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UVX-HDMI-FO-MINI
Video Extender - 4K HDMI, USB, Fiber
User Manual
Transmit Ultra HD/4K HDMI up to 1000 feet (300 m) and
USB up to 650 feet (200 m).
Chapter
Customer
Support
Information
Order to ll-free in the U.S.: Call 8 77-877- BBOX (outsid e U.S.
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a week: C all 724-746-550 0 or fax 724-746- 0746
www.blackbox.com • info@blackbox.com
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Trademarks Used in this Manual
TRADEMARKS USED IN THIS MANUAL
Black Box and the Double Diamond log o are registered trademarks of
BB Technologies, Inc.
PCI Express is a registered trademark of PCI-SIG.
Any other trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowledged to be
the property of the trademark owners.
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Laser Warning /Safety Information
LA SER WARNING:
Do not look directly into the path of the laser on the extenders' fiber
connec tors. Your eyes might be damaged!
The laser is made of a 1300/1550 nm optical module and certified by IEC
60950 as Laser Class 1.
Safety Information
• Keep this manual for future reference.
• R ead all safety information before setting up the Video Extender — 4K HD MI,
USB, Fiber.
• Before cleaning, unplug the extender from its wall outlet. Clean with a damp
cloth; do not use harsh cleaners.
• Use only the external power supply that you received with your extender
receiver and an approved power supply (optional) for the extender transmitter;
do not use damaged power cords or wall outlets.
• Avoid using the extenders in wet, flammable, or magnetic environments.
• Grounded 3 -pin power outlet s are required.
• Do not place heavy equipment on top of the extenders.
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FCC and IC RFI Statements
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION AND INDUSTRY
CANADA RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS
Class B Digital Device. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B computing device pursuant to Par t 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful inter ference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a par ticular installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and, if not installed and used
in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
telephone reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the
following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connec ted.
• Consult an experienced radio/T V technician for help.
Caution:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
To meet FCC requirements, shielded cables and power cords are required to
connect this device to a personal computer or other Class B certified device.
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emission
from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of Industry
Canada.
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélec triques dépassant
les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de classe B prescrites dans le
Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique publié par Industrie Canada.
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NOM Statement
Normas Oficiales Mexicanas (NOM)
Electrical Safety Statement
INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD
1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas
antes de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado.
2. L as 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 s er seguidas.
5. El aparato elé ctrico no deberá ser usado cerca del agua — por ejemplo,
cerca
de la tina de baño, lavabo, sótano mojado o cerca de una alb erca, etc.
6. El aparato elé ctrico debe ser usado únicamente con carritos o pedestales
que sean recomendados por el fabricante.
7. El aparato elé ctrico 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 elé ctrico 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 eléc trico deber ser situado fuera del alcance de fuentes de calor
como radiad ores, registros de calor, estufas u otros aparatos (incluyendo
amplificadores) que producen calor.
11. El aparato eléctrico deberá ser connec tado a una fuente de poder sólo
del tipo descrito en el instructivo de operación, o como s e indique en el
aparato.
12. Precaución debe ser tomada de tal manera que la tierra fisica y la
polarización del equipo no sea eliminada.
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NOM Statement
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 contac tos y recept áculos donde salen
del aparato.
14. El equipo eléc trico debe ser limpiado únicamente de acuerdo a las
recomendaciones del fabricante.
