Page 1
AVS-HDB-WPTX Video Extender - 4K HDMI, VGA, RS-232, Wallplate Transmitter with Audio User Manual Provides a wallplate interface for HDMI/VGA input sources. 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 Manual Trademarks Used in this Manual Black Box and the Double Diamond logo are registered trademarks of BB Technologies, Inc. Any other trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowledged to be the property of the trademark owners.
Page 3
FCC and IC RFI Statements/NOM 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 Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference...
Page 4
NOM Statement 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.
Page 5
NOM Statement 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.
Page 6
Safety Precautions Safety Precautions For reliable operation of the equipment and personnel safety, follow the guidelines below for installation, use, and maintenance of the device. 1. The system must be grounded properly. Do not use two-blade plugs and ensure the alternating power supply ranges from 100 to 240 VAC and 50 to 60 Hz.
Table of Contents Table of Contents Specifications ....................8 Overview .....................9 Introduction ..................9 Features ...................9 What's Included ................10 Hardware Description ..............10 2.4.1 Front Panel ................10 2.4.2 Side Panel ................12 2.4.3 Back Panel ................12 System Connection ..................14 Usage Precautions................14 Connection Procedure ..............14 Powering On the Unit ..............15 PoC Solution ...................15 Application ..................16...
HDBaseT output supports 60-m UHD video transmission with PoC, and enables bi-direc- tional RS-232 communication between the AVS-HDB-WPTX and the remote device. Using PoC, AVS-HDB-WPTX can be powered via a far-end PoC receiver. 2.2 Features • Selectable HDMI/VGA with audio input •...
Chapter 2: Overview 2.3 What's Included Your package should include the following items. If anything is missing or damaged, contact Black Box Technical Support at 877-877-2269 or info@blackbox.com. • (1) Video Extender —4K HDMI, VGA, RS-232, Wallplate Transmitter with Audio (AVS- HDB-WPTX) •...
Page 11
HDCP; blinks when it is not HDCP; and turns off when there is no source signal. RESET button Press this button to reboot the AVS-HDB-WPTX. Used for firmware update. Plug a flash disk or other storage device with update file (MERGE.bin), and send command 50698% to update the firmware.
1. HDBaseT OUT: RJ-45 port, connect to a receiver via a CAT5e/6 cable to deliver Audio/Video signals, supports PoC. NOTE: AVS-HDB-WPTX supports unidirectional PoC. It can be powered the by far-end receiver but it can’t power the far-end receiver. 2.4.3 Back Panel Figure 2-3.
Page 13
Chapter 2: Overview Table 2-2. Back panel components. Number Name Description Power In Power in port, 2-pin pluggable terminal block, connects to 12-VDC power adapter. Power out Power out port, connects to AVS-CTRL8 to power it with a 12-VDC power output. RS-232 serial port Connects to a far-end receiver, supports bi-directional RS-232 control leads (sends the control signal from local devices or...
3.2 Connection Procedure Step 1: Connect an HDMI source device (e.g. Blu-ray DVD) to the HDMI input port of the AVS-HDB-WPTX with HDMI cable. Connect a VGA source device (e.g. PC) to the VGA input port of the AVS-HDB-WPTX with VGA cable.
Step 4: Connect a control terminal to the RS-232 port on the front panel of the AVS-HDB-RX. Step 5: Connect a control device (e.g. PC) to the RS-232 port of the AVS-HDB-WPTX or the AVS-HDB-RX (bi-directional RS-232 control, either is available).
Chapter 3: System Connection Connect a 24-VDC power adapter to the power port of AVS-HDB-RX. AVS-HDB-WPTX can be powered synchronously via PoC. Figure 3-3. PoC connections. 3.5 Application Use the AVS-HDB-WPTX for computer monitoring, conference rooms, large-screen displays, television, education applications and more.
4.2 RS-232 Control RS-232 can be transmitted bi-directionally between AVS-HDB-WPTX and AVS-HDB-RX, so it can control a third-party RS-232 device locally or control an AVS-HDB-WPTX from remotely. To control a third-party RS-232 device, set the baud rate of this device to 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, or 115200.
Page 18
Set the COM number, baud rate, data bit, stop bit, and parity bit correctly so you can send commands in the Command Sending Area of the screen. NOTE: To control the AVS-HDB-WPTX via an RS-232 port, configure the communication protocol parameters as: Baud rate: 9600; Data bit: 8; Stop bit: 1; Parity bit: none.
Chapter 4: Operation 4.2 RS-232 Communication Commands Table 4-1. RS-232 commands. Switch Commands Command Function Feedback Example 50701% Switch to HDMI input Switch to HDMI 50704% Switch to VGA input Switch to VGA 50705% Change the horizontal polarity to the oppo- Hpolarity:0/1 site.
Page 20
Chapter 4: Operation Table 4-1 (continued). RS-232 commands. Setup Commands Command Function Feedback Example 502xx% Set the brightness to xx. XX ranges Brightness: xx from 00 to 99. 503xx% Set the contrast to xx. XX ranges Contrast: xx from 00 to 99 504xx% Set the saturation to xx.
Page 21
Chapter 4: Operation Table 4-1 (continued). RS-232 commands. Setup Commands (continued) Command Function Feedback Example 50617% Reset to factory default. — Inquire Commands Command Function Feedback Example 50632% Check the output resolution . Resolution: xx 50633% Check the picture mode. Picture Mode: xx 50793% Check HDCP status.
Page 22
Chapter 4: Operation Table 4-1 (continued). RS-232 commands. EDID Commands Command Function Feedback Example 50772% EDID passthrough EDID: bypass mode 50773% Set EDID passthrough EDID:1080P&PCM 2ch 50774% Set EDID data to 1080P Dolby 5.1 EDID:1080P&5.1ch 50775% Set EDID data to 1080P3D Dolby 5.1 EDID:1080P3d&5.1ch 50776% Set EDID data to 1080i PCM 2.0ch EDID:1080i&PCM 2ch...
Cannot control the device The unit might be broken. Contact Black Box through RS-232 port or front- Technical Support at panel buttons. 877-877-2269 or info@blackbox.com. If your problem persists after you follow the above troubleshooting steps,contact Black Box Technical Support at 877-877-2269 or info@blackbox.com.
Page 24
877-877-2269 or blackbox.com. About Black Box Black Box provides an extensive range of networking and infrastructure products. You’ll find everything from cabinets and racks and power and surge protection products to media converters and Ethernet switches all supported by free, live 24/7 Tech support available in 60 seconds or less.
Need help?
Do you have a question about the AVS-HDB-WPTX and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers