Black Box AVSW-HDMI4X4 User Manual
Black Box AVSW-HDMI4X4 User Manual

Black Box AVSW-HDMI4X4 User Manual

Hdmi matrix switches

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HDMI Matrix Switches
Switch multiple HDMI sources to multiple
displays in any combination.
Order toll-free in the U.S.: Call 877-877-BBOX (outside U.S. call 724-746-5500)
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FREE technical support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: Call 724-746-5500 or fax
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Information
PA 15055-1018 • Web site: www.blackbox.com • E-mail: info@blackbox.com

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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 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. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference...
  • Page 3 NOM Statement Normas Oficiales Mexicanas (NOM) Electrical Safety Statement INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD 1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado. 2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para referencia futura.
  • Page 4 NOM Statement 12. Precaución debe ser tomada de tal manera que la tierra fisica y la polarización del equipo no sea eliminada. 13. Los cables de la fuente de poder deben ser guiados de tal manera que no sean pisados ni pellizcados por objetos colocados sobre o contra ellos, poniendo particular atención a los contactos y receptáculos donde salen del aparato.
  • 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. AMX is a registered trademark of AMX LLC. Control4 is a registered trademark of Control4 Corporation.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents 1. Specifications ....................7 2. Overview..................... 8 Introduction ..................8 2.2 Features ..................... 8 2.3 What’s Included ................. 9 2.4 Hardware Description ................ 9 2.4.1 Front Panel ................9 2.4.2 Back Panel ................11 3.
  • Page 7: Specifications

    Resolutions Supported: PC: Up to 1920 x 1200; HDTV: 480i, 576i, 480p, 576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p CE Approval: Yes RoHS: Yes Connectors: AVSW-HDMI4X4: Input: (4) HDMI F; Output: (4) HDMI F; Control/command port: (1) DB9 F (RS-232); AVSW-HDMI2X4: Input: (2) HDMI F;...
  • Page 8: Overview

    2. Overview 2.1 Introduction HDMI Matrix Switches from Black Box support sharp, highly defined video in HD resolutions of up to 1080p—with a bandwidth of 6.75 Gbps. Any input can be routed to any output, or the same input can be routed to all outputs or any combination, eliminating the need to manually move various cables to display HDMI video from different sources on different screens.
  • Page 9: What's Included

    RS-232 console. • Supports resolutions up to 1080p. 2.3 What’s Included Your package should include the following items. If anything is missing or damaged, contact Black Box Technical Support at 724-746-5500 or info@blackbox.com. • Matrix switch • Rackmount kit • 12-VDC power supply adapter •...
  • Page 10 Chapter 2: Overview Table 2-1. Front panel components. Number Component Description Power switch and Press this button to power the switch on LED indicator or off. LEDs 1–4 Provides input port status Input selector A Press the HDMI OUT A button repeatedly to switch to your desired source, and the LED will light to indicate which input source is selected and...
  • Page 11: Back Panel

    Chapter 2: Overview 2.4.2 Back Panel Figure 2-2 shows the back panel of the converter. Table 2-2 describes its components. Figure 2-2. Back panel. Table 2-2. Back-panel components. Number Component Description (4) HDMI connectors HDMI outputs: Connect each of these output ports to the HDMI input of an HDMI display.
  • Page 12: Remote Control Functions

    Chapter 3: Remote Control Functions 3. Remote Control Functions Figures 3-1 through 3-4 show the remote controls. Table 3-1 describes their components. Table 3-1. Remote Control Components. Number Component Description Input Select Press 1, 2, 3, or 4 to select the desired for HDMI OUT A input source for HDMI OUT A Input Select...
  • Page 13 Chapter 3: Remote Control Functions Figure 3-1. 4 x 4 HDMI Matrix Switch remote control overlay. Page 13 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com AVSW-HDMI2X2...
  • Page 14 Chapter 3: Remote Control Functions Figure 3-2. 4 x 2 HDMI Matrix Switch remote control overlay. Figure 3-3. 2 x 2 HDMI Matrix Switch remote control overlay. Page 14 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com AVSW-HDMI2X2...
  • Page 15 Chapter 3: Remote Control Functions Figure 3-4. 2 x 4 HDMI Matrix Switch remote control overlay. Page 15 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com AVSW-HDMI2X2...
  • Page 16: Rs-232 Serial Interface

    Chapter 4: RS-232 Serial Interface 4. RS-232 Serial Interface 4.1 Pin Definitions Table 4-1. RS-232 pin definitions. AVSW-HDMI Switch Remote Control Console Definition Definition Not connected Not connected Not connected Not connected Not connected Not connected Not connected Not connected Not connected Not connected Not connected...
  • Page 17: Commands

    Chapter 5: RS-232 Serial Commands 5. RS-232 Serial Commands To switch inputs to outputs: SBI02O0Y (where X is the output number [1-4] and Y is the input number [1-4]). Unit will respond with: SBUD0XOY (where X is the output number [1-4] and Y is the input number [1-4]). Example: Send input 2 to output 3: SBI02O03: Send SBUD02O3: Recvd...
  • Page 18: Front Panel Lock

    Chapter 5: RS-232 Serial Commands SBSYSMOF: Send SVBALOFAK: Rcvd 5.3 Front Panel Lock NOTE: Hard resetting the unit will unlock the front panel controls. SBSYSMLK: When the front panel is locked, you can only make changes by RS-232. SBSYSMUL : Front panel unlock. Unit will respond with: SBSYSLOK: Front panel has been locked.
  • Page 19: Typical Application

    Chapter 6: Typical Application 6. Typical Application Blu-ray player player Set-top box Matrix Switch HDTV 1 HDTV 2 HDTV 3 HDTV 4 Figure 6-1. Example application. Page 19 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com AVSW-HDMI2X2...
  • Page 20: Safety Information

    It may also cause damage to your matrix switch. Opening the product will void the warranty. Do not attempt to service the unit. Instead disconnect it and contact Black Box Technical Support at 724-746-5500 or info@blackbox.com. Page 20 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com...
  • Page 21 NOTES Page 21 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com AVSW-HDMI2X2...
  • Page 22 NOTES Page 22 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com AVSW-HDMI2X2...
  • Page 23 NOTES Page 23 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com AVSW-HDMI2X2...
  • Page 24 724-746-5500 or blackbox.com. About Black Box Black Box Network Services is your source for more than 118,000 networking and infrastructure products. You’ll find everything from cabinets and racks and power and surge protection products to media converters and Ethernet switches all supported by free, live 24/7 Tech support available in 30 seconds or less.

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