Belden ThinkLogical TLX12 User manual

Rev. E, Oct. 2019

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Table of Contents
PREFACE................................................................................................................................................v
About Thinklogical®...................................................................................................................... v
About This Product Manual..........................................................................................................vi
Note and Warning Symbols......................................................................................................vi
Class 1 Laser Information.........................................................................................................vi
SECTION 1: TLX SYSTEM FEATURES .................................................................................................1
The TLX12 Matrix Switch Design ................................................................................................. 2
Ordering Information ...................................................................................................................2
Design Features.......................................................................................................................3
Desktop or Rack Mount............................................................................................................3
Front Panel Display and Navigation Buttons.............................................................................3
Navigating the Menus...........................................................................................................4
The Button Panel..................................................................................................................4
Product Combatability ................................................................................................................16
The Power Supply Module .........................................................................................................16
The Processor - i.MX 6 QUAD (Freescale).................................................................................16
The Network Interfaces ................................................................................................................7
SNMP Support .............................................................................................................................7
NTP Support ................................................................................................................................8
System Log File Support..............................................................................................................8
Port Numbering............................................................................................................................8
The Digital Cross Point Switch .....................................................................................................9
TLX12 Technical Specifications....................................................................................................9
SECTION 2: SET-UP AND INSTALLATION.........................................................................................10
Contents.....................................................................................................................................10
Unpacking the TLX12 Matrix Switch...........................................................................................10
Connecting to the TLX12 Matrix Switch......................................................................................10
External Control CPU Minimum Requirements...........................................................................11
Pluggable SFP+ Modules...........................................................................................................11
Fiber-Optic Cable.......................................................................................................................12
TLX Extender Fiber-Optic Cable Configurations.....................................................................13
TLX Extender CATx Cable Configurations..............................................................................14
Routing Thinklogical Extenders through the TLX12...................................................................15
Connecting to a Receiver .......................................................................................................15
Connecting to a Tranmitter.....................................................................................................15
Connecting to a Control CPU ................................................................................................. 16
Linux Command Console (Console)........................................................................................... 17
ASCII API (RS-232 Settings)......................................................................................................17
Firmware.................................................................................................................................17
On Screen Display (OSD) - Firmware Option.........................................................................17
Order Of Installation Events ...................................................................................................17
Updates..................................................................................................................................17
System Reboot or Power Off at the Chassis...........................................................................18
System Shut-Down at the Command Line.............................................................................. 18
How To Remove And Replace A Power Supply .........................................................................19

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SECTION 3: REGULATORY & SAFETY REQUIREMENTS................................................................. 20
Symbols Found on Our Products................................................................................................ 20
Regulatory Compliance..............................................................................................................20
North America ........................................................................................................................20
Australia & New Zealand........................................................................................................ 20
European Union .....................................................................................................................20
Declaration of Conformity...................................................................................................20
Standards with Which Our Products Comply..............................................................................20
Supplementary Information ........................................................................................................21
Product Serial Number...........................................................................................................21
Connection to the Product...................................................................................................... 21
SECTION 4: HOW TO CONTACT US................................................................................................... 22
Customer Support......................................................................................................................22
Website..................................................................................................................................22
Email......................................................................................................................................22
Telephone..............................................................................................................................22
Fax.........................................................................................................................................22
Product Support .........................................................................................................................22
Warranty................................................................................................................................. 22
Return Authorization...............................................................................................................22
Our Addresses .......................................................................................................................22
Appendix A: TLX12 Quick Start Guide ...............................................................................................23
Appendix B: FPGA Program Update Procedure................................................................................24
Appendix C: Secure Applications....................................................................................................... 25
MADE IN USA

