ATEN VM5808H User manual

8 x 8 HDMI Matrix Switch with Scaler
VM5808H
User Manual
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EMC Information
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.
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.
CE Warning:
This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio
interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
RoHS
This product is RoHS compliant.
Safety
This product has been classified as Information Technology Equipment.
SJ/T 11364-2006
The following contains information that relates to China.

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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 VERIFY THAT THE VOLTAGE SETTING IS
CORRECT BEFORE USE.
International http://eservice.aten.com
International 886-2-8692-6959
China 86-10-5255-0110
Japan 81-3-5615-5811
Korea 82-2-467-6789
North America 1-888-999-ATEN ext 4988
United Kingdom 44-8-4481-58923

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Package Contents
The VM5808H package consists of:
1 VM5808H 8 x 8 HDMI Matrix Switch with Scaler
1PowerCord
1 IR Remote Control
1 IR Receiver
1 Mounting Kit
1 User Instructions*
Check to make sure that all the components are present and that nothing got
damaged in shipping. If you encounter a problem, contact your dealer.
Read this manual thoroughly and follow the installation and operation
procedures carefully to prevent any damage to the unit, and/or any of the
devices connected to it.
*Features may have been added to the VM5808H since this manual was
published. Please visit our website to download the most up-to-date version.
© Copyright 2014 ATEN® International Co., Ltd.
Manual Date: 2014-01-14
ATENandtheATENlogoareregisteredtrademarksofATENInternationalCo.,Ltd.Allrightsreserved.
All other brand names and trademarks are the registered property of their respective owners.

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Contents
EMC Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii
RoHS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii
SJ/T 11364-2006. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii
User Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii
Online Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii
Telephone Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii
User Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii
Package Contents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v
About this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii
Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix
Product Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix
1. Introduction
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Source Devices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Display Devices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Cables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Source Device Operating Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Front View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Rear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
IR Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
2. Hardware Setup
Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Grounding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Cable Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Installation Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
3. Front Panel Configuration
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Front Panel Pushbuttons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Enter Password. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Main Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Port Switching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Input Port Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Output Port Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
LCD Menu Organization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Menu Pushbutton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

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IP Setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
IP Address / Subnet Mask. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Gateway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Serial Port Setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Baud Rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Operation Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
EDID Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
CEC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
OSD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Output Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Security Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Password. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Change Password. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Save to a Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Profile Pushbutton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
IR Remote Control Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Change the Input source of an Output display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Power on/off individual Output displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Power on/off all Output displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
4. System Operation
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Logging In. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Main Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Connection Status. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Status Colors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Output Audio Adjust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Web Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
System Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Port Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
EDID Mode Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Customized Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
EDID Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
CEA Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Video Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Video Processing Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Profile Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Profile Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
User Management 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Add / Edit User . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Privileges. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Telnet Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

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Configuration Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
1. H – Call up the command list for help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
2. GT – Set gateway address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
3. IM – Set IP subnet mask . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
4. IP – Set IP address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
5. LO – Load connections from profile. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
6. PW – Change password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
7. RI – Read what input is connected to nn output . . . . . . . . . . . .58
8. RO – Read what output is connected to nn input . . . . . . . . . . .58
9. SB – Set serial port baud rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
10. SS – Switch input to specified output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
11. SV – Save the current connections into a profile. . . . . . . . . . .59
12. TI – Set timeout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
13. VR – Software version information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
5. RS-232 Commands
Serial Control Protocol Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Configuring the Serial Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Switch Port Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
EDID Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Mute Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
CEC Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Power On Detection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Read . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Reset. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Baud Rate Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
Save/Load Profile Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
OSD Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
Verification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
Appendix
Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
International. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
Limited Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78

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About this Manual
This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your VM5808H
system. It covers all aspects of installation, configuration and operation. An
overview of the information found in the manual is provided below.
Chapter 1, Introduction, introduces you to the VM5808H system. Its
purpose, features and benefits are presented, and its front and back panel
components are described.
Chapter 2, Hardware Setup, describes how to set up your VM5808H
installation.
Chapter 3, Front Panel Configuration, explains the fundamental
concepts involved in operating the VM5808H at the local site via the front
panel LCD display using pushbuttons.
Chapter 4, System Operation, provides a complete description of the
VM5808H's Browser Graphical User Interface (GUI), and how to use it to
remotely configure and operate the VM5808H.
Chapter 5, RS-232 Protocol Commands, provides a complete list of the
serial control protocol commands used when utilizing the RS-232 Serial Port
so that an extra source device can be utilized in the installation.
An Appendix, provides specifications and other technical information
regarding the VM5808H.

