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Belden Thinklogical TLX48 Product Manual

10g matrix switch, full 4k @ 60hz video and kvm hybrid switching & extension solutions over the fewest cables
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  • Page 1 Rev. H, February 2020...
  • Page 2 Page 1 Copyright Notice Copyright © 2020. All rights reserved. Printed in the U.S.A. Thinklogical, A BELDEN BRAND 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 KVM Matrix Switch Product Manual Revision: H, February 2020 ®...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Page 2 Table of Contents PREFACE ............................4 About Thinklogical ........................4 ® About This Product Manual ....................5 Note and Warning Symbols ...................... 5 Class 1 Laser Information ......................5 SECTION 1: TLX SYSTEM FEATURES ....................6 The TLX48 Matrix SwitchDesign ....................7 Design Features ..........................
  • Page 4 Page 3 Ordering Information ........................27 SECTION 3: REGULATORY & SAFETY REQUIREMENTS ............28 Symbols Found on Our Products ....................28 Regulatory Compliance ......................28 North America ........................28 Australia & New Zealand ....................28 European Union ......................... 28 Declaration of Conformity ..................... 28 Standards with Which Our Products Comply ................

  • Page 5: Preface

    PREFACE About Thinklogical A BELDEN BRAND Thinklogical, a Belden brand, is the leading manufacturer and provider of fiber-optic and CATx video, KVM, audio, and peripheral extension and switching solutions used in video-rich, big-data computing environments. Thinklogical offers the only fiber-optic KVM Matrix Switches in the world that are accredited to the Common Criteria EAL4, TEMPEST SDIP 24 Level B, and NATO NIAPC Evaluation Scheme: GREEN and the U.S.

  • Page 6: About This Product Manual

    Page 5 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. Section 1 –...

  • Page 7: Section 1: Tlx System Features

    Page 6 Section 1: 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: The Tlx48 Matrix Switchdesign

    Page 7 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, updates or failures. Thinklogical’s TLX48 line replaceable modules include: •...

  • Page 9: Product Compatability

    Page 8 PRODUCT COMPATIBILTY The TLX48 is compatible with the following Thinklogical® products: • Single & Multi-Mode TLX 10G KVM and Video Extenders (10G to 10G only) • Single & Multi-Mode Velocity 6G KVM and Video Extenders (6G to 6G only) •...

  • Page 10: The Control Cards

    Page 9 The stand-alone touchscreen is connected via the RS232 serial port on the back of the Switch. The serial port on the Switch can be configured to work with the touch screen or our ASCII interface. The Switch ships with the ASCII interface enabled. ENABLING THE TOUCHSCREEN To enable the touchscreen, connect the computer's network port to the RJ45 LAN port on the TLX48 using a crossover cable or through a network hub.

  • Page 11: The Processor - I.mx 6 Quad (Freescale)

    Page 10 A Back-up Control Card ensures uninterrupted functionality if the Primary Control Card should fail or need to be replaced. The Primary Control Card should always be in the left controller slot. The Back- up Control Card (sometimes referred to as a Secondary or Fail-Over Control Card) must have a LAN connection that allows it to communicate with both the Primary Control Card and the Configurator server (required for the Back-up Control Card to take control of the TLX48).

  • Page 12: The Network Interfaces

    Page 11 THE NETWORK INTERFACES A TLX48 uses up to three IP addresses. The Primary Control Card uses address X and address X+100. The Back-up Control Card uses address X+1 and will take over address X in the event of a failure in the Primary Control Card.

  • Page 13: Snmp Support

    Page 12 SNMP SUPPORT The TLX48 can be monitored via SNMP Simple Network Management Protocol (supports version V2c and V3 USM). Please call our technical support staff at 1-203-647-8700 for downloadable MIB Management Information Base definition files. There are a few entries in the SNMP configuration file ( /etc/snmp/snmpd.conf ) that users may want to modify:...

  • Page 14: The Fan Tray

    Page 13 THE FAN TRAY MODULE The TLX48 uses 3 DC fans located in one modular, hot- swappable fan tray designed for easy replacement without interrupting system functionality. The Fan Tray introduces air into the chassis through air baffles along the chassis side panel.

