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Kramer Electronics VS-1616A audio amplifier

1. E E Figure 10 Connecting the 32x32 Switcher Assembling a System of Interconnected Switchers A major advantage of the VS 16164 is that it belongs to the series of 16x16 matrix switchers and as such can interconnect with other switchers in the series The block diagram in Figure 11 illustrates how to assemble an interconnected varied format 16x16 series switcher that consists of a 32x32 composite video matrix switcher a 32x16 digital video matrix switcher a 32x32 balanced stereo audio matrix switcher and a 16x16 digital audio matrix switcher 14 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Installing the Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher Note that each group of switchers has a unique MACHINE that is shared by all members of the group In Figure 11 the 32x32 composite video matrix switcher is MACHINE 1 the 32x16 digital video matrix switcher is MACHINE 2 and so on Control of the system is via the MACHINE 5 32x32 Composite Video Matrix Switcher
2. Feature Function 1 IR Receiver The red LED is illuminated when receiving signals from the Kramer Infra red remote control transmitter 2 Power Switch Illuminated switch supplying power to the unit 3 ALL Button Pressing ALL followed by an INPUT button connects that input to all outputs 4 OFF Button An OFF OUT combination disconnects that output from the inputs an OFF ALL combination disconnects all the outputs 5 IN Buttons Select the input to switch to the output 6 OUT Buttons Select the output to which the input is switched 7 STO Button Stores the current setting in the non volatile memory 8 RCL Button Recalls a setup from the non volatile memory 9 LCD MATRIX Display Displays the selected input s switched to the output s above or below the corresponding OUTPUT label and user interface messages 10 LCD STATUS Display Displays the matrix status 11 MENU Button Selects the programming commands to setup the switcher 12 TAKE LED Shows the current TAKE button mode aiding the completion of actions 13 TAKE Button Used to confirm and complete setup and switching Table 2 Rear Panel VS 1616A Features Feature Function 14 IN Terminal Block Connectors Connect to the audio sources 15 OUT Terminal Block Connectors Connect to the balanced audio acceptors 16 EXTENSION UNBALANCED OUT Connect to the EXTENSION UNBALANCED OUT Terminal Block Connectors terminal block connectors
3. Ki INPUTS 4 16 ane Figure 9 Connecting the 32x16 Switcher 6 4 2 Assembling a 32x32 Switcher As can be seen in Figure 7 a 32x32 switcher consists of 4 VS 1616A units MACHINE ADDRESS 1 MACHINE ADDRESS 2 MACHINE ADDRESS 7 and MACHINE ADDRESS 8 To assemble as Figure 10 illustrates 1 Set the same MACHINE on all the 4 VS 1616A units 2 Set the MACHINE ADDRESS to 1 2 7 and 8 on each of the 4 units respectively refer to Figure 7 Set DIP 6 OFF on each of the 4 VS 1616A units 4 Interconnect the corresponding EXTENSION UNBALANCED OUT connectors between the same EXTENSION UNBALANCED OUT connectors as follows e to 1 2 to 2 3 to 3 up to and including 16 to 16 for MACHINE ADDRESS 7 and MACHINE ADDRESS 1 1 Set to 1 in most cases In the example in Figure 10 the MACHINE is set to 2 12 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Installing the Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher e 17 to 17 18 to 18 19 to 19 up to and including 32 to 32 for MACHINE ADDRESS 8 and MACHINE ADDRESS 2 Connect INPUTS 1 to 16 on the VS 1616A unit designated as MACHINE ADDRESS 2 with INPUTS 1 to 16 on the VS 1616A unit designated as MACHINE ADDRESS 1 INPUTS 1 to 16 become the SYSTEM INPUTS 1 to 16 Connect INPUTS 17 to 32 on the VS 1616A unit designated as MACHINE ADDRESS 8 with INPUTS 17 to 32 on the VS 1616A unit designated as MACHINE ADD
4. MATRIX _ STATUS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 UNIT 081 16 041 16 MATRIX inz out 84 16 81 16 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 MATRIX STATUS 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 01 G2 83 04 805 G6 08 09 16 11 12 13 14 15 16 81 716 _ 9 0 1 12 135 14 15 16 Figure 19 Default Startup Status Display Sequence OUTPUT INPUT INPUT OUTPUT OUTPUT INPUT INPUT OUTPUT 7 2 Using the Front Panel Buttons You can switch see section 7 2 2 and clear see section 7 2 3 e input to one output e Several inputs to several outputs e One input to all outputs 7 2 1 Confirming the Settings Choose to work in the AT ONCE mode or the CONFIRM mode In the AT ONCE default mode e Actions require no user confirmation e Execution is immediate e protection is offered against changing an action in error In the CONFIRM mode e You have an optional method to help avoid making a mistake e Every action requires user confirmation e Execution is delayed until the user confirms the action e Protection is offered to prevent erroneous switching You key in several actions and then confirm them by pressing the TAKE button once to simultaneously switch several monitors 1 For all actions except storing recalling setups 2 The CONFIRM mode is the default for storing recalling setups see section
5. To perform this command Press Connect an input with an output OUT IN Reset a specific output OUT OFF Reset all outputs ALL OFF Connect all outputs to a specific input ALL IN Store a setup STO OUT TAKE Recall a setup RCL OUT TAKE Lock front panel MENU TAKE Unlock front panel TAKE TAKE Change default setup Press the Menu button several times until you reach the appropriate Menu setup command and follow the instructions 6 3 Assembling a Multi channel Audio Switcher Configure several VS 1616A units as a 16x16 expanded multi channel audio switcher In a multi channel audio switcher configuration only one unit is the Master with DIP 6 OFF The other units are Slaves with DIP 6 ON The front panel of each Slave unit is always locked and the MATRIX and STATUS LCD Displays do not illuminate The Slave units follow the Master The Master unit operates the regular way leading the Slaves in the background To activate a multi channel audio switcher so that each unit is in the same state from the outset do not turn on the power on the Slave unit after the Master unit 1 The front panel is not locked and the MATRIX and STATUS LCD Displays illuminate KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Installing the Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher The example in Figure 6 illustrates a 4 channel 16x16 configuration consisting of 2 VS 1616A u
6. Before Installing in a rack How to Rack Mount Before installing in a rack be sure that the environment is within the recommended range Operating temperature range 5 to 45 C 41 to 113 F Operating humidity range 10 to 90 RHL non condensing Storage temperature range 20 to 70 4 to 158 F Storage humidity range 5 to 95 RHL non condensing N 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 e
7. MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE 17 32 ADDRESS 7 ADDRESS 8 ADDRESS 9 ADDRESS 10 ADDRESS 11 ADDRESS 12 INPUTS MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE 1 16 7 ADDRESS 1 ADDRESS 2 ADDRESS 3 ADDRESS 4 ADDRESS 5 ADDRESS 6 OUTPUTS 1 16 OUTPUTS 17 32 OUTPUTS 33 48 OUTPUTS 49 64 OUTPUTS 65 806 OUTPUTS 81 06 Figure 7 MACHINE ADDRESS Designation Figure 8 illustrates the principle of assembling an expanded matrix switcher rL Output 10 is connected to Input 17 Input Crosspoint Output Amplifier Amplifier Balanced Balanced Input 1 Unbalanced Cutput 10 Output Unbalanced Output _ Balanced Balanced Input 17 Output Figure 8 The Principle of Assembling an Expanded Matrix Switcher 6 4 1 Assembling a 32x16 Switcher As can be seen in Figure 7 a 32x16 switcher consists of 2 VS 1616A units MACHINE ADDRESS 1 and MACHINE ADDRESS 7 To assemble as Figure 9 illustrates 10 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Installing the Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher Set the same MACHINE see section 6 6 1 on both VS 1616A units Set the MACHINE ADDRESS on one VS 1616A unit to 1 and on the other VS 1616A unit to 7 refer to Figure 7 Set DIP 6 OFF on both VS 1616A units Interconnect each corresponding EXTENSION UNBALANCED OUT connector between both VS 1616A units 1 to 1 2 to 2 3 to 3 up to and including 16 to 16 Connect the balanced ou
8. ON 14 OFF ON 15 ON Setting the MACHINE ADDRESS The MACHINE ADDRESS is determined via the MACHINE ADDRESS Menu command as section 8 3 describes The MACHINE ADDRESS defines which inputs and outputs are configured to that particular unit when expanding as the chart in Figure 7 illustrates A valid MACHINE ADDRESS is from to 36 Understanding the SYSTEM Mode DIP 5 defines whether the VS 1616A unit communicates with other switchers via a common control line You can set DIP 5 OFF to disable the Follow SYSTEM mode in the following applications e Stand alone switcher applications e multi channel audio switcher application e Anexpanded matrix switcher application You must set DIP 5 ON to enable the Follow SYSTEM mode in an interconnected varied format switcher application and to allow control from a PC via RS 232 or RS 485 using the K Router application 1 See section 6 2 2 See section 6 3 3 See section 6 4 17 Installing the Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher 6 6 4 6 7 Refer to section 8 2 for a description of the MENU s Follow SYSTEM and Breakaway from SYSTEM modes Understanding the SLAVE Mode The SLAVE mode is only used for the multi channel audio switcher configuration for example when using 2 VS 1616A units to form a 4 channel 16x16 configuration as Figure 6 illustrates One unit is used as the Master and the other u
9. null modem adapter 11 Communication Protocol Table 9 includes the Protocol 2000 hexadecimal codes The communication parameters are 9600 baud with no parity 8 data bits and stop bit 1 Full details are available on our Web site www kramerelectronics com 2 This example assumes MACHINE 1 and node 0 55 Communication Protocol Table 9 Hex Table for the VS 1616A Video Matrix Switcher OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 IN 0 0 0 0 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 0 01 0 1 8 8 8 8 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 81 8 8 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 8A 8B 8C 8D 8E 8F 90 8 8 8 8 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 81 8 IN 0 0 0 0 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 0 01 0 2 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 8 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 8A 8B 8C 8D 8E 8F 90 8 8 8 8 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 81 8 IN 0 0 0 0 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 0 01 0 3 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 8 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 8A 8B 8C 8D 8E 8F 90 8 8 8 8 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 81 8 IN 0 0 0 0 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 0 01 0 4 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 8 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 8A 8B 8C 8D 8E 8F 90 8 8 8 8 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 81 8 IN 0 0 0 0 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 0 01 0 5 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 8 82 83 84
