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  • Page 1 16 x 16 HDMI Matrix Switch with Scaler VM51616H User Manual www.aten.com...
  • Page 2: Emc Information

    VM51616H User Manual EMC Information FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION INTERFERENCE STATEMENT: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
  • Page 3: User Information

    VM51616H User Manual User Information Online Registration Be sure to register your product at our online support center: International http://eservice.aten.com Telephone Support For telephone support, call this number: International 886-2-8692-6959 China 86-400-810-0-810 Japan 81-3-5615-5811 Korea 82-2-467-6789 North America 1-949-428-1111 United Kingdom...
  • Page 4: Package Contents

    © Copyright 2018 ATEN® International Co., Ltd. Manual Date: 2018-03-05 ATEN and the ATEN logo are registered trademarks of ATEN International Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. All other brand names and trademarks are the registered property of their respective owners.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    VM51616H Front View ........
  • Page 6 VM51616H User Manual Port Switching ......... . . 14 Input Port Selection .
  • Page 7 VM51616H User Manual Display Preferences........51 Number of Displays / Bezel Dimensions / Audio Extract .
  • Page 8 VM51616H User Manual Verification ..........86 Switch Port Command .
  • Page 9: About This Manual

    VM51616H User Manual About this Manual This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your VM51616H system. It covers all aspects of installation, configuration and operation. An overview of the information found in the manual is provided below.
  • Page 10: Conventions

    For information about all ATEN products and how they can help you connect without limits, visit ATEN on the Web or contact an ATEN Authorized Reseller. Visit ATEN on the Web for a list of locations and telephone numbers: International http://www.aten.com...
  • Page 11: Chapter1

    Introduction Overview The ATEN VanCryst VM51616H 16 x 16 HDMI Matrix Switch with Scaler is a versatile solution that provides an easy way to route high definition video and audio from any of 16 HDMI sources to any of 16 HDMI displays at the same time.
  • Page 12: Features

    Multiple Control Methods – system management via front-panel pushbuttons, RS-232 control, and Ethernet connections (Telnet / Web GUI) Seamless Switch™ – ATEN FPGA design unifies video formats to provide continuous video streaming, real-time switching and stable signal transmissions* Scaler – features a video scaling function to convert input resolutions to the optimum display resolutions Video Wall –...
  • Page 13: Requirements

    Chapter 1. Introduction Requirements The following devices are required for a complete VM51616H 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...
  • Page 14: Source Device Operating Systems

    VM51616H User Manual Source Device Operating Systems Supported operating systems are shown in the table below: Version Windows 2000 and higher Linux RedHat 6.0 and higher SuSE 8.2 and higher Mandriva (Mandrake) 9.0 and higher UNIX 4.3 and higher FreeBSD 3.51 and higher...
  • Page 15: Components

    Main Screen, page 14. Input Pushbuttons These pushbuttons refer to the HDMI Input ports found on the VM51616H rear panel. Press to select the Input port. These pushbuttons may also correspond to menu options, connection profiles (P1–P16) and so on.
  • Page 16: Vm51616H Rear View

    In order to access the VM51616H’s Browser Graphical User Interface (GUI), the VM51616H must be connected to your network. The cable that connects the VM51616H to your LAN plugs in here. See Cable Connection, page 9, for further details. RS-232 Serial Port Connect a computer or serial controller via this serial port.
  • Page 17: Chapter2

    Keyboard Power On function. Rack Mounting The VM51616H can be mounted in a 19” (2U) system rack. For the most convenient front panel pushbutton configuration and operation at the local site, mount the unit at the front of the rack, as follows: 1.
  • Page 18: Grounding

    To prevent damage to your installation, it is important that all devices are properly grounded. 1. Use a grounding wire to ground the VM51616H by connecting one end of the wire to the grounding terminal, and the other end of the wire to a suitable grounded object.
  • Page 19: Cable Connection

    2. If using the Browser Operation features (see Browser Operation, page 37), plug a Cat 5e cable from the LAN into the VM51616H’s Ethernet port. 3. If you are using the serial control function, use an appropriate RS-232 serial cable to connect the computer or serial controller to the VM51616H’s female RS-232 Serial port.
  • Page 20: Installation Diagram

