StarTech.com 2-Port HDMI® Automatic Switch – 4K

Product Overview

Front View

The front panel features a sleek black casing. Prominently displayed are three controls and indicators: 1. An 'Input selection button' for cycling through connected sources. 2. A 'Mode selection switch' for toggling between automatic and manual modes. 3. An 'IR sensor' for receiving commands from the remote control. Below these, the StarTech.com logo and 'HDCP Ready' are visible. The text '*actual product may vary from photos' is also present.

Rear View

The rear panel is also black and houses all the connectivity ports. These are labeled as: 1. A 'Power adapter port' for the external power supply. 2. An 'RJ-11 serial jack' for serial control. 3. An 'EDID copy button' to manage EDID information. 4. A single 'HDMI output port' for connecting to a display. 5. Two 'HDMI input ports (in1 & in2)' for connecting video sources. 6. An 'EDID setting switch' to configure EDID behavior.

Packaging Contents

• 1 x 2-port HDMI switch
• 1 x remote control
• 1 x universal power adapter (NA/EU/UK/AU)
• 1 x RJ11 cable
• 1 x RJ11 to DB-9 serial adapter
• 1 x mounting kit
• 1 x quick start guide

System Requirements

• 2 x HDMI enabled Video Source Devices with HDMI cables (e.g., Blu-ray player, computer)
• 1 x HDMI enabled Display Device with cable (e.g., Television, projector)

Operating system requirements are subject to change. For the latest requirements, please visit www.startech.com/VS221HD4KA.

Installation

Note: Ensure your HDMI enabled video source devices and the HDMI enabled display are powered off before beginning installation.

1. Connect an HDMI cable (not included) from each HDMI output port on your HDMI source devices to the HDMI input ports on the HDMI switch. Each port is numbered for reference.
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. (Optional for serial control) Connect the included RJ11 cable to the RJ11 to DB-9 serial adapter. Then connect the D9 connector to a 9-pin serial port on your computer system.

Your HDMI switch is now ready for operation.

Operation

Automatic Operation

The HDMI switch features automatic operation, allowing it to 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.

Priority Operation

The HDMI switch features priority operation, which prioritizes port 1 and port 2 respectively. When the higher prioritized video source device (port-1) is turned on, that video source is automatically selected. Turning off the device automatically switches back to the lower prioritized video source (port-2).

Manual Operation

Manual mode enables switching between video sources using 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 '1' or '2' on the remote control to switch between HDMI ports 1 or 2 respectively.

Manual Operation with Serial Control

To use serial control:

1. Configure your serial port settings: Baud Rate: 38400 bps, Data Bits: 8, Parity: None, Stop Bits: 1.
2. Open your terminal software to communicate through the serial port connected to the switch. Use the on-screen commands displayed to operate and configure your switch.

Available serial commands include functions for managing EDID settings (copying from monitors, setting specific resolutions like 1920x1080, 3840x2160, 4096x2160), selecting input ports, enabling/disabling output ports, viewing settings, setting EQ levels, setting VCO gain levels, resetting to factory defaults, setting remote control IDs, toggling beeps, setting terminal interface, and locking/unlocking the device.

Compliance and Legal Information

FCC Compliance Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A 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. 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 modifications not expressly approved by StarTech.com could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Industry Canada Statement

This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe [A] est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. CAN ICES-3 (A)/NMB-3(A)

Use of Trademarks, Registered Trademarks, and other Protected Names and Symbols

This manual may make reference to trademarks, registered trademarks, and other protected names and/or symbols of third-party companies not related in any way to StarTech.com. Where they occur these references are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent an endorsement of a product or service by StarTech.com, or an endorsement of the product(s) to which this manual applies by the third-party company in question. Regardless of any direct acknowledgement elsewhere in the body of this document, StarTech.com hereby acknowledges that all trademarks, registered trademarks, service marks, and other protected names and/or symbols contained in this manual and related documents are the property of their respective holders.

Support and Warranty

Technical Support

StarTech.com's lifetime technical support is an integral part of its commitment to provide industry-leading solutions. For help with your product, visit www.startech.com/support to access comprehensive online tools, documentation, and downloads. For the latest drivers/software, please visit www.startech.com/downloads.

Warranty Information

This product is backed by a two-year warranty. StarTech.com warrants its products against defects in materials and workmanship for the periods noted, following the initial date of purchase. During this period, products may be returned for repair or replacement with equivalent products at StarTech.com's 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.