Contents
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Contents
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Introduction
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2
Getting Started
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2.1
Quick Start
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3
Overview
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3.1
Defining EDID
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3.2
About HDMI
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3.3
About HDCP
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3.4
Recommendations for Best Performance
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4
Your VS-161H 16x1 Switcher
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Installing the VS-161H in a Rack
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Connecting a VS-161H 16x1 HDMI Switcher
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Operating the VS-161H
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7.1
The PC and DVD Modes
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7.2
Acquiring the EDID
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7.3
Controlling via RS-232 (for example, using a PC)
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7.4
Controlling via ETHERNET
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7.4.1
Connecting the ETHERNET Port directly to a PC (Crossover Cable)
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7.4.2
Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub (Straight-Through Cable) 15
7.4.3
Control Configuration via the Ethernet Port
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Technical Specifications
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9
Kramer Protocol 2000
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Figures
Figure 1: VS-161H 16x1 HDMI Switcher
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Figure 2: Connecting a VS-161H 16x1 HDMI Switcher
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Figure 3: Connecting a PC without Using a Null-modem Adapter
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Figure 4: Local Area Connection Properties Window
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Figure 5: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window
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Tables
Table 1: VS-161H 16x1 HDMI Switcher Features
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Table 2: DVD Mode and PC Mode Characteristics
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Table 3: Technical Specifications of the VS-161H
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Table 4: Protocol Definitions
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Table 5: Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000
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