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VN-Matrix 300 • Installation and Basic Setup Procedures 17
Basic Setup Procedure
Configuring a VN-Matrix 300 System
Setting up and connecting a VN-Matrix 300 system is best undertaken in three stages.
z Stage 1: Network Communications Setup
Configure the network settings for each device using a PC and serial data link, ensuring
that one device is configured as a controller.
z Stage 2: Connection
Connect each device to the network and connect its associated source or display
equipment.
z Stage 3: System Configuration
Using a PC connected to the same network, access the web interface (served by the
controller) and make a detailed configuration of each device.
CAUTION: Do not proceed with connecting or conguring the VN-Matrix 300 for
an existing network until you are certain you know what you are doing
— incorrect connection or configuration may cause disruption to other
network users.
Network Communications Setup
To establish a serial communications link
z Using a null modem type serial cable (supplied), connect the serial port of a PC to the
COM1 serial port on the VN-Matrix 300 to be congured:
12V DC
REG
6A MAX
COM 1
OUTINLOOP
COM 2
Configure PC
Power Supply
VN 300
Figure 12. Connecting the Serial Port of a PC to the COM1 Serial Port on the
VN-Matrix 300