PlenumVault Digital Systems New

Complete AV Switching and Control Systems for Suspended Ceilings

Key Features

Complete, centralized HDMI switching and control systems with stereo audio amplification
Designed for installations with suspended ceilings
Securely mounts system components in the plenum space above a suspended ceiling
Supports video resolutions up to 4K
Switcher has two local HDMI inputs and two twisted pair inputs that support up to six typical classroom AV sources
Dual HDMI input wallplates transmit audio and video signals to the switcher over a single CATx shielded twisted pair cable

Model	Version Description	Part #
PLS 201D	2+2 Input Digital PlenumVault, ceiling mount	42-320-23
PLS 240D	2+2 Digital PlenumVault, clg mount, MLC Plus 400	42-371-03
PLS 401D	4+2 Input Digital PlenumVault, ceiling mount	42-321-23
PLS 440D	4+2 Digital PlenumVault, clg mount, MLC Plus 400	42-372-03
PLS 211D	2+2 Input Digital PlenumVault, no mount	42-330-23
PLS 241D	2+2 Digital PlenumVault, no mount, MLC Plus 400	42-373-03
PLS 411D	4+2 Input Digital PlenumVault, no mount	42-331-23
PLS 441D	4+2 Digital PlenumVault, no mount, MLC Plus 400	42-374-03
PLS 201D	2+2 Input Digital PlenumVault, ceiling mount	42-320-13	Retired
PLS 401D	4+2 Input Digital PlenumVault, ceiling mount	42-321-13	Retired
PLS 211D	2+2 Input Digital PlenumVault, no mount	42-330-13	Retired
PLS 411D	4+2 Input Digital PlenumVault, no mount	42-331-13	Retired

Extron PlenumVault® Digital Systems are complete, easy-to-use AV switching and control systems that seamlessly integrate digital video sources. The systems use economical twisted pair cable for transmitting signals and includes network connectivity for web‑based AV resource management, monitoring, and control. All necessary audio and video switching, audio amplification, system control, source connectivity, speakers, mounting hardware, and cabling are included for a complete classroom AV solution. The only additions needed are the display device and sources.

High Resolution 4K Video Switching
Two local HDMI inputs and two PVT twisted pair wallplate inputs on the switcher support typical classroom AV sources at resolutions up to 4K. The local HDMI inputs are ideal for sources that do not need direct user access such as Extron ShareLink^® Pro, Apple^® TV, CATV tuners, and streaming decoders. The PVT wallplates can be placed by the instructor's desk or other locations in the classroom for instructor and student HDMI sources including laptops, tablets, media players, document cameras, and more.

Twisted Pair Transmission
PlenumVault Digital Systems provide high reliability and maximum performance on an economical and easily installed cable infrastructure. PVT input wallplates transmit high resolution digital audio and video signals to the switcher over a single CATx shielded twisted pair cable. CATx cable is lightweight, flexible, and easy to route through walls and conduit. Its simple termination process speeds up installation and reduces labor costs, making it a fast and cost-effective solution.

Easy-to-Use AV Room Control
Two types of MediaLink^® Plus controllers are available. The MLC Plus 100 is an easy-to-use button panel with dual color, backlit buttons and a rotary volume control knob. The MLC Plus 400 offers the same control functions through a sleek color touchscreen interface, including a touchscreen slider for volume control. Both models deliver simple, reliable, and durable control solutions designed to support an optimal instructional experience. Even presenters with minimal technical experience can operate the system confidently within minutes – no handheld remotes required.

Network Connectivity
PlenumVault Digital Systems are engineered to meet the needs of professional AV environments. They include an integrated four-port network switch that allows three additional devices to share a single network drop. Admininistrators and help desk personnel can remotely configure, manage, monitor, troubleshoot, and control systems over the network, avoiding in-room service calls.

Energy Efficiency
As an Ecofficient^® Level 3 AV product, the switcher includes two Extron-exclusive power saving modes that lower energy usage and reduce operating costs. Auto Power Save Mode automatically turns off the audio amplifier after 25 minutes if no audio is present. Network Standby Power Save Mode automatically turns off the amplifier, wallplates, VoiceLift^® receiver, and network switch, at scheduled times or when the projector or display is turned off.

