Kramer Vsm-4x4x User manual

VSM-4x4X Quick Start

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VSM-4x4X Quick Start Guide

This guide helps you install and use your VSM-4x4X for the first time.

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Step 1: Check what’s in the box

VSM-4x4X 4K 4x4 Seamless Matrix Switcher/Multi-Scaler

1 Power cord

1 Quick start guide

1 Set of rack ears

4 Rubber feet

Step 2: Get to know your VSM-4x4X

Feature

Function

IN SELECTOR Buttons

Press to select an HDMI input (from 1 to 4) to switch to an output or a window.

OUT SELECTOR

Buttons

In the MATRIX mode: select the output to which the input is switched (A, B, C or D).

In the VIDEO WALL mode: not used.

In the MULTI-VIEW mode: select the input for each window on the display.

ALL Button

Press ALL followed by an INPUT button to connect that input to all the outputs (not available

for the video wall mode).

OFF Button

Press after pressing an output button to disconnect the selected output from the inputs. To

disconnect all the outputs, press ALL followed by OFF.

MATRIX Mode

Press to operate the system as a matrix switcher.

VIDEO-WALL Mode

Press to operate as a video wall.

2x2

Configure a 2x2 video wall.

1x4

Configure a 1x4 video wall.

MULTI-VIEW Mode

Press to operate in multi-view configurations:

Quad

4 windows filling the display.

PiP

1 window over a background image.

2 windows over a background image.

3 windows over a background image.

Stacked

4 images, overlapping (maintaining aspect ratio).

PoP

2 images, side-by-side (maintaining aspect ratio).

2 images, displayed as a split-screen (elongated images).

1 large window and 3 smaller images on the side (maintaining aspect ratio).

RCL Button

Press to recall a configuration.

STO Button

Press to store a configuration.

IDENTIFY Button

Press to indicate which input is displayed on each output or window. The display time is set via

the OSD menu.

RESET TO XGA/1080p

Button

Press and hold for about 5 seconds to toggle resetting the video resolution to XGA or 1080p.

PANEL LOCK Button

Press and hold for about 5 seconds to toggle locking the front panel buttons.

Feature

Function

HDMI INPUT Connectors

Connect to the HDMI sources (from 1 to 4).

HDMI OUTPUT Connectors

Connect to HDMI acceptors (from A to D).

AUDIO OUT 5-pin Terminal

Block Connector

Connect to a balanced audio source (from 1 to 4).

RESET Recessed button

Press and hold while powering on the device to reset to factory default parameters.

ETHERNET Connector

Connect to the PC or other Serial Controller through computer networking.

RS-232 3-pin Terminal Block

Connector

Connect to the PC or a remote controller.

Mains Power Connector, Fuse

and Switch

Connect to the mains supply and use the switch to turn the unit on or off.

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Step 3: Mount VSM-4x4X

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 VSM-4x4X.

Connecting the audio output

To a balanced stereo audio

acceptor:

To an unbalanced stereo

audio acceptor:

The following are connection examples for different layout configurations, as defined by the front panel buttons and the

embedded web pages.

Multi-View Mode –Split Screen

Multi-View Mode –Side by Side

Multi-View Mode –PiP 2

Multi-View Mode –Stacked

Multi-View Mode –POP3 (Side)

Multi-View Mode –POP3 (Bottom)

Step 5: Connect power

Connect the power cord to VSM-4x4X 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 VSM-4x4X

Operate Product via:

•Front panel buttons

•Remotely, by RS-232 serial

commands transmitted by a

touch screen system, PC, or

other serial controller

•Embedded web pages via the

Ethernet

RS-232 Control / Protocol 3000

Baud Rate:

115,200