10. 16x16 matrix switchers in the series you can assemble the following kinds of systems A stand alone switcher see section 6 2 multi channel audio switcher see section 6 3 An expanded matrix switcher see section 6 4 A system of interconnected switchers see section 6 5 6 1 Connecting the Balanced Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input Output This section illustrates how to connect A balanced stereo audio input output connection see Figure 2 An unbalanced stereo audio input connection see Figure 3 An unbalanced stereo audio output connection see Figure 4 L R G Figure 2 Connecting the Figure 3 Connecting the Figure 4 Connecting Balanced Stereo Audio Unbalanced Stereo Unbalanced Stereo Input Output Audio Input Audio Output 1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VS 1616A 2 Including the VS 162V a 16x16 video matrix switcher Installing the Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher 6 2 Operating a Single Machine By default the VS 1616A is setup for use as a single machine This means that it is a 16x16 balanced stereo audio matrix switcher In particular be sure that the DIP switches are set as Figure 5 illustrates see section 6 6 for further details To operate a single machine see Table 3 ON MACHINE 1 Figure 5 DIP Switch Setup on a Single Machine Table 3 Quick Reference Operating Guide for a Single Machine
11. 2 Press two OUT buttons using the OUTkeys 1 to 9 and 10 for 0 The OUTkeys function on a decimal basis and not on a positional basis For example to enter the 14 press 1 followed by 4 not 14 enter the 3 press 10 followed by 3 The TAKE LED blinks and the Displays show the messages STORE this SETUP Store YES gt TAKE xy 3 Press the TAKE button The memory stores the setup and the MATRIX Display shows the message Setup xy stored Note saving a setup to an already allocated setup prompts the message in the MATRIX Display Setup already exists Press TAKE to overwrite Pressing the TAKE button replaces the stored setup with the current setup Alternatively press a different OUT button to change the setup Recalling Setups To recall a setting do the following 1 Press the RCL button The Displays show the messages Enter SETUP number RECALL use two digit 01 99 xy Where xy are the OUT buttons 1 However pressing 3 followed by the TAKE button will also enter the 3 34 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Viewing the MENU Commands Sequence 2 Press the appropriate two OUT buttons using the OUTkeys 1 to 9 and 10 for 0 The OUTkeys function on a decimal basis and not on a positional basis For example to enter the 14 press 1 followed by 4 not 14 To enter 3 press 10 followed by 3 The memory recalls the setup The MATRIX Display
12. 74 Viewing the Startup Display 7 2 Using the Front Panel Buttons 7 2 Confirming the Settings 7 21 1 Toggling between the ONCE and CONFIRM Modes 7 2 2 Switching Inputs to Outputs 7 2 2 1 Switching One Input to One Output 7 2 2 2 Switching Several Inputs to Several Outputs 7 2 2 3 Switching One Input to AII Outputs 7 2 3 Clearing Outputs 7 2 3 1 Clearing an Output 7 2 3 2 Clearing Several Outputs 7 2 3 3 Clearing Outputs 7 24 Storing and Recalling Setups NN aA 99 rn m m Contents 7 2 4 1 Storing Setups 34 7 24 2 Recalling Setups 34 8 Viewing the MENU Commands Sequence 35 8 1 Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel 37 8 2 Choosing the Follow System or Breakaway from System Mode 38 8 3 Setting the MACHINE ADDRESS 40 8 3 1 Changing the MACHINE ADDRESS from Standalone to a Large Matrix 40 8 3 2 Changing the MACHINE ADDRESS from a Large Matrix to Standalone 42 8 3 3 Changing the a Large Matrix Setting MACHINE ADDRESS 42 8 4 Choosing the SWITCHING METHOD Setting 44 8 4 1 Understanding the SWITCHING METHOD Settings 44 8 4 Configuring a SWITCHING METHOD 45 8 5 Choosing the Extended Keyboard Setting 46 8 6 Setting the STORE RECALL KEYBOARD Mode 46 8 7 Choosing What to INDICATE 47 8 8 Choosing the COMMUNICATION Setting 48 8 9 Setting the IR REMOTE Control 48 8 10 Choosing the AUTO STORE Current SETUP 50 8 11 Identifying the MACHINE 50 8 12 Choosing the Initial RESET 51 9 Upgrading the Flash Memory 52 9 1 Conne
13. 85 86 87 88 89 8A 8B 8C 8D 8E 8F 90 8 8 8 8 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 81 8 IN 0 0 0 0 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 0 01 0 6 86 86 86 86 86 86 86 86 86 86 86 86 86 86 86 86 8 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 8A 8B 8C 8D 8E 8F 90 8 8 8 8 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 81 8 IN 0 0 0 0 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 0 01 0 7 87 87 87 87 87 87 87 87 87 87 87 87 87 87 87 87 8 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 8A 8B 8C 8D 8E 8F 90 8 8 8 8 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 81 8 IN 0 0 0 0 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 0 01 0 8 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 8 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 8A 8B 8C 8D 8E 8F 90 8 8 8 8 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 81 8 IN 0 0 0 0 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 0 01 0 9 89 89 89 89 89 89 89 89 89 89 89 89 89 89 89 89 8 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 8A 8B 8C 8D 8E 8F 90 8 8 8 8 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 81 8 IN 0 0 0 0 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 0 01 0 10 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 8A 8B 8C 8D 8E 8F 90 8 8 8 8 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 81 8 IN 0 0 0 0 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 0 01 0 11 8B 8B 8B 8B 8B 8B 8B 8B 8B 8B 8B 8B 8B 8B 8B 8B 8 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 8A 8B 8C 8D 8E 8F 90 8 8 8 8 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 81 8 IN 0 0 0 0 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 0 01 0 12 8C 8C 8C 8C 8C 8C 8C 8C 8C 8C 8C 8C 8C 8C 8C 8C 8 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 8A 8B 8C 8D 8E 8F 90 8 8 8 8 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 81 8 IN 0 0 0 0 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 0 01 0 13 8D 80 8D 8D 8D 8D 8D 8D 8D 8D 8D 8D
14. 8D 8D 8D 8D 8 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 8A 8B 8C 8D 8E 8F 90 8 8 8 8 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 81 8 IN 0 0 0 0 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 0 01 0 14 8E 8E 8E 8E 8E 8E 8E 8E 8E 8E 8E 8E 8E 8E 8E 8E 8 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 8A 8B 8C 8D 8E 8F 90 8 8 8 8 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 81 8 IN 0 0 0 0 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 0 01 0 15 8F 8F 8F 8F 8F 8F 8F 8F 8F 8F 8F 8F 8F 8F 8F 8F 8 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 8A 8B 8C 8D 8E 8F 90 8 8 8 8 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 81 8 IN 0 0 0 0 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 0 01 0 16 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 8 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 8A 8B 8C 8D 8E 8F 90 8 8 8 8 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 81 8 56 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY ASCII Protocol 12 12 1 12 2 ASCII Protocol Entering the ASCII Protocol The ASCII protocol has three basic commands Y for connect T for recall P for store Before using the ASCII protocol you need to select it from the machine s front panel 1 Press the MENU button until you get to set communication protocol 2 Choose the ASCII protocol This is saved in the non volatile memory so the machine remains in ASCII even after turning OFF and ON 3 Tocheck that the protocol has been selected and to confirm that the communication is OK send the string to the VS 1616A It should reply by sending the string OK ASCII Command Descriptio
15. VS 162V Unit MACHINE 1 MACHINE ADDRESS 7 VS 162V Unit MACHINE 1 MACHINE ADDRESS 8 VS 162V Unit MACHINE 1 MACHINE ADDRESS 1 VS 162V Unit MACHINE 1 MACHINE ADDRESS 2 16x16 Digital Video Matrix Switcher __ VS 162V Unit MACHINE 2 32x32 Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher VS 1616A Unit MACHINE 3 MACHINE ADDRESS 7 VS 1616A Unit MACHINE 3 MACHINE ADDRESS 8 VS 1616A Unit MACHINE 3 MACHINE ADDRESS 1 VS 1616A Unit MACHINE 3 MACHINE ADDRESS 2 MACHINE 4 MACHINE ADDRESS 1 CONTROL 16x16 Digital Audio Matrix Switcher VS 1616A Unit wa RS 485 or RS 232 Control interface Figure 11 Assembling a System of Interconnected Switchers Installing the Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher Refer to section 6 6 for details of how to set the DIP switches and to section 6 7 for details of how to control this group of interconnected varied format 16x16 series switchers and other configurations 6 6 Setting the DIP switches Configure the VS 1616A by setting the 8 DIP switches as Figure 12 and Table 4 define SYSTEM 51 MODE MACHINE RS 232 NULL MODEM RS 485 TERMINATION YON 12345678 Figure 12 Rear Panel DIP switches Table 4 DIP Switch
16. and is recommended to prevent erroneously storing recalling of setups To set the STORE RECALL KEYBOARD mode to the AT ONCE mode instead of the CONFIRM default mode do the following 1 Press the MENU button until reaching STORE RECALL setting The MATRIX Display shows the message 1 Indicating that the external keys are currently activated 2 The AT ONCE mode is the default for all actions except storing recalling setups 46 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Viewing the MENU Commands Sequence STORE RECALL setting yes gt TAKE next gt MENU 2 Press the TAKE button and choose the appropriate Outkey 1 for the AT ONCE mode Outkey 2 is for the CONFIRM mode The Displays show the messages STO RCL mode current changed At once 8 7 Choosing What to INDICATE Choose what is displayed during regular operation between scrolling the switcher setup as Figure 22 illustrates and showing the IN OUT range STATUS STATUS OUT 17 32 81 16 SYNC Immediate _ IN SYSTEM _ Figure 22 Choosing what to INDICATE Scrolling the Switcher Setup Showing the IN OUT Range To scroll the switcher setup instead of showing the IN OUT range do the following 1 Press the MENU button until you reach the what to INDICATE command The MATRIX Display shows the message what to INDICATE yes gt TAKE next gt MENU 2 Press the TAKE button The Displays show the m
17. connection connect the shield to the Ground PIN For details about how to configure the vertical sync if required refer to section 6 8 and Figure 21 in section 8 4 1 To another unit or controller Unit 1 Vertical Sync and Ground Connection RS 485 Connections Unit 2 To another unit Figure 16 Connecting the RS 485 Connectors between 2 VS 1616A Units Figure 17 illustrates the RS 485 line that connects Between each VS 1616A unit To the PC via a Kramer Tools VP 43xl Interface Converter connect the PC s 9 pin D sub COM port to the RS 232 in 9 pin D sub F port on the VP 43xl Next connect the RS 485 port on the VP 43xl to the RS 485 ports on the VS 1616A units 23 Installing the Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher ia a Het HH RS 232 OUT RS 232 IN KRAMER 10015 Interface Converter RS 422 Machine Address 1 DIP 8 OFF Machine Address 7 DIP 8 Machine Address 2 DIP 8 OFF Machine Address 8 Figure 17 An RS 485 Control Interface Setup 24 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Installing the Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher 6 8 Configuring the Sync When using the VS 1616A without a video switcher for example a VS 162V configure the sync via the SWITCHING METHOD Menu command setting When setting up multiple
