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VM0808T User Manual FCC Information This is an FCC Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. 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.
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VM0808T User Manual Package Contents The VM0808T package consists of: 1 VM0808T 8x8 Cat 5 A/V Matrix Switch 1 Power Cord 1 Rack Mount Kit 1 Grounding Wire 3 Terminal Blocks 1 User Manual* 1 Quick Start Guide Check to make sure that all the components are present and that nothing got damaged in shipping. If you encounter a problem, contact your dealer.
VM0808T User Manual Contents FCC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii RoHS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii SJ/T 11364-2006. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii User Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii Online Registration . . . . . . . . . .
VM0808T User Manual IP Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Subnet Mask . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Gateway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Default IP Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Save and Reset / Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
VM0808T User Manual About this Manual This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your VM0808T system. It covers all aspects of installation, configuration and operation. An overview of the information found in the manual is provided below. Introduction, introduces you to the VM0808T system. Its purpose, features and benefits are presented, and its front and back panel components are described. Hardware Setup, describes how to set up your VM0808T installation.
VM0808T User Manual Conventions This manual uses the following conventions: Monospaced Indicates text that you should key in. [] Indicates keys you should press. For example, [Enter] means to press the Enter key. If keys need to be chorded, they appear together in the same bracket with a plus sign between them: [Ctrl+Alt]. 1. Numbered lists represent procedures with sequential steps. ♦ Bullet lists provide information, but do not involve sequential steps.
Chapter 1 Introduction Overview The ATEN VanCryst VM0808T 8x8 Cat5 A/V Matrix Switch is a versatile audio/video over Cat 5 + serial solution that offers an easy and affordable way to route any of 8 audio/video sources to any of 8 displays, in combination with the ATEN VE500 A/V Over Cat 5 Extender system.
VM0808T User Manual Features Connects any of 8 Cat 5 A/V inputs to any of 8 Cat 5 A/V outputs in combination with ATEN VE500 A/V Over Cat 5 Extender system Long signal range – supports up to 300 meters between VE500T transmitters and VE500R / VE500RQ receivers Easily switch between multiple sources and multiple displays Local Operation: Front panel LCD display and pushbuttons Serial controller Remote Operation: Browser Graphical User Interface (GUI) Telnet Supports additional local inpu
Chapter 1. Introduction Requirements The following equipment is required for a complete VM0808T installation: Transmitters 8 x VE500T Transmitters Receivers 8 x VE500R / VE500RQ Receivers Note: For further information about the ATEN VE500 A/V Over Cat 5 Extender system, please visit the ATEN website or contact your ATEN dealer.
VM0808T User Manual Source Device Operating Systems Supported operating systems are shown in the table, below: OS Windows Linux UNIX Novell Version 2000 and higher RedHat 6.0 and higher SuSE 8.2 and higher Mandriva (Mandrake) 9.0 and higher AIX 4.3 and higher FreeBSD 3.51 and higher Sun Solaris 8 and higher Netware 5.0 and higher Mac OS 9 and higher DOS 6.2 and higher Note: The VM0808T’s Serial GUI is compatible with Windows platforms only. See Local Operation, page 15.
Chapter 1. Introduction Components Front View 1 No. Component 2 Description 1 LCD Display The LCD display shows the various options for configuring and operating the VM0808T. For full details, see Front Panel Operation, page 15. 2 Front Panel Pushbuttons Use the pushbuttons to navigate the LCD display to configure and operate the VM0808T.
VM0808T User Manual Rear View 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 No. 6 7 9 Component 10 11 12 Description 1 Power Socket This is a standard 3-pin AC power socket. The power cord from an AC source plugs in here. 2 Power Switch This is a standard rocker switch that powers the unit on and off. 3 Grounding Terminal The grounding wire attaches here. See Grounding, page 9, for further details. 4 Local Stereo Audio In / Out Ports These ports are for the local stereo audio source and speakers.
Chapter 2 Hardware Setup 1. Important safety information regarding the placement of this device is provided on page 41. Please review it before proceeding. 2. Make sure that the power to all devices connected to the installation are turned off. You must unplug the power cords of any computers that have the Keyboard Power On function. Rack Mounting The VM0808T can be mounted in a 19” (1U) system rack.
VM0808T User Manual 2. Position the unit in the front of the rack and align the holes in the mounting brackets with the holes in the rack. 3. Screw the mounting brackets to the rack.
