Kramer Electronics VS-41HDCP User Manual

KRAMER ELECTRONIC S LTD.

USER MANUAL

MODEL:

VS-4 1HDC P

4x1DVI Switcher

P/N: 2900-000522 Re v 3

VS-41HDCP – Contents

Contents

1 Introduction 1 2 Getting Started 2

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2

2.2 Safety Instructions 2

2.3 Recycling Kramer Products 3

3 Overview 4 4 Defining the VS-41HDCP 4x1 DVI Switcher 5 5 Connecting a VS-41HDCP 4x1 DVI Switcher 6

5.1 Connecting to the VS-41HDCP via RS-232 7

6 Operating the VS-41HDCP 8

6.1 The PC and DVD Modes 8

6.2 Setting the EDID 9

6.3 Controlling via the REMOTE Terminal Block Connector 10

6.4 Controlling the VS-41HDCP via the ETHERNET Port 11

6.5 Operating the VS-41HDCP Using a Web Browser 15

6.6 Log On to the VS-41HDCP Web Pages 15

7 Firmware Upgrade 19 8 Technical Specifications 20

8.1 Default Communication Parameters 20

9 Default EDID 21 10 Kramer Protocol 22

10.1 Switching Protocols 22

10.2 Kramer Protocol 3000 23

10.3 Syntax 32

Figures

Figure 1: VS-41HDCP 4x1 DVI Switcher Front Panel 5 Figure 2: VS-41HDCP 4x1 DVI Switcher Rear Panel 5 Figure 3: Connecting a VS-41HDCP 4x1 DVI Switcher 7 Figure 4: Connecting the Contact Closure Remote Control PINs 10 Figure 5: Local Area Connection Properties Window 12 Figure 6: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window 12 Figure 7: The Main Screen 13 Figure 8: Device Properties Screen 14 Figure 9: Java Test Page Success Message 15 Figure 10: The Loading Page 16 Figure 11: First Time Security Warning 16 Figure 12: VS-41HDCP Switching Matrix Page 17 Figure 13: Configurations Page 18

VS-41HDCP - Introduction

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 that are clearly defined by function.

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 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 and GROUP 11: Sierra Products.

Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VS-41HDCP 4x1 DVI Switcher. The VS-41HDCP is ideal for:

 Conference room presentations  Advertising applications  Rental and staging

VS-41HDCP - 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.

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

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 to avoid 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

 Position your Kramer VS-41HDCP away from moisture, excessive sunlight

and dust

2.2 Safety Instructions

VS-41HDCP - Getting Started

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/.

VS-41HDCP - Overview

3 Overview

The VS-41HDCP is a high quality 4x1 switcher for DVI signals that supports a maximum data rate of up to 6.75Gbps and is suitable for resolutions up to UXGA at 60Hz, and for all HD resolutions. It equalizes the signal and switches one of the four inputs to a single DVI output.

In particular, the VS-41HDCP features:

 HDCP (High Definition Digital Content Protection) compliance and HDTV

compatibility

 Four input selector buttons  A MUTE button to disconnect the output and a PANEL LOCK button to

prevent unwanted tampering with the buttons on the front panel

 A USB connector for setup and programming  I-EDIDPro™ Kramer Intelligent EDID Processing™ an intelligent EDID

handling & processing algorithm that ensures Plug and Play operation for DVI systems.

 Compact size. Two units can be rack mounted side-by-side in a 1U rack

space with the optional Kramer RK-1 rack kit

Control the VS-41HDCP using the front panel buttons, or remotely via:

 RS-232 serial commands (using Kramer 2000 and 3000 Protocols)

transmitted by a touch screen system, PC, or other serial controller

 The Kramer infrared remote control transmitter  The ETHERNET  Remote control contact closure

VS-41HDCP - Defining the VS-41HDCP 4x1 DVI Switcher

Feature

Function

IR Receiver

The yellow LED lights when receiving signals from the Infrared remote control transmitter

ON LED

Lights when receiving power

MUTE Button

Press to toggle disconnecting the output

INPUT SELECTOR

Buttons

Press an INPUT button to select that input (from 1 to 4)

EDID Button

Press to acquire the EDID. This button illuminates when configuring the EDID

PANEL LOCK Button

Press to toggle disengaging the front panel buttons

Feature

Function

INPUT DVI Connectors

Connect to the DVI sources (from 1 to 4)

REMOTE Terminal Block Connectors

Connect to a contact closure switch (see Section 6.1)

OUTPUT DVI Connector

Connect to the DVI acceptor

RS-232 9-pin D-sub Port

Connects to the PC or the RS-232 Remote Controller

SETUP/PROG USB Connector

Connect to a computer for firmware upgrade

PROG. Button

Push in for “Program” to upgrade to the latest Kramer

firmware (see Section 7), or release for Normal (the factory default)

ETHERNET Connector

Connects to the PC or other Ethernet Controller

5V DC

+5V DC connector for powering the unit

4 Defining the VS-41HDCP 4x1 DVI Switcher

Figure 1: VS-41HDCP 4x1 DVI Switcher Front Panel

Figure 2: VS-41HDCP 4x1 DVI Switcher Rear Panel

VS-41HDCP - Connecting a VS-41HDCP 4x1 DVI Switcher

Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your VS-41HDCP. After connecting your VS-41HDCP, connect its power and then switch on the power to each device.

