Kramer VM-212DT User Manual

USER MANUAL

MODEL:

VM-212DT

HDMI/HDBT Switcher/DA

P/N: 2900-300422 Rev 1

www.kramerAV.com

VM-212DT – Contents

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Contents

1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 2

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2

2.2 Safety Instructions 2

2.3 Recycling Kramer Products 3

3 Overview 4

3.1 Using Twisted Pair Cable 4

3.2 About HDBaseT™ Technology 5

4 Defining the VM-212DT HDMI/HDBT Switcher/DA 6
5 Installing in a Rack 8
6 Connecting the VM-212DT 9

6.1 Connecting to the VM-212DT via RS-232 10

6.2 Wiring the RJ-45 Connectors 11

7 Operating the VM-212DT 12

7.1 Acquiring the EDID 12

7.2 RS-232 and IR Control and Pass-Through 12

8 Operating the VM-212DT Remotely Using the Web Pages 17

8.1 Browsing the VM-212DT Web Pages 17

8.2 The Switching Page 20

8.3 The Video and Audio Settings Page 22

8.4 The Output Settings Page 23

8.5 The EDID Management Page 24

8.6 The Data Switching Page 27

8.7 The Authentication Page 29

8.8 The Device Settings Page 30

8.9 The Firmware Upgrade Page 33

8.10 The About Us Page 35

9 Configuring the VM-212DT 36

9.1 Setting the DIP-switch 36

9.2 Performing a Factory Reset 36

10 Technical Specifications 37

10.1 Default IP Parameters 38

10.2 Default Logon Credentials 38

10.3 Supported PC Web Browsers 38

11 Default EDID 39
12 Protocol 3000 41

12.1 Kramer Protocol 3000 Syntax 41

12.2 Kramer Protocol 3000 Commands 44

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Figures

Figure 1: VM-212DT HDMI/HDBT Switcher/DA Front Panel 6
Figure 2: VM-212DT HDMI/HDBT Switcher/DA Rear Panel 7
Figure 3: Connecting the VM-212DT HDMI/HDBT Switcher/DA 9
Figure 4: TP PINOUT 11
Figure 5: VM-212DT RS-232 Control and Pass-Through 13
Figure 6: VM-212DT IR Pass-Through Example 1 14
Figure 7: VM-212DT IR Pass-Through Example 2 15
Figure 8: VM-212DT IR Pass-Through Example 3 16
Figure 9: Entering Logon Credentials 17
Figure 10: The Default Page 18
Figure 11: The Main Switching Page 18
Figure 12: The Switching Page 20
Figure 13: Input Button 21
Figure 14: Input Button Label Editor 21
Figure 15: The Audio Settings Page 22
Figure 16: The Output Settings Page 23
Figure 17: The EDID Management Page 24
Figure 18: The Data Switching Page 27
Figure 19: RS-232 Switching Example 28
Figure 20: IR Switching Example 28
Figure 21: The Authentication Page 29
Figure 22: The Device Settings Page 30
Figure 23: The IP Address Changes Popup Warning 31
Figure 24: The Factory Reset Popup Warning 32
Figure 25: The Firmware Upgrade Window 33
Figure 26: The Firmware Upgrade Warning Popup 34
Figure 27: The Firmware Upgrade Process Popup 34
Figure 28: The About Us Page 35
Figure 29: The Configuration DIP-switch 36

VM-212DT – 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 VM-212DT HDMI/HDBT Switcher/DA.
This product, which incorporates HDMI™ technology, is ideal for:

 Presentation and multimedia applications
 Rental and staging

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VM-212DT - Getting Started

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/VM-212DT to check for 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-

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 VM-212DT 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

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

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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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VM-212DT - Overview

3 Overview

The VM-212DT HDMI/HDBT Switcher/DA is a switcher/distribution amplifier for
HDMI and HDBT signals. It reclocks and equalizes one of two selectable input
signals (HDMI or HDBT) and distributes it to one HDMI and two HDBT outputs.

