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4 x 4 4K HDMI Matrix Switch with Scaler VM6404H User Manual

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2. 3 Source Device Operating 4 Components 2240 ele ERR Goa ie dese fag 5 VM6404H Front View 5 VM6404H Rear 6 IR Remote Control 7 Chapter 2 Hardware Setup Rack Mounting s denec onos c 9 Groundirnig T asp wena he EE E 10 ban E oed ed Slee eek ees 11 Installation Diagram 12 Chapter 3 Front Panel Configuration OVGIVIGW 5 uud e recreare ee DG rg RG EE OE Gu iq 13 Front Panel Pushbuttons 13 Enter Password mv RR sh acto a rac 14 Sereen uidet ROC EC Co CUT QE NIORT LOT 15 Port Switching e t gre vede bee cada 15 vi VM6404H User Manual Input Port Selection llle 15 Output Port 17 LCD Menu 19 Men P shbutton udo ert ed gne 19 IP Setting cos Pore Pe aie eee tra Ir ea RES 20 IP Address Subnet 20 Gateway s Mele he ae OG eee VER DPA IB el 20 oerial Port Settings vse ee se
3. Command Description baud Sets the RS 232 baud rate Control Description 9600 Use 9600 baud rate 19200 Use 19200 baud rate default 38400 Use 38400 baud rate 115200 Use 115200 baud rate Note Each command string can be separated with a space The following table lists the available Baud Rate commands Command Control Enter Description baud 9600 19200 38400 Enter Sets the RS 232 baud 115200 rate 86 Chapter 5 RS 232 Commands Save Load Profile Command The Save Load Profile command allows you to save and load connection profiles Saving profiles will save the connections currently in use The formula for the Save Load Profile command is as follows Command Profile Number Control Enter 1 For example to save the current connection configuration to profile 02 type profile f 02 save Enter The following tables show the possible values for the Save Load Profile commands Command Description profile Save Load profile Profile Description f Profile command Profile Number Description yy 01 08 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 The following table lists the available Save Load Profile commands Command Profile Control Enter Description N
4. 71 VM6404H User Manual Telnet Operation The VM6404H can be operated and configured via a remote terminal session using Telnet To log into the VM6404H by means of a Telnet session do the following 1 2 On your computer open a terminal command line session At the prompt key in the VM6404H s IP address in the following way telnet IP address 23 Press Enter The login screen appears At the login prompt provide your Username and Password Note Ifauser logs on using a Username that is already in session the newest login takes effect and the previous session is replaced Configuration Menu Once a Telnet connection to the VM6404H is established the device s text based Configuration Menu comes up with the following items 1 H Call up the command list for help Command list GT Set gateway address IM Set IP subnet mask IP Set IP address LO Load connections from profile nn PW Change password RI Read what input is connected to nn output RO Read what output is connected to nn input SB Set the serial port baud rate SS Switch input to specified port SV Save the current connections into profile nn TI Set timeout VR Software version information Ctrl Q Quit 72 Chapter 4 Browser Operation GT Set gateway address GT Old gateway address 192 168 0 1 New gateway address IM Set IP subnet mask IM Old IP subnet mask
5. VM6404H User Manual Features Connects up to 4 HDMI sources to any of 4 HDMI displays Front Panel configuration via LCD display pushbuttons IR remote control System Operation via bi directional RS 232 serial controller Ethernet Telnet IR Remote Control front panel pushbuttons GUI Scaler features a video scaling function to integrate a video wall seamlessly with various video output formats Seamless Switch features close to zero second switching that provides continuous video streams real time switching and stable signal transmissions Video Wall features up to 8 video wall profiles for custom screen layouts via a point n click web GUI EDID Expert configures optimum EDID settings for smooth power up high quality display and use of the best resolution across different screens Firmware upgradable Rack mountable Note If Seamless Switching 1s enabled the video output will not display 3D Deep Color or interlaced resolution 1 10801 For these features you must disable Seamless Switching Chapter 1 Introduction Requirements The following devices are required for a complete VM6404H installation Source Devices Computer or A V source device with HDMI Type A output connector s Note A DVI HDMI adapter is required when connecting a DVI source device Display Devices Display devices or receivers with an HDMI Type A input co
6. NATEN 4 x 4 4K HDMI Matrix Switch with Scaler VM6404H User Manual www aten com VM6404H 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 This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense The device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation FCC Caution Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this equipment CE Warning This is a 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
7. 255 255 255 0 New IP subnet mask IP Set IP address IP Old IP address 192 168 0 60 New IP address LO Load connections from profile LO 01 Load profile 01 OK PW Change password PW Old password New password RI Read what input is connected to nn output RI 01 Input port 02 04 08 is connected to output port 01 RO Read what output is connected to nn input RO 01 Output port 02 1s connected to input port 01 73 VM6404H User Manual 9 SB Set serial port baud rate SB 96 Serial port baud rate is set to 9600 10 SS Switch input to specified output SS 01 03 Switch input 01 to output 03 11 SV Save the current connections into a profile SV 01 Save the current connections into profile 01 12 TI Set timeout TI 30 Set 30 minute timeout 13 VR Software version information VR Software version 1 0 Note For further information about these functions please reference the equivalent Browser GUI functions earlier in this chapter 74 Chapter 5 RS 232 Commands Serial Control Protocol Commands The VM6404H s built in bi directional RS 232 serial interface allows system control through a high end controller or PC Configuring the Serial Port The controller s serial port should be configured as follows Baud Rate 19200 Data Bits 8 Parity None Stop Bits Flow Control Verification None After e
8. ERR x E RE US 95 VM6404H User Manual About this Manual This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your VM6404H system It covers all aspects of installation configuration and operation An overview of the information found in the manual is provided below Chapter 1 Introduction introduces you to the VM6404H system Its purpose features and benefits are presented and its front and back panel components are described Chapter 2 Hardware Setup describes how to set up your VM6404H installation Chapter 3 Front Panel Configuration explains the fundamental concepts involved in operating the VM6404H at the local site via the front panel LCD display using pushbuttons Chapter 4 Browser Operation provides a complete description of the VM6404H s Browser Graphical User Interface GUI and how to use it to remotely configure and operate the VM6404H Chapter 5 RS 232 Protocol Commands 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 be utilized in the installation An Appendix provides specifications and other technical information regarding the VM6404H VM6404H User Manual Conventions This manual uses the following conventions Monospaced A Indicates text that you should key in Indicates keys you should press For example Enter means to press the Enter key If keys need to be
9. Press the Menu pushbutton to access the Menu page then V to navigate to the next pages Press pushbutton 1 to open the Save to a Profile page ATEN 1 Save to a Profile Play the Profile Schedule 2 On the page that opens you are asked to give the profile a number Use the front panel number pushbuttons to select a profile number into which you want to save the configuration nu PEPEO EPS ooo0og0o Options P1 P8 when saving a profile via LCD where Input port pushbuttons 1 4 correspond to Profile P1 to P4 Output port pushbuttons 1 4 correspond to Profile P5 to P8 3 Press Enter to store the configuration the LCD shows Profile Saved 4 Press Menu to return to the Menu page 5 Press Cancel to return to the previous step without saving Note Access the Save to a Profile page quickly by pressing the Profile pushbutton for longer than 3 seconds 28 Chapter 3 Front Panel Configuration Play Stop the Profile Schedule The final option in the menu allows users to play or stop the selected profile schedule to learn more about switching between connection profiles see Profile Pushbutton page 30 To play or stop a profile do the following 1 Press the Menu pushbutton to access the Menu page then V to navigate to the next pages Press pushbutton 2 to play the selected profile schedule Save to Profile 2 Play the Profile Schedule
10. TI Settimeout scere RR Roe oes 74 13 VR Software version information 74 Chapter 5 RS 232 Commands Serial Control Protocol Commands 75 viii VM6404H User Manual Configuring the Serial Port 75 5 ite reno rtr or e eye ele dte ue 75 Switch Port 76 EDID Mode Command 78 Mute 79 CEC COMMANA ere e Bb Dea M PEN ONE 80 Scaling 81 Echo Gomrmand 3e ee RESERVA c n ce e 83 Black Screen 84 Read Command 0 0 tee ees 85 Reset Command BM a dba Oto eh 85 Baud Rate Command 86 Save Load Profile Command 87 OSD Command ee aa cee ee ae 88 Appendix Safety Instructions e rh RR he pee ed 89 otal nn teense 89 R ck Mounting asia es os ee ene ee 91 Technical Support eiie enes ee eee be ee es 92 Intermmational 5 ok e ER Gm rios PR Pra os 92 North America 2 um ice rco inem iere 92 Specifications IRURE pomme p DEEP 93 Limited Warranty ice ee
11. and so on Note The INPUT 1 4 front panel pushbuttons have built in LEDs that light to indicate they have been selected 3 Output Pushbuttons These pushbuttons refer to the HDMI Output ports found on the VM6404H rear panel Press to select the Output port These pushbuttons may also correspond to connection profiles P5 P8 Note The OUTPUT 1 4 front panel pushbuttons have built in LEDs that light to indicate they have been selected 4 Prev Next These pushbuttons allow you to cycle through the Pushbuttons menu options on the LCD display 5 Function Pushbuttons The function pushbuttons MENU PROFILE ENTER and CANCEL are for navigating the LCD built in configuration utility For full details see Front Panel Pushbuttons page 13 Note The MENU and PROFILE front panel pushbuttons have built in LEDs that light to indicate they have been selected VM6404H User Manual VM6404H Rear View 3 c 1 2 No Component Description 1 Power Socket This is a standard 3 pin AC power socket The power cord from an AC source plugs in here 2 Power Switch This is a standard rocker switch that powers the unit on and off 3 Grounding Terminal The grounding wire attaches here See Grounding page 10 for further details 4 HDMI Input Ports T
