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- Page 1 K R A ME R E LE CT R O N IC S L TD . USER MANUAL MODEL: VS-48HDCPxl 4x8 DVI Matrix Switcher P/N: 2900-300015 Rev 6...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction Getting Started Achieving the Best Performance Safety Instructions Recycling Kramer Products Overview About Fast Switching Defining the VS-48HDCPxl 4x8 DVI Matrix Switcher Using the IR Transmitter Installing in a Rack Connecting the VS-48HDCPxl Connecting to the VS-48HDCPxl via RS-232... -
Page 4: Introduction
Introduction Welcome to Kramer Electronics! Since 1981, Kramer Electronics has been providing a world of unique, creative, and affordable solutions to the vast range of problems that confront the video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting professional on a daily basis. In recent years, we have redesigned and upgraded... -
Page 5: Getting Started
Achieving the Best Performance To achieve the best performance: Use only good quality connection cables (we recommend Kramer high- performance, high-resolution cables) to avoid interference, deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise levels (often associated with low quality cables) ... -
Page 6: Safety Instructions
Kramer Electronics has made arrangements with the European Advanced Recycling Network (EARN) and will cover any costs of treatment, recycling and recovery of waste Kramer Electronics branded equipment on arrival at the EARN facility. For details of Kramer’s recycling arrangements in your particular country go to our recycling pages at http://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/recycling/. -
Page 7: Overview
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. -
Page 8: About Fast Switching
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 An external remote IR receiver (optional), see Section 3.3 ... -
Page 9: Figure 1: Vs-48Hdcpxl 4X8 Dvi Matrix Switcher Front Panel
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) OFF Button... -
Page 10: Figure 2: Vs-48Hdcpxl 4X8 Dvi Matrix Switcher Rear Panel
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 Connects to a PC or the serial remote controller (see Section ETHERNET RJ-45 Connector... -
Page 11: Using The Ir Transmitter
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. -
Page 12: Installing In A Rack
Installing in a Rack VS-48HDCPxl - Installing in a Rack... -
Page 13: Connecting The Vs-48Hdcpxl
Connecting the VS-48HDCPxl Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your 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. -
Page 14: Connecting To The Vs-48Hdcpxl Via Rs-232
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: ... -
Page 15: Connecting Via Ethernet
Section 5.2.2) After connecting the VS-48HDCPxl to the Ethernet port, configure your local Ethernet port by following the instructions in the Kramer Ethernet Configuration User Guide available from http://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/product_downloads.asp. Note: If you want to connect via a router and your IT system is based on IPv6, speak to your IT department for specific installation instructions. -
Page 16: Operating The Vs-48Hdcpxl 4X8 Dvi Matrix Switcher
Operating the VS-48HDCPxl 4x8 DVI Matrix Switcher This section describes how to: Route inputs to outputs (see Section 6.1) Disconnect outputs (see Section 6.2) Store and recall a setup (see Section 6.3) Changing the port switching speed (see Section 6.4) ... -
Page 17: Storing And Recalling A Setup
Storing and Recalling a Setup 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. Figure 4: SELECTOR Buttons The gray numbers (1 to 12) in Figure 4... -
Page 18: Changing The Port Switching Speed
Changing the Port Switching Speed The switching speed can be set per port to any of the following: 3—Normal (default) 2—Fast 1—Extra fast To change the port switching speed: 1. Ensure that the device is in normal switching mode, (that is, not Store, Recall or EDID mode). -
Page 19: Acquiring The Edid
To set the HDCP: 1. Turn the power off on the machine. 2. Press and hold the IN 1, IN 2 and LOCK buttons simultaneously and turn the power on while pressing these buttons (you will need more than one person to perform this step). - Page 20 2. Press the EDID and STO buttons simultaneously and hold them for 3 seconds. Both buttons flash. 3. Press the IN SELECT button to which the EDID is to be copied. The selected input number flashes on the display. 4. Select the OUT SELECT button from which the EDID is to be acquired. 5.
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Page 21: Locking And Unlocking The Front Panel
7. Press the SELECT OUT button from which the next EDID is to be acquired (for example, OUT 6). 8. Press the SELECT IN 3 button again. The IN 3 button stops flashing. 9. Press the SELECT IN buttons to which you want to copy the EDID (for example, IN 1 and IN 3). -
Page 22: Resetting The Ethernet Configuration To Default Values
Resetting the Ethernet Configuration to Default Values This procedure resets only the IP related parameters. All switching and preset values remain unchanged. Section 8 To reset the IP parameters to their default values (see Press and hold the ETH Reset button on the rear panel while powering up the device Controlling Configuration via the Ethernet Port To control several units via Ethernet, connect the Master unit (Machine # 1) -
Page 23: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications INPUTS: 4 DVI connectors OUTPUTS: 8 DVI connectors MAX. DATA RATE: 6.75Gbps (2.25Gbps per graphic channel) COMPLIANCE WITH Supports DVI and HDCP STANDARDS: MAX RESOLUTION: Up to UXGA; 1080p POWER CONSUMPTION: 100240VAC; 50/60Hz, 38VA CONTROLS: Front panel buttons, infrared remote control transmitter, RS-232, Ethernet OPERATING TEMPERATURE: 0°... -
Page 24: Default Communication Parameters
Default Communication Parameters RS-232 Protocol 2000 Baud Rate: 9600 Data Bits: Stop Bits: Parity: None Command Format: Example (Output 1 to Input 1): 0x01, 0x81, 0x81, 0x81 Ethernet IP Address: 192.168.1.39 TCP Port: 5000 UDP Port 50000 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 VS-48HDCPxl - Default Communication Parameters... -
Page 25: Kramer Protocol 2000
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);... - Page 26 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...
- Page 27 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...
- Page 29 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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