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1. 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 output number whose 4 3 OF A VIDEO OUTPUT status is reqd 6 REQUEST STATUS Set as SETUP Equal to output number whose 4 3 OF AN AUDIO status is reqd OUTPUT 7 VIS SOURCE Set as input when 0 No VIS immediate 2 5 17 18 OUTPUT byte 6 1 Input OR 2 External digital sync set as output when 3 External analog sync OUTPUT byte 7 4 Dynamic sync OR 5 Inter machine sync set as blank period 6 Input INPUT byte in steps of 25ms when 7 Output INPUT byte OUTPUT byte 32 8 User defined sync OR 32 RGBHV seamless switching set 0 64 Set for delayed switch 65 Execute delayed switch 66 Cancel delayed switch setting 8 BREAKAWAY 0 0 audio follow video 2 SETTING e ey ee 1 audio breakaway 1 0 FOLLOW mode 15 1 Normal mode 9 VIDEO AUDIO TYPE 0 for video 0 CV 4 SDI 2 SETTING 1 YC 5 CV YC 2 YUV 6 VGA scaler 3 RGBS 7 DVI 1 for audio O0 0 Unbalanced audio O0 1 Balanced audio O1 0 Digital audio O1 1 Analog audio 04 0 O3 0 O2 0 Mono PDS SME SE TCM TTT TAT AE TTA 04 0 O3 0 02 1 Stereo 2 for VGA and DVI 1 640X480 2 800X600 3 1024X768 10 REQUEST VIS Set as SETUP or 0 VIS source 3 4 6 7 SETTING set to 126 or 127 to request if 1 Input or output of source machine has this function 2 Vertical sync freq Hz 11 R2. 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 technician 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 27 For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit our Web site www kramerelectronics com where updates to this user manual may be found We welcome your questions comments and feedback Safety Warning Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening servicing Caution 9001 O 32 QS ia Institute of Quality amp Control Kramer Electronics Ltd Web site www kramerelectronics com E mail info kramerel com P N 2900 000191 REV 1
3. 1st byte INPUT 1 l6 15 14 13 12 A 10 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 2nd byte OUTPUT 1 O6 05 O4 03 02 O1 O0 if 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 3rd byte MACHINE NUMBER 1 OVR X M4 M3 M2 M1 MO 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 4th byte I 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 N0 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 NO 2 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 3 BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 1 O6 00 OUTPUT When switching ie 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 accordi
4. 25 and 26 is sent using instruction 42 which is sent prior to the instruction For example to request the audio gain value of right input 9 send hex codes 2A 84 80 81 and then send HEX codes 19 89 81 81 NOTE 25 For units which detect the validity of the video inputs Instruction 16 will be sent whenever the unit detects a change in the state of an input in real time For example if input 3 is detected as invalid the unit will send the HEX codes 10 83 84 81 If input 7 is detected as valid then the unit will send HEX codes 10 87 85 81 26 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY 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 seven 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 T 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
5. Table 3 define the front and rear panels of the VS 41HDMI respectively Your VS 41HDMI 4x1 Switcher 4x1 HDMI Switcher VS 41HDMI Hom ue INPUT 1 INPUT2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4 OUTPUT Figure 1 VS 41HDMI 4x1 HDMI Switcher 6 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Your VS 41HDMI 4x1 Switcher Table 2 VS 41HDMI 4x1 HDMI Switcher Front Panel Features Feature Function 1 IR Receiver The red LED lights when receiving signals from the Infra red remote control transmitter 2 POWER Switch Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF 3 MUTE Button Press to toggle disconnecting the output 4 INPUT SELECTOR Buttons Press an INPUT button to select an input from 1 to 4 5 EDID Button Press to acquire the EDID 6 PANEL LOCK Button Press to toggle disengaging the front panel buttons and to set to the PC DVD mode Table 3 VS 41HDMI 4x1 HDMI Switcher Rear Panel Features L Feature Function 7 INPUT HDMI Connectors Connect to the HDMI sources from 1 to 4 8 OUTPUT HDMI Connector Connect to the HDMI acceptor 9 RS 232 DB 9F Port Connects to the PC or the RS 232 Remote Controller 10 ETHERNET Connector Connects to the PC or other Ethernet Controller 11 RESET Button Press the ETHERNET factory reset button to reset to the factory default definitions IP number 192 168 1 39 Mask 255 255 255 0 Gateway 192 168 1 1 12 Power
6. 1 Overview The VS 41HDMIis a high quality 4x1 switcher for HDMI signals In particular the VS 41HDMI e Supports up to 1 65Gbps bandwidth per graphic channel e Has four input selector buttons e Supports HDCP High Definition Digital Content Protection e Includes a MUTE button to disconnect the output and a PANEL LOCK button to prevent unwanted tampering with the buttons on the front panel e Fits in one vertical space of a standard 19 professional rack enclosure Control the VS 41HDMI using the front panel buttons or remotely via e RS 222 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system PC or other serial controller e The Kramer infra red remote control transmitter e The ETHERNET Defining EDID The Extended Display Identification Data EDID is a data structure provided by a display to describe its capabilities to an HDMI source The EDID enables the VS 41HDMI to know what kind of monitor is connected to the output The EDID includes the manufacturer s name the product type the timing data supported by the display the display size luminance data and for digital displays only the pixel mapping data 1 Suitable for resolutions up to UXGA at 60Hz and for all HD resolutions 2 Defined by a standard published by the Video Electronics Standards Association VESA Overview 3 2 About HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface HDMI is an uncompressed all digital audio video interface
