SIS Configuration
and Control
This section describes the remote control operation of the FOX3 T/R 301/311 transmitter
and receiver, including:
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The FOX3 transmitters and receivers can be configured using SIS commands, PCS, or
embedded web pages. The FOX3 transmitters and receivers can be controlled using SIS
commands or PCS. Configure and control the FOX3 transmitters and receivers remotely via
a host computer or other device (such as a control system) by connecting to the rear panel
RS‑232 port, LAN port, or the front panel USB port of the FOX3 device.
NOTE: SIS commands and Product Configuration Software functions are transmitter
Host Control Ports
Rear Panel RS-232 Port
The FOX3 devices have a rear panel serial port (see
on page 10) that can be connected to a host device such as a computer running Extron
DataViewer, available at www.extron.com. The port makes serial control of the FOX3
device possible. Use the protocol information listed below to make the connection.
The protocol for the serial ports is as follows:
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Front Panel Configuration USB Port
The front panel mini B USB Configuration port (see figure 11,
connected to a host computer for configuration using SIS commands via an SSH client
such as PuTTY, available at www.putty.com, and IP address 203.0.113.22 on port
22023. To connect the FOX3 device to a host computer, download the USB driver, follow
the on‑screen instructions, and configure the FOX3 device as required.
Host Control Ports
Simple Instruction Set Control
Command and Response Table for SIS Commands
or receiver specific or may have different responses depending on the unit connected.
Connect to the appropriate device for the command to work properly or to get the
expected response.
9600 baud
1 stop bit
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no parity
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no flow control
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8 data bits
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