Model VS-560 User Manual 9 Input A/V Switcher with HDMI, Component Video, Digital Audio, Automatic Input Mode and Volume Equalization Online Product Registration http://www.simaproducts.
Package Contents: 1 - VS-560 A/V Switcher Unit 1 - Power Adapter, (120-220VAC input, 5V DC output) 1 – Universal Remote Control (PN – 52466) 1 - Instruction Manual for VS-560 (PN-21793) 1 – Instruction manual for remote control 2009 by Sima Products Corporation. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means without prior written permission from Sima Products Corp.
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Introduction Congratulations on purchasing Sima’s Model VS-560, 9 Input A/V Switcher with HDMI, Component Video, Digital Audio, Automatic Input Mode and Volume Equalization. It has been designed for use with Home Theater, DSS Satellite, DVD, HDTV, Video Games, Audio Recording Equipment, as well as for background music applications. The VS-560 has the following features: • High Bandwidth - low noise audio / video switching for today’s high quality systems.
Front Panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 Figure 1, VS-560 front panel Controls 1 - Power / Standby - Press to toggle the unit between modes. The red Standby indicator above the button will be lit when the unit is in Standby Mode. Light turns Blue when power is on. 2 - Auto Input Mode - Press Set button to turn the Auto Input mode on or off. When on, the unit will scan the video inputs, automatically turn on and switch to the most recently active input device. Also use this button to set dynamic range levels.
Rear Panel Inputs 1 & 2 Audio/Video S-video Inputs 3 & 4 Audio/Video Component Input 5 Audio/Video S-video HDMI (3) Inputs (1) Output Digital Audio Inputs Coaxial 1, 3, 5 Optical 2, 4 Power 5V DC Outputs (2) Audio/Video (2) S-video (1) Component Figure 2, VS-560 rear panel Page 7 RS-232 Digital Audio Outputs Coaxial, Optical
IR Universal Remote Control See IR Universal Remote Control manual for description of features and operation. Note: Press the SELECT button to select AUX setting for control of VS-560. The AUX setting contains pre-programmed codes for operation of the VS-560 Fig.
Typical Hook up Step 1 Connect the AC adapter to 120-220 VAC and plug the DC cord into the 5 VDC input on the rear of the VS560. Step 2 We have provided three sample hook-up diagrams (pages 10-12) to help you determine how to connect the components of your system. You can use the last page of this manual as an organizer for your equipment. Read the following notes before installing the VS-560 into your system. Note: The VS-560 does not convert analog audio to digital audio or visa versa.
Basic Hook-up #1: Connecting Two Sources This would be a typical configuration if you want to watch video and listen to audio on your TV. The connection illustration below shows only two input sources. Only inputs 3 and 5 are being used. Note that the composite input from the VCR (Input 3) is delivered by Output B to the TV as a composite signal. Also note that the s-video input from the DVD player (Input 5) is delivered by Output B to the TV as an s-video signal. Only one input can be selected at a time.
Basic Hook-up #2: Connecting Different Video Types The connection diagram below shows a hook-up with 3 input sources. Inputs 1, 2 and 4 are being used. Input 1 is being used as a composite video input with stereo left and right audio from the VCR. Input 2 is being used for S-video from the DVD player, while the DVD’s optical audio output is connected to the optical digital audio input on the VS-560.
Basic Hook-up #3: Connecting HDMI sources The connection diagram below shows a hook-up with 2 input sources having HDMI. Note: the HDMI output from the set top cable box is connected to HDMI input #1. The HDMI output from the DVD player is connected to HDMI input #2. The HDMI output of the VS-560 is connected to the TV’s HDMI input allowing you to view either source. HDMI carries both the digital audio and video signal. Note: The VS-560 does not convert composite, S-video or component video to HDMI.
Operation When the VS-560 is first powered up, the Auto Input Mode LED light and the Power / Stand-by LED light will come on. The Power / Stand-by light will be lit dim red. The Auto Input Mode light will be blue. When the unit detects an active video input (Composite, S-Video, Component or HDMI video), the Power / Standby light will turn blue and the active input will be selected.
How it Works This section has more technical information about the VS-560. In the block diagram below you can see how the audio and video inputs are selected and fed to the output buffer amplifiers (Only the left audio channel is shown). Notice how the VOLUME ADJ button allows you to bypass the Volume Equalization circuitry [- -].
Automatic Input Sensing When the Auto Input mode is on, the VS-560 constantly scans the Composite, S-Video, Component and HDMI video inputs, waiting for a video input signal. When you turn on a device (VCR, DSS, etc.) a microprocessor in the VS-560 senses the video input, turns on the VS-560 (when it is in the stand-by mode) and selects the input. When a second input occurs, the unit will switch to the new input.
To create a custom name for an input: 1) Select the input you want to name by pressing the CHANNEL < > buttons. 2) Press and hold the D.NAME button for 3-4 seconds or until you hear a beep. The six character spaces will begin to blink. 3) Press the D.NAME button again to enter the custom name mode. The first character space on the left will begin to blink. 4) Use the CHANNEL buttons < > buttons to scroll through a list of letters, numbers and special characters.
RS-232C Interface The RS-232C interface on the VS-560 lets you connect the unit to a home automation system and control the various functions of the unit.
RS232 Command Structure RS232 commands sent to the VS-560 consist of four bytes: a start character, an address character, a command mode character, and a command data byte. There is no need to send a carriage return or line feed at the end of the message. If these characters are sent, they will be ignored.
Trouble Shooting Problem Power/Stand-by light does not come on No video output -Composite -S-Video -Component No audio output -Analog -Digital No input is selected Picture is black and white Auto Input does not detect device when turned on IR remote does not work Solution Make sure power adapter is plugged into a working outlet. Is standby light off? Is input light lit? Make sure correct input is selected. Make sure inputs and outputs are not reversed.
Technical Specifications Design and specifications are subject to change without notice Auto Input Sensing On or off Volume Equalization User adjustable from ±6dB Bypass: on or off Digital Interface RS-232 port to interface home automation systems Audio Inputs, (6 stereo) Typical input level, 200 mV Frequency response 50 to 20KHz, +/- 3dB (bypass mode) Outputs Output Impedance, less than 150 Ω Digital Audio Inputs Coaxial (3), 75 Ω, 0.5V p-p Optical (2), TOSLINK style Outputs Coaxial (1), 75 Ω, 0.
Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Sima Products Corp. (“Company”) warrants that is the accompanying product proves to be defective to the original purchaser in material or workmanship within 90 days from the original retail purchase, the Company will, at the Company’s option, either repair or replace same without charge (but no cash refund will be made).
System Organization Chart Fill in the chart below to help you organize and remember what devices are connected to the inputs and outputs. Save for future reference. Inputs From (VCR, DSS, etc.) Component Video Composite Video SVideo L&R (analog) audio Digital audio Coaxial/Optical To (TV, Receiver, etc.
