Black Box TV Video Accessories 2 x 1 and 4 x 1 HDMI Video Switches User Manual

AVSW-HDMI2X1A  
AVSW-HDMI4X1A  
AVSW-HDMI2X1  
AVSW-HDMI4X1  
2 x 1 and 4 x 1 HDMI Video Switches  
Share one HDMI display output (monitor,  
projector, or TV) between multiple HDMI inputs.  
Models available with or without serial and 3.5-mm audio.  
Order toll-free in the U.S.: Call 877-877-BBOX (outside U.S. call 724-746-5500)  
FREE technical support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: Call 724-746-5500 or fax  
724-746-0746 • Mailing address: Black Box Corporation, 1000 Park Drive, Lawrence,  
PA 15055-1018 • Web site: www.blackbox.com • E-mail: [email protected]  
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Support  
Information  
 
NOM Statement  
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  
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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NOM Statement  
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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Trademarks Used in this Manual  
Trademarks Used in this Manual  
Black Box and the Double Diamond logo are registered trademarks of  
BB Technologies, Inc.  
Blu-ray is a trademark of the Blu-ray Disc Association.  
Xbox is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.  
Wii is a trademark of Nintendo.  
PS3 is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment, Inc.  
Any other trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowledged to be  
the property of the trademark owners.  
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Table of Contents  
Contents  
Chapter  
Page  
1. Specifications............................................................................................7  
2. Overview ..................................................................................................8  
2.1  
2.2  
2.3  
2.4  
Introduction ..................................................................................8  
Features.........................................................................................8  
What’s Included............................................................................8  
Hardware Description..................................................................10  
2.4.1..... AVSW-HDMI2X1A.........................................................10  
2.4.2 .... AVSW-HDMI4X1A......................................................... 11  
2.4.3 .... AVSW-HDMI2X1........................................................... 12  
2.4.4 .... AVSW-HDMI4X1........................................................... 13  
3. Installation.............................................................................................. 14  
3.1  
3.2  
Connection Pattern..................................................................... 14  
Installation Steps ......................................................................... 15  
4. Operation ............................................................................................... 16  
4.1  
4.2  
4.3  
4.4  
Front-Panel Indicators.................................................................. 16  
Remote Control (Optional).......................................................... 17  
Serial Control (Optional).............................................................. 18  
Function Button (Optional).......................................................... 19  
AVSW-HDMI2X1A  
 
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Chapter 1: Specifications  
1. Specifications  
Maximum Video Resolution — AVSW-HDMI2X1A, AVSW-HDMI4X1A: Full HD  
(1920 x 1080), WUXGA (1920 x 1200);  
AVSW-HDMI2X1, AVSW-HDMI4X1: 1920 x 1080  
Remote Control Support — AVSW-HDMI2X1A, AVSW-HDMI4X1A: Yes;  
AVSW-HDMI2X1, AVSW-HDMI4X1: No  
Serial Control Support — AVSW-HDMI2X1A, AVSW-HDMI4X1A: Yes;  
AVSW-HDMI2X1, AVSW-HDMI4X1: No  
Enclosure — Metal  
User Controls — AVSW-HDMI2X1A: (2) Input push buttons;  
AVSW-HDMI4X1A: (4) Input push buttons, (1) Function button;  
AVSW-HDMI2X1, AVSW-HDMI4X1: (1) Input push button with integral LED  
Connectors — AVSW-HDMI2X1A: Input: (2) HDMI female, (2) audio jacks,  
Output: (1) HDMI female, (1) audio jack;  
AVSW-HDMI4X1A: Input: (4) HDMI female, (4) audio jacks,  
Output: (1) HDMI female, (1) audio jack;  
AVSW-HDMI2X1: Input: (2) HDMI female,  
Output: (1) HDMI female;  
AVSW-HDMI4X1: Input: (4) HDMI female,  
Output: (1) HDMI female  
Indicators — AVSW-HDMI2X1A: (3) LEDs: (1) Power (green), (2) Video Output  
(Yellow);  
AVSW-HDMI4X1A: (5) LEDs: (1) Power (green), (4) Video Output (Yellow);  
AVSW-HDMI2X1: (2) Active Input Port LEDs;  
AVSW-HDMI4X1: (4) Active Input Port LEDs  
Power — Power consumption (maximum): AVSW-HDMI2X1A: 3.0 W;  
AVSW-HDMI4X1A: 4.5 W;  
AVSW-HDMI2X1, AVSW-HDMI4X1: 5-VDC, 400 mA  
Size — AVSW-HDMI2X1A, AVSW-HDMI4X1A: 1.4"H x 8.7"W x 3.9"D  
(3.4 x 22 x 10 cm);  
AVSW-HDMI2X1, AVSW-HDMI4X1: 0.8"H x 6.2"W x 2.6"D (2 x 15.7 x 6.5 cm)  
Weight — AVSW-HDMI2X1A: 1.4 lb. (0.6 kg);  
AVSW-HDMI4X1A: 1.6 lb. (0.7 kg);  
AVSW-HDMI2X1, AVSW-HDMI4X1: 0.6 lb. (0.3 kg)  
AVSW-HDMI2X1A  
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Chapter 2: Overview  
2. Overview  
2.1 Introduction  
Use the HDMI Video Switch to quickly and easily share a single HDMI display with  
a Blu-rayplayer, HD-DVD, Xbox, Wii, PS3, Satellite receiver, etc., from  
multiple device inputs to one HDMI output device (monitor, projector, or TV).  
