Extron electronics FOX Matrix 320x User Manual page 12

Switching flexibility — The switcher provides individually buffered, independent matrix
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switched outputs.
Any input can be tied to any or all outputs.
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Quick multiple tie — Multiple inputs can be switched to multiple outputs
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simultaneously. This allows all displays (outputs) to change from source to source at
the same time.
• Input link detection — In critical environments or unmanned, remote locations, 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 serial ports of the switchers or local-area network (LAN) port. The input
information can be displayed on any control system or in a control program on a LAN or
Internet (IP) connection.
• Rooming — The switcher can be programmed to group multiple outputs to specific
"rooms," allowing them to have their own presets.
• Operational reliability — The FOX matrix switcher can support round-the-clock
operation in mission-critical applications, using a combination of hot-swappable
components and redundant power supplies.
Field upgradable, hot-swappable modular design — You can repair, upgrade,
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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.
Primary and redundant, hot-swappable power supplies — The hot-swappable,
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externally mounted redundant power supply is configured to automatically take over
the load from the primary supply in the case of a failure.
The complete power circuit, from the plug, through the power supply, to the
insertion of the power onto the power distribution plane, is separate and redundant
(see figure 2). If the installation includes uninterruptible or completely separate
power sources, the switcher remains powered up through any power interruption
except a simultaneous loss of power on both power sources.
AC
Power
Primary Redundant
Power Power
Supply Supply
FOX Matrix 14400
Figure 2. Redundant Power Supply Backs Up Primary
The hot-swappable redundant power supply means no downtime for the switcher
and no loss of functionality should one power supply fail. Should a primary power
supply fail, the redundant power supply immediately assumes the load of the failed
primary supply. A failed power supply is easily replaceable from the rear at any time
without powering down the matrix and with no tools required.
Ease of maintenance — A failed power supply can be easily replaceable from the
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rear at any time without powering down the matrix, and with no tools required.
Power supply status LEDs — Front panel and rear panel LEDs indicate the status
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of the primary and redundant power supplies.
AC AC
Power Power
Primary
Power
Supply 1
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AC
Power
Primary Redundant Redundant
Power Power Power
Supply 2 Supply 1 Supply 2
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