BINARY B-260-SWTCH-3X1 18Gbps HDMI 3×1 Switcher Installation Guide

June 13, 2024
BINARY

B-260-SWTCH-3X1
18Gbps HDMI 3×1 SwitcherBINARY B 260 SWTCH 3X1 18Gbps HDMI 3x1
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 PanelBINARY B 260 SWTCH 3X1 18Gbps HDMI 3x1 Switcher - 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 PanelBINARY B 260 SWTCH 3X1 18Gbps HDMI 3x1 Switcher - 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

  1. Connect an HDMI cable from the source to the HDMI inputs of the switch.
  2. Connect an HDMI cable from the display to the switch’s HDMI out port.
  3. Connect any IR receivers or control systems to the switch.
  4. Connect the switch’s power supply. The Power, Output, and selected Input LEDs should glow blue.

BINARY B 260 SWTCH 3X1 18Gbps HDMI 3x1 Switcher -
Installation

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 OnBINARY B 260 SWTCH 3X1 18Gbps HDMI 3x1 Switcher - IR
Control 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 switches to input 1.
Note: You must use or to end a command.

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:
[email protected]. 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.
2023, Snap One, LLC. All rights reserved. Snap One and its respective logos are registered trademarks or trademarks of Snap One, LLC (formerly known as Wirepath Home Systems, LLC), in the United States and/or other countries. 4Store, 4Sight, Control4, Control4 My Home, SnapAV, Araknis Networks, BakPak, Binary, Dragonfly, Episode, Luma, Mockupancy, Nearus, NEEO, Optiview, OvrC, Pakedge, Sense, Strong, Strong Evolve, Strong VersaBox, SunBriteDS, SunBriteTV, Triad, Truvision, Visualint, WattBox, Wirepath, and Wirepath ONE are also registered trademarks or trademarks of Snap One, LLC. Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of their respective owners. Snap One makes no claim that the information contained herein covers all installation scenarios and contingencies, or product use risks. Information within this specification subject to change without notice.
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