3. Product Overview
MX-FR Series Modular Matrix Frames – User's Manual
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Applied CPU2 firmware: v3.5.7b8 | LDC software: v2.5.17b2
3.14.
Electrical Connections
The sections below describe all possible electrical connections of a hybrid router. Please note that the
availability of some connection types depend on your modular configuration, as different boards have
different connectors.
3.14.1.
Power Connections
Mains Power
Certain frames have redundant power supplies. Every PSU has its own standard IEC
power connector and works with 100 to 240 Volts AC, 50 Hz or 60 Hz power source. See
section for more information.
#power
#redundancy
Frame type
PSU location
Number of PSUs
Output/PSU (max)
MX-FR9
built-in
1
160W
MX-FR9R
built-in
2
350W
MX-FR17
built-in
1
160W
MX-FR17R
built-in
2
350W
MX-FR33L
built-in
1
250W
MX-FR33R
hot swappable
2
160W
MX-FR65R
hot swappable
3
850W
MX-FR80R
hot swappable
3
850W
DC IN Connector for TPS Boards
A 2-pole Phoenix connector is used for 12V DC input for TP and TPS boards and
48V for TPS2 boards. External power adaptor is needed when I/O boards power
TP or TPS extenders remotely.
WARNING!
Use only power adaptors taken from Lightware. Warranty void if
damage occurs due to use of a different power source.
Compatible Plug Type
Phoenix
®
Combicon series (3.5mm pitch), type: MC 1.5/2-ST-3.5.
12V
48V
Pin nr.
Signal
(TP and TPS boards)
Signal
(TPS2 boards)
1
GND
GND
2
12V DC
48V DC
3.14.2.
Video Inputs and Outputs
DVI Inputs and Outputs
29 pole DVI-I connectors, however, internally connected pins vary by input board
type. This way, users can plug in any DVI connector, but keep in mind that analog
signals (such as VGA or RGBHV) are processed only on certain boards.
INFO:
Always use high quality DVI cables for connecting sources and displays.
DVI Outputs
29 pole DVI-I connectors for outputs only have digital pins internally connected. This way, users can plug
in any DVI connector, but keep in mind that analog signals (such as VGA or RGBHV) are NOT available on
outputs.
Fiber Cable Powering
DVI outputs are able to supply 500 mA current on DDC +5V output (pin 14 on output connectors) which is
sufficient to supply power to hybrid fiber optical DVI cables. Standard DVI outputs usually supply only 55 mA
current on +5V output, thus are unable to directly power a fiber optical cable.
INFO:
The matrix router does not check if the connected sink (monitor, projector or other equipment)
supports Hotplug or EDID signals, but outputs the selected signal immediately after switch command.
HDMI Inputs and Outputs
Boards with HDMI ports provide standard 19-pole HDMI connectors for inputs and
outputs. Always use high quality HDMI cables for connecting sources and displays.
3.14.3.
Audio Inputs and Outputs
S/PDIF Digital Audio Input and Output
Certain interface boards have standard RCA receptacles for digital coaxial audio inputs and outputs.
ATTENTION!
Plugs and sockets on consumer equipment are conventionally color-coded by
CEA/CEDIA-863-B (ANSI) to aid correct connections. According to the standard Lightware uses
orange colored RCA connectors for S/PDIF signals.
Analog Stereo Audio Input and Output
Certain interface boards have standard RCA receptacles for analog stereo audio inputs and
outputs. Inputs and outputs work with standard line-in and line-out voltage levels.
ATTENTION!
Plugs and sockets on consumer equipment are conventionally color-coded
by CEA/CEDIA-863-B (ANSI) to aid correct connections. According to the standard Lightware uses red
colored RCA connectors for the right channel of analog stereo audio signals and white colored RCA
connectors for the left channel of analog stereo audio signals.
