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1. System Support All known hardware that supports follows the DVI spec Resolution Up to 2 5 Mpixels s USB Support USB 2 0 full speed 12 Mbps operation Firmware support Updates supported via USB Interface 1 Dual link DVI capture 4 Single link DVI Connectors Input 1 DVI D female Output 4 DVI I female Power 1 3 pin power female 1 USB Type B female 2 Sync ports unused Indicators 3 LEDs 1 Power 1 Input 1 Status Environmental Temperature Tolerance Operating 32 to 96 F 0 to 35 C Humidity Operating 90 noncondensing Altitude Maximum NEED SPEC ft m Power Input Voltage Volts 100 240 VAC Input Current Amps 0 8 A Output Voltage Volts 5 VDC Power Consumption Watts 18 W Power Supply Cord Length 3 ft 0 9 m Dimensions 1 75 Hx 9 25 W x 6 9 D 4 4 x 23 5 x 17 5 cm Chapter 1 Specifications 724 746 5500 blackbox com Page 7 Chapter 2 Overview 2 Overview 2 1 Introduction The VideoPlex4 is a standalone display wall controller that accepts a standard single or dual link DVI input and can flexibly display this across four output monitors Each output can be driven as DVI or analog RGB and can represent an arbitrary crop region of the original input image The output resolution and frame rate do not need to be related to that of the input because the VideoPlex4 will optionally upscale and frame rate convert each cropped region indepe2. and secures the blade inside the recess To remove the blade press the release catch down fully and pull the blade away from the PSU recess The PSU is shipped fitted with the UK blade 2 4 Hardware Description 2 4 1 Front Panel lt gt BLACK BOX Power 1 Input 2 VideoPlex4 Video Wall Controller Status Figure 2 8 Front panel Table 2 1 Front panel components Number Indicator Description 1 1 Power LED Lights when the VideoPlex4 is connected to the power supply 2 1 Input LED Lights when a valid DVI source is connected 3 1 Status LED Lights steady on when the VideoPlex4 is operating normally Flashing when the unit is operating over the normal operating temperature Make sure that the input fan vent is not blocked Off when the settings configured in the VideoPlex4 application no longer match the input This is normally the result of a change of input The VideoPlex4 will compensate for the settings and reconfigure itself to display as near to the settings as possible The output will still be displayed but not necessarily as expected 724 746 5500 blackbox com Page 13 Chapter 2 Overview NOTE When the VideoPlex4 is connected to a PC by a USB cable and the VideoPlex4 control application is active all three lights flash to identify which unit is being controlled 2 4 2 Back Panel I END N 7 DVI I OUT 4 POWER Figure 2 9 Rear panel Table 2 2 Back panel com
3. as whether this is an analog RGB or DVI mode if it is the monitor EDID preferred mode or a default mode programmed into the VideoPlex4 along with detailed timing information click on the Modify button for the required output The frame lock status is indicated by the small colored squares Green The outputs are frame locked to the Vsync of the first monitor using a common reference clock If the Input frame lock light is green then the reference clock is taken from the input DVI source and the system is fully frame locked to this source If the input frame locked indicator is gray then the outputs are frame locked together but are not related to the input sync Gray The outputs are NOT frame locked Page 24 724 746 5500 blackbox com Chapter 6 VideoPlex4 Control Application Monitor Outputs DVI I Out 1 DVI Out 2 E 1920 x 1080 59 934Hz Ej 1920 x 1080 59 934Hz DVI I Out 3 DVI I Out 4 E 1920x1080 59 934Hz Hj 1920x1080 59 934Hz Figure 6 8 Monitor outputs screen Individual monitor outputs can be configured by clicking on the corresponding Modify button This will bring up a timing dialog similar to that of the input timings This dialog is shown in Figure 6 9 Source of Mode Use the Monitors Preferred mode Copy Preferred Mode O Always use the Default mode Copy Output 1 Default Preferred Mode 1920 x 1200 59 950Hz Default Timings Timing Standard CVT Reduced Blanking Display Mode H