12. on Turns Echo function on off Turns Echo function off default Note Each command string can be separated with a space The following table lists the available Echo commands Command Control Enter Description echo on Enter Turn on Echo function echo off Enter Turn off Echo function 83 VM6404H User Manual 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 For example to enable the Black Screen function type blackscreen on Enter The following tables show the possible values for the Black Screen command Command Description blackscreen Black Screen command Control Description on Turns Black Screen function on default off Turns Black Screen function off Note Each command string can be separated with a space The following table lists the available Black Screen commands Command Control Enter Description blackscreen on Enter Turn on Black Screen function blackscreen off Enter Turn off Black Screen function 84 Chapter 5 RS 232 Commands Read Command The Read command allows you to view the current configuration firmware and other informa
13. 2 Press the Menu pushbutton to access the Menu page then W to navigate to the next pages Press pushbutton 2 to stop the selected profile schedule gt Save to a Profile 2 Stop the Profile Schedule 29 VM6404H User Manual Profile Pushbutton The PROFILE pushbutton lets users conveniently switch between connection profiles that have been saved or added to the Profile List see Profile List page 35 If a Profile is in use its profile number P1 P8 is shown on the lower right corner of the LCD display 1 0000 oo 4 Oooo 80 Y INPUT 123 m OUTPUT 123 The Profile pushbutton functions as follows Press the Profile pushbutton for 1 2 seconds to cycle between profiles stored in the GUT s Profile List from 1 up to 8 depending on how many are added to the list Alternatively after pressing the Profile pushbutton lights use the Input Output pushbuttons to switch to a specific profile from P1 to P16 only Note that Input ports 1 4 correspond to Profile P1 to P4 Output ports 1 4 correspond to Profile P5 to P8 where Output Port 1 Profile 5 Output Port 2 Profile 6 The selected pushbutton lights steady and the VM6404H immediately applies the port connections configured in the selected profile When the Profile pushbutton is pressed for 3 seconds or more the LCD directs to the Save to a Profile page see Save to a Profile page 28 Press the Cancel pus
14. 2 seconds of pressing the Output number Power on off individual Output displays To power on off individual Output displays using the remote control do the following 1 Press the Output port number 1 4 you want to power on off 2 Within 2 seconds press the ON or OFF pushbutton 3 Repeat steps 1 2 to change the power status back on off If the ON or OFF pushbutton is pressed after 2 seconds of pressing the Output port number all the displays are powered on or off instead of just the intended Output port 31 VM6404H User Manual 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 The ON or OFF pushbuttons bring all displays to the same power status regardless of the individual power statuses 32 Chapter 4 Browser Operation Overview The VM6404H can be configured over a standard TCP IP connection via its built in Graphical User Interface GUI Because it can be accessed from anywhere over a network or the Internet operators can easily log in via web browser Security is ensured by password protection and user configurable time out The VM6404H supports three levels of remote users with various privileges and up to 32 users can log into the GUI at one time For full detai
15. 89 Please review it before 1 Important safety information regarding the placement of this proceeding 2 Make sure that the power to all devices connected to the installation are turned off You must unplug the power cords of any computers that have the Keyboard Power On function Rack Mounting The VM6404H 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 Use the M3 x 6 Phillips head hex screws supplied with the Mounting Kit to screw the rack mounting brackets onto the front of the unit Phillips Head Hex M3x6 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 VM6404H User Manual Grounding To prevent damage to your installation it is important that all devices are properly grounded 1 Use a grounding wire to ground the VM6404H by connecting one end of the wire to the grounding terminal and the other end of the wire to a suitable grounded object e e e e e e LJ C omo om o o otn t 2 Make sure that all devices in your VM6404H installation are properly grounded Chapter 2 Hardware Setup Cable Connection Installati
16. Implements the customized mode as set in the EDID system settings See Customized EDID Settings page 64 Note Each command string can be separated with a space The following table lists the available EDID commands Command Control Enter Description edid port1 Enter The EDID from Port 1 is passed to the video source edid remix Enter The VM6404H implements the EDID of each connected display according to its connection when it is first powered on or immediately after selecting the Remix option edid default Enter ATEN s default EDID is passed to the video source edit custom Enter Implements the customized mode 78 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 001 on enter The following tables show the possible values for the Mute command Command Description mute Mute command Output Command Description Output command Port number Description yy 01 04 port default is 01 All output ports Control Description on Mute on audio from HDMI output port is disabled off Mute off audio output enabled default Note 1 Each command string can be separated wit
17. KCC Statement TA Ale SB Ace 7 7 S478 PS 7 9 NNE ATS A F AAA 17 7 s Bho A EE ARB APE 9 8 7 912 AANA A SHE AS BA ow act RoHS This product is RoHS compliant ce VM6404H User Manual Safety This product has been classified as Information Technology Equipment SJ T 11364 2006 The following contains information that relates to China ASARRE DE Ls x ZANE ZR AM O O HARB O 5 O RRASA E S EEST 1 aie O BRASAS MREDEH RENE 11363 20068 RE EKo X ACRES SEG P EI EBERT 7 ERIS e tHsJ T 11363 20068 RBH VM6404H 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 1 488 999 ATEN ext 4988 United Kingdom 44 8 4481 58923 User Notice All information documentation and specifications contained in this manual are subject to change without prior notification by the manufacturer The manufacturer makes no representations or warranties either expressed or implied with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties as to merchantability or fitness for any particular purp
18. LCD Menu Organization The VM6404H 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 4 User can cycle through the menu options starting from IP Setting page in the order shown in the table below Menu Page Sub Menu Page s IP Setting IP Address Subnet Mask Gateway Serial Port Setting Baud Rate 9600 19200 38400 115200 Operation Mode EDID Default Port1 Remix Customized CEC On NA OSD On NA Output Status On NA Security Mode Password Enable Disable Change Password Old Password New Password Save to a Profile Save to a Profile No In 01 04 Out 05 08 Play Stop the Profile Schedule Note The highlighted values are the default settings of the VM6404H Menu Pushbutton Press the MENU pushbutton to switch between the Main Screen and LCD Menu page When the Menu is active the MENU pushbutton s built in LED lights up Setting 0000 ATEN 2 Serial Port Setting OOOO LJ 0 From the Menu page Press 1 to go to the IP Setting page see IP Setting page 20 Press 2 to go to the Serial Port Setting page see Serial Port Setting page 21 Press V to go to the next page s for the sub menu pages 19 VM6404H User Manual Press Menu to return to the Main Screen IP Setting The IP Setting page displays the VM6404H s IP con
19. Source menu to set the video options see Select Source below The large number is the Video Input port selected for the display The small number upper left corner is the Output port of the display Mute Video Click the speaker icon to mute the audio on off Click the video icon to turn the video off on Select Source Select Source Output 12 Video Input 1 Fit Width of Output s Fit Height of Output s Scale to Whole Output s For output resolution Option Description Select Source The Select Source menu appears when you click an Output icon Output Displays the Outputs that are selected for the configuration change Video Input Use the drop down menu to select the Video Input Click Save or Save as to save the changes 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 42 Chapter 4 Browser Operation Traditional View The Traditional View allows you to select the Input to Output connections using a simple grid Output Port E P mg Input Port l 07 02 03 04 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 The column will turn dark grey Checka
20. User Manual Function VM6404H Environme Operating Temp 0 50 C nt Storage Temp 20 60 C Humidity 0 80 RH Non Condensing Physical Housing Metal Properties Weight 5 02 kg Dimensions L x W x H 43 24 x 35 23 x 4 40 cm 94 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 The direct vendor also reserves the right to revise or update the device or documentation without obligation to notify any individual or entity of such revisions or update For further inquiries please contact your direct vendor 95
21. 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 HDCP Configuration Connection Path Input Output Por Apply to All Connection Port Apply to All 1 Non HDCP Content M Porti 1 Fix HOCP NonHOCP 2 NonHDCP Content Pot2 Fix HOCP Non HDCP Non HDCP Content Port3 Fix HOCP Non HDCP Port 4 Non HDCP Content Pong Fix HOCP Non HDCP Save Input Here users can define whether port content is HDCP 2 2 HDCP 1 4 or non HDCP enabled either individually or by applying one setting to all ports HDCP Configuration Connection Path Input Output Port Apply to Connection Port Apply to All Porti 1 4 Content M Port 1 Fix HDCP Non HDCP Port2 1 4 Content M Port 2 Fix HDCP Non HDCP Portt3 HDCP 14 Content H Port 3 Fix HDCP Non HDCP Porta HOCP 22 Content Z C Fix HOCP NomHDCP Connection Here users can find a visual display of connection paths between inputs and outputs When selecting an input its path is displayed in green Output Here users can define whether or not HDCP settings are fixed either by individual port or by applying one setting to all ports By prearranging and fixing keys this setting ensures that Seamless Switching is possible even when switching between HDCP and non HDCP enabled devices
22. page press pushbutton 1 a OOOO OF OO Continues on next page 22 Chapter 3 Front Panel Configuration 2 Press pushbuttons 1 4 to make your selection 1 Port 1 3 Remix ATEN 2 Default In use 4 Customized EDID Mode options are EDID Option Description 1 Port1 The EDID from port1 is passed to all video sources 2 Default The default EDID is passed to all video sources 3 Remix Uses the EDID of each connected display according to its connection when the VM6404H is first powered on or immediately after pressing 3 to select the Remix option 4 Customized Automatically retrieves and saves the EDID settings of a connected monitor display device to an input source port This can be configured using the Browser GUI See Customized EDID Settings page 64 3 Press Menu to return to the Menu page 4 Press Cancel to go back a level return to the initial screen or exit CEC To configure the CEC setting do the following 1 From the Operation Mode page press pushbutton 2 1 EDID Mode RI 2 Press pushbuttons 1 4 to enable ON or disable NA the CEC feature for the output port If the port does not support CEC an NA is shown OUTPUT 1 2 3 4 OOOO OO NA ON ON NA LILILILI oOo Note The default CEC setting is NA 3 Press Menu to return to the Menu page 4 Press Cancel to go back a level return to the in