    VM51616H User Manual Installation Diagram...
  • Page 21: Chapter3

    Chapter 3 Front Panel Configuration Overview The VM51616H can be configured and operated locally via the front panel LCD/pushbuttons; remotely over a standard TCP/IP connection via graphical user interface (GUI) using a web browser; via a remote terminal session using Telnet;...
  • Page 22 VM51616H User Manual Use the INPUT / OUTPUT (1–16) pushbuttons to select the Input/Output port. These pushbuttons may also correspond to menu options, connection profiles, and so on. The VM51616H provides Prev / Next pushbuttons to navigate the menus.
  • Page 23: Enter Password

    If the Password screen / LCD Menu fails to load, an error message displays. Reset the unit and try again. If you are accessing the VM51616H 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 14).
  • Page 24: Main Screen

    VM51616H User Manual Main Screen The Main Screen shows the Input ports in the top row, which are tied to the Output ports shown in sequential order (1–16) at the bottom row. INPUT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8...
  • Page 25 Chapter 3. Front Panel Configuration (Continued from previous page.) In the example below, pressing Input port 1 shows it is tied to Output ports 1 and 2. 2. To disconnect an Output port from an Input port, press the corresponding Output port pushbutton.
  • Page 26: Output Port Selection

    VM51616H User Manual 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.
  • Page 27 Chapter 3. Front Panel Configuration 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 them tied. In the example below, Input port 3 has been pressed and is now connected to Output ports 2, 3 and 4.
  • Page 28: Lcd Menu Organization

    VM51616H User Manual LCD Menu Organization The VM51616H has a built-in configuration utility via the front panel LCD, which can be controlled by pressing the MENU and front panel Input pushbuttons (1–16). User can cycle through the menu options, starting from IP...
  • Page 29: Menu Pushbutton

    Press Menu or Cancel to return to the Main Screen IP Setting The IP Setting page displays the VM51616H’s IP configuration. The values in the LCD Menu are read-only and can be edited via the Browser GUI (Network, page 63).
  • Page 30 VM51616H User Manual Note: The VM51616H default IP address is 192.168.0.60. The default Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0. The default Gateway is 192.168.0.1. 4. Press Next to go to the next page. 5. Press Menu to return to the Menu page.
  • Page 31: Serial Port Setting

    Chapter 3. Front Panel Configuration Serial Port Setting To configure the VM51616H’s baud rate for its serial port connection, press 2 to select Serial Port Setting from the Menu page. 1: IP Setting 2: Serial Port Setting 3: Operation Mode...
  • Page 32: Operation Mode

    Output Resolution To configure the VM51616H’s operation mode settings from the Main Screen, use the Menu pushbutton to access the Menu page, then press pushbutton 3 to access the Operation Mode page.
  • Page 33: Cec

    3: Remix Uses the EDID of each connected display according to its connection when the VM51616H 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.
  • Page 34: Osd

    The On-Screen Display (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 VM51616H’s front panel or Browser GUI. To configure the OSD setting for each output port, do the following: 1.
  • Page 35: Output Status

    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 pushbutton 4: 1: EDID Mode 2: CEC 3: OSD 4: Output Status 2. Press 1 to select Video. 1: Video 2: Audio Extract: -- 3: Output Resolution...
  • Page 36 VM51616H User Manual To configure the Audio Extract settings, do the following: 1. From the Operation Mode page, press pushbutton 4: 1: EDID Mode 2: CEC 3: OSD 4: Output Status 2. Press 2 to select Audio Extract. 1: Video...
  • Page 37 Chapter 3. Front Panel Configuration 2. Press 3 to select Output Resolution. 1: Video 2: Audio Extract: -- 3: Output Resolution 3. Press pushbuttons (1–16) to select an output port whose resolution will be changed. OUTPUT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 OUTPUT 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Res.
  • Page 38: Security Mode

    Three security modes are available: None, Password Enable, and Lock Screen. The VM51616H’s password can also be changed here. To configure the VM51616H’s security settings from the Main Screen, use the Menu pushbutton to access the Menu page, then press pushbutton 4 to access the Security Mode page.
  • Page 39: Change Password

