Aten VM0808T [11/66] Chapter 1

Chapter 1

Introduction

Overview

The ATEN VanCryst VM0808T 8x8 Cat5 A/V Matrix Switch is a versatile

audio/video over Cat 5 + serial solution that offers an easy and affordable way

to route any of 8 audio/video sources to any of 8 displays, in combination with

the ATEN VE500 A/V Over Cat 5 Extender system.

With eight Cat 5 A/V input ports, the VM0808T allows you to connect eight

source devices (via eight VE300T / VE500T transmitters) to eight monitors,

displays, or projectors (via eight VE300R / VE300RQ / VE500R / VE500RQ

receivers) at the same time. In addition to the eight Cat 5 connections, the unit

is also enabled with local audio/video inputs/outputs so that an extra source

device and monitor located in the same rack as the VM0808T can function as

a further transmitter and receiver.

As a Matrix Switch, each input can be independently connected to any or all

outputs, and the audio and video inputs from each source device can also be

switched independently, giving you the ultimate in flexibility and control in

any multi-display audio/video installation.

While the A/V signal travels over Cat 5 cable, the VM0808T unit can be

controlled over a standard TCP/IP connection, and so it will seamlessly

integrate with your existing network infrastructure. It allows convenient

configuration and operation via an intuitive Graphical User Interface (GUI),

accessed via web browser, as well as locally via front panel pushbuttons and

LCD display. The VM0808T can also be accessed via a remote terminal

session using Telnet.

Furthermore, for complete system and install integration, serial control is

standard through the VM0808T’s built-in RS-232 and RS-485/422 ports that

allows the switch to be controlled through a high-end controller or PC. The

unit’s bi-directional RS-232 serial port also allows serial devices, such as

touchscreens and barcode scanners, to be included in the installation.

In combination with the ATEN VE500 A/V Over Cat 5 Extender system, the

VM0808T 8x8 Cat5 A/V Matrix Switch supports distances up to 300 meters

between the transmitter and receiver units, making it the ideal solution for

applications that require A/V + serial information from multiple sources to be

conveniently delivered to any of multiple destinations.