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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................................................................................................. 6
Installation ......................................................................................................................................................................................................6
Repair...............................................................................................................................................................................................................6
1. SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................................................................................................................... 7
1.1 Inter faces ..................................................................................................................................................................................................7
1.1.1 DVI -D Single -Link ................................................................................................................................................................................................7
1.1.2 USB-HID ................................................................................................................................................................................................................7
1.1.3 RJ-45 (Network)..................................................................................................................................................................................................7
1.1.4 RJ-45 (Serial).......................................................................................................................................................................................................7
1.1.5 RJ-45 (Interconnect) ..........................................................................................................................................................................................8
1.1.6 Fiber SFP Type LC (Interconnect)....................................................................................................................................................................8
1.1.7 SDI (Interconnect) ...............................................................................................................................................................................................8
1.2 Interconnect Cable...................................................................................................................................................................................8
1.2.1 CATx ..................................................................................................................................................................................................8
1.2.2 Fiber..................................................................................................................................................................................................9
1.2.3 Coaxial ............................................................................................................................................................................................10
1.3 Connector Pinouts .................................................................................................................................................................................10
1.3.1 CPU Board..........................................................................................................................................................................................................10
1.3.2 I/O Port CATx.....................................................................................................................................................................................................11
1.3.3 I/O Port SFP ......................................................................................................................................................................................................12
1.3.4 I/O Port SDI........................................................................................................................................................................................................12
1.4 Power Supply .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
1.5 Environmental Conditions .....................................................................................................................................................................13
1.6 Dimensions .............................................................................................................................................................................................14
1.7 Shipping Weight......................................................................................................................................................................................14
1.8 MTBF .......................................................................................................................................................................................................14
2. OVERVIEW.................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
2.1 Application..............................................................................................................................................................................................16
2.2 Access Options ......................................................................................................................................................................................16
2.3 System Overview....................................................................................................................................................................................17
2.4 Product Range........................................................................................................................................................................................18
2.5 Options....................................................................................................................................................................................................18
2.6 Device Views...........................................................................................................................................................................................20
2.6.1 576-Port Chassis (ACX576, ACX576S)........................................................................................................................................................20
2.6.2 288-Port Chassis (ACX288)...........................................................................................................................................................................21
2.6.3 160-Port Chassis (ACX160)...........................................................................................................................................................................23
2.6.4 80-Port Chassis (ACX080).............................................................................................................................................................................24
2.6.5 48-Port Chassis (ACX048).............................................................................................................................................................................25
2.7 Diagnostics and Status..........................................................................................................................................................................26
2.7.1 Status LEDs........................................................................................................................................................................................................26
2.7.2 Port Status.........................................................................................................................................................................................................32
2.7.3 Port Status Matrix Grid....................................................................................................................................................................................36

