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VX-HDMI-IP-MTX VX-HDMI-IP-UTX VX-HDMI-IP-VTX
VX-HDMI-IP-MRX VX-HDMI-IP-URX VX-HDMI-IP-VRX
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MediaCento IPX
Extend audio and video signals via an existing LAN.
®
BLACK BOX
Distribute HDMI video to an unlimited number of displays using
IP multicast or make eye-catching video walls of up to 8 x 8 displays.
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Trademarks Used in this Manual Trademarks Used in this Manual Black Box and the Double Diamond logo are registered trademarks, and MediaCento is a trademark, of BB Technologies, Inc. Bonjour and Apple are registered trademarks of Apple, Inc. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. UL is a registered trademark of Underwriters’ Laboratories. Any other trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowledged to be the property of the trademark owners. Page 2 724-746-5500 | bl
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FCC RFI Statement FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION AND INDUSTRY CANADA RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy, and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause inter ference to radio communication. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart B of Part 15 of FC
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NOM Statement 4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas. 5. El aparato eléctrico no deberá ser usado cerca del agua—por ejemplo, cerca de la tina de baño, lavabo, sótano mojado o cerca de una alberca, etc. 6. El aparato eléctrico debe ser usado únicamente con carritos o pedestales que sean recomendados por el fabricante. 7. El aparato eléctrico debe ser montado a la pared o al techo sólo como sea recomendado por el fabricante. 8. Servicio—El usuario no debe intentar d
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NOM Statement 16. El cable de corriente deberá ser desconectado del cuando el equipo no sea usado por un largo periodo de tiempo. 17. Cuidado debe ser tomado de tal manera que objectos liquidos no sean derramados sobre la cubierta u orificios de ventilación. 18. Servicio por personal calificado deberá ser provisto cuando: A: El cable de poder o el contacto ha sido dañado; u B: Objectos han caído o líquido ha sido derramado dentro del aparato; o C: El aparato ha sido expuesto a la lluvia; o
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Table of Contents Table of Contents 1. Specifications ..................................................................................................8 2. Overview ...................................................................................................9 2.1 Introduction ............................................................................................ 9 2.2 Available Models ....................................................................................9 2.3 F
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Table of Contents 6.2 Accessing the Web Interface for a Transmitter or Receiver with an IP Address .............................................................33 7. Video Wall Features ......................................................................................34 8. Troubleshooting ............................................................................................ 41 8.1 Problems/Solutions ...............................................................................
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Chapter 1: Specifications 1. Specifications ® Compliance — FCC, TUV, CE, UL , CSA, RoHS, WEEE Default IP Address — 169.254.x.x (with no DHCP address) NOTE: To find the IP address of any receiver, simply connect to monitor and power up to get IP address. To find the IP address of any other receiver or transmitter, use Telnet to connect to any device in the system and use a “node-list” command or connect with the serial interface. Efficiency Level — Level IV Heat Dissipation — 3.41 BTU/hr. HD
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Chapter 2: Overview 2. Overview 2.1 Introduction The HDMI over LAN Extender is a perfect solution for audio and video signal extension via an existing Local Area Network (LAN) system. With multicast technology, one local unit can drive multiple remote units with no extra network load. There are 16 selectable channels that can be used to transmit to multiple receivers. In a network that supports IGMP (Layer 2 or Layer 3 switches), each channel can connect to 64 displays in video wall app
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Chapter 2: Overview • HDTV compatible; support 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 720i. • Compatible with popular screen resolutions: XGA, SXGA, UXGA, WSXGA. 2.3.2 Multicast and Video Wall Transmitter and Receiver Functions • Each transmitter can be multicast to up to 250 displays in multicast applications. • Use an IGMP network to prevent network flooding. 2.3.3 Video Wall Transmitter and Receiver Exclusive Functions The Video Wall versions enable video and audio to be sent to 250 outputs via IP. While it
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Chapter 2: Overview VX-HDMI-IP-VTX also has: • (1) MediaCento IPX Video Wall Transmitter • (1) DB9 F to RJ-11 adapter • (1) RJ-11 to RJ-11 cable VX-HDMI-IP-VRX also has: • (1) MediaCento IPX Video Wall Receiver 2.5 Additional Items You Will Need • HDCP-compliant monitors with HDMI interface for the HDCP video source • CAT5/5e/6 UTP cable (EIA/TIA 568B industry-standard compliant) • Layer 2 or 3 switches with IGMP or a dedicated network 2.6 Hardware Description NOTE: All six transmitter/recei
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Chapter 2: Overview 6 7 8 9 Figure 2-2. Transmitter back panel. 10 Figure 2-3. Transmitter top panel. Page 12 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com
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Chapter 2: Overview Table 2-1. Components of the Transmitters. Number Component Description 1 Barrel connector for power Links to power supply 2 Reset button System reset Connects to the 10-/100-/ 3 RJ-45 jack 1000-Mbps network switch 4 Video connector Connects to the HDMI source Flashing: Connected to network 5 Network Status LED Goes off once: Abnormal 6 Function button See Section 2.6.4. Set up an identical position for all 7 Rotary switch units 8 RJ-12 connector Serial port 1: For system c
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Chapter 2: Overview 2.6.2 Receivers 5 1 2 3 4 Figure 2-4. Receiver front panel. 6 7 8 9 Figure 2-5. Receiver back panel. Page 14 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com
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Chapter 2: Overview 10 Figure 2-6. Receiver top panel. 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 15
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Chapter 2: Overview Table 2-2. Components of the Receivers. Number Component Description 1 Barrel connector for power Links to power supply 2 Reset button System reset Connects to the 10-/100-/ 3 RJ-45 jack 1000-Mbps network switch 4 Video connector Connects to the HDMI monitor Flashing: Connected to network 5 Network Status LED Goes off once: Abnormal 6 Function button See Section 2.6.4. Set up an identical position for all 7 Rotary switch units 8 RJ-12 connector Serial port 1: For system con
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Chapter 2: Overview source, cable, and display device used. Low-quality cables degrade output signals, causing elevated noise levels. Use the proper cable and make sure the display device can handle the resolution and refresh rate selected. NOTE: The system will disable the video output signal when it detects non-HDCP- compliant display(s) trying to play on the HDCP video source. All the connected output displays MUST be HDCP compliant when the video source is HDCP compliant. 2.6.4 Functio
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Chapter 2: Overview 2.6.5 EDID Copy Copying the EDID will enable the receiver to send correct resolutions to your output. Although the default EDID will work in most cases, some monitors will not work with it. NOTE: EDID copy is required for DVI monitors. To copy the EDID: 1. To copy EDID from a specific receiver to a specific transmitter, both receiver and transmitter must be configured to the same channel. 2. Hold down the function button on the receiver and plug in the power. 3. C ontinu
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Chapter 3: Installation 3. Installation WARNINGS: Make sure that all devices are powered off before connecting to the unit. Make sure all devices you will connect are properly grounded. Place cables away from fluorescent lights, air conditioners, and machines. NOTE: EDID copy is required for DVI monitors. Installing the Transmitter and Receiver 1. Connect a video source (PC, Blu-ray, etc.) to the Transmitter/Sender Unit. 2. Connect the monitor to the Receiver Unit with an HDMI cable. NOTE: IF
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Chapter 4: Configuration 4. Configuration 4.1 Basic Configuration The rotary switch on each device decides the channel of the device when booting. For a receiver or receivers to connect to a transmitter, they must be on the same channel. Each transmitter should be on a separate switch setting and the receivers should be on the same switch setting as the desired transmitter. After you change the switch setting, you must reboot the device for the changes to take effect. 4.2 Advanced Configurati
