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USER MANUAL
MODEL:
VM-212DT
HDMI/HDBT Switcher/DA
P/N: 2900-300422 Rev 1
www.kramerAV.com
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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
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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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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).
This equipment is to be used only inside a building. It may only be
connected to other equipment that is installed inside a building.
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
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 VM-212DT away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust
2.2 Safety Instructions
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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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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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The products described in this user manual are HDBaseT certified.
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.
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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
4
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
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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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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
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
4
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
11
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)
15
PROG Mini USB Connector
Connect to a PC to perform firmware upgrades
16
Mains Power Connector, Fuse, and Switch
Connect to the mains supply
Figure 2: VM-212DT HDMI/HDBT Switcher/DA Rear Panel
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5 Installing in a Rack
This section provides instructions for rack mounting the unit.
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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.
6 Connecting the VM-212DT
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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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
6.2 Wiring the RJ-45 Connectors
This section defines the TP pinout, using a straight pin-to-pin cable with RJ-45
connectors.
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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.
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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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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
The areas of the main switching page are described in the following table.
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)
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Item
Description
1
Input 1 HDMI Button
Click to select the HDMI input. The color of the button
indicates whether or not the input is selected. The color
circle indicates whether or not there is a live signal on the
input
2
Input 2 HDBaseT
Button
Click to select the HDBaseT input. The color of the button
indicates whether or not the input is selected. The color
circle indicates whether or not there is a live signal on the
input
3
Analog Output
Volume Slider
Slide up to increase the analog output volume or down to
decrease the volume
4
Audio Output Level
Indicates the current audio output level in dB
5
Mute Button
Click to mute or unmute the output audio
8.2 The Switching Page
The Switching page lets you select a video input manually and adjust the audio
volume.
Figure 12: The Switching Page
The input selection buttons function as described below.
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Description
1
Input number
2
Customizable input button label. See description below
3
Button background color. When the input is selected the
background changes from gray to blue
4
Label edit button
5
Live signal indicator. Lights when the input has a live signal on the
input
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Description
1
Label text entry box
2
Save button. Click button to save changes after entering the
required label text
Figure 13: Input Button
To edit the button label:
1. Click the relevant edit button.
The popup shown in Figure 14 appears.
Figure 14: Input Button Label Editor
2. Enter the required label.
3. Click Enter or the Save button.
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Item
Description
1
Delay power off 5V
upon signal loss for
Box
Sets the delay for turning off the 5V output because of a
signal loss on the currently selected input. Value in
seconds
2
HDCP Mode input 1
Buttons
For Input 1:
Enable—HDCP support is dictated by the display
Disabled—HDCP encrypted content is not passed
3
HDCP Mode input 2
Button
For input 2:
Enable—HDCP support is dictated by the display
Disabled—HDCP encrypted content is not passed
4
Audio de-embedding
Indicator
Click enable to de-embed the digital audio
5
Set Button for 5V
control upon signal
loss, (see item 1)
Enter the delay in seconds or use the
increment/decrement buttons, then press Set to save the
value
8.3 The Video and Audio Settings Page
The Video and Audio Settings page lets you modify the output power off delay,
HDCP support per input, and audio de-embedding.
Figure 15: The Audio Settings Page
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Item
Description
1
Output Label
Enter the name required for each output
2
Save Button
Click to save the current label
8.4 The Output Settings Page
The Output Settings page allows you to custom label the output buttons
individually.
Figure 16: The Output Settings Page
Note: Performing a factory reset returns the labels to their default values.
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Item
Description
1
File Selector
Click to browse saved EDID files on the computer
2
Prevent Modification
Checkbox
Click to prevent modification of data
3
Default EDID Button
Click to read the default EDID
8.5 The EDID Management Page
The EDID page lets you copy EDID data to an input from any of the following:
Output
Input
EDID data file
Figure 17: The EDID Management Page
Note: The display is not updated automatically when the status of an EDID
changes on the device caused by outputs being exchanged. Click Refresh to
update the display, (see item 11 in the following table).
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Item
Description
4
Output Buttons 1 and 2
2 buttons to select the output (highlighted when
selected)
5
Connection Indicator
Lights green when connected, grey when off
6
EDID Source Information
Device model, resolution, if audio connected
7
Web Page Selector
Click to show the desired Web page
8
Read From Section
From this section select the required EDID source to
read from
9
Input Buttons (1-2)
Click to display the 2 input buttons for input selection,
and port and signal identification
10
Output Connection
Status
Shows whether output is connected or not
11
Copy To Section
From this section select the required EDID destination
to which to copy
12
Un/Select All Checkbox
Check to select or unselect copying EDID to all inputs
13
EDID Information
Device model, resolution, if audio connected
14
Security Icon
Open lock indicates security not active, closed lock
indicates active security (set security on the
Authentication tab)
15
Full Screen Icon
Click to toggle full screen on/off
16
Audio Bitrate
Indicates the audio bitrate on the input or output
17
Copy Button
Click to copy the EDID from the selected source to
the selected input
18
Bytemap Button
Click to open a window showing the selected EDID
raw information
Note: The display is not updated automatically when the status of an EDID
changes on the device due to outputs being exchanged. Click Refresh to update
the display.
To copy EDID data from an Output or Input to one or more inputs:
1. Click the source button from which to copy the EDID (Output or Input).
The button changes color and the EDID summary information reflects the
EDID data.
2. Click one or more destination Inputs, or select all Inputs by checking the
Inputs check-box.
All selected Input buttons change color and the EDID summary information
reflects the Input selection(s).
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3. Click the Copy button.
The “EDID was copied” success message is displayed and the EDID data
are copied to the selected Input(s).
4. Click OK.
To copy EDID data to an Input from an EDID data file:
1. Click the source Browse button.
The Windows Browser opens.
2. Browse to the required file.
3. Select the required file and click Open.
The EDID summary information reflects the selection.
4. Click one or more destination Inputs, or select all Inputs by checking the
Inputs check-box.
All selected Input buttons change color and the EDID summary information
reflects the Input selection(s).
5. Click the Copy button.
The “EDID was copied” success message is displayed and the EDID data
are copied to the selected Input(s).
