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VM0808HA User Manual About this Manual This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your VM0808HA system. It covers all aspects of installation, configuration and operation. An overview of the information found in the manual is provided below.
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UHD (3840 x 2160) and DCI (4096 x 2160), and refresh rates of 30 Hz (4:4:4) and 60 Hz (4:2:0). Ready for future high-definition video trends, the VM0808HA is ideal for applications where the routing of up to 4K digital video signals is required, such as in classrooms, auditoriums and department stores.
HDMI (3D, Deep Color) and HDCP 2.2 compatible Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) allows interconnected HDMI devices to communicate and respond to a single remote control Supports ATEN’s LockPro™ HDMI cable lock for secure HDMI cables ESD protection for HDMI Firmware upgradeable...
Chapter 1. Introduction Requirements The following devices are required for a complete VM0808HA installation: Source Devices HDMI Type A output connector(s) Note: A DVI/HDMI adapter is required when connecting a DVI source device. Display Devices Display devices or receivers with an HDMI Type A input connector...
VM0808HA User Manual Source Device Operating Systems Supported operating systems are shown in the table, below: Version Windows 2000 and higher Linux RedHat 6.0 and higher SuSE 8.2 and higher Mandriva (Mandrake) 9.0 and higher UNIX 4.3 and higher FreeBSD 3.51 and higher...
Main Screen, page 17. Input Pushbuttons These pushbuttons refer to the HDMI Input ports found on the VM0808HA rear panel. Press to select the Input port. These pushbuttons may also correspond to menu options, connection profiles (P1–P8) and so on.
In order to access the VM0808HA’s Browser Graphical User Interface (GUI), the VM0808HA must be connected to your network. The cable that connects the VM0808HA to your LAN plugs in here. See Cable Connection, page 12, for further details HDMI Input Ports The cables from the HDMI source devices plug into these ports.
Chapter 1. Introduction IR Remote Control Component Description Power ON/OFF Use the ON and OFF pushbuttons to turn the Output displays on or off – by individual port, or all ports (see IR Remote Control Operation, page 32). Output Pushbuttons Press Output display pushbuttons 1–8 to select the Output display you want to configure (see IR Remote 1–8...
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Keyboard Power On function. Rack Mounting The VM0808HA can be mounted in a 19” (1U) system rack. For the most convenient front panel pushbutton configuration and operation at the local site, mount the unit at the front of the rack, as follows: 1.
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VM0808HA 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.
To prevent damage to your installation, it is important that all devices are properly grounded. 1. Use a grounding wire to ground the VM0808HA by connecting one end of the wire to the grounding terminal, and the other end of the wire to a suitable grounded object.
5. Connect up to 8 HDMI display devices to the HDMI Output ports 6. Connect the IR Receiver into the External IR Receiver input Port 7. Plug the power cord supplied with the package into the VM0808HA’s 3- prong AC socket, and then into an AC power source.
Chapter 3 Front Panel Configuration Overview The VM0808HA can be configured and operated locally via the front panel LCD/pushbuttons and IR Remote Control; remotely over a standard TCP/IP connection via graphical user interface (GUI) using a web browser; via a remote terminal session using Telnet;...
If the Password screen / LCD Menu fails to load, an error message displays. Reset the unit and try again. If you are accessing the VM0808HA for the first time, the Password screen appears as soon as the LCD loading process is done. Enter the default password 1234 to continue to the Main Screen (see Main Screen, page 17).
Chapter 3. Front Panel Configuration Main Screen The Main Screen shows the Input ports in the top row, which are tied to the Output ports shown in sequential order (1–8) at the bottom row. INPUT 1 2 5 5 1 1 OUTPUT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 The front panel pushbutton label (1–8) corresponds to the Input ports and...
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VM0808HA User Manual (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.
Chapter 3. Front Panel Configuration Output Port Selection Use the Output Port pushbuttons to select the Output port you want to configure. INPUT 1 2 5 5 1 1 3 4 OUTPUT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 To select which output display corresponds to each input source device, do the following: 1.
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VM0808HA User Manual 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.
Chapter 3. Front Panel Configuration LCD Menu Organization The VM0808HA has a built-in configuration utility via the front panel LCD, which can be controlled by pressing the MENU and front panel Input pushbuttons (1–8). User can cycle through the menu options, starting from IP...
Press Menu or Cancel to return to the Main Screen IP Setting The IP Setting page displays the VM0808HA’s IP configuration. The values in the LCD Menu are read-only and can be edited via the Browser GUI (Network, page 51).
Chapter 3. Front Panel Configuration Serial Port Setting To configure the VM0808HA’s baud rate for its serial port connection, select Serial Port Setting from the Menu page. 1: IP Setting 2: Serial Port Setting 8: Next Baud Rate Setting To set the VM0808HA’s baud rate, do the following: 1.
Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) allows interconnected HDMI devices to communicate and respond to one remote control To configure the VM0808HA’s operation mode settings from the Main Screen, use the Menu pushbutton to access the Menu page, press 8 or Next to navigate to the next page, then press pushbutton 1 to access the Operation Mode page.
