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VX1000 Series Extender Scaling Receiver
VX-1003-RX
Scales the video from an CATx transmitter or
presentation switcher to a pre-defined resolution.

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FCC and IC RFI Statements/NOM Statement
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 manufac-
turer’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 emis-
sion from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulation
of Industry Canada.
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques
dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de classe A prescrites
dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique publié par Industrie Canada.
Normas Oficiales Mexicanas (NOM)
Electrical Safety Statement
INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD
1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas
antes de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado.
2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas
para referencia futura.
3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones
de operación deben ser respetadas.
4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas.

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NOM Statement
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.

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NOM Statement
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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Trademarks Used in this Manual
TRADEMARKS USED IN THIS MANUAL
Black Box and the Double Diamond logo are registered trademarks of
BB Technologies, Inc.
Blu-ray™is a trademark of Blu-ray Disc Association.
Any other trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowledged to be
the property of the trademark owners.
Important Safety Instructions
1. Do not expose this apparatus to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing water
and do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
2. Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another
confined space. Make sure the unit is well ventilated.
3. To prevent risk of electric shock or fire hazard caused by overheating, do not
obstruct the unit’s ventilation openings with newspapers, tablecloths,
curtains, and similar items.
4. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
5. Do not place sources of flames, such as lighted candles, on the unit.
6. Clean this apparatus only with a dry cloth.
7. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
8. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at
plugs.
9. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
10. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Disclaimer
Black Box Network Services 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 Network Services may revise this document at
any time without notice.

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1. Specifications........................................................................................ 7
2. Overview .............................................................................................. 9
2.1 Introduction ............................................................................... 9
2.2 Features...................................................................................... 9
2.3 What's Included ....................................................................... 10
2.4 Hardware Description.............................................................. 10
3. Initial Installation ................................................................................ 12

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Chapter 1: Specifications
1. Specifications
Scaling Receiver (VX-1003-RX) Specifications
Video
Connectors Input:
(1) RJ-45 CATx,
(1) 3.5-mm IR,
(2) RJ-45 (Ethernet) for passthrough or control,
(1) 3-position Phoenix connector (RS-232 (TX, RX, GND),
(1) USB Type A female (front);
Output:
(1) HDMI Out,
(1) 3.5-mm IR,
(1) RCA S/PDIF,
(1) 3-position Phoenix audio (left, right, ground)
Input/Output
Resolution
Support
Input: Up to 3840 x 2160 @30 Hz (UHD);
Output: UHD30: 3840 x 2160 @30 Hz;
FHD: 1920 x 1080 @60 Hz;
HD: 1280 x 720 @60 Hz;
WUXGA: 1920 x 1200 @60 Hz;
WXGA: 1280 x 800 @60 Hz
Maximum
Distance
Via CAT6a/7 cables:
Up to 328 feet (100 m) at 3840 x 2160 @30 Hz, 4:2:0,
or 1080p @60 Hz output resolution;
Via CAT5e/6 cables:
Up to 224 feet (70 m) at 3840 x 2160 @30 Hz;
Up to 328 feet (100 m) at 1080p @30 Hz resolution
Indicators
LEDs (5) front-panel LEDs:
(1) Power,
(1) Scaler,
(1) Status,
(1) HDCP,
(1) Link LED for CATx;
(4) back-panel LEDs on RJ-45 connectors:
(2) Link, (2) Status

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Chapter 1: Specifications
1. Specifications (continued)
Environment
Operating Temperature 32 to 113° F (0 to 45° C)
Storage Temperature -4 to +158° F (-20 to +70° C)
Humidity 10 to 90%, noncondensing
Power
Power Input 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 1.5 A
Input Connector Type IEC320, C14
Power Output 12 VDC, 3.0 A
Power Supply Cord Length 6 ft. (1.8 m)
Mechanical
Dimensions 0.98"H x 9.21"W x 5.67"D
(23.4 x 14.4 x 2.5 cm)

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Chapter 2: Overview
2. Overview
2.1 Introduction
The VX-1003-RX (VX1000 Series Extender Scaling Receiver - 4K, HDMI, CATx,
Audio) is a 4K CATx receiver with a 4K@30 Hz Scaler. It distributes
uncompressed UHD video, Ethernet, RS-232, and bidirectional IR together
up to 330 feet (100 m) over a single CAT6a/7 cable.
With a 4K @ 30 Hz scaler built in, the receiver combines the benefits of an
extended-distance CATx receiver with the capabilities of automatic display con-
trol by CEC or RS-232, volume adjustment, Ethernet switching, and optional
third-party control.
When used with a presentation switcher (AVSC-0401H), the scaling receiver
offers a multi-room AV switching system with video scaling that enables old
1080p and new 4K displays to show 4K sources simultaneously.
Use the scaling receiver in applications where high-quality video scaling to 4K
1080p down-scaling is required because of mix of displays in different aspect
ratios or preferred timing.
2.2 Features
• Via CAT6a/7 cables, the extenders support 4K @30 Hz up to 330 feet
(100 meters).
• Offers a single CATx cable solution that transmits 4K Audio/Video, RS-232,
Ethernet, and PoH power.
• Complies with HDMI 1.4 with 4K @ 30 Hz and HDCP 2.2.
• Supports USB-KVM control.
• Supports Power over CATx (PoC). The scaling receiver can send power to an
CATx Transmitter.
• Provides RS-232 passthrough.
• Manages EDID automatically.
• Cable termination follows IEEE-568B standards.

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Chapter 1: Specifications
2.3 What's Included
Your package should include the following items. If anything is missing
or damaged, contact Black Box Technical Support at 877-877-2269
or [e-mail].
VX-1003-RX:
• VX1000 Series Extender Transmitter - 4K, HDMI, CATx, Audio (VX-1001-TX)
• (1) VX-1003-RX Presentation Switcher Scaling Receiver
• (1) (1) 12-VDC, 1.5-A power supply with US, EU, UK, and AU power clips
• (2) IR sensors
• (2) mounting brackets
• This user manual
2.4 Hardware Description
Figures 2-1 and 2-2 show the front and back panels of the receiver. Table 2-1
describes its components.
1 2 3 4 5 6
Figure 2-1. Scaling Receiver front panel.
7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
Figure 2-2. Scaling Receiver back panel.

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Table 2-2. Receiver components.
Number Component Description
1Power LED ON: The receiver is powered on.
OFF: The receiver is powered off.
2Scaler LED ON: The receiver is scaling.
OFF: The receiver is not scaling.
3Status LED Blinking: The receiver is working properly.
OFF: The receiver is not working properly.
4HDCP LED ON: HDCP video is being transmitted.
Flashing quickly: Non-HDCP video is being
transmitted.
5Link LED ON: CATx link is normal.
OFF: No CATx link.
6USB Type A
connector
Used for firmware upgrades
7(1) Barrel
connector
Links to 12-VDC power input (optional).
8, 9 (1) RJ-45 port
and
(2) LEDs
RJ-45 port connects to an Ethernet device.
Speed LED (Amber)
Link/Activity LED (Green)
10 CATx IN Connects to CATx OUT port of CATx
transmitter.
11, 12 IR IN, IR OUT Infrared signal IN/OUT
13 HDMI OUT port Connects to an HDMI display device.
14 S/PDIF OUT Connects to audio OUT.
15 (1) 3-pin
terminal block
Connects to a audio OUT.
16 (1) 3-pin
terminal block
RS-232 serial control and passthough

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Chapter 3: Initial Installation
3. Initial Installation
1. Using quality HDMI cables, connect a CATx transmitter (VX-1001-TX,
VX-1002-TX) or presentation switcher (AVSC-0401H) to the CATx IN port
of the scaling receiver.
NOTE: Make sure that the source and display are 4K compatible if you are
attempting to transmit an Ultra HD signal—check that all devices are
correctly configured for input/output compatibility.
2. Connect a good quality, well-terminated CAT5e or higher cable between the
CATx OUT of the transmitter or switcher to the CATx IN of the VX-1003-RX
Scaling Receiver.
NOTE: The maximum transmission distances for the extenders are 230 feet
(70 meters) with CAT5e/CAT6 or 328 feet (100 meters) with
CAT6a/CAT7. This value applies to perfect transmission conditions—
including straight cable runs with no electrical interference, bends, kinks,
patch panels, or wall outlets.
If any of the above is a factor in your installation, transmission range may be
affected—avoid this where possible.
3. Connect the HDMI display device (LED/LCD display or projector) to the HDMI
OUT of the VX-1003-RX Scaling Receiver.
4. Connect the audio system to the S/PDIF OUT or Audio OUT port of the
VX-1003-R X.
NOTE: We strongly recommend using the supplied mounting brackets to secure
the receiver to a flat surface behind/near the display device.
Sudden movement of these devices could lead to loss of picture/sound
if connections loosen or strain, resulting in unnecessary service call-backs.
4. Connect the included 12-VDC power supply to the VX-1001-TX Transmitter or
AVSC-0401H Presenatation Switcher and power it on. The PoH function car-
ries power along the length of the cable one way to power the Receiver. No
additional power supply is required at the display end of the cable run.
Power, Status, and HDCP, and Link LEDs illuminated on transmitter/switcher and
scaling receiver units indicates a successful connection. An HDCP light illustrates
the presence of encryption within the signal. The Power and Link LEDs are static
lights. The Status LED should be blinking.

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CATx
Audio
USB
CATx
Fiber
HDMI
CATx
Document
camera
PC
VGA IN
HDMI IN
Ethernet
VX1000 Series Extender
Wallplate Transmitter -
4K, HDMI, VGA, CATx, USB
(VX-1002-TX)
Presentation Switcher
Scaling Receiver
(VX-1003-RX)
Keypad
Audio
system
CATx
RS-232
Ethernet
Ethernet
switch
Projector
HDMI RS-232
RS-232
Figure 3-1. Installation diagram.

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