6. Click OK.
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Item
Description
1
RS-232
Switching
area
2
Input 2
selection row
Click a box to enable the routing of RS-232 data
from Input 2 to the selected output(s)
3
RS-232 data
selection row
Click a box to enable the routing of RS-232 data
from the RS-232 Data port to the selected output(s)
8.6 The Data Switching Page
The Data Switching page lets you route the RS-232 and IR inputs and outputs.
Figure 18: The Data Switching Page
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Item
Description
4
IR
Switching
area
5
IR modulation
indicator
Indicates whether IR modulation is enabled or
disabled
6
Input 2
selection row
Click a box to enable the routing of IR data from
Input 2 to the selected output(s)
7
Remote IR
selection row
Click a box to enable the routing of IR data from the
IR sensor on the front panel to the selected
output(s)
RS-232 Switching Example
In the example configuration shown in Figure 19 RS-232 data is routed from the
RS-232 Data 3-pin terminal block to the HDBT Output 3.
Figure 19: RS-232 Switching Example
IR Switching Example
In the example configuration shown in Figure 20 IR data is routed from the IR
sensor on the front panel and the IR 3.5mm mini jack on the rear panel to all
outputs, (HDBT Output 2, 3, 4, and 5).
Figure 20: IR Switching Example
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#
Item
Description
1
Activate Security Button
Click to enable/disable security settings. When
enabled, the valid username and password must be
provided to allow Web page access`1234
2
Change
Password
Section
Current
Password box
Enter the current password
3
New Password
box
Enter the new password, (up to 15 printable ASCII
characters with no spaces)
4
Retype New
Password box
Retype the new password
5
CHANGE button
Click CHANGE to save the new authentication
details
8.7 The Authentication Page
The Authentication page lets you assign or change logon authentication details.
Figure 21: The Authentication Page
Note: If the Authentication page is left open for more than five minutes additional
windows may open. After entering your logon credentials, close the other windows.
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8.8 The Device Settings Page
The Device Settings page lets you view and/or modify the device settings, for
example, the device name and IP address.
Figure 22: The Device Settings Page
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#
Item
Description
1
Device Settings Section
Displays information regarding the device, (model,
firmware version, and serial number)
2
Unit name
The DNS name of the device. To set a new name,
enter the new alphanumeric name and click Set. (For
restrictions regarding the name, see Section 10.2)
3
DHCP Buttons
Click to turn DHCP on and off
4
IP address
The IP address of the device. To set a new IP address,
enter the new valid IP address and click Set
5
Mask address
The network mask of the device. To set a new mask,
enter the new valid mask and click Set
6
Gateway address
The network gateway for the device. To set a new
network gateway, enter the new valid gateway and click
Set
7
Set IP Parameter
Changes Button
Click to save changes made any of the IP parameters
8
Mac Address
Displays the MAC address of the device
9
UDP Port
The UDP port number of the device. To set a new UDP
port number, enter the new valid port number or use
the spin controls and click Set
10
Save Configuration
Button
Click to save the current configuration as a preset
11
Load Configuration
Button
Click to load a previously saved configuration
12
Factory Reset Button
Click to reset the device to factory default parameters.
After the success message is displayed, power cycle
the device
13
Set Name Button
Click to save changes to the device name
14
Set UDP Port Number
Button
Click to save changes to the UDP port number
Note: When changing either the DHCP mode or the static IP address of the device,
the warning shown in Figure 23 appears because communication will be lost with
the device until you enter the new address in your browser.
Figure 23: The IP Address Changes Popup Warning
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8.8.1 The Load/Save Configuration Facility
The Upload/Save Configuration facility lets you retrieve and save a configuration.
To load a configuration:
1. Click the Load button.
The Load browser window appears.
2. Browse to the required file and press Open.
The configuration is retrieved and the success message is displayed.
To save the current configuration:
1. Click the Save button.
The Save Configuration success message is displayed.
2. Do either of the following:
Click Download to either open the file or save it to the required location
—OR—
Click OK to complete the procedure
Note: When saving the configuration using Internet Explorer 11 press CTRL+S.
To reset the VM-212DT to factory default parameters:
1. Click the Factory reset button.
The confirmation message shown in Figure 24 is displayed.
Figure 24: The Factory Reset Popup Warning
2. Click OK to continue or Cancel to exit the procedure.
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#
Item
Description
1
Firmware Version
Displays the current firmware version
2
Update Firmware
Button
Click to start the upgrade process
3. Click OK.
The progress message is displayed.
On completion, the success message is displayed.
4. Click OK.
8.9 The Firmware Upgrade Page
The Firmware Upgrade page lets you upgrade the firmware of the device.
Figure 25: The Firmware Upgrade Window
To upgrade the firmware:
1. Click the Update button.
The file browser opens.
2. Browse to the required file.
3. Select the required file and click Open.
The firmware file name is displayed in the Firmware Upgrade page.
4. Click Start Upgrade.
The firmware file is loaded and the warning message shown in Figure 26
appears.
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Do not interrupt the process or the VM-212DT may be damaged.
Figure 26: The Firmware Upgrade Warning Popup
5. Click OK to continue or Cancel to exit the procedure.
6. After clicking OK, the progress message shown in Figure 27 appears.
Figure 27: The Firmware Upgrade Process Popup
7. When the process is complete reboot the device.
The firmware is upgraded.
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8.10 The About Us Page
The VM-212DT About Us page displays the Web page version and Kramer
Electronics Ltd company details.
Figure 28: The About Us Page
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#
Feature
DIP-switch
1
IR modulation selection
Off—Disable IR modulation (up, default)
On—Enable IR modulation (down)
2
Extra range
Off—Disable extra range (up, default)
On—Enable extra range (down)
3
Compressed audio/
Audio de-embedding
Off—De-embed audio (up, default)
On—Enable compressed audio (down)
4
Reserved
9 Configuring the VM-212DT
9.1 Setting the DIP-switch
A switch that is down is on; a switch that is up is off. By default, all the switches are
up (off).
Figure 29: The Configuration DIP-switch
Some devices require that the IR signal be specifically modulated or unmodulated.
