

Regulatory Compliance Guide, part number 68-290-01, on the Extron

website, www.extron.com.

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darauf aufmerksam machen, dass im Inneren des Gehäuses dieses

Produktes gefährliche Spannungen herrschen, die nicht isoliert sind und

die einen elektrischen Schlag verursachen können.

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Hinweise zur Bedienung und Wartung (Instandhaltung) geben.

Weitere Informationen über die Sicherheitsrichtlinien, Produkthandhabung,

EMI/EMF-Kompatibilität, Zugänglichkeit und verwandte Themen finden Sie in

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avisa al usuario de la presencia de voltaje peligroso sin aislar dentro del

producto, lo que puede representar un riesgo de descarga eléctrica.

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al usuario de la presencia de importantes instrucciones de uso y

mantenimiento recogidas en la documentación proporcionada con el

equipo.

Para obtener información sobre directrices de seguridad, cumplimiento

de normativas, compatibilidad electromagnética, accesibilidad y temas

relacionados, consulte la Guía de cumplimiento de normativas y seguridad

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produit d’une tension électrique dangereuse susceptible de provoquer

un choc électrique.

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signale à l’utilisateur des instructions d’utilisation ou de maintenance

importantes qui se trouvent dans la documentation fournie avec le

matériel.

Pour en savoir plus sur les règles de sécurité, la conformité à la

réglementation, la compatibilité EMI/EMF, l’accessibilité, et autres sujets

connexes, lisez les informations de sécurité et de conformité Extron, réf.

68-290-01, sur le site Extron, www.extron.com.

Istruzioni di sicurezza • Italiano

AVVERTENZA: Il simbolo, , se usato sul prodotto, serve ad

avvertire l’utente della presenza di tensione non isolata pericolosa

all’interno del contenitore del prodotto che può costituire un rischio di

scosse elettriche.

ATTENTZIONE: Il simbolo, , se usato sul prodotto, serve ad

avvertire l’utente della presenza di importanti istruzioni di funzionamento

e manutenzione nella documentazione fornita con l’apparecchio.

Per informazioni su parametri di sicurezza, conformità alle normative,

compatibilità EMI/EMF, accessibilità e argomenti simili, fare riferimento

alla Guida alla conformità normativa e di sicurezza di Extron, cod. articolo

68-290-01, sul sito web di Extron, www.extron.com.

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Informacji na temat wytycznych w sprawie bezpieczeństwa, regulacji

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zobacz Extron bezpieczeństwa i regulacyjnego zgodności przewodnik, część

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Инструкция по технике безопасности • Русский

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安全说明 • 简体中文

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有触电危险。

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使用的特性等相关内容，敬请访问 Extron 网站 , www.extron.com，参见

Extron 安全规范指南，产品编号 68-290-01

。

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ついては、エクストロンのウェブサイト www.extron.com より『 Extron Safety

and Regulatory Compliance Guide』 ( P/N 68-290-01) をご覧ください。

안전 지침 • 한국어

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니다.

안전 가이드라인, 규제 준수, EMI/EMF 호환성, 접근성, 그리고 관련 항목에

대한 자세한 내용은 Extron 웹 사이트(www.extron.com)의 Extron 안전 및

규제 준수 안내서, 68-290-01 조항을 참조하십시오.

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Extron, Cable Cubby, ControlScript, CrossPoint, DTP, eBUS, EDID Manager, EDID Minder, Flat Field, FlexOS, Global Configurator,

GlobalScripter, GlobalViewer, Hideaway, HyperLane, IPIntercom, IPLink, KeyMinder, LinkLicense, LockIt, MediaLink, MediaPort, NetPA,

PlenumVault, PoleVault, PowerCage, PURE3, Quantum, Show Me, SoundField, SpeedMount, SpeedSwitch, SystemINTEGRATOR,

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FCC Class A Notice

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital

device, pursuant to part15 of the FCC rules. The ClassA limits provide reasonable

protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial

environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,

if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful

interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is

likely to cause interference. This interference must be corrected at the expense of the user.

