RTI VHD-8 Installation And Operation Manual

RTI VHD-8 Installation And Operation Manual

8x8 hdbt video matrix switch

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It's Under Control
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VHD-8
8x8 HDBT Video Matrix Switch
70-210132-16 V1.2
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  • Page 1 It’s Under Control ® It’s Under Control ® VHD-8 8x8 HDBT Video Matrix Switch 70-210132-16 V1.2...
  • Page 2 VHD-8 8x8 HDBT Video Matrix Switch Copyright © 2017 Remote Technologies Incorporated All rights reserved.
  • Page 3: Federal Communications Commission Notice

    Ce dispositif ne peut causer des interférences nuisibles. Cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence reçue y compris des interférences qui peuvent provoquer un fonctionnement indésirable. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY (DOC) The Declaration of Conformity for this product can be found on the RTI website at: www. rticorp.com/declaration...
  • Page 4: Safety Suggestions

    VHD-8 8x8 HDBT Video Matrix Switch SAFETY SUGGESTIONS Read Instructions. Read all safety and operating instructions before operating the unit. Retain Instructions. Keep the safety and operating instructions for future reference. Heed Warnings. Adhere to all warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions.
  • Page 5: Disclaimer

    VHD-8, Integration Designer, and the RTI logo are registered trademarks of Remote Technologies Incorporated. Other brands and their products are trademarks or registered trademarks of...
  • Page 6: Limited Warranty

    RTI will provide warranty coverage extension of six (6) months from the date code of the product. Note: RTI warranty is limited to the provisions set forth in this policy and does not preclude any other warranties offered by third parties who are solely responsible for those other warranties.
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    It’s Under Control ® TABLE OF CONTENTS Federal Communications Commission Notice ........... 3 Safety Suggestions ..................4 Disclaimer ....................... 5 Limited Warranty .................... 6 Table of Contents .................... 7 Chapter 1 - Welcome ..................9 - Important Notes ................... 9 - Product Contents .................
  • Page 8 VHD-8 8x8 HDBT Video Matrix Switch...
  • Page 9: Important Notes

    • Avoid installing the VHD-8 in a location where it can come in contact with direct sunlight. • Do not let the VHD-8 get wet. It should not be handled with wet hands or placed in an area where it could get wet.
  • Page 10: Product Contents

    One (1) Installation Guide UNPACKING AND INSPECTION After unpacking the VHD-8 HDBT Matrix Switch, save all of the packing materials in case you ever have to ship the unit. Thoroughly inspect the VHD-8 and packing materials for signs of damage. Report any damage to the carrier immediately.
  • Page 11: Front Panel

    It’s Under Control ® CHAPTER 2 | DESCRIPTION VHD-8 FRONT PANEL INPUTS MENU Model VHD-8 HDBT Video Distribution System EDID CLEAR ENTER OUTPUTS IR IN IR IN IR IN IR IN Remote Technologies Incorporated Model VHD-8 20-210175-18 1. Firmware N27917 Micro USB port for update firmware.
  • Page 12: Rear Panel

    EDID CLEAR ENTER OUTPUTS INPUTS CHAPTER 2 | DESCRIPTION Model VHD-8 HDBT Video Distribution System INPUTS MENU VHD-8 REAR PANEL INPUTS Model VHD-8 HDBT Video Distribution System EDID IR IN IR IN IR IN IR IN OUTPUTS Remote Technologies Incorporated...
  • Page 13 Unused Unused 5. IR CTRL 3.5mm Mono Mini: Connect to control processor IR output for control of the VHD-8. 6. IR ALL IN 3.5mm Mono Mini: IR control signal input port, connect to the IR output of a control system IR output. Passes through IR signal to all VHR-1 HDBaseT IR ports to control remote devices.
  • Page 14: Chapter 3 - Installation And Operation

    The VHD-8 can be mounted in a component rack using the included rack mounting ears. Align the rack mounting ears with the screw holes located on the sides of the VHD-8 near the front. Fasten the rack ears to the VHD-8 using the screws (supplied). Remove feet before mounting in a rack.
  • Page 15: Connections

    It’s Under Control ® CHAPTER 3 | INSTALLATION AND OPERATION CONNECTION DIAGRAM Power Processor HDTV Audio Distribution VHR-1 Receiver MEDIA SERVER STREAMER Projector...
  • Page 16: Edid Management

