AVGear AVG-SC41T-CODEC User Manual

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AVG-SC41T-CODEC
The AVG-SC41T-Codec is a conferencing system
codec kit supporting resolutions up to 4K@30Hz
4:4:4 and HDCP2.2. It includes a Transmitter and
Receiver, providing AV Switching, de-embedded
Audio, System Control commands and USB
Extension.
Video, Audio, Control, USB and Ethernet signals
can be transmitted over a single CATx cable up to
100m.
Features
 Supports resolution conversion
ranging from 720p to 4Kx2K@30Hz
4:4:4
 Provides a variety of interfaces to
simplify room device management.
 Supports PCs, USB devices such as
keyboard, webcam, Mic for
Conferencing system.
 Extends the transmission distance
of USB signals.
 Supports Auto-switching for inputs.
 HDBaseT technology extends
Video, Audio, Control and Ethernet
up to 100m.
 De-embedded Analogue Audio.
 CEC control of connected Display.
 Controllable relays for Projector
screens or lifts.
 Local Input available on the
Receiver for BYOD (sold
separately).

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  • Page 1 Conferencing system.  Extends the transmission distance of USB signals.  Supports Auto-switching for inputs. The AVG-SC41T-Codec is a conferencing system  HDBaseT technology extends codec kit supporting resolutions up to 4K@30Hz Video, Audio, Control and Ethernet 4:4:4 and HDCP2.2. It includes a Transmitter and up to 100m.
  • Page 2 AVG-SC41T-CODEC PLEASE READ THIS PRODUCT MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT. This manual is only for operational instruction only, and not to be used for maintenance. The functions described in this version are current as at January 2018. Any changes of functions and operational parameters will be updated in future manual versions.
  • Page 3 AVG-SC41T-CODEC SAFETY OPERATION GUIDE To guarantee the reliable operation of the equipment and safety of the user, please abide by the following procedures in installation, use and maintenance: 1. The system must be earthed properly. Please do not use two blade plugs and ensure the alternating power supply ranges from 100v to 240v and from 50Hz to 60Hz.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    AVG-SC41T-CODEC TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ......................Introduction to AVG-SC41T-CODEC ............Features ....................... What’s in the Box ..................Panel Description ..................... Transmitter ....................Receiver ....................... System Connection ....................Usage Precautions ..................System Diagram ................... Operation ........................Front Panel Controls ..................Manual Switching ................
  • Page 5: Introduction

    AVG-SC41T-CODEC 1. Introduction 1.1. Introduction to AVG-SC41T-CODEC The AVG-SC41T-Codec is a conferencing system codec kit supporting resolutions up to 4K@30Hz 4:4:4 and HDCP2.2. It includes a Transmitter and Receiver, providing AV Switching, de-embedded Audio, System Control commands and USB Extension. Video, Audio, Control, USB and Ethernet signals can be transmitted over a single CATx cable up to 100m.
  • Page 6: What's In The Box

    AVG-SC41T-CODEC 1.3. What’s in the Box  1 x AVG-SC41T-Codec-T Transmitter and 1 x AVG-SC41T-Codec-R Receiver  4 x Mounting Ears, and 6 screws  8 x Rubber feet  1 x RS232 cable (3 pin phoenix connector to DB9) ...
  • Page 7: Panel Description

    AVG-SC41T-CODEC 2. Panel Description 2.1. Transmitter Front Panel RELAY 1 1-HDMI 2-HDMI 3-DP 4-VGA RX HDMI SOURCE RETURN MENU VOL - DISPLAY VOL + AUTO/3s ENTER MUTE/3s RELAY 2 ① POWER LED: The LED illuminates red when power is applied, or orange when the auto-switching mode is selected.
  • Page 8 AVG-SC41T-CODEC 2.2. Transmitter Rear Panel CONTROL PC 1 PC 2 DEVICE 1 DEVICE 2 RS232 TCP/IP FIRMWARE HDBT 1-HDMI 2-HDMI 3-DP 4-VGA AUDIO HDMI INPUT OUTPUT DC 24V ① INPUT:  VIDEO: 2 HDMI inputs, 1 DP input and 1 VGA input.
  • Page 9: Receiver

