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Panduit ATLONA Velocity AT-VKP-8E-EU Manual

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  • Page 1 Velocity Keypad Atlona Manuals AT-VKP-8E-EU Control...
  • Page 2 Version Information Version Release Date Notes Jan 2024 Release AT-VKP-8E...
  • Page 3 Sales, Marketing, and Customer Support Main Office International Headquarters Atlona Incorporated Atlona International AG 70 Daggett Drive Tödistrasse 18 San Jose, CA 95134 8002 Zürich United States Switzerland Office: +41 43 508 4321 Office: +1.408.962.0515 (US/International) Sales and Customer Service Hours Sales and Customer Service Hours Monday - Friday: 6:00 a.m.
  • Page 4 Important Safety Information Do not defeat the safety purpose of a polarized CAUTION or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK blades with one wider than the other. A grounding DO NOT OPEN type plug has two blades and a third grounding CAUTION: TO REDUCT THE RISK OF prong.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction Features Package Contents Panel Description Installation Captive Screw Connector Mounting Instructions Connection Diagram Initial VKP Setup Local Mode Upload / Download Config Upload Firmware Change Network API Mode Open Cloud Certificates Rebuild Certificate Save Certificate Control Configuration IoT Mode Template Selection Virtual Template Selection Assets...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    Introduction The Atlona AT-VKP-8E-EU is a simple yet powerful 8 button IP-based control system in a wallplate form factor. The buttons are fully configurable for controls such as display power, input switching, audio levels, or any other functions supported by system devices. In addition to Ethernet, the VKP-8E-EU also features RS-232 for control of legacy devices.

  • Page 7: Panel Description

    Panel Description http://192.168.0.XXX/local Must scan QR with mobile Use share URL function to open on a computer <- IoT Mode Control Buttons Button LEDs Once set up, use the buttons to trigger the control These can be set to display multiple colors within the commands.

  • Page 8: Installation

    Installation Captive Screw Connector RS-232 A 3-pin captive screw connector has been included for RS-232. Pin out will be determined by the RS-232 cable and connect as RX (receive), TX (transmit) and (Ground). Mounting Instructions The AT-VKP-8E-EU can be mounted to a 1-gang back box. Select the type of 1-gang back box to use and install into a wall.
  • Page 9 Installation Thread the Ethernet cable through the mounting plate. EU - Thread the screws through the top and bottom, as pictured below. UK - Thread the screws through the middle two screws, as pictured below. Install the mounting plate into the wall, using the two of the included mounting screws. Connect the Ethernet cable to the LAN port on the back of the unit.
  • Page 10 Installation 10 Once secured to the wall, place the front face plate back onto the unit. The magnets will secure it in place. X X : X X : B 0 : 9 8 : l o c B 8 : X X / 0 .

  • Page 11: Connection Diagram

    Installation Connection Diagram -T X E- EX A T- PL IFI LI N G en R SYS R SYS L LEV T AU AT-OME-EX-TX-WPC E ID G en R SYS R SYS AT-GAIN-60 Ceiling Speakers Laptop PC E- SR -O M 24 V AV LAN IP M...

  • Page 12: Initial Vkp Setup

    Initial VKP Setup The AT-VKP-8E has two modes for set up: Local and IoT (Internet of Things - recommended). No matter which mode is set on the AT-VKP-8E, the computer doing the configuration must be connected to the Internet. NOTE: If the local network is not recognizing or speaking to the unit, ensure that port 443 (https) is enabled.
  • Page 13 Login for Configuration Once cloud.atlona.com page has been opened. It may take a few seconds to load until the login screen appears. Select the login button in the top right corner of the page. A pop up will appear. There are three options to login: Sign in with Google, Sign in with Microsoft, or Sign in with email. When selecting Google or Microsoft, a pop up will appear.
  • Page 14 Login for Configuration When logging in the first time, if the unit has internet disabled, it will have a blank configuration page and a virtual VKP will have to be added manually. If the unit is in IoT mode, it will automatically link and register the unit. The unit is now ready for configuration.

  • Page 15: Local Mode

    Local Mode While it is recommended to use IoT Mode, Local Mode is available if on a secure network, which has no internet access. Local mode provides access to an internal webUI. Within the webUI control configuration can be uploaded/ downloaded, firmware updated, network settings changed, API mode, cloud opened, and certificates rebuilt/ downloaded.

  • Page 16: Upload Firmware

    Local Mode Upload Firmware Download the latest firmware from the firmware tab at https://atlona.com/product/at-vkp-8e or from the settings tab on the device configuration located at cloud.atlona.com. Once saved to the local computer, press the Upload Firmware button and select the file. It will show a progress bar as the unit updates.

  • Page 17: Change Network

    Local Mode Change Network Select the Change Network button to pull up the different Intranet and Internet options. IP can be switched between DHCP and static or the unit removed from speaking outside the network. To switch from DHCP to Static IP mode, select the checkbox next to DHCP. New options will appear under the checkbox.

  • Page 18: Api Mode

    Local Mode API Mode Set the unit up to work with the Velocity Gateway on the network. Set the Gateway IP to match Velocity and press save. Open Cloud Select the Open Cloud button to bring up cloud.atlona.com in the current browser. AT-VKP-8E...

  • Page 19: Certificates

    Local Mode Certificates Rebuild Certificate If communication between VKP and other devices is stopped or has an error, rebuilding certificates may help. Select Rebuild Certificates, a popup will appear. Select Rebuild and a popup with a rebuilt message will appear. Select OK and the unit wil restart.

