C2G 29505 Owner's manual

USER GUIDE

WIRELESS DIGITAL SIGNAGE DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM

Model: 29505 (TRANSMITTER) / 29506 (RECEIVER)

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1. Introduction ............................................................................................................................................. 1

About trademarks ..................................................................................................................................................3

1-1. Package Contents..........................................................................................................................4

2. Product Overview................................................................................................................................... 5

2-1. Feature and system configuration .......................................................................................................................... 6

Feature.........................................................................................................................................................................6

System configuration.............................................................................................................................................7

2-2. Parts and function........................................................................................................................................................... 8

Transmitter ..............................................................................................................................................................8

Receiver ....................................................................................................................................................................10

2-3. Specification........................................................................................................................................................................12

Hardware specification..................................................................................................................................... 12

Protocol.................................................................................................................................................................... 13

Interface specification ....................................................................................................................................... 13

2-4. Notice...........................................................................................................................................................................................14

Notes on the radio wave.................................................................................................................................... 14

3. Installation............................................................................................................................................15

3-1. Necessary items....... ..............................................................................................................................................................15

3-2. Create environment for setup..................................................................................................................................16

3-3. Configure this product ...............................................................................................................................................17

Assign IP address ............................................................................................................................................... 17

Configure each parameter .............................................................................................................................. 18

Adjusting a screen image ................................................................................................................................ 21

3-4. Install this product ............................................................................................................................................................23

About the antenna.............................................................................................................................................. 24

INDEX

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Maintain the Line-of-sight ..................................................................................................................... ...........24

4. Video/Audio Distribution and Maintenance .............................................................................................26

4-1. Video/Audio distribution ............................................................................................................................................26

4-2. Status check and maintenance for Transmitter ...............................................................................................26

LCD panel menu structure .............................................................................................................................. 27

Each menu functions ........................................................................................................................................ 28

ADMIN MODE MENU............................................................................................................................... ..............33

4-3. Status check for Receivers .............................................................................................................................................40

How to start and use the OSD menu............................................................................................................ 40

Each menu function ............................................................................................................................................ 41

Admin Mode.............................................................................................................................................................. 43

4-4. Maintenance using the Web interface................................................................................................................46

How to access the Web page ..................................................................................................

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Status page .............................................................................................................................................................. 47

Configuration page............................................................................................................................................... 50

Tools page ................................................................................................................................................................. 55

5. Cables To Go Warranty.....................................................................................................................57

5.1 Important Safety Information........................................................................................................58

A. Appendix .............................................................................................................................................59

A-1. Configuration item list .................................................................................................................................................59

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NDEX

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Thank you for purchasing the TruLink™ Wireless Digital Signage Distribution System.

This system is a highly scalable, multi-mode solution that distributes video and stereo

audio across multiple displays in nearly any environment where digital signage is desired.

Whether in corporate settings, retail locations or transportation centers, audiences will get

a clear, consistent message. We recommend that you read this manual thoroughly

and retain for future reference.

ABOUT TRADEMARKS

• Microsoft and Windows are either the registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft

Corporation in the United States and /or other countries.

• Ethernet is a registered trademark of Xerox Corporation.

• Other brand or product names are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective owners.

1.0 INTRODUCTION

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Package contents are the following:

Part No. 29505-Wireless Digital Signage Distribution System Transmitter

(1) WDSDS Transmitter Unit

(1) CD

(1) User Manual

(1) Power Supply

(2) Antennas

Part No. 29506-Wireless Digital Signage Distribution System Receiver

(1) WDSDS Receiver Unit

(1) Power Supply

(2) Antennas

1.1 PACKAGE CONTENTS

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The WDSDS is specially engineered to provide maximum flexibility by distributing digital

content via two different modes.

Wireless Mode: The solution can be configured in wireless mode using 802.11a/g

capabilities to send content 100+ feet and support up to 32 screens in locations where

installing cable is difficult or costly. This is ideal for smaller scale digital signage

installations where convenience, low cost and ease of use are the primary factors in

selecting a solution.

Wired Mode: The solution can also be set to run in an Ethernet configuration on its

own network. This mode accommodates up to 1,000 screens over a distance of 3,000

feet using standard Cat5/6 cables and existing network equipment (hubs, switches, or

routers). Because the transmitter distributes data only to the network to which

receivers are connected, the signal does not interfere with other networks and overall

network traffic is reduced. This is perfect for the most complex digital signage

applications where monitors need to be placed long distances from the media player.

