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Extend video, audio, and USB signals
via an existing LAN.
Distribute HDMI video, audio, and USB to an unlimited number
of displays using IP multicast.
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IPX USB Transmitter and Receiver
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UVX-HDMI-POE-TX .
UVX-HDMI-POE-RX
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Summary of Contents for Black Box MediaCento UVX-HDMI-POE-RX
- Page 1 Order toll-free in the U.S.: Call 877-877-BBOX (outside U.S. Support call 724-746-5500) • FREE technical support 24 hours a day, 7 days Information a week: Call 724-746-5500 or fax 724-746-0746 • Mailing address: Black Box Corporation, 1000 Park Drive, Lawrence, PA 15055-1018 Web site: www.blackbox.com • E-mail: info@blackbox.com...
- Page 2 Trademarks Used in this Manual Trademarks Used in this Manual Black Box and the Double Diamond logo are registered trademarks, and MediaCento is a trademark, of BB Technologies, Inc. Bonjour and Apple are registered trademarks of Apple, Inc. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
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Page 3: Instrucciones De Seguridad
FCC RFI 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 when the equipment... - 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.
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Table of Contents Specifications ....................7 Overview ....................9 2.1 Introduction .................... 9 2.2 Features ....................9 2.3 Multicast Transmitter and Receiver Exclusive Functions ...... 10 2.4 What’s Included ................... 10 2.5 Additional Items You Will Need ............10 2.6 Hardware Description ................ -
Page 7: Specifications
There are no user-serviceable parts inside the unit. Do not remove the lid unless requested to do so by a Black Box technical representative. Distance From source to TX: 16 ft. (5 m) maximum, HDMI;... - Page 8 Chapter 1: Specifications Technical Specifications (continued) Connectors (1) HDMI female, (1) RJ-45 interconnect/Gigabit LAN connection, (1) USB Type B female on transmitter, (4) USB Type A female on receiver, (1) 2.1-mm barrel connector for power, (2) RJ-12, 6-wire NOTE: Only 4 center pins are used at this time. The DB9-female adapter/RJ-11 cable that is included with the transmitter is configured as Data Communications Equipment (DCE).
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Page 9: Overview
Chapter 2: Overview 2. Overview 2.1 Introduction The MediaCento IPX with PoE extends an HDMI video signal with embedded audio via an existing Local Area Network (LAN) system. With multicast technology, one local unit can drive multiple remote units with minimal network load. Sixteen selectable channels can be used to transmit to multiple receivers. -
Page 10: Multicast Transmitter And Receiver Exclusive Functions
Chapter 2: Overview • Compatible with popular screen resolutions: XGA, SXGA, UXGA, WSXGA. • Supports USB extension over IP. • Supports serial extension over IP. 2.3 Multicast Transmitter and Receiver Exclusive Functions • Each transmitter can be multicast to up to an unlimited number of displays in multicast applications. -
Page 11: Hardware Description
Chapter 2: Overview 2.6 Hardware Description The MediaCento has two LEDs: Power/Link and Network Activity (not labeled), located above the reset button. When first powered on, the Power/Link LED will glow red on the receiver unit and green on the transmitter unit until a network connection is made. - Page 12 Chapter 2: Overview Table 2-1. Components of the Transmitters. Number Component Description F2 button See Chapter 4 for details. F1 button See Chapter 4 for details. Rotary switch Set channel RJ-12 connector Serial port 1: For system control RJ-12 connector Serial port 2: For data transfer Locking barrel connector for Links to power supply (not...
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Page 13: Receivers
Chapter 2: Overview 2.6.2 Receivers Figure 2-3. Receiver front panel. Figure 2-4. Receiver back panel. 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 13... - Page 14 Chapter 2: Overview Table 2-2. Components of the Receivers. Number Component Description F2 button See Chapter 4 for details. F1 button See Chapter 4 for details. Set up an identical position for all Rotary switch units RJ-12 connector Serial port 1: For system control RJ-12 connector Serial port 2: For data transfer Locking barrel connector for...
