Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
Contents Contents 1 2 Introduction Getting Started Quick Start 1 3 4 5 6 Overview Your VS-44HD 4x4 SD/HD-SDI Matrix Switcher Installing on a Rack Connecting Your VS-44HD 3 3 6 7 6.4.1 Setting the Machine # Dipswitches 11 6.5 6.6 6.7 6.8 6.9 Controlling via RS-232 (for example, using a PC) Controlling via the RS-485 Port Factory Reset Switching Genlocked Video Signals Controlling via ETHERNET 12 13 14 14 14 6.9.1 6.9.2 6.9.
Contents Figures Figure 1: VS-44HD 4x4 SD/HD-SDI Matrix Switcher Figure 2: Connecting the VS-44HD 4x4 SD/HD-SDI Matrix Switcher Figure 3: Connecting the VS-44HD as a Dual-Link 2x2 SD/HD-SDI Matrix Switcher Figure 4: VS-44HD SETUP Dipswitches Figure 5: Connecting a PC without using a Null-modem Adapter Figure 6: Controlling via RS-485 (for example, using an RC-3000) Figure 7: Local Area Connection Properties Window Figure 8: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window Figure 9: Using the REMOTE Connector
Introduction 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 the video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting professional 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 groups1 that are clearly defined by function.
Getting Started 2 KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY
Overview 3 Overview The VS-44HD is a true 4x4 matrix switcher1 for standard definition / high definition SDI signals that lets you simultaneously route any of the four inputs to any or all of the four outputs. It can be used as a 4x4 SD/HD-SDI matrix switcher or as a dual-link 2x2 SD/HD-SDI Matrix switcher.
Your VS-44HD 4x4 SD/HD-SDI Matrix Switcher Figure 1: VS-44HD 4x4 SD/HD-SDI Matrix Switcher 4 KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY
Your VS-44HD 4x4 SD/HD-SDI Matrix Switcher Table 1: Front Panel VS-44HD 4x4 SD/HD-SDI Matrix Switcher # 1 2 3 Feature IR Receiver POWER Switch INPUT SELECTOR Buttons Function The red LED illuminates when receiving signals from the infrared remote control transmitter Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF Select the input to switch to the output (from 1 to 4).
Installing on a Rack 5 Installing on a Rack This section describes what to do before installing on a rack and how to rack mount.
Connecting Your VS-44HD 6 Connecting Your VS-44HD This section describes how to connect the VS-44HD as a: 4x4 SD/HD SDI Matrix Switcher, see section 6.1 Dual-Link 2x2 SD/HD-SDI Matrix Switcher, see section 6.2 6.1 Connecting Your VS-44HD 4x4 SD/HD-SDI Matrix Switcher You can use your VS-44HD to switch one of the four standard definition / high definition SDI inputs to any or all of the four standard definition / high definition SDI outputs, as the example in Figure 2 shows.
Connecting Your VS-44HD Figure 2: Connecting the VS-44HD 4x4 SD/HD-SDI Matrix Switcher 8 KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY
Connecting Your VS-44HD 6.2 Connecting the VS-44HD as a Dual-Link 2x2 SD/HD-SDI Matrix Switcher You can use your VS-44HD in the dual-link mode to switch either of the two dual-link SDI inputs, input 1 and 2, or input 3 and 4, to one or both of the two dual-link SDI outputs, output 1 and 2, and/or output 3 and 4, as the example in Figure 3 shows. To connect the VS-44HD as a dual-link 2x2 SD/HD-SDI Matrix switcher, do the following1: 1.
Connecting Your VS-44HD Figure 3: Connecting the VS-44HD as a Dual-Link 2x2 SD/HD-SDI Matrix Switcher 6.
Connecting Your VS-44HD 6.4 Dipswitch Settings By default, all dipswitches are set to OFF. Figure 4 illustrates the VS-44HD dipswitches: SETUP ON 1 2 3 4 Figure 4: VS-44HD SETUP Dipswitches 6.4.1 Setting the Machine # Dipswitches The Machine # determines the position of a VS-44HD unit, specifying which VS-44HD unit is being controlled when several VS-44HD units connect to a PC or serial controller. Set the Machine # on a VS-44HD unit via SETUP DIPS 1, 2, 3 and 4, according to Table 3.
Connecting Your VS-44HD 6.
Connecting Your VS-44HD 6.6 Controlling via the RS-485 Port To cascade up to eight individual VS-44HD units, via RS-485 (with control via a Master Programmable Remote Control system such as the Kramer RC-3000), as Figure 6 illustrates, do the following: 1. Connect the “A” (+) and “B” (-) PINS on the RS-485 terminal block port of the RC-3000 to the “A” (+) and “B” (-) PINS, respectively, on each of the eight VS-44HD units.
