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FCC Information
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION INTERFERENCE STATEMENT: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. CE Warning: This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
RoHS
This product is RoHS compliant.
SJ/T 11364-2006
The following contains information that relates to China.
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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 86-400-810-0-810
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. Any of the manufacturer's software described in this manual is sold or licensed as is. Should the programs prove defective following their purchase, the buyer (and not the manufacturer, its distributor, or its dealer), assumes the entire cost of all necessary servicing, repair and any incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect in the software.
The manufacturer of this system is not responsible for any radio and/or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this device. It is the responsibility of the user to correct such interference.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any damage incurred in the operation of this system if the correct operational voltage setting was not selected prior to operation. PLEASE VERIFY THAT THE VOLTAGE SETTING IS CORRECT BEFORE USE.
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© Copyright 2017 ATEN® International Co., Ltd.
Manual Date: 2017-12-12
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.

Package Contents

Basic Package

The basic VB100 package consists of:
1 VB100 VGA Booster
1 Power Adapter
1 User Instructions*
Check to make sure that all the components are present and that nothing got damaged in shipping. If you encounter a problem, contact your dealer.
Read this manual thoroughly and follow the installation and operation procedures carefully to prevent any damage to the unit, and/or any of the devices connected to it.
* Features may have been added to the VB100 since this manual was
published. Please visit our website to download the most up-to-date version.
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Table of Contents

User Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii
Online Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii
Telephone Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii
User Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
Basic Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v
About this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi
Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii
Product Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii
1. Introduction
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Source Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Display Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Rear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
2. Hardware Setup
Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Appendix
Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
International . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
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About this Manual

This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your device. It covers all aspects of installation, and operation. An overview of the information found in the manual is provided below.
Chapter 1, Introduction, introduces you to the VB100 system. Its purpose, features and benefits are presented, and its front and back panel components are described.
Chapter 2, Hardware Setup, describes how to set up your installation. All necessary steps to prepare for operation are provided.
An Appendix, provides specifications and other technical information regarding the VB100.
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Conventions

This manual uses the following conventions:
Monospaced Indicates text that you should key in.
[ ] 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].
1. Numbered lists represent procedures with sequential steps.
♦ Bullet lists provide information, but do not involve sequential steps.
→ Indicates selecting the option (on a menu or dialog box, for
example), that comes next. For example, Start open the Start menu, and then select Run.
Indicates critical information.

Product Information

VB100 User Manual
→ Run means to
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
North America http://www.aten-usa.com
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Chapter 1
Introduction

Overview

The VB100 VGA Booster amplifies the VGA signal from a source device and transmits it to a display up to 70 meters away. The VGA booster extends the display distance without signal loss; to bring you a crystal clear video display at a longer distance. The VB100 is built with a compact housing design for easy installation and a manual gain control knob to improve image quality at different distances. The VB100 can be powered from the VGA source and has a built-in LED indicator for power. The VB100 supports hot-plugging and requires no software for installation, making it an easy, compact, and affordable solution to extend your VGA display.

Features

Long distance transmission – up to 70 m
Adjustable video compensation – manually adjust signal strength to
compensate for distance
Superior video quality – up to 1920x1200 (30 m); 1280x1024 (70 m)
Supports VGA, XGA, SVGA, UXGA, WUXGA, and multisync monitors
Supports wide screen formats
Powered from the VGA source*
Supports hot-plugging
Compact housing
LED indication of power status and source device
Plug-and-play – no software installation required
Note: The VB100 can obtain power from the VGA source if it is installed close enough
for the video card to provide sufficient power. If the there is no video or poor image quality on the monitor, you must use the power adapter included with this package.
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Requirements

Source Device

The following equipment must be installed on the source device or computer:
VGA video card with HDB-15 connector

Display Device

A VGA, XGA, SVGA, SXGA, UXGA, WUXGA, multi-sync monitor, or
multimedia projector with an HDB-15 connector.

