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TLX48 2RU Matrix Switch Product Manual
thinklogical
Rev. B, May 2022
Section 1: TLX System Features
The Logical Solution
The TLX48 2RU is a 10G high-performance, modular, non-blocking Matrix Switch that supports full,
uncompressed 4K video with full-color depth at 60Hz frame-rate for complete, end-to-end routing
of video and peripheral signals over multi-mode or single-mode fiber-optic cable, all within a one-
third reduction in weight and form factor from its predecessor.
This reliable and resilient Matrix Switch is expandable from 24x24 to 48x48, allowing for flexible
deployment configurations. In addition, the TLX Matrix Switches provide mission critical dependability and
unrivalled signal integrity. The protocol agnostic switch supports DVI, SDI, HD-SDI, Dual-link DVI, Dual-
link SDI, USB HID, USB 2.0 and audio.
The TLX48 2RU is available with multi-mode and single-mode LC-type fiber connectors, pg
.
.
Hybrid Switching Solution
For Uncompressed, High-Resolution Video & KVM Systems
TLX Matrix Switches are
protocol agnostic
, supporting most video, audio and peripheral signals and allow
users to consolidate all their system switching requirements in a single chassis. TLX Matrix Switches are
ideal for small or large system applications, with switch sizes ranging from
12 ports to 1280 ports
. Each
port supports
10Gbps
bandwidth, preserving signal integrity to provide
uncompressed, high-resolution
video
with no artifacts, latency or lost frames. Thinklogical’s re-clocking technology ensures that every
video and data stream is delivered in perfect synchronization.
Security
Creating physical separation between potential threats (users) and the target (secure data) is essential to
a secure system design. System administrators can safeguard sources in a centralized location, allowing
users to maintain remote access to the sources, but with no means to breach the system, either
accidentally or intentionally (such as downloading sensitive information onto a USB drive).
Thinklogical’s
system permits users to
access sources up to 80 kilometers away, with no performance degradation
.
Partitioned and Restricted Switching
To
protect data between multiple networks
, partitioning allows the switch resources to be divided to
support more than one network without allowing switching between networks. Restricted switching allows
the administrator to manage access on a port-by-port basis. Partitioned and restricted switching is enabled
through the switch’s firmware, which means a threat would have to physically access the switch to tamper
with the settings. (See
Appendix C: Secure Applications
on pg.
Note: CATx Matrix Switching applications do not offer an EAL4 rated level of security.
CATx is not available with the TLX48 2RU, TLX80, TLX160, TLX640 or TLX1280.
Resiliency
TLX Matrix Switches are designed to maximize system uptime. The modular approach allows users to
hot-swap all critical system components
, including power supplies (in dual supply models), fan tray,
control cards, annunciator module, input/output cards and pluggable optics. Furthermore, the system can
be easily reconfigured, such as adding an additional input/output card, without ever turning off the switch
or interrupting active signals.
Redundant and current-sharing power supplies
ensure continuous,
uninterrupted power to the switch. Matrix switches are also configurable to include
redundant control
cards with automatic fail-over
. Strategically placed sensors and alarms provide real-time monitoring and
diagnostics of critical switch functions.
