Atlona AT-HD550 User manual

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User Manual
AtlonA
HDMI to HDMI UP/Down Converter
and Scaler
AT-HD550

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Introduction .................................................. 3
2. Applications .................................................. 3
3. Package Contents .................................................. 3
4. System Requirements .................................................. 3
5. Features .................................................. 3
6. Specication .................................................. 4
7. Hardware Description .................................................. 4
7.1. Front Panel .................................................. 4
7.2. Rear Panel .................................................. 4
7.3. Top Panel .................................................. 5
8. Connection Diagram .................................................. 5
9. Safety Information .................................................. 6
10. Warranty .................................................. 7
11. Atlona Product Registration .................................................. 8

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INTRODUCTION
PACKAGE CONTENTS:
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS:
APPLICATIONS:
FEATURES:
The Atlona AT-HD550 is HDMI up/down converter/scaler is designed to allow user match the native resolution
of the display. HD550 is mainly designed to be used in conjunction with HDMI Matrix Switchers, HDMI Distribu-
tion Ampliers, etc… as some displays within the installation might not support as high of a resolution as other
displays and in order to keep high resolution to the displays that can accept it, the HD550 needs to be attached
to the displays that can’t do it in order to down convert to an acceptable resolution. The supported output resolu-
tions are 1280x800, 1366x768, 1920x1200 and 720p/1080p. The AT-HD550 will accept all incoming resolutions
from 640x480 to 1920x1200 and 480p to 1080p. This unit allows the user to change the resolution of their video
signal with a variety of output resolutions and adjust for the best picture quality.
• HDMI to HDMI scaler box
• 5V DC power adaptor (universal)
• Operation Manual
Input source equipment and output HD display with HDMI connection cables.
• Retail store demo room set-up
• Home video sources displaying on a HDTV
• Low resolution content video or images displaying on a HDTV
• Situations where the incoming video signal needs to match the native resolution of the display
• HDMI 1.3, HDCP 1.1 and DVI 1.0 compliant
• HDCP compliant
• Supports HDMI v1.3 with up top 36-bit deep color mode
• Support HD resolution input: 640x480 ~ 1920x1200 480p@60, 720p@60, 1080p@60
• Support HD resolution output: 1280x800, 1366x768, 1920x1200, 720p, 1080p
• Auto –Detection and Hot plug
• Interlaced to progressive conversion with various picture display supplement

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HARDWARE DESCRIPTION
Frequency Bandwidth 2.25Mbps
Input Port 1 x HDMI
Output Port 1 x HDMI
Dimensions (in.) 4.49” (W) x 2.44” (D) x 1.02” (H)
Power Supply 5V/1A DC (US/EU standards, CE/FCC/UL certied)
Weight (lb) 0.5
Chassis Material Plastic
Silkscreen Color Black
Power Consumption 2.7W
Operating Temperature 0°C~40°C / 32°F~104°F
Storage Temperature - 20°C~60°C / -4°F~140°F
Relative Humidity 20~90% RH (non-condensing)
SPECIFICATIONS:
The following sections describe the hardware components of the unit.
7.1. Front Panel
1. HDMI IN: This slot is where you plug your input source equipment with a HDMI cable for sending the signal
source.
2. DC 5V: This slot is where you plug the 5V DC power supply into the unit and connect the adaptor to an AC
wall outlet.
7.2. Rear Panel
1. HDMI OUT: This slot is where you connect to a HDTV display with a HDMI cable for source signal display.

