IDK FDX-08 User manual

Modular Matrix Switcher
FDX-08
<User Guide>
Ver.1.0.0
POWER
DIG ITAL MATRIX SWITCHER
INPUT SELECT
123456
ALL 7 8
OUTPUT SELECT
FDX-08
123456
OFF 7 8
V&A VID EO AUDIO
SWITCHING MODE
MENU/SET
ESC
SELECT MODE
OUTPUT
INPUT
PRESET
OUTPUT
INPUT
LOAD
DVI-D(HDMI) DVI-D(HDMI)
A B
INPUT
～ 1 4
INPUT
～ 5 8
A D
A D
～ 1 4
～ 5 8
OUTPUT
OUTPUT
A D
A D
FG
BREAKER AC 100-240V
50/60Hz
S/N
OPTIONRS-232C LAN
UPDATE
ALARM
DVI-D(HDMI) DVI-D(HDMI) DVI-D(HDMI) DVI-D(HDMI)
A B C D
INPUT
SDI SDI SDI SDIA B C D
LOOP OUT INPUT LOOP OUT INPUT LOOP OUT INPUT LOOP OUT
LINK LINK LINK LI NK
HDBaseTA B C DHDBaseT HDBaseT HDBaseT
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Some information contained in this User guide such as exact product appearance, diagrams, menu
operations, communication commands, and so on may differ depending on the product version.
This User guide is subject to change without notice. You can download the latest version from IDK’s
website at: http://www.idkav.com
The reference manual consists of the following two volumes:
■User guide (this document):
Provides explanations and procedures for operations, installation, connections among devices,
I/O adjustment and settings.
■Command guide: Please download the command guide from the website above.
Provides explanations and procedures for external control using RS-232C and LAN communications.
FCC STATEMENT
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to
part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential
area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference
at his own expense.
CE MARKING
This equipment complies with the essential requirements of the relevant European health, safety and
environmental protection legislation.
WEEE MARKING
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), Directive 2002/96/EC
(This directive is only valid in the EU.)
This equipment complies with the WEEE Directive (2002/96/EC) marking requirement.
The left marking indicates that you must not discard this electrical/electronic equipment in
domestic household waste.
If an HDBaseT input board (4 channels), HDBaseT output board (4 channels), or HDBaseT scan converter
output board (2 channels) is mounted, use an STP cable for the twisted pair cable in order to meet the VCCI
standard. It can reduce noise caused by cables.
Before reading this manual
The lasers in this product meet Class 1 Laser Safety per FDA/CDRH and
EN (IEC) 60825 laser safety standards which specifies design safety.
クラス 1 レーザ製品
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

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Safety Instructions
Read and understand all safety and operating instructions before using this product. Follow all instructions
and cautions as detailed in this document.
Enforcement Symbol
Description
Indicates the presence of a hazard that may result in death or serious
personal injury if the warning is ignored or the product is handled
incorrectly.
Indicates the presence of a hazard that may cause minor personal
injury or property damage if the caution is ignored or the product is
handled incorrectly.
Symbol
Description
Example
Caution
This symbol is intended to alert the user. (Warning and caution)
Electrical
Hazard
Prohibited
This symbol is intended to prohibit the user from specified actions.
Do not
disassemble
Instruction
This symbol is intended to instruct the user.
Unplug
Warning
Caution

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■For lifting heavy products:
Instruction
● Lifting must be done by two or more personnel.
To avoid injury: When lifting the product, bend your knees, keep your back straight and get close to it with two or
more persons.
■For installing and connecting products:
Prohibited
● Do not place the product upon a surface that may give way or that may become
unstable.
Install the product in a secure and stable place to prevent it from falling and possibly causing injury.
● Secure the product if installing in locations prone to vibration or movement.
Otherwise, it may move unexpectedly or it may fall and lead to injury.
Instruction
● Installation work must be performed by professionals.
The product is intended to be installed by skilled technicians. For installation, please contact a system integrator
or IDK. Improper installation may lead to the risk of fire, electric shock, injury, or property damage.
● Insert the power plug into an outlet that is unobstructed.
Unobstructed access to the plug enables unplugging the product in case of any extraordinary failure, abnormal
situation or for easy disconnection during extended periods of non-use.
● Insert the power plug into an appropriate outlet completely.
If the plug is partially inserted, arching may cause the connection to overheat, increasing the risk of electrical
shock or fire. Do not use a damaged plug or connect to a damaged outlet.
● Unplug the product from the AC power source during installation or service.
When connecting peripheral devices to this product, unplug all involved devices from outlets. Ground potential
differences may cause fire or other difficulties.
■For operating products:
Prohibited
● Keep out any foreign objects.
To avoid fire or electric shock, do not permit foreign objects, such as metal and paper, to enter the product from
vent holes or other apertures.
● For power cable/plug:
・
Do not scratch, heat, or modify, including splicing or lengthening them.
・
Do not pull, place heavy objects on them, or pinch them.
・
Do not bend, twist, tie or clamp them together forcefully.
Misuse of the power cable and plug may cause fire or electric shock. If power cables/plugs become damaged,
contact your IDK representative.
Do not
disassemble
● Do not repair, modify or disassemble.
Since the product includes circuitry that uses potentially lethal, high voltage levels, disassembly by unauthorized
personnel may lead to the risk of fire or electric shock. For internal inspection or repair, contact your IDK
representative.
Do not touch
● Do not touch the product and connected cables during electrical storms.
Contact may cause electric shock
Instruction
● Clean the power plug regularly.
If the plug is covered in dust, it may increase the risk of firer.
Warning

