Extron electronic DVR 68-1998-01 User Manual
VNM Recorder
VN-Matrix® Recorder
User Guide
Streaming A/V Products
68-1998-01 Rev. C
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device, pursuant to part15 of the FCC rules. The ClassA limits 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,
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Specifications Availability
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Trademarks
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Commands are written in the fonts shown here:
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C:\Program Files\Extron
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From the File menu, select New.
Click the OK button.
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Contents
Introduction ............................................1
About this Guide .............................................. 1
About the VNM Recorder ................................ 1
Overview of Recorded Streams ................... 2
Overview of Stream Playback ...................... 2
About RAID5 Storage .................................. 3
Transport Protocols Used for Streaming .......... 3
Multicast RTP — An Overview ..................... 4
Unicast RTP — An Overview ....................... 5
Unicast TCP — An Overview ....................... 6
Definitions ........................................................ 7
Features .......................................................... 7
Panels and Cabling .................................8
Installation Overview ........................................ 8
Front Panel Features ........................................ 8
Rear Panel Features ...................................... 10
Recorder Configuration and Hardware
Setup ...................................................... 12
Setup Overview ............................................. 12
VNM Recorder Power Up Procedure ............. 13
Login Information ....................................... 14
VNM Recorder Power Down Procedure ......... 15
Using the Front Panel ................................ 15
Using the Keyboard and Mouse ................. 16
Choosing the Controller Device...................... 16
Configuring the VNM Recorder ...................... 17
Default Network Settings ........................... 17
Configuring the Network and
IP Address Settings .................................. 17
Configuring the VN‑Matrix Encoders
and Decoders ............................................... 22
About the
Web-based
User Interface ........................................ 23
Overview of the Web‑based User Interface .... 23
Accessing the Web‑based User Interface ...... 24
Web‑based User Interface Control Options .... 25
Device List Page ........................................ 26
Recorder Device Page ............................... 28
Recorder Page .......................................... 30
Navigate Page ........................................... 32
Player Page ............................................... 35
Advanced Configuration ................................ 38
Config Page ............................................... 38
Accounts Page .......................................... 41
VN‑Matrix Encoder and
Decoder Configuration .................................. 42
About the Content Directory ...............43
Overview ....................................................... 43
Content Directory Basics ............................... 44
Setting a Stream Storage Location ................ 45
Creating a Directory ....................................... 45
Understanding Saved Recordings
With Multiple Elements ................................. 46
Renaming a Stream or Directory .................... 47
Deleting a Stream or Directory ....................... 47
VNM Recorder • Contents v
Recording and Playing Streams ........... 48
Initial Setup and Configuration ....................... 48
Setting up a VN‑Matrix Codec
as a Decoder ............................................ 48
Setting up a VN‑Matrix Codec
as an Encoder .......................................... 49
Switching a Codec
between Encoder and Decoder ................ 50
Recording a Stream ....................................... 50
Recording Preparation ............................... 50
Initialize Recording ..................................... 51
Stop Recording ......................................... 51
Playing a Recorded Stream ........................... 52
Playback Preparation ................................. 52
Initialize Playback ....................................... 53
Pause Playback ......................................... 53
Stop Playback ........................................... 53
Start and Finish Times ............................... 53
Auto Repeat .............................................. 53
Using Bookmarks .......................................... 54
File Structure ............................................. 54
Playback of Bookmarked Streams ............. 54
Deleting Bookmarks .................................. 54
Reference Information .........................62
Included Parts ............................................... 62
Firmware Updates ................................. 63
Preparing the Firmware .................................. 63
Gathering Firmware Installation Information .... 64
Installing the Firmware ................................... 65
Browser Configuration ......................... 68
Microsoft Internet Explorer
(version 7 or above) ...................................... 68
Mozilla Firefox (version 1.3 or above) ............. 71
Mounting ............................................... 72
Tower Installation ........................................... 72
Rack Installation ............................................ 72
UL Guidelines for Rack Mounting ............... 72
Rack Mounting .......................................... 73
About Alarms ........................................ 55
Overview ....................................................... 55
Alarms Page .................................................. 56
Filter Settings ............................................. 56
Alarm Type ................................................ 57
Alarm Severity............................................ 57
Applying Alarm Filter Settings .................... 57
Alarm List .................................................. 58
Alarm Logs Page ........................................... 59
Alarm Reference Tables ................................. 60
Alarm Type Description
— Encoder ............................................... 60
Alarm Type Description
— Decoder ............................................... 61
Alarm Type Description
— System Controller ................................ 61
VNM Recorder • Contents vi
Introduction
This section provides an overview of the user guide and describes the Extron
VN‑Matrix (VNM) Recorder and its features. Topics that are covered include:
z About this Guide
z About the VNM Recorder
z Transport Protocols Used for Streaming
z Definitions
z Features
About this Guide
This guide contains installation, configuration, and operating information for the
VNM Recorder.