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7.3. Top Panel
1. Timing button: Press this button once to show both input and output display resolution and while the OSD is
still on the screen press it again to select output resolution from 1280x800, 1366x768, 1920x1200, 720p, 1080p
2. Power LED: This LED will illuminate when power is connected.
CONNECTION DIAGRAM
HDTV / HD Monitor
DVD
STB
Blu-Ray
Front Panel
Rear Panel

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SAFETY INFORMATION
Safeguards
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
expose this product to rain or moisture.
If the wall plug does not t into your local
power socket, hire an electrician to replace
your obsolete socket.
Do not modify the wall plug.
Doing so will void the warranty and safety
features.
This equipment should be installed near
the socket outlet and the device should
be easily accessible in case it requires
disconnection.
Precautions
FCC Regulations state that any
unauthorized changes or modications to
this equipment not expressly approved by
the manufacturer could void the
user’s authority to operate this
equipment.
Operate this product using only the
included external power supply. Use of
other power supplies could impair
performance, damage the product or cause
res.
In the event of an electrostatic discharge,
this device may automatically turn off. If this
occurs, unplug the device, and plug it back
in.
Protect and route power cords so they will
not be stepped on or pinched by anything
placed on or against them. Be especially
careful of plug-ins, or cord exit points from
this product.
Avoid excessive humidity, sudden
temperature changes or temperature
extremes.
Keep this product away from wet locations
such as bathtubs, sinks, laundries, wet
basements and swimming pools.
Use only accessories recommended by
ATLONA to avoid re, shock or other
hazards.
Unplug the product before cleaning. Use
a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use
cleaning uid or aerosols, which could
enter the unit and cause damage, re or
electrical shock. Some substances may
also mar the nish of the product.
Never open or remove unit panels or make
any adjustments not described in this
manual. Attempting to do so could expose
you to dangerous electrical shock or other
hazards. It may also cause damage to your
AT-HD550. Opening the product will void the
warranty.
Do not attempt to service the unit. Instead
disconnect it and contact your Authorized
ATLONA reseller or contact ATLONA
directly.

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1. LIMITED WARRANTY
Atlona Technologies warrants that (a) its products (the “Product”) will perform substantially in accordance with the ac-
companying written materials for a period of 3 YEARS from the date of receipt and (b) that the Product will be free from
defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of 3 years. In the event applicable law
imposes any implied warranties, the implied warranty period is limited to 3 years from the date of receipt. Some jurisdic-
tions do not allow such limitations on duration of an implied warranty, so the above limitation may not apply to Customer.
2. CUSTOMER REMEDIES
Atlona Technologies and its suppliers’ entire liability and Customer’s exclusive remedy shall be, at Atlona Technologies’
option, either return of the price paid for the Product, or repair or replacement of the Product that does not meet this
Limited Warranty and which is returned to Atlona Technologies with a copy of Customer’s receipt. This Limited Warranty
is void if failure of the Product has resulted from accident, abuse, or misapplication. Any replacement Product will be war-
ranted for the remainder of the original warranty period or 3 year, whichever is longer.
3. NO OTHER WARRANTIES
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ATLONA TECHNOLOGIES AND ITS SUPPLIERS
DISCLAIM ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO IM-
PLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, WITH REGARD TO
THE PRODUCT AND ANY RELATED WRITTEN MATERIALS. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES CUSTOMER SPE-
CIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. CUSTOMER MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS DEPENDING ON THE JURISDICTION.
4. NO LIABILITY FOR DAMAGES
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL ATLONA TECHNOLOGIES OR
ITS SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES WHATSOEVER (INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, SPECIAL, IN-
CIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR INDIRECT DAMAGES FOR PERSONAL INJURY, LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS,
BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, LOSS OF BUSINESS INFORMATION, OR ANY OTHER PECUNIARY LOSS) ARISING
OUT OF THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT, EVEN IF ATLONA TECHNOLOGIES HAS BEEN AD-
VISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. IN ANY CASE, ATLONA TECHNOLOGIES’ AND ITS SUPPLIERS’
ENTIRE LIABILITY UNDER ANY PROVISION OF THIS AGREEMENT SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE AMOUNT ACTU-
ALLY PAID BY YOU FOR THE PRODUCT. BECAUSE SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT
APPLY TO YOU.

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