Kramer VS-162AVM User Manual

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.

Preliminary

USER MANUAL

Model:

VS-162AVM

16x16 Audio-Video Router with Preview Monitor

Contents

1 Introduction 1 2 Getting Started 1

2.1 Quick Start 2

3 Overview 4 4 Your Audio-Video Router 5

4.1 Using the IR Transmitter 8

5 Installing the VS-162AVM in a Rack 9 6 Installing and Operating a Single VS-162AVM 10 7 Configuring the VS-162AVM 11

7.1 Configuring a Standalone Switcher 11

7.2 Connecting the Balanced/Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input/Output 12

7.3 Assembling a System of Interconnected Switchers 13

8 Understanding Addressing and System Modes 14

8.1 Setting the DIP-Switches 14

8.2 Setting the MACHINE # 15

8.3 Understanding the SYSTEM Mode 16

8.4 Understanding the SLAVE Mode 16

9 Connecting a Control Interface 17

9.1 Connecting the RS-232 Control Interface 17

9.1.1 Connecting Two Units with a Null-Modem Adapter 18

9.1.2 Connecting Two Units without a Null-Modem Adapter 19

9.1.3 Connecting to a 9-pin PC COM Port with a Null-Modem Adapter 19

9.1.4 Connecting to a 9-pin PC COM Port without a Null-Modem Adapter 19

9.2 Connecting the RS-485 Control Interface 19

9.3 Configuring the Sync 21

9.4 Connecting the KEYBOARD EXTENSION 22

10 Operating Your VS-162AVM 23

10.1 Startup Display 23

10.2 Preview Display 23

10.3 Using the Front Panel Buttons 24

10.4 Choosing the Audio-Follow-Video or Breakaway Mode 24

10.5 Confirming Settings 25

10.6 Switching 26

10.6.1 Switching one Input to one Output 26

10.6.2 Switching Several Inputs to Several Outputs 27

10.6.3 Switching One Input to All Outputs 28

10.7 Clearing 29

10.7.1 Clearing an Output 29

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10.7.2 Clearing Several Outputs 30

10.7.3 Clearing All Outputs 31

10.8 Storing and Recalling Setups 32

10.8.1 Storing Setups 32

10.8.2 Recalling Setups 33

11 MENU Commands 34

11.1 Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel 35

11.2 Choosing the Follow or Breakaway Mode 36

11.3 Choosing the SWITCHING METHOD Setting 38

11.3.1 Understanding the SWITCHING METHOD Settings 38

11.3.2 Configuring a SWITCHING METHOD 39

11.4 Choosing the Extended Keyboard Setting 40

11.5 Setting the STORE/RECALL KEYBOARD Mode 40

11.6 Choosing What to INDICATE 41

11.7 Choosing the COMMUNICATION Setting 42

11.8 Setting the IR REMOTE Control 43

11.9 Choosing the AUTO STORE Current SETUP 43

11.10 Identifying the MACHINE 44

11.11 Choosing the Initial RESET 45

12 Flash Memory Upgrade 46

12.1 Connecting the PC to the RS-232 Port 46

12.2 Upgrading the Firmware 46

13 Technical Specifications 49 14 Communication Protocol 49

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Figures

Figure 1: VS-162AVM 16x16 Audio-Video Router with Preview Monitor 6 Figure 2: Default DIP-Switch Setup on a Single Machine 10 Figure 3: Configuring the VS-162AVM as a Standalone Switcher 12 Figure 4: Connecting the Balanced Stereo Audio Input/Output 12 Figure 5: Connecting the Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input 12 Figure 6: Connecting an Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output 12 Figure 7: Assembling a System of Interconnected Switchers 13 Figure 8: Rear Panel DIP-switches 14 Figure 9: Connecting a PC to Four Units 18 Figure 10: RS-485 Connector PINOUT 19 Figure 11: Connecting the RS-485 Connectors 20 Figure 12: An RS-485 Control Interface Setup 21 Figure 13: Keyboard Extension (EXT. KEYS) Connector 22 Figure 14: Default Startup Status Display Sequence 23 Figure 15: Display Menu 24 Figure 16: Sequence of MENU Commands 34 Figure 17: Choosing the MTX (SYNC from Matrix) Setting 39 Figure 18: Choosing what to INDICATE 41 Figure 19: Machine Identification 44

Tables

Table 1: Front Panel Features 7 Table 2: Rear Panel Features 7 Table 3: Quick Reference Operating Guide for a Single Machine 11 Table 4: DIP-Switch Definitions 15 Table 5: Machine # DIP-switch Settings 15 Table 6: Technical Specifications of VS-162AVM 49 Table 7: Hex Table for the VS-162AVM 50

Introduction

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 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! Our 1,000-plus different models now appear in 11 groups

Thank you for purchasing the VS-162AVM 16x16 Audio-Video Router with Preview Monitor that is ideal for the following typical applications:

that are clearly defined by function.

