Black Box VX-HDMI-POE-MRX, VX-HDMI-POE-VTX, VX-HDMI-POE-VRX, VX-HDMI-POE-MTX, VX-HDMI-POE-URX User Manual

VX-HDMI-POE-MTX VX-HDMI-POE-UTX VX-HDMI-POE-VTX .

VX-HDMI-POE-MRX VX-HDMI-POE-URX VX-HDMI-POE-VRX

MediaCento™ IPX with PoE

Extend audio and video signals via an existing LAN.

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.

Customer

Support

Information

Order toll-free in the U.S.: Call 877-877-BBOX (outside U.S.
call 724-746-5500) • FREE technical support 24 hours a day, 7 days
a week: Call 724-746-5500 or fax [phone] • Mailing address:
Black Box Corporation, 1000 Park Drive, Lawrence, PA 15055-1018
Web site: www.blackbox.com • E-mail: [e-mail]

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.

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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 Par t 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 w hich case the user at his own
expense will be required to take whatever measures may be necessar y to correc t
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 exce ed the Clas s A limits for radio noise emis sion
from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Inter ference Regulation of Industr y
Canada.

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

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.

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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 elé ctrico d ebe ser us ado únicamente con carritos o pedestales que
sean recomendados por el fabricante.

7. El aparato elé ctrico d ebe ser montado a la pared o al techo sólo como sea
recomendado por el fabricante.

8. Servicio— El usuario no debe intentar dar ser vicio 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 d ebe ser situado de tal manera que su posición no
interfiera su uso. La colocación del aparato eléctrico sobre una cama, sofá,
alfombra o sup erficie 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 radiad ores, 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 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.

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 ex terna deb erá ser localizada lejos de las lineas
de energia.

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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

1. Specifications .................................................................................................. 8

2. Over view ................................................................................................. 10

2.1 Introduction .......................................................................................... 10

2.2 Available Models .................................................................................. 10

2.3 Features ................................................................................................ 10

2.3.1 Multicast, Unicast, and Video Wall Transmitters

and Receivers ........................................................................... 10

2.3.2 Multicast Transmitter and Receiver Exclusive Functions .......... 11

2.4 What ’s Included ................................................................................... 11

2.5 Additional Items You Will Need ........................................................... 12

2.6 Hardware Description ........................................................................... 12

2.6.1 Transmitters ............................................................................. 12

2.6.2 Receivers .................................................................................. 15

2.6.3 Indicators .................................................................................18

2.6.4 Function Buttons ( F1 and F2) .................................................. 18

2.6.5 EDID Copy ............................................................................... 19

3. Installation ................................................................................................. 20

4. Configuration ................................................................................................ 22

4.1 Basic Configuration ..............................................................................22

4.2 Advanced Configuration ...................................................................... 22

4.2.1 Accessing through Serial ......................................................... 23

4.2.2 Accessing through Telnet ........................................................ 23

5. Advanced Commands ...................................................................................25

5.1 Advanced IP Commands ...................................................................... 26

5.2 Advanced Multicast IP Configuration ..................................................27

5.2.1 Transmitter ............................................................................... 29

5.2.2 Receiver ...................................................................................29

5.3 Serial Extension ....................................................................................29

5.4 Telnet Extension ...................................................................................30

6 Accessing the Web Inter face......................................................................... 33

6.1 Accessing the Transmitter without an IP Address ................................ 33

6.2 Accessing the Web Interface for a Transmitter

or Receiver with an IP Address ............................................................. 35

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7. Video Wall Features ...................................................................................... 36

8. Troubleshooting ............................................................................................ 43

8.1 Problems/ Solutions ............................................................................... 43

8.2 Contac ting Black Box ........................................................................... 43

8.3 Shipping and Packaging .......................................................................44

Appendix: Connector Pinouts ............................................................................... 45

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Chapter 1: Specifications

1. Specifications

Technical Specifications

Approvals FCC, TUV, CE, UL®, CSA, RoHS, WEEE

Bandwidth 120 Mbps maximum

Default I P 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 transmit ter, use Telnet to connect to
any device in the system and use a “node_ list ”
command or connect with the serial interface.

Distance From CPU to TX: 16 ft. ( 5 m) maximum, HDMI;

Efficiency Level Level IV

Heat Dissipation 3.41 BTU /hr.

HDCP Supported

Latency 2 frames (33 ms) maximum

Leads Supported HDMI video and RS-232

MTBF 90,000 hours

User Controls (1) 16-position rotar y selection switch,

Between TX and R X: 328 ft. (100 m)* maximum

*NOTE: Use a network switch to get greater distances.

(2) Function buttons: (1) F1, (1) F2

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Technical Specifications (continued)

Connectors (1) HDMI female,

Indicators (1) LED for Link and Power;

Environmental Temperature Tolerance:

Power Input: 100–240 VAC, 50 /60 Hz, 0.6 A;

Power over Ethernet
(PoE)

Size 0.98"H x 3.77"W x 5.11"D (2.5 x 9.6 x 12.9 cm)

Weight 1.1 lb. (0.5 kg)

(1) RJ-45 interconnect/LAN connection,
(1) 2.1-mm barrel connector for power,
(2) RJ -12 6P6C†

†NOTE: Only 4 center pins are used at this time.

