Kramer VS-44DT/110V Users Manual

USER MANUAL

MODEL:

VS-44DT

4x4 HDMI/HDBT Matrix Switcher with PoE

P/N: 2900-300470 Rev 1

www.KramerAV.com

VS-44DT – Contents

Contents

1 Introduction 1 2 Getting Started 2

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2

2.2 Safety Instructions 2

2.3 Shielded Twisted Pair/Unshielded Twisted Pair 3

2.4 Recycling Kramer Products 3

3 Overview 4

3.1 About HDBaseT™ Technology 5

3.2 Defining the VS-44DT 4x4 HDMI/HDBT Matrix Switcher 5

4 Installing in a Rack 9 5 Connecting the VS-44DT 10

5.1 Connecting the VS-44DT to a Serial Controller 11

5.2 Connecting the VS-44DT to a Serial Data Source/Acceptor 11

5.3 Connecting to the VS-44DT via Ethernet 12

5.4 Wiring the RJ-45 Connectors 16

6 Operating the VS-44DT 17

6.1 Switching Inputs to Outputs 17

6.2 Storing and Recalling Preset Configurations 18

6.3 Acquiring an EDID 19

6.4 Disconnecting One or All Outputs 19

6.5 Resetting the Device to Factory Default Configuration 20

6.6 Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel 21

7 Configuring the VS-44DT 22

7.1 Using the Menu 22

7.2 Selecting DHCP 24

7.3 Configuring the IP Network Address 24

7.4 Resetting the VS-44DT to Factory Default Configuration 25

8 Operating the VS-44DT Remotely Using the Web Pages 26

8.1 Switching Page 27

8.2 Device Settings Page 31

8.3 Authentication Page 32

8.4 EDID Page 34

8.5 RS-232 Routing Page 36

8.6 Audio Settings Page 37

8.7 Switching Timeout Page 38

8.8 About Page 39

9 Updating the Firmware 40 10 Technical Specifications 42

10.1 Default IP Parameters 43

11 Protocol 3000 44

11.1 Understanding Protocol 3000 45

11.2 Kramer Protocol 3000 Syntax 46

11.3 Protocol 3000 Commands 47

11.4 Kramer Protocol 3000 Commands 48

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Figures

Figure 1: VS-44DT 4x4 HDMI/HDBT Matrix Switcher Front Panel 6 Figure 2: VS-44DT 4x4 HDMI/HDBT Matrix Switcher Rear Panel 7 Figure 3: Connecting the VS-44DT 4x4 HDMI/HDBT Matrix Switcher 10 Figure 4: Local Area Connection Properties Window 13 Figure 5: Internet Protocol Version 4 Properties Window 14 Figure 6: Internet Protocol Properties Window 15 Figure 7: TP PINOUT 16 Figure 8: Switching Page 27 Figure 9: Switching Button Details 28 Figure 10: Input Edit Window 29 Figure 11: HDBaseT Output Properties Window 30 Figure 12: HDMI Output Properties Window 30 Figure 13: Device Settings Page 31 Figure 14: Authentication Page 32 Figure 15: Login Page 33 Figure 16: EDID Page 34 Figure 17: Copying the EDID 35 Figure 18: EDID Copied 36 Figure 19: RS-232 Routing Page 36 Figure 20: Audio Settings Page 37 Figure 21: Switching Timeout Page 38 Figure 22: About Page 39

VS-44DT – 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 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 VS-44DT 4x4 HDMI/HDBT Matrix Switcher. This product, which incorporates HDMI™ technology, is ideal for:

 Event rooms  Large conference rooms  Lecture halls  Advertising applications

VS-44DT - Getting Started

Go to www.kramerav.com/downloads/VS-44DT 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 neighbouring electrical appliances that may

adversely influence signal quality

 Position your VS-44DT away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust

2.2 Safety Instructions

VS-44DT – Getting Started

2.3 Shielded Twisted Pair/Unshielded Twisted Pair

For optimum range and performance use the recommended Kramer cables available at www.kramerav.com/product/VS-44DT.

2.4 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/.

VS-44DT - Overview

3 Overview

VS-44DT is a 4x4 4K@60Hz (4:2:0) HDMI/HDBaseT matrix switcher that transmits video, audio, Ethernet, RS−232 and IR signals over extended distances. The VS- 44DT accepts up to four HDMI and four IR inputs as well as Ethernet and RS−232

network and control. The inputs can be routed to any or all of the four HDBaseT outputs, the first two of which also have simultaneous HDMI outputs.

VS-44DT connects to compatible HDBaseT receivers such as, TP-780Rxr, TP-580Rxr and TP-588D. It supports resolutions of up to 4K@60Hz (4:2:0). The

matrix is a PoE provider that provides power over Ethernet to compatible PoE receivers.