• Any professional system requiring outstanding value in a 16x16

matrix

• Production and duplication facilities

• Rental/staging applications, security, CCTV, and home theater

systems

The package includes the following items:

• VS-162AVM 16x16 Audio-Video Router with Preview Monitor

• Power cord

• Windows®-based Kramer control software

and rack “ears”

• This user manual

• Kramer RC-IR3 Infrared 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 Matrix Switchers; 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 Products

2 We recommend that you use only the power cord supplied with this device

3 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com

4 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com

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Getting Started

2.1 Quick Start

This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps.

Getting Started

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Overview

3 Overview

The VS-162AVM 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-162AVM forms part of the series of 16x16 matrix switchers that includes, but is not limited to, the VS-1616A (a 16x16 analog balanced stereo audio matrix switcher), and VS-162V (a 16x16 video matrix switcher).

In particular, the VS-162AVM features:

• A built-in high-quality 3.5-inch LCD display and audio

headphone output with volume control to conveniently monitor the video and audio of any channel before and after switching

• Excellent video performance, which ensures that it remains

transparent in almost any video application

• Broadcast-quality specifications for audio bandwidth and levels,

and video bandwidth extends to well over 90MHz making the unit suitable for all video and audio applications

• 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

In addition the VS-162AVM:

• 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 an alphameric LCD display to clearly view the switching

status and operate the menus and setup

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

firmware version via Internet download

1 As it switches during the vertical interval

Your Audio-Video Router

The VS-162AVM can be controlled:

• 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-IR3 Infrared Remote Control

Transmitter

• Via external contact closure push buttons

To achieve the best performance:

• Use only good quality connection cables

• Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that

may adversely influence signal quality and position your Kramer VS-162AVM away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust

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

4 Your Audio-Video Router

Figure 1 illustrates the front and rear panels of the VS-162AVM. Table 1

and

Table 2 define the front and rear panels of the unit.

1 Available from Kramer Electronics on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com

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Your Audio-Video Router

Figure 1: VS-162AVM 16x16 Audio-Video Router with Preview Monitor

Your Audio-Video Router

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Table 1: Front Panel Features

Feature

Function

1 IR Receiver LED The red LED illuminates when receiving signals from the Kramer infrared

remote control transmitter

2 IR Receiver Receives signals from the Kramer infrared remote control transmitter

3 Preview Monitor Displays the video routed to output 16

LCD

CONTROL

MENU Button Press once to display the last LCD settings (brightness, contrast, saturation,

and sharpness), each additional press scrolls through the menu items

+ Button Increases the selected setting

– Button Decreases the last setting

POWER Button Turns the LCD display on and off

5 VOLUME Knob Adjusts the audio level of the headphones

6 PHONES ¼” Connector Jack for connecting the headphones to audio 16 output

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

8 VIDEO Button When selected

actions relate to video independently from audio

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

ALL combination disconnects all the outputs

10 AUDIO Button When selected

actions relate to audio independently from video

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

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

follow the video channels, and the AFV button is illuminated

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

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

corresponding OUTPUT label) and user interface messages

15 LCD STATUS Display 3 Displays the matrix status

16 OUT Buttons Select the output to which the input is switched (1 to 15)

Preview/16 connects the input to the preview monitor

17 IN Buttons Select the input to switch to the output (1 to 16)

18 MENU Button Recall and navigate the menu points for matrix setting

19 TAKE Button Used to confirm and complete setup and switching

Table 2: Rear Panel Features

Feature

Function

20 IN BNC Connectors Connect to the video sources

21 OUT BNC Connectors Connect to the video acceptors

22 IN Terminal Blocks Connect to the audio sources

23 OUT Terminal Blocks Connect to the audio acceptors

SYNC

IN BNC Connector Connect to the external video sync source

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

26 TERM Button

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

27 EXT. (extension) KEYS Terminal

Block Connectors

Connect to an external keyboard (remote unit)

