Black Box UVX-HDMI-FO-MINI User manual

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Video Extender - 4K HDMI, USB, Fiber
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Trademarks Used in this Manual
TRADEMARKS USED IN THIS MANUAL
Black Box and the Double Diamond logo are registered trademarks of
BB Technologies, Inc.
PCI Express is a registered trademark of PCI-SIG.
Any other trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowledged to be
the property of the trademark owners.

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Laser Warning/Safety Information
LASER WARNING:
Do not look directly into the path of the laser on the extenders' fiber
connectors. Your eyes might be damaged!
The laser is made of a 1300/1550 nm optical module and certified by IEC
60950 as Laser Class 1.
Safety Information
• Keep this manual for future reference.
• Read all safety information before setting up the Video Extender — 4K HDMI,
USB, Fiber.
• Before cleaning, unplug the extender from its wall outlet. Clean with a damp
cloth; do not use harsh cleaners.
• Use only the external power supply that you received with your extender
receiver and an approved power supply (optional) for the extender transmitter;
do not use damaged power cords or wall outlets.
• Avoid using the extenders in wet, flammable, or magnetic environments.
• Grounded 3-pin power outlets are required.
• Do not place heavy equipment on top of the extenders.

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FCC and IC RFI Statements
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION AND INDUSTRY
CANADA RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS
Class B Digital Device. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B computing device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. This equipment gener-
ates, 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. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
telephone reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one 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 an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Caution:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
To meet FCC requirements, shielded cables and power cords are required to
connect this device to a personal computer or other Class B certified device.
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emission
from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of Industry
Canada.
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant
les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de classe B prescrites dans le
Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique publié par Industrie Canada.

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NOM Statement
Normas Oficiales Mexicanas (NOM)
Electrical Safety Statement
INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD
1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas
antes de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado.
2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas
para referencia futura.
3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones
de operación deben ser respetadas.
4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas.
5. El aparato eléctrico no deberá ser usado cerca del agua— por ejemplo,
cerca
de la tina de baño, lavabo, sótano mojado o cerca de una alberca, etc.
6. El aparato eléctrico debe ser usado únicamente con carritos o pedestales
que sean recomendados por el fabricante.
7. El aparato eléctrico debe ser montado a la pared o al techo sólo como sea
recomendado por el fabricante.
8. Servicio— El usuario no debe intentar dar servicio al equipo eléctrico más
allá a lo descrito en las instrucciones de operación. Todo otro servicio
deberá ser referido a personal de servicio calificado.
9. El aparato eléctrico debe ser situado de tal manera que su posición no
interfiera su uso. La colocación del aparato eléctrico sobre una cama,
sofá, alfombra o superficie similar puede bloquea la ventilación, no se
debe colocar en libreros o gabinetes que impidan el flujo de aire por los
orificios de ventilación.
10. El equipo eléctrico deber ser situado fuera del alcance de fuentes de calor
como radiadores, registros de calor, estufas u otros aparatos (incluyendo
amplificadores) que producen calor.
11. El aparato eléctrico deberá ser connectado a una fuente de poder sólo
del tipo descrito en el instructivo de operación, o como se indique en el
aparato.
12. Precaución debe ser tomada de tal manera que la tierra fisica y la
polarización del equipo no sea eliminada.

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NOM Statement
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 atención a los contactos y receptáculos donde salen
del aparato.
14. El equipo eléctrico debe ser limpiado únicamente de acuerdo a las
recomendaciones del fabricante.
15. En caso de existir, una antena externa deberá ser localizada lejos de las
lineas de energia.
16. El cable de corriente deberá ser desconectado del cuando el equipo no
sea usado por un largo periodo de tiempo.
17. Cuidado debe ser tomado de tal manera que objectos liquidos no sean
derramados sobre la cubierta u orificios de ventilación.
18. Servicio por personal calificado deberá ser provisto cuando:
A: El cable de poder o el contacto ha sido dañado; u
B: Objectos han caído o líquido ha sido derramado dentro del aparato; o
C: El aparato ha sido expuesto a la lluvia; o
D: El aparato parece no operar normalmente o muestra un cambio en su
desempeño; o
E: El aparato ha sido tirado o su cubierta ha sido dañada.

