AvLab AcePro-CE25-1 User manual
AcePro-CE25-1
8-Port HDMI 2.0 Splitter with EDID Management
Quick Installation Guide
www.avlab.com.tw
Made in Taiwan
AP4-0098A
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION................................................................................................................2
FEATURES ........................................................................................................................2
PACKAGE CONTENTS......................................................................................................3
SPECIFICATIONS..............................................................................................................3
PANEL DESCRIPTIONS....................................................................................................4
HARDWARE INSTALLATION.............................................................................................5
CONNECTION DIAGRAM..................................................................................................5
NOTICE..............................................................................................................................6
WARRANTY.......................................................................................................................7
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INTRODUCTION
The AcePro-CE25-1 8-Port HDMI 2.0 Splitter with EDID Management provides the most cost
effective and advanced HDMI splitter solution on the market, by which the high definition video and
high quality audio can be transmitted to 8 different locations without losing any quality. AcePro-
CE25-1 supports HDR and the true 4K2K video!
With built-in USB firmware update mechanism, the compatibility among countless HDMI
sources and receivers can be further guaranteed. With the upmost HDR/4K2K@60 4:4:4 8bits and
high definition audio support, AcePro-CE25-1 is suitable for high quality HDMI broadcasting, digital
signage and education applications!
FEATURES
HDMI2.0a compliant
Supports 4K2K@60 4:4:4 8bits
Supports HDR1, which is 4K2K@60 4:2:0 10bits2
HDCP 2.2 and 1.4 compliant
Wide frequency range: 25MHz~600MHz
Video bandwidth: 18Gbps
Supports resolution downscaling from 4K2K to 1080P!
Supports default EDID and EDID learning from display
Supports xvYCC, x.v.Color & Deep Color
Micro-USB firmware update for expanding compatibility
Supports Dolby Digital, DTS-HD and Dolby TrueHD audio
Easy installation
1. HDR = High Dynamic Range.
2. The video bandwidth of 4K2K@60 4:2:0 10bits (HDR) is 384 MHz, and the 4K2K@60 4:4:4
8bits is 594MHz.
!
1. NOT supports
2. AcePro-CE25-1 can bypass 4K HDR data content, but can NOT process it and make HDR
content 100% it into 1080p
(1) Resolution downscaling from 4K2K@60 4:2:2 to 1080P
(2) Frame rate conversion
(3) 4K2K@60 4:2:2 to 4K2K@60 4:2:0
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PACKAGE CONTENTS
1x 8-Port HDMI 2.0 Splitter (AcePro-CE25-1)
1x DC 5V wall wart
2x Screw
1x User Manual
SPECIFICATIONS
Model Name
AcePro-CE25-1
Technical
Role of usage
1x8 Distribution Amplifier (Splitter)
HDMI compliance
HDMI 2.0a
HDCP compliance
HDCP 2.2 / 1.4
Video bandwidth
Single-link 600MHz [18Gbps]
Video support
HDR 4K2K@60(4:2:0 10bits) / 4K2K@60 (4:4:4 8bits)
Audio support
DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby TrueHD Dolby Digital, DTS, LPCM
ESD protection
Human body model ± 15kV [air-gap discharge] & ± 8kV [contact discharge]
Firmware update
Feasible via Micro-USB port
Input
1x HDMI
Output
8x HDMI
HDMI connector
Type A [19-pin female]
Dip switch
EDID Mode selection
Mechanical
Housing
Metal enclosure
Dimensions
232 x 68 x 23mm[9.1" x 2.7" x 0.9"]
Weight
435g[15.3 oz]
Fixedness
Wall-mounting case
Power supply
5V 2A DC
Power consumption
10 Watts [max]
Operation temperature
0~40°C [32~104°F]
Storage temperature
-20~60°C [-4~140°F]
Relative humidity
20~90% RH [no condensation]
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PANEL DESCRIPTIONS
1. Power LED: Lights on when device is ready
2. Signal LED: Input signal LED indicator
3. Signal LED: Output 1-8 signal LED indicator
4. Micro-USB: For technical support only [firmware update]
5. EDID MODE:
0: Ultra HD (4K2K@60) 8/10/12bit 3D HDR video & 7.1ch audio
1: Ultra HD (4K2K@60) 8/10/12bit 3D HDR video & 2ch audio
2: Ultra HD (4K2K@30) (4K2K@60 420) 8/10/12bit 3D HDR video & 7.1ch audio
3: Ultra HD (4K2K@30) (4K2K@60 420) 8/10/12bit 3D HDR video & 2ch audio
4: Full HD (1080p@60) 12bit 3D video & 7.1ch audio
5: Full HD (1080p@60) 8bit 2D video & 2ch audio
6: Learning EDID from output 1
7: Auto EDID analysis learning mode
6. HDMI IN: Connect to a HDMI input source
7. HDMI OUT 1-8: HDMI outputs to HDMI displays [HDMI OUT1: EDID Learn Default]
8. +5V DC: Connect to the +5V DC 2A power supply unit
Automatic EDID learning will detect all the connected HDMI equipped monitors and analyze
all the content of EDID. The EDID with maximal resolution support will be the reference EDID
for incoming HDMI source players.
