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FCC and IC RFI Statements/NOM Statement FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION AND 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 inter ference to radio communication.
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NOM Statement 4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas. 5. El aparato eléctrico no deberá ser usado cerca del agua—por ejemplo, cerca de la tina de baño, lavabo, sótano mojado o cerca de una alberca, etc. 6.
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NOM Statement 16. El cable de corriente deberá ser desconectado del cuando el equipo no sea usado por un largo periodo de tiempo. 17. Cuidado debe ser tomado de tal manera que objectos liquidos no sean derramados sobre la cubierta u orificios de ventilación. 18.
25–297 MHz Material Steel Mode Configuration Switch/Autosensing/Priority/Matrix MTBF 50,000 hours Serial Control VSW-HDMI2X1-4K: Not applicable, VSW-HDMI4X1-4K: Yes, RJ-11 Signal Configuration Video: Auto/inventory, Audio: Auto/inventory User Controls (1) port selection switch button, (1) EDID Copy button, (1) EDID switch for EDID selection,...
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Chapter 1: Specifications Specifications (continued) Indicators VSW-HDMI2X1-4K: (2) LEDS for input status; VSW-HDMI4X1-4K: (4) LEDs for input status NOTE: Only one input LED is lit at a time. Environmental Temperature Tolerance: Operating: 32 to 104° F (0 to 40° C);...
Chapter 2: Overview 2. Overview 2.1 Introduction The 2 x 1 or 4 x 1 HDMI Switch 4K enables users to quickly and easily share display devices (HDTV, Blu-ray player, HD-DVD, Xbox, Wii, PS3, satellite receiver, etc.) from your device inputs to one output device (monitor, projector, or TV). You can select the desired input source within the range of 16.4 feet (5 meters) via the remote control or push button located on the switch.
• Read and store the EDID from the connecting display to the video extension. 2.3 What’s Included Both switches include: • 2 x 1 HDMI Switch 4K (VSW-HDMI2X1-4K) or 4 x 1 HDMI Switch 4K (VSW-HDMI4X1-4K) • Power adapter • IR remote controller •...
Chapter 2: Overview 2.4 Hardware Description Figure 2-1. 4 x 1 switch front panel. Figure 2-2. 4 x 1 switch back panel. Figure 2-3. 4 x 1 switch top panel. 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 11...
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Chapter 2: Overview Table 2-1. 2 x 1 and 4 x 1 switch components. Label in Component Description Fig. 2-1 and (1) Video Output connector Connect to an HDMI display Advanced Autosensing Switch/Auto-sensing/Priority Setting Switch mode setting Power Supply Apply power to the unit Serial Port Connect to a computer for serial control...
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Chapter 2: Overview Audio/Video EDID Setting Switch See #7 in Figure 2-2 and Table 2-1. Table 2-2. Audio/video EDID setting switch functions. Mode Video Audio Auto Auto Auto Inventory Inventory Auto Inventory Inventory NOTE: For more operation details, refer to Chapter 4, Operation. Advanced Autosensing Setting Switch See #3 in Figure 2-1 and Table 2-1.
Chapter 3: Installation 3. Installation WARNING: Before installation, power off all devices that will be connected to this system. Make sure that all devices you will connect are properly grounded. Place cables away from fluorescent lights, air conditioners, and machines that are likely to generate electrical noise.
Chapter 4: Operation 4. Operation 4.1 LED Indicators LEDs 1–4 Figure 4-1. Top and front panel of the switch. Table 4-1. LED Indicators LEDs 1–4 Switch/Auto/Priority/Modes Status The selected LED emits green and The input video signal isn't ready. goes off 3 times per 2 seconds. The non-selected LED goes off.
Chapter 4: Operation 4.2 Push Button Control 4.2.1 A/V Source Selection Press the pushbutton (#11 in Figure 2-3) once to select the source in sequence (S1—>S2—>S3—>S4—>S1…). The monitor immediately shows the video source once selected. The corresponding LED lights when the source is selected. 4.2.2 EDID Setting NOTE: Before starting, slide Audio/Video EDID Setting Switch (#7 in Figure 2-2) to position 2/3/4.
Chapter 4: Operation 4.2.3 EDID Emulation Slide the switch (#7 in Figure 2-2) to the desired position. Table 4-1. EDID emulation switch functions. Mode Video Audio Auto (Va) Auto (Va) Auto (Va) Inventory (Ai) Inventory (Vi) Auto (Aa) Inventory (Vi) Inventory (Ai) Va) Video Auto: Automatically use the EDID of the attached display (video algorithm).
Chapter 4: Operation 4.2.5 Factory Default Setting To return all settings to factory state, press the BTN & EDID Copy button for 9 seconds and release right after 4 LEDs (L1–L4) flash green twice. BTN + EDID Copy (9 seconds)—>4 LEDs (L1–L4) flash green twice—>release 4.3 IR Remote Control A/V Source selection: Press 1/2/3/4: Select Source1/Source 2/Source/Source 4...
Chapter 5: Serial Control (4-Port model only) 5. Serial Control (4-Port model only) The Video Switch’s built-in serial interface allows users to control the Switch through a PC, serial controller devices, or home theater system. The controller’s serial port should be configured as shown below. Baud Rate: 38400 bps Data Bits: 8 Parity: None...
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