ATEN VS0108HB operation manual

8-Port True 4K HDMI Splitter

VS0108HB User Manual

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VS0108HB User Manual

Preface

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. 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.

RoHS

This product is RoHS compliant.

VS0108HB 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 86-10-82961301 or 86-10-82961302

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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Manual Date: 2018-03-26

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Package Contents

 1 VS0108HB 8-Port True 4K HDMI Splitter

 1 Power Adapter

 1 Rack Mount Kit

 1 User Instructions

Note: Make sure that all of the components are present and in good

order. If anything is missing or was damaged in shipping, contact your dealer.

VS0108HB User Manual

Table of Contents

Preface

EMC Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii

RoHS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii

User Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii

Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iv

About this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .vi

Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii

Product Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii

1. Introduction

Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Planning the Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Required Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Optional Equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

2. Hardware Setup

Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Front View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Rear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

3. Operation

Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Switching On/Off the Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

EDID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

EDID Mode Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

ATEN Default EDID. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Serial Control Protocol Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Configuring the Serial Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

RS-232 Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Firmware Upgrade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Restarting the VS0108HB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Appendix 15

Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Technical Support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Limited Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

VS0108HB User Manual

About this Manual

This user manual is provided to help you get the most from the VS0108HB. 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 8-Port True 4K HDMI Splitter. Its

purpose, features, and installation considerations are described and discussed.

Chapter 2, Hardware Setup describes the panel components and the steps to

quickly and safely set up the VS0108HB.

Chapter 3, Operation provides details on how to operate and configure the

VS0108HB using the panel pushbuttons and RS-232 commands.

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 VS0108HB documentation, visit

http://www.aten.com/global/en/

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.

VS0108HB User Manual

→ Run means to

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Product Information

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 ATEN VS0108HB is designed for applications that require routing one

source of high definition digital video to 8 HDMI display devices at the same

time. It supports Dolby True HD and DTS HD Master Audio, video signals up to

True 4K (4096 x 2160 @ 60Hz 4:4:4), data rates up to 18 Gbps, 3D, Deep

Color, and HD lossless audio formats. Featuring ATEN EDID technology, the

VS0108HB guarantees continuous EDID communication with connected

devices and ensures that the HDMI sources power-up properly and maintain

correct video outputs.

Engineered to meet today’s demand of True 4K signal transmission and user-

oriented design, the ATEN VS0108HB is a powerful solution for a wide range of

settings, such as home theater, educational centers, trade shows, shopping

centers, meeting rooms, or wherever needed to meet application

requirements.

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