Extron Electronics Matrix 12800 Series User Guide - Manual (Page 13)

Introduction, cont’d
Matrix 12800 Switchers • Introduction 1-6
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Operational reliability — The Matrix 12800 can support round-the-clock operation
in mission-critical applications, using a combination of self-diagnosis, hot-
swappable components, and optional redundant components.
• Advanced computer-aided diagnostics — The Matrix 12800 performs self
diagnostics, 24 hours a day, of the I/O cards, primary and redundant power
supply voltages, controller cards, cooling status, and the overall functional
status of the matrix. The status can be monitored off-site for unmanned
applications via the Ethernet or RS-232/RS-422 communications ports.
• Dual redundant, hot swappable controller cards — The primary and
redundant controller cards are internally mounted. The primary and
redundant controller cards can each initiate configuration changes or other
matrix switcher operations. Each card has an RS-232/RS-422 port for
connection of a PC or control system. Redundant controllers mean zero
downtime for the system. There is no loss of functionality should one of the
controller cards fail. A failed controller card is easily replaceable through the
front door with no tools required. Hot swappable controllers allow the user to
replace either at any time — without powering down the matrix.
• Dual redundant, hot swappable power supplies — The internally mounted
primary and redundant power supplies are configured to automatically switch
over from a primary supply to a hot redundant supply in the case of a failure.
The complete power circuit, from the plug, through the power supplies, to
the insertion of the power onto the power distribution plane, is separate
and redundant (figure 1-3). If the installation includes uninterruptible or
completely separate power sources, the switcher remains powered up through
any power interruption short of a simultaneous loss of power on both power
sources.
AC
Power
Primary
Power
Supply
A
Redundant
Power
Supply
A
Primary
Power
Supply
B
Redundant
Power
Supply
B
AC
Power
Figure 1-3 — Redundant power supply backs up primary
The ready hot redundant power supplies mean zero downtime for the system
and no loss of functionality should one of the primary supplies fail. Should
a primary power supply fail, the redundant power supply immediately
assumes the load of the failed primary supply. A failed power supply is easily
replaceable through the front door at any time — without powering down the
matrix, and with no tools required.