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SW204HD Matrix Switch
Appendix A
The SW204HD Controller Application - CE LABS, inc
The SW204HD Controller application controls and monitors the SW204HD video/audio switch. The SW204HD
is a 4 input, 2 Output switch. Each input and output consists of component video and right/left/digital audio.
The SW204HD Controller application runs on a Windows XP/Vista computer and connects to the SW204HD
either through USB or RS232 ports. The SW204HD Controller application provides ability to toggle power and
switch inputs on the SW204HD from a computer. In addition to controlling the switch, a straight forward
graphical representation of the switch connections is provided. Finally, the inputs and outputs can be renamed
making switch connections simple to determine.
Getting Started
The SW20HD Controller must first connect to a SW204HD unit. The SW204 supports RS232 or USB
communications.
Step 1: Setup the SW204HD
Attach a RS232 cable or USB cable between the SW204HD and the computer. Set the switch on the back of
the SW204HD unit to RS232 or USB to match the cable used. Insure the power adapter is connected to the
SW204HD.
If using USB for first time with the SW204HD, you may want to read the notes at end of this help
screen on using USB.
Step 2: Start the SW204HD Controller Application
If not all ready running, start the SW204HD Controller application. The application can be
started from the
Start Menu under CE Labs.
Step 3: Connecting to the SW204HD
If you know the computer COM port you that is attached to the SW204HD, then select that COM port in the
selection box and click on Connect.
If you are not sure of the COM port, you can click on Auto
Connect.
When first started, The SW204HD is not connected as indicated in upper left
hand corner.
After clicking Connect or Auto Connect, The SW20HD unit should now be connected as indicated in upper left
hand corner.
If the unit fails to connect, try a different COM port or attempt Auto Connect if not
tried already. Also, check the cable between the computer and SW204HD and
make sure the power adapter is properly attached to the SW204HD switch.
After successful connection, the SW204HD can then be controlled and monitored.
To disconnect, click on the disconnect button.