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User Manual
Radian Video Wall Processor
VWP-2040 VWX-2110 VCC-HD-4 VCC-SD-HD-3 VWS-2002
VWP-2090 VGC-HDMI-2-4 VCC-HD-4D VCC-SDI-4 VWS-2003
VWP-2110 VGC-HDMI-2K-4 VCC-HD-4H VCC-SDI-SD-HD3
VWX-2090 VCC-DP-2 VCC-SD-HD-A-2 VWS-2001
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FCC and IC RFI Statements
Federal Communications Commission and Industry Canada Radio Frequency Interference
Statements
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy, and if not installed and used properly,
that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio
communication. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in
accordance with the specifications in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide
reasonable protection against such interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference, in which case the user at his own
expense will be required to take whatever measures may be necessary to correct the interference.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emission from digital apparatus set out
in the Radio Interference Regulation of Industry Canada.
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux
appareils numériques de la classe A prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique publié par
Industrie Canada.
Disclaimer:
Black Box Corporation shall not be liable for damages of any kind, including, but not limited to, punitive, consequential or cost of cover
damages, resulting from any errors in the product information or specifications set forth in this document and Black Box Corporation may
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NOM Statement
Instrucciones de Seguridad
(Normas Oficiales Mexicanas Electrical Safety Statement)
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.
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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Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions
To prevent damage to your Radian Video Wall Processor product or injury to personnel operating the
equipment, please read the following safety precautions prior to operation. These instructions should be made
available to all who will use and operate Radian Video Wall Processor products.
Power Supply
All Radian Video Wall Processor products require a power supply. This power supply must be disconnected
when equipment is being upgraded or relocated.
Cables
Do not expose cables to any liquids; doing so may cause a short circuit, which could damage the equipment.
Do not place heavy objects on top of any cables, because this can cause damage and possibly lead to exposed
live wires.
Ventilation
All computer equipment should be located in a well ventilated area. Keep all ventilation holes on the computer
casing clear of any obstruction at all times. Failure to do so will result in the system overheating and damaging
your equipment.
Working Environment
Locate the equipment in an environment free from dust, moisture, and extreme changes in temperature and
place it on a stable and solid work surface. Do not place liquids (hot/cold drinks etc) near the equipment
because spillage could cause serious damage.
Gas/Flammable Liquids
Never use electronic equipment in the presence of gas or any flammable liquid, doing so could result in an
explosion or serious fire.
Smoke/Unusual Smells
If you notice smoke or unusual smells being emitted from your computer, turn it off and unplug the system
from the power supply. The system should then be passed to a qualified technician for inspection. Continued
operation could result in personal injury and damage to property.
Maintenance
Only competent technicians should perform maintenance on the Radian Video Wall Processor. Return any
Radian Video Wall Processor plug-in cards that are physically damaged to Black Box Corporation.
Disposal
At the end of life, dispose of all Radian Video Wall Processor products according to local laws and regulations.
Rackmount Safety Instructions
Temperature
If you plan to install Radian Video Wall Processor systems in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, make sure the
amount of air flow required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised. Maintain the operating
ambient temperature of the rack environment below 35 degrees centigrade under all conditions. Appropriate
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Safety Instructions
Mechanical Loading
Mount the equipment in the rack so that uneven mechanical loading does not cause a hazard.
Circuit Overloading
Consider the connection of the equipment to the power supply circuit and the effect that overloading of the
supply might have on any overcurrent protection or supply wiring. Be sure to consider appropriate equipment
nameplate ratings.
Reliable Earthing
Maintain reliable earthing of all rack-mounted equipment. Pay attention to supply connections other than direct
connections to the branch circuit (for example, when you are using power strips).
Replaceable Batteries
WARNING:
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Dispose of used batteries according to the local laws/regulations and manufacturer’s instructions.
User Manual
This full user manual/installation guide can be downloaded from the Black Box Web site.
