Extron FOXBOX SR HDMI User manual

Brand: Extron

Model: FOXBOX SR HDMI

Type: User manual

User Guide

FOXBOX SR HDMI

Fiber Optic Extenders

Scaling Fiber Optic Receiver for HDMI, Audio, and RS-232

68-1990-01 Rev. B

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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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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der im Lieferumfang enthaltenen Dokumentation besonders wichtige

Hinweise zur Bedienung und Wartung (Instandhaltung) geben.

Weitere Informationen über die Sicherheitsrichtlinien, Produkthandhabung,

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

den Extron-Richtlinien für Sicherheit und Handhabung (Artikelnummer

68-290-01) auf der Extron-Website, www.extron.com.

Instrucciones de seguridad • Español

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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.

ATENCIÓN: Este símbolo, , cuando se utiliza en el producto, avisa

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, signale à l’utilisateur la présence à l’intérieur du boîtier du

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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poinformować użytkownika o obecności izolowanego i niebezpiecznego

napięcia wewnątrz obudowy produktu, który może stanowić zagrożenie

porażenia prądem elektrycznym.

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Informacji na temat wytycznych w sprawie bezpieczeństwa, regulacji

wzajemnej zgodności, zgodność EMI/EMF, dostępności i Tematy pokrewne,

zobacz Extron bezpieczeństwa i regulacyjnego zgodności przewodnik, część

numer 68-290-01, na stronie internetowej Extron,

www.extron.com.

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Trademarks

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

The following registered trademarks (

), registered service marks (

), and trademarks (

) are the property of RGBSystems, Inc. or Extron (see

the current list of trademarks on the Terms of Use page at www.extron.com):

Registered Trademarks

(

)

Extron, Cable Cubby, ControlScript, CrossPoint, DTP, eBUS, EDID Manager, EDID Minder, eLink, Flat Field, FlexOS, Glitch Free,

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

MediaPort, NetPA, PlenumVault, PoleVault, PowerCage, PURE3, Quantum, ShareLink, Show Me, SoundField, SpeedMount, SpeedSwitch,

StudioStation, SystemINTEGRATOR, TeamWork, TouchLink, V-Lock, VideoLounge, VN-Matrix, VoiceLift, WallVault, WindoWall, XPA, XTP,

XTPSystems, and ZipClip

Registered Service Mark

(SM)

: S3 Service Support Solutions

Trademarks

(

™

)

AAP, AFL (Accu-RATEFrameLock), ADSP(Advanced Digital Sync Processing), Auto-Image, AVEdge, CableCover, CDRS(ClassD

Ripple Suppression), Codec Connect, DDSP(Digital Display Sync Processing), DMI (DynamicMotionInterpolation), DriverConfigurator,

DSPConfigurator, DSVP(Digital Sync Validation Processing), EQIP, Everlast, FastBite, Flex 55, FOX, FOXBOX, IP Intercom HelpDesk,

MAAP, MicroDigital, Opti-Torque, PendantConnect, ProDSP, QS-FPC(QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller), RoomAgent, Scope-Trigger, SIS,

SimpleInstructionSet, Skew-Free, SpeedNav, Triple-Action Switching, True4K, True 8k, Vector™ 4K , WebShare, XTRA, and ZipCaddy

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 pair

es 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.

Battery

CAUTION: Risk of explosion — Do not replace the battery with an incorrect type.

Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.

ATTENTION : Risque d’explosion — Ne pas remplacer la pile par le mauvais type de

pile. Débarrassez-vous des piles usagées selon le mode d’emploi.

ATTENTION:

• If not provided with a power supply, this product is intended to be supplied by a UL

Listed power source marked “Class 2” or “LPS” and rated output 12Vdc, minimum

1.5 A or 56Vdc (PoE), minimum 0.8 A.

•

Si le pr

oduit n’est pas fourni avec une source d’alimentation, il doit être alimenté

par une source d’alimentation certifiée UL de classe 2 ou LPS, avec une tension

nominale 12 Vcc, 1.5 A minimum ou 56Vdc (PoE), minimum 0.8 A.

