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1. The VS 81HD is compatible with Kramer s Protocol 2000 version 0 50 below This RS 232 RS 485 Ethernet app level 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 The VS 81HD machine uses a sub set of Protocol 2000 Only these commands are described below Table 4 Protocol Definitions MSB LSB DESTI INSTRUCTION NATION 0 D N5 4 N3 N2 N1 NO 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 Ist byte INPUT 1 16 15 14 12 11 10 7 6 5 4 3 2 0 2nd byte OUTPUT 1 06 05 04 03 02 01 00 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 3rd byte MACHINE NUMBER 1 X X M4 M3 M2 M1 MO 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 4th byte 1 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 N5 N0 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 is the value to be set for N5 N0 2 BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 1 16 10 INPUT When switching ie instruction codes 1 and 22. 7 Click OK aixi General You can get IP settings assigned automatically if your network supports this capability Otherwise you need to ask your network administrator for the appropriate IP settings Obtain an IP address automatically Use the following IP address IP address 192 168 1 2 Subnet mask 255 255 0 Default gateway 4 2 Obtain address automatically r Use the following DNS server addresses Preferred DNS server Alternate DNS server Advanced Figure 7 Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties Window 14 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting Your VS 81HD 8 1 HD SD SDI Switcher 6 5 2 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub Straight Through Cable You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS 81HD to the Ethernet port on a network hub or network router via a straight through cable with RJ 45 connectors 6 5 3 Configuring the Ethernet Port After connecting the Ethernet port you have to install and configure it For detailed instructions on how to install and configure your Ethernet port see the Ethernet Configuration FC 11 guide pdf on our Web site http www kramerelectronics com 6 6 Controlling via the REMOTE Connector The contact closure remote control pins operate in a similar way to the input selector button Using the contact closure remote control lets you route an input to the outputs by remote control To do so tem
3. To connect a PC to the VS 81HD unit without using a Null modem adapter e Connect the RS 232 9 pin D sub port on your PC to the RS 232 9 pin D sub rear panel port on the VS 81HD unit as Figure 4 illustrates PIN 5 Connected to PIN 5 Ground PIN 3 Connected to PIN 2 PIN 2 Connected to PIN 3 9 pin D sub 9 pin D sub From PC Male PIN 4 is connected to PIN 6 PINs 8 7 1 are connected together If a shielded cable is used connect the shield to PIN 5 Figure 4 Connecting a PC without using a Null modem Adapter 11 Connecting Your VS 81HD 8x1 HD SD SDI Switcher 6 3 Controlling via the RS 485 Port To cascade up to eight individual VS 81HD units via RS 485 with control via a Master Programmable Remote Control system such as the Kramer RC 3000 as Figure 5 illustrates do the following 1 Connect the and PINS on the RS 485 terminal block port of the RC 3000 to the and PINS respectively on each of the eight VS 81HD units If using shielded twisted pair cable the shield is usually connected to the G Ground PIN ofthe first unit 2 Set the first VS 81HD unit as MACHINE 1 and the following seven VS 81HD units as MACHINE 2 to MACHINE 8 according to Table 2 RS 485 PINOUT RC 3000 MACHINE 1 e bs m pug o Figure 5 Controlling via RS 485 for example using an R
4. machine To do so remove the Screws from each side of the machine 3 on each side and replace those screws through the ear brackets 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 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 Rack Adapters user manual for installation instructions you can download it at http www kramerelectronics com Connecting Your VS 81HD 8 1 HD SD SDI Switcher 6 Connecting Your VS 81HD 8x1 HD SD SDI Switcher You can use your VS 81HD to switch one of the eight high definition standard definition SDI inputs to the two identical high definition standard definition SDI outputs as the example illustrated in Figure 2 shows To connect VS 81HD 8x7 HD SD SDI Switcher as shown in the example in Figure 2 do the following l Connect up to eight SDI sources to the INPUTS BNC connectors for example HD SD SDI camera to INPUT 1 HD SD SDI camera to INPUT 2 HD SD SDI camera to INPUT 7 SDI VTR to INPUT 8 Connect the SDI OUTPUT BNC connectors to up to two SDI acceptors for example two HD SD SDI d
5. 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 O6 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 1 You can download our user friendly Software for Calculating Hex Codes for Protocol 2000 from the technical support section on our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 2 The full Protocol 2000 can be downloaded from on our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com Only the commands relevant to the VS 81HD are shown here 18 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Kramer Protocol 2000 4 Bit7 Defined as 1 Bits 5 6 Don t care 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 For a single machine controlled via the serial port always set M4 MO 1 and make sure th
