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1. OUT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 IN1 01 01 01 01 0 0 01 01 81 81 81 81 8 8 81 81 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 81 81 81 81 8 8 81 81 IN2 01 01 01 01 0 0 01 01 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 81 81 81 81 81 8 81 81 IN3 01 01 01 01 0 0 01 01 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 81 81 81 81 8 8 81 81 IN4 01 01 01 01 0 0 01 01 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 81 81 81 81 8 8 81 81 N5 01 01 01 01 0 01 01 01 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 81 81 81 81 8 8 81 81 ING 01 01 01 01 0 0 01 01 86 86 86 86 86 86 86 86 81 82 83 84 8 82 83 84 81 81 81 81 8 8 81 81 IN7 01 01 01 01 0 0 01 01 87 87 87 87 87 87 87 87 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 81 81 81 81 8 8 81 81 N8 01 01 01 01 0 0 01 01 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 81 81 81 81 8 8 81 81 Communication Protocol 10 Communication Protocol The VS 808DS is compatible with Kramer s Protocol 2000 version 0 48 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 Table 7 Protocol Definitions MSB LSB DESTI INSTRUCTION NATION 0 D NS N4 N3 N2 N1 NO 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 lst byte INPUT 1 l6 15 14 13 12 11 12. NOTE 16 The reply to the REQUEST WHETHER PANEL IS LOCKED is as in NOTE 4 above except that here the OUTPUT is assigned with the value 0 if the panel is unlocked or 1 if it is locked NOTE 17 For clean switching of RGBHV video the seamless switching option may be used The blanking period for the transition of the RGB sources may be set in this case in steps of 25 milliseconds For example to set for 350ms blanking time 14 steps send HEX codes 07 8E AO 81 24 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Communication Protocol 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 The mode is automatically cancelled after implementation of the switch if the execute command is used For example to connect input 4 to output 3 after a delay send HEX codes 07 80 CO 81 set for delayed switch 01 84 83 81 switch code then after the required delay send HEX codes 07 80 Cl 81 execute delayed switch to implement the switch NOTE 19 After this instruction is sent the unit will respond to the ASCII command set defined by the OUTPUT byte The ASCII command to ope
3. INPUTS 8 composite video 1Vpp 75Q on BNC connectors 1 Sync Video Genlock 1Vpp 75Q with sync select switch 8 audio stereo on RCA connectors 4dBm nominal OUTPUTS 8 composite video 1Vpp 75Q on BNC connectors 8 audio stereo on RCA connectors 4dBm nominal 1 XGA on an HD15 connector SCALED OUTPUT RESOLUTIONS VGA 640 x 480 SVGA 800 x 600 XGA 1024 x 768 WXGA 1366 x 768 SCALED OUTPUT REFRESH RATE 60Hz MAX OUTPUT LEVEL VIDEO 2 2Vpp CV 0 77Vpp AUDIO 22dBm XGA BANDWIDTH 3dB VIDEO 200MHz AUDIO 100kHz DIFF GAIN 0 05 CV DIFF PHASE 0 03 Deg CV K FACTOR lt 0 05 CV NONLINEARITY 0 1 S N RATIO VIDEO 74dB CV AUDIO 88dB unweighted VIDEO CROSSTALK all hostile 50dB 5MHz CONTROLS Manual RS 232 or RS 485 COUPLING VIDEO DC AUDIO Input AC output DC AUDIO THD NOISE 0 16 AUDIO 2 HARMONIC 0 004 POWER SOURCE 100 240 VAC 50 60Hz 18 VA DIMENSIONS 19 inch W 7 inch D 2U H rack mountable WEIGHT 1 94 kg 4 3 Ibs approx ACCESSORIES Power cord rack ears 1 Specifications are subject to change without notice 18 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Table of Hex Codes for the Master VS 808DS 9 Table of Hex Codes for the Master VS 808DS Table 6 shows the HEX codes for switching the master VS 808DS Table 6 Hex Codes for Switching the Master VS SO8DS
4. decreased 3 decrease contrast 0 all 4 increase brightness 5 decrease brightness 6 increase colour 7 decrease colour 8 increase hue 9 decrease hue 16 increase H phase 17 decrease H phase 18 increase V position 19 decrease V position 24 INCREASE DECREASE AUDIO Equal to input output 0 increase output 24 PARAMETER number whose parameter 1 decrease output is to be increased 2 increase left output decreased 3 decrease left output 0 all 4 increase right output 5 decrease right output 6 increase input 7 decrease input 8 increase left input 9 decrease left input 10 increase right input 11 decrease right input 25 REQUEST AUDIO PARAMETER Equal to input output 0 6 24 number whose parameter is requested 26 REQUEST VIDEO PARAMETER Equal to input output 0 6 24 number whose video parameter is requested 30 LOCK FRONT PANEL 0 Panel unlocked 0 2 1 Panel locked 31 REQUEST WHETHER PANEL 0 0 16 IS LOCKED 32to RESERVED 10 35 40 DIRECT MEMORY SAVE Memory address Data 20 42 AUDIO PARAMETER INPUT Bit 0 Gain 24 SETTINGS FOR l0 input 1 output 1 Bass INSTRUCTIONS 22 24 25 11 Left 2 Treble 12 Right 3 Midrange 4 Mix On 22 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Communication Protocol INSTRUCTION DEFINITION FOR SPECIFIC INSTRUCTION NOTE DESCRIPTION INPUT OUTPUT 43 VIDEO PARAMETER SETTINGS 1 Input
5. Connect the B PIN on the RS 485 rear panel port of the RC 3000 to the B PIN on the RS 485 rear panel port of the VS 808DS unit e If shielded twisted pair cable is used the shield may be connected to the G Ground PIN on one of the units for example on the RC 3000 e Set the VS 808DS unit to a Machine other than 1 according to Table 4 and set DIP 4 ON for RS 485 Line Termination with 120Q RS 485 PINOUT exrsy IEO OUTPU Figure 4 Controlling via RS 485 for example using an RC 3000 11 Connecting the VS 808DS 6 3 Setting the VS 808DS Dipswitches This section describes the machine set up and dipswitch selection Figure 5 and Table 3 define the factory default dipswitches ser ADDRESS ey N RS 485 TERM REPLY R5 232 RS 485 l Figure 5 VS 808DS Dipswitches Table 3 Dipswitch Settings DIPS Function Description 1 2 3 SELF ADDRESS Determines the position of the machine in the input expansion configuration 4 RS 485 TERM ON for RS 485 Line Termination OFF for no RS 485 Line Termination 5 REPLY ON enables reply from switcher to PC OFF disables reply from switcher to PC 6 7 RESERVED 8 RS 232 RS 485 ON enables RS 232 communication between switcher and PC OFF disables reply from switcher to PC 6 3 1 Setting the SELF ADDRESS Dipswitches The SELF ADDRESS determines the position of a VS 808DS unit in the sequence specifying
