Kramer VM-214DT User Manual

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USER MANUAL

MODEL:

VM-214DT HDMI/HDBT Switcher/DA

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VM-214DT – Contents

Contents

Introduction 1

Getting Started 1 Overview 2

Defining the VM-214DT HDMI/HDBT Switcher/DA 3 Installing in a Rack 5 Connecting the VM-214DT 6

Connecting to the VM-214DT via RS-232 7 Wiring the RJ-45 Connectors 7

Operating the VM-214DT 8

Acquiring the EDID 8 RS-232 Control and Pass-Through Using the VM-214DT 8

Operating the VM-214DT Remotely Using the Web Pages 11

Browsing the VM-214DT Web Pages 11 The Switching Page 14 The Video and Audio Settings Page 15 The Output Settings Page 16 The EDID Management Page 17 The Data Switching Page 19 The Authentication Page 21 The Device Settings Page 22 The Firmware Upgrade Page 25 The About Us Page 26

Configuring the VM-214DT 27

Setting the DIP-switch 27 Performing a Factory Reset 27

Technical Specifications 28

Default IP Parameters 28 Default Logon Credentials 29 Supported PC Web Browsers 29

Default EDID 30 Protocol 3000 32

Kramer Protocol 3000 Syntax 32 Kramer Protocol 3000 Commands 35

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VM-214DT – Introduction

Introduction

Welcome to Kramer Electronics! Since 1981, Kramer Electronics has been providing a world of unique, creative, and affordable solutions to the vast range of problems that confront the video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting professional on a daily basis. In recent years, we have redesigned and upgraded most of our line, making the best even better!

Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VM-214DT HDMI/HDBT Switcher/DA. This product, which incorporates HDMI™ technology, is ideal for:

• Presentation and multimedia applications

• Rental and staging

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-214DT to check for up-to-date user manuals, application programs, and to check if firmware upgrades are available (where appropriate).

Achieving the Best Performance

• Use only good quality connection cables (we recommend Kramer high-performance, high-resolution cables) to avoid interference, deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise levels (often associated with low quality cables).

• Do not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils.

• Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence

signal quality.

• Position your Kramer VM-214DT away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust.

This equipment is to be used only inside a building. It may only be connected to other equipment that is installed inside a building.

Safety Instructions

Caution: There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit. Warning: Use only the power cord that is supplied with the unit. Warning: Do not open the unit. High voltages can cause electrical shock! Servicing by

qualified personnel only.

Warning: Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall before installing.

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VM-214DT – Introduction

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.

Overview

The VM-214DT 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 four HDBT outputs.

In particular, the VM-214DT 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

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.

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.

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VM-214DT – Defining the VM-214DT HDMI/HDBT Switcher/DA

Defining the VM-214DT HDMI/HDBT Switcher/DA

Figure 1: VM-214DT HDMI/HDBT Switcher/DA Front Panel

Feature

Function

IR LED

Lights yellow when receiving signals from the IR remote sensor

IR Remote Control Sensor

Sensor for an IR transmitter. IR data is routed according to the IR routing configuration, (see The Data Switching Page on page 19)

POWER LED

Lights green when the unit receives power

VOLUME

Buttons

▼ Down button

Press to decrease the audio volume

▲ Up button

Press to increase the audio volume

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)

1 HDMI LED

Lights green when HDMI 1 Input is selected

2 HDBT LED

Lights green when HDBT 2 Input is selected

EDID Buttons

READ Button

Press to read the selected EDID to both inputs, (see Acquiring the EDID on page 8)

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

Acquiring the EDID on page 8)

OUTPUT LEDs 1 to 5

In normal operation mode: lights green when an acceptor is connected to the output. In EDID mode: Indicates the EDID which is currently stored. The relevant LED lights during EDID setup and remains lit after completing the EDID setup, (see Acquiring the EDID on page 8).

EDID TYPE

LEDs

DEFAULT

Lights green when the default EDID is selected, (see Acquiring the EDID on page 8)

EXT.

