When trouble or malfunctioning has occurred ..................vi Concerning the configuration of this manual .....................vii What is packed with the switcher ........................vii Chapter 1 CONCERNING THE VD-1673 ........................ 1 General description ..........................1 Features..............................1 Panel parts and their functions........................ 2 1.3.1 Front panel...........................
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Connector specifications ........................21 4.2.1 HDMI connector specifications ....................21 4.2.2 EXT I/F connector specifications....................22 Precautions ............................23 Concerning the performance of the VD-1673..................23 Concerning the CONFIGURATION switches ..................23 Concerning the CEC line........................23 Concerning the pre-emphasis level....................... 23...
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Updated version history Ver. Date Page Section no. Description of changes made 1.00 2009/03/16 Initial version 1.10 2009/04/07 2.3.2 Added “Control method - VG-870 series generator.” Added “Concerning the CONFIGURATION switches.” Errors corrected, etc.
Thank you very much for purchasing this HDMI switcher. This manual contains details on the operation procedures to be followed when the VD-1673 is used, the checkpoints and precautions to be observed, and so on. Improper handling may result in malfunctioning so before using the VD-1673, please read through these instructions to ensure that you will operate the switcher correctly.
FG cable provided or a similar cable to connect the frame ground (FG) terminal on the other unit to the frame ground (FG) terminal on the VD-1673 switcher. Failure to connect these terminals may cause the product to fail or malfunction.
Concerning the configuration of this manual This manual contains the instructions for operating the VD-1673 switcher. It is configured as shown in the table below, and it describes the control methods, precautions and other aspects. Read through the manual carefully to ensure that the switcher will be operated properly.
CONCERNING THE VD-1673 General description The model VD-1673 is an HDMI signal switcher which is provided with two HDMI input ports and eight output ports. It enables the input ports to be switched for TVs which have a multiple number of HDMI inputs without having to change the cable connections.
These indicate the output ports which are currently selected. (The lighted LEDs indicate the corresponding ports which are currently selected.) CONFIGURATION switches Refer to “CONFIGURATION switches” below (on page 3). POWER switch This used to turn the power of the VD-1673 on and off.
Name of part Description of setting EXT I/F connector Used to control the VD-1673 by inputting signals to this connector when “EXT I/F connector” control has been selected as the control mode. INPUT These are the HDMI input ports of the VD-1673.
Select the control mode, and set it using the CONFIGURATION switches on the front panel of the VD-1673. Connecting the units Connect the units to the HDMI input and output ports of the VD-1673. Setting the input ports Select the input ports in line with the control mode selected.
Chapter 1 CONCERNING THE VD-1673 Examples of connections When controlling the switcher from the EXT I/F connector AC IN(100-240V)T3.15A EXT I/F Remote control unit or other jig When controlling the switcher from the VG series generator Source Source unit Source unit 2 Source A C IN(100-240V)T3.
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When using the SELECTION mode as the HDMI output mode VG series generator A C IN(100-240V)T3. 15A EXT I /F OUT1 OUT2 OUT3 OUT4 OUT5 OUT6 OUT7 OUT8 HDCP OK EDID OK CEC OK Sink Sink units When using the DISTRIBUTION mode as the HDMI output mode (* only when HDCP is OFF) VG series generator A C IN(100-240V)T3.
VG series generator. VG series generator Once the control method has been set, the switches of the VD-1673 must be used to set the switcher’s operations in line with the control method selected. Exercising control using the switcher’s front panel...
“3.1 Output modes” (on page 15). Exercising control using the switcher’s EXT I/F connector The VD-1673 can be controlled using the EXT I/F connector on its rear panel. 2.2.1 Setting the CONFIGURATION switches In order to enable control to be exercised using the EXT I/F connector on the switcher’s rear panel, CONFIGURATION switches no.1 and 2 on the front panel must be set to the positions shown in the...
Chapter 2 CONTROL METHODS (CONTROL MODES) 2.2.2 Control method Set the signals of the EXT I/F connector as shown in the table below. For details on the connector pin positions, refer to “4.2.2 EXT I/F connector” (on page 22); for details on the input levels, refer to “4.1.2 EXT I/F”...
In order to enable control to be exercised using a VG series generator, CONFIGURATION switches no.1 and 2 on the front panel of the VD-1673 must be set to the positions shown in the table below. Table CONFIGURATION switch settings Switch no.
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Chapter 2 CONTROL METHODS (CONTROL MODES) Control When the VG-870 series generator is operated in the sequence shown below, the “VD-1673 (HDMI SWITCHER)” control screen appears on the display. MENU → select “Program Edit” → SET → select “OUTPUT” →...
2.3.3 Control method - VG-849 or 859 series generator To control the VD-1673 using a VG-849 or 859 series generator, proceed with the connections and control in the sequences given below. Connections Using the HDMI cable, connect the HDMI output port of the VG-849 or 859 series generator to the input 1 port of the VD-1673.
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Chapter 2 CONTROL METHODS (CONTROL MODES) Table Control method using VG series generator Setting item Description Setting Description Mode Output mode selection SELECTION mode *2 DISTRIBUTION mode *2 Input port selection Input port 1 Input port 2 Out *1 Output port selection Output port 1 Output port 2 Output port 3...
DESCRIPTION OF FUNCTIONS The VD-1673 can select any one of the input and output ports and output signals or it can distribute the signals from a multiple number of output ports, and output them. These functions are described in more detail below.
The DDC and CEC signals of the port which has not been selected are cut off. Output port selection One of the VD-1673’s eight output ports can be selected or signals can be distributed to all of its output ports and then output.
Chapter 3 DESCRIPTION OF FUNCTIONS Operations during power OFF When no power is supplied to the VD-1673, the operations of the DDC line items are performed in the modes below. Table Operations during power OFF Setting item Description Input port selection...
4.1.3 General specifications Table General specifications Item Specification Supply voltage AC100 V to 240 V Power line frequency 50/60 Hz Power consumption 10 W External dimensions 140 mm × 370 mm × 44 mm Weight 1.32 kg Ambient operating temperature 5°C to 40°C Ambient operating humidity 30% to 80% RH (no condensation)
Precautions Concerning the performance of the VD-1673 • Depending on the signals which are input to the VD-1673, it may not be possible to output the output signals properly. • It is not recommended that the VD-1673 be used at multiple stages.
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