    Chapter 3. Front Panel Configuration 3. Press Menu to return to the Menu page. 4. Press Cancel to return to the previous step without saving. Change Password 1. To change the password for accessing the unit, press pushbutton 2. 1. Mode: None 2.
  • Page 40 VM51616H User Manual 4. Re-enter the new password in the following screen. The new password is applied by the VM51616H immediately. Re-enter New Password: * * * * If the password you entered does not match the one entered in the previous screen, an error message appears.
  • Page 41: Save To A Profile

    Chapter 3. Front Panel Configuration Save to a Profile The VM51616H allows users to store up to 32 of different connection profiles (numbered P1–P32) that can be saved and recalled later. The active Input-to-Output port connections on the LCD Main Screen is the configuration saved to a profile.
  • Page 42: Play/Stop The Profile Schedule

    VM51616H User Manual Play/Stop the Profile Schedule Press port pushbutton 2 to Play or Stop the active Profile Schedule. 1: Save to a Profile 2: Play the profile schedule 3: Turn Video Wall Off Turn Video Wall Off If a video wall is currently playing, the submenu will show as below. Press pushbutton 3 to Turn Video Wall Off.
  • Page 43: Profile Pushbutton

    Profile Scheduling (see page 44), not the profile list. This feature is only available while a schedule is playing. Press the Cancel pushbutton to exit. Note: If there are no profiles configured on the VM51616H device, an error message “No Available Profile” is displayed when the Profile pushbutton is pressed.
  • Page 44: Array Pushbutton

    VM51616H User Manual Array Pushbutton The ARRAY pushbutton allows users conveniently select the viewing mode and the input sources for the local display. Press the Array pushbutton to enter the setting page. Array Mode: Quad View Selected Input(s): --, --, --, --...
  • Page 45: Audio Pushbutton

    Chapter 3. Front Panel Configuration Audio Pushbutton The HDMI audio of the VM51616H can be extracted to the stereo audio. The AUDIO pushbutton lets users easily select an Input source for the stereo audio output or mute it. Press the Audio pushbutton to enter the setting page.
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  • Page 47: Chapter4

    Logging In To access the GUI, type the VM51616H’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: The default IP address is http://192.168.0.60...
  • Page 48: Main Page

    VM51616H User Manual Main Page The Main Page opens to the Profile List. This is where you configure the input to output connections by creating profiles. The page is divided into three parts: the Menu Bar, Profile List, and Profile Scheduling.
  • Page 49: Profile List

    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 32 differently configured profiles that can be saved and played by two methods: locally via the unit’s front panel pushbuttons and via the web GUI.
  • Page 50 VM51616H User Manual 5. Select the profile and click Apply. 6. The profile appears in the large Play window and the connections start: Note: More information about Profile List page options are provided on the next page.
  • Page 51: Importing/Exporting A Profile

    To export the VM51616H’s connection profiles, do the following: 1. Click Export Profiles. A configuration file will then begin downloading. To import connection profiles to the VM51616H, do the following: 1. Click Import Profiles. 2. Browse to the configuration file, select it and click Open.
  • Page 52: Profile List Options

    VM51616H User Manual Profile List Options Clicking a Profile and a pop-up menu opens with options. Profile Option Description Apply Click Apply to put the profile in the Play window. This allows you to start the profile connections. Edit Click Edit to configure the profile's input to output connections.
  • Page 53: Other

    Chapter 4. Browser Operation Option Description Removes the profile from the Play window. Other Option Description Show OSD Check Show OSD to show 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.
  • Page 54: Profile Scheduling

    VM51616H User Manual Profile Scheduling Profile Scheduling is located below the Profile List. Scheduling allows you to queue and play connection profiles in sequence for a specific amount of time. Option Description Click to edit profile schedule. Click to play profile schedule.
  • Page 55 Chapter 4. Browser Operation After selecting Edit, you will be presented with the following options. Option Description Click to add profiles to the schedule in the order to be played, left to right, then set the amount of time each profile plays. Click a profile for a pop-up menu to appear: Select Startup to use the profile as the starting point for the schedule.
  • Page 56: Connection Profiles

