Kramer VM-218DTxr User manual

VM-218DTxr Quick Start
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2900- 300622QS
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VM-218DTxr Quick Start Guide
This guide helps you install and use your VM-218DTxr for the first time.
Go to www.kramerav.com/downloads/VM-218DTxr to download the latest user manual and check if
firmware upgrades are available.
Step 1: Check what’s in the box
VM-218DTxr HDMI/HDBT Switcher/DA
1 Quick start guide
1 Set of rack
ears
1 Power cord
4 Rubber feet
Step 2: Get to know your VM-218DTxr
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Feature
Function
1
IR LED
Lights orange when the unit accepts IR remote commands.
2
IR Sensor
Use to control a peripheral device connected to OUT 2 HDBT with that device’s remote
controller.
3
POWER LED
Lights when the unit is powered.
4
VOLUME ()
Press to decrease the volume of the analog audio output.
5
VOLUME ()
Press to increase the volume of the analog audio output.
6
INPUT Selector Button
Press to select input 1 HDMI™or input 2 HDBT.
7
INPUT LEDs
Lights green to indicate the selected input: 1 HDMI or 2 HDBT.
8
EDID READ Button
Press to read the selected EDID and write it to both inputs.
9
EDID SELECT Button
Press to cycle through the sources from which to read the EDID: Default, External, or Output.
When Output is selected, cycles through outputs 1 to 9. The relevant EDID TYPE and OUTPUT
LEDs light green.
10
EDID TYPE LEDs
Lights green to indicate the selected EDID type: DEFAULT, EXT. (external) or OUTPUT.
11
OUTPUT LEDs (1 to 9)
In normal operation mode: lights green when an acceptor is connected to the output.
In EDID mode: when EDID TYPE OUTPUT LED lights green, press the EDID SELECT button
briefly to cycle through output 1 to 9 to select the output from which to read EDID. The relevant
LED lights during EDID setup and remains lit after completing the EDID setup.
The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc.

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Feature
Function
12
IN 2 IR on a 3.5 Mini Jack
Connect to an IR emitter/sensor cable for IR link extension via IN 2
HDBT.
13
IN 2 RS-232 (G, Rx, Tx) Terminal Block Connector
Connect to a serial controller for RS-232 link extension via IN 2
HDBT.
14
IN 1 HDMI™Connector
Connect to an HDMI source.
15
IN 2 HDBT on RJ-45 Connectors
Connect to an HDBT transmitter (for example, TP-780Txr).
16
IR on 3.5 Mini Jacks (for OUT 2 to 9)
Connect to remote IR emitter/sensor cables to IR control the devices
that are connected to the HDBT acceptors.
17
RS-232 OUT (G, Rx, Tx) Terminal Block
Connectors (2 to 9)
Connect to serially control the devices connected to the HDBT
acceptors.
18
OUT 1 HDMI Connector
Connect to the HDMI input of an additional DA or connect to a local
monitor.
19
OUT HDBT RJ-45 Connectors (2 to 9)
Connect to HDBT receivers (for example, TP-780Rxr).
20
AUDIO OUT 3.5mm Mini Jack
Connect to an analog audio acceptor.
21
RS-232 CONTROL 3-pin Terminal Block
Connect to the serial controller to control the VM-218DTxr.
22
REMOTE 3-pin Terminal Block
For future use.
23
SETUP DIP-switches
Use to set the device behavior.
24
ETHERNET RJ-45 Connector
Connect to LAN for Ethernet extension via IN and OUT HDBT ports
and remote IP control of the VM-218DTxr.
25
RESET Button
Press and hold while powering on the device to reset to factory
default parameters.
26
PROG Mini USB Connector
Connect to a PC to perform firmware upgrades.
27
Mains Power Connector, Fuse, and Switch
Connect to the mains supply.
Step 3: Install VM-218DTxr
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 the inputs and outputs
Always switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VM-218DTxr. For best results, we recommend that
you always use Kramer high-performance cables to connect AV equipment to the VM-218DTxr.

