ATEN VK Series User manual

User Manual
VK Series & Configurator
ATEN Control System

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Compliance Statements
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION INTERFERENCE
STATEMENT
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC ules. These limits are
designed to 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, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user
will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
The device complies with Part 15 of the FCC ules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC Caution
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
Warning
Operation of this equipment in a residential environment could cause radio
interference.
Achtung
Der Gebrauch dieses Geräts in Wohnumgebung kann Funkstörungen
verursachen.
KCC Statement

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Industry Canada Statement
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003
RoHS
This product is oHS compliant.

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User Information
Online Registration
Be sure to register your product at our online support center:
Telephone Support
For telephone support, call this number:
User Notice
All information, documentation, and specifications contained in this manual
are subject to change without prior notification by the manufacturer. The
manufacturer makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or
implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any
warranties as to merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. Any of
the manufacturer's software described in this manual is sold or licensed as is.
Should the programs prove defective following their purchase, the buyer (and
not the manufacturer, its distributor, or its dealer), assumes the entire cost of all
necessary servicing, repair and any incidental or consequential damages
resulting from any defect in the software.
The manufacturer of this system is not responsible for any radio and/or TV
interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this device. It is the
responsibility of the user to correct such interference.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any damage incurred in the operation
of this system if the correct operational voltage setting was not selected prior
to operation. PLEASE VE IFY THAT THE VOLTAGE SETTING IS
CO ECT BEFO E USE.
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Product Information
For information about all ATEN products and how they can help you connect
without limits, visit ATEN on the Web or contact an ATEN Authorized
eseller. Visit ATEN on the Web for a list of locations and telephone numbers:
Package Contents
Check to make sure that all the components are in working order. If you
encounter any problem, please contact your dealer.
VK 1
1 VK0100 8-Button Control Pad
1 button pack
4 2-pin terminal blocks
2 3-pin terminal blocks
1 faceplate
1 user instructions*
VK 2
1 VK0200 12-Button Control Pad
1 button pack
4 2-pin terminal blocks
2 3-pin terminal blocks
1 faceplate
1 user instructions*
VK11
1 VK1100 Compact Control Box
International http://www aten com
North America http://www aten-usa com

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1 2-pin terminal block
1 3-pin terminal block
2 4-pin terminal blocks
1 power cord
1 user instructions*
VK11 A
1 VK1100A Control Box Gen. 2
7 2-pin terminal blocks
2 3-pin terminal blocks
1 5-pin terminal block
1 power cord
1 foot pad set (4 pcs)
1 user instructions*
VK12
1 VK1200 Compact Control Box Gen. 2 with Dual LAN
7 2-pin terminal blocks
2 3-pin terminal blocks
1 5-pin terminal block
1 power cord
1 foot pad set (4 pcs)
1 user instructions*
VK21
1 VK2100 Control Box
1 rack mount kit
2 3-pin terminal blocks
6 4-pin terminal block
1 5-pin terminal block

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1 power cord
1 user instructions*
VK21 A
1 VK2100A Control Box Gen. 2
1 rack mount kit
12 2-pin terminal blocks
4 3-pin terminal blocks
3 5-pin terminal block
1 power cord
1 foot pad set (4 pcs)
1 user instructions*
VK22
1 VK2200 Control Box Gen. 2 with Dual LAN
1 rack mount kit
20 2-pin terminal blocks
6 3-pin terminal blocks
4 5-pin terminal block
1 power cord
1 foot pad set (4 pcs)
1 user instructions*
VK112EU
1 VK112EU 12-Button Keypad
1 button pack
1 2-pin terminal block
1 faceplate
1 user instructions*

