Fiber Matrix 6400 Retired

Modular Fiber Optic Matrix Switcher from 8x8 to 64x64
Key Features
  • I/O sizes from 8x8 to 64x64
  • Compatible with all FOX Series transmitters and receivers
  • Multimode and singlemode I/O boards available
  • Multi-rate SDI I/O board available
  • Modular, field-upgradeable and hot-swappable design
  • Dual redundant and hot-swappable power supplies
The Extron Fiber Matrix 6400
Model Version Description Part #
 Fiber Matrix 6400 Frame Modular Fiber Optic Frame 60-878-01 Retired
 Fiber Matrix 6400 Power Supply Kit Replacement Power Supply Kit 70-648-01 Retired
 Fiber Matrix 6400 Single Blank Plate Blank Plate - Single I/O Slot 70-651-01 Retired
 Fiber Matrix 6400 Double Blank Plate Blank Plate - Double I/O Slot 70-652-01 Retired

This product has been retired.
Suggested Replacement
FOX Matrix 7200

The Extron Fiber Matrix 6400 is a high performance, modular fiber optic matrix switcher for complete, end-to-end digital AV signal transmission and routing over fiber optic cable. The Fiber Matrix 6400 is expandable from 8x8 up to 64x64, and is fully compatible with the FOX Series of fiber optic transmitters and receivers. Supporting rates up to 4.25 Gbps, it accepts and routes standard definition video, high resolution computer-video, DVI-D, and multi-rate SDI. Equipped with the integration-friendly features common to Extron matrix switchers, together with hot-swappable I/O boards, real-time system monitoring, and redundant, hot-swappable power supplies, the Fiber Matrix 6400 delivers highly reliable, enterprise-wide switching of fiber optic AV and control signals for any mission-critical environment.

Fiber Matrix Architecture

The Fiber Matrix 6400 is a modular design featuring eight board slots. Each slot accepts a Fiber Matrix I/O Board having eight ports populated with LC-type fiber optic connectors. Two versions of the board are available. The Fiber Matrix I/O Board - MM supports multimode fiber at 850 nm, which is typically used within buildings or facilities with moderate-range transmission distances. The Fiber Matrix I/O Board - SM supports singlemode as well as multimode fiber at 1310 nm. Singlemode fiber offers long-range transmission capability over extreme distances of several kilometers or miles. It is used in very large facilities such as hospitals and stadiums, and for connecting over very long distances between facilities such as university campuses.

The Fiber Matrix 6400 can be configured with all or some of the board slots occupied. The I/O boards are hot-swappable and may be added at any time in the field for easy and quick upgradeability or expansion. The Fiber Matrix 6400 also accommodates any combination of singlemode or multimode I/O boards. This can allow, for example, a multimode fiber link input to the matrix switcher from a multimode transmitter, and a singlemode output from the switcher for transmission over extreme distances to a singlemode receiver.

I/O Configuration

Each fiber optic port comprises two individual fiber links. In the standard I/O configuration for the Fiber Matrix 6400, these links are defined as a separate input and a separate output. Therefore, up to 64 single fiber link inputs and 64 single fiber link outputs are possible when configuring and controlling the matrix switcher with the Extron control software.

However, through RS-232 serial control, each fiber optic connection can also be defined as a “linked” input or output, with the two fiber optic links supporting bidirectional capabilities for a FOX Series product. Any group of linked connections, anywhere on the rear panel can function as inputs or outputs, enabling the creation of a custom I/O configuration. For example, a Fiber Matrix 6400, populated with two I/O boards and 16 available linked connections, may be operated as a 12x4 bidirectional switcher. In the standard I/O configuration, these same two boards would support 16x16 switching with single fiber link inputs and outputs. For added flexibility, the
Fiber Matrix 6400 can function with a combination of linked and single fiber link inputs and outputs.

Multi-Rate SDI Signal Switching and Distribution

The Fiber Matrix 6400 3G HD-SDI Board is available as an option for the Fiber Matrix 6400, and enables connection to local multi-rate SDI-equipped devices. This board offers an 8x8 configuration for switching and distribution of multi-rate SDI signals up to 2.97 Gbps, including SDI, HD-SDI, and 3G-SDI. With this board, the Fiber Matrix 6400 can be configured as a dedicated multi-rate SDI matrix switcher up to 64x64, or for a combination of multi-rate SDI and fiber optic matrix switching. The Fiber Matrix 6400 3G HD-SDI Board is compliant with SMPTE 259M, 292M, 424M, and ITU digital video standards. The board is hot-swappable, and each input and output is individually buffered to maximize performance with virtually no crosstalk. To optimize SDI signal transmission to and from the board, input signals are automatically equalized, and output signals are reclocked.

The Fiber Matrix 6400 3G HD-SDI Board enables a local BNC connection to the FOX HD-SDI Fiber Optic Extender for Multi-Rate SDI. Incoming multi-rate SDI signals from the FOX HD-SDI can then be routed to the board's BNC outputs, or through the fiber optic outputs to remote FOX HD-SDI units. Similarly, incoming fiber optic signals from the FOX HD-SDI can be output on fiber or BNC. In broadcast and production applications, a multi-rate SDI-equipped Fiber Matrix 6400, together with several FOX HD-SDI units, offers expanded opportunities for system integration. For example, the Fiber Matrix 6400 can be used to route signals to and from local editing equipment, while also providing the capability to receive or transmit multi-rate SDI signals very long distances to devices in remote locations, such as cameras and production monitors.

Familiar, Integrator Friendly Matrix Switcher Features

The front panel offers the QS-FPC™ - QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller with tri-color backlit buttons as a standard feature. Once the I/O virtualization has been defined, up to four smaller sub-switchers can be created by dividing up the matrix. For example, a portion of the switching may be dedicated to HD-SDI signals. Additionally, 32 memory presets are available for saving and recalling commonly used input and output ties. Furthermore, a rooming feature enables the creation of 10 rooms by groups of outputs, each with separate presets.

Self-Monitoring and Hot-Swappable

The Fiber Matrix 6400 is designed for optimum performance and reliability in applications requiring continuous operations 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, such as in government, military, and medical installations. A real-time monitoring system continuously provides self-diagnostics of the I/O boards, fiber links, power supplies, internal fans, and general functions of the switcher. LED indicators on each I/O board provide a quick verification of input signal presence as well as the status of fiber links with the transmitters and receivers. The Fiber Matrix 6400 can be configured to trigger an external control system or generate e-mail alerts when an inbound fiber link has been lost.

Each I/O board is hot-swappable so that the matrix switcher can be serviced or reconfigured without interrupting all signal routing by powering down the unit. The Fiber Matrix 6400 also features dual redundant and hot-swappable power supplies to ensure continuous, uninterrupted power.

Control

The Fiber Matrix 6400 offers convenient user control through the standard front panel controller. Remote system access for configuration, I/O virtualization, operation, and monitoring is available through the front and rear panel RS-232 serial control ports and IP Link® Ethernet control. The Fiber Matrix 6400 is also compatible with the MKP 3000 X-Y Remote Control Panel that provides a convenient user interface to control the matrix switcher from remote locations.