Smart Avi DVR 8X8 - Manual (Page 2)

Introduction Features What’s in the box?
Installation Diagram
DVI 8x8 Router Installation Diagram
Getting Started Hardware Installation 1. Connect a serial cable from the DVI Router 8x8 to the control computer. If you have installed the CD-ROM on a laptop, you can use a serial-to-USB adapter to make this connection. 2. Connect up to 8 computers containing your digital content to the “video in” ports of the DVI Router 8x8, using DVI male extension cables. 3. Connect up to 8 display monitors to the “video out” ports of the DVI Router 8x8, using DVI male extension cables. 4. Plug in the power cord to the DVI Router 8x8 and turn the device on. 5. Turn on all computers and monitors being used. Controlling the DVI Router 8x8 There are multiple ways to control the DVI Router 8x8. You can operate the router via: ‡)URQW3DQHO/&''LVSOD\,QSXW8VLQJ´/HDUQLQJ0RGHµ
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