To download from the Web site:
1. Go to www.blackbox.com
2. Enter the part number in the search box.
3. Click on the product in the “Product Results” page.
4. Click on the “Support” tab on the product page,and select the document you wish to download.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1. Specifications.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................10
1.1 Radian Video Wall Processor Chassis, VWP-2040, VWP-2090, VWP-2110.........................................................................10
1.2 Video Graphics Card (VGC-HDMI-2-4): HDMI Graphics Card, Up to 4K Resolution ..................................................12
1.3 Video Graphics Card (VGC-HDMI-2K-4): HDMI Graphics card, Up to 2K Resolution................................................13
1.4 Video Capture Card (VCC-SD-HD-A-2): (1) HD Channel + (1) SD Channel + AM2 + Cable, Full Height ....14
1.5 Video Capture Card (VCC-SD-HD-3): (2) HD Channels + (1) SD Channel, Full Height..............................................15
1.6 Video Capture Card (VCC-SDI-SD-HD-3): (1) HD Channel + (1) HD-SDI Channel + (1) SD Channel,
Full Height.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................16
1.7 Video Capture Card (VCC-HD-4): (4) Channel DVI/RGB/HD Capture Card........................................................................17
1.8 Video Capture Card (VCC-DP-2): (2) Channel DisplayPort 4K Capture Card ...................................................................18
1.9 Video Capture Card (VCC-HD-4-H): (4) Channel HD Capture Card with (2) HDMI Splitter Cables.............19
1.10 Video Capture Card (VCC-HD-4-D): (4) Channel HD Capture Card with (2) DVI Splitter Cables...................20
1.11 Video Capture Card (VCC-SDI-4): (4) Channel 3G-SDI Capture Card......................................................................................21
1.12 Video Capture Card (VCC-STREAM): Dedicated Decoding Card ...............................................................................................22
2. Overview ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................23
2.1 Introduction.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................23
2.2 Features...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................23
2.3 Available Components ......................................................................................................................................................................................................24
2.4 What's Included.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................25
2.4.1 VWP-2040 ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................25
2.4.2 VWP-2090........................................................................................................................................................................................................................25
2.4.3 VWP-2110.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................25
2.4.4 Radian Video Wall Processor Cards.........................................................................................................................................................25
2.5 Hardware Description ........................................................................................................................................................................................................26
2.5.1 VWP-2040 ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................26
2.5.2 VWP-2090........................................................................................................................................................................................................................29
2 . 5 . 3 V W P -2110 .........................................................................................................................................................................................................................31
2.5.4 Video Graphics and Capture Cards .........................................................................................................................................................32
2.5.5 Cables and Adapters.............................................................................................................................................................................................33
3. Onboard Graphics Adapter......................................................................................................................................................................................................34
3.1 Video Graphics Card BIOS (VWP-2090 or VWP-2110)..........................................................................................................................34
3.2 Using the Onboard Graphics Adapter for the VWP-2040................................................................................................................35
3.2.1 Onboard Graphics Adapter used as Control Screen (VWP-2040)................................................................................35
3.2.2 Onboard Graphics Adapter Disabled (VWP-2040) ....................................................................................................................35
3.3 Using the Onboard Graphics Adapter for the VWP-2090 or VWP-2110.............................................................................36
3.3.1 Onboard Graphics Adapter used as Control Screen (VWP-2090 or VWP-2110).............................................36
3.3.2 Onboard Graphics Adapter Disabled (VWP-2090 or VWP-2110).................................................................................37
4. Hardware Installation.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................38
4.1 V WP-2040......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................38
4.2 VWP-2090 Backplane Layout......................................................................................................................................................................................38
