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1. Commands string formal syntax with commands concatenation and addressing Z Address Command 1 Parameter1_1 Parameter1_2 Command 2 Parameter2 1 Parameter2 2 Command 3 Parameter3 1 Parameter3 2 CR Device message format Start Address optional Body Delimiter Sender_id message Device long response Echoing command Start Address optional Body Delimiter Sender_id command SP param param2 esu CR LF Carriage return ASCII 13 0x0D ILF Line feed ASCII 10 0x0A Space ASCII 32 0x20 1 Not available at the time of printing Refer to our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com for details 30 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Kramer Protocol 11 2 2 Command Parts Details Command Sequence of ASCII letters A Z a z and Command will separate from parameters with at least single space Parameters Sequence of Alfa Numeric ASCII chars 0 9 A Z a z and some special chars for specific commands parameters will be separated by commas Message string Every command must to be entered as part of message string that begin with message starting char and end with message closing char note that string can contain more then one command separated by pipe I char Message starting char f for host comma
2. Read protocol ethernet port ETH PORT PROTOCOL ETHP ETH PORT PROTOCOL PROTOCOL TCP UDP transport layer protocol PORT ethernet port to enter protocol 3000 commands 1 65535 User defined port 0 reset port to factory default 50000 for UDP 5000 for TCP Advanced switching commands Command Syntax Response Set audio follow AFV MODE AFV MODE RESULT video mode Note This command effect device front panel mode and AUD VID command Read audio follow video mode AFV AFV AFV MODE Front panel AFV mode 0 or afv to set front panel switching buttons in audio follow video state 1 or brk to set front panel switching buttons in their previous state when audio 36 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Kramer Protocol 11 3 Kramer Protocol 2000 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 1st byte INPUT 1 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 2nd byte OUT
3. 0 or off for not existent signal 1 or on for existent signal Preset commands Command Syntax Response Store current PRST STO PRESET PRST STO PRESET RESULT connections to preset Short form PSTO PRESET Recall saved preset PRST RCL PRESET PRST RCL PRESET RESULT Short form PRCL PRESET Delete saved preset PRST DEL PRESET PRST DEL PRESET RESULT Short form PDEL PRESET Read video PRST VID PRESET OUT PRST VID PRESET IN OUT connections from Short form PVID PRESET OUT saved preset PRST VID PRESET PRST VID PRESET IN gt 1 IN gt 2 Read audio PRST AUD PRESET OUT PRST AUD PRESET from Short form PAUD PRESET OUT dtd doa PRST AUD PRESET PRST AUD 1 IN gt 2 33 Kramer Protocol Preset commands Command Syntax Response Read saved presets list PRST LST Short form PLST PRST LST PRESET PRESET Parameters Description PRESET Preset number OUT Output in preset to show for for all Examples Store current Audio amp Video PRST STR 5CR PRST STR 5 OKCRLA connections to preset 5 Recall Audio amp Video PRCL 3CR PRST RCL 3 OKCRLF connections from preset 3 Show source of video output 2 PRST VID 3 21CR PRST VID 3 4 gt 2 CRLF from preset 3 Operation commands Command S
4. Machine number override MA4 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 For a single machine controlled via the serial port always set 4 1 and make sure that the machine itself is configured as MACHINE NUMBER 1 37 Kramer Protocol Table 10 Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 Note 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 Set equal to video output which is 2 which is to be switched to be switched 0 disconnect 0 to all the outputs 2 SWITCH AUDIO Set equal to audio input Set equal to audio output which 2 which is to be switched is to be switched 0 disconnect 0 to all the outputs 3 STORE VIDEO STATUS Set as SETUP 0 to store 2 3 1 to delete 4 RECALL VIDEO STATUS Set as SETUP 0 2 3 5 REQUEST STATUS OF A Set as SETUP Equal to output number whose 4 3 VIDEO OUTPUT status is reqd 6 REQUEST STATUS OF AN Set as SETUP Equal to output number whose 4 3 AUDIO OU
5. illuminates Confirming a Switching Action To confirm a switching action in CONFIRM mode do the following 1 Press an OUT IN combination The corresponding 7 segment display blinks The TAKE button also blinks Press the blinking TAKE button to confirm the action The corresponding 7 segment display no longer blinks The TAKE button illuminates To confirm several actions in CONFIRM mode do the following 1 Press each OUT IN combination in sequence The corresponding 7 segment display blinks The TAKE button also blinks Press the blinking TAKE button to confirm all the actions The corresponding 7 segment display no longer blinks The TAKE button illuminates 1 Failure to press the TAKE button within one minute the Timeout will abort the action 2 The TAKE button does not illuminate 3 The TAKE button illuminates 22 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating Your Audio Matrix Switcher 7 8 Storing Recalling Input Output Configurations You can store and recall up to eight input output setups using the four SELECTOR IN and the four SELECTOR OUT buttons as Figure 12 illustrates For example setup 2 is stored in OUT 1 and setup 7 is stored in IN 3 SELECTOR Figure 12 SELECTOR Buttons 7 8 1 Storing an Input Output Configuration To store the current status in memory do the following 1 Pressthe STO button The STO button blinks 2 Pressone of the eight SELECTOR
6. 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 3dec for 2nd byte 1284 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 1284 ASCII for 1284 ASCII for 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 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 NOTE 24 Further information needed in instructions 21 22 25 and 26 is sent using instruction 42 which is sent
7. 1 Connecting via the Ethernet You can connect the VP 4x4K via the ETHERNET in the following ways e Fordirect connection to the PC use a crossover cable see section 6 5 1 1 e For connection via a network hub or network router use a straight through cable see section 6 5 1 2 6 5 1 1 Connecting the ETHERNET Port Directly to a PC Crossover Cable You can connect the Ethernet port of the machine to the Ethernet port on your PC via a crossover cable with RJ 45 connectors This type of connection is recommended for identification of the factory default IP Address of the VP 4x4K 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 5 Select the Internet Protocol TCP IP and click the Properties Button see Figure 7 1 The default IP address is 192 168 1 39 13 Connecting the 4 4 4x4 UXGA Audio Matrix Switcher Local Area Connection Properties General Advanced Connect using E9 Intel R PRO 100 VE Network Conne This connection uses the following items M and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks 8 Qo5 Packet Scheduler 3F Intenet Protocol TCP IP Instan Properties Description Al
