User Manual for Kramer 88 Series switcher and Remote - AV-iQ
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1. 5 SNLVLS LNANI aL ols XHW IOS 8X 2 qm i 98 2 9 S p t cz r 1ndino Dur cdd est Tadina E d i samoa A Q N O O GO SIOYOUMS XIDLI Your Matrix Switchers Table 7 and Table 8 define the features and functions of the SD 7588V Table 7 SD 7588V Front Panel No Feature Function 1 Power Switch Illuminated switch supplying power to the unit 2 ALL Button Pressing ALL before pressing an NPUT button connects that input to all outputs ALL All Outputs 3 OFF Button Pressing OFF after pressing an OUTPUT button disconnects that output from the OFF All Inputs inputs To turn off the connections press the ALL button and then the OFF button 4 OUTPUT Buttons Select the output to which the input is switched 5 INPUT Buttons Select the input to switch to the output 6 STO Button Pressing STO STORE followed by an output button stores the current setting refer to section 7 2 1 7 RCL Button Pressing the RCL RECALL button and the corresponding OUTPUT key recalls a setup The stored status blinks Pressing a different OUTPUT button lets you view another s2. Figure 9 Component Switcher 1 For RGB or YUV Y B Y R Y 2 Video signal in component form offers the highest professional video quality superior to composite o VS 88V Group Connection r s Video Switcher ft 1C Master Switcher of the Group 3 After initially powering up the component switcher if some of its switchers remain in a different status press the ALL button followed by the OFF button on the Master to reset all the connections prior to normal operation 20 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Understanding the Modes 6 Understanding the Modes This section describes the different system and confirmation modes 6 1 About the System Modes By default a switcher starts in the standalone mode and the IN SYSTEM key does not illuminate Pressing the INSYSTEM key twice toggles to the IN SYSTEM mode This section describes the Standalone and the INSYSTEM modes as follows 6 1 1 Standalone Mode In the standalone mode e The switcher implements actions independently and separately from the others e Upon starting the system only one MACHINE IN SYSTEM illuminates on the remote controller 6 1 2 IN SYSTEM Mode In the IN SYSTEM mode e Several switchers with different kinds of signals are connected as a system operating as a universal switcher More than one MACHINE IN SYSTEM illuminates to indicate the units that are c
3. Lock Unlock Specific Switcher MACHINE IN SYSTEM STO MACHINE IN SYSTEM All Switchers STO TAKE Remote Controller STO RCL 8 Technical Specifications Table 14 lists the technical specifications for the 88 Series switchers 1 Including the remote controller if locked 2 All other remote controllers remain locked You will need to unlock each remote controller separately 3 Unlocks all units and in addition the remote controller 26 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Technical Specifications Table 14 Technical Specifications for 88 Series VS 88A VS 88V SD 7588A SD 7588V INPUTS 8 balanced stereo audio 4 8 composite video 1Vpp 75 on 8 AES EBU digital audio 110 Q 8 x SMPTE 259M serial video 75 dBm 33k on detachable terminal BNCs looping Analog sync inputs on detachable terminal blocks on BNGs looping Analog sync blocks 1Vpp 75 on BNCs transformer coupled inputs on BNCs OUTPUTS 8 balanced audio stereo 4 8 composite video 1Vpp 75 8 reclocked AES EBU digital 8 reclocked SMPTE 259M outputs dBm 50Q Vpp max detachable BNCs audio 110 on detachable 75 on BNCs terminal blocks terminal blocks transformer coupled S
4. UT s 93 POWER TAKE STO RCL ALL OFF Remote Controller 4 n so oe Figure Al RC 8000 Top Rear Panel Features P N 2900 0020111 Al Introduction 1 Introduction Dedication by Kramer Electronics since 1981 to the development and manufacture of high quality video audio equipment makes the Kramer line an integral part of the finest production and presentation facilities in the world In recent years Kramer has redesigned and upgraded most of the line making the best even better The Kramer line of professional video audio electronics is one of the most versatile and complete available and is a true leader in terms of quality workmanship price performance ratio and innovation In addition to our excellent switchers and matrices we also offer distribution amplifiers presentation processors interfaces remote controllers and computer related products Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer 88 Series switcher and Remote Controller These products are ideal for the following applications e Broadcast studios for on air switching and signal routing e Production studios for connecting various sources to acceptors e Non linear editing suites and presentation applications Each 86 Series switcher comes with the following items e AC power cable e This user manual e Kramer concise product catalog CD e Rubber feet 2 Getting Started We recommen
5. chain connection 6 RS 485 Connector RS 485 detachable terminal block port Pins 1 to 3 are for RS 485 and 4 is for vertical sync distribution as Figure 7 illustrates 7 Power Connector with Fuse AC connector enabling power supply to the unit 1 For example press ALL and then Input button 2 to connect input 2 to all the outputs 2 For example press STO and then the Output button 3 to store in Setup 3 3 Only view nothing is implemented at this stage 4 After pressing IN SYSTEM once it blinks 5 When in Confirm mode the TAKE button illuminates 6 If the unit is not the first unit in the line connects to the RS 232 OUT DB 9F port of the previous unit in the line 7 If the unit is the final unit in the daisy chain connection no termination is required 8 The 88 Series RS 485 connector has 4 pins and the remote controller RS 485 connector has just 3 pins KRAMER Your Matrix Switchers 4 2 Your VS 88V The VS 88V is a high performance 8x8 composite video matrix switcher In addition the VS 88V e Is a true matrix switcher enabling the user to simultaneously route any input to any or all outputs e Supports more than 200 MHz video bandwidth Switches during the vertical interval e Accepts analog video as the external source for its vertical interval trigger e Iscontrollable via the front panel buttons as well as the built in RS 232 and RS 485 interfaces e Includes 15 preset memory lo