SYSTEM FEATURES

• The WDSDS supports resolutions up to 1280x1024 @20fps or 1024x768 at 30fps and

contains an integrated “Lip-Sync” function that keeps the video and audio signals in

sync with one another across all displays. A web-based software application allows

users to manage all transmitters and receivers remotely. This includes the ability to

view critical data such as connection rates and link status, as well as perform

administrator tasks such as configuring, rebooting, or setting custom screens, from

anywhere on the network. Supports Wired LAN (10Base-T/100Base-TX) and Wireless

LAN (IEEE802.11a/g: Infrastructure/Ad hoc mode)

• Uses standard Ethernet network infrastructure allowing digital signs to be connected

using network cabling and equipment that is already installed in a building*

• Plug-and-play functionality allows the transmitter and receivers to automatically detect

one another making installation and setup quick and easy

• DVI-I connectors on the transmitter and receivers allow analog (VGA) or digital

connections (DVI or HDMI) for maximum flexibility

• RS-232 port on receivers allow for additional control of the connected displays

• Flexible external antenna connectors allow for multiple antenna options and placement

to meet your application.

2. PRODUCT OVERVIEW

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Features and system configuration are as follows:

FEATURE

VIDEO AND AUDIO CONTROL

• Adopts JPEG2000 codec. High compression with less image degradation available

• Audio codec: 16bit stereo PCM (Sampling rate: 32 KHz)

• Supports multi-resolution (640 x 480 - 1280 x 1024)

• Up to 30fps frame rate (up to 20pfs for 1280x1024 resolution)

• Synchronization function for video and audio (Lip-sync)

NETWORK CONTROL

• Allow simultaneous distribution to multiple Receivers by multicast (up to 32 receivers).

• Time correction between the Transmitter and Receivers allows simultaneous output

among Receivers.

• Supports Wired LAN(10Base-T/100Base-TX) and Wireless LAN (IEEE802.11a/g:

• Infrastructure/Ad hoc mode).

• The Transmitter distributes data only to the network which Receivers are connected to

via the network interface select feature. It avoids distributing to other networks in order

to reduce network traffic.

OTHERS

• Supports 1 serial port for remote monitoring and control.

• Various configurations are available on embedded Web page.

• Switches the Transmitters automatically at the specified interval.

• Connection and communication status can be verified at LCD (Transmitter only).

• Communication status can be checked using the OSD and remote control (Receiver

only).

2.1 FEATURE AND SYSTEM CONFIGURATION

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SYSTEM CONFIGURATION

The network system configuration is as follows:

2.1

FEATURE AND SYSTEM CONFIGURATION

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The name of each part and the function are explained below:

TRANSMITTER

F

RONT

LED (Front) Definition

POWER

Off: Powered off or being on boot process.

On: Powered on (normal status)

STATUS Blink: Blinks for each codec of 1 video frame.

ON: Factory default configuration using push buttons is complete.

WIRELESS

OFF: Wireless communication is disabled.

Blink: Wireless communication is not established. (Detecting AP or other nodes, or unable to

connect due to the mismatch of wireless settings).

ON: Wireless communication is established.

ETHER

OFF: Not connected to wired LAN (Not linked)

ON: Connected to wired LAN (Being linked)

Push button Action

MENU

(In the LCD) Goes into status menu from the initial screen.

(In the LCD) Returns to the initial screen from status/configuration top. (In

the LCD) Move up to a higher level at status/configuration menu.

Starts a factory default configuration when this button and [SET] button are pushed

together while turning on this product.

-

(In the LCD) Goes back to the previous option at status/configuration menu.

(In the LCD) Changes the value at configuration menu.

+

(In the LCD) Goes on to the next option at status/configuration menu.

(In the LCD) Changes the value at configuration menu.

SET

(In the LCD) Shows the status items and options at status/configuration menu.

(In the LCD) Determines the value at configuration menu.

Starts a factory default configuration when this

button and [MENU] button are pushed together

while turning on this product.

2.2 PARTS AND FUNCTION

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BACK

Connector Details

DCIN 15V1A

AC connector (15V 1A)

ETHER Ethernet interface (RJ45)

RS232 Serial interface (9pin Male)

AUDIO

Audio interface RCA Connectors

ANALOG RGB

VIDEO: DVI-I Interface

Antenna

SMA Connector

(Connect the antenna to either or both of the

connectors).

Ethernet LED Definition

Ethernet Connector

Green OFF: Not connected to a wired LAN (Not linked

ON: Connected to a wired LAN (Linked)

Orange Blink: Blinks when receiving a packet via wired or wireless LAN

Flash: Data error in a configuration area

ROM/RAM check error

2.2

PARTS AND FUNCTION

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RECEIVER

F

RONT

LED Definition

POWER

OFF: Powered off or being on boot process.

