Kramer VS-88HDxl User manual

VS-88HDxl Quick Start
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2900- 301256QS
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VS-88HDxl Quick Start Guide
This guide helps you install and use your VS-88HDxl for the first time.
Go to www.kramerav.com/downloads/VS-88HDxl to download the latest user manual and check if firmware
upgrades are available.
Step 1: Check what’s in the box
VS-88HDxl 8x8 3G SD/HD-SDI Matrix Switcher
1 Set of rack ears
4 Rubber feet
RC-IR3 IR remote control transmitter
1 Power cord
1 Quick start guide
Step 2: Get to know your VS-88HDxl
#
Feature
Function
1
IR Receiver
Receives signals from the IR remote control transmitter. Lights yellow when receiving
signals.
2
POWER LED
Lights when the unit is ON.
3
ALL Button
Press ALL and then press an IN button to connect the selected input to all outputs.
4
OFF Button
Press OFF + OUT to disconnect the selected output from the inputs.
Press OFF + ALL to disconnect all outputs.
Press and hold OFF to toggle between dual link and normal mode.
5
IN SELECT Buttons
Press to select the input to switch to the output.
Press and hold buttons IN1 to IN5 to change the genlock timing (see Step 4)
6
OUT SELECT Buttons
Press to select the output to which the input is switched.
7
STO (STORE) Button
Press STO and then press an IN/OUT SELECT key to store the current setting.
8
RCL (RECALL) Button
Press RCL and the relevant IN/OUT SELECT key to recall a setup from the non-volatile
memory.
9
LOCK Button
Press and hold for three seconds to disable/enable the front panel buttons.
10
TAKE Button
Press to confirm a command in Confirm mode (see Step 6).
11
7-segment INPUT Display
Displays each input under the output number that it is switched to.
12
GENLOCK BNC Connector
Connect to the genlock source.
13
TERM HI-Z/75Ω Pushbutton
Press to terminate the genlock source (75Ω) or release for looping.
14
LOOP BNC Connector
Connect to the genlock connector of the next unit in the line.
15
INPUT BNC Connectors
Connect to the serial digital video sources.
16
RS-232 9-pin D-sub (F) Port
Connect to a PC or a control device.

#
Feature
Function
17
PROG/RS-485 TERM
DIP Switches
PROG DIP switch enables microcontroller firmware upgrade.
RS-485 TERM DIP switch terminates the RS-485 line with a 120Ω load.
18
RS-485 Terminal Block Port
Connect to a RS-485 control device (see Step 4).
19
ETHERNET RJ-45 Connector
Connects to a PC or other serial controller through computer networking LAN.
20
MACH # DIP Switches
Use the set the Machine number of the unit (see Step 4).
21
ETH RESET Button
Press to reset to factory default definitions:
IP number −192.168.1.39, Mask –255.255.0.0, Gateway –0.0.0.0
22
OUTPUT BNC Connectors
Connect to the serial digital video acceptors.
23
REMOTE IR 3.5mm Mini Jack
Connect to an external IR receiver unit for controlling the machine via an IR remote control
(instead of using the front panel IR receiver).
24
Power Connector with Fuse
Connect to the electricity mains using the power cord.
25
Power Switch
Turns the power to the unit ON and OFF.
Step 3: Mount VS-88HDxl
To rack mount the machine, attach both rack ears
(by removing the screws from each side of the
machine and replacing those screws through the
rack ears) or place the machine on a table.
•Ensure that the environment (e.g., maximum ambient temperature &
air flow) is compatible for the device.
•Avoid uneven mechanical loading.
•Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate ratings should be
used for avoiding overloading of the circuits.
•Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment should be maintained.
Step 4: Connect inputs and outputs
Always switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VS-88HDxl.
RS-232 Connection:
Use a 9-wire straight cable and connect only pin 2 to pin 2, pin 3 to pin 3, and pin 5 to pin 5 to the RS-232 9-pin D-sub port on
your PC. Note: A null-modem adapter/connection is not required.
RS 485 Connection:
You can operate the VS-88HDxl via the RS-485 port from a distance of up to 1200m (3900ft).
To connect a control device with a RS-485 port to the VS-88HDxl:
1. Set the VS-88HDxl RS-485 machine number and bus termination.
2. Connect the A (+) pin, B (–) pin, and G pin on the RS 485 port of the PC to the corresponding pins on the RS 485 port
on the rear panel of the VS-88HDxl. Note: Pin G may be connected to the shield, if required.

