Extron-electronics VN-Matrix 200 Series User Manual

User GuideVN-Matrix™ 200 Series:VNC 200 DVI, VNE 200 DVI, andVND 200 DVIStreaming A/V ProductsDVI and RGB Video Over IP Encoders and Decoders68-1921-0

Example System ApplicationThe diagram below shows an example system application utilizing eight VNC 200 units. Four are configured as encoders (source

Subnet MaskThe subnet mask is another 32-bit binary number that is used to “mask” certain bits of the IP address. This provides a method of extending

If you get the message...Reply from 208.132.180.48: Destination host unreachable.…this indicates that the IP address of the computer is not in the sam

Understanding Network PerformanceThis section describes features of the network.Network CharacteristicsThere are a number of characteristics of networ

The introduction of gigabit (1 Gb/s) Ethernet has allowed the introduction of “Jumbo” frames with more than 1500 data bytes. Clearly the overhead invo

The OSI model is used as a reference, and while some systems follow the full model, others simplify it by combining the functions of certain layers. I

Clearly the most significant difference is that UDP is “best effort” and TCP is “guaranteed delivery”. TCP is used in most networks for tasks such as

Browser ConfigurationInternet Explorer (v6 or Above)Open Internet Explorer and from the Tools menu select Internet Options to open the Internet Options

TIP: If you need to use a high security level, you can click on the Edit button and allow the VN-Matrix web interface to use cookies. For example: T

2. Click the Custom Level button. The Security Settings dialog will appear:3. Scroll down to the Scripting setting and, under Active scripting, sele

2. Ensure that either the Enable all cookies or Enable cookie for the originating web site only option is selected.To enable JavaScript:1. Go to the

Multicast RTPThis method uses a real-time variation of UDP (User Datagram Protocol), called RTP (Real-time Transport Protocol). Multicast RTP allows a

Technical DataVNC 200 HardwareConnectorsKeyboard and Mouse (PS/2)Function: Keyboard and mouse pass-through connections for source computerConnector Ty

Digital Audio I/O (SPDIF In and Out/Loop)Function: Input and Output/Loop-Through for digital audioConnector Type: RCA Phono SocketMating Connector: RC

Recommended Cable: Supplied DVI cablesMaximum Cable Length: 2.95 meters (9.5 feet)Signal Type: DVI (PanelLink® TMDS)Pixel Clock (DVI sources): Up to 1

DVI Output (OUT/LOOP)Function: Loop-through video connection providing buffered output of the DVI IN connectorConnector Type: DVI-I (female)Pin-out De

Analog Sources: VGA 640x480 @ 60,72,75,85 HzSVGA 800x600 @ 56,60,72,75,85 HzXGA 1024x768 @ 60,72,75,85 Hz1152x864 @ 75 HzSXGA 1280x1024 @ 60,75,85 HzU

Network (1 and 2) Function: Two separate network ports (labeled as 1 and 2). Port 1 is used for primary network connectivity (for data transport and c

RS-232 Serial I/O (Remote and RS-232) Function: Remote – Used for low level setup or system recovery.RS-232 – Used for cross-network serial communica

Serial Port Login Procedure1. From the Login: prompt, type config followed by the <Enter> key.2. When prompted for a password, type config fol

Telnet Interface – Quick ReferenceStarting Telnet1. Click the Windows Start button and click on Run. In the Open box, type telnet then press the <

Reference InformationSpecifications Video inputNumber/signal type ... 1 DVI-I: analog RGBHV, RGsB, HDTV component video (progre

VN-MATRIX VN-MATRIXVN-MATRIXVN-MATRIXVN-MATRIX(encoder) (decoder)(decoder)(decoder)(decoder)NETWORKSOURCE DISPLAYRTPRTPRTPRTPRTPEncoder sends data usi

Output level ... TTL: 5.0 Vp-p, unterminatedPolarity ... Positive or negat

Audio input/output ... PCM, AC3 GeneralExternal power supply ... 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, external; to

AccessoriesSupplied AccessoriesIn addition to this User Guide, the VNC 200 is supplied with the following accessories. If any of these items are missi

Extron® WarrantyExtron Electronics warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years from the date of pur

Front Panel Features VN-MATRIX 200 SERIESRGB/DVI OVER IPLAN-1LAN-2STATUSFigure 8. VN-Matrix 200 Front Panel IndicatorsThe following indicators are v