4. First Four Outputs The friendly name is stored in non volatile storage on the VideoPlex4 and can to help identify the device during future configurations Specific devices connected to your PC can be selected using the Select Device command on the File Menu The VideoPlex4s will be listed by the USB device or by a previously configured friendly name 6 5 DVI D Input The DVI D Input group displays the current DVI mode that is being captured if any and the preferred mode that has been programmed into the VideoPlex4 s EDID Use the Modify button to update the EDID The small square to the left of the current input resolution indicates whether the VideoPlex4 has frame locked to the input source e Green The outputs are frame locked to the input dot clock and vertical sync e Grey The outputs are not frame locked DVI D Input Current EDID Preferred Mode Ej 1920 x 1080 59 939Hz 1920 x 1080 O 59 933Hz m Deoltmk Seas Figure 6 3 DVI D input screen Page 20 724 746 5500 blackbox com Chapter 6 VideoPlex4 Control Application To boost the equalization hardware click on the Settings button The following dialog is displayed Figure 6 4 DVI D input settings dialog box Use the slider to compensate for the loss of signal quality due to DVI cable lengths over 16 feet 5 m The equalization hardware can compensate for cables up to 64 feet 20 m in length To change the timings of the input EDID cli
5. VSC VPLEX4 lt gt BLACK BOX SBLACK BOX 2 ut www blackbox com po d P 4 C troller O status eo ex i on I deo wal vie plex TA RON LAC gt Customer Order toll free in the U S Call 877 877 BBOX outside U S call 724 746 5500 Support FREE technical support 24 hours a day 7 days a week Call 724 746 5500 or fax 724 746 0746 Inf ti Mailing address Black Box Corporation 1000 Park Drive Lawrence PA 15055 1018 JEU et Web site www blackbox com E mail info blackbox com Trademarks Used in this Manual Trademarks Used in this Manual Black Box and the Double Diamond logo are registered trademarks of BB Technologies Inc UL is a registered trademark of Underwriters Laboratories Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation Any other trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowledged to be the property of the trademark owners Disclaimer Black Box Network Services shall not be liable for damages of any kind including but not limited to punitive consequential or cost of cover damages resulting from any errors in the production information or specifications set forth in this document and Black Box Network Services may revise this document at any time without notice We re here to help If you have any questions about your application or our products contact Black Box Tech Support at 724 746 5500 or go to blackbox com and click on Talk to Black Box You ll be live with one of our technic
6. al experts in less than 30 seconds Page 2 724 746 5500 blackbox com FCC and IC RFI Statements 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 interference 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 is operated in a commercial environment Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference in which case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be necessary to correct the interference Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emission from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of Industry Canada Le pr sent appareil num rique n met pas de bruits radio lectriques d passant les limites applicables aux appareils num riques de la classe A prescrites dans le Reglement sur le brouillage radio lectrique publ
7. and switch on the power supply at the socket Power up the DVI source The Power LED located on the front panel will light to indicate that power has successfully been applied to the unit The VideoPlex4 incorporates an internal processor that will continuously monitor the received DVI signal and whenever a valid and stable input is detected the Input LED is illuminated If the Input LED is not lit the VideoPlex4 cannot detect a valid DVI input source During operation the VideoPlex4 adjusts its internal operation to maintain the programmed output proportions even when the input resolution changes VideoPlex4 VSC VPLEXA Input source PC Digital Signage Player Output displayed across all four screens Figure 3 1 Typical setup 724 746 5500 blackbox com Page 15 Chapter 4 Configuring the VideoPlex4 4 Configuring the VideoPlex4 4 1 Factory Default Settings The VideoPlex4 stores a number of parameters to configure its operation This allows it to operate standalone in a very flexible manner The configurations affect the input and output display modes as well as the required partitioning of the input image between monitors By default the VideoPlex4 is configured as follows e Input EDID Preferred Mode 1920 x 1080 x 60Hz SMPTE timings e Output monitor mode Use Monitor Preferred Mode Default 1920 x 1080 x 60Hz SMPTE e Cropping Mode 2x2 equal split 960x540 No Rotation The default settings a
