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Figure 8: Control Configuration via RS-232 and RS-485

6.2 Connecting via an RS-485 Controller

To connect up to seven single VP-1608 units via an RS-485 controller, for

example, a PC (equipped with an RS-485 interface), do the following:

Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your

VP-1608. After connecting your VP-1608, connect its power and then

switch on the power to each device.

1. Connect the video sources and acceptors, the appropriate audio sources

and acceptors, and the power cord to each VP-1608 unit.