Kramer Electronics VS-88V User Manual
Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Models:
VS-88A,
VS-88V,
SD-7588V,
8 x 8 Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher
8 x 8 Video Matrix Switcher
8 x 8 SDI Matrix Switcher
Contents
Contents
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2.1 Quick Start 2
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4.1 Your VS-88A 8 x 8 Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher 4
4.2 Your VS-88V 8x8 Video Matrix Switcher 7
4.3 Your SD-7588V 8x8 SDI Matrix Switcher 10
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6.1 Connecting a VS-88A 15
6.2 Connecting a VS-88V 16
6.3 Connecting an SD-5788V 17
6.4 Connecting the Stereo Audio Input/Output 18
6.5 Connecting Several Units and the PC 18
6.6 Connecting a Component, Y/C, RGBS or RGBHV Switcher 19
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7.1 Understanding Modes 20
7.1.1 System Modes 21
7.1.2 Confirmation Modes 21
7.2 Setup Information 22
7.2.1 Setting DIP-Switches 22
7.2.2 Setup Capacity 23
7.2.3 Switching the Power On 23
7.2.4 Timeout and Priority 23
7.3 Using the Pushbutton Controls 23
7.3.1 Storing a Setting 23
7.3.2 Recalling a Setting 24
7.3.3 Locking and Unlocking Settings 24
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Introduction 1
Getting Started 1
Overview 3
Your Matrix Switchers 3
Installing in a Rack 13
Connecting Your 88 Series Matrix Switchers 14
Operation 20
Technical Specifications 24
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Figures
Figure 1: VS-88A 8x8 Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher 5
Figure 2: VS-88V 8x8 Video Matrix Switcher 8
Figure 3: SD-7588V 8x8 SDI Matrix Switcher 11
Figure 4: Connecting the VS-88A 15
Figure 5: Connecting the VS-88V 16
Figure 6: Connecting the SD-5788V 17
Figure 7: Connecting a Balanced Stereo Audio Input and Output 18
Figure 8: Connecting an Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input 18
Figure 9: Connecting an Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output 18
Figure 10: System Connection: Switchers and the PC 19
Figure 11: Component Switcher: VS-88V Group Connection 20
Figure 12: Rear Panel DIP-switches 22
Tables
Table 1: VS-88A 8x8 Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher Features 6
Table 2: VS-88V 8x8 Video Matrix Switcher Features 9
Table 3: SD-7588V 8x8 SDI Matrix Switcher Features 12
Table 4: Rear Panel DIP-switches 22
Table 5: Machine # DIP-switch Settings 22
Table 6: Push Button Sequence Summary 24
Table 7: Technical Specifications for the VS-88A 25
Table 8: Technical Specifications for the VS-88V 25
Table 9: Technical Specifications for the SD-7588V 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.
Thank you for purchasing your Kramer 88 Series switcher: VS-88A,
VS-88V, and/or SD-7588V. These products are ideal for:
Broadcast studios for on-air switching and signal routing
Production studios, for connecting various sources to acceptors
Non-linear editing suites and presentation applications
Each switcher package also includes the following items:
Power cord2
Windows®-based Kramer control software3
This user manual4
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 cables5
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 http://www.kramerelectronics.com
4 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from the Internet at this URL: http://www.kramerelectronics.com
5 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
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Getting Started
2.1 Quick Start
This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps.
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Overview
3 Overview
The 88 Series is a group of 8x8 vertical interval matrix switchers for
video/stereo audio/data signals that support the simultaneous connection of
one or more inputs to several outputs1.
The major innovation with the 88 Series is the ability to switch different
kinds of signals simultaneously. Vertical interval switching ensures an
undisturbed picture transition. Switching is implemented according to the
SMPTE RP-168 standard, when using synchronized SDI sources.
The 88 Series includes the following items:
VS-88A 8 x 8 Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher
VS-88V 8 x 8 Video Matrix Switcher
SD-7588V 8 x 8 SDI Matrix Switcher
To achieve the best performance:
Use only good quality connection cables2 to avoid 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
products away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust
4 Your Matrix Switchers
This section describes the products3 in the 88 Series range that can function
separately4 or switch together in the same manner in the In System mode5.
