Kramer SID-X2N operation manual

KRAMER ELECT RONICS LTD.

USER MANUAL

MODEL:

SID

Step

P/N: 2900-300303 Rev 4

-X2N

-in Co mmander

Contents

1 Introduction 1 2 Getting Started 2

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2

2.2 Safety Instruc ti o ns 2

2.3 Shielded Twisted Pair/Unshielded Twisted Pair 3

2.4 Recycling Kramer Products 3

3 Overview 4

3.1 About HDBaseT™ Technology 5

4 Defining the SID-X2N Step-in Commander 6 5 Connecting the SID-X2N 8

5.1 Connecting the Remote Step-In Switch and LED 9

5.2 Connecting the Remote Select Switch and LED 10

5.3 Connecting the Remote Input Selection LEDs 11

6 Principles of Operation 12

6.1 Active Input Selection 12

6.2 Audio Signal Control 13

6.3 Automatic Output Shutdown 13

7 Operating the SID-X2N 14

7.1 Selecting an Input Manually 14

7.2 Locking the EDID 14

7.3 Audio Mode Selection 14

7.4 Adjusting the UXGA Input Phase 15

8 Configuring and Maintaining the SID-X2N 16

8.1 Setting the Configuration DIP-switch 16

9 Wiring t he Twisted Pair RJ-45 Connectors 18 10 Technical Specifications 19

10.1 Supported Resolutions 20

11 Default EDID 22

11.1 HDMI, DisplayPort and DVI 22

11.2 PC-UXGA 24

12 Remote Commands 26

12.1 Kramer Protocol 3000 Syntax 26

12.2 Kramer Protocol 3000 Commands 29

12.3 RS-232 Hardware Interface 32

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Figures

Figure 1: SID-X2N Step-in Commander Front Panel 6 Figure 2: SID-X2N Step-in Commander Rear Panel 7 Figure 3: Connecting the SID-X2N Step-in Commander 8 Figure 4: Remote Step-In Switch and LED Wiring 9 Figure 5: Remote Select Switch and LED Wiring 10 Figure 6: Remote Input Indicator LED Connections 11 Figure 7: Remote Input Indicator LED Wiring 11 Figure 8: The Configuration DIP-switch 16 Figure 9: TP Pinout Wiring 18

ii SID-X2N - 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 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 and GROUP 11: Sierra Video Products; GROUP 12: Digital Signage; and GROUP 13: Audio, and GROUP 14: Collaboration.

Thank you for purchasing the Kramer MegaTOOLS Commander which is 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

SID-X2N Step-in

SID-X2N - Introduction 1

Caution:

There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit

adapter that is provided with the unit

before installing

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

Go to www.kramerav.com/downloads/SID-X2N to c heck f or up-to-date user manuals, application programs, and to check if firmware upgrades are available (where appropriate).

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance

To achieve the best performance:

• Use only good quality connection cables (we recommend Kramer high-

resolution, high-quality cables) to avoid interference, deteriorati on 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-X2N 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.

2.2 Safety Instructions

Warning:

2 SID-X2N - Getting Started

Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall

Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall

2.3 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-HDKat6a (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.

2.4 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 www.kramerav.com/support/recycling/.

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3 Overview

The SID-X2N 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 HDBaseT (Twisted Pair) cable to a compatible receiver (for example, the TP-580Rxr). The device also provides an unbalanced, stereo audio output.

The SID-X2N provides:

• A bandwidth of up to 6.75Gbps in normal mode and up to 1080p @60Hz in

extended range mode

• A range to a receiver of up to 130m (430ft) in normal mode (1080p@60Hz

@36bpp) and up to 180m (590ft) in extended range mode (1080p@60Hz @24bpp) when using BC−HDKat6a cables

For optimum range and performance, use Kramer's BC−DGKat524, BC−HDKat6a and BC−DGKat7a23 shielded twist ed pair (STP) cables. Note that the transmission range depends on the signal resolution, graphics card and display used. The distance using non-Kramer CAT 5, CAT 6, and CAT 7 cables may not reach these ranges.

