Black Box VSP-HDMI2-1X4 User manual

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HDMI 2.0
SPLITTE R 1X4
VSP-HDMI2-1X4
USER MANUAL
INPUT
OUTPUT2
OUTPUT1
DC 12V
OUTPUT3 OUTPUT4
POWER
OUTPUT
1234
EDID TX RX GND
INPUT
5
6
7
8
9
A
B
C
D
E
F
0
1
2
3
4

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................................................................................... 3
1. SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................................................................................................................... 4
2. OVERVIEW...................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
2.1 Introduction...............................................................................................................................................................................................5
2.2 Features ....................................................................................................................................................................................................5
2.3 What’s Included........................................................................................................................................................................................5
2.4 Hardware Description..............................................................................................................................................................................6
3. CONNECTIONS AND INSTALLATION.......................................................................................................................................... 8
Installation Steps............................................................................................................................................................................................8
4. EDID MANAGEMENT..................................................................................................................................................................... 9
5. RS-232........................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
RS-232 Pinout...............................................................................................................................................................................................10
6. TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................................................................................................... 11
6.1 Troubleshooting Steps...........................................................................................................................................................................11
6.2 Contacting Black Box.............................................................................................................................................................................11
APPENDIX A. REGULATORY INFORMATION ................................................................................................................................ 12
A.1 FCC Statement .......................................................................................................................................................................................12
A.2 NOM Statement .....................................................................................................................................................................................13
APPENDIX B. DISCLAIMER/TRADEMARKS ................................................................................................................................. 14
B.1 Disclaimer ...............................................................................................................................................................................................14
B.2 Trademarks Used in this Manual ..........................................................................................................................................................14

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Do not expose this apparatus to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing liquids. Do not place any objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on
the apparatus.
2. Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in another confined space. Make sure the unit is well ventilated.
3. To prevent risk of electric shock or fire hazard due to overheating, do not obstruct the unit’s ventilation openings with newspapers,
tablecloths, curtains, and similar items.
4. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
5. Do not place sources of open flames, such as lighted candles, on the unit.
6. Clean this apparatus only with a dry cloth.
7. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
8. Do not walk on or pinch the power cord, particularly at plugs.
9. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
10. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

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CHAPTER 1: SPECIFICATIONS
TABLE 1-1. SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATION DESCRIPTION
Technical
Input (1) HDMI Type A female
Output (2) HDMI Type A female
Input/Output Signal Type HDMI: HDMI 2.0 w/ HDCP 2.2
Input/Output Resolution
Support
SMPTE: 1280 x 720p, 1920 x 1080i, 1920 x 1080p, 3840 x 2160, 4096 x 2160;
VESA: 800 x 600,1024 x 768,1280 x 768,1280 x 800,1280 x 960,1280 x 1024,1360 x 768,1366 x 768,
1440 x 1050, 1440 x 900,1600 x 900,1600 x 1200,1680 x 1050,1920 x 1200
Audio Format PCM 2.0/5.1/7.1, Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio
Maximum Data Rate 18 Gbps
Input Video Signal 0.5 – 1.0 V p-p
Input DDC Signal 5 V p-p
Maximum Pixel Clock 600 MHz
Power Supply 12 VDC, 1 A
Power Consumption
(Maximum) 4 W
General
Operating Temperature 32 to 113° F (0 to 45° C)
Storage Temperature -4 to +158° F (-20 to +70° C)
Humidity 10 to 90%, noncondensing
ESD Protection Human-Body Model: ±8 kV (air-gap discharge)/±4 kV (contact discharge)
Dimensions Each unit: 0.7” H x 6.6” W x 2.7” D (1.8 x 16.7 x 6.9 cm)
Weight Each unit: 0.7 lb. (0.3 kg)
Approvals CE, FCC, IC, RCM, and VCCI

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CHAPTER 1: SPECIFICATIONS
2.1 INTRODUCTION
The HDMI 2.0 Splitter - 4K60, 1 x 4 is a 1 to 4 HDMI splitter. It supports HDMI 2.0 with resolutions up to 4K @ 60 Hz 4:4:4 8-bit and is
HDCP 2.2 compliant.
This device also supports EDID and HDCP management, which authenticates HDCP encryption between all devices, ensuring the HDMI
source reliably outputs the correct content to the displays.
This splitter is an ideal choice for applications such as offices, schools, conference rooms, hotels and museums that require the
distribution of one HDMI source signal to four outputs.
2.2 FEATURES
Slim profile, space saving and easy-to-install
Distributes one HDMI source to four HDMI displays
Supports HDMI 2.0 with resolutions up to 4K @ 60 Hz 4:4:4 8-bit and HDCP 2.2
Multi-channel PCM, Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD audio supported up to 7.1 ch
EDID rotary switch on rear panel for EDID management
RS-232 port for firmware update
Automatic input cable equalization and signal regeneration compensation
2.3 WHAT’S INCLUDED
Your package should include the following items. If anything is missing or damaged, contact Black Box Technical Support
at 877-877-2269 or [e-mail]
VSP-HDMI2-1X2 includes:
(1) HDMI 2.0 Splitter - 4K60, 1 x 4
(1) Power supply (12 VDC, 0.5 A)
(1) Phoenix male 3.5-mm connector (3 pins)
(2) Mounting brackets

