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- Page 1 Seamless Presentation Switch with Quad View Multistreaming VP2120 User Manual www.aten.com...
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Page 2: Emc Information
VP2120 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
VP2120 User Manual User Information Online Registration Be sure to register your product at our online support center: International http://eservice.aten.com Telephone Support For telephone support, call this number: International 886-2-8692-6959 China 86-400-810-0-810 Japan 81-3-5615-5811 Korea 82-2-467-6789 North America 1-888-999-ATEN ext 4988... -
Page 4: Package Contents
VP2120 User Manual Package Contents 1 VP2120 Seamless Presentation Switch with Quad View Multistreaming 1 IR Receiver 1 IR Remote Control 1 Power Adapter 1 User Instructions Note: Make sure that all of the items are present and in good order. If anything is missing or was damaged in shipping, please contact your dealer for further assistance. -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
VP2120 Front View ........ - Page 6 Overview ..........35 The VP2120’s IP Address ........35 Account Types and Privileges .
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Page 8: About This Manual
VP2120 User Manual About this Manual This user manual is provided to help you get the most from the VP2120 unit. It covers all aspects of installation, configuration, and operation. An overview of the information found in the manual is provided below. -
Page 9: Conventions
Indicates critical information. Product Information 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 10 VP2120 User Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank...
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Page 11: Introduction
Chapter 1 Introduction Overview The VP2120 is a Seamless Presentation Switch that integrates video matrix switch, quad-view multistreaming, audio DSP, and idea-sharing platform into one compact device. With the seamless switching between streamed-in sources, the online idea exchanging features, and the network capability that... -
Page 12: Features
Start auto scan and select a room number from the list Scan the QR code shown on the VP2120 OSD Load a pre-saved QR code Input the IP address and Room code shown on the OSD Seamless BYOD Collaboration ... - Page 13 VP2120 User Manual High-definition Video with Optimum Output Superior video quality up to 1920 x 1080 with single streaming input and 854 x 480 with four streaming inputs EDID Expert™ – automatically selects the optimum EDID settings for...
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Page 14: Planning The Installation
1 Speaker 1 RJ-45 cable to connect the VP2120 to a network switch to allow for streaming over IP and access to the VP2120’s web interface 1 to 4 wireless device to connect with the VP2120 for presentation viewing and sharing. -
Page 15: Hardware Setup
Chapter 2 Hardware Setup 1. Please review the safety information regarding the placement of this device in Safety Instructions, page 71. 2. Do not power on the VP2120 until all the necessary hardware is connected. Components VP2120 Front View Component... -
Page 16: Vp2120 Rear View
Connects to a speaker. HDMI In Port Connects to an HDMI source device via HDMI cable. HDMI Out Ports Connect to display devices equipped with an HDMI port. Grounding Terminal Grounds the VP2120 to prevent damages from power surge or static electricity. -
Page 17: Ir Remote Control
VP2120 User Manual IR Remote Control Buttons Description On/Off Turns the VP2120 on or off. Navigation Navigates in the OSD, selects or unselects options, or leaves a current screen in the OSD. Volume Control Adjusts the volume up and down. -
Page 18: Led Display
Chapter 2. Hardware Setup LED Display You can find the unit’s LEDs as illustrated below. See the table below for details on LED indication. Indication Description Power Lights green The unit is powered and switched ON. Lights orange The unit is connected to power, but is currently OFF. -
Page 19: Mounting
Mounting Rack Mount The VP2120 can be mounted on a 19” (1U) system rack. To conveniently access the front-panel pushbuttons for local configuration and operation, mount the unit at the front of the rack so that the front panel faces outward. -
Page 20: Under Desk Mount
Chapter 2. Hardware Setup Under Desk Mount You can also mount the VP2120 under a desk using the under-desk mounting kit. Note: The mounting kit required for this installation is not included in the package. For more information on purchasing this accessory, please visit the product web page. -
Page 21: Installation
4. (Optional) Connect an active speaker to the Stereo Audio Out Port. 5. (Optional) Connect a microphone to the MIC In Port. 6. (Optional) To control the VP2120 using an IR remote control, connect the supplied IR Receiver to the IR Receiver Port. - Page 22 8. Plug the power adapter to the Power Jack. 9. (Optional) Use the Cable Tie Slot and a cable tie to hold the power cable in place. 10. Press the Power Pushbutton to power on the VP2120. 11. Power on all the connected devices.
