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1. For delay times exceeding 127ms you need to send two commands eight bytes The first command includes the most significant bits e Byte 1 should be 63 7FH e Byte 2 should be 127 80H plus Most Significant bits of required delay e Byte 3 should be 127 80H e Byte 4 should be 127 80H plus machine number from 1 up to 15 The second command includes the less significant bits as described previously for command 22 Table 14 describes hex code examples for setting increased audio delay times Table 14 Hex Codes for Increasing the Audio Delay Time Delay Time for IN 1 Command msec 128 7F 80 81 81 l6 81 80 81 130 7F 80 81 81 l6 81 82 81 200 7F 80 81 81 l6 81 c8 81 680 7F 80 85 81 l6 81 A8 81 To increase for example the IN 1 audio delay time by 1msec the hex code would be 18 82 8 81 To decrease for example the IN 4 audio delay time by I msec the hex code would be 18 84 8D 81 1 According to instruction 63 in the protocol see section 12 wuwmboard de Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMB ARD Electronics amer Protoco 12 Kramer Protocol 2000 The VS 88HC is compatible with Kramer s Protocol 2000 version 0 48 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 T
2. 0 055 1kHz AUDIO 2 HARMONIC 0 008 1kHz S PDIF SAMPLE RATE Up to 192kHz RESOLUTION Up to 24 bits JITTER 1 5ns 50Hz to 100kHz without delay lt 3 5ns 50Hz to 100kHz with delay MAXIMUM DELAY TIME FOR CHANNEL 2 32kHz 999ms 44 1kHz 740ms 48kHz 680ms 96kHz 340ms DELAY RESOLUTION ims General CONTROLS Analog audio level 50dB to 48dB front panel buttons Ethernet RS 232 RS 485 IR remote control dipswitch address selector POWER SOURCE 100 264 VAC 50 60 Hz 14mA DIMENSIONS 19 inch W 7 inch D 3U H rack mountable WEIGHT 4 9kg 10 8lbs approx ACCESSORIES Power cord Null modem adapter Windows based Kramer control software Windows based Ethernet Configuration Manager and Virtual Serial Port Manager Infra red remote control transmitter OPTIONS External IR receiver unit 1 Specifications are subject to change without notice 2 Kramer P N 95 0103050 www tamboard de Tel 07131 91120 teumHTtomcairibeard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von HAMR QARD Elgeironics 11 Table of Hex Codes for Serial Communication Sections 11 1 and 11 2 contain the tables of hex codes for switching and setting the delay time respectively 11 1 Codes for Switching Table 11 lists the video Hex values for a single machine Self Address 1 Table 11 Hex Codes for Switching
3. 0 RESET VIDEO 0 0 1 1 SWITCH VIDEO Set equal to video input Set equal to video output which is 2 15 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 15 1 to delete 4 RECALL VIDEO STATUS Set as SETUP 0 2 3 15 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 OUTPUT status is reqd 7 VIS SOURCE Set as input when 0 No VIS immediate 2 5 17 18 OUTPUT byte 6 1 Input 1 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 SETTING 0 0 audio follow video 2 1 audio breakaway 1 0 FOLLOW mode 15 1 Normal mode 9 VIDEO AUDIO TYPE SETTING 0 for video 0 CV 4 SDI 2 1 YC 5 CV YC 2 YUV 6 VGA scaler 3 RGBS 7 DMI 1 for audio O0 0 Unbalanced audio O0 1 Balanced audio 1 0 Digital aud
4. Equal to input output 0 6 24 number whose video parameter is requested 30 LOCK FRONT PANEL 0 Panel unlocked 0 2 1 Panel locked 31 REQUEST WHETHER PANEL 0 0 16 IS LOCKED 3210 RESERVED 10 35 40 DIRECT MEMORY SAVE Memory address Data 20 42 AUDIO PARAMETER INPUT Bit 0 Gain 24 SETTINGS FOR 10 1 output 1 Bass INSTRUCTIONS 22 24 25 l1 Left 2 Treble 12 Right 3 Midrange 4 Mix On www amboard de Tel 07131 91120 te miame airitseard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMB ARD Electronics amer Protoco INSTRUCTION DEFINITION FOR SPECIFIC INSTRUCTION NOTE DESCRIPTION INPUT OUTPUT 43 VIDEO PARAMETER SETTINGS 1 Input 0 video gain 24 FOR INSTRUCTIONS 21 23 26 2 Output 1 contrast 2 brightness 3 colour 4 hue 5 H phase 6 V position 44 MEDIA CONTROL Set equal to switch Switch data number 45 REQUEST MEDIA CONTROL Set equal to switch 0 SETTINGS number 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 DATA Set as 0 oras SETUP 1 Take 22 3 2 Cancel 59 LOAD VIDEO DATA Set equal to video input Set equal to video output 22 23 0 di 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
5. machine busy 4 invalid input 5 valid input 17 RESERVED 3 10 18 RESET AUDIO 0 0 1 19 STORE AUDIO STATUS Set as SETUP 0 to store 2 3 1 to delete 20 RECALL AUDIO STATUS Set as SETUP 0 2 3 21 SET VIDEO PARAMETER Equal to input output Set as parameter value 2 11 24 number whose video parameter is to be set 0 all 22 SET AUDIO PARAMETER Equal to input output Set as parameter value 2 11 24 number whose parameter is to be set 0 all 23 INCREASE DECREASE VIDEO Equal to input output 0 increase video gain 24 PARAMETER number whose video 1 decrease video gain parameter is to be 2 increase contrast increased decreased 3 decrease contrast 0 all 4 increase brightness 5 decrease brightness 6 increase colour 7 decrease colour 8 increase hue 9 decrease hue 16 increase H phase 17 decrease H phase 18 increase V position 19 decrease V position 24 INCREASE DECREASE AUDIO Equal to input output 0 increase output 24 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 26 REQUEST VIDEO PARAMETER
6. protocol in an intranet or an extranet 4 Your VS 88HC 8x8 Home Entertainment Matrix Switcher Figure 1 and Table 2 define the VS 88HC 8x8 Home Entertainment Matrix Switcher front panel www camboard de Fax 07131 911203 Tel 07131 91120 Tce tHfo earmsoard de im Ve rtrieb von Your vs ssut AMBOARD Electronics OOO00000 EIL ITE E E TAKE Figure 1 VS 88HC 8x8 Home Entertainment Matrix Switcher Front Panel Tel 07131 911201 ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 i m Ve rtrie b VON our yim AMBOARD Electronics Table 2 Front Panel VS 88HC 8x8 Home Entertainment Matrix Switcher Features Feature Function 1 IR Receiver The red LED is illuminated when receiving signals from the infra red remote control transmitter 2 POWER Switch Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF 3 SELECTOR OUTPUT Select the output to which the input is switched from 1 to 8 4 Buttons INPUT Select the input to switch to the output from 1 to 8 5 TAKE Button Pressing TAKE toggles the mode between the Confirm mode and the At Once mode user confirmation per action is unnecessary When the TAKE button flashes in the confirm mode pressing it implements pending actions 6 STATUS 7 segment Displays the selected video INPUT switched to the OUTPUT marked above Display each input 7 LOCK Button Disengages enga
7. 2 When in the Confirm mode the TAKE button flashes 3 Also displays the audio sample rate the delay time and so on Refer to section 8 1 4 For example press STO and then the OUTPUT button 3 to store in setup 3 5 When in AFV mode 6 When in audio breakaway mode either the AUDIO or the VIDEO button is illuminated and the AFV button is OFF 7 Insert a screwdriver into the hole and carefully rotate it to trim the level 8 For example press ALL and then input button 2 to connect INPUT 2 to all the outputs www ecamboard de Tel 07131 9117 07131 911203 im Ve rtrieb von Your vs ssut AMBOARD Electronics Figure 2 VS 88HC 8x8 Home Entertainment Matrix Switcher Rear Panel Tel 07131 911201 ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 i m Ve rtrie b VON our S AMBOARD Electronics Table 3 Rear Panel VS 88HC 8x8 Home Entertainment Matrix Switcher Features Feature Function 1 S PDIF Connect to the digital audio source from INPUT 1 to 8 2 v Y RCA Connectors 3 2 S oe ROA Connect to the component Y U Cb Pb V Cr Pr video source 2 INPUT 1 to INPUT 8 4 V Cr Pr RCA Connectors 5 S PDIF Connect to the digital audio acceptor from OUTPUT 1 to 8 6 P YRCA Connectors 2 k S oe C