6. for video 3 4 6 TYPE SETTING set to 126 or 127 to 1 for audio request if machine has this 2 for VGA function 13 SET HIGHEST MACHINE 0 for video Set equal to highest machine 2 ADDRESS 1 for audio address 14 REQUEST HIGHEST MACHINE 0 for video 0 4 ADDRESS 1 for audio 15 REQUEST WHETHER SETUP SETUP 0 for checking if setup is defined 8 IS DEFINED VALID INPUT IS or 1 for checking if input is valid DETECTED Input T 21 Communication Protocol INSTRUCTION DEFINITION FOR SPECIFIC INSTRUCTION NOTE DESCRIPTION INPUT OUTPUT 16 ERROR BUSY For invalid valid input i e O error 9 25 OUTPUT byte 4 or 1 invalid instruction OUTPUT byte 5 2 out of range this byte is set as the input 3 machine busy 4 invalid input 5 valid input 17 RESERVED s 10 18 RESET AUDIO 0 0 1 19 STORE AUDIO STATUS Set as SETUP 0 to store 2 3 1 to delete 20 RECALL AUDIO STATUS Set as SETUP 0 2 3 21 SET VIDEO PARAMETER Equal to input output Set as parameter value 2 11 24 number whose video parameter is to be set 0 all 22 SET AUDIO PARAMETER Equal to input output Set as parameter value 2 11 24 number whose parameter is to be set 0 all 23 INCREASE DECREASE VIDEO Equal to input output 0 increase video gain 24 PARAMETER number whose video 1 decrease video gain parameter is to be 2 increase contrast increased
7. the correct horizontal position You do not overload the circuit s When connecting the machine to the supply circuit overloading the circuits might have a detrimental effect on overcurrent protection and supply wiring Refer to the appropriate nameplate ratings for information For example for fuse replacement see the value printed on the product label The machine is earthed grounded in a reliable way and is connected only to an electricity socket with grounding Pay particular attention to situations where electricity is supplied indirectly when the power cord is not plugged directly into the socket in the wall for example when using an extension cable or a power strip and that you use only the power cord that is supplied with the machine To rack mount a machine 1 Attach both ear brackets to the machine To do so remove the screws from each side of the machine 5 on each side and replace those screws through the ear brackets 2 Place the ears of the machine against the rack rails and insert the proper screws not provided through each of the four holes in the rack ears Note that e In some models the front panel may feature built in rack ears Detachable rack ears can be removed for desktop use Always mount the machine in the rack before you attach any cables or connect the machine to the power If you are using a Kramer rack adapter kit for a machine that is not 19 see the Rac
8. which VS 808DS unit is being controlled when several VS 808DS units are controlled by a PC or serial controller Set the SELF ADDRESS on a VS 808DS unit via DIPS 1 2 and 3 according to Table 4 e When using a stand alone VS 808DS unit set the SELF ADDRESS to 1 e When connecting more than one VS 808DS unit set the first machine the Master connected via RS 232 as SELF ADDRESS 1 The Master connects to the PC via the RS 232 port The other VS 808DS slave units each set to a SELF ADDRESS between 2 and 8 interconnect via their RS 485 ports to the RS 485 port on the Master 1 You do not have to number the units in the sequence order as they connect to the PC 12 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting the VS 808DS 6 3 2 6 3 3 Table 4 Self Address Dipswitch Settings MACHINE DIPS 1 2 3 1 Master ON ON ON 2 OFF ON ON 3 ON OFF ON 4 OFF OFF ON 5 ON ON OFF 6 OFF ON OFF 7 ON OFF OFF 8 OFF OFF OFF Setting the REPLY Dipswitch Dipswitch 5 the REPLY dipswitch enables or disables a reply from the VS 808DS to the PC Enabling the reply is usually desirable so that the controlling device knows that the controlled device has carried out its instructions When an RS 485 gt connection is used for communication between the Matrix Switcher and the PC dipswitch 8 should be set to OFF In some applications it may be desirable fo
9. 0 video gain 24 FOR INSTRUCTIONS 21 23 26 2 Output 1 contrast 2 brightness 3 colour 4 hue 5 H phase 6 V position 44 MEDIA CONTROL Set equal to switch Switch data number 45 REQUEST MEDIA CONTROL Set equal to switch 0 SETTINGS number 56 CHANGE TO ASCII 0 1 SVS protocol 19 2 Generic protocol 57 SET AUTO SAVE I3 no save 0 12 2 14 auto save 58 EXECUTE LOADED DATA Set as 0 oras SETUP 1 Take 22 3 2 Cancel 59 LOAD VIDEO DATA Set equal to video input Set equal to video output 22 23 0 disconnect 0 to all the outputs 127 load SETUP or SETUP 60 LOAD AUDIO DATA Set equal to audio input Set equal to audio output 22 23 0 di i 61 IDENTIFY MACHINE 1 video machine name 0 Request first 4 digits 13 2 audio machine name 1 Request first suffix 3 video software version 2 Request second suffix 4 audio software version 3 Request third suffix 5 RS422 controller name 10 Request first prefix 6 RS422 controller 11 Request second prefix version 12 Request third prefix 7 remote control name 8 remote software version 9 Protocol 2000 revision 62 DEFINE MACHINE 1 number of inputs 1 for video 14 2 number of outputs 2 for audio 3 number of setups 3 for SDI 4 for remote panel 5 for RS 422 controller 63 EXTENDED DATA 7 MSBs for INPUT data 7 MSBs for OUTPUT data 20 NOTES on the above table NOTE 1 When the master s
