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USERS GUIDE VPX Series VPX-TC1-PRO● VPX-TC1-LT ● VPX-TC1-WP2-PRO 4K60 4:4:4 1GbE Visually Lossless Low Latency AV over IP VPX-TC1-LT VPX-TC1-PRO VPX-TC1-WP2 www.auroramm.com Manual Number: 240801 | Firmware Rev: 3.14.14 or Higher...
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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.
USERS GUIDE OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES RK2-1-K (1RU Rack Mount Holds 2 Units) Includes 4 rails and 1 blank RK2-5-K (5RU Rack Mount Holds 12 Units) Includes 24 rails and 4 blanks RK2-BP-K (Blank Plate for Rack Mounts) RK2-RL-K (For VPX-TC1 Use in Rack Mounts) BT-AC1 Bluetooth 5.3 Auracast ...
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USERS GUIDE IRC-BT1 Bluetooth Remote Control (Backlit remote for Changing Channels, EPG Guide, remote control system triggering and more. Comes with 2.4GHz RF dongle) IPA-SFP-RJ45-1 (1G RJ-45 LAN SFP Module) IPA-SFP-1GMM-1 (1G Multi-Mode Fiber SFP Module) www.auroramm.com...
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USERS GUIDE IPA-SFP-1G20 (1G Single-Mode Duplex Fiber SFP Module) PS0081-1 (48V 24-Watt PoE Injector) Available in –US, -AU, -EU, and –UK worldwide models PS0094-3 (48V 25-Watt Wall Supply) Comes with US, AU, EU, and UK interchangeable blades IR Receiver CA0026-1 ...
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USERS GUIDE RS-232 Adaptor CA0052-F2T3R (3.5mm TRS to FEMALE DB89 2-TX 3-RX) RS-232 Adaptor CA0052-F3T2R (3.5mm TRS to FEMALE DB89 3-TX 2-RX) RS-232 Adaptor CA0052-M2T3R (3.5mm TRS to MALE DB9 2-TX 3-RX) RS-232 Adaptor CA0052-M3T2R (3.5mm TRS to MALE DB9 3-TX 2-RX) LVR-2G Gang Electrical Ring ...
VPX-TC1. Documentation Aurora provides many documents to support the VPX Series and accessories. Below is a list of the available documents that can be found on the download tab of the VPX products or the customer portal.
USERS GUIDE Features Configure as Encoder or Decoder 4K60 4:4:4 (Pro) 4K30 4:4:4 (LT) UHD 120m over 1G CAT 5e HDMI 2.0b, HDCP 2.2 HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision LPCM up to 12-channels with 2-channel embedding and de-embedding ...
USERS GUIDE VPX Model Comparison Table VPX-TC1 Pro VPX-TC1 LT VPX-TC1-WP2 Enclosure Type Wall Plate Transceiver Transceiver Transceiver Unit Type (Encode or Decode) (Encode or Decode) (Encode or Decode) Network Type 1Gbps 1Gbps 1Gbps Max Video Resolution 4K60 4:4:4 4K30 4:4:4 4K60 4:4:4 Compression Type Mimix CODEC...
USERS GUIDE VPX-TC1-PRO & LT Front LEDs Power: Power will light green when unit is on or in standby. Status: Status will blink at a normal pace during regular operation and slower pace when in standby. OLED Display Using the buttons as described below, the OLED display will show firmware version, mode (encoder/decoder), IP address, serial number, MAC address, subnet mask, USB mode, active source information, and more.
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USERS GUIDE Special Functions Factory Default: Press and hold MENU and ENTER for 6 seconds. The OLED display will show “FACTORY RESET” while the device is resetting, followed by an automatic reboot. This will not change the current set device mode. Secondary Firmware Image Mode: Press and hold UP and DOWN while applying power.
When USB is utilized, some peripherals may require extra power. If more than 5 watts is required for USB, PoE+ can be used to extend the power range to 20 watts for 7 additional watts of power. SFP: SFP Cage for Multi-mode or Single-mode Fiber and RJ-45 LAN with optional modules available from Aurora. This ...
USERS GUIDE VPX-TC1-WP2 Front Buttons Video In 1: Selects HDMI Input 1 (Illuminates when selected or autosensed from last plugged). Video In 2: Selects USB-C Input 2 (Illuminates when selected or autosensed from last plugged). Stream: When in decoder mode this selects remote encoder stream to Video Out. If held for 6 seconds, it will switch ...
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USERS GUIDE LED Indications Source Indication: Red LED to be lit on the button corresponding to the source. When power is first applied, all front LEDs will light white for a second. All LEDs will be lit white to indicate that the firmware update is in progress. ...