    VM51616H User Manual Connection Profiles After finishing the settings of Adding/Playing a Profile (see page 39), you are able to configure the connection profiles with inputs and outputs here. The Connection Profiles allow you to configure one or multiple inputs to one or multiple outputs that form various video layouts to fulfill diverse applications, such as digital signage, video wall, surveillance, etc.
  • Page 57: Profile Layout

    Chapter 4. Browser Operation Profile Layout Each blank icon represents an Output port and the connected display. The blank circle at the center shows the number of Input port selected for the display. The small number (upper-left corner) is the Output port for the display.
  • Page 58: Profile Options

    VM51616H User Manual Profile Options Option Description Click an icon to choose its Output and Video Input from the Display Preference menu (see page 51). Click multiple icons to Group Outputs (see Grouping, page 50) and choose the Video Input from the Display Preference menu.
  • Page 59: Blank Output

    Chapter 4. Browser Operation 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 51). Select a single icon to set the Output and Video Input for an independent display (see Independent Output, page 49).
  • Page 60: Grouping

    VM51616H User Manual Grouping 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 50).
  • Page 61: Display Preferences

    Chapter 4. Browser Operation Display Preferences Option Description Display Click Output icons for the Display Preferences menu to appear– to Preferences select the Output and/or Video Input port. Output Use the drop-down menu to select the Output port (Independent and single Blank icons only). If you select multiple displays the output ports selected will appear here.
  • Page 62: Number Of Displays / Bezel Dimensions / Audio Extract

    VM51616H User Manual Number of Displays / Bezel Dimensions / Audio Extract 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 (a maximum of 64 are supported).
  • Page 63: Grid View

    Chapter 4. Browser Operation Grid View The Grid View allows you to select the Input to Output connections using a simple grid. Select a box to coordinate Input Ports to Output Ports. By default, ports will be aligned so that i01 will correspond to o01, etc. Uncheck a box to disable the video for that Output Port.
  • Page 64 VM51616H User Manual Each Group and Independent Output has a unique color. This video wall has 1 Group and 2 Independent displays. The Group will show Video Input 01 across both displays as one large screen. The Independent displays will show the video from their own Video Input –...
  • Page 65: System Settings

    Chapter 4. Browser Operation System Settings Click the Settings link from the Main page for the System Settings to open on the General page: The General page allows you to edit Baud Rate, Language, and Fan settings as well as view device information. The User Account page allows you to add and edit user accounts.
  • Page 66 VM51616H User Manual The Local Output page allows users to configure the resolution, HDCP, and the Array Mode of the display device that is connected to the local HDMI port. Click Profile List to return to the Main page. Option Description Click Save to apply the settings.
  • Page 67: General

    Options include: 9600, 19200, 38400 and 115200. Fan Status This section displays the VM51616H’s fans’ statuses. The VM51616H also includes a drop-down menu which allows for manual selection of fan speed. Note: If the fans have stopped working, they will appear as follows.
  • Page 68: Other

    VM51616H User Manual Other Use the Language drop-down menu to select a preferred user interface language. Options include: English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese.
  • Page 69: User Account

    Note: This is an Administrator only function. Add account – Click the Add account button to add another user to the list. The VM51616H supports up to 32 users and allows up to 16 concurrent logins (see page 60 for more details).
  • Page 70: Add Account

    Permission Level, page 61). Click Create User to save the data. Click Cancel to discard the changes and exit. If a user is logged into the VM51616H’s GUI, their user settings cannot be edited, and the fields in this screen are grayed out.
  • Page 71: Permission Level

    The three available permission levels are as follows: Administrator – this level provides full access and control of the VM51616H, in addition to full User Management privileges. Advanced User – this level provides full access and control with no User Management privileges.
  • Page 72: Port Name

    VM51616H User Manual Port Name The Port Name page lets you name the input and output ports for easy identification. To name an Input/Output port, enter a descriptive name of up to 16 multi-language characters (excluding :;=[]+=/?\|) in the corresponding field and click Save.
  • Page 73: Network

    Telnet settings for connecting to the VM51616H. Enable DHCP to allow the DHCP server to assign an IP address to the VM51616H. Select Disable to enter your own static IP address settings for the device. Click Reset to use the following default values: IP Address –...
  • Page 74: Edid