6. Features KRAMER Your Matrix Switchers Table 3 and Table 4 define the features and functions of the VS 88V Table 3 VS 88V Front Panel Features No Feature Function 1 Power Switch Illuminated switch supplying power to the unit 2 ALL Button Pressing ALL before pressing an INPUT button connects that input to all outputs ALL All Outputs 3 OFF Button Pressing OFF after pressing an OUTPUT button disconnects that output from the OFF All Inputs inputs To turn off the connections press the ALL button and then the OFF button 4 OUTPUT Buttons Select the output to which the input is switched 5 INPUT Buttons Select the input to switch to the output 6 STO Button Pressing STO STORE followed by an output button stores the current setting refer to section 7 2 1 7 RCL Button Pressing the RCL RECALL button and the corresponding OUTPUT key recalls a setup The stored status blinks Pressing a different OUTPUT button lets you another setup After making your choice pressing the RCL button again implements the new status refer to section 7 2 2 8 IN SYSTEM Button Pressing IN SYSTEM twice switches between the Standalone mode in which the switcher implements any action independently from the others and the n System mode in which all switchers implement the same action simultaneously 9 TAKE Button Pressing TAKE toggles the mode between the CONFIRM mode and the TAKE CONFIR
7. RS 232 or RS 485 interface MACH Z m 3k IN SYSTEM 4 YON 1 23456 Figure 6 Rear Panel Dipswitches Table 11 Rear Panel Dipswitches Dipswitch Function 1 4 Set the MACHINE NUMBER refer to Table 12 5 Disables use of the IN SYSTEM button OFF enables the IN SYSTEM button ON disables the IN SYSTEM button 6 Enables a reply from the unit after it receives an RS 232 RS 485 command OFF disables reply enables reply Table 12 Machine Dipswitch Settings MACHINE DIPSWITCH 1 2 3 4 OFF ON ON OFF OFF ON OFF OFF OFF ON OFF OFF ON OFF OFF OFF ON ON ON ON OFF o ojo 5 o mj 5 2 Connecting a Standalone Unit To connect a standalone unit connect the following Power supply e Audio and or video input and output cables 1 Helpful for example when using three composite video switchers to form one component video switcher 17 KRAMER Connecting Your Matrix Switchers e Video reference input for VS 88V and or SD 7588V e Set dipswitch 1 OFF and dipswitches 2 3 4 5 and 6 ON see section 5 1 The IN SYSTEM button is non responsive 5 3 Connecting Several Units with without the Remote Controller To connect several units with or without the
8. connector on detachable terminal blocks CONTROLS 8 illuminated pushbuttons each assigned to a different controlled unit address 8 out 8 in 5 operational pushbuttons similar to the 88 Series DIMENSIONS 8 5 inch W x 1 5 inch D x 5 5 inch H 21 6 cm x 3 8 cm x 14 cm POWER SOURCE 12V DC 200 mA WEIGHT 0 4 kg 0 9 Ibs approx ACCESSORIES Wall Power supply 28 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD LIMITED WARRANTY Kramer Electronics hereafter Kramer warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms HOW LONG IS THE WARRANTY Labor and parts are warranted for three years from the date of the first customer purchase WHO IS PROTECTED Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty WHAT IS COVERED AND WHAT IS NOT COVERED Except as below this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product The following are not covered by the warranty 1 Any product which is not distributed by Kramer or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer If you are uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the web site www kramerelectronics com 2 Any product on which the serial number has been defaced modified or removed 3 Damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from i Accident misuse abuse neglect fire water lightning or other acts of nature ii Product modification or fa
9. separate user manual Kramer Control Software 7 1 Technical Information This section describes setup capacity switching the power on timeout and the system settings 7 1 1 Setup Capacity From every switcher you can store up to 8 setups From the PC you can store up to 15 setups 7 1 2 Switching the Power To switch the power on at all the switchers do the following 1 Verify via the automatic self test that all switchers function correctly 1 Included on the CD ROM in pdf format 22 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Operation 2 Check the firmware version number indicated by the two fast blinking digits on the display To switch the power on at the remote controller do the following 1 Attach the power adapter plug to the power socket on the remote controller 2 Verify via the automatic self test that all switchers and the remote controller function correctly 3 Comm Error LED will illuminate to indicate a problem if at all with any switcher 7 1 3 Timeout By design every push button operation is subject to a 30 second timeout Failure to fully execute an action within 30 seconds will necessitate restarting that action whilst the LED display will show the previous state 7 1 4 System Settings Priority The design excludes any priority Any operator can always override the previous system settings For example in Figure 7 RS 485 System Connection Switchers and Remote Co
10. AMPLING 32 44 1 48 96 KHz sampling frequencies RESOLUTION Up to 24 bit automatic according 10 bit or 8 bit automatic according to input resolution to input resolution STANDARDS AES EBU IEC 958 S PDIF and 4fsc PAL 4fsc NTSC 4 2 2 EIAJ CP340 1201 525 625 and 360Mb s wide screen 525 625 VIDEO BANDWIDTH 200 MHz 3dB VIDEO CROSSTALK lt 50 dB 5 MHz VIDEO S N gt 74 dB DIFF GAIN lt 0 05 DIFF PHASE lt 0 03 Deg K FACTOR lt 0 05 AUDIO BANDWIDTH gt 40 kHz 0 3db AUDIO CROSSTALK lt 90 dB AUDIO S N gt 90 dB unweighted 1Vpp AUDIO THD lt 0 02 1Vpp 1kHz MAXIMAL AUDIO 20 dBm EQUALIZATION Automatic up to 200mV eye Automatic for up to 300m for 270 pattern Mb s using Belden 8281 cable DISPLAY Current switcher status on eight 7 segment bright LEDs Current switcher status on eight 7 segment bright LEDs Signal presence for each channel on front panel LEDs CONTROLS 22 front panel touch switches RS 232 and RS 485 control interface KRAMER 27 VS 88A VS 88V SD 7588A SD 7588V SWITCHING During vertical interval from Analog sync DIMENSIONS 19 inch W x 7 inch D x 1U H rack mountable POWER SOURCE AC 110V 60Hz 220V 50Hz switchable inside the unit Universal 85 264 VAC 47 440 Hz 25 VA max WEIGHT 3 5 kg 7 8 lbs approx ACCESSORIES Power cord Windows 95 98 NT control software VS 8000 INPUTS OUTPUTS 1x RS 485
