Kramer VS-84HDCPxl User manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.
USER MANUAL
MODEL:
VS-84HDCPxl
8x4 DVI Matrix Switcher
P/N: 2900-300017 Rev 5

VS-84HDCPxl – Contents i
Contents
1Introduction 1
2Getting Started 2
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2
2.2 Recycling Kramer Products 3
3Overview 4
3.1 Defining the VS-84HDCPxl 8x4 DVI Matrix Switcher 4
3.2 Using the IR Transmitter 7
4Installing in a Rack 8
5Connecting the VS-84HDCPxl 9
5.1 Connecting to the VS-84HDCPxl via RS-232 10
5.2 Connecting to the VS-84HDCPxl via Ethernet 11
6Operating the VS-84HDCPxl 8x4 DVI Matrix Switcher 14
6.1 Routing Inputs to Outputs 14
6.2 Disconnecting the Outputs 14
6.3 Storing and Recalling a Setup 14
6.4 Acquiring the EDID 16
6.5 Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel 18
6.6 Resetting the Ethernet Configuration to Default Values 18
6.7 Controlling Configuration via the Ethernet Port 18
6.8 Firmware Upgrade 18
7Technical Specifications 19
8Default Communication Parameters 20
9Kramer Protocol 2000 21
Figures
UFigure 1: VS-84HDCPxl 8x4 DVI Matrix Switcher Front PanelU5
UFigure 2: VS-84HDCPxl 8x4 DVI Matrix Switcher Rear PanelU6
UFigure 3: Connecting to the VS-84HDCPxl Rear PanelU10
UFigure 4: Local Area Connection Properties WindowU12
UFigure 5: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties WindowU12
UFigure 6: SELECTOR ButtonsU15

VS-84HDCPxl - 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 VS-84HDCPxl 8x4 DVI Matrix
Switcher, which is ideal for the following typical applications:
•Conference room presentations
•Rental and staging

2 VS-84HDCPxl - 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
•Use Kramer high-performance high-resolution cables
•Use only the power cord that is supplied with this machine
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 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-84HDCPxl 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 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 VS-84HDCPxl - Overview
3 Overview
The Kramer VS-84HDCPxl is a high−performance matrix switcher for DVI and
HDMI signals on a DVI−D connector. It reclocks and equalizes the signal and can
route any input to any or all outputs simultaneously.
DVI-D (Digital). Note that only the digital signal (DVI-D) is available on he DVI connector.
The VS-84HDCPxl features:
•A maximum data rate of 6.75Gbps (2.25Gbps per graphic channel)
•HDTV compat bility, HDCP compliance
•HDMI support for Deep Color, x.v.Color™, 3D Pass-Through, HDMI
Compressed Audio Channels
•Fast Switching Technology that reduces switching delay between DVI/HDMI
sources
•EDID PassThru that passes EDID signals from source to display
•Output disconnect for each output
•Front panel control lockout
•Memory locations that store multiple switches as presets to be recalled and
executed when needed
•Flexible control options including the front panel, IR remote, RS-232 (K-
Router™ Windows®-based software is included), Ethernet (Windows®-
based Ethernet Configuration Manager & Virtual Serial Port Manager is
included)
•Worldwide power supply - 100-240V AC
•Standard 19” rack mount size of 2U. Rack "ears" included
You can control the VS-84HDCPxl using the front panel buttons or remotely via:
•RS-232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system, PC or other
serial controller
•The Kramer infrared remote control transmitter
•The Ethernet port
3.1 Defining the VS-84HDCPxl 8x4 DVI Matrix Switcher
This section defines the VS-84HDCPxl.

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Figure 1: VS-84HDCPxl 8x4 DVI Matrix Switcher Front Panel
# Feature Function
1 IR Receiver and LED IR remote control sensor. LED lights yellow when receiving an IR signal
2 POWER LED Lights green when the unit is turned on
3 ALL Button Press to select all inputs or all outputs (see Section 6.1
4 ) OFF Button Press to disconnect one or all outputs (see Section 6.2
5 ) SELECT OUT Buttons Press to select an output (from 1 to 4)
6 SELECT IN Buttons Press to select an input (from 1 to 8)
7 STO Button Press to store a switching configuration
8 RCL Button Press to recall a switching configuration
9 LOCK Button Press and hold to lock the front panel buttons and to acquire the EDID (see Section 6.5
10
). Press and
hold a second time to unlock the front panel buttons
EDID Button Press to acquire the EDID
11 OUTPUT 1 to 6 Indicates the output channels and their respective input selections on the 7-segment display
12 INPUT 7-segment Display Number shown on the display indicates the relevant input channel

Figure 2: VS-84HDCPxl 8x4 DVI Matrix Switcher Rear Panel
#
Feature
Function
13 INPUT DVI Connectors Connect to the DVI sources (from 1 to 8)
14 RS-232 9-pin D-sub (F) Connector Connect to a PC or the serial remote controller (see Section 8
15
)
ETHERNET RJ-45 Connector Connect to a PC or other Ethernet controller via a LAN (see Section 8
16 ) RESET Button Press and hold to reset the Ethernet configuration to its factory default values (see Section 8
17 ) OUTPUT DVI Connectors Connect to the DVI acceptors (from 1 to 4)
18 REMOTE IR 3.5mm Mini Jack Connect to an external IR receiver unit for controlling the machine via an IR remote controller
(instead of using the front panel IR receiver)
19 Mains Power Connector with Switch
and Fuse Connect to the AC mains supply and use the switch to turn the device on or off
6VS-84HDCPxl – Overview

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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 or, instead, via an optional external IR receiver (Model:
C-A35M/IRR-50). The external IR receiver can be located up to 15 meters away
from the machine. This distance can be extended to up to 60 meters when used
with three extension cables (Model: C-A35M/A35F-50).
Before using the external IR receiver, be sure to arrange for your Kramer dealer to
insert the internal IR connection cable (P/N: 505-70434010-S) with the 3.5mm
connector that fits into the REMOTE IR opening on the rear panel. Connect the
external IR receiver to the REMOTE IR 3.5mm connector.