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PREFACE
About Thinklogical A BELDEN BRAND
Thinklogical, a Belden brand, is the leading manufacturer and provider of fiber-optic and
CATx video, KVM, audio, and peripheral extension and switching solutions used in video-rich,
big-data computing environments.
Thinklogical offers the only fiber-optic KVM Matrix Switches in the world that are
accredited to the Common Criteria EAL4, TEMPEST SDIP 24 Level B, and NATO
NIAPC Evaluation Scheme: GREEN and the U.S. DoD DISA JITC UCR 2013 APL
information assurance standards. And Thinklogical Velocity products are the first
system with both KVM and video matrix switching capabilities to be placed on the
Unified Capabilities Approved Product List (UC APL) under the Video Distribution
System (VDS) category.
Thinklogical products are designed and manufactured in the USA and are certified to
the ISO 9001:2015 standard.
Thinklogical is headquartered in Milford, Connecticut and is owned by Belden, Inc., St. Louis,
MO (http://www.belden.com). For more information about Thinklogical products and
services, please visit https://www.thinklogical.com.

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About this Product Manual
This product manual is divided into four sections: TLX System Features, Set-Up & Installation,
Regulatory & Safety Requirements and Thinklogical Support. These are sub-divided to help you find
the topics and procedures you are looking for. This manual also contains Appendices.
Section 1 –TLX System Features:Pg. 1. Details the features and functions of your equipment.
Section 2 –Set-Up and Installation:Pg. 10. Contains all the requirements and procedures
necessary to connect and install your equipment, including FPGA updates.
Section 3 –Safety & Regulatory Requirements:Pg. 20. Thinklogical®strongly recommends that
you read this section prior to starting the hardware assembly.
Section 4 –How to Contact Us: Pg. 22. Thinklogical provides the best customer support available.
If you have any questions or need to contact us for any reason, please refer to this section of the
manual.
Note and Warning Symbols
Throughout this manual you will notice certain symbols that bring your attention to important information.
These are Notes and Warnings. Examples are shown below.
Note: Important Notes appear in blue text preceded by a yellow exclamation point
symbol, as shown here.
A note is meant to call the reader’s attention to helpful or important information at a point in the text
that is relevant to the subject being discussed.
Warning! All Warnings appear in red text, followed by blue text, and preceded by a red
stop sign, as shown here.
A warning is meant to call the reader’s attention to critical information at a point in the text that is
relevant to the subject being discussed.
Class 1 Laser Information
The TL X12, like all Thinklogical ® products, is designedand identified as a Class 1 LASER product.
This means the maximum permissible exposure (MPE) cannot be exceeded when viewing the laser
with the naked eye or with the aid of typical magnifying optics (e.g. telescope or microscope).
CLASS 1 LASERS do not require any special
precautions under conditions of normal use.
SFP
Modules
Fiber-Optic
Cables
Class 1 Lasers

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Section 1: TLX System Features
The Logical Solution
The TLX12 is an ultra-compact 10G high performance non-blocking matrix switch that supports
full, uncompressed 4K video with full color depth at 60Hz frame rate for complete, end-to-end
routing of video and peripheral signals over multi-mode or single-mode fiber-optic cable in a
single 1 RU Chassis.
The TLX12 provides mission critical dependability and unrivalled signal integrity. Being protocol agnostic,
the switch supports DVI, SDI, HD-SDI, Dual-link DVI, Dual-link SDI, USB HID, USB 2.0 and audio.
The TLX12Matrix Switch is available with 12 LC-type fiber connectors or 12 RJ45 CATx connectors.
HYBRID SWITCHING SOLUTION
For Uncompressed, High Resolution Video & KVM Systems
Thinklogical’s TLX Matrix Switches are high performance, non-blocking switches for complete end-to-
end switching of video, audio and peripheral signals over multi-mode or single mode fiber-optic cable
or CATx cable.
TLX switches are protocol agnostic, supporting most video, audio and peripheral signals and allow users
to consolidate all system switching requirements in a single chassis. TLX Matrix Switches are ideal for
small or large system applications, with switch sizes ranging from 12 ports to 1280 ports. Each port
supports 10Gbps bandwidth, preserving signal integrity to provide uncompressed, high resolution video
with no artifacts, latency or lost frames. Thinklogical’s re-clocking technology ensures that every video
and data stream is delivered in perfect synchronization.
SECURITY
Creating physical separation between potential threats (users) and the target (secure data) is essential
to a secure system design. Thinklogical’s system permits users to access sources up to 80 kilometers
away, with no performance degradation. System administrators can safeguard sources in a
centralized location, allowing users to maintain remote access to the sources, but with no means to
breach the system, either accidentally or intentionally (such as downloading sensitive information onto a
USB drive).
PARTITIONED AND RESTRICTED SWITCHING
To protect data between multiple networks, partitioning allows the switch resources to be divided to
support more than one network without allowing switching between networks. Restricted switching
allows the administrator to manage access on a port-by-port basis. Partitioned and restricted switching is
enabled through the switch’s firmware, which means a threat would have to physically access the switch
to tamper with the settings. (See Appendix C, Secure Applications on 29.)
Note: CATx Matrix Switching applications do not offer an EAL4 rated level of security.
CATx is not available with the TLX80.

