Black Box Wizard MultiMedia Plus User manual

Wizard™MultiMedia Plus
USER GUIDE
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INFORMATION
SEPTEMBER 2007
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SECT 1
Contents
Welcome
Introduction.................................................................................2
Standard Wizard MultiMedia Plus models............................2
Expansion via cascade links ....................................................3
What’s in the box.........................................................................4
What you may additionally need ...............................................4
Module features ..........................................................................5
Installation
Locations ......................................................................................6
Mounting .....................................................................................7
Using the self adhesive feet ...................................................7
Using the rear mounting slot.................................................7
Using the optional rack mount chassis..................................8
Making standard connections ....................................................9
Connections at the transmitter..............................................9
Connections at the receiver .................................................14
Making cascade connections ....................................................16
Important limitations when cascading................................16
Cascade connection example ...............................................16
Cascading transmitters .........................................................17
Switch settings - AVU6004A/AVU6008A only ..........................18
Operation
Indicators....................................................................................19
Serial port switching..................................................................20
Adjustments...............................................................................21
Brightness and sharpness adjustments................................21
Skew compensation adjustments (AVU6111A only)...........22
Upgrading .............................................................................24
Further information
Troubleshooting ........................................................................25
Getting assistance......................................................................25
Safety information ....................................................................26
Certification notice for equipment used in Canada................26
Cables .........................................................................................27
Y-cable pinout ..................................................................27
Emissions and Immunity............................................................28
Normas Oficiales Mexicanas (NOM) .........................................29
Instrucciones de seguridad ..............................................29
BlackBox subsidiary contact details..........................................31

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SECT 2
Welcome
Introduction
The Black Box Wizard MultiMedia Plus family of digital signage extenders
provide a modular method to distribute high quality video and audio to remote
display units as well as handling serial control signals. The various modules of
the Wizard MultiMedia Plus family support a wide range of configurations: from
individual point-to-point installations to multiple screen distributions, all via CATx
cabling at distances up to 300m (1000 feet).
All Wizard MultiMedia Plus modules provide full support for RS232 serial
communications between the host system and the display(s). This support
extends not just to point-to-point connections, but also to larger scale
installations using AVU6004A and AVU6008A transmitters.
Standard Wizard MultiMedia Plus models
There are three styles of Wizard MultiMedia Plus transmitters and two types of
receiver modules available. The choice of each depends upon the quantity of
devices that need to be supported and the layout of each installation as a whole:
Wizard MultiMedia Plus AVU6010A point-to-point pair
The AVU6010A transmitter and receiver pair provide point to point operation
capable of directly supporting dual displays and speaker sets. The transmitter
can additionally support a local monitor and speaker set located adjacent to
the source system. At the receiver a single RS232 serial connector is available
for linking to a single display (AVU6011A receivers can support dual serial
ports via a special Y-cable but only when linked to AVU6004A or AVU6008A
transmitters).
VIDEO
CATx LINK
UP TO 300m
AUDIO
RS232 SERIAL
POWER POWER
PC
TRANSMITTER RECEIVER
AVU6001A AVU6011A
AVU6010A transmitter and receiver pair driving two remote
displays (with serial control to one of them) and speakers in
addition to a local monitor and speaker set
The AVU6010A transmitter and receiver modules are also available separately
and are known as the AVU6001A and AV6011A respectively. Expansion is
made possible by connecting further transmitters to the original AVU6001A
transmitter module, however, the serial connection cannot be cascaded in this
manner. Where cascades with serial connections (as well as video and audio) are
required, use the AVU6004A/AVU6008A transmitters.
Wizard MultiMedia Plus AVU6111A
An AVU6111A receiver is also available which provides all of the functionality of
the AVU6011A with the addition of special skew adjustments to correct cable-
induced video timing errors on long CATx connections.
RECEIVER
AVU6011A
TRANSMITTER
AVU6001A
RECEIVER
AVU6111A
TRANSMITTER
AVU6004A
TRANSMITTER
AVU6008A
Transmitters
Receivers
AVU6001A
Can directly drive a
single receiver module
AV6004A
Can directly drive
up to four receiver
modules
AVU6008A
Can directly drive
up to eight receiver
modules
AVU6011A
Supports two displays
and speaker sets
AVU6111A
Supports two displays
and speaker sets. Also
includes video skew
adjustment controls.
Module mixing - IMPORTANT
When necessary, the AVU6004A and AVU6008A modules can be used to link
with AVU5011A or AVU5111A receivers, however, the serial communications
facilities must be first disabled using switch 10 on the AVU6004A or AVU6008A
modules (see Switch settings for details)

