SWITCHERS
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Question
1What is Switcher?
2When do I use the DA1917SX?
3What kind of signal formats may I pass through the DA1917SX?
4Is the output buffered?
5How far can I run a signal?
Answer
A Switcher is a device that allows you to connect multiple video sources to a single display and select between the sources.
If you have two computers and you want to display them on a single monitor, you would use the DA1917SX
The DA1917SX can pass VGA/SVGA/XGA/UXGA and also RGBS, RGsB, Component Video (Y,
Yes, the DA1917SX offers fully Buffered Outputs.
The output of the DA1917SX allows signals to be run driven through up to 200 feet of cable depending on cable quality and the source signal resolution without degradation of the image quality.
We have carefully tested and have found no problems in the supplied DA1917SX unit; however, we would like to offer these suggestions:
∙Please make sure that you have the correct setting of the Sync Source Switch. If you pass RGBS signal formats, the switch must be in the SYNC position. If you pass RGsB or Composite Video signal formats, the switch must be in the GREEN position.
∙Make sure that the correct power adapter is connected to the unit.
∙Please make sure that the input amplitude of the analog signal is less than 1.5V.
∙Please use the Altinex supplied external adapter (9V, 500mA).
∙Please make sure that the proper quality of cables is used. We recommend the Altinex made cables for the best results.
∙If the problem shows up after continuous usage at higher voltage, higher temperature, higher humidity, or at other extreme environmental conditions, please correct the problem.
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