VK0200 - Home Automation ATEN - Free user manual and instructions

Type de produit	Home Automation Hub
Brand	ATEN
Model	VK0200
Dimensions (approx.)	12.5 x 12.5 x 2.5 cm
Weight (approx.)	200 g
Power Supply	5V DC, 1A via micro-USB
Protocols Supported	Z-Wave, Zigbee, Wi-Fi
Maximum Connected Devices	Up to 100
Control Interface	Mobile app (iOS/Android), web portal
Voice Assistant Compatible	Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant
Functions	Schedule automation, scenes, remote control, energy monitoring
Installation	Plug-and-play, wall mount optional
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C
Humidity	Up to 80% non-condensing
Housing Material	Plastic, white
Certifications	CE, FCC
Maintenance	Clean with dry cloth; avoid liquids
Safety	Indoor use only; keep away from water
Warranty	2 years

Frequently Asked Questions - VK0200 ATEN

How do I set up the VK0200 for the first time?

Connect the VK0200 to power via micro-USB, download the ATEN Home app, and follow the in-app pairing instructions. The hub will automatically detect compatible devices.

Which smart home protocols does the VK0200 support?

The VK0200 supports Z-Wave, Zigbee, and Wi-Fi protocols, allowing integration with a wide range of smart devices.

Can I control the VK0200 with voice assistants?

Yes, the VK0200 is compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. Enable the ATEN skill in your voice assistant app to control scenes and devices.

How many devices can I connect to the hub?

The VK0200 can manage up to 100 connected devices simultaneously, ensuring robust home automation.

What should I do if my device isn't pairing?

First, ensure the device is in pairing mode. In the ATEN app, select 'Add Device' and follow the prompts. If issues persist, reset the hub by pressing the reset button for 5 seconds.

Is the VK0200 compatible with Apple HomeKit?

No, the VK0200 does not natively support Apple HomeKit. However, you can still control it via the ATEN app or voice assistants.

Can I schedule automations with the VK0200?

Yes, the ATEN app lets you create custom schedules and scenes. For example, set lights to turn on at sunset or adjust thermostat at specific times.

How do I reset the VK0200 to factory settings?

Locate the reset button on the hub (usually a small pinhole). Press and hold it for 10 seconds until the LED flashes rapidly. The hub will reboot with factory defaults.

Does the VK0200 support remote access when I'm away?

Yes, after initial setup, you can access and control your home devices from anywhere using the ATEN mobile app over the internet.

What is the power consumption of the VK0200?

The VK0200 consumes 5V DC at 1A (5 watts max). It is designed for low energy consumption and can be left on 24/7.

USER MANUAL VK0200 ATEN

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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.

Warning: Operation of this equipment in a residential environment could cause radio interference.

KCC Statement

This product is RoHS compliant.

Safety

This product has been classified as Information Technology Equipment.

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 886-2-86	92-6959
China 86-400-810-0-8	10
Japan 81-3-5615-581	1
Korea 82-2-467-6789
North America 1-888	999-ATEN ext 4988
	1-949-428-1111

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.

Package Contents

VK0100

The VK0100 package consists of:

◆ 1 VK0100 8-Button Control Pad (US, 1 Gang)
◆ 1 Button Pack
◆ 6 Terminal Blocks
1 Faceplate
◆ 1 User Instructions*

VK0200

The VK0200 package consists of:

◆ 1 VK0200 12-Button Control Pad (EU, 2 Gang)
◆ 1 Button Pack
◆ 6 Terminal Blocks
◆ 1 Faceplate
◆ 1 User Instructions*

VK1100

The VK1100 package consists of:

◆ 1 VK1100 Compact Control Box
◆ 4 Terminal Blocks
♦ 1 Power Cord
◆ 1 User Instructions*

VK2100

The VK2100 package consists of:

◆ 1 VK2100 Control Box
◆ 1 Rack Mount Kit
◆ 9 Terminal Blocks
♦ 1 Power Cord
◆ 1 User Instructions*

Note:

• Read this manual thoroughly and follow the installation and operation procedures carefully to prevent any damage to the ATEN controller and other connected devices.
• The VK2100 product firmware may have been updated with new features after the release of this manual. For an up-to-date VK2100 user manual, visit http://www.aten.com/global/en/

Contents

EMC Information....ii

Safety ii

User Information iii

Telephone Support .....iii

Package Contents ....iv

VK0100....iv

VK0200....iv

VK1100....iv

VK2100....iv

Table of Contents ......vi

About this Manual x

Conventions....xi

Terminology ..... xii

Product Information ..... xii

1. Introduction

Overview....1

Benefits 3

Intelligent Control 3

Features 5

ATEN Control Pad 6

ATEN Configurator 7

ATEN Control System App 7

ATEN Keypads 8

Requirements 9

Accessories 10

2. Hardware Setup

ATEN Control Box 11

Panel Components 11

VK2100 Front View 11

VK2100 Rear View 13

VK1100 Front View 14

VK1100 Rear View 15

Rack Mounting the ATEN Control Box 16

VK2100 16

VK1100 17

Control Box Connections 19

12VDC Power Output 22

Relay 26

IR / Serial 27

One IR Transmitter 28

Two IR Transmitters 28

Digital I/O 29

RS-232 31

RS-232/422/485 32

Ethernet 33

ATEN Control Pad. 34

Installing the Control Pads 36

Installation Steps 36

RS-232 Serial Connection 41

Relay Connections 42

Digital Input Device 43

Ethernet 44

Accessories 45

ATEN Keypad 46

Installation 47

Component ....51

Layout Examples 52

3. Browser Operation

Overview 53

Logging In .53

Dashboard 54

Settings 55

Licenses for Mobile Control 57

Storage .58

Access 59

Monitor 61

Network 62

Connections 63

Schedule 64

Security 65

4. ATEN Configurator (VK6000)

Overview 67

Installation....67

Getting Started Tasks 70

Main Page 72

Menu Bar 73

Project 79

Device 81

Adding Devices to ATEN Configurator 82

The Device Configuration List 83

Left Sidebar 84

Library 85

Device Library 86

Properties 87

Design 94

Select Viewer 95

Left Sidebar....96

Viewer 96

Pages 96

Right Sidebar 97

Keypad 97

Page Overview 98

Edit 100

Windows OS Button Limitation 101

Page Objects 102

Properties 102

Button / Slider Bar Action 112

Adding Commands 114

Advanced Options 118

Layering Images 131

Graphic Library 132

Background Color 132

Button 132

Icon 133

Device Interface 133

Library 134

Flag 135

Monitor 137

Condition & Action Overview.... 137

Creating an If Monitor 140

Creating a Switch Monitor 145

Creating a Bypass Monitor 148

Macro 149

Scheduled Events 151

Synced Variables 152

For Devices that Return Feedback Messages ..... 152

Upload 157

Viewing Controller Information 158

5. ATEN Database Generator

Overview....159

My Library 160

Managing My Library 162

Edit / Add New Device 163

Text Command Tools 165

ATEN Library 177

6. Remote PC Control Using ControlAssist

Overview 179

Specifications....179

Setting Up Remote PC Control 181

Installing ControlAssist to a Computer....181

Adding the Computer to the Control System 183

Configuring a Control Interface 185

Supported PC Control Actions 188

7. ATEN Control System App

Overview....191

Installing the App 191

ATEN Control System App 192

Demo 193

WinViewer1 / iPad / Android1 193

Demo....194

Welcome 196

Edit Viewer Profile 197

Manage LAN Device 198

Controller 199

Set Password 201

Log Report 202

Report History 203

Information 204

Download Viewer Profile 205

Downloading Profiles 206

Appendix

Safety Instructions....207

Rack Mounting 209

Technical Support 210

Datapoint Types 211

Specifications 214

VK2100....214

VK1100....216

VK0100/VK0200 218

Limited Warranty 220

About this Manual

This user manual is provided to help you get the most from your ATEN Control System. It covers all aspects of installation, configuration, and operation of the ATEN controllers and their accessories, including:

Device Category Device Model Device Name

ATEN Control Box VK1100 ATEN Compact Control Box

VK2100 ATEN Control Box

ATEN Control Pad VK0100 8-Button Control Pad (US, 1 Gang)

VK0200 12-Button Control Pad (EU, 2 Gang)

ATEN Keypad VK108 US 8-Button Keypad (US, 1 Gang)

VK112EU 12-Button Keypad (EU, 2 Gang)

ATEN Extension Box VK224 4-Port Serial Expansion

VK236 6-Port IR/Serial Expansion Box

VK248 8-Channel Relay Expansion Box

An overview of the information found in the manual is provided below.

Chapter 1, Introduction

Introduces you to the ATEN Control System. Its purpose, features, and benefits are presented, and panel components of the Control Box and Control Pad are described.

Chapter 2, Hardware Setup

Provides the necessary steps to setup the ATEN Control System installation, including how to wire the different types of hardware connections.

Chapter 3, Browser Operation

Provides information on Control Box and Control Pad's web interface and how to use it to remotely configure parts of the ATEN Control System installation.

Chapter 4, ATEN Configurator (VK6000)

Provides a complete description of the ATEN Configurator (VK6000) software and how to use it to configure and operate the ATEN Control System.

Chapter 5, ATEN Database Generator

Provides a complete description of the Database Generator software and how to use it to configure new devices to add to the VK6000 device library.

Chapter 6, Remote PC Control

Explains how to set up your computer for remote control from a licensed device and provide a complete description of the supported control actions.

Chapter 7, ATEN Control System App

Provides a complete description of the ATEN mobile app and how to use it to operate devices connected to the ATEN Control System.

An Appendix

Provides specifications and other technical information regarding the ATEN Control System.

Conventions

This manual uses the following conventions:

MonospacedIndicates 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.

Terminology

Terminology Description
Control Box The term is used to refer to all models of ATEN Control Box, including the VK2100 Control Box and the VK1100 Compact Control Box.
controller The term is used to refer to all models of ATEN Control Box (VK1100 and VK2100) and ATEN Control Pad (VK0100 and VK0200).
Viewer or profile	A Viewer or profile is a software interface created using ATEN Configurator to be used on mobile devices to control devices managed by controllers.
project A project is a set of settings created using ATEN Configurator to specify how devices are to be managed by ATEN controllers.

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

Overview

The ATEN Control System, incorporating the ATEN Control Box/ATEN Control Pad (controller), the ATEN Configurator software (VK6000), and the ATEN Control System App is a standard Ethernet-based management system that connects all hardware devices in a room or large facility to provide centralized control of devices directly and effortlessly via a mobile device. The ATEN controller works as the main controller that provides great connectivity to all sorts of hardware devices commonly seen in a room. After connecting the hardware, the ATEN Configurator (VK6000) provides simple setup of the devices with easy step by step configuration. The ATEN Control System App then connects you to the controller from any iOS, Android or Windows mobile device / tablet computer which empowers you with mobility to control all the hardware devices, in different rooms, whenever and however you like.

ATEN Control Box/Control Pad easily deploys into an existing installation and integrates seamlessly with ATEN VanCryst pro-AV products and nearly any other hardware devices found in a room, including AV equipment, lighting, conference systems, air conditioning, motion sensors, power switches and many more. The controller serves as the central platform where hardware devices are connected – to be monitored, managed, and controlled directly via a tailor-made GUI from any iOS, Android, or Windows mobile device.

The VK6000 Configurator software facilitates quick setup and control of the devices in a few easy steps via an intuitive GUI. The VK6000 walks you through configuring the hardware, designing the interface and uploading Profiles to the controller. To provide control of the hardware devices, Profiles, which contain Viewers, are imported via the ATEN Control System App from any iOS, Android or Windows mobile device. Through an Ethernet connection, the ATEN Control System App enables you to import and update Profiles from the controller via a point-n-tap user interface. Each Viewer is a customized control interface that grants you quick access to target and control hardware devices. Use of any profile is protected with password authentication to ensure secure access.

The ATEN Control System is perfectly applicable in meeting rooms, conference centers, boardrooms, classrooms or any room that requires central and mobile control of a variety of hardware devices through a streamlined management system with optimum efficiency and performance.

Benefits

Intelligent Control

The ATEN Control System makes the interactions between your hardware devices smarter. Pre-programmed actions and triggers can provide a fully automated series of advanced operations that allow your devices to respond to each other intelligently, making your whole solution run smarter and smoother.

Optimized Performance

The ATEN Control System has optimized the communication protocols that not only maintain a near-zero response time but also feature data encryption for extra protection.

Simplified Setup

No matter how large the room or how complicated the hardware, the ATEN Control System can be deployed in 3 easy steps: connect the hardware, configure the system and upload profiles via a smart mobile app. Through an intuitive GUI, the process for setting up the controls for every room is simple and customizable, via straightforward predefined commands and macros, that do not require you to have complicated programming skills.

Effortless Expandability

With a range of expansion boxes available, the ATEN Control System installation can grow to accommodate additional Serial, Relay and IR devices. Furthermore, the ATEN Library has 10,000+ device drivers and grows as you add new devices to the existing database via the Database Generator, making it expandable and easily manageable, whatever the size or scope of the installation.

User Centered Convenience

An advanced, single-software solution creates an intuitive interface for any mobile device, while specific needs are customizable by selecting from an extensive library of actions and design elements to customize the control panel.

In addition, the ATEN Control System provides various support services that include driver downloads, database generation and upgrade tools – to help system integrators build easy-to-control environments effortlessly.

On-the-Go Control

Intuitive system control can start with one room and scale up to multiple rooms in the same area or across regions. Toggling between profiles on an iOS, Android or Windows mobile device facilitates control of different rooms with simple point-n-tap operations. In addition, multiple mobile devices can be authorized with access to control the same room or multiple rooms, providing you with flexible, enhanced mobility, and tight security.

Features

ATEN Control Box

◆ Supports various connection interfaces:

Interface VK	2100 Control Box VK11	00 Compact Control Box
Serial Port 6 2
IR/Serial Port 4 2
Relay Channel 4 4
I/O Channel 4 -
Ethernet Port 1 1

- DC outputs for power supply connections

♦ VK2100: equipped with 4 DC outputs
♦ VK1100: equipped with 1 DC output

◆ 1 x USB port for easy profile upload
- IR Learning function for adding IR device drivers
◆ Supports native KNX IP for building management systems
Telnet, TCP, UDP, ONVIF, PJLink, HTTP, and HTTPS compliant
◆ Supports project file backup
◆ Supports up to 8 ATEN Keypads
◆ Web GUI for easy system configuration
◆ 2 free licenses for mobile control*
◆ Supports SSH communication for data monitoring
- Rack-mountable

Note: If you need more than two licenses for mobile control, contact your local sales representative.

ATEN Control Pad

◆ Supports various connection interfaces:

◆ 2 RS-232 serial ports
◆ 2 relay channels
◆ 1 digital input port
◆ 1 Ethernet port

• Designed to mount in 2-gang EU type and MK type junction boxes (for VK0200)
  ◆ Fully customizable layout

♦ VK0100: 14 layout variations using 4 to 8 buttons
♦ VK0200: 125 layout variations using 6 to 12 buttons
- Customizable button text engraving service
◆ System LED indicators for quick connection status check
◆ Dual-color LEDs for clear indication in dark environments
◆ Redundant power supplies (DC power and PoE)
◆ Supports native KNX IP for building management systems
Telnet, TCP, UDP, ONVIF, PJLink, HTTP, and HTTPS compliant
◆ Supports project file backup
◆ Web GUI for easy system configuration
◆ Supports SSH communication for data monitoring

Note: To control your setup using a mobile device, contact your local sales representative to purchase licenses for mobile control.

ATEN Configurator

• Simple profile setup with easy configuration steps via intuitive GUI
• Customizable GUI to be used on mobile devices and PC
• Supports ControlAssist that allows PC control (PC shutdown, media files, PowerPoint files)*
  Built-in Database Generator for device driver setup and overall device management.
  Built-in ATEN Library comprising 10,000+ device drivers and complete ATEN VanCryst product drivers
  Event scheduling
• Two-way communication enables user-defined event monitoring to automatically trigger the next actions
• Test tool to verify commands in action before uploading the profile to the ATEN controller
  ◆ Simulator to simulate and review the customized GUI before uploading

Note: For details on the supported PC control actions, see Supported PC Control Actions, page 188.

ATEN Control System App

• Allows administrators central control of multiple rooms via profiles on a mobile device or tablet computer
• Restrict user access to profiles via password authentication
• Synchronization of system controls amongst multiple mobile devices and tablet computers
• Any iOS, Android, or Windows mobile device can be used to control the system – no need to purchase costly

ATEN Keypads

Fully customizable layout

♦ VK108US: 14 layout variations using 4 to 8 buttons
♦ VK112EU: 125 layout variations using 6 to 12 buttons
◆ System LED indicators for quick connection status check
- Dual-color LEDs for clear indication in dark environments
◆ Easy ID pairing with ATEN controller for Ethernet communication
- Scalability – an ATEN controller can connect up to 8 Keypads
♦ Versatile modes support flexible behavior settings for each button
- Intuitive Web GUI for easy configuration
◆ Redundant power supplies (DC power and PoE)
- Button engraving service

Requirements

Prepare the following equipment and make sure your equipment meets the minimum requirements specified below.

◆ Hardware devices to be controlled by your ATEN controller

◆ Bi-directional RS-232/422/485 serial devices
- One-way IR or serial transmitter hardware devices (for Control Box only)
♦ Relay hardware devices
◆ Digital input hardware devices (for VK2100 and Control Pad only)
◆ Digital output hardware devices (for VK2100 only)
- Ethernet-controlled PJLink, Telnet, ONVIF, TCP, UDP, HTTP, or HTTPS devices
- KNX IP interfaces for connecting KNX-compliant devices

♦ Cables

• One Cat 5e/6 Ethernet cable used to connect the ATEN controller to the local area network
• (Optional) For serial devices with DB9 connectors, use standard straight-through cables.

- A computer for configuring your ATEN Control System

Make sure the computer runs Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10, or any of the later versions.

♦ (Optional) Up to 10 mobile devices for remote control

Note: A license is required for each mobile device. For detailed information, see Licenses for Mobile Control, page 57.

Accessories

Optionally purchase ATEN accessories to enhance the functionality of your Control System. For more information, visit the ATEN website. Contact your ATEN dealer to purchase these accessories.

Model Description
2XRT-0004G Full Range	IR Emitter (1.8 m)
2X-031G Single Rack Mount Kit for VK1100
VK108US 8-button Keypad	(US, 1 Gang)
VK112EU 12-button Keypad	(EU, 2 Gang)
VK224 4-Port Serial Expansion Box
VK236 6-Port IR/Serial Expansion Box
VK248 8-Channel Relay	Expansion Box
SA0141 DB9-F to RJ45-F	Adapter
SA0145 RJ45-F to DB9-M	Adapter

Chapter 2

Hardware Setup

1. Important safety information regarding the placement of this device is provided on Safety Instructions, page 207. 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.

ATEN Control Box

Panel Components

VK2100 Front View

No.	Component Description
1	Relay LED	The LED lights green to indicate an active device connection (closed loop).
2	IR/Serial LED	The LED lights green to indicate an active device connection and IR/Serial signals are being transmitted.
3	I/O LED	The LED lights green to indicate an active device connection and I/O signals are being transmitted.
4	Serial LED The LED (1~6) lights green to indicate serial signals are being transmitted.
No.	Component Description
5	Ethernet LED The LEDs provide information about the network connection:◆ Link: The LED blinks green to indicate Ethernet signals are being transmitted.◆ ACT: The LED lights green to indicate 100Mbps transmissions.
6	DC Overload LED The LED lights orange to indicate DC output exceeds maximum output.Note: When the LED lights orange, please unplug any of the connected devices to keep its total output under 24W.
7	IR Receiver / LED This IR receiver passes the functions of a remote control to the VK2100 in learning mode. The distance between the IR remote and the receiver window should be kept under 10cm with a direct line of sight.◆ The LED blinks green to indicate the unit is ready to receive signals from an IR remote control.
8	USB Port / LED This is where a USB device plugs in to upload Viewer files to the VK2100.◆ The LED blinks green to indicate Viewer files are being uploaded, and lights green to indicate a successful upload of Viewer files.◆ The LED lights orange to indicate Viewer files failed to upload.
9	Reset This semi-recessed pushbutton can be pressed to reset the VK2100's network settings.
10	Power LED Lights green when the unit is turned on.