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VK1 8US
1 VK108US 8-Button Keypad
1 button pack
1 2-pin terminal block
1 faceplate
1 user instructions*
VK224
1 VK224 4-Port Serial Expansion Box
1 power adapter
1 mounting kit
1 user instructions*
VK236
1 VK236 6-Port I / Serial Expansion Box
1 mounting kit
6 3-pin terminal blocks
1 user instructions*
VK248
1 VK248 8-Channel elay Expansion Box
1 mounting kit
9 2-pin terminal blocks
1 user instructions*
VK258
1 VK258 8-Channel Digital I/O Expansion Box
1 mounting kit
9 2-pin terminal blocks
1 user instructions*

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VK33
1 VK330 10.1” Touch Panel
1 user instructions*

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Contents
Compliance Statements ii
User Information iv
Online Registration iv
Telephone Support iv
User Notice iv
Product Information v
Package Contents v
VK0100 v
VK0200 v
VK1100 v
VK1100A vi
VK1200 vi
VK2100 vi
VK2100A vii
VK2200 vii
VK112EU vii
VK108US viii
VK224 viii
VK236 viii
VK248 viii
VK258 viii
VK330 ix
Contents x
About this Manual xviii
Conventions xxi
Terminology xxi
What’s New in Version 3 4 xxii
1. Introduction
Overview 1
Benefits 3
Intelligent Control 3
Optimized Performance 3
Simplified Setup 3
Effortless Expandability 3
User-Oriented Convenience 3
On-the-Go Control 4
Features 5
Controllers 5
ATEN Control Box Gen 2 5
ATEN Control Box (VK1100 / VK2100) 6
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ATEN Control Pad 7
ATEN Configurator 8
ATEN Control System App 8
Control Interfaces 9
ATEN Keypads 9
ATEN Touch Panel 9
Requirements 10
Accessories 11
2. Hardware Setup and Panel Operation
ATEN Control Box 13
VK1100 / VK2100 Panel Components 13
VK2100 Front View 13
VK1100 Front View 13
VK2100 Rear View 15
VK1100 Rear View 15
VK1100A / VK1200 / VK2100A / VK2200 Panel Components 16
VK1100A Front View 16
VK1200 Front View 16
VK2100A Front View 17
VK2200 Front View 17
VK1100A Rear View 19
VK1200 Rear View 19
VK2100A Rear View 19
VK2200 Rear View 19
Placement 22
Desktop 22
Rack Mounting 22
Control Box Connections 28
VK1100 Installation Diagram 30
VK1100A Installation Diagram 31
VK1200 Installation Diagram 32
VK2100 Installation Diagram 33
VK2100A Installation Diagram 34
VK2200 Installation Diagram 35
12 V DC Power Output 36
Relay 40
IR / Serial 41
One IR Transmitter 42
Two IR Transmitters 42
Digital I/O 43
RS-232 (3-Pin) 45
RS-232 / 422 / 485 (DB-9) 46
RS-232 / 422 / 485 (5-Pin) 47
Ethernet / Control LAN 48

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ATEN Control Pad 49
Panel Components 49
LED Indications 51
Installing the Control Pads 52
Wiring Information 57
RS-232 Serial Connection 57
Relay Connections 58
Digital Input Device 59
Ethernet 60
ATEN Expansion Box 61
Control Interface Devices 62
ATEN Keypad 62
Hardware Overview 63
LED Indications 65
Layout Examples 66
Installing ATEN Keypad 67
ATEN Touch Panel 71
Mounting the Touch Panel 72
Installing the Touch Panel 74
Operating the Touch Panel 74
Changing the Interface Language 74
Configuring the Network Settings 75
Updating Control System App 75
Upgrading Firmware for ATEN Touch Panel 75
3. Web-Based Configuration and Control
Overview 77
Determining the IP Address of the Controller 77
LCD Panel 78
IP Installer 78
Logging In 79
Dashboard 80
Settings 81
General 82
Licenses for Mobile Control 84
Storage 85
Access 86
Monitor 88
Network 89
Working as a DHCP Server 89
Connections 90
Schedule 91
Security 92

