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ATEN VP2420 User Manual

ATEN VP2420 User Manual

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  • Page 1 VP2420...

  • Page 2: Compliance Statements

    VP2420 User Manual Compliance Statements 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 VP2420 User Manual Industry Canada Statement This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. HDMI Trademark Statement The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. RoHS...

  • Page 4: User Information

    VP2420 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 5: Product Information

    VP2420 User Manual 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 6: Table Of Contents

    VP2420 ........
  • Page 7 VP2420 User Manual Understanding Display Mode ......14 Multiview Layout Configuration ......14 Panel Lock .
  • Page 8 Specifications ......... . 59 ATEN Warranty Policy ........61...

  • Page 9: About This Manual

    Chapter 5, CLI Commands provides details on the functions and RS-232 commands that you can use to control the VP2420 using a serial controller. Appendix provides a list of safety instructions and precautions, contact information for ATEN technical support, product specifications, and other technical information.

  • Page 10: Conventions

    VP2420 User Manual Conventions This manual uses the following conventions: Indicates text that you should key in. Monospaced Indicates keys you should press. For example, [Enter] means to press the Enter key. If keys need to be chorded, they appear together in the same bracket with a plus sign between them: [Ctrl+Alt].

  • Page 11: Introduction

    Chapter 1 Introduction Overview The VP2420 is a presentation switch featuring 4 HDMI inputs and 2 HDMI outputs and is capable of displaying video content in full screen, PiP, PbP, triple/quad multi-view. With display mode (Matrix/Mirror) and layout mode (Auto/Manual) selectable and its capability of fast switching among multiple sources, the VP2420 delivers a dynamic viewing experience in any conference settings.

  • Page 12: Features

    Web GUI, and ATEN Video Presentation Control mobile app  Consumer Electronics Control (CEC)  Up to 4 × VP2420 cascadable—displays up to 16 signals on one screen simultaneously  Long distance transmission—up to 5m via a High Speed HDMI cable ...

  • Page 13: Planning The Installation

    Prepare the following equipment as required.  1 media player  1 active speaker  1 Ethernet cable to connect the VP2420 to a network switch for remote management via the web console  1 host computer, ATEN Controller, or third-party control system that...
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  • Page 15: Hardware Setup

    Chapter 2 Hardware Setup 1. Please review the safety information regarding the placement of this device in Safety Instructions, page 55. 2. Do not power on the VP2420 until all the necessary hardware is connected. Hardware Overview VP2420 Front View...

  • Page 16: Rear View

    Rear View Component Description grounding terminal Ground the VP2420 to prevent damages from power surge or static electricity. RS-232 serial port Connect to a hardware or software controller to transmit serial data. IR receiver port Connect to an IR receiver to receive IR signals from the IR remote control.

  • Page 17: Ir Remote Control

    VP2420 User Manual IR Remote Control To operate the VP2420, insert the supplied IR Receiver to the IR Receiver Port on back panel of the device. Buttons Description display Press a display button to focus the display. source Press a source button to switch the focused display to the source.

  • Page 18: Mounting

    Chapter 2. Hardware Setup Mounting Rack Mount The VP2420 can be mounted on a 19” (1U) system rack. To conveniently access the front panel for local configuration and operation, mount the unit in a rack with the front panel facing outward.

  • Page 19: Under Desk Mount

    VP2420 User Manual Under Desk Mount The VP2420 can be installed under a desk. To conveniently access the front panel for local configuration and operation, install the unit with the front panel facing forward. Note: The mounting kit required for this installation is not included in the package.

  • Page 20: Installation

    Chapter 2. Hardware Setup Installation Follow the steps below to safely install sources, displays, and other equipment to the VP2420. Before you start, make sure all the equipment you are connecting to the unit is turned off and disconnected from the power source.
  • Page 21 Ethernet cable to connect the Ethernet port of the unit to a network switch. 8. (Optional) To control the VP2420 using an IR remote control, connect the IR receiver to the IR receiver port. 9. Plug the power adapter to the power jack. Optionally use the cable tie slot and a cable tie to hold the power cable in place.
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  • Page 23: Local Operation

    Chapter 3 Local Operation Overview This chapter provides information on operating the VP2420 using the front panel and IR remote control. Note: The instructions use pushbutton to refer to the front panel and button to refer to the IR remote control.

