ORION X 10707 Stancliff Road Houston, Texas 77099 Phone: (281) 933-7673 www.rose.
LIMITED WARRANTY Rose Electronics warrants the Orion™ X to be in good working order for one year from the date of purchase from Rose Electronics or an authorized dealer. Should this product fail to be in good working order at any time during this one-year warranty period, Rose Electronics will, at its option, repair or replace the Unit as set forth below. Repair parts and replacement units will be either reconditioned or new. All replaced parts become the property of Rose Electronics.
EUROPEAN UNION DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY This is to certify that, when installed and used according to the instructions in this manual, together with the specified cables and the maximum CPU- cable length <3m, the Units listed in Appendix B are shielded against the generation of radio interferences in accordance with the application of Council Directive 2004/108/EG as well as these standards: EN 55022:2006 + A1:2007 (Class A) EN 55024:1998 + A1:2001 + A2:2003 The device was tested in a typical configuratio
TABLE OF CONTENTS Contents Page # Disclaimer................................................................................................................................................... 2 Introduction................................................................................................................................................. 2 About This Manual ......................................................................................................................................
Saving of Configurations (external) .................................................................................................... 66 Loading of Configurations (external) .................................................................................................. 67 Export and Import Options ..................................................................................................................... 68 Export Options .......................................................................
TABLE OF FIGURES Figures Page # Figure 1. System Overview ......................................................................................................................... 5 Figure 2. Orion X 288-port Model................................................................................................................ 6 Figure 3. Orion X 160-port Model................................................................................................................ 7 Figure 4. Orion X 80-port Model ....
Figure 56.Loading external configuration through the Java Tool ............................................................... 67 Figure 57. Exporting Configuration Lists through the Java Tool ................................................................ 68 Figure 58. Importing Configuration Lists through the Java Tool ................................................................ 69 Figure 59. Matrix Update through the Java Tool .........................................................................
TABLE OF APPENDICES Appendices Page # Appendix A – General Specifications ...................................................................................................... 103 Interfaces ............................................................................................................................................ 103 DVI-D Single Link ............................................................................................................................. 103 USB HID ...................
INTRODUCTION Disclaimer While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual, the manufacturer assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither does the manufacturer assume any liability for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. The manufacturer reserves the right to change the specifications, functions, circuitry of the product, and manual content at any time without notice.
About This Manual This manual covers the installation, configuration, and operation of the Orion X System. The System consists of three components; the Orion X switch, the extender transmitter(s), and the extender receiver(s). This manual covers only the Orion X switch. The Installation section explains how the three components are interconnected to form a seamless switching network.
Compatibility Video Digital (DVI-D) Single Link: Data stream limited to 165 Megapixels/sec. Signals are TMDS level. Keyboard Compatible with all standard USB keyboards. Keyboards with a built-in hub are also supported – but there are never more than two HID devices supported. Mouse Compatible with all standard USB* 2-button, 3-button and wheel mice. * CATx / Fiber The Orion X Switch may be equipped with both CATx GBICs and fiber GBICs.
OVERVIEW System Overview An Orion X matrix system consists of an Orion X matrix and, for KVM applications, one or more CPU Units / CON Units. The Orion X matrix is connected to the CPU Units / CON Units by interconnect cables or connected directly to the video devices when it used as a video matrix. The CPU units are connected to the computers, and monitor(s), keyboards and mice are connected to the CON units using the interconnect cables (CATx or Fiber).
MODELS Orion X Model Description The following views of the Orion X matrix illustrate the available chassis types. NOTE: Models that have mixed CATx and Fiber modules should be used with care. A CATx CON KVM station can not connect to a fiber CPU port, and a fiber CON KVM station can not connect to a CATx CPU port. Remember, connect only CATx to CATx and Fiber to Fiber. Figure 2.
Figure 3. Orion X 160-port Model 1 - Slot for power supply unit 1 4 - Slot for fan tray 2 7 - Grounding 2 - Slot for fan tray 1 5 - Slots for I/O boards #1-20 8 - Slot for CPU board 3 - Slot for power supply unit 2 6 - Slot for power supply unit 3 Figure 4. Orion X 80-port Model 1 - Slot for fan tray 1 4 - Slot for power supply unit 2 7 - Slot for fan tray 2 2 - Slot for power supply unit 1 5 - Slot for CPU board 3 - Slots for I/O boards #1-10 6 - Slot for air filter Figure 5.
INSTALLATION Installation The installation section of this manual explains the basic System Setup. It then describes in detail how to set up the Orion X as a KVM Matrix, a Video Matrix , as well as how to stack and cascade Orion X switches. System Setup First time users are recommended to set up the system in the same room as a test setup. This will allow you to identify and solve any cabling problems, and experiment with your system more conveniently. Setup of the matrix 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
KVM Matrix In Single-Head mode, up to 288 ports can be used either as an input or as an output port depending on components and equipment. At the same time there is non blocking access for all users, i.e. user access is not limited by the activities of another user. Figure 6.
