VSW-HDMI2X2-4K
VSW-HDMI2X2-4K
VSW-HDMI4X2-4K
4K HDMI Matrix Switch—2 x 2 or 4 x 2
Switch one of two or four HDMI source devices
to one or two HDMI displays.
Supports 4K HDMI formats with RS-232 serial or IR remote control.
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FCC and IC RFI Statements
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.
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NOM Statement
Instrucciones de Seguridad
(Normas Oficiales Mexicanas Electrical Safety Statement)
1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado.
2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para referencia futura.
3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones de operación deben ser respetadas.
4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas.
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 a 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.
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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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1. Specifications ......................................................................................................................................................................... 6
2. Overview ............................................................................................................................................................................... 7
2.1 Introduction ................................................................................................................................................................... 7
2.2 Features ......................................................................................................................................................................... 7
2.3 What’s Included ............................................................................................................................................................8
2.4 Hardware Description .................................................................................................................................................... 9
2.4.1 VSW-HDMI2X2-4K ............................................................................................................................................... 9
2.4.2 VSW-HDMI4X2-4K ............................................................................................................................................ 11
3. Installation ........................................................................................................................................................................... 14
3.1 Device Connection ...................................................................................................................................................... 14
3.2 Connection Pattern .....................................................................................................................................................14
4. Operation ............................................................................................................................................................................ 15
4.1 LED Indicator ............................................................................................................................................................... 15
4.2 Push Button Control .................................................................................................................................................... 16
4.2.1 A/V Source Selection .......................................................................................................................................... 16
4.2.2 EDID Setting ....................................................................................................................................................... 17
4.2.3 EQ Adjustment ................................................................................................................................................... 19
4.2.4 Factory Default Setting ....................................................................................................................................... 19
4.3 IR Remote Control .......................................................................................................................................................20
5. Serial Configuration ............................................................................................................................................................. 21
5.1 Simple Serial Connection ............................................................................................................................................. 21
5.2 GUI over Serial .............................................................................................................................................................22
5.2.1 Basic Operation .................................................................................................................................................. 22
5.2.2 Advanced Operation .......................................................................................................................................... 26
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Chapter 1: Specifications
1. Specifications
Technology
Standards Video Mode:
Supported Resolutions:
3840 x 2160p,
1920 x 1080p,
1280 x 720p
EDID Configuration:
Video: Auto/inventory,
Audio: Auto/inventory
Mode Configuration:
Switch/Autosensing/Priority/Matrix
Interface HDMI Ports:
Input:
VSW-HDMI2X2-4K: (2) HDMI female,
VSW-HDMI4X2-4K: (4) HDMI female,
Output:
(2) HDMI female
Serial Port:
VSW-HDMI2X2-4K or VSW-HDMI4X2-4K:
(1) RJ-12 female
IR Controls:
VSW-HDMI2X2-4K or VSW-HDMI4X2-4K::
Yes
User Controls:
(2) Port Selection buttons,
(1) EDID Copy button
Mechanical Casing:
Metal
Dimensions:
0.78"H x 6.1"W x 2.6"D (2 x 15.6 x 6.5 cm)
Power Power Supply:
9–12 VDC
Environment Operating Temperature:
32 to 104° F (0 to 40° C),
Storage Temperature:
-5 to 140° F (-20 to 60° C),
Ambient Relative Humidity:
80%
Approvals FCC, CE, RoHS2, UL
®
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Chapter 2: Overview
2. Overview
2.1 Introduction
The 4K HDMI Matrix Switch—2 x 2 or 4 x 2—routes two or four HDMI sources to two HDMI displays (projectors, monitors,
and so on). It displays the same image from one video source to all monitors or images from different video sources to different
monitors.
Multi-controlled functions include front-panel buttons with LED indicators, IR remote, and serial control, allowing you to operate
the system easily. You won’t have to frequently move around video input and output cables.
The 4K HDMI Matrix Switch can operate in Auto mode and Priority mode. The system can either automatically select the latest
video source for display in Auto mode, or automatically select a video source following priority order in Priority mode. It also offers
EDID Copy function to ensure the optimal resolution for your application.
The built-in serial interface allows users to control the HDMI Matrix through a PC, serial controller devices, or home theater
system, integrating the whole A/V environment.
2.2 Features
• Select from 2 or 4 HDMI sources and then distribute to 2 HDMI displays.
• Buttons provide easy switching.
• Non-volatile memory stores all settings in case of blackout.
• Supports innovative technology designed to avoid unnecessary flicker when adding system instruments.
• Optimizes signals by choosing the best output setting from the available alternatives.
• Complies with HDCP standard.
• Compatible with HDTV and 3D HDTV.
• Configurable audio channel setting is ideal for a 5.1/7.1 home theater AV receiver.
• Supports up to Full HD 1080p / 1920 x 1200 / 4K (3840 x 2160) resolution.
• Advanced auto-sensing supports versatile port selection functions including Priority, Auto-sensing, Switch, and Matrix modes.
- Priority: System automatically selects highest priority source to display (Priority order: Source-1 > Source-2 > ……)
- Auto-sensing: System automatically selects the latest video source to display
- Matrix: supports 2-BUS function which can display 2 sources simultaneously
• Switches via either pressing a button or setting priority.
• Includes multiple functions for setting EDIDs, such as EDID Copy and EDID Pre-setting, which ensure accurate output display.
• Separately learns Audio and Video EDID for multimedia/ Home Theater system integration.
• Emulates EDID information to ensure optimum video performance.
• Read and store the EDID from the connecting display to the video extension.
• Graphical User Interface (GUI) shows connection status for optimum control.
• Most commonly used menu items are duplicated as icons on the top of the display.
• You can name and use your own images for every source and display icon.
• GUI function makes control easier and more effective.
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Chapter 2: Overview
2.3 What’s Included
• (1) 4K HDMI Matrix Switch: 2 x 2 or 4 x 2
• (1) Power adapter
• (1) IR Remote Controller
• (1) CD containing users manual and GUI application.
• (1) set of foot pads
• (1) RJ-12 Cable for serial (RS-232) control
• (1) RJ-12-to-RS-232 Converter for serial (RS-232) control
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3. Click on the “Resources” tab on the product page, and select the document you wish to download.
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2.4 Hardware Description
2.4.1 VSW-HDMI2X2-4K
Chapter 2: Overview
14 16
Figure 2-1. VSW-HDMI2X2-4K front panel.
8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
Figure 2-2. VSW-HDMI2X2-4K back panel.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
9, 10
Figure 2-3. VSW-HDMI2X2-4K top panel.
11, 12
16
15
14
13
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Table 2-1. VSW-HDMI2X2-4K components.
Number in Figure
2-1, 2-2, or 2-3
1, 2 Video input 1 and 2 Connect to an HDMI video source
3, 4 Video Output 1 and 2 Connect to an HDMI display
5 Audio/ Video EDID Setting Switch Configure Audio/Video EDID Setting
6 EDID Copy button Copy the monitor’s EDID
7 Serial port Port for serial control using RJ-11 connector
8 Power supply Apply power to the unit.
9, 10 Video Output 1 Status LED Lights when Output 1 is selected
11, 12 Video Output 2 Status LED Lights when Output 2 is selected
13 BTNA Selects Input for Output 1
14 Advanced auto-sensing setting
15 BTNB Selects Input for Output 2
16 IR sensor Sensor for IR remote control
Component Description
Switch/Auto-sensing/Priority/Matrix mode setting
switch
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