USERS GUIDE VPX-TC1-WP2 Rear Rear 48VDC: 48 Volt DC isolated power input LAN: 10/100/1000Mbps LAN. Can power the unit with PoE from injector or switch. RS-232: Serial port pass-through and control up to 115Kbps. Audio In: Analog stereo audio input. ...
USERS GUIDE UNDERSTANDING THE BASICS Direct Connection with No Ethernet Switch The VPX Series is designed to automatically tunnel the video, audio, USB, RS-232, and IR if they are connected without an Ethernet switch once they have been connected for the first time with an Ethernet switch or through the secondary SFP port.
Network Switch Support While Aurora will do its best to assist in the network setup, the service and support of the switch will be borne by the Manufacturer of the switch. It is also highly recommended to have personnel, or a consultant certified in the brand being deployed for the facility.
USERS GUIDE For example, there are 2 displays, one is 1080p and the other is 4k UHD. If the EDID of the 4K display is used, the 1080p display will not see an image if it receives a 4K signal. If the EDID of the 1080p display is used, then both will see the image. However, signals will be limited to 1080p causing the 4K display to need to upscale the content.
USERS GUIDE Ethernet Bandwidth Usage The VPX streaming bandwidth is dynamic with compression at 14:1 compression for 4K60 4:4:4. With no USB activity and a still image fed into a decoder the VPX will use as little as 92Mbps of network bandwidth. Maximum throughput is 800Mbps without USB data.
USERS GUIDE HARDWARE INSTALLATION Network Setup 1. It is ideal to use a non-blocking 1G PoE Ethernet switch with enough power for a standard 15 watts per port if the infrastructure is RJ-45. PoE+ can be used as well but it is not necessary. If multiple switches are used there should be only 1 IGMP Querier per VLAN for the network.
VPX protocol. Dante ® License Option This is done with licensing which can be obtained by an authorized Aurora dealer. Once the license is enabled, Dante will be operational. Encoder Mode Line in audio can be routed either to Dante or HDMI (to replace HDMI audio).
Auracast Bluetooth Option (BT-AC1) This feature requires the Aurora BT-AC1 USB Dongle to enable this feature. The BT-AC1 will transmit up to 200m (660ft) under ideal conditions but the distance is ultimately limited by the headset it is connected to and the placement of the VPX/BT-AC1.
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USERS GUIDE Status Description Lit Solid – Connected in aptX Mode White - aptX Connected Bluetooth devices must be using Qualcomm semiconductor Lit Solid – Auracast mode activated ● Orange - Auracast Active under LEA function Lit Solid – Connected in LE, LC3 mode ●...
USERS GUIDE WEB SETUP PAGES Web Setup pages can be accessed by typing in the IP address of the unit (example: 192.168.100.1). You will then be prompted for a username and password. The default username and password are “admin.” It is highly advisable to change the units to a unique username and password for security reasons.
USERS GUIDE Encoder Mode Web Pages The Encoder pages are comprised of 2 tabs, Settings, and Preview. Settings has 9 sub selections as described below. Device Info Hardware Information shows the units MAC Address, Serial Number and Mode. Version Information reports back the current firmware version. This will help to not only make choices for updating firmware if necessary but by knowing the firmware the user will know the current capabilities that can be expected of the unit.
USERS GUIDE Firmware If updating firmware is necessary, this selection allows a user to select the firmware file and upload it to the unit. When the process is done, a notification will appear. www.auroramm.com...
USERS GUIDE Network The Network tab allows the setup of the IP address, subnet mask, and gateway. The Host ID and Hostname Prefix must be unique for every unit, as the multicast IPs are generated based on the Host ID. The VPX has an internal network switch, and another excellent feature is the ability to set VLAN for the Video and the Dante Audio.
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USERS GUIDE Multicast SRP controls the IGMP passthrough traffic. This allows the IGMP for the video to pass-through from one ethernet port to the other or to keep the traffic on that port only to the VPX unit while letting other control traffic through. When using this unit to pass-through LAN control of a display for example, removing the IGMP traffic on its port may be required if it can’t handle the traffic.
USERS GUIDE Security Change the password settings for the VPX from this web page. Super security mode adds an additional 256-bit encryption to the stream. To use super security mode, all devices must have it enabled as well as jumbo frames configured on the switch.
USERS GUIDE Device Device type can be set between encoder and decoder. Note the unit will need to be rebooted for the change to take effect. Auto Sense is for the rear HDMI connectors to automatically switch between the 2 inputs based on the last active. Front Panel Lock will disable the front buttons to eliminate access to people who may have physical access to the box in a more public location.