In this guide:
z The term "recorder" refers specifically to the VNM Recorder.
z The term "codec" refers to either a VN‑Matrix encoder or decoder.
z The term "stream" refers to multimedia that is constantly received by (and normally
presented to) an end‑user while being delivered by a VN‑Matrix encoding device.
z The term "element" refers to the video/graphics, audio, data, and whiteboard
(user data) content that is contained within a stream.
About the VNM Recorder
The VNM Recorder connects to a network and is used to digitally record and play back
multiple PURE3® streams via the IP network of VN‑Matrix encoders and decoders. The
VNM Recorder is used with any VN‑Matrix application to document, archive, review, and
play back highly sophisticated or demanding AV imagery.
The VNM Recorder has the ability to record PURE3 encoded IP streams on each channel.
Up to five PURE3 streams can be recorded or played back on a single recorder. PURE3
streams recorded together maintain proper synchronization on playback.
The VNM Recorder uses a network storage architecture which makes systems highly
scalable and flexible. Storage capacity can be increased or decreased based on the number
of inputs, recording time, and archiving requirements.
VNM Recorder • Introduction 1
Figure 1 shows a typical VNM Recorder application, which includes a single VN‑Matrix
codec. The application shown in figure 1 can operate in recording mode or playback mode.
Source
TCP/RTP
Control PC
LAN-1
LAN-2
TEST
Network
STATUS
ALARM
VN-MATRIX 300 SERIES
SERIAL DIGITAL VIDEO OVER IP
VN-Matrix Codec
Target
Display
TCP/RTP
VNM Recorder
Figure 1. VNM Recorder Application Diagram
Overview of Recorded Streams
The following information is associated with recorded streams when using the
VNM Recorder.
z Recorded streams are stored as files on the VNM Recorder.
z Each recording contains (as a minimum) a video element.
z A recording may also include elements containing audio, data, and whiteboard
information (if these are present and enabled at the encoder). If these are selected
for storage, each element is stored as an individual file under the same directory.
z Each recording may contain up to five channels.
z Each channel originates from a VN‑Matrix encoder device (or a VN‑Matrix codec
configured as an encoder).
Overview of Stream Playback
The following information is associated with stream playback when using the VNM Recorder.
z When a recording is selected for playback that contains multiple elements, the
necessary files and channels (a maximum of five channels are supported) are loaded.
z The files that are loaded in each channel are treated as a single recording and may
not be split.
z The video content, which is assigned to channel 1, is always played.
z The audio, data, and whiteboard elements may be enabled or disabled for playback
(when present in the recording).
z During playback, the audio, whiteboard, and data elements are always slaved to
their respective video stream. In other words, all channels are slaved to the video
stream on channel 1.
VNM Recorder • Introduction 2
About RAID5 Storage
RAID storage is a system which allows hard drives to be linked together to form a single
large capacity storage device that offers superior performance, storage capacity, and
reliability over other storage solutions.
The VNM Recorder uses RAID5 storage. RAID5 storage provides the following advantages.
z Increased storage performance.
z Full data redundancy which allows for data backup in the event of a hard drive failure.
z A hard drive is set aside as a hot spare drive which is used to automatically rebuild the
data of a failed drive and allow the system to recover.
Transport Protocols Used for Streaming
The source data from a VN‑Matrix encoder can be distributed to multiple displays/decoders
(one‑to‑many) or to a single display/decoder (point‑to‑point). A previously recorded stream
can be distributed in the same way and may be thought of as an encoder in this context.