    8x8 HDBT Video Matrix Switch CHAPTER 3 | INSTALLATION AND OPERATION FRONT PANEL CONTROL The VHD-8 provides control via the front panel buttons. Below is an introduction to the system operations. Switching I/O connection 1) To convert one input to an output:...
  • Page 17 It’s Under Control ® CHAPTER 3 | INSTALLATION AND OPERATION 2) All input ports learn EDID data from one output port Operation: Press EDID + ALL + OUTPUTS +ENTER Example: All input ports learn EDID data from output 4 OUTPUTS EDID ENTER Note: Indicators of the pressed buttons will blink green for three times if the switch is...
  • Page 18 VHD-8 8x8 HDBT Video Matrix Switch CHAPTER 3 | INSTALLATION AND OPERATION CHECK STATUS INQUIRY Press and hold ENTER for 3 seconds, it will enter into system inquiry menu. Use Left and Right direction buttons to navigate checking the previous/next items.
  • Page 19 Discrete control of remote devices is possible via the IR IN 3.5 mono mini-jack associated with IR IN 1-8. The IR signal is delivered to the VHD-8 via an RTI control processor and is sent over Cat5e/Cat6 cable to a VHR-1 HDBaseT receiver. An infrared emitter is wired to the VHR-1 IR OUT port and wired to the controlled device.
  • Page 20 • Click on “Network”. • On the right side window, scroll down to “Other Devices”. • Find the VHD-8 in the list of devices and double click on the icon to open the web interface. • The VHD-8 icon will display the IP address it is using. Open a web browser on your PC, tablet or smartphone and type the IP address into the browser address bar.
  • Page 21 It’s Under Control ® CHAPTER 3 | INSTALLATION AND OPERATION WEB INTERFACE - LOGIN To access the web interface, enter the password and press LOGIN NOTE: The default password is: rti...
  • Page 22 IP ADDRESS CONFIGURATION IMPORTANT NOTES: • Setting a static IP address is not necessary. The RTI two-way driver uses the UPNP name of the VHD-8 to find it on the network. • Setting a static IP address and clicking “Update Settings” will cause the web interface to no longer be displayed in your web browser.
  • Page 23: Web Interface

    It’s Under Control ® CHAPTER 3 | INSTALLATION AND OPERATION WEB INTERFACE...
  • Page 24 VHD-8 8x8 HDBT Video Matrix Switch CHAPTER 4 | SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL Power Supply 100V~240V AC, Power Consumption 103W (full load) Mounting Rack mount or free standing Dimensions 17.1” (437mm) x 3.4” (87.8mm) x 14.9” (380mm) (2U high, (W x H x D)
  • Page 25: Chapter 4 - Specifications

    It’s Under Control ® CHAPTER 4 | SPECIFICATIONS CONTROL IR Control One, 3.5mm jack (IR CTRL), compatible with industry standard IR repeaters and receivers Remote Source IR Inputs Eight discrete (IR IN), One universal (IR ALL IN), 3.5mm jacks Panel Control Twenty Front Panel buttons Serial (RS-232) Port One, Bi-directional Female DB-9...
  • Page 26: Chapter 5 - Troubleshooting

    8x8 HDBT Video Matrix Switch CHAPTER 5 | TROUBLESHOOTING If you are having problems with your VHD-8, please read the information below before contacting technical support. If you continue to have problems, see Chapter 6 for more information on contacting RTI technical support.
  • Page 27 2) IR signal level SOLUTIONS: 1) Verify all wiring & terminations - IR jacks are 1/8” mono, tip = IR+, ring=Gnd. 2) Adjust IR signal going into VHD-8. 3) Verify connection is to IR CTRL input jack. SYMPTOM: No IR control via VHR-1...
  • Page 28: Chapter 6 - Service And Support

    Fax (952) 253-3131 info@rticorp.com RTI TECHNICAL SUPPORT At RTI, customer service and satisfaction is an utmost priority. If you are encountering any problems or have a question about your RTI product, please contact RTI Technical Support for assistance. RTI provides technical support by telephone, fax or e-mail. For the highest quality service, please have the following information ready, or provide it in your fax or e-mail.
  • Page 29 Do not include accessories such as power cords or manuals unless instructed to do so. You must pay any shipping charges incurred in getting your VHD-8 to RTI. RTI will pay reasonable return shipping charges via a carrier of our choice to any destination within the United States if the repairs are covered under warranty.
  • Page 30 VHD-8 8x8 HDBT Video Matrix Switch NOTES...
  • Page 31 It’s Under Control ®...
  • Page 32 VHD-8 8x8 HDBT Video Matrix Switch It’s Under Control ® Remote Technologies Incorporated 5775 12th Avenue East, Suite 180 Shakopee, MN 55379 Tel: 952-253-3100 Fax: 952-253-3131 www.rticorp.com © 2018 Remote Technologies Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in Taiwan.

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