ATEN VM1600 User Manual

ATEN VM1600 User Manual

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  • Page 1 16x16 Modular Matrix Switch VM1600 User Manual 4-Port 3G-SDI Input Board VM7404 4-Port HDBaseT Input / Output Board VM7514 / VM8514 4-Port HDMI Input / Output Board VM7804 / VM8804 4-Port DVI Input / Output Board VM7604 / VM8604 4-Port VGA Input Board...
  • Page 2: Emc Information

    Modular Matrix Solution User Manual EMC Information FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION INTERFERENCE STATEMENT 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.
  • Page 3: User Information

    86-400-810-0-810 Japan 81-3-5615-5811 Korea 82-2-467-6789 North America 1-888-999-ATEN ext 4988 United Kingdom 44-8-4481-58923 User Notice All information, documentation, and specifications contained in this manual are subject to change without prior notification by the manufacturer. The manufacturer makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties as to merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose.
  • Page 4: Package Contents

    Modular Matrix Solution User Manual Package Contents VM1600 The VM1600 package consists of:  1 VM1600 Modular Matrix Switch  1 Power Cord  1 Terminal Block connector  1 Fan Module (pluggable)  1 Power Module (pluggable)  1 User Instructions*...
  • Page 5: Vm7104

    VM1600 F/W Version: 1.5.145 VM8514 F/W Version: 1.0.069 VM7514 F/W Version: 1.0.066 ATEN and the ATEN logo are registered trademarks of ATEN International Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. All other brand names and trademarks are the registered property of their respective owners.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    VM1600 Front View........
  • Page 7 Modular Matrix Solution User Manual VM7514 Front View ........17 VM8514 Front View .
  • Page 8 Modular Matrix Solution User Manual Turn Video Wall Off ......... 55 Chapter 4.
  • Page 9 Modular Matrix Solution User Manual Maintenance ......... . . 100 VE805R Firmware Upgrade.
  • Page 10 VM1600.........
  • Page 11: About This Manual

    Modular Matrix Solution User Manual About this Manual This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your VM1600 system. It covers all aspects of installation, configuration and operation. An overview of the information found in the manual is provided below.
  • Page 12: Conventions

    For information about all ATEN products and how they can help you connect without limits, visit ATEN on the Web or contact an ATEN Authorized Reseller. Visit ATEN on the Web for a list of locations and telephone numbers: International http://www.aten.com...
  • Page 13: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Chapter 1 Introduction Overview This ATEN Modular Matrix Solution Series is comprised of the VM1600 Modular Matrix Switch; and/or the VM7404 4-Port 3G-SDI Input/Output Board, VM7514 / VM8514 4-Port HDBaseT Input/Output Board, VM7804 / VM8804 4-Port HDMI Input / Output Board, VM7604 / VM8604 4-Port DVI Input / Output Board, VM7104 4-Port VGA Input Board and VE805R HDMI HDBaseT Lite Receiver with Scaler.
  • Page 14 The VM7104 4-Port VGA Input Board offers an easy way to route 4 VGA video and audio sources to 4 displays and speakers. In addition, the VM7104 can be mixed with any modular output boards on the VM1600 for optimum flexibility.
  • Page 15 Chapter 1. Introduction 422 ports allows the switch to be configured through a high-end controller or The ATEN Modular Matrix Solution Series is a powerful integrated A/V setup targeted towards broadcasting stations, traffic and transportation-related control rooms, emergency service centers and any application that requires...
  • Page 16: Features

    VM1600  Connects any of 16 video sources to any of 16 displays in combination with ATEN Modular Matrix Solutions  Superior video quality – HDTV resolution of 480p, 720p and 1080p (1920 x 1080), VGA, SVGA, SXGA, UXGA and WUXGA (1920 x 1200) ...
  • Page 17: Vm7404

    Chapter 1. Introduction  Firmware upgradeable via web  Rack Mountable VM7404  Four 3G-SDI inputs - allows you to easily switch between four media sources (such as professional cameras) with automatic detection of signal type (e.g. 3G-SDI, HD-SDI and SD-SDI) ...
  • Page 18: Vm7514 / Vm8514

    VM7514 / VM8514  Compatible with the VM1600 and can be mixed with modular I/O boards of any type for optimum flexibility  Bi-directional RS-232 serial port for control and configuration ...
  • Page 19: Vm7104

    Chapter 1. Introduction  Superior video quality – HDTV resolutions of 480p, 720p and 1080p (1920 x 1080); VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA and WUXGA (1920 x 1200)  HDCP 1.4 Compatible  Built-in scaler on each output port to support the scaling function for different video resolutions (VM8604) ...
  • Page 20 Modular Matrix Solution User Manual If Seamless Switch is enabled, the video output will not display 3D, Note: Deep Color or interlace (i.e., 1080i) resolutions. To use these features, you must disable Seamless Switch.
  • Page 21: Requirements

    Chapter 1. Introduction Requirements The following are required for a complete VM1600 Modular Matrix Solution Series installation: Input / Output Board  VM7404 (3G-SDI input board)  VM7514 (HDBaseT input board) and VM8514 (HDBaseT output board)  VM7804 (HDMI input board) and VM8804 (HDMI output board) ...
  • Page 22: Browsers

     1 audio cable for each audio device / speaker (VM8804 / VM8604)  1 Ethernet cable (VM1600)  1 RS-232 serial cable (VM1600 / VM7514 / VM8514 / VE805R)  1 RS-485/RS-422 serial cable (VM1600)  1 IR cable for each IR transmitter device (VM7514 or VM8514) ...
  • Page 23: Optional Equipment