DIP-Switch Settings
Changes to the DIP-switches only take effect on power-up. After changing a switch, reboot the device. All DIP-switches are set to
Off (up) by default.
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Feature
Dip-switch Settings
1
Reserved
2
Range mode
On (down) –HDBaseT Ultra-long range (provides increased range at a reduced bandwidth).
Off (up) –Normal range (default).
Note that range mode affects the HDBT input only
3
Audio de-embedding
On (down) –Disable audio de-embedding. Note that the audio output port is muted.
Off (up) –Enable audio de-embedding to the analog audio output port (default).
4
Force RGB
On (down) –Force RGB mode.
Off (up) –Normal mode (default)
For optimum range and performance use the recommended Kramer cables available at www.kramerav.com/product/VM-218DTxr.
Step 5: Connect the power
Connect the power cord to VM-218DTxr 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.
Step 6: Operate the VM-218DTxr
Web pages:
RS-232 and Ethernet:
RS-232/Ethernet
Baud Rate:
115,200
Parity:
None
Data Bits:
8
Command Format:
ASCII Protocol 3000
Stop Bits:
1
Example (Route input 1 to output 1):
#ROUTE 1,1,1 <cr>
Ethernet Parameters
IP Address:
192.168.1.39
Subnet Mask:
255.255.0.0
Default UDP Port #:
50000
Default Gateway:
192.168.0.1
Full Factory Reset
Front Panel
Buttons:
Front panel buttons: power off the device, press and hold the
RESET button for 3 seconds while powering the device, and
then release.
Protocol 3000:
“#factory” command.
Web Pages:
In the Device Settings page, click Reset.

Technical Specifications
Inputs
1 HDMI
On a female HDMI connector
1 HDBT
On an RJ-45 connector
Outputs
1 HDMI
On a female HDMI connector
8 HDBT
On RJ-45 connector
1 Unbalanced Stereo Audio
On a 3.5mm mini jack
Ports
1 IR IN
On a 3.5mm mini jack for IR link extension via IN 2HDBT
8 IR OUT
On 3.5mm mini jacks for IR link extension via OUT HDBT (2 to 9)
1 RS-232 IN
On a 3-pin terminal block for serial link extension via IN 2HDBT
8 RS-232 OUT
On 3-pin terminal blocks for serial link extension via OUT HDBT (2 to 9)
1 Mini USB
On a female USB connector for firmware upgrade
1 RS-232
On a 3-pin terminal block for device control
1 10/100BaseT Ethernet
On an RJ-45 female connector for device control via LAN and Ethernet
link extension via IN HDBT and OUT HDBT (2 to 9)
Extension Reach
4K @60Hz (4:2:0)
Up to 100m (330ft)
Full HD (1080p @60Hz 36bpp)
Up to 130m (430ft)
HDBaseT Ultra Mode and Full HD
(1080p @60Hz 24bpp)
Up to 180m (590ft)
Compliance
HDBaseT 1.0
Video
Max. Resolution
4K@60Hz (4:2:0) and 4K@30Hz (4:4:4)
Compliance
Supports HDMI 2.0 and HDCP 1.4
RS-232 Extension
Baud Rate
300 to 115,200
Analog Audio
Max Level
1 Vrms
THD + Noise
0.03% @1kHz at nominal level
Controls
Front Panel
Front panel buttons: input select, volume, EDID, IR
Indication LEDs: input select, EDID type, outputs
Rear Panel
RS-232 device control
RS-232 remote control via HDBT ports
IR remote control via HDBT ports
Ethernet
DIP-switches
Supported PC Web Browsers
Windows 7 and Higher
Internet Explorer (32/64 bit) version 10
Firefox version 30
Chrome version 35
MAC
Chrome version 35
Chrome version 63.0.3239.84
Firefox version 30
Firefox version 57.0.2
Safari version 7
Minimum Browser Window Size
1024 x 768 when in full screen mode
Power
Consumption
65VA
Source
100-240V AC, 50/60Hz
Environmental Conditions
Operating Temperature
0° to +40°C (32° to 104°F)
Storage Temperature
-40° to +70°C (-40° to 158°F)
Humidity
10% to 90%, RHL non-condensing
Regulatory Compliance
Safety
CE, FCC
Environmental
RoHs, WEEE
Enclosure
Size
19” 1U
Type
Aluminum
Cooling
Fan ventilation
General
Net Dimensions (W, D, H)
43.6cm x 23.7cm x 4.4cm (17.2” x 9.3” x 1.7”)
Shipping Dimensions (W, D, H)
52.5cm x 33cm x 10.7cm (20.7” x 13” x 4.2”)
Net Weight
2.5kg (5.5lbs) approx.
Shipping Weight
3.2kg (7.1lbs) approx.
Accessories
Included
Power cord, rack ears
Optional
For optimum range and performance use the recommended USB,
Ethernet, serial and IR Kramer cables available at
www.kramerav.com/product/VM-218DTxr
Specifications are subject to change without notice at www.kramerav.com