AMX VPX-1701 – Precis 7x1 4K60 Presentation Switcher with HDBaseT Output

Product Overview

The AMX VPX-1701 is a 7-input, 1+1 output 4K60 4:4:4 presentation switcher designed for small conference rooms, classrooms, and huddle spaces requiring flexible multi-source HDMI switching with built-in scaling, HDBaseT distance transport, and USB 2.0 extension for USB conferencing devices. Featuring 5 HDMI inputs and 2 VGA inputs, a mirrored HDMI and HDBaseT output, extracted audio with volume control, and front-panel source selection with contact closure control, the VPX-1701 simplifies small room AV installations without requiring a separate controller, scaler, or USB extension system. NetLinx native integration enables streamlined AMX control system programming while an open API supports third-party control.

Product Description

The AMX VPX-1701 (FG1010-357) provides a clean, 7-source presentation switching solution supporting 4K60 4:4:4 video and HDCP 2.2 for compatibility with modern 4K sources and displays. Five HDMI inputs and two VGA inputs provide broad source compatibility for laptops, PCs, media players, and legacy analog devices. Built-in auto-scaling adjusts all input signals to the display's native resolution automatically, eliminating the need for a separate scaler in the signal chain. The HDBaseT output mirrors the HDMI main output and connects to the DXL-RX-4K60 receiver, enabling switched video, audio, and USB 2.0 pass-through between the table and the display over a single Cat cable — USB 2.0 from camera/speaker devices at the display returns to the table for visiting laptop use without separate USB extension hardware. An extracted audio output with volume control feeds powered speakers or amplified soundbars positioned near the display, providing a cost-effective zone audio solution. Control options include front-panel buttons, contact closure source selectors, NetLinx native integration for AMX control systems, and an open API for third-party control system integration.

Key Features

• 7x1+1 4K60 4:4:4 Switching: 5 HDMI + 2 VGA inputs switch to HDMI and mirrored HDBaseT outputs with full 4K60 4:4:4 support and HDCP 2.2.
• Built-In Auto-Scaling: Automatically scales all inputs to the display's native resolution — no external scaler required.
• HDBaseT Output with USB 2.0 Return: Mirrored HDBaseT output for use with DXL-RX-4K60, delivering video, audio, and USB 2.0 camera/speaker signals over Cat cable with USB return to the table for laptops.
• Extracted Audio Output with Volume Control: De-embedded audio output for powered speakers or soundbars positioned near the display, independently volume-controlled.
• Front Panel and Contact Closure Control: Physical source selection buttons on the front panel and contact closure input for external source selector buttons.
• NetLinx Native: Simplified integration with AMX control processors and open API for third-party control system compatibility.
• HDCP 2.2: Full HDCP 2.2 content protection for current 4K source and display devices.

Typical Applications

• Conference Room: 7-source HDMI/VGA switching with HDBaseT distance transport and USB conferencing device support for small-to-medium commercial meeting rooms.
• Huddle Room: Clean multi-source switcher with auto-scaling and built-in USB extension for compact collaboration spaces.
• Training Room: Instructor-controlled multi-source presentation switching for small classrooms and training environments.
• Commercial Meeting Space: Simple, no-external-scaler AV switching solution for managed meeting rooms in corporate facilities.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the VPX-1701 require a separate controller?

No — the VPX-1701 can operate standalone using front-panel buttons or contact closure source selectors. For automated AV control, it integrates natively with AMX NetLinx and MUSE controllers or third-party control systems via its open API.

What receiver is used with the HDBaseT output?

The VPX-1701 HDBaseT output is designed for use with the AMX DXL-RX-4K60 receiver, which provides 4K60 HDMI output at the display and USB 2.0 device return over the same Cat cable run.

Does it support USB conferencing devices like webcams?

Yes. The USB 2.0 transport over HDBaseT connects USB camera and speaker devices at the display location back to the table, allowing visiting laptop users to access USB conferencing hardware without extra cabling.

Is VGA scaling supported for legacy sources?

Yes. Both VGA inputs are scaled to the display's native resolution via the built-in auto-scaler — legacy VGA sources display correctly on modern 4K displays without manual configuration.

What AMX control systems are compatible?

The VPX-1701 is NetLinx native and compatible with AMX NetLinx NX series and MUSE controllers. It also supports an open API for integration with Crestron, Extron, and other third-party control systems.