Video Matrix If the Orion X is used as an SDI video matrix, up to 288 input ports can be switched to up to 288 output ports depending on components and equipment. Figure 7. Video Matrix 1 - Video source (e. g. SDI camera) 3 - Orion X matrix 10 2 - Interconnect cable 4 - Video sink (e. g.
Parallel Operation (Stacking) For special configurations, especially at installations with several monitors per work station or additional support of USB 2.0 transmission paths, the number of connectable CPUs and consoles can be increased by a parallel operation (stacking) of several Orion X devices.
Cascading For applications exceeding the number of available ports, the system can be extended by cascading. In this case, the Orion X devices are connected by so-called "tie lines". The tie lines are dynamically configured to support connections in both directions. To access cascaded matrices from a console, one of the matrices has to be configured as sub matrix. Figure 9.
CONFIGURATION Configuration The Orion X switch is easy to configure. This can be done through keyboard commands in Command Mode, invoking the On-Screen Display, or using the Java Tool. These options are described below. Command Mode The Orion X has a Command Mode that allows several functions via keyboard command during normal use. To enter Command Mode use a 'Hot Key' sequence and to exit Command Mode, press .
Set freely selectable 'Hot Key' In order to set a freely selectable 'Hot Key' (e.g. 2x ), use the following keyboard sequence: , , <0>, , Reset 'Hot Key' In order to set a 'Hot Key' back to default settings of the extender, press the key combination + within 5 s after switching on the CON unit or plugging in a keyboard.
Menu Structure Figure 10. OSD Main Menu The general layout of the OSD is structured into three areas: Upper status area (topmost two text lines) Working area Lower status area (lowest two text lines) Keyboard control The following keyboard commands are available.
Sorting Function Lists and tables in the Java Tool offer a sorting function for fast and smooth search. The following sorting functions are available: Function Keyboard Command Sort ID numbers in a descending order or in an ascending order by pressing the keyboard command twice (ID). Sort ID names in a descending order or in an ascending order by pressing the keyboard command twice (Name). Go to the next result in the list of results of the search field (Next).
Control through the Java Tool Requirements The following requirements have to be met to use the Java Tool: Computer with an installed Java Environment (JRE, version 1.6 or higher) Java Tool software Available network connection between the Java Tool and the matrix Contact your system administrator concerning JRE and network connection. Installation of the Java Tool The Java Tool is available as a single executable program file that does not require a separate installation.
Figure 12. Java Tool Connect menu No more than twelve connections between the matrix and the Java tool can be established at the same time due to a limitation of available sockets. Menu structure Figure 13.
The menu structure of the Java Tool is subdivided into various sections: Menu bar (top line) Toolbar (second line) Tab bar (third line) Task area (left menu section) Working area (right menu section) Status bar (bottom line section) Operating Instructions The operation of the Java Tool is intuitive and corresponds to the user interface of common operating systems. The integrated help texts in the working area of the Java Tool can be activated or deactivated by the checkbox in the upper right corner.
Reload Options The information shown in the Java Tool can be reloaded in different ways. Via key on the keyboard Via Edit > Reload in the menu bar Via the "Reload" symbol in the symbol bar Context Function The Java Tool offers several context functions that support a user friendly and effective operation of the tool. The context functions are described in the respective chapters. To execute a context function, use the right mouse button on the corresponding field and select the desired function.
Online Configuration Configurations and system settings can be also edited via Java tool in online mode with an active connection between matrix and Java tool. Figure 14. Java Tool Online Configuration To edit a configuration in online mode, proceed as follows: 1. Select the Matrix > Activate Online Configuration Mode menu item. This setting will be additionally shown in the lower part of the working area. 2. Make any edits at the configuration and system settings and confirm by pressing the Apply button.
Report The Java tool is equipped with a report function that exports the current switching status and all relevant parts of the matrix configuration to a PDF file. The report function can be used in both online or offline mode of the Java tool. To create a report, proceed as follows: 1. Select File > Report... in the menu bar. A selection assistant will be opened. 2.
Assignment The Orion X offers the possibility of a console specific or a CPU specific assignment. The first possibility is to assign virtual CPUs to real CPUs. The second possibility is to assign real consoles to virtual consoles. Virtual CPU Virtual CPUs can be assigned to real CPUs in this menu. This simplifies the process of switching several consoles to the same CPU.
Assignment through Java Tool Select Assignment > Virtual to Real CPU in the task area. Figure 17. Virtual to Real CPU Assignment through Java Tool To make an assignment, proceed as follows: 1. Select a virtual CPU in the Virtual CPU list. 2. Double click in the Real CPU column to get a list of all available real CPUs. 3. Select a real CPU.