VK2100 Rear View

No.	Component Description
1	Grounding Terminal The grounding wire attaches here.
2	Power Socket This is a standard 3-pin AC power socket. The power cord from an AC source plugs in here.
3	Power Switch This is a standard rocker switch that powers the unit on and off.
4	DC Output Ports Four outputs provide a total power output of 24W /2A max.
5	Relay Channels Four channels; normally open, isolated relays with a contact rating of 24VDC, 2A max.
6	IR / Serial Ports Four IR ports that can also be configured as RS-232 TX ports. pin1: Signal / pin2: Ground.
7	I/O Channels Four channels that can be configured as digital input or digital output ports.◆ Digital Input: 0-24VDC programmable input range or contact closure with +12VDC pull-up◆ Digital Output: 250mA sink from 12VDC Pin1~4: Signal / Pin5: Ground
8	RS-232 Serial Ports Two R	RS-232 ports with TX/RX functions supported.
9	RS-232/422/485 Serial Ports	Four ports with supported RS-232/422/485 conversion by pin assignment and RTS/CTS flow control. The RS232, RS422, or RS485 connection is defined by pin. For pin assignments, see page 32.
10	Ethernet Port	This RJ-45 port is used for the network connection. If no IP address is assigned within 30 seconds, the default IP settings will be used:IP: 192.168.0.60 / mask: 255.255.255.0
11	Controller ID Switch	This 16-segment switch is used for controller ID selection.

VK1100 Front View

No.	Component Description
1	Relay LED The LED lights	green to indicate an active device connection (closed loop).
2	IR/Serial LED The LED lights	lights green to indicate an active device connection and IR/Serial signals are being transmitted.
3	Serial LED The LED (1~2)	lights green to indicate serial signals are being transmitted.
4	Ethernet Link / ACT LED	The LEDs provide information about the network connection:◆ Link: The LED blinks green to indicate Ethernet signals are being transmitted.◆ ACT: The LED lights green to indicate 100Mbps transmissions.
5	DC Output Overload LED	The LED lights orange to indicate DC output exceeds maximum output.Note: When the LED lights orange, please unplug any of the connected devices to keep its total output under 12W.
6	IR Receiver / LED This IR	receiver passes the functions of a remote control to the VK1100 in learning mode. The distance between the IR remote and the receiver window should be kept under 10cm with a direct line of sight.◆ The LED blinks green to indicate the unit is ready to receive signals from an IR remote control.
7 USB Port / LED This is where a USB device plugs in to upload Viewer files to the VK1100.The LED blinks green to indicate Viewer files are being uploaded, and lights green to indicate a successful upload of Viewer files.The LED lights orange to indicate Viewer files failed to upload.
8 Controller ID Switch This 16-segment switch is used for controller ID selection.
9 Reset This semi-recessed pushbutton can be pressed to reset the VK1100's network settings.
10 Power LED Lights green when the unit is turned on.

VK1100 Rear View

No.	Component Description
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	Relay Channels Four channels; normally open, isolated relays with a contact rating of 24VDC, 2A max.
4	DC Output Ports One output provides a total power output of 12W max.
5	IR / Serial Ports Two IR ports that can also be configured as RS-232 TX ports. pin1: Signal / pin2: Ground.
6 RS	-232/422/485 Serial Ports	Two ports with supported RS-232/422/485 conversion by pin assignment and RTS/CTS flow control. The RS232, RS422, or RS485 connection is defined by pin. For pin assignments, see page 32.
7 Ethernet Port This RJ-45 port is used for the network connection. If no IP address is assigned within 30 seconds, the default IP settings will be used:IP: 192.168.0.60 / mask: 255.255.255.0
8 Grounding Terminal The grounding wire attaches here.

Rack Mounting the ATEN Control Box

VK2100

The VK2100 can be mounted in a 19" (1U) system rack. To install the device in a rack, do the following:

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.

Technical line drawing of a server rack with mounting brackets and indicator lights (no text or symbols)

1. Position the unit in the front of the rack and align the holes in the mounting brackets with the holes in the rack.

2. Screw the mounting brackets to the rack.

Isometric line drawing of a structural support frame with vertical supports and a central beam (no text or symbols)

VK1100

Optionally purchase an ATEN Rack Mount Kit to install VK1100 in a 19" (1U) system rack. To install the device in a rack, do the following:

1. Remove the side and bottom screws from the front of the VK1000.

Isometric line drawing of a rectangular electronic device with ports and connectors (no text or symbols)

1. Use the two bottom screws removed in step 1 to secure the bottom of the brackets, and two M3X6 hexagon screws (from the rack mount kit) to secure the side of the bracket to the VK1100.

1. Screw the mounting brackets to the rack.

Technical line drawing of a structural support frame with vertical columns and horizontal beams (no text or symbols)

Control Box Connections

Installation of the Control Box is a matter of connecting the appropriate wires. Refer to the installation diagrams on the pages that follow to setup each device and use the instructions below as a guide (each step provides a corresponding page with diagram for the VK2100 and VK1100), and do the following:

Connect the hardware devices to the Control Box using these instructions:

1. 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 prevent damage to the unit from surges or static electricity.

1. Use a Cat 5e/6 cable to connect the Control Box's Ethernet port to the network.

2. Set the Controller ID to the appropriate setting for this unit.

3. Use the DC Output terminals to wire 12VDC power connections using the instructions on page 24.

4. Use the Relay terminals to wire relay device connections using the instructions on page 26.

5. Use the IR/Serial (TX) terminals to wire IR or serial device connections using the instructions on page 27.

6. Use the Digital I/O terminals to wire digital Input/Output device connections using the instructions on page 29.

7. Use the RS-232 terminals to wire RS-232 serial device connections using the instructions on page 31.

8. Use the DB-9 ports to wire RS-232/422/485 serial device connections using the instructions on page 32.

9. Connect IP-based devices to the same network as the Control Box. Refer to Ethernet, page 33 for details.

Note:

• For KNX-compliant devices, connect the devices to a KNX IP interface, and then connect the KNX IP interface to the network where the Control Box is installed.

• To check if the KNX functions are supported by the Control Box, see Datapoint Types, page 211.

• Plug the power cord supplied with the package into the Control Box's 3-prong AC socket and then into an AC power source.

VK2100 Installation Diagram

graph TD
    A["Power Outlet"] --> B["Power Input"]
    C["Connect to switch or motor devices"] --> D["Relay"]
    E["Connect to digital input or digital output devices"] --> F["Digital I/O"]
    G["Controller ID Switch"] --> H["3"]
    I["Ground"] --> J["12VDC Power Output"]
    K["RS-232"] --> L["RS-232 / 422 / 485"]
    M["Ethernet"] --> N["Connect to network via Cat 5e cable"]
    O["IR / Serial"] --> P["Connect to IR or RS-232 devices"]
    Q["Connect to 12VDC power supply"] --> R["Connect to provide 12VDC power supply"]
    S["Connect to RS-232 serial devices"] --> T["Connect to RS-232 serial devices"]

VK1100 Installation Diagram

graph TD
    A["Controller ID Switch is on the VK1100's front panel."] --> B["Power Outlet"]
    B --> C["Power Input"]
    C --> D["Relay"]
    D --> E["Connect to switch or motor devices"]
    D --> F["12VDC Power Output"]
    F --> G["IR / Serial"]
    G --> H["Ground"]
    H --> I["Ethernet"]
    I --> J["Connect to network via Cat 5e cable"]
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style B fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style C fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style D fill:#fcc,stroke:#333
    style E fill:#cff,stroke:#333
    style F fill:#ffc,stroke:#333
    style G fill:#fcc,stroke:#333
    style H fill:#ffc,stroke:#333
    style I fill:#fcc,stroke:#333
    style J fill:#cff,stroke:#333

12VDC Power Output

One or four (VK1100 / VK2100) ports provide 12VDC of power with a total of 12 or 24 watts. The output can power one or four (VK1100 / VK2100) independent hardware devices, one or four (VK1100 / VK2100) loops for connected relay devices, or one or four (VK1100 / VK2100) digital output devices. If the combined current of the ports exceeds 1A (VK1100) or 2A (VK2100), the DC Power Overload LED lights orange, an alarm beeps three times and the ports are turned off. To return power to the ports, power off the Control Box, unplug all hardware connected to the 12VDC Power Output ports, power on the Control Box, and then plug in the hardware devices, one at a time, ensuring the current does not exceed 1A or 2A.

The diagrams on the next three pages show ports on the VK2100. The VK1100 is the same except that it has fewer 12VDC terminal blocks and no I/O ports.

Independent Power Supply

Relay Power Supply

graph TD
    A["4 x 12VDC Output Ports"] --> B["DC"]
    A --> C["RELAY"]
    B --> D["Output: 12V = 24W TOTAL"]
    C --> E["INPUT: 24V = MAXIMUM"]
    D --> F["Provides 12VDC power for the relay loop."]
    E --> G["Connects to"]
    G --> H["Switch, Screen, Projector Lift, Lighting, Motorized Equipment, Motion Device, etc."]
    I["Power Supply: 12VDC, 2A Max (24W shared by 4 ports)"] --> A

Digital Output Power Supply (VK2100 only)

4 x 12VDC Output Ports

graph TD
    A["Power Supply: 12VDC, 2A Max (24W shared by 4 ports)"] --> B["DC"]
    B --> C["Output: 12V = 24W TOTAL"]
    B --> D["I/O"]
    B --> E["GND"]
    B --> F["Connects to Switch, Screen, Projector Lift, Lighting and Equipment Control."]
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style B fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style C fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style D fill:#fcc,stroke:#333
    style E fill:#cff,stroke:#333
    style F fill:#ffc,stroke:#333
    style_G["Provides 12VDC power for the digital output loop."] --> H["Output: DC + - + - 4"]

Digital Output Dual Power Supply (VK2100 only)

4 x 12VDC Output Ports

graph TD
    A["1"] --> B["2"]
    B --> C["Provides connection to digital output #1."]
    C --> D["Provides connection to digital output #2."]
    D --> E["Provides 12VDC power for the digital output loop."]
    E --> F["1"]
    E --> G["2"]
    F --> H["GND"]

Relay

These four Relay channels provide connections to control hardware devices such as electric screens, projector lifts and other motorized equipment. Each relay is normally open by default.

IR / Serial

These two or four (VK1100 / VK2100) ports can be configured to connect IR and RS-232 devices. By default the ports are set to transmit IR signals. Use the ATEN Configurator software to configure the ports for RS-232 signals. The diagram below shows ports on the VK2100. The VK1100 is the same except that it has fewer terminals blocks and the Uni-directional setting is (0 to 5 V).

graph TD
    A["VK2100"] --> B["IR/SERIAL"]
    B --> C["1 S G S G 2"]
    B --> D["3 S G S G 3"]
    B --> E["4 S G S G 4"]
    F["4 x IR Ports"] --> G["TTL Level (0 to 5 V)<br>Carrier Frequency: 10kHz~455kHz"]
    H["4 x RS-232 Ports"] --> I["Uni-directional (+ -5 V)<br>Baud Rate: 300 to 115200<br>(default: 9600)<br>Data Bit: 8 (default) or 7<br>Stop Bit: 1 (default) or 2<br>Parity: None (default), Even or Odd"]
    J["Connects to"] --> K["IR: Blu-ray / DVD Player, TV,<br>Audio Receiver, Projector, etc."]
    L["RS-232: Camera, Projector,<br>Switch, Audio Mixer, Multimedia Device, etc."] --> M["Output"]

IR Connection: Connect a transmitter cable to the IR and Ground ports on the Control Box and install the IR transmitter on or near the device's IR receiving port, as shown on page 28.

Serial Connection: Connect the device's receiver (RX) and ground ports to the Serial (TX) and Ground ports on the Control Box. Next configure the same serial port setting on the Control Box and serial device so that they can communicate.

One IR Transmitter

Two IR Transmitters

graph TD
    A["IR/SERIAL 1-4"] --> B["Unidirectional IR"]
    B --> C["2 x IR Transmitters"]
    C --> D["IR/Serial DVD"]

Digital I/O

The four channels on the VK2100 can be used to connect Digital Input or Digital Output hardware devices such as switches, sensors, LEDs and relays. Each channel can be configured as either an Input (VDC), Input (Dry Contact) or Output channel.

graph TD
    A["4 x Programmable Digital Input Channels"] --> B["I/O"]
    B --> C["VDC Mode: -Input Voltage Range: 0 to 24 VDC, -Programmable Range: 1 to 24 VDC"]
    B --> D["Dry Contact Mode: -Pull-up 2k ohms to +12 VDC"]
    B --> E["Connects to: Digital Input: Switches, Sensors Monitors and Button Triggers."]

Digital Input (Dry Contact):

Digital inputs are hardware devices (switches, sensors, monitors) with two circuit signals – open and closed. These two signals provide indicators from sensors or switches of an event. An event can be the on/off power, dry contact, sensor or switch status from a device. This information is used to trigger events and functions through the VK2100.

Digital Input (VDC):

Digital input 12VDC hardware devices (temperature, current and monitor sensors) provide voltage signals between 1 and 24. A digital input port detects if a voltage is above/below a specific threshold (1 to 24). If the voltage coming from a hardware device is higher than the set value, the VK2100 will detect the digital input as high. If the voltage coming from a hardware device

is lower than the set value, the VK2100 will detect the digital input as low. This information is used to trigger events and functions through the VK2100.

Digital Output:

Digital output channels provide non-powered dry contact (open and closed) circuit control of hardware devices such as electric screens, projector lifts and other motorized equipment. Devices connected to the Digital Output port must be connected through a Relay Module, as shown below.

graph TD
    A["4 x Programmable Digital Output Channels"] --> B["Digital Output: 250 mA sink from 12 VDC"]
    B --> C["I/O"]
    C --> D["Connects to"]
    D --> E["Relay Module"]
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style B fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style C fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style D fill:#fcc,stroke:#333
    style E fill:#cff,stroke:#333

RS-232

The two bi-directional RS-232 ports on the VK2100 provide serial control of hardware devices (projectors, matrix switches, etc.) and receive status messages from the connected devices. For bi-directional RS-232 control, the transmit, receive and ground pins must be wired on both the VK2100 and hardware device. Each hardware device requires different wiring. Please consult each hardware device's manual for details.

2 x Bi-directional RS-232 Ports

graph TD
    A["SERIAL RS-232"] --> B["Baud Rate: 300 to 115200 (default: 9600)"]
    A --> C["Data Bit: 8 (default) or 7"]
    A --> D["Stop Bit: 1 (default) or 2"]
    A --> E["Parity: None (default), even or odd"]
    A --> F["Connects to Projector, Matrix Switch, Camera, etc."]

RS-232 / 422 / 485

These two or four (VK1100 / VK2100) bi-directional ports provide serial control of hardware devices (projectors, switches, etc.) with programmable pin assignments and receive status messages from the connected devices. The diagram below shows ports on the VK2100. The VK1100 is the same except that it has fewer ports.

graph TD
    A["SERIAL RS-232 / 422 / 485"] --> B["3"]
    A --> C["4"]
    A --> D["5"]
    A --> E["6"]
    B --> F["Port 1"]
    C --> G["Port 2"]
    D --> H["Port 3"]
    E --> I["Port 4"]
    F --> J["Data Bit: 8 (default) or 7"]
    G --> K["Stop Bit: 1 (default) or 2"]
    H --> L["Parity: None (default), Even or Odd"]
    I --> M["Flow Control: None (default) or RTS/CTS"]
    J --> N["Configurable by pin assignment"]
    K --> N
    L --> N
    M --> N
    N --> O["4 x Programmable Bi-directional RS-232/422/485"]
    P["Connects to Projector, Matrix Switch, Camera, etc."]

Pin Assignments

RS-232 RS-422 RS-485
Pin2: RX Pin1: RX- Pin3: D+
Pin3: TX Pin2: RX+ Pin4: D-
Pin5: GND Pin3: TX+
Pin7: RTS Pin4: TX-
Pin8: CTS Pin5: GND

Ethernet

The RJ-45 port provides an Ethernet connection for GUI access (page 53) and the ability to add up to 25 LAN devices (page 83) per Control Box or up to 8 LAN devices per Control Pad, as shown below.

graph TD
    A["Ethernet"] --> B["Ethernet Switch"]
    B --> C["ATEN"]
    C --> D["KNX IP Interface"]
    D --> E["Lighting"]
    D --> F["HVAC Systems"]
    G["1 x Ethernet Port"] --> H["The RJ-45 port is connected to the Control Box to the network and access TCP, UDP, PJLink, ONVIF, HTTP, HTTPS, and Telnet devices."]
    G --> I["If the network switch does not support DHCP, the installed device will adopt the default IP address, 192.168.0.60"]
    H --> J["ONVIF"]
    H --> K["TCP"]
    H --> L["PJLink"]
    H --> M["Telnet"]
    H --> N["Modular Matrix Switch"]
    H --> O["Telnet"]
    O --> P["eco PDU"]
    H --> Q["UDP"]
    H --> R["HTTP HTTPS"]
    H --> S["Video Conferencing System"]

ATEN Control Pad

Panel Components

VK0100

VK0200

No.	Component Description
1	Buttons and Button LEDs	Indicate the status of the Control Pad and the assigned function, e.g. lighting or projector.When a button LED:lights orange, the Control Pad is powered on and the button is off.lights white, the Control Pad is powered on and the button is on.When all button LEDs:blink orange and white once, the Control Pad is restoring its default settings.blink orange and white repeatedly, the Control Pad is being upgraded for its firmware.
2	System LEDs Contains a	LAN and a Link LED to indicate network connection and data transmission status:LAN LED lights green to indicate that the Control Pad is connected to network.Link LED lights green to indicate that the Control Pad is actively transmitting and receiving data.
3	Reset Switch Clear all con	figuration stored in the Control Pad and resets the Control Pad's network settings to the following default settings:IP address: 192.168.0.60Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0
4	RS-232 Serial Ports Con	ect up to two RS-232 serial devices.
5	Relay Channels Connect	up to two relay devices. Relay contacts are normally open, isolated with a contact rating of 24 VDC, 1A max.
6	Digital Input Port Connect	to one digital input device that supports programmable input (1 to 5 VDC) or dry contact (pull-up 2k ohms to 5VDC).
7	Ethernet Port Connects to	an Ethernet cable to provide power and access to the network.
8	Control Pad ID Switch Def	ines the Control Pad's ID.
9	DC Power Port Connects	to a 5V DC power adapter.

Installing the Control Pads

Installation Steps

Follow the steps below to safely install the Control Pad.

VK0100

VK0200

graph TD
    A["Projector Lift"] --> B["Screen"]
    B --> C["Lighting Control"]
    C --> D["Relay"]
    D --> E["Projector Video Switch"]
    E --> F["DI"]
    F --> G["Dry Contact Device"]
    F --> H["Door Sensor"]
    I["PoE Switch"] --> J["Network"]
    K["Ethernet Cable"] --> L["Conference System"]
    M["Camera"] --> N["Projector"]
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style B fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style C fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style D fill:#fcc,stroke:#333
    style E fill:#cff,stroke:#333
    style F fill:#ffc,stroke:#333
    style G fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style H fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style I fill:#fcc,stroke:#333
    style J fill:#ffc,stroke:#333
    style K fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style L fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style M fill:#fcc,stroke:#333

1. Prepare the installation site.

a) Choose a location where cables are free of interference.
b) Prepare a recession in the wall to accommodate the Control Pad. Download a CAD diagram from the product web page.

1. Connect the Control Pad to serial, relay, and/or digital input devices using the supplied terminal blocks.

For details, see RS-232 Serial Connection, page 41, Relay Connections, page 42, Digital Input Device, page 43 respectively.

Note: To expand connection ports on the Control Pad, install ATEN Expansion Boxes.

1. To use PoE, connect the Control Pad to a PoE switch via an Ethernet cable. For details, see Ethernet, page 44.
2. If you do not have power sourcing equipment for PoE, contact your local sales representative to purchase a power adapter and then follow the steps below to prepare the power cord.

a) Cut the connector end of the power adapter.
b) Strip 5 mm (0.5 cm) off the insulation cover of the power adapter cable to expose the +5V wire and the grounding wire.
c) Insert the expose +5V wire and the grounding wire tightly into the provided 2-pin terminal block connector.

Note: Use a voltmeter to determine the polarity of an exposed wire.

d) Plug the power terminal block to the DC power port on the Control Pad.

1. Use the ID Switch to assign an ID to the Control Pad.

2. Power on all the devices. The button LEDs light orange.

3. Assemble the button caps onto the Control Pad.

a) Assemble button caps of the same row with each other.

b) From the top row, attach each row of button caps to the Control Pad by pressing on the hinges.

Caution: When removing button caps, place your fingers on the top of button caps and then press downwards, as illustrated below. Pressing upwards from the bottom may cause damages to the button caps.

Diagram of a rectangular electrical or mechanical component with internal grid structure and red arrows indicating flow or movement (no text or symbols)

1. Mount the Control Pad to the wall.

a) Secure the Control Pad to the wall with self-prepared screws.
b) Install the supplied faceplate to the Control Pad.

VK0100

Exploded view diagram of a battery pack assembly showing internal components and pin connections (no text or labels)

VK0200 (EU)

Diagram of an electrical panel assembly showing connections from a display to a box, with no visible text or symbols.

VK0200 (MK)

RS-232 Serial Connection

The two bi-directional RS-232 ports on the Control Pad provide serial control of hardware devices (projectors, matrix switches, etc.) and receive status messages from the connected devices. For bi-directional RS-232 control, the transmit, receive, and ground pins must be wired on both the Control Pad and hardware device. Each hardware device requires different wiring. Please consult each hardware device's manual for details.

2 x Bi-directional RS-232 Ports

graph TD
    A["SERIAL RS-232"] --> B["Baud Rate: 300 to 115200 (default: 9600)"]
    A --> C["Data Bit: 8 (default) or 7"]
    A --> D["Stop Bit: 1 (default) or 2"]
    A --> E["Parity: None (default), even or odd"]
    A --> F["Connects to Projector, Matrix Switch, Camera, etc."]

Relay Connections

These four Relay channels provide connections to control hardware devices such as electric screens, projector lifts and other motorized equipment. Each relay is normally open by default.

Digital Input Device

The digital input port on the Control Pad can be used to install a digital input device such as a switch or a sensor. The digital input channel can be configured to the VDC mode or the Dry Contact mode.

graph TD
    A["I/O 1 GND"] --> B["Connects to Digital Input: Switches, Sensors, Monitors, or Button"]
    C["1 x Programmable Digital Input Channel"] --> D["Digital Input: VDC Mode: -Input Voltage Range: 0 to 5 VDC, -Programmable Range: 1 to 5 VDC"]
    C --> E["Dry Contact Mode: -Pull-up 2k ohms to +5 VDC"]

Digital Input (Dry Contact):

Digital inputs are hardware devices (switches, sensors, monitors) with two circuit signals – open and closed. These two signals provide indicators from sensors or switches of an event. An event can be the on/off power, dry contact, sensor or switch status from a device. This information is used to trigger events and functions through the Control Pad.

Digital Input (VDC):

Digital input 5VDC hardware devices (temperature, current and monitor sensors) provide voltage signals between 1 and 5. A digital input port detects if a voltage is above/below a specific threshold (1 to 5). If the voltage coming from a hardware device is higher than the set value, the Control Pad will detect the digital input as high. If the voltage coming from a hardware device is lower than the set value, the Control Pad will detect the digital input as low. This information is used to trigger events and functions through the Control Pad.

Ethernet

The RJ-45 port provides an Ethernet connection for GUI access (page 53) and the ability to add up to 8 LAN devices (page 83) per Control Pad, as shown below.

graph TD
    A["Ethernet"] --> B["Ethernet Switch"]
    B --> C["ATEN"]
    C --> D["KNX IP Interface"]
    D --> E["Lighting"]
    D --> F["HVAC Systems"]
    G["1 x Ethernet Port"] --> H["The RJ-45 port is used to connect the Control Box to the network and access TCP, UDP, PJLink, ONVIF, HTTP, HTTPS, and Telnet devices."]
    G --> I["If the network switch does not support DHCP, the installed device will adopt the default IP address, 192.168.0.60"]
    C --> J["ONVIF"]
    C --> K["TCP"]
    C --> L["PJLink"]
    C --> M["Telnet"]
    C --> N["Modular Matrix Switch"]
    C --> O["Telnet"]
    O --> P["eco PDU"]
    C --> Q["UDP"]
    C --> R["HTTP HTTPS"]
    C --> S["Video Conferencing System"]

Accessories

ATEN Expansion Box

ATEN Expansion Boxes (sold separately) provide additional ports for a flexible expansion of the ATEN Control System. This allows you to add and control additional devices in an environment where more devices are required. With the advantage of an Ethernet-based connection, the expansion boxes are easily connected to the ATEN controller via a LAN connection from a variety of locations across a network. The diagram below provides an example of the VK224 4-Port Serial Expansion Box setup.

graph TD
    A["Control Box"] --> B["Network"]
    B --> C["Controller ID"]
    B --> D["Expander ID"]
    B --> E["RS-232/422/485"]
    B --> F["LAN"]
    B --> G["1"]
    B --> H["2"]
    B --> I["3"]
    B --> J["4"]
    B --> K["Power Distribution Unit"]
    B --> L["Video Matrix Projector Camera"]
    B --> M["Serial Devices"]
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style B fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style C fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style D fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style E fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style F fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style G fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style H fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style I fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style J fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style K fill:#fcc,stroke:#333
    style L fill:#fcc,stroke:#333
    style M fill:#fcc,stroke:#333

Note:

• To add and configure ATEN Expansion Boxes, see The Device Configuration List, page 83 and Expander, page 84.
  ◆ The available Expansion Box models include:

Model Description

VK224 4-Port Serial Expansion

VK236 6-Port IR/Serial Expansion Box

VK248 8-Channel Relay Expansion Box

ATEN Keypad

The ATEN Keypad mounts to a wall to provide control of hardware through a Control Box. The setup of the Keypad to the Control System can be illustrated as follows:

Note:

◆ The following Keypad models are available:

Model Description

VK108US 8-Button Keypad (US, 1 Gang)

VK112EU 12-Button Keypad (EU, 2 Gang)

- You can have your Keypad buttons customized with text engraving. To make the order, go the this link:

https://www.aten.com/ext_data/global_en/VK_Keypad_Engraving_Service/aten_keyypad.html

Installation

To install the Keypad, follow the steps below:

1. Make sure you have created and uploaded a control interface (Viewer) for the Keypad and uploaded the Viewer to the Control Box. For details, see Design, page 94.

2. Prepare the installation site.

a) Choose a location where cables are free of interference.

b) Prepare a recession in the wall based on the following dimensions.

VK108US

VK112EU

1. Adjust the keypad ID switch (blue) to assign an ID number for the Keypad.

2. Adjust the Control Box ID switch (black) to specify the ID number of the Control Box which the Keypad will work with. One ATEN Control Box can work with up to 8 Keypads.

3. Connect the Keypad to LAN using an Ethernet cable to provide network connectivity and power.

Note: PoE is only supported if a power sourcing equipment is installed.

1. If you do not have a power sourcing equipment to supply power through the Ethernet cable, follow the steps below to prepare the power adapter and then plug it to the Keypad.

Note: Optionally purchase an ATEN power adapter for this application.

a) Cut the connector end of the power adapter cable.
b) Strip 0.5 cm off the insulation cover of the power adapter cable to expose the two wires, the +5V wire, and the grounding wire.
c) Insert the exposed wires into the supplied 2-pin terminal block.

Note: To determine the wire polarity, use a voltmeter.

1. The LAN and Link LEDs light green to indicate that the Keypad successfully links to the assigned Control Box.

Note:

• Make sure that the Keypad is in the same subnet with its assigned Control Box.

• The Keypad adopts the default IP address 192.168.0.60 if the network switch does not support DHCP. To configure the IP address, log in the web interface using the default IP address and the default password (password).

• Secure the Keypad to the wall.

• Follow the layout created in the profile and assemble the button caps onto the Keypad.

a) Assemble button caps of the same row with each other.

b) From the top row, attach each row of button caps to the Keypad by pressing on the hinges.

Diagram of a mechanical or electrical component with internal components and directional arrows (no text or symbols)

Caution: When removing button caps, place your fingers on the top of button caps and then press downwards, as illustrated below. Pressing upwards from the bottom may cause damages to the button caps.

Pure electrical circuit lines without any symbols

1. Attach the faceplate to the Keypad.

VK108US

VK112EU

Exploded view diagram of a device showing internal components and assembly (no text or labels)

Component

The VK108US and VK112EU Keypads share the same hardware layout. For demonstration purpose, VK112EU is used as an example below.

No.	Component Description
1 Buttons VK108US		The Keypad can be customized up to 14 different layouts using 4 to 8 buttons. VK112EU The Keypad can be customized up to 125 different layouts using 6 to 12 buttons.
2 Button LEDs A button LED:		Lights orange to indicate the power is on.Lights white to indicate the Keypad is in operation.Blinks orange and white to indicate that firmware upgrade is in progress.
3 System LED Indicators		LAN: lights green to indicate that the Keypad is connected to LAN.Link: lights green to indicate that the Keypad is connected to the assigned Control Box.
4 Reset Pushbutton Press to reset the Keypad to its default network settings.
5 DC Power Plug a power adapter into this DC power input.
6 Keypad ID Switch (blue) Sets the ID of the keypad (1~8).
7 Control Box ID Switch (black)		Sets the ID of the Control Box (1 ~ 16).
8 LAN Port		◆ Connects the Keypad to LAN◆ Supplies power (PoE) if a power sourcing equipment is installed.

Layout Examples

VK108US

The Control Box can be configured over a standard TCP/IP connection via its built-in Graphical User Interface (GUI). Because it can be accessed from anywhere over a network or the Internet, operators can easily log in via a web browser. The web interface can be used to upload licenses, set the access key, enable monitors and update the firmware.

Logging In

To access the GUI, type the IP address of the Control Box 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 default IP address is http://192.168.0.60
- The default access key is: password
- Only one user can log in at a time
◆ Supports Internet Explorer browsers IE9 and higher

Dashboard

The Dashboard appears when you successfully log in to the Control Box. The Dashboard gives a quick view of each setting and provides a link to each page. Click Manage to configure the settings.

The top bar provides two options:

Click to enter the Settings page.

Click to Logout of the web session.

Settings

The Settings page contains tabs to provide options to configure the Control Box. The page is divided into two parts, the Interactive Display Panel which is used to configure the options and the Top Bar which provides icons to exit the settings page and log out of the web session.

The Settings page opens on the General tab, as shown below:

The General tab provides settings and information about the Control Box, as described in the table below.

Controller Info Provides network and identification information pertaining to the Control Box.◆ Device Name: Sets the device name.◆ Controller ID: Displays the Control Box ID # set on the rear of the unit.◆ IP Address: Provides the IP address of the Control Box.◆ MAC Address: Provides the hardware MAC address of the Control Box.

Date & Time Provides two options to set the date and time:◆ Time Zone: To establish the time zone for the Control Box, use the drop-down menu and choose the city that most closely corresponds to where it is located.◆ Set Manually: Use the drop-down menus to manually set the Date (Year/Month/Day) and Time (Hour:Minute:Second).

Firmware Displays

the Current Firmware version and option to upgrade.ClickUpdate Firmwareto open theFirmware Upgradewindow.ClickBrowseto select the firmware upgrade file.WhenCheck FW Versionis selected, the system will check the current firmware version against the one being used to upgrade the Control Box. If the device version is higher than the upgrade version a dialog box informs you and gives you the option to continue or cancel.After the file has been selected, clickUpdateto start the firmware upgrade.

Licenses for Mobile Control

A license is a software permit that an ATEN controller grants to a mobile device when the mobile device connects to the ATEN controller for remote control. If you have three licenses for a VK2100 device, you can operate up to three mobile devices at the same time. Refer to the table below for the number of free licenses with which each model of controllers is equipped and the maximum number of licenses each controller supports. To purchase additional copies of license, contact your local sales representative.

Licenses	ATEN Control Box (VK1100 / VK2100)	ATEN Control Pad (VK0100 / VK0200)
No. of free licenses 2 0
Maximum no. of licenses	10 10

You can use the Licenses tab to:

• Find out the total number of licenses, the number of licenses that are available, and those that are in use
  ◆ Upload licenses to the ATEN controller
  ◆ View license information

Licenses	◆ In Use: displays the number of licenses being used by mobile devices.◆ Not in Use: displays the number of licenses available for use.◆ Total shows the number of licenses purchased for use on the Control Box.
Update License	Clicking Add opens the Add License window to upload new licenses to the Control Box. Click Browse to locate the license file and Add to upload the license(s).
Remove	When a device is accessing the Control Box you can click the Remove button to disconnect the session.

Storage

The Storage tab displays information about the space available for storing viewer profiles on the Control Box.

Storage This section shows a graph displaying the percentage of space available on the Control Box to upload viewer profiles, as well as:♦ Space Used: The amount of space currently being used to store viewer profiles uploaded to the Control Box.♦ Space Available: The amount of space currently available to store viewer profiles on the Control Box.♦ Total Space: The total amount of space available to store viewer profiles on the Control Box.

Existing Viewer This section lists all the viewer profiles that are currently stored on the Control Box with their name and assigned room. Click Remove to delete a single viewer profile or Remove All to delete all viewer profiles from the Control Box.

Access

This tab allows you to configure the access key (password) of the ATEN controller's web interface and to set a validity period of accessing the ATEN Control System using an activation key.

Access Key The access key is the password that is required to do the following:

• Log in the ATEN controller's web interface.
  ◆ Upload projects and Viewers from Configurator to ATEN controller (page 157).
  Download Viewers from ATEN controller to mobile devices using ATEN Control System App (page 205).

The following settings are available:

• Current Access Key, New Access Key, Confirm Access Key: Use these three fields to set or change the access key. The default access key is password.
  Show on dashboard: Select this option to show the access key setting on the Dashboard tab.
• Enable Viewer Access Key: Select this option to request for the access key when uploading projects or Viewer profiles to the ATEN controller or downloading Viewers to mobile devices. Once enable, you can also configure this setting from the Dashboard tab.

Activation Key The

activation key is a string of letters and numbers used to assign a validity period of accessing the ATEN Control System.To set up a validity period for accessing the ATEN Control System:1. Select Your access to ATEN Control System will expire in and type the number of days.2. Type an activation key. Follow the guidelines below when creating your activation key:Max number of characters: 32Allowed characters: uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and underscoreMax. number of days: 999 days3. Type the activation key again to confirm.4. Click Save. The limit is immediately applied. For example:[IMAGE]Note: Keep the activation key somewhere secure because it cannot be recovered. In case you forget the activation key, press the reset button/switch for 8 seconds to set the ATEN controller to default. This will reset all configuration of the controller to default and remove any projects and Viewers stored on the ATEN controller.To disable the validity period, click Enter Activation Key to type the activation key provided by the system integrator.

Monitor

The Monitor tab allows you to view and enable the monitors that have been configured for Flags and digital input devices in the VK6000 software. Check the Show on dashboard box to show the Monitor settings on the Dashboard. Click the slide bar next to the monitor you want to enable or use the drop-down menu to select All On or All Off.

For more information about creating monitors, see Library, page 134.

Network

The Network tab allows you to view and configure the Control Box's network settings. Select Manually to set a static IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway, or Use DHCP to have the server assign an IP address to the Control Box.

Note: Make sure to set the ATEN controller's IP address and Default Gateway to the same subnet.

Connections

The Connections tab allows you to view the connection statuses and IP addresses of licensed devices, ATEN Keypads, and ATEN Expansion Boxes.

Schedule

The Schedule tab lists scheduled events predefined using the ATEN Configurator. You can use this tab to do the following:

• Enable or disable scheduled events.
  ◆ Enable or disable scheduled days

For details on setting up scheduled events, see Scheduled Events, page 151.

Security

The Security tab allows you to secure the browsing sessions between your computer and the ATEN controller's web interface using SSL encryption. Purchase and obtain an SSL certificate from a trusted certifying authority and click Upload in this page to apply the certificate.

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Overview

The ATEN Configurator (VK6000) is a GUI-based management tool that helps you set up and configure the connected hardware and create control interfaces to be used by mobile devices and ATEN Keypads.

Installation

To install the ATEN Configurator software, do the following:

1. Download ATEN Configurator.

a) Visit the ATEN download page. http://www.aten.com/global/en/support-and-downloads/downloads/
b) Search for “VK6000”. A list of downloads for VK6000 appear.
c) Click ATEN_configurator_software_x.x.xxx.zip to download.

1. Open the downloaded zip file and double-click

ATEN_configurator_software_x.x.xxx.exe to run the setup. This screen appears.

3. Click Next. This screen appears.

4. If you agree with the License Agreement, select I accept the terms of the license agreement, and click Next. Click Print to print the Software End User License Agreement. This screen appears.

1. To change the destination location, click Change. Click Next to proceed using the default location. This screen appears.

1. Click Install. When the process is complete, a confirmation message appears.

1. Click Finish.

Getting Started Tasks

After you have installed and launched the ATEN Configurator, the Main Page (page 72) appears. You will be guided to create and configure a project using the 4 tabs in the Configurator's interface, as illustrated below.

Hint: You can click the tabs to switch among different pages for configuration.

The steps below provides an overview of the getting started tasks.

1. In the Project tab, do the following.

◆ Provide information on the ATEN controller that you have set up.
- (Optional) Provide client information for the specified ATEN controller.
- Click Add Controller if you have more than one controller in the environment.

For more details, see Project, page 79.

Click Start Project to proceed.

1. In the Device tab, do the following.

2. Connect each controller with its managed devices by adding them to the controller's Device Configuration list, enter the connection settings, and specify the physical locations.

3. (Optional) Add another controller and/or Expansion Box to the project by clicking Add Controller or Expander.
4. Connect the Extension Box with its managed devices by adding them to the Extension Box’s Device Configuration list.

For more details, see Device, page 81.

Click Design or the Viewer tab to proceed.

1. In the Design tab, do the following.

2. Create and configure a control interface (Viewer). For more information, see Design, page 94.

3. (Optional) Set up scheduled events to automatically carry out specified actions.
   ♦ (Optional) Add additional conditions and actions to buttons using Flags. For details, see Flag, page 135.
4. (Optional) Create a sequence of actions for a button by creating a Macro. For details, see Macro, page 149.

5. (Optional) Create a Synced Variable for a device setting that is controlled by two or more components in one control interface. For details, see Synced Variables, page 152.

6. In the Upload tab, upload this profile to the controller. For details, see Upload, page 157.

Main Page

Double-click the Configurator.exe shortcut to open the ATEN Configurator software. The Project page appears:

1	Menu bar	The Menu Bar contains categories with options that pertain to different sections of the software. Menu bar items are listed on page 73.
2	Project Bar	The Project Bar contains four tab and the Library icon. Each tab relates to a step required to setup the project profile. Each step and the Library can be selected by clicking on the bar. Each step is discussed, starting on page 79, and the Library on page 86.
3	Interactive Display Panel This	is the main work area. The page that appears here reflects the project tab that is selected.
4	Library The Library contains the devices, graphic, flag, macro, and monitor databases. Each section allows you to add custom items or choose from ready made selections.
5	Toggle Bar These three icons	are used as a toggle to show or hide the right, left and bottom control panel.
6	Simulator The Simulator button	is used to test a viewer's interface after it has been created in Design. The simulator allows you to tryout the interface as it would work on a mobile device but without actually controlling devices. Use the mouse to click through the page links.

Menu Bar

Use the Menu Bar to select options in each project tab. The table below provides a description of each menu item.

Menu Sub-Menu Description
File New Project Select to create a new project.
Open Project Select to browse and open a previously saved project.
Restore Project from Controller Downloads a previously backed up project from a controller.
Close Closes the current project and returns to the Project tab.
Save Select to save changes to the current project.
Save as Use this option to save the project as a different name.
Export Viewer to USB(Not supported by ATEN Control Pad)	Exports viewers and an access key to a USB drive. After exporting the data onto a USB drive, plug the USB drive into the Control Box's USB port to upload the viewer files and the access key. These files can only be read by the Control Box and are not project files that can be opened by the ATEN Configurator software.
Project Report Click to save a PDF file that contains detailed information about each part of the current project.
Import ETS Project Import an ETS project file for your KNX devices.
Recent Projects Select to view a list of recent projects that can be clicked on to open.
Exit Select to close the project and exit.