    EDID The EDID Settings page lets users view and select an EDID Mode so that the VM51616H can use the best resolution for its display(s). Note: The EDID Mode can also be selected via the Front Panel pushbuttons – see EDID Mode, page 22.
  • Page 75: Edid Mode

    In the left panel of the page, users can select a pre-configured EDID Mode using the EDID Mode radio buttons. Select the EDID Mode to use and click Apply. The VM51616H uses the settings configured for that EDID mode. Options are: ATEN Default: All ports' EDID are the same as the hardware default EDID.
  • Page 76: Customized Mode

    Retrieve EDID: Click and a pop-up window appears to retrieve the EDID settings of a stored EDID configuration: Customized EDID 01- 16, or ATEN Default. Select the port to retrieve: The right panel displays a summary of the acquired EDID settings that you can edit.
  • Page 77: Edid & Cea Description

    Chapter 4. Browser Operation EDID & CEA Description The right panel of the screen lets users view the configuration of the EDID and CEA Modes selected: From the left column, click the option that you want to view and/or edit. There are two categories: EDID (Extended Display Identification Data) and CEA (Consumer Electronics Association).
  • Page 78: Customized Edid Settings

    VM51616H User Manual Customized EDID Settings The EDID structure is comprised of 128 bytes in total – each heading shown in the left column corresponds to a specific number of bytes. The pages for the pre-configured EDID Modes (Port 1, Default and Remix) cannot be edited.
  • Page 79 Chapter 4. Browser Operation Standard Timings This page shows eight resolutions/timings that display devices can support in addition to those listed in the Established Timings page. Select the H Active Pixel from the drop-down menu. Select the Aspect Ratio from the drop-down menu. Click Save to apply the changes.
  • Page 80 VM51616H User Manual Monitor Description This screen lets you specify the viewing specifications, namely horizontal and vertical scan ranges and pixel clock rate, of your monitor/display device. Enter the values that correspond to your device and click Save to apply the...
  • Page 81: Cea Settings

    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. Select the YCbCr mode applicable to your display and click Save.
  • Page 82 VM51616H User Manual Video Data This screen lists additional video resolution/timing displays that may be supported by devices other than PC monitors (for example, 1080i). Select the native resolution of the attached display device. Select the resolutions that work with the attached monitor/display device.
  • Page 83 Chapter 4. Browser Operation Audio Data This screen lets you select advanced audio configurations for your device. 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).
  • Page 84: Maintenance

    VM51616H User Manual Maintenance The Maintenance page lets users upgrade the VM51616H’s firmware and back up or restore system settings. This is an Administrator only function. To upgrade the VM51616H’s firmware, do the following: 1. Use the Browse button to locate the firmware upgrade file. Make sure you have the correct file saved on your PC.
  • Page 85: Hdcp

    Chapter 4. Browser Operation HDCP The HDCP page lets users view and set HDCP key settings between input and output ports for digital copy protection and to ensure seamless switching functionality between different devices. This is an Administrator and Advanced User only function. Input Here users can select whether input port content is HDCP 1.4 or non-HDCP enabled, either individually or by applying one setting to all ports.
  • Page 86: Osd/Cec

    VM51616H User Manual OSD/CEC The OSD/CEC page lets users view and set OSD and CEC settings for all ports. OSD: Sets the default OSD option for the port. When OSD is on, real- time text updates appear on the display for 10 seconds when configuration and port changes are made to its output.
  • Page 87: Video

    Chapter 4. Browser Operation Video The Video page allow you to set Seamless Switch™ options which determine how a display performs when the input port is changed. Note: When Seamless Switch™ is enabled: 1. The Transition, Period and Scale Resolution options can be enabled. 2.
  • Page 88 VM51616H User Manual Scale Resolution: Forces the port to scale the video displayed to the selected resolution. Use the top drop-down menu to apply an option to all ports, or use the lower drop-down menus to apply options per port.
  • Page 89: Local Output

    Chapter 4. Browser Operation Local Output The VM51616H is designed with a local HDMI output port that allows users to monitor multiple input sources in real time. The Local Output page allows users to configure the resolution, HDCP, and the Array Mode of the display device that is connected to the local HDMI port.
  • Page 90: Telnet Operation

