VEEMUX
®
Series
SM-nXm-C5AV-1000
Audio/ Video Matrix Switch via CAT5
Installation and Operation Manual
MAN148 Rev Date 03/12/2014
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Firmware Version
Version 1.2
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction......................................................................................................................................................................1
Supported Web Browsers............................................................................................................................................1
Materials..........................................................................................................................................................................2
Connectors and LEDs.....................................................................................................................................................3
Installation .......................................................................................................................................................................4
To Mount in a Rack......................................................................................................................................................4
Select Extenders..........................................................................................................................................................9
Connect Extended Sources and Devices..................................................................................................................10
Direct-Connect Source and Devices .........................................................................................................................11
Connect to the Ethernet.............................................................................................................................................12
Serial Connection ......................................................................................................................................................12
Operating the VEEMUX ................................................................................................................................................14
Front Panel LCD with Keypad Control.......................................................................................................................14
LCD Menus..........................................................................................................................................................15
Save and Load (Recall) Config............................................................................................................................16
USB Console Port......................................................................................................................................................18
Installing Drivers .....................................................................................................................................................18
Windows XP-32 bit Installation............................................................................................................................18
Windows 7-64 bit Installation...............................................................................................................................20
Using the USB Console Port ..................................................................................................................................22
RS232 Control...............................................................................................................................................................23
Remote Connection...................................................................................................................................................23
Baud Rate............................................................................................................................................................23
Unit Address and Loop Back...............................................................................................................................23
Command Protocol....................................................................................................................................................25
Autostatus............................................................................................................................................................26
Matrix Switcher’s Control Program For Windows 9X, NT, 2000, XP, Vista and 7....................................................26
SerTest- RS232 Interface Test Program...................................................................................................................27
Main Options...........................................................................................................................................................27
Matrix Operations....................................................................................................................................................27
Ethernet Operations................................................................................................................................................27
Setup Options.........................................................................................................................................................28
Ethernet Control............................................................................................................................................................29
Telnet Interface-Port 2000.........................................................................................................................................29
Telnet Interface-Port 2005.........................................................................................................................................30
Command Summary...............................................................................................................................................30
Command Detail.....................................................................................................................................................31
RU-Read Unit Size..............................................................................................................................................31
RO-Read Connection for Output Port .................................................................................................................31
CS- Connect Output Port to Input Port................................................................................................................31
CA- Connect All Output Ports to Input Port.........................................................................................................32
SS_01- Enable Auto Status Mode.......................................................................................................................32
SS_00- Disable Auto Status Mode......................................................................................................................32
SX- Examine connections ...................................................................................................................................33
Terminate telnet session .....................................................................................................................................33
Web Interface ............................................................................................................................................................34
Enter the Password ................................................................................................................................................34
Video Switch Page..................................................................................................................................................35
Administration.........................................................................................................................................................37
System Configuration..........................................................................................................................................37
Network Configuration.........................................................................................................................................38
Video Input Names..............................................................................................................................................39
Video Output Names...........................................................................................................................................40
Scanning Sequences...........................................................................................................................................41
DDC Options........................................................................................................................................................43
Change Password...............................................................................................................................................44
Update Firmware.................................................................................................................................................45
Standby Mode .....................................................................................................................................................46
Logout..................................................................................................................................................................46
Support................................................................................................................................................................47
Reboot.................................................................................................................................................................47
Device Discovery Tool...................................................................................................................................................48
