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- Page 1 4x4 / 8x8 DVI Matrix Switch with Scaler VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual www.aten.com...
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Page 2: Rohs
VM5404D / VM5808D 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: Safety
VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual Safety This product has been classified as Information Technology Equipment. SJ/T 11364-2006 The following contains information that relates to China. -
Page 4: User Information
VM5404D / VM5808D 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 86-10-5255-0110 Japan 81-3-5615-5811 Korea 82-2-467-6789 North America... -
Page 5: Package Contents
© Copyright 2015 ATEN® International Co., Ltd. Manual Date: 2015-09-10 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 6: Table Of Contents
VM5404D Front View ........ - Page 7 VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual Main Screen ..........17 Port Switching .
- Page 8 VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual Number of Displays / Bezel Dimensions ....47 Blank Output ......... 48 Independent Output .
- Page 9 VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual Configuring the Serial Port ....... . . 75 Verification.
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Page 10: About This Manual
VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual About this Manual This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your VM5404D / VM5808D system. It covers all aspects of installation, configuration and operation. An overview of the information found in the manual is provided below. -
Page 11: 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 12 VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank...
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Page 13: Chapter 1. Introduction
Introduction Overview The ATEN VanCryst VM5404D / VM5808D 4 x 4 / 8 x 8 DVI Matrix Switch with Scaler is a versatile solution that provides an easy way to route high definition video and audio from any of 4/8 DVI sources to any of 4/8 DVI displays at the same time. -
Page 14: Features
VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual Features 4x4 or 8x8 DVI I/O connections Configuration and Control via Front panel LCD display / pushbuttons / IR Remote Control System Operation via bi-directional RS-232 serial controller / Internet browser-based (web) Graphical User Interface (GUI) / Telnet Extends IR transmission via IR extension cable Scaler –... -
Page 15: Requirements
Chapter 1. Introduction Requirements The following devices are required for a complete VM5404D / VM5808D installation: Source Devices Computer or A/V source device with DVI Type A output connector(s) Note: A DVI/HDMI adapter is required when connecting a HDMI source device. -
Page 16: Source Device Operating Systems
VM5404D / VM5808D 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 17: Components
Main Screen, page 17. Input Pushbuttons These pushbuttons refer to the DVI Input ports found on the VM5404D rear panel. Press to select the Input port. These pushbuttons may also correspond to menu options, connection profiles (P1–P4) and so on. -
Page 18: Vm5404D Rear View
Ethernet Port In order to access the VM5404D’s Browser Graphical User Interface (GUI), the VM5404D must be connected to your network. The cable that connects the VM5404D to your LAN plugs in here. See Cable Connection, page 13, for further details... -
Page 19: Vm5808D Front View
Chapter 1. Introduction VM5808D Front View Component Description LCD Display The LCD Display gives a quick view of all port connections, and shows the various options for configuring and operating the VM5808D. For full details, see Main Screen, page 17. Input Pushbuttons These pushbuttons refer to the DVI Input ports found on the VM5808D rear panel. -
Page 20: Vm5808D Rear View
VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual VM5808D 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 21: Ir Remote Control
Press Input source pushbuttons 1–8 to select the Input source you want to display on a selected output 1–8 (see IR Remote Control Operation, page 32). The VM5404D’s IR remote control only supports use of the 1~4 Input Note: and 1~4 Output pushbuttons. - Page 22 VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank...
