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® VEEMUX Series SM-nXm-C5AVR-LCD Audio/Video Matrix Switch via CAT5 Installation and Operation Manual Software Version 1.17 Used with NTI ST-C5VA-R-600 (XTENDEX ) (NOT INCLUDED) MAN120 Rev 3/11/10...
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION................................1 Materials ..................................2 Default User Name and Passwords ..........................2 FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS............................3 VEEMUX Features and Functions..........................3 XTENDEX Features and Functions..........................4 XTENDEX INSTALLATION............................. 5 Audio Compatibility ..............................5 The Remote Unit................................5 Plug-in and Boot Up..............................
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APPENDIX ..................................32 INDEX.................................... 34 WARRANTY INFORMATION............................34 TABLE OF FIGURES Figure 1- Connect the Extended Components to the Remote Unit ....................5 Figure 2- Connect the AC adapters ..............................6 Figure 3- Attach Audio Video Source to VEEMUX..........................7 Figure 4- Connect Video-only source to VEEMUX ..........................
600 feet from the switch using CAT5/5e/6 cable.. The VEEMUX is designed to work in conjunction with the NTI ST-C5VA-R-600 CAT5 Audio/Video Extender (XTENDEX). Up to 32 audio/video sources can be directly connected to the VEEMUX (n), each accessible by up to 16 audio/video displays connected via XTENDEX Remote Units (m).
NTI VEEMUX AUDIO/VIDEO MATRIX SWITCH VIA CAT5 Materials Materials Supplied with this kit: • NTI SM-nXm-C5AVR LCD Audio/Video Matrix switch via CAT5 • IEC Line cord, country specific • 4-#10-32 x 3/4" pan head screws and 10-32 cage nuts (server cabinet mounting hardware) •...
NTI VEEMUX AUDIO/VIDEO MATRIX SWITCH VIA CAT5 FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS Front View of ST-16X16-C5AVR-LCD VEEMUX Network Technologies Inc ENTER Menu Rear View of ST-16X16-C5AVR-LCD NETWORK 1275 Danner Dr Tel:330-562-7070 CATx TECHNOLOGIES Aurora, OH 44202 Fax:330-562-1999 AV OUT INCORPORATED www.networktechinc.com FUSE T2A,250V...
NTI VEEMUX AUDIO/VIDEO MATRIX SWITCH VIA CAT5 XTENDEX Features and Functions Green LED- communication indicator- blinks when there is valid communication between the VEEMUX and remote units Yellow LED- power indicator- illuminates when power has been supplied to the unit Cat 5- RJ45 female- for connecting the CAT 5 cable Audio Jack- 3.5mm stereo audio jack- for connecting to remote speakers...
NTI VEEMUX AUDIO/VIDEO MATRIX SWITCH VIA CAT5 XTENDEX INSTALLATION (XTENDEX not included) Audio Compatibility • The audio input of the VEEMUX Matrix Switch is compatible with the following standard CPU audio outputs: • Line out - typically lime green in color •...
NTI VEEMUX AUDIO/VIDEO MATRIX SWITCH VIA CAT5 Plug-in and Boot Up Plug the power cord from the monitor into the power outlet. Connect the AC adapter power connector to the 9VDC port on the Remote Unit. Make sure the power connector goes into the port all the way.
NTI VEEMUX AUDIO/VIDEO MATRIX SWITCH VIA CAT5 VEEMUX INSTALLATION Connect an HDVEXT-xx-MM cable between an audio/video source and VEEMUX connector "AV IN 1". Rear View of ST-16X16-C5AVR-LCD NETWORK 1275 Danner Dr Tel:330-562-7070 CATx TECHNOLOGIES Aurora, OH 44202 Fax:330-562-1999 AV OUT INCORPORATED www.networktechinc.com...
NTI VEEMUX AUDIO/VIDEO MATRIX SWITCH VIA CAT5 Connect a CAT5 cable (wired as specified on page 27) between an ST-C5VA-R-600 Remote Unit and VEEMUX connector "AV OUT 1". Note: Shielded CAT 5,5e, or 6 cable must be used to connect to REMOTE units in order to meet CE emission requirements.
NTI VEEMUX AUDIO/VIDEO MATRIX SWITCH VIA CAT5 5. To use the WEB Interface (page 20) , connect a CAT5 cable between the Local Network and the RJ45 connector on the VEEMUX labeled ETHERNET. (See Figure 7) This cable should be wired straight through between two RJ45 connectors (pin 1 to pin 1, etc.)
NTI VEEMUX AUDIO/VIDEO MATRIX SWITCH VIA CAT5 USING THE VEEMUX SWITCH The VEEMUX can be controlled by either of four methods: • Using the keypad of the front panel interface • Directly via an RS232 interface • Remotely via web interface •...
NTI VEEMUX AUDIO/VIDEO MATRIX SWITCH VIA CAT5 Keypad Control The front panel interface keypad and LCD enable the user to monitor switch status and route any user to any audio/video source (INPUT) on the switch. Along with the routing of the INPUTS to the user devices (OUTPUTS) the keypad and LCD allow the users to configure the RS-232 control interface and web server settings.
NTI VEEMUX AUDIO/VIDEO MATRIX SWITCH VIA CAT5 Set Serial Address When selecting this menu item, the display shows the current serial address and the user is prompted to introduce a new serial address. One or two digits can be entered followed by <Enter>. The display will prompt if the address is successfully changed.
