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1. 72 9 SB Set serial port baud rate lille else 72 10 SS Switch input to specified output 72 11 SV Save the current connections into a profile 72 12 Tl Set timeout 2 2 00 0 eee ee eee 72 13 VR Software version information 4 72 5 RS 232 Commands Serial Control Protocol Commands 0 00 cece eee eee 73 Configuring the Serial Port llle 73 Verification Lai tia 73 Switch Port Command occ 74 EDID Mode Command 0 ee 76 Mute Command hear meee AT ee va a a 78 CEC Command e circa erkini diia che dy Rie qt 79 Scaling Command 000 80 vii VM5404H VM5808H User Manual Fan Speed Command cee eee eee 82 Echo Command 0 000 c cee eee tee eee eee 83 Black Screen Command oo 84 Read Command 000 cece eee e hr haa 85 Reset GommMand P epp e ie A qu iuret 85 Baud Rate Command 0 0 cece eee 86 Save Load Profile Command 0 0c cece eee eae 87 OSD COMMON it A Ca ee 88 Appendix Safety Instructions unaa 0c 89 CU sei Sok eho ate O ERA Pants 89 Rack MOuNnUING A eaei A a teas 91 Technical Support esl ede ae bw abe pa bee eee 92 Intemational a cnt sk ate Ae Ve eee ee eed ede 92 North America 1 iere uen a ec bone a 92 Specifications se O A P ER LR NAE 93 Limited Warranty isses RII 94 viii VM5404H VM58
2. ATEN Default Port1 Mode Remix D Customized Port EDID Status Port 2 Customized Port 3 Customized Port 4 Customized Port 5 Customized Port 6 Customized Port 7 Customized Port 8 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 oonan wN a CEA 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 10 Detail Timing Display Description 5 OMNOnMPFWHN A Retrieve EDID Save 720x400 70HZ 720x400 88Hz 640x480 60Hz 640x480 67Hz 640x480 72Hz 640x480 75Hz 4 800x600 56Hz 800x600 60Hz Y 800x600 72Hz v 800x600 75Hz 832x624 75Hz Apple Macintosh II 7 1024x768 87Hz interlaced 1024 768i 1024x768 60Hz 1024x768 70Hz v 1024x768 75Hz 1280x1024 75Hz E 1152x870 75Hz Apple Macintosh II 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
3. 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 2 3 3 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 5 Profile 05 Output Option Select Source Output 1 Video Input 1 a 9 Fit Width of Output s Fit Height of Output s Scale to Whole Output s Select icons to choose the Video Input from the Select Source menu Click the PEN icon or name to edit the profile name Click OSD to select Turn All On or Turn All Off Click Screen to select Blank All or Show All Click Audio to select Mute All or Turn All On 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 44 42 Chapter 4 Browser Operation Output Icon Option Description Output Icon Click an Output icon s to highlight it in green and use the Select Source menu to set the
4. New Edit User Use the New Edit User page to name a user set the user s password add a description and set the user s permission level see Permission Level page 69 for accessing the VM5404H VM5808H s GUI Username Password Confirm Password Please enter 5 16 characters without 0 4 lt gt 1 space Description Permission Level Administrator Connections Open Save Profiles Manage users Advance User Connections Open Save Profiles amp Basic User Connections Open Profiles Fill in the username or edit an existing one Enter a password and re type the password to confirm Note Usernames and passwords accept multi language 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 69 Click Create User to save the data Click Cancel to discard the changes and exit If a user is logged in to the VM5404H VM5808H s GUI their user settings cannot be edited and the fields in this screen are grayed out 68 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
5. 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 provides full access and control of the VM5404H VM5808H 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 69 VM5404H VM5808H User Manual Telnet Operation The VM5404H VM5808H can be operated and configured via a remote terminal session using Telnet To log into the VM5404H VM5808H by means of a Telnet session do the following 1 On your computer open a terminal command line session 2 At the prompt key in the VM5404H VM5808H s IP address in the following way telnet IP address 23 3 Press Enter The login screen appears At the login prompt provide your Username and Password Note Ifa user logs on using a Username that 1s already in session the newest login takes effect and the previous session is replaced Configuration Menu Once a Telnet connection to the VM5404H VM5808H 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
6. Each Group and Independent Output has a unique color This video wall has 1 Group and 4 Independent displays The Group will show Video Input 02 across all four displays as one large screen The Independent displays will show the video from their own Video Input 03 04 05 and 06 Add Display Layouts to create separate video walls see Video Wall Options page 45 49 VM5404H VM5808H User Manual Output Options The Output Options page is used to configure HDMI Video and OSD CEC options 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 v Apply to All v Apply to All X Porti O OFF 1280x720 60HZ 720 v Port2 O OFF 1280x720 060HZ 720 Port3 O OFF 1280x720 60HZ 720 Port4 O OFF 1280x720 960HZ 720 Port5 O OFF 1280x720 60HZ 720 Port6 O OFF 1280x720 60HZ 720 Port O OFF 1280x720 60HZ 720 Port8 O OFF 1280x720 60HZ 720 Seamless switch can not be turned off at 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
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8. Ethernet 1 x RJ 45 Female 1 x RJ 45 Female RS 232 1 x DB9 Female Black 1 x DB9 Female Black IR Port 1 x Mini Stereo Jack 1 x Mini Stereo Jack Female Black Female Black Power 1 x 3 prong AC Socket 1 x 3 prong AC Socket LCD 1 x LCD Module 1 x LCD Module Switches In 4 x Pushbuttons 8 x Pushbuttons Out 4 x Pushbuttons 8 x Pushbuttons Next 1 x Pushbutton N A Previous 1 x Pushbutton N A Cancel 1 x Pushbutton 1 x Pushbutton Menu 1 x Pushbutton 1 x Pushbutton Profile 1 x Pushbutton 1 x Pushbutton Enter 1 x Pushbutton 1 x Pushbutton Power 1 x Rocker 1 x Rocker LEDs Menu 1 x Green 1 x Green Profile 1 x Green 1 x Green I P Rating 100 240Vac 50 60Hz 1 0A Power Consumption 120V 36 6W 230V 120V 60W 230V 37 5W 62W Environme Operating Temp 0 50 C ni Storage Temp 20 60 C Humidity 0 80 RH Non condensing Physical Housing Metal debia Weight 4 10 kg 4 03 kg Dimensions L x W x 43 20 x 26 20 x 4 40 cm 93 VM5404H VM5808H User Manual Limited Warranty IN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT FROM DIRECT INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT DISK OR ITS DOCUMENTATION 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
9. 2005 Color Characteristics Established Timings Standard Timings Detail Timing Display Description 1 Detail Timing Display Description 2 CONONME WH Monitor Description 10 Monitor Description CEA 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 Detail Timing Display Description 5 DADADOA WH A From the left column click the option that you want to view and or edit There are two categories EDID Extended Display Identification Data and CEA Consumer Electronics Association 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 60 for more information on these two columns 59 VM5404H VM5808H 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
10. 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 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 Other Options This section allows you to set the OSD and CEC options Port OSD CEC Apply to All Apply to All Porti on OFF Port2 jon OFF Port3 on OFF Port on OFF Port5 on OFF Port6 on OFF Port on OFF Port8 on OFF OSD Sets the default OSD option for the port When OSD is on real time text updates appear on the display 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 opti
11. Port 5 3 Audio Data Port 6 4 Speaker Allocation 5 Vendor Specific Data Port 7 6 Detail Timing Display Description 1 Port 8 T Detail Timing Display Description 2 6 Detail Timing Display Description 3 T Detail Timing Display Description 4 6 Detail Timing Display Description 5 Note The EDID Mode can also be selected via the Front Panel pushbuttons see EDID Mode page 24 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 56 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 EDID Mode ATEN Default Port1 Mode Remix Customized Apply Port EDID Status Port 1 Port 2 Port 3 Port 4 Port 5 Port 6 Port 7 Port 8 EDID amp CEA Description enn Model ID 0x7801 1 Vendor Product Identification Manufacturer ID CMO 2 EDID Structure Revision Serial Number 0x00000000 a dcum Manufacture Date 2005 Week 13 4 Color Characteristics Week of Manufacture 13 5 Established Timings 6 Standacd Turinge Year of Manufacture 2005 7 Detail Timing Display Description 1 8 Detail Timing Display Description 2 9 Monitor Description 10 Monitor Description CEA Display Support Video Data Audio Data Speaker Allocation Vendor Specific Data Detail Timing Display Description 1 D
