Hall Research VSA-51-R - Manual (Page 5)

Digital AV Room Control System
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1 Introduction
The VSA-51 is the latest addition to Hall Research’s Sw i t c h - Ca t ™ room control product line. It offers true flexibility in
access and control making it ideal for K-12 classrooms, conference rooms and more.
All configuration and control software is embedded in the receiver and served over HTTP to a browser which means you
can access and control the device from a PC, Mac, smart phone, or tablet. Custom programmable commands offer
advanced control of the device and 3
rd
party equipment. Software features include embedded device control, task
scheduling and automation, theft detection, and more. The VSA-51 allows for up to 5 modular input sources (2x VGA, 2x
composite, 1x HDMI) to be switched to a single projector or display along with audio. In addition, auxiliary RS232 and
contact closures can provide advanced control options.
1.1 System Components
The VSA-51 system consists of multiple components. Other than the receiver, all components are optional which offers
flexibility to use only the components necessary. Available components are:
VSA-51-R - System Receiver
The receiver is the central component of the VSA-51. It handles all switching and hosts the web-based software that runs
the system. Input plates and User Interface panels connect directly to and receive power from the receiver.
VSA-UI-DP - User Interface Panel
The VSA-UI-DP is a dual-gang Decora ® plate user interface panel. It has dedicated volume and power controls as well as
8 customizable buttons that can be configured to perform any System Action. The clear button caps are removable,
allowing custom labels to be inserted. The VSA-UI-DP includes an auxiliary serial port (RS-232) for controlling a
secondary serial device. It also includes an IR receiver with pass through terminals for IR signal routing. It can also
generate IR commands for the most popular IR standards (customer should know the format of IR standard and IR code).
VSA-UI-8 - 8 Button User Interface Expansion
The VSA-UI-8 is an optional 8 port expansion module for the User Interface Panel. Generally it is used to control other
devices such as DVR or External Switchers. The buttons can be programmed to issue RS-232 to either of the 2 ports, IR,
command, control discrete (contact closure/open collector) output states, and more.
VSA-H-DP - HDMI and Audio Sender Plate
The VSA-H-DP is a modular input plate that sends HDMI and audio to the receiver via 2x UTP cables. Note that since the
Receiver has a built in amplifier, all input Decora
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plates need to have their own audio source. Since HDMI has digital
audio embedded in the PC, you may have to setup your source to output separate R/L audio.
VSA-V-DP - VGA/YPbPr and Audio Sender Plate
The VSA-V-DP is a modular input plate that sends VGA or YPbPr and audio to the receiver via 2x UTP cables. It also
features a local output for directing video and audio back to a local console. The VSA-51 System can accommodate up to
2x VSA-V-DP inputs.
VSA-C-DP - Composite Video and Audio Sender Plate
The VSA-C-DP is a modular input plate that sends composite video and audio to the receiver via a single UTP cable. The
VSA-51 System can accommodate up to 2x VSA-C-DP inputs.
VSA-MNT - Ceiling Projector Mount w/Receiver Bay
The VSA-MNT is a ceiling projector drop mount with locking cage. The projector mount is universally compatible with most
projectors. The VSA-51-R mounts inside the cage keeping connections securely fastened and all electronics below the
ceiling.
VSA-PGSNS - Non-Invasive Priority Page Sensor
The VSA-PGSNS is an optional kit to enable non-invasive Page Sense Mute feature.