Prestel SW-4K42MVS 4K60 4×2 Multiviewer Seamless UHD Video Matrix Switcher
Product Information
- Product Name: Prestel SW-4K42MVS
- Description: 4K60 4×2 Multiviewer Seamless UHD Video Matrix Switcher
- Features:
- HDMI 2.0b, HDCP 2.2 and HDCP 1.x compliant
- 18Gbps uncompressed Bandwidth
- Input and output resolution up to 4K2K@60 4:4:4
- HDMI audio formats support LPCM, DD+, DTS, Dolby TrueHD, DTS HD-master pass-through
- Seamless switching between input channels
- Combined multiple images independent layouts to display on two UHD TVs
- Up to 8 display modes: Single, PIP, PBP(1), PBP(2), Triple(1), Triple(2), Quad(1), Quad(2)
- Audio de-embedding via analog and optical fiber audio ports
- Control via front panel buttons, IR remote, RS-232 commands
- Each output port supports Scaler function
- Support independent audio selection
- Advanced EDID management
- Compact design for easy and flexible installation
- Package Contents:
- 1 x 4K60 4×2 Multiviewer Seamless UHD Video Matrix Switcher
- 1 x IR Remote
- 1 x 3pin-3.81mm Phoenix Connector (male)
- 1 x 38KHz IR Wideband Receiver Cable (1.5 meters)
- 2 x Mounting Ears – 4 x Machine Screws (KM3*4)
- 1 x 12V/2.5A Locking Power Adapter
- 1 x User Manual
- Specifications:
- HDMI Compliance: HDMI 2.0b
- HDCP Compliance: HDCP 2.2 / 1.x
- Video Bandwidth: 18Gbps
- Video Resolution: Up to 4K2K@60 4:4:4
- IR Level: 5Vp-p 38KHz
- Color Space: RGB, YCbCr 4:4:4, YCbCr 4:2:2, YCbCr 4:2:0
- Color Depth: 8/10/12-bit
- Audio Formats: HDMI audio – PCM2.0/5.1/7.1CH, Dolby Digital/Plus/EX, Dolby True HD, DTS, DTS-EX, DTS-96/24, DTS High Res, DTS-HD Master Audio; Analog audio [3.5mm L/R] – PCM2.0; Optical fiber audio – PCM2.0/5.1/7.1CH, Dolby Digital/plus, DTS 5.1 – ESD Protection
Product Usage Instructions
- Surge protection device recommended: This product contains sensitive electrical components that may be damaged by electrical spikes, surges, electric shock, lighting strikes, etc. Use surge protection systems to protect and extend the life of your equipment.
- Connect the input sources (up to 4 HDMI devices) to the HDMI IN ports using HDMI cables.
- Connect the output devices (up to 2 UHD TVs) to the HDMI OUT ports using HDMI cables.
- Optionally, connect analog audio devices to the L/R OUTPUT ports and optical audio devices to the OPTICAL OUTPUT ports.
- Connect control devices using the provided RS-232 and IR EXT connectors.
- Power on the device by short pressing the Power button on the front panel. The Power LED will light in green.
- Use the front panel buttons, IR remote, or RS-232 commands to control the device and switch between input channels, adjust display modes, and select audio options.
- Refer to the User Manual for detailed instructions on advanced features, EDID management, and troubleshooting.
Note: Ensure that the device is operated within the specified operating temperature and relative humidity range to maintain optimum performance.
Thank you for purchasing this product
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully before connecting, operating or adjusting this product. Please keep this manual for future reference.
Surge protection device recommended
This product contains sensitive electrical components that may be damaged by electrical spikes, surges, electric shock, lighting strikes, etc. Use of surge protection systems is highly recommended in order to protect and extend the life of your equipment.
Introduction
- This 4×2 Multiviewer Seamless UHD Video Matrix Switcher was developed for the purpose of supporting higher output resolution (4K@60) for multiple sources on two screens. It can accept 4 HDMI input digital sources and combine four video signals onto two HDMI UHD or HD monitors independently. The user can manage each input, and create combinations of the four inputs on two displays, as well as adjust the position of any input.
