Kramer Electronics VS-84H User Manual

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.

Preliminary

USER MANUAL

Model:

VS-84H

8x4 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 the EDID 3

3.2 About HDMI 4

3.3 About HDCP 4

3.4 Recommendations for Best Performance 5

4 Defining the VS-84H 8x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher 5

4.1 Using the IR Transmitter 8

5 Installing the VS-84H in a Rack 9
6 Connecting the VS-84H 8x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher 10
7 Operating the VS-84H 8x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher 11

7.1 Switching an Input to an Output 11

7.2 Acquiring the EDID 11

7.2.1 Acquiring the EDID from One Output 11

7.2.2 Acquiring the EDID from Several Outputs 12

7.2.3 Acquiring the Default EDID 12

7.3 Storing and Recalling a Switching Setting from a Preset 13

7.4 Resetting the VS-84H 8x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher’s IP Parameters 13

7.5 Connecting to the VS-84H 8x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher via RS-232 13

7.6 Connecting to the VS-84H 8x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher via Ethernet 14

7.6.1 Connecting the Ethernet Port directly to a PC 14

7.6.2 Connecting the Ethernet Port via a Network Hub 15

8 Upgrading the Firmware 15
9 Technical Specifications 16
10 Default EDID 16
11 Default Communication Parameters 19
12 Kramer Protocol 2000 20

Figures

Figure 1: VS-84H 8x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Front Panel 6
Figure 2: VS-84H 8x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Rear Panel 7
Figure 3: Connecting the VS-84H 8x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher 10
Figure 4: Local Area Connection Properties Window 14
Figure 5: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window 15