4-Port HDMI Switch
USER MANUAL
VS481B
EMC Information
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION INTERFERENCE STATEMENT: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a ClassA 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.
KCC Statement:
RoHS
This product is RoHS compliant.
© Copyright 2021 ATEN® International Co., Ltd.
Manual Date: 2021-01-13
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. The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc.
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VS481B User Manual
Online Registration
International http://support.aten.com
Telephone Support
International |
886-2-8692-6959 |
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86-400-810-0-810 |
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81-3-5615-5811 |
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82-2-467-6789 |
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1-888-999-ATEN ext 4988 |
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Technical Support
For international online technical support – including troubleshooting, documentation, and software updates:
http://support.aten.com
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Package Contents
The VS481B package contains the following items:
1 VS481B 4-Port HDMI Switch
1 HDMI Cable
1 IR Remote Control
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 VS481B since this manual was published. Please visit our website to download the most up-to-date version of the manual.
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Overview
The VS481B 4-Port HDMI Switch allows you to connect 4 HDMI sources to one HDMI display and quickly switch between the devices via front panel pushbuttons, RS-232 or IR remote control. The VS481B has four HDMI ports to provide device connections for digital cameras, Blue-ray players, satellite receivers, camcorders, PC's, gaming consoles and more.
The VS481B supports resolutions up to 4k2k using the new Ultra HD digital format for high-definition displays.
The VS481B’s Instant Switching capability provides a smooth transition between HDMI ports to increase system efficiency. The auto switching feature provides different modes for auto port selection when a device loses power or a new device is plugged into the VS481B.
The built-in bi-directional RS-232 serial port allows the switch to be controlled through a high-end controller, PC, and/or automation/theater software package.
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Features
Allows up to four HDMI A/V sources to be connected to one HDMI display
Quick and easy switching between HDMI sources via front panel pushbuttons, RS-232 or IR Remote control
Supports 340MHz bandwidth for high performance video
Auto switching modes for auto port selection
HDMI (3D, Deep Color, 4kx2k); HDCP compatible
Long distance transmission – up to 15 m (24 AWG)
Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) support
Supports Dolby True HD and DTS HD Master Audio
Built-in bi-directional RS-232 serial port for high-end system control*
Instant switching between HDMI input sources
Supports IR extension using a receiver extension cable**
LED indication of selected video source
Note: 1. The RS-232 AP can be downloaded from our website: www.aten.com.
2.The IR extension cable is sold separately. To purchase an IR extension cable, contact your dealer and refer to part 2XRT-0003G.
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System Requirements
Source Device(s)
HDMI Type A output connector(s)
Note: A DVI/HDMI adapter is required when connecting a DVI source device.
Display Device
A display device or receiver with an HDMI Type A input connector
Cables
4 HDMI cables
Note: 1. We strongly recommend that you purchase high-quality cables of appropriate length since this will affect the quality of the audio and video display. Contact your dealer to purchase the correct cables.
2.If you wish to utilize the VS481B’s high-end serial controller function, you will also need to purchase an appropriate RS-232 cable. See Installing the RS-232 Controller, page 12.
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