Contec FlexNetViewer RP-VL-R-02 User manual

FlexNetViewer
FlexNetViewer HD
Video Transmitter Over Ethernet
RP-VL-S-02
Video Receiver Over Ethernet
RP-VL-R-02
User’s Guide
CONTEC CO.,LTD.

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Check Your Package
Thank you for purchasing this CONTEC product.
The product package contains the items listed below.
Check the contents of the product package. If you discover any damaged or missing items, contact the
distributor.
Contents
- Unit (One of RP-VL-S-02, RP-VL-R-02) …1 - First step guide …1
- AC adapter …1 - AC cable *1 ...1
- Rubber feet ...4 - DC plug attachment …1
- Cable tie [RP-VL-S-02 only] …1 - M3 screw …1
- Ferrite core [RP-VL-S-02 only]…1 - Warranty Certificate…1
- Serial number label…1
*1 Use the AC cable conformed to your area standards.
CAUTION
The main unit management utility to remotely (via LAN) perform settings for this products (IP
addresses, etc.) can be downloaded (free of charge) from our website. The image transfer utility
software to make your computer a transmitter or receiver is sold separately.

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Copyright
Copyright 2010 CONTEC CO., LTD. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
No part of this document may be copied or reproduced in any form by any means without prior written
consent of CONTEC CO., LTD.
CONTEC CO., LTD. makes no commitment to update or keep current the information contained in this
document. The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
All relevant issues have been considered in the preparation of this document. Should you notice an
omission or any questionable item in this document, please feel free to notify CONTEC CO., LTD.
Regardless of the foregoing statement, CONTEC assumes no responsibility for any errors that may
appear in this document or for results obtained by the user as a result of using this product.
Trademarks
MS, Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Other brand and product names
are trademarks of their respective holder.

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Table of Contents
Check Your Package................................................................................................................................i
Copyright.................................................................................................................................................ii
Trademarks..............................................................................................................................................ii
Table of Contents...................................................................................................................................iii
1BEFORE USING THE PRODUCT 1
About the Product ...................................................................................................................................1
Features.............................................................................................................................................1
Support Software..............................................................................................................................3
Adapter (Option)..............................................................................................................................3
Customer Support....................................................................................................................................4
Web Site ...........................................................................................................................................4
Limited One-Year Warranty...................................................................................................................4
How to Obtain Service............................................................................................................................4
Liability ...................................................................................................................................................4
Safety Precautions...................................................................................................................................5
Safety Information ...........................................................................................................................5
Handling Precautions.......................................................................................................................5
Environment.....................................................................................................................................7
Inspection .........................................................................................................................................7
Storage..............................................................................................................................................7
Disposal............................................................................................................................................7
2SETUP 9
Setting the Hardware...............................................................................................................................9
Parts of this Product and Factory Defaults......................................................................................9
Setting the Group ID......................................................................................................................11
Setting the Maintenance SW .........................................................................................................12
LED ................................................................................................................................................13
Checking the IP Address................................................................................................................14
Settings Using the Software..................................................................................................................14
Setup Method ........................................................................................................................................15
Table Top Installation....................................................................................................................15
Mounting the Product on the Monitor...........................................................................................15
Cable Tie Attachment Method ......................................................................................................15
How to mount the DC plug attachment.........................................................................................16
Startup and Stop ....................................................................................................................................17
Startup procedure...........................................................................................................................17
Stop procedure ...............................................................................................................................18

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3FUNCTION 19
Video Transfer Function .......................................................................................................................19
Example of connection with a PC..................................................................................................19
Example of connection with a camera...........................................................................................20
Remote serial I/O function....................................................................................................................21
Image transfer utility (option)...............................................................................................................22
Controlling display screens in remote locations by Windows PCs..............................................22
Monitoring computer display screens in remote locations ...........................................................22
4ABOUT HARDWARE 23
Hardware specification..........................................................................................................................23
Physical dimensions ..............................................................................................................................26
Interface Connector ...............................................................................................................................28
Image input, Image output: Pin assignment of DVI-D IN, DVI-D OUT.....................................28
Image input: Pin assignment of VIDEO IN...................................................................................29
Remote serial I/O: Pin assignment of SIO.....................................................................................29
LAN: Pin assignment of LAN connector ......................................................................................30
DC Jack: Pin assignment of 5V DC-IN.........................................................................................31

