StarTech.com VS421HD4K User manual

Instruction Manual
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Manual Revision: 03/16/2015
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Packaging Contents
• 1x HDMI Splitter (VS421HD4K / VS221HD4K)
• 1x IR remote control
• 1x Power Adapter (NA/EU/UK/AUS)
System Requirements
• 1x HDMI-enabled Video Source Device w/ HDMI cable (i.e. Blu-ray
player, computer, etc.)
• 4x HDMI-enabled Display Device w/ cable (i.e. Television, projector,
etc.) – VS421HD4K
• 2x HDMI-enabled Display Device w/ cable (i.e. Television, projector,
etc.) – VS221HD4K
VS221HD4K / VS421HD4K
2-Port HDMI® Automatic Switch – 4K / 4-Port HDMI® Automatic Switch – 4K
*actual product may vary from photos
Installation
Note: Ensure your HDMI-enabled video source devices, and the
HDMI-enabled Display are powered o before you begin installation.
1. Connect an HDMI cable (not included) from each of the HDMI
output ports on your HDMI source devices, to the HDMI input
Port on the HDMI Switch (up to 2 on VS221HD4K) (up to 4 on
VS421HD4K).
Notes:
• Each port is numbered, please take note of which number is
assigned to each HDMI source device.
• If one of your input device signals is MHL based, connect the
MHL source device to port 1.
2. Connect an HDMI cable (not included) from the output port on
the HDMI Switch to your HDMI display device.
3. Power on your HDMI display, followed by each of your HDMI
source devices.
4. Connect the included power adapter from an available power
source to the power adapter port on the HDMI switch.
5. Your HDMI switch is now ready for operation.
Product Overview
Front View - VS421HD4K
Rear View - VS421HD4K
Port
activity LEDs
Power LED Input selection
sutton
Power
adapter port HDMI input
ports (2,3,4)
A/V Output
port
IR sensor
HDMI/MHL
input ports (1)

FCC Compliance Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. 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 harmful interference to radio or
television 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.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect 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/TV technician for help
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject 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. Changes or modications not expressly approved by StarTech.com could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
Industry Canada Statement
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe [B] est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
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Technical Support
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Warranty Information
This product is backed by a one year warranty.
In addition, StarTech.com warrants its products against defects in materials and workmanship for the periods noted, following the initial date of purchase. During this period, the products may be
returned for repair, or replacement with equivalent products at our discretion. The warranty covers parts and labor costs only. StarTech.com does not warrant its products from defects or damages
arising from misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their ocers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect, special, punitive, incidental,
consequential, or otherwise), loss of prots, loss of business, or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the actual price paid for the product. Some states do not
allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions contained in this statement may not apply to you.
Operation
Manual operation
Manual mode enables you to switch between video sources with
push button operation.
Manual operation with selection button
Press the Input Selection button, on the front of the switch to toggle
between each video source device.
The active port LED indicator will light as video sources are switched,
indicating which port is selected.
Manual operation with remote control
Press L1, L2, L3 or L4 on the remote control to switch between HDMI
ports 1, 2, 3 or 4 respectively.
Automatic operation
The HDMI switch features automatic operation that allows the switch
to automatically select the most recently activated or connected
HDMI source device.
Simply connect a new device or turn on an already connected device
to automatically switch video sources.
EDID Emulation
This switch features EDID emulation enabling you to choose the best
display settings available from any of your connected video source
devices.
The EDID display settings are selected based on the rst port that
the switch detects the use of beginning with port 1. Once the EDID
display is dened all other EDID information from additional video
source device(s) will be ignored. Please follow the below steps to
specify your EDID selection.
1. Disconnect the power source to the switch.
2. Determine which video source has the preferred EDID settings to
be shared with your display.
3. Plug your preferred EDID video source into port 1 of your HDMI
switch and ensure this source remains connected at all times.
4. Connect your remaining video source(s) to the switch, and power
the switch back on.
The EDID settings have now been set.
Note: If the switch is rebooted or loses power, EDID settings will
be rescanned and reselected. To avoid this scenario causing your
preferred EDID settings to be lost, it is recommended you connect
your preferred EDID display to Port 1 at all times.