  • Page 24: Display Mode

    Chapter 3. Local Operation Display Mode Understanding Display Mode The VP2420 supports the following display modes:  Matrix mode: When enabled, the AV sources can be configured separately, capable of showing different outputs.  Mirror mode: When enabled, display B uses the AV source assigned for display A and shows identical content.

  • Page 25: Panel Lock

    VP2420 User Manual Panel Lock To prevent accidental tampering of system settings via the front panel, you can lock the panel using the mode pushbutton or set up an idle time for an auto lock via the web console (General > Panel Auto Lock).
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  • Page 27: Remote Operation

    192.168.0.1 HTTP Port Note: If the VP2420 is connected to a router that supports DHCP, a dynamic IP address will be assigned to the VP2420 as soon as it connects to the network. Look up the IP address by sending a read command via an RS-232 serial controller.

  • Page 28: Supported Web Browsers

    Chapter 4. Remote Operation Supported Web Browsers The VP2420 supports access to its web UI through the following web browsers: Web Browser Supported Version Firefox Edge 117.0.2045.36 Chrome 117.0.5938.88...

  • Page 29: Logging In The Web Console

    Logging In the Web Console To log in to the VP2420 web console, do the following: 1. Launch a web browser and enter the IP address of the VP2420 you'd like to access. The default IP address is 192.168.0.60. The screen appears: 2.

  • Page 30: The Main Screen

    Chapter 4. Remote Operation The Main Screen The VP2420 defaults to the main screen after logging in. Refer to the illustration and table below for an overview of the web console. Element Description Click the ATEN logo to visit ATEN’s official website.
  • Page 31 VP2420 User Manual Element Description Device Information Indicates the device model and name. Click standby button to enable the standby mode, a power- saving mode that shuts parts of the system down to allow the user to quickly resume operation when needed.

  • Page 32: General Settings

    Chapter 4. Remote Operation General Settings The General tab is divided into 3 parts: Basic, Advance, and Change Password. The tab page includes settings such as device name, panel lock, EDID, and login password. To access the general settings, log in the web console and the screen defaults to the page. By making any changes on this page, the Apply button located at the bottom of the page becomes available.

  • Page 33: Basic

    The Basic settings part contains the following: Item Description Name Enter a name for the VP2420. A valid name should be within 30 characters in length and contains no special characters. Once you apply the changed settings, the name you entered appears on the header.
  • Page 34 HDCP 2.2 from the drop-down menu. HDCP Mode (Output) Select whether to fix the HDCP settings by individual port. Enable by the function Fix to ensure the VP2420 is possible even when switching between HDCP and non-HDCP enabled device.

  • Page 35: Change Password

    VP2420 User Manual Change Password To configure the login account, fill in the fields and apply the changed settings: Item Description Administrator The administrator account has access to all settings in the web console. The default password is administrator. Basic User A basic user account has access to the audio and video controls on the web console.

  • Page 36: Audio & Video Settings

    Chapter 4. Remote Operation Audio & Video Settings Hover the cursor over Audio & Video to expand the option list. Click on the listed option to enter the page you'd like to access for further configuration. Video Control Go to Audio & Video > Video to use the video control page to assign video source and configure video settings.
  • Page 37 VP2420 User Manual Item Description Display A / Display B Click the edit button to rename the source. Blank Select Blank to disable the display shown on the screen. Mirror mode Enable this setting for display B to show identical video content as display A.
  • Page 38 Chapter 4. Remote Operation Item Description Plugged Defines the automatic switching of audio-video source on the selected display from the auto switching above when a new source is plugged in.  Disable: Disable automatic switching.  Next: Automatically switches to the next avail- able source when the current video source is plugged in.