ATTENTION:

• The Twisted Pair Extension technology works with unshielded twisted pair (UTP)

or shielded twisted pair (STP) cables; but to ensure FCC Class A and CE

compliance, STP cables and STP Connectors are required.

• La technologie extension paires torsadées fonctionne avec les câbles paires

torsadées blindées(UTP) ou non blindées(STP). Aﬁn de s’assurer de la

compatibilité entre FCC ClasseA et CE, les câbles STP et les connecteurs STP

sont nécessaires.

NOTES:

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

cables must be used to ensure compliance with FCC emissions limits.

• For more information on safety guidelines, regulatory compliances, EMI/EMF

compatibility, accessibility, and related topics, see the Extron Safety and

Regulatory Compliance Guide on the Extron website.

Conventions Used in this Guide

Notifications

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WARNING: Potential risk of severe injury or death.

AVERTISSEMENT : Risque potentiel de blessure grave ou de mort.

CAUTION: Risk of minor personal injury.

ATTENTION : Risque de blessuremineure.

ATTENTION:

• Risk of property damage.

• Risque de dommages matériels.

NOTE: A note draws attention to important information.

Software Commands

Commands are written in the fonts shown here:

^AR Merge Scene,,0p1 scene 1,1 ^B 51 ^W^C.0

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

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

NOTE: For commands and examples of computer or device responses used in this

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“o.”

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shown here:

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

C:\Program Files\Extron

Variables are written in slanted form as shown here:

ping xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx —t

SOH R Data STX Command ETB ETX

Selectable items, such as menu names, menu options, buttons, tabs, and field names are

written in the font shown here:

From the

File menu, select New.

Click the OK button.

Specifications Availability

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

Extron Glossary of Terms

A glossary of terms is available at http://www.extron.com/technology/glossary.aspx.

viiFOXBOX Tx/Rx HDMI • Contents

Contents

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

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

About the FOXBOX Tx/Rx HDMI ......................... 1

Transmitter...................................................... 2

Receiver ......................................................... 3

Both Units ...................................................... 3

System Compatibility ...................................... 3

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

Installation ..................................................... 5

Installation Overview ........................................... 5

Connections ....................................................... 5

Transmitter Connections, Controls, and

Indicators ...................................................... 5

Receiver Connections, Controls, and

Indicators ...................................................... 9

Making Connections ..................................... 12

Operation ......................................................... 16

Troubleshooting — If No Image Appears ........... 17

Remote Control ...........................................18

Simple Instruction Set Control .......................... 18

Host-to-Unit Communications ...................... 18

Using the Command and Response Tables .. 20

FOX Extenders Control Program ....................... 28

Installing the Software ................................... 28

Starting the Program .................................... 29

Using the Program ........................................ 31

Updating the Firmware ................................. 38

Equipment Mounting .................................. 42

Mounting the Unit ............................................. 42

Tabletop Use ................................................ 42

Mounting kits ................................................ 42

UL Rack-Mounting Guidelines ...................... 42

FOXBOX Tx/Rx HDMI • Contents viii

FOXBOX Tx/Rx HDMI • Introduction 1

Introduction

WARNING: The FOXBOX Tx/Rx HDMI outputs continuous invisible light,

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

AVERTISSEMENT : Le FOXBOX Tx/Rx HDMI émet une lumière invisible en continu

qui peut être dangereux pour les yeux, à utiliser avec précaution.

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

cables themselves.

• Ne regardez pas dans les connecteurs de câble ﬁbre optique sur le panneau arrière

ou dans les câbles ﬁbre optique eux-mêmes.

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

unplugged.

• Branchez les protections contre la poussière dans l’ensemble émetteur/récepteur

lorsque le câble ﬁbre optique est débranché.

• About this Guide

• About the FOXBOX Tx/Rx HDMI

• Features

About this Guide

This guide contains information about the ultra-high performance Extron

FOXBOX Tx/Rx HDMI fiber optic transmitters and receivers (see figure 1 on the next page).