In particular, the VM-212DT features:

 Support for 4K UHD (maximum data rate of 10.2Gbps)
 Non-volatile memory that stores the default EDID so it can then provide the

EDID information to the source even if the display device is not connected

 I-EDIDPro™ Kramer Intelligent EDID Processing™, an intelligent EDID

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

 HDMI support for 3D, Deep Color, x.v.Color™ and 7.1 uncompressed audio

channels (Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD)

 HDCP compliance
 LEDs indicating the selected input and active output
 IR remote control support and a remote IR 3.5mm mini jack
 A 1U rack mount enclosure
 Support for up to 130m (430ft) in normal mode for 1080p @60Hz @36bpp,

and up to 100m (328ft) for 4K UHD @30Hz when using BC−HDKat6a
cables

3.1 Using Twisted Pair Cable

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 / CAT 7a cables.

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3.2 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.

4 Defining the VM-212DT HDMI/HDBT Switcher/DA

Figure 1: VM-212DT HDMI/HDBT Switcher/DA Front Panel

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Feature

Function

1

IR LED

Lights yellow when receiving signals from the IR remote sensor

2

IR Remote Control Sensor

Sensor for an IR transmitter. IR data is routed according to the IR routing configuration, (see Section 8.6)

3

POWER LED

Lights green when the unit receives power

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VOLUME

Buttons

▼ Down button

Press to decrease the audio volume

5

▲ Up button

Press to increase the audio volume

6

INPUT Button

Press to toggle between HDMI Input 1 and HDBT Input 2. Lights red when the input is valid, selected and
routing to an output(s)

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1 HDMI LED

Lights green when HDMI 1 Input is selected

8

2 HDBT LED

Lights green when HDBT 2 Input is selected

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EDID
Buttons

READ Button

Press to read the selected EDID to both inputs, (see Section 7.1)

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SELECT
Button

Press to cycle through the EDID sources, (default, external, and each output) from which to read the EDID.
The relevant LED lights green, (see Section 7.1)

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OUTPUT LEDs 1 to 3

The relevant LED lights during EDID setup, (see Section 7.1)

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EDID TYPE
LEDs

DEFAULT

Lights green when the default EDID is selected, (see Section 7.1)

13

EXT.

Lights green when an external EDID is selected

14

OUTPUT

Lights green when one of the output EDIDs is selected

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VM-212DT – Defining the VM-212DT HDMI/HDBT Switcher/DA

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Figure 2: VM-212DT HDMI/HDBT Switcher/DA Rear Panel

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Feature

Function

1

INPUT 1 HDMI Local Input

Connect to the HDMI source

2

INPUT 2 HDBT Remote Input

Connect to the remote HDBT transmitter, (for example, the WP-20 or TP-580Txr)

3

OUTPUT 1 HDMI Local Output

Connect to the HDMI acceptor

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OUTPUT HDBT
Connectors

2

Connect to the first HDBT acceptor, (for example, the TP-588D or TP-580Rxr)

5

3

Connect to the second HDBT acceptor

6

AUDIO OUT 3.5mm Mini Jack

Connect to the analog audio acceptor

7

REMOTE IR 3.5mm Mini Jack

For future use

8

IR 3.5mm Mini Jack

Connect to the remote IR sensor/emitter

9

RS-232 DATA 3-pin Terminal Block

Connect to the device to be controlled via RS-232

10

RS-232 CONTROL 3-pin Terminal Block

Connect to the serial controller to control the VM-212DT

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REMOTE 3-pin Terminal Block

For future use

12

SETUP 4-way DIP-switch

Used to set the device behavior, (see Section 9.1)

13

ETHERNET RJ-45 Connector

Connect to a remote network controller via a LAN

14

RESET Switch

Press and hold while powering on the device to reset to factory default parameters,
(see Section 9.2)

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PROG Mini USB Connector

Connect to a PC to perform firmware upgrades

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Mains Power Connector, Fuse, and Switch

Connect to the mains supply

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VM-212DT - Installing in a Rack

5 Installing in a Rack

This section provides instructions for rack mounting the unit.

