ATEN VE8900, VE8952, VE8950 User Manual
HDMI over IP Video Extender
VE8900 / VE8950
4K HDMI over IP Video Extender with PoE VE8952
User Manual
www.aten.com
VE8900 / VE8950 / VE8952 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.
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.
Warning: Operation of this equipment in a residential environment could cause radio interference.
Suggestion: Shielded twisted pair (STP) cables must be used with the unit to ensure compliance with FCC & CE standards.
This 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.
Achtung: Der Gebrauch dieses Geräts in Wohnumgebung kann Funkstörungen verursachen.
KCC Statement:
RoHS
This product is RoHS compliant.
© Copyright 2021 ATEN® International Co., Ltd.
Released Date: 2021-01-14
ATEN andtheATEN logoareregisteredtrademarksofATEN InternationalCo.,Ltd.All rightsreserved. All other brand names and trademarks are the registered property of their respective owners. The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc.
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About This Manual
This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your VE8900 / VE8950 / VE8952 device and the ATEN VE Manager. It covers all aspects of installation, configuration, and operation. An overview of the information found in the manual is provided below.
Chapter 1, Introduction and Getting Started, introduces you to the features and purposes of VE8900 / VE8950 / VE8952 HDMI over IP Video Extenders.
Chapter 2, Hardware Setup, introduces you to panel components and provides step-by-step instructions for installing and setting up your VE8900 / VE8950 / VE8952 hardware.
Chapter 3, Panel Operation, provides LED indicator information and functions of the panel pushbuttons.
Chapter 4, Management, provides an overview of the VE Manager’s main screen and step-by-step instructions of creating and editing display layouts.
Chapter 5, System Settings, provides information on the general settings, and how to back up, restore, and upgrade the VE8900 / VE8950 / VE8952 system firmware.
Chapter 6, CLI Commands, provides information on required configurations for establishing sessions via telnet, TCP, or RS-232 serial signals, and list of supported CLI commands.
Chapter 7, Mobile Control App, provides information on installing, configuring, and using the application.
An Appendix, providesproductsafety instructions, technicalsupportdetails, and product specifications.
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Conventions
This manual uses the following conventions:
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1.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.
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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 |
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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:
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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 programs prove defective following their purchase, the buyer (and not the manufacturer, its distributor, or its dealer), assumes the entire cost of all necessary servicing, repair and any incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect in the software.
The manufacturer of this system is not responsible for any radio and/or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this device. It is the responsibility of the user to correct such interference.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any damage incurred in the operation of this system if the correct operational voltage setting was not selected prior to operation. PLEASE VERIFY THAT THE VOLTAGE SETTING IS CORRECT BEFORE USE.
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Package Contents
Check to make sure that all of the components are present and in good order. If anything is missing or was damaged in shipping, contact your dealer.
VE8900T
1VE8900 HDMI over IP Transmitter
1RS-232 Terminal Block
15V Power Adapter
4 Foot Pads
1 User Instructions
VE8900R
1VE8900 HDMI over IP Receiver
1RS-232 Terminal Block
15V Power Adapter
4 Foot Pads
1 User Instructions
VE8950T
1VE8950 4K HDMI over IP Transmitter
1RS-232 Terminal Block
15V Power Adapter
4 Foot Pads
1 User Instructions
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VE8950R
1VE8950 4K HDMI over IP Receiver
1RS-232 Terminal Block
15V Power Adapter
4 Foot Pads
1 User Instructions
VE8952R
1VE8952 4K HDMI over IP Receiver with PoE
1RS-232 Terminal Block
15V Power Adapter
4 Foot Pads
1 User Instructions
VE8952T
1VE8952 4K HDMI over IP Transmitter with PoE
1RS-232 Terminal Block
15V Power Adapter
4 Foot Pads
1 User Instructions
Read this manual thoroughly and follow the installation and operation procedures carefully to prevent any damage to the device or to any other connected devices.
