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- Page 1 4-Port Dual View HDMI Switch VS482 User Manual www.aten.com...
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Page 2: Fcc Information
VS482 User Manual FCC Information Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital service, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. -
Page 3: User Information
VS482 User Manual User Information Online Registration Be sure to register your product at our online support center: International http://eservice.aten.com Telephone Support For telephone support, call this number: International 886-2-8692-6959 China 86-10-5255-0110 Japan 81-3-5615-5811 Korea 82-2-467-6789 North America 1-888-999-ATEN ext 4988... -
Page 4: Package Contents
© Copyright 2011–2014 ATEN® International Co., Ltd. Manual Part No. PAPE-0347-AT2G Manual Date: 2014-05-22 ATEN and the ATEN logo are registered trademarks of ATEN International Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. All other brand names and trademarks are the registered property of their respective owners. -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
VS482 User Manual Contents FCC Information ..........ii User Information . - Page 6 VS482 User Manual ARC Commands ......... 23 Echo .
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Page 7: About This Manual
VS482 User Manual About this Manual This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your VS482 system. It covers all aspects of installation, configuration and operation. An overview of the information found in the manual is provided below. -
Page 8: Conventions
For information about all ATEN products and how they can help you connect without limits, visit ATEN on the Web or contact an ATEN Authorized Reseller. Visit ATEN on the Web for a list of locations and telephone numbers: International http://www.aten.com... -
Page 9: Introduction
(ARC) functionality. The VS482 also offers fast switching and has OSD display controls for video, audio, system configuration and information. With four HDMI input ports, the VS482 allows you to connect four HDMI devices (such as an HD camcorder, satellite box, HD-DVD player, hi-def Blu- ray player, home theater PC, stand-alone streaming media player, or gaming console) to two HDMI monitors, displays, projectors or TVs at the same time. -
Page 10: Features
VS482 User Manual Features Allows up to four HDMI sources to be connected to two HDMI displays Easy and affordable way to add four HDMI inputs to your home theater system HDCP 1.2 compatible Supports HDMI (3D, Audio Return Channel and deep color) Audio Return Channel (ARC) function –... -
Page 11: Requirements
Contact your dealer to purchase the correct cable sets. 2. If you wish to utilize the VS482’s high-end serial controller function, you will also need to purchase an appropriate RS-232 cable. -
Page 12: Components
VS482 User Manual Components Front View Component Description Port LEDs The SELECTED port’s LED (bottom, green) lights up to indicate that the port is selected. ARC LED The LED (blue) lights up when the ARC function is enabled. Power Pushbutton Press this button to turn on / off the switch. -
Page 13: Rear View
Chapter 1. Introduction Rear View Component Description Grounding Terminal The grounding wire (used to ground the unit) attaches here. Note: The grounding wire is not included in this package. Contact your dealer for more information. Power Jack The power adapter cable plugs in here. IR Extender Port Connect the IR Extender to this port. -
Page 14: Ir Remote Control
VS482 User Manual IR Remote Control Component Description Up / Down / Left / Press the Up / Down / Left / Right button to cycle Right Buttons through the OSD menu/selection. Setup Press this to confirm the selection on the OSD screen. -
Page 15: Hardware Setup
3. Make sure that all devices you will be installing are properly grounded. Rack Mounting For convenience and flexibility, the VS482 can be mounted on system racks. To rack mount a unit do the following: 1. Using the screws provided in the Mounting Kit, screw the mounting... -
Page 16: Grounding
To prevent damage to your installation it is important that all devices are properly grounded. 1. Use a grounding wire to ground the VS482 by connecting one end of the wire to the grounding terminal, and the other end of the wire to a suitable grounded object. -
Page 17: Installation
Chapter 2. Hardware Setup Installation Installation of the VS482 is simply a matter of plugging in the appropriate cables. To install the switch, refer to the installation diagram below as you perform the following steps: 1. Use an HDMI cable to connect the HDMI input port on the video display device to the HDMI output port on the rear of the VS482. -
Page 18: 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 VS482, use a serial cable such as a modem cable. The end connecting to the VS482 should have a 9-pin male connector. Connect this to the serial interface on the rear of the VS482. -
Page 19: Operation
RS-232 serial interface. Note: 1. Whenever the VS482 is powered on and there is no video input source connected, it automatically selects Port 1 as the active port (i.e., the Port 1 LED lights up). -
Page 20: Switch Mode
VS482 User Manual Switch Mode You can choose how the VS482 behaves when a new input source is connected. There are three Switch Modes as follows: Default – The switch behaves normally without automatic switching operation. Next – Switch priority is placed on the next port that has a new source connected to it (default). -
Page 21: Audio Return Channel (Arc)
