Kramer Electronics Switch VS-42H User's Manual
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1. 0 1920x1080i at 60Hz 16 9 1920x1080 74 250 1920 2008 2052 2200 1080 1084 1094 1124 interlace hsync vsync 1920x1080i at 50Hz 16 9 1920x1080 74 250 1920 2448 2492 2640 1080 1084 1094 1124 interlace hsync vsync 720x576p at 50Hz 4 3 720x576 27 000 720 732 796 864 576 581 586 625 hsync vsync 720x480p at 60Hz 4 3 720x480 27 000 720 736 798 858 480 489 495 525 hsync vsync 640x480p at 60Hz 4 3 640x480 25 180 640 648 744 800 480 482 484 525 hsync vsync CE video identifiers VICs timing formats supported 640 x 480p 720 x 480p 1280 x 720p 1920 x 1080i 720 x 480i 1440 x 480p 1920 x 1080p 720 x 576pat 1280 x 720pat 1920 x 1080i at 2880 x 576iat 1920 x 1080p at at 60Hz Default 4 3 1 1 at 60Hz EDTV 4 3 8 9 at 60Hz HDTV 16 9 1 1 at 60Hz HDTV 16 9 1 1 at 60Hz Doublescan 4 3 8 9 at 60Hz DVD 4 3 4 9 at 60Hz HDTV 16 9 1 1 50Hz EDTV 4 3 16 15 50Hz HDTV 16 9 1 1 50Hz HDTV 16 9 1 1 50Hz Console 4 3 2 15 20 15 50Hz HDTV 16 9 1 1 NB NTSC refresh rate Hz 1000 1001 CE audio data formats supported LPCM 2 channel 16 20 24 bit depths at 32 44 48 kHz CE speaker allocation data Channel configuration Front left right Front LFE Front center Rear left right Rear center Front left right center Rear left right center Rear LFE 2 0 Yes No No No No No No No CE vendor specific data VSDB IEEE registration number C2. 13 1 3 Digital DVI Undefined RGB color 700 x 390 mm 31 5 in Not supported 1 CEA EXT Not supported Non sRGB 2 20 Rx 0 640 Ry 0 341 Gx 0 286 Gy 0 610 Bx 0 146 By 0 069 Wx 0 284 Wy 0 293 None 30 91kHz 55 85Hz 160MHz Not supported Supported None Yes 1280x720p at 60Hz 16 9 4280x720 74 250 1280 1390 1430 1650 720 725 730 750 hsync vsync 720x480p at 60Hz 16 9 720x480 27 000 720 736 798 858 480 489 495 525 hsync vsync 720 x 400p at 70Hz IBM VGA 640 x 480p at 60Hz IBM VGA 640 x 480p at 67Hz Apple Mac II 640 x 480p at 72Hz VESA 640 x 480p at 75Hz VESA 800 x 600p at 56Hz VESA 800 x 600p at 60Hz VESA 800 x 600p at 72Hz VESA 800 x 600p at 75Hz VESA 832 x 624p at 75Hz Apple Mac II 1024 x 768p at 60Hz VESA 1024 x 768p at 70Hz VESA 1024 x 768p at 75Hz VESA 1280 x 1024p at 75Hz VESA 1600 x1200p at 60Hz VESA STD 1280 x 960p at 85Hz VESA STD 1360 x 765p at 85Hz VESA STD 1024 x 768p at 85Hz VESA STD 800 x 600p at 85Hz VESA STD 640 x 480p at 85Hz VESA STD 16 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY EDID Factory Default Data EIA CEA 861 Information Revision number IT underscan Basic audio YCbCr 4 4 4 YCbCr 4 2 2 Native formats Detailed timing 1 Modeline Detailed timing 2 Modeline Detailed timing 3 Modeline Detailed timing 4 Modeline Detailed timing 5 Modeline 3 Not supported Supported Not supported Not supported
3. COMPLIANCE WITH Supports HDMI and HDCP AUDIO FORMAT Supports digital Dolby up to 5 1 channels RESOLUTION Up to UXGA 1080p POWER SOURCE 100 264V AC 50 60Hz 10VA CONTROLS Front panel buttons infrared remote control transmitter RS 232 Ethernet DIMENSIONS 19 x 7 x TU W D H rack mountable WEIGHT 2 5kg 5 5lbs approx ACCESSORIES Power cord rack ears IR remote control Null modem adapter OPTIONS Kramer HDMI cables 1 Specifications are subject to change without notice 2 Set the EDID to support the audio format 3 For best results use Kramer cables such as the C HM HM series the C HM DM series and or our HDMI over fiber optics C FOHM FOHM series 15 EDID Factory Default Data 9 EDID Factory Default Data Monitor Model name Manufacturer Plug and Play ID Serial number Manufacture date EDID revision Input signal type Color bit depth Display type Screen size Power management Extension blocs DDC CI Color characteristics Default color space Display gamma Red chromaticity Green chromaticity Blue chromaticity White point default Additional descriptors Timing characteristics Horizontal scan range Vertical scan range Video bandwidth CVT standard GTF standard Additional descriptors Preferred timing Native preferred timing Modeline Detailed timing 1 Modeline Standard timings supported VS 42HDMI KRM KRM3535 N A 2006 ISO week
4. 4 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 18 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Kramer Protocol 2000 Table 6 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 1 SWITCH VIDEO Set equal to video input which is to Set equal to video output which is 2 15 be switched to be switched 0 disconnect 0 to all the outputs 3 STORE VIDEO Set as SETUP 0 to store 2 3 15 STATUS 1 to delete 4 RECALL VIDEO Set as SETUP 0 2 3 15 STATUS 30 LOCK FRONT PANEL 0 Panel unlocked 0 2 1 Panel locked NOTES on the above table 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 g
5. EC physical address Supports Al ACP ISRC Supports 48bpp Supports 36bpp Supports 30bpp Supports YCbCr 4 4 4 Supports dual link DVI Maximum TMDS clock Report information Date generated Software revision Data source Operating system 0x000C03 1 0 0 0 No No No No No No 165MHz 20 02 2011 2 52 0 857 Real time 0x0031 5 1 2600 2 Service Pack 3 17 Kramer Protocol 2000 10 Kramer Protocol 2000 The VS 42H is compatible with Kramer s Protocol 2000 version 0 50 below This RS 232 RS 485 communication protocol uses four bytes of information as defined below For RS 232 a null modem connection between the machine and controller is used The default data rate is 9600 baud with no parity 8 data bits and 1 stop bit Table 5 Protocol Definitions MSB LSB DESTNATION INSTRUCTION 0 D N5 N4 N3 N2 N1 NO 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 Ist byte INPUT 1 l6 15 14 13 12 M 10 T 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 2nd byte OUTPUT 1 O06 O5 04 03 02 01 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 I 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 machin
