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- Page 2 Copyright © 2016. All rights reserved. Printed in the U.S.A. Thinklogical, LLC ® 100 Washington Street Milford, Connecticut 06460 U.S.A. Telephone: 1-203-647-8700 All trademarks and service marks are property of their respective owners. Subject: TLX48 Matrix Switch Product Manual Revision: B, April 2016 ® Website: www.thinklogical.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/ThinklogicalUSA LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/thinklogical...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
The Input/Output Cards ...................... 12 Port Numbering ......................13 Technical Specifications ......................14 SECTION 2: SET-UP AND INSTALLATION ................... 15 Unpacking The TLX48 Matrix Switch ..................15 Connecting The TLX48 Matrix Switch ..................16 Ethernet Control ......................... 16 TLX48 DIP Switch Settings ....................17 External Control CPU Minimum Requirements ............... - Page 4 Fax ............................. 30 Product Support .......................... 30 Warranty ..........................30 Return Authorization ......................31 Our Addresses ........................31 APPENDIX A: TLX48 QUICK START GUIDE ................32 APPENDIX B: SECURE APPLICATIONS ..................33 MADE IN USA thinklogical TLX48 Matrix Switch Product Manual...
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Page 5: Preface
Thinklogical offers the only fiber-optic KVM matrix switches in the world that are accredited to the Common Criteria EAL4, TEMPEST Level B, and NATO NIAPC Evaluation Scheme: GREEN information assurance standards. -
Page 6: About This Product Manual
This product manual is divided into four sections: TLX System Features, Set-Up & Installation, Regulatory & Safety Requirements and Thinklogical Support. These are sub-divided to help you find the topics and procedures you are looking for. This manual also contains Appendices. -
Page 7: Section 1: The Tlx System Features
Section 1: The TLX System Features The Logical Solution The TLX48 is a 10G high performance modular Matrix Switch and non-blocking matrix switch that supports full, uncompressed 4K video with full color depth at 60Hz frame rate for complete, end- to-end routing of video and peripheral signals over multi-mode or single-mode fiber optic cable. -
Page 8: Features Of The Tlx Matrix Switch And Extension System
Connector installed on every Video and KVM extender module. Interoperability with Thinklogical’s Velocity family of switch and extension solutions, to ensure an easy upgrade path and a smooth transition to Thinklogical’s next generation solution. HYBRID SWITCHING SOLUTION For Uncompressed, High Resolution Video & KVM Systems Thinklogical’s TLX Matrix Switches are high performance, modular, non-blocking switches for complete... - Page 9 10Gbps SFP+ technology for up to 80 kilometers, or over CATx cable for up to 100m. At the TLX Receiver, Thinklogical de-multiplexes the data stream to deliver uncompressed, high resolution video, audio and peripheral data at the end-user’s workstation.
- Page 10 TLX48 Matrix Switch Product Manual Rev. B, April, 2016...
- Page 11 HDMI, DVI, RGB or SDI modules in transmit/receive units for a space-saving and cost- effective solution. The CHS-000001 stand-alone chassis will accommodate one 3.7” TLX video module. All TLX Extender Chassis are powered by standard 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz. thinklogical TLX48 Matrix Switch Product Manual Rev. B, April, 2016...
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Page 12: The Tlx48 Matrix Switchdesign
THE TLX48 MATRIX SWITCH DESIGN The modular approach of the TLX48 10G Matrix Switch (also referred to as a Switch or Router) allows all critical system components, including Input/Output Cards, Power Supplies, Control Cards and pluggable optics (SFP+) to be hot-swappable, thus minimizing down-time during reconfigurations, upgrades or failures. -
Page 13: Product Compatability
Switch’s system functionality. Power Supply status is displayed on the front panel (see below). TOUCHSCREEN OPTIONS The TLX48 is offered with a Touchscreen which allows the user to easily make and break connections with minimal set up time. The Touchscreen is available in a Front-Mounted or Stand-alone version. -
Page 14: The Control Cards
The names of Sources and Destinations can also be changed easily from this page using the browser. Set a web browser to the IP address of the TLX48. Make any desired changes to the names and be sure to press the “SAVE and UPDATE” buttons before disconnecting. - Page 15 Primary Control Card and the Configurator server (required in order for the Secondary Control Card to take control of the TLX48). Both Control Cards must have the same CPU Module/Processor. (Also see Safely Remove an Active Control Card or Shut Down of the System on page 23 for more on Primary and Secondary Control Cards.)
- Page 16 When detected, the TLX48 broadcasts an 'Attention Request' message over the network. This message contains the IP address of the TLX48 and the port number that detected the request. It is left up to an external system to detect, decode and act upon this request.