6. 6 the reply to the request to send the audio machine name would be HEX codes 7D 96 90 81 i e 128dec 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 i e 1284 3dec for 2nd byte 1284 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 1284 ASCII for 128dec ASCII for 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 20 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY 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 WHOISPROTE
7. C 3000 12 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting Your VS 81HD 8x1 HD SD SDI Switcher 6 4 Switching Genlocked Video Signals The genlock feature lets you switch genlocked video signals according to timing of the GENLOCK reference input Connect the GENLOCK cable If the HD input signal that is connected is one of the following it is necessary to set it up as follows e 10801 4 60 press and hold INPUT 1 button for 3 seconds The button will flash to indicate that the set up was completed e 10801 50Hz or 720 4 50 2 press and hold INPUT 2 button for 3 seconds The button will flash to indicate that the set up was completed e 720p 60Hz press and hold INPUT 3 button for 3 seconds The button will flash to indicate that the set up was completed When turning the machine ON the appropriate button will flash to indicate the latest setup last setup is saved 6 5 Controlling via ETHERNET You can connect the VS 81HD via the Ethernet using a crossover cable see section 6 5 1 for direct connection to the PC or a straight through cable see section 6 5 2 for connection via a network hub or network router 6 5 1 Connecting the ETHERNET Port directly to a PC Crossover Cable You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS 81HD to the Ethernet port on your PC via a crossover cable with RJ 45 connectors This type of connection is recommended for identification of the factory default IP Address of the VS 81HD
8. CTED Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty WHATIS COVERED AND WHATISNOT 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 or on which the WARRANTY VOID IF TAMPERED sticker has been torn reattached removed or otherwise interfered with 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 ofthe product vi Anyothercause which does not relate to a product defect vii Cartons equipment enclosures cables or accessories used in conjunction with the product WHAT WE WILLPAY FORAND WHAT WE WILLNOT PAY FOR We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items We will not pay for the following 1 Removalorinstallations charges 2 Costs of initial tec
9. Kramer Electronics Ltd USER MANUAL Model VS 81HD 8 1 HD SD SDI Switcher Contents Contents 1 Introduction 2 Getting Started 2 1 Quick Start 3 Overview 4 Your VS 81HD 8x1 HD SD SDI Switcher 4 1 Using the IR Transmitter 5 Installing on a Rack 6 Connecting Your VS 81HD 8x1 HD SD SDI Switcher 6 1 DIP switch Settings 6 1 1 Setting the Machine ID DIP switches 6 2 Controlling via RS 232 for example using a PC 6 3 Controlling via the RS 485 Port 6 4 Switching Genlocked Video Signals 6 5 Controlling via ETHERNET 6 5 1 Connecting the ETHERNET Port directly to a PC Crossover Cable 6 5 2 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub Straight Through Cable 6 5 3 Configuring the Ethernet Port 6 6 Controlling via the REMOTE Connector 7 Operating the VS 81HD 74 Locking the Front Panel 8 Technical Specifications 9 Kramer Protocol 2000 Figures Figure 1 VS 81HD 8x1 HD SD SDI Switcher Figure 2 Connecting the VS 81HD 8x1 HD SD SDI Switcher Figure 3 VS 81HD MACHINE ID DIP switches Figure 4 Connecting a PC without using a Null modem Adapter Figure 5 Controlling via RS 485 for example using an RC 3000 Figure 6 Local Area Connection Properties Window Figure 7 Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties Window Figure 8 Using the REMOTE Connector NI O09 mm E 10 11 12 13 13 13 15 15 15 16 16 17 18 10 11 12 14 14 15 Contents Tables Table 1 VS 81HD 8x1 HD SD SDI Swit
10. at the machine itself is configured as MACHINE NUMBER 1 Table 5 Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 Note AII 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 which is to be switched to be switched 0 7 disconnect 0 7 to all the outputs 5 REQUEST STATUS OF A 0 Equal to output number whose 4 VIDEO OUTPUT status is read 16 ERROR BUSY 0 0 error 9 1 invalid instruction 2 out of range 30 LOCK FRONT PANEL 0 Panel unlocked 0 2 1 Panel locked 31 REQUEST WHETHER PANEL 0 0 16 IS LOCKED 61 IDENTIFY MACHINE 1 video machine name 0 Request first 4 digits 13 3 video software version 1 Request first suffix 10 Request first prefix 62 DEFINE MACHINE 1 number of inputs 1 for video 14 2 number of outputs 3 number of setups NOTES on the above table NOTE 1 When the master switcher 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 sen
