Kramer SID-X1 User manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.
USER MANUAL
MODELS:
SID-X1
Step-in Commander
P/N: 2900-300754 Rev 5

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Contents
1Introduction 1
2Getting Started 2
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2
2.2 Shielded Twisted Pair/Unshielded Twisted Pair 3
2.3Recycling Kramer Products 3
3Overview 4
4Defining the SID-X1 Step-in Commander 5
5Connecting the SID-X1 7
5.1 Connecting the Remote Step-In Switch and LED 8
5.2 Connecting the Remote Select Switch and LED 9
5.3 Connecting the Remote Input Selection LEDs 10
5.4 Audio Mode Selection 11
5.5 Locking the EDID 11
6Operating the SID-X1 12
6.1 Selecting an Input 12
6.2 Taking Control of the Switcher Input 12
6.3 Audio Stream Priority 12
7Wiring the Twisted Pair RJ-45 Connectors 13
8Technical Specifications 14
9Default EDID 15
9.1 HDMI, DisplayPort and DVI 15
9.2 PC-UXGA 16
Figures
Figure 1: SID-X1 Step-in Commander Front Panel 5
Figure 2: SID-X1 Step-in Commander Rear Panel 6
Figure 3: Connecting the SID-X1 Step-in Commander 7
Figure 4: REMOTE STEP-IN Switch and LED Wiring 8
Figure 5: REMOTE SELECT Switch and LED Wiring 9
Figure 6: Remote Input Indicator LED Wiring 10
Figure 7: Example Remote Input Indicator LED Wiring for the DVI Input 10
Figure 8: TP Pinout Wiring 13

SID-X1 - Introduction 1
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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 11 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 and GROUP 11:
Sierra Video Products.
Thank you for purchasing the Kramer TOOLS®SID-X1 Step-in Commander and
which are ideal for:
•Display systems requiring simple input selection
•Remote monitoring of computer activity in schools and businesses
•Rental/staging applications
•Multimedia and presentation source selection
Each package includes the following items:
•SID-X1 Step-in Commander
•Power adapter (12V DC output)
•This user manual
Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from http://www.kramerelectronics.com

2 SID-X1 - 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
•Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables
Go to http://www.kramerelectronics.com to check for up-to-date
user manuals, application programs, and to check if firmware
upgrades are available (where appropriate).
Caution: No operator serviceable parts inside the unit
Warning: Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall
adapter that is provided with the unit
Warning: Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the
wall before installing
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance
To achieve the best performance:
•Use only good quality connection cables to avoid interference, deterioration
in signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise levels (often
associated with low quality cables)
•Do not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils
•Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely
influence signal quality
•Position your Kramer SID-X1 away from moisture, excessive sunlight and
dust
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2.2 Shielded Twisted Pair/Unshielded Twisted Pair
Kramer engineers have developed special twisted pair cables to best match our
digital twisted pair products; the Kramer BC-DGKat623 (CAT 6 23 AWG cable),
and the Kramer BC-DGKat7a23 (CAT 7a 23 AWG cable). These specially built
cables significantly outperform regular CAT 6 and CAT 7a cables.
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 http://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/recycling/.

4 SID-X1 - Overview
3 Overview
The SID-X1 accepts an HDMI, DisplayPort, DVI and PC graphics video input, as
well as an unbalanced stereo audio input (which is embedded into the output
signal), and transmits the signal via TP (Twisted Pair) cable to a compatible
switcher (for example, the VP-81SID). When the SID-X1 is connected to a
switcher, it also controls the input and output selection of the switcher.
In particular the SID-X1:
•Supports DDC (Display Data Channel) communication between the selected
input and output on 15-pin HD connector pins 12 and 15
•Supports HDMI with Deep Color, x.v.Color™ and 3D
•Is HDCP compliant—works with sources that support HDCP repeater mode
•Can be installed up to 50m (164ft) from the switcher
•Features automatic live input detection when connected to a single input
•Lockable EDID
You can control the SID-X1 using the front panel buttons, or remotely via contact
closure switches.

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4 Defining the SID-X1 Step-in Commander
Figure 1defines the front panel of the SID-X1.
Figure 1: SID-X1 Step-in Commander Front Panel
# Feature Function
1 AUDIO IN 3.5mm Mini Jack Connect to an unbalanced stereo audio source
2 HDMI LED Lights green when the HDMI input is selected
3 HDMI Connector Connect to an HDMI source
4 DisplayPort LED Lights green when the DisplayPort input is selected
5 DisplayPort Connector Connect to a DisplayPort source
6 DVI LED Lights green when the DVI input is selected
7 DVI Connector Connect to a DVI source
8 PC-UXGA LED Lights green when the PC-UXGA input is selected
9 PC-UXGA 15-pin HD
Connector (F)
Connect to a PC graphics source
10 INPUT SELECT Button Press repeatedly to cycle and select one of the inputs to
switch to the output
11 STEP-IN Button Press to activate the input on the switcher that the SID-X1
is connected to
12 ON LED Lights green when the device is powered on

6 SID-X1 - Defining the SID-X1 Step-in Commander
Figure 2defines the rear panel of the SID-X1.
Figure 2: SID-X1 Step-in Commander Rear Panel
# Feature Function
1 TP OUT RJ-45 Connector Connect to a compatible switcher, for example, VP-81SID using
CAT 6 or higher specification cable
2 REMOTE STEP-IN 3-way
Terminal Block
Connect to the remote, contact closure step-in switch and LED
(see Section 5.1)
3 REMOTE SELECT 3-way
Terminal Block
Connect to the remote, contact closure input selection switch and
LED (see Section 5.2)
4 HDMI, DP, DVI, UXGA,
GND, LED ANODES
5-way Terminal Block
Connect to the remote input indicator LEDs (see Section 5.3).
Note: All LED supplies include a current limiting resistor and are
designed to work with any standard LED
5 OPTION DIP-switches DIP-switch 1, 2—audio mode selection (See Section 5.4)
DIP-switch 3—no function
DIP-switch 4—EDID lock (See Section 5.4)
6 12V DC Power Connector Connect to supplied power adapter, center pin positive

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5 Connecting the SID-X1
Switch off the power to all devices before connecting them to your
SID-X1. After connecting your SID-X1 connect the power to other
devices.
Figure 3: Connecting the SID-X1 Step-in Commander
To connect the SID-X1 and the as illustrated in Figure 3:
1. Connect up to four video sources (HDMI, DisplayPort, DVI and PC graphics)
to the video input connectors.
Note: If only one live input is connected, the device automatically detects
the live channel and activates it.
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