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2.7.4 Extender OSD ....................................................................................................................................................................................................37
2.7.5 Network Status .................................................................................................................................................................................................39
2.7.6 Firmware Status Matrix...................................................................................................................................................................................41
2.7.7 Firmware Status Extender ..............................................................................................................................................................................43
2.8 Trace Function....................................................................................................................................................................................... 44
2.9 Syslog Monitoring ..................................................................................................................................................................................45
2.10 SNMP .....................................................................................................................................................................................................47
2.11 System Check .......................................................................................................................................................................................51
2.12 Device Finder ........................................................................................................................................................................................52
3. INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................................................................................ 54
3.1 Package Contents ..................................................................................................................................................................................54
3.2 System Setup .........................................................................................................................................................................................54
3.3 Example Applications............................................................................................................................................................................55
3.3.1 KVM Matrix........................................................................................................................................................................................................56
3.3.2 Video Matrix ......................................................................................................................................................................................................57
3.3.3 Parallel Operation (Stacking).........................................................................................................................................................................58
3.3.4 Matrix Grid .........................................................................................................................................................................................................59
4. CONFIGURATION ........................................................................................................................................................................ 60
4.1 Command Mode.....................................................................................................................................................................................60
4.2 Control Options ......................................................................................................................................................................................61
4.2.1 Control via OSD.................................................................................................................................................................................................61
4.2.2 Control via Java Tool.......................................................................................................................................................................................65
4.2.3 Control via Serial Interface.............................................................................................................................................................................71
4.3 Assignment.............................................................................................................................................................................................72
4.3.1 Virtual CPU ........................................................................................................................................................................................................72
4.3.2 Virtual Console .................................................................................................................................................................................................74
4.4 System Settings .....................................................................................................................................................................................76
4.4.1 System Data ......................................................................................................................................................................................................76
4.4.2 Automatic ID .....................................................................................................................................................................................................79
4.4.3 Access................................................................................................................................................................................................................82
4.4.4 Switch.................................................................................................................................................................................................................84
4.4.5 Network..............................................................................................................................................................................................................88
4.4.6 Date and Time...................................................................................................................................................................................................92
4.5 User Settings ..........................................................................................................................................................................................95
4.5.1 User .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................95
4.5.2 Favorite List Users ...........................................................................................................................................................................................98
4.5.3 User Macros....................................................................................................................................................................................................100
4.6 Extender Settings.................................................................................................................................................................................104
Flexible Port Extender Units ..................................................................................................................................................................................106
4.7 USB 2.0 Extender..................................................................................................................................................................................107
4.8 Extenders for I/O Boards (USB 2.0/USB 3.0).....................................................................................................................................109
4.9 Configuration of SDI............................................................................................................................................................................. 112

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4.10 CPU Settings.......................................................................................................................................................................................114
4.11 Console Settings ................................................................................................................................................................................ 117
4.11.1 CON Devices ..................................................................................................................................................................................................117
4.11.2 Mouse and Keyboard...................................................................................................................................................................................122
4.11.3 Extender OSD ................................................................................................................................................................................................125
4.11.4 Favorite List Consoles .................................................................................................................................................................................127
4.11.5 Console Macros............................................................................................................................................................................................130
4.11.6 Shared Operation..........................................................................................................................................................................................133
4.11.7 Multi-Screen Control....................................................................................................................................................................................135
4.12 Saving and Loading Configurations..................................................................................................................................................138
4.12.1 Active Configuration ....................................................................................................................................................................................138
4.12.2 Saving Configurations (Internal) ...............................................................................................................................................................138
4.12.3 Loading Configurations (Internal).............................................................................................................................................................141
4.12.4 Saving Configurations (External)..............................................................................................................................................................142
4.12.5 Loading Configurations (External)............................................................................................................................................................143
4.13 Export and Import Options............................................................................................................................................................... 144
4.13.1 Expor t Options ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 144
4.13.2 Import Options..............................................................................................................................................................................................145
4.14 Matrix Cascading................................................................................................................................................................................146
4.15 Matrix Grid...........................................................................................................................................................................................148
4.16 Firmware Update ................................................................................................................................................................................152
4.16.1 Matrix Update ................................................................................................................................................................................................152
4.16.2 Extender Update...........................................................................................................................................................................................154
4.17 License Management.........................................................................................................................................................................157
5. OPERATION................................................................................................................................................................................ 158
5.1 Operation via Hotkeys ..........................................................................................................................................................................158
5.1.1 Direct S witching ..............................................................................................................................................................................................158
5.1.2 Scan Mode.......................................................................................................................................................................................................159
5.1.3 Function Keys: <F1> — <F6>.........................................................................................................................................................................160
5.1.4 Addressing of Main and Sub Matrices.......................................................................................................................................................160
5.2 KVM Switching.....................................................................................................................................................................................161
5.3 Exended Switching...............................................................................................................................................................................163
5.4 Switching of Single Extenders within Devices ..................................................................................................................................168
5.5 CON Switch...........................................................................................................................................................................................169
5.6 Multi-Screen Control............................................................................................................................................................................170
5.7 USB 2.0 Switching ................................................................................................................................................................................171
5.8 Presets ..................................................................................................................................................................................................171
5.9 Redundancy Function ..........................................................................................................................................................................173
5.10 Serial Interface ................................................................................................................................................................................... 174
5.11 Power On and Power Down Functions..............................................................................................................................................175
5.11.1 Res tar t .............................................................................................................................................................................................................175
5.11.2 Factory Reset ................................................................................................................................................................................................175
5.11.3 Power Down...................................................................................................................................................................................................176