- This product supports 8 display modes, within the mode range, users can freely switch 4-channel HD input signals. It can realize single screen display and multiview display on a single screen.
- This product supports full range of input video resolutions up to 4K@60 (RB) and audio RCA /Optical de-embedding supported for external audio distribution systems.
- This Matrix Switcher can be controlled via front panel buttons, IR remote, RS-232 commands.
Features
- HDMI 2.0b, HDCP 2.2 and HDCP 1.x compliant
- 18Gbps uncompressed Bandwidth, input and output resolution up to 4K2K@60 4:4:4
- HDMI audio formats support LPCM, DD+, DTS, Dolby TrueHD, DTS HD-master pass-through
- Seamless switching between input channels
- Combined multiple images independent layouts to display on two UHD TVs
- Up to 8 display modes: Single, PIP, PBP(1), PBP(2), Triple(1), Triple(2), Quad(1), Quad(2)
- Audio de-embedding via analog and optical fiber audio ports
- Control via front panel buttons, IR remote, RS-232 commands
- Each output port supports Scaler function
- Support independent audio selection
- Advanced EDID management
- Compact design for easy and flexible installation
Package Contents
- 1 x 4K60 4×2 Multiviewer Seamless UHD Video Matrix Switcher
- 1 x IR Remote
- 1 x 3pin-3.81mm Phoenix Connector (male)
- 1 x 38KHz IR Wideband Receiver Cable (1.5 meters)
- 2 x Mounting Ears
- 4 x Machine Screws (KM3*4)
- 1 x 12V/2.5A Locking Power Adapter
- 1 x User Manual
Specifications
Technical | |
HDMI Compliance | HDMI 2.0b |
HDCP Compliance | HDCP 2.2 / 1.x |
Video Bandwidth | 18Gbps |
Video Resolution | Up to 4K2K@60 4:4:4 |
IR Level | 5Vp-p |
IR Frequency | 38KHz |
Color Space | RGB, YCbCr 4:4:4, YCbCr 4:2:2, YCbCr 4:2:0 |
Color Depth | 8/10/12-bit |
Audio Formats |
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ESD Protection | Human body model — ±8kV (Air-gap discharge) & ±4kV (Contact discharge) |
Connection | |
Input ports | 4 x HDMI IN [Type A, 19-pin female] |
Output ports | 2 x HDMI OUT [Type A, 19-pin female] 2 x L/R OUTPUT [RCA]
2 x OPTICAL OUTPUT [S/PDIF] |
Control ports | 1 x RS-232 [3pin-3.81mm phoenix connector] 1 x IR EXT [3.5mm Stereo Mini-jack] |
Mechanical | |
Housing | Metal Enclosure |
Color | Black |
Dimensions | 270mm [W] x 130mm [D] x 30mm [H] |
Weight | 906g |
Power Supply | Input: AC 100 – 240V 50/60Hz
Output: DC 12V/2.5A (US/EU standard, CE/FCC/UL certified) |
Power Consumption | 15.72W (Max) |
Operating Temperature | 32 – 104°F / 0 – 40°C |
Storage Temperature | -4 – 140°F / -20 – 60°C |
Relative Humidity | 20 – 90% RH (no-condensing) |
Operation Controls and Functions
Front Panel
No. | Name | Function Description |
1 | Power button |
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2 | Power LED | The Power LED will light in green when the product is powered on, and red when the product is on standby. |
No. | Name | Function Description |
3 | OUT 1 LEDs |
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4 | OUT 2 LEDs |
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5 | IR Window | IR signal receiving window. |
6 | OUT 1 button | Input source switching button for the HDMI OUT 1 port , only available on single screen display mode. |
7 | OUT 1 Multiview button | Multiview display mode switching button for the HDMI OUT 1 port.
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8 | OUT 1 RES
button |
Output resolution switching button for the HDMI OUT 1 port.
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9 | OUT 2 button | Input source switching button for the HDMI OUT 2 port, only available on single screen display mode. |
10 | OUT 2 Multiview button | Multiview display mode switching button for the HDMI OUT 2 port.
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11 | OUT 2 RES button | Output resolution switching button for the HDMI OUT 2 port.