11. cher Features 5 Table 2 MACHINE ID DIP switch Settings 10 Table 3 Technical Specifications of the VS 81HD 8x1 HD SD SDI Switcher 17 Table 4 Protocol Definitions 18 Table 5 Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 19 ii KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Introduction 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 groups that are clearly defined by function Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VS 81HD 8x HD SD SDI Switcher This product is ideal for e Professional broadcasting and production studios e Post production The package includes the following items VS 81HD 8x1 HD SD SDI Switcher e Null modem adapter infrared remote control transmitter and power cord 2 e This user manual 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 Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables 2 1 Quick Start This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps 1 GROUP I Distributio
12. d feedback Safety Warning Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening servicing Caution Kramer Electronics Ltd Web site www kramerelectronics com E mail info kramerel com P N 2900 000324 REV 3
13. during the initial configuration After connecting the Ethernet port configure your PC as follows 1 Right click the My Network Places icon on your desktop 2 Select Properties 3 Right click Local Area Connection Properties 1 According to SMPTE RP 168 The sources must be genlocked to the GENLOCK input in order to switch cleanly 2 The unit will detect automatically when SD SDI inputs are used 3 If a change is made to the resolution or refresh rate The button will not flash if the new timing is the same as that previously selected 13 Connecting Your VS 81HD 8x1 HD SD SDI Switcher 4 Select Properties The Local Area Connection Properties window appears 5 Selectthe Internet Protocol TCP IP and click the Properties Button see Figure 6 General Connect using Netfinity 10 100 Ethernet Adapter Components checked are used by this connection E Client for Microsoft Networks 8 File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks Internet Protocol TCP IP Install Uninstall Properties Description Transmission Control Protocol Internet Protocol The default wide area network protocol that provides communication across diverse interconnected networks Show icon in taskbar when connected Figure 6 Local Area Connection Properties Window 6 Select Use the following IP address and fill in the details as shown in Figure 7
14. h any one of the eight inputs to two identical outputs In particular the VS 81HD Features selector buttons that automatically light up in different colors green when the VS 81HD detects a standard definition signal or blue when it detects a high definition signal e Features reclocking and equalization on each input e Supports cable equalization and is SMPTE 259M 292M and DVB ASI compliant e Supports ANC data embedded audio Teletext time code and so on e Has the ability to switch genlocked video signals according to timing of the GENLOCK reference input Switching according to the Bi level or Tri level Genlock input according to SMPTE RP 168 e Has an OFF button to disconnect the outputs e Has a front panel lock button The VS 81HD which is housed in a 19 1U rack mountable enclosure and is fed from a 100 240 VAC universal switching power supply can be controlled via the e Front panel buttons e Infra red remote control transmitter e Infra red remote extension cable transmitter see section 4 1 e Remotely by RS 232 or RS 485 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system PC or other serial controller e ETHERNET e Remote contact closure for forced operation 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 A
15. hnical adjustments set up including adjustment of user controls or programming These costs are the responsibility ofthe 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 dealer LIMITATION OFIMPLIED 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 co
16. isplays Set the DIP switches see section 6 1 As an option you can connect genlock source to the GENLOCK IN BNC connector LOOP BNC connector to the GENLOCK connector of the next unit in the line and release the TERM button for looping If required connect PC and or controller to the RS 232 port see section 6 2 and or RS 485 port see section 6 3 and or ETHERNET connector see section 6 5 If required connect a remote contact closure switch see section 6 6 Connect the power cord 1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VS 81HD After connecting your VS 81HD switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device 2 When only one output is required connect that output and leave the other output unconnected 3 Not illustrated in Figure 2 4 Push in to terminate the input Release when the input extends to another unit 5 We recommend that you use only the power cord that is supplied with this machine KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting Your VS 81HD 8x1 HD SD SDI Switcher HD SD SDI Camera HD SD SDI amp HD SD Camera SDI VTR SDI Display 1 Display 2 Figure 2 Connecting the VS 81HD 8x1 HD SD SDI Switcher Connecting Your VS 81HD 8x1 HD SD SDI Switcher 6 1 DIP switch Settings By default all the DIP switches are set to OFF Figure 3 illustrates the VS 81HD DIP switches MACHINE ID Figu
