User manual SNAKEBYTE PREMIUM HDMI SELECTOR

[. . . ] Keep your snakebyte HDMI Selector away from liquids and liquid containers such as vases, bottles, hot baths, jacuzzi tubs, etc. Besides the mortal danger, any damage occurring from liquids invalidates the warranty. 2 INTRODUCTION Thank you very much!Congratulations for purchasing the snakebyte HDMI Selector. We really appreciate your trust in our fine products. [. . . ] S/P-DIF/Toslink inputs: Connect your signal sources here via optical cable for digital sound reproduction (only necessary when the HDMI selector is used with DVI cables) 3. HDMI output: Connect your HDMI receiver (HDTV, Beamer, AV receiver) here using the included HDMI cable. S/P-DIF/Toslink output: Connect your amplifier or AV receiver here for reproduction of digital sound 5. Power supply Annotations for use with signal sources featuring DVI exclusively: To operate DVI gear with the snakebyte HDMI Selector please use either a customary DVI/HDMI adaptor (available in stores) in combination with standard HDMI cables, or DVI - HDMI cables. DVI (Digital Video Interface) is basically compatible with HDMI ­ only basically because it does not transport digital audio. Therefore, please use the corresponding optical ports of the HDMI Selector (applies to signal sources as well as play back devices). Channel +/ - Buttons (functionally identical with button no. Equalizer +/- Buttons (functionally identical with button no. Battery protector sheet (remove plastic sheet after purchase to activate the remote control) Security advices for placement and connection · Place the HDMI Selector onto a stable and even surface. Ideally close-by your play back device countervailing long cable distances. · Avoid contact with any liquids as this may lead to short-circuit and further damage. Keep the HDMI Selector away from vases, open bottles, buckets, etc. · The same counts for burning objects such as candles, cigarettes, ashtrays, etc. Fire, heat and wax may damage the Selector. · Although the snakebyte HDMI Selector does not emit high operating temperatures, please make 6 · · · · · sure that the device is aerated to prevent heat accumulation (e. g. Make sure that the device is not exposed to direct sunlight. Always keep it in a safe distance from heat sources, e. g. All connected cables should be strain-relieved. Strained cables may damage sockets and/or plugs. To clean the snakebyte HDMI Selector, use a soft cloth or a static duster. Always unplug the power supply before cleaning. In case of extraordinary thermal fluctuation, e. g. [. . . ] Sometimes even a fairly short HDMI cable may lead to interferences and drop outs ­ if it is rather cheap and of poor quality. To achieve optimal sound quality, use high-quality HDMI cables such as the one included in delivery. Make sure that your AV receiver (if you use one) is set up correctly. Please refer to your AV receiver's manual for further information and troubleshooting. [. . . ]