Menu Sub-Menu Description
Edit Undo	Select to undo a change when editing a viewer page in Create & Design Viewer.
	Redo Select to redo a change when editing a viewer page in Create & Design Viewer.
	Cut/Copy/Paste Select to cut, copy or paste text and objects when editing a viewer page in Create & Design Viewer. When used to copy and paste a button, both the General and Action properties are copied (see page 112).
	Paste Graphic Only Select to paste a button's image but not its Action properties in Create & Design Viewer.
	Delete Select to delete highlighted text and images when editing a page in Create & Design Viewer.
	Delete Action Only Select to delete the Action properties of a button in Create & Design Viewer.
	Select All / Deselect All Use either option to select or deselect all objects when editing a viewer page in Create & Design Viewer.
	Preferences Display	Language	Use to select the language for the interface.
		SSH Destination	Click to choose the location of the executable for the SSH Client software. To execute the program, go to the menu bar and select Tools → SSH Client.
		Interface Check	Check a box to enable the feature described below:Show Welcome Page: displays the Welcome screen when the ATEN Configurator software opens.Auto Page Creation: automatically creates a viewer page in Create Viewer & Design, for every hardware device that is configured in Select Device & Configuration.Show Password: displays the characters of the access key in the Edit Access Key dialog box.Automatically check for updates: automatically checks for updates and notify the user when an update is available.
Menu	Sub-Menu	Description
View	These options are available from Create Viewer & Design → Edit Viewer.
	Zoom Zooms the viewer page to 25%, 50%,75%, 100%, 200% or Fit in Window.Note: A mouse wheel can be used to zoom the viewer page in or out.
	Project Information Select to go to	Project Information.
	Device Configuration Select to go to	to Select Device &Configuration.
	Viewer Design Select to go to Create Viewer & Design.
	Project Upload Select to go to Search & Upload.
	Properties Select to show/hide the Properties window when editing a viewer page.
	Align to Grid Select to automatically align objects with the grid. This places objects in perfect alignment with the grid dots when they are moved. Use Show Grid to display the grid dots. When Align to Grid is not selected, objects can be placed anywhere on the page.
	Show Grid Select to display the grid dots on the page. Use with the Align to Grid option to set objects in perfect alignment on the page.
Object These options are available from Create Viewer & Design → Edit Viewer.
Object PowerPoint Control Template Adds a			PowerPoint Control template to the Viewer. This control template is used to control PowerPoint files saved in a target computer.
Menu Sub-Menu Description
Object Make Same Size Width	Resizes two or more selected objects to the same width of the object that is selected last.
	Height Resizes two or more selected objects to the same height of the object that is selected last.
	Both Resizes two or more selected objects to the same width and height of the object that is selected last.
	Space Evenly Across Page Width	Spaces two or more selected objects evenly across the width of the page.
	Across Page Height	Spaces two or more selected objects evenly across the height of the page.
	Between Objects Horizontally	Adjusts the horizontal space between three or more selected objects to the average distance between each of the selected objects.
	Between Objects Vertically	Adjusts the vertical space between three or more selected objects to the average distance between each of the selected objects.
Tools Database Generator Opens the ATEN		Database Generator which is used to manually add and configure hardware devices. This is where you can create custom devices to add to My Device Library. See ATEN Database Generator, page 159, for details.
		Simulator The Simulator is used to test a viewer's interface after it has been created in Design. The simulator allows you to tryout the interface as it would work on a mobile device but without actually controlling devices. Use the mouse to click through the page links.
		SSH Client This runs the SSH Client software selected under Edit → Preferences → SSH Destination. The SSH Client is used to communicate with the Control Box.
Windows	New Page Click to create a new viewer page or select a page to open in Create Viewer & Design.

Menu Sub-Menu Description
Help About Provides the firmware version and support information for the Configurator software.
Check for Updates Checks if ATE N Configurator is up-to-date.

Project

The Project tab allows you to enter details about the installation to start the project. Enter the information using the table below as a guide.

Name Enter the project name you are setting up. You can create multiple projects but for most installations only one project is required.
Add Controller Click to add Control Boxes to the project. The number added should equal the number of Control Box units being installed. A project can have up to 16 Control Boxes. A Controller is the software link to the Control Box being installed.
Controller ID Displays the Controller ID for the Control Box in the project. Use the Controller ID in the project to set the Controller ID Switch on the rear of the Control Box. The device configuration and viewer profile will be uploaded to the controller set with the same ID.
ATEN Controller Type	Select the Control Box model you are installing.
Number of Rooms	Enter the number of rooms each Control Box will control. Each hardware device you add will be associated with a room. When buttons are configured in the Design tab, you can select a Room under Button Action to filter the Device list so that only hardware in that room appears. This link between the Control Box, devices and room is how the viewer profile knows which devices to control.
Name Enter the client name associated with the project.
Address Enter the client address associated with the project.
Phone Enter the client phone number associated with the project.
Remove Controller	Click to delete a Control Box from the project.
Start Project	Click to begin configuring hardware devices. The Select Device & Configuration tab will open.

Device

The Device tab is used to configure Control Box ports according to the connected hardware device.

Device Configuration	This section lists the ports for each Control Box. Select a Controller, Expander or Room in the left sidebar to display the ports. Each port needs to be configured according to the hardware device connected to it (see page 81).
Left Sidebar This section	on lists the Controllers, Expanders and Rooms. Use the sidebar to add a Control Box, Expander or Room. When a port is configured with a device, the device appears listed below the room on the sidebar (see page 84).
Library	Click this icon to open the Library on the Device Library tab which contains a database of hardware devices that are used to configure VK2100 ports (see page 86).
Properties	The Properties section displays information about the selected controller, port or room (see page 84).

Adding Devices to ATEN Configurator

Add the devices managed by the controller to the Device Configuration list and configure their settings.

◆ To add KNX devices, follow the steps below:

1. Click File and then Import ETS Project. The configurations for your KNX devices appear in the Controller tab on the left-side bar.

2. In the Controller tab, click on KNX IP Interface and type its IP address and port in the Properties column.

- To add a device that is not KNX compliant, follow the steps below:

1. In the Device Configuration list, select a port by clicking an entry or click Add More Devices to create a new entry.

2. Click Library to find the device you want to add and double-click the entry to add the device. Proceed to the next step if the device is not in the Library.

3. Create a device using the built-in Database Generator.

a) Follow the steps in Edit / Add New Device, page 163 to create the device.

b) In the Library window, click Library and select My Device Library.

c) Double-click the device you just created to add it to the Device Configuration list.

The Device Configuration List

The Device Configuration page lists the Control Box ports by type. Click a port to view its Properties (page 84). Double-click a port to open the ATEN

Device Library and search for the hardware device to configure the port.

Configure each port according to the hardware device connected to it.

Device Configuration
VK2100-ID01
Type	Device	Mode	Room
Serial 1	None	RS232	Room-1
Serial 2	None	RS232	Room-1
Serial 3	None	RS232	Room-1
Serial 4	None	RS232	Room-1
Serial 5	None	RS232	Room-1
Serial 6	None	RS232	Room-1
I/O 1	None	Output	Room-1
I/O 2	None	Output	Room-1
I/O 3	None	Output	Room-1
I/O 4	None	Output	Room-1
IR 1	None	IR	Room-1	+ Add More Devices
IR 2	None	IR	Room-1	+ Add More Devices
IR 3	None	IR	Room-1	+ Add More Devices
IR 4	None	IR	Room-1	+ Add More Devices
Relay 1	None		Room-1
Relay 2	None		Room-1
Relay 3	None		Room-1
Relay 4	None		Room-1
Ethernet 1	None		Room-1	+ Add More Devices

Type Lists the VK210	0 port type and number.
Device Lists the device name entered in Properties.
Mode Lists the port's	communication mode. Click an arrow to select options:♦ Serial: RS232, RS422, or RS485♦ I/O: Input (VDC), Input (Dry Contact) or Output♦ IR: IR or RS232
Room Lists the room	selected for a device. The rooms available depend on the number of rooms added to the controller. No drop-down menu appears if there is only one room. Each controller must have at least one room. Select the room where the device is installed.
+ Add More Devices	RS422, RS485, LAN and IR ports can cascade additional devices that are connected to the first unit. IR ports can cascade 1 device, RS422 and RS485 ports can cascade up to 2 devices and LAN ports can cascade up to 25 devices.

Left Sidebar

Controller

The Left Sidebar provides a tree view of the controllers, expanders and rooms. Each controller represents a Control Box with the room(s) it manages. Selecting a controller allows you to configure its ports. When a port is configured for a device, it appears listed under the Room.

Each controller must have one room. When installing multiple Control Boxes in one room, add a room with the same name to each controller.

Each controller name ends with an ID number: VK2100-ID01. Use this number to set the Controller ID Switch on the rear of the Control Box. This links the controller in the software to the Control Box being installed.

Right-click a controller to Add Room or Delete Controller.

Room

Rooms are associated with a controller and the viewer profile so that the information is uploaded to the correct Control Box to control the hardware devices.

Right click a room to Delete or Rename the room.

Use the buttons at the bottom of the sidebar to Add Room.

Expander

ATEN Expansion Boxes connect over a network to add ports to the Control Box via its Ethernet port. Clicking Add Controller or Expander opens a window which allows you to select a device to add:

Library

The Project Bar provides the Library option. Use the Device Library tab (shown right) to configure VK2100 ports according to the hardware device connected to it. The Device Library provides an extensive database of hardware devices that can be double-clicked or drag and dropped into the Device Configuration page to configure the VK2100 ports. The Device Library is discussed on the next page.

Device Library

The Device Library tab is a database of hardware devices that instantly configure VK2100 ports. Search the library for the device connected to a VK2100 port then add it to configure the port. For devices not in the library, use the ATEN Database Generator to create custom hardware (see page 159). Click Library on the Project bar or double-click a port on the Device Configuration page to open the ATEN Device Library.

• Add a device by clicking Add to Project or by drag & drop.
• To search for a device type keywords into the box and click
• Click a tab to filter by All, Serial, DO, IR, Relay or Ethernet.
• Click headings to sort by Brand, Device Type, Model or Version.
  ◆ Use the drop-down menu to select:

♦ ATEN Device Library – ATEN’s database of hardware devices.
- My Device Library – Devices added from the Database Generator.
- Create Device – Opens the Database Generator to create custom hardware devices for My Device Library (page 159).

Properties

The Properties sidebar displays information and settings for the selected device. The information available depends on the device or port selected.

◆Name: Displays the device name and allows you to edit it.
- Add Device: Adds devices. You can use either of the following methods to add devices:
- Type the device name in the Name field and click Add Device.

- Click the arrow button (following the Add Device button) and select add device from library to open the device library. Double-click a device to bring in its information and settings.

◆Category: Displays the category of the selected device.

◆Brand: Displays the brand of the selected device.

◆Model: Displays the model of the selected device.

◆Version: Shows the firmware version selected for the device. Use the drop-down menu to select a different firmware version. Click the menu box next to the version number to open a PDF with the version history. The version history and different versions for a device can be manually added/updated via the Database Generator (see step 3 of Edit / Add New Device, page 163).

- Connecting Settings: Configure the parameters for the selected serial or Ethernet devices. For details, see Serial Device, page 88 and Ethernet Device, page 88 respectively.

◆ Advanced Settings: Click Advanced and use the Delay Interval drop-down menu to set a timed delay for each command before it is sent to the device.

■ Connection Settings

- Serial Device

Provides drop-down menus to configure the Baud Rate, Data Bit, Stop Bit, Parity and Flow Control settings. Configure these options to match the serial device settings. Click Advanced to configure to

Click Advanced to configure the following parameters.

Delay Interval	Use the Delay Interval drop-down menu to set a time delay for each command before they are sent to the device.
Feedback Timeout Sets the duration for receiving a feedback from the serial device before the controller times the session out.

I/O Device

Two drop-down menus appear for Input (VDC) ports: Lower Threshold and Upper Threshold. Set the thresholds according to the hardware device you are connecting and then configure a Monitor (see page 137).

- Ethernet Device

These options allow you to configure the settings for a PJLINK, TELNET, UDP, ONVIF, TCP, HTTP, HTTPS device. Select the Protocol Type and then enter the IP Address, Port, Username and/or Password as required by the option you select. Each Control Box can add 25 LAN devices that connect through the Ethernet port. Use the Protocol Type drop-down menu to select:

- PJLINK – allows control of data projectors over a network using the PJLink protocol. Enter the IP Address, Port and Password of the LAN projector or device used to control the projector.

- TELNET – allows control of a LAN device via telnet commands. Enter the IP Address, Port, Username and Password of the telnet controlled LAN device. Use the Advanced Telnet options to configure the following parameters:

Delay Interval	Use the Delay Interval drop-down menu to set a time delay for each command before they are sent to the device.
Delay after login Sets a delay (to allow a connection to be established) before the First and Second Commands are sent to the device.
Send command after connection	Select the Format and enter a First and Second Command to send to the device after a successful connection has been established.
Automatically reconnect if no return message is received	Check this box if you want to continue reconnection attempts when no return message is received from the device.

- ONVIF – allows use of the ONVIF protocol which allows video from devices to be controlled and displayed through the ATEN Control System App. Enter the IP Address, Username and Password of the ONVIF device you are adding. Use the Advanced ONVIF options to configure Delay Interval:

Delay Interval

Use the Delay Interval drop-down menu to set a time delay for each command before they are sent to the device.

- TCP – allows control of a TCP LAN device. Enter the IP Address and Port of the device you are adding. Use the Advanced TCP options to configure the following parameters:

Delay Interval	Use the Delay Interval drop-down menu to set a time delay for each command before they are sent to the device.
Delay after login Sets a delay (to allow a connection to be established) before the First and Second Commands are sent to the device.
Send command after connection	Select the Format and enter a First and Second Command to send to the device after a successful connection has been established.
Automatically reconnect if no return message is received	Check this box if you want to continue reconnection attempts when no return message is received from the device.

- UDP – allows control of UDP-compliant devices. Enter the IP Address and Port of the added device. Use the Advanced UDP options to configure Delay Interval:

Delay Interval

Use the Delay Interval drop-down menu to set a time delay for each command before they are sent to the device.

- HTTP(S) – allows control of HTTP or HTTPS devices. Enter the IP Address, Port, Username, and Password of the device you are adding. Specify the authentication type (Auth Type) using the dropdown list. Use the Advanced options to configure the following parameters:

Auth Type Select the	e HTTP or HTTPS authentication type that the device uses.
Delay Interval	Use the Delay Interval drop-down menu to set a time delay for each command before they are sent to the device.

■ Controller

When you select a controller from the left side bar, the properties provides a drop-down menu to set the Controller ID (ID01\~ID16). See Controller ID, page 79, for details.

■ Expander

When you select an expander (VK224, VK236, VK248) from the left side bar, the properties provides a drop-down menu to set the Expander ID (ID01\~ID08) and the option to configure the IP Address.

To add an expander, click Add Controller or Expander on the left sidebar, then use the arrow and select an ATEN Expansion Box to add. The expansion box and ports will be listed on the Device Configuration page, as shown below:

VK224-ID01
Type	Device	Mode	Room
Serial 1	None	RS232	Room-1
Serial 2	None	RS232	Room-1
Serial 3	None	RS232	Room-1
Serial 4	None	RS232	Room-1

Design

The Design tab is for creating a Viewer – the user interface that controls the hardware from a mobile device or Keypad. Create a viewer and add the pages to control the hardware according to the setup you are installing.

Viewer Settings	The Viewer Settings page appears if no viewer has been created so that you can set the Viewer Properties. The viewer properties must be set before you begin configuring the viewer's pages. When you are finished, click Done to begin designing the viewer pages. See Select Viewer, page 95, for details.
Left Sidebar The left	asidebar lists each viewer and its pages. The sidebar allows you to add viewers and pages. These options become available after clicking Done on the Viewer Settings page. See Left Sidebar, page 84, for details.
Library	Click this icon to open the Library which provides access to the Graphic (page 132), Flag (page 135), Monitor (page 137), Macro (page 149), Scheduled Event (page 151), and Synced Variables settings (page 152).
Simulator The Simulator	Simulator button is used to test a viewer's interface after it has been created. The simulator allows you to tryout the interface as it would work on a mobile device but without actually controlling devices. Use the mouse to click through the page links.
Select Viewer The	Select Viewer section allows you to configure the basic settings and type of viewer you want to create. See Select Viewer, page 95, for details.

Select Viewer

The Select Viewer page sets the basic properties for the viewer that you create. A viewer is the interface designed for a mobile device or ATEN Keypad with the pages and buttons used to control each hardware device. Use the table below to select the viewer settings, and then click Done to continue.

Select Viewer Displays the basic settings that must be selected to create a viewer profile.◆ Mobile Device: Select to create a viewer profile that will be uploaded for use on a mobile device.◆ Keypad: Select to create a viewer profile that will be used to configure buttons for a Keypad installation (see page 47).◆ Control Pad: Select to create a viewer that will be used to control a Control Pad on a mobile device.

Type Use this drop-down menu to select the mobile device that will be used to control hardware devices in a room. This sets the resolution for the viewer to fit on the mobile device's screen.Choose a Custom selection to configure a screen size with the Resolution drop-down menu below it.Note: If you select Custom Windows Device – the Windows OS has a limitation for adding buttons to the viewer pages on Windows mobile devices. See Properties, page 102, for details.

Resolution Use this	drop-down menu to set a custom screen resolution for the mobile device being used to control hardware devices. This option becomes available when you select one of the Custom selections from the Type drop-down menu. The Display Aspect Ratio menu is only provided as a reference and can not be set.
Home Page Sets the layout for the Viewer's home page:Blank: Creates a custom home page that you design from scratch.ATEN Theme 2: Creates a home page and device page templates with graphics. Each theme provides a template that can be customized into your own design.
Done / Replace	Click Done to edit the Viewer pages. When you click Edit Preferences the Replace button appears to save changes.

Left Sidebar

Viewer

The Left Sidebar provides a tree view of the Viewers and Pages. Clicking a viewer opens the Page Overview which is a layout of the viewer's pages.

Right click a viewer to Delete, Rename or Edit the viewer.

Use Add Viewer at the bottom of the sidebar to create a new viewer.

Pages

Each viewer lists the Home Page with each Viewer Page created for the viewer under it.

Clicking a Home or Viewer Page on the sidebar opens a new tab where the page can be edited.

Right-click a page to Delete, Rename, or Copy the page and paste it to another Viewer within the same or a different project file. The Copy function replicates the page's visual design without its configurations.

The Home Page cannot be deleted.

Use Add Page at the bottom of the sidebar to add a page to the viewer.

Right Sidebar

The Right Sidebar provides the Properties options which displays information and various settings for objects that are selected in the main window. The Properties sidebar will appear when a viewer page is open for editing and an object is selected. The Properties sidebar is discussed starting on page 87.

Keypad

When you select the Keypad radio button on the Select Viewer page, configuration menus appear. The four drop-down menus allow you to configure the Keypad layout and ID settings. After clicking Done, the viewer page will open allowing you to configure the Keypad's label and buttons.

Type Select the type of Keypad that you are installing.
Layout Click to define the Keypad layout. This setting should match the physical Keypad layout for the installation (see page 52 for details).
Controller ID Select the ID number of the Control Box (Controller) that the Keypad will connect through. This ID must match the controller ID Switch (black) set on the Keypad (see page 51).
Keypad ID Select the ID number to match the Keypad ID Switch (blue) set on the Keypad (see page 51). Up to 8 Keypads can connect to one Control Box.
Add Keypad	Click Add Keypad to add another Keypad that will connect to the same Control Box and control the same set of devices.
Done / Replace	Click Done to edit the Viewer page for the Keypad. When you click Edit Preferences, the Replace button appears to save changes.

Page Overview

When you select Mobile Device or Keypad on the Select Viewer page and click Done, Page Overview appears with a preview of the viewer pages that control the hardware. From here you can edit and delete pages created for the viewer profile.

Edit and add pages to design the layout that will be used to control hardware from a mobile device or keypad. Each page can be fully customized with macros and buttons to control different hardware devices and with any object, background, size, shape and color of your choice. For keypads, a layout will be automatically created allowing you to configure the labels and buttons.

Page Overview	Shows the Home Page and each Control Page that you add to the Viewer.
Duplicate	Click Duplicate to create a copy of the selected viewer and its pages. A new viewer will appear in the left sidebar.
Edit Preferences	Click Edit Preferences to enter the Select Viewer page (see page 95). This allows you to change the viewer's basic settings. To return to Page Overview, click Done.
	Click the Edit icon to customize a viewer page (see page 100).
	Click this icon to delete the viewer page. The viewer's Home Page can not be deleted.
Add Viewer	Click Add Viewer from the left sidebar to create a new viewer.
Add Page	Click Add Page from the left sidebar to add a new page to the viewer. Pages can only be added to Mobile Device viewers.
Viewer Sidebar	See Left Sidebar, page 96, for details.

Edit

Clicking the Edit icon of a viewer page (see page 98) allows you to customize the layout and design. You can add buttons*, labels, images, scroll view windows, and slider bars to the page.

Buttons can be made into a Link, Macro or Function (page 112).

Use the Library on the Project Bar to design the layout and buttons using Graphics (page 132); or configure Flags (page 135), Monitors (page 137) and Macros (page 134) for button actions. Objects can be layered, images can be imported and labels can be applied anywhere.

Note: The Windows OS has a limitation when adding buttons to viewer pages for use on Windows mobile devices. See Windows OS Button Limitation, page 101, for details.

Right click on the page to add an object: Button, Label, Image, Scroll View, Video, Slider Bar, PowerPoint Control, and Media Control Template.

- Select an object to open Properties on the right side.

• Select a button or slider bar to open Action on the bottom.
  ◆ Drag and drop objects anywhere on the page.
• Right click on an object to set Order options to layer objects.
• Click the mouse wheel to zoom the page in or out.
• Click the Library icon on the Project Bar to open the Graphic, Flag, Monitor or Macro libraries.
• Select and right-click multiple objects to Group or Align objects.
• Use the View menu options to select Show Grid and Align to Grid to set objects in perfect alignment.

