Kramer Electronics Switch VS 66hdcp User Manual

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.  
USER MANUAL  
Model:  
VS-66HDCP  
6 x 6 DVI Matrix Switcher  
 
Introduction  
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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 groups1 that are clearly  
defined by function.  
Thank you for purchasing the Kramer VS-66HDCP 6 x 6 DVI Matrix  
Switcher, which is ideal for conference room presentations and advertising  
applications, as well as for rental and staging.  
Each package includes the following items:  
The VS-66HDCP 6 x 6 DVI Matrix Switcher  
Power cord2  
Windows®-based Kramer control software3  
Windows®-based Ethernet Configuration Manager and Virtual Serial  
Port Manager  
Kramer RC-IR3 Infrared Remote Control Transmitter (including the  
required batteries and a separate user manual4)  
This user manual4  
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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  
Use Kramer high-performance high resolution cables5  
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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; GROUP 11: Sierra Products  
2 We recommend that you use only the power cord supplied with this device  
4 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com  
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Getting Started  
2.1 Quick Start  
This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps.  
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Overview  
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Overview  
The high quality Kramer VS-66HDCP is an HDCP compatible 6 x 6 DVI  
Matrix Switcher that accepts up to six DVI inputs and routes the selected  
DVI1 input signal to any or all of six DVI outputs.  
The VS-66HDCP features:  
HDCP (High Bandwidth Digital Content Protection) support  
I-EDIDPro™ Kramer Intelligent EDID Processing™, an intelligent  
EDID handling and processing algorithm that ensures Plug and Play  
operation for DVI systems  
An OFF button to disconnect an output  
A PANEL LOCK button to prevent unwanted tampering with the  
buttons on the front panel  
12 preset memory locations for quick access to common configurations  
1U height to fit into a standard 19” professional rack enclosure  
Control the VS-66HDCP 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 infrared remote control transmitter  
The ETHERNET  
An external remote IR receiver (optional), see section 4.1  
3.1 About HDCP  
The High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) standard  
(developed by Intel), protects digital video and audio signals transmitted  
over DVI or DVI connections between two HDCP-enabled devices to  
eliminate the reproduction of copyrighted material. To protect copyright  
holders (such as movie studios) from having their programs copied and shared,  
the HDCP standard provides for the secure and encrypted transmission of  
digital signals.  
1 DVI-D (Digital). Note that only the digital signal (DVI-D) is available on the DVI connector  
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3.2 Recommendations for Best Performance  
To achieve the best performance:  
Use only high-quality connection cables1 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 and position your Kramer  
VS-66HDCP away from moisture, excessive sunlight, and dust  
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Your VS-66HDCP  
Figure 1, Table 1, and Table 2 define the unit.  
1 Available from Kramer Electronics on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com  
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Figure 1: VS-66HDCP 6 x 6 DVI Matrix Switcher Front and Rear Views  
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Your VS-66HDCP  
Table 1: VS-66HDCP 6 x 6 DVI Matrix Switcher Front Panel Features  
#
1
Feature  
IR Receiver LED  
Function  
The red LED is illuminated when receiving signals from the Infrared  
remote control transmitter  
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
POWER Switch  
ALL Button  
Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF  
Use ALL to select all inputs or all outputs (see section 7.1)  
Use OFF to disconnect one or all outputs (see section 7.2)  
Press an INPUT selector button to select an input (from 1 to 6)  
Press an OUTPUT selector button to select an output (from 1 to 6)  
Press to store an input setup  
OFF Button  
SELECT IN Buttons  
SELECT OUT Buttons  
STO Button  
RCL Button  
Press to recall an input setup  
LOCK Button  
Press to toggle disengaging the front panel buttons and to acquire the  
EDID (see section 7.1)  
10 EDID Button1  
Press to acquire the EDID  
11 7-segment Display  
Displays the selected audio or video input switched to the output  
(marked above each input)  
Table 2: VS-66HDCP 6 x 6 DVI Matrix Switcher Rear Panel Features  
#
Feature  
Function  
Connect to the DVI sources (from 1 to 6)  
Connect to the DVI acceptors (from 1 to 6)  
Connects to the PC or the RS-232 Remote Controller  
Connects to the PC or other Ethernet Controller  
12 INPUT DVI Connectors  
13 OUTPUT DVI Connectors  
14 RS-232 DB-9F Port  
15 ETHERNET Connector  
16 RESET Button  
Press the reset button to reset to the ETHERNET factory default  
definitions2:  
IP number 192.168.1.39  
Mask – 255.255.255.0  
Gateway – 192.168.1.1  
17 REMOTE IR  
Connect to an external IR receiver unit for controlling the machine via  
an IR remote controller (instead of using the front panel IR receiver)  
3.5mm Connector  
18 Power Connector with Fuse AC connector enabling power supply to the unit  
1 Illuminates when configuring the EDID  
2 First disconnect the power cord and then connect it again while pressing the RESET button. The unit will power up and load  
its memory with the factory default definitions  
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4.1 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  
from the machine. This distance can be extended to up to 60 meters when  
used with three extension cables  
2. Before using the external IR receiver, be  
sure to arrange for your Kramer dealer to insert the internal IR connection  
cable  
3 with the 3.5mm connector that fits into the REMOTE IR opening on  
F
1. The external IR receiver can be located up to 15 meters away  
F
F
the rear panel. Connect the external IR receiver to the REMOTE IR 3.5mm  
connector.  