12. Repeat v Repeat v Repeat Repeat v Option Description Startup Remove Profile 3 ATENDigitalSign 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 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 lt gt 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 the schedule and stay on that profile If repeat isn t used the schedule will loop back to the first profile Save amp Play Click Save amp Play to save the schedule and put it in the Play window to start the connections schedule After saving the Profile Scheduling window will close and the schedule will start Save Only Click Save Only 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 appear in the Play window Cancel Click Cancel to discard changes and return to the Profile Schedule page 41 VM5404H VM5808H User Manual
13. VM5808H 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 Portl 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 VM5808H is first powered on or immediately after selecting the Remix option default Implements ATEN s default EDID default customized Implements the customized mode as set in the EDID system settings See Customized EDID Settings page 60 Note Each command string can be separated with a space The following table lists the available EDID commands Command Control Enter Description edid port Enter The EDID from Port 1 is passed to the video source edid remix Enter The VM5404H VM5808H implements the EDID of each connected display according to its connection when the VM5808H is first powered on or immediately after selecting the Remix option edid default Enter ATEN s default EDID is passed to the video
14. and do the following 1 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 VM5404H or 8 VM5808H HDMI video sources to the HDMI Input ports Connect up to 4 VM5404H or 8 VM5808H 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 35 plug a Cat 5e cable from the LAN into the VM5404H VM5808H 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 VM5404H VM5808H s female RS 232 Serial port Plug the power cord supplied with the package into the VM5404H VMS5808H s 3 prong AC socket and then into an AC power source Power on the VM5404H VM5808H and all devices in the installation VM5404H VM5808H User Manual Installation Diagram Qir e Chapter 3 Front Panel Configuration Overview The VM5404H VM5808H can be configured and operated locally via the front panel LCD pushbuttons and IR Remote Control remotely over a standard TC
15. or 16 VM5808H 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 PROFILE LIST Delete r m Profile 1 Profile 2 Profile 3 Profile 4 I Untitled d Untitled Untitled po US Profile 5 Profile 6 Profile 7 Profile 8 Untitled Untitled Profile 9 Profile 10 Profile 11 mu 121 I Ernie n Lerna 14 Untitled Untitled Untitled Untitled Adding Playing a Profile To configure a connection profile 1 From the Profile List click a Profile 2 Select the profile type EN E KJ EA EN E Digital Signage JI Video Wall Digital Signage Select this option for video that is displayed independently on separate monitors page 42 Video Wall Select this option for monitors that are displayed together tiled or as a large screen page 45 37 VM5404H VM5808H User Manual 3 Configure the input to output connections for a Digital Signage page 42 or Video Wall page 45 profile 4 New profiles appear in the Profile List as shown here oom Cn I Profile 1 Digital Signage C J Boo Pra Select a profile to play ll E si Profile 5 Holiday CM E EH El EE m a fare Haw Profile 9 Profile 10 Profile 11 Untitled Holiday CM Video Wall 5 Select the profile and click Apply Ea 7i EE Profile 2 Profile 3 Profile 4
16. 4 Press Cancel to return to the previous step without saving 25 VM5404H VM5808H 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 VM5404H VM5808H s front panel IR remote control or Browser GUI To configure the OSD setting for each output port do the following 1 From the Operation Mode page press 8 to go to the next page then press pushbutton 1 Lm ax aA DODDODODO B 00000000 00 2 Press pushbuttons 1 8 to enable ON or disable NA the OSD feature for the output port on QDODOOD OODDODO oo Note The default OSD setting is On 3 Press Menu to return to the Menu page 4 Press Cancel to return to the previous step without saving 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 8 to go to the next page then press pushbutton 2 mem XX 0o000000 O0 00000000 00 2 Press pushbuttons 1 8 to enable ON or disable NA the video audio of the output port OUTPUT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 COC ud DOBUUODOH 00 Note The default Output Status setting is On 3 Press Menu to return to the Menu page 4 Press Cancel to return to the previous step without saving VM5404H VM5808H User Manual Security Mode The Secu
17. Mode ATEN Default Port1 Mode Remix Customized Port EDID Status Port 2 Customized Port 3 Customized Port 4 Customized Port 5 Customized Port 6 Customized Port 7 Customized Port 8 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 oonan wN a CEA 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 0 ON On PWN a 10 Detail Timing Display Description 5 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
18. New Life ATEN Digital Signage Untitled Profile 6 Profile 7 Profile 8 Video Wall Digital Signage Untitled Profile 12 Profile 13 Profile 14 Digital Slgnage Untitled Untitled 6 The profile appears in the large Play window and the connections start PROFILE LIST Bae EE zz BE Digital Signage Bee uaa ee Profile 3 B m m iai i Profile 5 ATEN Digital Signage DET OOo L Baz bx e EH Profile 9 Profile 10 Profile 11 Untitled Holiday CM Video Wall Delete SE E BHL ERI E NEN mn Ene Profile 2 Profile 3 Profile 4 New Life ATEN Digital Signage Untitled EN NI m See Lol Profile 6 Profile 7 Profile 8 Video Wall Digital Signage Untitled Bee ENHN bea Profile 12 Profile 13 Profile 14 Digital Signage Untitled Untitled Note More information about Profile List page options are provided on the next page 38 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 On sequence W Hide osp W mute au W Blank All Profile3 ATENDigitalSign Option Description Hide OSD Check Hide OSD to
19. Note If Seamless Switching is enabled the video output will not display 3D Deep Color or interlace resolution i e 10801 For these features you must disable Seamless Switching Chapter 1 Introduction Requirements The following devices are required for a complete VM5404H VM5808H 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 connector Cables 1 HDMI cable for each source device you will be connecting 1 HDMI cable for each display device you will be connecting 1 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 VM5404H VM5808H User Manual Source Device Operating Systems Supported operating systems are shown in the table below OS Version Windows 2000 and higher gt 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
20. allow the DHCP server to assign an IP address to the VM5404H VM5808H Select Disable to enter your own static IP address settings for the device Click Reset 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 VM5404H VM5808H Use N A to disable to option Any changes will take effect immediately 55 VM5404H VM5808H User Manual EDID The EDID Setting page lets users view and select an EDID Mode so that the VM5404H VM5808H can use the best resolution for its display s EDID Mode EDID amp CEA Description ATEN Default HAM Model ID 0x7801 Porti Mode 1 Vendor Product Identification Manufacturer ID CMO Remix EDO coo Serial Number 0x00000000 3 Basic Display Feature Manufacture Date 2005 Week 13 Customized 4 Color Characteristics Week of Manufacture 13 5 Established Timings 6 Standard Timings Year of Manufacture 2005 7 Detail Timing Display Description 1 Port EDID Status 5 8 Detail Timing Display Description 2 Port 1 9 Monitor Description 10 Monitor Description Portt2 ATEN Port 3 TER 1 Display Si rt meh isplay Suppo 2 Video Data