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5.12 Summary of Keyboard Commands...................................................................................................................................................177
6. MAINTENANCE ......................................................................................................................................................................... 179
6.1 Power Supply Units ..............................................................................................................................................................................179
6.2 Fan Trays...............................................................................................................................................................................................179
6.3 CPU Board.............................................................................................................................................................................................179
6.4 I/O Board...............................................................................................................................................................................................180
6.5 Filter Pads .............................................................................................................................................................................................180
7. TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................................................................................................. 181
7.1 External Failure .....................................................................................................................................................................................181
7.2 Video Interference................................................................................................................................................................................181
7.3 Fan Malfunction....................................................................................................................................................................................181
7.4 Power Supply Units Malfunction.........................................................................................................................................................181
7.5 Network Error........................................................................................................................................................................................181
7.6 Failure at the Matrix..............................................................................................................................................................................182
7.7 Blank Screen .........................................................................................................................................................................................182
8. TECHNICAL SUPPORT.............................................................................................................................................................. 183
8.1 Support Checklist.................................................................................................................................................................................183
8.2 Shipping Checklist ...............................................................................................................................................................................183
9. REGULATORY INFORMATION .................................................................................................................................................. 184
9.1 FCC Statement......................................................................................................................................................................................184
9.2 CE Declaration of Conformity .............................................................................................................................................................184
9.3 Product Safety......................................................................................................................................................................................184
9.4 WEEE .....................................................................................................................................................................................................184
9.5 RoHS/RoHS2 ........................................................................................................................................................................................184
10. GLOSSARY ............................................................................................................................................................................... 185
10.1 Video and KVM Technology Terms...................................................................................................................................................185
10.2 Matrix-Specific Terms........................................................................................................................................................................186
11. DISCLAIMER/TRADEMARKS ................................................................................................................................................. 188
11.1 Disclaimer............................................................................................................................................................................................188
11.2 Trademarks Used in this Manual.......................................................................................................................................................188

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To ensure reliable and safe long-term operation of your Modular KVM Matrix Switch, note the following guidelines.
INSTALLATION
Only use the device according to this User Manual. Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the equipment
or injury to the user or installer.
Only use in dry, indoor environments.
The Modular KVM Matrix Switch and the power supply units can get warm. Do not install components in an enclosed space without
any airflow.
Do not obscure ventilation holes.
Only use power supplies originally supplied with the product or manufacturer-approved replacements. Do not use a power supply
if it appears to be defective or has a damaged chassis.
Connect all power supplies to grounded outlets. In each case, ensure that the ground connection is maintained from the outlet
socket through to the power supply’s AC power input.
In case the device is equipped with one or more grounding screws, be sure to use these for normal operation to ensure the
grounding of the chassis.
Do not connect the link interface to any other equipment, particularly network or telecommunications equipment.
Only connect devices to the serial interface that are protected against short circuit currents and incorrect voltages at the serial
interface.
To disconnect the Modular KVM Matrix Switch from the power supply, remove the power cord cables of all power supply units
or switch supplies off.
Take any required ESD precautions.
To disconnect the device completely from the electric circuit, all power cables have to be removed.
REPAIR
Do not attempt to open or repair a power supply unit.
Do not attempt to open or repair the Modular KVM Matrix Switch. There are no user serviceable parts inside.
Contact Black Box Technical Support at 877-877-2269 or [e-mail] if there is a fault.