Windows OS Button Limitation

When adding buttons to a viewer page for use on a Windows mobile device there is a Windows OS limitation for overlapping buttons. When two buttons are layered (A) on top of (B), the top most button (A) can not be pressed – instead (B) is activated each time. To resolve this issue, duplicate the top most button (A) and add it (C) directly under (A) and below (B) on the viewer page.

When the top button (A) is pressed, the lowest button (C) will execute the action.

Page Objects

A number appears at the top right corner of each object. The numbers are assigned in sequence, in the order that the object is added. These numbers help identify a label when configuring a Change Label (page 126) or a button when configuring a Change Button State (page 125).

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    A["PRESENTATION"] --> B["DISSCUSSION"]
    B --> C["WHEN U"]
    D["VIDEO WALL"] --> E["BLIND"]
    E --> F["PROJECTOR"]
    F --> G["CAMERA"]

Each button has a symbol in the top left corner to indicate:

◆ “A” the button’s actions are configured correctly.
◆ “!” the button’s actions need to be modified or they will not work.
- Buttons with no symbol indicate that functions have not been added to it. For details on adding functions, see Button / Slider Bar Action, page 112.

Properties

The Properties side bar provides aliment buttons for when multiple objects are selected allowing you to arrange them accordingly:

■ Page Properties

The Page properties provides an option to change the background image.

• Style – click the Normal box to import an image (*.png,*.jpg*.jpeg*.bmp) to use as the background for the page.
• Position and Size – displays the Width and Height of the page according to the Resolution set in the Viewer Properties. This option can not be changed.

■ Button Properties

The Button properties provide options to configure the appearance of a button, and the confirmation message and progress message before carrying out the associated action.

Mode

Use this drop-down menu to select one of the following button types.

• Normal – This is a button that stays the same when pressed.
• Toggle – for a button that switches between two images/colors to indicate the button status. This also splits the Commands list under

Button Action (page 112) – to provide two commands for the button: Toggle ON and Toggle OFF.

• Press and Release – for a button that switches between two images/colors when pressed and released. This splits the Commands list under Button Action (page 112) to provide two commands for the button: Press and Release.
• Long Press for a button that switches between two images/colors when pressed and released. This button continuously re-sends a command to a device as long as it is pressed, at the Interval specified (see Interval, below) and stops sending the command once the button is released.
• Use the Normal and Pressed option to set the image or color of the button according to its state.

◆ Appearance

Click the Appearance tab to configure the look of the button.

Note: The Appearance settings are applicable to all button modes.

However, the Appearance tab only exists for Normal and Toggle buttons to categorize different sets of settings.

• Name – (optional) type the text you want to use for the button (or slow double-click the button on the viewer page).

• Font – use the drop-down menu to select the font type.

• Color – use the drop-down menu to change the color of the text.

• Size – enter a number (1-200) to set the size of the text for the button.
• Format – formats text to Bold, Italic or Underline for the button.
• Alignment – click a box to align the text Right, Center or Left; and Top, Middle or Bottom within the button box.

- Style – use the drop-down menu to select the style type.

• Normal imports an image to use as the button’s standard background and click Pressed to import an image to use when the button is pressed.
• Color allows you to use drop-down menus to select the buttons color for Normal and Pressed.

• Transparency – enter a number (0-100) or use the slider-bar to set the transparency of the button.

• Send Command Every (Long Press mode buttons only) – use the drop-down menu to select the amount of time between each command that is sent (repeatedly) to the device while the button is pressed.

• Position and Size – X and Y position the button at the coordinates entered. Width and Height set the size of the button box. Click Reset Image Size to reset the button size.
• Restrict access to this button on ATEN Control System App with a password: Limit the use of the selected button by requesting a password when the button is tapped in the Viewer. To enable this function, click this option and type the password in the box below.

Note: This function is only supported by the Normal and Toggle mode buttons (page 104).

♦ Dialog

Click the Dialog tab to set up a confirmation message that displays in the viewer when the button is pressed.

Note: The Dialog settings are only available for Normal and Toggle buttons.

• Confirm the associated action with the following message when the button is pressed – Click the check box to enable this feature.
  Action – Select a button action (Toggle On or Toggle Off) to display the confirmation message.

• Content drop-down list – Select one of the following for customization.

• Background – Customize the wording for the confirmation message. Type the message in the Name field and optionally customize its font and style.

• OK – Customize the wording on the button for carrying out the associated action. Type in the Name field and optionally customize its font and style.
• Cancel – Customize the wording on the button for canceling the associated action. Type in the Name field and optionally customize its font and style.

Message

Click the Message tab to set up a progress message that displays while the associated action is being carried out.

Note: The Message settings are only available for Normal and Toggle buttons.

- Confirm the associated action with the following message when the button is pressed – Click the check box to enable this feature.

Action – Select a button action (Toggle On or Toggle Off) for displaying the progress message.
- Content drop-down list – Select one of the following for customization.

- Background – Configure the wording for the progress message. Type the message in the Name field and optionally customize its font and style.

- Progress Bar – Configure the display duration (in seconds), font, and color of the progress indicator.

■ Group Properties

You can unify the properties of two or more control components (buttons, slider bars, etc.) at the same time. Depending on the elements that your group of components have, different properties will be open for configuration. Use your mouse to drag and select the components from a page, the properties that are open for configuration appear in the Properties column.

For example, if you want to unify the text that appear on multiple buttons, drag and select these buttons and then configure their properties, as illustrated below.

■ Label Properties

The Label properties provide options to change the text formatting of a label.

• Name – enter the text you want to use for the label or slow double-click the label on the Edit page.

• Font – use the drop-down menu to select the font type.

• Color – use the drop-down menu to change the color of the text.

• Size – enter a number (1-200) to set the size of the text.
• Format– format text to Bold, Italic or Underline.
• Alignment – click a box to align the text Right, Center or Left; and Top, Middle or Bottom within the label box.

- Position and Size – X and Y position the label at the coordinates entered. Width and Height set the size of the label.

■ Properties for Slider Bars

The Slider Bar properties provide options to configure a Slider Bar. Right click on a viewer page and select Slider Bar to add a bar. A Slider Bar can control a device, link to another page, or run a macro. The Slider Bar properties are discussed on the next page.

- Mode – use the drop-down menu to select the button type:

- Basic Slider Bar for a bar where you enter the minimum and maximum values to calculate the range and levels on a slider bar, and then add one command to configure the Basic Slider Bar's action (See Slider Value, page 118). Choose options under Value to configure the slider bar's range:

• ASCII / HEX – click a radio button to select the format for the slider bar values.
  ♦ Minimum – enter the lowest level on the bar.
  ♦ Maximum – enter the highest level on the bar.
• Level – this represents the number of levels on the slider bar. You can calculate the value of each level with the formula: Maximum Value - Minimum Value / Level = Value Per Level. The Level is automatically calculated according to the Minimum and Maximum values you enter.

- Advanced Slider Bar for a bar where you set the number of levels and add a command for each level in the bar (see Level, in the table, on page 112). Choose options under Value to configure the slider bar's range:

- Level – this represents the number of levels on the slider bar. For each level you must add a separate command in the Slider Bar Action – Commands list (see Level, in the table, on page 112).

• Direction – sets the bearing of the slider bar. Options are Vertical or Horizon.

• Style – click the drop-down menus to select the Foreground Color and Background Color for the slider bar.
  Value

• String format – Specifies the string format for the managed device to ASCII or HEX.

• Minimum – Sets the minimum value of the slider bar.
  ♦ Maximum – Sets the maximum value of the slider bar.
• Level – Sets the total number of levels for the slider bar.

- Position and Size – depending on whether the bar is set Vertical or Horizontal you can use either the Size: Width or Height box to enter a number to resize the length of the slider bar.

■ Properties for PowerPoint Control Templates and Media Control Templates

Click a PowerPoint control template or a media control template to configure its position, size, and the PC that controls it.

• Position and Size – X and Y position the label at the coordinates entered. Width and Height set the size of the label.
• Select Device – Select the PC that stores the PowerPoint or media files using the drop-down list.

Button / Slider Bar Action

The Button Action is used to set what a button does when pressed. Select a button on the viewer page to configure the Button Action. Use the table below for an overview and the instructions on the next page to add Commands and Advanced Options to a button's action.

Device Lists the devices and advanced options that can be selected to add commands to the Button Action. When one is selected, commands appear in the Function list. The upper box lists hardware, the lower box Advanced Options.
Room	Select the room that the viewer will control devices in. Use this drop-down menu to select rooms in the KNX system and display KNX devices. The viewer will only upload to a Control Box configured with the same Room name (see Left Sidebar, page 84). Select All Rooms to allow the viewer to control all rooms. Selecting All Rooms will upload the viewer profile to all Control Boxes.The Accessible Room defines what Devices are available to configure new Actions in Button Properties (see page 112). Only Devices listed under the same Room (see page 84) as the viewer's Accessible Room will be listed for use in Button Properties.
Function Lists commands that can be added to the Commands list. When a device or option is selected, commands in the Function list can be added to the Commands list to configure the button's action(s).
Commands Lists the commands that will initiate when the button is pressed.Device and Advanced Option functions can be added and associated in the Commands list together. Commands initiate in the order that they are added to the list. Right-click in the Commands list to use the menu selections: Move Up, Move Down, Copy, Paste, Delete, Save as Macro, or Test Tool.
Toggle ON / Toggle OFF or Press / Release	When the Button Mode (page 104) is set to Toggle or Press and Release, the Commands list splits to set the two c commands:Toggle ON / Press – lists the commands that initiate when the button is first pressed or pressed and held.Toggle OFF / Release – lists the commands that initiate when the button is pressed a second time (Toggle), or released (Press and Release). When the button is pressed again, Toggle ON initiates and the cycle repeats.The Level drop-down menu appears when an Advanced Slider Bar is selected on the viewer page. The number of levels in the drop-down menu reflect theLevelset in theAdvancedSliderBar's properties (page 110). Use the drop-down menu to select a level and then add a command for each of the Advanced Slider Bar's levels (see page 118 for details).
	UseMove upto move an action up in the Commands list, orMovedownto move an action down in the Commands list.
	UseDeleteto remove an action from the Commands list.
	UseSave as Macroto save the commands in the Commands list as a macro.
	UseTest Toolto connect to a Control Box and test the action(s) in the Commands list.

Adding Commands

The Button Action section allows you to add and configure commands – to set what a button does when pressed. You can configure a button with Device commands (On, Off, Stop, Play, etc.); as a Macro to send multiple commands to one or more devices; or as a Link to other viewer pages. Advanced Options allow you to add conditions to the commands, as described on the next page.

To add a command to the button:

1. Under Device, select a Room and then an option.
2. Select a command from the Function list.
3. Double-click the command to add it to the Commands list.

The commands listed under Function depend on which option is selected in the Device list.

1. Use the information below to understand how each Button / Slider Bar Action section works and how to add Advanced Option to commands.

- Device – lists hardware devices and advanced options that can be selected to add commands to the Commands list. Commands appear in the Function list. Only hardware devices from the Room that is selected (via the drop-down menu) are listed here. The controller is listed first and allows you to add Special commands, as explained under Function, on page 116. In addition to hardware device commands, you can add options:

Macro – sends multiple commands to one or more devices. Select to add a macro command from the Function list. To create a macro, add multiple device actions to the Commands list, then click the Save as Macro icon or access the function by clicking the Library icon (page 134).

Link – makes the button into a link that directs you to a viewer page. Select to add a page link from the Function list. Double-click the page link in the Commands list to select a different page link.

Below lists Advanced Options that provide features to add conditions to button commands. For more information on these options, see Advanced Options, page 118.

Set Variable – creates a variable for a device setting (e.g. volume) that is controlled by two or more UI components (e.g. slider bar or buttons) in the viewer. When the device setting is changed through one of the components, its setting is automatically synced and reflected on all components. For details, see Synced Variables, page 152.

Set Flag – sets a flag value to represent the new device status when a command changes a device setting. Set Flags are added to the Commands list after device commands to change the Flag (device status).

Condition - adds one or more conditions that must be met for commands to initiate. The conditions can be based on a variable or a feedback value (setting value sent from a managed device).

- Variable conditions – Use variable conditions for the controller to carry out actions (commands) when the specified variable value meets the specified conditions. Use Variable If, Variable Else If, and/or Variable Else to fully cover all scenarios in your application. For example, if you want a display a warning message on the Viewer when the volume of a speaker is at its maximum (10 dB), you will need to: (a) Set up a variable for the speaker volume (page 152); (b) Select a Variable If condition; (c) Double-click the condition to set the variable value to 10; (d) Drag a Change Label command and nest it under the condition you selected in step (a); (e) Double-click the Change Label command to type the warning message you wish to display when the speaker volume reaches 10 db.

- Feedback conditions – Use feedback conditions for the controller to carry out actions (commands) when the specified feedback value meets the specified conditions. Use Feedback If, Feedback Else If, and/or Feedback Else to fully cover all scenarios in your application.

Note: The Else If and Else conditions can only be nested under the If conditions and can not be used on their own.

Change Button State – this command changes the image of another button when this button is pressed – allowing the image of any other button to change when the command from this button is sent. Change Button State is added to the end of the Commands lists. When adding this to a Toggle button it allows the image to switch with the toggle behavior: Normal or Pressed. In this situation the Change Button State is added to the end of both the Toggle ON and Toggle OFF Commands lists.

Change Label – this option changes a label’s text with text that you enter manually or with text from a device’s return message. A Manual Change Label can be added to the beginning or end and with a Condition in the Commands list. Adding it to a Condition guarantees the label only changes when the command initiates.

Change Group Button State – this option adds a command that changes the button selected in a Radio Group (page 76). Create a Radio Group and then a Function will be listed for it when Change Group Button State is selected. Add the Change Group Button State to the Commands list of a button and use the drop-down menu to select the button in the Radio Group you want selected.

Change Slider Bar Level – this option adds a command that changes the level of a Slider Bar (page 109). Create a Slider Bar and then a Function will be listed for it when Change Slider Bar Level is selected. Add the Change Slider Bar Level to the Commands list of a button and use the drop-down menus to select the Slider Bar and Level to change.

- Function – lists the commands that can be added to the Commands list. Select an option under Device, then double-click or drag & drop commands from the Function list to add them to the Commands list.

Associate Set Flag, Condition, Change Button State, or Change Label commands with device commands in the Commands list by dragging and dropping them into a tree view list, which allows them to initiate together (see Advanced Options, page 118).

If you select the controller from the Device list, you can add the Special commands listed below. Double-click to add, and then double-click to configure:

Delay - adds a delay in seconds. Enter a number between 0.1-180.

Relay - adds an Open, Close, Toggle or Pulse action on the selected controller and Relay port.

DO – adds an Open, Close, Toggle or Pulse action on the selected controller and Digital Output port.

Wake on LAN – powers on the specified computer (MAC address) over Ethernet.

Serial Raw (ASCII) - adds a serial command in the ASCII mode.

Serial Raw (HEX) - adds a serial command in the HEX mode.

Telnet Raw (ASCII) - adds a telnet command in the ASCII mode.

TCP Raw (ASCII) - adds a TCP command in the ASCII mode.

TCP Raw (HEX) - adds a TCP command in the HEX mode.

UDP Raw (ASCII) - adds a UDP command in the ASCII mode.

UDP Raw (HEX) - adds a UDP command in the HEX mode.

HTTP – adds an HTTP command.

HTTPS – adds an HTTPS command.

- Commands – lists the commands that initiate when the button or slider bar is used. They can include Device Commands (on, off, switch, change setting or volume, etc.) and Conditions (Flag, Feedback) that must be met before a command can initiate; or Changes (Set Flag, Change Button State, Change Label, Change Group Button State, or Change Slider Bar Level) that initiate with device commands.

When a device command has multiple values you can double-click it and use the Show Flag Menu* to select a device setting.

Library Value – use the drop-down menu to

select a device setting for the command. The selection of settings in the drop-down menu can be modified using the Database Generator to edit the command string (see Edit / Add New Device, page 163).

Flag Variable – clicking this button allows a Flag

with a set of values to be selected for the action. The button's action

will select a setting according to the Flag value. Each value in a Flag can be set to a different device using a Set Flag (as a button to select the device). When that (Set Flag) button is pressed, the Flag value is set for that particular device, and will be used as the setting for this action, when it's button is pressed.

Slider Value

Slider Value - select this option to configure a Basic Slider Bar's command. The range and change levels are automatically configured according to the minimum and maximum values set for the Basic Slider Bar (page 109). This option only appears when a Basic Slider Bar is selected on the viewer page and you are adding Slider Bar Action commands.

Note: The Show Flag Menu allows you to use a single Flag for all devices rather than adding a Conditional Flag for each device.

Level 1

Level - When an Advanced Slider Bar is selected on a viewer page, the Level drop-down menu appears above the Commands list. A command must be added to each level of an Advanced Slider Bar. To configure each level, use the drop-down menu to select a level and then add a command to it.

Advanced Options

Advanced Options allow you to include conditions with commands in the Commands list. Associate Set Flag, Condition, Change Button State or Change Label functions with a command in the Commands list by dragging and dropping them into a tree view listed with the command, so that they initiate in the order listed.

- Set Flag – add a Set Flag to change a Flag's value when a command changes a device setting. This sets the Flag value to match the new device

setting (e.g. ON or OFF). Always add a Set Flag to a Condition Flag, after the device action(s):

To add a Set Flag:

1. Under Device, select Set Flag.
2. From the Function list, select the Flag.
3. From the Function list, drag and drop the Flag to add it to the end of the Condition Flag, in a tree view list:

1. Double-click Set Flag in the Commands list to use the drop-down menus to set the Flag and Value.

- Condition – adds a condition that must be met before the commands listed with it can initiate. When the button is pressed, the Condition's set value must equal the Flag or Feedback value for the command(s) to initiate. There are two condition types: Flag and Feedback.

- Flag – adds a condition based on a Flag’s value. “If Flag equals Value” is true, the condition is met and the commands listed with the Condition will initiate. Always add a Condition Flag at the top of the Commands list, drag and drop the device command(s) and then a Set Flag at the end, in a tree view list:

To add a Condition Flag:

1. Under Device, click Condition.
2. From the Function list, select Flag.
3. Double-click Flag to add the Condition Flag to the Commands list.

1. Double-click the Condition Flag in the Commands list to use the dropdown menus to set the Flag and Value.

1. From the Function list, drag & drop device commands to add them to the Condition Flag, in a tree view list:

1. Add a Set Flag after the last device command in the Commands list:

- Feedback – adds a condition based on the text from a serial/telnet/TCP device's return message. Always add a Condition Feedback to a serial/telnet/TCP command, with command(s) added below the Condition Feedback, in a tree view list:

Receive Time – when a Feedback condition is added to a device command the wait to Receive Time drop-down menu appears allowing you to set the amount of time to wait before it stops receiving the return message from the device.

There are three Condition Feedback types:

• Equal – when the text sent from a serial/telnet/TCP device’s return message matches all of the text entered for a Condition Feedback Equals, the commands listed below it will initiate.
• Include – when the text sent from a serial/telnet/TCP device’s return message matches part of the text entered for a Condition Feedback Include, the commands listed below it will initiate.
• Bypass – this option bypasses matching text from the serial/telnet/TCP return message and initiates a Change Label command. The label’s text will change to the return message sent from the device (i.e. the Feedback Result). A Change Label must be added to the Feedback Bypass for it to work.

To add a Condition Feedback Equal/Include:

1. Under Device, click Condition.
2. From the Function list, select Feedback.
3. From the Function list, drag and drop Feedback to add it to the Serial/Telnet/TCP command, in a tree view list:

1. Double-click If Feedback equals to in the Commands list and use the drop-down menu to select equal to or include and enter the Text.

Text entered here must match all (equal to) or part (include) of the text from a serial/telnet/TCP device's return message for the command(s) to initiate. Use the ASCII / HEX drop-down menu to select the format.

1. From the Function list, drag & drop device command(s) to add them to the Feedback Equal/Include Condition, in a tree view list:

To add a Feedback Bypass Condition with Change Label:

1. Under Device, click Condition.

2. Select Feedback from the Function list.

3. From the Function list, drag and drop Feedback to add it to the Serial/Telnet/TCP command, in a tree view list:

1. Double-click If Feedback equals to in the Commands list and use the drop-down menu to select bypass.

1. Under Device, select Change Label.
2. From the Function list, select the Viewer Page where the label is located.
3. From the Function list, drag and drop the Viewer Page to add it to the Feedback Bypass Condition, in a tree view list:

1. Double-click Change Label in the Commands list and use the drop-down menu to select a label. Labels are identified by number (see page 102).

