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VWP-2090
VWX-2110
VWP-2110
VGC-DP-4
VWP-2040
VGC-HD-4-D VCC-SDI-SD-HD-3 VCC-HD-4-D
VWX-2090
VGC-HD-4-H VCC-HD-4
VCC-SD-HD-A-2
VCC-DP-2
VCC-SD-HD-3
VCC-HD-4-H
VCC-SDI-4
VWS-2001
VWS-2002
VWS-2003
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- Page 1 VWP-2090 VWX-2110 VCC-SD-HD-A-2 VCC-DP-2 VWS-2001 VWP-2110 VGC-DP-4 VCC-SD-HD-3 VCC-HD-4-H VWS-2002 VWP-2040 VGC-HD-4-D VCC-SDI-SD-HD-3 VCC-HD-4-D VWS-2003 VWX-2090 VGC-HD-4-H VCC-HD-4 VCC-SDI-4 Radian Video Wall Processor User Manual Order toll-free in the U.S. or for FREE 24/7 technical support: Call 877-877-BBOX Contact (outside U.S. call 724-746-5500) Information www.blackbox.com •...
- Page 2 Trademarks Used in this Manuals Trademarks Used in this Manual Black Box and the Double Diamond logo are registered trademarks of BB Technologies, Inc. ASUS is a registered trademark of Asustek Computer Inc. Intel is a trademark of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the U.S. and/or other countries.
- Page 3 Disclaimer: Black Box Network Services shall not be liable for damages of any kind, including, but not limited to, punitive, consequential or cost of cover damages, resulting from any errors in the product information or specifications set forth in this document and Black Box Network Services may revise this document at any time without notice.
- Page 4 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.
- Page 5 Maintenance Only competent technicians should perform maintenance on the Radian Video Wall Processor. Return any Radian Video Wall Processor plug-in cards that are physically damaged to Black Box Corporation. Disposal At the end of life, dispose of all Radian Video Wall Processor products according to local laws and regulations.
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Page 6: User Manual
4. Click on the “Support” tab on the product page,and select the document you wish to download. If you have any trouble accessing the Black Box site to download the manual, you can contact our Technical Support at 877-877-2269 or info@blackbox.com. -
Page 7: Table Of Contents
4.1 VWP-2040 ...................................39 4.2 VWP-2090 Backplane Layout ............................39 4.3 Connecting the VWX-2090 Expansion Chassis to the VWP-2090 Radian Video Wall Processor Chassis ....41 4.4 VWP-2110 Backplane Layout ............................42 4.5 Connecting the VWX-2100 Expansion Chassis to the VWP-2110 Radian Video Wall Processor Chassis ......45 5. - Page 8 Table of Contents 6. Filter Maintenance (VWP-2090 or VWP-2110) ........................50 Appendix A. Installing the Video Graphics Card (VGC-DP-4, VGC-HD-4-D, or VGC-HD-4-H) ..........51 A.1 Introduction ................................. 51 A.2 Features ..................................51 A.3 Installing the Video Graphics Card ..........................52 A.3.1 Installing the Display Drivers ..........................52 A.3.2 Installing Additional Video Graphics Cards ......................53...
- Page 9 Table of Contents B.5.2 Hardware Overview ............................84 B.5.3 What's Included ..............................84 B.5.4 Installing the Capture Card ..........................84 B.5.5 How to Connect Input Sources ..........................85 B.5.6 Installing Multiple Cards .............................86 B.5.7 Firmware Upgrades ............................87 B.6 Video Capture Card (VCC-HD-4-H or VCC-HD-4-D) ....................88 B.6.1 Introduction ................................88 B.6.2 Hardware Overview ............................88 B.6.3 What's Included ..............................89...
