Kramer VS-88UHD User manual

P/N: 2900-300629 Rev 4 www.kramerAV.com

USER MANUAL

MODELS:

VS-88UHD, VS-66UHD, VS-84UHD,

VS-48UHD

UHD Matrix Switcher

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UHD Matrix Switcher –Contents 
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Contents 
Introduction 1 
Getting Started 1 
Overview 2 
Typical Applications 3 
Controlling your VS-88UHD 4 
Defining the UHD Matrix Switcher 5 
Mounting VS-88UHD 8 
Connecting the VS-88UHD 9 
Connecting to VS-88UHD via RS-232 10 
Connecting VS-88UHD via the ETHERNET Port 10 
Operating VS-88UHD via Front Panel Buttons 13 
Routing the Signals 13 
Storing and Recalling a Setup 23 
Setting the Switching Mode 24 
Setting the Switching Speed 24 
Setting HDCP 24 
Copying the EDID 25 
Firmware Upgrade 26 
Using the Embedded Web Pages 27 
Switching and Setting the Ports 29 
Changing Device Settings and Upgrading the Firmware 38 
Managing Web Page Security 40 
Setting the Timeout 43 
Setting Switching Modes 44 
Setting Step-in Devices 46 
Managing the EDID 48 
Viewing the About Page 53 
Technical Specifications 54 
Default Communication Parameters 55 
Default Parameters 56 
Input or Output Resolutions 57 
Protocol 3000 58 
Understanding Protocol 3000 59 
Kramer Protocol 3000 Syntax 60 
Protocol 3000 Commands 61 

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UHD Matrix Switcher –Introduction

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!

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 www.kramerav.com/downloads/VS-88UHD to check for up-to-date user manuals,

application programs, and to check if firmware upgrades are available (where appropriate).

Achieving 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-88UHD away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust.

Safety Instructions

Caution:

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

equipment that is installed inside a building.

•For products with relay terminals and GPI\O ports, please refer to the permitted rating

for an external connection, located next to the terminal or in the User Manual.

•There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit.

Warning:

•Use only the power cord that is supplied with the unit.

•Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall before installing.

•Do not open the unit. High voltages can cause electrical shock! Servicing by qualified

personnel only.

•To ensure continuous risk protection, replace fuses only according to the rating

specified on the product label which located on the bottom of the unit.

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UHD Matrix Switcher –Introduction

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 www.kramerav.com/support/recycling.

Overview

Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer UHD Matrix Switcher. This User Manual

describes the following four devices: VS-88UHD, VS-66UHD, VS-84UHD and VS-48UHD.

The devices described in this user manual are generally referred to as VS-88UHD or UHD

Matrix Switcher. A device is named specifically only when a device-specific feature is

described.

The UHD Matrix Switcher is a high-quality switcher for 4K@60Hz (4:2:0) HDMI™signals

and embedded audio. It reclocks and equalizes the signals and can route any one of the

selectable HDMI, HDCP-compliant sources to any or all outputs simultaneously.

The UHD Matrix Switcher offers a flexible audio scheme where any HDMI digital audio input

can be routed to any HDMI digital audio output. In addition, an ARC matrix is supported to

produce AV matrices, as defined in the table below:

Device

Name

HDMI Video

Matrix

HDMI Embedded

Audio Matrix

(D-Audio Matrix)

ARC Audio

ARC In

(on HDMI OUT

Ports)

ARC Out

(on HDMI IN

ports)

Matrix

VS-88UHD

8x8

8x4

VS-66UHD

6x6

6x3

VS-84UHD

8x4

4x4

VS-48UHD

4x8

8x2

The UHD Matrix Switcher provides exceptional quality, advanced and user-friendly

operation, and flexible control.

Exceptional Quality

•Max. data rate –8.91Gbps data rate (2.97Gbps per graphics channel).

•Max. resolution –Up to 4K@60Hz UHD (4:2:0).

•Step-in over HDMI technology.

•HDMI, HDCP and DVI Compliance.

•HDMI support –Deep color, 3D, ARC, up to 7.1 uncompressed audio channels.

•Kramer reKlocking™ and equalization technology –rebuilds the digital signal to travel

longer distances.

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UHD Matrix Switcher –Introduction

Advanced and User-friendly Operation

•Automatic input selection –Based on priority selection or last connected input.

•Embedded pattern generator (480p) –With selectable patterns.

•Selectable HDCP per input.

•Memory locations –Up to 16 definable presets for quick access to common

configurations.

•Advanced EDID management per input.

•Active source and acceptor detection.

•Easy front-panel operation.

•Selectable switching speed.

•Lock button to prevent tampering.

•Kramer protocol 3000 support.

•Firmware upgrade via mini USB, Ethernet or the RS-232 port.

•Control Options –RS-232 serial commands transmitted by a PC, touch screen system or

other serial controller, Ethernet port via LAN.

•7-segment display, indicating the video and audio status and other functions.

•Audio breakaway and AFV (audio-follow-video) operation support.

•Efficient power-saving features.

•Includes non-volatile memory that retains the last settings, after switching the power off

and then on again.

Flexible Connectivity

•HDMI signal switching.

•Independent Audio Matrix –Embedded digital inputs + ARC inputs to digital outputs +

ARC outputs.

•Optional ARC from HDMI outputs to all odd-numbered HDMI inputs.

•Housed in a 19” 1U rack mountable enclosure, with rack ears included, and is fed from a

100-240 VAC universal switching power supply.

Typical Applications

The UHD Matrix Switcher is ideal for the following typical applications:

•Control rooms with multiple displays.

•Presentation and multimedia applications.

•Systems that require automatic HDMI routing.

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UHD Matrix Switcher –Introduction

Controlling your VS-88UHD

Control your UHD Matrix Switcher directly via the front panel push buttons, or:

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

controller.

•Via the Ethernet using built-in user-friendly web pages.

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UHD Matrix Switcher –Defining the UHD Matrix Switcher

Defining the UHD Matrix Switcher

This section defines the VS-88UHD, VS-66UHD,VS-84UHD and VS-48UHD.

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

Figure 2: VS-66UHD 6x6 UHD Matrix Switcher Front Panel

Figure 3: VS-84UHD 8x4 UHD Matrix Switcher Front Panel

Figure 4: VS-48UHD 4x8 UHD Matrix Switcher Front Panel

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UHD Matrix Switcher –Defining the UHD Matrix Switcher

Feature

Function

The behavior of the front panel buttons and the 7-segment display changes along with the

operation modes. For further details see Operating VS-88UHD via Front Panel Buttons on

page Error! Unknown switch argument..

IN (PATTERN) SELECTOR

Buttons

Press to select the input to switch to the output that was previously

selected (also used for storing machine setups in the STO-RCL

modes and for selecting a pattern in the Pattern mode).

In the ARC mode, inputs 1, 3, 5 and 7 can operate as audio outputs

(see Operating in ARC Mode on page Error! Unknown switch

argument.).

OUT (MUTE) SELECTOR

Buttons

Press to select an output to which the input is routed. Also used for

storing machine presets.

In the ARC mode, each output can operate as an audio input (see

Operating in ARC Mode on page Error! Unknown switch

argument.).

MUTE/PATTERN Button

Press to view the current pattern status and select the output/s to

which a pattern is routed.

Press to mute audio or video on a selected output when D-AUDIO

and/or VIDEO buttons are pressed (lit).

ALL Button

Press to perform an action on all outputs (for example setting Mute

mode, Pattern mode and so on).

For switching, press ALL and then a specific IN button to route the

selected input to all outputs. For example, press ALL and then IN 2

to route input 2 to all the outputs.

STO and RCL Buttons

Press STO to store the current switching setting to a preset button.

Press RCL to recall the switching setting from a preset button.

ARC Button

Press to set ARC mode on the inputs (see Operating in ARC Mode

on page Error! Unknown switch argument.).

D-AUDIO Button

Press to enable digital audio routing. When pressed together with

VIDEO, the digital audio is routed together with the video signal.

VIDEO Button

Press to select video inputs. When pressed together with D-AUDIO,

video is switched together with audio.

LOCK Button

Press and hold (for about 3 seconds) to toggle locking/releasing of

the front panel buttons.

Press to save the following setups: HDCP (On/Off), ARC, Fast

Switch and Switch mode.

EDID Button

Press to capture the EDID.

OUTPUT/INPUT

7-segment LED Display

Displays the selected inputs switched to the outputs (marked above

each input).

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UHD Matrix Switcher –Defining the UHD Matrix Switcher

Figure 5: VS-88UHD 8x8 UHD Matrix Switcher Rear Panel

Figure 6: VS-66UHD 6x6 UHD Matrix Switcher Rear Panel

Figure 7: VS-84UHD 8x4 UHD Matrix Switcher Rear Panel

Figure 8: VS-48UHD 4x8 UHD Matrix Switcher Rear Panel

Feature

Function

INPUT HDMI™Connector

Connect to the HDMI source.

OUTPUT HDMI™Connectors

Connect to HDMI acceptors.

PROG Mini USB Port

Use for firmware upgrade or communication (connecting

to a PC or a serial controller).

SETUP DIP-Switches

N/A

5V/2A USB Port

Use to charge a device.

Reset Button

Press and hold while powering the device to reset IP

settings to factory default values.

ETHERNET RJ-45 Port

Connect to your LAN.

OPTIONAL Terminal Block Connectors

N/A

RS-232 3-pin Terminal Block Connectors

Connect to a PC or a serial controller.

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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