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FCC and IC RFI Statements/NOM Statement FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION AND INDUSTRY CANADA 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 inter ference to radio communication. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference...
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NOM Statement 5. El aparato eléctrico no deberá ser usado cerca del agua — por ejemplo, cerca de la tina de baño, lavabo, sótano mojado o cerca de una alberca, etc. 6. El aparato eléctrico debe ser usado únicamente con carritos o pedestales que sean recomendados por el fabricante.
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NOM Statement 18. Servicio por personal calificado deberá ser provisto cuando: A: El cable de poder o el contacto ha sido dañado; u B: Objectos han caído o líquido ha sido derramado dentro del aparato; o C: El aparato ha sido expuesto a la lluvia; o D: El aparato parece no operar normalmente o muestra un cambio en su desempeño;...
Safety Instructions Safety Instructions The splitters have been tested for conformance to safety regulations and requirements, and have been certified for international use. However, like all electronic equipment, the splitters should be used with care. Please read and follow the safety instructions to protect yourself from possible injury and to minimize the risk of damage to the unit.
Chapter 2: Overview 2. Overview 2.1 Introduction The Dual Link DVI Splitter (VSP-DLDVI1X2 or VSP-DLDVI1X4) transmits super-high-definition graphics to 2 or 4 different locations without losing quality. It can also function as a typical single link 4-port DVI splitter. Use the splitter for CAD, post production, broadcast, or control room applications.
Chapter 2: Overview 2.4 Hardware Description 2.4.1 VSP-DLDVI1X2 The front panel of the splitter is blank metal. Figure 2-1 shows the back panel. Table 2-1 describes its components. Figure 2-1. VSP-DLDVI1X2 back panel. Table 2-1. VSP-DLDVI1X2 components. Number Component Description Dual-Link DVI IN connector Links to DVI input source.
Chapter 2: Overview 2.4.2 VSP-DLDVI1X4 The front panel of the VSP-DLDVI1X4 splitter is blank metal. Figure 2-2 shows the back panel. Table 2-2 describes its components. 7 8 9 Figure 2-2. VSP-DLDVI1X4 back panel. Table 2-2. VSP-DLDVI1X4 components. Number Component Description Dual-Link DVI OUT connector DVI output 1.
ON (DOWN) OFF (UP) Reserved mode. NOTE: For the VSP-DLDVI1X2 unit, only DVI output 2 can be used to learn EDID. For the VSP-DLDVI1X4 unit, only DVI output 4 can be used to learn EDID. 3.2 EDID Learning Follow these steps to identify the output display.
5. Power on the DVI monitors. 6. Power on the DVI source. DVI cable Laptop with DVI output VSP-DLDVI1X2 DVI cable DVI cable Display with DVI input Display with DVI input Figure 4-1. VSP-DLDVI1X2 installation diagram. 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 13...
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Chapter 4: Hardware Installation DVI cable Laptop with DVI output VSP-DLDVI1X4 DVI cables Displays with DVI input Displays with DVI input Figure 4-2. VSP-DLDVI1X4 installation diagram. 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com Page 14...
• Package it carefully. We recommend that you use the original container. • If you are returning the unit, make sure you include everything you received with it. Before you ship for return or repair, contact Black Box to get a Return Authorization (RA) number.
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