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1. Get Get front panel lock state Response Set Option 1 pnn LOCK FP se lock_mod se OK ce uF Option 2 01 LOCK FP s device_id lock_mode sr OK Get Option 1 lpn LOCK FP se ock_mode ce iF Option 2 01 LOCK FP sp device_id lock_mode cx Parameters lock_mode 0 OFF unlocks the front panel buttons 1 ON locks the front panel buttons device_id for K Net controllers select the button panel to lock Locking is allowed only from the master Command MODEL Command Type System mandatory Command Name Permission Transparency se as oo y MODEL ave Description Syntax Se Get Get device model MODEL2ca Response nn MODEL se model_name ce tr Parameters model_name String of up to 19 printable ASCII chars Command Type System Command Name Permission Transparency Pet L T D Description Syntax Switch to protocol 2000 P2000 cr Get C Response Nnn P2000 sr OK Notes Available only for devices that support Protocol 2000 Protocol 2000 has a command to switch back to an ASCII protocol like Protocol 3000 Command PR R Command Type System mandatory Command Name Permission Transparency ewe eoo o o oOo T d Description Syntax Sot E Get Get
2. Command VID Command Type Switch Command Name Permission Transparency Description Syntax Set video switch state VIDIse in gt out in gt out cr Get Get video switch state Response in gt out cr LF in gt out cr Le in gt out cr LF in gt 1 in gt 2 Parameters in input number or 0 to disconnect output gt connection character between in and out parameters out output number or for all outputs Notes When AFV switching mode is active this command also switches audio and the unit replies with command AV Examples When AFV switching mode is active this command also switches audio and the unit replies with command AV Switch video and audio input 3 to output 7 AV 3 gt 7 CRI 01 AV 3 gt 7 CRLF Switch video input 2 to output 4 V 2 gt 4 CR 01 VID 2 gt 4 C RLF Switch video input 4 to output 2 in machine 6 6 VID 4 gt 2 CRI 06 VID 4 gt 2 CRLF i i ICR i RI Disconnect video and audio output 4 AV 0 gt 4 01 AV 0 gt 4CRLF Switch video input 3 to all outputs V 3 gt C 01 VID 3 gt CRLF Chaining AV 1 gt V 3 gt 4 2 gt 2 2 gt 1 0 gt 2 V 3 gt 9 A 0 gt 1 V CRI multiple Switch audio and video from input 1 to all outputs AV 1 gt CRLF commands Switch video inpu
3. EDID revision Input signal typ Color bit depth Display type Screen size Power management Extension blocs 13 Digital DVI 00 x 390 mm 31 5 in Not supported 1 CEA EXT Color characteristics Default color space 2 20 Rx 0 640 Ry 0 341 Green chromaticity Gx 0 286 Gy 0 610 Blue chromaticity Bx 0 146 By 0 069 White point default Wx 0 284 Wy 0 293 Additional descriptors None Timing characteristics Horizontal scan range 31 94kKHz Vertical scan range 50 85Hz Video bandwidth 170MHz CVT standard Not supported GTF standard Not supported Additional descriptors None Preferred timing Yes Native preferred timing 1280x720p at 60Hz Modeline 1280x720 74 250 1280 1390 1430 1650 720 725 730 746 hsync vsync Detailed timing 1 1920x1080p at 60Hz 16 9 Modeline 920x1080 148 500 1920 2008 2052 2200 1080 1084 1089 1125 hsync vsync Standard timings supported 720 x 400p at 70Hz IBM VGA 720 x 400p at 88Hz IBM XGA2 640 x 480p at 60Hz IBM VGA 640 x 480p at 67Hz Apple Mac II 640 x 480p at 72Hz VESA 640 x 480p at 75Hz VESA 800 x 600p at 56Hz VESA 800 x 600p at 60Hz VESA 800 x 600p at 72Hz VESA 800 x 600p at 75Hz VESA 832 x 624p at 75Hz Apple Mac II 1024 x 768i at 87Hz IBM 1024 x 768p at 60Hz VESA 1024x 768p at 70Hz VESA 1024x 768p at 75Hz VESA 1280 x 1024p at 75Hz VESA 1152x 870p at 75H
4. iN Protocol 3000 12 3 Kramer Protocol 3000 Detailed Commands This section describes the detailed commands list Command BUILD DATE Command Type System mandatory Command Name Permission Transparency Ist Description Syntax Get device build date BUILD DATE c Response fpn BUILD DATE s gt date se timece ur Parameters date Format YYYY MM DD where YYYY Year MM Month DD Day time Format hh mm ss where hh hours mm minutes ss seconds Command CPEDID Command Type System Command Name Permission Transparency CPEDID w D Description Syntax p Copy EDID data from the output to pen T EEPROM P CPEDID se output id input id Get a Response Nnn CPEDID s output_id input id CR LF Parameters output _id Video output id input_id Video input id Response Triggers Response is sent to the com port from which the Set was received before execution Notes Destination bitmap size depends on device properties for 64 inputs it is a 64 bit word Example bitmap 0x0013 means inputs 1 2 and 5 are loaded with the new EDID Command DISPLAY Command Type System Command Name Permission Transparency a a a CE Description Syntax Sot Get output HPD status DISPLAY selout_id ce Response Inn DISPLAY se out_id status Para
5. RESOLUTION Up to UXGA 1080p POWER CONSUMPTION 100 240V AC 50 60Hz 25VA CONTROLS Front panel buttons infrared remote control transmitter RS 232 Ethernet OPERATING TEMPERATURE 0 to 40 C 32 to 104 F STORAGE TEMPERATURE 40 to 70 C 40 to 158 F HUMIDITY 10 to 90 RHL non condensing DIMENSIONS 19 x 7 24 x 1U W D H WEIGHT 1 6kg 3 5lbs approx INCLUDED ACCESSORIES Power cord IR transmitter rack ears OPTIONS External remote IR receiver cable Specifications are subject to change without notice at http Awww kramerelectronics com VS 44HN Technical Specifications VeA 9 4HN Default Default Communication Parameters Protocol 2000 Default Example Output 0x01 0x81 0x81 0x81 1 to Input 1 Switching Protocol P2000 gt P3000 0x38 0x80 0x83 0x81 Front Panel Press and hold Output 1 and Output 3 simultaneously Ethernet Protocol 3000 Baud Rate Data Bits Stop Bits 9600 VID1 gt 1 lt CR gt Command Format Example Output 1 to Input 1 P3000 gt P2000 Command P2000 lt CR gt Front Panel Press and hold Output 1 and Output 2 simultaneously IP Address 192 168 1 39 TCP Port 5000 Subnet Mask 255 255 255 0 UDP Port 50000 Communication Para 10 Default EDID Monitor Model name w VWS 44HN Manufacturer KMR Plug and Play ID Serial number KRM0200 1 2010 ISO week 24 one
6. HDTV 16 9 1 1 NB NTSC refresh rate Hz 1000 1001 CE audio data formats supported LPCM 3 channel 24 bits at 44 48 kHz CE speaker allocation data Channel configuration 7 1 Front left righ Front LFE Front cente Rear left right No Rear center No Front left right center No Rear left right center No Rear LFE CE vendor specific data VSDB IEEE registration number 0x000C03 CEC physical address 1 0 0 0 Maximum TMDS clock 165MHz Report information Date generated Software revision Data source Operating system 5 1 2600 2 Service Pack 3 Raw data 00 FF FF FF FF FF FF 00 2E 4D 00 02 01 00 00 00 18 14 01 03 81 46 27 78 0A D5 7C A3 57 49 9C 25 11 48 4B FF FF 80 81 C0 81 00 95 00 81 40 81 80 90 40 B3 00 A9 40 01 1D 00 72 51 D0 1A 20 6E 28 55 00 7E 88 42 00 00 1A 02 3A 80 18 71 38 2D 40 58 2C 45 00 C4 8E 21 00 00 1E 00 00 00 FC 00 56 53 2D 34 32 48 4E 0A 20 20 00 00 00 00 00 00 FD 00 32 55 1F 5E 11 00 0A 20 20 20 20 20 20 01 7B 02 03 1A 71 47 11 13 05 14 84 10 1F 23 0A 06 04 83 05 00 00 65 03 0C 00 10 00 8C 0A D0 8A 20 E0 2D 10 10 3E 96 00 58 C2 21 00 00 18 01 1D 80 18 71 1C 16 20 58 2C 25 00 C4 8E 21 00 00 9E 01 1D 80 D0 72 1C 16 20 10 2C 25 80 C4 8E 21 00 00 9E 01 1D 00 72 51 D0 1E 20 6E 28 55 00 C4 8E 21 00 00 1E 01 1D 00 BC 52 D0 1E 20 B8 28 55 40 C4 8E 21 00 00 1E 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 90 VS 44HN Default EDID 11 Kramer Protocol 2
