Black Box ACU5600A-SM User manual

Extend high resolution digital video, USB, audio
and serial signals reliably up to 2.5 miles.
Uses fiber optic links to ensure immunity from interference.
LRXI Industrial Fiber Extender
ACU5600A-SM
ACU5600A-MM
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Federal Communications Commission and Industry Canada Radio Frequency Interference
Statements
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy, and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio communication. It has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules,
which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference, in which case the user at his own
expense will be required to take whatever measures may be necessary to correct the interference.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emission from digital apparatus set out in the Radio
Interference Regulation of Industry Canada.
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de
la classe A prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique publié par Industrie Canada.
Disclaimer:
Black Box Network Services shall not be liable for damages of any kind, including, but not limited to, pmoduleive, consequential or cost of cover damages,
resulting from any errors in the product information or specifications set forth in this document and Black Box Network Services may revise this document at any
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Instrucciones de Seguridad
(Normas Oficiales Mexicanas Electrical Safety Statement)
1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado.
2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para referencia futura.
3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones de operación deben ser respetadas.
4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas.
5. El aparato eléctrico no deberá ser usado cerca del agua—por ejemplo, cerca de la tina de baño, lavabo, sótano mojado o cerca
de una alberca, etc.
6. El aparato eléctrico debe ser usado únicamente con carritos o pedestales que sean recomendados por el fabricante.
7. El aparato eléctrico debe ser montado a la pared o al techo sólo como sea recomendado por el fabricante.
8. Servicio—El usuario no debe intentar dar servicio al equipo eléctrico más allá a lo descrito en las instrucciones de operación.
Todo otro servicio deberá ser referido a personal de servicio calificado.
9. El aparato eléctrico debe ser situado de tal manera que su posición no interfiera su uso. La colocación del aparato eléctrico
sobre una cama, sofá, alfombra o superficie similar puede bloquea la ventilación, no se debe colocar en libreros o gabinetes
que impidan el flujo de aire por los orificios de ventilación.
10. El equipo eléctrico deber ser situado fuera del alcance de fuentes de calor como radiadores, registros de calor, estufas u otros
aparatos (incluyendo amplificadores) que producen calor.
11. El aparato eléctrico deberá ser connectado a una fuente de poder sólo del tipo descrito en el instructivo de operación, o como
se indique en el aparato.
12. Precaución debe ser tomada de tal manera que la tierra fisica y la polarización del equipo no sea eliminada.
13. Los cables de la fuente de poder deben ser guiados de tal manera que no sean pisados ni pellizcados por objetos colocados
sobre o contra ellos, poniendo particular atención a los contactos y receptáculos donde salen del aparato.
14. El equipo eléctrico debe ser limpiado únicamente de acuerdo a las recomendaciones del fabricante.
15. En caso de existir, una antena externa deberá ser localizada lejos de las lineas de energia.
16. El cable de corriente deberá ser desconectado del cuando el equipo no sea usado por un largo periodo de tiempo.
17. Cuidado debe ser tomado de tal manera que objectos liquidos no sean derramados sobre la cubierta u orificios de ventilación.
18. Servicio por personal calificado deberá ser provisto cuando:
A: El cable de poder o el contacto ha sido dañado; u
B: Objectos han caído o líquido ha sido derramado dentro del aparato; o
C: El aparato ha sido expuesto a la lluvia; o
D: El aparato parece no operar normalmente o muestra un cambio en su desempeño; o
E: El aparato ha sido tirado o su cubierta ha sido dañada.

Table of Contents
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Contents
1. Specifications.............................................................................................................................................................................. 6
2. Welcome.................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
2.1 LRXI Industrial Fiber Extender features .............................................................................................................................. 8
3. Locations.................................................................................................................................................................................. 10
3.1 Connections.................................................................................................................................................................... 10
3.2 Fiber optic link .................................................................................................................................................................11
3.3 Local unit video link.........................................................................................................................................................13
3.4 Local unit audio links .......................................................................................................................................................13
3.5 Local unit USB link .......................................................................................................................................................... 14
3.6 Local unit serial link......................................................................................................................................................... 14
3.7 Local unit management port link .....................................................................................................................................15
3.8 Local unit power connection .......................................................................................................................................... 16
3.9 Remote unit video display............................................................................................................................................... 18
3.10 Remote unit audio devices ............................................................................................................................................ 19
3.11 Remote unit USB devices............................................................................................................................................... 20
3.12 Remote unit serial link ................................................................................................................................................... 21
3.13 Remote unit power connection..................................................................................................................................... 22
4. Accessing the management application ................................................................................................................................... 24
4.1 To access the management application........................................................................................................................... 24
4.2 To temporarily connect a computer to the network port................................................................................................ 24
4.3 The Configure page........................................................................................................................................................ 25
4.4 The Maintenance page................................................................................................................................................... 26
5. Operation................................................................................................................................................................................. 28
5.1 Indicators ........................................................................................................................................................................ 28
5.2 Resetting a unit .............................................................................................................................................................. 29
Appendix A. Options port pin-out ............................................................................................................................................... 30
Appendix B. Open source licenses................................................................................................................................................ 31
Appendix C. Safety Information ................................................................................................................................................... 32

