Kramer VS-161H operation manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.

USER MANUAL

MODEL:

16x1

P/N: 2900-000665 Rev 6

-161H

HDMI Switcher

Contents

1 Introduction 1 2 Getting Started 2

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2

3 Overview 3

3.1 About HDMI—General Description 3

3.2 About HDCP—General Description 4

3.3 Defining the VS-161H 16x1 HDMI Switcher 5

4 Installing in a Rack 7 5 Connecting the VS-161H 16x1 HDMI Switcher 8

5.1 Connecting to the VS-161H Using the RS-232 Connection 9

5.2 Connecting to the VS-161H Using Ethernet 10

6 Operating the VS-161H 16x1 HDMI Switcher 14

6.1 The PC and DVD Modes 14

6.2 Acquiring the EDID 15

6.3 Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel 16

6.4 Resetting the Device to Factory Default Values 16

6.5 Upgrading the Firmware 16

7 Technical Specifications 17 8 Default Communication Parameters 18 9 Kramer Protocol 2000 19

Figures

Figure 1: VS-161H 16x1 HDMI Switcher Front and Rear Panels 5 Figure 2: Connecting the VS-161H 16x1 HDMI Switcher 8 Figure 3: Crossed Cable RS-232 Connection 10 Figure 4: Straight Cable RS-232 Connection with a Null Modem Adapter 10 Figure 5: Local Area Connection Properties Window 12 Figure 6: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window 13

VS-161H - Contents

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 11 groups that are clearly defined by function: GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Routers; GROUP 3: Control Systems; GROUP 4: Format/Standards Converters; GROUP 5: Range Extenders and Repeaters; GROUP 6: Specialty AV Products; GROUP 7: Scan Converters and Scalers; GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors; GROUP 9: Room Connectivity; GROUP 10: Accessories and Rack Adapters and GROUP 11: Sierra Video Products.

Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VS-161H 16x1 HDMI Switcher. Th is product is ideal for:

• Conference room presentations

• Rental and staging

Note: The Kramer VS-161H is identical to the VS-161HDMI, just the name has changed by replacing the suffix “HDMI” by “H” (according to the HDMI Guideline).

VS-161H - Introduction

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

Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables Use only the power cord that is supplied with this device

Go to www.kramerav.com 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 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 VS-161H away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust

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3 Overview

The Kramer VS-161H is a high quality switcher for HDMI signals. It equalizes the signal and switches one of the 16 inputs to a single HDMI output.

In particular, the VS-161H features:

• Support for up to 1.65Gbps bandwidth per graphic channel

Suitable for resolutions up to UXGA at 60Hz, and for all HD resolutions

• HDCP support (High Definition Digital Content Protection)

• HDMI support (HDMI V1.3 with Lip Sync and CEC)

• EDID PassThru that passes EDID/HDCP signals from source to display

• A Mute button to disconnect the output

• A Panel Lock button to prevent unwanted tampering with the buttons on the

front panel

• Installation in 1U of a standard 19” professional rack enclosure

You can control the VS-161H using the front panel butt ons, or remotely via:

• RS-232/RS-485 serial commands transmitted by a PC, touch screen system

or other serial controller

• The Kramer RC-IR3 infrared remote control transmitter

• A PC connected to the Ethernet port on the device via a LAN

3.1 About HDMI—General Description

High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is an uncompressed all-digital audio/video interface, widely supported in the entertainment and home cinema industry. HDMI ensures an all-digital rendering of video without the losses associated with analog interfaces and their unnecessary digital-to-analog conversions. It delivers the maximum high-definition image and sound quality in use today. Note that Kramer Electronics Limited is an HDMI Adopter and an HDCP Licensee.

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI licensing LLC.

VS-161H - Overview

In particular, HDMI:

• Provides a simple interface between any audio/video source, such as a set-

top box, DVD player, or A/V receiver and video monitor, such as a digital flat LCD / plasma television (DTV), over a single lengthy cable

SIMPLICITY - With video and multi-channel audio combined into a single cable, the cost, complexity, and confusion of multiple cables currently used in A/V systems is reduced LENGTHY CABLE - HDMI technolog y has be en desi gned to use standard copper ca ble construction at up to 15m

• Supports standard, enhanced, high-definition video, and multi-channel digi t al

audio on a single cable

MULTI-CHANNEL DIGITAL AUDIO - H D MI sup po rts multiple audio formats, from standard stereo to multi-channel surround-sound. HDMI has the capacity to support Dolby 5.1 audio and high-resolution audio formats

• Transmits all ATSC HDTV standards and supports 8-channel digital audio,

with bandwidth to spare to accommodate future enhancements and requirements

• Benefits consumers by providing superior, uncompressed digital video

quality via a single cable, and user-friendly connector

HDMI provides the qualit y and functionality of a digital interfac e whi le als o sup por ti ng uncompressed video formats in a simple, cost-effective manner

• Is backward-compatible with DVI (Digital Visual Interface)

• Supports CEC, two-way communication between the video source (such as

a DVD player) and the digital television, enabling new functionality such as automatic configuration and one-button play

• Has the capacity to support existing high-definition video formats (720p,

1080i, and 1080p @60Hz), standard definition formats such as NTSC or PAL, as well as 480p and 576p

3.2 About HDCP—General Description

The High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) standard developed by Intel protects digital video and audio signals transmitted over DVI or HDMI connections between two HDCP-enabled devices to eliminate the reproduction of copyrighted material. To protect copyright holders (such as movie studios) from having their programs copied and shared, the HDCP standard provides for the secure and encrypted transmission of digital signals.

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3.3 Defining the VS-161H 16x1 HDMI Switcher

Figure 1 defines the front and rear panels of the VS-161H.

Figure 1: VS-161H 16x1 HDMI Switcher Front and Rear Panels

Feature

Function

IR Receiver

The red LED lights when receiving signals from the Infrared remote control t ran smitter

POWER Switch

Illuminated switch for turning the unit on or off

MUTE Button

Press to toggle disconnect i ng the out p u t

INPUT SELECT OR Buttons

Press the INPUT button to select input (from 1 to 16)

PANEL LOCK Button

Press to toggle disengaging the front panel buttons, to acquire the EDID and to set to the PC/DVD mode

INPUT HDMI Connectors

Connect to the HDMI sources (from 1 to 16)

OUTPUT HDMI Connector

Connect to the HDMI acceptor

RS-232 DB-9 (F) Port

Connect to a PC/ser ial contro l ler (s ee Section 5.1)

ETHERNET Connector

Connect to a PC v ia a L AN ( see Section 5.2)

RESET Button

Press while turning on the device to reset the device to factory default va lues (see Section 6.4 and Section 8)

Power Connector with Fus e

Plug in the power cord and sw itch the device o n a nd o ff

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