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CHAPTER 2: OVERVIEW
2.4 HARDWARE DESCRIPTION
Figures 2-1 and 2-2 show the front and back panels of the splitter. Table 2-1 describes its components.
POWER
OUTPUT
1234
INPUT
123
FIGURE 2-1. SPLITTER FRONT PANEL
INPUT
OUTPUT2
OUTPUT1
DC 12V
OUTPUT3 OUTPUT4 EDID TX RX GND
5
6
7
8
9
A
B
C
D
E
F
0
1
2
3
4
241 5
3
FIGURE 2-2. SPLITTER BACK PANEL

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CHAPTER 2: OVERVIEW
TABLE 2-1. SPLITTER COMPONENTS
NUMBER IN
FIGURE 2-1 COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
1 Input LED ON: The HDMI source is connected to the splitter.
OFF: No HDMI source is connected to the splitter.
2 Output 1–4 LEDs ON: The HDMI display is connected to the splitter.
OFF: No HDMI display is connected to the splitter.
3Power LED ON: The splitter is powered on.
OFF: The splitter is powered off.
NUMBER IN
FIGURE 2-2 COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
1 Power connector Links to 12-VDC power input
2 HDMI Output 1–4 connectors Connect to the HDMI displays
3 HDMI Input connector Connects to the HDMI source device
4 EDID rotary switch Used for EDID management
5 RS-232 connector Used for firmware update

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CHAPTER 3: CONNECTIONS AND INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION STEPS
1. Connect an HDMI source to the HDMI IN port of the splitter via a qualified HDMI 2.0 standard cable.
2. Connect the HDMI displays to the HDMI OUT ports of the splitter.
3. Connect the supplied 12-VDC power supply to the splitter. Check if the Power, HDMI IN and HDMI OUT LEDs light steadily on the
splitter to indicate successful connection.
INPUT
OUTPUT2
OUTPUT1
DC 12V
OUTPUT3 OUTPUT4 EDID TX RX GND
5
6
7
8
9
A
B
C
D
E
F
0
1
2
3
4
TV
HDMI OUT
HDMI IN
PROJECTOR
HDMI OUT
DVD
FIGURE 3-1. TYPICAL APPLICATION
NOTES:
The source may be any HDMI source device such as an Apple TV, STB, DVR, Xbox, DVD player, etc.
The display may be any HDMI display device such as a TV, video wall, interactive whiteboard, projector, etc.

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CHAPTER 4: EDID MANAGEMENT
EDID (Extended Display Identification Data) is a data structure generated by a digital display to communicate its capabilities, such as
its native resolution, to the attached source device.
The splitter supports MIX EDID, Fixed EDID and Copy EDID functions. The desired function can be set using the EDID rotary switch on
the rear panel. When connected to multiple displays simultaneously, the splitter will compare the EDID of all displays and output the
corresponding video resolution and audio channel depending on the switch setting.
The default setting is at position “0.” Set the EDID using the following table:
TABLE 4-1. EDID SETTINGS
MODE DESCRIPTION FUNCTION
0 (Default) MIX EDID: Video compatibility and
Audio quality
Outputs the best audio channel and the most suitable video resolution for all displays
supported.
1 MIX EDID: Video compatibility and
Audio compatibility Outputs the most suitable video resolution and audio channel for all displays supported.
2 MIX EDID: Video quality and Audio
quality Outputs the best video resolution and the best audio channel.
3 MIX EDID: Video quality and Audio
compatibility
Outputs the best video resolution and the most suitable audio channel for all displays
supported.
4EDID 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz_2D_2CH with HDR
5EDID 3840 X 2160 @ 30 Hz_ 2 D_5.1C H with HDR
6 EDID 3840 X 2160 @ 30 Hz_ 2 D _7.1C H with HDR
7EDID 1920 x 1080@60Hz_3D_2CH with HDR
8EDID 1920 x 1080@60Hz_3D_5.1CH with HDR
9EDID 1920 x 1080@60Hz_3D_7.1CH with HDR
AEDID Copy EDID from output1
Others Reserved Reserved
NOTE: For EDID settings 4 - 9, you must re-power the splitter for settings to take effect.
5
6
7
8
9
A
B
C
D
E
F
0
1
2
3
4
FIGURE 4-1. EDID SETTINGS ROTARY SWITCH

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CHAPTER 5: RS-232
RS-232 PINOUT
The following figure shows the RS-232 pinout. Connect with the supplied Phoenix male connector.
FIGURE 5-1. RS-232 CONNECTOR