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HDMI HDBaseT Extender with Dual Output VE814A User Manual www.aten.com...
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VE814A User Manual EMC Information FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION INTERFERENCE STATEMENT: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
86-400-810-0-810 Japan 81-3-5615-5811 Korea 82-2-467-6789 North America 1-888-999-ATEN ext 4988 United Kingdom 44-8-4481-58923 User Notice All information, documentation, and specifications contained in this manual are subject to change without prior notification by the manufacturer. The manufacturer makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties as to merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose.
Read this manual thoroughly and follow the installation and operation procedures carefully to prevent any damage to the unit or any connected devices. ATEN regularly updates its product documentation for new features and fixes. For an up-to-date VE814A documentation, visit ......
VE814A User Manual Conventions This manual uses the following conventions: Indicates text that you should key in. Monospaced Indicates keys you should press. For example, [Enter] means to press the Enter key. If keys need to be chorded, they appear together in the same bracket with a plus sign between them: [Ctrl+Alt].
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Overview ATEN VE814A is an HDBaseT Video Extender that is capable of sending HDMI signals up to 100 m over a single Cat 5e/6/6a or ATEN 2L-2910 Cat 6 cable. Featuring dual synchronous outputs, the VE814A can transmit identical outputs to two remote displays and one display at the local side. This HDCP 2.2-compliant extender meets the HDMI Specification, including 3D,...
Chapter 1. Introduction Features Extends HDMI signals to one local and two remote displays up to 100 m over a single Cat 5e/6/6a or ATEN 2L-2910 Cat 6 cable HDMI (3D, Deep Color, 4K); HDCP 2.2 compatible Superior video quality...
1.8 m VE814AT to VE814AR Cat 5e/6/6a 100 m* 2L-2910 VE814AR to the display HDMI Note: The maximum transmission distance using a Cat 5e/6/6a or an ATEN 2L-2910 cable can go up to 150 m when Long Reach mode is enabled.
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Chapter 2 Hardware Setup 1. Please review the safety information regarding the placement of this device in Safety Instructions, page 15. 2. Do not power on the VE814A until all the necessary hardware is connected. Components VE814AT Front View No. Component Description RS-232 Port Connects to a computer or control system.
Mode to transmit HDMI signals up to 150m, at 1080p. For details, see Long Reach Mode, page 13. Firmware Upgrade Switch This function is reserved for ATEN Technical Support. If you would like to do a firmware upgrade yourself, please contact your dealer.
Mode to transmit HDMI signals up to 150m, at 1080p. For details, see Long Reach Mode, page 13. Firmware Upgrade Switch This function is reserved for ATEN Technical Support. If you would like to do a firmware upgrade yourself, please contact your dealer.
The connection between the VE814AT and VE814AR is stable HDMI 1 Out LED Lights green The HDMI out signals are stable. (VE814AR) HDMI 2 Out LED Lights green The HDMI out signals are stable. (VE814AR) Blinks green The VE814AR is being upgraded for firmware.
Mounting the VE814A Unit Wall Mount Secure or hang the VE814A unit to the wall using the built-in mounting brackets. Rack Mount Use the VE-RMK1U Rack Mount Kit to rack-mount the VE814A. For more information about this accessory, go to www.aten.com/download...
4. Plug the Power Adapter Cables into the Power Jack on the VE814AT and VE814AR. 5. (Optional) To send RS-232 serial commands, connect a computer or control system to the RS-232 Port on the VE814AT or VE814AR.
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6. (Optional) For IR control, depending on your preferred location of control, connect the IR Transmitter to the IR Out port at the VE814AT or VE814AR, and then connect the IR Receiver to the IR In port at the corresponding VE814AR or VE814AT.
Chapter 2. Hardware Setup RS-232 Channel Transmission You can manage the VE814A via RS-232 serial devices, such as computers or bar code scanners. The RS-232 signal transmission flow can be illustrated as follows: PIN Configuration (Captive Screw Connectors) Cat 5e/6 Serial Device HDBT...
150 m while compromising the maximum frame rate to 1080p, 60 Hz, 24 bpp. To enable the Long Reach Mode, make sure to do the following: Use a Cat 5e/6/6a or ATEN 2L-2910 cable to connect the VE814AT and the VE814AR Put the HDBaseT Long Reach Mode Switch to ON at either the VE814A transmitter or the VE814A receiver.
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Appendix Safety Instructions General This product is for indoor use only. Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device. Do not place the device on any unstable surface (cart, stand, table, etc.). If the device falls, serious damage will result.
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Appendix Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord or cables. Route the power cord and cables so that they cannot be stepped on or tripped over. If an extension cord is used with this device make sure that the total of the ampere ratings of all products used on this cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating.
VE814A User Manual Rack Mounting Before working on the rack, make sure that the stabilizers are secured to the rack, extended to the floor, and that the full weight of the rack rests on the floor. Install front and side stabilizers on a single rack or front stabilizers for joined multiple racks before working on the rack.
Support Documentation Software Updates Telephone Support 1-888-999-ATEN ext 4988 When you contact us, please have the following information ready beforehand: Product model number, serial number, and date of purchase Your computer configuration, including operating system, revision level, expansion cards, and software...
HDMI (3D, Deep Color, 4K) HDCP Compatible Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) Max. Resolutions / Up to 4K@70m (Cat 5e/6) / 100m (Cat 6a/ATEN 2L-2910 Cat 6); Distances Up to 1080p@100m (Cat 5e/6/6a) 4K supported: 4096 x 2160 / 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz (4:2:0);...
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Appendix Function VE814AR VE814AT Power Connectors 1 x DC Jack (Black) with locking Consumption DC 5V, 7.9W DC 5V, 5.1W Environmental Operating Temperature 0 - 40°C Storage Temperature -20 - 60°C Humidity 0 x 80% RH, Non-Condensing Physical Properties Housing...
ATEN will provide a repair service, without charge, during the Warranty Period. If a product is detective, ATEN will, at its discretion, have the option to (1) repair said product with new or repaired components, or (2) replace the entire product with an identical product or with a similar product which fulfills the same function as the defective product.
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