Kramer VS-88UT User manual

VS-88UT Quick Start (P/N: 2900-300582QS REV 1)
P/N:
2900- 300582QS
Rev:
1
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VS-88UT Quick Start Guide
This guide helps you install and use your VS-88UT for the first time.
Go to www.kramerav.com/downloads/VS-88UT to download the latest user manual and check if firmware
upgrades are available.
Step 1: Check what’s in the box
VS-88UT 8x8 HDMI/HDBT MatrixSwitcher
1 Power cord
1 Quick start guide
1 Set of rack ears
4 Rubber feet
Step 2: Get to know your VS-88UT
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Feature
Function
1
ON LED
Lights when receiving power.
2
STATUS LED
Multi-color LED lights upon startup, flashes green upon boot and lights green when ready to use. The
LED lights red to indicate internal errors.
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Feature
Function
Controller Functionality
3
IR IN 3.5mm Mini Jack
Connect to an external IR receiver (1 and 2).
4
IR OUT Terminal Block Connectors
Connect to IR emitter cables (from 1 to 4).
5
GPI/O Terminal Block Connectors
Connect to various analog and digital sensors (from 1 to 4).
6
RELAYS Terminal Block Connectors
Connect to low-voltage relay-driven devices (from 1 to 8).
7
RS-232 Terminal Block Connectors
Connect to RS-232 controlled devices (from 1 to 4).
8
RS-485 Terminal Block Connector
Connect to the RS-485 detachable terminal block on a switcher or PC.
Pins B (-) and A (+) are for RS-485; Pin G may be connected to the shield (if required).

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Feature
Function
9
K-NET Terminal Block Connector
Use with the K-Config control system. PIN GND is for the Ground connection; PIN B (-)
and PIN A (+) are for RS-485, and PIN +12V is for powering other devices.
10
RS-485 TERM Switch
Slide down for RS-485 termination with 120; slide up for no RS-485 line termination.
The first and the last units on the RS-485 line should be terminated (ON). Other units
should not be terminated (OFF).
11
K-NET TERM Switch
Use with the K-Config control system.
Slide down (in the direction of the arrow) for K-NET termination; slide up for bus to not
be terminated. The last physical device on a K-NET bus must be terminated.
12
PROG Switch
For factory use only.
13
PROG Mini USB Connector
For room controller functionalities.
Matrix Functionality
14
REMOTE MUTE 2-pin Terminal
Block Connector
Remote switch to mute the video and audio signals. Enables easy integration of the
audio system with PA systems, usually used for alarms or other public audio messages.
15
GPIO Terminal Block Connectors
For future use.
16
PROGRAM DIP-switches
For future use.
17
Power Connector with Switch and
Fuse
AC connector, enabling power supply to the unit.
Power switch for turning the unit on or off.
18
AUDIO
INPUT (MICx2) 5-pin
Terminal Block
Connectors
Connect to a stereo audio balanced source (from 1 to 4) or two microphone inputs (from
1 to 8).
19
INPUT 3.5mm Mini Jack
Connect to an unbalanced audio source (from 5 to 8).
20
LINE OUT 5-pin
Terminal Block
Connectors
Connect to a stereo balanced audio acceptor (1 and 2).
21
POWER AMP OUT 4-pin
Terminal Block
Connectors
Connect to a pair of loudspeakers.
22
VIDEO
HDMI IN Connector
Connect to an HDMI source (from 1 to 4).
23
HDMI IN—HDBT IN
Connectors
Connect a source to the HDMI IN 5 and/or HDMI IN 6 inputs, or connect a transmitter to
the HDBT IN (5) and/or HDBT IN (6) inputs. The same applies to the HDMI IN 7/8 and
HDBT IN (7)/(8) pairs. For each input pair (HDMI or HDBT), only one type of connector
can be enabled (via the Routing Settings Web page); by default, the HDBT pair is
active. The HDBT Transmitter (for example, the Kramer TP-590Txr) can pass audio
and video signals as well as USB, Ethernet, power and serial commands (5, 6, 7 and
8).
24
HDMI OUT Connector
Connect to an HDMI acceptor (1, 2, 3, 4, 7 and 8).
25
OUT 5 (HDBT) RJ-45
Connector
Connect to an HDBT receiver (for example, the Kramer TP-590Rxr) to pass audio and
video signals as well as USB, Ethernet, power and serial commands (5 and 6).
26
HDBT IR
3.5mm
Mini Jack
IN
Connect to an external IR sensor/emitter to send/receive IR signals (5, 6, 7 and 8) via
HDBT inputs 5, 6, 7 and 8 respectively.
OUT
Connect to an external IR sensor/emitter to send/receive IR signals (5 and 6) via HDBT
outputs 5 and 6, respectively.
27
RS-232 HDBT DATA Terminal Block
Connectors (G, Rx, Tx)
Connect to the PC or the remote controller and pass data between this RS-232 port and
the HDBT OUT ports or one of the HDBT IN ports.
28
RS-232 CONTROL Port Terminal
Block Connectors (G, Rx, Tx)
Connect to the PC or the remote controller to control the VS-88UT via Protocol 3000
commands.
29
HDBT USB Device Port Pairs
Connect up to two USB clients to each pair (1 and 2) to pass data via the HDBT inputs
or outputs.
30
HDBT USB HOST Ports
Connect to a USB host (1 and 2) to pass data via the HDBT inputs or outputs.
31
ETH RJ-45 Ports
CONTROL
Connect to the PC or other controller through computer networking.
32
DATA 1G
Connect to the PC or other controller via the Ethernet to pass data between HDBT ports
and the controller.
33
RESET Recessed Button
Press briefly to restart the system. Press for about 5 seconds to reset settings to factory
default values and restart the system.