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4. ATEN Configurator (VK6 )
Overview 93
Installation 93
Getting Started Tasks 96
Main Screen 98
Overview 98
Menu Bar 99
Creating Projects 106
Configuring Managed Devices 108
Overview 108
Left Sidebar 109
Device Configuration List 110
Adding Devices to the Device Configuration List 112
Adding Non-KNX-Compliant Devices to ATEN Configurator 112
Via ATEN Device Library or My Library 112
Via the Properties Column 113
Adding KNX-compliant Devices to ATEN Configurator 114
Device Properties 115
Controller Properties 115
Expansion Box (Expander) 117
Serial Device Properties 118
I/O Device Properties 120
IR/Relay Device Properties 121
Ethernet Device Properties 122
Library 125
Device Library 126
Configuring the Control Interface (Viewer) 127
Getting Started with Configuring Viewers 127
The Design Tab 128
Viewer List 129
Monitor / Control List 131
Configuration Panel 132
Library 132
Simulator 132
Adding Viewers 133
Deciding How Many & What Viewer to Create 133
Configuring a Viewer 134
Adding / Removing a Page 138
Configuring a Subpage 139
Duplicating a Viewer 142
Viewer Control Objects 143
Understanding Control Objects 143
Configuring Control Objects 144
Control Object Properties 147
Buttons 147
Groups 151

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Labels 152
Slider Bars 153
PowerPoint Control and Media Control Templates 155
Images 156
Layering Images 157
Videos 158
Dial Kit 162
Frame & Line 164
Object Properties for ATEN Keypad / Control Pad 165
Button / Slider Bar / Dial Kit Actions 168
Understanding Button/Slider Bar/Dial Kit Actions 168
Configuring Button/Slider Bar Actions 170
Functions 171
Device Functions 173
Applications of Device Functions 175
Example: Configuring actions of dial keys 175
Advanced Functions 176
Applications of Advanced Functions 178
Set Flag 178
Condition 179
Change Button State 184
Change Label 186
Change Group Button State 187
Change Slider Bar Level 188
Change Button Name 189
Library 191
Graphic Library 192
Button 192
Background 193
Image (Device Icon) 193
Device Interface 194
Flag 195
Monitor 197
Understanding Monitor 197
Condition Types 199
Functions 202
Creating an If Monitor 203
Creating a Switch Monitor 206
Creating a Bypass Monitor 209
Creating a While Loop Monitor 210
Creating a Professional Monitor 211
Macro 215
Scheduled Events 217

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Variables 218
Understanding Variables 218
Creating a Variable for Devices that Return
Feedback Messages 219
Creating a Variable for Devices that Do Not Return Feedback Mes-
sages 221
Creating a Button for Bypassing Feedback to a Variable 224
Timers 225
Configuring a Timer Event 226
Centralized Monitoring and Control via Unizon™ 229
Overview 229
Unizon™ 229
Monitor ATEN-controller-managed Devices via Unizon™ 229
Control ATEN-controller-managed Devices via Unizon™ 229
Enabling Monitoring and Control via Unizon™ 230
Creating a Monitor Item 231
Creating a Control Item 234
Removing a Monitor / Control Item 236
The Upload Tab 237
Viewing Controller Information 239
5. ATEN Database Generator
Overview 241
Accessing the Database Generator 241
My Library 243
Function Tabs 244
Controls on the My Library Window 246
Editing / Adding a New Device 248
Serial Device 249
Text Command Tools 253
IR Device 254
Digital Output Device 257
Relay Device 258
Ethernet Device 259
Testing Commands 265
Configuring Queries 267
ATEN Library 269
6. Remote PC Control
Overview 271
Specifications 271
Setting Up Remote PC Control 273
Installing ControlAssist on Target Computers 273