Virtual Console Real consoles can be assigned to virtual consoles in this menu. This simplifies the process of setting and changing access permissions by changing the permissions of the virtual console and then applying them to all assigned real consoles. Virtual consoles can be switched exactly in the same way as real consoles. If a virtual console is switched to a CPU, all real consoles that are assigned to the virtual console will receive the video signal.
Assignment through OSD Select Assignment > Real to Virtual Console in the task area. Figure 19. Virtual to Real Console Assignment through Java Tool To make an assignment, proceed as follows: 1. Select the required real console in the Real Console table. 2. Double click in the Virtual Console column to get a list of all available virtual consoles. 3. Select the required virtual console.
System Settings System settings can be set up and modified on the Orion X. The configuration of the system settings can only be set by users with administrator rights. System Data The system configuration is set up here. This can be done through either the OSD or the Java Tool. The following settings can be modified.
Modifying System Data through OSD Select Configuration > System in the main menu. Figure 20. Modifying System Settings through OSD Select between the following buttons: Button Function Cancel Reject changes Save Save changes Modifying System Data through the Java Tool Figure 21.
Automatic ID The settings for the automatic creation of CPU and CON devices by connecting a new extender unit are handled in this menu. This menu can be accessed in the OSD and the Java Tool. The following settings can be modified.
Modifying Automatic ID Settings through the Java Tool Select System > Automatic ID in the task area. Figure 23.
Access Control The access control configuration is set in this menu. This menu can be accessed in the OSD and the Java Tool. The following settings can be modified.
Modifying Access Control through the OSD Select Configuration > Access in the main menu. Figure 24. Modifying Access Control through OSD Select between the following buttons: Button Function Cancel Reject changes Save Save changes Modifying Access Control through the Java Tool Select System > Access in the task area. Figure 25.
Switch Settings The configuration of the switching parameters is set in this menu. This menu can be accessed in the OSD and the Java Tool. The following settings can be modified. Field Selection Description Video Sharing Activated The user can switch to any CPU as an observer, even to such ones that are already assigned to another user (observer without keyboard/mouse access). Note: Switching is done with the key, not .
Modifying Switch Settings through the OSD Select Configuration > Switch in the main menu. Figure 26. Modifying Switch Settings through OSD Select between the following buttons: Button Function Cancel Reject changes Save Save changes Modifying Switch Settings through the Java Tool Select System > Switch in the task area. Figure 27.
Network The network configuration is set in this menu. This menu can be accessed in the OSD and the Java Tool. The following settings can be modified. Field Selection Description DHCP Activated The network settings are automatically supplied by a DNS server (default) Deactivated Function not active IP address Byte Input the IP address in the form "192.168.1.1", if DHCP is not active Subnet Mask Byte Input the subnet mask in the form "255.255.255.0", if DHCP is not active (default: 255.255.255.
Modifying Network Settings through the OSD Select Configuration > Network in the main menu. Figure 28. Modifying Network Settings through OSD Select between the following buttons: Button Function Cancel Reject changes Save Save changes Modifying Network Settings through the Java Tool Select System > Network in the task area. Figure 29.
Date and Time The Date and Time on the Orion X are set in this menu. This menu can only be accessed in the OSD. The following settings can be modified. Field Selection Description Month 1-12 Enter month Date 1-31 Enter date Year 1-99 Enter year Day of the week 1-7 Enter day of the week Hours 0-23 Enter hour Minutes 0.59 Enter minute Seconds 0.59 Enter second Note: Date format according to the English notation. Modifying Switch Settings through the OSD Select Configuration > Date+Time in the main menu.
User Settings The following user settings can be set up and modified on the Orion X. User This menu is used to create new users and setting up their access rights. This menu can be accessed in the OSD and the Java Tool. The following settings can be modified. Field Selection Description Name Text User name (case sensitive) Password Text User password (case sensitive) Repeat Password Text Repeat user password (case sensitive) HTTP Activated Access permission via HTTP.
Modifying User Settings through the OSD Select Configuration > User in the main menu. Figure 31.
Modifying User Settings through the Java Tool Select Definition > User in the task area. Figure 32. Modifying User Settings through the Java Tool Select between the following buttons: Button Function New Open a new user configuration Delete Delete an existing user Apply Create a new user account Cancel Reject changes To configure user access rights for CPUs, proceed as follows: 1. Select a user in the User list. 2.
Favorite List Users This menu is used to create individual favorite lists of CPUs that have to be switched frequently for different users. A favorite list can contain up to eight different CPUs. The switching of the favorites is done via 'Hot Key' using the keyboard. This menu can be accessed in the OSD and the Java Tool. Setting up User Favorites through the OSD Select Assignments > User Favorites in the main menu. Figure 33.
Setting up User Favorites through the Java Tool Select the respective user in the working area of the User menu for the favorite list and open the Favorites tab. Figure 34.Setting up User Favorites through the Java Tool To create a favorite list for any user, proceed as follows: 1. Select the CPUs in the CPU available list that should be added to the favorite list (CPU assigned). By pressing the key at the same time, more than one CPU device can be marked. 2.
