
Contents
1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 2
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2
2.2 Shielded Twisted Pair/Unshielded Twisted Pair 3
2.3 Recycling Kramer Products 3
3 Overview 4
4 Defining the SID-X1 Step-in Commander 5
5 Connecting the SID-X1 7
5.1 Connecting the Remote Step-In Switch and LED 8
5.2 Connecting the Remote Select Switch and LED 9
5.3 Connecting the Remote Input Selection LEDs 10
5.4 Audio Mode Selection 11
5.5 Locking the EDID 11
6 Operating the SID-X1 12
6.1 Selecting an Input 12
6.2 Taking Control of the Switcher Input 12
6.3 Audio Stream Priority 12
7 Wiring the Twisted Pair RJ-45 Connectors 13
8 Technical Specifications 14
9 Default EDID 15
9.1 HDMI, DisplayPort and DVI 15
9.2 PC-UXGA 16
Figures
Figure 1: SID-X1 Step-in Commander Front Panel 5
Figure 2: SID-X1 Step-in Commander Rear Panel 6
Figure 3: Connecting the SID-X1 Step-in Commander 7
Figure 4: REMOTE STEP-IN Switch and LED Wiring 8
Figure 5: REMOTE SELECT Switch and LED Wiring 9
Figure 6: Remote Input Indicator LED Wiring 10
Figure 7: Example Remote Input Indicator LED Wiring for the DVI Input 10
Figure 8: TP Pinout Wiring 13
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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.
Thank you for purchasing the Kramer TOOLS
®
SID-X1 Step-in Commander and
which are ideal for:
• Display systems requiring simple input selection
• Remote monitoring of computer activity in schools and businesses
• Rental/staging applications
• Multimedia and presentation source selection
Each package includes the following items:
• SID-X1 Step-in Commander
• Power adapter (12V DC output)
• This user manual
Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from http://www.kramerelectronics.com
SID-X1 - Introduction 1