Kramer VM-2HDT User manual

VM-2HDT, VM-3HDT Quick Start
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VM-2HDT, VM-3HDT Quick Start Guide
This guide helps you install and use your VM-2HDT, VM-3HDT for the first time.
Go to www.kramerav.com/downloads/VM-2HDT, VM-3HDT to download the latest user manual and check if
firmware upgrades are available.
Step 1: Check what’s in the box
VM-2HDT or VM-3HDT HDBT DA/Extender
4 Rubber feet
1 Bracket set
1 Power adapter and cord
1 Quick start guide
Step 2: Get to know your VM-2HDT, VM-3HDT
This section defines the VM-3HDT. VM-2HDT is identical but has 2 HDBT OUT connectors (OUT 1 and OUT 2).
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Feature
Function
1
PROGRAM Mini USB Connector
Use to send RS-232 commands.
Connect to a PC to perform firmware upgrades (via K-Upload) and work with the
EDID Designer. K-Upload and EDID Designer can be downloaded from our Web site
at: www.kramerav.com/support.
To use the mini USB port, you need to download and the Kramer USB driver from our
Web site at: www.kramerav.com/support/product_downloads.asp and install it.
2
EDID SETUP Button
Press to capture one of the output EDIDs or the default EDID to the input EDID.
3
IN LED
Lights when an active input signal is detected.
4
LINK LEDs (1 to 3)
Lights when a link is established with the receiver (VM-2HDT: 1 to 2).
5
OUTPUT LEDs (LOOP and 1 to
3)
Lights when a remote active output acceptor (sink) is detected on the LOOP or
HDBaseT receiver that is connected to the output (VM-2HDT: LOOP and 1 to 2).
Flashes when a non-HDCP acceptor is connected to the output and the input is
HDCP-encrypted (the content is displayed for only a few seconds).
6
ON LED
Lights when the unit receives power.
7
INPUT HDMI™Connector
Connects to the HDMI source.
8
LOOP OUT HDMI Connector
Connect to a local monitor or a daisy-chained distributor, for example, a VM-4HDT.
9
HDBT OUT Connectors (1 to 3)
Connect to an HDBT acceptor, for example TP-580R (VM-2HDT: 1 to 2).
10
IR 3.5mm Mini Jack
Connect an IR sensor for sending IR signals to a remote device (for example, a
projector connected to an HDBT receiver). Or
Connect an IR emitter (attached to a local device) for receiving IR signals from the
device’s IR remote control via HDBT.
11
RS-232 3-pin Terminal Block
Connect to a serial controller to control a remote device that is connected to the RS-
232 port of the HDbaseT receiver.
12
SETUP 8-way DIP-switch
Used to set the IR and RS-232 command behavior.
13
SETUP 4-way DIP-switch
Always keep all four DIP-switches UP (off).
14
5V DC Connector
Connects to the 5V DC power supply.

Step 3: Install VM-2HDT, VM-3HDT
Install VM-2HDT, VM-3HDT using one of the following methods:
•Attach the rubber feet and place the unit on a flat surface.
•Fasten a bracket (included) on each side of the unit and attach it to a flat surface.
For more information go to
www.kramerav.com/downloads/VM-2HDT, VM-3HDT.
•Mount the unit in a rack using the recommended rack adapter
(see www.kramerav.com/product/VM-2HDT, VM-3HDT).
Step 4: Connect the inputs and outputs
Always switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VM-2HDT, VM-3HDT. For best results, we
recommend that you always use Kramer high-performance cables to connect AV equipment to VM-2HDT, VM-3HDT.
Step 5: Connect the power
Connect the 5V DC power adapter to VM-2HDT, VM-3HDT and plug it into the mains electricity.
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.
See www.KramerAV.com for updated safety information.
Step 6: Operate VM-2HDT, VM-3HDT
To enable/disable IR and RS-232 routing, set the DIP-switches (by default, set to OFF) as follows:
Out #
IR Routing is enabled when:
RS-232 Routing is enabled when:
OUT 1
DIP 1 –OFF (up)
DIP 5 –OFF (up)
OUT 2
DIP 2 –OFF (up)
DIP 6 –OFF (up)
OUT 3
DIP 3 –OFF (up)
DIP 7 –OFF (up)