NTI VEEMUX AUDIO/VIDEO MATRIX SWITCH VIA CAT5 Set Wserver Timeout When selecting this menu item, the display shows the current webserver timeout period and offers optional values to change it to. Figure 16- Wserver Timeout Period The currently selected value is highlighted.
NTI VEEMUX AUDIO/VIDEO MATRIX SWITCH VIA CAT5 This function is particularly useful to determine if a lack of sound from speakers is due to failed speakers, or lack of audio signal through the VEEMUX. If no signal is seen in this display, check all connections between the audio source, the XTENDEX, and the respective Input port on the VEEMUX.
The Matrix Switcher's Control Program performs best on monitors set to a screen resolution of at least 800 X 600. Instruction for using the Matrix Switcher’s Control Program is available by opening "MSCP Help" in the "NTI" program group once the program has been installed and is open on the screen.
NTI VEEMUX AUDIO/VIDEO MATRIX SWITCH VIA CAT5 Telnet Interface-Port 2000 The Telnet Interface enables the user to control the switch using telnet client through an Ethernet connection. The telnet server listens on ports 2000 and 2005. Port 2000 is for an operator telnet session while port 2005 (must be enabled) is intended for a software control type session (see page 17).
NTI VEEMUX AUDIO/VIDEO MATRIX SWITCH VIA CAT5 Telnet Interface-Port 2005 For a software control type of telnet interface session (versus operator telnet control through port 2000 as described on page 16), connect to the VEEMUX through the current IP address at port 2005. To do this, a connection to port 2005 must first be enabled (see Web Setup on page 23).
To open a SSL-encrypted connection, type: Address https://192.168.1.1 You will be prompted to accept a certificate. Accept the NTI certificate. A "Welcome Page" will appear. Figure 19- Web interface Welcome page Enter the Password Click on a link to the left to be prompted for a username and password.
NTI VEEMUX AUDIO/VIDEO MATRIX SWITCH VIA CAT5 Switch Page Figure 21- Web interface Switch page The Switch page (above) displays the active connections (shown in orange). This page enables the user to manually control the connections of the VEEMUX. Up to 10 different connection configurations can be saved and later recalled by any connection method.
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NTI VEEMUX AUDIO/VIDEO MATRIX SWITCH VIA CAT5 To quickly connect all outputs to a single input, choose the desired input from the "Set all Outputs to Input" drop- down list and press the Submit button. Note: If radio buttons are selected in addition to using the "Set all Outputs to Input" option, the selections made by the "Set all Outputs to Input"...
NTI VEEMUX AUDIO/VIDEO MATRIX SWITCH VIA CAT5 Setup Pages These settings enable the user to configure the VEEMUX web interface connection. • This change will take a few seconds and automatically redirect the user to the IP address specified. Note: Since the webserver will be restarting all active connections will be logged out.
NTI VEEMUX AUDIO/VIDEO MATRIX SWITCH VIA CAT5 Video Input Names The Video Input Names page enables the Administrator to change the name of the input ports displayed on the Switch page. change a Video Input Name, enter the name of the input port for the desired port number, and press Save.
NTI VEEMUX AUDIO/VIDEO MATRIX SWITCH VIA CAT5 Outputs Scanning Sequences Figure 26- Outputs Scanning Sequences page The Outputs Scanning Sequences page displays the configuration of an automatic switching sequence from input (video source) to input for each output (monitor). The page displays:...
2. Repeat the update process from the first step 2 above. 3. If you get another Fatal Error message, call NTI tech-support at 1-800-742-8324 or 330-562-7070. FYI: The VEEMUX should continue to run normally unless it is reset. However, damage may have occurred to...
NTI VEEMUX AUDIO/VIDEO MATRIX SWITCH VIA CAT5 Change Password Page Figure 28- Web interface Password page Use this page to change the password for accessing the web interface. (This password is also used for the telnet interface.) Be sure to make note of the new password exactly as it is case sensitive. The password must be between 5 and 16 characters in length and can be alphabetical or numeric.
NTI VEEMUX AUDIO/VIDEO MATRIX SWITCH VIA CAT5 Logout Page Figure 30- Web interface Logout page This page will enable the user to end the session and close the web interface connection. Click on the "Press Here to Continue Logout" button to exit the VEEMUX web interface.
DEVICE DISCOVERY TOOL In order to easily locate the VEEMUX on a network, or change network settings, the NTI Device Discovery Tool may be used. link to the Discovery Tool is provided on the web page that appears when you insert the instruction manual CD into your CD ROM drive.
NTI VEEMUX AUDIO/VIDEO MATRIX SWITCH VIA CAT5 INTERCONNECTION CABLE WIRING METHOD CAT5 Cable The connection cable between the VEEMUX and XTENDEX remote units is terminated with RJ45 connectors and must be wired according to the EIA/TIA 568 B industry standard. Wiring is as per the table and Fig. 32 below.
NTI VEEMUX AUDIO/VIDEO MATRIX SWITCH VIA CAT5 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Mating Face Mating Face of DB25 Male of a DB9 Male TROUBLESHOOTING No audio PROBLEM: Check all connections and power to all devices. Use the VU-Meter to determine if audio is passing through...
This NTI switch was designed to be directly mounted to a rack. It includes a mounting flange to make attachment easy. Install 4 cage nuts (supplied) to the rack in locations that line up with the holes (or slots) in the mounting flange on the NTI switch.
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