Datapath VSN 600 MICRO User Manual
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WALL CONTROLLER
USER GUIDE
Version 1.0.3
Table of Contents
Disclaimer/Copyright Statement..................................................................................................5
Quick Start Guide........................................................................................................................6
Contents.........................................................................................................................................................................6
Step 1 - Keyboard and Mouse..........................................................................................................................................6
Step 2 - Connect to a Network (Optional)........................................................................................................................7
Step 3 - Connect Input Source..........................................................................................................................................7
Step 4 - Connect Control Screen (Optional) and Monitors................................................................................................8
Step 5 - Powering up the System.....................................................................................................................................9
Step 6 - Windows®7 Setup.............................................................................................................................................10
Step 7 - Activate Windows®7..........................................................................................................................................10
Step 8 - Windows®10 Setup...........................................................................................................................................11
Step 9 - Display Setup Windows® 7................................................................................................................................12
Step 10 - Display Setup Windows® 10............................................................................................................................13
Step 11 - WallControl 10 (Optional)................................................................................................................................14
Chapter 1 - Introduction.............................................................................................................16
1.1 Introduction.............................................................................................................................................................16
1.2 Systems ..................................................................................................................................................................16
1.3 How the User Guide is Organised.............................................................................................................................16
1.4 Fonts and Symbols..................................................................................................................................................16
1.5 Terminology and Denitions....................................................................................................................................17
Chapter 2 - Safety......................................................................................................................18
2.1 Safety Precautions.................................................................................................................................................18
2.2 Unpacking and Initial Inspection.............................................................................................................................19
Chapter 3 - General....................................................................................................................20
3.1 Overview.................................................................................................................................................................20
3.2 Associated Output/Input Cards and Related Products..............................................................................................20
3.3 Product Datasheets.................................................................................................................................................20
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Chapter 4 - Hardware.................................................................................................................21
4.1 VSNMicro 600.........................................................................................................................................................21
4.2 Power Supply Modules (RPSU System)...................................................................................................................22
Chapter 5 - Cabling....................................................................................................................23
5.1 Connecting the Keyboard and Mouse.....................................................................................................................23
5.2 Connecting to a Network (Optional).......................................................................................................................23
5.3 Connecting Input Sources.......................................................................................................................................24
5.4 Connect Monitors and Control Screen (Optional)....................................................................................................24
5.5 Connecting Power Cables.......................................................................................................................................26
Chapter 6 - Operation................................................................................................................27
6.1 Switching On..........................................................................................................................................................27
6.2 Initial System Boot on Delivery...............................................................................................................................27
6.3 Initial System Boot on Delivery (Windows® 10)......................................................................................................29
6.4 Opening WallControl 10 (Optional).........................................................................................................................31
6.5 Opening Wall Control-red/SQX (Optional) ..............................................................................................................32
6.6 Displaying Video Captures.......................................................................................................................................33
Chapter 7 - Software..................................................................................................................35
7.1 WallControl 10 (Optional)........................................................................................................................................35
7.2 WallControl 10 - Features and Tools.........................................................................................................................35
7.3 Opening WallControl 10...........................................................................................................................................36
7.4 Wall Control (Optional)............................................................................................................................................39
7.5 Wall Monitor (Optional)...........................................................................................................................................42
7.6 Vision Application (Optional)...................................................................................................................................44
7.7 Software Utilities.....................................................................................................................................................46
Chapter 8 - Technical Support.....................................................................................................47
8.1 Technical Support ...................................................................................................................................................47
Chapter 9 - Maintenance...........................................................................................................48
9.1 Filter Maintenance.................................................................................................................................................48
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Chapter 10 - Environmental .......................................................................................................49
10.1 Certication and Compliances...............................................................................................................................49
Chapter 11 - Specications.........................................................................................................50
11.2 Technical Specication - VSNMicro 600.................................................................................................................51
Chapter 12 - Warranty................................................................................................................52
12.1 Warranty Statement..............................................................................................................................................52
12.2 RMA Returns Policy...............................................................................................................................................52
Chapter 13 - Advanced Users......................................................................................................54
13.2 Verify RAID (Optional 480GB SSD Upgrade)...........................................................................................................54
13.2.2 Degraded RAID Array ..........................................................................................................................................54
13.3 Installing CODEC Packs to Play Video.....................................................................................................................55
13.4 Firmware Updates..................................................................................................................................................55
13.5 Restoring to Factory Settings..................................................................................................................................55
Index........................................................................................................................................57
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Disclaimer/Copyright Statement
© Datapath Ltd, England 2016
Datapath Limited claims copyright on this User Guide. No part of this User Guide may be reproduced, released, disclosed,
stored in any electronic format, or used in whole or in part for any purpose other than stated herein without the express
permission of Datapath Limited.
Whilst every eort is made to ensure that the information contained in this User Guide is correct, Datapath Limited make no
representations or warranties with respect to the contents thereof, and do not accept liability for any errors or omissions.