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USERS GUIDE Factory default will restore all settings in the unit same as it is sent out from the factory Reset Config is like factory default except it keeps the IP Address and Subnet, Baud Rate, & Mode (Encoder/Decoder). Reboot is a soft reboot. www.auroramm.com...
USERS GUIDE Video From this page you can select the output source. On an Encoder HDMI1 or HDMI2 can be sent to both the local output as well as the stream. On a Decoder, HDMI1, HDMI2, or Stream can be sent to the local output. In addition, the HDCP for the encoder can be set for compatibility or to turn it off so it forces a device to no HDCP which is useful for Video Conferencing devices.
USERS GUIDE Audio Audio allows the routing of the various audio combinations including volume levels. It is also where Dante/AES67 is enabled and routed as well. Note, if using separate VLANs for Dante vs the video stream, the Dante IP must be set static as there is only one MAC address shared between the two VLANs.
This page is uploading and creating IR files to be triggered by the command port 6970 with the VPX Series API. The files that are created are in Aurora ReAX file format. This means it can be used with the ReAX control system and ReAX control system IR files can be used with VPX Series.
USERS GUIDE Diagnostics This page is for advanced troubleshooting of the VPX. It also has a handy feature called Locate Device which puts an indicator on the units display to help find which physical unit it is. It is particularly useful when there are many units in a rack to quickly identify the location.
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VPX, the equipment it is connected to, or end user misuse. If the NTP is setup on the Network page the logs will be time and date stamped, otherwise it will show time relative to the last boot. This log can be downloaded and sent to Aurora for quick diagnosing of the issue at hand. www.auroramm.com...
USERS GUIDE Preview Tab The Preview tab allows you to look at the active video source. No preview will be displayed if there is no active signal. www.auroramm.com...
USERS GUIDE Decoder Mode Web Pages Device Info Hardware Information shows the units MAC Address, Serial Number and Mode. Version Information reports back the current firmware version. This will help to not only make choices for updating firmware if necessary but by knowing the firmware the user will know the current capabilities that can be expected of the unit. Network Information shows the units IP Address and Hostname.
USERS GUIDE Firmware If updating firmware is necessary, this selection allows a user to select the firmware file and upload it to the unit. When the process is done, a notification will appear. www.auroramm.com...
USERS GUIDE Network The Network tab allows the setup of the IP address, subnet mask, and gateway. The Host ID and Hostname Prefix must be unique for every unit, as the multicast IPs are generated based on the Host ID. The VPX has an internal network switch, and another excellent feature is the ability to set VLAN for the Video and the Dante Audio.
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USERS GUIDE Multicast SRP controls the IGMP passthrough traffic. This allows the IGMP for the video to pass-through from one ethernet port to the other or to keep the traffic on that port only to the VPX unit while letting other control traffic through. When using this unit to pass-through LAN control of a display for example, removing the IGMP traffic on its port may be required if it can’t handle the traffic.
USERS GUIDE Security Change the password settings for the VPX from this web page. Super security mode adds an additional 256-bit encryption to the stream. To use super security mode, all devices must have it enabled as well as jumbo frames configured on the switch.
USERS GUIDE Device Device type can be set between encoder and decoder. Note the unit will need to be rebooted for the change to take effect. Auto Sense is for the rear HDMI connectors to automatically switch between the 2 inputs and stream based on the last active input as well as the priority settings.
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USERS GUIDE Device Info enables or disables displaying debug information such as the hostname and IP address shown on the no signal screen. Video Standby Setting sets the behavior when the stream signal is lost, either displaying the no signal screen or disabling all video output.
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USERS GUIDE Factory default will restore all settings in the unit same as it is sent out from the factory Reset Config is like factory default except it keeps the IP Address and Subnet, Baud Rate, & Mode (Encoder/Decoder). Reboot is a soft reboot. www.auroramm.com...
USERS GUIDE Video From this page you can select the source and set scaler resolutions. Setting the scaler to the display’s native resolution will improve switching speed by removing the need for the display to re-sync when switching to a source with differing resolution/frame rate/color space.
USERS GUIDE Video Genlock This allows the VPX to slightly adjust output timings to closer match the input signal’s timings. Normally it should be left enabled as it will ensure proper videowall sync and faster switching time between encoders. Sometimes you may need to disable it, as certain devices are too sensitive to the signal.
USERS GUIDE Splash Screen Custom ‘No Signal’ Graphics The VPX contains a ‘No Signal’ image, which will display when the input signal is lost. This graphic can be replaced with a custom graphic. This feature is often used to include the client and/or integrator logo on the VPX when no signal is present. To create a custom graphic, use a graphic editing tool to create a JPEG image.