1. Before Using the Product
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1Before Using the Product
This chapter provides information you should know before using the product.
About the Product
The FlexNetViewer HD is a video communications unit allowing long distance transmission via LAN of
high-definition images.
It can act as a digital signage system, remote viewing system or live image transmission system with
high picture quality for a variety of sectors, examples being public facilities, transportation, shopping
malls, mass retailing stores and amusement facilities.
The FlwxNetViewer HD supports DVI signals that are compatible with digital signals with a resolution
up to 1920 x 1080, and it also supports composite signals that are compatible with analog video
equipment, so it can be directly connected to video camera operating.
RP-VL-S-02 is a transmitter that converts input image signals into LAN packet signals and then sends
them.
RP-VL-R-02 is a receiver that converts received LAN packet into image signals and then outputs the
signals.
When you use the transmitter and receiver as a set, you can connect monitors in a 1:1 or 1:N
configuration without depending on the platform such as a PC and OS.
Using the optional image transfer utility allows a variety of connections with the PC acting as a
transmitter or receiver.
In addition, the RP-VL-R-02 can also use the serial I/O (RS-232C) by utilizing the virtual COM driver
produced by CONTEC.
Features
- Monitor screen capability can be extended by LAN.
PCs and monitors with limited cable length can easily be extended through the use of commercially
available LAN cables (category 5 or higher) or hubs between the transmitter and receiver. Image
signals are converted to LAN packets, making possible transmission with minimal loss of picture
quality due to distance.
- Screen display does not depend on the PC or OS.
When you use the transmitter (RP-VL-S-02) and receiver (RP-VL-R-02) as a set, you can display screen
images without depending on your platform such as a PC and OS. You can send the same screen
images to monitors in a 1:1 or 1:N configuration. No complicated utility setup is required.
- Compatibility with high-definition video
High-definition video communication is made possible by the on-board picture compression CPU.
- Simple transmission of live images
The on-board composite input terminal (for the transmitter) allows direct connection to video cameras
and simple real-time transmission of live images.

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- Multi-monitor configuration is possible.
Connecting multiple receivers (RP-VL-R-02) allows you to send the image shown on the transmitter
monitor screen onto multiple monitors simultaneously. This option requires the same number of
receivers (RP-VL-R-02) as the monitors.
- COM port as standard setup
The receiver (RP-VL-R-02) has a COM port as part of its standard setup. By installing the appropriate
driver on the transmitting Windows PC, it can be allocated for use as a COM port on the PC itself,
allowing remote control of serial communications equipment via LAN.
- Image transfer utility and main unit management utility are available.
When the image transfer utility (option) is installed on a PC, it can be used just like a transmitter or
receiver. A PC can be connected as a transmitter to multiple receivers (RP-VL-R-02) or as a receiver
to multiple transmitters (RP-VL-S-02).
Also, when the main unit management utility (*1) is used, various settings can be performed for the
transmitter (RP-VL-S-02) and the receiver (RP-VL-R-02) via Ethernet.
*1 The main management utility can be downloaded from our website (free of charge).
- Fittings for monitor attachment optionally available
Fittings to attach this product to the back of monitors are optionally available. The fittings are
compliant with the VESA standards (75mm x 75mm or 100mm x 100mm).
CAUTION
- Transmitters and receivers may cause an image distortion or fail to transfer images due to the
compatibility with the PC or monitor to be connected. When using this product ensure to utilize
equipment on loan from CONTEC to make an evaluation in the actual user environment.
- A connection beyond the router (Internet connection, for example) is an one-to-one connection.
Please be careful as it requires advanced knowledge on network, such as obtaining a global IP
address.
- Use a cross cable for directly connecting the transmitter and receiver via LAN cable.

