Chapter 3: Installation

3. Installation

1.For the 2-port model (AC1056A-2), you’ll need two HD15 male-to-male output cables (one of these cables is included). You’ll also need one input cable (includ- ed).

For the 4-port model (AC1056A-4), you’ll need four output cables (three of these cables are included) and one input cable (included).

For the 8-port model (AC1056A-8), you’ll need eight output cables (seven of these cables are included) and one input cable (included).

Connect multiple monitors to the video splitter’s output connectors as shown in Figure 3-1.

NOTE: If you want to use the Compact Video Splitter’s Display Data Channel (DDC) feature, you must have a monitor on Port 1. If you have additional monitors on other ports with higher resolutions, they will only support the resolution of the monitor on Port 1.

VGA outputs to computers

Compact Video Splitter,

8-Port (AC1056A-8)

VGA input VGA outputs to computers

Figure 3-1. Compact Video Splitter, 8-Port (AC1056A-8) connection.

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Black Box AC1056A-8, Compact Video Splitters, AC1056A-2, AC1056A-4 manual Installation

AC1056A-2, AC1056A-4, Compact Video Splitters, AC1056A-8 specifications

The Black Box AC1056A series of compact video splitters are designed to enhance video distribution with reliability and ease of use. These splitters, namely the AC1056A-8, AC1056A-4, and AC1056A-2 models, cater to varying needs in video applications, making them ideal for both commercial and residential setups.

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