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KR AMER ELECTRON ICS LT D.
USER MANUAL
MODEL:
VS-42HN
4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher
P/N: 2900-300152 Rev 2

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  • Page 1 KR AMER ELECTRON ICS LT D. USER MANUAL MODEL: VS-42HN 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher P/N: 2900-300152 Rev 2...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Storing and Recalling a Switching Setting from a Preset     Switching Between Protocol 2000 and Protocol 3000     Connecting to the VS-42HN 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher via RS-232     Connecting to the VS-42HN 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher via Ethernet    ...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Scan Converters and Scalers; GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors; GROUP 9: Room Connectivity; GROUP 10: Accessories and Rack Adapters and GROUP 11: Sierra Products. Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VS-42HN 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher, which is ideal for the following typical applications: •...

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Do not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils • Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality • Position your VS-42HN away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust VS-42HN - Getting Started...

  • Page 6: Overview

    Overview The VS-42HN is a high quality 4x2 matrix switcher for HDMI signals. It reclocks and equalizes the signals and can route any input to any or all outputs simultaneously. In particular, the VS-42HN features: • Up to 6.75Gbps data rate (2.25Gbps per graphics channel) Suitable for resolutions up to UXGA and 1080p at 60Hz •...

  • Page 7: Defining The Edid

    The Extended Display Identification Data (EDID) is a data-structure provided by a display, to describe its capabilities to a graphics card (that is connected to the display’s source). The EDID enables the VS-42HN to “know” what kind of monitor is connected to the output. The EDID includes the manufacturer’s name, the product type, the timing data supported by the display, the display size, luminance data and (for digital displays only) the pixel mapping data.

  • Page 8: About Hdcp-General Description

    To protect copyright holders (such as movie studios) from having their programs copied and shared, the HDCP standard provides for the secure and encrypted transmission of digital signals. Defining the VS-42HN 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher Figure 1 Figure 2 define the VS-42HN.

  • Page 9: Figure 1: Vs-42Hn 4X2 Hdmi Matrix Switcher Front Panel

    Figure 1: VS-42HN 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher Front Panel Feature Function IR Receiver Signal receiver for the infrared remote control transmitter TO OUTPUT 2 Press one of the 4 inputs to switch it to Output 2 INPUT SELECTOR Buttons Press one of the 4 inputs to switch it to Output 1...

  • Page 10: Figure 2: Vs-42Hn 4X2 Hdmi Matrix Switcher Rear Panel

    Figure 2: VS-42HN 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher Rear Panel Feature Function IN HDMI Connectors (1 to 4) Connect to up to 4 HDMI sources OUT HDMI Connector (1 to 2) Connect to the first and second HDMI acceptors RS-232 9-pin D-sub Serial Port Connector...

  • Page 11: Using The Ir Transmitter

    This distance can be extended to up to 60 meters when used with three extension cables (Model: C-A35M/A35F-50). Before using the external IR receiver, be sure to arrange for your Kramer dealer to insert the internal IR connection cable (for example, P/N: 505-70434010-S) with the 3.5mm connector that fits into the REMOTE IR opening on the rear panel.

  • Page 12: Installing In A Rack

    Installing in a Rack This section provides instructions for rack mounting the unit. VS-42HN - Installing in a Rack...

  • Page 13: Connecting The Vs-42Hn 4X2 Hdmi Matrix Switcher

    Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your VS-42HN. After connecting your VS-42HN, connect its power and then switch on the power to each device. To connect the VS-42HN 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher as illustrated in the example in Figure 1.

  • Page 14: Figure 3: Connecting The Vs-42Hn 4X2 Hdmi Matrix Switcher

    Figure 3: Connecting the VS-42HN 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher VS-42HN - Connecting the VS-42HN 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher...

  • Page 15: Operating The Vs-42Hn 4X2 Hdmi Matrix Switcher

    For example, to copy the EDID of output 2 to input 3, press the INPUT SELECTOR button 3 on the TO OUTPUT 2 line. 5. Press the LOCK button. The INPUT buttons flash until the EDID is acquired. VS-42HN - Operating the VS-42HN 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher...

  • Page 16: Resetting To The Default Edid

    The RCL button illuminates as well as the current setting input buttons, and the input buttons of the stored setup flash. 2. Press the RCL button once again to recall the stored setting. VS-42HN - Operating the VS-42HN 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher...

  • Page 17: Switching Between Protocol 2000 And Protocol 3000

    6.6.1 Connecting the Ethernet Port directly to a PC You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS-42HN to the Ethernet port on your PC via a crossover cable with RJ-45 connectors. This type of connection is recommended for identification of the factory...

  • Page 18: Figure 4: Local Area Connection Properties Window

    5. Select the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click the Properties Button (see Figure Figure 4: Local Area Connec ion Properties Window 6. Select Use the following IP Address, and fill in the details as shown in Figure 7. Click OK. VS-42HN - Operating the VS-42HN 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher...

  • Page 19: Upgrading The Firmware

    6.6.2 Connecting the Ethernet Port via a Network Hub You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS-42HN to the Ethernet port on a network hub or network router, via a straight through cable with RJ-45 connectors. Upgrading the Firmware For instructions on upgrading the firmware see “Upgrading the VS-42HN Firmware...