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CATx LINK UP TO 300m SERIAL
Y-CABLE
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RECEIVER
AVU6011A
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AVU6008A
AVU6004A
RECEIVER
AVU6011A
Wizard MultiMedia Plus AVU6004A and AVU6008A transmitters
The AVU6004A transmitter provides four CATx outputs while the AVU6008A
provides eight CATx output to directly drive AVU6011A/ AVU6111A receiver
modules located at distances up to 300m (1000 feet).
Note: An optional serial Y-cable is available, which allows a connected receiver to
provide a serial link to each display.
AVU6004A/AVU6008A transmitter driving up
to four/eight remote receivers, in addition to
a local monitor and speaker set
Expansion via cascade links
In order to create small, medium and large digital signage networks, all
Wizard MultiMedia Plus transmitters are designed to support additional
transmitter modules (and their subsequent multiple receivers). This is
achieved using the video, audio and serial out ports to provide the inputs
into the next transmitter module, and so on.
AV transmitters can be
connected in cascade to
provide further video,
audio and serial expansion
opportunities. Note that
the AVU6001A transmitter
does not support serial
cascade connections.
CASCADE LINK
CASCADE LINK
CATx LINKS TO RECEIVERS
CATx LINKS TO RECEIVERS
CASCADE LINK
CASCADE LINK
CASCADE LINK
CASCADE LINK
VIDEO
AUDIO
POWER
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Primary
Transmitter
RS232 SERIAL
TRANSMITTER
AVU6008A
AVU6004A
TRANSMITTER
AVU6008A
AVU6004A
Additional expansion is also possible by connecting further transmitter modules to
the original module in a cascade arrangement, each supporting their own multiple
AVU6011A/ AVU6111A receiver modules - See Expansion via cascade links for
details.
Note: The AVU6001A transmitter supports video and audio cascade
connections, however, the module does not include a serial out connector
and cannot support cascaded serial connections.
A limit of three cascade connections are possible between transmitter
modules. Using the corresponding maximum of four AVU6008A
transmitters, this gives an overall support for up to 64 remote displays on 32
separate CATx branches.

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For each AV module:
5.3V Power adapter and
country-specific mains cable
Self adhesive
rubber feet
Video cable to connect a
transmitter to the source PC
and optionally to connect
additional transmitter
modules in cascade.
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What’s in the box What you may additionally need
AVU6001A transmitter and/or
AVU6011A/AVU6111A receiver.
AVU6001A and AVU6011A
modules can be supplied as a
pair under the code AVU6010A
Stereo audio cable to
connect a transmitter to the
source PC and optionally
to connect additional
transmitter modules in
cascade.
CD-ROM containing
skew test pattern
and documentation
Rack mount fascia plates
(not pictured)
19” rack mount chassis
Serial cable
(one per
transmitter)
Supplied items depend upon ordered models
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AVU6004A
transmitter
AVU6008A
transmitter
Serial Y-cable (not pictured) to
connect two serial devices to
a receiver (when that receiver
is linked to an AVU6004A or
AVU6008A transmitter)
Upgrade cable (not pictured)

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Power supply connection
Local
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Video
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Audio
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Link output to receiver
Serial port connection
from source PC
(female 9-way D-type)
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Point to point
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pictured)
Power adapter connection
Serial port connection
to device (male 9-way
D-type)
Indicators
Link input from
transmitter (or
cascade input)
Audio output to speakers
Video output
to display
Audio output to speakers
Video output to display
Sharpness control
Brightness control
Skew
adjusters (not
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Audio
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from source PC
Serial port connection
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Serial port
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Power
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connection
CATx links 1 to 4
CATx links 5 to 8
(not AVU6004A)
Configuration
switches (see
Switch settings
for details)