8. 15 pin HD OUTPUT connectors to up to four computer graphics video acceptors for example displays 4 Connect the four AUDIO OUTPUT terminal block connectors to up to four balanced stereo audio acceptors for example balanced stereo audio amplifiers with speakers Set the dipswitches see section 6 6 As an option you can connect a PC and or controller to the RS 232 port see section 6 3 the RS 485 port see section 6 4 and the ETHERNET see section 6 5 7 Connect the power cord 1 You do not need to connect all the inputs and outputs 2 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VP 4x4K After connecting your VP 4x4K switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device 3 Alternatively you can connect a separate audio source as shown for input 1 in Figure 2 or no source at all 4 See section 6 2 5 We recommend that you use only the power cord that is supplied with this machine KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting the 4 4 4x4 UXGA Audio Matrix Switcher E p EB Graphics Source 1 Display 1 Display 4 Stereo Audio Source Computer Balanced Stereo Balanced Stereo Graphics Source 4 Audio Amplifier 1 Audio Amplifier 4 Figure 2 Connecting the VP 4x4K 4x4 UXGA Audio Matrix Switcher Connecting the 4 4 4x4 UXGA Audio Matrix Switcher 6 2 Connecting the Balanced Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output
9. 95 non condensing N CAUTION When installing in 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 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 Place the ears of the machine against the rack rails
10. Machines You can cascade up to 16 VP 4x4K units with control from a PC or serial controller To cascade 16 individual VP 4x4K units via RS 485 as illustrated in the example in Figure 6 do the following Connectthe sources and acceptors see section 6 1 2 Connectthe RS 232 port of the first VP 4x4K unit to a PC using the Null modem adapter provided with the machine see section 6 3 3 Connect the RS 485 terminal block port on the first VP 4x4K unit to the RS 485 port on the second VP 4x4K unit and so on connecting all the RS 485 ports 4 Set the first VP 4x4K unit as Machine 1 and the following VP 4x4K units as Machine 2 to Machine 16 see section 7 4 5 On the first and last VP 4x4K units set the RS 485 TERM dipswitch to ON terminating the RS 485 line at 1200 see section 6 6 and set this dipswitch to OFF on the other VP 4x4K units 11 Connecting the 4 4 4x4 UXGA Audio Matrix Switcher RS 485 PINOUT Machine 1 Master Machine 2 Machine 16 Figure 6 Control Configuration via RS 232 and RS 485 12 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting the 4 4 4x4 UXGA Audio Matrix Switcher 6 5 Configuring the Ethernet Port To configure the Ethernet port you have to connect your PC to the VP 4x4K either via the Ethernet see section 6 5 1 or via a serial port see section 6 3 Once the machine is connected you can configure the Ethernet port 6 5
11. and insert the proper screws not provided through each of the four holes in the rack ears Note that 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 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 Connecting the 4 4 4x4 UXGA Audio Matrix Switcher 6 Connecting the VP 4x4K 4x4 UXGA Audio Matrix Switcher This section describes how to Connect the 4 4 rear panel see section 6 1 Connect a balanced unbalanced stereo audio output see section 6 2 Connect the VP 4x4K to a controlling device via RS 232 see section 6 3 Connect several VP Ax4K machines see section 6 4 Connect to the ETHERNET see section 6 5 Set the dipswitches see section 6 6 6 1 Connecting the VP 4x4K Rear Panel To connect the VP 4x4K as illustrated in the example in Figure 2 do the following 1 Connect up to four computer graphics video sources to the 15 pin HD INPUT connectors from INPUT 1 to INPUT 4 2 Connect up to four unbalanced stereo audio sources for example the audio source of the computer to the AUDIO INPUT 3 5mm mini plug connectors from 1 to 4 3 Connect the four
12. buttons The memory stores the data at that reference 7 8 2 Recalling an Input Output Configuration To recall an input output configuration do the following 1 Press the RCL button The RCL button blinks 2 Press the appropriate SELECTOR button The memory recalls the stored data from that reference If you cannot remember which of the eight input output configurations is the one that you want set the VP 4x4K to the CONFIRM mode and manually scan all the input output configurations until you locate it 1 The 8 input output configurations or setups also include the relevant audio follow video breakaway option definition 2 When operating via RS 232 communication or the IR remote control transmitter you can store recall up to 16 setups 3 And can be recalled 4 The gray numbers 1 to 8 in Figure 12 that illustrate the corresponding store recall configuration number are for the purpose of illustration only and do not actually appear on the buttons 23 Operating Your Audio Matrix Switcher 7 8 3 Deleting an Input Output Configuration To delete an input output configuration do the following 1 Press the STO and RCL buttons simultaneously Both the STO and RCL buttons blink 2 Press the appropriate SELECTOR button This erases that specific input output configuration from the memory leaving it empty and available 7 9 Locking the Front Panel To prevent changing the settings accidentally or tampering wit
13. when in breakaway mode and actions relate to audio 6 Press the STO and LOCK buttons simultaneously to set the delay time see section 7 3 7 For exam ple press STO and then the Output button 3 to store in Setup 3 see section 7 8 8 Press the RCL and TAKE button simultaneously to set the machine number see section 7 4 9 When in the CONFIRM mode the TAKE button illuminates 10 By pressing the or buttons continuously you can speed up their response For step by step response press and release these buttons as many times as needed 11 Gain switching delay time and machine number 12 Also displays the number of IN and OUT ports the firmware version number the MACHINE and the audio gain level Refer to section 7 1 Your VP 4x4K UXGA Audio Matrix Switcher Table 2 Rear Panel VP 4x4K 4x4 UXGA Audio Matrix Switcher Features Feature Function 17 INPUT 15 pin HD Connectors Connect to the video sources from 1 to 4 18 OUTPUT 15 HD Connectors Connect to the acceptors from 1 to 4 19 AUDIO INPUTS 3 5mm Mini Connect to the unbalanced stereo audio sources from 1 to 4 Plug Connectors 20 AUDIO OUTPUTS Terminal Connect to the balanced stereo audio acceptors from 1 to 4 block connectors 21 PROGRAM Button Not used for technical staff use only 22 ETHERNET Connector Connects to the PC or other Serial Controller through computer networking 23 Fac
14. HEX codes 4A FE 81 81 ie VIS setting 1 which is defined as VIS from input 1 NOTE 8 The reply is as in TYPE 3 above except that here the OUTPUT is assigned with the value O 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 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 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 1284 22dec for 2nd byte and 128dec 164 for 3rd byte 39 Kramer Protocol 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
