Kramer VS-311H User Manual

Kramer VS-311H User Manual

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Kramer Electronics, Ltd.

USER MANUAL

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VS-311H
Automatic HDMI / Audio Switcher

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Summary of Contents for Kramer VS-311H

  • Page 1: User Manual

    Kramer Electronics, Ltd. USER MANUAL Model: VS-311H Automatic HDMI / Audio Switcher...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Kramer Protocol 2000 Figures Figure 1: VS-311H Automatic HDMI / Audio Switcher Figure 2: Connecting the VS-311H Automatic HDMI / Audio Switcher Figure 3: DIP-switches Figure 4: Connecting the Contact Closure Remote Control PINS Figure 5: Crossed Cable RS-232 Connection...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Audio Switcher, which is ideal for: • Systems requiring automatic HDMI routing • Presentation and multimedia applications Note, that the Kramer VS-311H is identical to the VS-311HDMI; just the name has changed replacing the suffix “HDMI” by “H” (according to the HDMI Guideline).
  • Page 4: Quick Start

    Getting Started 2.1 Quick Start This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps. KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...
  • Page 5: Overview

    5-pin terminal block connector The VS-311H can operate either in the manual mode or in the auto mode. In the manual mode, the VS-311H acts as a regular switcher, switching the input video and audio signals to the output via the three front panel INPUT SELECT buttons.
  • Page 6: About Hdmi

    5 HDMI supports multiple audio formats, from standard stereo to multi-channel surround-sound HDMI has the capacity to support Dolby 5 1 audio and high-resolution audio formats 6 HDMI provides the quality and functionality of a digital interface while also supporting uncompressed video formats in a simple, cost-effective manner KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...
  • Page 7: Recommendations For Best Performance

    (often associated with low quality cables) • Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances and position your VS-311H away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust 3.3 Terminology Used in this User Manual Table 1 defines some terms that are used in this user manual.
  • Page 8: Your Vs-311H Automatic Hdmi / Audio Switcher

    Your VS-311H Automatic HDMI / Audio Switcher Your VS-311H Automatic HDMI / Audio Switcher Figure 1 illustrates the front and rear panels of the VS-311H. Table 2 defines the front and rear panels of the VS-311H. Figure 1: VS-311H Automatic HDMI / Audio Switcher...
  • Page 9: Table 2: Vs-311H Automatic Hdmi / Audio Switcher Features

    Your VS-311H Automatic HDMI / Audio Switcher Table 2: VS-311H Automatic HDMI / Audio Switcher Features Feature Function IR Receiver The red LED lights when receiving signals from he Infra-red remote control transmitter POWER Switch Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF...
  • Page 10: Connecting The Vs-311H Automatic Hdmi / Audio Switcher

    1 You do not need to connect all the inputs 2 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VS-311H After connecting your VS-311H, switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device...
  • Page 11: Figure 2: Connecting The Vs-311H Automatic Hdmi / Audio Switcher

    Connecting the VS-311H Automatic HDMI / Audio Switcher Figure 2: Connecting the VS-311H Automatic HDMI / Audio Switcher...
  • Page 12: Setting The Dip-Switches

    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-311H will switch to the secondary input upon loss of the primary input signal, and back to the primary input when a signal is detected.
  • Page 13: Priority Switching Applications

    2 When in the manual mode (DIP-switch 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-311H will revert to an automatic switcher when the connection is removed...
  • Page 14: Connecting To The Vs-311H Via Rs-232

    Connecting the VS-311H Automatic HDMI / Audio Switcher 5.3 Connecting to the VS-311H via RS-232 You can connect to the unit via a crossed RS-232 connection, using for example, a PC. A crossed cable or null-modem is required as shown in method A and B respectively.
  • Page 15: Controlling Via Ethernet

    5.4.2) for connection via a network hub or network router 5.4.1 Connecting the ETHERNET Port directly to a PC (Crossover Cable) You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS-311H to the Ethernet port on your PC, via a crossover cable with RJ-45 connectors.
  • Page 16: Connecting The Ethernet Port Via A Network Hub (Straight-Through Cable)

    Figure 8: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window 5.4.2 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub (Straight-Through Cable) You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS-311H to the Ethernet port on a network hub or network router, via a straight-through cable with RJ-45 connectors.
  • Page 17: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Table 5 includes the technical specifications: Table 5: Technical Specifications of the VS-311H 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...
  • Page 18: Kramer Protocol 2000

    Kramer Protocol 2000 Kramer Protocol 2000 The VS-311H 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.
  • Page 19: Table 7: 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 7: Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 Note: All values in the table are decimal, unless otherwise stated...
  • Page 20 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;...
  • Page 21 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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