21. cons have the same color and Video Input number Select a Group and use the Display Preferences menu to select the Video Input To group 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 OSD ON OFF Click OSD ON OSD OFF to show hide text updates that appear on the display when configuration or port changes are made Display Preferences Display Preference Output v Video Input v 9 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 48 Chapter 4 Browser Operation Option Description 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 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 8 displays
22. example below pressing Input port 1 shows it is tied to Output ports 1 and 2 Continues on next page 17 VM5404H VM5808H 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 1 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 Selection Use the Output Port pushbuttons to
23. 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 VM5404H VM5808H 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 iii North America Email Support support aten usa com Online Troubleshooting Technical Documentation Support Software Updates Telephone Support 1 888 999 ATEN ext 4988 http www aten usa com support 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 VM5404H VM5808H Connectors HDMI In 4 x HDMI Type A 8 x HDMI Type A Female Black Female Black HMDI Out 4 x HDMI Type A 8 x HDMI Type A Female Black Female Black
24. 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 70 Chapter 4 Browser Operation VR Software version information Ctrl Q Quit 2 GT Set gateway address GT Old gateway address 192 168 0 1 New gateway address 3 IM Set IP subnet mask IM Old IP subnet mask 255 255 255 0 New IP subnet mask 4 IP Set IP address IP Old IP address 192 168 0 60 New IP address 5 LO Load connections from profile LO 01 Load profile 01 OK 6 PW Change password PW Old password New password 7 RI Read what input is connected to nn output RI 01 Input port 02 04 08 is connected to output port 01 71 VM5404H VM5808H User Manual 8 RO Read what output is connected to nn input RO 01 Output port 02 is connected to input port 01 9 SB Set serial port baud rate SB 96 Serial port baud rate is set to 9600 10 SS Switch input to specified output SS 01 03 Switch input 01 to output 03 00 Local Port 11 SV Save the current connections into a profile SV 01 Save the current connections into profile 01 12 TI Set timeout TI 30
25. or scaling o yy 1600 Enter Scale output port yy to 1600x1200 60Hz yy 01 08 or scaling o yy 1400 Enter Scale output port yy a to1400x1050 60Hz yy 01 08 or scaling o yy 1280 Enter Scale output port yy to 5 1280x1024 60Hz yy 01 08 or scaling o yy 1024 Enter Scale output port yy to s 1024x768 60Hz yy 01 08 or 81 VM5404H VM5808H User Manual Fan Speed Command The Fan Speed command allows you to set the internal fan speed that cools the VM5404H VM5808H To set the fan speed use the following command Command Control Enter 1 For example to set the internal fan to full speed type fan turbo Enter 2 To turn the internal fan off type fan off Enter The following tables show the possible values for the Fan Speed command Command Description fan Fan Speed Command Control Description off Turn internal fan off low Set internal fan to low speed std Set internal fan to normal speed default high Set internal fan to high speed turbo Set internal fan to full speed Note Each command string can be separated with a space The following table lists the available Fan Speed commands Command Control Enter Description fan off Enter Turns off internal fan fan low Enter Sets fan speed to low fan std Enter Sets fan speed to standard default fan high Enter Sets fan speed to high fan turbo Enter
26. see Profile List page 37 31 VM5404H VM5808H User Manual IR Remote Control Operation The IR remote control 1R Remote Control page 9 included with the VM5404H VM5808H 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 VM5404H VM5808H and place the receiver where the IR signal can be reached see JR Port page 8 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 8 or 1 4 you want to change 2 Within 2 seconds press the Input port number 1 8 or 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 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 8 or 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 Ifthe ON or OFF pushbutton is pressed after 2 seconds of pressing the Output port number all the displays are
27. show hide text updates that appear on the display when configuration or port changes are made Mute All Check Mute All to mute the audio for all ports Blank All Check Blank All to turn off the video to all displays On Sequence On Sequence will appear when a profile schedule is playing see page 41 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 39 VM5404H VM5808H 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 line size between each display Remove Removes the profile from the Play window Edit Click Edit to configure the profile s input to output connections 40 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 Save 8 Play J Save Only Cancer E o Startup MS LH m m Replace gt C E E UTI Ea Ea Profile 1 Profile 2 Profile 4 Profile 01 ATENDigitalSign ATEN WALL AD WALL
28. source 76 Chapter 5 RS 232 Commands Command Control Enter Description edit custom Enter Implements the customized mode VM5404H VM5808H User Manual 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 o Output command Port number Description yy 01 08 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 with 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 ids Control Enter Description mute yy on Enter Audio on for output port yy yy 01 08 mute yy off Enter Audio off for output port yy i default yy 01 08 78 Chapter 5 RS 232 Commands CEC Command Consumer Electronics Control CEC allows interconnected HDMI devices to communicate and respond to the sa
29. 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 Note The username supports lower case letters only 35 VM5404H VM5808H 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 VM5808H 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switch with Scaler PROFILE LIST Delete Profile 1 Profile 2 Profile 3 Profile 4 I l Untitled Untitled Untitled Untitled Selecta promo Eo play Profile 5 Profile 6 Profile 7 Profile 8 Untitled Untitled Untitled Untitled Profile 9 Profile 10 Profile 11 Profile 12 Profile 13 Profile 14 Untitled Untitled Untitled Untitled Untitled Untitled b PROFILE SCHEDULING Menu Bar The Menu Bar consists of the Settings icon and two drop down menus Click Settings to enter the System Settings see page 52 Click the User menu to select Logout or User Management see page 67 Click the Language menu to select the GUI language 36 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 VM5404H
30. 04H VMS5808H 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 You can easily configure the VM5404H VM5808H 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 VM5404H VM5808H 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 VM5404H VM5808H 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 VM5404H VM5808H s built in RS 232 port that allows the switch to be controlled through a high end controller or PC The VM5404H VM5808H 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
31. 08H User Manual About this Manual This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your VM5404H VMS5808H 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 VM5404H VM5808H 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 VM5404H VMS5808H installation Chapter 3 Front Panel Configuration explains the fundamental concepts involved in operating the VM5404H VM5808H at the local site via the front panel LCD display using pushbuttons Chapter 4 Browser Operation provides a complete description of the VM5404H VM5808H s Browser Graphical User Interface GUI and how to use it to remotely configure and operate the VM5404H VM5808H 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 VM5404H VM5808H VM5404H VM5808H 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 m
32. 1 From the Operation Mode page press pushbutton 1 DOOBOOODOO oo epee 8 Next OOOOOOOO 00 Continues on next page 24 Chapter 3 Front Panel Configuration 2 Press pushbuttons 1 4 to make your selection Por Tremi iuous aa 2 Default In use 4 Customized O O LJ O O LJ LI a O O 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 VM5404H VM5808H 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 60 3 Press Menu to return to the Menu page 4 Press Cancel to return to the previous step without saving CEC To configure the CEC setting do the following 1 From the Operation Mode page press pushbutton 2 DODBBDOBE oo 2 Press pushbuttons 1 8 to enable ON or disable NA the CEC feature for the output port If the port does not support CEC an NA is shown Oooo oo OUTPUT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 NA ON ON NA ON NA ON NA DODODDOO Lu Note The default CEC setting is NA 3 Press Menu to return to the Menu page
