Kramer VS-3232D User manual

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Model:
VS-3232D
32x32 Digital Matrix Switcher

Contents
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Contents
1Introduction 1
2Getting Started 1
2.1 Quick Start 2
3Overview 3
3.1 Defining EDID 4
3.2 Recommendations for Best Performance 4
4Defining the VS-3232D 32x32 Digital Matrix Switcher 4
4.1 Using the IR Transmitter 8
5Installing the VS-3232D in a Rack 9
6Connecting the VS-3232D 32x32 Digital Matrix Switcher 10
6.1 Port Numbering 11
6.1.1 EDID Numbering Examples 12
6.2 Connecting to the VS-3232D via RS-232 13
6.3 Connecting to the VS-3232D via Ethernet 13
6.3.1 Connecting the Ethernet Port directly to a PC 13
6.3.2 Connecting to the Ethernet Port via a Network Switch/Hub 15
7Operating Your Video Matrix Switcher 15
7.1 Startup Display 15
7.1.1 Viewing the Display 16
7.2 Using the Selector Buttons 16
7.3 Confirming Actions 16
7.3.1 Toggling between the At Once and Confirm Modes 17
7.3.2 Confirming a Switching Action 17
7.4 Switching Actions 17
7.4.1 Switching one Input to one Output 18
7.4.2 Switching Several Inputs to Several Outputs 18
7.4.3 Turning an Output Off 18
7.4.4 Turning Off Several Outputs 19
7.4.5 Recalling the Default Setup 19
7.5 Locking the Front Panel Buttons 20
8Using the Configuration Menus 20
8.1 Using the Setup Menu 20
8.1.1 Setup Menu—1: inXX=>ALL, Switching one Input to all Outputs 21
8.1.2 Setup Menu—3: outXX=>OFF, Turning an Output Off 21
8.1.3 Setup Menu—7: EDID, Assignment to an Input 21
8.1.4 Setup Menu—9: Delay, Setting for an Output 22
8.1.5 Setup Menu—4: store setup XX, Storing the Setup in a Preset 23
8.1.6 Setup Menu—6: recall setup XX, Recalling a Preset 23
8.2 Using the Config Menu 24
8.2.1 Config Menu—Input Signal Detection Display 25
8.2.2 Config Menu—Output Load Detection Display 25

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8.2.3Config Menu—Interface Configuration 26
8.2.4 Config Menu—Interface Reply Configuration 26
8.2.5 Config Menu—Protocol Configuration 27
8.2.6 Config Menu—Store Default Setup 27
8.2.7 Config Menu—Total Matrix Reset 27
8.2.8 Config Menu—Display Firmware Versions 28
9Configuring the Number of Installed Input and Output Ports 29
10 Installing and Using the Test Module to Troubleshoot Video Problems 29
10.1 Installing the Test Module 29
10.2 Setting the Resolution of the Generated Video 30
10.3 Setting the Pattern of the Generated Video 31
10.4 Using the Test Module to Troubleshoot Video Problems 31
10.4.1 Testing the Projector Output 31
10.4.2 Testing the Output Signal Path to the Projector 32
10.4.3 Testing the Input and Output Signal Path to the Projector 32
11 I/O Card Hardware Installation Instructions 32
12 Upgrading the VS-3232D Firmware 34
13 Technical Specifications 35
14 Default Communication Parameters 36
15 Factory Default EDID 36
15.1 DVI Input Card 36
15.2 DVI (HDCP) Input Card 37
15.3 HDMI Input Card 39
15.4 DVI Dual Channel Input Card 41
16 Communication Protocols 41
Figures
Figure 1: VS-3232D 32x32 Digital Matrix Switcher Front Panel 5
Figure 2: VS-3232D Front Panel Numeric Keypad 6
Figure 3: VS-3232D 32x32 Digital Matrix Switcher Rear Panel Showing DVI Cards 7
Figure 4: Connecting the VS-3232D 10
Figure 5: Sample Port Numbering 12
Figure 6: Local Area Connection Properties Window 14
Figure 7: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window 14
Figure 8: Default Startup Status Display Sequence 15
Figure 9: Resolution DIP-switch 30
Figure 10: Signal Paths for Isolating problems 31
Figure 11: Inserting the Card into a Slot 33
Figure 12: Card Handles 34

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Tables
Table 1: VS-3232D 32x32 Digital Matrix Switcher Front Panel Features 6
Table 2: VS-3232D Front Panel Numeric Keypad Labels 6
Table 3: VS-3232D 32x32 Digital Matrix Switcher Rear Panel Features 8
Table 4: Port Numbering 12
Table 5: EDID Configuration Requests and Results 13
Table 6: Available PC Resolutions for Generated Video (Jumper off) 30
Table 7: Available HDResolutions for Generated Video (Jumper on, default) 30
Table 8: Technical Specifications of the 32x32 Digital Matrix Switcher 35
Table 9: Technical Specifications of VS-3232D Compatible Cards 35
Table 10: Default Communication Parameters for the VS-3232D 36
Table 11: Hex Table (IN 1-32 to OUT 1-16) 41
Table 12: Hex Table (IN 1-32 to OUT 17-32) 43

