Hex Table Kramer Protocol 2000 Figures Figure 1: VS-44HDMI 4 x 4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Front and Rear Views Figure 2: Connecting the VS-44HDMI 4 x 4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Figure 3: Connecting a PC without using a Null-modem Adapter...
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Contents Tables Table 1: Terminology Used in this User Manual Table 2: VS-44HDMI 4 x 4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Front Panel Features Table 3: VS-44HDMI 4 x 4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Rear Panel Features Table 4: VS-44HDMI Technical Specifications Table 5: VS-44HDMI Hex Codes for Switching via RS-232/RS-485...
2 We recommend that you use only the power cord supplied with this device 3 Downloadable from our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com 4 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com 5 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com...
Overview Overview The VS-44HDMI is a high-quality 4x4 matrix switcher for HDMI signals that features the following: Up to 1.65Gbps bandwidth per graphic channel Four input selector buttons to switch to the four selectable outputs Support for HDCP (High Bandwidth Digital Content Protection)
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an uncompressed all-digital audio/video interface, widely supported in the entertainment and home cinema industry. It delivers the highest high-definition image and sound quality. Note that Kramer Electronics Limited is an HDMI Adopter and an HDCP Licensee HDMI features: A simple...
Your VS-44HDMI 4 x 4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Terminology Used in this User Manual Table 1 defines some terms that are used in this user manual. Table 1: Terminology Used in this User Manual Term Definition 802.3 The standard specification for ETHERNET that is maintained by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE).
Your VS-44HDMI 4 x 4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Table 2: VS-44HDMI 4 x 4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Front Panel Features Feature Function IR Receiver LED The red LED is illuminated when receiving signals from the Infra-red remote control transmitter POWER Switch...
Installing the VS-44HDMI in a Rack Installing the VS-44HDMI in a Rack This section describes how to install the VS-44HDMI in a rack. Before Installing on a Rack How to Rack Mount Before installing on a rack, be sure that the environment is...
Figure 2: Connecting the VS-44HDMI 4 x 4 HDMI Matrix Switcher 1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VS-44HDMI. After connecting your VS-44HDMI, switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device...
Operating the VS-44HDMI 4 x 4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Operating the VS-44HDMI 4 x 4 HDMI Matrix Switcher This section describes how to: Route inputs to outputs (see section 7.1) Disconnecting outputs (see section 7.2) Store and recall a setup (see section 7.3) Acquire the EDID (see section 7.4)
Operating the VS-44HDMI 4 x 4 HDMI Matrix Switcher 3. Select an OUT or IN SELECT button to store the machine setting (for example, OUT 4). 4. Press the LOCK button to store the current setup. In this example, the OUT 4 button stores the setting.
Operating the VS-44HDMI 4 x 4 HDMI Matrix Switcher 7.4.2 Acquiring an EDID from Several Sets of Inputs and Outputs To acquire the EDID several sets of inputs and outputs (for example, OUT 1 to IN 1 and OUT 6 to IN 3), do the following: 1.
Operating the VS-44HDMI 4 x 4 HDMI Matrix Switcher 7.4.3 Acquiring an EDID from Several Connected Outputs Automatically To automatically acquire or change the EDID of several output displays 1. Power ON the VS-44HDMI. 2. Connect the required acceptors to the outputs from which you want to acquire the EDID.
7.6.1 Connecting the ETHERNET Port directly to a PC (Crossover Cable) You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS-44HDMI to the Ethernet port on your PC, via a crossover cable with RJ-45 connectors. 1 After connecting the Ethernet port, you have to install and configure your Ethernet Port. For detailed instructions, see the “Ethernet Configuration (FC-11) guide.pdf”...
Operating the VS-44HDMI 4 x 4 HDMI Matrix Switcher This type of connection is recommended for identification of the factory default IP Address of the VS-44HDMI during the initial configuration After connecting the Ethernet port, configure your PC as follows: 1.
Figure 5: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window 7.6.2 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub (Straight-Through Cable) You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS-44HDMI to the Ethernet port on a network hub or network router, via a straight-through cable with RJ-45 connectors.
OUT 4 IN 1 IN 2 IN 3 IN 4 1 Specifications are subject to change without notice 2 For best results, use Kramer cables such as the C-HDMI/HDMI series, the C-HDMI-DVI series and/or our HDMI over fiber optics C-FOHM/FOHM series...
Kramer Protocol 2000 10 Kramer Protocol 2000 The VS-44HDMI 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. For RS-232, a null-modem connection between the machine and controller is used. The default data rate is 9600 baud, with no parity, 8 data bits and 1 stop bit.
Kramer Protocol 2000 Used to address machines in a system via their machine numbers. When several machines are controlled from a single serial port, they are usually configured together with each machine having an individual machine number. If the OVR bit is set, then all machine numbers will accept (implement) the command, and the addressed machine will reply.
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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...
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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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