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Rear Panel
No. | Name | Function Description |
1 | L/R OUT 1 | PCM2.0 Analog audio output port. |
2 | OPTICAL OUT 1 | Optical fiber digital audio output port. |
3 | HDMI OUT 1 | HDMI signal output port, connected to HDMI display device such as TV or Monitor with HDMI cable. |
4 | L/R OUT 2 | PCM2.0 Analog audio output port. |
5 | OPTICAL OUT 2 | Optical fiber digital audio output port. |
6 | HDMI OUT 2 | HDMI signal output port, connected to HDMI display device such as TV or Monitor with HDMI cable. |
7 | HD 1-4 INPUT ports | HDMI signal input ports, connected to HDMI source device such as DVD or Set-top box with HDMI cable. |
8 | RS-232 port | 3-pin phoenix connector, connected to a PC or control system for serial port upgrade or RS-232 command control. |
9 | IR EXT port | IR signal receiving port, connected with 38KHz IR Receiver cable. If the IR signal receving window of the unit is blocked or the unit is installed in a closed area out of infrared line of sight, the IR receiver cable can be inserted to the “IR EXT” port to receive the IR remote signal. |
10 | DC 12V | DC 12V/2.5A power input port. |
IR Remote
- Power button: Press this button to power on the switcher or set it to standby mode.
- OUT 1/OUT 2 buttons:
HD 1/2/3/4: Press these buttons to select input source on single screen display mode, and the corresponding input LED on the front panel will light in green.: Press these buttons to circularly select the last or next input source on single screen display mode.
: Multiview display mode switching button. Short press this button to circularly select: SINGLE – PIP – PBP (1) – PBP (2) – Triple (1) – Triple (2) – Quad (1) – Quad (2).
- 16:9: Press this button to switch the aspect ratio (16:9/Full) for PBP (1) / PBP (2) / Triple (1) / Triple (2) / Quad (1) / Quad (2) display mode.
- A-IN: Press this button to pop up the audio channel selection OSD, then press the
button to select the audio output channel. (The output audio follows the video source by default.)
- Mute: Press this button to mute / unmute the audio.
- RES: Output resolution switching button.
- Short press the RES button to circularly switch the output resolution of the HDMI OUT 1/2 port (Please refer to the output resolution list of “8. Video & Audio”).
- Long press the RES button for 3 seconds to switch the output resolution to 720P60.
- Out 1: Press this button to enter the OSD menu of the HDMI OUT 1 port, and set the corresponding function by pressing
/
OK button.
- Out 2: Press this button to enter the OSD menu of the HDMI OUT 2 port, and
set the corresponding function by pressing/
OK button.
- Exit: Press this button to exit the OSD settings layer by layer.
- Out 2: Press this button to enter the OSD menu of the HDMI OUT 2 port, and
EDID Settings
User can select following EDID modes via RS-232 command or OSD menu navigation.
No. | EDID Mode | No. | EDID Mode |
1 | 4K2K60_444, Stereo Audio 2.0 | 11 | 1680×1050,Stereo Audio 2.0 |
2 | 4K2K60_444, Dolby/DTS 5.1 | 12 | 1600×1200,Stereo Audio 2.0 |
3 | 4K2K60_444, HD Audio 7.1 | 13 | 1440×900,Stereo Audio 2.0 |
4 | 4K2K30_444, Stereo Audio 2.0 | 14 | 1360×768, Stereo Audio 2.0 |
5 | 4K2K30_444, Dolby/DTS 5.1 | 15 | 1280×1024,Stereo Audio 2.0 |
6 | 4K2K30_444, HD Audio 7.1 | 16 | 1024×768, Stereo Audio 2.0 |
7 | 1080P, Stereo Audio 2.0 | 17 | 720p,Stereo Audio 2.0 |
8 | 1080P, Dolby/DTS 5.1 | 18 | AUTO |
9 | 1080P, HD Audio 7.1 | 19 | USER1 |
10 | 1920×1200,Stereo Audio 2.0 |
Video & Audio
- The switcher supports multiple resolution video input up to 3840×2160@60, and supports multiple audio formats (PCM2.0/5.1/7.1CH, Dolby Digital/Plus/EX, Dolby True HD, DTS, DTS-EX, DTS-96/24, DTS High Res, DTS-HD Master Audio) pass-through function via HDMI cable.
