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1. 19 rack For non rack applications special brackets are provided which allow multiple VA 50s to be stacked safely The VA 50P is dependable rugged and can also provide clean 12VDC power to non Kramer devices up to a total supply current of 600 milliamps provided that the polarity is correct positive center pin gt VP 14 adds more RS 232 ports This unique product is designed to distribute RS 232 commands transmitted by a touch screen control system personal computer or other control system It allows the user to control up to three compatible devices when just one serial port or RS 232 card is available There are four 9 pin ports any of which can receive incoming RS 232 The incoming commands are then distributed to the remaining ports An extensive set of DIP switches allows the unit to be configured for use with crossed or straight uncrossed cables The VP 14 was designed specifically for use with Kramer switchers and routers but can be easily adapted for use with any other equipment which uses RS 232 in null modem KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD KRAMER configuration A 12V power supply is included The VP 14 is part of the Kramer TOOLS family of compact high quality and cost effective solutions for a variety of applications gt VP 43 for remote long distance RS 232 operation The machine is a unique product designed to overcome cable length limitations when transmitting RS 232 information It is a bi di2. MENU MODE In the MENU MODE press the ENTER button to move to the next MENU Sections 8 3 Section 8 3 MENU Functions is substituted by the following text CONTROLLER LOCK UNLOCK Locking prevents accidentally changing the settings To lock the VS 3000 1 Press and hold the ENTER button to access the MENU MODE command screen The MATRIX Display shows the message Controller LOCK UNLOCK lt Lock Unlock gt 2 Press the LEFT button The panel locks and the MATRIX Display momentarily shows the message PANEL is LOCKED Unlocking releases the protection mechanism To unlock the VS 3000 1 Press and hold the ENTER button 2 Press the RIGHT button The panel unlocks and the MATRIX Display momentarily shows the message PANEL is UNLOCKED 1 That is switchers in the series of 16x16 matrix switchers that include VS 1616V VS 1616A VS 1616AD VS 1616SDI VS 162V and or VS 162AV 2 A No Communication Offline error message will display if a switcher is unconnected or its power is off P N 2900 0030001 Al ADDENDUM RC 3000 VS 3000 STORE RECALL To store recall a setting do the following 1 Press and hold the ENTER button to access the MENU MODE command screen 2 Press the ENTER button again The MATRIX Display momentarily shows the message SETUP Setting lt Store Recall gt 3 Press the LEFT button to store a setup or press the RIGHT button to recall a setup The Displays momentarily show
3. are caused by a difference in the ground potential or down in the output of any two or more devices connected to your signal path This difference is image compensated by passing that voltage difference through any available interconnection including your video cables WARNING Do not disconnect the ground from any piece of video equipment in your signal path or Low frequency hum in the output signal Check the following to remove hum bars Confirm that all interconnected equipment is connected to the same phase of power if possible Remove equipment connected to that phase that may introduce noise such as motors generators etc Disconnect all interconnect cables and reconnect them one at a time until the ground loop reappears Disconnect the affected cable and replace or insert an isolation transformer in the signal path 16 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD KRAMER 10 3 Control Related Problems Problem No control of switchers Confirm that the connecting cable is wired for pins 1 9 straight through and other devices from 2 Confirm that all DIP switches on the switchers have been set properly VS 3000 control panel Keep in mind that if you are only controlling one switcher on a specific port that switcher must be assigned the ID of 1 If controlling more than one switcher on a single port all switchers must be of the same type and power to all switchers must be on Confirm that you have the proper machine number and
4. feature in MENU setup ALL units Using this feature a single dry contact or one click of a pushbutton can fully reconfigure a system having up to 15 different Kramer switchers CONNECTING THE KEYBOARD EXTENSION The In and Out keys are expandable You can add an unlimited number of simple pushbuttons up to a distance of 100m to the existing keys using the 18 pin screw terminal connector on the rear panel To do this attach one end of the pushbutton to the corresponding number and the other end to the In or Out for selecting the INPUTS or OUTPUTS connections In the controller s setup it is possible to turn these keys ON or OFF Note that the EXTERNAL keys always work for the current switcher the switcher which is indicated in the right hand small LCD USING THE VS 3000 Turning on the VS 3000 The VS 3000 should only be turned on after all connections are completed and all connected devices have been turned on Do not attempt to connect or disconnect any signals to the VS 3000 while it is turned on Pressing the toggle switch on the far left front panel to the up position turns on the VS 3000 In the up position the toggle switch glows Using the Front Panel Controls The front panel of the VS 3000 was designed to be simple to operate to accomplish the basic functions of selecting an input source and output device Key Assignments IN OUT 1 16 Enter the INPUTs and OUTPUTs to be connected For matrices use b
