Kramer VS-44HDCP User manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.

USER MANUAL

MODEL:

VS-44HDCP

4x4 DVI Matrix Switcher

P/N: 2900-300210 Rev 3

VS-44HDCP –Contents

Contents

1Introduction 1

2Getting Started 2

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2

2.2 Safety Instructions 2

2.3 Recycling Kramer Products 3

3Overview 4

3.1 About Fast Switching 5

3.2 Defining the VS-44HDCP 4x4 DVI Matrix Switcher 5

4Installing in a Rack 8

5Connecting the VS-44HDCP 9

6Operating the VS-44HDCP 4x4 DVI Matrix Switcher 11

6.1Routing Inputs to Outputs 11

6.2 Disconnecting the Outputs 11

6.3 Storing and Recalling a Setup 12

6.4 Changing the Port Switching Speed 13

6.5 Setting HDCP to On/Off 13

6.6 Switching Between Protocol 2000 and Protocol 3000 14

6.7 Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel 15

6.8 Acquiring the EDID 15

6.9 Resetting the Ethernet Configuration to Default Values 17

7Controlling the VS-44HDCP 18

7.1 Connecting to the VS-44HDCP via RS-232 18

7.2 Connecting via Ethernet 18

7.3 Using the IR Transmitter 19

7.4 Firmware Upgrade 19

8Technical Specifications 20

9Default Communication Parameters 21

10 Default EDID 22

11 Protocol 3000 24

11.1 Kramer Protocol 3000 Syntax 24

11.2 Kramer Protocol 3000 Commands 27

11.3 Kramer Protocol 3000 –Detailed Commands 28

12 Kramer Protocol 2000 42

Figures

Figure 1: VS-44HDCP 4x4 DVI Matrix Switcher Front Panel 6

Figure 2: VS-44HDCP 4x4 DVI Matrix Switcher Rear Panel 7

Figure 3: Connecting to the VS-44HDCP Rear Panel 10

Figure 4: SELECTOR Buttons 12

VS-44HDCP - 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 video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting professionals

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 Video Products.

Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VS-44HDCP 4x4 DVI Matrix Switcher,

which is ideal for conference room presentations and advertising applications as

well as for rental and staging.

VS-44HDCP - Getting Started

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

Go to http://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/product_downloads.asp

to check for up-to-date user manuals, application programs, and to check if

firmware upgrades are available (where appropriate).

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance

To achieve the best performance:

Use only good quality connection cables (we recommend Kramer high-

performance, high-resolution 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

Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely

influence signal quality

Position your Kramer VS-44HDCP away from moisture, excessive sunlight

and dust

This equipment is to be used only inside a building. It may only be

connected to other equipment that is installed inside a building.

2.2 Safety Instructions

Caution:

There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit

Warning:

Use only the power cord that is supplied with the unit

Warning:

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-44HDCP - Getting Started

2.3 Recycling Kramer Products

The Waste Electrical and 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://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/recycling/.

VS-44HDCP - Overview

3 Overview

The VS-44HDCP is a high quality 4x4 DVI matrix switcher. It reclocks and

equalizes the signals and can route any input to any or all outputs simultaneously.

It accepts up to four DVI/HDMI (over DVI-D connector) inputs and routes the

selected DVI input signal to any or all of four DVI/HDMI outputs.

DVI-D (Digital). Note that only the digital signal (DVI D) is available on the DVI connector.

In particular, the VS-44HDCP features:

Up to 6.75Gbps data rate (2.25Gbps per graphics channel)

Suitable for resolutions up to UXGA and 1080p at 60Hz

Support for HDCP (High Definition Digital Content Protection)

HDMI Support - HDMI support for Deep Color, x.v.Color™, Dolby® TrueHD,

Dolby Digital Plus, DTS−HD®, and linear PCM 7.1 surround sound

3D pass-through

Support for up to 7.1 multi-channel audio

Kramer reKlocking™ and Equalization Technology that rebuilds the digital

signal to travel longer distances

A LOCK button to prevent unwanted tampering with the buttons on the front

panel

Eight reset memory locations for quick access to common configurations

Support for Kramer Protocol 2000 and Protocol 3000

You can control the VS-44HDCP using the front panel buttons or remotely via:

RS-232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system, PC or other

serial controller

The Ethernet port

The Kramer infrared remote control transmitter

The infrared remote extension cable transmitter (optional), see Section 7.3

VS-44HDCP - Overview

3.1 About Fast Switching

Older display devices required a longer time between the loss of one digital signal

and the introduction of another, as well as a physical disconnection of the

interconnecting cable in order to be able to detect and adjust to the new video

attributes and parameters. Normal switching, therefore, introduced a 5V signal

disconnection along with a delay in switching. Many newer display devices,

however, are now capable of “on-the-fly” switching.

Depending on the display device in use, the VS-44HDCP allows for fast switching

(minor reset and the connection kept alive) and extra fast switching (no reset and

the connection kept alive). Using the fast and extra fast switching modes allows for

fraction-of-a-second switching times when using high performance display devices

or when using a scaler on the video output.

3.2 Defining the VS-44HDCP 4x4 DVI Matrix Switcher

This section defines the VS-44HDCP.

Figure 1: VS-44HDCP 4x4 DVI Matrix Switcher Front Panel

Feature

Function

IR Receiver and LED

IR remote control sensor. LED lights yellow when receiving an IR signal

ALL Button

Press to select all inputs or all outputs (see Section 6.1)

OFF Button

Press to disconnect one or all outputs (see Section 6.2)

IN Buttons

Press to select an input (from 1 to 4)

OUT Buttons

Press to select an output (from 1 to 4)

STO Button

Press to store a switching configuration

RCL Button

Press to recall a switching configuration

LOCK Button

Press and hold to lock the front panel buttons and to acquire the EDID (see Section 6.5). Press and hold

a second time to unlock the front panel buttons

EDID Button

Press to acquire the EDID

OUTPUT 1 to 4

Indicates the output channels and their respective input selections on the 7-segment display

INPUT 7-segment Display

Number shown on the display indicates the input channel routed to the corresponding output channel

VS-44HDCP –Overview

Figure 2: VS-44HDCP 4x4 DVI Matrix Switcher Rear Panel

Feature

Function

IN DVI Connectors

Connect to the DVI/HDMI (over DVI-D connector) sources (from 1 to 4)

OUT DVI Connectors

Connect to the DVI/HDMI acceptors (from 1 to 4)

RS-232 9-pin D-sub (F) Connector

Connect to a PC or the serial remote controller (see Section 9)

ETHERNET RJ-45 Connector

Connect to a PC or other Ethernet controller via a LAN (see Section 9)

RESET Button

Press and hold while powering on the device to reset to factory default IP settings (see

Section 6.9 and see Section 9)

REMOTE IR 3.5mm Mini Jack

Connect to an external IR receiver unit for controlling the machine via an IR remote controller

(instead of using the front panel IR receiver), see Section 7.3

Power Connector with Fuse

AC connector, enabling power supply to the unit

POWERSwitch

Switch for turning the unit ON or OFF

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