8. Video Channels via RS 232 RS 485 OUT 1 OUT2 OUT3 OUT4 OUT5 OUT6 OUT7 OUT8 IN1 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 0 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 IN 2 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 0 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 IN 3 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 0 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 IN 4 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 0 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 IN 5 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 0 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 IN 6 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 0 86 86 86 86 86 86 86 86 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 IN 7 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 0 87 87 87 87 87 87 87 87 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 IN 8 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 0 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 Aboarase Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von tai GAMPOARD Electronics Table 12 lists the audio Hex values for a single machine Self Address 1 Table 12 Hex Codes for Switching Audio Channels via RS 232 RS 485 OUT 1 OUT 2 OUT3 OUT4 OUT5 OUT6 OUT7 OUT8 IN 1 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 IN 2 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 81 82 83
9. each device DO NOT push in the rear panel Flash Program FLASH PROG button see Table 3 and or the ETH PROG switch These are only used for upgrading to the latest Kramer firmware see section 9 2 Although in this example eight inputs are connected you can connect less inputs 3 Or alternatively a TOSLINK connector on channel 2 IN 4 Simultaneously you can also connect analog audio sources to the ANALOG AUDIO INPUTS LEFT and RIGHT RCA connectors The analog sources switch only to the analog outputs and the digital inputs switch only to the digital outputs including the optical input and output 5 When less than eight outputs are required connect only those outputs of the VS 88HC that are required and leave the other outputs unconnected 6 And or a TOSLINK connector on channel 2 OUT 7 For example an AV receiver or the audio connector of the plasma display 8 We recommend that you use only the power cord that is supplied with this machine wwwiilmboard de Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics necting the Plasma Display 8 Plasma Display 3 Figure 4 Connecting the VS 88HC 8x8 Home Entertainment Matrix Switcher www amboard de Tel 07131 91120 te mia meartseatrd de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics nnecting the 6 2 Connecting and switching the Audio Signals The digital audio inputs and outputs including the optical i
10. von CAMBOARD Electronics perating t 8 7 Locking the Front Panel To prevent changing the settings accidentally or tampering with the unit via the front panel buttons lock your VS 88HC Unlocking releases the protection mechanism To lock the VS 88HC e Press the LOCK button The LOCK button blinks After pressing the LOCK button a second time the front panel is locked Pressing any other buttons will have no effect To unlock the VS 88HC e Press the illuminated LOCK button The LOCK button blinks When pressing it a second time the LOCK button no longer illuminates and the front panel unlocks 1 Nevertheless even though the front panel is locked you can still operate via Ethernet RS 232 and RS 485 as well as via the Kramer IR Remote Control Transmitter www 2tamboard de Tel 07131 91120 teetfot26amitseard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD emory Upgr Electronics ade 9 Flash Memory Upgrade The VS 88HC lets you upgrade both microcontrollers e The Switcher Microcontroller see section 9 1 e The Ethernet Microcontroller see section 9 2 9 1 Switcher Flash Memory Upgrade The VS 88HC 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 9 1 1 e Connecting the PC to the RS 232 port see section 9 1 2 e Upgrading Firmware see section 9 1 3 9 1 1 Downloading
11. 00 to the PIN on the RS 485 rear panel port of the VS 88HC unit 3 Ifshielded twisted pair cable is used the shield may be connected to the Ground PIN on one of the units for example on the RC 3000 To cascade up to eight individual VS 88HC units via RS 485 as illustrated in Figure 8 do the following 1 Connect the component video sources and acceptors as well as the appropriate digital audio sources and acceptors as section 6 1 describes 2 Connect the RS 485 terminal block port on the first VS 88HC unit to the RS 485 port on the second VS 88HC unit and so on connecting all the RS 485 ports 7 2 1 Set the Dipswitches Set the dipswitches as section 6 3 describes e Assign a unique self address from 1 to 8 for each VS 88HC unit according to Table 6 e Set DIP 4 ON on the VS 88HC unit located at the end of the line terminating the RS 485 line at 120Q Set DIP 4 OFF on the other VS 88HC units 1 In any order wwwiimboard de Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics Machine 1 1234 RS 485 Term DIP OFF Machine 2 1234 RS 485 Term DIP OFF Machine 8 1234 RS 485 Term DIP ON Figure 8 Cascading Individual Units in a Control Configuration via RS 485 www amboard de Tel 07131 91120 te miameairitveard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOA ARD Electronics 7 3 Controlling the V
12. 02 3 The standard specification for ETHERNET that is maintained by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers IEEE Dynamic Host Allows 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 Computers sharing a common communications line or wireless link which often share a Protocol Internet Protocol TCP IP LAN server within a defined geographic area Media Access A computer s unique hardware number or address in a LAN or other network On an Control MAC Ethernet LAN the MAC address is identical to the Ethernet address 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
13. 84 85 86 87 88 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 IN 3 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 IN4 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 IN5 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 IN6 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 86 86 86 86 86 86 86 86 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 IN7 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 87 87 87 87 87 87 87 87 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 IN 8 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 11 2 Hex Codes for Setting the Audio Delay Time To set the audio delay time use command 22 set audio parameter in the following way e Byte 1 should be 22 16H e Byte 2 should be 128 80H plus input Channel number from 1 to 8 e Byte 3 should be 128 80H plus delay value in milliseconds from to 127 e Byte 4 should be 128 80H plus machine number from 1 to 15 www eamboard de Tel 07131 91120 teetfo 26amitseard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von ran ote MB QARD Elgeirenics Table 13 describes several examples for the hex codes used to set the delay time Table 13 Hex Codes for Setting the Audio Delay Time Delay Time For Command msec 0 1 16 81 80 81 5 IN2 6 82 85 81 64 IN3 6 83 84 81 127 IN4 6 84 FF 81
14. 9 wire flat cable to the RS 232 DB9 port on your PC To connect a PC to the VS 88HC 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 88HC unit as Figure 7 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 7 Connecting a PC without using a Null modem Adapter 1 Refer to the separate user manual Download it from our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 2 Or a master program remote control system such as the Kramer RC 3000 wwwleamboard de Tel 07131 91120eerfocpc6amtseard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics 7 2 Controlling via RS 485 You can control up to eight VS 88HC units via an RS 485 controller for example a PC equipped with an RS 485 interface or a Master Programmable Remote Control system such as the Kramer RC 3000 To connect an RC 3000 to a VS 88HC unit see Figure 8 connect the RS 485 terminal block port on the RC 3000 to the RS 485 port on the VS 88HC unit as follows 1 Connect the A PIN on the RS 485 rear panel port of the RC 3000 to the PIN on the RS 485 rear panel port of the VS 88HC unit 2 Connect the PIN on the RS 485 rear panel port of the RC 30