Rear Panel Features12V DC 5A MAXPOWER1 — LAN — 2INOUT/LOOPAUDIOSPDIFREMOTETO PCININDVI-IOUT/LOOPRS-232OVER LANabeg jkcdfh iFigure 9. VN-Matrix 200

Installation and Basic Setup ProcedureThis section describes the following:• Choosing a Suitable Location for Mounting• Environmental Requirements•

After the VNC 200 has been in use for a period of time the external casing may become slightly warm to the touch. Ensure that any adjacent surfaces wi

Rack MountingAlways use the special under-desk mounting kits (optional) to secure the VNC 200. See “Optional Accessories” for the under-desk mounting

Power Cord for PSUThe PSU is equipped with a 3-pin (male) type connector which requires a power cord fitted with a corresponding 3-pin IEC320 (female)

External Supply ProtectionCAUTION: The power cord supplied with this product is rated at 10A maximum and must be protected from overload by an extern

This symbol is intended to alert the user of important operating and mainte-nance (servicing) instructions in the literature provided with the equipme

Network Communications SetupTo establish a serial communication link…1. Using a null modem serial cable, connect the serial port of a PC or laptop to

To access the setup menus…1. Connect power to the VNC 200 or, if already connected, cycle the power off then on.2. The VNC 200 will start sending se

Network Port Specific OptionsOption Function Comment0 and 10 Network port link speed Select this option to set the network link speed.1 and 11 Set STA

17 IP forwarding By default, this parameter is set to 0. For normal operation, there is no need to modify this setting. Setting a value 1 will enable

Connect DevicesSupplied cablesA set of cables is supplied with the VNC 200 to accommodate a variety of standard connection requirements. The VNC 200 i

Hubs are not suitable for use with the VNC 200 as they restrict bandwidth. NOTE: For normal VNC 200 operation, use Network Port 1 only.TIP: With th

Connecting an analog source12V DC 5A MAXPOWER1 — LAN — 2INOUT/LOOPAUDIOSPDIFREMOTETO PCININDVI-IOUT/LOOPRS-232OVER LANSOURCE COMPUTERkeyboardmouseNE

Connecting a digital display12V DC 5A MAXPOWER1 — LAN — 2INOUT/LOOPAUDIOSPDIFREMOTETO PCININDVI-IOUT/LOOPRS-232OVER LANDVIDISPLAYVNC 200(Decoder)NET

Connecting an analog display12V DC 5A MAXPOWER1 — LAN — 2INOUT/LOOPAUDIOSPDIFREMOTETO PCININDVI-IOUT/LOOPRS-232OVER LANVNC 200(Decoder)DVI-IDVI-A to

System ConfigurationThis section describes the following:• VNC 200 Web Interface• Configuring a VNC 200 as an Encoder (Source)• Configuring a VNC 20

Notational Conventions Used in this GuideTIP: A tip provides a suggestion to make setting up or working with the device easier.NOTE: A note draws at

Figure 15. VN-MATRIX Controller Log In Screen2. Enter the appropriate username and password. The VNC 200 has two user accounts:• admin — Allows f

Device List PageFigure 16. Device List PageThis page lists all VNC 200 devices detected on the network.NOTE: If devices are added after this page is

Interface timeout and logging outIf the web interface is left unattended or is not used for a period of 30 minutes it will automatically logout. You c

Figure 18. Device — Create Source buttonc Check that the Mode field is set to enable (see the Device Setup Mode on the Help tab).TIP: To help ident

Figure 20. Configure Pagef Check that the Input Mode is set to auto. if not, see “Input Mode”.g Check that the Current Mode shows the format of the

Additional Setup for AudioFigure 21. Device Page — Audioa Click the Device tab to return to the Device page.b Click the audioPort0 icon. The Confi

e Check the Multicast Enable box if RTP multicast source streaming is required, otherwise ensure this box is unchecked to enable RTP unicast. This mu

Figure 24. Identify ModeCheck the Identify checkbox, then click the update button. The device name will appear on the local display. See the followin

Advanced setup optionsThe encoder set up procedure on the preceding pages will achieve a basic level of operation which will be adequate for most norm

Figure 27. Device Page for Decoder Setupb Check that the Mode field is set to enable as shown above. Click the create display button (see Ç above).

ContentsIIntroduction ... 1Overview ...

