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USER MANUAL
MODEL:
ASPEN-32UFX, ASPEN-1616UX, VS-8UFX
12G SDI Matrix Switcher
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Contents
Introduction 1
Getting Started 1
Overview 2
Defining ASPEN-32UFX, ASPEN-1616UX, VS-8UFX 12G SDI Matrix Switcher 4
Installing in a Rack 7
Connecting ASPEN-32UFX, ASPEN-1616UX, VS-8UFX 8
Connecting ASPEN 32UFX, ASPEN 1616UX 8
Connecting VS-8UFX 9
Configuring ASPEN-32UFX, ASPEN-1616UX, VS-8UFX 10
Configuring – Web Pages 10
Configuring – Front Panel 20
Operating ASPEN-32UFX, ASPEN-1616UX, VS-8UFX 21
Operating – Web Pages 21
Operating – Front Panel Buttons 23
Technical Specifications 25
Default Communication Parameters 27
Resetting the Unit 28
Protocol 3000 29
Understanding Protocol 3000 30
Kramer Protocol 3000 Syntax 30
Extended Protocol 3000 31
Other Rules 33
Protocol 3000 Commands 34
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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!
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/downloads/ASPEN-32UFX to check for up-to-date user manuals,
application programs, and to check if firmware upgrades are available (where appropriate).
Achieving the Best Performance
• Use only good quality connection cables (we recommend Kramer high-performance,
high-resolution 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 ASPEN-32UFX, ASPEN-1616UX, VS-8UFX 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.
Safety Instructions
Caution: There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit.
Warning: Use only the power cord that is supplied with the unit.
Warning: Do not open the unit. High voltages can cause electrical shock! Servicing by
qualified personnel only.
Warning: Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall before installing.
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
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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.
Overview
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer ASPEN-32UFX, ASPEN-1616UX, VS-8UFX 12G
SDI Matrix Switcher.
ASPEN-32UFX, ASPEN-1616UX, VS-8UFX are matrix switchers for SDI signals of up to
12G. They equalize the input signal and reclock the output signal to gain extended-reach
signal extension. ASPEN-32UFX, ASPEN-1616UX, VS-8UFX are easy to operate and control
through the network using the intuitive web pages and through RS-232 using a serial
controller.
ASPEN-32UFX and VS 8UFX have interchangeable inputs and outputs. Each SDI port can
be defined as either an input or output, enabling flexible configurations such as a 1x7
distribution amplifier, 7x1 switcher, 4x4 matrix switcher or any other possible input-output
combination.
• High–Performance Matrix Switcher – Switches 12G SDI inputs to 12G SDI outputs with
a maximum resolution of 4K@60Hz (4:2:2). Features Kramer Equalization &
reKlocking™ Technology that rebuilds the digital signal to travel longer distances.
• HDTV Compatible.
• SDI Multi Rate Signals – Auto–adapts from 270Mbps to 12Gbps data rates, accepts SDI,
HD-SDI, 3G HD-SDI, 6G and 12G SDI compliant input signals with video resolution of up
to 4K@60Hz (4:2:2) 30bpp. Complying with SMPTE 259M (SD-SDI), 292M (HD-SDI),
344M (ED-SDI), 424M (3G HD-SDI), ST-2081 (6G-SDI) and ST-2082 (12G-SDI)
standards, it supports pass-through of standard embedded audio channels with ancillary
ID and metadata information.
• Extended-Reach Input Extension – Input signal equalization and output signal reclocking
to gain extended-reach signal extension. Using high-quality coaxial SDI cables, supports
extension of up to 300m (984ft) for SD signals; 200m (656ft) for 1.5G HD signals; 100m
(328ft) for 3G and 6G HD signals; 80m (260ft) for 12G 4K signals. Note: Reach depends
on signal resolution, and quality of copper cable used. Reach extension performance
may vary while using coaxial cables that are not high-quality.
• Clean Switching — With a difference of no more than two lines of video, when using
genlock.
• Versatile Genlocking — Using an analog signal.
• Convenient and Comprehensive Control – Control the unit using intuitive embedded web
pages via the Ethernet or Protocol 3000 API commands via RS–232 serial
communication transmitted by a PC, touch screen system or other serial controller.
Stores 8 switching configurations as presets to be recalled and executed when needed.
Upgrade firmware via the embedded webpages.
• Compact and Easy to Install – 19” wide for rack mounting a unit in a 1U rack space with
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included rack ears. ASPEN-32UFX and ASPEN-1616UX are 4” deep.