User Macros This menu is used to set up macro commands for switching, disconnection or user administration. This menu can be accessed in the OSD and the Java Tool. The macro commands are created for each user separately. A macro can execute up to 16 switching commands successively. The execution of the macros is done via 'Hot Key' and the function keys . Note: In order to execute user macros the user has to be logged in at the matrix.
Setting up User Macros through the OSD Select via Configuration > User Macros in the main menu the user for which a user macro has to be created. Figure 35. Setting up User Macros through OSD To create a macro for the selected user, proceed as follows: 1. Select in the Key field that one (1-16) for which a macro has to be created. 2. Select the respective place on the list (1-16) of the key that has to be set with a macro key. 3.
Setting up User Macros through the Java Tool Select in the working area of menu Definition > User the user for which macros have to be created and open the Macros tab. Figure 36. Setting up User Macros through the Java Tool To create a macro for the selected user, proceed as follows: 1. Select in the Key field that one (1-16) for which a macro has to be created. 2. Select in the Function column the commands that should be part of the macro.
Extender Settings All extender units are managed in this menu. This menu also allows the creation of new extender units and the deletion of existing extender units. This menu can be accessed in the OSD and the Java Tool. The extender unit describes the connection of an physical extender to the matrix. Every extender board with a direct cable connection to the matrix is recognized as an extender unit. Dual-Head KVM extenders will be recognized as two independent extender units.
Managing Extender Settings through the Java Tool Select Definition > EXT Units in the task area. Figure 38. Managing Extender Settings through the Java Tool Select between the following buttons: Button Function New Create a new extender unit Delete Delete an existing unit Apply Confirm changes of an extender unit Cancel Reject changes Creating Flex-Port Extender Units Extenders with ID function are automatically recognized by the system and cannot be created manually.
Deleting Flex-Port Extender Units It is not possible to delete Flex-Port extender units connected to the matrix. Deleting Fixed Port Extender Units To delete a fixed port extender unit (e. g. USB 2.0), proceed as follows: 1. Verify that the fixed port extender unit to be deleted is currently not assigned to a device. 2. Select the fixed port extender unit to be deleted in the selection list on the left side of the EXT Units menu and confirm with the key. 3. Press the Delete button. 4.
Modifying CPU Settings through the OSD Select Configuration > CPU Units in the main menu. Figure 39. Modifying CPU Settings through OSD Select between the following buttons: Button Function New R. Create a new real CPU device New V.
Modifying CPU Settings through the Java Tool Select Definition > CPU Devices in the task area. Figure 40.
To access a new CPU via matrix, an assignment of one or more CPU type extender units is required. Proceed as follows: 1. Select the CPU in the CPU Devices list that has to be assigned an extender. 2. Select one or more extenders in the Extender available list that should be assigned to the CPU. 3. Perform the assignment by pressing the > button. To assign all available extenders to the CPU, press the >> button. The assignments are displayed in the Extender assigned list. 4.
Setting up CON Devices through the OSD Select Configuration > CON Devices in the main menu. Figure 41. Setting up CON Devices through OSD Select between the following buttons: Button Function New R. Create a new real console New V.
Setting up CON Devices through the Java Tool Select Definition > CON Devices in the task area. Figure 42.
To access a new CON via matrix, an assignment of one or more CON type extender units is required. Proceed as follows: 1. Select the console in the CON Devices list that has to be assigned an extender. 2. Select one or more extenders in the Extender available list that should be assigned to the CON. 3. Perform the assignment by pressing the >. button To assign all available extenders to the console, press the >> button. The assignments are displayed in the Extender assigned list. 4.
Modifying Mouse and Keyboard Settings through the OSD Select Configuration > EXT Units in the main menu. Figure 43.
Modifying Mouse and Keyboard Settings through the Java Tool Select Definition > EXT Units in the task area. Mouse and keyboard settings are made in the OSD Data tab. Figure 44. Modifying Mouse and Keyboard Settings through the Java Tool Extender OSD The Extender OSD settings can be adjusted in this menu. These are local settings that can be set up individually for each console.
Modifying Extender OSD Settings through the OSD Select Configuration > EXT Units in the main menu. Figure 45.Modifying Extender OSD Settings through OSD In order to change the Extender OSD settings, proceed as follows: 1. Select the console extender in the EXT-Units list whose Extender OSD settings has to be adjusted. 2. When confirming the selection by pressing the key, the respective console extender will be enabled for editing.
Modifying Extender OSD Settings through the Java Tool Select Definition > EXT Units in the task area. Figure 46. Modifying Extender OSD Settings through the Java Tool In order to change the Extender OSD settings, proceed as follows: 1. Select the console extender in the EXT-Units list whose Extender OSD settings has to be adjusted. 2. Open the Extender OSD Data tab. 3. Adjust the desired settings and confirm by pressing the Apply button.