- The switcher supports following video output resolutions via a powerful scaling engine.
No. | Output Resolution | No. | Output Resolution |
1 | 4096x2160p 60Hz | 8 | 1920x1080p 60Hz |
2 | 4096x2160p 50Hz | 9 | 1920x1080p 50Hz |
3 | 3840x2160p 60Hz | 10 | 1360x768p 60Hz |
4 | 3840x2160p 50Hz | 11 | 1280x800p 60Hz |
5 | 3840x2160p 30Hz | 12 | 1280x720p 60Hz |
6 | 3840x2160p 25Hz | 13 | 1280x720p 50Hz |
7 | 1920x1200p 60Hz RB | 14 | 1024×768 60Hz |
Multiview
The switcher supports 8 categories of multiview display modes:
SINGLE, PIP, PBP (1), PBP (2), Triple (1), Triple (2), Quad (1), Quad (2) Users can select different operations for different Multiview modes as following:
- SINGLE: Inputs selection
- PIP: Inputs selection, Sub window size and position selection PBP (1), PBP (2), Triple (1), Triple (2), Quad (1), Quad (2): Inputs selection, Display mode selection, Display aspect selection
Multiview window distributions are as following:
User can select Multiview modes via RS-232 commands or OSD menu navigation.
A total of eight buttons on the IR Remote are used for OSD menu navigation, including OUT 1, OUT 2, Exit,,
OK. Menu contents are as follows:
Output | Resolution | 3840x2160p60 | 4096x2160p 60Hz/
4096x2160p 50Hz/ 3840x2160p 60Hz/ 3840x2160p 50Hz/ 3840x2160p 30Hz/ 3840x2160p 25Hz/ 1920x1200p60Hz RB/ 1920x1080p 60Hz/ 1920x1080p 50Hz/ 1360x768p 60Hz/ 1280x800p 60Hz/ 1280x720p 60Hz/ 1280x720p 50Hz/ 1024×768 60Hz |
VKA | BLACKSCREEN | BLACKSCREEN, BLUESCREEN | |
ITC | OFF | ON, OFF | |
Multiview | Single | Input select | HDMI1,HDMI2,HDMI3,HDMI4 |
PIP | Win1 Select | HDMI1,HDMI2,HDMI3,HDMI4 | |
Win2 Select | HDMI1,HDMI2,HDMI3,HDMI4 | ||
PIP Position | RightBottom,Right Top, Left Bottom,Left Top | ||
PIP Size | Small,Middle,Large | ||
PBP | Win1 Select | HDMI1,HDMI2,HDMI3,HDMI4 | |
Win2 Select | HDMI1,HDMI2,HDMI3,HDMI4 | ||
MODE | 1, 2 | ||
Aspect | Full, 16:9 | ||
3 x WIN | Win1 Select | HDMI1,HDMI2,HDMI3,HDMI4 | |
Win2 Select | HDMI1,HDMI2,HDMI3,HDMI4 | ||
Win3 Select | HDMI1,HDMI2,HDMI3,HDMI4 | ||
MODE | 1, 2 | ||
Aspect | Full, 16:9 |
4 x WIN | Win1 Select | HDMI1,HDMI2,HDMI3,HDMI4 | |
Win2 Select | HDMI1,HDMI2,HDMI3,HDMI4 | ||
Win3 Select | HDMI1,HDMI2,HDMI3,HDMI4 | ||
Win4 Select | HDMI1,HDMI2,HDMI3,HDMI4 | ||
MODE | 1, 2 | ||
Aspect | Full, 16:9 | ||
AUDIO | Audio Select | WIN1 | WIN1,HDMI1,HDMI2,HDMI3, HDMI4 |
AUDIO-MUTE | OFF | ON, OFF | |
System | Language/语言 | English | English, 中文 |
EDID | 4K60-2.0 | 4K60-2.0,4K60-5.1CH, 4K60-7.1CH,4K30-2.0CH, 4K30-5.1CH,4K30-7.1CH, 1080P-2.0CH,1080P-5.1CH, 1080P-7.1CH,1920×1200- 2.0CH,1680×1050-2.0CH, 1600×1200-2.0CH,1440×900 2.0CH, 1360×768-2.0CH, 1280×1024-2.0CH, 1024x 768-2.0CH,720P-2.0CH, AUTO, USER1 | |
Baud rate | 115200 | 115200,57600,38400, 19200,9600 | |
Reset | Reset | Reset | |
FW Version | Read only |
A total of two buttons on the IR Remote are used for audio setting on OSD menu navigation, including A-IN, Mute.