8. ar normalmente o muestra un cambio en su desempe o o E El aparato ha sido tirado o su cubierta ha sido da ada Page 4 724 746 5500 blackbox com Safety Instructions Safety Instructions To prevent damage to your VideoPlex4 or injury to personnel operating the equipment read the following safety precautions prior to operation These instructions should be made available to all those who will use and operate the VideoPlex4 Power Supply All VideoPlex4s require a power supply This power supply must be disconnected when equipment is being upgraded or relocated Cables Do not expose cables to any liquids doing so may cause a short circuit that could damage the equipment Do not place heavy objects on top of any cables because this can cause damage and possibly lead to exposed live wires Ventilation All computer equipment should be located in a well ventilated area All ventilation holes on the unit casing must be kept clear of any obstruction at all times Failure to do so will result in the system overheating and damaging your equipment Working Environment Locate the equipment in an environment free from dust moisture and extreme changes in temperature Place the VideoPlex4 on a stable and solid work surface Do not place liquids hot cold drinks etc near the equipment because spills could cause serious damage Gas Flammable Liquids Never use electronic equipment in the presence of gas or any flammable liquid doing so c
9. ck on the Modify button The dialog shown on the next page is displayed 724 746 5500 blackbox com Page 21 Chapter 6 VideoPlex4 Control Application Ir ES Current 1920 x 1080 59 939Hz Input Edid Preferred Mode Timing Standard CVT Reduced Blanking X Display Mode Horizontal Pixels 3840 Vertical Lines 2160 Peru Refresh 30 000 Scan Type Progressive Pixel Clock MHz 262 750 Format DVI Detailed Timings Display as Video Definition X Horizontal Timings Vertical Timings Sync Width 32 Sync Width 5 Back Porch 80 Back Porch 23 Front Porch 48 Front Porch 3 Polarity Positive Polarity Negative Total Pixels 4000 Total Lines 2191 Actual Refresh 65 687 KHz Actual Refresh 29 980 Hz Figure 6 5 DVI D input dialog box The DVI D Input dialog displays the resolution of the current mode for reference and allows the timings of the EDID preferred mode to be edited To populate the EDID timings with the current timings click on the Copy Timings button The dialog supports standard timing formulas such as e VESA CVT e VESA CVT Reduced Blanking e SMPTE for HD modes e VESA GTF e Custom Selecting Auto from the drop down list will typically default to the VESA CVT algorithm that best matches typical standard VESA output modes However to minimize dot clocks and hence maximize DVI cable lengths we recommend using the CVT Reduced Blanking Selecting Custom allows the timing param
10. com Chapter 4 Configuring the VideoPlex4 But if the input resolution changes to 1600 x 1200 then for the same output monitor the VideoPlex4 would upscale from an 800 x 600 region and would reprogram its scale factors to 2 4 horizontally and 1 8 vertically to support the same 1080p monitor The cropping regions can be assigned arbitrarily and can overlap the only restriction is that the resulting scale factor must be greater than 1 0 i e 1 1 or scaled up in either direction For example you can use the VideoPlex4 to output four identical copies of the input signal the resulting output timings must remain within the capabilities of the single link DVI outputs The regions of the input image to be displayed on a given output monitor can be programmed via USB by using the VideoPlex configuration application To support portrait orientation of monitors the source data can be rotated by 90 180 or 270 as it is output to the monitor 724 746 5500 blackbox com Page 17 Chapter 5 Operating Instructions 5 Operating Instructions 5 1 DVI Input When the VideoPlex4 is powered up successfully and the Power Input and Status LED indicators are lit a DVI input mode has been detected and is working normally If the Input LED indicator is not on make sure a single or dual link DVI cable is correctly fitted to the appropriate sockets At high resolution DVI signals cannot normally be guaranteed beyond 16 feet 5 m cables beca