Note: The VE8900 / VE8950 / VE8952 product firmware may have been updated with new features after the release of this manual. For an up-to- date VE8900 / VE8950 / VE8952 user manual, visit http:// www.aten.com/global/en/
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Contents
EMC Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iv Product Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iv User Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .vi Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .viii
1. Introduction and Getting Started
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Features and Benefits. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Getting Started Tasks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2. Hardware Setup
Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
VE8900T / VE8950T / VE8952T Rear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
VE8900R / VE8950R / VE8952R Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
VE8900T / VE8950T / VE8952T Top View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
VE8900R / VE8950R / VE8952R Top View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Mounting the VE8900 / VE8950 / VE8952 Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Wall Mount . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Rack Mount. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Connecting VE8900 / VE8950 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Connecting VE8952 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
3. Panel Operation
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Status LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Panel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Assigning Sources Using the Device Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
4. Management
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Looking Up the Login IP Address. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Looking Up the Login IP Address from OSD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Find My VE Extension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Start VE Manager using Find My VE Extension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Logging In and Configuring VE Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
The Main Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Apply / Auto Apply. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Assigning Sources Using VE Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Configuring and Setting Up a Video Wall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
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Creating a Video Wall Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Editing a Video Wall Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Editing a Preview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Creating a Profile. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Edit, Delete and Disconnect Profile. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
Edit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
Delete . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Disconnect. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Select / Apply Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Setup Profile Schedules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Managing VE8900 / VE8950 / VE8952 Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Checking VE8900 / VE8950 / VE8952 Statuses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
5. System Settings
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
General Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Transmitter Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Receiver Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Batch Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Upgrading VE8900 / VE8950 / VE8952 Device Firmware . . . . . . . . .61
Synchronizing All Devices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
Backing Up VE8900 / VE8950 / VE8952 Device Settings. . . . . . . . . .62
Restoring VE8900 / VE8950 / VE8952 Device Settings . . . . . . . . . . .63
Recovery Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
Account Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
6. CLI Commands
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65 Before You Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65 Executing Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66 Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68 Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68 Switching Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69 Examples. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69 Switching Video, USB, RS-232, and/or IR Paths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70 Examples. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70 Disabling Video, USB, RS-232, and/or IR Paths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71 Example. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71 Displaying Port-Switching Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72 Looking Up System Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73 Configuring Video Wall Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74 Examples. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74 Muting VE8900 / VE8950 / VE8952 Receivers or Video Walls . . . . .75 Examples. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
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Disabling a Video Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Enabling/Disabling the OSD Display of a Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Configuring the EDID Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Rebooting the VE8900 / VE8950 / VE8952 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Examples. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Setting the Baud Rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Examples. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Displaying Device Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Examples. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
7. Mobile Control App
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Main Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Live Views. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Switching a Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Switching Multiple Sources and Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Changing the Operation Mode of a Video Wall/Display . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Applying a Display Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Configuring the Profile Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
System Settings and Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Appendix
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Supported Browsers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Limited Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
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Introduction and Getting Started
Overview
The ATEN VE8900 / VE8950 / VE8952 Video over IP Extenders deliver visually lossless 1080p (VE8900) / 4K AV (VE8950 / VE8952) signals with low latency over long distance via a standard Gigabit Ethernet switch.
ATEN’s Video over IP solution is desiged toaddress thechallengesthat system integrators encounter when implementing AV over IP solutions and provides an effective, easy-to-use, and economical digital signage solution with the following features and advantages:
Limitless scalability and flexibility
No complicated IP setup
No additional server PCs or software required
Go further for less with daisy chaining
Flexible control with Mobile App
Convenient integration and installation
Engineered to meet today’s demands of large scale, multi-display, 1080p (VE8900) /4K (VE8950 / VE8952) signal transmission, and designed to be easy to set up and operate, the VE8900 / VE8950 / VE8952 Video over IP Extender is an ideal product for a wide range of environments, such as trade shows, airports, university campuses, conference centers, and shopping centers.
