VigilLink VLVW-MX24P HDMI 2.0 Videowall Processor
Introduction
This product is an HDMI 2.0 Video Wall controller with 2 HDMI input, 2 HDMI loop out, and 4 HDMI scaling out for video wall processing. The Toslink jack terminal provides analog L/R audio and digital SPDIF audio output. 5-pin Phoenix jacket provides balanced L/R audio output, with PC Tool or RS232 commands to control the product for different wall displays.
Features
- HDMI 2.0 and HDCP 2.2 compliant
- Supports multi-resolution up to 3840×2160@60Hz video output for video wall
- Supports 2 channels HDMI loop out
- Supports Bezel Compensation with two modes
- Supports 180º rotation
- Supports PIP on a video wall
- Supports RS-232 and TCP/IP control
- Supports CEC control with displayer by PC Tool or commands
Package Contents
- 1 x Ultra HD Video Wall Processor
- 1 x 12V/3A Power Adapter
- 1 x 5-pin Phoenix Connector
- 2 x 3-pin Phoenix Connector
- 1× RS232 to Phoenix Cable
- 1× CAT6 cable
- 1× USB to RS232 Cable
- 1× User Manual
| Technical | ||
| HDMI Compliance | HDMI 2.0 | |
| HDCP Compliance | HDCP 2.2/1.4 | |
| RS-232 | Baud rate: 57600, Data bit: 8, Stop bit: 1, no parity | |
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Input Video Formats |
4096x2160p 24/25/30/50/60Hz | 1400×1050 60Hz |
| 3840x2160p 24/25/30/50/60Hz | 1366×768 60Hz | |
| 1080p 24/25/30/50/60Hz | 1360×768 60Hz | |
| 1080i 50/60Hz
1920×1200 60Hz |
1280×1024 60Hz
1280×960 60Hz |
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| 1680×1050 60Hz | 1280×800 60Hz | |
| 1600×1200 60Hz | 1024×768 60Hz | |
| 1440×900 60Hz | 1280x720p50/60Hz | |
| Audio Format | 2.0 channel, 5.1 channel, LPCM, Dolby, AC3, DTS | |
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ESD Protection |
Human-body Model:
±8kV (Air-gap discharge) , ±4kV (Contact discharge) |
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| Mechanical | ||
| Housing | Metal Enclosure | |
| Color | Black | |
| Dimensions | 218mm (W)×146mm (D)×43mm (H) | |
| Weight | 2Kg | |
| Supply Voltage | +12V/3A | |
| Power Consumption | 25W (Max) | |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C ~ 40°C / 32°F ~ 104°F | |
| Storage Temperature | -20°C ~ 70°C / -4°F ~ 158°F | |
| Relative Humidity | 10%~50% RH (Non-Condensation) | |
Operation Controls and Functions
Front Panel
Rear Panel
RS232/LAN Control Connection
RS232 Control Connection
The product supports RS232 control. Connect the RS232-CTL port of the product to a PC via a serial cable, as shown in the following figure:
Network Control Connection
The product also supports Network control. Connect the LAN port of the product to a PC via a UTP cable, as shown in the following figure:
PC Tool User Guide
The PC tool is an installation-free control software that supports both UART and network control. It consists of five parts: Matrix Switch, Signal Setting, FineTune: PQ, Video Wall, and CEC Control. The UI is as follows:
Matrix Switch Page
- You can select UART (with RS232 cable) or Network to connect the device; the baud rate is 57600 bps.
- Select the input source for each scaling output port.
- AllSet” function: Select HD A or B input source to all the scaling output.
- Select the input source for the B/MAIN output port.
- Select the audio source for balanced audio output and Mini Toslink output.
- Reset: The PC tool supports a reset system to recover factory configuration.
- EDID Control: Click the “EDID” button on the Matrix Switch page, and there will be a pop-up EDID control window.
- Read each scaling output port downstream EDID and save it as a BIN file.
- Open an existing EDID file and write to the HDMI A and B input port as Manual EDID.
- Select predefined EDID and write to HDMI A and B input ports.
Predefined EDID option like below:
| 4K60-2.0CH | 1920×1200-2.0CH |
| 4K60-5.1CH | 1680×1050-2.0CH |
| 4K30-2.0CH | 1600×1200-2.0CH |
| 4K30-5.1CH | 1440×900-2.0CH |
| 1080P-2.0CH | 1400×1050-2.0CH |
| 1080P-5.1CH | 1360×768-2.0CH |
| 720P-2.0CH | 1280×1024-2.0CH |
| 1024×768-2.0CH | Manual |
Signal Setting Page
Users can read the resolution of each input port and set the resolution of each scaling output.
