Aten

8x8 HDMI Matrix Switch
VM0808H
User Manual
www.aten.com
VM0808H User Manual
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.
KC Information: 이 기기는 업무용(A급)전자파 적합기기로서 판매자 또는 사용자
는 이점을 주의하시기 바라며 , 가정외의 지역에서 사용하는 것을 목적으로합니
다.
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:
International http://eservice.aten.com
Telephone Support
For telephone support, call this number:
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
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.
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Package Contents
The VM0808H package consists of:
1 VM0808H 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switch
1 Power Cord
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 VM0808H since this manual was
published. Please visit our website to download the most up-to-date version.
© Copyright 2010–2015 ATEN® International Co., Ltd.

Manual Part No. PAPE-0349-AT1G
Manual Date: 2015-07-17
ATEN and the ATEN logo are registered trademarks of ATEN International Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.
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
Chapter 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
Chapter 2.
Hardware Setup
Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Grounding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Cable Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Installation Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Chapter 3.
Front Panel Operation
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Front Panel Pushbuttons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Enter Password. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Main Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Menu Organization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Menu Pushbutton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Set IP Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
IP Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
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Subnet Mask . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Gateway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Default IP Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Save and Reset / Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Set Serial Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Default Serial Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Operation Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Power on Detection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Security Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Password Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Save / Load Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Save/Load 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
Chapter 4.
Remote Operation
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Logging In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Connections Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Toolbar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Configuring Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Status Colors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Save / Load Connection Profiles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Viewing Port Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
IP Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Serial Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Port Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Firmware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Profile Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Add/Delete Selection Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Profile Selection Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
User Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Add User . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Edit User . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Privileges. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Telnet Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Configuration Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
1. H – Call up the command list for help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
2. GT – Set gateway address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
3. IM – Set IP subnet mask . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
4. IP – Set IP address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
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5. LO – Load connections from profile. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

6. PW – Change password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
7. RI – Read what input is connected to nn output . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
8. RO – Read what output is connected to nn input . . . . . . . . . . . 49
9. SB – Set serial port baud rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
10. SS – Switch input to specified output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
11. SV – Save the current connections into profile . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
12. TI – Set timeout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
13. VR – Software version information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Chapter 5.
RS-232 Commands
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
RS-232 Control Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Configuring the Serial Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Switch Port Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
EDID Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Mute Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Save / Load Profile Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Power On Detection Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Read Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
CEC Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Baud Rate Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
OSD Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Echo Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Blackscreen Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Reset. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Acknowledge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Appendix
Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
International. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
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About this Manual

This User Manual is provided to help you get the most from your VM0808H
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 VM0808H 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 VM0808H
installation.
Chapter 3, Local Operation, explains the fundamental concepts involved
in operating the VM0808H at the local site via the front panel LCD display,
using tuner dials, pushbuttons, and the IR remote control.
Chapter 4, Remote Operation, provides a complete description of the
VM0808H's Browser Graphical User Interface (GUI), and how to use it to
remotely configure and operate the VM0808H.
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 function further as transmitter and receiver.
An Appendix, provides specifications and other technical information
regarding the VM0808H.
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Conventions
This manual uses the following conventions:
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.
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:
International http://www.aten.com
North America http://www.aten-usa.com
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Chapter 1
Introduction
Overview
The ATEN VanCryst VM0808H 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switch is a distinct HDMI
solution that offers an easy and affordable way to route any of 8 HDMI video
sources to any of 8 HDMI displays, and view them in any arrangement.
As a matrix switch the VM0808H allows eight HDMI source devices to cross
connect to eight HDMI displays at the same time, while giving you
independent input/output control of each in any array possible. The VM0808H
gives the ultimate flexibility and control for any HDMI multi-display
installation.
Convenient configuration and operation is done via Graphical User Interface
(GUI) using any web browser, locally by front panel LCD display with easy to
use tuner dials, pushbuttons and IR Remote Control, or via high-end system
controllers using the built in RS-232 serial controller.
The VM0808H unit can be controlled over a standard TCP/IP connection, and
seamlessly integrates with any existing network for easy remote access.
Furthermore, for complete system integration, RS-232 control is standard with
the VM0808H’s built-in bi-directional RS-232 serial port that allows the
switch to be controlled through a high-end controller, PC, and/or home
automation/home theater software package.
With easy operation, simple setup, dynamic display, and convenient control
features the VM0808H is the only HDMI solution that gives a multi-display
installation everything it needs.
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Features
Connects any of 8 HDMI sources to any of 8 HDMI displays

Long Distance Transmission - supports up to 20 meters (24 AWG HDMI
standard cable)
HDMI (3D, Deep Color) and HDCP compatible
Easily switch between multiple sources and multiple displays
Local Operation:
Front panel LCD display
Tuner Dials and Pushbuttons
IR Remote Control
Serial controller
Remote Operation:
Browser Graphical User Interface (GUI)
Superior video quality – HDTV resolution of 480p, 720p, 1080i, and
1080p (1920 x 1080); VGA, SVGA, SXGA, UXGA and WUXGA (1920 x
1200)
Supports Dolby True HD and DTS HD Master audio
Signaling rates up to 2.25 Gbits
Features EDID Expert technology:
EDID Library with 14 default EDID configurations
Built-in EDID Mode selection
Copies a display's EDID to selected source devices
Power on Detection - If an HDMI source is powered off, the VM0808H
can automatically switch to the next powered-on source
ESD protection for HDMI connections
Firmware upgradeable
Rack Mountable
Note: The VM0808H AP and GUI operation instructions can be downloaded

from the ATEN website (www.aten.com).
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Requirements
The following devices are required for a complete VM0808H installation:
Source Devices
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
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
Mandriva 9.0 and higher
(Mandrake)
UNIX AIX 4.3 and higher
FreeBSD 3.51 and higher
Sun Solaris 8 and higher
Novell Netware 5.0 and higher
Mac OS 9 and higher
DOS 6.2 and higher
Note: For Windows 7 64-bit systems, the following must be installed first:
1) Microsoft Office 64-bit Access Database software; and
2) Microsoft 64-bit ODBC and OLEDB driver
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Components
Front View
1 2
MENU ESC OUT IN
PROFILE ENTER
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 VM0808H. For full
details, see Front Panel Pushbuttons, page 15.
2 Function Pushbuttons The function pushbuttons (MENU, PROFILE, ENTER
and Tuner Dials and ESC) and tuner dials (IN and OUT) are for
navigating the LCD built-in configuration utility.
For full details, see Front Panel Pushbuttons, page 15.
Note: The MENU and PROFILE front panel
pushbuttons have built-in LEDs that light to indicate
they have been selected.
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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 11, for further details.
4 Ethernet Port In order to access the VM0808H’s Browser Graphical
User Interface (GUI), the VM0808H must be
connected to your network. The cable that connects
the VM0808H to your LAN plugs in here. See Cable
Connection, page 12, for further details
5 HDMI Input Ports The cables from your HDMI source devices plug into
these ports.
6 HDMI Output Ports The cables from your HDMI display devices plug into
these ports.
7 External IR Receiver This 3.5 mm Mini Stereo Jack connects to the IR
Port Receiver unit included with your product.
8 RS-232 Serial Port This serial remote port is for input source selection and
high-end system control.
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IR Remote Control