7. On or disabled Off for each of the HDMI inputs allowing the source to transmit a non HDCP signal if required for example when working with a Mac computer To set the HDCP 1 Turn the power off on the machine 2 Press and hold the IN 1 IN 2 and LOCK buttons simultaneously and turn the power on while pressing these buttons you will need more than one person to perform this step The machine is set to the HDCP enable disable mode The input front panel buttons status indicates the HDCP state of each input HDCP enabled ON on an input that input button is illuminated HDCP disabled OFF on an input that button is not illuminated VS 44HN Operating the VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher 6 6 6 7 3 Press an input button to change its status You can press one or more inputs 4 Once you have changed the status of HDCP on the inputs as desired press the EDID to save the changes and exit the HDCP enable disable mode to return to normal operation Note If the EDID button is not pressed within about 12 seconds the device exits the port HDCP On Off mode automatically and all changes are lost Resetting the IP Parameters This procedure resets only the IP related parameters All switching and preset values remain unchanged To reset the IP parameters to their default values see Section 9 e Press and hold the RESET button on the rear panel while powering up the device Switching Between Protocol
8. For example instruction 1 SWITCH VIDEO causes all units including audio data etc to switch Similarly if a machine is in FOLLOW mode it performs any video instruction NOTE 16 The reply to the REQUEST WHETHER PANEL IS LOCKED is as in NOTE 4 above except that here the OUTPUT is assigned with the value 0 if the panel is unlocked or 1 if it is locked NOTE 19 After this instruction is sent the unit will respond to the ASCII command set defined by the OUTPUT byte The ASCII command to operate with the HEX command set must be sent in order to return to working with HEX codes VS 44HN Kramer Protocol 2000 12 Protocol 3000 By default the VS 44HN is set to Protocol 2000 see Section 11 but is also compatible with Kramer s protocol 3000 Note that the VS 44HN needs to be set to protocol 2000 in order to use the IR remote control The VS 44HN can be operated using serial commands from a PC remote controller or touch screen using the Kramer Protocol 3000 This section describes e Kramer Protocol 3000 syntax see Section 12 1 e Kramer Protocol 3000 commands see Section 12 2 12 1 Kramer Protocol 3000 Syntax 12 1 1 Host Message Format Start Address optional Body Delimiter e omeno Message 12 1 1 1 Simple Command i Command string with only one command without addressing Start Body Delimiter Command SP Parameter_1 Parameter_2 12 1 1 2
9. Notes For Get size 0 means EDID is not supported For old devices that do not support this command nn ERR 002 cr tris received Command GEDID EXT Command Type Common Command Name Permission Transparency Description Syntax Read EDID from external device Get eatheciea te onl GEDID EXT s gt out_id Response Multi line response nn GEDID EXT se out_id sizelce u EDID_datalce tr pn GEDID EXT s out_id s OK Parameters out_id EEPROM to get the EDID from size Device sends this parameter in response Size of EDID that will print edid_data EDID data as stream of bytes Command Name Permission Transparency se a ooo y OO Description Syntax Sor E f 4 2 options 1 HELP 2 HELP command _namd Get command list or help for specific E command Response 1 Multi line prj Device available protocol 3000 commands ce command se command fer ut To get help for command use HELP COMMAND_NAME jce tr 2 Multi line hn HELP se command cr ve ldescriptior ce ur USAGE usage Command IDV Command Type System Command Name Permission Transparency w aaa ae ay aaa Description Syntax Set visua
10. device protocol version PROT VER cr Response NNn PROT VER sr3000 versioncr uF Parameters Version XX XX where X is a decimal digit Command PR ST Command Type System Command Name Permission Transparency st Ge PRETLST Description Syntax Set Get saved preset list Get PRST LSTA ce Response Inni PRST LST s preset preset Parameters preset preset number Notes In most units video and audio presets with the same number are stored and recalled together by commands PRST STO and PRST RCL Command PRST RCL Command Type System Command Name Permission Transparency PRST ACL w an Ce Description Syntax Recall saved preset list PRST RCL se preset cr i Response Si nn PRST RCLs Jpresetfce LF Parameters preset preset number Notes In most units video and audio presets with the same number are stored and recalled together by commands PRST STO and PRST RCL Command PRST STO Command Type System Command Name Permission Transparency So PRST STO Publ ct Description Syntax e Store current connections volumes and modes in preset PRST STO e Set t Get Response Inn PRST STO preselce LF Parameters preset preset number Notes In most units video and audio presets wi
11. instruction codes 1 and 2 the OUTPUT 7 bits is set as the output number which is to be switched Similarly if switching is done via the machine s front panel then these bits are set with the OUTPUT NUMBER which was switched For other operations these bits are defined according to the table 4th BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 1 Bit 5 Don t care OVR Machine number override M4 MO MACHINE NUMBER Used to address machines in a system via their machine numbers When several machines are controlled from a single serial port they are usually configured together with each machine having an individual machine number If the OVR bit is set then all machine numbers accept implement the command and the addressed machine replies For a single machine controlled via the serial port always set M4 MO 1 and make sure that the machine itself is configured as MACHINE NUMBER 1 HN Kramer Protocol 2000 K Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 Instruction Definition for Specific Instruction Description Input 0 RESET VIDEO 0 0 1 1 SWITCH VIDEO Set equal to video input which is Set equal to video output whichis 2 15 to be switched to be switched 0 disconnect 0 to all the outputs 3 STORE VIDEO Set as SETUP 0 to store 2 3 15 STATUS 1 to delete 4 RECALL VIDEO Set as SETUP 0 2 3 15 STATUS 5 REQUEST STATUS Set as SETUP Equal to outp
12. the Ethernet port see Section 7 2 4 Connect the device to the mains electricity not shown in Figure 3 5 Power on the device 6 If necessary acquire the EDID see Section 6 2 6 Operating the VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher This section describes e Switching an input to an output see Section 6 1 e Acquiring the EDID see Section 6 2 e Storing and recalling switch settings see Section 6 3 e Changing the port switching speed see Section 6 4 e Setting HDCP on or off see Section 6 5 e Resetting the VS 44HN IP parameters see Section 6 6 e Switching Between Protocol 2000 and Protocol 3000 see Section 6 7 6 1 Switching an Input to an Output To switch an input to an output e Press an output button followed by an input button to switch the selected input to the selected output 6 2 Acquiring the EDID You can acquire the EDID from any of the following e One output set to one or more of the four inputs see Section 6 2 1 e Different outputs set to different inputs see Section 6 2 2 e The default EDID see Section 6 2 3 Note Attempting to acquire the EDID from an output that does not have a display device connected to it results in the default EDID being acquired VS 44HN Operating the VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher 6 2 1 Acquiring the EDID from One Output Note You can assign the EDID from one output to any or all of the four inputs To acquire the EDID from a display device connected to one of th