How to Use the Device Discovery Tool.....................................................................................................................48
Infrared Remote Control................................................................................................................................................49
Materials ....................................................................................................................................................................49
Buttons.......................................................................................................................................................................50
Operation...................................................................................................................................................................51
Changing Ports.......................................................................................................................................................51
Channel Surfing...................................................................................................................................................51
Jump To Input......................................................................................................................................................52
Jump To Output...................................................................................................................................................52
Connect All ..........................................................................................................................................................52
Save and Recall......................................................................................................................................................53
Multiple Switch Control...........................................................................................................................................53
Canceling a Command...........................................................................................................................................53
Technical Specifications For IRT-UNV......................................................................................................................53
Troubleshooting the IRT-UNV ...................................................................................................................................53
Technical Specifications................................................................................................................................................54
Technical Specifications................................................................................................................................................55
Troubleshooting.............................................................................................................................................................55
Index..............................................................................................................................................................................56
Warranty Information.....................................................................................................................................................56
TABLE OF FIGURES
Figure 1- XTENDEX Cable Length Limitations..................................................................................................................................9
Figure 2- Connect XTENDEX Transmitters .....................................................................................................................................10
Figure 3- Connect XTENDEX Receivers .........................................................................................................................................10
Figure 4- VGA Video and Stereo Audio Source directly connected.................................................................................................11
Figure 5- VGA Display and Stereo Audio Devices directly connected.............................................................................................11
Figure 6- Connect the VEEMUX to the LAN....................................................................................................................................12
Figure 7- Serial Connection via RS232............................................................................................................................................12
Figure 8- Serial Connection using USB Console port......................................................................................................................13
Figure 9- COM port assigned to VEEMUX.......................................................................................................................................22
Figure 10- Configure COM port in Matrix Switcher's Control Program.............................................................................................22
Figure 11- RS232 connection with Matrix-Y-1 cable........................................................................................................................24
Figure 12- Pinout of Matrix-Y-1 cable ..............................................................................................................................................24
Figure 13- Web interface Login page..............................................................................................................................................34
Figure 14- Main menu and Video Switch page................................................................................................................................35
Figure 15- System Configuration page ............................................................................................................................................37
Figure 16- Network Configuration page...........................................................................................................................................38
Figure 17- Video Input Names page................................................................................................................................................39
Figure 18- Video Output Names page.............................................................................................................................................40
Figure 19- Scanning Sequence page ..............................................................................................................................................41
Figure 20- DDC Options page .........................................................................................................................................................43
Figure 21- Change Password page .................................................................................................................................................44
Figure 22- Update Firmware page...................................................................................................................................................45
Figure 23- VEEMUX in Standby Mode.............................................................................................................................................46
Figure 24- Logout of the VEEMUX web interface............................................................................................................................46
Figure 25- Support Tab....................................................................................................................................................................47
Figure 26- System Reboot...............................................................................................................................................................47
Figure 27- Device Discovery Tool....................................................................................................................................................48
NTI VEEMUX AUDIO VIDEO MATRIX SWITCH VIA CAT5
INTRODUCTION
The VEEMUX® Audio/Video Matrix Switch routes audio and video inputs from many video sources to multiple displays
(projectors, monitors, etc.) and speakers via inexpensive CAT5/5e/6 cable. It is capable of connectin g to as many as 64 video
sources via transmitters (XTENDEX Local Units) and 64 video displays via receivers (XTENDEX Remote Units) with a maximum
extension of 1,000 feet between the transmitters and receivers (sold separately). In addition to the remot e inp uts/outputs, the
switch features one direct-connect VGA and stereo audio input/output for every 16 remote RJ45 connectors.
The audio/video signal from a single input can be routed to one or more destinations. Each image will be as crisp and clear as if
directly connected to the original source. Buffered video outputs and digital transmission of audio signals ensures integrity is
maintained throughout the system.
• Configure and control the switch through Ethernet, serial port, front panel buttons, or Infrared remote control.
• Matrix Control Software with Graphical User Interface is included.
• Supports resolutions up to 2048x1536 using NTI's 1,000' extenders and 1920x1440 using NTI's 600' extenders.
• Inputs and outputs can be named.
• Video quality adjustment is done automatically at every connection change, or can be forced via the front panel or web
interface.
• Equipped with Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) for front panel operation.
• A digital VU-meter shows the audio levels of the selected input.
• Each output provides one video signal and one stereo audio signal.
• Each input can be independently connected to any or all outputs with no image degradation.
• No loss of audio or video quality between the transmitters and receivers.
• VGA, S-Video and HDTV transmitters and receivers can be supported on the same VEEMUX unit.
o VGA inputs only work with VGA outputs, S-Video inputs only work with S-Video outputs, and HDTV component
video inputs only work with HDTV component video outputs.
o The 1,000' transmitters (ST-C5xxx-1000SP only) will work with 600' receivers, and vice versa
The maximum extension is 600 feet between the transmitter and receiver.
For resolutions at different lengths, refer to the 600' extender resolution chart.
The VGA video from units with audio and/or RS232 can be routed to each other and to video-only
units.
