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FCC and IC RFI Statements/NOM Statement
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION AND
INDUSTRY CANADA RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy, and if
not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions, may cause inter ference to radio communication.
It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing
device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules,
which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference
when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. Operation of
this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference, in which case
the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be
necessary to correct the interference.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise
emis sion from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulation
of Industry Canada.
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les
limites applicables aux appareils numériques de la classe A prescrites dans le
Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique publié par Industrie Canada.
Normas Oficiales Mexicanas (NOM)
Electrical Safety Statement
INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD
1. To da s l as in s tr uc c io n es d e s e gu r id ad y o pe ra c ió n d eb e rá n s e r le í da s a nt e s
de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado.
2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para
referencia futura.
3. To da s l a s ad v er t en ci a s e n e l ap a ra t o el é ct r ic o y e n s u s in s tr u cc io n es de
operación deben ser respetadas.
4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas.
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4. Tod as la s i ns t ru c ci on e s d e op e ra c ió n y u s o d eb en se r s e gu id a s.
5. El aparato eléctrico no deberá ser usado cerca del agua—por ejemplo,
cerca de la tina de baño, lavabo, sótano mojado o cerca de una alberca,
etc..
6. El aparato eléctrico debe ser usado únicamente con carritos o pedestales
que sean recomendados por el fabricante.
7. El aparato eléctrico debe ser montado a la pared o al techo sólo como sea
recomendado por el fabricante.
8. Servicio—El usuario no debe intentar dar servicio al equipo eléctrico más allá
lo descrito en las instrucciones de operación. Todo otro servicio deberá ser
referido a personal de servicio calificado.
9. El aparato eléctrico debe ser situado de tal manera que su posición no
interfiera su uso. La colocación del aparato eléctrico sobre una cama, sofá,
alfombra o superficie similar puede bloquea la ventilación, no se debe
colocar en libreros o gabinetes que impidan el flujo de aire por los orificios
de ventilación.
10. El equipo eléctrico deber ser situado fuera del alcance de fuentes de calor
como radiadores, registros de calor, estufas u otros aparatos (incluyendo
amplificadores) que producen calor.
11. El aparato eléctrico deberá ser connectado a una fuente de poder sólo del
tipo descrito en el instructivo de operación, o como se indique en el
aparato.
12. Precaución debe ser tomada de tal manera que la tierra fisica y la
polarización del equipo no sea eliminada.
13. Los cables de la fuente de poder deben ser guiados de tal manera que no
sean pisados ni pellizcados por objetos colocados sobre o contra ellos,
poniendo particular atención a los contactos y receptáculos donde salen
del aparato.
14. El equipo eléctrico debe ser limpiado únicamente de acuerdo a las
recomendaciones del fabricante.
15. En caso de existir, una antena externa deberá ser localizada lejos de las
lineas de energia.
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16. El cable de corriente deberá ser desconectado del cuando el equipo no sea
usado por un largo periodo de tiempo.
17. Cuidado debe ser tomado de tal manera que objectos liquidos no sean
derramados sobre la cubierta u orificios de ventilación.
18. Servicio por personal calificado deberá ser provisto cuando:
A: El cable de poder o el contacto ha sido dañado; u
B: Objectos han caído o líquido ha sido derramado dentro del aparato; o
C: El aparato ha sido expuesto a la lluvia; o
D: El aparato parece no operar normalmente o muestra un cambio en su
desempeño; o
E: El aparato ha sido tirado o su cubierta ha sido dañada.
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Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions
1. Do not expose this apparatus to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing water and do
not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
2. Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another confined
space. Make sure the unit is well ventilated.
3. To prevent risk of electric shock or fire hazard caused by overheating, do not obstruct
the unit’s ventilation openings with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, and similar
items.
4. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
5. Do not place sources of flames, such as lighted candles, on the unit.
6. Clean this apparatus only with a dry cloth.
7. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of
time.
8. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs.
9. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
10. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Surge ProtectionVoltage: ±1 kV (Ten times respectively for the positive
and negative voltage)
Electrical Fast Transient/
Burst
Power Supply12 VDC, 3 A
Power Consumption
(Maximum)
Environmental
Operating Temperature 32 to 113° F (0 to 45° C)
Storage Temperature-4°F to +158° F (-20 to +70° C)
Humidity10% to 90% , non-condensing
Mechanical
Dimensions0.83"H x 8.66"W x 6.46"D (2.1 x 16.42 x 22 cm)
Weight1.8 lb. (0.82 kg )
Rack Space Required1/2 U height
ApprovalsCE, FCC
Data communication cord: 1 kV;
Power cord : 2 kV
22 W
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Chapter 2: Overview
2. Overview
2.1 Introduction
The Presentation Switcher - HDBaseT, 4 x 1 is an advanced four-input, multi-format
converter, switcher, scaler, and extender with built-in 4K scaling, in a compact 1U
half-rack enclosure. It offers two HDMI inputs, one DP input, one VGA input with stereo audio, an HDMI with HDBaseT mirrored output to allow signal extension over CATx
cable to reach a remote display, or an additional HDBaseT signal management system.
