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Contents Contents 1 2 2.1 3 4 4.1 5 6 6.1 6.2 6.3 Introduction Getting Started Quick Start Overview Your VS-48HDxl 3G HD/SD SDI 4x8 Matrix Switcher Using the IR Transmitter Installing the VS-48HDxl in a Rack Connecting the VS-48HDxl 3G HD/SD SDI 4x8 Matrix Switcher Connecting the VS-48HDxl in the Dual-Link Mode Working Mode Setting Dipswitch Settings 1 1 1 3 4 8 9 10 12 13 14 6.3.1 Setting the Setup Dipswitches 14 6.4 6.5 6.6 6.7 6.
Contents Figures Figure 1: VS-48HDxl 3G HD/SD SDI 4x8 Matrix Switcher Figure 2: Connecting the VS-48HDxl 3G HD/SD SDI 4x8 Matrix Switcher Figure 3: Connecting the Dual-Link VS-48HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x8 Matrix Switcher Figure 4: VS-48HDxl SETUP Dipswitches Figure 5: Connecting a PC without using a Null-modem Adapter Figure 6: Controlling via RS-485 (for example, using an RC-3000) Figure 7: Local Area Connection Properties Window Figure 8: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window Figure 9: Using the Remote
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.
Getting Started 2 KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY
Overview 3 Overview The Kramer VS-48HDxl can be used as a high-performance 4x8 matrix switcher or as a dual-link 2x4 switcher, which lets you simultaneously route any of the inputs to any or all of the outputs for all SDI video signals, using BNC connectors. In particular, the VS-48HDxl features: Cable equalization up to 350m for SD1 signals, 140m for 1.5GHz HD2 signals, and 120m for 3GHz HD signals Operation of up to 2.
Your VS-48HDxl 3G HD/SD SDI 4x8 Matrix Switcher To achieve the best performance: Connect only good quality connection cables, thus avoiding 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 VS-48HDxl from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust 4 Your VS-48HDxl 3G HD/SD SDI 4x8 Matrix Switcher Fi
Your VS-48HDxl 3G HD/SD SDI 4x8 Matrix Switcher Figure 1: VS-48HDxl 3G HD/SD SDI 4x8 Matrix Switcher 5
Your VS-48HDxl 3G HD/SD SDI 4x8 Matrix Switcher Table 1: Front Panel VS-48HDxl 3G HD/SD SDI 4x8 Matrix Switcher # 1 Feature IR Receiver 2 3 POWER Switch OUTPUT (DUAL LINK) Selector Buttons 4 INPUT (DUAL LINK) Selector Buttons 5 STO (STORE) Button 6 TAKE Button 7 ALL Button 8 RCL (RECALL) Button 9 OFF Button 10 11 LOCK Button 7-segment Display Function The red LED is illuminated when receiving signals from the Infrared remote control transmitter Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or
Your VS-48HDxl 3G HD/SD SDI 4x8 Matrix Switcher Table 2: Rear Panel VS-48HDxl 3G HD/SD SDI 4x8 Matrix Switcher # 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 Feature GENLOCK BNC Connector Function Connect to the Genlock source TERM 75 Button LOOP BNC Connector DUAL LINK INPUT BNC Connectors INPUT BNC Connectors DUAL LINK OUTPUT BNC Connectors 1 Press to terminate the Genlock source (75 ) or release for looping Connect to the GENLOCK connector of the next unit in the line In the dual-link mode, con
Your VS-48HDxl 3G HD/SD SDI 4x8 Matrix Switcher 4.1 Using the IR Transmitter You can use the RC-IR2 IR transmitter to control the machine via the built-in IR receiver on the front panel or, instead, via an optional external IR receiver1. The external IR receiver can be located 15 meters away from the machine. This distance can be extended to up to 60 meters when used with three extension cables2.
Installing the VS-48HDxl in a Rack 5 Installing the VS-48HDxl in a Rack This section describes how to install the VS-48HDxl in a rack.
Connecting the VS-48HDxl 3G HD/SD SDI 4x8 Matrix Switcher 6 Connecting the VS-48HDxl 3G HD/SD SDI 4x8 Matrix Switcher To connect the VS-48HDxl 3G HD/SD SDI 4x8 Matrix Switcher, as illustrated in the example in Figure 2, do the following1: 1. 2. 3. Connect up to four SDI sources to the SDI INPUT BNC connectors (for example, an HD/SD SDI camera to input 1 and a 3G HD video server to input 4).
Connecting the VS-48HDxl 3G HD/SD SDI 4x8 Matrix Switcher Figure 2: Connecting the VS-48HDxl 3G HD/SD SDI 4x8 Matrix Switcher 11
Connecting the VS-48HDxl 3G HD/SD SDI 4x8 Matrix Switcher 6.1 Connecting the VS-48HDxl in the Dual-Link Mode You can use your VS-48HDxl in the dual-link mode to switch any of the two dual-link SDI inputs to any or all of the four dual-link SDI outputs, as the illustration in Figure 3 shows. To connect the VS-48HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher in the duallink mode, do the following1: 1. 2. 3. Connect one or both of the SDI sources to the INPUT DUAL LINK BNC connectors.
Connecting the VS-48HDxl 3G HD/SD SDI 4x8 Matrix Switcher Figure 3: Connecting the Dual-Link VS-48HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x8 Matrix Switcher 6.