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Page 10: Specifications
Chapter 1: Specifications 1. Specifications 1.1 Radian Video Wall Processor Chassis, VWP-2040, VWP-2090, VWP-2110 Motherboard Type VWP-2040: ASUS Z97-WS-LGA 1150 Intel ATX; ® VWP-2090, VWP-2110: SBC4, Portwell ROBOB112 Q87 Processor VWP-2040: Intel Core i5 Haswell processor; VWP-2090, VWP-2110: Intel Core i7 477os Clock Speed 3.1 GHz... - Page 11 Chapter 1: Specifications 1.1 Radian Video Wall Processor Chassis, VWP-2040, VWP-2090, VWP-2110 (continued) Environment Operating Temperature 32 to 95° F (0 to 35° C) Storage Temperature -4 to +158° F (-20 to +70° C) Relative Humidity 5 to 90%, noncondensing Noise 48.6 dB (A) up to 67.9 dB (A)
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Page 12: Video Graphics Card (Vgc-Dp-4): 4-Port Displayport Graphics Card
Chapter 1: Specifications 1.2 Video Graphics Card (VGC-DP-4): (4) port DisplayPort graphics card Physical Board Format 16-lane PCI Express Connectors (4) DisplayPort Dimensions 4.3" x 6.9" (11 x 17.7 cm), including heat sink Performance Maximum Output (4) 2560 x 1600 @ 60 Hz (max. 359 Mpixels or (2) 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz Resolution Maximum Cards per System (16) (64 display channels) Graphic Card Memory... -
Page 13: Video Graphics Card (Vgc-Dp-4-D): 4-Port Displayport Graphics Card With Dvi Adapters
Chapter 1: Specifications 1.3 Video Graphics Card (VGC-HD-4-D): (4) port DisplayPort graphics card with DVI adapters Physical Board Format 16-lane PCI Express Connectors (4) DisplayPort on card, (4) DisplayPort to DVI on included adapters Dimensions 4.3" x 6.9" (11 x 17.7 cm), including heat sink Performance Maximum Output (4) 2560 x 1600 @ 60 Hz (max. -
Page 14: Video Graphics Card (Vgc-Dp-4-H): 4-Port Displayport Graphics Card With Hdmi Adapters
Chapter 1: Specifications 1.4 Video Graphics Card (VGC-HD-4-H): (4) port DisplayPort graphics card with HDMI adapters Physical Board Format 16-lane PCI Express Connectors (4) DisplayPort on card, (4) DisplayPort to HDMI on included adapters Dimensions 4.3" x 6.9" (11 x 17.7 cm), including heat sink Performance Maximum Output (4) 2560 x 1600 @ 60 Hz (max. -
Page 15: Video Capture Card (Vcc-Sd-Hd-A-2): (1) Hd Channel Plus Am2 + Cable, Full Height
Chapter 1: Specifications 1.5 Video Capture Card (VCC-SD-HD-A-2): (1) HD channel + (1) SD channel + AM2 + cable, full height Physical Connectors Main board: DVI-I, RCA female; Audio board: HD15 male, used to connect audio breakout cable (included): Stereo line in: (2) RCA; Stereo balanced in:(2) XLR;... -
Page 16: Video Capture Card (Vcc-Sd-Hd-3): (2) Hd Channels Plus (1) Sd Channel, Full Height
Chapter 1: Specifications 1.6 Video Capture Card (VCC-SD-HD-3): (2) HD channels + (1) SD channel, full height Physical Connectors Main board: (2) DVI-I, (1) RCA female Performance HDMI Capture • Supports HDMI 1.3 to 225 MHz (including deep color modes); •... -
Page 17: Video Capture Card (Vcc-Sdi-Sd-Hd-3): (1) Hd Channel Plus (1) Sd Channel, Full Height
Chapter 1: Specifications 1.7 Video Capture Card (VCC-SDI-SD-HD-3): (1) HD channels + (1) HD-SDI channel + (1) SD channel, full height Physical Board Format Main board: (4) PCI-Express half-length, full-height card, 4.3" x 6.7" (11 x 17 cm) Connectors (1) DVI-I, (1) RCA, (2) BNC Indicators (1) input LED (green);... -
Page 18: Video Capture Card (Vcc-Hd-4): (4) Channel Dvi/Rgb/Hd
HD Modes 1080i, 1080p, 720p, 576p, 480p, and 480i using a Component DVI connector; For HDCP support, contact Black Box Technical Support at 877-877-2269 or info@blackbox.com Input Mode Detection Automatically detects input modes in hardware, enabling tracking of mode changes in the source signal. -
Page 19: Video Capture Card (Vcc-Dp-2): (2) Channel Displayport 4K
Chapter 1: Specifications 1.9 Video Capture Card (VCC-DP-2): (2) channel DisplayPort 4K capture card Physical Board Format PCIe x 8 plug-in card Connectors Locking dual DisplayPort 1.2 Performance Maximum Capture 616 Mpps capture bandwidth per channel; Resolution Captures up to 4096 x 2160p @ 60 Hz per input Frame Buffer 768 MB Input Mode Detection... -
Page 20: Video Capture Card (Vcc-Hd-4-H): (4) Channel Hd Capture Card With (2) Hdmi Splitter Cables
