Kramer Electronics VS-88DTP video switch
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1. What Kramer Electronics will not do Under This Limited Warranty If this product is returned to Kramer Electronics or the authorized dealer from which it was purchased or any other party authorized to repair Kramer Electronics products this product must be insured during shipment with the insurance and shipping charges prepaid by you If this product is returned uninsured you assume all risks of loss or damage during shipment Kramer Electronics will not be responsible for any costs related to the removal or re installation of this product from or into any installation Kramer Electronics will not be responsible for any costs related to any setting up this product any adjustment of user controls or any programming required for a specific installation of this product How to Obtain a Remedy under this Limited Warranty To obtain a remedy under this limited warranty you must contact either the authorized Kramer Electronics reseller from whom you purchased this product or the Kramer Electronics office nearest you For a list of authorized Kramer Electronics resellers and or Kramer Electronics authorized service providers please visit our web site at www kramerelectronics com or contact the Kramer Electronics office nearest you In order to pursue any remedy under this limited warranty you must possess an original dated receipt as proof of purchase from an authorized Kramer Electronics reseller If this product is returned under this limited warranty2. 3 Click OK A message appears showing that the settings have been successfully changed 4 Ifthe IP address was changed or you selected DHCP reload the Web page using the new name or IP address 8 Technical Specifications INPUTS 8 DVI not HDCP compliant 1 2Vpp on DVI Molex 24 pin female connectors DDC signal 5Vpp TTL OUTPUTS 8 DGKat twisted pair on R 45 connectors MAX DATA RATE 6 75Gbps 2 25Gbps per graphic channel COMPLIANCE WITH Supports DVI 1 1 STANDARDS MAX RESOLUTION Up to UXGA 1080p 1920 x 1200 SYSTEM RANGE Up to 30m 98ft at 1080p on shielded BC DGKat524 cable up to 70m 230ft at 1080p on shielded BC DGKat623 cable up to 90m 295ft at 1080p on shielded BC DGKat7a23 cable RS 232 RS 485 Ethernet OPERATING TEMPERATURE 0 to 40 C 32 to 104 F STORAGE TEMPERATURE 40 to 70 C 40 to 158 F HUMIDITY 10 to 90 RHL non condensing DIMENSIONS 19 x 7 x 1U W D H ACCESSORIES Power cord IR transmitter rack ears OPTIONS External remote IR receiver cable Specifications are subject to change without notice at http Awww kramerelectronics com VS 88DTP Technical Specifications 9 Default Communication Parameters EDID EDID data is passed between Output 1 and Input 1 RS 232 paas e oss oo Pane severe ne Example Output 1 to 0x01 0x81 0x81 Example Output 1 to AV 1 gt 1 lt CR gt Input 1 0x81 Input 1 Switching Protoc
3. After connecting the Ethernet port you have to install and configure your Ethernet Port For detailed instructions see the Configuration Guide in the technical support section on our Web site http www kramerelectronics com Connecting to the Ethernet Port Directly to a PC You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS 88DTP to the Ethernet port on your PC via a crossover cable with RJ 45 connectors This type of connection is recommended for identifying the VS 88DTP with the factory configured default IP address 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 Select the Internet Protocol TCP IP and click the Properties Button see Figure 7 Local Area Connection Properties General Advanced Connect using B9 Intel R PRO 100 VE Network Conne This connection uses the following items E Cient for Microsoft Networks File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks QoS Packet Scheduler MI 3 Intemet Protocol TCP IP ital Urinaal Description Transmission Control Protocol Intenet Protocol The default wide area network protocol that provides communication across diverse interconnected networks Show icon in notification area when connected Notify me when this
4. if the instruction is valid the switcher replies by sending to the PC the same four bytes that it was sent except for the first byte where the DESTINATION bit is set high NOTE 3 SETUP 0 is the present setting SETUP 1 and higher are the settings saved in the switcher s memory i e those used for Store and Recall NOTE 4 The reply to a REQUEST instruction is as follows the same instruction and INPUT codes as were sent are returned and the OUTPUT is assigned the value of the requested parameter The replies to instructions 10 and 11 are as per the definitions in instructions 7 and 8 respectively For example if the present status of machine number 5 is breakaway setting then the reply to the HEX code 0B 80 80 85 would be HEX codes 4B 80 81 85 S 88DTP Kramer Protocol NOTE 6 If INPUT is set to 127 for these instructions then if the function is defined on this machine it replies with OUTPUT 1 If the function is not defined then the machine replies with OUTPUT 0 or with an error invalid instruction code If the INPUT is set to 126 for these instructions then if possible the machine will return the current setting of this function even for the case that the function is not defined For example for a video switcher which always switches during the VIS of input 1 and its VIS setting cannot be programmed otherwise the reply to the HEX code 0A FE 80 81 i e request VIS setting with INPUT set as 126dec
5. operation and hold the OUT 1 and OUT 2 buttons for a few seconds The display shows 2000 To switch from protocol 2000 to protocol 3000 press and hold the OUT 1 and OUT 3 buttons for a few seconds The display shows 3000 14 2 Kramer Protocol 3000 This RS 232 RS 485 communication protocol lets you control the machine from any standard terminal software for example Windows HyperTerminal 14 2 1 Host Message Format Start Address optional l Body l Delimiter 14 2 1 1 Simple Command Start Command string with only one command without addressing l Body l Delimiter KE 14 2 1 2 Command String Formal syntax with commands concatenation and addressing Start Address l Delimiter Destination _id Command_1 Parameter1_1 Parameter1_2 Command_2 Parameter2_1 Parameter2_2 Command_3 Parameter3_1 Parameter3_2 14 2 2 Device Message Format Start Address optional Body delimiter 14 2 2 1 Device Long Response Echoing command Start Address optional Body Delimiter i Sender_id Command SP Param1 Param2 result ICR ILF ICR Carriage return ASCII 13 0x0D ILF Line feed ASCII 10 0x0A SP Space ASCH 32 0x20 14 2 3 Command Terms Command A sequence of ASCII letters A Z a z and Command and parameters must be separated by at least one space
6. 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 45 56kHz 86 83Hz 560MHz Not supported Not supported None Yes 1280x768p at 60Hz 4 3 4280x768 79 500 1280 1344 1472 1664 768 771 778 798 hsync vsync 1920x1200p at 60Hz 16 10 1920x1200 154 000 1920 1968 2000 2080 1200 1203 1209 1235 hsync vsync Standard timings supported 720 x 400p 720 x 400p 640 x 480p 640 x 480p 640 x 480p 640 x 480p 800 x 600p 800 x 600p 800 x 600p 800 x 600p 832 x 624p 024 x 768i 024 x 768p 024x768p 70Hz 024x768p 75Hz 280 x 1024p 75Hz 152x870p 75Hz 360 x765p 60Hz 280 x 800p 60Hz 440 x 900p 60Hz 280 x960p 60Hz 280 x 1024p 60Hz 400 x 1050p 60Hz 680 x 1050p 60Hz 600 x 1200p 60Hz 70Hz 88Hz 60Hz 67Hz 72Hz 75Hz 56Hz 60Hz 72Hz 75Hz 75Hz 87Hz 60Hz Default EDID IBM VGA IBM XGA2 IBM VGA Apple Mac II VESA VESA VESA VESA VESA VESA Apple Mac II IBM VESA VESA VESA VESA Apple Mac II VESA STD VESA STD VESA STD VESA STD VESA STD VESA STD VESA STD VESA STD Report Information Date generated 21 Jun 11 Software revision 2 53 0 861 Data source File Operating system 5 1 2600 2 Service Pack 3 Raw Data 00 FF FF FF FF FF FF 00 2E 4D 00 02 01 00 00 00 0C 10 01 03 81 46 27 78 0A D5 7C A3 57 49 9C 25 11 48 4B FF FF 80 8B C0 81 00 95 00 81 40 81 80 90 40 B3 00 A9 40 0E 1F 00 80 51 00 1E 30 40 80 37 00 6F 13 11 00 00 1E 28 3C 80 A0 70
