Kramer Electronics VS-42H User Manual

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.

USER MANUAL

Model:

VS-42H

4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher

Contents

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Contents

1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 1

2.1 Quick Start 2

3 Overview 3

3.1 Defining EDID 3

3.2 About HDMI 4

3.3 Recommendations for Best Performance 5

3.4 Terminology Used in this User Manual 5

4 Your VS-42H 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher 5
5 Installing the VS-42H in a Rack 8
6 Connecting a VS-42H 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher 9
7 Operating the VS-42H 11

7.1 Acquiring the EDID 11

7.2 Storing and Recalling a Setting 12

7.3 Connecting a PC 13

7.4 Controlling via ETHERNET 13

7.4.1 Connecting the ETHERNET Port directly to a PC (Crossover Cable) 13

7.4.2 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub (Straight-Through Cable) 15

7.4.3 Control Configuration via the Ethernet Port 15

8 Technical Specifications 15
9 EDID Factory Default Data 16
10 Kramer Protocol 2000 18

Figures

Figure 1: VS-42H 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher 6
Figure 2: Connecting a VS-42H 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher 10
Figure 3: Local Area Connection Properties Window 14
Figure 4: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window 14

Tables

Table 1: Terminology Used in this User Manual 5
Table 2: VS-42H 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher Front Panel Features 7
Table 3: VS-42H 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher Rear Panel Features 7
Table 4: Technical Specifications of the VS-42H 15
Table 5: Protocol Definitions 18
Table 6: Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 19