Kramer VS-1616D User manual

USER MANUAL
MODEL:
VS-1616D
2x2 to 16x16 Modular Multi-Format Digital Matrix
Switcher
P/N: 2900-000727 Rev 7 www.kramerAV.com

VS-1616D – Contents i
Contents
1Introduction 1
2Getting Started 3
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 3
2.2 Safety Instructions AC 3
2.3 Safety Instructions (Laser) 4
2.4 Recycling Kramer Products 4
2.5 About Fast Switching 4
2.6 About HDBaseT™ Technology 5
3Overview 6
3.1 Defining the VS-1616D 2x2 to 16x16 Modular Multi-Format Digital Matrix Switcher 8
3.2 Using the IR Transmitter 11
4Installing in a Rack 12
5Connecting the VS-1616D 13
5.1 Port Numbering 14
5.2 Connecting to the VS-1616D via RS-232 16
5.3 Connecting to the VS-1616D via Ethernet 16
6Operating Your Video Matrix Switcher 21
6.1 Startup Display 21
6.2 Using the Selector Buttons 22
6.3 Confirming Actions 23
6.4 Switching Actions 24
6.5 Locking the Front Panel Buttons 27
7Using the Configuration Menus 28
7.1 Using the Setup Menu 29
7.2 Using the Config Menu 34
8Using the Test Video Plus Analog Audio Card 45
8.1 Defining the Test Video Plus Analog Audio Card 45
8.2 Setting the Resolution of the Generated Video 47
8.3 Setting the Pattern of the Generated Video 47
8.4 Installing the Test Module 48
9Using the Input / Output Cards 49
9.1 Defining the AAD-IN2-F16 / AAD-OUT2-F16 49
9.2 Defining the DGKat-IN2-F16 / DGKat-OUT2-F16 51
9.3 Defining the DL-IN1-F16 / DL-OUT1-F16 54
9.4 Defining the DVI-IN2-F16 / DVI-OUT2-F16 55
9.5 Defining the F610-IN2-F16 / F610-OUT2-F16 56
9.6 Defining the F670-IN2-F16 / F670-OUT2-F16 57
9.7 Defining the HH-IN2-F16 / HH-OUT2-F16 59
9.8 Defining the HAA-IN2-F16 / HAA-OUT2-F16 60
9.9 Defining the HAD-IN2-F16 / HAD-OUT2-F16 62
9.10 Defining the HDBT-IN2-F16 / HDBT-OUT2-F16 64
9.11 Defining the HDBT7-IN2-F16 / HDBT7-OUT2-F16 67
9.12 Defining the HDCP-IN2-F16 / HDCP-OUT2-F16 70
9.13 Defining the SDIA-IN2-F16 71
9.14 Defining the UHD-IN2-F16 / UHD-OUT2-F16 74
9.15 Defining the UHDA-IN2-F16 / UHDA-OUT2-F16 76
9.16 Defining the VGA-IN2-F16 / VGA-OUT2-F16 78

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9.17 Defining the VGAA-OUT2-F16 / VGAA-IN2-F16 80
9.18 Defining the HS-OUT2-F16 84
10 Configuring the Number of Installed Input and Output Ports 86
11 Using the Test Module to Troubleshoot Video and Audio Problems 87
11.1 Troubleshooting Video Problems 87
11.2 Troubleshooting Audio Problems 89
12 Input / Output Card Hardware Installation Instructions 92
13 Upgrading the VS-1616D Firmware 95
14 Technical Specifications 96
15 Default Settings 97
15.1 Default Communication Parameters 97
15.2 Factory Default EDID 97
16 Protocol 3000 125
16.1 Understanding Protocol 3000 Commands 126
16.2 Protocol 3000 Syntax 127
16.3 Protocol 3000 Commands 128
16.4 Using the Packet Protocol 154
17 Protocol 2000 155
Figures
Figure 1: VS-1616D Front Panel 8
Figure 2: VS-1616D Front Panel Numeric Keypad 9
Figure 3: VS-1616D Rear Panel Showing DVI cards 10
Figure 4: Connecting the VS-1616D 14
Figure 5: Sample Port Numbering 15
Figure 6: EDID Numbering Assignment 16
Figure 7: Local Area Connection Properties Window 17
Figure 8: Internet Protocol Version 4 Properties Window 18
Figure 9: Internet Protocol Version 6 Properties Window 19
Figure 10: Internet Protocol Properties Window 20
Figure 11: Default Startup Status Display Sequence 21
Figure 12: Menu Tree 28
Figure 13: Resolution DIP-switch 47
Figure 14: DGKat Card Serial Data Transmission 53
Figure 15: Connecting IR Emitter / Receiver 67
Figure 16: Accessing Audio over VGA 81
Figure 17: Signal Paths for Isolating Video Problems 88
Figure 18: Signal Paths for Isolating Audio Problems 90
Figure 19: Inserting the Card into a Slot 92
Figure 20: Card Handles 93