7. Address bar of your browser If you are using DHCP you have to enter the name http 192 168 1 39 Nj Figure 11 Entering the IP Number in the Address Bar The Loading page appears Kramer Electronics Web Loading To view this page you must 2 Install JAVA Enable JAVA in your browser Enable JavaScript in your browser 2009 www kramerelectronics com Figure 12 The Loading Page The first time you run the Kramer applet the following security warning appears VS 88DTP Controlling the VS 88DTP Remotely via Ethernet Warning Security The application s digital signature cannot be verified Do you want to run the application Name K_Applet Publisher Kramer Electronics From http 192 168 1 39 Run Cancel The digital signature cannot be verified by a trusted source Only Mora Information run if you trust the origin of the application He Figure 13 First Time Security Warning 3 Click Run The main switching control page is displayed which shows a graphical representation of the front panel see Figure 14 There are two remote operation Web pages e Main switching matrix see Section 7 2 e Configuration see Section 7 3 Select a page by clicking on the relevant link on the left hand side of the window VS 88DTP Controlling the VS 88DTP Remotely via Ethernet Ee 7 2 The Main Switching Matrix Page KRAMER ELECTRONICS Ltd Kra
8. B0 23 40 30 20 36 00 06 44 21 00 00 1A 00 00 00 FC 00 56 53 2D 38 38 44 54 50 0A 20 20 20 20 00 00 00 FD 00 56 53 2D 38 38 44 54 50 0A 20 20 20 20 00 83 VS 88DTP Default EDID 11 Updating the VS 88DTP Firmware Instructions for upgrading the VS 88DTP firmware can be found at http www kramerelectronics com VS 88DTP Updating the VS 88DTP Firmware 12 ouT1 ouT2 RI RI RI DEJ V 3 gt 1 CR CR CR CRI CRI CRI CR AEA V 7 gt 1 CR V 7 gt 2 CR V 7 gt 3 CR V 7 gt 4 V 7 gt 5 V 7 gt 6 V 7 gt 7 CR DEJ v 8 gt 1 CR v 8 gt 2 CR v 8 gt 3 CR V 8 gt 7 CR CR Table of ASCII Codes for Serial Communication Protocol 3000 The following table lists the ASCII video signal codes that switch an input to an output for a single VS 88DTP machine in Protocol 3000 For more detailed information see Section 14 2 our3 our4 outs oure our7 ouT8 O CR v 3 gt 2 ER v 3 gt 3 CR v 3 gt 4 CR v 3 gt 5 CR v 3 gt 6 CR v 3 gt 7 V 3 gt 8 CR VS 88DTP Table of ASCII Codes for Serial Communicat on Protocol 3000 13 Hex Codes for Serial Communication Protocol 2000 The Hex codes listed in this section are used to set video channels for a single machine set as Machine 1 connected via either RS 232
9. LF is also sent but is ignored by command parser For commands sent from some non Kramer controllers like Crestron some characters require special coding such as X Refer to the controller manual Command Forms Some commands have short name syntax in addition to long name syntax to allow faster typing The response is always in long syntax Command Chaining Multiple commands can be chained in the same string Each command is delimited by a pipe character When chaining commands enter the message starting character and the message closing character only once at the beginning of the string and at the end Commands in the string do not execute until the closing character is entered A separate response is sent for every command in the chain 14 2 7 Maximum String Length 64 characters 14 2 8 Backward Support You can switch between protocols using a switch protocol command from either platform The following tables list instruction codes for Protocol 3000 Help commands Command Syntax Response Protocol Handshaking OKICRLF Device initiated messages Start message Protocol start CRLF Switcher actions Video channel has switched AFV mode AV IN gt OUT Result codes errors Protocol Errors Syntax Error Command not available for this device Parameter is out of range Unauthorized access running command without the ERR004 match
10. MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IF KRAMER ELECTRONICS CANNOT LAWFULLY DISCLAIM OR EXCLUDE IMPLIED WARRANTIES UNDER APPLICABLE LAW THEN ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES COVERING THIS PRODUCT INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL APPLY TO THIS PRODUCT AS PROVIDED UNDER APPICABLE LAW IF ANY PRODUCT TO WHICH THIS LIMITED WARRANTY APPLIES IS A CONSUMER PRODUCT UNDER THE MAGNUSON MOSS WARRANTY ACT 15 U S C A 2301 ET SEQ OR OTHER APPICABLE LAW THE FOREGOING DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES SHALL NOT APPLY TO YOU AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ON THIS PRODUCT INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR THE PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL APPLY AS PROVIDED UNDER APPLICABLE LAW Other Conditions This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from country to country or state to state This limited warranty is void if i the label bearing the serial number of this product has been removed or defaced ii the product is not distributed by Kramer Electronics or iii this product is not purchased from an authorized Kramer Electronics reseller If you are unsure whether a reseller is an authorized Kramer Electronics reseller please visit our Web site at www kramerelectronics com or contact a Kramer Electronics office from the list at the end of this document Your rights under this limited warranty are not diminished if you do not complete
11. a return authorization number obtained from Kramer Electronics will be required You may also be directed to an authorized reseller or a person authorized by Kramer Electronics to repair the product If it is decided that this product should be returned directly to Kramer Electronics this product should be properly packed preferably in the original carton for shipping Cartons not bearing a return authorization number will be refused Limitation on Liability THE MAXIMUM LIABILITY OF KRAMER ELECTRONICS UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE ACTUAL PURCHASE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW KRAMER ELECTRONICS IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR DIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY OR CONDITION OR UNDER ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY Some countries districts or states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of relief special incidental consequential or indirect damages or the limitation of liability to specified amounts so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you Exclusive Remedy TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW THIS LIMITED WARRANTY AND THE REMEDIES SET FORTH ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES REMEDIES AND CONDITIONS WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW KRAMER ELECTRONICS SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION WARRANTIES OF
12. and return the product registration form or complete and submit the online product registration form Kramer Electronics thanks you for purchasing a Kramer Electronics product We hope it will give you years of satisfaction For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit our Web site where updates to this user manual may be found We welcome your questions comments and feedback Web site www kramerelectronics com KRAMER E mail info kramerel com SAFETY WARNING Disconnect the unit from the power m supply before opening and servicing PN 2900 000749 Rev 2
