Atlona AT-HDR-M2C User Manual
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1 04/17 Initial release
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• Damage, deterioration or malfunction caused by any alteration, modication, improper use, neglect, improper
packaging or shipping (such claims must be presented to the carrier), lightning, power surges, or other acts of
nature.
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• Damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from the installation or removal of this product from any
installation, any unauthorized tampering with this product, any repairs attempted by anyone unauthorized by
Atlona to make such repairs, or any other cause which does not relate directly to a defect in materials and/or
workmanship of this product.
• Equipment enclosures, cables, power supplies, batteries, LCD displays, and any accessories used in conjunction
with the product(s).
• Products purchased from unauthorized distributors, dealers, resellers, auction websites and similar unauthorized
channels of distribution.
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be used in conjunction with. Atlona, at its sole discretion, reserves the right not to extend its warranty oering in
instances arising outside its normal course of business including, but not limited to, damage inicted to its products
from acts of god.
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apply to you.
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FCC Statement
FCC Compliance and Advisory Statement: This hardware 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. 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 in a commercial installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed or used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures: 1) reorient or relocate the receiving antenna; 2) increase the separation between the equipment and the
receiver; 3) connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is connected;
4) consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Any changes or modications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Where
shielded interface cables have been provided with the product or specied additional components or accessories
elsewhere dened to be used with the installation of the product, they must be used in order to ensure compliance
with FCC regulations.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this product near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install or place this product near any heat
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other apparatus (including ampliers) that produce
heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of a polarized
or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding
type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong are
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does
not t into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on
or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
product.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specied by
Atlona.
12. To reduce the risk of electric shock and/or damage
to this product, never handle or touch this unit or
power cord if your hands are wet or damp. Do not
expose this product to rain or moisture.
13. Unplug this product during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel.
Servicing is required when the product has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the product, the product has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
CAUTION: TO REDUCT THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN ENCLOSURE OR EXPOSE
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature
accompanying the product.
The information bubble is intended to alert the user to helpful or optional operational instructions in the literature accompanying the product.
Important Safety Information
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Introduction 8
Features 8
Package Contents 8
Panel Description 9
Installation 10
Audio Connector 10
Power Connector 10
Connection Instructions 11
Connection Diagram 11
Basic Operation 12
Audio Input Indicators 12
Toggling the IP Mode 12
The Web GUI 13
Introduction to the Web GUI 13
Menu Bar 14
Toggles 15
Sliders 15
Buttons 15
Info page 16
System Info 16
Video Info 16
Audio Info 17
A/V Settings page 17
Video 17
Audio 18
Cong page 18
Conguration 18
System page 19
Network 19
System 20
Commands 21
Appendix 30
Updating the Firmware 30
Using the Web GUI 30
Using USB 31
Mounting Instructions 33
Default Settings 34
Troubleshooting 35
Specications 36
Index 38
Table of Contents
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The Atlona AT-HDR-M2C is an audio converter for extracting and downmixing multi-channel PCM, Dolby®, and
DTS® audio from HDMI® sources. It features an HDMI input with pass-through, and delivers stereo downmixed
audio over a separate HDMI output, as well as unbalanced analog and TOSLINK digital audio outputs. The HDRM2C is compatible with high dynamic range (HDR) formats and is HDCP 2.2 compliant. It supports 4K/UHD video
@ 60 Hz with 4:4:4 chroma sampling, as well as HDMI data rates up to 18 Gbps. This audio converter includes EDID
management features as well as audio volume and bass / treble controls, all available via Ethernet through the Atlona
Management System (AMS), the web GUI, or a control system. The HDR-M2C can conveniently serve surround
sound and two-channel audio systems from a multi-channel audio source.
The HDR-M2C is ideal for residential and commercial applications with the latest as well as emerging 4K/UHD
and HDR sources and displays. It is compatible with all video resolutions, audio formats, and color space formats
supported in the HDMI 2.0a specication, plus the ability to pass metadata for HDR content. The HDR-M2C includes
Atlona’s award-winning 10-year limited product warranty and customer support services, so that integrators can
specify, purchase, and install with condence.
1 x AT-HDR-M2C
1 x Phoenix terminal block, 3-pin
1 x Phoenix terminal block, 2-pin
1 x 5V DC power supply
1 x Wall/table mounting brackets
1 x Installation Guide
Introduction
Features
Package Contents
• Downmixes multichannel audio to two-channel audio
• Supports PCM, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus™, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos®, DTS Digital Surround™,
DTS-HD Master Audio™, and DTS:X™
• LED indicators provide power status and audio format identication
• Compatibility with new and emerging 4K/UHD and HDR-capable sources and displays
• Adjustment of output volume, plus bass and treble settings via AMS and the web GUI
• Manages EDID communications with the source through a display’s EDID or internally stored EDID
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1 Audio Indicators
These LED indicators will glow green to indicate the
current audio format of the input signal.