15. Kramer Electronics Ltd USER MANUAL Model VP Ax4K 4x4 UXGA Audio Matrix Switcher Contents Contents 1 Introduction 2 Getting Started 2 1 Quick Start 3 Overview 4 Your VP 4x4K UXGA Audio Matrix Switcher 5 Installing the VP 4x4K in a Rack 6 Connecting the VP 4x4K 4x4 UXGA Audio Matrix Switcher 6 1 Connecting the VP 4x4K Rear Panel 6 2 Connecting the Balanced Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output 6 3 Connecting a PC 6 4 Cascading Machines 6 5 Configuring the Ethernet Port 6 5 1 Connecting via the Ethernet 6 5 2 Ethernet Port Configuration 6 5 3 Control via the Ethernet Port 6 6 Dipswitch Settings 7 Operating Your Audio Matrix Switcher 7 1 Displaying Unit Characteristics 7 2 Adjusting the Audio Gain 7 3 Setting the Switching Delay Time 7 4 Setting the Machine Number 7 5 Choosing the Audio Follow Video or Breakaway Option 7 5 1 Setting the Audio Follow Video Option 7 5 2 Setting the Breakaway Option 7 6 Switching OUT IN Combinations 77 Confirming Settings 7 7 1 Toggling between the AT ONCE and CONFIRM Modes 7 1 2 Confirming a Switching Action 7 8 Storing Recalling Input Output Configurations 7 8 Storing an Input Output Configuration 7 8 2 Recalling an Input Output Configuration 7 8 3 Deleting an Input Output Configuration 7 9 Locking the Front Panel 8 Firmware Upgrade 8 1 Downloading from the Internet 8 2 Connecting the PC to the RS 232 Port 8 3 Upgrading Firmware 9 Technical Specifica
16. PUT 1 O6 05 O4 03 02 O1 00 7 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 Bit7 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 according to the table 4 BYTE Bit7 Defined as 1 Bit 5 Don t care OVR
17. TPUT status is reqd 8 BREAKAWAY SETTING 0 0 audio follow video 2 1 audio breakaway 11 REQUEST BREAKAWAY Set as SETUP 0 Request audio breakaway 3 4 6 SETTING setting 15 REQUEST WHETHER SETUP SETUP 0 for checking if setup is defined 8 IS DEFINED VALID INPUT IS or 1 for checking if input is valid DETECTED Input 16 ERROR BUSY For invalid valid input 0 error 9 25 i e OUTPUT byte 4 1 invalid instruction or OUTPUT byte 5 2 out of range this byte is set as the 3 machine busy input 4 invalid inpu 5 valid input 6 RX buffer overflow 22 SET AUDIO PARAMETER Equal to input output Set as parameter value 2 24 number whose parameter is to be set 0 all 24 INCREASE DECREASE AUDIO Equal to input output 0 increase output 2 PARAMETER number whose parameter 1 decrease output is to be increased 2 increase left output decreased 3 decrease left output 0 all 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 PARAMETER Equal to input output 0 6 24 number whose parameter is requested 30 LOCK FRONT PANEL 0 Panel unlocked 0 2 1 Panel locked 31 REQUEST WHETHER PANEL 0 0 16 IS LOCKED 42 AUDIO PARAMETER INPUT Bit 0 Gain 24 SETTINGS FOR 10 O input 1 output 1 Bass INSTRUCTIONS 22 24 25 Left 2 Treble 12 Right 3 Mid
18. This section illustrates how to wire e A balanced output connection see Figure 3 e unbalanced audio output see Figure 4 Figure 3 illustrates how to wire a balanced output connection for example AUDIO OUTPUT 1 Figure 3 Connecting the Balanced Stereo Audio Output Figure 4 illustrates how to wire an unbalanced acceptor to the balanced output of the unit for example AUDIO OUTPUT 1 Figure 4 Connecting the Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output 10 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting the 4 4 4x4 UXGA Audio Matrix Switcher 6 3 Connecting a PC To connect a PC to the VP 4x4K unit using the Null modem adapter provided with the machine recommended e Connect the RS 232 9 pin D sub rear panel port on the Master VP 4x4K unit to the Null modem adapter and connect the Null modem adapter with a 9 wire flat cable to the RS 232 9 pin D sub port on your PC To connect a PC to the VP 4x4K unit without using a Null modem adapter e Connect the RS 232 9 pin D sub port on your PC to the RS 232 9 pin D sub rear panel port on the Master VP 4x4K unit as Figure 5 illustrates PIN 5 Connected to PIN 5 Ground PIN 3 Connected to PIN 2 PIN 2 Connected to PIN 3 9 pin D sub 9 pin D sub From PC Male PIN 4 is connected to PIN 6 PINs 8 7 1 are connected together If a shielded cable is used connect the shield to PIN 5 Figure 5 Connecting a PC without using a Null modem Adapter 6 4 Cascading
19. ast 4 digits from serial number Set machine id number MACH NUM MACH NUM OLD MACHINE NUMBEH WACHINE NUMBER NEW MACHINE NUMBER RESULT Response will send after machine number has been changed So the replay with header will be NEW MACHINE NUMBER MACH NUM OLD MACHINE NUMBEH NEW MACHINE NUMBEH OK 35 Kramer Protocol Network settings commands Set IP Address NET IP ADDRESS NET IP jP ADDRESS RESULT NTIP Read IP Address NET IP IP ADDRESS NTIP Read MAC Address NET MAC NET MAC VAC ADDRESS NTMC Set subnet mask NET MASK SUBNET MASK NTMSK NET MASK SUBNET MASK RESUL T Read subnet mask NET MASK NTMSK NET MASK SUBNET MASK Set gateway address NET GATE GA TEWA Y ADDRESS NTGT NET GATE GATEWAY ADDRESS ULT Read subnet mask NET GATE NET GATE GATEWA Y ADDRESS NTGT Set DHCP mode NET DHCP DHCP MODE NET DHCP DHCP MODE RESULT NTDH Read subnet mask NET DHCP NET DHCP DHCP MODE NTDH DHCP_MODE 0 Don t use DHCP Use IP set by factory or IP set command 1 Try to use DHCP if unavailable use IP as above Change protocol ethernet port ETH PORT PROTOCOL ETHP PORT ETH PORT PROTOCOL PORT RESULT
20. ation appears a few Inputs switched to the seconds after the first display OUT 1 2 3 4 outputs IN Audio inputs switched to the outputs m Audio gain mode After pressing the AUDIO GAIN button Audio Gain Display and selecting an output or an input OUT 1 2 3 4 The audio gain level In addition the 7 segment display shows the e Switching delay time when setting the delay time see section 7 3 e Selected machine number when setting the machine number see section 7 4 1 The STATUS shown here is an example of what could typically be displayed The actual display depends on the current firmware version and machine number 2 The STATUS shown here is an example of what could typically be displayed The actual display depends on the current video and audio switching status 3 The STATUS shown here is an example of what could typically be displayed The actual display depends on the current audio gain level 18 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating Your Audio Matrix Switcher 7 2 Adjusting the Audio Gain You can adjust the audio gain for each input from 100dB to 20dB and output signal from 100dB to 6dB by using the AUDIO GAIN button on the front panel To set the audio gain do the following 1 Press AUDIO GAIN button on the front panel 2 Pressa SELECTOR IN or OUT button to select the input or output for which you want to increase or decrease the gain 3 Press the or butto
21. closing char will be entered just one time in the string beginning and at the end All the commands in string will not execute until the closing char will be entered Separate response will be sent for every command in the chain Input string max length 64 characters Backward support Design note transparent supporting for protocol 2000 will be implemented by switch protocol command from protocol 3000 to protocol 2000 in protocol 2000 there is already such a command to switch protocol to ASCII protocol 56 H38 H80 H83 H81 31 Kramer Protocol Table 8 Instruction Codes for Protocol 3000 Help commands Command Syntax Response Protocol Handshaking TCR OKICRLF Device initiated messages Command Syntax Start message Kramer Electronics LTD Device Model Version Software Version Switcher actions Audio video channel has switched AFV mode AV IN OUT Video channel has switched Breakaway mode VID IN OUT Audio channel has switched Breakaway mode AUD N gt OUT Result codes errors Syntax No error Command running succeeded COMMAND PARAMETERS OK Protocol Errors Syntax Error ERRO001 Command not available for this device ERRO002 Parameter is out of range ERRO003 Unauthorized access running command w