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THE TLX12 MATRIX SWITCH DESIGN
The ultra-compact design of the TLX12 10G Matrix Switch (sometimes referred to as a Switch or Router)
supports up to 12 ports of full, uncompressed 4K video with full color depth at 60Hz frame rate in a single
1 RU chassis for complete, end-to-end routing of video and peripheral signals over multi-mode or single-
mode fiber-optic cable or CATx cable, thus minimizing critical rack space.
Thinklogical’s TLX12 10G Matrix Switch includes:
•A 1 RU Chassis with 12 fiber-optic or 12 CATx Transmit/Receive Ports
•Front Panel LCD and Navigation Buttons
•Front Panel Source, Destination and Control Buttons
•Desktop or Rack Mountable
•Power Supply Module with over-current, over-voltage and over-temperature protection
•RS-232 and Console Serial Ports
•RJ45 LAN Port
•USB Mini-B Update Port
•Custom Button-less versions are operated through a GUI
TLX12 Matrix Switch Ordering Information
TLX-MSC-C00012 TLX Matrix Switch Chassis with 12 CATx Ports, 10G
TLX-MSC-M00012 TLX Matrix Switch Chassis with 12 Multi-Mode Fiber Ports, 10G
TLX-MSC-MV0012 TLX Matrix Switch Chassis with 12 Multi-Mode Fiber Ports, 6G+
TLX-MSC-S00012 TLX Matrix Switch Chassis with 12 Single-Mode Fiber Ports, 10G
TLX-MSC-SV0012 TLX Matrix Switch Chassis with 12 Single-Mode Fiber Ports, 6G+
TLX-MSC-M00A12 TLX Matrix Switch Chassis with 12 Multi-Mode Fiber Ports, 10G+ Custom
TLX-MSC-MV0A12 TLX Matrix Switch Chassis with 12 Multi-Mode Fiber Ports, 6G+ Custom
TLX-MSC-S00A12 TLX Matrix Switch Chassis with 12 Single-Mode Fiber Ports, 10G+ Custom
TLX-MSC-SV0A12 TLX Matrix Switch Chassis with 12 Single-Mode Fiber Ports, 6G+ Custom
(Custom versions are designated with A, B, C… in the part numbering system.)

