Atlona AT-DVI-41A User manual

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User Manual
AtlonA
4x1DVI Switcher with
Stereo Audio
AT-DVI-41A

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Introduction .................................................. 3
2. Package Contents .................................................. 3
3. Features .................................................. 3
4. Specication .................................................. 4
5. Description .................................................. 4
5.1. Front Panel .................................................. 4
5.2. Rear Panel .................................................. 5
6. Remote Control .................................................. 6
7. IR Extender .................................................. 6
7.1. IR Extender Connection .................................................. 6
7.2. IR Extender Package .................................................. 7
8. RS 232 .................................................. 7
8.1. RS-232 Serial Interface .................................................. 7
8.2. RS232 .................................................. 7
8.3. Protocol Commands .................................................. 8
8.4. RS-232 Serial Commands .................................................. 8
8.5. Front Panel Lock .................................................. 8
9. Atlona Product Registration .................................................. 8
10. Safety Information .................................................. 9
11. Warranty .................................................. 10

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INTRODUCTION
PACKAGE CONTENTS:
FEATURES:
The Atlona AT-DVI-41A is 4 inputs and 1 output DVI Switcher with Stereo Audio. The switcher is designed to
route up to 4 x DVI sources with Audio to a single display. The DVI-41A is capable of passing extremely high
resolutions up to 1920x1200 or 1080p. Each input is featured with a built-in repeater which will help to keep the
signal quality the same as it was originally.
The DVI switcher is fully HDCP compliant, therefore could be used along with HDMI sources, DVI/HDMI adapt-
ers or cables will be required.
The Atlona 4x1 DVI Switcher could be controlled though IR remote, RS232 port or manually via buttons selec-
tion on the front panel of the switch.
Note: For applications where customer would need the computer to sense a monitor at all the time even when switcher is
switched to a different computer, we recommend to use our EDID Recorder, AT-DVISync. User would require 1 x DVISync
per computer.
• 1 x AT-DVI-41A (4x1 DVI Switch with Stereo Audio)
• 1 x Manual
• 1 x IR Remote Control
• 19 inch Rack Ears - 1U
• IR Extender allows user to connect an IR extension cable to the switcher and control the switch from up to
1000ft away.
• RS232 Cable
• Power Supply 12VDC, Universal Type 50/60Hz, 100~230 VAC
• The Atlona AT-DVI-41A is designed to switch up to 4 x computers to 1 x monitor.
• Switcher is featured with 4 x Stereo audio inputs and 1 x Output
• Switcher is able to support high resolutions up to 1920x1200 (WUXGA) or 1080p (1920x1080)
• AT-DVI-41A is fully HDCP compliant and therefore can also work with HDMI sources (DVI/HDMI adapters
will be required)
• High Bandwidth Support up to 6.75Gbps allows high motion video and high resolutions to be passed though
without any delay or degradation
• Support wide range of Computer resolutions from VGA to WUXGA (640x480 ~ 1920x1200)
• HDTV resolutions: 480i/480p, 576i/576p, 720p, 1080i & 1080p (50/60Hz)
• Switcher is compatible with all DVI enabled computers and monitors (DVI output has to be digital only)
• Support Digital Video TMDS formats in Deep Color up to 36bits
• IR input jack, allows users to extend IR signal up to 1000ft from the switch
• Various control Options: IR, RS232 and Manual Push Button on the front panel
• Rack Mountable, comes with a set of rack ears – 1U