33. 60 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 EDID 8 CEA Description Remeveebio Save EDID ATEN Dota 1 Vendor Product Identification Bee Portt Mode 2 EDID Structure Revision Remix 3 Basic Display Feature R 61 Customized 4 Color Characteristics R 61 5 Established Timings R61 6 Standard Timings R61 7 Detail Timing Display Description 1 R 61 Port EDID Status 8 Detail Timing Display Description 2 9 Monitor Description Re a 10 Monitor Description R61 Port 1 Customized RE Port 2 Customized CEA Port 3 Customized Display Support Video Data Port 4 Customized Audio Data Port 5 Customized Speaker Allocation Vendor Specific Data Port 6 Customized Detail Timing Display Description 1 Port 7 Customized Detail Timing Display Description 2 Detail Timing Display Description 3 Detail Timing Display Description 4 10 Detail Timing Display Description 5 Port 8 Customized SOS EWN Select the H Active Pixel from the drop down menu Select the Aspect Ratio from the drop down menu Click Save to apply the changes Detail Timing Display Description This screen gives more video resolution options and provides resolution timing details EDID Mode E
34. 8H User Manual VM5404H Rear View 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 12 for further details 4 HDMI Input Ports The 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 VM5404H s Browser Graphical User Interface GUI the VM5404H must be connected to your network The cable that connects the VM5404H to your LAN plugs in here See Cable Connection page 13 for further details Chapter 1 Introduction VM5808H Front View 1 2 4 OOO0O0000 00 op0o00000 00 Ll 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 VM5808H For full details see Main Screen page 17 2 Input Pushbuttons These pushbuttons refer to the HDMI Input ports found on th
35. ATEN 4x4 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switch with Scaler VM5404H VM5808H User Manual www aten com VM5404H VM5808H 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
36. DID amp CEA Description Retrieve EDID Save EDID Resolution ATEN Default 4 Vendor Product Identification Porti Mode 2 EDID Structure Revision 2 Remix 3 BasicDisplayFeature DOM tereo Display Customized AE OMA Charani Interlaced Non intertaced 5 Established Timings Sparen Mode none 8 Standard Timings Sync type Digital Separate 7 Detail Timing Display Description 1 Positive Vsync Polarity yes Port EDID Status 8 Detail Timing Display Description 2 Positive Hsync Polarity yes 9 Monitor Description Resolution Detail Lc a 10 Monitor Description Horizontal vertical Image Size mm mm Port 2 Customized CEA Active PXL pixel lines Blanking Time pixel lines Port 3 Customized Display Support Sync Offset pixel lines Video Data Sync Width pixel lines Port 4 Customized Audio Data Border pixel lines Port 5 Customized 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 10 Detail Timing Display Description 5 Port 6 Customized Port 7 Customized Port 8 Customized poso napa In the drop down menu choose a resolution with values that fit the attached monitor display device and click Save 61 VM5404H VM5808H User Manual Monitor Description This screen lets you specify the viewing specifications namely horizontal and vertical scan ranges and
37. Independent Output Option Description Independent Independent Outputs are displays that have their own Video Input Output and Output selected Independent Outputs Display their own video Icons have their own color and Video Input Select an Independent Output and use the Display Preferences page 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 OSD ON OFF Click OSD ON OSD OFF to show hide text updates that appear on the display when configuration or port changes are made Grouping Lale B Option Description Grouping 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 Ungroup Select a group and click to ungroup the displays 47 VM5404H VM5808H User Manual Group OSDON gt a 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
38. M5404H 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 28 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 8 at the bottom row 511 34 MO 45678 P ooo oOoOooO ILIO INPUT 125 e OUTPUT 123 The front panel pushbutton label 1 8 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 21 Use the Profile pushbutton to switch between profile connections see Profile List page 37 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 INPUT 1 OUTPUT 1 a C oo 8 EXEIESEJEIEPIEIET 00 To select which input source displays on each output port do the following 1 Press any Input port pushbutton 1 8 The Output port LED s tied to the said Input port light s up steady In the
39. NO International Co Ltd Manual Date 2014 10 15 ATEN and the ATEN logo are registered trademarks of ATEN International Co Ltd All rights reserved All other brand names and trademarks are the registered property of their respective owners VM5404H VM5808H User Manual Contents EMC Information oooooooooor RR ii ROHS AEN a er o ER Len URN ii Y ON ii SIM 11364220006 is e erre Er OT e y t eie ii User Information ierra ger nre urhe gef e escam d ee iii Online Registration l csse RR RR e iii Telephone Support x et ee eI IERI E iii User Notice s ri ior eer RE n RE CIC SIRE D v SIR aS TRE iii Package Contents 00 0 cece lese iv Contes nasa aci de Dub DU d ta ues Qul AO Pent ows dee V About this Manual sees ix GONVENTIONS ss ts Sce edad A Ao A stes e ui et x Product Information ees eg oe hee ab ae ee ae ER ea RC x 1 Introduction OVEIVIEW 2 for ete A A ed deel ate Why ee elas ROM e at 1 Eeat res dica ici ia bad EU pa Laval ids 2 Ixeq iremenfs 23 5552 nde eX RR a 3 So rce Devices erele a o bite ae 3 Display Devices nanna aanne 3 CablOStis vitara sa Att Due E tada 3 Source Device Operating Systems oocooccccoocooo o 4 Components usina aa 5 VM5404H Front View 0 0 III 5 VM5404H Rear VieW 2 2 62 2 ese ehem aei npa der 6 VMB808H Front View opu ker eee ee ned 7 VM5808H Rear View sllssll ss 8 IR Remote Control
40. O OO 8 gagamaag Go 125 123 The Profile pushbutton functions as follows Press the Profile pushbutton for 1 2 seconds to cycle between profiles stored in the GUI s Profile List from 1 up to 16 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 8 or 1 4 correspond to Profile P1 to P8 or P1 to P4 Output ports 1 8 or 1 4 correspond to Profile P9 to P16 or P5 to P8 where Output Port 1 Profile 9 Output Port 2 Profile 10 Output Port 8 Profile 16 The selected pushbutton lights steady and the VM5404H VM5808H 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 30 Press the Cancel pushbutton to exit Note Ifthere are no profiles configured on the VM5404H VM5808H device an error message No Profile List defined Profile List can be edited via the Web GUTI 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 17 or via the Connections page of the Browser GUI see Main Page page 36 Additionally the Profile List can be configured via the Profile page of the Browser GUI
41. P 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 21 Usethe PROFILE pushbutton to switch between the connection profiles which have been added to the Profile List see Profile List page 37 Pressing this pushbutton for longer than 3 seconds displays the Save to a Profile page see Save to a Profile page 30 Usethe CANCEL pushbutton to go back to a previous page return to the Main Screen stop or exit an operation Use the ENTER pushbutton to select options and confirm operations Use the INPUT OUTPUT 1 8 or 1 4 pushbuttons to select the Input Output port These pushbut
42. Port 4 Customized Port 5 Customized Port 6 Customized Port 7 Customized Port 8 Customized EDID amp CEA Description EDID 1 Vendor Product Identification 2 EDID Structure 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 4 Speaker Allocation 5 Vendor Specific Data 6 Detail Timing Display Description 1 7 Detail Timing Display Description 2 8 Detail Timing Display Description 3 9 Detail Timing Display Description 4 4 0 Detail Timing Display Description 5 Retrieve EDID sae 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 I mm Active PXL pixer lines Blanking Time pixel lines Sync Offset pixel lines Sync Width pier 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 65 VM5404H VM5808H User Manual Firmware The Firmware page lets users view information about the firmware version and upgrade it if needed This is an Administr