13. the HEX code 01 85 88 83 was sent from the PC then the switcher machine 3 switches input 5 to output 8 If the user switched input 1 to output 7 via the front panel keypad then the switcher sends HEX codes 41 81 87 83 to the PC When the PC sends one of the commands in this group to the switcher then if the instruction is valid the switcher replies by sending to the PC the same four bytes that it was sent except for the first byte where the DESTINATION bit is set high NOTE 3 SETUP 0 is the present setting SETUP 1 and higher are the settings saved in the switcher s memory i e those used for Store and Recall NOTE 4 The reply to a REQUEST instruction is as follows the same instruction and INPUT codes as were sent are returned and the OUTPUT is assigned the value of the requested parameter The replies to instructions 10 and 11 are as per the definitions in instructions 7 and 8 respectively For example if the present status of machine number 5 is breakaway setting then the reply to the HEX code 0B 80 80 85 would be HEX codes 4B 80 81 85 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 lt ramer Protocol 2000 NOTE 13 This is a request to identify the switcher s in the system If the OUTPUT is set as 0 and the INPUT is set as 1 2 5 or 7 the machin
14. 000 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 MSB LSB DESTINATION INSTRUCTION 0 D N5 N4 N3 N2 N1 NO 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 1st byte 1 l6 I5 l4 13 12 n 10 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 2nd byte 1 O6 05 04 03 02 O1 o0 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 3rd byte 1 OVR xX M4 M3 M2 M1 MO 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 4th byte 1st BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 0 D DESTINATION 0 for sending information to the switchers from the PC 1 for sending to the PC from the switcher N5 NO INSTRUCTION The function that is to be performed by the switcher s is defined by the INSTRUCTION 6 bits Similarly if a function is performed via the machine s keyboard then these bits are set with the INSTRUCTION NO which was performed The instruction codes are defined according to the table below INSTRUCTION NO is the value to be set for N5 N0 2nd BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 1 16 10 INPUT When switching ie instruction codes 1 and 2 the INPUT 7 bits is set as the input number which is to be switched Similarly if switching is done via the machine s front panel then these bits are set with the INPUT NUMBER which was switched For other operations these bits are defined according to the table 3rd BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 1 O6 00 OUTPUT When switching ie
15. 2000 and Protocol 3000 To switch from Protocol 2000 to Protocol 3000 and back again using the front panel buttons 1 On the TO OUTPUT 1 row press Output buttons 1 and 3 at the same time Protocol 3000 is active 2 Onthe TO OUTPUT 1 row press Output buttons 1 and 2 at the same time Protocol 2000 is active Note that when sending consecutive protocol commands make sure to maintain at least a 200ms delay between commands After performing EDID get store commands a 1 sec delay is required before sending another protocol command Operating the VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher f J 7 7 1 7 2 Connecting to the VS 44HN This section describes e Connecting to the VS 44HN via RS 232 see Section 7 1 e Connecting to the VS 44HN via Ethernet see Section 7 2 e Upgrading the firmware see Section 7 3 Connecting to the VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher via RS 232 You can connect to the VS 44HN 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 44HN via RS 232 e Connect the RS 232 9 pin D sub rear panel port on the VS 44HN unit via a 9 wire straight cable only pin 2 to pin 2 pin 3 to pin 3 and pin 5 to pin 5 need to be connected to the RS 232 9 pin D sub port on your PC Connecting via Ethernet You can connect to the VS 44HN via Ethernet using either of the following methods e Directly to the PC using a crossover cable see Sect
16. BILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IF KRAMER ELECTRONICS CANNOT LAWFULLY DISCLAIM OR EXCLUDE IMPLIED WARRANTIES UNDER APPLICABLE LAW THEN ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES COVERING THIS PRODUCT INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL APPLY TO THIS PRODUCT AS PROVIDED UNDER APPICABLE LAW IF ANY PRODUCT TO WHICH THIS LIMITED WARRANTY APPLIES IS A CONSUMER PRODUCT UNDER THE MAGNUSON MOSS WARRANTY ACT 15 U S C A 2301 ET SEQ OR OTHER APPICABLE LAW THE FOREGOING DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES SHALL NOT APPLY TO YOU AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ON THIS PRODUCT INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR THE PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL APPLY AS PROVIDED UNDER APPLICABLE LAW Other Conditions This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from country to country or state to state This limited warranty is void if i the label bearing the serial number of this product has been removed or defaced ii the product is not distributed by Kramer Electronics or iii this product is not purchased from an authorized Kramer Electronics reseller If you are unsure whether a reseller is an authorized Kramer Electronics reseller please visit our Web site at www kramerelectronics com or contact a Kramer Electronics office from the list at the end of this document Your rights under this limited warranty are not diminished if you do not complete and return
17. Command String Formal syntax with commands concatenation and addressing Start Address Body Delimiter device_id Command_1 Parameter1_1 Parameter1_2 Command_2 Parameter2_1 Parameter2_2 Command_3 Parameter3_1 Parameter3_2 12 1 2 Device Message Format Start Address optional Body delimiter eeno Message RL Protocol 3000 12 1 2 1 12 1 3 Device Long Response Echoing command Start Address optional Body Delimiter I device_id Command SP Param1 Param2 result CR ILF CR Carriage return ASCII 13 0x0D LF Line feed ASCII 10 0x0A ISP Space ASCII 32 0x20 Command Terms Command A sequence of ASCII letters A Z a z and Command and parameters must be separated by at least one space Parameters A sequence of alphanumeric ASCII characters 0 9 A Z a z and some special characters for specific commands Parameters are separated by commas Message string Every command entered as part of a message string begins with a message starting character and ends with a message closing character Note A string can contain more than one command Commands are separated by a pipe character Message starting character For host command query For device response Device ID Optional for K NET K NET Device ID followed by Query sig
18. EMPERATURE STORAGE TEMPERATURE HUMIDITY T CAUTION When installing on a 19 rack avoid hazards by taking care that 1 Itis located within the recommended environmental conditions as the operating ambient temperature of a closed or multi unit rack assembly may exceed the room ambient temperature 2 Once rack mounted enough air will still flow around the machine 3 The machine is placed straight in the correct horizontal position 4 You do not overload the circuit s When connecting the machine to the supply circuit overloading the circuits might have a detrimental effect on overcurrent protection and supply wiring Refer to the appropriate nameplate ratings for information For example for fuse replacement see the value printed on the product label 5 The machine is earthed grounded in a reliable way and is connected only to an electricity socket with grounding Pay particular attention to situations where electricity is supplied indirectly when the power cord is not plugged directly into the socket in the wall for example when using an extension cable or a power strip and that you use only the power cord that is supplied with the machine VS 44HN Installing in a Rack To rack mount a machine 1 Attach both ear brackets to the machine To do so remove the screws from each side of the machine 3 on each side and replace those screws through the ear brackets 2 Place the ears of t
