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Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
Preliminary
USER MANUAL
Model:
VS-88SDI
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Contents
Contents
1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 1
2.1 Quick Start 2
3 Overview 3
4 Your VS-88SDI 8x8 SDI Matrix Switcher 4
4.1 Using the IR Transmitter 7
5 Installing the VS-88SDI in a Rack 8
6 Connecting the VS-88SDI 9
6.1 Connecting the RS-232 Port 10
6.1.1 Determining the Machine Number 11
6.1.2 Setting the DIP-Switches 11
6.2 Connecting a PC or Controller to the RS-485 Port 12
6.2.1 Setting the Address Switches 12
6.2.2 Setting the Line Termination 13
6.3 Factory Reset 13
6.4 Switching Genlocked Video Signals 13
6.5 Connecting the Ethernet Port 13
6.5.1 Connecting the ETHERNET Port Directly to a PC (Crossover Cable) 14
6.5.2 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub (Straight-Through Cable) 15
6.6 Configuring the Ethernet Port 15
6.7 Controlling via the Ethernet Port 17
6.8 Using the Ethernet Reset Button 17
7 Operating the VS-88SDI 18
7.1 Operating the VS-88SDI from the Front Panel 18
7.1.1 Power On Display 18
7.1.2 Using the AT ONCE and CONFIRM Modes 18
7.1.3 Switching in the AT ONCE Mode 18
7.1.4 Toggling Between Modes 19
7.1.5 Switching in the CONFIRM Mode 19
7.1.6 Storing an Input/Output Configuration 19
7.1.7 Recalling an Input/Output Configuration 20
7.1.8 Locking the Front Panel 20
7.1.9 Switching Protocols 20
7.1.10 Indicating Errors 20
7.2 Using Serial Commands 21
7.3 Using the Infrared Remote Controller 21
8 Technical Specifications 21
9 Communication Parameters 22
10 Using the P3K Wizard 22
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10.1 Changing the Device Parameters 22
10.2 Updating the VS-88SDI Firmware 25
11 Kramer Protocol 3000 26
11.1 Switching Protocols 26
11.2 Kramer Protocol 3000 Syntax 27
11.2.1 Host Message Format 27
11.2.1.1 Simple Command 27
11.2.1.2 Command String 27
11.2.2 Device Message Format 27
11.2.2.1 Device Long Response 27
11.2.3 Command Terms 28
11.2.4 Entering Commands 28
11.2.5 Command Forms 29
11.2.6 Command Chaining 29
11.2.7 Maximum Stri ng Length 29
11.2.8 Backward Support 29
11.3 Kramer Protocol 3000 Commands 30
11.3.1 Device Initiated Messages 30
11.3.2 Result and Error Codes 30
11.3.3 Basic Routing Commands 30
11.3.4 Preset Commands 31
11.3.5 Operation Commands 31
11.3.6 Machine Information Commands 31
11.3.7 Identification Commands 32
11.3.8 Network Setting Commands 32
12 Hex Table (Protocol 2000) 33
13 Kramer Protocol 2000 34
Figures
Figure 1: VS-88SDI 8x8 SD I Matrix Switcher 5
Figure 2: Connecting the VS-88SDI 8x8 SDI Matrix Switcher 10
Figure 3: DIP-Switch Settings 12
Figure 4: Local Area Connection Properties Window 14
Figure 5: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window 15
Figure 6: Connect Screen 16
Figure 7: Device Properties Screen 17
Figure 8: P3K Wizard Screen 23
Figure 9: Connect Window 24
Figure 10: Device Properties Window 25
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Tables
Table 1: Front Panel VS-88SDI 8x8 SDI Matrix Switcher 6
Table 2: Rear Panel VS-88SDI 8x8 SDI Matrix Switcher 6
Table 3: Machine # DIP -Switch Settings 11
Table 4: DIP-Switch Settings 12
Table 5: Genlock Settings 13
Table 6: VS-88SDI Technical Specifications 21
Table 7: Communication Parameters 22
Table 8: VS-88SDI Hex Codes for Switching via RS-232/RS-485 33
Table 9: Protocol Definitions 34
Table 10: Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 35
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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 o f our line, making the best even better! Our
1,000-plus different models now appear in 11 groups
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that are clearly
defined b y function.
Thank you for purchasing the Kramer VS-88SDI , which is ideal for:
• Professional broadcasting and production studios
• Presentation applications
The package includes the following items:
• The VS-88SDI
• RC-IR3 remote control (with man ual)
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• Power cord
• This user manual
and rack “ears”
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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
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• 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 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
4 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
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