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Adding Target Computers to the Control System 276
Configuring a Control Interface 278
Supported PC Control Actions 282
7. ATEN Control System App
Overview 285
Requirements 285
Installing the App 285
Demo/Start Screen 286
WinViewer1 / iPad / Android1 287
Demo 289
Control Pages 289
Overview 290
Welcome (List of Viewers) Page 290
Manage Viewer 291
Manage LAN Device 292
Controller 293
Simulating Viewer Controls with Demo Mode 295
Preferences 297
Log Report 299
Report History 300
Information 301
Download Viewer 302
Downloading Viewers 303
Appendix
Safety Instructions 305
General 305
Rack Mount 307
Technical Support 308
International 308
North America 308
Specifications 309
VK0100 309
VK0200 309
VK1100 312
VK1100A 314
VK1200 317
VK2100 320
VK2100A 323
VK2200 326
VK330 329
Control System Project Specifications 330
CAD and Panel Cutout Diagrams 331

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VK0100 331
VK0200 335
VK108US 339
VK112EU 343
Datapoint Types 347
ATEN Control Box Reset Button 350
Windows OS Button Limitation 351
Limited Warranty 352

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About this Manual
This user manual is provided to help you get the most from your ATEN Control
System. It covers all aspects of installation, configuration, and operation of the
ATEN controllers, configuration software, and their accessories, including:
Pro uct Category Mo el Number Description
Controllers ATEN Control Box VK1100 ATEN Compact Control Box
VK2100 ATEN Control Box
VK1100A ATEN Compact Control Box Gen. 2
VK2100A ATEN Control Box Gen. 2
VK1200 ATEN Compact Control Box Gen. 2 with
Dual LAN
VK2200 ATEN Control Box Gen. 2 with Dual
LAN
ATEN Control Pad VK0100 8-Button Control Pad (US, 1 Gang)
VK0200 12-Button Control Pad (EU, 2 Gang)
Control
Interfaces
ATEN Keypad VK108US 8-Button Keypad (US, 1 Gang)
VK112EU 12-Button Keypad (EU, 2 Gang)
ATEN Touch Panel VK330 10.1” Touch Panel
ATEN Expansion Box VK224 4-Port Serial Expansion
VK236 6-Port I /Serial Expansion Box
VK248 8-Channel elay Expansion Box
VK258 8-Channel Digital I/O Expansion Box
Software ATEN Configurator VK6000 An application used for creating and
configuring control system projects,
control functions, and visual design of
control interfaces (Viewers).
Database Generator - A repository used for creating and storing
drivers and operation commands of
controlled devices for reuse when
configuring Viewers using ATEN
Configurator.
ControlAssist - An application installed at a PC for it to
be remotely control by ATEN Control
System.
Control System
App
- An application used on mobile devices
for centralized control of multiple rooms.

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An overview of the information found in the manual is provided below.
Chapter 1, Introduction
Introduces you to the ATEN Control System, its purpose, features, and
benefits, and the panel components of the Control Box and Control Pad.
Chapter 2, Hardware Setup
Provides the necessary steps to set up the ATEN Control System, including the
detailed wiring of the different types of hardware interface connections.
Chapter 3, Browser Operation
Provides information about the Control Box’s and Control Pad’s web interface
and its functions for remotely configuring specific parts of the ATEN Control
System.
Chapter 4, ATEN Configurator (VK6 )
Provides a complete description of the ATEN Configurator (VK6000) software
and its configuration / operation features for managing the ATEN Control Sys-
tem.
Chapter 5, ATEN Database Generator
Provides a complete description of the Database Generator software and its
functions for adding new devices to the VK6000 device library.
Chapter 6, Remote PC Control
Explains how to set up your computer as a licensed device for remote control
and the control actions supported.
Chapter 7, ATEN Control System App
Provides a complete description of the ATEN mobile app, the license required,
and its functions and features for remotely operating devices connected to the
ATEN Control System.
Appendix
Provides specifications and other technical information regarding the ATEN
Control System.

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Note:
ead this manual thoroughly and follow the installation and operation
procedures carefully to prevent any damage to the unit and/or connected
devices.
The product may be updated, with features and functions added, improved,
or removed since the release of this manual. For an up-to-date user
manual, visit http://www.aten.com/global/en/