23. provides full access and control of the VM6404H in addition to full User Management privileges Advanced User this level provides full access and control with no User Management privileges Basic User this level only provides basic functions connections and open profiles 57 VM6404H User Manual Port Name The Port Name page lets you name the input and output ports for easy identification Output Port Input Port Porti 01 jklh kil Porti 01 Port In 1 Port2 02 Port Out 2 Port2 02 Port In 2 Por3 03 Port Out 3 Por3 03 Port In 3 Por 04 Port Out 4 4 04 Port In 4 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 Language characters available include English French German Italian Japanese Korean Portuguese Russian Spanish Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese To change an Input Output port s name enter another value and click Save Input and Output port names can be the same Press Cancel to go back a level return to the initial screen or exit 58 Chapter 4 Browser Operation Network The Network page lets you configure the IP settings website timeout and Telnet settings for connecting to the VM6404H DHCP Enable Disable IP Address Subnet Mask Default Gateway Website Timeout N A MAC Address 00 10 74 B3 00 06 Telnet e Enable Disable Sav
24. the VM6404H selects the optimum EDID settings for smooth power up and the highest quality display It also features a high performing scaling engine that converts the video resolution into the display s native resolution to give you the best image quality in multiple resolutions up to 4K You can easily configure the VM6404H via the front panel LCD display and pushbuttons and through the use of an IR Remote Control The LCD provides a quick view of all port connections and lets operators access the unit s built in configuration utility Furthermore the VM6404H allows convenient configuration and operation via an intuitive Graphical User Interface GUI using any web browser The web GUI provides you with advanced features which include easy setup of custom Video Wall and Digital Signage configurations that can be saved and recalled Because your VM6404H can be controlled over a standard TCP IP connection it conveniently integrates into any existing network for easy remote access For complete system and install integration serial control is standard through the VM6404H s built in RS 232 port that allows the switch to be controlled through a high end controller or PC The VM6404H is an ideal solution for applications that require HDMI outputs from multiple sources to be conveniently delivered to multiple destinations such as for stage presentations competitions control centers and system installations that require real time reports
25. Audio Data Speaker Allocation Vendor Specific Data Detail Timing Display Description 1 Detail Timing Display Description 2 Retrieve EDID Save Pixel Clock MHz 25 17 Stereo Display Interlaced Non interlaced Stereo Mode none Sync type Digital Separate Positive Vsync Polarity no Positive Hsync Polarity no Resolution Detail fT image Size mm mm BlankingTime pixe lines lines Sync Width Border pixe ines In the drop down menu choose a resolution with values that fit the attached monitor display device and click Save 65 VM6404H 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 EDID Mode EDID amp CEA Description Retrieve EDID Save EDID Minutes Max ATEN Default Vendor Product Identification Horizontal Scan Range 15 102 Port Mode EDID Structure Revision Vertical Scan Range 23 121 Remix Basic Display Feature Pixel Clock Rate 5 Mz 80 10 2550 Customized Color Characteristics Established Timings Standard Timings Detail Timing Display Description 1 Detail Timing Display Description 2 Monitor Description ENENENEBDO Port EDID Status 0 Oo 0 wn Port 2 Customized CEA Port 3 Customized 1 Display Support 2 Video Dat
26. Back to Profile List to return to the Main page 52 Chapter 4 Browser Operation General The General page has three sections Temperature amp Fan Status OSD CEC and Other Temperature amp Fan Status 33 Temperature amp Fan Status This section displays the VM6404H s temperature and two fans statuses Note Ifthe fans have stopped working or are switched off they will appear as follows OSD RR OSD CEC Apply to All Apply to All X Porti OFF Port2 on OFF Port3 on OFF Port4 on OFF OSD Sets the default OSD option for the port When OSD is on real time text updates appear on the display for 10 seconds when configuration and port changes are made to the output Use the drop down menu to apply options to all ports or ON OFF button to enable disable the OSD for a port CEC Consumer Electronics Control CEC allows interconnected HDMI devices to communicate and respond to one remote control Use the drop down menu to apply options to all ports or On Off button to enable disable CEC for a port Click Save to save the settings Other Usethe Language drop down menu to select a preferred user interface language 53 VM6404H 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 po
27. Input 03 and 04 Add Display Layouts to create separate video walls see Video Wall Options page 44 49 VM6404H User Manual Output Options The Output Options page is used to configure HDMI Video options Settings Lt Hi administrator Output Option HDMI Video Options HDMI Video Options allow you to set Seamless Switch options which determine how a display performs when the input port is changed Port Seamless Switch Transition Period Scale Resolution Apply to All Apply to All Apply to All v 1 OFF 1280x720 60HZ 720 v 2 OFF 1280x720 60HZ 720 v Port3 OFF v 1280x720 60HZ 720 v Port4 OFF 1280x720 60HZ 720 v The Seamless Switch function cannot be tumed off from the video wall editor The Transition Period and Scale Resolution apply only when Seamless Switching is on Seamless Switch Turning Seamless Switch on removes the video distortion and delay seen when an input port is switched Use the drop down menu to apply to all ports or the ON OFF button to enable disable Seamless Switching per port Transition Allows you to fade the video display when the input port is changed Use the period option to set the fade speed Use the drop down menu to apply to all ports or ON OFF button to enable disable Transitions per port Period Sets the fade speed for the Transition option Use the drop down menu to apply an option
28. O 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 48 menu select the Video Input Drop down Use the drop down menu to select the Output port Menu Mute Video Click the speaker icon to mute the audio on off Click the video icon to turn the video off on Grouping B B B Click multiple icons to Group Outputs highlighted in green and click to group the displays into one screen Use the Display Preferences menu to select the Video Input for the group each Output icon in the Group will appear with the same Video Input number and icon color see Group page 48 Note Before grouping you must set the Output port for each icon Option Description Grouping Ungroup Select a group and click to ungroup the displays 47 VM6404H User Manual Group o 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 Select a Group and use the Display Preferences menu to select the Video Input To group
29. Slow Normal or Fast to all ports or lower drop down menus to apply options per port Scale Resolution Forces the port to scale the video displayed to the selected resolution 50 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 settings Click Save as to save the settings as a different profile number 51 VM6404H User Manual System Settings Click the Settings link from the Main page for the System Settings to open on the General page WTEN VM6404H 4X4 4K HDMI Matrix Switch with Scaler General User Account Port Name Network EDD Firmware HDCP Temperature amp Fan Status 2 9 33 OsD CEC 050 Port Apply to All Apply to All Porti ON OFF Port on OFF Porti on OFF Ports ov OFF Other Language English Baud Rate 115200 v The General page allows you to edit Baud language OSD settings and view Temperature and Fan information The User Account page allows you to add and edit user accounts The Port Name page allows you to name each input and output port The Network page allows configuration of the network settings The EDID page is used to set the EDID modes The Firmware page is for upgrading the device s firmware The HDCP page is used for configuring HDCP connections Click
30. a Port 4 Customized Audio Data Enter the values that correspond to your device and click Save to apply the changes 66 Chapter 4 Browser Operation CEA Settings CEA is an extension data of the EDID structure which further extends the standard definitions of EDID to support advanced features of monitors display devices Display Support This screen describes the display s basic digital components EDID Mode ATEN Default Port1 Mode Remix Customized Port EDID Status Port 2 Customized Port 3 Customized Port 4 Customized EDID amp CEA Description ReieeEDD EDID 1 Vendor Product Identification Revision 0x03 2 EDID Structure Revision Underscan no 3 Basic Display Feature Basic Audio yes 4 Color Characteristics 5 Established Timings V YCbCr422 6 Standard Timings 7 Detail Timing Display Description 1 8 Detail Timing Display Description 2 9 Monitor Description 10 Monitor Description CEA 1 Display Support 2 Video Data 3 Audio Data Select the YCbCr mode applicable to your display and click Save 67 VM6404H User Manual Video Data This screen lists additional video resolution timing displays that may be supported by other devices other than PC monitors for example 10801 EDID Mode ATEN Default Port1 Mode Remix Customized Port EDID Status Port 2 Customized Port 3 Customized Port 4 Customized EDID amp CEA Descr
31. a space 76 Chapter 5 RS 232 Commands 3 The Port Number can be skipped and the default value will be used The following table lists the available Switch Port commands Input Input Output Output LE Command Command para command impart Control Description Sw i xx yy Switch Input Port xx to Output Port yy xx 01 04 yy 01 04 sw Turn on Output Port off Turn off Output Port yy yy 01 04 sw Switch Output port yy to next Output port Switch Output port yy to previous Output port yy 01 04 77 VM6404H User Manual EDID Mode Command Extended Display Identification Data EDID is a data that contains a display s basic information and is used to communicate with the video source The formula for the EDID command is as follows Command Control Enter 1 For example to use the Port EDID mode type edid port1 enter The following tables show the possible values for the EDID command Command Description edid EDID Mode command Control Description port1 Implement the EDID of the connected display to Port 1 and pass it to the video source remix Implement the EDID of each connected display according to its connection when the VM6404H is first powered on or immediately after selecting the Remix option default Implements ATEN s default EDID default custom
32. and Output N Control Enter Description umber scaling o yy off Enter Turn off scaling for port 5 yy by pass mode yy 01 04 or scaling native Enter Enable display s native resolution for scaling on output port yy default yy 01 04 or scaling o yy 1080p Enter Scale output port yy to t 1920x1080 60Hz yy 01 04 or scaling o yy 720p Enter Scale output port yy to P 1280x720 50Hz yy 01 04 or scaling o yy 1920 Enter Scale output port yy to 1920x1200 60Hz yy 01 04 or scaling o yy 1600 Enter Scale output port yy to n 1600x1200 60Hz yy 01 04 or scaling o yy 1400 Enter Scale output port yy to1400x1050 60Hz yy 01 04 or scaling o yy 1280 Enter Scale output port yy to P 1280x1024 60Hz yy 01 04 or scaling o yy 1024 Enter Scale output port yy to ig 1024x768 60Hz yy 01 04 or 82 Chapter 5 RS 232 Commands 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 The formula for the Echo command is as follows Command Control Enter 1 For example to enable the echo feature type echo on Enter The following tables show the possible values for the Echo command Command Description echo Echo command Control Description