43. 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 72 Chapter 5 RS 232 Commands Serial Control Protocol Commands The VM5404H VM5808H s built in bi directional RS 232 serial interface allows system control through a high end controller or PC The RS 232 commands for the VM5404H and VM5808H are the same with the only difference being that the VM5808H has 4 additional ports 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 entering a command a verification message appears at the end of the command line as follows Command OK indicates that the command is correct and successfully performed by the switch Command incorrect indicates that the command has the wrong format and or values 73 VM5404H VM5808H User Manual Switch Port Command The Switch Port command allows you to switch ports on the VM5404H VMS5808H 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 05 type sw i02 005 Enter 2 To switch output port 04
44. Sets fan speed to full 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 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 VM5404H VM5808H User Manual Black Screen Command The Black Screen command turns a display screen black when no source signal 1s 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 Des
45. The following table lists the available Reset commands Command Enter Description reset Enter Resets the device settings 85 VM5404H VM5808H User Manual Baud Rate Command The Baud Rate command allows you to set the RS 232 data rate for the VM5404H VM5808H 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 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 profi
46. User Manual Port Name The Port Name page lets you name the input and output ports for easy identification Output Port Input Port Por 01 Port Out 1 Port 01 Port In 1 Port2 02 Port Out 2 Port2 02 Port In 2 Port3 03 Port Out 3 Por3 03 Port In 3 Por4 04 Port Out 4 Port 04 Port In 4 Port5 05 Port Out 5 Port5 05 Port In 5 Port6 06 Port Out 6 Port6 06 Port In 6 Por 07 Port Out 7 Por 07 Port In 7 Port8 08 Port Out 8 Port8 08 Port In 8 Save Reset 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 Simplified Chinese Traditional Chinese Korean Japanese German Russian French Spanish Portuguese and Italian To change an Input Output port s name enter another value and click Save Input and Output port names can be the same Click Reset to clear all stored names and restore the original names Note The VM5404H will only have four Output Port and four Input Port fields to name 54 Chapter 4 Browser Operation Network The Network page lets you configure the IP settings website timeout and Telnet settings for connecting to the VM5404H VM5808H DHCP Enable Disable IP Address Subnet Mask Default Gateway Website Timeout 5min v MAC Address 00 10 74 AD 11 22 Telnet Enable Disable Save Reset Enable DHCP to
47. and higher Chapter 1 Introduction Components VM5404H Front View 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 VM5404H For full details see Main Screen page 17 2 Input Pushbuttons These pushbuttons refer to the HDMI Input ports found on the VM5404H rear panel Press to select the Input port These pushbuttons may also correspond to menu options connection profiles P1 P4 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 VM5404H 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 15 Note The MENU and PROFILE front panel pushbuttons have built in LEDs that light to indicate they have been selected VM5404H VM580
48. at all devices are properly grounded The device is 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 VM5404H VM5808H User Manual If an extension cord is used with this device make sure that the total of the ampere ratings of all products used on this cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating Make sure that the total of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes 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 pers
49. ation 0 0 cee eee 32 Change the Input source of an Output display 32 Power on off individual Output displays 32 Power on off all Output displays o oooooooocoooooo 33 4 Browser Operation OVENI Wy e a at oe ly ear ee OE O ORE DURER 35 E gging se e eee 35 Main Page sos a se Ga i bate eS Een x Et De RU Rs e a aiai 36 Menu Bar seem ndun a api 36 Profile Lists 2 io Oia Se i ee oe ee BAR ae es 37 Adding Playing a Profile 2 0 cece ee 37 Profile Eist Optlons loci extr Re be ee he 39 Profile nose E ente in ped ee MR bas 39 Play Wind OW ncn rehenes e EE EE ER teet 39 Profile Scheduling exe str gored Ae yee e er ee PR hoagie hes 41 Connection Profiles iiu es bs toa ee vda EEE IRE 42 Digital Signage Profile ooooocoocoooomoomm ooo 42 Output Cona s enc genere eem ie Ep n ut 43 Select SoUrce ee eye eye ey ee Bi eye ta RE ee e 43 Traditional View cocoa rita ba eee Erb ee liebe ee eee 44 Output Options casks a ete ae ae dak 44 Video Wall Profile i ere Re Rr Gilet Seen 45 Video Wall Options 0000 20 o 45 Number of Displays Bezel Dimension 46 Blank Output evening ee ed o E des 46 Independent Output ooococccoccco 47 ciem EI Cm 47 Grou etus ver era red 48 vi VM5404H VM5808H User Manual Display Preferences o oooooooccoooooc eee eee eee 48 Video Wall ExaMple ooooo
50. ator only function Device amp Slot Model Name Firmware Version Video Matrix VM5808H V1 1 109 To upgrade the VM5404H VM5808H s firmware do the following 1 Use the Browse button to locate the firmware upgrade file Make sure you have the correct file saved on your PC 2 Click Upgrade to start the upgrade 66 Chapter 4 Browser Operation User Management Selecting User Management from the drop down menu on the main page opens the User Management page which lets you add edit or delete users and change the password for accessing the VM5404H VM5808H s GUI Note This is an Administrator only function ATEN VM5808H 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switch with Scaler Manage User o administrator VM5808H USER VM5808H ADMIN Add account Edit I Edit j Edit Add account Click the add button to add another user to the list The VM5404H VM5808H supports up to 32 users at one time See page 68 for more details Edit Click a user s edit button to change the users information This option allows an Administrator to rename the user set the password add a description and set the user s permission level See page 68 for more details Delete Click the user s Delete button to remove the user and all user information attached to the account The Administrator account can not be deleted The default username and password are administrator password 67 VM5404H VM5808H User Manual
51. box will turn orange Uncheck an Output Port box to disable the video for that Output Port The column will turn dark grey Check an 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 44 Chapter 4 Browser Operation 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 ATEN WALL DisplayLayout 1 IET Output Option 1 Number of Display 0 08 Horizontal 4 Vertical 2 2 Bezel Dimension unit mm 0 Re 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 t nextto Display Layout _1 to create additional layouts under the same profile Click the PEN icon or name to edit the profile name Click OSD to select Turn All On or Turn All Off Click Screen to select Blank All or Show All Click Audio to select Mute All or Turn All On Click Save to save the profi
52. coccocccoo eee 49 Output Options once em emiten it a dl dad 50 HDMI Video Options 0 0 0 a a IA 50 Other Options is uae ia dans 51 System Settings ssp EY a RR PR RR PUER e 52 Gerieral obser pub esp Risk ate Bet O ee ane 53 Fan Status amp Other iri A EA o E E E A E 53 POr Name caracte NE E RE EERE por Hodie 54 Network vicodin e a dad 55 A O ree Sed ep cn ee QU Ia epus aA 56 EDID Mode ate uere eiTe duet pare Dacia es 57 Customized Mode leeeie ee ennt 58 EDID amp CEA Description 00 eee eee 59 Customized EDID Settings 0 eee eee eee 60 CEA SettingS cion ise pide a o NI 63 Video Dat Arena A eee REN vate act 64 FINMWARC xu eked canis eue po a els oe Pee Bh eee 66 User Management e certe cii reci neaten e a E EE E ae ee 67 New 7 Edit Users ateni aora eases EE 68 Permission Level 2 0 02 6 005 cri te tueta rere 69 Telnet Operation cessed tess eb ri as hob wanted 70 Configuration Menu lisse 70 1 H Call up the command list for help 70 2 GT Set gateway address 0 cee eee eee 71 3 IM Set IP subnet mask llslleee lees 71 4 IP Set IP address ooocooccocococcr eee 71 5 LO Load connections from profile 71 6 PW Change password occooccccccoc elles 71 7 RI Read what input is connected to nn output 71 8 RO Read what output is connected to nn input
