VPX-1401 - Commutateur audiovisuel AMX - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Video Processor / Switcher
Dimensions (H x W x D)	1.75 x 17.5 x 12 inches (rack-mountable, 1U)
Weight	Approx. 8.5 lbs (3.9 kg)
Power Supply	100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 60W max
Video Inputs	4x HDMI, 2x DisplayPort
Video Outputs	2x HDMI, 1x VGA/Component
Max Resolution	4K UHD (3840x2160) at 60Hz
Audio Support	Embedded HDMI audio, stereo analog out
Control Interface	RS-232, Ethernet (ICSLAN), IR, USB
Supported Protocols	AMX NetLinx, Crestron, Extron, IP control
Scaling	Built-in video scaling and format conversion
Picture-in-Picture	Multi-window display with PIP/POP support
Seamless Switching	Fast frame-accurate switching with <1 frame delay
EDID Management	Internal EDID emulation and programming
Maintenance	Firmware upgrade via USB or network, replaceable fan module
Cleaning	Wipe with dry cloth; avoid liquid cleaners
Safety	UL/CE compliant, internal fuse, overcurrent protection
Spare Parts	Power supply, fan, control boards available from AMX
Warranty	3 years limited warranty

Frequently Asked Questions - VPX-1401 AMX

What is the maximum video resolution supported by the VPX-1401?

The VPX-1401 supports up to 4K UHD (3840x2160) at 60Hz on HDMI outputs.

Can I control the VPX-1401 remotely?

Yes, it can be controlled via RS-232, Ethernet using AMX NetLinx or third-party protocols, and IR.

How do I update the firmware?

Firmware updates are done via the USB port or over the network using the AMX firmware update utility.

Does the device support picture-in-picture?

Yes, the VPX-1401 offers Picture-in-Picture (PiP) and Picture-outside-Picture (PoP) modes.

What input types does it accept?

It accepts HDMI (4 inputs) and DisplayPort (2 inputs).

Is the VPX-1401 rack-mountable?

Yes, it is designed in a 1U rack-mountable form factor with included rack ears.

Can I switch between sources seamlessly?

Yes, the VPX-1401 supports seamless switching with less than one frame of delay.

How do I clean the device?

Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the exterior. Avoid liquid cleaners and ensure the device is unplugged before cleaning.

What is the power consumption of the VPX-1401?

Typical power consumption is 60W maximum, with an input voltage range of 100-240 VAC.

Where can I find spare parts or service?

Spare parts and service are available through AMX authorized dealers or directly from AMX support.

USER MANUAL VPX-1401 AMX

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. READ these instructions.
2. KEEP these instructions.
3. HEED all warnings.
4. FOLLOW all instructions.
5. DO NOT use this apparatus near water.
6. CLEAN ONLY with dry cloth.
7. DO NOT block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8. DO NOT install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. DO NOT defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wider blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. PROTECT the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. ONLY USE attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. USE ONLY with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. UNPLUG this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. REFER all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
15. DO NOT expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on the apparatus.
16. To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from the AC receptacle.
17. Where the mains plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
18. DO NOT overload wall outlets or extension cords beyond their rated capacity as this can cause electric shock or fire.

The exclamation point, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electrical shock to persons.

ESD Warning: The icon to the left indicates text regarding potential danger associated with the discharge of static electricity from an outside source (such as human hands) into an integrated circuit, often resulting in damage to the circuit.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

WARNING: No naked flame sources - such as candles - should be placed on the product.

WARNING: Equipment shall be connected to a MAINS socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, grounding of the center pin of this plug must be maintained.

COPYRIGHT NOTICE

AMX© 2018, all rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of AMX. Copyright protection claimed extends to AMX hardware and software and includes all forms and matters copyrightable material and information now allowed by statutory or judicial law or herein after granted, including without limitation, material generated from the software programs which are displayed on the screen such as icons, screen display looks, etc. Reproduction or disassembly of embodied computer programs or algorithms is expressly prohibited.

LIABILITY NOTICE

No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of information contained herein. While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this publication, AMX assumes no responsibility for error or omissions. No liability is assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. Further, this publication and features described herein are subject to change without notice.

AMX WARRANTY AND RETURN POLICY

The AMX Warranty and Return Policy and related documents can be viewed/downloaded at www.amx.com.

ESD WARNING

To avoid ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) damage to sensitive components, make sure you are properly grounded before touching any internal materials.