Chapter 2. Hardware Setup Grounding To prevent damage to your installation, it is important that all devices are properly grounded. 1. Use the grounding wire supplied with this package to ground the VM0808T by connecting one end of the wire to the grounding terminal, and the other end of the wire to a suitable grounded object. 2. Make sure that all devices in your VM0808T installation, including transmitters and receivers, are properly grounded. (Continues on next page.
VM0808T User Manual 3. For increased grounding protection, use STP (shielded twisted pair) cable to connect the Local and Remote Units. There are two methods that can be used: a) In addition to the eight paired wires, STP cable also contains a grounding wire. Solder this wire to the RJ-45 connector as shown in the diagram below: b) The second method is to use the STP cable shielding for grounding.
Chapter 2. Hardware Setup Cable Connection Note: A complete VM0808T installation requires additional transmitter and receiver units that are not included in the VM0808T package. Compatible models are the VE500T Transmitter and the VE500R / VE500RQ Receiver. See Requirements, page 3, for details. Installation of the VM0808T is simply a matter of connecting the appropriate cables.
VM0808T User Manual 10. Connect up to 8 display devices and speakers to up to 8 VE500R / VE500RQ Receiver units. 11. Using Cat 5e cable, connect the VE500R / VE500RQ’s Remote I/O ports to the RJ-45 Cat 5 Output ports on the VM0808T. Note: See the VE500 A/V Over Cat 5 Extender User Guide for further details of VE500 installation. 12. Plug the power cord supplied with the package into the VM0808T’s 3prong AC socket, and then into an AC power source. 13.
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Chapter 3 Local Operation Overview The VM0808T can be configured and operated locally via the front panel pushbuttons, or remotely over a standard TCP/IP connection via a Browser graphical user interface (GUI). Local front panel operation is discussed in this chapter. Over-IP (and Telnet) operation is discussed in Chapter 4, Remote Operation. Note: The VM0808T can also be controlled locally via a serial controller. Please download the appropriate software AP from our website (www.aten.
VM0808T User Manual Menu Organization Use the MENU pushbutton to cycle through the main menu options, starting from the Password page, in the order show in the table, below: Menu Page Sub-Menu Page(s) Password Main Page Set IP Port Select Video IN Independent Audio Page Select Independent Audio IN IP Address Save and Reset / Exit Subnet Mask Gateway Set Serial Port Default IP Settings Yes / No Serial Port Address Save / Exit Baud Rate Adjust Video Level Adjust Audio Level Save / Load Profi
Chapter 3. Local Operation Enter Password If the VM0808T has been configured to require a password for local operation (see Security Mode, page 28], when the password screen is accessed, the cursor flashes on the first digit. Enter a 4-digit password to continue to the Main Screen. Note: If you are accessing the VM0808T for the first time, the default password is 1234. Enter Password: 0 0 0 0 Incorrect Password MENU ESC AUDIO ENTER To enter a password, do the following: 1.
VM0808T User Manual Main Page The Main Page displays Output Ports 1–8 and Local in sequential order across the top. Whichever source is displaying on each output port is shown directly beneath. From the Main Page, you can set create input-output connections that route all signals from a selected input port to a selected output port.
Chapter 3. Local Operation Independent Audio In Selection The audio signal can be switched independently of the video signal from the same input port using the Audio Main Page. Press the Audio pushbutton to access this page. The Audio pushbutton LED lights, and the following screen appears: OUT A IN A 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 L L L 05 05 01 01 03 04 05 MENU ESC AUDIO ENTER To create an independent audio connection, do the following: 1.
VM0808T User Manual Set IP Port To configure the VM0808T’s IP port settings, select Set IP Port from the Menu. Set IP Port Set Serial Port MENU ESC AUDIO ENTER The sub-menu provides four options: IP Address; Subnet Mask; Gateway; and Default IP Settings; as follows: IP Address To set the VM0808T’s IP address, do the following: 1. Select IP Address from the Set IP Port submenu. The cursor flashes on the first number: IP Address: 192.168.168.23 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 MENU ESC AUDIO ENTER 2.
Chapter 3. Local Operation Subnet Mask To set the VM0808T’s Subnet Mask, do the following: 1. Select Subnet Mask from the Set IP Port submenu. The cursor flashes on the first number: IP Address: 192.168.168.23 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 MENU ESC AUDIO ENTER 2. Use the Up / Down navigation pushbuttons to select each number. 3. Use the Left / Right navigation pushbuttons to move the cursor forwards / backwards. 4. Press ENTER to confirm the Subnet Mask. Note: The default Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.
