Kramer VS-88H User Manual

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K R A ME R E LE CT R O N IC S L TD .
USER MANUAL
MODEL:
VS-88H
8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher
P/N: 2900-000654 Rev 5
Tel. 07131 911201
Fax 07131 911203
ce-info@camboard.de

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  • Page 1 Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics K R A ME R E LE CT R O N IC S L TD . USER MANUAL MODEL: VS-88H 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher P/N: 2900-000654 Rev 5 www.camboard.de Tel. 07131 911201 ce-info@camboard.de Fax 07131 911203...
  • Page 2 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics www.camboard.de Tel. 07131 911201 ce-info@camboard.de Fax 07131 911203...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Default Communication Parameters Kramer Protocol 2000 Figures Figure 1: VS-88H 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher Front Panel Figure 2: VS-88H 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher Rear Panel Figure 3: Connecting the VS-88H 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher Figure 4: Local Area Connection Properties Window...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    Scan Converters and Scalers; GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors; GROUP 9: Room Connectivity; GROUP 10: Accessories and Rack Adapters and GROUP 11: Sierra Video Products. Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VS-88H 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher, which is ideal for the following typical applications: ...
  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality  Position your Kramer VS-88H away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust This equipment is to be used only inside a building. It may only be connected to other equipment that is installed inside a building.
  • Page 6: Recycling Kramer Products

    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

    Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics Overview The VS-88H is a high quality 8x8 matrix switcher for HDMI signals. It reclocks and equalizes the signal and can route any input to any or all outputs simultaneously. In particular, the VS-88H features: ...
  • Page 8: Figure 1: Vs-88H 8X8 Hdmi Matrix Switcher Front Panel

    Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics Figure 1: VS-88H 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher Front Panel Feature Function IR Indication LED and Receiver Lights yellow when receiving signals from the infrared remote control transmitter, signal receiver for the infrared remote control transmitter...
  • Page 9: Figure 2: Vs-88H 8X8 Hdmi Matrix Switcher Rear Panel

    Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics Figure 2: VS-88H 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher Rear Panel Feature Function IN HDMI Connectors (1 to 8) Connect to up to 8 HDMI sources OUT HDMI Connectors (1 to 8) Connect to up to 8 HDMI acceptors...
  • Page 10: 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 11: Installing In A Rack

    Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics Installing in a Rack This section provides instructions for rack mounting the unit. VS-88H - Installing in a Rack www.camboard.de Tel. 07131 911201 ce-info@camboard.de Fax 07131 911203...
  • Page 12: Connecting The Vs-88H

    Connecting the VS-88H Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your VS-88H. After connecting your VS-88H, connect its power and then switch on the power to each device. To connect the VS-88H as illustrated in the example in Figure 1.
  • Page 13: Connecting To The Vs-88H Via Rs-232

    Figure 3: Connecting the VS-88H 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher Connecting to the VS-88H via RS-232 You can connect to the VS-88H 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-88H via RS-232: ...
  • Page 14: Using The Ethernet Connection

    5.2.1 Connecting the Ethernet Port Directly to a PC (Crossover Cable) You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS-88H to the Ethernet port on your PC, via a crossover cable with RJ-45 connectors. This type of connection is recommended for identifying the VS-88H with the factory configured default IP address.
  • Page 15: Figure 4: Local Area Connection Properties Window

    5. You can use any IP address in the range 192.168.1.1 to 192.168.1.255 (excluding 192.168.1.39) that is provided by your IT department. 7. Click OK. Figure 5: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window VS-88H - Connecting the VS-88H www.camboard.de Tel. 07131 911201 ce-info@camboard.de Fax 07131 911203...
  • Page 16 5.2.2 Connecting the Ethernet Port to a Network Hub You can connect the Ethernet port on the VS-88H to the Ethernet port on a network hub or router using a straight-through cable with RJ-45 connectors. VS-88H - Connecting the VS-88H www.camboard.de...
  • Page 17: Operating The Vs-88H 8X8 Hdmi Matrix Switcher

    You can use the STO and RCL buttons to store up to 16 setups and then recall them using the OUT (1-8) and IN (9-16) SELECTOR buttons (see Figure VS-88H - Operating the VS-88H 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher www.camboard.de Tel. 07131 911201 ce-info@camboard.de...
  • Page 18: Acquiring The Edid

     Section ‎ ‎ 6 Several sets of inputs and outputs (see .4.2)  Section ‎ ‎ 6 The default EDID (see .4.3) VS-88H - Operating the VS-88H 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher www.camboard.de Tel. 07131 911201 ce-info@camboard.de Fax 07131 911203...
  • Page 19 4. Press the SELECT OUT button from which the first EDID is to be acquired (for example, OUT 1). 5. Press the SELECT IN 1 button again. The IN 1 button stops flashing. VS-88H - Operating the VS-88H 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher www.camboard.de Tel. 07131 911201 ce-info@camboard.de...
  • Page 20 3. Press the OFF button until a "0" (zero) appears on the display. 4. Press the EDID button. The process is complete when the display returns to normal. VS-88H - Operating the VS-88H 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher www.camboard.de Tel. 07131 911201 ce-info@camboard.de...
  • Page 21: Locking And Unlocking The Front Panel

    To control several units via Ethernet, connect the Master unit (Machine # 1) Ethernet port on your PC. Use your PC to configure the initial settings (see Section ‎ 5 .1). VS-88H - Operating the VS-88H 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher www.camboard.de Tel. 07131 911201 ce-info@camboard.de...
  • Page 22: Technical Specifications

    19” x 7” x 1U (W, D, H) DIMENSIONS: 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-88H - Technical Specifications www.camboard.de Tel. 07131 911201 ce-info@camboard.de Fax 07131 911203...
  • Page 23: Default Communication Parameters

    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 Number: 5000 VS-88H - Default Communication Parameters www.camboard.de Tel. 07131 911201 ce-info@camboard.de Fax 07131 911203...
  • Page 24: Kramer Protocol 2000

    Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics Kramer Protocol 2000 The Kramer Protocol 2000 RS-232/RS-485 communication uses four bytes of information as defined below. All the values in the table are decimal, unless otherwise stated. 1st Byte DESTINATION INSTRUCTION 2nd Byte INPUT...
  • Page 25 NOTE 8 - The reply is as in TYPE 3 above, except that here the OUTPUT is assigned with the value 0 if the setup is not defined / no valid input is detected; or 1 if it is defined / valid input is detected. VS-88H - Kramer Protocol 2000 www.camboard.de Tel.
  • Page 26 For example, if six 16X16 matrices are configured to make a 48X32 system (48 inputs, 32 outputs), the reply to the HEX code 82 (ie. request the number of outputs) would be HEX codes ie. 16 outputs VS-88H - Kramer Protocol 2000 www.camboard.de Tel. 07131 911201 ce-info@camboard.de Fax 07131 911203...
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  • Page 28 Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics 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...

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