Setting up Console Favorites through the OSD Select Assignments > CON Favorites in the main menu. Figure 47. Setting up Console Favorites through OSD To create a favorites list for the local console, proceed as follows: 1. Select successively those CPUs from the CPU Devices list that have to be moved to the favorite list. By pressing the key, a CPU device will be moved to the favorite list and it will be removed by pressing . 2.
Setting up Console Favorites through the Java Tool Select the respective user in the working area of the CON Devices menu for the favorite list and open the Favorites tab. Figure 48. Setting up Console Favorites through the Java Tool To create a favorite list for any console, proceed as follows: 1. Select the CPUs in the CPU available list that should be added to the favorite list (CPU assigned). By pressing the key at the same time, more than one CPU device can be marked. 2.
Select between the following settings: Field Selection Function Connect (P1=CON, P2=CPU) (01-16) Connect Video (P1=CON, P2= CPU) Disconnect (P1=CON) Logout User Set Real CPU (P1=VCPU, P2=RCPU) Set Virtual CON (P1=RCON, P2=VCON) Push (P1=CON) Push Video (P1=CON) Get (P1=CON) Get Video (P1=CON) P1 P2 CON or CPU Device CON or CPU Device Description Set bidirectional connection from console P1 to CPU P2 Set video connection from console P1 to CPU P2 Disconnect console P1 Logout current user Assign a virtu
To create a macro for the selected console, proceed as follows: 1. Select in the Key field the number (1-16) of the macro you wish to create. 2. Select the respective place on the list (1-16) of the key that has to be set with a macro key. 3. Select for the marked place on the list a macro command in the Macro Data field. 4. Set the necessary parameters P1 and P2 (e.g. CON Devices or CPU Devices) for the selected macro command. 5.
Saving and Loading of Configurations This menu facilitates saving and loading of active configurations, internal configurations and external configurations, as described below. Active Configuration This menu can only be accessed in the OSD. Select Configuration > Save in the main menu. By selecting this menu item, the active configuration of the matrix is saved to non-volatile matrix memory. By default, the last configuration that has been saved in this way will be restored after a restart of the matrix.
In Default and File #1 to File #8, the name and the detailed information of the respective saved configuration are shown. Each of these storage locations can be overwritten. The storage location to be overwritten by the current configuration must be selected explicitly. The current configuration is then saved to this storage location and will be immediately shown in the menu. The previously saved configuration at that storage location is deleted.
Loading of Configurations (internal) Previously saved configurations are loaded in this menu. This menu can be accessed from the OSD and the Java Tool. Loading Internal Configuration through the OSD Figure 53. Loading internal configuration through OSD Active shows the current configuration’s name and description. In addition to the default configuration, up to eight further configurations can be loaded. Select the configuration to be loaded from one of the nine locations.
Loading Internal Configuration through the Java Tool Figure 54. Loading internal configuration through the Java Tool To load the configuration from the internal matrix memory, proceed as follows: 1. Select Administration > Activate Configuration during online-mode in the task area. 2. Select the required configuration. 3. Load the configuration by pressing the Activate button.
To save the configuration into to an external configuration file, proceed as follows: 1. Select File > Save As in the menu bar. 2. Enter a name for the configuration. 3. Select the directory of the configuration on the storage medium where it has to be saved. Configurations are always saved in a file with the ending “dtc”. Loading of Configurations (external) Externally saved configurations are opened, uploaded, and activated in this menu. This menu can only be accessed in the Java Tool. Figure 56.
Export and Import Options The Orion X offers the possibility to read out available configuration lists (extender, CPUs, consoles and users) for exporting and importing via the Java tool. Exported configuration lists are always saved in .csv format that allows offline editing with common spreadsheet applications. Import and Export are only available through the Java Tool. Export Options Configuration lists are exported in this menu. Figure 57.
Import Options Configuration lists are imported in this menu. Figure 58. Importing Configuration Lists through the Java Tool To import, proceed as follows: 1. Select File > Import in the menu bar. 2. After opening the menu, select the list to import (Extender, CPU, Console or User). 3. Select the directory of the list to import. 4. Confirm the import with the Finish button. Firmware Update This includes updating the firmware on the Orion X matrix and the extenders.
Ensure implicitly that all USB 2.0 extenders are only connected to the provided ports (fixed ports) before the matrix update is started. Failure to observe this requirement will have a negative influence on the stability of the update. Performing the Update Figure 59. Matrix Update through the Java Tool To perform the matrix update, proceed as follows: 1. Select Administration > Update Matrix Firmware in the task area.
Extender Update The firmware of the extenders connected to the matrix can be updated in this menu. Preparation Take the following steps in order prepare for the extender update: 1. Save the matrix configuration externally. 2. Open Extras > Options in the menu bar and enter in the Firmware Directory setting the directory in which the update files should be found by default. 3. Connect all hot spare extenders to the matrix. Performing the Update in Standard Mode (Parallel Update) 1.