11. een is displayed as shown in Figure 6 1 DVI I OUT 1 DVI I OUT 3 EHHH EHE eB 22 im E E GT a a DV OUT 2 DVI D INPUT DVI OUT 4 Power O DVI D Input Device Current EDID Preferred Mode E 1920 x 1080 59 939Hz 1920 x 1080 59 933Hz BE HERE ED i 2 7061973f000000 L se E E Input Capture Regions Monitor Outputs Region 1 Region 2 DVIH Out 1 DVIH Out 2 0x0 960 x 540 960 x 0 960 x 540 E 1920 x 1080 59 934Hz El 1920 x 1080 59 934Hz toa tna Region 3 Region 4 DVI I Out 3 DVIH Out 4 0 x 540 960 x 540 960 x 540 960 x 540 B 1920 x 1080 Q 59 934Hz E 1920 x 1080 59 934Hz No Rotation No Rotation HW Rev 0x01 FW Rev 0x020e Flash Rev 0x17 App Ver 3 0 0 Figure 6 1 Main status screen 724 746 5500 blackbox com Page 19 Chapter 6 VideoPlex4 Control Application The main control dialog is divided into the following groups e Connection Diagram e DVI D Input e Input Capture Regions e Device Monitor Outputs 6 3 Connection Diagram The connection diagram displays a schematic view of the rear panel of the VideoPlex4 to assist in identifying the connectors DVI I OUT 1 e FC OA out a e ae o b de itm BINH n ININN g EE EE ESE EERE EEE Sync DVI OUT 2 DVI D INPUT DVI I GUT 4 Power Figure 6 2 Back of unit 6 4 Device The unique USB device name that is connected is displayed in the Device group You can associate a more user friendly name such as
12. eters to be edited NOTE You will need to select between definition of Pixel Clock or Vertical Refresh since these are mutually exclusive parameters Once edited clicking OK writes the preferred mode into the EDID but may not normally affect the input mode that is being captured You might need to force the graphics device in the host machine to detect the new modes Just select Detect on the Screen Resolutions dialog box Windows 7 or disconnect the source from the VideoPlex4 and reconnect All modifications to the Input settings can be saved as part of a vqs file removing the requirement to input the same settings again To save the settings select the Save command in the File menu To open a saved vqs file select the Open command Page 22 724 746 5500 blackbox com Chapter 6 VideoPlex4 Control Application 6 6 Input Capture Regions Each output of the VideoPlex4 can select a different region of the input source image This dialog Figure 6 6 displays the settings of each region region 1 corresponds to output 1 etc The numbers denote the top left width and height coordinates of the region that is to be displayed NOTE These are described in terms of the current active input resolution If the input resolution changes the capture region coordinates scale to the new input resolution in order to maintain the same proportions Input Capture Regions Region 1 Region 2 0 x 0 960 x 540 960 x 0 960 x 540 N
13. file select the Open command Use the Test button when defining a default mode that you are not sure the attached monitor can support In test mode the output timings are programmed but they are not saved to non volatile memory on the VideoPlex4 until you press the OK button to accept the mode Page 26 724 746 5500 blackbox com NOTES 724 746 5500 blackbox com Page 27 Black Box Tech Support FREE Live 24 7 Tech support the way it should be Great tech support is just 60 seconds away at 724 746 5500 or blackbox com lt BLACK BOX 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 Copyright 2014 Black Box Corporation All rights reserved Black Box and the Double Diamond logo are registered trademarks of BB Technologies Inc Any third party trademarks appearing in this manual are acknowledged to be the property of their respective owners VSC VPLEX4 version 2 724 746 5500 blackbox com
