Black Box AVX-VGA-WI User Manual

Micro Wireless VGA Presentation Tool

Transform your wired projector into a high-end
wireless projector.

Includes plug-and-show, and 4-to-1 split screen.

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FCC and IC RFI Statements

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 FCC rules,
which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference, in which case the user at his own
expense will be required to take whatever measures may be necessary to correct the interference.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emis sion from digital apparatus set out in the Radio
Interference Regulation of Industry Canada.

Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de
la classe A prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique publié par Industrie Canada.

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NOM Statement

Instrucciones de Seguridad
(Normas Oficiales Mexicanas Electrical Safety Statement)

1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado.

2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para referencia futura.

3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones de operación deben ser respetadas.

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 dar servicio al equipo eléctrico más allá a lo descrito en las instrucciones de operación.
Todo otro servicio deberá ser referido a personal de servicio calificado.

9. El aparato eléctrico debe ser situado de tal manera que su posición no interfiera su uso. La colocación del aparato eléctrico
sobre una cama, sofá, alfombra o superficie similar puede bloquea la ventilación, no se debe colocar en libreros o gabinetes
que impidan el flujo de aire por los orificios de ventilación.

10. El equipo eléctrico deber ser situado fuera del alcance de fuentes de calor como radiadores, registros de calor, estufas u otros

aparatos (incluyendo amplificadores) que producen calor.

11. El aparato eléctrico deberá ser connectado a una fuente de poder sólo del tipo descrito en el instructivo de operación, o como

se indique en el aparato.

12. Precaución debe ser tomada de tal manera que la tierra fisica y la polarización del equipo no sea eliminada.

13. Los cables de la fuente de poder deben ser guiados de tal manera que no sean pisados ni pellizcados por objetos colocados

sobre o contra ellos, poniendo particular atención a los contactos y receptáculos donde salen del aparato.

14. El equipo eléctrico debe ser limpiado únicamente de acuerdo a las recomendaciones del fabricante.

15. En caso de existir, una antena externa deberá ser localizada lejos de las lineas de energia.

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
D: El aparato parece no operar normalmente o muestra un cambio en su desempeño; o
E: El aparato ha sido tirado o su cubierta ha sido dañada.

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents

AC1132A vs. AVX-VGA-WI Comparison Chart .......................................................................................................................... 6

Quick Start Guide ......................................................................................................................................................... 7

1. Specifications ....................................................................................................................................................... 11

2. Overview ....................................................................................................................................................... 12

2.1 Introduction ................................................................................................................................................. 12

2.2 Features ....................................................................................................................................................... 12

2.3 What’s Included .......................................................................................................................................... 13

2.4 Hardware Description .................................................................................................................................. 14

3. Windows Client Utility ............................................................................................................................................... 15

3.1 Starting Program ......................................................................................................................................... 15

3.2 Login ....................................................................................................................................................... 15

3.3 Main User Interface ..................................................................................................................................... 16

3.4 Screen Projection ......................................................................................................................................... 16

3.5 Menu Description ........................................................................................................................................ 17

3.5.1 Show Login Code ........................................................................................................................... 18

3.5.2 Open Admin Web Page ................................................................................................................. 18

3.5.3 Wi-Fi AP-Client Configuration ........................................................................................................ 19

3.5.4 Searching Server ............................................................................................................................. 19

3.5.5 Projection Source ............................................................................................................................ 20

3.5.6 Auto Wi-Fi Connect ....................................................................................................................... 20

3.5.7 Auto Power Manager ..................................................................................................................... 20

3.5.8 Hide UI ........................................................................................................................................... 21

3.5.9 Advanced Screen Capture .............................................................................................................. 21

3.5.10 Make WPS Token ...........................................................................................................................22

3.5.11 Copy Application to Desktop.......................................................................................................... 24

3.5 .12 Hotke y s .......................................................................................................................................... 23

3.5.13 About ............................................................................................................................................. 25

3.5.14 E x i t ................................................................................................................................................. 26

4. Mac Client Utility ....................................................................................................................................................... 27

4.1 Launch Application ...................................................................................................................................... 27

4.2 Main User Interface ..................................................................................................................................... 28

4.3 Screen Projection .........................................................................................................................................29

5. Web Management .....................................................................................................................................................30

5.1 Home Page ..................................................................................................................................................30

5.2 Download Software ....................................................................................................................................30