19. For a code example see http sanity free org 133 cre_16 ccitt_in csharp html CRC example Data 123456789 Result gt 0x31C3 Za VS 44HN Protocol 3000 LIMITED WARRANTY The warranty obligations of Kramer Electronics for this product are limited to the terms set forth below Whatis Covered This limited warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship in this product What is Not Covered This limited warranty does not cover any damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from any alteration modification improper or unreasonable use or maintenance misuse abuse accident neglect exposure to excess moisture fire improper packing and shipping such claims must be presented to the carrier lightning power surges or other acts of nature This limited warranty does not cover any damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from the installation or removal of this product from any installation any unauthorized tampering with this product any repairs attempted by anyone unauthorized by Kramer Electronics to make such repairs or any other cause which does not relate directly to a defect in materials and or workmanship of this product This limited warranty does not cover cartons equipment enclosures cables or accessories used in conjunction with this product Without limiting any other exclusion herein Kramer Electronics does not warrant that the product covered hereby including without limitation the techno
20. KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD USER MANUAL MODEL VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher P N 2900 300161 Rev 11 mhm VS 44HN Quick Start Guide j This guide helps you install and use your product for the first time For more detailed information ol go to http bit ly k prod downloads to download the latest manual or scan the QR code on the left Step 1 Check what s in the box VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher A 1 Quick Start Guide 1 Power cord 1 Set of rack ears A Kramer RC IR3 Infrared Remote Control 4 Rubber feet Transmitter with batteries and user manual Step 2 Install the VS 44HN Mount the machine in a rack using the included rack ears or attach the rubber feet and place on a table Step 3 Connect the inputs and outputs I Display with Computer speakers Ere Network Step 4 Connect the power fr Connect the power cord to the VS 44HN and plug it into the mains electricity Step 5 Operate the VS 44HN Switch an Input to an Output Store and Recall a Preset Press an output button followed by an input button To Store 1 Set the device to the desired setting 2 Press the STO button The STO button blinks 3 Select an IN or OUT button to store the device setting 4 Press the STO button to store the current setup To Recall 1 Press the RCL button The RCL button blinks Contents 1 Introduction 2 Getting Started 2 1 Achieving the B
21. and Respo Step 1 LDEDID se eeprom_id size cR Response 1 nn LDEDID s eeprom_id size se READY ce iF or n nNN LDEDID se ERRnnice tr Step 2 If ready was received send EDID_DATA Response 2 nn LDEDID sr eeprom_id size sp OK cr ur eeprom_id EEPROM to put the EDID into size Size of EDID that will send IEDID_DATA HEX or KFW file in protocol packets see Section 12 3 1 Response is sent to the com port from which the Set before execution When the unit receives the LDEDID command it replies with READY and enters the special EDID packet wait mode In this mode the unit can receive only packets and not regular protocol commands If the unit does not receive correct packets for 30 seconds or is interrupted for more than 30 seconds before receiving all packets it sends timeout error Inn LDEDID sr ERRO1 ce ur and returns to the regular protocol mode If the unit received data that is not a correct packet it sends the corresponding error and returns to the regular protocol mode See Protocol Packet reference in Section 12 3 1 Command Name Permission Transparency Description Syntax g Option 1 LOCK FP se lock_modejcr Set Lock front panel Option 2 LOCK FP se device_id lock_modecr Option 1 LOCK FP Option 2 LOCK FP s device_ia ce
22. ant input numbers flash on the display 11 Press the EDID button The process is complete when the display returns to normal 6 2 3 Acquiring the Default EDID To store the default EDID on a selected input for example Input 2 1 Press the EDID and STO buttons simultaneously and hold them for 3 seconds Both buttons flash 2 Press the input for example Input 2 to which the EDID is to be copied The selected input number flashes on the display 3 Press the OFF button until 0 zero appears on the display 4 Press the EDID button The default EDID is stored on the selected input when the display returns to normal 6 3 Storing and Recalling a Switching Setting from a Preset You can use the STO and RCL buttons to store up to 8 setups and then recall them using the OUT 1 4 and IN 5 8 selector buttons see Figure 4 H 1 2 3 A w E GB i Gs 9 E E Figure 4 Store Recall Button Configuration VS 44HN Operating the VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher To store a switching setting for example to preset 8 1 Configure the switching as required for the preset 2 Press the STO button The STO button flashes 3 Select an OUT or IN SELECT button to store the device setting for example IN 4 for preset 8 4 Press the STO button to store the current setup You have to press the STO button within 10 seconds or the procedure automatically times out To recall a switching setting for example from prese
23. ast Switching Older display devices required a longer time between the loss of one digital signal and the introduction of another as well as a physical disconnection of the interconnecting cable in order to be able to detect and adjust to the new video attributes and parameters Normal switching therefore introduced a 5V signal disconnection along with a delay in switching Many newer display devices however are now capable of on the fly switching Depending on the display device in use the VS 44HN allows for fast switching minor reset and the connection kept alive and extra fast switching no reset and the connection kept alive Using the fast and extra fast switching modes allows for fraction of a second switching times when using high performance display devices or when using a scaler on the video output NHtt SA 9 M ILM A 3 2 Defining the VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher ia my 888 OOO 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Lock UT ol o LLG HABA O p o e VS 44HN Figure 1 VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Front Panel Feature Function 1 IR Receiver and Indication LED Signal receiver for the infrared remote control transmitter LED lights yellow when receiving an IR signal 2 POWER Illuminated Power Switch Turn the device on and off 3 ALL Button Press followed by an input button to connect the selected input to all outputs For example pr
