FOX 500 Rx Retired

Fiber Optic Receiver for RGBHV, Audio, and RS-232

Key Features

Accepts fiber optic signals from a FOX Series transmitter and provides RGBHV, stereo audio, and RS-232 control signals
All-digital technology provides pixel-for-pixel performance with signals up to 1600x1200
Available as an 850 nm multimode model for moderate-range transmissions up to 2 km (1.25 miles) and a 1310 nm singlemode model for extreme distances up to 30 km (18.75 miles)
Real-time status LED indicators for troubleshooting and monitoring
Alarm notification for fiber link loss
Auto Input Memory

Model	Version Description	Part #
FOX 500 Tx/Rx MM	Multimode - Pair	60-746-01	Retired
FOX 500 Tx/Rx SM	Singlemode - Pair	60-746-02	Retired
FOX 500 Rx MM	Multimode - Receiver	60-746-21	Retired
FOX 500 Rx SM	Singlemode - Receiver	60-746-22	Retired

This product has been retired.

Suggested Replacement: FOXBOX Rx VGA

The Extron FOX 500 Rx Fiber Optic Receiver enables long haul transmission of RGBHV video, audio, and RS-232 control signals over a single fiber. Engineered for reliability and exceptional high resolution image performance, it uses Extron all-digital technology to deliver perfect pixel-for-pixel transmission of computer-video images up to UXGA 1600x1200 resolution. Designed specifically for AV systems, the FOX 500 Rx includes many integrator-friendly features such as image adjustments and calibration, dual RGB and audio outputs, RS-232 control, and real-time system monitoring.

The FOX 500 Rx is part of the extensive FOX Series of fiber optic products from Extron and is compatible with FOX Series HDMI, DVI Plus, DVI, VGA, and VGA/YUV transmitters. It can be used for simple point-to-point applications or in combination with FOX Series distribution amplifiers, switchers, and matrix switchers to handle the most challenging AV system designs, from a simple conference room to an enterprise-wide fiber optic distribution system.

The receiver is ideal for a wide range of applications requiring long distance transmission of high resolution content with the highest quality. Because transmission of content is inherently secure and immune to outside interference, fiber applications are favored in government, military, and medical environments. The receiver features industry standard LC-type connectivity.

The FOX 500 Rx is available in two versions, multimode and singlemode. The FOX 500 Rx MM supports multimode fiber at 850 nm, which is typically used within buildings or facilities with moderate-range transmission distances. The FOX 500 Rx SM supports singlemode as well as multimode fiber at 1310 nm. Singlemode fiber offers long-range transmission capability over extreme distances of up to 30 km (18.75 miles). It is used in very large facilities such as airports and stadiums, as well as connecting over very long distances between facilities such as university campuses.

Offering convenient integration into AV systems, the FOX 500 Rx features dual RGB and stereo audio outputs which reduces additional AV equipment requirements, as well as sync format conversion for RGBHV, RGBS, or RGsB output. When paired with the FOXBOX Tx VGA/YUV transmitter, the receiver output format follows the input format, RGBHV or HD component video.

The FOX 500 Rx and its corresponding transmitter can be controlled and configured using the RS-232 port on the transmitter. With a second fiber link installed, functions for both units can be controlled at either location. Since the units are typically situated far apart, this capability adds considerable versatility, enabling adjustment and calibration of video and audio at the receiver. It also allows for verification of fiber link status between the units as well as the presence of RGB and audio input signals at the transmitter.

Digital-to-Analog RGB Conversion

The FOX 500 Rx is ideal for AV systems that include a variety of digital and analog sources and displays. Pairing the receiver with a FOX Series HDMI, DVI Plus, or DVI transmitter provides easy conversion of HDMI/DVI-D signals to analog RGB.

Features

Accepts fiber optic signals from a FOX Series transmitter and provides RGBHV, stereo audio, and RS-232 control signals

Outputs: RGBHV, RGsB, or HD component video on BNCs and 15-pin HD; unbalanced stereo audio on 3.5 mm stereo mini jack and balanced stereo audio on captive screw connector — HD component video output is available when the receiver is paired with a FOXBOX Tx VGA/YUV transmitter and an HD component video source.

All-digital technology provides pixel-for-pixel performance with signals up to 1600x1200 — The FOX 500 Rx delivers pixel-for-pixel transmission of video signals to ensure optimal image quality at resolutions up to UXGA (1600x1200). Signal resolutions higher than UXGA can be accommodated, but will not be sampled at a 1:1 pixel ratio.

Available as an 850 nm multimode model for moderate-range transmissions up to 2 km (1.25 miles) and a 1310 nm singlemode model for extreme distances up to 30 km (18.75 miles)

Second fiber link enables bidirectional RS-232 pass-through, control from either location, and real-time system monitoring

Industry standard LC connectors provide reliable physical connectivity and precise fiber core alignment

Dual RGB and stereo audio outputs

Real-time status LED indicators for troubleshooting and monitoring — LEDs on the front panel verify the presence of RGB and audio signals at the transmitter as well as active fiber links between the units. Requires a second fiber link.

