Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
Contents Contents 1 2 2.1 3 4 4.1 5 6 6.1 6.2 6.3 6.4 Introduction Getting Started Quick Start Overview Your VS-88HD 8x8 HD-SDI Matrix Switcher Using the IR Transmitter Installing the VS-88HD in a Rack Connecting the VS-88HD Connecting the VS-88HD in the Single Link Mode Connecting the VS-88HD in the Dual Link Mode Setting the Working Mode Connecting the RS-232 Port 1 1 2 3 4 7 8 9 9 11 13 13 6.4.1 6.4.2 Determining the Machine Number Setting the DIP-Switches 13 14 6.
Contents 10 10.1 10.2 11 11.1 11.2 Using the P3K Wizard Changing the Device Parameters Updating the VS-88HD Firmware Kramer Protocol 3000 Switching Protocols Kramer Protocol 3000 Syntax 25 25 27 28 28 29 11.2.1 11.2.2 11.2.3 11.2.4 11.2.5 11.2.6 11.2.7 11.2.8 11.2.9 11.2.10 11.2.
Contents Tables Table 1: Front Panel VS-88HD 8x8 HD-SDI Matrix Switcher Table 2: Rear Panel VS-88HD 8x8 HD-SDI Matrix Switcher Table 3: Machine # DIP-Switch Settings Table 4: DIP-Switch Settings Table 5: Genlock Settings Table 6: VS-88HD Technical Specifications Table 7: Communication Parameters Table 8: VS-88HD Hex Codes for Switching via RS-232/RS-485 Table 9: Protocol Definitions Table 10: Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 6 6 14 14 16 24 24 35 36 37 iii
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 groups 1 that are clearly defined by function.
Getting Started 2.
Overview 3 Overview The VS-88HD is a high-performance matrix switcher for HD-SDI and dual link HD-SDI signals. The unit can switch up to 8 single link inputs to any or all of 8 single link outputs or 4 dual link inputs to any or all of 4 dual link outputs. In particular, the VS-88HD features: • Operation of up to 1.
Your VS-88HD 8x8 HD-SDI Matrix Switcher To achieve the best performance: • Use only good quality connection cables 1 to avoid interference, deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise levels (often associated with low quality cables) • Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality and position your Kramer VS-88HD away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust 4 Your VS-88HD 8x8 HD-SDI Matrix Switcher Figure 1, Table 1,
Your VS-88HD 8x8 HD-SDI Matrix Switcher Figure 1: VS-88HD 8x8 HD-SDI Matrix Switcher 5
Your VS-88HD 8x8 HD-SDI Matrix Switcher Table 1: Front Panel VS-88HD 8x8 HD-SDI Matrix Switcher # 1 Feature IR Receiver 2 3 4 POWER LED ALL Button OFF Button 5 IN SELECT Buttons 6 7 8 OUT SELECT Buttons STO (STORE) Button RCL (RECALL) Button 9 LOCK Button 10 TAKE Button 11 7-segment Display Function The yellow LED illuminates when receiving signals from the infrared remote control transmitter Illuminates when the unit is ON Pressing ALL followed by an INPUT button, connects that input to all o
Your VS-88HD 8x8 HD-SDI Matrix Switcher 4.1 Using the IR Transmitter You can use the RC-IR3 IR transmitter to control the machine via the builtin IR receiver on the front panel or, instead, via an optional external IR receiver 1. The external IR receiver can be located 15 meters away from the machine.
Installing the VS-88HD in a Rack 5 Installing the VS-88HD in a Rack This section provides instructions for rack mounting the 1U unit. .
Connecting the VS-88HD 6 Connecting the VS-88HD This section describes how to connect the VS-88HD in single link mode (see section 6.1) and in dual link mode (see section 6.2). 6.1 Connecting the VS-88HD in the Single Link Mode The VS-88HD can switch one of the eight SDI/HD-SDI inputs to any or all of the eight SDI/HD-SDI outputs, as the example in Figure 2 shows. To connect the VS-88HD 8x8 HD-SDI Matrix Switcher, do the following 1: 1.
Connecting the VS-88HD Figure 2: Connecting the VS-88HD 8x8 HD-SDI Matrix Switcher 10 KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY
Connecting the VS-88HD 6.2 Connecting the VS-88HD in the Dual Link Mode You can use your VS-88HD in the dual-link mode to switch any of the four dual-link SDI inputs to any or all of the four dual-link SDI outputs, as the example in Figure 3 and Figure 4 shows 1. To connect the VS-88HD 8x8 HD-SDI Matrix Switcher in the dual-link mode, do the following 2: 1. Connect up to 4 of the SDI sources to the INPUT DUAL LINK BNC connectors.