A stream may be transported from the source (encoder, recorded stream) to the display
(decoder) using one of three methods:
z Multicast Real‑time Transport Protocol (RTP)
z Unicast Real‑time Transport Protocol (RTP)
z Unicast Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)
By default, the VNM Recorder provides a choice of unicast RTP or unicast TCP transport
protocols. A multicast transport protocol may be configured if required (see Multicast
Enable on page 40 of the Config Page section).
NOTES:
• During playback of a recorded stream, the default transport protocol used is unicast
R T P.
• When a stream is recording, the VNM Recorder may be considered as a display
(decoder) device.
VNM Recorder • Introduction 3
Multicast RTP — An Overview
Multicast RTP allows a source to be displayed on multiple displays. This method uses a
real‑time variation of UDP (User Datagram Protocol) called RTP (Real‑time Transport
Protocol).
LAN-1
LAN-2
STATUS
VN-MATRIX 225 SERIES
RGB/DVI OVER IP
Encoder sends data using RTP
to a multicast group.
SOURCE
RTP RTP
Network
RTP
RTP
RTP
LAN-1
LAN-2
STATUS
LAN-1
LAN-2
STATUS
LAN-1
LAN-2
STATUS
LAN-1
LAN-2
STATUS
VN-MATRIX 225 SERIES
RGB/DVI OVER IP
VN-MATRIX 225 SERIES
RGB/DVI OVER IP
VN-MATRIX 225 SERIES
RGB/DVI OVER IP
VN-MATRIX 225 SERIES
RGB/DVI OVER IP
RTP
Multiple decoders can be
part of the multicast group.
DISPLAYS
Figure 2. Multicast RTP Streaming
The source encoder uses RTP to send data to a multicast group. The source does not need
to know the IP address of the decoders that are using the source.
RTP provides very low latency which is important for video streaming. Unlike other
protocols, RTP packets include a time stamp. If packets are received in the wrong
order, they are sorted into the correct order for display or discarded if the time stamp is
out‑of‑date.
However, because RTP is a connectionless protocol, data delivery is not guaranteed.
When data packets are lost (for example, due to excessive network traffic), the
VN‑Matrix 200 / 225 / 300 / 325 devices carefully manage the data stream to minimize any
image disruption.
VNM Recorder • Introduction 4
Unicast RTP — An Overview
Similar to multicast RTP, this method uses a real‑time variation of UDP protocol, called
unicast RTP. This method can be used where the network infrastructure does not support
multicast traffic. Typically, this protocol is used for point‑to‑point configuration (single source
to single display), but can be configured to use up to a maximum of four displays.
NOTE: The encoder sends an individual stream to each decoder. This means that the
total bandwidth of the VN‑Matrix system increases as more decoders are added.
LAN-1
LAN-2
STATUS
VN-MATRIX 225 SERIES
RGB/DVI OVER IP
RTP (1-4)
Encoder sends data using RTP
to up to 4 specified decoders.
SOURCE
Network
RTP 1
RTP 2
RTP 3
RTP 4
LAN-1
LAN-2
STATUS
LAN-1
LAN-2
STATUS
LAN-1
LAN-2
STATUS
LAN-1
LAN-2
STATUS
VN-MATRIX 225 SERIES
RGB/DVI OVER IP
VN-MATRIX 225 SERIES
RGB/DVI OVER IP
VN-MATRIX 225 SERIES
RGB/DVI OVER IP
VN-MATRIX 225 SERIES
RGB/DVI OVER IP
DISPLAYS
Figure 3. Unicast RTP Streaming
RTP provides very low latency which is important for video streaming. Unlike other
protocols, RTP packets include a time stamp. If packets are received in the wrong
order, they are sorted into the correct order for display or discarded if the time stamp is
out‑of‑date.
However, because RTP is a connectionless protocol, data delivery is not guaranteed.
When data packets are lost (for example, due to excessive network traffic), the
VN‑Matrix 200 / 225 / 300 / 325 devices carefully manage the data stream to minimize any
image disruption.