About the FOXBOX Tx/Rx HDMI

The FOXBOX HDMI Fiber Optic Extender is an ultra-high performance fiber optic transmitter

and receiver set for long haul transmission of HDCP-compliant HDMI video, audio, and

RS-232 control signals over fiber optic cabling. The transmitter and receiver can extend

HDMI signals up to 30 km (18 miles).

NOTE: For HDCP compliance:

• A FOXBOX HDMI or PowerCage FOX HDMI transmitter must be paired with a

FOXBOX HDMI or PowerCage FOX HDMI receiver.

• You must connect both ﬁber optic cables between the transmitter and receiver.

• A signal cannot be daisy-chained and retain HDCP compliance.

• The bidirectional Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) is not supported.

FOXBOX Tx/Rx HDMI • Introduction 2

12V

1.0A MAX

POWER

LINK

OPTICAL

RxTx

OFF

LINK

HDMI AUDIO

HDMI

AUDIO

OUTPUTS

REMOTE

RS-232

Tx Rx

RS-232

OVER FIBER

ALARM

Tx Rx 1 2

L R

FOXBOX Rx HDMI

12V

1.0A MAX

POWER

FOXBOX Tx HDMI

AUDIO INPUT

RS-232

OVER FIBER

ALARM

Tx Rx 1 2

HDMI

LINK

OPTICAL

RxTx

LINK

POWER

12V

3A MAX

OUTPUT

4/8

OHMS

INPUTS

REMOTE

VOL/MUTE

10V 50mA

MPA 152

USUS

LISTED

7TT

AUDIO/VIDEO

APPARATUS

CLASS 2 WIRING

DO NOT GROUND

OR SHORT

SPEAKER OUTPUTS!

LINK

NPUT

LAY

L 250

OFF

DIS

LAY

MUTE

CREE

SCREE

VCR

DOC

CAM

LAPTOP

TCP/IP

Extron

FOXBOX Tx HDMI

Fiber Optic Transmitter

Extron

FOXBOX Rx HDMI

Fiber Optic Receiver

Projector

Local Monitor

Up to 30 km (18.75 miles)

singlemode ber

SM Model

HDMI

HDMl

Extron

SI 26X

Two-way Ceiling

Speakers

Audio

Output

Extron

MPA 152

Mini Power

Amplier

Blu-ray Player

RS-232

TouchLink

™

Control

System

Figure 1. Typical FOXBOX Tx/Rx HDMI Application

Transmitter

The FOXBOX Tx HDMI transmitter accepts HDMI video or DVI-D video (with an applicable

adapter), at resolutions up to 1920 x 1200 at 60 Hz. The video input can also include

embedded audio. The transmitter also loops the HDMI input through for a local monitor.

The transmitter can also accept an analog audio input on 3.5 mm mini jack. A front panel

DIP switch selects either the embedded audio or the separate analog audio for the unit to

transmit to the receiver.

The transmitter accepts a one-way (transmitter-to-receiver) RS-232 serial communication

(for applications such as projector control) serial signal input. The transmitter can receive an

optional return (receiver-to-transmitter) stream of serial RS-232 communications, such as

projector responses.

The transmitter converts the HDMI video, the selected audio, and the RS-232 serial

communication into a proprietary data stream and outputs it as an optical signal on a single

LC connector to a compatible fiber optic receiver. It also can receive a proprietary optical

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

FOXBOX Tx/Rx HDMI • Introduction 3

Receiver

The FOXBOX Rx HDMI receiver accepts a proprietary optical signal on a single LC

connector from a compatible fiber optic transmitter or daisy-chained receiver.

The receiver outputs a single link of HDMI video, digital audio (embedded in the HDMI

output), analog audio, and RS-232 serial commands.

If the receiver is appropriately configured and has a second fiber optic cable installed, 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.