    Mac 10.10 V1.8.0_25 Safari Optional Equipment Depending on any optional equipment that you may have purchased, one of the following may be included in your package. Contact your ATEN dealer to purchase any of these additional accessories. Dimensions Model No. Description...
  • Page 24: Components

    See Front Panel Pushbuttons, page 31, for details. Note: The pushbuttons have LEDs that light to indicate they have been selected. Input These pushbuttons refer to the Input ports on the VM1600 Pushbuttons rear panel. Press to select the Input port. These pushbuttons (1-16) may also correspond to menu options, profiles and other selections.
  • Page 25 Chapter 1. Introduction Component Description Redundant This LED lights green to indicate the redundant power Power LED module is plugged in and working. Primary Power This LED lights green to indicate the primary power module is plugged in and working. Handles The two front handles are used to install the unit into a rack.
  • Page 26: Vm1600 Rear View

    Connect a computer or high-end system controller via this serial port. Ethernet Port In order to access the VM1600’s web Graphical User Interface (GUI), the VM1600 must be connected to the network. The cable that connects the VM1600 to your LAN plugs in here.
  • Page 27 See Depending on any optional equipment that you may have purchased, one of the following may be included in your package. Contact your ATEN dealer to purchase any of these additional accessories., page 11, for details...
  • Page 28: Vm7404 Front View

    Modular Matrix Solution User Manual VM7404 Front View Component Description SDI Input Ports Connect the cables from your video source devices to these ports. Analog Stereo Audio Connect the cables from your audio source devices to these ports. Input Ports Status LED The VM7404 has an LED to indicate the working status.
  • Page 29: Vm7514 Front View

    Chapter 1. Introduction VM7514 Front View Component Description HDBaseT Input Ports Connect the Cat 5e cables from your HDBaseT transmitter to these ports. IR / RS-232 Connect the cables from your IR transmitter to the mini stereo jack ports, and connect the cables from your Input Ports RS-232 device to the RS-232 ports.
  • Page 30: Vm7804 Front View

    Modular Matrix Solution User Manual VM7804 Front View Component Description HDMI Input Ports Connect the cables from your HDMI video source devices to these ports. Audio Input Ports Connect the cables from your audio source devices to these ports. Status LED The VM7804 has an LED to indicate the working status.
  • Page 31: Vm7604 Front View

    Chapter 1. Introduction VM7604 Front View Component Description DVI Input Ports Connect the cables from your video source devices to these ports. Audio Input Ports Connect the cables from your audio source devices to these ports. Status LED The VM7604 has an LED to indicate the working status.
  • Page 32: Vm7104 Front View

    Modular Matrix Solution User Manual VM7104 Front View Component Description VGA Input Ports Connect the cables from your VGA video source devices to these ports. Audio Input Ports Connect the cables from your audio source devices to these ports. Status LED The VM7104 has an LED to indicate the working status.
  • Page 33: Ve805R Front View

    Chapter 1. Introduction VE805R Front View VE805R Rear View Component Description LEDs Three LEDs – Power, Link and HDMI Out – light when the unit is properly connected to an appropriate source.  Power - lights Green to indicate the unit is receiving power.
  • Page 34 Modular Matrix Solution User Manual Component Description Firmware Upgrade Set this switch to OFF (left) for normal operation. Set Switch this switch to ON (right) and reset the unit’s power to enter firmware upgrade mode (see page 100 for details). HDBaseT Input Use a Cat 5e cable to connect the VE805R to the VM8514 output board.
  • Page 35: Chapter 2. Hardware Setup

    Chapter 2 Hardware Setup 1. Important safety information regarding the placement of this device is provided on page 135. 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.
  • Page 36: Mounting With Brackets

    Modular Matrix Solution User Manual Mounting with Brackets You can also use mounting brackets to install the VM1600, as shown below. Note: The Mounting Kit is not included with the package. To purchase a mounting kit please contact your dealer.
  • Page 37: Grounding

    To prevent damage to your installation, it is important that all devices are properly grounded. 1. Use a grounding wire to ground the installation using the VM1600’s rear panel, by connecting one end of the wire to the grounding terminal, and the other end of the wire to a suitable grounded object.
  • Page 38: Input / Output Board Installation

    The four bottom slots on the Modular Matrix Switch are for the Output boards. 1. On the rear of the VM1600, unscrew the two screws from a top and bottom slot, and remove the covers. (Continues on next page.)
  • Page 39 VM1600. 3. Slide an output board into a bottom slot and tighten the screws to secure the board to the VM1600. 4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to install additional I/O boards. 5. Power on the VM1600.
  • Page 40: Cable Connection

    Note: Do not omit this step. Proper grounding helps to prevent damage to the unit from surges or static electricity. 2. Unscrew the covers on the VM1600 rear panel and insert the I/O boards into the horizontal slots (See Input / Output Board Installation, page 26, for details).
  • Page 41: Installation Diagram

    Chapter 2. Hardware Setup Contact your ATEN dealer to purchase any of these additional accessories., page 11, for details. 11. Power on the VM1600 and all devices in the installation. Installation Diagram...
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  • Page 43: Chapter 3. Front Panel Operation