Step 3: Install the VS-88UT
To rack mount the machine attach both ear brackets to the machine (by removing the five screws
from each side of the machine and replacing those screws through the ear brackets) or place the
machine on a table.
Step 4: Connect the inputs and outputs
Always switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VS-88UT. For best results, we recommend that you
always use Kramer high-performance cables to connect AV equipment to the VS-88UT.
RJ-45 pinout:
Connect the audio input:
For the Ethernet and HDBaseT connectors, see the proper wiring
diagram below
To a balanced stereo audio
source:
To an unbalanced stereo audio
source:
PIN EIA /TIA 568B
PIN
Wire Color
1
Orange / White
2
Orange
3
Green / White
4
Blue
5
Blue / White
6
Green
7
Brown / White
Connect the audio output:
8
Brown
To a balanced stereo audio
acceptor
To an unbalanced stereo audio
acceptor
Step 5: Connect the power
Connect AC power to the rear of the VS-88UT, switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device.
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.
See www.KramerAV.com for updated safety information.

Step 6: Operate via the Web pages:
Route video and audio signals:
Click a white button in the matrix to route an input to an output (audio and/or video).
Optional input to output routing.
Video only is routed.
An active signal is detected (for inputs and outputs).
Current input to output routing state.
Audio only is routed.
No active signal is detected (for inputs and outputs).
Additional functions:
Inputs:
HDMI and HDBT
Click the input name to change its settings.
Click to route the audio and video inputs separately.
Click to toggle between the HDBT and HDMI input.
Analog Audio
Click the input name to change its settings.
Click to change audio level settings.
Click to toggle between one analog input signal and two mic. Input signals.
Outputs:
HDMI and HDBT
Click the output name to change its settings.
/
Audio-only mode is enabled/disabled.
/
HDMI is on/off.
/
Audio-follow-video mode is enabled/disabled.
/
AUDIO is on/off.
/
Pattern is selected/not selected.
Analog and Amplified Audio:
Click to change audio settings.
Default communication parameters:
RS-232
Protocol 3000
Baud Rate:
115,200
Stop Bits:
1
Data Bits:
8
Parity:
None
Example (Set the volume on analog audio input 5 to 10dB):
#X-AUD-LVL IN.ANALOG_AUDIO.5.AUDIO.1,10
TCP/IP Parameters
IP Address:
192.168.1.39
UDP Port #:
50000
Subnet mask:
255.255.000.000
Maximum UDP Connections:
Unlimited
Default gateway:
192.168.0.1
Maximum TCP Connections:
Unlimited
TCP Port #:
5000
Full Factory Reset
Protocol 3000
Use “#FACTORY” command and use “#RESET” to restore the factory default values.