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Order toll-free in the U.S. 24 hours, 7 A.M. Monday to midnight Friday: 877-877-BBOX CUSTOMER FREE technical support, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: Call 724-746-5500 or fax 724-746-0746 SUPPORT Mail order: Black Box Corporation, 1000 Park Drive, Lawrence, PA 15055-1018 INFORMATION Web site: www.blackbox.com • E-mail: info@blackbox.com...
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2-Channel Component Video Splitter/Switch TRADEMARKS USED IN THIS MANUAL BLACK BOX and its logo are registered trademarks of Black Box Corporation. Apple and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
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Model AC1030A FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION AND CANADIAN DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS 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.
2-Channel Component Video Splitter/Switch 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.
1. Introduction 1.1 General The Model AC1030A is a versatile dual-purpose unit that can function as either a Video Splitter (1 in x 2 out) or a Switcher (2 in x 1 out). Its mode of operation is set via a convenient front panel switch. The device is compatible with analog Component Video (YCbCr, or YPbPr) and RGB (sync-on-green) signals.
Model AC1030A 1.2 Features • Dual-purpose unit; can work as a splitter or as a switch • Perfect for high quality video • Supports all resolutions including 720p and 1080i • LED Indicators • Compact and Economical • Installs in minutes •...
RCA-to-BNC adapters, and this Manual. No cables are included with this device, if you need to purchase Component cables for inputs and outputs please contact Black Box. Prior to applying the power supply to the unit, decide if the application calls for a Splitter (1 in x 2 out) or a Switch (2 in x 1 out) and set the mode of operation via the front panel switch.
Model AC1030A 3. Operation When the AC1030A is configured as a Splitter, both LED’s on the front panel (labeled A and B) will be lit and the push-button switches are disabled. Alternatively, if the unit is acting as a Switch, only on of the LED’s on the front panel will be lit.
If you need to transport or ship your Splitter: • Package it carefully. We recommend that you use the original container. • Before you ship the unit back to Black Box for repair or return, contact us to get a Return Authorization (RA) number.
Model AC1030A 5. Specifications Standards Analog Component Video YPbPr or YCbCr and RGB signals with sync-on-green. Resolutions All Standard TV, HDTV and PC resolutions Including: 640 X 480, 720 X 480, 720 X 576, 800 X 600, 1024 X 768, 1280 X 720, 1280 X 768, 1280 X 1024, 1600 X 1200, 1920 X 1080 Temperature Operating: 32 to 122°F (0 to 50°C);...
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2-Channel Component Video Splitter/Switch...