18. in the AT ONCE mode 1 Press the appropriate OUT button The MATRIX Display shows the 2 blinking digits representing the present input number for that specific output If the present output is clear the 2 blinking digits 00 appear in the MATRIX Display The STATUS Display shows the message out x where x is the output number 2 Press the OFF button The output is cleared and the MATRIX Display does not show any Input in its place The STATUS Display momentarily shows the message out x reset where x is the output number To clear several outputs in the CONFIRM mode the TAKE LED is lit 1 Repeat step 1 above 2 Press the OFF button The MATRIX Display shows the 2 blinking digits 00 instead of the previous 2 blinking digits and the TAKE LED blinks The STATUS Display shows the message out x reset where x is the output number 3 Press the second appropriate OUT button by repeating step 1 above 4 Repeat step 2 above 5 Continue with this OUT OFF button sequence pressing the appropriate OUT buttons and the OFF as required 1 For example pressing OUT button 9 shows the blinking digits 01 if input 1 was previously routed to OUT 9 32 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating Your Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher The MATRIX Display shows the sets of 2 blinking digits representing the present input number for each specific output After completing the sequence press the TAKE but
19. machines you can select as the sync input the MTX Sync from Matrix RS 485 Terminal Block connector For example a video audio switcher using VS 162V and VS 1616A linking a common sync to all the machines may be necessary to facilitate simultaneous vertical interval switching Usually the easiest method is to choose the sync source from any video machine for example the VS 162V switcher as Figure 21 illustrates and then connect all the terminal block connectors In this case set the VS 162V switcher to select the sync source from the external sync connector or from the INPUT 1 connector This sync is now available to the other machines via the RS 485 terminal block connector as Figure 15 and Figure 16 illustrate Select the MTX sync on the VS 1616A switcher that receives that sync 6 9 Connecting the KEYBOARD EXTENSION Connecting dry contact closure switches to the Keyboard Extension EXT KEYS connector enables you to route an input to an output by remote control from a distance of up to 1000 meters These IN and OUT keys are expandable Figure 18 illustrates how to connect the Keyboard Extension EXT KEYS 1 Refer to section 8 4 2 Refer to section 8 4 1 3 Add an unlimited number of push buttons to the existing keys in parallel by attaching one end of the push button to the corresponding number and the other end to the IN or OUT 25 Operating Your Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher 123456 78
20. on another unit and or to the unbalanced audio acceptors 17 SYNC and OUT BNC Connectors Connect to daisy chained video units for setting 18 EXT extension KEYS Terminal Block Connects to an external keyboard remote unit Connectors 19 RS 485 Terminal Block Port Pins 1 and 2 are for vertical sync and Ground connection and Pins 3 and 4 are for RS 485 20 RS 232 IN 9 pin D sub F Port Connects to the PC or the Remote Controller 21 RS 232 OUT 9 pin D sub Port Connects to the RS 232 IN 9 pin D sub F port of the next unit in the daisy chain connection 22 SETUP DIP switches DIP switches for setup of the unit 23 REMOTE 3 5mm Mini Jack Connect to an external IR receiver unit for controlling the machine via an IR remote controller instead of using the front panel IR receiver 24 Power Connector with Fuse AC connector enabling power supply to the unit 1 In sections 7 2 4 and 8 the word Displays refers to the LCD MATRIX and STATUS Displays 2 If the unit is not the first unit in the line connects to the RS 232 OUT 9 pin D sub F port of the previous unit in the line 3 Optional Can be used instead of the front panel built in IR receiver to remotely control the VS 1616A only if the internal IR connection cable has been installed Installing the VS 1616A a Rack 5 Installing the VS 1616A in a Rack This section describes how to install the VS 1616A in a rack
21. shows the blinking setup and the TAKE LED blinks The STATUS Display shows the message SETUP xy Load Where xy are the OUT buttons 3 Preview the setup to decide whether to implement it If not you can scan the other setups by pressing different OUT buttons To stop previewing the setups press a non relevant button for example an IN button 4 Press the TAKE button The specific setup is implemented If trying to recall an empty setup the MATRIX Display would show message saying that that particular setup is empty and would return you to step above 8 Viewing the MENU Commands Sequence You can press the MENU button up to 12 times in straight sequence to scan the range of commands 1 However pressing 3 followed by the TAKE button will also enter the 3 2 That is a setup for which no setup is actually stored 35 Viewing the MENU Commands Sequence LOCK front panel yes gt TAKE next gt MENU Operational Control Change the current state by pressing the TAKE button Follow the SYSTEM yes gt TAKE next gt MENU MACHINE ADDRESS setting yes gt TAKE next gt MENU SWITCHING METHOD setting yes gt TAKE next gt MENU extended KEYBOARD setting yes gt TAKE next gt MENU STORE RECALL setting yes gt TAKE next gt MENU what to INDICATE Setup Commands yes gt TAKE next gt MENU Reviewthe current se
22. the VS 1616A item 1 in Figure 1 2 You can download it from the Internet www kramerelectronics com 3 For example press UNIT 1 if the VS 1616A is set as MACHINE 1 4 For example press 6 followed by 2 to switch input 2 to output 6 Viewing the MENU Commands Sequence 8 10 8 11 Choosing the AUTO STORE Current SETUP Choose whether or not to save the current setup automatically that is whether to save the machine s status on power down so that it returns to the same status after cycling power To save the current setup automatically when set OFF do the following 1 Press the MENU button until you reach the AUTO Store Current SETUP command The MATRIX Display shows the message AUTO store current SETUP yes gt TAKE next gt MENU Press the TAKE button The Displays show the messages OUTkey 1 no AutoSave current 2 AutoSave CURRENT setup NO save Press the OUT button 2 The TAKE LED blinks and the Displays show the messages Auto store CURRENT setup Current Press TAKE to execute NO save Press the TAKE button again The Displays show the messages AUTOSAVE mode Current changed AutoSave Identifying the MACHINE Display essential information the product name and version number to identify your machine for example for technical support purposes To identify your machine do the following 1 Press the MENU button until you reach the Identifying the MACHINE command The MAT
23. to At this stage you can enter another MACHINE ADDRESS by pressing another OUT button 7 Pressthe TAKE button again The Displays show the messages MACHINE ADDRESS current changed X After a few seconds the Displays show the messages SET highest MACHINE ADDRESS current use OUTkey 1 9 0 x 8 Press an OUT button 1 9 0 The STATUS Display shows the message current x Where x is the OUT button pressed At this stage you can enter another highest MACHINE ADDRESS The unit may suggest a highest MACHINE ADDRESS for your system If so it is recommended that you use that address 9 Press the TAKE button again The MATRIX Display shows the message Change highest MACH ADDR Press TAKE to confirm 41 Viewing the MENU Commands Sequence 8 3 2 8 3 3 10 Press the TAKE button again The MATRIX Display shows the message HIGHEST MACHINE ADDRESS Changed Changing the MACHINE ADDRESS from a Large Matrix to Standalone To set the MACHINE ADDRESS 1 Press the MENU button until you reach the MACHINE ADDRESS command The MATRIX Display shows the message MACHINE ADDRESS setting yes gt TAKE next gt MENU 2 Press the TAKE button The Displays show the messages OUTkey 1 Stand Alone UNIT Current 2 Large Matrix Matrix 3 Press the OUT button 1 The Displays show the messages STAND ALONE UNIT Machi 01 Current Press TAKE to confirm Matrix 4 Pressthe TAKE button again The M
24. to the RS 232 IN 9 pin D sub port on the VS 1616A unit 1 Straight one to one uncrossed connections with at least the 3 wires pins 2 3 and 5 2 See section 6 6 20 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Installing the Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher 6 7 1 4 6 7 1 5 6 7 1 6 2 Set DIP 7 OFF enabling null modem adapter use the VS 1616A unit Connecting to a 9 pin D sub COM Port without a Null modem Adapter To connect the PC s 9 pin D sub COM port to a VS 1616A unit without using a null modem adapter 1 Connect a flat cable between the PC s 9 pin D sub COM port and the RS 232 IN 9 pin D sub port on the VS 1616A unit 2 Set DIP 7 ON disabling null modem adapter use on the VS 1616A unit Connecting to a 25 pin D sub COM Port with a Null modem Adapter To connect the PC s 25 pin D sub COM port to a VS 1616A unit using a null modem adapter 1 Connect a flat cable between PC s 25 pin D sub COM port and the Null modem adapter that attaches to the RS 232 IN 9 pin D sub port on the first VS 1616A unit 2 Set DIP 7 OFF enabling null modem adapter use on the VS 1616A unit Connecting to a 25 pin D sub COM Port without a Null modem Adapter To connect the PC s 25 pin D sub COM port to a VS 1616A unit without using a null modem adapter 1 Connect the PC s 25 pin D sub COM port to the RS 232 IN 9 pin D sub port on the VS 1616A unit as Figure 14 illustrates 1 Straigh
25. 2 See section 6 1 3 Albeit with an LCD Display that does not illuminate 4 See section 6 5 18 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Installing the Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher 6 7 1 Choose the RS 232 control interface for a range of about 25 meters used for a point to point connection Choose the RS 485 control interface to operate the switcher from an extended distance of up to 1000 meters Connecting the RS 232 Control Interface Connect several switchers from the series of 16x16 matrix switchers and the control unit in an RS 232 daisy chain arrangement with or without using a null modem adapter as Figure 13 illustrates The RS 232 daisy chain switcher arrangement is transparent This lets you arrange the switchers from the series of 16x16 matrix switchers according to your requirements and not according to a fixed sequence dependent on the MACHINE and or MACHINE ADDRESS With a null modem adapter set DIP 7 OFF 85 232 IN 85 232 OUT With null modem 00000 00000 adapter set DIP 7 OFF RS 232 IN RS 232 OUT Without a null modem adapter set DIP 7 ON RS 232 IN R8 232 OUT Without a null modem adapter set DIP 7 ON Figure 13 Connecting a PC to 4 VS 1616A Units 19 Installing the Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher You can connect any of the following e 2 VS 1616A units using a null modem adapter see sectio
