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2-Port DVI Dual Link/Audio Splitter


VS172
  • Displays DVI audio/video to two DVI-compatible monitors or projectors
  • Superior video quality - up to 2560 x 1600 @ 60 Hz including 2K-resolution (2048 x 2048 @ 60 Hz)
  • RS-232 Chain Control – use RS-232 commands to control cascaded devices via a DVI Cable
  • Audio enabled
MSRP: Quote Upon Request

The VS172 2-Port DVI Dual Link Splitter with Audio combines DVI quality video and audio, taking signals from an audio/ video source and replicating them to two audio/video outputs. This video splitter uses dual link technology, which offers high bandwidth capacity for added transmission power and faster refresh rates, thereby providing better video quality of viewing resolutions up to 2560 x 1600.


The built-in bi-directional RS-232 port on the rear panel allows the splitter to be controlled through a Control Unit, PC, and/or home automation/home theater software package for complete system integration.

The VS172 is easy to operate and can be cascaded to three levels, handling up to 8 monitors, which makes them the ideal solution for situations such as:
a) Broadcasting video information to the public (news headlines,stock prices, airline and train schedules, etc.)
b) Company training facilities
c) Classroom instruction

Package Contents

  • 1x VS172 2-Port DVI Dual Link Splitter with Audio
  • 1x Power Adapter
  • 1x User Instructions
  • Displays DVI audio/video to multiple DVI-compatible monitors or projectors
  • Superior video quality – up to 2560 x 1600 @ 60Hz and 1080p
  • Cascadable to 3 levels – provides up to 8 video signals
  • Audio enabled
  • Features RS-232 serial port for command controls
  • RS-232 Chain Control – use RS-232 commands to control cascaded devices via a DVI Cable
  • EDID Expert – selects the optimum EDID settings via RS-232

    Note:
    * The VS172 AP and GUI operation instructions can be downloaded from the ATEN website (www.aten.com)
    ** HDCP is not supported
Video Input
Interfaces1 x DVI-D Female (White)
Impedance100 Ω
Max. Distance1.8 m
Video Output
Interfaces2 x DVI-D Female (White)
Impedance100 Ω
Video
Max. Data Rate13.5 Gbps (2.25 Gbps Per Lane)
Max. Pixel Clock225 MHz
Max. ResolutionUp to 2560 x 1600
Max. DistanceUp to 5 m
Audio
Input1 x Mini Stereo Jack Female (Green)
Output2 x Mini Stereo Jack Female (Green)
Control
RS-232Connector: 1 x DB-9 Female (Black)
Baud rate and protocol:
Baud Rate: 19200, Data Bits: 8, Stop Bits:1, Parity: No, Flow Control: No
EDID SettingsEDID Mode: Default / Port 1 / Auto
Connectors
Power1 x DC Jack
Power ConsumptionDC5.3V:3.6W:17BTU/h

Note:
● The measurement in Watts indicates the typical power consumption of the device with no external loading.
● The measurement in BTU/h indicates the power consumption of the device when it is fully loaded.
Environmental
Operating Temperature0-50°C
Storage Temperature-20 - 60°C
Humidity0 - 80% RH, Non-Condensing
Physical Properties
HousingMetal
Weight0.68 kg ( 1.5 lb )
Dimensions (L x W x H)21.00 x 8.80 x 5.55 cm
(8.27 x 3.46 x 2.19 in.)
Carton Lot5 pcs
NoteFor some of rack mount products, please note that the standard physical dimensions of WxDxH are expressed using a LxWxH format.





DescriptionVer.Release DateFile Name
Firmware Upgradev1.1.1032021-06-30 vs172_v1.1.103.zip
Firmware Upgradev1.1.1022019-07-18 vs172_v1.1.102.zip
Firmware Upgradev1.1.1012015-07-02 vs172_v1.1.101.zip
OSDescriptionVer.Release DateFile Name
Others
WindowsRS-232 Control Toolv1.0.0642014-03-04 vs172_174_rs-232_controltool_v1.0.064.zip
WindowsRS-232 Control Toolv1.0.0632012-11-15 vs172_174_rs-232_controltool_v1.0.063.zip
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