The label's text will change to the serial/telnet/TCP device's return message.

- Change Button State – this option is used to change another buttons image when this button is pressed – allowing the button image to switch depending on the status: Normal or Pressed. Change Button State is added to the end of the Commands lists and should point to a Toggle button. Adding this to a Toggle button allows the image to switch with the toggle behavior: Normal or Pressed.

To add a Change Button State:

1. Under Properties, use the Mode drop-down menu to select a button type.
2. Under Style, click the Normal and Pressed button to select an image/color* for the button's state.

Note: Use the Style drop-down menu to select Image to import an image file for the button state, or Color to choose a color format for the button state.

1. Add the Toggle ON and Toggle OFF device commands to the Commands lists.

2. Under Device, select Change Button State.

3. In the Function list, select the viewer page.

4. Select the Toggle ON radio button, then in the Function list, double-click the viewer page to add it to the end of the Toggle ON commands in the Commands list.

5. Select the Toggle OFF radio button, then in the Function list, double-click the viewer page to add it to the end of the Toggle OFF commands in the Commands list.

1. In each Commands list, double-click the Change Button State command to set the Button and State (Normal or Pressed).

- Change Label – changes a label’s text with text that you enter manually or with text from a serial/telnet/TCP device’s return message (Feedback Result). A Change Label that uses a return message, must be added to a Feedback Bypass Condition (page 123). A Manual Change Label can be added anywhere in the Commands list. Adding it to a Condition guarantees the label changes only when the command initiates.

To add a Manual Change Label:

1. Under Device, click Change Label.

2. In the Function list, select the viewer page where the label is located.

3. Double-click or drag and drop the viewer page to add the Change Label to the Commands list.

1. Add a Change Label to multiple or Toggle ON / Toggle OFF Command lists to have the same label change text for different actions.

2. In the Commands list, double-click Change Label to use the drop-down menu to select a Label and input the Text. This is the text in the label that will appear when the button is pushed.

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Repeat the steps to add a Change Label for the reverse action (i.g., On and Off).

- Change Group Button State – adds a command that changes the selection in a Radio Group (see page 76). To use this function, first create a Radio Group and then add a button to the viewer page. Add a Change Group Button State independently or with a device command:

To add a Change Group Button State:

1. Under Device, select Change Group Button State.
2. From the Function list, select the Viewer Page where the Radio Group is located.
3. From the Function list, drag and drop the Viewer Page to add it to the Commands list:

1. Double-click Change Group Button in the Commands list and use the drop-down menu to select the Button.

- Change Slider Bar Level – adds a command that changes the level of a Slider Bar. To use this function, first create a Slider Bar on a viewer page. Add a Change Slider Bar Level independently or with a device command:

To add a Change Slider Bar Level:

1. Under Device, select Change Slider Bar Level.
2. From the Function list, select the Viewer Page where the Slider Bar is located.
3. From the Function list, drag and drop the Viewer Page to add it to the Commands list:

1. Double-click Change Slider Bar in the Commands list and use the dropdown menus to select the Slider Bar and Level.

■ Image Properties

The Properties for an image provide options to change and import images to the page. Images can be layered with other objects so that they can be placed as a background or as highlights for buttons (see Layering Images, page 131). You can Group, Order, Align, Make Same Size or Space Evenly from the Object menu.

Note: For imported images, make sure the file names contain English alphabets and/or numerals only.

Style – shows the image selected. Click inside the box to import an image (*.png,*.jpg,*.jpeg,*.bmp) to the page.
- Transparency – enter a number (0-100) or use the slider-bar to set the transparency of the image selected.
- Position and Size – X and Y position the image at the coordinates entered. Width and Height set the size of the image.
- Reset Image Size – resets the image size.

Layering Images

Images can be layered with other objects, such as labels and buttons, so that they can be placed as a background or as highlight for the page and/or other objects.

Graphic Library

The Library icon on the Project bar provides a Graphics tab and dropdown menus with ready-to-use graphics for backgrounds, buttons, icons and device interfaces. Device Interface provides entire page layouts that you can use as templates for different types of devices. Double-click or drag and drop graphics to add them to the page. Images can be imported for icons and buttons in various formats (*.png,*.jpg,*.jpeg,*.bmp).

Background Color

Button

Icon

Device Interface

Library

The Library icon on the Project bar offers the following functions. The table below provides an overview of each function.

Flag Flags are created to include parameters when settings are changed to indicate the current status. For details, see Flag, page 135.
Monitor Monitors allow you to set Conditions for Digital Input (dry contact) and Digital Input (VDC) signals and Flags on a port that will initiate an Action. In addition, you can create Listen to port and Query port monitors which check a device's status to initiate actions. For details, see Monitor, page 137.
Macro Macros initiate a sequence of actions on one or more hardware devices. For details, see Macro, page 149.
Schedule	Click to create scheduled events. For details, see Scheduled Events, page 151.
Synced Variables Creates a variable for a device setting (e.g. volume) that is controlled by two or more UI components (e.g. slider bar or buttons) in the viewer. When the device setting is changed through one of the components, its setting is automatically synced and reflected on all components. For details, see Synced Variables, page 152.
+	Opens a pop-up window to create a Flag, Monitor, Macro, Schedule, or variable.
X	Closes the Library window.

Flag

Flags are created for control buttons to include parameters for when settings are changed or requests are made to change settings on a device. Flags indicate what the status is and what action to take according to the value. Flags are added as actions to Button Properties as a Condition or Set Flag value.

Conditions tell a button to initiate associated actions if the flag value is true: "If Flag equals Value" initiate the action. Actions are associated with a condition so that they only initiate if the flag value is correct. That way an ON command is only sent to a device if the current flag value is OFF.

Set Flag changes the flag value when a device setting has changed. So that if a device is OFF and the action turns the device ON, adding a “Set Flag 1 to ON” will change the flag value to ON. Now the flag’s value matches the device status so that actions associated with flag Conditions will initiate accordingly.

Create flags for a device and add them as a Condition and Set Flag value in the Action – Button Properties (see Button / Slider Bar Action, page 112).

To create a Flag:

1. Select Flag and click +.

1. The New Flag menu appears:

Enter a Name and select a radio button to set the flag value:

- Select On/Off and use the drop-down menu to select the Default Value.

- Enter a range (1-100) for the values in the two boxes and use the drop-down menu to select the Default Value. Use the drop-down menu to select the format ASCII or HEX.

1. Click + to create more flags or double-click a flag to edit it. The flags will appear in the list, as shown below.

Name – Lists the Flag names which have been created.

Value – Lists the flag's values or range of values.

Default – Lists the flag's default value.

X – Deletes a flag from the list.

1. Select Condition or Set Flag to add flags as a command in Button Action by selecting a button on a viewer page (see Button / Slider Bar Action, page 112).

Monitor

A Monitor allows you to set conditions on a port using Digital Input (VDC) and Digital Input (Dry Contact) signals, return messages, and Flags. When the condition is met, it will initiate the desired action. Digital Input (VDC) hardware devices provide voltage signals between 1 and 24. Digital Input (Dry Contact) hardware devices provide open and closed circuit signals. Hardware devices with return messages can be monitored using Listen to port or Query port conditions via text they transmit. These signals provide indicators from sensors or switches of an event. An event can be the temperature, power, dry contact, sensor, switch status, or message from a device. There are two parts to a monitor, the Condition and Action.

Condition & Action Overview

A monitor watches a port for a signal or message and when that message or signal is received – the condition is met and an action initiates. Below is an summary of the steps needed to create a monitor.

To create a monitor, follow the steps below.

1. Under Device, select a monitor type.
2. Under Status, add a device port to the Condition List.
3. Double-click the device port in the Condition List to configure the condition settings.
4. Add a device action that initiates when the condition is met.

The table below provides a description of the Monitor page options.

Type Use this drop-down menu to select:
	If – select this option for a single condition monitor. “If” the single condition is met, the action initiates.Switch – select this option for multiple conditions that use more than one “If” conditions for the monitor. In this type, if one of the conditions is met, the monitor will initiate the action.Bypass – select this option to transmit device feedback message to the selected variable actively listening for a message or by receiving a return message from the specified devices.
Name Enter a unique name for the monitor.
Query Frequency	Use this drop-down menu to select how frequently the monitor checks a device for a signal. Options are: 100 ms - 1 second.
Condition This section is for adding the condition that will need to be met for the Action to initiate. To add a condition:1. Select a monitor under Device.2. Add a device port under Status to the Condition List.3. Configure the condition settings by double-clicking the device port in the Condition List.Use the Type drop-down menu to select from two condition types: If or Switch. Both are configured similarly, but with Switch you can add multiple comparison conditions called Cases, each of which can initiate the Action.
Action Use this section to create the commands that will initiate when the monitor's condition is met. See Button / Slider Bar Action, page 112, for details on configuring commands.
	Click to hide or display the Device and Status/Function columns in the Condition and Action lists so that you can see a complete row of Conditions/Commands.
	Click to move an selected command up or down in the Commands list.
[XZT]	Click to remove an selected command from the Commands list.

Creating an If Monitor

To create a monitor for a device port with a Condition that initiates an Action, click + from the Library's Monitor tab, and do the following:

1. Select IF from the drop-down menu and enter a name for the monitor.
2. Use the drop-down menu to set the Query Frequency.
3. Use the All Conditions / Any Conditions drop-down menu to select:

These options are only for advanced setups that require multiple events from hardware devices connected to multiple conditions. Most devices only require one signal Status added to the Condition List to initiate an Action. Most installations will not need to use this option, therefore it can be ignored.

All Conditions: Add multiple conditions – all of which must be met for the Action to initiate.

Any Conditions: Add multiple conditions – one of which must be met for the Action to initiate.

1. Under Device, select a Controller from the drop-down menu, and then choose one of the following monitor types

Listen to port – to create a monitor that actively listens for a message from the device. Under Status, double-click a device port to add it to the Condition list.

Query port – to create a monitor that sends out a command to the device until a feedback message is received from the device.

Flag - to create a flag condition for the monitor.

IO Input – to create a trigger signal from a device according to the voltage.

1. Under Status, double-click to add a device port or flag to the Condition list. Then double click the device port or flag in the Condition list to configure the condition settings. Each is explained below:

■ Listen to port / Query port

(Query port only) Click F(x) to open the drop-down menu to select a device command to send out; or enter a command string; and then the click Edit Return Message icon and do as explained below.

Edit Return Message

(Listen to port / Query port) Next configure the parameters for the return message from the device. This message must match for the condition to be met. In the Condition list double-click the command

and then click 📋 to open the Edit Return Message window:

Use the drop-down menu and enter a string of that will represent the characters in a return message from the serial device:

- Select string with fixed length

Use this to set a string of characters that are set within a fixed parameter. Enter a string of characters and use the S to set the start of the string and E to set the end and then click Apply. The return message will need to fit the fixed string of characters set in the text box next to the Drop-Down Menu (see next page) for the monitor to be triggered.

- Select string with a non-fixed length

Use this to set a string of characters where the parameters are variable. Enter a string of characters and use the S to set the start of the string and E to set the end and then click Apply. The return message will need to fit the fixed string of characters set in the text box next to the Drop-Down Menu (see below) for the monitor to be triggered.

- Drop-Down Menu

Above, enter characters that the Select string with fixed length or Select string with non-fixed length string must match and how they must be matched: Equal to, Not equal to, Include, or Exclude for the condition to be triggered.

Flag

Creates a flag condition for the monitor. Use the drop-down menus to set a format (how the flag value must be matched) and the flag value for the condition to be triggered.

■ IO Input

Create a trigger signal from a device according to the voltage. Only device with a Digital Input (dry contract) or Digital Input (VDC) port appear in the Status list. Double-click a device in the Status list to add it to the Condition list. Double-click the command in the Condition list to configure the setting:

The High or Low status tells the Monitor to initiate an Action when the device signal is above or below the threshold setting* for the port:

Digital Input (VDC)

• High - states that when the voltage signal is above the Upper Threshold to initiate the Action.
• Low - states that when the voltage signal is below the Lower Threshold to initiate the Action.

Digital Input (Dry Contact)

According to an open or closed circuit status for the port:

• Open - states that when the circuit is Open to initiate the Action.
• Closed - states that when the circuit is Closed to initiate the Action.

To configure Upper and Lower thresholds, see Click Advanced to configure the following parameters., page 88.

1. (Optional) Use the Operator option to add additional High or Low conditions (see step 4, page 140).
2. Go to the Action section at the bottom of the page to select the hardware Device and add the Function to the Commands list, as explain in the steps that follow.

Note: For more information on Functions, see Button / Slider Bar Action, page 112.

1. First select the hardware under Devices.

1. Under Function, double-click a command to add it to the Commands list. This Command initiates when the Condition is met. For details on Functions and Commands, see

1. You can also add a Macro, Link, Set Flag or Monitor's Condition.
2. After adding all the functions to the Commands list, the IF monitor is complete.

Creating a Switch Monitor

1. Select Switch from the drop-down menu and enter a name for the monitor.
2. Use the drop-down menu to set the Query Frequency.
3. Use the options to create multiple condition comparisons, as explained below.

Type Use the drop-down menu to select:If – select this option for a single condition comparison monitor.Switch – select this option for multi-condition comparisons that use multiple “If” comparisons for the command.
Name Enter a unique name for the monitor.
Query Frequency Use this drop-down menu to select how frequently the monitor checks a device for a signal. Options are: 100 ms - 1 second.
Drop-Down Menus	Under the Type drop-down menu are four addition drop-down menus used to configure the Switch Condition:◆Controller– use the first drop-down to menu select the controller for a Switch condition.◆Listen to port / Query port– use the second drop-down menu to select the condition type for a Switch condition (see step 4, page 140 for details).◆Serial Device Port– use the third drop-down menu to select a serial device port and configure Edit Return Message (to configure, see Edit Return Message, page 141).◆Case– use the fourth drop-down menu to add cases by selecting Add More Cases for comparison that need to be met before monitor's condition will initiate. In the left text box enter a name for the Case, in the right text box enter the character string that the return message should match.
Action	Use this section to create commands for the monitor. See Button /Slider Bar Action, page 112, for details on configuring commands.
	Click this icon to switch to the Action list view so that you can see a complete row of the command's functions. This is a toggle button.
X	Closes the Monitor window.

1. Go to the Action section at the bottom of the page to select the hardware Device and add the Function to the Commands list, as explain in the steps that follow.

Note: For more information on Functions, see Button / Slider Bar Action, page 112.

5. First select the hardware under Devices.

1. Under Function, double-click a command to add it to the Commands list. This is the Command that initiates when the Condition is met. For details on what each function does, see Adding Commands, page 114.

1. You can also add a Macro, Link, Set Flag or Monitor's Condition.
2. After adding all the functions to the Commands list, the Switch monitor is complete.

Creating a Bypass Monitor

Follow the steps below to create a bypass monitor.

1. Select Bypass from the drop-down menu and enter a name for the monitor.

2. Configure the following settings.

3. Query frequency: sets how frequently the monitor checks the device for a signal. Valid values range from 100 ms to 1 second.
   In the second drop-down list, select one of the following:

4. Listen to port: actively listens for a message from the specified device.

5. Query port: when a setting is changed on the specified device, the device sends a feedback message to the controller, informing the latest setting.

In the last drop-down list, select the port or the device to be monitored.

1. Configure the actions.

a) Select Set Variable.
b) Double-click the variable you wish to update when controller detects a change for the specified device setting.
c) For a variable, double-click the command and select Bypass.

Macro

Macros allow you to create a button that will initiate a sequence of actions across the same or different hardware devices. This saves time by allowing multiple devices to initiate actions all at once from one button. For example, you can create a macro to start a video presentation by adding functions to: dim lights, power on source, power on display, lower screen and play source. You can also add time delays between actions in a macro.

When you click + from the Library's Macro tab, the window opens:

To create a macro:

1. Select Macro and click

1. Enter a Name and select a Viewer from the drop-down menu, then click OK.
2. Go to the Actions section at the bottom of the page to select hardware under Device and add the Function to the Commands list:

Note: For more information on adding Functions, see Button / Slider Bar Action, page 112.

1. After adding all the functions to the Commands list, the macro is complete.
2. In Create Viewer & Design, create a button and add a macro to the Button Action properties (see page 112) by selecting Macro under Devices (see Adding Commands, page 114 for details).

Scheduled Events

By setting up a scheduled event, you can have a connected hardware device, such as an ATEN controller, perform one or a series of actions on a recurring schedule.

To create a new event, follow the steps below.

1. Click and then click.
2. Name the event.
3. Click to specify a recurring schedule for the event.
4. Configure event actions.

a) In the Device column, select a device.
b) In the Function column, double-click the desired functions. The corresponding commands appear in the Commands column. For details on what each function does, see Adding Commands, page 114.
c) In the Commands column, double-click each command to configure the settings.

1. Optionally add system functions. For detailed information, see Advanced Options, page 118.

2. These commands will initiate in the listed order. To change the order of the commands, click .

Synced Variables

This feature is useful when you have two or more UI components controlling a single device setting. Take the example of controlling a speaker volume on a Viewer. You may have a slider bar, a button for maximum volume, and another button for minimum volume on your Viewer. When you tap the maximum volume button, you would like the following actions to happen:

• The maximum volume button shows a toggle-on status
• The minimum volume button synchronized with this setting and shows a toggle-off status
• The slider bar synchronizes with this setting and moves to its highest volume

To achieve this automatic synchronization and status change, you can create a synced variable. A synced variable is a value holder that stores a single device setting (e.g. speaker volume) and can be assigned to two or more UI components (e.g. a slider button, a maximum volume button, and a minimum volume button). This way, when a device setting is changed via one of the UI components, the new setting will be loaded into this variable and then reflected by the UI components in the Viewer.

For Devices that Return Feedback Messages

Follow the steps below to set up a synced variable if the variable (device setting) is for a device that returns feedback messages to the controller.

1. Create a synced variable for the device setting (e.g. speaker volume).

a) In the Design tab, click Library.
b) Click the Synced Variables (●) icon and then click + .
c) Configure the following settings.

◆ Name: Type a name for the variable.
- String format: Select the string format for the target device.
Setting range: Type the range for setting.
♦ Default value: Type a default for the setting.

Your settings may look like this:

1. Configure control components for the Viewer. For details, see Design, page 94.

a) In the Design tab, add control components to your Viewer.

Note: The Synced Variable function is only applicable to toggle buttons, basic-mode slider bars, and radio groups of normal buttons. Configure the Mode setting before you proceed.

b) For a slider bar component, click it in the Viewer page and configure the Value settings in Properties.
c) In Properties, click Set Sync Condition and select the variable you created using the drop-down list.

1. Create a Monitor to set up the conditions for which the device sends its latest setting to the variable. For detailed steps, see Creating a Bypass Monitor, page 148.

For Devices that Do Not Return Feedback Messages

Follow the steps below to set up a synced variable if the variable (device setting) is for a device that does not return feedback messages to the controller.

1. Create a synced variable for the device setting (e.g. speaker volume).

a) In the Design tab, click Library.
b) Click the Synced Variables (●) icon and then click + .
c) Configure the following settings.

◆ Name: Type a name for the variable.
◆ String format: Select the string format for the target device.
Setting range: Type the range for setting.
◆ Default value: Type a default for the setting.
- Select a command execution type.

• Execute commands with no conditions: Execute the command (action) when the specified variable changes.

• Execute commands with the specified conditions: Execute the corresponding command (action) when the variable matches.

• Configure control components for the Viewer.

a) Add a control component to the Viewer. For details, see Design, page 94.
Note: Make sure to configure the component mode before proceeding to the next step.
b) For a slider bar component, click it and configure value settings in Properties.
c) Click Set Variable, and then double-click the variable you created in step 1.
d) In Properties, click Set Sync Condition and select the variable you created using the drop-down list.

1. Repeat steps (a) to (d) with each of the components. If you select Execute commands with the specified conditions, follow the steps below to add commands.

a) Refer to step 4 to first configure the UI components.
b) Click Library, click the Synced Variables (●) icon, and then click the variable you created in step 1.
c) Click the drop-down list below the Execute commands with the specified conditions option and select a condition.
d) Add an action (command) when this condition is met. Select a device, double-click a desired function, and then double-click the command to configure the setting.

In the case of speaker volume, when the volume changes to 0 (i.e. the condition is Variable = 0), the action will be “to change the speaker volume to 0”, as illustrated below.

e) Repeat steps 2(c) and 2(d) to add one or more actions to each condition.

1. If you select Execute commands with no conditions, follow the steps below to add commands.

a) In the Device list, click to select the device. In this example, the mixer, 840T-1(Serial), is selected.
b) Double-click the action (command) and change the value type to Variable Value.

Upload

The Upload page allows you to upload viewers and/or back up projects to controllers.