6. EDID is acquired at once for all the inputs according to the status of the selector buttons To acquire or change the EDID of a new output display 1 Connect the required acceptor to the output from which you want to acquire the EDID Connect the power supply Press the EDID button and hold it for 3 seconds Four input buttons blink For each input select the output from which it will acquire the EDID For example to copy the EDID of output 2 to input 3 press the INPUT SELECTOR button 3 on the TO OUTPUT 2 line Press the LOCK button The INPUT buttons blink in sequence until the EDID is acquired To acquire the EDID of both outputs 1 2 3 Connect the required acceptors to the outputs Connect the power supply Press the EDID button and hold it for 3 seconds The selected input buttons blink For each input select both outputs For example to copy the EDID of output 1 and output 2 to input 3 press the INPUT SELECTOR button 3 on the TO OUTPUT 1 line and on the TO OUTPUT 2 line 1 The four buttons that switch to the output from which you are acquiring the EDID 2 The EDID acquired is a weighted average of the connected outputs For example if displays with different resolutions are connected to the outputs the acquired EDID supports both resolutions as well as other parameters included in the EDID 3 The four buttons that switch to the output from which you are acquiring the EDID Operating th
7. Kramer Electronics Ltd USER MANUAL Model VS 42H 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher Contents Contents 1 Introduction 2 Getting Started 2 1 Quick Start 3 Overview 3 1 Defining EDID 3 2 About HDMI 3 3 Recommendations for Best Performance 3 4 Terminology Used in this User Manual 4 Your VS 42H 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher 5 Installing the VS 42H in a Rack 6 Connecting a VS 42H 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher 7 Operating the VS 42H 7 1 Acquiring the EDID 42 Storing and Recalling a Setting 7 3 Connecting a PC 7 4 Controlling via ETHERNET 7 4 1 Connecting the ETHERNET Port directly to a PC Crossover Cable 7 4 2 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub Straight Through Cable 7 4 3 Control Configuration via the Ethernet Port 8 Technical Specifications 9 EDID Factory Default Data 10 Kramer Protocol 2000 Figures Figure 1 VS 42H 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher Figure 2 Connecting a VS 42H 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher Figure 3 Local Area Connection Properties Window Figure 4 Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties Window Tables Table 1 Terminology Used in this User Manual Table 2 VS 42H 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher Front Panel Features Table 3 VS 42H 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher Rear Panel Features Table 4 Technical Specifications of the VS 42H Table 5 Protocol Definitions Table 6 Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 O 00 Un AN BWW NHN 10 14 14 tA 18 19 Introduction 1 Introduction Welcom
8. OUT 2 HDMI connectors to up to two HDMI acceptors for example LCD displays with built in speakers 3 Ifrequired connect a PC and or controller to the RS 232 port see section 7 3 and or the ETHERNET port see section 7 4 4 Connectthe power connector to the mains electricity not shown in Figure 2 5 Ifrequired acquire the EDID see section 7 1 Press an INPUT SELECTOR button two sets of buttons from 1 to 4 to choose which HDMI input to route to the outputs 1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VS 42H After connecting your VS 42H switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device 2 You do not have to connect all the HDMI sources 3 You do not have to connect both outputs 4 TO OUTPUT and TO OUTPUT 2 K i KRAMER Connecting a VS 42H 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher with Built in Speakers 2 LCD TV with Built in Speakers 1 T DVD Player 4 Figure 2 Connecting a VS 42H 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher 10 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating the VS 42H 7 Operating the VS 42H This section describes how to Acquire the EDID see section 7 1 Store and recall a setting see section 7 2 Control the machine via RS 232 see section 7 3 Control the machine via the ETHERNET port see section 7 4 7 1 Acquiring the EDID You can acquire the EDID from OUT 1 and or OUT 2 and copy it to any of the four inputs or reset to the default EDID The