Cables

2 VGA cables
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Components

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Front View

Rear View

Chapter 1. Introduction
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No. Component Description
1 Video Out Connects to a VGA monitor using a video cable.
2 Gain/Compensation
Knob
3 Power Jack The power adapter cable plugs in here.
4 Power LED The LED (green) lights when the VB100 is powered on.
5 Video In Connects to a VGA source device using a video cable.
Use this knob to control the video gain and compensation to adjust the picture quality for distance.
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Chapter 2
1. Important safety information regarding the placement of this device is provided on page 7. Please review it before proceeding.
2. Make sure that the power to all devices connected to the installation are turned off. You must unplug the power cords of any computers that have the Keyboard Power On function.
Hardware Setup

Installation

Setting up the VB100 is a matter of plugging in the VGA cables. Refer to the installation diagram below (the numbers in the diagram correspond to the numbered steps) and do the following:
1. Use a HDB-15 VGA cable* to connect the computer’s video port to the video input port on the VB100.
2. Use a HDB-15 VGA cable* to connect the monitor to the VB100’s video output port.
3. Plug the power adapter cable** into the VB100’s power jack, and plug it
into a power source.
4. Use the Gain/Compensation knob to improve the display quality, adjusting
for distance.
Note: 1. The length of each of the two VGA cables can vary, but the maximum
distance of the two VGA cables combined can not exceed 70 meters.
2. The VB100 can obtain power from the VGA source if it is installed close enough to the video source to provide sufficient power. If the there is no video or poor image quality on the monitor, you must use the power adapter included with this package.
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Installation Diagram
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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.
Do not use the device near water.
Do not place the device near, or over, radiators or heat registers.
The device cabinet is provided with slots and openings to allow for
adequate ventilation. To ensure reliable operation, and to protect against overheating, these openings must never be blocked or covered.
The device should never be placed on a soft surface (bed, sofa, rug, etc.) as this will block its ventilation openings. Likewise, the device should not be placed in a built in enclosure unless adequate ventilation has been provided.
Never spill liquid of any kind on the device.
Unplug the device from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid
or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
The device should be operated from the type of power source indicated on
the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or local power company.
The device is designed for IT power distribution systems with 230V
phase-to-phase voltage.
To prevent damage to your installation it is important that all devices are
properly grounded.
The device is equipped with a 3-wire grounding type plug. This is a safety
feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not attempt to defeat the purpose of the grounding-type plug. Always follow your local/national wiring codes.
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.
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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. Make sure that the total of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes.
To help protect your system from sudden, transient increases and
decreases in electrical power, use a surge suppressor, line conditioner, or un-interruptible power supply (UPS).
Position system cables and power cables carefully; Be sure that nothing
rests on any cables.
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.
If the following conditions occur, unplug the device from the wall outlet
and bring it to qualified service personnel for repair.
The power cord or plug has become damaged or frayed.
Liquid has been spilled into the device.
The device has been exposed to rain or water.
The device has been dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged.
The device exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need
for service.
The device does not operate normally when the operating instructions
are followed.
Only adjust those controls that are covered in the operating instructions.
Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage that will require extensive work by a qualified technician to repair.
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Appendix

Technical Support

International

For online technical support – including troubleshooting, documentation,
and software updates: http://support.aten.com
For telephone support, see Telephone Support, page iii:

North America

Email Support support@aten-usa.com
Online Technical Support
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.
Any error messages displayed at the time the error occurred.
The sequence of operations that led up to the error.
Any other information you feel may be of help.
Troubleshooting Documentation Software Updates
http://www.aten-usa.com/support
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Specifications

Function VB100
Connectors Video In 1 x HDB-15 Female (Blue)
Video Out 1 x HDB-15 Female (Blue)
Power Jack 1 x DC Jack
Switches Manual Gain Control 1 x knob
LED Power 1 (Green)
Video Signal Range 1920x1200@60Hz at 30m,
Power Consumption DC 5V; 0.9W
Environment Operating Temp. 0–50ºC
Storage Temp -20–60ºC
Humidity 0–80% RH, Non-condensing
Physical Properties
Housing Metal
Weight 56 g
Dimensions (L x W x H)
1280x1024@60Hz at 70m
6.88 x 3.53 x 2.06 cm
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Appendix

Limited Warranty

ATEN warrants its hardware in the country of purchase against flaws in materials and workmanship for a Warranty Period of two [2] years (warranty period may vary in certain regions/countries) commencing on the date of original purchase. This warranty period includes the LCD panel of ATEN LCD KVM switches. Select products are warranted for an additional year (see A+ Warranty for further details). Cables and accessories are not covered by the Standard Warranty.
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. Replaced products assume the warranty of the original product for the remaining period or a period of 90 days, whichever is longer. When the products or components are replaced, the replacing articles shall become customer property and the replaced articles shall become the property of ATEN.
To learn more about our warranty policies, please visit our website: http://www.aten.com/global/en/legal/policies/warranty-policy/
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