26. 8 6 3 Failure to press the TAKE button within 30 seconds to one minute the Timeout will abort the action 27 Operating Your Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher 7 2 1 1 Toggling between the AT ONCE and CONFIRM Modes To toggle between the AT ONCE default mode and the CONFIRM mode press the TAKE button In CONFIRM mode Actions require user confirmation and the TAKE LED lights In AT ONCE mode Actions do not require user confirmation and the TAKE LED does not light When the TAKE LED blinks e You cannot toggle between the AT ONCE and CONFIRM modes e You can execute the previous action by pressing the TAKE button e You can cancel the previous action by pressing a non relevant button for example the MENU button 7 2 2 Switching Inputs to Outputs You can switch One input to one output see section 7 2 2 1 e Several inputs to several outputs see section 7 2 2 2 One input to all outputs see section 7 2 2 3 7 2 2 1 Switching One Input to One Output Pressing an OUT IN combination when your VS 1616A operates in the ONCE mode implements the switch immediately To switch one input to one output AT ONCE mode 1 Press the appropriate OUT button The MATRIX Display shows the 2 blinking digits representing the present input number connected to that specific output If the present output is clear the 2 blinking digits 00 appear in the MATRIX Display The STATUS Display shows the message ou
27. 9101112 13141516 8 IN f 16 OUT 16 IN OUT Figure 18 Keyboard Extension EXT KEYS Connector To use the Keyboard Extension activate the extended KEYBOARD setting Menu command as section 8 5 describes 7 Operating Your Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher Operate your VS 1616A via e The front panel buttons as this section describes e RS 232 or RS 485 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system PC or other serial controller e The Kramer RC IR2 Infrared Remote Control Transmitter e Dry contact closure switches connected to the Keyboard Extension 7 1 Viewing the Startup Display After switching on the power the MATRIX and STATUS displays show the following screens in sequence 1 For instructions on using Kramer Windows based control software refer to the separate user manual included on the CD ROM in pdf format Kramer Control Software 2 Version 1 5 is shown in the Status Display as an example text in the Matrix Display may vary according to machine settings 26 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating Your Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher MATRIX STATUS OUTPUT 1 2 3 4 5 7 8 INPUT KRAMER ELECTRONICS Ltd Softuare INPUT VS 1616A AUDIO MATRIK Ver 1 5 OUTPUT 13 14 6
28. A functions independently implementing an action independently of the others The VS 1616A unit will function in the Follow SYSTEM mode if at least one other VS 1616A unit is set to the Follow SYSTEM mode and these units interconnect via an RS 232 and or RS 485 communication line To set the VS 1616A unit to function in the Follow SYSTEM mode 1 Press the MENU button twice The MATRIX Display shows the message Follow the SYSTEM yes gt TAKE next gt MENU 1 Video and the audio channels switch simultaneously in the same way 2 Audio channels switch independently from the video channels 3 16x16 matrix switchers in the same series that include for example the VS 162V 16x16 video matrix switcher units 4 Also applies to a VS 162V unit 5 The VS 1616A unit changes its status immediately and goes to the Follow system mode 6 Or VS 162V as well as other 16x16 matrix switchers in the same series 38 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Viewing the MENU Commands Sequence 2 Press the TAKE button The Displays show the messages set FOLLOW SYSTEM current Press TAKE to execute breakaway 3 Press the TAKE button again The MATRIX Display momentarily shows this message followed by the status of the switcher and in the STATUS Display the letter 5 is displayed behind the blinking cursor the UNIT is set in mode FOLLOW system 4 If the status of the VS 1616A unit differs from that of the other uni
29. A large matrix setting to a large matrix setting with a different MACHINE ADDRESS see section 8 3 3 Plan your system according to the chart in Figure 7 before setting the MACHINE ADDRESS because in a matrix configuration you need to enter the highest MACHINE ADDRESS as well as the MACHINE ADDRESS Changing the MACHINE ADDRESS from Standalone to a Large Matrix To set the MACHINE ADDRESS 1 Press the MENU button until you reach the MACHINE ADDRESS command The MATRIX Display shows the message MACHINE ADDRESS setting yes gt TAKE next gt MENU 2 Pressthe TAKE button The Displays show the messages OUTkey 1 Stand Alone UNIT Current 2 Large Matrix Alone 3 Pressthe OUT button Z 2 The TAKE LED blinks and the Displays show the messages Change to the LARGE MATRIX Current Press TAKE to confirm 16x16 1 Indicating that the machine is not set to the large matrix setting 2 For example if currently configured for stand alone 40 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Viewing the MENU Commands Sequence 4 Press the TAKE button again The Displays show the messages READY to set MACHINE ADDRESS Current use 1 9 0 1 5 Enter the MACHINE ADDRESS by pressing an OUT button 1 9 0 The STATUS Display shows the message current x Where x is the OUT button pressed 6 Press the TAKE button again The Displays show the messages READY to change MACH ADDR From 01 Press TAKE to confirm
30. ATRIX Display shows the message MACHINE ADDRESS changed now STAND ALONE Changing the a Large Matrix Setting MACHINE ADDRESS To set the MACHINE ADDRESS 1 Press the MENU button until you reach the MACHINE ADDRESS command The MATRIX Display shows the message MACHINE ADDRESS setting yes gt TAKE next gt MENU 1 Indicating that the machine is not set to stand alone 42 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Viewing the MENU Commands Sequence 2 Press the TAKE button The Displays show the messages OUTkey 1 Stand Alone UNIT Current 2 Large Matrix Matrix 3 Press the OUT button 2 The Displays show the messages set NEW matrix current new gt TAKE leave old gt MENU 16x32 4 Press the TAKE button again The Displays show the messages READY to set MACHINE ADDRESS current use OUTkey 1 9 0 1 5 Press an OUT button 1 9 0 The STATUS Display shows the message current x Where x is the OUT button pressed 6 Press the TAKE button again The TAKE LED blinks and the Displays show the messages READY to change MACH ADDR from 01 Press TAKE to confirm to 0x 7 Press the TAKE button again The Displays show the messages MACHINE ADDRESS current changed x After a few seconds the Displays show the messages SET highest MACHINE ADDRESS current use OUTkey 1 9 0 x 8 Press an OUT button 1 9 0 The STATUS Display shows the message current x Where x is the OUT butto
31. Definitions DIP switch Function 1 4 Set the MACHINE see Table 5 in section 6 6 1 5 Enables ON or disables OFF the Follow SYSTEM mode 6 Enables ON or disables OFF the SLAVE mode in a multi channel configuration 7 Disables use of a null modem adapter with RS 232 OFF RS 232 connection via a null modem adapter ON RS 232 connection without a null modem adapter 8 RS 485 termination for first and last machine ON RS 485 line terminates with 110Q for others OFF RS 485 line is open 6 6 1 Setting the MACHINE To control a unit via RS 232 or RS 485 each unit has to be identified via its unique MACHINE In an extended matrix configuration in addition to the MACHINE each unit is identified via its MACHINE ADDRESS Set the MACHINE 4 on VS 1616A unit according to Table 5 A valid MACHINE is from 1 to 15 1 See section 6 7 1 2 When using a single unit set the unit to MACHINE 1 16 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Installing the Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher 6 6 2 6 6 3 Table 5 Machine DIP Switch Settings MACHINE DIP SWITCH 1 2 3 4 1 ON OFF OFF OFF 2 OFF ON OFF OFF 3 ON OFF OFF 4 OFF OFF OFF 5 ON OFF ON OFF 6 OFF OFF 7 ON ON OFF 8 OFF OFF OFF ON 9 ON OFF OFF 10 OFF OFF ON 11 ON ON OFF ON 12 OFF OFF ON 13 ON OFF ON
32. Kramer Electronics Ltd USER MANUAL Model VS 1616A 16x16 Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher Contents Contents 1 Introduction 2 Getting Started 3 Overview 4 Your Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher 5 Installing the VS 1616A in a Rack 6 Installing the Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher 6 1 Connecting the Balanced Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input Output 6 2 Operating a Single Machine 6 3 Assembling a Multi channel Audio Switcher 6 4 Assembling an Expanded Matrix Switcher 6 4 1 Assembling a 32x16 Switcher 6 4 2 Assembling a 32x32 Switcher 6 5 Assembling a System of Interconnected Switchers 6 6 Setting the DIP switches 6 6 1 Setting the MACHINE 6 6 2 Setting the MACHINE ADDRESS 6 6 3 Understanding the SYSTEM Mode 6 6 4 Understanding the SLAVE Mode 6 7 Connecting a Control Interface 6 7 1 Connecting the RS 232 Control Interface 6 7 1 1 Connecting Two VS 1616As with a Null modem Adapter 6 7 1 2 Connecting Two VS 1616As without a Null modem Adapter 6 7 1 3 Connecting to a 9 pin D sub COM Port with a Null modem Adapter 6 7 1 4 Connecting to a 9 pin D sub COM Port without a Null modem Adapter 6 7 1 5 Connecting to a 25 pin D sub COM Port with a Null modem Adapter 6 7 1 6 Connecting to a 25 pin D sub COM Port without a Null modem Adapter 6 7 2 Connecting the RS 485 Control Interface 6 8 Configuring the Sync 6 9 Connecting the KEYBOARD EXTENSION 7 Operating Your Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher
33. RESS 7 INPUTS 17 to 32 become the SYSTEM INPUTS 17 to 32 Connect the balanced outputs 1 to 16 OUTPUT 1 1 16 from the VS 1616A unit designated as MACHINE ADDRESS 7 and also if required connect the balanced outputs 1 to 16 OUTPUT 2 1 16 from the VS 1616A unit designated as MACHINE ADDRESS 1 Connect the balanced outputs 17 to 32 OUTPUT 1 17 32 from the VS 1616A unit designated as MACHINE ADDRESS 8 and also if required connect the balanced outputs 17 to 32 OUTPUT 2 17 32 from the VS 1616A unit designated as MACHINE ADDRESS 2 OUTPUT 1 and OUTPUT 2 form a 1 2 distribution amplifier and the 4 VS 1616A units form a 32x32 switcher 1 To the audio acceptors not shown in Figure 10 Installing the Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher ENLARGED VIEW Interconnect the corresponding EXTENSION UNBALANCED OUT connectors between the same EXTENSION UNBALANCED OUT connectors 16 17 418 19 OUTPUT 1 1 16 OUTPUT 1 17 32 MACHINE 2 MACHINE ADDRESS 7 y MACHINE 2 MACHINE ADDRESS 8 ae RD EG OUTPUT 2 1 16 OUTPUT 2 17 32 2 MACHINE ADDRESS 2 MACHINE 2 MACHINE ADDRESS 1 6 5 H meme