1 Model: C-A35M/IRR-50  
2 Model: C-A35M/A35F-50  
3 P/N: 505-70434010-S  
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Installing the VS-66HDCP in a Rack  
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Installing the VS-66HDCP in a Rack  
This section provides instructions for rack mounting the unit.  
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Connecting the VS-66HDCP 6 x 6 DVI Matrix Switcher  
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Connecting the VS-66HDCP 6 x 6 DVI Matrix Switcher  
To connect the VS-66HDCP, as the example in Figure 2 illustrates, do the  
following1:  
1. Connect up to six DVI sources2 (for example, computer graphics  
sources) to the SELECT IN DVI connectors.  
2. Connect the SELECT OUT DVI connectors to up to six DVI  
acceptors3 (for example, DVI displays).  
3. If required, connect a PC and/or controller to the RS-232 port (see  
section 7.5) and/or the ETHERNET port (see section 7.6).  
4. Connect the power cord (not shown in Figure 2).  
5. If required, acquire the EDID (see section 7.4).  
1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VS-66HDCP. After connecting your VS-66HDCP,  
switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device  
2 You do not have to connect all the sources  
3 You do not have to connect all outputs  
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Figure 2: Connecting the VS-66HDCP 6 x 6 DVI Matrix Switcher  
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Operating the VS-66HDCP 6 x 6 DVI Matrix Switcher  
This section describes how to:  
Route inputs to outputs (see section 7.1)  
Disconnecting outputs (see section 7.2)  
Store and recall a setup (see section 7.3)  
Acquire the EDID (see section 7.4)  
Control the machine via RS-232 (see section 7.5)  
Control the machine via the ETHERNET port (see section 7.6)  
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7.1 Routing Inputs to Outputs  
To route an input to an output:  
Press an OUT key, followed by an IN key to route this input to that output  
To route one input to all outputs:  
Press ALL followed by an IN button. The input is routed to all outputs  
7.2 Disconnecting the Outputs  
To disconnect one output:  
Press the OUT button of the output to disconnect and press OFF  
To disconnect all outputs at once:  
Press the ALL button and then press OFF. This disconnects all the  
outputs  
7.3 Storing and Recalling a Setup  
You can use the STO and RCL buttons to store up to 12 setups1 and then  
recall them, as Figure 3 illustrates:  
Figure 3: SELECTOR Buttons2  
To store a setup:  
1. Set the machine to the desired setup.  
For example, press the OUT 3 button and IN 4 button3.  
2. Press the STO button.  
The STO button flashes.  
3. Select an OUT or IN SELECT button to store the machine setup (for  
example, OUT 5).  
4. Press the LOCK button4 to store the current setup.  
In this example, the OUT 5 button stores the setup.  
1 IN 1 is used for setup # 1 and OUT 1 is used for setup # 7  
2 The gray numbers (1 to 12) in Figure 3 that illustrate the corresponding store/recall configuration numbers, are for the  
purpose of illustration only and do not actually appear on the buttons  
3 You can set all the switcher IN-OUT buttons  
4 You have to press the LOCK button within 10 seconds, before the store operation times out  
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To recall a setup:  
1. Press the RCL button.  
The RCL button flashes.  