15. 96 0296 1 To set the delay time see section 8 6 wwwlimboard de Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics perating t 8 2 Choosing the Audio Follow Video or Breakaway Option You can switch the digital audio S PDIF signals and the analog audio signals in one of two ways either e Audio follow video 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 8 2 15 Setting the Audio Follow Video Option To set the audio follow video AFV option 1 Press button The AFV button illuminates The audio will follow the video 2 Press the TAKE button to confirm the modification reconfiguring the audio according to the video 8 2 2 Setting the Breakaway Option To set the breakaway option press either the AUDIO for audio control only or the VIDEO for video control only button e Ifthe AUDIO button illuminates all switching operations relate to the audio section e Ifthe VIDEO button illuminates all switching operations relate to the video section 8 3 Switching OUT IN Combinations To switch a video audio input to a video audio output do the following 1 Press an OUTPUT button from 1 to 8 or ALL The corresponding 7 segment display blinks 2 Press an INPUT button from 1 to 8 or OFF The selected input swi
16. C hex cites Bs Device BSB o Device SBV rc Serial Number Device SSB rr IV Verity Levelt T Set Special Bytes C Level2 Read Set Run Memory Verify Pass 1 9600 Figure 19 Atmel Flip Window Operation Completed 1 See also the blue progress indicator on the status bar 2 If an error message Not Finished shows click Run again wwwiilmboard de Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD emory Upgr Electronics ade 10 Close the Atmel Flip window 11 Disconnect the power on the VS 88HC 12 If required disconnect the RS 232 rear panel port on the VS 88HC unit from the Null modem adapter 13 Release the FLASH PROG button on the rear panel Table 3 14 Connect the power to the VS 88HC Upon initialization the new VS 88HC software version shows in the STATUS 7 segment Display 9 2 Ethernet Flash Memory Upgrade The VS 88HC firmware is located in FLASH memory which lets you upgrade to the latest Kramer firmware version in minutes The process involves e Downloading the upgrade package from the Internet e Connecting the PC to the RS 232 port e Upgrading the firmware 9 2 1 Downloading from the Internet You can download the up to date file from the Internet To do so 1 Go to our Web site at http www Kramerelectronics com and download the file SetKFRETH 1 xx zip from the t
17. DIF OUTPUT 21 the S PDIF INPUT 7 is switched to OUTPUT 8 and INPUT 8 is not connected The Matrix INPUT 1 OUTPUT 1 S PDIF The button is Audio Delay Line not illuminated INPUT 2 lt OUTPUT 2 e The button is illuminated TOSLINK TOSLINK INPUT 7 OUTPUT 7 INPUT8 OUTPUT 8 S PDIF S PDIF Figure 5 Connecting the VS S8HC Digital Audio Signals The INPUT 2 digital audio signal switched to OUTPUT 7 can be routed either via the INPUT 2 S PDIF connector or the IN OPTICAL AUDIO connector depending on the setup of the INPUT 2 button To select the e S PDIF connector press the button gently and make sure it does not illuminate e TOSlink connector press the INPUT 2 button for over 2 seconds the button illuminates and the signal is routed via the TOSlink connector 1 The digital audio signal on channel 2 is outputted simultaneously to the S PDIF and the TOSLINK OUTPUT 2 connectors www tamboard de Tel 07131 91120ee rfocpc6amtseard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics 6 3 Setting the Dipswitches Figure 6 and Table 5 define the factory default dipswitches Self Address RS 485 Term N Bess on 1234 Figure 6 Dipswitch Settings Table 5 Dipswitch Settings DIPS Function Description 1 2 3 Self Address Set the MACHINE see section 6 3 1 4 RS 485 Term ON for RS 485 Line
18. Modes 23 8 4 2 Confirming a Switching Action 23 8 5 Storing Recalling Input Output Configurations 24 8 5 1 Storing an Input Output Configuration 24 8 5 2 Recalling an Input Output Configuration 24 8 6 Setting and Adjusting the Audio Delay Time 25 8 7 Locking the Front Panel 26 9 Flash Memory Upgrade 27 9 1 Switcher Flash Memory Upgrade 27 9 1 1 Downloading from the Internet 27 wwwlsimboard de Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics 9 1 2 Connecting the PC to the RS 232 Port 9 1 3 Upgrading Firmware 9 2 Ethernet Flash Memory Upgrade 9 2 1 Downloading from the Internet 9 2 2 Connecting the PC to the RS 232 Port 9 2 3 Upgrading Firmware 10 Technical Specifications 11 Table of Hex Codes for Serial Communication 111 Codes for Switching 11 2 Codes for Setting the Audio Delay Time 12 Kramer Protocol 2000 Figures Figure 1 VS 88HC 8x8 Home Entertainment Matrix Switcher Front Panel Figure 2 VS 88HC 8x8 Home Entertainment Matrix Switcher Rear Panel Figure 3 VS 88HC Underside View Figure 4 Connecting the VS 88HC 8x8 Home Entertainment Matrix Switcher Figure 5 Connecting the VS 88HC Digital Audio Signals Figure 6 Dipswitch Settings Figure 7 Connecting a PC without using a Null modem Adapter Figure 8 Cascading Individual Units in a Control Configuration via RS 485 Figure 9 Local Area Connection Properties Window Figure 10 Internet Protocol TCP IP Prope
19. 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 Request third suffix 5 RS422 controller name 10 Request first prefix 6 RS422 controller 11 Request second prefix version 12 Request third prefix 7 remote control name 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 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 i
20. S 88HC via the ETHERNET Port You can connect the VS 88HC via the Ethernet using a crossover cable see section 7 3 1 for direct connection to the PC or a straight through cable see section 7 3 2 for connection via a network hub or network router 7 3 1 Connecting the ETHERNET Port directly to a PC Crossover Cable You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS 88HC 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 VS 88HC 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 9 Local Area Connection Properties x General Connect using 85 IBM Netfinity 10 100 Ethemet Adapter Components checked are used by this connection M Bil Client for Microsoft Networks File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks Internet Protocol TCP IP Install Uninstall Properties Description Transmission Control Protocol Intemet Protocol The default wide area network protocol that provides communication across diverse int
21. TBXC5121 Comm OFF Figure 15 Device Selection Window 5 Click OK and select Load Hex from the File menu wwwiilmboard de Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD emory Upgr Electronics ade Atmel Flip 1 8 8 Buffer Device Settings Help Load HEX Save HEX As Bead Configuration File F4 Save Configuration Size Kbytes Blank FF Range 0000 FBFF Checksum FBO400 Offset 0000 No Reset Before Loading BREE x HEX File Serial Number OFF Figure 16 Loading the Hex 6 The Open File window opens Select the correct HEX file that contains the updated version of the firmware for VS 88HC for example 88M_VIp2 hex and click Open 7 Press the keyboard shortcut key F3 or select the Communication RS232 command from the Settings menu or press the keys Alt SCR The RS232 window appears Change the COM port according to the configuration of your computer and select the 9600 baud rate RS232 of x Li Port COM2 agam Baud 9600 4 Manual Sync Connect Disconnect syne Cancel Figure 17 RS 232 Window 8 Click Connect In the Atmel Flip window in the Operations Flow column the Run button is active and the name of the chip appears as the name of the third column ATS9C5IRD2 www amboard de