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CHAPTER 1: SPECIFICATIONS
1.1 INTERFACES
1.1.1 DVI-D SINGLE-LINK
The video interface supports the DVI-D protocol. All signals that comply with DVI-D Single Link norm can be transmitted.
This includes monitor resolutions such as 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz, Full HD (1080p) or 2K HD (up to 2048 x 1152). Data rate is limited
to 165 MPixel/s.
1.1.2 USB-HID
Modular KVM Desktop Switch devices with USB-HID interface support a maximum of two devices with USB-HID protocol.
Each USB-HID port provides a maximum current of 100 mA.
KEYBOARD
The Modular DKM Desktop Switch is compatible with most USB keyboards. Certain keyboards with additional functions may
require custom firmware to operate. Keyboards with an integral USB Hub (e.g., Mac keyboards) are also supported.
MOUSE
The Modular DKM Desktop Switch is compatible with most 2-button, 3-button and scroll mice.
OTHER USB-HID DEVICES
The proprietary USB emulation also supports certain other USB-HID devices, such as specific touch screens, graphic tablets,
barcode scanners or special keyboards. Support cannot be guaranteed, however, for every USB-HID device.
NOTE: Only two USB-HID devices are supported concurrently, such as keyboard and mouse or keyboard and touch screen.
A hub is allowed, but it does not increase the number of HID devices allowed.
To support other USB “non-HID” devices, such as scanners, web cams or memory devices, choose our devices with transparent
USB support.
1.1.3 RJ-45 (NETWORK)
The communication of the CATx devices requires a 1000BASE-T connection.
The cabling must comply with EIA/TIA-568-B (1000BASE-T) standards with RJ45 connectors at both ends. All four wire pairs are
used in both directions. The cabling is suitable for a full duplex operation. For the cable connection to a source (computer, CPU),
you must use a crossed network cable (cross cable).
1.1.4 RJ-45 (SERIAL)
Communication takes place with a transmission speed of 115.2 KBaud, regardless of the file format. The transmission takes place
with eight data bits and a stop bit, but without a parity bit. Limited hardware handshake (DSR) is possible.

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1.1.5 RJ-45 (INTERCONNECT)
Communication between CATx devices requires a 1000BASE-T connection.
Connector wiring must comply with EIA/TIA-568-B (1000BASE-T), with RJ-45 connectors at both ends. All four cable wire pairs
are used.
1.1.6 FIBER SFP TYPE LC (INTERCONNECT)
Communication of fiber devices is performed via Gigabit SFPs that are connected to suitable fibers fitted with LC type connectors
(see Section 1.2.2).
The correct function of the device can only be guaranteed with SFPs provided by Black Box.
CAUTION: SFP modules can be damaged by electrostatic discharge (ESD). Consider ESD handling specifications.
1.1.7 SDI (INTERCONNECT)
Communication of the SDI devices requires a mini coax connection with mini BNC connectors or 3G SFPs with transmission
speeds of 0.36 Gbit/s (SD-SDI, SMPTE 259M), 1.485 Gbit/s (HD-SDI, SMPTE 292M) and 2.97 Gbit/s (3G SDI).
1.2 INTERCONNECT CABLE
1.2.1 CAT X
NOTE: A point-to-point connection is required. Operation with several patch fields is possible. Routing over an active network
component, such as an Ethernet Hub, Router or Matrix, is not allowed.
Avoid routing CATx cables along power cables.
CAUTION: To maintain regulatory EMC compliance, correctly installed shielded CATx cable must be used throughout
the interconnection link.
CAUTION: To maintain regulatory EMC compliance, all CATx cables need to carry ferrites on both cable ends close to the device.
TYPE OF INTERCONNECT CABLE
The Modular KVM Matrix Switch requires interconnect cabling specified for Gigabit Ethernet (1000BASE-T). The use of solid-core
(AWG24), shielded, CAT5e (or better) is recommended.
TABLE 1-1. CATX INTERCONNECT CABLE TYPES
CABLE TYPE DESCRIPTION
CATx Solid-Core Cable AWG24 Cable S/UTP (CAT5e) cable according to EIA/TIA- 568-B. Four pairs of AWG24 wires.
Connection according to EIA/TIA-568-B (1000BASE-T).
CATx Patch Cable AWG26/8 Cable S/UTP (CAT5e) cable according to EIA/TIA- 568-B. Four pairs of AWG26/8 wires.
Connection according to EIA/TIA-568-B (1000BASE-T).
NOTE: The use of flexible cables (patch cables) type AWG26/8 is possible, but the maximum possible extension distance is halved.