    AVG-SC41T-CODEC 2.3. Receiver Front Panel FIRMWARE HDBT HDMI 1 2 3 ① POWER LED: The LED illuminates red when power is applied. ② HDBT LED: The LED illuminates green when HDBT input signal present. ③ HDMI LED: The LED illuminates green when HDMI input signal present.
  • Page 10: System Connection

    AVG-SC41T-CODEC 3. System Connection 3.1. Usage Precautions 1. The system should be installed in a clean environment that has proper temperature and humidity. 2. All the power switches, plugs, sockets and power cords should be insulated and safe. 3. All devices should be connected before powering it on.
  • Page 11: Operation

    AVG-SC41T-CODEC 4. Operation 4.1. Front Panel Control Front panel buttons can be used for switching operations, OSD and volume control. 4.1.1. Manual Switching Press the SOURCE/AUTO button to select an input for the Transmitter, press again to select next source, switching sequentially between 1-HDMI, 2-HDMI, 3-DP and 4- VGA.
  • Page 12: Auto Switching

    AVG-SC41T-CODEC 4.1.2. Auto-Switching Long-press the SOURCE/AUTO button for 3 seconds or more to enable auto- switching mode. The auto-switching mode works as follows:  New input Once the Transmitter detects a new input signal and it isn’t already locked onto an input, it will switch to this new signal automatically.
  • Page 13: Rs232 Control

    AVG-SC41T-CODEC 4.3. RS232 Control As RS232 commands can be transmitted to the Receiver from the Transmitter, so it is able to control the Transmitter or the third-party device (such as projector) on Receiver from local. The baud rate support 2400, 4800, 9600(default), 19200, 38400, 57600 or 115200.
  • Page 14: Installation/Removal Of Rs232 Control Software

     Uninstallation: Delete all the control software files in corresponding file path. 4.3.2. Basic Settings To begin with, connect the AVG-SC41T-Codec with all your input devices and output devices required, then connect it to a PC which has some RS232 control software installed.
  • Page 15: Rs232 Control Commands

    AVG-SC41T-CODEC 4.3.3. RS232 Control Commands Communication protocol: RS232 control Protocol Command Type: ASCII Baud rate: 9600 Data bit: 8 Stop bit: 1 Parity bit: none The terminating characters for any of the commands are “<CR><LF>”. That is carriage(h0D) return and line feed(h0A).
  • Page 16 AVG-SC41T-CODEC Command Function Feedback Turn down the source audio volume VOLS AN Source Volume: xx (xx=00~60). Turn up the VGA auxiliary audio volume VOLV AP VGA Volume: xx (xx=00~60). Turn down the VGA auxiliary audio VOLV AN VGA Volume: xx volume (xx=00~60).
  • Page 17 AVG-SC41T-CODEC Auto Power Off Setup Command Function Feedback Auto Switch Mode no input to shut down time: Disable ?GET TIME Check the auto power-off mode. Manual Switch Mode no input to shut down time: Disable Auto Switch Mode no Auto Switch Mode: Disable the auto...
  • Page 18 AVG-SC41T-CODEC Relay Control Command Function Feedback RLY1 ON Turn on the Relay 1. Relay 1 on RLY1 OFF Turn off the Relay 1. Relay 1 off RLY2 ON Turn on the Relay 2. Relay 2 on RLY2 OFF Turn off the Relay 2.
  • Page 19: Osd Menu Control

    AVG-SC41T-CODEC 4.4. OSD Menu Control The AVG-SC41T-CODEC features a powerful OSD menu, including picture settings and system setup. Operation:  Press the button MENU/ENTER to enter OSD menu.  Press direction buttons (Left/Right/Up/ down) to select function on OSD menu.
  • Page 20: Setup Menu Item

    AVG-SC41T-CODEC 4.4.2. Setup Menu Items Including Menu Language, Restore Default, Software Update, Baudrate, TX Resolution, RX Resolution and SW Version.  Menu Language: Supports 3 languages, including English (default), French, and Spanish.  Restore Default: Restores to original system state.
  • Page 21: Web Based Gui Control