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Page 23: Local Operation
Local Operation Overview This chapter provides detailed information on the features of the VP2120’s on- screen display (OSD), and how to locally operate the unit using the front-panel pushbuttons and the IR remote control. You can perform the following tasks through the OSD: ... -
Page 24: Displaying The Room Info
Chapter 3. Local Operation Displaying the Room Info To display meeting information such as the room code, IP address for the web interface, and QR code to join the meeting, use the Room Info pushbutton/ button. -
Page 25: The Osd
The captured image is saved to the storage device connected to the VP2120’s USB ports. Make sure you have a storage device inserted to the VP2120 for this function to be available. For more information, see Getting Screen Captures, page 24. - Page 26 , page 63. Overall Volume Sets the volume of the speaker connected to the VP2120. Mic Volume Sets the volume of the microphone connected to the VP2120 by adjusting the output level.
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Page 27: Switching The Sources
The two channels are compared in the table below. OSD Source List Description HDMI source HDMI source is the source connected to the VP2120’s HDMI In Port. Streaming source Streaming source 1 ~ 4 are sources that streamed in over the Internet. - Page 28 Chapter 3. Local Operation 4. Now you have successfully switched the display source from streaming to HDMI for display B.
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Page 29: Display Settings And Behavior
VP2120 User Manual Display Settings and Behavior Display Mode By default. the VP2120 can show different sources and keep their own sets of display settings (refer to page 31), including resolution, aspect ratio, and auto switch mode on the two displays:... -
Page 30: Multiview Display For Streamed-In Sources
Chapter 3. Local Operation Multiview Display for Streamed-in Sources The VP2120 supports multiview display for streamed-in sources. This display mode is automatically enabled when a display is set to Streaming, and that 2, 3, or 4 video sources are shared to the Presentation Switch. - Page 31 VP2120 User Manual Three sources Four sources...
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Page 32: Streaming Out A Display
Chapter 3. Local Operation Streaming Out a Display Overview There are two ways to broadcast the content on one of the displays at a time to meeting participants. You can use the IR remote control or the OSD via the front-panel pushbuttons. - Page 33 VP2120 User Manual 2. In the OSD, locate the Go Live icon using the Navigation pushbuttons/ buttons. 3. Press the Enter pushbutton/button to select a display to stream out and press the Enter again. 4. The display of your choice is now streamed out. A live icon appears on the top-right of your chosen display, reminding you which display is being streamed out.
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Page 34: Getting Screen Captures
Note: The USB storage device must be in format FAT to be recognized by the VP2120. To capture a screen, follow the steps below. 1. Insert a USB storage device to the VP2120 for this function to be available. 2. Press the Menu pushbutton/button to open the OSD. -
Page 35: Whiteboard
VP2120 User Manual Whiteboard The whiteboard allows you to draw, insert images, create texts, and share to all the participants and administrator. You can also save the whiteboard locally for future use. Fore more information, see , page 63. Use the IR remote control or the front-panel pushbuttons to open the whiteboard. -
Page 36: Using The Osd
Chapter 3. Local Operation Using the OSD 1. Press the Menu pushbutton/button to open the OSD. 2. In the OSD, locate the Whiteboard icon using the Navigation pushbuttons/buttons. 3. Press the Enter pushbutton/button. -
Page 37: Viewing Event Logs
VP2120 User Manual Viewing Event Logs The VP2120 logs user actions performed via the OSD and the web interface, such as users joining a meeting, saving of a screen capture to a connected storage device, or a screen going live. -
Page 38: Locking The Front Panel
Chapter 3. Local Operation Locking the Front Panel To lock the front-panel pushbuttons, press and hold the Up Navigation pushbutton for 5 seconds until the lock icon lights red. To unlock, press and hold the Up navigation pushbutton for 5 seconds, until the lock icon dims. - Page 39 VP2120 User Manual System Settings Description Note: Default settings are indicated in bold. General Room Code Enables and generates a random Disable room code to be required for Refresh joining a meeting. code Mirror Mode Each connected display mirrors...
- Page 40 VP2120. Decrease (- Mute Mic Volume Sets the volume of the microphone Increase (+) connected to the VP2120 by Decrease (- adjusting the output level. Mute Streaming Sets the volume of the streamed-...
- Page 41 Switching the Sources, page 17. Resolution Select a resolution and refresh rate setting for display A. This field is only available when the display is connected to the VP2120. Aspect Ratio Scale to Scale to Whole: Fully extends...
- Page 42 Switching the Sources, page 17. Resolution Select a resolution and refresh rate setting for display B. This field is only available when the display is connected to the VP2120. Aspect Ratio Scale to Scale to Whole: Fully extends...
- Page 43 Note: Save the firmware file to a USB drive and plug it into the VP2120 before the upgrade. Reset to Default Sets the VP2120 to its default settings. Info Vender, firmware version, serial Displays the system information. number, hardware version, build...