USERS GUIDE Audio Audio allows the routing of the various audio combinations including volume levels. It is also where Dante/AES67 is enabled and routed as well. Note, if using separate VLANs for Dante vs the video stream, the Dante IP must be set static as there is only one MAC address shared between the two VLANs.
Channel mapping is a feature that allows you to assign VPX streams to a virtual channel, much like a TV tuner. Once enabled, you can use the channel up/down buttons on the Aurora IRC-BT1 remote control to change streams. You can also optionally enable the up/down front panel buttons of the VPX-TC1 to use this feature.
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USERS GUIDE To use channel mapping, you will need to create a simple CSV file to define the mapping. This can be done using a text editor like Notepad, or a spreadsheet editor like Excel. The file starts with the header row: ChNo,ChName,HostName,HostID,Description second, subsequent...
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USERS GUIDE Channel Mapping sample in Excel: NOTE: When opening or editing the channel mapping CSV file in a spreadsheet editor like Excel, it may format the device IDs as numbers, automatically removing the leading zeros. You must format the HostID column as text to prevent automatic number formatting.
USERS GUIDE This will enable or disable the Picture in Picture function on the VPX. You can also set the transparency and position. PiP is limited to 15 frames per second. www.auroramm.com...
USERS GUIDE KMOIP The Roaming Feature allows a mouse to move from screen to screen and automatically make the connection to the PC on the new screen. The Hot Key has 8 available place holders that can be defined. Press the assigned keyboard button 3 times within less than 700ms per press to trigger the hotkey.
USERS GUIDE Diagnostics This page is for advanced troubleshooting of the VPX. It also has a handy feature called Locate Device which puts an indicator on the units display to help find which physical unit it is. It is particularly useful when there are many units in a rack to quickly identify the location.
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VPX, the equipment it is connected to, or end user misuse. If the NTP is setup on the Network page the logs will be time and date stamped, otherwise it will show time relative to the last boot. This log can be downloaded and sent to Aurora for quick diagnosing of the issue at hand. www.auroramm.com...
USERS GUIDE Preview Tab The Preview tab allows you to look at the active video source. If no source is available, it will show the No Signal image. www.auroramm.com...
USERS GUIDE EPG (Electronic Programming Guide) The EPG works with the channel mapping feature when a unit is set to a decoder. First, make a spreadsheet (.csv format) with 4 columns for channel number, Encoder IP or Host name, OSD channel label, and Description. Load it into the decoder unit through the built-in web page as per prior section.
To initially set up the units, either connect to a 1Gbps network switch with a PC or use the SFP slot and install the RJ-45 SFP (Aurora Part# IPA-SFP-RJ45-1) to allow connection of the PC into the pair. Then go to the decoder units IP Address and setup pages and make the connection to the encoder and any other settings like baud rate or scaler.
USERS GUIDE Example 2: VPX Multi-Room The VPX Series is perfect for multi-room applications with its flexibility. An unlimited number of rooms can share video, audio, data, and control in real-time. The scalability is only limited by the size of the network switch and infrastructure. www.auroramm.com...
USERS GUIDE Example 3: Matrix – Multiple VPX to Multiple VPX The VPX can take the place of any typical card cage matrix system, adding flexibility and performance never seen before. Even features like fast switch are no longer a premium. www.auroramm.com...
USERS GUIDE Example 5: KVM Utilizing USB 2.0 Command & Control and NOC centers are perfect for the VPX Series, especially with the USB 2.0 running at a full 200Mbps. With the VPX it is no longer just keyboard and mouse but full USB peripheral routing as well. To make this feature easy, the VPX has floating mouse and hot key functions.
USERS GUIDE Example 6: VPX-TC1-PRO with Local Ethernet Control Using the SFP a multimode fiber, single-mode fiber, or RJ-45 Copper, the VPX can connect to an ethernet switch and to a local device that requires Ethernet. If a copper switch is used with PoE the same can be accomplished by using the main RJ-45 to power and the SFP to do the local control.
USERS GUIDE Example 7: VPX-TC1-PRO Daisy Chain The VPX-TC1-PRO can be used in a Daisy chain mode with RJ-45 to RJ-45 or a mix of fiber. Note when using daisy chain only the first unit can be powered by PoE. The following units would require local power. If a unit in the chain is not powered or has an issue the remaining units in the chain will no longer function.
SOFTWARE IPBaseT Manager PC Control & Setup Tool The IPBaseT Manager is Windows based software available at the Aurora customer portal on www.auroramm.com. ® IPBaseT Manager allows a user to control the various capabilities of VPX series products on a network. While the IPBaseT manager is client software, the IPBaseT Server handles all the communication handling and is the target for all communication.