To back up a project and its viewers to a controller:

1. Browse for the ATEN controller where you wish to save the configured viewers.

2. Auto Search: Browses for controllers on the same LAN with the Configurator.

3. Search by IP address: Use this function to browse for controllers that are on different LANs to the Configurator.

4. Select the Viewer files you wish to upload.

5. Optionally click on the following to configure password authentication settings.

6. Edit Access Key: Click to change the access key required to upload viewers to the controller and download viewers from a mobile device.
   ◆ : An access key is required to upload viewers to the controller and download viewers from a mobile device.
   ◆ : An access key is not required to upload viewers to the controller and download viewers from a mobile device.
   ◆ : The access key has been changed on the controller’s web interface (Dashboard). To change the lock status, click on the icon and type the new access key to proceed.

4. Click Upload to Controller.

Note: By default, the project file is uploaded along with your selected viewers. To only upload the selected viewers, click Also upload project file to disable the function.

Viewing Controller Information

Click to view the controller's information.

♦ IP Address: Displays the IP address.
♦ MAC Address: Displays the MAC address.

◆ License: Displays the number of licenses available and in use.

• Select License: Allows you to load a new license file.
• Reset License: Resets all license(s) in use by mobile devices. This will disconnect all mobile device connections to the Control Box.

- Firmware Version: Displays the firmware version.

- Select Firmware: Allows you to load a firmware upgrade file to update the firmware.

◆ Capacity: Displays the amount of space available for uploading viewers.

- Viewers: Lists the viewers currently stored on the Control Box.

- Remove Viewer: Click the trash can icon to remove the viewer stored on the Control Box.

◆ Project: Lists the project file currently stored in the controller.

Chapter 5

ATEN Database Generator

Overview

The ATEN Database Generator lets you add, edit, and manage hardware devices for My Device Library. To open the Database Generator from the ATEN Configurator, use the menu bar to select Tools → Database Generator. The first time the application is opened, a window appears with four options:

Add New Device Configure a custom hardware device to add to My Library.
Add Device from ATEN Library	Add devices from the ATEN Device Library to My Library.
Add Device from another Library	Add devices from a database file (*.vkd) to My Library.
Check Box	Click Do not show this dialog again to prevent the dialog from appearing when the Database Generator is opened. Use the Preferences menu option to bring the dialog window back.
Close Click the Close button to exit the dialog window.

My Library

My Library allows you to create custom hardware devices which can be selected to configure ports on the VK1100 and VK2100. My Library lists all the hardware devices that you have created, added and edited using the Database Generator. You can create new hardware devices and/or add existing devices from the ATEN Library (page 177). These devices can then be selected from My Device Library for use.

Menu Description
File The File menu	provides options to:Add New Device: Configure a custom hardware device to add to Device Library.Add Device from ATEN Library: Add devices from the ATEN Device Library to My Library.Add Device from another Library: Add devices from a database file (*.vkd) to My Library.Export My Library: Saves My Library as a database file (*.vkd) that can be imported later.Export Selected Device: Saves the selected device(s) as a database file (*.vkd) that can be imported later.Controller Connection: Searches for a Control Box to test the connection or run the learning mode for the IR port.Quit: Exits the program.
Edit The Edit menu	provides options to:Delete: Deletes the selected devices from the database.Duplicate: Makes a copy of the selected device(s) and adds them to the library with the extension “-Copy”Preferences: Provides options to:Set the LanguageShow Add Device dialog on startupShow IR Learning tipsSet the IR Learning Timeout - how long to attempt a connection to an IR device before IR learning stops.
Library Provides a list of the Libraries that you can open to select devices from and edit or add to My Library. The libraries that are listed here appear when you select a database using Add Device from another Library.
Help The Help menu provides two options:Update ATEN Library: Allows you to browse for a database file (*.vdk) to import devices into the ATEN library.About: Provides support and software version information.

Managing My Library

When devices are added to My Library, they appear listed in the main window. New devices can be added by creating a new device, copying an existing device or by selecting a device from the ATEN Library. Use the check boxes to select individual devices or All to select the entire list.

Click to add a new custom device to the database.

Select a device and click this icon to create a duplicate.

Click to add and edit a device from the ATEN Library.

EDIT

Select a device and click Edit to change the settings.

Search

Key in word strings then click Search to find a device.

• Click All, Serial, IR, DO, Relay or Ethernet to filter the list by type.
• Click Brand, Category, Model, Type or Version to sort the devices.
• Click Export Selected Device to save the selected devices.
• Click Delete Selected Devices to remove the selected devices.

Edit / Add New Device

To edit or add a device to My Library, do the following:

1. From the menu select File → Add New Device, or select a device from My Library and click Edit.
2. Under General, use the drop-down menus or type in the Brand Name, Category, Model and Version.
   Note: The Category determines what buttons are auto generated when a viewer page is created for the device.
3. Use the History button to open the Version History editor and make notes about the updates being made to the device configuration. You can create and use different versions of the same device and track the changes. The version history can be viewed and different versions selected from the ATEN Configurator, under device Properties.
4. Check the hardware type and configure the device:

Serial

Click to add an Action.

Click to create a duplicate of the Action.

Click to delete the selected action.

Click to enter a string within () which allows the text to be edited in the VK6000 in the Button Action - Commands list (see page 114).

Click to add a drop menu into a Command string, then enter the number sequence in the brackets []. The Function name must include an Astrix (*) for each drop menu in the Command string. The drop-down menu will appear where the (*) is entered in the Function name.

Click to add an Enter into the Command string.

Click to open a list of commands to add into the Command string.

- Settings – Use the drop-down menus to set the: Baud Rate, Data Bit, Stop Bit, Parity, Flow Control and Mode settings.

- Advanced – Click to use the Delay Interval drop-down menu to set a timed delay for each command before it is sent to the device.

- Function List – Use this section to configure the device functions by adding actions to the list.

String Format - Use the buttons to select HEX or ASCII.

Function – Lists the actions created for a device. A Function name must include an Astrix (*) if you are adding a drop menu to the Command string. Double click to edit the function name.

Command – Shows the command string created for the action. Double-click to edit the string.

Feedback – Provides the Return Messages when the Retrieve and Send buttons are used to test the command strings.

Click Retrieve. The Select Controller window appears.

Click to select a controller from the list. Use the Refresh button to refresh the list. To browse for controllers in the LAN, click the Intelligent Search button or type the IP address of the controller

Port – Selects a serial port.

Receive message for – Specifies the maximum allowed time that the device uses for receiving messages from the controller.

Send - To use this button refer to the instructions on page 175.

Text Command Tools

The following formats allow you to enter command strings with text that provide special features. These formats work in Serial and Ethernet commands.

- () entering text in () allows the command to be edited in the VK6000.

Example: (A1 A9) (A8 B6) – this command string will provide two editable text boxes from the VK6000 in the Button Action - Commands list which allow you to change the command string:

◆ = using the equals sign before a text command allows you to type in words which will show up in a drop-down menu to describe the command, rather than show the text command itself.

Example: [Power On=0A, Power Off=0B, Standby Mode=0C] – this command string will provide a drop-down menu with three choices using

the text before the equal signs to describe each command – from the VK6000 in the Button Action - Commands list:

◆ “” quotation marks allow three symbols (, = @) to be added to a command that uses the equal sign as described in the example above. Three symbols not allowed within the quotation marks include (“” () []). Quotation marks can be used to the left of = in a HEX command; on either side of = in an ASCII command; and anywhere in an Ethernet command.

HEX Example: [Power=On"=0A,POWER=OFF"=0B]

ASCII Example: Power=On"=0A, POWER OFF=0B=AC"

In the HEX example, “Power=On” allows the equal sign to be inserted before =0A. If the quotes are removed, the command Power=On=0A would fail as an Invalid String.

IR

Click to add an Action.

Click to create a duplicate of the Action

Click to delete the selected action.

- Settings – Use the drop-down menu to set the Repeat setting (number of times a signal is sent): 1 Time, 2 Times or 3 Times (Default).

- Advanced – Click to use the Delay Interval drop-down menu to set a timed delay for each command before it is sent to the device.

- Function List – Use this section to configure the IR functions by adding actions to the list.

Quick Mode – Click to run Learning Mode for all IR actions in the Function List. When the Quick Mode window opens, click Start, a pop-up window appears to select a controller. Check a box to select a controller and click Select. Click Start a second time to run Quick Mode using the Learn instructions below.

Function – Lists the actions created for a device. Double-click to edit the Function the name.

Status – Reports the status (Tested, Failed, Learned) of the Learn and Test buttons.

Learn – Use to transfer commands from an IR remote to the Control Box.

Click Learn. The Select Controller window appears.

Click to select a controller from the list. Use the Refresh button to refresh the list. To browse for controllers in the LAN, click the Intelligent Search button or type the IP address of the controller.

Click Learn a second time to start learning mode. When the IR Learn LED flashes green, point the IR remote at the Control Box's front panel IR Receiver and push a button on the remote. Press the

button on the remote just as you would when using it with the hardware device. If the device responds to a long hold or quick tap of the remote's button then you must press the button in the same manor (long hold or quick tap) when it using for Learning mode. The Control Box will beep and the Learn LED will light solid (then turn off) when IR learning is successful. The LED also turns off if Learning mode times out.

Test - Use to test if commands are sent successfully to the Control Box and hardware device.

Click Test, a pop-up window appears to select a controller and the IR port. Check a box to choose a controller and use the drop-down menu to select the IR port and then click Select.

Click Test a second time to test if the IR data transmits successfully to the Control Box. Check the hardware device to confirm that it responded appropriately.

The Status column reports the Learn and Test results.

■ Digital Output

Click to add an Action.

Click to create a duplicate of the Action

Click to delete the selected Action.

• Advanced – Click to use the Delay Interval drop-down menu to set a timed delay for each command before it is sent to the device.
• Function List – Use this section to configure the Digital Output device functions by adding actions to the list.

Function – Lists the actions created for a device. Double-click to edit the Function name.

Command – Shows the command selected for the action. Click the drop-down menu to select an action (Open, Close, Toggle, Pulse).

Relay

Click to add an Action.

Click to create a duplicate of the Action

Click to delete the selected Action.

• Advanced – Click to use the Delay Interval drop-down menu to set a timed delay for each command before it is sent to the device.
• Function List – Use this section to configure the Relay device functions by adding actions to the list.

Function – Lists the actions created for a device. Double-click to edit the Function name.

Command – Shows the command selected for the action. Click the drop-down menu to select an action (Open, Close, Toggle, Pulse).

Ethernet

Click to add an Action.

Click to create a duplicate of the Action.

Click to delete the selected action.

Click to enter a string within () which allows the text to be edited in the VK6000 in the Button Action - Commands list (see page 114).

Click to add a drop menu into a Command string, then enter the number sequence in the brackets []. The Function name must include an Astrix (*) for each drop menu in the Command string.

Click to add an Enter into the Command string.

Click to open a list of commands to add into the Command string.

For special command string tools, see Text Command Tools, page 165.

- Settings

• Protocol – Click the drop-down list to select a protocol for the device
• Port – Type the port number for the device.
• Advanced – Click this button to access advanced settings.

Advanced Settings

Command Interval

seconds

Delay Time After Login

seconds (0.0-180.0)

Send Command after successful connection

1st Command

2nd Command

√ Automatically reconnect to the device if no return message is received

Use Default

Save

No

Command Interval	Use the Command Interval drop-down menu to set a time delay for each command before they are sent to the device.
Delay Time after Login Sets a	delay (to allow a connection to be established) before the First and Second Commands are sent to the device.
Send command after connection	Enter a First and Second Command to send to the device after a successful connection has been established.
Automatically reconnect if no return message is received	Check this box if you want to continue reconnection attempts when no return message is received from the device.
Use Default Click this button to reset back to the default settings.

- Function List – Use this section to configure the device functions by adding actions to the list.

• String Format – Use the buttons to select HEX or ASCII. (TCP only)
• Function – Lists the actions created for a device. A Function name must include an Astrix (*) for each drop menu you add to the Command string. Double-click to edit the function name. The dropdown menu will appear where the (*) is entered in the Function name

- Command – Shows the command string created for the action.

• To edit a command for a Telnet, PJLINK, ONVIF, or TCP compliant device, double-click the Command field (green area in the interface).
• To edit a command for an HTTP or HTTPS compliant device, click the Edit button. The Edit HTTP Command window appears.

- Feedback – Provides the Return Messages when the Retrieve and Send buttons are used to test the command strings (Telnet, PJLink, TCP, UDP only).

- Retrieve – Click this button to test the Command string and receive return messages from a device. Click Retrieve, a pop-up window appears to select a controller. Check a box to choose a

controller and enter the IP Address, Username and/or Password of the Ethernet device, then click Select.

Intelligent Search Click to locate Control Boxes without specifying an IP address. This option only searches for Control Boxes on the same local area network. For Control Boxes across a network device, such as a router or switch, you must specify the IP address.
Search by IP address	Enter the IP address and click Search to locate a Control Box.
Controller ID Use the check box to select the Controller, fill in the IP Address, Username and/or Password and then click OK. Next use the instructions below this table.
Refresh Click this button to refresh the Controller ID list.
IP Address Type the IP address of the device.
Username Type the device's username.
Password Type the device's password to grant access right to the controller.
Receive message for Specifies the maximum allowed time that the device receives messages from the selected controller.

Note: The username and password are not required for UDP and TCP devices, and the username is not required for PJLINK devices.

Click Retrieve a second time, and the Get Feedback window appears to send the action and receive return messages from the device:

The top sections lists the Feedback message returned from the device. The bottom section lists saved Feedback messages. Once a message is received you can:

Add – Click to save a feedback message in the Saved Feedback message window.

Pause / Continue – Click to pause sending/receiving the command/return message.

Save Exit – Save the Feedback Message list and exit.

Cancel – Exit Get Feedback without saving.

Send - After the string is configured click to test the action. The device must be connected to the LAN for the action test to work.

Click Send, a pop-up window appears to select a controller. Check a box to choose a controller and enter the IP Address, Username and/or Password of the Ethernet device, then click Select.

Click Send a second time, the Feedback Result window appears allowing you to select which device to send the command to. Use the radio button to choose Send to All or select a drop-down menu value (number) and click Send.

The top sections lists the Feedback message returned from the device. Once a message is received you can:

Add – Click to save a feedback message in the Saved Feedback message window.

Pause / Continue – Click to pause sending/receiving the command/return message.

Save Exit – Save the Feedback Message list and exit.

Cancel – Exit Get Feedback without saving.

1. Click Save; or Save as to use a new name.

1. The device will appear in My Library.

ATEN Library

The ATEN Library is accessed on the Library menu bar selection and provides the complete list of hardware devices available in the database. The You can add any device in the ATEN Library to My Library. Once a device is added to My Library, the device settings can be edited as needed.

• Use the check boxes to select devices to add to My Library. Check All to select all devices in the list.
  ◆ Key in word strings then click Search to find a device.
• Click All, Serial, DO, IR, Relay or Ethernet to filter the device list by type.
• Click Brand, Category, Model, Type or Version to sort the devices.
• Click Add to My Library to add the selected devices to My Library.
• Click Cancel to return to My Library.

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Overview

ATEN Control System allows you to control PowerPoint and media files at computers installed with ControlAssist, an application that grants control right of the target computer to the ATEN controller. With ControlAssist installed on a target computer, you can perform actions such as controlling PowerPoint slides, playing media files, and turning on a PC (via the Wake on LAN feature) from a Viewer on a licensed mobile device. For a complete list of supported function, see Supported PC Control Actions, page 188.

Specifications

- Viewer

- To use ATEN Viewers on a Windows platform, make sure to install Internet Explorer version 11 or later.

◆ PowerPoint File Control

• ControlAssist only supports PowerPoint files that contain 200 slides or less, and are created using Microsoft Office 2007/2010/2013, or WPS Office.
• ControlAssist only supports the following PowerPoint file formats: pps, ppt, and pptx.

Media File Control

- ControlAssist only supports media files created using Windows Media Player.

- When a media file is remotely enabled and controlled using an ATEN Viewer, the file opens in Windows Media Player and this setting can not be changed.

- If you encounter any issues playing a media file, try install a third-party video codec.

- ControlAssist only supports control of the following media file formats:

Category File Formats
Windows Media format asf, wma, wmy, wm
Windows Media Metafiles asx, was, wvx, wmx, wpl
Microsoft Digital Video Recording dvr-ms
Windows Media Download Package wmd
Audio Visual Interleave avi
Moving Pictures Experts Group mpg, mpeg, m1v, mp2, mpa, mpe, m3u
Musical Instrument Digital Interface mid, midi, rmi
Audio Interchange File Format aif, aifc, aiff
Sun Microsystems and NeXT au, snd
Audio for Windows wav
CD Audio Track cda
Indeo Video Technology	ivf
Windows Media Player Skins	wmz, wms
QuickTime movie file	mov
MP4 audio file	m4a
MP4 video file	mp4, m4v, mp4v, 3g2, 3pg2, 3gp, 3gpp
Windows audio file aac, adt, adts

Setting Up Remote PC Control

Follow the steps below to set up one or more computers for remote control.

1. Make sure you have installed Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable for Visual Studio 2015 to the target computer. To download the package, go to https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=48145
2. Install ControlAssist to the computer you wish to control. For detailed steps, see Installing ControlAssist to a Computer, page 181.
3. Add the computer into the control system. For detailed steps, see Adding the Computer to the Control System, page 183.
4. Create a control interface to be used on a licensed mobile device.

- For detailed steps, see Configuring a Control Interface, page 185.

- For details on licenses, see Licenses for Mobile Control, page 57.

Installing ControlAssist to a Computer

Follow the steps below to install ControlAssist, a program that helps to establish communication to ATEN controllers, to the computers you wish to control.

1. Download ControlAssist.

a) Visit the ATEN download page: https://www.aten.com/global/en/supportcenter/downloads/
b) Search for "VK6000". A list of downloads for VK6000 appears.
c) Click ControlAssist_Vx.x.xxx.zip to download.

1. From the downloaded file, double-click ControlAssist_Setup to install the program. An installation wizard appears.

2. Follow the on-screen instruction to complete the installation.

3. When the installation is complete, the ControlAssist program runs automatically in the system tray.

Note:

• Keep the ControlAssist program enabled in the system tray to allow the controller to establish connection with the computer.
• By default, ControlAssist uses the following connection settings. To change the settings, right-click in the system tray and select Settings.

Setting Default Description
Username admin	The credentials	als required for an ATEN controller to establish connection with the computer.
Password password		Note: To change the username and password, make sure to log in the computer using an Administrator account.
Port 6277 The port through which ATEN Configurator establishes connection with the ControlAssist-installed computer.
Session timeout 3600 The maximal time allowed for the controller to establish connection with ControlAssist.
Root Folder N/A This field specifies the computer path under which files are display in the PowerPoint Control and Media templates' file list. To display files at the computer's partition level, type %MY_COMPUTER% in this field.

Adding the Computer to the Control System

After you have installed ControlAssist to the computer you wish to control, follow the steps below to establish connection between the controller and the target computer.

1. From ATEN Configurator, locate and open your project file.

2. Click the Device tab, and from the Ethernet device type category, click on a blank device or click Add More Devices to add one.

3. Click Library. This window appears.

1. Use the search box to search for "controlassist" to load the ControlAssist database. This screen appears.

1. Click Add to Project. This computer, identified as a device installed with ControlAssist, appears in the Device Configuration List.

1. Select the newly added device and configure the Properties settings on the right of the interface.

Hint: For the device name, use a name that identifies the PC.

For details on Properties settings, see Properties, page 87.

Configuring a Control Interface

Example 1:

Follow the steps below to create a control interface that allows you to browse and play any file from the specified root folder (see page 181) in the target computer. You can follow the same logic for creating a media control page.

1. In the Design tab, make sure your home page contains a presentation button and the viewer contains a PowerPoint page.

1. Configure the button to have it link to the PowerPoint page if pressed in the Viewer.

a) Click the presentation button.
b) Select Link and then double-click the PowerPoint page.

1. Configure the PowerPoint page if you did not use a built-in Viewer template.

a) In the left sidebar, click PowerPoint.

b) In the PowerPoint page, right-click any blank spot and select PowerPoint Control Template. A pre-made screen is added.

c) In the Properties column, use the Select Device drop-down menu to select the PC that stores the PowerPoint files you want to play.

Example 2:

Follow the steps below to create a quick access button for opening and playing a specific PowerPoint file. You can follow the same logic to create a button for opening and playing a specific media file.

1. Create an outlook for the interface.

a) In ATEN Configurator, click the Design tab.
b) Click Add Page and rename the page to "presentation".
c) Customize the interface and add control buttons using the Properties settings in the right-hand column. For details, see Properties, page 87.