Lights green when an external EDID is selected

OUTPUT

Lights green when one of the output EDIDs is selected

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VM-214DT – Defining the VM-214DT HDMI/HDBT Switcher/DA

Figure 2: VM-214DT HDMI/HDBT Switcher/DA Rear Panel

Feature

Function

INPUT 1 HDMI Local Input

Connect to the HDMI source

INPUT 2 HDBT Remote Input

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

OUTPUT 1 HDMI Local Output

Connect to the HDMI acceptor 4

OUTPUT HDBT Connectors

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

5 3 Connect to the second HDBT acceptor

6 4 Connect to the third HDBT acceptor, (for example, the TP-580RXR)

7 5 Connect to the fourth HDBT acceptor

AUDIO OUT 3.5mm Mini Jack

Connect to the analog audio acceptor

REMOTE IR 3.5mm Mini Jack

For future use 10

IR 3.5mm Mini Jack

Connect to the remote IR sensor/emitter

RS-232 DATA 3-pin Terminal Block

Connect to the device to be controlled via RS-232

RS-232 CONTROL 3-pin Terminal Block

Connect to the serial controller to control the VM-214DT

REMOTE 3-pin Terminal Block

For future use

SETUP 4-way DIP-switch

Used to set the device behavior, (see Setting the DIP-switch on page 27)

ETHERNET RJ-45 Connector

Connect to a remote network controller via a LAN

RESET Switch

Press and hold while powering on the device to reset to factory default parameters, (see Performing a Factory Reset on page 27)

PROG Mini USB Connector

Connect to a PC to perform firmware upgrades

Mains Power Connector, Fuse, and Switch

Connect to the mains supply

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VM-214DT – Installing in a Rack

Installing in a Rack

This section provides instructions for rack mounting VM-214DT. Before installing in a rack, verify that the environment is within the recommended range:

• Operation 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.

When installing on a 19" rack, avoid hazards by taking care that:

• It is located within recommended environmental conditions. Operating ambient temperature of a closed or multi-unit rack assembly may exceed ambient room temperature.

• Once rack mounted, there is enough air flow around VM-214DT.

• VM-214DT is placed upright in the correct horizontal position.

• You do not overload the circuit(s). When connecting VM-214DT to the supply

circuit, overloading the circuits may have a detrimental effect on overcurrent protection and supply wiring. Refer to the appropriate nameplate ratings for information. For example, for fuse replacement, see the value printed on the product label.

• VM-214DT is earthed (grounded) and connected only to an electricity socket with grounding. Pay particular attention when electricity is supplied indirectly (for example, when the power cord is not plugged directly into the wall socket but to an extension cable or power strip). Use only the supplied power cord.

To rack mount the machine, attach both ear brackets (by removing the screws from each side of the machine and replacing those screws through the `ear brackets) or place the machine on a table.

To rack-mount VM-214DT:

Mount the unit in a rack using the recommended rack adapter (see www.kramerav.com/product/VM-214DT)

Some models, may feature built-in rack ears:

• Detachable rack ears can be removed for desktop use.

• Always mount VM-214DT in the rack before connecting any cables or power.

• Fasten a bracket (included) on each side of the unit and attach it to a flat surface.

For more information go to www.kramerav.com/downloads/VM-214DT.

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VM-214DT – Connecting the VM-214DT

Connecting the VM-214DT

Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your VM-214DT. After connecting your VM-214DT, connect its power and then switch on the power to each device.

Figure 3: Connecting the VM-214DT HDMI/HDBT Switcher/DA

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VM-214DT – Connecting the VM-214DT

To connect the VM-214DT, 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.

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 four Output HDBT connectors to up to four 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

Connecting to the VM-214DT via RS-232 on page 7).

9. Connect the VM-214DT to the mains electricity using the mains cord provided.

Connecting to the VM-214DT via RS-232

You can connect to the VM-214DT via an RS-232 connection using, for example, a PC. To connect to the VM-214DT via RS-232:

• Connect the 3-pin terminal block serial port on the VM-214DT 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)

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

Wire Color

Orange / White

Orange

Green / White

Blue

Blue / White

Green

Brown / White

Brown

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VM-214DT – Operating the VM-214DT

Operating the VM-214DT

Acquiring the EDID

Each input on the VM-214DT has a factory default EDID loaded (see Default EDID on page 30). This lets you connect the power before having to connect one of the acceptors. The VM-214DT 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.

