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- Page 1 User Guide Fiber Optic Switchers FOX SW8 8-Input Fiber Optic Switcher 68-1550-02 Rev. B 04 13...
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Page 2: Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions Safety Instructions • English Chinese Simplified （简体中文） WARNING: This symbol, , when used on the product, is intended 警告： 产品上的这个标志意在警告用户该产品机壳内有暴露的危险 to alert the user of the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage 电压， 有触电危险。 within the product’s enclosure that may present a risk of electric shock. -
Page 3: Regulatory Compliance
, registered service marks (SM) , and trademarks (TM) are the property of RGB Systems, Inc. or Extron Electronics: Registered Trademarks (®) AVTrac, Cable Cubby, CrossPoint, eBUS, EDID Manager, EDID Minder, Extron, Flat Field,GlobalViewer, Hideaway, Inline, IP Intercom, IP Link, Key... -
Page 4: Conventions Used In This Guide
Specifications Availability Product specification are available on the Extron website, www.extron.com. Conventions Used in this Guide Notifications The following notifications are used in this guide: A warning indicates a situation that has the potential to result in death or WARNING: severe injury. -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Introduction ............1 ........20 Button Labels ........... 20 About this Guide ..........1 About the FOX SW8 ........... 1 Installing Labels in the Switcher Buttons ..20 Mounting the Unit ..........22 Features ............. 3 Tabletop Use ..........22 Mounting kits .......... -
Page 7: Introduction
The FOX SW8 is available in two transmission modes, singlemode and a multimode, which define the transmission range of the switcher: • FOX SW8 MM — An 8-input, 1-output multimode switcher, with a range of up to 2000 m (6561 feet) on each input and the output •... - Page 8 The switcher selects among the proprietary signal inputs and outputs the selected signal on a fiber optic cable to a compatible receiver. NOTES: • The FOX SW8 does not support transmission of a return (Rx-to-Tx) serial data stream. • The switcher is compatible with most Extron FOX, FOXBOX, and PowerCage FOX models.
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Page 9: Features
HDCP compliance. NOTE: Loop through outputs are not reclocked. Front panel USB configuration port — The FOX SW8 features a front panel USB port that provides easy access for remote control operation. RS-232 control — The FOX SW8 features a rear panel RS-232 serial port for remote control operation. -
Page 10: Installation And Operation
AC power connector — Plug a standard IEC power cord into this connector to connect the FOX SW8 to a 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz power source. FOX SW8 • Installation and Operation... - Page 11 Input connectors and LEDs — Connectors — For one-way video, audio, and serial communications from the transmitter to the FOX SW8 (to be switched to the receiver) connect up to eight fiber optic cables to the input (right-hand) LC connector on the optical transceiver blocks (see figure 3).
- Page 12 This port is RS-232 only, with the following protocols: • 9600 baud • no parity • 8 data bits • 1 stop bit • no flow control FOX SW8 • Introduction...
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Page 13: Front Panel Configuration Port
FOX SW SERIES FIBER OPTIC SWITCHER Figure 6. FOX SW8 Configuration Port Config(uration) port — For USB control of the switcher, connect a host device, such as a computer or touch panel control, via this mini USB B port. Controls, Indicators, and Operation... -
Page 14: Operation
The buttons on the front panel can be set to provide amber background illumination at all times or the background illumination can be turned off. To toggle the background illumination on or off, press and hold the Input 1 and Input 2 buttons simultaneously for approximately 3 seconds. FOX SW8 • Introduction... -
Page 15: Remote Control
The switcher issues the following copyright message when it first powers on. is the 20yy year, is the firmware version number, and is the part number. Vx.xx 60-1171-xx (C) COPYRIGHT 20yy, EXTRON ELECTRONICS FOX SW8 SM (or MM),Vx.xx, 60-1172-xx FOX SW8 • Remote Control... -
Page 16: Error Responses
= Name Up to 24 upper- and lower-case alphanumeric characters. Hyphen characters are valid, blank and space characters are invalid. The first character must be a letter. The last character may not be a hyphen. FOX SW8 • Remote Control... -
Page 17: Command And Response Table For Sis Commands
•Vmt output mute status ( = unmuted, = muted).. Show firmware version is the firmware version. The factory-installed FOX SW8 controller firmware Example: 1.23 version is 1.23 (sample value only). Request part number nn indicates the transmission mode. 60-1172-nn = multimode, = singlemode. -
Page 18: Universal Switcher Control Program
The Extron Universal Switcher Control Program, which communicates with the switcher via the rear panel RS-232 port or front panel Configuration port of the unit, provides an easy way to configure and operate the FOX SW8 switcher. The program is compatible with Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows 7, and newer Windows operating systems. -
Page 19: Using The Program
6) or the Configuration port (see item page 7). Click > > > > Start Programs Extron Electronics Universal Switcher Universal Switcher Control Program figure 12, on the next page). The Communication Setup window appears (see FOX SW8 • Remote Control... - Page 20 • • USB tab — Extron USB Device_0 Click . The Extron Universal Switcher Control Program window (see figure 13) Connect displays the selected video and audio input. Figure 13. Universal Switcher Control Program Window FOX SW8 • Remote Control...
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Page 21: Firmware Upgrade
The name, version and file size shown are sample values only. Figure 14. Location of Firmware Upgrade Files Select the appropriate firmware file (FOX SW8) to download and click Download Enter the requested personal information and then click to copy the firmware Download to your computer. - Page 22 Extron website and starts the Extron Installation Program to extract the firmware file. NOTE: The name, version and file size shown are sample values only. Folder where firmware is installed Figure 15. Downloading Firmware Upgrade Files FOX SW8 • Remote Control...
- Page 23 Update Firmware button ( ). The Extron Tools Update firmware Firmware Loader appears (see figure 16). Figure 16. Extron Firmware Loader Window Select the FOX SW8 and click > . The Choose Firmware File screen appears File Open (see figure 17).
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Page 24: Using The Help System
The Extron Button Label Generator is available on the Extron website, www.extron.com, under the tab. Click the link (see figure 19), and download and install Download Software the program. Figure 19. Extron Download Center FOX SW8 • Remote Control... -
Page 25: Location Of Software On The Website
NOTE: For best results, print on transparent or translucent material. Click the button and create new labels as many times as necessary to Clear All Buttons make all of the button labels that you need. To access the help program, click the menu. Help FOX SW8 • Remote Control... -
Page 26: Reference Information
Locate the notch in the corner of one side of the clear button cap lens. Separate the white backing (diffuser) from the clear button cap (lens); insert the blade of the small screwdriver into the corner notch and gently twist the blade. FOX SW8 • Reference Information... - Page 27 Align the tabs on the switcher plunger with the notches on the diffuser plate. Gently, but firmly, press the reassembled button into place in the front panel of the switcher. Repeat steps 2 to 8 as needed to relabel other buttons. Figure 22. Button Label Blanks, 8-button Strips FOX SW8 • Reference Information...
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Page 28: Mounting The Unit
“UL Rack-Mounting Guidelines,“ below. Rack-Mounting UL Guidelines The following Underwriters Laboratories (UL) guidelines pertain to the installation of the FOX SW8 into a rack. Elevated operating ambient — If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, •... -
Page 29: 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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