7. 41HDMI 4x HDMI Switcher as illustrated in Figure 2 do the following 1 5 If required Set the appropriate INPUTS to the DVD mode see section 7 1 Acquire the EDID see section 7 2 Connect the HDMI sources as follows A multimedia player to INPUT 1 A set top box to INPUT 2 A DVD player to INPUT 3 A DVD player to INPUT 4 Connect the OUTPUT HDMI connector to an HDMI acceptor for example a plasma display If required connect a PC and or controller to the RS 232 port see section 7 3 and or the ETHERNET port see section 7 4 Connect the power connector to the mains electricity not shown in Figure 2 Press an INPUT SELECTOR button from 1 to 4 to choose which HDMI input to route to the output 1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VS 41HDMI After connecting your VS 41HDMI switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device 2 You do not have to connect all the HDMI sources 3 Alternatively you can connect a PC to any of the inputs and set those inputs to the PC mode see section 7 1 Connecting a VS 41HDMI 4x1 HDMI Switcher Multimedia Player E Plasma Set Top Box X Source DVD Player Display Figure 2 Connecting a VS 41HDMI 4x1 HDMI Switcher 10 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating the VS 41HDMI 7 Operating the VS 41HDMI This section describes e The PC mode and the DVD mode see section 7 1
8. 8 Technical Specifications Table 8 includes the technical specifications Table 8 Technical Specifications of the VS 41HDMI INPUTS 4 HDMI Connectors OUTPUT 1 HDMI Connector BANDWIDTH Supports up to 1 65Gbps bandwidth per graphic channel COMPLIANCE WITH HDMI STANDARD Supports HDMI 1 2 and HDCP RESOLUTION Up to UXGA 1080p POWER SOURCE 100 264VAC 50 60Hz 10VA CONTROLS Front panel buttons Infra red remote control transmitter RS 232 Ethernet DIMENSIONS 19 inch W 7 inch D 1U H WEIGHT 2 5 kg 5 5 lbs approx ACCESSORIES Power cord OPTIONS Kramer HDMI cables 1 Specifications are subject to change without notice 2 For best results use Kramer cables such as the C HDMI HDMI series the C HDMI DVI series and or our HDMI over fiber optics C FOHM FOHM series 20 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Kramer Protocol 2000 9 Kramer Protocol 2000 The VS 41HDMI is compatible with Kramer s Protocol 2000 version 0 46 below This RS 232 RS 485 communication protocol uses four bytes of information as defined below For RS 232 a null modem connection between the machine and controller is used The default data rate is 9600 baud with no parity 8 data bits and 1 stop bit Table 9 Protocol Definitions MSB LSB DESTI INSTRUCTION NATION 0 D N5 N4 N3 N2 N1 NO 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0
9. INSTRUCTION NOTE DESCRIPTION INPUT OUTPUT 42 AUDIO PARAMETER INPUT Bit 0 Gain 24 SETTINGS FOR 10 O input 1 output 1 Bass INSTRUCTIONS 22 I1 Left 2 Treble 24 25 I2 Right 3 Midrange 43 VIDEO PARAMETER 1 Input 0 video gain 24 SETTINGS FOR 2 Output 1 contrast INSTRUCTIONS 21 2 brightness 23 26 3 color 4 hue 5 H phase 6 V position 56 CHANGE TO ASCII 0 1 SVS protocol 19 2 Generic protocol 57 SET AUTO SAVE I3 no save 0 12 2 14 auto save 58 EXECUTE LOADED Set as 0 or as SETUP 1 Take 22 3 DATA 2 Cancel 59 LOAD VIDEO DATA Set equal to video input Set equal to video output 22 23 0 disconnect 0 to all the outputs 127 load SETUP or SETUP 60 LOAD AUDIO DATA Set equal to audio input Set equal to audio output 22 23 0 disconnect 0 to all the outputs 127 load SETUP or SETUP 61 IDENTIFY MACHINE 1 video machine name 0 Request first 4 digits 13 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 DEFINE MACHINE 1 number of inputs 1 for video 14 2 number of outputs 2 for audio 3 number of setups 3 for SDI 4 for remote panel
10. as well as for rental and staging Each package includes the following items e VS 41HDMI 4x1 HDMI Switcher e Power cord and Null modem adapter e Windows based Kramer control software e Windows based Ethernet Configuration Manager and Virtual Serial Port Manager e Kramer RC IRI Infra Red Remote Control Transmitter including the required batteries and a separate user manual 4 e This user manual 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 e Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables Quick Start This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps 1 GROUP 1 Distribution Amplifiers GROUP 2 Video and Audio Switchers Matrix Switchers and Controllers GROUP 3 Video Audio VGA XGA Processors GROUP 4 Interfaces and Sync Processors GROUP 5 Twisted Pair Interfaces GROUP 6 Accessories and Rack Adapters GROUP 7 Scan Converters and Scalers and GROUP 8 Cables and Connectors 2 Downloadable from our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 3 Previously known as the IR 1 IR 1 01 4 Download up to date Kramer user manuals from our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 5 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 1 Getting Started Step 1 Mount the machine s
