User Manual VS-881 Read this guide thoroughly and follow the installation and operation proce- dures carefully in order to prevent any damage to the units and/or any de- vices that connect to them. This package contains: M 1 8 Port Video Switch M 1 Infrared Remote Control Handset M 1 Infrared Receiver (with 1.8m attached cable)
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NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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Overview The VS-881 Video Switch is a modern control unit that allows you to conveniently display the video output of eight separate computer systems on a single monitor, or via a multimedia projector - thereby eliminating the unnecessary expense of purchasing a separate monitor for each computer.
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Features Displays the video output of eight separate computers on a single monitor or projector New modern concentric design with logical connector layout for quick and easy access Fast and convenient computer selection via push buttons or infrared (IR) remote control External IR Receiver (1.8m) for maximum efficiency and convenience Extra-thin IR handset allows easy storage in the...
System Requirements One VGA, SVGA, XGA, or Multisync compatible analog monitor, with a standard PC high density cable having a 15 pin HDB type male connector One VGA, SVGA, XGA,or Multisync analog video card having a standard PC 15 pin HDB type female connector per computer.
Front View IR Reciever Port The external IR Receiver has an attached cable that allows it to be placed anywhere up to 1.8m from the switch, The cable from the external IR Receiver plugs in here. Monitor Port The cable from the monitor or digital projector plugs in here.
Rear View Video Ports The cables that connect to the computer video ports plug in here. There are eight video ports distributed around the VS-881’s circumference. - 5 - 2002-12-13...
Top View Port LEDs A LED lights ORANGE to indicate the computer connected to to its corresponding port is Online. The LED changes to GREEN to indicate the computer connected to to its corresponding port is the one that is currently selected.
Press a button (1 to 8) to switch the video focus to the computer connected to to its corresponding port. Note: The VS-881’s remote control handset comes packaged in protective plastic film. Please remove this film before operating it with the VS-881 main unit.
Installation Installation is simply a matter of plugging in cables. 1. Make sure that power to all the devices you will be connecting up have been turned off. 2. Plug the monitor or digital projector cable into the unit’s Monitor port. 3.
Manual Port Up / Port Down Use the Port Up and Port Down buttons, located on the top of the VS-881 unit, to cycle the video focus to the port you want. A Port LED changes from ORANGE to GREEN to indicate that the computer connected to its corresponding port has the video focus.
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The selected port’s LED changes from ORANGE to GREEN to indicate that the computer connected to its corresponding port has the video focus. Note: The VS-881’s Remote Control Unit has a maximum infrared-signal range of up to10 meters. For optimum performance make sure that there is a clear line-of-site between the handset and the receiver.
Specifications Function Specification Connectors 8 HDB-15 Male Video In 1 HDB-15 Female Video Out 1 Power Adapter Jack Power In 1 Earphone Jack LEDs 8 Online / Selected (Orange / Green) 1 VGA Display ON/OFF (Blue) Port Selection Push Button Switches / IR Remote Control Video Resolution 2048 x 1536 Power Consumption...
Limited Warranty IN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR’S LIABILITY FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, DISK, OR ITS DOCUMENTATION EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT. The direct vendor makes no warranty or representation, expressed, implied, or statutory with respect to the contents or use of this documentation, and especially disclaims its quality, performance, merchantability, or...