4.3 Connecting the VWX-2090 Expansion Chassis to VWP-2090 Radian Video Wall Processor Chassis......40
4.4 VWP-2110 Backplane Layout.......................................................................................................................................................................................42
4.5 Connecting the VWX-2100 Expansion Chassis to VWP-2110 Radian Video Wall Processor Chassis........45

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5. Software Overview............................................................................................................................................................................................................................47
5.1 V WS-2001 ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................47
5.2 Video Capture Card Software.....................................................................................................................................................................................48
6. Filter Maintenance (VWP-2090 or VWP-2110) .........................................................................................................................................................50
Appendix A. Installing the Video Graphics Card (VGC-HDMI-2-4 or VGC-HDMI-2K-4) ..............................................................51
A.1 Introduction.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................51
A.2 Features...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................51
A.3 Installing the Video Graphics Card ........................................................................................................................................................................52
A.3.1 Installing the Display Drivers..........................................................................................................................................................................53
A.3.2 Installing Additional Video Graphics Cards .....................................................................................................................................53
A.4 Video Graphics Card Video BIOS ............................................................................................................................................................................53
A.5 Card Ordering.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................55
A.6 Multi-Screen Configuration ...........................................................................................................................................................................................57
A.7 Defining Custom Modes..................................................................................................................................................................................................60
A.8 Screen Order...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................60
Appendix B. Installing the Video Capture Cards..........................................................................................................................................................61
B.1 Video Capture Card (VCC-SD-HD-A-2)................................................................................................................................................................62
B.1.1 Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................62
B.1.2 Hardware Overview ................................................................................................................................................................................................62
B.1.3 What's Included .........................................................................................................................................................................................................63
B.1.4 Installing the Video Capture Card (VCC-SD-HD-A-2) ...............................................................................................................63
B.1.5 How to Connect Input Sources...................................................................................................................................................................64
B.1.6 Installing Multiple Cards .....................................................................................................................................................................................66
B.1.7 Firmware Upgrades.................................................................................................................................................................................................67
B.1.8 Software Installation ..............................................................................................................................................................................................67
B.2 Video Capture Card (VCC-SD-HD-3) .....................................................................................................................................................................67
B.2.1 Introduction...................................................................................................................................................................................................................67
B.2.2 Hardware Overview................................................................................................................................................................................................68
B.2.3 What's Included ........................................................................................................................................................................................................68
B.2.4 Installing the Capture Card.............................................................................................................................................................................68
