Kramer Electronics VS-311H User Manual
KRAMER ELECTRONIC S LTD.
USER MANUAL
MODEL:
VS-3 11 H
Automatic HDMI/Audio
Switcher
P/N: 2900-000666 Rev 3
VS-311H – Contents
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Contents
1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 2
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2
2.2 Safety Instructions 3
2.3 Recycling Kramer Products 3
3 Overview 4
3.1 Defining the VS-311H Automatic HDMI/Audio Switcher 5
4 Connecting the VS-311H 7
4.1 Setting the DIP-Switches 8
4.2 Priority Switching Applications 9
4.3 Connecting the Contact Closure Remote Control PINs 9
4.4 Connecting to the VS-311H via RS-232 10
4.5 Controlling via ETHERNET 11
5 Technical Specifications 14
6 Protocol 2000 15
6.1 Syntax 15
6.2 Instruction Codes 16
Figures
Figure 1: VS-311H Automatic HDMI/Audio Switcher 5
Figure 2: Connecting the VS-311H Automatic HDMI/Audio Switcher 8
Figure 3: DIP-Switches 8
Figure 4: Connecting the Contact Closure Remote Control PINS 10
Figure 5: Crossed Cable RS-232 Connection 10
Figure 6: Straight Cable RS-232 Connection with a Null Modem Adapter 11
Figure 7: Local Area Connection Properties Window 12
Figure 8: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window 13
VS-311H - 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 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 Products.
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VS-311H Automatic HDMI/Audio
Switcher, which is ideal for the following typical applications:
Systems requiring automatic HDMI routing
Presentation and multimedia applications
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VS-311H - 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.
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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
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 neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely
influence signal quality
Position your Kramer VS-311H away from moisture, excessive sunlight and
dust
VS-311H - Getting Started
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Caution:
There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit
Warning:
Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall
adapter that is provided with the unit
Warning:
Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall
before installing
Term
Definition
802.3
The standard specification for ETHERNET that is maintained by
the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE).
Dynamic Host Configuration
Protocol (DHCP)
Allows the network administrator to distribute IP addresses from a
central point and automatically send a new IP address when an
Ethernet point is plugged into a different network location.
Gateway
A network position serving as an entry to another network. On the
Internet, a node or stopping point can be either a gateway node or
a host (end-point) node.
IP Address
A 32-binary digit number that identifies each sender or receiver
(within a network via a particular server or workstation) of data
(HTML pages or e-mails) that is sent in packets across the
Internet. Every device connected to an IP network must have a
unique IP address. This address is used to reference the specific
unit.
Local Area Network (LAN)
Computers sharing a common communications line or wireless
link, which often share a server within a defined geographic area.
Media Access Control (MAC)
Address
A computer's unique hardware number (or address) in a LAN or
other network. On an Ethernet LAN, the (MAC) address is identical
to the Ethernet address.
Transmission Control
Protocol/Internet Protocol
(TCP/IP)
The basic communication language or protocol of the Internet that
breaks the message into appropriately sized packets for the
network, and can be used as a communications protocol in an
intranet or an extranet.
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2.2 Safety Instructions
2.3 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/.
2.4 Terminology Used in this User Manual
The following table defines some terms that are used in this user manual.
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VS-311H - Overview
3 Overview
The VS-311H is a high-performance 3x1 HDCP- compatible automatic switcher for
HDMI signals, digital audio (S/PDIF) signals and stereo audio signals.
The VS-311H switches any one of three HDMI, HDCP compliant sources to a
single display device, on HDMI connectors with the corresponding:
Digital audio (S/PDIF) input signals switched to an S/PDIF output, on RCA
connectors and/or
Unbalanced stereo audio input signals on 3.5 mini-jack connectors switched
to an unbalanced stereo audio output on a 3.5 mini-jack connector, as well
as to a balanced stereo audio output on a 5-pin terminal block connector
The VS-311H can operate either in the manual mode or in the auto mode.
In the manual mode, the VS-311H acts as a regular switcher, switching the input
video and audio signals to the output via the three front panel INPUT SELECT
buttons.
In the auto mode, you can switch any input to the output via the three front panel
INPUT SELECT buttons, but once the selected video signal is lost, the machine
automatically switches to the highest priority input, according to the input priority
setup. The VS-311H switches back to the primary input when an HDMI signal is
detected on that input.
When selecting an INPUT SELECT button, via the manual or auto mode, that
button lights. Pressing an illuminated button deselects that input and that button no
longer lights.
The VS-311H is housed in a desktop-sized enclosure and is 12V DC fed.
Control the VS-311H using the front panel buttons, or remotely via:
RS-232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system, PC, or other
serial controller
The Kramer infrared remote control transmitter
The ETHERNET
Remote control contact closure
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