Chapter 5: IR Remote Control/Chapter 6: Serial Control
Chapter 4: Operation
4. Operation
LED Indicator
The Power LED turns green when the video switch is powered on. When a video port is selected, its corresponding Port LED turns yellow.
Push Button
Press the corresponding button to select a port.
EDID Setting
In some cases, display problems may occur because of incorrect Extended Display Identification (EDID) communication between the display monitor and the unit. This function allows the
Chapter 5: IR Remote Control/Chapter 6: Serial Control
5. IR Remote Control
The remote control operates within a
1.Remove the battery protector on the remote control before operation.
2.On the remote control, only buttons
8 x 1 DVI and Audio Switch
Send up to eight source inputs for screen output to one display.
system either to read the necessary EDID information from the unit, or to copy EDID from
Default Setting
To reset to the default EDID:
Step 1: Press and hold the “EDID Copy” button on the unit and release the button RIGHT AFTER the Power LED flashes red
Step 2: The LED lights steady red and green indicating that the EDID default setting is completed.
Copy (New) Monitor EDID
6. Serial Control
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When using a monitor
Step 1: Power on the unit.
Step 2: Connect the
Step 3: Press the “EDID Copy” button for
Step 4: The Power LED flashes red and green alternately, then lights green indicating that the copy is successful.
NOTE: If the Power LED flashes red, the reason could be:
1.The monitor is not connected.2.The monitor is not powered on.3.The EDID data of the monitor is not applicable.
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The DVI and audio switches’ built in serial interface enables users to control the switch via a PC, serial controller devices, or home theater system. The controller’s serial port should be configured as shown in Table
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To select a source device via serial interface, select the number that corresponds to the port. For example, send “1” to switch to Port 1.
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Chapter 1: Specifications/Chapter 2: Overview
1. Specifications
Enclosure — Metal
Maximum Video Resolution — Full HD 1080p (1920 x 1080), WUXGA (1920 x 1200) Number of DVI Inputs — (8)
Remote Control Support — Yes
Serial Control Support
User Controls — (1) EDID copy push button, (8) port selection buttons
Connectors — Input: (8) DVI (digital only), (8) audio jacks;
Output: (1) DVI (digital only), (1) audio jack
Indicators — (9) LEDs: (1)
(8)LEDs for video input Power — Consumption: 6.5 W
Size — 1.7"H x 17.1"W x 4.7"D (4.3 x 43.5 x 12 cm)
2.Overview
2.1 Features
•Select (1) DVI + Audio from (8) DVI + Audio sources.
•Control via
•EDID Copy function ensures optimal screen resolution.
•LED shows the active status of DVI + Audio sources.
•HDTV compatible.
•Protects content via HDCP.
•Supports up to Full HD 1080p/1920 x 1200 resolution.
•Compatible with most of the popular screen resolutions to XGA, SXGA, UXGA, WSXGA, Full HD, WUXGA system.
Chapter 2: Overview
2.2 What’s Included
8x 1 DVI and Audio Switch
• Video switch
• Rear bracket
• Screw kit
• Foot pad
• IR remote controller
• Power supply and power cord
• This user manual
Optional:
• Audio cable
2.3 Hardware Description
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Chapter 2: Overview
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Chapter 3: Installation
3. Installation
•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.
NOTE: If no screen displays, follow these steps:
1.Make sure the device cables are correctly and firmly attached.
2.Set your display device’s input source as DVI.
3.Check the PC BIOS configuration for the video output settings.
4.Connect your computer to the display DIRECTLY to check if the video signal gets through. Installation Steps
1.Use a video cable (DVI) to connect the display to the video output port on the back of the switch. Plug a set of audio jacks from the speaker to the switch’s speaker port.
2.Use a video cable (DVI) to connect the source device to the video input port on the switch.
Use an audio cable to connect the speaker port from the input side of the switch to the corresponding output port on the source device.
3.Plug the power supply into the switch and power on the switch.
4.Turn on the display (monitor, projector, or TV) and then power on the source device(s).
5.If necessary, apply EDID Copy process to the unit.
NOTE: When each video source is powered on, make sure it has a display pointing to it for EDID communication. If a source does not have a display pointing to it, a video image might not display.
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