VNM Recorder • Introduction 5
Unicast TCP — An Overview
This method transports data using standard TCP (Transport Control Protocol) and should
only be used for single point‑to‑point transfer of data.
TCP is a connection‑based protocol and, therefore, data is guaranteed to be delivered.
However, in the event of excessive network traffic, delivery may be delayed which will impact
real‑time performance.
LAN-1
LAN-2
STATUS
Encoder
SOURCE
VN-MATRIX 225 SERIES
RGB/DVI OVER IP
TCP
Network
TCP
LAN-1
LAN-2
STATUS
VN-MATRIX 225 SERIES
RGB/DVI OVER IP
Decoder makes a TCP
connection with a
specified encoder.
DISPLAYS
Figure 4. Unicast TCP Streaming
The decoder defines which source to connect to. Other than defining an IP address and
source type (if required), no special source encoder setup is required.
VNM Recorder • Introduction 6
Denitions
PURE3 — PURE3 is specifically designed for network transmission of real time media (such
as video or graphics, audio, data, and whiteboard elements). It features both spatial and
temporal image compression, which allows for efficient bandwidth usage.
z PURE3 streams always contain video or graphic elements.
z PURE3 streams may contain audio, data, and whiteboard elements that are associated
with the video and graphic elements.
Streaming media (stream) — This term refers to multimedia that is constantly received
by (and normally presented to) an end‑user while being delivered by a streaming provider.
Internet television is a commonly streamed medium. Streaming media (stream) in this guide
refers to a PURE3 media stream that is produced by a VN‑Matrix encoding device.
Device license — This term refers to the number of licensed features that are available on
a device within a VN‑Matrix system. All devices contain a default license that offers a default
level of functionality. See Licensed Features panel on page 29 of the Recorder Device
Page section for information about device licenses.
NOTE: The VNM Recorder contains a default license that allows for five recorder
channels and five player channels. It is currently not possible to change the license on
the VNM Recorder.
Controller license — This term refers to the license that is supplied to the device
designated as the system controller. See Controller Licensing on page 42 of the
Accounts Page section for information about controller licenses.
Data — This refers to the transfer method of data between an encoder and a decoder. Data
input is created at the encoder, placed into the PURE3 stream, and sent to the decoder. The
data is received in the same form that it was transmitted. This method of data transfer is
unidirectional and can only be sent from an encoder to a decoder.
Whiteboard (wb) data — Also known as annotation data, whiteboard data outputs text
and/or simple pointer annotation onto local displays that are connected to VN‑Matrix
encoders or decoders. This type of data is bidirectional, which allows a decoder to send
whiteboard data to an encoder.
Features
z Record, synchronize, and play back up to five visually lossless PURE3 encoded VN‑
Matrix streams over IP.
z Digitally record and play back video/graphics, audio, and data.
z Virtual switching of video, graphics, and audio over IP.
z Point to point and long distance distribution.
z Link multiple recorder units together for applications requiring recording for more than
five streams.
z The VNM Recorder is a scalable and flexible system.
VNM Recorder • Introduction 7
Panels and Cabling
This section provides information on:
z Installation Overview
z Front Panel Features
z Rear Panel Features
Installation Overview
1. Turn off and disconnect the VNM Recorder and all existing devices.
2. Mount the recorder, if necessary, as described in the Mounting section on page 72.
3. Connect any necessary devices to the recorder (see Front Panel Features below and
Rear Panel Features on page 10).
4. Reconnect and power on all devices.
Front Panel Features
NOTE: Some features listed in this user guide may not be available on some units. This
will not affect the overall functionality of the VNM Recorder.
The front panel of the VNM Recorder is shown in figure 5.
Figure 5. VNM Recorder Front Panel
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4 5
6
7
SCA / SATA drive panel — This panel houses the RAID5 hard drives. One hard drive
a
is referred to as a hot spare drive, which is a drive that is inactive until an active drive
fails. When an active drive fails, the hot spare drive rebuilds the data of the failed drive
so that the system can recover.
VNM Recorder • Panels and Cabling 8
Power button — This is the main power button, which is used to apply or turn off the
1
2
b
main power. When the main power is turned off, standby power is actively supplied to
the recorder.
