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Chapter 3: Installation
3. Installation
WARNING:
Before installation, power off all devices that will be connected to this system.
Make sure that all devices you will connect are properly grounded.
Place cables away from fluorescent lights, air conditioners, and machines that are
likely to generate electrical noise.
3.1 Device Connection
1. Use a video cable (HDMI) to connect the display to the video output port on the
unit.
2. Use a video cable (HDMI) to connect the source device to the video input port on
the unit.
3. Apply power to the unit.
4. Turn on the display (monitor, projector, or TV) and then power on the source
device(s).
5. If necessary, apply the EDID Copy process (see Section 4.2.2, EDID Setting).
NOTES:
When each video source is powered on, make sure it has a display pointing to it for
EDID communication. If a source does not have a display pointing to it, a video
image might not display.
If no screen displays, follow these steps:
1. Make sure the device cables are correctly and firmly attached.
2. Set your display device’s input source as HDMI.
3. Check the PC BIOS configuration for the video output settings.
4. Connect your video source to the display DIRECTLY to check if the video signal
gets through.
5. Apply EDID Copy to your display (see Section 4.2.2, EDID Setting).
