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- Page 1 8x8 Video Matrix Switch + Audio VM0808 User Manual www.aten.com...
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Page 2: Fcc Information
VM0808 User Manual FCC Information This is an FCC Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. 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. -
Page 3: User Information
VM0808 User Manual User Information Online Registration Be sure to register your product at our online support center: International http://support.aten.com North America http://www.aten-usa.com/product_registration Telephone Support For telephone support, call this number: International 886-2-8692-6959 China 86-10-5255-0110 Japan 81-3-5615-5811 Korea 82-2-467-6789 North America... -
Page 4: Package Contents
© Copyright 2012 ATEN® International Co., Ltd. Manual Date: 2012-11-14 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. -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
VM0808 User Manual Contents FCC Information ..........ii RoHS. - Page 6 VM0808 User Manual Exit ..........17 Operation Mode .
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Page 7: About This Manual
VM0808 User Manual About this Manual This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your VM0808 system. It covers all aspects of installation, configuration and operation. An overview of the information found in the manual is provided below. -
Page 8: Conventions
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 9: Introduction
Power On Detection for automatic display-loss prevention, RS-232 for high- end controllers, and independent audio matrix capabilities. The VM0808 is a smart audio/video solution that offers an easy and affordable way to route any of 8 audio/video sources to any of 8 audio/displays, in any matrix combination. -
Page 10: Features
Power On Detection - If one of the video sources is powered off the VM0808 automatically switches to the next powered-on source Cascade Additional VM0808 Units up to three levels Rack Mountable All metal casing Note: The VM0808 RS-232 AP and GUI instructions can be downloaded from the ATEN website: www.aten.com. -
Page 11: Requirements
Chapter 1. Introduction Requirements The following equipment is required for a complete VM0808 installation Source Devices Computer or A/V source device with VGA and stereo output Display Devices A VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA, UXGA, WUXGA, or multisync display device with an HDB-15 connector... -
Page 12: Source Device Operating Systems
VM0808 User Manual Source Device Operating Systems Supported operating systems are shown in the table, below: Version Windows 2000 and higher Linux RedHat 6.0 and higher SuSE 8.2 and higher Mandriva (Mandrake) 9.0 and higher UNIX 4.3 and higher FreeBSD 3.51 and higher... -
Page 13: Components
ENTER Component Description LCD Display The LCD display shows the various options for configuring and operating the VM0808. For full details, see Front Panel Operation, page 11. Front Panel Use the pushbuttons to navigate the LCD display to Pushbuttons and configure and operate the VM0808. -
Page 14: Rear View
VM0808 User Manual Rear View Component Description Power Socket This is a standard 3-pin AC power socket. The power cord from an AC source plugs in here. Power Switch This is a standard rocker switch that powers the unit on and off. -
Page 15: Ir Remote Control
Chapter 1. Introduction IR Remote Control Component Description Power ON/OFF Use the ON and OFF pushbuttons to turn the Output displays on or off- by individual port, or all ports. (see Remote Control Operation, page 26) Output Pushbuttons Output display Pushbutton 1–8 to change Input source for Output displays. -
Page 16: Hardware Setup
Keyboard Power On function. Rack Mounting The VM0808 can be mounted in a 19” (1U) system rack. For the most convenient front panel configuration and operation, mount the unit at the front of the rack, as follows: 1. - Page 17 Chapter 2. Hardware Setup 2. Position the unit in the front of the rack and align the holes in the mounting brackets with the holes in the rack. 3. Screw the mounting brackets to the rack.