22. e a shortcut on your desktop to the file FlashLoader Go to our Web site and download the latest VP 4x4K firmware version Connecting the PC to the RS 232 Port Before installing the latest Kramer firmware version on a VP 4x4K unit connect the RS 232 9 pin D sub rear panel port on the VP 4x4K unit to the Null modem adapter and connect the Null modem adapter with a 9 wire flat cable to the RS 232 9 pin D sub COM port on your PC see section 6 3 Upgrading Firmware Follow these steps to upgrade the firmware 1 Double click the desktop icon FlashLoader 2 Connect the power on the VP 4x4K unit and switch it ON 3 Setthe appropriate COM port The following window appears 25 Firmware Upgrade gt FlashLoader V1 0 Response Loader in Ready Send Bin File Close Port 115200 x Figure 13 FlashLoader Window 4 Click the Send Bin File button The following window appears Look in obi E ammm My Recent Documents Desktop My Documents 2 93 My Computer File name My Network Files of type Loading the Latest Firmware 5 Select the latest VP 4x4K firmware version and click Open Wait for completion of the upgrade procedure The new firmware version appears in the INPUT STATUS 7 segment Display 26 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Technical Specifications lt gt FlashLoader 1 0 Response 01 Protocol s
23. e audio channels follow the video channels The button is illuminated when the AFV mode is selected T VID Button When illuminated actions relate to video 8 AUD Button When illuminated actions relate to audio 9 STO Button Pressing STO STORE followed by an output or an input button stores the current setting 10 LOCK Button Disengages the front panel switches 11 RCL Button Pressing RCL RECALL followed by an output or an input button displays a stored setup 12 TAKE Button Pressing TAKE toggles the mode between the CONFIRM mode and the AT ONCE mode user confirmation per action is unnecessary When in CONFIRM mode actions are confirmed by pressing the TAKE key 13 AUDIO GAIN Button Press to adjust the audio input or output gain see section 7 2 14 Button Press to decrease the numerical value 15 Button Press to increase the numerical value 16 STATUS 7 segment Display Displays the selected input switched to the output marked above each input 1 The SELECTOR IN and OUT buttons also store recall the input output configurations see section 7 8 2 For exam 3 If the AU modification 4 The VID 5 The AUD ple press ALL and then Input button 2 to connect input 2 to all the outputs DIO differs from the VIDEO the TAKE button will flash and you have to press the TAKE button to confirm the utton is illuminated when in breakaway mode and actions relate to video button is illuminated
24. e four inputs to any or all of the four outputs In addition the VP 4x4K features A video bandwidth of 400MHz that ensures transparent UXGA performance DC coupled inputs and outputs A selectable delayed switching mode ranging from 0 to 3 5sec for clean transitions seamless switching when switching between non genlocked sources Audio gain control for the inputs and the outputs Audio follow video and breakaway options Storing and recalling setup options A button for precise switch control that lets you execute multiple switches all at once A LOCK button to prevent tampering with the front panel The ability to automatically detect connected input signals the respective button illuminates in green Our innovative integrated sync processing KRISP technology that lets you achieve a sharp stable image when the sync level is too low by restoring the sync signal waveform Control the VP 4x4K using the front panel buttons or remotely via RS 485 or RS 232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system PC or other serial controller The Kramer RC IR2 Infrared Remote Control Transmitter The ETHERNET To achieve the best performance 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 Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely in
25. e steps to configure the port 1 Doubleclick the desktop icon The Connect screen appears as follows Connect Connection method Ethernet i Enter IP address And Port iP 172 16 8 50 Port 50002 Factoty Default Address By Name O Serial Figure 9 Connect Screen 2 Select the method to connect to the Ethernet port of the 4 4 Select Ethernet if you know the IP address number or the machine name The default name for the machine is KRAMER XXXX Serial if you are connected via a serial port 3 Click OK The Device Properties window appears 1 The four digits are the last four digits of the machine s serial number 15 Connecting the 4 4 4 4 UXGA Audio Matrix Switcher Device Properties Connected To IP 172 16 8 50 Device details Name Model Serial Number UDP local Port TCP local port K NetID Gateway Mask Firmware Build Date _ KRAMER 0006 255 255 240 0100000803 DHCP Enabled Set 1 25 Wa 8 172 Wa 0 1 0 Close Figure 10 Device Properties Screen 4 Ifrequired make changes and press Set If not click Close 6 5 3 Control via the Ethernet Port If you were connected via the serial port you need to connect to the master unit Mach No 1 via the Ethernet as described in section 6 5 1 16 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating Your Audio Matrix Switcher 6 6 Dipsw
26. een defaced modified or removed or on which the WARRANTY VOID IF TAMPERED sticker has been torn reattached removed or otherwise interfered with 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 Removalor 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 WILLNOT 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 i
27. fluence signal quality and position your Kramer VP 4x4K away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust 4 Your VP 4x4K UXGA Audio Matrix Switcher Figure 1 Table 1 and Table 2 define the VP 4x4K 1 In increments of 0 5sec Your VP 4x4K UXGA Audio Matrix Switcher r Dear SELECTOR STO LOCK Ho L Lk TT RCL TAKE 4x4 UXGA Audio Matrix Switcher VP 4x4K INPUT 1 INPUT 3 OUTPUT 1 OUTPUTS 2 3 4 INPUT 2 INPUT 4 OUTPUT 2 OUTPUT 4 Figure 1 VP 4x4K 4x4 UXGA Audio Matrix Switcher 4 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Your VP 4x4K UXGA Audio Matrix Switcher Table 1 Front Panel VP 4x4K 4x4 UXGA Audio Matrix Switcher Features Feature Function 1 POWER Switch Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF 2 IR Receiver Signals from the remote control transmitter illuminate the LED 3 SELECTOR Buttons OUT Select the output to which the input is switched IN Select the input to switch to the output When a signal is detected the input button illuminates in green 4 ALL Button Pressing ALL before pressing an input button connects that input to all outputs 5 OFF Button Pressing OFF after pressing an output button disconnects that output from the inputs To disconnect all the outputs press the ALL button and then the OFF button 6 AFV Button When illuminated th