9. ROUP 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 Downloadable from our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 3 Download up to date Kramer user manuals from our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 4 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com l Getting Started 2 1 Quick Start This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps Step 1 Mount the machine see section 5 Mount the machine in a rack or stick the 4 rubber feet to the underside If required connect a PC or a controller via R5 252 or the ETHERNET to control the V5 42H Step 3 Turn the power ON Step 4 Set the machine see section 7 ACQUIRE THE EDID STORE AND RECALL A SETUP O Connect the output to acquire the To Store EDID 1 Set the machine to the desired setting C Disconnect the output to set to the 2 Press the STO button default EDID The STO button is illuminated and the selected inputs blink 5 Press the STO button again to store the current set
10. THERNET 3 4 Defining EDID The Extended Display Identification Data EDID is a data structure provided by a display to describe its capabilities to an HDMI source The EDID enables the VS 42H to know what kind of monitor is connected to the output The EDID includes the manufacturer s name the product type the timing data supported by the display the display size luminance data and for digital displays only the pixel mapping data 1 Suitable for resolutions up to UXGA at 60Hz and for all HD resolutions 2 From INPUT to INPUT 4 TO OUTPUT 1 and from INPUT 1 to OUTPUT 4 TO OUTPUT 2 3 Defined by a standard published by the Video Electronics Standards Association VESA Overview 3 2 About HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface HDMI is an uncompressed all digital audio video interface widely supported in the entertainment and home cinema industry It delivers the highest high definition image and sound quality Note that Kramer Electronics Limited is an HDMI Adopter and an HDCP Licensee In particular HDMI Provides a simple interface between any audio video source such as a set top box DVD player or A V receiver and video monitor such as a digital flat LCD plasma television DTV over a single lengthy4 cable Supports standard enhanced high definition video and multi channel digital audio5 on a single cable Transmits all ATSC HDTV standards and supports 8 channel digital audio with b
11. UT SELECTOR TO OUTPUT 2 Press an INPUT SELECTOR button to select an input Buttons from 1 to 4 to switch to output 2 4 TO OUTPUT 1 Press an INPUT SELECTOR button to select an input from 1 to 4 to switch to output 1 5 OFF Buttons TO OUTPUT 1 Press to toggle disconnecting output 1 6 TO OUTPUT 2 Press to toggle disconnecting output 2 7 EDID Button Press to acquire the EDID 8 STO Button Press to store an input setting 9 RCL Button Press to recall an input setting 10 LOCK Button Press to toggle disengaging the front panel buttons and to acquire the EDID see section 7 1 Table 3 VS 42H 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher Rear Panel Features Feature Function 11 IN HDMI Connectors Connect to the HDMI sources from 1 to 4 12 OUT 1 HDMI Connector Connect to the HDMI acceptor 1 13 OUT 2 HDMI Connector Connect to the HDMI acceptor 2 14 RS 232 9 pin D sub Port Connects to the PC or the Remote Controller 15 ETHERNET Connector Connects to the PC or other Ethernet Controller 16 RESET Button Press the ETHERNET factory reset button to reset to the factory default definitions IP number 192 168 1 39 Mask 255 255 255 0 Gateway 192 168 1 1 17 Power Connector with Fuse AC connector enabling power supply to the unit 1 Illuminates when configuring the EDID 2 Via a null modem connection 3 First disconnect the power cord and then connect it again
12. aced 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 Removal or installation of the product vi Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect vii Cartons equipment enclosures cables or accessories used in conjunction with the product WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR AND WHAT WE WILL NOT PAY FOR We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items We will not pay for the following 1 Removalor 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 mailin
13. andwidth to spare to accommodate future enhancements and requirements Benefits consumers by providing superior uncompressed digital video quality via a single cable6 and user friendly connector Is backward compatible with DVI Digital Visual Interface Supports CEC two way communication between the video source such as a DVD player and the digital television enabling new functionality such as automatic configuration and one button play HDMI has the capacity to support existing high definition video formats 720p 10801 and 1080p 2K and 4K standard definition formats such as NTSC or PAL as well as 480p and 576 1 Ensuring an all digital rendering of video without the losses associated with analog interfaces and their unnecessary digital to analog conversions 2 HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI licensing LLC 3 With video and multi channel audio combined into a single cable the cost complexity and confusion of multiple cables currently used in A V systems is reduced 4 HDMI technology has been designed to use standard copper cable construction at up to 15m 5 HDMI supports multiple audio formats from standard stereo to multi channel surround sound HDMI has the capacity to support Dolby 5 1 audio and high resolution audio formats 6 HDMI provides the quality and functionality of a digital interface while also supporting uncompressed video form