Alarm notification for fiber link loss — The FOX 500 Rx can be set up to trigger an external control system for immediate notification when a fiber link has been lost. Requires a second fiber link.

Auto Input Memory — When activated, the FOX 500 Rx automatically stores size, position, and detail settings based on the incoming signal. When the same signal is detected again, these image settings are automatically recalled from memory.

30 user memory presets — In addition to Auto Memory, 30 user memory presets are available for saving and recall of size, position, and detail information for multiple incoming sources. The ability to save and recall presets is useful in switcher-based environments.

Active PC audio to balanced audio interfacing

Audio muting capability

Front panel security lockout — This feature locks out all front panel functions; all functions however, are available through RS-232 control.

RS-232 control — The FOX 500 Rx features front and rear panel RS-232 serial ports for control and configuration.

Internal test patterns for calibration and setup — Three test patterns are available, including grayscale, color bars, and alternating pixels.

Auto-Image™ automatically optimizes output — A press of a button automatically adjusts the sizing, centering, and filtering to optimize the output image. This can save time and effort in fine tuning displayed images. Requires a second fiber link.

Compatible with Extron FOX Matrix Switchers for signal distribution systems up to 1000x1000 and larger

Compatible with Extron FOX Series distribution amplifiers and switchers

Compatible with Extron FOX Series HDMI, DVI Plus, DVI, VGA, and VGA/YUV transmitters

Rack-mountable 1U, half rack width metal enclosure

Highly reliable, energy-efficient internal universal power supply — The 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, international power supply provides worldwide power compatibility with high demonstrated reliability.

COMPATIBLE TRANSMITTERS
	FOXBOX Tx HDMI	Fiber Optic Transmitter for HDMI, Audio, and RS-232
	FOX T USW 203	Three Input Switcher with Buffered HDMI Output and Integrated Fiber Optic Transmitter for HDMI, VGA, Audio, & RS-232

COMPATIBLE TRANSMITTERS

FOXBOX Tx HDMI

Fiber Optic Transmitter for HDMI, Audio, and RS-232

FOX T USW 203

Three Input Switcher with Buffered HDMI Output and Integrated Fiber Optic Transmitter for HDMI, VGA, Audio, & RS-232

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
	MBD 129	Through-Desk Mount Kit for 1/4 or 1/2 Rack Width, Two-Piece Enclosures
	MBU 125	Low-Profile Mount Kit for 1/4 and 1/2 Rack Width, Two-Piece Enclosures
	RSB 129	Basic Rack Shelf for 9.5" Deep Products
	RSU 129	Universal Rack Shelf Kit for 9.5" Deep Products

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

MBD 129

Through-Desk Mount Kit for 1/4 or 1/2 Rack Width, Two-Piece Enclosures

MBU 125

Low-Profile Mount Kit for 1/4 and 1/2 Rack Width, Two-Piece Enclosures

RSB 129

Basic Rack Shelf for 9.5" Deep Products

RSU 129

Universal Rack Shelf Kit for 9.5" Deep Products

SIMILAR PRODUCTS
	FOXBOX Rx VGA	Fiber Optic Receiver for VGA, Audio, and RS-232

SIMILAR PRODUCTS

FOXBOX Rx VGA

Fiber Optic Receiver for VGA, Audio, and RS-232

Specifications

FOX 500 Rx

NOTE	The FOX 500 Rx is a receiver with one or two fiber optic cables linking it to a transmitter.

NOTE	The analog RGB input signal is digitized pixel for pixel in the transmitter, sent digitally through the fiber cable, and converted back to analog RGB in the receiver.

NOTE	The analog audio signals are digitized in the transmitter, sent through the fiber cable, and converted back to analog audio in the receiver.

NOTE	This receiver is a class 1 laser product. It meets the safety regulations of IEC-60825.

Optical fiber interconnection between transmitter and receiver

Number/type

1 or 2 fiber optic

NOTE	Only one fiber is required to transmit video, audio, and unidirectional data. A second fiber is required to transmit return data for bidirectional control and communication.

Connectors

2 LC connectors

Operating distance

Singlemode

30 km (18.75 miles) with singlemode (SM) cables with an SM unit

Multimode

300 m (985') with 62.5 µm OM1 multimode (MM) cables with an MM unit
1 km (3280') with 50 µm OM2 multimode (MM) cables with an MM unit
2 km (6561') with 50 µm OM3/OM4 laser optimized multimode cable with an MM unit

NOTE	Operating distance is approximate. These are typical maximum distances that may vary depending on factors such as fiber type, fiber bandwidth, connector splicing, losses, modal or chromatic dispersion, environmental factors, and kinks.