CAUTION: If the recorder requires service, disconnect the power supply from the
recorder before proceeding.
Reset button — Use this button to reboot the recorder.
c
Status LEDs — Six LEDs are used to provide the status of the VNM Recorder (see
d
figure 6).
Power
Drive Activity
Overheat/Fan Failure
Network Activity (1)
Power Supply/Fan Failure
Network Activity (2)
Figure 6. Status LED Icons
z Power LED — This LED lights when the recorder is receiving power.
z Drive Activity LED — This LED indicates drive activity when flashing or flickering.
NOTE: This light may not respond and an audible alarm may go off if a
hard drive has failed. Check to see if a hard drive has failed and replace if
necessary.
z Network Activity LED (1) — This LED flashes to indicate activity on the first
network.
z Network Activity LED (2) — This LED flashes to indicate activity on the second
network.
z Overheat and Fan Failure LED — When this LED is flashing, it indicates that a
fan has failed inside the recorder. When the LED is continuously lit, it indicates that
the recorder has achieved a condition which may cause it to overheat. This LED will
remain flashing or on for as long as these conditions exist.
NOTE: If the LED is continuously lit, the condition may be caused by cables
obstructing the airflow of the recorder or the ambient room temperature.
Check the routing of the cables and make sure all fans are operating
normally. If necessary, move the recorder to a cooler location or adjust the
room temperature.
z Power Supply/Fan Failure LED — When this LED is lit, it indicates a power
supply fan has failed. The power supply module has a redundant backup fan that
will increase its speed to compensate, but the power module should be replaced as
soon as possible.
NOTE: The recorder may operate louder than usual until the power supply is
replaced.
USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports — Insert any compatible USB device into these
e
ports. Use an external USB storage device with these ports to update the system.
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CD/DVD drive — Insert any compatible CD or DVD into this drive. This drive is used for
f
system updates or software installation.
3.5 inch floppy drive — This drive accepts 3.5 inch floppy disks.
g
Rear Panel Features
NOTE: Some features listed in this user guide may not be available on all units. This will
not affect the overall functionality of the VNM Recorder.
The rear panel connections of the VNM Recorder are shown in figure 7.
17
2
1
3 6 95 11 12
4
Figure 7. VNM Recorder Rear Panel Connections
Power input (IEC connector) — Plug a standard IEC power cord into this connector
a
to connect the recorder to a 100 to 240 VAC, 50 Hz or 60 Hz power source.
Alarm Reset button and LED — When the recorder overheats or when a hard drive
b
fails, an audible alarm is activated and the LED turns on to indicate that there is a
problem with the device. Press this button to turn the alarm off.
PS/2 mouse connector (optional) — Connect a PS/2 mouse to this port.
c
PS/2 keyboard connector (optional) — Connect a PS/2 keyboard to this port.
d
USB (Universal Serial Bus) connectors — Insert any compatible USB device into
e
these ports.
7 8 1910 13 14
18
15 16
Parallel/Printer connector (not used)
f
COM1 serial connector (not required) — Connect a compatible device to this 9‑pin
g
serial port.
COM2 serial connector (not required) — Connect a compatible device to this 9‑pin
h
serial port.
Ethernet connector (eth0) — Connect a RJ‑45 cable to this port. This port connects
i
to a primary network and is the default network port that should be used to connect to
a VN‑Matrix network.
Ethernet connector (eth1) — Connect a RJ‑45 cable to this port. This port connects
j
to a secondary network.
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Center/Subwoofer connector (not required; orange) — Connect a compatible
k
center speaker or subwoofer to this port.
Line in connector (not required; blue) — Connect a compatible line in device to
l
this 3.5 mm port. Use this port to play external audio through the sound card of the
recorder.
Rear speaker connector (not required; black) — Connect a compatible rear
m
speaker to this 3.5 mm port.
Front speaker connector (not required; lime) — Connect a compatible front
n
speaker to this 3.5 mm port.
Side speaker connector (not required; gray) — Connect a compatible side speaker
o
to this 3.5 mm port.
Microphone connector (not required; pink) — Connect a compatible microphone to
p
this port.
