ATEN VK Series User manual

User Manual
ATEN VanCryst™
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 Rules. 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 Rules. 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 RoHS compliant.

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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:
Product Category Model Number Description
Controllers
ATEN Control Box VK1100 ATEN Compact Control Box
VK2100 ATEN Control Box
VK1200 ATEN Compact Control Box Gen. 2
VK2200 ATEN Control Box Gen. 2
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 IR/Serial Expansion Box
VK248 8-Channel Relay 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 (VK6000)
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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Conventions
This manual uses the following conventions:
Terminology
Monospaced Indicates text that you should key in.
[ ] Indicates keys you should press. For example, [Enter] means to
press the Enter key. If keys need to be chorded, they appear
together in the same bracket with a plus sign between them:
[Ctrl+Alt].
1. Numbered lists represent procedures with sequential steps.
♦Bullet lists provide information, but do not involve sequential steps.
>Indicates consecutive selecting options (such as on a menu or
dialog box). For example, Start
> Run means to open the Start
menu, and then select Run.
Indicates critical information.
Terminology Description
ATEN Controller,
controller
ATEN Controller or controller refers to all models of ATEN Control
Box (VK1100 / VK1200 and VK2100 / VK2200) and ATEN
Control Pad (VK0100 and VK0200).
ATEN Control Box,
Control Box
ATEN Control Box or Control Box refers to all models of ATEN
Control Box, including the VK2100 / VK2200 Control Box and the
VK1100 / VK1200 Compact Control Box (Gen. 1 & 2).
Viewer A Viewer is a software control interface users customize to
control and operate devices in their control system. A Viewer is
configurable using ATEN Configurator and applied to a supported
control device, such as a mobile device, ATEN Keypad, or ATEN
Control Pad, for it to function.
Project A project is a set of configurations for an ATEN Control System,
including configurations of one or more controllers and managed
devices.

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Package Contents
The standard package contents of each VK device are described below:
VK0100
1 VK0100 8-Button Control Pad
1 button pack
6 terminal blocks
1 faceplate
1 user instructions*
VK0200
1 VK0200 12-Button Control Pad
1 button pack
6 terminal blocks
1 faceplate
1 user instructions*
VK1100
1 VK1100 Compact Control Box
4 terminal blocks
1power cord
1 user instructions*
VK1200
1 VK1200 Compact Control Box Gen. 2
10 terminal blocks
1power cord
1 foot pad set (4 pcs)
1 user instructions*
VK2100
1 VK2100 Control Box
1 rack mount kit
9 terminal blocks

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1power cord
1 user instructions*
VK2200
1 VK2200 Control Box Gen. 2
1 rack mount kit
30 terminal blocks
1power cord
1 foot pad set (4 pcs)
1 user instructions*
VK112EU
1 VK112EU 12-Button Keypad
1 button pack
1 terminal block
1 faceplate
1 user instructions*
VK108US
1 VK108US 8-Button Keypad
1 button pack
1 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 IR / Serial Expansion Box
1 mounting kit

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6 terminal blocks
1 user instructions*
VK248
1 VK248 8-Channel Relay Expansion Box
1 mounting kit
9 terminal blocks
1 user instructions*
VK258
1 VK258 8-Channel Digital I/O Expansion Box
1 mounting kit
9 terminal blocks
1 user instructions*
VK330
1 VK330 10.1” Touch Panel
1 user instructions*
Note:
Read this manual thoroughly and follow the installation and operation
procedures carefully to prevent any damage to the VK Series devices and
other connected devices.
New features may have been added after the release of this manual. For an
up-to-date user manual, visit: http://www.aten.com/global/en/

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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
Reseller. Visit ATEN on the Web for a list of locations and telephone numbers:
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.
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