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Kramer VS-42HN 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-42HN
4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher
P/N: 2900-300152 Rev 4

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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-42HN 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher P/N: 2900-300152 Rev 4...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Acquiring the EDID Resetting to the Default EDID Storing and Recalling a Switching Setting Switching Between Protocol 2000 and Protocol 3000 Connecting to the VS-42HN 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher via RS-232 Connecting to the VS-42HN via Ethernet Upgrading the Firmware Technical Specifications...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Scan Converters and Scalers; GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors; GROUP 9: Room Connectivity; GROUP 10: Accessories and Rack Adapters and GROUP 11: Sierra Video Products. Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VS-42HN 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher, which is ideal for the following typical applications: ...

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality  Position your VS-42HN 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: Recycling Kramer Products

    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

    Overview The VS-42HN is a high quality 4x2 matrix switcher for HDMI signals. It reclocks and equalizes the signals and can route any input to any or all outputs simultaneously. In particular, the VS-42HN features:  Up to 6.75Gbps data rate (2.25Gbps per graphics channel) Suitable for resolutions up to UXGA and 1080p at 60Hz ...

  • Page 8: Figure 1: Vs-42Hn 4X2 Hdmi Matrix Switcher Front Panel

    Figure 1: VS-42HN 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher Front Panel Feature Function IR Receiver Signal receiver for the infrared remote control transmitter TO OUTPUT 2 Press one of the 4 inputs to switch it to Output 2 INPUT SELECTOR Buttons TO OUTPUT 1...

  • Page 9: Figure 2: Vs-42Hn 4X2 Hdmi Matrix Switcher Rear Panel

    Figure 2: VS-42HN 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher Rear Panel Feature Function IN HDMI Connectors (1 to 4) Connect to up to 4 HDMI sources OUT HDMI Connector (1 to 2) Connect to the first and second HDMI acceptors RS-232 9-pin D-sub Serial Port Connector...

  • Page 10: Using The Ir Transmitter

    This distance can be extended to up to 60 meters when used with three extension cables (Model: C-A35M/A35F-50). Before using the external IR receiver, be sure to arrange for your Kramer dealer to insert the internal IR connection cable (for example, P/N: 505-70434010-S) with the 3.5mm connector that fits into the REMOTE IR opening on the rear panel.

  • Page 11: Installing In A Rack

    Installing in a Rack This section provides instructions for rack mounting the unit. VS-42HN - Installing in a Rack...

  • Page 12: Connecting The Vs-42Hn 4X2 Hdmi Matrix Switcher

    Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your VS-42HN. After connecting your VS-42HN, connect its power and then switch on the power to each device. To connect the VS-42HN 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher as illustrated in the example in Figure 1.

  • Page 13: Figure 3: Connecting The Vs-42Hn 4X2 Hdmi Matrix Switcher

    Figure 3: Connecting the VS-42HN 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher VS-42HN - Connecting the VS-42HN 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher...

  • Page 14: Operating The Vs-42Hn 4X2 Hdmi Matrix Switcher

    EDID show their current state:  Input buttons that do not illuminate, store the default EDID  Input buttons that flash store the previously acquired EDID from the OUT 1 or OUT 2 acceptor VS-42HN - Operating the VS-42HN 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher...

  • Page 15: Resetting To The Default Edid

    Storing and Recalling a Switching Setting You can use the STO and RCL buttons to store the current setup and then recall it. The VS-42HN stores only one setting in memory. Storing a new setting overwrites the previous one. To store a setting: 1.

  • Page 16: Switching Between Protocol 2000 And Protocol 3000

    Connecting to the VS-42HN 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher via RS-232 You can connect to the VS-42HN via an RS-232 connection using, for example, a PC. Note that a null-modem adapter/connection is not required. To connect to the VS-42HN via RS-232: ...

  • Page 17: Connecting To The Vs-42Hn Via Ethernet

    6.6.1 Connecting the Ethernet Port directly to a PC You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS-42HN to the Ethernet port on your PC using a crossover cable with RJ-45 connectors. This type of connection is recommended for identifying the VS-42HN with the factory configured default IP address.

  • Page 18: Figure 4: Local Area Connection Properties Window

    Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) depending on the requirements of your IT system. 5. Click Properties. The Internet Protocol Properties window relevant to your IT system appears as shown in Figure 5 Figure VS-42HN - Operating the VS-42HN 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher...

  • Page 19: Figure 5: Internet Protocol Version 4 Properties Window

    6. Select Use the following IP Address for static IP addressing and fill in the details as shown in Figure For TCP/IPv4 you can use any IP address in the range 192.168.1.1 to 192.168.1.255 (excluding 192.168.1.39) that is provided by your IT department. VS-42HN - Operating the VS-42HN 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher...

  • Page 20: Upgrading The Firmware

    8. Click Close. 6.6.2 Connecting the Ethernet Port via a Network Hub You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS-42HN to the Ethernet port on a network hub or using a straight-through cable with RJ-45 connectors. 6.6.3 Control Configuration via the Ethernet Port To control several units via the Ethernet, connect the Master unit (Machine # 1) via the Ethernet port to the LAN port of your PC.