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Page 23: Chapter 2. Hardware Setup
Keyboard Power On function. Rack Mounting The VM5404D / VM5808D can be mounted in a 19” (1U) system rack. For the most convenient front panel pushbutton configuration and operation at the local site, mount the unit at the front of the rack, as follows: 1. -
Page 24: Grounding
To prevent damage to your installation, it is important that all devices are properly grounded. 1. Use a grounding wire to ground the VM5404D / VM5808D by connecting one end of the wire to the grounding terminal, and the other end of the wire to a suitable grounded object. -
Page 25: Cable Connection
Note: Do not omit this step. Proper grounding helps to prevent damage to the unit from surges or static electricity. 2. Connect up to 4 (VM5404D) or 8 (VM5808D) DVI video sources to the DVI Input ports 3. Connect up to 4 (VM5404D) or 8 (VM5808D) DVI display devices to the DVI Output ports 4. -
Page 26: Installation Diagram
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Page 27: Front Panel Configuration
Chapter 3 Front Panel Configuration Overview The VM5404D / VM5808D can be configured and operated locally via the front panel LCD/pushbuttons and IR Remote Control; remotely over a standard TCP/IP connection via graphical user interface (GUI) using a web browser; via a remote terminal session using Telnet;... -
Page 28: Enter Password
If the Password screen / LCD Menu fails to load, an error message displays. Reset the unit and try again. If you are accessing the VM5404D / VM5808D for the first time, the Password screen appears as soon as the LCD loading process is done. Enter the default password 1234 to continue to the Main Screen (see Main Screen, page 17). -
Page 29: Main Screen
Chapter 3. Front Panel Configuration Main Screen The Main Screen shows the Input ports in the top row, which are tied to the Output ports shown in sequential order (1–8) at the bottom row. INPUT 1 2 5 5 1 1 OUTPUT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 The front panel pushbutton label (1–8) corresponds to the Input ports and... - Page 30 VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual (Continued from previous page.) 2. To disconnect an Output port from an Input port, press the corresponding Output port pushbutton. In the example below, Output port 2 has been disconnected from Input port 3. To switch to another Input port, press any Input port pushbutton. The Output port LED(s) tied to the said Input port light(s) up (steady).
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Page 31: Output Port Selection
Chapter 3. Front Panel Configuration Output Port Selection Use the Output Port pushbuttons to select the Output port you want to configure. INPUT 1 2 5 5 1 1 3 4 OUTPUT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 To select which output display corresponds to each input source device, do the following: 1. - Page 32 VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual 2. Pressing the Cancel pushbutton once stops the Output Port Selection operation, and the LCD displays the active setting. Pressing the Cancel pushbutton again turns all LEDs off. 3. After 10 seconds of inactivity, all the LEDs turn off.
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Page 33: Lcd Menu Organization
Chapter 3. Front Panel Configuration LCD Menu Organization The VM5404D / VM5808D has a built-in configuration utility via the front panel LCD, which can be controlled by pressing the MENU and front panel Input pushbuttons (1–8). User can cycle through the menu options, starting... -
Page 34: Ip Setting
The values in the LCD Menu are read-only and can be edited via the Browser GUI (Telnet Operation, page 71). IP Address / Subnet Mask To view the VM5404D / VM5808D’s IP address and Subnet Mask, do the following: 1. From the Menu page, press 1 to see the IP Setting submenu. The IP address and Subnet Mask are then shown. -
Page 35: Serial Port Setting
Chapter 3. Front Panel Configuration Serial Port Setting To configure the VM5404D / VM5808D’s baud rate for its serial port connection, select Serial Port Setting from the Menu page. 1: IP Setting 2: Serial Port Setting 8: Next Baud Rate To set the VM5404D / VM5808D’s baud rate, do the following:... -
Page 36: Operation Mode
The Output Status shows whether the video/audio of an Output port is turned on or off To configure the VM5404D / VM5808D’s operation mode settings from the Main Screen, use the Menu pushbutton to access the Menu page, press 8/Next to navigate to the next page, then press pushbutton 1 to access the Operation Mode page. -
Page 37: Osd
The On-Screen Display or OSD feature enables real-time text updates to appear on the display device’s screen for any configuration changes made to the Output port via the VM5404D / VM5808D’s front panel, IR remote control or Browser GUI. To configure the OSD setting for each output port, do the following: 1. -
Page 38: Output Status
VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual Note: The default OSD setting is On. 3. Press Menu to return to the Menu page. 4. Press Cancel to return to the previous step without saving. Output Status To configure the Output Status settings for each output port, do the following: 1. -