2. Press the relevant OUT or IN button that stored the setup.  
In this example, press OUT 5.  
3. Press the LOCK button to recall the stored setup.  
7.4 Acquiring the EDID  
You can acquire the EDID from:  
A single connected output (see section 7.4.1)  
Several sets of inputs and outputs (see section 7.4.2)  
Several connected outputs automatically (see section 7.4.3)  
The default EDID (see section 7.4.4)  
7.4.1 Acquiring an EDID from a Single Connected Output  
To acquire or change the EDID of a new output display:  
1. Turn ON the VS-66HDCP.  
2. Connect the required acceptor to the output from which you want to  
acquire the EDID.  
3. Press the EDID and STO buttons simultaneously and hold them for 3  
seconds.  
Both buttons flash.  
4. Press the IN SELECTOR button to which the EDID will be copied.  
The selected input number flashes on the display.  
5. Select the OUT SELECTOR button from which the EDID will be  
acquired.  
6. Press the EDID button.  
The process is complete when the display returns to normal.  
7.4.2 Acquiring an EDID from Several Sets of Inputs and Outputs  
To acquire the EDID from several sets of inputs and outputs (for example,  
OUT 1 to IN 1 and OUT 6 to IN 3), do the following:  
1. Power ON the VS-66HDCP.  
2. Connect the required acceptors to the outputs from which you want to  
acquire the EDID.  
3. Press the EDID and STO buttons simultaneously and hold them for 3  
seconds.  
Both buttons flash.  
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4. Press the SELECT IN button to which the first EDID will be copied  
(for example, IN 1).  
The selected input number flashes on the display.  
5. Press the SELECT OUT button from which the first EDID will be  
acquired (for example, OUT 1).  
6. Press the SELECT IN 1 button again.  
The IN 1 button ceases to flash.  
7. Press another SELECT IN to which the next EDID will be copied (for  
example, IN 3).  
The selected input number flashes on the display.  
8. Press the SELECT OUT button from which the next EDID will be  
acquired (for example, OUT 6).  
9. Press the SELECT IN 3 button again.  
The IN 3 button ceases to flash.  
10. Press the SELECT IN buttons to which you want to copy the EDID  
(for example, IN 1 and IN 3).  
11. Make sure that the relevant input numbers flash on the display.  
12. Press the EDID button.  
The process is complete when the display returns to normal.  
7.4.3 Acquiring an EDID from Several Connected Outputs Automatically  
To automatically acquire or change the EDID of several output displays1:  
1. Turn ON the VS-66HDCP.  
2. Connect the required acceptors to the outputs from which you want to  
acquire the EDID.  
3. Press the EDID and STO buttons simultaneously and hold them for 3  
seconds.  
Both buttons flash.  
4. Press the SELECT IN button to which the EDID will be copied.  
The selected input number flashes on the display.  
5. Press the OFF button until a “–“ (hyphen) appears on the display.  
6. Press the EDID button.  
The process is complete when the display returns to normal.  
1 The EDID acquired is a weighted average of all the connected outputs. For example, if several displays with different  
resolutions are connected to the outputs, the acquired EDID supports all the resolutions, as well as other parameters included  
in the EDID  
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7.4.4 Acquiring the Default EDID  
To reset to the default EDID, do the following:  
1. Turn ON the VS-66HDCP.  
2. Press the EDID and STO buttons simultaneously and hold them for 3  
seconds.  
Both buttons flash.  
3. Press the SELECT IN button to which the EDID will be copied.  
The selected input number flashes on the display.  
4. Press the OFF button until a "0" (zero) appears on the display.  
5. Press the EDID button.  
The process is complete when the display returns to normal.  
7.5 Connecting to the VS-66HDCP via RS-232  
You can connect to the VS-66HDCP 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-66HDCP via RS-232:  
Connect the RS-232 9-pin D-sub rear panel port on the VS-66HDCP  
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  
7.6 Operating via the ETHERNET  
You can connect the VS-66HDCP via the Ethernet, using a crossover cable  
(see section 7.6.1) for direct connection to the PC or a straight-through  
cable (see section 7.6.2) for connection via a network hub or network  
router1.  
7.6.1 Connecting the ETHERNET Port directly to a PC (Crossover Cable)  
You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS-66HDCP to the Ethernet port  
on your PC, via a crossover cable with RJ-45 connectors.  
