Kramer VS-611DT User manual

USER MANUAL

MODEL:

VS-611DT

UHD 6x1:2 Auto Switcher

P/N: 2900-300464 Rev 3 www.kramerAV.com

VS-611DT – Contents i

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

3.1 About Fast Switching 5

3.2 Defining the VS-611DT UHD 6x1:2 Auto Switcher 6

4Connecting the VS-611DT 8

4.1 Connecting a Serial Controller to the VS-611DT via RS-232 9

5Operating the VS-611DT 10

5.1 Switching – Manual and Auto 10

5.2 Performing a Factory Reset 11

5.3 Locking the Front Panel Buttons 12

5.4 Turning the Output Off 12

5.5 Copying the EDID 12

5.6 Setting the 5V Output Time Delay 13

5.7 Setting HDCP Capability 13

5.8 Setting the Audio Output 14

5.9 Setting the Switching Speed 15

5.10 Using VCOM on USB 15

5.11 Upgrading the Firmware 16

5.12 Step-In Support 16

5.13 Controlling the VS-611DT via the Terminal Block Connector 16

6Using the Web Pages 17

6.1 Routing Inputs to Outputs 17

6.2 Using EDID Settings 19

6.3 Setting Device ID Parameters 21

6.4 Contacting Kramer 22

7Technical Specifications 23

8Supported Resolutions 24

9Default Settings 26

9.1 Default Communication Settings 26

9.2 First Power On Default Settings 26

9.3 Default EDID 27

10 Protocol 3000 29

10.1 Understanding Protocol 3000 30

10.2 Kramer Protocol 3000 Syntax 31

10.3 Protocol 3000 Commands 33

Figures

Figure 1: VS-611DT UHD 6x1:2 Auto Switcher 6

Figure 2: Connecting the VS-611DT UHD 6x1:2 Auto Switcher 9

Figure 3: Connecting the Contact Closure Remote Control Pins 16

VS-611DT – 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 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; GROUP 11:

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

GROUP 14: Collaboration.

Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VS-611DT UHD 6x1:2 Auto Switcher,

which is ideal for the following typical applications:

•Education

•Corporate

•Any other AV installation that requires selecting and switching between several

HDMI sources automatically

2 VS-611DT - 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 www.kramerav.com/manual/VS-611DT 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:

•For optimum range and performance, use the recommended Kramer cables

available at www.kramerav.com/product/VS-611DT

•Do not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils.

•Avoid interference from neighbouring electrical appliances that may adversely

influence signal quality.

•Position your VS-611DT 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 power supply that is

provided with the unit.

Warning: Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall

before installing.

VS-611DT – Getting Started 3

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 www.kramerav.com/support/recycling/.

4 VS-611DT - Overview

3 Overview

The VS-611DT is a high-performance automatic switcher for HDMI video signals

with resolution up to 4K@60 UHD (4:2:0). With six HDMI inputs, the unit can

automatically or manually switch to a predefined or last connected input whenever

the currently active video signal is interrupted or whenever a higher-priority video

signal is introduced. The output signal is distributed to HDBaseT and HDMI (4K)

outputs.

The VS-611DT features:

•A maximum data rate of up to 8.91Gbps (2.97Gbps per graphic channel)

•Extended Range (100m) of HDBaseT 4K@60Hz (4:2:0)

•HDTV compatible

•HDCP and HDMI compliant

•Six HDMI inputs and HDBT and HDMI outputs (DA)

•HDMI support for Deep Color, Ethernet, ARC, up to 7.1 audio channels

•HDMI ARC de-embedding from output to balanced stereo audio line out

uncompressed

•Step-in support

•Automatic input detection and selection

•Auto-power off when no HDMI input for 30 seconds (selectable)

•HDCP on/off switching

•EDID configuration options

•Selectable switching – manual or fast auto switching according to last

connected or preset priority

•Full HDBaseT certification (including bidirectional RS-232, Ethernet, IR and

POE)

•POE source for HDBaseT receiver (that is PoE compliant)

•Contact closure for remote manual switching override

•Firmware upgrade over mini-USB, RS-232, RJ-45

VS-611DT – Overview 5

•Varied control options – front panel keyboard, HDBaseT(local and through

HDBaseT), Ethernet, RS-232 (local and through remote HDBaseT source with

K-Link support), IR (local and through HDBaseT)

•Built-in Web server

•Support for Protocol 3000 and K-Upload

3.1 About Fast Switching

Older display devices required a longer time between the loss of one digital signal

and the introduction of another, as well as a physical disconnection of the

interconnecting cable in order to be able to detect and adjust to the new video

attributes and parameters. Normal switching, therefore, introduced a 5V signal

disconnection along with a delay in switching. Many newer display devices,

however, are now capable of “on-the-fly” switching.

Depending on the display device in use, the VS-611DT allows for fast switching

(minor reset and the connection kept alive) and extra fast switching (no reset and

the connection kept alive). Using the fast switching mode allows for fraction-of-a-

second switching times when using high performance display devices or when

using a scaler on the video output.

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