Advanced Audio Capabilities
The heart of the PlenumVault Digital System is a switcher/amplifier with sophisticated audio capabilities. The integrated 50 watt stereo audio amplifier can drive up to four Extron speakers to fill the room with full, rich sound. The VoiceLift receiver input simplifies integration of Extron VoiceLift Pro microphones into classrooms to enable voice reinforcement. Switched and auxiliary line-level inputs support analog audio sources such as music players or public address systems. A line level output allows system audio to be used for podcasting or assistive listening. The system includes an audio file playback feature that allows pre-recorded audio announcements to be stored in switcher memory for playback on command.

Equipment Mounting
PlenumVault Digital Systems use the PVM 220 PlenumVault Mounting Kit that securely mounts and conceals system components in the plenum area above a suspended ceiling. To securely install ceiling-mounted projectors, the PCM 340 Projector Drop Ceiling Mount with adjustable pole as well as the UPB 125 Universal Projector Mounting Bracket with adjustable horizontal and vertical tilt and rotation are available. These mounting options provide projector position alignment in all axes for precise aiming at the screen.

Features

Complete, centralized HDMI switching and control systems with stereo audio amplification

Designed for installations with suspended ceilings

Securely mounts system components in the plenum space above a suspended ceiling

Supports video resolutions up to 4K

Switcher has two local HDMI inputs and two twisted pair inputs that support up to six typical classroom AV sources

Dual HDMI input wallplates transmit audio and video signals to the switcher over a single CATx shielded twisted pair cable

Ecofficient Level 3 switcher designed to lower energy usage and reduce operating costs

Extron exclusive patented Flat Field® speakers deliver consistent sound levels across the listening area

Powerful 50 watt rms audio amplifier

Ethernet configuration enables remote setup; integrated Ethernet switch allows three additional devices to share a single network drop

Network connectivity for web-based monitoring and rapid help desk support

Easy-to-use MediaLink Plus controller included; choose either button panel or touchscreen interface

Simple setup; no programming required

VoiceLift Pro microphone option allows the instructor's voice to be evenly distributed throughout the room while reducing vocal strain

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
	PPS 35	Priority Page Sensor for Classroom AV Systems

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

PPS 35

Priority Page Sensor for Classroom AV Systems

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	GlobalViewer Enterprise	Server-Based AV Resource Management Software

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Server-Based AV Resource Management Software

Specifications

Extron WallVault® and PlenumVault® Digital Systems (for PVS 407D)

specification — HDMI inputs 1 to 6

Frame rate¹

24, 25, 30, 50, or 60 fps

Chroma sampling¹

4:4:4, 4:2:2, or 4:2:0

Color bit depth¹

8 bits per color

Signal Type

HDMI 1.4, HDCP 1.4

Max. video data rate

10.2 Gbps (3.4 Gbps per color)

NOTE	¹Subject to the maximum data rate limit. Use our calculator at www.extron.com/8Kdatarate* to determine video parameters supported by this data rate.*

NOTE	The PVS 407D must have firmware version 2.00 or greater for 4K support on all HDMI inputs.

Overall system

STP transmission

Up to 150' (46 m) for 2K rate, or up to 130' (40 m) for 4K/30Hz, using Extron XTP DTP 24 cable

Product warranty

3 years parts and labor

PVS 407D switcher/power amplifier

Video input

Number/signal type

Inputs 1 - 6: HDMI (or DVI) digital video
Inputs 2 and 4 can be analog RGB

Connectors

2 female RJ-45
2 female HDMI type A

NOTE	Appropriate HDMI to DVI-D cables or adapters are required for DVI signal input/output.