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■If the following problem occurs:
Unplug
●Unplug immediately if the product smokes, makes unusual noise, or produces a
burning odor.
If you continue to use the product under these conditions, it may cause electric shock or fire.
●Unplug immediately if the product is damaged by falling or having been dropped.
If you continue to use the product under these conditions, it may increase the risk of electrical shock or fire. For
maintenance and repair, contact your IDK representative.
●Unplug immediately if water or other objects are directed inside.
If you continue to use the product under these conditions, it may increase the risk of electrical shock or fire. For
maintenance and repair, contact your IDK representative.
Warning

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■For installing and connecting products:
Prohibited
● Do not place the product in a location where it will be subjected to high
temperatures.
If the product is subjected to direct sunlight or high temperatures while under operation, it may affect the
product’s performance and reliability and may increase the risk of fire.
● Do not store or operate the product in dusty, oil smoke filled, or humid place.
If the product is placed near humidifiers or in a dusty area, it may increase the risk of fire or electric shock.
● Do not block the vent holes.
If ventilation slots are blocked, it may cause the product to overheat, affecting performance and reliability and
may increase the risk of fire.
● Do not place or stack heavy items on the product.
Failure to observe this precaution may result in damage to the product and other property and may lead to the
risk of personal injury.
● Do not exceed ratings of outlet and wiring devices.
Exceeding the rating of an outlet may increase the risk of fire and electric shock.
No wet hands
● Do not handle power plug with wet hands.
Failure to observe this precaution may increase the risk of electrical shock.
Instruction
● Use and store the product within the specified temperature/humidity range.
If the product is used outside the specified range for temperature and humidity continuously, it may increase the
risk of fire or electric shock.
● Do not place the product at elevations of 1.24 mi. (2,000 m) or higher above sea
level.
Failure to do so may shorten the life of the internal parts and result in malfunctions.
● When mounting the product into the rack, provide sufficient cooling space.
Mount the product in a rack meeting EIA standards, and maintain spaces above and below for air circulation. For
your safety as required, attach an L-shaped bracket in addition to the panel mount bracket kit to improve
mechanical stability.
●
Never insert screws without the rubber feet into the threaded holes on the bottom
of the product.
Never insert screws without the rubber feet into the threaded holes on the bottom of the product. Doing so may
lead to damage when the screws contact electrical circuitry or components inside the product.
Reinstall the originally supplied rubber feet using only the originally supplied screws.
■For operating products:
Prohibited
● Use only the supplied power cable and AC adapter.
● Do not use the supplied power cable and AC adapter with other products.
If non-compliant adapter or power cables are used, it may increase the risk of fire or electrical shock.
Unplug
● If the product won’t be used for an extended period of time, unplug it.
Failure to observe this precaution may increase the risk of fire.
● Unplug the product before cleaning.
To prevent electric shock.
■For power:
Electrical
Hazard
● Double Pole/Neutral Fusing
If a fuse blows out, it may cause electric shock.
Caution