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DESCRIPTION
Type of a Switcher 4 input to 1 output DVI with Stereo Audio Switch
DVI Input DVI-I (Digital Only)
Stereo Audio Input 1/8-inch (3.5mm)
Resolution support up to 1920x1200 or 1080p
HDCP Compliant
EDID Compliant
Input Signals Video (TMDS) 0.5~1.0Vpp, DDC 5Vpp
Various video input
interface support-
ing digital video
standards
RGB/YCBCR24/30/36-bits
YCBCR8/10/12/16/20/24-bits
Double data rate interface
for RGB/YCBCR
12/15/18-bits
Various control Options IR, RS232 and Manual Push Button on the front panel
Data Rates 250Mbps to 6.75Gbps
Infrared frequency 38 KHz
Safety Approvals CE, FCC, RoHs (2002/95/EC)
Dimensions (LWH) 19”x 7.87” x 1.75”(482mm x 200mm x 44mm) – 1U
Power Supply DC12V / 1.25A (110~240V)
Shipping Weight 5.80 lb
SPECIFICATIONS:
1. POWER ON SWITCH
The power switch turns the unit ON and OFF. The LED will illuminate red to indicate that the switcher is ON.
2. INPUT SOURCES STATUS LED’s
Input sources 1 though 4 LED will illuminate blue to indicate that a Digital source is present on that input.
3. SOURCES SELECT BUTTONS
4 x buttons for selecting desired DVI input
4. IR SENSOR
The IR sensor receives IR commands from the IR remote control.
5. OUTPUT STATUS WITH LED DISPLAY
Output Status via LED to reveal 1~4 input sources.
6. 19 INCH EAR MOUNT PAIR
19 –inch Rack Ears - 1U
1. Front Panel
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2. Rear Panel
1. DC POWER INPUT
12V/1.25A, center positive power input. Please ensure that plug is always securely connected to the
switcher. Atlona only approves a use of the included power supply, if user needs to use a different power
supply, Atlona has to provide an ofcial approval, and otherwise the warranty will be VOID.
Power Jack:
DC Jack - inner OD O 2.1mm (+)
Outside OD O 5.5mm (GND)
Power input - 12VDC, 1.25A
2. IR EXTENDER CONTROL
IR input, allows user to connect an IR cable up to 1000ft to be able to control the unit from far away.
IR Extender Jack:
Female Jack - inner OD 3.5 mm (1/8-inch)
3. RS 232 CONNECTION
RS 232 control port allows users to control AT-DVI-41A though a 3rd party control system or though the
computer directly.
Port Specications: DB-9pin Female connector
4. INPUTS - 1 ~ 4 DVI and Stereo Audio
Connect up to 4 x DVI with Stereo Audio Sources. DVI inputs are (DVI-I); however will only take Digital
Signal. Stereo Audio inputs are 1/8-inch (3.5mm)
5. OUTPUTS - 1 x DVI and Stereo Audio
Connect 1 x DVI with Stereo Audio Display. DVI output is (DVI-I); however will only take Digital Signal.
Stereo Audio output is 1/8-inch (3.5mm)
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REMOTE CONTROL
IR EXTENDER
1. SWITCH POWER ON or OFF
2. PORT 1 ~ 4 INPUT SOURCES SELECTION
# 1 - INPUT-1 Select input 1 source with selection button
# 2 - INPUT-2 Select input 2 source with selection button
# 3 - INPUT-3 Select input 3 source with selection button
# 4 - INPUT-4 Select input 4 source with selection button
1. IR Extender Connection
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2. IR Extender Package
RS 232
1. RS-232 Serial Interface
RS-232 serial interface allows connecting a control system or a computer to it for controlling the switcher
Pin RS-232 Denition
1 - Not used
2 Tx Transmitter
3 Rx Receiver
4 - Not used
5 GND Ground
6 - Not used
7 - Not used
8 - Not used
9 - Not used
2. RS232
The Atlona switcher is featured with RS232 control port which allows users to control the switch though a con-
trol system or from the computer.
The serial communication parameters are 9600 baud rate, 8 bit, No Parity and 1 stop bit
When the unit recognizes a complete command it will perform the requested action - there is no delimiter char-
acter required.
Note: The unit does not send out a feedback message when a value is changed from the front panel or by IR control. If
the switcher needs to be controlled though front panel in addition to the RS232 control, user should regularly verify the
unit’s status to ensure the control system accurately reects the current settings.
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ATLONA PRODUCT REGISTRATION
Thank you for purchasing this Atlona product — we hope you’ll enjoy it.
We also hope that you’ll take a few moments to register your new purchase. Registration creates an ownership
record if your product is lost or stolen and helps ensure you’ll receive notication of performance issues and rmware
updates.
At Atlona, we respect and protect your privacy and assure you that your registration information is completely
secure. Of course, Atlona product registration is totally voluntary and failure to register will not diminish your limited war-
ranty rights.
To register go to www.atlona.com/registration
3. Protocol Commands
To Switch Inputs to Outputs
SBI0XO0Y - Where X is Output Number (1-1) and Y is Input Number (1-4)
Unit will respond with
SBUD0XOY - Where X is Output Number (1-1) and Y is Input Number (1-4)
Example: Send Input 4 to Output 1
SBI04O01 – Sending Command
SBUD04O1 – would be the feedback command which switcher will send back to the control system to conrm
the input change
4. RS-232 Serial Commands
Power OFF command - SBSYSMOF
Power ON command - SBSYSMON
Unit will respond with:
Unit is in Standby - SBALOFAK
Unit is no longer in Standby - SBALONAK
Example: Put Unit in Standby (Soft Power) SBSYSMOF
Switchers will feedback with SBALOFAK
5. Front Panel Lock
Note: Hard resetting the unit will unlock the Front Panel controls.
Lock Front Panel: SBSYSMLK – When locked, changes can only be made via RS232
Unlock front panel: SBSYSMUK
Unit will respond with: SBSYSLOK - Front Panel has been locked
SBSYSULK - Front Panel has been Unlocked
SBALLRST - Reset every output to Input 1
Unit will respond with SBRSTACK