13. connection has limited or no connectivity Trea Figure 7 Local Area Connection Properties Window 6 Select Use the following IP Address and fill in the details as shown in Figure 8 7 Click OK Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties a General You can get IP settings assigned automaticaly if your network supports this capabilly 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 Subnet mask Default gateway Obtain DNS server address automatically Use the following DNS server addresses Prefered DNS server Altemate DNS server Figure 8 Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties Window VS 88DTP Connecting the VS 88DTP 5 3 2 Connecting to the Ethernet Port via a Network Hub You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS 88DTP to the Ethernet port on a network hub or network router via a straight through cable with RJ 45 connectors VS 88DTP Connecting the VS 88DTP 6 6 1 6 2 Operating the VS 88DTP This section describes how to e Route inputs to outputs see Section 6 1 e Disconnect outputs see Section 6 2 e Store and recall a setup see Section 6 3 e Switch between Protocol 2000 and Protocol 3000 see Section 6 4 Acquire the EDID see Section 6 5 Routing Inputs to Outputs To
14. or off to unlock front panel buttons 1 or on to lock front panel buttons Restart device RESET RESET OK Switch to protocol 2000 P2000 P2000 OK Protocol 2000 has command to switch back to ASCII protocol like protocol 3000 Machine info commands Time settings commands require admin authorization Read in outs count INFO 1O0 INFO IO IN NPUTS_COUNT OUT IOUTPUTS_COUN Read max presets count INFO PRST INFO PRST VID IPRESET_VIDEO_COUNT AUD IPRESET_AUDIO_COUN Reset configuration to FACTORY FACTORY RESULT factory default Identification commands Command Response Protocol Handshaking CRI OK CRLF N Read device model MODEL MODEL MACHINE_MODEL Read device serial s SN SERIAL_NUMBER number Read device firmware VERSION VERSION MAJOR MINOR BUILD version JREVISION Set machine name NAME MACHINE_NAME NAME MACHINE NAME RESULT 88DTP Kramer Protocol Identification commands Reset machine name to NAME RST NAME RST factory default IMACHINE_FACTORY_NAM IRESUL Note machine name not equal to model name This name relevance for site viewer identification of specific machine or for network using with DNS feature on MACHINE _NAME Up to 14 Alfa Numeric chars Machine factory name Model name last 4 digits from seri
15. technology and or integrated circuit s included in the product will not become obsolete or that such items are or will remain compatible with any other product or technology with which the product may be used How Long Does this Coverage Last Seven years as of this printing please check our Web site for the most current and accurate warranty information Who is Covered Only the original purchaser of this product is covered under this limited warranty This limited warranty is not transferable to subsequent purchasers or owners of this product What Kramer Electronics will do Kramer Electronics will at its sole option provide one of the following three remedies to whatever extent it shall deem necessary to satisfy a proper claim under this limited warranty 1 Elect to repair or facilitate the repair of any defective parts within a reasonable period of time free of any charge for the necessary parts and labor to complete the repair and restore this product to its proper operating condition Kramer Electronics will also pay the shipping costs necessary to return this product once the repair is complete 2 Replace this product with a direct replacement or with a similar product deemed by Kramer Electronics to perform substantially the same function as the original product 3 Issue a refund of the original purchase price less depreciation to be determined based on the age of the product at the time remedy is sought under this limited warranty
16. the VS 88DTP 2 8 8x8 DVI Twisted Pair Matrix Switcher VS 88DTP 4 IN Figure 1 VS 88DTP 8x8 DVI Twisted Pair Matrix Switcher Front Panel Feature Fe Function mep aa a a aaa a 2 Rsesr TRremote contol signaleceWer SSCS 6 SELECT IN Butons Press to select an input 1 to 8 following the selection ofan ouput SSS e stromon Presstostoreamatixcontgwaton SSCS e RCL Buton Press o recall amatrx configuration OC o MA IAIZAQ d LAB Figure 2 VS 88DTP 8x8 DVI Twisted Pair Matrix Switcher Rear Panel s Feature l Function IN 1 to IN 8 DVI Input Connectors Connect to the DVI sources 19 20 EN EE 24 25 OUT 1 to OUT 8 RJ 45 TP Output Connect to the TP receivers for example PT 572HDCP and TP 574 Connectors RS 232 9 pin D sub F Connect to a PC or other serial remote controller PROG TERM 2 way DIP switch DIP switch 1 Sets the RS 485 bus termination see Section 5 2 2 Up Off Down On Default On DIP switch 2 Sets the Programming mode Only for the use of Kramer service personnel Default Off RS 485 3 pin Terminal Block Connect to a serial controller or to another VS 88DTP unit Connect G to Ground B to B and A to A see Section 5 2 ETHERNET RJ 45 TP Connector Connect to a PC or LAN for remote control REMOTE IR 3 5mm Mini Jack Connect to an ext
17. tspancicke 1 Panel locked 31 REQUEST WHETHER PANEL IS LOCKED 56 CHANGETOASCI 0 Kramer protocol 3000 19 IDENTIFY MACHINE 1 video machine name 0 Request first 4 digits 2 audio machine name 1 Request first suffix 3 video software version 2 Request second suffix 4 audio software version 3 Request third suffix 5 RS422 controller name 10 Request first prefix 6 RS422 controller version 11 Request second prefix 7 remote control name 12 Request third prefix 8 remote software version 9 Protocol 2000 revision 62 DEFINE MACHINE 1 number of inputs 1 for video 2 number of outputs 2 for audio 3 number of setups NOTES on the above table NOTE 1 When the master switcher is reset e g when it is turned on the reset code is sent to the PC If this code is sent to the switchers it will reset according to the present power down settings NOTE 2 These are bi directional definitions That is if the switcher receives the code it will perform the instruction and if the instruction is performed due to a keystroke operation on the front panel then these codes are sent For example if the HEX code 01 85 88 83 was sent from the PC then the switcher machine 3 will switch input 5 to output 8 If the user switched input 1 to output 7 via the front panel keypad then the switcher will send HEX codes 41 81 87 83 to the PC When the PC sends one of the commands in this group to the switcher then
18. KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD USER MANUAL MODEL VS SSDTP 8x8 DVI Twisted Pair Matrix Switcher P N 2900 000749 Rev 2 This guide helps you install and use your product for the first time For more detailed information go to http Awww kramerelectronics com support product_downloads asp to download the latest manual or scan the QR code on the left Step 1 Check what s in the box A VS 88DTP 8x8 DVI TP 1 Quick Start sheet Matrix Switcher Kramer RC IR3 Infrared Remote 1 Power cord Control Transmitter with batteries 1 Set of rack ears and user manual 4 Rubber feet Step 2 Install the VS 88DTP Mount the machine in a rack using the included rack ears or attach the rubber feet and place on a table Step 3 Connect the inputs and outputs TI E TE Computer Receiver 1 Receiver 8 Controller Step 4 Connect the power Connect the power cord to the VS 88DTP and plug it into the mains electricity Step 5 Operate the VS 88DTP Operate the switcher via the front panel buttons RS 232 RS 485 Ethernet or the IR remote control Route an input to an output Press an output button followed by an input button Contents 14 1 14 2 14 3 Introduction Getting Started Achieving the Best Performance Safety Instructions Recycling Kramer Products Overview Defining the VS 88DTP 8x8 DVI Twisted Pair Matrix Switcher Using the IR T