24. at Kramer Electronics will not do Under This Limited Warranty If this product is returned to Kramer Electronics or the authorized dealer from which it was purchased or any other party authorized to repair Kramer Electronics products this product must be insured during shipment with the insurance and shipping charges prepaid by you If this product is returned uninsured you assume all risks of loss or damage during shipment Kramer Electronics will not be responsible for any costs related to the removal or re installation of this product from or into any installation Kramer Electronics will not be responsible for any costs related to any setting up this product any adjustment of user controls or any programming required for a specific installation of this product How to Obtain a Remedy under this Limited Warranty To obtain a remedy under this limited warranty you must contact either the authorized Kramer Electronics reseller from whom you purchased this product or the Kramer Electronics office nearest you For a list of authorized Kramer Electronics resellers and or Kramer Electronics authorized service providers please visit our web site at www kramerelectronics com or contact the Kramer Electronics office nearest you In order to pursue any remedy under this limited warranty you must possess an original dated receipt as proof of purchase from an authorized Kramer Electronics reseller If this product is returned under this limited warranty a retur
25. e outputs 1 Press the EDID and STO buttons simultaneously and hold them for 3 seconds Both buttons flash 2 Press the input button to which the EDID is copied The selected input number flashes on the display 3 Select the output from which the EDID is to be acquired 4 Press the EDID button The EDID is stored when the display returns to normal and the EDID and STO buttons stop flashing 6 2 2 Acquiring the EDID from Different Outputs to Different Inputs To acquire the EDID from several outputs for example OUT 1 to IN 1 and OUT 4 to IN 3 1 Connect the display devices to the outputs from which you want to acquire the EDIDs 2 Press the EDID and STO buttons simultaneously and hold them for 3 seconds Both buttons flash 3 Press the input button to which the EDID is copied for example IN 1 The selected input number flashes on the display 4 Select the output from which the EDID is acquired for example OUT 1 5 Press the IN 1 button The IN 1 button stops flashing 6 Press the next input button to which the EDID is copied for example IN 3 The selected input number flashes on the display AHN Operating the VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher 7 Select the output from which the EDID is acquired for example OUT 4 8 Press the IN 3 button The IN 3 button stops flashing 9 Press the input buttons to which you want to copy the EDID for example IN 1 and IN 3 10 Make sure that the relev
26. e sends its name The reply is the decimal value of the INPUT and OUTPUT For example for a 2216 the reply to the request to send the audio machine name would be HEX codes 7D 96 90 81 i e 128dec 22dec for 2nd byte and 128dec 16dec for 3rd byte If the request for identification is sent with the INPUT set as 3 or 4 the appropriate machine sends its software version number Again the reply would be the decimal value of the INPUT and OUTPUT the INPUT representing the number in front of the decimal point and the OUTPUT representing the number after it For example for version 3 5 the reply to the request to send the version number would be HEX codes 7D 83 85 81 i e 128dec 3dec for 2nd byte 128dec 5dec for 3rd byte If the OUTPUT is set as 1 then the ASCII coding of the lettering following the machine s name is sent For example for the VS 7588YC the reply to the request to send the first suffix would be HEX codes 7D D9 c3 81 i e 128dec ASCII for Y 128dec ASCII for C NOTE 14 The number of inputs and outputs refers to the specific machine which is being addressed not to the system For example if six 16X16 matrices are configured to make a 48X32 system 48 inputs 32 outputs the reply to the HEX code 3E 82 81 82 ie request the number of outputs would be HEX codes 7E 82 90 82 ie 16 outputs NOTE 15 When the OVR bit 4th byte is set then the video commands have universal meaning
27. ess ALL and then Input button 2 to connect input 2 to all the outputs 4 OFF Button Press after pressing an output button to disconnect the selected output from the inputs To disconnect all the outputs press ALL followed by OFF 5 IN 1 to 4 Press to select the input to switch after selecting an output also used for storing machine setups see Section 6 3 SELECT Buttons 5 6 OUT 1 to 4 Press to select an output to switch followed by an input also used for storing machine setups see Section 6 3 7 STO Button Press to store the current switching setting to a preset see Section 6 3 8 RCL Button Press to recall the switch setting from a preset see Section 6 3 9 LOCK Button Press and hold to toggle the locking release of the front panel buttons When storing or recalling presets press to store or recall the preset see Section 6 3 10 EDID Button Press to capture the EDID see Section 6 1 11 OUTPUT INPUT 7 segment LED Display Displays the input currently switched to the output which is marked above each input MAIAJ2AQ NHbb SA Figure 2 VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Rear Panel Feature Function 12 IN HDMI Connectors 1 to 4 Connect to up to 4 HDMI sources 13 OUT HDMI Connectors 1 to 4 Connect to up to 4 HDMI acceptors 14 RS 232 9 pin D sub Serial Port Connector Connect to a PC serial controller 15 ETHERNET RJ 45 Connector Connect to a PC
28. est Performance 2 2 Safety Instructions 2 3 Recycling Kramer Products 3 Overview 3 1 About Fast Switching 3 2 Defining the VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher 3 3 Using the IR Transmitter 4 Installing in a Rack 5 Connecting the VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher 6 Operating the VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher 6 1 Switching an Input to an Output 6 2 Acquiring the EDID 6 3 Storing and Recalling a Switching Setting from a Preset 6 4 Changing the Port Switching Speed 6 5 Setting HDCP to On Off 6 6 Resetting the IP Parameters 6 7 Switching Between Protocol 2000 and Protocol 3000 7 Connecting to the VS 44HN 7 1 Connecting to the VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher via RS 232 7 2 Connecting via Ethernet 7 3 Upgrading the Firmware 8 Technical Specifications 9 Default Communication Parameters 10 Default EDID 11 Kramer Protocol 2000 12 Protocol 3000 12 1 Kramer Protocol 3000 Syntax 12 2 Kramer Protocol 3000 Commands 12 3 Kramer Protocol 3000 Detailed Commands Figures Figure 1 VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Front Panel Figure 2 VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Rear Panel Figure 3 Connecting the VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Figure 4 Store Recall Button Configuration OOD WNHND 10 14 Introduction Welcome to Kramer Electronics Since 1981 Kramer Electronics has been providing a world of unique creative and affordable solutions to the vast range of problems that confront video audio presentation and br
29. he machine against the rack rails and insert the proper screws not provided through each of the four holes in the rack ears Note In some models the front panel may feature built in rack ears Detachable rack ears can be removed for desktop use Always mount the machine in the rack before you attach any cables or connect the machine to the power e If you are using a Kramer rack adapter kit for a machine that is not 19 see the Rack Adapters user manual for installation instructions available from our Web site 5 Connecting the VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your VS 44HN After connecting your VS 44HN connect its power and then switch on the power to each device LCD TV with Built in Speakers DVD Player 4 LCD TV with Built in Speakers Figure 3 Connecting the VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher 10 VS 44HN Connecting the VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher To connect the VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher as illustrated in the example in Figure 3 1 Connect up to four HDMI sources for example DVD players to the IN HDMI connectors You do not have to connect all the sources 2 Connect the four OUT HDMI connectors to up to four HDMI acceptors for example LCD displays with built in speakers You do not have to connect all the outputs 3 If required connect a PC controller to the RS 232 port see Section 7 1 and or
