Kramer VS-81H User manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.

USER MANUAL

MODEL:

VS-81H

8x1 HDMI Switcher

P/N: 2900-000670 Rev 4

VS-81H – 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 VS-81H 8x1 HDMI Switcher 4

4Installing in a Rack 7

5Connecting the VS-81H 8

6Operating the VS-81H 10

6.1 The PC and DVD Modes 10

6.2 Acquiring the EDID 11

6.3 Connecting via the RS-232 Port 12

6.4 Connecting via the ETHERNET Port 12

7Technical Specifications 15

8Default Communication Parameters 16

9Protocol 2000 17

Figures

Figure 1: VS-81H 8x1 HDMI Switcher Front Panel 5

Figure 2: VS-81H 8x1 HDMI Switcher Rear Panel 6

Figure 3: Connecting the VS-81H 8x1 HDMI Switcher 9

Figure 4: Local Area Connection Properties Window 13

Figure 5: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window 14

VS-81H - 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 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-81H 8x1 HDMI Switcher, which is

ideal for the following typical applications:

Conference room presentations

Rental and staging

VS-81H - 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 VS-81H 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-81H - 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/.

VS-81H - Overview

3 Overview

The VS-81H is a high-performance switcher for HDMI signals. It reclocks and

equalizes the signal and switches one of the 4 inputs to a single HDMI output.

In particular, the VS-81H features:

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

HDTV compatibility (suitable for resolutions up to UXGA at 60Hz, and for all

HD resolutions)

HDMI support with Deep Color, x.v.Color™, up to 7.1 Uncompressed Audio

Channels

HDCP support (High Definition Digital Content Protection)

EDID pass-through that passes EDID/HDCP signals from source to display

3D pass-through

Kramer Equalization Technology that equalizes the digital signal allowing it

to travel distances of up to 15m (50ft)

Eight input selector buttons

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

prevent unwanted tampering with the buttons on the front panel

A world-wide power supply 100−240V AC

Installation in one vertical space of a standard 19” professional rack

enclosure

Control the VS-81H using the front panel buttons, or remotely via:

RS-232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system, PC, or other

serial controller

The Kramer RC-IR3 infrared remote control transmitter

The Ethernet

3.1 Defining the VS-81H 8x1 HDMI Switcher

This section defines the VS-81H.

VS-81H - Overview

VS-81H –Overview

Figure 1: VS-81H 8x1 HDMI Switcher Front Panel

Feature

Function

IR Receiver

LED illuminates when receiving signals from the infrared remote control transmitter

POWER Switch

Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF

OFF Button

Press to toggle disconnecting the output

Flashes when the EDID of the connected monitor is different from the last EDID that was saved

INPUT SELECTOR Buttons

Press to select an input (from 1 to 8)

PANEL LOCK Button

Press to toggle disengaging the front panel buttons and to set to the PC/DVD mode

VS-81H - Overview

Figure 2: VS-81H 8x1 HDMI Switcher Rear Panel

Feature

Function

INPUT HDMI Connectors

Connect to the HDMI sources (from 1 to 8)

RS-232 9-pin D-sub Connector

Connects to a PC or an RS-232 remote controller

ETHERNET Connector

Connects to a PC, Ethernet controller or network

RESET Button

Press to reset to the factory default definitions:

First disconnect the power cord and then connect it again while pressing the RESET button. The

unit powers up and loads the factory default definitions into its memory.

IP number 192.168.1.39

Mask –255.255.255.0

Gateway –192.168.1.1

OUTPUT HDMIConnector

Connects to the HDMI acceptor

Power Connector with Fuse

AC connector enabling power supply to the unit

VS-81H –Overview

VS-81H - Installing in a Rack

4 Installing in a Rack

This section provides instructions for rack mounting the unit.

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