Extron electronics FOX 4G Matrix 14400, User Manual

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FOX 4G Matrix 14400 Switcher • Installation
Front Panel Features
FOX 4G MATRIX 14400
CONFIG
FIBER OPTIC DIGITAL MATRIX SWITCHER
POWER SUPPLY
PRIMARY
REDUNDANT
1 2
Figure 2-6 — Front panel configuration port
a
Configuration port — This 2.5 mm mini stereo jack serves the same serial
communications function as the rear panel Remote port (but RS-232 only),
but it is easier to access than the rear port after the matrix switcher has been
installed and cabled. The optional 9-pin D to 2.5 mm mini jack TRS RS-232
cable, part # 70-335-01 (figure 2-7), can be used for this connection.
6 feet
(1.8 m)
Part #
70-335-01
5
1
9
6
Sleeve (Gnd)
Ring
Tip
9-pin D Connection TRS Plug
Pin 2 Computer's RX line Tip
Pin 3 Computer's TX line Ring
Pin 5 Computer's signal ground Sleeve
Figure 2-7 — Optional 9-pin TRS RS-232 cable
N
This port is independent of the rear panel Remote port and is not affected by
changes to the rear panel port’s protocol. This front panel port’s protocol can be
changed under SIS command control only. See the Command/Response table for
IP-specific SIS commands, in chapter 3, “Programmer’s Guide”, to configure all
ports under SIS control.
N A front panel Configuration port connection and a rear panel Remote port
connection can both be active at the same time.
This port is RS-232 only, with its default protocols as follows:
• 9600 baud • no parity • 8 data bits
• 1 stop bit • no flow control
N
The maximum distances from the matrix switcher to the controlling device can
vary up to 200 ' (61 m). Factors such as cable gauge, baud rates, environment,
and output levels (from the switcher and the controlling device) all affect
transmission distance. Distances of about 50
' (15 m) are typically not a problem.
In some cases the matrix switcher may be capable of serial communications via
RS-232 up to 250
' (76 m) away.