11. 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 failure 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 To obtain 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 Krame
12. of your VS 41HDMI see Figure 9 IET xi General VSP Properies Port settings Pott Number coa E IP settings Destination Device IP Port 192 168 0 40 500 Ok Cancel Figure 9 The Virtual Serial Port Properties Window 3 You can seta virtual port for each local port on your VS 41HDMI see Figure 10 18 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating the VS 41HDMI x Vitual Serial Ports Virtual Serial Port List Add VSP 2 Virtual Serial Port COM 3 2 Virtual Serial Port COM 4 Remove VSP Properties g Add configure and remove Virtual Serial Ports VSPs Ok Cancel Figure 10 The Virtual Serial Port Properties Window COM 3 and COM 4 4 Inthe control application choose the COM port connection according to your virtual serial port connections see Figure 11 RS 232 Connection Local Computer settings C COM1 C COM C COM2 C COM8 COM3 C COM3 C COM4 C COM 10 C COM5 C COM 11 C COM6 C COM 12 Cancel Figure 11 The Port Window Selecting a Virtual Serial Port 7 5 2 Setting an Ethernet Connection If the control application can connect directly to the Ethernet driver select the host IP and port number as illustrated in Figure 12 Remote Connection r Remote Settings RemoteHost f 92 168 0 40 RemotePort 5001 Figure 12 The Port Window Selecting a Remote Connection 19 Technical Specifications
13. 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 ie 12849 224 for 2 byte and 1284ec 164 for 3 byte If the request for identification is sent with the INPUT set as 3 or 4 the appropriate machine will send 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 1284 3a for 2 byte 1284 54 for 3 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 1284 ASCII for Y 1284 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 4 byte is set then the video commands have universal meaning For example instruction 1 SWITCH VIDEO
14. return the input or output of the sync source for the case where the VIS source is set as 6 or as 7 in instruction 7 Setting to 2 returns the vertical sync frequency 0 for no input sync 50 for PAL 60 for NTSC 127 for error 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 NOTE 9 An error code is returned to the PC if an invalid instruction code was sent to the switcher or if a parameter associated with the instruction is out of range e g trying to save to a setup greater than the highest one or trying to switch an input or output greater than the highest one defined This code is also returned to the PC if an RS 232 instruction is sent while the machine is being programmed via the front panel Reception of this code by the switcher is not valid NOTE 10 This code is reserved for internal use NOTE 11 For machines where the video and or audio gain is programmable NOTE 12 Under normal conditions the machine s present status is saved each time a change is made The power down save auto save may be disabled using this code Note that whenever the machine is turned on the auto save function is set 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 machine will send its name The
15. set to the DVD mode If an input button is not illuminated this indicates that that input is set to the PC mode 1 The default 2 For example the Kramer HDMI DVI Gold Plated Cable in various lengths 3 6 10 and 15 11 Operating the VS 41HDMI 4 Toggle between the PC mode input button not illuminated and the DVD mode input button illuminated by pressing that input Press the PANEL LOCK button to exit this mode You can connect a computer to the input s that is set to the PC mode and a DVD to the input s that is set to the DVD mode Table 4 summarizes the differences between the PC mode and the DVD mode Table 4 DVD Mode and PC Mode Characteristics PC Mode DVD Mode The input is connected to a computer The input is connected to a multimedia application such as a DVD a set top box and so on The EDID is available at all times to prevent The EDID is available only when that input is computer reset connected to an output The input EDID source is the default EDID The input EDID source is acquired directly from the or an acquired EDID see section 7 2 connected output 7 2 Setting the EDID You can acquire or change the EDID see section 7 2 1 or reset the machine to the default EDID see section 7 2 2 7 2 1 Acquiring Changing the EDID You can work with the default EDID or acquire or change an EDID via the connected output Use the EDID button to acquire the output EDID info
16. 5 for RS 422 controller 63 EXTENDED DATA 7 MSBs for INPUT data 7 MSBs for OUTPUT data 20 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 will reset according to the present power down settings NOTE 2 These are bi directional definitions That is if the switcher receives the code it will perform 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 the HEX code 01 85 88 83 was sent from the PC then the switcher machine 3 will switch input 5 to output 8 If the user switched input 1 to output 7 via the front panel keypad then the switcher will send HEX codes 4l 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 pe
