Kramer VS-66H3 User Manual

Kramer VS-66H3 User Manual

6x6 hdmi matrix switcher

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Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
Preliminary
USER MANUAL
Model:
VS-66H3
6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher

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  • Page 1 Kramer Electronics, Ltd. Preliminary USER MANUAL Model: VS-66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Acquiring the Default EDID Storing and Recalling a Switching Setting from a Preset Resetting the VS-66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher’s IP Parameters Connecting to the VS-66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher via RS-232 Connecting to the VS-66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher via Ethernet 7.6.1 Connecting the Ethernet Port directly to a PC 7.6.2...
  • Page 3 Table 1: VS-66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher Front Panel Features Table 2: VS-66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher Rear Panel Features Table 3: Technical Specifications of the VS-66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher Table 4: Default Communication Parameters Table 5: Protocol Definitions...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VS-66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher. The VS-66H3 is ideal for conference room presentations and advertising applications as well as for rental and staging. Each package includes the following items: • VS-66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher •...
  • Page 5: Quick Start

    Getting Started Quick Start This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps. KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...
  • Page 6: Overview

    Overview Overview The VS-66H3 is a high quality 6 x 6 matrix switcher for HDMI signals that fits into one vertical space of a standard 19” professional rack enclosure. In particular, the VS-66H3 features: • Up to 2.25Gbps bandwidth per graphic channel •...
  • Page 7: About Hdmi

    It delivers the highest high-definition image and sound quality. Note that Kramer Electronics Limited is an HDMI Adopter and an HDCP Licensee. In particular, HDMI: • Provides a simple...
  • Page 8: Recommendations For Best Performance

    Kramer VS-66H3 away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust Defining the VS-66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher Figure 1 Table 1 define the VS-66H3. 1 Available from Kramer Electronics on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com...
  • Page 9: Table 1: Vs-66H3 6X6 Hdmi Matrix Switcher Front Panel Features

    Defining the VS-66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher Figure 1: VS-66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher Front Panel Table 1: VS-66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher Front Panel Features Feature Function IR LED Lights yellow when receiving signals from the infrared remote control transmitter...
  • Page 10: Table 2: Vs-66H3 6X6 Hdmi Matrix Switcher Rear Panel Features

    Switch for turning the device on or off 1 First turn the VS-66H3 off and then turn it on again while pressing the ETH RESET button. The device will power up and load its memory with the factory default IP parameters...
  • Page 11: Using The Ir Transmitter

    This distance can be extended to up to 60m (approx 200ft) 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 jack that...
  • Page 12: Installing The Vs-66H3 In A Rack

    Installing the VS-66H3 in a Rack Installing the VS-66H3 in a Rack This section provides instructions for rack mounting the device.
  • Page 13: Connecting The Vs-66H3 6X6 Hdmi Matrix Switcher

    Figure 3: Connecting the VS-66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher 1 Switch off the power on each device before connecting it to your VS-66H3. After connecting your VS-66H3, switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device...
  • Page 14: Operating The Vs-66H3 6X6 Hdmi Matrix Switcher

    • Storing and recalling switch settings (see Section 7.3) • Resetting the VS-66H3 (see Section 7.4) • Connecting to the VS-66H3 via RS-232 (see Section 7.5) • Connecting to the VS-66H3 via Ethernet (see Section 7.6) Switching an Input to an Output To switch an input to an output: •...
  • Page 15: Acquiring The Edid From Several Outputs

    Operating the VS-66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher 7.2.2 Acquiring the EDID from Several Outputs To acquire the EDID from several outputs (for example, OUT 1 to IN 1 and OUT 6 to IN 3): 1. Connect the display devices to the outputs from which you want to acquire the EDIDs.
  • Page 16: Storing And Recalling A Switching Setting From A Preset

    Connecting to the VS-66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher via RS-232 You can connect to the VS-66H3 via an RS-232 connection using, for example, a PC. Note that a null-modem adapter/connection is not required. 1 You can set each of the inputs/outputs independently; you are not limited to a single input/output combination...
  • Page 17: Connecting To The Vs-66H3 6X6 Hdmi Matrix Switcher Via Ethernet

    7.6.2) for connection via a network hub or network router 7.6.1 Connecting the Ethernet Port directly to a PC You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS-66H3 to the Ethernet port on your PC via a crossover cable with RJ-45 connectors.
  • Page 18 Operating the VS-66H3 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher Figure 4: Local Area Connection Properties Window 6. Select Use the following IP Address, and fill in the details as shown in Figure 7. Click OK. Figure 5: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window...
  • Page 19: Connecting The Ethernet Port Via A Network Hub

    Power management..Not supported Extension blocs..1 (CEA-EXT) 1 Specifications are subject to change without notice 2 For best results, use Kramer cables such as the C-HM/HM series, the C-HM/DM series and/or our HDMI over fiber optics C-FOHM/FOHM series KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...
  • Page 20 Default EDID ------------------------- DDC/CI....Not supported Color characteristics Default color space..Non-sRGB Display gamma.... 2.20 Red chromaticity..Rx 0.640 - Ry 0.341 Green chromaticity..Gx 0.286 - Gy 0.610 Blue chromaticity..Bx 0.146 - By 0.069 White point (default)..Wx 0.284 - Wy 0.293 Additional descriptors...
  • Page 21 Rear LFE....No CE vendor specific data (VSDB) IEEE registration number. 0x000C03 CEC physical address..1.0.0.0 Maximum TMDS clock..165MHz Report information Date generated... 08/03/2011 Software revision..2.52.0.857 Data source....Real-time 0x0031 Operating system..5.1.2600.2.Service Pack 3 KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...
  • Page 22: Default Communication Parameters

    Default Communication Parameters Default Communication Parameters Table 4: Default Communication Parameters EDID EDID data is passed between Output 1 and Input 1 RS-232 Protocol 2000 Baud Rate: 9600 Data Bits: Stop Bits: Parity: None Command Format: Example (Output 1 to Input 1): 0x01, 0x81, 0x81, 0x81 Ethernet Default Settings...
  • Page 23: Kramer Protocol 2000

    Kramer Protocol 2000 Kramer Protocol 2000 The VS-66H3 is compatible with Kramer’s Protocol 2000 (version 0.50). This RS-232/RS-485 communication protocol uses four bytes of information as defined below. Table 5: Protocol Definitions DESTI- INSTRUCTION NATION 1st byte INPUT 2nd byte...
  • Page 24: Table 6: 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 6: Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 Note: All values in the table are decimal, unless otherwise stated.
  • Page 25 NOTE 16 - The reply to the “REQUEST WHETHER PANEL IS LOCKED” is as in NOTE 4 above, except that here the OUTPUT is assigned with the value 0 if the panel is unlocked, or 1 if it is locked. KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...
  • Page 26 1. Any product which is not distributed by us or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer. If you are uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized, please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the Web site www.kramerelectronics.com.
  • Page 27 For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit 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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