If there is a problem with the IR signal not being transmitted all the way from the IR
transmitter to the final IR receiver, try setting the modulation on.
9.2 Performing a Factory Reset
To perform a factory reset of the VM-212DT:
1. Turn off the device.
2. Press and hold the Reset button on the rear of the device.
3. Turn on the device and keep the Reset button depressed for a few seconds.
4. Release the button.
The parameters are reset.
You can also perform a factory reset of the device by using the Web pages, (see
Section 8.8) or by sending a Protocol 3000 command, (see Section 9.2). To
implement the change, the device must be turned off and on again.
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INPUTS:
1 HDMI connector
1 HDBT twisted pair on an RJ-45 connector
OUTPUTS:
1 HDMI connector
2 HDBT twisted pair on RJ-45 connectors
MAX.DATA RATE:
10.2Gbps (3.4Gbps per graphic channel, HDMI)
COMPLIANCE WITH HDMI
STANDARDS:
Supports HDMI and HDCP
CONTROLS:
Input select button, EDID select button, panel lock button,
RS-232, local and remote IR controls
INDICATOR LEDs:
IR communication, Power, IN 1 HDMI, IN 2 HDBT,
OUTPUT 1 and 2, EDID TYPE Default, External, Output
POWER CONSUMPTION:
100-240V AC 50/60Hz 16VA
OPERATING TEMPERATURE:
0° to +40°C (32° to 104°F)
STORAGE TEMPERATURE:
-40° to +70°C (-40° to 158°F)
HUMIDITY:
10% to 90%, RHL non-condensing
COOLING:
Forced air, fan
ENCLOSURE TYPE:
Aluminium
RACK MOUNT:
With included rack “ears”
DIMENSIONS:
43.64cm x 18.3cm x 4.36cm, W, D, H (19" x 1U)
PRODUCT WEIGHT:
1.56kg (3.44lbs) approx.
SHIPPING WEIGHT:
2.7kg (5.95lbs) approx.
VIBRATION:
ISTA 1A in carton (International Safe Transit Association)
SAFETY REGULATORY
COMPLIANCE:
CE
ENVIRONMENTAL
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE:
Complies with appropriate requirements of RoHs and
WEEE
INCLUDED ACCESSORIES:
Power cord
Rack “ears”
Specifications are subject to change without notice at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
10 Technical Specifications
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Parameter
Values
Default
Device
Name
Any alphanumeric string up to 14
chars (can include hyphen, but
not at the beginning or end)
KRAMER_
DHCP
ON/OFF
OFF
IP Address
Any valid IP address
192.168.1.39
Mask
Any valid network mask
255.255.0.0
Gateway
Any valid gateway address
192.168.0.1
TCP Port
0 to 65535
5000
UDP Port
0 to 65535
50000
Parameter
Values
Name
Admin
Password
Admin
Platform
Version
Windows 7 and
higher
Internet Explorer (32/64 bit) version 10
Firefox version 30
Chrome version 35
Mac
Firefox version 30
Chrome version 35
Safari version 7
Note: Minimum browser window size 1024 x 768
10.1 Default IP Parameters
10.2 Default Logon Credentials
10.3 Supported PC Web Browsers
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11 Default EDID
Each input on the VM-212DT is loaded with a factory default EDID.
Monitor
Model name............... VM-212DT
Manufacturer............. KMR
Plug and Play ID......... KMR1200
Serial number............ 295-883450100
Manufacture date......... 2014, ISO week 255
Filter driver............ None
-------------------------
EDID revision............ 1.4
Input signal type........ Digital
Color bit depth.......... Undefined
Color encoding formats... RGB 4:4:4
Screen size.............. 520 x 320 mm (24.0 in)
Power management......... Standby, Suspend, Active off/sleep
Extension blocs.......... 1 (CEA-EXT)
-------------------------
DDC/CI................... n/a
Color characteristics
Default color space...... Non-sRGB
Display gamma............ 2.20
Red chromaticity......... Rx 0.674 - Ry 0.319
Green chromaticity....... Gx 0.188 - Gy 0.706
Blue chromaticity........ Bx 0.148 - By 0.064
White point (default).... Wx 0.313 - Wy 0.329
Additional descriptors... None
Timing characteristics
Horizontal scan range.... 30-83kHz
Vertical scan range...... 56-76Hz
Video bandwidth.......... 170MHz
CVT standard............. Not supported
GTF standard............. Not supported
Additional descriptors... None
Preferred timing......... Yes
Native/preferred timing.. 1280x720p at 60Hz (16:10)
Modeline............... "1280x720" 74.250 1280 1390 1430 1650 720 725 730 750 +hsync +vsync
Standard timings supported
720 x 400p at 70Hz - IBM VGA
720 x 400p at 88Hz - IBM XGA2
640 x 480p at 60Hz - IBM VGA
640 x 480p at 67Hz - Apple Mac II
640 x 480p at 72Hz - VESA
640 x 480p at 75Hz - VESA
800 x 600p at 56Hz - VESA
800 x 600p at 60Hz - VESA
800 x 600p at 72Hz - VESA
800 x 600p at 75Hz - VESA
832 x 624p at 75Hz - Apple Mac II
1024 x 768i at 87Hz - IBM
1024 x 768p at 60Hz - VESA
1024 x 768p at 70Hz - VESA
1024 x 768p at 75Hz - VESA
1280 x 1024p at 75Hz - VESA
1152 x 870p at 75Hz - Apple Mac II
1280 x 1024p at 75Hz - VESA STD
1280 x 1024p at 85Hz - VESA STD
1600 x 1200p at 60Hz - VESA STD
1024 x 768p at 85Hz - VESA STD
800 x 600p at 85Hz - VESA STD
640 x 480p at 85Hz - VESA STD
1152 x 864p at 70Hz - VESA STD
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1280 x 960p at 60Hz - VESA STD
EIA/CEA-861 Information
Revision number.......... 3
IT underscan............. Supported
Basic audio.............. Supported
YCbCr 4:4:4.............. Not supported
YCbCr 4:2:2.............. Not supported
Native formats........... 1