Available output resolutions:
| No. | Output Resolution Setting | No. | Output Resolution Setting |
| 1 | 3840x2160p 60Hz | 9 | 1440×1050 60Hz |
| 2 | 3840x2160p 50Hz | 10 | 1366×768 60Hz |
| 3 | 3840x2160p 30Hz | 11 | 1360×768 60Hz |
| 4 | 3840x2160p 25Hz | 12 | 1280×1024 60Hz |
| 5 | 1920×1200 60Hz | 13 | 1280×768 60Hz |
| 6 | 1920x1080p 60Hz | 14 | 1280x720p 60Hz |
| 7 | 1920x1080p 50Hz | 15 | 1280x720p 50Hz |
| 8 | 1600×1200 60Hz | 16 | 1024×768 60Hz |
Note: 3840×2160 25/30Hz can only be used for standalone display, not video wall.
FineTune: PQ Page
You can read and set each output’s Brightness/Contrast/Saturation/Sharpness.
Suggest always use the default setting 50/50/50/50. Do not change the default settings without special conditions; If there is a problem after changing, click “Reset” to return to the factory settings.
CEC Control Page
If Auto Power On is enabled, whenever the product is turned on, it will turn on all displayers connected to it. The product supports CEC functions, including Power on/off, Volume+/-, and Mute/Unmute. – 7 / 12 –
Video Wall Page
This page is used to configure a group of outputs to function as a video wall.
- Use the Video Wall Setting controls to change how the displays are arranged on the Video Wall page:
- Adjust the Rows and Columns sliders to change the displayed screen arrangement to permit proper Drag-and-Select of the desired screens for the video wall.
- Change the Available slider to set how many outputs will be used for the Video Wall.
- Click the “Set” button to change the Screen configuration.
- Use the left mouse button to drag-select the screens set for video wall mode. The selected screens will be shown as bright blue.
- Use the right mouse button to open a menu.
- Select “Screen Stitching” from the menu to program the video wall mode. The selected screens will now be shown as bright green.
- To change the displayed image: right-click to open the pop-up menu and select the desired input from the “Input Select” menu option.
- Repeating steps 2 ~ 5 above with different outputs allows for creating a second video wall.However, changing the Rows, Columns, and Available sliders will automatically delete the current video wall set up when the “Set” button is clicked. The following example shows a more unusual video wall set-up of two video walls with two 2×1 configurations:
Video Wall Context Menu
Right-clicking on any of the screen icons will display the following context menu:
Bezel Setting
The Bezel Setting section allows the entry of values to compensate for the display bezel thickness. These values may be entered as pixels (Type A) or millimeters (Type B). Type A Bezel Settings- The image size will be adjusted to allow for the number of pixels entered in each entry box. Click the “Set” button to view the effect of the new values.
- Type B Bezel Settings
- The image size will be adjusted to allow for the Inner and Outer display dimensions in each entry box. Click the “Set” button to view the effect of the new values.
Bezel Compensation - The following images demonstrate the effect of not having bezel compensation and what correctly configured bezel compensation settings should produce:
No Bezel Compensation
Correct Bezel Compensation
Layout Save/Load
The Save Scene/Layout and Load Scene/Layout buttons allow a video wall configuration to be saved or recalled at any time. Up to 10 configurations, each with its name, can be saved or recalled. Each Scene can optionally be given a name to identify that video wall scene set-up when saving.
Safety Instructions
To ensure this product’s reliable operation and protect the safety of any person using or handling this device while powered, please observe the following instructions.
- Do not operate either of these products outside the specified temperature and humidity range given in the above specifications.
- Ensure there is adequate ventilation to allow this product to operate efficiently.
- Qualified professionals should only repair the equipment as these products contain sensitive devices that any mistreatment may damage.
- Only use this product in a dry environment. Do not allow any liquids or harmful chemicals to come into contact with these products.
Connection Diagram
FAQS
Q: Is a surge protection device necessary for this product?
A: Yes, a surge protection device is recommended to protect the equipment from electrical spikes.
Q: What audio formats are supported by this product?
A: The product supports 2.0 channel, 5.1 channel, LPCM, Dolby, AC3, and DTS audio formats.
Documents / Resources
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VigilLink VLVW-MX24P HDMI 2.0 Videowall Processor [pdf] User Manual MX24P, VLVW-MX24P HDMI 2.0 Videowall Processor, VLVW-MX24P, HDMI 2.0 Videowall Processor, Videowall Processor, Processor |