The ATEN VC1280 is a user-friendly device that simply connects HDMI and VGA sources to one HDMI display or projector. Apart from being compliant with HDCP 1.4 the VC1280 also supports HDMI 1.4 including 3D Deep Color and 4K (3840 X 2160@30 Hz). In addition the VC1280 features built-in VGA conversion which allows you to transmit VGA signals to HDMI output without using extra adapters or scalers.
The VC1280 offers 3 source switching modes – HDMI VGA and AUTO it allows you to switch rapidly and intuitively via a pushbutton for real-time use. When the VC1280 operates on the AUTO input mode it transmits the first detected input to the HDMI display and automatically switches to a newly plugged-in source when it detects the signals.
Without any software or driver installation required the VC1280 is a handy and easy-to-use multi-input A/V switch. It is ideal for user that needs automatic and quick switching to adopt. With the VC1280 you can effortlessly accelerate instant collaboration and work efficiency with co-workers.
LEDs |
Status |
3 x LED (Front - Source Switching: AUTO / HDMI / VGA) Color: Orange 3 x LED (Top - HDMI / VGA / POWER) Color: HDMI – Orange / VGA – Orange / Power - Green |
Video Input |
Interfaces |
1 x HDMI (Type A Female Black) 1 x VGA (HDB-15 VGA Female Blue) |
Impedance |
HDMI: 100 Ώ VGA: 75 Ώ |
Max. Distance |
1.8 m - VGA (1920 x 1200) 3m - HDMI (3840 x 2160@30Hz) |
Video |
Max. Data Rate |
10.2Gbps (3.4Gbps per lane) |
Max. Pixel Clock |
340 MHz |
Compliance |
HDMI 1.4 (3D Deep Color 4K) HDCP 1.4 Compatible Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) |
Max. Resolutions / Distance |
Video Input 3m - HDMI (3840 x 2160 @30Hz) 1.8m - VGA (1920 x 1200) Video Output 3m - HDMI (3840 x 2160 @30Hz) |
Audio |
Input |
1 x HDMI (Type A Female Black) 1 x 3.5mm Stereo audio Jack Female (Green) |
Control |
RS-232 |
FW upgrade & control: Connector: 1 x Terminal Block 3 pole Baud Rate: 19200 Data Bits: 8 Stop Bits: 1 no parity and flow control |
Switches |
Video Input Port Selection |
Source switching: HDMI / VGA / AUTO 1 x Push Button |
Connectors |
Power |
1 x DC Jack (with locking black) |
Power Consumption |
DC5V:1.8W:8BTU |
Environmental |
Operating Temperature |
0 - 40°C |
Storage Temperature |
-20 - 60°C |
Humidity |
0 - 80% RH Non-Condensing |
Physical Properties |
Housing |
Metal |
Weight |
0.43 kg ( 0.95 lb ) |
Dimensions (L x W x H) with bracket |
14.32 x 12.30 x 3.00 cm (5.64 x 4.84 x 1.18 in.) |
Dimensions (L x W x H) without bracket |
13.60 x 10.10 x 2.90 cm (5.35 x 3.98 x 1.14 in.) |