When working with any equipment manufactured with electronic devices, proper ESD grounding procedures must be followed to make sure people, products, and tools are as free of static charges as possible. Grounding straps, conductive smocks, and conductive work mats are specifically designed for this purpose. These items should not be manufactured locally, since they are generally composed of highly resistive conductive materials to safely drain static discharges, with-out increasing an electrocution risk in the event of an accident.

Anyone performing field maintenance on AMX equipment should use an appropriate ESD field service kit complete with at least a dissipative work mat with a ground cord and a UL listed adjustable wrist strap with another ground cord.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

WARNING: Do Not Open! Risk of Electrical Shock. Voltages in this equipment are hazardous to life. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Place the equipment near a main power supply outlet and make sure that you can easily access the power breaker switch.

WARNING: This product is intended to be operated ONLY from the voltages listed on the back panel or the recommended, or included, power supply of the product. Operation from other voltages other than those indicated may cause irreversible damage to the product and void the products warranty. The use of AC Plug Adapters is cautioned because it can allow the product to be plugged into voltages in which the product was not designed to operate. If the product is equipped with a detachable power cord, use only the type provided with your product or by your local distributor and/or retailer. If you are unsure of the correct operational voltage, please contact your local distributor and/or retailer.

FCC AND CANADA EMC COMPLIANCE INFORMATION:

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Approved under the verification provision of FCC Part 15 as a Class A Digital

Device. Caution

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate this device. CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)

EU COMPLIANCE INFORMATION:

Eligible to bear the CE mark; Conforms to European Union Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC; European Union EMC Directive 2004/108/EC; European Union Restriction of Hazardous Substances Recast (RoHS2) Directive 2011/65/EU; European Union WEEE (recast) Directive 2012/19/EU; European Union Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment (R&TTE) Directive 1999/5/EC

WEEE NOTICE:

This appliance is labeled in accordance with European Directive 2012/19/EU concerning waste of electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). This label indicates that this product should not be disposed of with household waste. It should be deposited at an appropriate facility to enable recovery and recycling.

Table of Contents

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2

Overview 6

Features......6

Package Contents....6

Specifications 7

Transmission Distance 9

Panel Description.... 10

Front Panel Description 10

Rear Panel Description.... 15

Pinout Information 15

RS232&IR 15

Audio IN/OUT 15

Installation and Wiring....16

Installation 16

Wiring 16

OSD....18

Input Source Switching....19

Auto Switching 19

Manual Switching 19

IR Operation....20

Control the Source....20

RS232 Operation 21

NetLinx Control 22

Device Number and Ports 22

Send command to control a device 23

Telnet Control 23

Launch TelnetWindow 23

Web UI Control.... 22

Web UI Control 23

Header Bar....23

Navigation Bar.... 24

Auto Switch.... 24

Key Lock.... 25

HDCP 25

EDID 25

Display.... 26

Audio....26

Resolution.... 26

Logo 27

Network....28

System.... 29

Firmware Upgrade....32

Before Starting 32

Transferring KIT Files.... 32

Troubleshooting 34

APICommandSet....35

NetLinx Commands.... 35

Telnet/SSH Commands 44

Overview

VPX-1401 is an advanced presentation switcher, allowing switching among four inputs and distribution to two outputs. It offers one VGA input with one balanced analog audio embedded, three HDMI inputs, one HDMI output to a local display, plus one balanced de-embedded analog audio output and one HDBaseT mirrored output to a remote display via a Cat X cable.

The VPX-1401 has one built-in scaler which supports up to 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 8bit. The video stream goes through the scaler first before distributing to two outputs. The scaler output can be set to fixed resolution or auto scaling. When set to auto scaling, the scaler analyzes the EDIDs of two connected displays and outputs optimum resolution for both displays.

The VPX-1401 can be set to auto switching or manual switching. The VPX-1401 can be controlled by front panel buttons, LAN control with NetLinx Studio, Telnet API and Web GUI.

Powered by HDBT 2.0 and DSC (Display Stream Compression), the VPX-1401 can transmit 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 8bit video up to 80m / 262 ft via a Shielded Cat 6a/7 cable, with USB 2.0 (Host), bidirectional RS232 and IR pass-through. HDBaseT output also features PoE (PSE) to power an HDBT receiver.

The VPX-1401 simplifies integration and installation of a small presentation system for classrooms and small offices, providing localized presentation switching support over long distances.