Video — Inputs 1 to 6

Maximum data rate

10.2 Gbps (3.4 Gbps per color)

Maximum pixel clock

300 MHz

Resolution range

Up to 4096x2160 @ 30 Hz, 3840x2160 @ 30Hz,
4K/UHD @ 60 Hz with 4:2:0 Chroma subsampling

Formats

RGB and YCbCr digital video

Standards

DVI 1.0, HDMI 1.4, HDCP 1.4, CEA-861E

Video output

Number/signal type

1 single link HDMI (or DVI-D)

Connectors

1 female HDMI type A

Audio input (see the PVT series wallplates audio specifications)

Number/signal type

2 proprietary signals from Extron PVT Series wallplate transmitters
1 stereo, balanced/unbalanced (input 7)

Connectors

2 female RJ-45
1 female 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 5 pole (input 7)

VoiceLift receiver input

1 female RJ-45, -10 dBV (316 mVrms) nominal level

Aux input

1 female 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 3 pole

Audio output

Number/signal type

1 line output, stereo/mono, balanced/unbalanced, fixed/variable
1 power amplifier, stereo or dual mono (default), 2 channels total

Connectors

(1) 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 5 pole
(1) 5.0 mm captive screw connector, 4 pole

NOTE	Unbalanced wired outputs produce 6 dB of attenuation. Balanced output has unity gain/attenuation.

Power amplifier

Amplifier type

Class D

Impedance

4/8 ohms (single channel)
4/8 ohms (stereo)

Output power

25 watts (rms) per channel (1 watt tolerance) at 4/8 ohms, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 1% THD

Ethernet control interface

Switch type

Unmanaged

Ethernet ports

4 female RJ-45 with built-in link/speed and activity LEDs

Ethernet data rate

10/100Base-T (10/100 Mbps) with autodetect

General

Power supply

External
Input: 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz
Output: 12 VDC, 4 A, 48 watts or 12 VDC, 4.2 A, 50 watts

Power input requirements

12 VDC, 3 A

Power consumption

WVS 211D, WVS 241D, PLS 201D, PLS 211D, PLS 240D, PLS 241D

Device

23.5 watts, 12 VDC

Device and power supply

27.1 watts, 110-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz

WVS 411D, WVS 441D, PLS 401D, PLS 411D, PLS 440D, PLS 441D

Device

30.4 watts, 12 VDC

Device and power supply

37.1 watts, 110-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz

Mounting

Ceiling mount, Wall mount

Yes, with included wall or ceiling mount kit

Enclosure dimensions

1.9" H x 13.5" W x 3.5" D
(48 mm H x 343 mm W x 89 mm D)

Product weight

2.9 lbs (1.3 kg), including power supply (1.1 lbs [0.5 kg])

Regulatory compliance

CE, c-UL, UL, CE, C-tick, Ecofficient Level 3, FCC Class A, ICES, VCCI
UL listed for use in plenum airspaces: meets UL 2043 for heat and smoke release, excluding the power supply; meets UL 60065 for safety.
Complies with the appropriate requirements of RoHS, WEEE.

Interconnection between PVT wallplates and PVS switcher

Connector

1 female RJ-45 per wallplate

Termination standard

TIA/EIA T568A or T568B
Included Extron cables are T568B

Signal transmission distance

Up to 4096x21060 @30 Hz, 3840x2160 @30 Hz,
4K/UHD @ 60 Hz with 4:2:0 Chroma subsampling.
Up to 150' (46 m) for 2K rate, or up to 130' (40 m) for 4K/30 Hz, using Extron XTP DTP 24 cable.
Standard included cable length is 35' (11 m).

Cable requirements

Solid conductor, 24 AWG or better
400 MHz bandwidth, STP (shielded twisted pair)

NOTE	Extron XTP DTP 24 shielded twisted pair cable is required for optimal performance.

PVT HD

NOTE	These transmitters are compatible with an Extron PVS 407D Switcher only. They are not compatible with other models of twisted pair receivers.

