Installation, cont’d
Audio connections
8Input 1 through Input 5 connectors — Connect unbalanced stereo or mono audio sources (such as DVD players or VCRs) to these pairs (left and right) of RCA connectors for audio input.
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9Input 6 through Input 8 connectors — Connect unbalanced stereo audio sources (such as computers) to these 3.5 mm mini stereo jacks for unbalanced audio input. Figure
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Figure 2-3 — Input 6 through input 8 audio connector wiring
10Output A connector — Connect an audio device, such as an amplifier or powered speakers, to these left and right RCA connectors.
11Output B connector — Connect an audio device, such as powered speakers, to this 3.5 mm,
Figure 2-4 shows how to wire the captive screw audio connector. The connector is included with the switcher, but you must obtain the cable. Insert the wires into the appropriate openings in the captive screw connector. Tighten the screws on top to fasten the wires.
CAUTION
Connect the sleeve(s) to ground (). Connecting the sleeve(s) to a negative
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Unbalanced Stereo Output Balanced Stereo Output
Do not tin the wires!
Figure 2-4 — Wiring the audio output connector
The length of exposed wires is critical. The ideal length is 3/16” (5 mm).
•If the stripped section of wire is longer than 3/16”, the exposed wires may touch, causing a short circuit between them.
•If the stripped section of wire is shorter than 3/16”, wires can be easily pulled out even if tightly fastened by the captive screws.
By default, the audio output follows the video switch.