11. Feature Function 1 MACHINE IN Enable toggle between the standalone and the INSYSTEM modes of any switcher SYSTEM Button and viewing the status and control of the corresponding switcher refer to section 6 2 INPUT Buttons Select the input to switch to the output 3 Comm Error LED The Comm Error LED illuminates when a connection between the remote red controller and a switcher fails 4 OUTPUT Buttons Select the output to which the input is switched 5 OUTPUT labels Identifies a connection between the output and the input shown below it 6 INPUT STATUS Displays the selected input switched to the output marked above each input Display 7 Power LED green llluminates when power is activated 8 TAKE Button Pressing TAKE toggles the mode between the CONFIRM mode and the AT TAKE ONCE mode user confirmation per action is unnecessary CONFIRM 9 STO Button Pressing STO STORE followed by an output button stores the current setting refer to section 7 2 1 10 RCL Button Pressing the RCL RECALL button and the corresponding OUTPUT key recalls a setup The stored status blinks Pressing a different OUTPUT button lets you view another setup After making your choice pressing the RCL button again implements the new status refer to section 7 2 2 11 ALL Button Pressing ALL before pressing an INPUT button connects that input to all outputs ALL All Outputs 12 3 Screws Removing the 3 screws separates the base platform By drilling 3
12. Kramer Electronics Ltd l KRAMER USER MANUAL Models VS 88A VS 88V SD 7588A SD 7588V RC 8000 VS 8000 88 Series Contents Contents 1 Introduction 2 Getting Started 3 Overview 3 1 The 88 Series 3 2 High Quality Performance Recommendations 4 Your Matrix Switchers 4 1 Your VS 88A 4 2 Your VS 88V 4 3 Your SD 7588A 4 4 Your SD 7588V 4 5 Your VS 8000 5 Connecting Your Matrix Switchers 5 1 Dipswitch Settings 5 2 Connecting a Standalone Unit 5 3 Connecting Several Units with without the Remote Controller 5 4 Connecting Several Units and the PC 5 5 Connecting a Component Y C RGBS or RGBHV Switcher 6 Understanding the Modes 6 1 About the System Modes 6 1 1 Standalone Mode 6 1 22 IN SYSTEM Mode 6 2 About the Confirmation Modes 6 2 1 AT ONCE Mode 6 2 2 CONFIRM Mode 7 Operation 7 1 Technical Information 7 1 1 Setup Capacity 7 1 2 Switching the Power On 7 1 3 Timeout 7 1 4 System Settings Priority 7 2 Push Button Controls 7 2 1 Storing a Setting 7 22 Recalling a Setting 7 2 5 Locking and Unlocking Settings 8 Technical Specifications b2 b2 r2 P2 b2 b2 b2 NPR E Pe E 4 NAW NO N N KRAMER Contents Figures Figure 1 VS 88A Front Rear Panel Features 4 Figure 2 VS 88V Front Rear Panel Features 7 Figure 3 SD 7588A Front Rear Panel Feature
13. M ONCE mode user confirmation per action is unnecessary 10 OUTPUT labels Identifies a connection between the output and the input shown below it 11 INPUT STATUS Displays the selected input switched to the output marked above each input Display Table 4 VS 88V Rear Panel Features Feature Function 1 INPUTS BNC Connectors Video inputs 2 OUTPUTS BNC Connectors Video outputs 3 SYNC BNC Connectors For looping to external video sync input 4 75 ohms Button Controls loop termination 5 RS 232 IN DB 9F Connector Connects to PC or Remote Controller 6 MACHINE Dipswitches setup refer to section 5 1 7 RS 485 Connector RS 485 detachable terminal block port Pins 1 to 3 are for RS 485 and pin 4 is for vertical sync distribution 8 Power Connector with Fuse AC connector enabling power supply to the unit 9 RS 232 OUT DB 9M Connector Connects to the RS 232 IN DB 9F port of the next unit in the daisy chain connection 1 For example press ALL and then Input button 2 to connect input 2 to all the outputs 2 For example press STO and then the Output button 3 to store in Setup 3 3 Only view nothing is implemented at this stage 4 After pressing IN SYSTEM once it blinks 5 When in Confirm mode the TAKE button illuminates 6 Push in to terminate the SYNC line Push out when the line extends to another unit 7 If the unit is not the first unit in the line
14. S 232 IN DB 9F port of the next unit in the daisy chain Connector connection 1 For example press ALL and then Input button 2 to connect input 2 to all the outputs 2 For example press STO and then the Output button 3 to store in Setup 3 3 After pressing IN SYSTEM once it blinks 4 When in Confirm mode the TAKE button illuminates 5 Push in to terminate the SYNC line Push out when the line extends to another unit 6 If the unit is not the first unit in the line connects to the RS 232 OUT DB 9F port of the previous unit in the line 7 The 88 Series RS 485 connector has 4 pins and the Remote Controller RS 485 connector has just 3 pins 8 If the unit is the final unit in the daisy chain connection no termination is required 14 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Your Matrix Switchers 4 5 Your VS 8000 The VS 8000 is an optional remote controller for accessing and controlling switchers in the 88 Series In addition the VS 8000 Supports the creation of any configuration that consists of a PC an unlimited number of remote controllers and up to any eight 88 Series switchers activating all the functions of the connected devices individually or grouped e Includes 8 illuminated MACHINE IN SYSTEM buttons that enable toggling between the standalone and the IN SYSTEM modes of any switcher and viewing the status and control of the corresponding switcher e Includes 8 bright LED displays showing th
15. TEM mode KRAMER Your Matrix Switchers 900906 i rower w UU s tT wsverem 1 0203 4 5 C AM v 8 M4 ILI EI ELI LJ 4 2336874 ia Uuuu CIE 9 8 x 8 Balanced Audio Matrix INET S197 ROL TAKE Vs 88A Q Serial INPUTS 5 Due E Loe _ L R L OUTPUTS 50666 o 50969 RS 232 4 OUT ich Beh Boh RI ken RoR heh Beh Fen RoR aA GA Ken RADAR 0 0 0 6 HER SES EEE TE ra RS485 Figure 1 VS 88A Front Rear Panel Features KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Your Matrix Switchers Table 1 and Table 2 define the features and functions of the VS 88A Table 1 VS 88A Front Panel Features No Feature Function 1 Power Switch Illuminated switch supplying power to the unit 2 ALL Button Pressing ALL before pressing an INPUT button connects that input to all outputs ALL All Outputs 3 OFF Button Pressing OFF after pressing an OUTPUT button disconnects that output from the OFF All Inputs inputs To turn off the connections press the ALL button and then the OFF button 4 OUTPUT But