B.2.5 How to Connect Input Sources..................................................................................................................................................................69
B.2.6 Installing Multiple Cards ....................................................................................................................................................................................71
B.2.7 Firmware Upgrades................................................................................................................................................................................................72
B.2.8 Software Installation..............................................................................................................................................................................................72
B.3 Video Capture Card (VCC-SDI-SD-HD-3)...........................................................................................................................................................73
B.3.1 Introduction...................................................................................................................................................................................................................73
B.3.2 Hardware Overview ...............................................................................................................................................................................................73
B.3.3 What's Included ........................................................................................................................................................................................................74
B.3.4 Installing the Capture Card.............................................................................................................................................................................74
B.3.5 How to Connect Input Sources..................................................................................................................................................................75
B.3.6 Installing Multiple Cards ....................................................................................................................................................................................78
B.3.7 Firmware Upgrades................................................................................................................................................................................................78
B.3.8 Software Installation..............................................................................................................................................................................................79
B.4 Video Capture Card (VCC-HD-4)...............................................................................................................................................................................80
B.4.1 Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................80
B.4.2 Hardware Overview................................................................................................................................................................................................80
B.4.3 What's Included.........................................................................................................................................................................................................81

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B.4.4 Installing the Capture Card.............................................................................................................................................................................81
B.4.5 How to Connect Input Sources ..................................................................................................................................................................82
B.4.6 Installing Multiple Cards.....................................................................................................................................................................................83
B.4.7 Firmware Upgrades................................................................................................................................................................................................84
B.5 Video Capture Card (VCC-DP-2)................................................................................................................................................................................84
B.5.1 Introduction...................................................................................................................................................................................................................84
B.5.2 Hardware Overview................................................................................................................................................................................................85
B.5.3 What's Included ........................................................................................................................................................................................................85
B.5.4 Installing the Capture Card.............................................................................................................................................................................85
B.5.5 How to Connect Input Sources..................................................................................................................................................................86
B.5.6 Installing Multiple Cards ....................................................................................................................................................................................87
