Kinivo 301BN User manual

Kinivo 301BN 4K 30Hz HDMI Switch
User Manual
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Table of Contents
Introduction ................................................. 4
Important Safety Instructions..................... 5
Installation.................................................... 6
Operation...................................................... 11
Auto Switching ............................................. 13
Specications ............................................... 14
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)............. 15
FCC Statement.............................................. 16
Warranty ....................................................... 18
Online Support / Contact Us........................ 20

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Thank You
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing Kinivo. Our company’s goal is to
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Introduction
The Kinivo 301BN 4K 30Hz HDMI switch enables up
to three HDMI source devices (Such as the DVD player,
cable box, gaming console etc.) to be connected to a
single HDMI input port on your HDTV or video projector.
It can be used to expand the number of HDMI ports on

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a single input HDMI equipped audio/video receiver. It is
an easy, convenient and inexpensive solution to expand
your home theater setup.
Important Safety Instructions
Please read instructions carefully before
operation
1. To prevent risk of electric shock, do not remove
cover of the unit. Refer all servicing to qualied
service personnel only.
2. Do not use the device near water.
3. Clean only with dry cloth.
4. Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-
in cabinet or in any other conned space. Ensure the
unit is well ventilated.
5. To prevent risk of electric shock or re hazard, do not
block the unit’s ventilation openings.
6. Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, stoves, heat registers etc.
7. Unplug during lightning storms or when unused for
a long period of time.
8. Protect power cord from being pinched, particularly
near plug points.

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9. Only use attachments/accessories specied by
manufacturer.
Installation
Front and Side Panel Controls
Warning
Power Output Input 1 Input 2 Input 3
SWITCH
3 HDMI Output Indicator
4 to 6 HDMI Input Indicator
1 Power Indicator
2 IR Remote Sensor
34 1 2 56

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Back and Side Panel Connectors
DC Power Input
+ DC 5V
Input 1Input 3 Input 2Output
HDMI Input 2 HDMI Input 1HDMI Input 3HDMI Output

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Remote Control
1. Select a specic HDMI Input by choosing 1, 2, or 3
2. Press‘Up’or ‘Down’ buttons to select the previous
or next input source.
1
2
3
Up
HDMI Input 1
Down
HDMI Input 2
HDMI Input 3
Screw

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Note:
1. The remote control uses infrared light signal and
requires direct line-of-sight to the IR Remote Sensor.
Please make sure that the IR Remote Sensor is not
blocked.
2. Please remove screw before opening the battery
bay to replace the remote’s battery.
Setup
1. Connect the output port of the HDMI Switch to
HDTV or Projector using a HDMI cable (Note: HDMI
cable is not included).
2. Connect Devices (Game Console, DVD Player,
Streaming Media Player, etc) to the input ports on
the HDMI Switch.
3. Plug the included power adapter to the HDMI
Switch and connect it to a AC power outlet.

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Connection Diagram
DVD Player
Game Console
HDTV
HDMI Cables
HDMI Cable
Apple TV
Input 1Input 2
Input 3
Output
HDMI In

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LED Indicators
Red Blue Green No LED
Output
LED
*N/A Auto
Switching
Enabled
(default)
Auto
Switching
Disabled
(refer to
section
onpage 12)
No
Output
Connected
Input
LED
Non-
selected
Port
Selected
Port
*N/A No Input
Connected
*N/A: Not Applicable
Operation
HDMI Input Indicators
The 301BN Switch has three HDMI Input indicator
lights on its front panel. When the Switch senses audio/
video transmission on one of its HDMI Input ports, the
corresponding HDMI Input Indicator is illuminated in
Red color. When an HDMI Input is selected for use, the

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corresponding HDMI Input Indicator is illuminated in
Blue. The HDMI Input Indicator is not lit when there is no
input signal or no HDMI cable is connected.
Input Selection with the Front Panel
Button
To select an HDMI input, press the ‘SWITCH’ button on
the front panel of the HDMI Switch. Each press of the
button progresses to the next connected HDMI Input.
Signal from the selected HDMI Input is sent to the
Output port and its corresponding HDMI Input Indicator
is illuminated in Blue.
Input Selection with the Remote Control
The Up and Down buttons on the remote control have
the same function as the SWITCH button on the front
panel. To select an HDMI Input, press the Up or Down
button on the remote of the HDMI Switch. Pressing the
‘Up’ button will move to the previous connected HDMI
Input. Pressing the ‘Down’ button will move to the next
connected HDMI Input.
There are also direct input selection buttons on the
remote control (Buttons 1, 2, and 3). Pressing each button
selects the corresponding HDMI Input port, no matter

