Black Box AVSW-DP2X1 Instruction Manual
Black Box AVSW-DP2X1 Instruction Manual

Black Box AVSW-DP2X1 Instruction Manual

2 x 1 and 4 x 1 displayport switches

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AVSW-DP2X1
AVSW-DP2X1A AVSW-DP4X1A

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AVSW-DP4X1
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  • Page 1: Black Box

    Order toll-free in the U.S.: Call 877-877-BBOX (outside U.S. call 724-746-5500) Customer FREE technical support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: Call 724-746-5500 or fax Support 724-746-0746 • Mailing address: Black Box Corporation, 1000 Park Drive, Lawrence, Information PA 15055-1018 • Web site: www.blackbox.com • E-mail: info@blackbox.com...
  • Page 2 FCC and IC RFI Statements and NOM Statement FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION AND INDUSTRY CANADA RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy, and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause inter ference to radio communication.
  • Page 3 NOM Statement 5. El aparato eléctrico no deberá ser usado cerca del agua—por ejemplo, cerca de la tina de baño, lavabo, sótano mojado o cerca de una alberca, etc. 6. El aparato eléctrico debe ser usado únicamente con carritos o pedestales que sean recomendados por el fabricante.
  • Page 4 NOM Statement 18. Servicio por personal calificado deberá ser provisto cuando: A: El cable de poder o el contacto ha sido dañado; u B: Objectos han caído o líquido ha sido derramado dentro del aparato; o C: El aparato ha sido expuesto a la lluvia; o D: El aparato parece no operar normalmente o muestra un cambio en su desempeño;...
  • Page 5 Trademarks Used in this Manual Trademarks Used in this Manual Black Box and the Double Diamond logo are registered trademarks of BB Technologies, Inc. Xbox is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Wii is a registered trademark of Nintendo of America, Inc.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Installation Steps ................16 4. Operation ....................17 Front-Panel Indicators and Push Buttons ...........17 Remote Control ................18 4.3. Serial Control (AVSW-DP2X1A and AVSW-DP4X1A Only) ....19 5. Troubleshooting ..................20 Contacting Black Box ............... 20 Shipping and Packaging ..............20 Page 6 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com...
  • Page 7: Specifications

    Indicators — (2) LEDs: (1) Video (green), (1) Output (yellow) Power Consumption (Maximum) — 9 VDC, 1.5 A, 13.5 W Size — AVSW-DP2X1, AVSW-DP4X1: 0.8"H x 6.2"W x 2.6"D (2 x 15.7 x 6.6 cm); AVSW-DP2X1A, AVSW-DP4X1A: 1.4"H x 8.7"W x 3.9"D (3.6 x 22 x 9.9 cm) Weight —...
  • Page 8: Overview

    PC, serial controller devices, or home theater system, integrating the whole A/V environment (depends on model). 2.2 Features • Select (1) video from (2) or (4) different video sources (AVSW-DP2X1, AVSW-DP4X1). • Select (1) video plus (1) audio from (2) or (4) different video plus audio sources (AVSW-DP2X1A, AVSW-DP4X1A).
  • Page 9 • IR remote control • Serial cable • This user’s manual • (1) set of foot pads AVSW-DP2X1: • 2 x 1 DisplayPort Video Switch • Power adapter with required AC cord • This user’s manual • (1) set of foot pads AVSW-DP4X1: •...
  • Page 10: Hardware Description

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.4 Hardware Description 2.4.1 AVSW-DP2X1 Front and Back Panels Figure 2-1 shows the front panel of the AVSW-DP2X1. Figure 2-2 shows the back panel. Table 2-1 describes its components. Figure 2-1. AVSW-DP2X1 front panel. Figure 2-2. AVSW-DP2X1 back panel.
  • Page 11: Avsw-Dp2X1A Front And Back Panels

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.4.2 AVSW-DP2X1A Front and Back Panels Figure 2-3 shows the front panel of the AVSW-DP2X1A. Figure 2-4 shows the back panel. Table 2-2 describes its components. Figure 2-3. AVSW-DP2X1A front panel. Figure 2-4. AVSW-DP2X1A back panel. Page 11 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com...
  • Page 12: Avsw-Dp4X1 Front And Back Panels

    Chapter 2: Overview Table 2-2. AVSW-DP2X1A components. Number Component Description Lights when Input 1 is connected. Push buttons Press to select Input 1 or Input 2. Lights when power is on. Sensor IR sensor. Barrel connector Connects to power. Serial control port. 3.5-mm connector Links to audio out.
  • Page 13: Avsw-Dp4X1A Front And Back Panels

    Chapter 2: Overview Figure 2-6. AVSW-DP4X1 back panel. Table 2-3. AVSW-DP4X1 components. Number Component Description LEDs Light when input 1, 2, 3, or 4 is connected. Press this button in sequence to select the video source. Push button/LED The corresponding LED lights to indicate that a port is selected.
  • Page 14 Chapter 2: Overview Figure 2-8. AVSW-DP4X1A back panel. Table 2-4. AVSW-DP4X1A components. Number Component Description LEDs Light when inputs are connected. Push buttons Press to select input 1, 2, 3, or 4. Lights when power is on. Sensor IR sensor Barrel connector Connects to power.
  • Page 15: Installation

    Chapter 3: Installation 3. Installation Before installation, power off all devices that will be connected to this system. Make sure that all devices you will connect are properly grounded. Place cables away from fluorescent lights, air conditioners, and machines that are likely to generate electrical noise.
  • Page 16: Installation Steps

    Chapter 3: Installation Table 3-1. Connection pattern, AVSW-DP4X1A. Number Component Description Power supply Apply the proper power to the unit. Video output Connects to the display. Video source (input) Connects to the video source. Audio source (input) Connects to the audio source. Audio output Connects to the speaker.
  • Page 17: Operation

    Video Port LEDs 1–4 Lights yellow when the corresponding video port is selected. Power LED Lights yellow when the switch is powered on. AVSW-DP2X1 Video Port LEDs 1–2 Lights yellow when the corresponding video port is selected. Power LED Lights yellow when the switch is powered on.
  • Page 18: Remote Control

    (2) Video source Press the corresponding button to select Port 1 or Port 2. AVSW-DP4X1A (4) Video source Press the corresponding button to select Port 1–4. AVSW-DP2X1 (1) Video source Toggles between Port 1 and Port 2. AVSW-DP4X1 (1) Video source Toggles between Ports 1–4.
  • Page 19: Serial Control (Avsw-Dp2X1A And Avsw-Dp4X1A Only)

    Chapter 4: Operation 4.3 Serial Control (AVSW-DP2X1A and AVSW-DP4X1A Only) The Video Switch’s built-in serial interface allows users to control the Switch through a PC, serial controller devices, or home theater systems. Configure the controller’s serial port as shown below. Baud Rate: 9600 Data Bits: 8 Parity: None...
  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    • Package it carefully. We recommend that you use the original container. • If you are returning the unit, make sure you include everything you received with it. Before you ship for return or repair, contact Black Box to get a Return Authorization (RA) number.
  • Page 21 NOTES Page 21 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com...
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  • Page 23 NOTES Page 23 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com...
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