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Installation
Locations
Please consider the following important points when planning the positions of
your Wizard MultiMedia Plus modules:
• Take care not to exceed the maximum link cable lengths (please refer to the
section Making cascade connections).
• Ensure that the transmitters are as close as possible to the source PC system
and the receivers are similarly close to the display modules. Use video
connection cables that are correctly shielded and are no longer than 6m in
length.
• Wherever possible, choose routes for the CATx twisted pair link cables that
avoid mains power cables.
• Remember a mains power socket is required for each transmitter and
receiver.
• Consult the precautions listed within the Safety information section.
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Using the rear mounting slot
The slot at the rear of AVU6011A and AVU6111A modules allow them to be
hung upon a fixed screw that protrudes from the mounting surface.
IMPORTANT: The internal circuit board is accessible through the mounting slot.
Ensure that any mounting screws protrudes no further than ½” (12.5mm) into
the module casing - serious electrical damage will be caused if the screw makes
contact with the internal circuitry.
5mm()0.19"
9.5mm0.37"
( )
Using the self adhesive feet
Apply the supplied self-
adhesive rubber feet to the
underside corners of the
Wizard MultiMedia Plus
modules.
Mounting
Before you begin connecting to the source PC system and display devices, it is
advisable to mount the Wizard MultiMedia Plus modules in place. There are a
number of mounting possibilities for the transmitter and receiver modules:
• On a horizontal surface using the supplied self adhesive feet,
• Mounted on a screw using the rear slot,
• Within the optional rack mount chassis,
• On inclined surfaces using self adhesive Velcro©strips (not supplied).

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Using the optional rack mount chassis
1 Place the optional rack plate onto the front of the transmitter or receiver
module and secure it with the countersunk screws.
2 Orient the module on its side so that its labelled face is the correct way up
and the securing plate is facing away from the rack.
3 Slide the module into the required rack position.
4 The rack mount chassis has a series of holes in its floor that are spaced
to accommodate the screws on the module’s lower edge. Ensure that the
screws correctly locate into the holes of the chosen slot. The rack securing
plate on the module should now be flush with the front of the rack mount
chassis.
5 Use the supplied (pan-head) screws, in the top hole of the rack securing
plate to fasten the module to the rack.
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Making standard connections
Connections to the Wizard MultiMedia Plus modules do
not need to follow the precise order given in this user guide
although it is recommended that you do not apply power to
the modules until all other connections have been made.
Note: Unless stated otherwise, all connection information
given here applies to all modules in the Wizard MultiMedia
Plus family.
Connections at the transmitter
To connect video and audio from the source PC system
1 Attach a video cable of suitable type and length (fully
shielded with 15 way male D-type connectors at both
ends, 2m or less) to the socket labelled
IN
on the Wizard
MultiMedia Plus transmitter.
2 Attach the other end of the video cable to the
appropriate VGA video output socket on the source
PC system.
3 Attach a stereo audio cable (shielded with three way
3.5mm jack plugs at both ends) to the socket labelled
IN
on the Wizard MultiMedia Plus transmitter.
4 Attach the other end of the stereo audio cable to the
appropriate audio output socket on the source PC
system.
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Connecting video and audio inputs
to the AVU6004A or AVU6008A
transmitter
Connecting video and audio
inputs to the AVU6001A
transmitter

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To connect a monitor and speakers
The video and audio out ports of the Wizard
MultiMedia Plus transmitter can optionally be
used either to:
• Attach a monitor and/or speakers in the
vicinity of the source PC system – See below,
or
• Make a cascade link to another transmitter
module – Please refer to the section
Making cascade connections – Cascading
transmitters.
1 Attach the video cable from the monitor
to the socket labelled
OUT
on the Wizard
MultiMedia Plus transmitter.
2 Attach the stereo audio cable from
the speakers to the socket labelled
OUT
on the Wizard MultiMedia Plus
transmitter.
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Connecting monitor and speakers
to the AVU6004A or AVU6008A
transmitter
Connecting monitor and speakers
to the AVU6001A transmitter

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To connect the source computer serial port
Note: The serial port feature supports RS232 serial devices at speeds up to
19200 baud and all hardware handshake lines are available (AVU6001A,
AVU6011A and AVU6111A only). No extra error checking on the serial port
signals is applied.
1 Attach the male connector of the supplied serial link cable to the socket
labelled on the AVU6001A transmitter or IN on the AVU6004A/
AVU6008A transmitters.
2 Attach the other end (female connector) of the serial cable to the
appropriate RS232 serial socket on the source PC system.
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Connecting the source computer
serial port to the AVU6004A or
AVU6008A transmitter
Connecting the source computer
serial port to the AVU6001A
transmitter
Important
• It is essential that the source PC, all
AVU2004A/AVU2008A modules and all
connected displays are configured to use
the same serial communication settings
(see Switch settings for details). The
AVU6001A, AVU6011A and AVU6111A
modules all auto-sense the serial
configuration and do not need to be set.
• When switches SW2 to SW10 are all
OFF, the AV module is set to expect the
following serial port configuration: 19200
baud, 8-bit data byte, 1 stop bit, no parity
checking, software handshake.
• Remember to set the switches before
power is applied to the unit.

