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VM0404HB / VM0808HB User Manual About this Manual This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your VM0404HB / VM0808HB system. It covers all aspects of installation, configuration and operation. An overview of the information found in the manual is provided below.
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Introduction Overview The ATEN VanCryst VM0404HB / VM0808HB is a True 4K HDMI Matrix Switch series that offers an easy and affordable way to route any of 4 / 8 HDMI video sources to any of 4 / 8 HDMI displays. Featured with the superior video...
VM0404HB / VM0808HB User Manual Features Connects up to 4 (VM0404HB) or 8 (VM0808HB) HDMI sources to any of 4/8 HDMI displays Supports True 4K resolutions up to 4096 x 2160 @ 60Hz (4:4:4) Multiple Control Methods – system management via front-panel...
Chapter 1. Introduction Requirements The following devices are required for a complete VM0404HB / VM0808HB 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.
VM0404HB / VM0808HB User Manual Browsers Supported web browsers are shown in the table below: Java Version Browser Version Windows 2016 V1.8.0_161 Windows 2012 R2 V1.8.0_161 Windows 10 V1.8.0_161 edge 40.15063.0.0 Firefox 58.0.2 Chrome Opera baidu 8.7.5000.4969 Windows 8.1 V1.8.0_161 Windows 7 SP1 V1.8.0_161...
Main Screen, page 17. Input Pushbuttons These pushbuttons refer to the HDMI Input ports found on the VM0404HB rear panel. Press to select the Input port. These pushbuttons may also correspond to menu options, connection profiles (P1–P4) and so on.
Ethernet Port In order to access the VM0404HB’s Browser Graphical User Interface (GUI), the VM0404HB must be connected to your network. The cable that connects the VM0404HB to your LAN plugs in here. See Cable Connection, page 13, for further details...
Chapter 1. Introduction VM0808HB Front View Component Description LCD Display The LCD Display gives a quick view of all port connections, and shows the various options for configuring and operating the VM0808HB. For full details, see Main Screen, page 17. Input Pushbuttons These pushbuttons refer to the HDMI Input ports found on the VM0808HB rear panel.
VM0404HB / VM0808HB User Manual VM0808HB Rear View Component Description Power Socket This is a standard 3-pin AC power socket. The power cord from an AC source plugs in here. Power Switch This is a standard rocker switch that powers the unit on and off.
Press Input source pushbuttons 1–8 to select the Input source you want to display on a selected output 1–8 (see IR Remote Control Operation, page 32). The VM0404HB's IR remote control only supports use the 1~4 Input Note: and 1~4 Output pushbuttons.
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Keyboard Power On function. Rack Mounting The VM0404HB / VM0808HB 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.
To prevent damage to your installation, it is important that all devices are properly grounded. 1. Use a grounding wire to ground the VM0404HB / VM0808HB by connecting one end of the wire to the grounding terminal, and the other end of the wire to a suitable grounded object.
2. If using the Browser Operation features (see Browser Operation, page 35), plug a Cat 5e cable from the LAN into the VM0404HB / VM0808HB’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 VM0404HB / VM0808HB’s female RS-232 port.
Chapter 3 Front Panel Configuration Overview The VM0404HB / VM0808HB can be configured and operated locally via the front panel LCD/pushbuttons and IR Remote Control; remotely over a standard TCP/IP connection via graphical user interface (GUI) using a web browser; via a remote terminal session using Telnet;...
If the Password screen / LCD Menu fails to load, an error message displays. Reset the unit and try again. If you are accessing the VM0404HB / VM0808HB 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).
Chapter 3. Front Panel Configuration Main Screen The Main Screen shows the Input ports in the top row, which are tied to the Output ports shown in sequential order (1–4 or 1–8) at the bottom row. INPUT 1 2 5 5 1 1 OUTPUT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 The front panel pushbutton label (1–4 or 1–8) corresponds to the Input...