22. Tel 07131 91120tee rfocpc6amtseard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics Verify that in the Buffer Information column the File VS88HC hex appears Atmel Flip 1 8 8 MEE Fie Buffer Device Settings Help aJs zm e Operations Flow Buffer Information Size 63 Kbytes see Blank Mm 7 Erase Range 0000 1408 aie Checksum Deve a Offset 0000 Device ld 3 Jr V Blank Check No Reset Before Loading Hardware Byte 8 ootioaderver 24 HEX File VS88HC hex a poe tus Device BSB oo T Device SBV rc Serial Number Device SSB Fr uos Level C Levelt I Set Special Bytes A MEL Read Set Run File gt Load COM1 9600 Figure 18 Atmel Flip Window Connected 9 Click Run After each stage of the operation is completed the check box for that stage becomes colored green When the operation is completed all 4 check boxes will be colored green and the status bar message Memory Verify Pass appears Atmel Flip 1 8 8 icx Buffer Device Settings AS eoe e e Flow Buffer Information 89 51802 Hu Menufact Id Blank FF Erase Range 0000 1408 2S Checksum O8FDF1 pausa ii Offset 0000 Device ld 3 FF I Blank Check ERE Here Hardware Byte 18 Bootloader Ver 24 HEX File VS88H
23. Termination with 120Q OFF for no RS 485 Line Termination 6 3 1 Setting the Self Address To control a unit via RS 232 or RS 485 each unit has to be identified via its unique Self Address Set the Self Address on a VS 88HC unit via dipswitches 1 2 and 3 according to Table 6 Table 6 Self Address Dipswitch Settings Self DIPSWITCH Address 1 2 3 OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF ON OFF ON OFF OFF ON ON ON OFF OFF ON OFF ON ON ON OFF ON ON ON J NISJA A o rm When connecting more than one VS 88HC unit set a different self address on each unit You do not have to number the units in the sequence order in which they connect to the PC but it is essential that each unit is assigned a unique machine number 1 When using a single unit set the unit to Self Address 1 wwwiilmboard de Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics 7 Controlling the VS 88HC You can control the VS 88HC via e RS 232 see section 7 1 e RS 485 see section 7 2 e The Ethernet see section 7 3 e The IR remote control transmitter 7 1 Controlling via RS 232 for example using a PC To connect a PC to the VS 88HC unit using the Null modem adapter provided with the machine recommended e Connect the RS 232 DB9 rear panel port on the Master VS 88HC unit to the Null modem adapter and connect the Null modem adapter with a
24. d de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics LIMITED WARRANTY Kramer Electronics hereafter Kramer warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms HOW LONGIS 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 WHAT IS COVERED AND WHATIS NOT COVERED Except as below this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product The following are not covered by the warranty 1 Any product which is not distributed by Kramer or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer If you are uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the Web site www kramerelectronics com 2 Anyproduct on which the serial number has been defaced modified or removed 3 Damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from i Accident misuse abuse neglect fire water lightning or other acts of nature ii Product modification or 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 accessori
25. e 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 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 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 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 progra
26. e tfo Camttseard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics For the latest information on our products and list of Kramer distributors visit our Web site www kramerelectronics com where updates to this user manual may be found We welcome your questions comments and feedback Safety Warning Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening servicing Caution 001 ey x IQC Institute of O Quality amp Control amp Q x 9d Quality 9 Kramer Electronics Ltd Web site www kramerelectronics com E mail info 9 kramerel com www camboard de T ly 4 9029 k 201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203
27. echnical support section 2 Extract the file SetrKFRETHI1 xx zip package which includes the KFR Programmer application setup and s 9 firmware file to a folder for example C Program File K FR Upgrade 3 Install the KFR Programmer Application 1 Upgrade should be carried out by skilled technical personnel Failure to upgrade correctly will result in the malfunction of the machine 2 File names are liable to change from time to time www e amboard de Tel 07131 91120 teetHfo 2Camttseard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD emory Upgr Electronics ade 9 2 2 Connecting the PC to the RS 232 Port Before installing the latest Kramer Ethernet firmware version on the VS 88HC do the following 1 Connect the RS 232 DB9 port COM 1 on the VS 88HC to a Null modem adapter and connect the Null modem adapter with a 9 wire flat cable to the RS 232 DB9 COM port on your PC 2 Pushin the ETH PROG button located on the machine rear side 3 Connect the power on your machine 9 2 3 Upgrading Firmware Follow these steps to upgrade the firmware 1 Double click the KFR Programmer desktop icon The KFR Programmer window appears see Figure 20 o xl COM PORT C CoM1 C COM2 Send C COM3 Stop Figure 20 The KFR Programmer Window Select the required COM Port Press the File button to select the s 9 firmware file included in the package Press the Send button to download the file The Send b
28. erconnected networks Show icon in taskbar when connected OK Cancel Figure 9 Local Area Connection Properties Window wwwiilmboard de Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics 6 Select Use the following IP address and fill in the details as shown in Figure 10 7 Click OK 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 2 Subnet mask EE 255 255 0 Default gateway 2 Obtain DNS server address automatically Use the following DNS server addresses 3 Preferred DNS server Altemate DNS server Advanced Cancel Figure 10 Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties Window 7 3 2 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub Straight Through Cable You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS 88HC to the Ethernet port on a network hub or network router via a straight through cable with RJ 45 connectors 7 3 3 Configuring the Ethernet Port After connecting the Ethernet port you have to install and configure it For detailed instructions on how to install and configure your Ethernet port see the Ethernet Configuration FC 11 guide pdf on our Web site htt
29. es 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 in any mailing a contact name company address and a description of the problem s 3 For the name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center consult your authorized dealer LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES All implied warranties including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular 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 notbe liable for 1 Damage to other property caused by defects in this product damages based upon inconvenience loss of use of the product lo
30. f 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 TM ER Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics amer Frotoco 4B 80 81 85 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 cod