53. configuration utility via the front panel LCD which can be controlled by pressing the MENU and front panel Input pushbuttons 1 8 User can cycle through the menu options starting 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 01 08 VM5404H 01 16 VM5808H Note The highlighted values are the default settings of the VM5404H VM5808H 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 1 1P Setting oo000000 do 2 Serial Port Setting 8 Next Y LILIJIEJECJDJEJEJE OO From the Menu page Press 1 to go to the IP Setting page see P Setting page 22 Press 2 to go to the Serial Port Setting page see Serial Port Setting page 23 Press 8 to go to the next page s for the sub menu pages 21 VM5404H VM5808H User Manual Press Menu or Cancel to return to the Main Screen IP Setting The IP Setting page displays the VM5404H VM5808H s IP configuration The values in the LCD Me
54. cription 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 information 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 VM5404H VM5808H 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
55. d Rate Setting BoooooDo ao D000C0000 00 2 Press pushbuttons 1 4 to make your selection 1 9600 338400 Eotdoooo 00 2 19200 In use 4 115200 LILILIEJEILIEJEI 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 return to the previous step without saving 23 VM5404H VM5808H 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 VM5404H VM5808H 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 VM5404H VM5808H s operation mode settings from the Main Screen use the Menu pushbutton to access the Menu page press 8 to navigate to the next page then press pushbutton 1 to access the Operation Mode page 7 Back de OOOOOO00 OO 2 Security Mode 8 Next Y LJ O O O O O O a O O EDID Mode To configure the EDID Mode do the following
56. e VM5808H rear panel Press to select the Input port These pushbuttons may also correspond to menu options connection profiles P1 P8 and so on Note The INPUT 1 8 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 VM5808H rear panel Press to select the Output port These pushbuttons may also correspond to connection profiles P9 P16 Note The OUTPUT 1 8 front panel pushbuttons have built in LEDs that light to indicate they have been selected 4 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 15 Note The MENU and PROFILE front panel pushbuttons have built in LEDs that light to indicate they have been selected VM5404H VM5808H User Manual VM5808H Rear View 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 12 for further details 4 HDMI Input Ports The cables from your HDMI source devices plug into these ports 5 HDMI Output Ports The cab
57. e next step Old Password ncorrect Password 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 8888 DODODOOOCOO OO OCOLO OOF 4 Re enter the new password in the following screen The new password is applied by the VM5404H VM5808H immediately Re enter New Password AOOO O O OOOOOOOO 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 return to the previous step without saving 29 VM5404H VM5808H User Manual Save to a Profile The switch allows users to store up to 8 VM5404H or 16 VM5808H numbered P1 P16 different connection profiles that can be saved and recalled later The active Input to Output port connections on the LCD Main Screen is the configuration saved to a profile When a user loads a profile the change 1s 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 Press the Menu pushbutton to access the Menu page t
58. eans to press the Enter key If keys need to be chorded they appear together in the same bracket with a plus sign between them Ctri 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 Chapter 1 Introduction Overview The ATEN VanCryst VM5404H VM5808H 4 x 4 8 x 8 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 8 HDMI sources to any of 4 8 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 VM5404H VM5808H features Seamless Switching which employs FPGA matrix system architecture to seamlessly switch between multiple sources and multiple displays With EDID Expert technology the VM54
59. etail Timing Display Description 2 Detail Timing Display Description 3 Detail Timing Display Description 4 o0 0 0 una Detail Timing Display Description 5 Select the EDID Mode to use and click Apply The VM5404H VM5808H 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 60 57 VM5404H VM5808H 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 so EDID Vendor Product Identification EDID Structure Revision Basic Display Feature Serial Number 0x00000000 Color Characteristics anufacture Date 2012 Week 1 Established Timings Standard Timings Detail Timing Display Description 1 Detail Timing Display Description 2 Monitor Description 10 Monitor Description ATEN Default Port1 Mode Customized eek of Manufacture 1 ear of Manufacture 2012 Port EDID Status 0 0 90o0550Nczd2 Port 2 Customized CEA Port 3 Customized 1 Display Support A i 2 Video Data Port 4 Customized 3 Audio Data Port 5 Customized 4 Speaker Allocation Pat 6 Cuatomizea 5 Vendor Speci
60. fic Data 6 Detail Timing Display Description 1 7 Detail Timina Mientav Neccrintinn 2 In the left most panel of the page select Customized from the EDID Mode section and click Apply Port EDID Status Select 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 X Customized EDID 01 M ok Cancel The right 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 58 Chapter 4 Browser Operation EDID 8 CEA Description The right panel of the screen lets users view the configuration ofthe EDID and CEA Modes selected EDID Mode ATEN Default Port1 Mode 5 Remix Customized Apply Port EDID Status Port 1 Port 2 Port 3 EN Port 4 Port 5 Pot6 ATEND Pot7 ATE efa Port 8 EDID amp CEA Description EDID Model ID 0x7801 Vendor Product Identification Manufacturer ID CMO EDID Structure Revision Basic Display Feature Serial Number 0x00000000 Manufacture Date 2005 Week 13 Week of Manufacture 13 Year of Manufacture
61. 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 94
62. g 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 VM5404H VM5808H 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 8 Phillips head hex screws supplied with the Mounting Kit to screw the rack mounting brackets onto the front of the unit Phillips Head Hex M3x8 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 VM5404H VM5808H 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 VM5404H VM5808H by connecting one end of the wire to the grounding terminal and the other end of the wire to a suitable grounded object 2 Make sure that all devices in your VM5404H VM5808H installation are properly grounded Chapter 2 Hardware Setup Cable Connection Installation of the VM5404H VM5808H 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
63. hen 8 to navigate to the next pages Press pushbutton 1 to open the select Save to a Profile page I po000000 oo pgoogagaagod aa 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 Save toa Profile No LL OOOOOOOO In 1 8 P1 P8 Out 1 8 P9 16 NoOoooooo VM5404H Options are P1 P8 when saving a profile via the LCD where Input port pushbuttons 1 4 correspond to Profile P1 to P4 Output port pushbuttons 1 4 correspond to Profile P5 to P8 VM5808H Options are P1 P16 when saving a profile via the LCD where Input port pushbuttons 1 8 correspond to Profile P1 to P8 Output port pushbuttons 1 8 correspond to Profile P9 to P16 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 30 Chapter 3 Front Panel Configuration 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 37 If a Profile is in use its profile number P1 P32 is shown on the lower right corner of the LCD display INPUT OUTPUT 4 OOOOOOO
64. le 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 VM5404H 01 08 default is 01 VM5808H 01 16 default is 01 Control Description save Save the connection configuration load Load a saved profile Note Each command string can be separated with a space The following table lists the available Save Load Profile commands Command Profile o Control Enter Description profile f yy save Enter Save the connections as profile yy VM5404H yy 01 08 VM5808H yy 01 16 profile f yy load Enter Load profile yy VM5404H yy 01 08 VM5808H yy 01 16 87 VM5404H VM5808H 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