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Features and Benefits
Light weight Compression with Ultra-low Latency
Delivers visually lossless high-quality video up to 1080p @ 60 Hz (VE8900) / 4K @ 30 Hz 4:4:4 (VE8950 / VE8952)
Ensures stunning quality video using ATEN advanced video lossless compression technology
EDID Expert™ selects the optimum EDID settings for smooth power-up, high-quality display and the best video resolution across different screens
Offers different levels of video compression rate including Smooth, Balance, and High Quality for users to choose depending on practical usage
Power over Ethernet Support
Locate VE8952 anywhere without having to install additional power cabling and outlets
Note: Only VE8952 supports PoE function, and VE8900 / VE8950 does not.
Limitless Scalability and Flexibility
Extends AV connections from a simple point-to-point to a multi-point to multi-point setup via LAN without distance limitations
Offers multi-functionality in extender, splitter, matrix switch, video wall and daisy chain applications
Mix and match the latest 4K displays (VE8950 / VE8952) and 1080p screens (VE8900). The built-in scaler automatically scales up incoming video signal to match the maximum resolution of the connected display devices
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Collaboration with ATEN Control System
Integrated solution – Compatible with ATEN Control System, allowing users to directly operate VE8900 / VE8950 / VE8952 via CLI Telnet, RS232 protocol, or Mobile Control App
Effortless operation – One click to effectively operate VE Manager, TV, projector, source player, and related equipments via touch panel and keypad
Video Wall
*Users can choose VE8900R if 1080p video source is applied
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ATEN Control (Control Box)
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HDMI
Note:
Only VE8952 supports PoE and can be installed in combination with PoE Ethernet switches to reduce power cabling and additional power outlets.
For more information about choosing the Ethernet switch or bandwidth requirements; refer to the ATEN HDMI over IP Video Extender System Implementation Guide.
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Spontaneous Scheduling Management
Offers an user-friendly scheduling management function for users to preplan the display schedule
Provides robust and intuitive scheduling management options to help users to manage all events in the calendar to as detailed as to setting events to minute intervals
Integrates all VE89 units to arrange the profile by grouping individual receiver or video wall
Multiple profiles can be arranged to play in any order over a selected period of time
No Complicated IP Setup
Simple configuration that requires no extensive IT experience or extra learning
Effortlessly switches among input sources via top panel pushbuttons
Web GUI-Based Management, No Additional Server PCs or Software Required
Simple Access – Without typing IP address on Chrome browser, users are allowed to directly link to VE Manager via one click on “Find My VE” Chrome based free tool
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Go Further For Less with Daisy Chaining
Connects multiple displays through a single port to utilize every port of the Ethernet switch and maximize their value
Easily expandable – cabling and system deployment is easy with no huge Ethernet switches and fewer cables needed
Perfect for large-scale deployment covering hundreds of meters, such as hotel facilities, airports, university campuses, stations, shopping malls, and exhibition centers
Note:
Depending on your network architecture, we recommend daisy chaining up to 30 units. Please contact ATEN representatives for more details.
For Daisy Chain installation setup for VE8952 units, only the first level of VE8952 supports PoE powering function. All the other VE8952 units installed on the second level or above will need power adapter and PoE does not work.
Network
HDMI
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Note: 1. VE8952 PoE function does not support power delivery under daisy chain installation.
2. Use daisy chains to configure a video wall or expand the AV system hundreds of meters
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Video Wall Support
Supports up to 8 x 8 video wall (64 displays)
Supports horizontal or vertical (90° and 270° rotation) display orientation
Easily switches layout profiles, preview and drag-and-drop video sources via the intuitive web GUI
Note: If you experience issues related to your network architecture, please contact ATEN representatives for support.
Embedded / De-embedded Audio Support
For VE8900T / VE8950T / VE8952T – separate audio signal can be embedded into the HDMI stream
For VE8900R / VE8950R / VE8952R – audio stream can be extracted from the HDMI stream and delivered as a separate audio signal
Multiple Control Channels
Multiple control methods – the system can be managed via Ethernet or top-panel pushbuttons
USB Connectivity – USB port (USB 2.0) allows for connection of devices such as keyboard, mouse, flash drive, printer, and other USB peripherals*
Bi-directional IR Channel – IR transmission is processed one way at a time
RS-232 Channel – bi-directional RS-232 serial port allows for connection of peripherals such as touch screens and bar code scanners
Note: Each VE8900 / VE8950 / VE8952 transmitter can be controlled by a total of 4 USB touch screens installed to VE8900 / VE8950 / VE8952 receivers.