16. cations for quickly and easily accessing the most frequently used configurations Includes Windows 95 98 NT control software May be used with the VS 8000 an optional remote controller see section 4 5 e Functions as a standalone unit as well as part of a Kramer multi signal switcher system e be combined as part of a group of VS 88V switchers that comprise component switcher Figure 2 illustrates the front and rear panels of the VS 88V 1 Transitions are glitch free when sources share a common reference sync 2 Which includes digital and analog video digital and analog audio and RS 422 control switchers When integrated into a system it can provide the rest of switchers with the vertical interval trigger 3 Refer to section 5 5 and Figure 9 on page 20 6 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Your Matrix Switchers 9060 999999 POWER J i z a x des 5 OUPUT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 a K OFF j INPUT c E 5 Bg 1 L INPUT STO RCI TAKE a 00000 218522 6 IN RS 232 _ OUT M ews rome QUU A i EB INPUTS OUTPUTS Figure 2 VS 88V Front Rear Panel
17. connects to the RS 232 OUT DB 9F port of the previous unit in the line 8 The 88 Series RS 485 connector has 4 pins and the Remote Controller RS 485 connector has just 3 pins 9 If the unit is the final unit in the daisy chain connection no termination is required KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Your Matrix Switchers 4 3 Your SD 7588A The SD 7588A is a high performance multi standard 8x8 digital audio matrix switcher that is adjustment free cable equalized and reclocking In addition the SD 7588A e Provides automatic equalization for losses on 110 twisted pair cable each output to provide 8 low jitter digital outputs e Supports AES EBU IEC 958 S PDIF and EIAJ CP340 1201 professional and consumer formats with sampling frequencies up to 96 kHz e Comes with all inputs and outputs transformer coupled supporting 110 Q impedance twisted pair cable on detachable terminal block connectors e Iscontrollable via the front panel buttons as well as the built in RS 232 and 5 485 interfaces e Includes 15 preset memory locations for quickly and easily accessing the most frequently used configurations e Includes Windows 95 98 NT control software May be used with the VS 8000 an optional remote controller see section 4 5 e Functions as a standalone unit as well as part of a Kramer multi signal switcher system Figure 3 illustrates the front and rear panels of the SD 7588A 1 Which includes digital an
18. d analog video digital and analog audio and RS 422 control switchers When integrated in a system it switches together with the video during the vertical interval thus supporting true IN SYSTEM mode KRAMER Your Matrix Switchers qoo 990909 9 power J 1 2 3 X 6 7 m SYerev OUTPUT 1 2 3 ue 5 6 Fo nd CI CI I HET E Y 2336874 o mw po OOUOOOUOU OU DEO RS ora NS 5 8 x 8 Digital Audio Matrix INPUT STO RCL INPUT STATUS SD 7588A Serial ooooo 00000 INPUTS OUTPUTS e 11021 31 41 51 6 71 8 11121 31 4 51 6 IN RS 232 _ OUT G G G G G G G G G G G G G G TA T 0 1 HEHEHE 19866809 an MACHINE SS Figure 3 SD 7588A Front Rear Panel Features KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Your Matrix Switchers Table 5 and Table 6 define the features and functions of the SD 7588A Table 5 SD 7588A Front Panel Features No Feature Function 1 Power Switch Illuminated switch supplying power to the unit 2 ALL Button P
19. d that you e Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment e Review the contents of this user manual 1 VS 88A or VS 88V or SD 7588A or D 7588V 2 VS 8000 KRAMER Overview 3 Overview 88 Series is a group of 8x8 Vertical Interval Matrix Switchers and a Remote Control Panel for video stereo audio data signals that support the simultaneous connection of one or more inputs to several outputs Vertical Interval Switching ensures an undisturbed picture transition The major innovation with the 58 Series is the ability to switch different kinds of signals simultaneously Section 3 1 outlines the 86 Series and section 3 2 includes recommendations for achieving high quality performance 3 1 The 88 Series The 88 Series includes the following items e VS 88A stereo audio matrix switcher for analog balanced audio e VS 88V video matrix switcher for analog composite video SD 7588A audio matrix switcher for digital audio SD 7588V video matrix switcher for digital video e VS 8000 remote controller for use with the switchers 3 2 High Quality Performance Recommendations Achieving high quality performance means e Connecting only good quality connection cables thus avoiding interference deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching and elevated noise levels often associated with low quality cables e Using good quality sock
20. djustment free cable equalized and reclocking In addition the SD 7588V e Provides automatic equalization for losses on 75 Q coaxial cable and reclocks each output to provide eight low jitter serial digital outputs e Automatic standard recognition e Operates with both 10 bit and 8 bit video automatically recognizing the word length e Accepts analog video as the external source for its vertical interval trigger Iscontrollable via the front panel buttons as well as the built in RS 232 and RS 485 interfaces e Includes 15 preset memory locations for quickly and easily accessing the most frequently used configurations Includes Windows 95 98 NT control software May be used with the VS 8000 an optional remote controller see section 4 5 e Functions as a standalone unit as well as part of a Kramer multi signal switcher system Figure 4 illustrates the front and rear panels of the SD 7588V 1 Which includes digital and analog video digital and analog audio and RS 422 control switchers When integrated into a system it provides the rest of switchers with the vertical interval trigger 12 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD HIA VEDI 3i SIANIDI 4024 14044 ASSSL S F 24814 D ISNA m t qo INAS QNS 0 9 1no zecSH o sss 8 2 9 S v e L 8 2 9 9 14 e L NAS al