14. ats in a simple cost effective manner KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Your VS 42H 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher 3 3 Recommendations for Best Performance To achieve the best performance e Connect only good quality connection cables thus avoiding interference deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching and elevated noise levels often associated with low quality cables e Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances and position your VS 42H away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust 3 4 Terminology Used in this User Manual Table 1 defines some terms that are used in this user manual Table 1 Terminology Used in this User Manual Term Definition 802 3 The standard specification for ETHERNET that is maintained by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers IEEE Dynamic Host Allows 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 c
15. e VS 42H 5 Press the LOCK button The INPUT buttons blink in sequence until the EDID is acquired To reset to the default EDID disconnect the outputs and repeat the above steps 7 2 Storing and Recalling a Setting You can use the STO and RCL buttons to store the current setup and then recall it To store a setting 1 Set the machine to the desired setting For example press INPUT SELECTOR button 3 on the TO OUTPUT 1 line and INPUT SELECTOR button 1 on the TO OUTPUT 2 line 2 Press the STO button The STO button is illuminated and the selected inputs blink 3 Press the STO button again to store the current setup The STO button no longer illuminates and the current setting is stored in the machine s non volatile memory To recall a setup 1 Press the RCL button The RCL button illuminates as well as the current setting input buttons and the input buttons of the stored setup blink 2 Press the RCL button once again to recall the stored setting 1 INPUT SELECTOR button 3 on the TO OUTPUT 1 line and INPUT SELECTOR button 1 on the TO OUTPUT 2 line 2 You have to press the STO button within 10 seconds before the store operation times out 12 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating the VS 42H 7 3 7 4 7 4 1 Connecting a PC You can connect to the unit via a crossed RS 232 connection using for example a PC A crossed cable or null modem 1s required as shown in method A and B resp
16. e s keyboard then these bits are set with the INSTRUCTION NO which was performed The instruction codes are defined according to the table below INSTRUCTION NO is the value to be set for N5 N0 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 Bit 7 Defined as 1 Bit 5 Don t care OVR Machine number override M4 M0 MACHINE NUMBER Used to address machines in a system via their machine numbers When several machines are controlled from a single serial port they are usually configured together with each machine having an individual machine number If the OVR bit is set then all machine numbers will accept implement the command and the addressed machine will reply For a single machine controlled via the serial port always set M
17. e 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 Thank you for purchasing your Kramer VS 42H 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher This product is ideal for conference room presentations and advertising applications as well as for rental and staging Note that the Kramer VM 42H is identical to the VM 42HDMI just the name has changed replacing the suffix HDMI by H according to the HDMI Guideline Each package includes the following items e VS 42H 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher e Power cord rack ears and null modem adapter e Windows based Kramer control software and Windows based Ethernet Configuration Manager and Virtual Serial Port Manager e Kramer RC IR3 Infrared Remote Control Transmitter including the required batteries and a separate user manual 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 1 G
18. ectively If a shielded cable is used connect the shield to pin 5 Method A Connect the RS 232 9 pin D sub port on the unit via a crossed cable pin 2 to pin 3 pin 3 to pin 2 and pin 5 to pin 5 to the RS 232 9 pin D sub port on the PC Note There is no need to connect any other pins Hardware flow control 1s not required for this unit In the rare case where a controller requires hardware flow control you should short pin to 7 and 8 and pin 4 to 6 on the controller side Method B Connect the RS 232 9 pin D sub port on the unit via a straight flat cable to the null modem adapter and connect the null modem adapter to the RS 232 9 pin D sub port on the PC The straight cable usually contains all nine wires for a full connection of the D sub connector Because the null modem adapter which already includes the flow control jumpering described in Method A above only requires pins 2 3 and 5 to be connected you are free to decide whether to connect only these 3 pins or all 9 pins modem gt PC Controlling via ETHERNET You can connect the VS 42H via the Ethernet using a crossover cable see section 7 4 1 for direct connection to the PC or a straight through cable see section 7 4 2 for connection via a network hub or network router Connecting the ETHERNET Port directly to a PC Crossover Cable You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS 42H to the Ethernet port on your PC via a crossover cable with RJ 45 connect
