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2x1 Compact VGA Switch

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1. Introduction 

 

1.1  General 

The Model AC505A is a versatile, compact, high 
performance, solid-state, 2 input x 1 output, VGA video 
switch that can operate at resolutions of up to 1600x1200.  

The unit allows one monitor to be switched between two 
video sources. The device is housed in a small RFI shielded 
enclosure and is supplied with an universal power supply, a 
push-button remote switch control cable, and a Serial (RS-
232) control cable for connecting to a PC or other serial 
control device. 

The switch terminates both video input signals and buffers 
the output in order to protect signal integrity. The Model 
AC505A can drive video cables to 150 feet or more 
(depending on cable quality an resolution setting). The input 
and output connectors are all HD15 Female (standard VGA 
style).  

1.2  Features 

 

Allows one monitor to be switched between two sources 

 

Can be controlled manually, via Serial port, or from TTL level 
(or contact closure) 

 

Select input 1, input 2, or blank the output  

 

Auto mode automatically scans and selects the input with active 
video (Inputs can also be prioritized) 

 

Infinite switching cycle life  

 

Can drive long cables 

 

Terminates both video input signals and buffers the output to 
protect signal integrity 

 

Includes pushbutton and serial cables for control 

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Page 3: ...ance with the specifications in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules which are intended to provide reasonable protection against such interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environme...

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Page 6: ...6 2 Installation page 6 3 Configuration and Operation page 8 3 1 Dip Switch Settings page 8 3 2 More on Serial RS 232 Operation page 11 3 3 Serial Control Codes page 12 4 Troubleshooting page 13 Cont...

Page 7: ...deo input signals and buffers the output in order to protect signal integrity The Model AC505A can drive video cables to 150 feet or more depending on cable quality an resolution setting The input and...

Page 8: ...e male to male Black Box can provide cables from 3 feet to 100 feet or more please contact us for ordering information Connect the display device such as a monitor or a video projector to the output o...

Page 9: ...such as Windows XP etc The AC505A does not switch the PNP signal lines to the PC This means that in some instances you may have to select a new monitor or video settings on your PC Also notice that m...

Page 10: ...off levers up This is the default mode setting for the switch In this mode the unit is controlled from the push button switch cord The switch at the end of the cable is momentary and it has a built i...

Page 11: ...dip switches as shown above TTL switch in off position no priority is assigned to either input Once the switch finds a video at one of the inputs it selects it and stops scanning until the currently s...

Page 12: ...to ground will select input 2 The center ring of the connector can be used to light an external LED for indication of the selected channel if desired Simply tie the ring to the anode of the Led with t...

Page 13: ...p the AC505A will output a menu on the serial port To view the menu you need an ASCII serial terminal or terminal emulator software An example is Windows Hyper terminal generally found in Accessories...

Page 14: ...static screen If both inputs are active then the AC505A stays on the currently selected video until the video signal ceases then it will switch to the other channel if there is good video present ther...

Page 15: ...xcess of 100 feet the losses in the cable could be a contributing factor in which case first reduce the refresh rate to 60 HZ and if that is not enough you may have to reduce the resolution of the inc...

Page 16: ...the history of the problem We will be able to provide more efficient and accurate assistance if you have a complete description Shipping and Packaging If you need to transport or ship your extender P...

Page 17: ...CC Part 15 Subpart B Class A IC Class Max Altitude 10 000 ft 3048 m Temperature Operating 32 to 122 F 0 to 50 C Storage 40 to 185 F 40 to 85 C Humidity Up to 95 non condensing Enclosure Steel MTBF 90...

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