10. 0 7 6 5 4 3 2 0 2nd byte OUTPUT 1 o6 05 04 03 02 01 o0 7 6 5 4 3 2 0 3rd byte MACHINE NUMBER 1 OVR X M4 M3 M2 M1 Mo 7 6 5 4 3 2 0 4th byte I BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 0 D DESTINATION 0 for sending information to the switchers from the PC 1 for sending to the PC from the switcher NS NO INSTRUCTION The function that is to be performed by the switcher s is defined by the INSTRUCTION 6 bits Similarly if a function is performed via the machine s keyboard then these bits are set with the INSTRUCTION NO which was performed The instruction codes are defined according to the table below INSTRUCTION NO is the value to be set for N5 NO 2 BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 1 16 10 INPUT When switching ie instruction codes 1 and 2 the INPUT 7 bits is set as the input number which is to be switched Similarly if switching is done via the machine s front panel then these bits are set with the INPUT NUMBER which was switched For other operations these bits are defined according to the table 3 BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 1 06 00 OUTPUT When switching ie instruction codes 1 and 2 the OUTPUT 7 bits is set as the output number which is to be switched Similarly if switching is done via the machine s front panel then these bits are set with the OUTPUT NUMBER which was switched For other operations these bits are defined according to the table 4 BYTE Bi
11. 66x768 5 INPUT SELECTOR Select the input to switch to the output from 1 to 8 Buttons 6 OUTPUT SELECTOR Select the output to which the input is switched from 1 to 8 Buttons 7 ALL Button Pressing ALL followed by an INPUT button connects that input to all outputs 8 OFF Button An OFF OUT combination disconnects that output from the inputs an OFF ALL combination disconnects all the outputs 9 TAKE Button Pressing TAKE toggles the mode between the Confirm mode and the At Once mode user confirmation per action is unnecessary When in TAKE mode pressing TAKE implements the action 10 AFV Button When pressed illuminates actions relate to video and audio channels Audio channels follow the video channels 11 AUDIO Button When pressed illuminates actions relate to audio and display shows audio status 12 VIDEO Button When pressed illuminates actions relate to video and display shows video status 13 STATUS 7 segment Displays the selected input switched to the output marked above each Display input Also displays the firmware version number and the MACHINE 14 RCL Recall Button Pressing the RCL button and the corresponding OUTPUT key recalls a setup from the non volatile memory 15 STO Store Button Pressing STO followed by an output button stores the current setting 1 For example press ALL and then Input button 2 to connect input 2 to all the outputs 2 When in Confirm mode the TAKE button illuminates Your VS 80
12. 8DS 8x8 Video Audio Matrix Switcher Scaler Table 2 VS 808DS 8x8 Video Audio Matrix Switcher Scaler Rear Panel Features Feature Function 16 AUDIO INPUT L RCA Connect to the LEFT audio sources from 1 to 8 Connectors 17 AUDIO INPUT R RCA Connect to the RIGHT audio sources from 1 to 8 Connectors 18 EXT SYNC BNC Connector Connect to an external SYNC 19 SYNC SELECT EXT IN 1 Press to select the external SYNC release to select the SYNC Pushbutton from input 1 20 VIDEO INPUT BNC Connect to the composite video sources from 1 to 8 Connectors 21 AUDIO OUTPUT L RCA Connect to the LEFT audio acceptors from 1 to 8 Connectors 22 AUDIO OUTPUT R RCA Connect to the RIGHT audio acceptors from 1 to 8 Connectors 23 VIDEO OUTPUT BNC Connect to the composite video acceptors from 1 to 8 Connectors 24 RS 485 Terminal Block Port Pin Gis for Ground connection Pins B and A are for RS 485 25 RS 232 DB 9F Port Connects to the PC or the Remote Controller 26 SCALER OUTPUT HD15 Connects to the video acceptor that displays the scaled output Connector 27 Dipswitches Dipswitches for setup of the unit 1 2 and 3 are for setting the Machine SELF ADDRESS 4 is for RS 485 Termination 5 is for Reply and 8 is for RS 232 RS 485 see section 6 3 28 Power Connector with Fuse AC connector enabling power supply to the unit 29 REMOTE IR 3 5mm Mini Jack Connect to an external IR receiv
13. DIO button illuminates switching operations relate to Audio e Ifthe VIDEO button illuminates switching operations relate to Video The STATUS window displays audio or video settings according to your selection 7 4 Confirming Settings You can choose to work in the At Once or the Confirm mode When the VS 808DS operates in the At Once mode pressing an OUTPUT INPUT combination implements the switch immediately In the Confirm mode the TAKE button must be pressed to authorize the switch The At Once Mode In the At Once mode you save time as execution is immediate and actions require no user confirmation However no protection is offered against changing an action in error 1 Warning that you are about to modify the audio configuration for AFV operation 15 Operating Your VS 808DS The Confirm Mode In the Confirm mode e You can key in several actions and then confirm them by pressing the TAKE button which simultaneously activate the multiple switches e Every action requires user confirmation to protect against erroneous switching e Execution is delayed until the user confirms the action 7 4 1 Toggling between the At Once and Confirm Modes To toggle between the At Once and Confirm modes do the following 1 Press the TAKE button to toggle from the At Once mode to the Confirm mode Actions now require user confirmation and the TAKE button illuminates 2 Press the illuminated TAKE button to toggle
14. EX code 0B 80 80 85 would be HEX codes 4B 80 81 85 23 Communication Protocol 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 If the function is not defined then the machine replies with OUTPUT 0 or with an error invalid instruction code If the INPUT is set to 126 for these instructions then if possible the machine will return the current setting of this function even for the case that the function is not defined For example for a video switcher which always switches during the VIS of input 1 and its VIS setting cannot be programmed otherwise the reply to the HEX code 0A FE 80 81 ie request VIS setting with INPUT set as 126dec would be HEX codes 4A FE 81 81 ie VIS setting 1 which is defined as VIS from input 1 NOTE 7 Setting OUTPUT to 0 will return the VIS source setting as defined in instruction 7 Setting to 1 will return the input or output of the sync source for the case where the VIS source is set as 6 or as 7 in instruction 7 Setting to 2 returns the vertical sync frequency 0 for no
