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
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Feature
Function
1
IN SELECTOR Buttons
Press to select an HDMI input (from 1 to 4) to switch to an output or a window.
2
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.
3
ALL Button
Press ALL followed by an INPUT button to connect that input to all the outputs (not available
for the video wall mode).
4
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.
5
MATRIX Mode
Press to operate the system as a matrix switcher.
6
VIDEO-WALL Mode
Press to operate as a video wall.
2x2
Configure a 2x2 video wall.
1x4
Configure a 1x4 video wall.
7
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).
8
RCL Button
Press to recall a configuration.
9
STO Button
Press to store a configuration.
10
IDENTIFY Button
Press to indicate which input is displayed on each output or window. The display time is set via
the OSD menu.
11
RESET TO XGA/1080p
Button
Press and hold for about 5 seconds to toggle resetting the video resolution to XGA or 1080p.
12
PANEL LOCK Button
Press and hold for about 5 seconds to toggle locking the front panel buttons.

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Feature
Function
13
HDMI INPUT Connectors
Connect to the HDMI sources (from 1 to 4).
14
HDMI OUTPUT Connectors
Connect to HDMI acceptors (from A to D).
15
AUDIO OUT 5-pin Terminal
Block Connector
Connect to a balanced audio source (from 1 to 4).
16
RESET Recessed button
Press and hold while powering on the device to reset to factory default parameters.
17
ETHERNET Connector
Connect to the PC or other Serial Controller through computer networking.
18
RS-232 3-pin Terminal Block
Connector
Connect to the PC or a remote controller.
19
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
Parity:
None
Data Bits:
8
Command Format:
ASCII
Stop Bits:
1
Example: (Set view mode to POP3 (Side)): #VIEW-MOD 5
Default Ethernet Parameters
IP Address:
192.168.1.39
UDP Port #:
50000
Subnet mask:
255.255.0.0
TCP Port #:
5000
Gateway:
192.168.0.1