Connecting the VS-88HD Figure 3: VS-88HD Dual-Link Inputs and Outputs Figure 4: Connecting the Dual-Link VS-88HD 8x8 HD-SDI Matrix Switcher 12 KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY
Connecting the VS-88HD 6.3 Setting the Working Mode To enter the dual-link mode: • Press and hold the OFF front panel button for 3 seconds until the 7-segment display shows 4 dual-link devices in the first 4 outputs of the display and “dl” in the rest of the outputs To exit the dual-link mode: • Press and hold the OFF front panel button for 3 seconds until the 7-segment display shows devices in all the 8 outputs Notes: 1.
Connecting the VS-88HD Table 3: Machine # DIP-Switch Settings DIP-SWITCH Machine # 1 2 3 4 1 (Single or master unit 1) OFF ON OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF 2 OFF ON OFF OFF 3 ON ON OFF OFF 4 OFF OFF ON OFF 5 ON OFF ON OFF 6 OFF ON ON OFF 7 ON ON ON OFF 8 OFF OFF OFF ON 9 ON OFF OFF ON 10 OFF ON OFF ON 11 ON ON OFF ON 12 OFF OFF ON ON 13 ON OFF ON ON 14 OFF ON ON ON 15 ON ON ON ON Note: After changing the address, the device must be re
Connecting the VS-88HD The RS-485 TERM DIP-switch is used only when the RS-485 port is connected (see section 6.5). The first and last units on the RS-485 line (for example, the controller and the last VS-88HD) must be terminated; the units in between must not be terminated. Set the PROG DIP-switch ON only while updating the unit firmware, otherwise the switch must be OFF. 6.
Connecting the VS-88HD 6.6 Switching Genlocked Video Signals The genlock feature lets you switch genlocked video signals according to timing of the GENLOCK reference input 1. 1. Connect the GENLOCK cable. 2.
Connecting the VS-88HD 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 6). Figure 6: Local Area Connection Properties Window 6. Select Use the following IP Address, and fill in the details as shown in Figure 7. 7. Click OK.
Connecting the VS-88HD 6.7.2 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub (StraightThrough Cable) You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS-88HD to the Ethernet port on a network hub or network router, via a straight-through cable with RJ-45 connectors. 6.8 Configuring the Ethernet Port To configure the Ethernet port, download the Device Properties Ethernet configuration software. Extract the file to a folder and create a shortcut on your desktop to the file.
Connecting the VS-88HD 3. Click OK. The Device Properties window appears: Figure 9: Device Properties Screen 4. If required, make changes and press Set. If not, click Close. 6.9 Controlling via the Ethernet Port You can control the VS-88HD via RS-232/RS-485 or the Ethernet using the Kramer K-Router application. If you are controlling a standalone unit via RS-232 or the Ethernet, configure the unit as master (Mach No. 1), see section 6.4.1. 6.
Operating the VS-88HD 7 Operating the VS-88HD You can operate your VS-88HD using: • The front panel buttons • RS-232/RS-485 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system, PC, or other serial controller • The RC-IR3 infrared remote control transmitter 7.1 Operating the VS-88HD from the Front Panel The following operations are performed by using the front panel buttons. 7.1.
Operating the VS-88HD 1. Press an OUT SELECT button1 or the ALL button. The 7-segment display flashes. 2. Press an IN SELECT button1 or the OFF button2. The selected input switches to the selected output. The digits displayed in the 7-segment display change as appropriate. 7.1.4 Toggling Between Modes To toggle between the AT ONCE and CONFIRM modes, do the following: 1.
Operating the VS-88HD 1. Press the STO button. The STO button flashes. 2. Press one of the IN / OUT SELECT buttons. The current configuration is stored in memory at the chosen preset #. 7.1.7 Recalling an Input/Output Configuration To recall an input/output configuration, do the following: 1. Press the RCL button. The RCL button flashes. 2. Press the appropriate IN / OUT SELECT button (the button # corresponding to the preset #). The chosen preset configuration is restored from memory.
Operating the VS-88HD 7.1.10 Indicating Errors If the front panel buttons were incorrectly pressed, such as pressing two keys at once, or an invalid setup # was chosen for recall, the following error indication occurs: • The STO, RCL, LOCK, and TAKE buttons all flash together for one second and return to their previous state If an error is indicated, retry the previous action or choose a new action. 7.
Technical Specifications 8 Technical Specifications The VS-88HD technical specifications are shown in Table 6: Table 6: VS-88HD Technical Specifications 8 SMPTE-259M, 344M, 292M and 372M (dual link) serial video, 75Ω on BNC connectors 8 equalized and reclocked SMPTE-259M, 344M, 292M and 372M (dual link) outputs 75Ω on BNC connectors INPUTS: OUTPUTS: MAX. OUTPUT LEVEL: DATA RATE: EQUALIZATION: 800mVpp /75Ω 1.
Using the P3K Wizard 10 Using the P3K Wizard P3K is a Kramer software program for upgrading the machine firmware and accessing and changing device parameters. The P3K program can be downloaded from the Kramer Web site at www.kramerelectronics.com. 10.1 Changing the Device Parameters To change the device parameters do the following: 1.
