Extron electronics SW HD 4K Series Setup Manual

SW HD 4K Series • Setup Guide
The Extron SW HD 4K Series are two and four input HDMI switchers for 4K video signals. They are designed for 4K signal
switching between multiple HDMI source devices to a single display. The switchers support computer and video resolutions up
to 4K and 1080p/60 with Deep Color, as well as data rates up to 10.2 Gbps, 3D, Lip Sync, and HD lossless audio formats. All
models feature EDID Minder
HDMI sources power up properly and maintain correct video output. The switchers provide automatic input cable equalization up
to 25 feet (7.6 meters) of Extron HDMI Pro Series cable when a 300 MHz signal input signal is applied (100 feet with 165 MHz).
The SW HD 4K Series offers front panel USB and rear panel RS‑232, IR, contact closure, and auto‑input switching control options
for integration into various environments. This guide provides instructions for an experienced installer to set up and operate these
switchers.
For full installation, configuration, and operation details, see the SW HD 4K Series User Guide, available at www.extron.com.

Rear Panel Features and Connections

B
INPUTS
SW2 HD 4K
POWER
1 2
12V
0.5A MAX
A
Figure 1.
SW2 HD 4K Rear Panel
SW4 HD 4K
POWER
1 2
12V
0.5A MAX
A
Figure 2. SW4 HD 4K Rear Panel
A 2‑pole captive screw power connector
HDMI input connectors
B
C HDMI output connector

Installation Steps

Turn off all of the equipment and disconnect it from the power source.
1.
2. Mount the switcher on a rack shelf or furniture (optional).
Connect HDMI input sources to one or more of the SW HD 4K input connectors (see figures 1 and 2,
3.
NOTE:
LockIt cable lacing brackets, one for each HDMI input and output connector, are provided with the SW HD 4K.
®
These brackets can be used to secure the HDMI cables to the rear panel connectors to reduce stress on the HDMI
connectors and prevent signal loss due to loose cable connections. For information on attaching the LockIt brackets,
see the LockIt HDMI Lacing Bracket Installation Guide card, available at www.extron.com.
Connect an HDMI output device to the output connector (
4.
output.
, which maintains continuous EDID communication with connected devices and ensures that the
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C
OUTPUT
B C
INPUTS OUTPUT
3 4
D
E
F
D E
C G T +V
1
CONTACT IN/TALLY OUT
RS-232 AUTO
2
C G T Tx Rx G
D F
D E
C G T C G T +V
1 3
CONTACT IN/TALLY OUT
RS-232 AUTO
2 4
Tx Rx G
C G T C G T
D F
Contact closure input and tally output connectors
Tally +V connectors
RS‑232 and auto‑input switching connectors
). By default, the EDID of this device is stored at the HDMI
C
Product Category
).
B
1