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Chapter 1. Introduction and Getting Started
Getting Started Tasks
Follow the steps below to install, connect, configure, and get started with your VE8900 / VE8950 / VE8952 devices.
1.Decide your network architecture and configuration. For more information, see the ATEN HDMI over IP Video Extender System Implementation Guide.
2.Mount your VE8900 / VE8950 / VE8952 devices on walls or racks. For more information, see Mounting the VE8900 / VE8950 / VE8952 Device, page 14.
3.Connect the VE8900 / VE8950 / VE8952 devices to sources, displays, network, and other hardware devices as required. For more information, see the installation diagrams on Connecting VE8900 / VE8950, page 15, and Connecting VE8952, page 18.
4.Use one of the following methods to assign input sources.
Note: Skip this step if you have a point-to-point setup. In a point-to-point setup, source input is automatically assigned.
Assign input sources using the device panel.
For more information, see Assigning Sources Using the Device Panel, page 24.
Assign input sources using VE Manager.
For more information, see Logging In and Configuring VE Manager, page 31 and Find My VE Extension, page 27.
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Chapter 2
Hardware Setup
Before you proceed to hardware setup:
1.Please review the safety information regarding the placement of this device in Safety Instructions, page 95.
2.Do not power on the VE8900 / VE8950 / VE8952 device until all the necessary hardware is connected.
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VE8900T / VE8950T / VE8952T Front View
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HDMI Input Port |
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VE8900T / VE8950T / VE8952T Rear View
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LANPortwith |
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Power Jack |
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VE8900R / VE8950R / VE8952R Front View
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RS-232 Serial Port |
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Bi-directional IR Port |
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VE8900R / VE8950R / VE8952R Rear View
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LAN 1 Port |
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LAN 2 Port |
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Power Jack |
Connects to the DC power adapter to provide power to the unit. |
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Prev (+) / Next |
Assign ID numbers on VE8900 / VE8950 devices. |
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Assign the source video (transmitter) for the receiver. |
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Mounting the VE8900 / VE8950 / VE8952 Device
Wall Mount
Secure or hang the VE8900 / VE8950 / VE8952 device to the wall using the built-in brackets.
Rack Mount
Use the VE-RMK1U Rack Mount Kit to rack-mount the VE8900 / VE8950 / VE8952. For more information about this accessory, go to www.aten.com/ products
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Connecting VE8900 / VE8950
Follow the steps below to connect your VE8900 / VE8950 devices with the hardware as required.
Note:
For details on LED indicators to help you identify statuses of connection or signal transmission, see Status LEDs, page 21.
For a list of compatible ATEN products, visit the VE8900 / VE8950 product web page at www.aten.com
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1.Connect the HDMI In port on the VE8900T / VE8950T device to the HDMI Out port on your video source device using an HDMI cable.
2.Connect the HDMI Out port on the VE8900R / VE8950R device to the HDMI In port on your display device using an HDMI cable.
3.Depending on your deployment type, connect your VE8900T / VE8950T and VE8900R / VE8950R to the same LAN.
Point-to-point deployment: directly connect the LAN 1 Ports of your VE8900T / VE8950T and VE8900R / VE8950R with an RJ-45 cable.
Splitter and matrix deployment: connect the LAN 1 Ports of your VE8900T / VE8950T and VE8900R / VE8950R to the same Ethernet switch with RJ-45 cables.
4.Plug the Power Adapter into the Power Jack on the VE8900T / VE8950T and VE8900R / VE8950R devices.