4. After finishing the upload process the successful completion will be confirmed by a popup. To start the actual update process, confirm this by pressing the Yes button. The Java Tool will immediately proceed to the Update Firmware tab. Note: When updating with a firmware identical to or older than the version currently installed, the Force Update option in the lower part of the working area has to be enabled. Figure 61. Extender Update in Standard Mode through the Java Tool - Step 2 (Update Firmware) 5.
Performing the Update in Expert Mode (sequential Update) 1. Select Administration > Update EXT Firmware and select Expert Mode in the upper part of the working area. All extenders available for update will be automatically selected and highlighted in green. Figure 62. Extender Update in Expert Mode – Step 1 (from the Java Tool) 2. Set the matrix into Service Mode upon request in the popup window or via Matrix > Activate Service Mode in the menu bar.
3. Start the update by pressing the Update button in the lower part of the working area. 4. Quit Service Mode after updating upon request in the popup window or via Matrix > Deactivate Service Mode in the task area. 5. After the update, verify in the Java tool through Administration > Update EXT Firmware from the Protocol tab of the Expert Mode that the updates for all extenders have been installed correctly.
OPERATION Operation The Orion X can be operated in three different ways: 1. Direct Switching via a keyboard connected to a CON port and the 'Hot Keys' by a macro keyboard connected to a console port 2. OSD via keyboard/mouse directly connected to the CPU board of the matrix via keyboard/mouse connected to a CON Unit and the OSD 3.
Switch to previous CPU 1. Start Command Mode with the 'Hot Key'. The keyboard LEDs Caps Lock and Scroll Lock will flash when Command Mode is active. 2. Press the
key on the keyboard. Command Mode is closed and the console is connected to the previous CPU with complete control. Notes: If the matrix is switched to a CPU that was previously connected with Video Only Access, it will now be connected to this CPU with full KVM access.
Addressing of Main and Sub Matrices The Orion X can be cascaded to two levels. Commands (including opening the OSD) can be optionally sent to the main or the sub matrix. When command mode is activate, select if the commands should be handled in the main matrix or to indicate the commands should be handled in the sub matrix. OSD Access 4. Display the OSD of the main matrix: , , (optional), 5.
KVM Switching KVM Switching of the user’s own console can be performed only through the OSD. Select Switch in the main menu. Figure 65. KVM Switching through OSD To switch the console to any available CPU, proceed as follows: 1. Select from the CPU Devices list on the left side the one to be connected to the CON device. 2. Confirm the desired connection type with the appropriate keyboard command.
Extended Switching Extended switching of any console to any CPU can be performed through the OSD or the Java Tool. Exended Switching through the OSD To switch any console to any available CPU, proceed as follows: Select Extended Switch in the main menu. Figure 66. Extended KVM Switching through OSD 1. Select from the CON Devices list on the left side the one to be should be switched to a CPU device and open it by pressing . 2.
Select between the following switching functions: Function Set a video only connection. Set a KVM connection. Set a KVM connection in private mode (video sharing disabled). Disconnect the CON device from the CPU device. Keyboard Command + KVM Switching through the Java Tool There are two methods to perform switching operations for the Orion X via the Java Tool, as described below. Method 1: Select Control > Extended Switch in the task area. Figure 67.
The following symbols are shown in the connection overview: Symbol Description CON device is connected via Shared Access with at least one additional console to the same CPU. The CON device has Full Access at the moment. CON device is connected via Shared Access with at least one additional console to the same CPU. The CON device has a Video Access connection at the moment.
To disconnect an existing connection between CON and CPU devices proceed as follows: 1. Click on the port that has to be disconnected by using the right mouse button. 2. Select the Disconnect function in the popup that appears. The connected ports will be disconnected immediately. At the same time any other connections of extenders assigned to the involved devices will be disconnected. USB 2.0 Switching Switching of USB 2.0 extenders basically works like switching of KVM extenders.
Presets Predefined macros to switch the matrix without loading a new configuration can be created and activated in this menu. This menu can only be accessed from the Java Tool. Select Control > Presets in the task area. Figure 69. Setting up Macro Presets through the Java Tool To create a new switch macro proceed as follows: 1. Open a new switch macro by pressing on the New symbol in the right column of the working area.
Serial Interface The Orion X allows switching via a serial interface (RS232). Detailed information for the serial interface and the corresponding switching commands are available in form of an API (application programming interface) upon request. Power Up and Power Down Functions This section deals with Power functions of the Orion X. Restart The Orion X can be restarted through the OSD and the Java Tool. Restarting through the OSD 1.
STATUS INDICATORS Diagnostics and Status This section describes the diagnostics that are available on the Orion X. Status indicators, both physically on the unit as LED indicators, and in the software, are discussed here. Status LEDs The Orion X components are fitted with the following LEDs for overall status indication. CPU Board Figure 70.