VM-212DT - Connecting the VM-212DT

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6 Connecting the VM-212DT

Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to
your VM-212DT. After connecting your VM-212DT, connect its
power and then switch on the power to each device.

Figure 3: Connecting the VM-212DT HDMI/HDBT Switcher/DA

To connect the VM-212DT, as illustrated in the example in Figure 3:

1. Connect the HDMI source (for example, a Blu-ray disk player) to the IN 1
(HDMI) connector.

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2. Connect the HDBT source, (for example, the WP-20) to the Input 2 HDBT
connector.

3. Connect the Output 1 HDMI connector to an HDMI acceptor, (for example,
an LCD TV with speakers).

4. Connect the two Output HDBT connectors to up to two HDBT receivers, (for
example, the TP-588D or the TP-580RXR).

5. Connect the Audio Out 3.5mm mini jack to an audio acceptor (for example,
active speakers).

6. Connect an IR emitter to the IR 3.5mm mini jack.

7. Connect the serial RS-232 Data 3-pin terminal block to a device to be
controlled, (for example, the LCD TV connected in step 3).

8. Connect a PC via RS-232 to the RS-232 Control 3-pin terminal block, (see

Section 6.1).

9. Connect the VM-212DT to the mains electricity using the mains cord
provided.

6.1 Connecting to the VM-212DT via RS-232

You can connect to the VM-212DT via an RS-232 connection using, for example, a
PC.

To connect to the VM-212DT via RS-232:

 Connect the 3-pin terminal block serial port on the VM-212DT to the RS-232

9-pin D-sub port on your PC, (pin Tx to pin 2, pin Rx to pin 3, and G to pin 5)

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6.2 Wiring the RJ-45 Connectors

This section defines the TP pinout, using a straight pin-to-pin cable with RJ-45
connectors.

EIA /TIA 568B

Figure 4: TP PINOUT

PIN

Wire Color

1

Orange / White

2

Orange

3

Green / White

4

Blue

5

Blue / White

6

Green

7

Brown / White

8

Brown

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7 Operating the VM-212DT

7.1 Acquiring the EDID

Each input on the VM-212DT has a factory default EDID loaded (see Section 11).
This lets you connect the power before having to connect one of the acceptors. The
VM-212DT reads the EDID, which is stored in the non-volatile memory.

The following procedure is usually done only once, when the device is being set up.

To acquire the EDID:

1. Press the EDID Select button repeatedly until the required EDID source is
selected, (either Default, Ext, or one of the outputs).
The relevant LED lights green.

2. Press the EDID READ button.
The EDID Read button lights red for a short while and the EDID is copied to
the currently selected input. If the EDID Read button flashes twice after the
first flash this indicates that the EDID was not read and the device reverts to
the last stored EDID, as indicated by the LEDs.

Note: If the EDID READ button is not pressed for five seconds, the procedure is
terminated and the device does not store a new EDID. The last EDID is restored.

The EDID can also be modified using EDID Designer.

7.2 RS-232 and IR Control and Pass-Through

The VM-212DT can be controlled via RS-232 and infrared. Depending on how the
RS-232 and IR connections are configured, the device either responds to control
signals or transparently passes them through to another receiver or transmitter.

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7.2.1 RS-232 Control and Pass-Through Using the VM-212DT

As shown in Figure 5, you can connect a PC (or other serial controller) directly to
the VM-212DT to control the VM-212DT.

The VM-212DT also transparently passes bidirectional RS-232 signals over the TP
cable from the TP-580Txr transmitter to the TP-580Rxr receiver. For example, a
PC connected to the RS-232 port on the TP-580Txr can control an RS-232­controllable device (for example, a projection screen) connected to the TP-580Rxr.

Figure 5: VM-212DT RS-232 Control and Pass-Through

7.2.2 Local IR Control and IR Pass-Through Using the VM-212DT

The VM-212DT provides an IR sensor and a 3.5mm mini jack for connecting a
remote IR emitter or sensor. When the VM-212DT is connected to suitable
transmitters and receivers (for example, the TP-580Txr and TP-580Rxr), the
VM-212DT can act as a pass-through for IR control signals, allowing remote control
of multiple devices using multiple IR remote controllers.