28. h the front panel lock your VP 4x4K Unlocking releases the protection mechanism To lock the VP 4x4K e Press the LOCK button for more than 2 seconds The LOCK button illuminates freezing the front panel controls Pressing a button will have no effect except to cause the LOCK button to blink Nevertheless even though the front panel is locked you can still operate your PC control software To unlock the VP 4x4K e Press the illuminating LOCK button for more than 2 seconds The VP 4x4K unlocks and the LOCK button no longer illuminates 1 Storing a new configuration over a previous configuration without deleting it first replaces the previous configuration 2 Warning that you need to unlock to regain control via the front panel 24 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Firmware Upgrade 8 8 2 8 3 Firmware Upgrade The VP 4x4K firmware is located in FLASH memory which lets you upgrade to the latest Kramer firmware version in minutes The process involves e Downloading from the Internet see section 8 1 e Connecting the PC to the RS 232 port see section 8 2 e Upgrading Firmware see section 8 3 Downloading from the Internet You can download the up to date file from the Internet To do so 1 Go to our Web site and download the file FlashLoader zip from the Technical Support section 2 Extract the file FlashLoader zip to a folder for example C Program Files Kramer Flash 3 Creat
29. he video configuration If the audio configuration differs from the video configuration the channels that differ will blink and require reconfiguring for AFV operation 2 Pressthe TAKE button to confirm the modification reconfiguring the audio according to the video 1 Audio and video connections are the same 2 Warning that you are about to modify the audio configuration for AFV operation 3 Warning that changes are about to occur in the audio section 20 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating Your Audio Matrix Switcher 7 5 2 Setting the Breakaway Option To set the Breakaway option Press either the AUD for audio control only or the VID for video control only button 2 Ifthe AUD button illuminates all switching operations relate to the Audio section 3 Ifthe VID button illuminates all switching operations relate to the Video section 7 6 Switching OUT IN Combinations To switch a video audio input to a video audio output do the following 1 Press an OUT button The corresponding Audio and or Video IN STATUS 7 segment displays blink 2 Press an IN button The selected input switches to the selected output For example press the ALL button and then IN button 2 to connect input 2 to all the outputs 7 7 Confirming Settings Choose to work in the AT ONCE or the CONFIRM mode In the AT ONCE mode e You save time e Actions require no user confirmation e Execution is i
30. ic compatibility EMC generic immunity standard Part 1 Residential commercial and lightindustry environment CFR 47 FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15 Radio frequency devices Subpart B Unintentional radiators CAUTION BO Servicing the machines can only be done by an authorized Kramer technician Any user who makes changes modifications to the unit without the expressed approval of the manufacturer will void user authority to operate the equipment BO Usethesupplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine DO Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components and CE approved using STP cable for twisted pair products 41 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 000386 REV 1
31. io Matrix Switcher 27 Table 6 Hex Codes for Switching via RS 232 RS 485 28 Table 7 Hex Codes for Switching Audio Channels via RS 232 RS 485 28 Table 8 Instruction Codes for Protocol 3000 32 Table 9 Protocol Definitions 37 Table 10 Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 38 ii KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY ADDENDUM 4 4 IP Address and Baud Rate This addendum replaces Figure 7 and Figure 8 in the User Manual as well as the first paragraph in section 11 2 In section 6 5 1 1 Figure 7 and Figure 8 are replaced with Figure A and Figure B respectively Local Area Connection Properties General Advanced Connect using HB Ine R PRO 100VE Network This connection uses the following items M El Client for Microsoft Networks File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks QoS Packet Scheduler YF Intenet Protocol TCP IP Description Transmission Control Protocol Intemet Protocol The default wide area network protocol that provides communication across diverse interconnected networks Show icon in notification area when connected Notify me when this connection has limited or no connectivity Figure A Local Area Connection Properties Window Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties x General You can get IP settings assigned automatically if your network supports this capability Otherwise you
32. itch Settings The VP 4x4K includes two dipswitches as Figure 11 and Table 3 define Only one of the dipswitches is configured ON Figure 11 VP 4x4K Dipswitches Table 3 Dipswitch Settings Default Setting Function Description RS 485 TERM ON for RS 485 line termination with 1200 OFF for no RS 485 line termination 7 Operating Your Audio Matrix Switcher This section describes the characteristics of the 7 segment display see section 7 1 as well as how to Adjust the audio gain see section 7 2 Set the switching delay time see section 7 3 Set the machine number see section 7 4 Choose the audio follow video or the break option see section 7 5 Switch OUT IN combinations see section 7 6 Confirm settings see section 7 7 Store and recall input output configurations see section 7 8 Lock the front panel buttons see section 7 9 1 When cascading machines set this dipswitch to ON for the first and last units only otherwise set it to OFF 17 Operating Your Audio Matrix Switcher 7 1 Displaying Unit Characteristics The 7 segment display shows several sets of information as defined in the examples shown in Table 4 Table 4 STATUS 7 segment Display The STATUS Display Shows When Initial Display Unit characteristics About 2 seconds automatically after pay Firmware version Switching on the power OUT 1 2 3 4 Machine number Normal display During normal oper
33. ithout the match login ERRO004 Basic routing commands Command Syntax Response Switch audio amp video AV IN JOUT IN OUT AV IN oUT IN cUT RESULT Switch video only VID N oUT VID IN OUT IN gt OUT RESULT Short form V IN OUT Note When AFV mode is active this command will switch also audio If audio is breakaway device display mode will change to show audio connections status Switch audio only AUD N OUT AUD IN OUT RESULT Short form IN gt OUT N OUT Note When AFV mode is active this command will switch also video Read video VID oUT VID connection Short form V 007 VID VID Read audio AUD AUD N OUT connection Short form OUT AUD AUD 2 Parameters Description IN Input number or 0 to disconnect output gt Connection character between in and out parameters OUT Output number for all outputs 32 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Kramer Protocol Examples Switch Video and Audio input 3 to output 7 AV 3 gt 7CRI AV 3 gt 7 Switch Video input 2