17. n Amplifiers GROUP 2 Switchers and Matrix Switchers GROUP 3 Control Systems GROUP 4 Format Standards Converters GROUP 5 Range Extenders and Repeaters GROUP 6 Specialty AV Products GROUP 7 Scan Converters and Scalers GROUP 8 Cables and Connectors GROUP 9 Room Connectivity GROUP 10 Accessories and Rack Adapters GROUP 11 Sierra Products 2 Download up to date Kramer user manuals from the Internet at http www kramerelectronics com 3 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 undereide OPTIONAL Connect a house sync to the GENLOCK IN connector and connect the LOOP connector to the Genlock connector of an additional unit HD SD SDI Camera HD SD SDI Display 1 SET THE DIPSWITCHES By default all the dipswitches Set the machine number are set to OFF Step 4 Turn the power ON Step 5 Operate the machine Operate via the front panel buttons IR remote control 5 222 RS 485 remote control contact closure and ETHERNET KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Overview 3 Overview The Kramer VS 81HD is a true 8x1 switcher for standard definition high definition SDI signals that lets you switc
18. nal Can be used instead of the front panel built in IR receiver to remotely control the machine only if the internal IR connection cable has been installed see section 4 1 6 First disconnect the power cord and then connect it again while pressing the ETH Factory Reset button The unit will power up and load its memory with the factory default definitions Your VS 81HD 8x1 HD SD SDI 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 receiver 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 cables Before using the external IR receiver be sure to arrange for your Kramer dealer to insert the internal IR connection cable with the 3 5mm connector that fits into the REMOTE IR opening on the rear panel Connect the external IR receiver to the REMOTE IR 3 5mm connector 1 Model C A35M IRR 50 2 Model C A35M A35F 50 3 P N 505 70434010 5 6 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 in a Rack How to Rack Mount Before installing in a rack be sure that the environment is within the recommended range Operating temperat
19. nsequential 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 BO 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 DO Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine BO Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components FCC and CE approved using STP cable fortwisted pair products 21 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 an
20. porarily connect the required input from 1 to 8 pin the REMOTE terminal block connector to the GND ground pin You can also disconnect the outputs by temporarily connecting the OFF pin to the GND pin DO NOT connect more than one PIN to the GND PIN at the same time For example to route input 5 to the outputs as the example in Figure 8 illustrates momentarily touch input 5 to the GND ground pin REMOTE OFF8 7 6 5 432 G Figure 8 Using the REMOTE Connector 15 Operating the VS 81HD 7 1 Operating the VS 81HD You can operate your VS 81HD via The front panel buttons RS 232 RS 485 serial commands transmitted by a PC touch screen system or other serial controller e The Kramer infrared remote control transmitter e Infrared remote extension cable transmitter The ETHERNET To switch an input to the outputs via the front panel buttons press the desired input button When selecting an input that is not connected that input button blinks Locking the Front Panel To prevent changing the settings accidentally or tampering with the unit via the front panel buttons lock your VS 81HD Unlocking releases the protection mechanism To lock the VS 81HD e Press the LOCK button for three seconds until the LOCK button is illuminated The front panel is locked Pressing a button will have no effect To unlock the VS 81HD e Press the illuminated LOCK button until the LOCK bu
21. re 3 VS S1HD MACHINE ID DIP switches 6 1 1 Setting the Machine ID DIP switches The MACHINE ID determines the position of a VS 81HD unit specifying which VS 81HD unit is being controlled when several VS 81HD units connect to a PC or serial controller Set the Machine number on a VS 81HD unit via MACHINE ID DIPs 1 2 3 and 4 according to Table 2 When using a standalone VS 81HD unit set the Machine ID to 1 When connecting more than one VS 81HD unit set the first machine the Master that 1 closest to the PC as Machine ID 1 the DIP switches are set to OFF Table 2 MACHINE ID DIP switch Settings Mach DIP1 DIP 2 DIP 3 DIP 4 Mach DIP 1 DIP 2 DIP 3 DIP 4 1 OFF OFF OFF OFF 9 OFF OFF OFF ON 2 ON OFF OFF OFF 10 ON OFF OFF ON 3 OFF ON OFF OFF 11 OFF ON OFF ON 4 ON ON OFF OFF 12 ON ON OFF ON 5 OFF OFF ON OFF 13 OFF OFF ON ON 6 ON OFF ON OFF 14 ON OFF ON ON 7 OFF ON ON OFF 15 OFF ON ON ON 8 ON ON ON OFF 16 ON ON ON ON 10 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting Your VS 81HD 8 1 HD SD SDI Switcher 6 2 Controlling via RS 232 for example using a PC To connect a PC to the VS 81HD unit using the Null modem adapter provided with the machine recommended e Connect the RS 232 9 pin D sub rear panel port on the VS 81HD unit to the Null modem adapter and connect the Null modem adapter with a 9 wire flat cable to the RS 232 9 pin D sub port on your PC