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Support Software
You should use CONTEC support software according to your purpose and development environment.
Main unit management utility FNVHD-UTM
(Downloadable from the CONTEC’s Web site, free of charge)
This utility can be used to set the IP addresses of the transmitter (RP-VL-S-02) and the receiver (RP-VL-R-02), the
availability of the remote serial I/O (SIO) as well as communication specifications.
Refer to the document file of the main management utility in regards to detailed information on compatible operating
systems and so on.
URL: http://www.contec.com
Image transfer utility RP-VL-UTIL-V1 (option)
Once you install this utility on your PC, you can connect the PC directly to either the transmitter (RP-VL-S-02) or the
receiver (RP-VL-R-02) to display screen images.
The utility allows you to display screen images from one PC monitor onto multiple monitors or display screen images
from multiple PC monitors onto one split screen monitor.
The trial version can be downloaded from the CONTEC’s Web site (free of charge). Refer to the document file of
the image transfer utility in regards to detailed information on compatible operating systems and so on.
Adapter (Option)
VESA Bracket for Flex Net Viewer HD (100mm x 100mm) : BRK-VL02-100
VESA Bracket for Flex Net Viewer HD (75mm x 75mm) : BRK-VL02-75
DVI-D Cable(2m) : IPC-DVI/D-020
DVI-D Cable(5m) : IPC-DVI/D-050
* Check the CONTEC’s Web site for more information on these options.

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Customer Support
CONTEC provides the following support services for you to use CONTEC products more efficiently
and comfortably.
Web Site
Japanese http://www.contec.co.jp/
English http://www.contec.com/
Chinese http://www.contec.com.cn/
Latest product information
CONTEC provides up-to-date information on products.
CONTEC also provides product manuals and various technical documents in the PDF.
Free download
You can download updated driver software and differential files as well as sample programs available in
several languages.
For product information
Contact your retailer if you have any technical question about a CONTEC product or need its price,
delivery time, or estimate information.
Limited One-Year Warranty
CONTEC products are warranted by CONTEC CO., LTD. to be free from defects in material and
workmanship for up to One year from the date of purchase by the original purchaser.
Repair will be free of charge only when this device is returned freight prepaid with a copy of the
original invoice and a Return Merchandise Authorization to the distributor or the CONTEC group office,
from which it was purchased.
This warranty is not applicable for scratches or normal wear, but only for the electronic circuitry and
original products. The warranty is not applicable if the device has been tampered with or damaged
through abuse, mistreatment, neglect, or unreasonable use, or if the original invoice is not included, in
which case repairs will be considered beyond the warranty policy.
How to Obtain Service
For replacement or repair, return the device freight prepaid, with a copy of the original invoice. Please
obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization number (RMA) from the CONTEC group office where you
purchased before returning any product.
* No product will be accepted by CONTEC group without the RMA number.
Liability
The obligation of the warrantor is solely to repair or replace the product. In no event will the
warrantor be liable for any incidental or consequential damages due to such defect or consequences that
arise from inexperienced usage, misuse, or malfunction of this device.

