Ecler VEO-SPH42 User Manual

1. IMPORTANT REMARK

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

WARNING (If applicable): The terminals marked with symbol of [electric-symbol] may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock. The external wiring connected to the terminals requires installation by an instructed person or the use of ready-made leads or cords.

WARNING: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture.

WARNING: An apparatus with Class I construction shall be connected to a mains socket-outlet with a protective earthing connection.

2. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at the plugs, convenience receptacles, and at the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Unplug the apparatus during lightening sorts or when unused for long periods of time.
13. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
14. Disconnecting from mains: Switching off the POWER switch all the functions and light indicators of the amplifier will be stopped, but fully disconnecting the device from mains is done unplugging the power cord from the mains input socket. For this reason, it always shall remain readily operable.
15. Equipment is connected to a socket-outlet with earthing connection by means of a power cord.
16. The marking information is located at the bottom of apparatus.
17. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on apparatus.

NOTE: 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 Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

WARNING: This product must not be discarded, under any circumstance, as unsorted urban waste. Take to the nearest electrical and electronic waste treatment centre.

NEEC AUDIO BARCELONA, S.L. accepts no liability for any damage that may be caused to people, animal or objects due to failure to comply with the warnings above.

3. IMPORTANT NOTE

Thank you for choosing our VEO-SPH42 distribution amplifier/splitter. It is VERY IMPORTANT to carefully read this manual and to fully understand its contents before making any connection in order to maximize your use and get the best performance from this equipment.

To ensure optimal operation of this device, we strongly recommend that its maintenance be carried out by our authorised Technical Services.

All ECLER products are covered by warranty, please refer to www.ecler.com or the warranty card included with this product for the period of validity and conditions.

4. INTRODUCTION

Ecler VEO-SPH42 is a professional 1x2 HDMI 2.0 distribution amplifier/splitter. It supports HDR formats and HDMI data rate up to 18Gbps, with 4K/UHD@60Hz video resolution and 4:4:4 chroma sampling. It includes EDID management in three different modes and it is HDCP 2.2 compliant. VEO-SPH42 guarantees seamless integration for all applications that require latest 4K/UHD and HDR sources and displays.

Features:

• Simultaneously displays Ultra Hi-Definition source on up to two Ultra HD displays
• Supports resolution up to Ultra HD 4Kx2K (4096x2160@60Hz YUV 4:4:4)
• Three EDID setting modes
• HDCP 2.2/1.4 Compliant
• Supports 36 bit Deep Color
• Supports LPCM 7.1, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby digital Plus, and DTS-HD Master Audio
• Supports HDR and 3D content
• Supports up to 18Gbps video data rate

5. PACKAGE CONTENTS

• 1 x HDMI Distribution Amplifier/Splitter
• 1 x DC 5V 1A International Power Supply

6. PANEL DESCRIPTION

Front and Rear Panel

A compact, black Ecler VEO-SPH42 distribution amplifier/splitter unit with front panel controls and ports labeled 'Auto', 'Copy', 'L-Mixed', 'Out', 'Power 1', '2', 'HDMI Out2', 'HDMI Out1', 'HDMI In', and 'Power/Firmware'.

1. EDID Function Switch: Copy mode
   In this mode display connected to Out1 will receive a copy of EDID information negotiated by Out2.
2. EDID Function Switch: Auto mode
   EDID information is managed by VEO-SPH42 as listed in table in paragraph 7.
3. EDID Function Switch: Mixed mode
   EDID settings will follow the highest common resolution supported by display connected to Out2, in order to ensure compatibility between all displays.
4. Power LED Indicator
5. HDMI Output link Indicator
6. HDMI Output ports
7. HDMI Input port
8. 5V DC Power Micro USB Connector

7. CONNECTION AND INSTALLATION

1. Connect HDMI signal source (such as PC, Blu-ray player, etc) to VEO-SPH42 HDMI input port.
2. Connect VEO-SPH42 HDMI output ports to displays.
3. Power up VEO-SPH42, displays and sources.

Note:

• HDCP version is prior to EDID: when source is HDCP 2.2 compliant, the 4K@60Hz EDID settings will be accepted only if displays are HDCP 2.2 compliant, otherwise output will be set automatically to 1080p@60Hz.
• HDR formats are not supported when VEO-SPH42 is in “Auto” mode.

Compatibility Table:

Application Diagram

A diagram showing an 'HDMI SOURCE' connected via HDMI to the 'HDMI In' port of the Ecler VEO-SPH42 unit. The unit has two 'HDMI Out' ports, each connected to a '4K TV' display.

9. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS