Kramer SID-X3N User manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.

USER MANUAL

MODEL:

SID-X3N

Step-in Commander

P/N: 2900-300304 Rev 3

SID-X3N – Contents

Contents

1Introduction 1

2Getting Started 2

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2

2.2 Safety Instructions 2

2.3 Shielded Twisted Pair/Unshielded Twisted Pair 3

2.4 Recycling Kramer Products 3

3Overview 4

4Defining the SID-X3N Step-in Commander 6

5Connecting the SID-X3N 8

5.1 Connecting the Remote Step-In Switch and LED 9

5.2 Connecting the Remote Select Switch and LED 10

5.3 Connecting the Remote Input Selection LEDs 11

6Principles of Operation 12

6.1 Video Input Selection 12

6.2 Audio Signal Control 13

6.3 Automatic Output Shutdown 13

7Operating the SID-X3N 14

7.1 Manually Selecting an Input 14

7.2 Taking Control of the Switcher Input When Connected to the VS-62H 15

7.3 Locking the EDID 15

7.4 Audio Mode Selection 15

7.5 Adjusting the UXGA Input Phase 15

8Configuring the SID-X3N 16

8.1 Setting the Configuration DIP-switch 16

9Technical Specifications 18

9.1 Supported Resolutions 19

10 Default EDID 21

10.1 HDMI, DisplayPort and DVI 21

10.2 PC-UXGA 23

11 Protocol 2000 25

11.1 Syntax 25

11.2 Instruction Codes 26

12 Protocol 3000 28

12.1 Kramer Protocol 3000 Syntax 28

12.2 Kramer Protocol 3000 Commands 31

Figures

Figure 1: SID-X3N Step-in Commander Front Panel 6

Figure 2: SID-X3N Step-in Commander Rear Panel 7

Figure 3: Connecting the SID-X3N Step-in Commander 8

Figure 4: Remote Step-In Switch and LED Wiring 9

Figure 5: Remote Select Switch and LED Wiring 10

Figure 6: Remote Input Indicator LED Connections 11

Figure 7: Remote Input Indicator LED Wiring 11

Figure 8: The Configuration DIP-switch 16

SID-X3N - 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 and GROUP 11:

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

GROUP 14: Collaboration.

Thank you for purchasing the Kramer MegaTOOLS®SID-X3N Step-in

Commander which is ideal for:

Display systems requiring simple input selection

Remote monitoring of computer activity in schools and businesses

Rental/staging applications

Multimedia and presentation source selection

SID-X3N - 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-

resolution, high-quality 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 SID-X3N 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 Kramer Electronics input power wall

adapter that is provided with the unit

Warning:

Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall

before installing

SID-X3N - Getting Started

2.3 Shielded Twisted Pair/Unshielded Twisted Pair

Kramer engineers have developed special twisted pair cables to best match our

digital twisted pair products; the Kramer BC-DGKat623 (CAT 6 23 AWG cable),

and the Kramer BC-DGKat7a23 (CAT 7a 23 AWG cable). These specially built

cables significantly outperform regular CAT 6 and CAT 7a cables.

2.4 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/.

SID-X3N - Overview

3 Overview

The SID-X3N accepts an HDMI, DisplayPort, DVI and PC graphics video input, as

well as an unbalanced stereo audio input (which is embedded into the output

signal), and transmits the signal via HDMI cable to a compatible switcher, (for

example, the VS-62H). The device also provides an unbalanced, stereo audio

output. When the SID-X3N is connected to a switcher, it can also control the input

selection of the switcher.

In particular the SID-X3N features:

HDTV support

HDMI with Deep Color, x.v.Color™ and 3D

HDCP compliancy—works with sources that support HDCP repeater mode

Note: When using a MacBook as a source and the content is protected

using HDCP, if the display does not support HDCP, no video is transmitted

Input signal detection based on video clock presence

Automatic input selection based on manual selection or last connected input

Automatic analog audio detection and embedding

Automatic output shutdown when the input signal is lost (with a configurable

delay)

Programmable step-in functionality (when used with the VS-62H connected

via an HDMI cable that supports HEC, HDMI Ethernet Channel)

I-EDIDPro™ Kramer Intelligent EDID Processing™ – Intelligent EDID

handling & processing algorithm ensures Plug and Play operation for HDMI

systems

A lockable EDID

VGA phase adjustment

Power-over-Ethernet passes electrical power along with data on Ethernet

cabling. This allows a single cable to provide both data connection and

electrical power to compatible devices

SID-X3N - Overview

Equalization and reclocking of the data

A maximum data rate of 6.75Gbps (2.25Gb per graphics channel)

Support for digital audio formats

A MegaTOOLS®sized enclosure. Two devices can be mounted in a rack

using the optional RK-T2B adapter

You can control the SID-X3N using the front panel buttons, or remotely via contact

closure switches.

SID-X3N - Defining the SID-X3N Step-in Commander

4 Defining the SID-X3N Step-in Commander

Figure 1 defines the front panel of the SID-X3N.

Figure 1: SID-X3N Step-in Commander Front Panel

Feature

Function

AUDIO IN 3.5mm Mini Jack

Connect to an unbalanced stereo audio source

HDMI

LED

Lights green when the HDMI input is selected

HDMI Connector

Connect to an HDMI source

DisplayPort

LED

Lights green when the DisplayPort input is selected

DP Connector

Connect to a DisplayPort source

DVI

LED

Lights green when the DVI input is selected

DVI Connector

Connect to a DVI source

PC-UXGA

LED

Lights green when the PC-UXGA input is selected

PC-UXGA

15-pin HD

Connector (F)

Connect to a PC graphics source

INPUT SELECT Button

Press repeatedly to cycle through the inputs manually to

select an input signal and override the automatic selection,

(see Section 7.1)

Note: When the button is lit it is inactive and pressing the

button will not activate the input

STEP-IN Button

Press to activate the input on the switcher that the

SID-X3N is connected to, (see Section 7.2)

ON LED

Lights green when the device is powered on

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