Kramer 861 User manual

861 Quick Start (P/N: 2900-300960QS REV 2)
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861 Quick Start Guide
This guide helps you install and use your 861 for the first time.
Go to www.kramerav.com/downloads/861 to download the latest user manual and check if firmware
upgrades are available.
Step 1: Check what’s in the box
861 4K HDMI Generator, Analyzer and Cable Tester
1 Belt pouch for the 861
1 Lithium battery
1 C-HM/HM/PICO/BK-3 HDMI cable
1 Quick start guide
1 USB mirco-B to USB type-A cable
Step 2: Get to know your Product
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Feature
Function
1
OLED Display
Displays the selected function of the current operation mode. The status lines at the top show the
current operational mode (Analyzer, Pattern, or Cable Test), USB port mode (power or control),
power status, and mode-specific detection details. The menu or signal analysis data appears below.
2
Battery Charging
LED
Lights red when a USB power source is connected and is charging the battery. When device is not in
use for a while, LED slowly flashes red to indicate that the device entered the power saving mode
(when not receiving power via USB). Press any key to turn the display back on.
3
Up and Down Arrow
Buttons
Press to move up and down or adjust selections within menus.
4
MENU Button
Press to exit to previous menu steps and to return to the main menu screen.
5
ENTER Button
Press to confirm a selection or go to the next menu level.
In the Analyzer and Pattern modes, press and hold for about 2 seconds to turn the audio on or off.
6
MODE Button
Press to switch between Analyzer mode, Pattern mode, and Cable Test mode.
In the Analyzer mode, press and hold for about 2 seconds to toggle the input’s hot plug trigger.
In the Pattern mode, press and hold for about 2 seconds to enable or disable the output’s AV Mute
function.

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Feature
Function
7
HDCP (FACTORY
RESET) Button
Press to toggle between supported HDCP versions (1.4, 2.2) or to disable HDCP.
In the Analyzer mode, this changes the HDCP versions that are supported by the input port.
In the Pattern mode, this changes the HDCP that is required by the output port.
The button’s outline lights according to the HDCP state and the current version that is supported:
Red (HDCP 1.4), blue (HDCP 2.2), off (HDCP disabled) or flashing (HDCP authentication failed).
Press and hold while powering the device to reset it to its factory default settings.
8
Battery Compartment
Stores the rechargeable battery (supplied with the unit).
9
Power Button
Press to turn the unit on or off.
10
Micro-B USB
Connector
Use to power the unit and charge the battery, upgrade the firmware or control the device (via RS-232
commands).
11
HDMI OUT
Connector
Connect to an HDMI acceptor (for example, a display).
12
HDMI IN Connector
Connect to an HDMI source (for example, a media player, game console or set-top box).
Step 3: Powering the 861
You can power 861 by connecting the USB port to a power source via a USB cable or use the rechargeable battery.
When using the battery, before operating 861 via its battery for the first time, insert the battery, and connect the USB charger cable
to a power source to charge until the battery is full . (It is recommended to charge for at least 5 hours before operating with the
battery for the first time).
To insert the battery:
1. Use a small screwdriver to press down the slot on the rear lower side of the
device to pop out the battery housing cover.
2. Turn the device face-down and pull out the Mylar tab.
3. Place the battery in its correct position,over the tab, and insert it into the
battery housing until it sits securely on the battery brackets.
4. Click back the battery housing cover.
To charge the battery:
Connect the USB charger cable to a power source and charge the battery until
it is full.
Operation time with a full battery is typically >5 hours.
Safety Instructions
Caution:
There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit
Warning:
Disconnect the power before installing
See kramerav.com/downloads/Safety for updated safety information.
Step 4: Connect the input and output
Always switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your 861. For best results, we recommend that you always use
Kramer high-performance cables to connect AV equipment to 861.

Step 5: Operate 861
Before using 861 for the first time, remove the clear plastic stickers over the keys and the OLED window.
861 includes three operation modes. Each mode appears on the OLED display. The title displays the operation mode. The status
line appears underneath the title and the menu below the status line.
Switch power on and click MODE to cycle through the operation modes:
Analyser Mode:
The status line displays the 5V, TMDS
clock, and sync detection state of the
connected source (1 = detected, 0 = not
detected).
Menu items:
Input Setup
Monitor Source
Monitor HDCP (HDCP v1.4)
Monitor HDCP (HDCP v2.2)
Monitor SCDC
Video Timing
Audio Timing
Packet
EDID Analyzer
EDID Emulator
EDID Copy Sink
EDID Burn Sink
Setup
Information
Pattern Mode
The status line displays the RxSense and
Hot-plug detection state of the connected
display (1 = detected, 0 = not detected).
Menu Items:
Output Setup
Monitor Sink
Monitor HDCP ( Output HDCP v1.4)
Monitor HDCP (Output HDCP v2.2)
Monitor SCDC
Audio Output
EDID Analyzer
EDID Emulator
EDID Copy Sink
EDID Burn Sink
HDR Emulator
Setup
Information
Cable Test Mode
The status line displays a cable
connection graphic.
Menu Items:
Run Test (Enter-Start/Stop)
Cable Setup
Setup
Information
Operate 861 via:
Front panel buttons.
Remotely via the Kramer 861 Controller
Windows-based application software.
Remotely, by RS-232 serial commands
transmitted by a PC.
RS-232 Protocol
Baud Rate:
115,200
Parity:
None
Data Bits:
8
Flow Control:
None
Stop Bits:
1

Technical Specifications
Input
1 HDMI
On a female HDMI connector
Output
1 HDMI
On a female HDMI connector
Port
1 USB
On a female Micro-B connector
Video
Bandwidth
600MHz/18Gbps
Max Resolution
4K UHD @60Hz (4:4:4, 8-bit)
Supported Resolutions
480p –4K@60Hz (4:4:4, 8-bit)
Compliance
HDMI 2.0 and HDCP 1.4, 2.2
Audio
Output Support
LPCM 2.0, 5.1, and 7.1
Power
Source
5V, 2.1A USB Power
Consumption
4.7W
Cooling
Convection Ventilation
Environmental
Conditions
Operating Temperature
0° to +40°C (32° to 104°F)
Storage Temperature
-20° to +50°C (-40° to 158°F)
Humidity
20% to 90%, RH non-condensing
Regulatory
Compliance
Safety
CE, FCC
Environmental
RoHs, WEEE
ESD Protection
Human body model: ±12kV (Air Discharge), ±8kV (Contact
Discharge)
Enclosure
Type
Metal
General
Net Dimensions (W, D, H)
8cm x 14cm x 2.7cm
(3.2" x 5.5" x 5")
Shipping Dimensions (W, D, H)
24.8cm x 18.8cm x 5.4cm
(9.8" x 7.4" x 2.1")
Net Weight
0.3kg (0.7lbs)
Shipping Weight
0.6kg (1.3lbs) approx.
Accessories
Included
1 USB mirco-B to USB type-A cable, 1 C-HM/HM/PICO/BK-3
cable, lithium-ion 3.6V/3200maH rechargeable battery
Specifications are subject to change without notice at www.kramerav.com