34. lows your computer to access resources on a Microsoft network Show icon in notification area when connected Notify me when this connection has limited or no connectivity Figure 7 Local Area Connection Properties Window 6 Select Use the following IP Address and fill in the details as shown in Figure 8 7 Click OK Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties 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 Obtain an IP address automatically Use the following IP address IP address 192 168 1 39 Subnet mack pss 255 255 0 Default gateway Use the following DNS server addresses Preferred DNS server Altemate DNS server Figure 8 Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties Window 6 5 1 2 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub Straight Through Cable You can connect the Ethernet port of the VP 4x4K to the Ethernet port on a network hub or network router via a straight through cable with RJ 45 connectors 14 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting the 4 4 4x4 UXGA Audio Matrix Switcher 6 5 2 Ethernet Port Configuration To configure the Ethernet port download the Device Properties Ethernet configuration software Extract the file to a folder and create a shortcut on your desktop to the file Follow thes
35. ls 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 see section 5 Mount the machine in a rack or stick the 4 rubber feet to the underside Computer Graphics Source 1 Display1 Display 4 Stereo Audio Source Balanced Stereo Balanced Stereo Graphics Source 4 Audio Amplifier 1 Audio Amplifier 4 LOCK the front Increase or panel SELECTOR ALL AFV sTo Lock B L Store STO and VID AUD recall RCL the 2 3 4 OFF LAT x L1 IN status B V Audio Switchi D Switc Connect a selected input to ALL the follows video when switching Press RCL and TAKE outputs disconnect an output VID ing relates to the video signal to set the MACH OFF from an input AU hing relates to the audio signa our 1 Read the status on the 7 segment display Operate via the front panel buttons R5 252 RS 485 and the Ethernet KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Overview 3 Overview The VP 4x4K is a true 4x4 matrix switcher for computer graphics up to and exceeding UXGA signals and balanced stereo audio signals The VP 4x4K lets you simultaneously route any or all of th
36. mmediate e No protection is offered against changing an action in error 1 Either 1 2 3 4 or ALL To exit this command press the OUT button again 2 When the audio follow video option is active refer to section 7 5 1 3 Items 8 and 9 respectively in Figure 1 4 Either 1 2 3 4 or OFF If the IN button is not pressed within 20 seconds this operation times out 21 Operating Your Audio Matrix Switcher In the CONFIRM mode You have an optional method to help avoid making a mistake Every action requires user confirmation Execution is delayed until the user confirms the action Protection is offered to prevent erroneous switching You can key in several actions and then confirm them by pressing the TAKE button once to simultaneously switch all monitors Pressing an OUT IN combination when your VP 4x4K operates in the AT ONCE mode implements the switch immediately When the 4 4 operates in the CONFIRM mode press the blinking TAKE button to authorize the switch 7 7 1 Toggling between the AT ONCE and CONFIRM Modes To toggle between the AT ONCE and CONFIRM modes do the following 1 7 7 2 Press the TAKE button to toggle from the AT ONCE mode to the CONFIRM mode Actions now require user confirmation and the TAKE button illuminates Press the illuminated TAKE button to toggle from the CONFIRM mode back to the AT ONCE mode Actions no longer require user confirmation and the TAKE button no longer
37. n any mailing a contact name company address and a description of the problem s 3 For the name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center consult your authorized dealer LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES All implied warranties including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to the length of this warranty EXCLUSION OFDAMAGES 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 lightindustry EN 50082 Electromagnet
38. ndWuery for machine response Device address Optional for Knet Knet Device ID follow by char Query sign will follow after some commands to define query request Message closing char Host messages Carriage Return ASCII 13 will be referred to by in this document Machine messages Carriage Return ASCII 13 Line Feed ASCII 10 will be referred to by CRLF Spaces between parameters or command parts will be ignored Commands chain separator char When message string contains more than one command commands will be separated by pipe I Commands entering If terminal software used to connect over serial V ethernet V USB port that possible to directly enter all commands characters CR will be entered by Enter key that key send also LA but this char will be ignored by commands parser Sending commands from some controllers like Crestron require coding some characters in special form like X Anyway there is a way to enter all ASCII characters so it is possible to send all commands also from controller Similar way can use for URL Telnet support that maybe will be added in future Commands forms Some commands have short name syntax beside the full name to allow faster typing response is always in long syntax Commands chaining It is possible to enter multiple commands in same string by l char pipe In this case the message starting char and the message
39. need to ask your network administrator for the appropriate IP settings Obtain an IP address automaticaly Use the following IP address IP address 182 188 1 2 Subnet mask 255 255 255 0 Default gateway Use the following DNS server addresses Preferred DNS server Altemate DNS server MEET Figure B Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties Window 11 2 Kramer Protocol 3000 The Kramer Protocol 3000 lets you control the VP 4x4K from any standard terminal software for example the Windows HyperTerminal Application This RS 232 RS 485 communication protocol uses a data rate of 115200 baud with no parity 8 data bits and 1 stop bit 1 Refer to our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com for details P N 2900 0003861 Al Introduction 2 1 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 the video audio presentation and broadcasting professional 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 11 groups that are clearly defined by function Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VP 4x4K 4x4 UXGA Audio Matrix Switcher This product is ideal for the following typical applications e Professional display systems requiring tr
