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Kramer VP-88ETH User Manual

8x8, 8x4, 8x2, 6x6, 6x4 rgbhv / balanced audio matrix switcher
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Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Models:
VP-88ETH,
VP-84ETH,
VP-82ETH,
VP-66ETH,
VP-64ETH,
8x8 RGBHV / Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher
8x4 RGBHV / Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher
8x2 RGBHV / Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher
6x6 RGBHV / Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher
6x4 RGBHV / Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher

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  • Page 1 Kramer Electronics, Ltd. USER MANUAL Models: VP-88ETH, 8x8 RGBHV / Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher VP-84ETH, 8x4 RGBHV / Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher VP-82ETH, 8x2 RGBHV / Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher VP-66ETH, 6x6 RGBHV / Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher VP-64ETH, 6x4 RGBHV / Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Using the TERM: 75 /TTL Buttons Controlling Several RGBHV / Balanced Audio Matrix Switchers Control Configuration via RS-232 and RS-485 Control Configuration via RS-485 Control Configuration via the ETHERNET Port Technical Specifications Table of Hex Codes for the Master VP-88ETH Communication Protocol...
  • Page 3 Figure 4: VP-66ETH 6x6 RGBHV / Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher Figure 5: VP-64ETH 6x4 RGBHV / Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher Figure 6: Connecting the VP-88ETH 8x8 RGBHV / Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher Figure 7: Connecting the Balanced Stereo Audio Input/Output...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    GROUP 6: Accessories and Rack Adapters; GROUP 7: Scan Converters and Scalers; and GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors 2 Available in the following models: VP-88ETH (an 8x8 model), VP-84ETH (an 8x4 model), VP-82ETH (an 8x2 model), VP-66ETH (a 6x6 model), and/or VP-64ETH (a 6x4 model) 3 Downloadable from our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com...
  • Page 5 Getting Started KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...

  • Page 6: Overview

    RS-485 or RS-232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system, PC, or other serial controller ETHERNET The Kramer RC-IR2 Infra-Red Remote Control Transmitter An external remote IR receiver (optional), see section 4.1 The VP-88ETH/VP-84ETH/VP-82ETH/VP-66ETH/VP-64ETH is dependable, rugged and fits into three vertical spaces (3U) of a standard 19" rack.

  • Page 7: Your Rgbhv / Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher

    (often associated with low quality cables) Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances and position your Kramer VP-88ETH / VP-84ETH / VP-82ETH / VP-66ETH / VP-64ETH away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust Your RGBHV / Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher...

  • Page 8: Figure 1: Vp-88Eth 8X8 Rgbhv / Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher

    Your RGBHV / Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher Figure 1: VP-88ETH 8x8 RGBHV / Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher...

  • Page 9: Figure 2: Vp-84Eth 8X4 Rgbhv / Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher

    Your RGBHV / Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher Figure 2: VP-84ETH 8x4 RGBHV / Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...

  • Page 10: Figure 3: Vp-82Eth 8X2 Rgbhv / Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher

    Your RGBHV / Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher Figure 3: VP-82ETH 8x2 RGBHV / Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher...

  • Page 11: Figure 4: Vp-66Eth 6X6 Rgbhv / Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher

    Your RGBHV / Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher Figure 4: VP-66ETH 6x6 RGBHV / Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...

  • Page 12: Figure 5: Vp-64Eth 6X4 Rgbhv / Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher

    Your RGBHV / Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher Figure 5: VP-64ETH 6x4 RGBHV / Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher...

  • Page 13: Table 1: The Rgbhv / Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher Front Panel Features

    Press ALL followed by an INPUT button to connect that input to all the outputs 1 VP-88ETH has 8 inputs and 8 outputs; VP-84ETH has 8 inputs and 4 outputs; VP-82ETH has 8 inputs and 2 outputs; VP-66ETH has 6 inputs and 6 outputs; VP-64ETH has 6 inputs and 4 outputs...

  • Page 14: Table 2: The Rgbhv / Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher Rear Panel Features

    Connects to the external sync source 1 VP-88ETH has 8 inputs and 8 outputs; VP-84ETH has 8 inputs and 4 outputs; VP-82ETH has 8 inputs and 2 outputs; VP-66ETH has 6 inputs and 6 outputs; VP-64ETH has 6 inputs and 4 outputs 2 The ground connection is sometimes connected to the shield of the RS-485 cable.