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Page 15: Installation
Chapter 3: Installation 3. Installation WARNINGS: Make sure that all devices are powered off before connecting to the unit. Make sure all devices you will connect are properly grounded. Use a network switch capable of at least Gigabit speeds. Place cables away from fluorescent lights, air conditioners, and machines, as these can cause unwanted interference. -
Page 16: Unicast
Chapter 3: Installation 3.3.1 Unicast (Point-to-Point) Configuration The unicast configuration pairs a transmitter and receiver as a matched pair that will communicate over a network only to each other. Just set the selector ID to match, make the appropriate network, HDMI, and USB or serial connections (if there any), and power the units. -
Page 17: Operation
Chapter 4: Operation 4. Operation Table 4-1. Function buttons. Button Action Description Toggle between Press for 1 second. graphics and video mode Disconnect power from the receiver, press and hold the F2 button, apply power to the receiver EDID COPY unit, release the F2 button when the Network Status LED starts blinking. -
Page 18: Usb Extension
USB extension for Jump drives or for a USB to RS-232 converter cables. For example, the Black Box IC199A-R3, USB to DB-9 Male serial adapter cable, works flawlessly to give a remote USB extension over the network to an RS-232 port. -
Page 19: Serial And Telnet Extension
Chapter 6: Serial and Telnet Extension 6. Serial and Telnet Extension The MediaCento also supports serial extension on its own, via the RJ-11 (6 wire) port labeled aux/ext. The unit, by default, is set for 115200 baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, and no parity. - Page 20 Chapter 6: Serial and Telnet Extension Which Type of RS-232 over IP to Use? 1. Type 1: You have a machine (normally a PC) with an RS-232 port, and you want to use this machine’s RS-232 port to communicate with different remote RS-232 devices.
- Page 21 [>=A5.0.0] Under Type1 mode, the host’s baud rate can be configured by this parameter. • [A1.1 Firmware]soip_guest_on: Enable guest mode or not. “y” is enable. “n” is disable. NOTE: Telnet extension requires custom firmware. For details, contact Black Box Technical Support at 724-746-5500 or info@blackbox.com. 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 21...
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Page 22: Advanced Commands
Chapter 7: Advanced Commands 7. Advanced Commands These are advanced configurations and require knowledge of IP networking protocols and multicasting. Do not attempt to run any commands, modify files, or change any other settings apart from the specific configurations noted here. All commands are case-sensitive. -
Page 23: Web Interface
Chapter 8: Web Interface 8. Web Interface The MediaCento is accessible through a web interface with limited functionality. The IP addressing scheme by default is AutoIP. AutoIP is a mechanism to assign an IP address to a device at start up without relying on a DHCP server. The MediaCento devices use the 169.254.xxx.xxx private IP domain by default. - Page 24 Chapter 8: Web Interface Table 8-1. Rotary Switch position settings. Four-digit Four-digit Position setting Position setting 0000 0001 1000 1001 0100 0101 1100 1101 0010 0011 1010 1011 0110 0111 1110 1111 Figure 8-1. Setup screen (without IP address). 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 24...
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Page 25: Accessing The Web Interface For A Transmitter Or Receiver With An Ip Address
Chapter 8: Web Interface 8.3 Accessing the Web Interface for a Transmitter or Receiver with an IP Address 1. Configure the control PC’s network setting as 169.254.xxx.xxx IP domain with netmask 255.255.0.0. Default gateway and DNS can be left blank. For Windows 7: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows7/change-tcp-ip-settings 2. - Page 26 Chapter 8: Web Interface Systems Tab: This section of the web interface allows you to see the current status of the unit as well as communicate with it through API commands or for firmware updates. • Version Information: Allows viewing of information specific to the unit such as firmware version.
- Page 27 Chapter 8: Web Interface Network Tab: This section of the Web interface allows you to edit network information such as IP Mode, network settings, and unicast or multicast mode. • IP Mode: Select between Auto IP (Default), DHCP, or static IP configuration. •...
- Page 28 Chapter 8: Web Interface Functions Tab: This section of the Web interface allows specific functions to be enabled or disabled. • Enable Video over IP: Basic video on/off • Enable Video Wall: Add additional Video Wall tab for video wall applications •...
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Page 29: Appendix. Connector Pinouts
Appendix: Connector Pinouts Appendix. Connector Pinouts Figure A-1 shows the DB9 to RJ-12 or RJ-11 connector pinouts. Figure A-1. DB9 to RJ-12 (6P6C) or RJ-11 (4P4C) cable pinout. 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 29... - Page 30 NOTES 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 30...
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- Page 32 724-746-5500 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.
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