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TABLE 1-2. MAXIMUM ACCEPTABLE CATX CABLE LENGTHS
CABLE TYPE LENGTH
CATx Solid-Core Cable AWG24 400 ft. (140 m)
CATx Patch Cable AWG26/8 200 ft. (70 m)
1.2.2 FIBER
NOTE: A point-to-point connection is required. Operation with several patch fields is possible. Routing over an active network
component, such as an Ethernet Hub, Router or Matrix, is not allowed.
TABLE 1-3. FIBER INTERCONNECT CABLE TYPES
CABLE TYPE DESCRIPTION
Single-mode 9-µm
Two fibers 9-µm
In-house patch cable
In-house breakout cable
In-house or outdoor breakout cable, resistant
Outdoor cable, with protection against rodents
Multimode 50-µm
Two fibers 50-µm
In-house patch cable
In-house or outdoor breakout cable, resistant
Multimode 62.5–µm
Two fibers 62.5-µm
In-house breakout cable
Outdoor cable, with protection against rodents
NOTE: Only use single-mode connection cables for fiber connections that are based on 3G SFPs.
TABLE 1-4. MAXIMUM ACCEPTABLE FIBER CABLE LENGTHS
CABLE TYPE 1.25 GBPS 3.125 G B PS
Single-mode 9-µm 32,800 ft. (10,000 m) 16,400 ft. (5000 m)
Multimode 50-µm (OM3) 3280 ft. (1000 m) 1640 ft. (500 m)
Multimode 50-µm 1300 ft. (400 m) 650 ft. (200 m)
Multimode 62.5-µm 650 ft. (200 m) 325 ft. (100 m)
NOTE: If you use single-mode SFPs with multimode fibers, you normally can increase the maximum acceptable length.
TABLE 1-5. TYPE OF CONNECTOR
CONNECTOR LC CONNECTOR

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1.2.3 COA XIA L
NOTE: A point-to-point connection is required.
TABLE 1-6. INTERCONNECT COAXIAL CABLE TYPES
CABLE TYPE DESCRIPTION
MIni coaxial cable AWG 18 RG 6, 75 ohms impedance
TABLE 1-7. MAXIMUM COAXIAL CABLE LENGTH
BANDWIDTH MAXIMUM ACCEPTABLE CABLE LENGTH
0.270 Gbit/s 1312 ft. (400 m)
1.485 Gbit/s 459 ft. (140 m)
2.970 Gbit/s 394 ft. (120 m)
TABLE 1-8. TYPE OF CONNECTOR
CONNECTOR MINI BNC CONNECTOR
1.3 CONNECTOR PINOUTS
1.3.1 CPU BOARD
TABLE 1-9. DVI-D SINGLE LINK CONNECTOR PINOUT
PICTURE PIN SIGNAL PIN SIGNAL PIN SIGNAL
1 T.M.D.S. data 2- 9 T.M.D.S. data 1- 17 T.M.D.S. data 0-
2 T.M.D.S. data 2+ 10 T.M.D.S. data 1+ 18 T.M.D.S. data 0+
3 T.M.D.S. data 2 GND 11 T.M.D.S. data 1 GND 19 T.M.D.S. data 0 GND
4 not connected 12 not connected 20 not connected
5 not connected 13 not connected 21 not connected
6 DDC input (SCL) 14 +5 VDC high impedance 22 T.M.D.S. clock GND
7 DDC output (SCL) 15 GND 23 T.M.D.S. clock +
8 Internal use 16 Hot Plug recognition 24 T.M.D.S. clock -
C1 Internal use C3 Internal use
C2 not connected C5 GND C4 Internal use

