Draytek VigorSwitch V1281 User manual

VigorSwitch V1281
24 Ports + 4 Combo UTP/SFP Ports
A/V Video Switch
User’s Guide
Version: 1.0
Firmware Version: V2.3.0
(For future update, please visit DrayTek we site)
Date: Jun 2018
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Safety Instructions and Approvals
Safety
Instructions
Read the installation guide thoroughly be ore you set up the switch.
The switch should only be repaired by authorized and quali ied personnel.
Do not try to open or repair the switch yoursel ; doing so is hazardous and
will void your warranty.
Do not place the switch in a damp or humid place, e.g. a bathroom.
Do not stack the switches directly on top o one another.
The switch should be used in an indoor location, within a temperature
range o +5 to +40 Celsius (including when placed inside a rack).
Do not expose the switch to direct sunlight or other heat sources. The
housing and electronic components may be damaged by direct sunlight or
heat sources.
Do not deploy network or power connections outdoors to prevent
electronic shock hazards.
Keep the packaging out o reach o children or sa ety.
When you dispose o the switch, please ollow local regulations.
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from any defects in workmanship or materials for a period of two (2) years from the date
of purchase from a DrayTek authorized dealer in the U /Ireland. eep your purchase
receipt as it serves as proof of date of purchase. During the warranty period, and upon
proof of purchase, should the product have indications of failure due to faulty
workmanship and/or materials, we will, at our discretion, repair or replace the defective
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replacement will consist of a new or re-manufactured functionally equivalent product of
equal value, and will be offered solely at our discretion. This warranty will not apply if
the product is modified, misused, tampered with, damaged by external factors, used
with unapproved accessories or subjected to abnormal working conditions. Warranty
applies to hardware only, not software or firmware. Defects which do not significantly
affect the usability of the product will not be covered by the warranty. We reserve the
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Regulatory Information
Federal Communication Commission Inter erence Statement
This equipment has been tested and ound to comply with the limits or a Class A digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 o the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harm ul
inter erence in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio requency
energy and, i not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harm ul inter erence
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that inter erence will not occur in a particular
installation. I this equipment does cause harm ul inter erence to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
inter erence by one o the ollowing measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit di erent rom that to which the receiver is
connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician or help.
This device complies with Part 15 o the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the ollowing two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harm ul inter erence, and
(2) This device may accept any inter erence received, including inter erence that may cause undesired
operation.
Caution: Any changes or modi ications not expressly approved by the party responsible or compliance
could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
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Due to the continuous evolution of DrayTek technology and emerging
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Please consult the DrayTek web site for more information on newest
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Table of
Table of Contents Contents
Part I Introduction................................................................................................................1
I-1 Introduction................................................................................................................................ 2
I-1-1 Specifications.................................................................................................................. 2
I-2 Package Contents...................................................................................................................... 4
I-3 LED Indicators and Connectors................................................................................................ 5
I-3 Principles of Operation.............................................................................................................. 6
I-4 VigorSwitch Installation............................................................................................................. 8
I-5 Topology and Hardware Installation.........................................................................................9
I-6 Initial Switch Configuration..................................................................................................... 12
I-6-1 Locate the VigorSwitch’s IP Address............................................................................12
I-6-2 Access the VigorSwitch’s Web Interface (GUI).............................................................13
I-6-3 Define your Port Functions........................................................................................... 14
I-6-3-1 Setting up Output ports for LAN/Internet access...............................................16
I-7 User Operation.........................................................................................................................18
I-7-1 [Preset Selection].......................................................................................................... 19
I-7-2 [Source Selection]......................................................................................................... 20
I-8 [Dashboard].............................................................................................................................. 21
I-8-1 Configure Switch Name & Location..............................................................................23
I-9 [Status]...................................................................................................................................... 24
I-9-1 [Port Bandwidth Utilization]........................................................................................... 24
Part II A/V Switch Configuration.......................................................................................25
II-1 [Port Setup].............................................................................................................................. 26
II-2 [Presets Setup]........................................................................................................................ 28
II-2-1 [Preset Names Setup].................................................................................................. 28
II-2-2 [Preset Setup].............................................................................................................. 29
Part III [System Setup].......................................................................................................31