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 groups1
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VS-3232D 32x32 Digital Matrix
Switcher. This product is ideal for the following typical applications:
that are clearly defined by function.
•Professional display systems requiring video signal routing
•Broadcast, presentation and production facilities, as well as monitoring in
large duplication systems
•Rental/staging applications
The package includes the following items:
•VS-3232D 32x32 Digital Matrix Switcher
•Power cord
•Kramer RC-IR3infrared remote control transmitter (including the required
batteries and a separate user manual2)
•This user manual2
Note: Throughout this user manual the chassis configuration is shown with 32 DVI
inputs and 32 DVI outputs as a representation only. The following cards are
available and may be mixed in the same chassis:
•DVI
•DVI dual link
•DVI (HDCP)
•DVI (over 4LC fiber optic cable)
•HDMI (HDCP)
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
1 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 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from http://www.kramerelectronics.com

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•Use Kramer high-performance high-resolution cables1
•Use only the power cord that is supplied with this machine
2.1 Quick Start
The following quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps.
1 The complete list of Kramer cables is available from http://www.kramerelectronics.com

Overview
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3 Overview
The Kramer VS-3232D is a high performance matrix switcher chassis that supports
up to 32 x 32 ports1for various signals (depending on the type of cards installed).
It features a very high bandwidth2
The VS-3232D is highly configurable–you can add or remove inputs and outputs
independently in groups of four and mix different types of input/ouput cards in the
same chassis. For example, you can configure a device as a 4 x 24 or a 32 x 8
matrix switcher to exactly suit your needs.
of up to 3.2Gbps (for the chassis only, effective
bandwidth of the system depends on the I/O cards) 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-3232D features:
•Full 32 x 32 non-blocking matrix array to switch any of the 32 input digital
signals to any or all outputs (with limitations, see Section 6)
•Easy access to 59 preset memory locations for quick access to user-defined
setups
•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
•I-EDIDPro™ Kramer Intelligent EDID Processing™ – Intelligent EDID
handling and processing algorithm ensures plug and play operation for
DVI/HDMI systems
•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 digital signals from compatible
Kramer transmitters, automatically converts between available infrastructure
options and sends the signals to compatible Kramer receivers
•Equalization and re-clocking on all card types
You can operate the VS-3232D via the front panel buttons3
•RS-232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system, PC or other
serial controller
or remotely via:
1 Can also be configured for other sizes (up to a maximum of 32 x 32)
2 For maximum bandwidth supported by each type of card see the Technical Specifications in Section 13
3 The VS-3232D is a sophisticated device but has been designed to be as simple as possible to operate. Due to space limitations on the
front panel 64 input/output selector buttons are instead substituted by a keypad. For details of how to route inputs to outputs, see
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•Ethernet over a LAN
•The infrared remote control transmitter
The VS-3232D is housed in a 19" rack-mountable enclosure.
To achieve the best performance:
•Connect only good quality connection cables, thus avoiding 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
•Position your Kramer VS-3232D in a location free from moisture and away
from excessive sunlight and dust
3.1 Defining EDID
The Extended Display Identification Data (EDID1
3.2 Recommendations for Best Performance
) is a data-structure provided by
a display, to describe its capabilities to a graphics card (that is connected to the
display’s source). The EDID enables the video source to “know” what kind of
monitor is connected to the output. The EDID includes the manufacturer’s name,
the product type, the timing data supported by the display, the display size,
luminance data and (for digital displays only) the pixel mapping data.
To achieve the best performance:
•Use only good quality connection cables 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-3232D
away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust
4 Defining the VS-3232D 32x32 Digital Matrix Switcher
Figure 1, Table 1, Figure 2and Table 2define the front panel of the VS-3232D.
1 Defined by a standard published by the Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA)

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Figure 1: VS-3232D 32x32 Digital Matrix Switcher Front Panel
Note: Buttons 11, 12 and 13 function as the TAKE, MENU and LOCK buttons respectively

