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
Contents
Tables
Table 1: VS-84H 8x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Front Panel Features 6
Table 2: VS-84H 8x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Rear Panel Features 7
Table 3: Technical Specifications of the VS-84H 8x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher 16
Table 4: Default Communication Parameters 19
Table 5: Protocol Definitions 20
Table 6: Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 21
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KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY
Introduction
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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.
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VS-84H 8x4 HDMI Matrix
Switcher.
The VS-84H is ideal for conference room presentations and advertising
applications as well as for rental and staging.
Each package includes the following items:
• VS-84H 8x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher
• Power cord
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• 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 manual
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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
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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
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3 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from http://www.kramerelectronics.com
4 The complete list of Kramer cables is available from http://www.kramerelectronics.com
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