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- Page 1 SW8 VGA Ars SW12 VGA Ars SW8/12 VGA Ars Computer Video and Audio Switchers 68-1513-01 Rev. A 05 08...
- Page 2 Precautions Safety Instructions • English This symbol is intended to alert the user of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature provided with the equipment. This symbol is intended to alert the user of the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that may present a risk of electric shock.
- Page 3 FCC Class A Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
- Page 4 SW8/12 VGA Ars • Quick Start Connect the sleeves to ground ( ). Connecting a sleeve to a negative (-) terminal will damage the audio output circuits. Audio outputs FIXED VARIABLE DB9 Pin Locations Female SW12 VGA Ars FIXED VARIABLE RS-232 RS-232 control port QS-1...
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Page 5: Troubleshooting
Step 10 Make the Normal/Auto Switch mode selection: • Normal — Hold Mode button and press Normal button. The Auto Switch LED is off. All input buttons function normally. • Auto switch — Hold Mode button and press Auto button. The Auto Switch LED is on. -
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Chapter One • Introduction About This Manual ... 1-2 About the SW8/12 VGA Ars Switchers Features ... 1-3 Chapter Two • Installation and Operation Mounting the SW8/12 VGA Ars Switcher Desktop placement ... 2-2 Rack mounting ... 2-2 UL guidelines for rack mounting ... - Page 7 Table of Contents, cont’d Appendix A • Specifications, Part Numbers, Accessories Specifications ... A-2 Part Numbers and Accessories SW8/12 VGA Ars switchers Included parts ... A-4 Cables and Adapters Accessories ... A-4 All trademarks mentioned in this manual are the properties of their respective owners. SW8/12 VGA Ars •...
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Page 8: Chapter One • Introduction
SW8/12 VGA Ars Chapter One Introduction About This Manual About the SW8/12 VGA Ars Switchers Features... - Page 9 Introduction About This Manual This manual describes the function, installation, operation, and control of the SW8 VGA Ars and SW12 VGA Ars, 8- or 12-input, 2-output computer video (VGA) and audio switchers. About the SW8/12 VGA Ars Switchers The Extron SW8/12 VGA Ars switchers support audio video (A/V) systems that require 8 or 12 high resolution VGA-QXGA video and audio inputs to be switched to 1 or 2 outputs.
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Page 10: Features
Features SW8/12 VGA Ars switcher features include: • 8 or 12 video inputs with 15-pin HD connectors • 8 or 12 3.5 mm stereo mini jacks for audio • Two 15-pin HD output connectors for video • Two captive screw output connectors for audio •... - Page 11 Introduction, cont’d SW8/12 VGA Ars • Introduction...
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Page 12: Mounting The Sw8/12 Vga Ars Switcher
SW8/12 VGA Ars Chapter Two Installation and Operation Mounting the SW8/12 VGA Ars Switcher Rear Panel Cable Connections Front Panel Operating the SW8/12 VGA Ars Switchers... -
Page 13: Desktop Placement
Installation and Operation Mounting the SW8/12 VGA Ars Switcher The SW8/12 VGA Ars can be placed on a desktop or easily mounted: • In a rack • Under a desktop • Through a desktop Desktop placement Affix the four included rubber feet to the bottom of the unit and place it in any convenient location. -
Page 14: Mounting Instructions
Mounting instructions Rack mounting requires the included MBD 149 1U, through-desk and rack mounting kit (part #70-077-03). Rack mount an SW8/12 VGA Ars unit as follows: If present, remove the four rubber feet from the bottom of the unit. Use four supplied 8-32 x 5/16” long screws to secure a mounting bracket to each side of the unit (figure 2-1). -
Page 15: Mounting Under A Desktop
Installation and Operation, cont’d Mounting under a desktop Under-desk mounting requires the optional MBU 149 1U, under-desk mounting kit (part #70-222-01). Mount an SW8/12 VGA Ars under a desktop as follows: Install the mounting brackets on the unit’s sides with the eight machine screws provided in the kit. -
Page 16: Mounting Through A Desktop
Mounting through a desktop Through desktop mounting requires the included MBD 149 1U, through-desk and rack mounting kit (part #70-077-03). Mount an SW8/12 VGA Ars unit through a desktop as follows: If present, remove the four rubber feet from the bottom of the unit. Cut an appropriately sized hole in the desktop. -