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
Profile Pushbutton, page 29).
2 Output Pushbuttons Press Output display pushbuttons 1–8 to select the
1–8 Output display you want to configure (see Profile
Pushbutton, page 29).
3 Input Pushbuttons Press Input source pushbuttons 1–8 to select the
1–8 Input source you want to display on a selected output
(see Profile Pushbutton, page 29).
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Chapter 2
Hardware Setup
1. Important safety information regarding the placement of this

device is provided on page 67. 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.
Rack Mounting
The VM0808H 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 Rack Mount
Kit to screw the rack mounting brackets onto the front of the unit.
Phillips Head Hex

M3 x 8
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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.
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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 VM0808H 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 VM0808H installation are properly
grounded.
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Cable Connection
Installation of the VM0808H is simply a matter of connecting the appropriate

cables. Refer to the installation diagram on the following page (the numbers in
the diagram correspond to the steps below), and do the following:
1. If using the Remote Operation features, plug a Cat 5e cable from the LAN
into the VM0808H’s Ethernet port.
2. If you are using the serial control function, use an appropriate RS-232
serial cable to connect the computer or serial controller to the VM0808H’s
female RS-232 port.
3. Use a grounding wire to ground the unit by connecting one end of the wire
to the grounding terminal, and the other end of the wire to a suitable
grounded object.
Note: Do not omit this step. Proper grounding helps to prevent damage to
the unit from surges or static electricity.
4. Connect up to 8 HDMI video sources to the HDMI Input ports

5. Connect up to 8 HDMI display devices to the HDMI Output ports
6. Connect the IR Receiver into the External IR Receiver input Port
7. Plug the power cord supplied with the package into the VM0808H’s 3-
prong AC socket, and then into an AC power source.
8. Power on the VM0808H and all devices in the installation.
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Chapter 3
Front Panel Operation
Overview
The VM0808H can be configured and operated locally from the front panel via
the LCD using the built-in tuner dials, pushbuttons and the IR Remote Control.
It can also be controlled remotely over a standard TCP/IP connection via
graphical user interface (GUI) using a web browser; or by a RS-232 serial
controller.
The local front panel operation is discussed in this chapter, while Over-IP
operation is discussed in Chapter 4, and RS-232 serial control is discussed in
Chapter 5.
Front Panel Pushbuttons

The VM0808H front panel features an LCD display, tuner dials and
pushbuttons for convenient configuration and operation locally. This allows
users to perform operations such as selecting which source shows on which
display, configuring the IP port, configuring the serial port, setting Power On
Detection and EDID modes, selecting security settings, and loading/saving
connection profiles.
The VM0808H’s front panel display operation is easy and convenient. Note the
following front panel pushbutton functions:
Use the MENU pushbutton to access the Menu page options: Set IP Port,
Set Serial Port, Operation Mode, Security Mode, and Save/Load Profile
(see Menu Organization, page 18)
Use the PROFILE pushbutton to switch between the connection profiles
which have been added to the Profile Selection list (see Profile
Pushbutton, page 29 and Profile Selection, page 43)
Use the ESC pushbutton to go back a level, return to the Main screen, or
exit the page/screen
Use the ENTER or tuner dial pushbuttons to select options and confirm
operations
Use the IN and OUT tuner dials to cycle forward or backward through the
submenus or options
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Enter Password
If you are accessing the VM0808H for the first time, or the VM0808H has been
configured to require a password for local operation (see Security Mode,
page 26), the password screen appears when the VM0808H is powered on. The
cursor flashes on the first digit. Enter a 4-digit password to continue to the
Main Screen.
Note: The default password is 1234.
OUT IN
MENU ESC
Enter Password: 0000
PROFILE ENTER
To enter a password, do the following:

1. Turn the front panel OUT tuner dial left or right to move the cursor
position.
2. Turn the front panel IN tuner dial left or right to cycle through the numbers
(0–9).
3. Press the OUT, IN, or ENTER pushbutton to confirm the password and
continue to the Main Screen.
Note: 1. If you enter an incorrect password, re-enter the correct password

over the incorrect string.
2. If Password Required (see Security Mode, page 26) is enabled,
the LCD display time-out is 5 minutes.
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Main Screen
The Main screen displays Output Ports 1–8 in sequential order across the top.
The Input source displaying on each Output port is shown directly beneath it.
From the Main screen, you can set the Input-to-Output connections that route
the signals from a selected Input port to the selected Output port. To do so,
simply change the Input source port associated for each Output display by
doing the following:
1. Turn the OUT tuner dial to select the input port you want to change.
OUT IN
MENU ESC
OUTPUT 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08
INPUT 01 02 03 [04] 05 06 07 08
F00
PROFILE ENTER
When the cursor [ ] highlights the selected input port, use the IN tuner dial
and turn it left or right to cycle through the available input sources.
Options are: Ports 1–8, NA (none)
2. Press the OUT, IN, or ENTER pushbutton to confirm your selection. The
signal from the selected input port is now tied to the output port above it.
3. Repeat steps 1–3 for all required ports.
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Menu Organization
The VM0808H has a built-in configuration utility via the front panel LCD,
which can be controlled by pressing the MENU pushbutton. Cycle through the
menu options using the tuner dials, starting from Set IP Port, in the order show
in the table below:
Menu Page Submenu Page(s)
Set IP Port IP Address