    The VM1600 front panel has easy-to-use pushbuttons for selecting which video/audio source shows on which display. Basic Navigation The VM1600’s front panel LCD display operation is easy and convenient. Please note the following front panel button operations:  Press the VIDEO pushbutton to configure the video connections.
  • Page 44: Front Panel Lcd

    Enter a 4-digit password to continue to the Main Screen. Note: If you are accessing the VM1600 for the first time, the default password is 1234. Enter Password: * * * *...
  • Page 45: Port Switching

    Chapter 3. Front Panel Operation Port Switching From the Main Screen, you can configure the Input-to-Output port connections to associate an Input source device to an Output display. Video / Audio Pushbutton Before switching port connections, use the Video or Audio pushbuttons to select whether to switch only the video or the audio signal exclusively.
  • Page 46 Modular Matrix Solution User Manual Input Port Selection Use the Input Port pushbuttons to select the Input port you want to configure. INPUT OUTPUT INPUT V + A OUTPUT 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 To select which input source displays on each output port, do the following: 1.
  • Page 47 Chapter 3. Front Panel Operation (Continued from previous page.) 2. To disconnect an Output port from an Input port, press the corresponding Output port pushbutton. In the example below, Output port 2 has been disconnected from Input port 3. To switch to another Input port, press any Input port pushbutton. The Output port LED(s) tied to the said Input port will flash.
  • Page 48: Output Port Selection

    Modular Matrix Solution User Manual Output Port Selection Use the Output Port pushbuttons to select the Output port you want to configure. INPUT OUTPUT INPUT V + A OUTPUT 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 To select which output display corresponds to each input source, do the following: 1.
  • Page 49 Chapter 3. Front Panel Operation 4. To switch Output ports 2, 3 and 4 to another Input port (and disconnect it from Input port 2), press another Input port pushbutton to which you want them tied. In the example below, Input port 3 has been pressed and is now connected to Output ports 2, 3 and 4.
  • Page 50: Profile Pushbutton

    Note: If a Profile is available for selection, its corresponding Input/Output port LED lights. The selected pushbutton lights steady, and the VM1600 immediately applies the port connections configured in the Profile. The selected Profile is shown as P1-P32 in the LCD’s lower right corner.
  • Page 51: Lcd Menu

    Turn Video Wall Off Note: 1. The highlighted values are the default settings of the VM1600. 2. Upon VM1600 startup, check the front panel LCD to view the loading progress. If the LCD Menu fails to load, an error message displays.
  • Page 52: Lcd Main Screen

    Modular Matrix Solution User Manual LCD Main Screen The Main Screen shows the Input–Output port pairs, with the Output ports shown in sequential order (1–16) at the bottom half. INPUT OUTPUT INPUT V + A 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 OUTPUT ...
  • Page 53: Ip Setting

    Chapter 3. Front Panel Operation IP Setting To view the VM1600’s IP settings, press the Menu pushbutton (lights). This takes you to the Menu page, shown below: 1: IP Se ng 2: Serial Port Se ng 3: Opera on Mode 4: Security Mode 1.
  • Page 54: Serial Port Setting

    Modular Matrix Solution User Manual Serial Port Setting To configure the VM1600’s serial port settings, select Serial Port Setting from the Menu page. 1: IP Se ng 2: Serial Port Se ng 3: Opera on Mode 4: Security Mode Serial Port Address Setting To set the VM1600’s serial port address, do the following:...
  • Page 55: Baud Rate

    Chapter 3. Front Panel Operation Baud Rate 1. Select Baud Rate Setting from the Serial Port Setting submenu by pressing 2: 1: Serial Port Address Se ng : 1 2: Baud Rate Se ng: 19200 3: Serial Port Mode: RS232 2.
  • Page 56 Modular Matrix Solution User Manual 2. Press pushbuttons 1–2 to make your selection. 1: RS232 (In use) 2: RS422/RS485 Serial Port options are:  1: RS-232  2: RS-422 / RS-485 Note: The default serial port mode is RS-232. 3. Press Menu to return to the Menu page. 4.
  • Page 57: Operation Mode

    Chapter 3. Front Panel Operation Operation Mode The EDID, CEC, OSD and Output Status features are adjusted from the Operation Mode menu. 1: EDID Mode: Default 2: CEC 3: OSD 4: Output Status  EDID (extended display identification data) is used to apply a preset video configuration (EDID Mode), which utilizes the best resolution across different monitors.
  • Page 58 EDID Mode options are: EDID Option Description 1: Default ATEN’s default EDID data is passed to all video sources by default when the system is powered on. 2: Port1 EDID data read from port 1 is passed to all video sources.
  • Page 59: Cec

    Chapter 3. Front Panel Operation To configure the CEC settings, do the following: 1. From the Operation page, press pushbutton 2 to access the CEC page: 1: EDID Mode: Default 2: CEC 3: OSD 4: Output Status 2. Press pushbuttons 1–16 to enable (ON) or disable (NA) the CEC feature for the output port.
  • Page 60: Osd

    The On-Screen Display or OSD feature enables real-time text updates to appear on the display device’s screen for any configuration changes made to the Output port via the VM1600’s front panel, remote control or Web GUI. To configure the OSD setting for each output port, do the following: 1.
  • Page 61: Output Status

    Chapter 3. Front Panel Operation Output Status To configure the Output Status settings for each output port, do the following: 1. From the Operation Mode screen, press pushbutton 4 to access the Output Status page: 1: EDID Mode: Default 2: CEC 3: OSD 4: Output Status 2.
  • Page 62 Modular Matrix Solution User Manual 5. If configuring the output video resolution, press pushbuttons 1–16 to select the output port. Next, select the preferred output resolution. 6. Press Menu to return to the Menu page. 7. Press Cancel to return to the previous step without saving.
  • Page 63: Security Mode

