Extron Electronics VN-MATRIX User Guide - Manual (Page 20)

Section 1: Introduction VN-MATRIX User Guide
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Rear Panel Features
12V DC
REG
COM 1 COM 2
IN
OUT
PERIPH PC OUT DVI-I IN DVI-I I II 6A MAX
ES3401
DIGITAL
AUDIO
KEYBOARD CONNECTORS
(PS/2)
POWER
SUPPLY
INPUT
NETWORK
CONNECTORS
MOUSE CONNECTORS
(PS/2)
SERIAL I/O CONNECTORS
(RS-232)
MONITOR CONNECTORS
(DVI-I)
Mouse COM 1
Keyboard Monitor
Computer COM 2
Computer Computer
DIGITAL
AUDIO
CONNECTORS
Full details of connector types, pin-outs and specifications can be found in Section 5:Technical Data.
Briefly, these are as follows:
Power Supply Input
The VN-MATRIX requires a 12V DC regulated power supply (rated at 6A) via this connector.
A suitable mains-operated power supply unit (PSU) is provided.
Network Connectors
These are used to connect the VN-MATRIX to an Ethernet network. Typically NETWORK I is used for
data streaming and device configuration (using the Web Interface). NETWORK II port is reserved for
future use and special applications.
Keyboard Connectors
Standard PS/2 connectors, used to connect the VN-MATRIX between the source computer and its
keyboard.
Mouse Connectors
Standard PS/2 connectors, used to connect the VN-MATRIX between the source computer and its
mouse.
Monitor Connectors
Standard DVI-I connectors, used to connect the VN-MATRIX between the source computer and its
monitor. Compatible with both digital and analog sources – see Source Compatibility (page 11).
Serial I/O Connectors
Standard 9-pin connectors used to establish a serial data link between the VN-MATRIX and an
external computer. COM1 is typically used to configure the unit via a serial link. COM2 is typically
used for sending or receiving serial data across a network.