5.3 Login Web Admin ....................................................................................................................................... 32

5.3.1 System Status ..........................................................................................................................32

5.3.2 Network Setup ....................................................................................................................... 34

5.3.3 OSD Setup ..............................................................................................................................35

5.3.4 Projection Setup ..................................................................................................................... 36

5.3.5 Change Passwords ......................................................................................................................... 37

5.3.6 Reset to Default .............................................................................................................................. 37

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Table of Contents (Continued)

5.3.7 Firmware Upgrade .......................................................................................................................... 38

5.3.8 Reboot System ...............................................................................................................................40

5.3.9 Logout ............................................................................................................................................ 40

6. Screen Image Background Maker .............................................................................................................................. 41

NOTE: The AVX-VGA-WI is similar to the AC1132A, Wireless Presentation System (another Black Box product). The

chart below compares the two products.

AC1132A vs. AVX-VGA-WI Comparison Chart.

Image

Product Code AC1132A AVX-VGA-WI

Web Inter face Yes Yes

Active Connections 256 256

Streaming HD Video (buffered) Yes No

4-to-1 Projection (quad screen) Yes Yes

1-to-4 Projection (1 laptop to 4 WPS units) Yes No

Conference Control Yes No

Audio Support Yes (Windows only) No

Mobishow Download for PDA/ Win Module 5.0 Yes No

DHCP Server Options Yes Yes

Gatekeeper Options Yes No

Set Background Yes Yes

Screen Resolutions

Connect to Existing AP Yes Yes

Wireless Standard 802.11b/g/n 802.11b/g/n

RJ-45 Network Connection Yes No

Projection Quality Controls Yes No

Produc t Size

Produc t Weight 0.62 lb. (0.28 g) 0.12 lb. (0.05 kg)

Antennas (2) -2 dBi dipole antennas (external) None

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800 x 60 0
1024 x 768
1280 x 768
1280 x 800

4.6"H x 5.5"W x 1.06"D
(11.7 x 14 x 2.7 cm)

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800 x 60 0
1024 x 768
1280 x 768
1280 x 800

3.75"H x 1.53"W x 0.88"D
(9.52 x 3.89 x 2.24 cm)

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Quick Start Guide

Quick Start Guide

1. Plug the AVX-VGA-WI into a projector’s VGA port and power up the projector. See Figures QS-1 and QS-2.

VGA connector

Power LED

Figure QS-1. AVX-VGA-WI.

Projector

AVX-VGA-WI

Figure QS-2. Connect the AVX-VGA-WI to the projector.

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Quick Start Guide

2. Power on the AVX-VGA-WI box.

When the projector shows the default menu on the screen as below, it indicates the AVX-VGA-WI unit is ready.

Figure QS-3. Default menu.

3. Make sure your PC WLAN is already enabled, and connect your PC with the AVX-VGA-WI unit.

4. Open your browser and it will redirect to the WPS home page automatically, or you can enter the IP address to access the
Micro Wireless VGA Presentation Tool’s Web home page.

The default IP address of the AVX-VGA-WI is 192.168.100.10, or refer to the IP address shown on the left corner of the projector
screen.

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Figure QS-4. Home page.

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Quick Start Guide

5. Download the client software (Figure QS-5). Then select the “Win7/Windows Vista/ XP/2000” or “Mac Utility“ and execute

the installation program (Figure QS-6).

After installing the program, you will see the Micro Wireless VGA Presentation Tool shortcut on the PC screen (Figure QS-6).

Figure QS-5. Download.

Figure QS-6. Run or Save dialog box and WPS shortcut icon.

6. Make sure your personal firewall allows the AVX-VGA-WI software to pass through.

7. Select the projection device.

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Quick Start Guide

8. Enter the Login Code that is found on the projector screen (if required) (Figure QS-7).

Figure QS-7. Login code on projector screen.

9. Click the “Play” button to start projection (Figure QS-8).

Figure QS-8. Start projection screen.

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Chapter 1: Specifications

1. Specifications

Compliance — FCC, U L® E199780

IP Configuration — Automatic or manual (static)

LAN Type — AP mode

LAN Protocol — TCP/ IP

Network Connection — Uses IEEE 802.11b/g/n 2.4 GHz, IEEE 802.3 (10BASE-T), IEEE 802.3u (100BASE-TX)

OS Compatibility — Windows® 2000/XP/7, Windows Vista®, Windows Mobile 5 and later, Mac® OS X 10.5 or later

Screen Resolutions — 800 X 600, 1024 X 768, 1280 X 768 and 1280 x 900

Wireless Channels — 11

Wireless Encryption — IEEE standard 64/128 bit WEP/WPA/WPA2-PSK

Wireless Frequency — 2.4 GHz

Wireless Range — Up to 328 ft.

