A-NEUVIDEO ANI-HDAINSERT4K6 4K UHD+ HDMI Audio Inserter Instruction Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

ANI-HDAINSERT4K6

4K UHD+ HDMI Audio Inserter

A-NeuVideo.com
Frisco, Texas 75036

SAFETY INFORMATION

1. To ensure the best results from this product, please read this manual and all other documentation before operating your equipment. Retain all documentation for future reference.
2. Follow all instructions printed on unit chassis for proper operation.
3. To reduce the risk of fire, do not spill water or other liquids into or on the unit, or operate the unit while standing in liquid.
4. Make sure power outlets conform to the power requirements listed on the back of the unit. Keep unit protected from rain, water and excessive moisture.
5. Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents or aerosol cleaners, as this may damage the unit. Dust with a clean dry cloth.
6. Do not use the unit if the electrical power cord is frayed or broken. The power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords and plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.
7. Do not force switched or external connections in any way. They should all connect easily, without needing to be forced.
8. Always operate the unit with the AC ground wire connected to the electrical system ground. Precautions should be taken so that the means of grounding of a piece of equipment is not defeated.
9. AC voltage must be correct and the same as that printed on the rear of the unit. Damage caused by connection to improper AC voltage is not covered by any warranty.
10. Turn power off and disconnect unit from AC current before making connections.
11. Never hold a power switch in the “ON” position.
12. This unit should be installed in a cool dry place, away from sources of excessive heat, vibration, dust, moisture and cold. Do not use the unit near stoves, heat registers, radiators, or other heat producing devices.
13. Do not block fan intake or exhaust ports. Do not operate equipment on a surface or in an environment which may impede the normal flow of air around the unit, such as a bed, rug, carpet, or completely enclosed rack. If the unit is used in an extremely dusty or smoky environment, the unit should be periodically “blown free” of foreign dust and matter.
14. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. There are no user serviceable parts inside.
15. When moving the unit, disconnect input ports first, then remove the power cable; finally, disconnect the interconnecting cables to other devices.
16. Do not drive the inputs with a signal level greater than that required to drive equipment to full output.
17. The equipment power cord should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.
18. Save the carton and packing material even if the equipment has arrived in good condition. Should you ever need to ship the unit, use only the original factory packing.
19. Service Information Equipment should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:
    A. The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged.
    B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the equipment.
    C. The equipment has been exposed to rain.
    D. The equipment does not appear to operate normally, or exhibits a marked change in performance.
    E. The equipment has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.

THIS SAFETY INFORMATION IS OF A GENERAL NATURE AND MAY BE SUPERSEDED BY INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED WITHIN THIS MANUAL.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Please read all instructions before attempting to unpack, install or operate this equipment and before connecting the power supply. Please keep the following in mind as you unpack and install this equipment:

• Always follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock and injury to persons.
• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain, moisture or install this product near water.
• Never spill liquid of any kind on or into this product.
• Never push an object of any kind into this product through any openings or empty slots in the unit, as you may damage parts inside the unit.
• Do not attach the power supply cabling to building surfaces.
• Use only the supplied power supply unit (PSU). Do not use the PSU if it is damaged.
• Do not allow anything to rest on the power cabling or allow any weight to be placed upon it or any person walk on it.
• To protect the unit from overheating, do not block any vents or openings in the unit housing that provide ventilation and allow for sufficient space for air to circulate around the unit.

DISCLAIMERS

The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate. We assume no responsibility for any infringements of patents or other rights of third parties which may result from its use.

We assume no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained in this document. We make no commitment to update or to keep current the information contained in this document.

We reserve the right to make improvements to this document and/or product at any time and without notice.

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© Copyright 2020. All Rights Reserved.
Version 1.0 JUNE 2020

TRADEMARK ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

All products or service names mentioned in this document may be trademarks of the companies with which they are associated.