This type of connection is recommended for identifying the VS-66HDCP  
with the factory configured default IP address  
1 After connecting the Ethernet port, you have to install and configure your Ethernet Port. For detailed instructions, see the  
“Ethernet Configuration (FC-11) guide.pdf” file in the technical support section on our Web site:  
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After connecting the Ethernet port, configure your PC as follows:  
1. Right-click the My Network Places icon on your desktop.  
2. Select Properties.  
3. Right-click Local Area Connection Properties.  
4. Select Properties.  
The Local Area Connection Properties window appears.  
5. Select the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click the Properties Button  
Figure 4: Local Area Connection Properties Window  
6. Select Use the following IP Address, and fill in the details as shown in  
7. Click OK.  
Figure 5: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window  
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7.6.2 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub (Straight-Through  
Cable)  
You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS-66HDCP to the Ethernet port  
on a network hub or network router, via a straight through cable with RJ-45  
connectors.  
7.6.3 Control Configuration via the Ethernet Port  
To control several units via the Ethernet, connect the Master unit  
(Machine # 1) via the Ethernet port to the LAN port of your PC. Use your  
PC initially to configure the settings (see section 7.6).  
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Technical Specifications  
The VS-66HDCP technical specifications are shown in Table 3:  
Table 3: VS-66HDCP Technical Specifications1  
INPUTS:  
OUTPUTS:  
6 DVI connectors  
6 DVI connectors  
BANDWIDTH:  
Supports up to 1.65Gbps bandwidth per graphic channel  
Supports DVI 1.1 and HDCP  
COMPLIANCE WITH  
STANDARDS:  
MAX RESOLUTION:  
POWER SOURCE:  
CONTROLS:  
Up to UXGA; 1080p, 1920 x 1200  
100240VAC; 50/60Hz, 32VA  
Front panel buttons, Infrared remote control transmitter, RS-232, Ethernet  
19" x 9.4" x 1U W, D, H  
DIMENSIONS:  
WEIGHT:  
2.5kg (5.5lbs) approx.  
ACCESSORIES:  
OPTIONS:  
Power cord, IR transmitter  
Kramer cables2; external remote IR receiver cable  
1 Specifications are subject to change without notice  
2 For best results, use Kramer cables the such as the C-HM/DM series  
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Default Communication Parameters  
Default Communication Parameters  
Table 4: Default Communication Parameters  
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RS-232  
Protocol 2000  
Baud Rate:  
Data Bits:  
9600  
8
Stop Bits:  
1
Parity:  
None  
HEX  
Command Format:  
Example (Output 1 to Input 1): 0x01, 0x81, 0x81, 0x81  
Ethernet  
Default Settings  
Reset Ethernet Default Settings  
IP Address: 192.168.1.39  
TCP Port #: 5000  
Power cycle the unit while holding in the Factory Reset  
button, located on the rear panel of the unit.  
10 Hex Table  
Table 5 lists the Hex values for a single machine (MACHINE # 1):  
Table 5: VS-66HDCP Hex Codes for Switching via RS-232/RS-485  
OUT 1 OUT 2 OUT 3 OUT 4 OUT 5 OUT 6  
01  
81  
81  
81  
01  
82  
81  
81  
01  
83  
81  
81  
01  
84  
81  
81  
01  
85  
81  
81  
01  
86  
81  
81  
01  
81  
82  
81  
01  
82  
82  
81  
01  
83  
82  
81  
01  
84  
82  
81  
01  
85  
82  
81  
01  
86  
82  
81  
01  
81  
83  
81  
01  
82  
83  
81  
01  
83  
83  
81  
01  
84  
83  
81  
01  
85  
83  
81  
01  
86  
83  
81  
01  
81  
84  
81  
01  
82  
84  
81  
01  
83  
84  
81  
01  
84  
84  
81  
01  
85  
84  
81  
01  
86  
84  
81  
01  
81  
85  
81  
01  
82  
85  
81  
01  
83  
85  
81  
01  
84  
85  
81  
01  
85  
85  
81  
01  
86  
85  
81  
01  
81  
86  
81  
01  
82  
86  
81  
01  
83  
86  
81  
01  
84  
86  
81  
01  
85  
86  
81  
01  
86  
86  
81  
IN 1  
IN 2  
IN 3  
IN 4  
IN 5  
IN 6  
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Kramer Protocol 2000  
11 Kramer Protocol 2000  
The VS-66HDCP is compatible1 with Kramer’s Protocol 20002 (version  
0.50) (below). This RS-232/RS-485 communication protocol uses four  
bytes of information as defined below. The default data rate is 9600 baud,  
with no parity, 8 data bits and 1 stop bit.  
