Kramer Electronics VS-201YC User Manual
Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Model:
VS-201YC
2x1 s-Video Switcher
Contents
Contents
1
Introduction 1
2
Getting Started 1
2.1 Quick Start 1
3
Overview 3
4
Your VS-201YC 2x1 s-Video Switcher 4
5
Connecting the VS-201YC 2x1 s-Video Switcher 6
5.1 Connecting a PC 7
6
Flash Memory Upgrade 8
6.1 Downloading from the Internet 8
6.2 Connecting the PC to the RS-232 Port 8
6.3 Upgrading Firmware 9
7
Technical Specifications 13
8
Table of Hex Codes for Serial Communication 14
9
VS-201YC Communication Protocol 14
Figures
Figure 1: VS-201YC 2x1 s-Video Switcher 4
Figure 2: VS-201YC 2x1 s-Video Switcher (Top Side Panel) 4
Figure 3: VS-201YC 2x1 s-Video Switcher (Lower Side Panel) 4
Figure 4: VS-201YC 2x1 s-Video Switcher Underside 5
Figure 5: Connecting the VS-201YC 2x1 s-Video Switcher 6
Figure 6: Connecting a PC without using a Null-modem Adapter 7
Figure 7: Splash Screen 9
Figure 8: Atmel – Flip Window 9
Figure 9: Device Selection Window 9
Figure 10: Selecting the Device from the Selection Window 10
Figure 11: Loading the Hex 10
Figure 12: RS-232 Window 11
Figure 13: Atmel – Flip Window (Connected) 11
Figure 14: Atmel – Flip Window (Operation Completed) 12
Tables
Table 1: VS-201YC 2x1 s-Video Switcher Features 5
Table 2: VS-201YC 2x1 s-Video Switcher Underside Features 5
Table 3: VS-201YC 2x1 s-Video Switcher Technical Specifications 13
Table 4: Hex Codes 14
Table 5: Protocol Definitions 14
Table 6: Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 15
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Introduction
1 Introduction
Welcome to Kramer Electronics (since 1981): a world of unique, creative and
affordable solutions to the infinite range of problems that confront the video,
audio and presentation professional on a daily basis. In recent years, we have
redesigned and upgraded most of our line, making the best even better! Our
500-plus different models now appear in 8 Groups1, which are clearly defined
by function.
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VS-201YC 2x1 s-Video Switcher,
which is ideal for the following applications:
Presentation and display systems
CCTV and home theater applications
Rental and staging applications
The package includes the following items:
VS-201YC 2x1 s-Video Switcher
Power adapter (12V DC Input)
This user manual2
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 cables3
2.1 Quick Start
This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps.
1 GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Video and Audio Switchers, Matrix Switchers and Controllers; GROUP 3:
Video, Audio, VGA/XGA Processors; GROUP 4: Interfaces and Sync Processors; GROUP 5: Twisted Pair Interfaces;
GROUP 6: Accessories and Rack Adapters; GROUP 7: Scan Converters and Scalers; and GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors
2 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from our Web site: http://www.kramerelectronics.com
3 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
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Getting Started
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KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY
Overview
3 Overview
The VS-201YC is a 2x1 switcher for s-Video signals that lets you switch
either the signal at input 1 or input 2 to the output.
In particular, the VS-201YC:
Features video input and output signals on 4p connectors
Has two selector buttons for selecting the input to route to the output
To achieve the best performance:
Connect only good quality connection cables, thus avoiding
interference, deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching,
and elevated noise levels (often associated with low quality cables)
Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may
adversely influence signal quality and position your Kramer
VS-201YC away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust
Caution – No operator-serviceable parts inside unit.
Warning – Use only the Kramer Electronics input power
wall adapter that is provided with this unit1.
Warning – Disconnect power and unplug unit from wall
before installing or removing device or servicing unit.
1 For example: model number AD2512C, part number 2535-000251
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Your VS-201YC 2x1 s-Video Switcher
4 Your VS-201YC 2x1 s-Video Switcher
Figure 1, Figure 2, Figure 3 and Table 1 define the VS-201YC:
Figure 1: VS-201YC 2x1 s-Video Switcher
Figure 2: VS-201YC 2x1 s-Video Switcher (Top Side Panel)
Figure 3: VS-201YC 2x1 s-Video Switcher (Lower Side Panel)
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KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY
Your VS-201YC 2x1 s-Video Switcher
Table 1: VS-201YC 2x1 s-Video Switcher Features
# Feature Function
1 12VDC +12V DC connector for powering the unit
2 RS-232 DB 9F Port Connects to the PC or the Remote Controller1
3 OUTPUT 4p Connector Connect to the s-Video acceptor
4 INPUT 2 4p Connector Connect to the s-Video source 2
5 INPUT 1 4p Connector Connect to the s-Video source 1
6 IN 1 SELECT Button Press to select input 1 to switch to the output
7 IN 2 SELECT Button Press to select input 2 to switch to the output
8 ON LED Illuminates when receiving power
Figure 4 and Table 2 define the underside of the VS-201YC:
Figure 4: VS-201YC 2x1 s-Video Switcher Underside
Table 2: VS-201YC 2x1 s-Video Switcher Underside Features
# Feature Function
1 PROGRAM
Switch
Select OFF (by sliding to the left) for normal operation (the factory default), and ON
(by sliding to the right) to upgrade to the latest Kramer firmware (see section 6)
1 Via a null-modem connection
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