Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Model:
VP-885
8x8 Multiformat Video / Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher
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Contents
1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 1
2.1 Quick Start 1
3 Overview 3
3.1 Terminology Used in this Manual 4
4 Defining the VP-885 5
4.1 Using the IR Transmitter 8
5 Installing the VP-885 in a Rack 9
6 Connecting the VP-885 10
6.1 Connecting a Balanced/Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input/Output 11
6.2 Connecting to the VP-885 via RS-232 12
6.3 Connecting to the VP-885 via RS-485 13
6.4 Connecting to the VP-885 via Ethernet 13
6.4.1 Connecting Directly via the Ethernet Port 14
6.4.2 Connecting via a Network Hub, Switch, or Router 16
6.4.3 Configuring the Ethernet Port on the VP-885 16
6.5 Setting the VP-885 DIP-switches 18
7 Operating the VP-885 19
7.1 Displaying the Configuration of the VP-885 19
7.2 Switching Outputs to Inputs 19
7.3 Confirming Settings 20
7.3.1 Toggling between At Once and Confirm Modes 20
7.3.2 Confirming a Switching Action 20
7.4 Defining the 7-Segment Status Display Information 21
7.4.1 Status Display Immediately After Power is Turned On 21
7.4.2 Status Display During Normal Operation 22
7.4.3 Status Display During Audio Gain Level Setting 22
7.5 Choosing the Audio-Follow-Video or Breakaway Option 23
7.5.1 Setting the Audio-Follow-Video Option 23
7.5.2 Setting the Breakaway Option 23
7.6 Storing/Recalling Input-Output Configurations 23
7.6.1 Storing an Input-Output Configuration 24
7.6.2 Recalling an Input-Output Configuration 24
7.6.3 Deleting an Input-Output Configuration 24
7.7 Audio Input/Output Gain Control 24
7.8 Resetting the Unit 26
8 Controlling the VP-885 26
8.1 Controlling the VP-885 via RS-232 26
8.2 Controlling the VP-885 via RS-485 28
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8.3 Controlling the VP-885 via Ethernet 28
9 Updating the Firmware 30
10 Connecting to the VP-885 via your Browser 30
10.1 The Main Switching Matrix Page 32
10.1.1 Switching an Input to an Output 32
10.1.2 Setting the AFV Mode 33
10.1.3 Operating in the Offline Mode 34
10.1.4 Storing and Recalling Setups 35
10.1.5 Locking the Front Panel Buttons 37
10.2 Audio Input Gain Control Page 38
10.3 The Configuration Page 38
11 Communication Parameters 40
12 Technical Specifications 41
13 Tables of ASCII Codes for Serial Communication (Protocol 3000) 42
14 Tables of Hex Codes for Serial Communication (Protocol 2000) 43
15 Kramer Protocol 45
15.1 Switching Protocols 45
15.1.1 Switching Protocols via the Front Panel Buttons 45
15.1.2 Switching Protocols via Protocol Commands 45
15.2 Kramer Protocol 3000 45
15.2.1 Protocol 3000 Syntax 46
15.2.2 Command Parts Details 46
15.3 Kramer Protocol 2000 53
Figures
Figure 1: VP-885 8x8 Multiformat Video/Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher Front Panel 5
Figure 2: VP-885 8x8 Multiformat Video/Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher Rear Panel
Figure 3: Connecting the VP-885
Figure 4: Wiring a Balanced Stereo Audio Input/Output 11
Figure 5: Wiring an Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output
Figure 6: Wiring an Unbalanced Source to a Balanced Input
Figure 7: Connecting to the VP-885 via RS-232 using a PC
Figure 8: Connecting to the VP-885 via Ethernet 14
Figure 9: Local Area Connection Properties Window
Figure 10: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window
Figure 11: Connect Window
Figure 12: Device Properties Window 17
Figure 13: VP-885 DIP-switches
Figure 14: Status Display Immediately After Turn On
Figure 15: Status Display 5 Seconds After Turn On 22
Figure 16: Status Display During Normal Operation 22
Figure 17: Status Display Showing OUTPUT 3, Gain -4.5
Figure 18: Configuration Button Numbering
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Figure 19: Status Display OUTPUT 8 Flashing 25
Figure 20: Status Display Showing OUTPUT 8, Gain -4.5
Figure 21: Control Configuration via RS-232
Figure 22: Controlling the VP-885 via Ethernet 29
Figure 23: Entering the IP Number in the Address Bar
Figure 24: The Loading Page
Figure 25: First Time Security Warning
Figure 26: Main Switching Matrix Page 32
Figure 27: Selecting a Switching Point on the Matrix
Figure 28: Switching an Input to an Output
Figure 29: AFV Mode Warning
Figure 30: AFV Mode Audio Channels Switched 34
Figure 31: Switching Audio in the Offline Mode
Figure 32: Exiting Offline Warning
Figure 33: Selecting Preset 07
Figure 34: Selecting Preset 03 37
Figure 35: Recalling a Preset in Offline Mode
Figure 36: Audio Gain Control Page
Figure 37: Selecting Audio Input Gain for Channel 2
Figure 38: Configuration Page 39
Tables
Table 1: Terminology Used in this User Manual 4
Table 2: VP-885 Front Panel Features
Table 3: VP-885 Rear Panel Features
Table 4: DIP-switch Settings 18
Table 5: Machine Number DIP-switch Settings
Table 6: Communication Parameters
Table 7: Technical Specifications for the VP-885
Table 8: VP-885 Video Signal Codes
Table 9: VP-885 Audio Signal Codes 42
Table 10: VP-885 Audio Input Gain Codes
Table 11: VP-885 Audio Output Gain Codes
Table 12: VP-885 Hex Codes that Switch Video Channels
Table 13: VP-885 Hex Codes that Switch Audio Channels 43
Table 14: VP-885 Hex Codes that Increase/Decrease Audio Input Gain
Table 15: VP-885 Hex Codes that Set the Audio Input Gain
Table 16: VP-885 Hex Codes that Increase/Decrease the Audio Output Gain 44
Table 17: VP-885 Hex Codes that Set the Audio Output Gain 44
Table 18: Instruction Codes for Protocol 3000
Table 19: Protocol Definitions
Table 20: Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000
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Introduction
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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 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
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that are clearly defined by function.
Congratulations on purchasing your VP-885 8x8 Multiformat Video/Balanced Audio
Matrix Switcher which is ideal for the following typical applications:
• Professional display systems requiring a true 8x8 computer graphics and audio
matrix operation
• Multimedia and presentation source, and acceptor selection
The package includes the following items:
• VP-885 8x8 Multiformat Video/Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher
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• Windows®-based Kramer Control software
• Kramer RC-IR3 Infrared Remote Control Transmitter (including the required
battery and a separate user manual
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• Power cord
and this user manual
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)
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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
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• Use Kramer high performance high-resolution cables
2.1 Quick Start
The following quick start chart summarizes the basic steps when connecting a VP-885.
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 Download from our Web site at
3 We recommend that you use only the power cord that is supplied with this machine
4 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from our Web site at
5 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at
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