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- Page 1 User Guide Distribution Amplifier FOX DA8 Eight Output Fiber Optic Distribution Amplifier 68-1461-01 Rev. B 05 11...
- 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 CAUTION: A caution warns of things or actions that might damage the equipment. WARNING: A warning warns of things or actions that might cause injury, death, or other severe consequences. Copyright © 2011 Extron Electronics. All rights reserved. Trademarks All trademarks mentioned in this guide are the properties of their respective owners.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction Specifications ............1 ............14 About this Guide ..........1 About the FOX DA8 ..........2 Reference Information ........16 Features .............. 3 Part Numbers ............ 16 FOX DA8 Part Numbers ......... 16 Installation and Operation ........4 Included Parts .......... - Page 6 Extron FOX DA8 • Contents...
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Page 7: Introduction
(DAs). The DA8 is available in two transmission modes, which define the transmission range of the DA: FOX DA8 MM — A 1-input, 8-output multimode DA, with a range of up to 2000 m (6561 feet) on the input and each output FOX DA8 SM —... -
Page 8: About The Fox Da8
The Extron FOX DA8 product family (see performance fiber optic distribution amplifiers. The FOX DA8 accepts a proprietary input optical signal from a compatible Extron fiber optic transmitter (Tx). The optical signal can include video, audio, and one-way (transmitter-to- receiver [Rx]) RS-232 communications. -
Page 9: Features
1600x1200 at 60 Hz. Higher resolutions can be transmitted, but with some loss of video quality. Optical input and outputs — The FOX DA8 inputs and outputs the optical signal on LC video connectors. Active and individually isolated outputs — The FOX DA8 uses active signal splitting to maintain equal transmitter power to all outputs, maximizing distance capabilities by ensuring full availability of optical loss budget for each output. -
Page 10: Installation And Operation
LC connector that receives an optical signal. AC power connector — Plug a standard IEC power cord into this connector to connect the FOX DA8 to a 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50 or 60 Hz power source. Extron FOX DA8 • Installation and Operation... - Page 11 Optical transceiver block 1 Input connector — For one-way video, audio, and serial communications from the transmitter to the FOX DA8 (for distribution to the receivers, connect a fiber optic cable to the block 1 optical transceiver input (right-hand) LC connector.
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Page 12: Front Panel Features
NOTE: The maximum distance from the FOX DA8 to the controlling device can vary up to 200 feet (61 m). Factors such as cable gauge, baud rates, environment, and output levels (from the unit and the controlling device) all affect transmission distance. -
Page 13: System Operation
System Operation After the transmitter, the FOX DA8, the receivers, and their connected devices are powered up, the system is fully operational. If any problems are encountered, ensure all traditional and fiber cables are routed and connected properly: Ensure that the video source and the displays are properly connected to the transmitter, the FOX DA8, and the receivers, and that all equipment has power applied. -
Page 14: Remote Control
FOX Extender Program Serial Ports The FOX DA8 has two serial ports that can be connected to a host device such as a computer running the HyperTerminal utility, an RS-232 capable PDA, or a control system. These ports make serial control of the DA8 possible. The serial ports are:... -
Page 15: Timeout
= Transceiver module status 00000000 = no light input 10000000 = light input = Temperature F = whole degree Fahrenheit = Transceiver module status 0 = no module installed 1 = multimode 2 = singlemode Extron FOX DA8 • Remote Control... -
Page 16: Command And Response Table For Sis Commands
0 = none, 1 = multimode, 2 = singlemode. FOX Extender Program The Extron FOX Extender program, which communicates with the FOX DA8 via the rear panel RS-232 port or front panel Config port of the unit, provides an easy way to operate the DA8. -
Page 17: Starting The Program
Connect a Windows ® -based computer to either of the DA8 serial ports (see “Installation and Operation”). Click Start > Programs > Extron Electronics > FOX Extender WCP > FOX Extender WCP window appears (see figure Communication Setup Figure 9. -
Page 18: Firmware Upgrade
(*.exe) files to self-extract the firmware files. Connect a Windows-based computer to the front panel Configuration port of the unit to be updated (see “Installation and Operation”). “Starting the Program”). Start the FOX Extender program (see Extron FOX DA8 • Remote Control... - Page 19 This process could take several minutes. Please wait.. ” and then displays the status of the upload. When the Firmware Loader reports, “ ”, click the Transfer complete! Exit button. Cycle the power for the FOX DA. Extron FOX DA8 • Remote Control...
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Page 20: Specifications
Serial control pin configurations ..Captive screw connector: 1 = TX, 2 = RX, 3 = GND Mini stereo jack: tip = TX, ring = RX, sleeve = GND Program control ......Extron control/configuration program for Windows ® Extron Simple Instruction Set (SIS ™ Extron FOX DA8 • Specifications... - Page 21 EMI/EMC......CE, C-tick, FCC Class A, FDA8 Class 1, ICES, VCCI, MTBF ..........30,000 hours Warranty ........3 years parts and labor NOTES: All nominal levels are at ±10%. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Extron FOX DA8 • Specifications...
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Page 22: Reference Information
9-pin D to 2.5 mm mini jack TRS RS-232 cable 70-335-01 RSU 129 9.5" 1U universal rack shelf kit 60-190-01 RSB 129 9.5" 1U basic rack shelf 60-604-01 MBU 125 under desk mounting kit 70-077-01 MBD 129 through desk mounting kit 70-077-02 Extron FOX DA8 • Reference Information... -
Page 23: Compatible Equipment
Compatible Equipment The FOX DA8 is compatible with the Extron fiber optic receivers and matrix switchers shown in the following tables: Fiber Optic RGB Video Models Part Number FOX 500 (RGB) Tx/Rx SM (set) 60-746-02 FOX 500 (RGB) Tx SM (individual unit) -
Page 24: Mounting The Unit
The 1U high, half-rack width unit can be placed on a tabletop, mounted on a rack shelf, or mounted under or through a desk or other furniture. To rack mount the FOX DA8, see the instructions provided with the rack mounting kit (see... -
Page 25: Extron Warranty
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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