VS291 - Switch ATEN - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	2-Port VGA Switch with Audio
Model	VS291
Brand	ATEN
Number of Inputs	2
Number of Outputs	1
Video Interface	VGA (DB-15)
Audio Interface	3.5mm Stereo Jack
Max Video Resolution	1920 x 1440 at 60 Hz
Bandwidth	250 MHz
Switch Type	Manual Push Button
Construction Material	Metal Chassis
Power Supply	Bus-powered (via VGA)
Dimensions (W x D x H)	13.5 x 7.2 x 3.5 cm
Weight	0.3 kg
Operating Temperature	0°C to 50°C
Storage Temperature	-20°C to 60°C
Humidity	0% to 80% Non-condensing
Mounting	Desktop
Included Accessories	VGA Cable, Audio Cable, User Manual
Warranty	2 Years

Frequently Asked Questions - VS291 ATEN

How do I switch between sources on the ATEN VS291?

Press the front panel push button to toggle between input 1 and input 2. The selected LED indicates which source is active.

Does the VS291 require external power?

No, the VS291 is bus-powered via the VGA connection. No external power adapter is needed.

What is the maximum resolution supported?

The maximum resolution is up to 1920x1440 at 60 Hz. It supports standard VGA resolutions.

Can I use the VS291 with audio?

Yes, the VS291 has 3.5mm stereo audio jacks for both inputs and output, allowing you to switch audio along with video.

Is the VS291 compatible with Mac and PC?

Yes, it is compatible with any device that has a standard VGA output and supports the resolutions, including PCs, Macs, and laptops.

How do I connect the audio?

Connect the audio source (e.g., computer) to the input audio jacks, and connect your speakers or monitor to the output audio jack. Audio switches with the video.

What cables are included with the VS291?

The package includes one VGA cable, one audio cable, and the user manual. Additional cables may be purchased separately.

Does the VS291 support EDID?

Yes, the VS291 maintains EDID communication between the connected devices and the display to ensure proper resolution detection.

Is the VS291 hot-swappable?

Yes, you can connect or disconnect sources without powering down the switch or the display.

What is the metal chassis for?

The metal chassis provides durability and helps shield against electromagnetic interference (EMI) for reliable signal transmission.

USER MANUAL VS291 ATEN

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the 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 a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television 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; Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver; Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected; Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

RoHS

This product is RoHS compliant.

SJ/T 11364-2006

The following contains information that relates to China.

You can register your product at our online support center:

• International – http://support.aten.com
• North America – http://www.aten-usa.com/product_registration

ONLINE SUPPORT

Online technical support is available to ATEN customers through our support center:

• International – http://support.aten.com
• North America – http://www.aten-usa.com/support.

Troubleshooting, Documentation (including online manuals), and Software Updates (firmware and drivers) are available at the ATEN website:

• International – http://www.aten.com
• North America – http://www.aten-usa.com

PACKAGE CONTENTS

The VS-291 / VS-491 2/4-Port Video Switch package contains the following items:

◆ 1 VS-291 / VS-491 2/4-Port Video Switch ◆ 1 DC 9V Power Adapter ◆ 1 User Manual*

Check to make sure that all the components are present and that nothing got damaged in shipping. If you encounter a problem, contact your dealer.

Read this manual thoroughly and follow the installation and operation procedures carefully to prevent any damage to the unit, and/or any of the devices connected to it.

* Features may have been added to the VS-291 / VS-491 since this manual was printed. Please visit our website to download the most up-to-date version of the manual.

Copyright © 2007 ATEN® International Co., Ltd.

Manual Part No. PAPE-1181-200G

Printing Date: 09/2007

ATEN and the ATEN logo are trademarks of ATEN International Co., Ltd. All rights

reserved. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

OVERVIEW

The VS-291 / VS-491 Video Switches are control units that allow you to conveniently display the video output of two (VS-291) or four (VS-491) separate computer systems on a single monitor, thereby eliminating the unnecessary expense of purchasing a separate monitor for each computer. The units use electronic switching technology, rather than mechanical switching, for greater reliability and durability.

The VS-291 / VS-491 also saves on the space that additional monitors take up, as well as the extra power costs, and eliminates the inconvenience and wasted effort involved in constantly moving around from one computer to another.

FEATURES

Electronic switching for greater reliability and durability ◆ Display the output of two (VS-291) or four (VS-491) computers on a single monitor - High resolution video – Up to 1920 x 1440; DDC; DDC2; DDC2B ◆ Supports VGA, SVGA, XGA and Multisync Monitors - Easy installation – No software required – No configuration necessary ◆ Computer selection via pushbutton switch

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

MONITORS

One VGA, SVGA, XGA, or Multisync compatible analog monitor, with a standard PC high-density cable with a standard HDB-15 male connector

COMPUTERS

The following equipment must be installed on each computer that is to be connected to the system:

One VGA, SVGA, XGA, or Multisync analog video card with a standard HDB-15 female connector per computer

CABLES

One video cable (with an HDB-15 male connector at each end) per computer

Note: 1. Video extender cables require a separate purchase. UL-2919 rated cable is recommended for the best video quality 2. This product is not suitable for CGA, EGA, or Monochrome type monitors using a digital video signal.

VS-491 FRONT VIEW

No.	Component Description
1	Port Selection Switch Press	this button to cycle the video focus among the computers.
1	Selected Port LEDs The nu	mbers correspond to the video ports on the back panel. A LED lights to indicate that its corresponding port is the one that has the video focus.

Note: The VS-291 Front View is similar to the VS-491, except that it only has two Selected Port LEDs.

VS-491 REAR VIEW

No.	Description Function
1	Monitor Port The monitor cable plugs in here.
2	Video Ports The video cables that connect to the computer video ports plug in here.
3	Power Jack The Power Adapter cable plugs in here.

Note: The VS-291 Rear View is similar to the VS-491, except it has only two Video Ports.

INSTALLATION

Make sure that all devices you will be installing are properly grounded.

Installation is simply a matter of plugging in cables. Refer to the diagrams as you follow the step-by-step directions below:

1. Plug the monitor cable into the unit's monitor port.
2. Plug one end of the video extender cable into any available video port on the unit's rear panel; plug the other end of the cable into the computer's video output port.
3. Plug the power adapter into an AC source; plug the adapter's power cable into the unit's Power Jack. Power on all equipment.

Function VS-291		VS-491
Connectors Output 1 x HDB-15 Female
LEDs (Selected Ports) 2 4
Port Selection 1 x Pushbutton
Video 1920 x 1440 @ 60Hz; DDC; DDC2; DDC2B
Cable Distance 10 m (30 ft)
Signal Type VGA; SVGA; XGA, Multisync
Power Consumption		DC 9V; 0.9W (max.)	DC 9V; 1.35W (max.)
Environment	Operating Temp.	0–50°C
	Storage Temp.	-20–60°C
	Humidity	0–80% RH, Non-condensing
Physical Properties	Housing	Plastic/Metal
	Weight	0.22 Kg
	Dimensions L x W x H	12.00 x 6.50 x 4.40 cm

LIMITED WARRANTY

IN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR'S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT FROM THE DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, DISK OR ITS DOCUMENTATION.

The direct vendor makes no warranty or representation, expressed, implied, or statutory with respect to the contents or use of this documentation, and specially disclaims its quality, performance, merchantability, or fitness for any particular purpose.

The direct vendor also reserves the right to revise or update the device or documentation without obligation to notify any individual or entity of such revisions, or update. For further inquiries please contact your direct vendor.