Setup guide

Introduction
WARNING: The fiber optic I/O boards of the FOX matrix
switchers output continuous invisible light, which
may be harmful to the eyes; use with caution.
• Do not look into the fiber optic cable connectors
or into the fiber optic cables themselves.
• Plug the attached dust caps into the optical
transceivers when the fiber cable is unplugged.
This section gives an overview of the Extron® FOX Matrix 320x and
FOX Matrix 14400 and describes their features. Topics that are
covered include:
• About this Guide
• About the FOX Matrix Switchers
About this Guide
NOTE: Throughout this guide, both products are referred to as
"FOX matrix switchers" unless a significant difference is
noted in their features or operation.
This setup guide helps you to easily and quickly set up and configure
your FOX Matrix 320x or FOX Matrix 14400. Step by step instructions
show you how to:
• Connect the hardware
• Use selected Simple Instruction Set (SIS™) commands to perform
basic operations
• Load and start the Windows
®
-based Matrix Switchers Control
Program
• Connect to the built-in HTML pages, which you can use to operate
the switcher
• Replace the I/O boards, power supplies, and fans
FOX Matrix 320x and FOX Matrix 14400 • Contentsii 1FOX Matrix 320x and FOX Matrix 14400 • Introduction