B.5.7 Firmware Upgrades................................................................................................................................................................................................88
B.6 Video Capture Card (VCC-HD-4-H or VCC-HD-4-D)...............................................................................................................................89
B.6.1 Introduction...................................................................................................................................................................................................................89
B.6.2 Hardware Overview................................................................................................................................................................................................89
B.6.3 What's Included ........................................................................................................................................................................................................90
B.6.4 Installing the Capture Card.............................................................................................................................................................................90
B.6.5 How to Connect Input Sources ..................................................................................................................................................................91
B.6.6 Installing Multiple Cards.....................................................................................................................................................................................92
B.6.7 Firmware Upgrades................................................................................................................................................................................................93
B.7 Video Capture Card (VCC-SDI-4) ..............................................................................................................................................................................93
B.7.1 Introduction....................................................................................................................................................................................................................93
B.7.2 Hardware Overview ................................................................................................................................................................................................94
B.7.3 What's Included .........................................................................................................................................................................................................94
B.7.4 Installing the Capture Card..............................................................................................................................................................................94
B.7.5 How to Connect Input Sources...................................................................................................................................................................95
B.7.6 Installing Multiple Cards .....................................................................................................................................................................................96
B.7.7 Firmware Upgrades.................................................................................................................................................................................................97
B.8 Video Capture Card (VCC-STREAM), Dedicated Decoding Card.................................................................................................97
B.8.1 Introduction...................................................................................................................................................................................................................97
B.8.2 Hardware Overview ...............................................................................................................................................................................................97
B.8.3 Installing VCC-STREAM Cards.......................................................................................................................................................................98
B.8.4 IP Addressing............................................................................................................................................................................................................100
B.8.5 Software Overview...............................................................................................................................................................................................101
B.8.6 Troubleshooting......................................................................................................................................................................................................102
Appendix C: Installing the Expansion Chassis..............................................................................................................................................................103
Appendix D: Radian Video Wall Processor Software Capabilities.............................................................................................................104

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1. Specifications
1.1 Radian Video Wall Processor Chassis, VWP-2040, VWP-2090, VWP-2110
Motherboard
Type VWP-2040: ASUS Z97-WS-LGA 1150 Intel®ATX;
VWP-2090, VWP-2110: SBC4, Portwell ROBOB112 Q87
Processor VWP-2040: Intel Core i5 Haswell processor;
VWP-2090, VWP-2110: Intel Core i7 477os
Clock Speed 3.1 GHz
Memory 16 GB RAM
Ethernet VWP-2040:
Dual 10/100/1000BASE-T PCI Express x1 interface based Gb Ethernet;
Dual RJ-45 connectors with (2) LED indicators;
VWP-2090, VWP-2110:
Dual 10/100/1000BASE-T
On-board Graphics VWP-2040: DisplayPort or HDMI connection;
