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- Page 1 Kramer Electronics, Ltd. USER MANUAL Model: VS-3232A 32x32 Audio Matrix Switcher...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
The Follow-System versus the Master/Slave Configuration Setups Assembling a Multi-channel Audio Switcher Connecting the VS-3232A as a Companion to the VS-3232V(xl) Connecting the VS-3232A as a Companion to a Multi-channel Video Switcher 19 DIP-switch Settings 7.5.1 Setting the Machine # Connecting a Control Interface 7.6.1... - Page 3 Figure 3: Rear Panel VS-3232A 32x32 Audio Matrix Switcher Figure 4: Connecting the VS-3232A Audio Matrix Switcher Figure 5: Connecting a Balanced VS-3232A Stereo Audio Input and Output Figure 6: Connecting an Unbalanced VS-3232A Stereo Audio Input Figure 7: Connecting an Unbalanced VS-3232A Stereo Audio Output...
- Page 4 Figure 11: Configuring a 4-channel 32x32 Switcher with Two VS-3232A Switchers Figure 12: Connecting the VS-3232A as a Companion to the VS-3232Vxl Figure 13: Connecting the VS-3232A as a Companion to a Multi-channel Switcher Figure 14: DIP-switches Figure 15: Connecting a PC to two VS-3232A Units...
- Page 5 Contents Tables Table 1: Front Panel VS-3232A 32x32 Audio Matrix Switcher Features Table 2: VS-3232A Keypad Selector Buttons Functions Table 3: Rear Panel VS-3232A 32x32 Audio Matrix Switcher Features Table 4: Follow-System versus the Master/Slave Configuration Setup Table 5: DIP-switch Settings for VS-3232A and VS-3232V(xl) Switchers...
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Page 6: Introduction
Scan Converters and Scalers; GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors; GROUP 9: Room Connectivity; GROUP 10: Accessories and Rack Adapters; GROUP 11: Sierra Products 2 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com 3 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com... - Page 7 Getting Started KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...
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Page 8: Overview
Overview Overview The VS-3232A is a high-performance 32x32 matrix switcher (router) for analog balanced stereo audio signals. The unit can route any or all inputs to any or all outputs simultaneously. The VS-3232A features: • Clean switching (noise free) • Level control for each input and output •... -
Page 9: Figure 1: Front Panel Vs-3232A 32X32 Audio Matrix Switcher
Your Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher TAKE LOCK MENU Figure 1: Front Panel VS-3232A 32x32 Audio Matrix Switcher KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY... -
Page 10: Table 1: Front Panel Vs-3232A 32X32 Audio Matrix Switcher Features
Table 1: Front Panel VS-3232A 32x32 Audio Matrix Switcher Features Feature Function IR Receiver The red LED is illuminated when receiving signals from the Kramer infrared remote control transmitter POWER Switch Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF... -
Page 11: Figure 2: Vs-3232A Keypad Selector Buttons
(as the LCD display is only large enough to show 13 cross-points out of a total of 32). Most keypad buttons have more than one function, as defined in Table Table 2: VS-3232A Keypad Selector Buttons Functions Keypad # Function – Press ALL followed by an input number to connect that input to all the outputs LEFT –... -
Page 12: Figure 3: Rear Panel Vs-3232A 32X32 Audio Matrix Switcher
Your Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher Figure 3: Rear Panel VS-3232A 32x32 Audio Matrix Switcher... -
Page 13: Using The Ir Transmitter
Your Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher Table 3: Rear Panel VS-3232A 32x32 Audio Matrix Switcher Features Feature Function INPUT Terminal Block Connect to the balanced stereo audio sources (from 1 to 32) Connectors OUTPUT Terminal Block Connect to the balanced stereo audio acceptors (from 1 to 32) -
Page 14: Installing The Vs-3232A In A Rack
Installing the VS-3232A in a Rack Installing the VS-3232A in a Rack This section describes what to do before installing on a rack and how to rack mount. -
Page 15: Connecting A Single Vs-3232A 32X32 Audio Matrix Switcher
