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
4 Defining the SID-X1N Step-in Commander 5
5 Connecting the SID-X1N 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
6 Principles of Operation 11
6.1 Video Input Selection 11
6.2 Audio Signal Control 12
7 Operating the SID-X1N 13
7.1 Manually Selecting an Input 13
7.2 Taking Control of the Switcher Input 13
7.3 Locking the EDID 14
8 Configuring and Maintaining the SID-X1N 15
8.1 Setting the Configuration DIP-switch 15
9 Wiring the Twisted Pair RJ-45 Connectors 16
10 Technical Specifications 17
Figures
Figure 1: SID-X1N Step-in Commander Front Panel 5
Figure 2: SID-X1N Step-in Commander Rear Panel 6
Figure 3: Connecting the SID-X1N 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 Connections 10
Figure 7: Example of a Remote Input Indicator LED Wiring for the DVI Input 10
Figure 8: The Configuration DIP-switch 15
Figure 9: TP Pinout Wiring 16
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 MegaTOOLS® SID-X1N Step-in
Commander which is 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
SID-X1N - Getting Started
Go to http://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/product_downloads.asp
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.
There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit
Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall
adapter that is provided with the unit
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-
resolution, high-quality 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 Kramer SID-X1N away from moisture, excessive sunlight and
dust
2.2 Safety Instructions
SID-X1N - Getting Started
2.3 Shielded Twisted Pair/Unshielded Twisted Pair
Kramer engineers have developed special twisted pair cables to best match our
digital twisted pair products; the Kramer BC-DGKat623 (CAT 6 23 AWG cable),
and the Kramer BC-DGKat7a23 (CAT 7a 23 AWG cable). These specially built
cables significantly outperform regular CAT 6 and CAT 7a cables.
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 http://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/recycling/.