Save and Reset / Exit
Subnet Mask
Gateway
Default IP Settings Yes / No
Set Serial Port Default Serial Setting Yes / No
Baud Rate 9600 / 19200 / 38400 / 115200
Operation Mode Power On Detection Off / On
EDID Default / Port1 / Remix
Security Mode Password Required Yes / No
Change Password Old Password New Password
Save / Load Profile Save to a Profile No 0–31
Call a Saved Profile No
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Menu Pushbutton
Use the MENU pushbutton to switch between the Main Screen and Menu
page.
From the Menu page:
Turn the front panel OUT/IN tuner dial to cycle through the options
Use the OUT, IN, or ENTER pushbutton to make a selection
Press MENU or ESC to return to the Main Screen
Set IP Port
To configure the VM0808H’s IP port settings, from the Menu page, select Set
IP Port.
OUT IN
MENU ESC
Set IP Port
Set Serial Port
PROFILE ENTER
The submenu provides four options: IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway and
Default IP Settings.
IP Address
To set the VM0808H’s IP address, do the following:
1. Select IP Address from the Set IP Port submenu. The cursor flashes on the
first number:
OUT IN
MENU ESC
IP Address: 192.168.0.60
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
PROFILE ENTER
2. Turn the front panel IN tuner dial left or right to cycle through and change
each number.
3. Turn the front panel OUT tuner dial left or right to move [ ] the cursor to
each position.
4. Press the OUT, IN, or ENTER pushbutton to confirm the IP address.
5. Press ESC to return to the previous step without change.
Note: The default IP address is 192.168.0.60
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Subnet Mask
To set the VM0808H’s Subnet Mask, do the following:
1. Select Subnet Mask from the Set IP Port submenu. The cursor flashes on
the first number:
OUT IN
MENU ESC
IP Address: 192.168.0.60
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
PROFILE ENTER
each number.
each position.
4. Press the OUT, IN, or ENTER pushbutton to confirm the Subnet Mask.
Note: The default Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0
Gateway
To set the VM0808H’s Gateway, do the following:
1. Select Gateway from the Set IP Port submenu. The cursor flashes on the
first number:
OUT IN
MENU ESC
Gateway: 192.168.0.1
Default IP Setting: No
PROFILE ENTER
each number.
each position.
4. Press the OUT, IN, or ENTER pushbutton to confirm the Gateway.
Note: The default Gateway is 192.168.0.1
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Default IP Settings
To use / not use the VM0808H’s Default IP Settings, do the following:
1. Select Default IP Settings from the Set IP Port submenu. The cursor
flashes on the entry:
OUT IN
MENU ESC
Gateway: 192.168.0.1
Default IP Setting: NO
PROFILE ENTER
2. Turn the front panel IN tuner dial left or right to select Yes or No.
3. Press the OUT, IN, or ENTER pushbutton to confirm the change.
Save and Reset / Exit

After each operation, you are directed to the following page:
OUT IN
MENU ESC
Save and Reset the Device
Exit without Save
PROFILE ENTER
In this page, you can do the following:

When the arrow is in Save and Reset the Device, press the OUT, IN, or
ENTER to save all changes and restart the VM0808H; or
Select Exit without Save to ignore changes and return to the Menu; or
Press ESC to return to the previous step without change
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Set Serial Port

To configure the VM0808H’s serial port settings, select Set Serial Port from
the Menu page.
OUT IN
MENU ESC
Set IP Port
Set Serial Port
PROFILE ENTER
The submenu provides two options: Default Serial Settings, and Baud Rate, as
follows:
Default Serial Settings

To use / not use the VM0808H’s Default Serial Settings, do the following:
1. Select Default Serial Settings from the Set Serial Port submenu. The
cursor flashes on the entry.
OUT IN
MENU ESC
Default Serial Setting: NO
Baud Rate: 19200
PROFILE ENTER
2. Turn the front panel IN/OUT tuner dial left or right to select Yes or No.
Note: The default serial setting is No.
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Baud Rate
To set the VM0808H’s baud rate, do the following:
1. Select Baud Rate from the Set Serial Port submenu. The cursor flashes on
the first number:
OUT IN
MENU ESC
Default Serial Setting: NO
Baud Rate: 19200
PROFILE ENTER
2. Turn the front panel IN/OUT tuner dial to cycle through the options. Baud
Rate options are 9600, 19200, 38400, and 115200.
3. Press the OUT, IN, or ENTER pushbutton to confirm the Baud Rate.
Note: The default baud rate is 19200.
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Operation Mode
The Power On Detection and EDID features are adjusted from the Operation
Mode menu.
The Power on Detection mode automatically switches an Output port
to the next powered-on source if its video source is powered off.
EDID (extended display identification data) is used to automatically or
manually setup different video configurations via EDID modes to
utilize the best resolution across different monitors.
To adjust the Power On Detection or EDID mode, from the Menu page, select
Operation Mode:
OUT IN
MENU ESC
Operation Mode
Security Mode
PROFILE ENTER
Power on Detection
To configure the VM0808H’s Power On Detection settings, do the following:
1. With the arrow on Power On Detection, press the OUT, IN, or ENTER
pushbutton to access the Power On Detection options.
OUT IN
MENU ESC
Power On Detection: ON
EDID: Default
PROFILE ENTER
2. Turn the front panel OUT/IN tuner dial to cycle through On or Off.
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EDID
Extended Display Identification Data (EDID) is a data format that contains a
display's basic information and is used to communicate with the video source/
system.
The VM0808H lets users select an EDID Mode, which sets how the source
device acquires a display’s EDID, as follows:
Default - EDID is set to the ATEN default configuration. The user can
further choose between 14 ATEN default EDID settings available via
the RS-232 command (see EDID Commands, page 54)
Port 1 - Implements the EDID of the connected display to Port 1, and
passes it to the video source. The VM0808H is able to copy the EDID
of any connected display to the input source (see EDID Commands,
page 54)
Remix - Implements the EDID of all connected displays. The
VM0808H uses the common best resolution for all displays
To configure the VM0808H’s EDID mode, do the following:
1. Turn the IN/OUT tuner dial to move the arrow to the EDID option, and
press the OUT, IN, or ENTER pushbutton to select EDID.
OUT IN
MENU ESC
Power on Detection: ON
EDID: Default
PROFILE ENTER
2. Turn the front panel OUT/IN tuner dial to cycle through the options;
Default, Port1, or Remix.
EDID Option Description
Default The default EDID will be passed to all video sources.
Note: The default EDID is 00 (see page 55).
Port1 The EDID from port1 will be passed to all video
sources.
Remix Uses the EDID of each connected display according to
its connection when the VM0808H is first powered on,
or immediately after pressing ENTER to select the
Remix option.
Note: The default EDID setting is Default.
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Security Mode
The Security Mode page allows you to configure the VM0808H’s password-
related settings – Password Required and Change Password.
The Password Required option sets the VM0808H to require a password for
local operation after the units LCD display times out (default: 5 minutes) or is
powered off/on.
The Change Password option allows you to set a new password for the
VM0808H.
To adjust the VM0808H security settings, from the Menu page, select Security
Mode:
OUT IN
MENU ESC
Operation Mode
Security Mode
PROFILE ENTER
Password Required
To configure the VM0808H’s password requirement settings, do the
following:
1. With the arrow on Password Required, press the OUT, IN, or ENTER
pushbutton to access the Password Required options.
OUT IN
MENU ESC
Password Required: YES