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DESIGN FEATURES
Each TLX12 includes the following features:
•12 fiber or 12 CATx ports - In and Out, non-blocking matrix switching
•Each connection supports 10Gbps / 6.25 Gbps with re-clocking input
•Single-mode, multi-mode fiber and BNC coaxial capability
•Comprehensive system setup and control via Thinklogical’s Configurator software (included)
•Multicasting and macros supported
•SNMP control protocol
•Controllable via LAN or serial connection
Desktop or Rack Mount
You may choose to place your TLX12 Chassis on or under a shelf or desktop (rubber feet included,
under-desk mounting brackets, Kit ENCA000797, available), or rack mount it using the supplied EIA 19”
mounting brackets. In any mounting configuration, the front panel should be visible and unobstructed so
that the navigation buttons and LCD display are accessible. All connections are made on the rear of the
chassis. The TLX12 chassis does not need to be opened or accessed. The sturdy metal case allows
units to be stacked as needed (maximum of four units per stack, with a minimum of two inches of
clearance between stacks for adequate ventilation).
Front Panel Display and Navigation Buttons
The LCD and Navigation Buttons are used to view and modify System and Network settings, assign IP
addresses, monitor the temperature and fans, and to reboot or power down the unit. The TLX12 front-
panel LCD should be visible and accessible for system setup.
TLX12 FRONT PANEL
LCD & Navigation Buttons
Button Panel

