Kramer VS-88HDCPxl User manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.

USER MANUAL

MODEL:

VS-88HDCPxl

8x8 DVI Matrix Switcher

P/N: 2900-300016 Rev 9

VS-88HDCPxl – Contents

Contents

1Introduction 1

2Getting Started 2

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2

2.2 Safety Instructions 3

2.3 Recycling Kramer Products 3

3Overview 4

3.1 About Fast Switching 5

3.2 Defining the VS-88HDCPxl 8x8 DVI Matrix Switcher 5

3.3 Using the IR Transmitter 8

4Installing in a Rack 9

5Connecting the VS-88HDCPxl 10

5.1 Connecting to the VS-88HDCPxl via RS-232 11

5.2 Connecting via Ethernet 12

6Operating the VS-88HDCPxl 8x8 DVI Matrix Switcher 13

6.1 Routing Inputs to Outputs 13

6.2 Disconnecting the Outputs 13

6.3 Storing and Recalling a Setup 14

6.4 Changing the Port Switching Speed 15

6.5 Acquiring the EDID 16

6.6 Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel 18

6.7 Resetting the Ethernet Configuration to Default Values 18

6.8 Controlling Configuration via the Ethernet Port 18

6.9 Firmware Upgrade 18

7Technical Specifications 19

8Default Communication Parameters 20

9Protocol 2000 21

10 Application Software Tools 24

10.1 Control Methods 24

10.2 Firmware Upgrade 24

Figures

Figure 1: VS-88HDCPxl 8x8 DVI Matrix Switcher Front Panel 6

Figure 2: VS-88HDCPxl 8x8 DVI Matrix Switcher Rear Panel 7

Figure 3: Connecting to the VS-88HDCPxl Rear Panel 11

Figure 4: SELECTOR Buttons 14

VS-88HDCPxl - 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 14 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; GROUP 11:

Sierra Video Products; GROUP 12: Digital Signage; GROUP 13: Audio; and

GROUP 14: Collaboration.

Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VS-88HDCPxl 8x8 DVI Matrix

Switcher, which is ideal for the following applications:

 Conference room presentations

 Advertising

 Rental and staging

VS-88HDCPxl - 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.kramerav.com/downloads/VS-88HDCPxl

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-88HDCPxl 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.

VS-88HDCPxl - Getting Started

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

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-88HDCPxl - Overview

3 Overview

The high-quality Kramer VS-88HDCPxl is an HDCP compatible 8 x 8 DVI Matrix

Switcher that accepts up to eight DVI inputs and routes the selected DVI input

signal to any or all of eight DVI outputs.

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

The VS-88HDCPxl features:

 Max. Data Rate - 6.75Gbps (2.25Gbps per graphic channel)

Suitable for resolutions up to UXGA at 60Hz, and for all HD resolutions

 HDTV Compatibility

 HDCP Compliance

 HDMI Support for Deep Color, x.v.Color™, 3D Pass-Through, HDMI

Compressed Audio Channels

 Input/Output - DVI-D signals (on DVI-I connectors)

 Kramer Equalization and re-Klocking™ Technology - Rebuilds the digital

signal integrity to travel longer distances

 Fast Switching Technology - Reduces switching delay between DVI/HDMI

sources

 Output Disconnect - Each output

 Front Panel Lockout

 Memory Locations - Stores multiple switches as presets to be recalled and

executed when needed

 Worldwide Power Supply - 100-240V AC

 Standard 19-inch Rack Mount Size - 2U. Rack “ears” included

VS-88HDCPxl - Overview

You can control the VS-88HDCPxl using the front panel buttons or remotely via:

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

serial controller

 The Kramer infrared remote control transmitter

 The Ethernet port

 An external remote IR receiver (optional), see Section 3.3

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-88HDCPxl 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-88HDCPxl 8x8 DVI Matrix Switcher

This section defines the VS-88HDCPxl.

VS-88HDCPxl - Overview

Figure 1: VS-88HDCPxl 8x8 DVI Matrix Switcher Front Panel

Feature

Function

IR Receiver and LED

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

POWER LED

Lights green when the unit is turned on

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)

SELECT OUT Buttons

Press to select an output (from 1 to 8)

Note that when a sink is connected to an output, that output button lights

If a screen that does not support HDCP is connected to an output, the button of that output

may possibly remain unlit

SELECT IN Buttons

Press to select an input (from 1 to 8)

Note that when there is a live signal at an input, that input button lights

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 6.6). Press and hold

a second time to unlock the front panel buttons

EDID Button

Press to acquire the EDID

OUTPUT 1 to 6

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 relevant input channel

VS-88HDCPxl –Overview

VS-88HDCPxl - Overview

VS-88HDCPxl –Overview

Figure 2: VS-88HDCPxl 8x8 DVI Matrix Switcher Rear Panel

Feature

Function

INPUT DVI Connectors

Connect to the DVI sources (from 1 to 8)

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

Connect to a PC or the serial remote controller (see Section 8)

ETHERNET RJ-45 Connector

Connect to a PC or other Ethernet controller via a LAN (see Section 8)

RESET Button

Press and hold to reset the Ethernet configuration to its factory default values (see

Section 8)

OUTPUT DVI Connectors

Connect to the DVI acceptors (from 1 to 8)

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 3.3

Mains Power Connector with Switch and Fuse

Connect to the AC mains supply and use the switch to turn the device on or off

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