Detailed timing #1....... 1920x1080p at 60Hz (16:10)
Modeline............... "1920x1080" 148.500 1920 2008 2052 2200 1080 1084 1089 1125 +hsync +vsync
Detailed timing #2....... 1920x1080i at 60Hz (16:10)
Modeline............... "1920x1080" 74.250 1920 2008 2052 2200 1080 1084 1094 1124 interlace +hsync
+vsync
Detailed timing #3....... 1280x720p at 60Hz (16:10)
Modeline............... "1280x720" 74.250 1280 1390 1430 1650 720 725 730 750 +hsync +vsync
Detailed timing #4....... 720x480p at 60Hz (16:10)
Modeline............... "720x480" 27.000 720 736 798 858 480 489 495 525 -hsync -vsync
CE audio data (formats supported)
LPCM 2-channel, 16/20/24 bit depths at 32/44/48 kHz
CE video identifiers (VICs) - timing/formats supported
1920 x 1080p at 60Hz - HDTV (16:9, 1:1)
1920 x 1080i at 60Hz - HDTV (16:9, 1:1)
1280 x 720p at 60Hz - HDTV (16:9, 1:1) [Native]
720 x 480p at 60Hz - EDTV (16:9, 32:27)
720 x 480p at 60Hz - EDTV (4:3, 8:9)
720 x 480i at 60Hz - Doublescan (16:9, 32:27)
720 x 576i at 50Hz - Doublescan (16:9, 64:45)
640 x 480p at 60Hz - Default (4:3, 1:1)
NB: NTSC refresh rate = (Hz*1000)/1001
CE vendor specific data (VSDB)
IEEE registration number. 0x000C03
CEC physical address..... 1.0.0.0
Maximum TMDS clock....... 165MHz
CE speaker allocation data
Channel configuration.... 2.0
Front left/right......... Yes
Front LFE................ No
Front center............. No
Rear left/right.......... No
Rear center.............. No
Front left/right center.. No
Rear left/right center... No
Rear LFE................. No
Report information
Date generated........... 18/02/2016
Software revision........ 2.60.0.972
Data source.............. File
Operating system......... 6.1.7601.2.Service Pack 1
Raw data
00,FF,FF,FF,FF,FF,FF,00,2D,B2,00,12,01,01,01,01,FF,18,01,04,80,34,20,78,E2,B3,25,AC,51,30,B4,26,
10,50,54,FF,FF,80,81,8F,81,99,A9,40,61,59,45,59,31,59,71,4A,81,40,01,1D,00,72,51,D0,1E,20,6E,28,
55,00,07,44,21,00,00,1E,00,00,00,FF,00,32,39,35,2D,38,38,33,34,35,30,31,30,30,00,00,00,FC,00,56,
4D,2D,32,31,34,44,54,20,20,20,20,20,00,00,00,FD,00,38,4C,1E,53,11,00,0A,20,20,20,20,20,20,01,DF,
02,03,1B,C1,23,09,07,07,48,10,05,84,03,02,07,16,01,65,03,0C,00,10,00,83,01,00,00,02,3A,80,18,71,
38,2D,40,58,2C,45,00,07,44,21,00,00,1E,01,1D,80,18,71,1C,16,20,58,2C,25,00,07,44,21,00,00,9E,01,
1D,00,72,51,D0,1E,20,6E,28,55,00,07,44,21,00,00,1E,8C,0A,D0,8A,20,E0,2D,10,10,3E,96,00,07,44,21,
00,00,18,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,00,77
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Start
Address (optional)
Body
Delimiter
#
Device_id@
Message
CR
Start
Body
Delimiter
#
Command SP Parameter_1,Parameter_2,…
CR
Start
Address
Body
Delimiter
#
Device_id@
Command_1 Parameter1_1,Parameter1_2,…|
Command_2 Parameter2_1,Parameter2_2,…|
Command_3
Parameter3_1,Parameter3_2,…|…
CR
Start
Address (optional)
Body
Delimiter
~
Device_id@
Message
CR LF
12 Protocol 3000
The can be operated using serial commands from a PC, remote controller or touch
screen using the Kramer Protocol 3000.
This section describes:
Kramer Protocol 3000 syntax (see Section 12.1)
Kramer Protocol 3000 commands (see Section 12.2)
12.1 Kramer Protocol 3000 Syntax
12.1.1 Host Message Format
12.1.1.1 Simple Command
Command string with only one command without addressing:
12.1.1.2 Command String
Formal syntax with commands concatenation and addressing:
12.1.2 Device Message Format
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Start
Address (optional)
Body
Delimiter
~
Device_id@
Command SP [Param1 ,Param2 …] result
CR LF
12.1.2.1 Device Long Response
Echoing command:
CR = Carriage return (ASCII 13 = 0x0D)
LF = Line feed (ASCII 10 = 0x0A)
SP = Space (ASCII 32 = 0x20)
12.1.3 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 alphanumeric 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.
Note: A string can contain more than one command. Commands are separated by
a pipe ( '|' ) character.
Message starting character
'#' – For host command/query
'~' – For device response
Device address (Optional, for K-NET)
K-NET Device ID followed by '@'
Query sign
'?' follows some commands to define a query request.
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Message closing character
CR – For host messages; carriage return (ASCII 13)
CRLF – For device messages; carriage return (ASCII 13) + line-feed (ASCII 10)
Command chain separator character
When a message string contains more than one command, a pipe ( '|' ) character
separates each command.
Spaces between parameters or command terms are ignored.
12.1.4 Entering Commands
You can directly enter all commands using a terminal with ASCII communications
software, such as HyperTerminal, Hercules, etc. Connect the terminal to the serial
or Ethernet port on the Kramer device. To enter CR press the Enter key.
( LF is also sent but is ignored by command parser).
For commands sent from some non-Kramer controllers like Crestron, some
characters require special coding (such as, /X##). Refer to the controller manual.
12.1.5 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.
12.1.6 Chaining Commands
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.
Commands in the string do not execute until the closing character is entered.
A separate response is sent for every command in the chain.
