March 2005 AC1031A-2 AC1031A-4 2 and 4 Channel DVI Splitter / Extender AC1031A-2 2-Channel AC1031A-4 4-Channel CUSTOMER SUPPORT INFORMATION Order toll-free in the U.S. 24 hours, 7 A.M. Monday to midnight Friday: 877-877-BBOX FREE technical support, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: Call 724-746-5500 or fax 724-746-0746 Mail order: Black Box Corporation, 1000 Park Drive, Lawrence, PA 15055-1018 Web site: www.blackbox.com • E-mail: info@blackbox.
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Model AC1031A-2 and AC1031-4 FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION AND CANADIAN DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio communication.
DVI Splitter Normas Oficiales Mexicanas (NOM) Electrical Safety Statement INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD 1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado. 2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para referencia futura. 3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones de operación deben ser respetadas. 4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas. 5.
Model AC1031A-2 and AC1031-4 11. El aparato eléctrico deberá ser connectado a una fuente de poder sólo del tipo descrito en el instructivo de operación, o como se indique en el aparato. 12. Precaución debe ser tomada de tal manera que la tierra fisica y la polarización del equipo no sea eliminada. 13.
DVI Splitter Contents 1. Introduction ...............................................................................page 6 1.1 General ................................................................................page 6 1.2 Features ...............................................................................page 6 2. Installation .................................................................................page 7 2.1 Cascade Operation ..............................................................
Model AC1031A-2 and AC1031-4 1. Introduction 1.1 General The Black Box Model AC1031A-2 and Model AC1031-4 Splitters allow routing of a single DVI equipped device (such as PC) to multiple DVI displays (such as plasma or LCD screens). The Splitters support single-link, DVI-I (integrated Analog and/or Digital) video signals at resolutions of up to 1600x1200. The DVI Splitters feature front panel LED indicator for power on state, plus they can be used to extend the DVI output to 10 meters (33 ft).
DVI Splitter 2. Installation 1. Your package includes the Splitter box, a power supply, an input cable, and this Manual. You may need to purchase additional long DVI cables for connection your monitors. Black Box sells high quality DVI cables and adapters at various lengths. Figure 1. Example of DVI Cable Figure 2. Example of DVI-to-VGA Adapter Figure 3. Basic DVI Connector Types 2. 3. 4.
Model AC1031A-2 and AC1031-4 cable as it cannot plug in to your PC’s output and you need to purchase a DVI-D cable that does not have the extra analog pins. The DVI-D cable can plug to the Splitter, it just does not have the extra analog pins Furthermore, it does not make any difference if the cable is Single or Dual Link. The Splitter is a Single-Link unit but you can physically plug either a Dual-Link or a Single Link cable into it) 5. 6. 7.
DVI Splitter 3. Troubleshooting 3.1 Problem Solving FAQ 1. What are the Cable Length Limitations? The splitter can accept up to 5 meters of cable on its input and 10 meters on its output for a total of 15 meters (50 feet total). At long distances if you start to experience video degradation, you should turn the refresh rate and/or resolution of the video signal lower. 2.
Model AC1031A-2 and AC1031-4 3.2 Calling Black Box If you determine that your splitter is malfunctioning, do not attempt to repair the unit. Contact Black Box Tech. Support at 724-746-5500. Before you do, make a record of the history of the problem.
DVI Splitter 4. Specifications Standards DVI-I Single Link, Compliant with DDWG DVI 1.0 Standard Resolutions PC resolutions up to 1600x1200 @ 60 Hz & HDTV to 1080i Temperature Operating: 32 to 122°F (0 to 50°C); Storage: -40 to +185°F (-40 to +85°C) Enclosure Steel MTBF 90,000 hours (calculated estimate) Power From utility-power (mains) outlet, through included external power supply. Output Voltage: 9v DC CenterPositive at 1.7 A Size (hxwxd) 2-Port: 1.38" x 7.80" x 2.7" 4-Port: 1.38" x 10.
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