Connecting Your VS-44HD 6.7 Factory Reset Press and hold the input buttons 1, 2 and 3 simultaneously for 3 seconds until the three buttons flash to reset the machine to its default values. 6.8 Switching Genlocked Video Signals The genlock feature lets you switch genlocked video signals according to timing of the GENLOCK reference input1. Connect the GENLOCK cable.
Connecting Your VS-44HD 2. Select Properties. 3. Right-click Local Area Connection Properties. 4. Select Properties. The Local Area Connection Properties window appears. 5. Select the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click the Properties Button (see Figure 7). Figure 7: Local Area Connection Properties Window 6. Select Use the following IP address, and fill in the details as shown in Figure 8. 7. Click OK.
Connecting Your VS-44HD 6.9.2 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub (StraightThrough Cable) You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS-44HD to the Ethernet port on a network hub or network router, via a straight-through cable with RJ-45 connectors. 6.9.3 Configuring the Ethernet Port After connecting the Ethernet port, you have to install and configure it. For detailed instructions on how to install and configure your Ethernet port, see the “Ethernet Configuration (FC-11) guide.
Operating the VS-44HD 7 Operating the VS-44HD You can operate your VS-44HD via: The front panel buttons RS-232/RS-485 serial commands transmitted by a PC, touch screen system, or other serial controller The Kramer infrared remote control transmitter The ETHERNET 7.1 Switching OUT-IN Combinations To switch an input to an output via the front panel buttons1, in the AT ONCE mode (see section 7.3), do the following: 1. Press an OUTPUT button (1, 2, 3, 4 or ALL).
Operating the VS-44HD 2. Press an INPUT button (either 1, 2 or OFF). The selected input switches to the selected output, and that input button illuminates brightly. The digits displayed in the 7-segment display change as appropriate. 7.3 Confirming Settings Choose to work in the AT ONCE or the CONFIRM mode (see section 7.3.1). When the VS-44HD operates in the AT ONCE mode, pressing an OUT-IN combination implements the switch immediately.
Operating the VS-44HD 2. Press the TAKE button to confirm the action. The 7-segment Display no longer blinks. The TAKE button illuminates. To confirm several actions (in CONFIRM mode), do the following: 1. Press each OUT-IN combination in sequence. The 7-segment Display blinks. 2. Press the TAKE button to confirm all the actions. The 7-segment Display no longer blinks. The TAKE button illuminates. 7.
Technical Specifications 7.5 Locking the Front Panel To prevent changing the settings accidentally or tampering with the unit via the front panel buttons, lock your VS-44HD. Unlocking releases the protection mechanism. To lock the VS-44HD: Press the LOCK button for three seconds, until the LOCK button is illuminated. The front panel is locked.
Kramer Protocol 2000 10 Kramer Protocol 2000 The VS-44HD is compatible with Kramer’ s Protocol 2000 (version 0.46) (below). This RS-232/RS-485 communication protocol uses four bytes of information as defined below. For RS-232, a null-modem connection between the machine and controller is used. The default data rate is 9600 baud, with no parity, 8 data bits and 1 stop bit.
Kramer Protocol 2000 Table 7: Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 Note: All values in the table are decimal, unless otherwise stated.
Kramer Protocol 2000 INSTRUCTION DEFINITION FOR SPECIFIC INSTRUCTION # INPUT DESCRIPTION 16 ERROR / BUSY For invalid / valid input (i.e.
Kramer Protocol 2000 INSTRUCTION DEFINITION FOR SPECIFIC INSTRUCTION # INPUT DESCRIPTION 43 VIDEO PARAMETER SETTINGS FOR INSTRUCTIONS 21, 23, 26 56 CHANGE TO ASCII 0 57 SET AUTO-SAVE 58 59 EXECUTE LOADED DATA LOAD VIDEO DATA I3 - no save I4 - auto-save Set as 0, or as SETUP #.
Kramer Protocol 2000 NOTE 6 – If INPUT is set to 127 for these instructions, then, if the function is defined on this machine, it replies with OUTPUT=1. If the function is not defined, then the machine replies with OUTPUT=0, or with an error (invalid instruction code). If the INPUT is set to 126 for these instructions, then, if possible, the machine will return the current setting of this function, even for the case that the function is not defined.
Kramer Protocol 2000 For example, to connect input 4 to output 3 after a delay, send HEX codes 07 80 C0 81 (set for delayed switch) 01 84 83 81 (switch code) then, after the required delay, send HEX codes 07 80 C1 81 (execute delayed switch) to implement the switch. NOTE 19 – After this instruction is sent, the unit will respond to the ASCII command set defined by the OUTPUT byte. The ASCII command to operate with the HEX command set must be sent in order to return to working with HEX codes.
LIMITED WARRANTY Kramer Electronics (hereafter Kramer) warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms. HOW LONG IS THE WARRANTY Labor and parts are warranted for seven years from the date of the first customer purchase. WHO IS PROTECTED? Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty. WHAT IS COVERED AND WHAT IS NOT COVERED Except as below, this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product.
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