21. e status of any standalone or IN SYSTEM matrix switcher e Continuously scrutinizes the status of the connecting RS 485 line e Receives its power from a 12V DC source also useful for field operation e Can be desktop mounted by resting it on its base or attaching it to the desktop or built into a controlling table Figure 5 illustrates the front and rear panels of the VS 8000 Rear Panel Sockets Power RS 485 12v DC G 7 S 1 2 S 127 Y 42 55 2 M EN MACHINE SYSTEM NS STATUS 2 2 lt OUTPUT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 ie3a38581 INPUT 3 X 4 N OUTPUT 2 Comm E LI CIEL SOP 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 mam Lis 4 LI JOU INPUT sod LJ Lh POWER TAKE STO RCL ALL OFF Remote Controller vs 8000 J 9 2 81 924 en 2 Figure 5 VS 8000 Top Rear Panel Features 1 Using its built in RS 485 interface 2 You can control different types of machines in a single configuration 3 That is the switcher with the same MACHINE as the MACHINE IN SYSTEM 15 KRAMER Connecting Your Matrix Switchers Table 9 and Table 10 define the features and functions of the VS 8000 Table 9 VS 8000 Top Panel Features No
22. ets and connectors for the sources and acceptors to avoid signal path breaks Aim for Zero Ohm connection resistance and ensure that sockets and connectors match the required impedance 75 ohms in video e Avoiding interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality Install unbalanced audio and video lines even though the cables are shielded away from mains carrying cables electric motors and transmitters e Positioning the switcher correctly Each switcher is housed in a professional 1 They ensure smooth and glitch free transition when sources share a common reference sync 2 However you cannot connect two or more inputs to a single output 3 Frequently used when recording or transmitting a video program involving several video sources 4 Poor quality connectors tend to rust which may cause breaks 5 Balanced audio lines are less prone to interference KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Your Matrix Switchers 19 inch rack mountable enclosure requiring one vertical rack space per product The standard 19 inch IU rack assembly requires no specific spacing above or below the unit for ventilation Your Matrix Switchers This section describes the products in the 88 Series range that can function separately or switch together in the same manner in the Jn System mode 4 1 Your VS 88A The VS 88A is a high performance 8x8 stereo audio matrix switcher for balanced audio ste
23. etup After making your choice pressing the RCL button again implements the new status refer to section 7 2 2 8 IN SYSTEM Button Pressing IN SYSTEM twice switches between the Standalone mode in which the switcher implements any action independently from the others and the n System mode in which all switchers implement the same action simultaneously 9 TAKE Button Pressing TAKE toggles the mode between the CONFIRM mode and the AT TAKE CONFIRM ONCE mode user confirmation per action is unnecessary 10 OUTPUT labels Identifies a connection between the output and the input shown below it 11 INPUT STATUS Display Displays the selected input switched to the output marked above each input 12 INPUT STATUS LEDs _ Illuminate when the input signal is presented on a corresponding line and complies with the SDI standard Table 8 SD 7588V Rear Panel Features No Feature Function 1 INPUTS BNC Connectors Video inputs 2 OUTPUTS BNC Connectors Video outputs 3 SYNC BNC Connectors For looping to external video sync input 4 75 ohms Button Controls loop termination 5 RS 232 IN DB Connector Connects to PC or Remote Controller 6 MACHINE Dipswitches setup refer to section 5 1 7 RS 485 Connector RS 485 detachable terminal block port Pins 1 to 3 are for RS 485 and 4 is for vertical sync distribution 8 Power Connector with Fuse AC connector enabling power supply to the unit 9 RS 232 OUT DB 9M Connects to the R
24. holes in the desktop you can screw the remote controller directly in place 13 OFF Button Pressing OFF after pressing an OUTPUT button disconnects that output from the OFF All Inputs inputs To turn off the connections press the ALL button and then the OFF button Table 10 VS 8000 Rear Panel Features No Feature Function 1 Power Socket 12V DC connector enabling power supply to the unit 2 RS 485 Connector RS 485 detachable terminal block port 5 Connecting Your Matrix Switchers This section describes how to e Set the dipswitches refer to section 5 1 e Connect a standalone unit refer to section 5 2 e Connect several units with without the remote controller refer to section 5 3 1 For example the switcher is not connected at all or connected but without power 2 When in Confirm mode the TAKE button illuminates 3 Only view nothing is implemented at this stage 4 For example press ALL and then Input button 2 to connect that input to all outputs 5 With the 88 Series you cannot connect two separate IN SYSTEM mode systems as one combined system 16 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Connecting Your Matrix Switchers e Connect several units and the PC refer to section 5 4 e Connect a component switcher refer to section 5 5 5 1 Dipswitch Settings Each 86 Series switcher includes a rear panel set of six dipswitches as Figure 6 Table 11 and Table 12 define Enables disables the unit from replying over a
25. ilure to follow instructions supplied with the product iii Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by Kramer iv Any shipment of the product claims must be presented to the carrier v Removal or installation of the product vi Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect vii Cartons equipment enclosures cables or accessories used in conjunction with the product WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR AND WHAT WE WILL NOT PAY FOR We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items We will not pay for the following 1 Removal or installations charges 2 Costs of initial technical adjustments set up including adjustment of user controls or programming These costs are the responsibility of the Kramer dealer from whom the product was purchased 3 Shipping charges HOW YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE 1 Toobtain service on you product you must take or ship it prepaid to any authorized Kramer service center 2 Whenever warranty service is required the original dated invoice or a copy must be presented as proof of warranty coverage and should be included in any shipment of the product Please also include in any mailing a contact name company address and a description of the problem s 3 For the name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center consult your authorized dealer LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES All implied warranties including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpo
26. nician Any user who makes changes or modifications to the unit without the expressed approval of the manufacturer will void user authority to operate the equipment DO Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine B Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components 29 KRAMER For the latest information on our products and 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 Caution 9001 32 QS ia Institute of Quality amp Control Kramer Electronics Ltd Web site www kramerelectronics com E mail info kramerel com P N 2900 002011 REV 3
27. nlocking Settings The remote controllers and the PC include a flexible locking mechanism for safeguarding settings on switchers To prevent changing the settings accidentally lock your switchers Unlocking releases the protection mechanism From any remote controller you can lock and unlock the following e A specific switcher e All switchers e That specific remote controller From PC you can lock and unlock the following e A specific switcher e All switchers Locking a specific remote controller does not lock any other remote controller To lock all the remote controllers press the TAKE and the STO 1 Nothing changes in the setup 2 At this stage pressing a different changes the Output On one occasion the same unit can function in the standalone mode and on another occasion in the IN SYSTEM mode 4 Locking means that the front panel is locked In all other respects for example recall changing input and output the switcher still operates via the remote controller and the PC 5 Especially if the system is complex and the switchers are stored on a rack in another room 6 Restarting perhaps due to an electricity failure a switcher or a remote controller also releases the protection mechanism without wiping out the switcher settings 7 You cannot lock unlock from a switcher 8 You cannot lock a PC 24 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Operation push buttons on each remote controller separately You canno
28. ntrollers the system setting implemented by the operator of Remote Controller 24 will be the current system setting until the operator of say Remote Controller 5 implements different system setting 7 2 Push Button Controls This section describes how to store recall and lock unlock settings 7 2 1 Storing a Setting To store a setting do the following 1 Press the STO button The STO button blinks 2 Press the Output The LED Output display blinks 3 Press the STO button again The memory stores the data 1 For example the digits 10 indicate version 1 0 2 For example if a switcher is not connected or its power is switched off 3 Between any or all of the following remote controllers front panel controls and a PC 4 Whether he operates a remote controller a set of front panel controls or a PC 5 At this stage pressing a different changes the Output 23 KRAMER Operation 4 The LED display returns to its previous state 7 2 2 Recalling a Setting To recall a setting do the following 1 Press the RCL button The RCL button blinks 2 Press the Output The LED Output display blinks displaying what was previously stored 3 Press the RCL button again This recalls the stored data By design you cannot recall data that is stored in a particular unit from a different unit Each unit even when set to the IN SYSTEM mode stores its own data separately 7 2 3 Locking and U
29. onnected as part of a system Each MACHINE IN SYSTEM for those IN SYSTEM units will not illuminate However on each of the IN SYSTEM units the respective IN SYSTEM button continues to illuminate e Any executed action affects all units in the system 6 2 About the Confirmation Modes By default the unit starts in the AT ONCE mode that is if an OUT IN combination is pressed it will be implemented immediately Pressing the TAKE button twice toggles between the CONFIRM and the AT ONCE modes This section describes the CONFIRM and the AT ONCE modes as follows 1 Each switches in the same order according to the entered command with one or more of them following the other units 2 The IN SYSTEM button on each unit also illuminates l 21 KRAMER Operation 6 21 AT ONCE Mode In the AT ONCE mode e You save time e Actions require no user confirmation e Execution is immediate No protection is offered to prevent the implementation of a wrongly entered action 6 2 2 Mode In the CONFIRM mode e You have a method to help avoid making a mistake e Every action requires user confirmation e Execution is delayed until the user confirms the action e Protection is offered to prevent erroneous switching 7 Operation This section describes the hardware of the machine and the operation of its front panel controls For instructions on using the Windows 95 98 NT Control Software refer to the
30. ower supply e Audio and or video input and output cables Reference input for video for VS 88V and or SD 7588V e Set the dipswitches for the different MACHINE Set dipswitch 5 OFF and dipswitch 6 ON e Switchers in a daisy chain arrangement using the RS 232 In and RS 232 Out DB9 connectors should be connected using a flat cable or with at least the three wires pins 2 3 and 5 Do not use a null modem adapter Assign PC port to 9600 N 8 and 1 Figure 8 illustrates a typical system connection with both the RS 232 and the RS 485 connected in a parallel line 5151819181818 2 80 og Switcher 1 Switcher 8 Figure 8 System Connection Switchers and the PC 1 RS 485 connection supports up to 32 devices that is switchers and remote controllers For example when connecting 2 switchers per system you can connect up to 30 remote controllers 2 The 88 Series firmware complies with Kramer Protocol 2000 version 3 1 and higher 3 Make one to one connections that is uncrossed 4 Often the PC has no RS 485 Com port and so both are required simultaneously KRAMER 19 Connecting Your Matrix Switchers 5 5 Connecting a Component Y C RGBS or RGBHV Switcher A component switcher consists of 3 VS 88V switchers interconnected as one group with one of the switchers set as the Master A component switche