Conventions Used in this Guide

Notifications

The following notifications are used in this guide:

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]

0004

00300

00400

00800

00600

[02]

[17] [03]

E X! *X1^* X1(* X2%* X2# CE}

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

guide, the character “0” is the number zero and “O” is the capital letter “o.”

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

shown here:

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

C:\Program Files\Extron

Variables are written in slanted form as shown here:

ping xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx —t

SOH R Data STX Command ETB ETX

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

written in the font shown here:

From the File menu, select New.

Click the

OK button.

Specifications Availability

Product 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 SR HDMI Encoder • Contents

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

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

About the FOXBOX SR HDMI ............................. 1

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

Cable Transmission Modes ............................. 3

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

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

Rear Panel Features ........................................... 5

Making Connections ....................................... 8

Front Panel Configuration Port .......................... 12

Operation .............................................................. 14

Front Panel Indications and Controls ................ 14

Operation ......................................................... 15

Menu System Overview ................................ 15

Menu and Submenus ................................... 16

Remote Control ................................................... 22

Simple Instruction Set Control .......................... 22

Host-to-Unit Instructions ............................... 22

Symbol Definitions ........................................ 23

Unit-initiated Messages................................. 24

Error Responses ........................................... 24

Using the Command and Response Table .... 24

Command and Response Table for SIS

Commands ................................................. 25

Signal Processing Product Control Program ..... 29

Installing the Software ................................... 29

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

Firmware Upgrade ........................................ 34

Mounting ............................................................... 38

Mounting the Unit ............................................. 38

Tabletop Use ................................................ 38

Mounting kits ................................................ 38

UL Rack-Mounting Guidelines ...................... 38

Contents

FOXBOX SR HDMI Encoder • Contents viii

Introduction

WARNING: The FOXBOX SR HDMI outputs continuous invisible light, which may

be harmful to the eyes; use with caution.

AVERTISSEMENT : Le FOXBOX SR HDMI émet une lumière invisible en continu qui

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

•

Do not look into the r

ear 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 pr

otections contre la poussière dans l’ensemble émetteur/récepteur

lorsque le câble ﬁbre optique est débranché.

•

About this Guide

•

About the FOXBOX SR HDMI

•

Featur

About this Guide

This guide contains information about the ultra-high performance Extron

FOXBOX SR HDMI scaling fiber optic receiver (see ﬁgure 1 on page 2).

About the FOXBOX SR HDMI

The FOXBOX SR HDMI is an ultra-high performance scaling fiber optic receiver that

accepts a proprietary optical signal on a single LC connector from a compatible fiber optic

transmitter or daisy-chained receiver located up to 30 km (18 miles) away.

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

output), analog audio, and RS-232 serial commands. The receiver can scale its video output

to one of several resolutions and rates.

NOTE: For HDCP compliance:

• A FOXBOX SR HDMI receiver must be paired with a FOXBOX HDMI or

PowerCage FOX HDMI transmitter.

• 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 SR HDMI • Introduction 1

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

LISTED

17TT

AUDIO/VIDEO

APPARATUS

CLASS 2 WIRING

DO NOT GROUND

OR SHORT

SPEAKER OUTPUTS!

100

LINK

ACT

COM

INPUT

RELAY

TX RX

IPL 250

OFF

DISPLAY

MUTE

SCREEN

DOWN

VCR

DVD

DOC

CAM

LAPTOP

TCP/IP

Extron

FOXBOX Tx HDMI

Fiber Optic Transmitter

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

Extron

FOXBOX SR HDMI

Fiber Optic Receiver

Figure 1. Typical FOXBOX SR HDMI Application

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, or

• 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 from the transmitter.

The single link of HDMI video output by a FOXBOX SR HDMI can be converted to DVI-D

video with the appropriate adapter.

The receiver has built-in color bars, crosshatch, grayscale, alternating pixels, and crop test

patterns, which are available under RS-232 Simple Instruction Set (SIS™) control, to assist

in setting up the display equipment and image and audio adjustments. The receiver has

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

FOXBOX SR HDMI • Introduction 2

System Compatibility

The FOXBOX SR HDMI receiver operates interchangeably with all HDMI, DVI, and VGA

transmitters in the Extron FOXBOX, PowerCage FOX, and FOX 500 families, including Plus

and non-Plus units.