III-1 [Multicast]............................................................................................................................... 32
III-1-1 [Properties]................................................................................................................. 32
III-1-2 [IGMP Snooping]........................................................................................................ 33
III-1-2-1 [IGMP Setting].................................................................................................33
III-1-2-2 [IGMP Querier Setting]....................................................................................36
III-1-2-3 [IGMP Static Group]........................................................................................ 37
III-1-2-4 [IGMP Group Table]........................................................................................ 38
III-1-2-5 [IGMP Router Table].......................................................................................39
III-2 [SNMP]..................................................................................................................................... 40
III-2-1 [View].......................................................................................................................... 41
III-2-2 [Group]........................................................................................................................ 42
III-2-3 [Community]................................................................................................................ 44
III-2-4 [User].......................................................................................................................... 45
III-2-5 [Engine ID].................................................................................................................. 47
III-2-5-1 [Local Engine ID].............................................................................................47
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III-2-5-2 [Remote Engine ID].........................................................................................48
III-2-6 [Trap Event]................................................................................................................ 50
III-2-7 [Notification]................................................................................................................ 51
III-3 [TR-069]................................................................................................................................... 53
III-4 [Time and Date]....................................................................................................................... 55
III-4-1 [System Time Zone]....................................................................................................55
III-4-2 [Time].......................................................................................................................... 56
III-5 [User Management]................................................................................................................57
III-6 [Network]................................................................................................................................. 59
III-6-1 [IP Address]................................................................................................................ 59
III-6-2 [IPv6 Address]............................................................................................................ 61
III-7 [ irmware Upgrade]................................................................................................................ 62
III-8 [Configuration Backup].......................................................................................................... 63
III-9 [ actory Default]..................................................................................................................... 64
III-10 [Reboot]................................................................................................................................. 65
Part IV Troubleshooting....................................................................................................66
IV-1 [Diagnostics].......................................................................................................................... 67
IV-1-1 [Cable Diagnostics].................................................................................................... 67
IV-1-2 [Ping Test].................................................................................................................. 68
IV-1-3 [SysLog]..................................................................................................................... 69
IV-1-3-1 [SysLog Explorer]...........................................................................................69
IV-1-3-2 [SysLog Settings]............................................................................................70
IV-2 Contacting DrayTek................................................................................................................ 73
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Part I Introduction
Part I Introduction
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I-1 Introduction
I-1 Introduction
The VigorSwitch V1281 is a Gigabit Ethernet switch optimized or the switching o A/V
signals over IP. The V1281 is designed with an intuitive and easy to use inter ace or both
installers and the end users who will be using the product.
As a Gigabit switch, as well as handling your A/V switching, it can also be used or your
networking (Data/LAN) requirements, connecting regular LAN components at ull Gigabit
speed, isolated rom the A/V signals so that there is no per ormance impact.
I-1-
I-1-1 1 Specifications Specifications
Physical Inter aces:
Physical Inter aces:
24 10/100/1000BaseT Ethernet Ports (RJ-45 IEEE 802.3/3u/ab)
Ports Can be set to video input (source), video stream output or data LAN
Port No. 1 is always set or data/LAN only
4 Additional Selectable Ports (Nos. 25-28), use as either:
10/100/1000BaseT (Gigabit) Ethernet or
SFP (802.3z)
Video Feed Control:
Video Feed Control:
Con igure ports as 'source', 'output' or 'data' (LAN)
Select source per output using app (iOS/Android) or browser
Select presets rom browser
Sources/Outputs can be restricted per user
Management:
Management:
Responsive Web Design to suit multiple browser sizes/devices
Multiple users (admin or standard user)
Firmware Upgrade/Backup by HTTP/HTTPS
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Con iguration Upgrade/Backup
Web Inter ace uses TLS1.2/SSL
Telnet / SSH or CLI control & 3rd party integration (API)
Diagnostics:
Diagnostics:
Port Status & usage display
Port Bandwidth usage display
CPU/RAM Usage display
Port-based cable test
IGMP Snooping – Multicast:
IGMP Snooping – Multicast:
Up to 256 multicast groups
IGMP Snooping V2/V3 (BISS)
IGMP V2/V3 Querier
Immediate Leave
Note : Usage o IGMP may inter ere with normal AV switching unctions
General IEEE Standards Compliance:
General IEEE Standards Compliance:
802.3 10Base-T
802.3u 100Base-T
802.3ab 1000Base-T
802.3x Flow Control Capability
802.3 Auto-negotiation
Physical Speci ications:
Physical Speci ications:
Power Requirements: 220-240VAC
802.3az Energy E icient Ethernet
Environment: Operation Temperature: 0°C~40°C
Storage Temperature: -10°C~70°C
Dimensions: 441 x 270 x 45 mm (W x D x H).
