ATEN VC880 HDMI Repeater Plus Audio De-Embedder User Guide
- June 6, 2024
- Aten
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ATEN VC880 HDMI Repeater Plus Audio De-Embedder
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This product is RoHS compliant.
Package Contents
- 1 VC880 HDMI Repeater Plus Audio De-embedder
- 1 Power Adapter
- 1 User Guide
Requirements
Source Devices
HDMI Type A output connector
Receiving Devices
- A display device or receiver with an HDMI Type A input connector
- A/V receiver with TOSLINK / coaxial / RCA input connectors
- Speakers
Cables
- Use HDMI cables to connect the HDMI source and display device to the VC880
- Use appropriate audio cables to connect the A/V receiver / speakers to the VC880.
Note: Cables are not included in this package.
Hardware Review
A. VC880 Front View
- Audio Channel Selection Switch
- Power LED
B. VC880 Rear View
1. Power Jack
2. Firmware Upgrade Semi-Recessed Pushbutton
3. Firmware Upgrade Jack
4. HDMI In Port
5. HDMI Out Port
6. HDMI Audio On/Off Switch
7. Digital Audio Out Port (Optical)
8. Digital Audio Out Port (Coaxial)
9. Stereo Audio Out Ports (RCA)
Hardware Installation
- Before beginning the installation procedure, ensure that all equipment to be connected is powered off.
- To prevent damage to your installation, make sure that all devices are properly grounded.
- Use an HDMI cable to connect your HDMI source device to the VC880’s HDMI In port, located on the unit’s rear panel.
- Use an HDMI cable to connect your HDMI display device to the VC880’s HDMI Out port, located on the unit’s rear panel.
- Use the appropriate cables to connect your A/V receiver/speakers to the VC880’s Digital Audio Out / Stereo Audio Out ports, located on the unit’s rear panel.
- Using the power adapter supplied with this package, connect the VC880 to an AC power outlet.
- Turn on the source, display, and receiving devices.
Basic Operation
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Use the Audio Channel Selection Switch, located on the unit’s front panel, to select your audio source. Options are 2 channel / 5.1 channel / Automatic.
Note: The VC880 supports digital audio (Dolby 5.1, DTS 5.1) and analog audio (stereo) -
Use the HDMI Audio On/Off Switch, located on the unit’s rear panel, to control the audio carried in the repeated HDMI signal.
Note: This switch does not affect the other audio outputs
Firmware Upgrade
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Download the VC880’s latest firmware version from the ATEN website.
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Connect the VC880’s F/W Upgrade port to the computer you downloaded the firmware package to, using a firmware upgrade cable
Note: A firmware upgrade cable is not included in the VC880 package. Please contact your dealer to purchase one. -
Press the VC880’s Firmware Upgrade pushbutton, located on the unit’s rear panel.
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Power off then power on the unit, by unplugging and replugging the power adapter.
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Run the firmware upgrade file, following the on-screen instructions.
Specifications
| Function | VC880 |
|---|
Connectors
| Input| HDMI| 1 x HDMI Female (Black)
Output
| HDMI| 1 x HDMI Female (Black)
Audio
| 1 x TOSLINK (Optical)
1 x RCA (Coaxial)
2 x RCA (Stereo)
Power| 1 x DC Jack
F/W Upgrade| 1 x 4-conductor 3.5 mm Jack
LEDs| Power| 1 x (Green)
Switches
| Audio Channel| 1 x Slide Switch
HDMI Audio On/Off| 1 x Slide Switch
F/W Upgrade| 1 x semi-recessed pushbutton
Video| Up to 1920×1080
Power Consumption| DC5.3V, 0.8W
Environment
| Operation Temp.| 0–50°C
Storage Temp.| -20°–60°C
Humidity| 0–80% RH, Non-condensing
Physical Properties
| Housing| Metal
Weight| 0.46 kg
Dimensions (L x W x H)| 20.00 x 8.20 x 2.50 cm
FCC Information
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna;
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver;
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that which the receiver is connected;
- Consult the dealer/an experienced radio/television technician for help.
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http://support.aten.com
North America:
http://www.aten-usa.com/product_registration
Technical Phone Support
International: 886-2-86926959 North America: 1-888-999-ATEN
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