USER MANUAL - Kramer Electronics
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1. 8 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Technical Specifications 7 Technical Specifications Table 1 Technical Specifications of the Cobra MX 88 VIDEO TRANSPORT RGBHV RGsB S video Component YUV HDTV Y C NTSC PAL model and or configuration dependent AUDIO TRANSPORT Line level combined L and R stereo or SPDIF digital audio model and or configuration dependent SERIAL DATA Uni directional RS 232 to 19 2k baud model and or configuration dependent TRANSPORT MAXIMUM RESOLUTION 1920x1200 receiver dependent SWITCH CONTROL Serial control port RS 232 RS 422 or RS 485 via captive screw connector BAUD RATE 9600 8 bit 1 stop bit no parity or 19 2k 8 bit 1 stop bit no parity USER INTERFACES Front panel push buttons GUI included IP optional or 3rd party control via RS 232 POWER 90 240 VAC 50 60 Hz internal power cord included CONSUMPTION 35 watts maximum DIMENSIONS 8 12 W x 6 5 D x 1 75 H 20 6 cm x 16 5 cm x 4 45 WEIGHT 2 8 lb 1 3 Kg ENCLOSURE Powder coated steel Galvanneal process OPERATING TEMP 0 to 40 C STORAGE 20 to 60 C HUMIDITY 80 non condensing 1 Specifications are subject to change without notice LIMITED WARRANTY Kramer Electronics hereafter Kramer warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms HOWLONGISTHE WARRANTY2. 8 Px a b c d e f g h lt CR gt Configures a preset Device replies with Preset x Stored lt CR gt lt LF gt If x 0 or if x a recalled preset the current working preset is reported as P0 a b c d e f g h lt CR gt lt LF gt 5 5 Serial Control Command If x a stored preset the new preset configuration will be saved in preset memory location x Parameters x Preset 0 8 a Output 1 input selection 0 OFF b Output 2 input selection 0 OFF h Output 8 input selection 0 OFF 5 7 Recall Commands The following Recall Command formats shall be used Rx lt CR gt Recall preset x and copy to current working preset Device replies with P0 a b c d e f g h lt CR gt lt LF gt Parameters a Output input selection 0 OFF b Output 2 input selection 0 OFF h Output 8 input selection 0 OFF 5 8 Status Commands The following Recall Command formats shall be used S lt CR gt Report master device status Device replies with Px a b c d e f g h lt CR gt lt LF gt Pl a b c d e f g h lt CR gt lt LF gt P2 a b c d e f g h lt CR gt lt LF gt P3 a b c d e f g h lt CR gt lt LF gt P4 a b c d e f g h lt CR gt lt LF gt P5 a b c d e f g h lt CR gt lt LF gt P6 a b c d e f g h lt CR gt lt LF gt P7 a b c d e f g h lt CR gt lt LF gt P8 a b c d e f g h lt CR gt lt LF gt Parameters x Current working preset If x 1 8 then a stored preset is loaded
3. Labor and parts are warranted for three years from the date of the first customer purchase WHOISPROTECTED 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 Any product on which the serial number has been defaced modified orremoved 3 Damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from i 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 Removalor installation of the product vi Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect vii Cartons equipment enclosures cables or accessories used in conjunction with the product WHAT WE WILL PAY FORAND WHAT WE WILLNOT PAY FOR We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items We will not pay for the following 1 Removal or installations charges 2 Costs of initial technical a
4. it support distribution through an Ethernet network Do not connect these devices to any sort of networking or telecommunications equipment Note CAT 5 cabling must be pinned to the TIA EIA T568B wiring specification 4 Cobra MX 88 8x8 Matrix Switcher Operation This section describes how to operate the Cobra MX 88 8x8 Matrix Switcher 4 1 Keypad Description The Cobra MX 88 8x8 Matrix Switcher provides a front panel keypad that may be used to configure the input to output channel assignments Additionally these assignments may be saved as preset configurations Eight configurations may be saved for later use When an input or output channel is selected the key will be illuminated Pressing an input or output key will toggle the selection It is not necessary to press the CANCEL key to remove only the selected key from the current assignment The CANCEL key is used to abort any operation in progress and will also re initialize all input and output key selections The ENTER key will update the matrix assignments with the current selection The Cobra MX 88 8x8 Matrix Switcher will remember the current preset configuration if power is removed and will return to this state when power is restored If the current configuration has not been saved as a preset however the unit will recall the last saved preset An eight by eight display is furnished to provide the user with a visual overview of the current matrix assignm
5. If any output configuration is changed after loading a stored preset then x 0 a Output 1 input selection 0 OFF 6 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Address Configuration Commands b Output 2 input selection 0 OFF h Output 8 input selection 0 OFF 5 9 ID Commands The following ID Command formats shall be used lt CR gt Report ID firmware version Device replies with MX88 Core vx y lt CR gt lt LF gt MX88 Panel vx y lt CR gt lt LF gt Parameters Major firmware revision y Minor firmware revision 5 10 Clear Working Preset This command will turn all outputs off immediately C lt CR gt Clear working preset Device replies with P0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 lt CR gt lt LF gt 6 Address Configuration Commands The following Address Configuration Command formats shall be used A lt CR gt Report device hardware address configuration Device replies with A xx lt CR gt lt LF gt Parameters xx Device address A xx lt CR gt Configure device hardware address Device replies with A xx lt CR gt lt LF gt Parameters Hardware Address 00 99 1 commands are echoed at the terminal prompt 2 Any invalid command sequences will return an error prompt string Address Configuration Commands RECEIVER INPUT SOURCE amp OUTPUT 1 CATS UTP HD15 M M VGA CABLE TRANSMITTER RECEIVER INPUT SOURCE IU Te OUTPUT 8