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Rapid deployment tool Touch screen/mobile friendly layout User and group management Macro recording For full details of the IPBaseT Manager Software tool and setup, the manual can be found at the Aurora website www.auroramm.com. www.auroramm.com...
USERS GUIDE CAT5e/6/6A T568A and T568B Wiring www.auroramm.com...
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USERS GUIDE RS-232 The RS-232 is a 3.5mm TRS connector. Tip is TX (output), ring is RX (input), and Sleeve is ground. To simplify connections Aurora offers pre-molded RS-232 cables in null and none nulled in male and female DB9. www.auroramm.com...
USERS GUIDE IR (Infrared) It will autosense a TS or a TRS connector to determine if an IR emitter (TS) or IR receiver (TRS) is inserted. The IR receiver must be with carrier inverted to work. The tip is signal, ring is 5V, and sleeve is ground. IR Receiver CA0026-1 (30kHz –...
USERS GUIDE APPENDIX 1 Troubleshooting It is advisable to make certain all units are using the latest firmware before troubleshooting. Also make sure all network connections are operating on 1G. VPX Not Working Properly on End Clients Network We always recommend AV installers to use a brand switch they are comfortable with and certified in as well for quick and easy installations.
USERS GUIDE Check if the switch IGMP snooping and unregistered multicast set up correctly. Also, make certain if multiple switches are uplink together there is only one switch with the querier enabled for the VLAN the VPX is on. More than one querier will cause issues.
IPBaseT Manager version that supports the VPX. This can be found on the Aurora portal. If not in secondary mode, to re-attempt firmware update press and hold UP and DOWN while applying power. The OLED display will show “Secondary” mode alongside the device IP.
USERS GUIDE Test Pattern Always Showing VPX Encoder has the Test Pattern Feature under Video Settings enabled. Turn this off and the HDMI source will return. www.auroramm.com...
You must sign up to the Customer Portal to download firmware with instructions on how to update. *Note: Aurora suggests using IPBaseT Manager for performing batch firmware updates. IPBaseT Manager will download the latest VPX firmware when the program is installed or updates.
USERS GUIDE APPENDIX 3 Protocol For the latest protocol please go www.auroramm.com. You must sign up to the Customer Portal to download the VPX protocol. The protocol is only available to authorized Aurora dealers. www.auroramm.com...
USERS GUIDE APPENDIX 4 Recommended Cabling Cat 5e UTP (Unshielded): 100m (330ft) Any brand on the market is made to Category 5e or better specification. Cat 6 UTP (Unshielded): 143m (470ft) Cable Brand: West Penn Wire Part Number: 4246. Cat 6 UTP CMR Part Number: 254246. Cat 6 UTP CMP Cat 6A UTP (Unshielded): 182m (600ft) Cable Brand: West Penn Wire Part Number: 4246A.
Aurora recommends always enabling the FASTLEAVE option when available. Ethernet Switch Configuration The following list includes all network switch configuration options that Aurora Engineers have come across so far. Look for these or similar options when configuring your switch.
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USERS GUIDE 4. Unregistered Multicast Flooding a. Must be disabled if found. 5. Filter Unregistered Multicast (different wording than number 4 above) a. Must be enabled if found. 6. Enable IGMP Querier a. This must be enabled on the primary AV switch and must only be enabled on a single switch. b.
USERS GUIDE APPENDIX 6 Technical Specifications Model Name VPX-TC1-PRO/VPX-TC1-LT Technical Compression Mimix™ 14:1 Latency Zero Frames (1.78ms) HDMI Input(s) 2 HDMI 2.0b, HDCP 2.2 (Pro), 1 HDMI 2.0b, HDCP 2.2 (LT) HDMI Output HDMI 2.0b, HDCP 2.2 Encryption AES 256 Audio Analog Stereo Line In/Out (3.5mm TRS)
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USERS GUIDE Model Name VPX-TC1-WP2 Technical Compression Mimix™ 14:1 Latency Zero Frames (1.78ms) HDMI Input HDMI 2.0b, HDCP 2.2 HDMI Output HDMI 2.0b, HDCP 2.2 Analog Audio Euro Connector Stereo Line In/Line Out Encryption AES 256 1G Ethernet RJ-45 and SFP RJ-45 10/100/1000M PoE Video Bandwidth 600MHz...
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Limited 5 Year Warranty Aurora Multimedia Corporation (“Manufacturer”) warrants that this product is free of defects in both materials and workmanship for a period of 5 years as defined herein for parts and labor from date of purchase. This Limited Warranty covers products purchased in the year of 2019 and after.
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