    The VM51616H can be operated and configured via a remote terminal session using Telnet. To log into the VM51616H 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 VM51616H’s IP address in the following way: telnet [IP address]:23 3.
  • Page 91: Ip - Set Network Settings

    Chapter 4. Browser Operation 2. IP – Set network settings Set IP Address Old IP Address: 192.168.0.60 Old IP Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Old Gateway Address: 192.168.0.1 New IP Address: Set Subnet Mask Old IP Address: 192.168.0.60 Old IP Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Old Gateway Address: 192.168.0.1 New IP Address: 10.3.52.220 New IP Subnet Mask:...
  • Page 92: Lo - Load Connections From Profile

    VM51616H User Manual 3. LO – Load connections from profile LO 01 Load profile 01 OK. 4. PW – Change password Old password: ******** New password: 5. RI – Read what input is connected to nn output RI 01 Input port 02 04 is connected to output port 01 6.
  • Page 93: 11. Vr - Software Version Information

    Chapter 4. Browser Operation 11. VR – Software version information Software version 1.0. Note: All RS-232 commands in this manual are also applicable in Telnet mode, see RS-232 Commands, page 91. Note: For further information about these functions, please reference the equivalent Browser GUI functions earlier in this chapter.
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  • Page 95: Rs-232 Commands

    Chapter 5 RS-232 Commands Serial Control Protocol Commands The VM51616H’s built-in bi-directional RS-232 serial interface allows system control through a high-end controller or PC. RS232 Pin Assignment Description Description Not connected Not connected Not connected Not connected Not connected Not connected Configuring the Serial Port The controller’s serial port should be configured as follows:...
  • Page 96: Verification

    VM51616H User Manual Verification After entering a command, a verification message appears at the end of the command line as follows: Command OK - indicates that the command is correct and successfully performed by the switch Command incorrect - indicates that the command has the wrong format...
  • Page 97: Switch Port Command

    Chapter 5. RS-232 Commands Switch Port Command The Switch Port command allows you to switch ports on the VM51616H. The formula for the Switch command is as follows: Command + Input + Number + Output + Number + Group + Control + [Enter] 1.
  • Page 98 VM51616H User Manual Control Description Turn on the display Turn off the display Next Port Previous Port Note: 1. By default, input port 01 is tied to output port 01; input port 02 is tied to output port 02; and so on until port 04 (i.e., o01 i01, o02 i02).
  • Page 99: Edid Mode Command

    [Enter] The VM51616H implements the EDID of each connected display according to its connection when the VM51616H is first powered on, or immediately after selecting the Remix option. edid default [Enter] ATEN’s default EDID is passed to the video source.
  • Page 100: Mute Command

    VM51616H 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 + Group + Control + [Enter] 1. For example, to mute the audio coming from output port 1, type:...
  • Page 101 Chapter 5. RS-232 Commands The following table lists the available Mute commands: Cont Output Port Group Enter Description Command Number mand mute normal [Enter] Audio on for output port yy console (yy:01~16, *) mute normal [Enter] Audio off for output port yy (default) console (yy:01~16, *)
  • Page 102: Cec Command

    VM51616H User Manual CEC Command Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) allows interconnected HDMI devices to communicate and respond to the same remote control. The formula for the CEC command is as follows: Command + Output + Number + Control + [Enter] 1.
  • Page 103: Scaling Command

    Chapter 5. RS-232 Commands Scaling Command The Scaling command allows you to set a resolution for scaling the display connected to an output port. The formula for the Scaling command is as follows: Command + Output + Number 1 + Horizontal Resolution + Number 2 + Vertical Resolution + Number 3 + Frequency + Number 4 + Control + [Enter] 1.
  • Page 104 VM51616H User Manual Resolution Number Description vvvv Vertical resolution Frequency Description freq Frequency command for scaling Frequency Number Description Frequency resolution Control Description Turn off the scaling function (by pass mode) native Map display's native resolution for scaling (default) Note: 1. Each command string should be separated with a space.
  • Page 105 Chapter 5. RS-232 Commands Horiz Vertic Port Freq Comm ontal Contr Numb uenc Enter Description Resol Resol ution ution scaling 1920 1080 freq [Enter Scale output port yy to 1920x1080@ 60Hz yy: 01~16 or scaling 1280 freq [Enter Scale output port yy to 1280x720@6 yy: 01~16 or...
  • Page 106 VM51616H User Manual Horiz Vertic Port Freq Comm ontal Contr Numb uenc Enter Description Resol Resol ution ution scaling 1280 freq [Enter Scale output port yy to 1280x800@6 yy: 01~16 or scaling freq [Enter Scale output port yy to 720x576@50...
  • Page 107: Framesync Command