Menu contents are as follows:
A-IN | Audio Input | WIN1 | WIN1,HDMI1,HDMI2,HDMI3, HDMI4 |
Mute | Audio Mute | OFF | ON, OFF |
RS-232 Command
The product also supports RS-232 command control. Connect the RS-232 port of the product to a PC with a 3-pin phoenix connector cable. Then open a Serial Command tool on PC to send ASCII commands to control the product. The ASCII command list about the product is shown as below.
ASCII Commands | |||
Serial port protocol: baud rate: 115200(default) Data bits: 8 Stop bits: 1 Check bit: 0 | |||
x – Parameter 1; y – Parameter 2; ! – Delimiter | |||
Command Code | Function Description | Example | Feedback |
System Setting | |||
help! | List all commands | help! | |
r type! | Get device model | r type! | 4×2 HDMI Multiviewer |
r fw version! | Get Firmware version | r fw version! | MCU FW version x.xx.xx SCALER FW version x.xx.xx |
power z! | Power on/off the device,z=0~1 (z=0 power off, z=1 power on) | power 1! | power on System Initializing… Initialization Finished! MCU FW version x.xx.xx SCALER FW version x.xx.xx |
r power! | Get current power state | r power! | power on/power off |
reboot! | Reboot the device | reboot! | Reboot… System Initializing… Initialization Finished! MCU FW version x.xx.xx SCALER FW version x.xx.xx |
reset! | Reset to factory defaults | reset! | Reset to factory defaults System Initializing… Initialization Finished! MCU FW version x.xx.xx SCALER FW version x.xx.xx |
Command Code | Function Description | Example | Feedback |
Output Setting | |||
s output y res x! | Set Output y Resolution (y=1~2, x=1~14)
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s output 1 res 3! | output 1 resolution: 3840x2160p60 |
r output y res! | Get output y resolution(y=1~2)
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r output res! | output 1 resolution: 3840x2160p60 |
s output hdcp x! | set output hdcp(y=1~2, x=1~3) y=1. output 1
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s output 1 hdcp 2! | utput 1 HDCP: HDCP 1.4 |
r output y hdcp! | Get output y hdcp status.(y=1~2)
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r output 1 hdcp! | output 1 HDCP: HDCP 1.4 |
s output y vka x! | Set output video keep active pattern.(y=1~2, x=1~2)
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s output 1 vka 1! | output 1 VKA pattern: black screen |
r output y vka! | Get output y video keep active pattern.(y=1~2)
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r output 1 vka! | output 1 VKA pattern: black screen |
s output y itc x! | Set output video mode (y=1~2, x=1~2)
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s output 1 itc 1! | output 1 ITC: video mode |
r output y itc! | Get output video mode(y=1~2)
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r output 1 itc! | output 1 ITC: video mode |
Command Code | Function Description | Example | Feedback |
EDID Setting | |||
s input EDID x! | Set HDMI input EDID mode (x=1~19)
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s input EDID 1! | input EDID:4K2K60_444, Stereo Audio 2.0 |
r input EDID! | Get input EDID mode | r input EDID! | input EDID:4K2K60_444, Stereo Audio 2.0 |
s edid user1
00 FF FF …! |
Set user1 EDID data | s edid user1 00 FF FF FF FF …! | user1 EDID data: 00 FF FF …. |
r edid user1! | Get user1 EDID data | r edid user1! | user1 EDID data: 00 FF FF FF FF FF FF 00 ……… |
Audio Setting | |||
s output y audio x! | Set output y udio source (y=1~2, x=0~4)
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s output 1 audio 0! | output 1 audio follow window 1 video source |
r output y audio! | Get output y audio source(y=1~2)
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r output 1 audio! | output 1 audio follow window 1 video source |
s output y audio mute x! | Set output audio mute on/off (x=0~1, y=1~2)
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s output 1 audio mute 0! | output 1 audio mute off |
Command Code | Function Description | Example | Feedback |
r output y audio mute! |
Get output y audio mute on/off (y=1~2)
1. output 1 2. output 2 |
r output 1 audio mute! |
output 1 audio mute off |
Single Screen Mode Setting | |||
s output y auto switch x! | Enable/disable auto switch feature(y=1~2,x=0~1)
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s auto switch 0! | auto switch off |
r output y auto switch! | Get output y auto switch feature (y=1~2)
