Kramer VS-88HN User manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.

USER MANUAL

MODEL:

VS-88HN

8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher

P/N: 2900-300155 Rev 10

VS-88HN - 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-88HN 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher 5

3.3 Using the IR Transmitter 8

4Installing in a Rack 9

5Connecting the VS-88HN 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher 10

6Operating the VS-88HN 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher 12

6.1 Switching an Input to an Output 12

6.2 Acquiring the EDID 12

6.3 Storing and Recalling a Setting 14

6.4 Changing the Port Switching Speed 15

6.5 Setting HDCP to On/Off 16

6.6 Resetting the IP Parameters 17

6.7 Switching Between Protocol 2000 and Protocol 3000 17

6.8 Connecting via RS-232 17

6.9 Connecting via Ethernet 18

6.10 Upgrading the Firmware 18

7Technical Specifications 19

8Default Communication Parameters 20

9Default EDID 21

10 Kramer Protocol 2000 24

11 Protocol 3000 27

11.1 Kramer Protocol 3000 Syntax 27

11.2 Kramer Protocol 3000 Commands 30

11.3 Kramer Protocol 3000 –Detailed Commands 31

Figures

Figure 1: VS-88HN 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher Front Panel 6

Figure 2: VS-88HN 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher Rear Panel 7

Figure 3: Connecting the VS-88HN 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher 11

Figure 4: Store-Recall Button Configuration 14

VS-88HN - 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 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-88HN 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher,

which is ideal for the following typical applications:

Conference room presentations

Advertising applications

Rental and staging

VS-88HN - 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-88HN 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-88HN - 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-88HN - Overview

3 Overview

The VS-88HN is a high quality 8x8 matrix switcher for HDMI signals. It reclocks

and equalizes the signal and can route any input to any or all outputs

simultaneously.

In particular, the VS-88HN features:

Up to 6.75Gbps data rate (2.25Gbps per graphics 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™, Dolby® TrueHD, Dolby Digital

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

3D pass-through

Kramer reKlocking™ & 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

16 Preset memory locations for quick access to common configurations

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

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

serial controller

The Kramer infrared remote control transmitter

A PC connected to the Ethernet port on the device via a LAN

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

VS-88HN - 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-88HN 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-88HN 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher

This section defines the VS-88HN.

VS-88HN - Overview

Figure 1: VS-88HN 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher Front Panel

Feature

Function

IR Indication LED

Lights yellow when receiving signals from the infrared remote control transmitter

IR Receiver

Signal receiver for the infrared remote control transmitter

POWER LED

Lights when the device is turned on

ALL Button

Press followed by an input button to connect the selected input to all outputs

For example, press ALL and then Input button # 2 to connect input # 2 to all the outputs

OFF Button

Press after pressing an output button to disconnect the selected output from the inputs.

To disconnect all the outputs, press ALL followed by OFF

SELECT Buttons

IN (1 to 8)

Press to select the input to switch after selecting an output (also used for storing machine

setups (see Section 6.3)

OUT (1 to 8)

Press to select an output to switch followed by an input (also used for storing machine setups

(see Section 6.3)

STO Button

Press to store the current switching setting to a preset (see Section 6.3)

RCL Button

Press to recall the current switching setting from a preset (see Section 6.3)

LOCK Button

Press and hold to toggle the locking/release of the front panel buttons.

When storing or recalling presets, press to store or recall the preset (see Section 6.3)

EDID Button

Press to capture the EDID (see Section 6.2)

OUTPUT/INPUT 7-segment LED Display

Displays the input currently switched to the output which is marked above each input

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Figure 2: VS-88HN 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher Rear Panel

Feature

Function

IN HDMI Connectors(1 to 8)

Connect to up to 8 HDMI sources

OUT HDMI Connectors (1 to 8)

Connect to up to 8 HDMI acceptors

RS-232 9-pin D-sub Port Connector

Connect to a PC/serial controller

ETHERNET RJ-45 Connector

Connect to a PC via a LAN

ETH RESET Button

Press to reset to the factory default IP parameters:

IP number 192.168.1.39

Mask –255.255.255.0

Gateway –192.168.1.1

Depress the button while powering on the device. The device powers up with the factory default IP parameters

REMOTE IR Opening

Connect to an external IR receiver for controlling the device via and IR remote controller (see

Section 3.3)

Covered by a cap. The 3.5mm jack at the end of the internal IR connection cable fits into this opening

Mains Power Connector

Connect to the mains power

Mains Power Fuse

Fuse for protecting the device

Mains Power Switch

Switch for turning the device on or off

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