Aurora VLX-TC1-C Product Manual
Vlx series, visual lossless low latency
4k av ip distribution over 1gbe switching
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- Page 1 Product Guide Digital Video VLX Series Visual Lossless Low Latency 4K AV IP Distribution over 1GbE Switching www.westpennwire.com www.westpennwire.com...
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Page 2: Safety Instructions
Please review the following safety precautions. If this is the first time using this model, then read this manual before installing or using the product. If the product is not functioning properly, please contact your local dealer or Aurora for further instructions. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS PACKAGE CONTENTS ..........................1 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ........................2 INTRODUCTION ..........................3 About ................................3 Documentation ............................3 Features ..............................4 VLXTC1-C Front .............................5 VLXTC1-C Rear ............................6 VLXTCW2H-C Front ..........................7 VLXTCW2V-C Front ..........................8 VLXTCW2H-C & VLX-TCW2V-C Rear .....................9 VLXTC1-C Dante Option Slot .......................9 UNDERSTANDING THE BASICS .......................10 Direct Connection with No Ethernet Switch ..................10 1GbEEthernet Switch ..........................10 Network Infrastructure ..........................10... - Page 4 The VLX Series Products provides one of the most advanced IP Streaming solutions on the market utilizing Aurora’ s IPBaseT technology, which synergizes various IP/AV standards to work together as one. It is the in- dustry’ s frst 4K UHD transceiver with only 1.5 frame (25ms) latency and visually lossless compression. Te VLX- TCW2H has 2 HDMI®...
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Page 5: Package Contents
Please make sure the following items are included within your package. Contact your dealer if any items are missing or damaged. Box Versions VLX-TC1-C • 1 qty VLX-TC1-C 1G RJ-45 Copper Tranceiver Unit • 2 qty Mounting Ears and screws Wall Plate 2 Gang Versions VLX-TCW2V-C •... -
Page 6: Optional Accessories
Optional Accessories • VLX-TC1-RK1 (1RU Rack mount holds 2 units) Includes 4 Rails and 1 Blank • VLX-TC1-RK5 (5RU Rack mount holds 12 units) Includes 24 rails and 4 Blanks • VLX-TC1-BLK (Blank Plate for Rack Mounts) & VLX-TC1-RAIL (For VLX-TC1 use in rack mounts) •... -
Page 7: Introduction
Audio, video, data, and control can be sent securely to one or many units using off-the-shelf 1G RJ-45 Ethernet switch. When the VLX is set up to be a transmitter, the 2 HDMI inputs (VLX-TC1-C, VLX- TCW2H-C) or VGA/HDMI inputs (VLX-TCW2V-2) become a source switch and the HDMI output becomes a potential loop out. -
Page 8: Features
• 128 per source with HDCP , Larger for Non-Encrypted Sources • Videowall with Image Rotation • 1G LAN PoE • 2 HDMI Inputs, 1 HDMI Output (VLX-TC1-C, VLX-TCW2H-C) • 1 VGA/1 HDMI Inputs, 1 HDMI Output (VLX-TCW2V-C) • Line In/Out Stereo •... -
Page 9: Vlxtc1-C Front
VLX-TC1-C Front LEDs • Power/Status – Power will light green when unit is on or in standby. Status will blink at a normal pace durin regular operation and slower pace when in standby. • Encoder/Decoder – Encoder (transmit) or Decoder (receiver) will be lit when set accordingly. -
Page 10: Vlxtc1-C Rear
VLX-TC1-C Rear Rear From lef to right 48VDC 48 Volt DC isolated power input. 10/100/1000Mbps LAN. Can power the unit with PoE from injector or switch. USB 2.0 480Mbps USB 2.0 Type A to be connected to a host (PC) or Type B for device (ex. Mouse, keyboard, etc.). -
Page 11: Vlxtcw2H-C Front
VLX-TCW2H-C Front Buttons • In 1 – Selects HDMI Input 1 (Lights Red, Green, or Blue). • In 2 – Selects HDMI Input 2 (Lights Red, Green, or Blue). • Stream – Selects remote stream assigned when set as decoder (Lights Red, Green, or Blue). If held for 5 sec will switch between encode and decode modes. -
Page 12: Vlxtcw2V-C Front
VLX-TCW2V-C Front Buttons • In 1 – Selects VGA (Lights Red, Green, or Blue). • In 2 – Selects HDMI Input 2 (Lights Red, Green, or Blue). • Stream – Selects remote stream assigned when set as decoder (Lights Red, Green, or Blue). If held for 5 sec will switch between encode and decode modes. -
Page 13: Vlxtcw2H-C & Vlx-Tcw2V-C Rear