30. ion 7 2 1 e Via a network hub switch or router using a straight through cable see Section 7 2 2 After connecting the VS 44HN to the Ethernet port configure your local Ethernet port by following the instructions in the Ethernet Configuration K LanConfigurator guide available from http www kramerelectronics com support product_downloads asp or from the Downloads section of the VS 44HN Web page Note If you want to connect via a router and your IT system is based on IPv6 speak to your IT department for specific installation instructions 7 2 1 Connecting the Ethernet Port Directly to a PC You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS 44HN directly to the Ethernet port on your PC using a crossover cable with RJ 45 connectors This type of connection is recommended for identifying the VS 44HN with the factory configured default IP address 7 2 2 Connecting the Ethernet Port via a Network Hub or Switch You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS 44HN to the Ethernet port ona network hub or using a straight through cable with RJ 45 connectors 7 3 Upgrading the Firmware For instructions on upgrading the firmware see Upgrading the VS 44HN Firmware Using the STC Software VS 44HN Connecting to the VS 44HN eee 8 Technical Specifications INPUTS 4 HDMI Connectors OUTPUTS 4 HDMI Connectors BANDWIDTH Up to 6 75Gbps data rate 2 25Gbps per graphic channel COMPLIANCE WITH HDMI HDMI and HDCP STANDARD
31. l indication from device IDVice et Response Inni IDVI sr OK Notes Using this command some devices can light a sequence of buttons or LEDs to allow identification of a specific device from similar devices Command INFO IO Command Type System Command Name Permission Transparency i ee Cs SE INFO10 Description ESE PE i Get Get in out count INFO 10 cr Response Inni INFO IO7 se IN se inputs _count OUT se outputs countcr LF Parameters inputs_count number of inputs in the unit outputs_count number of outputs in the unit Command Name Permission Transparency w Eeo O e OE Description Syntax Sets Get Get maximum preset count INFO PRST2 ce Response inn INFO PRST s VID se oreset_video_count AUD se preset_audio_count cr vr Parameters preset_video_count maximum number of video presets in the unit preset_audio_count maximum number of audio presets in the unit Notes In most units video and audio presets with the same number are stored and recalled together by commands PRST STO and PRST RCL Command LDEDID Command Type System O a g O a pare Set LDEDID End User Public Get 2 F De ptio Write EDID data from external P j Set application to device Multi step syntax see following steps Get None None O atio ep O and
32. logy and or integrated circuit s included in the product will not become obsolete or that such items are or will remain compatible with any other product or technology with which the product may be used How Long Does this Coverage Last Seven years as of this printing please check our Web site for the most current and accurate warranty information Whois Covered Only the original purchaser of this product is covered under this limited warranty This limited warranty is not transferable to subsequent purchasers or owners of this product What Kramer Electronics will do Kramer Electronics will at its sole option provide one of the following three remedies to whatever extent it shall deem necessary to satisfy a proper claim under this limited warranty 1 Elect to repair or facilitate the repair of any defective parts within a reasonable period of time free of any charge for the necessary parts and labor to complete the repair and restore this product to its proper operating condition Kramer Electronics will also pay the shipping costs necessary to return this product once the repair is complete 2 Replace this product with a direct replacement or with a similar product deemed by Kramer Electronics to perform substantially the same function as the original product 3 Issue a refund of the original purchase price less depreciation to be determined based on the age of the product at the time remedy is sought under this limited warranty Wh
33. meters out_id output number status HPD status according to signal validation 0 Signal or sink is not valid 1 Signal or sink is valid Response Triggers After execution response is sent to the com port from which the Get was received Response is sent after every change in output HPD status ON to OFF Response is sent after every change in output HPD status OFF to ON and ALL parameters new EDID etc are stable and valid Command FACTORY Command Type System mandatory Command Name Permission Transparency FACTORY fenausr w CC Description Syntax Reset device to factory defaults configuration FACTORY c et Response Nnni FACTORY sp OK cr LF Notes This command deletes all user data from the device The deletion can take some time Command GEDID Command Type System Command Name Permission Transparency foer Joem Enduser O Puio Description Syntax Get Read EDID data GEDID se eeprom_id Response Multi line response inn GEDID se eeprom id sizer r EDID_datalce r inn GEDIDIse eeprom_id se OK Parameters eeprom_id EEPROM to get the EDID from size Device sends this parameter in response Size of EDID that will print edid_data EDID data as stream of bytes Response Triggers Response is sent to the com port from which the Set before execution Get command was received
34. n follows some commands to define a query request Message closing character CR For host messages carriage return ASCII 13 CRLF For device messages carriage return ASCII 13 line feed ASCII 10 12 1 4 12 1 5 12 1 6 12 1 7 Command chain separator character When a message string contains more than one command a pipe character separates each command Spaces between parameters or command terms are ignored Entering Commands You can directly enter all commands using a terminal with ASCII communications software such as HyperTerminal Hercules etc Connect the terminal to the serial or Ethernet port on the Kramer device To enter CR press the Enter key LF is also sent but is ignored by command parser For commands sent from some non Kramer controllers like Crestron some characters require special coding such as X Refer to the controller manual Command Forms Some commands have short name syntax in addition to long name syntax to allow faster typing The response is always in long syntax Chaining Commands Multiple commands can be chained in the same string Each command is delimited by a pipe character When chaining commands enter the message starting character and the message closing character only once at the beginning of the string and at the end Commands in the string do not execute until the closing charac
