Harman AMX VPX-1401 User manual

User Manual – VPX-1401
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Table of Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................. 2
Overview ...................................................................................................................... 6
Features.................................................................................................................. 6
Package Contents .................................................................................................... 6
Specifications ........................................................................................................... 7
Transmission Distance ..................................................................................... 9
Panel Description................................................................................................... 10
Front Panel Description .................................................................................. 10
Rear Panel Description ................................................................................... 15
Pinout Information ........................................................................................................15
RS232&IR ............................................................................................................. 15
Audio IN/OUT........................................................................................................ 15
Installation and Wiring..................................................................................................16
Installation ........................................................................................................... 16
Wiring ................................................................................................................... 16
OSD.............................................................................................................................18
Input Source Switching .................................................................................................19
Auto Switching ...................................................................................................... 19
Manual Switching ................................................................................................... 19
IR Operation ................................................................................................................20
Control the Source................................................................................................. 20
RS232 Operation ..........................................................................................................21
NetLinx Control ..............................................................................................................22
Device Number and Ports....................................................................................... 22
Send command to control a device ......................................................................... 23
Telnet Control ....................................................................................................... 23
Launch Telnet Window .................................................................................... 23
Web UI Control...................................................................................................... 22
Web UI Control ............................................................................................................23
Header Bar............................................................................................................ 23
Navigation Bar....................................................................................................... 24
Auto Switch .................................................................................................... 24
Key Lock ........................................................................................................ 25
HDCP............................................................................................................ 25
EDID ............................................................................................................. 25
Display.......................................................................................................... 26
Audio............................................................................................................ 26
Resolution ...................................................................................................... 26

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Logo ............................................................................................................. 27
Network ........................................................................................................ 28
System.......................................................................................................... 29
Firmware Upgrade........................................................................................................32
Before Starting ...................................................................................................... 32
Transferring KIT Files............................................................................................. 32
Troubleshooting ...........................................................................................................34
APICommandSet ..........................................................................................................35
NetLinx Commands................................................................................................ 35
Telnet/SSH Commands........................................................................................... 44

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Overview
VPX-1401 is an advanced presentation switcher, allowing switching among four inputs and distribution to two outputs. It offers
one VGA input with one balanced analog audio embedded, three HDMI inputs, one HDMI output to a local display, plus one
balanced de-embedded analog audio output and one HDBaseT mirrored output to a remote display via a Cat X cable.
The VPX-1401 has one built-in scaler which supports up to 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 8bit. The video stream goes through the scaler first
before distributing to two outputs. The scaler output can be set to fixed resolution or auto scaling. When set to auto scaling, the
scaler analyzes the EDIDs of two connected displays and outputs optimum resolution for both displays.
The VPX-1401 can be set to auto switching or manual switching. The VPX-1401 can be controlled by front panel buttons, LAN
control with NetLinx Studio, Telnet API and Web GUI.
Powered by HDBT 2.0 and DSC (Display Stream Compression), the VPX-1401 can transmit 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 8bit video up to
80m / 262 ft via a Shielded Cat 6a/7 cable, with USB 2.0 (Host), bidirectional RS232 and IR pass-through. HDBaseT output
also features PoE (PSE) to power an HDBT receiver.
The VPX-1401 simplifies integration and installation of a small presentation system for classrooms and small offices, providing
localized presentation switching support over long distances.
Features
• Provides one VGA input with balanced embedded audio, three HDMI inputs, one HDMI and HDBT mirrored outputs
• HDMI inputs, HDMI and HDBT outputs support up to 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 8bit and HDCP 2.2; VGA input supports
up to 1920 x 1200@60Hz.
• Built-in scaler supports up to 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 8bit
• Supports one-way PoE to power a remote HDBT receiver
• HDBT transmits 4K@60 4:4:4 signals up to 80m/262 ft, 1080P signal up to 100m/328ft via a shielded Cat6a/7 cable.
• Transmits USB 2.0, bi-directional RS232 and IR signal over HDBT.
• Balanced de-embedded analog audio output with volume control.
• Auto-switching to the latest connected source input by detecting input signal status.
• Fast switching.
• Able to turn on/off connected displays automatically by detecting input signal status with its built-in CEC controller.
• Selection buttons on the front panel for local control and contact closures for remote keypad control.
• Supports LAN control through NetLinx Studio, Telnet API and WEB UI.
Package Contents
• 1 x VPX-1401
• 1 x DC 12V Power Adapter with US, UK and EU AC Power Cords
• 4x Phoenix Male Connector (3.5mm, 5 Pins)
• 1x Phoenix Male Connector (3.5mm, 6 Pins)
• 2 x Mounting Bracket (with Screws)