VS-1616D – 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-1616D 2x2 to 16x16 Modular Multi-
Format Digital Matrix Switcher. This product, which incorporates HDMI™
technology, is ideal for:
•Professional display systems requiring video signal routing
•Broadcast, presentation and production facilities, as well as monitoring in
large duplication systems
•Rental/staging applications
Throughout this user manual the chassis configuration is shown with 16
DVI inputs and 16 DVI outputs as a representation only.
The following cards are available and may be mixed in the same chassis:
•AAD-IN2-F16 / AAD-OUT2-F16 (see Section 9.1)
•DGKat-IN2-F16 / DGKat-OUT2-F16 (see Section 9.2)
•DL-IN1-F16 / DL-OUT1-F16 (see Section 9.3)
•DVI-IN2-F16 / DVI-OUT2-F16 (see Section 9.4)
•F610-IN2-F16 / F610-OUT2-F16 (see Section 9.5)

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•F670-IN2-F16 / F670-OUT2-F16 (see Section 9.6)
•HH-IN2-F16 / HH-OUT2-F16 (see Section 9.7)
•HAA-IN2-F16 / HAA-OUT2-F16 (see Section 9.8)
•HAD-IN2-F16 / HAD-OUT2-F16 (see Section 9.9)
•HDBT-IN2-F16 / HDBT-OUT2-F16 (see Section 9.10)
•HDBT7-IN2-F16 / HDBT7-OUT2-F16 (see Section 9.11)
•HDCP-IN2-F16 / HDCP-OUT2-F16 (see Section 9.12)
•SDIA-IN2-F16 (see Section 9.13)
•UHD-IN2-F16 / UHD-OUT2-F16 (see Section 9.14)
•UHDA-IN2-F16 / UHDA-OUT2-F16 (see Section 9.15)
•VGA-IN2-F16 / VGA-OUT2-F16 (see Section 9.16)
•VGAA-IN2-F16 / VGAA-OUT2-F16 (see Section 9.17)
•HS-OUT2-F16 (see Section 9.18)
The F670-IN2/OUT2-F16 cards are fully compatible with the Kramer
670T/670R and 671T/671R HDMI/DVI transmitters and receivers for non-
HDCP content.

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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/downloads/vs-1616D to check for up-to-date
user manuals, application pr
ograms, 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 neighbouring electrical appliances that may adversely
influence signal quality
•Position your VS-1616D 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.
Kramer engineers have developed special twisted pair cables to best match our
digital twisted pair products; Kramer’s BC-UNIKat shielded twisted pair (U/FTP)
cables. These specially built cables significantly outperform regular CAT 6 and
CAT 7a cables.
2.2 Safety Instructions AC
Caution:
There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit
Warning:
Use only the power cord that is supplied with the unit

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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 Safety Instructions (Laser)
Warning:
Class 1 laser product
•Invisible laser radiation present
•Avoid long-term viewing of laser
•Avoid the use of magnifying viewing aids or instruments (such
as binoculars, telescopes, microscopes and magnifying lenses,
but not spectacles or contact lenses)
•Avoid placing optical devices in the emitted beam that could
cause the concentration of the laser radiation to be increased
2.4 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/.
2.5 About Fast Switching
Older display devices require 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 accepting “on-the-fly” switching.

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Depending on the display device in use, the VS-1616D allows for fast switching
(minor reset and the connection kept alive) and extra fast switching (no reset and
the connection kept alive), see Section 7.2.4. Using the fast and extra fast switching
modes allows for fraction-of-a-second switching times when using high performance
display devices or when using a scaler on the video output.
2.6 About HDBaseT™ Technology
HDBaseT™ is an advanced all-in-one connectivity technology (supported by the
HDBaseT Alliance). It is particularly suitable in the consumer home environment as
a digital home networking alternative where it enables you to replace numerous
cables and connectors by a single LAN cable used to transmit, for example,
uncompressed full high definition video, audio, IR, as well as various control
signals.
The products described in this user manual are HDBaseT certified.