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Table 1: VS-3232D 32x32 Digital Matrix Switcher Front Panel Features
#
Feature
Function
1
Double-
function
Selector
Buttons
Area
Menu
Buttons
ESC Press to exit the current operation
2 EDID Press to assign EDID channels
3 STO
1
Press to store the current setup in the a preset
4 ALL
1
Press to connect an input to all outputs
5 OFF
1
Press to turn off an output
6 RCL1Press to recall a preset
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 digits2
Press to enter the options in a setup menu
.
9 IR Receiver Infrared remote control sensor
10 IR LED Lights yellow when receiving commands from the IR remote control transmitter
11 TAKE Button Press to confirm actions (see Section 7.3.2
12
)
MENU Button Press once to enable the ALL, OFF STO and RCL buttons (see Section 8).
Press again to enter the configuration menu (see 8.2Section
When in a Menu, press to cycle through the menu items
).
13 LOCK Button Press and hold for approximately 2 sec to lock/unlock the front panel buttons (see
Section 7.5
14
)
BREAKAWAY Button Press to exit a Menu (see Section 8
15
)
DEFAULT SETUP Button Press to recall the default setup (see Section 7.4.5
16
)
OUTPUTS/INPUTS
LCD Display
Displays the outputs (upper row) switched to the selected inputs (lower row), (see
Section 7.1
Displays user interface messages and menus
).
Figure 2: VS-3232D Front Panel Numeric Keypad
Table 2: VS-3232D Front Panel Numeric Keypad Labels
# Feature Function
17 ◄(Backward) Press to shift the sliding window to the right
3
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 left3
1 After pressing the MENU button, this button lights and is enabled
2 For example, to enter input 5, you can either press 05 or 5, ENT
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Figure 3and Table 3define the rear panel of the VS-3232D showing DVI cards installed as an example.
Figure 3: VS-3232D 32x32 Digital Matrix Switcher Rear Panel Showing DVI Cards

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Table 3: VS-3232D 32x32 Digital Matrix Switcher Rear Panel Features
#
Feature
Function
20 AC Mains Power Module Fuse holder and power cord socket. Connect to the AC
mains supply
21 IN 1~16 Connectors
INPUTS
Connect to the relevant video sources, depending on the
cards installed (1 to 16, see Section 6
22
)
IN 17~32 Connectors Connect to the relevant video sources, depending on the
cards installed (17 to 32, see Section 6
23
)
TEST Module Signal generator module for testing video outputs (see
Section 10
24
)
RESOLUTION DIP-switches Set the resolution for video generated by the Test module
(see Section 10.2
25
)
RS-232 9-pin D-sub Port Connects to the remote operation PC or remote controller
(see Section 6.1
26
)
NET Ethernet RJ-45 Connector Connect to a PC or controller via the Ethernet LAN (see
Section 6.3
The LINK LED flashes when communication is active.
POWER LED lights when the interface receives power
).
27 OUT 1~16 Connectors
OUTPUTS
Connect to the relevant video acceptors, depending on the
cards installed (1 to 16, see Section 6
28
)
OUT 17~32 Connectors Connect to the relevant video acceptors, depending on the
cards installed (17 to 32, see Section 6
29
)
PATTERN Button Press the button repeatedly to change the video pattern
generated by the Test module (see Section 10.3
30
)
Test Module Output Connector Connect to one of the relevant video inputs to aid in
troubleshooting (see Section 10.4
4.1 Using the IR Transmitter
)
You can use the RC-IR3IR transmitter to control the machine via the built-in IR
receiver on the front panel.

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5 Installing the VS-3232D in a Rack
This section provides instruction on rack mounting the VS-3232D.

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6 Connecting the VS-3232D 32x32 Digital Matrix Switcher
The configuration of DVI input/output cards shown in Figure 4is merely a sample
representation and different I/O cards may be mixed as required (for limitations,
see page 11). Exactly the same principles apply to installations using other card
types.
Figure 4: Connecting the VS-3232D

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To install1the VS-3232D as illustrated in the example in Figure 4:
1. Connect up to 32 DVI video sources (for example2
2. Connect up to 32 DVI video acceptors, (for example
, computer graphics
sources).
2, a plasma display and a
DVI LCD display).
3. If required, connect a PC or remote controller to the RS-232 port (see
Section 6.1) and/or the Ethernet port (see 6.3Section
4. Connect the power cord
).
3
5. If necessary, review and set the system configuration using the Menu (see
.
Section 8
Note: Given an input signal that is HDCP encoded, the VS-3232D will output a
signal only if the output port to which it is switched support HDCP.
).
6.1 Port Numbering
On all cards apart from the DVI dual link cards, there are four physical ports and
the numbering of ports is sequential from top to bottom and left to right. Each DVI
dual link card provides two physical ports which causes the loss of two numbers in
the numbering sequence of that card only. A sample numbering is shown in
Figure 5 and explained in Table 4.
1 Switch off the power for each device before connecting it to your VS-3232D
2 In this example only two inputs and two outputs are connected
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Figure 5: Sample Port Numbering
Table 4: Port Numbering
#
Port Number
#
Port Number
1 IN 1, IN 2, IN 3, IN 4 4 OUT 1, OUT 2, OUT 3, OUT 4
2 IN 5, IN 6 5 OUT 5, OUT 6, OUT 7, OUT 8
3 IN 9, IN 10, IN 11, IN 12 6 OUT 9, OUT 10
Note: There is no IN 7, IN 8, OUT 11 or OUT 12 because these slots contain DVI
dual link cards.
6.1.1 EDID Numbering Examples
Table 5is based on the port numbering shown in Figure 5. Figure 7lists EDID
configuration requests and the results.