31. from OUTPUT 1 to 8 21 Q S RIGHT Connect to the right audio acceptor from OUTPUT 1 to 8 22 2 INPUTS LEFT Connect to the left audio source 23 RIGHT Connect to the right audio source 1 Optional Can be used instead of the front panel built in IR receiver to remotely control the VS 88HC only if the internal IR connection cable has been installed 2 First disconnect the power cord and then connect it again while pressing the ETH Factory Reset button The unit will power up and load its memory with the factory default definitions 3 Using a screwdriver if required wwwtcamboard de Tel 07131 91120 te miame airitveard de Fax 07131 911203 im Ve rtrieb VO our VS AMBOARD Elect strc CONICS The VS 88HC underside is defined in Figure 3 and Table 4 INPUT AUDIO LEVELS Figure 3 VS 88HC Underside View Table 4 VS 88HC 8x8 Underside Features Feature Function INPUT AUDIO LEVELS Trimmers Turn to adjust the RIGHT and or the LEFT input signal levels from 1 to 8 4 1 Using the IR Transmitter You can use the RC IR2 IR transmitter to control the machine via the built in IR receiver on the front panel or instead via an optional external IR receiver The external IR receiver can be located 15 meters away from the machine This distance can be extended to up to 60 meters when used with three extension cables Before using the external IR receiver be sure to arrange for your Krame
32. from the Internet You can download the up to date file from the Internet To do so 1 Goto our Web site at www kramerelectronics com and download the file VSSSHC zip from the Technical Support section 2 Extract the file FLIP_VS88HC zip to a folder for example C Program Files Kramer Flash 3 Create a shortcut on your desktop to the file FLIP EXE 9 1 2 Connecting the PC to the RS 232 Port Before installing the latest Kramer firmware version on a VS 88HC unit do the following 1 Connect the RS 232 DB9 rear panel port according to section 7 1 2 Push the rear panel FLASH PROG button to Program using a small screwdriver 3 Switch the unit ON Note this sequence is critical first push the FLASH PROG button and then turn on the unit 1 Upgrade should be carried out by skilled technical personnel Failure to upgrade correctly will result in the malfunction of the machine 2 The files indicated in this section are given as an example only File names are liable to change from time to time 3 Item 19 in Table 3 wwwlimboard de Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics 9 1 3 Upgrading Firmware Follow these steps to upgrade the firmware 1 Double click the desktop icon Shortcut to FLIP EXE The Splash screen appears as follows AIMEL FLexible Programmer wi uae Figu
33. ges the front panel switches 8 DELAY Button Press to toggle the output 2 DELAY feature between On activates the delay Set sets the delay time and Off turns off the delay see section 8 6 9 STO Button Pressing STO followed by an output button stores the current setting when adjusting the audio delay press to increase the delay time 10 RCL Button Pressing the RCL button and the corresponding OUTPUT key recalls a setup from the non volatile memory when adjusting the audio delay press to decrease the delay time 11 AFV Button When illuminated 5 the subsequent actions relate to the video and audio channels The audio channels follow the video channels Press to toggle 12 AUDIO Button When illuminated the subsequent actions relate to audio Press to toggle 13 VIDEO Button When illuminated the subsequent actions relate to video Press to toggle 14 ANALOG AUDIO Turn to adjust the output signal levels from 1 to 8 OUTPUT LEVEL Trimmers 15 OFF Button An OFF OUTPUT combination disconnects that output from the inputs an OFF ALL combination disconnects all the outputs 16 ALL Button Pressing ALL followed by an INPUT button connects that input to all outputs Figure 2 and Table 3 define the VS 88HC 8x8 Home Entertainment Matrix Switcher rear panel 1 The digital audio inputs are switched only to digital audio outputs and the analog audio inputs are switched only to analog audio outputs
34. he default data rate is 9600 baud with no parity 8 data bits and 1 stop bit Table 15 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 l6 15 14 13 12 11 10 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 2nd byte OUTPUT 1 06 05 04 2 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 1 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 code
35. im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics Kramer Electronics Ltd l KRAMER USER MANUAL Model VS 88HC 6x8 Home Entertainment Matrix Switcher www camboard de Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics Contents 1 Introduction 1 2 Getting Started 1 2 1 Quick Start 1 3 Overview 3 3 1 Terminology Used in this User Manual 4 4 Your VS 88HC 8x8 Home Entertainment Matrix Switcher 4 4 1 Using the IR Transmitter 9 5 Installing the VS 88HC on a Rack 10 6 Connecting the VS 88HC 11 6 1 Connecting the VS 88HC Rear Panel 11 6 2 Connecting and switching the Audio Signals 13 6 2 1 Digital Audio Input Output Switching 14 6 3 Setting the Dipswitches 15 6 3 1 Setting the Self Address 15 7 Controlling the VS 88HC 16 7 1 Controlling via RS 232 for example using PC 16 7 2 Controlling via RS 485 17 7 2 Set the Dipswitches 17 7 3 Controlling the VS 88HC via the ETHERNET Port 19 7 3 1 Connecting the ETHERNET Port directly to a PC Crossover Cable 19 7 3 2 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub Straight Through Cable 20 7 3 3 Configuring the Ethernet Port 20 8 Operating the VS 88HC 21 8 1 Displaying Unit Characteristics 21 8 2 Choosing the Audio Follow Video or Breakaway Option 22 8 2 1 Setting the Audio Follow Video Option 22 8 2 2 Setting the Breakaway Option 22 8 3 Switching OUT IN Combinations 22 8 4 Confirming Settings 23 8 4 1 Toggling between the At Once and Confirm
36. inates Actions now require user confirmation and the TAKE button illuminates 2 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 illuminates 8 4 2 Confirming a Switching Action To confirm a switching action in the Confirm mode do the following 1 Press an OUT IN combination The corresponding 7 segment display blinks The TAKE button also blinks 2 Press the blinking TAKE button to confirm the action 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 wuwmboard de Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBC OARD Flectronics 8 5 Storing Recalling Input Output Configurations You can store and recall up to 16 input output configurations using the eight OUTPUT buttons and the eight INPUT buttons as Figure 11 illustrates SELECTOR 2090090 Figure 11 Storing and Recalling using the Input Output Buttons 8 5 1 Storing an Input Output Configuration To store the current status in memory do the following 1 Press the STO button The STO button blinks 2 Press one of the 16 INPUT OUTPUT buttons Press the blinking TAKE button to confirm the action The memory stores the data at that reference 8 5 2 Recalling an Input Ou
37. io O1 1 Analog audio 04 0 O3 0 O2 0 Mono O4 0 O3 0 02 1 Stereo 2 for VGA and DVI 1 640X480 2 800X600 3 1024X768 10 REQUEST VIS SETTING Set as SETUP or 0 VIS source 3 4 6 7 set to 126 or 127 to 1 Input or output of source request if machine has 2 Vertical sync freq Hz this function 11 REQUEST BREAKAWAY Set as SETUP or 0 Request audio breakaway 3 4 6 15 SETTING set to 126 or 127 to setting request if machine has 1 Request FOLLOW setting this function 12 REQUEST VIDEO AUDIO Set as SETUP or 0 for video 3 4 6 TYPE SETTING set to 126 or 127 to 1 for audio request if machine has 2 for VGA this function 13 SET HIGHEST MACHINE 0 for video Set equal to highest machine 2 ADDRESS 1 for audio address 14 REQUEST HIGHEST MACHINE 0 for video 0 4 ADDRESS 1 for audio 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 ww board de Fax 07131 911203 Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de im Vertrieb von CAMB ARD Electronics amer Protoco INSTRUCTION DEFINITION FOR SPECIFIC INSTRUCTION NOTE DESCRIPTION INPUT OUTPUT 16 ERROR BUSY For invalid valid input i e O error 9 25 OUTPUT byte 4 or 1 invalid instruction OUTPUT byte 5 2 out of range this byte is set as the input 3
