ATEN VC812 User manual

VC812
HDMI to VGA/Audio Converter
with Scaler
User Manual

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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 ules. 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 ules. 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

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Industr Canada Statement
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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.
VCCI Statement
RoHS
This product is oHS compliant.

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User Information
Online Registration
Be sure to register your product at our online support center:
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 VE IFY THAT THE VOLTAGE SETTING IS
CO ECT BEFO E USE.
International http://eservice.aten.com
International 886-2-8692-6959
China 86- 00-810-0-810
Japan 81-3-5615-5811
Korea 82-2- 67-6789
North America 1-888-999-ATEN ext 988
1-9 9- 28-1111

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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
eseller. Visit ATEN on the Web for a list of locations and telephone numbers:
Package Contents
The VC812 HDMI to VGA Converter with Scaler package consists of:
1 VC812 HDMI to VGA Converter with Scaler
1 Software CD
1 Power Adapter
1 User Instructions*
International http://www.aten.com
North America http://www.aten-usa.com

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Contents
Compliance Statements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii
User Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iv
Online Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iv
Telephone Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iv
User Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iv
Product Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v
Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .vi
About this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii
Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ix
1. Introduction
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Source Device(s). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Display Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Cables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2. ardware Setup
Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3. Operation
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
On-Screen Display (OSD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Output Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Output Resolution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Default Pattern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Utility Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Output Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Output Resolution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Default Pattern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

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Powering Off and Restarting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Appendix
Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
International . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
ATEN Standard Warranty Policy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

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About this Manual
This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your VC812
system. It covers all aspects of installation, configuration and operation. An
overview of the information found in the manual is provided below.
Introduction, introduces you to the VC812 system. Its purpose, features and
benefits are presented, and its front and back panel components are described.
ardware Setup, describes how to set up your VC812 installation. The
necessary steps are provided.
Operation, explains the fundamental concepts involved in operating the
VC812 via the front panel pushbuttons.
Appendix, provides specifications and other technical information regarding
the VC812.
Note:
ead this manual thoroughly and follow the installation and operation
procedures carefully to prevent any damage to the unit and/or connected
devices.
The product may be updated, with features and functions added, improved,
or removed since the release of this manual. For an up-to-date user
manual, visit http://www.aten.com/global/en/.

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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 > Run means to
open the Start menu, and then select Run.
Indicates critical information.

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Chapter 1
Introduction
Overview
The VC812 HDMI to VGA converter with Scaler offers an easy and
convenient way of converting HDMI input signals into analog video (VGA).
The VC812 enables you to use a non-HDMI display to access HDMI content.
It supports input resolutions 480p, 720p, 1080p, 1080i, and up to 1900 x 1200
PC input resolution. It has both analog and digital audio outputs, as well as one
stereo audio output.
You can operate the VC812 via the built-in On-Screen Display (OSD), which
can be controlled through accessible front panel pushbuttons. In addition, the
VC812 comes with a Utility Tool, which can be installed on a computer
connected to the VC812’s mini USB port. The OSD and Utility Tool enable
you to configure the screen resolution, color space setting, picture quality and
multiple other functions for optimizing the display.

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Features
Converts HDMI signals to VGA output
Supports analog/stereo audio
Superior video quality – up to 1080p; 1920 x 1200
Scaler – a premium scaling engine that converts various video input
resolutions into the display's native resolution, while adjusting the picture
ratio automatically for maximum viewing comfort.
3D Deinterlacing – increases image clarity for the ultimate display quality
by processing and scanning digital video signals
Features a built in high-performance scaler function for best image quality
Features a superior de-interlacer function for smooth video playback
quality
Built-in OSD function for video and system settings configuration
Integrated superior video noise reduction
Integrated next generation color engine – automatic picture quality/color
adjustment and enhancement
Automatically detects video input signals
LED indication of power status and source device
No software required – eliminates incompatibility and installation issues
Device configuration using a utility tool via mini USB port
Supports 16:9 and 4:3 video aspect ratios
Multiple selectable video resolutions

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Requirements
The following equipment is required for a complete VC812 installation:
Source Device(s)
The source device should have the following:
HDMI Type A connector
PC or laptop with Mini USB port (for configuration via VC812 Utility
Tool)
Display Device
VGA based video device with HDB
HDB-15 male connector
Cables
HDMI Type A cable
HDB-15 cable (for VGA based video display device)
CA audio cable (for Coaxial audio device)
3.5mm stereo cable (for Stereo audio device)
USB-to-Mini USB cable (for configuration via VC812 Utility Tool)

