ATEN VE1812 User manual

HDMI HDBaseT Extender with PoH
VE1812 User Manual
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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 energyand, 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.
Warning: This equipment is compliant with Class A of CISPR 32. In a residential
environment this equipment may 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.
Suggestion: Shielded twisted pair (STP) cables must be used with the unit to ensure
compliance with FCC & CE standards.
RoHS
This product is RoHS compliant.

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User Information
Online Registration
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Telephone Support
For telephone support, call this number:
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
VE1812 Package Contents
1 VE1812T/R HDMI HDBaseT Extender with PoH
1 Power Adapter
1 IR Transmitter
1 IR Receiver*
2 RS-232 Terminal Blocks
1 User Instructions
VE1812T Package Contents
1 VE1812T HDMI HDBaseT Extender with PoH
1 Power Adapter
1 RS-232 Terminal Block
1 User Instructions
VE1812R Package Contents
1 VE1812R HDMI HDBaseT Extender with PoH
1 RS-232 Terminal Block
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 VE1812 since this manual was published.
Please visit our website to download the most up-to-date version of the manual.
Note: * The included IR receiver supports full frequency IR signals from
30kHz to 60kHz. The IR receiver cable included with the package,
however, only supports signals from 30kHz to 56 kHz.
© Copyright 2017 ATEN® International Co., Ltd.
Manual Date: 2017-08-16
ATENandtheATENlogoare registeredtrademarksofATEN InternationalCo.,Ltd.All rightsreserved.
All other brand names and trademarks are the registered property of their respective owners.

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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
Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Source Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Cables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Transmitter Panel View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Receiver Front and Rear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
LED Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Enabling the Long Reach Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
2. Hardware Setup
Setting Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Installation Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
RS-232 Channel Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Appendix
Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Technical Support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Limited Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

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About this Manual
This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your system. 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 VE1812 system. Its
purpose, features and benefits are presented, and its front and back panel
components are described.
Chapter 2, Hardware Setup, describes the steps that are necessary to
quickly and safely set up your installation.
An Appendix, provides specifications and other technical information
regarding the VE1812.

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Conventions
This manual uses the following conventions:
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:
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 Run means to
open the Start menu, and then select Run.
Indicates critical information.
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Chapter 1
Introduction
Overview
The USB DVI KVMP™ Switch extends an HDBaseT signal up to 100m from
the HDBaseT source using one Cat 5e / 6 / 6a cable. With Long Reach mode
enabled, the VE1812 can extend HDMI signal up to 150m. The VE1812
supports RS-232 and IR signaling pass-through, allowing you to control the
HDMI source device from the VE1812 receiver while also granting access to
the HDMI display device from the VE1812 transmitter unit. IR signals can also
be extended in both directions. The VE1812 features Power over HDBaseT
(PoH) which can send power over Cat 5e / 6 / 6a cable without an additional
power supply. The VE1812 is HDMI (3D, Deep Color,4kx2k) and HDCP
compatible. The VE1812 is perfect for a digital entertainment center or any
installation that requires superior video quality.

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Features
HDBaseT Connectivity – extends an HDMI connection over a long
distance via one Cat 5e / 6 / 6a cable
Long Reach Mode – extends HDMI signal up to 150m @ 1080p
HDBaseT Anti-jamming – resists signal interference during high-quality
video transmission using HDBaseT technology
PoH (Power over HDBaseT) – supplies power from Transmitter to
Receiver over a long distance via one Cat 5e / 6 / 6a cable
A bi-directional RS-232 serial port to connect with a high-end system for
more device control
A bi-directional IR channel for IR signal control; IR transmission is
processed one way at a time
Supports IR signal frequencies from 30kHz to 60kHz*
Rack- Mountable
Note: * The included IR receiver supports full frequency IR signals from
30kHz to 60kHz. The IR receiver cable included with the package,
however, only supports signals from 30kHz to 56 kHz.

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Requirements
Display
An HDMI display capable of the highest required resolution
Source Device
A source device with an HDMI port
Cables
To connect the VE1812 transmitter and receiver units, we recommend
using cables of Cat 5e / 6 / 6a to ensure video quality.
For better video quality, we strongly suggest using ATEN 2L-2910 Low
Skew Cable.
Maximum cable distances are as follows:
Note:* 100m (150m when in Long Reach Mode) is the maximum cable
distance when using a Cat 5e / 6 / 6a or above cable.
Connection Interface Distance
Computer to Transmitter (VE1812T) HDMI 1.8 m
Transmitter (VE1812T) to Receiver (VE1812R) Cat 5e / 6 / 6a 100 m*
Receiver (VE1812R) to monitor HDMI 5 m