38. ital audio delay line on OUTPUT 2 which corrects lip sync errors so that the audio delay will match the video delay e DC coupled video inputs and outputs e Audio follow video and breakaway options as well as input and output analog audio level control e Storing and recalling of 16 setups e A TAKE button for precise switch control e ALOCK button to prevent tampering with the front panel e A 7 segment display showing the status Control the VS 88HC using the front panel buttons or remotely via RS 232 and RS 485 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system PC or other serial controller e Kramer infra red remote control transmitter e The ETHERNET e An external remote IR Receiver optional 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 that may adversely influence signal quality and position your Kramer VS 88HC away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust wwwlsimboard de Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 i m Ve rtrie b VON our e AMBOARD Electronics 3 1 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 8
39. mmed 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 parameter 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 reply is the decimal value of the INPUT and OUTPUT For example for a 2216 the reply to the request to send the audio machine name would be HEX codes 7D 96 90 81 i e 128dec 22dec for 2nd byte and 128dec 16dec for 3rd byte If the request for identification is sent with the INPUT set as 3 or 4 the appropriate machine 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 128dec 3dec for 2nd byte 128dec 5dec for 3rd byte If the OUTPUT is set as 1 then the ASCII coding of the lettering following the machine s name is sent For example fo
40. mperature 2 Place the ears of the machine 2 Once rack mounted enough air will still flow around the against the rack rails and insert the machine proper screws not provided through each of the four holes in the rack 3 The machine is placed straight in the correct horizontal ears position Note that 4 You do not overload the circuit s When connecting the machine to the supply circuit overloading the In some models the front panel circuits might have a detrimental effect on overcurrent may feature built in rack ears protection and supply wiring Refer to the appropriate e Detachable rack ears can be removed nameplate ratings for information For example for for desktop use Pores see the value printed on the product e Always mount the machine in the rack before you attach any cables or 5 The machine is earthed grounded in a reliable way connect the machine to the power and is connected only to an electricity socket with e If you are using a Kramer rack adapter grounding Pay particular attention to supply kit for a machine that is not 19 see connections other than direct connections to the the Rack Adapters user manual for branch circuit for example the use of power strips installation instructions you can and that you use only the power cord that is supplied download it at with the machine http Avww kramerelectronics com www amboard de Tel 07131 91120 te miame airitveard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb vo
41. n CAMBOARD Electronics nnecting the 6 Connecting the VS 88HC This section describes how to connect the VS 88HC In particular how to e Connect the VS 88HC rear panel see section 6 1 e Connect the audio signals see section 6 2 e Set the dipswitches see section 6 3 6 1 Connecting the VS 88HC Rear Panel To connect the VS 88HC as the example in Figure 4 illustrates do the following 1 Connect up to eight component video sources for example eight DVD players to the three INPUT RCA connectors Y U Cb Pb and V Cr Pr from INPUT 1 to INPUT 8 and connect the corresponding digital audio sources to the S PDIF RCA connectors see section 6 2 2 Connect the eight sets of three OUTPUT RCA connectors Y U Cb Pb and V Cr Pr from OUTPUT 1 to OUTPUT 8 to up to eight video acceptors for example eight plasma displays and connect the corresponding S PDIF RCA and or ANALOG AUDIO OUTPUTS LEFT and RIGHT RCA connectors to the eight digital and or analog audio acceptors respectively see section 6 2 3 Set the dipswitches see section 6 3 If required connect a PC and or controller to the RS 232 port see section 7 1 and or the RS 485 port see section 7 2 and or the ETHERNET port see section 7 3 5 Connect the power cord not shown in Figure 4 1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VS 88HC After connecting your VS 88HC switch on its power and then switch on the power on
42. nput and output and the analog audio inputs and outputs switch separately There is no conversion between the analog and the digital formats In other words you can only switch a digital audio input to the digital audio outputs and similarly you can only switch an analog audio input to the analog audio outputs but when switching audio signals the analog and digital signals switch simultaneously For example when switching INPUT to OUTPUT 7 the analog INPUT 1 is switched to the analog OUTPUT 7 and simultaneously the digital INPUT 1 is switched to the digital OUTPUT 7 The VS 88HC 8x8 Home Entertainment Matrix Switcher inputs and outputs audio signals in the following formats e Eight ANALOG AUDIO LEFT and RIGHT inputs that can be outputted to eight ANALOG AUDIO LEFT and RIGHT outputs on RCA connectors from INPUT 1 to INPUT 8 and from OUTPUT 1 to OUTPUT 8 respectively e Eight S PDIF inputs that can be outputted to eight S PDIF outputs on RCA connectors from INPUT 1 to INPUT 8 and from OUTPUT 1 to OUTPUT 8 respectively e One TOSLINK input and one TOSLINK output for INPUT 2 and OUTPUT 2 digital audio only 1 In the AFV and AUDIO modes see section 8 2 wwwiilmboard de Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Flectronics nnectng the 6 2 1 Digital Audio Input Output Switching In the example illustrated in Figure 5 the S PDIF INPUT 1 source is switched to the S P
43. odes 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 127dec 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 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 To 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 wwwiilmboard de Tel 07131 911201ce info camboar
44. onnect to the component Y U Cb Pb V Cr Pr video acceptor 23 from OUTPUT 1 to 8 8 9 8 VCI Pr RCA Connectors 9 RS 232 DB 9F Port Connect to the PC or the Remote Controller via a null modem connection 10 RS 485 Terminal Block Port Pins B and A are for RS 485 Pin G may be connected to the shield if required 11 Setup Dipswitches Dipswitches for setup of the unit 1 2 and 3 are for setting the Self Address and 4 is for RS 485 termination 12 REMOTE IR 3 5mm Mini Jack Connect to an external IR receiver unit for controlling the machine via an IR remote controller instead of using the front panel IR receiver 13 Power Connector with Fuse AC connector enabling power supply to the unit 14 OPTIONAL OPTICAL OUT Connect to the digital audio acceptor 15 AUDIO ON CHAN 2 IN Connect to the digital audio source TOSLINK Connector 16 ETH Factory Reset Button Press to reset to factory default definitions IP number 192 168 1 39 Mask 255 255 255 0 Gateway 192 168 1 1 17 ETHERNET Connector Connects to the PC or other Serial Controller through computer networking LAN 18 ETH PROG Button Push in to upgrade ETH firmware see section 9 2 release for normal operation 19 FLASH PROG Button Push in for Program to upgrade the switcher microcontroller to the latest Kramer firmware see section 9 1 2 or release the factory default for normal operation 20 o OUTPUTS LEFT Connect to the left audio acceptor