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TABLE 1-10. USB TYPE A CONNECTOR PINOUT
PICTURE PIN SIGNAL COLOR
1 VCC (+5 VDC) Red
2 Data - White
3 Data + Green
4 GND Black
TABLE 1-11. DB9 SERIAL RS-232, DTE CONNECTOR PINOUT
PICTURE PIN SIGNAL PIN SIGNAL
1 not connected 6 DSR
2 RxD 7 RTS
3 TxD 8 CTS
4 DTR 9 not connected
5 GND — —
TABLE 1-12. RJ-45 CONNECTOR PINOUT
PICTURE PIN SIGNAL PIN SIGNAL
1 D1+ 6 not connected
2 D1- 7 D2-
3 D2+ 8 not connected
4 not connected 9 not connected
1.3.2 I/O PORT CATX
TABLE 1-13. RJ-45
PICTURE PIN SIGNAL PIN SIGNAL
1 D1+ 5 D3-
2 D1- 6 D2-
3 D2+ 7 D4+
4 D3+ 8 D4-

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1.3.3 I/O PORT SFP
TABLE 1-14. FIBER SFP TYPE LC
PICTURE DIODE SIGNAL
1 Data OUT
2 Data IN-
1.3.4 I/O PORT SDI
TABLE 1-15. MINI BNC (SDI)
PICTURE PIN SIGNAL
1 Data IN
2 GND
1.4 POWER SUPPLY
TABLE 1-16. MAXIMUM CURRENT/VOLTAGE
PRODUCT CODE MAX. CURRENT/VOLTAGE
ACX576, ACX576S 20 A, 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
ACX288 12 A, 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
ACX160 9 A, 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
ACX080, ACX048 5 A, 100-240 Vac, 50/60 Hz

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TABLE 1-17. POWER REQUIREMENT
PRODUCT CODE MAX. CURRENT/VOLTAGE
ACX576, ACX576S 450 W max.without I/O boards
ACX288 202 W max.without I/O boards
ACX160 188 W max.without I/O boards
ACX080 99 W max.without I/O boards
ACX048 94 W max.without I/O boards
I/O board 13 W max
1.5 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
TABLE 1-18. TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY
SPECIFICATION VALUE
Operating Temparature 41 to 113°F (5 to 45°C)
Storage Temparature -13 to 140°F (–25 to 60°C)
Relative Humidity Max. 80% non-condensing
TABLE 1-19. NOISE EMISSION
SPECIFICATION VALUE
Sound Pressure Level (SPL)
ACX576, ACX576S: max. 65 dBA per fan;
ACX288: max. 65 dBA per fan;
ACX160: max. 65 dBA per fan;
ACX080: max. 46 dBA per fan;
ACX048: max. 58 dBA per fan
TABLE 1-20. HEAT DISSIPATION
SPECIFICATION VALUE
Thermal Output Corresponds to power consumption in Watts (W)