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7.2.2.1 IR Pass-Through Example 1

The configuration is shown in Figure 6.

Figure 6: VM-212DT IR Pass-Through Example 1

 A DVD player is connected to the TP-580Txr transmitter via an IR emitter
 An LCD display is connected to the TP-580Rxr receiver via an IR emitter
 Both the TP-580Txr and the TP-580Rxr are connected to the VM-212DT via

TP cabling

Point the appropriate remote control for the device at the VM-212DT IR sensor to
control a device.

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7.2.2.2 IR Pass-Through Example 2

The configuration is shown in Figure 7.

Figure 7: VM-212DT IR Pass-Through Example 2

 An IR sensor is connected to the TP-580Txr transmitter
 An LCD display is connected to the TP-580Rxr receiver via an IR emitter
 Both the TP-580Txr and the TP-580Rxr are connected to the VM-212DT via

TP cabling

Point the LCD display remote control either at the TP-580Txr IR sensor or at the
VM-212DT IR sensor to control the LCD display.

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7.2.2.3 IR Pass-Through Example 3

The configuration is shown in Figure 8.

Figure 8: VM-212DT IR Pass-Through Example 3

 The first DVD player (player 1) is connected to the TP-580Txr transmitter via

an IR emitter

 The second DVD player (player 2) is connected to the VM-212DT via an IR

emitter

 An IR sensor is connected to the TP-580Rxr receiver
 Both the TP-580Txr and the TP-580Rxr are connected to the VM-212DT via

TP cabling

To control DVD player 1, point the DVD player 1 IR remote control at the
TP-580Rxr IR sensor. To control DVD player 2, point the DVD player 2 IR remote
control at the TP-580Rxr IR sensor.

VM-212DT - Operating the VM-212DT Remotely Using the Web Pages

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8 Operating the VM-212DT Remotely Using

the Web Pages

The VM-212DT can be operated remotely using the embedded Web pages. The
Web pages are accessed using a Web browser and an Ethernet connection.

Before attempting to connect:

 Ensure that your browser is supported (see Section 10.1)
 Ensure that JavaScript is enabled

8.1 Browsing the VM-212DT Web Pages

Note: In the event that a Web page does not update correctly, clear your Web

browser’s cache by pressing CTRL+F5.

To browse the VM-212DT Web pages:

1. Open your Internet browser.

2. Type the IP number of the device (see Section 10.1) in the Address bar of
your browser.

Note: If authentication is enabled, the following window appears (Figure 9) and you
must enter the valid username and password to access the Web pages. For default
authentication details, see Section 10.2.

Figure 9: Entering Logon Credentials

Following a successful logon, the screen shown in Figure 10 is displayed.

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Figure 10: The Default Page

3. Click OK to continue.
The Switching page appears as shown in Figure 11.

Figure 11: The Main Switching Page

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The areas of the main switching page are described in the following table.

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Item

Description

1

Page Selection Panel

Click one of the buttons to select a page

2

Page Selection Panel
Hide/Reveal Button

Click the arrow to open or close the page selection
panel

3

Switching Selection

Click one of the buttons to select an input

4

Mute Button

Click to mute the audio, Click again to unmute the
audio

5

Analog Output Volume
Control

Use the slider to control the audio volume

6

Security Indicator

Indicates whether security is enabled (locked) or
disabled (unlocked)

7

Full Screen Button

Click to maximize the page

There are nine Web pages described in the following sections:

 Switching (see Section 8.2)
 Video and Audio Settings (see Section 8.3)
 Output Settings (see Section 8.4)
 EDID Management (see Section 8.5)
 Data Switching (see Section 8.6)
 Authentication (see Section 8.7)
 Device Settings (see Section 8.8)
 Firmware Upgrade (see Section 8.9)
 About (see Section 8.10)