BLACK BOX H.264 Hdmi Over IP Encoder and Decoder User Manual

: June 5, 2024
: BLACK BOX

Table of Contents

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
CHAPTER 1: SPECIFICATIONS
CHAPTER 2: OVERVIEW
CHAPTER 3: OPERATION
APPENDIX A: REGULATORY INFORMATION
APPENDIX B: DISCLAIMER/TRADEMARKS
Documents / Resources

USER MANUAL
VS-2101X H.264/H.265
HDMI OVER IP
ENCODER/DECODER
24/7 TECHNICAL SUPPORT AT 1.877.877.2269 OR VISITBLACKBOX.COM

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

To ensure the best performance from the product, please read all directions carefully before using the device. Save this manual for future reference.

Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packing material for possible future shipment.
Follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and personal injury.
Do not dismantle the housing or modify the module. It may result in electrical shock or burn.
Using supplies or parts not meeting the product’s specifications may cause damage, deterioration, or malfunction.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
To prevent fire or shock hazards, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. Do not install this product near water.
Do not put any heavy items on the extension cable in case of extrusion.
Do not remove the housing of the device as opening or removing the housing may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Install the device in a location with sufficient ventilation to avoid damage caused by overheating.
Keep the module away from liquids.
Spillage into the housing may result in fire, electrical shock, or equipment damage. If an object or liquid falls or spills on the housing, unplug the module immediately.
Do not twist or pull the cable ends by force. Doing so can cause a malfunction.
Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners to clean this unit. Always unplug the power to the device before cleaning.
Unplug the power cord when left unused for an extended period of time.
Information on disposal for scrapped devices: do not burn or mix with general household waste. Treat as normal electrical waste.
Use #4-40 x 5/8 Phillips pan head self-tapping screws for optional wall mounting of the unit.

| TABLE 1-1 VS-2101X SPECIFICATIONS
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SPECIFICATION| DESCRIPTION
Video Input|
Input Video Connector| (1) HDMI Type A
Input Video Type| (1) HDMI 2.0
Supported Input Resolutions| 1920 x 1200 at 60 Hz 4:4:4
Input Video Signal| 0.5 –1.2 V p-p
Input DDC Signal| 5 V p-p (TTL)
Video Impedance| 100 Ohms
Streaming|
Video Encoding Bit Rate| Configurable
Streaming Port| (1) LAN (PoE), 10/100/1000BASE-T
Stream Video Type| H.264/MPEG–4 AVC/HEVC/H.265

Streaming Video Resolutions

| Timing:
H.264: Up to 1920 x 1200 at 60 Hz 4:2:0
H.265: Up to 1920 x 1200 at 60 Hz 4:2:0
Audio:
Encoding: AAC Sampling Rate: 48 kHz
Bitrate: < or = 240 kbps (AAC) Delivery:Multiple streams supported
Transmission Method: unicast, multicast, RTP over RTSP, RTP over UDP/TCP Session
Latency| Low latency 180ms for 1080P@60
Network Switch| Multicast, IGMP V2
Video Output|
Output Video Port| (1) HDMI Type A
Output Video Type| HDMI 2.0
Supported Video Resolutions| HDMI: up to 1920 x 1200 at 60 Hz 4:4:4
Audio: LPCM, 48 kHz
Sampling Rate| 48 kHz
Analog Audio Output|
Max. Audio Level| 2 Vrms
THD+N| <0.1% at 1 kHz
SNR| > 70 dB at 1 kHz
Frequency Response| ± 3 dB 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Crosstalk| <-60 dB at 1 kHz
Impedance| 470 ohms
Type| Unbalanced
Control|
Control Connectors| (1) RJ-45, 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet port
Control Method| Web UI

CHAPTER 1: SPECIFICATIONS

| TABLE 1-1 VS-2101X SPECIFICATIONS CONTINUED
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SPECIFICATION| DESCRIPTION
IP Address| DHCP/Static/Auto IP
Mechanical|
Indicators| (4) LEDs: (1) Power, (1) Status, (2) RJ-45
User Control| (1) ID Mode button
Enclosure| Chassis Material: Metal (Steel); Chassis Color Black
Material| Anodized aluminum
Dimensions| Case only: 0.98” H x 9.1” W x 4.3” D (2.5 x 23.1 x 10.8 cm);
All inclusive: 0.98” H x 9.1” W x 4.6” D (2.5 x 23.1 x 11.7 cm)
Power| (1) 5V/3A DC (Locking) (Level 6; EN62368-1) power connector POE AF mode (48V, 0.25A)

CHAPTER 2: OVERVIEW

2.1 INTRODUCTION
The H.264/H.265 HDMI over IP Encoder/Decoder delivers live-stream, visually lossless quality video and high-quality audio over IP. This VS-2101X is an HDMI over H.264/H.265 transceiver. This means it can be used as an encoder or a decoder based on the mode selected. It features one HDMI input, one HDMI output, and one Ethernet port for simplified integration into your AV system. In encoder mode, the HDMI input will be encoded to H.264/H.265 and sent out to the Ethernet port. In decoder mode, the H.264/H.265 data will be decoded from the Ethernet port and sent out to the HDMI output.