Page 39: Security Mode
1: Operation Mode 2: Security Mode 8: Next Password 1. To set the VM5404D / VM5808D to require a password for local operation, press pushbutton 1. 1. Password: Disable 2. Change Password 2. To require a password after the LCD display times out or is powered off/ on, press pushbutton 1. -
Page 40: Change Password
New Password: * * * * 4. Re-enter the new password in the following screen. The new password is applied by the VM5404D / VM5808D immediately. Re-enter New Password: * * * * If the password you entered does not match the one entered in the previous screen, an error message appears. -
Page 41: Save To A Profile
Chapter 3. Front Panel Configuration Save to a Profile The switch allows users to store up to 8 (VM5404D) or 16 (VM5808D ) (numbered P1–P16) different connection profiles that can be saved and recalled later. The active Input-to-Output port connections on the LCD Main Screen is the configuration saved to a profile. -
Page 42: Play/Stop The Profile Schedule
VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual Play/Stop the Profile Schedule Inputting port pushbutton 2 will Play or Stop the active Profile Schedule. 7: Back 1: Save to a Profile 2: Play/Stop the Profile Schedule... -
Page 43: Profile Pushbutton
Save to a Profile page (see Save to a Profile, page 29) Press the Cancel pushbutton to exit Note: If there are no profiles configured on the VM5404D / VM5808D device, an error message “No Profile List defined. Profile List can be edited via the Web GUI”... -
Page 44: Ir Remote Control Operation
Output displays simultaneously Before using the remote control, a user must first plug the IR External Receiver into the rear panel of the VM5404D / VM5808D and place the receiver where the IR signal can be reached (see IR Port, page 8). -
Page 45: Power On/Off All Output Displays
Chapter 3. Front Panel Configuration Power on/off all Output displays To power on/off all Output displays simultaneously, with the remote control, do the following: 1. Press the ON or OFF pushbutton.* 2. Repeat step 1 to simultaneously change back the power status of all Output ports, to on or off, respectively. - Page 46 VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank...
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Page 47: Chapter 4. Browser Operation
For full details, see the sections that follow. Logging In To access the GUI, type the VM5404D / VM5808D’s IP address into the address bar of any browser. If a Security Alert dialog box appears, accept the certificate –... -
Page 48: Main Page
VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual Main Page The Main Page opens to the Profile List. This is where you configure the input to output connections by creating profiles. The page is divided into three parts: the Menu Bar, Profile List, and Profile Scheduling. -
Page 49: Profile List
Profile List The Profile List lets you configure the input to output port connections by creating profiles to use. You can store up to 8 (VM5404D) or 16 (VM5808D) differently configured profiles that can be saved and played by two methods: locally via the unit’s front panel pushbuttons and via the web GUI. - Page 50 VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual 4. New profiles appear in the Profile List, as shown here: 5. Select the profile and click Apply. 6. The profile appears in the large Play window and the connections start: Note: More information about Profile List options are provided on the next...
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Page 51: Profile List Options
Chapter 4. Browser Operation Profile List Options Clicking a Profile or the Play window opens a pop-up menu with options. Profile Option Description Apply Click Apply to put the profile in the Play window. This allows you to start the profile connections. Edit Click Edit to configure the profile's input to output connections. - Page 52 VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual Option Description Positioning Click Positioning to open a window that allows you to adjust the image position on each display. For Video Wall profiles, you can also set the Bezel Dimension, which is the frame thickness between each display.
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Page 53: Profile Scheduling
Chapter 4. Browser Operation Profile Scheduling Profile Scheduling is located below the Profile List. Scheduling allows you to queue and play connection profiles in sequence for a specific amount of time. Option Description Click to edit profile schedule. Click to play profile schedule. When profiles that are part of schedule are playing, On Note: Sequence will appear in the Play Window. - Page 54 VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual After selecting Edit, you will be presented with the following options. Option Description Click to add profiles to the schedule in the order to be played, left to right, then set the amount of time each profile plays.
