Extron electronics FOX 3G HD-SDI User Manual
Extron electronics FOX 3G HD-SDI User Manual

Extron electronics FOX 3G HD-SDI User Manual

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Fiber Optic Transceivers
FOX 3G HD-SDI
Multi-Rate HD-SDI / SDI Fiber Optic Transceiver
68-1384-01 Rev. B
07 10

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  • Page 1 User Guide Fiber Optic Transceivers FOX 3G HD-SDI Multi-Rate HD-SDI / SDI Fiber Optic Transceiver 68-1384-01 Rev. B 07 10...
  • Page 2 Safety Instructions • English Warning Power sources • This equipment should be operated only from the power source indicated on the product. This This symbol is intended to alert the user of important operating and mainte- equipment is intended to be used with a main power system with a grounded (neutral) conductor. The third nance (servicing) instructions in the literature provided with the equipment.
  • Page 3 Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. Copyright © 2010 Extron Electronics. All rights reserved. Trademarks All trademarks mentioned in this manual are the properties of their respective owners.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ..........Reference Information ......About this Manual ........... 1 Specifications..........10 About the FOX 3G HD-SDI ....... 2 Part Numbers..........12 Transceiver Configurations ......2 FOX 3G HD-SDI Part Numbers....12 Features............4 Mounting Accessories ........ 13 Accessories ..........13 Mounting the Transceiver.......
  • Page 5: Introduction

    FOX 3G HD-SDI SM — A singlemode, very long distance (up to 30 km [18.75 miles]) transceiver. See figure 1. • FOX 3G HD-SDI P SM — A singlemode, very long distance (up to 30 km [18.75 miles]) transceiver that is pathologically compliant •...
  • Page 6: About The Fox 3G Hd-Sdi

    SDI/HD-SDI Input BNC. The transceiver converts the video input to a proprietary signal and transmits the video over a fiber link to another FOX 3G HD-SDI that is configured as either a bidirectional transceiver or a receiver.
  • Page 7: Transmitter And Receiver

    HD/SDI Input BNC. The transmitter converts the video input to a proprietary signal and transmits the video over a fiber link to a FOX 3G HD-SDI that is configured as either a receiver or a bidirectional transceiver. The transmitter also simultaneously outputs the digital video on its two Buffered Outputs BNCs.
  • Page 8: Features

    (SFP) modules with LC-type connectors. Extends HD-SDI, SDI, and 3G-SDI signals very long distances over a single fiber — The FOX 3G HD-SDI supports multi-rate SDI at rates up to 2.97 Gbps, and complies with SMPTE 259M-C, 292M, 424M, and ITU digital video standards.
  • Page 9: Installation And Operation

    Operation Installation Overview Follow these steps to install and set up an Extron FOX 3G HD-SDI for operation: Turn off all of the equipment. Ensure that the video sources and the output display are all turned off and disconnected from the power source.
  • Page 10: Connections And Settings

    BUFFERED OUTPUTS Figure 4. FOX 3G HD-SDI Transceiver Connectors HD-SDI Input connector — If the FOX 3G HD-SDI is configured as either a bidirectional transceiver or as a transmitter, connect an HD-SDI, SDI, or 3G-SDI video input to this BNC connector.
  • Page 11 Buffered Outputs connectors — In any FOX 3G HD-SDI configuration, connect Configurations for more a digital display to these BNC connectors. See Transceiver details. If the FOX 3G HD-SDI is configured as a bidirectional transceiver, the video is output on both connectors 1 and 2 and is the video signal sent from the other transceiver. If the FOX 3G HD-SDI is configured as a receiver, the video is output on connector 2 only and is the video sent by the transmitting unit. If the FOX 3G HD-SDI is configured as a transmitter, the video is output on both...
  • Page 12: Operation

    When the Rate Unknown LED lights, this indicates that an input is detected, either on the HD/SDI input BNC (if configured as a transmitter) or on the Optical Rx connector (if configured as a receiver or bidirectional transceiver), but that the FOX 3G HD-SDI does not recognize the rate.
  • Page 13: Fiber Compatibility Indications