12.1.7 Maximum String Length
64 characters
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Command
Description
#
Protocol handshaking
AUD-LVL
Set/get audio level in specific amplifier stage
AV-SW-TIMEOUT
Set/get video auto-switch timeout
BUILD-DATE?
Read device build date
CPEDID
Copy EDID data from the output to the input
DIR
List files in device
DISPLAY?
Get output HPD status
DPSW-STATUS?
Get the DIP-switch status
ETH-PORT
Set/get Ethernet port protocol
FACTORY
Reset to factory default configuration
FPGA-VER?
Get current FPGA version
FS-FREE?
Get file system free space
GEDID
Read EDID data
GET
Get file
HDCP-MOD
Set/get HDCP mode
HDCP-STAT?
Get HDCP signal status
HELP?
Get command list
LDEDID
Write EDID data to input
LOGIN
Set/get protocol permission
LOGOUT
Cancel current permission level
MODEL?
Read device model
MUTE
Set/get audio mute
NAME
Set/get machine (DNS) name
NAME-RST
Reset machine name to factory default (DNS)
NET-DHCP
Set/get DHCP mode
NET-GATE
Set/get gateway IP
NET-IP
Set/get IP address
NET-MAC?
Get MAC address
NET-MASK
Set/get subnet mask
PASS
Set/get Password
PING
Sends ICMP ECHO
PROT-VER?
Get device protocol version
RESET
Reset device
ROUTE
Set/get layer routing
SECUR
Start/Stop Security
SIGNAL?
Get input signal lock status
SN?
Read device serial number
VERSION?
Read device firmware version
12.2 Kramer Protocol 3000 Commands
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Command - #
Command Type - System-mandatory
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set: # End User
Public
Get: - -
-
Description
Syntax
Set:
Protocol handshaking
#␍
Get: - -
Response
~nn@␠OK␍␊
Parameters
Response Triggers
Notes
Use to validate the Protocol 3000 connection and get the machine number
Command - AUD-LVL
Command Type - Audio
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set:
AUD-LVL
End User
Public
Get:
AUD-LVL?
End User
Public
Description
Syntax
Set:
Set audio level in specific amplifier stage
#AUD-LVL␠ stage, channel, volume␍
Get:
Get audio level in specific amplifier stage
#AUD-LVL?␠ stage, channel␍
Response
~nn@AUD-LVL␠ stage, channel, volume␍␊
Parameters
stage - ‘IN, ’OUT’
channel - input or output number
volume - audio parameter in Kramer units, minus sign precedes negative values.
++ increase current value,
-- decrease current value
Response Triggers
Notes
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Command - AV-SW-TIMEOUT
Command Type - System
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set:
AV-SW-TIMEOUT
End User
Public
Get:
AV-SW-TIMEOUT?
End User
Public
Description
Syntax
Set:
Set auto switching timeout
#AV-SW-TIMEOUT␠ action,time_out ␍
Get:
Get auto switching timeout
#AV-SW-TIMEOUT?␠ action ␍
Response
~ nn@AV-SW-TIMEOUT␠ action,time_out ␍
Parameters
action
timeout - timeout in seconds
Response Triggers
Notes
Command - BUILD-DATE
Command Type - System-mandatory
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set: - - - Get:
BUILD-DATE?
End User
Public
Description
Syntax
Set: - -
Get:
Get device build date
#BUILD-DATE␍
Response
~nn@BUILD-DATE␠ date␠time␍␊
Parameters
date - Format: YYYY/MM/DD where YYYY = Year, MM = Month, DD = Day
time - Format: hh:mm:ss where hh = hours, mm = minutes, ss = seconds
Response Triggers
Notes
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Command - CPEDID
Command Type - System
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set:
CPEDID
End User
Public
Get: - -
-
Description
Syntax
Set:
Copy EDID data from the output to
the input EEPROM
#CPEDID␠ src_type, src_id, dst_type,
dest_bitmap␍
Get: - -
Response
~nn@CPEDID␠ src_stg, src_id, dst_type, dest_bitmap␍␊
Parameters
src_type - EDID source type (usually output)
src_id - number of chosen source stage (1.. max number of inputs/outputs)
dst_type - EDID destination type (usually input) (see Section 12.2.4)
dest_bitmap - bitmap representing destination IDs. Format: XXXX…X, where X is hex digit. The
binary form of every hex digit represents corresponding destinations. Setting ‘1’ says that EDID data
has to be copied to this destination
Response Triggers
Response is sent to the com port from which the Set was received (before execution)
Notes
Destination bitmap size depends on device properties (for 64 inputs it is a 64-bit word)
Example: bitmap 0x0013 means inputs 1,2 and 5 are loaded with the new EDID
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Command - DIR
Command Type - File System
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set:
DIR
Administrator
Public
Get: - -
-
Description
Syntax
Set:
List files in device
#DIR␍
Get: - -
Response
Multi Line:
~nn@DIR␍␊
file_name TAB file_size␠ bytes,␠ ID:␠ file_id␍␊
TABfree_size␠ bytes.␍␊
Parameters
file_name - name of file
file_size - file size in bytes. A file can take more space on device memory
file_id - internal ID for file in file system
free_size - free space in bytes in device file system
Response Triggers
Notes
Command – DPSW-STATUS?
Command Type – System
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set: - -
-
Get:
DPSW-STATUS?
End User
Public
Description
Syntax
Set: - -
Get :
Get the DIP-switch state
# DPSW-STATUS?␠ dp_sw_id ␍
Response
~nn @ DPSW-STATUS?␠ dp_sw_id, status␍␊
Parameters
dp_sw_id - 1….num of DIP switches
status - 0: up
1: down
Response Triggers
Notes
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Command - DISPLAY?
Command Type - System
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set: - - - Get
DISPLAY?
End User
Public
Description
Syntax
Set: - -
Get:
Get output HPD status
#DISPLAY?␠ out_id␍
Response
~ nn@DISPLAY␠out_id,status ␍␊
Parameters
out_id - output number
status - HPD status according to signal validation
Response Triggers
After execution, response is sent to the com port from which the Get was received
Response is sent after every change in output HPD status ON to OFF
Response is sent after every change in output HPD status OFF to ON and ALL parameters (new
EDID, etc.) are stable and valid
Notes
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Command - ETH-PORT
Command Type - Communication
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set:
ETH-PORT
Administrator
Public
Get:
ETH-PORT?