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To connect the link cable(s)
The links between the transmitter and receiver modules are made using between
one and eight twisted pair cables, specified to Category 5 or higher. Each cable
carries video, audio and serial communication signals to each receiver module.
When a single receiver is attached to a link cable, the maximum length of that
link cable is 300m (1000 feet).
AVU6004A & AVU6008A models
1 Attach the connector of the first link cable to the socket labelled LINK1 on
the AVU6004A/AVU6008A transmitter. There should be a click when the
cable is fully inserted and locked in place.
2 Attach the connectors of the remaining link cables to the sockets labelled
LINK 2 to LINK 4, (LINK 2 to LINK 8 on AVU6008A), as required.
In all cases, there should be a click when the cable is fully inserted and
locked in place.
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Overall maximum link length: 300m
STANDARD LINK
TRANSMITTER RECEIVER
Note: Long cable lengths may induce colour separation effects. AVU6111A
receivers contain the necessary circuitry to minimise such effects.
However, if further transmitters are connected in cascade to the initial
transmitter, then the overall length of the link cables used must be reduced. For
further information, please refer to the section Making cascade connections.
AVU6001A models
1 Attach the connector of the link cable to the
socket labelled LINK on the AVU6001A
transmitter. There should be a click
when the cable is fully inserted
and locked in place.
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Category 5, 5e or 6 (CATx) cabling is used to form the links between
transmitters and receivers. However, the signals used are not Ethernet or
IP-related and must never be connected via network switches or to any other
networking equipment.
Where possible, avoid laying the CATx twisted pair link cable(s) alongside power
cables.
Wizard MultiMedia Plus transmitters and receivers must not be connected,
via a CATx link, to Wizard MultiMedia AVU5001A, AVU5011A or AVU5004A
modules.
Connecting the CATx link cable
to the AVU6001A transmitter
Connecting the CATx link cable
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To connect the power supply
NOTE: Please read and adhere to the electrical safety information given within
the Safety information section of this guide. In particular, do not use an
unearthed power socket or extension cable.
1 Attach the output connector of the power supply to the socket labelled
POWER on the Wizard MultiMedia Plus transmitter.
2 Insert the IEC connector of the power cable into the corresponding
socket of the power supply.
3 When all other connections have been made at the
transmitter and receiver modules, connect the other
end of the power cable to a nearby earthed
mains socket.
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Connecting the power input to
the AVU6004A or AVU6008A
transmitter
Connecting the power
input to the AVU6001A
transmitter
Important
Wizard MultiMedia Plus transmitters
and receivers are supplied with
power adapters which provide a
slightly different voltage to those
used with other Black Box products.
Although the Wizard MultiMedia Plus
family power adapters appear to be
physically identical, they are labelled
as 5.3VDC (rather than the usual
5VDC). Using a standard Black Box
5VDC power supply will not cause
damage but may affect operation.

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The link from the transmitter to each receiver module is made using a twisted
pair cable, specified to Category 5 or higher.
When a single receiver is attached to a link cable, the maximum length of that
link cable is 300 metres (1000 feet).
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Overall maximum link length: 300m
STANDARD LINK
TRANSMITTER RECEIVER
However, if other transmitters are connected in cascade to the initial
transmitter, then the overall length of the link cables used must
be reduced. For further information, please refer to the
section Making cascade connections.
1 Attach the connector of the link cable to
the socket labelled LINK IN on the
Wizard MultiMedia Plus receiver.
There should be a click when
the cable is fully inserted and
locked in place.
Connections at the receiver
To connect displays and speakers
Dual video and audio outputs are provided on the AVU6011A/AVU6111A
receiver. Both sets of ports provide identical signals and their
connection procedures are the same:
1 Attach the video cable from the display module to
the socket labelled
OUT
on the Wizard MultiMedia
Plus receiver.
2 Attach the stereo audio cable from
the speakers (or amplifier) to
the socket labelled
OUT
on
the Wizard MultiMedia Plus
receiver.
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Important
Category 5, 5e or 6 (CATx) cabling is used
to form the links between transmitters
and receivers. However, the signals used
are not Ethernet or IP-related and must
never be connected via network switches
or to any other networking equipment.
Where possible, avoid laying the CATx
twisted pair link cable(s) alongside power
cables.
Wizard MultiMedia Plus transmitters
and receivers must not be connected,
via a CATx link, to Wizard MultiMedia
AVU5001A, AVU5011A or AVU5004A
modules.