You can select the desired input source via the remote control (audio models only)  
within the range of 15 feet (5 meters) (depends on model) or push button located  
on the switch. You never need to plug and unplug video sources, making your  
A/V equipment more convenient, more affordable, and more efficient.  
The built-in serial interface allows you to control the Video Switch through a PC,  
serial controller device, or home theater system, integrating the whole A/V  
environment (depends on model).  
2.2 Features  
• Allows two or four HDMI sources to be connected to one HDMI display.  
• Front-panel buttons enable easy switching.  
• Supports IR remote control (depends on model).  
• Supports serial remote control (depends on model).  
• LEDs show the active status of input Video (+ Audio) sources.  
• Supports video resolution up to UXGA (1600 x 1200) / Full HD (1920 x 1080)/  
WUXGA (1920 x 1200).  
• Compatible with most of the popular screen resolutions to XGA, SXGA, UXGA,  
WSXGA, WUXGA system.  
• Supports HDCP for content protection.  
NOTE: When using HDCP, do not swich ports. If you do, the HDCP will perform  
content protection.  
• Plug-and-play, no software required.  
• HDMI 1.3 compatible.  
2.3 What’s Included  
Your package should include the following items. If anything is missing  
or damaged, contact Black Box Technical Support at 724-746-5500  
AVSW-HDMI2X1A  
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Chapter 2: Overview  
AVSW-HDMI2X1A:  
• 2 x 1 HDMI Video Switch with Audio  
• Power adapter with required AC cord  
• IR remote control  
• This user’s manual  
• Serial cable  
• (1) set of foot pads  
AVSW-HDMI4X1A:  
• 4 x 1 HDMI Video Switch with Audio  
• Power adapter with required AC cord  
• IR remote control  
• Serial cable  
• This user’s manual  
• (1) set of foot pads  
AVSW-HDMI2X1:  
• 2 x 1 HDMI Video Switch  
• Power adapter with required AC cord  
• This user’s manual  
• (1) set of foot pads  
AVSW-HDMI4X1:  
• 4 x 1 HDMI Video Switch  
• Power adapter with required AC cord  
• This user’s manual  
• (1) set of foot pads  
You might also need (for AVSW-HDMI2X1A or AVSW-HDMI4X1A only):  
• Audio cable (EJ110)  
• 6-ft. (1.8-m) HDMI cable (M/M) for HDMI A/V source connection  
(EVHDMI01T-XXXX)  
• Serial Cable (see page 19)  
AVSW-HDMI2X1A  
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Chapter 2: Overview  
2.4 Hardware Description  
2.4.1 AVSW-HDMI2X1A  
Figures 2-1 and 2-2 show the 2 x 1 Video Switch with Audio’s front and back  
panels. Table 2-1 describes its components.  
1
4
3
2
Figure 2-1. AVSW-HDMI2X1A front panel.  
5 6  
7
8
9
10  
Figure 2-2. AVSW-HDMI2X1A back panel.  
Table 2-1. Transmitter front- and back-panel components.  
Number  
Component  
Description  
1
LED  
Lights when Input 1 is connected.  
2
Push buttons  
LED  
Press to select Input 1 or Input 2.  
Lights when power is on.  
IR sensor.  
3
4
Sensor  
5
Barrel connector  
DCE  
Connects to power.  
6
Serial control port.  
7
3.5-mm connector  
3.5-mm connectors  
HDMI connector  
HDMI connectors  
Links to audio out.  
8
Link to audio inputs 1 and 2.  
Connects to HDMI output.  