Chapter 1: Specifications 1.10 Video Capture Card (VCC-HD-4-H): (4) channel HD capture card with (2) HDMI splitter cables Physical Board Format 8-lane PCIe interface; PCI Express card: 4.3" x 6.9" (11.0 x 17.7 cm), including heat sink Connectors (2) DSM59 high-density video connectors plus (2) HDMI adapters Performance Update Rate Channels 1 and 3: 297 Mpps;... -
Page 21: Vdieo Capture Card (Vcc-Hd-4-D): (4) Channel Hd Capture Card With (2) Dvi Splitter Cables
Chapter 1: Specifications 1.11 Video Capture Card (VCC-HD-4-D): (4) channel HD capture card with (2) DVI splitter cables Physical Board Format 8-lane PCIe interface; PCI Express card: 4.3" x 6.9" (11.0 x 17.7 cm), including heat sink Connectors (2) DSM59 high-density video connectors plus (2) DVI adapters Performance Update Rate Channels 1 and 3: 297 Mpps;... -
Page 22: Video Capture Card (Vcc-Sdi-4): (4) Channel 3G-Sdi
Chapter 1: Specifications 1.12 Video Capture Card (VCC-SDI-4): (4) channel 3G-SDI capture card Physical Board Format 8-lane PCIe interface Connectors (4) BNC Dimensions 4.3" x 6.9" (11 x 17.7 cm) Performance Maximum Capture 2.97 Gbps bandwidth per channel; Resolution (4) x 1920 x 1080p @ 60 Hz Frame Buffer 768 MB Input Mode Detection... -
Page 23: Video Capture Card (Vcc-Stream): Dedicated Decoding Card
Chapter 1: Specifications 1.13 Video Capture Card (VCC-STREAM), Dedicated Decoding Card Physical Board Format PCIe x4 gen.2 plug-in card, half-length, full-height Connectors (2) RJ-45, (1) DisplayPort output connector (reserved for future use) Performance Ethernet (2) 1000BASE-T Ethernet ports, DHCP or Static IP support, IPv4 and IPv6 Streaming Protocols HTTP, RTSP, MPEG2-TS support, Multicast and Unicast support... -
Page 24: Overview
The controller is optimized for operation Radian Video Wall Processor PCI express graphics and video capture cards. The VWP-2090 incorporates the PCI Express switched fabric backplane and provides one 8-lane slot and eight 4-lane slots that provide high-speed bidirectional bandwidth. This allows UHD video to be captured and then displayed on the video wall with very low latency. -
Page 25: Available Components
Radian Video Wall Processor Components Chassis Product Code Number of Slots Signal Format VWP-2040 4-slot chassis Depends on cards installed VWP-2090 9-slot chassis Depends on cards installed VWP-2110 11-slot chassis Depends on cards installed Video Capture Cards Product Code Inputs... -
Page 26: What's Included
Chapter 2: Overview 2.4 What's Included Your package should contain the following items. If anything is missing or damaged, contact Black Box Technical Support at 877-877-2269 or info@blackbox.com. 2.4.1 VWP-2040 • VWP-2040 Chassis • USB keyboard • USB mouse • (2) power cables •... -
Page 27: Radian Video Wall Processor Cards
Chapter 2: Overview 2.5 Hardware Description 2.5.1 VWP-2040 • Industrial PC with 4 PCIe slots • Core i5 Haswell CPU 3.4GHz PICMG1.3 ® • ASUS Z87-WS Haswell Generation motherboard • 4 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 (Dual x16 0r x16/x8/x8 or quad x8* •... - Page 28 Chapter 2: Overview Figure 2-2. Back panel of the VWP-2040. Table 2-3. Back panel components. Number in FIgure 2-2 Component Power Switches Outputs: Mini-DisplayPort/HDMI/DisplayPort Ethernet Ports USB Ports Figure 2-3. VWP-2040 motherboard layout. 877-877-2269 | blackbox.com Page 28...
- Page 29 Chapter 2: Overview Table 2-4. Motherboard components. Number in FIgure 2-3 Component 4 x DIMM, 2800(O.C) 1600 Up to 32GB 4 x SATA3 6Gb/s ports 6 x SATA3 6GB/s ports PCIe Slot 1, x16 (Gen3 x16/8 link) PCIe Slot 2 x16 (Gen3 x8/0 link) PCIe Slot 3 x16 (Gen3 x16/8 link) PCIe Slot 4 x16 (Gen3 x8/0 link)s Figure 2-4.
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Page 30: Vwp-2090
2.5.2 VWP-2090 The VWP-2090 system incorporates the PCI Express9-G3 switched fabric backplane, providing 9 high bandwidth PCIe slots for use with any Radian Video Wall Processor video capture or graphics card. It also has SBC4, a single board computer featuring an Intel Core i7 processor with up to 16 GB of DDR3 memory and on-board graphics. - Page 31 Chapter 2: Overview Figure 2-6. Back panel of the VWP-2090. Table 2-7. Back-panel components. Number in FIgure 2-6 Component Power Switches USB Ports Ethernet Ports DVI-I Output 877-877-2269 | blackbox.com Page 31...