If either RS-232 return or daisy-chained communications are implemented, the receiver

outputs a proprietary signal on the second fiber optic cable carrying the signal.

For video resolutions up to 1600 x 1200, 1080p, or 1920 x 1200, the video output of the

receiver is a perfect, pixel-for-pixel recreation of the video signal input to the transmitter.

With the appropriate adapter, the single link of HDMI video output by FOXBOX Rx HDMI can

be converted to DVI-D video.

The receiver has built-in alternating pixels, color bars, and grayscale test patterns to assist in

setting up the display equipment.

Both Units

The transmitter and receiver have many controls, including image and audio adjustments,

that are available under RS-232 Simple Instruction Set (SIS™) control. Both units have

image, audio, fiber light status, and lost-light alarm indicators.

System Compatibility

The FOXBOX Tx HDMI transmitter operates in either of two modes, selected under

RS-232 control, for compatibility with other, non-HDMI, units:

• Plus — Support resolutions up to 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz. The fiber optic output of

the transmitter can be received only by one of four receivers: a FOXBOX HDMI Rx, a

FOXBOX DVI Plus Rx, a PowerCage HDMI Rx, or a PowerCage FOX DVI Plus Rx.

• Non-Plus — Supports resolutions up to 1600 x 1200 @ 60 Hz. The fiber optic

output of the transmitter can be received by any FOXBOX, PowerCage FOX, and

FOX 500 VGA and DVI unit, including the Plus and non-Plus units.

The FOXBOX Rx HDMI receiver operates interchangeably with all FOXBOX, PowerCage

FOX, and FOX 500 VGA and DVI units, including Plus and non-Plus units.

NOTES:

• Although the receiver can operate with non-HDMI transmitters, the video output is

not HDCP-compliant.

• The transmitter and receiver are not compatible with the FOX AV,

PowerCage FOX AV, FOX 3G HD-SDI, PowerCage FOX 3G HD-SDI, and

FOX 3G DVC models.

FOXBOX Tx/Rx HDMI • Introduction 4

Features

• Ultra high performance — Offers pixel-for-pixel HDMI or DVI-D (with an adapter)

video transmission, up to 1920 x 1200 at 60 Hz (in Plus mode) or 1600 x 1200 at 60 Hz

(in non-plus mode).

• Video input — The transmitter accepts a single link of HDMI or DVI-D video.

• Loop-through on transmitter — The transmitter has an HDMI loop-through on a

HDMI connector that allows connection of a local monitor.

• EDID emulation mode (Display Data Channel [DDC]) — The FOXBOX Tx HDMI

transmitter provides a selector switch for specifying the rate of the incoming digital video

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

• Video output — The receiver outputs a single link of HDMI video.

• Extron fiber optic product compatibility — Enables ultra-long distance

HDMI-to-analog RGB and analog RGB-to-HDMI conversion without the need for extra

signal conversion devices.

• Compatibility with FOX 500 DA6 distribution amplifier and FOX Matrix Switchers

• Analog audio input — The transmitters accept an unbalanced stereo or mono audio

input on a 3.5 mm mini jack.

• Analog audio input gain/attenuation — The input audio level of the analog audio can

be adjusted within a range of -18 dB (attenuation) to +10 dB (gain) via the RS-232 link.

• Analog audio output — The receiver outputs balanced or unbalanced stereo audio on

a 5-pole captive screw connector and digital audio embedded in the HDMI output.

• Links monitoring — The panels of the transmitter and receiver have indicators for

monitoring image and audio transmission and both fiber optic links.

• Loss-of-light alarms — The 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 Extenders Control Program — For RS-232 remote control from a PC, the

Extron FOX Extenders Control Program, which runs under Microsoft® Windows®,

provides a graphical interface and drag-and-drop/point-and-click operation.

• Simple Instruction Set — The transmitter and receiver use the SIS for easy remote

control operation.

• Analog audio level — The analog audio output is at the consumer level (-10 dBV).