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Page
Trademarks Used in this Manual...................................................................2
Laser Warning ........................................................................................3
Safety Information ........................................................................................3
FCC and IC RFI Information...........................................................................4
NOM Statement ........................................................................................4
Chapter Page
1. Specifications ........................................................................................8
2. Overview ........................................................................................10
2.1 Introduction........................................................................................10
2.2 Features ........................................................................................10
2.3 What's Included..................................................................................10
2.4 Additional Items You Will/May Need.................................................11
2.5 Hardware Description.........................................................................12
2.5.1 Transmitter................................................................................12
2.5.2 Receiver ....................................................................................13
2.6 Typical Application .............................................................................14
3. Installation ........................................................................................15
4. Troubleshooting ........................................................................................16
4.1 Contacting Black Box..........................................................................16
4.2 Shipping and Packaging ....................................................................16

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Chapter 1: Specifications
1. Specifications
Approvals FCC Class B
CE
HDMI 1.4b
HDCP
IEC 60950 certified Laser Class 1
Environmental
Temperature Operating: 31 to 122° F (0 to 50° C);
Storage: -4 to +158° F (-20 to +70° C)
Humidity Operating: 10 to 80%, noncondensing;
Storage: 5 to 95%, noncondensing
Optical
Laser IEC 60950 certified as Laser Class 1
Cable (not included) 50/125 µm OM3 multimode fiber
TX Module 850 nm VCSEL;
1310 InGaAs/InP laser diode;
1550 InGaAs/inP PIN type photo diode
RX Module 1550 InGaAs/inP laser diode;
850 InGaAs/InP PIN type photo diode;
1310 InGaAs/InP PIN type photo diode
Performance
Bandwidth 2.97 Gbps
Distance (Maximum) HDMI:
1000 ft. (300 m);
For 187.5 kbps low-speed USB 1.1:
130 ft. (40 m);
For 1.5 to 12 Mbps high-speed USB 1.1:
650 ft. (200 m)

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Chapter 1: Specifications
Performance (continued)
Resolution
(Maximum)
4096 x 2160 @ 30 Hz
Physical
Connectors Transmitter:
(1) fiber LC (output),
(1) micro USB for optional power supply;
(1) HDMI (links to source);
Receiver:
(1) fiber LC (input),
(1) micro USB for power,
(1) HDMI (links to display device)
Dimensions Each unit: 0.6"H x 1.6"W x 2.2"D (1.4 x 4.1 x 5.6 cm)
Weight Each unit: 0.2 lb. (0.09 kg)
Power
Transmitter Derives power from the HDMI interface connected to
the graphic card via the +5 V pin, or through the
USB 1.1 interface;
Connector: (1) Micro USB
Receiver Type: External power supply (included);
Voltage: 5-V AC/DC;
Connector: (1) Micro USB

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Chapter 2: Overview
2. Overview
2.1 Introduction
Use the Video Extender — 4K HDMI, USB, Fiber to transmit Ultra HD/4K HDMI
up to 1000 feet (300 meters) and USB up to 650 feet (200 meters) via one
50/125 µm OM3 multimode fiber cable with an LC connector.
The extender transmits low-speed USB 1.1 at speeds up to 187.5 kbps at
distances up to 650 feet (200 meters) and full-speed USB 1.1 signals at speeds
ranging from 1.5 to 12 Mbps at distances up to 130 feet (40 meters). Typical
low-speed devices include keyboards and mice; typical full-speed devices include
external hard drives, USB hubs, and USB memory sticks.
2.2 Features
• Transmits and extends Ultra HD/4K signals.
• Drives HDMI 4K signal up to 1000 feet (300 meters) via one multimode fiber
optic cable.
• Compatible with HDMI 1.4b standard.
• Works with KVM applications.
• Complies with HDCP.
• Supports EDID.
• Meets USB 1.1 standards.
2.3 What's Included
Your package should include the following items. If anything is missing or
damaged, contact Black Box Technical Support at 724-746-5500 or
[e-mail].
• (1) Video Extender — 4K HDMI, USB, Fiber Transmitter
• (1) Video Extender — 4K HDMI, USB, Fiber Receiver
• (1) 5V AC/DC USB Adapter for receiver module.
• (1) Micro-B-to-Type-A-USB cable
• (1) Micro-B to-USB-Type-A-female-and-USB-Type-A-male “Y”-cable
• (2) 1.6-foot (0.5-meter) HDMI copper cables
• This user's manual