15. Kramer Electronics Ltd ah KRAMER USER MANUAL Model VS 808DS 8x8 Video Audio Matrix Switcher Scaler Contents Contents Introduction 1 2 Getting Started 2 1 Quick Start 3 Overview 4 Your VS 808DS 8x8 Video Audio Matrix Switcher Scaler 5 Installing on a Rack 6 Connecting the VS 808DS 6 1 Connecting a PC 6 2 Connecting via RS 485 6 3 Setting the VS 808DS Dipswitches 6 3 1 Setting the SELF ADDRESS Dipswitches 6 3 2 Setting the REPLY Dipswitch 6 3 3 Setting the RS 232 RS 485 Dipswitch 7 Operating Your VS 808DS 7 1 Displaying the Unit Characteristics 7 2 Selecting and Connecting an Output and or Input 7 3 Choosing the Audio Follow Video or Breakaway Option 7 3 1 Setting the Audio Follow Video Option 7 3 2 Setting the Breakaway Option 7 4 Confirming Settings 7 4 1 Toggling between the At Once and Confirm Modes 7 4 2 Confirming a Switching Action 7 5 Storing Recalling Input Output Configurations 7 5 1 Storing an Input Output Configuration 7 5 2 Recalling an Input Output Configuration 7 5 3 Deleting an Input Output Configuration 7 6 Resetting the Machine 8 Technical Specifications 9 Table of Hex Codes for the Master VS 808DS 10 Communication Protocol Figures Figure 1 VS 808DS 8x8 Video Audio Matrix Switcher Scaler Front Panel Figure 2 Connecting the VS 808DS 8x8 Video Audio Matrix Switcher Scaler Figure 3 Connecting a PC without using a Null modem Adapter Figure 4 Controlling v
16. ding the required batteries and a separate user manual and this user manual Getting Started We recommend that you e Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment e Review the contents of this user manual e Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables Quick Start This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation 1 GROUP 1 Distribution Amplifiers GROUP 2 Video and Audio Switchers Matrix Switchers and Controllers GROUP 3 Video Audio VGA XGA Processors GROUP 4 Interfaces and Sync Processors GROUP 5 Twisted Pair Interfaces GROUP 6 Accessories and Rack Adapters GROUP 7 Scan Converters and Scalers and GROUP 8 Cables and Connectors 2 Downloadable from our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 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 1 Getting Started Step 1 Mount the machine see section 5 Mount the machine in a rack or stick the 4 rubber feet to the underside Connect up to amp Connect up to amp Connect the video and audio video and audio sA scaler output S a o NN LCD Display SELF ADDRESS mmm RS 485 TERM REPLY RS 232 RS 485 N w Connect an RS 232 Config
17. ec 22dec for 2nd byte and 128dec 16dec for 3rd byte 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 ie 128dec 3dec for 2nd byte 128dec 5dec for 3rd byte If the OUTPUT is set as 1 then the ASCII coding of the lettering following the machine s name is sent For example for the VS 7588YC the reply to the request to send the first suffix would be HEX codes 7D D9 C3 81 i e 128dec ASCII for Y 128dec ASCII for C NOTE 14 The number of inputs and outputs refers to the specific machine which is being addressed not to the system For example if six 16X16 matrices are configured to make a 48X32 system 48 inputs 32 outputs the reply to the HEX code 3E 82 81 82 ie request the number of outputs would be HEX codes TE 82 90 82 ie 16 outputs NOTE 15 When the OVR bit 4th byte is set then the video commands have universal meaning For example instruction 1 SWITCH VIDEO will cause all units including audio data etc to switch Similarly if a machine is in FOLLOW mode it will perform any video instruction
18. er unit for controlling the machine via an IR remote controller instead of using the front panel IR receiver 1 Usually not connected If shielded twisted pair is used for RS 485 G may be connected to the shield 2 The signal that is converted via the scaled output is the input signal that is routed to output 8 3 Optional Can be used instead of the front panel built in IR receiver to remotely control the VS 808DS only if the internal IR connection cable has been installed KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Installing on a Rack 5 Installing on a Rack This section describes what to do before installing on a rack and how to rack mount Before Installing on a Rack How to Rack Mount Before installing on a rack be sure that the environment is within the recommended range Operating temperature range 5 to 45 Deg Centigrade Operating humidity range 5 to 65 RHL non condensing Storage temperature range 20 to 70 Deg Centigrade Storage humidity range 5 to 95 RHL non condensing N CAUTION When installing on a 19 rack avoid hazards by taking care that 4 It is located within the recommended environmental conditions as the operating ambient temperature of a closed or multi unit rack assembly may exceed the room ambient temperature Once rack mounted enough air will still flow around the machine The machine is placed straight in
19. evices Subpart B Unintentional radiators CAUTION B Servicing the machines can only be done by an authorized Kramer technician Any user who makes changes or modifications to the unit without the expressed approval of the manufacturer will void user authority to operate the equipment Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components amp amp 26 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit our Web site www kramerelectronics com where updates to this user manual may be found We welcome your questions comments and feedback Safety Warning Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening servicing Caution 9001 o 2 ge ia Institute of Quality amp Control Kramer Electronics Ltd Web site www kramerelectronics com E mail info kramerel com P N 2900 000270 REV 3