45. p www kramerelectronics com www2eamboard de Tel 07131 91120 te miameairitseard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Flectronics 8 Operating the VS 88HC You can operate your VS 88HC via e The front panel buttons e RS 232 RS 485 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system PC or other serial controller e Infra red remote control transmitter This section describes e The 7 segment display e How to use the front panel buttons e How to set and adjust the audio delay time 8 1 Displaying Unit Characteristics Table 7 defines the information shown on the VS 88HC 7 segment display Table 7 7 segment Display Information Displayed Information When e The video and audio inputs switched During normal operation to the outputs for example input 2 is status switched to output 1 and output 3 OUTPUT 1 w 01286583 e The machine name immediately Immediately after switching on the power and when followed by the firmware version simultaneously pressing the three INPUT buttons 1 2 and 3 for 3 number 1 0 01 seconds STATUS IVS BBHC STATUS OUTPUT INPUT i e The audio and video setup to be When recalling a setup recalled after momentarily showing status the setup blinking 2128B65B3 The digital audio sampling rate in kHz When setting the audio delay time for example 96 and the delay time snes in milliseconds for example 296 OUTPUT 1 2 3 4 5
46. r dealer to insert an internal IR connection cable which is required so that the REMOTE IR 3 5mm connector can be used Connect the external IR receiver to the REMOTE IR 3 5mm connector 1 Insert a screwdriver into the hole and carefully rotate it to trim the level 2 P N 95 0104050 3 P N 95 0103050 4 P N 505 70434010 S Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von n amp AVBOARD Electronics 5 Installing the VS 88HC 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 A CAUTION 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 5 on each side and replace those screws through the ear brackets When installing on a 19 rack avoid hazards by taking care that 1 Itis located within the recommended environmental conditions as the operating ambient temperature of a closed or multi unit rack assembly may exceed the room ambient te
47. r the VS 7588YC the reply to the request to send the first suffix would be HEX codes 7D D9 C3 81 i e 128dec ASCII for Y 128dec ASCII for 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 bit 4th byte is set then the video commands have universal meaning For example instruction 1 SWITCH VIDEO 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 wwwt amboard de Tel 07131 91120tee r oqcpc6amtseard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMB ARD Electronics amer Protoco For example to set for 350ms blanking time 14 steps send HEX codes 07 8E 81 NOTE 18 Delayed execution allows swi
48. re 12 Splash Screen 2 After a few seconds the Splash screen is replaced by the Atmel Flip window Atmel Flip 1 8 8 MEE Buffer Device Settings m 28 lol el Ela amp Buffer Information No device selected Size 64 Kbytes Blank FF F Erase Range 0000 FFFF Checksum Offset 0000 F Blank Check No Reset Before Loading HEX File none FR Seiial Number ve AMEL mn Run Clear Device gt Select Figure 13 Atmel Flip Window 3 Press the keyboard shortcut key F2 or select the Select command from the Device menu or press the integrated circuit icon in the upper right corner of the window The Device Selection window appears www amboard de Tel 07131 91120 te miameairitveard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics emory Device Selection Device 89 5115 OK Figure 14 Device Selection Window 4 Click the button next to the name of the device and select from the list AT89C51RD2 Atmel Flip 1 8 8 Opera No device selected AT89C5115 8 5115 8 5131 AT89C5132 ATSICSIED2 ATBICSLICZ 8 51102 i ATB9CSIRBZ SerialNum atescsincz ATB9C51SND1 ATBXC5122 4 TB9C51AC2 Es T89C51CC01 T89C51CCO2 89 511 2 T89C51RB2 T89CS1RC2 T89C51RD2
49. rties Window Figure 11 Storing and Recalling using the Input Output Buttons Figure 12 Splash Screen Figure 13 Atmel Flip Window Figure 14 Device Selection Window Figure 15 Device Selection Window Figure 16 Loading the Hex Figure 17 RS 232 Window Figure 18 Atmel Flip Window Connected Figure 19 Atmel Flip Window Operation Completed Figure 20 The KFR Programmer Window 27 28 32 32 33 33 34 35 35 36 38 12 14 15 16 18 19 20 24 28 28 29 29 30 30 31 31 33 wwwicamboard de Tel 07131 91190 cevtHfoqpeantissard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics Tables Table 1 Terminology Used in this User Manual 4 Table 2 Front Panel VS 88HC 8x8 Home Entertainment Matrix Switcher Features 6 Table 3 Rear Panel VS 88HC 8x8 Home Entertainment Matrix Switcher Features 8 Table 4 VS 88HC 8x8 Underside Features 9 Table 5 Dipswitch Settings 15 Table 6 Self Address Dipswitch Settings 15 Table 7 7 segment Display Information 21 Table 8 Maximum Delay Time according to Sampling Rate 25 Table 9 DELAY Button Response 25 Table 10 Technical Specifications of the VS 88HC 34 Table 11 Hex Codes for Switching Video Channels via RS 232 RS 485 35 Table 12 Hex Codes for Switching Audio Channels via RS 232 RS 485 36 Table 13 Hex Codes for Setting the Audio Delay Time 37 Table 14 Hex Codes for Increasing the Audio Delay Time 37 Table 15 Protocol Definitions 38 Table 16 In
50. s 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 7 Defined as 1 Bit 5 Don t care OVR Machine number override 0 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 M4 MO 1 and make sure that the machine itself is configured as MACHINE NUMBER 1 1 You can download our user friendly Software for Calculating Hex Codes for Protocol 2000 from our Web site http www kramerelectronics com wwwetamboard de Tel 07131 91120 teetfo 2Camttseard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMB amer Protoco ARD Electronics Table 16 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
51. se the delay time respectively 3 Once the delay time is set press the DELAY button again to accept the delay time value The DELAY button illuminates and the 7 segment display goes back to displaying the inputs switched to the outputs The maximal delay time is set according to the input sampling rate as described in Table 8 Table 8 Maximum Delay Time according to Sampling Rate Sampling Rate Maximum Delay Time kHz msec 32 999 44 740 48 680 96 340 To cancel the delay time press the DELAY button once again The DELAY button light turns off To reset the delay time to 0 zero press and hold the DELAY button for a few seconds Table 9 summarizes the way the DELAY button responds Table 9 DELAY Button Response When the DELAY button Then Blinks You can view the sampling rate and the delay time value or adjust the delay time Illuminates OUTPUT 2 audio delay is on Is not illuminated OUTPUT 2 audio delay is off Is pressed for a few seconds Delay time resets to 0 zero 1 Press and hold the STO or RCL buttons for a faster increase or decrease of the audio delay time respectively 2 The sampling rate is specified by the source signal and cannot be changed by the switcher The switcher automatically adjusts the maximum delay time value according to the sampling rate wwwiilmboard de Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb
52. ss of time commercial loss or 2 Any other damages whether incidental consequential or otherwise Some countries may not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from place to place NOTE All products returned to Kramer for service must have prior approval This may be obtained from your dealer This equipment has been tested to determine compliance with the requirements of EN 50081 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic emission standard Part 1 Residential commercial and light industry EN 50082 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic immunity standard Part 1 Residential commercial and light industry environment CFR 47 FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15 Radio frequency devices Subpart B Unintentional radiators CAUTION BO 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 Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine BO Please userecommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components wwwitamboard de Tel 07131 91120 te
