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TLX320 Matrix Switch Product Manual
thinklogical
Rev. I, May 2021
Each TLX320 I/O card has 16 SFP+ Modules
,
each mounted within a grounded, metal en-
closure. Each SFP is locked into its enclosure
with a built-in latch handle that can be opened
for removal or locked for installation (right).
The latch handle spans the two LC ports. Arrows
printed on the handle indicate which port is an
INPUT (
) and which is an OUTPUT (
).
SFP+ Latch Closed
SFP+ Latch Open
LC-Type Fiber-optic Cable
Installing Fiber-optic Cable:
The TLX320
switching matrix conn
ects any SFP’s optical
output port (Transmit) to any other S
FP’s optical
input port (Receive) with LC-type connectors.
OPTICAL OUTPUT PORT (Transmit)
OPTICAL INPUT PORT (Receive)
Requirements:
Thinklogical recommends LC-type, SX+ Laser Enhanced (50µm) fiber for your TLX320
KVM Matrix Switch and Extension System. OM4 Multi-mode fiber can extend up to a maximum of 400m
and Single-mode fiber can extend up to 80km.
T R
T R
LC
LC
◄Transmit
◄Receive
Handling Fiber-optic Cable:
Unlike copper cabling, fiber-optic cable requires special handling.
A small speck of dust or a scratch to the ferrule tip (the end of the connector) can attenuate the
optical signal, rendering the cable inoperable.
Warning!
The ends of the connectors
(the ferrule) should never contact any
foreign object, including fingertips.
Always install a dust cap immediately
on the ferrule of any unused fiber to
protect the tip.
Dust cap installed on the ferrule.
Warning!
Minimum bend diameter
must be no l
ess than 3”. Be careful
not to kink or pinch the fiber when
using ties.
3"