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Page 18: Cable Connections
3. Connect up to 8 display/audio devices to the VGA/Audio Output ports 4. Connect the IR Receiver into the External IR Receiver Input Port 5. Plug the power cord supplied with the package into the VM0808’s 3-prong AC socket, and then into an AC power source. -
Page 19: Operation
Chapter 3 Operation Overview The VM0808 can be configured and operated via the front panel pushbuttons and tuner dials, IR Remote Control or by connecting an RS-232 Serial controller. Front Panel Operation The VM0808 features front panel pushbuttons, tuner dials and an LCD display panel for convenient configuration and operation. -
Page 20: Menu Organization
VM0808 User Manual Menu Organization Use the MENU pushbutton to switch between the Main Screen and Menu page. From the Main screen press the MENU pushbutton to access the Menu page and cycle through the menu options using the tuner dials, starting from Switch... -
Page 21: Enter Password
Security Mode, page 20), the password screen appears when the unit is accessed for operations, and the first digit flashes. Enter a 4-digit password to continue to the Main Screen. Note: If you are accessing the VM0808 for the first time, the default password is 1234. MENU... -
Page 22: Main Screen
VM0808 User Manual Main Screen The Main screen displays Output Ports 1–8 in sequential order across the top. The Input source displaying on each Output port is shown directly beneath it. From the Main screen, you can set the Input to Output connections that route the signals from a selected Input port to the selected Output port. -
Page 23: Independent Audio In Selection
Chapter 3. Operation Independent Audio In Selection The audio signal can be switched independently of the video signal, to use with any other audio ports connection, using the Switch Audio Only menu. To create an independent audio connection, from the Main Screen do the following: 1. -
Page 24: Set Serial Port
VM0808 User Manual Set Serial Port To configure the VM0808’s serial settings, from the Main screen press the Menu pushbutton to access the Menu page, and select [ENTER] Set Serial Port: MENU Switch Audio Only Set Serial Port ENTER PROFILE... -
Page 25: Exit
Chapter 3. Operation MENU Default Serial Setting: NO Baud Rate: 19200 ENTER PROFILE 2. Turn the front panel IN/OUT dial to cycle through the options. Options are 9600, 19200, 38400, and 115200 3. Press and release the OUT, IN, or ENTER pushbutton to confirm the Baud Rate. -
Page 26: Operation Mode
VM0808 User Manual Operation Mode The Power On Detection and EDID features are adjusted from the Operation Mode menu. The Power on Detection mode automatically switches an Output port to the next powered-on source if its video source is powered off. EDID... -
Page 27: Edid
The default EDID will be passed to all video displays. Port1 The EDID from port1 will be passed to all video displays. Remix Uses the EDID of each connected display according to its connection when the VM0808 was first powered on. Note: The default EDID setting is Default. -
Page 28: Security Mode
The Security Mode page allows you to configure the VM0808’s password related settings; Password Required and Change Password. The Password Required option sets the VM0808 to require a password for operation after the unit times out (default: 5 minutes) or is powered off/on. The Change Password option allows you to set a new password for the VM0808. - Page 29 Chapter 3. Operation 4. Enter the old password (see Enter Password, page 13). Then, press the OUT, IN, or ENTER pushbutton to create a New Password, and enter the new password in the same way. MENU Old Password: 1234 New Password: 0000 PROFILE ENTER 5.
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Page 30: Save / Load Profile
VM0808 User Manual Save / Load Profile The VM0808 allows you to store up to 32 (numbered 0–31) different connection profiles that can be saved and recalled later.When profiles are saved, they are saved according to the current connection configuration on the Main screen.When you load a profile the change is immediate and the profile... -
Page 31: Profile Selection
Chapter 3. Operation Profile Selection Profile selection allows you to set a series of profiles to cycle through using the PROFILE pushbutton from the Main screen. Once you have added profiles to the Profile Selection list- from the Main screen you can press the PROFILE pushbutton to switch between the profiles in the Profile Selection list. - Page 32 VM0808 User Manual To Delete a Profile from Selection: 1. Use the MENU button to access the Menu page, turn the OUT/IN dial to scroll down and select [ENTER] Profile Selection. MENU Save/Load Profile Profile Selection ENTER PROFILE 2. Use the OUT/IN dial to scroll down and select [ENTER] Delete a Profile...
