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    VGA to HDMI Con verter with Scaler VC182 User Manual www.aten.com[...]

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    VC182 User Manual ii EMC Information FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSI ON INTERFERENCE STATEMENT: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Ru les. The se limits ar e designed to provide reasonable prote ction against harmful interference when the equipment is opera[...]

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    VC182 User Manual iii User Information Online Registration Be sure to register your product at our online support center: T elephone Suppo rt For telephone support, call this number: User Notice All information, docum entation, and specifications contained in this manual are subject to change without prior no tification by the manufacturer. The man[...]

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    VC182 User Manual iv Package Content s The VC182 VGA to HDMI Converter with Scaler package consists of:  1 VC182 VGA to HDMI Converter w ith Scaler  1 Software CD  1 Power Adapter  1 User Instruction s* Check to make sure that all the comp onents are present and that nothing got damaged in shipping . If you encounter a problem, contact [...]

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    VC182 User Manual v Content s FCC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii User Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii Online Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ii[...]

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    VC182 User Manual vi Appendix Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23[...]

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    VC182 User Manual vii About this Manual This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your VC182 system. It covers all aspects of insta llation, configuration and operation. An overview of the information found in the manual is provided below. Introduction, introduces you to the VC182 sy stem. Its purpose, features and benefits are pre[...]

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    VC182 User Manual viii Conventions This manual uses the following conven tions: Product Information For information abo ut all ATEN produ cts and how they can help you connect without limits, vi sit ATEN on the Web or contact an ATEN Authorized Reseller. Visit ATEN on the Web for a li st of locations and telephone numbers: Monospaced Indicates text[...]

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    1 Chapter 1 Introduction Overview The VC182 VGA to HDMI Converter with Scaler offers an easy and convenient way of converti ng analog video (VGA) to HDMI. The VC182 enables you to use your existing HDMI display to access VGA content. It supports output resolution s 480p, 720p, 1080p, 1080i, and up to 1900 x 1200 PC resolution. In addi tion, the VC1[...]

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    VC182 User Manual 2 Features  Converts VGA input to HDMI output  Supports analog/digital au dio  Superior video quality – up to 1080p; 1920 x 1200  Scaler – a premium scali ng engine that con verts various video input resolutions into the d isplay's native resolution, while adjusting the pi cture ratio automatically for maxim u[...]

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    Chapter 1. Introduction 3 Requirement s The following equipment is requ ired for a complete VC182 installation: Source Devices(s) The source device should have the following:  HDB-15 male connec tor  3.5 mm stereo jack  RCA female port  PC or laptop with Mini USB port (f or configuratio n via VC182 Util ity To o l ) Display Device  H[...]

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    VC182 User Manual 4 Component s Front V iew No. Component Description 1 Audio In Port Connect your audio source device or PC to this port using a coaxial cable. 2 F/W Upgrade Set this to Off to operate the VC182 in Nor mal Mode. Note: In case the firmware needs to be upgraded, turn the switch On to have the VC182 enter Firmware Upgrade mode. Contac[...]

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    Chapter 1. Introduction 5 Rear View No. Component Description 1 Power Jack Connect the provided power adapter to this power jack to power on the VC182. 2 Firmware Upgrade Port For device configuration via t he utility tool, con nect this port to a PC or laptop using a USB to mini USB cable. 3 Audio In Port Connect your analog stereo audio source de[...]

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    VC182 User Manual 6 This Page Intentionally Left Blank[...]

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    7 Chapter 2 Hardware Setup Mounting For convenience and flexibili ty, the VC182 can be mounted on the wall or a rack. To mount a unit, screw the built-i n brackets into any convenient location on the wall or a rack. 1. Important safety in formation regarding the placement of this device is provided on page 21. Please review it befo re proceeding. 2[...]

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    VC182 User Manual 8 Inst allation Installation of the VC182 is simply a matter of pluggin g in the appropriate cables. To install the VC182, refer to the installation diagram as you perform the following steps: 1. Use an HDB-15 cable to conn ect the VGA source device to the VGA Input po rt on the V C182. 2. Use an HDMI cable to conn ect the display[...]

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    9 Chapter 3 Operation Overview The VC182 VGA to HDMI Converter with Scaler offers easy and flexible operation through its built-i n On-Screen Display (OSD) an d the Utility Tool, which can be installed on a computer co nnected to the VC182’s mini USB port. On-Screen Display (OSD) The built-in OSD can be configured using the VC18 2 front panel pus[...]

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    VC182 User Manual 10 Output Setup In the OSD Menu screen, highlight 1. Output Setup and press the Menu pushbutton to open the Output Set up submenu, as follows: Select the submenu option you want to co nfigure – each option is further discussed in the proceeding sections. Output Resolution You can manually select the screen re solution for the di[...]