Datapath reserves the right to change specication without prior notice and cannot assume responsibility for the use made of
the information supplied. Datapath Limited acknowledges all registered trademarks used within this User Guide.
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Quick Start Guide
A version of the Quick Start Guide is included below for your convenience.
Contents
Main System
VSNMicro 600 system
Power Supply Modules (RPSU only)
Mouse/Keyboard
Recovery Media
Cables/Adapters
Accessories Pack
PCIe card product leaets
Build Log
MAC Address Labels
Each Datapath VSNMicro 600 is custom built to order therefore the components, number and type of input and output cards
will dier from system to system.
Contained within the documentation pack are PCIe card product leaets which give details on how the cards are installed and
any accessories which may accompany them.
Step 1 - Keyboard and Mouse
Connect Keyboard and Mouse to USB Ports.
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Step 2 - Connect to a Network (Optional)
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Step 3 - Connect Input Source
Input Connectors
As each system is custom built, the number and type of inputs will dier from system to system. Contained within the
documentation pack is a Build Log detailing the PCIe cards installed and where they are located on the backplane. The
enclosed Product leaets give details on how the cards are connected.
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Step 4 - Connect Control Screen (Optional) and Monitors
4 x 2 Video Wall
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Control Screen
(Optional)
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Monitor 1
Monitor 2
Monitor 3
Monitor 4
Monitor 5
Monitor 6
Monitor 7
Monitor 8
Connect graphic outputs to
monitors using DisplayPort cables.
(Not supplied)
Many of our wall controllers are congured to use a control screen (Internal Graphics Device) prior to leaving the factory. If
required, connect the control screen to the motherboard as shown above. If a control screen is not required, the BIOS settings
will require changing. For instructions consult the system User Guide which can be found on the Recovery Media.
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Step 5 - Powering up the System
If you have an ATX powered system, go straight to step 2 below.
For systems with an RPSU:
During transit, the Power Supply Modules are removed therefore you are required to t them prior to using your VSNMicro 600.
To t the Power Supply Modules, remove the all packaging and carefully slide them into the power supply unit on the rear of the
system with the protective grill uppermost. You will feel and hear a rm click when they are in place. For detailed
instructions on how to t the Power Supply Modules see the system User Guide which can be found on the Recovery Media.
Never use force when inserting the Power Supply Modules as this can cause damage not covered under the Datapath warranty.
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Ensure Power Supply Modules are correctly tted.
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Connect power cables (single cable for ATX) then plug into and turn on the mains supply.
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Switch on the system.
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Step 6 - Windows®7 Setup
The Product key is lo-
cated behind the front
panel. Gently pull
away the front panel
for access.
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Computer Name:
It is recommended that only Internet-standard characters are used in the computer name. The standard characters are the
numbers 0 through to 9, upper and lower-case letters from A through to Z and the hyphen character. Computer names cannot
consist entirely of numbers, contain spaces or use special characters such as: < > ; : “ ?* + = \ | ? ,.
Step 7 - Activate Windows®7
Start | Computer | Properties | Activate Windows now.
Select the appropriate method available.
To view the product key, gently pull away the front panel of the VSNMicro 600. The front panel is held in place using a series of
magnetic points.
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Step 8 - Windows®10 Setup
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Enter localisation details.
Computer Name:
It is recommended that only Internet-standard characters are used in the computer name. The standard characters are the
numbers 0 through to 9, upper and lower-case letters from A through to Z and the hyphen character. Computer names cannot
consist entirely of numbers, contain spaces or use special characters such as: < > ; : “ ?* + = \ | ? ,.
There is no requirement for users to activate Windows® 10, activation is done automatically.
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Step 9 - Display Setup Windows® 7
All Datapath wall controllers have pre-congured settings for the wall layout and screen resolution. Change settings using the
TWIN tab:
Start | Control Panel | Appearance and Personalization | Adjust screen resolution.
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Step 10 - Display Setup Windows® 10
Start | Control Panel | Display | Change Display Settings
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Step 11 - WallControl 10 (Optional)
Start | All Programs | WallControl 10 - Server
Before opening the Client interface you will need to start the Server by clicking on it in the Programs menu. The WallControl 10
Client will only detect servers that are running.
Start | All Programs | WallControl 10 - Client
When WallControl 10 is opened for the rst time you will be prompted to take a Quick Start Tour of the application. It is strongly
recommended that you take the tour prior to using the application.
The WallControl 10 - User Interface
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1 Indicates the server you are connected too.
2 A representation of the display wall associated with the server.
3 Sources Tab - Displaying all the sources connected to the server for use on the your display wall.
4 Layouts Tab - Used to save, recall and share display wall layout congurations.
5 Templates Tab - Use templates to assist in the design of specic display wall layouts.
Click on the display wall representation to open the display wall tab.
Sources
Display Wall
Tab
Display Wall
Representation
When opened, the display wall tab shows a live representation of the physical wall and the sources available to display on it. To
place a source on the video wall, simply click on the required source in the sources tab and drag it onto the display wall
representation.