1 However, you cannot connect two or more inputs to a single output
2 Available from Kramer Electronics on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
3 Switchers in the 88 Series share identical front panel controls. The VS-88V and SD-7588V have rear panel BNC
connectors. The VS-88A has rear panel detachable terminal block connectors
4 Standalone
5 Section 7.1 describes the different modes
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Your Matrix Switchers
4.1 Your VS-88A 8 x 8 Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher
The VS-88A is a high-performance 8x8 stereo audio matrix switcher for
balanced audio stereo signals using detachable terminal block connectors. In
addition, the VS-88A:
Is a true matrix switcher, enabling the user to simultaneously route
any input to any or all outputs
Delivers excellent audio performance ensuring that it remains
transparent in almost any audio application
Is controllable via the front panel buttons as well as the built-in
RS-232 and RS-485 interfaces
Includes 15 preset memory locations for quickly and easily
accessing the most frequently used configurations
Functions as a standalone unit as well as part of a Kramer multi-
signal switcher system1
Figure 1 and Table 1 define the VS-88A:
1 Which includes digital and analog video, digital and analog audio and RS-422 control switchers. When integrated in a
system, it switches together with the video during the vertical interval, thus supporting true IN SYSTEM mode
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Your Matrix Switchers
Figure 1: VS-88A 8x8 Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher
Your Matrix Switchers
Table 1: VS-88A 8x8 Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher Features
# Feature Function
1 POWER Switch Illuminated switch supplying power to the unit
2 ALL Button Pressing ALL before pressing an IN button, connects that input to all outputs1
3 OFF Button Pressing OFF after pressing an OUT button disconnects that output from the
4 OUT Select the output to which the input is switched (from 1 to 8)
SELECT
Buttons
5 STO Button Pressing STO (Store) followed by an output button stores the current setting
6 RCL Button Pressing the RCL (Recall) button and the corresponding OUT key recalls a
7 IN SYSTEM Button Pressing IN SYSTEM twice3, switches between the Standalone mode (in which
8 TAKE Button
(TAKE = CONFIRM)
9 OUTPUT labels Identifies a connection between the output and the input shown below it
INPUT Status Display Displays the selected input switched to the output (marked above each input)
10 INPUT Terminal Block
Connectors
11 OUTPUT Terminal
Block Connectors
12 MACHINE # DIP-switches setup (see section 7.2.1)
13 RS-485 Connector RS-485 detachable terminal block port. Pins # 1 to # 3 are for RS 485 and pin #
14 Power Connector with
Fuse
15 RS-232 OUT 9-pin
D-sub Connector
16 RS-232 IN 9-pin
D-sub Connector
inputs. To turn off the connections, press the ALL button and then the OFF
button
IN Select the input to switch to the output (from 1 to 8)
(see section 7.3.1)2
setup. Press the RCL button again to implement the new status (see section
7.3.2)
the switcher implements any action independently from the others) and the In
System mode (in which all switchers implement the same action simultaneously)
Pressing TAKE toggles the mode between the CONFIRM mode4 and the AT
ONCE mode (user confirmation per action is unnecessary)
Connect to balanced stereo audio sources (from 1 to 8)
Connect to balanced stereo audio acceptors (from 1 to 8)
4 is for vertical sync distribution5
AC connector enabling power supply to the unit
Connects to the RS-232 IN 9-pin D-sub port of the next unit in the daisy-chain
connection6
Connects to PC
1 For example, press ALL and then Input button # 2 to connect input # 2 to all the outputs
2 For example, press STO and then the Output button # 3 to store in Setup # 3
3 After pressing IN SYSTEM once, it blinks
4 When in Confirm mode, the TAKE button illuminates
5 The 88 Series RS-485 connector has 4 pins, and the Remote Controller RS-485 connector has just 3 pins
6 If the unit is the final unit in the daisy-chain connection, no termination is required
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