6. Kramer Electronics Ltd USER MANUAL Model Cobra MX 88 8x8 Matrix Switcher Contents Contents 1 Introduction 2 Getting Started 3 Overview 4 Cobra MX 88 8x8 Matrix Switcher Operation 4 1 Keypad Description 4 2 Input to Output Assignment 43 Preset Command 4 4 Recall Command 4 5 Off Command 5 CAT 5 Serial Control Command 5 1 RS 232 Protocol 5 2 RS 232 Hardware interface 5 3 Commands 5 4 Command Strings 9 3 Output Commands 5 6 Preset Commands Dl Recall Commands 5 8 Status Commands 5 9 ID Commands 5 10 Clear Working Preset 6 Address Configuration Commands 7 Technical Specifications OeNIAANDANUNFSHPP HP BP DN 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 500 plus different models now appear in 8 Groups which are clearly defined by function Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer Cobra MX 88 8x8 Matrix Switcher The Cobra MX 88 8x8 Matrix Switcher is designed for Plug and Play operation and is fully compatible with all versions of the Kramer Cobra series of CAT 5 transmitters receivers The Kramer Cobra series products are not compatible with
7. Kramer non Cobra series products 2 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 3 Overview Achieving the best performance when using the Cobra MX 88 8x8 Matrix Switcher means e Connecting 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 Avoiding interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality and positioning your Cobra MX 88 ina location free from moisture and away from excessive sunlight and dust 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 1 Cobra MX 88 8x8 Matrix Switcher Operation No operator serviceable parts inside unit Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall adapter that is provided with this unit Eut Disconnect power and unplug unit from wall before installing or removing device or servicing unit This equipment is not intended for nor does
8. djustments 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 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 dealer 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 not be liable for 1 Damage to other property caused by defects in this product damages based upon inconvenience loss of use 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 conseq
9. ents 1 For example model number AD2512C part number 2535 00025 1 2 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Cobra MX 88 8x8 Matrix Switcher Operation 4 2 Input to Output Assignment To assign an input channel source to an output channel destination press the desired input key on the top row and the desired output key s on the bottom row of the selection keypad If any outputs are assigned to the selected input channel the keys will be illuminated When all assignments have been made press the ENTER key to update the matrix or press the CANCEL key to start again Multiple output channels may be assigned to a single input channel but only one input channel may be assigned to each output channel To turn an output channel off press only the output key then the ENTER key Pressing an input or output key will toggle the selection It is not necessary to press the CANCEL key to remove only the selected key from the current assignment Pressing an input key will illuminate the input key and all outputs assigned to this input To re assign the outputs to a new input press the input key again then press the new input key Press the ENTER key to update the matrix or press the CANCEL key to start again To turn an output channel off make sure no inputs are selected then press only the output key and the ENTER key 4 3 Preset Command To save the current matrix configuration press the PRESET key then the input
10. key that corresponds to the preset you wish to overwrite 1 8 Press the ENTER key to save or the CANCEL key to start again 4 4 Recall Command To recall a saved preset configuration press the RECALL key then the input key that corresponds to the preset you wish to recall 1 8 Press the ENTER key to load the preset configuration or the CANCEL key to start again 4 5 All Off Command To turn all outputs off simultaneously hold the CANCEL key for approximately five seconds CAT 5 Serial Control Command 5 CAT 5 Serial Control Command 5 1 RS 232 Protocol The Cobra MX 88 will echo each command character that is received via the RS232 port When using an external Control System to control the MX 88 a delay of at least 10 milliseconds must be inserted between characters This will allow enough time for the switcher to echo the character back to the Control System and accept the next character Example To connect Input 1 to Output 5 the command O3 1 lt CR gt should be transmitted O 10ms Delay 5 10ms Delay 10ms Delay 1 10ms Delay lt CR gt 7 bit ASCII 8 data bits no parity 1 stop bit 9600 bps 9600 8N1 commands are Upper Case 5 2 RS 232 Hardware interface Label TX TX RX RX GND Signal RS 232 Transmit TD Not Used RS 232 Receive RD Not Used GND 5 3 Commands Command Description ASCII Output O 4F Preset 50 Recall P
11. reset 52 Status Report S 53 ID Report OS 3F Clear Working Preset 43 Address Configuration A 41 5 4 Command Strings A valid command string will begin with a Command character and terminate with a Carriage Return lt CR gt The format is as follows KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY CAT 5 Serial Control Command 5 5 Output Commands The following Output Command formats shall be used Ox lt CR gt Report an output x channel configuration Device replies with Ox y lt CR gt lt LF gt Parameters x Output channel 1 8 y Input channel assigned to selected output channel 0 OFF Ox y lt CR gt Configure an output x channel Device replies with Ox y lt CR gt lt LF gt Parameters x Output channel 1 8 y Input channel assigned to selected output channel 0 OFF 5 6 Preset Commands The following Preset Command formats shall be used Px lt CR gt Report a preset x configuration Device replies with Px a b c d e f g h lt CR gt lt LF gt Parameters x Preset 0 8 If x 0 the current working configuration is reported a Output input selection 0 OFF b Output 2 input selection 0 OFF h Output 8 input selection 0 OFF Px lt CR gt Saves current working configuration as a preset x configuration Device replies with Preset x Stored lt CR gt lt LF gt Parameters x Preset 1
12. ty Warning Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening servicing Caution 9001 O QU a Institute of Quality amp Control Kramer Electronics Ltd Web site www kramerelectronics com E mail info kramerel com P N 2900 650003 REV 3
13. uential 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 devices Subpart B Unintentional radiators CAUTION B gt 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 B gt Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine B gt Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components 10 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 Safe
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