BLUSTREAM SW21AB-V2 2 Way 4K HDMI Switch User Manual
- June 14, 2024
- BLUSTREAM
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LUSTREAM SW21AB-V2 2 Way 4K HDMI Switch
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, lightning strikes, etc. Use of
surge protection systems is highly recommended in order to protect and extend
the life of your equipment.
Safety And Performance Notice
- Do not substitute or use any other power supply other than the enclosed unit, or a Blustream-approved replacement.
- Do not disassemble the unit for any reason. Doing so will void the manufacturer’s warranty.
Introduction
The SW21AB-V2 is a 2-way HDMI switch with integrated audio breakout and the ability to auto-switch. The switch supports full HDMI 2.0 and HDCP 2.2 with video resolutions up to and including 4K @ 60Hz 4:4:4.
FEATURES
- Features 2 x HDMI inputs which can be switched to a single HDMI output
- Supports full HDMI 2.0 specification 4K UHD video (4K @ 60Hz 4:4:4)
- HDCP 2.2 compliant
- Auto-switching capabilities*
- Supports 3D signal display
- Supports all industry standard video resolutions including VGA-WUXGA and 480i-4K
- Supports all known HDMI audio formats including Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital Plus, and DTS-HD Master Audio transmission
- HDMI audio breakout to analog L/R audio and optical S/PDIF outputs concurrently
- Control via serial, front panel, and IR
- Advanced EDID management
- See page 4 for details of how to enable the auto-switching function on these units.
Front Panel
- Select Button – Press to toggle between HDMI inputs. The auto-switching function is enabled/disabled by pressing and holding the Select button for 5 seconds. The input light will flash 3 times to confirm switching function is enabled / disabled
- Output LED Indicator – Indicates if a display device is connected to the switches HDMI output
- Input LED Indicators – Displays the HDMI input currently active
- IR Receiver Window
Rear Panel
- HDMI Inputs – Connect to HDMI source devices
- HDMI Output – Connect to a HDMI display device
- Optical S/PDIF Output – De-embed digital audio from the selected HDMI input
- Analogue Audio Left / Right Output (3.5mm stereo jack) – De-embedded from the selected HDMI input. The source input must be PCM 2-channel audio for the analog output to work. The SW21AB-V2 doesn’t down-mix multi-channel audio signals
- External IR Port – Connect Blustream 5V IR receiver, or control processor to control the switcher
- EDID DIP Switches – See
- RS-232 Port – For control of the switcher from a PC or control processor
- Power Port – Use the supplied Blustream 5V/1A DC adaptor to power the switcher
Remote Control – REMSW41
- Direct HDMI input selection buttons (buttons 3 & 4 for use with SW41AB-V2 unit only)
- Scroll through input buttons – HDMI input 1-2-1.
Infrared (IR) Distribution
The Blustream range of HDMI products includes multiple options for control and routing of IR.
IMPORTANT: Blustream Infrared products are all 5V and NOT compatible with alternative manufacturers’ Infrared solutions. When using third-party 12V IR control solutions, please use the Blustream IRCAB cable for IR conversion (12V to 5V) – sold separately.
IR Receiver – IRR
Blustream 5V IR receiver (supplied) to receive IR signal and control the
SW21AB-V2
IR Control Cable – IRCAB
Blustream IR Control cable 3.5mm Mono to 3.5mm Stereo for linking third-party
control solutions to Blustream products. Compatible with 12V IR third-party
products.
Note: Cable is directional as indicated – not supplied
EDID Control
EDID (Extended Display Identification Data) is a data structure that is used between a display and a source. This data is used by the source to find out what audio and video resolutions are supported by the display, from this information the source will discover what the best audio and video resolutions need to be outputted. While the objective of EDID is to make connecting a digital display to a source a simple plug-and-play procedure, issues do arise when multiple displays or video switching is introduced because of the increased number of variables. By pre-determining the video resolution and audio format of the sources and display device you can reduce the time needed for EDID handshaking thus making switching quicker and more reliable. Configuration of extender EDID settings can be achieved using the product dip- switches on the SW21AB-V2. EDID dip-switch settings are shown below.
