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Wizard Multimedia Extender LP  

Simplify HD signage setup with this USB-line powered, CATx-based VGA extender.

AVU4001A

Extended Double Diamond™ Warranty Available
(Three years for two)

Product Highlights

  • USB line powered. Great for video in areas short on outlets.
  • Power from the host PC or a digital signage player with a USB port.
  • Transmits full HD 1080p video as far as 500 feet (152.4 m).

  • Description

    Wizard Multimedia Extender LP


    Quick Facts

  • USB line powered. Great for video in areas short on outlets.
  • Power from the host PC or a digital signage player with a USB port.
  • Transmits full HD 1080p video as far as 500 feet (152.4 m).

  • Further Details

  • Includes a compact, simple-to-install transmitter and receiver.
  • Save by using CATx cable already installed in your building—no expensive, hard-to-handle VGA cabling needed.
  • Fully supports Display Data Channel (DDC) communications via standard stored settings or by emulation.
  • Video adjustment on remote unit for controlling image sharpness on the display.

  • The Wizard Multimedia LP enables you to simplify the infrastructure required for video-only digital signage extension.

    First of all, it’s USB line powered. With no bulky power transformer to plug in, you can reduce clutter locally at the source and remotely at the display. The Wizard Multimedia Extender LP takes its power directly from a USB interface and extends that power over the link used for video, transmitting low-voltage power via a spare wiring pair to the receiver. This makes it great for digital signage in areas without abundant power outlets. It’s also safer (in K–12 school settings, for example).

    Another benefit is it uses CAT5 or higher cabling for video extension. You can use non-networked copper runs already installed in your building (shielded, foil twisted-pair [FTP] cable recommended). It eliminates the need for expensive and and difficult-to-terminate VGA cables without sacrificing video quality for economy.

    HD video performance.
    Even at its maximum distance of 500 feet (152.4 m), the Wizard Multimedia Extender LP supports the transmission of full HD 1080p video on its analog VGA connectors.

    The extender also features skew adjustment on the receiver for optimizing video display sharpness. Adjust a screw to get high-contrast image and reduce shadowing on your image. (NOTE: For cable runs greater than 164 ft. [50 m], low-skew cable may also be required to prevent video color distortion.)

    Easy to install
    As a plug-and-play hardware solution, the Wizard Multimedia LP includes both a transmitter and receiver, and there’s no special software to install.

    Setting it up is as simple as:
    • Plugging the transmitter’s VGA and USB leads into your host computer or player.
    • Attaching the interconnecting CATx cable to the transmitter’s RJ-45 port.
    • Plugging the remote unit’s VGA cable lead into the remote screen’s video input.
    • And attaching the receiver to the other end of the CATx link cable.

    If necessary, you can also adjust remote video for any possible skew over longer cable runs.

    Advanced DDC protocol support.
    For optimum video card to display communications, the Wizard Multimedia LP transmitter holds a number of Display Data Channel (DDC) standards that are suitable for most display types. If your display’s resolution and characteristics aren’t found, you can temporarily connect the transmitter to the display to emulate and store the necessary DDC information in the unit.

    This product works with:
  • CAT6 Shielded 400-MHz Solid Bulk Cable (STP), 24 AWG, 4-Pair, PVC, 1000-ft. (304.8-m), Blue (EVNSL0601A-1000)
    Questions? Contact our FREE Tech Support.

  • Technical Specifications for Wizard Multimedia Extender LP:

    Cable Requirements —Foil twisted-pair (FTP) cable, CAT5 or higher; for cable runs greater than 164 ft. (50 m), low-skew cable may also be required to prevent video color distortion
    Distance (Maximum) — 500 ft. (152.4 m)
    Resolution (Maximum) —HD: 1080p;
    VGA:
    CE Approval — Yes
    RoHS — Yes
    Connectors — Transmitter: Video: (1) HD15 F; Power: (1) USB Type A M; Interconnect: (1) RJ-45;
    Receiver: VGA (1) HD15 F; Interconnect: (1) RJ-45
    Power — From the USB connection on the transmitter
    Size — Both transmitter and receiver: 0.9"H x 1.8"W x 2.5"D (2.3 x 4.6 x 6.4 cm)
    This product works with:
  • CAT6 Shielded 400-MHz Solid Bulk Cable (STP), 24 AWG, 4-Pair, PVC, 1000-ft. (304.8-m), Blue (EVNSL0601A-1000)
  • Optional Power Supply (AVU4001A-PS)
  • Questions? Contact our FREE Tech Support.

    NOTE: Technical specification weight is the unit weight. It is not the packaged shipping weight. For shipping weight, please contact Black Box customer service at 877-877-2269.


    Resources for Wizard Multimedia Extender LP:

    Manuals

    • Wizard Multimedia Extender LP Manual
      Manual for the AVU4001A and AVU4001A-PS

    Product Data Sheets

    Application Diagrams


    Connect your Wizard Multimedia Extender LP with:

    Accessory: EVNSL0601A-1000

    CAT6 Shielded 400-MHz Solid Bulk Cable (STP), 24 AWG, 4-Pair, PVC, 1000-ft. (304.8-m), Blue

    CAT6 Shielded 400-MHz Solid Bulk Cable (STP), 24 AWG, 4-Pair, PVC, 1000-ft. (304.8-m), Blue

    Accessory: AVU4001A-PS

    Wizard Multimedia Extender LP Optional Power Supply

    Wizard Multimedia Extender LP Optional Power Supply

    Double Diamond Warranty

    Standard Manufacturer's Warranty


    A Two year warranty is included.

    Extended Two years for one Warranty Available


    Protect your purchase with an additional Two years for oneDouble Diamond™ warranty!
    Cost: $28.60

    Extended Three years for two Warranty Available


    Protect your purchase with an additional Three years for twoDouble Diamond™ warranty!
    Cost: $57.19

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    Take the risk out of equipment purchases with the Double Diamond™ Warranty from Black Box Network Services.


    The Double Diamond™ Warranty is our no-questions-asked warranty that protects your Black Box® brand products* from accidental damage, including drops, water, and power surges.

    Most of our products come with a one- or two-year warranty. Some products—such as copper cables, manual switches, cabinets, and racks—are even guaranteed for life!

    During the warranty period, Black Box Network Services will repair or replace your damaged equipment within one week of receipt at NO CHARGE!

    Plus, get an Extended Double Diamond Warranty.


    You can also extend your warranty or protect a previously purchased Black Box® brand product* for an additional year—for only 10% of the purchase price! Or, extend your coverage for a full three years for only 20% of the purchase price! That's getting three years for the price of two.

    Ordering an extended warranty is easy: When viewing a product in your shopping cart, just select the one or three years of additional coverage in the dropdown menu under “Warranty Options.” For details, contact Customer Service at 724-746-5500.

    * Certain products may not be eligible.

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    What’s more, we also have a 45-day, no-questions-asked return policy. Simply call Customer Service for a Return Authorization (RA) number, return your product in new condition and in the original package, and receive a full refund.

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