Video - digital

Maximum data rate

10.2 Gbps (3.4 Gbps per color)

Maximum pixel clock

300 MHz

Resolution range

Up to 4096x2160 @ 30 Hz, 3840x2160 @ 30 Hz,
4K/UHD @ 60 Hz with 4:2:0 Chroma subsampling

Formats

RGB and YCbCr digital video

Standards

DVI 1.0, HDMI 1.4, HDCP 1.4, CEA-861E

Video input

Number/signal type

PVT HD

2 single link HDMI (or DVI-D)

Connectors

PVT HD

2 female HDMI type A

Video output

Number/signal type

1 digital proprietary signal

Connectors

1 female RJ-45

Audio input

Number/signal type

PVT HD

2 analog stereo, unbalanced, or 2 digital audio embedded on the HDMI signal

Connectors

PVT HD

(2) 3.5 mm stereo mini audio jacks (tip, ring, sleeve)
2 female HDMI type A (embedded on the HDMI signal)

Audio output to a PVS switcher

Number/signal type

1 digital proprietary signal

Connector

1 female RJ-45

General

Power

Supplied by the PVS switcher

Power input requirements

12.0 VDC, 1.0 A

Mounting

Furniture or wall mount

Yes, with the included decorator-style wallplate

Enclosure dimensions

Faceplate

2.6" H x 3.2" W x 0.2" D
(66 mm H x 81 mm W x 6 mm D)
(Fits the openings in a 2 gang decorator-style wallplate.)

Device

2.7" H* x 3.6" W x 2.0" D
(69 mm H* x 91 mm W x 51 mm D)
(Depth excludes connectors.)
*Height excludes mounting tabs.

Product weight

0.6 lbs (0.3 kg)

Regulatory compliance

**CE, c-UL, UL, C-tick, **FCC Class A, ICES, VCCI

NOTE	**CE and FCC testing is conducted with STP (shielded twisted pair) cable.

WMK 160 (WVS 211D, WVS 241D, WVS 411D and WVS 441D Systems only)

Mounting

Wall mount

Yes, with included hardware

Maximum load capacity

15 lbs (6.8 kg)

Material

Steel base plate, aluminum cover

Dimensions

Base plate

17.1" H x 16.4" W x 1.5" D
(434 mm H x 417 mm W x 38 mm D)

Cover

17.3" H x 16.5" W x 2.75" D
(439 mm H x 419 mm W x 70 mm D)

Product weight

5.5 lbs (2.5 kg)

Regulatory compliance

c-UL, UL, OSHPD anchorage pre-approval

PVM 220 (PLS 201D, PLS 211D, PLS 240D, PLS 241D, PLS 401D, PLS 411D, PLS 440D, PLS 441D Systems only)

Mounting

Drop ceiling mountable (installs on drop ceiling within air-handling space)

Maximum load capacity

15 lbs (6.8 kg) on door

Material

Enclosure

Composite

Door frame and mounting plate

Aluminum

Dimensions

6.3" H x 23.8" W x 23.8" D
(160 mm H x 605 mm W x 605 mm D)

Product weight

16.0 lbs (7.3 kg)

Regulatory compliance

CE, c-UL, UL as an accessory for use with a UL listed mount and projector. UL listed for use in plenum airspaces: meets UL 2043 for heat and smoke release. OSHPD anchorage pre-approval.

PCM (PLS 201D, PLS 240D, PLS 401D, PLS 440D Systems only)

Mounting

Drop ceiling mountable

Maximum load capacity

50.0 lbs (22.7 kg)

Material

Baseplate and pipe: aluminum
Tie wire: steel, 14 AWG, 70,000 psi tensile strength

Dimensions

6.3" H x 23.8" W x 23.8" D
(160 mm H x 605 mm W x 605 mm D)

Base plate

1.2" H x 26.4" W x 8.0" D
(30 mm H x 671 mm W x 203 mm D)

Pipe

25" length, 1.5"-11.5 NPT

Adjustment ranges

1.5" - 23.0" drop, 21.5" adjustability in 0.5" steps.
Drop distances are measured from the bottom of the hanger plate.

Product weight

4.5 lbs (2.1 kg)

Regulatory compliance

CE, c-UL, UL, OSHPD anchorage pre-approved

UPB 125 (PLS 201D, PLS 240D, PLS 401D, PLS 440D Systems only)

Adjustment ranges

The UPB 125 can be angled within the following ranges to level the projector:
±5° roll
±20° pitch
360° yaw

Maximum load capacity

40 lbs (18.1 kg)

Material

Metal

Projector bracket dimensions

3.2" H x 7.0" W x 7.0" D
(81 mm H x 178 mm W x 178 mm D)
(Dimensions exclude legs/feet.)