Features

• Provides one VGA input with balanced embedded audio, three HDMI inputs, one HDMI and HDBT mirrored outputs
- HDMI inputs, HDMI and HDBT outputs support up to 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 8bit and HDCP 2.2; VGA input supports up to 1920 x 1200@60Hz.
• Built-in scaler supports up to 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 8bit
• Supports one-way PoE to power a remote HDBT receiver
• HDBT transmits 4K@60 4:4:4 signals up to 80m/262 ft, 1080P signal up to 100m/328ft via a shielded Cat6a/7 cable.
• Transmits USB 2.0, bi-directional RS232 and IR signal over HDBT.
• Balanced de-embedded analog audio output with volume control.
• Auto-switching to the latest connected source input by detecting input signal status.
- Fast switching.
- Able to turn on/off connected displays automatically by detecting input signal status with its built-in CEC controller.
• Selection buttons on the front panel for local control and contact closures for remote keypad control.
• Supports LAN control through NetLinx Studio, Telnet API and WEB UI.

Package Contents

• 1 x VPX-1401
• 1 x DC 12V Power Adapter with US, UK and EU AC Power Cords
• 4x Phoenix Male Connector (3.5mm, 5 Pins)
• 1x Phoenix Male Connector (3.5mm, 6 Pins)
• 2 x Mounting Bracket (with Screws)

Specifications

Technical
Input	1 x VGA; 3 x HDMI
Input Signal Type	HDMI with 4K@60Hz YUV 444, HDCP 2.2VGA
Input Resolution Supported	1280 x 1024 @ 75 Hz1152 x 870 @ 75 Hz1024 x 768 @ 60 Hz, 70 Hz, 75 Hz, 87 Hz832 x 624 @ 75 Hz800 x 600 @ 56 Hz, 60 Hz, 72 Hz, 75 Hz720 x 400 @ 70 Hz, 88 Hz640 x 480 @ 60 Hz, 67 Hz, 72 Hz, 75 HzCEA Video Information Code (VIC) Formats:VIC = 1, 640 x 480p 59.94/60 Hz 4:3VIC = 2, 720 x 480p 59.94/60 Hz 4:3VIC = 3, 720 x 480p 59.94/60 Hz 16:9VIC = 4, 1280 x 720p 59.94/60 Hz 16:9VIC = 5, 1920 x 1080i 59.94/60 Hz 16:9VIC = 6, 720(1440) x 480i 59.94/60 Hz 4:3VIC = 7, 720(1440) x 480i 59.94/60 Hz 16:9VIC = 14, 1440 x 480p 59.94/60 Hz 4:3VIC = 15, 1440 x 480p 59.94/60 Hz 16:9VIC = 16, Native 1920 x 1080p 59.94/60 Hz 16:9VIC = 17, 720 x 576p 50 Hz 4:3VIC = 18, 720 x 576p 50 Hz 16:9VIC = 19, 1280 x 720p 50 Hz 16:1280 x 1024 @ 75 Hz1152 x 870 @ 75 Hz1024 x 768 @ 60 Hz, 70 Hz, 75 Hz, 87 Hz832 x 624 @ 75 Hz800 x 600 @ 56 Hz, 60 Hz, 72 Hz, 75 Hz 720 x 400 @ 70 Hz, 88 Hz640 x 480 @ 60 Hz, 67 Hz, 72 Hz, 75 HzCEA Video Information Code (VIC) Formats:VIC = 1, 640 x 480p 59.94/60 Hz 4:3VIC = 2, 720 x 480 p 59.94/60 Hz 4:3VIC = 3, 720 x 480p 59.94/60 Hz 16:9VIC = 4, 1280 x 720p 59.94/60 Hz 16:9VIC = 5, 1920 x 1080i 59.94/ 60 Hz 16:9VIC = 6, 720(1440) x 