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1.6 DIMENSIONS
TABLE 1-21. DIMENSIONS
PRODUCT CODE SPECIFICATION DIMENSION
ACX576 Matrix 43.75"H x 17.7"W x 17.1"D (110.8 x 45 x 43.5 cm)
Shipping Box 49"H x 25.6"W x 26.8"D (124.5 x 65.1 x 68.1 cm)
ACX576S Matrix 43.75"H x 17.7"W x 17.1"D (110.8 x 45 x 43.5 cm)
Shipping Box 49"H x 25.6"W x 26.8"D (124.5 x 65.1 x 68.1 cm)
ACX288 Matrix 12"H x 19"W x 22.8"D (33 x 48.3 x 57.8 cm)
Shipping Box 29.9"H x 25.6"W x 26.8"D (76 x 65 x 68 cm)
ACX160 Matrix 12"H x 19"W x 15.8"D (33 x 48.3 x 40 cm)
Shipping Box 21.3"H x 25.6"W x 26.8"D (54 x 65 x 68 cm)
ACX080 Matrix 9.1"H x 19"W x 7"D (23 x 48.3 x 17.8 cm)
Shipping Box 14.2"H x 25.2"W x 22.4"D (36 x 64 x 57 cm)
ACX048 Matrix 9.1"H x 19"W x 5.3"D (23 x 48.3 x 13.3 cm)
Shipping Box 12.4"H x 25.2"W x 22.4"D (31.6 x 64 x 57 cm)
1.7 SHIPPING WEIGHT
TABLE 1-22. SHIPPING WEIGHT
PRODUCT CODE SPECIFICATION WEIGHT
ACX576, ACX576S Matrix 170 lb. (77.3 kg) fully equipped
Shipping Box 190.6 lb. (86.6 kg)
ACX288 Matrix 76.2 lb. (34.6 kg), fully equipped
Shipping Box 90.6 lb. (41.1 kg)
ACX160 Matrix 60.0 lb. (26.3 kg), fully equipped
Shipping Box 69.9 lb. (31.7 kg)
ACX080 Matrix 24.5 lb. (11.1 kg), fully equipped
Shipping Box 34.4 lb. (15.6 kg)
ACX048 Matrix 19.6 lb. (8.9 kg), fully equipped
Shipping Box 26.7 lb. (12.1 kg)
1.8 MTBF
The following table contains the mean time between failure (MTBF) in power-on hours (POH). The estimate is based on the FIT
rates of the parts included. FIT rates are based on normalized environmental conditions of T = 140° F (60° C) and activation energy
(Ea) of 0.7 eV. Calculations are based on 90% confidence limit.
We estimate that inside the housing, temperature will be 59° F (15°C) higher than the ambient temperature. Therefore, the MTBF
calculation refers to an ambient temperature of 113° F (45° C). The humidity is limited to 60%.

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TABLE 1-23. MEAN TIME BETWEEN
FAILURE (MTBF) IN POWER-ON HOURS
(POH)
PRODUCT CODE POH
ACX576 200,000
ACX576S 200,000
ACX288 260,000
ACX160 310,000
ACX080 320,000
ACX048 350,000
CPU board 480,000
I/O board SFP 500,000
I/O board CATx 410,000
ACX288/ACX160 PSU 200,000
ACX080, ACX048 PSU 130,000

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2.1 APPLICATION
The Modular KVM Matrix Switch is used to establish connections from consoles (monitor, keyboard, mouse and other peripheral
devices) to various sources (computer, CPU).
In its maximum configuration, up to 576 independent ports can be defined and switched either as a console or a CPU. The
Modular KVM Matrix Switch is designed to operate with extenders that are able to transmit video, KVM and USB 2.0 signals. But it
can also be used as a video matrix.
The connection between the matrix and the peripheral devices, such as KVM extenders or video sources, can be made by CATx,
fiber, or coaxial cables.
The matrix serves as a repeater and can be run at a maximum distance of 6.2 miles (10 km) from the consoles and 6.2 miles
(10 km) from the sources.
2.2 ACCESS OPTIONS
The following options are available to configure and operate the Modular KVM Matrix Switch.
TABLE 2-1. SWITCH ACCESS OPTIONS
ACCESS OPTION SYMBOL
OSD
OSD
Java Tool
Serial Interface
RS232
ControlBridge

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2.3 SYSTEM OVERVIEW
A Modular KVM Matrix Switch system consists of a Modular KVM Matrix Switch and, for KVM applications, one or more CPU Units
/ CON Units. The Modular KVM Matrix Switch is connected to the CPU Units / CON Units by interconnect cables or directly to the
video devices where used as a video matrix.
CPU Units are connected directly to the sources (computer, CPU) by the provided cables.
Monitor(s), keyboard and mouse are connected to the CON Units.
Communication between the Modular KVM Matrix Switch and the CPU Units / CON Units occurs over the respective interconnect
cables.
FIGURE 2-1. SYSTEM OVERVIEW
TABLE 2-2. SYSTEM OVERVIEW DIAGRAM COMPONENTS
NUMBER IN FIGURE 2-1 COMPONENT
1Source (computer, CPU)
2CPU units
3Interconnect cable
4 Modular KVM Matrix Switch
5 CON units
6Console (monitor, keyboard, mouse)
NOTE: See Section 3.3 for installation examples.