Rack mountable: 1U. Brackets included.
Power: 110-250VAC
Weight: 4.4Kg (excluding SFP modules/cables)
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I-2 Package Contents
I-2 Package Contents
Be ore you start installing the switch, veri y that the package contains the ollowing:
VigorSwitch V1281
Main Unit
Quick Start Guide
Rack Mount Kit (brackets) & screws
Also Rubber eet (not shown)
UK-type Power Cord
I any o these items is missing or damaged when you receive the product, please
immediately contact your supplier.
You will also need HDMI-to-IP extenders/convertors – one or each A/V source or output.
These are not supplied with the VigorSwitch (see Section I-3 or more in ormation).
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I-3 LED Indicators and Connectors
I-3 LED Indicators and Connectors
LED Status Explanation
SYS
On (Green) The switch inishes system booting and the system is
ready.
Blinking
(Green) The switch is starting up (booting)
O The switch is not ready or there is an error.
PWR
On (Green) The device is powered and running normally.
O The device is powered o .
RJ-45 LNK/ACT
Port 1 ~ 28
On (Green) The device is connected at 1000Mbps.
On (Amber) The device is connected at 10/100Mbps.
Blinking The port is sending or receiving data.
O The port is not connected.
Interface / Port Description
RJ-45 LNK/ACT Ports 1 ~ 24 Port 1 to Port 24 are standard RJ-45 Ethernet ports
supporting Gigabit speed.
RJ-45 or SFP Ports 25 ~ 28 Port 25 to Port 28 are used either as Fibre ports or RJ-
45 ports. I you use, or example, Port 25 as RJ-45, you
cannot use the corresponding SFP Port 25 and vice-
versa.
IEC/C24 Socket on Rear
Power inlet: AC 100~240V/AC, 50/60Hz.
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SFP Ports
25-28
Combo Ports
25-28
RJ45 LNK/ACT
Port 1 to Port 24

I-
I-3 3 Principles of Operation Principles of Operation
Although you may have used DrayTek switches or regular networking applications
previously, the V1281 is di erent because it’s designed or switching A/V.
Sources and Outputs
Throughout this Quick Setup Guide and also within the V1281’s admin inter ace we will re er
to sources and outputs.
A source is any device which is providing a video or audio output – most commonly a
DVD/Blu-ray player, a satellite receiver or other set-top box or a CCTV system.
An output is what you’ll be watching or listening on, such as a TV, a projector or an
ampli ier/receiver.
Also, in our setup guides and in the switch GUI we will generally colour code sources in red
and outputs in green to aid with illustration and clarity.
I you are reading the printed version o this guide in Black & White,
you may pre er to download the colour PDF version rom our web
site.
HDMI vs. Ethernet Ca ling
Like any Ethernet switch, the V1281 has RJ-45 sockets on the ront, not HDMI. Although
native HDMI switches do exist, cable lengths are limited and the cables themselves are more
costly and complex to wire up.
Using Ethernet means you use low cost CAT5e (or higher) cable which o ten already exists in
a location. I you use ibre optic cable, Ethernet can carry or many kilometers i needed;
the VigorSwitch can support up to 4 SFP ibre modules.
Using CAT5e also means that the V1281 is very scalable – you can add as many or ew
sources or outputs as you need up to the maximum number o ports whereas with a native
HDMI switch, it will have a ixed number o ports, which you pay or whether you need them
or not. With the V1281 your AV signals can also share the network or networking
in rastructure with your data networking or PCs or other devices.
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Converting HDMI to IP – Using Extenders
The source’s HDMI output has to be converted into a TCP/IP stream which can be handled
by the V1281 and to connect to CAT5e RJ-45 connections (or CAT6). For this you need an
HDMI to IP adaptor (or ‘extender). These are available rom many vendors, either as pairs
or sender and receiver units individually. Prices vary considerable depending on eatures,
brand/quality and resolution or picture quality.
