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Contents Contents 1 2 3 4 5 5.1 Introduction Getting Started Overview Your VS-81ETH 8x1 Universal CAT 5 Switcher Connecting and Controlling the VS-81ETH Connecting the VS-81ETH Rear Panel 1 2 2 2 4 5 5.1.1 5.1.2 5.1.3 Connecting the VS-81ETH as an 8x1 Switcher Connecting the VS-81ETH in the Reverse Direction Wiring the CAT5 LINE IN / LINE OUT RJ-45 Connectors 5 6 8 5.2 5.3 5.4 Controlling via RS-232 (for example, using a PC) Controlling via RS-485 Setting the Dipswitches 5.4.
Contents Figure 9: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window Figure 10: XPort™ Installer Main Dialog Box Figure 11: Device Found on the Network Figure 12: IP Address Assignment Dialog Box Figure 13: Ethernet Port Web-Manager Figure 14: Server Configuration in the Unit Configuration Window Figure 15: Port Configuration in the Unit Configuration Window Figure 16: Server Properties in the Unit Configuration Window Figure 17: Serial Port Settings Window Figure 18: Dedicated Connection Window Figure 19: Flush
Introduction 1 Introduction Welcome to Kramer Electronics (since 1981): a world of unique, creative and affordable solutions to the infinite range of problems that confront the video, audio and presentation professional on a daily basis. In recent years, we have redesigned and upgraded most of our line, making the best even better! Our 350-plus different models now appear in 8 Groups1, which are clearly defined by function.
Getting Started 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 cables1 3 Overview The VS-81ETH is a high performance CAT5 8x1 switcher for any kind of digital or analog signal that can even switch digital or analog bi-directional signals.
Figure 1: VS-81ETH 8x1 Universal CAT 5 Switcher – Front and Rear View Your VS-81ETH 8x1 Universal CAT 5 Switcher 3
Connecting and Controlling the VS-81ETH Table 1: Front Panel VS-81ETH 8x1 Universal CAT 5 Switcher Features # Feature 1 IR Receiver 2 3 POWER Switch IN / OUT SELECTOR Buttons PANEL LOCK Button 4 Function The red LED is illuminated when receiving signals from the Infra-red remote control transmitter Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF Select the input port (1 to 8) to switch to the output port, or select the output (1 to 8) to which the input is switched Disengages the front panel button
Connecting and Controlling the VS-81ETH 5.1 Connecting the VS-81ETH Rear Panel This section describes how to connect the VS-81ETH either as an 8x1 switcher (see section 5.1.1) or in the reverse direction (see section 5.1.2). 5.1.1 Connecting the VS-81ETH as an 8x1 Switcher To connect the VS-81ETH, as the example in Figure 2 illustrates, do the following1: 1.
Connecting and Controlling the VS-81ETH PT-110 Computer Graphics Source PT-110 TP-120 RS-232 Projector Computer Graphics Source Figure 2: Connecting the VS-81ETH Universal CAT 5 Switcher 5.1.2 Connecting the VS-81ETH in the Reverse Direction You may connect the VS-81ETH in the reverse direction so that the input signal from the OUT/IN connector is transmitted to any of the IN/OUT connectors. You can only route this source to one IN/OUT channel at a time1.
Connecting and Controlling the VS-81ETH 2. On the VS-81ETH, connect3 the IN/OUT connector to the LINE IN RJ-45 connector on a TP-1201 XGA Line Receiver unit, and connect the XGA OUT connector on that TP-120 unit to the acceptor (for example, a projector). You can connect up to 8 outputs2. 3. Set the dipswitches (see section 5.5). 4. Connect a PC and/or controller (if required) to the RS-232 port (see section 5.2) and/or RS-485 port (see section 5.3). 5. Connect the power cord3.
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Connecting and Controlling the VS-81ETH 5.3 Controlling via RS-485 You can control a VS-81ETH unit via an RS-485 controller, for example, a PC (equipped with an RS-485 interface) or a Master Programmable Remote Control system such as the Kramer RC-30001. To connect an RC-3000 to a VS-81ETH unit (see Figure 6): 1.
Connecting and Controlling the VS-81ETH 5.4 Setting the Dipswitches By default, all dipswitches are set to OFF. Figure 7 illustrates the VS-81ETH dipswitches: SETUP ON 1 2 3 4 Figure 7: VS-81ETH SETUP Dipswitches 5.4.1 Setting the Machine # Dipswitches The Machine # (dipswitches 1 to 4) determines the position of a VS-81ETH unit, specifying which VS-81ETH unit is being controlled when several VS-81ETH units connect to a PC or serial controller.
Connecting and Controlling the VS-81ETH 5.5 Control Configuration via the Ethernet Port To control several units via the Ethernet, connect the Master unit (Machine # 1) via the Ethernet port to the LAN port of your PC. Using your PC, initially configure the settings as described in section 5.6. 5.6 Setting the Ethernet Port and Utilities To control your VS-81ETH via the Ethernet, perform an initial configuration as follows: 1.