- Page 17 NTP SUPPORT NTP, or Network Time Protocol, is used to keep the internal clock on the TLX48 set to the correct time. By enabling this service, users keep the Switch’s clock synchronized to an external time reference.
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Page 18: The Fan Tray
CATX or LC-type fiber connectors and can be assembled with Single-mode or Multi-mode optics (SFP+). Each individual I/O Card lists the ports as 1 through 16 on the TLX48. A blue LED located on each I/O card indicates when power is applied to that card. -
Page 19: Port Numbering
The TLX48 can have a minimum of one I/O Card (16 x 16) and a maximum of 3 I/O Cards (48 x 48). Each TLX48 I/O card contains 16 ports, so that when fully configured, the TLX48 will provide a total of 48 Optical Input/Output connections (SFP+ T/R) described as Ports 1-48. -
Page 20: Technical Specifications
~150 Watts, fully loaded Consumption Per Supply Power +12.0V: 25A max, +3.3V: 0.7A max Consumption Compliance Approvals for US, Canada, and European Union Warranty 1 Year from date of shipment. Extended warranties available. thinklogical TLX48 Matrix Switch Product Manual Rev. B, April, 2016... -
Page 21: Section 2: Set-Up And Installation
® items in the quantities specified in your order: TLX48 Chassis (includes up to 2 Power Modules, 1 Fan Tray, up to 3 Input/Output Cards and one or two Control Cards) Power Cord – Qty. 1 per power supply – PWR-000006-R (International connections may differ) ... -
Page 22: Connecting The Tlx48 Matrix Switch
Ethernet Control If the TLX48 KVM Matrix Switch is to be controlled via Ethernet, it will require a static IP address. This value can be set via the DIP switch located on the front of the Fan Tray Module. Factory default setting is: 192.168.13.15 (00000000). -
Page 23: Tlx48 Dip Switch Settings
The simplest network connection is an isolated network with only the TLX48, the control server, and any control clients using static IP addresses. The TLX48 can be set to any of the above settings. The control server must be at 192.168.13.9, and the control clients could then be set to any other addresses in the 192.168.13.X family. -
Page 24: Fiber-Optic Cable
Always use dust caps to protect against dust and damage when a fiber optic connector is not attached to its coupling device (fiber optic equipment, bulkheads, etc.). All Thinklogical Matrix Switch SFPs are fully populated with dust plugs upon shipment. -
Page 25: Tlx Fiber-Optic Cable Configurations
TLX Extender Fiber-Optic Cable Configurations SINGLE VIDEO MODULES DUAL VIDEO MODULES Note: On Dual Video models, SFPs 1 & 2 are Video 1 and SFPs 3 & 4 are Video 2. thinklogical TLX48 Matrix Switch Product Manual Rev. B, April, 2016... -
Page 26: Tlx Catx Cable Configurations
There are currently several versions of CATx (category 5/5a/6/6a/etc.) cables on the market. Thinklogical recommends using a minimum of CAT6 for your TLX48 KVM Matrix Switch and Extension System. All cables CAT6 or higher can extend up to a maximum of 100m. -
Page 27: Connecting To A Receiver
Receiver first, using standard cables. Power can then be applied to the unit. The Receiver then connects to the TLX48 Receiver ports using fiber (Multi-mode fiber for distances up to 400m; Single-mode fiber for distances beyond 400m). -
Page 28: Connecting To A Control Cpu
® Connecting to a Control CPU The TLX48 is controlled via a dedicated external Control CPU. This allows for customization as well as ease of control and administration. Access is provided via a network connection or serial RS-232. Note: The Control CPU (Computer) is supplied separately. -
Page 29: Safely Remove An Active Control Card Or Shut Down Of The System
1-203-647-8700. Order of Installation Events Please refer to the Quick Start Guide included with your products for detailed instructions. The TLX48 Quick Start Guide is also available in Appendix A, page 32. Safely Remove an Active Control Card or Shut Down the System During normal, non-maintenance operation, the Primary Control Card should always be the Active controller for the system. -
Page 30: How To Install And Replace Modules
Control Card, will halt BOTH Control Cards and turn off the power to all the I/O card slots in the system except the controllers. Note: I/O card slot power cannot be turned off on the TLX48. Remove the AC power cord(s) from the Matrix Switch or from the AC source for a complete system shut-down. -
Page 31: How To Install And Replace A Control Card
How to Replace a Fan Tray The TLX48 uses three DC fans to move air horizontally through the enclosure. Be sure to not block the air vents on the sides of the unit and leave at least 2” of space on both sides. -
Page 32: How To Install And Replace A Power Supply
If the module does not slide easily into the connector, do not force it! Damage may occur. Remove the module and start over. Ordering Information Part numbers or the various components of the TLX48 Matrix Switch are as follows: thinklogical TLX48 Matrix Switch Product Manual... -