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Safety Precautions
Review the following definitions and precautions to use the product safely.
Safety Information
This document provides safety information using the following symbols to prevent accidents resulting
in injury or death and the destruction of equipment and resources. Review the meanings of these labels
to operate the equipment safely.
DANGER DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury or in property damage.
Handling Precautions
DANGER
Do not use the product where it is exposed to flammable or corrosive gas. Doing so may result in
an explosion, fire, electric shock, or failure.
CAUTION
- Do not use or store the product in a location exposed to extremely high or low temperature or
susceptible to rapid temperature changes.
Example: - Exposure to direct sunlight
- In the vicinity of a heat source
- Do not use the product in extremely humid or dusty locations. It is extremely dangerous to use the
product with its interior penetrated by water or any other fluid or conductive dust. If the product
must be used in such an environment, install it on a dust-proof control panel, for example.
- Avoid using or storing the device in locations subject to shock or vibration.
- Do not use or store the product in the vicinity of devices that generate strong magnetic force or
electric wave.
- Do not use or store the product in the presence of chemicals.
- Be sure to unplug the power cable from a wall outlet before plugging or unplugging a cable or any
connector.
- Do not modify this product. CONTEC will bear no responsibility for any problems, etc., resulting
from modifying this product.
- In the event of failure or abnormality (foul smells or excessive heat generation), unplug the power
cord immediately and contact your retailer.
- To clean this product, wipe it gently with a soft cloth dampened with either water or mild detergent.
Do not use chemicals or a volatile solvent, such as benzene or thinner, to prevent pealing or
discoloration of the paint.

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- VCCI class A, FCC PART15 Class A, CE EMC Directive Class A addenda
This product complies with VCCI Class A, FCC PART15 Class A, and CE EMC Directive Class A
when used under the following conditions with video camera input.
- Attach the ferrite core provided to the video cable.
- Ground the FG terminal.
Diagram showing the ferrite core attached to the cable.
Attach near the Video In connector of the product and turn the cable twice (wind it once).
FCC PART 15 Class A Notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference at his own expense.
NOTE
Change or modifications not expressly approved the manufacturer can void the user's authority to
operate this equipment.
WARNING TO USER

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Environment
Use this product in the following environment. If used in an unauthorized environment, the unite may
overheat, malfunction, or cause a failure.
Operating temperature
0 - 50°C
Operating humidity
10 - 90%RH (No condensation)
Corrosive gases
None
Floating dust particles
Not to be excessive
Inspection
Inspect the product periodically as follows to use it safely.
Storage
When storing this product, keep it in its original packing form.
(1) Put the unite in the storage bag.
(2) Wrap it in the packing material, then put it in the box.
(3) Store the package at room temperature at a place free from direct sunlight, moisture, shock,
vibration, magnetism, and static electricity.
Disposal
When disposing of the product, follow the disposal procedures stipulated under the relevant laws and
municipal ordinances.

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2. Setup
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2Setup
This chapter explains how to set up the unit.
Setting the Hardware
This section describes the parts and setting of this product.
This product has some switches to be preset.
Check this product’s switches before turning on the power.
This product can be set up even with the factory defaults untouched. You can change this product
setting later.
Parts of this Product and Factory Defaults
Figure 2.1. - 2.2. shows the names of major parts on this product.
Note that the switch setting shown below is the factory default.
RP-VL-S-02 (transmitter)
Figure 2.1. Component Location < RP-VL-S-02 (transmitter) >

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RP-VL-R-02 (receiver)
Figure 2.2. Component Location < RP-VL-R-02 (receiver) >

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Setting the Group ID
You must set the same Group ID for both the transmitter (RP-VL-S-02) and the receiver (RP-VL-R-02)
in order to allow the receiver to receive image data sent by the transmitter.
The Group ID can be set within the range of 0 – Eh (*) and up to 15 groups can be distinguished.
If you want to use one group only, use the factory setting (Board ID = 0).
* “F” is an ID for maintenance purposes.
Setting Procedure
To set the group ID, use the rotary switch on this product.
Turn the SW2 and then set it by using the flathead screwdriver.
Figure 2.3. Group ID Settings (SW2)