    Security Mode page. 1: Mode 2: Change Password Mode 1. To set the VM1600 so that it requires a password for local operation, press pushbutton 1 in the Security Mode page. 1: Mode 2: Change Password 2. To disable security settings, press pushbutton 1.
  • Page 64: Change Password

    (1111–9999). Old Password : * * * * New Password: * * * * 4. Re-enter the new password in the following screen. The new password is applied by the VM1600 immediately.
  • Page 65 Chapter 3. Front Panel Operation Old Password : * * * * New Password: * * * * Re-enter New Password: * * * * If the password you entered does not match the one entered in the previous screen, an error message appears. Enter the new password correctly. 5.
  • Page 66: Save To A Profile

    Modular Matrix Solution User Manual Save to a Profile The VM1600 allows you to store up to 32 (P1–P32) different connection profiles that can be saved and recalled later. When profiles are saved, they are saved according to the current connection configuration on the Main Screen.
  • Page 67: Play/Stop The Profile Schedule

    Chapter 3. Front Panel Operation Play/Stop the Profile Schedule Inputting port pushbutton 2 will Play or Stop the active Profile Schedule. 1: Save to a Profile 2: Play/Stop the Profile Schedule 3: Turn Video Wall Off Turn Video Wall Off If a video wall is currently playing, a submenu will appear.
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  • Page 69: Chapter 4. Browser Operation

    Logging In To access the GUI, type the VM1600’s IP address into the address bar of any browser. If a Security Alert dialog box appears, accept the certificate – it can be trusted. The login screen appears: ...
  • Page 70: Main Page

    Modular Matrix Solution User Manual Main Page The Main Page opens to the Profile List. This is where you configure the input to output connections by creating profiles. The page is divided into three parts: the Menu Bar, Profile List, and Profile Scheduling. Menu Bar The Menu Bar consists of the Settings icon and Logout button.
  • Page 71: Profile List

    Chapter 4. Browser Operation Profile List The Profile List lets you configure the input to output port connections by creating profiles to use. You can store up to 32 differently configured profiles that can be saved and played later by two methods: locally via the unit’s front panel pushbuttons and via the web GUI.
  • Page 72 Modular Matrix Solution User Manual 3. Configure the input to output connections for a Digital Signage (page 67) or Video Wall (page 70) profile. 4. Once you create a profile, it appears in the Profile List, as shown here: 5. Select the profile and click Apply. 6.
  • Page 73: Importing/Exporting A Profile

    To export the VM1600’s connection profiles, do the following: 1. Click Export Profiles. A configuration file will then begin downloading. To import connection profiles to the VM1600, do the following: 1. Click Import Profiles. 2. Browse to the configuration file, select it and click Open.
  • Page 74: Profile List Options

    Modular Matrix Solution User Manual Profile List Options Clicking a Profile or the Play window opens a pop-up menu with options. Profile Option Description Apply Click Apply to put the profile in the Play window. This allows you to start the profile connections. Edit Click Edit to configure the profile's input to output connections.
  • Page 75: Play Window

    Chapter 4. Browser Operation Play Window Option Description On Sequence On Sequence will appear when a profile schedule is playing (see page 62). < Click < to go back to the previous profile in the sequence, when Profile Scheduling is in use. Only available with On Sequence. >...
  • Page 76: Other

    Modular Matrix Solution User Manual Other Option Description Show OSD Check Show OSD to show text updates that appear on the display when configuration or port changes are made. Mute All Check Mute All to mute the audio for all ports. Blank All Check Blank All to turn off the video to all displays.
  • Page 77: Profile Scheduling

    Chapter 4. Browser Operation Profile Scheduling Profile Scheduling is located below the Profile List. Scheduling allows you to queue and play connection profiles in sequence for a specific amount of time. Option Description Click to edit profile schedule. Click to play profile schedule. Click to stop profile schedule.
  • Page 78 Modular Matrix Solution User Manual After selecting Edit, you will be presented with the following options. Option Description Click to add profiles to the schedule in the order to be played, left to right, then set the amount of time each profile plays. Click a profile for a pop-up menu to appear: ...
  • Page 79: Connection Profiles

    Chapter 4. Browser Operation Connection Profiles There are two types of profiles: Digital Signage and Video Wall. Digital Signage profiles are for displays where video is viewed on separate monitors.Video Wall profiles are for displays that are tiled together, where multiple monitors form one large screen –...
  • Page 80 Modular Matrix Solution User Manual Output Icon Option Description Output Icon Click an Output icon(s) to highlight it in green and use the Select Source menu to set the video options (see Select Source below). The large number is the Video Input port selected for the display. The small number (upper-left corner) is the Output port of the display.
  • Page 81: Grid View

    Chapter 4. Browser Operation Grid View The Traditional View allows you to select the Input to Output and Audio connections using a simple grid.  Select: Video & Audio, Video, or Audio to set the input to output connection for the selected source. ...
  • Page 82: Video Wall Profile

