Kinivo 501BN HDMI Switch
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1. HDMI Switch Automatic Input Selection When 501BN HDMI Switch is powered on for the first time it senses input ports automatically and switches to the input port source automatically in the sequence 1 gt 2 gt 3 It bypasses input ports without signal When a new device is turned on the switch automatically selects that input For example if you switch on your cable TV the HDMI switch will automatically switch to the cable TV Turn the currently selected device off and switch automatically selects the next higher numbered input that has an active signal 1 gt 2 gt 3 Note Some source devices stay in a stand by mode even when you think they are switched off and always maintain a connection with the switch This non compliant behavior does not allow the HDMI switch to perform its auto switching You can test this by looking at the HDMI switch LEDs after switching off your inputs Apple TV is one such non compliant device Please verify all your input devices by looking at their LEDs when they are powered off Powering off powering on the apple TV will not make any difference However powering off on other devices may allow auto switching You will be able to switch out of Apple TV to a newly powered cable box or a Blu ray player You can switch back to apple TV by powering off the cable box or the Blu ray player if the apple TV falls next in the sequence 1 gt 2 gt 3 You can approach support kinivo com if you need h2. Input indicator lights on its front panel When the switch senses audio video transmission on one of its HDMI Input ports the corresponding HDMI Input Indicator is illuminated in Red color When an HDMI Input is selected for use the corresponding HDMI Input Indicator is illuminated in Blue The HDMI Input Indicator is not lit when there is no input signal or no HDMI cable is connected Input Selection with the Front Panel Button To select an HDMI input press the SWITCH button on the front panel of the HDMI switch Each press of the button progresses to the next active HDMI INPUT Signal from the selected HDMI INPUT is sent to the OUTPUT port and its corresponding HDMI Input Indicator is illuminated in Blue Input Selection with the Remote Control The Up and Down buttons on the remote control have the same function as the SWITCH button on the front panel To select an HDMI input press the Up or Down button on the remote of the HDMI switch Pressing the Up button will move to the next active HDMI Input Pressing the Down button will move to the previous active HDMI Input Signal from the selected HDMI Input is sent to the Output port and its corresponding HDMI Input Indicator is illuminated in Blue There are also direct input selection buttons on the remote control Buttons 1 2 3 4 amp 5 Pressing each button selects the corresponding HDMI INPUT port no matter whether the port has active input signal or not Kinivo 501BN
3. KINIVO Kinivo 501BN HDMI Switch User Manual 2012 Kinivo LLC All rights reserved Kinivo is a trademark of Kinivo LLC Bluetooth word mark and the Bluetooth logo are registered trademarks of Bluetooth SIG All other trade names are registered trademarks of respective manufacturers This manual may not be copied in any media or form without the written consent of Kinivo LLC Kinivo Product Support Online http support kinivo com Email support kinivo com Table of Contents Important Safety InstructionsS ssosssssoossssoosesescocesssoeosesocoesssoocsesssoosessoosesescosessocessesoosesssososesssosssssse 3 TO 1 es CEO IA sa ssises caseccccsetneceususacstideonssbenaacsdesonuducdaenoandesteseeedacCianabevecoanabedasveceerddcuscapecdvasudoueadessannendveusansid 4 MEPS CeaMACIOND cssczssicecavesinccxaztedscaspscesesaisensscbaidcsnsceuasecsec tedacsausbunandsatecusddueecnacacessucacoadsssastoanacsnaeasuacieaseneaaened 4 Frontand Side Panel Controls er cee ence ene nner ern ee eee eee ree Ce ee ee ee ee er 4 Back and Side Panel Connectors 5 Remote Contolera E AEAEE AEO ELERES Terror ee arenes 6 Typical 01 s ainiiiaerosidstisteasieirerie aaraa rea aaa eakai inas aak sasiada ranra are aatan aat aia eeii kna 7 MEN TRS ANON n AE A EE AEN AEE AEE A EOR 8 SHCCHICAUIONNS lt csvsvsvichsvexsvcscssvasssvesdecebnukesessvacsuuuusbusaiisvtenshenuasyasbivessesudnunsseciuuednssdavaeievseusvualisavteseseaieriens 8 FAQ Frequently Asked Question
4. dicates Active Signal Path No LED indicates No Input Signal Specifications Supported resolution 1080p 1080i 720p 576i 480p 480i LPCM Dolby AC3 DTS7 1 DSD Dolby TrueHD DTS HD master Audio Supported audio format Kinivo 501BN HDMI Switch FAQ Frequently Asked Questions 1 3 What do I do if have a HDCP error HDCP errors are usually caused by syncing handshake problems Simply unplug all your devices from the switch Unplug switch from the power source Re Plug all your devices and restart the entire set up again This should help resolve the issue What do do if my switch is not working or there is no audio How do diagnose the issue Steps to diagnose the device Ensure all HDMI cables are completely inserted into the switch Lose connection can cause Issues Make sure that the HDMI cables are working Try a different HDMI cable to check if cable is the issue Ensure your input devices are powered on Test with just one input device to diagnose Check if the input device works directly with the TV This will also help verify the HDMI cable Try pressing the input number on the remote corresponding to where the input is connected What do I do if Automatic Switching is not working as advertised Refer to Automatic Input Selection section on page 6 to understand how auto switching works Kinivo 501BN HDMI Switch 10 Operation HDMI Input Indicators The 501BN Switch has five HDMI