17. Connector with Fuse AC connector enabling power supply to the unit 1 Illuminates when configuring the EDID 2 First disconnect the power cord and then connect it again while pressing the RESET button The unit will power up and load its memory with the factory default definitions Installing the VS AIHDMI on a Rack 5 Installing the VS 41HDMI on a Rack This section describes what to do before installing on a rack and how to rack mount Before Installing on a Rack How to Rack Mount Before installing on a rack be sure that the environment is within the recommended range Operating temperature range 5 to 45 Deg Centigrade Operating humidity range 5 to 65 RHL non condensing Storage temperature range 20 to 70 Deg Centigrade Storage humidity range 5 to 95 RHL non condensing N CAUTION that When installing on a 19 rack avoid hazards by taking care ambient temperature machine position machine 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 2 Once rack mounted enough air will still flow around the 3 The machine is placed straight in the correct horizontal 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 overc
18. EQUEST Set as SETUP or 0 Request audio breakaway 3 4 6 15 BREAKAWAY set to 126 or 127 to request if setting SETTING machine has this function 1 Request FOLLOW setting 12 REQUEST VIDEO Set as SETUP or 0 for video 3 4 6 AUDIO TYPE set to 126 or 127 to request if 1 for audio SETTING machine has this function 2 for VGA 13 SET HIGHEST 0 for video Set equal to highest machine 2 MACHINE ADDRESS 1 for audio address 14 REQUEST HIGHEST 0 for video 0 4 MACHINE ADDRESS 1 for audio 22 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Kramer Protocol 2000 INSTRUCTION DEFINITION FOR SPECIFIC INSTRUCTION NOTE DESCRIPTION INPUT OUTPUT 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 16 ERROR BUSY For invalid valid input i e 0 error 9 25 OUTPUT byte 4 or OUTPUT byte 1 invalid instruction 25 2 out of range This byte is set as the input 3 machine busy 4 invalid input 5 valid input 17 RESERVED ET EST 10 18 RESET AUDIO 0 0 1 19 STORE AUDIO Set as SETUP 0 to store 2 3 STATUS 1 to delete 20 RECALL AUDIO Set as SETUP 0 2 3 STATUS 21 SET VIDEO Equal to input output number Set as parameter value 2 11 24 PARAMETER whose video parameter is to be set 0 all 22 SET AUDIO Equal to input output number Set as p
19. Kramer Electronics Ltd l KRAMER USER MANUAL Model VS 41HDMI 4x1 HDMI Switcher Contents Contents 1 Introduction 2 Getting Started 2 1 Quick Start 3 Overview 3 1 Defining EDID 3 2 About HDMI 3 3 Recommendations for Best Performance 3 4 Terminology Used in this User Manual 4 Your VS 41HDMI 4x1 Switcher 5 Installing the VS 41HDMI on a Rack 6 Connecting a VS 41HDMI 4x1 HDMI Switcher 7 Operating the VS 41HDMI 7 1 The PC and DVD Modes 7 2 Setting the EDID 7 2 1 Acquiring Changing the EDID 7 2 0 Resetting the Default EDID 7 3 Controlling via RS 232 for example using a PC 7 4 Controlling the VS 41HDMI via the ETHERNET Port 7 4 1 Connecting the ETHERNET Port directly to a PC Crossover Cable 7 4 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub Straight Through Cable 4 5 Configuring the Ethernet Port 7 5 1 Setting a Virtual Port 7 5 2 Setting an Ethernet Connection 8 Technical Specifications 9 Kramer Protocol 2000 Figures Figure 1 VS 41HDMI 4x1 HDMI Switcher Figure 2 Connecting a VS 41HDMI 4x1 HDMI Switcher Figure 3 Connecting a PC without using a Null modem Adapter Figure 4 RJ 45 PINOUT Figure 5 Local Area Connection Properties Window Figure 6 Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties Window Figure 7 The Ethernet Configuration Manager Window Figure 8 The Virtual Serial Port Manager Window Figure 9 The Virtual Serial Port Properties Window Figure 10 The Virtual Serial
20. Port Properties Window COM 3 and COM 4 Figure 11 The Port Window Selecting a Virtual Serial Port Figure 12 The Port Window Selecting a Remote Connection wv 00 Ui tnn 30009 m NBR Be Be ee ee eS eS Sm SOA DARHRWNNN KR N 10 13 14 15 15 17 18 18 19 19 19 Contents Tables Table 1 Terminology Used in this User Manual 5 Table 2 VS 41HDMI 4x1 HDMI Switcher Front Panel Features 7 Table 3 VS 41HDMI 4x1 HDMI Switcher Rear Panel Features 7 Table 4 DVD Mode and PC Mode Characteristics 12 Table 5 Crossover Cable RJ 45 PINOUT 14 Table 6 Straight through Cable RJ 45 PINOUT 16 Table 7 Ethernet Configuration Manager Window Functionality 17 Table 8 Technical Specifications of the VS 41HDMI 20 Table 9 Protocol Definitions 21 Table 10 Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 22 ii KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Introduction 2 1 Introduction Welcome to Kramer Electronics since 1981 a world of unique creative and affordable solutions to the infinite range of problems that confront the video audio and presentation professional on a daily basis In recent years we have redesigned and upgraded most of our line making the best even better Our 500 plus different models now appear in 8 Groups which are clearly defined by function Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VS 41HDMI 4x HDMI Switcher The VS 41HDM is ideal for conference room presentations and advertising applications