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Navigating the Menus
Main Root Menus: Once the system is powered up, the initial chassis display is shown as follows:
Your Host Name
TLX12 Matrix Switch V1.02
Your chosen Host Name is listed on the first line of the display. The model and software version (VX.XX)
of the unit are displayed on the second line.
From the Main Menu, press the down arrow to:
•View System Menu: FPGA Version, Ambient Temp, Physical Temp, Alarm Status
•View Network Menu: IP Address. Network Mask, Gateway, MAC Address
•Program Network: IP Address. Network Mask, Gateway
•Reboot/Power Off: Press enter to reboot or power off the system (See pg. 18)
Alarms Displayed on the LCD
•Temperature: 0 = OK, 1 = exceeds 70° Celsius
•Card: 0 = OK, 1 = software or hardware failure
•Fans: 0x000 = All fans OK 0x010 = Fan 1 failure 0x008 = Fan 2 failure
0x004 = Fan 3 failure 0x002 = Fan 4 failure 0x001 = Fan 5 failure
The physical locations of Fans 1-5 inside the TLX12 Chassis
The Button Panel
The Button Panel is used to select sources and destinations, make new switch connections and to
review existing switch connections.
The Button Panel, located on the front of the TLX12, provides Matrix Switch control via the RS232
port’s API interface. The following pages provide a functional description of each of the 36
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SOURCES 1-12 Used to select any one of the 12 Matrix Switch
inputs. Only one input can be selected per action. (Pressing a
button illuminates it to confirm the selection.) A previously selected
input will be deselected upon selecting a new input. To deselect,
simply press the illuminated button and the button shall no longer
be illuminated/selected. When an input is selected, all the
corresponding connected DESTINATION ports shall illuminate,
reporting the full connection map of the selected input. If no
DESTINATION ports illuminate, then the input is not connected.
DESTINATIONS 1-12 Used to select Matrix Switch outputs. If an
input and output(s) are illuminated, then selecting another
output will enable an additional output to the connection map. If
no prior input or output(s) are illuminated, then selecting an output
will illuminate the corresponding connected input and output(s). To
deselect, simply press the illuminated button and the button shall no
longer be illuminated/selected.
TAKE In MANUAL mode (as opposed to AUTO mode),
connections/disconnections require pressing the TAKE
button. After the connection/disconnection is performed, the
selected SOURCE and DESTINATION(S) will no longer
remain illuminated.
AUTO In AUTO mode, connections are made or broken immediately after a DESTINATION button
is selected (so the TAKE button will not be required) or deselected (so the DISCONNECT button will
not be required).
•Any selection of an unilluminated DESTINATION while a SOURCE is selected (illuminated) will
cause that SOURCE to be connected to the DESTINATION.
•Pressing a DESTINATION while illuminated (which means it is connected to the currently
illuminated SOURCE) will cause that DESTINATION to be disconnected and no longer illuminated.
LOCK Press the LOCK button to disable the following action buttons: MACRO, SNAPSHOT,
AUTO, TAKE and DISCONNECT. Selecting the SOURCE or DESTINATION will continue to provide
connection status information only. Creating MACRO(S) and SNAPSHOT(S) will be performed in the
LOCK mode.
DISCONNECT In MANUAL mode, after illuminating a SOURCE and one or more DESTINATION (S),
press the DISCONNECT button to disconnect all illuminated DESTINATION (S) from the illuminated
SOURCE. After the disconnect is performed, the selected SOURCE and DESTINATION (S) will no
longer remain illuminated.
BIDIRECTIONAL This is a special TAKE button which supports full duplex connectivity. For
example, in MANUAL mode when SOURCE 1 and DESTINATION 2 are illuminated, pressing the
BIDIRECTIONAL button connects both the selected SOURCE 1 to DESTINATION 2 as well as
SOURCE 2 to DESTINATION 1.
LED TEST Runs an automatic test of all LEDs collectively and individually for color and functionality.
MACRO nWhen in LOCK mode, holding one of the MACRO buttons for >5 seconds will capture
currently connected DESTINATION (s) (but not those that are disconnected). When in NORMAL mode,
selecting that MACRO button will ‘add’ the MACRO connections to the existing connection map.
Source 1 is connected to
Destinations 1, 2 & 3.
Pressing Destination 4 when the
LEDs are lit adds it to Source 1’s
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SNAPSHOT nWhen in LOCK mode, holding one of the SNAPSHOT buttons for >5 seconds will
capture the full connection map including those DESTINATION(S) that are disconnected. When in
NORMAL mode, pressing that SNAPSHOT button will replace all the connections with the SNAPSHOT
connection map (not an additive action).
RESET The reset button is recessed behind the front panel and can be pressed with a fine tipped tool.
This will reset the entire unit and is used only in extreme cases. Preferred ways of resetting the unit
use the front panel menus.
PRODUCT COMPATIBILTY
TLX Matrix Switches are compatible with the following Thinklogical®products:
•Single & Multi-Mode TLX 10G KVM and Video Extenders (10G to 10G only)
•Single & Multi-Mode Velocity 6G KVM and Video Extenders (6G to 6G only)
•SDI Xtreme 3G+ Extenders
•Configurator / Hot-Key Manager / System Management Interface
•Standard VX Matrix Switch ASCII Interface (via RS-232 port or via Network port)
•Standard VX Matrix Switch IP Address Configuration Procedure
•Standard VX Matrix Switch SNMP Traps
THE POWER SUPPLY MODULE
The TLX12 Power Supply is a high efficiency, 650-watt supply
(100-240VAC, 50-60Hz input) with a 12V main output and a
12V standby. The supply includes an internal cooling fan,
status LEDs on the outer panel and over-current, over-voltage
and over-temperature protection. The supply is NOT hot
pluggable. (See pg. 18 for the Poweroff procedure.)
THE PROCESSOR –i.MX 6 QUAD (Freescale)
The Processor platform key features:
•ARM Cortex-A9 MPCore 4 x CPU
•Memory Interfaces
➢64-Bit DDR3-1066
➢SD (Memory Card Specification, v3.0 including high-capacity SDHC cards up to 32 GB.
➢Serial NAND Flash (SPI)
➢SATA II, 3.0 Gbps HDD
➢EIM Bus (FPGA Parallel Bus I/F)
•HDMI 1.4 port
•USB 2.0 Host (2 ports)
•UART (4 ports)
•Gigabit Ethernet Controller (RGMII)
•GPIO (32 bits)
•I2C Masters (3 ports)
•Internal 100 Megabit Ethernet Interface for Controller to Controller communications