Page 17: Rear Panel
100-240V 50/60Hz 1.2A MAX Figure 2-5 — SW12 VGA Ars rear panel AC power receptacle — Plug a standard IEC power cord into this receptacle to connect the switcher to a 120/240 VAC, 50/60 Hz power source. Computer video input connectors — 8 or 12 15-pin HD female connectors. -
Page 18: Cable Connections
Cable Connections Power connection When you are ready to apply power to your SW8/12 VGA Ars unit, connect the female end of the power cord to the AC outlet at the left edge of the rear panel, and connect the male end of the power cord to a 120/240 VAC power outlet. When power is applied all front panel LEDs light for one second, then go out. -
Page 19: Audio Input Connections
Installation and Operation, cont’d Audio input connections The switchers have 8 or 12 3.5mm female audio jacks adjacent to the corresponding computer video input port. Name Ring Sleeve 100-240V 50/60Hz 1.2A MAX Figure 2-8 — Audio input connectors Video output connections The SW8/12 VGA Ars switchers have two output ports that provide simultaneous, buffered video output of the selected video input signal. -
Page 20: Audio Output Connections
5 (ground) are required. Disconnect all other conductors in the attachment cable for proper operation. FIXED VARIABLE Figure 2-12 — RS-232 control port SW8/12 VGA Ars • Installation and Operation SW12 VGA Ars RS-232 Ring Ring Unbalanced Balanced... -
Page 21: Vsw I Aap Connection
Installation and Operation, cont’d VSW I AAP connection The VSW I AAP (part #70-529-11, -21, -51) is an optional Architectural Adapter Plate that provides remote input connection and selection for some Extron switchers. The VSW I AAP can be connected to the SW8/12 VGA Ars input ports for input selection control. - Page 22 Connect a VGA cable from an input device to the Computer input port on the VSW I AAP. Apply power to the display device, the switcher, and then the input source. Press the “Show Me” button on the VSW I AAP. The video input to the VSW I AAP is directed to the switcher’s output ports and should now be present on the display device.
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Page 23: Ir 102 Remote Control Connection
50/60Hz 1.2A MAX IR 102 Remote Control Figure 2-16 — A typical switcher application w/IR 102 remote control 2-12 SW8/12 VGA Ars • Installation and Operation SW12 VGA Ars Switcher SW12 VGA Ars FIXED VARIABLE RS-232 6' Cable IR 102 Remote... -
Page 24: Front Panel
MODE NORMAL AUTO Figure 2-18 — SW12 VGA Ars front panel Auto switch active LED — Lights when the auto switch mode is enabled. Input buttons and LEDs— Depending on the model there are eight or twelve input buttons and corresponding LEDs. To select an input, press the desired input button. -
Page 25: Operating The Sw8/12 Vga Ars Switchers
• The SW8 VGA Ars has 8 input selection buttons. • The SW12 VGA Ars has 12 input selection buttons. Mode selection — See the front panel descriptions on the previous page. 2-14 SW8/12 VGA Ars • Installation and Operation... -
Page 26: Chapter Three • Control
SW8/12 VGA Ars Chapter Three Control Remote control via Simple Instruction Set (SIS™) Updating Firmware... -
Page 27: Remote Control Via Simple Instruction Set
Control Remote Control via Simple Instruction Set (SIS The SW8/12 VGA Ars switchers can be controlled via RS-232 using Extron’s Simple Instruction Set (SIS The RS-232 port communications protocols are: 9600 baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity, and no flow control. Cable pinouts are shown in the table below. Only pins 2, 3, and 5 are required. -
Page 28: Error Responses
Error response codes are: E01 — Invalid input channel number (out of range) E06 — Invalid input channel change (auto-switch mode active) E09 — Invalid function (mode) parameter E10 — Invalid command E13 —... -
Page 29: Command/Response Table For Sis Commands
Select input video and audio. Select input video only. Select input audio only. Set switch mode to normal. Set switch mode to auto. Each response is the signal status from each input ’s signal status. The input signal is present on inputs 1,2,3,4,6, and 7. - Page 30 Response Additional description (switcher to host) •A •F •Vmt •Amt Current video/audio selection/ switch mode /mute status. x = part number 60-xxx-21 y.yy = firmware to two decimals y.yy “Upl” appears after the upload is ...go ... Upl complete. Reset output volume to 100.