The application help le contains videos explaining how multiple sources can be selected, how to use and create templates and
how to save, recall and share layout les.
Note:
If you have Wall Control-red installed, please refer to the system User Guide which can be found on the Recovery Media.
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Chapter 1 - Introduction
1.1 Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Datapath VSNMicro 600. The wall controller has been manufactured and
tested to the highest standards oering unparalleled quality and reliability. The aim of this user guide is to assist you through
the installation of the system safely and eectively and act as a reference guide for future use. Do not switch on the system
until all the relevant cables have been connected.
1.2 Systems
The system covered by this user guide is the VSNMicro 600 display wall controller.
1.3 How the User Guide is Organised
The user guide is broken down into chapters and each chapter into sections. Chapters, sections and pages are numbered
individually. Pages are numbered in Arabic numerals with the exception of the cover page (no numbering).
1.4 Fonts and Symbols
1.4.1 Fonts
The font used throughout the user guide is Corbel however the following font styles mean:
Bold = Used to describe menu titles, buttons in software or elements that you must type exactly as shown in the Command Line
Interface
Ellipsis (...) - Parameter that can be repeated several times in a command line.
Between brackets ([]) - Optional items.
Between braces ({}) - Set of choices (separated by I) from which you must choose only one.
Italic = Information that must be supplied by the user
Courier = Indicates code or program output.
Blue Underlined = Indicates a hyper-link. Some hyper-links may be linked to external live websites.
1.4.2 Symbols
Symbols are used throughout this user guide to assist the user in quickly identifying important safety information and notes.
Yellow triangle indicates that failure to observe the instructions could result in injury
and/or damage to the system.
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Lifting precautions should be considered.
White arrow in a blue box indicates a useful tip.
White exclamation mark in a blue box indicates important information.
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Introduction
1.5 Terminology and Denitions
1.5.1 BIOS
Basic Input/Output System: Used during system boot up to initialise and test system hardware and load the operating system.
Each BIOS is specically designed to work with a particular motherboard.
1.5.2 Control Screen
Some systems are shipped with the BIOS congured to boot the system o the onboard graphics device. This output can then
be used as the Control Screen for a typical video wall. The content of the control screen is not displayed on the video wall
desktop and can be used to host the Wall Control application window.
1.5.3 SDK
Software Development Kit: A set of software development tools which allows the creation of certain applications
1.5.4 WallControl 10 (Optional)
WallControl 10 provides users with the interface required to quickly and eectively manage content that include video captures,
IP streams and local applications. Users are able to place any input source on any part of the Video Wall using a simple drag
and drop operation. Precise positioning of each piece of content can be achieved through the mouse and keyboard, or via the
revolutionary template tool.
1.5.5 Wall Control-red (Optional)
An optional software application for controlling and managing Vision, IP-Camera and third party application windows on a
Datapath Wall Controller. Providing a graphical representation of the video wall and a toolbar through which to manipulate all
available input sources and applications. Can also be used oine.
1.5.6 Wall Monitor (Optional)
A software application that enables the user to monitor the temperatures and voltages of system components.
1.5.7 Screen Order
The order in which the screens appear on the display wall.
1.5.8 SQX
SQX is Datapath’s collective name for its video streaming and compression technologies.
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Chapter 2 - Safety
2.1 Safety Precautions
To prevent damage to your Datapath product or injury to personnel operating the equipment, please read the following safety
precautions prior to operation. These instructions should be made available to all those who will use and operate Datapath
products.
2.1.1 Power Supply
All Datapath products require a mains power supply. This power supply must be disconnected when equipment is being
upgraded or relocated.
2.1.2 Cables
Do not expose cables to any liquids; doing so may cause a short circuit which could damage the equipment. Do not place heavy
objects on top of any cables as this can cause damage and possibly lead to exposed live wires.
2.1.3 Ventilation
All computer equipment should be located in a well ventilated area. All ventilation holes on the computer casing must be kept
clear of any obstruction at all times. Failure to do so will result in the system over heating and damaging your equipment.
2.1.4 Working Environment
The equipment should be located in an environment free from dust, moisture and extreme changes in temperature and should
be placed on a stable and solid work surface. Liquids (hot/cold drinks etc) should not be placed near the equipment as spillage
could cause serious damage.
2.1.5 Gas/Flammable Liquids
Electronic equipment should never be used in the presence of gas or any ammable liquid, doing so could result in an explosion
or serious re.
2.1.6 Smoke/Unusual Smells
Should you notice smoke or unusual smells being emitted from your system, turn o and unplug the system from the mains
supply. The system should then be passed to a qualied technician for inspection. Continued operation could result in personal
injury and damage to property.
2.1.7 Maintenance
Apart from what is detailed in this user guide, maintenance should only be carried out by competent technicians, any Datapath
plug-in cards that are physically damaged should be returned to Datapath for repair using Datapath RMA procedures.
2.1.8 Replaceable Batteries
Caution: Risk of explosion if batteries are replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the local laws /
regulations and manufacturer’s instructions.
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