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To connect the power supply
NOTE: Please read and adhere to the electrical safety information given within
the Safety information section of this guide. In particular, do not use an
unearthed power socket or extension cable.
1 Attach the output connector of the power supply to the
socket labelled POWER on the Wizard MultiMedia Plus
receiver.
2 Insert the IEC connector of the power cable
into the corresponding socket of the
power supply.
3 When all other connections
have been made at the
transmitter and receiver
modules, connect the other
end of the power cable to a
nearby earthed mains socket.
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To connect the serial port
The AVU6011A/AVU6111A receivers provide a single RS232 serial socket for use
with display control circuitry, etc. Where two connected displays both require
serial control, a special Y-cable is available.
Note: The Y-cable is supported only when the AVU6011A/AVU6111A receiver
is linked to an AVU6004A or AVU6008A transmitter. If the receiver is linked to
an AVU6001A transmitter, only a single display may be connected to the serial
connector of the AVU6011A/AVU6111A receiver.
1 Attach the female connector of the Y-cable or serial device link cable to the
socket labelled on the AVU6011A/AVU6111A receiver.
2 Attach the other end of the serial cable (or both ends
of the Y-cable) to the appropriate RS232 control
socket(s) of the display(s).
Note: The two male connectors of
Y-cable are labelled A and B.
These labels are important
and identify each
display for port
switching purposes.
Important
• It is essential that the source PC, all AVU6004A/AVU6008A modules and
all connected displays are configured to use the same serial communication
settings (see Switch settings for details). The AVU6001A, AVU6011A and
AVU6111A modules all auto-sense the serial configuration and do not have
switches.
• When switches SW2 to SW10 are all OFF, the module is set to expect the
following serial port configuration: 19200 baud, 8-bit data byte, 1 stop bit,
no parity checking, software handshake.
Important
Wizard MultiMedia Plus transmitters
and receivers are supplied with
power adapters which provide a
slightly different voltage to those
used with other Black Box products.
Although the Wizard MultiMedia Plus
family power adapters appear to be
physically identical, they are labelled
as 5.3VDC (rather than the usual
5VDC). Using a standard Black Box
5VDC power supply will not cause
damage but may affect operation.