Figure 4: Connecting the VS-3232A Audio Matrix Switcher 1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VS-3232A 2 You do not have to connect all the inputs and the outputs. In this example only two inputs (two DAT players) and two... -
Page 16: Connecting The Balanced/Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input/Output
Figure 6 • An unbalanced Stereo Audio Output, see Figure 7 Figure 5: Connecting a Balanced VS-3232A Stereo Audio Input and Output Figure 6: Connecting an Unbalanced VS-3232A Stereo Audio Input Figure 7: Connecting an Unbalanced VS-3232A Stereo Audio Output... -
Page 17: Vs-3232A 32X32 Audio Matrix Switcher Configurations
VS-3232A 32x32 Audio Matrix Switcher Configurations VS-3232A 32x32 Audio Matrix Switcher Configurations The VS-3232A belongs to a series of 32x32 matrix switchers, including the VS-3232V and the VS-3232Vxl, and as such, can interconnect with them. The following sections describe: • The VS-3232A configuration setups (see Section 7.1... -
Page 18: Figure 8: Connecting In The Follow-System Configuration Setup
FOLLOW state. DIP 5 defines whether the VS-3232A unit can communicate with other switchers via a common control line. Set DIP 5 to: •... -
Page 19: The Master/Slave Configuration Setup
The unit set in SLAVE mode Front panel completely LOCKED However, during normal operation, the display on the Slave VS-3232A unit dynamically shows all the changes that were made in the Master VS-3232A unit. The front panel control is managed via the Master unit, on which the front panel buttons are unlocked and the LCD display illuminates. -
Page 20: Figure 9: Connecting In The Master/Slave Configuration Setup
DIP 5 is set to OFF on all three switchers and DIP 6 is set to OFF on the CV VS-3232Vxl switcher (the Master) and to ON on the two VS-3232A audio switchers (the Slaves). All... -
Page 21: The Follow-System Versus The Master/Slave Configuration Setups
DIP 5 is set to ON on all the units. DIP 6 is set to OFF on the CV VS-3232Vxl switcher and on the A1 English language VS-3232A audio switcher. DIP 6 is set to ON on the A2 French language VS-3232A audio switcher. -
Page 22: Assembling A Multi-Channel Audio Switcher
When turning the system ON, the Slave unit initialization sequence automatically follows the Master unit initialization sequence. Master Slave … … INPUTS OUTPUTS (A, B, C, D) (A, B, C, D) Figure 11: Configuring a 4-channel 32x32 Switcher with Two VS-3232A Switchers... -
Page 23: Connecting The Vs-3232A As A Companion To The Vs-3232V(Xl)
VS-3232A 32x32 Audio Matrix Switcher Configurations 7.3 Connecting the VS-3232A as a Companion to the VS-3232V(xl) You can connect the VS-3232A as an analog audio companion to the VS-3232Vxl 32x32 Video Matrix Switcher, as illustrated in the example in Figure... -
Page 24: Connecting The Vs-3232A As A Companion To A Multi-Channel Video Switcher
VS-3232A 32x32 Audio Matrix Switcher Configurations 7.4 Connecting the VS-3232A as a Companion to a Multi-channel Video Switcher You can connect the VS-3232A to a multi-channel system such as a switcher for YUV (RGB) by combining three VS-3232Vxl units Y/G Channel Switcher - Master (... -
Page 25: Dip-Switch Settings
Connect the communication line between the switchers via the RS-232 or RS-485 control interface as section 7.6 describes. 7.5 DIP-switch Settings By default all the DIP-switches are set to OFF. Configure the VS-3232A by setting the eight DIP-switches as Figure 14... -
Page 26: Setting The Machine
RS-232 control interface and not via the RS-485 control interface. You may transfer from one interface to another via the Kramer VP-43xl Interface Converter . You can choose the RS-232 control interface, if the range is less than 25 meters for each point-to-point connection. -
Page 27: Figure 15: Connecting A Pc To Two Vs-3232A Units
Set DIP 7 ON 3 4 5 6 7 8 Figure 15: Connecting a PC to two VS-3232A Units You can connect any of the following: • The 9-pin D-sub COM port of the PC to a VS-3232A unit (see Section 7.6.1.1 •... -
Page 28: Connecting The Rs-485 Control Interface
VS-3232A 32x32 Audio Matrix Switcher Configurations To connect a PC to the VS-3232A unit, without using a Null-modem adapter: 1. Connect the RS-232 9-pin D-sub port on your PC to the RS-232 IN 9-pin D-sub rear panel port on the Master VS-3232A with a 9-wire cable to the RS-232 9-pin D-sub port on your PC. -