Change Password
PROFILE ENTER
2. To set the VM0808H to require a password for local operation, turn the IN/
OUT tuner dial to select Yes or No.
3. Press the OUT, IN, or ENTER pushbutton to confirm.
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Change Password
To change the VM0808H’s password, do the following:
1. With the arrow on Change Password, press the OUT, IN, or ENTER
pushbutton to access the Change Password options.
OUT IN
MENU ESC
Password Required: YES

Change Password
PROFILE ENTER
2. When the cursor is at the Old Password field, enter the old password (see
Enter Password, page 16). Then, press the OUT, IN, or ENTER
pushbutton to go to the New Password field.
OUT IN
MENU ESC
Old Password: 1234

New Password: 0000
PROFILE ENTER
When the cursor is at the New Password field, Enter and create a new
password.
3. Press the OUT, IN, or ENTER pushbutton to confirm the password change
and continue to the Main screen.
Note: 1. If you enter an incorrect password, re-enter the correct password

over the incorrect string.
2. If Password Required (see Security Mode, page 26) is enabled,
the LCD displays time-out is 5 minutes.
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Save / Load Profile

The VM0808H allows you to store up to 32 (numbered 0–31) different
connection profiles that can be saved and recalled later. When profiles are
saved, they are saved according to the current connection configuration
reflected on the Main Screen. When you load a profile, the change is immediate
and the profile number is shown in the lower right corner of the LCD display.
To save/load VM0808H profiles, from the Menu page, select Save/Load
Profile:
OUT IN
MENU ESC
Save/Load Profile
PROFILE ENTER
Save/Load Profile
To save the current connection configuration as a profile, do the following:
1. With the arrow on Save to a Profile No., press the OUT, IN, or ENTER
pushbutton to access the options
2. Turn the IN/OUT tuner dial to cycle through the available profile numbers
(0–31).
OUT IN
MENU ESC
Save to a Profile No. 00

Call a saved Profile No. 00
PROFILE ENTER
3. Press the OUT, IN, or ENTER pushbutton to save the profile into the
selected profile number.
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Call a Saved Profile No.

To call/use a saved profile, do the following:
1. With the arrow on Call a Saved Profile No., press the OUT, IN, or ENTER
pushbutton to access the options
2. Turn the IN/OUT tuner dial to cycle through the stored profiles (0–31).
OUT IN
MENU ESC
Save to a Profile No. 00

Call a Saved Profile No. 00
PROFILE ENTER
3. Press the OUT, IN, or ENTER pushbutton to load the selected profile.
Profile Pushbutton
From the Main screen, pressing the PROFILE pushbutton lets users
conveniently switch between connection profiles that have been saved or
added to the Profile List (see Profile Selection, page 43).
If a connection profile is currently in use, its profile number is shown from the
Main screen on the lower right corner of the LCD display.
OUT IN
MENU ESC
OUTPUT 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08
INPUT 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08
F00
PROFILE ENTER
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IR Remote Control Operation

The remote control allows you to change the Output port status of each display
using the IR remote control device included with your VM0808H.
You can use the remote control to: change the Input source of any Output
display, power on/off individual Output displays, or power on/off all Output
displays simultaneously.
Before using the remote control you must first plug the IR External Receiver
into the rear of the VM0808H and place the receiver where the IR signal can
be reached (see External IR Receiver Port, page 6).
Change the Input source of an Output display

To change the Input source of an Output display, with the remote control, do
the following:
1. Press the OUTPUT port number (1–8) you want to change.
2. Within 2 seconds press the INPUT port number (1–8) you want the
OUTPUT port to display.*
3. Repeat steps 1-2 to change additional ports.
*For the change to occur the INPUT must be pressed within 2 seconds
of pressing the OUTPUT number.
Power on/off individual Output displays

To power on/off individual Output displays, with the remote control, do the
following:
1. Press the OUTPUT port number (1–8) you want to power on/off.
2. Within 2 seconds press the ON or OFF pushbutton.*
3. Repeat steps 1-2 to change the power status back on/off.
*If the ON or OFF pushbutton is not pushed within two seconds of
pushing the OUTPUT’s port number, all displays will be brought to a
powered on or off status, respectively.
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Power on/off all Output displays

To power on/off all Output displays simultaneously, with the remote control,
do the following:
1. Press the ON or OFF pushbutton.*
2. Repeat step 1 to simultaneously change back the power status of all Output
ports, to on or off, respectively.
*The ON or OFF pushbuttons bring all displays to the same power status,
regardless of the individual power statuses.
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Chapter 4
Remote Operation
Overview
The VM0808H 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switch can be configured and controlled
over a standard TCP/IP connection via its own Browser Graphical User
Interface (GUI). Because the VM0808H can be accessed from anywhere on the
LAN, WAN, or Internet, remote operators can log in via Web browsers using
IE 7 and above. Security is ensured by password protection and user
configurable time-out. The VM0808H supports three levels of remote users
with various operational privileges, and up to 32 users can log into the GUI at
one time. For full details, see the sections that follow.
Note: The VM0808H can also be accessed via a remote terminal session using
Telnet. See Telnet Operation, page 48, for details.
Logging In
To access the Browser GUI, type the VM0808H’s IP address into the address
bar of any browser. If a Security Alert dialog box appears, accept the certificate
- it can be trusted. The welcome screen appears:
The VM0808H’s default IP address is http://192.168.0.60. See IP