Product weight

2.7 lbs (1.2 kg)

Regulatory compliance

CE, c-UL, UL

FF 120 Flat Field® Speakers

Power capacity

16 W (rms) continuous pink noise
32 W (rms) continuous program

Nominal coverage angle

170^º conical coverage

Nominal impedance

8 ohms per speaker

Mounting

Drops into a 2' x 2' (610 mm x 610 mm) or 2' x 4' (610 mm x 1220 mm) suspended tile

Enclosure outer dimensions

3.25" H x 23.75" W x 11.75" D
(83 mm H x 603 mm W x 299 mm D)

Product weight

Single: 4.7 lbs (2.1 kg)

Regulatory compliance

NFPA90A, NFPA70; UL listed for use in plenum airspaces: meets UL 2043 for heat and smoke release; meets UL 1480 - speakers for commercial and professional use.

MLC Plus 100

Ethernet control

Network interface controllers (NICs)

Connector

1 female RJ-45 connector

Data rate

10/100/1000Base-T, half/full duplex with autodetect

Protocols

DHCP, DNS, HTTP, HTTPS, ICMP, NTP, SFTP, SMTP, SNMP, SSH, TCP/IP, UDP/IP

Serial control

Quantity/type

2 bidirectional RS-232

Connectors

(2) 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 3 pole

Baud rate and protocol

300 to 115200 baud (9600 baud = default); 8 (default) or 7 data bits;
1 (default) or 2 stop bits;
no parity (default), even, odd, mark, or space parity.

NOTE	These ports support software flow control. The default is no flow control.

Digital input control

Quantity/type

1 digital input

Connectors

(1) 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 2 pole

IR control

Quantity/type

1 TTL level (0 to 5 V) infrared (carrier and non-carrier) up to 300 kHz

Connectors

(1) 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 2 pole

Relay control

Quantity/type

2 normally open relays

Relay control connectors

(1) 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 3 pole

Relay control contact rating

24 VDC, 1 A

Volume control

Quantity/type

1 volume control (compatible with select Extron devices)

Connectors

(1) 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 3 pole

General

Power

Supplied by the PVS switcher

Power input requirements

12 VDC, 1 A, 12 watts, max.
Or power over Ethernet (PoE) (complies with PoE 802.3af, class 3)

Mounting

Rack mount

Furniture or wall mount

Yes, in a standard US 2-gang electrical junction box or mud ring

Enclosure type

Plastic faceplate and high-impact plastic rear enclosure

Enclosure dimensions

Faceplate

4.5" H x 4.6" W x 0.3" D (114 mm H x 117 mm W x 8 mm D)

Device

2.7" H* x 3.5" W x 2.2" D (69 mm H* x 89 mm W x 55 mm D)
(Depth excludes faceplate and buttons. Fits most 2 gang US boxes or mud rings. Allow at least 2.4" [61 mm] depth in the wall or furniture.)

Product weight

0.8 lb (0.4 kg)

Regulatory compliance

CE, c-UL, UL, C-tick, FCC Class A, ICES, VCCI
Complies with the appropriate requirements of Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act (29U.S.C.794d).

MLC Plus 400

Display

Screen type

IPS color LCD

Size

4.17" (106 mm), measured diagonally

Resolution

540 x 540

Pixel density

183 PPI

Aspect ratio

1:1

Color depth

16.7 M colors

Transparency

8 bit

Brightness

400 nits (cd/m2)

Contrast

1200:1

Backlight

LED

Viewing angle

±85^o horizontal, ±85^o vertical

Touchscreen

Capacitive

Memory

SDRAM

1 GB

Flash

8 GB

Software

Configuration software

Global Configurator^® Plus and Professional

Control apps

Extron control

Resource management software

GlobalViewer^® Enterprise

Utilities

Toolbelt, embedded web page

Ethernet

Network interface controllers (NICs)

