Kramer Protocol 2000 Figures Figure 1: VS-161H 16x1 HDMI Switcher Figure 2: Connecting a VS-161H 16x1 HDMI Switcher Figure 3: Connecting a PC without Using a Null-modem Adapter Figure 4: Local Area Connection Properties Window Figure 5: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window...
The VS-161H is ideal for conference room presentations and advertising applications, as well as for rental and staging. Note, that the Kramer VS-161H is identical to the VS-161HDMI; just the name has changed replacing the suffix “HDMI” by “H” (according to the HDMI Guideline).
Getting Started Quick Start This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps. 1 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www kramerelectronics com KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...
) is a data-structure, provided by a display, to describe its capabilities to an HDMI source. The EDID enables the VS-161H to “know” what kind of monitor is connected to the output. The EDID includes the manufacturer’s name, the product type, the timing data supported by the display, the display size, luminance data and (for digital displays only) the pixel mapping data.
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: •...
Kramer VS-161H away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust Your VS-161H 16x1 Switcher Figure 1 Table 1 define the VS-161H. 1 Developed by Intel 2 Available from Kramer Electronics on our Web site at http://www kramerelectronics com...
Your VS-161H 16x1 Switcher Table 1: VS-161H 16x1 HDMI Switcher Features Feature Function IR Receiver The red LED lights when receiving signals from the Infrared remote control transmitter POWER Switch Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF MUTE Button...
Installing the VS-161H in a Rack Installing the VS-161H in a Rack This section provides instructions for rack mounting the unit. KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...
Press an INPUT SELECTOR button (from 1 to 16) to choose which HDMI input to route to the output 1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VS-161H After connecting your VS-161H, switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device...
Operating the VS-161H Figure 2: Connecting a VS-161H 16x1 HDMI Switcher Operating the VS-161H This section describes: • The PC mode and the DVD mode (see section 7.1) • How to acquire the EDID (see section 7.2) • How to control the machine via RS-232 (see section 7.3) •...
6. You can connect a computer to the input(s) that is set to the PC mode and a DVD to the input(s) that is set to the DVD mode. 1 The default 2 For example, the Kramer HDMI-DVI Gold Plated Cable in various lengths (3”, 6”, 10” and 15”)
Operating the VS-161H Table 2 summarizes the differences between the PC mode and the DVD mode: Table 2: DVD Mode and PC Mode Characteristics PC Mode DVD Mode The input is connected to a computer The input is connected to a multimedia applica ion,...
(see Section 7.4.2) for connection via a network hub or network router 7.4.1 Connecting the ETHERNET Port directly to a PC (Crossover Cable) You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS-161H to the Ethernet port on your PC, via a crossover cable with RJ-45 connectors.
Operating the VS-161H After connecting the Ethernet port, configure your PC as follows: 1. Right-click the My Network Places icon on your desktop. 2. Select Properties. 3. Right-click Local Area Connection Properties. 4. Select Properties. The Local Area Connection Properties window appears.
Power cord, null-modem adapter, rack “ears”, IR remote control OPTIONS: Kramer HDMI cables 1 Specifications are subject to change without notice 2 For best results, use Kramer cables such as the C-HM/HM series, the C-HM/DM series and/or our HDMI over fiber optics C-FOHM/FOHM series...
Kramer Protocol 2000 Kramer Protocol 2000 The VS-161H is compatible with Kramer’s Protocol 2000 (version 0.50) (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 5: Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 Note: All values in the table are decimal, unless otherwise stated...
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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: 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;...
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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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