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    Chapter 3. Operation 11 Output Mode Select the color space setting for the display. The selection includes RGB and YCbCr422 . Default Patte rn Select the color component for the disp lay. Available options are as follows: Audio Source Select the EDID audio chann el you want the VC182 to use. The selection includes 2ch and 7.1ch . Image In the OSD M[...]

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    VC182 User Manual 12  B/W extension: T urn the black and wh ite extension On or Off . This is set to Off by default.  Color T one: Select the color tone for the display . Options are Off (default), Skin or Green .  Edge Enhance: Select the degree of display image edge enhancements – you can choose: Ty p (typical), Mid (m iddle), Max (max[...]

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    Chapter 3. Operation 13 System In the OSD Menu screen, navigate to 3. Adjustment and press the Menu pushbutton to open the Adjustme nt submenu, as follows: View the current input resolution and firm ware version, as well as reset the VC182 to its factory default set tings.  Input Res. Info: This shows the current input resolution used by the dev[...]

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    VC182 User Manual 14 Utility T ool The VC182 VGA to HDMI Converter with Scaler comes with a software CD that contains the VC182 Utility To ol for quick and easy configuration of th e device. T o manage the V C182 using th e utility tool, connect your computer to the installation vi a the Mini USB port. Insert the softw are CD into the computer’s [...]

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    Chapter 3. Operation 15 You can cycle through the Menu options in the ord er shown in the table below. Menu Page Sub-Menu Page( s) Main screen Com Port Resolution Info Input Port / Output Port Resolution Out Quick Selection Aspect Ratio / Freeze / Blank 1080p60 / 1080i60 / 720p60 / 480p60 Output Setup Output Resolution Output Mode Default Pattern I[...]

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    VC182 User Manual 16 Output Setup Select the Output Resolut ion , Output Mode and Default Pattern that you want the VC182 to use. Output Resolution From the drop down m enu, select the screen resoluti on that you want to u se for your display. Some of the av ailable options are as follows: Click the Apply button to use the value entered. SD (480p) [...]

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    Chapter 3. Operation 17 Output Mode From the drop down menu, select the color space setting for your display. Choices include RGB, YC444 and YC422 . Click the Apply button to use the value entered. Default Patte rn From the drop down menu, select the colo r component for your displ ay. Available options are as follows: Click the Apply button to use[...]

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    VC182 User Manual 18  For the following opti ons, use the left and right screen buttons to increase or decrease the value.  B/W extension: T urn the black and wh ite extension On or Off . This is set to Off by default.  Color T one: Select the color tone for the display . Options are Off (default), Skin or Green .  Edge Enhance: Select [...]

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    Chapter 3. Operation 19 picture area either to th e left or right (for Input H Adj and I nput V Adj ) of the screen.  Aspect Ratio : Select the aspect ratio fo r the display . Options are 4:3 (default) or 16:9 .  For H-Mirr or and V -Mirror , select whether the functio n is On or Off .  Click the Apply button(s) to use the values entered. [...]

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    VC182 User Manual 20 Powering Off and Rest arting If you power off the VC182, follows thes e steps before powering it on again: 1. Power off the attached devices. 2. Unplug the power adapter cable from the VC182. 3. W ait 10 seconds, and then plug the power adapter cable back in. 4. After the VC182 is powered on, pow er on the attached devices.[...]

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    21 Appendix Safety Instructions General  Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference.  Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device.  This product is for indoor use only .  Do not place the device on any unstable surf ace (cart, stand, table, etc.). If the device falls, serious damage wi ll result.  Do[...]

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    VC182 User Manual 22  Never push objects of any kind into or through cabinet slots. They may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts resu lting in a risk of fire or electrical shock.  Do not attempt to service the device yoursel f. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.  If the following conditions occur , unplug the[...]

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    Appendix 23 T echnical Support International  For online technical supp ort – including troubleshooting, docum entation, and software updates: http://eservice.aten.com  For telephone support, see Tel ephone Support , page iii: North America When you contact us, please have the following information ready beforehand:  Product model number[...]

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    VC182 User Manual 24 Specifications Function VC182 Connectors Input Video In 1 x HDB-15 female (Black) Digital Coaxial Audio 1 x RCA female (Y ellow) Analog S tereo Audio 1 x Mini S tereo jack (Black) Output HDMI Out 1 x HDMI T ype A female Power Jack 1 x DC jack Firmware Upgrade 1 x Mini USB port Switches Down 1 x Pushbutton Up 1 x Pushbutton Menu[...]

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    Appendix 25 Limited W arranty IN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR'S LIABILI TY EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT FROM DIRE CT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, I NCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESUL TING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, DISK, OR ITS DOCUMENTATION. The direct vendor makes no warranty or represen tation, expressed, implie d, or statutory[...]