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Overview The high quality Kramer VS-48HDCPxl is an HDCP compatible 4 x 8 DVI Matrix Switcher that accepts up to four DVI inputs and routes the selected DVI input signal to any or all of eight DVI outputs. Note that only the digital signal (DVI D) is available on the DVI connector.
You can control the VS-48HDCPxl using the front panel buttons or remotely via: RS-232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system, PC or other serial controller The Kramer infrared remote control transmitter The Ethernet port Defining the VS-48HDCPxl 4x8 DVI Matrix Switcher This section defines the VS-48HDCPxl.
Figure 1: VS-48HDCPxl 4x8 DVI Matrix Switcher Front Panel Feature Function IR Receiver and LED IR remote control sensor. LED lights yellow when receiving an IR signal POWER LED Lights green when the unit is turned on ALL Button Press to select all inputs or all outputs (see Section 6.1)
Figure 2: VS-48HDCPxl 4x8 DVI Matrix Switcher Rear Panel Feature Function INPUT DVI Connectors Connect to the DVI sources (from 1 to 4) OUTPUT DVI Connectors Connect to the DVI acceptors (from 1 to 8) RS-232 9-pin D-sub (F) Connector...
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 (P/N: 505-70434010-S) with the 3.5mm connector that fits into the REMOTE IR opening on the rear panel.
VS-48HDCPxl. After connecting your VS-48HDCPxl, connect its power and then switch on the power to each device. To connect the VS-48HDCPxl as illustrated in the example in Figure 1. Connect up to four DVI sources (for example, DVD players) to the IN DVI connectors.
Figure 3: Connecting the VS-48HDCPxl DVI Matrix Switcher Connecting to the VS-48HDCPxl via RS-232 You can connect to the VS-48HDCPxl 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-48HDCPxl via RS-232: ...
Operating via Ethernet You can connect to the VS-48HDCPxl via Ethernet using either of the following methods: Directly to the PC using a crossover cable (see Section 5.2.1) Via a network hub, switch, or router, using a straight-through cable (see Section 5.2.2)
4. Highlight either Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6) or Internet 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-48HDCPxl - Connecting the VS-48HDCPxl...
Figure 5: Internet Protocol Version 4 Properties Window Figure 6: Internet Protocol Version 6 Properties Window VS-48HDCPxl - Connecting the VS-48HDCPxl...
8. Click Close. 5.2.2 Connecting the Ethernet Port via a Network Hub or Switch You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS-48HDCPxl to the Ethernet port on a network hub or using a straight-through cable with RJ-45 connectors. 5.2.3...
You can use the STO and RCL buttons to store up to 12 setups and then recall them as illustrated in Figure IN 1 is used for setup number 1 and OUT 1 is used for setup number 5. VS-48HDCPxl - Operating the VS-48HDCPxl 4x8 DVI Matrix Switcher...
2. Press the relevant OUT or IN button that stored the setup. In this example, press OUT 6 for preset 10. 3. Press the RCL button to recall the stored setup. VS-48HDCPxl - Operating the VS-48HDCPxl 4x8 DVI Matrix Switcher...
1. Connect the required acceptors to the outputs from which you want to acquire the EDID. 2. Press the EDID and STO buttons simultaneously and hold them for 3 seconds. Both buttons flash. VS-48HDCPxl - Operating the VS-48HDCPxl 4x8 DVI Matrix Switcher...
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2. Press the SELECT IN button to which the EDID will be copied. The selected input number flashes on the display. 3. Press the OFF button until a "0" (zero) appears on the display. VS-48HDCPxl - Operating the VS-48HDCPxl 4x8 DVI Matrix Switcher...
Ethernet port on your PC. Use your PC to configure the initial settings (see Section 5.1). Firmware Upgrade Instructions for upgrading the firmware can be found in the STC Firmware Upgrade document. VS-48HDCPxl - Operating the VS-48HDCPxl 4x8 DVI Matrix Switcher...
10% to 90%, RHL non-condensing DIMENSIONS: 19" x 9.3" x 2U W, D, H WEIGHT: 2.5kg (5.5lbs) 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-48HDCPxl - Technical Specifications...
Kramer Protocol 2000 The Kramer Protocol 2000 RS-232/RS-485 communication uses four bytes of information as defined below. DESTINATION INSTRUCTION 1st byte INPUT 2nd byte OUTPUT 3rd byte MACHINE NUMBER 4th byte Bit 7 – Defined as 0. 1st BYTE: D – “DESTINATION”: 0 - for sending information to the switchers (from the PC);...
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OUTPUT is assigned the value of the requested parameter. The replies to instructions 10 and 11 are as per the definitions in instructions 7 and 8 respectively. For example, if the present status of machine number 5 is breakaway setting, then the reply to the HEX code would be HEX codes VS-48HDCPxl - Kramer Protocol 2000...
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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. VS-48HDCPxl - Kramer Protocol 2000...
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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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