480i 59.94/60 Hz 4:3VIC = 7, 720(1440) x 480i 59.94/60 Hz 16:9VIC = 14, 1440 x 480p 59 .94 / 60 Hz 4 :3VIC = 15, 1440 x 480p 59.94/60 Hz 16:9VIC = 16, Native 1920 x 1080p 59.94/60 Hz 16:9VIC = 17, 720 x 576p 50 Hz 4 :3VIC = 18, 720 x 576p 50 Hz 16:9VIC = 19, 1280 x 720p 50 Hz 16:9VIC = 20, 1920 x 1080i 50 Hz 16:9VIC = 21, 720(1440) x 576i 50 Hz 4 :3VIC = 22, 720(1440) x 576i 50 Hz 16:9VIC = 29, 1440 x 576p 50 Hz 4 :3VIC = 30, 1440 x 576p 50 Hz 16:9VIC = 31, 1920 x 1080p 50 Hz 16:9VIC = 32, 1920 x 1080p 23.97/24 Hz 16:9
Technical (cont.)
	VIC = 33, 1920 x 1080p 25 Hz 16:9VIC = 34, 1920 x 1080p 29.97/30 Hz 16:9VIC = 39, 1920 x 1080i 50 Hz 16:9VIC = 41, 1280 x 720p 100 Hz 16:9VIC = 42, 720 x 576p 100 Hz 4:3VIC = 43, 720 x 576p 100 Hz 16:9VIC = 44, 720(1440) x 576i 100 Hz 4:3VIC = 45, 720(1440) x 576i 100 Hz 16:9VIC = 47, 1280 x 720p 119.88/120 Hz 16:9VIC = 48, 720 x 480p 119.88/120 Hz 4:3VIC = 49, 720 x 480p 119.88/120 Hz 16:9800x600 8 , 1024x768 8 , 1280x720 8 , 1280x768 8 , 1280x800 8 , 1280x960 8 , 1280x1024 8 , 1360x768 8 , 1366x768 8 , 1440x900 8 , 1600x900 8 , 1600x1200 8 , 1680x1050 8 , 1920x1080 8 , 1920x1200 8 , 2560x1440 8 , 2560x1600 8 , 3840x2160P 2,3,5,8 , 4096x2160P 2,3,5,8 1 = at 23.98 Hz, 2 = at 24 Hz, 3 = at 25 Hz,4 = at 29.97 Hz, 5 = at 30 Hz, 6 = at 50 Hz,7 = at 59.94 Hz, 8 = 60 Hz
Maximum Pixel Clock	600MHz
Output	1 x HDMI, 1 x HDBaseT
Output Signal Type	HDMI with 4K@60Hz YUV 444, HDCP 2.2
Output Resolution Supported	VESA:800x600 8 , 1024x768 8 , 1280x768 8 , 1280x800 8 , 1280x960 8 , 1280x1024 8 , 1360x768 8 , 1366x768 8 , 1440x900 8 , 1600x900 8 , 1600x1200 8 , 1600x1050 8 , 1920x1200 8 , 3840x2160 2,3,5,8 , 4096x2160 2,3,5,8 and Auto ScalingSMPTE:1280x720P 6,8 , 1920x1080P 6,8 1 = at 23.98 Hz, 2 = at 24 Hz, 3 = at 25 Hz, 4 = at 29.97 Hz, 5 = at 30 Hz, 6 = at 50 Hz, 7 = at 59.94 Hz, 8 = at 60 Hz
Control Method	• Auto switching• Front panel buttons• Contact closures• LAN (Telnet API, WEB UI)• NetLinx control
Audio
Audio Input	1 x Balanced Analog Audio Inputs: 5-pin Phoenix Connector
Audio Output	1 x Balanced Analog Audio Output: 5-pin Phoenix Connector
Audio Format Supported	PCM 2.0
General
Operating Temperature	0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)
Storage Temperature	-10°C to 60°C (14°F to 140°F)
Humidity	5% to 85%, non-condensing
ESD Protection	Human-body Model:±10kV (Air-gap discharge)/±5kV (Contact discharge)
Power Supply	DC 12V 5A
Power Consumption (Max)	42W
Device Dimension (W x H x D)	240mm x 30mm x 200.2mm/9.45" x 1.18" x 7.88"
Product Weight	1.35kg/2.97lb
Certification	CE, FCC, ETL, PSE, RCM

