Kramer VS-611DT User manual

USER MANUAL
MODEL:
VS-611DT
UHD 6x1:2 Auto Switcher
P/N: 2900-300464 Rev 3 www.kramerAV.com

VS-611DT – Contents i
Contents
1Introduction 1
2Getting Started 2
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2
2.2 Safety Instructions 2
2.3 Recycling Kramer Products 3
3Overview 4
3.1 About Fast Switching 5
3.2 Defining the VS-611DT UHD 6x1:2 Auto Switcher 6
4Connecting the VS-611DT 8
4.1 Connecting a Serial Controller to the VS-611DT via RS-232 9
5Operating the VS-611DT 10
5.1 Switching – Manual and Auto 10
5.2 Performing a Factory Reset 11
5.3 Locking the Front Panel Buttons 12
5.4 Turning the Output Off 12
5.5 Copying the EDID 12
5.6 Setting the 5V Output Time Delay 13
5.7 Setting HDCP Capability 13
5.8 Setting the Audio Output 14
5.9 Setting the Switching Speed 15
5.10 Using VCOM on USB 15
5.11 Upgrading the Firmware 16
5.12 Step-In Support 16
5.13 Controlling the VS-611DT via the Terminal Block Connector 16
6Using the Web Pages 17
6.1 Routing Inputs to Outputs 17
6.2 Using EDID Settings 19
6.3 Setting Device ID Parameters 21
6.4 Contacting Kramer 22
7Technical Specifications 23
8Supported Resolutions 24
9Default Settings 26
9.1 Default Communication Settings 26
9.2 First Power On Default Settings 26
9.3 Default EDID 27
10 Protocol 3000 29
10.1 Understanding Protocol 3000 30
10.2 Kramer Protocol 3000 Syntax 31
10.3 Protocol 3000 Commands 33
Figures
Figure 1: VS-611DT UHD 6x1:2 Auto Switcher 6
Figure 2: Connecting the VS-611DT UHD 6x1:2 Auto Switcher 9
Figure 3: Connecting the Contact Closure Remote Control Pins 16

VS-611DT – Introduction 1
1 Introduction
Welcome to Kramer Electronics! Since 1981, Kramer Electronics has been
providing a world of unique, creative, and affordable solutions to the vast range of
problems that confront video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting professionals
on a daily basis. In recent years, we have redesigned and upgraded most of our
line, making the best even better!
Our 1,000-plus different models now appear in 14 groups that are clearly defined by
function: GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Routers;
GROUP 3: Control Systems; GROUP 4: Format/Standards Converters; GROUP 5:
Range Extenders and Repeaters; GROUP 6: Specialty AV Products; GROUP 7:
Scan Converters and Scalers; GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors; GROUP 9:
Room Connectivity; GROUP 10: Accessories and Rack Adapters; GROUP 11:
Sierra Video Products; GROUP 12: Digital Signage; GROUP 13: Audio; and
GROUP 14: Collaboration.
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VS-611DT UHD 6x1:2 Auto Switcher,
which is ideal for the following typical applications:
•Education
•Corporate
•Any other AV installation that requires selecting and switching between several
HDMI sources automatically

2 VS-611DT - Getting Started
2 Getting Started
We recommend that you:
•Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging
materials for possible future shipment
•Review the contents of this user manual
Go to www.kramerav.com/manual/VS-611DT to check for up-to-date user
manuals, application programs, and to check if firmware upgrades are
available (where appropriate).
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance
To achieve the best performance:
•For optimum range and performance, use the recommended Kramer cables
available at www.kramerav.com/product/VS-611DT
•Do not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils.
•Avoid interference from neighbouring electrical appliances that may adversely
influence signal quality.
•Position your VS-611DT away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust.
This equipment is to be used only inside a building. It may only be
connected to other equipment that is installed inside a building.
2.2 Safety Instructions
Caution:
There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit.
Warning: Use only the Kramer Electronics power supply that is
provided with the unit.
Warning: Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall
before installing.

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2.3 Recycling Kramer Products
The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/EC aims
to reduce the amount of WEEE sent for disposal to landfill or incineration by
requiring it to be collected and recycled. To comply with the WEEE Directive,
Kramer Electronics has made arrangements with the European Advanced
Recycling Network (EARN) and will cover any costs of treatment, recycling and
recovery of waste Kramer Electronics branded equipment on arrival at the EARN
facility. For details of Kramer’s recycling arrangements in your particular country go
to our recycling pages at www.kramerav.com/support/recycling/.

4 VS-611DT - Overview
3 Overview
The VS-611DT is a high-performance automatic switcher for HDMI video signals
with resolution up to 4K@60 UHD (4:2:0). With six HDMI inputs, the unit can
automatically or manually switch to a predefined or last connected input whenever
the currently active video signal is interrupted or whenever a higher-priority video
signal is introduced. The output signal is distributed to HDBaseT and HDMI (4K)
outputs.
The VS-611DT features:
•A maximum data rate of up to 8.91Gbps (2.97Gbps per graphic channel)
•Extended Range (100m) of HDBaseT 4K@60Hz (4:2:0)
•HDTV compatible
•HDCP and HDMI compliant
•Six HDMI inputs and HDBT and HDMI outputs (DA)
•HDMI support for Deep Color, Ethernet, ARC, up to 7.1 audio channels
•HDMI ARC de-embedding from output to balanced stereo audio line out
uncompressed
•Step-in support
•Automatic input detection and selection
•Auto-power off when no HDMI input for 30 seconds (selectable)
•HDCP on/off switching
•EDID configuration options
•Selectable switching – manual or fast auto switching according to last
connected or preset priority
•Full HDBaseT certification (including bidirectional RS-232, Ethernet, IR and
POE)
•POE source for HDBaseT receiver (that is PoE compliant)
•Contact closure for remote manual switching override
•Firmware upgrade over mini-USB, RS-232, RJ-45

VS-611DT – Overview 5
•Varied control options – front panel keyboard, HDBaseT(local and through
HDBaseT), Ethernet, RS-232 (local and through remote HDBaseT source with
K-Link support), IR (local and through HDBaseT)
•Built-in Web server
•Support for Protocol 3000 and K-Upload
3.1 About Fast Switching
Older display devices required a longer time between the loss of one digital signal
and the introduction of another, as well as a physical disconnection of the
interconnecting cable in order to be able to detect and adjust to the new video
attributes and parameters. Normal switching, therefore, introduced a 5V signal
disconnection along with a delay in switching. Many newer display devices,
however, are now capable of “on-the-fly” switching.
Depending on the display device in use, the VS-611DT allows for fast switching
(minor reset and the connection kept alive) and extra fast switching (no reset and
the connection kept alive). Using the fast switching mode allows for fraction-of-a-
second switching times when using high performance display devices or when
using a scaler on the video output.