The VS-44DT features:

 Four HDMI and five IR inputs  Two HDMI, four HDBaseT and five IR outputs  PoE support on all four HDBaseT outputs – PoE provider to HDBaseT

receivers such as the TP-588D and TP-780Rxr

 HDBaseT range up to 130m (430ft) at normal mode (2K), up to 100m at

normal mode (4K); up to 180m (590ft) ultra-mode (1080p @60Hz @24bpp) when using recommended Kramer cables, available at

www.kramerav.com/product/VS-44DT

 An unbalanced, stereo audio output  Bandwidth up to 10.2Gbps (3.4Gbps per video channel)  EDID capture—copies and stores the EDID from a display device  Hot-plug detection (HPD)  HDCP 1.4 support  HDTV compatibility  Support for HDMI – 4Kx2K @30Hz, 3D, Deep Color, x.v.Color™, Lip Sync ,

Dolby® TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS−HD® and linear PCM 7.1 surround

sound

 A non-volatile memory for matrix configuration

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The products described in this user manual are HDBaseT certified.

 A store and recall facility for preset configurations  Automatic output shutdown if no input signal is detected after a configurable

idle period

 An LCD display for easy configuration and operation  Support for Kramer Protocol 3000  A lock button to prevent unwanted tampering with the settings  1U height that fits a standard 19” professional rack enclosure

You can control the VS-44DT using the front panel buttons, or remotely via:

 Built-in, embedded web pages using a standard web browser over Ethernet  RS-232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system, PC or other

serial controller

 The Kramer infrared remote control transmitter

3.1 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.

3.2 Defining the VS-44DT 4x4 HDMI/HDBT Matrix Switcher

This section defines the VS-44DT.

Feature

Function

IR LED

Lights yellow when receiving an IR signal

IR Sensor

IR receiver for remote control

POWER LED

Lights green when the device is powered on

IN Buttons

Press to select an input after selecting an output (from 1 to 4), see Section 6.1

OUT Buttons

Press to select an output followed by an input or OFF (from 1 to 4)

ALL Button

Press followed by an input to switch this input to all outputs, or press followed by the Off button to disconnect all switches, (see Section 6.4)

STO Button

Press to store a preset configuration followed by the preset number in which to save it, (see Section 6.2)

EDID Button

Press to copy the EDID from an output to an input, (see Section 6.3)

LOCK Button

Press and hold to lock the front panel buttons, (see Section 6.6). Press and hold again to unlock

MENU Button

Press to enter the configuration menu or to move up one level when inside the menu, (see Section 7.1)

Menu Navigation Pad

Use the Enter, up (▲), down (▼), left (◄), and right (►) buttons to navigate the menu or to modify parameters or values

within the menu, (see Section 7.1)

LCD Readout (20 char x 2 lines)

Displays either the input/output matrix currently selected or the menu during configuration

OFF Button

Press after an output button to disconnect the currently selected outputs. Press after the All button to disconnect all currently switched outputs (see Section 6.4)

RCL Button

Press, followed by a preset number to recall the preset configuration (see Section 6.2)

VS-44DT – Overview

Figure 1: VS-44DT 4x4 HDMI/HDBT Matrix Switcher Front Panel

Feature

Function

IR 1 IN 3.5mm Mini Jack

Connect to an IR sensor. Receives IR commands and sends them over HDBT OUT 1

OUT 3.5mm Mini Jack

Connect to the first IR emitter. Transmits IR commands that are sent over HDBT OUT 1

IR 2

IN 3.5mm Mini Jack

Connect to an IR sensor. Receives IR commands and sends them over HDBT OUT 2

OUT 3.5mm Mini Jack

Connect to the second IR emitter. Transmits IR commands that are sent over HDBT OUT 2

IR 3

IN 3.5mm Mini Jack

Connect to an IR sensor. Receives IR commands and sends them over HDBT OUT 3

OUT 3.5mm Mini Jack

Connect to the third IR emitter. Transmits IR commands that are sent over HDBT OUT 3

IR 4

IN 3.5mm Mini Jack

Connect to an IR sensor. Receives IR commands and sends them over HDBT OUT 4

OUT 3.5mm Mini Jack

Connect to the fourth IR emitter. Transmits IR commands that are sent over HDBT OUT 4

OUT 1

HDBT RJ-45 Connector

Connect to the first HDBT receiver, (for example, the TP-580RXR)

20 HDMI Connector

Connect to the first HDMI receiver, (for example, an HDMI display)

OUT 2

HDBT RJ-45 Connector

Connect to the second HDBT receiver, (for example, the TP-580RXR)

22 HDMI Connector

Connect to the second HDMI receiver, (for example, an HDMI display)

HDBT OUT 3 RJ-45 Connector

Connect to the third HDBT receiver, (for example, the TP-580RXR)

HDBT OUT 4 RJ-45 Connector

Connect to the fourth HDBT receiver, (for example, the TP-580RXR)

AUDIO OUT 3.5mm Mini Jack

Connect to an audio receiver, (for example, active speakers)

RS-232

DATA 3-pin Terminal Block

(G,Rx,Tx)

Connect to a serial source/target

CONTROL 3-pin Terminal Block (G,Rx,Tx)