34. RIX Display shows the message identify MACHINE yes gt TAKE next gt MENU Press the TAKE button The MATRIX Display as Figure 23 illustrates shows the message 50 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Viewing the MENU Commands Sequence MATRIX STATUS OUTPUT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 INPUT KRAMER ELECTRONICS Ltd Softuare VS 1616A AUDIO MATRIX Ven 1 5 INPUT OUTPUT 9 10 11 42 13 14 15 16 Figure 23 Machine Identification 8 12 Choosing the Initial RESET Choose to reset the machine to the e Current status reloads the current setup e Factory default resets to the pre installed factory default state To reset the machine do the following 1 Press the MENU button until you reach the initial RESET command The MATRIX Display shows the message initial RESET yes gt TAKE next gt MENU 2 Press the TAKE button The MATRIX Display shows the message Outkey 1 Current status 2 Factory default 3 Press the OUT button 2 for example to reset to the factory default The TAKE LED blinks and the Displays show the messages Reset to factory default WARNING Press TAKE to execute IH 4 Press the TAKE button again The Displays show the messages Reset to factory default WARNING confirm by pressing OUT 7 5 Press the OUT 7 The machine resets to the factory default and the Displays show the first messages of the reloading progress as Figure 23 illustr
35. ase customer may enforce this warranty WHAT IS COVERED AND WHAT IS NOT COVERED Except as below this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product The following are not covered by the warranty 1 Any product which is not distributed by Kramer or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer If you are uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the Web site www kramerelectronics com 2 Any product on which the serial number has been defaced modified or removed or on which the WARRANTY VOID IF TAMPERED sticker has been torn reattached removed or otherwise interfered with 3 Damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from i Accident misuse abuse neglect fire water lightning or other acts of nature ii Product modification or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product iii Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by Kramer iv Any shipment of the product claims must be presented to the carrier v Removalor installation of the product vi Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect vii Cartons equipment enclosures cables or accessories used in conjunction with the product WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR AND WHAT WE WILLNOT PAY FOR We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items We will not pay for the following 1 Removal or installations charges 2 Costs of initial technical adjus
36. ates 1 Without having to switch the power off and on 2 Sometimes called a soft reset 3 Each VS 1616A unit ships in its factory default state that is a 16x16 balanced stereo audio matrix with all setups empty and each input connected to its corresponding output for example 1 to 1 51 Upgrading the Flash Memory 9 Upgrading the Flash Memory The main part of the VS 1616A firmware is located in FLASH memory which lets you upgrade to the latest Kramer firmware version in minutes Download the up to date file from the Internet or obtain it from your dealer The following example shows how to install a file named for example 1616 15 hex to the FLASH memory The current VS 1616A software version shows in the STATUS display as Figure 19 illustrates in section 7 1 9 1 Connecting the PC to the RS 232 Port Before installing the latest Kramer firmware version on a VS 1616A unit connect e The COM port on your PC to the RS 232 IN port on the VS 1616A unit When simultaneously upgrading the firmware on several VS 1616A units e Connect the COM port on your PC to the RS 232 IN port on the first VS 1616A unit e Connect the RS 232 OUT port on the first VS 1616A unit to the RS 232 IN port on the second VS 1616A unit or another 16x16 unit e Connect All 16x16 units that you want to upgrade in this way linking them in a daisy chain connection Set DIP 7 according to whether or not a null modem is being
37. ay shows the message Press TAKE to configure from MATRIX Press the TAKE button The Displays show the messages SWITCHING METHOD current changed From MATRIX 1 Indicating that the machine is currently set to the immediate switching method setting 45 Viewing the MENU Commands Sequence 8 5 8 6 Choosing the Extended Keyboard Setting Section 6 9 describes how to connect a remote unit Activate or deactivate it by setting the extended Keyboard setting ON or OFF To set the extended KEYBOARD mode do the following 1 Press the MENU button until reaching the extended Keyboard setting The MATRIX Display shows the message extended KEYBOARD setting yes gt TAKE next gt MENU 2 Press the TAKE button The Displays show the messages Outkey 1 External keys OFF current 2 External keys ON X key 3 Press the OUT button to deactivate the External keys The TAKE LED blinks and the Displays show the messages Turn OFF external keys current Press TAKE to execute X key ON 4 Press the TAKE button The Displays show the messages External Keyboard mode current changed X key OFF Setting the STORE RECALL KEYBOARD Mode Choose one of these STORE RECALL KEYBOARD modes e At ONCE mode in which setups are stored recalled immediately without the need for user confirmation e CONFIRM mode in which storing recalling setups require user confirmation The CONFIRM mode is the default for storing recalling setups
38. ce which ensures that it remains transparent in almost any audio application In addition the VS 1616A e be used as a single unit or expanded to up to 96 x 96 inputs outputs e Can be configured into a Kramer multi signal switcher system including digital and analog video digital and analog audio and RS 422 control switchers e When integrated in a system all units switch in true audio follow video mode Recalls up to 99 configuration setups via the non volatile memory and provides for an unlimited quantity of setups when using the Kramer control software on your PC e Includes a user friendly LCD display making operation even easier e With its FLASH memory lets you upgrade to the latest Kramer firmware version via Internet download e Comes with a choice of protocol format hexadecimal or ASCII Control the VS 1616A e Using the front panel buttons e Remotely by RS 485 or 5 232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system PC or other serial controller e Remotely from the Kramer RC IR2 Infrared Remote Control Transmitter 1 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 2 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Your Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher e External IR receiver unit for controlling the machine via an IR remote controller e Via external contact closure push buttons To achieve the best performance e Use only good quality con
39. cting the PC to the RS 232 Port 52 9 2 Upgrading the Firmware 52 10 Technical Specifications 55 11 Communication Protocol 55 12 ASCII Protocol 57 12 1 Entering the ASCII Protocol 57 12 2 ASCII Command Description 57 ii KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Contents Figures Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4 Figure 5 Figure 6 Figure 7 Figure 8 Figure 9 VS 1616A 16x16 Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher Connecting the Balanced Stereo Audio Input Output Connecting the Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input Connecting an Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output DIP Switch Setup on a Single Machine Configuring a 4 Channel 16x16 Switcher with Two VS 1616A Switchers MACHINE ADDRESS Designation The Principle of Assembling an Expanded Matrix Switcher Connecting the 32x16 Switcher Figure 10 Connecting the 32x32 Switcher Figure 11 Assembling a System of Interconnected Switchers Figure 12 Rear Panel DIP switches Figure 13 Connecting a PC to 4 VS 1616A Units Figure 14 Connecting a PC with a 25 pin connector without a Null modem Adapter Figure 15 RS 485 Connector PINOUT Figure 16 Connecting the RS 485 Connectors between 2 VS 1616A Units Figure 17 An RS 485 Control Interface Setup Figure 18 Keyboard Extension EXT KEYS Connector Figure 19 Default Startup Status Display Sequence Figure 20 Sequence of MENU Commands Figure 21 Choosing the MTX SYNC from Matrix Setting Figure 22 Choosing what to INDICATE Figu
40. damages so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from place to place NOTE All products returned to Kramer for service must have prior approval This may be obtained from your dealer This equipment has been tested to determine compliance with the requirements of EN 50081 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic emission standard Part 1 Residential commercial and light industry EN 50082 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic immunity standard Part 1 Residential commercial and light industry environment CFR 47 FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15 Radio frequency devices Subpart B Unintentional radiators CAUTION 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 BO Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine DO Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components FCC and CE approved using STP cable for twisted pair products 59 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 fee
41. dback 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 2900 002052 REV 4
42. epeat the firmware upgrade process from the beginning You have successfully replaced the previous program and upgraded to the latest Kramer firmware version Turn the VS 1616A POWER switch OFF e Reconnect the RS 232 IN and RS 232 OUT rear panel port connections as applicable e Turn the VS 1616A POWER switch ON e Observe the new version number that shows in the STATUS display e Goto the Menu and restore your specific settings Prepare and store all necessary setups 1 Shows the dynamic progress upgrade of the checksum 54 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Technical Specifications 10 Technical Specifications Table 8 includes the technical specifications Table 8 Technical Specifications of the VS 1616A Video Matrix Switcher INPUT 16 balanced audio stereo 4dBu 10KQ on detachable terminal blocks OUTPUTS 16 balanced audio stereo 4 500 on detachable terminal blocks MAX OUTPUT LEVEL 20Vpp BANDWIDTH 100kHz S N RATIO 82 2dB unweighted CROSSTALK 80dB 1kHz CONTROL Front panel RS 232 RS 485 contact closure amp IR remote included COUPLING AC AUDIO THD NOISE 0 04 AUDIO 2nd HARMONIC 0 002 1kHz POWER SOURCE 115 230V AC 50 60Hz 23VA DIMENSIONS 19 x 7 x 2U W D H rack mountable WEIGHT 3 5kg 7 8lbs approx ACCESSORIES Power cord rack ears Windows based Kramer control software