2.2 FEATURES

Uses one HDMI input, one HDMI output, and one Ethernet port
Works in encoder or decoder mode
Control via web UI
Consumes low bandwidth
Delivers content with visually lossless quality
Supports AAC audio encoding to transmit high-quality audio

2.3 WHAT’S INCLUDED

(1) Transceiver
(1) 5V-DC, 3A power adapter (with changeable plug for US, UK, EU, and AU)

2.4.1 FRONT PANEL

TABLE 2-1 FRONT PANEL COMPONENTS

NUMBER IN

FIGURE 2-1

|

COMPONENT

|

DESCRIPTION

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1

|

Power

| Blue: Unit ON. OFF: Unit OFF.

2

|

Status

| Green: Encoder mode Amber: Decoder mode

OFF: Unit is not in the normal working state.

3

| ID (Mode)| Press to display information, such as device IP address or ID, OSD. Press for five seconds to change encoder/decoder mode.

2.4.2 REAR PANEL

TABLE 2-2 REAR PANEL COMPONENTS

NUMBER IN

FIGURE 2-2

|

COMPONENT

|

DESCRIPTION

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1

|

HDMI OUT

| 1920×1200 @60Hz 4:4:4
Supports HDMI bypass out on encoder mode
2| HDMI IN| 1920×1200 @60Hz 4:4:4

3

6

|

Power

| 5V/3A DC (Locking) POE (Power Over Ethernet) Level 6; EN62368-1

CHAPTER 3: OPERATION

3.1 LOGIN SCREEN
The transceiver’s default mode is an encoder, and the default IP address is 192.168.1.51. When the mode is changed to decoder, the default IP address is 192.168.1.50.
After entering your Username and password on the login screen, click on the Submit button.

Default username: admin
Default password: admin

3.2 SYSTEM TAB
This section provides information and control over the unit’s operational mode, device name, and network configuration. Options for updating the firmware, saving/restoring the unit’s configuration, and performing a factory reset are also provided.

TABLE 3-1 SYSTEM TAB INFORMATION/OPTIONS

ITEM| DESCRIPTION
Device Info| Section that allows the user to rename the device for easy identification
Network| Section that describes the Mulitcast IP, Group Port, and MAC address.
IP Mode| Allows the user the set the network to either Static, DHCP, or Auto
Config| This section allows the user to download the XML Edit file and save it to a PC. The user can also restore the config by selecting the file from the Choose File option.

Locate Device

| By Pressing this button, the Status Light on the front of the device will begin to flash. Press it a second time to exit flashing mode.
Factory Default| Restores the device to all factory defaults
System Reboot| Allows the user to Reboot a device via the User Interface

3.3 EDID TAB
This tab provides the option of Internal EDIDs, one sink-sourced EDID, and customer-uploaded EDIDs that can be assigned to the HDMI input port. The names of the customer-uploaded EDIDs can be changed if desired. There are six standard EDIDs, one sink-sourced EDID, and four customer-uploaded EDIDs.
NOTE: The “EDID” tab is only available in encoder mode.

3.4 ENCODER SETTING TAB
This tab provides options for encoder settings.
NOTE: The “Encoder Setting” tab is only available in encoder mode.

| TABLE 3-2 ENCODER SETTING TAB INFGRMATION/OPTIONS
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ITEM| DESCRIPTION
Mainstream| Allows the user to define the encoder settings
Decode Mode| H.264 or H.265
Maximum Resolution| 1080P
Maximum Frame Rate| 1 to 60
GOP| Default 60
Rate Control Mode| VBR (Variable Bit Rate) or CBR (Constant Bit Rate)
Substream|
Decode Mode| H.264 or H.265
Maximum Bit Rate| Default 10000Kbps
Maximum Resolution| 1080P. 720P, 480P
Maximum Frame Rate| 1 to 60
GOP| Default 60
Rate Control Mode| VBR (Variable Bit Rate) or CBR (Constant Bit Rate)

3.5 DECODER SETTING TAB
This tab provides controls over the HDMI output mode, output resolution, and video source settings.
NOTE: The “Decoder Setting” tab is only available in decoder mode.

| TABLE 3-3 DECODER SETTINGS TAB INFORMATION/OPTIONS
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ITEM| DESCRIPTION
Output Setting|
Resolution| Native, 1920X1080P60, 1920X1080P50, or 1280X720P60
Encode Setting|
Mode| Unicast TCP, Unicast UDP, or Multicast

Source URL

| This is the RTSP URl that can be used to stream the encoded content.
EXAMPLE: rtsp://192.168.1.51:554/stream2

3.6 USER CONFIGURATION TAB
This tab provides control over login authentication.

3.7 FIRMWARE UPDATES
Firmware updates are available through Web UI/USB updates. For the latest Firmware package, please contact techsupport@blackbox.com.

APPENDIX A: REGULATORY INFORMATION

A.1 FCC STATEMENT

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the regulations for a Class B 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 a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with this Quick Installation Guide, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case, the user will be required to correct the interference at his/her own expense.

A.2 CE STATEMENT
This is a Class B product in a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
A.3 ROHS
This product is RoHS compliant.

A.4 NOM STATEMENT

APPENDIX B: DISCLAIMER/TRADEMARKS

B.1 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 revise this document at any time without notice.

B.2 TRADEMARKS USED IN THIS MANUAL
Black Box and the Black Box logotype and mark are registered trademarks of Black Box Corporation. Any other trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowledged to be the property of the trademark owners.

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