21. arameter value 2 11 24 PARAMETER whose gain is to be set 0 all 23 INCREASE Equal to input output number 0 increase video gain 24 DECREASE VIDEO whose video parameter is to be 1 decrease video gain PARAMETER increased decreased 2 increase contrast 0 all 3 decrease contrast 4 increase brightness 5 decrease brightness 6 increase color 7 decrease color 8 increase hue 9 decrease hue 16 increase H phase 17 decrease H phase 18 increase V position 19 decrease V position 24 INCREASE Equal to input output number 0 increase output 24 DECREASE AUDIO whose parameter is to be 1 decrease output PARAMETER increased decreased 2 increase left output 0 all 3 decrease left output 4 increase right output 5 decrease right output 6 increase input 7 decrease input 8 increase left input 9 decrease left input 10 increase right input 11 decrease right input 25 REQUEST AUDIO Equal to input output number 0 6 24 PARAMETER whose parameter is requested 26 REQUEST VIDEO Equal to input output number 0 6 24 PARAMETER whose video parameter is requested 30 LOCK FRONT PANEL 0 Panel unlocked 0 2 1 Panel locked 31 REQUEST WHETHER 0 0 16 PANEL IS LOCKED 32 RESERVED E SE 10 to 35 40 DIRECT MEMORY Memory address Data 20 SAVE 23 Kramer Protocol 2000 INSTRUCTION DEFINITION FOR SPECIFIC
22. asp 3 See http www digital cp com list 4 With video and multi channel audio combined into a single cable the cost complexity and confusion of multiple cables currently used in A V systems is reduced 5 HDMI technology has been designed to use standard copper cable construction at up to 15m 6 HDMI supports multiple audio formats from standard stereo to multi channel surround sound HDMI has the capacity to support Dolby 5 1 audio and high resolution audio formats 7 HDMI provides the quality and functionality of a digital interface while also supporting uncompressed video formats in a simple cost effective manner KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Your VS 41HDMI 4x1 Switcher 3 3 Recommendations for Best Performance To achieve the best performance e Connect 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 Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances and position your VS 41HDMI away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust 3 4 Terminology Used in this User Manual Table 1 defines some terms that are used in this user manual Table 1 Terminology Used in this User Manual Term Definition 802 3 The standard specification for ETHERNET that is maintained by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers IEEE Dynamic Host Allows
23. ct connection to the PC or a straight through cable see section 7 4 2 for connection via a network hub or network router 7 4 1 Connecting the ETHERNET Port directly to a PC Crossover Cable You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS 41HDMI to the Ethernet port on your PC via a crossover cable with RJ 45 connectors as Table 5 and Figure 4 define Figure 4 RJ 45 PINOUT Table 5 Crossover Cable RJ 45 PINOUT EIA TIA 568A EIA TIA 568B Side 1 Side2 PIN Wire Color PIN Wire Color 1 White orange 1 White green 2 Orange 2 Green 3 White green 3 White orange 4 Blue 4 Blue 5 White blue 5 White blue 6 Green 6 Orange 7 White brown 7 White brown 8 Brown 8 Brown ES eS Pair 1 4and5 Pair 1 4and5 Pair2 1and2 Pair2 3and6 Pair3 3 and6 Pair3 1and2 Pair4 7and8 Pair4 7and8 12 45 78 36 This type of connection is recommended for identification of the factory default IP Address of the VS 41HDMI during the initial configuration After connecting the Ethernet port configure your PC as follows 1 Right click the My Network Places icon on your desktop 2 Select Properties 3 Right click Local Area Connection Properties 4 Select Properties The Local Area Connection Properties window appears 14 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating the VS 41HDMI 5 Select the Internet Protocol TCP IP and click the Properties Button see Fi
24. e How to acquire the EDID see section 7 2 e How to Control the machine via RS 232 see section 7 3 e How to Control the machine via the ETHERNET port see section 7 4 7 1 The PC and DVD Modes The VS 41HDMI has two operation modes that are specific per input the PC mode and the DVD mode e The PC mode is used when connecting a computer or several computers to one or more of the inputs via a DVI to HDMI converter cable e The DVD mode is used when connecting a DVD or several DVDs to the inputs When in the PC mode the input has access to the EDID default or acquired to prevent the computer from resetting if an output is not connected In the DVD mode the EDID of the connected output is available only when the input to which the DVD is connected is switched to the output The PC mode and the DVD mode can be applied to a single unit or to several inputs For example if you want to connect a computer to INPUT 1 another computer to INPUT 2 and DVD machines to INPUT 3 and INPUT 4 set INPUT 1 and INPUT 2 to the PC mode and INPUT 3 and INPUT 4 to the DVD mode To set the inputs to either the PC or DVD mode do the following 1 Tum the POWER off 2 Pressthe PANEL LOCK button while turning the POWER on again The INPUT buttons blink simultaneously 3 Keep pressing and holding the PANEL LOCK button for a few seconds and then release it The LOCK button blinks If an input button illuminates this indicates that that input is