33. chorded they appear together in the same bracket with a plus sign between them Ctrl Alt Numbered lists represent procedures with sequential steps Bullet lists provide information but do not involve sequential steps Indicates selecting the option on a menu or dialog box for example that comes next For example Start Run means to open the Start menu and then select Run Indicates critical information 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 North America http www aten usa com xi VM6404H User Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank xii Chapter 1 Introduction Overview The ATEN VanCryst VM6404H 4 x 4 4K HDMI Matrix Switch with Scaler is a versatile solution that provides an easy way to route high definition video and audio from any of 4 HDMI sources to any of 4 HDMI displays at the same time As a Matrix Switch each input can be independently connected to any or all outputs giving you the ultimate in flexibility and control in any multi display audio video installation The VM6404H features Seamless Switching which employs FPGA matrix system architecture to seamlessly switch between multiple sources and multiple displays With EDID Expert technology
34. ct options and confirm operations Use the INPUT OUTPUT 1 4 pushbuttons to select the Input Output port These pushbuttons may also correspond to menu options connection profiles and so on The VM6404H provides Prev Next pushbuttons to navigate the menus VM6404H User Manual Enter Password Upon VM6404H startup check the front panel LCD to view the loading progress If the Password screen LCD Menu fails to load an error message displays Reset the unit and try again If you are accessing the VM6404H 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 15 Enter Password O O O LI O L AIEN Incorrect Password L1 L1 L1 Additionally the Password Screen appears if the VM6404H has been configured to require a password for Front Panel operation see Security Mode page 26 To enter a password do the following 1 In the Enter Password field check that the cursor is at the first asterisk and flashing 2 Use the front panel Input Port pushbuttons 1 4 to enter the 4 digit password After the fourth digit has been entered correctly the Main Screen displays 3 Press Cancel to clear the password The digits revert to 4 asterisks and the cursor goes back to the first asterisk Note 1 The VM6404H password can be any four di
35. e Cancel Enable DHCP to allow the DHCP server to assign an IP address to the VM6404H Select Disable to enter your own static IP address settings for the device Click Cancel to use the following default values IP Address 192 168 0 60 Subnet Mask 255 255 255 0 Default Gateway 192 168 0 1 Website Timeout 5 minutes Telnet Enabled Enter the values then click Save Changes may take a few seconds and after refreshing the page automatically redirects you to the IP address specified This option controls how long an inactive web connection stays logged into the VM6404H Use N A to disable this option Other options include 5 10 30 and 60 minutes Any changes will take effect immediately 59 VM6404H User Manual EDID The EDID Settings page lets users view and select an EDID Mode so that the VM6404H can use the best resolution for its display s EDID Mode EDID amp CEA Description EDID ATEN Default 1 Vendor Product identification Port Mode 2 EDIO SructureRevision Remix 3 Basic Disptay Feature Customized 4 Color Characteristics 5 Established Timings Standard Timings Detail Timing Display Description 1 Detail Timing Display Description 2 e Port EDID Status Monitor Descnpton 10 Monmor Description Port 2 Remix CEA Port 3 Remix 1 Display Support 2 Video Data Port 4 Remix 3 Aud Data 4 Speaker Allocation 5 Vendor Specific Data Detail Timing Displa
36. e RR es er 57 gerere RIS ole Selb Ue d s 58 Networks uere te vem pes 59 lA Side ER redu Saas eese enu cuero e 60 EDID Mode eno 61 sc ese See ERR RE IER 62 EDID amp CEA Description 63 Customized EDID 64 CEA Se ttingS essen PL gee ae ee ee pede e eet 67 Video ieee oi a ee a eee es ELE 68 FI Ware Rt RE EI to See Re E 70 HDCP rieri vi eee heheheh et Obed ee eee Due Eus 71 Telnet Operations oer Howdy phot mpeg vo erede 72 Configuration 72 1 H Call up the command list for 72 2 GT Set gateway 73 3 IM Set IP subnet 73 4 IP 1 73 5 LO Load connections from profile 73 6 PW Change 73 7 RI Read what input is connected to nn output 73 8 RO Read what output is connected to nn input 73 9 SB Set serial port baud 74 10 SS Switch input to specified 74 11 SV Save the current connections into a profile 74 12
37. e 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 Always load the rack from the bottom up and load the heaviest item in the rack first Make sure that the rack is level and stable before extending a device from the rack Do not overload the AC supply branch circuit that provides power to the rack The total rack load should not exceed 80 percent of the branch circuit rating Make sure that all equipment used on the rack including power strips and other electrical connectors is properly grounded Ensure that proper airflow is provided to devices in the rack Ensure that the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment does not exceed the maximum ambient temperature specified for the equipment by the manufacturer Do not step on or stand on any device when servicing other devices in a rack 91 VM6404H 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 Upda
38. ed to the said Input port light s up steady In the example below pressing Input port 1 shows it is tied to Output ports 1 and 2 Continues on next page VM6404H 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 1 EN BB 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 In the example below pressing Input port 2 shows it is tied to Output ports 3 and 4 To connect Output port 2 to Input port 2 press the Output port 2 pushbutton The Output port 2 LED flashes 0 5 sec on 0 2 sec off Asa result Input port 2 is now connected to Output ports 2 3 and 4 Once the signal from the selected Input port is successfully tied to the Output port the LEDs turn off and the LCD information is updated Note 1 Pressing an Input port a second time deselects it 2 Input ports that are not configured or tied to any output port shows NA in the LCD screen 3 Pressing the Cancel pushbutton once stops the Input Port Selection operation and the LCD displays the active setting Pressing the Cancel pushbutton again turns all LEDs off 4 After 10 seconds of inactivity all the LEDs turn off Chapter 3 Front Panel Configuration Output Port Se
39. elect which input source port you want to store the EDID configuration 01 08 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 Select a port to retrieve Customized Customized EDID 01 M ok Cancel Theright panel displays a summary of the acquired EDID settings that you can edit Click Save and select the configuration for the Current or All Ports for the duration of the session Save Save changes to the current port or all ports Current All Ports Cancel 62 Chapter 4 Browser Operation EDID amp CEA Description The right panel of the screen lets users view the configuration of the EDID and CEA Modes selected EDID Mode EDID amp CEA Description Retrieve EDID EDID ATEN Default Vendor Product Identification Model ID 0x0001 Port1 Mode EDID Structure Revision Manufacturer ID ATN Remix Basic Display Feature Serial Number 0x00000000 Color Characteristics Manufacture Date 2014 Week 23 E l Timi Peet ee Week of Manufacture 23 Year of Manufacture 2014 Customized Standard Timings Detail Timing Display Description 1 Port EDID Status Detail Timing Display Description 2 Port 2 Customized CEA amp QN Monitor Description 10 Monitor Description Display Support Video Data Audio Data Speaker Allocation Ve
40. en or exit 25 VM6404H User Manual Security Mode The Security Mode page allows users to manage the VM6404H s password related settings the Password page configures the VM6404H to require a password for local operation after the LCD display times out or is powered off on the Change Password option allows users to set a new password for the VM6404H To configure the VM6404H s password settings from the Main Screen use the Menu pushbutton to access the Menu page press 4 to navigate to the next pages then press pushbutton 2 to access the Security Mode page Operation Mode Security Mode Password 1 To set the VM6404H to require a password for local operation press pushbutton 1 0000 ao OOOO OO 2 require a password after the LCD display times out or is powered off on press pushbutton 1 Otherwise press pushbutton 2 jn s un Note If Password is Enabled the LCD display s default time out is 5 minutes 3 Press Menu to return to the Menu page 4 Press Cancel to go back a level return to the initial screen or exit 26 Chapter 3 Front Panel Configuration Change Password 1 To change the password for accessing the unit press pushbutton 2 Password Disable 2 Change Password 2 Inthe Old Password field the cursor flashes at the first digit Enter the old password see Enter Password page 14 If the old password is ente
41. figuration The values in the LCD Menu are read only and can be edited via the Browser GUI Network page 59 IP Address Subnet Mask To view the VM6404H 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 IP Address 192 168 0 60 ATEN Subnet Mask 255 255 255 0 Note The VM6404H s default IP address is 192 168 0 60 The default Subnet Mask is 255 255 255 0 2 Press W to go to the next page 3 Press Menu to return to the Menu page 4 Press Cancel to return to go back a level return to the initial screen or exit Gateway To view the VM6404H s gateway address do the following 1 From the Menu page press 1 to see the IP Setting submenu then press V to get to the next page The gateway address displays ATEN catena 1921680 E BB Note The default Gateway is 192 168 0 1 2 Press A to go to the previous page 3 Press Menu to return to the Menu page 4 Press Cancel to go back a level return to the initial screen or exit 20 Chapter 3 Front Panel Configuration Serial Port Setting To configure the VM6404H s baud rate for its serial port connection select Serial Port Setting from the Menu page 1 IP Setting REM 2 Serial Port Setting Baud Rate To set the VM6404H s baud rate do the following 1 Select Baud Rate Setting from the Ser
42. g 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 Control Enter 1 For example to turn scaling off for output port 02 type scaling 002 off Enter 2 To set the scaling for output port 04 to 1920x1080 60Hz type scaling 004 1080p Enter 3 To set the scaling for all output ports to the connected display s native resolution type scaling o native Enter The following tables show the possible values for the Scaling command Command Description scaling Scaling command Output Command Description Output command Port Number Description yy 01 04 port All output ports Control Description off Turn off the scaling function by pass mode native Map display s native resolution for scaling default 1080p Scale to 1920x1080 60Hz 720p Scale to 1280x720 50Hz 1920 Scale to 1920x1200 60Hz 1600 Scale to 1600x1200 60Hz 1400 Scale to 1400x1050 60Hz 1280 Scale to 1280x1024 60Hz 1024 Scale to 1024x768 60Hz 81 VM6404H User Manual Note 1 Each command string can be separated with a space 2 The Port Number command string can be skipped and the default value will be used The following table lists the available Scaling commands Comm
