Kramer VS-311H User Manual

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K R A ME R E LE CT R O N IC S L TD .
USER MANUAL
MODEL:
VS-311H
Automatic HDMI/Audio
Switcher
P/N: 2900-000666 Rev 3

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  • Page 1 K R A ME R E LE CT R O N IC S L TD . USER MANUAL MODEL: VS-311H Automatic HDMI/Audio Switcher P/N: 2900-000666 Rev 3...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Syntax Instruction Codes Figures Figure 1: VS-311H Automatic HDMI/Audio Switcher Figure 2: Connecting the VS-311H Automatic HDMI/Audio Switcher Figure 3: DIP-Switches Figure 4: Connecting the Contact Closure Remote Control PINS Figure 5: Crossed Cable RS-232 Connection Figure 6: Straight Cable RS-232 Connection with a Null Modem Adapter...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    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...
  • Page 5: Getting Started

    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.
  • Page 6: Safety Instructions

    Kramer Electronics has made arrangements with the European Advanced Recycling Network (EARN) and will cover any costs of treatment, recycling and recovery of waste Kramer Electronics branded equipment on arrival at the EARN facility. For details of Kramer’s recycling arrangements in your particular country go to our recycling pages at http://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/recycling/.
  • Page 7: Overview

    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.
  • Page 8: Defining The Vs-311H Automatic Hdmi/Audio Switcher

    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...
  • Page 9 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...
  • Page 10: Connecting The Vs-311H

    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.
  • Page 11: Setting The Dip-Switches

    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...
  • Page 12: Priority Switching Applications

    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.
  • Page 13: Connecting To The Vs-311H Via Rs-232

    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.
  • Page 14: Controlling Via Ethernet

    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...
  • Page 15: Figure 7: Local Area Connection Properties Window

    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...
  • Page 16: Figure 8: Internet Protocol (Tcp/Ip) Properties Window

    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...
  • Page 17: Technical Specifications

    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...
  • Page 18: Protocol 2000

    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...
  • Page 19: Instruction Codes

    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...
  • Page 21 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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