65. le or Save as to save as a different profile number 45 VM5404H VM5808H User Manual Number of Displays Bezel Dimension 1 Number of Display 0 08 Horizontal 4 X Vertical 2 y 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 Bezel Use the four boxes to increase decrease the line size gap Dimension between the active displays Monitor Click the monitor icon to Lock the 4 bezel settings so that when Lock Unlock A al one size is changed they all change Click the monitor icon to Unlock the 4 bezel settings so that each size can be set independently Blank Output Option Description Blank Icon Click Blank Output icons to highlight icons in green and use the Display Preferences menu to set the video options see Display Preferences page 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
66. les 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 VM5808H s Browser Graphical User Interface GUI the VM5808H must be connected to your network The cable that connects the VM5808H to your LAN plugs in here See Cable Connection page 13 for further details Chapter 1 Introduction IR Remote Control 1 OUTPUT 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 32 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 32 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 32 Note The VM5404H s IR remote control only supports use the 1 4 Input and 1 4 Output pushbuttons VM5404H VM5808H User Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank 10 Chapter 2 Hardware Setup device is provided on page 89 Please review it before 1 Important safety information regardin
67. me 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 o Output command Port number Description yy 01 08 port default is 01 gt 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 es Control Enter Description cec yy off Enter CEC off for output port yy E default yy 01 08 cec yy on Enter CEC on for output port yy yy 01 08 79 VM5404H VM5808H User Manual Scaling Command The Scaling command allows you to set a resolution for scaling the display connected to an output port The formula for the Scaling command is as follows Command Output Number 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
68. measures RoHS This product is RoHS compliant Safety This product has been classified as Information Technology Equipment SJ T 11364 2006 The following contains information that relates to China n ASADA eHET e o o o O O wee O oOo ol oO O 9 O ARCH SE EREZIE AAA E EEST 11363 2006 EMR BEKZ To O RTRFARBHKERK PASA ER E DAA R HAME PHA SEHE SUIT 11363 20068 R EE SER o X RNASE EUER EE IP EVE E BO En HHSJ T 11363 2006 88 IR amp SK o e VM5404H VM5808H 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 1 888 999 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 purpose Any of the manufacturer s software described in this manual is sold or licensed as is Should the
69. mix Customized Port EDID Status Port 2 Customized Port 3 Customized Port 4 Customized Port 5 Customized Port 6 Customized Port 7 Customized Port 8 Customized EDID amp CEA Description ReieeEDD Save EDID Vendor Product Identification EDID Structure Revision Basic Display Feature Revision 0x03 Underscan no Basic Audio yes YCbCr Y YCbCr444 Color Characteristics 1 2 3 4 5 Established Timings V YCbCr422 8 7 8 9 Standard Timings Detail Timing Display Description 1 Detail Timing Display Description 2 Monitor Description 10 Monitor Description CEA 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 10 Detail Timing Display Description 5 IS Select the YCbCr mode applicable to your display and click Save 63 VM5404H VM5808H 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 Port 5 Customized Port 6 Customized Port 7 Customized Port 8 Customized EDID amp CEA Description EDID Vendor Product Ide
70. ntification 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 0 0 oUfrP RUNMc CEA 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 10 Detail Timing Display Description 5 0 0 00 FWD Retrieve EDID Save 1280 x 720p 59 94 60Hz 16 9 Resolution Multiple selection maximum 18 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 q ajajaja 1920 x 10801 59 94 60Hz 16 9 720 1440 x 480i 59 94 60Hz 4 3 720 1440 x 480i 59 94 60Hz 16 9 720 1440 x 240p 59 94 60Hz 4 3 720 1440 x 240p 59 94 60Hz 16 1 2880 x 480i 59 94 60Hz 4 3 am Data Block Size 10 Select the native resolution of the attached display device Select the resolutions that work with the attached monitor display device Click Clear All to deselect all the items Click Save to apply the changes 64 Chapter 4 Browser Operation Audio Data This screen lets you select advanced audio configurations for your device EDID
71. nu are read only and can be edited via the Browser GUI User Management page 67 IP Address Subnet Mask To view the VM5404H VM5808H 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 laa Subnet Mask 255 255 255 0 8 Next Y ODODODO L1 Note The VM5404H VM5808H default IP address is 192 168 0 60 The default Subnet Mask is 255 255 255 0 2 Press 8 to go to the next page 3 Press Menu to return to the Menu page 4 Press Cancel to return to the previous page without saving Gateway To view the VM5404H VM5808H s gateway address do the following 1 From the Menu page press 1 to see the IP Setting submenu then press 8 to get to the next page The gateway address displays ec ESSE eem OOOOODOOO OO OOOOOO0R OO Note The default Gateway is 192 168 0 1 2 Press 7 to go to the previous page 3 Press Menu to return to the Menu page 4 Press Cancel to return to the previous page without saving 22 Chapter 3 Front Panel Configuration Serial Port Setting To configure the VM5404H VM5808H s baud rate for its serial port connection select Serial Port Setting from the Menu page OOOOOOOO OO OOOOOO0OO OO Baud Rate To set the VM5404H VM5808H s baud rate do the following 1 Select Baud Rate Setting from the Serial Port Setting submenu by pressing 1 T Bau
72. 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 openings 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 th
73. onnel 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 make sure that the stabilizers are secured to the rack extended to the floor and that the full weight of the rack rests on the floor Install front and side stabilizers on a single rack or front stabilizers for joined multiple racks before working on the rack 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
74. ons to all ports or On Off button to enable disable CEC for a port Click Save to save the settings Click Save as to save the settings as a different profile number 51 VM5404H VM5808H User Manual System Settings Click the Settings link from the Main page for the System Settings to open on the General page ATEN VM5808H 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switch with Scaler System Settings General Port Name Network EDID Firmware Fan Status amp Oth Qu Da ee e Baudrate 19200 2j ae Jj e y E FixHDCP Fan Speed Low The General page allows you to set Fan Baud Rate and HDCP settings 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 Click Back to Profile to return to the Main page 52 Chapter 4 Browser Operation General The General page has three settings Fan Status Baud Rate and Fix HDCP Fan Status amp Other 1 2 Baudrate 19200 F Fix HDCP Fan Speed Low X Fan Status amp Other Use the drop down menu to set the Fan Speed High Medium or Low Use the Baud Rate drop down menu to select a serial port setting Check Fix HDCP to fix the time delay when switching between HDCP and non HDCP enabled devices This setting improves Seamless Switching with HDCP enabled 53 VM5404H VM5808H
75. pixel clock rate of your monitor display device EDID Mode EDID amp CEA Description l Retrieve EDID l Save EDID Minutes Max ATEN Default Vendor Product Identification Horizontal Scan Range 15 102_ Port1 Mode EDID Structure Revision Vertical Scan Range 23 ES 121 Remix Basic Display Feature Pixel Clock Rate 80 10 2550 MHz Customized Color Characteristics Standard Timings Detail Timing Display Description 1 Detail Timing Display Description 2 1 2 3 4 5 Established Timings 6 ri Port EDID Status 8 9 Monitor Description Pott Customized OS Port 2 Customized CEA Port 3 Customized Display Support E Video Data Port 4 Customized Audio Data Port 5 Customized Speaker Allocation Vendor Specific Data Port 6 Customized Detail Timing Display Description 1 Detail Timing Display Description 2 Detail Timing Display Description 3 Detail Timing Display Description 4 10 Detail Timing Display Description 5 Port 7 Customized Port 8 Customized MPnNoankFwn os Enter the values that correspond to your device and click Save to apply the changes 62 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 Re