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THE NETWORK INTERFACES
The default subnet used by the TLX12 is 192.168.13.xxx. Users may change to their own subnet by
reconfiguring the switch’s network startup.
This is detailed in the document: Manual_How_To_Change_A_TLX_Matrix_Switch’s_IP_Address
The switch uses several network ports for control and status. Port 17567 accepts commands to control
the switch.
The command API is described in the document: Manual_TLX_Matrix_Switch_ASCII_API_V5
There are other ports that can be read to access system configuration and operating data. The actual
data format varies by model and is described in the following sections. There are five blocks of data
available for reading.
These ports are documented in: Manual_TLX_Matrix_Switch_Interfaces
1. Switch connection status (broadcast over port 17564 every few seconds)
•The primary CPU IP address
•First port number in this block
•Last port number in this block
•'N' port number values
2. Port settings (UDP port 17565, matrix switch localhost only)
•Port output level value
•Port input enable status
•Input port number (big-endian format)
3. Hardware sensor status (TCP port 17566)
•Reserved for future use.
4. Inventory and Power Supply Status (TCP port 17600)
•Card Inventory
•Power Supply Status (internal TL use only)
•Switch card temperature readings
5. I/O data (TCP port 17601)
Refer to the document: Manual_TLX_Matrix_Switch_Interfaces
6. Service Request (LOS) Signaling (UDP port 17560)
The TLX12 10G Matrix Switch can broadcast a message over the network when a remote receiver
requests attention. When enabled, the receiver will toggle its TX pin, causing a LOS (loss of signal)
event to occur at the switch. When detected, the switch broadcasts an 'Attention Request' message over
the network. This message contains the IP address of the switch and the port number that detected the
request. It is left up to an external system to detect, decode and act upon this request.
•32-bits, switch 's primary IP address
•16-bits, set to 0
•16-bits, port number (list starts from 1, not 0)
•16-bits, key code in bits 0 - 7, 0x00 and 0xff are ignored
SNMP SUPPORT
The switch can be monitored via SNMP Simple Network Management Protocol (supports version V2c
and V3 USM). Please call our technical support staff at 1-203-647-8700 for downloadable MIB
Management Information Base definition files.
There are certain entries in the SNMP configuration file (/etc/snmp/snmpd.conf)that users may
wish to modify:
•syslocation Text to aid in locating the unit
•syscontact Name/ Phone/ Email address of a contact
•trap2sink IP address/ Name of a system to receive SNMP traps

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The default name used by trap2sink is 'snmp.trap' and is defined in the file /etc/hosts as pointing to
127.0.0.1. The easiest method to change the trap address is to modify the /etc/hosts entry and not
change the trap2sink setting in the configuration file. Users may have multiple trap2sink entries in the
configuration file to specify multiple trap destinations. See: Manual_TLX_Matrix_Switch_SNMP_Traps
NTP SUPPORT
NTP, or Network Time Protocol, is used to keep the internal clock on the switch set to the correct
time. By enabling this service, users keep the switch’s clock synchronized to an external time reference.
To use the service, users must have a time server running on their network or allow the switch to access
a public time server. NTP configuration is contained in the file /etc/ntp.conf
Details about NTP configuration may be found at:
http://tldp.org/LDP/sag/html/basic-ntp-config.html
SYSTEM LOG FILES SUPPORT
The switch records system events into files located in the directory /var/log/. If you wish to preserve
log files, you may redirect the logs to another system(s). This is a standard feature of Linux's rsyslogd
program. Redirection is enabled by entries in rsyslog configuration files located in /etc/rsyslog.d/
Details about syslog configuration file entries may be found at: http://www.rsyslog.com/doc/
SERIAL/RS-232 INTERFACES
The TLX12 has two RS-232 serial ports. One is for the Linux command line interface (labeled
CONSOLE), and the other is for the switch's ASCII command interface (labeled RS232.
Linux Command Console (Console)
•Baud Rate: 115200
•Data Bits: 8
•Parity: none
•Stop Bits: 1
•Flow Control: none
•DB9 DCE
➢A straight cable is needed to connect to a PC (not a null-modem).
ASCII API (RS232)
•Baud Rate: 9600
•Data Bits: 8
•Parity: none
•Stop Bits: 1
•Flow Control: XON/XOFF (Software)
•DB9 DCE
➢A straight cable is needed to connect to a PC (not a null-modem).
PORT NUMBERING
Port numbering starts with Port 1 on the left. Each port has a number designation, 1 through 12, printed
below it for easy reference.

