Kramer VS-88HDCPxl User manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.
USER MANUAL
MODEL:
VS-88HDCPxl
8x8 DVI Matrix Switcher
P/N: 2900-300016 Rev 3

VS-88HDCPxl – Contents i
Contents
1Introduction 1
2Getting Started 2
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2
3Overview 3
3.1 About HDCP 4
3.2 Defining EDID 4
3.3 Defining the VS-88HDCPxl 8x8 DVI Matrix Switcher 4
3.4 Using the IR Transmitter 7
4Installing in a Rack 8
5Connecting the VS-88HDCPxl 9
5.1 Connecting to the VS-88HDCPxl via RS-232 10
5.2 Connecting to the VS-88HDCPxl via Ethernet 10
6Operating the VS-88HDCPxl 8x8 DVI Matrix Switcher 13
6.1 Routing Inputs to Outputs 13
6.2 Disconnecting the Outputs 13
6.3Storing and Recalling a Setup 13
6.4 Acquiring the EDID 15
6.5 Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel 17
6.6 Resetting the Ethernet Configuration to Default Values 17
6.7 Controlling Configuration via the Ethernet Port 17
7Firmware Upgrade 18
8Technical Specifications 19
9Default Communication Parameters 20
10 Kramer Protocol 2000 21
Figures
Figure 1: VS-88HDCPxl 8x8 DVI Matrix Switcher 5
Figure 2: Connecting to the VS-88HDCPxl Rear Panel 9
Figure 3: Local Area Connection Properties Window 11
Figure 4: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window 12
Figure 5: SELECTOR Buttons 14

VS-88HDCPxl - 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 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 and
GROUP 11: Sierra Products.
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VS-88HDCPxl 8x8 DVI Matrix
Switcher, which is ideal for conference room presentations and advertising
applications as well as for rental and staging.

2 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
•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)
•Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely
influence signal quality
•Position your Kramer VS-88HDCPxl away from moisture, excessive sunlight
and dust
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VS-88HDCPxl - Overview 3
3 Overview
The high quality Kramer VS-88HDCPxl is an HDCP compat ble 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.
DVI-D (Digital). Note that only the digital signal (DVI D) is available on the DVI connector.
The VS-88HDCPxl features:
•Support for up to 2.25Gbps bandwidth per graphic channel
Suitable for resolutions up to UXGA at 60Hz, and for all HD resolutions
•Support for HDCP (High Definition Digital Content Protection)
•HDMI Support – HDMI (V1.4a with Deep Color, x.v.Color™, 3D Pass-
Through, HDMI Compressed Audio Channels)
•EDID PassThru that passes EDID/HDCP signals from source to display
•Kramer reKlocking™ & Equalization Technology that rebuilds the digital
signal to travel longer distances
•A PANEL LOCK button to prevent unwanted tampering with the buttons on
the front panel
•16 preset memory locations for quick access to common configurations
•2U height that fits into a standard 19” professional rack enclosure
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

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3.1 About HDCP
The HDCP (High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection) standard (developed by
Intel), protects digital video and audio signals transmitted over DVI or DVI
connections between two HDCP-enabled devices to eliminate the reproduction of
copyrighted material. To protect copyright holders (such as movie studios) from
having their programs copied and shared, the HDCP standard provides for the
secure and encrypted transmission of digital signals.
3.2 Defining EDID
The Extended Display Identification Data (EDID) is a data-structure, provided by a
display, to describe its capabilities to a DVI source.
Defined by a standard published by the Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA).
The EDID enables the VS-88HDCPxl 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. See Section 6.4 for details of how to
acquire the EDID.
3.3 Defining the VS-88HDCPxl 8x8 DVI Matrix Switcher
This section defines the VS-88HDCPxl.

VS-88HDCPxl - Overview 5
Figure 1: VS-88HDCPxl 8x8 DVI Matrix Switcher

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VS-88HDCPxl Front Panel Features
#
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). Press and hold a second time to unlock the
front panel buttons
10 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
VS-88HDCPxl Rear Panel Features
#
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 9)
15 ETHERNET RJ-45
Connector Connect to a PC or other Ethernet controller via a LAN (see Section 9)
16 RESET Button
Press and hold to reset the Ethernet configuration to its factory
default values (see Section 9)
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), see Section 3.4
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

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3.4 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.