VGA connector — Connect a compatible VGA monitor to this port.
q
7-pin connector (not active/used)
r
DVI connector — Connect a compatible DVI monitor to this port.
s
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Recorder
Conguration and
Hardware Setup
This section provides information on how to configure the VNM Recorder so that it will
work within a VN‑Matrix system. After completing this chapter, see the "About the
Web-based User Interface" section on page 23 for information about controlling the
VNM Recorder using a control PC.
Topics that are covered include:
z Setup Overview
z VNM Recorder Power Up Procedure
z VNM Recorder Power Down Procedure
z Choosing the Controller Device
z Configuring the VNM Recorder
z Configuring the VN-Matrix Encoders and Decoders
Setup Overview
1. Connect a mouse, a keyboard, and a computer monitor (for configuration purposes) to
the VNM Recorder (see the Rear Panel Features section on page 10).
2. Use a network switch to connect a primary VN‑Matrix network to the rear panel
Ethernet connector (eth0) of the VNM Recorder (see the Rear Panel Features
section on page 10).
3. Power on the VNM Recorder and all necessary devices (see the VNM Recorder
Power Up Procedure section on page 13).
4. Determine the device that will function as the controller (see the Choosing the
Controller Device section on page 16).
5. Configure the VNM Recorder network settings (see the Configuring the
VNM Recorder section on page 17).
6. Configure the network settings of each VN‑Matrix encoder and decoder (see the
Configuring the VN-Matrix Encoders and Decoders section on page 22).
7. Power down the VNM Recorder (see the VNM Recorder Power Down Procedure
section on page 15) and all configured devices. After a few seconds, power on the
VNM Recorder and all necessary devices.
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VNM Recorder Power Up Procedure
Use the following procedure to power up the VNM Recorder.
NOTE: Before turning on the VNM Recorder, ensure that all necessary devices are
powered on and connected properly.
1. Press the power button on the front of the unit to initialize the bootup sequence.
2. After bootup is complete, the following login screen appears if a local monitor is
connected. The VNM Recorder is now operational.
Figure 8. VNM Recorder Login Screen
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Login Information
NOTES:
• A mouse, keyboard, and monitor must be connected to the VNM Recorder to log in to
the unit itself.
• Login information is case sensitive.
• It is only necessary to log in to the VNM Recorder when it requires configuration. The
VNM Recorder does not require login information for normal operation.
Log in to the VNM Recorder using the Red Hat
The default login information is as follows.
z Administrator username — root
z Administrator password — Extron2010
z Guest username — matrix_rec
z Guest password — matrix
If necessary, the administrator password, guest username, and guest password can
be changed. New usernames can also be added.
NOTE: The procedures detailed within this guide use the administrator username
and password to configure the recorder. It is recommended that the administrator
username
the guest login information (or a created personal login) to access the recorder so that
important configuration settings cannot be changed.
®
Enterprise Linux® login page (see figure 8).
and password is only given to those who require it. Others should be using
To change the administrator password:
1. From the menu bar on the desktop, select
RootPassword.
System > Administration >
2. If prompted for an administrator password, type in the appropriate password. The
default administrator password is listed above.
3. Follow the remaining prompts to change the password.
To add or change usernames and passwords:
1. From the menu bar on the desktop, select System > Administration >
Users
and Groups.
2. The User Manager window appears. Use this window to add, modify, or delete users.
Click on the Help menu for more information.
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VNM Recorder Power Down Procedure
Use the following methods to safely power down the VNM Recorder.
Using the Front Panel
If the VNM Recorder is not logged into:
1. Press and release the front panel power button.
2. The recorder takes approximately 20 to 30 seconds to power‑down.
If the VNM Recorder is logged into:
1. Press and hold the power button until the LED of the power button turns off. This turns
the recorder off instantly.
- OR -
1. Press and release the front panel power button.
2. The recorder opens a prompt asking for a shut down confirmation. There are three
options to choose from.
z Log out
z Shut down
z Restart the computer
If desired, click on the Save current setup check box to save the desktop
configuration. Select the appropriate radio button and click OK (see figure 9). The
recorder takes approximately 20 to 30 seconds to shut down.