25. ect the Ethernet port of the VS 41HDMI to the Ethernet port on a network hub or network router via a straight through cable with RJ 45 connectors as Table 6 defines Table 6 Straight through Cable RJ 45 PINOUT Side 1 Side2 PIN Wire Color PIN Wire Color 1 White orange 1 White orange 2 Orange 2 Orange 3 White green 3 White green 4 Blue 4 Blue 5 White blue 5 White blue 6 Green 6 Green 7 White brown 7 White brown 8 Brown 8 Brown 7 5 Configuring the Ethernet Port To configure the ETHERNET port do the following 1 Connect the ETHERNET port as described in section 7 4 1 2 Insert the CD ROM in the CD ROM drive double click the Set Setfc1leth confxx exe file and follow the on screen instructions The Ethernet Configuration Manager is installed 3 Click the appropriate shortcut in the Start menu s Programs folder The Configuration Manager window see Figure 7 opens 4 Click the Search button or the Action menu s Search Board command The MAC Address for the found ETHERNET port appears in the Device List 5 Change the settings according to your network requirements and then click the Config button or the Action menu s Config command to apply the settings Note that clicking the Config button will alter the IP settings of the ETHERNET port 1 File names are liable to change from time to time 2 The latest version appears on our Web site at http
26. ee section 5 Mount the machine in a rack or stick the 4 rubber feet to the underside Step 2 Connect the inputs output and controller see section 6 Connect the inputs and the output Home ETHERNET INPUT 1 INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4 OUTPUT Reset o ccc c 9 Connect a FC or a controller via RS 232 or the ETHERNET to control the VS 41HDMI Step 3 Turn the power ON Step 4 Set the machine see section 7 ACQUIRE THE EDID Connect the output to acquire the EDID or disconnect the output to set to the default EDID SET TO PC MODE OR DVD MODE PC Mode a PC ie connected to an input DVD mode a DVD ie connected to an input Turn the power OFF Press the PANEL LOCK button To input while turning the power ON Hold the PANEL LOCK button for a few seconds and then release and check the INPUT f button e status PC Mode Turn the power ON Press the EDID button WAIT for the input buttons to stop blinking in eequence Output connected Qn This Output not connected Acquired EDID Default EDID Step 5 Operate the machine In the DVD mode the INPUT button illuminates In the PC mode the INPUT button does not illuminate Press an input button to toggle between the PC and DVD modes Operate via the front panel buttons IR remote control RS 232 and ETHERNET KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Overview 3
27. gure 5 Local Area Connection Properties E 2 xi General Connect using Big IBM Netfinity 10 100 Ethernet Adapter Components checked are used by this connection Client for Microsoft Networks 83 File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks Internet Protocol TCP IP I K K Install Uninstall Properties Description Transmission Control Protocol Intemet Protocol The default wide area network protocol that provides communication across diverse interconnected networks IZ Show icon in taskbar when connected Figure 5 Local Area Connection Properties Window 6 Select Use the following IP Address and fill in the details as shown in Figure 6 7 Click OK 3ix General You can get IP settings assigned automatically if your network supports this capability Otherwise you need to ask your network administrator for the appropriate IP settings C Obtain an IP address automatically Use the following IP address IP address 192 168 1 2 Subnet mask EE 255 255 0 Default gateway z Z Obtain DNS server address automatically Use the following DNS server addresses Preferred DNS server 1 Altemate DNS server x Figure 6 Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties Window 15 Operating the VS 41HDMI 7 4 2 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub Straight Through Cable You can conn
28. ng to the table 4 BYTE Bit7 Defined as 1 Bit 5 Don t care OVR Machine number override M4 M0 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 will accept implement the command and the addressed machine will reply 1 You can download our user friendly Software for Calculating Hex Codes for Protocol 2000 from our Web site http www kramerelectronics com 21 Kramer Protocol 2000 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 Table 10 Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 Note All values in the table are decimal unless otherwise stated INSTRUCTION DEFINITION FOR SPECIFIC INSTRUCTION NOTE DESCRIPTION INPUT OUTPUT 0 RESET VIDEO 0 0 1 1 SWITCH VIDEO Set equal to video input which is to Set equal to video output which is 2 15 be switched to be switched 0 disconnect 0 to all the outputs 2 SWITCH AUDIO Set equal to audio input which is to Set equal to audio output which 2 be switched is to be switched 0 disconnect 0 to all the outputs 3 STORE VIDEO Set as SETUP
29. nual configuration of the Ethernet port is required to obtain an IP address Static IP IP Address A 32 binary digit number obtained from your Network Administrator that identifies the Ethernet port that is currently being configured Subnet A 32 binary digit number obtained from your Network Administrator which combined with the IP Address identifies which network your device is on Gateway A network position serving as an entry to another network or to the Internet only relevant in the Active Routing mode 7 Action Buttons Search seeks the devices that connect to the PC via the ETHERNET port and displays them and their corresponding settings Config adjusts the according to the displayed data 8 Exit Button Closes the Configuration Manager application 1 See the definition in Table 1 17 Operating the VS 41HDMI 7 5 1 Setting a Virtual Port If the control application cannot work with an Ethernet driver use the Kramer Virtual port driver as follows 1 Run the Virtual Serial Port Manager Application The Virtual Serial Port Manager window appears see Figure 8 Virtual Serial Ports vitua Seria Pone o AddVSP Properties Go A Add configure and remove Virtual Serial Ports VSPs Ok Cancel Figure 8 The Virtual Serial Port Manager Window 2 Press the Add VSP button to add a serial port and type the IP settings according to the IP address and local port
