Extron electronics FOX3 T 301 User manual

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IMPORTANT:
IMPORTANT:
Go to www.extron.com for the
complete user guide, installation
instructions, and specifications.
FOX3 T 301 PC, FOX3 T 311 PC,
and FOX3 T 201 PC • Setup Guide
The Extron FOX3 PowerCage Fiber Optic Transmitters are modular, compact single slot boards for the Extron PowerCage 411
that transmit lossless 4K @ 60 Hz video, audio, RS-232 control, and USB HID and USB 2.0 over ber. This guide provides
instructions for an experienced installer to install and operate the devices.
WARNING: The FOX3 PC transmitters output continuous invisible light (Class 1 rated), which may be harmful to the
eyes; use with caution. Plug the attached dust caps into the optical transceivers when the fiber cable is unplugged.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT, see the PowerCage411Series User Guide, at www.extron.com.
AVERTISSEMENT : Le FOX3 PC émetteur émet une lumière invisible en continu (conforme à la classe1) qui peut
être dangereux pour les yeux, à utiliser avec précaution. Branchez les protections contre la poussière dans l’ensemble
émetteur/récepteur lorsque le câble fibre optique est débranché.
Produit laser de classe1, voir le PowerCage411Series User Guide sur www.extron.com (en anglais).
Installation
Board Installation
Install the transmitter into a PowerCage 411 enclosure as
required.
ATTENTION:
• Use ESD precautions when installing a board to
avoid damaging it. Keep the board in the anti-static
bag until it is needed. Use proper grounding
techniques during installation.
• Prenez les précautions ESD lorsque vous installez
une carte afin d’éviter de l’endommager. Gardez la
carte dans le sachet dépoussiérant jusqu’à ce que
vous en ayez besoin. Utilisez des techniques de mise
à la terre correctes pendant l’installation.
PC FOX3 T 301
RS-232
Rx G
Tx
AUDIO IN
HDMIINPUT LOOPOUT
OUT IN OUT IN
USB HID USB 2.0
AB
RS-232
LAN
Rx GTx
REMOTE
PC FOX3 T 301
RS-232
Rx G
Tx
AUDIO IN
HDMIINPUT LOOPOUT
OUT IN OUT IN
USB HID USB 2.0
AB
PC FOX3 T 301
RS-232
Rx G
Tx
AUDIO IN
HDMIINPUT LOOPOUT
OUT IN OUT IN
USB HID USB 2.0
AB
PC FOX3 T 301
RS-232
Rx
G
Tx
HDMIINPUT LOOPOUT
OUT IN OUT IN
USB 2.0
AB
Screws
(2 per board)
Align board and
slide into slot.
NOTES:
• FOX3 endpoints are not backwards compatible with FOX or FOX II endpoints.
• A FOX3 endpoint with a LinkLicense cannot pass uncompressed 4K @ 60 Hz video signal to a FOX3 endpoint without
the LinkLicense.
• PowerCage boards are hot-swappable.
• Ensure the boards are flush with the rear of the enclosure and the screws are tightened securely before applying power.
• Each slot is independent from other slots. The type of board installed in a slot or the order of slots filled does not impact
boards installed in other slots.
1. If applicable, remove any blank plates or previously installed boards from the PowerCage 411 enclosure to fit the board.
2. With the ports facing away from the PowerCage 411 enclosure and the screws positioned at the top, align the bottom board
edges with the posts of the desired slots on the PowerCage 411 enclosure.
3. Carefully slide the board into the slot and push it firmly into place.
4. Tighten the screws with a tool to secure the board to the enclosure.

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FOX3 T 301, 311, and 201 PC • Setup Guide (Continued)
Device Connection
NOTE: The front panel for the FOX3 T 301 PC is shown in this guide. Some of the features on the FOX3 T 301 PC
transmitter are not available on the FOX3 T 311 PC and FOX3 T 201 PC (see the PowerCage411Series User Guide at
www.extron.com to see all the panels).