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THE DIGITAL CROSSPOINT SWITCH
The Digital Crosspoint Switch is a non-blocking, asynchronous switch that can connect any input to any
output of Thinklogical’s TLX, VX and MX Matrix Switches. Video and Data signals are routed in both
directions and the data stream is de-multiplexed at the receiver to deliver uncompressed, high resolution
video, audio and peripheral data at the end-user’s workstation.
TLX12 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
PHYSICAL
TLX12 Chassis
Dimensions:
Rack Size: EIA 19.00" (482.6 mm)
Height (1 RU): 1.75” (44.5 mm)
Depth: 15.50" (393.7 mm)
Width: 17.47" (443.7 mm)
Weight (Fiber or CATx): 11.0 lbs. (5.0 kg)
Shipping Weight: 15.0 lbs. (6.8 kg)
Ports
12 fiber or 12 CATx
ENVIRONMENTAL
Temperature
Operating: 0° to 50°C (32°F to 122°F) Ambient
Storage: -20°C to 70°C (-4°F to 158°F)
Humidity
Operating: 5% to 95%, non-condensing
Storage: Unlimited
Altitude
Operating: Thinklogical components are rated to 1000m max. elevation.
Max. operating temp. de-rates by 3% for every 330m > 1000m
Storage: Unlimited
ELECTRICAL
Input Rating
100-240VAC, 1.5A, 50-60Hz (current to nearest 0.1A)
Max. DC Power
Consumption
Equal to max. output of a single Power Supply.
THERMAL
Heat load (BTU/HR): Equal to DC Power consumption x 3.1412
REGULATORY
US/Canada EN 90650, FCC 47 CFR Part 15, ICES, CE
WARRANTY
One Year from date of shipment. Extended warranties available.

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Section 2: Set-Up & Installation
Contents
When you receive your Thinklogical®TLX12 KVM Matrix Switch, you should find the following
items in the quantities specified in your order:
•TLX12 Chassis (includes 1 Power Module)
•Power Cord –PWR-000006-R (International connections may differ)
•Product Manual CD
•Product Quick Start Guide
Unpacking the TLX12 Matrix Switch
The TLX12 Matrix Switch is designed to be mounted in a standard EIA 19” rack. All physical
connections to the product use industry-standard connectors. Non-supplied cables that may be needed
are commercially available. All connections are found on the rear of the unit.
1Carefully remove the TLX12 from its shipping package and inspect it to make certain that it is in good
condition.
2Ensure that all the SFP modules are sealed with a removable dust plug.
3Verify that the power supply is fully seated in the chassis and that the locking latch is secure.
4When the device has been inspected and found to be in suitable condition, the installation process
can begin.
Connecting to the TLX12 Matrix Switch
Thinklogical’s line of TLX Extenders come in both fiber-optic cable and CATx cable versions.
Thinklogical’s proprietary multiplexing technology combines video, audio and peripheral data on a single
data stream for up to 80km over a single fiber or up to 100m over a single CATx cable.
TLX Matrix Switches are compatible with the following Thinklogical®products:
•Single & Multi-Mode TLX 10G KVM and Video Extenders (10G to 10G only)
•Single & Multi-Mode Velocity 6G KVM and Video Extenders (6G to 6G only)
•SDI Xtreme 3G+ Extenders
•Configurator / Hot-Key Manager / System Management Interface
•Standard VX Matrix Switch ASCII Interface (via RS-232 port or via Network port)
•Standard VX Matrix Switch IP Address Configuration Procedure
•Standard VX Matrix Switch SNMP Traps