Setup, page 39, for further information
The default username and password are: administrator/password. See
User Management, page 45, for further information
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The same user can not be logged in simultaneously
Note: The VM0808H username supports lower case letters only.
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Connections Page
The VM0808H’s GUI main page is the Connections page. This displays all
active connections for control and configuration:
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Toolbar
Icon Description
Connections This page displays the VM0808H’s
active connections and enables you to
control them.
Setup This page enables you to configure the

VM0808H’s IP settings, serial settings
and port names.
Firmware The page enables you to upgrade the

VM0808H’s firmware.
Profile This page allows you to add, delete

and name connection profiles to the
Selection Profile List, to use with the
front panel PROFILE pushbutton.
User This page enables you to add, edit and

Management delete- user information, permissions,
and passwords.
Save/Load This menu option allows you to save

Profiles and load stored profiles.
Exit This icon ends the session and closes

the Web interface.
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Configuring Connections
To configure a connection, from the connections page do the following:
1. Select the radio button at the corresponding intersection of the input/

output ports you want to connect, to connect each input source to an output
display.
Note: Multiple connections can be changed simultaneously; simply select

all the connections you want to configure.
2. Click the Submit button. The display reloads with the new status changes.
Or, click the Clear button to revert to the stored configuration.
Status Colors
Connections display in colors to indicate their status, as follows:
Gray – Connected
White – Not Connected
Note: The latest connections will load automatically when the VM0808H
is reset.
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Save / Load Connection Profiles

The VM0808H allows you to store up to 32 (numbered 00–31) differently
configured connection profiles that can be saved and recalled later by either
connection method (locally via the unit’s front panel pushbuttons and over IP
via the GUI).
Use the Save button to save the current connection profile.

Use the drop-down list to select a saved connection profile and then click
the Load button to switch to that profile.
Note: Profile 00 is the default.
Viewing Port Information

The input ports can be sorted by port name or port number. Use the drop-down
menu to select.
Move your cursor over the Output Port number to see the port name displayed.
See Port Name, page 41, for further information.
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Setup
Click the Setup icon to configure the VM0808H’s IP and serial settings, and to
name all the ports in your installation.
IP Setup
The Web Setup settings enable you to configure the VM0808H’s Web
interface connection. Changes take a few seconds and automatically redirect
you to the IP address specified. Enter values and then click Save or Clear. Click
Default Setting to use the following defaults:
IP Address – 192.168.0.60
Subnet Mask – 255.255.255.0
Default Gateway – 192.168.0.1
Website Timeout* – 5 minutes
*This option controls how long an inactive web connection stays logged
in to the VM0808H. Any changes will take effect immediately.
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Serial Setup
The Serial Setup settings enable you to configure the VM0808H’s serial
connection. Use the drop-down menu to select the value and then click Save or
Clear. Click Default Setting to use the following defaults:
Baud Rate – 19200
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Port Name
The Port Name page enables Administrators and Super Users to change the
display name of the input and output ports.
To change the display name, enter a value and click Save. Click Clear to revert
to the previous stored name.
Port Name: Input/Output Port Names can be the same. (Enter max 16
Characters, Using: 0-9, a-z, A-Z, _, -)
Input Name: Enter name, Click “save” to name the given port
Output Name: Enter name, Click “save” to name the given port
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Firmware
Click the Firmware icon to view information about the VM0808H’s firmware
version and to upgrade. This is an Administrator function only
To upgrade the VM0808H’s firmware, do the following:

1. Use the Browse button to locate the firmware upgrade file.
2. Click Upgrade Firmware to start the upgrade.
Note: Check the box to enable the utility to compare the VM0808H’s
current firmware version with that of the upgrade files. If it finds that
the VM0808H’s firmware version is the same or higher than the
selected upgrade version, it brings up a dialog box informing you of
the situation and gives you the option to Continue or Cancel.
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Profile Selection
The profile selection page allows you to set a series of connections profiles,
that can be cycled through using the front panel PROFILE pushbutton. Once
you have added connection profiles to the Profile Selection List, you can press
the front panel PROFILE pushbutton to switch between the profiles which
have been added to the Profile List.
Click the Profile icon to add, delete, or name connection profiles to the Profile
Selection List.
Add/Delete Selection Profile

To Add a profile to the Profile List, do the following:
1. From the Profile drop-down menu, select the connection profile (00-31)
you want to add.
2. Click the Add button.
By default new profiles are added to the bottom of the Profile List.
To Delete a connection profile from the Profile List, do the following:
1. Select the radio button of the profile you want to delete.
2. Click the Delete button.
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Profile Selection Name

The Name page enables Administrators and Super Users to change the name of
the selection profiles in the profile list.
To change the display name, enter a value and click Save. Click Clear to revert
to the previous stored name.
Profile Name: Names can be the same. (Enter max 16 Characters,

Using: 0-9, a-z, A-Z, _, -)
Profile Name: Enter name, Click “save” to name the given profile
number
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User Management
Click the User Management icon to add, edit, or delete user information, and
to change the passwords for accessing the VM0808H’s GUI.
Note: This is an Administrator only function.
Operations are as follows:

Add User – Click Add to add another user to the list. The VM0808H
supports up to 32 users at one time
Edit User – Use the radio button to select a user and click Edit to
change the information. This option allows an Administrator to rename
the user, set/reset the selected user’s password, add a description of the
user, and to set the user’s privileges. See the next page for full details
Delete User – Select user and click Delete to remove all user
information
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Add User
Click Add, to add a user, fill in the username, password, description, select the
appropriate privileges (see Privileges, page 47), and click Submit.
Edit User
Use this page to rename a user, set/reset a user’s password, add a description of
a user, and to set a user’s privileges for accessing the VM0808H’s GUI.
Usernames and passwords are case sensitive, and must be 5–16 alphanumeric
characters. If a user is logged into the VM0808H’s GUI, their user settings
can’t be edited, and the boxes will be grayed out.
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Privileges
Use the Edit User function to set a user’s privileges. The three available levels
are as follows:
Administrator – this level provides full access and control of the