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Page 55: Connection Profiles
Chapter 4. Browser Operation Connection Profiles There are two types of profiles: Digital Signage and Video Wall. Digital Signage profiles are for displays where video is viewed on separate monitors.Video Wall profiles are for displays that are tiled together, where multiple monitors form one large screen –... -
Page 56: Output Icon
VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual Output Icon Option Description Output Icon Click an Output icon(s) to highlight it in green and use the Select Source menu to set the video options (see Select Source below). The large number is the Video Input port selected for the display. -
Page 57: Grid View
Chapter 4. Browser Operation Grid View The Grid View allows you to select the Input to Output connections using a simple grid. From an Output Port column, click a box to select it’s Input Port. The box will turn orange. Uncheck an Output Port box to disable the video for that Output Port. -
Page 58: Video Wall Profile
VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual Video Wall Profile Each blank icon represents an Output port and the connected display. Use the icons to create Independent and Grouped Outputs. Independent Outputs will display video on a single monitor. Grouped Outputs will display video across multiple monitors as one large screen. -
Page 59: Number Of Displays / Bezel Dimensions
Chapter 4. Browser Operation Number of Displays / Bezel Dimensions Option Description Number of Use the Horizontal and Vertical drop-down menu to select the Displays number of displays that make up the video wall. Match this to the physical layout of the displays. Click Apply to set the layout. Auto Fill Click the Auto Fill checkbox and Apply to automatically incorporate all available outputs into the video wall. -
Page 60: Blank Output
VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual Blank Output Option Description Blank Icon Click Blank Output icons to highlight icons in green and use the Display Preferences menu to set the video options (see Display Preferences, page 50). Select a single icon to set the Output and Video Input for an independent display (see Independent Output, page 49). -
Page 61: Independent Output
Chapter 4. Browser Operation Independent Output Option Description Independent Independent Outputs are displays that have their own Video Input Output and Output selected. Independent Outputs: Display their own video Icons have their own color and Video Input Select an Independent Output and use the Display Preferences (page 50) menu select the Video Input. -
Page 62: Group
VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual Group Option Description Group A Group (of Outputs) shares the same Video Input and displays the video together as one large screen. A Group of Outputs: Displays video across multiple monitors to form one screen Icons have the same color and Video Input number. -
Page 63: Video Wall Example
Chapter 4. Browser Operation Option Description Video Input Use the drop-down menu to select the Video Input port. Radio Button Fit Width of Output(s): fits the video to the width of the display. Fit Height of Output(s): fits the video to the height of the display. Scale to Whole Output(s): fits the video on the entire display. -
Page 64: Output Options
VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual Output Options The Output Options page is used to configure DVI Video options. DVI Video Options DVI Video Options allow you to set Seamless Switch options which determine how a display performs when the input port is changed. - Page 65 Chapter 4. Browser Operation Use the top drop-down menu to apply an option to all ports, or lower drop-down menus to apply options per port. Click Save to save the profile or Save as to save as a different profile number.
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Page 66: System Settings
VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual System Settings Click the Settings link from the Main page for the System Settings to open on the General page: The General page allows you to edit Baud, language and OSD settings, and Fan information. -
Page 67: General
Chapter 4. Browser Operation General The General page has three sections: Fan Status, OSD and Other. Fan Status This section displays the VM5808D’s two fans’ statuses. The VM5808D also includes a drop-down menu which allows for manual selection of fan speed. Note: If the fans have stopped working or are switched off, they will appear as follows. - Page 68 VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual Options include: English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese. Use the Baud Rate drop-down menu to select a serial port setting. Options include: 9600, 19200, 38400 and 115200.
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Page 69: User Account
Note: This is an Administrator only function. Add account – Click the Add account button to add another user to the list. The VM5404D / VM5808D supports up to 32 users at one time (see page 58 for more details). -
Page 70: Add Account
Click Create User to save the data. Click Cancel to discard the changes and exit. If a user is logged into the VM5404D / VM5808D’s GUI, their user settings cannot be edited, and the fields in this screen are grayed out. -
Page 71: Permission Level
The three available permission levels are as follows: Administrator – this level provides full access and control of the VM5404D / VM5808D, in addition to full User Management privileges. Advanced User – this level provides full access and control with no User Management privileges. -
Page 72: Port Name
VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual Port Name The Port Name page lets you name the input and output ports for easy identification. To name an Input/Output port, enter a descriptive name of up to 16 multi-language characters (excluding :;=[]+=/?\|) in the corresponding field and click Save. -
Page 73: Network
Telnet settings for connecting to the VM5404D / VM5808D. Enable DHCP to allow the DHCP server to assign an IP address to the VM5404D / VM5808D. Select Disable to enter your own static IP address settings for the device. Click Cancel to use the following default values: IP Address –... -
Page 74: Edid
The EDID Settings page lets users view and select an EDID Mode so that the VM5404D / VM5808D can use the best resolution for its display(s). Note: The EDID Mode can also be selected via the Front Panel pushbuttons –... -
Page 75: Edid Mode
In the left panel of the page, users can select a pre-configured EDID Mode using the EDID Mode radio buttons. Select the EDID Mode to use and click Apply. The VM5404D / VM5808D uses the settings configured for that EDID mode. -
Page 76: Customized Mode
Retrieve EDID: Click and a pop-up window appears to retrieve the EDID settings of a stored EDID configuration: Customized EDID 01- 08, or ATEN Default. Select the port to retrieve: The right panel displays a summary of the acquired EDID settings that you can edit. -
Page 77: Edid & Cea Description
Chapter 4. Browser Operation EDID & CEA Description The right panel of the screen lets users view the configuration of the EDID and CEA Modes selected: From the left column, click the option that you want to view and/or edit. There are two categories: EDID (Extended Display Identification Data) and CEA (Consumer Electronics Association). -
Page 78: Customized Edid Settings
VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual Customized EDID Settings The EDID structure is comprised of 128 bytes in total – each heading shown in the left column corresponds to a specific number of bytes. The pages for the pre-configured EDID Modes (Port 1, Default and Remix) cannot be edited. - Page 79 Chapter 4. Browser Operation Standard Timings This page shows eight resolutions/timings that display devices can support in addition to those listed in the Established Timings page. Select the H Active Pixel from the drop-down menu. Select the Aspect Ratio from the drop-down menu. Click Save to apply the changes.
- Page 80 VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual Monitor Description This screen lets you specify the viewing specifications, namely horizontal and vertical scan ranges and pixel clock rate, of your monitor/display device. Enter the values that correspond to your device and click Save to apply the...
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Page 81: Firmware
This is an Administrator only function. To upgrade the VM5404D / VM5808D’s firmware, do the following: 1. Use the Browse button to locate the firmware upgrade file. Make sure you have the correct file saved on your PC. -
Page 82: Hdcp
VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual HDCP The HDCP page lets users view and set HDCP key settings between input and output ports for digital copy protection and to ensure Seamless Switching between different devices. This is an Administrator and Advanced User only function. -
Page 83: Telnet Operation
The VM5404D / VM5808D can be operated and configured via a remote terminal session using Telnet. To log into the VM5404D / VM5808D by means of a Telnet session, do the following: 1. On your computer, open a terminal (command line) session. -
Page 84: Gt - Set Gateway Address
VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual VR – Software version information Ctrl-Q – Quit 2. GT – Set gateway address Old gateway address: 192.168.0.1 New gateway address: 3. IM – Set IP subnet mask Old IP subnet mask: 255.255.255.0 New IP subnet mask: 4. -
Page 85: Ro - Read What Output Is Connected To Nn Input
Chapter 4. Browser Operation 8. RO – Read what output is connected to nn input RO 01 Output port 02 is connected to input port 01 9. SB – Set serial port baud rate SB 96 Serial port baud rate is set to 9600 10. - Page 86 VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank...
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Page 87: Rs-232 Commands
The VM5404D / VM5808D’s built-in bi-directional RS-232 serial interface allows system control through a high-end controller or PC. The RS-232 commands for the VM5404D and VM5808D are the same, with the only difference being that the VM5808D has 4 additional ports. -
Page 88: Verification
VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual Verification After entering a command, a verification message appears at the end of the command line as follows: Command OK - indicates that the command is correct and successfully performed by the switch Command incorrect - indicates that the command has the wrong format... -
Page 89: Switch Port Command
Chapter 5. RS-232 Commands Switch Port Command The Switch Port command allows you to switch ports on the VM5404D / VM5808D. The formula for the Switch command is as follows: Command + Input + Number + Output + Number + Control + [Enter] 1. - Page 90 VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual Note: 1. By default, input port 01 is tied to output port 01; input port 02 is tied to output port 02; and so on until port 08 (i.e., o01 i01, o02 i02). 2. Each command string can be separated with a space.
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Page 91: Edid Mode Command
The VM5404D / VM5808D implements the EDID of each connected display according to its connection when the VM5808D is first powered on, or immediately after selecting the Remix option. edid default [Enter] ATEN’s default EDID is passed to the video source. - Page 92 VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual Command Control Enter Description EDID custom [Enter] Implements the customized mode.