    AVG-SC41T-CODEC 4.5. Web-based GUI Control The AVG-SC41T-CODEC can also be controlled via a web-based GUI. Users can interact with the Scaler Switcher through graphical icons and visual indicators in any web browser window. Type 192.168.0.178 in your browser, it will enter the log-in interface shown as below: This system only has a user mode.
  • Page 22: Control Menu

    AVG-SC41T-CODEC 4.5.1 Control Menu Type user name: user and password: user (default) and then click Login to enter Control menu shown below:  Sources:  Click the corresponding button (1-HDMI, 2-HDMI, 3-DP, 4-VGA and RX HDMI) to select video input source.
  • Page 23: Configuration Menu

    AVG-SC41T-CODEC 4.5.2. Configuration Menu 1. Click icon in control menu to enter the configuration Menu shown as below:  Output Resolution: Select the output resolution for Transmitter or Receiver.  Update:  EDID: Insert the USB flash disk with EDID file to the FIRMWARE port of Transmitter, and then click EDID button to start update procedure.
  • Page 24 AVG-SC41T-CODEC 2. Click the Network button to enter the network setting menu shown as below: In this interface, dynamic or static IP mode can be selected. Under static IP mode, IP address and subnet mask, gateway can be set. Be sure the IP addresses are different from others on your network to avoid an IP conflict.
  • Page 25: Rs232 Control Menu

    AVG-SC41T-CODEC In this interface, you can edit the names of the source inputs to suit your needs. 4.5.3 RS232 Control Menu Click the RS232 Control tab on the top of interface to enter the RS232 control menu shown below: ...
  • Page 26 AVG-SC41T-CODEC Click RX DISPLAY to enter the below menu to set the ON/OFF button function to turn on/ off the display device (such as projector).  Status: ON or OFF can be chosen.  Baud Rate: Supports 2400、4800、9600、19200、38400、57600、115200.  Command: Typing the control command of display device, and then click Send,...
  • Page 27: Password Menu

    AVG-SC41T-CODEC 4.5.4 Password Menu Click the Password tab on the top of interface to enter the password menu shown below: In this interface, the user name and password can be modified as required. 4.5.5 Web-based GUI update Web-based GUI for the Scaler Switcher features an online update available at .
  • Page 28: Specifications

    AVG-SC41T-CODEC 5. Specification Transmitter Video (2) HDMI; (1) DP; (1) VGA Video Input Video Input Connector (2) Female HDMI; (1) DisplayPort; (1) Female VGA (15-pin) HDMI: Up to 4Kx2K@30Hz 4:4:4 Input Resolution DP: Up to 4Kx2K@30Hz 4:4:4 VGA: Up to 1920x1200@50/60Hz (1) HDMI;...
  • Page 29 AVG-SC41T-CODEC Receiver Video Video Input (1) HDBT; (1) HDMI Video Input Connector (1) RJ45; (1) Female HDMI HDBT: Up to 4Kx2K@30Hz 4:4:4 Input Resolution HDMI: Up to 4Kx2K@30Hz 4:4:4 Video Output (1) HDMI Video Output Connector (1) Female HDMI Supports 3840x2160@30Hz, 1920x1080, 1280x720...
  • Page 30: Panel Drawing

    AVG-SC41T-CODEC 6. Panel Drawing Transmitter CONTROL PC 1 PC 2 DEVICE 1 DEVICE 2 RS232 TCP/IP FIRMWARE HDBT 1-HDMI 2-HDMI 3-DP 4-VGA AUDIO HDMI INPUT OUTPUT DC 24V 4K Scaler w/ Soft Codec 220.0 mm RELAY 1 1-HDMI 2-HDMI 3-DP...
  • Page 31: Troubleshooting & Maintenance

    AVG-SC41T-CODEC 7. Troubleshooting & Maintenance Problems Causes Solutions Poor quality HDMI Change the HDMI cable to a good quality Output image is white cable or faulty cable. cable. noise Failed or loose Fix the connection connection Check with oscilloscope or multimeter if...

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