• Upgradable firmware — The firmware that controls the operation of each unit can be

upgraded in the field via an RS-232 link without taking the unit out of service. Firmware

upgrades are available for download on the Extron Web site, www.extron.com, and

they can be installed using the FOX Extenders Control Program.

• Memory presets — 30 memory presets are a time-saving feature that lets you store

input size and position settings relative to a specific input resolution. You can then recall

those settings, when needed, using the SIS or the control software.

• Rack mounting — Both FOXBOX HDMI units are rack mountable in any conventional

19-inch wide rack, using an Extron 9.5-inch or 6-inch deep rack shelf.

• Power — The 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz external power supply for each unit

provides worldwide power compatibility.

FOXBOX Tx/Rx HDMI • Installation 5

Installation

This sections details the installation of the FOXBOX Tx/Rx HDMI, including:

• Installation Overview

• Connections

• Operation

Installation Overview

Follow these steps to install and set up an Extron FOXBOX HDMI transmitter and receiver

system for operation:

1. Turn off all of the equipment. Ensure that the video sources and the output display are

all turned off and disconnected from the power source.

2. Mount the transmitter and one or more receiver (see Mounting the Unit on page 42).

3. Connect the cables and configure the receivers (see “Connections,” below).

4. Plug in the power supplies, then turn on the display devices and the input devices.

Connections

Transmitter Connections, Controls, and Indicators

FOXBOX Tx HDMI Rear Panel

Front Panel

12V

1.0A MAX

POWER

FOXBOX Tx HDMI

AUDIO INPUT

RS-232

OVER FIBER

ALARM

Tx Rx 1 2

HDMI INPUT

LINK

OPTICAL

RxTx

LINK

FOXBOX Tx HDMI

AUDIO

HDCP

HDMI

CONFIG

HDMI LOOP THRU

EDID MINDER

50Hz

AUDIO

DIGITAL

ANALOG60Hz

1 2

CCAAJJ DD EE FFII GGFF BBKK

Figure 2. FOXBOX Tx Transmitter Connectors

HDMI Input connector (see below)

HDMI Loop-through Connector

Audio connector (see the next page)

RS-232 Over Fiber port

Alarm outputs port

Fiber optic connectors (see page 7)

EDID Minder switch (see page 8)

DIP switches

Configuration port

DC power connector

Indicators

HDMI Input connector (FOXBOX HDMI only) — Connect a single link of HDMI or

DVI-D (with the appropriate adapter) to this HDMI connector (see HDMI connector on

page 12).

The FOXBOX Tx HDMI also accepts embedded digital audio on this connector.

HDMI Loop-through connector — If desired, connect a local monitor to this HDMI

connector.

FOXBOX Tx/Rx HDMI • Installation 6

Audio connector (see figure 2 on the previous page) — Plug an audio input

AUDIO INPUT

into the transmitter via this stereo mini jack connector.

NOTE: See figure 3 to identify the tip, ring, and sleeve when you are making

connections for the transmitter from existing audio cables. A mono audio

connector consists of the tip and sleeve. A stereo audio connector consists of the

tip, ring, and sleeve.

Tip (+)

Sleeve ( )

Ring (

)

Tip (+)

RCA Connector

3.5 mm Stereo Plug Connector

(balanced)

Figure 3. Typical Audio Connectors

The input audio level can be set via an SIS command (see page 22) to the transmitter

or using the FOX Extenders Control Program (see page 32).

RS-232 Over Fiber port — If you want the FOXBOX to pass serial

ALARM

Tx Rx 1 2

RS-232

OVER FIBER

command signals to the receiver, for serial control of a projector for example,

connect the host device to the transmitter via the first three leftmost poles

(Tx, Rx, and _) of this 5-pole captive screw connector (see RS-232

connections on page 13 to wire this connector).

NOTES:

• If you connect only one ﬁber optic cable (item

, on the next page), 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 link 2 enabled (via an SIS command

(see page 25) to the receiver or using the FOX Extenders Control Program

(see page 34).

