User Guide Distribution Amplifier FOX DA8 Eight Output Fiber Optic Distribution Amplifier 68-1461-01 Rev.
Safety Instructions • English Warning This symbol is intended to alert the user of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature provided with the equipment. Power sources • This equipment should be operated only from the power source indicated on the product. This equipment is intended to be used with a main power system with a grounded (neutral) conductor. The third (grounding) pin is a safety feature, do not attempt to bypass or disable it.
FCC Class A Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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Contents Introduction............................................................ 1 Specifications........................................................ 14 About this Guide................................................. 1 About the FOX DA8............................................. 2 Features............................................................... 3 Reference Information........................................ 16 Installation and Operation..................................
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Introduction The topics covered in this section are: zz About this Guide zz About the FOX DA8 zz Features WARNINGS: • The FOX DA8 outputs continuous invisible light, which may be harmful and dangerous to the eyes; use with caution. • Do not look into the rear panel fiber optic cable connectors or into the fiber optic cables themselves. • Plug the attached dust caps into the optical transceivers when the fiber optic cable is unplugged.
About the FOX DA8 The Extron FOX DA8 product family (see figure 1) consists of two models of ultra-high 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-toreceiver [Rx]) RS-232 communications.
Features zz Ultra high performance — Outputs up to eight perfect, pixel-by-pixel RGBHV or digital video transmissions to compatible receivers. The FOX DA8 can handle analog video resolutions up to 1600x1200 at 60 Hz. Higher resolutions can be transmitted, but with some loss of video quality. zz Optical input and outputs — The FOX DA8 inputs and outputs the optical signal on LC video connectors.
Installation and Operation The topics covered in this section are: zz Rear Panel Features zz Front Panel Features zz System Operation Rear Panel Features 100-240V FOX DA8 0.3A 1 OUT IN 2 OUT N/A 3 OUT N/A OPTICAL OUTPUTS 4 5 OUT N/A OUT N/A 6 OUT N/A 7 OUT N/A 8 OUT N/A RS-232 Tx Rx INPUT 50/60 Hz 1 3 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 4 Figure 2.
b Input connector and LED — NOTES: The input (right-hand) LC connector for transciever block 1 is the only functional input connector. The right-hand LC connectors are not functional for transceiver blocks 2 through 8. • • 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.
Front Panel Features CONFIG FOX DA SERIES FIBER OPTIC DISTRIBUTION AMPLIFER 1 2 Figure 4. a b FOX DA8 Front Panel Features Power LED — This LED lights when power is applied to the unit. CONFIG port — This 2.5 mm mini stereo jack serves the same serial communications function as the rear panel RS-232 port, but is easier to access than the rear port after the unit has been installed and cabled. The optional 9-pin D to 2.
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: zz 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.
Remote Control The topics covered in this section are: zz Serial Ports zz Simple Instruction Set™ Control zz 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: zz The rear panel RS-232 port on a 3-pin captive screw connector zz The front panel CONFIG (RS-232) port on a 2.
Timeout Pauses of 10 seconds or longer between command ASCII characters result in a timeout. The command operation is aborted with no other indication. Using the Command and Response Table The Command and Response Table for SIS Commands is on page 10. Lower case letters are acceptable in the command field. Symbols are used throughout the table to represent variables in the command/response fields. Command and response examples are shown throughout the table.
Command and Response Table for SIS Commands Command ASCII Command (host to unit) Response (unit to host) Additional Description Channel Mute NOTE: The channel mute commands mute the data on the output only. The output continues to emit light.
Figure 7. Software CD Window 3. Click the Software (a) tab (see figure 7). 4. Scroll to the desired program and click Install (see figure 8). Figure 8. Software Installation 5. Follow the on-screen instructions.
3. Select the Com port to which your DA8 is connected. Click OK. The FOX Extender program window appears (see figure10). 4. Mute or unmute individual outputs or all outputs by clicking the appropriate buttons. WARNING: The channel mute command mutes the data on the output only. The output continues to emit light. Figure 10.
7. Click Tools > Update Firmware. The Extron Firmware Loader appears (see figure 12). Figure 12. Firmware Upload 8. Click Browse (a). The open file window appears. 9. Navigate to the folder where you saved the firmware upgrade file. Select and open (double-click) the file. The Firmware Loader returns to the top. NOTE: Valid firmware files must have the file extension “.S19”. Any other file extension is not a firmware upgrade for your FOX DA. 10. Click Upload (b).
Specifications Optical Specifications NOTE: These amplifiers are class 1 laser products. They meet the safety regulations of IEC-60825, FDA8 21 CFR 1040.10, and FDA8 21 CFR 1040.11.
General Power �������������������������������������������� 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, 20 watts, internal Temperature/humidity �������������������� Storage: -40 to +158 °F (-40 to +70 °C) / 10% to 90%, noncondensing Operating: +32 to +122 °F (0 to +50 °C) / 10% to 90%, noncondensing Cooling ������������������������������������������ Convection, vents on top and sides Mounting Rack mount ����������������������� Yes, with optional 1U, 9.
Reference Information The topics covered in this section are: zz Part Numbers zz Rack Mounting Part Numbers FOX DA8 Part Numbers Models Part Number FOX DA8 SM (singlemode) 60-927-02 FOX DA8 MM (multimode) 60-927-01 Included Parts Included Parts Part Number IEC power cord 3-pole captive screw audio connector Installation guide Extron Software Products CD (FOX Extender program) (1) 10 foot LC-LC duplex patch cables (SM or MM, depending on the model) Optional Accessories Accessories Part Number
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) 60-746-12 FOX 500 (RGB) Rx SM (individual unit) 60-746-22 FOX 500 Tx/Rx (RGB) MM (set) 60-746-01 FOX 500 Tx (RGB) MM (individual unit) 60-746-11 FOX 500 Rx (RGB) MM (individual unit) 60-746-21 FOXBOX Tx VGA SM 60-934-12 FOXBOX Rx VGA SM 60-
Other Fiber Optic Models Part Number FOX SW8 SM 60-984-02 FOX SW8 MM 60-984-01 FOX 500 DA6 SM 60-863-02 FOX 500 DA6 MM 60-863-01 Mounting the Unit CAUTION: Installation and service must be performed by authorized personnel only. 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.
Extron® Warranty Extron Electronics warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years from the date of purchase.