  • Page 15: Using The Ir Transmitter

    Transmitter, via an external remote IR receiver (optional), or via RS-485 or RS-232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system, PC, or other serial controller. 1 From this section on, all the information is relevant to the VP-88ETH, VP-84ETH, VP-82ETH, VP-66ETH and VP-64ETH machines, unless noted otherwise 2 P/N: C-A35M/IRR-50...

  • Page 16: Installing In A Rack

    Pay particular attention to situations where power electricity is supplied indirectly (when the power cord If you are using a Kramer rack is not plugged directly into the socket in the wall), for adapter kit (for a machine that is not example, when using an extension cable or a power 19"), see the Rack Adapters user...

  • Page 17: Connecting The Rgbhv / Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher

    “Y” and the Green for “C”) then the output channels should be used similarly (Red for “Y” and Green for “C”) 1 Switch off the power on each device before connecting it to your VP-88ETH. After connecting your VP-88ETH, switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device...

  • Page 18: Figure 6: Connecting The Vp-88Eth 8X8 Rgbhv / Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher

    Connecting the RGBHV / Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher Figure 6: Connecting the VP-88ETH 8x8 RGBHV / Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher...

  • Page 19: Connecting The Balanced/Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input/Output

    A balanced input/output connection (see Figure 7) An unbalanced audio input (see Figure 8) An unbalanced source to the balanced input on the VP-88ETH (see Figure 9) Figure 7 illustrates how to wire a balanced input/output connection: Figure 7: Connecting the Balanced Stereo Audio Input/Output...

  • Page 20: Controlling Via Rs-232 (For Example, Using A Pc)

    If a Shielded cable is used, connect the shield to PIN 5 Figure 10: Connecting a PC without using a Null-modem Adapter 1 When connecting a single VP-88ETH unit via RS-232, set the SELF ADDRESS # dipswitches to SELF ADDRESS # 1, according to Table 4...

  • Page 21: Controlling Via Rs-485

    “G” (Ground) PIN on one of the units (for example, on the RC-3000) 2. Set the SELF ADDRESS # dipswitches on the VP-88ETH unit to a SELF ADDRESS # between 2 and 8, according to section 6.5.1. Do not set as SELF ADDRESS # 1 (the Master).

  • Page 22: Controlling The Vp-88Eth Via The Ethernet Port

    Connecting the ETHERNET Port directly to a PC (Crossover Cable) You can connect the Ethernet port of the VP-88ETH 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 default...

  • Page 23: Connecting Via A Straight-Through Cable

    Figure 13: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window 6.4.2 Connecting via a Straight-Through Cable You can connect the ETHERNET of the VP-88ETH to the Ethernet port on a network hub or network router, via a straight-through cable with RJ-45 connectors. 6.4.3 Configuring the Ethernet Port After connecting the Ethernet port, you have to install and configure it.

  • Page 24: Setting The Vp-88Eth Dipswitches

    Connecting the RGBHV / Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher 6.5 Setting the VP-88ETH Dipswitches This section describes the machine set-up and dipswitch selection. Figure 14 illustrates the factory default dipswitches and Table 3 describes them. Figure 14: VP-88ETH Dipswitches Table 3: Dipswitch Settings...

  • Page 25: Setting The Self Address Dipswitches

    VP-88ETH units are controlled by a PC or serial controller. Set the SELF ADDRESS on a VP-88ETH unit via DIPS 1, 2, and 3, according to Table 4. When using a stand-alone VP-88ETH unit, set the SELF ADDRESS to 1 When connecting more than one VP-88ETH unit, set the first machine (the Master) connected via RS-232, as SELF ADDRESS # 1.

  • Page 26: Operating Your Vp-88Eth Machine

    The front panel buttons RS-232/RS-485 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system, PC, or other serial controller ETHERNET The Kramer RC-IR2 Infra-Red Remote Control Transmitter 7.1 Displaying the Unit Characteristics The VP-88ETH 7-segment Display shows the selected audio or video input switched to the marked output.