• The FOXBOX can pass RS-232 commands and responses at rates up to

115200 baud.

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

ALARM

Tx Rx 1 2

RS-232

OVER FIBER

link 2, connect a locally-constructed or furnished monitoring device to the

transmitter via the two rightmost poles (1 and 2) of this 5-pole captive screw

connector. When the transmitter does not detect a light link on fiber cable

Rx (optional), pin 1 and pin 2 of this port are shorted together (see Alarm outputs

connection on page 13 to wire this connector).

FOXBOX Tx/Rx HDMI • Installation 7

Fiber optic connectors and LEDs (see figure 2 on page 5)—

WARNING: The FOXBOX Tx/Rx HDMI outputs continuous invisible light,

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

AVERTISSEMENT : Le FOXBOX Tx/Rx HDMI émet une lumière invisible en

continu qui peut être dangereux pour les yeux, à utiliser avec précaution.

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

optic cables themselves.

• Ne regardez pas dans les connecteurs de câble ﬁbre optique sur le panneau

arrière ou dans les câbles ﬁbre optique eux-mêmes.

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

unplugged.

• Branchez les protections contre la poussière dans l’ensemble émetteur/

récepteur lorsque le câble ﬁbre optique est débranché.

NOTES:

• Ensure that you use the proper ﬁber cable for your transmitter/receiver pair.

Typically, singlemode ﬁber has a yellow jacket and multimode cable has an

orange or aqua jacket.

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

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

optic cable, or if your receiver is conﬁgured to daisy-chain the optical signal:

• The HDMI signal output by the receiver is not HDCP-compliant.

• You will not receive RS-232 reports from the controlled device.

• To receive responses from the controlled device and for HDCP compliance,

you need to install both ﬁber optic cables and leave link 2 enabled (via an

SIS command (see page 25) to the receiver or using the FOX Extenders

Control Program (see page 34).

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

ansmitter

Receiver

OPTICAL

LINK

OPTICAL

LINK

122

communications from the transmitter to the receiver, connect a

fiber optic cable to the Tx LC connector.

Connect the free end of this fiber optic cable to the Rx connector

on the FOXBOX HDMI receiver (item

on figure 4 on page 10)

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

on a FOXBOX Rx HDMI receiver (item

on figure 4 on page 10)

or to any other compatible Extron FOX device.

Tx Link and Rx Link LEDs — When lit, the link is active (light is

received).

FOXBOX Tx/Rx HDMI • Installation 8

EDID Minder switch (see figure 2 on page 5)— Set this switch to one of the positions

below to select the source of the DDC or a specific resolution.

Position 0 — A user-recorded EDID that has been captured from the display

connected to the HDMI loop-thru connector on the transmitter (item

on figure 2 on

page 5) or manually imported via an SIS command on page 22 to the transmitter.

Position 1 — The EDID is selected via the front panel Configuration port using an SIS

command or the FOX Extenders Control Program.

Position 2 - F — Specify a resolution. The table below identifies the switch positions

and the associated resolutions.

Pos. Source or resolution Pos. Resolution Pos. Resolution

0 User recorded EDID 6 1280X*00 C 1600x1200

1 RS-232 7 1280x1024 D 1680x1050

2 800x600 8 1360x768 E 1920x1080 (1080p)

3 1024x768 9 1366x768 F 1920x1200

4 1280x720 (720p) A 1400x1050

5 1280x768 B 1440x900

DIP switches —

50Hz

AUDIO

DIGITAL

ANALOG60Hz

50 Hz / 60 Hz switch — This switch selects the vertical refresh rate of the

resolution selected by the EDID Minder hex switch (item

on figure 2 on

page 5). Up selects the 50 Hz rate and down selects the 60 Hz refresh rate.

Audio switch — This switch selects which audio input, the audio embedded in

the HDMI input or the analog audio, is sent to the receiver. Up selects the digital

(embedded) audio and down selects the analog audio.

