ATEN VS482 User Manual

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VS482 User Manual2Features Allows up to four HDMI sources to be connected to two HDMI displays  Easy and affordable way to add four HDMI inputs to y

1. Introduction3 Supports multi-channel audio 2/5.1/ 7.1 Power On Detection – if the active HDMI input source device is powered off (LED is off), th

VS482 User Manual4RequirementsThe following equipment is required for a complete VS482 installation:Source Device HDMI Type A output connector(s)Note

1. Introduction5ComponentsFront ViewNo. Component Description1 Port LEDs The SELECTED port’s LED (bottom, green) lights up to indicate that the port i

VS482 User Manual6Rear ViewNo. Component Description1 Grounding Terminal The grounding wire (used to ground the unit) attaches here.Note: The groundin

1. Introduction7IR Remote ControlNo. Component Description1 Up / Down / Left / Right ButtonsPress the Up / Down / Left / Right button to cycle through

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9Chapter 2Hardware SetupRack MountingFor convenience and flexibility, the VS482 can be mounted on system racks. To rack mount a unit do the following:

VS482 User Manual102. Screw the bracket into any convenient location on the rack.Note: These screws are not provided. We recommend that you use M5 x 1

2. Hardware Setup11InstallationInstallation of the VS482 is simply a matter of plugging in the appropriate cables.To install the switch, refer to the

VS482 User ManualiiFCC InformationThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15

VS482 User Manual12Installing the RS-232 ControllerIn order to use the RS-232 serial interface to attach a high-end controller (such as a PC) to the V

13Chapter 3OperationOverviewThe 4-Port Dual View HDMI Switch offers easy and flexible source device selection with either the front panel pushbuttons,

VS482 User Manual14Power On DetectionThe Power On Detection feature enables the VS482 to do the following: It automatically switches to the next port

3. Operation15Audio Return Channel (ARC)Audio Return Channel (ARC) allows an HDMI source device that receives content via air waves (such as a TV or S

VS482 User Manual16Enabling ARCWith ARC enabled, the TV can act as the HDMI source and send audio “upstream” to the AVR or speakers connected to the H

3. Operation17RS-232 Serial InterfaceThe VS482’s built-in bi-directional RS-232 serial interface allows system control through a high-end controller,

VS482 User Manual18The following tables show the possible values and formats for the Input command, Port Number and Control: Note: 1. Each command s

3. Operation19Mute CommandsEnable or disable audio coming from the output HDMI port using the following command:Mute Command + Control [Enter] The fol

VS482 User Manual20ARC CommandsAudio Return Channel (ARC) allows a source device (TV, STB, etc.) to send audio “upstream” to an audio/video receiver u

3. Operation21EDID CommandsExtended Display Identification Information (EDID) is a data format that contains a display's basic information and is

VS482 User ManualiiiUser InformationOnline RegistrationBe sure to register your product at our online support center:Telephone SupportFor telephone su

VS482 User Manual22CEC CommandsConsumer Electronics Control (CEC) allows interconnected HDMI devices to communicate and respond to one remote control.

3. Operation23Power On Detection (POD)The Power On Detection feature is turned on by default.The formula for Power On Detection commands is as follows

VS482 User Manual24VerificationAfter entering a command, a verification message appears at the end of the command line as follows: Command OK - indic

3. Operation25OSD MenuUse the MENU pushbutton on the remote control to view the OSD menu and cycle through the options in the order shown in the table

VS482 User Manual26Input Setting MenuUse this screen to select the video source device(s) for the HDMI input port(s).1. Use the drop-down menu to sele

3. Operation27Audio SettingUse this screen to configure the VS482 audio settings.1. Use the drop-down menu to Enable or Disable ARC on the VS482. See

VS482 User Manual28OSD SettingUse this screen to configure the VS482 OSD settings.1. Use the drop-down menu to select which display mode the VS482 use

3. Operation29System SettingUse this screen to configure the VS482 system settings.1. Use the drop-down menu to set up which EDID mode the VS482 uses.

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31AppendixSafety InstructionsGeneral Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on

VS482 User ManualivPackage ContentsThe VS482 4-Port Dual View HDMI Switch package consists of: 1 VS482 4-Port Dual View HDMI Switch 1 IR Remote Con

VS482 User Manual32 Never push objects of any kind into or through cabinet slots. They may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts resultin

Appendix33Rack Mounting Before working on the rack, make sure that the stabilizers are secured to the rack, extended to the floor, and that the full

VS482 User Manual34Technical SupportInternational For online technical support – including troubleshooting, documentation, and software updates: http

Appendix35SpecificationsFunction VS482Display Connections 2Connectors Device HDMI In 4 x HDMI Type A Female (Black)Display HDMI Out 2 x HDMI Type A F

VS482 User Manual36Limited WarrantyIN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR'S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT FROM DIRECT, INDIRECT, S

VS482 User ManualvContentsFCC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iiSJ/T 11364-2006.

VS482 User ManualviPower On Detection (POD). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Verification . . . . . . . . . . . . .

VS482 User ManualviiAbout this ManualThis User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your VS482 system. It covers all aspects of installati

VS482 User ManualviiiConventionsThis manual uses the following conventions:Product InformationFor information about all ATEN products and how they can

1Chapter 1IntroductionOverviewWith more and more HDMI devices entering the Home Theater market, the need for simultaneous access to different HDMI sou