19. g a contact name company address and a description of the problem s 3 Forthe name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center consult your authorized dealer LIMITATION OFIMPLIED WARRANTIES All implied warranties including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to the length of this warranty EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES The liability of Kramer for any effective products is limited to the repair or replacement of the product at our option Kramer shall not be liable for 1 Damage to other property caused by defects in this product damages based upon inconvenience loss of use of the product loss of time commercial loss or 2 Any other damages whether incidental consequential or otherwise Some countries may not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from place to place NOTE All products returned to Kramer for service must have prior approval This may be obtained from your dealer This equipment has been tested to determine compliance with the requirements of EN 50081 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic emission standard Part 1 Residential commercial and light industry EN 50082 Electromagnetic c
20. ompatibility 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 WP 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 WP Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine WP Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components FCC andCE approved using STP cable for twisted pair products 20 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY K 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 Kramer Electronics Ltd Web site www kramerelectronics com E mail info kramerel com P N 2900 000679 REV 3
21. onnected to an IP network must have a unique IP address This address is used to reference the specific unit Local Area Network LAN Computers sharing a common communications line or wireless link which often share a server within a defined geographic area Media Access Control MAC A computer s unique hardware number or address in a LAN or other network On an Ethernet LAN the MAC address is identical to the Ethernet address Protocol Internet Protocol TCP IP Address Transmission The basic communication language or protocol of the Internet that breaks the message Control into appropriately sized packets for the network and can be used as a communications protocol in an intranet or an extranet 4 Your VS 42H 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher Figure 1 illustrates the front and rear panels of the VS 42H Table 2 and Table 3 define the front and rear panels of the VS 42H respectively Your VS 42H 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher TO OUTPUT 1 TO OUTPUT 2 ETHERNET Figure 1 VS 42H 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Your VS 42H 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher Table 2 VS 42H 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher Front Panel Features Feature Function 1 IR Receiver The red LED lights when receiving signals from the Infra red remote control transmitter 2 POWER Switch Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF 3 INP
22. ors This type of connection is recommended for identification of the factory default IP Address of the VS 42H during the initial configuration 1 After connecting the Ethernet port you have to install and configure your Ethernet Port For detailed instructions see the Ethernet Configuration FC 11 guide pdf file in the technical support section on our Web site http www kramerelectronics com 13 Operating the VS 42H 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 3 x General Connect using HD TBM Netfniy 107100 Ethemet Adapter Components checked are used by this connection ivi I8 Client for Microsoft Networks V JB File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks ivi TCP IP Install Uninstall Properties Description Transmission Control Protocol Intemet Protocol The default wide area network protocol that provides communication across diverse interconnected networks I Show icon in taskbar when connected OK Cancel Figure 3 Local Area Connection Properties Window 6 Select Use the following IP Address and fill in the details as sho
23. roup 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 15 When the OVR bit 4 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 19 LIMITED WARRANTY We warrantthis 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 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 us or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer If you are uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the Web site www kramerelectronics com 2 Any product on which the serial number has been def