ON: Powered on (Normal status)

STATUS Blink: Blinks for each codec of 1 video frame.

ON: Factory default configuration using push buttons is complete.

WIRELESS OFF: Wireless communication is disabled.

Blink:: Wireless communication is not established. (Detecting AP or other nodes, or unable to

connect due to the mismatch of wireless settings).

ON: Wireless communication is established.

ETHER

OFF: Not connected to wired LAN (Not linked)

ON: Connected to wired LAN (Being linked)

Push button Action

MENU

Shows the OSD menu.

(In the OSD) Returns to top menu from status/configuration menu.

Starts a factory default configuration when this button and [SET] button are pushed together while

turning on this product..

- (In the OSD) Goes back to previous option.

+ (In the OSD) Goes on to next option.

SET

(In the OSD) Determines the menu items and options.

Starts a factory default configuration when this button and [MENU] button are pushed together while

turning on this product.

2.2

PARTS AND FUNCTION

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RECEIVER

B

ACK

Connector Details

DCIN 15V 1A

AC connector (15V 1A)

ETHER Ethernet interface (RJ45)

RS232C Serial interface (9pin Male)

AUDIO

Audio interface RCA Connectors

ANALOG RGB

VIDEO: DVI-I Interface

Antenna

SMA Connector

(Connect the antenna to either or both of the connectors)

Ethernet LED Details

Ethernet Connector Green OFF: Not connected to a wired LAN (Not linked)

ON: Connected to a wired LAN (linked)

Orange Blink: Blinks when receiving a packet via wired or wireless LAN.

Flash: Data error in a configuration area ROM/RAM check error

2.2

PARTS AND FUNCTION

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HARDWARE SPECIFICATION

CLASS-A

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital

device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide

reasonable protection against harmful interface 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 the instruction manual,

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 own expense.

2.3 SPECIFICATION

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PROTOCOL

INTERFACE SPECIFICATION

2.3

SPECIFICATIONS

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NOTES ON THE RADIO WAVE

Do not use this product near the following equipment or places.

The following equipment may use the same band. If you use this product near this equipment, the radio

waves from this product and the following devices may interfere with each other.

• Microwave, scientific instruments, pacemaker or other medical equipment.

• Licensed radio station in a factory.

• Small power radio station (a non-licensed radio station).

Do not use this product near a cellular phone, TV or Radio.

A cellular phone, TV, and radio use different radio bands than our product. Generally if they are

used near this product, it will not cause a problem. However, when near this product, sound or

image noise can happen.

If there is reinforced concrete/metal between wireless devices, they may not connect.

This product can connect through wood or glass, but can have trouble communicating

through reinforced concrete/metal.

Wireless Equipment for 2.4GHz and 5GHz band

This frequency band is used by a microwave, industry, science, medical equipment and

licensed in room or low power (non licensed) radio stations.

• Before you use this equipment, verify that it will not interfere with other

broadcasting.

• If interference happens try changing to line of sight or change the channel.

2.4 NOTICE

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This section explains the necessary actions that should be taken before you connect and setup this product.

3.1 NECESSARY ITEMS

Following items are required for the system architecture.

WDSDS

Transmitter

At least one transmitter is required.

WDSDS Receiver

As many WDSDS Receivers as you need for your environment. Each Receiver supports one monitor,

and up to 32 Receivers can be connected for a single WDSDS Transmitter.

Media Player A media player (or PC) with DVI-I (DVI-D, Analog RGB, Component) interfaces. It should support the

same video resolution level as this product.

Monitor A monitor with DVI-I (DVI-D, Analog RGB, Component) interfaces. It should support the same video

resolution level as this product. (As many monitors as WDSDS Receivers are required.)

Speaker

As many speakers as WDSDS Receivers are required.

(Not necessary if the speaker is embedded to the

monitor.)

Display Cable

Display cable with DVI-I connector (male/male) and noise suppression.

One cable is required for each WDSDS Transmitter and Receiver.

Also, when you connect the media players or monitors with analog RGB or component interface to

this product, the adapter (or cable) that can convert those interfaces to DVI-I is required.

Audio Cable Audio cable with RCA pin plug connector and noise suppression.

One cable is required for each WDSDS Transmitter and Receiver.

Antenna

One antenna is required for each Transmitter and Receiver. 2dB antenna is bundled with the

WDSDS, but you may need to use more specialized antennas to provide better performance. In such

case, use the antenna appropriate for your location status, distance from the Receiver or layout.