NOTES: • Although the receiver can operate with non-HDMI transmitters, the video

output is not HDCP-compliant.

• The receiver is not compatible with the FOX AV, PowerCage FOX AV,

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

transmitters.

Cable Transmission Modes

The receiver is further categorized by the type of fiber optic cable, multimode or singlemode,

which defines the effective range of transmission:

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

cable)

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

NOTE: The multimode and singlemode units 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.

Features

Ultra high performance — The FOXBOX SR HDMI receives pixel-for-pixel HDMI or DVI-D

(with an adapter) video transmission, up to 1920 x 1200 at 60 Hz.

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

Compatible with the FOX Matrix Switchers, and FOX 500, FOXBOX, and

PowerCage FOX transmitters and receivers (with the exception of the FOX DA6,

FOX 2G, and FOX 3G HDSDI products)

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 receiver panel has indicators for monitoring image and audio

transmission and the fiber optic link.

Loss-of-light alarms — The receivers panel has discrete outputs that indicate if either of

the fiber optic links has suffered a loss of the light signal.

Signal Processing Product Control Program — For RS-232 remote control from a

PC, the Extron Signal Processing Product Control Program, which runs under Microsoft®

Windows®, provides a graphical interface with drag-and-drop, point-and-click operation.

Simple Instruction Set — The receiver uses SIS commandsfor easy remote control

operation.

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

Auto Image™ — The auto imaging feature automatically sizes and centers the input to fill

the screen.

Upgradable firmware — The firmware that controls the operation of the receiver 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 website, www.extron.com, and they

can be installed using the Signal Processing Product Control Program.

FOXBOX SR HDMI • Introduction 3

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.

LockIt™ HDMI Cable Lacing Bracket — The receiver includes a LockIt bracket to secure

the HDMI cable to the unit.

Rack mounting — The receiver is 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 provides worldwide

power compatibility.

FOXBOX SR HDMI • Introduction 4

Installation

This sections details the installation of the FOXBOX SR HDMI, including:

• Rear Panel Features

• Front Panel Conﬁguration Port

Rear Panel Features

FOXBOX SR HDMI

LINK

OPTICAL

RxTx

HDMI

AUDIO

OUTPUTS

REMOTE

RS-232

Tx Rx

RS-232

OVER FIBER

ALARM

Tx Rx 1 2

POWER

12V

1.0 A MAX

OFF

HDMI AUDIO

43 28 5 76

Figure 2. FOXBOX SR HDMI Scaling Receiver Rear Panel Features

WARNING: The FOXBOX SR HDMI outputs continuous invisible light, which may

be harmful to the eyes; use with caution.

AVERTISSEMENT : Le FOXBOX SR HDMI émet une lumière invisible en continu qui

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

•

Do not look into the r

ear panel ﬁber optic cable connectors or into the ﬁber optic

cables themselves.

•

Ne r

egardez 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 pr

otections contre la poussière dans l’ensemble émetteur/récepteur

lorsque le câble ﬁbre optique est débranché.

NOTE: 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 the transmitter Tx connector only.

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

from the transmitter Tx connector and fiber cable

back to the transmitter

Rx connector (see ﬁgure 3 on page 6).

• One-way (transmitter to receiver) with daisy chain (receiver to

receiver) — Connect fiber cable

from a fiber optic source and cable

to the next receiver in the daisy chain (see ﬁgure 4 on page 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.

FOXBOX SR HDMI • Installation 5

a Fiber optic connectors and LEDs —

Ä Rx — 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 a FOXBOX Tx transmitter or to any other compatible Extron

FOXBOX device.

Å 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 a

compatible transmitter (see figure 3).

Daisy chain configuration — For daisy-chained video, audio,

and serial communications to the Rx connector on another

receiver (see figure 4).

From Transmitter

or Daisy-Chained

Receiver

Tx Rx

Figure 4. Daisy Chain Configuration

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

• The Rx connector on a compatible transmitter or to any other compatible

Extron FOX device

• The Rx connector on another receiver in the daisy chain

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. However, 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 27] to the receiver or using the Signal Processing

Product Control Program [see page 33]).

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

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

light.

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

“HDMI connector“ on page 8 for pin assignments).

c 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.

