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Introduction

Overview

The ATEN VS1814T / VS1818T 4/8-Port HDMI over single Cat 5 Splitter is a fast and efficient way of switching digital high definition video from one input source to 4/8 displays located up to 100m away. It implements HDBaseT extension technology to connect the VS1814T / VS1818T to receiver units over one single Cat 5e cable in order to transmit rich HDMI multimedia content in real time.

You can connect up to 4 (VS1814T) or 8 (VS1818T) HDMI Receivers (such as VE812R) to a unit. The built-in RS-232 port on the VS1814T / VS1818T rear panel allows connected units to be controlled through a high-end controller or PC.

The VS1814T / VS1818T supports up to 4k2k HDTV resolution, as well as up to 1920 x 1200 PC resolution. It is equipped with an EDID selection method, providing constant and reliable EDID data for the HDMI source device to efficiently optimize video resolution.

The VS1814T / VS1818T HDMI Splitter is HDCP (High Bandwidth Digital Content Protection) compliant and compatible with a wide range of ATEN devices (switches, matrix, converters, and so on). It supports all HDMI- enabled equipment, such as DVD players, satellite set-top boxes and all HDMI displays, making it an effective solution in broadcasting applications, digital signage and educational settings.

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