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6.
INSTALLATION
6.1
Rack Mounting
The
VS-16N
and
VS-16A
switchers/scanners may be rack-mounted in a standard 19” (1U) EIA rack assembly
using an optional rack adapter. The switchers in this manual do not require any spacing above or below them for
ventilation.
7.
CONNECTING to VIDEO AND AUDIO DEVICES
1. Connect from one to six sources (or dual signal sources) to the inputs on the rear panel of the
VS-16N
(
VS-16A
) using recommended cables, taking care that all connections are correct.
2. Connect a signal acceptor to the output sockets on the rear panel of the
VS-16N
or
VS-16A
. If your are
setting up a multi-switch system, (an 18x1 scanner system for example) all output connectors should be
connected in parallel using "T" or “Y” connectors, while the last switcher output is connected via the "T"
or “Y” connector to the previous switcher and to the video acceptor (monitor, VCR etc.)
3. Connect, if necessary, 6 control wires to the "REMOTE" connectors on the rear panel of the machine.
Two additional ground connections are available, and both may be used.
4. Connect three wires to the
RS-485
connectors on the rear panel of the machine if
RS-485
control or
system extension is needed. If a multi-switch system is being set-up, connect all the wires in parallel
between all switchers, e.g., A to A, B to B and G to G (Ground). If an external
RS-485
controller is used,
it must be connected to this bank in a similar way.
5. Connect
the
VS-16N
or
VS-16A
to a power source and turn it on.
8.
USING the VIDEO /AUDIO SWITCHERS/SCANNERS
8.1
Controlling the Switcher
8.1.1
Start/Stop Switch
This switch changes the mode between Switcher and Scanner operation. In Scanner operation (automatic
switching) the decimal point on the lower right corner of the display will blink. In Switcher mode (manual) the
decimal point will be off. The machine will scan only inputs, which are ENABLED.
8.1.2
Dwell time Switch
This switch controls the dwell time when automatically switching. When the switch is pressed, the display will
blink, showing the preset dwell time. By pressing the UP or DOWN keys the time may be changed.
The dwell time may be set between 2 and 99 seconds. After reaching the required dwell time, press the ENTER
switch.
8.1.3
Enable/Disable Switch
This switch controls the enabled/disabled inputs while scanning. When the switch is pressed, the right display
will show the input number, while on the left display will show either the letter E (enabled) or D (disabled).
Toggling between modes E and D is done by pressing again this switch. Pressing the UP or DOWN key browses
all the inputs, showing their status. Changing the status is done by pressing the Enable/Disable switch. When
you finished programming the machine, press the ENTER switch.
