ATEN VM0404HA User Manual

ATEN VanCryst™

VM0404HA

4K HDMI Matrix Scaler

User Manual

Compliance Statements

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.

The device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation 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.

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.

Warning

Operation of this equipment in a residential environment could cause radio interference.

Achtung

Der Gebrauch dieses Geräts in Wohnumgebung kann Funkstörungen verursachen.

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KCC Statement

Industry Canada Statement

This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES003.

HDMI Trademark Statement

The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc.

RoHS

This product is RoHS compliant.

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Package Contents

The VM0404HA 4x4 4K HDMI Matrix Switch package contains the following items:

1VM0404HA 4x4 4K HDMI Matrix Switch

1power adapter

1IR remote control

1IR receiver

1mounting kit

1user 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 VM0404HA since this manual was printed. Please visit our website to download the most up-to-date version of the manual.

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User Information

Online Registration

Be sure to register your product at our line support center:

International http://eservice.aten.com

Technical Support

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.

International

For online technical support – including troubleshooting, documentation, and software updates, go to http://eservice.aten.com

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

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North America

	Email Support		[e-mail]
	Online Technical	Troubleshooting	http://www.aten-usa.com/support
		Documentation
	Support
		Software Updates
	Telephone Support		1-888-999-ATEN ext 4988

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.

Caution: There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Always dispose of used batteries according to the relevant instructions.

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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 highdefinition trends, the VM0404HA is ideal for applications where the routingof upto4K digitalvideosignalsisrequired, such asinclassrooms, auditoriums and department stores.

The matrix switch offers an easy and affordable way to route any of 4 HDMI video sources to any of 4 HDMI displays and can be controlled and operated through front-panel pushbuttons, IR and RS-232, ensuring optimum control capabilities.

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Features

Connects any of 4 HDMI sources to any of 4 HDMI displays

Supports 4K resolutions of UHD (3840 x 2160) and DCI (4096 x 2160) with refresh rates of 30 Hz (4:4:4) and 60 Hz (4:2:0)

EDID Expert™ – selects optimum EDID settings for smooth powerup, high-quality display, and use of the best video resolution across different screens

Multiple Control Methods – system management via front-panel pushbuttons, IR and RS-232 serial control

Supports Dolby True HD and DTS HD Master audio

Signaling rates up to 3.4 Gbits for flawless 4K output

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

Firmware upgradeable

Rack Mountable 1U design

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System Requirements

Source Devices

 HDMI Type A output connector(s)

Note: A DVI/HDMI adapter is required when connecting a DVI source device.

Display Devices

 Display devices or receivers with an HDMI Type A input connector

Cables

1 HDMI cable for each source device you will be connecting

1 HDMI cable for each display device you will be connecting

Note: 1. No cables are included in this package. We strongly recommend that you purchase high-quality cables of the appropriate length since this will affect the quality of the audio and video display. 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 14.

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Components

VM0404HA Front View

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No.	Component	Function
1	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 blue LED lights. When an
		input pushbutton is pressed you can press one or
		multiple output pushbuttons to connect them to the
		selected input source.
		Note: The INPUT (1–4) front panel pushbuttons have
		built-in orange LEDs that light to indicate they have
		been selected.
2	output	These pushbuttons refer to the HDMI output ports
	pushbuttons	found on the VM0404HA rear panel. Press to select
		the output port and then press an input port
		pushbutton to connect it to that input source.
		Note: The OUTPUT (1–4) front panel pushbuttons
		have built-in blue LEDs that light to indicate they
		have been selected.

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