Black Box AVSW-DP2X1 User manual

BL A C K B O X®

Share a DisplayPort display output (monitor,

projector, or TV) between multiple device

DisplayPort inputs.

Models available with or without serial and 3.5-mm audio.

2 x 1 and 4 x 1 DisplayPort Switches

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: info@blackbox.com

Customer

Support

Information

AVSW-DP2X1 AVSW-DP4X1

AVSW-DP2X1A AVSW-DP4X1A

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FCC and IC RFI Statements and NOM Statement

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 interference 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

emission 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.

Normas Oficiales Mexicanas (NOM)

Electrical Safety Statement

INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD

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.

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NOM Statement

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.

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.

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NOM Statement

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

Black Box and the Double Diamond logo are registered trademarks

of BB Technologies, Inc.

Xbox is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

Wii is a registered trademark of Nintendo of America, 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

1. Specifications ............................................................................................. 7

2. Overview ............................................................................................. 8

2.1 Introduction....................................................................................... 8

2.2 Features ............................................................................................. 8

2.3 What’s Included................................................................................. 8

2.4 Hardware Description .......................................................................10

2.4.1 AVSW-DP2X2 Front and Back Panels ..................................10

2.4.2 AVSW-DP2X1A Front and Back Panels ................................11

2.4.3 AVSW-DP4X1 Front and Back Panels...................................12

2.4.4 AVSW-DP4X1A Front and Back Panels.................................13

3. Installation ............................................................................................15

3.1 Connection Pattern...........................................................................15

3.2 Installation Steps...............................................................................16

4. Operation ............................................................................................17

4.1 Front-Panel Indicators and Push Buttons...........................................17

4.2 Remote Control ................................................................................18

4.3. Serial Control (AVSW-DP2X1A and AVSW-DP4X1A Only) ................19

5. Troubleshooting ......................................................................................... 20

5.1 Contacting Black Box....................................................................... 20

5.2 Shipping and Packaging .................................................................. 20

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Chapter 1: Specifications

1. Specifications

Maximum Video Resolution — Full HD (1920 x 1080), WUXGA (1920 x 1200),

WQXGA (2560 x 1600)

Number of Video Inputs — AVSW-DP2X1, AVSW-DP2X1A: (2);

AVSW-DP4X1, AVSW-DP4X1A: (4)

Remote Control Support — Yes

Serial Control Support — AVSW-DP2X1, AVSW-D4X1: N/A;

AVSW-DP2X1A, AVSW-DP4X1A: Yes

Enclosure — Metal

User Controls — AVSW-DP2X1A: (2) Input push buttons;

AVSW-DP4X1A: (4) Input push buttons;

AVSW-DP2X1, AVSW-DP4X1: (1) Input push button with integral LED

Connectors — AVSW-DP2X1: Input: (2) DisplayPort female;

Output: (1) DisplayPort female;

AVSW-DP2X1A: Input: (2) DisplayPort female, (2) audio jacks;

Output: (1) DisplayPort female, (1) audio jack;

AVSW-DP4X1: Input: (4) DisplayPort female;

Output: (1) DisplayPort female;

AVSW-DP4X1A: Input: (4) DisplayPort female, (4) audio jacks;

Output: (1) DisplayPort female, (1) audio jack

Indicators — (2) LEDs: (1) Video (green), (1) Output (yellow)

Power Consumption (Maximum) — 9 VDC, 1.5 A, 13.5 W

Size — AVSW-DP2X1, AVSW-DP4X1: 0.8"H x 6.2"W x 2.6"D (2 x 15.7 x 6.6 cm);

AVSW-DP2X1A, AVSW-DP4X1A: 1.4"H x 8.7"W x 3.9"D (3.6 x 22 x 9.9 cm)

Weight — AVSW-DP2X1: 0.64 lb. (0.29 kg);

AVSW-DP2X1A: 1.4 lb. (0.64 kg);

AVSW-DP4X1: 0.7 lb. (0.32 kg);

AVSW-DP4X1A: 1.6 lb. (0.73 kg)

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Chapter 2: Overview

2. Overview

2.1 Introduction

The 2- and 4-Port DisplayPort Switches enable users to quickly and easily share a

single DisplayPort display with a Blu-ray player, HD-DVD, Xbox®, Wii®, PS3, satellite

receiver, etc.) from your device inputs to one output device (monitor, projector, or

TV). You can select the desired input source via the remote control within the

range of 15 feet (5 meters) or push button on the switch. You don’t need to plug

and unplug video sources, making it more convenient, more affordable, and more

efficient to use your A/V equipment.

The built-in serial interface also enables users to control the Video Switch through

a PC, serial controller devices, or home theater system, integrating the whole A/V

environment (depends on model).

2.2 Features

• Select (1) video from (2) or (4) different video sources (AVSW-DP2X1,

AVSW-DP4X1).

• Select (1) video plus (1) audio from (2) or (4) different video plus audio sources

(AVSW-DP2X1A, AVSW-DP4X1A).

• Uses front-panel buttons for easy switching.

• Supports IR remote control (AVSW-DP2X1A, AVSW-DP4X1A only).

• Supports serial remote control (AVSW-DP2X1A, AVSW-DP4X1A only).

• LEDs show the active status of input video (plus audio) sources.

• Supports DisplayPort monitors.

• Supports video resolution up to UXGA (1600 x 1200)/Full HD (1920 x 1080)/

WUXGA (1920 x 1200).

• Supports video resolution up to 2560 x 1440/WQXGA (2560 x 1600) (DP).

• Compatible with most of the popular screen resolutions: XGA, SXGA, UXGA,

WSXGA to Full HD, WUXGA system.

• DisplayPort 1.1 compatible (DP).

2.3 What’s Included

Your package should contain the following items. If anything is missing

or damaged, contact Black Box Technical Support at 724-746-5500

or info@blackbox.com.

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Chapter 2: Overview

AVSW-DP2X1A:

• 2 x 1 DisplayPort 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-DP4X1A:

• 4 x 1 DisplayPort 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-DP2X1:

• 2 x 1 DisplayPort Video Switch

• Power adapter with required AC cord

• This user’s manual

• (1) set of foot pads

AVSW-DP4X1:

• 4 x 1 DisplayPort Video Switch

• Power adapter with required AC cord

• This user’s manual

• (1) set of foot pads

You might also need (for AVSW-DP2X1A or AVSW-DP4X1A only):

• Audio cable (EJ110)

• 6-ft. (1.8-m) DisplayPort Cable (M-to-M) for DP A/V source connection

(EVNDP01)

• Serial cable

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Chapter 2: Overview

2.4 Hardware Description

2.4.1 AVSW-DP2X1 Front and Back Panels

Figure 2-1 shows the front panel of the AVSW-DP2X1. Figure 2-2 shows the back

panel. Table 2-1 describes its components.

Figure 2-1. AVSW-DP2X1 front panel.

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Figure 2-2. AVSW-DP2X1 back panel.

Table 2-1. AVSW-DP2X1 components.

Number Component Description

1LED Lights when Input 1 or Input 2 is selected.

2Push button/LED Press this button to toggle the video source. The corresponding

LED lights to indicate that a port is selected.

3Barrel connector Links to power source.

4DisplayPort connector Connects to DisplayPort output.

5DisplayPort connector Connects to inputs 1 and 2.

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