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Table 5: EDID Configuration Requests and Results
EDID Request
EDID Sent
From OUT 11 Blank (256 bytes of 0xFF)
From IN 13 None (error message displayed)
6.2 Connecting to the VS-3232D via RS-232
You can connect to the VS-3232D via an RS-232 connection using, for example, a
PC. Note that a null-modem adapter/connection is not required1
To connect to the VS-3232D via RS-232:
.
•Connect the RS-232 9-pin D-sub rear panel port on the VS-3232D 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
6.3 Connecting to the VS-3232D via Ethernet
You can connect the VS-3232D via Ethernet using a crossover cable (see
Section 6.3.1) for direct connection to the PC, or a straight through cable (see
6.3.2Section ) for connection via a network hub or network router2
6.3.1 Connecting the Ethernet Port directly to a PC
.
You can connect the Ethernet port on the VS-3232D to the Ethernet port on your
PC via a crossover cable with RJ-45 connectors.
This type of connection is recommended for identification of the factory default
IP Address of the VS-3232D during the initial configuration
To configure your PC after connecting the Ethernet port:
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.
1 Note that some early devices require a null modem
2 After connecting the Ethernet port, you have to install and configure your Ethernet Port. For detailed instructions, see the Ethernet
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Figure 6: Local Area Connection Properties Window
6. Select Use the following IP Address and enter the details as shown in
Figure 7.
Figure 7: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window
7. Click OK.

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6.3.2 Connecting to the Ethernet Port via a Network Switch/Hub
To connect to the Ethernet port on the VS-3232D via a network switch/hub:
•Connect the PC to the Ethernet network switch/hub using a straight through
cable
7 Operating Your Video Matrix Switcher
This section describes:
•The startup display (see Section 7.1
•Using the selector buttons (see
)
Section 7.2
•Confirming actions (see
)
Section 7.3
•Switching options (see
)
Section 7.4
•Locking the front panel (see
)
Section 7.5
7.1 Startup Display
)
After switching on the power, the LCD display1shows the following screens in
sequence.
Figure 8: Default Startup Status Display Sequence
The front panel of the VS-3232D includes a numeric keypad within the selector
buttons area2. This keypad lets you enter both the output and input numbers as well
as various numeric configuration values (see Section 7.2
When the unit is powered-on, the last matrix setup that was used is loaded. Use
either the recall setup
).
3(see Section 8.1.6) or default setup recall4
7.4.5
(see
Section
1 The text in the LCD Display may vary (according to machine settings)
) functions to retrieve other setups.
2 See Table 1
3 Records a stored configuration from a preset
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7.1.1 Viewing the Display
Figure 8shows the output-input matrix on the LCD display. The LCD display can
show 13 out of the 32 available matrix combinations at once. To view any of the
matrix combinations use the ◄or the ►buttons on the front panel to shift the
sliding window to the right or left.
This sliding window functionality is enabled when:
•The switcher is in between operations1
•Recalling a setup using the ◄ or ►buttons
When entering an output/input combination, the contents of the LCD display
automatically shift to indicate the current status of the selected output.
7.2 Using the Selector Buttons
For numbers between 1 and 9, the VS-3232D can handle two digit numbers as well
as single digit numbers. When entering a single digit number (for example 5), you
can either press 0 followed by 5, or 5 followed by ENT.
Pressing 00 (or 0, ENT) is only relevant for an input selection and is used to
disconnect the currently entered output number from the input.
For example, the following display indicates that inputs 8 and 12 are disconnected
from any output (note that in the second line representing these inputs the display
is blank):
06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13
12 08 10 14 13 06
The ESC button is used to cancel an operation without affecting the current status.
For example, if you enter an incorrect number by mistake, press the ESC button to
cancel the operation.
Note: At any stage, if no button is pressed within approximately 15 seconds, the
automatic timeout causes the VS-3232D to exit the operation and revert to the
output/input display.
7.3 Confirming Actions
You can choose to work in the At Once (default2
In the At Once mode:
) or the Confirm mode.
•The TAKE button does not light
•Pressing an OUT-IN combination implements the switch without further
user confirmation
1 Waiting for its next operation while all previous operations are complete or cancelled
2 For all actions except storing/recalling