“upstream” to your HDMI display devices using only one HDMI cable. Initial Setup The VS482 supports dual HDMI output for dual view, such as two HDTV or audio/video receiver (AVR) applications, as shown in the following diagram. HDMI Sources... -
Page 22: Enabling Arc
ARC feature is enabled or disabled. See ARC Commands, page 23 for more information. In the following diagram, audio from the TV goes to the VS482 through the ARC Input port, and is then passed on to the AVR via the HDMI cable or the audio devices connected to the HDMI output ports. -
Page 23: Rs-232 Serial Interface
Stop Bits Flow Control None Standby/Power Commands The Standby/Power feature enables the VS482 to enter power saving mode. The formula for Standby/Power commands is as follows: Standby + Control command [Enter] For example, to disable the Standby/Power feature, input the following:... -
Page 24: Switch Port Commands
VS482 User Manual Switch Port Commands These actions can also be performed by keying the command into the text box, and clicking Send. The formula for Switch commands is as follows: Switch Command + Input Command + Port number [Enter] 1. - Page 25 Chapter 3. Operation The following table shows the available command list: Command Input Port Control Enter Description [Enter] Switch Input Port [Enter] Turn on (Display out) [Enter] Turn off (No output) [Enter] Switch to the next input [Enter] Switch to the previous input Note: 1.
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Page 26: Switch Mode Commands
See Switch Mode, page 12 for more information about the Switch Mode feature. In addition, the Go To function enables the VS482 to switch to the next port with a powered on source device when the current input source is off. - Page 27 Chapter 3. Operation The following tables show the possible values and formats for the Input command, Port Number and Control: Command Description swmode Switch Mode command Input Command Description Input command Port number Description 01-04 port (default is 01) Control Description default No automatic switching...
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Page 28: Edid Commands
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 up which EDID mode the VS482 uses with the following command: EDID Command + Control (port1 / auto / default) [Enter]... -
Page 29: Cec Commands
Chapter 3. Operation 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 + Control (Off / Auto / Port1) [Enter] For example, to use the Port1 CEC setting, type the following: cec port1 [enter] The following tables show the possible values and formats for the Control... -
Page 30: Mute Commands
VS482 User Manual Mute Commands Enable or disable audio coming from the output port(s) using the following command: Mute Command + Control (On / Off) [Enter] For example, to mute the audio, type the following: mute on [enter] The following tables show the possible values and formats for the Control... -
Page 31: Arc Commands
Chapter 3. Operation ARC Commands Audio Return Channel (ARC) allows a source device (TV, STB, etc.) to send audio “upstream” to an audio/video receiver using only one HDMI cable. The formula for enabling/disabling ARC is as follows: ARC Command + Control (On / Off) [Enter] For example, to enable ARC, type the following: arc on [enter] The following tables show the possible values and formats for the Control... -
Page 32: Echo
VS482 User Manual Echo The Echo function lets the VS482 perform front panel and IR control operations, but not commands received through the RS-232 interface. The formula for the Echo command is as follows: Echo Command + Control (on/off) + [Enter]... -
Page 33: Baud Rate Setting
Chapter 3. Operation Baud Rate Setting You can select the RS-232 Baud Rate you want the VS482 to use. Options are 9600, 19200 (default) 38400 and 115200. The formula for Baud Rate setting command is as follows: Baud Command + Control [Enter]... -
Page 34: Verification
Command incorrect - indicates that the command has the wrong format and/or values. Powering Off and Restarting If you power off the VS482, follows these steps before powering it on again: 1. Power off the attached devices. 2. Unplug the power adapter cable from the VS482. -
Page 35: Osd Menu
On / Off Version Version Number Note: 1. The highlighted texts indicate the VS482’s default setting. 2. The OSD function is disabled while 3D content is being displayed. Switch to 2D content or a different input port to enable the OSD. -
Page 36: Input Setting Menu
VS482 User Manual Input Setting Menu Use this screen to select the video source device(s) for the HDMI input port(s). 1. Use the drop-down menu to select a video source device for HDMI 1 input port. Options are as follows. -
Page 37: Audio Setting
Audio Setting Use this screen to configure the VS482 audio settings. 1. Use the drop-down menu to Enable or Disable ARC on the VS482. See Audio Return Channel (ARC), page 13 for more details on this feature. 2. Use the drop-down menu to select which audio channel receiver the VS482 uses. -
Page 38: Osd Setting
VS482 User Manual OSD Setting Use this screen to configure the VS482 OSD settings. 1. Use the drop-down menu to select which display mode the VS482 uses to display information in the upper left corner of the screen. Options are as follows. -
Page 39: System Setting
2. Use the drop-down menu to select how the video source’s CEC is applied. See Verification, page 26 for more details. 3. Set this to On to have the VS482 return to default settings when it is reset. Otherwise, select Off. - Page 40 VS482 User Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank...
