Kramer VS-88HD User manual

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.

Preliminary

USER MANUAL

Model:

VS-88HD

8x8 HD-SDI Matrix Switcher

Contents

1Introduction 1

2Getting Started 1

2.1 Quick Start 2

3Overview 3

4Your VS-88HD 8x8 HD-SDI Matrix Switcher 4

4.1 Using the IR Transmitter 7

5Installing the VS-88HD in a Rack 8

6Connecting the VS-88HD 9

6.1 Connecting the VS-88HD in the Single Link Mode 9

6.2 Connecting the VS-88HD in the Dual Link Mode 11

6.3 Setting the Working Mode 13

6.4 Connecting the RS-232 Port 13

6.4.1 Determining the Machine Number 13

6.4.2 Setting the DIP-Switches 14

6.5 Connecting a PC or Controller to the RS-485 Port 15

6.5.1 Setting the Address Switches 15

6.5.2 Setting the Line Termination 15

6.6 Switching Genlocked Video Signals 16

6.7 Connecting the Ethernet Port 16

6.7.1 Connecting the ETHERNET Port Directly to a PC (Crossover Cable) 16

6.7.2 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub (Straight-Through Cable) 18

6.8 Configuring the Ethernet Port 18

6.9 Controlling via the Ethernet Port 19

6.10 Using the Ethernet Reset Button 19

7Operating the VS-88HD 20

7.1 Operating the VS-88HD from the Front Panel 20

7.1.1 Power On Display 20

7.1.2 Using the AT ONCE and CONFIRM Modes 20

7.1.3 Switching in the AT ONCE Mode 20

7.1.4 Toggling Between Modes 21

7.1.5 Switching in the CONFIRM Mode 21

7.1.6 Storing an Input/Output Configuration 21

7.1.7 Recalling an Input/Output Configuration 22

7.1.8 Locking the Front Panel 22

7.1.9 Switching Protocols 22

7.1.10 Indicating Errors 23

7.2 Using Serial Commands 23

7.3 Using the Infrared Remote Controller 23

8Technical Specifications 24

9Communication Parameters 24

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Contents

10 Using the P3K Wizard 25

10.1 Changing the Device Parameters 25

10.2 Updating the VS-88HD Firmware 27

11 Kramer Protocol 3000 28

11.1 Switching Protocols 28

11.2 Kramer Protocol 3000 Syntax 29

11.2.1 Host Message Format 29

11.2.2 Simple Command 29

11.2.3 Command String 29

11.2.4 Device Message Format 29

11.2.5 Device Long Response 29

11.2.6 Command Terms 30

11.2.7 Entering Commands 30

11.2.8 Command Forms 31

11.2.9 Command Chaining 31

11.2.10 Maximum String Length 31

11.2.11 Backward Support 31

11.3 Kramer Protocol 3000 Commands 32

11.3.1 Device Initiated Messages 32

11.3.2 Result and Error Codes 32

11.3.3 Basic Routing Commands 32

11.3.4 Preset Commands 33

11.3.5 Operation Commands 33

11.3.6 Machine Information Commands 33

11.3.7 Identification Commands 34

11.3.8 Network Setting Commands 34

12 Hex Table (Protocol 2000) 35

13 Kramer Protocol 2000 36

Figures

Figure 1: VS-88HD 8x8 HD-SDI Matrix Switcher 5

Figure 2: Connecting the VS-88HD 8x8 HD-SDI Matrix Switcher 10

Figure 3: VS-88HD Dual-Link Inputs and Outputs 12

Figure 4: Connecting the Dual-Link VS-88HD 8x8 HD-SDI Matrix Switcher 12

Figure 5: DIP-Switch Settings 14

Figure 6: Local Area Connection Properties Window 17

Figure 7: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window 17

Figure 8: Connect Screen 18

Figure 9: Device Properties Screen 19

Figure 10: P3K Wizard Screen 25

Figure 11: Connect Window 26

Figure 12: Device Properties Window 27

Contents

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Tables

Table 1: Front Panel VS-88HD 8x8 HD-SDI Matrix Switcher 6

Table 2: Rear Panel VS-88HD 8x8 HD-SDI Matrix Switcher 6

Table 3: Machine # DIP-Switch Settings 14

Table 4: DIP-Switch Settings 14

Table 5: Genlock Settings 16

Table 6: VS-88HD Technical Specifications 24

Table 7: Communication Parameters 24

Table 8: VS-88HD Hex Codes for Switching via RS-232/RS-485 35

Table 9: Protocol Definitions 36

Table 10: Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 37

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 13 groups

that are clearly

defined by function.

Thank you for purchasing the Kramer VS-88HD 8x8 HD-SDI Matrix

Switcher, which is ideal for:

Professional broadcasting and production studios

Presentation applications

The package includes the following items:

The VS-88HD 8x8 HD-SDI Matrix Switcher

RC-IR3 remote control (with manual)

Power cord

and rack “ears”

This user manual

2 Getting Started

We recommend that you:

Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and

packaging materials for possible future shipment

Review the contents of this user manual

Use Kramer high performance high-resolution cables

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; GROUP 12: Digital Signage; and GROUP 13: Audio

We recommend that you use only the power cord supplied with this device

Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com

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Getting Started

2.1 Quick Start

This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation:

Overview

3 Overview

The VS-88HD is a high-performance matrix switcher for HD-SDI and dual

link HD-SDI signals. The unit can switch up to 8 single link inputs to any or

all of 8 single link outputs or 4 dual link inputs to any or all of 4 dual link

outputs.