One balanced stereo audio breaks out from HDMI output.
NOTE: Scaling is only supported on HDMI output. For scaling on HDBaseT output,
please use with VX-1003-TX scaling receiver.
The Switcher supports auto switching and has a built-in 4K @ 30 Hz scaler in HDMI
output, with rotary switch scaler adjustment, and allows seamless switching to enhance
presentations. Its built-in CEC controller automatically turns the display on/standby by
auto-detecting the input signal status. You can also control the Switcher via pushbuttons on the front panel, contact closures, and RS-232 API.
The Switcher simplifies classroom and small office system integration, for installation
beneath conference tables and in lecterns, to provide localized presentation switching
support.
2.2 Features
• Has (1) VGA + Stereo, (1) DP, and (2) HDMI inputs, and (1) HDMI and (1) HDBaseT
mirrored outputs.
• Supports HDMI and DP input up to 4K @ 30 Hz and HDCP 1.4, and VGA input up to
1920 x 120 0 @ 60 Hz.
• Provides HDMI out with a 4K @ 30 Hz scaler built-in and de-embedded balanced
stereo audio out.
• Mirrors out HDBaseT, and supports PoH with PSE module to power the remote
HDBaseT receiver.
• HDMI out supports seamless and fast switching within 2–3 seconds, and the last
frame is frozen.
• Switches automatically to the latest input when it detects that any input is connected
or disconnected.
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• A CEC controller is built-in to turn the display on/off by auto-detecting inputs status,
with delay adjustment.
• Pushbuttons and contact closures enable you to switch sources or turn the display
on/standby manually.
• DIP switch provided to adjust automatic or manual operation mode.
• Rotary switch provided to adjust auto-scaler or fixed resolutions out.
• Control the device via RS-232 and front panel buttons.
• Includes complete API commands for the third-party control system for integration.
• A 12-VDC, 3-A universal power supply powers the switcher.
• 1/2 rack unit high.
2.3 What’s Included
Your package should contain the following items. If anything is missing or damaged,
contact Black Box Technical Support at 724-746-5500 or info@ blackbox.com.
• Presentation Switcher - HDBaseT, 4 x 1 (AVSC-0401H)
• (1) 12-DC, 3-A power adapter.
• (3) Phoenix male connector (3.5 mm, 3 pins)
• (3) Phoenix Male Connector (3.5 mm, 5 pins)
• (1) pair of mounting brackets
• This user manual
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2.4 Hardware Description
Figures 2-1 and 2-2 show the front and back panels of the switcher. Tables 2-1 and 2-2
describe their components.
1 2 3 4 4 5 6 7 8 9
Figure 2-1. Front panel.
Tabl e 2-1. Front-pane l comp onent s.
Number in
Figure 2-1
1VGA INConnects to VGA source device.
2Audio INStereo audio (embedded with VGA inputs).
3DisplayPort IN Connects to DisplayPort source device.
4HDMI INConnects to HDMI source device.
5Source Selection
6Source Selection
7Sink Selection
84-Pin DIP switchPin 1: Audio De-embedded;
9ScalerTog gles the switch to manage the output scaler.
NameDescription
LED: Lights on if the corresponding source is selected.
LEDs
Selection button: press the button to select source 1
Button
Button
to 4 as input in turn.
On: Turn on the TV by CEC.
Off: Turn off the TV by CEC.
NOTE: Used for TV that supports CEC
Pin 2: Source Switch;
Pin 3: CEC Control Mode;
Pin 4: Control Mode
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Figure 2-2. Back panel.
Tabl e 2-2. Back panel compo nent s.
Number in
Figure 2-2
1Ethernet portUsed for Ethernet passthrough to an HDBaseT
2RS-232
3HDBaseT OUT
4HDMI OUT portConnects to an HDMI display device.
5AUDIO OUT Ports Connects to an audio output device such as an
6Contact IN portsConnects to a keypad for input source switching.
7Tal ly O U T portsConnects to LEDs on the keypad to indicate the
8Sink portsConnects to keypad to control the display device
9RS-232 controlConnects to a PC or a third-party control system to
10Power inputConnect to a 12 VDC, 3-A power supply.
ComponentDescription
receiver.
Connects to an RS-232 controller or RS-232
passthrough
port
controllable device to pass through an RS-232
command.
Connects to an HDBaseT receiver.
amplifier, a speaker ,or an earphone for HDMI
audio de-embedding output.
No.1: Press this button to select VGA IN.
No.2: Press this button to select DP IN.
No.3: Press this button to select HDMI1 IN.