  • Page 15: Optional Micro-Hdmi In/Edid Out I/O Cards

    Page 14 Each standard I/O card consists of one Transmit (T) and one Receive (R) optic per port. I/O Cards are available with CATX, LC-type fiber or micro-HDMI connectors and can be assembled with Single- mode or Multi-mode optics (SFP+). Individual I/O Cards list 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 16: Tlx48 Technical Specifications

    Page 15 TLX48 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS PHYSICAL Dimensions: Rack Size: EIA 19.00" (482.6 mm) Height: 3 RU - 5.25” (133.4 mm) Depth: 14.93" (379.2 mm) TLX 48 Chassis Width: 17.16" (435.9 mm) Weight (fully loaded): 11.0 lbs. (5.0 kg) Shipping Weight: 15.0 lbs. (6.8 kg) Ports 16 x 16 min., 48 x 48 max.

  • Page 17: Section 2: Set-Up And Installation

    Page 16 Section 2: Set-Up & Installation Contents When you receive your Thinklogical TLX48 KVM Matrix Switch, you should find the following ® items in the quantities specified in your order: • TLX48 Chassis (includes one or two 2 Power Modules, 1 Fan Tray, up to 3 Input/Output Cards and one or two Control Cards) •...

  • Page 18: Connecting The Tlx48 Matrix Switch

    Page 17 Connecting to the TLX48 Thinklogical’s line of TLX Extenders come in both fiber-optic cable and CATx cable versions. Thinklogical’s proprietary multiplexing technology combines video, audio and peripheral data on a single data stream for up to 80km over a single fiber or up to 100m over a single CATx cable. The TLX48 is compatible with the following Thinklogical products: ®...

  • Page 19: Tlx48 Dip Switch Settings

    Page 18 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 can then be set to any other addresses in the 192.168.13.X subnet.

  • Page 20: Lc-Type Fiber-Optic Cable

    Page 19 The SFP+ Optical Module is a 10Gbs Short-Wavelength Transceiver designed for use in bi-directional Fiber-optic Channel links. The modules are hot-pluggable and operate on 3.3VDC. 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.).

  • Page 21: Tlx Fiber-Optic Cable Configurations

    Page 20 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. H, February 2020...

  • Page 22: Tlx Catx Cable Configurations

    Page 21 TLX Extender 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 TLX KVM Matrix Switch and Extension System (CAT6a 23 AWG recommended). All cables CAT6 or higher can extend up to a maximum of 100m. Routing Thinklogical Extenders through the TLX48 thinklogical TLX48 Matrix Switch Product Manual...

  • Page 23: Connecting To A Receiver

    Page 22 Comprised of a fiber-in, fiber-out matrix switch and fiber-optic KVM Transmitter and Receiver Extenders, this complete system provides transparent and secure routing, switching and extension of video and high- speed data peripherals to remote destinations with ease. TLX48 Transmit / Receive Concept Connecting to the Receiver The Velocity Receiver serves as the Destination (desktops, theaters, conference rooms, editing suites, control consoles, video walls, etc.).

  • Page 24: Connecting To A Control Cpu

    Page 23 Routing Thinklogical TLX Extenders through the TLX48 ® 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 25: Linux Command Console

    Page 24 Linux Command Console (Console) • Baud Rate: 115200 • Data Bits: 8 • Parity: none • Stop Bits: 1 • Flow Control: none • DB9 DCE » A straight (NOT a null-modem) cable is needed to connect to a PC. ASCII API (RS-232) Settings •...

  • Page 26: How To Install And Replace Modules

    Page 25 During normal operation, the Primary or Back-up Controller can be managed via the console port or over an SSH connection. The HALT Command • Typing halt at the command line will perform an orderly shut-down of the active Control Card.

  • Page 27: How To Install And Replace A Control Card

    Page 26 How to Install or Replace a Control Card Note: When using a single Controller, the left Controller slot is always Primary. Replacing the Primary Control Card will interrupt service if a Back-up Control Card is not installed. Turn the thumbscrews counterclockwise until they disengage from the chassis. Pull the Control Card straight out using both blue handles.

  • Page 28: How To Install And Replace A Power Supply

    Page 27 How to Replace a Power Supply Warning! Disconnect the power cord before proceeding! Note: If only ONE power supply is installed, shutdown IS required. If TWO power supplies are installed, shutdown IS NOT required. The Power Modules are universal input 100-240VAC 50- 60Hz.