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VM0404HB / VM0808HB User Manual (Continued from previous page.) 2. To disconnect an Output port from an Input port, press the corresponding Output port pushbutton. In the example below, Output port 2 has been disconnected from Input port 3. To switch to another Input port, press any Input port pushbutton. The Output port LED(s) tied to the said Input port will flash.
Chapter 3. Front Panel Configuration Output Port Selection Use the Output Port pushbuttons to select the Output port you want to configure. INPUT 1 2 5 5 1 1 3 4 OUTPUT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 To select which output display corresponds to each input source device, do the following: 1.
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VM0404HB / VM0808HB 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 them tied. In the example below, Input port 3 has been pressed and is now connected to Output ports 2, 3 and 4.
Chapter 3. Front Panel Configuration LCD Menu Organization The VM0404HB / VM0808HB has a built-in configuration utility via the front panel LCD, which can be controlled by pressing the MENU and front panel Input pushbuttons (1–4 or 1–8). User can cycle through the menu options,...
The values in the LCD Menu are read-only and can be edited via the Browser GUI (Network, page 51). IP Address / Subnet Mask To view the VM0404HB / VM0808HB’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.
Chapter 3. Front Panel Configuration Serial Port Setting To configure the VM0404HB / VM0808HB’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 8: Next Baud Rate Setting To set the VM0404HB / VM0808HB’s baud rate, do the following:...
Output Resolution To configure the VM0404HB / VM0808HB’s operation mode settings from the Main Screen, use the Menu pushbutton to access the Menu page, press 8 or to navigate to the next page, then press pushbutton 1 to access the Operation Mode page.
3: Remix Uses the EDID of each connected display according to its connection when the VM0404HB / VM0808HB 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.
VM0404HB / VM0808HB User Manual Output Status To configure the Output Status settings for each output port, do the following: 1. From the Operation Mode page, press 8 or to go to the next page, then press pushbutton 1: 1: Output Status 7: Back 2.
Chapter 3. Front Panel Configuration Security Mode The Security Mode page allows users to manage the VM0404HB / VM0808HB’s security-related settings. Three security modes are available: None, Password Enable, and Lock Screen. The VM0404HB / VM0808HB’s password can also be changed here.
3. In the New Password field, the cursor flashes at the first digit. Enter the new password using the front panel number pushbuttons VM0404HB: (1111–4444) or VM0808HB: (1111–8888). New Password: * * * * 4.
Chapter 3. Front Panel Configuration Save to a Profile The switch allows users to store up to 8 (VM0404HB) or 16 (VM0808HB) (numbered P1-P8 or 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.
VM0404HB / VM0808HB User Manual Play/Stop the Profile Schedule Inputting port pushbutton 2 will Play or Stop the active Profile Schedule. 1: Save to a Profile 7: Back 2: Play the Profile Schedule If there’s no pre-defined Profile Schedule, an error message shows.
Press the Cancel pushbutton to exit. Note: If there are no profiles configured on the VM0404HB / VM0808HB device, an error message “No Available Profile” is displayed when the Profile pushbutton is pressed.
Before using the remote control, a user must first plug the IR External Receiver into the rear panel of the VM0404HB / VM0808HB and place the receiver where the IR signal can be reached (see IR Remote Control, page 10).
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.
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For full details, see the sections that follow. Logging In To access the GUI, type the VM0404HB / VM0808HB’s IP address into the address bar of any browser. If a Security Alert dialog box appears, accept the certificate –...
VM0404HB / VM0808HB User Manual Main Page The Main Page opens the Connection Table. This is where you configure the input to output connections and create profiles. The page is divided into four parts: the Menu Bar, Connection Table, Profile List, and Profile Scheduling.
Chapter 4. Browser Operation Connection Table The Connection Table shows the input to output connections. 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.
VM0404HB / VM0808HB User Manual Save the change to the Connection Table only by selecting No. (see Profile List, page 40 for details) Click Apply to save the configuration changes to the Connection Table. Note: When the Connection Table is imported from a Profile, clicking...