- Page 33 Chapter 3. Operation To Show Profile Selection: Use the MENU button to access the Menu page, turn the OUT/IN dial to scroll down and select [ENTER] Profile Selection. MENU Save/Load Profile Profile Selection ENTER PROFILE 4. Use the OUT/IN dial to select [ENTER] Show Profile Selection: MENU Show Profile Selection Add a Profile in Selection...
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Page 34: Remote Control Operation
Output displays simultaneously. Before using the remote control feature you must first plug the IR External Receiver into the rear of the VM0808 (see External IR Receiver Port, page 6), and place the receiver where the IR signal can be reached. -
Page 35: Power On/Off All Output Displays
Chapter 3. Operation Power on/off all Output displays To power on/off all Output displays simultaneously*, use the remote control to do the following: 1. Press the ON or OFF pushbutton. 2. Repeat step 1 to simultaneously change the power status of all Output ports back on/off. -
Page 36: Rs-232 Commands
Chapter 4 RS-232 Commands Serial Control Protocol Commands This chapter provides a complete list of the serial control protocol commands used when utilizing the RS-232 Serial Port so that an extra source device can function further as transmitter and receiver. Configuring the Serial Port The controller’s serial port should be configured as follows: RS-232 Serial Control Protocol Settings... - Page 37 Chapter 4. RS-232 Commands 3. Switch Command + Output Command + Port Number + Control + [Enter] For example, to switch the next output to the local port, type the following: sw l1 + [Enter] Possible Values The following table shows the possible values for switch commands: Command Description Switch command...
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Page 38: Edid Commands
VM0808 User Manual Switch Port Command Table: Enter Description video Enter Switch Input Port xx to Output Port yy audio (xx:01~08; yy:01~08, *) video Enter Turn on Output Port audio Turn off Output Port (yy:01~08, *) video Enter Switch Next Input to... -
Page 39: Mute Commands
[Enter Key] Uses the EDID of the connected display according to each connection when the VM0808 is powered on. edid auto [Enter Key] All connected displays EDID will be detected and the best resolution for all will be selected as they are connected. -
Page 40: Save / Load Profile Commands
VM0808 User Manual Possible Values The following table shows the possible values for mute commands:Commands Command Description mute Mute selected output port Control Description Mute on; audio from selected output port is disabled Mute off; audio output enabled (default) Mute Command Table... - Page 41 Chapter 4. RS-232 Commands Possible Values The following table shows the possible values for Save/load Profile commands: Command Description profile Save / Load profile Profile Description Profile Profile Number Description 00-31 (default is 00) Control Description save Save the current connection configuration load Load a saved profile Profile Command Table:...
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Page 42: Appendix
Appendix Safety Instructions General 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. Do not use the device near water. - Page 43 Appendix 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. Make sure that the total of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes.
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Page 44: Rack Mounting
VM0808 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 45: Technical Support
Appendix Technical Support International For online technical support – including troubleshooting, documentation, and software updates: http://support.aten.com For telephone support, see Telephone Support, page iii: North America Email Support support@aten-usa.com Online Troubleshooting http://www.aten-usa.com/support Technical Documentation Support Software Updates Telephone Support 1-888-999-ATEN ext 4988 When you contact us, please have the following information ready beforehand: Product model number, serial number, and date of purchase. -
Page 46: Specifications
VM0808 User Manual Specifications Function VM0808 Connectors Video In 8 x HDB-15 Male (Blue) Video Out 8 x HDB-15 Female (Blue) Audio In 8 x Mini Stereo Jack Female (Green) Audio Out 8 x Mini Stereo Jack Female (Green) RS-232... -
Page 47: Limited Warranty
Appendix Limited Warranty IN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR'S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT FROM DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, DISK, OR ITS DOCUMENTATION. The direct vendor makes no warranty or representation, expressed, implied, or statutory with respect to the contents or use of this documentation, and especially disclaims its quality, performance, merchantability, or fitness for any particular purpose.
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