In particular the SID-X2N: features:

• HDTV support

• HDMI with Deep Color, x.v.Color™ and 3D

• HDCP compliancy—works with sources that support HDCP repeater mode

Note: When using a MacBook as a source and the content is protected using HDCP, if the display does not support HDCP, no video is transmitted

• Automatic live input detection based on video clock presence

• Automatic input selection based on manual selection or last connected input

• Automatic analog audio detection and embedding

• Automatic output shutdown when the input signal is lost (with a configurable

delay)

4 SID-X2N - Overview

• I-EDIDPro™ Kramer Intelligent EDID Processing™ – Intelligent EDID

handling & processing algorithm ensures Plug and Play operation for HDMI systems

• A lockable EDID

• Power-over-Ethernet passes electrical power along with data on Ethernet

cabling. This allows a single cable to provide both data connection and electrical power to compatible devices

• Equalization and reclocking of the data

• Support for digital audio formats

• A MegaTOOLS

using the optional RK-T2B adapter

You can control the SID-X2N using the front panel buttons, or remotely via contact closure switches.

sized enclosure. Two devices can be mounted in a rack

3.1 About HDBaseT™ Technology

HDBaseT™ is an advanced all-in-one connectivity technology (supported by the HDBaseT Alliance). It is particularly suitable in the ProAV – and also the home – environment as a digital networking alternative, where it enables you to replace numerous cables and connectors by a single LAN cable used to transmit, for example, uncompressed full high-definition video, audio, IR, as well as various control signals.

The products described in this user manual are HDBaseT certified.

SID-X2N - Overview 5

Feature

Function

LED

Lights green when the HDMI input is selected

HDMI Connector

Connect to an HDMI source

LED

Lights green when the DisplayPort input is selected

DP Connector

Connect to a DisplayPort so urc e

DVI Connector

Connect to a DVI source

LED

Lights green when the PC-UXGA input is selected

PC-UXGA Connector (F)

Connect to a PC graphics sour ce

INPUT SELECT Button

Press repeatedly to cycle through the inputs manually to

button will not activate the input

STEP-IN Button

Press to activate the input on the switcher that the SID-X2N is connected to

ON LED

Lights green when the device is po w er ed on

4 Defining the SID-X2N Step-in Commander

Figure 1 defines the front panel of the SID-X2N.

Figure 1: SID-X2N Step-in Commander Front Panel

1 AUDIO IN 3.5mm Mini Jack Conn ect to an unbalanced stereo audi o source

HDMI

DisplayPort

DVI

LED Lights green when the DVI input is selected

PC-UXGA

15-pin HD

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select an input signal and override the automatic selection (see Section Note: When the button is lit it is inactive and pressing the

7.1)

Feature

Function

AUDIO OUT 3.5mm Mini Jack

Connect to an unbalanced, stereo audio acceptor (see Section 4)

HDBT OUT RJ-45 Connector

Connect to a compatible receiver, for example, the TP-580Rxr 3

REMOTE STEP-IN LED

Connect to the anode of the remote Step-In LED indicator

Block

(see Section 4)

Switch

Connect to the remote, Input Sele ct swi tch, (se e Section 5.2)

LED HDMI, and UXGA

Connect to the anodes of the remote input indicators 9

OPTION 8x DIP-switch

Sets the device behavior, (see Section 8.1)

12V DC Power Connector

Connect to supplied power adapter, center pin positive

Figure 2 defines the rear panel of the SID-X2N.

Figure 2: SID-X2N Step-in Commander Rear Panel

using CAT 6 or higher specification cable

3-pin Terminal

4 Switch Connect to the remote, Step-In switch, (see Section 5.1)

Block

5 PROG RS-232 3-pin Terminal

Connect to the PC via RS-232 to perform a firmware upgrade

REMOTE SELECT 8-pin

Terminal Block

LED Connect to the anode of the remot e Inp ut Sel ec t LED indi ca tor ,

DP, DVI

(see Section 5.3)

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