Table 6: Protocol Definitions  
MSB  
LSB  
DESTI-  
INSTRUCTION  
NATION  
0
7
D
6
N5  
5
N4  
4
N3  
3
N2  
2
N1  
1
N0  
0
1st byte  
INPUT  
1
7
I6  
6
I5  
5
I4  
4
I3  
3
I2  
2
I1  
1
I0  
0
2nd byte  
OUTPUT  
1
7
O6  
6
O5  
5
O4  
4
O3  
3
O2  
2
O1  
1
O0  
0
3rd byte  
MACHINE NUMBER  
1
7
OVR  
6
X
5
M4  
4
M3  
3
M2  
2
M1  
1
M0  
0
4th byte  
1st BYTE:  
Bit 7 – Defined as 0.  
D – “DESTINATION”:  
0 - for sending information to the switchers (from the PC);  
1 - for sending to the PC (from the switcher).  
N5…N0 – “INSTRUCTION”  
The function that is to be performed by the switcher(s) is defined by the INSTRUCTION (6 bits). Similarly, if a function is  
performed via the machine’s keyboard, then these bits are set with the INSTRUCTION NO., which was performed. The  
instruction codes are defined according to the table below (INSTRUCTION NO. is the value to be set for N5…N0).  
2nd BYTE:  
Bit 7 – Defined as 1.  
I6…I0 – “INPUT”.  
When switching (ie. instruction codes 1 and 2), the INPUT (7 bits) is set as the input number which is to be switched.  
Similarly, if switching is done via the machine’s front-panel, then these bits are set with the INPUT NUMBER which was  
switched. For other operations, these bits are defined according to the table.  
3rd BYTE:  
Bit 7 – Defined as 1.  
O6…O0 – “OUTPUT”.  
When switching (ie. instruction codes 1 and 2), the OUTPUT (7 bits) is set as the output number which is to be switched.  
Similarly, if switching is done via the machine’s front-panel, then these bits are set with the OUTPUT NUMBER which was  
switched. For other operations, these bits are defined according to the table.  
4th BYTE: Bit 7 – Defined as 1.  
Bit 5 – Don’t care.  
OVR – Machine number override.  
M4…M0 – MACHINE NUMBER.  
Used to address machines in a system via their machine numbers. When several machines are controlled from a single serial  
port, they are usually configured together with each machine having an individual machine number. If the OVR bit is set, then  
all machine numbers will accept (implement) the command, and the addressed machine will reply.  
1 You can download our user-friendly “Software for Calculating Hex Codes for Protocol 2000” from the technical support  
section on our Web site at: http://www.kramerelectronics.com  
2 The instruction codes in Table 7 are a sub-set of the Protocol 2000. You can find the full protocol on our Web site at  
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Kramer Protocol 2000  
For a single machine controlled via the serial port, always set M4…M0 = 1, and make sure that the machine itself is  
configured as MACHINE NUMBER = 1.  
Table 7: Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000  
Note: All values in the table are decimal, unless otherwise stated.  