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Page 32: Vwp-2110
Chapter 2: Overview 2.5.3 VWP-2110 The VWP-2110 is an industrial PC incorporating an 11-slot PCIe backplane. The switched fabric technology provides 11 x 8 lane PCIe slots that have x 16 physical connectors, and each slot can provide up to 8 Gbps bidirectional bandwidth. Each system includes a single board computer that features an Intel Core i7 processor, up to 16 GB of DDR3 memory, and on-board graphics. -
Page 33: Radian Video Graphics And Capture Cards
Chapter 2: Overview Figure 2-8. Back panel of the VWP-2110. Table 2-9. Back-panel components. Number in FIgure 2-8 Component Power Switches USB Ports Ethernet Ports DVI-I Output 2.5.4 Video Graphics and Video Capture Cards Your Radian Video Wall Processor is shipped from the factory with all Video Graphics and Video Capture Cards and software installed. -
Page 34: Cables And Adapters
Chapter 2: Overview 2.5.5 Cables and Adapters Figure 2-9. Cables and adapters. Table 2-10. Cables and adapters Number in FIgure 2-9 Component DVI-VGA adapter DVI-Component Adapter DVI-HDMI Adapter DVI splitter cable Composite S-Video input cable Power cables 877-877-2269 | blackbox.com Page 34... -
Page 35: Onboard Graphics Adapter
Chapter 3: Onboard Graphics Adapter 3. Onboard Graphics Adapter Each VWP-2040, VWP-2090, or VWP-2110 shipped by Black Box is custom built. If cards are not pre-installed, then you will need to install the software. For information on software installation, consult the softwaremanual on blackbox.com. -
Page 36: Using The Onboard Graphics Adapter For The Vwp-2040
Chapter 3: Onboard Graphics Adapter 3.2 Using the Onboard Graphics Adapter for the VWP-2040 3.2.1 Onboard Graphics Adapter used as Control Screen (VWP-2040) The VWP is shipped with the BIOS configured to boot from the onboard graphics device. This output can then be used as the control screen for a typical wall configuration. -
Page 37: Using The Onboard Graphics Adapter For The Vwp-2090 Or Vwp-2110
3.3.1 Onboard Graphics Adaptor used as Control Screen (VWP-2090 or VWP-2110) The VWP-2090 or VWO-2110 is shipped with the BIOS configured to boot from the onboard graphics device. This output can then be used as the control screen for a typical wall configuration. -
Page 38: Onboard Graphics Adapter Disabled (Vwp-2090 Or Vwp-2110)
By opting to disable the on board graphics adapter, this reduces the maximum number of screens available from 64 to 32. Figure 3-3. Disable onboard graphics adapter screen (VWP-2090 or VWP-21110). The system will then boot from an output from the graphics card identified last by the PCI Bus. -
Page 39: Hardware Installation
4.2 VWP-2090 Backplane Layout Your VWP-2090 may have cards that require installation because cards may have been shipped separately. To ensure your cards are installed correctly, consult the appendixes in this manual for detailed instructions. VWP-2090 Backplane Layout The VWP-2090 is fitted with the G3 backplane. - Page 40 Chapter 4: Hardware Installation Table 4-2. VWP-2090 backplane components. Component Description Component Description FAN1, FAN2, 4 pin fan speed control header J11, J12 SATA 2.0 FAN3 Pin 1 : GND Pin 1 : 0V Pin 5 : B- Pin 2 : +12V...
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Page 41: Connecting The Vwx-2090 Expansion Chassis To The Vwp-2090 Radian Video Wall Processor Chassis
4.3 Connecting the VWX-2090 Expansion Chassis to the VWP-2090 Radian Video Wall Processor Chassis You can connect a VWX-2090 expansion chassis to the VWP-2090 to increase the number of PCIe slots available. Figure 4-2. Connect the expansion chassis. Connect the chassis to the expansion chassis via the appropriate cable. -
Page 42: Vwp-2110 Backplane Layout
Chapter 4: Hardware Installation VWP-2090 and VWX-2090 LED indicators. The VWP-2090 and VWX-2090 have an LED for each PCIe slot and the PICMG1.3 SBC slot. Figure 4-4. LEDs on the VWP-2090 and VWX-2090. Table 4-3. LEDs on the VWP-2090 and VWX-2090. - Page 43 Chapter 4: Hardware Installation Figure 4-5. VWP-2110 Backplane Layout. Table 4-4. VWP-2110 PCIe port width. Slot Port Width PICMG Slot 1 Slot 2 Slot 3 Slot 4 Slot 5 Slot 6 Slot 7 Slot 8 Slot 9 Slot 10 Slot 11 877-877-2269 | blackbox.com Page 43...
- Page 44 Chapter 4: Hardware Installation Table 4-5. VWP-2110 backplane components. Component Description Component Description FAN1, FAN2, 4 pin fan speed control header J30, J31 SATA 2.0 FAN3 Pin 1 : GND Pin 1 : 0V Pin 5 : B- Pin 2 : +12V Pin 2 : A+ Pin 6 : B+ Pin 3 : TACH...
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Page 45: Connecting The Vwx-2100 Expansion Chassis To The Vwp-2110 Radian Video Wall Processor Chassis
Chapter 4: Hardware Installation 4.5 Connecting the VWX-2110 Expansion Chassis to the VWP-2110 Radian Video Wall Processor Chassis You can connect a VWX-2110 expansion chassis to the VWP-2110 to increase the number of PCIe slots available. The following diagram illustrates how this can be achieved. Figure 4-6. - Page 46 Chapter 4: Hardware Installation If your Radian Video Wall Processor Chassis does not arrive from the factory fully populated with cards, refer to the Appendixes for diagrams and installation instructions for each available card option that can work with the Chassis. VWP-2110 LEDs The VWP-2110 and VWX-2110 have an LED for each PCIe slot and the PICMG1.3 SBC slot.
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Page 47: Software Overview
Chapter 5: Software Overview 5. Software Overview Each Radian Video Wall Processor is custom built. If cards are not pre-installed, then you will need to install software/drivers. For information on software installation, consult the relevant user manual on blackbox.com. If you ordered VWS-2001 Video Wall Controller Software, it will be installed prior to shipment. 5.1 VWS-2001 VWS-2001 is a software application used to control Radian Video Wall Processor, IP-Camera and third-party application windows on Radian Video Wall Processor machines. -
Page 48: Video Capture Card Software
Chapter 5: Software Overview Carousel When configured, the Carousel function automatically cycles through lists of different Video and IP camera inputs at set time intervals. Video Wall Screen Order The Screen Order function is used to configure the order in which screens appear on the desktop. This allows the screen order to be changed without physically swapping any of the output cables between graphics cards. - Page 49 Chapter 5: Software Overview • Enables cropping support in DirectShow on all inputs. • Supports Start and Stop trigger interface on all Video Capture Card inputs. Unified Video Capture Cards Driver • Multiple cards per system, 16 streams per input. •...