The Transmitter and Receiver have 2 antenna terminals. You can use both terminals as they

automatically recognize which terminal is in use. The antenna is not required during the installation.

PC

(used for setup)

A PC with a wired LAN (100 BASE-TX) port.

LAN cable

(used for setup)

Category 5 or better LAN cables to connect the PC to WDSDS Transmitter and Receiver

during the configuration.

-Either straight cable or crossover cable can be used since Auto MDI/MDI-X is supported.

-Ethernet Hub can be used, but is not required.

3.0 INSTALLATION

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The first step is to connect the cables to the WDSDS Transmitter and Receiver, and to the

players, monitors, speakers and PC. The entire configuration can be done from the PC via a

wired LAN network.

1. CONNECT THE LAN CABLES.

Connect the WDSDS Transmitter and Receiver to the PC using LAN cables.

2. CONNECT THE DISPLAY CABLES

Connect the player to the Transmitter, and connect the monitors to the Receivers.

3. CONNECT THE AUDIO CABLES

Connect the player to the Transmitter, and connect the monitors/speakers to the

Receivers.

4. POWER ON

Turn on the Transmitter/Receiver, PC, player, monitors and speakers.

5. START VIDEO OUTPUT FROM THE PLAYER

Output a video from the player. If it is impossible, output a screen adjustment video

that is created on the Transmitter. (For details, refer to Chapter 4 Video/Audio

Distribution and Maintenance). When outputting a video from the player, use a still

image (white or any other light colors).

CONNECTION EXAMPLE

An example WDSDS network connection is shown below:

3.2 CREATE ENVIRONMENT FOR SETUP

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When the cable connections and power on are completed, configure the network settings

and adjust the screen images for the Transmitter and Receiver from the PC.

ASSIGN IP ADDRESS

To simplify the network configuration, the Transmitter and Receiver support the auto IP

configuration. By default, they attempt to load an IP address via DHCP when powered on.

If no DHCP server is found, then the Transmitter and each of the Receivers are loaded with

a random IP address of 169.254.xxx.xxx. (Note that the same IP address may be used

twice if both wireless and wired network are used.)

If you prefer, you can use the WDSDS Locator to manually assign an IP address for

WDSDS Transmitter and Receiver.

1. First assign a static IP address to the PC that you are using for setup. (Example:

10.10.10.10)

2. When you run the WDSDS Locator program, a list of the available WDSDS

Transmitters and Receivers will appear on the main screen.

3. Select the Transmitter or Receiver that you wish to configure. From the top menu,

click NodeÆSet IP Address.

4. Configure a unique IP address that is not used by other network devices and click

OK. (Example: 10.3.0.1)

5. Repeat the same process and enter a unique IP address into each Transmitter and

Receiver.

3.3 PRODUCT CONFIGURATION

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CONFIGURE EACH PARAMETER

After you have assigned the IP address to this product, configure the network parameters

from the Web page of this product. The Web page can be accessed using a standard web

browser or from the WDSDS Locator.

Note: The PC must be configured with a unique IP address that is compatible with the IP

address used by this product (for example, if this product has an IP address of

“169.254.3.111”, the PC could have an IP address such as “169.254.3.1”, assuming that

this address is not used by other devices).

HOW TO ACCESS THE WEB PAGE

1. Start WDSDS Locator and select the device in the list that you wish configure.

2. Select NodeÆ Open Web interface.

3. Web page of this product is displayed.

Note:

In the Web page, when Configuration or Tools page is accessed, a password authentication dialog is

displayed. Enter “root” for User name and the password that you have configured to this product for

Password. (By factory default, no password is set.)

H

OST NAME AND PASSWORD

By factory default, the last six digits of the Ethernet address is used as the host name of the

WDSDS Transmitter and Receiver. You can change the host name when desired, but

make sure that it is a unique name.

1. Click Configuration – Basic in the left pane.

2. In the page displayed, enter the host name and password to Host Name and Access

Password respectively.

3.3

PRODUCT CONFIGURATION

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Video Parameter Settings

For the video parameters, configure Digital/Analog Mode, Codec Size and Frame Rate.

Select a mode at Digital/Analog Mode according to the input signal from the player. Codec

Size and Frame Rate are the settings to determine the followings:

In most cases, the default settings are recommended.

If both settings are set larger, data loss or frame from may occur frequently since the size

of the distributed video data is increased.

When you change both settings, set a priority on either of them and specify a lower value

for the one with a lower priority.

1. Click Configuration – Basic in the left pane.

2. In the page displayed, select a mode at Digital/Analog Mode.

3. Configure Video Mode when necessary.

3.3

PRODUCT CONFIGURATION

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