ATEN VE2812T User manual

HDMI & VGA HDBaseT Transmitter
VE2812T User Manual
www.aten.com

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EMC Information
FEDERA COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION INTERFERENCE
STATEMENT: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class 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: ny 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.
Suggestion: Shielded twisted pair (STP) cables must be used with the unit to
ensure compliance with FCC & CE standards.
HDMI Trademark Statement
The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI
Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing dministrator,
Inc.
RoHS
This product is RoHS 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
ll 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. ny 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. PLE SE VERIFY TH T THE VOLT GE SETTING IS CORRECT
BEFORE USE.
International http://eservice.aten.com
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United Kingdom 44-8-4481-58923

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Package Contents
1 VE2812T HDMI & VG HDBaseT Transmitter
1 RS-232 Terminal Block
1 Power dapter
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.

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Table of Contents
EMC Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii
RoHS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii
User Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v
bout this Manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .vi
Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii
Product Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii
1. Introduction
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Planning the Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Compatible TEN Video Extenders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Front View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Rear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
LED Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2. Hardware Setup
Mounting the VE2812T Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Wall Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Connecting the VE2812T Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
RS-232 Channel Transmission. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3. Operation
Selecting the Input Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Input Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Input Selection Pushbutton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
RS-232 Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Long Reach Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Appendix 15
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Technical Support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Supported VG Resolutions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Limited Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

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About this Manual
This user manual is provided to help you get the most from the VE2812T unit.
It covers all aspects of installation, configuration, and operation. n overview of
the information found in the manual is provided below.
Chapter 1, Introduction introduces you to the HDMI & VG HDBaseT
Transmitter. Its purpose, features, installation considerations, and panel
components are presented and described.
Chapter 2, Hardware Setup describes the steps that are necessary to quickly
and safely set up your installation.
Chapter 3, Operation explains the Long Reach Mode and limitations, and how
to set up the input detection mode using the a pushbutton and RS-232
commands.
Appendix provides a list of safety instructions and precautions, contact
information for TEN 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.
 TEN regularly updates its product documentation for new features and
fixes. For an up-to-date VE2812T documentation, 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+ lt].
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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Product Information
For information about all TEN products and how they can help you connect
without limits, visit TEN on the Web or contact an TEN uthorized Reseller.
Visit TEN on the Web for a list of locations and telephone numbers:
International http://www.aten.com
North merica http://www.aten-usa.com

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Chapter 1
Introduction
Overview
ATEN VE2812T is a video transmitter that can send VGA (with audio) and
HDMI si nals up to 100 m over a sin le Cat 5e/6/6a or ATEN 2L-2910 Cat 6
cable. The VE2812T uarantees reliable transmission of HDMI si nals,
supportin 3D, Deep Color, and embedded HD lossless audio formats. In
addition, the VE2812T supports Lon Reach Mode, which allows the device to
transmit si nals up to 150 m, 1080p, over a Cat 5e/6 cable.
The VE2812T can also function as a video switch by connectin to two sources
and outputtin them to the same format. The VE2812T is desi ned for use in
meetin rooms or di ital education environments where hi h video quality is
required.

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Features
 Extends HDMI or VG signals over a single Cat 5e/6/6a cable
 HDMI (3D, Deep Color, 4K); HDCP compatible
 Superior video quality
 HDMI 4K / 1080p up to 100 m via a Cat 5e/6/6a cable or TEN 2L-2910
Cat 6 cable
 VG 1600 x 1200 / 1920 x 1200 up to 100 m via a Cat 5e/6/6a or TEN
2L-2910 Cat 6 cable
 Supports HDBaseT Long Reach Mode – extends signals up to 150 m,
1080p via a single Cat 5e/6 cable
 Supports uto Switch – the VE2812T automatically switches to a newly
plugged-in source
 Functions as a switch and a converter
 switch: Connects to two source devices (HDMI or VG )
 converter: pplies to receivers with different interfaces (DVI,
DisplayPort, or HDMI)
 Supports RS-232 channel transmission and source switch control
 Compatible receivers – VE1812R, VE811R, VE814 R, VE801R, VE802R,
VE601R, VE901R, or future TEN HDBaseT Receivers
 Supports IR signal frequencies from 30 kHz to 60 kHz
 Plug-and-play with no required software
 Rack-mountable
 Built-in 8KV / 15KV ESD protection