Aurora JPX-TX1 User manual

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Manual Number: 140731
USERS GUIDE
JPX Series
JPX-TX1 / JPX-RX1
JPEG2000 IP Distribution
JPX-RX1
JPX-TX1

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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.
The lightning symbol in the triangle is used to alert you to the presence of dangerous voltage
inside the product that may be sufficient to constitute a risk of electric shock to anyone opening
the case. It is also used to indicate improper installation or handling of the product that could
damage the electrical system in the product or in other equipment attached to the product.
The exclamation point in the triangle is used to alert you to important operating and maintenance
instructions. Failure to follow these instructions could result in injury to you or damage to the
product.
Be careful with electricity:
Power outlet: To prevent electric shock, be sure the electrical plug used on the product power cord
matches the electrical outlet used to supply power to the Aurora product. Use only the power adapter
and power connection cables designed for this unit.
Power cord: Be sure the power cord is routed so that it will not be stepped on or pinched by heavy
items.
Lightning: For protection from lightning or when the product is left unattended for a long period,
disconnect it from the power source.
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Also follow these precautions:
Ventilation: Do not block the ventilation slots if applicable on the product or place any heavy object on
top of it.
Blocking the air flow could cause damage. Arrange components so that air can flow freely. Ensure that
there is adequate ventilation if the product is placed in a stand or cabinet. Put the product in a properly
ventilated area, away from direct sunlight or any source of heat.
Overheating: Avoid stacking the Aurora product on top of a hot component such as a power amplifier.
Risk of Fire: Do not place unit on top of any easily combustible material, such as carpet or fabric.
Proper Connections: Be sure all cables and equipment are connected to the unit as described in this
manual.
Object Entry: To avoid electric shock, never stick anything in the slots on the case or remove the cover.
Water Exposure: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose to rain or moisture.
Cleaning: Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners to clean this unit. Always unplug the power to the
device before cleaning.
ESD: Handle this unit with proper ESD care. Failure to do so can result in failure.
FCC
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.
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Trademarks
All trademarks in this document are the properties of their respective owners.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PACKAGE CONTENTS.............................................................................................................1
INTRODUCTION........................................................................................................................2
About..................................................................................................................................................... 2
Features................................................................................................................................................ 2
JPX-TX1 Front & Rear.......................................................................................................................... 3
JPX-RX1 Front & Rear ......................................................................................................................... 4
APPLICATIONS.........................................................................................................................5
Example 1 JPX-TX1 Transmitter to JPX-RX1 Receiver....................................................................... 5
Example 2 JPX-TX1 Transmitter to Multiple JPX-RX1 Receivers........................................................ 6
Example 3 Multiple JPX-TX1 to Multiple JPX-RX1............................................................................... 7
Example 4 Video Wall........................................................................................................................... 8
HARDWARE INSTALLATION....................................................................................................9
OPERATION............................................................................................................................10
Installation........................................................................................................................................... 10
Searching Devices.............................................................................................................................. 12
Setting Device Parameters................................................................................................................. 13
Device Settings................................................................................................................................... 14
Scene Setting...................................................................................................................................... 15
Videowall Setting ................................................................................................................................ 18
Manage Configuration Files................................................................................................................ 25
Log...................................................................................................................................................... 26
CONNECTOR PIN DEFINITION..............................................................................................27
HDMI................................................................................................................................................... 27
CAT5e/6/6A......................................................................................................................................... 28
APPENDIX 1 Troubleshooting...........................................................................................29
APPENDIX 2 Firmware Update..........................................................................................31
APPENDIX 3 RS-232 Debug ..............................................................................................31
APPENDIX 4 Technical Specifications..............................................................................32
APPENDIX 5 Warranty .......................................................................................................33

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PACKAGE CONTENTS
Please make sure the following items are included within your package. Contact your dealer if any items
are missing or damaged.
JPX-RX1
1 qty JPX-RX1 Receiver Decoder Unit
1 qty 12v DC Power Supply
2 qty 3 pos Phoenix Male Connectors
2 qty Mounting Ears
JPX-TX1
1 qty JPX-TX1 Transmitter Encoder Unit
1 qty 12v DC Power Supply
1 qty 3 pos Phoenix Male Connectors
2 qty Mounting Ears
Optional Accessories
JPX-RK4 4RU Rack Mount
Note: Go to www.auroramm.com for latest manual and firmware