  • Page 20: Control Configuration

    Control Configuration After login there are two options depending on the VKP-8E’s internet status. IoT Mode Template Selection When the unit logs in, it will pop up with a product activation window. Select Next to continue to IoT control set up. A new pop up will appear. Select the Atlona device that will be controlled by the VKP-8E (more devices can be added later).
  • Page 21 Control Configuration Select the folder with the + symbol to create a new project folder. A new pop up will appear. Enter a name in for the folder. This could be named after a room, a site, or anything that will help with organization. Once the name has been entered, press the Save button.

  • Page 22: Virtual Template Selection

    Control Configuration Virtual Template Selection When the unit has internet disabled, cloud will load to a generic page. A virtual VKP will need to be added. Select the + New button to add a VKP-8E. A drop down will appear, select Virtual Asset. A pop up will appear. Provide a name for the unit (It can be just AT-VKP-8E, but providing a name will allow easy way to differentiate between multiple units.
  • Page 23 Control Configuration Select the Atlona device that will be controlled by the VKP-8E (more devices can be added later). An Apply button will appear at the bottom right corner, press it. A pop up will appear to ensure the correct device was selected, press OK. The current pop up will close and a small warning will appear as the template loads.

  • Page 24: Assets

    Control Configuration Assets For easy organization, folders for sites, buildings, and rooms can be set up. Select the ≡ button in the top left corner of the cloud. A menu will open, select assets from the menu. Add New Press the +New button to add a virtual VKP-8E or a folder. Pop ups will appear when selected. Enter a name for the folder or VKP-8E.

  • Page 25: Add Sub Folder

    Control Configuration Add Sub Folder Select Add Folder from the folder drop down. A pop up will appear to allow a sub folder to be added to the selected folder. Enter a name and press save. This will open the sub folder. Edit Folder Select Edit from the folder drop down.

  • Page 26: Invite Users

    Control Configuration Invite Users If a device or folder needs to be shared with a user, the new user can be invited to access using the Invite option in the drop down menu. A pop up will appear. Enter the user’s email, then select a role. Once done, select Invite to send an email.

  • Page 27: Settings

    Control Configuration Settings It is best to go through settings and ensure everything is up to date and network settings are correct. Select Settings from the bottom navigation. It will open to System. System Templates - Select this button to override the current device’s configuration of the VKP-8E. This will erase any settings that have be set already.

  • Page 28: Snapshots

    Control Configuration Snapshots Different snapshots can be saved as the unit is being configured and set up. Select +Add Snapshot to save a current snapshot of the current configuration. Networking Internet Status - Provides a color coded view of the current status. DHCP - Use this slider to switch between DHCP and Static.

  • Page 29: Logs

    Control Configuration Logs As the unit is sending and receiving information from the control devices, logs will be created. Select the download button to go through the logs. Each device can be selected to see individual logs. Access Set up the users to be allowed access to the current device for control and configuration. Select the Invite button, add the user’s Email, then provide a role.

  • Page 30: Devices

    Control Configuration Devices Before starting the full control set up, it is best to go through and make sure all units the VKP-8E will control have been added. Select Devices in the bottom Navigation. • Select the +Add Device button in the top right of the page. A new pop up will appear. More Atlona devices and other preprogrammed devices can be selected from.

  • Page 31: Variables

    Control Configuration Variables Variables are functions that can be set and changed based on set events. These variables can be used to trigger macros or events. There will be precreated variables based off of device APIs under Devices. User variables will be created when the +Add Variables is selected and a name and value are provided and saved.

  • Page 32: Macros

    Control Configuration Macros Macros and Events provides the ability to program and run different commands for each device. Macros can be set up before configuration for quick selection and events can be set up to trigger specific macros when specific variables are met. Select Macros from the drop down.
  • Page 33 Control Configuration Keypad - Popup message: When triggered, will have the specified message pop up on the panel screen. Keypad - Set icon: Changes the icon of a specific button to the specified one. Keypad - Set label: Changes the label for a specific button to the selected one. Keypad - Set message: Set the message to appear on screen.

  • Page 34: Configure

    Control Configuration Configure Control configuration of up to 10 device can be set up in pages and those pages can be navigated through and altered to meet needs. Create new pages for each device and set each control for what’s needed. All devices have preset commands and variables based off the individual APIs.
  • Page 35 Control Configuration Message • Title Type: Select whether the top text will be a clock or a message. • Title Output: Only editable when Message is selected. Set the title that will display at the top of the eInk display on the current page. •...
  • Page 36 Control Configuration Enter a name into the label for what will display on the eInk display for the button, then select behavior to have the label change when variables are met. Select the color or the enable/disable button to add a color to the LED next to the selected button.
  • Page 37 Control Configuration Select macros to be triggered on button press. Once set up, select the save button. Repeat for all buttons on all the pages that will be used. Example for button creation: Next Page button • Set the label name. In this example the button was named Page 2.

  • Page 38: Appendix

    Appendix Specifications System i.MX6 with Cortex A7 @900 MHz Linux LVDDR3 512Mb Flash Memory EMMC 4GB Display Panel 2.7inch e-ink Resolution 264x172 pixel Color white/black Port 1 x RJ45 Standards and Protocols DHCP, HTTP, HTTPS, TCP, NTP, IPv4, IPv6 Ethernet Speed 10/100 Mbps Addressing DHCP, static...
  • Page 39 International atlona.com 408.962.0515 41.43.508.4321 • • 35371-R1...

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