Kramer Electronics VS-44HDxl User Manual

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.

USER MANUAL

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Model:

VS-44HDxl

3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher

Contents

Introduction 1

Getting Started 1

2.1 Quick Start 1

Overview 3

Your VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher 4

4.1 Using the IR Transmitter 7

Installing on a Rack 8

Connecting Your VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher 9

6.1 Connecting the VS-44HDxl in the Dual-Link Mode 11

6.2 Working Mode Setting 12

6.3 Dipswitch Setting 13

6.3.1 Setting the Machine # Dipswitches 13

6.4 Controlling via RS-232 (for example, using a PC) 14

6.5 Controlling via the RS-485 Port 15

6.6 Factory Reset 15

6.7 Switching Genlocked Video Signals 16

6.8 Controlling via ETHERNET 16

6.8.1 Connecting the ETHERNET Port directly to a PC (Crossover Cable) 16

6.8.2 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub (Straight-Through Cable) 18

6.8.3 Configuring the Ethernet Port 18

6.9 Controlling via the REMOTE Connector 18

Operating the VS-44HDxl 19

7.1 Switching OUT-IN Combinations 19

7.1.1 Switch OUT-IN Combinations 19

7.1.2 Switch OUT-IN Combinations in the Dual-Link Mode 20

7.2 Confirming Settings 20

7.2.1 Toggling between the AT ONCE and CONFIRM Modes 20

7.2.2 Confirming a Switching Action 21

7.3 Storing/Recalling Input/Output Configurations 21

7.3.1 Storing an Input/Output Configuration 21

7.3.2 Recalling an Input/Output Configuration 22

7.4 Locking the Front Panel 22

Technical Specifications 23

Table of Hex Codes for Serial Communication 23

Kramer Protocol 2000 24

Contents

Figures

Figure 1: VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher 5 Figure 2: Connecting the VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher 10 Figure 3: Connecting the Dual-Link VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher 12 Figure 4: VS-44HDxl SETUP Dipswitches 13 Figure 5: Connecting a PC without using a Null-modem Adapter 14 Figure 6: Controlling via RS-485 (for example, using an RC-3000) 15 Figure 7: Local Area Connection Properties Window 17 Figure 8: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window 17 Figure 9: Using the REMOTE Connector 18

Tables

Table 1: Front Panel VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher 6 Table 2: Rear Panel VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher 7 Table 3: Machine # Dipswitch Settings 13 Table 4: Technical Specifications of the VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI Matrix Switcher 23 Table 5: VS-44HDxl Hex Codes for Switching via RS-232/RS-485 23 Table 6: Protocol Definitions 24 Table 7: Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 25

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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 groups1 that are clearly defined by function.

Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher. This product is ideal for:

 Broadcasting and production studios  Presentation applications

The package includes the following items:

 VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher  Null-modem adapter, infrared remote control transmitter and power cord  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: Switchers a nd 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; GROUP 11: Sierra Products

2 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from the Internet at this URL: http://www.kramerelectronics.com

3 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com

Getting Started

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Overview

3 Overview

The Kramer VS-44HDxl can be used as a high performance 4x4 matrix switcher or as a dual-link 2x2 switcher that lets you simultaneously route any of the inputs to any or all of the outputs for all SDI video signals, using BNC connectors.

In particular, the VS-44HDxl:  Supports up to 300m cable equalization (300m for SD1 signals, 200m for

1.5GHz HD2 signals, and 100m for 3GHz HD signals)

 Operates up to 2.97Gbps – enabling it to be used for standard definition, high

definition and the new 3G high definition serial digital video signals (SD/HD-SDI)

 Is SMPTE 259M, 292M, 424M and 372M (for dual-link HD-SDI signals)

compliant and supports data rates of 270Mbps, 1483.5Mbps, 1485Mbps and 2970Mbps

 Features reclocking and equalization on each input, the storing and

recalling of setups, and a TAKE button for the execution of multiple switches all at once

 Has selector buttons that automatically light up in different colors—green,

when the VS-44HDxl detects a ‘standard definition’ signal, or blue, when it detects a ‘high definition’ signal

 Features the ability to switch genlocked video signals according to timing of

the GENLOCK reference input. Switching according to the Bi-level or Tri-level Genlock input according to SMPTE RP-1683

The VS-44HDxl, which is housed in a 19" 1U rack mountable enclosure, and is fed from a 100-240 VAC universal switching power supply, can be controlled via the front panel buttons or via the:

 Infrared remote control transmitter  Infrared remote extension cable transmitter  Remotely, by RS 232 or RS 485 serial commands transmitted by a touch

screen system, PC, or other serial controller

 ETHERNET  Remote contact closure for forced operation

1 Standard Definition (SD) means an NTSC or PAL compatible video format, consisting of 480 (for NTSC) or 576 (for PAL)

lines of interlaced video

2 High Definition (HD) means a video format, consisting of 720 active lines of progressive video or 1080 lines of progressive

or interlaced video

3 The sources must be genlocked to the GENLOCK input in order to switch cleanly

Your VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher

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-44HDxl away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust

4 Your VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher

Figure 1, Table 1, and Table 2 define the VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher.