Supported Web Browsers
Most modern web browsers should be supported. The following browsers have been tested:
• Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher
• Netscape 7.0 or higher
• Mozilla FireFox 3.5.8 or higher
• Google Chrome 9.0.5 or higher
• Apple Safari 5.0.3 or higher
• Opera 11.0 or higher
Set your browser to always check if there is a newer version of the page than the version stored in cache. This action will ensure
that it will display the most up-to-date information.
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MATERIALS
Materials supplied with this kit:
• NTI SM-nXm-C5AV-1000 Audio/Vide Matrix Switch (where n= 16,32 or 64 and m= 16, 32,48 or 64)
• 1-Power cord, country specific
• CT6182 DB9 Female-to-RJ45 Female adapter
• USB2-AB-1M 1 Meter USB Male Type A to Male Type B cable
• CB4352- 5 foot CAT5 patch cable
• CD containing pdf of this manual and control software
• One-man slide rail rack mounting kit + 2-#10 Flat washers (64 output port models only)
• 4pcs #10-32 x 3/4" pan head screws and #10-32 cage nuts (server cabinet mounting hardware for 16, 32 and 48 output port
model only)
Materials Not supplied but REQUIRED:
A VEXT-xx-MM cable for each monitor being locally connected to the switch (see http://www.networktechinc.com/cable-
pc.html).
A SA-xx-MM stereo audio cable for each set of self-powered speakers being locally connected to the switch (see
http://www.vpi.us/cable-audio-3-5.html )
A CAT5, CAT5e or CAT6 solid straight through cable (TIA/EIA-568B wiring) terminated with standard RJ45 connecto rs for each
local extender and remote extender connected to the switch (see http://www.networktechinc.com/cat5e.html
where:
xx is the length of the cable in feet
MM indicates male-to-male connector
) .
Note: On 16, 32 and 48 output models, we strongly recommend using shielded CATx cables to prevent interference in
electro-magnetically noisy environments (such as being near industrial lighting or motors). On 64 output models,
shielded CATx cables is required for all
Cables can be purchased from Network Technologies Inc by calling (800) 742-8324 (800-RGB-TECH) in the US and Canada or
(330) 562-7070 (worldwide).
installations.
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CONNECTORS AND LEDS
LABEL CONNECTOR/LED DESCRIPTION
#
1 IR Activity Green LED Illuminates to indicate communication between the hand-held remote
control and the VEEMUX
2 IR In Sensor Receives communication from hand-held remote control
3 PWR Green/Red LED Illuminates green to indicate proper power to the unit and normal
operation
Illuminates red during system boot-up or while in standby
4 System Reset Button Press to reset VEEMUX to default settings
5 None LCD Display Displays port connections and menu for control of the VEEMUX
6 Menu Buttons Buttons for navigating LCD menu
7 None Buttons For selection of specific ports to make connections
8 Fuse Fuseholder
9 None Power Switch For powering ON and OFF the VEEMUX
10 AC INPUT IEC Connector For attachment of the IEC power cord to power the VEEMUX
11 AUD OUT 3.5mm Stereo Jack For connection of audio cables to audio output devices (speakers)
12 AUD IN 3.5mm Stereo Jack For connection of audio c ables to audio source
13 VGA VIDEO OUT HD15 Female For direct connection of VGA video cable from display device
14 VGA VIDEO IN HD15 Female For direct connection of VGA video cable from video source
15 SOURCE Slide Switch For selecting whether the A/V input for port 16 should be from a
16 CATx IN RJ45 Female For connection of CATx cables from extended sources
17 USB CONSOLE USB Type B Female
18 RS232 RJ45 Female
19 ETHERNET RJ45 Female For connection to an Ethernet for remote multi-user control
20 CATx OUT RJ45 Female For connection of CATx cables to extended devices
For replaceable 240VAC Fuse (not replaceable on 16x16 model)
direct-connected source or from an extended source
For connection of a PC for serial control
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INSTALLATION
This NTI switch was designed to be mounted to a rack. It includes flanges to make attachment to a rack easy.
To Mount in a Rack
(For models SM-16X16/16X32/16X48-C5AV-1000)
1. Install 4 cage nuts (supplied) to the rack in locations that line up with the holes in the mounting ear on the NTI switch.
