
Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Model:
VS-66HDCP
6 x 6 DVI Matrix Switcher

Contents
Contents
1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 1
2.1 Quick Start 2
3 Overview 3
3.1 About HDCP 3
3.2 Recommendations for Best Performance 4
4 Your VS-66HDCP 4
4.1 Using the IR Transmitter 7
5 Installing the VS-66HDCP in a Rack 8
6 Connecting the VS-66HDCP 6 x 6 DVI Matrix Switcher 9
7 Operating the VS-66HDCP 6 x 6 DVI Matrix Switcher 10
7.1 Routing Inputs to Outputs 11
7.2 Disconnecting the Outputs 11
7.3 Storing and Recalling a Setup 11
7.4 Acquiring the EDID 12
7.4.1 Acquiring an EDID from a Single Connected Output 12
7.4.2 Acquiring an EDID from Several Sets of Inputs and Outputs 12
7.4.3 Acquiring an EDID from Several Connected Outputs Automatically 13
7.4.4 Acquiring the Default EDID 14
7.5 Connecting to the VS-66HDCP via RS-232 14
7.6 Operating via the ETHERNET 14
7.6.1 Connecting the ETHERNET Port directly to a PC (Crossover Cable) 14
7.6.2 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub (Straight-Through Cable) 16
7.6.3 Control Configuration via the Ethernet Port 16
8 Technical Specifications 16
9 Default Communication Parameters 17
10 Hex Table 17
11 Kramer Protocol 2000 18
Figures
Figure 1: VS-66HDCP 6 x 6 DVI Matrix Switcher Front and Rear Views 5
Figure 2: Connecting the VS-66HDCP 6 x 6 DVI Matrix Switcher
Figure 3: SELECTOR Buttons 11
Figure 4: Local Area Connection Properties Window
Figure 5: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window
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Tables
Table 1: VS-66HDCP 6 x 6 DVI Matrix Switcher Front Panel Features 6
Table 2: VS-66HDCP 6 x 6 DVI Matrix Switcher Rear Panel Features 6
Table 3: VS-66HDCP Technical Specifications
Table 4: Default Communication Parameters
Table 5: VS-66HDCP Hex Codes for Switching via RS-232/RS-485
Table 6: Protocol Definitions 18
Table 7: Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000
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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 groups
defined by function.
Thank you for purchasing the Kramer VS-66HDCP 6 x 6 DVI Matrix
Switcher, which is ideal for conference room presentations and advertising
applications, as well as for rental and staging.
Each package includes the following items:
• The VS-66HDCP 6 x 6 DVI Matrix Switcher
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• Power cord
• Windows®-based Kramer control software
• Windows®-based Ethernet Configuration Manager and Virtual Serial
Port Manager
• Kramer RC-IR3 Infrared Remote Control Transmitter (including the
required batteries and a separate user manual
• This user manual4
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that are clearly
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
1 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; GROUP 11: Sierra Products
2 We recommend that you use only the power cord supplied with this device
3 Downloadable from our Web site at
4 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from our Web site at
5 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at
http://www.kramerelectronics.com
http://www.kramerelectronics.com
http://www.kramerelectronics.com
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