Fosmon HD1831 3-Port HDMI Switcher User Manual
- June 8, 2024
- Fosmon
Table of Contents
Fosmon HD1831 3-Port HDMI Switcher
Introduction
Fosmon 3-ln 1-Out HDMI Intelligent Pigtail Switch with 50cm HDMI Cable
Thank you for purchasing this Fosmon product. Please read this user manual carefully before operating and keep it for future reference. Ran out of HDMI ports? Wanting to reduce cable clutter? Now you can do all that with Fosmon 3 Ports HDMI Intelligent Pigtail Switch with 50cm HDMI Cable. It has 3 HDMI input sources to provide plug-and-forget auto-sensing capability that switches input automatically when a signal is detected. It also has a source select button on the switch to provide flexibility for you to manually switch between 3 sources.
Note
Plug-and-forget auto-sensing function only works correctly for devices that do not output continuous voltage over the HDMI port when turned off. Powering on a device gives the switch output priority over the other 2 devices. Output priority is switched back to the last powered-on device if the current in-use device is turned off.
Features and Specifications
- 3 HDMI input sources, 1 HDMI output
- Supports 12-bit Deep Color per channel, maximum 36-bit for all channels
- Supports 3D devices
- Maximum Single Link Video Range: 1920x1080p
- Supports HDMI 1 .3b + HDCP pass-through
- Supports 2.5Gbps/250MHz per channel, maximum bandwidth per display is 7.Gbps
- Supports uncompressed audio such as LPCM
- Supports compressed audio such as DTS Digital, Dolby Digital, DTS-HD, and Dolby TrueHD
- 24K gold plated connector resists corrosion and reduces tarnish
- Operating temperature: 32°F to 1 S8°F or 0°c to 70°(
- Operating humidity: 10% to 85% relative humidity (no condensation)
- Storage temperature: 14°F to 176°F or -10°cto 80°(
- Storage humidity: 5% to 90% relative humidity (no condensation)
- Complies with FCC and CE
- Maximum power consumption: SW
- No power adapter is needed if connected to input sources that provide sufficient power over HDMI cables. Not recommended for mobile devices unless your mobile device is plugged into a power source.
Package Contents
- Fosmon 3×1 HDMI Intelligent Pigtail Switch with 50cm HDMI Cable
- User Manual
Installation and Safety Precautions
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The power cord must be placed well, where it would not be stepped on or pinched. Make sure power
adapter’s contact blades are fully inserted into sockets. -
To provide sufficient ventilation during use, make sure there is at least 1 inch of clearance on each side of the device (except the side where it rests on a flat surface).
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Do not set up this product adjacent to a water source or an environment that has excessive moisture.
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Place this product on a flat surface and keep it out of reach of children.
Device Setup
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Connect HDMI output source(s) to the Input port(s) on the switch via HDMI cable(s).
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Connect the HDMI Output end on the switch to an input source for your video/audio equipment, such as a TV,
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IMPORTANT: If an input device does not provide sufficient power over the HDMI cable to power up the switch, please plug in a power adapter to your input device. We recommend using the power adapter that came with your device. A power adapter is not included in this purchase.
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NOTE: HDMI cables for input sources are not included in this purchase.
Example of Connection Diagram
Recycling the Product
To dispose of this product properly, please follow the recycling process regulated in your area.
FAQ’s
I must understand how this operates. Who or what plugs into the television?****
The single end grows your HDMI ports from 1 to 3 by plugging them into the HDMI port on your television. If your television only has one HDMI port and you require more than one.
Does this function with the brand-new Amazon Fire TV gadget and a Blu- ray player?****
Yes, I set up a cable matters switch with a Blu-ray player, Fire TV, and Fios Box at a friend’s house and it works beautifully.
A “pigtail” cable is what? Is it unique compared to other cables?****
Pigtail refers to the end that has an HDMI cable “out” permanently attached. There’s no need to acquire a second HDMI cable.
Does this product in any way reduce the video quality? Does it still have a 1080p resolution display?****
No, 1080p quality is still sent. It works perfectly for my Xbox and PS3, which I use for.
I want to be able to flip between cable and Netflix on my one-port TV without getting out of bed. Is there a device that can do that?****
This apparatus does not have a remote switch. To swap, you’ll have to get out of bed. Each connected item has a button on the extension that you push to leave.
Please specify if this is input to output or output to input.****
1 output from 3 inputs. The output is connected to the TV’s HDMI input.
The most important thing to keep in mind is that you should only utilize one of the three ports at once. When using the other 3, only use one at a time, but plug the main into my TV port.****
Yes, one by one. It’s ideal for a TV with a single HDMI connector, though. I use it with a TV that only has one port for my DVD player, cable box, and Apple TV. It serves this role quite well, but you can only use one at once.
Has this ever been used with an Apple TV? Since it goes to sleep after a while as opposed to being manually switched off?****
It may be used with Apple TV, but you must additionally put in the power adapter.
I realize I can’t watch two TVs at once, but can I use this to link a second TV to my DIRECTV box so I can view it?****
No, it only creates more HDMI inputs for your TV if you require them.
Can you attach it to a laptop so that it displays on two monitors?****
It can be shown on a single monitor.
What is the difference between HDMI 1.3 and 1.4?****
HDMI 1.3 supports 8-bit color per channel, while HDMI 1.4 supports 10-bit color per channel.
What is the difference between Deep Color and True Color?****
Deep Color can produce more accurate color than True Color.
What is the difference between HDCP and DVI?****
HDCP is a copy protection technology for HDMI devices, while DVI is not. HDCP has been built into HDMI since version 1.2a, which was released in 2003, while DVI has been around since 1995, which means that most DVI devices are not HDCP compliant. The maximum supported video resolution for a single display with a single HDMI cable is 1920×1080 pixels at 24Hz (or 25Hz). If you want to connect more than one display to your computer, you will need either a dual- head graphics card or an active HDMI splitter/switcher that can support multiple displays.
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