Kramer VS-41HC User manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.

USER MANUAL

MODEL:

VS-41HC

4x1 HDMI Switcher

P/N: 2900-000423 Rev 4

VS-41HC – Contents i

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 VS-41HC 4x1 HDMI Switcher 4

3.2 Using the IR Transmitter 6

4Connecting the VS-41HC 7

4.1 Using the PC and DVD Modes 8

5Setting the EDID 10

5.1 Acquiring / Changing the EDID 10

5.2 Resetting the Default EDID 10

6Technical Specifications 11

Figures

Figure 1: VS-41HC 4x1 HDMI Switcher 5

Figure 2: Connecting the VS-41HC 4x1 HDMI Switcher 8

VS-41HC - Introduction 1

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 VS-41HC 4x1 HDMI Switcher, which

is ideal for the following typical applications:

•Home cinema

•Conference room presentations

•Advertising

2 VS-41HC - 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 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-41HC 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.

VS-41HC - Getting Started 3

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

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/.

4 VS-41HC - Overview

3 Overview

The desktop-sized VS-41HC is a high performance switcher for HDMI signals. It

switches any one of the four inputs to a single HDMI output.

In particular, the VS-41HC features:

•A maximum data rate of 6.75Gbps (2.25Gbps per graphic channel)

•HDCP compliance

•HDTV compatibility

•HDMI support for Deep Color, x.v.Color™, Lip Sync, HDMI Uncompressed

Audio Channels, Dolby TrueHD, DTS−HD, CEC

•3D Pass-Through

•I-EDIDPro™ Kramer Intelligent EDID Processing™, an intelligent EDID

handling and processing algorithm that ensures Plug and Play operation for

HDMI systems

•Front panel lockout

•Video mute that disconnects the output

•Front panel and IR (included) controls

3.1 Defining the VS-41HC 4x1 HDMI Switcher

This section defines the VS-41HC.

VS-41HC - Overview 5

Figure 1: VS-41HC 4x1 HDMI Switcher

# Feature Function

1 IR Receiver The red LED lights when receiving signals from the

Infrared remote control transmitter

2 MUTE Button Press to toggle disconnecting the output

3 INPUT SELECTOR Buttons Press an INPUT button to select an input (from 1 to 4)

4 EDID Button Press to acquire the EDID (see section 5.1)

5 PANEL LOCK Button Press to toggle disengaging the front panel buttons

6 INPUT HDMI Connectors Connect to the HDMI sources (from 1 to 4)

7 OUTPUT HDMI Connector Connect to the HDMI acceptor

8 12V DC +12V DC connector for powering the unit

9 REMOTE IR 3.5mm Connector Connects to an optional external IR receiver unit for

controlling the machine via an IR remote controller

instead of using the front panel IR receiver (only if the

internal IR connection cable has been installed)

6 VS-41HC - Overview

3.2 Using the IR Transmitter

You can use the RC-IR3 IR transmitter to control the machine via the built-in IR

receiver on the front panel or, instead, via an optional external IR receiver (Model:

C-A35M/IRR-50). The external IR receiver can be located up to 15 meters away

from the machine. This distance can be extended to up to 60 meters when used

with three extension cables (Model: C-A35M/A35F-50).

Before using the external IR receiver, be sure to arrange for your Kramer dealer to

insert the internal IR connection cable (P/N: 505-70434010-S) with the 3.5mm

connector that fits into the REMOTE IR opening on the rear panel. Connect the

external IR receiver to the REMOTE IR 3.5mm connector.

VS-41HC - Connecting the VS-41HC 7

4 Connecting the VS-41HC

Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your

VS-41HC. After connecting your VS-41HC, connect its power and then

switch on the power to each device.

To connect the VS-41HC as illustrated in the example in Figure 2:

1. If required, acquire the EDID (see Section 5.1).

2. Connect the OUTPUT HDMI connector to an HDMI acceptor (for example,

an LCD display).

3. Connect the HDMI sources as follows:

You do not have to connect all the HDMI sources.

A multimedia player to INPUT 1

A set top box to INPUT 2

A DVD player to INPUT 3

A DVD player to INPUT 4

4. Connect the 12V DC power adapter to the power socket and connect the

adapter to the mains electricity (not shown in Figure 2).

Press an INPUT SELECTOR button (from 1 to 4) to choose which HDMI input to

route to the output.

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