Figure 28. Device Page Setupd Click the Save All tab as shown above.e Click the display0 icon as shown above.The Display page will appear.Figure 29

g If the source type is RGsB (sync on green), ensure that SoG is checked as shown below. Otherwise, it should be left unchecked as shown in the previ

Figure 31. Identify Function a Check the Identify checkbox as shown above.b Click the Update button. The device name will appear on the display (see t

Figure 33. Nodata Slash ModeNodata Splash ModeIf a VNC 200 decoder is not displaying a source (for example, if no source is selected, has become dis

Figure 34. Decoder Output FormatClean switchingClean switching provides a method by which streams may be decoded and displayed without disruption to

TroubleshootingIf you have followed the procedures on the preceding pages, you should by now have set up at least one VNC 200 encoder, one VNC 200 dec

Is the target display completely blank?STARTYESNOCheck the POWER indicator on the VN-MATRIX Decoder...UNLITLIT FLASHINGWhat’s the problem?Check the ST

Source CheckupWhen diagnosing problems with an encoder or source, it is highly recommended that a local monitor be connected to the VNC 200. If a moni

System CheckupFollow this checkup to ensure that all VNC 200 devices in your system are online and correctly configured as either encoders or decoders

Controller CheckupFollow this checkup flowchart if you cannot establish contact with the VNC 200 controller device using the web browser on a control

Bandwidth Management – Advanced Control ... 68Bandwidth Management Settings ... 70

Serial Transport and Control MethodsThis section describes the following:• Overview• Setting Up a Serial Passthrough Group• Serial/Telnet Commands•

VN-MATRIX VN-MATRIXVN-MATRIXVN-MATRIX(server) (client)(client)(client)NETWORKTCP RS-232RS-232 TCPData input to the server is sent to the outputs of al

3. The Serial Port Control options are shown below. 4. Using the mode drop-down menu select the client option (note that this will reveal the desti

Device Commandsmode <deviceid> <state>Changes the operating mode of the specified device. <deviceid> Is the device serial number of

Data Stream ModeNOTE: Data stream mode is not supplied as a standard feature on VNC 200 Codec devices.In this mode, data received by an encoder is tr

6. Return to the Device List page and do the same for the decoder device. NOTES: • No data will be transported until the decoder connects to the en

Remote Keyboard and Mouse OperationThis section describes the remote keyboard and mouse operation. OverviewWhen a PC source is being viewed by a VN 20

To Terminate a Remote Control Session Using Hot KeysUsing the keyboard attached to the VN 200 decoder or encoder, press the <Scroll Lock> key tw

Configuring mouse and keyboard controlThe Mouse and Keyboard control may be configured using the options provided in the Peripherals tab. This config

Display (Decoder, VNC 200 DVI-I and VNC 200 DVI-I A or VND 200 DVI-I)Item Control OptionDescriptionMK mode Disable Blocks remote mouse and keyboard to

IntroductionThis section introduces you to the VN-Matrix 200 Series (VN 200). The topics covered in this section are:• Overview• Firmware Version•

Advanced Setup ProceduresEncoder Set UpThis section provides details for advanced set up options for a VNC 200 encoder.• Fine-tuning of input paramet

Video Setup PageAll advanced source setup is achieved via the Video Setup page. To access the Video Setup page, follow the numbered steps in the diagr

Fine-tuning a Source (Manual Overrides)The following adjustments are classed as manual overrides. These adjustments are not saved as part of the curre

c Blanking (Image Positioning) — In analog video and graphics sources, active video occupies an area in the middle of the video frame. Around this is

12233Figure 42. Setting the EDID ModeTo set the EDID mode, perform the following steps:1. From the web interface, select the VN-Matrix defined as an

TIP: The EDID of your monitor has a huge effect on what mode your graphics card displays. Also, the mode selected on the source PC may not produce th

NOTE: A stable video signal on the loop output of the VN-Matrix encoder does not necessarily indicate that the signal is being properly recognized

12233Figure 44. Custom Input Mode 1. From the web interface, select the VN-Matrix device defined as an encoder (source) a.2. Click on the VideoPort

5. Set the macrovision defeat mode to the appropriate setting. If the source has Macrovision encoding, select the check box; otherwise, leave it dese

20. Click the Save Source button; this will save the User.Source.Config file of the VN-Matrix device designated as the controller.21. With the mode dr