20. f 200MHz that ensures transparent performance even in the most critical applications e Switching synchronization that lets you synchronize either to the external reference or to the incoming video e Both audio follow video and breakaway options e The storing of eight setups presets to be recalled and executed when needed e A TAKE button for executing multiple switches all at once e The ability to control via the front panel buttons via the infra red remote control transmitter via an external remote IR receiver optional and remotely by RS 485 or RS 232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system PC or other serial controller e Scaled graphics output resolutions VGA 640x480 SVGA 800x600 XGA 1024x768 or WXGA 1366x768 e Acceptance of PAL B D G H I NTSC 3 58 and NTSC 4 43 video formats The VS 808DS is housed in a 19 2U rack mountable enclosure and is fed from a 100 240 VAC universal switching power supply To achieve the best performance e 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 e Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances and position your VS 808DS away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust 4 Your VS 808DS 8x8 Video Audio Matrix Switcher Scaler This section defines the front and rear panels of the VS 808DS 8x8 Video Audi
21. from the Confirm mode back to the At Once mode Actions no longer require user confirmation and the TAKE button no longer illuminates 7 4 2 Confirming a Switching Action To confirm a switching action in the Confirm mode do the following 1 Press an OUTPUT INPUT combination The corresponding input number that is displayed in the STATUS 7 segment Display blinks The TAKE button also blinks 2 Press the blinking TAKE button to confirm the action The corresponding input number that is displayed in the STATUS 7 segment Display no longer blinks The TAKE button illuminates To confirm several actions in the Confirm mode do the following 1 Press each OUTPUT INPUT combination in sequence The corresponding input numbers that are displayed in the STATUS 7 segment Display blink The TAKE button also blinks 2 Press the blinking TAKE button to confirm all the actions The corresponding input numbers that are displayed in the STATUS 7 segment Display no longer blink The TAKE button illuminates 1 Failure to press the TAKE button within one minute the Timeout will abort the action 2 The TAKE button does not illuminate 3 The TAKE button illuminates 16 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating Your VS 808DS 7 5 Storing Recalling Input Output Configurations You can store and recall up to 8 input output configurations or setups in non volatile memory using the INPUT SELECTOR buttons to 8 7 5 1 Storing an I
22. ia RS 485 for example using an RC 3000 Figure 5 VS 808DS Dipswitches 10 11 12 Contents Tables Table 1 VS 808DS 8x8 Video Audio Matrix Switcher Scaler Front Panel Features 5 Table 2 VS 808DS 8x8 Video Audio Matrix Switcher Scaler Rear Panel Features 6 Table 3 Dipswitch Settings 12 Table 4 Self Address Dipswitch Settings 13 Table 5 Technical Specifications of the VS 808DS 18 Table 6 Hex Codes for Switching the Master VS 808DS 19 Table 7 Protocol Definitions 20 Table 8 Instruction Codes 21 ii KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Introduction 2 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 500 plus different models now appear in 8 Groups which are clearly defined by function Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VS 808DS 8x8 Video Audio Matrix Switcher Scaler It is ideal for e Audio video duplication e Production studios e Professional presentation systems The package includes the following items e VS 808DS 8x8 Video Audio Matrix Switcher Scaler e Power cord and Null modem adapter e Windows based Kramer control software e Remote IR cable optional e Infra red remote control transmitter inclu
23. input sync 50 for PAL 60 for NTSC 127 for error NOTE 8 The reply is as in TYPE 3 above except that here the OUTPUT is assigned with the value 0 if the setup is not defined no valid input is detected or 1 if it is defined valid input is detected NOTE 9 An error code is returned to the PC if an invalid instruction code was sent to the switcher or if a parameter associated with the instruction is out of range e g trying to save to a setup greater than the highest one or trying to switch an input or output greater than the highest one defined This code is also returned to the PC if an RS 232 instruction is sent while the machine is being programmed via the front panel Reception of this code by the switcher is not valid NOTE 10 This code is reserved for internal use NOTE 11 For machines where the video and or audio parameter is programmable NOTE 12 Under normal conditions the machine s present status is saved each time a change is made The power down save auto save may be disabled using this code Note that whenever the machine is turned on the auto save function is set NOTE 13 This is a request to identify the switcher s in the system If the OUTPUT is set as 0 and the INPUT is set as 1 2 5 or 7 the machine will send its name The reply is the decimal value of the INPUT and OUTPUT For example for a 2216 the reply to the request to send the audio machine name would be HEX codes 7D 96 90 81 ie 128d
24. k Adapters user manual for installation instructions you can download it at htto www kramerelectronics com Connecting the VS 808DS 6 Connecting the VS 808DS To connect the VS 808DS as the example in Figure 2 shows do the following 1 Connect up to eight composite video sources for example input 1 connected to a camera input 3 connected to video player and input 8 connected to a DVD player to the VIDEO INPUT BNC connectors and the AUDIO INPUT R and L RCA connectors Connect the eight VIDEO OUTPUT BNC connectors and the AUDIO OUTPUT R and L RCA connectors to up to eight composite video acceptors for example composite video recorders TV and so on Connect a PC and or controller to the RS 232 port see section 6 1 Connect the SCALER OUT HD15 connector to a VGA acceptor for example an LCD display Connect the power cord to the mains electricity not illustrated in Figure 2 1 You do not have to connect all the inputs or all the outputs 2 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VS 808DS After connecting your VS 808DS switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device 3 After connecting the power if required press the OUTPUT RES button to set the scaled output resolution KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting the VS 808DS Camera 1 Video Recorder 1 eee QE DVD Player 8 Figure 2 Connecting the VS SO8DS 8x8 Video A