A VigorSwitch V1281 might, or example, have two sources (e.g. two satellite receivers) and
eight TVs around the premises, or it might have ten sources and just two screens – you can
have any combination, providing just the right number o converters/extenders so you’re
not paying or HDMI ports you don’t need – you just purchase the right number o HDMI-to-IP
convertors.
As there are many similar looking products, it is essential is that the HDMI-to-IP
adaptor/extender that you use supports IP. Some devices can send an HDMI signal over
CAT5/CAT6 cable, but using a proprietary method, and not IP or Ethernet. That type o
device will not work with the VigorSwitch V1281 and may even cause damage so please be
sure that the device you connect uses IP and Ethernet (10/100/1000BaseT). Any additional
unctions or eatures, such as IR (in ra-red) pass-through, RS-232 pass-through, HDMI loop-
through, maximum resolution or the type o codec used will depend on your requirements
and budget. Also consider how the extenders are powered and whether you need to rack
mount them.
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I-
I-4 4 VigorSwitch Installation VigorSwitch Installation
Physical Installation – Rack or Desktop Fitting
The VigorSwitch V1281 can sit on a desk or shel ; please it the rubber eet (supplied) only i
you will be using it in that way. I you will be mounting the switch in a standard 19” rack,
attach the rack mount ‘ears’ to each side o the switch using the screws provided. Do not
use any other screws. Tighten securely.
You can then it the switch to your rack. Mounting hardware or that is not supplied and will
depend on your rack type.
Installing Network Ca les
Crossover or straight-through cable: All the ports on the switch support Auto-MDI/MDI-X
unctionality. Both straight-through or crossover cables can be used as the media to connect
the switch with PCs as well as other devices like switches, hubs or router.
Category 3, 4, 5 or 5e, 6 UTP/STP cable: To make a valid connection and obtain the optimal
per ormance, an appropriate cable that corresponds to di erent transmitting/receiving
speed is required. To choose a suitable cable, please re er to the ollowing table.
Media Speed Wiring
10/100/1000
M ps copper
10 Mbps Category 3,4,5 UTP/STP
100Mbps Category 5 UTP/STP
1000 Mbps Category 5e, 6 UTP/STP
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I-
I-5 5 Topology and Hardware Installation Topology and Hardware Installation
Installing and con iguring your VigorSwitch V1281 should be very straight orward i you plan
care ully and are clear about your network/AV topology.
Be ore starting, ensure that you know how many sources (Satellite Receivers, Blu-Ray, DVD,
STB etc.) you will have and how many outputs (screens/projectors) you’ll be eeding to.
You will need an HDMI-to-IP sender or each source and a receiver or each output (see
previous section).
In the example below, a pub has with three source devices on the le t and our output
screens on the right:
For this example, you would need three HDMI-over-IP senders and our receivers. Any port
on the V1281 can be de ined as one o three modes (source, output or LAN) so it doesn’t
matter which port you select or your sources or outputs. Later, when you con igure the
V1281, you will allocate each port’s unction.
Coloured cables are used only or illustration – Red are our sources, Green our outputs and
the Purple cables are LAN (networking connections) or PCs, routers, uplinks, wireless bases
etc. Remember, any port can be set to any o those unctions but we’ve grouped them in
this photograph because it’s simpler (and looks pretty). Also, you won’t necessarily have
4+4+3 – you can have any combination.
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Device Connection
Connect an HDMI-to-IP sender unit to each source device (Set-top boxes, DVD players etc.).
The sender units will also need power (not shown). Connect the Ethernet end o the sender
to your VigorSwitch V1281. In the example photo below, we have used two satellite TV
receivers as the sources:
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Connect an HDMI-to-IP receiver unit to all output devices (TVs or Projectors) and connect
an Ethernet cable rom the receiver unit to the VigorSwitch V1281 (via your structured
cabling or RJ-45 sockets around the building etc.). Receiver units will also need power (not
shown):
HDMI-to-IP senders and receivers look alike so double check you have them the right way
around. Senders connect to your source (e.g. DVD player) and receivers connect to your
output (e.g. television).
Connect your VigorSwitch V1281 to your computer network (we suggest using port 1). You
can connect a PC to the VigorSwitch i you want to use that or con iguration, or you can
use a wireless laptop i you have WiFi on your LAN.