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1. Specifications
Approvals: CE, FCC
Hardware Compatibility: All computers with DVI-D digital video and USB interfaces
Software Compatibility: Operates with all known software and operating systems including
Windows®, Linux®, Unix®, BSD, all Sun®OS, all Mac®OS, NetWare®, etc.
Operating Temperature: 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C)

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2. Welcome
Thank you for choosing the LRXI Industrial Fiber Extender (ACU5600A) units. Using fiber optic links, these compact units allow you
to transfer the multiple connections listed below up to 2.5 miles (4 kilometers) from a host computer (see Transmission distances
below).
The high grade screening employed within the metal cased enclosures combined with the immunity from interference of the fiber
optic links make the LRXI Industrial Fiber Extender units highly suitable for use in ‘noisy’ industrial environments.
LRXI Industrial Fiber Extender units provide support for:
• High quality single- or dual-link DVI digital video (up to 2560 x 2048 @60Hz),
• USB keyboard and mouse plus two other USB devices (up to USB 2.0),
• An RS232 serial device at speeds up to 115200 baud,
• Mono microphone,
• Stereo speakers,
• Line-level audio in/out connections.
The LRXI Industrial Fiber Extender units are totally transparent in operation, leaving you free to use your computer as though
you’re still sitting next to it.
LRXI Extender
Local
unit
LRXI Extender
Remote
unit
One dual-link DVI-D display
Four USB devices
One RS232 serial device
Stereo speakers plus micr
ophone
Local Remote
Fiber optic link
(up to 4km)
Transmission distances
The choice of fiber used with the LRXI Industrial Fiber Extender units has a considerable effect
on the distance over which operation can take place. Using multi-mode fiber you can achieve
distances up to 400m (1,312 feet); whereas, by using single-mode fiber (and accompanying SFP
modules), the achievable maximum distance is increased to 2.5 miles (4km):
SFP
module
SFP bar
color
Fiber
color
Distance Fiber type Fiber color code SFP module SFP bar color
70m OM1 (TIA-492AAAA) Orange SFP-MM-LC-4G Black
150m OM2 (TIA-492AAAB) Orange SFP-MM-LC-4G Black
380m OM3 (TIA-492AAAC) Aqua SFP-MM-LC-4G Black
400m OM4 (TIA-492AAAC) Aqua SFP-MM-LC-4G Black
4km OS1 (TIA-492C000) Yellow SFP-SM-LC-4G Blue
OS2 (TIA-492E000) Yellow SFP-SM-LC-4G Blue

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PWRUSB VIDLNK
LINK
LRXI Fiber Extender
FIBERKVM EXTENSION
LOCAL
OPTIONS
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INDOOR USEONLY
2.1 LRXI Industrial Fiber Extender features
The local and remote units are contained within slimline metal casings that measure just 169 x 120 x 31mm.
SFP slot
Accommodates
a fiber optic SFP
module of your
choice. See Fiber
optic link for
further details.
Recessed reset
button
See Resetting a
unit.
Status indicators
These provide visual confirmation
of various system functions. See
Indicators for further details.
Power input
See Local unit power
connection for further
details.
Management port
This Ethernet connection allows
remote management of the
LRXI units. See Local unit
management port link for further
details.
Options port
Used for RS232
serial devices. See
Local unit serial
link for further
details.
Video port
Connects to the DVI-D
video output port of your
computer. See Local unit
video link for further
details.
USB port
Connects to a USB port
on your computer. See
Local unit USB link for
further details.
Audio ports
Connects to the audio
output/input ports of your
computer. See Local unit
audio links for further
details.
2.1.1 Local unit

