Extron VN-MATRIX 225 - Manual

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VNM Recorder • Setup Guide

The Extron VNM Recorder is a network storage device used to digitally record and
play back multiple streams of high resolution video, audio, and data encoded to an
IP network via VN-Matrix encoders and decoders. It can be used with any VN-Matrix
application to document, archive, review, and play back highly sophisticated or demanding AV imagery.
This guide provides basic instructions for an experienced installer to configure and operate a VNM Recorder using a basic
VN-Matrix system.

NOTE:

See the

VNM Recorder User Guide, VN-Matrix 200 Series User Guide

,

VN-Matrix 225 Series User Guide

,

VN-Matrix 300 User Guide

, and the

VN-Matrix 325 User Guide

for complete installation, network configuration,

and mounting information. User guides are available at

www.extron.com

.

Initial Installation and Configuration of Devices

Step 1 — Determine the Default Network Settings

Before connecting any device
to a network, the default
network settings of each
device must be changed. On
an existing network, check with
the network administrator for a
range of available IP addresses.
On a closed network, used
exclusively for VN-Matrix
devices, it is recommended
to use addresses within the
range of 192.168.254.1 to
192.168.254.254 with a subnet
mask of 255.255.255.0.
Figure 1 shows an example
addressing scheme for a simple system that contains a VNM Recorder, an encoder, and a decoder.

Step 2 — Determine the Device that Acts as the Controller

A device within the VN-Matrix system must be designated as the controller of the network. The controller can be one of the
following devices:

z

VN-Matrix 200, 225, 300, or 325 device, which is suitable for small network systems

z

VNM Recorder, which is suitable for small network systems

z

VNM Enterprise Controller, which is suitable for large network systems

The controller device acts as a central point of reference for each device, manages all of the system communications to
every matrix device present, and also serves the web-based control interface to the user. In figure 1, the VNM Recorder is set
up as the controller for the system. Once configuration of the VN-Matrix system is complete, the IP address of the controller
device can be entered into a suitable web browser running on any PC or laptop connected to the VN-Matrix network.

Step 3 — Install and Configure the VN-Matrix 200 / 225 / 300 / 325 Devices

Connect these devices as necessary and power them on. Configure the network settings of these devices using a PC running
HyperTerminal. For installation and configuration instructions, see the setup guides included with these devices. Figure 1
can also be used as a guide for configuring network settings.

Step 4 — Connect the Recorder to the VN-Matrix Network

With the VNM Recorder positioned as shown in figure 1, connect the primary VN-Matrix network to the
upper Ethernet connector (

eth

0

) of the recorder using Category (CAT) 6 cable. If necessary, connect a

secondary VN-Matrix network to the lower Ethernet connector (

eth1

) of the recorder using CAT 6 cable.

Step 5 — Connect Configuration Devices to the Recorder

Connect a mouse, a keyboard, and a computer monitor to the recorder. See the

VNM Recorder User Guide

for more information on connecting these devices.

Step 6 — Power on the Recorder

Plug a standard IEC power cord into the recorder and connect it to a power source. Power on the recorder.

LAN -1
LAN -2
STATUS

RGB/DVI OVER IP

VN-MATRIX 200 SERIES

LAN -1
LAN -2
STATUS

RGB/DVI OVER IP

VN-MATRIX 200 SERIES

PC (source)

Display

VNM 200 (encoder)

Local IP Address: 192.168.254.101

Controller IP Address: 192.168.254.254

Local IP Address: 192.168.254.102

Controller IP Address: 192.168.254.254

Local IP Address: 192.168.254.254

Controller IP Address: 192.168.254.254

VNM 225 (decoder)

Local Network

Switch

VNM Recorder (system controller)

RGB

or

DVI

DVI

Ethernet

RS-232

RS-232

Ethernet

Ethernet

Ethernet

Browser User

Control

Figure 1.

Example VN-Matrix Network Configuration

Lower connector (

eth1)

Upper connector (

eth0)