Acquire EDID by:
•Using the EDID SETUP front
panel button.
•Using the Kramer EDID Designer
PC tool connected to USB.
•Manually sending RS-232 serial
commands via laptop connected
to USB.
USB setup for RS-232 communication:
RS-232
Baud Rate:
115200
Data Bits:
8
Command Format:
ASCII
Stop Bits:
1
Parity:
None
Example (Copy the EDID data from the Output 1
to the Input):
“#CPEDID 1,1,0<cr>
Factory Reset
Protocol 3000:
#FACTORY command to reset to factory default
configuration.
VM-2HDT, VM-3HDT supports EDID Designer (via the mini USB port) that can be loaded from our Web site: Kramer
EDID Designer.
To use the mini USB port, you need to download and the Kramer USB driver from our Web site at:
www.kramerav.com/support/product_downloads.asp and install it.
Acquiring the EDID via front panel
Press EDID SETUP once to display the present EDID source: OUT 1, OUT 2, OUT 3. OUT 4, or all OUT LEDs flash (default
EDID).
To acquire an EDID:
1. Press EDID SETUP.the present EDID source is displayed.
2. Press EDID SETUP (a second time) to enter EDID select mode.
3. Press EDID SETUP repeatedly to cycle through the EDID source options.
The OUT LEDs flash in the following order:
OUT 1 -> OUT 2 -> OUT 3 -> OUT 4 -> all output LEDs flash (default EDID).
Stop pressing EDID SETUP once the required EDID source is reached.
4. Wait a few seconds, until VM-2HDT, VM-3HDT acquires the EDID.
When complete, all output LEDS return to normal operation, displaying the present output connection status.
If an unconnected output is chosen or the connected EDID cannot be read from a connected output, the VM-2HDT,
VM-3HDT loads the default EDID.
Forcing the RGB Mode
Normally (the default state), when acquiring the EDID, the device supports any color space that is defined in the acquired
EDID parameters.
To:
Do the following:
Force the acquired EDID to
support only RGB color space:
Press and hold the EDID button for few seconds until all the output LEDs
flash together four times.
Continue to acquire the desired EDID.
This acquired EDID is then forced to support the RGB color space only.
Return to the normal EDID mode:
Press and hold the EDID button for few seconds until the output LEDs
flash together once.
Continue to acquire the desired EDID.
View the current EDID mode:
Power cycle the unit.
All output LEDs will flash together once when in normal EDID mode, and
four times when in Force RGB mode.

Technical Specifications
VM-2HDT
VM-3HDT
Inputs
1 HDMI
1 HDMI
On a female HDMI connector
Outputs
1 LOOP HDMI
1 LOOP HDMI
On a female HDMI connector
2 HDBT
3 HDBT
On RJ-45 female connectors
Ports
1 USB
1 USB
On a Mini female connector
1 RS-232
1 RS-232
On a 3-pin terminal block connector
1 IR
1 IR
On a 3.5mm mini jack
Maximum Extension Range
40m (130ft)
At 4K@60Hz (4:2:0)
70m (230ft)
At full HD (1080p@60Hz 36bpp)
Video
Max. Resolution
4K@30Hz and 4K@60Hz 4:2:0
Max. Data Rate
10.2Gbps (3.4Gbps per graphic channel)
Compliance
Supports HDMI 2.0, HDCP 1.4, and HDBaseT 1.0
Control
Front Panel
EDID setup button
IN, LINK, OUTPUT and ON indication LEDs
Rear Panel
DIP-switches
Power
Consumption
VM-2HDT: 5V DC, 1.6A
VM-3HDT: 5V DC 2.1A
Source
5V DC, 4A
Environmental Conditions
Operating Temperature
0° to +40°C (32° to 104°F)
Storage Temperature
-40° to +70°C (-40° to 158°F)
Humidity
10% to 90%, RH non-condensing
Regulatory Compliance
Safety
CE
Environmental
RoHs, WEEE
Enclosure
Size
Mega Tool
Cooling
Convection ventilation
General
Net Dimensions (W, D, H)
18.8cm x 11.5 cm x 2.54cm
(7.4" x 4.53" x 1.")
Shipping Dimensions (W, D, H)
34.5cm x 16.5cm x 5.2cm
(13.6” x 6.5” x 2.05”)
Net Weight
0.5kg (1.1lbs) approx.
Shipping Weight
1.29kg (2.84lbs) approx.
Accessories
Included
Power adapter and cord
Specifications are subject to change without notice at www.kramerav.com
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