2 Downloadable from our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com 3 Previously known as the IR-1 / IR-1-01 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...
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5-pin terminal block connector The VS-311HDMI can operate either in the manual mode or in the auto mode. In the manual mode, the VS-311HDMI acts as a regular switcher, switching the input video and audio signals to the output via the three front panel INPUT SELECT buttons.
High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) 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 In particular, HDMI:...
(often associated with low quality cables) Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances and position your VS-311HDMI away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust Caution – No operator-serviceable parts inside unit.
Your VS-311HDMI Automatic HDMI / Audio Switcher Your VS-311HDMI Automatic HDMI / Audio Switcher Figure 1 illustrates the front and rear panels of the VS-311HDMI. Table 2 defines the front and rear panels of the VS-311HDMI. Figure 1: VS-311HDMI Automatic HDMI / Audio Switcher...
Your VS-311HDMI Automatic HDMI / Audio Switcher Table 2: VS-311HDMI Automatic HDMI / Audio Switcher Features Feature Function IR Receiver The red LED lights when receiving signals from the Infra-red remote control transmitter POWER Switch Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF...
1 You do not need to connect all the inputs 2 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VS-311HDMI. After connecting your VS-311HDMI, switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device 3 You can also connect a DVD player with a DVD connector, using an DVI-HDMI adapter to transfer video signals 4 Alternatively you can connect it to the 3.5 mini-jack connector...
Connecting the VS-311HDMI Automatic HDMI / Audio Switcher HDMI Plasma Display HDMI Set Top Box HDMI AV Receiver Source DVD Player Figure 2: Connecting the VS-311HDMI Automatic HDMI / Audio Switcher...
ON: automatic mode, inputs switch automatically to the output according to the priority setup Inputs 1, 2 and 3 can be set in priority according to your needs. The VS-311HDMI will switch to the secondary input upon loss of the primary input signal, and back to the primary input when a signal is detected.
2 When in the manual mode (dipswitch 4 set to OFF), you can switch an input to the output using the front panel INPUT SELECT buttons 3 Input 1, 2 or 3 4 Note that unless the connection is permanent, the VS-311HDMI will revert to an automatic switcher when the connection is removed...
Connecting the VS-311HDMI Automatic HDMI / Audio Switcher 5.3 Controlling via RS-232 (for example, using a PC) To connect a PC to the VS-311HDMI unit, using the Null-modem adapter provided with the machine (recommended): Connect the RS-232 DB9 rear panel port on the Master VS-311HDMI...
5.4.1 Connecting the ETHERNET Port directly to a PC (Crossover Cable) You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS-311HDMI to the Ethernet port on your PC, via a crossover cable with RJ-45 connectors, as Table 5 and Figure 6 define.
Connecting the VS-311HDMI Automatic HDMI / Audio Switcher 5. Select the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click the Properties Button (see Figure 7). Figure 7: Local Area Connection Properties Window 6. Select Use the following IP Address, and fill in the details as shown in Figure 8.
Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub (Straight-Through Cable) You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS-311HDMI to the Ethernet port on a network hub or network router, via a straight-through cable with RJ-45 connectors, as Table 6 defines:...
The Exit command closes the Configuration Manager application Action The Search Board command seeks the VS-311HDMI device that connects to the PC via the ETHERNET port, and displays it and its corresponding settings; The Config command adjusts the VS-311HDMI according to the displayed data...
Figure 10: The Virtual Serial Port Manager Window 3. Press the Add VSP button to add a serial port and type the IP settings according to the IP address and local port of your VS-311HDMI (see Figure 11). Figure 11: The Virtual Serial Port Properties Window 1 File names are liable to change from time to time 2 The latest version appears on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com...
Connecting the VS-311HDMI Automatic HDMI / Audio Switcher 4. You can set a virtual port for each local port on your VS-311HDMI (see Figure 12). Figure 12: The Virtual Serial Port Properties Window (COM 3 and COM 4) 5. In the control application, choose the COM-port connection according to your virtual serial port connections (see Figure 13).
Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Table 8 includes the technical specifications: Table 8: Technical Specifications of the VS-311HDMI INPUTS: 3 HDMI connectors 3 S/PDIF digital audio on RCA connectors 3 unbalanced stereo audio +4dBm on 3.5mm mini jacks OUTPUT: 1HDMI connector 1 S/PDIF digital audio on an RCA connector 1 unbalanced stereo audio + 4dBm on a 3.5mm mini jack, with 1 balanced...
Kramer Protocol 2000 Kramer Protocol 2000 The VS-311HDMI is compatible with Kramer’s Protocol 2000 (version 0.46) (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 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.
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LOCK FRONT PANEL 0 - Panel unlocked 1 - Panel locked REQUEST WHETHER PANEL IS LOCKED RESERVED - - - - - - - - DIRECT MEMORY Memory address Data SAVE KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...
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Kramer Protocol 2000 INSTRUCTION DEFINITION FOR SPECIFIC INSTRUCTION NOTE DESCRIPTION INPUT OUTPUT AUDIO PARAMETER INPUT Bit: 0 - Gain SETTINGS FOR I0 - 0=input; 1=output 1 - Bass INSTRUCTIONS 22, I1 - Left 2 - Treble 24, 25 I2 - Right...
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NOTE 17 – For clean switching of RGBHV video, the “seamless switching” option may be used. The blanking period for the transition of the RGB sources may be set in this case, in steps of 25 milliseconds. For example, to set for 350ms blanking time (14 steps), send HEX codes KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...
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Kramer Protocol 2000 NOTE 18 – Delayed execution allows switching after a delay dictated by RS-232. To do this, the user sends instruction 7 with the “Set for delayed switch” option (64 ) before sending the switch command (instruction 1) or pressing via front panel.
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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: 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;...
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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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