43. essages Use to configure Current 1 scroll SETUP 2 OUTs INs OUTs INs 1 Useful in an expanded matrix configuration 47 Viewing the MENU Commands Sequence 8 8 8 9 Press the OUT button 1 The TAKE LED blinks and the Displays show the messages Scroll switcher setup Current Press TAKE to execute OUTs INs Press the TAKE button The Displays show the messages display mode Current changed SETUP Choosing the COMMUNICATION Setting Choose the response option reply or no reply To choose the No Reply response option for example do the following 1 Press the MENU button until you reach the COMMUNICATION setting The MATRIX Display shows the message COMMUNICATION setting yes gt TAKE next gt MENU Press the TAKE button The MATRIX Display shows the message Use OUTkey to configure 1 REPLY 2 No Reply Press the OUT button 2 The TAKE LED blinks and the Displays show the messages Set serial port No reply Current Press TAKE to execute Reply Press the TAKE button again The Displays show the messages SWITCHER RESPONSE Current changed No reply Setting the IR REMOTE Control Set the IR REMOTE control to enable remote control of the VS 1616A l6x16 Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher using the Kramer RC IR2 48 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Viewing the MENU Commands Sequence Infrared Remote Control Device Refer to the RC IR2 Infrared Remote Control De
44. her than the TAKE button 9 10 Press the TAKE button once again The program starts working and the TAKE LED turns off The MATRIX Display shows the following message ERASE flash MEMORY Please wait After a few seconds the FLASH memory is erased and the MATRIX Display shows the following message Ready for receiving Start transmission from PC 1 Upgrading firmware resets your VS 1616A unit to the factory default This includes erasing all setups 53 Upgrading the Flash Memory 11 Note If upgrading the firmware on more than one VS 1616A unit be sure to perform the above steps 5 to 9 on each VS 1616A unit before continuing From your PC s K Sender program click the Send button The color of the Send button changes to red and numbers appear dynamically inside the blue line The Displays on the VS 1616A show the messages Transfer may take minutes 080756 Please wait Observe the PC monitor and the VS 1616A MATRIX and STATUS Displays After about 30 seconds the program installation completes the color of the Send button ceases to be red and the numbers inside the blue line disappear The Displays on the VS 1616A show the messages Program replaced 7 16608 successfully 16608D After about 3 seconds the Displays show the messages Turn unit OFF reconnect 2 16608D cables and turn ON 16608D Verify that the checksum for example 2 16608D is the same both lines If not r
45. ing items e VS 1616A 16x16 Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher e Power cord and rack ears Windows based Kramer control software Null modem adapter 4 2 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 GROUP 1 Distribution Amplifiers GROUP 2 Switchers and Matrix Switchers GROUP 3 Control Systems GROUP 4 Format Standards Converters GROUP 5 Range Extenders and Repeaters GROUP 6 Specialty AV Products GROUP 7 Scan Converters and Scalers GROUP 8 Cables and Connectors GROUP 9 Room Connectivity GROUP 10 Accessories and Rack Adapters GROUP 11 Sierra Products 2 Download up to date Kramer user manuals from our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 1 Overview 3 Overview The Kramer VS 1616A is a high performance 6 16 Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher for balanced audio stereo signals on detachable terminal block connectors The VS 1616A forms part of the series of 16x16 matrix switchers that includes the VS 162V a 16x16 video matrix switcher In particular the VS 1616A features e Balanced and unbalanced inputs and outputs True matrix operation allowing the user to route any input to any or all outputs simultaneously e Excellent audio performan
46. lay shows the 2 blinking digits representing the present input number for that specific output If the present input is clear the 2 blinking digits 00 appear in the MATRIX Display The STATUS Display shows the message out x Where x is the output number 2 Press the OFF button The input is cleared and the MATRIX Display does not show any Input in its place The STATUS Display momentarily shows the message out x reset Where x is the output number To clear an output in the CONFIRM mode the TAKE LED is lit 1 Repeat step 1 above 2 Press the OFF button The MATRIX Display shows the 2 blinking digits 00 instead of the previous 2 blinking digits and the TAKE LED blinks The STATUS Display shows the message out x reset 1 Clearing means disconnecting the output from any of the inputs and leaving it disconnected 2 For example pressing OUT button 9 shows the blinking digits 01 if input 1 was previously routed to OUT 9 3 You can press the OFF button first and then an OUT button the order is irrelevant 4 Continuously within the limit of the timeout approximately 30 seconds to one minute 31 Operating Your Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher Where x is the output number 3 Press the TAKE button to confirm the action The input is cleared and the TAKE LED lights The MATRIX Display does not show any Input in its place 7 2 3 2 Clearing Several Outputs To clear several outputs
47. ly switching several inputs to several outputs To switch several inputs to several outputs in the CONFIRM mode the TAKE LED is lit do the following 1 Press the appropriate OUT button The MATRIX Display shows the 2 blinking digits representing the previous input number for that specific output If the previous input is clear the 2 blinking digits 00 appear in the MATRIX Display The STATUS Display shows the message out x 1 Continuously within the limit of the timeout approximately 30 seconds to one minute 2 For example pressing OUT button 9 shows the blinking digits 01 if input 1 was previously routed to OUT 9 29 Operating Your Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher Where x is the output number 2 Press the appropriate IN button The MATRIX Display shows the 2 blinking digits representing the input number and the TAKE LED blinks The STATUS Display shows the message out x from in t y Where x is the output number and y is the input number 3 Press the second appropriate OUT button repeating step 1 above 4 Press the appropriate IN button repeating step 2 above 5 Continue with this OUT IN button sequence pressing the appropriate OUT and IN buttons as required You can also combine an OUT OFF or OFF OUT combination with this sequence 6 After completing the sequence press the TAKE button to confirm the actions The inputs switch to the respective outputs as the MATRIX Display shows
48. multaneously To choose the MTX SYNC from Matrix setting as the example in Figure 21 illustrates e Connect the RS 485 terminal block connectors between both switchers in the multi switcher system e Connect and set the video reference signal on the VS 162V unit to EXT external sync or INT 1 internal sync Set the video reference on the VS 1616A unit to the MTX 1 Via the MACHINE ADDRESS setting as section 6 6 1 describes 2 Item 5 in Figure 1 3 This sets the matrix sync configuration from another Master machine 4 Via a straight connection of all four pins 44 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Viewing the MENU Commands Sequence 8 4 2 VS 162V O Choose OUTkey 2 to configure EXT VS 1616A SYNC from Matrix setting Video Reference EXT external sync SWITCHING METHOD setting IN SYNC LOOP TERM Figure 21 Choosing the MTX SYNC from Matrix Setting Configuring a SWITCHING METHOD To choose a SWITCHING METHOD setting do the following 1 Press the MENU button until you reach the SWITCHING METHOD setting The MATRIX Display shows the message SWITCHING METHOD setting yes gt TAKE next gt MENU Press the TAKE button The Displays show the messages Use OUTkey to configure Current 1 Immediate 4 Video SYNC Immediate Press OUT button or 4 For example OUT button 4 to set the MATRIX sync configuration The TAKE LED blinks and the MATRIX Displ
49. n The three basic commands are Y T and P Y command MAKE A CROSSPOINT CONNECTION Format Y or i where i is the input number and o is the output number Note The string does not need a space spaces are used here just to add clarity to the explanation Example Y3 41 connects input 4 to output 3 Y9 6 connects input 6 to output 9 2 17 43 12 7 6 connects input 17 to output 2 input 12 to output 43 and input 6 to output 7 The buffer allows up to 63 characters Thus a single string can include about 10 cross point connections Also Y0 5 connects input 5 to all outputs Y 3 01 disconnects output 3 57 ASCII Protocol command RECALL A SETUP Format T s 1 where s is the setup number 1 to 99 to recall Example T13 recalls setup number 13 command STORE A SETUP Format P sf oM where s is the setup number up to 99 that stores the present status of the machine Example P13 stores in setup number 13 The reply for all commands is or 58 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED WARRANTY Kramer Electronics hereafter Kramer warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms HOW LONGIS THE WARRANTY Labor and parts are warranted for seven years from the date of the first customer purchase WHOIS PROTECTED Only the first purch
50. n pressed 9 Press the TAKE button again The MATRIX Display shows the message Change highest MACH ADDR Press TAKE to confirm 43 Viewing the MENU Commands Sequence 8 4 8 4 1 10 Press the TAKE button again The MATRIX Display shows the message HIGHEST MACHINE ADDRESS Changed Choosing the SWITCHING METHOD Setting Section 8 4 1 describes the SWITCHING METHOD settings for standalone units and large matrices Section 8 4 2 describes how to configure a SWITCHING METHOD Understanding the SWITCHING METHOD Settings Setting the VS 1616A unit as a Stand Alone UNIT provides only one SWITCHING METHOD setting that is immediate switching irrespective of how the sync is setup on the Menu Switching occurs immediately after completion of front panel or dry contact operation or immediately after receiving an RS 232 or RS 485 command or an IR command The switching is independent of the video vertical reference Setting the VS 1616A unit as one unit in a system of interconnected switchers instead of as a Stand Alone UNIT provides a choice of 2 SWITCHING METHOD settings NOoVIS as described above MTX SYNC from Matrix the vertical interval of the video reference selected on any video in a system of interconnected switchers is present on the SYNC RS 485 terminal block connector This reference signal applies to all switchers in the multi switcher system and facilitates switching all units si
51. n 6 7 1 1 or without using a null modem adapter see section 6 7 1 2 The PC s 9 pin D sub COM port to a VS 1616A unit with a null modem adapter see section 6 7 1 3 or without a null modem adapter see section 6 7 1 4 e The PC s 25 pin D sub COM port to a VS 1616A unit with a null modem adapter see section 6 7 1 5 or without a null modem adapter see section 6 7 1 6 6 7 1 1 Connecting Two VS 1616As with a Null modem Adapter To connect 2 VS 1616A units using a null modem adapter provided with the machine default 1 Connect a flat cable between the RS 232 OUT 9 pin D sub port on the first VS 1616A unit and the null modem adapter that attaches to the RS 232 IN 9 pin D sub port on the second VS 1616A unit 2 On the second VS 1616A unit set DIP 7 OFF enabling null modem adapter use 6 7 1 2 Connecting Two VS 1616As without a Null modem Adapter To connect 2 VS 1616A units without using a null modem adapter 1 Connect a flat cablel between the RS 232 OUT 9 pin D sub port on the first VS 1616A unit and the RS 232 IN 9 pin D sub port on the second VS 1616A unit 2 the second VS 1616A unit set DIP 7 ON disabling null modem adapter use 6 7 1 3 Connecting to a 9 pin D sub COM Port with Null modem Adapter To connect the PC s 9 pin D sub COM port to a VS 1616A unit using a null modem adapter 1 Connect a flat cable between the PC s 9 pin D sub COM port and the Null modem adapter that attaches