  • Page 21: Technical Specifications

    10% to 90%, RHL non-condensing 19” x 7.24” x 1U (W, D, H) DIMENSIONS: WEIGHT: 1.6kg (3.53lbs) approx. Power cord, IR transmitter, rack ”ears” ACCESSORIES: OPTIONS: External remote IR receiver cable Specifications are subject to change without notice at http://www.kramerelectronics.com VS-42HN - Technical Specifications...

  • Page 22: Default Communication Parameters

    1 and 3 press input buttons 1 and 2 at the same time at the same time Ethernet IP Address 192.168.1.39 TCP Port 5000 or 10001 or 50000 Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 UDP Port 50000 VS-42HN - Default Communication Parameters...

  • Page 23: Default Edid

    1680 x 1050p at 60Hz - VESA STD 1600 x 1200p at 60Hz - VESA STD EIA/CEA-861 Information Revision number..3 IT underscan..... Not supported Basic audio....Supported YCbCr 4:4:4....Supported YCbCr 4:2:2....Supported Native formats... 1 VS-42HN - Default EDID...
  • Page 24 IEEE registration number. 0x000C03 CEC physical address..1.0.0.0 Maximum TMDS clock..165MHz Report information Date generated... 08-Jul-12 Software revision..2.60.0.972 Data source....File Operating system..5.1.2600.2.Service Pack 3 Raw data 00,FF,FF,FF,FF,FF,FF,00,2E,4D,00,02,01,00,00,00,18,14,01,03,81,46,27,78,0A,D5,7C,A3,57,49,9C,25, 11,48,4B,FF,FF,80,81,C0,81,00,95,00,81,40,81,80,90,40,B3,00,A9,40,01,1D,00,72,51,D0,1A,20,6E,28, 55,00,7E,88,42,00,00,1A,02,3A,80,18,71,38,2D,40,58,2C,45,00,C4,8E,21,00,00,1E,00,00,00,FC,00,56, 53,2D,34,32,48,4E,0A,20,20,00,00,00,00,00,00,FD,00,32,55,1F,5E,11,00,0A,20,20,20,20,20,20,01,7B, 02,03,1A,71,47,11,13,05,14,84,10,1F,23,0A,06,04,83,05,00,00,65,03,0C,00,10,00,8C,0A,D0,8A,20,E0, 2D,10,10,3E,96,00,58,C2,21,00,00,18,01,1D,80,18,71,1C,16,20,58,2C,25,00,C4,8E,21,00,00,9E,01,1D, 80,D0,72,1C,16,20,10,2C,25,80,C4,8E,21,00,00,9E,01,1D,00,72,51,D0,1E,20,6E,28,55,00,C4,8E,21,00, 00,1E,01,1D,00,BC,52,D0,1E,20,B8,28,55,40,C4,8E,21,00,00,1E,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,90 VS-42HN - Default EDID...

  • Page 25: Kramer Protocol 2000

    Kramer Protocol 2000 The Kramer Protocol 2-000 RS-232/RS-485 communication uses four bytes of information as defined below. All the values in the table are decimal, unless otherwise stated. DESTINATION INSTRUCTION 1st byte INPUT 2nd byte OUTPUT 3rd byte MACHINE NUMBER 4th byte Bit 7 –...

  • Page 26: Instruction Codes For Protocol 2000

    NOTE 8 - The reply is as in TYPE 3 above, except that here the OUTPUT is assigned with the value 0 if the setup is not defined / no valid input is detected; or 1 if it is defined / valid input is detected. VS-42HN - Kramer Protocol 2000...
  • Page 27 NOTE 19 - After this instruction is sent, the unit will respond to the ASCII command set defined by the OUTPUT byte. The ASCII command to operate with the HEX command set must be sent in order to return to working with HEX codes. VS-42HN - Kramer Protocol 2000...

  • Page 28: Protocol 3000

    10) but is also compatible with Kramer’s protocol 3000. Note that the VS-42HN needs to be set to protocol 2000 in order to use the IR remote control. The VS-42HN can be operated using serial commands from a PC, remote controller or touch screen using the Kramer Protocol 3000.
  • Page 29 Query sign '?' follows some commands to define a query request. Message closing character CR – For host messages; carriage return (ASCII 13) CRLF – For device messages; carriage return (ASCII 13) + line-feed (ASCII 10) VS-42HN - Protocol 3000...
  • Page 30 You can directly enter all commands using a terminal with ASCII communications software, such as HyperTerminal, Hercules, etc. Connect the terminal to the serial or Ethernet port on the Kramer device. To enter CR press the Enter key. ( LF is also sent but is ignored by command parser).

  • Page 31: Kramer Protocol 3000 Commands

    Reset device Administrator SIGNAL? Read if input is valid End User Read device serial number End User VERSION? Read device firmware version End User Switch Video only End User VID? Get Video switch state End User VS-42HN - Protocol 3000...
  • Page 33 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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