Extron Electronics VN-Matrix 250 User Guide: Installation Overview

Installation

Overview

This section provides an overview of the installation process. To set up the VNE 250 and

VND 250, follow these instructions and the instructions referenced by the links provided:

1. If required, install small form‑factor pluggable (SFP) connectors in the LAN 2 ports (see

Streaming Network on page16).

2. Select a suitable location and mount the VNM 250 devices (see Mounting on

page129). Depending on your system, there may be multiple locations and multiple

units at each location.

3. Power on the VNM 250 devices by connecting the provided power supplies (see

page14). Do not connect the devices to a network.

4. Decide which device will be the system controller. For large systems (more than

10devices, you must use a VN‑Matrix Enterprise Controller. To configure the system

using the Enterprise Controller, see the VN-Matrix Enterprise Controller User Guide at

www.extron.com).

For smaller systems, you may use the Enterprise Controller or a VNM250 unit as the

controller (see Low Level Device Configuration on page 24).

5. Connect the Control connectors of the rear panel Coms port (three poles of the 5‑pole

captive screw connector) to a control computer. Use DataViewer to configure the IP

addresses for both the control port and streaming port, the subnet mask, and gateway

for each unit (see Low Level Device Configuration on page 24).

ATTENTION: Prepare thoroughly before connecting or configuring the VNM250

for an existing network. Contact your network administrator to ensure you

have the correct network information for each device that is being added to the

network. Incorrect connection or configuration may disrupt the network.

NOTE: Extron recommends configuring the IP addresses through the Coms port

on the rear panel. Alternatively, it is possible to use SIS commands (through the

USB on the front panel) or the front panel menu.

6. Connect all the VNM 250 units to the network (see Network Connections on

page15).

NOTES:

• Ensure that the LAN 2 port is connected to the designated streaming

network.

• The control port is used with IP Link or third‑party control devices. A control

port connection is not required for normal operation of the VNM 250 unit.

7. Connect the video sources to the encoders and display equipment to the decoders (see

Video Connections on page 20).

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