  • Page 20: Technical Specifications

    10% to 90%, RHL non-condensing DIMENSIONS: 19” x 7.24” x 1U (W, D, H) WEIGHT: 1.6kg (3.53lbs) approx. ACCESSORIES: Power cord, IR transmitter, rack ”ears” OPTIONS: External remote IR receiver cable Specifications are subject to change without notice at http://www.kramerelectronics.com VS-42HN - Technical Specifications...

  • Page 21: Default Communication Parameters

    Ethernet Default Settings Reset Settings IP Address: 192.168.1.39 Power cycle the unit while holding in the Factory Reset button, located on the rear TCP Port #: 5000 panel of the unit. UDP Port #: 50000 VS-42HN - Default Communication Parameters...

  • Page 22: Default Edid

    1680 x 1050p at 60Hz - VESA STD 1600 x 1200p at 60Hz - VESA STD EIA/CEA-861 Information Revision number..3 IT underscan..... Not supported Basic audio....Supported YCbCr 4:4:4....Supported YCbCr 4 2:2....Supported Native formats... 1 VS-42HN - Default EDID...
  • Page 23 CEC physical address..1 0.0.0 Maximum TMDS clock..165MHz Report information Date generated... 08-Jul-12 Software revision..2 60.0 972 Data source....File Operating system..5.1 2600.2.Service Pack 3 Raw data 00,FF,FF,FF,FF,FF,FF,00,2E,4D,00,02,01,00,00,00,18,14,01,03,81,46,27,78,0A,D5,7C,A3,57,49,9C,25, 11,48,4B,FF,FF,80,81,C0,81,00,95,00,81,40,81,80,90,40,B3,00,A9,40,01,1D,00,72,51,D0,1A,20,6E,28, 55,00,7E,88,42,00,00,1A,02,3A,80,18,71,38,2D,40,58,2C,45,00,C4,8E,21,00,00,1E,00,00,00,FC,00,56, 53,2D,34,32,48,4E,0A,20,20,00,00,00,00,00,00,FD,00,32,55,1F,5E,11,00,0A,20,20,20,20,20,20,01,7B, 02,03,1A,71,47,11,13,05,14,84,10,1F,23,0A,06,04,83,05,00,00,65,03,0C,00,10,00,8C,0A,D0,8A,20,E0, 2D,10,10,3E,96,00,58,C2,21,00,00,18,01,1D,80,18,71,1C,16,20,58,2C,25,00,C4,8E,21,00,00,9E,01,1D, 80,D0,72,1C,16,20,10,2C,25,80,C4,8E,21,00,00,9E,01,1D,00,72,51,D0,1E,20,6E,28,55,00,C4,8E,21,00, 00,1E,01,1D,00,BC,52,D0,1E,20,B8,28,55,40,C4,8E,21,00,00,1E,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,90 VS-42HN - Default EDID...

  • Page 24: Kramer Protocol 2000

    Kramer Protocol 2000 The Kramer Protocol 2-000 RS-232/RS-485 communication uses four bytes of information as defined below. All the values in the table are decimal, unless otherwise stated. DESTINATION INSTRUCTION 1st byte INPUT 2nd byte OUTPUT 3rd byte MACHINE NUMBER...

  • Page 25: Instruction Codes For Protocol 2000

    NOTE 8 - The reply is as in TYPE 3 above, except that here the OUTPUT is assigned with the value 0 if the setup is not defined / no valid input is detected; or 1 if it is defined / valid input is detected. VS-42HN - Kramer Protocol 2000...
  • Page 26 NOTE 16 - The reply to the “REQUEST WHETHER PANEL IS LOCKED” is as in NOTE 4 above, except that here the OUTPUT is assigned with the value 0 if the panel is unlocked, or 1 if it is locked. VS-42HN - Kramer Protocol 2000...

  • Page 27: Protocol 3000

    Protocol 3000 The VS-42HN can be operated using serial commands from a PC, remote controller or touch screen using the Kramer Protocol 3000. This section describes: • Kramer Protocol 3000 syntax (see Section 11.1) • Kramer Protocol 3000 commands (see Section 11.2)
  • Page 28 CRLF – For device messages; carriage return (ASCII 13) + line-feed (ASCII 10) Command chain separator character When a message string contains more than one command, a pipe ( '|' ) character separates each command. Spaces between parameters or command terms are ignored. VS-42HN - Protocol 3000...
  • Page 29 You can directly enter all commands using a terminal with ASCII communications software, such as HyperTerminal, Hercules, etc. Connect the terminal to the serial or Ethernet port on the Kramer device. To enter CR press the Enter key. ( LF is also sent but is ignored by command parser).

  • Page 30: Kramer Protocol 3000 Commands

    Reset device Administrator SIGNAL? Read if input is valid End User Read device serial number End User VERSION? Read device firmware version End User Switch Video only End User VID? Get Video switch state End User VS-42HN - Protocol 3000...
  • Page 32 For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors, visit our Web site where updates to this user manual may be found. We welcome your questions, comments, and feedback. Web site: www.kramerelectronics.com E-mail: info@kramerel.com SAFETY WARNING...

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