(1) LED for Network Activity

Operating: 32 to 104° F ( 0 to 40° C) ;
Storage : -4 to +140° F ( -20 to +60° C)
Humidity Tolerance: Operating: 80%, noncondensing;
Altitude: 10,000 ft. (30 48 m) ma ximum

Output: 12 VDC;
Consumption: 13.5 W;
Power Supply Cord Length: 6 ft. (1.8 m)

Complies with IEEE 802.3af standard;
Power: Nominal Input: 48 VDC;
Input Range: 36 –57 VDC

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Chapter 2: Overview

2. Overview

2.1 Introduction

The MediaCento IPX with PoE is a per fect solution for audio and video signal
extension via an existing Local Area Network (LAN) system. With multicast
technolo gy, one local unit can drive multiple remote unit s with no extra net work
load. There are 16 selec table channels that can be used to transmit to multiple
receiver s. In a net work that supports IGMP (Layer 2 or Layer 3 switches ), each
channel can connect to unlimited displays in video wall applications and unlimited
displays in a multicast application using a standard I T Ethernet structure on a LA N
system.

The MediaCento IPX with PoE supports Full HD 1080p, is HDCP compliant, is Blu-ray
ready, and supports Power over Ethernet (PoE). It can handle applications that
require greater distance, high speed transmission, real -time high video resolution,
securit y, and noise immunity. It is ideal for situations that need live presentation,
such as public broadcasting, education centers, boardrooms, etc.

2.2 Available Models

Three transmitter /receiver pairs are available, and they are ordered separately by part
number. Choose from:

• MediaCento IPX Multicast Transmitter (VX-HDMI-POE-MT X) and MediaCento IPX
Multicast Receiver (VX-HDMI-POE-MRX)

• MediaCento IPX Unicast Transmitter (V X-HDMI- POE- UTX) and MediaCento IPX
Unicast Receiver (VX-HDMI-POE-URX)

• MediaCento IPX Video Wall Transmitter (V X-HDMI-POE-V TX ) and MediaCento IPX
Video Wall Receiver ( VX- HDMI -POE-VR X)

2.3 Features

2.3.1 Multicast, Unicast, and Video Wall Transmitters and

Receivers

• Extend high definition video signal over LA N (dependent on network
performance).

• Power over Ethernet:

- Fully support IEEE Std. 802.3af-2003

- Input Voltage Range 36V to 57V

• Choose from 16 selections on the DI P rotary switch for pairing.

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• Provide automatic EDID configuration.

• Use well- developed Ethernet technology and TCP /IP communication protocol.

• Transmitters and Receivers are HDCP-compliant and Blu-ray ready.

• HDTV compatible ; suppor t 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 720 i.

• Compatible with popular screen resolutions: XGA, SXGA, UXGA, WSXGA .

2.3.2 Multicast Transmitter and Receiver Exclusive Functions

• Each transmitter c an be multicast to up to an unlimited number of displays in
video wall applications or unlimited displays in multicast applications.

• Use an IGM P network to prevent network flooding.

2.4 What’s Included

All units:

• (1) U.S. power supply

• (1) U.S. power cord

• (4) foot pads

• This user manual

VX-HDMI-POE-MTX also has:

• (1) MediaCento IPX Multicast Transmitter

• (1) DB9 F to RJ-11 adapter

• (1) RJ-11 to RJ-11 cable

VX-HDMI-POE-MRX also has:

• (1) MediaCento IPX Multicast Receiver

VX-HDMI-POE-UTX also has:

• (1) MediaCento IPX Unicast Transmitter

• (1) DB9 F to RJ-11 adapter

• (1) RJ-11 to RJ-11 cable

VX-HDMI-POE-URX also has:

• (1) MediaCento IPX Unicast Receiver

VX-HDMI-POE-VTX also has:

• (1) MediaCento IPX Video Wall Transmitter

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• (1) DB9 F to RJ-11 adapter

• (1) RJ-11 to RJ-11 cable

VX-HDMI-POE-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 and optional Power over Ethernet ( PoE)

2.6 Hardware Description

NOTE: All six transmitter/ receiver models have the same connectors, but with

different functions.

2.6.1 Transmitters

1 2 3 4 5

Figure 2-1. Transmitter front panel.

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6 7 8 9

Figure 2-2. Transmitter back panel.

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Figure 2-3. Transmitter top panel.

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Table 2-1. Components of the Transmitters.

Number Component Description

1 F2 button See Section 2.6.4.

2 F1 button See Section 2.6.4.

3 Rotary switch

4 RJ-12 connector Serial por t 1: For sy stem control

5 RJ-12 connector Serial por t 2: For data transfer

6

7 Network Status L ED

8 RJ-45 jack

9 Video connector HDMI source

10 Power/Link LED

Locking barrel connector for
power

Set up an identical position for
all units

Links to power supply (not
required with PoE switch)

Flashing: Connected to network

Goes off once: Abnormal

Connects to the 10- /100 -/
1000-Mbps network switch and
supplies PoE

Green: Power on
Interlaced flashing Blue + Green:
Link w/o video
Blue: Link OK

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2.6.2 Receivers

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1 2 3 4 5

Figure 2-4. Receiver front panel.

6 7 8 9

Figure 2-5. Receiver back panel.

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