Kramer VS-44H User Manual

Kramer VS-44H User Manual

4 x 4 hdmi matrix switcher

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Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Model:
VS-44H
4 x 4 HDMI Matrix Switcher

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  • Page 1 Kramer Electronics, Ltd. USER MANUAL Model: VS-44H 4 x 4 HDMI Matrix Switcher...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Hex Table Kramer Protocol 2000 Figures Figure 1: VS-44H 4 x 4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Front and Rear Views Figure 2: Connecting the VS-44H 4 x 4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Figure 3: Local Area Connection Properties Window Figure 4: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window...
  • Page 3 Contents Tables Table 1: VS-44H 4 x 4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Features Table 2: VS-44H Technical Specifications Table 3: Communication Parameters Table 4: VS-44H Hex Codes for Switching via RS-232/RS-485 Table 5: Protocol Definitions Table 6: Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    1,000-plus different models now appear in 11 groups that are clearly defined by function. Thank you for purchasing the Kramer VS-44H 4 x 4 HDMI Matrix Switcher, which is ideal for conference room presentations and advertising applications, as well as for rental and staging.
  • 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

    • 1U-high, 19” size for mounting in a professional rack enclosure The VS-44H can be controlled using the front panel buttons, or remotely via: • RS-232 serial commands transmitted by a touch-screen system, PC, or other serial controller •...
  • 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: interface between any audio/video source, such as •...
  • Page 8: About Hdcp

    (often associated with low quality cables). • Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality and position your Kramer VS-44H away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust Your VS-44H 4 x 4 HDMI Matrix Switcher...
  • Page 9: Figure 1: Vs-44H 4 X 4 Hdmi Matrix Switcher Front And Rear Views

    Your VS-44H 4 x 4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Figure 1: VS-44H 4 x 4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Front and Rear Views KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...
  • Page 10: Table 1: Vs-44H 4 X 4 Hdmi Matrix Switcher Features

    Your VS-44H 4 x 4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Table 1: VS-44H 4 x 4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Features Feature Function IR Receiver LED 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 ALL Button Use ALL to select all inputs or all outputs (see section 7.1)
  • Page 11: Installing The Vs-44H In A Rack

    Installing the VS-44H in a Rack Installing the VS-44H in a Rack This section provides instructions for rack mounting the unit. KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...
  • Page 12: Connecting The Vs-44H 4 X 4 Hdmi Matrix Switcher

    5. If required, acquire the EDID (see section 7.1). 1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VS-44H. After connecting your VS-44H, switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device...
  • Page 13: Operating The Vs-44H 4 X 4 Hdmi Matrix Switcher

    Operating the VS-44H 4 x 4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Figure 2: Connecting the VS-44H 4 x 4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Operating the VS-44H 4 x 4 HDMI Matrix Switcher This section describes how to: • Route inputs to outputs (see section 7.1) •...
  • Page 14: Routing Inputs To Outputs

    Operating the VS-44H 4 x 4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Routing Inputs to Outputs To route an input to an output: • Press an OUT key, followed by an IN key to route this input to that output To route one input to all outputs: •...
  • Page 15: Acquiring The Edid

    Operating the VS-44H 4 x 4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Acquiring the EDID You can acquire the EDID from: • A single connected output (see section 7.4.1) Several sets of inputs and outputs (see section 7.4.2) • • Several connected outputs automatically (see section 7.4.3) •...
  • Page 16: Acquiring An Edid From Several Connected Outputs Automatically

    Operating the VS-44H 4 x 4 HDMI Matrix Switcher 6. Press the SELECT IN 1 button again. The IN 1 button ceases to flash. 7. Press another SELECT IN to which the next EDID will be copied (for example, IN 3).
  • Page 17: Acquiring The Default Edid

    To connect to the VS-44H via RS-232: • Connect the RS-232 9-pin D-sub rear panel port on the VS-44H unit via a 9-wire straight cable (only pin 2 to pin 2, pin 3 to pin 3, and pin 5 to pin 5...
  • Page 18: Figure 3: Local Area Connection Properties Window

    Operating the VS-44H 4 x 4 HDMI Matrix Switcher After connecting the Ethernet port, configure your PC as follows: 1. Right-click the My Network Places icon on your desktop. 2. Select Properties. 3. Right-click Local Area Connection Properties. 4. Select Properties.
  • Page 19: Connecting The Ethernet Port Via A Network Hub (Straight-Through Cable)

    Power cord, rack “ears”, IR remote control OPTIONS: Kramer HDMI cables 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: Communication Parameters

    TCP Port #: 5000 Hex Table lists the Hex values for a single machine (MACHINE # 1): Table 4 Table 4: VS-44H Hex Codes for Switching via RS-232/RS-485 OUT 1 OUT 2 OUT 3 OUT 4...
  • Page 21: Kramer Protocol 2000

    Kramer Protocol 2000 Kramer Protocol 2000 The VS-44H 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. The default data rate is 9600 baud, with no parity, 8 data bits and 1 stop bit.
  • Page 22: 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 23 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 24 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 25 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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