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- Page 1 Kramer Electronics, Ltd. Preliminary USER MANUAL Model: VS-88SDI...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub (Straight-Through Cable) 15 Configuring the Ethernet Port Controlling via the Ethernet Port Using the Ethernet Reset Button Operating the VS-88SDI Operating the VS-88SDI from the Front Panel 7.1.1 Power On Display 7.1.2 Using the AT ONCE and CONFIRM Modes 7.1.3... - Page 3 Hex Table (Protocol 2000) Kramer Protocol 2000 Figures Figure 1: VS-88SDI 8x8 SDI Matrix Switcher Figure 2: Connecting the VS-88SDI 8x8 SDI Matrix Switcher Figure 3: DIP-Switch Settings Figure 4: Local Area Connection Properties Window Figure 5: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window...
- Page 4 Contents Tables Table 1: Front Panel VS-88SDI 8x8 SDI Matrix Switcher Table 2: Rear Panel VS-88SDI 8x8 SDI Matrix Switcher Table 3: Machine # DIP-Switch Settings Table 4: DIP-Switch Settings Table 5: Genlock Settings Table 6: VS-88SDI Technical Specifications Table 7: Communication Parameters...
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Page 5: Introduction
1,000-plus different models now appear in 11 groups that are clearly defined by function. Thank you for purchasing the Kramer VS-88SDI , which is ideal for: • Professional broadcasting and production studios • Presentation applications The package includes the following items: •... -
Page 6: Quick Start
Getting Started Quick Start This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation: KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY... -
Page 7: Overview
SMPTE RP-168 The VS-88SDI is housed in a 19" 1U rack-mountable enclosure, and is fed from a 100-240 VAC universal switching power supply. The unit can be controlled via the front panel buttons or via: •... -
Page 8: Your Vs-88Sdi 8X8 Sdi Matrix Switcher
Kramer VS-88SDI away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust Your VS-88SDI Figure Table 1, and Table 2 define the VS-88SDI . 1 Available from Kramer Electronics on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY... -
Page 9: Figure 1: Vs-88Sdi 8X8 Sdi Matrix Switcher
Your VS-88SDI Figure 1: VS-88SDI... - Page 10 2 Optional. Can be used instead of the front panel (built-in) IR receiver to remotely control the VS-88SDI (only if the internal IR connection cable has been installed) (See section 4.1)
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Page 11: Using The Ir Transmitter
This distance can be extended to up to 60 meters when used with three extension cables Before using the external IR receiver, be sure to arrange for your Kramer dealer to insert the internal IR connection cable with the 3.5mm connector 1 1 F that fits into the REMOTE IR opening on the rear panel. -
Page 12: Installing The Vs-88Sdi In A Rack
Installing the VS-88SDI in a Rack Installing the VS-88SDI in a Rack This section provides instructions for rack mounting the 1U unit. KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY... -
Page 13: Connecting The Vs-88Sdi
• ETHERNET connector (see section 6.3) 6. Connect the power cord 1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VS-88SDI. After connecting your VS-88SDI, switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device... -
Page 14: Connecting The Rs-232 Port
Connecting the VS-88SDI Figure 2: Connecting the VS-88SDI Connecting the RS-232 Port You can connect to the VS-88SDI 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-88SDI via RS-232: •... -
Page 15: Determining The Machine Number
• When using a single unit, set the unit to Machine # 1. • A master unit must be Machine #1. When connecting more than one VS-88SDI unit, set a different Machine # on each unit. The units do not have to be numbered sequentially but each unit must have a unique machine number. -
Page 16: Connecting A Pc Or Controller To The Rs-485 Port
OFF. Connecting a PC or Controller to the RS-485 Port You can operate the VS-88SDI via the RS-485 port from a distance of up to 1200 meters (3900ft) using any device equipped with an RS-485 port (for example, a PC). -
Page 17: Setting The Line Termination
To set line termination, as shown in Figure • For the VS-88SDI units located at the ends of the RS-485 line, set the RS-485 TERM DIP-switch ON • For all other VS-88SDI units in the middle of the line, set the... -
Page 18: Connecting The Ethernet Port Directly To A Pc (Crossover Cable)
6.5.1 Connecting the ETHERNET Port Directly to a PC (Crossover Cable) You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS-88SDI to the Ethernet port on your PC, via a crossover cable with RJ-45 connectors. This type of connection is recommended for identification of the factory default... -
Page 19: Connecting The Ethernet Port Via A Network Hub (Straight-Through Cable)
Figure 5: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window 6.5.2 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub (Straight- Through Cable) You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS-88SDI to the Ethernet port on a network hub or network router, via a straight-through cable with RJ-45 connectors. -
Page 20: Figure 6: Connect Screen
Connecting the VS-88SDI Figure 6: Connect Screen 2. Select the method to connect to the Ethernet port of the VS-88SDI. Select: Ethernet, if you know the IP address number or the machine name. The default name for the machine is KRAMER_XXXX ... -
Page 21: Controlling Via The Ethernet Port
4. If required, make changes and press Set. If not, click Close. Controlling via the Ethernet Port You can control the VS-88SDI via RS-232/RS-485 or the Ethernet using the Kramer K-Router application. If you are controlling a standalone unit via RS-232 or the Ethernet, configure the unit as master (Mach No. -