!
Signal LED light on when device is connect to source and display.
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HARDWARE INSTALLATION
Broadcasts HDMI signal to 8 HDMI displays!
1. Switch off all devices, including monitors.
2. Connect to the displays.
3. Connect an HDMI source (such as a Blu-ray Disc player) to the HDMI In.
4. Plug in 5V DC power supply.
5. Power on the HDMI monitors.
6. Power on the HDMI source.
CONNECTION DIAGRAM
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NOTICE
1.
is that the display has to support at least Full HD. If default Full-HD EDID still cannot work, user
(Please note that the display with lowest resolution must be connected to output 1)
Select to Mode 5 - Full-HD(1080p@60) 8bit 2D video & 2ch audio
(1)
(2) Power on the device
Select to Mode 6 Learning EDID from output 1
(1)
(2) Power on the device
(3) It will automatically learn EDID from output 1
[NOTE]
a. If the user wants to change EDID mode, please power cycle the device after setting rotary switch.
2. mode), experiencing a short period of time without displaying might be expected. The splitter will
do Automatic EDID learning and generate the best EDID among all connected monitors
3. Firmware update is proceeded through Micro-USB.
(1) Save the firmware file (.bin) & software in the same folder.
(2) a) Connect the Micro-USB cable between PC and device, b) power on the device.
(3) Open firmware update software and then device will start to update firmware automatically.
(4) automatically.
(5) Power cycle the device
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WARRANTY
The AceProAV warrants the AcePro-CE25-1 8-Port HDMI 2.0 Splitter with EDID Management
free from defects in the material and workmanship for 1 year from the date of purchase from the
AceProAV or an authorized dealer. Should this product fail to be in good working order within 1 year
warranty period, The AceProAV, at its option, repair or replace the unit, provided that the unit has
not been subjected to accident, disaster, abuse or any unauthorized modifications including static
discharge and power surge. This warranty is offered by the AceProAV for its BUYER with direct
transaction only. This warranty is void if the warranty seal on the metal housing is broken.
Unit that fails under conditions other than those covered will be repaired at the current price of
parts and labor in effect at the time of repair. Such repairs are warranted for 90 days from the day
of reshipment to the BUYER. If the unit is delivered by mail, customers agree to insure the unit or
assume the risk of loss or damage in transit. Under no circumstances will a unit be accepted without
a return authorization number.
The warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied, including without limitations,
any other implied warranty or fitness or merchantability for any particular purpose, all of which are
expressly disclaimed.
Proof of sale may be required in order to claim warranty. Customers outside Taiwan are
responsible for shipping charges to and from the AceProAV. Cables and power adapters are limited
to a 30 day warranty and must be free from any markings, scratches, and neatly coiled.
The content of this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate. However,
The AceProAV assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained in this manual.
The AceProAV will NOT be liable for direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
resulting from any defect or omission in this manual, even if advised of the possibility of such
damages. Also, the technical information contained herein regarding the AcePro-CE25-1 features
and specifications is subject to change without further notice.
Feb, 2020 Ver. A
Copyright ©by AceProAV, LLC. All rights reserved.
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