INTRODUCTION

The ANI-HDAINSERT4K6 Audio Inserter is designed to insert an external audio signal (analog or digital) into any HDMI or DVI source signal to generate an HDMI compliant output with new audio. Both stereo LPCM 2.0 and multi-channel Bitstream audio is supported for insertion and the preferred source can be selected with a simple switch. Both the input and output HDMI ports support 4K UHD resolutions up to 4K@60Hz (4:4:4, 8-bit) and are capable of providing high quality audio and video performance. This unit supports passthrough of HD and standard Bitstream formats as well as LPCM 7.1 with audio sampling rates up to 192kHz. Built-in EDID management support allows the user select from multiple EDIDs and, with the use of optional PC software, to upload, download, or edit EDID files. This product has a 3 year warranty.

PACKAGE CONTENTS

Before attempting to use this unit, please check the packaging and make sure the following items are contained in the shipping carton:

• ANI-HDAINSERT4K6 HDMI Audio Inserter
• 5V/2.6A DC Power Adapter
• Users Guide

FEATURES

• HDMI input and output with 18Gbps (600MHz) 4K UHD support
• DVI 1.0 compatible with the use of an HDMI-DVI adaptor
• HDCP 1.4 and 2.2 compliant
• Supports HD resolutions up to 3840×2160@60 Hz (4:4:4, 8-bit) & 4096×2160@60Hz (4:4:4, 8-bit)
• Supports 48-bit Deep Color up to 1080p@60Hz
• Supports passthrough of LPCM 7.1, Bitstream and HD Bitstream audio formats over HDMI
• Supports embedding external audio sources (analog stereo or digital S/PDIF) into an existing HDMI source, or adding audio to a DVI source (output as HDMI)
• Supports HDMI audio sampling rates up to 192kHz
• Supports the following S/PDIF audio sampling rates: 32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 192kHz
• Provides EDID management with EDID bypass and 2 user modifiable EDIDs
• PC based EDID management tool support
• Outputs a 720p60 color bar pattern when no input is connected
• Supports RS-232 style control via a Virtual COM port over USB

APPLICATIONS

• Combines external audio and DVI video (via DVI to HDMI adaptor) to be output as an HDMI signal
• Replaces audio in the original HDMI signal with an external audio source
• AV system integration and home theater installation
• HDMI/DVI EDID management

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

• HDMI source equipment such as a media player, video game console or set-top box.
• HDMI receiving equipment such as an HDTV, monitor or audio amplifier.
• The use of “ Premium High Speed HDMI ” cables is highly recommended.

SPECIFICATIONS

• HDMI Bandwidth: 600MHz/18Gbps

• Input Ports:
  • HDMI
  • Optical (S/PDIF)
  • (2) RCA (Stereo)

• Output Port: HDMI

• Control Interface: USB Mini-B

• HDMI Cable Length: 32 ft / 10M (1080p@60Hz, 12-bit) 9 ft / 3M (4K@60Hz, 4:4:4, 8-bit)

• Baud Rate: Up to 115200bps

• Power Supply: 5V/2.6A DC (US/EU standards, CE/FCC/UL certified)

• ESD Protection Human Body Model:
  • ±8kV (Air Discharge)
  • ±4kV (Contact Discharge)

• Dimensions (WxHxD): 5 x 1 x 4.25 in (128 x 25 x 108mm) [Case Only] / 5 x 1 x 4.6 in (128 x 25 x 118mm) [All Inclusive]

• Weight: 12.6 oz / 358g

• Chassis Material: Metal

• Silkscreen Color: Black

• 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)

• Power Consumption: 3.78W

As product improvements are continuous, specifications are subject to change without notice.

OPERATION CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS

FRONT PANEL

(1) POWER: Press this button to power the unit on or off.

(2) POWER: This LED will be lit when the unit is receiving power.
Note: Press and hold the Power button for 3 seconds (until the LEDs begin flashing) to perform a factory reset.

(3) LINK: This LED will illuminate to indicate that a live source has been detected on the input port. When no source is detected the LED will remain off.