40. ns on the front panel to increase or decrease the gain respectively To exit the audio gain function press any of the control buttons If unused this command times out after 20 seconds You can use the RC IR2 remote controller to adjust the output volume To adjust the volume of an output press the VOL key to increase or decrease the volume respectively and then the number of that output 7 3 Setting the Switching Delay Time You can achieve clean transitions when switching between non genlocked sources by setting the delay time ranging from Osec to 3 5sec via the DELAY dipswitches The VP 4x4K unit is shipped its factory default state with no delay that is the DELAY is set to Osec To set the delay time do the following 1 Press the STO and LOCK front panel buttons simultaneously to access the DELAY mode The 7 segment display shows the current switching delay time 2 Use the and front panel buttons to set the delay time as required To confirm and exit the DELAY mode press the either the AUD VID or AFV button the display shows the inputs switched to the outputs If not confirmed this command times out after 20 seconds 1 When using the RC IR2 remote controller you can only adjust the output volume to adjust the volume of an output press the VOL key to increase or decrease the volume respectively and then the number of that output 2 In increments of 0 5sec 19 Opera
41. odes for Serial Communication 10 Table of Hex Codes for Serial Communication Table 6 lists the Hex values for a single machine MACHINE 1 Table 6 Hex Codes for Switching via RS 232 RS 485 Switching Video Channels OUT 1 OUT2 OUT3 OUT4 IN 1 0 01 01 01 8 81 81 81 8 82 83 84 8 81 81 81 IN2 0 01 01 01 82 82 82 82 8 82 83 84 8 81 81 81 IN3 0 01 01 01 83 83 83 83 8 82 83 84 8 81 81 81 INA 0 01 01 01 84 84 84 84 8 82 83 84 8 81 81 81 Table 7 lists the Hex values for switching audio channels via RS 232 RS 485 Table 7 Hex Codes for Switching Audio Channels via RS 232 RS 485 Switching Audio Channels OUT 1 OUT2 OUT3 OUT 4 IN 1 02 02 02 02 8 81 81 81 8 82 83 84 8 81 81 81 IN2 02 02 02 02 82 82 82 82 8 82 83 84 8 81 81 81 IN 3 02 02 02 02 83 83 83 83 8 82 83 84 8 81 81 81 INA 02 02 02 02 84 84 84 84 8 82 83 84 8 81 81 81 28 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Kramer Protocol 11 Kramer Protocol By default the VP 4x4K is set to protocol 3000 see section 11 2 but is also compatible with Kramer s Protocol 2000 see section 11 3 Section 11 1 describes how to switch between protocol 3000 and protocol 2000 11 4 Switching Protocols You can switch protocols either via the front panel buttons see section 11 1 1 or the protocol commands see section 11 1 2 11 1 1 Switching Protocols via the Front Panel Butt
42. ons To switch from protocol 3000 to protocol 2000 press and hold the IN 2 button for a few seconds To switch from protocol 2000 to protocol 3000 press and hold the IN 3 button for a few seconds 11 1 2 Switching Protocols via Protocol Commands To switch from protocol 3000 to protocol 2000 send the following command P2000 lt CR gt To switch from protocol 2000 to protocol 3000 send the following command 0x38 0x80 0x83 0x81 The Windows based Kramer control software operates with protocol 2000 If the VP 4x4K is set to protocol 3000 it is automatically switched to protocol 2000 1 You can download our user friendly Software for Calculating Hex Codes for Protocol 2000 from the technical support section on our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 2 Not as part of a switching operation 3 Download the latest software from our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 29 Kramer Protocol 11 2 Kramer Protocol 3000 This RS 232 RS 485 communication protocol lets you control the machine from any standard terminal software for example Windows HyperTerminal Application 11 2 1 Protocol 3000 Syntax Host message format Start Address optional Body Delimiter Destination id 2 message cR Simple command commands string with only one command without addressing start body delimiter Command SP Parameter 1 Parameter 2 ICR
43. 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 set MIX mode send hex codes 2A 81 84 81 and then send HEX codes 16 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 40 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED WARRANTY Kramer Electronics hereafter Kramer warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms HOWLONGIS THE WARRANTY Labor and parts are warranted for seven years from the date of the first customer purchase WHOIS PROTECTED Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty WHATIS COVERED AND WHATISNOT COVERED Except as below this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product The following are not covered by the warranty 1 Any product which is not distributed by Kramer or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer If you are uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the Web site www kramerelectronics com 2 Any product on which the serial number has b
44. range 4 Mix On 56 CHANGE TO ASCII 0 Kramer protocol 3000 19 38 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Kramer Protocol INSTRUCTION DEFINITION FOR SPECIFIC INSTRUCTION NOTE DESCRIPTION INPUT OUTPUT 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 10 Request first prefix 11 Request second prefix 12 Request third prefix 62 DEFINE MACHINE 1 number of inputs 1 for video 14 2 number of outputs 2 for audio 3 number of setups 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 gro
45. tart 7DTGAUD 1 gt 1 O1 AUD 2 gt 2 701400 33 COM v me v Figure 14 Flash Upgrade Process 6 Ifrequired disconnect the RS 232 rear panel port on the VP 4x4K unit from the Null modem adapter 9 Technical Specifications Table 5 includes the technical specifications Table 5 Technical Specifications of the VP 4x4K 4x4 UXGA Audio Matrix Switcher INPUTS 4 UXGA on 15 pin HD connectors 4 unbalanced audio stereo signals on 3 5mm mini plug connectors OUTPUTS 4 UXGA on 15 pin HD connectors 4 balanced audio stereo signals on 5 pin terminal block connectors MAX OUTPUT LEVEL VIDEO 2 2Vpp AUDIO gt 15Vpp BANDWIDTH 3dB VIDEO 400MHz AUDIO 19kHz DIFF GAIN 0 07 DIFF PHASE 0 03 Deg K FACTOR lt 0 05 S N RATIO VIDEO 73 5dB 5MHz AUDIO 76dB unweighted CROSSTALK all hostile VIDEO 48dB 5MHz AUDIO 54dB 1MHz CONTROLS Input output selector AFV VID AUD STO LOCK RCL TAKE DELAY MACH RS 485 RS 232 REMOTE IR COUPLING VIDEO DC AUDIO AC AUDIO THD NOISE 0 065 1kHz AUDIO 2nd HARMONIC 0 002 1kHz POWER SOURCE 100 240V AC 18VA max DIMENSIONS 19 inch W 7 inch D 1U H rack mountable WEIGHT 2 7kg 6 bs approx ACCESSORIES Power cord Null modem adapter Windows based control software 1 Specifications are subject to change without notice 27 Table of Hex C
46. tc Input or Output voLUME Audio parameter in Kramer units precede minus sign for negative values increase current value decrease current value Machine info commands Command Syntax Response Time settings commands require admin authorization Read in outs count INFO IO INFO IO IN NPUTS COUNT OUT OUTPUTS COUNT Read max presets INFO PRST INFO PRST VID PRESET VIDEO COUNT AUD count PRESET AUDIO COUNT Reset FACTORY FACTORY RESULT configuration to factory default Identification commands Command Syntax Response Protocol Handshaking CR OK CRLF Read device model MODEL MODEL Read device serial number SN SN SERIAL NUMBEH Read device firmware VERSION VERSION VAJOR MINOR BUILD REVISION version Set machine name NAME VACHINE RESULT Read machine name NAME NAME VACHINE Reset machine name to NAME RST NAME RST WACHINE FACTORY NAME factory default RESULT Note machine name not equal to model name This name relevance for site viewer identification of specific machine or for network using with DNS feature on IMACHINE_NAME Up to 14 Alfa Numeric chars Machine factory name Model name l
