Black Box VSW-HDMI8X8-B Edid Status, Copy Edid to single input, Copy Edid to multiple inputs

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Chapter 4: Operation

 

 

Table 4-3. Copy EDID to single input.

 

 

 

Step

 

 

Number

Action

Result

 

 

 

Step 1

Press the EDID button

The button will flash blue and the display will show the current Embedded EDID Status.

 

 

 

Step 2

Press one of the

Copy EDID. from the selected destination.

Destination buttons #1-8

 

 

 

 

 

Step 3

Press one of the source

Copy to the Destination EDID to the selected source.

buttons #1-8

 

 

 

 

 

Step 4

Press the ENTER button

Confirm entries.

 

 

 

 

 

Table 4-4. Copy EDID to multiple inputs.

 

 

 

 

Step

 

 

 

Number

Action

 

Result

 

 

 

 

Step 1

Press the EDID button

 

The button will flash blue and the display will show the current Embedded EDID Status.

 

 

 

 

Step 2

Press one of the Destination buttons #1-8

 

Copy EDID from the selected destination.

 

 

 

Step 3

Press to enable all the source buttons (#1-5) to which

Copy the destination EDID to selected sources.

the EDID should be copied.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Step 4

Press the ENTER button

 

Confirm entries.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Table 4-5. Copy EDID to ALL inputs.

 

 

 

Step

 

 

Number

Action

Result

 

 

 

Step 1

Press the EDID button

The button will flash blue and the display will show the current Embedded EDID Status.

 

 

 

Step 2

Press one of the

Copy EDID from selected destination.

Destination buttons #1-8

 

 

 

 

 

Step 3

Press "All" button to

Copy the destination EDID to all sources.

select all sources

 

 

 

 

 

Step 4

Press the ENTER button

Confirm entries.

 

 

 

4.4 EDID Status

 

 

Table 4-6. EDID status.

 

 

 

Step

 

 

Number

Action

Result

 

 

 

Step 1

Press the EDID button

The button will flash blue and the display will show the current Embedded EDID Status.

 

 

 

Step 2

Press the EDID button

To exit.

 

 

 

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VSW-HDMI8X8-B, 8 x 8 HDMI Matrix Switch specifications

The Black Box VSW-HDMI8X8-B is an advanced 8 x 8 HDMI matrix switch designed to provide seamless connections for multiple HDMI sources and displays. This versatile device allows users to route any of the eight HDMI inputs to any of the eight HDMI outputs, enabling efficient management of video content in various environments such as broadcast studios, training facilities, and conference rooms.

One of the standout features of the VSW-HDMI8X8-B is its capability to support high-definition video resolutions up to 4K at 60 Hz, ensuring that the visual quality remains sharp and vibrant. This makes it an ideal choice for users looking to deliver impressive presentations or run high-quality video content. Moreover, the matrix switch supports various HDMI formats, including 3D video and deep color, allowing users to take full advantage of modern media sources and displays.

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