End User
Public
Description
Syntax
Set:
Set Ethernet port protocol
#ETH-PORT␠ portType, ETHPort ␍
Get:
Get Ethernet port protocol
#ETH-PORT?␠portType ␍
Response
~nn@ ETH-PORT␠ portType, ETHPort␍␊
Parameters
portType - TCP/UDP
ETHPort - TCP/UDP port number
Response Triggers
Notes
Command - FACTORY
Command Type - System-mandatory
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set:
FACTORY
End User
Public
Get: - -
-
Description
Syntax
Set:
Reset device to factory default
configuration
#FACTORY␍
Get: - -
Response
~nn @FACTORY␠ OK␍␊
Parameters
Response Triggers
Notes
This command deletes all user data from the device. The deletion can take some time.
Your device may require powering off and powering on for the changes to take effect.
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Command - FPGA-VER?
Command Type - System
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set: - - - Get:
FPGA-VER?
End User
Public
Description
Syntax
Set: - -
Get:
Get current FPGA version
#FPGA-VER?␠id␍
Response
~nn@FPGA-VER␠ id, expected_ver, actual_ver␍␊
Parameters
id - FPGA id
expected_ver - expected FPGA version for current firmware
actual_ver - actual FPGA version
Response Triggers
Notes
Command - FS-FREE?
Command Type - File System
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set: - -
-
Get:
FS-FREE?
Administrator
Public
Description
Syntax
Set: - -
Get:
Get file system free space
#FS-FREE?␍
Response
~nn@FS_FREE␠ free_size␍␊
Parameters
free_size - free size in device file system in bytes
Response Triggers
Notes
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Command - GEDID
Command Type - System
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set:
GEDID
Administrator
Public
Get:
GEDID?
End User
Public
Description
Syntax
Set:
Set EDID data from device
#GEDID␠ stage, stage_id ␍
Get:
Get EDID support on certain input/output
#GEDID?␠ stage, stage_id ␍
Response
Set:
Multi-line response:
~nn@GEDID␠ stage,stage_id,size␍␊
EDID_data␍␊
~nn@GEDID␠ stage,stage_id␠OK␍␊
Get:
~nn@GEDID␠ stage,stage_id,size␍␊
Parameters
stage - input/output
stage_id - number of chosen stage (1.. max number of inputs/outputs)
size - EDID data size. For Set, size of data to be sent from device, for Get, 0 means no EDID support
Response Triggers
Response is sent to the com port from which the Set (before execution) / Get command was received
Notes
For Get, size=0 means EDID is not supported
For old devices that do not support this command, ~nn@ ERR 002␍␊ is received
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Command - GET
Command Type - File System
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set: - -
-
Get:
GET
Administrator
Public
Description
Syntax
Set: - -
Get:
Get file
#GET␠ file_name␍
Response
Multi-line:
~nn@GET␠ file_name, file_size␠ READY ␍␊
contents
~nn@GET␠ file_name␠ OK ␍␊
Parameters
file_name - name of file to get contents
contents - byte stream of file contents
file_size - size of file (device sends it in response to give user a chance to get ready)
Response Triggers
Notes
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Command - HDCP-MOD
Command Type - System
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set:
HDCP-MOD
Administrator
Public
Get:
HDCP-MOD?
End User
Public
Description
Syntax
Set:
Set HDCP mode
#HDCP-MOD␠ inp_id,mode␍
Get:
Get HDCP mode
#HDCP-MOD?␠ stage_id␍
Response
Set / Get: ~ nn @HDCP-MOD␠ stage_id,mode␍␊
Parameters
inp_id - input number (1.. max number of inputs)
mode - HDCP mode
Response Triggers
Response is sent to the com port from which the Set (before execution) / Get command was received
Response is sent to all com ports after execution if HDCP-MOD was set by any other external control
device (button press, device menu and similar) or HDCP mode changed
Notes
Set HDCP working mode on the device input:
HDCP supported - HDCP_ON [default]
HDCP not supported - HDCP OFF
HDCP support changes following detected sink - MIRROR OUTPUT
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Command - HDCP-STAT
Command Type - System
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set: - - - Get:
HDCP-STAT?
End User
Public
Description
Syntax
Set:
None
-
Get:
Get HDCP signal status
#HDCP-STAT?␠ stage,stage_id␍
Response
Set / Get: ~ nn@HDCP-STAT␠ stage,stage_id,mode␍␊
Parameters
stage – input/output
stage_id - number of chosen stage (1.. max number of inputs/outputs)
actual_status - signal encryption status - valid values ON/OFF
Response Triggers
Response is sent to the com port from which the Set (before execution) / Get command was received
Response is sent to all com ports after execution if HDCP-STAT was set by any other external control
device (button press, device menu and similar) or HDCP mode changed
Notes
On output – sink status
On input – signal status
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Command - HELP
Command Type - System-mandatory
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set: - - - Get:
HELP
End User
Public
Description
Syntax
Set: - -
Get:
Get command list or help for specific
command
2 options:
1. #HELP␍
2. #HELP␠ command_name␍
Response
1. Multi-line: ~nn@Device available protocol 3000 commands: ␍␊ command,␠command…␍␊
To get help for command use: HELP (COMMAND_NAME)␍␊
2. Multi-line: ~nn@HELP␠ command: ␍␊description␍␊ USAGE:usage ␍␊
Parameters
Response Triggers
Notes
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Command - LDEDID
Command Type - System
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set:
LDEDID
End User
Public
Get: - -
-
Description
Syntax
Set:
Write EDID data from external
application to device
Multi-step syntax (see following steps)
Get:
None
None
Communication Steps (Command and Response)
Step 1: #LDEDID␠dst_type, dest_bitmask, size, safe_mode␍
Response 1: ~nn@LDEDID␠ dst_type, dest_bitmask, size, safe_mode␠ READY␍␊ or
~nn@LDEDID␠ ERRnn␍␊
Step 2: If ready was received, send EDID_DATA
Response 2: ~nn@LDEDID␠ dst_type, dest_bitmask, size, safe_mode␠OK␍␊ or
~nn@LDEDID␠ ERRnn␍␊
Parameters
dst_type - EDID destination type (usually input)
dest_bitmask - bitmap representing destination IDs. Format: 0x********, where * is ASCII presentation
of hex digit. The binary presentation of this number is a bit mask for destinations. Setting ‘1’ means
EDID data has to be copied to this destination
size - EDID data size
safe_mode - 0 - Device accepts the EDID as is without trying to adjust
1 - Device tries to adjust the EDID
EDID_DATA - data in protocol packets
Response Triggers
Response is sent to the com port from which the Set (before execution)
Notes
When the unit receives the LDEDID command it replies with READY and enters the special EDID
packet wait mode. In this mode the unit can receive only packets and not regular protocol commands.