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Defining ASPEN-32UFX, ASPEN-1616UX, VS-8UFX 12G SDI Matrix Switcher
This section defines ASPEN-32UFX, ASPEN-1616UX, VS-8UFX.
Figure 1: ASPEN-32UFX 12G SDI Matrix Switcher Back Panel
Figure 2: ASPEN-1616UX 12G SDI Matrix Switcher Back Panel
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Feature
Function
RS-232 (G,Rx,Tx) Terminal Block
Connector
Connect to a PC or remote controller.
POWER 12V DC Terminal Block
Connector
Dual power supply for redundancy:
• PS 1 – primary power connector
• PS 2 – redundant power connector (optional).
Connect each power adapter into a separate branch circuit
employing a separate service ground.
RESET Button
Press briefly to restart the system.
Press for 5 seconds to reset all settings, including IP settings to
factory default values.
ETHERNET RJ-45 Connector
Connect to a PC via LAN for unit control and firmware upgrade
via the web pages.
LOOP BNC Connector
Connect to the genlock connector of the next unit in the daisy
chain or terminate with 75Ω.
GENLOCK BNC Connector
Connect to a genlock source.
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PORTS BNC Connectors (1 to 32)
Connect to SDI sources and acceptors.
ASPEN-1616UX:
INPUT BNC Connectors (1 to 16)
Connect to SDI sources.
ASPEN-1616UX:
OUTPUT BNC Connectors
(1 to 16)
Connect to SDI acceptors.
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Figure 3: VS-8UFX 12G SDI Matrix Switcher Front Panel
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Feature
Function
POWER LED
Lights when the device is powered.
PORT Buttons (1 to 8)
Press an output port (lit green) and then an input port (lit blue) to
route an input to an output.
CLEAR Button
Press to clear a selection.
TAKE Button
Press to enter Take mode.
In Take mode, press several sets of output-input ports and then
press TAKE to activate all the selected routings at the same time.
When Take mode is off, each output-input pair is switched
immediately.
LOAD Button
To load a preset configuration:
Press LOAD, press the appropriate PORT preset button to select
a preset configuration, and then press TAKE to load that preset.
SAVE Button
To save the current port configuration to a PORT preset button:
Press SAVE, press the port button to which you want to save the
configuration, and then press TAKE to save the setup to that port.
INFO Button
Press to display general information, such as the firmware version
and IP address.
Press INFO and then a specific PORT button to display the
information of that selected port.
LCD Display Panel
Displays the current routing status, device information and so on.
LOCK Button
Press for 3 seconds (approx.) to lock the front panel buttons.
When locked (button is lit), press again for 3 seconds (approx.) to
unlock the front panel buttons.
Figure 4: VS-8UFX 12G SDI Matrix Switcher Back Panel
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Feature
Function
GENLOCK BNC Connector
Connect a the genlock source.
LOOP BNC Connector
Connect to the genlock connector of the next unit in the daisy
chain or terminate with 75Ω.
PORTS BNC Connectors (1 to 8)
Connect to SDI sources and acceptors.
RS-232 (G,Rx,Tx) Terminal Block
Connector
Connect to a PC or remote controller.
ETHERNET RJ-45 Connector
Connect to a PC via LAN for unit control and firmware upgrade
via the web pages.
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Feature
Function
RESET Button
Press briefly to restart the system.
Press for 10 seconds to reset IP settings to factory default
values.
The device powers up and loads the factory default values:
IP address: 192.168.1.39; Mask: 255.255.0.0; Gateway
192.168.0.1.
Power Socket
Connect to AC power source.
Power Switch
Switch for turning the unit ON and OFF.
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Installing in a Rack
This section provides instructions for rack mounting ASPEN-32UFX, ASPEN-1616UX,
VS-8UFX. Before installing in a rack, verify that the environment is within the recommended
range:
• Operation temperature – 0 to 40C (32 to 104F).
• Storage temperature – -40 to +70C (-40 to +158F).
• Humidity – 10% to 90%, RHL non-condensing.
When installing on a 19" rack, avoid hazards by taking care that:
• It is located within recommended environmental conditions. Operating ambient
temperature of a closed or multi-unit rack assembly may exceed ambient room
temperature.
• Once rack mounted, there is enough air flow around ASPEN-32UFX,
ASPEN-1616UX, VS-8UFX.
• ASPEN-32UFX, ASPEN-1616UX, VS-8UFX is placed upright in the correct
horizontal position.
