Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Model:
VS-41HD
4x1 HD/SD-SDI Switcher / DA
Contents
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Contents
1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 1
2.1 Quick Start 1
3 Overview 3
4 Your VS-41HD 4x1 HD/SD-SDI Switcher / DA 3
5 Installing on a Rack 6
6 Connecting Your VS-41HD 4x 1 HD/SD-SDI Switcher / DA 7
6.1 Dipswitch Settings 8
6.1.1 Setting the Machine ID Dipswitches 9
6.2 Controlling via RS-232 (for example, using a PC) 9
6.3 Controlling via the RS-485 Port 10
6.4 Switching two Genlocked Video Signals 11
6.5 Controlling via ETHERNET 11
6.5.1 Connecting the ETHERNET Port directly to a PC (Crossover Cable) 11
6.5.2 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Ne twork Hub ( Straight-Thro ug h C a bl e) 13
6.5.3 Configuring the Ethernet Port 13
6.6 Controlling via the C.C REMOTE Connector 13
7 Operating the VS-41HD 14
7.1 Locking the Front Panel 14
8 Technical Specifications 15
9 Kramer Protocol 2000 16
Figures
Figure 1: VS-41HD 4x1 HD/SD-SDI Switcher / DA 4
Figure 2: Connecting the VS-41HD 4x1 HD/SD-SDI Switcher / DA
Figure 3: VS-41HD SETUP Dipswitches
Figure 4: Connecting a PC without using a Null-modem Adapter
Figure 5: Controlling via RS-485 (for example, using an RC-3000) 10
Figure 6: Local Area Connection Properties Window
Figure 7: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window
Figure 8: Using the C.C REMOTE Connector
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Tables
Table 1: Front Panel VS-41HD 4x1 HD/SD-SDI Switcher / DA 5
Table 2: Rear Panel VS-41HD 4x1 HD/SD-SDI Switcher / DA 5
Table 3: Machine # DIP -switch Settings
Table 4: Technical Specifications of the VS-41HD 4x1 HD/SD-SDI Switcher / DA
Table 5: Protocol Definitions
Table 6: Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 17
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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 Kramer VS-41HD 4x1 HD/SD-SDI
Switcher / DA. This product is idea l for:
• Professional broadcasting and production studios
• Post production
The package includes the following items:
• VS-41HD 4x1 HD/SD-SDI Switcher / DA
• Null-modem adapter, infrared remote control transmitter and power cord
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• This user ma nual
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 cables
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2.1 Quick Start
This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps.
1 GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Matrix Switchers; GROUP 3: Control Systems;
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GROUP 10: Accessories and Rack Adapters; GROUP 11: Sierra Products
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3 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at
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