System information

Vicon MX Hardware System Reference 6-1
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6MX Link
This chapter describes the physical structure of the MX Link, including
its connections to other Vicon MX components.
Important
This chapter applies only to MX systems containing an MX Link (generally,
those supplied before August 2006). Later systems use the MX Ultranet,
which is made of lead-free components to comply with environmental
regulations. For details of that replacement MX unit, see
Chapter 9 MX Ultranet.
The MX Link is optional in Vicon MX prior to the introduction of the
MX Ultranet. It connects two to four MX Nets. Gigabit Ethernet
communication between the MX Net and MX Link ensures adequate
data flow for high marker counts in real time. If included in the
system, the MX Link routes all communication to and from the host
PC and timing/synchronization signals to all MX Nets (which connect
all cameras and devices to the system) and any other MX Links. For
further details, see Chapter 7 MX Net and Chapter 5 MX Host PC.
Using a fully populated MX Link in conjunction with four fully
populated MX Nets enables a total of 32 cameras and alternative
devices to be connected. You can add additional MX Links to your
Vicon MX architecture to meet your needs.
The MX Link is a 1U unit that can be rack-, wall-, or floor-mounted
and stacked either horizontally or vertically.
MX Link Front Panel
Figure 6-1 illustrates the front panel of the MX Link.
Figure 6-1: MX Link front panel
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