Kramer VS-162AV, VS-162AVRCA User Manual

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.

USER MANUAL

Models:

VS-162AV, 16x16 Audio-Video Matrix Switcher

VS-162AVRCA, 16x16 Audio-Video Matrix Switcher

Contents

1 Introduction 1 2 Getting Started 1 3 Overview 2 4 Summary of how to Operate a Single Machine 3 5 Your Audio-Video Matrix Switcher 4 6 Installing the Audio-Video Matrix Switcher 8

6.1 Configuring a Stand Alone Switcher 8

6.1.1 Connecting a Balanced Stereo Audio Input / Output (VS-162AV) 9

6.1.2 Connecting an Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input / Output (VS-162AV) 9

6.2 Assembling a System of Interconnected Switchers 10

6.3 Dipswitch Settings 11

6.3.1 Setting the MACHINE # 11

6.3.2 Understanding the SYSTEM Mode 12

6.3.3 Understanding the SLAVE Mode 13

6.4 Connecting a Control Interface 13

6.4.1 Connecting the RS-232 Control Interface 14

6.4.1.1 Connecting 2 Units using a Null-modem Adapter 15

6.4.1.2 Connecting 2 Units without using a Null-modem Adapter 15

6.4.1.3 PC DB9 COM Port Connection to a Unit with a Null-modem Adapter 15

6.4.1.4 PC DB9 COM Port Connection to a Unit with no Null-modem Adapter 15

6.4.1.5 PC DB25 COM Port Connection to a Unit 16

6.4.2 Connecting the RS-485 Control Interface 16

6.5 Configuring the Sync 18

6.6 Connecting the KEYBOARD EXTENSION 19

7 Operating Your Audio-Video Matrix Switcher 20

7.1 Startup Display 20

7.2 Using the Front Panel Buttons 20

7.2.1 Choosing the Audio-Follow-Video or Breakaway Mode 21

7.2.1.1 Setting the Breakaway Mode 21

7.2.1.2 Setting the Audio-Follow-Video Mode 21

7.2.2 Confirming Settings 22

7.2.2.1 Toggling between the AT ONCE and CONFIRM Modes 22

7.2.3 Switching 23

7.2.3.1 Switching one Input to one Output 23

7.2.3.2 Switching several Inputs to several Outputs 24

7.2.3.3 Switching one Input to all Outputs 25

7.2.4 Clearing 26

7.2.4.1 Clearing an Output 26

7.2.4.2 Clearing several Outputs 27

7.2.4.3 Clearing all Outputs 28

7.2.5 Storing and Recalling Setups 29

7.2.5.1 Storing Setups 29

7.2.5.2 Recalling Setups 30

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8 MENU Commands Sequence 31

8.1 Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel 32

8.2 Choosing the Follow-System or Breakaway-From-System Mode 33

8.3 Choosing the SWITCHING METHOD Setting 35

8.3.1 Understanding the SWITCHING METHOD Settings 35

8.3.2 Configuring a SWITCHING METHOD 36

8.4 Choosing the extended Keyboard Setting 37

8.5 Setting the STORE/RECALL KEYBOARD Mode 37

8.6 Choosing what to INDICATE 38

8.7 Choosing the COMMUNICATION Setting 39

8.8 Setting the IR REMOTE Control 40

8.9 Choosing the AUTO STORE Current SETUP 41

8.10 Identifying the MACHINE 41

8.11 Choosing the initial RESET 42

9 Flash Memory Upgrade 43

9.1 Connecting the PC to the RS-232 Port 43

9.2 Upgrading Firmware 43

10 Technical Specifications 46 11 Communication Protocol 46

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Figures

Figure 1: Default Dipswitch Setup on a Single Machine 3 Figure 2: VS-162AV 16x16 Audio-Video Matrix Switcher 5 Figure 3: VS-162AVRCA 16x16 Audio-Video Matrix Switcher

Figure 4: Configuring the VS-162AV as a Stand Alone Switcher

Figure 5: Connecting a Balanced Stereo Audio Input # 1

Figure 6: Connecting an Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input # 1 9 Figure 7: Assembling a System of Interconnected Switchers

Figure 8: Rear Panel Dipswitches

Figure 9: Connecting a PC to 4 Units

Figure 10: Connecting a PC (with a 25-pin connector) without a Null-modem Adapter 16 Figure 11: RS-485 Connector PINOUT