19. NSTRUCTION C e ES 6 1 e 1st BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 0 D DESTINATION 0 for sending information to the switchers from the PC 1 for sending to the PC from the switcher N5 NO INSTRUCTION The function that is to be performed by the switcher s is defined by the INSTRUCTION 6 bits Similarly if a function is performed via the machine s keyboard then these bits are set with the INSTRUCTION NO which was performed The instruction codes are defined according to the table below INSTRUCTION NO is the value to be set for N5 NO 2nd BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 1 16 10 INPUT When switching i e instruction codes 1 and 2 the INPUT 7 bits is set as the input number which is to be switched Similarly if switching is done via the machine s front panel then these bits are set with the INPUT NUMBER which was switched For other operations these bits are defined according to the table 3rd BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 1 O6 00 OUTPUT When switching i e instruction codes 1 and 2 the OUTPUT 7 bits is set as the output number which is to be switched Similarly if switching is done via the machine s front panel then these bits are set with the OUTPUT NUMBER which was switched For other operations these bits are defined according to the table 4th BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 1 Bit 5 Don t care OVR Machine number override M4 MO MACHINE NUMBER Used t
20. PUT representing the number after it For example for version 3 5 the reply to the request to send the version number would be HEX codes 7D 83 85 81 i e 128dec 3dec for 2nd byte 128dec 5dec for 3rd byte If the OUTPUT is set as 1 then the ASCII coding of the lettering following the machine s name is sent For example for the VS 7588YC the reply to the request to send the first suffix would be HEX codes 7D D9 c3 81 i e 128dec ASCII for Y 128dec ASCII for C NOTE 14 The number of inputs and outputs refers to the specific machine which is being addressed not to the system For example if six 16X16 matrices are configured to make a 48X32 system 48 inputs 32 outputs the reply to the HEX code 3E 82 81 82 i e request the number of outputs would be HEX codes 7E 82 90 82 i e 16 outputs NOTE 16 The reply to the REQUEST WHETHER PANEL IS LOCKED is as in NOTE 4 above except that here the OUTPUT is assigned with the value 0 if the panel is unlocked or 1 if it is locked NOTE 19 After this instruction is sent the unit will respond to the ASCII command set defined by the OUTPUT byte The ASCII command to operate with the HEX command set must be sent in order to return to working with HEX codes NOTE 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 detect
21. Parameters A sequence of alphameric ASCII characters 0 9 A Z a z and some special characters for specific commands Parameters are separated by commas Message string Every command entered as part of a message string begins with a message starting character and ends with a message closing character Note A string can contain more than one command Commands are separated by a pipe character Message starting character For host command query For machine response 14 2 4 14 2 5 14 2 6 Device address Optional when directly connected to the device K NET Device ID or MACHINE NUMBER followed by ex 02 CRLA Query sign follows some commands to define a query request All outputs sign defines all outputs Message closing character ICR For host messages carriage return ASCII 13 CRLF For machine messages carriage return ASCII 13 line feed ASCII 10 Command chain separator character When a message string contains more than one command a pipe character separates each command Spaces between parameters or command terms are ignored Entering Commands You can directly enter all commands using a terminal with ASCII communications software such as HyperTerminal Hercules etc Connect the terminal to the serial Ethernet or USB port on the Kramer device To enter ICRI press the Enter key
22. al number Network Setting Commands Set IP Address NET IP P_ADDRESS NET IP P_ADDRESS RESULT NTIP Read IP Address NET IP NET IP iP_ADDRESS NTIP Read MAC Address NET MAC NET MAC MAC_ADDRESS NTMC Set subnet mask NET MASK SUBNET_MASK NET MASK SUBNET_MASK NTMSK IRESULT NET MASK NET MASK SUBNET_MASK NTMSK NET GATE GATEWAY_ADDRESS NET GATE GATEWAY _ADDRESS NTGT RESULT NET GATE NET GATE GATEWAY_ADDRESS NTGT Set DHCP mode NET DHCP IDHCP_MODE NET DHCP DHCP_MODE RESULT NTDH Read subnet mask NET DHCP NET DHCP DHCP_MODE NTDH IDHCP_MODE 0 Don t use DHCP Use IP set by factory or IP set command 1 Try to use DHCP if unavailable use IP as above Change protocol ethernet ETH PORT PROTOCOL PORT ETH PORT PROTOCOL port ETHP RESULT Read protocol ethernet ETH PORT PROTOCOL ETH PORT PROTOCOL port ETHP IPROTOCOL TCP UDP transport layer protocol PORT ethernet port to enter protocol 3000 commands 1 65535 User defined port 0 reset port to factory default 50000 for UDP 5000 for TCP 14 3 Kramer Protocol 2000 The Kramer Protocol 2000 RS 232 RS 485 communication uses four bytes of information as defined below MSB LSB DESTINATION I
23. change from gray to dark blue EEE 2 8 Ee In Figure 16 Switching in the Offline Mode 3 If required repeat Step 2 for several channels 4 Click either Take to accept the change or Cancel 5 Click the Online button to exit the Offline mode 7 2 3 Storing and Recalling Setups You can store switching configurations in presets and recall them at any time To store a switching configuration 1 From the Preset drop down list select a preset in this example Preset 07 Presets that contain a configuration are displayed with a blue background presets with no configuration have a white background When you select a preset the Store button changes from gray to dark blue VS 88DTP Controlling the VS 88DTP Remotely via Etherne i eee asters f 7 Select Figure 17 Selecting Preset 07 2 Click Store A confirmation message appears 3 Click OK The configuration is stored in Preset 07 To recall a setup From the Preset drop down list select a preset in this example Preset 03 Presets that contain a configuration are displayed with a blue background presets with no configuration have a white background When you select a preset that contains a configuration the Recall button changes from gray to dark blue P Controlling Preset 08 Preset 09 Preset 10 Preset 11 Preset 12 Preset 13 Preset 14 in Preset 15 4 Preset 16 _ Figure 18 Selecting Preset 03 2 Click Recall A con
24. each side and replace those screws through the ear brackets 2 Place the ears of the machine against the rack rails and insert the proper screws not provided through each of the four holes in the rack ears Note In some models the front panel may feature built in rack ears Detachable rack ears can be removed for desktop use Always mount the machine in the rack before you attach any cables or connect the machine to the power e If you are using a Kramer rack adapter kit for a machine that is not 19 see the Rack Adapters user manual for installation instructions available from our Web site 5 Connecting the VS 88DTP Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your VS 88DTP After connecting your VS 88DTP connect its power and then switch on the power to each device To connect the VS 88DTP as illustrated in the example in Figure 3 1 Connect up to eight DVI sources for example computer graphics sources to the IN 1 to IN 8 DVI connectors You do not have to connect all the sources 2 Connect the OUT 1 to OUT 8 TP connectors to up to eight TP receivers for example the PT 572HDCP and TP 574 You do not have to connect all the outputs 3 If required connect a controller to the RS 232 see Section 5 1 and or Ethernet port see Section 5 3 4 Connect the power cord not shown in Figure 3 5 If required acquire the EDID see Section 6 5 10 VS 88DTP Conn