In particular, the VS-88HD features:

Operation of up to 1.5Gbps – enabling it to be used for standard

definition and high-definition serial digital video signals

(SDI/HD-SDI)

SMPTE 259M, 344M, 292M, and 372M (dual link) compliance

and support for data rates of 270Mbps, 1483.5Mbps, and

1485Mbps

Cable equalization up to 350m for SD

signals and 140m for

1.5GHz HD

signals

Reclocking and equalization on each input, storing and recalling

setups, and a TAKE button for the execution of multiple switches

all at once

The ability to switch genlocked video signals according to the

timing of the genlock reference input. Switching according to the

bi-level or tri-level genlock

input according to SMPTE RP-168

The VS-88HD is housed in a 19" 1U rack-mountable enclosure, and is fed

from a 100-240 VAC universal switching power supply. The unit can be

controlled via the front panel buttons or via:

An infrared remote control transmitter

An infrared remote extension cable transmitter

Remotely, by RS-232 or RS-485 serial commands transmitted by a

PC, touch screen system, or other serial controller

The Ethernet

By default, the VS-88HD is operated using the Kramer 3000

protocol (see section 7.1.9 for details of how to switch to Protocol

2000 and section 10.2 for the relevant protocol commands)

Standard Definition (SD) means an NTSC or PAL compatible video format, consisting of 480 (for NTSC) or 576 (for PAL)

lines of interlaced video

High Definition (HD) means a video format, consisting of 720 active lines of progressive video or 1080 lines of progressive

or interlaced video

The sources must be genlocked to the GENLOCK input in order to switch clearly

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Your VS-88HD 8x8 HD-SDI Matrix Switcher

To achieve the best performance:

Use only good quality connection cables

to avoid interference,

deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated

noise levels (often associated with low quality cables)

Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may

adversely influence signal quality and position your Kramer

VS-88HD away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust

4 Your VS-88HD 8x8 HD-SDI Matrix Switcher

Figure 1, Table 1, and Table 2 define the VS-88HD 8x8 HD-SDI Matrix

Switcher.

Available from Kramer Electronics on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com

Your VS-88HD 8x8 HD-SDI Matrix Switcher

Figure 1: VS-88HD 8x8 HD-SDI Matrix Switcher

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Your VS-88HD 8x8 HD-SDI Matrix Switcher

Table 1: Front Panel VS-88HD 8x8 HD-SDI Matrix Switcher

Feature

Function

IR Receiver

The yellow LED illuminates when receiving signals from the infrared remote

control transmitter

POWER LED

Illuminates when the unit is ON

ALL Button

Pressing ALL followed by an INPUT button, connects that input to all outputs

OFF Button

Pressing OFF+OUT disconnects that output from the inputs;

pressing OFF+ALL disconnects all the outputs;

a long press toggles between dual link and normal mode (see section 6.3)

IN SELECT Buttons

Select the input to switch to the output;

long presses on buttons IN1 to IN5 change the genlock timing (see Table 5)

OUT SELECT Buttons

Select the output to which the input is switched

STO (STORE) Button

Pressing STO followed by an IN / OUT button stores the current setting

RCL (RECALL) Button

Pressing the RCL button and the corresponding INPUT / OUTPUT key recalls a

setup from the non-volatile memory

LOCK Button

A long press toggles activation/inactivation of the front panel buttons;

pressing LOCK+OUT2 selects Protocol 2000; pressing LOCK+OUT3 selects

Protocol 3000

TAKE Button

Pressing TAKE toggles the mode between the CONFIRM mode and the AT

ONCE mode (user confirmation per action is unnecessary)

7-segment Display

Displays the selected input switched to the output (marked above each input)

Table 2: Rear Panel VS-88HD 8x8 HD-SDI Matrix Switcher

Feature

Function

GENLOCK BNC Connector

Connects to the genlock source

TERM HI-Z/75Ω Pushbutton

Presstoterminatethegenlocksource(75Ω)orreleaseforlooping

LOOP BNC Connector

Connects to the genlock connector of the next unit in the line

INPUT BNC Connectors

Connects to the serial digital video sources

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

Connects to the PC or the remote controller

PROG/RS-485 TERM

DIP-switches

PROG DIP-switch enables microcontroller firmware upgrade

RS-485 TERM DIP-switch terminates the RS-485linewitha120Ωload

RS-485 Terminal Block Port

Pins B (-) and A (+) are for RS-485;

Pin G may be connected to the shield (if required)

ETHERNET RJ-45 Connector

Connects to the PC or other Serial Controller through computer networking

LAN

MACH # DIP-switches

DIP-switches 1-4 for setting the Machine Address of the unit

ETH RESET Button

Press to reset to factory default definitions1:

IP number 192.168.1.39, Mask –255.255.0.0, Gateway –0.0.0.0

OUTPUT BNC Connectors

Connect to the serial digital video acceptors

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)2

Power Connector with Fuse

AC connector enabling power supply to the unit

Power Switch

Turns the power to the unit ON and OFF

First disconnect the power cord and then connect it again while pressing the ETH Factory Reset button. The unit powers up

and loads its memory with the factory default definitions and erases all stored presets

Optional. Can be used instead of the front panel (built-in) IR receiver to remotely control the VS-88HD (only if the internal

IR connection cable has been installed) (See section 4.1)

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