Configuration port — Connect a controlling device, such as a PC, to this port

CONFIG

via a 2.5 mm mini jack TRS RS-232 cable for RS-232 protocol control of all

FOXBOX functions. See Front panel Configuration ports on page 14 for more details

on the adapter cable. See Remote Control on page 18 for SIS commands and

software control.

The TRS RS-232 cable is included with the FOXBOX Tx HDMI transmitter.

DC power connector — Plug the included external 12 VDC power supply

12V

1.0A MAX

POWER

into this connector. See Power supply wiring on page 15, to wire the connector.

Indicators —

AUDI

HDCP

HDMI

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

HDMI LED — This LED lights when the transmitter detects an input signal on its video

input.

HDCP LED — This LED lights when the input signal is HDCP encrypted.

Audio LED — This LED lights when the transmitter detects a low level audio signal for

a short period of time on the selected (embedded or analog) input. It returns to unlit if

the audio signal drops below the minimum threshold for a short period of time.

FOXBOX Tx/Rx HDMI • Installation 9

Receiver Connections, Controls, and Indicators

Rear panel

12V

1.0A MAX

POWER

LINK

OPTICAL

RxTx

LINK

HDMI AUDIO

HDMI

AUDIO

OUTPUTS

OFF

REMOTE

RS-232

Tx Rx

RS-232

OVER FIBER

ALARM

Tx Rx 1 2

FOXBOX Rx HDMI

LLMMSS OO PP RRNNQQ

Figure 4. FOXBOX Rx Receiver Rear Panel Features

HDMI Input connector (see below)

HDMI Loop-through Connector

Audio connector

RS-232 Over Fiber port

Alarm outputs port

Fiber optic connectors (see page 10)

Remote RS-232 port (see page 11)

DC power connector

HDMI Output connector — Connect a video display to this HDMI connector (see

HDMI connector on page 12).

HDMI Audio switch — This switch mutes (Off position) and unmutes (On position) the

embedded audio output on the HDMI output connector. The audio on the captive screw

output always remains active regardless of the setting of this switch.

Audio output connector — This 5-pole, 3.5 mm captive

AUDIO

screw connector outputs the transmitted, unamplified, line level audio.

Connect audio devices, such as an audio amplifier or powered speakers.

See Audio output connector on page 14 to wire a captive screw

connector for the appropriate output type and impedance level.

RS-232 Over Fiber port — If you want the FOXBOX to pass serial

ALARM

Tx Rx 1 2

RS-232

OVER FIBER

command signals to a secondary device, for serial control of a projector for

example, connect the secondary device to the receiver via the first three

leftmost poles (Tx, Rx, and _) of this 5-pole captive screw connector. See

RS-232 connections on page 13 to wire this connector.

NOTES:

• If you connect only one ﬁber optic cable (item

, on the next page), 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 link 2 enabled (via an SIS command

(see page 25) to the receiver or using the FOX Extenders Control Program

(see page 34).

• The FOXBOX can pass RS-232 commands and responses at rates up to

115200 baud.

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

ALARM

Tx Rx 1 2

RS-232

OVER FIBER

link 1, connect a locally-constructed or furnished monitoring device to the

receiver via the two rightmost poles (1 and 2) of this 5-pole captive screw

connector. When the receiver does not detect a light link on fiber cable Rx,

pin 1 and pin 2 of this port are shorted together (see Alarm outputs connection on

page 13 to wire this connector).

FOXBOX Tx/Rx HDMI • Installation 10

Fiber optic connectors and LEDs (see figure 4 on the previous page) —

WARNING: The FOXBOX Tx/Rx HDMI outputs continuous invisible light,

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

AVERTISSEMENT : Le FOXBOX Tx/Rx HDMI émet une lumière invisible en

continu qui peut être dangereux pour les yeux, à utiliser avec précaution.

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

optic cables themselves.

• Ne regardez pas dans les connecteurs de câble ﬁbre optique sur le panneau

arrière ou dans les câbles ﬁbre optique eux-mêmes.

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

unplugged.