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INTRODUCTION
About
The JPX Series is a JPEG2000 visually lossless HDMI over IP which allows you to simultaneously
send out an HDMI Signal (1080p video with 2.1 audio, USB & RS-232) to one or more HDMI
video display devices using CAT5e/6/7 Cable over a standard Ethernet infrastructure. The JPX
Series can be used to distribute HD digital content from multiple sources to many destinations on
a LAN. AV signals are transmitted digitally over a CAT5e/6/7 cable with visual lossless quality with
low latency. Internal video compression adapts to available network bandwidth if needed. The
series also has a Videowall mode capabilities making it perfect for low cost digital signage
applications.The RS-232 can be used to remotely control devices from any receiver or transmitter
location. A USB signal can also be passed through with the RS-232 and HDMI signal making the
JPX Series a single cable solution.
Computer software is available for full control and management or the optional HJ-PXC can be
used to interface with control systems or other devices via LAN.
Features
HDMI Encoding and Decoding using JPEG2000
Switching Matrix when multiple units are used
Low Latency
Videowall modes
Extend the transmission distance to at least 100 meters from a source at 1080p
USB signal transmission, Supports USB 2.0
RS232 control signal transmission
Supports all high definition resolutions: 1080p, 1080i and 720p
HDCP compliant
PoE (Power over Ethernet)
Optional IP control box (HJ-PXC) to allow matrix control and management via LAN for
control systems.

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JPX-TX1 Front & Rear
Front
Operation Mode Switch –Normal mode: Transmit RS-232 Signal between TX & RX, Debug
mode: Debug the unit.
Power LED –LED will light RED when power is applied.
Link LED - The LED will light solid blue when a TX and RX are linked to each other.
Rear
GND Symbol –Ground connection
DC 12V –Connection to 12v / 2A power supply
USB –USB Type B connection to HOST PC
Ethernet –10/100/1000Mbps LAN
HDMI In –HDMI input signal to be encoded and transmitted.
HDMI Out –HDMI Local Loop Out
RS-232 –Serial port control

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JPX-RX1 Front & Rear
Front
Operation Mode Switch –Normal mode: Transmit RS-232 Signal between TX & RX, Debug
mode: Debug the unit.
Power LED –LED will light RED when power is applied.
Link LED - The LED will light solid blue when a TX and RX are linked to each other.
USB3 –USB 2.0 Type A to be connected to a device (ex. Mouse, keyboard, etc)
USB4 –USB 2.0 Type A to be connected to a device (ex. Mouse, keyboard, etc)
Rear
GND Symbol –Ground connection
DC 12V –Connection to 12v / 2A power supply
USB1 –USB 2.0 Type A to be connected to a device (ex. Mouse, keyboard, etc)
USB2 –USB 2.0 Type A to be connected to a device (ex. Mouse, keyboard, etc)
Ethernet –10/100/1000Mbps LAN
Audio Out –Audio de-embedded output
HDMI Out –HDMI Output to Display
RS-232 –Serial port control

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APPLICATIONS
Example 1 JPX-TX1 Transmitter to JPX-RX1 Receiver

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Example 2 JPX-TX1 Transmitter to Multiple JPX-RX1 Receivers
TV
HD Media Center
TX
RX RX RX RX RX RX RX
Switch
TV TV TV TV TV TV

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Example 3 Multiple JPX-TX1 to Multiple JPX-RX1
tv
Apple TVBlue-ray DVD Xbox
TX TX TX
Projector
TVTVTV
RX RX RX RX
PC
Switch
HDMI
Ethernet

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Example 4 Video Wall
RX1
RX2
RX3
RX4
RX5
RX6
RX7
RX9
RX8
RX10
Blue-ray DVD
TX1
RX1
TX1
RX2
TX1
RX3
TX2
RX4
TX2
RX5
TX2
RX6
TX3
RX7
TX3
RX8
TX3
RX9
TX1
TX2
TX3
TX4
Monitor
Video Wall
Switch
HDMI
Loopout
HDMI
Loopout
HDMI
Loopout

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HARDWARE INSTALLATION
1. Connect HDMI source (such as a DVD player) to the transmitter JPX-TX1
2. Connect computer to the JPX-TX1 with USB cable.
3. Connect HDMI display (such as a plasma TV) to the receiver JPX-RX1
4. Plug USB device (such as keyboard, mouse etc.) to the USB jack of JPX-RX1.
5. Connect CAT-5/5e/6 cables between the transmitter and receiver, make sure CAT-5/5e/6 cables are tightly
connected and not loose.
6. Plug in 12V DC power cord to the power jack of JPX-TX1 and JPX-RX1.