3: Remix Uses the EDID of each connected display according to its connection when the VM0808HA is first powered on, or immediately after pressing 3 to select the Remix option. 4: Customized Automatically retrieves and saves the EDID settings of a connected monitor/display device to an input source port.
VM0808HA User Manual Output Status To configure the Output Status of each port, do the following: 1. From the second Operation Mode page, press pushbutton 1: 7: Back 1: Output Status 2. From the Output Status page, press pushbutton 1: 1: Video 3.
Three security modes are available: None, Password Enable and Lock Screen. The VM0808HA’s password can also be changed here. To configure the VM0808HA’s security settings from the Main Screen, use the Menu pushbutton to access the Menu page, press 8 or Next to navigate to the next page, then press pushbutton 2 to access the Security Mode page.
New Password: * * * * 4. Re-enter the new password in the following screen. The new password is applied by the VM0808HA immediately. Re-enter New Password: * * * * If the password you entered does not match the one entered in the previous screen, an error message appears.
Chapter 3. Front Panel Configuration Save to a Profile The switch allows users to store up to 16 (numbered P1–P16) different connection profiles that can be saved and recalled later. The active Input-to-Output port connections on the LCD Main Screen is the configuration saved to a profile.
VM0808HA User Manual Play/Stop the Profile Schedule Inputting port pushbutton 2 will Play or Stop the active Profile Schedule. 7: Back 1: Save to a Profile 2: Play/Stop the Profile Schedule...
Profile Scheduling (see page 40), not the profile list. This feature is only available while a schedule is playing. Press the Cancel pushbutton to exit Note: If there are no profiles configured on the VM0808HA device, an error message “No Available Profile” is displayed when the Profile pushbutton is pressed.
Output displays simultaneously Before using the remote control, a user must first plug the IR External Receiver into the rear panel of the VM0808HA and place the receiver where the IR signal can be reached (see External IR Receiver Port, page 6).
Chapter 3. Front Panel Configuration Power on/off all Output displays To power on/off all Output displays simultaneously, with the remote control, do the following: 1. Press the ON or OFF pushbutton.* 2. Repeat step 1 to simultaneously change back the power status of all Output ports, to on or off, respectively.
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Logging In To access the GUI, type the VM0808HA’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: The default IP address is http://192.168.0.60...
VM0808HA 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.
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 16 differently configured profiles that can be saved and played by two methods: locally via the unit’s front panel pushbuttons and via the web GUI.
To export the VM0808HA’s connection profiles, do the following: 1. Click Export Profiles. A configuration file will then begin downloading. To import connection profiles to the VM0808HA, do the following: 1. Click Import Profiles. 2. Browse to the configuration file, select it and click Open.
Chapter 4. Browser Operation 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.
VM0808HA User Manual 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.
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Chapter 4. Browser Operation 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: Select Startup to use the profile as the starting point for the schedule.
VM0808HA User Manual Connection Profiles Digital Signage profiles are for displays where video is viewed on separate monitors. Digital Signage Profile Each icon represents an output port and the connected display. The large number is the Input port selected for the display. The small number (upper-left corner) is the Output port for the display.
Chapter 4. Browser Operation 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.
VM0808HA User Manual Grid View The Grid View allows you to select the Input to Output connections using a simple grid. Select a box to coordinate Input Ports to Output Ports. By default, ports will be aligned so that i01 will correspond to o01, etc.
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 edit Baud and Language settings and view device information. The User Account page allows you to add and edit user accounts. The Port Name page allows you to name each input and output port.
VM0808HA User Manual General The General page has two sections: Device Info and Other. Device Info This section lists the device’s type, Model Name, Firmware Version and port statuses. Other Use the Language drop-down menu to select a preferred user interface language.
Note: This is an Administrator only function. Add account – Click the Add account button to add another user to the list. The VM0808HA supports up to 32 users at one time (see page 47 for more details). Edit – Click the Edit button to change user information. This option allows an Administrator to edit individual accounts.
48). Click Create User to save the data. Click Cancel to discard the changes and exit. If a user is logged into the VM0808HA’s GUI, their user settings cannot be edited, and the fields in this screen are grayed out.
The three available permission levels are as follows: Administrator – this level provides full access and control of the VM0808HA, in addition to full User Management privileges. Advanced User – this level provides full access and control with no User Management privileges.
VM0808HA User Manual Port Name The Port Name page lets you name the input and output ports for easy identification. To name an Input/Output port, enter a descriptive name of up to 16 multi-language characters (excluding :;=[]+=/?\|) in the corresponding field and click Save.
Telnet settings for connecting to the VM0808HA. Enable DHCP to allow the DHCP server to assign an IP address to the VM0808HA. Select Disable to enter your own static IP address settings for the device. Click Reset to use the following default values: IP Address –...
EDID The EDID Settings page lets users view and select an EDID Mode so that the VM0808HA can use the best resolution for its display(s). Note: The EDID Mode can also be selected via the Front Panel pushbuttons – see EDID Mode, page 53.
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 VM0808HA uses the settings configured for that EDID mode. Options are: ATEN Default: All ports' EDID are the same as the hardware default EDID.
