Black Box AVX-VGA-WI User manual

AVX-VGA-WI
BLACK BOX®
Transform your wired projector into a high-end
wireless projector.
Includes plug-and-show, and 4-to-1 split screen.
Micro Wireless VGA Presentation Tool
AVX-VGA-WI
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Trademarks Used in this Manual
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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.

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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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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
AC1132A vs. AVX-VGA-WI Comparison Chart.......................................................................................................................... 6
Quick Start Guide .........................................................................................................................................................7
1. Specifications ....................................................................................................................................................... 11
2. Overview ....................................................................................................................................................... 12
2.1 Introduction................................................................................................................................................. 12
2.2 Features....................................................................................................................................................... 12
2.3 What’s Included .......................................................................................................................................... 13
2.4 Hardware Description.................................................................................................................................. 14
3. Windows Client Utility ............................................................................................................................................... 15
3.1 Starting Program ......................................................................................................................................... 15
3.2 Login ....................................................................................................................................................... 15
3.3 Main User Interface ..................................................................................................................................... 16
3.4 Screen Projection......................................................................................................................................... 16
3.5 Menu Description........................................................................................................................................ 17
3.5.1 Show Login Code........................................................................................................................... 18
3.5.2 Open Admin Web Page ................................................................................................................. 18
3.5.3 Wi-Fi AP-Client Configuration ........................................................................................................ 19
3.5.4 Searching Server............................................................................................................................. 19
3.5.5 Projection Source............................................................................................................................ 20
3.5.6 Auto Wi-Fi Connect ....................................................................................................................... 20
3.5.7 Auto Power Manager..................................................................................................................... 20
3.5.8 Hide UI ........................................................................................................................................... 21
3.5.9 Advanced Screen Capture .............................................................................................................. 21
3.5.10 Make WPS Token ........................................................................................................................... 22
3.5.11 Copy Application to Desktop.......................................................................................................... 24
3.5.12 Hotkeys .......................................................................................................................................... 23
3.5.13 About............................................................................................................................................. 25
3.5.14 Exit ................................................................................................................................................. 26
4. Mac Client Utility ....................................................................................................................................................... 27
4.1 Launch Application...................................................................................................................................... 27
4.2 Main User Interface ..................................................................................................................................... 28
4.3 Screen Projection......................................................................................................................................... 29
5. Web Management.....................................................................................................................................................30
5.1 Home Page..................................................................................................................................................30
5.2 Download Software ....................................................................................................................................30
5.3 Login Web Admin ....................................................................................................................................... 32
5.3.1 System Status..........................................................................................................................32
5.3.2 Network Setup....................................................................................................................... 34
5.3.3 OSD Setup ..............................................................................................................................35
5.3.4 Projection Setup..................................................................................................................... 36
5.3.5 Change Passwords ......................................................................................................................... 37
5.3.6 Reset to Default.............................................................................................................................. 37

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Table of Contents/AC1132A vs. AVX-VGA-WI Comparison Chart
Table of Contents (Continued)
5.3.7 Firmware Upgrade..........................................................................................................................38
5.3.8 Reboot System ...............................................................................................................................40
5.3.9 Logout............................................................................................................................................40
6. Screen Image Background Maker .............................................................................................................................. 41
NOTE: The AVX-VGA-WI is similar to the AC1132A, Wireless Presentation System (another Black Box product). The
chart below compares the two products.
AC1132A vs. AVX-VGA-WI Comparison Chart.
Image
Product Code AC1132 A AVX-VGA-WI
Web Interface Yes Yes
Active Connections 256 256
Streaming HD Video (buffered) Yes No
4-to-1 Projection (quad screen) Yes Yes
1-to-4 Projection (1 laptop to 4 WPS units) Yes No
Conference Control Yes No
Audio Support Yes (Windows only) No
Mobishow Download for PDA/Win Module 5.0 Yes No
DHCP Server Options Yes Yes
Gatekeeper Options Yes No
Set Background Yes Yes
Screen Resolutions
800 x 600
1024 x 768
1280 x 768
1280 x 800
800 x 600
1024 x 768
1280 x 768
1280 x 800
Connect to Existing AP Yes Yes
Wireless Standard 802.11b/g/n 802.11b/g/n
RJ-45 Network Connection Yes No
Projection Quality Controls Yes No
Product Size 4.6"H x 5.5"W x 1.06"D
(11.7 x 14 x 2.7 cm)
3.75"H x 1.53"W x 0.88"D
(9.52 x 3.89 x 2.24 cm)
Product Weight 0.62 lb. (0.28 g) 0.12 lb. (0.05 kg)
Antennas (2) -2 dBi dipole antennas (external) None

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Quick Start Guide
Quick Start Guide
1. Plug the AVX-VGA-WI into a projector’s VGA port and power up the projector. See Figures QS-1 and QS-2.
VGA connector
Power LED
Figure QS-1. AVX-VGA-WI.
AVX-VGA-WI
Projector
Figure QS-2. Connect the AVX-VGA-WI to the projector.

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2. Power on the AVX-VGA-WI box.
When the projector shows the default menu on the screen as below, it indicates the AVX-VGA-WI unit is ready.
Figure QS-3. Default menu.
3. Make sure your PC WLAN is already enabled, and connect your PC with the AVX-VGA-WI unit.
4. Open your browser and it will redirect to the WPS home page automatically, or you can enter the IP address to access the
Micro Wireless VGA Presentation Tool’s Web home page.
The default IP address of the AVX-VGA-WI is 192.168.100.10, or refer to the IP address shown on the left corner of the projector
screen.
Figure QS-4. Home page.

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Quick Start Guide
5. Download the client software (Figure QS-5). Then select the “Win7/Windows Vista/ XP/2000” or “Mac Utility“ and execute
the installation program (Figure QS-6).
After installing the program, you will see the Micro Wireless VGA Presentation Tool shortcut on the PC screen (Figure QS-6).
Figure QS-5. Download.
Figure QS-6. Run or Save dialog box and WPS shortcut icon.
6. Make sure your personal firewall allows the AVX-VGA-WI software to pass through.
7. Select the projection device.

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8. Enter the Login Code that is found on the projector screen (if required) (Figure QS-7).
Figure QS-7. Login code on projector screen.
9. Click the “Play” button to start projection (Figure QS-8).
Figure QS-8. Start projection screen.