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SAFETY INFORMATION
Safeguards
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
expose this product to rain or moisture.
If the wall plug does not t into your local
power socket, hire an electrician to replace
your obsolete socket.
Do not modify the wall plug.
Doing so will void the warranty and safety
features.
This equipment should be installed near
the socket outlet and the device should
be easily accessible in case it requires
disconnection.
Precautions
FCC Regulations state that any
unauthorized changes or modications to
this equipment not expressly approved by
the manufacturer could void the
user’s authority to operate this
equipment.
Operate this product using only the
included external power supply. Use of
other power supplies could impair
performance, damage the product or cause
res.
In the event of an electrostatic discharge,
this device may automatically turn off. If this
occurs, unplug the device, and plug it back
in.
Protect and route power cords so they will
not be stepped on or pinched by anything
placed on or against them. Be especially
careful of plug-ins, or cord exit points from
this product.
Avoid excessive humidity, sudden
temperature changes or temperature
extremes.
Keep this product away from wet locations
such as bathtubs, sinks, laundries, wet
basements and swimming pools.
Use only accessories recommended by
ATLONA to avoid re, shock or other
hazards.
Unplug the product before cleaning. Use
a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use
cleaning uid or aerosols, which could
enter the unit and cause damage, re or
electrical shock. Some substances may
also mar the nish of the product.
Never open or remove unit panels or make
any adjustments not described in this
manual. Attempting to do so could expose
you to dangerous electrical shock or other
hazards. It may also cause damage to your
AT-DVI-41A. Opening the product will void
the warranty.
Do not attempt to service the unit. Instead
disconnect it and contact your Authorized
ATLONA reseller or contact ATLONA
directly.

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1. LIMITED WARRANTY
Atlona Technologies warrants that (a) its products (the “Product”) will perform substantially in accordance with the ac-
companying written materials for a period of 3 YEARS from the date of receipt and (b) that the Product will be free from
defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of 3 years. In the event applicable law
imposes any implied warranties, the implied warranty period is limited to 3 years from the date of receipt. Some jurisdic-
tions do not allow such limitations on duration of an implied warranty, so the above limitation may not apply to Customer.
2. CUSTOMER REMEDIES
Atlona Technologies and its suppliers’ entire liability and Customer’s exclusive remedy shall be, at Atlona Technologies’
option, either return of the price paid for the Product, or repair or replacement of the Product that does not meet this
Limited Warranty and which is returned to Atlona Technologies with a copy of Customer’s receipt. This Limited Warranty
is void if failure of the Product has resulted from accident, abuse, or misapplication. Any replacement Product will be war-
ranted for the remainder of the original warranty period or 3 year, whichever is longer.
3. NO OTHER WARRANTIES
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ATLONA TECHNOLOGIES AND ITS SUPPLIERS
DISCLAIM ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO IM-
PLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, WITH REGARD TO
THE PRODUCT AND ANY RELATED WRITTEN MATERIALS. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES CUSTOMER SPE-
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4. NO LIABILITY FOR DAMAGES
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ITS SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES WHATSOEVER (INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, SPECIAL, IN-
CIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR INDIRECT DAMAGES FOR PERSONAL INJURY, LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS,
BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, LOSS OF BUSINESS INFORMATION, OR ANY OTHER PECUNIARY LOSS) ARISING
OUT OF THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT, EVEN IF ATLONA TECHNOLOGIES HAS BEEN AD-
VISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. IN ANY CASE, ATLONA TECHNOLOGIES’ AND ITS SUPPLIERS’
ENTIRE LIABILITY UNDER ANY PROVISION OF THIS AGREEMENT SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE AMOUNT ACTU-
ALLY PAID BY YOU FOR THE PRODUCT. BECAUSE SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT
APPLY TO YOU.