WVP-2090, WVP-2110: DVI connection for control screen
RS-232 For control
Disk Storage
HDD (2) Western Digital RED 750 GB
Optical Drive DVD/RW combo drive
Connectivity
USB VWP-2040: No;
VWP-2090, VWP-2110:
(2) USB 3.0 on back panel;
(6) USB 2.0 connectors, (2) front, (2) back, (2) internal*
NOTE: Internal ports are used for security dongles.
Operating System
Windows Ultimate 64 bit
Backplane/Expansion
Backplane VWP-2090, VWP-2110: 3rd generation PCIe switched fabric;
VWP-2090:(1) x8 slot, 8-Gbps uplink and downlink,
(8) x4 slots, 4 Gbps uplink and downlink;
VWP-2110: (11) x8 slots, 8-Gbps uplink and downlink
Expansion VWP-2040:
(4) PCIe 3.0/2.0 connectors;
(16) dual x16 or x16/x8/x8 or (8) quad,
Factory configured for (4) x8 slots

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1.1 Radian Video Wall Processor Chassis, VWP-2040, VWP-2090, VWP-2110 (continued)
Power
Type
Consumption VWP-2040: 600 watts;
VWP-2090: 600 watts;
VWP-2110: 800 watts
Environment
Operating Temperature 32 to 95° F (w0 to 35° C)
Storage Temperature -4 to +158° F (-20 to +70° C)
Relative Humidity 5 to 90%, noncondensing
Noise 48.6 dB (A) up to 67.9 dB (A)
Physical
Indicators (1) PWR LED (red)
Number of Card Slots VWP-2040: (4);
VWP-2090: (9);
V W P -2110 : (11)
Dimensions 6.8"H x 19"W x 19.7"D (17.5 x 48.2 x 50 cm), Including handles
Weight Product: 41.8–55 lb. (19–25 kg);
Shipping: 66–72.6 lb. (30–33 kg)
Compliance VWP-2040: CE, RoHS;
VWP-2090, VWP-2110: FCC, CE, RoHS, UL, CCC

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1.2 Video Graphics Card (VGC-HDMI-2-4): HDMI Graphics Card, Up to 4K Resolution
Card Format PCI Express x16 Mechanical, x8 Electrical (Gen. 3)
Card Size 110mm x 177mm (incl heat sink)
Maximum Effective Transfer
Rate
5.5 GB/s sustained from these capture cards
Maximum Color Depth 8-bit per component
Maximum Cards per System 6 (24 display channels)
Graphic Card Memory 8GB
Currrent (maximum) 3.3 V @ 0.6A;
12 V @ 4A
Maximum Thermal Power 50W
Operating Temperature 32 to 96° F (0 to 35° C)
Storage Temperature -4 to +158° F (-20 to +70° C)
Relative Humidity 5 to 90%, noncondensing
MTBF Over 80,000 hours
HDCP Support 2.2
Max Output Resolution 3840 x 2160 at 60Hz (max 594 MP/s) per channel

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1.3 Video Graphics Card (VGC-HDMI-2K-4): HDMI Graphics Card, Up to 2K Resolution
Card Format PCI Express x16 Mechanical, x8 Electrical (Gen. 3)
Card Size 110mm x 177mm (incl heat sink)
Maximum Effective Transfer
Rate
5.5 GB/s sustained from these capture cards
Maximum Color Depth 8-bit per component
Maximum Cards per System 8 cards providing up to 32 HD channels
Graphic Card Memory 8GB
Currrent (maximum) 3.3 V @ 0.6A;
12 V @ 4 A
Maximum Thermal Power 50W
Operating Temperature 32 to 96° F (0 to 35° C)
Storage Temperature -4 to +158° F (-20 to +70° C)
Relative Humidity 5 to 90%, noncondensing
MTBF Over 80,000 hours
HDCP Support 2.2
Maximum Output Resolution 2560 x 1600 @ 60 Hz

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1.4 Video Capture Card (VCC-SD-HD-A-2): (1) HD Channel + (1) SD Channel + AM2 + Cable,
Full Height
Physical
Connectors Main board: DVI-I, RCA female;
Audio board: HD15 male, used to connect audio breakout cable (included):
Stereo line in: (2) RCA;
Stereo balanced in:(2) XLR;
Stereo line out: (2) RCA
For connection to main board: 16-way header
Performance
HDMI Capture • Supports HDMI 1.3 to 225 MHz (including deep color modes);
• Audio streaming source: HDMI audio;
• TMDS equalizer supports up to 20 m cables
DVI Capture • Supports DVI 1.0 RGB 24-bit capture to 165 MHz;
• TMDS equalizer supports up to 20 m cables
VGA/YPbPr Capture Sampling: Triple ADCs up to 170 Msps,
Full 4:4:4, 8 bits per color;
Formats: 5-wire, 4-wire, or sync-on-green signal
Composite Video
Capture
Sampling: CCIR601, automatically detects PAL, NTSC, SECAM formats
Audio Capture Stereo Line-In/Stereo balanced inputs with programmable gain (±12 dB);
16-bit sampling at 44.1/48/96 kHz;
Analog stereo line-out for direct passthrough of selected input at up to 64 kHz
sampling, sourced from analog input or HDMI channel;
Analog stereo line-out for direct passthrough of selected input at up to 64 kHz
sampling, sourced from analog input or HDMI channel
Video Capture
Memory
256 MB high-bandwidth frame buffer supports triple buffering of HD and SD video;
Local storage of complex scatter-gather tables for DMA engine (eliminates read
overhead)
Video Processing Polyphase FIR scaling engine (7x5) for hardward downscaling and and upscaling;
Color space conversion allows captured data to be transferred in any format:
• RGB: 16-bit (5:5:5, 5:6:5), 24-bit (8:8:8), or 32-bit (8:8:8 alpha,
• YUV: 16-bit (4:2:2)
• Mono: 8-bit
DMA Engine Direct DMA to physical or virtual memory buffers with full scatter-gather support;
DMA bandwidth: Up to 800 Mbps;
16 independent DMA streams: Any mix of HD and SD sources, color space, cropping,
and scaling parameters
Operating System
Support
Windows®XP, Windows Server 2003/2008/2012, Windows Vista, Windows 7/8, and
LInux support
Environmental
Operating
Temperature
32 to 96° F (0 to 35° C)
Storage Temperature -4 to +158° F (-20 to +70° C)
Relative Humidity 5 to 90%, noncondensing

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1.5 Video Capture Card (VCC-SD-HD-3): (2) HD channels + (1) SD Channel, Full Height
Physical
Connectors Main board: (2) DVI-I, (1) RCA female
Performance
HDMI Capture • Supports HDMI 1.3 to 225 MHz (including deep color modes);
• Audio streaming source: HDMI audio;
• TMDS equalizer supports up to 20 m cables
DVI Capture • Supports DVI 1.0 RGB 24-bit capture to 165 MHz;
• TMDS equalizer supports up to 20 m cables
VGA/YPbPr Capture Sampling: Triple ADCs up to 170 Msps,
Full 4:4:4, 8 bits per color;
Formats: 5-wire, 4-wire, or sync-on-green signal
Composite Video
Capture
Sampling: CCIR601, automatically detects PAL, NTSC, SECAM formats
Audio Capture Stereo Line-In/Stereo balanced inputs with programmable gain (±12 dB);
16-bit sampling at 44.1/48/96 kHz;
Analog stereo line-out for direct passthrough of selected input at up to 64 kHz