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Page 50: Filter Maintenance (Vwp-2090 Or Vwp-2110)
You can use a vacuum cleaner to clean the filter. NOTE: Do not immerse the filter in water or any other cleaning liquid. For advice on replacement filters, contact Black Box Technical Support at 877-877-2269 or info@blackbox.com. 877-877-2269 | blackbox.com... -
Page 51: Appendix A. Installing The Video Graphics Card (Vgc-Dp-4, Vgc-Hd-4-D, Or Vgc-Hd-4-H)
Appendix A: Installing the Video Graphics Card Appendix A. Installing the Video Graphics Card (VGC-DP-4, VGC-HD-4-D, or VGC-HD-4-H) Table A-1. Video Graphics Cards Video Graphics Cards Product Code Outputs Signal Format VGC-DP-4 4-port DisplayPort graphics card DisplayPort VGC-HD-4-D 4-port DisplayPort graphics card with DVI adapters DisplayPort, DVI VGC-HD-4-H 4-port DisplayPort graphics card with HDMI adapters DisplayPort, HDMI... -
Page 52: Installing The Video Graphics Card
We also recommend that you note the serial number of the card in a prominent place before you plug the card into the computer. This should hasten any query if you need to contact Black Box Technical Support. The serial number is displayed on the card and the box label. -
Page 53: Installing Additional Video Graphics Cards
The system limitations are the amount of address space available and the capacity of the power supply. Consult Black Box Technical Support at 877-877-2269 or info@blackbox.com if you have any problems installing multiple cards. The amount of current a power supply can deliver on each voltage rail is limited. There may also be a limit on the total power. -
Page 54: Card Ordering
Appendix A: Installing the Video Graphics Card A.5 Card Ordering To connect up to 64 screens to Video Graphics Cards, configure the links as shown in the diagram below. Figure A-2. Card numbering on the link header. The links control the order in which the display driver uses the Video Graphics Cards. Knowing the order that the Video Graphics Cards use will help when connecting the screens and the outputs from video switches. - Page 55 Appendix A: Installing the Video Graphics Card DisplayPort Outputs The Video Graphics Card has four DisplayPort connectors that allow full-size, locking cables capable of driving next generations displays. When used in conjunction with the extender modules (powered via the Video Graphics Card), cable lengths of up to 96 feet (30 meters) can be achieved.
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Page 56: Multi-Screen Configuration
Chapter A.6 Multi-Screen Configuration To change the display settings for the Video Graphics Cards, use the Display Properties dialog in the Control Panel. Display: 2. (Default Monitor) on Video Graphics Card (example only; this is a dropdown menu box) Resolution: 5120 x 4096 (example only; this is a dropdown menu box) Multiple displays: Extend desktop to this display. - Page 57 Appendix A: Installing the Video Graphics Card Figure A-5. Monitor Configuration screen. Resolution per Screen: Figure A-6. Resolution per screen slider bar. NOTE: Changing the resolution may alter the color palette settings, so check that it is correct before clicking OK or Apply. Color Palette: Select the number of colors you want to use.
- Page 58 Appendix A: Installing the Video Graphics Card Source of Mode: Figure A-7. Source of Mode screen. When the TWIN tab is selected, the display driver reads the EDID information from each monitor and reads the Registry to find detailed display timing information. The Source of Mode group box shows which mode sources are available for the selected resolution and color depth.
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Page 59: Defining Custom Modes
To define custom modes, use the Custom Mode Utilities tool on the Radian Video Wall Processor thumb drive. You can also download the latest version from the Black Box website: www.blackbox.com The Custom Modes tool is a utility for defining custom modes that can be generated by the Video Graphics Card. The custom modes tool must be used on a system where the active display driver supports custom modes. -
Page 60: Appendix B. Installing The Video Capture Cards
Appendix B: Installing the Video Capture Cards Appendix B. Installing the Video Capture Cards The available Video Capture Cards and their connectors are listed in Table B-1. Sections B.1 through B.9 provide installation instructions for each Video Capture Card. Table B-1. Video Capture Cards Product Code Connectors Supported Inputs... -
Page 61: Video Capture Card (Vcc-Sd-Hd-A-2)
Appendix B: Installing the Video Capture Cards B.1 Video Capture Card (VCC-SD-HD-A-2): (1) HD channel + (1) SD channel + AM2 + cable, full height Figure B- 1. Video Capture Card (VCC-SD-HD-A-2) illsutrated. B.1.1 Introduction The Video Capture Card (VCC-SD-HD-A-2) has two independent video capture channels—one supporting HD capture and a second simultaneously decoding Standard Definition composite video. -
Page 62: What's Included
We also recommend that you note the serial number of the card in a prominent place before the card is plugged into the computer. This should hasten any query if you need to contact Black Box Technical Support. The serial number is displayed on the card itself and the box label. -
Page 63: How To Connect Input Sources
Appendix B: Installing the Video Capture Cards B.1.5 How to Connect Input Sources The VCC-SD-HD-A-2 card has one DVI-I and one RCA (female) connector, and one RGB (male) connector on the Audio Module: The DVI-I connector supports DVI, HDMI, Component and RGB (VGA) inputs using the supplied adapters where required. A DVI input is connected directly into the DVI-I connector which accepts DVI-D (digital) or DVI-A (analog) inputs. - Page 64 Appendix B: Installing the Video Capture Cards An RGB (VGA) input is connected to the DVI-I connector using the supplied DVI-VGA Adapter: Figure B-5. RGB (VGA) input. A standard definition signal can be connected to the RCA connector on the VCC-SD-HD-A-2. Figure B-6.