53. struction Codes for Protocol 2000 39 wwwiilmboard de Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics ction 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 VS 88HC 8x8 Home Entertainment Matrix Switcher which is ideal for the following typical applications e Professional audio video studios e Home cinema DVD applications The package includes the following items e VS 88HC 8x8 Home Entertainment Matrix Switcher e Power cord and Null modem adapter e Windows based Kramer control software e WindowsQ based Ethernet Configuration Manager and Virtual Serial Port Manager e Infra red remote control transmitter including the required battery and a separate user manual 3 e This user manual 2 Getting Started We recommend that you e Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment e Review the contents of this user manual e Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables 2 1 Quick Start This quick s
54. tart 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 Download up to date Kramer user manuals from our Web site http www kramerelectronics com 4 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com wwwlsimboard de Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 tarted im Vertrieb von CAMBO RD Electronics Step 1 Mount the machine see section 5 Mount the machine in a rack or stick the 4 rubber feet to the underside Connect the Connect the video video and audio 4936 Connect the and audio f outpute audio to the inputs 7 29 optical Input T and or output Plasma Display 1 Connect to a remote IK Receiver unit DVD Player 1 AV Receiver Step 3 Connect the control port see section 7 If required connect an RS 232 Control Fort an RS 485 port and or the ETHERNET Step 4 Turn the power ON Step 5 Set the machine see sections 7 and 8 III III II Use the SELECTOR b
55. tches to the selected output For example press the ALL button and then the INPUT button 3 to connect input 3 to all the outputs 1 Audio and video connections are the same 2 If the audio input output status does not correspond to the video input output status the 7 segment display shows the audio status the audio button illuminates and the take button blinks The machine enters the Confirm mode www eamboard de Tel 07131 91120 teetHfo 2Camttseard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics perating t 8 4 Confirming Settings You can choose to work in the At Once or the Confirm mode In the At Once mode TAKE button is not illuminated e Pressing an OUT IN combination implements the switch immediately e You save time as execution is immediate and actions require no user confirmation e No protection is offered to correct an erroneous action In the Confirm mode TAKE button is lit e You can key in an action and then confirm it by pressing the TAKE button e Every action requires user confirmation protecting against erroneous switching e Execution is delayed until the user confirms the action by pressing the TAKE button 8 4 1 Toggling between the At Once and Confirm Modes To toggle from the At Once to the Confirm mode do the following 1 Press the TAKE button to toggle between the At Once mode in which the TAKE button is not lit and the Confirm mode in which the TAKE button illum
56. tching after a delay dictated by RS 232 To do this the user sends instruction 7 with the Set for delayed switch option 64dec 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 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 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 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 681dec 2A9hex 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 10013dec 271Dhex first send HEX c
57. tput Configuration To recall an input output configuration do the following 1 Press the RCL button The RCL button blinks 2 Press the appropriate INPUT OUTPUT button the button corresponding to the setup That setup configuration will blink in the Audio and Video 7 segment display and the TAKE button and will only be implemented after pressing the TAKE button The memory recalls the stored data from that reference Tip If you cannot remember which of the 16 input output configurations is the one that you want set the VS 88HC to the Confirm mode and manually scan all the input output configurations until you locate it 1 The 16 input output configurations or setups also include the relevant audio follow video breakaway option definition www tamboard de Tel 07131 91120 te4mniamearnseatrd de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics perating t 8 6 Setting and Adjusting the Audio Delay Time You can adjust the S PDIF audio delay time for OUTPUT 2 to correct lip sync errors so that the audio delay will match the video delay The delay time can be set and stored separately for each input channel To set or adjust the audio delay do the following Pressthe DELAY button on the front panel The DELAY button blinks the 7 segment display shows the sampling rate in kHz and the delay time in milliseconds 2 Press the STO and RCL buttons to increase or decrea
58. utton lights red Wait until downloading is completed and the red Send button turns off Disconnect the power on the VS 88HC Release the ETH PROG button located on the machine rear panel 99 nu FY rm Connect the power on your machine 1 To which the VS 88HC is connected on your PC wwwiilmboard de Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMB Electro nics 10 Technical Specifications Table 10 includes the technical specifications Table 10 Technical Specifications of the VS 88HC Video Components INPUTS 8 sets of component video Y Pb Cb Pr Cr 1Vpp 0 7Vpp 0 7Vpp 750 on RCA connectors OUTPUTS 8 sets of component video Y Pb Cb Pr Cr 1Vpp 0 7Vpp 0 7Vpp 750 on RCA connectors MAX OUTPUT LEVEL 2 8Vpp RESOLUTION Up to 1080 fully loaded DIFF GAIN 0 1196 DIFF PHASE 0 82 Deg K FACTOR 0 0596 S N RATIO 75 5dB 95MHz CROSSTALK all hostile 49 5dB 5MHz COUPLING DC Audio Components INPUTS 8 S PDIF digital audio on RCA connectors 1 TOSLINK optical 8 audio stereo 5Vpp 150Q on RCA connectors OUTPUTS 8 S PDIF digital audio on RCA connectors 1 TOSLINK optical 8 audio stereo 5Vpp 150Q on RCA connectors MAX OUTPUT LEVEL 21Vpp BANDWIDTH gt 100kHz S N RATIO 83dB CROSSTALK all hostile 79dB 20MHz COUPLING Input AC output AC AUDIO THD NOISE
59. uttons to switch the Read the STATUS on the 7 segment Sette Inputs to the outpute dieplay dlpewitches oe 1 Connect a Disconnect Press TAKE VIDEO Switching relates LOCK the Store STO and recall selected input anoutput 9 confirm to the video signal front panel RCL actions to ALL the actions AUDIO Switching relates buttons or set the audio DELAY outputs to the audio signal time AFV Audio follows video when switching Step 6 Operate the machine Operate via the front panel buttons IR remote control RS 485 RS 232 and ETHERNET www camboard de Tel 07131 91190 ce tHfoqpeantissard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics 3 Overview The Kramer VS 88HC is a matrix switcher designed for high quality home entertainment It is a true 8x8 matrix switcher for HDTV compatible component video Y Pb Cb Pr Cr digital audio S PDIF and analog unbalanced stereo audio signals letting you simultaneously route any of the eight inputs to any or all of the eight outputs The component video S PDIF and analog audio signals are on RCA connectors The S PDIF INPUT OUTPUT 2 is also available on optical TOSlink input output connectors The VS 88HC features e resolution of up to 1080p fully loaded e An audio channel sampling rate of up to 192kHz including multi channel audio suitable for multi channel applications like AC3 e Abuilt in dig

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