25. ecting the VS 88DTF Computer Graphics Source 1 LL ansman gt S amp J Computer LCD Display X S S Graphics Source 8 with Speakers Display gt Figure 3 Connecting the VS 88DTP 8x8 DVI Twisted Pair Matrix Switcher 5 1 Connecting to the VS 88DTP via RS 232 You can connect to the VS 88DTP via an RS 232 connection using for example a PC Note that a null modem adapter connection is not required To connect to the VS 88DTP via RS 232 e Connect the RS 232 9 pin D sub rear panel port on the VS 88DTP unit via a 9 wire straight cable only pin 2 to pin 2 pin 3 to pin 3 and pin 5 to pin 5 need to be connected to the RS 232 9 pin D sub port on your PC VS 88DTP Connecting the VS 88DTP on 5 2 5 2 1 Connecting a PC or Controller to the RS 485 Port You can operate the VS 88DTP via the RS 485 port from a distance of up to 1200m 3900ft using any device equipped with an RS 485 port for example a PC For successful communication you must set the RS 485 machine number and bus termination To connect a device with a RS 485 port to the VS 88DTP e Connect the A pin on the RS 485 port of the PC to the A pin on the RS 485 port on the rear panel of the VS 88DTP e Connect the B pin on the RS 485 port of the PC to the B pin on the RS 485 port on the rear panel of the VS 88DTP e Connect the G pin on the RS 485 port of the PC to the G pin on the RS 485 port on the rear panel
26. ed 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 VS 88DTP Kramer Protocol LIMITED WARRANTY The warranty obligations of Kramer Electronics for this product are limited to the terms set forth below What is Covered This limited warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship in this product What is Not Covered This limited warranty does not cover any damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from any alteration modification improper or unreasonable use or maintenance misuse abuse accident neglect exposure to excess moisture fire improper packing and shipping such claims must be presented to the carrier lightning power surges or other acts of nature This limited warranty does not cover any damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from the installation or removal of this product from any installation any unauthorized tampering with this product any repairs attempted by anyone unauthorized by Kramer Electronics to make such repairs or any other cause which does not relate directly to a defect in materials and or workmanship of this product This limited warranty does not cover cartons equipment enclosures cables or accessories used in conjunction with this product Without limiting any other exclusion herein Kramer Electronics does not warrant that the product covered hereby including without limitation the
27. ernal IR receiver unit for controlling the device via an IR remote controller instead of using the front panel IR receiver MACH DIP Switch Sets the RS 485 bus machine number see Section 5 2 1 RESET Button Press the reset button while turning the device on in order to reset the Ethernet factory default definitions see Section 9 AC Power Receptacle Connect to the AC mains power supply AC Mains Fuse AC mains supply protection fuse AC Mains Power Switch Turns the AC mains power supply to the device on and off 3 2 Using the IR Transmitter You can use the RC IR3 IR transmitter to control the machine via the built in IR receiver on the front panel or instead via an optional external IR receiver Model C A35M IRR 50 The external IR receiver can be located up to 15 meters away from the machine This distance can be extended to up to 60 meters when used with three extension cables Model C A35M A35F 50 Before using the external IR receiver be sure to arrange for your Kramer dealer to insert the internal IR connection cable P N 505 70434010 S with the 3 5mm connector that fits into the REMOTE IR opening on the rear panel Connect the external IR receiver to the REMOTE IR 3 5mm connector 4 Installing the VS 88DTP in a Rack This section provides instructions for rack mounting the unit Before installing in a rack be sure that the environment is within the recommended range 0 to 40 C 32 to 104 F 40 t
28. esentations e Advertising e Rental and staging 2 2 1 2 2 Getting Started We recommend that you Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment Review the contents of this user manual Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables Go to http www kramerelectronics com to check for up to date user manuals application programs and to check if firmware upgrades are available where appropriate Achieving the Best Performance To achieve the best performance Use only good quality connection cables to avoid interference deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching and elevated noise levels often associated with low quality cables Do not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils e Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality Position your Kramer VS 88DTP away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust Safety Instructions Caution There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit Warning You use only the power cord that is supplied with the unit Do not open the unit High voltages can cause electrical shock Servicing by qualified personnel only Warning Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall before installing VS 88DTP Getting Started 2 3 Recycling Kramer Products The Waste Electrical a
29. firmation message appears 3 Click OK The configuration from Preset 03 is loaded Note You can also recall a preset in the Offline mode see Figure 19 and make it active when you press the Take button see Section 7 2 2 pn ns oe e r Out Out Out Out Out Ou Out 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 m VS 88DTP Controlling the VS 88DTP Remotely via Etherne 7 2 4 Locking the Front Panel Buttons You can lock the front panel buttons to prevent tampering To lock the front panel buttons e Click the padlock icon Cy Note Locking the front panel buttons does not disable remote operation of the unit via Ethernet RS 232 or RS 485 7 3 The Configuration Page The Configuration page lets you edit the P related settings and only view the others Editable fields have a white background Name Model KRAMER_0000 VS 88DTP Serial Number fo Firmware version 00 09 00 4417 MAC Address errr ttt IP Address 192 168 001 039 DHCP El Gateway 000 000 000 000 Subnet Mask 255 255 000 000 Figure The following IP related settings can be edited 20 Configuration Page Machine name Fixed IP Address DHCP Gateway Subnet Mask VS 88DTP Controlling the VS 88DTP Remotely via Ethernet The following fields can be viewed e Model e Serial Number e Firmware Version e MAC Address To edit the IP related settings 1 Edit the required field 2 Click Submit The Network Settings confirmation message appears