VM0808T User Manual Default IP Settings To use / not use the VM0808T’s Default IP Settings, do the following: 1. Select Default IP Settings from the Set IP Port submenu. The cursor flashes on the entry: Gateway: 192.168.168.1 Default IP Setting: No MENU ESC AUDIO ENTER 2. Select Yes or No.
Chapter 3. Local Operation Set Serial Port To configure the VM0808T’s serial settings, select Set Serial Port from the Menu. Set IP Port Set Serial Port MENU ESC AUDIO ENTER The sub-menu provides four options: Serial Port Address; Baud Rate; Serial Port Mode; and Default Serial Settings, as follows: Serial Port Address To set the VM0808T’s serial port address, do the following: 1. Select Serial Port Address from the Set Serial Port submenu.
VM0808T User Manual 2. Use the Up / Down navigation pushbuttons to cycle through the options. Baud rate options are 9600, 19200, 38400, and 115200. 3. Press ENTER to confirm the baud rate. Note: The default baud rate is 38400. Serial Port Mode The VM0808T supports RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485. To set the VM0808T’s serial port , do the following: 1. Select Serial Port Mode from the Set Serial Port submenu.
Chapter 3. Local Operation Adjust Video Video Gain and Video Compensation can be adjusted for all displays at once, or for each display individually. To adjust video, do the following: 1. Use the MENU button to access the Adjust Video page. Adjust Video Level Adjust Audio Level MENU ESC AUDIO ENTER 2. With the cursor flashing at Adjust Video Level, press Enter to go to the Optimize Video Output Port page to select ports. Optimize Video Output Port: All MENU ESC AUDIO ENTER 3.
VM0808T User Manual Adjust Audio The audio level (volume) can be adjusted for all sources at once, or for each source individually. To adjust audio, do the following: 1. Use the MENU button to access the Adjust Video page. Adjust Video Level Adjust Audio Level MENU ESC AUDIO ENTER 2. With the cursor flashing at Adjust Audio Level, press Enter to go to the Adjust Audio Level page to select ports. Output Audio Port: Audio Level: 10 All MENU ESC AUDIO ENTER 3.
Chapter 3. Local Operation Save / Load Profile The VM0808T allows you to store up to 16 (numbered 0–15) different connection profiles that can be saved and recalled later by either connection method. To use the unit’s front panel pushbuttons to save/recall profiles, do the following: 1. Use the MENU button to access the Save / Load Profile page. Save / Load Profile Security Mode MENU ESC AUDIO ENTER 2.
VM0808T User Manual Security Mode The Security Mode page allows you to configure the VM0808T’s passwordrelated settings. Password Settings To configure the VM0808T’s password settings, do the following: 1. Use the MENU button to access the Security Mode page. Saving / Calling Profile Security Mode MENU ESC AUDIO ENTER 2. To set the VM0808T to require a password for local operation, select Password required, and use the Up / Down pushbuttons to select Yes or No.
Chapter 4 Remote Operation Overview The VM0808T 8x8 Cat 5 A/V Matrix Switch can be configured and controlled over a standard TCP/IP connection via its own Browser Graphical User Interface (GUI). Because the VM0808T can be accessed from anywhere on the LAN, WAN, or Internet, remote operators can log in via any Web browser, from any location. Security is ensured by password protection and user configurable timeout.
VM0808T User Manual Connections Page The VM0808T’s GUI main page is the Connections page.
Chapter 4. Remote Operation Toolbar Icon Description Connections This page displays the VM0808T’s active connections and enables you to control them. Setup This page enables you to configure the VM0808T’s IP settings, and name ports. User Management This page enables you to configure user permissions, including passwords. Firmware The page enables you to upgrade the VM0808T’s firmware. Logout This icon ends the session and closes the Web interface.
VM0808T User Manual Save / Store Connection Profiles The VM0808T allows you to store up to 16 (numbered 0–15) differently configured connection profiles that can be saved and recalled later by either connection method (both locally via the unit’s front panel pushbuttons and over IP via the GUI). Use the Save button to save the current connection profile. Use the drop-down list to select a saved connection profile and then click the Load button to switch to that profile. Note: 1.
