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.
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Overview The ATEN VM0404HA, a 4x4 4K HDMI Matrix Switch supports up to 4K resolutions, including UHD (3840 x 2160) and DCI (4096 x 2160), and refresh rates of 30 Hz (4:4:4) and 60 Hz (4:2:0). Ready for future high-...
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HDMI (3D, Deep Color, 4K) and HDCP 1.4 compatible Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) allows interconnected HDMI devices to communicate and respond to a single remote control Supports ATEN LockPro™ HDMI cable lock for securing HDMI cables ESD protection for HDMI ports...
Contact your dealer to purchase the correct cable sets. 2. If you wish to utilize the VM0404HA’s high-end serial controller function, you will need to purchase an appropriate RS-232 cable. See Installing the RS-232 Controller, page 13.
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Input These pushbuttons refer to the HDMI Input ports Pushbuttons found on the VM0404HA rear panel. Press to select the Input port and display the connected Output ports which are indicated by the Orange LED lights. When an Input pushbutton is pressed you can press one or multiple Output pushbuttons to connect them to the selected input source.
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VM0404HA Rear View Component Function Grounding The grounding wire attaches here. See Grounding, Terminal page 11, for further details. Power Switch This is a standard rocker switch that powers the unit on and off. Power Jack This is the DC power jack. The power cord from a power source plugs in here.
IR Remote Control Component Function Power ON/OFF Use the ON and OFF pushbuttons to turn the Output displays on or off – by individual port, or all ports. See IR Remote Selection, page 16 for details. Output Press Output pushbuttons 1–4 to select the display Pushbuttons you want to configure, then within 2 seconds press the Input pushbutton 1–4 to select the source for the...
HDMI Out ports on the rear of the VM0404HA. 4. Use HDMI cables to connect the HDMI Out ports on the source device(s) to the HDMI In ports on the VM0404HA. Four HDMI In ports are located on the rear of the switch.
Installing the RS-232 Controller In order to use the RS-232 serial interface to attach a high-end controller (such as a PC) to the VM0404HA, use an appropriate serial cable (such as a modem cable). The end connecting to the VM0404HA should have a 9-pin male connector.
Keyboard Power On function. The VM0404HA can be mounted in a 19” (1U) system rack. For the most convenient front panel pushbutton configuration and operation at the local site, mount the unit at the front of the rack, as follows: 1.
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3. Screw the mounting brackets to the rack. - 15 -...
VM0404HA via the front panel pushbuttons and IR remote control. Note: Before using the IR remote control, make sure you have plugged the IR External Receiver into the VM0404HA and place the device where IR signals can be received. To remotely operate the system, see RS-232 Serial Interface, page 20 for details.
Assigning Sources To assign a source by first selecting the display(s), follow the steps below. 1. On the device panel or the IR remote control, press one or multiple Output pushbuttons (1–4) to select the display(s) to which you wish to assign a particular source.
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Power on/off Individual Displays 1. On the IR remote control, press the Output pushbutton (1–4) you want to power on/off. 2. Within 2 seconds, press the ON or OFF pushbutton. Note: If the ON or OFF pushbutton is not pressed within 2 seconds, the output you selected in step 1 loses effect and all the displays will be powered on/off as you pressed the pushbutton.
2. Save and unzip the VM0404HA_upgrade_tool.exe (upgrade file) to your computer. 3. Connect the computer to the VM0404HA’s Micro USB port via a USB cable. 4. Power on the VM0404HA. 5. After a few seconds, double click the VM0404HA_upgrade_tool.exe file to start the firmware upgrade process, and a window appears: 6.
RS-232 Serial Interface The VM0404HA’s built-in bi-directional RS-232 serial interface allows system control through a high-end controller, PC, and/or home automation / home theater software package. Configuring the Serial Port The controller’s serial port should be configured as follows: Baud Rate...
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Output Command Description Output command Output Port Number Description 01-04 port (default is 01) All output ports Control Description Turn on Turn off Next port Previous port Note: 1. Each command string can be separated with a space. 2. The Port Number command string can be skipped, and the default value will be used.
EDID Echo Commands If the Echo feature is enabled: for each action from the front panel (pushbuttons) or IR interface, the VM0404HA sends a corresponding acknowledgment message to the attached controller or management device via the RS-232 port.
CEC Commands Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) allows interconnected HDMI devices to communicate and respond to one remote control. The formula for CEC mode selection commands is as follows: CEC Command + Output Command + Port Number + Control (Off / On) [Enter] For example, to enable CEC function on output port 1, type the following: cec o01 on [enter] The following tables show the possible values for commands:...
Panel Button Control Commands The formula for Panel Button commands is as follows: Panel Button Command + Control + [Enter] For example, to enable the front panel pushbuttons, type the following: button on [Enter] The following tables show the possible values for commands: Command Description button...
Extended Display Identification Data (EDID) is a data format that contains a display's basic information and is used to communicate with the video source/system. You can set which EDID mode the VM0404HA uses with the following command: EDID Command + Control + [Enter]...
Safety Instructions General Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device. This product is for indoor use only. Do not place the device on any unstable surface (cart, stand, table, etc.).
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Never push objects of any kind into or through cabinet slots. They may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts resulting in a risk of fire or electrical shock. Do not attempt to service the device yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
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Make sure that all equipment used on the rack – including power strips and other electrical connectors – is properly grounded. Ensure that proper airflow is provided to devices in the rack. Ensure that the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment does not exceed the maximum ambient temperature specified for the equipment by the manufacturer.
Specifications Video Input Interface 4 x HDMI Type A Female (Black) Impedance 100 Ώ Max Distance 1.8 m Video Output Interface 4 x HDMI Type A Female (Black) Impedance 100 Ώ Max Distance 15 m Video Max Data Rate 10.2 Gbps (3.4 Gbps Per Lane) Max Pixel Clock 340 MHz Compliance...
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EDID Settings EDID Modes: Default / Port1 / Remix Power Connectors 1 x DC Jack (Black) Consumption 5 VDC, 10.58 W Environmental Operating Temperature 0 - 40° C Storage Temperature -20 - 60° C Humidity 0 - 80% RH, Non-Condensing Physical Properties Housing Metal...
What is covered by the Limited Hardware Warranty 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.