Kramer KDS-EN3, KDS-DEC3 Users Manual
KRAMER ELECTRONIC S LTD.
USER MANUAL
MODELS:
KD S- EN 3
HD Video Encoder/Streamer
KD S- DE C3
HD Video Decoder
P/N: 2900-300375 Rev 3
KDS-EN3, KDS-DEC3 – Contents
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Contents
1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 2
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2
2.2 Safety Instructions 3
2.3 Recycling Kramer Products 3
3 Overview 4
3.1 Defining the KDS-EN3 5
3.2 Defining the KDS-DEC3 6
4 How It Works 7
4.1 Setting Up Your KDS-EN3 Environment 8
4.2 Managing Your Passwords 8
5 Connecting the Product 10
5.1 Connecting the KDS-EN3 10
5.2 Connecting the KDS-DEC3 11
5.3 Daisy Chaining Your Decoder Units 12
5.4 Resetting Your Unit 13
6 Validating Your KDS-EN3 Setup 14
6.1 Description of LEDs 14
6.2 Validating Network Discovery 15
6.3 Multiple Subnet Support 15
6.4 Validating Video and Audio Quality 16
6.5 Using Pass Through or Confidence Preview 16
7 Installing Kramer KDS-EN3 Manager 18
8 Kramer KDS-EN3 Manager Software 19
9 Technical Specifications 20
Figures
Figure 1: KDS-EN3 HD Video Encoder/Streamer 5
Figure 2: KDS-DEC3 HD Video Decoder 6
Figure 3: Connecting the KDS-EN3, KDS-DEC3 HD Video Encoder/Decoder 11
Figure 4: Daisy-Chaining KDS-DEC3 Decoders 12
KDS-EN3, KDS-DEC3 - Introduction
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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 14 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; GROUP 11:
Sierra Video Products; GROUP 12: Digital Signage; GROUP 13: Audio; and
GROUP 14: Collaboration.
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer KDS-EN3, KDS-DEC3 HD Video
Encoder/Decoder, which is ideal for the following typical applications:
AV distribution systems with one or more sources and many displays in
schools, universities and public venues
Long-distance transmission of signals using existing wires and infrastructure
in corporate offices, government applications
Advanced applications where functions such as recording, archiving, scaling
and more are required
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KDS-EN3, KDS-DEC3 - Getting Started
Go to http://www.kramerav.com/downloads/ to check for up-to-date user
manuals, application programs, and to check if firmware upgrades are
available (where appropriate).
This equipment is to be used only inside a building. It may only be
connected to other equipment that is installed inside a building.
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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
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance
To achieve 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 KDS-EN3, KDS-DEC3 away from moisture, excessive
sunlight and dust
KDS-EN3, KDS-DEC3 - Getting Started
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Caution:
There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit
Warning:
Use only the Kramer Electronics power supply that is
provided with the unit
Warning:
Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall
before installing
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2.2 Safety Instructions
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/.
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KDS-EN3, KDS-DEC3 - Overview
3 Overview
Kramer DigiTOOL® KDS-EN3 Encoder and KDS-DEC3 Decoder units work in
conjunction to provide unicast (one-to-one) or multicast (one-to-many) streaming
over an IP network. Using Kramer KDS-EN3 Manager software, you can manage
your entire KDS-EN3 network from a single system.
More specifically the units feature:
MPEG-4 AVC support using H.264 and AAC codecs
Downscale streams locally before distribution over the network to lower
bandwidth consumption
Scaling and cropping features that enable flexible display of source content
on the decoder output
Open encoding to enable software decoding through VLC® player software
Standard 10/100/1000Mb Ethernet network operation
A decoder-integrated network switch that allows for KDS-DEC3 daisy
chaining and network extension
Kramer KDS-EN3 Manager software that allows for multiple instances and
remote management of the KDS-EN3 network
HDMI®/DVI video support
HDMI or analog audio support
Unicast and multicast streaming support through RTSP (Real Time
Streaming Protocol)
Manual and scheduled recording to network storage option on encoders
Fail safe video playback or image display when a decoder loses its
connection to an encoder
KDS-EN3 Manager auto-detection and discovery of KDS-EN3/KDS-DEC3
units on a subnet (DHCP server required)
RS-232 virtualization from encoder to decoder
KDS-EN3, KDS-DEC3 - Overview
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Feature
Function
1
ON LED
Lights when power is connected to the unit
2
RESET Button
Press and hold for less than 2 secs to reboot the
unit and keep all current settings
Press and hold for more than 5 secs to reboot the
unit and restore all factory settings
3
5V DC Connector
Connects to the 5V DC power supply
4
LAN 1 RJ-45 Connector
Connects to a network
5
PC OUT (LOCAL) 15-pin HD
Connector
Connects to an analog display
6
HDMI OUT (LOCAL) Connector
Connects to a digital monitor
7
RS-232 9-pin D-sub Connector
Connects to control an RS-232 device. A standard
(non-null modem) cable is required
8
HDMI IN Connector
Connects to an HDMI source
9
USB – B Connector
Not currently supported
10
AUDIO OUT 3.5mm Mini Jack
Connector
Connects to an unbalanced stereo audio acceptor
11
AUDIO IN 3.5mm Mini Jack
Connector
Connects to an unbalanced stereo audio source
3.1 Defining the KDS-EN3
Figure 1 defines the KDS-EN3.
Figure 1: KDS-EN3 HD Video Encoder/Streamer
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