15. En caso de exis tir, 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 c ambio en su
desempeño; o
E: El aparato ha sido tirado o su cubier ta ha sido dañada.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Page
Trademarks Used in this Manual ...................................................................2
Laser Warning ........................................................................................3
Safety Information ........................................................................................3
FCC and IC RFI Information ........................................................................... 4
NOM Statement ........................................................................................4
Chapter Page
1. Specifications ........................................................................................8
2. Overview ........................................................................................10
2.1 Introduction ........................................................................................10
2.2 Features ........................................................................................10
2.3 What's Included.................................................................................. 10
2.4 Additional Items You Will /May Need ................................................. 11
2.5 Hardware Description .........................................................................12
2.5.1 Transmitter ................................................................................ 12
2.5.2 Receiver ....................................................................................13
2.6 Typical Application .............................................................................14
3. Installation ........................................................................................15
4. Troubleshooting ........................................................................................ 16
4.1 Contacting Black Box ..........................................................................16
4.2 Shipping and Packaging .................................................................... 16
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Chapter 1: Specifications
1. Specifications
Approvals FCC Class B
Environmental
Temperature Operating: 31 to 122° F (0 to 50° C);
Humidity Operating : 10 to 80%, noncondensing;
Optical
Laser IEC 60950 certified as Laser Class 1
Cable (not included) 50/125 µm OM3 multimode fiber
TX Module 850 nm VCSEL;
RX Module 1550 InGaAs/inP laser diode;
Performance
Bandwidth 2.97 Gbps
Distance (Maximum) HDMI:
CE
HD MI 1.4b
HDCP
IEC 60950 certified Laser Class 1
Storage: - 4 to +158° F (-20 to +70° C)
Storage: 5 to 95%, noncondensing
1310 InGaAs/InP laser diode;
1550 InGaAs /inP PIN type photo diode
850 InGaAs/InP PIN type photo diode;
1310 InGaAs/InP P IN type photo diode
1000 ft. (300 m) ;
For 187.5 kbps low-speed USB 1.1:
130 ft. (40 m);
For 1.5 to 12 Mbps high-speed USB 1.1:
650 ft. (200 m)
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Chapter 1: Specifications
Performance (continued)
Resolution
(Maximum)
Physical
Connectors Transmitter:
Dimensions Each unit: 0.6"H x 1.6"W x 2.2"D (1.4 x 4.1 x 5.6 cm)
Weight Each unit: 0.2 lb. (0.09 kg)
Power
Transmitter Derives power from the HDMI interface connected to
Receiver Type: External power supply (included);
4096 x 2160 @ 30 Hz
(1) fiber LC (output),
(1) micro USB for optional power supply;
(1) HDMI (links to source );
Receiver:
(1) fiber LC (input),
(1) micro USB for power,
(1) HDMI (links to display device)
the graphic card via the +5 V pin, or through the
USB 1.1 interface;
Connector: (1) Micro USB
Voltage: 5-V AC/ DC;
Connector: (1) Micro USB
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Chapter 2: Overview
2. Overview
2.1 Introduction
Use the Video Extender — 4K HDMI, USB, Fiber to transmit Ultra HD /4K HDMI
up to 1000 feet (300 meters) and USB up to 650 feet (20 0 meters ) via one
50/125 µm OM3 multimode fiber cable with an LC conne ctor.
The extender transmits low- speed USB 1.1 at speeds up to 187.5 kbps at
distances up to 650 feet (20 0 meters ) and full-speed USB 1.1 signals at speeds
ranging from 1.5 to 12 Mbps at distances up to 130 feet (40 meters). Typical
low-speed devices include keyboards and mice; typical full-speed devices include
external hard drives, USB hubs, and USB memor y sticks.
2.2 Features
• Transmits and extends Ultra HD/ 4K signals.
• Drives HDMI 4K signal up to 1000 feet (300 meters) via one multimode fiber
optic cable.
• Compatible with HDMI 1.4b standard.
• Works with KVM applications.
• Complies with HDCP.
• Supports EDID.
• Meets USB 1.1 standards.
2.3 What's Included
Your package should include the following items. If any thing is missing or
damaged, contact Black Box Technical Support at 724-746-5500 or
info@ blackbox.com.
• (1) Video Extender — 4K HDMI, USB, Fiber Transmitter
• (1) Video Extender — 4K HDMI, USB, Fiber Receiver
• (1) 5V AC/DC USB Adapter for receiver module.
• (1) Micro- B-to-Type-A-USB cable
• (1) Micro- B to-USB-Type-A-female -and- USB-Type-A-male “Y”-cable
• (2) 1.6-foot ( 0.5- meter) HDMI copper c ables
• This user's manual
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2.4 Additional Items You Will/May Need
Required:
• 50/125 µm OM3 multimode fiber cable
Optional:
• Optional 5-V USB power supply for the Transmitter (not included; depends on
the power supply capability of the graphic card via the +5 V pin).