24. t the rack ears overloading the circuits might have a detrimental Note effect on overcurrent protection and supply e In some models the front panel wiring Refer to the appropriate nameplate may feature built in rack ears ratings for information For example for fuse e Detachable rack ears can be replacement see the value printed on the removed for desktop use product label e Always mount the machine in the 5 The machine is earthed grounded in a rack before you attach any cables reliable way and is connected only to an or connect the machine to the electricity socket with grounding Pay particular power attention to situations where electricity is e Ifyou are using a Kramer rack supplied indirectly when the power cord is not adapter kit for a machine that is plugged directly into the socket in the wall for not 19 see the Rack Adapters example when using an extension cable ora user manual for installation power strip and that you use only the power instructions available from cord that is supplied with the machine http www kramerelectronics com 8 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting a VS 42H 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher 6 Connecting a VS 42H 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher To connect the VS 42H 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher as illustrated in the example in Figure 2 do the following 1 Connect up to four HDMI sources for example DVD players to the four IN HDMI connectors 2 Connect the OUT 1 and
25. up 1 Press the EDID button and hold for 3 seconds 2 For each input select the output from which it will acquire the EDID 3 Press the LOCK button To Recall 1 Press the RCL button The input buttons of the stored setting blink 2 Press the RCL button again to recall the stored setting Step 5 Operate the machine see section 7 Operate via the front panel buttons IR remote control R5 252 and ETHERNET 2 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Overview 3 Overview The VS 42H is a high quality 4x2 matrix switcher for HDMI signals In particular the VS 42H features Support of up to 1 65Gbps bandwidth per graphic channel Two sets of input selector buttons eight in total to switch to the outputs I EDIDPro Kramer Intelligent EDID Processing an intelligent EDID handling and processing algorithm that ensures Plug and Play operation for HDMI systems HDCP support High Definition Digital Content Protection Kramer reKlocking amp Equalization Technology that rebuilds the digital signal to travel longer distances A PANEL LOCK button to prevent unwanted tampering with the buttons on the front panel Installation in one vertical space of a standard 19 professional rack enclosure Control the VS 42H using the front panel buttons or remotely via RS 232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system PC or other serial controller The Kramer infrared remote control transmitter The E
26. while pressing the RESET button The unit will power up and load its memory with the factory default definitions Installing the VS 42H in a Rack 5 Installing the VS 42H in a Rack This section provides instructions for rack mounting the unit Before Installing in a Rack How to Rack Mount Before installing in a rack be sure that the To rack mount a machine environment is within the recommended range 1 Attach both ear brackets to the Operating temperature range 5 to 45 C 41 to 113 F machine To do so remove the Operating humidity range Oto 90 RHL non condensing screws from each side of the Storage temperature range 20 to 70 C 4 to 158 F machine 3 on each side and Storage humidity range 5 to 95 RHL non condensing replace those screws through the ear brackets Q CAUTION When installing on a 19 rack avoid hazards by taking care that 1 Itis located within the recommended environmental conditions as the operating ambient temperature of a closed or multi unit rack assembly may exceed the room ambient temperature 2 Once rack mounted enough air will still flow around the machine 3 The machine is placed straight in the correct horizontal position 2 Place the ears of the machine against the rack rails and insert the TE proper screws not provided 4 You do not overload the circuit s When through each of the four holes in connecting the machine to the supply circui
27. wn in Figure 4 7 Click OK internet Protocol TCP IP properties TE General You can get IP settings assigned automatically if your network supports this capability Otherwise you need to ask your network administrator for the appropriate IP settings C Obtain an IP address automatically Use the folowing IP address IP address 192 168 1 2 Subnet mask 255 255 0 Default gateway Obtain DNS server address automatically C Use the following DNS server addresses 3 Preferred DNS server I x dT Alternate DNS server eee Los cm Figure 4 Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties Window 14 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Technical Specifications 7 4 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub Straight Through Cable You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS 42H to the Ethernet port on a network hub or network router via a straight through cable with RJ 45 7 4 3 To control several units via the Ethernet connect the Mster unit via the Ethernet port to the LAN port of your PC Use your PC initially to configure Control Configuration via the Ethernet Port the settings see section 7 4 8 Technical Specifications Table 4 includes the technical specifications Table 4 Technical Specifications ofthe VS 42H HDMI STANDARD INPUTS 4 HDMI connectors OUTPUTS 2 HDMI connectors BANDWIDTH Supports up to 1 65Gbps bandwidth per graphic channel
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