14. his is the factory default configuration NOTE When different monitors are attached to the four outputs each may advertise a different Preferred Mode so each output will be driven at a different mode Whenever the monitor EDID is used the VideoPlex4 will calculate the internal scale factors to ensure that the monitor at whatever resolution it is being driven will still display the correct proportion of the input image If an EDID cannot be read for example if the monitor cable does not support the DDC signals required a default mode can be programmed into the VideoPlex4 s memory This is factory configured to 1080p In some cases the user may require a very specific output timing for example when frame locking to the input regardless of the monitor EDIDs In this case the VideoPlex4 can be configured to always output the mode that has been programmed as the default mode 4 4 Selecting the Regions to Be Displayed Each output of the VideoPlex4 can take its display data from any arbitrary rectangular region of the captured input image The factory default for these cropping rectangles configures the four monitors to display a quarter of the input as a 2x2 array and these proportions are maintained across different input resolutions For a 1080p input 960 x 540 pixels from the input image would be scaled up by a factor of two inches in each direction if the selected output resolution was 1080p Page 16 724 746 5500 blackbox
15. i par Industrie Canada 724 746 5500 blackbox com Page 3 N In OM Statement strucciones de Seguridad Normas Oficiales Mexicanas Electrical Safety Statement 1 2 3 4 5 oN Oo o 10 11 Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operaci n deber n ser le das antes de que el aparato el ctrico sea operado Las instrucciones de seguridad y operaci n deber n ser guardadas para referencia futura Todas las advertencias en el aparato el ctrico y en sus instrucciones de operaci n deben ser respetadas Todas las instrucciones de operaci n y uso deben ser seguidas El aparato el ctrico no deber ser usado cerca del agua por ejemplo cerca de la tina de ba o lavabo s tano mojado o cerca de una alberca etc El aparato el ctrico debe ser usado nicamente con carritos o pedestales que sean recomendados por el fabricante El aparato el ctrico debe ser montado a la pared o al techo s lo como sea recomendado por el fabricante Servicio El usuario no debe intentar dar servicio al equipo el ctrico m s all a lo descrito en las instrucciones de operaci n Todo otro servicio deber ser referido a personal de servicio calificado El aparato el ctrico debe ser situado de tal manera que su posici n no interfiera su uso La colocaci n del aparato el ctrico sobre una cama sof alfombra o superficie similar puede bloquea la ventilaci n no se debe colocar en libreros o gabinetes
16. ndently However if the VideoPlex4 detects that frame rates identically match it will automatically frame lock all outputs and if possible frame lock these to the input signal Additionally each output can be independently mirrored or rotated through 90 180 or 270 to support creative mixes of landscape and portrait monitors 2 2 Configuration Examples On the next few pages are just a few examples of what can be achieved with the VideoPlex4 The examples are not definitive and users are encouraged to experiment with different display configurations Figure 2 1 Duplicate the input signal x 4 and display each duplicate on separate screens Page 8 724 746 5500 blackbox com Chapter 2 Overview Figure 2 2 Divide the input signal into quadrants and display each quarter on separate displays with optional frame rate conversion in this case 30 to 60 Hz You can adjust crop regions to compensate for monitor bezel 724 746 5500 blackbox com Page 9 Chapter 2 Overview Figure 2 3 Duplicate the input signal x2 and display one output on a single landscape display and divide the second output into thirds rotate to portrait upscale and split between three displays Figure 2 4 Crop input signal upscale specific areas and display on four separate screens Page 10 724 746 5500 blackbox com Chapter 2 Overview Figure 2 5 Crop the input signal into VideoPlex4 and display x2 quarters landscape and x2 q
17. o Rotation No Rotation Region 3 Region 4 0 x 540 960 x 540 960 x 540 960 x 540 No Rotation No Rotation Figure 6 6 Input capture regions screen To modify any of these settings click on Modify to display the edit dialog Figure 6 7 Current Input Input EDID Preferred Mode 1920 x 1080 59 939Hz 1920 x 1080 59 933Hz Predefined Regions Scaling Optimisation Region 1 Top 610 Left 751 No Rotation Region 3 Top 225 Rotated 270 Rotated 180 Mirrored Horizontally Left 216 Flipped Vertically Transform Figure 6 7 Input capture regions edit dialog box 724 746 5500 blackbox com Page 23 Chapter 6 VideoPlex4 Control Application 6 7 Predefined Regions You can use the preset buttons to select the two most popular configurations Quarter or Replicate Quarter The first monitor displays the top left hand corner of the input image the second monitor the top right the third the bottom left etc Use this mode of operation to drive four monitors in a 2 x 2 arrangement from a single high resolution input Replicate Each output displays the entire input image The output monitors can be driven at the same resolution with different timings if necessary or a higher resolution There are no restrictions other than the resulting scale factor must be 1 1 or upscale in the region settings so it is possible to have regions overlapping or to program in gaps etc Additionally each region can have a transfo