76. powered on or off instead of just the intended Output port 32 Chapter 3 Front Panel Configuration Power on off all Output displays To power on off all Output displays simultaneously with the remote control do the following 1 Press the ON or OFF pushbutton 2 Repeat step 1 to simultaneously change back the power status of all Output ports to on or off respectively The ON or OFF pushbuttons bring all displays to the same power status regardless of the individual power statuses 33 VM5404H VM5808H User Manual This Page Intentionally Left Blank 34 Chapter 4 Browser Operation Overview The VM5404H VM5808H can be configured over a standard TCPAP 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 VM5404H VM5808H supports three levels of remote users with various privileges and up to 32 users can log into the GUI at one time For full details see the sections that follow Logging In To access the GUI type the VM5404H VM5808H 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 Q English E Login The default IP address is http 192 168
77. 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 1f the correct operational voltage setting was not selected prior to operation PLEASE VERIFY THAT THE VOLTAGE SETTING IS CORRECT BEFORE USE VM5404H VM5808H User Manual Package Contents The VM5404H VM5808H package consists of 1 VM5404H VM5808H 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 VM5404H VM5808H since this manual was published Please visit our website to download the most up to date version O Copyright 2014 ATE
78. rity Mode page allows users to manage the VM5404H VM5808H s password related settings the Password page configures the VM5404H VMS5808H 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 VM5404H VM5808H To configure the VM5404H VM5808H s password settings from the Main Screen use the Menu pushbutton to access the Menu page press 8 to navigate to the next pages then press pushbutton 2 to access the Security Mode page 7 Back de OOOOOOOO OO amp Net Y gogogaga DO Password 1 To set the VM5404H VM5808H to require a password for local operation press pushbutton 1 DODODDOO 00 OOOOOOOO OO 2 To require a password after the LCD display times out or is powered off on press pushbutton 1 Otherwise press pushbutton 2 A000000 oo 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 return to the previous step without saving Chapter 3 Front Panel Configuration Change Password 1 To change the password for accessing the unit press pushbutton 2 OOOOOOOO OO OOOOOOOO OO 1 Password Disable 2 In the Old Password field the cursor flashes at the first digit Enter the old password see Enter Password page 16 If the old password is entered correctly you can proceed to th
79. select the Output port you want to configure INPUT opooddd00 OO OO To select which output display corresponds to each input source device do the following 1 Press any Output port pushbutton 1 8 In the example below Output port 1 pushbutton has been pressed It is not tied to any Input port C EN 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 VM5404H VM5808H 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 1t 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 20 Chapter 3 Front Panel Configuration LCD Menu Organization The VM5404H VM5808H has a built in
80. tables show the possible values for the Scaling command Command Description scaling Scaling command Output Command Description o Output command Port Number Description yy 01 08 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 60Hz 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 80 Chapter 5 RS 232 Commands 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 Command Output port Control Enter Description Number scaling o yy off Enter Turn off scaling for port yy by pass mode yy 01 08 or scaling o yy native Enter Enable display s native resolution for scaling on output port yy default yy 01 08 or scaling o yy 1080p Enter Scale output port yy to E 1920x1080 60Hz yy 01 08 or scaling o yy 720p Enter Scale output port yy to 1280x720 60Hz yy 01 08 or scaling o yy 1920 Enter Scale output port yy to j 1920x1200 60Hz yy 01 08
81. time reports VM5404H VM5808H User Manual Features Connects any of 4 VM5404H or 8 VM5808H HDMI sources to any of 4 8 HDMI displays Long Distance Transmission supports up to 15 m 24 AWG HDMI 3D Deep color HDCP 1 4 compatible Video wall provides up to 8 16 connection profiles that you can customize into layouts via web GUI Features a built in high performance scaler function for best image quality Easily switch between multiple sources and multiple displays Seamless Switch provides continuous video streams real time switching and stable signal transmission Built in EDID wizard provides an easy way to customize EDID settings EDID Expert technology selects optimum EDID settings for smooth power up and highest quality display Configuration and control via Front panel LCD display pushbuttons IR remote control and web GUI System Operation Serial controller Browser Graphical User Interface GUI Telnet Built in bi directional RS 232 serial port for high end system control Superior video quality HDTV resolution of 480p 720p 10801 and 1080p 1920 x 1080 Supports Dolby True HD and DTS HD Master audio Consumer Electronics Control CEC support Power On Detection If an HDMI source is powered off the VM5404H VMS5808H automatically switches to the next powered on source Firmware Upgradeable Rack Mountable All metal casing
82. 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 08 port Output Command Description o Output command Port number Description yy 01 08 port hi All output ports Control Description on Turn on the display off Turn off the display Next Port Previous Port 74 Chapter 5 RS 232 Commands Note 1 By default input port 01 is tied to output port 01 input port 02 is tied to output port 02 and so on until port 08 1 e 001 101 002 102 2 Each command string can be separated with a space 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 E Command condal Bort Command Port Control Enter Description sw i xx o yy Enter Switch Input Port xx to Output Port yy xx 01 08 yy 01 08 sw o yy on Enter Turn on Output Port yy A off Turn off Output Port yy yy 01 08 SW o yy Enter Switch Output port yy to next Output port Switch Output port yy to previous Output port yy 01 08 75 VM5404H
83. tons may also correspond to menu options connection profiles and so on The VM5404H provides Prev Next pushbuttons to navigate the menus Use pushbuttons 7 8 Prev Next to navigate the VM5808H menus VM5404H VM5808H User Manual Enter Password Upon VM5404H VM5808H 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 VM5404H VM5808H for the first time the Password screen appears as soon as the LCD loading process is done Enter the default password 1234 to continue to the Main Screen see Main Screen page 17 Enter Password s LCD DI DILILILJ O HOU cH Additionally the Password Screen appears if the VM5404H VM5808H has been configured to require a password for Front Panel operation see Security Mode page 28 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 8 or 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 VM5404H VM5808H password can be any four digit combination between 1111 to 8888 VM5808H or 1111 to 4444 V
84. 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 OSD ON OFF Click OSD ON OSD OFF to show hide text updates that appear on the display when configuration or port changes are made Select Source Select Source Outputs 12 Video Input 1 Y Fit Width of Output s Fit Height of Output s Scale to Whole Output s Option Description Select Source The Select Source menu appears when you click an Output icon Outputs Displays the Outputs that are selected for the configuration change 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 43 VM5404H VM5808H User Manual Traditional View The Traditional View allows you to select the Input to Output connections using a simple grid Output Pot BI i c ug zv V input Port l 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 From an Output Port column click a box to select it s Input Port The

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