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3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher

Your VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher

Figure 1: VS-44HDxl

Your VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher

Table 1: Front Panel VS-44HDxl

# Feature Function

1 IR Receiver The red LED is illuminated when receiving signals from the Infra-red

2 POWER Switch Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF 3 INPUT SELECTOR

(DUAL LINK) Buttons

4 OUTPUT SELECTOR

(DUAL LINK) Buttons

5 STO (STORE) Button Pressing STO followed by an INPUT / OUTPUT button stores the

6 TAKE Button Pressing TAKE toggles the mode between the CONFIRM mode3 and

7 RCL (RECALL) Button Pressing the RCL button and the corresponding INPUT / OUTPUT

8 ALL Button Pressing ALL followed by an INPUT button, connects that input to all

9 OFF Button An OFF-OUT combination disconnects that output from the inputs; an

10 LOCK Button Disengages the front panel buttons 11 7-segment Display Displays the selected input switched to the output (marked above

remote control transmitter

Select the input to switch to the output (from 1 to 4). In the dual-link mode, select input 1 or 2 to switch dual-link 1 or 2 to

the outputs Press IN buttons 1, 2 and 3 simultaneously, to reset the machine to its

factory default values1 (see section 6.6) Use to set the resolution when switching genlocked video signals (see section 6.7)

Select the output to which the input is switched (from 1 to 4) In the dual-link mode, select output DUAL LINK 1 or DUAL LINK 2 to

which the input is switched

current setting2

the AT ONCE mode (user confirmation per action is unnecessary). When in CONFIRM mode, the TAKE button implements a pending operation4

key recalls a setup from the non-volatile memory. After pressing the same memory location the second time, the settings will take effect

outputs5

OFF-ALL combination disconnects all the outputs Press and hold6 to toggle between the 4x4 switcher mode and the

dual-link 2x2 switcher mode

each input)

3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher

1 The 7-segmant display shows 1234 indicating that the operation mode is normal, and that the setups stored via the

INPUT/OUTPUT buttons have been erased

2 For example, press STO and then the Output button # 3 to store in Setup # 3

3 When in Confirm mode, the TAKE button illuminates

4 See section 7.2

5 For example, press ALL and then Input button # 2 to connect input # 2 to all the outputs

6 For more than 3 seconds

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Table 2: Rear Panel VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher

# Feature Function

12 GENLOCK BNC Connector Connect to the Genlock source 13

TERM 75 Button Press to terminate the Genlock source (75) or release for looping1 14 LOOP BNC Connector Connect to the GENLOCK connector of the next unit in the line 15 DUAL LINK INPUT BNC

Connectors 16 INPUT BNC Connectors Connect to the serial digital video sources (from 1 to 4) 17 DUAL LINK OUTPUT BNC

Connectors 18 OUTPUT BNC Connectors Connect to the serial digital video acceptors (from 1 to 4) 19 REMOTE Terminal Block

Connector 20 RS-232 9-pin D-sub Port Connects to the PC or the Remote Controller2 21 RS-485 Detachable

Terminal Block Port 22 SETUP Dipswitches Dipswitches for setup of the unit 23 REMOTE IR Opening4 Connects to an external IR receiver unit for controlling the machine via an

24 ETHERNET Connector Connects to the PC or other Serial Controller through computer networking 25 Power Connector with Fuse AC connector enabling power supply to the unit

In the dual-link mode, connect the source to inputs 1 and 2 and/or inputs 3 and 4 (DUAL LINK 1 and/or DUAL LINK 2)

In the dual-link mode, connect the acceptors to outputs 1 and 2 and/or outputs 3 and 4 (DUAL LINK 1 and/or DUAL LINK 2)

Connect to contact closure switches (see section 6.9)

Pin G is for the Ground connection3; pins B (-) and A (+) are for RS-485

IR remote controller (instead of using the front panel IR receiver)5

4.1 Using the IR Transmitter

You can use the RC-IR2 IR transmitter to control the machine via the built-in IR receiver on the front panel or, instead, via an optional external IR receiver6. The external IR receiver can be located 15 meters away from the machine. This distance can be extended to up to 60 meters when used with three extension cables7.

Before using the external IR receiver, be sure to arrange for your Kramer dealer to insert the internal IR connection cable8 with the 3.5mm connector that fits into the REMOTE IR opening on the rear panel.

Connect the external IRreceiver to the REMOTE IR 3.5mm connector.

1 Push in to terminate the input. Release when the input extends to another unit

2 Via a null-modem connection

3 The ground connection is sometimes connected to the shield of the RS-485 cable. In most applications, the ground is not

connected

4 Covered by a cap. The 3.5mm connector at the end of the internal IR connection cable fits through this opening

5 Optional. Can be used instead of the front panel (built-in) IR receiver to remotely control the machine (only if the internal

IR connection cable has been installed)

6 Model: C-A35M/IRR-50

7 Model: C-A35M/A35F-50

8 P/N: 505-70434010-S

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