Nominal peak wavelength

850 nm for MM units, 1310 nm for SM units

Data rate

4.25 Gbps

Transmission power

-5 dBm, typical

Maximum receiver sensitivity

Singlemode

-18 dBm, typical

Multimode

-12 dBm, typical

Optical loss budget

Singlemode

13 dB, maximum

Multimode

7 dB, maximum

Video

Number/signal type

VGA-UXGA RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB, RsGsBs, or HD component

Gain

Unity

Pixel data bit depth

8 bits per channel, 3 channels (R, G, B)

Maximum resolution

1600x1200 or 1080p @ 60 Hz, digitized pixel for pixel; higher resolutions up to 2048x1120, undersampled

Video output

Number/signal type

2 VGA-UXGA RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB, RsGsBs (follows input or can be set by user)

Connectors

1 x 6 female BNC and (1) female 15-pin HD

Nominal level

0.7 Vp-p for RGB

Minimum/maximum levels

0.3 V to 1.5 Vp-p

Impedance

75 ohms

Return loss

-40 dB @ 5 MHz

DC offset

±5 mV with input at 0 offset

Video delay

1-2 frames

Sync

Output type

RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB, RsGsBs (follows input or can be set by user), or component video

Output level

TTL: 5.0 Vp-p, unterminated, on HV, for RGBHV, RGBS
0.3 Vp-p for component video (bi-level sync, unterminated) or for Gs (SOG), terminated
0.6 Vp-p for component video (tri-level sync)

Output impedance

75 ohms

Polarity

Positive or negative (follows input or can be set by user)

Audio

Gain

Range

Adjustable, -18 dB to +10 dB

Default

Captive screw connector

Unbalanced output: -6 dB; balanced output: 0 dB

Mini stereo jack

Unbalanced output: 0 dB

Frequency response

20 Hz to 20 kHz, ±0.5 dB

THD + Noise

0.10% @ 1 kHz at nominal level

S/N

>80 dB at maximum output (unweighted)

CMRR

65 dB @ 20 Hz to 20 kHz

Audio bits per sample

18 bits per channel, 2 channels (L, R)

Sampling rate

48 kHz

Audio output

Number/signal type

2 buffered outputs: 1 balanced stereo; 1 unbalanced stereo or 2 unbalanced mono

Connectors

(1) 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 5 pole
(1) 3.5 mm mini stereo jack

Impedance

50 ohms unbalanced, 100 ohms balanced

Nominal level

+4 dBu (1.23 Vrms), -10 dBV (316 mVrms)

Maximum level (Hi-Z)

>+19 dBu, unbalanced at 1% THD+N

Maximum level (600 ohm)

>+15 dBm, unbalanced at 1% THD+N

Audio delay

1.5 frames

Control/remote

Serial control ports

Control

1 RS-232, 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 5 pole (3 pins are used) (rear panel)
1 RS-232, 2.5 mm mini stereo jack (front panel)

Pass-through

1 RS-232, 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 5 pole (3 pins are used) (rear panel)

Baud rate and protocol

Control

9600 baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity

Pass-through

9600 to 115,200 baud

Serial control pin configurations

Captive screw connectors: 1 = Tx, 2 = Rx, 3 = GND
Mini stereo jack: tip = Tx, ring = Rx, sleeve = GND

Program control

Extron control/configuration program for Windows^®
Extron Simple Instruction Set (SIS^™)

General

Power supply

Internal
Input: 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz

Power consumption

10.9 watts

Ambient temperature/humidity

Storage: -40 to +158 °F (-40 to +70 °C) / 10% to 90%, noncondensing
Operating: +32 to +122 °F (0 to +50 °C) / 10% to 90%, noncondensing

Cooling

Convection, vents on top and sides

Mounting

Rack mount

Yes, with optional rack shelf kit

Furniture mount

Yes, with optional under desk mounting kit

Enclosure type

Metal

Enclosure dimensions

1.7" H x 8.7" W x 9.5" D (1U high, half rack wide)
(4.3 cm H x 22.1 cm W x 24.1 cm D)
(Depth excludes connectors and knobs.)

Product weight

2.3 lbs (1.0 kg) per unit, 4.6 lbs (2.1 kg) per pair

Shipping weight

4 lbs (2 kg) per unit, 8 lbs (4 kg) per pair

Vibration

ISTA 1A in carton (International Safe Transit Association)

Regulatory compliance

Safety

CE, c-UL, UL

EMI/EMC

CE, C-tick, FCC Class A, ICES, VCCI

Product warranty

3 years parts and labor

NOTE	All nominal levels are at ±10%.

NOTE	Specifications are subject to change without notice.

(8.1-112514-D2)

FOX 500 Rx Retired

Digital-to-Analog RGB Conversion

Features

Specifications

Diagram

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