StarTech.com VS415RVGA User manual

VGA Video Switcher
VS415RVGA
VS815RVGA
Instruction Manual
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4 Port VGA Video Selector Switch with IR Remote Control
8 Port VGA Video Selector Switch with IR Remote Control

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Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Using the Video Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
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Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com VGA Video Switcher. This device allows you to
connect multiple VGA signal sources to a single display, eliminating the need to manually
swap out connections to the display. With the added convenience of IR remote control,
video sources can be switched at the touch of a button.
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• Can be used to connect to displays up to 65M away from video source
• Switch between video sources using front panel push-button control, or included
Remote Control
• Supports a maximum resolution of 2048 x 1536 with 450 Mhz bandwidth
• Solid construction - metal enclosure provides durability in any environment
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Contents
• VGA Switcher (1)
• Remote Control (1)
• Instruction Manual (1)
• Power adapter (1)
System Requirements
• VGA signal sources (1-4: VS415RVGA), (1-8: VS815RVGA)
• A display with an available VGA input/connection
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Installation
1. Situate the Video Switcher in a location that is near both the video display, and an
available power outlet.
2. Insert the power adapter into the nearby power outlet.
3. Insert the remaining end of the power adapter cable into the port marked DC 5V on
the rear panel of the Video Switcher.
4. Connect the cable provided by the video display to the blue input port on the rear
panel of the Video Switcher.
5. Connect one end of a standard VGA cable to the input port marked 1, on the rear
panel of the Video Switcher, ensuring that all attached screws/fasteners are secure.
6. Insert the remaining end of the VGA cable used in step 5 into the VGA output port
located on the first VGA source computer, ensuring that all attached screws/fasteners
are secure.
7. Repeat steps 5 & 6 for each video source that will be used, using the input ports
available on the rear panel of the Video Switcher.
8. Ensure that each video source is powered on. Turn on the power to the Video
Switcher, by pressing the orange/red power button located on the front panel.
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Display
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Once all necessary connections have been made, and power has been applied to the
video signal sources, the display and the Video Switch, you will be able to switch
between sources so that the desired signal can be displayed. To simplify determining the
origin of each video signal, you may want to label each source with the number
corresponding with the port into which it has been installed on the Video Switcher.
By default, the Video Switch will revert back to input 1, following power up. To change
the video signal being used, simply press the front panel button that corresponds with
each signal designation.
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Maximum connection distance 65M (213 feet)
Maximum Bandwidth 450 Mhz
Operation Temperature 0 – 40 degrees C
Storage Temperature -50 – 70 degrees C
Connectors 1 x HD-15 Female Output Connector
8 x HD-15 Male InputConnector
Maximum Resolution 2048x1536

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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.
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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.
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Revised: 12 September 2006 (Rev. A)