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External Control CPU Minimum Requirements
The External Control CPU must meet the following minimum requirements (including requirements
for using Thinklogical’s System Management Portfolio):
•System Management Interface package requires Debian 32 or 64 bit.
•Configurator and Hot Key Manager run on Linux (RedHat 32 & 64 bit,
Debian 32 & 64 bit or Windows XP, 7, and 8).
•RAM (minimum): Linux: 1GB Windows: 4GB OSX: 4GB
•VIDEO: Works with all video adapters. (Not required if the computer is used as a headless server.)
•KEYBOARD/MOUSE: Works with any keyboard/mouse/touchpad. (Not required if the computer is
used as a headless server.)
•NETWORK: One port minimum, although two ports are recommended for security considerations.
•DISK SPACE: Thinklogical programs typically use less than 40 MB.
•SERIAL PORT: 1 optional RS-232 serial port (Crestron/AMX serial access)
Pluggable SFP+ Modules
Each Fiber-Optic Chassis contains rows of SFP+ modules that serve
as the fiber-optic couplers for the fiber cables to and from the
Thinklogical Transmitter and Receiver Extenders.
The SFP+ Optical Module is an 8Gbs Short-Wavelength Transceiver
designed for use in bi-directional Fiber-Optic Channel links. The
modules have LC-type connectors, are hot-pluggable and operate
on 3.3VDC.
Always use dust caps to protect against dust and damage when
a fiber-optic connector is not attached to its coupling device
(fiber-optic equipment, bulkheads, etc.). All Thinklogical Matrix
Switch SFPs are fully populated with dust plugs upon shipment.
Note: It is good practice to immediately install dust plugs in unused SFP modules and on
the ferrules of unconnected fiber-optic cables.
Each fiber-optic TLX12 Chassis has 12 SFP+
Modules, each mounted within a grounded
metal enclosure. Each SFP is locked into its
enclosure with a built-in latch handle that can be
opened for removal or locked for installation
(right).
The latch handle spans the two LC ports. Arrows
printed on the handle indicate which port is an
INPUT ( ) and which is an OUTPUT ( ).
SFP+ Latch Closed SFP+ Latch Open

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LC-Type Fiber-Optic Cable
Installing Fiber-Optic Cable: The TLX12
switching matrix connects any SFP’s optical
output port (Transmit) to any other SFP’s optical
input port (Receive) with LC-type connectors.
OPTICAL OUTPUT PORT (Transmit)
OPTICAL INPUT PORT (Receive)
Requirements: Thinklogical recommends LC-type, SX+ Laser Enhanced (50 or 62.5µm) fiber for your
TLX12 KVM Matrix Switch and Velocity Extension System. Multi-mode fiber can extend up to a
maximum of 400m and Single-mode fiber can extend up to 80km.
T R T R
LC LC
◄Transmit◄Receive
Handling Fiber-Optic Cable: Unlike copper cabling, fiber-optic cable requires special handling.
A small speck of dust or a scratch to the ferrule tip (the end of the connector) can attenuate the
optical signal, rendering the cable inoperable.
Warning! The ends of the connectors
(the ferrule) should never come in
contact with any foreign object,
including fingertips. Always install a
dust cap on the ferrule of any unused
fiber immediately to protect the tip.
Dust cap installed on the ferrule.
Warning! Minimum bend diameter must
be no less than 3”. Be careful not to
kink or pinch the fiber when using ties.
Always follow the manufacturer’s
installlation instructions.
3"

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TLX Extender Fiber-Optic Cable Configurations
INGLE VIDEO MODULES
DUAL VIDEO MODULES
Note: On Dual Video models, SFPs 1 & 2 are Video 1 and SFPs 3 & 4 are Video 2.

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TLX Extender CATx Cable Configurations
There are currently several versions of CATx (category 5/5a/6/6a/etc.) cables on the market.
Thinklogical recommends using a minimum of CAT6 for your TLX KVM Matrix Switch and
Extension System (CAT6a 23 AWG recommended). All cables CAT6 or higher can extend up to a
maximum of 100m.