If the unit does not receive correct packets for 30 seconds or is interrupted for more than 30 seconds
before receiving all packets, it sends timeout error ~nn@LDEDID␠ ERR01␍␊ and returns to the
regular protocol mode. If the unit received data that is not a correct packet, it sends the corresponding
error and returns to the regular protocol mode.
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Command - LOGIN
Command Type - Authentication
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set:
LOGIN
Not Secure
Public
Get:
LOGIN?
Not Secure
Public
Description
Syntax
Set:
Set protocol permission
#LOGIN␠ login_level, password␍
Get:
Get current protocol permission level
#LOGIN?␍
Response
Set: ~nn@LOGIN␠login_level,password␠ OK␍␊
or
~nn@LOGIN␠ERR␠ 004␍␊ (if bad password entered)
Get: ~nn@LOGIN␠ login_level␍␊
Parameters
login_level - level of permissions required (End User or Admin)
password - predefined password (by PASS command). Default password is an empty string
Response Triggers
Notes
For devices that support security, LOGIN allows to the user to run commands with an End User or
Administrator permission level
In each device, some connections can be logged in to different levels and some do not work with security at
all
Connection may logout after timeout
The permission system works only if security is enabled with the “SECUR” command
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Command - LOGOUT
Command Type - Authentication
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set:
LOGOUT
Not Secure
Public
Get: - -
-
Description
Syntax
Set:
Cancel current permission level
#LOGOUT␍
Get: - -
Response
~nn@LOGOUT␠ OK␍␊
Parameters
Response Triggers
Notes
Logs out from End User or Administrator permission levels to Not Secure
Command - MODEL?
Command Type - System-mandatory
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set: - -
-
Get:
MODEL?
End User
Public
Description
Syntax
Set: - -
Get:
Get device model
#MODEL?␍
Response
~nn@MODEL␠ model_name␍␊
Parameters
model_name - String of up to 19 printable ASCII chars
Response Triggers
Notes
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Command - MUTE
Command Type - Audio
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set:
MUTE
End User
Public
Get:
MUTE?
End User
Public
Description
Syntax
Set:
Set audio mute
#MUTE␠ channel,mute_mode␍
Get:
Get audio mute
#MUTE?␠ channel␍
Response
~nn@MUTE␠ channel, mute_mode␍␊
Parameters
channel - output number
mute_mode - 0 or OFF / 1 or ON
Response Triggers
Notes
Command - NAME
Command Type - System (Ethernet)
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set:
NAME
Administrator
Public
Get:
NAME?
End User
Public
Description
Syntax
Set:
Set machine (DNS) name
#NAME␠ machine_name␍
Get:
Get machine (DNS) name
#NAME?␍
Response
Set: ~nn@NAME␠machine_name␍␊
Get: ~nn@NAME?␠ machine_name␍␊
Parameters
machine_name - String of up to 14 alpha-numeric chars (can include hyphen, not at the beginning or end)
Response Triggers
Notes
The machine name is not the same as the model name. The machine name is used to identify a specific
machine or a network in use (with DNS feature on)
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Command - NAME-RST
Command Type - System (Ethernet)
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set:
NAME-RST
Administrator
Public
Get: - -
-
Description
Syntax
Set:
Reset machine (DNS) name to
factory default
#NAME-RST␍
Get: - -
Response
~nn@NAME-RST␠ OK␍␊
Parameters
Response Triggers
Notes
Factory default of machine (DNS) name is “KRAMER_” + 4 last digits of device serial number
Command - NET-DHCP
Command Type - Communication
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set:
NET-DHCP
Administrator
Public
Get:
NET-DHCP?
End User
Public
Description
Syntax
Set:
Set DHCP mode
#NET-DHCP␠ mode␍
Get:
Get DHCP mode
#NET-DHCP?␍
Response
~nn@ NET-DHCP␠ mode␍␊
Parameters
mode - 0 - Do not use DHCP. Use the IP set by the factory or using the IP set command
1 - Try to use DHCP. If unavailable, use IP as above
Response Triggers
Notes
Connecting Ethernet to devices with DHCP may take more time in some networks
To connect with a randomly assigned IP by DHCP, specify the device DNS name (if available) using the
command “NAME”. You can also get an assigned IP by direct connection to USB or RS -232 protocol port if
available
For proper settings consult your network administrator
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Command - NET-GATE
Command Type - Communication
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set:
NET-GATE
Administrator
Public
Get:
NET-GATE?
End User
Public
Description
Syntax
Set:
Set gateway IP
#NET-GATE␠ ip_address␍
Get:
Get gateway IP
#NET-GATE?␍
Response
~nn@NET-GATE␠ ip_address␍␊
Parameters
ip_address - format: xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx
Response Triggers
Notes
A network gateway connects the device via another network and maybe over the Internet. Be careful of
security problems. For proper settings consult your network administrator
Command - NET-IP
Command Type - Communication
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set:
NET-IP
Administrator
Public
Get:
NET-IP?
End User
Public
Description
Syntax
Set:
Set IP address
#NET-IP␠ ip_address␍
Get:
Get IP address
#NET-IP?␍
Response
~nn@ NET-IP␠ ip_address␍␊
Parameters
ip_address - format: xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx
Response Triggers
Notes
For proper settings consult your network administrator
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Command - NET-MAC?
