Kramer VS-211H User manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.
USER MANUAL
MODEL:
VS-211H
Automatic HDMI Standby
Switcher
P/N: 2900-000681 Rev 5

VS-211H – Contents
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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-211H Automatic HDMI Standby Switcher 5
4Using the VS-211H 6
4.1 Connecting the VS-211H 6
4.2 Selecting the Default Master Source Signal 7
4.3 Connecting the REMOTE Terminal Block Connector 8
5Technical Specifications 9
Figures
Figure 1: VS-211H Automatic HDMI Standby Switcher 5
Figure 2: VS-211H Connections 7
Figure 3: REMOTE Terminal Block Connector 8

VS-211H - Introduction
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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 VS-211H Automatic HDMI Standby
Switcher, which is ideal for providing backup switching for broadcast and post-
production applications.

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VS-211H - 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 VS-211H 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.
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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
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/.
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VS-211H - Overview
3 Overview
The VS-211H is a high-performance automatic standby switcher for HDMI video
signals. The VS-211H automatically switches to the secondary input whenever the
primary video signal is interrupted. If the primary signal reappears, the unit
automatically switches back to the primary input.
In addition, the VS-211H features:
A maximum data rate of up to 2.25Gbps
HDTV compatibility
HDCP and HDMI compliance
3D pass through
EDID PassThru that passes EDID signals from source to display
A DEFAULT INPUT switch for selecting the default HDMI master source
signal
Contact closure remote control for forced operation
Active switching

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3.1 Defining the VS-211H Automatic HDMI Standby
Switcher
This section defines the VS-211H.
Figure 1: VS-211H Automatic HDMI Standby Switcher
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Feature
Function
1
ACTIVE INPUT 1,2 LEDs
Illuminate when input is active
2
ON LED
Illuminates when receiving power
3
OUT HDMI Connector
Connects to the HDMI output acceptor
4
IN 1 HDMI Connector
Connects to the HDMI input source 1
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IN 2 HDMI Connector
Connects to the HDMI input source 2
6
DEFAULT INPUT Switch
Switches to select the default input (IN 1 or IN 2)
7
REMOTE IN 1 and IN 2 Terminal
Block Connectors
Connect to a contact closure switch
8
5V DC
+5V DC connector for powering the unit

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VS-211H - Using the VS-211H
4 Using the VS-211H
This section describes how to:
Connect the VS-211H (see Section 4.1)
Select the default master source signal (see Section 4.2)
Connect the REMOTE connector (see Section 4.3)
4.1 Connecting the VS-211H
Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your
VS-211H. After connecting your VS-211H, connect its power and then
switch on the power to each device.
To connect the VS-211H, as illustrated in the example in Figure 2, do the following:
1. Connect the IN 1 HDMI connector to the HDMI input source 1 (for example,
DVD player 1).
2. Connect HDMI input source 2 (for example, DVD player 2) to the IN 2 HDMI
connector.
3. Connect HDMI acceptor (for example, an LCD display) to the OUT HDMI
connector.
4. Set the DEFAULT INPUT switch to whichever input is the master input, as
described in Section 4.2.
5. If needed, connect the remote switches to the REMOTE IN 1 and IN 2
terminal block connectors, as described in Section 4.3.
6. Connect the 5V DC power adapter to the power socket and connect the
adapter to the mains electricity.
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Figure 2: VS-211H Connections
4.2 Selecting the Default Master Source Signal
When active input sources are connected to IN 1 and IN 2, the DEFAULT INPUT
switch setting determines the default master input source.
If the master input signal is not detected, the VS-211H automatically activates the
standby input:
If IN 1 is the default input and it fails, IN 2 activates
If IN 2 is the default input and it fails, IN 1 activates
If the master input reactivates while the standby input is active, the unit
automatically switches back to the master input:
If IN 2 is active while IN 1 is the default input, when IN 1 reactivates, it is
switched to the output
If IN 1 is active while IN 2 is the default input, when IN 2 reactivates, it is
switched to the output