18. orizontal Pixels 1920 Vertical Lines 1080 Vertical Refresh 60 000 Scan Type Progressive Pixel Clock 138 500 Format Detailed Timings Display as EDID i Horizontal Timings Vertical Timings Sync Width 32 L Sync Width 5 El Sync Offset 48 SyncOffset SE Blanking 160 Blanking 31 z Polarity Positive v Polarity Negative v Total Pixels 2080 Total Pixels 1111 Actual Refresh 66 587 KHz Actual Refresh 59 934 Hz Cox caca test Figure 6 9 Timing dialog box 724 746 5500 blackbox com Page 25 Chapter 6 VideoPlex4 Control Application The source of mode selection controls whether the VideoPlex4 output should take its timing values and resolution from the preferred mode of the monitor that is connected or use its internally programmed default mode NOTE You can edit only the internal default timings in this dialog If Use the Monitors Preferred Mode is selected but no valid EDID can be read from the attached monitor then the VideoPlex4 firmware will program the output using the default mode timings The rest of the dialog is identical to that for setting the Input timings with the exception that for the output monitors you can select Analog RGB VGA output as well as DVI All modifications to the Output settings can be saved as part of a vqs file removing the requirement to input the same settings again To save the settings select the Save command in the File menu To open a saved vqs
19. ould result in an explosion or serious fire Smoke Unusual Smells If you notice smoke or unusual smells being emitted from your computer turn off and unplug the system from the power supply Then pass the system to a qualified technician for inspection Continued operation could result in personal injury and damage to property Maintenance Maintenance should only be carried out by competent technicians Any VideoPlex4s that are damaged should be returned to Black Box for repair using Black Box RMA procedures Disposal At the end of life all VideoPlex4s should be disposed of as local laws and regulations dictate 724 746 5500 blackbox com Page 5 Table of Contents Table of Contents AS ae EET 7 MENO UI ARAM 8 2 1 IntrodtctiOBs detected hut usiehs melle O 8 2 2 Configuration Examples o UU U0 0 PP 8 23 Mhats Included uet tn ii eee pt Le ped e cni tarde Letra ted iie d cie andes Ne 12 2 4 Hardware Descritor 13 pr Moda 13 DAD Back m 14 Setting Up the VideoPlexell iiir Reti tei cime i Ee cene dE FL e cer sen oa cc Soter breui 15 4 Contiguring the VIdeoPlexd s c e tnt dre tete tegere tl tta deett dete te ed deg edes 16 4 1 Factory Default Settings nnne nnne nnn tnter nete 16 4 2 Configuring DVI Input Resolution rie te eiat e i mne Der deli aeos humi cie se eem t rd 16 A TERCER TTA 16 4 4 Selecting the Regions to be Di
20. ponents Number Indicator Description 1 Sync Sockets The Sync sockets are provided for future genlock enhancements Leave them unconnected 2 USB Socket The USB socket is used to connect the VideoPlex4 to a PC via a USB connection using the supplied USB Type A to Type B cable Configuration of the VideoPlex4 is programmable via an application utility allowing easy control of cropping scaling rotation and gaps 3 DVI D Input The DVI D Input socket is used to connect the DVI input source to the VideoPlex4 The VideoPlex4 supports Socket dual link DVI single link DVI and also HDMI not HDCP compliant via the optional DVI HDMI adapter part number FA790 4 DVI I Output The four DVI I Out sockets are used to connect the VideoPlex4 to the output monitors The VideoPlex4 supports Socket both DVI and analog RGB monitors 5 Power The Power socket is where the supplied power source connects to the VideoPlex4 The power LED on the front of the VideoPlex4 illuminates when a power supply is connected Page 14 724 746 5500 blackbox com Chapter 3 Setting Up the VideoPlex4 3 Setting Up the VideoPlex4 e Make sure the power supply for the DVI source is disconnected e Connect the cable from the DVI source to the input socket on the rear of the VideoPlex4 e Connect the four displays to the output sockets on the rear panel of the VideoPlex4 Connect the VideoPlex4 power supply to the VideoPlex4