    Modular Matrix Solution User Manual Video Wall Profile Each blank icon represents an Output port and the connected display. Use the icons to create Independent and Grouped Outputs. Independent Outputs will display video on a single monitor. Grouped Outputs will display video across multiple monitors as one large screen.
  • Page 83 Chapter 4. Browser Operation Number of Displays / Output Order / Bezel Dimensions Option Description Number of Use the Horizontal and Vertical drop-down menu to select the Displays number of displays that make up the video wall (a maximum of 64 are supported).
  • Page 84: Null Input

    Modular Matrix Solution User Manual Null Input Option Description Null Icon Click Null Input icons to highlight icons in green and use the Display Preferences menu to set the video options (see Display Preferences, page 74). Select a single icon to set the Output and Video Input for an independent display (see Independent Output, page 72).
  • Page 85: Grouping

    Chapter 4. Browser Operation Grouping Option Description Grouping Click multiple icons to Group Outputs (highlighted in green) and  click to group the displays into one screen. Use the Display Preferences menu to select the Video Input for the group - each Output icon in the Group will appear with the same Video Input number and icon color (see page 73).
  • Page 86: Display Preferences

    Modular Matrix Solution User Manual Display Preferences Option Description Display Click Output icons for the Display Preferences menu to appear– to Preferences select the Output and/or Video Input port. Output Use the drop-down menu to select the Output port (Independent and single Blank icons only).
  • Page 87: Video Wall Example 2

    Chapter 4. Browser Operation  Each Group and Independent Output has a unique color.  This video wall has 1 Group and 4 Independent displays.  The Group will show Video Input 02 across all four displays as one large screen. ...
  • Page 88 Modular Matrix Solution User Manual  The Orange and Purple Independent displays will show the video from their own Video Input – 03 and 04.
  • Page 89: Output Options

    Chapter 4. Browser Operation Output Options The Output Options page is used to configure HDMI Audio Controls, HDMI Video Options, and Other Options (OSD/CEC). HDMI Audio Control  HDMI / Stereo Control: Use the drop-down menu to apply audio setting to all ports: ...
  • Page 90 Modular Matrix Solution User Manual  Click Save & Apply to save a profile and begin playing it.  Click Save to save the profile.  Click Save as to save the profile as a different profile number.  Click Cancel to undo all unsaved changes.
  • Page 91: Hdmi Video Options

    Chapter 4. Browser Operation HDMI Video Options HDMI Video Options allow you to set Seamless Switch options which determine how a display performs when the Input port is changed. The Transition, Period and Scale Resolution apply only when Seamless Switching is on. ...
  • Page 92 Modular Matrix Solution User Manual  Click Save to save the profile.  Click Save as to save the profile as a different profile number.  Click Cancel to undo all unsaved changes.
  • Page 93: System Settings

    Chapter 4. Browser Operation System Settings Click the Settings link from the Main page for the System Settings to open on the General page:  The General page allows you to view and set Serial, Fan, Language and Baud Rate Settings. Here you can also view Temperature, Fan and Power statuses and Slot Information.
  • Page 94  The OSD/CEC page allows users to control port OSD and CEC settings.  Click Profile List to return to the Main page. Note: The IR/RS232 Channel page is only available when VM7514/VM8514 I/O boards are installed in the VM1600.
  • Page 95: General

    Chapter 4. Browser Operation General The General page has three sections: Serial Settings, Fan Status, Power Status, Device Info and Other. Serial Settings  Use the Serial Port Mode drop-down menu to select a signal for the serial port: RS232, RS422/RS485. ...
  • Page 96: Power Status

    Modular Matrix Solution User Manual Note: If the fans have stopped working or are switched off, they will appear as follows. The fan module will then need to be replaced or reset. Power Status This section displays the status of the Primary and Redundant Power units. Device Info This section lists the device and input/output boards’...
  • Page 97: User Account

    Note: This is an Administrator only function.  Add account – Click the Add account button to add another user to the list. The VM1600 supports up to 32 users at one time (see page 85 for more details).  Edit – Click the Edit button to change user information. This option allows an Administrator to edit individual accounts.
  • Page 98: Add Account

     Click Create User to save the data.  Click Cancel to discard the changes and exit.  If a user is logged into the VM1600’s GUI, their user settings cannot be edited, and the fields in this screen are grayed out.
  • Page 99: Permission Level

    The three available permission levels are as follows:  Administrator – this level provides full access and control of the VM1600, in addition to full User Management privileges.  Advanced User – this level provides full access and control with no User Management privileges.
  • Page 100: Port Name

    Modular Matrix Solution User Manual Port Name The Annotation page lets users name the Input and Output ports for easy identification.  To name an Input/Output port, enter a descriptive name of up to 16 characters (including 0-9, a-z, A-Z, _, -) in the corresponding field. ...
  • Page 101: Network

    GUI, and enable/disable Telnet. Enable DHCP to allow the DHCP server to assign an IP address to the VM1600. Select Disable to enter your own static IP address settings for the device. Click Reset to use the following default values: ...
  • Page 102: Edid Settings

    EDID Settings The EDID Setting page lets users view and select an EDID Mode so that the VM1600 can use the best resolution for its display(s). Note: The EDID Mode can also be selected via the Front Panel pushbuttons –...
  • Page 103 In the left panel of the page, users can select a pre-configured EDID Mode using the EDID Mode radio buttons. Select the EDID Mode to use and click Apply. The VM1600 uses the settings configured for that EDID mode. Options are: ...
  • Page 104: Edid & Cea Description