(4) AUDIO LOCK: The LED will illuminate when a live non-LPCM source (typically Bitstream) has been detected.
Note: When this LED is lit, please ensure that the connected HDMI display device supports the Bitstream audio format being inserted.

(5) BYPASS/OPTICAL & L/R: This switch selects the source of the audio to be embedded in the HDMI output. “ BYPASS ” passes the audio directly from the HDMI input to the HDMI output without modification. “ OPTICAL ” embeds the audio from the optical S/PDIF audio input (LPCM 2.0 or Bitstream). “ L/R ” embeds the audio from the analog stereo inputs (LPCM 2.0 only).

(6) SERVICE: This slot is for EDID management, control and firmware update use. Connect directly to your PC/laptop using a standard Mini-USB cable to connect using the PC software or to send commands (via virtual COM port).

BACK PANEL

(1) HDMI IN: Connect to HDMI source equipment such as a media player, game console or set-top box.

(2) HDMI OUT: Connect to an HDMI TV, monitor or amplifier for digital video and audio output (LPCM up to 7.1, Bitstream, HD Bitstream).

(3) OPTICAL IN: Connect to the optical audio output of a device such as an AV receiver, CD player, or DVD player.
L/R IN: Connect to the stereo analog output of a device such as a CD player, PC or DVD player.

(4) DC 5V: Plug the 5V DC power adapter into the unit and connect it to an AC wall outlet for power.

VIRTUAL COM PORT CONTROL

Available values for N1 :
1 [Follow Input] 2 [Follow Output] 3 [Apple Mode]
HDCPIN ?| Show the current HDCP handling mode.
EDIDIN N1| Set the EDID to use with the HDMI input.
Available values for N1 :
1 [FHD/2CH]                       5 [4K UHD+/2CH] 2 [FHD/MCH] 6 [4K UHD+/MCH] 3 [4K UHD/2CH]                7 [User EDID] 4 [4K UHD/MCH] 8 [Sink’s EDID]
EDIDIN ?| Set the console text echo mode behavior.
Available values for N1 :
0 [Text echoing is off] 1 [Text echoing is on]
ECHO ?| Show the current text echoing mode.
FADEFAULT| Reset the unit to the factory defaults.
VER| Show the unit’s current firmware version.
REBOOT| Reboot the unit.

Note: Commands will not be executed unless followed by a carriage return. Commands are not case-sensitive.

EDID COMMANDS

1. This unit uses an EDID Management application which allows the user to copy the EDID from an attached display, edit an existing EDID file stored on the PC or create a basic EDID from scratch. The EDID can then be uploaded to the unit for use.
2. Please obtain the EDID Management software from your authorized dealer and save it in a directory where you can easily find it.
3. Before connecting the unit to your PC, please install the appropriate Virtual COM Port Driver depending on your Windows version. Next, install the EDID Management software.
4. After the installation has successfully completed, an icon for it will appear on the windows desktop. Launch the software by double clicking on the icon and the EDID Management device detection window will open up on your screen.

5. After launching the software, power the unit on and then connect it to the PC/laptop using a USB cable. Click on the “ Search ” button and any detected units will be displayed in the list. Clicking on a detected unit will open the EDID Commander window.

EDID CONTROLLER TAB

• Mode Select: The currently selected EDID is displayed here and can be changed by selecting from any of the available EDID options.

• There are six pre-defined “ Internal ” EDIDs, an “ External ” EDID which passes the EDID from the connected display, and a “ User ” EDID which is user replaceable.
• To return the User EDID to its original value, please perform a factory reset on the unit.

EDID COMMANDS

• The six Internal EDIDs are:
  • FHD/2CH…………….. 1080p@60Hz with LPCM 2.0
  • FHD/MCH…………… 1080p@60Hz with LPCM 7.1 & Bitstream
  • 4K UHD/2CH……….. 4K@30Hz with LPCM 2.0
  • 4K UHD/MCH………. 4K@30Hz with LPCM 7.1 & Bitstream
  • 4K UHD+/2CH……… 4K@60Hz (4:4:4, 8-bit) with LPCM 2.0
  • 4K UHD+/MCH……. 4K@60Hz (4:4:4, 8-bit) with LPCM 7.1 & Bitstream

• Save/Upload/Analysis: EDIDs may be saved to a PC, uploaded from a PC or analyzed.