Status LEDs on CPU board: Pos. LED Status Status 1 White 1 Blue flashing Red flashing Green flashing Green Status 2 White 2 Red flashing Off Description CPU board is in registration process Registration at the matrix is started Registration in progress Operating condition CPU board de-registered CPU board is in registration process Registration at the matrix is started Operating condition Due to variations in LED type "white" might also appear as light purple or light blue.
Status LEDs at I/O boards: Pos.
Status LEDs of the fan trays: Pos. LED Status Status 1 (Green) On 1 Status 2 (Red) 2 Off On Hot Swap (Blue) Off 3 On Description Operating condition Operating condition Error indication Hot Swap option deactivated Hot Swap option activated Power Supply Unit Orion X 288/160 Figure 74. Orion X 288/160 Power Supply Unit LEDs Status LEDs of the power supply units: Pos.
Port Status The connections and the switching status between the various consoles and CPUs are shown in this menu. This menu can only be accessed from the Java Tool. Viewing Port Status with the Java Tool The current port configuration of the Orion X is illustrated in this menu. Select Status > Matrix View in the task area in online mode. Figure 76. Viewing Port Status with the Java Tool (Example 1) Figure 77.
The colors indicates the connection status: Color Description Grey Port not connected Yellow Video connection Green KVM connection Red Faulty Port The symbol indicates the extender that is recognized and defined at a certain port: Symbol Description Port connected to a CPU unit Port is connected to a CPU unit that is switched to a CON unit in Private Mode Port connected to a CON unit Port connected to a CON unit with Shared Access to a CPU.
Extender OSD All extenders used with the Orion X are provided with their own OSD to display the connection status of their console. Figure 78.Extender OSD The following information is shown in the OSD information screen: Field Description CON Name of the console CPU Name of the currently connected CPU Access Full Access: The console has a KVM connection to the displayed CPU. Video Access: The console has a video only connection to the displayed CPU.
Network Status The current network configuration is shown in this menu. This menu can be accessed through the OSD or the Java Tool. The following information is shown in this menu: Field Description DHCP Allow the network to dynamically assign network settings.
Viewing Network Status through the Java Tool Select Status > Matrix View in the task area. Figure 80. Viewing Network Status through the Java Tool Use the left mouse button to click on the network port of the CPU board. The corresponding network status will be shown on the right side of the working area. Firmware Status Matrix The current firmware status of the installed boards is shown in this menu. This menu can be accessed through the OSD or the Java Tool.
Viewing Firmware Status through the OSD Select Status > Firmware in the main menu. Figure 81. Viewing Firmware Status through OSD Viewing Firmware Status through the OSD Select Status > Matrix Firmware in the task area. Figure 82. Viewing Firmware Status through the Java Tool To read out the firmware status and store it locally (file extension .dtf), select Matrix > Save Firmware Status to File... To read out the overall status of the matrix and store it locally (file extension .
The various modules can expanded and contracted in the Name column by clicking with the left mouse button on the plus or minus symbols to get a better overview. By clicking with the left mouse button on the plus or minus symbol in the upper right corner of the working area, all module information can be expanded and contracted. Firmware Status Extender The current firmware status of the connected extenders is shown in this menu. This menu can be accessed from the Java Tool.
Syslog Monitoring Logging of the Orion X matrix activities, including switching operations and the performance of function critical components like fans or power supply units, is done with this menu. It can only be accessed from the Java Tool. To start Syslog Monitoring proceed as follows: Select the symbol Monitoring in the symbol bar. Figure 84.
Filter Function To filter relevant messages from of a number of logged activities of the Orion X, the Syslog Monitoring offers various filter options. To set and activate a filter, proceed as follows: 1. Set the desired filter option(s) by activating the respective checkbox(es). 2. Activate the filter settings by pressing the Filter button. 3. To deactivate an activated filter setting press the Clear button.
SERVICE AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT Service Information Maintenance and Repair This Unit does not contain any internal user-serviceable parts. In the event a Unit needs repair or maintenance, you must first obtain a Return Authorization (RA) number from Rose Electronics or an authorized repair center. This Return Authorization number must appear on the outside of the shipping container. See Limited Warranty for more information.
SAFETY The Orion X has been tested for conformance to safety regulations and requirements, and has been certified for international use. Like all electronic equipment, the Orion X should be used with care. To protect yourself from possible injury and to minimize the risk of damage to the Unit, read and follow these safety instructions. Follow all instructions and warnings marked on this Unit. Except where explained in this manual, do not attempt to service this unit yourself.
MAINTENANCE Maintenance The Orion X contains various components and assemblies that can be maintained by the user. All relevant components and assemblies are hot swappable and can be removed and exchanged during operation. The following exchangeable components can be found within the Orion X. Note: For a 24/7 operation, it is recommended to keep available as spare parts all relevant components of the matrix, including a chassis. Power Supply Units To replace power supply units, proceed as follows: 1.
TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting This section deals with troubleshooting possible problems on the Orion X matrix. The solutions outlined here are contingent on having a functional extender route. Please ensure before running the extenders with the matrix that they work in a peer-to-peer connection. This can be accomplished by the use of a Cat X or fiber coupler. This information can be found in the manuals of the respective extenders.
Failure at the matrix Problem Serial control not working or only partially working Serial control via RJ45 port not working USB 2.
APPENDICES Appendix A – General Specifications This section gives the general specifications for the Orion X connectors, pinouts, cables and dimensions. Interfaces The different types of possible connections, and any restrictions on them, are discussed here. DVI-D Single Link The video interface supports the DVI-D protocol. All signals that comply to DVI-D Single Link can be transmitted. This includes e.g. monitor resolutions such as 1920x1200@60Hz, Full HD (1080p) or 2K HD (up to 2048x1152).
Fiber SFP Type LC (Interconnect) The communication of fiber devices is performed via Gigabit SFPs that have to be connected to suitable fibers fitted with type LC connectors. Note: The correct function of the device can only be guaranteed with SFPs provided by the manufacturer. SFP modules can be damaged by electrostatic discharge (ESD). Please consider ESD handling specifications.
Fiber A point-to-point connection is necessary. Operation with multiple patch panels is allowed. Routing over active network components, such as Ethernet Hubs, Matrixes or Routers, is not allowed.
Connector Pinouts This section shows the pinouts for the connectors on the Orion X. CPU Board Connector DVI-D Single-Link Figure 86. CPU Board DVI-D Single Link Connector Pinouts Pin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Signal T.M.D.S data 2T.M.D.S data 2+ T.M.D.S data 2 GND n.c. n.c. DDC Input (SCL) DDC Output (SDA) Internal use Pin 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Signal T.M.D.S data 1T.M.D.S data 1+ T.M.D.S data 1 GND n.c. n.c. +5VDC high impedance GND Hot Plug recognition Pin 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Signal T.M.D.S data 0T.M.D.
RJ45 Figure 89. CPU Board RJ45 Connector Pinouts Pin 1 2 3 4 Signal D1+ D1D2+ n.c. Pin 5 6 7 8 Signal n.c. D2n.c. n.c. I/O Board This section shows the pinouts of the connectors that are present on the different I/O boards. CATx I/O Board with RJ45 Connector Figure 90. I/O Board RJ45 Connector Pinouts Pin 1 2 3 4 Signal D1+ D1D2+ D3+. Pin 5 6 7 8 Signal D3D2D4+ D4- SFP I/O Board with Fiber SFP Type LC Connector Figure 91.
Power Supply Voltage 100-240V~, 50-60Hz Power Requirement Orion X 288-port max. 202 W without I/O boards Orion X 160 port max. 188 W without I/O boards Orion X 80 port max. 99 W without I/O boards Orion X 48 port max. 94 W without I/O boards I/O Board max. 13 W Environmental Conditions Operating Temperature 41 to 113°F (5 to 45°C) Storage Temperature -13 to 140°F (-25 to 60°C) Relative Humidity Max. 80% non-condensing Size Orion X 288 port Matrix 19.0" x 22.8" x 12.0" (483 x 578 x 330 mm) Shipping Box 25.
Appendix B – Part numbers Orion X Unit Part # OXS-CH288-00 OXS-CH160-00 OXS-CH080-00 OXS-CH048-00 OXC-08-TP OXC-08-GBIC/8FM OXC-08-GBIC/8FS Description Orion X-288TM 288 Port Switch Frame w/Control Board, 2 power supplies, w/o I/O Cards Orion X-160TM 160 Port Switch Frame w/Control Board, 2 power supplies, w/o I/O Cards Orion X-80TM 80 Port Switch Frame w/Control Board, 1 power supply, w/o I/O Cards Orion X-48TM 48 Port Switch Frame w/Control Board, 1 power supply, w/o I/O Cards Orion X-SeriesTM I/O Boar
Orion X Transmitters Transmitters – CATx Part # OT2-SLDTXUD1D OT2-SLDTXUD1V OT2-SLDTXTD1D OT4-SLDTXTD1V OT2-SLDTXUD1D/AUD OT4-SLDTXUD1V/AUD OT4-SLDTXTD1D/AUD OT4-SLDTXTD2D/AUD OT4-SLDTXTD1V/AUD Description Orion X-Tender™, Transmitter Unit, DVI-D, USB HID, CATx Orion X-Tender™, Transmitter Unit, DVI-I (VGA), USB HID, CATx Orion X-Tender™, Transmitter Unit, DVI-D, USB HID, USB2.0, CATx Orion X-Tender™, Transmitter Unit, DVI-I (VGA), USB USB2.