  • Page 27: Choosing The Audio-Follow-Video Or Breakaway Option

    7.4 Confirming Settings You can choose to work in the At Once or the Confirm mode. When the VP-88ETH operates in the At Once mode, pressing an OUTPUT-INPUT combination implements the switch immediately. In the Confirm mode, the TAKE button must be pressed to authorize the switch.

  • Page 28: Toggling Between The At Once And Confirm Modes

    Operating Your VP-88ETH Machine The Confirm Mode In the Confirm mode: You can key-in several actions and then confirm them by pressing the TAKE button, to simultaneously activate the multiple switches Every action requires user confirmation, to protect against erroneous switching...

  • Page 29: Storing/Recalling Input/Output Configurations

    To reset the machine, press INPUT buttons 1, 2 and 3 simultaneously. The machine resets itself and a 7-segment self-test is automatically performed. 1 For VP-88ETH, VP-84ETH and VP-82ETH, up to 8 input/output configurations; for VP-66ETH and VP-64ETH, up to 6 input/output configurations...

  • Page 30: Using The Term: 75 /Ttl Buttons

    RS-485. 8.1 Control Configuration via RS-232 and RS-485 To control up to eight VP-88ETH units – with control from a PC or serial controller – via RS-232 and RS-485, as Figure 15 illustrates, do the following: 1. Connect the video sources and acceptors, the appropriate audio sources and acceptors, and the power cord to each VP-88ETH unit.

  • Page 31: Figure 15: Control Configuration Via Rs-232 And Rs-485

    Controlling Several RGBHV / Balanced Audio Matrix Switchers Figure 15: Control Configuration via RS-232 and RS-485 KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...

  • Page 32: Control Configuration Via Rs-485

    RC-3000) 1 Previously known as VS-3000 2 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VP-88ETH. After connecting your VP-88ETH, switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device 3 Refer to the RC-3000 user manual for details of how to terminate the RS-485 line...

  • Page 33: Control Configuration Via The Ethernet Port

    To control several units via the ETHERNET, connect the Master unit (SELF ADDRESS # 1) via the ETHERNET port to the LAN port of your PC. Using your PC, initially configure the settings as described in section 6.4.3. KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...

  • Page 34: Technical Specifications

    Table 5 includes the technical specifications: Table 5: Technical Specifications of the RGBHV / Balanced Audio Matrix Switchers INPUTS: VP-88ETH, VP-84ETH and VP82-ETH: 8x3 video (RGB): 0.7 Vpp/75ohm, on BNC connectors; 1 Sync Genlock with sync select switch 1Vpp/75ohm on a BNC connector 8x2 Hs &...

  • Page 35: Table Of Hex Codes For The Master Vp-88Eth

    Table of Hex Codes for the Master VP-88ETH 10 Table of Hex Codes for the Master VP-88ETH Table 6 shows the “HEX” codes for switching the master VP-88ETH. Table 6: Hex Codes for Switching the Master VP-88ETH IN 1 IN 2...

  • Page 36: Communication Protocol

    Communication Protocol 11 Communication Protocol Communication with the VP-88ETH uses four bytes of information as defined below. Data is transferred at 9600 baud with no parity, 8 data bits and 1 stop bit. Table 7: Protocol Definitions DESTIN INSTRUCTION ATION...
  • Page 37 When the PC sends one of the commands in this group to the switcher, then, if the instruction is valid, the switcher replies by sending to the PC the same four bytes that it sent (except for the first byte, where the DESTINATION bit is set "high"). KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...
  • Page 38 Communication Protocol NOTE 3 - The reply to a "REQUEST" instruction is as follows: the same instruction and INPUT codes as were sent are returned, and the OUTPUT is assigned the value of the requested parameter. The replies to instructions 10 and 11 are as per the definitions in instructions 7 and 8 respectively.
  • Page 39 EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES The liability of Kramer for any effective products is limited to the repair or replacement of the product at our option. Kramer shall not be liable for: 1. Damage to other property caused by defects in this product, damages based upon inconvenience, loss of use of the product, loss of time, commercial loss;...
  • Page 40 For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors, visit our Web site: www.kramerelectronics.com, where updates to this user manual may be found. We welcome your questions, comments and feedback. Safety Warning: Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening/servicing.

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