Kramer VS-88HDCPxl User manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.
USER MANUAL
MODEL:
VS-88HDCPxl
8x8 DVI Matrix Switcher
P/N: 2900-300016 Rev 9

VS-88HDCPxl – 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 About Fast Switching 5
3.2 Defining the VS-88HDCPxl 8x8 DVI Matrix Switcher 5
3.3 Using the IR Transmitter 8
4Installing in a Rack 9
5Connecting the VS-88HDCPxl 10
5.1 Connecting to the VS-88HDCPxl via RS-232 11
5.2 Connecting via Ethernet 12
6Operating the VS-88HDCPxl 8x8 DVI Matrix Switcher 13
6.1 Routing Inputs to Outputs 13
6.2 Disconnecting the Outputs 13
6.3 Storing and Recalling a Setup 14
6.4 Changing the Port Switching Speed 15
6.5 Acquiring the EDID 16
6.6 Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel 18
6.7 Resetting the Ethernet Configuration to Default Values 18
6.8 Controlling Configuration via the Ethernet Port 18
6.9 Firmware Upgrade 18
7Technical Specifications 19
8Default Communication Parameters 20
9Protocol 2000 21
10 Application Software Tools 24
10.1 Control Methods 24
10.2 Firmware Upgrade 24
Figures
Figure 1: VS-88HDCPxl 8x8 DVI Matrix Switcher Front Panel 6
Figure 2: VS-88HDCPxl 8x8 DVI Matrix Switcher Rear Panel 7
Figure 3: Connecting to the VS-88HDCPxl Rear Panel 11
Figure 4: SELECTOR Buttons 14

VS-88HDCPxl - 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 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-88HDCPxl 8x8 DVI Matrix
Switcher, which is ideal for the following applications:
 Conference room presentations
 Advertising
 Rental and staging

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VS-88HDCPxl - 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.kramerav.com/downloads/VS-88HDCPxl
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-88HDCPxl 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 power cord that is supplied with the unit
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 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-88HDCPxl - Overview
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The high-quality Kramer VS-88HDCPxl is an HDCP compatible 8 x 8 DVI Matrix
Switcher that accepts up to eight DVI inputs and routes the selected DVI input
signal to any or all of eight DVI outputs.
Note that only the digital signal (DVI-D) is available on the DVI connector.
The VS-88HDCPxl features:
 Max. Data Rate - 6.75Gbps (2.25Gbps per graphic channel)
Suitable for resolutions up to UXGA at 60Hz, and for all HD resolutions
 HDTV Compatibility
 HDCP Compliance
 HDMI Support for Deep Color, x.v.Color™, 3D Pass-Through, HDMI
Compressed Audio Channels
 Input/Output - DVI-D signals (on DVI-I connectors)
 Kramer Equalization and re-Klocking™ Technology - Rebuilds the digital
signal integrity to travel longer distances
 Fast Switching Technology - Reduces switching delay between DVI/HDMI
sources
 Output Disconnect - Each output
 Front Panel Lockout
 Memory Locations - Stores multiple switches as presets to be recalled and
executed when needed
 Worldwide Power Supply - 100-240V AC
 Standard 19-inch Rack Mount Size - 2U. Rack “ears” included

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You can control the VS-88HDCPxl 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
 An external remote IR receiver (optional), see Section 3.3
3.1 About Fast Switching
Older display devices required 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 “on-the-fly” switching.
Depending on the display device in use, the VS-88HDCPxl allows for fast
switching (minor reset and the connection kept alive) and extra fast switching (no
reset and the connection kept alive). 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.
3.2 Defining the VS-88HDCPxl 8x8 DVI Matrix Switcher
This section defines the VS-88HDCPxl.

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VS-88HDCPxl - Overview
Figure 1: VS-88HDCPxl 8x8 DVI Matrix Switcher Front Panel
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Feature
Function
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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 8)
Note that when a sink is connected to an output, that output button lights
If a screen that does not support HDCP is connected to an output, the button of that output
may possibly remain unlit
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SELECT IN Buttons
Press to select an input (from 1 to 8)
Note that when there is a live signal at an input, that input button lights
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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 6.6). Press and hold
a second time to unlock the front panel buttons
10
EDID Button
Press to acquire the EDID
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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
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Figure 2: VS-88HDCPxl 8x8 DVI Matrix Switcher Rear Panel
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Feature
Function
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INPUT DVI Connectors
Connect to the DVI sources (from 1 to 8)
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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)
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RESET Button
Press and hold to reset the Ethernet configuration to its factory default values (see
Section 8)
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OUTPUT DVI Connectors
Connect to the DVI acceptors (from 1 to 8)
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), see Section 3.3
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Mains Power Connector with Switch and Fuse
Connect to the AC mains supply and use the switch to turn the device on or off