    Chapter 5. RS-232 Commands FrameSync Command The FrameSync command allows you enable or disable the Frame Synchronization function for VM51616H. The formula for the Scaling command is as follows: Command + Control + [Enter] For example, to enable the Frame Synchronization function, type:...
  • Page 108: Fan Speed Command

    VM51616H User Manual Fan Speed Command The Fan Speed command allows you to set the internal fan speed that cools the VM51616H. To set the fan speed, use the following command: Command + Control + [Enter] 1. For example, to set the fan to low speed, type:...
  • Page 109: Echo Command

    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.
  • Page 110: Black Screen Command

    VM51616H User Manual Black Screen Command The Black Screen command turns a display screen black when no source signal is detected. This prevents the display from showing the default blue or other color used when no source signal is detected.
  • Page 111: Read Command

    [Enter] View information about the device Reset Command The Reset command allows you to reset the VM51616H to the default factory settings. The formula for the Reset command is as follows: Command + [Enter] The following tables show the possible values for the Reset command:...
  • Page 112: Baud Rate Command

    Baud Rate Command The Baud Rate command allows you to set the RS-232 data rate for the VM51616H to use. Options are 9600, 19200 (default) 38400 and 115200. The formula for the Baud Rate command is as follows: Command + Control + [Enter] 1.
  • Page 113: Save/Load Profile Command

    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.
  • Page 114: Osd Command

    VM51616H User Manual OSD Command To enable or disable the On-Screen Display (OSD) for displays, use the following command: Command + Output + Number + Control + [Enter] 1. For example, to enable the OSD for output 07, type: osd o07 on [Enter] 2.
  • Page 115: Array Command

    Chapter 5. RS-232 Commands Array Command To set up an viewing mode (1x1, 1x2, 2x2, or 4x4) for the local display, use the following command: Command + Vertical + Number + Horizontal + Number + Input + Sequence + [Enter] 1.
  • Page 116 VM51616H User Manual Note: 1. Each command string should be separated with a space. 2. The viewing array supports modes of 1x1 (single), 1x2 (side by side), 2x2 (quad mode), or 4x4 (show all) only. 3. Use commas to separate the Input Ports when setting the Input Sequence.
  • Page 117: Alert Command

    Chapter 5. RS-232 Commands Alert Command To trigger a warning when issues arise for a specific input port, use the following command: Command + Input + Number + Control + [Enter] 1. For example, to enable the basic Alert function for input port 1, type: alert i01 m1 [enter] The following tables show the possible values for the Alert command: Command...
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  • Page 119: Appendix

    Appendix Safety Instructions General Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device. This product is for indoor use only. Do not place the device on any unstable surface (cart, stand, table, etc.). If the device falls, serious damage will result.
  • Page 120 VM51616H 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.
  • Page 121: Rack Mounting

    Appendix Rack Mounting Before working on the rack, make sure that the stabilizers are secured to the rack, extended to the floor, and that the full weight of the rack rests on the floor. Install front and side stabilizers on a single rack or front stabilizers for joined multiple racks before working on the rack.
  • Page 122: Technical Support

    VM51616H 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 http://www.aten-usa.com/support Technical Documentation Support Software Updates Telephone Support...
  • Page 123: Specifications

    Appendix Specifications Function VM51616H Video Input Interface 16 x HDMI Type A Female (Black) Impedance 100 Ω Max. Distance up to 5 m Video Interface 16 x HDMI Type A Female (Black) Output (Array Mode): 1 x HDMI Type A Female (Black) Impedance 100 Ω...
  • Page 124: Limited Warranty

    VM51616H 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 for any particular purpose.

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