43. git combination between 1111 to 4444 The default password is 1234 2 If you enter an incorrect password the cursor goes back to the first digit and reverts to flashing The Incorrect Password message displays at the bottom of the screen but clears as soon as a new password is entered 3 If Password option is Enabled see Security Mode page 26 the LCD display time out is 5 minutes by default 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 4 at the bottom row 3 OOO n 0000 INPUT m OUTPUT NON The front panel pushbutton label 1 4 corresponds to the Input ports and Output ports on the unit s rear panel Use the Menu pushbutton to view the LCD Menu see LCD Menu Organization page 19 Use the Profile pushbutton to switch between profile connections see Profile List page 35 Port Switching From the Main Screen users can configure the Input to Output port connections to associate an Input source device to an Output display Input Port Selection Use the Input Port pushbuttons to select the Input port you want to configure Lim oo 0000 ug INPUT OUTPUT NON ww ATEN To select which input source displays on each output port do the following 1 Press any Input port pushbutton 1 4 The Output port LED s ti
44. h a space 2 Skip the output port command to mute or enable the audio of all output ports The following table lists the available Mute commands Command pupul Control Enter Description mute yy on Enter Audio on for output port yy 5 yy 01 04 mute yy off Enter Audio off for output port yy bi default yy 01 04 79 VM6404H User Manual CEC Command Consumer Electronics Control CEC allows interconnected HDMI devices to communicate and respond to the same remote control The formula for the CEC command is as follows Command Output Number Control Enter 1 For example to enable the CEC function on output port 1 type cec 001 on enter The following tables show the possible values for the CEC command Command Description cec CEC command Output Command Description Output command Port number Description yy 01 04 port default is 01 All output ports Control Description off Disable CEC default on Enable CEC Note Each command string can be separated with a space The following table lists the available CEC commands Command Control Enter Description cec yy off Enter CEC off for output port yy default yy 01 04 cec yy on Enter on for output port yy i 01 04 80 Chapter 5 RS 232 Commands Scalin
45. hbutton to exit Note If there are no profiles configured on the VM6404H device an error message No Profile List defined Profile List can be edited via the Web GUT is displayed when the Profile pushbutton is pressed A Profile s port connections can be edited using the front panel pushbuttons see Port Switching page 15 or from the Connections page of the Browser GUI see Connection Profiles page 41 Additionally the Profile List can be configured via the Profile page of the Browser GUI see Profile List page 35 30 Chapter 3 Front Panel Configuration IR Remote Control Operation The IR remote control IR Remote Control page 7 included with the VM6404H can be used to change the Input source of any Output display power on off individual Output displays or power on off all Output displays simultaneously Before using the remote control a user must first plug the IR External Receiver into the rear panel of the VM6404H and place the receiver where the IR signal can be reached see JR Port page 6 Change the Input source of an Output display To change the Input source of an Output display using the remote control do the following 1 Press the Output port number 1 4 you want to change 2 Within 2 seconds press the Input port number 1 4 you want the Output port to display 3 Repeat steps 1 2 to change additional ports For the change to occur the Input number must be pressed within
46. he VM6404H 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 or by a RS 232 serial controller The local front panel operation is discussed in this chapter Web GUI Operation is discussed in Chapter 4 and RS 232 serial control is discussed in Chapter 5 Front Panel Pushbuttons The front panel features an LCD display and pushbuttons for convenient operation locally This allows users to perform operations such as selecting which source shows on which display viewing the IP settings configuring the serial port setting the EDID Mode CEC OSD Output Status selecting security settings and loading saving profiles Note the following front panel pushbutton functions Use the MENU pushbutton to access the Menu page options IP Setting Serial Port Setting Operation Mode Security Mode and Save to a Profile see LCD Menu Organization page 19 Use the PROFILE pushbutton to switch between the connection profiles which have been added to the Profile List see Profile List page 35 Pressing this pushbutton for longer than 3 seconds displays the Save to a Profile page see Save to a Profile page 28 Use the CANCEL pushbutton to go back to a previous page return to the Main Screen stop or exit an operation Use the ENTER pushbutton to sele
47. he cables from your HDMI source devices plug into these ports 5 HDMI Output Ports The cables from your HDMI display devices plug into these ports 6 IR Port Connect the IR Receiver unit included with your product via this 3 5 mm Mini Stereo Jack 7 RS 232 Serial Port Connect a computer or high end system controller via this serial port 8 Ethernet Port In order to access the VM6404H s Browser Graphical User Interface GUI the VM6404H must be connected to your network The cable that connects the VM6404H to your LAN plugs in here See Cable Connection page 11 for further details Chapter 1 Introduction IR Remote Control 1 2 3 No Component Description 1 Power ON OFF Use the ON and OFF pushbuttons to turn the Output displays on or off by individual port or all ports see IR Remote Control Operation page 31 2 Output Pushbuttons Press Output display pushbuttons 1 8 to select the 1 8 Output display you want to configure see R Remote Control Operation page 31 3 Input Pushbuttons Press Input source pushbuttons 1 8 to select the 1 8 Input source you want to display on a selected output see IR Remote Control Operation page 31 Note The VM6404H s IR remote control only supports use the 1 4 Input and 1 4 Output pushbuttons VM6404H User Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank Chapter 2 Hardware Setup device is provided on page
48. ial Port Setting submenu by pressing 1 a OOOO OF OO 2 Press pushbuttons 1 4 to make your selection 1 9600 3 38400 IH O OO O OO ATEN 2 19200 In use 4 115200 oO oO oO oO Baud Rate options are 1 9600 2 19200 3 38400 4 115200 Note The default baud rate is 19200 3 Press Menu to return to the Menu page 4 Press Cancel to go back a level return to the initial screen or exit 21 VM6404H User Manual Operation Mode The EDID Mode CEC OSD and Output Status features can be configured from the Operation Mode page EDID Extended Display Identification Data is used to have the VM6404H automatically apply a preset video configuration or EDID Mode which utilizes the best resolution across different monitors Consumer Electronics Control CEC allows interconnected HDMI devices to communicate and respond to one remote control The OSD when enabled for a port lets an attached display monitor show real time port switching information The Output Status shows whether the video audio of an Output port is turned on or off To configure the VM6404H s operation mode settings from the Main Screen use the Menu pushbutton to access the Menu page press V to navigate to the next page then press pushbutton 1 to access the Operation Mode page 2 Security Mode EDID Mode To configure the EDID Mode do the following 1 From the Operation Mode
49. iption EDID 1 Vendor Product Identification 2 EDID Structure Revision 3 Basic Display Feature 4 Color Characteristics 5 Established Timings Standard Timings Detail Timing Display Description 1 Detail Timing Display Description 2 Monitor Description 10 Monitor Description Display Support Video Data Audio Data Speaker Allocation Vendor Specific Data Detail Timing Display Description 1 Detail Timing Display Description 2 Detail Timing Display Description 3 Detail Timing Display Description 4 WH Retrieve EDID Save Native 1920 x 1080i 59 94 60Hz 16 9 M Resolution Multiple selection maximum 12 items 640 x 480p 59 94 60Hz 4 3 720 x 480p 59 94 60Hz 4 3 720 x 480p 59 94 60Hz 16 9 1280 x 720p 59 94 60Hz 16 9 1920 x 1080i 59 94 60Hz 16 9 720 1440 x 480i 59 94 60Hz 4 3 720 1440 x 480i 59 94 60Hz 16 720 1440 x 240p 2 59 94 60Hz 4 3 Data Block Size 10 YCBCR 4 2 0 Video Support 3840x2160p 50Hz 16 9 3840x2160p 59 94Hz 60Hz 16 9 4096x2160p 50Hz 256 135 4096x2160p 9 59 94Hz 60Hz 256 1 3840x2160p 50Hz 64 27 Select the native resolution of the attached display device Select the resolutions refresh rate and aspect ratio that work with the attached monitor display device You may also choose from supported YCBCR 4 2 0 alternative Click C
50. it you will be presented with the following options Y PROFILE SCHEDULING Startup Startup Startup Startup HEN NEM NE Em EE EE Esp Profile 6 Profile 6 Profile 1 Profile 7 Profile 03 Profile 03 Profile 01 Profile 07 1 Minutes 1 Hour s Repeat Repeat 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 Stamp Click a profile for a pop up menu to appear Select Startup to use the profile as the starting point for the schedule Click Replace to replace the selected profile with another profile Click Remove to delete the profile from the schedule Use to change the profile s position in the schedule Repeat v Use the drop down menu to select the duration Hours Minutes or Seconds and enter the amount of time for the profile to play After the time expires the schedule switches to the next profile Use Repeat to stop switching between schedules and stay on the currently selected profile If Repeat isn t used the schedule will loop back to the first profile If Repeat is used a specific number of hours minutes and seconds cannot be set and later profiles will not be played Save Click Save to save the schedule as it appears After saving the Profile Scheduling window will close When a Profile Schedule is playing the On Sequence box will appea
51. ite to download the most up to date version Copyright 2015 ATEN International Co Ltd Manual Date 2015 04 30 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 VM6404H User Manual Contents EMG Information 52s biel reds E E ERO eg ii ROHS ii Safety i cos aeter ear ve rusty dee anew e 6 een epic eee iii SJ T 11364 2006 ei ee REA un eR RR RIS e ES iii User Intormatlonc 5 oo che ake het he th es p rta iv Online iv Telephone iv User Notice erg ees cid ov GRE ted eid iv Package Contents trem V COnlenls Fa Sites Persa aote UC ap dob td dete vi About this x CONVENTIONS ice E o C RS CER Ce LITE QR RC oie A i xi Product Information ei ee e xi Chapter 1 Introduction i i MI 1 Features eee TR AR 2 3 Source Devices ost b OE ES EUN SL cp Bh one mete 3 Display Devices ctore ele Re eee eins 3 Cables bodies Ma Shatin ero rd o boa iA col Coa ch a