• Save: Any EDID from the unit or the connected HDMI display can be saved to your PC as a *.bin file by selecting the EDID source from the drop down menu and then clicking the “ Save ” icon.
• Upload: Previously saved EDID files (*.bin format) can be reuploaded into the unit by selecting the User EDID to replace from the dropdown and then clicking the “ Upload ” icon. Before accepting the upload, the software will check and verify that the EDID’s header and checksum values are acceptable.
• Analysis: To analyze any EDID stored within the unit, select the EDID to view from the dropdown and click on the “ Analysis ” icon.

EDID CREATER TAB

• Select: Click on the EDID Creator tab to begin designing a new EDID from scratch (select the “ New ” icon), to modify an existing EDID stored on the PC as a .bin file (select the “ Load ” icon) or to edit an EDID copied from the unit via the EDID Analyzer’s edit option.

• Selecting “ New ” will automatically populate the various EDID fields with basic information that can be easily edited to match the user’s preferences.
• Clicking on the “ Load ” icon will open a file load window and after the *.bin file has been selected and loaded the EDID fields will be populated with the information from that file. The same will happen when the EDID is copied from the EDID Analyzer window.

EDID COMMANDS

• Edit: The following tabs provide access to a wide range of EDID information which can be edited:

• Descriptor: This tab allows for the editing of various description and information fields within the EDID file such as Manufacturer Name, Monitor Name, etc.
• PC Timing & SD/HD/UHD: These tabs allow for the selection of the resolutions and refresh rates that the EDID will report as supported.
• Audio1 & Audio2: These tabs allow for the selection of which audio formats, audio frequencies, channels and speaker locations are supported.
• Color Space: This tab allows for the selection of which color formats and bit depths are supported, including BT.2020 and HDR support options.
• Others: This tab contains options for supporting 3D and defining the CEC Address.

Once the user is finished editing or creating an EDID it can be saved to a *.bin file locally or uploaded directly to the unit using the ” Save ” and ” Upload ” icons respectively.

SYSTEM TAB

• Configuration & Firmware: Select the System tab to edit the unit’s description (select the ” Rename ” icon), to reset the unit to factory defaults (select the ” Reset ” icon) and to view the unit’s current hardware and firmware version information.

VIRTUAL COM PORT SETTINGS / VIDEO SPECIFICATIONS

VIRTUAL COM PORT SETTINGS

VIRTUAL COMPORT SETTINGS

Baud Rate| 115200
Data Bits| 8
Parity| None
Stop Bits| 1
Flow Control| None

VIDEO SPECIFICATIONS

Standard Resolution Support

640×480| 60, 72, 75, 85
800×600| 56, 60, 72, 75, 85
1024×768| 60, 70, 75, 85
1280×720| 50, 60
1280×768| 60, 75, 85
1280×800| 60
1280×1024| 60
1360×768| 60
1600×1200| 60
1920×1200| 60 (RB)
720x480p| 60
720x576p| 50
1280x720p| 60
1920x1080i| 50, 60
1920x1080p| 24, 25, 30, 50, 60
3840x2160p (YUV 4:2:0)| 50, 60
4096x2160p (YUV 4:2:0)| 50, 60
3840x2160p| 24, 25, 30, 50, 60
4096x2160p| 24, 25, 30, 50, 60

AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS

Input/Output Audio Analysis:

HDMI
Level| 0~-1dB
Frequency| <0.01%
Frequency Response| ±1dBFS
SNR| SNR >80dB
Crosstalk| <-80dB

Audio Sampling Rates:

CONNECTION DIAGRAM

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF USE

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