    Modular Matrix Solution User Manual EDID & CEA Description The right panel of the screen lets users view the configuration of the EDID and CEA Modes selected:  From the left column, click the option that you want to view and/or edit.
  • Page 105  Retrieve EDID: Click and a pop-up window appears to retrieve the EDID settings of a stored EDID configuration: Customized EDID 01- 16, Display Port or ATEN Default. Select the port to retrieve:  The right panel displays a summary of the acquired EDID settings that you can edit.
  • Page 106 Modular Matrix Solution User Manual Customized EDID Parameters The EDID structure is comprised of 128 bytes in total – each heading shown in the left column corresponds to a specific number of bytes. The pages for the pre-configured EDID Modes (Port 1, Default and Remix) cannot be edited.
  • Page 107 Chapter 4. Browser Operation Standard Timings This page shows eight resolutions/timings that display devices can support in addition to those listed in the Established Timings page.  Select the H Active Pixel from the drop-down menu.  Select the Aspect Ratio from the drop-down menu. ...
  • Page 108 Modular Matrix Solution User Manual Monitor Description This screen lets you specify the viewing specifications, namely horizontal and vertical scan ranges and pixel clock rate, of your monitor/display device. Enter the values that correspond to your device and click Save to apply the changes.
  • Page 109 Chapter 4. Browser Operation CEA Settings CEA is an extension data of the EDID structure, which further extends the standard definitions of EDID to support advanced features of monitors/display devices. Display Support This screen describes the display’s basic digital components. Select the YCbCr mode applicable to your display and click Save.
  • Page 110 Modular Matrix Solution User Manual Video Data This screen lists additional video resolution/timing displays that may be supported by other devices, other than PC monitors (for example, 1080i).  Select the native resolution of the attached display device.  Select the resolutions that work with the attached monitor/display device.
  • Page 111 Chapter 4. Browser Operation Audio Data This screen lets you select advanced audio configurations for your device. Use the drop down menu to select the Audio Format (1~6) applicable to your audio output device, and click Save to apply the changes. Detail Timing / Display Description This screen gives more video resolution options, and provides resolution/ timing details (in addition to those specified in the EDID structure).
  • Page 112: Maintenance

    Modular Matrix Solution User Manual Maintenance The Maintenance page lets users upgrade the VM1600’s firmware and back up or restore system settings. This is an Administrator only function. To upgrade the VM1600’s firmware, do the following: 1. Use the Browse button to locate the firmware upgrade file. Make sure you have the correct file saved on your PC.
  • Page 113 Chapter 4. Browser Operation 3. Power on the VE805R and turn its Firmware Upgrade switch to ON. 4. Reset the VE805R's power to enter firmware upgrade mode. The HDMI Out LED blinks orange every second to indicate the device is in F/W upgrade mode.
  • Page 114: Ir/Rs232 Channel

    Modular Matrix Solution User Manual IR/RS232 Channel The IR/RS232 Channel page is available for VM7514 and VM8514 boards only. The options allow you to set ports to use Local IR/RS232 which will direct the board to use the local IR and RS232 port signals, or HDBaseT IR/ RS232 which will direct the board to use the HDBaseT port for the IR and RS232 signals for control.
  • Page 115 Chapter 4. Browser Operation  Use the drop-down menu to select Broadcast (1-All) to broadcast the IR/RS232 signal from one port to all ports. Use the drop-down menu that appears to select the port that broadcasts the IR/RS232 signal.  Out-Board: Set each output port to use the Local IR/RS232, HDBaseT IR/RS232, or Loopback setting for the IR/RS232 signals.
  • Page 116: Hdcp

    Modular Matrix Solution User Manual HDCP The HDCP page lets users view and set HDCP key settings between input and output ports for digital copy protection and to ensure Seamless Switching between different devices. This is an Administrator and Advanced User only function.
  • Page 117: Osd/Cec

    Chapter 4. Browser Operation OSD/CEC The OSD/CEC page lets users view and set OSD and CEC settings for all ports.  OSD: Sets the default OSD option for the port. When OSD is on, real- time text updates appear on the display for 10 seconds when configuration and port changes are made to its output.
  • Page 118: Telnet Operation

    The VM1600 can be operated and configured via a remote terminal session using Telnet. To log into the VM1600 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 VM1600’s IP address in the following way: telnet [IP address]:23 3.
  • Page 119: Ip - Set Ip Address

    Chapter 4. Browser Operation 2. IP – Set IP address Old IP address: 192.168.0.60 New IP address: 3. LO – Load connections from profile LO 01 Load profile 01 OK. 4. PW – Change password Old password: ******** New password: 5.
  • Page 120: 10. Ti - Set Timeout

    Modular Matrix Solution User Manual Save the current connections into profile 01 10. TI – Set timeout TI 30 Set 30 minute timeout 11. VR – Software version information Software version 1.0. Note: For further information about these functions, please reference the equivalent Browser GUI functions earlier in this chapter.
  • Page 121: Rs-232 Commands

    Chapter 5 RS-232 Commands Serial Control Protocol Commands The VM1600’s built-in bi-directional RS-232 serial interface allows system control through a high-end controller or PC. RS232 Pin Assignment Description Description Not connected Not connected Not connected Not connected Not connected Not connected Configuring the Serial Port The controller’s serial port should be configured as follows:...
  • Page 122: Verification

    Modular Matrix Solution User Manual RS-422 / RS-485 In the sections that follow the formulas that include an “address” command are for RS-422 and RS-485 serial port devices when the VM1600 is setup in cascade installation. Verification After entering a command, a verification message appears at the end of the command line as follows: ...
  • Page 123: Switch Port Command