5. does not extend to any product damaged by misuse natural disasters or any other circumstances beyond Kinivo s control The warranty does not cover or provide for the reimbursement or payment of incidental or consequential damage resulting from breach of the limited warranty described above Except for the limited warranty described above we offer no other warranties expressed or implied and other than limited warranty expressly contained herein we hereby disclaim any and all warranties including without limitation any implied warranties of merchantability suitability or fitness for a particular purpose If your product is not functioning or you have any concerns please contact Kinivo Support before returning the product Kinivo 501BN HDMI Switch is 14 Online Support Contact Us Please visit us at Support kinivo com or www kinivo com for support information downloads and how to s You may also reach us via email or live chat details below Kinivo Product Support Email support kinivo com Live chat http support kinivo com Kinivo 501BN HDMI Switch This page intentionally left blank KINIVO year limited hardware warranty Kinivo Product Support Made in china be et cease i S Online http support kinivo com CE FECA KA fac e Email support kinivo com Ne a E z ema DIS
6. elp in deciding the best assignment of ports As a first step you will need to test your input devices such as the cable box Blu ray player etc for the above mentioned non compliant behavior of keeping their HDMI port active in powered off state Kinivo 501BN HDMI Switch a bal 12 FCC Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in residential installations This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television equipment reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by One or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Move the equipment away from the receiver Plug the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio television technician for additional suggestions You are cautioned that any change or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by t
7. he party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate such equipment This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subjected to the following two conditions 1 2 This device may not cause harmful interference and This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation If the time arises to throw away your product please recycle all the components possible Batteries and rechargeable batteries are not to be disposed in your domestic waste Please recycle them at your local recycling point Together we can help to protect the environment Kinivo 501BN HDMI Switch Warranty 1 Year Limited Hardware Warranty Kinivo hereby warrants to the customer of record that this product is in good working condition and free from defects in material or workmanship under normal use for a duration of 1 year after the date of purchase The product has been tested to meet the highest quality standards in each testing category In the unlikely event that the product proves to be defective Kinivo will repair or replace the product free of charge If replacement is required and if Kinivo then no longer carries the same product then Kinivo reserves the right to substitute the product with a replacement product of like quality and size suitable for the intended use This warranty is limited to repair or replacement of the mentioned product only is non transferable and
8. it in a bookcase built in cabinet or in any other confined Space Ensure the unit is well ventilated To prevent risk of electric shock or fire hazard do not block the unit s ventilation openings Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators stoves heat registers etc Unplug during lightning storms or when unused for a long period of time Protect power cord from being pinched particularly near plug points Only use attachments accessories specified by manufacturer CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN Kinivo 501BN HDMI Switch Introduction The Kinivo HDMI switch enables up to five HDMI source devices Such as the DVD player cable box gaming console etc to be connected to a single HDMI input port on your HDTV or video projector It can be used to expand the number of HDMI ports on a single input HDMI equipped audio video receiver It is an easy convenient and inexpensive solution to expand your home theater setup Installation Front and Side Panel Controls Power ro O Output Input 1 Input 2 Input 3 Input 4 Input 5 1 Power Indicator 3 HDMI Output Indicator 2 IR Remote Sensor 4 to 8 HDMI Input Indicator Kinivo 501BN HDMI Switch Back and Side Panel Connectors 1 to 4 HDMI Inputs 5 Input located on the side panel beside the DC Power Jack Output HDMI Output Kinivo 501BN HDMI Switch Ka Input 5 Remote Control HDMI Input 5 DCPower Jack Func
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10. tioning 1 Directly select a specific HDMI Input by choosing 1 2 3 40r5 Press Up or Down buttons to select the previous or next input source Press the Memory button to get the switch to remember the active input source and select the input source port automatically when the switch restarts Kinivo 501BN HDMI Switch Typical Setup 1 Take an HDMI cable and plug one end into the HDMI input port on your HDTV or projector Plug the other end to the output port of the HDMI switch 2 Take another HDMI cable and plug one end into the HDMI Output port on your Gaming Console Plug the other end into the HDMI Input 1 port of the HDMI Switch 3 Repeat the above step to connect your Cable Box Digital Video Recorder DVR DVD Player etc Plug the DC 5V output plug of the power adapter into the DC IN jack of the HDMI Switch Shown under Side Panel Connector on Page 2 Plug the power adapter into an AC power outlet Your HDMI switch is now connected and ready for use HDMI Cable SS HDMI In SSS MH Output Input 1 Input 2 Input 3 Input 4 C G HDMI Cables Game Console LI GE S Cable Box or DVR DVD Player Note The remote control uses infrared light signal and requires direct line of sight to the IR Remote Sensor Please make sure that the IR Remote Sensor is not blocked Kinivo 501BN HDMI Switch LED Indication RED LED indicates Signal Not Selected BLUE LED in
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