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Page 65: Installing Multiple Cards
Appendix B: Installing the Video Capture Cards Table 8-2. Audio feed input signals. Connector Signal Balanced (XLR) input left Balanced (XLR) Input Right Unbalanced Input Left Unbalanced Input Right Audio Out Left Audio Out Right B.1.6 Installing Multiple Cards You can install multiple cards in a system, providing a large number of capture channels. Combinations of Video Capture Cards in the same machine are supported by the driver. -
Page 66: Firmware Upgrades
B.1.7 Firmware Upgrades The VCC-SD-HD-A-2 cards allow you to upgrade firmware on site rather than returning the card to Black Box. Whenever a firmware upgrade is performed, the J11 Link MUST BE FITTED on the Video Capture Card. To perform the upgrade, follow the step-by-step instructions provided by the upgrade application. -
Page 67: Hardware Overview
We also recommend that you note the serial number of the card in a prominent place before plugging the card into the computer. This should hasten any query if you need to contact Black Box Technical Support. -
Page 68: How To Connect Input Sources
Appendix B: Installing the Video Capture Cards 4. Reconnect all cables to the PC, then connect a DVI cable (not supplied) distributing the DVI source signal to the connector on the VCC-SD-HD-3 capture card 5. You can connect a standard definition signal to the RCA connector on the VCC-SD-HD-3. 6. - Page 69 Appendix B: Installing the Video Capture Cards An RGB (VGA) input is connected to the DVI-I connector using the supplied DVI-VGA Adapter: Figure B-13. RGB (VGA) input. A standard definition signal can be connected to the RCA connector on the VCC-SD-HD-A-2. Figure B-14.
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Page 70: Installing Multiple Cards
Appendix B: Installing the Video Capture Cards Table 8-3. Audio feed input signals. Connector Signal Balanced (XLR) input left Balanced (XLR) Input Right Unbalanced Input Left Unbalanced Input Right Audio Out Left Audio Out Right B.2.6 Installing Multiple Cards You can install multiple cards in a system, providing a large number of capture channels. Combinations of Radian Video Wall Controller capture cards in the same machine are supported by the Vision driver. -
Page 71: Firmware Upgrades
The program will run, but no notifications are displayed. B.2.7 Firmware Upgrades The VCC-SD-HD-3 cards allow you to upgrade firmware on site rather than returning the card to Black Box. Whenever a firmware upgrade is performed, the J8 Link MUST BE FITTED on the VCC-SD-HD-3. -
Page 72: Video Capture Card (Vcc-Sdi-Sd-Hd-3)
Appendix B: Installing the Video Capture Cards B.3 Video Capture Card (VCC-SDI-SD-HD-3): (1) HD channels + (1) HD-SDI channel + (1) SD channel, full height Figure B-17. Video Capture Card (VCC-SD-SDI-HD-3) illustrated. B.3.1 Introduction The VCC-SDI-SD-HD-3 has three independent video capture channels—one supporting HD capture, a second decoding Standard Definition composite video and the third, an HD-SDI capture supporting SD-SDI, HD-SDI, and 3G-SDI—all channels can be captured simultaneously. -
Page 73: What's Included
We also recommend that you note the serial number of the card in a prominent place before the card is plugged into the computer. This should hasten any query if you need to contact Black Box Technical Support. -
Page 74: How To Connect Input Sources
Appendix B: Installing the Video Capture Cards B.3.5 How to Connect Input Sources The VCC-SDI-SD-HD-3 card has one DVI-I, one RCA (female) connector, and one BNC (Green LED) connector. The DVI-I connector supports DVI, HDMI, Component and RGB (VGA) inputs using adapters where required. A DVI input is connected directly into the DVI-I connector, which accepts DVI-D (digital) or DVI-A (analog) inputs. - Page 75 Appendix B: Installing the Video Capture Cards An RGB (VGA) input is connected to the DVI-I connector using the supplied DVI-VGA Adapter: Figure B-21. RGB (VGA) input. A standard definition signal can be connected to the RCA connector on the VCC-SDI-SD-HD-3 . Figure B-22.