VM0808H functions in addition to full User Management privileges
Super User – this level provides full access and control with no User
Management privileges
User – this level provides basic functions only (create connections,
save and recall presets)
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Telnet Operation
The VM0808H can be operated and configured via a remote terminal session
using Telnet.
To log in to the VM0808H by means of a Telnet session, do the following:
1. On your computer, open a terminal (command line) session.
2. At the prompt, key in the VM0808H’s IP address in the following way:
telnet [IP address]:23
3. Press Enter. The login screen appears. At the login prompt, provide your
Username and Password.
Configuration Menu
Once a Telnet connection to the VM0808H is established, the device’s text-
based Configuration Menu comes up, with the following items:
1. H – Call up the command list for help

Command list:
GT – Set gateway address
IM – Set IP subnet mask
IP – Set IP address
LO – Load connections from profile nn
PW – Change password
RI– Read what output is connected to nn input
RO – Read what output is connected to nn input
SB – Set the serial port baud rate
SS – Switch input to specified port
TI – Set timeout
VR – Software version information
Ctrl-Q – Quit
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2. GT – Set gateway address

GT
Old gateway address: 192.168.0.1
New gateway address:
3. IM – Set IP subnet mask

IM
Old IP subnet mask: 255.255.255.0
New IP subnet mask:
4. IP – Set IP address
IP
Old IP address: 192.168.0.60
New IP address:
5. LO – Load connections from profile

LO 01
Load profile 01 OK.
6. PW – Change password
PW
Old password: ********
New password:
7. RI – Read what input is connected to nn output

RI 01
Output port 02 04 08 is connected input port 01
8. RO – Read what output is connected to nn input

RO 01
Input port 02 is connected to output port 01
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9. SB – Set serial port baud rate

SB 96
Serial port baud rate is set to 9600
10. SS – Switch input to specified output

SS 01,03
Switch input 01 to output 03 (00: Local Port)
11. SV – Save the current connections into profile

SV 01
Save the current connections into profile 01
12. TI – Set timeout

TI 30
Set 30 minute timeout
13. VR – Software version information

VR
Software version 1.0.
Note: 1. For further information about these functions, please reference the
equivalent Browser GUI functions earlier in this chapter.
2. If you want to switch off an output port, please input:
SS 00, 02
The output port 02 is switched off
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RS-232 Commands
Overview
This chapter 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
function further as transmitter and receiver.
RS-232 Control Tool

RS-232 serial operations in a VM0808H installation can be managed via a
Graphical User Interface (GUI) on systems that are running Windows. In order
to use this Control Tool, two separate items of software must be installed on all
of the PCs in your installation – .NET Framework 2.0 and the Control Tool AP.
Please download the VM0808H RS-232 Control Tool AP and user instructions
from the ATEN website (www.aten.com).
Note: For Windows 7 64-bit systems, the following must be installed first:
1) Microsoft Office 64-bit Access Database software; and
2) Microsoft 64-bit ODBC and OLEDB driver.
Configuring the Serial Port

The controller’s serial port should be configured as follows:
Baud Rate 19200 (Default)
Data Bit 8 bits
Parity None
Stop Bit 1 Bit
Flow Control None
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Switch Port Commands
The formula for Switch Port commands is as follows:

Switch Command + Input Command + Port number + Output
Command + Port Number + Control + [Enter]
1. For example, to switch input port 02 to output port 05, type the following:
sw i02 o05 [Enter]
2. To turn off output on port 03, type the following:
sw o03 off [Enter]
3. To switch output port 04 to the next port, type the following:
sw o04 + [Enter]
The following table shows the possible values for switch commands:
Command Description
sw Switch command
Input Command Description

i Input command
Input Port Number Description

xx 01-08 port (default is 01)
Output Command Description

o Output Command
Output Port Number Description

yy 01-08 port (default is 01)
* All output ports
Control Description
on Turn on
off Turn off
+ Next port
- Previous port
Enter Description
[Enter] Enter and send out the
command
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The following table shows the available command list:

Cmd In N1 Out N2 C2 Enter Description
sw i xx o yy [Enter] Switch Input Port xx to Output
* Port yy
(xx:01~08; yy:01~08, *)
sw o yy on [Enter] Turn on Output Port yy
* off Turn off Output Port yy
(yy:01~08, *)
sw o yy + [Enter] Switch Next Input to Output
* - Port yy
Switch Previous Input to
Output Port yy
(yy:01~08, *)
Note: 1. Each command string can be separated with a space.

2. The Port Number command string can be skipped, and the default
value will be used.
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EDID Commands
You can set up which EDID mode the VM0808H uses, select one of the 14
available ATEN default EDID configurations, and copy the EDID of any
connected display to the input source with the following command:
EDID Command + Control + [Enter]
For example, to change EDID to use the port1 setting, type the following:
edid port1 [Enter]
The following tables show the possible values and formats for the Control
command:
Command Description
edid Enable EDID selection
Control Description
portyy Implement the EDID of the
connected display to Port yy,
and pass it to the video source
(Note: yy: 01-08)
remix Implement the EDID of all
connected displays. The
VM0808H uses the best
resolution for all displays
defaultyy Implements the specified
ATEN default EDID
configuration
(Note: yy: 00-13, default is 00)
Note: For the port and default command strings, the yy variable must be
entered for the command to work.
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Command Control Enter Description
edid portyy [Enter] The EDID from Port yy is
passed to the video source
(yy: 01-08)
edid remix [Enter] The VM0808H implements the
EDID of all connected
displays and uses the best
resolution for all displays
(default)
edid defaultyy [Enter] ATEN’s default EDIDyy is
passed to the video source
(yy: 00-13, default is 00)
The ATEN default EDID configuration can be selected via the RS-232
command line:
Default EDID No. Configuration

00 720p video, 2 ch audio
(default)
01 1080p video, 2 ch audio
02 1080p video, 5.1 ch audio
03 1080p video, 7.1 ch audio
04 1080i video, 2 ch audio
05 1080i video, 5.1 ch audio
06 1080i video, 7.1 ch audio
07 3D 1080p, 2 ch audio
08 3D 1080p, 5.1 ch audio
09 3D 1080p, 7.1 ch audio
10 1024 x 768 DVI format
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Mute Commands
Enable or disable audio coming from the output port(s) using the following
command:
Mute Command + Output Command + Port Number + Control +
[Enter]
For example, to mute the audio coming from output port 1, type the following:
mute o01 on [enter]
The following table shows the possible values for mute commands:
Command Description
mute Enable / Disable audio of HDMI output
port

o Output command
Port number Description

* All output ports
Control Description
on Mute on; audio from HDMI output port
is disabled
off Mute off; audio output enabled
(default)
Note: 1. Each command string can be separated with a space.