5. in the signal path gt Amplifying circuitry Must have quality performance when the desired end result is high linearity low distortion and low noise operation gt Distance between sources and acceptors Plays a major role in the final result For long distances over 15 meters between sources and acceptors special measures should be taken in order to avoid cable losses These include using higher quality cables or adding line amplifiers gt Interference from neighboring electrical appliances These can have an adverse effect on signal quality Balanced audio lines are less prone to interference but unbalanced audio and video lines should be installed far from any mains power cables electric motors transmitters etc even when the cables are shielded KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD KRAMER 2 SPECIFICATIONS ees VS 3000 Master Programmable Remote Controller Input Outputs 2 x RS 232 DB 9 in out connectors 1 x RS 485 connector on detachable terminal blocks 9 pole remote dry contact connector on detachable terminal blocks 18 pole keyboard extension connector on detachable terminal blocks Setting Memory 8 immediate setups for fast access and retrieval Control Front panel keys RS 232 RS 485 contact closure switches external keyboard Weight 1 7 kg 3 8 lbs Approx Dimensions WxDxH 19 x2 x2U 48 cm x5 cmx 9 cm 3 HOW DOI GET STARTED The fastest way to get started is to take your time and do everything right the
6. is that the user can in minutes upgrade his program for use with the latest equipment from Kramer and he can always have the latest firmware version in his controller Firstly obtain the updated file through dealer channels or the Internet The following example shows how to install a file called 3000 10exe hex into the FLASH memory Note the number 10 in the file name indicates the version number 1 0 Make sure you receive the latest version and that it is a hex file The current version of your VS 3000 software is displayed in the small LCD when turning on the controller The upper line shows the version number and the bottom line the date of issue of this version Before installing detach all RS connections from back panel Make the new connections according to the diagram below VS 3000 RS 232 In 9 pin flat cable null modem adapter Install and run the K Sender program on your Windows PC Now click on File Find the file 3000 10exe hex and then click on Open The name of the file will appear in the lower part of the Windows program in bold script Now simultaneously push and hold down the ENTER key while turning on the controller After a couple of seconds the following message will appear and the green LED above the ENTER key starts to blink YOU WANT TO UPDATE PROGRAM Please confirm lt ENTER gt Click ENTER Following this a new message appears YOU will lose cu
7. Breakaway from SYSTEM mode The MATRIX Display shows the message Set FOLLOW system Press ENTER to execute 4 The ENTER LED blinks Press the ENTER button to set the Follow SYSTEM mode In the STATUS Display the letter S is displayed behind the blinking cursor AT ONCE CONFIRM Choose the At Once mode execution is immediate or the confirm mode actions require confirmation To choose the At Once mode do the following 1 Press and hold the ENTER button to access the MENU MODE command screen 2 Press the ENTER button three times The MATRIX Display shows the message TAKE MODE lt CONFIRM AT ONCE gt 3 Press the LEFT button to set the confirm mode or press the RIGHT button to set the At Once mode The MATRIX Display momentarily shows the message CONFIRM mode is set 1 That is a switcher in the series of 16x16 matrix switchers that includes VS 1616V VS 1616A VS 1616AD VS 1616SDI VS 162V and or VS 162AV A2 P N 2900 0030001 KRAMER 1 1 1 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of this Kramer Master Programmable Remote Control Since 1981 Kramer has been dedicated to the development and manufacture of high quality video audio equipment The Kramer industrial line has become an integral part of many of the best video audio production and presentation facilities around the world In recent years Kramer has redesigned and upgraded most of the industrial line making the best even better Kra
8. KRAMER KRAMER ELECTRONICS Ltd USER MANUAL Master Programmable Remote Control Model VS 3000 IMPORTANT Before proceeding please read paragraph entitled Unpacking and Contents KRAMER Section 1 1 1 1 2 Figure Ne Table Table Of Contents Name INTRODUCTION A Word on Video Audio Switchers Factors Affecting Quality of Results SPECIFICATIONS HOW DO I GET STARTED UNPACKING AND CONTENTS Optional Accessories KRAMER VS 3000 REMOTE CONTROLLER Getting To Know Your VS 3000 Remote Controller INSTALLATION Rackmounting CONNECTING TO OTHER DEVICES Connecting to a PC Connecting to a video Matrix or other Controlled Devices Connecting to the an RS 485 Controlled machine or Controller Connection to a Dry Contact Controlling Device Connecting the Keyboard Extension USING THE VS 3000 Turning On the VS 3000 Using the Front Panel Controls Key Assignments LCD Assignments Setup Setup List of Machines Menu Functions Flash Memory Update Error Messages TAKING CARE OF YOUR MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING Power and Indicators HUM and Electric Interference Control Related Problems Limited Warranty List of Illustrations VS 3000 Front Rear Panel Features RS 232 Null Modem Connections List of Tables VS 3000 Front Rear Panel Features 5 e ye CONYNAAIAIAIUAUDADADAAUNUAWWWWNNW Page 15 ADDENDUM RC 3000 VS 3000 The VS 3000 is renamed the RC 3000 Section A includes the R