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whether the port has active input signal or not.
Auto Switching
Automatic Input Selection
When the 301BN Switch is powered on for the rst time,
it senses input ports automatically and switches to the
input port source automatically in the sequence 1 ›2 ›
3. It bypasses input ports without signal. When a new
device is turned on, the Switch automatically selects
that input. For example, if cable box is powered on, the
HDMI Switch will automatically switch to the cable box.
Turn the currently selected device o and the Switch
automatically selects the next higher numbered input
that has an active signal (1 › 2 › 3...)
While Auto Switching is a convenient feature, it will
not work with every HDMI input device, unfortunately,
because some cable TV boxes, streaming devices, game
consoles, and similar devices don’t ever really turn o
their HDMI signal, even when they appear to be turned
o or asleep. These devices transmit a blank HDMI signal
or black screen to the TV through our switch, even when
asleep or turned o.

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Here is a list of popular devices that do not support Auto
Switching:
Amazon Fire TV
Apple TV (all generations)
Roku
PlayStation 4, PlayStation 4 Pro
Xbox One, Xbox One S, Xbox One X
Enable or Disable Auto Switching
To disable Auto Switching, press and hold the “SWITCH”
button on the front panel of the switch for 8 seconds. The
HDMI Output LED will ash 4 times and turn Green.
To enable Auto Switching, press and hold the “SWITCH”
button on the front panel of the switch for 8 seconds. The
HDMI Output LED will ash 4 times and turn Blue.
Note: Auto Switching is enabled by default.
Specications
Supported Resolutions 4K 30Hz / 1080p
HDMI Version 1.4

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What do I do if I have a HDCP error?
HDCP errors are usually caused by syncing/
handshake issues.
Simply unplug all your devices from the Switch.
Unplug the Switch from the power source.
Replug all your devices and restart the entire set up
HDCP Compliant Yes
Supported Audio
Format
LPCM, Dolby-AC3,
DTS7.1, DSD, Dolby
TrueHD, DTS-HD
Operating
Temperature Range 410F to 1310F
Operating Humidity
Range 5 to 90%
Product Dimensions 6.9 x 2.5 x 1.0 Inches
Supported HDMI
Cable Length Up to 15 Feet

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again. This should help resolve the issue.
2. What do I do if my switch is not
working or there is no audio?
Steps to diagnose the device:
Ensure all HDMI cables are completely inserted into
the Switch. Loss of connection can cause issues.
Make sure that the HDMI cables are working. Try a
dierent HDMI cable to check if cable is the issue.
Ensure input devices are powered on.
Test with just one input device to diagnose. Check
if the input device works directly with the TV. This
will also help verify the HDMI cable. Try pressing
the input number on the remote corresponding to
where the input is connected.
3. What do I do if Auto Switching is not
working as advertised?
Refer to “Auto Switching” section.
FCC Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part

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15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference
in residential installations. 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 interference to radio or television equipment
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.
Move the equipment away from the receiver.
Plug 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/
television technician for additional suggestions.
You are cautioned that any change or modications
to the equipment not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void your
authority to operate such equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

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Operation is subjected to the following two conditions
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation. If the time arises to throw away your
product, please recycle all the components possible.
Batteries and rechargeable batteries are not to be
disposed in your domestic waste! Please recycle
them at your local recycling point. Together we can
help to protect the environment.
Warranty
2 Year Limited Hardware Warranty.
Kinivo hereby warrants to the customer of record that
this product is in good-working condition and free from
defects in material or workmanship under normal use
for a duration of 2 years after the date of purchase. The
product has been tested to meet the highest quality
standards in each testing category. In the unlikely event
that the product proves to be defective, Kinivo will repair
or replace the product free of charge. If replacement is
required and if Kinivo then no longer carries the same
product, then Kinivo reserves the right to substitute the

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product with a replacement product of like quality and
size, suitable for the intended use.
This warranty is limited to repair or replacement of
the mentioned product only, is non-transferable and
does not extend to any product damaged by misuse,
natural disasters or any other circumstances beyond
Kinivo’s control. The warranty does not cover or provide
for the reimbursement or payment of incidental or
consequential damage resulting from breach of the
limited warranty described above. Except for the limited
warranty described above we oer no other warranties
expressed or implied, and other than limited warranty
expressly contained herein, we hereby disclaim any and
all warranties, including without limitation any implied
warranties of merchantability, suitability or tness for a
particular purpose.
If your product is not functioning or you have any
concerns please contact Kinivo Support before returning
the product.

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Online Support / Contact Us
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for support information, downloads and how-to’s. You
may also reach us via email or live chat (details below).
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