4K HDMI Optical Extender
VE883 User Manual
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VE883 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. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will
be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
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: Operation of this equipment in a residential environment could
cause radio interference.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. O peration is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
RoHS
This product is RoHS compliant.
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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
1- 949-428-1111
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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Package Contents
1 VE883T 4K HDMI Optical Extender Transmitter
1 VE883R 4K HDMI Optical Extender Receiver
2 Power Adapters
2 Terminal Block 3 Pole
2 Terminal Block 5 Pole
1 IR Receiver
1 IR Emitter
1 USB Cable
2 HDMI LockPro
2 SFP+ Modules*
1 User Instructions
Note:
Make sure that all of the items are present and in good order. If anything is
missing or was damaged in shipping, please contact your dealer for further
assistance.
The supplied SFP+ modules differ depending on your chosen order
(VE883K1 or VE883K2) for the VE883 package:
Part No.
VE883K1 2X-C32-1G SFP+ Duplex MM Transceivers (10 Gbps/300m, black)
VE883K2 2X-C32-2G SFP+ Duplex SM Transceiver (10 Gbps/10km, blue)
If you would like to replace the SFP+ modules, please contact the ATEN
Technical Support for assistance.
The VE883 supports full frequency IR signals from 30 kHz to 56 kHz.
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Supplied SFP+ Modules
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Table of Contents
EMC Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii
RoHS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii
User Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iv
About this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .vi
Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii
Product Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii
1. Introduction
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Planning the Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Required Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Supported Operating Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Optional Equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Compatible ATEN Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Supported Video Resolutions 6
2. Hardware Setup
Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
VE883T Front View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
VE883T Rear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
VE883R Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
VE883R Rear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
LED Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
RS-232 Channel Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3. Operation
Firmware Upgrades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Appendix
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
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About this Manual
This user manual is provided to help you get the most from the VE883 unit. It
covers all aspects of installation, configuration, and operation. An overview of
the information found in the manual is provided below.
Chapter 1, Introduction introduces you to the 4K HDMI Optical Extender. Its
purpose, features, and installation considerations are described.
Chapter 2, Hardware Setup describes the panel components of the 4K HDMI
Optical Extender and details the steps that are necessary to quickly and safely
set up your installation.
Chapter 2, Hardware Setup provides details on supported RS-232 commands
and how to upgrade the device firmware.
Appendix provides a list of safety instructions and precautions, contact
information for ATEN technical support, product specifications, and other
technical information.
Note:
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 VE883 documentation, visit
http://www.aten.com/global/en/
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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.
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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 VE883 is a fiber-based extender designed to extend uncompressed 4K
signal up to 300 m (using VE883K1) or 10 km (using VE883K2) over duplex
fiber optic cables. The VE883 meets HDMI Specifications, including 3D, Deep
Color (up to 12 bit), and signaling rates (up to 10.2 Gb) to ensure superior
video quality. With ATEN’s exclusive FarSmooth technology, the VE883
prevents lagging and freezing by matching the output rates to the input rates,
and ensures that the video display is stable, smooth, and identical to the
source, particularly in long-distance extension applications where
uninterrupted video streams are required.
The VE883 features an HDMI input and output, analog audio input and output,
USB2.0, IR, RS-232 control port, and a Gigabit Ethernet port. For point-to-point
extension, the VE883 can receive fiber optic cables by inserting SFP+ modules
to its optic port.
To avoid bulky cable setup, the VE883 guarantees a simple and fast solution
for optimum transmissi on o f Ether net, IR, HDMI, RS-232
to 10 km simply via a set of duplex optic fiber. The VE883 is also USB
transparent, making it compatible with a wide range of USB peripherals.
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and USB signals up
Engineered to meet the latest trend of lossless 4K and long distance signal
extension, VE883 is suitable for where long distance transmission is a must and
little interference is allowed, such as in traffic station and modern office
buildings.
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Features
Extends HDMI video, stereo audio, IR, RS-232 control, and Ethernet
signals over duplex fiber optic cabling
Applies duplex fiber optic cables to connect the local and remote units
Supports ultra long distance transmission up to 10 km*
HDMI (3D, Deep Color, 4K); HDCP 2.2 compatible
Supports lossless 4K video up to 4096 x 2160 / 3840 x 2160 @ 60Hz
(4:2:0)
FarSmooth – ATEN’s exclusive FarSmooth technology prevents lagging
and freezing by matching the output rates to the input rates and ensures
the video display is stable, smooth, and identical to the source, particularly
in long-distance extension applications where uninterrupted video streams
are required.
Supports Gigabit Ethernet Channel
Supports USB 2.0, with a maximal transfer rate of 25Mbps
Bi-directional IR signal transmission – IR transmission is processed one
direction at a time, ranged from 30 kHz to 56 kHz
Features RS-232 serial port for connecting peripherals such as touch
screens, and barcode scanners
Supports batch upgrades using Firmware Upgrade Utility
Built-in 8 kV / 15 kV ESD protection
Plug-and-play
Hot-pluggable
Rack-mountable
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