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Table of Contents
1Included items.......................................................................................................................................... 11
2Product outline......................................................................................................................................... 12
3Features................................................................................................................................................... 15
4Panels...................................................................................................................................................... 16
4.1 Front panel.......................................................................................................................................... 16
4.2 Rear panel .......................................................................................................................................... 17
4.3 Channel of output board ..................................................................................................................... 19
5System Configuration Example................................................................................................................ 20
6Precautions .............................................................................................................................................. 21
6.1 Installation........................................................................................................................................... 21
6.2 Cabling................................................................................................................................................ 22
6.2.1 Twisted pair cable for extension.................................................................................................. 22
6.2.2 SFP optical transceiver ............................................................................................................... 23
6.2.3 Fiber optic cable.......................................................................................................................... 23
6.2.4 Coaxial cable............................................................................................................................... 24
6.2.5 Alarm........................................................................................................................................... 24
7Basic Operation ....................................................................................................................................... 25
7.1 Setting switching mode....................................................................................................................... 25
7.2 Selecting I/O channels........................................................................................................................ 26
7.2.1 Selecting I/O channel in INPUT→OUTPUT mode...................................................................... 26
7.2.2 Selecting I/O channel in OUTPUT→INPUT mode...................................................................... 27
7.3 Menu operation key ............................................................................................................................ 28
7.4 Recalling preset memory.................................................................................................................... 30
7.5 Initialization ......................................................................................................................................... 31
7.6 Locking/unlocking front key function lock ........................................................................................... 32
8Menu........................................................................................................................................................ 33
8.1 Menu list.............................................................................................................................................. 33
8.2 Input settings [INPUT SETTING]........................................................................................................ 36
8.2.1 Input equalizer [INPUT EQUALIZER] ......................................................................................... 36
8.2.2 No-signal input monitoring [INPUT SIGNAL CHECK]................................................................. 37
8.2.3 HDCP input enabled/disabled [INPUT HDCP]............................................................................ 38
8.2.4 SDI input audio group [INPUT SDI AUDIO GR].......................................................................... 39
8.2.5 SDI Dual Stream input video [INPUT SDI 2HD SEL].................................................................. 40
8.3 Input timing settings [INPUT TIMING] ................................................................................................ 41
8.3.1 Horizontal start position [INPUT H POSITION]........................................................................... 41
8.3.2 Horizontal active area [INPUT H SIZE]....................................................................................... 41
8.3.3 Vertical start position [INPUT V POSITION]............................................................................... 42
8.3.4 Vertical active area [INPUT V SIZE] ........................................................................................... 43
8.3.5 Input video aspect ratio [INPUT ASPECT].................................................................................. 44
8.3.6 Input contrast [INPUT CONTRAST]............................................................................................ 44
8.3.7 Input brightness [INPUT BRIGHTNESS] .................................................................................... 45
8.3.8 Input gamma [INPUT GAMMA]................................................................................................... 45
8.3.9 Input sharpness [INPUT FILTER] ............................................................................................... 46
8.3.10 Input HUE [INPUT HUE] ............................................................................................................. 46
8.3.11 Input saturation [INPUT SATURATION]..................................................................................... 47
8.4 Output settings [OUTPUT SETTING]................................................................................................. 48
8.4.1 Output equalizer [OUTPUT EQUALIZER] .................................................................................. 48