• You do not overload the circuit(s). When connecting VS-8UFX to the supply circuit,
overloading the circuits may have a detrimental effect on overcurrent protection and
supply wiring. Refer to the appropriate nameplate ratings for information. For
example, for fuse replacement, see the value printed on the product label.
• VS-8UFX is earthed (grounded) and connected only to an electricity socket with
grounding. Pay particular attention when electricity is supplied indirectly (for
example, when the power cord is not plugged directly into the wall socket but to an
extension cable or power strip). Use only the supplied power cord.
To rack-mount ASPEN-32UFX, ASPEN-1616UX, VS-8UFX:
• Remove the three screws from each side of the unit, reinsert those screws through the
rack ears and mount on a 19" rack.
• Detachable rack ears can be removed for desktop use.
• Always mount ASPEN-32UFX, ASPEN-1616UX, VS-8UFX in the rack before
connecting any cables or power.
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Connecting ASPEN-32UFX, ASPEN-1616UX, VS-8UFX
Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your ASPEN-32UFX,
ASPEN-1616UX, VS-8UFX. After connecting your ASPEN-32UFX, ASPEN-1616UX,
VS-8UFX, connect its power and then switch on the power to each device.
Connecting ASPEN 32UFX, ASPEN 1616UX
For illustrative purposes, the figure below shows ASPEN 32UFX, but the same connections
apply to ASPEN 1616UX. The only exception is that for ASPEN 32UFX the sources and
acceptors can be connected to any of the 32 interchangeable ports and for ASPEN 1616UX
the sources must be connected to the inputs and the acceptors to the outputs.
Figure 5: Connecting to the ASPEN-32UFX Rear Panel
To connect ASPEN 32UFX or ASPEN 1616UX as illustrated in Figure 5:
1. Connect the video sources (for example, SDI camera, FC-113 HDMITM-SDI Converter)
and acceptors (for example, SDI display, VP-475UX SDI to HDMI converter):
▪ For ASPEN-32UFX connect up to 32 video sources and acceptors to the
interchangeable PORT BNC Connectors .
▪ For ASPEN 1616UX connect up to 16 video sources to the INPUT BNC
Connectors and up to 16 video acceptors to the OUTPUT BNC Connectors .
2. Connect the LAN to the ETHERNET RJ-45 Connector .
3. Connect a control device (for example, computer or serial controller) to the RS-232
Terminal Block Connector .
4. If required, connect a genlock source to the GENLOCK BNC Connector .
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5. Connect the next SDI switcher in a daisy chain to the LOOP BNC Connector
-ORterminate the connector with 75Ω.
6. Connect the 12V power adapter to the POWER 12V DC PS1 Terminal Block
Connector .
7. Optionally, connect a second 12V power adapter to the POWER 12V DC PS2 Terminal
Block Connector as a redundant power source.
Connecting VS-8UFX
Figure 6: Connecting to the VS-8UFX Rear Panel
To connect VS-8UFX as illustrated in Figure 6:
1. Connect up to 8 video sources (for example, SDI camera, FC-113 HDMITM-SDI
Converter) and acceptors (for example, SDI display, VP-475UX SDI to HDMI converter)
to the interchangeable PORTS BNC Connectors .
2. Connect the LAN to the ETHERNET RJ-45 Connector .
3. Connect a control device (for example, computer or serial controller) to the RS-232
Terminal Block Connector .
4. If required, connect a genlock source to the GENLOCK BNC Connector .
5. If required, connect the next SDI switcher in a daisy chain to the LOOP BNC
Connector
-ORterminate the connector with 75Ω.
6. Connect the power cord to the Power Socket .
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Configuring ASPEN-32UFX, ASPEN-1616UX, VS-8UFX
ASPEN-32UFX, ASPEN-1616UX, VS-8UFX enable you to configure settings in the following
ways:
• Via Ethernet using built-in, user-friendly web pages (see Configuring – Web
Pages on page 10).
• Protocol 3000 commands (see Protocol 3000 Commands on page 34).
In addition, VS 8UFX can be operated from its front panel buttons (see Configuring – Front
Panel on page 20).
Configuring – Web Pages
The embedded web pages enable you to configure ASPEN-32UFX, ASPEN-1616UX,
VS-8UFX via Ethernet.
For illustrative purposes, the screenshots below show the web pages of only one of the 3
devices – the web pages of your device may differ in the number and type of ports it shows
and in some of the features. Unless otherwise noted, the instructions apply to all devices.
