Sima VS-HD14 User Manual

SIMA 1X4 HDMI

Distribution Amplifier

Model VS-HD14

Sima Products Corporation

140 Pennsylvania Ave.

Bldg #5

Oakmont, PA 15139

800-345-7462

©2006 Sima Products Corporation

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User Manual VS-HD14 HDMI distribution amplifier Introduction

Caution:

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS FOR AUDIO PRODUCTS.
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS THAT ARE APPLICABLE TO YOUR EQUIPMENT

1. Read instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated.

2. Retain instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow instructions - Follow all operating and use instructions.

5. Water and Moisture - the appliance should not be used near water - for example: near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet
basement or near a swimming pool.

6. Ventilation - The appliance should be located so that its location or position does not interfere with proper ventilation. For example: the appliance
should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings.

7. Heat - the appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, registers, stoves or other heat-producing appliances .

8. Power sources - the appliance should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the
appliance.

9. Grounding or polarization. - Precautions should be taken so that the polarization or grounding means of the appliance is not defeated.
Caution: To prevent electric shock, match the wide blade of this plug to the wide slot, fully insert. Do not use this polarized plug with an extension cord,
receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.

10. Power cord Protection - Power supply cords should be routed so they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against
them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and where they exit from the appliance.

11. Cleaning - Wipe unit with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new. Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents or strong detergents.

12. Nonuse periods - The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.

13. Object and Liquid entry - Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings.

14. Damage requiring service - The appliance should be serviced by qualified personnel when: the power cord has been damaged, objects have fallen
or liquids spilled into the appliance, the appliance has been exposed to rain, does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in
performance or the unit has been dropped or the enclosure damaged.

15. Service - The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the operating manual. All other servicing should be referred
to qualified service personnel.

Notice to Users

The system may cause interference to a TV or radio even when it is operating properly. To determine whether the system is causing the interference,
turn it off. If the interference goes away, the system is causing the interference.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be deter-mined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:

·Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

·Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

·Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is needed.

·Contact your dealer for help.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two Conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference.

2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate

the equipment
©2006 by Sima Products Corp.

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means without prior written permission from Sima
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User Manual VS-HD14 HDMI distribution amplifier Introduction

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of the1x4 HDMI distribution amplifier from Sima Products. Sima‘s
HDTV distribution amplifiers are designed to make your A/V equipment more efficient, more creative
and more affordable. The 1x4 HDMI distribution amplifier allows distribution to four HDMI displays
using one HDMI source. Simply connect your HDMI source to the distribution amplifier input and you
are ready to go. The 1x4 HDMI distribution amplifier automatically regenerates the HDMI signal for
long cable runs. The VS-HD14 is ideal for any business, educational or home use where multi-HDMI
display distribution is required.

FEATURES

• 4 HDMI outputs

• Signal enhancement for long cable runs.

• S/PDIF digital audio output.

• Plug in and unplug detection with front panel LED indicator lights.

• Multi-unit connection for expanded distribution.

• IR remote control and dip switch addressing.

• IR and front panel button lock out.

• Maintains 480p, 720p, 1080i, and 1080p resolution

• PC Support: VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA, and UXGA (1600 x 1200)

• Supports HDCP compliant devices

• HDMI or DVI to HDMI cables are used to connect the inputs and switcher output

Includes:

1x4 HDMI distribution amplifier
120V AC Power Supply
IR Remote Control Model # CR-22 (Battery Included)
This User Manual

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