Figure 12: Connecting the RS-485 Connectors

Figure 13: An RS-485 Control Interface Setup

Figure 14: Keyboard Extension (EXT. KEYS) Connector

Figure 15: Default Startup Status Display Sequence 20 Figure 16: Sequence of MENU Commands

Figure 17: Choosing the MTX (SYNC from Matrix) Setting

Figure 18: Choosing what to INDICATE

Figure 19: Machine Identification 42

Tables

Table 1: Quick Reference Operating Guide for a Single Machine 4 Table 2: Front Panel Unit Features

Table 3: Rear Panel Unit Features

Table 4: Dipswitch Definitions

Table 5: Machine # Dipswitch Settings 12 Table 6: Summary of Basic IR-1 Setups

Table 7: Summary of Basic IR-1 Operations

Table 8: Technical Specifications of VS-162AV / VS-162AVRCA

Table 9: Hex Table for the VS-162AV / VS-162AVRCA Audio-Video Matrix Switcher 47

Introduction

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1 Introduction

Welcome to Kramer Electronics (since 1981): a world of unique, creative and affordable solutions to the infinite range of problems that confront the video, audio and presentation professional on a daily basis. In recent years, we have redesigned and upgraded most of our line, making the best even better! Our 350-plus different models now appear in 8 Groups

• Any professional system requiring outstanding value in a 16x16

matrix

, which are clearly defined by function.

Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer: VS-162AV 16x16 Audio-Video

Matrix Switcher, and/or VS-162AVRCA 16x16 Audio-Video Matrix Switcher, which are ideal for the following typical applications:

• Production and duplication facilities

• Rental/staging applications

• Security, CCTV, and home theater systems

The package includes the following items:

• VS-162AV 16x16 Audio-Video Matrix Switcher or VS-162AVRCA

16x16 Audio-Video Matrix

• Power cord

• Windows®-based control software

• Null-modem adapter

• This user manual

• Kramer Infra-Red Remote Control Transmitter (including the

required battery and a separate user manual

)

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

1 GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Routers; GROUP 3: Video, Audio, VGA/XGA Processors;

GROUP 4: Interfaces and Sync Processors; GROUP 5: Twisted Pair Interfaces; GROUP 6: Accessories and Rack Adapters;

GROUP 7: Scan Converters and Scalers; and GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors

2 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from the Internet at: http://www.kramerelectronics.com

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Overview

3 Overview

The VS-162AV is a high performance 16x16 vertical interval matrix switcher for composite video signals on BNC connectors, and balanced stereo audio signals on detachable terminal block connectors. The VS-162AVRCA is a high performance 16x16 vertical interval matrix switcher for composite video signals on BNC connectors, and unbalanced stereo audio signals on RCA connectors.

A main advantage of the VS-162AV / VS-162AVRCA is that it forms part of the series of 16x16 matrix switchers that includes, but is not limited to, VS-1616SDI (a 16x16 digital Video Matrix Switcher), VS-1616AD (a 16x16 digital audio matrix switcher), VS-1616V (a 16x16 analog video matrix switcher), VS-1616A (a 16x16 analog balanced stereo audio matrix switcher), and VS-162V (a 16x16 video matrix switcher).

In particular, the VS-162AV / VS-162AVRCA:

• Has multiple SYNC options that make it appropriate for a wide

range of applications with glitch-free transitions. It produces glitch-free transitions, when sources share a common reference sync

• Offers excellent video performance, which ensures that it remains

transparent in almost any video application

• Video bandwidth extends to well over 90 MHz, making it suitable

for all video applications while audio bandwidth and levels conform to broadcast specifications for audio applications

In addition the VS-162AV / VS-162AVRCA:

• Can be configured into a Kramer multi-signal switcher system

including digital and analog video, digital and analog audio, and RS-422 control switchers

• When integrated in a system, all units switch in true audio-follow-video

mode

• Both audio-follow-video and breakaway modes are available

• Recalls up to 60 configuration setups via the non-volatile memory

and provides for an unlimited quantity of setups when using the Kramer control software on your PC

• Includes a user-friendly LCD display (making operation even easier)

• With its FLASH memory, lets you upgrade to the latest Kramer

firmware version via Internet download

• Comes with a choice of protocol format: hexadecimal or ASCII

Control the VS-162AV / VS-162AVRCA:

1 As it switches during the vertical interval

Summary of how to Operate a Single Machine

3 3

• Using the front panel buttons

• Remotely, by RS-485 or RS-232 serial commands transmitted by a

touch screen system, PC, or other serial controller

• Remotely, from the Kramer RC-IR1 Infra-Red Remote Control

Transmitter

• Via external dry-contact push buttons

Note: From here onward, “unit” refers to the “VS-162AV / VS-162AVRCA”.

