User Manual HDMI Recorder, Writer and Hot Plug Simulator with RS232 control AT-HDSync Toll free: 1-877-536-3976 Local: 1-408-962-0515 www.atlona.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Introduction .................................................. 2 2. Features .................................................. 2 3. Package Contents .................................................. 2 4. Specifications .................................................. 3 5. Panel Description .................................................. 4 6. Installation .................................................. 5 7. Software Operation ..................
INTRODUCTION Atlona Technologies AT-HDSync HDMI™ EDID Recorder-Writer with Serial Control is a device that can emulate the EDID (Extended Display Identification Data) information. It stores and recalls a default EDID setting in nonvolatile memory and supports HDCP handshaking. ATHDSync allows your HDMI™ source boot directly from AT-HDSync, and users can detach HDMI™ monitor at any time while installing AT-HDSync between HDMI™ source and monitor.
SPECIFICATIONS Model Name Technical HDMI™ compliance DVI compliance HDCP compliance Video bandwidth Video support Input Output HDMI™ connector RS-232 connector Flash EEPROM Mechanical Housing Dimensions Model [L x W x H] Package Weight Model Fixedness Power supply Power consumption Operation temperature Storage temperature Relative humidity Toll free: 1-877-536-3976 Local: 1-408-962-0515 AT-HDSync HDMI™ 1.3c DVI 1.
PANEL DESCRIPTION Display Side 1 2 3 1. Connect to a 5V DC power supply unit. 2. Red light indicates the power on/off status. Green light indicates if the AT-HDSync is in the process of reading or writing EDID or sync detection. 3. Connect to a HDMI™ display. Source and Control Side 1 2 3 1. Connect to a PC for RS-232 serial control to read/write EDIDs from/ to the display 2. Connect to a HDMI™ source device so the AT-HDSync will be the bridge between the HDMI™ source and display 3.
INSTALLATION I. Read the EDID manually from a HDMI™ monitor or projector 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Connect the HDMI™ display device to the AT-HDSync via the DISPLAY port. Plug in the 5V DC power supply unit. Set AT-HDSync to MODE 6. The EDID reading sequence is done when the green LED lights off. Switch the rotary switch back to MODE 0-4 based on your system setting. DO NOT let the rotary arrow pass by Mode 5 which will erase the EDID just learned and restore the default EDID. II.
SOFTWARE OPERATION Before running the software, please make sure the rotary switch is set to MODE 7. 1) Getting started 1. Firstly, make sure of the correct setup, and click on If the installation is done successfully, the following pop-up message window will show up to indicate the RS-232 serial port is automatically detected and successfully connected. 2. If the error message as shown below appears, inappropriate setup has occurred. Check at the power supply and RS-232 serial port connection.
2) Read EDID from AT-HDSync 1. If users would like to read EDID info from the AT-HDSync, simply click ”Read Machine EDID.” You can see the following message to inform you the correct reading of the EDID has been done. 2. Click and make a quick analysis on the EDID information just read, which users are capable of monitoring or modifying. 3. To save the EDID information for your future reference, please click . The pop-up window will guide you to save the EDID information within the PC.
4) Write EDID into a HDMI™ monitor/projector Executing “HDMI Monitor Writer” might cause damage to your monitor’s EDID. For instance, the sudden power surge or the disconnection of the serial port while updating EDID may result in an incomplete update process. Therefore, it is not recommended to use this function. If users would like to update the monitor’s EDID content and acknowledge such risk, please make a backup copy of the original EDID, and make sure there is no damage to your monitor’s EDID. 1.
SAFETY INFORMATION Safeguards To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture Do not modify the wall plug. Doing so will void the warranty and safety features. If the wall plug does not fit into your local power socket, hire an electrician to replace your obsolete socket. This equipment should be installed near the socket outlet and the device should be easily accessible in the case it requires disconnection.
WARRANTY Limited Warranty Atlona Technologies warrants that (a) its products (the AT-HDSync) will perform substantially in accordance with the accompanying 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.
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