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8.4.2 Output mode [OUTPUT MODE].................................................................................................. 48
8.4.3 Sink device EDID check [OUTPUT HDMI MODE]...................................................................... 49
8.4.4 Hot plug ignoring duration [OUTPUT HPD MASK]..................................................................... 49
8.4.5 Output Deep Color [OUTPUT DEEP COLOR]............................................................................ 50
8.5 Output timing settings [OUTPUT TIMING].......................................................................................... 51
8.5.1 Output resolution [OUTPUT RESOLUTION] .............................................................................. 51
8.5.2 Aspect ratio of sink device [OUTPUT ASPECT]......................................................................... 52
8.5.3 Output test pattern [OUTPUT PATTERN]................................................................................... 53
8.5.4 Display size [OUTPUT SIZE]...................................................................................................... 54
8.5.5 Display position [OUTPUT POSITION]....................................................................................... 54
8.5.6 Blank color [OUTPUT BLANK COLOR]...................................................................................... 55
8.5.7 Background color [OUTPUT BACKGROUND] ........................................................................... 55
8.5.8 Output contrast [OUTPUT CONTRAST]..................................................................................... 56
8.5.9 Output brightness [OUTPUT BRIGHTNESS] ............................................................................. 56
8.5.10 Dissolve effect [OUTPUT FADE OUT-IN]................................................................................... 57
8.5.11 HDCP output [OUTPUT HDCP].................................................................................................. 57
8.6 Audio [AUDIO] .................................................................................................................................... 58
8.6.1 Digital audio output [AUDIO DIGITAL OUT]............................................................................... 58
8.7 EDID settings [EDID] .......................................................................................................................... 59
8.7.1 EDID resolution [EDID DATA]..................................................................................................... 60
8.7.2 Copying EDID [EDID SAVE]....................................................................................................... 62
8.7.3 EDID loading output channel [EDID EXTERNAL CH] ................................................................ 62
8.7.4 Deep Color input [EDID DEEP COLOR]..................................................................................... 63
8.7.5 Audio channel [EDID SPEAKER CH] ......................................................................................... 64
8.7.6 LPCM Audio [EDID LINEAR PCM] ............................................................................................. 65
8.7.7AC-3 Dolby Digital Audio [EDID AC-3/Dolby D].......................................................................... 66
8.7.8 AAC Audio [EDID AAC]............................................................................................................... 67
8.7.9 Dolby Digital Plus Audio [EDID Dolby D+].................................................................................. 68
8.7.10 DTS Audio [EDID DTS]............................................................................................................... 69
8.7.11 DTS-HD Audio [EDID DTS-HD].................................................................................................. 70
8.7.12 Dolby TrueHD Audio [EDID Dolby TrueHD]................................................................................ 71
8.7.13 WXGA [EDID WXGA SELECT]................................................................................................... 71
8.7.14 RS-232C communication [COM PORT SETUP]......................................................................... 72
8.8 LAN communication [LAN].................................................................................................................. 73
8.8.1 IP address [IP ADDRESS].......................................................................................................... 73
8.8.2 Subnet mask [SUBNET MASK] .................................................................................................. 73
8.8.3 TCP port number [CONTROL PORT]......................................................................................... 74
8.8.4 MAC address [MAC ADDRESS]................................................................................................. 75
8.9 Preset memory [PRESET MEMORY]................................................................................................. 76
8.9.1 Recalling preset memory [PRESET LOAD]................................................................................ 76
8.9.2 Saving preset memory [PRESET SAVE].................................................................................... 77
8.9.3 Editing preset memory [PRESET EDIT] ..................................................................................... 78
8.9.4 Start-up I/O channel [PRESET START UP]................................................................................ 79
8.10 Others [OTHERS]............................................................................................................................... 80
8.10.1 Front key function lock [KEY LOCK]........................................................................................... 80
8.10.2 Beep [BUZZER]........................................................................................................................... 80
8.10.3 Power saving [POWER SAVE] ................................................................................................... 81
8.10.4 Alarm [ALARM]............................................................................................................................ 82
8.10.5 Top page [TOP DISPLAY] .......................................................................................................... 83
8.10.6 Viewing input signal status [INPUT STATUS]............................................................................. 85

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8.10.7 Viewing sink device status [MONITOR STATUS]....................................................................... 85
8.10.8 Viewing board status [BOARD STATUS].................................................................................... 85
8.10.9 Viewing cooling fan status [FAN STATUS]................................................................................. 86
8.10.10 Viewing power-supply voltage [POWER STATUS]..................................................................... 86
8.10.11 Viewing firmware and hardware versions [VERSION]................................................................ 87
9WEB browser........................................................................................................................................... 88
10 Specification............................................................................................................................................. 91
10.1 Pin assignments.................................................................................................................................. 91
10.1.1 DVI-I connector ........................................................................................................................... 91
10.1.2 RJ-45 connector.......................................................................................................................... 91
10.2 Product specification........................................................................................................................... 92
11 Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................................... 96

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1 Included items
Ensure that all items illustrated below are included in the package.
If any items are missing or damaged, please contact IDK.
POWER
DIG ITAL M ATRIX SWITCHER
INPUT SELECT
1 2 3456
ALL 7 8
OUTPUT SELECT
FDX-08
1 2 3456
OFF 7 8
V&A VIDEO AUDIO
SWITCHINGMODE
MENU/SET
ESC
SELECT MODE
OUTPUT
INPUT
PRESET
OUTPUT
INPUT
LOAD
One (1) FDX-08
Two (2) rack mounting brackets
One (1) 2-pin terminal block
One (1) power cord, 5.9 ft. (1.8 m)
[Fig. 1.1] Included items