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Setting the Maintenance SW
You may be required to set the maintenance switch when setting the main unit or updating the firmware.
Setting method
The following table describes the operations of the maintenance SW.
Figure 2.4. Setting the Maintenance SW (SW1)
Table 2.1. Setting of Each SW No.
SW No. Status Indicator
ON Suspends the transmission of image data temporarily. *21
(Transmitter
only *1)
OFF Starts the transmission of image data. *2
ON Composite input mode
Turn this switch on when using composite input.
2
(Transmitter
only *1) OFF DVI input mode
Turn this switch off when using DVI input.
ON Starts in recovery mode.
This is used to recover the firmware, when corrupted, or to initialize setting information. *3
3
OFF Starts in normal mode.
Set this SW No. to OFF for normal use.
4 - Initializes setting information. (Set SW No. 3 to ON and then start in recovery mode.)
When this switch is turned ON, four LEDs start flashing. If it is turned off while the
LEDs are still flashing (about 3 seconds), the setting information is initialized.
* Before restarting or turning off the power, make sure that the four LEDs have stopped
flashing simultaneously.
*1 Do not alter the initial setting (“off”) of the receiver.
*2 To perform settings or maintenance such as upgrading the firmware, temporarily suspend any transmission
beforehand.
*3 For details about how to recover the firmware, refer to the document file for the main unit management utility.

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LED
Indicates the operational status of the main unit.
Figure 2.5. LED display
Table 2.2. LED display
LED Status Indicator
Flashing Being initialized and started in recovery mode.
*If this state remains unchanged over one minute when launching with the
maintenance switch (SW1) SW No. 3 off, the firmware may be defective.
ON Firmware in operation.
POWER
OFF The power is not supplied.
OFF (Transmitter) No image signal output.
(Receiver) The transmitter is not sending signals as the PC connected to the
transmitter being turned off or the DVI cable, video cable or LAN cable for the
DVI-D being disconnected.
ON (Transmitter) Image signal being output.
(Receiver) The transmitter is sending signals as the PC connected to the transmitter
being turned on and the DVI cable, video cable and LAN cable for the DVD-D being
connected.
DATA
Flashing (Transmitter) Image signal being transferred.
(Receiver) The image signal is being output from the receiver to the monitor.
OFF SIO data transfer is not being performed.
ON SIO is connected.
Remote
serial I/O
(Only receiver
flashing)
Flashing SIO data is being transferred.
OFF Set to DVI input mode. MODE
(Only
transmitter
flashing)
ON Set to composite input mode.

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Checking the IP Address
The IP address of this product when it is delivered is shown on the product label on its reverse side.
Transmission can be made between the receiver and the transmitter with the factory settings.*1
*1 The IP address and network mask for the same network must be set when transmitting by LAN. Use the main management utility
(FNVHD-UTM) for altering the IP address.
Settings Using the Software
The main management utility (FNVHD-UTM) software application is provided for making settings for
the transmitter and receiver through your PC (available for downloading from our Web site for free).
Using the main management utility (FNVHD-UTM) allows you to make the following settings remotely
(via LAN). Use it as necessary.
- Changing the IP address
- Update of firmware
- Confirmation of sending / receiving status
etc.
Set the IP address and network mask of the same network as the transmitter (RP-VL-S-02) and receiver
(RP-VL-R-02) for PCs installed with the main management utility.
Refer to the document file included with the downloaded main management utility in regards to detailed
information on the main management utility.
URL: http://www.contec.com/

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Setup Method
Table Top Installation
Set it by using the supported rubber feet.
If installing on a desktop, place the unit on a stable and flat base.
Mounting the Product on the Monitor
If the optional monitor mounting adapter is used, the product can be mounted on the back of the monitor.
The monitor mounting adapter complies with the VESA standard (75mm x 75mm or 100mm x100mm).
VESA Bracket for Flex Net Viewer HD (100mm x 100mm) : BRK-VL02-100
VESA Bracket for Flex Net Viewer HD (75mm x 75mm) : BRK-VL02-75
Figure 2.6. Mounting the Product on the Monitor
Cable Tie Attachment Method
Figure 2.7. Attachment of the cable tie
CAUTION
As noise affecting the video cable connected to the Video In terminal of the transmitter may prevent
clear pictures, we recommend taking some precautions such as attaching a ferrite core in
environments with high noise.