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Page 93: Mute Command
Chapter 5. RS-232 Commands Mute Command Mute allows you to enable or disable an output port(s) audio. The formula for the Mute command is as follows: Command + Output + Number + Control + [Enter] 1. For example, to mute the audio coming from output port 1, type: mute o01 on [enter] The following tables show the possible values for the Mute command: Command... -
Page 94: Scaling Command
VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual Scaling Command The Scaling command allows you to set a resolution for scaling the display connected to an output port. The formula for the Scaling command is as follows: Command + Output + Number 1 + Horizontal Resolution + Number 2... - Page 95 Chapter 5. RS-232 Commands Resolution Number Description vvvv Vertical resolution Frequency Description freq Frequency command for scaling Frequency Number Description Frequency resolution Control Description Turn off the scaling function (by pass mode) native Map display's native resolution for scaling (default) Note: 1.
- Page 96 VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual Horiz Vertic Port Comm Outp ontal Numb Numb Frequ Numb Contr Numb Enter Description Resol Resol ency ution ution scaling 1920 1080 freq [Enter Scale output port yy to 1920x1080@ 60Hz yy: 01 ~ 08 or...
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Page 97: Fan Speed Command
Chapter 5. RS-232 Commands Fan Speed Command The Fan Speed command allows you to set the VM5808D’s internal fan speed. Note: This feature is not supported by the VM5404D. To set the fan speed, use the following command: Command + Control + [Enter] 1. -
Page 98: Echo Command
VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual Echo Command The Echo function updates the RS232 controller when operations are made via the front panel pushbuttons, web browser, or telnet. The changes echo back to the RS232 controller to keep the settings in sync with the device. -
Page 99: Black Screen Command
Chapter 5. RS-232 Commands Black Screen Command The Black Screen command turns a display screen black when no source signal is detected. This prevents the display from showing the default blue or other color used when no source signal is detected. The formula for the Black Screen command is as follows: Command + Control + [Enter] 1. -
Page 100: Read Command
VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual Read Command The Read command allows you to view information about the device. The formula for the Read command is as follows: Command + [Enter] 1. To view information, type: read [Enter] The following table shows the possible values for the Read command:... -
Page 101: Reset Command
Chapter 5. RS-232 Commands Reset Command The Reset command allows you to reset the VM5404D / VM5808D to the default factory settings. The formula for the Reset command is as follows: Command + [Enter] The following tables show the possible values for the Reset command:... -
Page 102: Baud Rate Command
Baud Rate Command The Baud Rate command allows you to set the RS-232 data rate for the VM5404D / VM5808D to use. Options are 9600, 19200 (default) 38400 and 115200. The formula for the Baud Rate command is as follows: Command + Control + [Enter] 1. -
Page 103: Save/Load Profile Command
Description profile Save / Load profile Profile Description Profile command Profile Number Description VM5404D: 01-08 (default is 01) VM5808D: 01-16 (default is 01) Control Description save Save the connection configuration load Load a saved profile Note: Each command string can be separated with a space. -
Page 104: Osd Command
VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual OSD Command To enable or disable the On-Screen Display (OSD) for displays, use the following command: Command + Output + Number + Control + [Enter] 1. For example, to enable the OSD for output 07, type: osd o07 on [Enter] 2. -
Page 105: Appendix
Appendix Safety Instructions General Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device. This product is for indoor use only. Do not place the device on any unstable surface (cart, stand, table, etc.). If the device falls, serious damage will result. - Page 106 VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual 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 107: Rack Mounting
Appendix 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 108: Technical Support
VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual Technical Support International For online technical support – including troubleshooting, documentation, and software updates: http://eservice.aten.com For telephone support, see Telephone Support, page iv: North America Email Support support@aten-usa.com Online Troubleshooting http://www.aten-usa.com/support Technical Documentation Support Software Updates... -
Page 109: Specifications
Appendix Specifications Function VM5404D VM5808D Video Input Interface 4 x DVI-D Female 8 x DVI-D Female (White) (White) Impedance 100 Ω Max. Distance 1.8 m Video Interface 4 x DVI-D Female 8 x DVI-D Female Output (White) (White) Impedance 100 Ω... -
Page 110: Limited Warranty
VM5404D / VM5808D User Manual 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.
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