ZEKTOR TM HDS4.2 Component Video / Audio Switch Owner’s Manual www.zektor.
Important Safety Instructions! Read all instructions for prior to installation of your product. Retain this User's Manual for future reference. Adhere to all safety and operation instructions. Before cleaning this product, unplug from the wall outlet. Do not use liquid cleaning products. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child, and serious damage to the product.
A HDS4.2 Overview A Description of the HDS4.2 The HDS4.2 is a 4 input, Audio / HDTV Video switch. It supplies two HDTV Component Video outputs. Output 1 (labelled: OUT1) is a passive non-buffered output, and Output 2 (labelled: OUT2) is a buffered version of OUT1. OUT2 is always a buffered version of OUT1 and cannot be switched independently. OUT1 is passive and is usually used to drive a HDTV component located near the HDS4.2, using short cables.
Front Panel Operations Operating the HDS4.2 is straight forward and simply a matter of plugging the HDS4.2’s power supply into an available A.C. outlet, and then plugging the HDS4.2’s power supply into the back of the HDS4.2. To operate the HDS4.2 manually, press the power switch, located on the very left of the HDS4.2 to cycle power. Press any one of the four channel switches to switch the HDS4.2 to the selected channel. If the HDS4.
Using the HDS4.2 with a Remote Control Remote operations of the HDS4.2 are accomplished through the use of just about any remote control. A remote control is not supplied with the HDS4.2, yet the versatile programming modes of the HDS4.2 allows the HDS4.2 to work with virtually any remote control. The next section "Programming your Remote Control" on page 6, describes how to setup your remote controller.
Programming your Remote Control Setting up your Universal Remote Control For remote control operations, the HDS4.2 requires either a Universal Remote control to be programmed as one of eight pre-programmed devices, or alternatively, the HDS4.2 can be taught to use most existing remote controls. The simplest way to begin using the HDS4.2, is to program your Universal Remote control to act like the remote used to control a Yamaha VCR. Once this is done you will be able to immediately start using your HDS4.2.
Using Different Remote Codes Using Alternate Component Keys on your Remote The HDS4.2 will also respond to alternate component key codes. Allowing you to use an unused TV, VCR, RCVR or one of the added AUX positions many remotes include. Setting up the HDS4.2 to respond to alternate component codes is a two step process. You must first program your universal remote control to behave as one of the alternate components. You must then teach the HDS4.2 to respond to the alternate component codes.
STEP 1 ZEKTOR 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 STEP 2 ZEKTOR STEP 3 ZEKTOR 1 Place the HDS4.2 in standby mode. This is the factory default mode on power up, and if it has not been changed, you can unplug the HDS4.2 and plug it back in and it will power up in standby mode (at this point only the power indicator light is lit and glowing RED). If the HDS4.2 does not power up in standby mode, follow the steps given in "Restoring the HDS4.2 to Factory Defaults" on page 14.
Learning New Remote Codes Teaching the HDS4.2 to use new remote control keys If your remote does not have one of the pre-programmed component codes, or you simply want to re-map the HDS4.2 functions to other keys on your remote, the HDS4.2 can be taught to use new keys. To teach the HDS4.2 to respond to new keys, you need to have the remote control(s) you want to use ready, and setup in the manner you want it to be used. STEP 1 ZEKTOR 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 STEP 2 ZEKTOR 1 Place the HDS4.
4 The Power indicator blinks slowly, and input 2 is selected. STEP 4 ZEKTOR 1 2 3 4 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 2 3 4 2 3 4 2 3 4 2 3 4 Press the key on your remote that you want to use as the new key for SELECTIN2. 1 BLINK 5 The Power indicator blinks slowly, and input 3 is selected. STEP 5 ZEKTOR 1 Press the key on your remote that you want to use as the new key for SELECTIN3. 1 BLINK 6 The Power indicator blinks slowly, and input 4 is selected.
12 After a pause, the Power indicator blinks 7 times, and repeats. STEP 12 ZEKTOR 1 2 3 4 2 3 4 Press the key on your remote that you want to use as the new key for POWEROFF. 7 BLINKS STEP 13 ZEKTOR 1 13 The HDS4.2 will return to the standby mode indicating a return to normal operations. The newly programmed codes will now operate your HDS4.2. Remote Control Learning Caveats Some component’s control codes will work better than others. We’ve designed the HDS4.
Bright / Dim / Auto-dimming Modes Setting the Display intensity modes of the HDS4.2 The front panel display of the HDS4.2 can be set to Bright, Dim or an Auto-dimming mode where the display brightens for 4 seconds after any function is selected and then auto-dims. Setting the mode is simply a matter of toggling between the three modes: • Bright Mode. When pressing the SETDIMMODE key to toggle to this state, the display will turn bright and remain that way. • Dim Mode.
Setting Power On Defaults The HDS4.2 power on default mode When toggling between Standby mode and PowerOn the HDS4.2 will remember all it’s current settings. After completely powering down the HDS4.2 (by unplugging the AC wall adapter), upon restoring power (by plugging the AC wall adapter back in), it will power up in a user settable default mode. This is useful in situations where the HDS4.2 is externally switched by a power strip.
Restoring the HDS4.2 to Factory Defaults Restoring the HDS4.2 to the factory defaults There are many ways to program the HDS4.2’s remote capabilities. Most learning modes require the HDS4.2 to be in standby mode before learning can begin. If the remote used to control the HDS4.2 were to be lost, and the HDS4.2 were programmed to power on during initial power up (as described in "Setting Power On Defaults" on page 13), there would be no way to reprogram the HDS4.2 to accept new remote control codes.
Typical Applications Example 1 Progressive Scan DVD Player Game Console with component video output and optical digital audio output with component video output and optical digital audio output Smaller 4:3 Ratio TV with component video inputs HDTV Cable with component video ouput, coaxial digital audio output and analog audio output 1 2 3 4 OUT1 OUT2 FPTV with component video inputs To AV Receiver/Amp with digital audio input In this component video application, the DVD player and the game con
Typical Applications (Cont.) Example 2 Progressive Scan DVD Player Game Console with component video output and optical digital audio output with component video output and optical digital audio output HDTV Cable with component video ouput, coaxial digital audio output and analog audio output 1 2 3 4 OUT1 OUT2 FPTV with component video inputs To AV Receiver/Amp with digital audio input This example is similar to previous example, with the difference being the exception of the smaller TV.
Typical Applications (Cont.) Example 3 Progressive Scan DVD Player Game Console with component video output and optical digital audio output with component video output and optical digital audio output HDTV Cable with component video ouput, coaxial digital audio output and analog audio output 1 2 3 4 OUT1 OUT2 RPTV with component video inputs To AV Receiver/Amp with digital audio input In this example a rear projection TV has taken the place of the front projector.
Warranty Information Warranty Policy ZEKTOR, LLC warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for one year from the original date of purchase. ZEKTOR, at its option, shall repair or replace the defective unit covered by this warranty. In order to keep this warranty in effect, the product must have been handled and used as prescribed in the instructions accompanying this warranty.
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