StarTech.com VS410RVGAA User manual

A/V Four Port VGA Switch with Audio and RS-232
VS410RVGAA Instruction Manual
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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 off 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 different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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Table
of Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Operating Controls and Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Installation and Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
4 x PC Input, 1x PC Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
4 x HD Input, 1x HD Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Serial Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
RS-232 Transmission Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

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Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com 4 Port VGA Switcher with Audio and RS-232 control.
Allowing switching between up to four separate VGA and audio signals, for output to a single monitor
or projector, making this the perfect solution for situations where VGA and audio input ports are at a
premium.
Introduction
•Remote control provides easy switching between devices
Features
System
requirements:
•Up to four VGA Video signal sources
Package
contents:
•1 x 3’ DB15 VGA Cable
This package should contain:
•RS232 interface provides remote/off-site control
•Supports resolutions up to 1920 x 1200 (1080p) and bandwidth of 650 MHz
•Advanced circuitry simplifies switching between PC/HD sources
•A display with a VGA port or Component YPbPr connection.
•1 x 4x1 VGA Video and Audio Switcher
•1 x IR Remote Control
•1 x Power Adapter
•Converter required: VGA2TV2WAY VGA2CPNT (Please see Accessories)

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Operating
Controls and Functions
Front Panel
1Power indicator LED
2Power switch (ON/OFF)
3Infrared remote control sensor
4Input 1 indicator LED
5Input 1 switch button
6Input 2 indicator LED
7Input 2 switch button
8Input 3 indicator LED
9Input 3 switch button
10 Input 4 indicator
11 Input 4 switch button
Rear Panel
1DC 5V input, (5W center +)
2PC 1/YPbPr 1 Input
3PC 1/YPbPr 2 Input
4PC 1/YPbPr 3 Input
5PC 1/YPbPr 4 Input
6PC/YPbPr Output
7Audio input 1
8Audio input 2
9Audio input 3
10 Audio input 4
11 Audio output connector
12 RS-232 interface
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1110
7 - 10
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Remote Control
Remove plastic
tab prior to use
Input
Selection
Buttons
Installation
and Connection
4 x PC input, 1x PC output
Cont’d on next page
PC Display
PC Input 4 PC Input 3 PC Input 2 PC Input 1 Power
Adapter

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Input #1
Input #2
Input #3
Input #4
Display
(YPbPr Input)
Power Adapter
4 x HD input, 1x HD Output
Serial Remote Control
(connection between VS410RVGAA and remote controller with RS-232 modem cable)
VS410RVGAA Remote Control Device
PIN Definition PIN Definition
1NC 1NC
2TxD 2RxD
3RxD 3TxD
4NC 4NC
5GND 5GND
6NC 6NC
7NC 7NC
8NC 8NC
9NC 9NC
RS-232 Transmission Format:
Baud Rate : 9600 bps
Data Bit : 8 Bits
Parity: None
Stop Bit: 1 bit
Command Code Result
"I" + "1" PORT 1 ON
"I" + "2" PORT 1 ON
"I" + "3" PORT 1 ON
"I" + "4" PORT 1 ON
"P" + "1" POWER ON
"P" + "0" POWER OFF
Commands:

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Technical
Support
StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to provide industry-leading solutions.
If you ever need help with your product, visit www.startech.com/support and access our comprehensive selection
of online tools, documentation, and downloads.
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 officers, directors, employees
or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect, special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss
of profits, 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.
Specifications
Input PC/YPbPr:4 RGB: 0.7Vp-p or 1 Vp-p with sync75 ohm
/HD(TTL): 5Vp-p 10 K ohm
Analog Audio: 4 (L/R) 2Vrms max 47 k ohm
Output PC/YPbPr:1 RGB: 0.7Vp-p or 1 Vp-p with sync 75 ohm
/HD(TTL): 5Vp-p 10k ohm
Analog Audio: 1 (L/R) 2 Vrms max 47 k ohm
PC / YPbPr
Bandwidth 650 MHz (-3db)
Differential gain 0.05%
Differential phase 0.05 degree
Power consumption 5 Watts (max.)
Power 5V 1A AC adapter
Dimensions 292(W)x 73(D) x 44(H)mm
Accessories
VGA2TV2WAY
2-Way VGA to HDTV/HDTV to VGA Scaler/Converter
VGA2CPNT
VGA to Component (YPbPr) Video Converter

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