    Chapter 5. RS-232 Commands Switch Port Command The formula for Switch commands is as follows: Switch Command + Input + Num1 + Output + Num2 + Address + Num3 + Control [Enter] 1. For example, to switch input port 02 to output port 05, type the following: sw i02 o05 [Enter] 2.
  • Page 124 Modular Matrix Solution User Manual Num3 Description Device address zz: 01~16 (default is 01) (RS-422 and RS-485 only) All devices Control Description Turn on the display Turn off the display Next Port Previous Port Note: By default, input port 01 is tied to output port 01; input port 02 is tied to output port 02;...
  • Page 125 Chapter 5. RS-232 Commands 3. The Port Number and Address command strings can be skipped, and the default value will be used.
  • Page 126: Mute Command

    Modular Matrix Solution User Manual Mute Command Mute allows you to enable or disable an output port(s) audio. The Mute command will turn on/off the HDMI audio and stereo audio. When the HDMI audio is off, the stereo's volume can be adjusted using the volume command. The formula for the Mute command is as follows: Command + Output + Num1 + Address + Num2 + Control + [Enter] 1.
  • Page 127 Chapter 5. RS-232 Commands Control Description Mute off; audio on output port is enabled (default) Note: 1. Each command string can be separated with a space. 2. The Address command is for RS-422/485 only. If the address parameter is missing from RS-422/485 commands, the default a00 will be used.
  • Page 128: Volume Command

    Modular Matrix Solution User Manual Volume Command The volume command allows adjusts the stereo volume for an output port. The formula for the Volume command is as follows: Command + Output + Num1 + Address + Num2 + Volume + Control + [Enter] 1.
  • Page 129 Chapter 5. RS-232 Commands Control Description Audio volume level zz: 01~10 (default is 10) Note: 1. Each command string can be separated with a space. 2. The Address command is for RS-422/485 only. If the address parameter is missing from RS-422/485 commands, the default a00 will be used.
  • Page 130: Save/Load Profile Commands

    Modular Matrix Solution User Manual Save/Load Profile Commands The Save/Load Profile command allows you to save the current connection configuration as a profile and load connection profiles. The formula for Save/Load Profile commands is as follows: Command + Profile + Num1 + Address + Num2 + Control + [Enter] 1.
  • Page 131 Chapter 5. RS-232 Commands Control Description load Load a saved profile Note: 1. Each command string can be separated with a space. 2. The Address command is for RS-422/485 only. If the address parameter is missing from RS-422/485 commands, the default a00 will be used.
  • Page 132: Edid Mode Command

    Port 1, and pass it to the video source. remix Implement the EDID of each connected display according to its connection when the VM1600 is first powered on, or immediately after selecting the Remix option. default Implements ATEN’s default EDID.
  • Page 133 [Enter] The EDID from Port 1 is passed to the video source. zz: 01~16 edid remix [Enter] The VM1600 implements the EDID of each connected display according to its connection when the device is first powered on, or immediately after selecting the Remix option.
  • Page 134: Cec Command

    Modular Matrix Solution User Manual CEC Command Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) allows interconnected HDMI devices to communicate and respond to the same remote control. The formula for the CEC command is as follows: Command + Output + Number + Control + [Enter] 1.
  • Page 135: Read Command

    Chapter 5. RS-232 Commands Read Command The Read command allows you to view information about the devices. The formula for the Read command is as follows: Command + Address + Number + [Enter] 1. To view information, type: read [Enter] 1.
  • Page 136 Modular Matrix Solution User Manual How to read the commands: 1. o01 i03 video on i06 audio v10 HDMI-a on 1080p Output 01 is connected to Input 03 with video on; audio is on from Input 06 with volume 10 using the HDMI audio source; the resolution is scaled to 1080p 2.
  • Page 137: Reset Command

    Chapter 5. RS-232 Commands Reset Command The Reset command allows you to reset the VM1600 back to the default factory settings. Reset includes resetting the devices IP address. The formula for the Reset command is as follows: Command + Address + Number + [Enter] 1.
  • Page 138: Baud Rate Command

    Baud Rate Command The Baud Rate command allows you to set the RS-232 data rate for the VM1600 to use. Options are 9600, 19200 (default) 38400 and 115200. The formula for the Baud Rate command is as follows: Command + Control + [Enter] 1.
  • Page 139: Osd Command

    Chapter 5. RS-232 Commands OSD Command To enable or disable the On-Screen Display (OSD) for displays, use the following command: Command + Output + Number + Control + [Enter] 1. For example, to enable the OSD for output 07, type: osd o07 on [Enter] 2.
  • Page 140: Echo Command

    Modular Matrix Solution User Manual Echo Command The Echo function updates the RS232 controller when operations are made via the front panel pushbuttons, web browser or telnet. The changes echo back to the RS232 controller to keep the settings in sync with the device. The formula for the Echo command is as follows: Command + Control + [Enter] 1.
  • Page 141: Scaling Command