NOTE: Most laptops or P Cs that have a PCI Express
supply enough power to run the Transmitter module.
• Optional USB hub for connection of multiple USB devices such as keyboard,
mouse, memory stick, etc.
®
graphics card installed
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2.5 Hardware Description
2.5.1 Transmitter
Figures 2-1 and 2-2 show the front and back panels of the transmitter. Table 2-1
describes its components.
Figure 2-1. Front panel of the transmitter.
Figure 2-2. Back panel of the transmitter
Table 2-1. Transmitter components.
1 2
3
Number in
Figures 2-1 and 2-2
1 (1) fiber LC connector Links to fiber out.
2 (1) micro USB Type A
3 (1) HDMI female connector Links to HDMI source
*NOTE: In most cases, the graphic card can supply enough power via the +5 V
pin. If not, you will need a power supply (not included).
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Component Description
female connector
Links to 5 -V USB power
supply (optional*)
device.
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2.5.2 Receiver
Figures 2-3 and 2-4 show the front and back panels of the receiver. Table 2-2
describes its components.
1 2
Figure 2-3. Front panel of the receiver.
Figure 2-4. Back panel of the receiver.
Table 2-2. Receiver components.
Number in
Figures 2-3 and 2-4
1 (1) fiber LC connector Links to fiber in.
2 (1) micro USB Type A
3 (1) HDMI female connector Links to HDMI display
Component Description
female connector
3
Links to 5 -V USB power
supply (included)
device.
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Diagram Format
Rule Size: 1 pt
Fiber
HDMI
2.6 Typical Application
Use the extenders in airports, movie theaters, and other kiosks; ATMs, conference systems, and video wall systems; digital signage; in broadcasting, medical,
military, factory automatic, and traffic control applications.
Transmitter
PC
(UVX-HDMI-FO-MINI)
50/125 µm OM3 m ultimode
fiber optic cable
Display
Printer
Figure 2-3. Typical application.
Receiver
(UVX-HDMI-FO-MINI)
Hub
Mouse
Keyboard
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Chapter 3: Installation
3. Installation
Follow the steps listed below to ins tall your Video Ex tenders.
1. Plug the micro USB B connec tor end of the included Micro-B-to-Type -A-USB
cable into the transmitter's female micro USB port.
2. Plug the USB Type A connec tor end of the Micro- B-to-Type-A-USB cable into
the video source's USB port.
3. Plug the micro USB connector on the included Micro- B to-USB-Type-Afemale-and-USB-Type-A-male “Y”-cable into the receiver's micro USB por t.
4. Plug the other end of the Micro-B to- USB-Type-A-female-and-USB-Type-Amale “Y”-cable to the receiver's 5-V power adapter ( included).
5. Plug the USB female connector on the “Y” cable from the receiver to the USB
peripheral device (keyboard, mouse, printer, USB hub ).
6. Using the LC connectors on a 50 /125 µm OM3 multimode fiber cable (not
included ), link the Transmitter to the Receiver.
7. Connect the HDMI cable between the source and the transmitter.
8. Connect the HDMI cable bet ween the display and the receiver.
9. Power on the source and display devices.
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Chapter 4: Troubleshooting
4. Troubleshooting
4.1 Contacting Black Box
If you determine that your Video Extender — 4K HDMI, USB, Fiber is
malfunctioning, do not attempt to alter or repair the unit. It contains no
user-ser viceable parts. Contact Black Box Technical Support at 724-746-5500 or
info@ blackbox.com.
Before you do, make a record of the history of the problem. We will be able to
provide more efficient and accurate assistance if you have a complete description, including:
• the nature and duration of the problem.
• when the problem occur s.
• the components involved in the problem.
• any par ticular application that, when used, appears to create the problem or
make it worse.
4.2 Shipping and Packaging
If you need to transpor t or ship your Video Ex tender — 4K HDMI, USB, Fiber:
• Package it carefully. We recommend that you use the original container.
• If you are returning the unit, make sure you include everything you received
with it. Before you ship for return or repair, contact Black Box to get a Return
Authorization (RA) number.
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NOTES
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