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Page 41: The Firmware Upgrade Utility
Introduction The purpose of the Windows-based Firmware Upgrade Utility is to provide an easy process for upgrading the VS482. The program comes as part of a Firmware Upgrade Package that is specific for each device. As new firmware versions become available, new firmware upgrade packages are posted on our website. -
Page 42: Preparation
To prepare for the firmware upgrade, do the following: 1. Use an RS-232 cable to connect a COM port on your computer to the RS- 232 Serial Port of your VS482. 2. Unplug the VS482’s power adapter. 3. Hold-down front panel pushbutton 1 and plug the power adapter into the VS482 to power the unit. -
Page 43: Starting The Upgrade
Chapter 4. The Firmware Upgrade Utility Starting the Upgrade To upgrade the firmware: 1. Run the downloaded firmware upgrade package file either by double- clicking the file icon, or by opening a command line and entering the full path to it. The Firmware Upgrade Utility welcome screen appears: Note: The screens shown in this section are for reference only. - Page 44 VS482 User Manual (Continued from previous page.) 3. Click Next to continue. The Firmware Upgrade Utility main screen appears. The devices capable of being upgraded are listed in the Device List panel: 4. Click Next to perform the upgrade. The Port LEDs 1, 3, and 4 will flash while the upgrade is in process.
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Page 45: Upgrade Succeeded
Chapter 4. The Firmware Upgrade Utility Upgrade Succeeded After the upgrade has completed, all port LEDs will stop flashing and a screen appears to inform you that the procedure was successful: Click Finish to close the Firmware Upgrade Utility. Upgrade Failed If the Upgrade Succeeded screen doesn't appear, it means that the upgrade failed to complete successfully. -
Page 46: Firmware Upgrade Recovery
VS482 User Manual Firmware Upgrade Recovery There are three conditions that call for firmware upgrade recovery: When a firmware upgrade is manually aborted. When the mainboard firmware upgrade fails. When the I/O firmware upgrade fails. To perform a firmware upgrade recovery, do the following: 1. -
Page 47: Appendix
Appendix 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.). If the device falls, serious damage will result. - Page 48 VS482 User Manual 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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Page 49: Rack Mounting
Appendix 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. -
Page 50: Technical Support
VS482 User Manual Technical Support International For online technical support – including troubleshooting, documentation, and software updates: http://eservice.aten.com For telephone support, see Telephone Support, page iii: North America Email Support support@aten-usa.com Online Troubleshooting http://www.aten-usa.com/support Technical Documentation Support Software Updates Telephone Support... -
Page 51: Specifications
Appendix Specifications Function VS482 Display Connections Connectors Device HDMI In 4 x HDMI Type A Female (Black) Display HDMI Out 2 x HDMI Type A Female (Black) Optical Audio 1 x Toslink (Black) Coaxial Audio 1 x RCA (Orange) Stereo Audio... -
Page 52: Limited Warranty
VS482 User Manual Limited Warranty IN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR'S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT FROM DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, DISK, OR ITS DOCUMENTATION. The direct vendor makes no warranty or representation, expressed, implied, or statutory with respect to the contents or use of this documentation, and especially disclaims its quality, performance, merchantability, or fitness for any particular purpose.