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2 Product outline
The FDX-08 is a highly versatile matrix switcher for AV systems with up to 8 inputs and 8 outputs.
The HDCP-compliant matrix switcher can input protected video, and it also can input HDMI signals
using a conversion cable. The SDI input board enables SMPTE 3G/HD/SD-SDI signal input.
Using with an HDBaseT I/O board or optic I/O board makes it easy to establish the system. If using
the scan converter output boards, video signals having different synchronization or resolutions can
be switched faster than using digital frame synchronizer.
The FDX can be controlled remotely over RS-232C and LAN ports.
HDMI/DVI
HDMI/DVI HDMI/DVI
HDMI/DVI
IN1IN5
IN5
IN5
Blank period become shorten
LCD monitor
Video/audio output
LCD monitor
Video/audio output
LCD monitor
Video/audio output
・・・・・・
FDX-08
FDX-08
FDX-08
Built-in digital frame synchronizer
PC
Video/audio input
DVI
PC
Video/audio input
DVI
PC
Video/audio input
DVI
IN1
・・・・・・
IN1
・・・・・・
Blank period become shorten
Blank period will be happen
when FDX switches input channel.
Digital frame synchronizer
Digital frame synchronizer
SDI
Industrial video
device
SDI
Industrial video
device
SDI
Industrial video
device
DVI-D(HDMI) DVI-D(HDMI)
A B
INPUT
～ 1 4
INPUT
～ 5 8
A D
A D
～ 1 4
～ 5 8
OUTPUT
OUTPUT
A D
A D
FG
BREAKER
AC100-240V
50/60Hz
S/N
OPTIONRS-232C LAN
UPDATE
ALARM
DVI-D(HDMI) DVI-D(HDMI) DVI-D(HDMI) DVI-D(HDMI)
A B C D
INPUT
SDI SDI SDI SDIA B C D
LOOPOUT INPUT LOOPOUT INPUT LOOPOUT INPUT LOOPOUT
LINK LINK LINK LINK
HDBaseTA B C DHDBaseT HDBaseT HDBaseT
INPUT
～ 1 4
INPUT
～
5 8
A D
A D
～
1 4
～
5 8
OUTPUT
OUTPUT
A D
A D
FG
BREAKER AC100-240V
50/60Hz
S/N
OPTIONRS-232C LAN
UPDATE
ALARM
DVI-D(HDMI) DVI-D(HDMI) DVI-D(HDMI) DVI-D(HDMI)
A B C D
INPUT
SDI SDI SDI SDIA B C D
LOOPOUT INPUT LOOPOUT INPUT LOOPOUT INPUT LOOPOUT
LINK LINK LINK LINK
HDBaseTA B C DHDBaseT HDBaseT HDBase T
DVI-D(HDMI) DVI-D(HDMI) DVI-D(HDMI) DVI-D(HDMI)
A B C D
INPUT
～ 1 4
INPUT
～ 5 8
A D
A D
～
1 4
～ 5 8
OUTPUT
OUTPUT
A D
A D
FG
BREAKER AC100-240V
50/60Hz
S/N
OPTIONRS-232C LAN
UPDATE
ALARM
DVI-D(HDMI) DVI-D(HDMI) DVI-D(HDMI) DVI-D(HDMI)
A B C D
INPUT
SDI SDI SDI SDIA B C D
LOOPOUT INPUT LOOPOUT INPUT LOOPOUT INPUT LOOPOUT
LINK LINK LINK LINK
HDBaseTA B C DHDBaseT HDBaseT HDBase T
DVI-D(HDMI) DVI-D(HDMI) DVI-D(HDMI) DVI-D(HDMI)
A B C D
[Fig. 2.1] Video switching timing (with scan converter output board)

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FDX-08
inputs/1 board
4
Digital input board
inputs/1 board
4HDBaseT input board
outputs/1 board
HDBaseT output board
4
outputs/1 board
Digital output board
4
Digital video/audio/
communication for
extension
HDBaseT
*
Input board can expand in 4-input unit.
*
Output board can expand in 4-output unit.
*
Scan converter output board can expand in 2-output unit.
Digital video/audio
for extension
HDBaseT
Up to 328 ft.
(100 m) Receiver
EDID emulator
Input EQ Transmitter
Up to 328 ft.
(100 m)
Digital video/audio
for extension
fiber optic
(*1) inputs/1 board
4
Optic input board
outputs/1 board
Optic output board
4Transmitter
Receiver
EDID emulator
Digital video/audio/
communication for
extension
fiber optic
Up to 98 ft.
(30 m)
Up to 131 ft.
(40 m)
Up to outputs/2 boards
8
Up to inputs/2 boards
8
Digital video/audio
HDMI DVI EDID emulator
outputs/1 board
HDBaseT scan converter
output board
2
outputs/1 board
Digital scan converter
output board
2
Digital video/audio/
communication for
extension
HDBaseT
Scan converter Up to 328 ft.
(100 m)
outputs/1 board
Optic scan converter
output card
2
Digital video/audio/
communication for
extension
fiber optic
Up to 131 ft.
(40 m) Digital video/audio
HDMI DVI
Transmitter
Transmitter Digital video/audio
HDMI DVI
Receiver
Output EQ
Scan converter
Transmitter
Output EQ
Scan converter
Transmitter
inputs/1 board
4SDI input board
SDI video/audio
3G-SDI
HD-SDI
SD-SDI
Video/audio
matrix
switch
8IN-8OUT
Loop-through Cable driver
SDI video/audio
3G-SDI
HD-SDI
SD-SDI
Receiver
(*1) Multimode fiber
OM3: Up to 984 ft.
(300 m)
OM4: Up to 0.62 mi. (1 km)
Singlemode fiber
OS1
: Up to 2.92 mi. (4.7km)
(*2) SD-SDI : Up to 1312 ft. (400 m)/
HD-SDI
: Up to 787 ft. (240 m)/
3G-SDI
: Up to 459 ft. (140 m)
over 1694A (BELDEN RG-6) cable
(*2)
(*1)
(*1)
[Fig. 2.2] I/O diagram