- Page 76 Appendix B: Installing the Video Capture Cards Cable Length The VCC-SDI-SD-HD-3 supports cable lengths of up to 480 feet (150 meters). for 3G-SDI. This figure is based on using low-loss coax cable (Belden 1694A). Using the Optional Audio Module (AM2) Audio is connected to the AM2 using the Audio Break Out cable provided with the AM2.
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Page 77: Installing Multiple Cards
B.3.7 Firmware Upgrades The VCC-SDI-SD-HD-3 cards allow firmware upgrade to be completed on site rather than returning the card to Black Box. Whenever a firmware upgrade is performed, the J8 Link MUST BE FITTED on the VCC-SDI-SD-HD-3. To perform the upgrade, follow the step-by-step instructions provided by the upgrade application. -
Page 78: Software Installation
Appendix B: Installing the Video Capture Cards NOTE: The latest driver installation program includes an automatic firmware update, if required. Before installing the application and driver, ensure that the J8 link is fitted. B.3.8 Software Installation The Video Capture Card software (driver and application) is installed by inserting the CD that was shipped with your card into a CD drive on your PC. -
Page 79: Video Capture Card (Vcc-Hd-4)
Appendix B: Installing the Video Capture Cards B.4 Video Capture Card (VCC-HD-4): (4) channel DVI/RGB/HD capture card Figure B-26. Video Capture Card (VCC-HD-4) illustrated. B.4.1 Introduction The VCC-HD-4 has four on-board video capture channels: two HDMI 1.4 channels offer 3840 x 2160 @ 30 frames per second (fps) and two HDMI 1.3 channels offer 1920 x 1080 @ 60 fps, all operating independently of each other. -
Page 80: What's Included
We also recommend that you note the serial number of the card in a prominent place before the card is plugged into the computer. This should hasten any query if you need to contact Black Box Technical Support. The serial number is displayed on the card itself and the box label. -
Page 81: How To Connect Input Sources
Appendix B: Installing the Video Capture Cards B.4.6 How to Connect Input Sources A DVI input connects directly into the DVI-I connector that accepts DVI-D (digital) or DVI-A (analog) inputs. Figure B-28. DVI input. An HDMI input is connected to the DVI-I connector using the supplied DVI-HDMI Adapter. Figure B-29. -
Page 82: Installing Multiple Cards
Appendix B: Installing the Video Capture Cards An RGB (VGA) input is connected to the DVI-I connector using the supplied DVI-VGA Adapter: B-31. RGB (VGA) input. B.4.6 Installing Multiple Cards Multiple cards can be installed in a system, providing a large number of capture channels. Combinations of Radian Video Wall Processor capture cards in the same machine are supported by the Radian Video Wall Processor driver. -
Page 83: Firmware Upgrades
B.4.7 Firmware Upgrades The VCC-HD-4 cards allow you to upgrade firmware on site rather than returning the card to Black Box. Whenever a firmware upgrade is performed, the SW2 on the DIP switch must be set ON. The DIP Switch can be located on the back of the VCC-HD-4 To perform the upgrade, follow the step-by-step instructions provided by the upgrade application. -
Page 84: Hardware Overview
We also recommend that you note the serial number of the card in a prominent place before the card is plugged into the computer. This should hasten any query should you need to contact Black Box Technical Support. -
Page 85: How To Connect Input Sources
Appendix B: Installing the Video Capture Cards 4. Reconnect all cables to the PC then connect a DisplayPort cables, distributing the video source signal to DisplayPort connectors on the VCC-DP-2. B.5.5 How to Connect Input Sources The VCC-DP-2 card has two locking DisplayPort 1.2 connectors. Figure B-34. -
Page 86: Installing Multiple Cards
Appendix B: Installing the Video Capture Cards Cable Settings When using the VCC-DP-2, a cable settings function becomes available in the Input Settings of the software application. DisplayPort sources often train the cable link at the maximum available bit rate, even if it is not needed for the required display resolution. -
Page 87: Firmware Upgrades
8.5.7 Firmware Upgrades The VCC-DP-2 cards allow firmware upgrade to be completed on site rather than returning the card to Black Box. Whenever a firmware upgrade is performed, the SW2 on the DIP switch must be set ON. The DIP Switch can be located on the back of the VCC-DP-2. -
Page 88: Video Capture Card (Vcc-Hd-4-H Or Vcc-Hd-4-D)
Appendix B: Installing the Video Capture Cards B.6 Video Capture Card (VCC-HD-4-H or VCC-HD-4-D) Figure B- 38. VCC-HD-4-H or VCC-SD-HD-4-D B.6.1 Introduction The VCC-HD-4 has four on board video capture channels; two channels of HDMI 1.4 offering 3840 x 2160 @ 30 frames per second (fps) and two HDMI 1.3 channels offering 1920 x 1080 @ 60 fps, all operating independently of each other. -
Page 89: What's Included
Appendix B: Installing the Video Capture Cards • RGBEasy API. Models VCC-HD-4-H - Capture card with 2 x HDMI splitter cables. VCC-HD-4-D - Capture card with 2 x DVI splitter cables. B.6.3 What's Included Your packing box should contain the following items: VCC-HD-4 - Quad HDMI video capture card and depending on which model ordered, either: •... -
Page 90: How To Connect Input Sources
