Kramer VM-28H User manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.

USER MANUAL

MODEL:

VM-28H

2Input 1:8 HDMI Distributor

VM-216H

2Input 1:16 HDMI Distributor

P/N: 2900-000662 Rev 5

VM-28H, VM-216H – 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 Defining the VM-28H, VM-216H 2 Input 1:8/16 HDMI Distributor 4

3.1 Using the IR Transmitter 9

4Installing in a Rack 10

5Using the VM-28H/VM-216H 11

5.1 Connecting the VM-28H/VM-216H 11

5.2 Connecting the VM-28H/VM-216H via RS-232 14

5.3 Operating the VM-28H/VM-216H 14

5.4 Using the EDID Button 15

6Technical Specifications 18

7Protocol 2000 19

7.1 Syntax 19

7.2 Instruction Codes 20

Figures

Figure 1: VM-216H 2-Input 1:16 HDMI Distributor Rear Panel 8

Figure 2: Connecting a VM-28H 2 Input 1:8 HDMI Distributor 12

Figure 3: Connecting a VM-216H 2 Input 1:16 HDMI Distributor 14

VM-28H, VM-216H - 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 11 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 Products.

Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VM-28H, VM-216H 2 Input 1:8/16

HDMI Distributor, which is ideal for the following typical applications:

Home theater, presentation and multimedia applications

Rental and staging

VM-28H, VM-216H - 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 VM-28H, VM-216H 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.

VM-28H, VM-216H - 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/.

VM-28H, VM-216H - Overview

3 Overview

The Kramer VM-28H 2 Input 1:8 HDMI Distributor and VM-216H 2 Input 1:16

HDMI Distributor are high-quality distributors that accept one of two HDMI inputs

and distribute the signal to 8/16 outputs, allowing one or more of the outputs to be

connected to receiving devices, thus making them a versatile, reliable component

in a video system. The VM-28H/VM-216H distributes signals having resolutions up

to 1080p, including all HDTV formats.

Each high-quality HDMI Distributor accepts one of two HDMI inputs, and

distributes the selected signal to:

8 outputs (the VM-28H)

16 outputs (the VM-216H)

Both machines—the VM-28H and VM-216H:

Support up to 6.75Gbps (2.25Gbps per graphic channel)

Suitable for resolutions up to 1080p, and for all HD resolutions.

Can read and store, in non-volatile memory, the EDID block, for each input

separately, from an output display device, so it can then provide the EDID

information to the HDMI source even if the display device is not connected

Let you acquire the EDID from one output, from several connected outputs

or acquire the default EDID for fast and efficient connection of the unit

Lets you use the EDID default value when no display from which to read the EDID is

connected.

Have a 19" 1U rack-mountable enclosure, and are fed from a 100-240 VAC

universal switching power supply

3.1 Defining the VM-28H, VM-216H 2 Input 1:8/16 HDMI

Distributor

This section defines the VM-28H, VM-216H.

Figure 1: VM-28H 2-Input 1:8 HDMI Distributor Front Panel

Feature

Function

IR Receiver

The red LED is illuminated when receiving signals from the Kramer Infrared remote control transmitter

POWER Switch

Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF

IN 1 Button

Press to select source 1 and distribute this signal to the outputs (when the EDID button does not

illuminate). Also used for acquiring/changing the EDID (see Section 5.4)

Illuminates when selected and there is a signal, flashes when selected but there is no signal

IN 2 Button

Press to select source 2 and distribute this signal to the outputs (when the EDID button does not

illuminate). Also used for acquiring/changing the EDID (see Section 5.4)

EDID Button

Press for more than 3 seconds to set to the EDID mode

Illuminates when configuring the EDID. When the EDID button does not illuminate the machine is in

Distribution mode (lets you distribute an input signal to the outputs)

LOCK Button

Press to engage/disengage the front panel switches

Illuminates when the front panel switches are locked, pressing another button causes the LOCK button to flash

once warning that you need to unlock to regain control via the front panel. The LOCK button also flashes (the