Transmission Distance

Note: Straight-through category cable wired to T568B standard is recommended.

Cable Type	Cable Type	Cable Type
Shielded Cat 6a/7	100m/328 ft	1080P@60Hz
	80m/262 ft	4K@60 4:4:4
HDMI	Input/Output: 15m/50ft	1080P@60Hz
	Input: 5m/16ftOutput: 10m/33ft	4K@60Hz 4:2:0
	Input/Output: 5m/16ft	4K@60Hz 4:4:4

Panel Description

Front Panel Description

No.	Name	Description
1	VGA IN 1	Connect to a VGA source.
2	AUDIO IN 1	Connect to an audio device for audio input, embedded with the VGA source.
3	HDMI IN (2-4)	Connect to HDMI sources.
4	INPUT SELECT	INPUT Selection button:Press to manually select a source as the current source input. The button function can be enabled through command control or WEB UI on NetLinx.1: VGA IN 12-4: HDMI IN 2-4LED: LED is located on the left of the selection button. When the button function is enabled, pressing an input selection button will light the LED Green.
5	POWER LED(Green)	On: VPX-1401 is powered on.Off: VPX-1401 is powered off.

Rear Panel Description

No.	Name	Description
1	HDBT OUT	Connect to an HDBT receiver via a Cat 5e/6/7 cable. The port mirrors to HDMI OUT.
2	RS-232 & IR Connector	Connect to a RS232-enabled device, an IR device.
3	HOST	Connect to the USB Host device, such as a PC.
4	HDMI OUT	Connect to an HDMI display.
5	LAN 10/100	Connect to an Ethernet device.
6	AUDIO OUT	Connect to an audio receiver for HDMI audio de-embedding output.
7	CONTACT IN	Connect pins 1-4 and ↓ to a remote controller for switching among VGA and HDMI inputs.1: Select VGA IN 1.2: Select HDMI IN 2.3: Select HDMI IN 3.4: Select HDMI IN 4.↓: Connect to Ground.
8	TALLY OUT	Connect pins 1-4 and ↓ to a status display device such as LEDs to indicate which source is currently selected.1: Positive signal means VGA IN is selected.2: Positive signal means HDMI IN 2 is selected.3: Positive signal means HDMI IN 3 is selected.4: Positive signal means HDMI IN 4 is selected.↓: Connect to Ground.
9	RESET	When VPX-1401 is powered on, use a pointed stylus to hold down the RESET button for three or more seconds, and then release it, it will reboot and restore to its factory defaults.
10	12V	Connect to the power adapter provided.

Pinout Information

The following figures show the pinouts of the phoenix connectors.

RS232&IR

Connects to the RS232 and IR devices with the 6-pole, 3.5mm captive screw connectors.

Audio IN/OUT

Connect to audio device with the 3-pole, 3.5mm captive screw connector.

Installation and Wiring

Warning: Before installation, ensure the device is disconnected from the power source.

Installation

1. Attach the installation bracket to the enclosure using the four screws provided.
2. The bracket is attached to the enclosure as shown.

Line drawing of a server rack with ventilation slots and two connectors (no text or symbols)

1. Repeat steps 1-2 for the other side of the unit.
2. Attach the brackets to a surface or suitable location with user supplied screws.

Wiring

Warning:

• Before wiring, disconnect the power from all devices.
- Connect and disconnect the cables with care.

1. Connect the video source

Connect the VGA and HDMI sources (such as PC, Blu-ray player, Apple TV, 4K media player, etc) to the VGA IN and HDMI IN ports of the VPX-1401.

1. Connect HDMI OUT

Connect an HDMI display device (such as TV, projector, LED/LCD display) to the HDMI OUT of the VPX-1401.

1. Connect AUDIO OUT

Connect an audio receiver (e.g. an amplifier) to the AUDIO OUT of the VPX-1401.

1. Connect HDBT OUT

Connect HDBT OUT of VPX-1401 to HDBT IN of an HDBT receiver with a Cat 5e/6/6a/7 cable.

1. Connections for additional control options:

• LAN control (NetLinx/Telnet/Web UI): Connect a Local Area Network to the LAN port of the VPX-1401.

• Input source switching control: Connect a keypad and LEDs to CONTACT IN and TALLY OUT ports for input switching and tally indication.
  • USB control: Connect a USB host to the VPX-1401, and USB devices to the HDBT receiver for remote KVM control.
• RS232 pass-through: Connect an RS232 server device (or client device) to the RS232 port of the VPX-1401, and an RS232 client device (or server device) to the RS232 port of the remote receiver for bidirectional RS232 pass-through.

• IR pass-through: Connect an IR emitter (or IR receiver) to the IR connector of the VPX-1401, and an IR receiver (or IR emitter) to the IR connector of the HDBT receiver for bi-directional IR pass-through.

• Connect the power adapter provided to the VPX-1401.

One-way PoE enables the VPX-1401 to power the remote HDBT DSC receiver along a single Cat X cable. No additional power adapter is required at the receiver.

1. Power on all attached devices.

When all connections are made and power is ON, check if all LED indicators on the VPX-1401 are normal to ensure the installation is successful. For LED indication, please refer to the Panel Description section.

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OSD

The VPX-1401 supports OSD (On Screen Display) to display its IP address. Follow these steps to initiate OSD:

1. Press and Hold the front panel buttons Input 1 and Input 2 for at least 3 seconds.
2. The IP address of the VPX-1401 will display at the upper right of the connected display's screen for about 15s and then disappear.

Input Source Switching

VPX-1401 supports Auto and Manual Switching among the VGA and HDMI inputs.

Auto Switching

1. When multiple sources are inserted, and power is ON for all devices, the input will be switched to the active source with the highest priority.
2. Priority: VGA IN 1 > HDMI IN 2 > HDMI IN 3 > HDMI IN 4
3. When a new source is inserted, the input will be switched to it automatically, following the Last-In-First-Out rule.
4. When the currently selected source is removed, the input will first be switched to the most recently selected port. If the port has no active source, the input will be switched to the active source with the highest priority.