30. he Selector Buttons Figure 10 Java Test Page Success Message Figure 11 Entering the IP Number in the Address Bar Figure 12 The Loading Page Figure 13 First Time Security Warning Figure 14 Main Switching Matrix Page Figure 15 Selecting a Switching Point on the Matrix Figure 16 Switching in the Offline Mode Figure 17 Selecting Preset 07 Figure 18 Selecting Preset 03 Figure 19 Recalling a Preset in Offline Mode Figure 20 Configuration Page Introduction Welcome to Kramer Electronics Since 1981 Kramer Electronics has been providing a world of unique creative and affordable solutions to the vast range of problems that confront the video audio presentation and broadcasting professional on a daily basis In recent years we have redesigned and upgraded most of our line making the best even better Our 1 000 plus different models now appear in 11 groups that are clearly defined by function GROUP 1 Distribution Amplifiers GROUP 2 Switchers and Routers GROUP 3 Control Systems GROUP 4 Format Standards Converters GROUP 5 Range Extenders and Repeaters GROUP 6 Specialty AV Products GROUP 7 Scan Converters and Scalers GROUP 8 Cables and Connectors GROUP 9 Room Connectivity GROUP 10 Accessories and Rack Adapters and GROUP 11 Sierra Products Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VS 88DTP 8x8 DVI Twisted Pair Matrix Switcher which is ideal for the following typical applications e Conference room pr
31. ia the Ethernet Port To control several units via the Ethernet connect the Master unit Machine 1 via the Ethernet port to the LAN port of your PC Use your PC initially to configure the settings see Section 5 3 VS 88DTP Operating the VS 8 3DT 7 1 VS 88DTP Controlling the VS 88DTP Remotely via Ethernet Controlling the VS 88DTP Remotely via Ethernet You can remotely operate the VS 88DTP using a Web browser via the Ethernet connection see Section 7 1 To be able to do so you must use a supported Web browser Microsoft V6 0 and higher Chrome Firefox V3 0 and higher To check that Java is installed and running browse to http www java com en download help testvm xml This page runs a test and displays a Java success see Figure 10 or failure message amp Your Java is working Java Latest Java installed Your Java configuration is as follows Vendor Sun Microsystems Inc Version Java 6 Update 21 Operating System Windows XP 5 1 Architecture x86 Figure 10 Java Test Page Success Message If you do not see the success message follow the instructions on the page to e Load and enable Java e Enable Javascript in your browser Connecting to the VS 88DTP via your Browser Make sure that your PC is connected via a network to the VS 88DTP and do the following 1 Open your Internet browser 2 Enter the unit s IP number for the default IP address see Figure 11 or name in the
32. ignal integrity to travel longer distances EDIDPro Kramer Intelligent EDID Processing an intelligent EDID handling amp processing algorithm that ensures Plug and Play operation for DVI systems A system range of up to 30m 98ft at 1080p on shielded BC DGKat524 cable up to 70m 230ft at 1080p on shielded BC DGKat623 cable up to 90m 295ft at 1080p on shielded BC DGKat7a23 cable Flexible control options including front panel IR remote included RS 232 K Router Windows based software is included RS 485 Ethernet Windows based Ethernet Configuration Manager amp Virtual Serial Port Manager included Output disconnect for each output Front panel lockout to prevent tampering with the front panel buttons 16 memory locations that store multiple switches as presets to be recalled and executed when needed 3 1 e A worldwide power supply of 100 240V AC e A standard 19 rack mount size of 1U with included rack ears Note The VS 88DTP requires STP shielded twisted pair cable For optimum range and performance use Kramer s BC DGKat524 BC DGKat623 or BC DGKat7a23 cables The transmission range depends on the signal resolution graphics card and display used The distance using non Kramer CAT 5 CAT 6 and CAT 7 cables may not reach these ranges Use only shielded cable where both ends of the shield are soldered to ground Defining the VS 88DTP 8x8 DVI Twisted Pair Matrix Switcher This section defines
33. login Basic routing commands Command Syntax Response Switch video AV INP OUT INP OUT AV INP OUT INP OUT RESULT Switch video only VID N gt OU7 N gt OUT AV INP OUT INP OUT RESULT Short form V N gt OU7 IN gt OUT Note When AFV mode is active this command will switch also audio If audio is breakaway device display mode will change to show audio connections status Basic routing commands Read video VID OUT connection Short form V VID Parameter Description IN Input number or 0 to disconnect output gt Connection character between in and out parameters OUT Output number or for all outputs Examples Switch Video and Audio input 3 to AV 3 gt 7 CR AV 3 gt 7 OKICRLF output 7 Switch Video input 2 to output 4 V 2 gt 4 CR AV 2 gt 4 OKICRLFI CR R machine number 6 Chaining Multiple AV 1 gt V 3 gt 4 2 gt 2 82 gt 1 0 gt 2 V AV 1 gt OKICRLF commands 82 gt 3 V CR AV 1 gt 2 3 gt 4 OKICRLFI First switch all Audio and video AV 82 gt 3 ERR CRLF outputs from input 1 AUD 0 gt 1 OKIGRLF Then switch video input 3 to output 4 video input 2 to output 2 AV 171 0 gt 2 1 gt 3 3 gt 4 CRLF video input and disconnect video output 2 Then switch audio input 3 to output 2 Then disco
34. mer Electronics vse DTP CONFIGURATIONS EEE 5 6 BRBRBE BBE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 n 1 a 2009 www _kramerelectronics com Figure 14 Main Switching Matrix Page The main switching matrix page allows you to e Switch any input to any all outputs independently see Section 7 2 1 e Operate the unit in the Offline mode see Section 7 2 2 e Use presets to store and recall switching configurations see Section 7 2 3 e Lock or unlock the unit s front panel buttons see Section 7 2 4 7 2 1 Switching an Input to an Output To switch an input to an output for example input 1 to output 4 1 Click the required point within the switching matrix grid In 1 Out 4 VS 88DTP Controlling the VS 88DTP Remotely via Ethernet 12 2 In 3 I 4 to a Figure 15 Selecting a Switching Point on the Matrix A blue switching icon a appears indicating that the channel is switched to In 1 and Out 4 2 Repeat the above steps for each channel that you want to switch Operating in the Offline Mode By default the unit operates in the At Once mode meaning that any switching changes take effect immediately In the Offline mode changes only take effect when you press the Take button To operate in the Offline mode 1 Click the red Offline button The button outline becomes dark 2 Click the required point in the switching matrix grid In 1 Out 5 The switching icon outline m appears and the Take and Cancel buttons
35. nd Electronic Equipment WEEE Directive 2002 96 EC aims to reduce the amount of WEEE sent for disposal to landfill or incineration by requiring it to be collected and recycled To comply with the WEEE Directive Kramer Electronics has made arrangements with the European Advanced Recycling Network EARN and will cover any costs of treatment recycling and recovery of waste Kramer Electronics branded equipment on arrival at the EARN facility For details of Kramer s recycling arrangements in your particular country go to our recycling pages at http Avww kramerelectronics com support recycling Overview The VS 88DTP is a high performance matrix switcher for DVI signals The unit accepts up to eight DVI inputs reclocks and equalizes the signals and routes to any or all DGKat twisted pair outputs simultaneously for connection to compatible TP receivers for example the PT 572HDCP or TP 574 More specifically the VS 88DTP features A maximum data rate of 4 95Gbps 1 65Gbps per graphic channel 8 DVI D inputs on DVI I connectors 8 DGKat twisted pair outputs on RJ 45 connectors HDTV compatibility no HDCP compliance DGKat Signal Integration that converts TMDS as well as control and communication to signals that run over twisted pair cables Kramer strongly recommends using Kramer DGKat cables designed specifically for optimum performance Kramer Equalization amp re Klocking Technology that rebuilds the digital s
