Introduction; General - Hall Research Technologies VSM-A-4-4 User Manual

1. Introduction

1.1 General

Thank you for purchasing this professional quality and compact Genesis™ Matrix
Switch from Hall Research. This User's Manual applies to 4x4 VGA + Audio Matrix
Switchers that are available in two versions:
Model VSM-A-4-4
Model VSM-I-A-4-JA4
As members of Hall's Genesis™ series these matrices are synonymous with high
performance, intuitive and powerful user interface, easy to use control command set,
and unsurpassed reliability.
The Matrix switches are VGA and YPbPr compliant, support DDC (EDID), and have
550 MHz of analog bandwidth to handle PC resolutions to WUXGA (1920x1200) or
HDTV resolutions to 1080p. Each input is accompanied by a corresponding audio
channel. The audio inputs are L/R stereo on balanced terminals that eliminate ground
loops noise that plagues most similar devices.
Audio routing can follow video (synchronized routing) or be independent of video path.
All Matrices feature the Hall Research's beautiful and intuitive front panel for making or
reviewing ties, and for saving and recalling Preset patterns.
The VSM-I-A-4-JA4 adds RJ45 outputs to send the video and audio on a single Catx
cable to compatible receivers (e.g. URA, URA-SKU, or URA-XT) and adds the ability
to control the matrix via IP using smart built-in server that allows the user to configure
and control the matrix from any browser or smart tablet or phone.
EDID support, wide-bandwidth, zero cross-talk, fast switching, low profile (only 1 RU),
Preset capabilities, RS-232, IP and comprehensive front panel controls, make the
Genesis™ matrices ideal for home theater, conference room, multimedia presentation
systems, and other similar settings.
Genesis™ Series 4x4 AV Matrix Switches
4x4 VGA + Audio Matrix Switch
4x4 VGA + Audio Matrix Switch with A/V on Twisted Pair
(UTP) outputs & Control over IP
Figure 1 - AV on UTP outputs and IP control
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