Black Box VSW-HDMI2-3X1 User Manual
USER MANUAL
VSW-HDMI2-3X1
HDMI 2.0
VIDEO SWITCH
— 3 X 1
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IR EXT. HDMI OUT
HDMI IN1
HDMI IN2
HDMI IN3
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................................................................................... 3
1. SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................................................................................... 4
2. OVERVIE W ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
2.1 Introduction ...............................................................................................................................................................................................5
2.2 Features .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
2.3 What’s Included ........................................................................................................................................................................................5
2.4 Hardware Description ..............................................................................................................................................................................6
2.4.1 Top Panel .............................................................................................................................................................................................................6
2.4.2 Front Panel ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................7
2.4.3 Back Panel ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
3. INSTALLATION AND WIRING ....................................................................................................................................................... 9
3.1 Installation Steps ......................................................................................................................................................................................9
3.2 Wiring ......................................................................................................................................................................................................10
4. CONTROL OF THE SWITCH ........................................................................................................................................................ 11
4.1 Top Panel Button Control ....................................................................................................................................................................... 11
4.2 IR Remote Control ...................................................... ............................................................................................................................11
4.3 Automatic Switch Control ..................................................................................................................................................................... 12
5. TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................................................................................... 13
5.1 Troubleshooting Steps ........................................................................................................................................................................... 13
5.2 Contacting Black Box .............................................................................................................................................................................13
APPENDIX A. REGULATORY INFORMATION ................................................................................................................................ 14
A.1 FCC Statement ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
A.2 NOM Statement ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 15
APPENDIX B. DISCLAIMER/TRADEMARKS ................................................................................................................................. 16
B.1 Disclaimer ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
B.2 Trademarks Used in this Manual ............................................................................................................ ..............................................16
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Do not expose this apparatus to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing liquids. Do not place any 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 due to 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 open 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. Do not walk on or pinch the power cord, particularly at plugs.
9. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
10. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
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CHAPTER 1: SPECIFICATIONS
TABLE 1-1. SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATION DESCRIPTION
Video
Input (3) HDMI Type A female
Output (1) HDMI Type A female
Input/Output Signal Type HDMI with 4K
Input/Output Resolution
Support
Maximum Data Rate 18 Gbps
Control Method IR control, switch button control
Audio
Audio Format Supported
General
Operating Temperature 32 to 113° F (0 to 45° C)
Storage Temperature -4 to +158° F (-20 to +70° C)
Humidity 10 to 90%, noncondensing
ESD Protection Human-Body Model: ±8 kV (air-gap discharge)/±4 kV (contact discharge)
Power Consumption
(Maximum)
Dimensions Each unit: 0.77” H x 3.93” W x 2.61” D (1.95 x 10 x 6.62 cm)
Weight Each unit: 0.5 lb. (0.2 kg)
Approvals CE, FCC, IC, RCM, and VCCI
VESA: 640 x 480, 800 x 600,1024 x 768,1280 x 768,1280 x 800,1280 x 960,1280 x 1024,1360 x 768,1366 x 768,
1400 x 1050, 1440 x 900,1600 x 900,1600 x 1200,1680 x 1050,1920 x 1200,
SMPTE: 720 x 480p, 720 x 576p, 1280 x 720p, 1920 x 1080i, 1920 x 1080p, 3840 x 2160, 4096 x 2160
Fully supports audio formats in HDMI 2.0 specification, including PCM, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos,
DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X
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CHAPTER 2: OVERVIEW
2.1 INTRODUCTION
The HDMI 2.0 Video Switch - 4K60, HDCP, 3x1 features HDMI 2.0 and HDCP 2.2 compatibility and supports resolutions up to 4K @ 60 Hz
4:4:4 8-bit, enabling three Ultra HD sources to be switched to one Ultra HD display. It also allows control through a top panel button, IR
remote and automatic switch.
The switch is small, compact and easy to install, giving you the convenience of future-ready Ultra HD AV switching, and the reliability of
cutting-edge HDMI 2.0 and HDCP 2.2 compatibility.
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2.2 FEATURES
Cost-effective 3 to 1 HDMI switch
Fully compliant with HDMI 2.0 and HDCP 2.2
HDMI inputs and output support resolutions up to 4K @ 60 Hz 4:4:4 8-bit
Supports top panel button, IR remote and automatic switch control options
Compact size and easy to install
Supports locking HDMI cables to prevent accidental cable disconnects
2.3 WHAT’S INCLUDE D
Your package should include the following items. If anything is missing or damaged, contact Black Box Technical Support
at 877-877-2269 or info@blackbox.com
VSW-HDMI2-3X1 includes:
(1) HDMI 2.0 Video Switch — 4K60, HDCP, 3 x 1
(1) 5-VDC power adapter with U.S. plug
(1) Remote control
(1) 38-kHz IR extension cable
(2) Mounting brackets
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CHAPTER 2: OVERVIEW
2.4 HARDWARE DESCRIPTION
2.4.1 TOP PANEL
Figure 2-1 shows the top panel of the switch. Table 2-1 describes its components.
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TABLE 2-1. SWITCH TOP PANEL COMPONENTS
NUMBER IN
FIGURE 2-1
1 Power LED (red)
2 HDMI IN LEDs 1–3 (red)
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
POWER
HDMI IN
HDMI OUT
FIGURE 2-1. SWITCH TOP PANEL
ON: The switch is powered on.
OFF: The switch is powered off.
ON: The HDMI source is selected.
OFF: The HDMI source is not selected.
SWITCH
4
POWER
3 HDM OUT LED (red)
4 Switch button
6
ON: An HDMI display is connected to the switch.
OFF: No HDMI display is connected to the switch.
Press to cycle through sources.
Press and hold to enable or disable auto switch mode
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