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Black Box ACX1MT-ARE Matrix Switch Modular Interface Card - TAA Compliant I/O Expansion for DKM HD Video Systems
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Product Features
Product Overview
The Black Box ACX1MT-ARE Matrix Switch Modular Interface Card delivers flexible I/O expansion for professional AV and peripheral switching environments. This interface module operates as a transmitter or receiver card within the DKM HD Video and Peripheral Matrix Switching System, enabling extended connectivity over standard CATx or fiber optic cabling.
Designed for integration into modular housing chassis with 2, 4, 6, or 21 slots, this card supports RS232 serial control, analog audio signals, and USB 2.0 device connectivity. The modular architecture allows organizations to build customized matrix switching solutions that match specific application requirements without over-provisioning hardware.
Technical Overview
This interface card provides physical layer connectivity between the DKM matrix switch main board and peripheral devices located at distance. It converts signals for transmission over copper CATx cabling or through multimode/single-mode fiber optic links, maintaining signal integrity across extended runs.
The card's design emphasizes compatibility with existing infrastructure while delivering the protocol support needed for comprehensive AV system control. Each card requires connection to the system's main board for power and data routing, functioning as an expansion module rather than a standalone device.
Key Product Advantages
The ACX1MT-ARE card brings several distinct advantages to matrix switching deployments, starting with its flexible cabling options that eliminate distance limitations between control systems and peripheral devices.
Protocol Versatility
Simultaneously handles RS232 control signals, analog audio streams, and USB 2.0 device connectivity through a single interface card, reducing hardware requirements for multi-protocol environments.
- RS232 for device control
- Analog audio transmission
- USB 2.0 peripheral support
Modular Scalability
Integrates into the DKM system's modular chassis architecture, allowing incremental expansion as needs grow without replacing entire switching systems.
- 2 to 21 slot chassis compatibility
- Transmitter/receiver card flexibility
- Customizable slot configurations
Deployment / Use Cases
This interface card serves professional AV integration scenarios where centralized control of distributed peripherals is required. The DKM extender setup provides the widest range of possible combinations, making it easy to customize for specific applications ranging from corporate boardrooms to educational facilities.
Typical deployments include extending USB peripherals to lecterns or podiums, distributing analog audio signals to multiple zones, and providing RS232 control for displays or projectors from a central matrix switch. The system's modular nature supports everything from small conference rooms with 2-slot chassis to large installations utilizing the full 21-slot capacity.
Corporate AV Systems
Extend control and peripheral connectivity from equipment racks to conference tables, lecterns, and display locations throughout office environments.
Education & Training Facilities
Connect instructor stations to student work areas with reliable signal transmission over existing campus cabling infrastructure.
Highlights
- Modular interface card for DKM HD Video and Peripheral Matrix Switching System
- Supports RS232, analog audio, and USB 2.0 device connectivity
- Works over CATx cabling or multimode/single-mode fiber optic links
- Integrates into modular chassis with 2, 4, 6, or 21 slot configurations
- TAA compliant for government and educational procurement
- CE certified for European market deployment
- Manufactured in Germany with 2-year limited warranty
- Requires professional configuration through Black Box technical support
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Black Box Corporation |
| Manufacturer Part Number | ACX1MT-ARE |
| Brand Name | Black Box |
| Product Series | FX |
| Product Name | Matrix Switch Modular Interface Card |
| Product Type | Interface Module |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Compatibility | CE |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| TAA Compliant | Yes |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | 2 Year |
User Manual
FAQ
What cabling types does the ACX1MT-ARE interface card support?
The card supports transmission over standard CATx copper cabling (such as CAT5e or CAT6) as well as both multimode and single-mode fiber optic cabling. This flexibility allows integration with existing infrastructure while providing options for extended distance runs where fiber is preferred.
What types of devices and signals can this interface card handle?
This card supports three distinct signal types: RS232 serial control signals for device communication, analog audio signals for sound distribution, and USB 2.0 connectivity for peripheral devices. This multi-protocol capability reduces the need for separate interface cards for different signal types in mixed-environment deployments.
How does this card integrate with the DKM matrix switching system?
The ACX1MT-ARE functions as a transmitter or receiver interface card that requires connection to the DKM system's main board. It installs into modular housing chassis available in 2, 4, 6, or 21 slot configurations. The card does not operate as a standalone device but extends the switching capabilities of the main DKM matrix system.
What does TAA compliance mean for this product?
TAA (Trade Agreements Act) compliance indicates this product meets sourcing requirements for U.S. government procurement and educational institutions that must adhere to trade agreement regulations. The card's manufacturing in Germany supports its TAA compliant status, making it suitable for contracts requiring compliant products.
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