PC FOX3 T 301
1
1
RS-232
Rx G
Tx
AUDIO IN
HDMI INPUT LOOP OUT
OUT IN OUT IN
USB HID USB 2.0
N
OUT
UT
U
UT
T
UT
UT
I
AB
G
G
G
BBBCCCAAABBBCCCCCCDDDAAACCCDDD AAA
E
EE
F
FFEE
E
DDDBBB
E
EE
BBB
F
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Figure 1. FOX3 T 301 PC Panel
AAudio In
BRS-232 port
CHDMI Input
DHDMI Loop Out
ESFP module
FUSB HID port (PowerCage FOX3 T 301 and 311 only)
GUSB 2.0 port (PowerCage FOX3 T 301)
Input and Output Connections
The FOX3 PC transmitters includes one HDMI video input, one audio input, and one HDMI Loop Out.
NOTE: Use Extron LockIt™Lacing Bracket to secure HDMI cables to the HDMI ports (see the included Extron LockItLacing
Bracket Installation Card).
1. Connect video inputs or outputs as follows:
• Connect a digital video source to the HDMI input (see figure1, C).
• Connect a digital display to the HDMI Loop Out port (D).
2. Connect an audio source to the 3.5 mm mini stereo port (A), for unbalanced, stereo audio input.
Tip (+)
Sleeve ( )
Sleeve ( )
Ring ( - )
Tip (+)
Audio Plugs.eps
RCA Connector
3.5 mm Stereo Plug Connector
(balanced)
Sleeve ( )
Ring (R)
Tip (L)
3.5 mm Stereo Plug Connector
(unbalanced)
3. Connect peripheral devices to the USB ports (see figure2).
NOTES:
• The USB 2.0 port is only available on the FOX3 T 301 PC device.
• The USB HID port is used only for a mouse or keyboard.
• The USB 2.0 port is used for thumb drives, cameras, keyboards, a mouse, CAC reader, and such devices.
60-60 Hz
100-240V ~0.7A MAX
LR
LR
RS-232
Tx Rx Tx RxG
IR
A
OUT
R
IN
OUTPUTS
AUDIO
RETURN
INPUTS
CONTROL
B
OUTIN
USB 2.0
AUDIO
FOX3 R 301
LAN
1
1
2
HDMI
DEVICES
USB HID
100 mA 500 mA
REMOTE
RS-232
Tx Rx S5VG
3D
SYNC
USB
USB
Keyboard
y
Mouse
Receiver
USB
Thumb Drive
B
B
B
RS-232
LAN
Rx GTx
REMOTE
100-240V ~ --A MAX100-240V ~ --A MAX
50-60 Hz 50-60 Hz
FOX3 T 301 PC
C
C
C
C
C
C
RS-232
Rx G
Tx
AUDIO IN
HDMI INPUTLOOP OUT
OUT IN OUT IN
USB HID USB 2.0
N
N
OUT I
UT
U
UT
UT
AB
FOX3 T 301 PC
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
RS-232
Rx G
Tx
AUDIO IN
HDMI INPUTLOOP OUT
OUT IN OUT IN
USB HID USB 2.0
N
N
OUT I
UT
UT
UT
AB
FOX3 T 301 PC
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
RS-232
Rx G
Tx
AUDIO IN
HDMI INPUTLOOP OUT
OUT IN OUT IN
USB HID USB 2.0
N
N
OUT I
UT
UT
T
U
U
U
U
U
AB
FOX3 T 301 PC
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
RS-232
Rx G
Tx
AUDIO IN
HDMI INPUTLOOP OUT
OUT IN OUT IN
USB HID USB 2.0
N
N
OUT I
UT
U
U
UT
T
AB
USB
USB
Laptop
L
SM or MM cable
Transmitter A
A
A
Figure 2. Peripheral USB Connections Diagram
• USB Host port (A) — Connect a USB type A to B cable between this USB type B port and the USB port of a host.
• USB Hub port (B) — Connect a USB type A cable between the USB type A port and peripherals.
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Control Connection
To pass serial data between a control device and a controlled device (such as control of a projector), connect the desired type of
device to the RS-232 port on the transmitter (B). To congure the RS-232 protocol, see the PowerCage411Series User Guide at
www.extron.com. The default RS-232 protocol is as follows:
• 9600 baud • No parity • 8 data bits
• 1 stop bit • No flow control
Throughput Connections
NOTE: See figure3 for fiber cable connections. Connect the transmitter to a receiver
in one of three ways:
• One way (transmitter to receiver) only, perform step 1.