Connector

1 female RJ-45 connector

Data rate

10/100/1000Base-T, half/full duplex with autodetect

Protocols

ARP, DHCP, DNS, HTTP (redirect), HTTPS, ICMP, IEEE 802.1X, NTP, SFTP, SMTP, SNMP, SSH, TCP/IP, UDP/IP

Default settings

Link speed and duplex level = autodetected
IP address = 192.168.254.250
Subnet mask = 255.255.255.0
Gateway = 0.0.0.0
DHCP = off
DNS: 127.0.0.1

Serial

Quantity/type

2 bidirectional RS-232

COM 1

(1) 3.5 mm captive screw, 3 pole

COM 2

(1) 3.5 mm captive screw, 3 pole

Connectors

(2) 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 3 pole

Baud rate and protocol

300 to 115200 baud (9600 baud = default); 8 (default) or 7 data bits; 1 (default) or 2 stop bits; no parity (default), even, or odd parity

Pin configurations

1 = Tx, 2 = Rx, 3 = Gnd

IR control

Quantity/type

3.5 mm captive screw, 2 pole, for TTL level infrared control up to 300 kHz (carrier and non-carrier

Connectors

(1) 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 2 pole

IR output carrier frequency

30 Hz to 300 kHz

Pin configurations

1 = signal, 2 = Gnd

Digital input

Quantity/type

1 digital input (configurable)

Connectors

(1) 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 2 pole

Digital input

Input voltage range

0 to 24 VDC

Input impedance

>10k ohms

Programmable pullup

1k ohms to +5 VDC

Threshold low to high

>2.8 VDC

Threshold high to low

<2.0 VDC

Pin configurations

1 = digital input, 2 = Gnd

Relay

Quantity/type

2 normally open relays

Relay control connectors

(1) 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 3 pole

Relay control contact rating

24 VDC, 1 A

Volume control

Quantity/type

1 volume control (compatible with select Extron devices)

Connectors

(1) 3.5 mm captive screw connector, 3 pole

Pin configuration

1 = ≤10 VDC reference voltage input,
2 = 0 to +10 VDC control voltage output,
3 = Gnd

Control voltage output range

0 to +10 VDC (±0.2 volts), adjustable

Sensor

Motion sensor

On/off

Light sensor

Auto/manual

General

Power supply

External (not included)

Power over Ethernet (PoE)

Complies with PoE 802.3af, class 3

Power over Ethernet supply

(Optional) Supplied by an external PoE inserter power supply

Input

100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz

Output

PoE 802.3af, 48 VDC, 0.35 A, 16.8 watts

Power input requirements

Power over Ethernet (PoE) (complies with PoE 802.3af, class 3)

Power consumption

Device

3.5 watts

Device and PoE injector

4.5 watts

Ambient temperature/humidity

Storage: -40 to +158 °F (-40 to +70 °C) / 10% to 90%, noncondensing
Operating: +32 to +122 °F (0 to +40 °C) / 10% to 90%, noncondensing

Cooling

Convection, no vents

Thermal dissipation

Device

12.0 BTU/hr

Device and PoE injector

15.3 BTU/hr

Mounting

Furniture or wall mount

Mounts in a standard 2-gang US electrical junction box and a 2-gang EU cable channel/raceway, or directly onto the surface with the integrated clamps using the provided mounting plate.

Enclosure type

Plastic

Enclosure dimensions

Faceplate

4.60" H x 4.70" W x 0.46" D
(117 mm H x 120 mm W x 12 mm D)

Device

1.80" H x 3.50" W x 1.60" D
(46 mm H x 89 mm W x 40 mm D)
(Depth excludes faceplate and buttons. Fits most 2 gang US boxes or mud rings. Allow at least 2.10" [53 mm] depth in the wall or furniture.)

Product weight

0.75 lb (0.34 kg)

Regulatory compliance

CE, C-Tick, c-UL, FCC Class A, ICES, UL, VCCI class A, RoHS, WEEE

NOTE	All nominal levels are at ±10%.

NOTE	Specifications are subject to change without notice.

(6479-D1)

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