On the VS-162AV, the audio signals are balanced stereo signals on

detachable terminal block connectors. On the VS 162AVRCA, the audio

signals are unbalanced stereo signals on RCA connectors.

To achieve the best performance:

• Connect only good quality connection cables, thus avoiding

interference, deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise levels (often associated with low quality cables)

• Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may

adversely influence signal quality and position your unit in a location free from moisture and away from excessive sunlight and dust

4 Summary of how to Operate a Single Machine

By default, the 16x16 Audio-Video Matrix Switcher is setup for use as a single machine. This means that it is:

• A 16x16 composite video switcher and a 16x16 balanced stereo audio

switcher (VS-162AV)/16x16 unbalanced stereo audio switcher (VS-162AVRCA), set to function by default, in the audio-follow-video mode

• Switched during the vertical interval of the external reference

In particular, be sure that the dipswitches are set as Figure 1 illustrates (see section 6.3 for further details):

Figure 1: Default Dipswitch Setup on a Single Machine

1 Previously known as the IR-1 / IR-1-01

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Your Audio-Video Matrix Switcher

To operate a single machine, see Table 1.

Table 1: Quick Reference Operating Guide for a Single Machine

To perform this command: Press:

Set breakaway mode

VIDEO

Set breakaway mode

AUDIO

Set audio-follow-video mode

AFV

Connect an input with an output OUT #; IN #

Clear (disconnect) a specific output OUT #; OFF

Clear (disconnect) all outputs ALL; OFF

Connect all outputs to a specific input ALL; IN #

Store a setup STO; OUT #; TAKE

Recall a setup RCL; OUT #; TAKE

Lock front panel MENU; TAKE

Unlock front panel TAKE; TAKE

Change default setup Press the Menu button several times until

you reach the appropriate Menu setup command and follow the instructions

5 Your Audio-Video Matrix Switcher

Figure 2 illustrates the front and rear panels of the VS-162AV. Figure 3 illustrates the front and rear panels of the VS-162AVRCA. Table 2 and Table 3 define the front and rear panels of the unit.

1 All operations and the LCD MATRIX Display relate to the video channel (independently from audio)

2 All operations and the LCD MATRIX Display relate to the audio channel (independently from video)

3 All operations and the LCD MATRIX Display relate to both the video and the audio channels. Audio channels follow the

video channels

Your Audio-Video Matrix Switcher

STATUSMATRIX

ALL OFF

STO RCL

AFV

OUT

OUTPUT

1122334

556

677

889

91010111112121313141415151616

INPUT

TAKE

14 15

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

+ - G - ++ - G - + + - G - + + - G - + + - G - + + - G - + + - G - + + - G - +

2421

AUDIO

L R10L R9 L R11 L R12 L R13 L R14 L R15 L R16

RS-232 OUT SE TUP

RS-232 INRS-485

+ -

OUT

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

EXT. KEYS

OUT

+ - G - ++ - G - + + - G - + -+ G - + + - G - + + - G - + + - G - + + - G - +

L R2L R1 L R 6 L R7 LR R8L R4 L R5 L3

Figure 2: VS-162AV 16x16 Audio-Video Matrix Switcher

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STATUSMATRIX

ALL OFF

STO RCL

AFV

OUT

OUTPUT

223

344

566

77889

1010111112

141415

INPUT

TAKE

2 3

6 7

Figure 3: VS-162AVRCA 16x16 Audio-Video Matrix Switcher

Your Audio-Video Matrix Switcher

7 7

Table 2: Front Panel Unit Features

# Feature Function

1 IR Receiver The red LED is illuminated when receiving signals from the Kramer Infra-

red remote control transmitter

2 POWER Switch Illuminated switch supplying power to the unit

3 ALL Button Pressing ALL followed by an INPUT button, connects that input to all outputs

4 OFF Button An OFF-OUT combination disconnects that output from the inputs; an OFF-

ALL combination disconnects all the outputs

5 STO Button Stores the current setting in the non-volatile memory

6 RCL Button Recalls a setup from the non-volatile memory

7 VIDEO Button When pressed

actions relate to video independently from audio

AUDIO Button When pressed

actions relate to audio independently from video

AFV Button When pressed actions relate to video and audio channels. Audio channels

