Octava HDS5 User manual

1
User’s Guide

2
Safety Information:
Electrical safety
UseonlythepowersuppliesandtheACpowercordthatwere
includedwithyourproduct.
Useofotherpowersuppliescoulddamagetheproductor
causeshock,orotherhazards
ForIndoorUseonly
Avoidexcessivehumidity,ortemperatureextremes
Donotplacetheproductinanyareawhereitmaybecome
wet.
UnplugthepowersuppliesandtheACpowercordbefore
cleaning,orremovinganypanelsforservicing.
Whenaddingorremovingdevicestoorfromtheproduct,
disconnectallpowercablesfromtheexistingproductbefore
youaddadevice.

Operation safety
Installtheproductinawellventilatedlocation.Keep
ventilationopeningfreeofobstructions.
Don'tblockanyventilationopeningsontheunit.
Avoiddust,humidity,andtemperatureextremes.
Donotplacetheproductinanyareawhereitmaybecome
wet.


Ifyouareunsure,pleasecontactyourauthorizedservice
center.

3
Application Diagram
Installation:
1)Connect the Display to the HDMI OUT port
2)Connect the HDMI sources to the HDMI INPUTS
3)Connect the DC power adapter
Smart ScanTM
Octava’s HD switch with Smart ScanTM saves you the hassle of
fumbling with multiple remote controls. Simply power on the HDMI
source you want to view and the HDMI switch will automatically
switch to the correct port.

4
Description:
The HDS5 switch allows you to switch between multiple HDMI sources
(settop box, DVD players, video game stations, computers) and your
Hi Def display. This switch passes both digital and audio signals
through the HDMI ports.
Smart ScanTM algorithm intelligently selects the correct HDMI source
for touchless video switching. (note1)
Features:
Connect multiple HD video sources to one HD display.
Works with HDMI, HDCP-enabled HDTV.
Supports high-resolution video 1080 P, 4k UHD (3840x2160@24 Hz)
Smart SCAN TM algorithm intelligently selects the correct input.
Remote Control included. Allows fast direct access to the desired
channel.
LED dimming allows for ultimate theater viewing experience.
Wired IR port for In-cabinet installations.

5
Pressing
+/-Increments/Decremen
ts to the next available
Source.
Remote Control Guide:
Button Function Notes
+, - Increments/Decrements to the next
available Source
1,2,3,4,5 Selects the corresponding
numbered source.
Turns ON/OFF the LED light.
Turns ON HDMI switch.
Put HDMI switch to Standby mode.
Other Not used
Octava’s Remote control uses discrete code so can be easily
integrated with most Universal Remote Controls such as Logitech’s
Harmony.
Pressing ON/OFF
Turns On/Off the
HDMI switch.
Pressing 1…5
Selects the corresponding
numbered source.
Pressing LED
Turns on/off the
Blue LED light.

6
Front Panel Control Button:
Configuring Smart ScanTM:
The HDS5 is configured with Smart Scan on by default. You may
enable or disable Smart Scan as shown below:
Note 1: Some source devices are by design always ON and not able
to shut off. Smart Scan may not work properly in systems with
multiple sources that are by design always ON.
Function Action Notes
Change
Channel Press to manually change to the next available Source.
Function Action Notes
Disable Smart Scan Press for 5 seconds until
LED strobe
Enable Smart Scan Press for 5 seconds until
LED strobe
Input Source LED Infrared Detector
Input Select
DC Power Input HDMI output
(To TV)
HDMI Sources
Wired IR Port

7
LED Indication:
Warranty
Octava warrants the equipment purchased to be free from defects in
material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of 1
year. In the event applicable law imposes any implied warranties, the
implied warranty period is limited to 1 year from the date of receipt.
If Octava's equipment fails because of defects (1) year from the date of
receipt, Octava will at its option, A) repair or replace the equipment, or B)
request return of equipment for refund of the price paid for the product
provided that the equipment has not been subjected to mechanical,
electrical or other abuse or modifications.
Proof of sale required to claim warranty.
Disclaimers
IN NO EVENT SHALL OCTAVA'S OR ITS SUPPLIER’S LIABILITY FOR
ANY CLAIM WHATSOEVER EXCEED THE COST OF THE PRODUCTS
GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM, WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT,
WARRANTY, INDEMNITY OR TORT (INCLUDING, WITHOUT
LIMITATION, NEGLIGENCE AND STRICT LIABILITY) OR OTHERWISE.
IN NO EVENT SHALL OCTAVA INC. OR ITS SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE
FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER
INDIRECT DAMAGES (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF
REVENUES, PROFITS OR OPPORTUNITIES), HOWEVER CAUSED, ON
ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER OR NOT OCTAVA INC HAS
BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
WHILE EVERY PRECAUTION HAS BEEN TAKEN IN THE
PREPARATION OF THIS MANUAL, OCTAVA ASSUMES
NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR ERRORS OR OMISSIONS. IN NO
EVENT WILL OCTAVA ASSUME ANY LIABILITY FOR DAMAGES
RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THEINFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN.
OCTAVA RESERVES THE RIGHTTO CHANGE THE SPECIFICATIONS,
FUNCTIONS OR CIRCUITRY OFTHE PRODUCT WITHOUT NOTICE.
Meaning Notes
LED ON HDMI switch is ON and source is
selected as indicated by LED.
NO LED LED is OFF. Press to turn on
LED.
NO LED,
No Video HDMI switch is in standby and/or no TV or HDMI sources are on.

8
Description Specifications
Inputs 5
Output 1
IN/Out Connectors 19 pin HDMI female type-A
HDCP pass thru Yes
Display Selection Remote, manual, Smart Scan
Video Resolution 480 P, 720 I/P, 1080 I/P
4k UHD (3840x2160@24 Hz)
Wired IR Port 1 (Optional. use only Octava IR
Receiver cable)
Dimension 7.3 x 3.4 x 1 inch
(185.5 x 85.5 x 25.1 mm)
DC adapter (included) 9VDC, 1.5A
Remote control (IR) Infrared, Discrete code
For Questions and support:
Email: [email protected]
URL: www.octavainc.com
Copyright© 2015 Octava Inc. All rights reserved.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or
registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LL.C
All trademarks are the sole property of their respective companies