36. ng Multiple VS 88DTP Devices You can daisy chain up to 16 VS 88DTP devices with operation via RS 232 from a PC or serial controller see Figure 6 To daisy chain up to 16 VS 88DTP devices 1 Connect the RS 232 1 port on the first VS 88DTP device to the PC see Section 5 1 Alternatively the RS 485 port could be used for PC control 2 Connect the RS 485 terminal block port on the first device to the RS 485 port on the second device and so on for all devices Connect A to A B to B and G to G 3 Set the machine number and termination as follows The first device is machine number 1 and the subsequent seven devices are machine numbers 2 to 16 see Section 5 2 1 Terminate the first and last devices that is terminate machine numbers 1 and 16 Ensure that all other devices are unterminated see Section 5 2 2 5 3 5 3 1 VS 88DTP Connecting the VS 88DTP OOS EAs tS Out GUTS OTe OUT Figure 6 Control of Multiple VS 88DTP Devices via RS 232 and RS 485 Connecting the VS 88DTP via Ethernet You can connect the VS 88DTP via Ethernet using a crossover cable see Section 5 3 1 for direct connection to the PC or a straight through cable see Section 5 3 2 for connection via a network hub or network router
37. nnect audio output 1 Then get status of all links assume this is 4x4 matrix Commands processing start after entering CR response will sent for each command after processing it Preset commands Command Store current connections PRST STO PRESET PRST STO PRESET RESULT to preset Short form PSTO PRESET Recall saved preset PRST RCL PRESET PRST RCL PRESET RESULT Short form PRCL PRESET Read video connections PRST VID PRESET OUT PRST VID PRESET from saved preset Short form PVID PRESET PRST VID PRESE I PRST VID PRESET Preset commands Parameters Description PRESET Preset number OUT Output in preset to show for for all Examples Store current Audio amp Video PRST STR 5 CR PRST STR 5 OKICRLF connections to preset 5 Recall Audio amp Video PRCL 3 CR PRST RCL 3 OKICRLF connections from preset 3 Show source of video PRST VID 3 2 CR PRST VID 3 4 gt 2 CRLF output 2 from preset 3 Operation commands Lock front panel LOCK FP LOCK MODE LOCK FP LOCK MODE RESULT Short form LCK ea eee Get front panel locking LOCK FP LOCK FP LOCK MODE state Parameters Description LLOCK MODE Front panel locking state O
38. o 70 C 40 to 158 F 10 to 90 RHL non condensing OPERATING TEMPERATURE STORAGE TEMPERATURE HUMIDITY T CAUTION When installing on a 19 rack avoid hazards by taking care that 1 Itis located within the recommended environmental conditions as the operating ambient temperature of a closed or multi unit rack assembly may exceed the room ambient temperature 2 Once rack mounted enough air will still flow around the machine 3 The machine is placed straight in the correct horizontal position 4 You do not overload the circuit s When connecting the machine to the supply circuit overloading the circuits might have a detrimental effect on overcurrent protection and supply wiring Refer to the appropriate nameplate ratings for information For example for fuse replacement see the value printed on the product label 5 The machine is earthed grounded in a reliable way and is connected only to an electricity socket with grounding Pay particular attention to situations where electricity is supplied indirectly when the power cord is not plugged directly into the socket in the wall for example when using an extension cable or a power strip and that you use only the power cord that is supplied with the machine VS 88DTP Installing the VS 88DTP in a Rack To rack mount a machine 1 Attach both ear brackets to the machine To do so remove the screws from each side of the machine 3 on
39. o 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 All the values in the table below are decimal unless otherwise stated yer Pre Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 Instruction Definition for Specific Instruction Description Input 0 _ RESET VIDEO 7 Oe ee SWITCH VIDEO Set equal to video input that is Set equal to video output which 2 15 to be switched is to be switched 0 disconnect 0 to all the outputs STORE VIDEO STATUS Set as SETUP a to store peee H delete RECALL VIDEO STATUS Set as SETUP REQUEST STATUS OF A Set as SETUP C to output number whose VIDEO OUTPUT status is required REQUEST WHETHER SETUP S 0 for checking if setup is IS DEFINED VALID INPUT defined IS DETECTED input 1 for checking if input is valid 16 ERROR BUSY For invalid valid input i e 3 error OUTPUT byte 4 or OUTPUT invalid instruction byte 5 this byte is set as the 3 out of range input 3 machine busy 4 invalid input 5 valid input 6 RX buffer overflow POP __
40. of the VS 88DTP Setting the RS 485 Machine Number When several VS 88DTP units are connected the machine number determines the unique identity of the VS 88DTP on the bus see Figure 6 Note e When using a stand alone VS 88DTP unit set the machine number to 1 factory default e When connecting more than one VS 88DTP set the first machine connected via RS 232 to be machine number 1 The other VS 88DTP units must each be set to a unique machine number between 2 and 16 The machine number on the VS 88DTP is set using the DIP switches on the rear panel To set the RS 485 machine number using the DIP switches Figure 4 illustrates the factory default MACH DIP switch settings 5 2 2 Figure 4 RS 485 DIP switches DIP switches 1 2 3 and 4 determine the RS 485 machine number of the VS 88DTP ad ce sw sw2 sw3 sw4 Number 2 for or for fon o for or fon for o for fon fon ON 6e or on or on 7 or on LON OFF fot Torr E fon Setting the RS 485 Bus Termination DIP switch 1 sets the RS 485 bus termination of the VS 88DTP Only the first and last physical units on the RS 485 bus must be terminated all others must be unterminated Moving the DIP switch up turns the termination off default moving the switch down enables the termination Figure 5 illustrates the factory default PROG TERM DIP switch positions 5 2 3 Figure 5 RS 485 Termination DIP switch Connecting and Controlli
41. ol P2000 gt P3000 P3000 gt P2000 0x38 0x80 0x83 Command P2000 lt CR gt 0x81 Ethernet Default Settings Reset Settings IP Address 192 168 1 39 Power cycle the unit while holding in the 3 Factory Reset button located on the rear TCP Port 5000 panel of the unit UDP Port 50000 The Windows based Kramer control software available for download the latest software from our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com operates with protocol 2000 If the VS 88DTP is set to protocol 3000 it is automatically switched to protocol 2000 VS 88DTP Default Communication Parameters 10 Default EDID Each input on the VS 88DTP is loaded with a factory default EDID 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 VS 88DTP KRM KRM0200 1 2006 ISO week 12 1 3 Digital DVI Undefined RGB color 700 x 390 mm 31 5 in Not supported None n a Non sRGB 2
