
CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION .............................................................1
FEATURES & SPECIFICATIONS ....................................2
FRONT PANEL ................................................................3
BACK PANEL ...................................................................4
REMOTE CONTROL .......................................................5
IR EXTENDER .................................................................6
RS-232 PROTOCOL .......................................................7
TYPICAL HOOK-UP & OPERATION ................................8
LIMITED WARRANTY ......................................................8
INTRODUCTION
The SB-5608 is a high-performance 8x2 HDMI routing switcher
for HDMI signals. This switcher supports a wide frequency range
of 25MHz ~ 340 MHz enabling 1080p HDMI formats and UXGA/
WUXGA/DVI resolutions to any HD display. High definition
digital signals can be selected and distributed to any (2) outputs
simultaneously. The switcher is certified as being fully HDMI and
HDCP compliant, with RoHS, CE, FCC certifications. Supports
high resolution HDMI sources routed to HDMI displays, monitors,
projector or audio receivers. Control is provided via front panel
push buttons, IR remote or via RS-232. A RS-232 Windows GUI
interface is provided for routing switch.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
Check that you have the following components;
• SB-5608 Switcher
• 19 inch ear mount bracket (Part # 1U-440L)
• RS-232 V16 Protocol Instructions
• Master wireless IR Remote Control (SW-5608)
• SB-100 IR Extender distance ~984 feet (300M) Receiver set
• CD Contents : Manual, Windows GUI, ISP V16 Windows driver
• RS-232 Cable 6 feet (2M)
• ISO Screws
• Power Supply Input : DC12V, 3A, (Worldwide Universal
100~240VAC, AC 50/60Hz)
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HDMI Routing Switcher Series
Thank you for purchasing the SB-5608 HDMI Switcher. You will find this unit easy to install and highly reliable but it is
essential that you read this manual throughly before attempting to use the 8x2 HDMI switcher.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Please read all instructions before attempting to unpack, install or
operate this equipment and before connecting the power supply.
Please keep the following in mind as you unpack and install this
equipment:
• Always follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire,
electrical shock and injury to persons.
• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain,
moisture or install this product near water.
• Never spill liquid of any kind on or into this product.
• Never push an object of any kind into this product through any
openings or empty slots in the unit, as you may damage parts
inside the unit.
• Do not attach the power supply cabling to building surfaces.
• Use only the supplied power supply unit (PSU). Do not use the
PSU if it is damaged.
• Do not allow anything to rest on the power cabling or allow any
weight to be placed upon it or any person walk on it.
• To protect the unit from overheating, do not block any vents or
openings in the unit housing that provide ventilation and allow for
sufficient space for air to circulate around the unit.
DISCLAIMERS
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is believed to be accurate. We assume no responsibility for any
infringements of patents or other rights of third parties which may
result from its use.
We assume no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be
contained in this document. We make no commitment to update
or to keep current the information contained in this document.
We reserve the right to make improvements to this document
and/or product at any time and without notice.
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Version 2.1 NOV 2015
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