BINARY B-260-SWTCH-3X1 18Gbps HDMI 3×1 Switcher Installation Guide
- June 13, 2024
- BINARY
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B-260-SWTCH-3X1
18Gbps HDMI 3×1 Switcher
Install Guide
B-260-SWTCH-3X1 18Gbps HDMI 3×1 Switcher
Welcome to Binary™
This product is engineered to provide years of exceptional reliability. We
appreciate your business, and we stand committed to providing our customers
with the highest degree of quality and service in the industry. This 18Gbps
HDMI 3×1 Switcher is compatible with HDMI 2.0/ HDCP 2.2 and supports video
resolutions up to 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 8bit.
Pro Tip: Connect the HDMI switch to a surge protector to extend the
life of the product.
Features
- HDMI 2.0 and HDCP 2.2 compliant
- Supports video resolutions up to 4K2K@50/60Hz 4:4:4
- 18Gbps video bandwidth
- Supports 3D and HDR format video
- Supported HDMI audio formats: LPCM, Dolby Digital/Plus/EX, Dolby True HD, DTS, DTS-EX,DTS-96/24, DTS High Res, DTS-HD Master Audio, DSD
- Has an auto/manual switching mode for the input source
- Supports CEC control
- Flexible control via front panel buttons, IR remote or RS-232 commands
Package Contents
- 1 × 18Gbps HDMI 3×1 Switcher
- 1× IR remote
- 1× 3pin-3.5mm phoenix connector (male)
- 2× Mounting ears
- 4× Machine screws (KM3*4)
- 1× 12V/2A Locking power adapter
- 1× Quick Start Guide QR card
Warning
The IR Remote supplied with this product contains a coin/button cell battery.
Keep product and batteries away from children. Battery can cause severe or
fatal injuries in 2 hours or less if swallowed or placed inside any part of
the body. Seek immediate medical attention if it is suspected that a
coin/button battery has been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body.
Operation and Functions
Front Panel
A. Power LED — Glows blue when the
switch is powered on
B. IR window — Receives IR signals from IR emitting devices
C. Input LEDs — Glows blue when the input number is selected
D. Output LED — Glows blue when the HDMI out port is connected to a display
E. Selection button – Short press to cycle through the inputs. Hold the button
for three seconds to enable/disable auto-switching mode for the input source.
Rear Panel
A. HDMI In ports — Connect an HDMI
cable from a source
B. HDMI Out port — Connect an HDMI cable to a display
C. IR RCVR PWR switch — OFF to connect to a control system | ON to connect to
an IR Receiver
D. IR EXT port — IR input to connect to IR Receiver or to output of a control
system
E. RS-232 serial port — RS-232 input to connect to the output of a control
system
F. Thread-locking power connector — Connect to the included 12V DC, 2A power
supply.
Installation
- Connect an HDMI cable from the source to the HDMI inputs of the switch.
- Connect an HDMI cable from the display to the switch’s HDMI out port.
- Connect any IR receivers or control systems to the switch.
- Connect the switch’s power supply. The Power, Output, and selected Input LEDs should glow blue.
IR Control
- Power — Press to power the switch on or set it to standby mode
- Prev — Press to select the previous source
- Next — Press to select the next source
- Input 1/2/3 — Press the desired input number to select the connected source
IR Receiver Cable Pinout
IR Receiver Power On
RS-232 Control
The switcher can be controlled using RS-232 commands from a PC or control
system.
Use the included three-pin phoenix connector to connect the control device to
the switcher.
Communication Format
- Baud rate: 9600 bps
- Data bits: 8 bit
- Parity: None
- Stop bits: 1 bit
- Flow control: None
| Function | Commmand | Paramter | Description | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Version | FW VERSION | Get firmware version | V1.01 | |
| Power on | SET POWER | ON |
Power on | POWER ON |
| Power Off | OFF |
Power off | POWER OFF |
|
| Switch input | SET SWITCH | INI |
Switch to input 1 INI |
SWITCH |
| IN2 |
Switch to input 2 | SWITCH IN2 |
||
| IN3 |
Switch to input 3 | SWITCH IN3 |
||
| NEXT |
Switch to the next | SWITCH | ||
| Function | Commmand | Paramter | Description | Return |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| input | IN1 |
|||
| PREV |
Switch to the previous input | SWITCH INI |
||
| Set autoswitch | SET AUTOSWITCH | ON |
||
| ON |
Autoswitch is on | AUTOSWITCH | ||
| OFF |
Autoswitch is off | AUTOSWITCH OFF |
||
| Query autoswitch status | GET AUTOSWITCH | Get autoswitch status |
Example: SET SWITCH IN1
Note: You must use
Specifications
Technical
HDMI Compliance| HDMI 2.0
HDCP Compliance| HDCP 2.2
Video Bandwidth| 594MHz/l8Gbps
Video Resolution| 480i -1080p50/60Hz, 4Kx2K@24/30Hz, 4K2K@60Hz
Color Space| RGB, YCbCr 4:4:4 / 4:2:2, YUV 4:2:0
HDMI Audio Formats| LPCM, Dolby Digital/Plus/EX, Dolby True HD, DTS, DTS-EX,
DTS-96/24, DTS High Res, DTS-HD Master Audio, DSD
HDR Support| Yes
ESD Protection| Human-body model: ±8kV (air-gap discharge), ±4kV (contact
discharge)
Connection
Input| 3x HDMI IN [Type A, 19-pin female]
Output| lx HDMI OUT [Type A, 19-pin female]
Control| lx RS-232 [3pin-3.5mm phoenix connector] lx IR EXT [3.5mm stereo
mini-jack]
Mechanical
Housing| Metal enclosure
Color| Black
Dimensions ON x D x H)| 147mm (5.79″) x 66.3mm (2.61″) x 16mm (0.63″)
Weight| 246g (0.54 lbs.)
Technical
Power Supply| Input: AC100-240V 50/60Hz
Output: DC 12V/2A (US/EU standard, CE/FCC/UL certified)
Power Consumption| 3.24W (Max)
Operating Temperature| 0°C – 40°C / 32°F – 104°F
Storage Temperature| -20°C – 60°C / -4°F – 140°F
Relative Humidity| 20-90% RH (non-condensing)
Technical Support
For chat and telephone, visit
ctrl4.co/techsupport • Email:
TechSupport@SnapOne.com. Visit
tech.control4.com for discussions, instructional
videos, news, and more.
Warranty and Legal Notices
Find details of the product’s Limited Warranty and other resources such as
regulatory notices and patent and safety information, at snapone.com/legal or
request a paper copy from Customer Service at 866.424.4489.
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References
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