52. itial screen or exit 23 VM6404H User Manual 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 VM6404H s front panel IR remote control or Browser GUL To configure the OSD setting for each output port do the following 1 From the Operation Mode page press V to go to the next page then press pushbutton 1 1 05 Qutput Status ATEN 2 Press pushbuttons 1 4 to enable ON or disable NA the OSD feature for the output port OUTPUT 1 2 3 4 O OO ON ON ON NA LILILILI OO ATEN Note The default OSD setting is On 3 Press Menu to return to the Menu page 4 Press Cancel to go back a level return to the initial screen or exit 24 Chapter 3 Front Panel Configuration Output Status To configure the Output Status settings for each output port do the following 1 From the Operation Mode page press V to go to the next page then press pushbutton 2 OOOO mp OO NIEN 2 Output Status LI 2 Press pushbuttons 1 4 to enable ON disable NA the video audio of the output port TEN OUTPUT 1 2 3 4 Imm O OO eee Oooo 00 Note The default Output Status setting is On 3 Press Menu to return to the Menu page 4 Press Cancel to go back a level return to the initial scre
53. lear to deselect all the items Click Save to apply the changes 68 Chapter 4 Browser Operation Audio Data This screen lets you select advanced audio configurations for your device EDID Mode ATEN Default Port1 Mode Remix Customized Port EDID Status Port 2 Customized Port 3 Customized Port 4 Customized EDID amp CEA Description EDID Vendor Product Identification EDID Structure Revision Basic Display Feature Color Characteristics Established Timings Standard Timings Detail Timing Display Description 1 Detail Timing Display Description 2 Monitor Description 10 Monitor Description 1 Display Support 2 Video Data 3 Audio Data Retrieve EDID Save Audio Format 1 Linear PCM 2 channel Audio Format 2 Audio Format 3 Audio Format 4 Audio Format 5 Audio Format 6 Use the drop down menu to select the Audio Format 1 6 applicable to your audio output device and click Save to apply the changes Detail Timing Display Description This screen gives more video resolution options and provides resolution timing details in addition to those specified in the EDID structure EDID Mode ATEN Default Port1 Mode Remix Customized Port EDID Status Port 2 Customized Port 3 Customized Port 4 Customized EDID amp CEA Description EDID 1 Vendor Product Identification 2 EDID St
54. lection Use the Output Port pushbuttons to select the Output port you want to configure INPUT 1234 OO O OO OUTPUT 1234 o LILI 0 L1 ANTEN To select which output display corresponds to each input source device do the following 1 Press any Output port pushbutton 1 4 In the example below Output port 1 pushbutton has been pressed It is not tied to any Input port 2 Ifan Output port pushbutton is pressed a second time it is deselected and the LED turns off 3 To connect the selected Output port s to an Input port press the Input port pushbutton to which you want the Output port s tied The newly selected Input port LED flashes 0 5 sec on 0 2 sec off and the LCD information is updated In the example below pressing Input port 2 ties it to Output ports 2 3 and 4 VM6404H User Manual 4 To switch Output ports 2 3 and 4 to another Input port and disconnect it from Input port 2 press another Input port pushbutton to which you want it tied In the example below Input port 3 has been pressed and is now connected to Output ports 2 3 and 4 Note 1 Pressing an Output port a second time deselects it 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 Chapter 3 Front Panel Configuration
55. ls see the sections that follow Logging In To access the GUI type the VM6404H s IP address into the address bar of any browser If a Security Alert dialog box appears accept the certificate it can be trusted The login screen appears Username Password English X Login The default IP address is http 192 168 0 60 The default Username and Password are administrator password Enter the username and password then click Login The same user can not be logged in simultaneously Use the drop down menu to select the GUI language English French German Italian Japanese Korean Portuguese Russian Spanish Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese Note The username supports lower case letters only 33 VM6404H 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 WTEN VM6404H 4X4 4K HDMI Matrix Switch with Scaler PROFILE LIST On sequence EE EE Profile 1 Profile 2 Prot 01 Parts EE Profile1 d Profile 01 Profile 6 Profile 6 w Profile 03 gt PROFILE SCHEDULING Menu Bar Profile 3 Profile 03 Profile 7 _07 The Menu Bar consists of the Settings icon and Logout button Settings administrator Click Setti
56. n Output Port box to enable the video for that Output Port Click Save to save the profile Click Save as to save as a different profile number Output Options For instructions on the Output Options see Output Options page 50 43 VM6404H 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 profile 2 Profile 02 Layout 1 1 Number of Display 04 04 Select All Unselect All Horizontal 2 v Y Vertical 2 M Auto Fill 2 Bezel Dimension unit mm 0 a 2 Jz 0 Video Wall Options Click an icon to choose its Output and Video Input from the Display Preference menu see page 47 Click multiple icons to Group Outputs see Grouping page 47 and choose the Video Input from the Display Preference menu Use next to Display Layout _1 to create additional layouts under the same profile Click the PEN icon or name to edit the profile name Click Select All to select all outputs Click Unselect All to unselect all outputs Click Save to save the profile or Save as to save as a different profile number 44 Chapter 4 Browser Operation Number of Displays Bezel Dimensions 1 Number of Display 04 04 Horizo
57. ndor Specific Data Detail Timing Display Description 1 Detail Timing Display Description 2 Detail Timing Display Description 3 Port 3 Customized Port 4 Customized amp Detail Timing Display Description 4 Fromthe 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 When you highlight the menu items on the left column the right column displays the current settings for the corresponding EDID configuration Some of the screens are read only See Customized EDID Settings page 64 for more information on these two columns 63 VM6404H 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 The pages for the Customized EDID which can be edited are discussed in the proceeding sections Established Timings This page lists video resolutions timings that display devices can support EDID Mode EDID amp CEA Description RetieveEDD Save EDID 720x400 70HZ ATEN Default 1 Vendor Product Identification 720x400 88Hz Porti Mode 2 EDID Structure Revision Z 640x480 60Hz Remix 3 Basic Display Feature Z 640x480 67Hz rec 4 Color Characteri
58. ngs to enter the System Settings see page 52 Click the Logout button to log out of the GUI 34 Chapter 4 Browser Operation 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 VM6404H 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 Delete PROFILE LIST Ed Ed Ed qm px eps Low Gal ES Select a profile to play Profile 5 Profile 6 Profile 7 Profe Untitled Unbtied Unttied ed Adding Playing a Profile To configure a connection profile 1 From the Profile List click a Profile 2 Select the profile type ES KJ EA Digital Signage Video Wall JI EN Digital Signage Select this option for video that is displayed independently on separate monitors page 41 Video Wall Select this option for monitors that are displayed together tiled or as a large screen page 44 3 Configure the input to output connections for a Digital Signage page 41 or Video Wall page 44 profile 35 VM6404H User Manual 4 New profiles appear in the Profile List as shown here e nae Fa ES 2a Profile 1 Profile 2 Profile 3 Profile 4 Digital Signage New Life ATEN Digital Signage Untitled Select a profile to
59. nnector Cables 1 HDMI cable for each source device you will be connecting 1 HDMI cable for each display device you will be connecting Cat 5e cable RS 232 serial cable Note No cables are included in this package We strongly recommend that you purchase high quality cables of appropriate length since this will affect the quality of the audio and video display Contact your dealer to purchase the correct cable sets VM6404H User Manual Source Device Operating Systems Supported operating systems are shown in the table below 05 Version Windows 2000 and higher Linux RedHat 6 0 and higher SuSE 8 2 and higher Mandriva Mandrake 9 0 and higher UNIX AIX 4 3 and higher FreeBSD 3 51 and higher Sun Solaris 8 and higher Novell Netware 5 0 and higher Mac OS 9 and higher DOS 6 2 and higher Chapter 1 Introduction Components VM6404H Front View 1 2 4 5 mA i UE enum OOOO O OO C OOOO 00 3 No Component Description 1 LCD Display The LCD Display gives a quick view of all port connections and shows the various options for configuring and operating the VM6404H For full details see Main Screen page 15 2 Input Pushbuttons These pushbuttons refer to the HDMI Input ports found on the VM6404H rear panel Press to select the Input port These pushbuttons may also correspond to menu options connection profiles P1 P4
60. ntal 2 v Vertical 2 M Auto Fill 2 Bezel Dimension unit mm 0 0 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 Bezel Use the four boxes to increase decrease the frame size for each Dimension active display Monitor Click the monitor icon to Lock the 4 bezel settings so that when Lock Unlock one size is changed they all change Click the monitor icon to Unlock the 4 bezel settings so that each size be set independently 45 VM6404H User Manual Blank Output Q 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 48 Select a single icon to set the Output and Video Input for an independent display see Independent Output page 47 Select multiple icons and set the Video Input to group displays as one screen see Grouping page 47 You must first set the Output port for each icon Drop down Menu Use the drop down menu to select the Output port 46 Chapter 4 Browser Operation Independent Output O
61. ntering 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 and or values 75 VM6404H User Manual Switch Port Command The Switch Port command allows you to switch ports on the VM6404H The formula for the Switch command is as follows Command Input Number Output Number Control Enter 1 For example to switch input port 02 to output port 04 type sw i02 004 Enter 2 To switch output port 04 to the next port type sw 004 Enter 3 To turn off video output on port 03 type sw 003 off Enter The following tables show the possible values for the Switch Port command Command Description SW Switch command Input Command Description Input command Port number Description XX 01 04 port Output Command Description Output command Port number Description yy 01 04 port All output ports Control Description on Turn on the display off Turn off the display Next Port Previous Port 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 04 1 e 001 101 002 102 2 Each command string can be separated with