Note:

- When in Auto Switching, Input Select buttons do not function. To use input select buttons, disable Auto Switching.

• The Auto Switching function is enabled by default once all devices are powered on.

• You can enable or disenable Auto Switching through command setting or WEB UI on NetLinx.

Manual Switching

If you want to select a specific input port using input selection buttons:

1. Disable Auto Switching through command setting or WEB UI on NetLinx.
2. Press the appropriate Input Select Button to select a desired input port. When an inactive port is selected, the VPX-1401 will output no signal.

IR Operation

The IR pass-through function allows emote control of the source from the display location or the display from the source location.

Control the Source

To control the source from the display location:

1. Connect an IR emitter to IR port of the VPX-1401;
2. Connect a broadband IR receiver to the IR IN port of an HDBT receiver.

When the connections are completed, the source can be controlled at the display location through a source remote.

RS232 Operation

The RS232 port of the VPX-1401 can be used for bi-directional RS232 signal pass-through between VPX-1401 and an HDBT receiver. To set up RS232 pass-through:

1. Connect an RS232 Server (or Client) Device to the RS232 port of the VPX-1401 with an RS232 cable (See Pinout Information Section for RS232 wiring);
2. Connect an RS232 Client (or Server) Device to the RS232 port of an HDBT receiver with an RS232 cable.
3. Connect HDBT OUT of the VPX-1401 to HDBT IN of the HDBT receiver with a Cat 5e/6/7 cable.

When the connections are complete, an RS232 signal can be passed through bi-directionally between two RS232 devices.

NetLinx Control

Controlling the VPX-1401 through NetLinx Studio.

Before launching NetLinx Studio, connect the VPX-1401, PC, control system (e.g. NX-3200) to the same network.

Note: IDs and IP addresses in the following illustrations are examples. Check the Online Tree in NetLinx Studio to find the correct addresses for your device.

Device Number and Ports

Each VPX-1401 has its own Device Number (which is assigned when the unit is bound to a Control System) and the following ports.

Port 1: VGA IN 1 (AUDIO IN 1); HDMI OUT; HDBT OUT; AUDIO OUT

Port 2: HDMI IN 2

Port 3: HDMI IN 3

Port 4: HDMI IN 4

Port 5-8: Unused

Port 9: RS-232

Port 10: HOST

Port 11: IR

Port 12-21: Unused

Port 22: CONTACT IN

Port 23: TALLY OUT

In NetLinx Studio's Online Tree, the VPX-1401 module displays its ports.

Send command to control a device

Click "Diagnostics" on the menu bar, select "Control a Device".

A window will display as follows, type the Device number, Port number, System and command respectively, and click "Send To Device". (For API commands, see the Section API Command Set.)

Telnet Control

Launch Telnet Window

To launch Telnet Window,

1. Right click the Device Number in NetLinx Studio's Online Tree, select "TELNET Window" – "Launch TELENT Window via NetLinx Studio" (or "Launch TELENT Window via User Defined Program").

The Telnet window opens.

1. At the prompt ( > ), type the Telnet command and press Enter.

* Selecting "Launch TELENT Window via User Defined Program", may require enabling Telnet by completing the following:

(1) go to Start/Control Panel/Programs and Features;
(2) on the left, select "Turn Windows features on or off";
(3) select the check-boxes Telnet Client and Telnet Server, and click OK.

Web UI Control

To configure and control the device on the Web, right click the Device Number in the Online Tree Tab, choose "Web Control Page" – "Launch Web Control Page via NetLinx Studio".

Web UI Control

The Web UI designed for the VPX-1401 allows basic controls and advanced settings of the device. The Web UI page can be accessed through NetLinx Studio.

To access the VPX-1401 Web UI:

1. Connect your PC and the LAN port of the VPX-1401 to the same local area network.
2. In NetLinx Studio's Online Tree, select "Web Control Page" – "Launch Web Control Page via Default Browser" (or select "Launch Web Control Page via NetLinx Studio").

The following page will pop up. Enter the default password "admin" and click "Login".

VPX-1401 Control

The main screen displays as follows.

The Web UI page consists of header bar and navigation bar for basic and advanced settings, including Auto Switch, HDCP, EDID, Display, Resolution, Network, System, etc.

Header Bar

The header bar consists of logo, the following five buttons and version information.

: Refresh button, click to refresh the Web UI to the latest setting.

