Kramer VS-88SDI User manual

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.

Preliminary

USER MANUAL

Model:

VS-88SDI

Contents

1Introduction 1

2Getting Started 1

2.1 Quick Start 2

3Overview 3

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

4.1 Using the IR Transmitter 7

5Installing the VS-88SDI in a Rack 8

6Connecting the VS-88SDI 9

6.1 Connecting the RS-232 Port 10

6.1.1 Determining the Machine Number 11

6.1.2 Setting the DIP-Switches 11

6.2 Connecting a PC or Controller to the RS-485 Port 12

6.2.1 Setting the Address Switches 12

6.2.2 Setting the Line Termination 13

6.3 Factory Reset 13

6.4 Switching Genlocked Video Signals 13

6.5 Connecting the Ethernet Port 13

6.5.1 Connecting the ETHERNET Port Directly to a PC (Crossover Cable) 14

6.5.2 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub (Straight-Through Cable) 15

6.6 Configuring the Ethernet Port 15

6.7 Controlling via the Ethernet Port 17

6.8 Using the Ethernet Reset Button 17

7Operating the VS-88SDI 18

7.1 Operating the VS-88SDI from the Front Panel 18

7.1.1 Power On Display 18

7.1.2 Using the AT ONCE and CONFIRM Modes 18

7.1.3 Switching in the AT ONCE Mode 18

7.1.4 Toggling Between Modes 19

7.1.5 Switching in the CONFIRM Mode 19

7.1.6 Storing an Input/Output Configuration 19

7.1.7 Recalling an Input/Output Configuration 20

7.1.8 Locking the Front Panel 20

7.1.9 Switching Protocols 20

7.1.10 Indicating Errors 20

7.2 Using Serial Commands 21

7.3 Using the Infrared Remote Controller 21

8Technical Specifications 21

9Communication Parameters 22

10 Using the P3K Wizard 22

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Contents

10.1 Changing the Device Parameters 22

10.2 Updating the VS-88SDI Firmware 25

11 Kramer Protocol 3000 26

11.1 Switching Protocols 26

11.2 Kramer Protocol 3000 Syntax 27

11.2.1 Host Message Format 27

11.2.1.1 Simple Command 27

11.2.1.2 Command String 27

11.2.2 Device Message Format 27

11.2.2.1 Device Long Response 27

11.2.3 Command Terms 28

11.2.4 Entering Commands 28

11.2.5 Command Forms 29

11.2.6 Command Chaining 29

11.2.7 Maximum String Length 29

11.2.8 Backward Support 29

11.3 Kramer Protocol 3000 Commands 30

11.3.1 Device Initiated Messages 30

11.3.2 Result and Error Codes 30

11.3.3 Basic Routing Commands 30

11.3.4 Preset Commands 31

11.3.5 Operation Commands 31

11.3.6 Machine Information Commands 31

11.3.7 Identification Commands 32

11.3.8 Network Setting Commands 32

12 Hex Table (Protocol 2000) 33

13 Kramer Protocol 2000 34

Figures

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

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

Figure 3: DIP-Switch Settings 12

Figure 4: Local Area Connection Properties Window 14

Figure 5: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window 15

Figure 6: Connect Screen 16

Figure 7: Device Properties Screen 17

Figure 8: P3K Wizard Screen 23

Figure 9: Connect Window 24

Figure 10: Device Properties Window 25

Contents

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Tables

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

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

Table 3: Machine # DIP-Switch Settings 11

Table 4: DIP-Switch Settings 12

Table 5: Genlock Settings 13

Table 6: VS-88SDI Technical Specifications 21

Table 7: Communication Parameters 22

Table 8: VS-88SDI Hex Codes for Switching via RS-232/RS-485 33

Table 9: Protocol Definitions 34

Table 10: Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 35

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 groups1

Thank you for purchasing the Kramer VS-88SDI , which is ideal for:

that are clearly

defined by function.

•Professional broadcasting and production studios

•Presentation applications

The package includes the following items:

•The VS-88SDI

•RC-IR3remote control (with manual)

•Power cord2

•This user manual

and rack “ears”

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 cables4

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

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

4 The complete list of Kramer cables is on 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-88SDI is a high-performance matrix switcher for SDI signals. The

unit can switch up to 8 inputs to any or all of 8 outputs.

In particular, the VS-88SDI features:

•Operation of up to 540Mbps – enabling it to be used for standard

definition serial digital video signals (SDI)

•SMPTE 259M, 344M, compliance and support for data rates of

540Mbps

•Cable equalization up to 350m for SD1

•Reclocking and equalization on each input, storing and recalling

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

all at once

signals

•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 input2

The VS-88SDI 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:

according to SMPTE RP-168

•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-88SDI 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)

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

lines of interlaced video

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

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Your VS-88SDI

To achieve the best performance:

•Use only good quality connection cables1

•Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may

adversely influence signal quality and position your Kramer

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

to avoid interference,

deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated

noise levels (often associated with low quality cables)

4 Your VS-88SDI

Figure 1, Table 1, and Table 2define the VS-88SDI .

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

Your VS-88SDI

Figure 1: VS-88SDI

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Your VS-88SDI

Table 1: Front Panel VS-88SDI

Feature

Function

1 IR Receiver The yellow LED is illuminates when receiving signals from the infrared remote

control transmitter

2 POWER LED Illuminates when the unit is ON

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

4 OFF Button Pressing OFF+OUT disconnects that output from the inputs;

pressing OFF+ALL disconnects all the outputs

5 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)

6 OUT SELECT Buttons Select the output to which the input is switched

7 STO (STORE) Button Pressing STO followed by an IN / OUT button stores the current setting

8 RCL (RECALL) Button Pressing the RCL button and the corresponding INPUT / OUTPUT key recalls a

setup from the non-volatile memory

9 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

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

ONCE mode (user confirmation per action is unnecessary)

11 7-segment Display Displays the selected input switched to the output (marked above each input)

Table 2: Rear Panel VS-88SDI

Feature

Function

12 GENLOCK BNC Connector Connects to the genlock source

13 TERM HI-Z/75Ω Pushbutton Press to terminate the genlock source (75Ω) or release for looping

14 LOOP BNC Connector Connects to the genlock connector of the next unit in the line

15 INPUT BNC Connectors Connects to the serial digital video sources

16 RS-232 9-pin D-sub (F) Port Connects to the PC or the remote controller

17 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

18 RS-485 Terminal Block Port Pins B (-) and A (+) are for RS-485;

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

19 ETHERNET RJ-45 Connector Connects to the PC or other Serial Controller through computer networking

LAN

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

21 ETH RESET Button Press to reset to factory default definitions

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

23 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

25 Power Switch Turns the power to the unit ON and OFF

1 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

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

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

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