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3 Overview
The Kramer VS-1616D is a high performance matrix switcher chassis for AV
signals. The unit is modular and populated from 2 x 2 to 16 x 16 ports in increments
of two inputs and/or two outputs. The unit supports various signals, depending on
the type of cards installed and includes a power supply, control module and a test
module that can monitor and test any input and output in the matrix. It features a
very high bandwidth of up to 3.2Gbps (for the chassis only, effective bandwidth of
the system depends on the input / output cards, see Section 9) that ensures
transparent performance even in the most critical applications. The cards re-clock
and equalize the signals and the chassis can route any or all inputs to any or all
outputs simultaneously.
The VS-1616D is highly configurable–you can add or remove inputs and outputs
independently in groups of two and mix different types of input/output cards in the
same chassis. For example, you can configure a device as a 4 x 12 or a 16 x 8
matrix switcher to exactly suit your needs.
The VS-1616D features:
•Full 16 x 16 non-blocking matrix array to switch any of the 16 input digital
signals to any or all outputs (see Section 5)
•Easy access to 60 pre-set memory locations for quick access to user-defined
setups
•Fast switching on outputs to reduce or remove switching delay
•The Kramer 2000 Protocol for serial control
•A 40 character by 2 line LCD that shows the operational status or the
configuration menu
•A lock function to prevent tampering with the front panel
•A default EDID (Extended Display Identification Data) for each input
•EDID Capture – Copies and stores the EDID from a display device
•EDID PassThru – Passes EDID/HDCP signals from source to display
•Non-volatile EDID storage

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•Kramer Core™ – flexible infrastructure conversion. Copper, fiber or Twisted
Pair, all can be used at the same time according to input/output module
selection. The matrix receives signals from compatible Kramer transmitters,
automatically converts between available infrastructure options and sends the
signals to compatible Kramer receivers
•Max. Data Rate – 10.2Gbps (3.4Gbps per graphic channel) when using
compatible cards
•HDTV Compatible
•HDCP Compliant – With DVI (HDCP), HDMI, F670, HDBaseT, HDMI with
audio and DGKat modules
•HDMI Support
•DGKat™ Signal Integration – Kramer’s unique technology for converting
TMDS as well as control and communication to signals that run over twisted
pair cables. We strongly recommend using Kramer UNIKat cables running
DGKat™ technology designed specifically for optimum performance
•Kramer Equalization & re-Klocking™ Technology – Rebuilds the digital signal
to travel longer distances
•Optional Fast Switching Support – For fraction of a second switching
•Modular & Easily Configurable Platform – Input or output module types can be
mixed and added in increments of 2 from 2x2 up to 16x16
•Versatile Selection of Modules – Including DVI, HDMI, HDCP (HDMI over DVI
connector), Dual Link DVI, HDMI over Fiber, DVI over Fiber, HDBaseT,
HDBaseT Lite, HDMI with analog audio interface, HDMI with digital audio
interface, VGA and DGKat (HDMI over twisted pair)
•Protocol 3000 Support
•Flexible Configuration – To disable HDCP support and convert between HDMI
and DVI
You can operate the VS-1616D via the front panel buttons or remotely via:
•RS-232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system, PC or other
serial controller
•Ethernet over a LAN

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•The infrared remote control transmitter
•Kramer K-Router Plus software application
The VS-1616D is a sophisticated device but has nevertheless been
designed to be simple to operate using an intuitive front panel keypad. For
details of how to route inputs to outputs, see Section 6.4.
The VS-1616D is housed in a 19” rack-mountable enclosure.
3.1 Defining the VS-1616D 2x2 to 16x16 Modular Multi-
Format Digital Matrix Switcher
This section defines the front and rear panels of the VS-1616D.
Figure 1: VS-1616D Front Panel
Buttons 14, 15 and 16 function as the TAKE, MENU and LOCK buttons
respectively.
#
Feature
Function
1
Double-
function
Selector
Buttons
Area
Menu
Button
Functions
ESC
Press to exit the current operation
2
EDID
Press to assign EDID channels
3
STO
Press to store the current setup in a preset. After pressing the
MENU button, this button lights and is enabled.
4
ALL
Press to connect an input to all outputs. After pressing the
MENU button, this button lights and is enabled.
5
OFF
Press to turn off an output. After pressing the MENU button, this
button lights and is enabled.