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Digital input board (4 inputs)
Four DVI-I connectors are mounted that can input both HDMI (a conversion cable is needed) and DVI
signals.
HDBaseT input board (4 inputs)
Four RJ-45 connectors are mounted that can extend digital (video/audio) signals up to 328 ft. (100 m)
when the HDC-T series and FDX series are used together.
Optic input board (4 inputs)
Up to four SFP (LC connector x 2) modules can be mounted. Digital signals can be transmitted up to
2.92 mi. (4.7 km) (singlemode fiber) when the OPF-TH1000 and FDX are used together.
SDI input board (4 inputs)
Four BNC connectors with loop-through output are mounted. 3G-SDI, HD-SDI, and SD-SDI signals can be
input. SD-SDI signals can be transmitted up to 459 ft. (140 m) with 1694A (BELDEN RG-6).
Digital output board (4 outputs)
Four DVI-I connectors that are mounted can output video and audio signals of the selected input channel.
HDBaseT output board (4 outputs)
Four RJ-45 connectors are mounted that can output video and audio signals of the selected input channel.
Those digital (video/audio) signals can be transmitted up to 328 ft. (100 m) when the HDC-R series and
FDX series are used together.
Optic output board (4 outputs)
Up to four SFP (LC connector x 2) modules are mounted that can output video and audio signals of the
selected input channel. Those digital signals can be transmitted up to 2.92 mi. (4.7 km) (singlemode fiber)
when the OPF-RH1000 and FDX are used together.
Digital scan converter output board (2 outputs)
Two DVI-I connectors that are mounted can output video and audio signals of the selected input channel.
Selected input channel signals output as selected resolution by users because it has scan converter
function.
HDBaseT scan converter output board (2 outputs)
Two RJ-45 connectors are mounted that can output video and audio signals of the selected input channel.
Selected input channel signals output as selected resolution by users because it has scan converter
function. Those digital (video/audio) signals can be transmitted up to 328 ft. (100 m) when the HDC series
receivers and FDX series are used together.
Optic scan converter output board (2 outputs)
Up to two SFP (LC connector x 2) modules are mounted that can output video and audio signals of the
selected input channel. Selected input channel signals output as selected resolution by users because
it has scan converter function. Those digital signals can be transmitted up to 2.92 mi. (4.7 km)
(singlemode fiber) when the OPF-RH1000 and FDX are used together.

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3 Features
■
Video
・Up to 1080p/QWXGA*(Reduced Blanking)
・3G/HD/SD-SDI input
・Automatic input signal equalization
Input : Up to 98 ft. (30 m)
Output : Up to 131 ft. (40 m)
・Up to 328 ft. (100 m) over Cat6 cable
・Transmission distances
Multimode fiber (OM3) : Up to 984 ft. (300 m)
Multimode fiber (OM4) : Up to 0.62 mi. (1 km)
Singlemode fiber (OS1): Up to 2.92 mi. (4.7 km), 6.21 mi. (10 km) (Optional)
・Anti-snow
・The number of I/Os can be customized
・Scaling (Scan converter output board)
・SDI loop-through output connector
DVI-D(HDMI) DVI-D(HDMI)
A B
INPUT
～ 1 4
INPUT
～ 5 8
A D
A D
～ 1 4
～ 5 8
OUTPUT
OUTPUT
A D
A D
FG
BREAKER
AC 100-240V
50/60Hz
S/N
OPTIONRS-232C LAN
UPDATE
ALARM
DVI-D(HDMI) DVI-D(HDMI) DVI-D(HDMI) DVI-D(HDMI)
A B C D
INPUT
SDI SDI SDI SDIA B C D
LOOP OUT INPUT LOOP OUT INPUT LOOP OUT INPUT LOOP OUT
LINK LINK LINK LINK
HDBaseTA B C DHDBaseT HDBaseT HDBaseT
[Fig. 3.1] Combination example of boards
■
Control input
・RS-232C
・LAN
■
Others
・EDID emulation
・Audio breakaway for independent audio and video switching (When MAU-1616 (Optional) is connected)
・I/O board and CPU board can be replaced without removing from rack
・Alarm output (Monitoring power source and fans)
・Preset memory
・Last memory
・Connection Reset
・Front key function lock
・RS-232C transmission (HDBaseT/Optic output board)
*1 Maximum resolution of optic I/O board: WUXGA (RB)