Factory Default button, click to reset the device to factory default settings.

Steps to reset the device to factory default settings:

1. Click "Factory Default" button.
2. Click "OK" to proceed.

A successful reset will restore all the device settings to their factory defaults and the device will reboot automatically. Allow at least 2 minutes for the reboot to complete.

bot button, click to reboot the device.

Steps to reboot the device:

1. Click "Reboot" button.
2. Click "OK" to proceed. Then the device will reboot immediately.

Update status button, click to view the device's firmware upgrade status.

Logout button, click to logout from the Web UI.

Displays the device's firmware version information.

Navigation Bar

The navigation bar includes the following tabs: AutoSwitch, Key Lock, HDCP, EDID, Display, Relay, Audio, Resolution, Logo, Network and System.

Auto Switch

Auto Switch allows switching among multiple inputs without using the buttons on the front panel.

• ON: Click to enable Auto Switch (default setting).
• OFF: Click to disable Auto Switch.

Key Lock

Key Lock allows locking of the buttons on the VPX-1401 to prevent accidental or unwanted switching.

• ON: Click to enable Key Lock.
• OFF: Click to disable Key Lock (default setting).

HDCP

HDCP Support allows enabling or disabling HDCP compatibility of each input and HDMI output.

HDCP SUPPORT

• ON: Click to enable HDCP compatibility for the corresponding input, which will transmit HDCP protected content (default setting).
• OFF: Click to disable HDCP compatibility for the corresponding input, which will transmit non-HDCP protected content.

For HDMI Out:

• FOLLOW: Select to follow the output display's HDCP compatibility for the HDMI Out, which will transmit content with the same HDCP compatibility as that of the output display (default setting).
  • HDCP 2.2: Select to transmit HDCP 2.2 protected content to the output display.
  • HDCP 1.4: Select to transmit HDCP 1.4 protected content to the output display.
• NO HDCP: Select to transmit non-HDCP protected content to the output display. (Note: If "NO HDCP" is selected for HDMI OUT, when the HDCP protected signal is being input, the receiver will output no signal.)
  • Apply: Click to make the selection to take effect.

EDID

EDID Support allows configuration of the EDID setting of each input.

Locate the target input port and select specific EDID settings from the drop-down menu, then click "Apply" to perform the setting. The default EDID settings for all HDMI input ports are "Copy EDID from output display".

EDID SUPPORT

VGA

1920x1080@60Hz 2CH (Default)

APPLY

HDMI IN2

Copy from output (Default)

APPLY

HDMI IN3

Copy from output (Default)

APPLY

HDMI IN4

Copy from output (Default)

APPLY

Display

DISPLAY

AUTO DISPLAY CONTROL

OFF

ON

DELAY TIME(1-30 min)

2 min

Auto Display Control allows control of CEC-enabled displays connected to the VPX-1401 through HDMI.

• ON: Click to enable the Auto Display Control.
• OFF: Click to disable the Auto Display Control. (Default setting)
- DELAY TIME (1\~30 min): Click the down arrow to set the time for the display to power off automatically when no signal is present. Example: With the time set to 2 minutes, the output display will be powered off automatically when there is no signal input for 2 minutes.

Note: The time range for Auto Display Control is 1-30 minutes.

Audio

AUDIO

Output Volume:

Min/Max:

□ Mute

• Output Volume: Move the slider to set the output audio volume.
• Min/Max: Move the sliders at the left and right sides of the scale to set the minimum and maximum range of the audio volume.
- Mute: Check (or uncheck) to mute (or unmute) the audio.

Resolution

OUTPUT RESOLUTION

OUTPUT RESOLUTION SETTING

AUTO

MANUAL

1920x1080@60

APPLY

- AUTO: Click to set the output resolution to Auto mode (default setting). The output resolution may vary based on the connected display's native resolution.

• MANUAL: Click to set the output resolution to Manual mode. In Manual mode, click the down arrow to select a specific output resolution as required.
• APPLY: Click to set the output resolution to the desired setting.

Logo

Logo section allows display content configuration for the display screen when there's no signal output to the display.

- BLACK COLOR/LOGO:

1) BLACK: Select to set the display screen as black when there's no signal output to the display.
2) LOGO: Select to set the display to show a logo picture when there's no signal output to the display.