No.4: Press this button to select HDMI2 IN.
G: Connects to Ground.
selected source.
power ON/OFF.
NOTE: The display devices must support CEC and
CEC is enabled.
control this device via API commands.
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2.5 Typical Application
VGA IN
Laptop
HDBaseT
Ethernet switch
LaptopLaptop
Laptop
DP IN
HDMI IN
HDMI
HDMI IN
Amplifier in
ceiling speaker
HDMI OUT
CEC Control
Projector
Figure 2-3. System Diagram.
Keypad
Control
Display
RS-232
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Chapter 3: RS-232 Connection
3. RS-232 Connection
1. Conn ect the matrix to a P C via a UART-to -USB cable.
2. Run the UART tool on the PC, and configure the serial port as described in the
following table.
IDX FunctionCommandResponseParameters De sriptionExample
9Set CEC AUTO
POWER ON/OFF
10Set CEC POWER
Delay Time
11Set CEC POWER
ON/OFF
12Get CEC StatusGET CEC_
13Set Input HDCP
Support ON/OFF
14Get Status
Whether
HDMI1/HDMI2
Input Support
HDCP Info.
SET CECAUTO_
ONOFF prm[CR/LF]
SET CECAUTO_
DELAY prm[CR/LF]
SET CECPWR_
ONOFF prm[CR/LF]
STATUS[CR/LF]
SET HDCPSUPPORT_
ONOFF in prm1[CR /
LF]
GET HDCP_
STATUS[CR/LF]
Auto CEC: prm[CR/
LF]
Auto CEC Delay
Value : prm Min [CR/
LF]
Send CEC cmd:
HDMI TV prm[CR/LF]
Send CEC cmd:
HDBaseT TV
prm[CR/ LF]
CEC: prm1[CR/LF]
Auto CEC: prm1[CR/
LF]
Auto CEC Delay
Value : prm2 Min [CR/
LF]
in: HDCP Supported[
[CR/LF]
in:prm1[CR/ LF]
in:prm1[CR/ LF]
HDMI OUT HDCP
Status: prm2[CR/ LF]
prm = {on, off}Command: SET CEC AUTO_ONOFF on[CR/
CECAUTO_DELAY is short for CEC
auto Power Delay Timing
prm = {0,1,2,3…,}// according
to the actual time counter,
1 means 1 minute,
2 means 2 minutes
Default wait time is 2 minutes
off means when no active signal,
the unit will not auto power off.
0 means when no act ive signal, th e
unit auto power off immediately.
CECPWR_ONOFF will control sink
power on or off
prm = {on, off}
Response:
...
Response all system status information
Response: Enter ICP Mode.....[CR/LF]
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3.2 Auto Mode
Auto Mode 1 (priority mode): VGA->DP->HDMI1->HDMI2
1. When you power on the switcher, it defaults to the VGA channel if no source is
active or connected. If some sources are already connected and then you power on
the switcher, it will detect their priority and auto switch to the active source with the
highest priority.
2. When you connect a new source after power on, the switcher might automatically
switch, depending on the priority. It will auto-switch to the new source if that source
has higher priority than currently selected source, otherwise, it will not auto-switch.
3. When the currently selected source is removed, the switcher might auto-switch,
depending on the status of other sources connected and their priority. It will auto
switch to the source active with highest priority, or remain on the current input
channel if no source is active.
4. Manual switching is also valid in Priority Mode. Press the button on the front panel to
switch among active sources. You can manually switch via contact closures or API
commands, depending on the source status. The unit will switch if the source manually selected is active, otherwise , an LED indicator will flash twice to indicate that a
source is not active and does not switch the source.
Auto Mode 2 (Last Connected):
1. When you power on the switcher, the VGA channel remains the default if no source
is active or connected. If some sources are already connected and then you power on
the switcher, it will detect their priority and auto switch to the active source with the
highest priority.
2. When you connect a new source after power on, the switcher will detect and autoswitch to this source.
3. When you remove a currently selected source, the switcher might automatically
connect to a source, depending on the status of other sources connected and
their priority. It will auto switch to the source active with highest priority, or remain
connected to the current input channel if no source is active.
4. Manual switching is also valid in Priority Mode. Press the front-panel button on the
front panel to switch among active sources. You can manually switch between
sources via contact closures or API commands depending on the source status. It will
switch if the source manually selected is active, otherwise, the LED indicator will
flassh twice to indicate the source is not active and does not switch.
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4. Set and Scaler
4.1 Set
Chapter 4: Set and Scaler
Figure 4-1. 4-Pin DIP switch.
Tabl e 4-1. DIP switch settings .
DIP Switch
Position
Pin 1Audio de-
Pin 2Source Switch
Pin 3CEC ControlUP: Enable Auto-CEC Control and Manual CEC
Pin 4Control ModeUP: Enable API control and manual control (Default).
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