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- Page 1 Kramer Electronics, Ltd. USER MANUAL Model: VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Quick Start Overview Your VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher Using the IR Transmitter Installing on a Rack Connecting Your VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher Connecting the VS-44HDxl in the Dual-Link Mode Working Mode Setting Dipswitch Setting 6.3.1 Setting the Machine # Dipswitches... - Page 3 Figure 1: VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher Figure 2: Connecting the VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher Figure 3: Connecting the Dual-Link VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher Figure 4: VS-44HDxl SETUP Dipswitches Figure 5: Connecting a PC without using a Null-modem Adapter...
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Page 4: Introduction
GROUP 7: 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 the Internet at this URL: http://www.kramerelectronics.com 3 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com... - Page 5 Getting Started KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...
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Page 6: Overview
GENLOCK reference input. Switching according to the Bi-level or Tri-level Genlock input according to SMPTE RP-168 The VS-44HDxl, which is housed in a 19" 1U rack mountable enclosure, and is fed from a 100-240 VAC universal switching power supply, can be controlled via... -
Page 7: Your Vs-44Hdxl 3G Hd/Sd-Sdi 4X4 Matrix Switcher
Kramer VS-44HDxl away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust Your VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher Figure 1, Table 1, and Table 2 define the VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher. KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY... - Page 9 Your VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher Table 1: Front Panel VS-44HDxl Feature Function IR Receiver The red LED is illuminated when receiving signals from the Infra-red remote control transmitter POWER Switch Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF INPUT SELECTOR Select the input to switch to the output (from 1 to 4).
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Page 10: Using The Ir Transmitter
60 meters when used with three extension cables Before using the external IR receiver, be sure to arrange for your Kramer dealer to insert the internal IR connection cable with the 3.5mm connector that fits into the REMOTE IR opening on the rear panel. -
Page 11: Installing On A Rack
5. The machine is earthed (grounded) in a reliable way power and is connected only to an electricity socket with If you are using a Kramer rack grounding. Pay particular attention to situations where adapter kit (for a machine that is not electricity is supplied indirectly (when the power cord 19"), see the Rack Adapters user... -
Page 12: Connecting Your Vs-44Hdxl 3G Hd/Sd-Sdi 4X4 Matrix Switcher
8. If required, exit the dual-link mode (see section 6.2). 1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VS-44HDxl. After connecting your VS-44HDxl, switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device... -
Page 13: Figure 2: Connecting The Vs-44Hdxl 3G Hd/Sd-Sdi 4X4 Matrix Switcher
Connecting Your VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher Figure 2: Connecting the VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY... -
Page 14: Connecting The Vs-44Hdxl In The Dual-Link Mode
8. Set the machine to the dual-link mode (see section 6.2). 1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VS-44HDxl. After connecting your VS-44HDxl, switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device... -
Page 15: Working Mode Setting
Figure 3: Connecting the Dual-Link VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher 6.2 Working Mode Setting You can set the VS-44HDxl to work in the dual-link mode as follows: To switch to the dual-link mode, press and hold the OFF front panel button... -
Page 16: Dipswitch Setting
The Machine # determines the position of a VS-44HDxl unit, specifying which VS-44HDxl unit is being controlled when several VS-44HDxl units connect to a PC or serial controller. Set the Machine # on a VS-44HDxl unit via SETUP DIPS 1, 2, 3 and 4, according to Table 3. -
Page 17: Controlling Via Rs-232 (For Example, Using A Pc)
Connecting Your VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher 6.4 Controlling via RS-232 (for example, using a PC) To connect a PC to the VS-44HDxl unit, using the Null-modem adapter provided with the machine (recommended): Connect the RS-232 9-pin D-sub rear panel port on the VS-44HDxl unit to... -
Page 18: Controlling Via The Rs-485 Port
VS-44HDxl units. (If using shielded twisted pair cable, the shield is usually connected to the “G” (Ground) PIN of the first unit). 2. Set the first VS-44HDxl unit as MACHINE # 1 and the following seven VS-44HDxl units as MACHINE # 2 to MACHINE # 8, according to Table 3. -
Page 19: Switching Genlocked Video Signals
Connecting the ETHERNET Port directly to a PC (Crossover Cable) You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS-44HDxl 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 20: Figure 7: Local Area Connection Properties Window
Connecting Your VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher 4. Select Properties. The Local Area Connection Properties window appears. 5. Select the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click the Properties Button (see Figure 7). Figure 7: Local Area Connection Properties Window 6. Select Use the following IP address, and fill in the details as shown in Figure 8. -
Page 21: Connecting The Ethernet Port Via A Network Hub (Straight-Through Cable)
6.8.2 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub (Straight- Through Cable) You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS-44HDxl to the Ethernet port on a network hub or network router, via a straight-through cable with RJ-45 connectors. 6.8.3 Configuring the Ethernet Port After connecting the Ethernet port, you have to install and configure it. -
Page 22: Operating The Vs-44Hdxl
Operating the VS-44HDxl Operating the VS-44HDxl You can operate your VS-44HDxl via: The front panel buttons RS-232/RS-485 serial commands transmitted by a PC, touch screen system, or other serial controller The Kramer RC-IR2 Infra-Red Remote Control Transmitter The Infra-red remote extension cable transmitter The ETHERNET 7.1 Switching OUT-IN Combinations... -
Page 23: Switch Out-In Combinations In The Dual-Link Mode
Every action requires user confirmation, protecting against erroneous switching Execution is delayed until the user confirms the action Note that after ten seconds the VS-44HDxl will go to standby mode and the buttons and the 7-segment display will illuminate less brightly. 7.2.1... -
Page 24: Confirming A Switching Action
Operating the VS-44HDxl Actions no longer require user confirmation and the TAKE button no longer illuminates. 7.2.2 Confirming a Switching Action To confirm a switching action (in CONFIRM mode where the TAKE button is illuminated), do the following: 1. Press an OUT-IN combination. -
Page 25: Recalling An Input/Output Configuration
Press the illuminated LOCK button until the LOCK button is no longer illuminated The front panel unlocks 1 Nevertheless, even though the front panel is locked you can still operate via RS-232 or RS-485, as well as via the Kramer IR Remote Control Transmitter KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY... -
Page 26: Technical Specifications
External remote IR receiver cable Table of Hex Codes for Serial Communication Table 5 lists the Hex values for a single machine (MACHINE # 1): Table 5: VS-44HDxl Hex Codes for Switching via RS-232/RS-485 IN/OUT 1 IN/OUT 2 IN/OUT 3... -
Page 27: Kramer Protocol 2000
Kramer Protocol 2000 10 Kramer Protocol 2000 The VS-44HDxl is compatible with Kramer’ s Protocol 2000 (version 0.50) (below). This RS-232/RS-485 communication protocol uses four bytes of information as defined below. For RS-232, a null-modem connection between the machine and controller is used. The default data rate is 9600 baud, with no parity, 8 data bits and 1 stop bit. -
Page 28: Table 7: Instruction Codes For Protocol 2000
Kramer Protocol 2000 For a single machine controlled via the serial port, always set M4…M0 = 1, and make sure that the machine itself is configured as MACHINE NUMBER = 1. Table 7: Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 Note: All values in the table are decimal, unless otherwise stated. - Page 29 (in real-time). For example, if input 3 is detected as invalid, the unit will send the HEX codes If input 7 is detected as valid, then the unit will send HEX codes KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...
- Page 30 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 31 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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