Retrieve EDID: Click and a pop-up window appears to retrieve the EDID settings of a stored EDID configuration: Customized EDID 01- 08, or ATEN Default. Select the port to retrieve: The right panel displays a summary of the acquired EDID settings that you can edit.
Chapter 4. Browser Operation 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. There are two categories: EDID (Extended Display Identification Data) and CEA (Consumer Electronics Association).
VM0808HA User Manual Customized EDID Settings 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.
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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. Click Save to apply the changes.
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VM0808HA 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...
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.
VM0808HA User Manual Video Data This screen lists additional video resolution/timing displays that may be supported by 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.
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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).
VM0808HA User Manual Maintenance The Maintenance page lets users upgrade the VM0808HA’s firmware and back up or restore system settings. This is an Administrator only function. To upgrade the VM0808HA’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.
Chapter 4. Browser Operation 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.
VM0808HA User Manual Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) allows interconnected HDMI devices to communicate and respond to one remote control. To set the CEC for each port, do the following: Use the drop-down menu to apply options to all ports. Use the On/Off buttons to enable/disable CEC for individual ports.
The VM0808HA can be operated and configured via a remote terminal session using Telnet. To log into the VM0808HA 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 VM0808HA’s IP address in the following way: telnet [IP address]:23 3.
VM0808HA User Manual 2. GT – Set gateway address Old gateway address: 192.168.0.1 New gateway address: 3. IM – Set IP subnet mask Old IP subnet mask: 255.255.255.0 New IP subnet mask: 4. IP – Set IP address Old IP address: 192.168.0.60 New IP address: 5.
Chapter 4. Browser Operation 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. SV – Save the current connections into a profile SV 01 Save the current connections into profile 01 12.
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RS-232 Control Tool RS-232 serial operations in a VM0808HA installation can be managed via a Graphical User Interface (GUI) on systems that are running Windows. In order to use this Control Tool, two separate items of software must be installed on all of the PCs in your installation –...
VM0808HA User Manual 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: Baud Rate 19200 (Default) Data Bit 8 bits...
Chapter 5. RS-232 Commands Switch Port Commands The formula for Switch Port commands is as follows: Switch Command + Input Command + Port number + Output Command + Port Number + Control + [Enter] 1. For example, to switch input port 02 to output port 05, type the following: sw i02 o05 [Enter] 2.
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VM0808HA User Manual The following table shows the available command list: Enter Description [Enter] Switch Input Port xx to Output Port yy (xx:01~08; yy:01~08, *) [Enter] Turn on Output Port yy Turn off Output Port yy (yy:01~08, *) [Enter] Switch Next Input to Output...
Chapter 5. RS-232 Commands EDID Commands You can set up which EDID mode the VM0808HA uses, select one of the 14 available ATEN default EDID configurations and copy the EDID of any connected display to the input source with the following command:...
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VM0808HA User Manual The ATEN default EDID configuration can be selected via the RS-232 command line: Default EDID No. Configuration Remark 4K2K video, 2 ch audio (default) 1080p video, 2 ch audio 1080p video, 5.1 ch audio 1080p video, 7.1 ch audio 1080i video, 2 ch audio 1080i video, 5.1 ch audio...
Chapter 5. RS-232 Commands Save / Load Profile Commands The formula for Save/Load Profile commands is as follows: Command + Profile + Number + Control + [Enter] 1. For example, to save the current connection configuration to profile 12, type the following: profile f 12 save [Enter] 2.
To Reads and displays information from the device, type: read [Enter] The following table show the possible values and formats for the command: Command Description read Reads and displays information from the VM0808HA, including the input/ output connections, audio/video and CEC status, EDID settings and the firmware version...
Chapter 5. RS-232 Commands CEC Commands Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) allows interconnected HDMI devices to communicate and respond to one remote control. The formula for CEC mode selection commands is as follows: CEC Command + Output Command + Port Number + Control (Off / On) [Enter] For example, to enable CEC function on output port 1, type the following: cec o01 on [enter]...
VM0808HA User Manual Baud Rate Setting You can select the RS-232 Baud Rate you want the VM0808HA to use. Options are 9600, 19200 (default) 38400 and 115200. The formula for Baud Rate setting command is as follows: Baud Command + Control [Enter]...
Chapter 5. RS-232 Commands Echo Commands If the Echo feature is enabled: for each action from the front panel (pushbuttons), web GUI or IR interface, the VM0808HA sends a corresponding acknowledgment message to the attached controller or management device via the RS-232 port.
VM0808HA User Manual Reset You can reset the VM0808HA to default factory settings. The formula for the Reset command is as follows: Reset Command [Enter] The following tables show the possible values and formats for the Control command: Command Description...
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, etc.). If the device falls, serious damage will result.
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VM0808HA 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.
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.
VM0808HA 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 Support Software Updates Telephone Support...
Appendix Specifications Function VM0808HA Video Input Interface 8 x HDMI Type A Female (Black) Impedance 100 Ώ Max. Distance 1.8 m Video Output Interface 8 x HDMI Type A Female (Black) Impedance 100 Ώ Max. Distance 15 m Video Max. Data Rate 10.2 Gbps (3.4 Gbps Per Lane)
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