22. t 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 4l 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 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 For example if the present status of a Video Output I is 3 then the reply to the HEX code 05 80 81 81 would be HEX codes 45 80 83 81 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 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 19 Kramer Protocol 2000 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 221
23. tor Connect to the GENLOCK connector of the next unit in the line 9 INPUTS BNC Connectors Connect to the serial digital video sources from 1 to 8 10 OUTPUTS SDI BNC Connect the two identical SDI outputs to serial digital video Connectors acceptors 1 and 2 11 RS 485 Detachable Terminal PIN Gis for the Ground connection PINs and A are for RS 485 Block Port 12 RS 232 9 pin D sub Port Connects to the PC or the Remote Controller 13 REMOTE Terminal Block Connect to contact closure switches see section 6 6 Connector 14 MACHINE ID DIP switches DIP switches for setting the machine ID number 15 REMOTE IR Opening Connects to an external IR receiver unit for controlling the machine via an IR remote controller instead of using the front panel IR receiver 16 ETH FACTORY RESET Press to reset to factory default definitions Button IP number 192 168 1 39 Mask 255 255 255 0 Gateway 192 168 1 1 17 ETHERNET Connector Connects to the PC or other Serial Controller through computer networking 18 Power Connector with Fuse AC connector enabling power supply to the unit 1 Extending the genlock source to another unit 2 The ground connection is sometimes connected to the shield of the RS 485 cable In most applications the ground is not connected 3 Via a null modem connection 4 Covered by a cap The 3 5mm connector at the end of the internal IR connection cable fits through this opening 5 Optio
24. tton is no longer illuminated The front panel unlocks 1 For details of how to route an input to an output using the REMOTE connector see section 6 6 2 Nevertheless even though the front panel is locked you can still operate via RS 232 or RS 485 as well as via the Kramer IR Remote Control Transmitter 16 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Technical Specifications 8 Technical Specifications Table 3 includes the technical specifications Table 3 Technical Specifications of the VS 81HD 8x1 HD SD SDI Switcher INPUTS 8 SDI SMPTE 259M 292M 344M serial video 75 ohms on BNC connectors 1 GENLOCK 750 Hi Z on looping connectors bi level Tri level inputs OUTPUTS 2 identical equalized and reclocked SMPTE 259M 292M 344M outputs 750 on BNC connectors 1 GENLOCK 750 Hi Z on looping connectors bi level Tri level inputs MAX OUTPUT LEVEL 800mVpp 75Q JITTER Better than 0 2UI DATA RATE Up to 1 485Gbps CONTROLS Front panel RS 232 RS 485 ETHERNET infrared remote dry contact and panel lock POWER SOURCE Universal 100 240VAC 50 60Hz 22VA DIMENSIONS 19 inch W 7 inch D 1U H rack mountable WEIGHT 1 5kg 3 3lbs approx ACCESSORIES Power cord Null modem adapter external remote IR receiver cable 1 Specifications are subject to change without notice 2 P N C A35M IRR 50 17 Kramer Protocol 2000 9 Kramer Protocol 2000
25. ure range 5 to 45 C 41 to 113 F Operating humidity range 10 to 9096 RHL non condensing Storage temperature range 20 to 470 C 4 to 158 F Storage humidity range 5 to 95 RHL non condensing CAUTION When installing on a 19 rack avoid hazards by taking care that 1 Itis 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 2 Once rack mounted enough air will still flow around the machine 3 The machine is placed straight in the correct horizontal position 4 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 5 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
26. void interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality and position your Kramer VS 81HD away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust 4 Your VS 81HD 8x1 HD SD SDI Switcher Figure 1 and Table 1 define the VS 81HD x HD SD SDI Switcher 1 Digital Video Broadcasting Asynchronous Serial Interface 2 The sources must be genlocked to the GENLOCK input in order to switch cleanly 3 Your VS 81HD 8x1 HD SD SDI Switcher INPUT SELECTOR 005005050 INPUTS OUTPUTS T LOOP Y 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 9000000090 o iz 7 WY Figure 1 VS SIHD 8 1 HD SD SDI Switcher 4 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Your VS 81HD 8x1 HD SD SDI Switcher Table 1 VS 81HD 8 1 HD SD SDI Switcher Features Feature Function 1 IR Receiver The red LED is illuminated when receiving signals from the infrared remote control transmitter 2 POWER Switch Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF 3 OFF Button Press to disconnect the outputs 4 INPUT SELECTOR Buttons Select the input to switch to the output from 1 to 8 Use to set the resolution when switching genlocked video signals see section 6 4 5 PANEL LOCK Button Disengages the front panel buttons 6 5 IN BNC Connector Connect to the genlock source 7 3 TERM Button Press to terminate the genlock source 750 or release for looping 8 a LOOP BNC Connec
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