sampling, sourced from analog input or HDMI channel;
Analog stereo line-out for direct passthrough of selected input at up to 64 kHz
sampling, sourced from analog input or HDMI channel
Video Capture
Memory
256 MB high-bandwidth frame buffer supports triple buffering of HD and SD video;
Local storage of complex scatter-gather tables for DMA engine (eliminates read over-
head)
Video Processing Polyphase FIR scaling engine (7x5) for hardward downscaling and and upscaling;
Color space conversion allows captured data to be transferred in any format:
• RGB: 16-bit (5:5:5, 5:6:5), 24-bit (8:8:8), or 32-bit (8:8:8 alpha),
• YUV: 16-bit (4:2:2)
• Mono: 8-bit
DMA Engine Direct DMA to physical or virtual memory buffers with full scatter-gather support;
DMA bandwidth: Up to 800 Mbps;
16 independent DMA streams: Any mix of HD and SD sources, color space, cropping,
and scaling parameters
Operating System
Support
Windows®XP, Windows Server 2003/2008/2012, Windows Vista, Windows 7/8, and
LInux support
Power
Currrent (maximum) 1 A @ 12 V;
1 A @ 3.3 V
Thermal Dissipation 15.5 W
Environmental
Operating
Temperature
32 to 96° F (0 to 35° C)
Storage Temperature -4 to +158° F (-20 to +70° C)
Relative Humidity 5 to 90%, noncondensing

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1.6 Video Capture Card (VCC-SDI-SD-HD-3): (1) HD Channel + (1) HD-SDI Channel +
(1) SD Channel, Full Height
Physical
Board Format Main board: (4) PCI-Express half-length, full-height card, 4.3" x 6.7" (11 x 17 cm)
Connectors (1) DVI-I, (1) RCA, (2) BNC
Indicators (1) input LED (green);
(1) Loopthrough output LED (blue)
Performance
HDMI Capture • Supports HDMI 1.3 to 225 MHz (including deep color modes);
• Audio streaming source: HDMI audio;
• TMDS equalizer supports up to 20 m cables
DVI Capture • Supports DVI 1.0 RGB 24-bit capture to 165 MHz;
• TMDS equalizer supports up to 20 m cables
VGA/YPbPr Capture Sampling: Triple ADCs up to 170 Msps,
Full 4:4:4, 8 bits per color;
Formats: 5-wire, 4-wire, or sync-on-green signal
Composite Video
Capture
Sampling: CCIR601, automatically detects PAL, NTSC, SECAM formats
SDI Capture SD-SDI: 480i/576i; HD-SDI: Up to 1080i; 3G-SDI: Up to 1080p;;Digital cinema modes: 2
K;Audio streaming source: SDI audio
Analog Audio Capture Balanced and unbalanced analog audio capture (through optional audio module)
Video Capture
Memory
256 MB high-bandwidth frame buffer supports triple buffering of HD and SD video;
Local storage of complex scatter-gather tables for DMA engine (eliminates read
overhead)
Video Processing Polyphase FIR scaling engine (7x5) for hardward downscaling and and upscaling;
Color space conversion allows captured data to be transferred in any format:
• RGB: 16-bit (5:5:5, 5:6:5), 24-bit (8:8:8), or 32-bit (8:8:8 alpha),
• YUV: 16-bit (4:2:2)
• Mono: 8-bit
DMA Engine Direct DMA to physical or virtual memory buffers with full scatter-gather support;
DMA bandwidth: Up to 800 Mbps;
16 independent DMA streams: Any mix of HD and SD sources, color space, cropping,
and scaling parameters
Operating System
Support
Windows®XP, Windows Server 2003/2008/2012, Windows Vista, Windows 7/8, and
LInux support (not audio)
Power
Currrent (maximum) 0.5 A @ 12 V;
0.9 A @ 3.3 V
Thermal Dissipation 15.5 W (typical)
Environmental
Operating
Temperature
32 to 96° F (0 to 35° C)
Storage Temperature -4 to +158° F (-20 to +70° C)
Relative Humidity 5 to 90%, noncondensing

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1.7 Video Capture Card (VCC-HD-4): (4) channel DVI/RGB/HD Capture Card
Physical
Board Format Full-size, 8-lane PCIe 3.0 interface;
PCI Express card: 4.3" x 12.3" (11.1 x 31.2 cm)
Connectors (2) MDS59 high-density video connectors
Performance
Maximum Data Rate 800 Mbps badwidth per capture processor, 3.2 Gbps for the card
Video Sampling 24 bits per pixel/8:8:8 format
Video Capture Memory 256 MB high-bandwidth frame buffer supports triple buffered
Analog RGB Mode
Support
640 x 480, 800 x 600, 1024 x 768, 1280 x 1024, 1600 x 1200, 1920 x 1080,
1920 x 1200, and custom modes
DVI Single Link Mode
Support
640 x 480, 800 x 600, 1024 x 768, 1280 x 1024, 1600 x 1200, 1920 x 1080,
1920 x 1200, and custom modes
HD Modes 1080i, 1080p, 720p, 576p, 480p, and 480i using a Component DVI connector;
For HDCP support, contact Black Box Technical Support at 877-877-2269 or
[e-mail]
Input Mode Detection Automatically detects input modes in hardware, enabling tracking of mode changes
in the source signal. DirectShow streams are maintained at a fixed resolution across
mode changes.
Pixel Transfer Formats RGB: 5:5:5, 5:6:5, or 8:8:8 (24-bit/32-bit) pixels;
YUV: 4:2:2;
Mono: 8-bit
Update Rate User-defined, captured frame rate will match the source as long as the maximum
data rate (800 Mbps) is not exceeded.
Video Format Options Analog RGB plus HSync and VSync (5-wire);
Analog RGB with Composite Sync (4-wire);
Analog RGB with Sync on Green/YPbPr (3-wire);
DVI single link: HDMI 1.3
Operating System
Support
Windows®XP, Windows Server 2003/2008/2012, Windows Vista, Windows 7/8, and
LInux support (not audio)
Power
Currrent (maximum) 1.9 A @ 12 V;
1.5 A @ 3.3 V
Thermal Dissipation 31 W (typical)
Environmental
Operating Temperature 32 to 96° F (0 to 35° C)
Storage Temperature -4 to +158° F (-20 to +70° C)
Relative Humidity 5 to 90%, noncondensing

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1.8 Video Capture Card (VCC-DP-2): (2) Channel DisplayPort 4K Capture Card
Physical
Board Format PCIe x 8 plug-in card
Connectors Locking dual DisplayPort 1.2
Performance
Maximum Capture
Resolution
616 Mpps capture bandwidth per channel;
Captures up to 4096 x 2160p @ 60 Hz per input
Frame Buffer 768 MB
Input Mode Detection Decodes Main Stream Attribute (MSA) data to determine video geometry
Pixel Transfer Formats RGB: 5:5, 5:6:5 (16-bit) or 8:8:8 (24-bit);
YUV: 4:2:2 (16-bit);
Mono: 8-bit
Pixel Capture Format RGB with 18, 24 bits per pixel
Update Rate User-defined. Captured frame rate will match the source providing max. data rate
(6.4 Gbps) is not exceeded.