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 10

and 11, the word “Displays” refers to the LCD MATRIX and STATUS displays

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Your Audio-Video Router

Feature

Function

28 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

29 RS-232 IN 9-pin D-sub (F) Port Connect to the PC or the Remote Controller

30 RS-232 OUT 9-pin D-sub (M) Port Connect to the RS-232 IN 9-pin D-sub (F) port of the next unit in

the daisy-chain connection

31 SETUP DIP-switches DIP-switches for setup of the unit

32 REMOTE IR 3.5mm Mini Jack Connect to an external IR receiver unit for controlling the machine via

an IR remote controller (instead of using the front panel IR receiver)

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

34 Power Switch Illuminated switch supplying power to the unit

4.1 Using the IR Transmitter

You can use the RC-IR3 IR transmitter to control the machine via the built- in IR receiver on the front panel or, instead, via an optional external IR receiver

. The external IR receiver can be located 15 meters away from the machine. This distance can be extended to up to 60 meters when used with three extension cables

Before using the external IR receiver, be sure to arrange for your Kramer dealer to insert the internal IR connection cable

13F

with the 3.5mm connector that fits into the REMOTE IR opening on the rear panel. Connect the external IR receiver to the REMOTE IR 3.5mm connector.

1 If the unit is not the first unit in the line, connects to the RS-232 OUT 9-pin D-sub (F) port of the previous unit in the line

2 Optional. Can be used instead of the front panel (built-in) IR receiver to remotely control the VS-162AVM (only if the

internal IR connection cable has been installed) (See section

4.1)

3 Model: C-A35M/IRR-50

4 Model: C-A35M/A35F-50

5 P/N: 505-70434010-S

Installing the VS-162AVM in a Rack

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5 Installing the VS-162AVM in a Rack

This section provides instructions for rack mounting the unit.

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Installing and Operating a Single VS-162AVM

6 Installing and Operating a Single VS-162AVM

To install the VS-162AVM, connect the following

• Video input and output cables

to the rear panel, as

required:

• Audio input and output cables

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

controller), as section

9 describes

• Set the DIP-switches, as section

8.1 describes

• Power cord

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

describes

By default, the VS-162AVM 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 are set to function by default, in the audio-followvideo mode

• Switched during the vertical interval of the external reference

In particular, be sure that the DIP-switches are set as

Figure 2 illustrates

(see section

8.1 for further details):

Figure 2: Default DIP-Switch Setup on a Single Machine

To operate a single machine, see Table 3.

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

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Table 3: 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

7 Configuring the VS-162AVM

Using the VS-162AVM unit and/or other 16x16 matrix switchers in the series

• A standalone switcher (see section

, you can assemble the following kinds of systems:

7.1)

• A system of interconnected switchers (see section

7.2)

Note: When configuring multiple units, each unit must have an address. For an explanation on addressing and system modes, see section

7.1 Configuring a Standalone Switcher

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

• Composite video with 16 inputs and 16 outputs on BNC

connectors, and

• Balanced stereo audio with 16 inputs and 16 outputs on

detachable terminal block connectors, as shown in

Figure 4 (to

configure for unbalanced

Figure 5 stereo audio, see and Figure 6)

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

4 Including the VS-1616A (a 16x16 analog balanced stereo audio matrix switcher)

5 However, for an unbalanced stereo audio input, the output is always half of the input signal. For example, if the input is

6dB, the output is 0dB

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Configuring the VS-162AVM

Configure your VS-162AVM unit as a standalone switcher, as Figure 3 illustrates:

Figure 3: Configuring the VS-162AVM as a Standalone Switcher

7.2 Connecting the Balanced/Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input/Output

This section illustrates how to connect:

• A balanced stereo audio input/output connection, see

Figure 4

• An unbalanced stereo audio input connection, see

Figure 5

• An unbalanced stereo audio output connection, see

Figure 6

Figure 4: Connecting the

Balanced Stereo Audio

Input/Output

Figure 5: Connecting the

Unbalanced Stereo

Audio Input

Figure 6: Connecting an

Unbalanced Stereo

Audio Output

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7.3 Assembling a System of Interconnected Switchers

A major advantage of the VS-162AVM 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, the 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 Router with Preview Monitor (MACHINE # 1), a 16x16 digital video matrix switcher (MACHINE # 2), and a 16x16 digital audio matrix switcher (MACHINE # 3). Each switcher has a unique MACHINE #. Control of the system is via the MACHINE #.

Figure 7: Assembling a System of Interconnected Switchers

See section 8.1 for how to set the DIP-switches, and section 9 for how to control this group of interconnected varied-format 16x16 series switchers, and other configurations.

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