VM4HD Installation and User Guide 1
Table of Contents Important Safety Information CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO Overview.................................................................................... 3 NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS Connecting to a display device.................................................. 3 INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE Connecting an external video source........................................4 PERSONNEL. Connecting to a network..................................
• • • • • • • Use only the power source marked on the unit. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other, a grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the outdated obsolete outlet.
Overview The VM4HD is a network enabled high definition digital signage device capable of generating dynamic video content based on user defined presentations. The VM4HD connects to any display device that accepts standard definition (SD), enhanced definition (ED) or high definition (HD) video via the onboard video connectors. In addition to standalone operation, the VM4HD can genlock to external video sources to allow additional media to be superimposed onto the display.
VM4HD will output composite video. 4. Composite Output The composite output of the VM4HD is capable of sending SD video signals only. When composite output is chosen, any of the three video output connectors may be used to output a composite video signal. Connecting to a network Connecting an external video source The VM4HD connects to an external video source using the video input, and stereo audio input connectors.
Once programmed with a presentation, the VM4HD will operate 8 – SD video source. This LED will be on if the VM4HD is unassisted. When power is applied, the presentation will genlocking to an external video source, and the detected format is automatically start. When power is removed, the presentation stored SD. in flash memory is safe. 9 – Internal video.
display device. Turn on the VM4HD, and wait for it to boot, approximately 30 seconds. Press the button to display the VM4HD setup menu as shown below. Use the and buttons to navigate the menu. Press the button to enter a sub-menu, and press the button to exit a sub-menu. Press the button from anywhere within the menu to immediately exit the menu. Note – changes will be discarded if the menu is exit while a parameter is being edited. Press the button to begin editing the time.
a working network with internet access and a DHCP server. To perform a firmware upgrade, turn on the VM4HD while holding the button. All of the LEDs on the front panel will flash several times to indicate that firmware upgrade mode is being entered, upon which the button may be released. Setting the network options When the firmware upgrade is complete (could take up to 30 minutes), the VM4HD will automatically reboot and resume normal operation.
20 watt typical, 35 watt max Hardware Specifications Video Output 3 x BNC Component YPbPr, S-Video, or Composite 1v, 75 ohm source termination 1 x HDMI Type-A full size Mechanical Specifications One Half RU wide, 1RU tall cast aluminum enclosure can be pan mounted, table mounted (rubber feet included) or rack mounted with second unit (coupling kit with rack ears available through distributor) Weight Video Input 3 x BNC Component YPbPr 1v, 75 ohm terminated internally Unit only Shipping Master container
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Trade Name: Model No.: Responsible Party: Address: responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. S&S Research Inc. Video Messenger VM4HD S&S Research Inc. 89 Access Rd.#10 Norwood MA. U.S.A. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