35. n authorization number obtained from Kramer Electronics will be required You may also be directed to an authorized reseller or a person authorized by Kramer Electronics to repair the product Ifitis decided that this product should be returned directly to Kramer Electronics this product should be properly packed preferably in the original carton for shipping Cartons not bearing a return authorization number will be refused Limitation on Liability THE MAXIMUM LIABILITY OF KRAMER ELECTRONICS UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE ACTUAL PURCHASE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW KRAMER ELECTRONICS IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR DIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY OR CONDITION OR UNDER ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY Some countries districts or states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of relief special incidental consequential or indirect damages or the limitation of liability to specified amounts so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you Exclusive Remedy TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW THIS LIMITED WARRANTY AND THE REMEDIES SET FORTH ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES REMEDIES AND CONDITIONS WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW KRAMER ELECTRONICS SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTA
36. nce high resolution cables to avoid interference deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching and elevated noise levels often associated with low quality cables e Do not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils e Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality e Position your VS 44HN 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 Safety Instructions Caution There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit Warning Use only the power cord that is supplied with the unit Warning Do not open the unit High voltages can cause electrical shock Servicing by qualified personnel only Warning Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall before installing 2 3 Recycling Kramer Products The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE Directive 2002 96 EC aims to reduce the amount of WEEE sent for disposal to landfill or incineration by requiring it to be collected and recycled To comply with the WEEE Directive 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 arrangemen
37. oadcasting professionals on a daily basis In recent years we have redesigned and upgraded most of our line making the best even better Our 1 000 plus different models now appear in 14 groups that are clearly defined by function GROUP 1 Distribution Amplifiers GROUP 2 Switchers and Routers GROUP 3 Control Systems GROUP 4 Format Standards Converters GROUP 5 Range Extenders and Repeaters GROUP 6 Specialty AV Products GROUP 7 Scan Converters and Scalers GROUP 8 Cables and Connectors GROUP 9 Room Connectivity GROUP 10 Accessories and Rack Adapters GROUP 11 Sierra Video Products GROUP 12 Digital Signage GROUP 13 Audio and GROUP 14 Collaboration Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher which is ideal for the following typical applications e Conference room presentations e Advertising applications e Rental and staging 2 2 1 2 2 Getting Started We recommend 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 Go to http www kramerelectronics com support product_downloads as to check for up to date user manuals application programs and to check if firmware upgrades are available where appropriate Achieving the Best Performance To achieve the best performance e Use only good quality connection cables we recommend Kramer high performa
38. t 3 1 Press the RCL button The RCL button flashes 2 Press the relevant OUT or IN button that stored the preset for example OUT 3 preset 3 3 Press the RCL button to recall the stored preset The RCL button stops flashing 6 4 Changing the Port Switching Speed The switching speed can be set per port to any of the following e 3 Normal default e 2 Fast e 1 Extra fast To change the port switching speed 1 Ensure that the device is in normal switching mode that is not Store Recall or EDID mode 14HN Operating the VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switche 6 5 2 Press the RCL and EDID buttons at the same time The RCL and EDID buttons flash and the display indicates the switching speed mode of each port IN 1 IN 2 and IN 3 are illuminated red 3 Press one or more or ALL of the OUT buttons to select the port to change The selected port setting on the LED display flashes 4 Press one of the IN 1 IN 2 IN 3 button to toggle the switching speed to Extra fast Fast Normal respectively The switching speed displayed changes for the selected ports 5 Press the LOCK button to confirm the change The switching speed for the selected port is changed and the device reverts to the normal switching mode Note If the LOCK button is not pressed within about 12 seconds the device exits the port speed switching mode automatically and all changes are lost Setting HDCP to On Off HDCP support can be enabled
39. t 3 to output 4 VID 3 gt 4 CRLF video input 2 to output 2 VID 2 gt 2 CRLF video input 2 to output 1 and VID 2 gt 47CRLF disconnect video output 2 Switch video input 3 to output 9 non existent NID 02 CREF Disconnect audio output 1 Get status of all video links VID ERR003 Command processing begins after entering CR CRLF A response is sent for each command after processing AUD 0 gt 1 CRLF VID 2 gt 1 0 gt 2 1 gt 3 3 gt 4 CRLF 12 3 1 Packet Protocol Structure The packet protocol is designed to transfer large amounts of data such as files IR commands EDID data and so on 12 3 1 1 Using the Packet Protocol To use the packet protocol 1 Send a command LDEDID 2 Receive Ready or ERR 3 If Ready Send a packet Receive OK on the last packet Receive OK for the command 4 Packet structure Packet ID 1 2 3 2 bytes in length Length data length 2 for CRC 2 bytes in length Data data length 2 bytes CRC 2 bytes o 02 03 04 05 Packet ID Length CRC 5 Response NNNNSPIOK CR LF Where NNNN is the received packet ID in ASCII hex digits 14HN Protocol 3000 12 3 1 2 Calculating the CRC The polynomial for the 16 bit CRC is CRC CCITT 0x1021 x x x 1 Initial value 0000 Final XOR Value 0
40. ter is entered A separate response is sent for every command in the chain Maximum Siring Length 64 characters 12 2 Kramer Protocol 3000 Commands Short Form Description Permission Oo Protocol handshaking End User BUILD Read device build date End User DATE CPEDID Copy EDID data from the output to the input End User EEPROM DISPLAY Read if output is valid End User FACTORY Oo Reset to factory default configuration Command GEDID Read EDID data User SW Internal GEDID EXT Read EDID data from external device User SW connected to output Internal List of commands End User Visual identify device End User HELP Oo e DV INFO 10 Read iout count End User Read maximum preset count End User cK Lck INFO PRST LOCK FP LOCK FP MODEL P2000 PROT VER PRST LST PRST RCL Oo e ecall saved preset End User PRST STO Oo e Store current connections to preset End User PRST VID a Read video connections from saved preset End User LCK ock front panel Administrator LCK ead Lock front panel End User i L Switch to protocol 2000 End User ead device protocol version End User R R R Read device model End User R Read saved presets list End User R RESET Administrator SIGNAL nd User S nd User nd User nd User Get Video switch state N VERSION VID VID m nd User Note that the some of the following commands differ from the Kramer standard protocol commands