Note down what is connected to each port on the V1281, especially i you won’t be able to
see the switch rom where you’re going to con igure it. We also recommend that you label
all cables and HDMI extenders which will make changes easier later.
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I-6 Initial Switch Configuration
I-6 Initial Switch Configuration
Your VigorSwitch V1281 is con igured and controlled rom its web inter ace.
The web inter ace is ‘responsive’ which means it will dynamically adapt to di erent
browsers, devices and screen sizes (e.g. phones, PCs or tablets). For the initial
con iguration it’s quicker and easier to use a PC with a keyboard/mouse.
I you connected the VigorSwitch V1281 to your network (see earlier), the V1281 will obtain
its own IP address rom your network DHCP server (your router or other device providing
DHCP). You will now need to locate the IP address that the switch has been given in order
to access its web inter ace.
I-6-1 Locate the VigorSwitch’s IP Address
I-6-1 Locate the VigorSwitch’s IP Address
I you have Wireless LAN (WiFi) on your
network, you can use the companion app
or iOS or Android (Search or “DrayTek
AV Switch” on the app stores).
Ensure that your phone is connected to
the correct WiFi network.
Click the ‘Discover’ button in the app
and will locate the V1281 and tell you its
IP address (the app won’t do anything
else yet).
You can also use the Windows “DrayTek
Device Finder” utility (download rom
our web site) which will locate the
switch on the network.
Either way, note down the V1281’s IP
address.
I you can’t use the app and your router acts as your DHCP server, you can check the
router’s ‘DHCP table’ to locate the switch (the VigorSwitch’s MAC address will start 00-1D-
AA…). The DHCP table is typically under a diagnostics menu on most routers. I you are
using a DrayTek router, you can also use the “External Device” menu to discover and show
the switch’s IP address.
I your V1281 switch cannot get an address by DHCP, it will assume a de ault address o
192.168.1.224. A PC connected directly to the switch, with a ixed/static IP address in the
same subnet (e.g. 192.168.1.10) will be able to access the switch’s GUI in order to set its IP
address manually.
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I-6-2 Access the VigorSwitch’s We Interface (GUI)
I-6-2 Access the VigorSwitch’s We Interface (GUI)
Once you know the switch’s IP address you can access its web inter ace. Open your browser
(Fire ox, Edge, Chrome, Sa ari etc.) and in the address bar, type https://192.168.1.50
(replace that address with your actual address located earlier). Note that we pre ix with
https to orce a TLS encrypted connection. We recommend always using encryption to
access network devices.
Note: As you are requesting an https (TLS encrypted) connection, your browser will try to
validate the certi icate against your switch’s dynamic LAN IP address, which will ail. I
you’ve entered the correct address or the switch, you can proceed past this message
(which will vary depending on your browser). You may need to press ‘Advanced’ to get to
the ‘continue’ link and then permit access or add an exception. I you can’t use https, use
http in the address bar instead.
The Login screen should now appear or your VigorSwitch. The de ault admin username is
‘admin’ and the password is also ‘admin’. You should change this immediately (you will be
invited to do so by the switch). Remember your new admin password – there is no way to
recover it or access the switch otherwise.
A ter logging in, the main dashboard o the VigorSwitch V1281 will be shown:
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I-6-3 Define your Port Functions
I-6-3 Define your Port Functions
The irst task in con iguration is to tell the switch what each port will be used or. You have
28 ports in total and any port can serve one o three unctions:
Source Output LAN (Data)
When you receive a new V1281, all ports are set by de ault to be LAN/Data ports. The
port(s) to which you have connected a PC, or the uplink to your LAN must always be set as
LAN ports. Port 1 on the V1281 is always a data port.
For our example, we are going to have 4 sources and 3 inputs set as ollows:
Port No. Function Device/Purpose
Port 1 (GE1) LAN Network (WiFi Router)
Port 9 (GE9) Source Sky+HD 1
Port 11 (GE11) Source Sky+HD 2
Port 13 (GE12) Source Blu-Ray
Port 15 (GE15) Source Fire TV
Port 17 (GE17) Output Lounge
Port 19 (GE19) Output Playroom
Port 21 (GE21) Output Master Bed
On the le t hand side o the router’s GUI, click the ‘Port Setup’ menu.
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