62. o use and click Apply The VM6404H uses the settings configured for that EDID mode Options are ATEN Default All ports EDID are the same as the hardware default EDID Port 1 Mode All ports EDID are the same as Portl s EDID Remix All ports EDID use the best display resolution Customized See Customized Mode see page 64 61 VM6404H User Manual Customized Mode Use the Customized Mode to automatically retrieve and save the EDID settings of a connected monitor display device to an input source port EDID Mode EDID amp CEA Description Retrieve EDID EDID ATEN Default 1 Vendor Product Identification Model ID 0x0001 Port1 Mode 2 EDID Structure Revision Manufacturer ID ATN 2 3 Basic Display Feature Serial Number 0x00000000 Customized 4 Color Characteristics Manufacture Date 2014 Week 23 5 Established Timin m w Week of Manufacture 23 6 Standard Timings 7 Detail Timing Display Description 1 Port EDID Status 8 Detail Timing Display Description 2 9 Monitor Description 10 Monitor Description hia Port 2 Customized CEA Display Support Video Data Audio Data Speaker Allocation Vendor Specific Data Detail Timing Display Description 1 Diatail Timina Piienlau Necerintinn 2 In the left most panel of the page select Customized from the EDID Mode section and click Apply Port 3 Customized Port 4 Customized Port EDID Status S
63. on of the VM6404H is simply a matter of connecting the appropriate cables Refer to the installation diagram on the following page the numbers in the diagram correspond to the steps below and do the following 1 A W N Use a grounding wire to ground the unit by connecting one end of the wire to the grounding terminal and the other end of the wire to a suitable grounded object Note Do not omit this step Proper grounding helps to prevent damage to the unit from surges or static electricity Connect up to 4 HDMI video sources to the HDMI Input ports Connect up to 4 HDMI display devices to the HDMI Output ports Connect the IR Receiver into the IR port Optional If using the Browser Operation features see Browser Operation page 33 plug a Cat Se cable from the LAN into the VM6404H s Ethernet port Optional If you are using the serial control function use an appropriate RS 232 serial cable to connect the computer or serial controller to the VM6404H s female RS 232 Serial port Plug the power cord supplied with the package into the VM6404H s 3 prong AC socket and then into an AC power source Power on the VM6404H and all devices in the installation VM6404H User Manual Installation Diagram TP mes e Chapter 3 Front Panel Configuration Overview T
64. ord ampere rating Make sure that the total of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes To help protect your system from sudden transient increases and decreases in electrical power use a surge suppressor line conditioner or un interruptible power supply UPS Position system cables and power cables carefully Be sure that nothing rests on any cables Never push objects of any kind into or through cabinet slots They may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts resulting in a risk of fire or electrical shock 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 Liquid has been spilled into the device The device has been exposed to rain or water The device has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged The device exhibits a distinct change in performance indicating a need for service The device does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed Only adjust those controls that are covered in the operating instructions Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage that will require extensive work by a qualified technician to repair 90 Appendix Rack Mounting Before working on the rack mak
65. ose Any of the manufacturer s software described in this manual is sold or licensed as is Should the programs prove defective following their purchase the buyer and not the manufacturer its distributor or its dealer assumes the entire cost of all necessary servicing repair and any incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect in the software The manufacturer of this system is not responsible for any radio and or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this device It is the responsibility of the user to correct such interference The manufacturer is not responsible for any damage incurred in the operation of this system if the correct operational voltage setting was not selected prior to operation PLEASE VERIFY THAT THE VOLTAGE SETTING IS CORRECT BEFORE USE VM6404H User Manual Package Contents The VM6404H package consists of VM6404H 4 x 44K HDMI Matrix Switch with Scaler 1 Power Cord 1 IR Remote Control 1 IR Receiver 1 Mounting Kit 1 User Instructions Check to make sure that all the components are present and that nothing got damaged in shipping If you encounter a problem contact your dealer Read this manual thoroughly and follow the installation and operation procedures carefully to prevent any damage to the unit and or any of the devices connected to it Features may have been added to the VM6404H since this manual was published Please visit our webs
66. outputs see Grouping page 47 Mute Video Click the speaker icon to mute the audio on off Click the video icon to turn the video off on Display Preferences Display Preference Output 2 Port Out 2 v Video Input 1 Port In 1 M Fit Width of Output s Fit Height of Output s Scale to Whole Output s Option Description Display Click Output icons for the Display Preferences menu to appear to Preferences select the Output and or Video Input port Output Use the drop down menu to select the Output port Independent and single Blank icons only If you select multiple displays the output ports selected will appear here You can use the output icon s drop down menu to change the output port for the display 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 Video Wall Example The example below shows a video wall with 4 displays Each Group and Independent Output has a unique color This video wall has 1 Group and 2 Independent displays The Group will show Video Input 01 across both displays as one large screen The Independent displays will show the video from their own Video
67. play E Profile 5 Profile 6 Profile 7 Profile 8 Holiday CM Video Wall Digital Signage Untitled 5 Select the profile and click Apply 6 The profile appears in the large Play window and the connections start PROFILE LIST Delete SES NES 285 a Profile 1 Profile 2 Profile 3 Profile 4 Digital Signage New Life ATEN Digtal Signage Untitled Profile 3 ATEN Digital Signage Profile 6 Profile 6 Profile 7 Profile 8 Hobday Video Wall Dogra Segnage Untitled Profile 9 Profile 10 Profile 11 Profile 12 Profile 13 Profile 14 Untitled Holiday CM Video Wall Dogal Signage Untitled Untitled Note More information about Profile List page options are provided on the next page 36 Chapter 4 Browser Operation Profile List Options Clicking a Profile or the Play window opens a pop up menu with options Profile Profile 1 Digital Signage 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 Play Window E showosp W mute au W Biank Al Profile1 Profile_03 Option Description Show OSD Check Show OSD to show hide current connection information that appears on the display Mute All Check Mute All to mute the audio for all
68. ports Blank All Check Blank All to turn off the video to all displays lt Click lt to go back to the previous profile in the sequence when Profile Scheduling is in use Only available with On Sequence gt Click gt to advance to the next profile in the sequence when Profile Scheduling is in use Only available with On Sequence 37 VM6404H 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 Remove Removes the profile from the Play window Edit Click Edit to configure the profile s input to output connections 38 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 Y PROFILE SCHEDULING PI E Startup Profile 1 Profile 1 Profile 3 Profile 5 Profile 6 Profile 03 Profile 03 Profile 03 Profile 05 Profile 03 10 10 10 Option Description Click to edit profile schedule Edit Click to play profile schedule Play Click to stop profile schedule Stop Click to change to next or previous profile 5 39 VM6404H User Manual After selecting Ed
69. r in the Play window Cancel Click Cancel to discard changes and return to the Profile Schedule page 40 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 in various arrangements 1 Digital Signage Video Wall Digital Signage Profile Each icon represents an output port and the connected display The large number is the Input port selected for the display The small number upper left corner is the Output port for the display Click the icons to select options profile 1 Profile 01 Selec Traditional View Ema Select Source Output 1 Pod Out 1 Video Input 1Potin n Select icons to choose the Video Input from the Select Source menu Click the PEN icon or name to edit the profile name Click Select AII to select all outputs Click Unselect All to unselect all outputs Click Save to save the profile or Save as to save as a different profile number Click Traditional View to use an alternate method for configuring connection profiles see page 43 41 VM6404H User Manual Output Icon Option Description Output Icon Click an Output icon s to highlight it in green and use the Select
70. red correctly you can proceed to the next step Too oo ncorrect Password L1 Li E Note If you entered an incorrect password an error message appears and the cursor goes back to the first digit flashing The Incorrect Password message clears as soon as a new digit is entered 3 Inthe New Password field the cursor flashes at the first digit Enter the new password using the front panel number pushbuttons 1111 4444 Mot OF OFF TEN C000 Oooo B oo 4 Re enter the new password in the following screen The new password is applied by the VM6404H immediately ATEN Re enter New Password Oooo 0 O OOOO m OO If the password you entered does not match the one entered in the previous screen an error message appears Enter the new password correctly 5 Press Menu to return to the Menu page 6 Press Cancel to go back a level return to the initial screen or exit 27 VM6404H User Manual Save to a Profile The switch allows users to store up to 8 numbered P1 P8 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 When a user loads a profile the change is immediate and the profile number is shown on the lower right corner of the LCD screen To save a profile once the desired port connections are set do the following 1
71. rt setting Options include 9600 19200 38400 and 115200 54 Chapter 4 Browser Operation User Account The User Account page lets you add edit or delete users and change the password for accessing the VM6404H s GUI Note This is an Administrator only function User Name Level Description administrator Administrator Defauit User user 1 Basic User User Account Add account Click the Add account button to add another user to the list The VM6404H supports up to 32 users at one time see page 56 for more details Edit Click the Edit button to change user information This option allows an Administrator to edit individual accounts Description 111111 111111 Ej Edt 12345 Edt administrator Administrator Default user Edit Rename the user set the password add a description and set the user s permission level see page 56 for more details Delete Click the Delete icon to remove a user and all user information attached to the account The Administrator account can not be deleted The default username and password are administrator password 55 VM6404H User Manual Add Account Use the Add Account Edit User window to name a user set the user s password add a description and set the user s permission level see Permission Level page 57 for accessing the VM6404H s GUI Username Password Confirm Password Please en