Connecting the VS-48HDxl 3G HD/SD SDI 4x8 Matrix Switcher 6.3 Dipswitch Settings By default, all dipswitches are set to OFF. Figure 4 illustrates the VS-48HDxl dipswitches: Figure 4: VS-48HDxl SETUP Dipswitches 6.3.1 Setting the Setup Dipswitches The setup dipswitches determine the address of each VS-48HDxl unit when several VS-48HDxl units are connected to a PC or serial controller. Set the address of the unit using the SETUP dipswitches 1, 2, 3 and 4, according to Table 3.
Connecting the VS-48HDxl 3G HD/SD SDI 4x8 Matrix Switcher 6.
Connecting the VS-48HDxl 3G HD/SD SDI 4x8 Matrix Switcher 6.5 Controlling via the RS-485 Port To cascade up to eight individual VS-48HDxl units, via RS-485 (with control via a Master Programmable Remote Control system such as the Kramer RC-3000), as Figure 6 illustrates, do the following: 1. Connect the “A” (+) and “B” (-) PINS on the RS-485 terminal block port of the RC-3000 to the “A” (+) and “B” (-) PINS, respectively, on each of the eight VS-48HDxl units.
Connecting the VS-48HDxl 3G HD/SD SDI 4x8 Matrix Switcher 6.7 Switching Genlocked Video Signals The genlock feature lets you switch genlocked video signals according to timing of the GENLOCK reference input1. Connect the GENLOCK cable. If the HD input signal2 that is connected is one of the following, it is necessary to set it up as follows: 1080i@60Hz: press and hold INPUT 1 button for 3 seconds.
Connecting the VS-48HDxl 3G HD/SD SDI 4x8 Matrix Switcher 3. Right-click Local Area Connection Properties. 4. Select Properties. The Local Area Connection Properties window appears. 5. Select the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click the Properties Button (see Figure 7). Figure 7: Local Area Connection Properties Window 6. Select Use the following IP address, and fill in the details as shown in Figure 8. 7. Click OK.
Connecting the VS-48HDxl 3G HD/SD SDI 4x8 Matrix Switcher 6.8.2 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub (StraightThrough Cable) You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS-44HDxl to the Ethernet port on a network hub or network router, via a straight-through cable with RJ-45 connectors. 6.8.3 Configuring the Ethernet Port After connecting the Ethernet port, you have to install and configure it.
Operating the VS-48HDxl 7 Operating the VS-48HDxl You can operate your VS-48HDxl using the: Front panel buttons RS-232/RS-485 serial commands transmitted by a PC, touch screen system, or other serial controller Kramer RC-IR2 Infrared Remote Control Transmitter Infrared remote extension cable transmitter ETHERNET 7.1 Switching OUT-IN Combinations Section 7.1.1 describes how to switch OUT-IN combinations and section 7.1.2 how to switch OUT-IN combinations in the dual link mode.
Operating the VS-48HDxl 7.1.2 Switch OUT-IN Combinations in the Dual-Link Mode To switch an input to an output in the dual-link mode, via the front panel buttons1, in the AT ONCE mode (see section 7.2), do the following: 1. Press an OUTPUT button (either 1, 2, 3, 4 or ALL). The selected OUTPUT button illuminates brightly, as does the 7-segment display. 2. Press an INPUT button (either 1, 2 or OFF)2. The selected input switches to the selected output, and that input button illuminates brightly.
Operating the VS-48HDxl 7.2.1 Toggling between the AT ONCE and CONFIRM Modes To toggle between the AT ONCE and CONFIRM modes, do the following: 1. Press the dim TAKE button to toggle from the AT ONCE mode (in which the TAKE button is dim) to the CONFIRM mode (in which the TAKE button illuminates). Actions now require user confirmation and the TAKE button illuminates. 2. Press the illuminated TAKE button to toggle from the CONFIRM mode back to the AT ONCE mode.
Operating the VS-48HDxl 7.3.2 Recalling an Input/Output Configuration To recall an input/output configuration, do the following: 1. Press the RCL button. The RCL button illuminates. 2. Press the appropriate INPUT / OUTPUT button (the button # corresponding to the setup #). That setup configuration blinks in the 7-segment display. The memory recalls the stored data from that reference1. After pressing the same memory location the second time, the settings take effect.
Technical Specifications 8 Technical Specifications Table 4 includes the technical specifications: 1 Table 4: Technical Specifications of the VS-48HDxl INPUTS: OUTPUTS: OUTPUT LEVEL: DATA RATE: CONTROLS: POWER SOURCE: DIMENSIONS: WEIGHT: ACCESSORIES: OPTIONS: 9 4 SMPTE-259M / 292M / 424M / (372M for dual-link HD-SDI signals) serial video, 75 on BNC connectors 1 GENLOCK 75 / Hi-Z on a BNC connector, hi-level or tri-level sync 8 equalized and reclocked SMPTE-259M, 292M outputs 75 on BNC connectors 1 Loo
Kramer Protocol 2000 10 Kramer Protocol 20001 The VS-48HDxl is compatible with Kramer’ s Protocol 2000 (version 0.50) (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 7: Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 Note: All values in the table are decimal, unless otherwise stated.
Kramer Protocol 2000 If the request for identification is sent with the INPUT set as 3 or 4, the appropriate machine will send its software version number. Again, the reply would be the decimal value of the INPUT and OUTPUT - the INPUT representing the number in front of the decimal point, and the OUTPUT representing the number after it. For example, for version 3.5, the reply to the request to send the version number would be (HEX codes): 7D 83 85 81 (i.e.
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 seven 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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