21. pset LCD panels The frame lock status is shown in the VideoPlex4 Control Application Page 18 724 746 5500 blackbox com Chapter 6 VideoPlex4 Control Application 6 VideoPlex4 Control Application 6 1 Application Installation NOTE Do not plug the VideoPlex4 into a USB port until the driver installation is complete Locate the Install folder on the DVD supplied with the VideoPlex4 run install exe and follow the installation wizard During installation a warning message is displayed stating that the driver does not have Windows Logo accreditation Select Continue Anyway to complete the installation The VideoPlex4 can now be connected to a suitable USB 1 0 or 2 0 port using the cable supplied At this point the hardware will be detected by Windows as a USB API and a New Hardware wizard is displayed Allow the wizard to search and click on the recommended option to enable the previously installed driver to be associated with the new hardware Press Continue Anyway to accept the driver 6 2 Running the VideoPlex4 Control Application To open the VideoPlex4 Control application select Start All Programs VideoPlex4 The application will search for any VideoPlex4 connected to your computer and display the status of the first VideoPlex4 detected If there is more than one VideoPlex4 in use a list of all available VideoPlex4s can be found in the File menu Once the application has detected a VideoPlex4 the main status scr
22. que impidan el flujo de aire por los orificios de ventilaci n El equipo el ctrico deber ser situado fuera del alcance de fuentes de calor como radiadores registros de calor estufas u otros aparatos incluyendo amplificadores que producen calor El aparato el ctrico deber ser connectado a una fuente de poder s lo del tipo descrito en el instructivo de operaci n o como se indique en el aparato 12 Precauci n debe ser tomada de tal manera que la tierra fisica y la polarizaci n del equipo no sea eliminada 13 Los cables de la fuente de poder deben ser guiados de tal manera que no sean pisados ni pellizcados por objetos colocados Sobre o contra ellos poniendo particular atenci n a los contactos y recept culos donde salen del aparato 14 El equipo el ctrico debe ser limpiado nicamente de acuerdo a las recomendaciones del fabricante 15 En caso de existir una antena externa deber ser localizada lejos de las lineas de energia 16 El cable de corriente deber 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 ventilaci n 18 Servicio por personal calificado deber ser provisto cuando A El cable de poder o el contacto ha sido da ado u B Objectos han ca do o l quido ha sido derramado dentro del aparato o C El aparato ha sido expuesto a la lluvia o D El aparato parece no oper
23. re changed using the Windows application provided It runs on any Windows platform and connects to the VideoPlex4 via the supplied USB cable How to use the application is explained in Chapter 6 The sections below describe the settings that are possible and why they may be needed For details on how to program the VideoPlex4 hardware with your desired configurations please see Chapter 6 VideoPlex4 Control Application 4 2 Configuring DVI Input Resolution Because the timings and resolution of the DVI input are set by the DVI source machine the VideoPlex4 can only configure this indirectly by presenting a programmable Preferred Mode as part of its EDID Extended Display Identification Data Most graphics cards and HDMI appliances automatically select the Preferred Mode resolution and timings presented by the VideoPlex4 EDID but they may need to be forced to re detect if the EDID contents are changed by the VideoPlex4 application This would typically be via a hot plug event caused by disconnecting and reconnecting the DVI input cable The configuration application will allow read back of the resolution that is currently being detected as well as the ability to read and write the internal EDID ROM 4 3 Monitor Outputs The VideoPlex4 can be configured to read the corresponding EDID of each monitor that is connected and to drive out a signal that corresponds to the resolution timings and mode RGB or DVI of the Preferred Mode T