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.
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 (VM0404HB) or 16 (VM0808HB) differently configured profiles that can be saved and played by two methods: locally via the unit’s front panel pushbuttons (see Play/Stop the Profile Schedule, page 31) and via the web GUI.
Chapter 4. Browser Operation 3. New profiles appear in the Profile List, as shown here: 4. Click a Profile from the Profile List opens a drop-down menu. Click to import the configurations to the Connection Table, and then click to start the connections. Profile List Options Clicking a Profile from the Profile List opens a drop-down menu with options.
To export the VM0404HB / VM0808HB’s connection Profiles, do the following: 1. Click . A configuration file will then begin downloading. To import connection Profiles to the VM0404HB / VM0808HB, do the following: 1. Click 2. Browse to the configuration file, select it and click Open.
Chapter 4. Browser Operation Profile Scheduling Profile Scheduling is located below the Connection Table. Scheduling allows you to queue and play connection profiles in sequence for a specific amount of time. Option Description Click to edit profile schedule. Click to play profile schedule. When a Profile Schedule is playing the On Sequence box will appear in the Play window.
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VM0404HB / VM0808HB User Manual After selecting Edit, you will be presented with the following options. Option Description Click to add profiles to the schedule in the order to be played, left to right, then set the amount of time each profile plays.
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 and Language, and view device information. The User Account page allows you to add and edit user accounts. The Port Name page allows you to name each input and output port.
VM0404HB / VM0808HB User Manual General The General page has three sections: Serial Settings, Device Info, and Other. Serial Settings Use the Baud Rate drop-down menu to select a serial port setting. Options include: 9600, 19200, 38400 and 115200. Device Info This section lists the device’s type, Model Name, Firmware Version and port...
Note: This is an Administrator only function. Add account – Click the Add account button to add another user to the list. The VM0404HB / VM0808HB supports up to 32 users and allows up to 16 concurrent logins (see page 48 for more details).
Click Create User to save the data. Click Cancel to discard the changes and exit. If a user is logged into the VM0404HB / VM0808HB’s GUI, the user settings cannot be edited, and the fields in this screen are grayed out.
The three available permission levels are as follows: Administrator – this level provides full access and control of the VM0404HB / VM0808HB, in addition to full User Management privileges. Advanced User – this level provides full access and control with no User Management privileges.
Save. Input and Output port names can be the same. Press Cancel to go back a level, return to the initial screen, or exit. Note: The VM0404HB will only have four Output Port and four Input Port fields to name.
Telnet settings for connecting to the VM0404HB / VM0808HB. Enable DHCP to allow the DHCP server to assign an IP address to the VM0404HB / VM0808HB. Select Disable to enter your own static IP address settings for the device. Click Reset to use the following default values: IP Address –...
The EDID Settings page lets users view and select an EDID Mode so that the VM0404HB / VM0808HB can use the best resolution for its display(s). Note: The EDID Mode can also be selected via the Front Panel pushbuttons –...
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 VM0404HB / VM0808HB uses the settings configured for that EDID mode.
Retrieve EDID: Click and a pop-up window appears to retrieve the EDID settings of a stored EDID configuration: Customized EDID 01- 08, or ATEN Default. Select the port to retrieve: The right panel displays a summary of the acquired EDID settings that you can edit.
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).
VM0404HB / VM0808HB 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.
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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.
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VM0404HB / VM0808HB User Manual In the drop down menu, choose a resolution with values that fit the attached monitor/display device and click Save. 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.
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.
VM0404HB / VM0808HB 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.
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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).
This will ensure the GUI refreshes and functions properly. To back up the VM0404HB / VM0808HB’s system settings, do the following: 1. Click Backup. A configuration file will then begin downloading.
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 between different devices. This is an Administrator and Advanced User only function.
