Extron electronic VNR 100 User Manual

VNR 100 • Setup Guide

The Extron VNR 100 recorder is a network storage device capable of recording and playing back PURE3 video, audio, and data streams from VN‑Matrix codecs and encoders in a VN‑Matrix system. The system must be under the control of an Extron VNMEnterprise Controller.

This guide provides basic instructions for an experienced installer to congure and operate a VNR 100 recorder.

NOTE: For complete instructions about mounting, installation, and network conguration, see the VNR 100 User Guide and

the VNM Enterprise Controller User Guide at www.extron.com.

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Network

Multicast Enabled

Network

VN-Matrix

VNR 100

Recorder

VNR 100 Recorder

VN-Matrix

VNR 100

Recorder

VNR 100 Recorder

Browser Based User

Control

VNM Enterprise Controller

TouchLink

External User Control

LAN-1 LAN-2 STATUS

Multiple VNM 200 and 225 Series Encoders

(or CODECs conﬁgured as encoders)

VN-MATRIX 225 SERIES

RGB/DVI OVER IP

VN-MATRIX 225 SERIES

RGB/DVI OVER IP

VN-MATRIX 225 SERIES

RGB/DVI OVER IP

Multiple VNM 200 and 225 Series Decoders

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

(or CODECs conﬁgured as decoders)

Installation

1. Mount the VNR 100 using the provided rack mount kit (see Mounting, below).

2. Connect a standard IEC power cord to the rear panel connector (see Rear Panel Features on page 2).

3. Connect the VNR 100 to the same network as the VNM Enterprise Controller, using Ethernet port 0 (see Rear Panel Features

on page 2).

4. Power on the VNR 100 (see VNR 100 Power Up Procedure on page 3).

5. Use a computer on the same network to carry out the initial conguration (see VNR 100 Initial Conﬁguration on page 3).

6. Use the VNM Enterprise Controller to congure the VNR 100 (see Getting Started with the VNM Enterprise Controller on

page 4).

7. If it becomes necessary to power down the VNR 100, see VNR 100 Power Down Procedure on page 3.

Mounting

The VNR 100 can be mounted in a rack, using the provided kit. See the VNR 100 User Guide at www.extron.com for UL guidelines for rack mounting and complete mounting instructions.

VNR 100 • Setup Guide (Continued)

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Rear Panel Features

AC power connector — use a standard IEC power cord to connect the recorder to a 100 to 240 VAC, 50 or 60 Hz power

source.

PS/2 port for mouse (optional) — connect a PS/2 mouse to this port, if required.

PS/2 port for computer keyboard (optional) — connect a PS/2 keyboard to this port, if required.

USB ports (2) — may also be used to connect a mouse and keyboard for initial conguration. In total, there are four USB

inputs, two on the rear panel and two on the front panel.

RS-232 control port — use an Extron control cable (not provided) to connect the VNR 100 to a control PC.

VGA output connector — connect a local VGA monitor to this output.

Ethernet port 0 (eth0) — use an RJ‑45 cable to connect this port to the primary network (the VN‑Matrix network).

Ethernet port 1 (eth1) — is not functional. Do not connect this port to the network.

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Front Panel Cover

The front panel has a lockable cover to prevent unauthorized access to the removable drives. When the cover is in place, the DVD player, USB ports, and serial ports are not available for use. To install or remove the front cover, see the VNR 100 User Guide at

www.extron.com.

VN-Matrix

VNR 100

Recorder

Front Panel Features

Handles (2) — for sliding the unit in and out of the mounting rack and securing the front panel bezel. Do not use the handles

for lifting the recorder.

CD and DVD drive — used for system updates or software installation.

USB ports — used to connect a mouse and keyboard for initial conguration. There are a total of four USB ports: two front

panel and two rear panel.

RS-232 Comm port — Insert a 9‑pin RS‑232 cable to connect the unit to a control PC.

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