  • Page 29: Section 3: Regulatory & Safety Requirements

    European Union Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer’s Name & Address: Thinklogical, A BELDEN BRAND 100 Washington Street Milford, Connecticut 06460 USA Thinklogical’s products comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC, the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC, the RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU, the WEEE Directive...

  • Page 30: Supplementary Information

    Page 29 CENELEC EN 55022:2010 +AC:2011 Electromagnetic Immunity EN 55024:2011+A1 CENELEC EN 55032:2015 EN 61000-3-2:2000 Harmonics EN 61000-3-3:2008 Flicker EN 61000-4-2:2009 Electro-Static Discharge Test EN 61000-4-3:2006 A1:2008, A2:2010 Radiated Immunity Field Test EN 61000-4-4:2004 Electrical Fast Transient Test EN 61000-4-5:2006 Power Supply Surge Test EN 61000-4-6:2009 Conducted Immunity Test EN 61000-4-11:2004 Voltage Dips &...

  • Page 31: Customer Support

    1-203-647-8700 and let us help. If you need to write us or return a product, please use the following address: Please include the Return Merchandise Authorization number: Thinklogical, A BELDEN BRAND 100 Washington Street Milford, CT 06460 USA Attn: RMA#...

  • Page 32: Appendix A: Tlx48 Quick Start Guide

    Page 31 APPENDIX A: TLX48 Quick Start Guide thinklogical TLX48 Matrix Switch Product Manual Rev. H, February 2020...

  • Page 33: Appendix B: Sd Card Replacement Procedure For Tlx48 Controller Cards

    Page 32 APPENDIX B: SD Card Replacement Procedure for TLX48 Controller Cards This procedure assumes a normally operating TLX system that is using both a Primary and a Back-up Controller Card. upstream.csv Note: If Partitioning, Restricted Switching or P2P is being used, copy the /var/local/router file from the appropriate subdirectory.
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  • Page 35: Appendix C: Secure Applications

    Page 34 APPENDIX C: Secure Applications TLX Matrix Switch Control When used in a secure application, the Matrix Switch and External Computer (server) used to manage the system must be in a physically secure environment to which only trusted administrators have access. Similarly, the server used to manage the Matrix Switch must be physically protected and have suitable identification/authentication mechanisms to ensure that only trusted administrators have access.
  • Page 36 Page 35 Restricted Switching Restricted Switching provides multiple levels of security classification domains on the same Matrix Switch. Each destination must ensure that no unauthorized content is displayed or accessed. Therefore, every input and output must be prioritized. Priorities can range from 1 to the total number of ports in the Matrix Switch.
  • Page 37 Page 36 1) Review the daemon.log file on the active Controller Card and correct any errors in the Restricted Switching Table before implementing multiple levels of security classification domains on the same Matrix Switch. 2) Fully test the Restricted Switching on the active Primary Controller Card before implementing multiple levels of security classification domains on the same Matrix Switch.
  • Page 38 Page 37 Restricted Switching with TLX, VX and MX Matrix Switches Restricted Switching Priority Scheme 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.
  • Page 39 Page 38 Partitioning Partitions allow TLX, VX and MX Matrix Switch sources and destinations to be segregated. Therefore, destination work stations will only receive signals that are transmitted from source computers in the same partition. In addition, it is impossible for a source computer to be inadvertently routed outside of its designated partition as the signals will not be transmitted.
  • Page 40 Page 39 At system power up, after initial boot-up, the Primary Controller Card will only evaluate its Partition Table (upstream.csv file) once upon becoming active. The Back-Up Controller Card will NOT evaluate its Partition Table (upstream.csv file) at initial boot-up, but rather when a switchover occurs from Primary Active to Back- Up Active.
  • Page 41 Page 40 Administration Access There are two methods by which the administrator can access the Switch Controller Configurations: 1. The Serial Console directly connected to the Switch. (It should be noted that, while no administrator password is required to use the Serial Console, physical access to the Switch is required. Therefore, the Switch should be stored in a physically secure location to avoid unauthorized access.) 2.
  • Page 42 Page 41 Secure Application Examples The Diagram on pg. 42 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 43 Page 42 TLX48 10G Matrix Switch Secure Application thinklogical TLX48 Matrix Switch Product Manual Rev. H, February 2020...

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