INSTRUCTION  
DESCRIPTION  
DEFINITION FOR SPECIFIC INSTRUCTION  
INPUT OUTPUT  
NOTE  
#
0
1
RESET VIDEO  
SWITCH VIDEO  
0
0
1
Set equal to video input  
which is to be switched  
(0 = disconnect)  
Set equal to video output which is 2, 15  
to be switched  
(0 = to all the outputs)  
3
STORE VIDEO STATUS  
Set as SETUP #  
0 - to store  
2, 3, 15  
1 - to delete  
4
5
RECALL VIDEO STATUS  
REQUEST STATUS OF A  
VIDEO OUTPUT  
Set as SETUP #  
Set as SETUP #  
0
2, 3, 15  
4, 3  
Equal to output number whose  
status is reqd  
15  
REQUEST WHETHER SETUP  
IS DEFINED / VALID INPUT IS  
DETECTED  
SETUP #  
or  
Input #  
0 - for checking if setup is defined  
1 - for checking if input is valid  
8
30  
31  
61  
LOCK FRONT PANEL  
0 - Panel unlocked  
1 - Panel locked  
0
0
0
2
REQUEST WHETHER PANEL  
IS LOCKED  
IDENTIFY MACHINE  
16  
13  
1 - video machine name  
2 - audio machine name  
0 - Request first 4 digits  
1 - Request first suffix  
3 - video software version 2 - Request second suffix  
4 - audio software version 3 - Request third suffix  
5 - RS422 controller name 10 - Request first prefix  
6 - RS422 controller  
version  
11 - Request second prefix  
12 - Request third prefix  
7 - remote control name  
8 - remote software  
version  
9 - Protocol 2000 revision  
1 - number of inputs  
2 - number of outputs  
3 - number of setups  
62  
DEFINE MACHINE  
1 - for video  
2 - for audio  
3 - for SDI  
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4 - for remote panel  
5 - for RS-422 controller  
NOTES on the above table:  
NOTE 1 - When the master switcher is reset, (e.g. when it is turned on), the reset code is sent to the PC. If this code is sent to  
the switchers, it will reset according to the present power-down settings.  
NOTE 2 - These are bi-directional definitions. That is, if the switcher receives the code, it will perform the instruction; and if  
the instruction is performed (due to a keystroke operation on the front panel), then these codes are sent. For example, if the  
HEX code  
01  
85  
88  
83  
was sent from the PC, then the switcher (machine 3) will switch input 5 to output 8. If the user switched input 1 to output 7  
via the front panel keypad, then the switcher will send HEX codes:  
41  
81  
87  
83  
to the PC.  
When the PC sends one of the commands in this group to the switcher, then, if the instruction is valid, the switcher replies by  
sending to the PC the same four bytes that it was sent (except for the first byte, where the DESTINATION bit is set high).  
NOTE 3 - SETUP # 0 is the present setting. SETUP # 1 and higher are the settings saved in the switcher's memory, (i.e. those  
used for Store and Recall).  
NOTE 4 - The reply to a "REQUEST" instruction is as follows: the same instruction and INPUT codes as were sent are  
returned, and the OUTPUT is assigned the value of the requested parameter. The replies to instructions 10 and 11 are as per  
the definitions in instructions 7 and 8 respectively. For example, if the present status of machine number 5 is breakaway  
setting, then the reply to the HEX code  
0B  
80  
80  
85  
would be HEX codes  
4B 80  
81  
85  
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NOTE 8 - The reply is as in TYPE 3 above, except that here the OUTPUT is assigned with the value 0 if the setup is not  
defined / no valid input is detected; or 1 if it is defined / valid input is detected.  
NOTE 13 - This is a request to identify the switcher/s in the system. If the OUTPUT is set as 0, and the INPUT is set as 1, 2,  
5 or 7, the machine will send its name. The reply is the decimal value of the INPUT and OUTPUT. For example, for a 2216,  
the reply to the request to send the audio machine name would be (HEX codes):  
7D  
96  
90  
81 (i.e. 128dec+ 22dec for 2nd byte, and 128dec+ 16dec for 3rd byte).  
If the request for identification is sent with the INPUT set as 3 or 4, the appropriate machine will send its software version  
number. Again, the reply would be the decimal value of the INPUT and OUTPUT - the INPUT representing the number in  
front of the decimal point, and the OUTPUT representing the number after it. For example, for version 3.5, the reply to the  
request to send the version number would be (HEX codes):  
7D  
83  
85  
81 (i.e. 128dec+ 3dec for 2nd byte, 128dec+ 5dec for 3rd byte).  
If the OUTPUT is set as 1, then the ASCII coding of the lettering following the machine’s name is sent. For example, for the  
VS-7588YC, the reply to the request to send the first suffix would be (HEX codes):  
7D  
D9  
C3  
81 (i.e. 128dec+ ASCII for “Y”; 128dec+ ASCII for “C”).  
NOTE 14 - The number of inputs and outputs refers to the specific machine which is being addressed, not to the system. For  
example, if six 16X16 matrices are configured to make a 48X32 system (48 inputs, 32 outputs), the reply to the HEX code  
3E  
would be HEX codes  
7E 82  
i.e. 16 outputs  
82  
81  
82 (i.e. request the number of outputs)  
90  
82  
NOTE 15 – When the OVR bit (4th byte) is set, then the “video” commands have universal meaning. For example,  
instruction 1 (SWITCH VIDEO) will cause all units (including audio, data, etc.) to switch. Similarly, if a machine is in  
“FOLLOW” mode, it will perform any “video” instruction.  