Setting the Machine Number:
•When using a single VS-88HDxl unit, set the unit to Machine # 1.
•When connecting more than one VS-88HDxl unit set a unique Machine # for each unit. The units do not have to be
numbered sequentially. The master unit must be set to Machine #1.
To set the machine # for each unit, set the DIP switches according to the relevant row in the following table:
Machine #
DIP-SWITCH
1
2
3
4
1 (Single or master
unit)
OFF or ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
2
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
3
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
4
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
5
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
6
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
7
ON
ON
ON
OFF
8
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
9
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
10
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
11
ON
ON
OFF
ON
12
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
13
ON
OFF
ON
ON
14
OFF
ON
ON
ON
15
ON
ON
ON
ON
Note: After changing the machine #, the unit must be reset by turning it OFF and ON.
Setting the RS-485 Line Termination:
The RS-485 TERM DIP switch on the first and last units on the RS-485 line must be set to
ON (terminated) and all other units must be set to OFF (not terminated).
Note: The master unit may be located at any part of the line.
Setting the Genlock Video Signals:
To set the Genlock video signals according to timing of the Genlock reference input:
1. Connect the Genlock cable.
2. Press and hold, for 3 seconds, the relevant IN SELECT button according to the table:
IN SELECT Button
Genlock Setting
1
1080i/p @60Hz
2
1080i/p @50Hz
3
720p @60Hz
4
PAL @50Hz
5
NTSC @60Hz
The Genlock setting changes and the new setting is displayed in the INPUT display.
To achieve specified extension distances, use the recommended Kramer cables available at www.kramerav.com/product/VS-88HDxl.
Using third-party cables may cause damage!
Step 5: Connect power
Connect the power cord to VS-88HDxl and plug it into the mains electricity.
Safety Instructions (See www.kramerav.com for updated safety information)
Caution:
•For products with relay terminals and GPI\O ports, please refer to the permitted rating for an external connection, located next to the terminal or in the User Manual.
•There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit.
Warning:
•Use only the power cord that is supplied with the unit.
•Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall before installing.
•Do not open the unit. High voltages can cause electrical shock! Servicing by qualified personnel only.
•To ensure continuous risk protection, replace fuses only according to the rating specified on the product label which located on the bottom of the unit.

Step 6: Operate VS-88HDxl
IR remote control:
RS-232/RS-485 and Ethernet:
RS-232
Protocol 2000
Protocol 3000
Baud Rate:
9600
Baud Rate:
115200
Data Bits:
8
Data Bits:
8
Stop Bits:
1
Stop Bits:
1
Parity:
None
Parity:
None
Command Format:
HEX
Command Format:
ASCII
Example: (Switch video input 2 to output 4):
#V 2>4<CR>
Switching Protocol
P2000 -> P3000
P3000 -> P2000
Command:
0x38, 0x80, 0x83, 0x81
Command:
#P2000<CR>
Front Panel:
Press and hold LOCK and OUT 3
simultaneously
Front Panel:
Press and hold LOCK and OUT 2
simultaneously
Default Ethernet Parameters
IP Address:
192.168.1.39
UDP Port #:
50000
Subnet mask:
255.255.0.0
TCP Port #:
5000
Default gateway:
0.0.0.0.
Power On Display:
When VS-88HDxl is powered on, the display briefly shows the 4-
digit firmware version number and the genlock timing setting
before showing the normal operating display.
Opration Modes:
VS-88HDxl can operate in the following two modes:
•At Once –pressing buttons on the front panel
immediately executes a command.
•Confirm –pressing buttons on the front panel does not
execute a command until the TAKE button is pressed,
to protect against incorrect switching. The mode also
enables keying in several commands and then,
simultaneously executing them by pressing the TAKE
button.
To toggle between At Once and Confirm modes, press the TAKE
button when there are no commands pending.
Note: The TAKE button remains lit in Confirm mode.
To simultaneously execute several commands in Confirm mode:
1. Press the required OUT-IN combinations in sequence.
The INPUT display flashes.
2. Press the TAKE button to confirm all the actions.
The actions are executed and the 7-segment display stops
flashing.
Storing Configurations:
You can save up to 16 input/output configurations in the
VS-88HDxl memory and load them as presets.
To save the current configuration:
1. Press the STO button.
The STO button flashes.
2. Press one of the IN/OUT SELECT buttons.
The current configuration is saved in the memory for the
selected button.
To load an input/output configuration:
1. Press the RCL button.
The RCL button flashes.
2. Press the IN/OUT SELECT button that corresponds to the
required configuration.
The selected preset configuration is loaded from memory.
Note: Recalling an invalid preset activates an error indication (the
STO, RCL, LOCK, and TAKE buttons flash).
If you cannot remember which of the IN/OUT SELECT buttons
corresponds to the required configuration, set VS-88HDxl to
Confirm mode and manually scan all the configurations until you
locate it.