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2.4 PRODUCT RANGE
TABLE 2-3. PRODUCT RANGE
PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION
ACX576, ACX576S Modular KVM Matrix Switch with 576 ports, unpopulated
ACX288 Modular KVM Matrix Switch with 288 ports, unpopulated
ACX160 Modular KVM Matrix Switch with 160 ports, unpopulated
ACX080 Modular KVM Matrix Switch with 80 ports, unpopulated
ACX048 Modular KVM Matrix Switch with 48 ports, unpopulated
2.5 OPTIONS
TABLE 2-4. OPTIONS
PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION
ACXIO8-C CATx I/O board
ACXIO8-SM Fiber I/O board, single-mode
ACXIO8-HS Fiber I/O board, single-mode, 3.125 Gbit/s
ACXIO8-6G UNI I/O board for USB 3.0 and SDI
ACX288-CTL CPU board
ACX-LPCAB-EU IEC connection cable for power supply, lockable, EU power connector
ACX-LPCAB-US IEC connection cable for power supply, lockable, US power connector
ACXSFPC CATx GBIC for use with Modular KVM Matrix Switch
ACXSFPS Single-mode GBIC, LC duplex, bidirectional, for use with Modular KVM Matrix Switch
ACXSFPHS Single-mode GBIC, LC duplex, bidirectional, for use with Modular KVM Matrix Switch (3.125 Gbit/s)
ACXUSB-MM-SFP Multimode GBIC, LC duplex, bidirectional, USB 3.0 (6.25 Gbit/s), for use with Modular KVM Matrix Switch
ACX3GSDI-COAX-SFP Coaxial GBIC, bidirectional, for use with Modular KVM Matrix Switch (3G-SDI)
ACX3GSDI-DIN123-SFP DIN 1.0/2.3 GBIC, bidirectional, for use with Modular KVM Matrix Switch (3G-SDI)
ACX3GSDI-SM-SFP Single-mode GBIC, LC duplex, bidirectional, for use with Modular KVM Matrix Switch (3G-SDI)
ACXSDI-BNCCAB Adapter cable BNC to mini BNC to adapt regular BNC cables to mini BNC SFP
ACX288-FAN ACX288/ACX160 fan tray (spare part)
ACX080-FAN ACX080 fan tray (spare part)
ACX048-FAN ACX048 fan tray (spare part)
ACX288-PS ACX288/ACX160 plug-in power supply unit (spare part or redundancy)
ACX080-PS ACX080 plug-in power supply unit (spare part or redundancy)
ACX288-FIL ACX288, ACX160 filter pads as consumable supply
ACX080-FIL ACX080 filter pads as consumable supply
ACX048-FIL ACX048 filter pads as consumable supply

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2.6 DEVICE VIEWS
The following views of the Modular KVM Matrix Switch illustrate the various available chassis types.
2.6.1 576-PORT CHASSIS (ACX576, ACX576S)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1
FIGURE 2-2. 576-PORT CHASSIS, FRONT VIEW

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TABLE 2-5. 576-PORT CHASSIS FRONT VIEW COMPONENTS
NUMBER IN FIGURE 2-2 COMPONENT
1Grounding
2 Slot for power supply unit 1
3 Slot for power supply unit 2
4 Slot for fan tray 1
5 Slot for fan tray 2
6 Slot for power supply unit 3
7 Slot for I/O boards
8 Slot for CPU board