Introduction Welcome to Kramer Electronics! Since 1981, Kramer Electronics has been providing a world of unique, creative, and affordable solutions to the vast range of problems that confront video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting professionals on a daily basis. In recent years, we have redesigned and upgraded most of our...
Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality Position your Kramer VS-311H away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust This equipment is to be used only inside a building. It may only be connected to other equipment that is installed inside a building.
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5-pin terminal block connector The VS-311H can operate either in the manual mode or in the auto mode. In the manual mode, the VS-311H acts as a regular switcher, switching the input video and audio signals to the output via the three front panel INPUT SELECT buttons.
Defining the VS-311H Automatic HDMI/Audio Switcher This section defines the VS-311H. Figure 1: VS-311H Automatic HDMI/Audio Switcher Feature Function IR Receiver The red LED lights when receiving signals from the infrared remote control transmitter POWER Switch Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF...
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First, disconnect the power and then connect it again while pressing the RESET button. The unit will power up and load its memory with the factory default definitions 12V DC +12V DC connector for powering the unit VS-311H - Overview...
Connecting the VS-311H Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your VS-311H. After connecting your VS-311H, connect its power and then switch on the power to each device. To connect the VS-311H as illustrated in the example in Figure 1.
Figure 2: Connecting the VS-311H Automatic HDMI/Audio Switcher Setting the DIP-Switches This section describes the machine set-up and DIP-switch selection. By default, all the VS-311H DIP-switches are set to OFF. Figure 3 describes the VS-311H unit DIP-switches. Figure 3: DIP-Switches...
ON: automatic mode, inputs switch automatically to the output according to the priority setup Inputs 1, 2 and 3 can be set in priority according to your needs. The VS-311H switches to the secondary input upon loss of the primary input signal, and back to the primary input when a signal is detected.
When in the manual mode (DIP-switch 4 set to OFF), you can switch an input to the output using the front panel INPUT SELECT button. Note that unless the connection is permanent, the VS-311H will revert to an automatic switcher when the connection is removed.
Connecting the ETHERNET Port directly to a PC (Crossover Cable) You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS-311H to the Ethernet port on your PC, via a crossover cable with RJ-45 connectors. This type of connection is recommended for identifying the VS-311H...
5. Select the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click the Properties Button (see Figure Figure 7: Local Area Connection Properties Window 6. Select Use the following IP Address, and fill in the details as shown in Figure 7. Click OK. VS-311H - Connecting the VS-311H...
4.5.2 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub (Straight- Through Cable) You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS-311H to the Ethernet port on a network hub or network router, via a straight-through cable with RJ-45 connectors. 4.5.3...
10% to 90%, RHL non-condensing 21.6cm x 16.1cm x 4.4cm (8.5” x 6.3” x 1.7”, W, D, H) DIMENSIONS: WEIGHT: 1.2kg (2.6lbs) approx. ACCESSORIES: Power supply OPTIONS: Rack adapter RK-1 Specifications are subject to change without notice at http://www.kramerelectronics.com VS-311H - Technical Specifications...
OVR bit is set, then all machine numbers accept (implement) the command and the addressed machine replies. When a single machine is controlled over the serial port, always set M4…M0 to 1, and make sure that the machine itself is configured as MACHINE NUMBER = 1. VS-311H - Protocol 2000...
For example, instruction 1 (SWITCH VIDEO) causes all units (including audio, data, etc.) to switch. Similarly, if a machine is in FOLLOW mode, it performs any video instruction. VS-311H - Protocol 2000...
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