Connects to HDMI inputs 1 and 2  
9
10  
AVSW-HDMI2X1A  
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Chapter 2: Overview  
2.4.2 AVSW-HDMI4X1A  
Figures 2-3 and 2-4 show the 4-Port Video Switch with Audio’s front and back  
panels. Table 2-2 describes its components.  
1
4
3
2
Figure 2-3. AVSW-HDMI4X1A front panel.  
5 6  
7
8
11  
9
10  
Figure 2-4. AVSW-HDMI4X1A back panel.  
Table 2-2. Receiver front- and back-panel components.  
Number  
Component  
LEDs  
Description  
1
Light when inputs are connected.  
Press to select input 1, 2, 3, or 4.  
Lights when power is on.  
IR sensor  
2
Push buttons  
LED  
3
4
Sensor  
5
Barrel connector  
DCE  
Connect to power.  
6
Serial control port.  
7
3.5-mm connector  
3.5-mm connectors  
HDMI connector  
HDMI connectors  
Function button  
Links to audio out.  
8
Link to audio inputs 1, 2, 3, and 4.  
Connects to HDMI output.  
Connect to HDMI inputs 1, 2, 3, and 4.  
Adjusts video signal strength.  
9
10  
11  
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Chapter 2: Overview  
2.4.3 AVSW-HDMI2X1  
Figures 2-5 and 2-6 show the 2 x 1 Video Switch’s front and back panels. Table  
2-3 describes its components.  
1
2
Figure 2-5. AVSW-HDMI2X1 front panel.  
3
4
5
Figure 2-6. AVSW-HDMI2X1 back panel.  
Table 2-3. Transmitter front- and back-panel components.  
Number  
Component  
Description  
1
LEDs  
Light when input 1 or input 2 is connected.  
Press this button to toggle the video source. The  
corresponding LED lights to indicate that a port is selected.  
2
Push button/LED  
3
4
5
Barrel connector  
HDMI connector  
HDMI connectors  
Links to power source.  
Connects to HDMI output.  
Connect to inputs 1 and 2.  
AVSW-HDMI2X1A  
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Chapter 2: Overview  
2.4.4 AVSW-HDMI4X1  
Figures 2-7 and 2-8 show the 4 x 1 Video Switch’s front and back panels. Table  
2-4 describes its components.  
2
1
Figure 2-7. AVSW-HDMI4X1 front panel.  
3
4
5
Figure 2-8. AVSW-HDMI4X1 back panel.  
Table 2-4. Transmitter front- and back-panel components.  
Number  
Component  
Description  
1
LEDs  
Light when input 1, 2, 3, or 4 is connected.  
Press this button in sequence to select the video source.  
The corresponding LED lights to indicate that a port is  
selected.  
2
Push button/LED  
3
4
5
Barrel connector  
HDMI connector  
HDMI connectors  
Links to power source.  
Connects to HDMI output.  
Connect to inputs 1, 2, 3, and 4.  
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Chapter 3: Installation  
3. Installation  
• Before installation, power off all devices that will be connected to this system.  
• Make sure that all devices you will connect are properly grounded.  
• Place cables away from fluorescent lights, air conditioners, and machines that  
are likely to generate electrical noise.  
NOTE: If you encounter no screen display after connecting a device:  
1. Make sure the device cables are correctly and firmly attached.  
2. Set your display device’s input source as HDMI.  
3. Check the PC BIOS configuration for the video output settings.  
4. Connect your computer to the display DIRECTLY to check if the video signal can  
get through.  
3.1 Connection Pattern  
Figure 3-1 shows a typical connection of the 4-Port Video Switch with audio  
(AVSW-HDMI4X1A).  
Serial  
cable  
Figure 3-1. 4-Port Video Switch (AVSW-HDMI4X1A).  
Figure 3-2 shows a typical connection of the 4-Port Video Switch  
(AVSW-HDMI4X1).  
AVSW-HDMI2X1A  
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Chapter 3: Installation  
Figure 3-2. 4-Port Video Switch (AVSW-HDMI4X1).  
3.2 Installation Steps  
1. Use an HDMI cable to connect the display to the video output port on the  
back of the switch. For models that support the standard audio feature  
(AVSW-HDMI4X1A or AVSW-HDMI2X1A), plug a set of audio jacks from the  
speaker to the switch’s speaker port.  
2. Use an HDMI cable to connect the source device to the video input port on the  
switch. For the models that support the audio feature (AVSW-HDMI4X1A or  
AVSW-HDMI2X1A), use an audio cable to connect the speaker port between  
the input side of the unit and the corresponding output port on the source  
device.  