2. Secure the NTI switch to the rack using four rack screws (#10-32x3/4”, supplied). Each screw should be of
sufficient length to go completely through the NTI mounting ear, rack frame and fully engage all threads in the cage nut.
3. Be sure to tighten all mounting screws securely.
4. Attach all cables securely to the switch and where necessary supply adequate means of strain relief for cables.
(For models SM-nX64-C5AV-1000)
Your NTI Switch was designed for easy installation by one person with a minimum of tools and effort. Follow the simple steps
below to quickly install your VEEMUX.
1. Locate and unpack the hardware bag. Your hardware bag will include all items n e cessary to install the specific VEEMUX
model including the following hardware unique to the Single-Perso n hardware installation:
• 10- #10-32 cage nut
• 2- #10-32 x 1/2” flat-head machine screw
• 8- #10-32 x 3/4” pan-head machine screw
• 2- #10 flat washers
To install the rails you will need only a tape measure and Phillips screwdriver.
2. Unpack the left and right rail assemblies. Each are labeled “Right Front” and “Left Front” to indicate their intended position and
orientation. Extend each rail assembly to the dimension required for your rack. Rail assemblies are adjustable to fit within a rack
between 24” and 40” in depth.
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3. Install six #10-32 cage nuts at the front of the rack in positions where the VEEMUX will be mounted (three in each side). Install
four more cage nuts at the rear of the rack where the upper and lower flange holes will be located (as shown below).
Labeled
Rail assemblies are adjustable in length from 24” to 40”.
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4. Install the right rail assembly. The end with the label “Right Front” mounts to the front rack support. Install only the center
screw through the rail flange to the rack support and cage nut using the #10-32 x 1/2” flat head machine screw provided. (See
image below.) Do not tighten at this time. Install the left rail assembly in the same fashion. The end with the label “Left Front”
mounts to the front rack support.
5. Install two #10-32 x 3/4” pan-head screws in the rear of each rail assembly as shown below. Do not tighten at the time.
Install one flat
head screw in
the center in
each side at
the front
6. Measure the distance between the inside of the rails at the front of the rack. Adjust the distance to 17-1/4” and tighten the flathead screws to the rail flanges securely.
Rack Front
Left Rail
Front Rack Supports
Install two
screws in each
Rack Rear
Right Rail
17-1/4"
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7. Lineup the rail guides on the VEEMUX case with the slots in the front of the left and right rails and slide the VEEMUX into the
rack.
8. Apply four more #10-32 x 3/4” pan-head machine screws (two for each) through the holes in the front panel, through the holes
in the washer (lowermost holes only), into the cage nuts in the rack supports.
9. Tighten the left and right rail screws securely by inserting the screwdriver through the opening in the front panel.
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10. Tighten the 4 screws securing the front panel to the rack.
11. Tighten securely the four screws applied to the rear rail flanges in step 5.
12. Make your cable connections according to the instructions that follow.
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Select Extenders
The VEEMUX Audio/Video CATx Matrix Switch includes ports for connecting extended video/audio sources to extended selfpowered speakers and display devices. Extended Video/Audio sources, displays, and speakers can be connected using NTI
XTENDEX transmitters and receivers (sold separately) as listed below:
XTENDEX Models Compatible with the VEEMUX include:
600 Series (Local and Remote) Supported Features
ST-C5VA-600 VGA Video + Audio
ST-C5SVA-6001 S-Video + Audio
ST-C5HDTV-6001 HDTV + Audio
1000 Series (Local and Remote)
ST-C5V-1000SP VGA Video
ST-C5V2A-1000SP VGA Video + two-way audio
ST-C52VRS-1000SP VGA Video + RS232
ST-C5V2ARS-1000SP VGA Video + two-way audio + RS232
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VGA inputs only work with VGA outputs, S-Video inputs only work with S-Video outputs, and HDTV component video
inputs only work with HDTV component video outputs. Video and Audio is not supported between dissimilar XTENDEX
models.
When mixing 600 foot and 1000 foot transmitters and receivers on the input and output ports, keep in mind that there are distance
limitations when connecting transmitters and receivers. CATx cable lengths must be as indicated below:
Note: When connecting 600 foot extenders to 1000 foot extenders, the 1000 ft ext enders must be ST-C5xxxx-1000SP
models in order to be compatible.