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Conventions
This manual uses the following conventions:
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:
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 selecting the option (on a menu or dialog box, for
example), that comes next. For example, Start →Run means to
open the Start menu, and then select Run.
Indicates critical information.
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North America http://www.aten-usa.com

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Chapter 1
Introduction
Overview
The ATEN VanCryst VM5808H 8 x 8 HDMI Matrix Switch with Scaler is a
versatile solution that provides an easy way to route high definition video and
audio from any of 8 HDMI sources to any of 8 HDMI displays at the same time.
As a Matrix Switch, each input can be independently connected to any or all
outputs, giving you the ultimate in flexibility and control in any multi-display
audio/video installation.
The VM5808H features Seamless Switching, which employs FPGA matrix
system architecture to seamlessly switch between multiple sources and
multiple displays. With EDID Expert technology, the VM5808H selects the
optimum EDID settings for smooth power-up and highest quality display. It
also features a high-performing scaling engine that converts the video
resolution into the display's native resolution to give you the best image
quality.
You can easily configure the VM5808H via the front panel LCD display /
pushbuttons, and through the use of an IR Remote Control – the LCD provides
a quick view of all port connections, and lets operators access the unit’s built-
in configuration utility.
Furthermore, theVM5808H allows convenientconfiguration and operationvia
an intuitive Graphical User Interface (GUI) using any web browser. Because
your VM5808H can be controlled over a standard TCP/IP connection, it
conveniently integrates into any existing network for easy remote access. For
complete system and install integration, serial control is standard through the
VM5808H’s built-in RS-232 port that allows the switch to be controlled
through a high-end controller or PC.
The VM5808H is an ideal solution for applications that require HDMI output
from multiple sources to be conveniently delivered to any of multiple
destinations, such as stage presentations, competitions, control centers, and
system installations that require real-time reports.

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Features
Connects any of 8 HDMI sources to any of 8 HDMI displays
Long Distance Transmission – supports up to 15 m (24 AWG)
HDMI (3D, Deep color); HDCP compatible
Features a built in high-performance scaler function for best image quality
Easily switch between mulitple sources and multiple displays
Seamless Switch – provides continuous video streams, real-time switching
and stable signal transmission*
EDID Expert technology – selects optimum EDID settings for smooth
power-up and highest quality display
Front Panel Configuration:
Front panel LCD display and pushbuttons
IR Remote Control
System Operation:
Serial controller
Browser Graphical User Interface (GUI)
Telnet
Built-in bi-directional RS-232 serial port for high-end system control
Superior video quality – HDTV resolution of 480p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p
(1920 x 1080)
Supports Dolby True HD and DTS HD Master audio
Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) support
Power On Detection – If an HDMI source is powered off the VM5808H
automatically switches to the next powered on source
Supports IR signals for remote control
Firmware Upgradeable
Rack Mountable
All metal casing
*Note: If Seamless Switching is enabled, the video output will not display 3D,
Deep Color or interlace resolution (i.e., 1080i) features. To avail of these
features, you must disable Seamless Switching.

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Requirements
The following devices are required for a complete VM5808H installation:
Source Devices
Computer or A/V source device with HDMI Type A output connector(s)
Note: A DVI/HDMI adapter is required when connecting a DVI source device.
Display Devices
Display devices or receivers with an HDMI Type A input connector
Cables
1 HDMI cable for each source device you will be connecting
1 HDMI cable for each display device you will be connecting
1 Cat 5e cable
1 RS-232 serial cable
Note: No cables are included in this package. We strongly recommend that
you purchase high-quality cables of appropriate length since this will
affect the quality of the audio and video display. Contact your dealer to
purchase the correct cable sets.

