AV Bridge
Vaddio AV Bridge - Document Number 342-0518 Rev A Page 4 of 28
Overview:
Vaddio’s AV Bridge is a room based HD Media
Streaming appliance for USB streaming of content
originating from traditional audio and video equipment.
The AV Bridge is designed for pro AV applications
offering a flexible audio and video interface all
controllable from an embedded web server or front
panel menu. A/V Bridge accepts a multitude of video
input resolutions from standard definition (480i/NTSC
and 576i/PAL) all the way up to HD 1080p/60 in HDMI
and YPbPr including wide-screen VESA type
resolutions (RGBHV) and incorporates stereo audio
inputs facilitating connection to most professional AV
equipment.
The USB streaming functions using MJPEG (Motion JPEG) and standard UVC (USB Video Class) and UAC (USB
Audio Class) drivers eliminating the need for installation of custom software drivers on the Host PC. Use the AV
Bridge in lecture/capture recording applications or “bridge” audio and video signals into a PC for storage, editing,
rebroadcasting meetings or services and retrofit existing meeting rooms by simply plugging a USB cable into a
Host PC.
The AV Bridge was designed to eventually support IP streaming and will be incorporated into a field upgradable
software release at a future date. For now, the Ethernet port accesses the AV Bridge’s internal web pages for
control, configuration and updating of the device.
The AV Bridge supports high definition encoding of audio and video sources, producing superior quality results at
the fraction of the cost of other products. The AV Bridge seamlessly integrates with Vaddio’s HD cameras,
presentation systems, video mixing consoles and audio products. The AV Bridge is an unsurpassable value
because of its ease of use and plug and play functionality.
Intended Use:
Before operating the device, please read the entire manual thoroughly. The system was designed, built and
tested for use indoors, and with the provided power supply and cabling. The use of a power supply other than the
one provided or outdoor operation has not been tested and could damage the device and/or create a potentially
unsafe operating condition.
Important Safeguards:
Read and understand all instructions before using. Do not operate any device if it has been dropped or damaged.
In this case, a Vaddio technician must examine the product before operating. To reduce the risk of electric shock,
do not immerse in water or other liquids and avoid extremely humid conditions. Do not connect Power over
Ethernet (PoE) cables directly to the RJ-45 ports on the device as damage may result.
Save These Instructions:
The information contained in this manual will help you install and operate your product. If these instructions are
misplaced, Vaddio keeps copies of Specifications, Installation and User Guides and most pertinent product
drawings for the Vaddio product line on the Vaddio website. These documents can be downloaded from
www.vaddio.com free of charge.
AV Bridge shown with
provided Rack Ears
Attached
Use only the power supply provided with the system. Use of any unauthorized
power supply will void any and all warranties.
Please do not use “pass-thru” type RJ-45 connectors. These pass-thru type connectors do not work
well for professional installations and can be the cause of intermittent connections which can result in
the RS-232 control line failing and locking up. For best results please use standard RJ-45 connectors
and test all cables for proper pin-outs prior to use.
