Related Manuals for Kramer VS-1604
Summary of Contents for Kramer VS-1604
- Page 1 KRAMER ELECTRONICS, Ltd. USER MANUAL MATRIX SWITCHER Model: VS-1604 IMPORTANT: Before proceeding, please read paragraph entitled "Unpacking and Contents"...
-
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Video Signal 11.3 Audio Signal 11.4 Control 11.5 Switching Malfunctions 11.6 COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL for the VS-1604 (Protocol 2000) Limited Warranty List of Illustrations Figure Page VS-1604 Front/Rear Panel Features DIP switches - General View RS-232 Control Connector Wiring Terminating the Line... -
Page 3: Introduction
In addition to the Kramer line of high quality matrix switchers, such as the one you have just purchased, Kramer also offers a full line of high quality distribution amplifiers, processors, interfaces, controllers and computer-related products. -
Page 4: Specifications
- if a certain section doesn’t apply to you, you don’t have to spend your time reading it. UNPACKING AND CONTENTS The items contained in your Kramer accessory package are listed below. Please save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment. -
Page 5: Getting To Know Your Matrix Switcher
Kramer’s new K-Switch control software is included for applications where a Windows ™ based PC is used to control the VS-1604. There are three ways to control the VS-1604: front-panel buttons, RS-232, and RS-485. It is dependable, rugged, and fits in two vertical spaces (2U) of a standard 19”... -
Page 6: Features Of The Vs-1604 Matrix Switcher
Features of the VS-1604 Matrix Switcher Front/Rear panel features of the VS-1604 are shown in Figure 1; the features are described in Table 1. Figure 1: VS-1604 Front/Rear Panel Features Table 1: VS-1604 Front Panel Features Feature Function Select the desired input to be switched to the output. -
Page 7: Vs-1604 Front Panel Features
Should be pressed, followed by an input or output pushbutton to select a predetermined setup For example, press RCL followed by INPUT 4 button to recall Setup#4 from the non-volatile memory. Table 2: VS-1604 Rear Panel Features Feature Function 1-16 AUDIO INPUTS terminal blocks Audio inputs used to connect the stereo audio input sources. -
Page 8: Installation
Operate the acceptors. Using the Front Panel Controls The front panel of a Kramer matrix switcher is designed to be simple to operate, and accomplish the basic function of selecting an input source and output device. Selecting an Output 9.2.1... -
Page 9: Using The Front Panel Controls
(the TAKE button then stops blinking). If the STATUS display keeps on blinking for one minute (no button is pressed), the function will be aborted. To abort implementing an operation in “TAKE” mode, press that button which originally caused the display to blink. KRAMER ELECTRONICS, LTD. -
Page 10: Resetting The Machine
The Machine Address serves for interconnection between VS-1604 units only, and is invisible for the The switch group “Machine Number” is used for configuring the VS-1604 units for operation in a multiple switcher configuration. All the units of a composite larger matrix have the same Machine Number. -
Page 11: Rs-232 And Rs-485 Operation
30 feet, without the use of an RS-232 to RS-422 converter at both the PC and the switcher. If, for example, five machines and a PC are cascaded together, using RS-485 interconnection, external termination resistors of 120 ohms should be placed as described in figure 4. KRAMER ELECTRONICS, LTD. -
Page 12: A Multiple Matrix Setup
2 and 3 (but not 1,2,4 or 1,3,4). Connect video source #1 to input #1, video source #2 to input #2, etc. at the VS-1604 at address 1. Connect video sources #17 - 32 to inputs 1 - 16 of the VS-1604 machine at address 2; similarly, video sources #33 - 48 should be connected to inputs 1 - 16 of the VS-1604 machine at address 3. -
Page 13: Parallel Operation (Rgb Mode)
Parallel Operation (RGB mode) The VS-1604 may be used as a 16x4 RGB or RGBS matrix. In order to enable this option, three or four machines are used (three for RGB, four for RGBS). Interconnect all the machines via the RS-485 interface. -
Page 14: Taking Care Of Your Switcher
If not, turn the power switch off and on again to reset the machine. If the following recommended actions still do not result in satisfactory operation, please consult your KRAMER Dealer. Power and Indicators Problem... -
Page 15: Audio Signal
Confirm that the connecting cables are of high quality and properly built. Take special care in noting the wiring configuration of balanced to unbalanced cables. Check level controls located on your source input device or output display or recorder. KRAMER ELECTRONICS, LTD. -
Page 16: Control
If it does not continue to switch successfully, then there is something wrong with the source or cable assembly. Check them. COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL FOR THE VS-1604 (PROTOCOL 2000) This RS-232 / RS-485 communication protocol uses four bytes of information as defined below. - Page 17 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. KRAMER ELECTRONICS, LTD.
-
Page 18: Instruction Codes For Protocol "2000
SET AUTO-SAVE 0-no save 12, 2 1-auto-save RESERVED - - - - - - - - RESERVED - - - - - - - - RESERVED - - - - - - - - KRAMER ELECTRONICS, LTD. - Page 19 This code is also returned to the PC if an RS-232 instruction is sent while the machine is being programmed via the front panel. Reception of this code by the switcher is not valid. NOTE 10 – This code is reserved for internal use. KRAMER ELECTRONICS, LTD.
- Page 20 NOTE 14 - The number of inputs and outputs refers to the specific machine that is being addressed, not to the system. For example, if six 16X4 matrices are configured to make a 48X4 system (48 inputs, 4 outputs), the reply to the HEX code 82 (i.e. request the number of inputs) would be i.e. 16 inputs KRAMER ELECTRONICS, LTD.
-
Page 21: Limited Warranty
Any product which is not distributed by Kramer 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 22 EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES Kramer’ s liability for any defective products is limited to the repair or replacement of the product at our option. Kramer shall not be liable for: 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 23 For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors, visit our Web site: www.kramerelectronics.com. Updates to this user manual may be found at http://www.kramerelectronics.com/manuals.html. We welcome your questions, comments and feedback. Kramer Electronics, Ltd. Web site: www.kramerelectronics.com E-mail: info@kramerel.com...