Must be -1000SP
model to work in this
Figure 1- XTENDEX Cable Length Limitations
combination
Must be -1000SP
model to work in this
combination
Note: We strongly recommend using shielded CATx cables to prevent signal-corrupting crosstalk noise.
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Connect Extended Sources and Devices
1. Connect CATx cables from XTENDEX transmitters to ports marked “CATx IN”.
Figure 2- Connect XTENDEX Transmitters
2. Connect CATx cables from XTENDEX receivers to ports marked “CATx OUT”.
Figure 3- Connect XTENDEX Receivers
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Direct-Connect Source and Devices
The user can directly connect one audio and/or video source to the “VGA VIDEO IN 16” and “AUDIO IN 16” ports. The “Source”
switch controls whether video for port 16 will come from the direct-connect source or the extended source connected through the
RJ45 port at port 16. (The same rule applies when larger models have additional rows of input ports.)
1. Make connections from any VGA video or stereo audio source directly to the connectors provided.
Figure 4- VGA Video and Stereo Audio Source directly connected
2. Make connections to any VGA video display device and self-powered speakers or headset. Audio and video signals will be split
between the directly connected devices and the extended devices connected to the like-n umbered RJ45 ports.
Figure 5- VGA Display and Stereo Audio Devices directly connected
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Connect to the Ethernet
If the Telnet Interface (page 29) or Web Interface (page 34) will be used to remotely control port connections, an Ethernet
connection to the Local Area Network (LAN) must be made using CATx cable with RJ45 connectors attached. Wiring between
connectors should be straight through (pin 1 to pin 1, pin 2 to pin 2, etc.) Connect a CATx cable between the connector labeled
"ETHERNET" and the LAN (see Fig. 4).
Figure 6- Connect the VEEMUX to the LAN
Serial Connection
If control via serial connection is going to be used, serial control can be achieved using the “USB Cons ole” port or the “RS232”.
To use the “RS232” port
VEEMUX. Plug the other end of the CAT5 cable into an RJ45-to-DB9 adapter (supplied), and connect the adapter to the RS232
port on the control terminal. Follow the instruction under “RS232 Control” on page 23 for configuration and use of the RS232
control feature.
, connect one end of a CAT5 patch cable (supplied) to the port labeled “RS232” on the rear of the
Figure 7- Serial Connection via RS232
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To use the “USB CONSOLE” port
install the drivers as described on page 18.
, connect a USB cable (1 meter cable supplied) between the VEEMUX and your PC. Then
Figure 8- Serial Connection using USB Console port
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OPERATING THE VEEMUX
The VEEMUX video matrix switch has four methods of control:
• Front Panel LCD with Keypad
• Directly via an RS232 Interface
• Remotely via Ethernet
• Infrared Remote (optional).
Every unit comes standard with all control methods built-in. An IRT-UNV-IR Remote Control is required (purchased separately)
to use the Infrared option. No software is involved (see Infrared Control on page 49). With the RS232 option, there are no
external devices to be purchased. NTI provides software commands as well as a test program to ensure the RS232 functions
properly (see page 23 – RS232 Control).
Front Panel LCD with Keypad Control
The front panel LCD and keypad allow the user to monitor switch status and route any user to any video source on the switch.
When the unit is first powered-up, each monitor is automatically connected to the video source of its equal number (i.e. monitor 1
to source 1, monitor 2 to source 2, monitor 3 to source 3, etc.). (After configurations have been saved (page 36), upon power-up
the VEEMUX will load the configuration saved into memory location 0.) Along with the routing of the inputs (video sources) to the
outputs (monitors) the keypad and LCD allow the users to configure the RS232 control interface. The keypad buttons perform the
following functions:
Key Functions:
Up Arrow- Scroll up the menu
Down Arrow- Scroll down the menu
Left Arrow (Enter Key)- Select the menu item
List - Open the menu, or exit the menu (also used to back
out of the menu, one step at a time)
Out Used in command sequence to select which
output (display device) to connect
In Used in command sequence to select which
input (video source) to connect
0-9 Used for numerical port selection in command sequence
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Up
Arrow
Down
Arrow
List
Enter
Menu
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