Figure 9. Front Panel Shut Down Confirmation Window
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Using the Keyboard and Mouse
From the login screen:
1. Click on either Shut Down or Restart as required.
2. The recorder opens a prompt asking for confirmation of the selected request.
3. The recorder takes approximately 20 to 30 seconds to complete the request.
From the Linux desktop:
1. From the menu bar on the desktop, select System > Shut Down...
2. The recorder opens a prompt containing four options.
z Hibernate
z Restart
z Cancel
z Shut Down
Select one of the options as desired. If no option is selected within 60 seconds, the
recorder shuts itself down (see figure 10).
Figure 10. Mouse and Keyboard Shut Down Confirmation Window
Choosing the Controller Device
In any VN‑Matrix system, one device needs to be configured as a controller. The
controller acts as a central point of reference for each device, manages all of the system
communications to every matrix device present, and also serves the web‑based control
interface to the user.
NOTE: The VNM Recorder is configured as a controller when shipped. The controller
address is set to the same value as the eth0 port (192.168.254.254).
The controller can be one of the following devices.
z VN‑Matrix 200, 225, 300, or 325 device which is suitable for small network systems
z VNM Recorder which is suitable for small network systems
z VNM Enterprise Controller which is suitable for large network systems
When a controller device has been chosen, all devices within the VN‑Matrix system must
reference the IP address of the controller device. When configuration of the VN‑Matrix
system is complete, the IP address of the controller device can be entered into a suitable
web browser running on any PC or laptop connected to the VN‑Matrix network.
For information on how to configure the VNM Enterprise Controller, see the VNM Enterprise
Controller User Guide. For information on how to configure the VN‑Matrix encoders and
decoders, see the VN-Matrix 200 Series User Guide, VN-Matrix 225 Series User Guide,
VN-Matrix 300 User Guide, and the VN-Matrix 325 User Guide.
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Conguring the VNM Recorder
NOTE: Initial configuration of the VNM Recorder requires a mouse, keyboard, and
monitor. When configuration is complete, it is not necessary to keep these devices
attached to the recorder. The recorder can be completely controlled using the web‑
based user interface.
Default Network Settings
The VNM Recorder is pre‑configured with the following network settings.
IP Address: 192.168.254.254
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
Controller IP Address: 192.168.254.254
NOTE: Using these settings, the VN‑Matrix encoder/decoder unit(s) must use
IP addresses within the range 192.168.254.1 through 192.168.254.253 and use the
same subnet mask. The default network settings can also be changed to match an
existing network setup. This is explained in the following sections.
Conguring the Network and IP Address Settings
Use the following procedure to change the network settings on the VNM Recorder.
Stage 1 — Configure the network settings
1. If the recorder is not turned on already, power up the unit and wait for the login screen
to appear on the monitor (approximately two minutes and fifteen seconds).
2. Enter in the administrator username and password at the login screen. See the
"Login Information" section on page 14 for username and password information.
3. From the menu bar on the desktop, select System > Administration > Network.
The Network Configuration window appears (see figure 11).
Figure 11. Network Configuration Window
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4. Select the eth0 (upper Ethernet connector; primary network) device line to highlight it. If
there is a network cable present and it is connected to a switch, the status should read
Active.
5. Click Deactivate. The status of the eth0 device should now read Inactive.
6. Double‑click on the eth0 device. The Ethernet Device window appears (see figure 12).
Figure 12. Ethernet Device Window
7. Change the Address and Subnet mask fields as required and then click OK.
NOTE: The Default gateway address field is only required if devices are on
different subnets.
8. Navigate back to the Network Configuration window (see figure 11). Select the
eth0 device and then click Activate.
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9. If changes were made, a dialog box appears asking to confirm the changes. Click Yes
to confirm and save the changes (see figure 13).
Figure 13. Confirm Settings Window
10. The following dialog box appears (see figure 14). Click OK to continue.
Figure 14. Settings Saved Window
11. A loading dialog box appears and the necessary changes are made to the system. After
the loading dialog box disappears, navigate back to the Network Configuration window
and check that the status of the eth0 device now reads Active.
12. Close the Network Configuration window.
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