2. Skip the output port command to mute or enable the audio of all
output ports.

Output
Command Port
Control Enter Description
mute yy on [Enter] Audio on for output port yy

*
(yy:01~08, *)
mute yy off [Enter] Audio off for output port yy
* (default)
(yy:01~08, *)
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Save / Load Profile Commands

The formula for Save/Load Profile commands is as follows:
Command + Profile + Number + Control + [Enter]
1. For example, to save the current connection configuration to profile 12,
type the following:
profile f 12 save [Enter]
2. To load profile 12, type the following:
profile f 12 load [Enter]
The following table shows the possible values for Save/load Profile
commands:
Command Description
profile Save / Load profile
Profile Description
f Profile
Profile Number Description

yy 00-31 (default is 00)
Control Description
save Save the current connection
configuration
load Load a saved profile
Note: Each command string can be separated with a space.

Command Profile Num1 Control Enter Description
profile f yy save [Enter] Save current connection
configuration to profile yy
(yy:00~31)
(Default: 00)
profile f yy load [Enter} Load saved profile yy
(yy:00~31)
Default: 00)
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Power On Detection Commands

Enabling Power On Detection means that the VM0808H automatically
switches to the next powered on device when one of the HDMI source devices
is powered off.
The formula for Power On Detection commands is as follows:
Power On Detection + Control command [Enter]
For example, to turn on the Power On Detection feature, input the following:
pod on [Enter]
The following tables show the possible values for the Power on Detection
commands:
Command Description
pod Power On Detection function
Control Description
on Enable power on detection
function
off Disable power on detection
function (default)

pod on [Enter] Turn on power on detection
pod off [Enter] Turn on power off detection (default)
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Read Commands
The Read command enables you to view information from the device using the
following command:
Read Command [Enter]
To Reads and displays information from the device, type:
read [Enter]
The following table show the possible values and formats for the command:
Command Description
read Reads and displays information from
the VM0808H, including the input/
output connections, audio/video and
CEC status, EDID settings and the
firmware version
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CEC Commands
Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) allows interconnected HDMI devices to

communicate and respond to one remote control. The formula for CEC mode
selection commands is as follows:
CEC Command + Output Command + Port Number + Control (Off /
On) [Enter]
For example, to enable CEC function on output port 1, type the following:
cec o01 on [enter]
command:
Command Description
cec CEC control

o Output command
Port number Description

* All output ports
Control Description
off Disable CEC (default)
on Enable CEC

Output
Command Port
Control Enter Description
cec yy off [Enter] CEC off for output port yy

* (default)
(yy:01~08, *)
cec yy on [Enter] CEC on for output port yy
*
(yy:01~08, *)
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Baud Rate Setting

You can select the RS-232 Baud Rate you want the VM0808H to use. Options
are 9600, 19200 (default) 38400 and 115200.
The formula for Baud Rate setting command is as follows:
Baud Command + Control [Enter]
For example, to select 38400 as your baud rate, type the following:
baud 38400 [enter]
command:
Command Description
baud Sets the RS-232 baud rate
Control Description
9600 Use 9600 baud rate

baud 9600 / 19200 / 38400 / [Enter] Sets the RS-232 baud
115200 rate
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OSD Commands
Enable or disable the On-Screen Display (OSD) using the following command:
OSD Command + Control (On / Off) [Enter]
For example, to mute the audio, type the following:
osd on [enter]
command:
Command Description
osd Enable / Disable OSD
Control Description
on OSD is enabled (default)
off OSD is disabled

osd on [Enter] OSD on
osd off [Enter] OSD off
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Echo Commands
If the Echo feature is enabled: for each action from the front panel
(pushbuttons), web GUI or IR interface, the VM0808H sends a corresponding
acknowledgment message to the attached controller or management device via
the RS-232 port.
The formula for the Echo command is as follows:
Echo Command + Control (on/off) + [Enter]
For example, to enable the Echo function, type the following:
echo on [enter]
command:
Command Description
echo Enable / Disable Echo
function
Control Description
on Echo function on
off Echo function off (default)

echo on [Enter] Echo on
echo off [Enter] Echo off
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Blackscreen Commands
The Blackscreen function, when enabled, keeps connected displays awake

even if there is no source input device detected or when a port is turned off (via
the Switch port command).
The formula for the Blackscreen command is as follows:
blackscreen Command + Control (on/off) + [Enter]
For example, to enable the Blackscreen function, type the following:
blackscreen on [enter]
command:
Command Description
blackscreen Enable / Disable Blackscreen
function
Control Description
on Blackscreen function on
(default)
off Blackscreen function off

blackscreen on [Enter] Blackscreen on
blackscreen off [Enter] Blackscreen off
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Reset
You can reset the VM0808H to default factory settings. The formula for the
Reset command is as follows:
Reset Command [Enter]
command:
Command Description
reset Reset the device settings