- LOGO TRANSITION:

1) FIX IN CENTER: Select to set the logo picture to be shown in the display screen's center when there's no signal output to the display. (Default setting)
2) DRAG TOP LEFT: Select to set the logo picture to shuttle slowly between the center and the top left of the display screen when there's no signal output to the display.
3) DRAG TOP RIGHT: Select to set the logo picture to shuttle slowly between the center and the top right of the display screen when there's no signal output to the display.
4) DRAG BOTTOM LEFT: Select to set the logo picture to shuttle slowly between the center and the bottom left of the display screen when there's no signal output to the display.
5) DRAG BOTTOM RIGHT: Select to set the logo picture to shuttle slowly between the center and the bottom right of the display screen when there's no signal output to the display.

- Logo Setup

1) CHOOSE FILE: Click to upload a logo file to the switcher from your local computer.
2) SAVE: Click to perform the logo file uploading.

Note:

• The logo file should be in .png format with size not larger than 1280x720, 60KB.
- When the logo is loaded to the device successfully, the device will reboot immediately.

Network

NETWORK

DEVICE IP MODE

DHCP

STATIC

DEVICE IP ADDRESS

192.168.20.101

SUBNET MASK

255.255.255.0

DEFAULT GATEWAY

192.168.20.1

MAC ADDRESS

10:52:50:50:21:0b

IP HOSTNAME

AMX-VPX-1401-50210B

DNS 1

192.168.20.1

DNS 2

0.0.0.0

APPLY

NOTE: LAN MODULE WILL AUTOMATICALLY REBOOT AFTER CHANGING NETWORK SETTING.

Device IP Mode:

• DHCP: When enabled, the IP address of the switcher will be assigned automatically by the connected DHCP server.
• Static: When the switcher fails to obtain or detect an IP address from the network to which it is connected, select "Static" to set up the IP address manually.
  • APPLY: Click to set the network setting.

Note: Allow 2-3 minutes for the device's LAN module to reboot and reconnect after the network setting is changed.

System

SYSTEM

ICSP PARAMETER

LOGIN PASSWORD

TELNET/SSH ACCESS

TELNET ACCOUNT

SSH ACCOUNT

UPLOAD CERTIFICATE

The system section is used to configure the ICSP Parameter, login password, Telnet/SSH account and upload certificate.

1. ICSP PARAMETER:

• CONNECTION MODE: includes four options: NDP, Auto IP, URL/TCP, URL/UDP. The default setting is NDP.
• CONTROLLER URL: Input the connected controller's URL.
- SYSTEM NUMBER : Use the Online Tree to determine the system number. By default, it is disabled to be configured.
- DEVICE NUMBER : Use the Online Tree to determine it. By default, it is disabled to be configured.

1. LOGIN PASSWORD:

LOGIN PASSWORD: Login Password can be changed. The default Login Password is admin.

1. TELNET/SSH ACCESS

TELNET/SSH ACCESS is used to enable or disable Telnet/SSH capability. The default setting is ON.

Note: Reboot the device for the setting change to take effect.

1. TELNET/SSH ACCOUNT

TELNET/SSH ACCOUNT is used to configure the user name and password of the account.

• TELNET ACCOUNT

The default user name and password are null.

- SSH ACCOUNT

The default user name is admin, the default password is password. Note: Reboot the device for the SSH ACCOUNT setting change to take effect.

• APPLY: Click to choose each of the settings.

1. Upload Certificate

2. Password: Enter the password of the certificate uploaded.

3. Private Key (.pem): Click "CHOOSE FILE" to browse for the private key in .pem format of the https certificate in your local computer.
4. Certificate (.pem): Click "CHOOSE FILE" to browse for the https certificate in .pem format in your local computer.

- Upload: Click to upload the https certificate and its private key to the device.

Note: When certificate upload is completed, the certificate module will reboot automatically.

Firmware Upgrade

The VPX-1401 uses KIT files for firmware upgrade.

Before Starting

1. Verify that you have the latest version of NetLinx Studio on your PC.
2. Download the latest firmware (KIT) file to your PC. (Place KIT files on a local drive for the fastest throughput.)

3. Verify the following:
   a) Verify that an Ethernet/RJ-45 cable is connected from the VPX-1401 to the same network as the control system. b) Verify the VPX-1401 unit is powered ON.

4. Launch NetLinx Studio and open the Online Tree.

5. Bind the device to the integrated Controller: select and right-click the VPX-1401; from the context sensitive menu, select Network Bind/Unbind Device (be sure the check box is selected); click OK.

Transferring KIT Files

1. In NetLinx Studio, choose Tools > Firmware Transfers > Send to NetLinx Device to open the "Send to NetLinx Studio" dialog.

1. Click to navigate to the target directory. The selected directory path is displayed in the Location text box. KIT files in the target directory display under FileName.

1. Select the appropriate KIT file from the File Name list.