Page 29: Figure 17: Connecting The Rs-485 Connectors Between Vs-3232A/Vs-3232V(Xl) Units
Figure 17 illustrates: 1. Connect the “A” PIN on the first VS-3232A unit to the “A” PIN on the VS-3232Vxl unit and to all the other video units. 2. Connect the “B” PIN on the first VS-3232A unit to the “B” PIN on the VS-3232Vxl unit and to all the other video units. -
Page 30: Setting The Sync
DIP 8 ON Figure 18: RS-485 Control Interface and SYNC Connections 7.7 Setting the Sync You can set the VS-3232A to switch simultaneously with video (a sync derived from another 32x32 or 16x16 series switcher) via the RS-485 sync terminal block connector... -
Page 31: Controlling Via The Ethernet
7.8.1 Connecting the ETHERNET Port directly to a PC (Crossover Cable) You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS-3232A 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 32: Connecting The Ethernet Port Via A Network Hub (Straight-Through Cable)
Figure 20: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window 7.8.2 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub (Straight-Through Cable) You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS-3232A to the Ethernet port on a network hub or network router, via a straight-through cable with RJ-45 connectors. -
Page 33: Operating Your Video Matrix Switcher
VS-3232A 32 x 32 Stereo Audio matrix Restore last setup... Figure 21: Default Startup Status Display Sequence The front panel of the VS-3232A includes a numerical keyboard within the Keypad area . This keypad includes the numbers from 0 to 9 and lets you enter both the output and input numbers. -
Page 34: Viewing The Display
8.2 Using the Keypad Buttons Since the VS-3232A has 32 inputs and outputs (and up to 59 setups that can be recalled), it can handle two digit numbers as well as one digit numbers (for numbers under 10). -
Page 35: Toggling Between The At Once And Confirm Modes
• Several inputs to several outputs (see Section 8.4.2 • One input to all outputs (see Section 8.4.3 1 Failure to press the TAKE button within half minute (the Timeout) will abort the action 2 For about 2 seconds KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY... -
Page 36: Switching One Input To One Output
In 27 => Press the blinking TAKE button to switch the input to the output 8.4.2 Switching Several Inputs to Several Outputs In the At Once mode, the VS-3232A will execute each OUT-IN combination separately (see Section 8.4.1). If you want to switch several inputs to several outputs simultaneously, it is necessary to operate the machine in the Confirm mode. -
Page 37: Switching One Input To All Outputs
8.4.6 Clearing all Outputs All the outputs can be cleared only through the configuration menu (see Section 1 The ALL, OFF, STO and RCL buttons 2 Turning OFF the output/s, that is no input is routed to the output/s KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY... -
Page 38: Storing And Recalling Setups
Operating Your Video Matrix Switcher 8.5 Storing and Recalling Setups You can store up to 59 settings in the non-volatile memory with the ability to recall each of those settings. A stored and recalled setup includes the cross-point connections as well as the audio level for all the 32 inputs and 32 outputs. -
Page 39: Recalling Setups
1 When trying to recall a setup beyond 59, the LCD display shows the following message: 2 That is, a setup # for which no setup is actually stored 3 The same as in step 2 above KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY... -
Page 40: Choosing The Follow Or The Breakaway Modes
The VS-3232A unit will function in the FOLLOW-System mode if at least one other VS-3232A unit is set to the FOLLOW-System mode and these units interconnect via an RS-232 and/or RS-485 communication line. To set the VS-3232A unit to function in the FOLLOW-System mode: 1. - Page 41 The FOLLOW stops blinking and then illuminates, the BREAKAWAY button no longer illuminates and the LCD display restores its last content. If the cross-points status of the VS-3232A is different from the other online switchers in the FOLLOW-System mode, the FOLLOW button stops blinking...