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USB ports
Connect your USB
keyboard, mouse
and other devices.
See Remote unit
USB devices for
further details.
Status indicators
These provide
visual confirmation
of various system
functions. See
Indicators for
further details.
Power input
See Remote
unit power
connection for
further details.
USB ports
Connect your USB
keyboard, mouse and
other devices. See
Remote unit USB
devices for further
details.
Options port
Used for RS232
serial devices. See
Remote unit
serial link for
further details.
Video port
Connects to
your DVI-D video
display. See
Remote unit
video display for
further details.
Audio ports
Connect your microphone
and headphones. See
Remote unit audio devices
for further details.
2.1.2 Remote unit
SFP slot
Accommodates
a fiber optic SFP
module of your
choice. See Fiber
optic link for
further details.
Audio ports
Connect your
microphone and
speakers. See
Remote unit audio
devices for further
details.
Recessed reset
button
See Resetting a
unit.

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3. Locations
Please consider the following important points when planning the position of the LRXI Industrial Fiber Extender units:
• Situate the local unit close to the system to which it will be connected and near to a source of mains power. Place the
remote unit in similar close proximity to the peripherals that it will connect with, plus a source of mains power.
• Consult the precautions listed within the Safety information section.
• Connections do not need to be carried out in the order given within this guide, however, where possible connect the power
in as a final step.
3.1 Connections
Installation involves linking the LRXI Local unit to various ports on the host computer, while the LRXI Remote unit is attached to
your peripherals.

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3.2 Fiber optic link
Each pair of LRXI Industrial Fiber Extenders are supplied together with SFP fiber optic units of your choice (single or multi-mode).
The fiber optic cable used must match the SFP type and also be of a suitable type for the distance being covered. See
Transmission distances for details.
Note: In order to maintain a high level of confidence in the fiber optic link, the SFP’s used must be those supplied by Black Box.
If alternative parts are used, the system will detect this and will flash the front panel LNK indicator.
3.2.1 To make the fiber optic link
IMPORTANT: Ensure the power supply is off/disconnected before inserting or removing an SFP module.
1 Remove the SFP module from its protective packing and insert it fully into the empty slot on the LRXI unit. The LRXI local
unit slot is located on the front panel; the LRXI remote unit slot is situated on the rear panel.
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LINK
2 Repeat for the other SFP module on the other LRXI unit.
3 For each SFP module, remove the black rubber insert that protects the sensors.
4 If fitted, remove the dual inserts that protect the fiber optic connector.
5 Insert the fiber optic connector into the SFP module so that it clicks into place.
Local unit
front panel
6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 at the other end.
Local unit
front panel
Remote
unit rear
panel
Remote
unit rear
panel
LINK
12V 1.5
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LINK

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3.2.2 To remove an SFP module
1 If fitted, remove the fiber optic connector from the SFP module (press down on the upper tab of the fiber optic connector to
release it).
2 Unclip the small wire extraction lever and open it out (this action releases a locking tab and also provides a grip point).
3 Gently pull on the extraction lever to withdraw the SFP module from the slot.
4 If the SFP module and/or fiber optic connector will remain unused for any period of time, be sure to fit the protective inserts
to keep the optical interfaces clean.

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3.4 Local unit audio links
The LRXI Industrial Fiber Extender units support stereo audio in and out connections. Where necessary, make connections
between the audio input and/or output ports of the host computer and the local unit.
3.4.1 To connect the audio ports
1 For the line in and/or line out ports, connect the supplied audio link cable between the audio port on the local unit rear
panel and the line in or line out socket of the host computer.
3.3 Local unit video link
LRXI Industrial Fiber Extender units can support various high resolution video modes via the Dual-Link DVI-D port, see Video reso-
lutions below for details.
3.3.1 To connect the video port
1 Connect the supplied digital video (plus USB) link cable between the DVI-D socket on the local unit rear panel and the DVI-D
video output socket of the host computer.
From video output
port on the host
computer
INDOOR
From the audio output
on the host computer
OPTIONS
To the audio input on
the host computer
Video resolutions
The LRXI Industrial Fiber Extender units
support, but are not limited to, the fol-
lowing common video resolutions:
1920 x 1080 (HD)
1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
2560 x 1080
2560 x 1440 (WQHD)
2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
2560 x 2048 (QSXGA)
2048 x 2160

