INOGENI 4KX-PLUS 4K to USB 3.0 Converter User Guide
- June 3, 2024
- INOGENI
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INOGENI 4KX-PLUS 4K to USB 3.0 Converter
You have just acquired the best easy-to-use tool for capturing 4K video streams of uncompressed video with audio for your computer.
PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
- EASY! No drivers are required.
- Compatible with all motherboards and chipsets.
- Supports Windows, macOS and Linux.
- Supports multiple devices on the same PC.
- DirectShow, AVFoundation and V4L2 compatible.
- Compatible with both USB 3.0 (uncompressed) and USB 2.0 (high-quality MJPEG).
- Powered via external power supply for continuous operation of HDMI loop out.
- Audio mixing capability.
- Professional grade full-metal enclosure.
OVERVIEW
The 4KX-PLUS adds great functionality to our already very successful product
the 4KX: an external power supply integration that provides a permanently
enabled HDMI loop out, even if the USB connector is not connected.
Included in the box
- 1 x 4KX-PLUS.
- 1 x 3ft USB 3.0 cable A male to B male.
- 1 x 6ft USB 2.0 A male to mini-B 5-pin male high-speed cable (for power).
- 1 x AC/DC 5V USB A power supply with AC interchangeable plugs (US, CE, AUS, UK).
- 1 x welcome card.
CISCO INTEGRATION
Proven technology device that captures uncompressed HDMI video and audio from Cisco CODEC, then converts it to USB 3.0 for third-party laptops.
- Direct integration of Cisco room equipment (camera, audio and screen).
- Solves the interoperability issue.
- Optimizes your assets and avoids additional license fees for Cloud Video Interop (CVI) service and user management.
- No driver is required.
- Compatible with Windows, macOS and Linux laptops.
- Easily program macros in your Webex room device. Native Webex implementation was available in Q2 CY2022.
- The intuitive interface on Webex Touch 10 or Webex Navigator.
CISCO CONNECTION DIAGRAM
DEVICE CONNECTORS
SPECIFICATIONS
INOGENI CONTROL APP
The INOGENI Control App allows you to control and monitor video sources.
The device has its own application for control using the USB HID interface. You can also monitor the firmware versions installed on the device and the status of the USB and HDMI inputs. You can update your device to the latest firmware using the Update menu. The C++ source code of this application is available on demand. Visit the Software Update web page for more details.
CONFIGURATION
The INOGENI Control App allows you to configure internal settings as shown
here.
Identification
You can set the device name, which is the name that will appear on your
computer. For Windows users, you will need to delete the INOGENI composite
device inside the device manager after you set the name in order to update it.
If you connect the device to another computer, the new name will be taken into
account.
USB Video Resolutions
Used to enable/disable each USB resolution.
EDID Management:
The “Force device EDID section” is used to add/remove the EDID’s 4K
resolution. With the “EDID mode” section, the HDMI input can replicate the
EDID information from the monitor connected on the HDMI output if the “Force
EDID monitor” mode is selected. It will expose only the HDMI resolutions
supported by the monitor connected on the HDMI output
Color Controls
Used to control brightness, contrast, and saturation. It will only affect the
video grabbed on the USB, not the HDMI loop out. For all of these settings,
you need to apply them in order to save them onboard. You can restore settings
by clicking on the “Restore defaults” button.
AUDIO CONTROL
The 4KX-PLUS allows you to control gain at different levels with the AUDIO
panel. You can click the “Apply” button to keep your configuration at each
bootup. You can also restore the default configuration by clicking the
“Restore defaults” button. 
- Input Gain: Control of audio gain for HDMI and Line-In.
- Output Gain: Control of audio gain for USB and Line-Out.
- Host USB Audio: Enable/disable USB audio input and output detected on the computer.
SUPPORT
Engineered by video professionals, for video professionals, the 4KX-PLUS is your most compatible USB 3.0device. You have access to INOGENI expertise at your fingertips:
- Expert Technical Support team at support@inogeni.com for immediate assistance or answers to any technical questions about our products.
- You can visit our list of compatible USB 2.0 cameras to see which one fits the device.
- Extensive Knowledge Base to learn from other customers’ experiences.
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