30. r 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 24 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Kramer Protocol 2000 NOTE 5 For the OUTPUT byte set as 6 the VIS source is the input selected using the OUTPUT byte Similarly for the OUTPUT byte set as 7 the VIS source is the output selected using the OUTPUT byte Note also that on some machines the sync source is not software selectable but is selected using switches jumpers etc NOTE 6 If INPUT is set to 127 for these instructions then if the function is defined on this machine it replies with OUTPUT 1 If the function is not defined then the machine replies with OUTPUT 0 or with an error invalid instruction code 1f the INPUT is set to 126 for these instructions then if possible the machine will return the current setting of this function even for the case that the function is not defined For example for a video switcher which always switches during the VIS of input 1 and its VIS setting cannot be programmed otherwise the reply to the HEX code 0A FE 80 81 ie request VIS setting with INPUT set as 12644 would be HEX codes 4A FE 81 81 ie VIS setting 1 which is defined as VIS from input 1 NOTE 7 Setting OUTPUT to 0 will return the VIS source setting as defined in instruction 7 Setting to 1 will
31. r authorized service center consult your authorized dealer LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES All implied warranties including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose 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
32. rmation To acquire or change the EDID of a new output display 1 Connect the power supply 2 Connect the new output display device 3 Press the EDID button The INPUT buttons blink in sequence until the EDID is acquired 7 2 2 Resetting the Default EDID To reset the default EDID disconnect the output and repeat the steps in section 7 2 1 12 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating the VS 41HDMI 7 3 Controlling via RS 232 for example using a PC To connect a PC to the VS 41HDMI unit using the Null modem adapter provided with the machine recommended e Connect the RS 232 DB9 rear panel port on the VS 41HDMI unit to the Null modem adapter and connect the Null modem adapter with a 9 wire flat cable to the RS 232 DB9 port on your PC To connect a PC to the VS 41HDMI unit without using a Null modem adapter e Connect the RS 232 DB9 port on your PC to the RS 232 DB9 rear panel port on the Master VS 41HDMI unit as Figure 3 illustrates PIN 5 Connected to PIN 5 Ground PIN 3 Connected to PIN 2 PIN 2 Connected to PIN 3 Female DB9 From PC Male DB9 PIN 4 Connected to PIN 6 PINS 8 7 1 Connected together If a Shielded cable is used connect the shield to PIN 5 Figure 3 Connecting a PC without using a Null modem Adapter Operating the VS 41HDMI 7 4 Controlling the VS 41HDMI via the ETHERNET Port You can connect the VS 41HDMI via the Ethernet using a crossover cable see section 7 4 1 for dire
33. t 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 NOTE 20 When data ie the INPUT and or OUTPUT bytes of more than 7 bits is required this instruction is sent before sending the instruction needing the additional bits The data in this intruction then becomes the Most Significant Bits of that next instruction For example to set the audio gain instruction 22 of output 3 to 681 4ec 2A9nex you would first send HEX codes 3F 80 85 81 and then send HEX codes 16 83 A9 81 To set the audio gain of output 6 to 100134 271Dy first send HEX codes 3F 80 CE 81 followed by HEX codes 16 86 9D 81 NOTE 21 To store data in the non volatile memory of the unit eg the EEPROM for saving SETUPS The EEPROM address is sent using the INPUT byte and the data to be stored is sent using the OUTPUT byte To use this instruction it is necessary to understand the memory map and memory structure of the particular machine NOTE 22 Instruction 59 and instruction 60 load data for sending to the crosspoint switcher or for storing in a SETUP ie the data is lined up to be executed later Instruction 58 executes the loaded data NOTE 23 If the INPUT byte is set as 127 4 then the data stored in a SETUP is loaded The SETUP is in the OUTPUT byte NOTE 24 Further information needed in instructions 21 22
34. the network administrator to distribute IP addresses from a central point and Configuration automatically send a new IP address when an Ethernet point is plugged into a different Protocol DHCP network location Gateway A network position serving as an entry to another network On the Internet a node or stopping point can be either a gateway node or a host end point node IP Address A 32 binary digit number that identifies each sender or receiver within a network via a particular server or workstation of data HTML pages or e mails that is sent in packets across the Internet Every device connected to an IP network must have a unique IP address This address is used to reference the specific unit Local Area Network LAN Computers sharing a common communications line or wireless link which often share a server within a defined geographic area Media Access Control MAC A computer s unique hardware number or address in a LAN or other network On an Ethernet LAN the MAC address is identical to the Ethernet address Protocol TCP IP Address Transmission The basic communication language or protocol of the Internet that breaks the message Control into appropriately sized packets for the network and can be used as a communications Protocol Internet protocol in an intranet or an extranet 4 Your VS 41HDMI 4x1 Switcher Figure 1 illustrates the front and rear panels of the VS 41HDMI Table 2 and