52. nd outputs are configured to that particular unit when expanding as the chart in Figure 7 illustrates For example to connect a 48x64 switcher 48 inputs and 64 outputs you would configure using MACHINE ADDRESS 1 2 3 4 7 8 9 10 13 14 15 and 16 You can only choose a rectangular configuration from the chart in Figure 7 1 For example a 32x32 switcher and a 32x16 switcher In fact you can connect up to 36 units to form a switcher with 96 inputs and 96 outputs E eara 2 For example like this 581 2 but not like this LE e 5 9 Installing the Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher INPUTS MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE 81 96 ADDRESS 31 ADDRESS 32 ADDRESS 33 ADDRESS 34 ADDRESS 35 ADDRESS 36 INPUTS MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE 65 40 ADDRESS 25 ADDRESS 26 ADDRESS 27 ADDRESS 28 ADDRESS 29 ADDRESS 30 INPUTS MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE 49 64 ADDRESSi19 ADDRESS 20 ADDRESS 21 ADDRESS 22 ADDRESS 23 ADDRESS 24 INPUTS MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE 33 48 ADDRESS 13 ADDRESS 14 ADDRESS 15 ADDRESS 16 7 ADDRESS 17 ADDRESS 18 INPUTS
53. nection cables to avoid interference deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching and elevated noise levels often associated with low quality cables e Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality and position your VS 1616A away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust Your Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher Figure 1 illustrates the front and rear panels of the VS 1616A Table 1 and Table 2 define the front and rear panels of the VS 1616A respectively 1 Available from Kramer Electronics on our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com Your Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher CAC 13 14 15 16 10 1 12 as FoooboooooooooooooK v A o 16x16 Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher fff 123456 789110 1345628 SAN EA re oe BORD our TOR mm ET LGR Lan LGR REMOTE LOR LHR LAR LR LUR LIR EETA G 6 G 6 LGR L1R L2R 4 LSR L R Ler G G G G G G G G t G ET E Figure 1 VS 1616A 16x16 Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Your Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher Table 1 Front Panel VS 1616A Features
54. nit is a Slave The Slave always follows the Master In the example illustrated in Figure 6 the first VS 1616A unit is the Master with DIP 6 set OFF disabling the Slave mode and the second VS 1616A unit is a Slave with DIP 6 set ON enabling the Slave mode On the Slave VS 1616A unit the MATRIX and STATUS Displays do not illuminate and the STATUS Display shows the following message Keyboard LOCKED However the STATUS Display on the Slave VS 1616A unit dynamically shows all changes made from the Master VS 1616A unit Front panel control is via the Master VS 1616A unit on which the front panel buttons are unlocked and both the MATRIX and STATUS Displays illuminate Connecting a Control Interface Connect a control interface RS 232 or RS 485 unless operating a VS 1616A as a standalone unit without any control device that is with control from the front panel or IR port and not via a remote controller or a PC The control interface must be identical on each switcher in the series of 16x16 matrix switchers either RS 232 or RS 485 One control interface suffices Do not use both RS 232 and RS 485 control interfaces in the same configuration For example in an interconnected varied format 16x16 switcher application if the switcher that connects to the PC connects via the RS 232 control interface each switcher must interconnect via the RS 232 control interface and not via the RS 485 control interface 1 See section 6 5
55. nits Broadcasting applications often use 4 channels to broadcast stereo audio sound in 2 languages say English and French or to produce surround sound in which the sound is supplied to 4 speakers arranged in each corner of a room 122488 EH 1 2 2 43 u 15 Ez Eg Eg E a Gh Ga et LGR LOR L R LGR LOR LOR L R LGR LOR L R LGR ERSTER AREE RR MU d laa LS ARR OR LUR LBR LR LUR LER DESERT G 4 0 4 0 AEE Se HUNE wa OUTPUT A B 1232480 739910 nunc EH GEH EYEE HHHH Seg ag ea a a ES Ge DEDERE E oo LETC ET CTT INPUT C D LGR Lak LGR 16 1 1 16 OUTPUTS A B C D INPUTS A B C D Figure 6 Configuring a 4 Channel 16x16 Switcher with Two VS 1616A Switchers 6 4 Assembling an Expanded Matrix Switcher You can expand the number of inputs and outputs using several VS 1616A units Set the MACHINE ADDRESS see section 6 6 2 on each VS 1616A unit to define which inputs a
56. no digits blink and the TAKE LED lights 7 2 2 3 Switching One Input to All Outputs To switch one input to all the outputs in the AT ONCE mode 1 Press the ALL button The MATRIX Display shows all the sets of 2 blinking digits each representing the present input number for that respective output blinking simultaneously The STATUS Display shows the message all OUTs 2 Press the appropriate IN button This input switches to all the outputs and the MATRIX Display shows the identical non blinking 2 digits representing that input number To switch one input to all the outputs in the CONFIRM mode the TAKE LED is lit 1 Repeat steps 1 and 2 above The TAKE LED blinks 2 Pressthe TAKE button to confirm the action The selected input switches to all the outputs and the TAKE LED lights 1 Continuously within the limit of the timeout approximately 30 seconds to one minute 2 That corresponds with the second OUT button 30 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating Your Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher The MATRIX Display shows the identical 2 non blinking digits representing that input number for all outputs 7 2 3 Clearing Outputs You can clear delete e output see section 7 2 3 1 e Several outputs see section 7 2 3 2 e All outputs see section 7 2 3 3 7 2 31 Clearing an Output To clear an output in the AT ONCE mode 1 Press the appropriate OUT button The MATRIX Disp
57. re 23 Machine Identification Tables Table 1 Table 2 Table 3 Table 4 Table 5 Table 6 Table 7 Table 8 Table 9 Front Panel VS 1616A Features Rear Panel VS 1616A Features Quick Reference Operating Guide for a Single Machine DIP Switch Definitions Machine DIP Switch Settings Summary of Basic RC IR2 Setups Summary of Basic RC IR2 Operations Technical Specifications of the VS 1616A Video Matrix Switcher Hex Table for the VS 1616A Video Matrix Switcher ji 10 12 14 15 16 19 22 22 23 26 27 36 45 47 51 16 17 49 49 55 56 iii Introduction 1 Introduction Welcome to Kramer Electronics Since 1981 Kramer Electronics has been providing a world of unique creative and affordable solutions to the vast range of problems that confront the video audio presentation and broadcasting professional on a daily basis In recent years we have redesigned and upgraded most of our line making the best even better Our 1 000 plus different models now appear in 11 groups that are clearly defined by function Thank you for purchasing your Kramer VS 1616A 16x16 Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher This product is ideal for the following typical applications e Professional display systems requiring audio signal routing e Broadcast presentation and production facilities e Rental staging applications e Monitoring in large duplication systems The package includes the follow
58. ressthe TAKE button The front panel unlocks and the MATRIX Display momentarily shows the message Front panel UNLOCKED 1 Nevertheless even though the front panel is locked you can still operate via RS 232 or RS 485 serial remote controller or PC 2 After a few seconds the status of the unit replaces this message 3 This message appears continuously in the STATUS Display until the front panel is unlocked 4 IR and Keyboard Extension EXT KEYS commands are also blocked 5 Switching the power off and on again also unlocks the front panel 37 Viewing the MENU Commands Sequence 8 2 1 Press the TAKE button twice The front panel unlocks and the same messages show as in steps 1 and 2 above Choosing the Follow System or Breakaway from System Mode The terms audio follow video and audio breakaway are well known Sometimes signals other than audio signals need to switch simultaneously and at other times need to switch independently For example Non linear editing systems that sometimes combine video with analog audio and at other times combine video with digital audio Duplication systems that make Master tapes from programs with different formats composite analog component analog and component digital When the VS 1616A functions in the Follow SYSTEM mode the VS 1616A switches with other 16x16 matrix switchers implementing the same action simultaneously Breakaway from SYSTEM mode the VS 1616
59. t x Where x is the output number 2 Press the appropriate IN button The output switches to the input and the MATRIX Display shows the 1 For example pressing OUT button 9 shows the blinking digits 01 if input 1 was previously routed to OUT 9 28 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating Your Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher 7 2 2 2 Input instead of the blinking digits The STATUS Display momentarily shows the message out x from in y Where x is the output number and y is the input number Pressing an OUT IN combination when your VS 1616A operates in the CONFIRM mode and the TAKE LED is lit requires user confirmation To switch one input to one output CONFIRM mode 1 Repeatstep 1 above 2 Press the appropriate IN button The MATRIX Display shows the 2 blinking digits representing the input number and the TAKE LED blinks The STATUS Display shows the message out x from in y Where x is the output number and y is the input number 3 Pressthe TAKE button to confirm the action The output switches to the input and the TAKE LED lights Switching Several Inputs to Several Outputs In the AT ONCE mode you need to execute each OUT IN combination separately see section 7 2 2 1 When switching many inputs to many outputs it is recommended to toggle to the CONFIRM mode In the CONFIRM mode you can key in several actions and then confirm them by pressing the TAKE button once simultaneous