    • All transceivers in the system must be the same model (all singlemode or all multimode). Mixed transmission mode units will not work together. FOX 3G HD-SDI • Installation and Operation...
  • Page 14: Reference Information

    Specifications NOTES: • The FOX 3G HD-SDI is a transceiver that can function as a transmitter and/or as a receiver. Two units are required for a transmitter-receiver system with one fiber optic cable linking the two units. The FOX 3G HD-SDI is available in singlemode or multimode versions.
  • Page 15 Cooling ........Convection, no vents Mounting Rack mount...... Yes, with optional rack shelf kit Furniture mount ....Yes with optional through-desk or under-desk mounting kit Pole mount....... Yes, with optional pole mounting kit Enclosure type......Metal FOX 3G HD-SDI • Reference Information...
  • Page 16: Part Numbers

    FOX 3G HD-SDI Part Numbers NOTE: The FOX 3G HD-SDI is a transceiver that can function as a transmitter and/or as a receiver. At least two units are required for a transmitter-receiver system with one fiber optic cable linking the two units.
  • Page 17: Mounting Accessories

    70-374-03 PMK 350 low profile projector mount kit (black, white) 70-563-02, 03 Accessories These items can be ordered separately: Accessory Part number RG59 non-plenum cable 22-145-xx RG59 plenum cable 22-146-xx RG6 BNC cable 26-383-xx FOX 3G HD-SDI • Reference Information...
  • Page 18: Mounting The Transceiver

    Installation and service must be performed by authorized personnel only. The 1-inch high, quarter rack width FOX 3G HD-SDI can be placed on a tabletop, mounted on a rack shelf, or mounted under a desk or tabletop. The receiver can be mounted on a projector bracket.
  • Page 19 Install blank faceplate(s) or other unit(s) on the rack shelf. Attach the rack shelf to the rack using the supplied bolts. 1U Universal Rack Shelf Figure 8. Mounting the Unit on a Universal Rack Shelf FOX 3G HD-SDI • Reference Information...
  • Page 20: Furniture Mounting

    The unit can be mounted under a horizontal surface using an optional MBU 125 under-desk mounting kit (part #70-077-01). Mount the unit under a desk or table as follows: Remove feet from the bottom of the FOX 3G HD-SDI unit if installed. Secure the under-desk mounting brackets to the transceiver with the four machine screws provided in the mounting kit (figure 9).
  • Page 21 If the screws are inaccessible to a screwdriver: Mark the location of the brackets relative to the screws. Remove the transceiver from inside the furniture. Tighten the screws. Replace the unit inside the surface (step 5). FOX 3G HD-SDI • Reference Information...
  • Page 22: Projector Mounting

    PMK 300 Projector Mounting a Transceiver NOTE: On the side mounting plates, the device is typically mounted on the outside of the bracket. On the front mounting plate, the device is typically mounted on the inside of the bracket. FOX 3G HD-SDI • Reference Information...
  • Page 23 NOTE: The supplied U-bolt fits a typical (1.5 inch to 2.0 inch diameter) ceiling pole. FOX 3G HD-SDI • Reference Information...
  • Page 24: Pmk 350 Mounting

    If power supply is connected to the transceiver, use the two included tie wraps to strap the power supply to the bracket. Place the PMK 350 around the projector ceiling mounting pole (figure 13). FOX 3G HD-SDI • Reference Information...
  • Page 25 If desired for aesthetics, choose one of the provided four sizes of self-adhesive cover sheets that most closely resembles the surrounding ceiling material, and apply it to the underside of the mounting tray. FOX 3G HD-SDI • Reference Information...
  • Page 26 Extron Electronics makes no further warranties either expressed or implied with respect to the product and its quality, performance, merchantability, or fitness for any particular use. In no event will Extron Electronics be liable for direct, indirect, or consequential damages resulting from any defect in this product even if Extron Electronics has been advised of such damage.

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