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6 RCL Press to recall a preset. After pressing the MENU button, this
button lights and is enabled.
7 DELAY Press to set the delay between confirming an action and the
execution of the action
8
ENT
Press to complete the input-output setup when using a one-digit
number instead of two digits. For example, to enter input 5, you
can press either 05 or 5, ENT.
Press to enter the options in a setup menu.
9
BREAKAWAY Button
Press to exit a Menu (see Section 7)
10
DEFAULT SETUP Button
Press to recall the default setup (see Section 6.4.5)
11
OUTPUTS/INPUTS
LCD Display
Displays the outputs (upper row) switched to the selected inputs
(lower row), (see Section 6.1).
Displays user interface messages and menus.
12
IR Receiver
Infrared remote control sensor
13 IR LED Lights yellow when receiving commands from the IR remote
control transmitter
14
TAKE Button
Press to confirm actions (see Section 6.3.2)
15
MENU Button
Press once to enable the ALL, OFF, STO and RCL buttons (see
Section 7).
Press again to enter the configuration menu (see Section 7.2).
When in a Menu, press to cycle through the menu items.
16
LOCK Button
Press and hold for approximately 2 sec to lock/unlock the front
panel buttons (see Section 6.5)
Figure 2: VS-1616D Front Panel Numeric Keypad
#
Feature
Function
17
◄ (Backward)
Press to shift the sliding window to the right (the LCD display
only shows 13 cross-points out of a total of 16).
18
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 0
Numeric keypad, 1 to 0
19
► (Forward)
Press to shift the sliding window to the left (the LCD display only
shows 13 cross-points out of a total of 16).

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Figure 3: VS-1616D Rear Panel Showing DVI cards
#
Feature
Function
20
AC Mains Power Module
Fuse holder and power cord socket. Connect to the AC mains
supply
21 RS-232 9-pin D-sub Port Connects to the remote operation PC or remote controller (see
Section 5.2). If the unit is not the first unit in the line, connects to
the RS-232 OUT 9-pin DB port of the previous unit in the line.
22 IN 1~4, 5~8
Connectors
INPUTS
Connect to the relevant video sources, depending on the cards
installed (1 to 8, see Section 5)
23 IN 9~12, 13~16
Connectors
Connect to the relevant video sources, depending on the cards
installed (9 to 16, see Section 5)
24
PATTERN Button
Press the button repeatedly to change the video pattern
generated by the Test module (see Section 8.3)
25
TEST Module
Signal generator module for testing video and audio outputs
(see Section 7.2.3)
26
RESOLUTION DIP-switches
Set the resolution for video generated by the Test module (see
Section 8.2)
27 NET Ethernet RJ-45 Connector Connect to a PC or controller via the Ethernet LAN (see
Section 5.3).
LINK LED flashes when communication is active. POWER LED
lights when the interface receives power.
28 OUT 1~4, 5~8
Connectors OUTPUTS
Connect to the relevant video acceptors, depending on the
cards installed (1 to 8, see Section 5)
29 OUT 9~12, 13~16
Connectors
Connect to the relevant video acceptors, depending on the
cards installed (9 to 16, see Section 5)
30 Test Module DVI Molex 24-pin
Video Connector
Connect to one of the relevant video inputs/outputs to aid in
troubleshooting (see Section 11.1)
31
Test Module 3.5mm Mini Jack
Unbalanced Analog Audio
Connector
Connect to one of the relevant audio inputs/outputs to aid in
troubleshooting (see Section 11.2)

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3.2 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.

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4 Installing in a Rack
This section provides instructions for rack mounting the unit.

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5 Connecting the VS-1616D
Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to
your VS-1616D. After connecting your VS-1616D, connect its power
and then switch on the power to each device.
You do not have to connect all the inputs and outputs, connect only
those that are required.
In the following example, only two inputs and
two outputs are connected.
The configuration of DVI input/output cards shown in Figure 4 is merely a sample
representation and different input / output cards may be mixed as required (for
limitations, see Section 5.1). Exactly the same principles apply to installations using
other card types.
To connect the VS-1616D, as illustrated in the example in Figure 4, do the
following:
1. Connect up to 16 DVI video sources (for example, computer graphics
sources).
2. Connect up to 16 DVI video acceptors, (for example, a plasma display and a
DVI LCD display).
3. If required, connect a PC or remote controller to the RS-232 port (see
Section 5.2) and/or the Ethernet port (see Section 5.3).
4. Connect the power cord.
5. If necessary, review and set the system configuration using the Menu
(see Section 7).
Given an input signal that is HDCP encoded, the VS-1616D outputs
a signal only if the output port to which it is switched supports HDCP.