Connect to a serial controller 27

PROGRAM USB Connector

Connect to a PC to perform firmware upgrades

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Figure 2: VS-44DT 4x4 HDMI/HDBT Matrix Switcher Rear Panel

Feature

Function

ETHERNET RJ-45 Connector

Connect to a PC via a LAN 29

AC Mains Power Socket

Connect the mains power cord

Fuse

AC mains supply protection fuse

Power Switch

Turns the device on and off

HDMI IN 1 Connector

Connect to the first HDMI source, (for example, a Blu-ray disk player)

HDMI IN 2 Connector

Connect to the second HDMI source, (for example, a Blu-ray disk player)

HDMI IN 3 Connector

Connect to the third HDMI source, (for example, a Blu-ray disk player)

HDMI IN 4 Connector

Connect to the fourth HDMI source, (for example, a Blu-ray disk player)

IR OUT 3.5mm Mini Jack

Connect to an IR emitter or IR receiver for receiving the combined IR signals from all HDBT port IR transmissions

IR IN 3.5mm Mini Jack

Connect to an external IR receiver for controlling VS-44DT via an IR remote controller

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VS-44DT - Installing in a Rack

4 Installing in a Rack

This section provides instructions for rack mounting the unit.

VS-44DT - Connecting the VS-44DT

Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your VS-44DT. After connecting your VS-44DT, connect its power and then switch on the power to each device.

5 Connecting the VS-44DT

Figure 3: Connecting the VS-44DT 4x4 HDMI/HDBT Matrix Switcher

To connect the VS-44DT as illustrated in the example in Figure 3:

1. Connect the HDMI sources, (for example, Blu-ray players) to the HDMI IN 1 and IN 2 connectors.

2. Connect an external IR sensor to the IR 3 IN 3.5mm mini jack.

3. Connect the IR 1 OUT 3.5mm mini jack to an external IR emitter.

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4. Connect the OUT 2 HDMI connector to an HDMI acceptor, (for example, a display).

5. Connect the OUT 1 HDBT RJ-45 connector to a compatible HDBT receiver, (for example, the TP-580Rxr), and connect the HDMI output of the TP-580Rxr to a display.

6. Connect the OUT 3 HDBT RJ-45 connector to a compatible HDBT receiver, (for example, the TP-580Rxr), and connect the HDMI output of the TP-580Rxr to a display.

7. Connect the AUDIO OUT 3.5mm mini jack to an audio acceptor, (for example, active speakers).

8. Connect a controller via either RS-232 or a LAN to the Ethernet RJ-45 connector.

5.1 Connecting the VS-44DT to a Serial Controller

You can connect the VS-44DT via an RS-232 connection to a serial controller, for example, a PC.

To connect the VS-44DT via RS-232 to a serial controller:

 Connect the RS-232 CONTROL 3-pin terminal block on the rear of the

VS-44DT to the 9-pin D-sub connector on PC, (pin TX to pin 2, pin RX to pin 3, pin G to pin 5)

5.2 Connecting the VS-44DT to a Serial Data Source/Acceptor

You can connect the VS-44DT via an RS-232 connection to a serial data source or acceptor, for example, a PC or device to be controlled.

To connect the VS-44DT via RS-232 to a serial data controller or acceptor:

 Connect the RS-232 DATA 3-pin terminal block on the rear of the

VS-44DT to the 9-pin D-sub connector on PC, (pin TX to pin 2, pin RX to pin 2, pin G to pin 5)

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This type of connection is recommended for identifying the VS-44DT with the factory configured default IP address.

5.3 Connecting to the VS-44DT via Ethernet

You can connect to the VS-44DT via Ethernet using either of the following methods:

 Directly to the PC using a crossover or straight cable (see Section 5.3.1)  Via a network hub, switch, or router, using a straight-through cable (see

Section 5.3.2)

Note: If you want to connect via a router and your IT system is based on IPv6, speak to your IT department for specific installation instructions.

5.3.1 Connecting the Ethernet Port Directly to a PC

You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS-44DT directly to the Ethernet port on your PC using a crossover or straight cable with RJ-45 connectors.

After connecting the VS-44DT to the Ethernet port, configure your PC as follows:

1. Click Start > Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center.

2. Click Change Adapter Settings.

3. Highlight the network adapter you want to use to connect to the device and click Change settings of this connection. The Local Area Connection Properties window for the selected network adapter appears as shown in Figure 4.

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Figure 4: Local Area Connection Properties Window

4. Highlight Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4).

5. Click Properties. The Internet Protocol Properties window appears as shown in Figure 5.

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Figure 5: Internet Protocol Version 4 Properties Window

6. Select Use the following IP Address for static IP addressing and fill in the details as shown in Figure 6. For TCP/IPv4 you can use any IP address in the range 192.168.1.1 to

192.168.1.255 (excluding 192.168.1.39) that is provided by your IT department.

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Figure 6: Internet Protocol Properties Window

7. Click OK.

8. Click Close.

5.3.2 Connecting the Ethernet Port via a Network Hub or Switch

You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS-44DT to the Ethernet port on a network hub or using a straight-through cable with RJ-45 connectors.

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