• Two way (transmitter to receiver and return), perform steps 1 and 2.
• Output B is available to transmit 4K @ 60 Hz uncompressed signal when the
FOX3 Uncompressed Video LinkLicense is purchased.
1. Connect the fiber between the transmitter A Out port and the receiver A In port (1).
NOTE: Ensure that the transmitter and connected receiver are in the same
transmission mode, singlemode (SM) or multimode (MM) and use the correct
SM or MM ber cable to connect the devices.
2. To return serial data from the receiver (such as responses from a controlled device)
connect a cable between the receiver A Out port and the transmitter A In port (2).
NOTE: On the FOX3 T 301 PC and FOX3 T 311 PC, this connection is needed
for USB signal communication.
3. To transmit an uncompressed 4K @ 60 Hz signal, using the Uncompressed Video
LinkLicense, repeat step 1 on the SFP B port on the transmitter and receiver.
Receiver
T
ransmitter
11
22
22
11
A
OUTIN
B
OUTIN
A
OUTIN
INPUTS
B
OUTIN
Figure 3. SFP Connection
Operation
After all transmitters, receivers, and their related devices are connected and powered, the system is fully operational. If any
problems are encountered, verify the cables are routed and connected properly and that all display devices have identical
resolutions and refresh rates. If problems persist, call the Extron S3 Sales & Technical Support Hotline.
To congure and control the PowerCage FOX3 transmitter, use the Extron Product Conguration Software (PCS), Extron Simple
Instruction Set (SIS™) commands, or the internal web page with the PowerCage 411 enclosure.
NOTE: An Extron Insider account is required to download and use PCS. Contact an Extron support representative, to obtain
an Insider Account.
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For information on safety guidelines, regulatory compliances, EMI/EMF compatibility, accessibility, and related topics, see the
Extron Safety and Regulatory Compliance Guide on the Extron website.
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Application Diagram
R
100-240V 0.7AMAX
50-60 Hz
FOX3 SR 311
LAN
OUT
A
IN OUT IN
B
INPUTS
CONTROL
AUDIO
RETURN
REMOTE
OUTPUTS
3D
SYNC
L
AUDIO
R
LR
Tx
RS-232
RS-232
IR
Rx Tx RxG
Tx Rx G S 5V
100mA
1
2
HDMI
USB HID
DEVICES
100-240V ~ --A MAX
50-60Hz
100-240V ~ --A MAX
50-60Hz
RS-232
Tx Rx G
REMOTE LAN
USB HID
AUDIO IN RS-232
USB 2.0 OUT IN OUT IN
HDMI INPUT LOOP OUT
Tx Rx G
PC FOX3 T 301
USB HID
AUDIO IN RS-232
USB 2.0 OUT IN OUT IN
HDMI INPUT LOOP OUT
Tx Rx G
PC FOX3 T 301
USB HID
AUDIO IN RS-232
USB 2.0 OUT IN OUT IN
HDMI INPUT LOOP OUT
Tx Rx G
PC FOX3 T 301
USB HID
AUDIO IN RS-232
USB 2.0 OUT IN OUT IN
HDMI INPUT LOOP OUT
Tx Rx G
PC FOX3 T 301
USB HID
AUDIO IN RS-232
OUT IN OUT IN
HDMI INPUTLOOP OUT
Tx Rx G
FOX3 T 311 PC
USB HID
AUDIO IN RS-232
OUT IN OUT IN
HDMI INPUTLOOP OUT
Tx Rx G
FOX3 T 311 PC
USB HID
AUDIO IN RS-232
OUT IN OUT IN
HDMI INPUTLOOP OUT
Tx Rx G
FOX3 T 311 PC
USB HID
AUDIO IN RS-232
OUT IN OUT IN
HDMI INPUTLOOP OUT
Tx Rx G
FOX3 T 311 PC
MODEL80
FLATPANEL
Extron
PowerCage 411
Modular Power Enclosure for
Fiber Optic Extender
Extron
FOX3 SR 311
Fiber Optic Scaling
Receiver for HDMI,
Audio, USB HID,
and RS-232
4K Display
PC
HDMI USB HID
HDMI
Fiber
Extron
FOX3 T 311 PC
Fiber Optic Transmitter for
HDMI, Audio, and RS-232
Keyboard
Mouse