Command Type - Communication
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set: - - - Get:
NET-MAC?
End User
Public
Description
Syntax
Set: - -
Get:
Get MAC address
#NET-MAC?␍
Response
~nn@NET-MAC␠ mac_address␍␊
Parameters
mac_address - Unique MAC address. Format: XX-XX-XX-XX-XX-XX where X is hex digit
Response Triggers
Notes
Command - NET-MASK
Command Type - Communication
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set:
NET-MASK
Administrator
Public
Get:
NET-MASK?
End User
Public
Description
Syntax
Set:
Set subnet mask
#NET-MASK␠net_mask␍
Get:
Get subnet mask
#NET-MASK?␍
Response
~nn@NET-MASK␠ net_mask␍␊
Parameters
net_mask - format: xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx
Response Triggers
The subnet mask limits the Ethernet connection within the local network
For proper settings consult your network administrator
Notes
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Command - PASS
Command Type - Authentication
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set:
PASS
Administrator
Public
Get:
PASS?
Administrator
Public
Description
Syntax
Set:
Set password for login level
#PASS␠ login_level, password␍
Get:
Get password for login level
#PASS?␠ login_level␍
Response
~nn@PASS␠ login_level, password␠ OK ␍␊
Parameters
login_level - level of login to set (End User or Administrator).
password - password for the login_level. Up to 15 printable ASCII chars
Response Triggers
Notes
The default password is an empty string
Command - PROT-VER?
Command Type - System-mandatory
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set: - - - Get:
PROT-VER?
End User
Public
Description
Syntax
Set: - -
Get:
Get device protocol version
#PROT-VER?␍
Response
~nn@PROT-VER␠ 3000:version␍␊
Parameters
Version - XX.XX where X is a decimal digit
Response Triggers
Notes
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Command - RESET
Command Type - System-mandatory
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set:
RESET
Administrator
Public
Get: - -
-
Description
Syntax
Set:
Reset device
#RESET␍
Get: - -
Response
~nn@RESET␠ OK␍␊
Parameters
Response Triggers
Notes
To avoid locking the port due to a USB bug in Windows, disconnect USB connections immediately after
running this command. If the port was locked, disconnect and reconnect the cable to reopen the port.
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Command - ROUTE
Command Type - Routing
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set:
ROUTE
End User
Public
Get:
ROUTE?
End User
Public
Description
Syntax
Set:
Set layer routing
#ROUTE␠ layer, dest, src␍
Get:
Get layer routing
#ROUTE?␠ layer, dest␍
Response
~ nn@ ROUTE␠ layer, dest, src ␍␊
Parameters
layer - see Section 12.2.6
dest - * - ALL
x - disconnect, otherwise destination id
src - source id
Response Triggers
Notes
This command replaces all other routing commands
The GET command identifies input switching on Step-in clients
The SET command is for remote input switching on Step-in clients (essentially via by the Web)
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Command - SECUR
Command Type - Authentication
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set:
SECUR
Administrator
Public
Get:
SECUR?
Not Secure
Public
Description
Syntax
Set:
Start/stop security
#SECUR␠ security_mode␍
Get:
Get current security state
#SECUR?␍
Response
Set: ~nn@SECUR␠security_mode␠OK ␍␊
Get: ~nn@SECUR␠ security_mode ␍␊
Parameters
security_mode – 1/ON - enables security, 0/OFF - disables security
Response Triggers
Notes
The permission system works only if security is enabled with the “SECUR” command
Command - SIGNAL
Command Type - System
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set: - -
-
Get
SIGNAL?
End User
Public
Description
Syntax
Set: - -
Get:
Get input signal lock status
#SIGNAL?␠ inp_id␍
Response
~ nn@SIGNAL␠ inp_id,status ␍␊
Parameters
inp_id - input number
status - lock status according to signal validation
Response Triggers
After execution, a response is sent to the com port from which the Get was received
Response is sent after every change in input signal status ON to OFF, or OFF to ON
Notes
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Command - SN?
Command Type - System-mandatory
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set: - - - Get:
SN?
End User
Public
Description
Syntax
Set: - -
Get:
Get device serial number
#SN?␍
Response
~nn@SN␠serial_number␍␊
Parameters
serial_number - 11 decimal digits, factory assigned
Response Triggers
Notes
For new products with 14 digit serial numbers, use only the last 11 digits
Command - VERSION?
Command Type - System-mandatory
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set: - -
-
Get:
VERSION?
End User
Public
Description
Syntax
Set: - -
Get:
Get firmware version number
#VERSION?␍
Response
~nn@VERSION␠ firmware_version␍␊
Parameters
firmware_version - XX.XX.XXXX where the digit groups are: major.minor.build version
Response Triggers
Notes
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Number
Value
0
Off
1
On
Number
Value
0
No signal
1
DVI 2 HDMI 3 DisplayPort
4
HDBaseT
5
SDI 6 VGA 7 Follow output
8
DGKat
Number
Value
0
Video signal lost
1
New video signal detected
2
Audio signal lost
3
Audio signal detected
4
Disable 5V on video output if no input signal detected
5
Video cable unplugged
6
Audio cable unplugged
Number
Value
0
Input
1
Output
2
Default EDID
12.2.1 On/Off
12.2.2 Signal Type
12.2.3 Video/Audio Signal Changes
12.2.4 EDID Source
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Number
Value
0
LPCM 2CH
1
LPCM 6CH
2
LPCM 8CH
3
Bitstream
4
HD
Number
Value
1
Video
2
Audio 3 Data 4 IR
5
USB
Number
Value
0
Signal or sink is not valid
1
Signal or sink is valid
2
Sink and EDID is valid
Number
Value
0
TCP
1
UDP
Number
Value
0
HDCP Off
1
HDCP On
2
Follow input
3
Mirror output (“MAC mode”)
12.2.5 EDID Audio Capabilities
12.2.6 Layer Enumeration
12.2.7 Signal Validation
12.2.8 Ethernet Port Types
12.2.9 HDCP Types
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