Firmware VersionThis user guide is based on v3.8 firmware. You can check for newer firmware releases and user guide updates by visiting our web site a

12233Figure 45. Bandwidth Page VN-Matrix 200 Series • Advanced Setup Procedures 65

Bandwidth Management This page can be set to show two levels of detail, by selecting the More Detail or Less Detail button.The above view provides sim

Bandwidth Management – Simple ControlSetting the maximum bit rateThe maximum bit rate of the streamed image may be set using the Bandwidth slider.The

A low setting will provide the lowest image quality (with the highest compression). The bit rate of the streamed image will be affected as the Video Q

Temporal compression settingTemporal compression may be applied by selecting the Temporal check box. By default, this option should always be selected

Monitoring the bit rateThe bit rate of the streamed image may be monitored at the Streams information area of the Bandwidth Management page. The Strea

• CBR-F – The compression settings are dynamically modified to maintain the transmit bandwidth at the specified rate. Additional refresh is added to

Decoder Set UpThis section provides details for advanced set up options for a VNC 200 decoder.• Setting optimum playback delay — See “Setting Optimu

12233Figure 46. Bandwidth Monitoring Page VN-Matrix 200 Series • Advanced Setup Procedures 73

Adjusting the Playback Delay a Open the video Bandwidth page for the video object.b Enter a value into the Playback Delay field and click the Update

VND 200 DVI-I — Decoder OnlyThe VND 200 is a decoder-only device and is compatible with other VN-Matrix products including the VNM Enterprise Controll

Custom Output ModesThe Output Format Management screen allows the user to create custom video formats for displaying decoded video data streams.12233F

Creating a CVT output modeThis procedure will require the user to access the VN-Matrix decoder unit over a Telnet connection and access the VN-Matrix

2. Select the Device tab.3. Click on the display0 link in the Configuration region.4. Use the Output Format drop-down list to select the mode you c

Entering the timing values in the VN-Matrix web GUI1. Return to the VN-Matrix GUI and navigate to the Format tab of the decoder. In the Name drop-dow

9. Enter your value in the Vertical Back Porch field.10. The final element is to calculate the Pixel Clock Frequency. This is calculated with the for

The VNC 200 has two user accounts:Admin Allows full read and write access to all setup parameters. The default user name and password for this account

ACTIVATE Reboot the VNC 200 to start using the new firmware. This is a temporary mode that allows you to test the new firmware. If you encounter any p

6. Once the file is uploaded, you can begin installing it into each unit (see “Upgrading Device Firmware”) starting with the controller unit. To inst

7. If everything is working correctly, click forward again to permanently install the new firmware. The Device Upgrade Status field will show COMMITT

1. Enter the New Structure and New Checksum information exactly as supplied.2. Click the Update Licence button. VN-Matrix 200 Series • Advanced Set

Decoder Display CapabilityAs a decoder, the VNC 200 is compatible with both digital (DVI) and analog (RGB) graphics sources up to UXGA (1600 x 1200 at

Alarms and SNMPThis section describes the following:• Overview – Alarms• Overview – SNMP• SNMP Trap Destinations Overview – AlarmsThe VN-Matrix sys

Alarms PageThe Alarms screen enables a user to define and monitor system alarms.Figure 52. Alarms PageFilter SettingsThe Filter settings section allo

Alarm TypeThis drop-down menu lists the available alarm error conditions for all units. Alarm error conditions are divided into two categories:• Alar

Alarm LogsA historical list of the last 200 alarm events is provided in the Alarm Logs page.The log provides data on when an alarm error condition was

Alarm Type Description - Encoder Alarm Type Description Action Default SettingsEncoder AlarmNo source No source present at the input. Check input con

Alarm Type Description - Decoder Alarm Type Description Action Default settingsDecoder AlarmNo decoder video dataIndicates that there is a valid conn

Overview – SNMPThe VN 200 device has the ability to report alarm events via an SNMP trap, providing simple integration with network management systems

SNMP Trap DestinationsThe Filter Settings dialogue in the Alarm Logs page is used to add and remove destination IP addresses for NMS servers.The IP ad

IP AddressingWhat is an IP Address?A full explanation of IP addressing is beyond the scope of this user guide. However, the following details will pro

Multicast Address RangeA further range of addresses is available for multicast usage:224.0.0.0 – 239.255.255.255These addresses (also known as Class D