  • Page 39: Audio Control

    VP2420 User Manual Audio Control To access the audio control page, log in the web console, and then go to Video & Audio > Audio Control. The Audio Control page is divided into the following two parts: Audio Output and Audio Input.

  • Page 40: Audio Output

    Mute or unmute the independent speaker connected to the audio output port. Source Set the audio source for the independent speaker connected to the audio output port of the VP2420.  To use the same audio source for display A, select Fol- low Display A.

  • Page 41: Audio Input

    VP2420 User Manual Audio Input Set the audio source for the HDMI 1 / HDMI 2 / HDMI 3 / HDMI 4 source. To use the audio source that comes along with the video, select Digital Audio. To use the audio source from the independent audio source (connected to the audio input port), select Embedded Audio In.

  • Page 42: System Settings

    In the Support and Download tab, download a firmware file. 2. Log in the VP2420’s web console, and then go to System > Maintenance. 3. In the Firmware Upgrade section, click Browse File to select the firmware file that you downloaded, and then click Upgrade. The upgrade starts immediately.

  • Page 43: Backing Up System Settings

    You can back up and export the VP2420’s configurations. This backup will not include the username and password settings. 1. Log in the VP2420’s web console, and then go to System > Maintenance. 2. Click Back Up. Restoring System Settings 1.

  • Page 44: Configuring The Ssl Encryption Settings

    For enhanced security, the Private Certificate section allows you to use your own private encryption key and signed certificate, rather than the default ATEN certificate. 1. Click click Browse File to upload the certificate file and the private key.

  • Page 45: Network Settings

    VP2420 User Manual Network Settings To configure the VP2420’s network connection settings, log in the web console, and then go to System > Network.

  • Page 46: Ip Settings

    VP2420. Browser From the drop-down menu of Timeout, select the time to set the duration of time that a web browser waits to obtain connection to the VP2420 before terminating the request. IP Installer This setting defines the access rights of ATEN IP Installer to the presentation switch.

  • Page 47: Security

    VP2420 User Manual Security To configure Telnet login or TLS setting, go to System > Security. Connection Enable the Telnet login function that connects to the unit over a network to provide text based management and control. Transport Layer Security...
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  • Page 49: Cli Commands

    The VP2420 can be configured and controlled via RS-232 or Telnet commands when connected to a host computer or other device, such as a control system. This chapter provides information on how to connect to the VP2420 via RS- 232/Telnet and command syntax.

  • Page 50: Connecting To The Vp2420 Via Rs-232

     Stop bits: 1  Parity: None  Flow control: None 4. When a session is established with the VP2420, you can control and configure the VP2420 via RS-232 commands. For more information on commands, see:  Command Syntax, page 41...

  • Page 51: Command Syntax

    VP2420 User Manual Command Syntax  The general form of a command is: command parameter<argument> {one|two|three} Notation Description The name of the command is shown in bold. command Indicates the name of the parameter. parameter Indicates the name of the value or the information that the user <argument>...

  • Page 52: Command List

    Command List Use the following commands to control and configure the VP2420 via Telnet or RS-232. For details on establishing a Telnet or RS-232 session to the VP2420, see Connecting to the VP2420 via Telnet, page 39 and Connecting to the VP2420 via RS-232, page 40.

  • Page 53: Switching Sources

    VP2420 User Manual Switching Sources  Function and Syntax Syntax Function Switches the specified source on the specified sw {o<output_port>|o*} {i<input_port>|i+|i-} display. Note: The command is only available for single view.  Parameters Parameter Description Specifies an input port in digit(s).

  • Page 54: Configuring The Switching Mode

    Chapter 5. CLI Commands Configuring the Switching Mode  Functions and Syntax Syntax Function Configures the audio and video source swmode o<output_port> plugin {auto|off} switching behavior. Configures the audio and video source swmode o<output_port> plugout {next|prev|off} switching behavior.  Parameters Parameter Description Signifies the source connection on Display A when a new source...