Note: You must power cycle the product after making EDID changes. For some sources, it may be necessary to power cycle the source after EDID changes have been made for the source to update its video & audio output settings.
Global EDID Settings
DIP ON /OFF SWITCHING POSITIONS|
EDID TYPE
---|---
3| 2| 1| 0
OFF| OFF| OFF| OFF| 1080p@60Hz, Audio 2ch PCM
OFF| OFF| OFF| ON| 1080p@60Hz, Audio 5.1ch PCM/DTS/Dolby
OFF| OFF| ON| OFF| 1080p@60Hz, Audio 7.1ch PCM/DTS/Dolby/HD
OFF| OFF| ON| ON| 4K@60Hz 4:2:0 / 4K@30Hz 4:4:4, Audio 2ch PCM
OFF| ON| OFF| OFF| 4K@60Hz 4:2:0 / 4K@30Hz 4:4:4, Audio 5.1ch PCM/DTS/Dolby
OFF| ON| OFF| ON| 4K@60Hz 4:2:0 / 4K@30Hz 4:4:4, Audio 7.1ch PCM/DTS/Dolby/HD
OFF| ON| ON| OFF| 4K@60Hz 4:4:4, Audio 2ch PCM
OFF| ON| ON| ON| 4K@60Hz 4:4:4, Audio 5.1ch PCM/DTS/Dolby
ON| OFF| OFF| OFF| 4K@60Hz 4:4:4, Audio 7.1ch PCM/DTS/Dolby/HD
ON| OFF| OFF| ON| 4K@60Hz 4:4:4, Audio 2ch PCM
ON| OFF| ON| ON| 4K@60Hz 4:4:4, Audio 5.1ch PCM/DTS/Dolby
ON| OFF| ON| ON| 4K@60Hz 4:4:4, Audio 7.1ch PCM/DTS/Dolby/HD
ON| ON| OFF| OFF| DVI 1920×1080@60Hz, Audio None
ON| ON| OFF| ON| DVI 1920×1200@60Hz, Audio None
ON| ON| ON| OFF| API Control – Software Control
ON| ON| ON| ON| EDID pass-through
Specifications
- Video Input Connectors: 2 x HDMI Type A, 19-pin, female
- Video Output Connectors: 1 x HDMI Type A, 19-pin, female
- Audio Output Connectors: 1 x Optical (S/PDIF) & 1 x Analogue audio L/R (3.5mm stereo jack)
- IR Input Ports: 1 x 3.5mm stereo jack
- RS-232 Serial Port: 1 x DB9, female
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 196 x 104 x 32mm, including connections, without feet (removable)
- Shipping Weight: 0.8kg
- Operating Temperature: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
- Storage Temperature: -4°F to 140°F (-20°C to 60°C)
- Power Supply: 1 x 5V/1A DC
NOTE: Specifications are subject to change without notice. Weights and dimensions are approximate.
Package Contents
- 1 x SW21AB-V2
- 1 x REMSW41 Remote Control
- 1 x 5V/1A DC Power Supply
- 1 x IR Receiver (IRR)
- 1 x User Manual
Maintenance
Clean this unit with a soft, dry cloth. Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzene to clean this unit. Components inside this unit are not user- serviceable. Do not remove the protective cover from the unit. Removing any panel from this product will invalidate the manufacturer’s warranty.
FCC NOTICE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B 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 the receiver.
- Connect the equipment to 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.
CAUTION – changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
CANADA, INDUSTRY CANADA (IC) NOTICES
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THIS PRODUCT
This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed of with other
household wastes. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health
from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to promote the
sustainable reuse of material resources. To return your used device, please
use the return and collection systems or contact the retailer where the
product was purchased. They can take this product for environmentally safe
recycling.
References
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