Connecting and Controlling the VS-81ETH 3. Right-click Local Area Connection Properties. 4. Select Properties. The Local Area Connection Properties window appears. 5. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click the Properties Button (see Figure 8). Figure 8: Local Area Connection Properties Window 6. Select Use the following IP Address, and fill in the details as shown in Figure 9. 7. Click OK.
Connecting and Controlling the VS-81ETH 5.6.1.
Connecting and Controlling the VS-81ETH 5.6.2.2 Run XPort™ Installer Click the Start button on the Task Bar and select Programs\XPort Installer\XPort Installer. The XPort™ Installer main dialog box displays (Figure 10). Figure 10: XPort™ Installer Main Dialog Box To search for devices, click the Search icon or select Search Network from the Action menu. 5.6.2.3 Assign IP Address Figure 11 shows a device found on the network, with the IP addresses assigned at the factory.
Connecting and Controlling the VS-81ETH To change the IP address, first select the device from the list, then click the Assign IP icon or select Assign IP Address from the Action menu. The hardware address and IP address are loaded into the Assign IP Address dialog box (Figure 12). Figure 12: IP Address Assignment Dialog Box Enter the new IP Address and click OK. The new IP Address will appear in the main window. 5.6.2.4 Test the IP Address To test the IP Address, do the following: 1.
Connecting and Controlling the VS-81ETH 5.6.3 Configuring the Ethernet Port You must configure the Ethernet port so that it can communicate on a network with your serial device. For example, you must set the way the unit will respond to serial and network traffic, how it will handle serial packets, and when to start or close a connection. You can configure your unit locally or remotely using the following procedures: Use the XPort™ Installer to configure the unit.
Connecting and Controlling the VS-81ETH Table 7 describes the Web Manager window buttons. Table 7: Web Manager Window Buttons Button Function Unit Configuration Press to enter the Server Configuration and the Port Configuration settings (section 5.6.4.1) Server Properties Press to enter the Server Properties and change the server properties by editing any of the fields (section 5.6.4.
Connecting and Controlling the VS-81ETH Figure 15: Port Configuration in the Unit Configuration Window 5.6.4.2 Server Properties Button Click the Server Properties button to display the following dialog box (see Figure 16). You can change the server properties by editing any of the fields. Hold the cursor over one of the fields to display Help messages.
Connecting and Controlling the VS-81ETH 5.6.4.3 Port Properties Button Click the Port Properties button to display the following dialog boxes. Make sure that the Serial Port Settings window is set1 according to Figure 17. Figure 17: Serial Port Settings Window Make sure that the Local Port in the Dedicated Connection window is set according to Figure 18. Figure 18: Dedicated Connection Window Make sure that the Flush Mode Input buffer window is set according to Figure 19.
Connecting and Controlling the VS-81ETH 5.6.5 Controlling a Machine using the Com Port Redirector The Com Port Redirector allows any PC running Windows to use ports on a network server as if they were connected directly to the PC. The Redirector creates a virtual COM port within Windows, which for most purposes acts just like the selected serial port on the server. 5.6.5.1 Installing the Com Port Redirector To install the Com Port Redirector, do the following: 1.
Connecting and Controlling the VS-81ETH Figure 21: Setup Complete Dialog Box 4. Click Finish to complete the installation and restart your computer. 5. Click the Start button in the Windows Taskbar, point to Programs, point to Lantronix Redirector, and click Configuration. The Com Port Redirector Configuration window appears (see Figure 22). Figure 22: Com Port Redirector Configuration Window 6. Click the Com Setup button.
Connecting and Controlling the VS-81ETH Figure 23: Port Setup Window 7. Click all the logical ports to which the PC will be redirected. A checkmark appears next to each logical port selected. Each port selected will be available from the Redirect To drop-down list in the Com Port Redirector Configuration window (see Figure 22). 8. To deselect a port, click it again to remove the checkmark next to it. Removing the checkmark indicates that the port will not be available from the Redirect To drop-down list.
Connecting and Controlling the VS-81ETH If redirecting over a Wide Area Network (WAN), both the PC and the VS-81ETH must have a correct gateway address configured in their TCP/IP1 settings Redirector Configuration Before using the Com Port Redirector, you have to configure the VS-81ETH Ethernet port.
Connecting and Controlling the VS-81ETH 8. Check Raw Mode. Figure 25: Port Settings Window 9. Click OK. 10. Click the Save button (see Figure 22). 11. Click the Close button (see Figure 22).
Connecting and Controlling the VS-81ETH Verify Connectivity After configuring the Com Port Redirector and the VS-81ETH, use a terminal emulation program such as HyperTerminal to verify connectivity from the Com Port Redirector to the VS-81ETH. To verify connectivity between the Com Port Redirector and the VS-81ETH using HyperTerminal: 1. Click the Start button in the Windows Taskbar, point to Programs, point to Accessories, point to Communications, and click HyperTerminal. 2.