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Page 31: Updating Firmware
Control, cont’d Updating Firmware Firmware updates for the SW8/12 VGA Ars are available on the Extron Web site. The Firmware Loader software is also available from the Extron site. Use the SIS “Q” command to determine the switcher’s current firmware level. Downloading the firmware To obtain the latest version of firmware for your SW8/12 VGA Ars switcher: Visit the Extron Web site, click the Download tab, then click the Firmware link... -
Page 32: Loading The Firmware To The Switcher
Follow the instructions on the rest of the download screens to save the executable firmware file to your computer. Note the folder to which you save the file. In the Windows Explorer or other file browser, locate the downloaded executable file, and double-click on it to open it. Follow the instructions on the Installation Wizard screens to install the new firmware on your computer. - Page 33 Control, cont’d Figure 3-5 — Extron firmware loader screen Click OK. The firmware selection screen appears. On the firmware selection screen, click Browse to open the Choose Firmware File window, and locate the firmware file that you downloaded. (By default, the firmware file is placed at c: Program Files\Extron\Firmware\SW when downloaded from the Extron Web site.) Figure 3-6 —...
- Page 34 On the Choose Firmware File window, double-click on the new firmware file to open it. The Choose Firmware File window closes, and the path to the selected firmware file is displayed in the “Select a firmware file” field on the firmware file selection screen.
- Page 35 Control, cont’d 3-10 SW8/12 VGA Ars • Control...
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Page 36: Appendix A • Specifications, Part Numbers, Accessories
SW8/12 VGA Ars A ppendix A Specifications, Part Numbers, Accessories Specifications Part Numbers and Accessories... -
Page 37: Specifications
Specifications, Part Numbers, Accessories Specifications Video Gain ... Unity Bandwidth ... 350 MHz (-3 dB) Crosstalk ... -68 dB @ 10 MHz Video input Number/signal type ... 8 or 12 (depending on the model) VGA-QXGA RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB, RsGsBs computer video, and HDTV component video Connectors ... -
Page 38: Audio Input
Audio input Number/signal type ... 8 or 12 (depending on the model) stereo, unbalanced Connectors ... 8 or 12 (depending on the model) 3.5 mm female stereo mini jacks; tip (L), ring (R), sleeve (Gnd) Impedance ... >10k ohms unbalanced, DC coupled Nominal level ... -
Page 39: Part Numbers And Accessories
Specifications are subject to change without notice. Part Numbers and Accessories SW8/12 VGA Ars switchers Model SW8 VGA Ars SW12 VGA Ars Included parts Description MBD 149 rack mount and through desk mounting kit 5-pole, 3.5mm captive screw connector w/strain relief (10) - Page 40 Extron Electronics warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years from the date of purchase. In the event of malfunction during the warranty period attributable directly to faulty workmanship and/or materials, Extron Electronics will, at its option, repair or replace said products or components, to whatever extent it shall deem necessary to restore said product to proper operating condition, provided that it is returned within the warranty period, with proof of purchase and description of malfunction to:...
- Page 41 Extron Electronics, USA 1230 South Lewis Street Anaheim, CA 92805 800.633.9876 714.491.1500 FAX 714.491.1517 www.extron.com Extron Electronics, Asia Extron Electronics, Europe 135 Joo Seng Rd. #04-01 Beeldschermweg 6C PM Industrial Bldg., Singapore 368363 3821 AH Amersfoort, The Netherlands +800.7339.8766 +65.6383.4400 +800.3987.6673 +31.33.453.4040 FAX +65.6383.4664 FAX +31.33.453.4050...
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