5.(Optional) Connect an RS-232 serial device or peripheral to the RS-232 Serial Port on your VE8900R / VE8950R device. This device can be a computer, a touch screen, a bar code scanner, or a control system.[1]
6.(Optional) Connect an IR transmitter/receiver cable to the IR Bidirectional Ports of your VE8900T / VE8950T and VE8900R / VE8950R devices.[1]
7.(Optional) Connect USB peripherals to the USB Type-A Ports on your VE8900T / VE8950T and VE8900R / VE8950R devices.[1] [2]
8.(Optional) Connect an audio device to the VE8900R / VE8950R Audio Jack.[3]
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1.The IR, RS-232, and USB signal transmissions are disabled by default. To enable the functions, go to System Settings > Receiver > IR/RS232 or
USB in VE Manager and select the signal source.
2.Each VE8900 / VE8950 transmitter can be controlled by a total of 4 USB touch screens installed to VE8900 / VE8950 receivers.
3.To receive HDMI audio on the VE8900 / VE8950 transmitter, make sure to configure the following in VE Manager:
Set the transmitter to receive HDMI audio:
Go to System Settings > Transmitter > Audio In in VE Manager and change the setting to HDMI.
To allow for 5.1 or 7.1 surround sound on a VE8900 / VE8950 receiver, do the following:
a)In VE Manager, go to System Settings > Transmitter, access the configuration window for the corresponding transmitter, and then set EDID to Manual.
b)From the VE Manager’s preview area, click on the ... icon and select EDID to allow transmission of the receiver’s EDID to the transmitter.
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Connecting VE8952
Follow the steps below to connect your VE8952 devices with the hardware as required.
Note:
For details on LED indicators to help you identify statuses of connection or signal transmission, see Status LEDs, page 21.
For a list of compatible ATEN products, visit the VE8952 product web page at www.aten.com
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Chapter 2. Hardware Setup
1.Connect a video source device to the HDMI Input Port on the VE8952T using an HDMI cable.
2.Connect a video display device to the HDMI Output Port on the VE8952R using an HDMI cable.
3.Set up the VE8952 units as follows. The diagram above illustrates a point - to-point setup.
Point-to-point setup
a)Connect one end of an Ethernet cable to the LAN Port on the VE8952T and the other end of the cable to the VE8952R’s LAN Port.
b)Plug the power adapters into the Power Jacks on the VE8952T and VE8952R.
Multipoint-to-multipoint setup
a)Install the VE8952T and VE8952R to the same local area network by connecting the LAN Ports to an Ethernet switch using Ethernet cables.
b)The VE8952 can be powered on through an Ethernet cable if the unit is connected to a PoE-supported Ethernet switch. Alternatively plug the power adapters into the Power Jacks on the VE8952T and VE8952R.
Note: When power supply is available from the power adapter and Ethernet cable (PoE), the supply from the power adapter will be prioritized.
4.(Optional) To bypass RS-232 signals, connect your computer or control system to the RS-232 Serial Ports on the VE8952.
5.(Optional) To bypass IR signals, plug the IR Receiver to the Bi-directional IR Port on the VE8952T/VE8952R, depending on where you wish to operate the remote controller and the IR Transmitter to the VE8952T/ VE8952R.
6.(Optional) To use keyboard and mouse, connect your USB peripherals such as keyboard and mouse to the VE8952R’s USB Type-A Ports and your PC to the VE8952T’s USB Type-B Port.
7.(Optional) Connect your audio devices to the Audio Input Port on the VE8952T and Audio Output Port on the VE8952R.
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Note:
1.The IR, RS-232, and USB signal transmissions are disabled by default. To enable the functions, go to System Settings > Receiver > IR/RS232 or
USB in VE Manager and select the signal source.
2.Each VE8952 transmitter can be controlled by a total of 4 USB touch screens installed to VE8952 receivers.
3.To receive HDMI audio on the VE8952 transmitter, make sure to configure the following in VE Manager:
Set the transmitter to receive HDMI audio:
Go to System Settings > Transmitter > Audio In in VE Manager and change the setting to HDMI.
To allow for 5.1 or 7.1 surround sound on a VE8952 receiver, do the following:
a)In VE Manager, go to System Settings > Transmitter, access the configuration window for the corresponding transmitter, and then set EDID to Manual.
b)From the VE Manager’s preview area, click on the ... icon and select EDID to allow transmission of the receiver’s EDID to the transmitter.
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