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OPERATION
PC Control Tool
Installation
1. Obtain the installation package of the HDMI over IP configuration tool HJ Control V2.4.14.zip.
Double-click HJ Control.exe to start the tool.
Note: The Operation System must be Windows XP or a later version.
You can control the device through the web management page of IP control box as well. For details,
please refer to the User Manual of IP control box
2. Set a static IP on the computer, here take Window 7 as an example.
Step 1. Click Start menu, go to Control Panel > Network and Sharing center > Change Adapter
Settings > Local Area Connection, right click it, choose Properties.

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Step 2. Highlight Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4), click Properties.
Step 3. Check Use the following IP address, the IP address enter 169.254.x.x (here take 169.254.2.5
as an example), the subnet mask enter 255.255.0.0. Click OK, then click OK again.

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Searching Devices
Click Search in the Device list area. The search is started. When completed it will list the devices found on
the network and the “Restore” (previous scene) will be checked by default.
Note: If the Windows Security Alert dialog box comes up, check both boxes and click Allow
access (with Administration Authority)
If no device is found, please refer to problem 1 in Error! Reference source not found..

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Setting Device Parameters
Right click a device in Devices, all the authorized operations are displayed in the shortcut menu.
Operation
Description
Config
Modify device parameters. This operation is valid only when a single device is
selected.
Update
Update device status, such as Alias, Type, etc. This operation is valid when one
or more devices are selected.
Delete
Delete the devices. This operation is valid when one or more devices are
selected.
Turn On OSD
Turn on On-screen Display. On-screen Display identifies which device is
connected to TX. For example, highlight a TX, choose Turn On OSD, the
device which TX connected to will display “123456”.
Turn Off OSD
Turn off On-screen Display.
Reset
Restore the device to factory settings. This operation is valid when one or more
devices are selected. After Reset, it’s recommended to Delete and Search to
search the device again
Reset EDID
Reset Extended Display Identification Data. This operation is valid when a TX
device is selected.
Restart
Restart the device. This operation is valid when one or more devices are
selected.

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Device Settings
Right click a device in Devices and choose Config, the Device settings dialog box is displayed.
GUI Element
Description
Devices
The current device.
Host Name ID
The Host Name ID, which is generated by the
system and cannot be changed.
Alias
The user-defined device name that contains a
maximum of 80 characters.
IPAddress
The device IP address, which can be set only
when the static mode is selected.
Subnet Mask
The subnet mask for the device, which can be
set only when the static mode is selected.
Auto
Obtain the IP address automatically.
DHCP
The IP address is assigned by a router or switch.
Static
The IP address is manually configured. If you
choose Static, enter 255.255.0.0 in Subnet
Mask.
Restart the current device after performing any operation in the IP address area. If the
IP address assignment mode is changed from Static to Auto or DHCP, re-search the
device after it is restarted.

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Scene Setting
Connecting Devices
The Scene displays the current status of devices.
GUI Element
Description
Create
Create a scene.
Modify
Modify the current scene.
Remove
Delete the current scene.
Apply
Apply the scene connection settings.
Applied automatically
Check this option, it automatically applied the settings.
We recommend you check this option.
Status
The status of the scene.
The matrix is restored.
In progress.
Apply settings successfully.
Failed to apply settings.
You can move the TX and RX from the left devices list to specific cells in the right table and apply the
scene setting.

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Modifying the Scene
After your click Modify in the Scene area, the Modify Scene dialog box is displayed.
Give the scene a name, the maximum length is 80 characters.
Right click a cell, all the authorized operations are displayed in the shortcut menu.
GUI Element
Description
Change TX
Change TX.
Change RX
Change RX.
Select All
Select all the cells in the Scene.
Turn OSD On
Turn on on-screen display.
Turn OSD Off
Turn off on-screen display.
Remove TX
Remove TX.
Remove RX
Remove RX.

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Combine
This operation is valid when at least two boxes are
selected. For details, refer to Video Wall Settings.
Split
This operation is valid when at least two boxes are
selected. For details, refer to Video Wall Settings.
Remote control
IR remote control, not supported yet.
Video Wall Properties
This operation is valid when there are combined signals.