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r auto switch! | auto switch off |
s output y in source x! | Route input source to output y (y=1~2, x=1~4)
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s in source 1! | HDMI 1 |
r output y in source! | Get output y secected input source(y=1~2)
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r in source! | HDMI 1 |
Multi-viewer Mode Setting | |||
s output y multiview x! | Set output y multi-viewer display mode(y=1~2, x=1~5)
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s output 1 multiview 1! | output 1 multiview: single screen |
r output y multiview! | Get output y multi-viewer display mode(y=1~2)
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r output 1 multiview! | output 1 multiview: single screen |
Command Code | Function Description | Example | Feedback |
s output z window x in y! | Select output z one input for one display window for the current Multiview mode.
(z=1~2)
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s output 1 window 1 in 1! | output 1: window 1 select HDMI 1 |
r output y window x in! | Get output y windows selected input source
(y=1~2)
ALL
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r output 1 window 1 in! | oupput 1 window 1 select HDMI 1 |
s output y PIP position x! | Set output y PIP window position (y=1~2)
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s output 1 PIP position 3! | output 1 PIP on right top |
r output y PIP position! | Get ouput y PIP window positon (y=1~2)
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r output 1 PIP position! | output 1 PIP on right top |
s output y PIP size x! | Get output y PIP window size (y=1~2)
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s output 1 PIP size 3! | output 1 PIP size large |
Command Code | Function Description | Example | Feedback |
r output y PIP size! | Get output y PIP window size (y=1~2)
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r output 1 PIP size! | output 1 PIP size large |
s output y PBP mode x! | Set output y PBP windows display mode (y=1~2)
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s output 1 PBP mode 1! | output 1 PBP mode 1 |
r output y PBP mode! | Get output y PBP windows display mode (y=1~2)
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r output 1 PBP mode! | output 1 PBP mode 1 |
s output y PBP aspect x! | Set output y PBP windows display aspect ratio (y=1~2)
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s output 1 PBP aspect 1! | output 1 PBP aspect full screen |
r output y PBP aspect! | Get output y PBP windows display aspect ratio (y=1~2)
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r output 1 PBP aspect! | output 1 PBP aspect full screen |
s output y triple mode x! | Set output y triple windows display mode (y=1~2)
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s output 1 triple mode 1! | output 1 triple mode 1 |
Command Code | Function Description | Example | Feedback |
r output y triple mode! | Get output y triple windows display mode (y=1~2)
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r ouput 1 triple mode! | output 1 triple mode 1 |
s output y triple aspect x! | Set output y triple windows display aspect ratio (y=1~2)
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s output 1 triple aspect 1! | output 1 triple aspect full screen |
r output y triple aspect! | Get output y triple windows display aspect ratio (y=1~2)
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r output 1 riple aspect! | output 1 triple aspect full screen |
s output y quad mode x! | Set output y quad windows display mode (y=1~2)
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s output 1 quad mode 1! | output1 quad mode 1 |
r output y quad mode! | Get output y quad windows display mode (y=1~2)
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r output 1 quad mode! | output1 quad mode 1 |
s output y quad aspect x! | Set output y quad windows display aspect ratio (y=1~2)
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s output 1 quad aspect 1! | output 1 quad aspect full screen |
r output y quad aspect! | Get output y quad windows display aspect ratio (y=1~2)
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r output 1 quad aspect! | output 1 quad aspect full screen |
Application Example
Documents / Resources
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