    Chapter 5. RS-232 Commands Scaling Command The Scaling command allows you to set a resolution for scaling the display connected to an output port. The formula for the Scaling command is as follows: Command + Output + Number 1 + Address + Number 2 + Horizontal Resolution + Number 3+ Vertical Resolution + Number 4 + Frequency + Number 5 + Control + [Enter] 1.
  • Page 142 Modular Matrix Solution User Manual Horizontal Description Resolution Horizontal resolution command for scaling Resolution Number Description hhhh Horizontal resolution Vertical Resolution Description Vertical resolution command for scaling Resolution Number Description vvvv Vertical resolution Frequency Description freq Frequency command for scaling Frequency Number Description Frequency resolution...
  • Page 143 Chapter 5. RS-232 Commands 3. The Port Number command string can be skipped, and the default value will be used. The following table lists the available Scaling commands: Horiz Vertic Frequ Out N1 Add N2 ontal Cont Enter Description al Res ency scali freq...
  • Page 144 Modular Matrix Solution User Manual Horiz Vertic Frequ Out N1 Add N2 ontal Cont Enter Description al Res ency scali freq [Enter] Scale output port yy device zz to 1920x1200@ 60Hz yy: 01~16 or zz: 01~16 or scali freq [Enter] Scale output yy device zz 1600x1200@ 60Hz...
  • Page 145: Fan Speed Command

    Chapter 5. RS-232 Commands Fan Speed Command The Fan Speed command allows you to set the VM1600’s internal fan speed. To set the fan speed, use the following command: Command + Control + [Enter] 1. For example, to set the fan to auto detect, type:...
  • Page 146: Alert Command

    Modular Matrix Solution User Manual Alert Command To trigger a warning when issues arise for a specific input port, use the following command: Command + Input + Number + Control + [Enter] 1. For example, to enable the basic Alert function for input port 1, type: alert i01 m1 [enter] The following tables show the possible values for the Alert command: Command...
  • Page 147: Appendix

    Appendix Safety Instructions General  Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference.  Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device.  This product is for indoor use only.  Do not place the device on any unstable surface (cart, stand, table, etc.). If the device falls, serious damage will result.
  • Page 148 Modular Matrix Solution 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.
  • Page 149: Rack Mounting

    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.
  • Page 150: Technical Support

    Modular Matrix Solution User Manual Technical Support International  For online technical support – including troubleshooting, documentation, and software updates: http://eservice.aten.com  For telephone support, see Telephone Support, page iii: North America Email Support support@aten-usa.com Online Troubleshooting http://www.aten-usa.com/support Technical Documentation...
  • Page 151: Specifications

    Appendix Specifications VM1600 Function VM1600 Video Input Interface Depends on which I/O board is inserted Impedance 100 Ώ Maximum Data Rate 10.2 Gbps (3.4 Gbps per lane) Maximum Pixel Clock 340 MHz Compliance HDMI (3D, Deep Color, 4K) HDCP 1.4 Compatible...
  • Page 152: Vm7404

    Modular Matrix Solution User Manual VM7404 VM7404 Function Video Input Interface 4 x BNC Female Impedance 75 Ώ Maximum Bandwidth 300 MHz Maximum Data Rate 2.97 GHz Maximum Resolution 1920 x 1080 Maximum Distance 90 m (3G-SDI); 140 m (HD-SDI); 300 m (SD-SDI) Audio Interfaces...
  • Page 153: Vm7514 / Vm8514

    Appendix VM7514 / VM8514 Function VM7514 VM8514 Connectors HDBaseT In 4 x RJ-45 Female (Silver) HDBaseT Out 4 x RJ-45 Female (Silver) 4 x Mini Stereo Jack 4 x Mini Stereo Jack Female (Black) Female (Black) RS-232 4 x Captive Screw 4 x captive screw Connector, 3 pole connector, 3 pole...
  • Page 154: Vm7804 / Vm8804

    Modular Matrix Solution User Manual VM7804 / VM8804 Function VM7804 VM8804 Connectors HDMI In 4 x HDMI Female (Black) HDMI Out 4 x HDMI Female (Black) Stereo Audio In 4 x captive screw connector, 5 pole Stereo Audio Out 4 x captive screw connector, 5 pole Status 1 (Green)
  • Page 155: Vm7604 / Vm8604

    Appendix VM7604 / VM8604 Function VM7604 VM8604 Connectors DVI In 4 x DVI-D Female (White) DVI Out 4 x DVI-D Female (White) Stereo Audio In 4 x captive screw connector, 5 pole Stereo Audio Out 4 x captive screw connector, 5 pole Status 1 (Green) 1 (Green)
  • Page 156: Vm7104

    Modular Matrix Solution User Manual VM7104 Function VM7104 Connectors VGA In 4 x HDB-15 Female (Blue) Stereo Audio In 4 x captive screw connector, 5 pole Status 1 (Green) Power Consumption 7.1 W Environment Operating Temp. 0–40ºC Storage Temp. -20–60ºC Humidity 0–80% RH, Non-condensing Physical...
  • Page 157: Ve805R

    Appendix VE805R Function VE805R Connectors HDMI Out 1 x HDMI Type A Female (Black) HDBaseT In 1 x RJ-45 Female (Silver) RS-232 1 x captive screw connector, 3 pole 1 x 3.5mm Phone Jack (Black) Power 1 x DC Jack (Black) Power 1 (Green) Link...
  • Page 158: Vm-Pwr400

    Modular Matrix Solution User Manual VM-PWR400 Function VM-PWR400 Properties Input Voltage 100~240Vac Power Max.Load 378W Consumption Operating Temp. 0–40ºC VM-FAN60 Function VM-FAN60 Properties Air Flow 60 cfm Operating 10.8-13.8 Vdc Voltage Operating Temp. -10–70ºC Limited Warranty IN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR'S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT FROM DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, DISK, OR ITS DOCUMENTATION.

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