Figure 3. Two Way

Configuration

ansmitter

Receiver

1b 1a

Tx Rx

FOXBOX SR HDMI • Installation 6

d Audio output connector — Connect audio devices, such as an audio

AUDIO

amplifier or powered speakers to this 5-pole, 3.5 mm captive screw

connector to output the transmitted, unamplified, line level audio (see “Audio

output connector“ on page 10 to wire a captive screw connector for the

appropriate output type and impedance level).

e 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 9 to wire this connector).

NOTES: • If you connect only one fiber optic cable (item

, on page 6), 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 27] or using the Signal Processing

Product Control Program [see page 33]).

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

115200 baud.

f 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 9 to wire this connector).

g Remote RS-232 port — 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“ to wire this connector

(see “Remote Control“ on page 20 for SIS commands and software control).

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

connector (see “Power supply wiring“ on page 11, to wire the connector).

FOXBOX SR HDMI • Installation 7

Making Connections

HDMI connector

Figure 5 defines the HDMI pin assignments.

Pin Signal

TMDS data 2+

TMDS data 2-

TMDS data 0–

TMDS clock- +5 V power

Hot plug detect

CEC control

Reserved

(NC)

TMDS data 1+ TMDS clock+

TMDS clock

shield

SDA

DDC / CEC

Ground

TMDS data 2

shield

Pin Pin Signal Signal

11 17

12 18

TMDS data 0-

TMDS data 0

shield

SCL

TMDS data 1-

TMDS data 1

shield

HDMI

Type A Receptacle

Type A Plug

18 2

182

Figure 5. HDMI Connectors

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 of the transmitter or the output of the

FOXBOX SR HDMI scaling 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:

Plug the HDMI cable into the panel connection (see

in figure 6).

Figure 6. 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.

FOXBOX SR HDMI • Installation 8

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 serr

ez pas trop la vis de montage du connecteur HDMI. Le blindage auquel

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

Loosely place the included tie wrap ar

ound the HDMI connector and the LockIt lacing

bracket (

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 (

RS-232 connections

The Remote RS-232 port on the receiver only is for remote control of the receiver. The

RS-232 Over Fiber port on both units is for transmission of serial signals, such as projector

control signals, between the transmitter and receiver (see figure 7 to properly wire the

connectors).

Do not tin the wires!

Controlling

Device

Ground ( )

Receive (Rx)

Transmit (Tx)

Ground ( )

Receive (Rx)

Transmit (Tx)

Bidirectional

ALARM

Tx Rx 1 2

RS-232

OVER FIBER

Tx Rx

REMOTE

RS-232

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

FunctionPin

Gnd

Transmit data

Receive data

Signal ground

Figure 7. RS-232 Over Fiber Connector

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

• Longer bare wires can short together.

• Shorter wires are not as secure in the connectors and could be pulled out.

Alarm outputs connection

ALARM

Tx Rx 1 2

Pin 1 and pin 2 are

shorted together when

no light is detected.

Do not tin the wires!

RS-232

OVER FIBER

Figure 8. Alarm Connector

NOTE: The length of exposed wires is critical (see the second RS-232 connector

NOTE, above.)

FOXBOX SR HDMI • Installation 9

Audio output connector

See figure 9 to properly wire a captive screw output connector. The connector is included

with the receiver, but you must supply the audio cable. Use the supplied tie-wrap to strap

the audio cable to the extended tail of the connector.

Unbalanced Stereo Output Balanced Stereo Output

Do not tin the wires!

Tip

NO GROUND HERE

Tip

Sleeves Sleeves

Tip

Ring

Tip

Ring

Figure 9. Captive Screw Connector Wiring for Stereo Audio Output

ATTENTION:

• For unbalanced audio, connect the sleeves to the ground contact. DO NOT connect

the sleeves to the negative (-) contacts.

•

Pour l’audio asymétrique, connectez les manchons au contact au sol.

NE PAS

connecter les manchons aux contacts négatifs (–).

NOTE: The length of exposed wires is critical (see the RS-232 connector NOTE on

page 9 for more information.)

FOXBOX SR HDMI • Installation 10

Power supply wiring

ATTENTION:

• Always use a power supply provided by or speciﬁed by Extron. Use of an

unauthorized power supply voids all regulatory compliance certiﬁcation and may

cause damage to the supply and the unit.