9. RROR As above but for extended keys or short circuit between please RELEASE the keys connection wires Check connections on rear panel Communication ERROR Communication between the controller The UNIT does not respond and the unit failed See more in SETUP list of MACHINEs List of machines is empty This message appears when first turning on or after run controller SETUP deleting all machines from the list Push and hold down the ENTER key for about 3 4 sec run SETUP and install at least one machine This NUMBER already exists Trying to install a second machine using the same number as enter ANOTHER number of a machine which is already installed It is possible to have several machines of the same model in one system but each must have a unique machine number UNIT changed STATUS Loaded SETUP from front panel of machine please restore display Press ENTER to restore new status of machine 13 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD KRAMER OUTput XX not available ERROR INput XX not available ERROR This connection does not exist NO SETUPS available for this unit SETUP XX not available ERROR SETUP XX never had been stored This MACHINE doesn t exist pick out ANOTHER machine ERROR writing in MEMORY start from beginning KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Entered an OUTput number greater than the highest output of the machine For example entered OUT 9 or more for an 8X8 switcher As above but for for INput Tryin
10. S 485 PINOUT Section B is relevant only to FRMWARE VERSION 3016 when working with the 1616 and 162 Serie G A The RS 485 PINOUT is as follows RS 485 B This part of the addendum applies ONLY to VS 3000 FIRMWARE VERSION 3016 which is applicable ONLY when working with the 1616 and 162 Series switchers The following sections are amended 7 4 7 5 8 2 1 8 2 3 8 2 4 and 8 3 The VS 3000 user manual applies to VS 3000 firmware versions 1 2 1 3 and 1 4 Sections 7 4 7 5 8 2 3 and 8 2 4 Sections 7 4 7 5 8 2 3 and 8 2 4 do not apply Section 8 2 1 Text in section 8 2 1 Key Assignments DIRECTION keys is substituted by the following text In the REGULAR MODE scroll between the switchers using the UP and DOWN buttons The LEFT and the RIGHT buttons have no effect The VS 3000 FIRMWARE VERSION 3016 automatically detects the switcher and its characteristics including the Machine The IN OUT connections appear in the LCD MATRIX display and the relevant Machine appears in the LCD STATUS display In the MENU MODE navigate between commands using the LEFT and RIGHT buttons The UP and DOWN buttons have no effect Text in section 8 2 1 Key Assignments DIRECTION keys ENTER is substituted by the following text In the REGULAR MODE press the ENTER button to confirm an action in the Confirm mode and press and hold the ENTER button to access the
11. TED 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 malfunction resulting from a Accident misuse abuse neglect fire water lightning or other acts of nature b Product modification or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product c Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by Kramer 17 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD KRAMER d Any shipment of the product claims must be presented to the carrier e Removal or installation of the product f Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect g Cartons equipment enclosures cables or accessories used in conjunction with the product WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR AND WHAT WE WILL NOT 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 adjustments set up including adjustment of user c
12. TRIX OR OTHER CONTROLLED DEVICES Connect the provided Null Modem Adapter with a 9 pin to 9 pin flat cable with DB 9 connectors on the edges between the RS 232 OUT socket and the RS 232 INPUT of the controlled Matrix KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD KRAMER 7 3 7 4 7 5 8 1 8 2 8 2 1 CONNECTING TO AN RS 485 CONTROLLED MACHINE OR CONTROLLER Connect 3 wires from the detachable terminal block of the VS 3000 marked RS 485 to the RS 485 connector of the controlled device or controller The order of the wires should be retained 1 to 1 2 to 2 etc CONNECTION TO A REMOTE DRY CONTACT CONTROLLING DEVICE The 8 dry contacts may be attached to the 9 pin screw terminal connector They may be magnetic dry contacts often used in security applications or they may be simple pushbuttons Attach one end of such contact to the corresponding number and the other end to the GND pin The function of these dry contacts is fully user programmable and they may be turned OFF or ON in the controller s setup If turned ON each contact recalls one of the eight programmable setups that are saved in the controller memory For multi switch configuration each such setup consists of a series of two numbers the number of the switcher and the number of the setup that is saved in that switcher memory For a single switcher configuration these dry contacts are similar in function to the LOAD keys but more flexible in programmability See more about this