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Page 45: Remote Operation
Video Presentation Control App). The VP2120’s IP Address When the VP2120 connects to the network for the first time, it is assigned a dynamic IP address or uses a default IP address if the network switch does not support DHCP. -
Page 46: Account Types And Privileges
Account Types and Privileges The web interface allows both administrator and participant logins, and ATEN Video Presentation Control App only allows participant logins. The administrator account differs from a participant account in that it has access to the VP2120 system configuration. Privileges... -
Page 47: The Administrator Account
VP2120’s settings. Logging in as Administrator 1. In a web browser, type the web link (IP address) of the VP2120. This screen appears. Note: Find the VP2120’s web link from the OSD. For more information, see... - Page 48 3. Type the administrator’s username and password. The default username is administrator and the password is password. Note: ATEN suggests changing your password upon first login. To change the password, go to General > Change Password in the web interface.
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Page 49: The Administrator Screen
Go to Presentations Click this button go to the presentation view to join online meetings. Log Out Click this button to log out the VP2120’s web interface. Tip: Click the ATEN logo at the top-left corner to visit ATEN’s official website. -
Page 50: Presentation View
Chapter 4. Remote Operation Presentation View Use the Presentation View to participate online meetings. To access the Presentation View, log in the web interface as administrator and click the Go to Presentation icon in the toolbar. You will be asked to enter a display name: Type a display name and click Continue. - Page 51 Removes the chat room to make the display bigger. Full Screen Extends the display to full screen. Chat Panel Use this panel to instantly message and interact with other meeting participants. Tip: Click the ATEN logo at the top-left corner to visit ATEN’s official website.
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Page 52: Sharing A Screen Or An Application Window
This feature is only available using Chrome. The VP2120 can receive up to 4 concurrent streamed-in channels. 1. Make sure you have the screen, application window, or the Chrome tab you wish to share opened on your PC/desktop. - Page 53 VP2120 User Manual 4. Select an option and click Share. The VP2120 is now sharing the selected content. 5. To remind the host and participants that you have shared your content, you can: Send another notification to the VP2120 by clicking the Queuing window.
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Page 54: Whiteboard
Chapter 4. Remote Operation Whiteboard The whiteboard allows you to draw, insert images, or create texts and share to all the participants and administrator. You can also save the sketches locally for future use. To enable the whiteboard, click Whiteboard from the presentation view. This screen appears. -
Page 55: How To Insert Text
VP2120 User Manual Tool Description Pencil Click to select a color and size for the pencil to write or draw on the whiteboard. Eraser Click to select a size for the eraser to remove any pixels on the whiteboard. Text Click to insert and select a color for the text. -
Page 56: Control Panel
Click and drag to resize the current text. Click to remove the current text. Control Panel You can adjust audio, video, and general settings of the VP2120. To access these settings, click the control panel icon from the presentation view. The... -
Page 57: Video
Selects the Streaming source to be displayed on display A or B. Resolution Click the drop-down list to select a resolution and refresh rate setting for the display device. This field is only available when the display is connected to the VP2120. - Page 58 Automatically switches to a newly detected source. Capture Captures the screen image and save it to the storage device connected to the VP2120’s USB ports. Make sure you have a storage device inserted to the VP2120 for this function to be available.
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Page 59: Audio
VP2120 User Manual Audio Audio Settings Description Overall Volume Sets the volume of the speaker connected to the VP2120 and press to mute. Mic Volume Sets the volume of the microphone connected to the VP2120 and press to mute. Streaming Volume Sets the volume of the streamed-in source and press mute. -
Page 60: Settings
General Room Code Enables a room code that is a-digit combination that is required for logging in the VP2120 web interface and joining an online meeting. You can type your own combination or click Refresh to generate a random number. - Page 61 VP2120 User Manual Settings Description Advanced EDID Mode ATEN Default: This mode sends ATEN- predefined EDID to the connected ATEN Default sources. Display A Display A: This mode sends the EDID of Display A to the connected sources.
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Page 62: System Configuration
Chapter 4. Remote Operation System Configuration General Settings General settings include settings for device name, system date and time, and login credentials. To access the general settings page, log in the web interface as administrator, and then click the General tab. - Page 63 VP2120 User Manual Device Information Room Name: Type a name for the VP2120. This name appears on the top of the VP2120’s web interface. Description: Type a description to describe the meeting. Room Code: A room code is a 4-digit combination that is required for logging in the VP2120’s web interface and joining an online meeting.
- Page 64 Click to set the time. Sync with PC: Click this button to synchronize the VP2120’s date and time with the PC with which the web interface is opened. Change Password Use these fields to change the login password.