Using the P3K Wizard Figure 11: Connect Window 4. Choose the appropriate type of connection: Ethernet BY IP, BY NAME, or SERIAL/USB, and click OK. The Connect window disappears and the Device Properties window appears.
Using the P3K Wizard Figure 12: Device Properties Window 5. Change the parameters in the white fields as required and click SET. 10.2 Updating the VS-88HD Firmware The VS-88HD uses a microcontroller that runs firmware located in FLASH memory. The latest version of firmware and installation instructions can be downloaded from the Kramer Web site at www.kramerelectronics.com.
Kramer Protocol 3000 11 Kramer Protocol 3000 The VS-88HD can be operated using serial commands from a PC, remote controller, or touch screen. The unit communicates using the default Kramer Protocol 3000 but can also use Kramer Protocol 2000. This section describes: • How to switch between Protocol 3000 and Protocol 2000 (see section 11.1) • Kramer Protocol 3000 syntax (see section 11.2) • Kramer Protocol 3000 commands (see section 11.3) 11.
Kramer Protocol 3000 11.2 Kramer Protocol 3000 Syntax Protocol 3000 communicates at a data rate of 115200 baud, no parity, 8 data bits and 1 stop bit. 11.2.1 Host Message Format Start # Address (optional) Destination_id@ Body Message Delimiter CR 11.2.2 Simple Command Command string with only one command without addressing: Start Body Delimiter # Command SP Parameter_1,Parameter_2,… CR 11.2.
Kramer Protocol 3000 11.2.6 Command Terms Command A sequence of ASCII letters ('A'-'Z', 'a'-'z' and '-'). Command and parameters must be separated by at least one space. Parameters A sequence of alphameric ASCII characters ('0'-'9','A'-'Z','a'-'z' and some special characters for specific commands). Parameters are separated by commas. Message string Every command entered as part of a message string begins with a message starting character and ends with a message closing character.
Kramer Protocol 3000 11.2.8 Command Forms Some commands have short name syntax in addition to long name syntax to allow faster typing. The response is always in long syntax. 11.2.9 Command Chaining Multiple commands can be chained in the same string. Each command is delimited by a pipe character ( '|' ). When chaining commands, enter the message starting character and the message closing character only once, at the beginning of the string and at the end.
Kramer Protocol 3000 11.3 Kramer Protocol 3000 Commands 11.3.1 Device Initiated Messages Command Syntax Switcher actions: Video channel has switched (breakaway mode) VID IN>OUT 11.3.2 Result and Error Codes Syntax Command ran successfully, no error. COMMAND PARAMETERS OK Protocol Errors: Syntax error ERR001 Command not available for this device ERR002 Parameter is out of range Unauthorized access (command run without the matching login). ERR003 ERR004 11.3.
Kramer Protocol 3000 11.3.
Kramer Protocol 3000 11.3.7 Identification Commands Command Syntax Response Protocol handshaking #CR ~OK CRLF Read device model MODEL? MODEL MACHINE_MODEL Read device serial number SN? SN SERIAL_NUMBER Read device firmware version VERSION? VERSION MAJOR .MINOR .BUILD .
Hex Table (Protocol 2000) 12 Hex Table (Protocol 2000) Table 8 lists the Hex values for a single machine (MACHINE # 1): Table 8: VS-88HD Hex Codes for Switching via RS-232/RS-485 IN 1 IN 2 IN 3 IN 4 IN 5 IN 6 IN 7 IN 8 OUT 1 01 81 81 81 01 82 81 81 01 83 81 81 01 84 81 81 01 85 81 81 01 86 81 81 01 87 81 81 01 88 81 81 OUT 2 01 81 82 81 01 82 82 81 01 83 82 81 01 84 82 81 01 85 82 81 01 86 82 81 01 87 82 81 01 88 82 81 OUT 3 01 81 83 81 01 82 83 81 01 83 83 81 01 84 83 81 01 85 83 81 01 86 83 81
Kramer Protocol 2000 13 Kramer Protocol 2000 The VS-88HD is compatible with Kramer’s Protocol 2000 1, version 0.50. This RS-232/RS-485 communication protocol uses four bytes of information as defined below. The default data rate is 9600 baud, with no parity, 8 data bits, and 1 stop bit.
Kramer Protocol 2000 For a single machine controlled via the serial port, always set M4…M0 = 1, and make sure that the machine itself is configured as MACHINE NUMBER = 1. Table 10: Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 Note: All values in the table are decimal, unless otherwise stated.
Kramer Protocol 2000 NOTE 8 - The reply is as in TYPE 3 above, except that here the OUTPUT is assigned with the value 0 if the setup is not defined / no valid input is detected; or 1 if it is defined / valid input is detected. NOTE 9 - An error code is returned to the PC if an invalid instruction code was sent to the switcher, or if a parameter associated with the instruction is out of range (e.g.
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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