KD-HDMI2x1 & 4x1 Operating Instructions
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KD-HDMI2x1 & 4x1 Operating Instructions
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abouT kd-hdmI2x1 & kd-hdmI4x1 SWITCheRS
Thank you for purchasing a Chroma Series
™
KD-HDMI switcher by Key Digital
®
.
KD-HDMI Chroma Series
™
switchers support HDMI video, various digital and analog audio formats.
Any one of multiple HDMI and audio inputs can be routed to the output. Video resolutions up to
1080p/60 and HDCP copy protection are supported. The switcher is DVI-D compatible with Key
Digital
®
adapters and cables.
KD-HDMI switchers are easy to control by using a top-panel pushbutton, IR remote control, IR
extender, or RS-232. The audio output format is user-selectable. Status-monitoring LEDs allow you
to quickly see your choices.
The successful installation and operation of your KD-HDMI switcher with your video and audio
system is very important to us at Key Digital
®
. Please contact Key Digital
®
immediately at
[email protected] if you encounter any difficulties.
KD-HDMI Chroma Series
™
switchers simultaneously switch HDMI digital HD and SD video and
audio, and are DVI-D compatible with Key Digital
®
adapters and cables. The switcher also allows
you to separately select an audio source for output on RCA jacks either: digital PCM audio or
analog left & right stereo audio.
All the features of the KD-HDMI can be controlled via a top-panel pushbutton switch, IR remote
control, Wired IR, or RS-232. Conveniently located status-monitoring LEDs allow you to monitor the
status of your selections.
KD-HDMI switchers are designed to interface your HDMI or DVI-D source devices, like your DVD
player, Satellite Box, HD DVR, Set Top Box, or even your PC, to your display with an HDMI or DVI-D
input, all the way up to 1080p/60 resolution. Handles ALL frame rates and clock rates up to 165
MHz. KD-HDMI switchers are engineered for crystal-clear switching, delivering picture-perfect
images to your displays and audio to you sound system.
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kd-hdmI2x1
kd-hdmI4x1
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Digital switching of multiple (2 or 4) HDMI inputs to one (1) HDMI output
Compatible with all video resolutions
Auto sensing signal presence and switching to active input
Supports HDMI, Toslink, PCM and analog L/R Audio
Compliant with HDCP Copy Protection
Supports CEC (Consumer Electronics Control)
Pushbutton control, and corresponding LEDs for status
HDMI hot-plug detect LEDs provided on the input HDMI connectors
Easy-to-operate IR remote control
RS-232 port
Wired IR control port
Compatible with all control systems
Firmware upgradable
Built-in mounting flanges
Technology
Key Digital
®
technology allows us to deliver the highest level of picture quality attainable in all of our
products, like the proprietary technology we engineered for you into the KD-HDMI:
WhaT’S InCluded
The carton contains:
One KD-HDMI switcher unit
Separate external 5-Volt power supply
IR remote control with batteries included
Operating Instructions
Warranty card
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CauTIon:
When installing the unit, make all video connections before plugging
in the external power supply provided with your unit. do noT apply power to
the unit until all video and audio connections have been made to your kP-hdmI
unit from the “source” devices to the display(s) and/or devices. you muST use
the external power supply provided with your unit or you voId the key digital
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Warranty and risk damage to your unit and associated equipment.
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