Kramer VA-4H User manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.
USER MANUAL
MODEL:
VA-4H
4-Channel HDMI EDID
Controller
P/N: 2900-300043 Rev 2

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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 VA-4H 4-Channel HDMI EDID Controller 5
5Connecting the VA-4H 7
6Operating the VA-4H 8
7Technical Specifications 9
Figures
UFigure 1: VA-4H 4-Channel HDMI EDID Controller Front PanelU5
UFigure 2: VA-4H 4-Channel HDMI EDID Controller Rear PanelU6
UFigure 3: Connecting the VA-4H 4-Channel HDMI EDID ControllerU7

VA-4H - 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 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: 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 VA-4H 4-Channel HDMI EDID
Controller, which is ideal for the following typical applications:
•Distributing presentation graphics
•Using a display at a distance from the computer
•Using in graphics production studios

2 VA-4H - 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 VA-4H and 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
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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 VA-4H - Overview
3 Overview
The VA-4H is an EDID controller for HDMI signals. The unit inputs up to four HDMI
channels and lets you select an EDID for each channel from the display, an
internal default EDID or to pass the signal through without change.
The VA-4H features:
•A maximum data rate of 2.25Gbps per channel for a total of 6.75Gbps
•A maximum input resolution of 1080p
•HDTV compatibility
•Compliance with standards: HDMI and HDCP 1.2
•Support of HDMI (V.1.4 with Deep Color, x.v.Color™, Lip Sync, HDMI
Uncompressed Audio Channels, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD, CEC)
•Four input/output channels
•Four tamper-proof, recessed selector pushbuttons
•Non-volatile memory that saves final settings
•LED indicators for power and EDID source settings
•An RS-232 port for upgrading firmware
•A 5V DC power source
•A compact MultiTools enclosure that can be rack mounted with an optional
RK-13 rack adapter

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4 Defining the VA-4H 4-Channel HDMI EDID
Controller
This section defines the VA-4H.
Figure 1: VA-4H 4-Channel HDMI EDID Controller Front Panel
# Feature Function
1 ON LED Illuminates green when 5V DC power is connected
2
CHAN. 1
CAPTURE Button Press to choose the channel 1 EDID source
3 DEFAULT
PASS
MONITOR LEDS
Upper LED illuminates red when default EDID is chosen,
both LEDS illuminate when pass-through is chosen, lower
green LED illuminates when the monitor EDID is chosen
4
CHAN. 2
CAPTURE Button Press to choose the channel 2 EDID source
5 DEFAULT
PASS
MONITOR LEDS
Upper LED illuminates red when default EDID is chosen,
both LEDS illuminate when pass-through is chosen, lower
green LED illuminates when the monitor EDID is chosen
6
CHAN. 3
CAPTURE Button Press to choose the channel 3 EDID source
7 DEFAULT
PASS
MONITOR LEDS
Upper LED illuminates red when default EDID is chosen,
both LEDS illuminate when pass-through is chosen, lower
green LED illuminates when the monitor EDID is chosen
8
CHAN. 4
CAPTURE Button Press to choose the channel 4 EDID source
9 DEFAULT
PASS
MONITOR LEDS
Upper LED illuminates red when default EDID is chosen,
both LEDS illuminate when pass-through is chosen, lower
green LED illuminates when the monitor EDID is chosen

6 VA-4H - Defining the VA-4H 4-Channel HDMI EDID Controller
Figure 2: VA-4H 4-Channel HDMI EDID Controller Rear Panel
# Feature Function
10
CHAN. 1
IN HDMI
Connector Connects to the channel 1 HDMI source
11 OUT HDMI
Connector Connects to the channel 1 HDMI acceptor
12
CHAN. 2
IN HDMI
Connector Connects to the channel 2 HDMI source
13 OUT HDMI
Connector Connects to the channel 2 HDMI acceptor
14
CHAN. 3
IN HDMI
Connector Connects to the channel 3 HDMI source
15 OUT HDMI
Connector Connects to the channel 3 HDMI acceptor
16
CHAN. 4
IN HDMI
Connector Connects to the channel 4 HDMI source
17 OUT HDMI
Connector Connects to the channel 4 HDMI acceptor
18 PROGRAM RS-232
Connector Connects to a PC for upgrading the device firmware (see Upgrading the VA-4H Firmware document on the Kramer
Web site)
19 5V DC Connector Connects to the 5V DC power supply

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5 Connecting the VA-4H
Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your
VA-4H. After connecting your VA-4H, connect its power and then
switch on the power to each device.
To connect the VA-4H as illustrated in the example in Figure 3:
1. Connect up to four HDMI sources (as an example, DVD players) to the
HDMI IN connectors.
2. Connect the HDMI OUT connectors to up to four HDMI acceptors (as an
example, displays with speakers).
Figure 3: Connecting the VA-4H 4-Channel HDMI EDID Controller
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