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Page 65: Audio Settings
VP2120 User Manual Audio Settings To access the audio settings, log in the web interface as administrator, and then go to Video & Audio > Audio. Volume Control: Adjust the volume settings by dragging the sliders or change the volume values. -
Page 66: Display Settings
Chapter 4. Remote Operation Display Settings To access the display settings, log in the web interface as administrator, and then go to Video & Audio > Display. - Page 67 Mirror mode: Each connected display mirrors each other and does not take different settings. In this mode, configuration on one display is automatically applied to other displays connected to the VP2120. Display A: Sets the display source, ratio, resolution, and auto switching for the connected display devices.
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Page 68: Maintenance
Chapter 4. Remote Operation Auto switching: Automatically switches to a newly detected source. This option is only available for Display A. OSD Notification Display Time: Sets the duration for which a notification message pops up in the OSD. ... - Page 69 When the upgrade is complete, a confirmation message. Backup / Restore: You can back up, export, and restore the VP2120’s configuration, you can also reset the VP2120 to default settings. The backup will not include the username and password settings.
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Page 70: Network Settings
Chapter 4. Remote Operation Network Settings To configure the VP2120’s network connection settings, log in the web interface as administrator, and then go to System > Network. DHCP: Select this option for the connected network switch to dynamically assign an IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS to the VP2120. -
Page 71: The Participant Account
Adjust audio, video, and general settings of the VP2120 from the control panel. Joining a Meeting as Participant via Web Interface 1. In a web browser, type the web link (IP address) of the VP2120. This screen appears. 2. Type a display name of your choice. -
Page 72: The Participant Screen
Click to share a screen or an application window from you PC or laptop to the VP2120 and makes it available for broadcast to all meeting participants. For details, seeSharing a Screen or an Application Window, page 42. - Page 73 Removes the chat room to make the display bigger. Full Screen Extends the display to full screen. Chat Panel Use this panel to instantly message and interact with other meeting participants. Tip: Click the ATEN logo at the top-left corner to visit ATEN’s official website.
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Page 74: Joining A Meeting As Participant Via App
Chapter 4. Remote Operation Joining a Meeting as Participant via App The ATEN Video Presentation Control App allows users to connect to the VP2120 wirelessly using smartphones/tablets to join a meeting and share contents. The ATEN Video Presentation Control App supports both the iOS and Android operation systems. -
Page 75: Ios
VP2120 User Manual a) Open the ATEN Video Presentation Control App from your mobile device. b) When the scanning finishes, the Room List appears. Tap on a room to join the meeting. - Page 76 Chapter 4. Remote Operation c) Tap Join Room. d) Enter a room code, and then tap Connect.
- Page 77 VP2120 User Manual e) Now you have successfully joined the meeting. f) Tap on the screen and then tap Start Sharing to share your content.
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Page 78: Android
Chapter 4. Remote Operation Android a) Open the ATEN Video Presentation Control App from your mobile device. b) When the scanning finishes, the Room List appears. Tap on a room to join the meeting. - Page 79 VP2120 User Manual c) Tap Join Room. d) Enter a room code, and then tap Connect.
- Page 80 Chapter 4. Remote Operation e) Now you have successfully joined the meeting. f) Tap on the screen and then tap Start Sharing to share your content...
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Page 81: Appendix
Appendix Safety Instructions General This product is for indoor use only. 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. - Page 82 Appendix Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord or cables. Route the power cord and cables so that they cannot be stepped on or tripped over. 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.
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Page 83: Rack Mounting
VP2120 User Manual 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 84: Technical Support
For telephone support, call this number: International 886-2-8692-6959 China 86-400-810-0-810 Japan 81-3-5615-5811 Korea 82-2-467-6789 North America 1-888-999-ATEN ext 4988 1-949-428-1111 North America Email Support support@aten-usa.com Online Technical Troubleshooting http://www.aten-usa.com/support Support Documentation Software Updates Telephone Support 1-888-999-ATEN ext 4988 When you contact us, please have the following information ready beforehand: ... - Page 85 Left: 1 x Pushbutton Right: 1 x Pushbutton Down: 1 x Pushbutton Up/Unlock: 1 x Pushbutton Volume: 1 x Knob Enter: 1 x Pushbutton Esc: 1 x Pushbutton EDID Settings EDID Mode: ATEN Default / Display A Power Consumption DC12V:14.46W:87BTU Environmental...
- Page 86 Appendix Function VP2120 Operating Temperature 0 - 40°C Storage Temperature -20 - 60°C Humidity 0 x 80% RH, Non-Condensing Physical Properties Housing Metal Weight 1.14 kg (2.51 lb) Dimensions (L x W x H) 20.00 x 16.92 x 4.40 cm (7.87 x 6.66 x 1.73 in)
- Page 87 ATEN will provide a repair service, without charge, during the Warranty Period. If a product is detective, ATEN will, at its discretion, have the option to (1) repair said product with new or repaired components, or (2) replace the entire product with an identical product or with a similar product which fulfills the same function as the defective product.
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