ATEN VPK312 User Manual

12-key Network Remote Pad

VPK312 User Manual

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VPK312 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.

CE Warning: Operation of this equipment in a residential environment could

cause radio interference.

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.

Suggestion: Shielded twisted pair (STP) cables must be used with the unit to

ensure compliance with FCC & CE standards.

Achtung: Der Gebrauch dieses Geräts in Wohnumgebung kann Funkstörungen verursachen.

RoHS

This product is RoHS compliant.

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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:

International 886-2-8692-6959

China 86-400-810-0-810

Japan 81-3-5615-5811

Korea 82-2-467-6789

North America 1-888-999-ATEN ext 4988

1-949-428-1111

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

 1 VPK312 12-key Network Remote Pad

 1 Faceplate

 1 Pack of Button Caps

 1 Power Adapter

 1 2-pole Terminal Block

 1 User Instructions

Note: Make sure that all of the items are present and in good order. If anything

is missing or was damaged in shipping, please contact your dealer for further assistance.

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Contents

EMC Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii

RoHS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii

User Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii

Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iv

About this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .vi

Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii

Product Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii

1. Introduction and Getting Started

Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Getting Started Tasks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

2. Hardware Setup

Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Installing a Terminal Block to a Power Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

3. Administrator Settings

Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Supported Web Browsers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Logging in via Host Presentation Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Logging in by Typing Remote Pad’s IP Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

The Remote Pad’s IP Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Configuring the Key Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Exporting and Importing Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Firmware Upgrades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Configuring the Network Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Web Console. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

IP Installer Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Restoring System Defaults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Appendix

Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

CAD Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Panel Mount Cutout Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

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About this Manual

This user manual is provided to help you get the most from the Remote Pad unit.

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 12-key

Network Remote Pad. Its purpose, features, benefits, and getting-started tasks

are described.

Chapter 2, Hardware Setup introduces the panel components of the 12-key

Network Remote Pad and the steps to quickly and safely set up the device.

Chapter 3, Administrator Settings provides information about configuring the

Remote Pad’s key layout and its system settings.

Appendix provides a list of safety instructions and precautions, contact

information for ATEN technical support, product specifications, and other

technical information.

Note:

 Read this manual thoroughly and follow the installation and operation

procedures carefully to prevent any damage to the unit or any connected

devices.

 ATEN regularly updates its product documentation for new features and

fixes. For an up-to-date Remote Pad documentation, visit

http://www.aten.com/global/en/

Conventions

This manual uses the following conventions:

Monospaced Indicates text that you should key in.

[ ] Indicates keys you should press. For example, [Enter] means to

press the Enter key. If keys need to be chorded, they appear together in the same bracket with a plus sign between them: [Ctrl+Alt].

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 open the Start menu, and then select Run.

Indicates critical information.

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→ Run means to

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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Chapter 1

Introduction and Getting Started

Overview

The VPK312 is a 12-key, network-based remote pad designed for operation control of ATEN Presentation Switches. The VPK312 Remote Pad offers an intuitive control interface of ATEN Presentation Switches using a wallmountable keypad. Created with flexibility in mind, the key layout is made customizable to meet different application requirements.

Configuring the Remote Pad is easy. Simply pair the Remote Pad with a Presentation Switch and assign key functions via the web consoles. With up to 6 Remote Pads allowed for one Presentation Switch, the Remote Pad provides an scalable and affordable control of Presentation Switches and is perfect for any meeting room, class room, or lecture room.

Features

 12-key Network Remote Pad for ATEN Presentation Switches

 Easy paring with a Presentation Switch via the Presentation Switch’s web

console

 Simple configuration via the web GUI

 Fully customizable for the functions and layout of the keys

 Dual-color button LEDs for clear indication and visibility  Power redundancy supported when both DC power and Power over

Ethernet (PoE) are supplied

 Convenient reset of system and network settings using the built-in reset

button

 Firmware upgradable  Engraved buttons for intuitive port indication and operation

Note: For a list of compatible products, visit the product web page.

Chapter 1. Introduction and Getting Started

Getting Started Tasks

Refer to the following table for a list of getting started tasks.

Getting Started Tasks Step-by-step Instructions

1. Preparation:

 Decide an installation location for your

Remote Pad.

 Obtain login credentials of the

Presentation Switch.

2. Install your Remote Pad. See Installing the Remote Pad,

3. Pair the Remote Pad with a Presentation Switch via the Presentation Switch’s web console.

4. Configure key functions via the Presentation Switch or the Remote Pad’s web console.

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See the user manual of the host Presentation Switch.

See Configuring the Key Layout, page 10.

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