Command Enter Description
reset [Enter] Reset the device settings
Acknowledge
After commands are sent acknowledge messages are returned.
Ack Description
Command OK Command is correct and
function executed
Command Incorrect Unavailable command or
parameters
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Appendix
Safety Instructions
General
Read all of these instructions. Save them for future reference.
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the device.
This product is for indoor use only.
Do not place the device on any unstable surface (cart, stand, etc.). If the
device falls, serious damage will result.
Do not use the device near water.
Do not place the device near, or over, radiators or heat registers.
The device cabinet is provided with slots and openings to allow for
adequate ventilation. To ensure reliable operation, and to protect against
overheating, these openings must never be blocked or covered.
The device should never be placed on a soft surface (bed, sofa, rug, etc.) as
this will block its ventilation openings. Likewise, the device should not be
placed in a built in enclosure unless adequate ventilation has been provided.
Never spill liquid of any kind on the device.
Unplug the device from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid
or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
The device should be operated from the type of power source indicated on
the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power available,
consult your dealer or local power company.
The device is designed for IT power distribution systems with 230V
phase-to-phase voltage.
To prevent damage to your installation it is important that all devices are
properly grounded.
The device is equipped with a 3-wire grounding type plug. This is a safety
feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your
electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not attempt to defeat the
purpose of the grounding-type plug. Always follow your local/national
wiring codes.
Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord or cables. Route the
power cord and cables so that they cannot be stepped on or tripped over.
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If an extension cord is used with this device make sure that the total of the
ampere ratings of all products used on this cord does not exceed the
extension cord ampere rating. Make sure that the total of all products
plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes.
To help protect your system from sudden, transient increases and
decreases in electrical power, use a surge suppressor, line conditioner, or
un-interruptible power supply (UPS).
Position system cables and power cables carefully; be sure that nothing
rests on any cables.
Never push objects of any kind into or through cabinet slots. They may
touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts resulting in a risk of fire
or electrical shock.
Do not attempt to service the device yourself. Refer all servicing to
qualified service personnel.
If the following conditions occur, unplug the device from the wall outlet
and bring it to qualified service personnel for repair.
The power cord or plug has become damaged or frayed.
Liquid has been spilled into the device.
The device has been exposed to rain or water.
The device has been dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged.
The device exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need
for service.
The device does not operate normally when the operating instructions
are followed.
Only adjust those controls that are covered in the operating instructions.
Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage that will
require extensive work by a qualified technician to repair.
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Rack Mounting
Before working on the rack, make sure that the stabilizers are secured to
the rack, extended to the floor, and that the full weight of the rack rests on
the floor. Install front and side stabilizers on a single rack or front
stabilizers for joined multiple racks before working on the rack.
Always load the rack from the bottom up, and load the heaviest item in the
rack first.
Make sure that the rack is level and stable before extending a device from
the rack.
Do not overload the AC supply branch circuit that provides power to the
rack. The total rack load should not exceed 80 percent of the branch circuit
rating.
Make sure that all equipment used on the rack – including power strips and
other electrical connectors – is properly grounded.
Ensure that proper airflow is provided to devices in the rack.
Ensure that the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment
does not exceed the maximum ambient temperature specified for the
equipment by the manufacturer.
Do not step on or stand on any device when servicing other devices in a
rack.
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Technical Support
International
For online technical support – including troubleshooting, documentation,
and software updates: http://eservice.aten.com
For telephone support, see Telephone Support, page iii:
North America
Email Support support@aten-usa.com
Online Troubleshooting http://www.aten-usa.com/support
Technical Documentation
Support Software Updates
Telephone Support 1-888-999-ATEN ext 4988
When you contact us, please have the following information ready beforehand:
Product model number, serial number, and date of purchase.
Your computer configuration, including operating system, revision level,
expansion cards, and software.
Any error messages displayed at the time the error occurred.
The sequence of operations that led up to the error.
Any other information you feel may be of help.
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Specifications
Function VM0808H
Connectors HDMI In 8 x HDMI Type A Female (Black)
HDMI Out 8 x HDMI Type A Female (Black)
Ethernet 1 x RJ-45 Female
RS-232 1 x DB-9 Female (Black)
IR Input Port 1 x Mini Stereo Jack Female (Black)
Power 1 x 3-prong AC Socket
Switches In 1 x Tuner Button
Out 1 x Tuner Button
Esc 1 x Pushbutton
Menu 1 x Pushbutton
Profile 1 x Pushbutton
Enter 1 x Pushbutton
Power 1 x Rocker
LEDs Menu 1 (Green)
Profile 1 (Green)
Video Resolution 480p, 720p, 1080i, and 1080p (1920 x 1080);

VGA, SVGA, SXGA, UXGA and WUXGA (1920
x 1200)
I/P Rating 100–240VAC; 50-60Hz; 1A
Power Consumption 120V / 32W; 230V / 34W
Environment Operating Temp. 0–50ºC
Storage Temp. -20–60ºC
Humidity 0–80% RH, Non-condensing
Physical Housing Metal

Properties
Weight 4.01 kg
Dimensions (L x W x H) 43.24 x 27.12 x 4.40 cm
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Limited Warranty
IN NO EVENT SHALL THE DIRECT VENDOR'S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PRICE PAID
FOR THE PRODUCT FROM DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, DISK,
OR ITS DOCUMENTATION.
The direct vendor makes no warranty or representation, expressed, implied, or statutory with
respect to the contents or use of this documentation, and especially disclaims its quality,
performance, merchantability, or fitness for any particular purpose.
The direct vendor also reserves the right to revise or update the device or
documentation without obligation to notify any individual or entity of such
revisions, or update. For further inquiries, please contact your direct vendor.
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Front Panel Pushbuttons

Note: The default password is 1234.

Enter Password: 0000

To enter a password, do the following:

Note: 1. If you enter an incorrect password, re-enter the correct password

Menu Page Submenu Page(s)

Set IP Port IP Address

Default IP Settings Yes / No

Set Serial Port Default Serial Setting Yes / No

Baud Rate 9600 / 19200 / 38400 / 115200

Operation Mode Power On Detection Off / On

EDID Default / Port1 / Remix

Security Mode Password Required Yes / No

Change Password Old Password New Password

Save / Load Profile Save to a Profile No 0–31

Call a Saved Profile No

Note: The default IP address is 192.168.0.60

Note: The default Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0

Note: The default Gateway is 192.168.0.1

Save and Reset / Exit

In this page, you can do the following:

Set Serial Port

Default Serial Settings

Note: The default serial setting is No.

Note: The default baud rate is 19200.

Note: The default EDID setting is Default.

Password Required: YES

Password Required: YES

Old Password: 1234

Note: 1. If you enter an incorrect password, re-enter the correct password

Save / Load Profile

Save to a Profile No. 00

Call a Saved Profile No.

Save to a Profile No. 00

IR Remote Control Operation

Change the Input source of an Output display

Power on/off individual Output displays

Connects any of 8 HDMI sources to any of 8 HDMI displays

The VM0808H’s default IP address is http://192.168.0.60. See IP

The same user can not be logged in simultaneously

Use the Save button to save the current connection profile.

Baud Rate – 19200

Profile Name: Names can be the same. (Enter max 16 Characters,

Administrator – this level provides full access and control of the