47. ting Your Audio Matrix Switcher 7 4 Setting the Machine Number The MACH machine number determines the position of a VP 4x4K unit when cascading units To set the MACH do the following 1 Press the front panel buttons RCL and TAKE simultaneously to access the MACH mode The 7 segment display shows the current machine number 2 Use the and front panel buttons to set the machine number as required To confirm and exit the MACH mode press either the AUD VID AFV buttons If not confirmed this command times out after 20 seconds 7 5 Choosing the Audio Follow Video or Breakaway Option You can switch stereo audio signals in one of two ways either e Audio follow video AFV in which all operations and status indicators relate to both the video and the audio channels or e Breakaway in which video and audio channels switch independently If the audio differs from the video then the TAKE button flashes Also the audio outputs which will be changed will flash in the status 7 segment display Press the TAKE button to confirm the modification The audio will follow the video If not confirmed this command times out after 20 seconds and the 7 segment display shows the audio configuration 7 5 1 Setting the Audio Follow Video Option To set the Audio Follow Video AFV option 1 Pressthe AFV button The AFV button illuminates The audio will follow the video and the 7 segment display shows t
48. tions N U We I E N NNNNNNNNNNNWD FF RR eee e c gt Contents 10 Table of Hex Codes for Serial Communication 28 11 Kramer Protocol 29 11 1 Switching Protocols 29 11 1 1 Switching Protocols via the Front Panel Buttons 29 11 1 2 Switching Protocols via Protocol Commands 29 11 2 Kramer Protocol 3000 30 11 2 1 Protocol 3000 Syntax 30 11 2 2 Command Parts Details 31 11 3 Kramer Protocol 2000 37 Figures Figure 1 VP 4x4K 4x4 UXGA Audio Matrix Switcher 4 Figure 2 Connecting the VP Ax4K 4x4 UXGA Audio Matrix Switcher 9 Figure 3 Connecting the Balanced Stereo Audio Output 10 Figure 4 Connecting the Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output 10 Figure 5 Connecting a PC without using a Null modem Adapter 11 Figure 6 Control Configuration via RS 232 and RS 485 12 Figure 7 Local Area Connection Properties Window 14 Figure 8 Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties Window 14 Figure 9 Connect Screen 15 Figure 10 Device Properties Screen 16 Figure 11 VP 4x4K Dipswitches 17 Figure 12 SELECTOR Buttons 23 Figure 13 FlashLoader Window 26 Figure 14 Flash Upgrade Process 27 Tables Table 1 Front Panel VP Ax4K 4x4 UXGA Audio Matrix Switcher Features 5 Table 2 Rear Panel VP Ax4K 4x4 UXGA Audio Matrix Switcher Features 6 Table 3 Dipswitch Settings Default Setting 17 Table 4 STATUS 7 segment Display 18 Table 5 Technical Specifications of the 4 4 4x4 UXGA Aud
49. to output 4 V 2 gt 4 CRI VID 2 gt 4 OKCRLF Switch Video input 4 to output 2 in 6 VID 4 gt 2 6 VID 4 gt 2 OKCRLF machine number 6 Disconnect Video and Audio Output 4 AV 0 gt 4 CRI AV 0 gt 4 OK CRL Switch Video Input 3 to All Outputs V 3 cR VID 3 gt OK CRL Chaining Multiple AV 15 V 3 gt 4 2 gt 2 82 gt 1 0 gt 2 823 A 0 gt 1 V AV 1 gt OKCRLF commands Commands processing start after entering for each command after processing it First switch all Audio and video outputs from input 1 Then switch video input 3 to output 4 video input 2 to output 2 video input and disconnect video output 2 Then switch audio input 3 to output 2 Then disconnect audio output 1 Then get status of all links assume this is 4x4 matrix response will sent VID 1 gt 2 3 4 VID 82 gt 3 ERR CRLF AUD 0 gt 1 V 1 gt 1 022 123 3 gt 4 CRLF Signal Status commands Command Syntax Response Change signal status SIGNAL NPUT STA TUS Get signal status SIGNAL NPUT SIGNAL NPUT STATUS Parameters Description INPU T Input number for all STATUS Signal state
50. tory Reset Button Press to reset to the factory default definitions IP number 192 168 1 39 Mask 255 255 0 0 Gateway 0 0 0 0 UDP port 50000 TCP port 5000 Protocol 3000 commands All 8 Presets deleted All audio channels set to 0dB Machine name the last four digits of the machine s serial number DHCP disabled 24 RS 485 TERM Dipswitch DIP 1 is for RS 485 Termination DIP 2 is not used 25 RS 485 Terminal Block Port Pins B and A are for RS 485 Pin G Ground may be connected to the shield of the cable if desired 26 RS 232 9 pin D sub Connector Connects to the PC or the Remote Controller 27 Power Connector with Fuse AC connector enabling power supply to the unit 1 Turn the POWER switch OFF and then ON again while pressing the Factory Reset button The unit will power up and load its memory with the factory default definitions KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Installing the 4 4 in a Rack 5 Installing the VP 4x4K in a Rack This section describes what to do before installing in a rack and how to rack mount Before Installing in a Rack How to Rack Mount Before installing in a rack be sure that the environment is within the recommended range Operating temperature range 5 to 45 C 41 to 113 Operating humidity range 10 to 9096 RHL non condensing Storage temperature range 20 to 70 4 to 158 Storage humidity range 5 to
51. ue 4x4 matrix operation e Multimedia and presentation source and acceptor selection e Remote monitoring of computer activity in schools and businesses e Rental staging applications The package includes the following items VP 4x4K 4x4 UXGA Audio Matrix Switcher e Windows based Kramer control software e Device Properties Ethernet configuration software e Power cord and Null modem adapter e Infrared remote control transmitter including the required batteries and a separate user manual and 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 Switchers and Matrix Switchers 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 Products 2 Download the latest software from our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 3 We recommend that you use only the power cord that is supplied with this machine 4 Download up to date Kramer user manua
52. up 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 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 If 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 126dec would be
53. yntax Response Lock front panel LOCK FP LOCK MODE LOCK FP LOCK MODE RESULT Short form LCK LOCK MODE Get front panel locking state LOCK FP LOCK FP LOCK MODE Parameters Description LOCK MODE Front panel locking state or off to unlock front panel buttons 1 or on to lock front panel buttons Restart device RESET RESET OK Switch to protocol 2000 P2000 P2000 OK Protocol 2000 has command to switch back to ASCII protoco like protocol 3000 Audio parameters commands Command Syntax Response Set audio level in specific AUD LVL 5 CHANNEL VOLUME AUD LVL STAGB amplifier stage Short form ADL STAGE VOLUMB CHANNEL VOLUME RESULT Read audio volume level AUD LVL 5 CHANNEL AUD LVL STAGE Short form ADL 5 CHANNEL VOLUME Mute audio MUTE MUTE MODE MUTE RESULT Read audio mute state MUTE MUTE MUTE MODE 34 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Kramer Protocol Parameters Description STAGE In Out or Numeric value present audio processing stage For example 0 for Input level 1 for Pre Amplifier 2 for Amplifier Out e

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