IN 1, IN 2 and EDID buttons do not flash at the same time) when the machine is busy (perhaps searching

between signals) and no operation is permitted. When powering up, the VM-28H/VM-216H front panel is

automatically locked

OUTPUT STATUS LEDs

LEDs light when an output(s) is connected and active; LEDs flash when selecting the EDID (see

Section 5.4) or when connecting a non-HDCP display while providing HDCP content to the

VM-28H

The specific OUTPUT STATUS LEDs flash when the outputs are not HDCP compatible

Figure 2: VM-28H 2-Input 1:8 HDMI Distributor Rear Panel

Feature

Function

RS-232 9-pin D-sub Port

Connects to the PC or the Remote Controller

INPUT 1/2 HDMI Connectors

Connects to the HDMI source 1/2

OUTPUT HDMI Connector

Connects to the HDMI acceptor from 1 to 8

REMOTE IR Opening (for the VM-28H)

Connects to an external IR receiver unit for controlling the machine via an IR remote

controller instead of using the front panel IR receiver

Covered by a cap. The 3.5mm connector at the end of the internal IR connection cable fits

through this opening.

Optional. Can be used instead of the front panel (built-in) IR receiver to remotely control the

machine (only if the internal IR connection cable has been installed)

Power Connector with Fuse

AC connector enabling power supply to the unit

Figure 3: VM-216H 2-Input 1:16 HDMI Distributor Front Panel

Feature

Function

IR Receiver

The red LED is illuminated when receiving signals from the Kramer Infrared remote control transmitter

POWER Switch

Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF

IN 1 Button

Press to select source 1 and distribute this signal to the outputs (when the EDID button does not

illuminate). Also used for acquiring/changing the EDID (see Section 5.4)

Illuminates when selected and there is a signal, flashes when selected but there is no signal

IN 2 Button

Press to select source 2 and distribute this signal to the outputs (when the EDID button does not

illuminate). Also used for acquiring/changing the EDID (see Section 5.4)

EDID Button

Press for more than 3 seconds to set to the EDID mode

Illuminates when configuring the EDID. When the EDID button does not illuminate the machine is in

Distribution mode (lets you distribute an input signal to the outputs)

LOCK Button

Press to engage/disengage the front panel switches

Illuminates when the front panel switches are locked, pressing another button causes the LOCK button to flash

once warning that you need to unlock to regain control via the front panel. The LOCK button also flashes (the

IN 1, IN 2 and EDID buttons do not flash at the same time) when the machine is busy (perhaps searching

between signals) and no operation is permitted. When powering up, the VM-216H front panel is automatically

locked

OUTPUT STATUS LEDs

LEDs light when an output(s) is connected and active; LEDs flash when selecting the EDID (see

Section 5.4) or when connecting a non-HDCP display while providing HDCP content to the

VM-216H

The specific OUTPUT STATUS LEDs flash when the outputs are not HDCP compatible

Other manuals for VM-28H

This manual suits for next models

Table of contents

Popular Media Converter manuals by other brands

SoundTraxx

SoundTraxx Blunami BLU-2200 user guide

SPROLINK

SPROLINK VA1 user manual

Acclaim Lighting

Acclaim Lighting DDC-1-AC user guide

Nikon

Nikon AF-S TC-20E III user manual

Axis

Axis AXIS Q7406 user manual

Omega

Omega TAC80B-J instruction sheet

Zoom

Zoom Thunderbolt TAC-2R Operation manual

OST

OST iConverter 10/100M quick start guide

Vertiv

Vertiv Netsure user manual

birddog

birddog MINI user guide

Roland

Roland GI-10 owner's manual

Wallenstein

Wallenstein WX310 Operator's manual

Pace

Pace MSS 200-1 Service manual

Solar Converters

Solar Converters EQ 12/24-50 manual

CYP

CYP EL-7400V Operation manual

TIE

TIE MIDI 1i1o user manual

DCS

DCS Vivaldi Upsampler user manual

Westermo

Westermo MCW-211 SERIES user guide