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4 Panels
4.1 Front panel
POWER
DIGITAL MATRIX SWITCHER
INPUT SELECT
123456
ALL 7 8
OUTPUT SELECT
FDX-08
123456
OFF 7 8
V&A VIDEO AUDIO
SWITCHING MODE
MENU/SET
ESC
SELECT MODE
OUTPUT
INPUT
PRESET
OUTPUT
INPUT
LOAD
⑩
⑤
①
⑪
⑨
⑥
⑦
⑧
④
③
②
[Fig. 4.1] Front panel drawing
[Table 4.1] Front panel features
# Feature Description
①POWER switch Powers ON/OFF the FDX
②LCD screen Displays menus and settings
③MENU/SET key Selects menus and edits/controls/saves settings
Applies the setting
④
ESC key
Ends the current menu setting
⑤
Arrow keys (▲, ▼, ◄, ►)
Switches menus, moves cursors and changes set values
⑥SWITCHING MODE key Selects a switching mode V&A (FDX and MAU-1616), VIDEO
(only FDX), AUDIO (only MAU-1616) for when I/O channel is
switched.
⑦Switching direction
selection key
Selects a switching direction (INPUT→OUTPUT or
OUTPUT→INPUT) when channels are being set.
⑧
Input channel selection
keys
Selects an input channel when I/O channels are being set.
Selects a preset memory number when ⑩(PRESET LOAD key) is
enabled.
⑨
Output channel selection
keys
Selects output channels when I/O channels are being set.
⑩PRESET LOAD key Enables/disables the loading preset memory mode
⑪I/O channel status display Displays selected I/O channels

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4.2 Rear panel
DVI-D(HDMI) DVI-D(HDMI)
A B
INPUT
～ 1 4
INPUT
～ 5 8
A D
A D
～ 1 4
～ 5 8
OUTPUT
OUTPUT
A D
A D
FG
BREAKER
AC 100-240V
50/60Hz
S/N
OPTIONRS-232C LAN
UPDATE
ALARM
DVI-D(HDMI) DVI-D(HDMI) DVI-D(HDMI) DVI-D(HDMI)
A B C D
INPUT
SDI SDI SDI SDIA B C D
LOOP OUT INPUT LOOP OUT INPUT LOOP OUT INPUT LOOP OUT
LINK LINK LINK LINK
HDBaseTA B C DHDBaseT HDBaseT HDBaseT
⑧
①
④, ⑤⑥
⑩ ⑪ ⑫ ⑬ ⑭ ⑮ ⑯
⑦
[Fig. 4.2] Rear panel drawing
[Table 4.2] Rear panel features
# Feature Description
①DVI input connector For DVI-I cables and DVI-D cables (analog signals cannot be
used). HDMI signals can be input using an HDMI-DVI conversion
cable.
②HDBaseT input connector Digital signals (Audio/Video) can be transmitted up to 328 ft.
(100 m) by using with HDC series transmitters.
③Optical input connector Digital (video/audio) signals can be transmitted up to 2.92 mi.
(4.7 km) (singlemode fiber) using the OPF-TH1000 and
FDX together.
④SDI input connector 3G-SDI/HD-SDI/SD-SDI signals can be input.
3G-SDI signals can be transmitted up to 1312 ft. (400 m)
over BELDEN RG-6 cable; Level A and Level B are
supported.
⑤SDI loop-through output
connector If the FDX is powered on, SDI signals can be output from the SDI loop-through output connector.
⑥DVI output connector For DVI-I cables and DVI-D cables (analog signals cannot be
used.)
HDMI signals can be output using an HDMI-DVI conversion cable.
⑦
HDBaseT output connector
Digital signals (Audio/Video) can be transmitted up to 328 ft.
(100 m) by using with HDC series receivers.
⑧Optical output connector Digital (video/audio) signals can be transmitted up to 2.92 mi.
(4.7 km) (singlemode fiber) using the OPF-RH1000 and
FDX together.
⑨RS-232 connector For external control using communication commands
⑩LAN connector For external control by communication commands or web
browsers
⑪Maintenance connector Factory use only