35. urrent 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 supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit for example the use of power strips and that you use only the power cord that is supplied with the To rack mount the 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 the machine against the rack rails and insert the proper screws not provided through each of the four holes in the rack ears Note that e In some models the front panel may feature built in rack ears e Detachable rack ears can be removed for desktop use e 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 you can download it at http www kramerelectronics com KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting a VS 41HDMI 4x1 HDMI Switcher 6 Connecting a VS 41HDMI 4x1 HDMI Switcher To connect the VS
36. widely supported in the entertainment and home cinema industry It delivers the highest high definition image and sound quality Note that Kramer Electronics Limited is an HDMI Adopter and an HDCP Licensee In particular HDMI Provides a simple interface between any audio video source such as a set top box DVD player or A V receiver and video monitor such as a digital flat LCD plasma television DTV over a single lengthy cable Supports standard enhanced high definition video and multi channel digital audio on a single cable Transmits all ATSC HDTV standards and supports 8 channel digital audio with bandwidth to spare to accommodate future enhancements and requirements Benefits consumers by providing superior uncompressed digital video quality via a single cable and user friendly connector Is backward compatible with DVI Digital Visual Interface Supports two way communication between the video source such as a DVD player and the digital television enabling new functionality such as automatic configuration and one button play HDMI has the capacity to support existing high definition video formats 720p 1080i and 1080p 60 standard definition formats such as NTSC or PAL as well as 480p and 576p Ensuring an all digital rendering of video without the losses associated with analog interfaces and their unnecessary digital to analog conversions 2 See http www hdmi org about adopters_founders
37. will cause all units including audio data etc to switch Similarly if a machine is in FOLLOW mode it will perform 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 17 For clean switching of RGBHV video the seamless switching option may be used The blanking period for the transition of the RGB sources may be set in this case in steps of 25 milliseconds For example to set for 350ms blanking time 14 steps send HEX codes 07 8E AO 81 K Kramer Protocol 2000 NOTE 18 Delayed execution allows switching after a delay dictated by RS 232 To do this the user sends instruction 7 with the Set for delayed switch option 644 before sending the switch command instruction 1 or pressing via front panel The switch is not executed unless timed out until the Execute delayed switch code is sent or the Set for delayed switch code is sent again The mode is automatically cancelled after implementation of the switch if the execute command is used For example to connect input 4 to output 3 after a delay send HEX codes 07 80 CO 81 set for delayed switch 01 84 83 81 switch code then after the required delay send HEX codes 07 80 Cl 81 execute delayed switch to implement the switch NOTE 19 After this instruction is sen
38. www kramerelectronics com 3 To automatically search for devices 16 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating the VS 41HDMI Ethernet Configuration Manager i 21 xl se Action Set MAC About Device List Version 00 20 44 8 Device Network Settings IP Address 192 168 0 40 Subnet 255 255 255 0 Gateway 192 168 0 1 Li c m e dj o Q m Local Port 5000 Qux Search Config Exit 4 status Normal Figure 7 The Ethernet Configuration Manager Window Kramer Electronics Ltd Table 7 Ethernet Configuration Manager Window Functionality L Feature Function 1 File The Exit command closes the Configuration Manager application s Action The Search Board command seeks the VS 41HDMI device that connects to the PC via 5 the ETHERNET port and displays it and its corresponding settings 5 The Config command adjusts the VS 41HDMI according to the displayed data Set MAC For factory use only click the Password command to enter the password About Displays software information including the software version 2 Device List Displays the MAC Address 3 Progress Bar Shows the progress 4 Status Bar Shows the status 5 Version Displays the firmware version 6 Device Network DHCP Mode Check Box When selected configures the Ethernet port to obtain an IP Settings Area address automatically from the DHCP server When cleared ma
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