ASPEN-32UFX, ASPEN-1616UX, VS-8UFX web pages enable performing the following:
• Defining Interchangeable Ports on page 12.
• Saving Configuration – Web Page on page 14.
• Configuring Genlock Settings on page 16.
• Configuring Network Settings on page 16.
• Changing the TCP Port on page 17.
• Changing the Unit Name on page 17.
• Enabling/Disabling Web Page Password Security on page 18.
• Changing Web Pages Password on page 18.
• Upgrading the Firmware on page 19.
To browse ASPEN-32UFX, ASPEN-1616UX, VS-8UFX web pages:
1. Type the IP address of the device in the address bar of your internet browser (default =
192.168.1.39).
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The Login page window appears.
Figure 7: Embedded Web Pages Login Window
2. Enter the Username (default = Admin) and Password (default = Admin) and click
Sign in.
The embedded web pages appear with the Video Switching page open.
Figure 8: Embedded Web Pages with Video Switching Page Open
3. Use the navigation pane on the left to open the desired web page.
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Defining Interchangeable Ports
This section applies only to ASPEN-32UFX and VS-8UFX.
The embedded web pages enable you to define each interchangeable port on ASPEN-32UFX
and VS-8UFX as an input or an output. The procedure for defining the ports is slightly
different for each of the models, as follows:
• Defining ASPEN-32UFX Ports on page 12.
• Defining VS-8UFX Ports on page 14.
Defining ASPEN-32UFX Ports
To define ASPEN-32UFX interchangeable ports:
1. Click Video Switching.
The Video Switching page appears.
Figure 9: ASPEN-32UFX Embedded Web Pages – Video Switching Page
2. Click the Settings icon in the upper left corner.
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The Ports setup page appears.
Figure 10: ASPEN-32UFX Embedded Web Pages – Video Switching > Ports Setup Page
3. For each port, click Input or Output.
The port changes to the selected mode.
4. When you are finished defining ports, click Close.
The Video Switching page appears.
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Defining VS-8UFX Ports
To define VS-8UFX interchangeable ports:
1. Click Video Switching.
The Video Switching page appears.
Figure 11: VS-8UFX Embedded Web Pages – Video Switching Page
2. Click a white number in the left column to define that port as an input.
The selected port turns blue and the port changes to an input.
3. Click a white number in the upper row to define that port as an output.
The selected port turns green and the port changes to an output.
Saving Configuration – Web Page
The embedded web pages enable you to save the input/output definitions (for ASPEN-32UFX
and VS-8UFX) and switching configuration as a preset for recall at a later time.
To save a configuration as a preset:
1. Define each port as an input or output (for ASPEN-32UFX and VS-8UFX –see Defining
Interchangeable Ports on page 12).
2. Switch inputs to outputs (see Switching – Web Pages on page 21).
3. Click Device Settings.
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The Device Settings page appears.
Figure 12: Embedded Web Pages – Device Settings Page
4. From the Preset 1 drop-down, select the preset number to which you would like to save
this configuration.
5. Click Save.
The current input/output definitions (for ASPEN-32UFX and VS-8UFX) and switching
configuration are saved under the selected preset number.
Clicking the Save button overwrites the configuration that was previously saved under the
selected preset number.
Disable the Save button for the selected Preset to prevent losing the currently saved
configuration by selecting the Locked checkbox.
To load a saved configuration, see Loading Saved Configurations – Web Pages on page 22.
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Configuring Genlock Settings
The embedded web pages enable you to configure genlock settings for when you connect a
Genlock source to your device.
To configure genlock settings:
1. Click Genlock.
The Genlock page appears.
Figure 13: Embedded Web Pages – Genlock Page
2. Click Enabled.
Genlock is enabled.
3. In the Resolution drop-down, select the display resolution.
The preset delay for that resolution appears under Delay in micro seconds.
It is recommended to use one of the preset delay times, according to the resolution. If
required you can set a custom delay in the Delay in micro seconds field, and click Set.
Configuring Network Settings
The embedded web pages enable you to configure network settings for your device.
For proper settings and before changing to DHCP, consult your network administrator.
To configure network settings:
1. Click Device Settings.
The Device Settings page appears (Figure 12).
2. In the Ethernet Settings section, change the network settings as required and click Set.
–OR–
If you want the device to obtain a DHCP IP, under DHCP, click ON.
3. Click Set.
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