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Front View
No. Component Description
1 F/W Upgrade switch Set this to Off to operate the VC812 in Normal Mode.
Note: In case the firmware needs to be upgraded, turn
the switch On to have the VC812 enter Firmware
Upgrade mode. Contact your product dealer for more
details.
2 LED Status The Power LED lights red to indicate that the VC812 is
receiving power.
The Signal LED lights green to indicate that an HDMI
input source is active.
3 IR Receiver This sensor receives signals from the IR remote
control (optional).
Note: Contact your dealer for more information.
Up / Down
pushbuttons
Pressing the Up / Down pushbuttons moves the
selection to the corresponding fields shown in the
built-in On-Screen Display (OSD).
5 Menu pushbutton Press this button to open the OSD menu and/or select
an option.
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Rear View
No. Component Description
1 Power Jack Plug in the provided power adapter to this power jack
to power on the VC812.
2 Firmware Upgrade
Port
For device configuration via the utility tool, connect this
port to a PC or laptop using a USB to mini USB cable.
3 Stereo Audio Port Connect your analog stereo audio device to this port.
Digital Audio Port Connect the coaxial audio cable of your audio device
to this port.
5 VGA Out Connect your VGA display device to this port.
6 HDMI In Connect your HDMI source device to this port.
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Chapter 2
ardware Setup
Mounting
For convenience and flexibility, the VC812 can be mounted on the wall or a
rack. To mount a unit, screw the built-in brackets into any convenient location
on the wall or a rack.
1. Important safety information regarding the placement of this
device is provided on page 21. Please review it before
proceeding.
2. Make sure that the power to all devices connected to the
installation are turned off.
3. Make sure that all devices you will be installing are properly
grounded.

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Installation
Installation of the VC812 is simply a matter of plugging in the appropriate
cables.
To install the VC812, refer to the installation diagram as you perform the
following steps:
1. Use an HDMI cable to connect the HDMI output port on the video source
device to the HDMI In port on the VC812.
2. Use an HDB-15 cable to connect the VGA display device to the VGA Out
port on the VC812.
3. Connect your audio output device (such as speakers or AV s) to the Stereo
Audio Port or Digital Audio Port.
4. (Optional) To manage the VC812 using the utility tool, connect your
computer via the Mini USB port.
5. Plug the provided power adapter into an appropriate power source; plug
the power adapter cable into the Power jack on the VC812.
6. Check that the Power LED lights red and the Signal LED lights green to
indicate that the VC812 is receiving power and ready to operate.
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2
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Front panel
Rear panel

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Chapter 3
Operation
Overview
The VC812 HDMI to VGA converter with Scaler offers easy and flexible
operation through its built-in On-Screen Display (OSD) and the Utility Tool,
which can be installed on a computer connected to the VC812’s mini USB port.
On-Screen Display (OSD)
The built-in OSD can be configured using the VC812 front panel pushbuttons,
as follows:
Menu pushbutton – opens the OSD and selects menu options
Up / Down pushbuttons – navigates the OSD menu and lists of options
You can cycle through the Menu options in the order shown in the table below.
OSD Menu
Output Setup Output Resolution
Output Mode
Default Pattern
Audio Source
Image Contrast
Brightness
Saturation
Hue
B/W Extension
Color Tone
Edge Enhance
Sharpness
Under/Over ScanAdjustment
Aspect Ratio
H-Mirror
V-Mirror
H-Shift
V-Shift
System Input Resolution Info
F/W Version
Factory Reset

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Output Setup
In the OSD Menu screen, highlight 1. Output Setup and press the Menu
pushbutton to open the Output Setup submenu, as follows:
Select the submenu option you want to configure – each option is further
discussed in the proceeding sections.
Output Resolution
You can manually select the screen resolution for the display. Highlight the
resolution you want to use and press Menu.
Some of the available options are as follows:
SD ( 80p) 60 1360 x 768 p60
HD (720p) 60 1366 x 768 p60
HD (1080p) 60 1 00 x 1050 p60
6 0 x 80 p60 1600 x 1200 p60
6 0 x 80 p75 1 0 x 900 p60
800 x 600 p60 1 0 x 900 p75
800 x 600 p75 1680 x 1050 p60
102 x 768 p60 1680 x 1050 pRB
102 x 768 p75 1920 x 1080 pRB
1280 x 102 p60 1920 x 1200 pRB
1280 x 102 p75