Page 33: Section 3: Regulatory & Safety Requirements
These products comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 72/23/EEC and the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC. Standards with Which Our Products Comply Safety CENELEC IEC 60950-1 2 Ed. 2005 Electromagnetic Emissions EN55022: 1994 (IEC/CSPIR22: 1993) EN61000-3-2/A14: 2000 EN61000-3-3: 1994 thinklogical TLX48 Matrix Switch Product Manual Rev. B, April, 2016... -
Page 34: Supplementary Information
Product Serial Number Thinklogical products have a unique serial number, which includes a date-code, printed on an adhesive label that is affixed to the unit. The format for the date-code is 2 digits for the month, dash, 2 digits for the year, plus at least four digits for a unique unit number. -
Page 35: Section 4: Thinklogical Support
– Information on Thinklogical info@thinklogical.com and our products. ® – Sales Department - orders, questions or issues. sales@thinklogical.com – Product support, technical issues or questions, product support@thinklogical.com repairs and request for Return Authorization. thinklogical TLX48 Matrix Switch Product Manual Rev. B, April, 2016... -
Page 36: Telephone
Defect remedy shall be the repair or replacement of the product, provided that the defective product is returned to the authorized dealer within a year from the date of delivery. If you wish to return your device, contact the Thinklogical, LLC authorized dealer where you purchased ®... -
Page 37: Return Authorization
Return Merchandise Authorization. ® Our Addresses If you have any product issues or questions or need technical assistance with your Thinklogical system, ® please call us at 1-800-291-3211 (USA only) or 1-203-647-8700 and let us help. If you need to write us... -
Page 38: Appendix A: Tlx48 Quick Start Guide
APPENDIX A: TLX48 Quick Start Guide thinklogical TLX48 Matrix Switch Product Manual Rev. B, April, 2016... -
Page 39: Appendix B: Secure Applications
Thinklogical’s TLX, VX and MX Matrix Switches use two methods for secure routing. One is known as Restricted Switching and the other is known as Partitioning. These methods can be deployed singularly or jointly, depending on security requirements. -
Page 40: Thinklogical
Line Feed character code = 10 (LF) The Restricted Switching Table files for the TLX48 Switch are stored on the control card at: /var/local/router/restrict/upstream.csv At system power up, after initial boot-up, the Primary Control Card will only evaluate its Restricted Switching Table (upstream.csv file) once upon becoming active. -
Page 41: Thinklogical
2) Take the Primary Control Card out of service by following guidelines in the “Safely Remove an Active Control Card” section of this document (page 23). When updates are made to the Restricted Switching Table in a redundant system, Thinklogical recommends the following... -
Page 42: Thinklogical
The following example shows a priority scheme for four levels of security managed by one TLX Matrix Switch: Restricted switching is configured via firmware loaded into the Matrix Switch. The configuration file for this scenario will appear like the table at right. thinklogical TLX48 Matrix Switch Product Manual Rev. B, April, 2016... -
Page 43: Thinklogical
A VX80 with four partitions: Ports 5-10 are accessible to both partitions 2 and 3. The following example shows a VX80 Switch with an overlapping partition: The Partition Table files are stored on the control card at: /var/local/router/partition/upstream.csv thinklogical TLX48 Matrix Switch Product Manual Rev. B, April, 2016... -
Page 44: Thinklogical
2) Take the Primary Control Card out of service by following guidelines in the “Safely Remove an Active Control Card” section of this document (page 23). When updates are made to the Partition Table in a redundant system, Thinklogical recommends the following (This procedure will NOT be disruptive to system connections): 1) Update the Partition Table of the inactive Secondary Control Card. -
Page 45: Thinklogical
MIX LETTER5 AND NUM8ERS within the password to enhance its strength. INCLUDE NON-ALPHANUMERIC CH@RACTER$. Special characters (& $ % >) and punctuation marks (? “- !) increase the strength of a password. thinklogical TLX48 Matrix Switch Product Manual Rev. B, April, 2016... -
Page 46: Thinklogical
Secure Application Examples The Diagram on page 41 shows the TLX48 Matrix Switch in a secure application. The highly secure components are described as the Red Network and the other, lower security components are described as the Black Network. The Red Network, containing the computers (sources), is shown in a physically secure environment along with the TLX Matrix Switch, the computer server used to manage the Switch, and the Network Hub. -
Page 47: Thinklogical
TLX48 10G Matrix Switch Secure Application thinklogical TLX48 Matrix Switch Product Manual Rev. B, April, 2016...
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