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OPTIONS
3.6 Local unit serial link
The Options port provides an RS232 serial connection with the remote unit. When serial devices are attached to the Options ports
on the local and remote units, the units transparently convey the signals between them, via the fiber optic link, at rates up to
115200 baud - no serial configuration is required. An optional serial cable is available from Black Box.
3.6.1 To connect the serial port
1 Use the optional serial cable to link the Options port on the rear panel of the local unit with a vacant RS232 serial port on
your host computer.
Please see Appendix A for pin-out details of the Options port.
From the serial port of
your host computer
3.5 Local unit USB link
The local unit requires a single USB connection to the host computer; this allows the remote unit to operate as a USB 2.0 hub
with four ports.
3.5.1 To connect the USB port
1 Connect the type B connector of the supplied USB/video cable to the USB port on the rear panel of the local unit.
12V 1.5A
INDOOR USE ONLY
2 Connect the type A connector of the cable to a vacant USB port on the host computer.
USB link from the
host computer

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3.7 Local unit management port link
The management port, located on the local unit, allows the unit to be connected to a standard Ethernet 10/100 network in order
to allow remote monitoring and management functions to take place.
3.7.1 To connect the management port
1 Connect a standard CATx patch lead between the port on the rear panel of the local unit and a standard network switch.
From a
standard
network switch
By default, the IP address is set to 192.168.1.22. If required, you can change the default IP address or alternatively, choose
automated address selection by DHCP server. For details, please see the Configuration section.

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3.8 Local unit power connection
There is no on/off switch on either of the LRXI Industrial Fiber Extender units, so operation begins as soon as power is applied.
The power adapters supplied with the units use locking-type plugs to help prevent accidental disconnections; please follow the
instructions shown on the right whenever disconnecting a power adapter.
3.8.1 To connect the power adapter
1 Attach the output plug of the supplied power adapter to the power input socket on the right side of the rear panel.
2 Connect the IEC connector of the supplied country-specific power cord to the socket of the power adapter.
3 Connect the power cord to a nearby mains supply socket.
From the
power adapter
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INDOOR USE ONLY
3.8.2 To disconnect the power adapter
1 Isolate the power adapter from the mains supply.
2 Grasp the outer body of the power adapter plug where it connects with the unit.
3 Gently pull the body of the outer plug away from the unit. As the body of the plug slides back, it will release from the
socket and you can fully withdraw the whole plug.
IMPORTANT: Please read and adhere to the electrical safety information given within the Safety information section of this
guide. In particular, do not use an unearthed power socket or extension cable.
Note: Both the units and the power supplies generate heat when in operation and will become warm to the touch. Do not
enclose them or place them in locations where air cannot circulate to cool the equipment. Do not operate the equipment in ambi-
ent temperatures exceeding 40 degrees Centigrade. Do not place the products in contact with equipment whose surface temper-
ature exceeds 40 degrees Centigrade.
Gently pull back the plug outer
body to release the lock

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3.9 Remote unit video display
A Dual-Link DVI-D port is provided on the rear panel of the remote unit. The LRXI units can support various high resolution video
modes, see Video resolutions for details.
3.9.1 To connect the video display
1 Connect the DVI-D video cable from your video display to the video output port on the rear panel of the remote unit.
3.9.2 EDID management
The EDID (Extended Display Identification Data) is read from the connected video display at the remote unit; it is then transferred
to, and stored within, the local unit and then declared to the host computer. If the video display is removed then the cloned EDID
stored at the local unit will still be presented to the video source.
From your
video display
INDO

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3.10 Remote unit audio devices
The LRXI Industrial Fiber remote unit can support multiple audio devices, such as stereo headphones, a mono microphone or line-
level in/out connections.
3.10.1 To connect audio devices
1 Connect stereo headphones and/or a mono microphone to the 3.5mm jack audio sockets on the front panel of the remote
unit.
From stereo headphones
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2 Optionally use the rear panel 3.5mm jack audio sockets to connect line-level in or out connections from audio devices, such as
powered speakers.
From mono microphone
To line in port of audio device
From line out port of audio device
Note: If the microphone port on the front panel is used, the unit will disconnect the Line In port on the rear panel.

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3.11 Remote unit USB devices
The remote unit contains a USB hub that can support up to four v2.0 or v1.1 USB devices (in any combination). All four USB sock-
ets are identical in operation.
3.11.1 To connect USB devices
1 Connect your USB keyboard, mouse and any other two USB devices to the four sockets distributed on the front and rear
panels of the remote unit.
From USB
devices
Front panel
LN
From USB
devices
Rear panel