2 HDMI - PCM 2
Connect an HDMI cable from this port to to an HDMI
display, extender, or switcher. This output only
supports two-channel audio.
3 LAN
Connect an Ethernet cable from this port to a Local
Area Network (LAN). This port provides access to the
web GUI.
4 PWR
This LED indicator will glow red when the unit is
powered.
5 IP Mode Button
Press this button to set the unit to toggle between
static IP and DHCP mode. Refer to Toggling the IP
Mode (page 12) for more information.
6 DC 5V
Connect the included 5V DC power supply to this
power receptacle.
7 FW
Connect a mini USB type-B cable to this port to
update the rmware.
8 L/R
Connect the included 3-pin Phoenix connector from
this port to a two-channel audio output device.
9 OPTICAL
Connect an optical audio cable from this TOSLINK
port to an audio output device. This output only
supports two-channel audio.
10 HDMI OUT
Connect an HDMI cable from this port to a display or
other sink device. This output supports multichannel
audio.
11 HDMI IN
Connect an HDMI cable from the source to this port.
Front Rear
Panel Description
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Installation
Audio Connector
Power Connector
GND
+
GND
RL
+
The AT-HDR-M2C provides analog audio output of two-channel audio, using the included 3-pin Phoenix terminal
block.
1. Use wire strippers to remove a portion of the cable jacket.
2. Remove at least 3/16” (5 mm) from the insulation of each wire.
3. Insert the wires into the correct terminal on the included Phoenix block, as shown below.
4. Tighten the screws to secure the wires. Do not use high-torque devices as this may damage the screws and/or
connector block.
Locate the included orange Phoenix terminal block and wire the included power supply to the block, as shown
below. Do not use high-torque devices, when securing the wires to the Phoenix terminal block, as this may damage
the screws and/or block.
1. Insert the wires into the correct terminal on the included Phoenix block, as shown below.
2. Tighten the screws to secure the wires. Do not use high-torque devices as this may damage the screws and/or
connector block.
Black
White
5V DC
power supply
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Installation
Connection Diagram
1. Connect an HDMI cable from the UHD/HD source to the HDMI IN port on the AT-HDR-M2C.
2. Connect HDMI cables to the output ports:
• Multichannel Audio
Connect an HDMI cable from the HDMI OUT port, on the AT-HDR-M2C, to an AV receiver or other
multichannel audio device.
• Two-channel audio
Connect an HDMI cable from the HDMI - PCM 2 port, on the AT-HDR-M2C, to a display or other sink device.
Audio output is limited to two-channels.
3. Connect an optical audio cable from the OPTICAL port, on the AT-HDR-M2C, to a soundbar or other audio
output device. Audio output is limited to two-channels.
4. Connect an Ethernet cable from the LAN port on the AT-HDR-M2C, to the Local Area Network (LAN).
5. Connect the green Phoenix block to the AUDIO OUT connector.
6. Connect the orange Phoenix block to the DC 5V connector.
7. Connect the 5V DC power supply to an available AC outlet.
IMPORTANT: The AT-HDR-M2C is a High Dynamic Range (HDR) device. For best performance,
use premium HDMI cables that are HDR-certied.
Connection Instructions
Two-Channel Audio
AT-HDR-M2C
LAN
Video + Multichannel Audio
Video + Multichannel Audio
(pass-through)
Video + 2 Channel Audio
Ethernet
Blu-ray Player
AV ReceiverSoundbar
SOURCE: DVD
AAX DEC
BNE XOR
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The front panel of the AT-HDR-M2C provides six LED indicators which will display the audio format detected on the
HDMI IN port. When a recognizable audio format is detected, the associated indicator will glow solid green.
The recessed button on the front panel of the AT-HDR-M2C is used to toggle between DHCP and static IP mode.
The factory-default setting for the AT-HDR-M2C is DHCP mode, which allows the device to be automatically
assigned an IP address by the DHCP server (if present), after it is connected to a Local Area Network (LAN).
1. Insert the tip of a pencil or paper clip into the hole.
2. Press and hold the button until the PWR indicator blinks.
The default static IP address is 192.168.1.254. The default subnet mask is 255.255.255.0.
Audio Input Indicators
Toggling the IP Mode
LED Description
D Dolby Digital; lossy audio format supporting up to 5.1 channels
D+ Dolby Digital Plus; lossy audio format supporting up to 5.1 channels plus support for higher
bitrates.
HD Dolby TrueHD; lossless audio format supporting up to 7.1 channels
PCM Indicates the presence of two-channel, 5.1, or 7.1 LPCM audio formats
DTS
®
Indicates either DTS 5.1 or DTS:X
DTS-HD DTS-HD Master Audio™; combined lossy/lossless audio format supporting up to 7.1 channels
Audio indicators
IP toggle button
Basic Operation
PWR LED Description
2 blinks Device is in static IP mode.
4 blinks Device is in DHCP mode.
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