60. t one to one uncrossed connections with at least the 3 wires pins 2 3 and 5 2 See section 6 6 21 Installing the Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher 130 PIN 7 Connected to PIN 5 Ground 59e PIN 2 Connected to PIN3 ne PIN 3 Connected to PIN 2 Female 25 pin D sub Male DB9 To Switcher PIN 20 connected to PIN 6 Connect PINS 4 5 and 8 together shielded cable is used connect the shield to PIN 7 DB25 and PIN 5 DB9 Figure 14 Connecting a PC with a 25 pin connector without a Null modem Adapter 6 7 2 2 Set DIP 7 ON disabling Null modem adapter use on the VS 1616A unit Connecting the RS 485 Control Interface Figure 15 defines the RS 485 connector PINOUT for external RS 485 control The RS 485 connector is also used if required for vertical sync lt 2 T uo Figure 15 RS 485 Connector PINOUT To connect an RS 485 connector on one VS 1616A unit to an RS 485 connector on one or more other switchers from the series of 16x16 matrix switchers as Figure 16 illustrates 1 Connect the PIN on the first VS 1616A unit to the PIN on the second VS 1616A unit or other unit 1 See section 6 6 22 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Installing the Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher Connect the PIN on the first VS 1616A unit to the PIN on the second VS 1616A unit or other unit If shielded cable is used for an RS 485
61. t s set the VS 1616A unit to the Follow SYSTEM mode The MATRIX Display blinks the new status of the switcher and the TAKE LED blinks Pressing the TAKE button implements all the changes to the same state as the rest of the system placing the switcher in the Follow SYSTEM mode To set the VS 1616A unit to function in the Breakaway from SYSTEM mode 1 Press the MENU button twice The MATRIX Display shows the message FOLLOW the system yes gt TAKE next gt MENU 2 Press the TAKE button The Displays show the messages Set BREAKAWAY from system current Press TAKE to execute follow SYS 3 Press the TAKE button again The MATRIX Display shows the message the UNIT is set in mode BREAKAWAY from system 1 Pressing a different button cancels the operation and the switcher will remain in its previous state 39 Viewing the MENU Commands Sequence 8 3 8 3 1 Setting the MACHINE ADDRESS Press the MENU button until you reach the Setting the MACHINE ADDRESS command Choose the stand alone or the large matrix setting You set the MACHINE ADDRESS using the OUTkeys to 9 and 10 for 0 The OUTkeys function on a decimal basis and not on a positional basis For example to enter the 15 press 1 followed by 5 not 15 You can change the MACHINE ADDRESS from The stand alone setting to a large matrix setting see section 8 3 1 e A large matrix setting to the stand alone setting see section 8 3 2 e
62. tments 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 obtain service on you product you must take or ship it prepaid to any authorized Kramer service center 2 Whenever warranty service is required the original dated invoice or a copy must be presented as proof of warranty coverage and should be included in any shipment of the product Please also include in any mailing a contact name company address and a description of the problem s 3 For the name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center consult your authorized dealer LIMITATION 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 OFDAMAGES The liability of Kramer for any effective products is limited to the repair or replacement of the product at our option Kramer shall not be liable for 1 Damage to other property caused by defects in this product damages based upon inconvenience loss of use of the product loss of time commercial loss or 2 Anyother 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
63. ton to confirm the actions The inputs are cleared and the TAKE LED lights The MATRIX Display does not show any Input in its place 7 2 3 3 Clearing All Outputs To clear all outputs in the AT ONCE mode 7 2 4 1 Press the ALL button The MATRIX Display shows all the sets of 2 blinking digits each representing the present input number connected to that respective output blinking simultaneously The STATUS Display shows the message all OUTs Press the OFF button All the outputs are cleared and the MATRIX Display momentarily shows the message Reset ALL connections 1111 To switch one input to all the outputs in CONFIRM mode the TAKE LED is lit 1 2 Repeat step above Press the OFF button The TAKE LED blinks and the MATRIX Display shows the message Reset ALL Press TAKE to execute Press the TAKE button to confirm All the outputs are cleared and the TAKE LED lights Storing and Recalling Setups You can store up to 99 settings in the non volatile memory with the ability to recall each of those settings 1 You can press the OFF button first and then the ALL button the order is irrelevant 33 Operating Your Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher 7 2 4 1 7 2 4 2 Storing Setups To store a setting do the following 1 Press the STO button The Displays show the messages Enter SETUP number Store use two digit 01 99 xy Where xy are the OUT buttons
64. tputs 1 to 16 from the first VS 1616A unit MACHINE ADDRESS 7 Alternatively you could connect the balanced outputs from the second VS 1616A unit MACHINE ADDRESS 1 or if required you could connect the balanced outputs from both the first and second VS 1616A units forming a 1 2 distribution amplifier The inputs on the MACHINE ADDRESS 1 are system inputs 1 to 16 and the inputs on the MACHINE ADDRESS 7 are system inputs 17 to 32 The 2 VS 1616A units form a 32x16 switcher 1 For a single group this is usually set to 1 as in the example in Figure 9 2 To the audio acceptors not shown in Figure 9 3 However connecting the balanced outputs from one unit suffices Installing the Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher ENLARGED VIEW interconnect each corresponding EXTENSION UNBALANCED OUT connector between ji LGR MACHINE 1 MACHINE ADDRESS 7 MACHINE 1 MACHINE ADDRESS 1 X a RE GG E 3 EET EET 8 32 1 OUTPUTS 1 16 umen Tan
65. tup by pressing the TAKE button several times as required Pressing the TAKE button lets you see how a command is setup wthout changing it COMMUNICATION setting yes gt TAKE next gt MENU IR REMOTE setting yes gt TAKE next gt MENU AUTO store current SETUP yes gt TAKE next gt MENU identify MACHINE yes gt TAKE next gt MENU initial RESET yes gt TAKE next gt MENU Figure 20 Sequence of MENU Commands You can stop changing a setup at any time by pressing any IN button 36 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Viewing the MENU Commands Sequence 8 1 Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel To prevent changing the settings accidentally or tampering with the unit via the front panel buttons lock your VS 1616A Unlocking releases the protection mechanism To lock the VS 1616A 1 Press the MENU button once The MATRIX Display shows the message LOCK front panel yes gt TAKE next gt MENU 2 Press the TAKE button The front panel locks and the Displays momentarily show the messages Front panel LOCKED Keyboard LOCKED to unlock press MENU Pressing a front panel button has no effect but remote RS 232 and RS 485 commands function and show on the MATRIX Display To unlock the VS 1616A Either 1 Press MENU button The MATRIX Display shows the message to UNLOCK front panel press TAKE The TAKE LED blinks 2 P
66. used 9 2 Upgrading the Firmware 1 Install and run the K Sender program on your PC 2 Open K Sender program The File COM Port Sender window opens 1 Electrically programmable and erasable 2 The number 15 in the file name indicates the version number 1 5 Be sure you receive the latest version and that it is a hex file 3 Refer to section 6 6 for full details 52 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Upgrading the Flash Memory Choose the appropriate COM port Be sure that 9600 Baud rate is chosen Click the File button Locate the file 1616 15 and click the Open button The filename appears in the lower part of the window in bold script Press and hold the TAKE button while simultaneously turning on the POWER switch on the VS 1616A After a few seconds following the initial machine identification message the MATRIX Display shows the following message Please release key TAKE Release the TAKE button The TAKE LED blinks and the MATRIX Display shows the following message Update program Please confirm lt TAKE gt Press the TAKE button The MATRIX Display shows the following message YOU will lose current SETUP Confirm lt TAKE gt Press the TAKE button again The MATRIX Display shows the following message Are you ABSOLUTELY sure Press TAKE to execute At this stage and at any time previously you can cancel the operation by pressing any button ot
67. vice user manual for full details Table 6 and Table 7 summarize the setup and operational commands Table 6 Summary of Basic RC IR2 Setups To execute this command Press the following keys in this sequence Allocate the VS 1616A to Group 12 SHIFT GROUP 12 Set the MACHINE UNIT key according to the VS 1616A DIP switch settings To enable IR REMOTE control when set OFF do the following 1 Press the MENU button until reaching the IR REMOTE setting The MATRIX Display shows the message IR REMOTE setting yes gt TAKE next gt MENU 2 Press the TAKE button The Displays show the messages Outkey 1 InfraredREMOTE OFF current 2 InfraredREMOTE ON remote OFF 3 Press the OUT button 2 The TAKE LED blinks and the Displays show the messages Turn ON infrared REMOTE Current Press TAKE to execute remote OFF 4 Press TAKE button again The Displays show the messages Infrared REMOTE mode Current changed remote ON Table 7 Summary of Basic RC IR2 Operations To execute this command Press the following keys in this sequence Switch an Input to an Output key for the output key for the input Store Recall a setup SHIFT STO RCL key for the setup 1 After enabling the IR REMOTE control command remotely control the VS 1616A via the RC IR2 remote control transmitter pointed at the remote receiver on the front panel of
68. xtension cable or a power strip and that you use only the power cord that is supplied with the machine To rack mount a machine 1 Attach both ear brackets to the machine To do so remove the screws from each side of the machine 5 on each side and replace those screws through the ear brackets Place the ears of the machine against the rack rails and insert the proper screws not provided through each of the five holes in the rack ears Note that In some models the front panel may feature built in rack ears Detachable rack ears can be removed for desktop use Always mount the machine in the rack before you attach any cables or connect the machine to the power If you are using a Kramer rack adapter kit for a machine that is not 19 see the Rack Adapters user manual for installation instructions you can download it at http www kramerelectronics com KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Installing the Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher 6 Installing the Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher To install the VS 1616A connect the following to the rear panel as required Power cord Audio input and output cables Control Interface cables between switcher units or PC or other controller as section 6 7 describes Set the DIP switches as section 6 6 describes Set the system variables using the MENU function as section 8 describes Using the VS 1616A unit and or other

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