42. or Ethernet Similar hex codes are used when the VS 88DTP is connected via RS 485 and the machine is set to number 2 The following table lists the Hex codes that switch video channels Video Channel Switching Codes 01 86 81 81 01 86 82 81 01 86 83 81 01 86 84 81 01 86 85 81 01 86 86 81 01 86 87 81 01 86 88 81 01 87 81 81 01 87 82 81 01 87 83 81 01 87 84 81 01 87 85 81 01 87 86 81 01 87 87 81 01 87 88 81 01 88 81 81 01 88 82 81 01 88 83 81 01 88 84 81 01 88 85 81 01 88 86 81 01 88 87 81 01 88 88 81 LIN 4 LIN 2 LIN 3 LIN 4 iN 5 01 8561 81 01 85 8281 01 85 83 81 01 85 84 81 01 85 85 81 01 85 86 81 01 85 87 81 01 85 88 81 LING LIN 8 odes for Serial Communication Protocol 2000 Kramer Protocol By default the VS 88DTP is set to protocol 3000 see Section 14 2 but is also compatible with Kramer s Protocol 2000 see Section 14 3 You can download our user friendly Software for Calculating Hex Codes for Protocol 2000 from the technical support section on our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com Section 14 1 describes how to switch between protocol 3000 and protocol 2000 14 1 Switching Protocols You can switch protocols either via the front panel buttons see Section 14 1 1 or the protocol commands 14 1 1 Switching Protocols via the Front Panel Buttons To switch from protocol 3000 to protocol 2000 press not as part of a switching
43. ransmitter Installing the VS 88DTP in a Rack Connecting the VS 88DTP Connecting to the VS 88DTP via RS 232 Connecting a PC or Controller to the RS 485 Port Connecting the VS 88DTP via Ethernet Operating the VS 88DTP Routing Inputs to Outputs Disconnecting Outputs Storing and Recalling Setups in Presets Switching Between Protocol 2000 and Protocol 3000 Acquiring the EDID Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel Buttons Control Configuration via the Ethernet Port Controlling the VS 88DTP Remotely via Ethernet Connecting to the VS 88DTP via your Browser The Main Switching Matrix Page The Configuration Page Technical Specifications Default Communication Parameters Default EDID Updating the VS 88DTP Firmware Table of ASCII Codes for Serial Communication Protocol 3000 Hex Codes for Serial Communication Protocol 2000 Kramer Protocol Switching Protocols Kramer Protocol 3000 Kramer Protocol 2000 ona WNHYNDN Figures Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4 Figure 5 Figure 6 Figure 7 Figure 8 Figure 9 VS 88DTP 8x8 DVI Twisted Pair Matrix Switcher Front Panel VS 88DTP 8x8 DVI Twisted Pair Matrix Switcher Rear Panel Connecting the VS 88DTP 8x8 DVI Twisted Pair Matrix Switcher RS 485 DIP switches RS 485 Termination DIP switch Control of Multiple VS 88DTP Devices via RS 232 and RS 485 Local Area Connection Properties Window Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties Window Preset Number Assignments using t
44. ress the SELECT OUT button from which the first EDID will be acquired for example OUT 1 Press the SELECT IN 1 button again The IN 1 button ceases to flash Press another SELECT IN to which the next EDID will be copied for example IN 3 The selected input number flashes on the display Press the SELECT OUT button from which the next EDID will be acquired for example OUT 6 Press the SELECT IN 3 button again The IN 3 button ceases to flash Press the SELECT IN buttons to which you want to copy the EDID for example IN 1 and IN 3 Make sure that the relevant input numbers flash on the display Press the EDID button The process is complete when the display returns to normal 6 5 3 Acquiring the Default EDID To reset to the default EDID do the following 1 Press the EDID button The EDID button flashes Press the SELECT IN button to which the EDID will be copied The selected input number flashes on the display Press the OFF button until a 0 zero appears on the display Press the EDID button The process is complete when the display returns to normal 6 6 6 7 Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel Buttons To lock and unlock the front panel buttons 1 Press and hold the LOCK button until the buttons lights The front panel buttons are locked 2 Press and hold the LOCK button until the button no longer lights The front panel buttons are unlocked Control Configuration v
45. route an input to an output 1 Press the required OUT key 2 Press the required IN key The selected input is routed to the output To route one input to all outputs 1 Press ALL 2 Press the required IN button The selected input is routed to all outputs Disconnecting Outputs To disconnect one output 1 Press the required OUT button 2 Press OFF The selected output is disconnected To disconnect all outputs at once 1 Press the ALL button 2 Press OFF All outputs are disconnected Storing and Recalling Setups in Presets You can use the STO and RCL buttons to store and recall up to 16 setups in presets Figure 9 illustrates the preset assignment numbers Preset 1 is assigned to OUT 1 and preset 16 is assigned to IN 8 Note The preset numbers do not appear on the buttons SELECT 1 2 8 NAO oe 9 10 ui 12 13 14 1s 16 h Figure 9 Preset Number Assignments using the Selector Buttons To store a setup 1 Route inputs and outputs as required 2 Press the STO button The STO button flashes 3 Select a preset number in which to store the current configuration for example for preset 13 press IN 5 To recall a setup 1 Press the RCL button The RCL button flashes 2 Press the required preset button for example for preset 13 press IN 5 Switching Between Protocol 2000 and Protocol 3000 To switch to Protocol 2000 e Press the Outp
46. ut 1 and Output 2 buttons at the same time The device switches to Protocol 2000 and the display shows 2000 To switch to Protocol 3000 e Press the Output 1 and Output 3 buttons at the same time The device switches to Protocol 3000 and the display shows 3000 Operating the VS 88DTP 19 6 5 Acquiring the EDID You can acquire the EDID from A single connected output see Section 6 5 1 Several outputs see Section 6 5 2 The default EDID see Section 6 5 3 6 5 1 Acquiring an EDID from a Single Output To acquire or change the EDID from a single output 1 Connect the acceptor to the required output from which you want to acquire the EDID Press the EDID button The EDID button flashes Press the SELECT IN button to which the EDID will be copied The selected input number flashes on the display Select the SELECT OUT button from which the EDID will be acquired Press the EDID button The process is complete when the display returns to normal 6 5 2 Acquiring an EDID from Several Outputs to Several Inputs To acquire the EDID from several outputs to several inputs for example OUT 1 to IN 1 and OUT 6 to IN 3 1 Connect the acceptors to the required outputs from which you want to acquire the EDIDs Press the EDID button The EDID buttons flashes Press the SELECT IN button to which the first EDID will be copied for example IN 1 The selected input number flashes on the display 10 11 P
47. would be HEX codes 4A FE 81 81 i e VIS setting 1 which is defined as VIS from input 1 NOTE 8 The reply is as in TYPE 3 above except that here the OUTPUT is assigned with the value 0 if the setup is not defined no valid input is detected or 1 if it is defined valid input is detected NOTE 9 An error code is returned to the PC if an invalid instruction code was sent to the switcher or if a parameter associated with the instruction is out of range e g trying to save to a setup greater than the highest one or trying to switch an input or output greater than the highest one defined This code is also returned to the PC if an RS 232 instruction is sent while the machine is being programmed via the front panel Reception of this code by the switcher is not valid NOTE 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 OUT
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