Chapter 4. Remote Operation Optimizing Video For the display attached to the Local port, gain and compensation can be selected for optimization using these buttons. For all other ports, the VM0808T will adjust video levels to achieve the highest quality for all connected monitors. 1. Use the drop-down menu to select a port for optimization. Options are Local (L), All, or Ports 1–8) 2. Select Gain / Compensation (Local port only) 3. Click Optimize. Adjust Audio To adjust the audio, do the following: 1.
VM0808T User Manual Setup Click the Setup icon to configure the VM0808T’s IP and serial settings, and to name all the ports in your installation. IP Setup The Web Setup settings enable you to configure the VM0808T’s Web interface connection. Changes take a few seconds and automatically redirect you to the IP address specified. Enter values and then click Save or Clear. Click Default Setting to use the following defaults: IP Address – 192.168.168.23 Subnet Mask – 255.255.255.0 Default Gateway – 192.
Chapter 4. Remote Operation Port Name The Port Name page enables Administrators and Super Users to change the display name of the input and output ports. To change the display name, enter a value and click Save. Click Clear to revert to the previous stored named.
VM0808T User Manual Firmware Click the Firmware icon to view information about the VM0808T’s firmware version and to upgrade. This is an Administrator function only To upgrade the VM0808T’s firmware, do the following: 1. Use the Browse button to locate the firmware upgrade file. 2. Click Upgrade Firmware to start the upgrade. Note: Check the box to enable the utility to compare the VM0808T’s current firmware version with that of the upgrade files.
Chapter 4. Remote Operation User Management Click the User Management icon to add, edit, or remove user information, and to change the password for accessing the VM0808T’s GUI. Note: This is an Administrator only function. Operations are as follows: Add User – Click Add to add another user to the list. The VM0808T supports up to 32 users at one time. Edit User – Select user and click Edit to change information.
VM0808T User Manual Telnet Operation The VM0808T can be operated and configured via a remote terminal session using Telnet. To log in to the VM0808T by means of a Telnet session, do the following: 1. On your computer, open a terminal (command line) session. 2. At the prompt, key in the VM0808T’s IP address in the following way: telnet [IP address]:23 3. Press Enter. The login screen appears. At the login prompt, provide your Username and Password.
Chapter 4. Remote Operation 2. GT – Set gateway address GT Old gateway address: 192.168.1.1 New gateway address: 3. IM – Set IP subnet mask IM Old IP subnet mask: 192.168.1.1 New IP subnet mask: 4. IP – Set IP address IP Old IP address: 192.168.1.45 New IP address: 5. LO – Load connections from profile LO 01 Load profile 01 OK. 6. PW – Change password PW Old password: ******** New password: 7. RI – Read what input is connected to nn output RI 01 Output port 02 04 08 is connected input port 01 8.
VM0808T User Manual 9. SB – Set serial port baud rate SB 96 Serial port baud rate is set to 9600 10. SS – Switch input to specified output SS 01 03 Switch input 01 to output 03 11. TI – Set timeout TI 30 Set 30 minute timeout 12. VR – Software version information VR Software version 1.0. Note: For further information about these functions, please reference the equivalent Browser GUI functions earlier in this chapter.
Appendix Safety Instructions General Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device. Do not place the device on any unstable surface (cart, stand, table, etc.). If the device falls, serious damage will result. Do not use the device near water. Do not place the device near, or over, radiators or heat registers. The device cabinet is provided with slots and openings to allow for adequate ventilation.
VM0808T User Manual If an extension cord is used with this device make sure that the total of the ampere ratings of all products used on this cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Make sure that the total of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes. To help protect your system from sudden, transient increases and decreases in electrical power, use a surge suppressor, line conditioner, or un-interruptible power supply (UPS).
Appendix Rack Mounting Before working on the rack, make sure that the stabilizers are secured to the rack, extended to the floor, and that the full weight of the rack rests on the floor. Install front and side stabilizers on a single rack or front stabilizers for joined multiple racks before working on the rack. Always load the rack from the bottom up, and load the heaviest item in the rack first. Make sure that the rack is level and stable before extending a device from the rack.
VM0808T User Manual Technical Support International For online technical support – including troubleshooting, documentation, and software updates: http://support.aten.com For telephone support, see Telephone Support, page iii: North America Email Support Online Technical Support support@aten-usa.com Troubleshooting Documentation Software Updates Telephone Support http://www.aten-usa.
Appendix Specifications Function VM0808T Input Connections Direct 1 (local) Max. 9 (1 x local input; 8 x VE500T Transmitter) Display Connections Direct 1 Connectors Local Max.
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