Connecting and Controlling the VS-81ETH 5.7 Connecting the REMOTE Connector You can connect contact-closure switches to the REMOTE terminal block connector, as Figure 27 describes. A remote unit can consist of mechanical switches1 with a common wire for ground2. When you connect3 the appropriate REMOTE terminal block connector PIN to the REMOTE terminal block connector Ground PIN, the VS-81ETH will route the appropriate IN/OUT signal to the OUT/IN acceptor4.
Connecting and Controlling the VS-81ETH 5.8 Cascading Machines You can cascade up to 8 VS-81ETH units with control from a PC or serial controller (see Figure 28). To cascade up to 8 individual VS-81ETH units, via RS-232 and RS-485, do the following: 1. Connect the VGA/UXGA sources and acceptors, as section 5.1 describes. 2. Connect the RS-232 port1 on the first VS-81ETH unit to the PC using the Null-modem adapter provided with the machine (recommended), as section 5.2 describes. 3.
Operating the VS-81ETH 6 Operating the VS-81ETH You can operate your VS-81ETH via: The front panel buttons RS-232/RS-485 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system, PC, or other serial controller The Kramer RC-IR1 Infra-Red Remote Control Transmitter The Ethernet 6.
Technical Specifications 7 Technical Specifications Table 9 includes the technical specifications: 1 Table 9: Technical Specifications of the VS-81ETH 8x1 Universal CAT 5 Switcher INPUTS: OUTPUTS: BANDWIDTH (-3dB): CONTROLS: POWER SOURCE: DIMENSIONS: WEIGHT: ACCESSORIES: 8 8 RJ45 CAT-5 ports 1 RJ45 CAT-5 port 3 Gbits/sec 9 illuminated front-panel touch switches, RS-232, RS-485, contact closure, Ethernet, IR 8 Watts (maximum) 100-264 VAC, 50/60Hz 19-inch (W), 7-inch (D), 1U (H) 2.5kg (5.5lbs) approx.
Kramer Protocol 2000 9 Kramer Protocol 20001 The VS-81ETH is compatible with Kramer’ s Protocol 2000 (version 0.46) (below). This RS-232/RS-485 communication protocol uses four bytes of information as defined below. For RS-232, a null-modem connection between the machine and controller is used. The default data rate is 9600 baud, with no parity, 8 data bits and 1 stop bit.
Kramer Protocol 2000 For a single machine controlled via the serial port, always set M4…M0 = 1, and make sure that the machine itself is configured as MACHINE NUMBER = 1. Table 12: Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 Note: All values in the table are decimal, unless otherwise stated.
Kramer Protocol 2000 INSTRUCTION # 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 DEFINITION FOR SPECIFIC INSTRUCTION DESCRIPTION INPUT NOTE OUTPUT REQUEST WHETHER SETUP IS DEFINED / VALID INPUT IS DETECTED ERROR / BUSY SETUP # or Input # 0 - for checking if setup is defined 8 1 - for checking if input is valid For invalid / valid input (i.e.
Kramer Protocol 2000 INSTRUCTION # DEFINITION FOR SPECIFIC INSTRUCTION DESCRIPTION INPUT NOTE OUTPUT 42 AUDIO PARAMETER SETTINGS FOR INSTRUCTIONS 22, 24, 25 INPUT Bit: I0 - 0=input; 1=output I1 - Left I2 - Right 0 - Gain 1 - Bass 2 - Treble 3 - Midrange 24 43 VIDEO PARAMETER SETTINGS FOR INSTRUCTIONS 21, 23, 26 1 – Input 2 – Output 24 56 CHANGE TO ASCII 0 57 SET AUTO-SAVE 58 59 EXECUTE LOADED DATA LOAD VIDEO DATA I3 - no save I4 - auto-save Set as 0, or as SETUP #.
Kramer Protocol 2000 NOTE 5 – For the OUTPUT byte set as 6, the VIS source is the input selected using the OUTPUT byte. Similarly, for the OUTPUT byte set as 7, the VIS source is the output selected using the OUTPUT byte. Note also, that on some machines the sync source is not software selectable, but is selected using switches, jumpers, etc! NOTE 6 – If INPUT is set to 127 for these instructions, then, if the function is defined on this machine, it replies with OUTPUT=1.
Kramer Protocol 2000 NOTE 18 – Delayed execution allows switching after a delay dictated by RS-232. To do this, the user sends instruction 7 with the “ Set for delayed switch” option (64dec) before sending the switch command (instruction 1) or pressing via front panel. The switch is not executed (unless timed-out) until the “ Execute delayed switch” code is sent, or the “ Set for delayed switch” code is sent again.
LIMITED WARRANTY Kramer Electronics (hereafter Kramer) warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms. HOW LONG IS THE WARRANTY Labor and parts are warranted for three years from the date of the first customer purchase. WHO IS PROTECTED? Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty. WHAT IS COVERED AND WHAT IS NOT COVERED Except as below, this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product.
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