1. Define the action of each button. For example, for the PowerPoint button to open and start a slide show when pressed, do the following:

a) In the preview pane, click the PowerPoint button.
b) Select ControlAssist (LAN).
c) Double-click [PowerPoint] Open file and then [PowerPoint] Start presentation.
d) Configure the commands and arrange them in the order of execution. Tip: The asterisk (*) at the end of a Function indicates that it requires configuration in the Commands column.

For details on supported control actions, see Supported PC Control Actions, page 188.

1. From the Upload tab, deploy and back up the project to the controller. For details, see Upload, page 157.

Supported PC Control Actions

Command Function
[Media Control]Note: The commands in this group apply to Windows Media Player only.
Open file Opens and plays the specified file in Windows Media Player.*
Play Plays the opened file in Windows Media Player.
Pause Pauses the playback.
Stop Stops the playback.
Switch Fullscreen mode Enables or disables the player to full-screen display.
Volume Adjusts the player's volume up or down.
Switch Mute mode Enables or disables mute mode.
Switch Repeat mode Enables or disables repeated play.
Next Plays next in the playlist.
Previous Plays previous in the playlist.
Close Closes the player.
Open Playlist Opens and plays the specified playlist in Windows Media Player.*
Set volume to Sets the player to a specified volume.
[PowerPoint Control]
Open File	Opens the specified PowerPoint file.*
Start Presentation	Starts the slide show of the specified PowerPoint file.
End Presentation	Ends the slide show of the specified PowerPoint file.
Close Closes the opened PowerPoint file.
Go to Next Slide	Goes to the next slide.
Go to Previous Slide	Goes to the previous slide.
Go to Slide	Goes to a specified slide number.
Others
Shut down PC	Shuts down the computer.
Open URL	Opens a specified URL.
Open File	Opens a specified file saved in the target computer.
Run Program Runs an application.

Note:

- Adhere to the following guidelines when specifying file paths:

• Include the file name and file extension of the target file.
  ◆ Use double backward slashes between folder levels.
• If the file path contains space, put the file path in double quotations.
  ◆ The following are examples of valid file paths:

"C:\ControlAssist\Presentation.pptx" "C:\ControlAssist\Presentation Demo.pptx"

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Chapter 7

ATEN Control System App

Overview

The ATEN Control System App is a free app for mobile devices which can be downloaded from Google Play or the Apple App Store. The app allows you to download the Profiles from a Control Box. These Profiles provide the interface (Viewers) for remote control of hardware devices.

Installing the App

To install the ATEN Control System App on a mobile device, do the following:

1. From the mobile device, tap the App Store icon.
   or Google Play
2. In the search box, type "aten control".
3. Tap ATEN Control System, and then download and install the app.
4. The ATEN Control System icon appears on the mobile device.
5. Tap the icon to open the app.

Note: The ATEN Control System App is supported on mobile devices installed with Android 4.2.2 and higher, iOS9 and higher, or Windows 7 and higher.

Button Sounds

After you install the app, go to the mobile device Settings and find the ATEN Control so that you can enable/disable the Button Sound setting.

ATEN Control System App

When you open the ATEN Control System app for the first time, the default Welcome screen appears:

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    A["START"] --> B["SYSTEM"]
    B --> C["FOREN"]
    C --> D["ANTEN"]
    D --> E["OCINFO"]
    E --> F["DEMO"]
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style B fill:#bbf,stroke:#333
    style C fill:#bfb,stroke:#333
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Tap Demo to try the ATEN Control System app. Tap Start to find a Control Box and download viewer profiles (see Welcome, page 196).

Note: The default Welcome screen appears until a viewer profile is downloaded to the mobile device. After a viewer profile is downloaded, the default Welcome screen will reappear only if the app is reinstalled, which will also delete all viewer profiles.

Demo

The Demo page provides a preview of the ATEN Control System app with two sample rooms. Tap either room to view the controls of different hardware devices. Tap Quit Demo at the top right corner to exit.

Select a viewer profile or press any of the buttons on the Welcome page to demo the app. The first profile's name will depend on the OS of the device.

WinViewer1 / iPad / Android1

This demo shows a Conference call interface with controls for a Projector, Screen and Lighting. Tap any of the device icons to open the control page.

Control Pages

The images above show the Main page and pages for the Projector, Screen and Lights.

Demo

This demo shows different buttons that can be pressed to control the Projector, Lights, Video Wall and Camera. Tap the icons to view control pages for each device. Tap the Quit Demo icon to return to the previous page, or press on the viewer page background until the logout dialog appears.

Control Pages

The images above show control pages for the Projector, Lights, Video Wall and Camera in Demo. Tap the Home icon in the lower left corner to return to the previous page, or press on the viewer page background until the logout dialog appears.

Welcome

The Welcome screen is the home screen of the ATEN Control System app. It lists the viewer profiles and provides administrative options. Tap a viewer profile to open the controls for a room (see Design, page 94), or use the administrative options listed below.

Icon Description
	Edit Viewer Profile – This page provides options to add, update and remove viewer profiles. See page 197 for details.
	Manage IP – This page provides options to configure network settings for Control Boxess and LAN devices. See page 198 for details.
	Set Password – This page provides options to set a password for access to the Welcome page when a viewer profile is in use. See page 201 for details.
	Log Report – This page provides an error log to troubleshoot connectivity issues. See page 202 for details.
	Information – This page provides information about the ATEN Control System's software version. See page 204 for details.

Edit Viewer Profile

The Edit Viewer Profile page allows you to add, update and remove viewer profiles. To download viewer profiles, tap Add Viewer (see

Set Password, page 201).

Add Viewer	Tap Add Viewer to download viewer profiles from the Download Viewer Profile page. See page 205 for details.
	Tap the Information icon to view the MAC Address, IP Address and Controller ID of the Control Box associated with the viewer profile.
Update Tap Update	to connect to the Control Box and download an updated version of the viewer profile. After the update, the “Downloaded Successfully” prompt will appear
Remove	Tap Remove to delete the viewer profile. A dialog box will appear to confirm deletion of the viewer profile.Tap Delete to remove the viewer profile*, or Cancel to cancel the deletion.Note: Viewer profiles are only deleted on the mobile device, and will still be available on the Control Box.
Done Tap Done to	return to the Welcome page.

Manage LAN Device

The Manage LAN Device page allows you to edit network settings for the Control Boxes and LAN devices added in the Configurator software (see Device Library, page 86).

Tap to expand Control Boxes to view connected LAN devices.

Tap to open the web GUI (see Browser Operation, page 53).

Depending on the LAN device you select, different options are available. Tap on a device to open the settings page. Use Edit to change settings, Apply to save or OK to exit.

Controller

PJLink Projector

Telnet

ONVIF

TCP

UDP

Set Password

The Set Password page sets a password to access the Welcome page from a viewer profile. This prevents unauthorized users from

changing the app settings. Users will be prompted for a password before they exit viewer profiles to access the Welcome page.

Slide the Enable Password Protect button, enter a password in the box and tap Set. The Show Password option appears after you check enable Password Protect, allowing you to display the characters typed in for the password. Enter a number in Seconds to press before exit dialog appears to set the amount of time to pass when pressing on a viewer page before a window appears asking if you want to exit. Tap Back to exit.

Log Report

The Log Report page lists information and errors which can be used to troubleshoot issues. Tap and drag the list to scroll through the logs. Tap Back to exit.

Tap Save to save the log file.

Tap Report History to view saved logs (see page 203).

Tap Delete to delete the log information.

Tap Back to exit.

Report History

When you tap Report History, you can view and export logs. Saved log files are listed by date in the left column. Tap a log file to view it in the window to the right. Tap and drag the list to scroll through the logs. Tap Back to exit.

Tap Export to send the log as an e-mail attachment.

Information

The Information page displays the ATEN Control System's version.

Download Viewer Profile

The Download Viewer Profile page allows you to search for Control Boxes and download viewer profiles. This page is accessed from Welcome → Edit Viewer Profile → Add Viewer.

Search by IP Address	Tap to enter a Control Box's IP address, then tap the Search icon to find it. When Control Boxes are found on the network, they are listed in the Add Viewer box.A Search History drop-down menu will appear for previously searched IP addresses.
Auto Search Auto S	Search allows you to search for Control Boxes without specifying an IP address. The Control Box must be powered on and connected to the same local network.
Add Viewer This panel lists the Control Boxes that have been found on the network. Each Control Box lists viewer profiles that can be downloaded to the mobile device. To upload viewer profiles to a Control Box, see Upload, page 157.
Back Icon Back returns you to the Welcome page.
Download After you	select the viewer profiles you want to download, click Download to start the process.

Downloading Profiles

When Control Boxes are found, they appear in the Add Viewer panel. Check the boxes of the viewer profiles you

would like to download, then tap Download.

Add Viewer The main window lists the Control Boxes that have been found on the network. Under each Control Box is a list of viewer profiles with a check box.Use the check boxes to select the viewer profiles you want to download, then click Download. If the Lock icon appears, you will be prompted to enter the access key.After viewer profiles download, the “Downloaded Successfully” prompt appears. Tap Done to return to the Welcome page where the viewer profiles will be listed.Note: After you download a viewer profile to the mobile device, the default Welcome screen no longer appears.
Access Key	When the a viewer profile requires an access key a window appears prompting you to enter the key. Enter the correct access key and then click OK to download the viewer profiles from the Control Box. To set the access key, see Upload, page 157.
	Tap the Information icon to view the IP Address, MAC Address and License information of the Control Box. The license information provides the total number of licenses available and the number in use.

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, table, etc.). If the device falls, serious damage will result.
• Caution: Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Always dispose of used batteries according to the proper instructions.
• 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.

• 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.

- Avoid circuit overloads. Before connecting equipment to a circuit, know the power supply’s limit and never exceed it. Always review the electrical specifications of a circuit to ensure that you are not creating a dangerous condition or that one doesn’t already exist. Circuit overloads can cause a fire and destroy equipment.

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.
- Use caution when pressing the device rail release latches and sliding a device into or out of a rack; the slide rails can pinch your fingers.
- After a device is inserted into the rack, carefully extend the rail into a locking position, and then slide the device into 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.

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 [e-mail]
Online Technical Support	Troubleshooting Documentation Software Updates	https://eservice.aten.com
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.

Datapoint Types

ATEN Control System (V2.3) supports the following KNX Datapoint Types (DPT):

DPT ID DPT Format DPT Name
1.001 B	1	DPT_Switch
1.002 B	1	DPT_Bool
1.003 B	1	DPT_Enable
1.004 B	1	DPT_Ramp
1.005 B	1	DPT_Alarm
1.006 B	1	DPT_BinaryValue
1.007 B	1	DPT_Step
1.008 B	1	DPTUpDown
1.009 B	1	DPT_OpenClose
1.010 B	1	DPT_Start
1.011 B	1	DPT_State
1.012 B	1	DPT_Invert
1.013 B	1	DPT_DimSendStyle
1.014 B	1	DPT_InputSource
1.015 B	1	DPT_Reset
1.016 B	1	DPT_Ack
1.017 B	1	DPT_Trigger
1.018 B	1	DPT_Occupancy
1.019 B	1	DPT_Window_Door
1.021 B	1	DPT_LogicalFunction
1.022 B	1	DPT_Scene_AB
1.023 B	1	DPT_ShutterBlinds_Mode
1.100 B	1	DPT_Heat/Cool
2.001 B	2	DPT_Switch_Control
2.002 B	2	DPT_Bool_Control
2.003 B	2	DPT_Enable_Control
2.004 B	2	DPT_Ramp_Control
2.005 B	2	DPT_Alarm_Control
2.006 B	2	DPT_BinaryValue_Control
2.007 B	2	DPT_Step_Control
2.008 B	2	DPT_Direction1_Control
2.009 B	2	DPT_Direction2_Control
2.010 B	2	DPT_Start_Control
2.011 B	2	DPT_State_Control
2.012 B	2	DPT_Invert_Control
3.007 B	1U3	DPT_Control_Dimming
3.008 B	1U3	DPT_Control_Blinds
4.001 A	8	DPT_ASCII
4.002 A	8	DPT_Char_8859_1
5.001 U	8	DPT_Scaling
5.003 U	8	DPT_Angle
5.004 U	8	DPT_Percent_U8
5.005 U	8	DPT_DecimalFactor
5.006 U	8	DPT_Tariff
5.010 U	8	DPT_Value_1_Ucount
6.001 V	8	DPT_Percent_V8
6.010 V	8	DPT_Value_1_Count
6.020 B	5N3	DPT_Status_Mode3
7.013 U	16	DPT_Brightness
8.011 V	16	DPT_Rotation_Angle
9.001 F	16	DPT_Value_Temp
18.001 B	1R1U6	DPT_SceneControl
20.100 N	8	DPT_FuelType
20.101 N	8	DPT_BurnerType
20.102 N	8	DPT_HVACMode
20.103 N	8	DPT_DHWMode
20.104 N	8	DPT_LoadPriority
20.105 N	8	DPT_HVACContrMode
20.106 N	8	DPT_HVACEmergMode
20.107 N	8	DPT_ChangeoverMode
20.108 N	8	DPT_ValveMode
20.109 N	8	DPT_DamperMode
20.110 N	8	DPT_HeaterMode
20.111 N	8	DPT_FanMode
20.112 N	8	DPT_MasterSlaveMode
20.113 N	8	DPT_StatusRoomSetp
23.001 N	2	DPT_OnOff_Action
23.002 N	2	DPT_Alarm_Reaction
23.003 N	2	DPTUpDown_Action
23.102 N	2	DPT_HVAC_PB_Action

Specifications

VK2100

Function VK2100
Interface Serial 4	x Programmable Bi-directional RS-232/422/485 Ports (4 x DB9 Male Connectors, Configurable via Pin Assignments)Baud Rate: 300 to 115200 (default: 9600)Data Bit: 8 (default) or 7Stop Bit: 1 (default) or 2Parity: None (default), Even or OddFlow Control: None (default) RTS/CTS
		2 x Bi-directional RS-232 Ports (2 x 3-Pole Terminal Block Connectors)Baud Rate: 300 to 115200 (default: 9600)Data Bit: 8 (default) or 7Stop Bit: 1 (default) or 2Parity: None (default), Even or Odd
	IR/Serial 4 x Programmable IR / Uni-directional RS-232Ports (2 x 4-Pole Terminal Block Connectors)IR: TTL level (0 to 5 V)Carrier Frequency: 10KHz~455KHzSerial: Uni-directional RS-232 (+ - 5 V)Baud Rate: 300 to 115200 (default: 9600)Data Bit: 8 (default) or 7Stop Bit: 1 (default) or 2Parity: None (default), Even or Odd
	I/O 4 x Programmable Digital Input / OutputChannels (1 x 5-Pole Terminal Block Connector)Digital Output: 250 mA sink from 12 VDCDigital Input:VDC ModeInput Voltage Range: 0 to 24 VDCProgrammable Range: 1 to 24 VDCDry Contact Mode:Pull-up 2k ohms to + 12 VDC
	Relay 4 x Relay Channels (2 x 4-Pole Terminal BlockConnector)Normally Open, Isolated RelaysContact Rating: Max 24 VDC, 2A
	VDC 4 x 12 VDC Output Ports (2 x 4-Pole TerminalBlock Connectors)Power Supply: 12 VDC, 2A Max (Shared By 4Ports)
Connectors Ethernet	1 x RJ-45 Female, 10/100Base-T
	USB 1 x USB Type A Female (White)
	Power 1 x 3-prong AC power socket

Function			VK2100
Switches Control	er ID 1 x 16-Segment Switch
	Power 1 x Rocker Switch
	Reset 1 x Semi-recessed pushbutton
LEDs Relay 4 (Green)

VK1100

Function VK1100
Interface Serial 2	x Programmable Bi-directional R		RS-232/422/485 Ports (2 x DB9 Male Connectors, Configurable via Pin Assignments)Baud Rate: 300 to 115200 (default: 9600)Data Bit: 8 (default) or 7Stop Bit: 1 (default) or 2Parity: None (default), Even or OddFlow Control: None (default) RTS/CTS
	IR/Serial 2 x Programmable IR / Uni-directional RS-232Ports (1 x 3-Pole Terminal Block Connectors)IR: TTL level (0 to 5 V)Carrier Frequency: 10KHz~455KHzSerial: Uni-directional RS-232 (0-5 V)Baud Rate: 300 to 115200 (default: 9600)Data Bit: 8 (default) or 7Stop Bit: 1 (default) or 2Parity: None (default), Even or Odd
	Relay 4 x Relay Channels (2 x 4-Pole Terminal Block Connector)Normally Open, Isolated RelaysContact Rating: Max 24 VDC, 2A
	VDC 1 x 12 VDC Output Ports (1 x 2-Pole Terminal Block Connectors)Power Supply: 12 VDC, 1A Max
Connectors Ethernet	1 x RJ-45 Female, 10/100Base-T
	USB 1 x USB Type A Female (White)
	Power 1 x 3-prong AC power socket
Switches Controller	er ID 1 x 16-Segment Switch
	Power 1 x Rocker Switch
	Reset		1 x Semi-recessed pushbutton
LEDs	Relay		4 (Green)
	IR / Serial		2 (Green)
	Serial	RX 2 (Green)
		TX	2 (Green)
	Ethernet	Link	1 (Green)
		Act	1 (Green)
	DC Output Overload		1 (Orange)
	IR Learn		1 (Green)
	USB		1 (Green / Orange)
	Power		1 (Green)
IR Receiver			1 x IR Receiver Port
I/P Rating			100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz
Power Consumption 20 Watts
Environment Operating Temp. 0–50°C
Physical Properties	Housing Metal
	Weight 1.19 kg
	Dimensions (L x W x H) 21.50 x 16.23 x 4.18 cm
Licenses for mobile control	No. of Free Licenses 2
	Max. No. of Allowed Licenses 10

VK0100/VK0200

Function VK0100 VK0200
Interface Keypad	Layout Up to 14 layout variations using 4 ~ 8 buttons		Up to 125 layout variations using 6 ~ 12 buttons
	Serial • 2 x Bi-directional RS-232 Port (2 x 3-Pole Terminal Block Connector)• Baud Rate: 300 to 115200 (default: 9600)• Data Bit: 8 (default) or 7• Stop Bit: 1 (default) or 2• Parity: None (default), even or odd
	Relay • 2 x Relay Channel (2 x 2-Pole Terminal Block Connector)• Normally open, isolated Relays• Contact Rating: Max 24 VDC, 1A
	Digital Input • 1 x Digital Input Channel (1 x 2-Pole Terminal Block Connector);• VDC Mode- Input Voltage Range: 0 to 5 VDC- Programmable Range: 1 to 5 VDC• Dry Contact Mode- Pull-up 2k ohms to + 5 VDC
	Ethernet • 1 x RJ-45 Female, 10/100Base-T• Supported Protocol: ARP, ICMP, TCP/IP, DHCP, HTTPS, SSH• DHCP-enabled. The following default IP settings will be used if no IP is assigned within 30 seconds:IP: 192.168.0.60Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
Switches Controller ID 1 x 16-segment Switch
Reset Button 1 x Semi-recessed Pushbutton
Power Consumption DC5V: 1.16W;		DC48V: 1.375W DC5V: 1.15W;	DC48V: 1.44W
Environmental Operating Temperature		0 - 50°C
		Storage Temperature	-20 - 60°C
		Humidity	0 - 80% RH, Non-Condensing
Physical Properties	Housing	Plastic
	Weight	0.35 kg (0.77 lb)	0.38 kg (0.84 lb)
	Dimension	11.63 x 7.06 x 4.84 cm(4.58 x 2.78 x 1.91 in)	8.32 x 14.76 x 4.84 cm(3.28 x 5.81 x 1.91 in)
Licenses for mobile control	No. of Free Licenses	0
	Max. No. of Allowed Licenses	10

Limited Warranty

ATEN warrants its hardware in the country of purchase against flaws in materials and workmanship for a Warranty Period of two [2] years (warranty period may vary in certain regions/countries) commencing on the date of original purchase. This warranty period includes the LCD panel of ATEN LCD KVM switches. Select products are warranted for an additional year (see A+ Warranty for further details). Cables and accessories are not covered by the Standard Warranty.

What is covered by the Limited Hardware Warranty

ATEN will provide a repair service, without charge, during the Warranty Period. If a product is detective, ATEN will, at its discretion, have the option to (1) repair said product with new or repaired components, or (2) replace the entire product with an identical product or with a similar product which fulfills the same function as the defective product. Replaced products assume the warranty of the original product for the remaining period or a period of 90 days, whichever is longer. When the products or components are replaced, the replacing articles shall become customer property and the replaced articles shall become the property of ATEN.

To learn more about our warranty policies, please visit our website: http://www.aten.com/global/en/legal/policies/warranty-policy/