3. Plug the power supply into the switch and power on the switch.  
4. Turn on the display (monitor, projector, or TV) and then power on the source  
device(s).  
NOTE: When each video source is powered on, make sure it has a display pointing  
to it for EDID communication. If a source does not have a display pointing  
to it, a video image might not display.  
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Chapter 4: Operation  
4. Operation  
4.1 Front-Panel Indicators  
Figure 4-1 shows the 4-Port Video Switch with Audio (AVSW-HDMI4X1A). The  
AVSW-HDMI2X1A switch is similar, but has two HDMI ports instead of four.  
Figure 4-2 shows the 4-Port Video Switch (AVSW-HDMI4X1). The AVSW-  
HDMI2X1 switch is similar, but has two HDMI ports instead of four. These models  
do not support audio.  
Figure 4-1. AVSW-HDMI4X1A.  
Figure 4-2. AVSW-HDMI4X1.  
Table 4-1. Front-panel indicators.  
Product Code  
Indicator  
Description  
Power LED  
Lights green when the video switch is powered on.  
AVSW-HDMI2X1A  
Video Port LEDs 1–2 Lights yellow when the corresponding video port is selected.  
Power LED Lights green when the video switch is powered on.  
Video Port LEDs 1–4 Lights yellow when the corresponding video port is selected.  
Port 1 LED Lights yellow when the switch is powered on.  
Video Port LEDs 1–2 Lights yellow when the corresponding video port is selected.  
Port 1 LED Lights yellow when the switch is powered on.  
Video Port LEDs 1–4 Lights yellow when the corresponding video port is selected.  
AVSW-HDMI4X1A  
AVSW-HDMI2X1  
AVSW-HDMI4X1  
AVSW-HDMI2X1A  
 
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Chapter 4: Operation  
Table 4-2. Front-panel push buttons.  
Product Code  
Push Buttons  
Description  
AVSW-HDMI2X1A  
(2) Video source  
Press the corresponding button to select Port 1 or Port 2.  
AVSW-HDMI4X1A  
AVSW-HDMI2X1  
AVSW-HDMI4X1  
(4) Video source  
(2) Video source  
(4) Video source  
Press the corresponding button to select Port 1–4.  
Toggles between Port 1 and Port 2.  
Toggles between Ports 1–4.  
4.2 Remote Control (AVSW-HDMI2X1A and AVSW-HDMI4X1A Only)  
To select a source device with a remote control, press the number button (1–4) to  
directly switch to the corresponding port.  
NOTE: Remove the battery protector on the remote controller before operation.  
NOTE: On the remote control, only buttons 1, 2, 3, and 4 are activated. The rest  
of the buttons are not used. See Figure 4-3.  
Figure 4-3. Remote control.  
AVSW-HDMI2X1A  
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Chapter 4: Operation  
4.3 Serial Control (AVSW-HDMI2X1A and AVSW-HDMI4X1A Only)  
The video switch’s built-in serial interface allows users to control the switch  
through a PC, serial controller devices, or home theater system.  
The controller’s serial port should be configured as shown below.  
Baud Rate: 9600  
Data Bits: 8  
Parity: None  
Stop Bits: 1  
Flow Control: None  
To select a source device via serial interface, select the number that corresponds to  
the port it is connected to as shown in Figure 4-4.  
Figure 4-4. Select video port screen.  
NOTE: Use a DB9 to 2.5-mm cable (see Figure 4-5) for serial connection.  
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Chapter 4: Operation  
6
1
200 20 mm  
3
4
2
1
3.5  
DC 2.5  
5
9
DB9 F  
Pinout  
DC 2.5  
DB9 F  
1 ————————— 3  
2 ————————— 2  
3 ————————— 8  
4 ————————— 5  
———— S  
Figure 4-5. DB9 to 2.5-mm cable pinout.  
4.4 Function Button (AVSW-HDMI4X1A Only)  
The Function button adjusts the optimal video signal strength corresponding to  
the length or quality of DVI cable.  
To adjust the video signal strength, follow these steps:  
1. Press the Function button three times.  
2. Press push button #1 one or two times to adjust the selected port’s input video  
strength. One beep = normal or two beeps = enhance.  
or  
Press push button #3 one or two times to adjust the selected port’s output  
current. One beep = normal or two beeps = enhance.  
or  
Press push button #4 one, two, three, or four times to adjust the selected  
port’s output emphasis. One beep = no pre-emphasis, two beeps = low pre-  
emphasis, three beeps = medium pre-emphasis, or four beeps = high pre-  
emphasis.  
3. Once the setting is finished, press the Function button one time to exit the  
setting.  
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