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Page 42: Using The Lock Button
8.8 Using the LOCK Button To prevent changing the settings accidentally or tampering with the unit via the front panel buttons, lock your VS-3232A. Unlocking releases the protection mechanism. To toggle the status of the machine, press and hold the LOCK button for about 2 seconds. - Page 43 9. Upon completion of the adjustment, the LCD displays the following: Continue Volume Setup? YES - ENT ESC - NO If you want to adjust other input or output channels, press ENT. Do the same to adjust any of the output levels (from 0dB to -100dB). KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...
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Page 44: The Menu Commands
The MENU Commands The MENU Commands The menu lets you configure the VS-3232A to best suit your needs. To enter the configuration menu, press the menu button three times. The MENU button illuminates. And the following message appears on the LCD... -
Page 45: Figure 22: Setting The Sync Configuration (An Example)
Section 9.5 • Store DEFAULT setup (see Section 9.6 • Set the initializing sequence delay time (see Section 9.7 • Indication of the current Firmware version (see Section 9.8 • TOTAL RESET options (see Section 9.9) KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY... -
Page 46: Selecting The Audio Switching Method
The MENU Commands 9.1 Selecting the Audio Switching Method Table 9 summarizes the audio switching method configuration options: Table 9: Audio Switching Method Configuration Menu Press: To select: After the change, the LCD displays: FADE Out-In (Clean Audio Switching set to FADE Out-In (Clean switching) switching) (this mode is preferred for a standalone unit). -
Page 47: Selecting The Interface Reply Configuration
Table 13: PROTOCOL Configuration Menu Press: To select: After the change, the LCD displays: HEXadecimal, for setting the protocol Communication protocol set to HEX KRAMER- to HEX KRAMER-2000 2000 ASCII, for setting the protocol Communication protocol set to ASCII – SIERRA ASCII –... -
Page 48: Selecting The Initialization Sequence Delay Time For A Slave Unit
The MENU Commands 9.7 Selecting the Initialization Sequence Delay Time for a Slave Unit When several VS-3232A units are used together, it is necessary to set up the delay time of each slave unit. To configure the Initialization sequence delay time 1. -
Page 49: Selecting The Total Reset Option
• All the interfaces are set to ON • The interface Reply is set to Reply • The interface protocol is set to Hex Kramer 2000 • The default setup is set to the Factory default KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY... -
Page 50: Flash Memory Upgrade
Files\Kramer Flash). 3. Create a shortcut on your desktop to the file: “FLIP.EXE”. 10.1.2 Connecting the PC to the RS-232 Port Before installing the latest Kramer firmware version on a VS-3232A unit, do the following: 1. Turn the unit OFF. -
Page 51: Upgrading Firmware
Figure 24: Atmel – Flip Window 3. Press the keyboard shortcut key F2 (or select the “Select” command from the Device menu, or press the integrated circuit icon in the upper right corner of the window). The “Device Selection” window appears: KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY... -
Page 52: Figure 25: Device Selection Window
Flash Memory Upgrade Figure 25: Device Selection Window 4. Click the button next to the name of the device and select from the list: AT89C51ED2: AT89C51ED2 T89C51RD2 Figure 26: Device Selection window 5. Click OK and select “Load Hex” from the File menu. -
Page 53: Figure 27: Loading The Hex
Figure 27: Loading the Hex 6. The Open File window opens. Select the correct HEX file that contains the updated version of the firmware for VS-3232A (for example 32M_V1p2.hex) and click Open. 7. Press the keyboard shortcut key F3 (or select the “Communication / RS232”... -
Page 54: Figure 29: Atmel – Flip Window (Connected)
Flash Memory Upgrade Verify that in the Buffer Information column, the “HEX File: VS3232A.hex” appears. Figure 29: Atmel – Flip Window (Connected) 9. Click Run. After each stage of the operation is completed, the check-box for that stage becomes colored green When the operation is completed, all 4 check-boxes will be colored green and the status bar message: Memory Verify Pass appears Figure 30: Atmel –... -