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[Table 4.3] Rear panel features (Cont’d)
# Feature Description
⑫ALARM connector By using a 2-pin terminal block, problems in cooling fans, supply
voltage, and I/O boards can be detected.
【See: 1 Included items】
【See: 6.2.5 Alarm】
【See: 8.10.4 Alarm [ALARM]】
⑬OPTION connector If the MAU-1616 (optional) is used, use the special cable.
Normally, please do not connect anything.
⑭BREAKER Turned OFF if a circuit is broken or a problem in circuit parts
occurs for some reason in order to prevent overcurrent into the
FDX. If the breaker is turned off, press the breaker. However, if the
breaker is turned off again, problems may have occurred in the
device. Please contact us.
⑮AC power connector For using with provided power cable
⑯Frame ground Use for bonding chassis to local ground. An M4 screw is used.

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4.3 Channel of output board
・An output board has four channels or two channels (scan converter output board).
・The channel numbers of scan converter output board are the first two channels only; the rest of two
channels cannot be set.
・In the configuration shown below, valid channels and invalid channels are as follows.
Digital scan converter output board: No.5 and 6 are valid; No.7 and 8 are not used.
DVI-D(HDMI) DVI-D(HDMI)
A B
INPUT
～ 1 4
INPUT
～
5 8
A D
A D
～
1 4
～ 5 8
OUTPUT
OUTPUT
A D
A D
FG
BREAKER
AC 100-240V
50/60Hz
S/N
OPTIONRS-232C LAN
UPDATE
ALARM
DVI-D(HDMI) DVI-D(HDMI) DVI-D(HDMI) DVI-D(HDMI)
A B C D
INPUT
SDI SDI SDI SDIA B C D
LOOP OUT INPUT LOOP OUT INPUT LOOP OUT INPUT LOOP OUT
LINK LINK LINK LINK
HDBaseTA B C DHDBaseT HDBaseT HDBaseT
1 2 3 4
5 6 Digital scan
converter output
board (2 outputs)
HDBaseT output
board (4 outputs)
[Fig. 4.3] Channel configuration of Output board

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5 System Configuration Example
Sink devices connected to HDC-R series and OPF-RH1000 via RS-232C can be controlled using
FDX’s HDBaseT output board or optic output board.
INPUT
～ 1 4
INPUT
～ 5 8
A D
A D
～ 1 4
～ 5 8
OUTPUT
OUTPUT
A D
A D
FG
BREAKER
AC 100-240V
50/60Hz
S/N
OPTIONRS-232C LAN
UPDATE
ALARM
DVI-D(HDMI) DVI-D(HDMI) DVI-D(HDMI) DVI-D(HDM I)
A B C D
LINK LINK LI NK LINK
HDBaseTA B C DHDBaseT HDBas eT HDBaseT
A
RX TX RX TX RX TX RX TX
B C D
OPTICAL O PTICAL OPT ICAL OPTI CAL
DVI
Projector
Monitor
HDBaseT output connection
Projector
Monitor
Optical output connection
PC
External device
Video/audio output
Speakers
Audio output
FDX-08
HDMI/DVI conversion cable
DVI cable
Cat5e/Cat6 cable
Fiber optic cable
RS-232C cable
Provided bus cable （D-Sub25-pin straight cable）
RCA cable
RS-232C
LAN Analog audio output
MAU-1616
Analog audio input
Audio input
CD player
OPF-RH1000
HDC-R series
HDMI
HDMI
HDMI cable
HDMI/DVI
RS-232C
RS-232C
HDMI/DVI
Blu-ray player
PC
DVI
Video/audio input
Industrial video device
Digital input
connection
SDI input
connection
Coaxial cable
SDI
[Fig. 5.1] Configuration example
IDK is providing various cables such as DVI cable, HDMI-DVI conversion cable, fiber optic cable, and twisted
pair cable. For details, please contact IDK sales or distributors.
For DVI cable, please use DVI-I or DVI-D single link cable (male connector) which supports DVI Rev1.0.
For twisted pair cable, please use UTP/STP cable which support Cat5e/Cat6 standard. IDK recommends our
CAT.5E HDC cable. For fiber optic cable, please use one duplex fiber or two simplex fibers which have LC
connectors and meet standards depending on extension distance. Please see “6.2 Cabling”.
Note:
If you connect an HDC device to send DVI signals that are protected by HDCP, use IDK’s HDBseT products
that supports DVI signals.