25. le to request the audio gain value of right input 9 send hex codes 2A 84 80 81 and then send HEX codes 19 89 81 81 To set MIX mode send hex codes 2A 81 84 81 and then send HEX codes 16 NOTE 25 For units which detect the validity of the video inputs Instruction 16 will be sent whenever the unit detects a change in the state of an input in real time For example if input 3 is detected as invalid the unit will send the HEX codes 10 83 84 81 If input 7 is detected as valid then the unit will send HEX codes 10 87 85 81 25 LIMITED WARRANTY Kramer Electronics hereafter Kramer warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms HOW LONGIS THE WARRANTY Labor and parts are warranted for seven years from the date of the first customer purchase WHOIS 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 The following are not covered by the warranty 1 Any product which is not distributed by Kramer or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer If you are uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the Web site www kramerelectronics com 2 Any product on which the serial number has been defaced modified or removed 3 Damage deterioration or
26. malfunction resulting from 1 Accident misuse abuse neglect fire water lightning or other acts of nature ii Product modification or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product iii Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by Kramer iv Any shipment of the product claims must be presented to the carrier v Removal or installation ofthe product vi Any other cause which does notrelate to a product defect vii Cartons equipment enclosures cables or accessories used in conjunction with the product WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR AND WHAT WE WILLNOT PAY FOR We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items We will not pay for the following 1 Removal orinstallations charges 2 Costs of initial technical adjustments set up including adjustment of user controls or programming These costs are the responsibility of the Kramer dealer from whom the product was purchased 3 Shipping charges HOW YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE 1 To obtain service on you product you must take or ship it prepaid to any authorized Kramer service center 2 Whenever warranty service is required the original dated invoice or a copy must be presented as proof of warranty coverage and should be included in any shipment of the product Please also include in any mailing a contact name company address and a description of the problem s 3 For the name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center consult your authorized deale
27. nput Output Configuration To store the current status in memory do the following 1 Press the STO button The STO button blinks 2 Press one of the INPUT SELECTOR buttons from to 8 This will be the setup in which the current status is stored The memory stores the data at that reference 7 5 2 Recalling an Input Output Configuration To recall an input output configuration do the following 1 Press the RCL button The RCL button blinks 2 Press the appropriate INPUT SELECTOR button the INPUT SELECTOR button corresponding to the setup The memory recalls the stored data from that reference 7 5 3 Deleting an Input Output Configuration To delete an input output configuration do the following 1 Press the STO and RCL buttons simultaneously Both the STO and RCL buttons blink 2 Press the appropriate INPUT SELECTOR button This erases that specific input output configuration from the memory leaving it empty and available 7 6 Resetting the Machine To reset the machine press INPUT buttons 1 2 and 3 simultaneously The machine resets itself and a 7 segment self test is automatically performed 1 Storing a new configuration over a previous configuration without deleting it first replaces the previous configuration 17 Technical Specifications 8 Technical Specifications Table 5 includes the technical specifications of the VS 808DS Table 5 Technical Specifications of the VS 808DS
28. o Matrix Switcher Scaler 1 The signal that is converted via the scaled output is the input signal that is routed to output 8 2 Note that the saved setup does not include the scaler setup 3 Kramer P N 95 0103050 3 Your VS 808DS 8x8 Video Audio Matrix Switcher Scaler Praal D ddd ggd eo HAHAHAHA OO OU VIDEO AUDIO AFV sTO RCL OUTPUT INPUT ooo oureut VGA SVGA XGA WXGA Res POWER O E TAKE o 8x8 Video Audio Matrix Switcher Scaler vs 808DS o REMOTE IR RS 232 00000 0000 VIDEO INPUTS VIDEO OUTPUTS Figure 1 VS 808DS 8x8 Video Audio Matrix Switcher Scaler Front Panel 4 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Your VS 808DS 8x8 Video Audio Matrix Switcher Scaler Table 1 VS 8O08DS 8x8 Video Audio Matrix Switcher Scaler Front Panel Features Feature Function 1 IR Receiver The red LED is illuminated when receiving signals from the infra red remote control transmitter 2 POWER Switch Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF 3 xo OUTPUT Press to select the scaler output resolution VGA SVGA XGA or WXGA Y X RES Button 4 S 5 LEDs Light the specific resolution selected via the OUTPUT RES button VGA 26 640x480 SVGA 800x600 XGA 1024x768 or WXGA 13