31. r can function in the IN SYSTEM or standalone mode Similarly you can configure 2 VS 88V switchers for Y C s Video 4 VS 88V switchers for RGBS or 5 VS 88V switchers for RGBHV To set the VS 88V switchers in the group to operate as a single component switcher do the following with every switcher in the group e Set the same MACHINE for each switcher for example MACHINE 2 e Set dipswitch 5 OFF e Set dipswitch 6 OFF except on the Master set Dipswitch 6 ON Except for the Master whose LEDs illuminate and front panel controls remain unlocked the LEDs on all switchers in the group are dimmed and their front panel controls are locked Figure 9 illustrates a component switcher that consists of a group of 3 VS 88V switchers R SYNC 20000 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 O PEJ ele z IN 85 232 _ OUT ow psmwc dn 72 m BLUE BERI Switcher Tht IERI 11 NI m IERI Sera sync 5249 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 i 1 s IN 85 232 as ds 72 Em pm n Switcher 1B IERI Lil UN B Soria x b dolo al O 69 5552 6 1 s IN RS232 OU Y
32. remote controller connect as follows e Power supply e Audio and or video input and output cables e Video reference input for VS 88V or 50 7588 e Inasystem with more than one video switcher either VS 88V or SD 7588V connect all video switchers to the video reference by looping between the sync BNC connectors e Set the dipswitches for the different MACHINE 1 to 8 for each machine and set dipswitch 5 OFF and dipswitch 6 ON e Connect all the 4 terminals to the RS 485 interface connectors e Operate the front panel controls of any switcher Figure 7 illustrates a typical system connection Video Reference 4 Switcher 1 4 88V Push Out 75 7 9 K SYNC Switcher 8 Push In 75 SD 7588V oe Ohm Button Terminating SYNC line RS 485 Remote Controller 1 fusing shielded twisted pair wiring the ground GND is usually connected to the shield 28H Remote Controller 24 Figure 7 RS 485 System Connection Switchers and Remote Controllers 18 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Connecting Your Matrix Switchers You can connect up to 24 remote controllers and up to 8 switchers per system However when connecting less than 8 switchers you can connect more remote controllers 5 4 Connecting Several Units and the PC To connect several units and the PC connect the following e P
33. reo signals using detachable terminal block connectors In addition the VS 88A e Is a true matrix switcher enabling the user to simultaneously route any input to any or all outputs e Delivers excellent audio performance ensuring that it remains transparent in almost any audio application e Is controllable via the front panel buttons as well as the built in RS 232 and RS 485 interfaces e Includes 15 preset memory locations for quickly and easily accessing the most frequently used configurations e Includes Windows 95 98 NT control software May be used with the VS 8000 an optional remote controller see section 4 5 e Functions as a standalone unit as well as part of a Kramer multi signal switcher system Figure 1 illustrates the front and rear panels of the VS 88A 1 mount a switcher position the rack ears against the rails of your rack and insert standard screws through each of the 4 corner holes in the front panel 2 Switchers in the 88 Series share identical front panel controls Video switchers with the suffix V have rear panel BNC connectors Audio switchers with the suffix A have rear panel detachable terminal block connectors 3 Standalone 4 Section 6 describes the different modes 5 Which includes digital and analog video digital and analog audio and RS 422 control switchers When integrated in a system it switches together with the video during the vertical interval thus supporting true IN SYS
34. ressing ALL before pressing an INPUT button connects that input to all ALL All Outputs outputs 3 OFF Button Pressing OFF after pressing an OUTPUT button disconnects that output from the OFF All Inputs inputs To turn off the connections press the ALL button and then the OFF button 4 OUTPUT Buttons Select the output to which the input is switched 5 INPUT Buttons Select the input to switch to the output 6 STO Button Pressing STO STORE followed by an output button stores the current setting refer to section 7 2 1 nA RCL Button Pressing the RCL RECALL button and the corresponding OUTPUT key recalls a setup The stored status blinks Pressing a different OUTPUT button lets you view another setup After making your choice pressing the RCL button again implements the new status refer to section 7 2 2 8 IN SYSTEM Button Pressing IN SYSTEM twice switches between the Standalone mode in which the switcher implements any action independently from the others and the n System mode in which all switchers implement the same action simultaneously 9 TAKE Button Pressing TAKE toggles the mode between the CONFIRM mode and the AT TAKE CONFIRM ONCE mode user confirmation per action is unnecessary 10 OUTPUT labels Identifies a connection between the output and the input shown below it 11 INPUT STATUS Displays the selected input switched to the output marked above each input Display 12 INPUT STATUS LEDs Illuminate when the input signal is pre
35. roller The remote controller locks and the INPUT STATUS Display numbers on the remote controller appear dimmed 1 That is TAKE RCL and ALL 2 All other remote controllers remain unlocked l 25 KRAMER Technical Specifications 7 2 3 2 Unlocking Switchers To unlock a specific switcher do the following 1 Press the TAKE button on the remote controller The TAKE button blinks 2 Press the appropriate MACHINE IN SYSTEM button on the remote controller The MACHINE IN SYSTEM button blinks 3 Press the RCL button on the remote controller The specific locked switcher unlocks and the INPUT STATUS Display numbers on the switcher no longer appear dimmed To unlock all switchers do the following 1 Press the TAKE button on the remote controller The TAKE button blinks 2 Press the ALL button on the remote controller The ALL button blinks 3 Press the RCL button on the remote controller All the switchers unlock and the INPUT STATUS Display numbers on the switchers no longer appear dimmed The remote controller also unlocks To unlock a remote controller do the following 1 Press the TAKE button on the remote controller The TAKE button blinks 2 Press the RCL button on the remote controller The locked remote controller unlocks and the INPUT STATUS Display numbers on the remote controller no longer appear dimmed Table 13 Push Button Sequence Summary