•

Utilisez toujours une sour

ce d’alimentation fournie ou recommandée par Extron.

L’utilisation d’une source d’alimentation non autorisée annule toute conformité

réglementaire et peut endommager la source d’alimentation ainsi que le produit ﬁnal.

Figure 10 shows how to wire the power connector.

Power Supply

Output Cord

Captive Screw

Connector

SECTION A–A

Ridges

Smooth

Tie Wrap

Figure 10. Power Connector Wiring

CAUTION:

ATTENTION :

• The wires must be kept separate while the power supply is plugged in. Remove

power before wiring.

• Les deux cordons d’alimentation doivent être tenus à l’écart l’un de l’autre quand

l’alimentation est branchée.

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

• Any longer and the exposed wires may touch, causing a short circuit between

them.

• Any shorter and the wires can be easily pulled out even if tightly fastened by the

captive screws.

• La longueur des câbles exposés est importante. La longueur idéale est de 5mm

(3/16inches).

• S’ils sont un peu plus longs, les câbles exposés pourraient se toucher et

provoquer un court circuit.

• S’ils sont un peu plus courts, ils pourraient sortir, même s’ils sont attachés par

les vis captives.

• Do not tin the power supply leads before installing them in the connector. Tinned

wires are not as secure in the connector and could be pulled out.

• Ne pas étamer les conducteurs avant de les insérer dans le connecteur. Les câbles

étamés ne sont pas aussi bien ﬁxés dans le connecteur et pourraient être retirés.

FOXBOX SR HDMI • Installation 11

ATTENTION:

• This product is intended to be supplied by a UL Listed power source marked “Class

2” or “LPS,” rated 12 VDC, 1.0 A minimum. Always use a power supply supplied

by or speciﬁed by Extron. Use of an unauthorized power supply voids all regulatory

compliance certiﬁcation and may cause damage to the supply and the end product.

•

Ce pr

oduit est destiné à une utilisation avec une source d’alimentation listéeUL

avec l’appellation «Classe2» ou «LPS» et normée 12Vcc, 1,0A minimum. Utilisez

toujours une source d’alimentation fournie ou recommandée par Extron. L’utilisation

d’une source d’alimentation non autorisée annule toute conformité réglementaire et

peut endommager la source d’alimentation ainsi que le produit ﬁnal.

• Unless otherwise stated, the AC/DC adapters are not suitable for use in air handling

spaces or in wall cavities.

•

Sauf mention contrair

e, les adaptateurs AC/DC ne sont pas appropriés pour une

utilisation dans les espaces d’aération ou dans les cavités murales.

•

The installation must always be in accor

dance with the applicable provisions of

National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70, article 725 and the Canadian Electrical

Code part 1, section 16. The power supply shall not be permanently ﬁxed to a

building structure or similar structure.

•

Cette installation doit toujours êtr

e en accord avec les mesures qui s’applique au

National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA70, article725, et au Canadian Electrical Code,

partie1, section16. La source d’alimentation ne devra pas être ﬁxée de façon

permanente à une structure de bâtiment ou à une structure similaire.

• Power supply voltage polarity is critical. Incorrect voltage polarity can damage the

power supply and the unit. The ridges on the side of the cord (see ﬁgure 10 on

page 11) identify the power cord negative lead.

• La polarité de la source d’alimentation est primordiale. Une polarité incorrecte

pourrait endommager la source d’alimentation et l’unité. Les stries sur le côté du

cordon (voir l’illustration 10 sur la page 11) permettent de repérer le pôle négatif du

cordon d’alimentation.

To verify the polarity before connection, plug in the power supply with no load and check the

output with a voltmeter.

Use the supplied tie wrap to strap the power cord to the extended tail of the connector.

Alternatively, an optional Extron PS 124 Universal 12 VDC Power Supply can power multiple

Extron 12 VDC devices using only one AC power connector.

Front Panel Configuration Port

AUDIO

HDCP

VIDEO

CONFIG

Figure 11. FOXBOX SR Scaling Receiver Front Panel Features

a 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.

The optional 9-pin D to 2.5 mm mini jack TRS RS-232 cable, part number 70-335-01

(figure 12) can be used for this connection.

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