Smart Avi SmartCommander - Manual (Page 3)

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RS-232
CONTROL
RS-232
RS-232
CONTROL
DVI-D
Matrix Switch
SmartCommander Hub
DVI Displays
SmartCommander
Switches
CAT5
Introduction
The SmartCommander system brings the control of a matrix switch to remote workstations,
eliminating the need to control the switch locally. Each workstation is equipped with a simple switch
panel, allowing the user to select the desired output with the press of a button. The system also
allows for a master to control the switching functions, overriding the remote control if necessary. The
SmartCommander system can be used with any of SmartAVI’s RS-232 compliant matrix switches.
Installation
1. Turn off the Matrix Switch, computers and displays.
2. Connect the computers to the Matrix Switch using DVI cables.
3. Connect the Matrix Switch to the displays using DVI cables.
4. Connect the SmartCommander Hub to the Matrix Switch using an RS-232 serial cable.
5. Connect the SmartCommander Hub to the SmartCommander Switches using CAT5 cables.
6. Connect the power supply to the SmartCommander Hub and SmartCommander Switch.
7. Power on the displays, Matrix Switch and computers.
8. Use the front panel buttons on the SmartCommander Switch to select the desired input port.
9. Use an RS-232 serial connection to select the desired input port.