Page 22: Operating The Vs-88Sdi
The following operations are performed by using the front panel buttons. 7.1.1 Power On Display When the VS-88SDI is powered on, the display briefly shows the 4-digit firmware version number, the genlock timing setting, and then the display changes to its normal operating display. -
Page 23: Toggling Between Modes
Operating the VS-88SDI 2. Press an IN SELECT button or the OFF button The selected input switches to the selected output. The digits displayed in the 7-segment display change as appropriate. 7.1.4 Toggling Between Modes To toggle between the AT ONCE and CONFIRM modes, do the following: 1. -
Page 24: Recalling An Input/Output Configuration
Note: Recalling an invalid setup gives an error indication (see section 7.1.10). If you cannot remember which of the eight input/output configurations is the one that you want, set the VS-88SDI to the CONFIRM mode and manually scan all the input/output configurations until you locate it. -
Page 25: Using Serial Commands
Using Serial Commands To operate the VS-88SDI using serial commands, Kramer offers control software that can do this. You can download free software from the Kramer Electronics Web site. • For an explanation of all KRAMER 3000 commands, see section 11.3... -
Page 26: Communication Parameters
10.1 Changing the Device Parameters To change the device parameters do the following: 1. Connect a PC to the VS-88SDI using any one of the following connections: • Connect a serial cable from an RS-232 9-pin D-sub rear panel port on the PC to the VS-88SDI as explained in section 6.1. -
Page 27: Figure 8: P3K Wizard Screen
Using the P3K Wizard 2. Open the P3K Wizard by double-clicking the desktop icon P3K Wizard. The P3K Wizard screen appears Figure 8: P3K Wizard Screen 3. Click the Connect button to open the Connect window. 1 The screens appearing in this manual are examples of the process. The actual screens may differ in their content. -
Page 28: Figure 9: Connect Window
Using the P3K Wizard Figure 9: Connect Window 4. Choose the appropriate type of connection: Ethernet BY IP, BY NAME, or SERIAL/USB, and click OK. The Connect window disappears and the Device Properties window appears. KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY... -
Page 29: Updating The Vs-88Sdi Firmware
5. Change the parameters in the white fields as required and click SET. 10.2 Updating the VS-88SDI Firmware The VS-88SDI uses a microcontroller that runs firmware located in FLASH memory. The latest version of firmware and installation instructions can be... -
Page 30: Kramer Protocol 3000
® Note: If you are using Kramer’s Windows -based control software operates only with Protocol 2000. If the VS-88SDI is set to Protocol 3000, it automatically switches to Protocol 2000. 1 Download the latest software from our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com... -
Page 31: Kramer Protocol 3000 Syntax
Kramer Protocol 3000 11.2 Kramer Protocol 3000 Syntax Protocol 3000 communicates at a data rate of 115200 baud, no parity, 8 data bits and 1 stop bit. 11.2.1 Host Message Format Start Address (optional) Body Delimiter Destination_id@ Message 11.2.1.1 Simple Command... -
Page 32: Command Terms
11.2.4 Entering Commands You can directly enter all commands using a terminal with ASCII communications software, such as HyperTerminal, Hercules, etc. Connect the terminal to the serial, Ethernet, or USB port on the Kramer device. To enter , press the Enter key. -
Page 33: Command Forms
Kramer Protocol 3000 11.2.5 Command Forms Some commands have short name syntax in addition to long name syntax to allow faster typing. The response is always in long syntax. 11.2.6 Command Chaining Multiple commands can be chained in the same string. Each command is delimited by a pipe character ( '|' ). -
Page 34: Kramer Protocol 3000 Commands
Kramer Protocol 3000 11.3 Kramer Protocol 3000 Commands 11.3.1 Device Initiated Messages Command Syntax Switcher actions: Video channel has switched (breakaway mode) VID IN>OUT 11.3.2 Result and Error Codes Syntax Command ran successfully, no error. COMMAND PARAMETERS OK Protocol Errors:... -
Page 35: Preset Commands
Kramer Protocol 3000 11.3.4 Preset Commands Command Syntax Response Store current connections to PRST-STO PRESET PRST-STO PRESET RESULT preset Short form: PSTO PRESET Recall saved preset PRST-RCL PRESET PRST-RCL PRESET RESULT Short form: PRCL PRESET Delete saved preset PRST-DEL PRESET... -
Page 36: Identification Commands
Short form: ETHP? PROTOCOL = TCP/UDP (transport layer protocol) PORT = Ethernet port that accepts Protocol 3000 commands 1-65535 = User defined port 0 - Reset port to factory default (50000 for UDP, 5000 for TCP) KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY... -
Page 37: Hex Table (Protocol 2000)
Hex Table (Protocol 2000) Hex Table (Protocol 2000) Table 8 lists the Hex values for a single machine (MACHINE # 1): Table 8: VS-88SDI Hex Codes for Switching via RS-232/RS-485 OUT 1 OUT 2 OUT 3 OUT 4 OUT 5... -
Page 38: Kramer Protocol 2000
Kramer Protocol 2000 Kramer Protocol 2000 The VS-88SDI is compatible with Kramer’s Protocol 2000 , version 0.50. 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 39: Table 10: 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 10: Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 Note: All values in the table are decimal, unless otherwise stated. - Page 40 (in real-time). For example, if input 3 is detected as invalid, the unit will send the HEX codes If input 7 is detected as valid, then the unit will send HEX codes KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...
- Page 41 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 42 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.