Definitions; Features - Extron electronics FOX 4G Matrix 14400 User Manual

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Definitions

The following terms, which apply to all Extron matrix switchers, are used
throughout this manual:
Tie — An input-to-output connection
Set of ties — An input tied to two or more outputs. (An output can never be tied to
Configuration — One or more ties or one or more sets of ties
Current configuration — The configuration that is currently active in the switcher
Global memory preset — A configuration that has been stored. Up to 64 global
Room — A subset of outputs that are logically related to each other, as determined
Room memory preset — A configuration consisting of outputs in a single room that

Features

Fiber optic inputs and outputs — With fiber optic I/O boards, the switcher inputs
Switching flexibility — The switcher provides individually buffered, independent
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Input link detection — In critical environments or unmanned, remote locations,
Rooming — The switcher can be programmed to group multiple outputs to specific
Operational reliability — The FOX 4G Matrix 14400 can support round-the-clock
operation in mission-critical applications, using a combination of hot-swappable
components and redundant power supplies.
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more than one input.)
(also called "configuration 0")
memory presets can be stored in memory. When a preset is retrieved from
memory, it becomes the current configuration. Presets can be saved and
recalled via any of the serial ports or the LAN port.
by the operator. The switchers support up to 10 rooms, each of which can
consist of from 1 to 144 outputs.
has been stored. When a room preset is retrieved from memory, it becomes
the current configuration.
and outputs fiber optic signals on optical connectors. The fiber optic I/O
boards support digital signals from 270 Mbs through 4.25 Gbps.
matrix switched outputs.
Tie any input to any or all outputs.
Quick multiple tie — Multiple inputs can be switched to multiple outputs
simultaneously. This allows all displays (outputs) to change from source to
source at the same time.
it may be vital to know that sources are active and switching. The switcher
confirms that input sources are active by detecting light. Link detection
provides instantaneous feedback via the switchers' serial ports or local-area
network (LAN) port. The input information can be displayed on any control
system or in a Windows-based control program on a LAN or Internet (IP)
connection.
"rooms", allowing them to have their own presets.
Field upgradable, hot-swappable modular design — The architecture of the
FOX 4G Matrix 14400 allows you to repair, upgrade, reconfigure, or expand
the matrix by simply installing a new I/O board or replacing a board of one
type with one of another. Hot-swappable components let you replace any
I/O board at any time without powering down the switcher.