follow the video channels, and the AFV button is illuminated

10 LCD MATRIX Display3Displays the selected input(s) switched to the output(s) (above or below the

corresponding OUTPUT label) and user interface messages

11 LCD STATUS Display3 Displays the matrix status (input to output connections)

12 OUT Buttons Select the output to which the input is switched

13 IN Buttons Select the input to switch to the output

14 MENU Button Selects the programming commands to setup the switcher

15 TAKE LED Shows the current TAKE button mode

16 TAKE Button Used to confirm and complete setup and switching

Table 3: Rear Panel Unit Features

# Feature Function

SYNC

IN BNC Connector Connect to the external video sync source

18 LOOP BNC Connector Connect to the SYNC IN connector on the next unit

19 TERM Button

Press to terminate at 75Ω or release for looping (push in to terminate the sync line. Push out when the sync line extends to another unit)

20 EXT. (extension) KEYS

Terminal Block Connectors

Connect to an external keyboard (remote unit)

21 RS-485 Detachable

Terminal Block Port

PINS # 1 and # 2 are for vertical sync and Ground connection, and PINS # 3 and # 4 are for RS 485

22 RS-232 IN DB 9F Port Connect to the PC or the Remote Controller

23 RS-232 OUT DB 9M Port Connect to the RS-232 IN DB9F port of the next unit in the daisy-chain connection

24 SETUP Dipswitches Dipswitches for setup of the unit

OUT Connectors

Connect to the audio acceptors

IN Connectors5 Connect to the audio sources6

27 Power Connector with Fuse AC connector enabling power supply to the unit

28 OUT BNC Connectors Connect to the video acceptors

29 IN BNC Connectors Connect to the video sources

1 The VIDEO button is illuminated when the video breakaway mode is selected

2 The AUDIO button is illuminated when the audio breakaway mode is selected

3 In sections

7.2.5 and 8, the word “Displays” refers to the LCD MATRIX and STATUS Displays

4 If the unit is not the first unit in the line, connects to the RS-232 OUT DB 9F port of the previous unit in the line

5 Terminal blocks on the VS-162AV; RCA connectors on the VS-162AVRCA

6 Balanced on the VS-162AV, unbalanced on the VS-162AVRCA

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Installing the Audio-Video Matrix Switcher

6 Installing the Audio-Video Matrix Switcher

To install the unit, connect the following

• Power cord

to the rear panel, as required:

• Video input and output cables

• Audio input and output cables

• Control Interface cables between switcher units, or PC (or other

controller), as section 6.4 describes

• Set the dipswitches, as section 6.3 describes

• Set the system variables using the MENU function, as section 8

describes

Using the unit and/or other 16x16 matrix switchers in the series

• A stand alone switcher (see section

, you can

assemble the following kinds of systems:

6.1)

• A system of interconnected switchers (see section 6.2)

• A multi-channel switcher (see section 6.3.3)

6.1 Configuring a Stand Alone Switcher

By default, a single VS-162AV unit is configured for:

• Composite video with 16 inputs and 16 outputs on BNC connectors,

and

• Balanced stereo audio

6.1.1

with 16 inputs and 16 outputs on detachable terminal block connectors, as section describes (to configure for unbalanced

6.1.2 stereo audio, see section )

Configure your VS-162AV unit as a stand alone switcher, as Figure 4 illustrates:

1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your unit

2 Including the VS-1616SDI (a 16x16 digital video matrix switcher), the VS-1616AD (a 16x16 digital audio matrix switcher),

the VS-1616V (a 16x16 analog video matrix switcher), the VS-1616A (a 16x16 analog balanced stereo audio matrix

switcher), and the VS-162V (a 16x16 video matrix switcher)

3 The VS-162AVRCA (unlike the VS-162AV) is configured for unbalanced stereo audio with 16 inputs and 16 outputs on

RCA connectors

4 However, for an unbalanced stereo audio input, the output will always be half of the input signal. For example, if the input

is 6dB, the output will be 0dB

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Figure 4: Configuring the VS-162AV as a Stand Alone Switcher

6.1.1 Connecting a Balanced Stereo Audio Input / Output (VS-162AV)

Figure 5 illustrates a balanced stereo audio input # 1:

Figure 5: Connecting a Balanced Stereo Audio Input # 1

6.1.2 Connecting an Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input / Output (VS-162AV)

Figure 6 illustrates an unbalanced stereo audio input # 1:

Figure 6: Connecting an Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input # 1

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6.2 Assembling a System of Interconnected Switchers

A major advantage of the unit is that it belongs to the series of 16x16 matrix switchers and, as such, can interconnect with other switchers in the series. This series includes, but is not limited to, VS-1616SDI (a 16x16 digital Video Matrix Switcher), VS-1616AD (a 16x16 digital audio matrix switcher), VS-1616V (a 16x16 analog video matrix switcher), VS-1616A (a 16x16 analog balanced stereo audio matrix switcher), and VS-162V (a 16x16 video matrix switcher).