72. ructure Revision 3 Basic Display Feature 4 Color Characteristics 5 Established Timings 6 Standard Timings 7 Detail Timing Display Description 1 8 Detail Timing Display Description 2 9 Monitor Description 10 Monitor Description CEA 1 Display Support 2 Video Data 3 Audio Data _ RetrieveEDID Pixel Clock MHz 148 50 Stereo Display Interlaced Non interlaced Stereo Mode none Sync type Digital Separate Positive Vsync Polarity yes Positive Hsync Polarity yes Resolution Detail Image Size Active PXL pixel lines Blanking Time pixel lines Sync Offset pixel lines Sync Width pixel lines Border pixel lines In the Resolution drop down menu choose a resolution with values that fit the attached monitor display device and click Save 69 VM6404H User Manual Firmware The Firmware page lets users view information about the firmware version currently in use and upgrade it if needed This is an Administrator only function Device amp Slot Model Firmware Version Video Matrix VM6404H V0 0 001 Browse To upgrade the VM6404H s firmware do the following Use the Browse button to locate the firmware upgrade file Make sure you have the correct file saved on your PC 2 Click Upgrade to begin the upgrade procedure 70 Chapter 4 Browser Operation HDCP The HDCP page lets users view and set HDCP key settings
73. s must never be blocked or covered The device should never be placed on a soft surface bed sofa rug etc as this will block its ventilation openings Likewise the device should not be placed in a built in enclosure unless adequate ventilation has been provided Never spill liquid of any kind on the device Unplug the device from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning The device should be operated from the type of power source indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power available consult your dealer or local power company The device is designed for IT power distribution systems with 230V phase to phase voltage To prevent damage to your installation it is important that all devices are properly grounded The device 1s equipped with a 3 wire grounding type plug This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not attempt to defeat the purpose of the grounding type plug Always follow your local national wiring codes Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord or cables Route the power cord and cables so that they cannot be stepped on or tripped over 89 VM6404H 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 c
74. stics Z 640 480 72Hz 5 Established Timings Z 640 480 75Hz 6 Standard Timings Z 800x600 56Hz 7 Detail Timing Display Description 1 8 Detail Timing Display Description 2 ess Detail Timing Display Description Port EDID Status g Display n Z 800x600 Q 72Hz 9 Monitor Description 800x600 75Hz 10 Monitor Description 1 Customized 832x624 75Hz Apple Macintosh II 1024x768 87Hz interlaced 1024 768i Port 2 Customized CEA 1024x768 60Hz Sui Port 3 Customized 1024x768 70Hz 2 Video Data Port 4 Customized 3 Audio Data IRESATOS THE 280x102 2 4 Speaker Allocation 2x zi A 5 Vendor Specific Data 1152x870 75Hz Apple Macintosh II Detail Timing Display Description 1 Detail Timing Display Description 2 Detail Timing Display Description 3 Detail Timing Display Description 4 oon Select the resolution s you want to use for the attached monitor display device Click Clear to deselect all the items Click Select All to check all the items Click Save to apply the changes 64 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 EDID Mode ATEN Default Port1 Mode Remix Customized Port EDID Status Port 2 Customized Port 3 Customized Port 4 C
75. tae etd Meas EE EE ae a 21 Baud Rate siue eel ee Ere dee pex eese 21 Operation Mode Rb RURAL eds 22 reb ea ie REIP OE es bd 22 CEC he is a sese edo reto s Ene Pu Rae or ah 23 OSD Ls wert ae eens Lasoo de isale Maou cole 24 Output Stat s Seat wlan eae eed 25 Security seg ws het eus ee Die bene XI 26 Password ss hie Sieh ee eka tea 26 Change Password 27 Sav to a Profile e celos bi age ia 28 Play Stop the Profile Schedule 29 Profile 5 30 IR Remote Control 31 Change the Input source of an Output display 31 Power on off individual Output displays 31 Power on off all Output 32 Chapter 4 Browser Operation Oveni Win iet Reda pw ute ea tale eb DN 33 Logging Ini o ee Rue ete Shah ease Srl ea Ee EMEN 33 Main Page rui Remb pepe eee ee ee peser 34 Menu Bar RR EUR E RI RR Re teed 34 Protile list Eu ee eee N EIS EI EID NUS 35 Adding Playing a Profile 35 Profile List Options 0 37 Protile erbe Oe Be ele eae eee ra et n 37 Play WindOW
76. ter 5 16 characters without amp lt gt space Description Permission Level Administrator Connections Open Save Profiles Manage users Advance User Connections Open Save Profiles Basic User Connections Open Profiles Fill in a username or edit an existing one Enter a password and re type the password to confirm Note Usernames and passwords accept multi lingual characters and must be 5 16 alphanumeric characters excluding Passwords are case sensitive Usernames only support lower case letters Add or edit the description for the user Select the permission level that you want to grant the user see Permission Level page 57 Click Create User to save the data Click Cancel to discard the changes and exit Ifa user is logged into the VM6404H s GUI their user settings cannot be edited and the fields in this screen are grayed out 56 Chapter 4 Browser Operation Permission Level At the bottom of the New Edit User page is the permission section which is used to set a user s permission level Username Password Confirm Password Please enter 5 16 characters without amp lt gt space Description Permission Level Administrator Connections Open Save Profiles Manage users Advance User Connections Open Save Profiles Basic User Connections Open Profiles The three available permission levels are as follows Administrator this level
77. tes Telephone Support 1 488 999 ATEN ext 4988 When you contact us please have the following information ready beforehand Product model number serial number and date of purchase Your computer configuration including operating system revision level expansion cards and software Any error messages displayed at the time the error occurred The sequence of operations that led up to the error Any other information you feel may be of help 92 Appendix Specifications Function VM6404H Video Input Interface 4 x HDMI Type A Female Black Impedance 1000 Max Distance 1 8m Video Interface 4 x HDMI Type A Female Black Output Impedance 1000 Max Distance 15m Video Max Data Rate 10 2 Gbps 3 40 Gbps per lane Max Pixel Clock 340 MHz Compliance HDMI 3D Deep Color 4K HDCP 2 2 Compatible Consumer Electronics Control CEC Max Resolutions Up to 4K 60Hz 4 2 0 Max Distance Up to 15 m Control RS 232 Connector 1 x DB 9 Female Black Baud Rate 19200 Data Bits 8 Stop Bits 1 Parity No Flow Control No IR 1 x Mini Stereo Jack Female Black Ethernet Connector 1 x RJ 45 Female EDID EDID Mode Default Settings Customized EDID Wizard Support Power Connector 1 x 3 prong AC Socket I P Rating 100 240 VAC 50 60Hz 1 0A Consumption 120V 47 6W 230V 47 5W 93 VM6404H
78. tion about the device The formula for the Read command is as follows Command Enter 1 To view information about the device type read Enter The following table shows the possible values for the Read command Command Description read Read command Note Each command string can be separated with a space The following table lists the available Read commands Command Enter Description read Enter View information about the device Reset Command The Reset command allows you to reset the VM6404H 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 Command Description reset Reset command Note Each command string can be separated with a space The following table lists the available Reset commands Command Enter Description reset Enter Resets the device settings 85 VM6404H User Manual Baud Rate Command The Baud Rate command allows you to set the RS 232 data rate for the VM6404H to use Options are 9600 19200 default 38400 and 115200 The formula for the Baud Rate command is as follows Command Control Enter 1 For example to set 38400 as the baud rate type baud 38400 Enter The following tables show the possible values for the Baud Rate command
79. umber profile f yy save Enter Save the connections as profile yy yy 01 08 profile f yy load Enter Load profile yy li yy 01 08 87 VM6404H User Manual OSD Command To enable or disable the On Screen Display OSD using the following command Command Control Enter 1 For example to enable the OSD type osd on enter The following tables show the possible values for the OSD command Command Description osd Enable Disable the OSD Control Description on OSD is enabled default off OSD is disabled Note Each command string can be separated with a space The following table lists the available OSD commands Command Control Enter Description osd on Enter OSD on osd off Enter OSD off 88 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 Do not use the device near water Do not place the device near or over radiators or heat registers The device cabinet is provided with slots and openings to allow for adequate ventilation To ensure reliable operation and to protect against overheating these opening
80. ustomized EDID amp CEA Description EDID Vendor Product Identification EDID Structure Revision Basic Display Feature Color Characteristics Established Timings Standard Timings Detail Timing Display Description 1 Detail Timing Display Description 2 Monitor Description 10 Monitor Description CEA Display Support gt Video Data Audio Data Speaker Allocation Vendor Specific Data Detail Timing Display Description 1 Detail Timing Display Description 2 Detail Timing Display Description 3 Detail Timina Displav Description 4 Retrieve EDID Save Select H Active Pixel from the drop down menu Select the Aspect Ratio from the drop down menu Click Save to apply the changes Detail Timing Display Description This screen gives more video resolution options and provides resolution timing details EDID Mode ATEN Default Port Mode Remix Customized Port EDID Status Port 2 Customized Port 3 Customized Port 4 Customized EDID amp CEA Description EDID 1 2 3 4 5 6 i 8 9 Vendor Product Identification EDID Structure Revision Basic Display Feature Color Characteristics Established Timings Standard Timings Detail Timing Display Description 1 Detail Timing Display Description 2 Monitor Description 10 Monitor Description CEA PN WN Display Support Video Data
81. y Description 1 M Detail Timing Display Description 2 Model ID 0x0001 Manufacturer ID ATN Serial Number 0x00002758 Manufacture Date 2014 Week 23 Week of Manufacture 23 Year of Manufacture 2014 Note The EDID Mode can also be selected via the Front Panel pushbuttons see EDID Mode page 22 Extended Display Identification Data EDID is a data format that contains a display s basic information and is used to communicate with the video source system 60 Chapter 4 Browser Operation EDID Mode In the left panel of the page users can select a pre configured EDID Mode using the EDID Mode radio buttons ATEN Default Port Mode Remix Customized Port EDID Status Port 2 Remix Port 3 Remix Port 4 Remix EDID amp CEA Description EDID Vendor Product Identification EDID Structure Revision Basic Display Feature Color Characteristics Established Timings Standard Timings Detail Timing Display Description 1 Detail Timing Display Description 2 Monitor Description 10 Monitor Description a Display Support Video Data Audio Data Speaker Allocation Vendor Specific Data Detail Timing Display Description 1 Detail Timing Display Description 2 Model ID 0 0001 Manufacturer ID ATN Serial Number 0x0000275B Manufacture Date 2014 Week 23 Week of Manufacture 23 Year of Manufacture 2014 Select the EDID Mode t

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