5 Connecting a VS-41HDCP 4x1 DVI Switcher

To connect the VS-41HDCP 4x1 DVI Switcher (as illustrated in Figure 3), do the following:

1. Connect up to four computer graphics sources to the inputs (1 to 4). You do not have to connect all the DVI sources.

2. Connect the OUTPUT DVI connector to a DVI acceptor (for example, a display).

3. If required, connect a PC and/or controller to the RS-232 port and/or the ETHERNET port (see Section 6.4).

4. Connect the 5V DC power adapter to the power socket and connect the adapter to the mains electricity (not shown in Figure 3).

5. If required, acquire the EDID (see Section 6.1).

Press an INPUT SELECTOR button (from 1 to 4) to choose which DVI input to route to the output.

VS-41HDCP - Connecting a VS-41HDCP 4x1 DVI Switcher

Figure 3: Connecting a VS-41HDCP 4x1 DVI Switcher

5.1 Connecting to the VS-41HDCP via RS-232

You can connect to the VS-41HDCP via an RS-232 connection using, for example, a PC. Note that a null-modem adapter/connection is not required.

To connect to the VS-41HDCP via RS-232:

 Connect the RS-232 9-pin D-sub rear panel port on the VS-41HDCP unit via a

9-wire straight cable (only pin 2 to pin 2, pin 3 to pin 3, and pin 5 to pin 5 need to be connected) to the RS-232 9-pin D-sub port on your PC

VS-41HDCP - Operating the VS-41HDCP

6 Operating the VS-41HDCP

This section describes how to:

 Operate the PC and DVD modes (see Section Section 6.1)  Acquire the EDID (see Section 6.2)  Control the machine via the REMOTE terminal block connector (see

Section 6.3)

 Control the machine via the ETHERNET port (see Section 6.4)  Control the machine via the Web pages (see Section 6.5)

6.1 The PC and DVD Modes

The VS-41HDCP has two operation modes that are specific per input: the PC mode (which is the factory default) and the DVD mode. The PC mode is used when connecting a computer or several computers to one or more of the inputs. The DVD mode is used when connecting a DVD or several DVDs to the inputs.

The PC mode and the DVD mode can be applied to a single input or to several inputs. For example, if you want to connect a computer to INPUT 1, another computer to INPUT 2, and DVD machines to INPUT 3 and INPUT 4, set INPUT 1 and INPUT 2 to the PC mode and INPUT 3 and INPUT 4 to the DVD mode.

To set the inputs to either the PC or DVD mode, do the following:

1. Turn off the POWER.

2. Press the PANEL LOCK button while turning the POWER on again.

3. Keep pressing and holding the PANEL LOCK button for a few seconds and then release it. The LOCK button blinks. If an input button illuminates, this indicates that that input is set to the DVD mode. If an input button is not illuminated, this indicates that that input is set to the PC mode.

VS-41HDCP - Operating the VS-41HDCP

PC Mode

DVD Mode

The input is connected to a computer

The input is connected to a multimedia application, such as a DVD, a set top box and so on

The EDID is available at all times (to prevent computer reset)

The EDID is available only when that input is connected to an output

The input EDID source is the default EDID or an acquired EDID (see Section 6.1)

The input EDID source is acquired directly from the connected output

4. Toggle between the PC mode (input button not illuminated) and the DVD mode (input button illuminated) by pressing that input.

5. Press the PANEL LOCK button to exit this mode.

The following table summarizes the differences between the PC mode and the DVD mode:

Note, that even if an input is set to the PC mode, you can connect a DVD player to that input and vice versa, a PC can be connected to an input that was set to the DVD mode.

6.2 Setting the EDID

You can acquire or change the EDID (see Section 6.2.1) or reset the machine to the default EDID (see Section 6.2.2).

If the connected output (for which EDID has already been acquired) is disconnected, the EDID button blinks and then ceases blinking when reconnecting the same output. When a new output is connected the EDID button blinks to indicate that new EDID information must be acquired.

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