Extron electronics VNR 100 User manual

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VNR 100 • Setup Guide
The Extron VNR 100 recorder is a network storage device capable of recording and playing back PURE3 video, audio, and
data streams from VN‑Matrix codecs and encoders in a VN‑Matrix system. The system must be under the control of an Extron
VNMEnterprise Controller.
This guide provides basic instructions for an experienced installer to congure and operate a VNR 100 recorder.
NOTE: For complete instructions about mounting, installation, and network conguration, see the VNR 100 User Guide and
the VNM Enterprise Controller User Guide at www.extron.com.
VN-Matrix
VNR 100
Recorder
VN-Matrix
VNR 100
Recorder
Network
VN-MATRIX 225 SERIES
RGB/DVI OVER IP
LAN-1
LAN-2
STATUS
VN-MATRIX 225 SERIES
RGB/DVI OVER IP
LAN-1
LAN-2
STATUS
VN-MATRIX 225 SERIES
RGB/DVI OVER IP
LAN-1
LAN-2
STATUS
VN-MATRIX 225 SERIES
RGB/DVI OVER IP
LAN-1
LAN-2
STATUS
VN-MATRIX 225 SERIES
RGB/DVI OVER IP
LAN-1
LAN-2
STATUS
VN-MATRIX 225 SERIES
RGB/DVI OVER IP
LAN-1
LAN-2
STATUS
Browser Based User
Control
Multicast Enabled
Network
Multiple VNM 200 and 225 Series Encoders
(or CODECs configured as encoders)
VNM Enterprise Controller
TouchLink™Touchpanel
External User Control
Multiple VNM 200 and 225 Series Decoders
(or CODECs configured as decoders)
VNR 100 Recorder
VNR 100 Recorder
Installation
1. Mount the VNR 100 using the provided rack mount kit (see Mounting, below).
2. Connect a standard IEC power cord to the rear panel connector (see Rear Panel Features on page 2).
3. Connect the VNR 100 to the same network as the VNM Enterprise Controller, using Ethernet port 0 (see Rear Panel Features
on page 2).
4. Power on the VNR 100 (see VNR 100 Power Up Procedure on page 3).
5. Use a computer on the same network to carry out the initial conguration (see VNR 100 Initial Configuration on page 3).
6. Use the VNM Enterprise Controller to congure the VNR 100 (see Getting Started with the VNM Enterprise Controller on
page 4).
7. If it becomes necessary to power down the VNR 100, see VNR 100 Power Down Procedure on page 3.
Mounting
The VNR 100 can be mounted in a rack, using the provided kit. See the VNR 100 User Guide at www.extron.com for UL
guidelines for rack mounting and complete mounting instructions.

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VNR 100 • Setup Guide (Continued)
Rear Panel Features
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aAC power connector — use a standard IEC power cord to connect the recorder to a 100 to 240 VAC, 50 or 60 Hz power
source.
bPS/2 port for mouse (optional) — connect a PS/2 mouse to this port, if required.
cPS/2 port for computer keyboard (optional) — connect a PS/2 keyboard to this port, if required.
dUSB ports (2) — may also be used to connect a mouse and keyboard for initial conguration. In total, there are four USB
inputs, two on the rear panel and two on the front panel.
eRS-232 control port — use an Extron control cable (not provided) to connect the VNR 100 to a control PC.
fVGA output connector — connect a local VGA monitor to this output.
gEthernet port 0 (eth0) — use an RJ‑45 cable to connect this port to the primary network (the VN‑Matrix network).
hEthernet port 1 (eth1) — is not functional. Do not connect this port to the network.
Front Panel Cover
The front panel has a lockable cover to prevent unauthorized access to the removable drives. When the cover is in place, the DVD
player, USB ports, and serial ports are not available for use. To install or remove the front cover, see the VNR 100 User Guide at
www.extron.com.
VN-Matrix
VNR 100
Recorder
Handle
Front Panel Features
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aHandles (2) — for sliding the unit in and out of the mounting rack and securing the front panel bezel. Do not use the handles
for lifting the recorder.
bCD and DVD drive — used for system updates or software installation.
cUSB ports — used to connect a mouse and keyboard for initial conguration. There are a total of four USB ports: two front
panel and two rear panel.
dRS-232 Comm port — Insert a 9‑pin RS‑232 cable to connect the unit to a control PC.