Page 55: Ethernet Flash Memory Upgrade
Before installing the latest Kramer Ethernet firmware version on the VS-3232A, do the following: 1. Connect the RS-232 IN 9-pin D-sub port (COM 1) on the VS-3232A to a Null-modem adapter and connect the Null-modem adapter with a 9-wire flat cable to the RS-232 9-pin D-sub COM port on your PC. -
Page 56: Upgrading Firmware
5. Wait until downloading is completed and the red Send button turns off. 6. Disconnect the power on the VS-3232A. 7. Release the ETHERNET FLASH button on the rear panel. 8. Connect the power on your machine. 1 To which the VS-3232A is connected on your PC... -
Page 57: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications 11 Technical Specifications Table 16 includes the technical specifications: Table 16: Technical Specifications of the VS-3232A Video Matrix Switcher INPUTS: 32 balanced stereo inputs on 5-pin detachable terminal block connectors OUTPUTS: 32 balanced stereo outputs on 5-pin detachable terminal block connectors INPUT IMPEDANCE: >10kΩ... -
Page 58: Audio Performance Graphs
This section describes the audio performance of the left and right signals 1,2,3 output from the VS-3232A Out put Vol um e Figure 32: Frequency Response (Bandwidth) of the VS-3232A THD+N Figure 33: THD+N of the VS-3232A THD+N Output Level... -
Page 59: Communication Protocols
Communication Protocols Out put Level Input Level Figure 35: Linearity of the VS-3232A Figure 36: Spectrum Plot of the Output Signal for a 1kHz, 4dBu Input 12 Communication Protocols Using the menu, you can select the: • Kramer 2000 communication protocol (see Section 12.1... -
Page 60: Table 17: Hex Table (In 1-32 To Out 1-16)
Communication Protocols Table 17: Hex Table (IN 1-32 to OUT 1-16) - Page 61 Communication Protocols KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...
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Page 62: Table 18: Hex Table (In 1-32 To Out 17-32)
Communication Protocols Table 18: Hex Table (IN 1-32 to OUT 17-32) - Page 63 Communication Protocols KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...
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Page 64: Audio Gain/Attenuation Commands
Communication Protocols 12.2 Audio Gain/Attenuation Commands You can increase or decrease the volume input/output level step-by-step or by setting it to the desired value. To increase or decrease the volume input/output level step-by-step, use the following command: 24 (18hex) I/O# OP Mach#: I/O# input/output number (0 = all) 0 –... -
Page 65: Ascii (Sierra) Protocol For 3232A Series Switcher
The command: ** Q!! returns the following string: ** QVS-3232A~V1.2~ OK !! indicating that the router name is VS-3232A and current software version is 1.2 1 The machine will remain as ASCII after cycling power KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY... - Page 66 Communication Protocols "L": Matrix Size and Level Names Inquiry The command "L" requests that matrix size and level name information be returned to the host The command: ** L!! returns the following string: ** L32,1,32,AUDIO~~ OK !! indicating that the router consists 32 outputs, 1 level and 32 inputs and the level name is AUDIO.
- Page 67 The command "T" is used to recall a salvo, which is a series of connect commands for previously stored status with the "P" command The command: **T29!! restores full matrix setup from address 29 (1-59) of non-volatile memory and return the following string: ** OK !! KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...
- Page 68 Left and Right channels separately (thus solving the Balance issue). If the matrix is controlled from the front panel or the communication Kramer 2000 protocol, the real gain value for left and right channels could be different. Note that when using the ASCII protocol, the real value that is returned for a query command is received from the left channel.
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- Page 70 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.