Kramer VS-41HDCP User manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.

USER MANUAL

MODEL:

VS-41HDCP

4x1DVI Switcher

P/N: 2900-000522 Rev 3

VS-41HDCP – Contents

Contents

1Introduction 1

2Getting Started 2

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2

2.2 Safety Instructions 2

2.3 Recycling Kramer Products 3

3Overview 4

4Defining the VS-41HDCP 4x1 DVI Switcher 5

5Connecting a VS-41HDCP 4x1 DVI Switcher 6

5.1 Connecting to the VS-41HDCP via RS-232 7

6Operating the VS-41HDCP 8

6.1 The PC and DVD Modes 8

6.2 Setting the EDID 9

6.3 Controlling via the REMOTE Terminal Block Connector 10

6.4 Controlling the VS-41HDCP via the ETHERNET Port 11

6.5 Operating the VS-41HDCP Using a Web Browser 15

6.6 Log On to the VS-41HDCP Web Pages 15

7Firmware Upgrade 19

8Technical Specifications 20

8.1 Default Communication Parameters 20

9Default EDID 21

10 Kramer Protocol 22

10.1 Switching Protocols 22

10.2 Kramer Protocol 3000 23

10.3 Syntax 32

Figures

Figure 1: VS-41HDCP 4x1 DVI Switcher Front Panel 5

Figure 2: VS-41HDCP 4x1 DVI Switcher Rear Panel 5

Figure 3: Connecting a VS-41HDCP 4x1 DVI Switcher 7

Figure 4: Connecting the Contact Closure Remote Control PINs 10

Figure 5: Local Area Connection Properties Window 12

Figure 6: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window 12

Figure 7: The Main Screen 13

Figure 8: Device Properties Screen 14

Figure 9: Java Test Page Success Message 15

Figure 10: The Loading Page 16

Figure 11: First Time Security Warning 16

Figure 12: VS-41HDCP Switching Matrix Page 17

Figure 13: Configurations Page 18

VS-41HDCP - 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 groups that are clearly defined by function.

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 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 and

GROUP 11: Sierra Products.

Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VS-41HDCP 4x1 DVI Switcher. The

VS-41HDCP is ideal for:

Conference room presentations

Advertising applications

Rental and staging

VS-41HDCP - 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 to avoid interference, deterioration

in signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise levels (often

associated with low quality cables)

Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely

influence signal quality

Position your Kramer VS-41HDCP 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

VS-41HDCP - Getting Started

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/.

VS-41HDCP - Overview

3 Overview

The VS-41HDCP is a high quality 4x1 switcher for DVI signals that supports a

maximum data rate of up to 6.75Gbps and is suitable for resolutions up to UXGA

at 60Hz, and for all HD resolutions. It equalizes the signal and switches one of the

four inputs to a single DVI output.

In particular, the VS-41HDCP features:

HDCP (High Definition Digital Content Protection) compliance and HDTV

compatibility

Four input selector buttons

A MUTE button to disconnect the output and a PANEL LOCK button to

prevent unwanted tampering with the buttons on the front panel

A USB connector for setup and programming

I-EDIDPro™ Kramer Intelligent EDID Processing™ an intelligent EDID

handling & processing algorithm that ensures Plug and Play operation for

DVI systems.

Compact size. Two units can be rack mounted side-by-side in a 1U rack

space with the optional Kramer RK-1 rack kit

Control the VS-41HDCP using the front panel buttons, or remotely via:

RS-232 serial commands (using Kramer 2000 and 3000 Protocols)

transmitted by a touch screen system, PC, or other serial controller

The Kramer infrared remote control transmitter

The ETHERNET

Remote control contact closure

VS-41HDCP - Defining the VS-41HDCP 4x1 DVI Switcher

4 Defining the VS-41HDCP 4x1 DVI Switcher

Figure 1: VS-41HDCP 4x1 DVI Switcher Front Panel

Feature

Function

IR Receiver

The yellow LED lights when receiving signals from the Infrared

remote control transmitter

ON LED

Lights when receiving power

MUTE Button

Press to toggle disconnecting the output

INPUT SELECTOR

Buttons

Press an INPUT button to select that input (from 1 to 4)

EDID Button

Press to acquire the EDID. This button illuminates when

configuring the EDID

PANEL LOCK Button

Press to toggle disengaging the front panel buttons

Figure 2: VS-41HDCP 4x1 DVI Switcher Rear Panel

Feature

Function

INPUT DVI Connectors

Connect to the DVI sources (from 1 to 4)

REMOTE Terminal Block

Connectors

Connect to a contact closure switch (see Section 6.1)

OUTPUT DVIConnector

Connect to the DVI acceptor

RS-232 9-pin D-sub Port

Connects to the PC or the RS-232 Remote Controller

SETUP/PROG USB Connector

Connect to a computer for firmware upgrade

PROG. Button

Push in for “Program” to upgrade to the latest Kramer

firmware (see Section 7), or release for Normal (the

factory default)

ETHERNET Connector

Connects to the PC or other Ethernet Controller

5V DC

+5V DC connector for powering the unit

VS-41HDCP - Connecting a VS-41HDCP 4x1 DVI Switcher

5 Connecting a VS-41HDCP 4x1 DVI Switcher

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

VS-41HDCP. After connecting your VS-41HDCP, connect its power

and then switch on the power to each device.

To connect the VS-41HDCP 4x1 DVI Switcher (as illustrated in Figure 3), do the

following:

1. Connect up to four computer graphics sources to the inputs (1 to 4).

You do not have to connect all the DVI sources.

2. Connect the OUTPUT DVI connector to a DVI acceptor (for example, a

display).

3. If required, connect a PC and/or controller to the RS-232 port and/or the

ETHERNET port (see Section 6.4).

4. Connect the 5V DC power adapter to the power socket and connect the

adapter to the mains electricity (not shown in Figure 3).

5. If required, acquire the EDID (see Section 6.1).

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

route to the output.

VS-41HDCP - Connecting a VS-41HDCP 4x1 DVI Switcher

Figure 3: Connecting a VS-41HDCP 4x1 DVI Switcher

5.1 Connecting to the VS-41HDCP via RS-232

You can connect to the VS-41HDCP via an RS-232 connection using, for example,

a PC. Note that a null-modem adapter/connection is not required.

To connect to the VS-41HDCP via RS-232:

Connect the RS-232 9-pin D-sub rear panel port on the VS-41HDCP unit via a

9-wire straight cable (only pin 2 to pin 2, pin 3 to pin 3, and pin 5 to pin 5 need

to be connected) to the RS-232 9-pin D-sub port on your PC

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