VM0404HB / VM0808HB User Manual Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) allows interconnected HDMI devices to communicate and respond to one remote control. To set the CEC for each port, do the following: Use the drop-down menu to apply options to all ports, or...
The VM0404HB / VM0808HB can be operated and configured via a remote terminal session using Telnet. To log into the VM0404HB / VM0808HB by means of a Telnet session, do the following: 1. On your computer, open a terminal (command line) session.
VM0404HB / VM0808HB User Manual 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...
Chapter 4. Browser Operation 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.
VM0404HB / VM0808HB User Manual 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 69. Note: For further information about these functions, please reference the...
Chapter 5 RS-232 Commands Serial Control Protocol Commands The VM0404HB / VM0808HB’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...
VM0404HB / VM0808HB 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...
Chapter 5. RS-232 Commands Switch Port Command The Switch Port command allows you to switch ports on the VM0404HB / VM0808HB. The formula for the Switch command is as follows: Command + Input + Number + Output + Number + Control + [Enter] 1.
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VM0404HB / VM0808HB User Manual Note: 1. By default, input port 01 is tied to output port 01; input port 02 is tied to output port 02; and so on until port 08 (i.e., o01 i01, o02 i02). 2. Each command string should be separated with a space.
Implement the EDID of all connected displays. The VM0404HB / VM0808HB uses the best resolution for all displays. defaultyy Implements one of the 18 ATEN default EDID configuration. (yy: 00~17, default is 00) Note: Each command string should be separated with a space.
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[Enter] Implement the EDID of all connected displays. The VM0404HB / VM0808HB uses the best resolution for all displays. The following table lists the 18 ATEN default EDID configurations that can be selected via the RS-232 command line: Default EDID No. Configuration...
VM0404HB / VM0808HB User Manual Mute Command Mute allows you to disable or enable audio for one or all output ports. 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:...
Description CEC command Output Command Description Output command Port number Description VM0404HB: 01~04 (default is 01) VM0808HB: 01~08 (default is 01) All output ports Control Description Disable CEC (default) Enable CEC Note: Each command string should be separated with a space.
VM0404HB / VM0808HB User Manual Echo Command The Echo function updates the RS232 controller when operations are made via the front panel pushbuttons, web browser, or telnet. The changes echo back to the RS232 controller to keep the settings in sync with the device.
Chapter 5. RS-232 Commands Black Screen Command The Black Screen command turns a display screen black when no source signal is detected. This prevents the display from showing the default blue or other color used when no source signal is detected. The formula for the Black Screen command is as follows: Command + Control + [Enter] 1.
CEC status, EDID settings and the firmware version Reset Command The Reset command allows you to reset the VM0404HB / VM0808HB to the default factory settings. The formula for the Reset command is as follows: Command + [Enter] Note: Each command string should be separated with a space.
Baud Rate Command The Baud Rate command allows you to set the RS-232 data rate for the VM0404HB / VM0808HB to use. Options are 9600, 19200 (default), 38400, and 115200. The formula for the Baud Rate command is as follows: Command + Control + [Enter] 1.
VM0404HB / VM0808HB User Manual 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.
Chapter 5. RS-232 Commands Power on Detection Command Power on Detection command allows you to enable or disable the Power on Detection function for the VM0808HB. The formula for the Power on Detection command is as follows: Command + Control + [Enter] 1.
VM0404HB / VM0808HB User Manual RS232 Pin Assignment Description Description Not connected Not connected Not connected Not connected Not connected Not connected...
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.
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VM0404HB / VM0808HB 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.
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.
VM0404HB / VM0808HB 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...
Appendix Specifications Function VM0404HB VM0808HB Video Input Interface 4 x HDMI Type A 8 x HDMI Type A Female (Black) Female (Black) Impedance 100 Ω Max. Distance 1.8 m / 4K@60Hz (4:4:4) Video Interface 4 x HDMI Type A 8 x HDMI Type A...
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