NOTE 16 - The reply to the “REQUEST WHETHER PANEL IS LOCKED” is as in NOTE 4 above, except that here the  
OUTPUT is assigned with the value 0 if the panel is unlocked, or 1 if it is locked  
KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY  
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LIMITED WARRANTY  
We warrant this product free from defects in materialand workmanship under the following terms.  
HOW LONG IS THE WARRANTY  
Labor and parts are warranted for seven years from the date of the first customer purchase.  
WHO IS PROTECTED?  
Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty.  
WHATIS COVEREDANDWHATIS NOT COVERED  
Except as below, this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product. The following are not  
covered by thewarranty:  
1. Any product which is not distributed by us or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer. If you are  
uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized, please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the Web site  
2. Any product, on which the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed, or on which the WARRANTY VOID  
IF TAMPERED sticker has been torn, reattached, removed or otherwise interfered with.  
3. Damage, deterioration ormalfunctionresultingfrom:  
i) Accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, fire, water, lightningorotheracts of nature  
ii) Product modification, orfailure to follow instructions supplied withtheproduct  
iii) Repair orattemptedrepairby anyone not authorized by Kramer  
iv) Any shipment of theproduct (claims must bepresentedtothe carrier)  
v) Removal orinstallation of theproduct  
vi) Any other cause, which does not relate to aproduct defect  
vii) Cartons, equipment enclosures, cables or accessories used inconjunction withtheproduct  
WHATWE WILLPAYFORANDWHATWE WILLNOT PAY FOR  
We will pay labor andmaterialexpenses for covered items. We willnot pay for the following:  
1. Removalor installations charges.  
2. Costs of initial technical adjustments (set-up), including adjustment of user controls or programming. These costs are  
theresponsibility of the Kramer dealer from whom theproduct was purchased.  
3. Shipping charges.  
HOW YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE  
1. To obtain service on you product, you must take or ship it prepaid to any authorized Kramer service center.  
2. Whenever warranty service is required, the original dated invoice (or a copy) must be presented as proof of  
warranty coverage, and should be included in any shipment of the product. Please also include in any mailing a  
contact name, company, address, and a description of the problem(s).  
3. For the name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center, consult your authorized dealer.  
LIMITATIONOFIMPLIEDWARRANTIES  
All implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited in duration  
to the length of this warranty.  
EXCLUSIONOF DAMAGES  
The liability of Kramer for any effective products is limited to the repair or replacement of the product at our option. Kramer  
shallnot be liable for:  
1. Damage to other property caused by defects in this product, damages based upon inconvenience, loss of use of the  
product, loss of time, commercialloss; or:  
2. Any other damages, whether incidental, consequential or otherwise. Some countries may not allow limitations on  
how long an implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential  
damages, so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you.  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, andyou may also have otherrights, which vary from place toplace.  
NOTE:Allproducts returned to Kramerforservice must haveprior approval.This may beobtained from your dealer.  
This equipment has been tested to determine compliancewiththerequirements of:  
EN-50081:  
"Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC);  
generic emission standard.  
Part 1: Residential, commercialand light industry"  
"Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) generic immunity standard.  
Part 1: Residential, commercialand light industry environment".  
FCC* Rules and Regulations:  
EN-50082:  
CFR-47:  
Part 15: “Radio frequency devices  
Subpart B Unintentional radiators”  
CAUTION!  
Servicing the machines can only be done by an authorized Kramer technician. Any user who makes changes or  
modifications to the unit without the expressed approval of the manufacturer will void user authority to operate the  
equipment.  
Use the suppliedDC powersupply to feedpower to the machine.  
Pleaseuse recommendedinterconnectioncables toconnect the machine to othercomponents.  
* FCC andCEapprovedusing STPcable(for twisted pair products)  
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For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer  
distributors, visit our Web site: www.kramerelectronics.com  
where updates to this user manual may be found.  
We welcome your questions, comments and feedback.  
Safety Warning:  
Disconnect the unit from the power supply before  
opening/servicing.  
Caution  
Kramer Electronics, Ltd.  
P/N: 2900-000360 REV 6  
 

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