  • Page 55: Configuring The Mute Function

    VP2420 User Manual Configuring the Mute Function  Functions and Syntax Syntax Function Indicates the mute setting for each input mute and output port. Indicates the mute setting for the mute {o<output_port>|osys|o*} specified output port. Mutes / unmutes the audio of a specified mute {o<output_port>|osys|o*}...

  • Page 56: Setting The Edid Mode

    Description Sets the VP2420’s EDID mode to follow the display port1 connected to the output port A. Sets the VP2420’s EDID mode to remix with which the remix system sends the optimum EDID of the connected displays to the sources.

  • Page 57: Configuring The Read Status

    VP2420 User Manual Setting the CEC  Function and Syntax Syntax Function Enables/disables Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) on all cec o*{on|off} output ports.  Parameters Parameter Description Indicates all output ports. Enables CEC. Disables CEC.  Example cec o* on Configuring the Read Status ...

  • Page 58: Resetting The Unit

    Chapter 5. CLI Commands Resetting the Unit  Function and Syntax Syntax Function Resets the VP2420 to its default settings. reset  Example reset Enabling or Disabling the Echo Function  Function and Syntax Syntax Function Enables/disables the echo function on the VP2420.

  • Page 59: Configuring The Scaling

    VP2420 User Manual Configuring the Scaling  Functions and Syntax Syntax Function Reads the scaler settings on output A and B. scaling Configures the scaling setting for the specified scaling o<output_port> output port. Configures the horizontal resolution for the specified output port.

  • Page 60: Setting The Display Mode

    Chapter 5. CLI Commands Setting the Display Mode  Function and Syntax Syntax Function Sets the VP2420 to matrix or mirror mode. displaymode {matrix|mirror}  Parameters Parameter Description When enabled, the AV sources can be configured separately, matrix capable of showing different outputs.

  • Page 61: Configuring Multiview Mode

    VP2420 User Manual Configuring Multiview Mode  Functions and Syntax Syntax Function Sets the layout mode for Display A. multiview o<output_port> m <mode> Note: Multiview mode is inapplicable to Display B. Display B supports matrix mode and mirror mode. ...

  • Page 62: Enabling Or Disabling The Standby Mode

    Enables or disables the standby mode. standby {on|off}  Parameters Parameter Description Enables the standby mode. Disables the standby mode (default).  Example standby off Rebooting the Unit  Function and Syntax Syntax Function Reboots the VP2420 unit. reboot  Example reboot...

  • Page 63: Configuring The Audio Mapping

    VP2420 User Manual Configuring the Audio Mapping  Functions and Syntax Syntax Function Sets the specified HDMI input port to audiomap i<input_port> src<port> adopt the audio source from audio input port. Sets the specified HDMI input port to audiomap i<input_port> srcself use its own HDMI audio.
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  • Page 65: 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 66 Appendix  Do not attempt to service the device yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.  If the following conditions occur, unplug the device from the wall outlet and bring it to qualified service personnel for repair.  The power cord or plug has become damaged or frayed. ...

  • Page 67: Rack Mounting

    VP2420 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 68: 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...

  • Page 69: Specifications

    VP2420 User Manual Specifications VP2420 Video Input Interfaces 4 × HDMI Type A female (Black) Max. Distance HDMI: 4K@60Hz (4:4:4) at 5m; 4K@30Hz at 10m; 1080p@60Hz at 15m Video Output Interfaces 2 × HDMI Type A female (Black) Max. Distance HDMI: 4K@60Hz (4:4:4) at 5m;...
  • Page 70 Appendix VP2420 EDID Settings EDID Mode: ATEN Default / Display A / Remix Connectors Power 1 × DC Jack (Black) Power Consumption DC12V; 17.1W; 80BTU/h Note:  The measurement in Watts indicates the typical power consumption of the device with no external loading.

  • Page 71: Aten Warranty Policy

    © Copyright 2024 ATEN® International Co., Ltd. Released: 2024-10-15 ATEN and the ATEN logo are registered trademarks of ATEN International Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. All other brand names and trademarks are the registered property of their respective owners.

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