Atlona AT-RON-448 User manual

Installation Guide
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AT-RON-448
4K HDR Eight-Output HDMI Distribution Amplier
AT-RON-448
The Atlona Rondo™ series are HDMI distribution ampliers for high dynamic range (HDR)
formats. They are HDCP 2.2 compliant and support 4K/UHD video @ 60 Hz with 4:4:4 chroma
sampling, as well as HDMI data rates up to 18 Gbps. The Rondo series are ideal for applications
requiring the latest as well as emerging 4K/UHD and HDR sources and displays. They are
compatible with all video resolutions, audio formats, and color space formats supported in the
HDMI 2.0a specication, plus the ability to pass metadata for HDR content. The Rondo Series
HDMI distribution ampliers include EDID management features, front panel LED indicators
for power and signal status, and the capability to cascade several units without compromising
performance.
Package Contents
1 x AT-RON-448
1 x 5 V DC power supply
1 x Captive screw connector, 5-pin
2 x Rack ears
4 x Rubber feet
4 x Screws
1 x Installation guide
IMPORTANT: Visit http://www.atlona.com/product/AT-RON-448 for the latest rmware
updates.

Installation Guide
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AT-RON-448
OUTPUT
1 2 3 4
DC 5V
BACKUP
DC 5V
MAINANALOG S/PDIF
HDMI IN
AT-RON-448
FW
-
-
L R
+
+
5 6 7 8
AT-RON-448 EDID
INT LEARN
123 4 5 6 7 8
SYNC
POWER
BM
OUTPUT
1 2 3 4
DC 5V
BACKUP
DC 5V
MAINANALOG S/PDIF
HDMI IN
AT-RON-448
FW
-
-
L R
+
+
5 6 7 8
AT-RON-448 EDID
INT LEARN
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
SYNCPOWER
BM
1 POWER
This M LED indicator will glow solid
red when the MAIN power supply is
connected. The B LED indicator will glow
solid red when a backup power supply
is connected to the BACKUP power
receptacle.
2 SYNC
This LED indicator will glow solid blue
when an active source is detected on the
HDMI IN port.
3 Output Indicators
These LED indicator will glow solid blue
when a display or other sink device is
connected to the HDMI OUT ports.
4 INT
This LED indicator glows solid blue when
the unit is using the built-in EDID.
5 LEARN
This LED indicator glows solid blue when
the unit is in “EDID learn” mode.
6 EDID button
Press this button to switch between
“internal” and “learn” modes.
7 FW
Connect a mini USB cable to this port to
update the rmware.
8 HDMI IN
Connect an HDMI cable from this port to a
UHD/HD source.
9 ANALOG
Connect the included 5-pin captive screw
connector to this port to de-embed the
input audio to an analog output device.
10 SPDIF
Connect an RCA-type cable from this port
to de-embed the input audio to a digital
output device.
11 HDMI OUT 1 - 8
Connect an HDMI cable from each of
these ports to a display or other sink
device.
12 DC 5V
Two power receptacles are provided:
BACKUP and MAIN. If not using power
supply redundancy, connect the included
power supply to the MAIN power
receptacle. If using a backup power
supply (not included), then connect the
backup power supply from the BACKUP
power receptacle to an electrical outlet
that is on a dierent circuit than the main
power supply. Additional power supplies
can be purchased through Atlona.
31 2 4
6
5
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Panel Descriptions
11 12

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AT-RON-448
1. Connect an HDMI cable from the UHD/HD source to the HDMI IN port on the AT-RON-448.
2. Connect up to eight display/sink devices to the HDMI OUT ports on the rear panel of the
AT-RON-448.
3. OPTIONAL: Connect the included 5-pin captive screw connector from the ANALOG port to
the input of an analog output device. Refer to the wiring instructions in the diagram above.
4. OPTIONAL: Connect an RCA-type cable from the SPDIF connector to the digital input of
output device.
5. Connect the included power supply to the DC 5V power receptacle.
Installation
Analog Audio De-Embedding
The AT-RON-448 provides the ability to de-embed two-channel balanced or unbalanced analog
audio on the ANALOG port, using the included 5-pin captive screw connector. This step is
optional.
Use wire strippers to remove enough insulation to allow each wire to be securely fastened to
each terminal of the captive screw connector block and connect the wires as shown.
GND
Side View Side View
-
+
GND
+
-
NOTE: If not using power supply redundancy, connect the included power
supply to the MAIN power receptacle. If using a backup power supply (not
included), then connect the backup power supply from the BACKUP power
receptacle to an electrical outlet that is on a dierent circuit than the main power
supply. Additional power supplies can be purchased through Atlona.
1 2
3
1 2
3
GND GND
+
-+
-
Balanced
Unbalanced

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AT-RON-448
The AT-RON-448 provides two rack ears, which can be used to mount the unit in a standard rack
unit.
Mounting Instructions
The AT-RON-448 provides two EDID modes: internal (INT) and LEARN. Internal mode selects
the highest common resolution and audio between the source and all displays.
LEARN mode will copy the EDID information of the display/sink connected to the HDMI OUT 1
port.
To learn and EDID from the connected sink, press and hold the EDID button. While the EDID is
being learned, the LEARN LED will blink. EDID learn is complete when the LEARN LED glows
solid blue.
EDID
NOTE: 4K, 3D, and multichannel audio may not be available when using INT
(internal) EDID mode. When using this mode, the AT-RON-448 will build an
EDID, based on the capabilities of each display that is connected.
1. Remove the front two case screws from the sides of the case.
Rack installation
EDID
INT LEARN
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SYNC
POWER
BM
AT-RON-448 EDID
INT LEARN
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SYNC
POWER
BM

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AT-RON-448
EDID
INT LEARN
12345678
SYNC
POWER
BM
AT-RON-448 EDID
INT LEARN
12345678
SYNC
POWER
BM
EDID
INT LEARN
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SYNC
POWER
BM
AT-RON-448 EDID
INT LEARN
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SYNC
POWER
BM
2. Attach the included rack ears to each side of the AT-RON-448 using the case screws.
3. Install the AT-RON-448 into a rack, using four rack screws.

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AT-RON-448
Free-standing
The AT-RON-448 can be placed freestanding on top of a desk, a table, or in a cabinet. To prevent
damage to the surfaces or unnecessary movement of the unit, four feet have been included.
1. Turn the unit upside down.
2. Install each foot using the included feet screws, the rubber grips of the feet should be facing
up during installation.
3. Turn the unit right-side up and place it in the desired location.
AT-RON-448 EDID
INT LEARN
12345678
SYNC
POWER
BM

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AT-RON-448
Connection Diagram
Laptop
8x
HD/UHD Displays
AT-RON-448
EDID
INT LEARN
12345678
SYNC
POWER
BM
AT-RON-448 EDID
INT LEARN
12345678
SYNC
POWER
B
M
HDMI
HDMI
HDMI
HDMI
HDMI
HDMI
HDMI
HDMI
HDMI

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AT-RON-448
Troubleshooting
Problem Solution
How do I perform a
rmware update on the
AT-RON-448
If updated rmware is available, both rmware and update
instructions can be found under the Firmware tab of each of
the following links. Note that if new rmware is not available,
then the Firmware tab will not be displayed.
http://www.atlona.com/product/AT-RON-448
Does the Rondo
series provide external
automation control?
No.
3D content is not being
displayed.
• If using INT (internal) EDID mode, all connected displays
must be able to display 3D content. If only one of the
connected displays is not 3D-capable, then none of the
displays will show 3D content.
• To pass 3D content when not all displays support 3D,
connect a 3D display to Output 1, then use the “learn
EDID” procedure.
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