Monoprice 30917 User Manual

Blackbird™ 1x4 HDMI® Splitter for TV Walls

P/N 30917

User's Manual

SAFETY WARNINGS AND GUIDELINES

Please read this entire manual before using this device, paying extra attention to these

safety warnings and guidelines. Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.

 This device is intended for indoor use only.
 Do not expose this device to water or moisture of any kind. Do not place drinks or

other containers with moisture on or near the device. If moisture does get in or on

the device, immediately unplug it from the power outlet and allow it to fully dry

before reapplying power.

 Do not expose this device to excessively high temperatures. Do not place it in, on,

or near heat sources, such as a fireplace, stove, radiator, etc. Do not leave it in direct

sunlight.

 Do not place or install this device in an area where it can be exposed to excessive

amounts of dust, humidity, oil, smoke, or combustible vapors.

 Prior to operation, check the unit and power cord for physical damage. Do not use if

physical damage has occurred.

 Before plugging the unit into a power outlet, ensure that the outlet provides the

same type and level of power required by the device.

 Never unplug the unit by pulling on the power cord. Always grasp the connector

head or adapter body.

 Ensure that power is turned off and disconnected before making any electrical

connections.

 Take care to prevent damage to the power cord. Do not allow it to become

crimped, pinched, walked on, or become tangled with other cords. Ensure that the

power cord does not present a tripping hazard.

 Clean using a soft, dry cloth only. Do not use chemical cleaners, solvents, or

detergents. For stubborn deposits, moisten the cloth with warm water.

 This device has no user serviceable parts. Do not attempt to open, service, or

modify this device.

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INTRODUCTION

This Blackbird™ 1x4 HDMI® Splitter for TV Walls is designed to combine multiple video

outputs into a single video image spanning multiple displays. The embedded video scaling

system converts any input signal to the native resolution of the connected displays. It

supports individual video resolutions up to 1080p@60Hz, can be cascaded up to four times,

and supports video walls using up to 9 displays in a 3x3 configuration, when using two

units. It can be controlled using the front panel buttons, the included IR remote control,

RS-232 serial control, or TCP/IP LAN controlled.

FEATURES

 Supports individual video resolutions up to 1080p@60Hz
 Can be cascaded up to four times
 Supports 10 different video wall configurations, from 1x2 to 2x2 using a single unit
 Supports 5 different video wall configurations, from 3x2 to 3x3 using two units

cascaded

 Compliant with the HDMI® 1.4b and HDCP 1.4 specifications
 Includes 3.5mm stereo analog and coaxial S/PDIF digital audio outputs
 Can be controlled using the front panel buttons, the included IR remote control, RS-

232 serial control, or TCP/IP LAN control

 Supports 38kHz IR extension
 Supports HDMI and USB disc video inputs
 Includes loop out for a single local display or to cascade multiple units

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