• Branchez les protections contre la poussière dans l’ensemble émetteur/

récepteur lorsque le câble ﬁbre optique est débranché.

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

(from transmitter connector

) only.

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

(from transmitter connector

) and ﬁber cable

back to the transmitter

(connector

). See ﬁgure 5.

• One way (transmitter to receiver) with daisy

chain (receiver to receiver) — Connect ﬁber

cable

from a ﬁber optic source and cable

the next receiver in the daisy chain. See ﬁgure 6. Set

each receiver in the daisy chain to daisy chain mode Up

to 10 properly-conﬁgured receivers can be connected

in a daisy chain to a single transmitter.

• See the transmitter ﬁber connector NOTES on page 7,

which also apply to these connectors.

om Transmitter

or Daisy-Chained

Receiver

Tx Rx

Figure 6. Daisy Chain Configuration

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

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 FOXBOX Tx

transmitter (item

on page 7) or to any other compatible Extron FOXBOX 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.

Figure 5. Two Way

Configuration

ansmitter

( on

page 7)

(

page 7)

Receiver

Tx Rx

FOXBOX Tx/Rx HDMI • Installation 11

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

The Rx connector on the FOXBOX Tx transmitter (item

on page 7) or to any

other compatible Extron FOX device

The Rx connector on another receiver in the daisy chain

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

Remote RS-232 port (see figure 4 on page 9) — For serial control of the receiver,

connect a host device, such as a computer, touch panel control, or RS-232 capable

PDA, to the transmitter via this 3-pole captive screw connector. See RS-232

connections on page 13 to wire this connector. See Remote Control on page 18 for

SIS commands and software control.

DC power connector — Plug the included external 12 VDC power supply into this

connector. See Power supply wiring on page 15, to wire the connector.

Front panel

AUDIO

HDCP

HDMI

CONFIG

FOXBOX Rx HDMI

TT VV UU

Figure 7. FOXBOX Rx Receiver Front Panel Features

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

Indicators —

HDMI LED — HDMI video input

HDCP LED — This LED lights when the output signal is HDCP encrypted.

Audio LED — This LED lights on the receiver when the transmitter detects a low level

audio signal for a short period of time. It returns to unlit if the audio signal drops below

the minimum threshold for a short period of time.

Configuration port — Connect a controlling device, such as a PC, to this port via

a 2.5 mm mini jack TRS RS-232 cable for RS-232 protocol control of all FOXBOX

functions. See Front panel Configuration ports on page 14 for more details on the

adapter cable. See Remote Control on page 17 for SIS commands and software

control.

The TRS RS-232 cable is included with the FOXBOX Tx HDMI transmitter.

FOXBOX Tx/Rx HDMI • Installation 12

Making Connections

HDMI connector

HDMI 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

FOXBOX HDMI transmitter or the output of the FOXBOX HDMI receiver.

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

• Limit or avoid the use of adapters.

• Use only cables specifically intended for HDMI or DVI signals. Use of non-HDMI or

non-DVI cables or modified cables can result in a missing video output.

To securely fasten an HDMI cable to a device:

1. Plug the HDMI cable into the panel connection (see figure 8,

Figure 8. Installing the LockIt Lacing Bracket

2. Loosen the HDMI connection mounting screw from the panel enough to allow the

LockIt lacing bracket to be placed over it (

). The screw does not have to be removed.

3. Place the LockIt lacing bracket on the screw and against the HDMI connector, then

tighten the screw to secure the bracket (

ATTENTION:

• Do not overtighten the HDMI connector mounting screw. The shield to which it

fastens is very thin and can easily be stripped.

• Ne serrez pas trop la vis de montage du connecteur HDMI. Le blindage auquel

elle est attachée est très ﬁn et peut facilement être dénudé.

4. Loosely place the included tie wrap around the HDMI connector and the LockIt lacing

bracket as shown (

5. While holding the connector securely against the lacing bracket, use pliers or similar

tools to tighten the tie wrap, then remove any excess length (

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