29. r LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES All implied warranties including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to the length of this warranty EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES The liability of Kramer for any effective products is limited to the repair or replacement of the product at our option Kramer shall notbe liable for 1 Damage to other property caused by defects in this product damages based upon inconvenience loss ofuse of the product loss of time commercial loss or 2 Any other damages whether incidental consequential or otherwise Some countries may not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from place to place NOTE All products returned to Kramer for service must have prior approval This may be obtained from your dealer This equipment has been tested to determine compliance with the requirements of EN 50081 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic emission standard Part 1 Residential commercial and light industry EN 50082 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic immunity standard Part 1 Residential commercial and light industry environment CFR 47 FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15 Radio frequency d
30. r some machines not to reply to instructions received on the RS 232 and RS 485 ports In this case the REPLY or acknowledgement commands should be disabled Setting the RS 232 RS 485 Dipswitch The RS 232 RS 485 dipswitch allows you to enable RS 232 communication between the Matrix Switcher and the PC 13 Operating Your VS 808DS 7 1 Operating Your VS 808DS This section describes e The 7 segment display see section 7 1 e How to switch an input to an output see section 7 2 e The audio follow video and breakaway options see section 7 3 e How to confirm settings see section 7 4 e How to store and recall input output configurations see section 7 5 e How to reset the machine see section 7 6 Displaying the Unit Characteristics The VS 808DS 7 segment display shows the selected audio or video input switched to the marked output The unit s characteristics are displayed in the following circumstances e Immediately and automatically after switching on the power and e When simultaneously pressing and holding for 3 seconds the INPUT buttons 1 2 and 3 see section 7 6 7 2 Selecting and Connecting an Output and or Input To switch an input to an output press the desired OUTPUT button followed by the desired INPUT button In addition to e disconnect a video audio Input from a specific output press the desired OUTPUT button followed by the OFF button To disconnect all the outputs p
31. rate with the HEX command set must be sent in order to return to working with HEX codes NOTE 20 When data ie the INPUT and or OUTPUT bytes of more than 7 bits is required this instruction is sent before sending the instruction needing the additional bits The data in this intruction then becomes the Most Significant Bits of that next instruction For example to set the audio gain instruction 22 of output 3 to 681dec 2A9hex you would first send HEX codes 3F 80 85 81 and then send HEX codes 16 83 A9 81 To set the audio gain of output 6 to 10013dec 271Dhex first send HEX codes 3F 80 CE 81 followed by HEX codes 16 86 9D 81 NOTE 21 To store data in the non volatile memory of the unit eg the EEPROM for saving SETUPS The EEPROM address is sent using the INPUT byte and the data to be stored is sent using the OUTPUT byte To use this instruction it is necessary to understand the memory map and memory structure of the particular machine NOTE 22 Instruction 59 and instruction 60 load data for sending to the crosspoint switcher or for storing in a SETUP ie the data is lined up to be executed later Instruction 58 executes the loaded data NOTE 23 If the INPUT byte is set as 127dec then the data stored in a SETUP is loaded The SETUP is in the OUTPUT byte NOTE 24 Further information needed in instructions 21 22 25 and 26 is sent using instruction 42 which is sent prior to the instruction For examp
32. reqd 6 REQUEST STATUS OF AN Set as SETUP Equal to output number whose 4 3 AUDIO OUTPUT status is reqd 7 VIS SOURCE Set as input when 0 No VIS immediate 2 5 17 18 OUTPUT byte 6 1 Input 1 OR 2 External digital sync set as output when 3 External analog sync OUTPUT byte 7 4 Dynamic sync OR 5 Inter machine sync set as blank period 6 Input INPUT byte in steps of 25ms when 7 Output INPUT byte OUTPUT byte 32 8 User defined sync OR 32 RGBHV seamless switching set 0 64 Set for delayed switch 65 Execute delayed switch 66 Cancel delayed switch setting 8 BREAKAWAY SETTING 0 0 audio follow video 2 1 audio breakaway 1 0 FOLLOW mode 15 1 Normal mode 9 VIDEO AUDIO TYPE SETTING 0 for video 0 CV 4 SDI 2 1 YC 5 CV YC 2 YUV 6 VGA scaler 3 RGBS 7 DVI 1 for audio O0 0 Unbalanced audio O0 1 Balanced audio O1 0 Digital audio O1 1 Analog audio 04 0 O3 0 O2 0 Mono 04 0 O3 0 02 1 Stereo 2 for VGA and DVI 1 640X480 2 800X600 3 1024X768 10 REQUEST VIS SETTING Set as SETUP or 0 VIS source 3 4 6 7 set to 126 or 127 to 1 Input or output of source request if machine has this 2 Vertical sync freq Hz function 11 REQUEST BREAKAWAY Set as SETUP or 0 Request audio breakaway 3 4 6 15 SETTING set to 126 or 127 to setting request if machine has this 1 Request FOLLOW setting function 12 REQUEST VIDEO AUDIO Set as SETUP or 0
33. ress the ALL button followed by the OFF button e connect a video audio input to all outputs press the ALL button followed by the INPUT button corresponding to the input that is to be routed to all the outputs 1 When the Audio button illuminates that is when the audio breakaway mode is selected 2 When the Video button illuminates that is when the video breakaway mode is selected 3 Machine model and software version 14 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating Your VS 808DS 7 3 Choosing the Audio Follow Video or Breakaway Option You can switch stereo audio signals in one of two ways either e Audio follow video AFV in which all operations relate to both the video and the audio channels or e Breakaway in which video and audio channels switch independently 7 3 1 Setting the Audio Follow Video Option To set the Audio follow video AFV option press the AFV button e Ifthe AUDIO and VIDEO configurations are the same then the AFV button illuminates The audio will follow the video e Ifthe AUDIO differs from the VIDEO then the TAKE and the AUDIO buttons will flash Also the audio outputs in the STATUS 7 segment display which will be changed will flash1 Press the TAKE button to confirm the modification The audio will follow the video 7 3 2 Setting the Breakaway Option To set the Breakaway option Press either the AUDIO for audio control only or the VIDEO for video control only button e Ifthe AU
