Black Box EVNHDMI-VGA-MF User manual

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HDMI to VGA Adapter
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Trademarks Used in this Manual/Disclaimer
Trademarks Used in this Manual
Black Box and the Double Diamond logo are registered trade-
marks of BB Technologies, Inc.
HDMI is a registered trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC.
Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
Any other trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowl-
edged to be the property of the trademark owners.
Disclaimer
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of any kind, including, but not limited to, punitive, consequen-
tial or cost of cover damages, resulting from any errors in the
product information or specifications set forth in this document
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FCC and IC RFI Statements
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 classe A prescrites dans le Règlement sur le
brouillage radioélectrique publié par Industrie Canada.

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NOM Statement
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.
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 a lo descrito en las instrucciones
de operación. Todo otro servicio deberá ser referido a
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NOM Statement
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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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1. Specifications ................................................................. 8
2. Overview ................................................................. 9
2.1 Introduction................................................................ 9
2.2 Features ................................................................. 9
2.3 What’s Included ......................................................... 9
2.4 Application Diagram ..................................................10
3. Setup................... .................................................................11
4. Troubleshooting .................................................................13
4.1 Contacting Black Box .................................................13
4.2 Shipping and Packaging.............................................13

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Chapter 1: Specifications
1. Specifications
Approvals FCC, CE, WEEE
Compatible
Operating Systems
Windows XP;
Windows Vista;
Windows 7;
Windows 8
HDMI Input Standard HDMI (A-type HDMI)
Housing ABS plastic
Supported
Resolutions
1920 x 1080;
1680 x 1050;
1600 x 1200;
1440 x 900;
1400 x 1050;
1280 x 1024;
1280 x 800;
1280 x 720;
1024 x 768;
800 x 600;
640 x 480
Connectors Input: HDMI;
Output: VGA
Power Mode: Bus power only;
Consumption: 1596 mW max.
Dimensions 0.7"H x 1.8"W x 1.9"D
(1.8 x 4.5 x 4.7 cm)
Weight 0.1 lb. (0.05 kg)

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Chapter 2: Overview
2. Overview
2.1 Introduction
The HDMI®to VGA Adapter supports analog video output up to
UXGA and 1080p. The adapter incorporates an Equalizer and
HDMI core engine in a single chip.
The HDMI to VGA Adapter is a plug-and-play device. Just plug it
into an HDMI port on your PC or other HDMI portable device,
follow the menu prompts, and the adapter is ready to operate.
2.1 Features
• On-chip HDMI with equalizer
• Supports pixel clock rate from 25 MHz to 165 MHz
• Supports analog video up to UXGA and 1080p
• Flexible interrupt registers with interrupt pin
• Low standby current at power down mode
• Plug-and-play
2.3 What’s included
• HDMI to VGA Adapter
• A printed quick start guide
NOTE: To download this user manual, go to blackbox.com and
type EVNHDMI-VGA-MF in the search bar.

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Chapter 2: Overview
2.4 Application Diagram
Monitor/
Projector
Laptop
EVNHDMI-VGA-MF
Figure 2-1. Typical application.

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Chapter 3: Setup
3. Setup
The screens shown in the steps below are for Windows®7. If you
have Windows XP, Vista, or 8, the screens might look somewhat
different, but the basic functions are the same.
STEP 1: Start the program in Windows. For example, in
Windows 7, click Start\All program.
STEP 2: Select Control Panel\Display.
Figure 3-1. STEP 2.

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Chapter 3: Setup
STEP 3: Select the resolution and display mode.
Figure 3-2. STEP 3.

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Chapter 4: Troubleshooting
4. Troubleshooting
4.1 Contacting Black Box
If you determine that your HDMI to VGA Adapter is malfunction-
ing, do not attempt to alter or repair the unit. It contains no
user-serviceable parts. Contact Black Box Technical Support at
724-746-5500 or [e-mail].
Before you do, make a record of the history of the problem. We
will be able to provide more efficient and accurate assistance if
you have a complete description, including:
• the nature and duration of the problem.
• when the problem occurs.
• the components involved in the problem.
• any particular application that, when used, appears to create
the problem or make it worse.
4.2 Shipping and Packaging
If you need to transport or ship your HDMI to VGA Adapter:
• Package it carefully. We recommend that you use the original
container.
• If you are returning the unit, make sure you include everything
you received with it. Before you ship for return or repair, con-
tact Black Box to get a Return Authorization (RA) number.

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NOTES

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