StarTech.com VS221HDQ User manual

Manual Revision: 10/15/2013

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VS221HDQ

2-Port HDMI® Auto Switch - 1080p

*actual product may vary from photos

Instruction Manual

FCC Compliance Statement

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 determined by

turning the equipment o 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 dierent from that to which the receiver

is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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Table of Contents

Product Diagram ....................................................................................1

Introduction............................................................................................2

Packaging Contents ................................................................................................................................. 2

System Requirements.............................................................................................................................. 2

Hardware Installation............................................................................3

Hardware Operation ................................................................................................................................ 3

Specications..........................................................................................5

Technical Support ..................................................................................6

Warranty Information............................................................................6

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Product Diagram

HDMI

Input #1

HDMI

Input #2 HDMI

Output

EDID port

selection

switch EDID copy

button Power

Adapter

Port

Mode

selection

switch

Manual

Switch

LED port

selection

indicator

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Introduction

Packaging Contents

• 1x HDMI® Auto Switch

• 1x Universal Power Adapter

• 1x Remote control

• 1x Instruction Manual

System Requirements

• 2x Video source devices (i.e. computer, Blu-ray Player)

• HDMI® enabled display device (i.e. television, projector)

• 3x M/M HDMI® cables

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Hardware Installation

1. Connect an HDMI cable (not included) from the HDMI Output port on the switch to

an HDMI enabled display device (i.e. television, projector).

2. Connect an HDMI cable (not included) from each input device to the HDMI Input

Ports on each video source device (i.e. computer, Blu-ray Player).

NOTE: This device features 2 prioritized HDMI input ports. If the active HDMI source

is turned o, disconnected, or otherwise lost, the switch will automatically select

the next available HDMI signal as the priority output. As a result it is a good idea to

prioritize the devices connected based on frequency of use. The device used the

most should be connected to HDMI Input Port #3, while the device used the most

would be connected to HDMI Input Port #3.

3. Turn on the display device, followed by the video source devices.

Hardware Operation

Mode Selection

Change the mode selection switch to select your desired operation mode. Instructions

for operating each mode are listed below:

Manual Mode

1. Press the Manual switch to switch between input devices from 1 to 2.

2. The Active Port LED Indicator will light as video sources are toggled indicating

which port is selected.

Priority Mode

Using the Priority switch feature, you can automatically switch between video sources

simply by turning o and on the devices connected to the prioritized ports.

For example: If you typically watch TV through your Cable or Satellite set top box,

but sometimes watch movies on your Blu-ray player. You can connect your set top

box to Port #1, and your Blu-ray player to Port#2. When the Blu-ray player is turned

on to watch a movie the HDMI switch will automatically switch to the Blu-ray player.

When the movie is over, simply turn o your Blu-ray player and the HDMI switch will

automatically switch back to your set top box.

Automatic Mode

Using Automatic mode the switch will automatically switch to the most recently

activated device. For example if you are watching TV and would like to watch your

Blu-ray player, simply turn your Blu-ray player on. To switch back to the TV you can

turn the Blu-ray player o, or switch the TV back on after being switched o when the

Blu-ray player is active.

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EDID Copy

EDID allows the video source to output the most ideal signal to the video display. The

“EDID Copy” function on the HDMI switch ensures that EDID is still active through the

switch. This function allows the system to maintain the EDID settings while switching

between sources.

EDID Copy Positions

Position Description

1O

2EDID audio copy only

3EDID video copy only

4EDID video and audio copy

EDID Copy Setup

1. Set the EDID Copy switch to your desired EDID copy position.

2. Press and hold the “EDID copy” button for 3 to 5 seconds until the LEDs ash.

3. EDID is now copied.

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Specications

Input Ports 2

Output Ports 1

AV Input HDMI

AV Output HDMI

Audio Yes

Max Distance 10m / 33ft

Max Resolution 1080p

Wide Screen Supported Yes

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Technical Support

StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to

provide industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help with your product, visit

www.startech.com/support and access our comprehensive selection of online tools,

documentation, and downloads.

For the latest drivers/software, please visit www.startech.com/downloads

Warranty Information

This product is backed by a two year warranty.

In addition, StarTech.com warrants its products against defects in materials

and workmanship for the periods noted, following the initial date of purchase.

During this period, the products may be returned for repair, or replacement with

equivalent products at our discretion. The warranty covers parts and labor costs only.

StarTech.com does not warrant its products from defects or damages arising from

misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.

Limitation of Liability

In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their

ocers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect,

special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of prots, loss of business,

or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the

actual price paid for the product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation

of incidental or consequential damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions

contained in this statement may not apply to you.

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Canada, the United Kingdom and Taiwan servicing a worldwide market.

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