Wireless Speed — 11 Mbps, 54 Mbps, 300 Mbps

User Controls — (1) Reset button

Connectors — (1) HD15 VGA, (1) power connector

Power — Source: Interface PoVGA (Power over VGA);

Input Voltage: 100–240 V, 0.3 A, 50/60 Hz;
Secondary Power: 5 VDC, 1.2 A

Size — 3.75"H x 1.53"W x 0.88"D (9.52 x 3.89 x 2.24 cm)

Weight — 0.12 lb. (0.05 kg)

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Chapter 2: Overview

2. Overview

2.1 Introduction

The Micro Wireless VGA Presentation Tool (AVX-VGA-WI) turns your existing “wired” projector into a “high-end wireless”
projector. The unit’s plug-and-show wireless projection features provide efficient and successful presentation.

High-Performance Wireless Projection and Audio Projection

This high-performance wireless projection tool with audio enables you to share a multimedia display with several users without
using cables.

Plug and Show

With the accompanying plug-and-show USB token, wireless presentation becomes easy. Just link your PC/laptop to the
AVX-VGA-WI using Wi-Fi, plug the token into a USB port, and in seconds, your screen will project to the connected projector.

4-to-1 Split-Screen Projection

With this 4-to-1 split-screen feature, up to four PC screens can be projected to one projector at the same time. You can easily do
side-by-side comparisons from four computers/laptops.

Macintosh® (Mac®) Wireless Projection

The Micro Wireless VGA Presentation Tool can connect to a Mac client. The Mac client software is stored in the accompanying
USB token or CD-ROM. It enables wireless projection from a Mac.

SNMP Manager

The AVX-VGA-WI features SNMP management. Enable Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) protocol (Version 2c) to
manage and configure one or more devices through a network.

Changeable Splash Screen

You can use the application “Screen Image Background Maker” to change the Splash Screen. Design the image with the message
you would like to present, upload it through a Web control page, and you will have a customized starting page.

AP-Client Mode

You can enable the AP-Client Mode function to let the AVX-VGA-WI join the existing access point through Wi-Fi. This feature
provides the flexibility of wireless network deployment in an enterprise environment.

2.2 Features

• Supports Windows 7, Windows Vista, XP, 2000, and Mobile 5/6.

• Supports Macintosh (Mac) versions 10.5 and above.

• Plug and Show. No installation required. Just plug the included token into a USB port, and start wireless projection in seconds.

• Features 4-to-1 split screen projection. One projector functions as four projectors.

• Provides session security login, wireless WEP/WPA key and gatekeeper functions to protect presentation contents and keep

them secure.

• You can change the splash screen image.

• SNMP Manager enables you to easily manage the devices.

• AP-ClientMode enables you to easily deploy wireless in a network enterprise.

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2.3 What’s Included

Your package should include the following items. If anything is missing or damaged, contact Black Box Technical Support at
724-746-5500 or [e-mail].

• (1) Micro Wireless VGA Presentation unit

• (1) power supply with US, EU, and UK adapters

• (1) quick installation guide

• (1) HD15 M/F gender changer

• (1) CD-ROM containing software and this user’s manual

USB Token Contents

The USB token consists of the following software:

Client Folder:

• Software for Windows® and Mac® OS, MobiShow software for Windows Mobile 5/6

Applications Folder:

• VDD (for virtual extended screen)

• IB Maker (for changing startup screen)

• PtG Converter (for MobiShow PtG function)

• SNMP Manager (for Wireless Presentation System device management)

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Chapter 2: Overview

2.4 Hardware Description

Figure 2-1 shows the AVX-VGA-WI. Table 2-1 describes its components.

1

2 4 3

Figure 2-1. AVX-VGA-WI.

Table 2-1. Micro Wireless VGA Presentation unit components.

Number Component Description

1 VGA connector Connects to projector input

2 5-VDC power connector Links to power

3 Power LED Lights when power to the unit is on

4 Reset button Resets to factory defaults

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