RS-232 Control and Pass-Through Using the VM-214DT

The VM-214DT can be controlled via RS-232. As shown in Figure 5, you can connect a PC (or other serial controller) directly to the VM-214DT to control the VM-214DT.

The VM-214DT 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-232-controllable device (for example, a projection screen) connected to the TP-580Rxr.

Figure 5: VM-214DT RS-232 Control and Pass-Through

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VM-214DT – Operating the VM-214DT

Local IR Pass-Through and IR Pass-Through Using the VM-214DT

The VM-214DT provides an IR sensor and a 3.5mm mini jack for connecting a remote IR emitter or sensor. When the VM-214DT is connected to suitable transmitters and receivers (for example, the TP-580Txr and TP-580Rxr), the VM-214DT can act as a pass-through for IR control signals, allowing remote control of multiple devices using multiple IR remote controllers.

IR Pass-Through Example 1

Figure 6: VM-214DT 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-214DT via TP cabling

Point the appropriate remote control for the device at the VM-214DT IR sensor to control a device.

IR Pass-Through Example 2

Figure 7: VM-214DT 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-214DT via TP cabling

Point the LCD display remote control either at the TP-580Txr IR sensor or at the VM-214DT IR sensor to control the LCD display.

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IR Pass-Through Example 3

Figure 8: VM-214DT 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-214DT 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-214DT 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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VM-214DT – Operating the VM-214DT Remotely Using the Web Pages

Operating the VM-214DT Remotely Using the Web Pages

The VM-214DT 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 Default IP Parameters on page 28)

• Ensure that JavaScript is enabled

Browsing the VM-214DT 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-214DT Web pages:

1. Open your Internet browser.

2. Type the IP number of the device (see Default IP Parameters on page 28) 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 Default Logon Credentials on page 29.

Figure 9: Entering Logon Credentials

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VM-214DT – Operating the VM-214DT Remotely Using the Web Pages

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

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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VM-214DT – Operating the VM-214DT Remotely Using the Web Pages

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

Item

Description

Page Selection Panel

Click one of the buttons to select a page

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

Mute Button

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

Analog Output Volume Control

Use the slider to control the audio volume 6

Security Indicator

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

Full Screen Button

Click to maximize the page

There are nine Web pages described in the following sections:

• Switching (see The Switching Page on page 14)

• Video and Audio Settings (see The Video and Audio Settings Page on page 15)

• Output Settings (see The Output Settings Page on page 16)

• EDID Management (see The EDID Management Page on page 17)

• Data Switching (see The Data Switching Page on page 19)

• Authentication (see The Authentication Page on page 21)

• Device Settings (see The Device Settings Page on page 22)

• Firmware Upgrade (see The Firmware Upgrade Page on page 25)

• About (see The About Us Page on page 26)

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VM-214DT – Operating the VM-214DT Remotely Using the Web Pages

The Switching Page

The Switching page lets you select a video input manually and adjust the audio volume.

Figure 12: The Switching Page

Item

Description

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

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

Analog Output Volume Slider

Slide up to increase the analog output volume or down to decrease the volume

Audio Output Level

Indicates the current audio output level in dB

Mute Button

Click to mute or unmute the output audio

The input selection buttons function as described below.

Figure 13: Input Button

Description

Input number

Customizable input button label. See description below

Button background color. When the input is selected the background changes from gray to blue

Label edit button

Live signal indicator. Lights when the input has a live signal on the input

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VM-214DT – Operating the VM-214DT Remotely Using the Web Pages

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.

Description

Label text entry box

Save button. Click button to save changes after entering the required label text

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

Item

Description

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

HDCP Mode input 1 Buttons

For Input 1: Enable—HDCP support is dictated by the display Disabled—HDCP encrypted content is not passed

HDCP Mode input 2 Button

For input 2: Enable—HDCP support is dictated by the display Disabled—HDCP encrypted content is not passed

Audio de-embedding Indicator

Click enable to de-embed the digital audio

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

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The Output Settings Page

The Output Settings page allows you to custom label the output buttons individually.

Figure 16: The Output Settings Page

Item

Description

Output Label

Enter the name required for each output

Save Button

Click to save the current label

Note: Performing a factory reset returns the labels to their default values.

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