User manual

Chapter 1

Introduction

Overview

The ATEN VanCryst VM0808T 8x8 Cat5 A/V Matrix Switch is a versatile

audio/video over Cat 5 + serial solution that offers an easy and affordable way

to route any of 8 audio/video sources to any of 8 displays, in combination with

the ATEN VE500 A/V Over Cat 5 Extender system.

With eight Cat 5 A/V input ports, the VM0808T allows you to connect eight

source devices (via eight VE500T transmitters) to eight monitors, displays, or

projectors (via eight VE500R / VE500RQ receivers) at the same time. In

addition to the eight Cat 5 connections, the unit is also enabled with local

audio/video inputs/outputs so that an extra source device and monitor located

in the same rack as the VM0808T can function as a further transmitter and

receiver.

As a Matrix Switch, each input can be independently connected to any or all

outputs, and the audio and video inputs from each source device can also be

switched independently, giving you the ultimate in flexibility and control in

any multi-display audio/video installation.

The VM0808T operates over standard TCP/IP connections, and so it will

seamlessly integrate with your existing network infrastructure. It allows

convenient configuration and operation via an intuitive Graphical User

Interface (GUI), accessed via web browser, as well as locally via front panel

pushbuttons and LCD display. The VM0808T can also be accessed via a

remote terminal session using Telnet.

Furthermore, for complete system and install integration, serial control is

standard through the VM0808T’s built-in RS-232 and RS-485/422 ports that

allows the switch to be controlled through a high-end controller or PC. The

unit’s bi-directional RS-232 serial port also allows serial devices, such as

touchscreens and barcode scanners, to be included in the installation.

In combination with the ATEN VE500 A/V Over Cat 5 Extender system, the

VM0808T 8x8 Cat5 A/V Matrix Switch supports distances up to 300 meters

between the transmitter and receiver units, making it the ideal solution for

applications that require A/V + serial information from multiple sources to be

conveniently delivered to any of multiple destinations.