The block diagram in Figure 7 illustrates how to assemble an interconnected varied-format 16x16 series switcher that consists of a 16x16 audio-video matrix switcher, a 16x16 digital video matrix switcher, and a 16x16 digital audio matrix switcher. Each switcher has a unique MACHINE #. In Figure 7, the 16x16 audio-video matrix switcher is MACHINE # 1, the 16x16 digital video matrix switcher is MACHINE # 2 and the 16x16 digital audio matrix

switcher is MACHINE #

3. Control of the system is via the MACHINE #’s.

16x16

VS-1616SDI Unit

MACHINE # 2

Digital Video Matrix Switcher

16x16

VS-162AV / VS-162AVRCA Unit

MACHINE # 1

Audio-Video Matrix Switcher

CONTROL

RS-485 or RS-232 Control Interface

16x16

VS-1616AD Unit

MACHINE # 3

Digital Audio Matrix Switcher

Figure 7: Assembling a System of Interconnected Switchers

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Refer to section 6.3 for details of how to set the dipswitches, and to section

6.4 for details of how to control this group of interconnected varied-format 16x16 series switchers, and other configurations.

6.3 Dipswitch Settings

Configure the unit by setting the 8 dipswitches as Figure 8 and Table 4 define:

}

RS-232 NULL-MODEM

MACHINE #

SYSTEM MODE

SLAVE MODE

RS-485 TERMINATION

Figure 8: Rear Panel Dipswitches

Table 4: Dipswitch Definitions

Dipswitch # Function:

1-4 Set the MACHINE # (see Table 5 in section 6.3.1)

5 Enables (ON) or disables (OFF) the Follow-SYSTEM mode

6 Enables (ON) or disables (OFF) the SLAVE mode in a multi-channel configuration

7 Disables use of a null modem adapter

OFF = RS-232 connection via a null modem adapter ON = RS-232 connection without a null modem adapter

with RS-232

8 RS-485 termination for first and last machine = ON (RS-485 line terminates with

110Ω); for others = OFF (RS-485 line is open)

6.3.1 Setting the MACHINE #

To control a unit via RS-232 or RS-485, each unit has to be identified via its unique MACHINE #.

Set the MACHINE #

Table 5 on a unit according to .

A valid MACHINE # is from 1 to 15.

1 See section 6.4.1

2 When using a single unit, set the unit to MACHINE # 1

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Table 5: Machine # Dipswitch Settings

MACHINE # DIPSWITCH

1 2 3 4

1 ON OFF OFF OFF

2 OFF ON OFF OFF

3 ON ON OFF OFF

4 OFF OFF ON OFF

5 ON OFF ON OFF

6 OFF ON ON OFF

7 ON ON ON OFF

8 OFF OFF OFF ON

9 ON OFF OFF ON

10 OFF ON OFF ON

11 ON ON OFF ON

12 OFF OFF ON ON

13 ON OFF ON ON

14 OFF ON ON ON

15 ON ON ON ON

6.3.2 Understanding the SYSTEM Mode

The terms audio-follow-video1 and audio breakaway

• Non-linear editing systems, that sometimes combine video with

analog audio and at other times combine video with digital audio

are well known. Sometimes signals other than audio signals need to switch simultaneously and at other times, need to switch independently. For example:

• Duplication systems, that make Master tapes from programs with

different formats: composite analog, component analog and component digital

DIP 5 defines whether the unit communicates with other switchers via a common control line.

You can set DIP 5 OFF to disable the Follow-SYSTEM mode in Stand alone switcher applications

You must set DIP 5 ON to enable the Follow-SYSTEM mode in an interconnected varied-format switcher application

Refer to section . 8.2 for a description of the MENU’s Follow-SYSTEM and Breakaway-from- SYSTEM modes.

1 Video and the audio channels switch simultaneously in the same way

2 Audio channels switch independently from the video channels

3 See section

6.1

4 See section

6.2

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