41. ter running this command If the port was locked disconnect and reconnect the cable to reopen the port Command SIGNAL Command Type System Command Name Permission Transparency ewde eo Ooo SIGNAL Description l Syntax Set rr Get input signal lock status SIGNAL selinp_idce Response InnI SIGNAL se inp_id status cr uF Parameters inp_id input number status lock status according to signal validation 0 Signal or sink is not valid 1 Signal or sink is valid Response Triggers After execution a response is sent to the com port from which the Get was received Response is sent after every change in input signal status ON to OFF or OFF to ON Command SN Command Type System mandatory Command Name Permission Transparency fst Description Syntax Sot M Get Get device serial number HSN cr Response Inni SN se serial_numberce F Parameters serial_number 11 decimal digits factory assigned Notes For new products with 14 digit serial numbers use only the last 11 digits Command VERSION Command Type System mandatory Command Name Permission Transparency se CC VERSION mao n Syntax Response Inni VERSION se firmware_version ce F Parameters firmware_version Format XX XX XXXX where the digits group are major minor build version
42. th the same number are stored and recalled together by commands PRST STO and PRST RCL Command Name Permission Transparency fst fs Description Syntax _ 4 Get video connections from saved PRST VID se preset ouf ce preset PRST VID sr oreset cx Get Response PRST VID reset IN gt OUt cr LF PRST VIDI reset in gt 1 in gt 2 in gt 3 Parameters preset preset number n input number or 0 if output disconnected gt connection character between in and out parameters out output number or for all outputs Notes In most units video and audio presets with the same number are stored and recalled together by commands PRST STO and PRST RCL Examples Store current audio and video connections PRST STO 5lca PRST STO 5lea ur volumes and modes to preset 5 Recall audio and video connections from Recall audio and video connections from preset 3_ 3 Recall audio and video connections from preset3 gerer gal afer PRST RCL Slee ur Show source of video output 2 from preset 3 PRST VID 3 2fer PRST VID 3 2 cr LF Command Name Permission Transparency C Description Syntax c cr Response pn RESET sr Notes To avoid locking the port due to a USB bug in Windows disconnect USB connections immediately af
43. the product registration form or complete and submit the online product registration form Kramer Electronics thanks you for purchasing a Kramer Electronics product We hope it will give you years of satisfaction 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 KRAMER E mail info kramerel com Institute of Quality amp Control SAFETY WARNING Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening and servicing P N 2900 300161 Rev 11
44. ts in your particular country go to our recycling pages at Attp www kramerelectronics com support recycling Overview The VS 44HN is a high quality 4x4 matrix switcher for HDMI signals It reclocks and equalizes the signals and can route any input to any or all outputs simultaneously In particular the VS 44HN features Up to 6 75Gbps data rate 2 25Gbps per graphics channel Suitable for resolutions up to UXGA and 1080p at 60Hz Support for HDCP High Definition Digital Content Protection HDMI Support HDMI 3D Deep Color x v Color Lip Sync 3D pass through Support for up to 7 1 multi channel audio EDIDPro Kramer Intelligent EDID Processing Intelligent EDID handling amp processing algorithm ensures Plug and Play operation for HDMI systems Kramer reKlocking and Equalization Technology that rebuilds the digital signal to travel longer distances A lock button to prevent unwanted tampering with the buttons on the front panel Preset memory locations for quick access to common configurations Support for Kramer Protocol 2000 and Protocol 3000 You can control the VS 44HN using the front panel buttons or remotely via RS 232 serial commands transmitted by a PC touch screen system or other serial controller The Kramer infrared remote control transmitter A PC connected to the Ethernet port on the device via a LAN An external remote IR receiver optional see Section 3 3 3 1 About F
45. ut number whose 4 3 OF A VIDEO OUTPUT status is reqd 15 REQUEST WHETHER SETUP 0 for checking if setup is defined 8 SETUP IS DEFINED or 1 for checking if input is valid VALID INPUT IS Input DETECTED 30 LOCK FRONT PANEL 0 Panel unlocked 0 2 1 Panel locked 31 REQUEST WHETHER 0 0 16 PANEL IS LOCKED 56 CHANGE TO ASCII 0 Kramer protocol 3000 19 61 IDENTIFY 1 video machine name 0 Request first 4 digits 13 MACHINE 2 audio machine name 1 Request first suffix 3 video software version 2 Request second suffix 4 audio software version 3 Request third suffix 5 RS422 controller name 10 Request first prefix 6 RS422 controller version 11 Request second prefix 7 remote control name 12 Request third prefix 8 remote software version 9 Protocol 2000 revision 62 62 DEFINE MACHINE 1 number of inputs 1 for video 2 number of outputs 2 for audio 3 number of setups 3 for SDI 4 for remote panel 5 for RS 422 controller NOTES on the above table NOTE 1 When the master switcher is reset e g when it is turned on the reset code is sent to the PC If this code is sent to the switchers it resets according to the present power down settings NOTE 2 These are bi directional definitions That is if the switcher receives the code it performs the instruction and if the instruction is performed due to a keystroke operation on the front panel then these codes are sent For example if
46. via a LAN 16 RESET Button Press and hold while powering on the device to reset to factory default IP settings see Section 6 6 and Section 9 17 REMOTE IR Opening Connect to an external IR receiver for controlling the device via and IR remote controller see Section 3 3 Covered by a cap The 3 5mm jack at the end of the internal IR connection cable fits into this opening Mains Power Connector and Fuse Plug in the power cord 3 3 Using the IR Transmitter You can use the RC IR3 IR transmitter to control the machine via the built in IR receiver on the front panel or instead via an optional external IR receiver Model C A35M IRR 50 The external IR receiver can be located up to 15 meters away from the machine 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 for example P N 505 70434010 S with the 3 5mm connector that fits into the REMOTE IR opening on the rear panel Connect the external IR receiver to the REMOTE IR 3 5mm connector 4 Installing in a Rack This section provides instructions for rack mounting the unit Before installing in a rack be sure that the environment is within the recommended range O to 40 C 32 to 104 F 40 to 70 C 40 to 158 F 10 to 90 RHL non condensing OPERATING T
47. z Apple Mac II 1280 x 720p at 60Hz VESA STD 1280 x 800p at 60Hz VESA STD 1440 x 900p at 60Hz VESA STD 1280 x 960p at 60Hz VESA STD 1280 x 1024p at 60Hz VESA STD 1400 x 1050p at 60Hz VESA STD 1680 x 1050p at 60Hz VESA STD 1600 x 1200p at 60Hz VESA STD EIA CEA 861 Information Revision number 3 IT underscan Not supported i i Supported Supported Supported A VS 44HN Default EDID Detailed timing 720x480p at 60Hz 4 3 Modeline 720x480 27 000 720 736 798 858 480 489 495 525 hsync vsync Detailed timing 1920x1080i at 60Hz 16 9 Modeline 1920x1080 74 250 1920 2008 2052 2200 1080 1084 1094 1124 interlace hsync vsync Detailed timing 1920x1080i at 50Hz 16 9 Modeline 1920x1080 74 250 1920 2448 2492 2640 1080 1084 1094 1124 interlace hsync vsync 1280x720p at 60Hz 16 9 1280x720 74 250 1280 1390 1430 1650 720 725 730 750 hsync vsync 1280x720p at 50Hz 16 9 1280x720 74 250 1280 1720 1760 1980 720 725 730 750 hsync vsync Detailed timing Modeline Detailed timing Modeline CE video identifiers VICs timing formats supported 720 x 576p at 50Hz EDTV 4 3 16 15 1280 x 720p at 50Hz HDTV 16 9 1 1 1920 x 1080i at 60Hz HDTV 16 9 1 1 1920 x 1080i at 50Hz HDTV 16 9 1 1 1280 x 720p at 60Hz HDTV 16 9 1 1 Native 1920 x 1080p at 60Hz HDTV 16 9 1 1 1920 x 1080p at 50Hz

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