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User Manual Model 1372A and 1374A HDMI Switchers DATE LTR REVISION RECORD AUTH DR CK 1T -SX-632 v1.3 2x1 SWITCHER 1 2 1 2 ENHANCE POWER[...]
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2 3 T able Of Contents 1.0 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 2.0 Getting the Best Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 3.0 Checking Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 4.0 Connecting The Hardwar e . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 5.0 Operating the Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 6.0 T rou[...]
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2 3 1.0 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this HDMI switcher from Audio Authority . The Model 1372A and 1374A switchers are designed to allow selection of 2 or 4 inputs respectively for display on an HDMI compliant television or signal distribution system. These version 1.3 HDMI switchers support all standard HDTV formats, PC formats from 1024x[...]
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4 5 2.0 GETTING THE BEST RESUL TS Many factors inuence the quality and reliability of HDMI switcher installations. Consider the following and take basic precautions suggested below to ensure the best possible performance. • Output display device. The quality of the output signal depends largely upon the type and quality of the HDMI display dev[...]
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4 5 4.0 CONNECTING THE HARDW ARE Please study the front and rear panel drawings and become familiar with the signal input, outputs and power input. MRN-CLUX41AP-1AA MRN-1TSX634-2 CLUX-41AP(AA) 2008.03.20 1:1 陳秋文 膜面向上 MRN-CLUX41AP-1AA MRN-1TSX634-2 1 2 3 4 ENHANCE POWER INPUT 5V DC 1 2 3 4 HDMI OUT HDMI IN RS-232 Model 1374A 4X1 Switch[...]
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6 7 4.1 Using the Locking Cable Securing Feature If HDMI cables are used that are equipped with locking type connectors, remove the Philips head screws from the rear of the unit just above the HDMI connectors and replace them with the hex jackscrews included with the accessory pack. After screwing these into the threaded holes vacated by the Philip[...]
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6 7 5.3 Switcher Operation via RS-232 Machine Control The 1372 and 1374 HDMI Switchers may be operated using RS-232 protocols. The technical information needed is provided in the two charts below . A system using RS-232 control should be wired and programmed by a qualied custom integrator . Pin Denitions HDMI Switcher Control Unit PIN Deni[...]
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8 9 6.0 TROUBLESHOOTING • For higher resolutions such as 1080p, rst make certain that the input cable is as short as possible and none of the output cables are more than 15 meters long. HDMI cable design and quality are extremely important in long cable runs where capacitance can severely effect performance. Our 1391A Extender/DDC Corrector ma[...]
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8 9 7.0 SPECIFICA TIONS Video Inputs 1372A 2x HDMI via T ype A HDMI Connector 1374A 4x HDMI via T ype A HDMI Connector Video Output Both Models 1x HDMI via T ype A HDMI Connector General Frequency Bandwidth 2.25Gbps (Single Link) Color Depth 10/12 bit color depth display Supported PC Resolution Up to 1920x1200 Supported TV Formats 480i, 480p, 576i,[...]
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10 1 1 8.0 LIMITED W ARRANTY If any consumer product from Audio Authority fails due to defects in materials or workmanship within one year from the date of the original sale to the end-user , Audio Authority guarantees that we will replace the defective product at no cost. Freight charges for the replacement unit will be paid by Audio Authority (Gr[...]
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10 1 1 9.0 REGULA TOR Y COMPLIANCE The 1372A, and 1374A switchers have been tested for compliance with appropriate FCC and CE rules and regulations and are also RoHS compliant. The power adaptor/supplies have been tested for compliance with UL, CE and CSA rules and regulations and are also RoHS compliant. 10.0 CONT ACT INFORMA TION Should you have [...]
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