Appendix B: Installing the Video Capture Cards B.6.5 How to Connect Input Sources The VCC-HD-4 card has two DSM59 connectors. The connectors support DVI or HDMI using the supplied splitter cables where required. Figure B-39. Connecting input sources. Be careful when connecting the splitter cables to the VCC-HD-4 card. Do not force the cable into the connector. Forcing the cable into the connector could cause damage not covered by the warranty. -
Page 91: Installing Multiple Cards
Appendix B: Installing the Video Capture Cards B.6.6 Installing Multiple Cards Multiple cards can be installed in a system providing a large number capture channels. Combinations of Radian Video Wall Processor capture cards in the same machine are supported by the Radian Video Wall Processor driver. To control the order in which the driver uses the cards, we recommend when installing multiple cards that you configure the J5 links on the VCC-HD-4-H or VCC-HD-4-D. -
Page 92: Firmware Upgrades
Appendix B: Installing the Video Capture Cards B.6.7 Firmware Upgrades The VCC-HD-4-H and VCC-HD-4-D cards allow firmware upgrade to be completed on site rather than returning the card to Black Box. Whenever a firmware upgrade is performed, the SW2 on the DIP switch must be set ON. The DIP Switch can be located on the back of the VCC-HD-4-H or VCC-HD-4-D. -
Page 93: What's Included
We also recommend that you note the serial number of the card in a prominent place before the card is plugged into the computer. This should hasten any query if you need to contact Black Box Technical Support. -
Page 94: How To Connect Input Sources
Appendix B: Installing the Video Capture Cards B.7.5 How to Connect Input Sources The VCC-SDI-4 card has four BNC type connectors for four separate, simultaneous inputs. The connectors have green LEDs. Connect the cables to distribute the video source signal to BNC input connectors on the VCC-SDI-4 capture card. Figure B-42. -
Page 95: Installing Multiple Cards
Appendix B: Installing the Video Capture Cards B.7.6 Installing Multiple Cards Figure B-43. Card ordering. Multiple cards can be installed in a system, providing a large number capture channels. Combinations of Radian Video Wall Processor capture cards in the same machine are supported by the Radian Video Wall Processor driver. To control the order in which the driver uses the cards, we recommend when installing multiple cards that you configure the J5 links on the VCC-SDI-4. -
Page 96: Firmware Upgrades
We also recommend that you note the serial number of the card in a prominent place before the card is plugged into the computer. This should hasten any query if you need to contact Black Box Technical Support. -
Page 97: Installing Vcc-Stream Cards
Appendix B: Installing the Video Capture Cards Each card uses a single PCIe slot, is passively cooled, and can easily be added to a system already using Video Wall Controller technology without changing existing configuration or front-end software. This transparent software model enables the number of supported IP streams to be scaled up quickly according to the user requirements. - Page 98 Appendix B: Installing the Video Capture Cards The VCC-STREAM card has two Ethernet ports and one currently dormant output DisplayPort connector (reserved for future use). Figure B-45. Connecting input sources. Connect a network cable into one or both of the Ethernet ports. Be careful when connecting a network cable. Make sure the cable connector is pushed firmly into the Ethernet port until you hear a definite click.
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Page 99: Ip Addressing
Appendix B: Installing the Video Capture Cards The green LEDs are labelled 0-5 and 8-11 these map to LEDs D4 to D13. Table B-6. LEDs. LED Link Lane LED Status Normal Operation PCI Host Link lane 0 On=Gen 2 Flashing=Gen 1 Off=Link not trained On - Gen 2 PCI Host Link lane 1 On=Gen 2... -
Page 100: Software Overview
Appendix B: Installing the Video Capture Cards Black Box VCC-STREAM Figure B-48. IP address screen. LAN1 and LAN2 operate independently. They both require configuring as a Static IP address. Repeat this process for LAN2 by clicking on the LAN2 tab. -
Page 101: Troubleshooting
Appendix B: Installing the Video Capture Cards Firmware Upgrades The VCC-STREAM cards allow firmware upgrades to be completed on-site rather than returning the card to Black Box. Whenever a firmware upgrade is performed, the JP8 Link MUST BE FITTED on the VCC-STREAM card. -
Page 102: Appendix C: Installing The Expansion Chassis
Appendix C: Installing the Expansion Chassis Appendix C. Installing the Expansion Chassis Available models include: • Expansion Chassis (VWX-2090), 600 W RPSU, works with VWP-2090. • Expansion Chassis (VWX-2110), 800 W RPSU, works with VWP-2110. See Chapter 3 for more information. -
Page 103: Appendix D: Radian Video Wall Processor Software Capabilities
Appendix D: Radian Video Wall Processor Software Capabilities Appendix D. Radian Video Wall Processor Software Capabilities • Timestamp support for streaming synchronization. • Synchronize multiple inputs across multiple cards. • Synchronize systems using network clock synchronization. • Use for edge blending and other applications. •... - Page 104 Appendix D: Radian Video Wall Processor Software Capabilities NOTE: The supplied drivers and software require that you use: • Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008, Windows 7 (x86 and x64 Operating Systems), Windows 8, or Linux (audio not supported) •...
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