24. rmation such as rotation or flipping applied to it after cropping in order to support different output monitor orientations NOTE A setting is valid when it is stored if the scale factors from input to output are 1 1 or greater There may be instances where a setting stored in non volatile memory that was valid when it was stored may subsequently require down scaling if the resolution of the input increases In this case the firmware will adjust the scaling factors to give a 1 1 crop of the input centered on the original region To indicate that at least one output Is no longer exactly honoring the programmed region setting the front panel status light will not be lit Scaling Optimization Scaling Optimization is used to optimize displays that have been scaled If the display is mostly text based select Text This will ensure that the displayed text remains sharp after scaling If the display is video based select Video Scaling optimization will ensure a smooth un pixellated display of video All modifications to the Region settings can be saved as part of a vas file removing the requirement to input the same settings again To save the settings select the Save command in the File menu To open a saved vas file select the Open command 6 8 Monitor Outputs The Monitor Outputs group shows the actual resolution and refresh rate that each of the four VideoPlex4 outputs is currently providing To see more information such
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26. uarters portrait 724 746 5500 blackbox com Page 11 Chapter 2 Overview Figure 2 6 Crop the input signal rotate through 90 180 or 270 display in landscape and portrait Arbitrary crop regions can allow the monitors to be artistically arranged but maintain an undistorted image 2 3 What s Included Your package should contain the following items If anything is missing or damaged contact Black Box Technical Support at 724 746 5500 or info blackbox com e VideoPlex4 Video Wall Controller e 100 240 VAC 5 VDC 18 W universal power adapter e USB 2 0 cable Type A to Type B e VideoPlex4 DVD containing configuration application and this user manual NOTE We recommend that you do not discard the packing box until you are completely satisfied with the VideoPlex4 and it is fully installed and working correctly We also recommend that you note the serial number of the controller in a prominent place before you connect it to the computer You will be asked to provide this serial number if you need to contact our Technical Support department The serial number is displayed on the VideoPlex4 and the box label Page 12 724 746 5500 blackbox com Chapter 2 Overview Fitting the VideoPlex4 PSU Blades Push to release blade Figure 2 7 PSU blades Select the appropriate blade for use place the top edge of the blade into the recess of the PSU and then slide upwards ensuring the release catch clicks firmly into place
27. use of the nature of the signal losses inherent in the DVI cables and connectors Equalization hardware on the VideoPlex4 compensates for these losses and supports cable lengths of up to 64 feet 20 m even at full dual link resolutions 330 MHz pixel clocks Lower resolutions will allow even longer cable lengths Once the LED indicators are lit the VideoPlex4 will display the source across all four screens according to the configuration that is stored in its non volatile memory The VideoPlex4 is factory configured to display the input image as a 2x2 split as shown in Figure 3 1 5 2 Output To connect to an analog output DVI I VGA cables are required To connect to a DVI output a DVI D cable is required 5 3 Configuring the VideoPlex4 The VideoPlex4 has a USB port to allow a host PC to connect to the VideoPlex4 box and for the user to program its configuration Once configured the VideoPlex4 will run standalone without needing a USB connection and will auto detect input resolutions and adjust internal scaling to drive the output monitors consistently 5 4 Frame lock The firmware running on the VideoPlex4 will detect when input and or output timings are set to identical frame rates and will automatically frame lock the syncs in these cases In all frame lock modes the timings are configured to share a common reference clock so there will be no drift in synchronization and therefore no requirement for continual adjustment that can sometimes u
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