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Making cascade connections
The Wizard MultiMedia Plus series of products have been specifically designed to
be flexible in order to support both your immediate and future needs for media
streaming. In addition to the standard connections made from transmitters to
receivers, you can also link extra transmitters to transmitters in order to provide more
display/speaker outputs. These non-standard links are called cascade connections.
Important limitations when cascading
• There should never be more than three cascade connections between the
primary transmitter (the one connected to the source PC) and any receiver.
Cascade connections are possible only at the transmitter end of the link
cable(s).
• It is essential that the source PC, all AVU6004A/AVU6008A modules and
all connected displays are configured to use the same serial communication
settings (see Switch settings for details). The AVU6001A, AVU6011A and
AVU6111A modules all auto-sense the serial configuration and do not need
to be set.
• Each cascade connection reduces the overall link length permissible from a
transmitter to the final receiver in a branch. To calculate the recommended
overall maximum link length for a branch, count the number of cascade
connections between the primary transmitter and the final receiver in that
branch. The effects of cascade connections on overall branch link lengths are
as follows:
Number of cascade connections Overall length of links for a branch
(in a branch) (from transmitter to furthest receiver)
0 300m (1000 feet)
1 250m (800 feet)
2 200m (650 feet)
3 175m (600 feet)
Notes
The lengths of transmitter cascade (video) connections should never be
longer than 2m (6 feet) and can be considered to have a negligible effect
upon overall link lengths.
The maximum resolutions achievable are: 1600 x 1200 x 60Hz at 200m
and 1280 x 1024 x 60Hz at 300m. If you are using lower resolutions then it
may be possible to achieve longer transmission distances than shown in the
above table although we do not recommend runs longer than 300m in any
installation. If you are running shorter cables then it may be possible to use
more cascades than shown in the above table.
Long cable lengths may induce colour separation effects. AVU6111A
receivers contain the necessary circuitry to minimise such effects.
Cascade connection example
This example demonstrates the effect of cascade connections upon overall link
lengths:
RECEIVER
Primary
Transmitter
TRANSMITTER
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From PC
Maximum length : 175m (600 feet)
Maximum length : 200m (650 feet)
Maximum length : 250m (800 feet)
Maximum length : 300m (1000 feet)
Cascade 1
Cascade 2
Cascade 3
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STANDARD LINKS
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Cascading transmitters
Expansion is achieved by linking
the video, audio and serial ports of
transmitters. The output ports of one
transmitter are connected to the inputs
of the next transmitter and so on.
The RS232 serial ports of AVU6004A
and AVU6008A transmitters can be
cascaded. However, it is not possible
to cascade the serial port of the
AVU6001A, although its video and audio signals can
be cascaded to lower level modules.
Note: Ensure that there are no more than three
cascade links between the primary transmitter and
the furthest receiver.
CASCADE LINK
CASCADE LINK
CATx LINKS TO RECEIVERS
CATx LINKS TO RECEIVERS
CASCADE LINK
CASCADE LINK
CASCADE LINK
CASCADE LINK
VIDEO
AUDIO
POWER
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PC
Primary
Transmitter
RS232 SERIAL
TRANSMITTER
AVU6008A
AVU6004A
TRANSMITTER
AVU6008A
AVU6004A
To connect cascaded transmitters
1 Attach a suitable video cable between the socket
labelled
OUT
on the primary transmitter and the
socket labelled
IN
on the secondary transmitter.
(Cable specification: Fully shielded with 15 way male
D-type connectors at both ends, 2m or less).
2 Attach a stereo audio cable between the socket
labelled
OUT
on the primary transmitter and the
socket labelled
IN
on the secondary transmitter.
(Cable specification: Shielded with three way 3.5mm
jack plugs at both ends).
3 If serial connections are required, attach a serial
cable between the socket labelled OUT on the
primary transmitter and the socket labelled IN
on the secondary transmitter. (Cable specification:
Shielded with 9 way D-type connectors - male at one
end, female at the other).
4 Repeat such cascade links until the required number
of transmitters (up to a maximum of four) are
present. Connect the remaining signal and power
cables to the added transmitters (and their respective
receivers) as discussed earlier within this chapter.
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Switch settings - AVU6004A/AVU6008A only
The AVU6004A and AVU6008A transmitter modules are both equipped with
10-way mini switches to allow quick configuration of various items. For normal
operation in the majority of cases, all switches should be OFF.
Switch 1 is used when upgrading the internal firmware and switches 2 to 10 are
all related to various aspects of serial communications.
Note: All switch settings must be selected before power is applied.
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Operation mode (SW1 - select before powering on)
SW1 OFF Normal operation
SW1 ON Upgrade mode
Serial communications data byte length (SW2)
SW2 OFF 8-bits per character
SW2 ON 7-bits per character
Serial communications stop bits (SW3)
SW3 OFF 1 stop bit
SW3 ON 2 stop bits
Serial communications parity checking (SW4 & SW5)
None Odd Even
SW4 OFF ON ON
SW5 OFF OFF ON
Serial communications baud rate (SW6, SW7 & SW8)
19200 9600 2400 1200
SW6 OFF ON OFF ON
SW7 OFF OFF ON ON
SW8 OFF OFF OFF OFF
Serial communications hardware handshaking (SW9)
SW9 OFF Software handshaking only
SW9 ON Hardware handshaking enabled (RTS/CTS)
Compatibility mode (SW10 - select before powering on)
SW10 OFF AV200 mode (RS232 enabled)
SW10 ON AV100 mode (RS232 disabled)
Important
• It is essential that the source PC, all AVU6004A/AVU6008A modules and
all connected displays are configured to use the same serial communication
settings. The AVU6001A, AVU6011A and AVU6111A modules all auto-sense
the serial configuration and do not need to be set.
• When switches SW2 to SW10 are all OFF, the module is set to expect the
following serial port configuration: 19200 baud, 8-bit data byte, 1 stop bit,
no parity checking, software handshake.

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Operation
In operation, the Wizard MultiMedia Plus modules are designed to be as
transparent - high quality video and audio signals from the source PC system are
distributed to the various display units and control signals are similarly routed
back to the system.
Indicators
All Wizard MultiMedia Plus modules are equipped with two indicators to confirm
operation and, if necessary, assist with quick troubleshooting of potential
problems.
The indicators are located on one of the end panels, near to the LINK port and
operate as follows:
• GREEN When lit, indicates the presence of a video input into the module.
• RED Indicates the following states:
• Slow flash (once every second) AVU6004A and AVU6008A only
- module is in upgrade mode
• Continually lit - module is operating normally with its serial ports
enabled.
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Indicator positions on
AVU6004A and AVU6008A
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Indicator positions on
AVU6001A, AVU6011A and
AVU6111A units