36. s 10 Figure 4 SD 7588V Front Rear Panel Features 13 Figure 5 VS 8000 Top Rear Panel Features 15 Figure 6 Rear Panel Dipswitches 17 Figure 7 RS 485 System Connection Switchers and Remote Controllers 18 Figure 8 System Connection Switchers and the PC 19 Figure 9 Component Switcher VS 88V Group Connection 20 Tables Table 1 VS 88A Front Panel Features 5 Table 2 VS 88A Rear Panel Features 5 Table 3 VS 88V Front Panel Features 8 Table 4 VS 88V Rear Panel Features 8 Table 5 SD 7588A Front Panel Features 11 Table 6 SD 7588A Rear Panel Features 11 Table 7 SD 7588V Front Panel 14 Table 8 SD 7588V Rear Panel Features 14 Table 9 VS 8000 Top Panel Features 16 Table 10 VS 8000 Rear Panel Features 16 Table 11 Rear Panel Dipswitches 17 Table 12 Machine Dipswitch Settings 17 Table 13 Push Button Sequence Summary 26 Table 14 Technical Specifications for 88 Series 27 ii KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD ADDENDUM 8000 The VS 8000 is renamed the 8000 The VS 8000 that is described on page 15 of the user manual is renamed the RC 8000 and illustrated in Figure Al below Rear Panel Sockets 1 12 DC 6 oo mo MACHINE IN SYSTEI STATUS INPUT e a Oss a3
37. se are limited in duration to the length of this warranty 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 or 2 Any other damages whether incidental consequential or otherwise Some countries may not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from place to place NOTE All products returned to Kramer for service must have prior approval This may be obtained from your dealer This equipment has been tested to determine compliance with the requirements of EN 50081 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic emission standard Part 1 Residential commercial and light industry EN 50082 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic immunity standard Part 1 Residential commercial and light industry environment CFR 47 FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15 Radio frequency devices Subpart B Unintentional radiators CAUTION DO Servicing the machines can only be done by an authorized Kramer tech
38. sented on a corresponding line and complies with the AES EBU standard Table 6 SD 7588A Rear Panel Features No Feature Function 1 INPUTS Connectors Audio inputs 2 OUTPUTS Connectors Audio outputs 3 RS 232 IN DB 9F Connector Connects to PC or Remote Controller 4 MACHINE Dipswitches setup refer to section 5 1 5 RS 485 Connector RS 485 detachable terminal block port Pins 1 to 3 are for RS 485 and pin 4 is for vertical sync distribution 6 Power Connector with Fuse AC connector enabling power supply to the unit 7 RS 232 OUT DB 9M Connector Connects to the RS 232 IN DB 9F port of the next unit in the daisy chain connection 1 For example press ALL and then Input button 2 to connect input 2 to all the outputs 2 For example press STO and then the Output button 3 to store in Setup 3 3 Only view nothing is implemented at this stage 4 After pressing IN SYSTEM once it blinks 5 When in Confirm mode the TAKE button illuminates 6 If the unit is not the first unit in the line connects to the RS 232 OUT DB 9F port of the previous unit in the line 7 The 88 Series RS 485 connector has 4 pins and the Remote Controller RS 485 connector has just 3 pins 8 If the unit is the final unit in the daisy chain connection no termination is required KRAMER 11 Your Matrix Switchers 4 4 Your SD 7588V The SD 7588V is a high performance multi standard 8x8 serial digital video matrix switcher that is a
39. t simultaneously lock or unlock all the remote controllers from one remote controller or from the PC When all switchers and remote controllers are locked the front panel switcher push buttons are inoperative By design only specific remote controller push buttons will function enabling the operator to execute the unlock commands Section 7 2 3 1 describes how to lock the switcher and section 7 2 3 2 describes how to unlock the switcher For a concise summary of the locking unlocking push button sequence refer to Table 13 on page 26 7 2 3 1 Locking Switchers To lock a specific switcher do the following 1 Press the TAKE button on the remote controller The TAKE button blinks 2 Press the appropriate MACHINE IN SYSTEM button on the remote controller The MACHINE IN SYSTEM button blinks 3 Press the STO button on the remote controller The specific switcher locks and the INPUT STATUS Display numbers on the switcher appear dimmed To lock all switchers do the following 1 Press the TAKE button on the remote controller The TAKE button blinks 2 Press the ALL button on the remote controller The ALL button blinks 3 Press the STO button on the remote controller All the units lock and the INPUT STATUS Display numbers on the switchers appear dimmed To lock a remote controller do the following 1 Press the TAKE button on the remote controller The TAKE button blinks 2 Press the STO button on the remote cont
40. tons Select the output to which the input is switched 5 INPUT Buttons Select the input to switch to the output 6 STO Button Pressing STO STORE followed by an output button stores the current setting refer to section 7 2 1 7 RCL Button Pressing the RCL RECALL button and the corresponding OUTPUT key recalls a setup The stored status blinks Pressing a different OUTPUT button lets you view another setup After making your choice pressing the RCL button again implements the new status refer to section 7 2 2 8 IN SYSTEM Button Pressing IN SYSTEM twice switches between the Standalone mode in which the switcher implements any action independently from the others and the n System mode in which all switchers implement the same action simultaneously 9 TAKE Button Pressing TAKE toggles the mode between the CONFIRM mode and the AT TAKE CONFIRM ONCE mode user confirmation per action is unnecessary 10 OUTPUT labels Identifies a connection between the output and the input shown below it 11 INPUT STATUS Displays the selected input switched to the output marked above each input Display Table 2 VS 88A Rear Panel Features No Feature Function 1 INPUTS Connectors Audio inputs 2 OUTPUTS Connectors Audio outputs 3 RS 232 IN DB 9F Connector Connects to PC or Remote Controller 4 MACHINE Dipswitches setup refer to section 5 1 5 RS 232 OUT DB 9M Connector Connects to the RS 232 IN DB 9F port of the next unit in the daisy
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