VLX-TCW2 wall box dimensions are 3.728” x 2.83” x 1.404” . Wall box portion depth is 1.404” without option card and 2.25” with option card. VLX-TC1-C Dante Option Slot • Option Card Slot for Dante option. -
Page 14: Understanding The Basics
UNDERSTANDING THE BASICS Direct Connection with No Ethernet Switch The VLX Series is designed to automatically tunnel the video, audio, USB, RS-232, and IR if they are connected without an Ethernet switch. 1GbE Ethernet Switch It is important to use a non-blocking IGMP 1GbE switch with IGMP snooping and Jumbo packets. Te size of the switch is based on the requirements of the project. -
Page 15: Controlling The Vlx
Controlling the VLX To simplify control of the VLX, each unit can be controlled via. It can also be controlled from other Aurora control products or 3rd party control systems with the available VLX API. In order to obtain the VLX Server API commands you must be dealer status otherwise an NDA is required and is at the discretion of Aurora. -
Page 16: Videowall Capabilities
Videowall Capabilities Te VLX videowall mode has the ability to take in up to a 4K UHD signal and create a low latency high qual- ity videowall up to 8x8 in size. Te way the mode works is by dividing the input resolution by the amount of displays. -
Page 17: Bandwidth Table
2. Launch the windows scanning applicaton node_list.bat available on the Aurora Customer Portal 3. The units on the network will popualte into the encoder and decoder fields accordingly 4. This will allow you to initally identify and communicate with the built-in web pages to set up each unit to... -
Page 18: Applications
APPLICATIONS Example 1: VLX-TCW2 Confgured as Transmitter to VLX-TC1 Confgured Receiver When the VLX Series is connected point to point, no confguration is required, as the units will auto identify and make a tunnel between both ends for the video, audio, RS-232, IR, USB and Ethernet. With the Copper Version a maximum distance of 100m (328f) can be achieved. -
Page 19: Example 2: Vlx Multi-Room
Example 3: Matrix - Multple VLX to Multiple VLX The VLX can take the place of any typical card cage matrix system, adding flexibility and performance never seen before Even features like seamless switching is no longer a premium www.westpennwire.com... -
Page 20: Example 4: Video-Wall
Example 4: Matrix - Video Wall Te VLX is capable of 4K video-walls. Up to 8x8 size can be created with 4K inputs www.westpennwire.com... -
Page 21: Example 5: Kvm Utilizing Usb 2.0
Example 5: KVM utilizing USB 2.0 Command & Control and NOC centers are perfect for the VLX series, especially with the USB 2.0 running at a full 480Mbps. Withe the VLX it is no longer just keyboard and mouse but full USB peripheral routing as well. www.westpennwire.com... -
Page 22: Recommended Cable And Connectivity
Recommended Cabling and Connectivity Bulk Cable | Category 6 UTP Category 6 | Features: Applications: • TIA-EIA Category 6 Cable Indoor for: • NEC Type CMR and CMP • 1GBaseT, 10/100Mb Data • (UL) Listed: UL1666 and NFPA262 • Horizontal Cabling •... - Page 23 Cable Assemblies | AV - CAT 6 UTP Category 6 | UTP Assemblies- Snag Proof Catalog No. Length Jacket Colors 3 Foot Cat6 C6C-114CC-3FB 7 Foot Cat6 C6C-114CC-7FB Replace CC: 10 Foot Cat6 C6C-114CC-10FB BK, BU, GY , RD, 15 Foot Cat6 C6C-114CC-15FB GN, WH, YE, OR 20 foot Cat6...
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Page 24: Troubleshooting Vlx Systems 20
APPENDIX 1 Troubleshooting It is advisable to make certain all units are using the latest firmware before troubleshooting. VLX Web Server is not responding • Make certain every VLX unit has a unique IP Address set for the webserver. Disconnect unit from 1G network and connect PC directly to 1G LAN and check to see if webserver appears in browser. -
Page 25: Recommended Network Switches
Recommended Network Switches SignaMax 065-7861PoE-24PS-L 24 Port 1G PoE Copper Switch with SFP 065-7861PoE-FP - Full Power 24 Port 1G PoE Copper Switch With SFP Cisco WS-C2960S-24PS-L 24 Port 1G PoE Copper Switch WS-C2960S-24PSQ-L 24 Port 1G PoE Copper Switch WS-C2960X-48FPS-L 48 Port 1G PoE Copper Switch with 4 SFP Huawei S5700-28P-PWR-LI-AC 28 Port 1G PoE Copper Switch 24 RJ-45 and 4 SFP... - Page 26 2833 West Chestnut Street Washington, PA 15301 Toll Free: 800-245-4964 sales@westpennwire.com www.westpennwire.com...
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