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Source Device Operating Systems
Supported operating systems are shown in the table below:
OS Version
Windows 2000 and higher
Linux RedHat 6.0 and higher
SuSE 8.2 and higher
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Mac OS 9 and higher
DOS 6.2 and higher

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Components
Front View
No. Component Description
1 LCD Display The LCD Display gives a quick view of all port
connections, and shows the various options for
configuring and operating the VM5808H. For full
details, see Main Screen, page 15.
2 Input Pushbuttons These pushbuttons refer to the HDMI Input ports found
on the VM5808H rear panel. Press to select the Input
port. These pushbuttons may also correspond to menu
options, connection profiles (P1–P8) and so on.
Note: The INPUT (1–8) front panel pushbuttons have
built-in LEDs that light to indicate they have been
selected.
3 Output Pushbuttons These pushbuttons refer to the HDMI Output ports
found on the VM5808H rear panel. Press to select the
Output port. These pushbuttons may also correspond
to connection profiles (P9–P16).
Note: The OUTPUT (1–8) front panel pushbuttons
have built-in LEDs that light to indicate they have been
selected.
4 Function Pushbuttons The function pushbuttons (MENU, PROFILE,ENTER
and CANCEL) are for navigating the LCD built-in
configuration utility. For full details, see Front Panel
Pushbuttons, page 13.
Note: The MENU and PROFILE front panel
pushbuttons have built-in LEDs that light to indicate
they have been selected.
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Rear View
No. Component Description
1 Power Socket This is a standard 3-pin AC power socket. The power
cord from an AC source plugs in here.
2 Power Switch This is a standard rocker switch that powers the unit
on and off.
3 Grounding Terminal The grounding wire attaches here. See Grounding,
page 10, for further details.
4 HDMI Input Ports The cables from your HDMI source devices plug into
these ports.
5 HDMI Output Ports The cables from your HDMI display devices plug into
these ports.
6 IR Port Connect the IR Receiver unit included with your
product via this 3.5 mm Mini Stereo Jack.
7 RS-232 Serial Port Connect a computer or high-end system controller via
this serial port.
8 Ethernet Port In order to access the VM5808H’s Browser Graphical
User Interface (GUI), the VM5808H must be
connected to your network. The cable that connects
the VM5808H to your LAN plugs in here. See Cable
Connection, page 11, for further details
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IR Remote Control
No. Component Description
1 Power ON/OFF Use the ON and OFF pushbuttons to turn the Output
displays on or off – by individual port, or all ports. (see
IR Remote Control Operation, page 30)
2 Output Pushbuttons
1–8 Press Output display pushbuttons 1–8 to select the
Output display you want to configure (see IR Remote
Control Operation, page 30).
3 Input Pushbuttons
1–8 Press Input source pushbuttons 1–8 to select the
Input source you want to display on a selected output
(see IR Remote Control Operation, page 30).
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Chapter 2
Hardware Setup
Rack Mounting
The VM5808H can be mounted in a 19” (1U) system rack. For the most
convenient front panel pushbutton configuration and operation at the local site,
mount the unit at the front of the rack, as follows:
1. Use the M3 x 8 Phillips head hex screws supplied with the Mounting Kit
to screw the rack mounting brackets onto the front of the unit.
2. Position the unit in the front of the rack and align the holes in the mounting
brackets with the holes in the rack.
3. Screw the mounting brackets to the rack.
1. Important safety information regarding the placement of this
device is provided on page 73. Please review it before
proceeding.
2. Make sure that the power to all devices connected to the
installation are turned off. You must unplug the power cords of
any computers that have the Keyboard Power On function.
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Grounding
To prevent damage to your installation, it is important that all devices are
properly grounded.
1. Use a grounding wire to ground the VM5808H by connecting one end of
the wire to the grounding terminal, and the other end of the wire to a
suitable grounded object.
2. Make sure that all devices in your VM5808H installation are properly
grounded.