Multi-buffered to eliminate tearing artefacts
Operating System
Support
Windows®XP, Windows Server 2003/2008/2012, Windows Vista, Windows 7/8, and
LInux support (not audio)
Power
Currrent (maximum) 12 V @ 1.0 A
Thermal Dissipation 12 W
Environmental
Operating Temperature 32 to 96° F (0 to 35° C)
Storage Temperature -4 to +158° F (-20 to +70° C)
Relative Humidity 5 to 90%, noncondensing

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1.9 Video Capture Card (VCC-HD-4-H): (4) Channel HD Capture Card with (2) HDMI Splitter
Cables
Physical
Board Format 8-lane PCIe interface;
PCI Express card: 4.3" x 6.9" (11.0 x 17.7 cm), including heat sink
Connectors (2) DSM59 high-density video connectors plus (2) HDMI adapters
Performance
Update Rate Channels 1 and 3: 297 Mpps;
Channels 2 and 4: 165 Mpps
Maximum Capture
Resolution
Channels 1 and 3: (2) 3840 x 2160p @ 30 Hz;
Channels 2 and 4: (2) 1920 x 1080p @ 60 Hz
Frame Buffer 768 MB
Pixel Transfer Formats RGB: 5:5:5, 5:6:5, or 8:8:8 (24-bit/32-bit);
YUV: 4:2:2;
Mono: 8-bit
Video Modes HDMI 1.4, HDMI 1.3, DVI
Operating System
Support
Windows®XP, Windows Server 2003/2008/2012, Windows Vista, Windows 7/8/8.1, and
LInux support (not audio)
Power
Currrent (maximum) 3.3 V @ 0.45 A;
12 V @ 0.85 A
Thermal Dissipation 18 W, maximum
Environmental
Operating Temperature 32 to 96° F (0 to 35° C)
Storage Temperature -4 to +158° F (-20 to +70° C)
Relative Humidity 5 to 90%, noncondensing

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1.10 Video Capture Card (VCC-HD-4-D): (4) Channel HD Capture Card with (2) DVI Splitter
Cables
Physical
Board Format 8-lane PCIe interface;
PCI Express card: 4.3" x 6.9" (11.0 x 17.7 cm), including heat sink
Connectors (2) DSM59 high-density video connectors plus (2) DVI adapters
Performance
Update Rate Channels 1 and 3: 297 Mpps;
Channels 2 and 4: 165 Mpps
Maximum Capture
Resolution
Channels 1 and 3: (2) 3840 x 2160p @ 30 Hz;
Channels 2 and 4: (2) 1920 x 1080p @ 60 Hz
Frame Buffer 768 MB
Pixel Transfer Formats RGB: 5:5:5, 5:6:5, or 8:8:8 (24-bit/32-bit);
YUV: 4:2:2;
Mono: 8-bit
Video Modes HDMI 1.4, HDMI 1.3, DVI
Operating System
Support
Windows®XP, Windows Server 2003/2008/2012, Windows Vista, Windows 7/8/8.1, and
LInux support (not audio)
Power
Currrent (maximum) 3.3 V @ 0.45 A;
12 V @ 0.85 A
Thermal Dissipation 18 W, maximum
Environmental
Operating Temperature 32 to 96° F (0 to 35° C)
Storage Temperature -4 to +158° F (-20 to +70° C)
Relative Humidity 5 to 90%, noncondensing