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Black Box AC1056-2 Manual

Black Box AC1056-2 Manual

Compact video splitters

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Compact Video Splitters
CUSTOMER SUPPORT INFORMATION
Order toll-free in the U.S.: Call 877-877-BBOX (outside U.S. call 724-746-5500)
FREE technical support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: Call 724-746-5500 or fax 724-746-0746
Mailing address: Black Box Corporation, 1000 Park Drive, Lawrence, PA 15055-1018
Web site: www.blackbox.com • E-mail: info@blackbox.com
FEBRUARY 2005
AC1056-2
AC1056-4
AC1056-8

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Summary of Contents for Black Box AC1056-2

  • Page 1 Order toll-free in the U.S.: Call 877-877-BBOX (outside U.S. call 724-746-5500) FREE technical support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: Call 724-746-5500 or fax 724-746-0746 Mailing address: Black Box Corporation, 1000 Park Drive, Lawrence, PA 15055-1018 Web site: www.blackbox.com • E-mail: info@blackbox.com...
  • Page 2 FCC AND IC RFI STATEMENTS FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION 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 interference 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 B of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference...
  • Page 3 COMPACT VIDEO SPLITTERS 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 10. El equipo eléctrico deber ser situado fuera del alcance de fuentes de calor como radiadores, registros de calor, estufas u otros aparatos (incluyendo amplificadores) que producen calor. 11. El aparato eléctrico deberá ser connectado a una fuente de poder sólo del tipo descrito en el instructivo de operación, o como se indique en el aparato.
  • Page 5 COMPACT VIDEO SPLITTERS TRADEMARKS USED IN THIS MANUAL Any trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowledged to be the property of the trademark owners.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Appendix. Troubleshooting....14 A.1 Calling Black Box ....14...
  • Page 7: Specifications

    COMPACT VIDEO SPLITTERS 1. Specifications Number of VGA Outputs: AC1056-2: (2); AC1056-4: (4); AC1056-8: (8) Signal Bandwidth: AC1056-2, AC1056-4: 350 MHz; AC1056-8: 300 MHz Signal Type: VGA, SVGA, Multi-sync Cable Length: AC1056-2: (1) 10-ft. (3-m) input cable, (1) 10-ft. (3-m) output cable;...
  • Page 8 Power: Input: 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz autosensing inline power supply; Output: 5 VDC, 500 mA Size: AC1056-2: 0.9"H x 3.3"W x 2.7"D (2.3 x 8.4 x 6.9 cm); AC1056-4: 1.6"H x 3.3"W x 2.7"D (4.1 x 8.4 x 6.9 cm);...
  • Page 9: Overview

    COMPACT VIDEO SPLITTERS 2. Overview The Compact Video Splitter (2-, 4-, or 8-port) broadcasts and boosts one VGA signal source to 2, 4, or 8 VGA monitors. Use it for presentations, exhibits, demonstrations, trade shows, monitor testing, or business meetings. There’s no software or interface card to install.
  • Page 10 Support for details.) If the VGA input is lost, the splitter automatically saves power. What’s Included Your package should contain the following items. If anything is missing or damaged, contact Black Box at 724-746-5500. AC1056-2: • (1) Compact Video Splitter, 2-Port •...
  • Page 11 COMPACT VIDEO SPLITTERS • This user’s manual AC1056-8: • (1) Compact Video Splitter, 8-Port • (1) 10-ft. (3-m) input cable • (7) 10-ft. (3-m) output cables • This user’s manual...
  • Page 12: Installation

    CHAPTER 3: Installation 3. Installation 1. For the 2-port model (AC1056-2), you’ll need two HD15 male-to-male output cables (one of these cables is included) to connect each video splitter’s output connector to each computer’s VGA output connector. You’ll also need one input cable (included).
  • Page 13 COMPACT VIDEO SPLITTERS VGA outputs to computers Compact Video Splitter, 8-Port (AC1056-8) VGA outputs to computers VGA input Figure 3-1. Compact Video Splitter, 8-Port (AC1056-8) connection. 2. You’ll also need to connect the Compact Video Splitter’s input connector to the VGA source. Use an HD15 male-to-male cable (included) for this connection.
  • Page 14: Operation

    CHAPTER 4: Operation 4. Operation Once the Compact Video Splitter is installed, it operates unattended. The splitter has two front-panel LEDs that indicate its status at a glance. • The Active LED lights when there is a VGA signal at the input port. •...
  • Page 15: Appendix. Troubleshooting

    COMPACT VIDEO SPLITTERS Appendix. Troubleshooting A.1 Calling Black Box If you determine that your Compact Video Splitter is malfunctioning, do not attempt to alter or repair the unit. It contains no user-serviceable parts. Contact Black Box at 724-746-5500. Before you do, make a record of the history of the problem.
  • Page 16: Shipping And Packaging

    • Package it carefully. We recommend that you use the original container. • If you are shipping the Compact Video Splitter for repair, make sure you include everything that came in the original package. Before you ship, contact Black Box to get a Return Authorization (RA) number.
  • Page 17 © Copyright 2005. Black Box Corporation. All rights reserved. 1000 Park Drive • Lawrence, PA 15055-1018 • 724-746-5500 • Fax 724-746-0746...

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