34. t7 Defined as 1 Bit 5 Don t care OVR Machine number override M4 M0 MACHINE NUMBER Used to address machines in a system via their machine numbers When several machines are controlled from a single serial port they are usually configured together with each machine having an individual machine number If the OVR bit is set then all machine numbers will accept implement the command and the addressed machine will reply For a single machine controlled via the serial port always set M4 MO 1 and make sure that the machine itself is configured as MACHINE NUMBER 1 20 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Communication Protocol Table 8 Instruction Codes Note All values in the table are decimal unless otherwise stated INSTRUCTION DEFINITION FOR SPECIFIC INSTRUCTION NOTE DESCRIPTION INPUT OUTPUT 0 RESET VIDEO 0 0 1 1 SWITCH VIDEO Set equal to video input Set equal to video output which is 2 15 which is to be switched to be switched 0 disconnect 0 to all the outputs 2 SWITCH AUDIO Set equal to audio input Set equal to audio output which 2 which is to be switched is to be switched 0 disconnect 0 to all the outputs 3 STORE VIDEO STATUS Set as SETUP 0 to store 2 3 15 1 to delete 4 RECALL VIDEO STATUS Set as SETUP 0 2 3 15 5 REQUEST STATUS OF A Set as SETUP Equal to output number whose 4 3 VIDEO OUTPUT status is
35. udio Matrix Switcher Scaler Connecting the VS 808DS 6 1 Connecting a PC You can connect a PC or other controller to the VS 808DS via the RS 232 port To connect using the Null modem adapter provided with the machine recommended method e Connect the RS 232 DB9 rear panel port on the VS 808DS to the Null modem adapter and connect the Null modem adapter with a 9 wire flat cable to the RS 232 DB9 port on your PC To connect without using a Null modem adapter e Connect the RS 232 DB9 port on your PC to the RS 232 DB9 rear panel port on the VS 808DS as Figure 3 illustrates PIN 5 Connected to PIN 5 Ground PIN 3 Connected to PIN 2 PIN 2 Connected to PIN 3 Female DB9 From PC Male DB9 PIN 4 Connected to PIN 6 PINS 8 7 1 Connected together If a Shielded cable is used connect the shield to PIN 5 Figure 3 Connecting a PC without using a Null modem Adapter 10 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting the VS 808DS 6 2 Connecting via RS 485 You can control a VS 808DS unit via an RS 485 controller or a Master Programmable Remote Control system such as the Kramer RC 3000 To connect an RC 3000 to a VS 808DS unit see Figure 4 connect the RS 485 terminal block port on the RC 3000 to the RS 485 port on the VS 808DS unit as follows e Connect the A PIN on the RS 485 rear panel port of the RC 3000 to the A PIN on the RS 485 rear panel port of the VS 808DS unit e
36. ure the Zw Control Fort and or SYNC ntg Dy an RS 485 port S Step 3 Turn the power ON Step 4 Set the machine see section 7 om 10000000 OOOOOOO0 Use the SELECTOR buttons to switch the inputs to Read the STATUS on the 7 6egment display the outputs C O EEE EE VIDEO AUDIO AFV sto RCL ALL OFF TAKE Connect a Disconnect Press TAKE to VIDEO Switching relates to the video signal Store STO selected input an output confirm actions AUDIO Switching relates to the audio signal and recall to ALL the AFV Audio follows video when switching RCL actions outputs Set the Scaler resolution via the OUTPUT RES button Choose one p Sealer ContRoL _ of the following VGA 640x480 XGA 1024x768 Oo0o0o o SVGA 800x600 WXGA 1366x768 oumrut vea svea XGA WXGA RES Step 5 Operate the machine Operate via the front panel buttons IR remote control RS 485 and RS 232 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Overview 3 Overview The VS 808DS 8x8 Video Audio Matrix Switcher Scaler is a high performance matrix switcher for composite video and unbalanced stereo audio signals It lets you simultaneously route any or all of the eight inputs to any or all of the eight outputs plus one scaled output that is output 8 also goes to the Scaler Switching during the vertical interval ensures glitch free switching with genlocked sources The VS 808DS features e A video bandwidth o
37. witcher is reset e g when it is turned on the reset code is sent to the PC If this code is sent to the switchers it will reset according to the present power down settings NOTE 2 These are bi directional definitions That is if the switcher receives the code it will perform the instruction and if the instruction is performed due to a keystroke operation on the front panel then these codes are sent For example if the HEX code 01 85 88 83 was sent from the PC then the switcher machine 3 will switch input 5 to output 8 If the user switched input 1 to output 7 via the front panel keypad then the switcher will send HEX codes 41 81 87 83 to the PC When the PC sends one of the commands in this group to the switcher then if the instruction is valid the switcher replies by sending to the PC the same four bytes that it was sent except for the first byte where the DESTINATION bit is set high NOTE 3 SETUP 0 is the present setting SETUP 1 and higher are the settings saved in the switcher s memory i e those used for Store and Recall NOTE 4 The reply to a REQUEST instruction is as follows the same instruction and INPUT codes as were sent are returned and the OUTPUT is assigned the value of the requested parameter The replies to instructions 10 and 11 are as per the definitions in instructions 7 and 8 respectively For example if the present status of machine number 5 is breakaway setting then the reply to the H
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