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eStatus LEDs — ve LEDs providing information about:
Power
2
Network
Activity (2)
Network
Activity (1)
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Drive
Activity
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Overtemperature
a. The Overtemperature LED ashes yellow when a fan fails. It lights yellow solidly when the internal temperature is too high
(this may be caused by high ambient temperature or a fan that is obstructed).
b. Network 2 is not active, so this LED does not light.
c. The Network Activity (1) LED ashes green when there is activity on Network 1.
d. The Drive Activity LED ashes yellow when the hard drive is in use.
e. The Power LED lights green when the unit is receiving power.
fReset button — is used to reboot the VNR 100.
gPower button — used to apply or turn off the main power. When main power is turned off, standby power is actively
supplied to the recorder.
hOS drive — houses the solid state operating system drive (removable).
iMedia drive — houses the media drive (removable).
jSpare drive bays (2) — are not used. They must not have drives tted.
ATTENTION:
• Do not remove the OS drive or media drive while the VNR 100 is powered on.
• For complete instructions about replacing the OS drive, see the VNR 100 O/S Drive Replacement Kit Installation
Guide at www.extron.com.
• For complete instructions about replacing the media drive, see the VNR 100 Media Drive Replacement Kit
Installation Guide at www.extron.com.
VNR 100 Power Up Procedure
NOTE: Before powering up the VNR 100, ensure all necessary devices are connected correctly and powered up.
Power up the VNR 100 by pressing the power button (see Front Panel Features figure, g). The VNR 100 boots up.
VNR 100 Power Down Procedure
Power down the VNR 100 by pressing and releasing the power button (see Front Panel Features figure, g). Ther recorder takes
approximately 20 ‑ 30 seconds to power down.
VNR 100 Initial Conguration
Network Considerations
Before connecting the VNR 100 recorder to the network, you need to know the network settings of both the VNR 100 and the
VNM Enterprise Controller. The following are the default settings. Check with your network administrator to be sure they still apply
to your unit:
Network settings (ETH0) IP address 192.168.254.254
Subnet mask 255.255.255.0
Gateway address 192.168.254.253
Port 8080
Controller IP address 192.168.254.254
Port 5432
Conguration User name cong
Password cong

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VNR 100 • Setup Guide (Continued)
1. Use a computer connected to the same network as the VNR 100. In the browser address bar,
enter the IP address of the recorder, followed by a colon (:) and the port number. By default, this
is 192.168.254.254:8080. Contact your network administrator to be sure these values have
not changed.
The login screen opens (see gure at right).
2. Enter the Username and Password.
NOTE: By default, both the Username and Password are config.
3. Click Login. The VNR 100 Recorder Settings page opens (see gure at right).
4. Enter the IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway Address of the recorder.
5. Enter the Controller IP address, Controller port number and maximum transmission
unit (MTU) setting for the controller. Contact your network administrator to ensure you have
the correct values.
ATTENTION: The VNM Enterprise Controller port number is used by all VN‑Matrix
devices to communicate with the VNM Enterprise Controller. The value should
only be changed if the VNM Enterprise Controller has been congured to accept
communications on a different port number.
Under normal circumstances, the setting should remain at the default value (5432).
6. Enter a New password and Confirm New password.
7. Click Apply Changes to save the settings (or Cancel Changes to exit without saving the
information).
Getting Started with VNM Enterprise Controller
The VNM Enterprise Controller must be on the same network as the VNR 100.
1. Use a PC on the same network as the controller to access the controller website. In
the browser address bar, enter the controller IP address. The Login screen opens (see
gure at right).
2. Enter the Username and Password.
NOTE: By default, for the VNM Enterprise
Controller, the Username is admin. Leave
the Password blank (no entry is required).
3. Click Login. The Enterprise Controller device list
opens (see the gure to the right).
4. Check the box next to the VNR 100 recorder. A
series of action buttons appear at the bottom of
the screen (see gure below).
See the Enterprise Controller User Guide (at
www.extron.com) for complete information
about conguring and using the VNR 100.
Network settings [eth0]
Recorder settings
User settings
Data disk
IP Address
Subnet Mask
Gateway
Serial
Controller IP
Controller port
MTU
New password
Confirm New password
192.168.254.254
255.255.255.0
192.168.254.253
192.168.254.254
5432
1500
1111999
mounted to /home/matrix_rec/Recording_Files
Disk free space: 19GB->98% used
formated to ext3
status:
Umount
Format
Apply Changes Cancel Changes
Logout
VNMatrix recorder settings