13. control port selected on the VS 3000 Confirm that you have the proper switcher type selected on the VS 3000 If not go back to Section 8 2 3 and 8 2 4 of this manual No control of switcher Confirm the wiring of the connecting cable This pin configuration may from PC software be found in Figure 2 Cable length should not exceed 25 feet Confirm that all DIP switches on the switchers have been set properly Keep in mind that if you are only controlling one switcher on a specific port that switcher must be assigned the ID of 1 If controlling more than one switcher on a single port all switchers must be of the same type and power to all switchers must be on Confirm that the baud rate of your computer COM port is set to the same as that of your switcher 9600 Baud Confirm that the proper COM port is selected in the control software Confirm that bi directional communication is enabled on all switchers With custom software do not send multiple commands at the same time The switcher must complete one command before receiving another Confirm that the computer you are using supports true RS 232C protocol Computers such as the Apple Macintosh do not LIMITED WARRANTY Kramer Electronics hereafter Kramer warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms HOW LONG IS THE WARRANTY Labor and parts are warranted for three years from the date of the first customer purchase WHO IS PROTEC
14. d Output status of the controlled Matrix STATUS Shows controlled device oe display 7 OMT e aagesteoup specific input or disconnect a specific output a baronais switches ENTER Operating key key TT A keyboard KS Berea o remote contact closure control BLSN tami oo o o n between controlled devices RS 232IN 232 IN Connect the Controller to a PC ca 232 OUT Connect the Controller to other controlled devices 12 VDC Power supply to the VS 3000 6 INSTALLATION 6 1 Rackmounting The VS 3000 may be rackmounted in a standard 19 2U EIA rack assembly and includes rack ears at the ends of the front panel This device does not require any specific spacing above or below the unit for ventilation To rack mount the VS 3000 simply place the front panel rack ears against the rack rails of the rack and insert standard screws through each of the four corner holes in the rack ears 7 CONNECTING TO OTHER DEVICES Video Audio Matrices Editing controllers a PC and other controlling or controlled devices may be connected to the VS 3000 through the connectors located on the back of the unit as described below 7 1 CONNECTING TO A PC Locate a free COM serial port on your PC Connect the provided 9 pin to 9 pin Null Modem Adapter to the PC s COM port and using a flat cable with 9 pin to 9 pin edge connectors connect the other side of the Adapter to the RS 232 IN socket of the VS 3000 7 2 CONNECTING TO A VIDEO MA
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16. er than 8 Many Kramer switchers with 8 or less OUT pushbuttons allow the user the ability to store only 8 or less setups from the front panel of the switcher However from a PC or a remote control panel it is possible to store and retrieve up to 15 setups in most cases LOAD keys cannot be used to store setups they are assigned only for retrieving setup ALL units The VS 3000 has the unique feature to store and retrieve multiple setups in multi switcher systems These setups are saved in non volative memory of the controller Each such setup consists of a series of two numbers the number of the switcher and the number of the setup that is saved in switcher memory When retrieving such a setup the controller sends the LOAD SETUP command to the switchers For 15 switchers this takes a total of about 30ms the time of about one frame of a video signal The system is fully reconfigured in a moment Imagine what this means for security applications Retrieving a setup may be initiated via the DRY CONTACTS or from the menu As for setup CURRENT unit from the menu the user can examine the setup and scroll all the existing options within the setup After that by clicking the ENTER key the corresponding setup of each switcher will be loaded and the controller will then request the status of all the switchers and show the new status of the current switcher To store such a setup the user enters two numbers for each installed unit t
17. first time Taking 15 minutes to read this manual may save you a few hours later You don t even have to read the whole manual At the beginning of each section you ll find an overview of the section If the section doesn t apply to you you don t have to spend your time reading it 4 UNPACKING AND CONTENTS The items contained in your Kramer Controller package are listed below Please save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment of the Controller Controller 12 V DC power supply wall transformer User Manual DB 9 to DB 25 or DB 9 to DB 9 Serial Null Modem Adapter A Concise Directory of KRAMER Products VVVVV 4 1 Optional Accessories The following accessories which are available from Kramer can enhance implementation of your Controller For information regarding cables and additional accessories contact your Kramer dealer gt VA 50P to connect the VS 3000 to the mains supply This is a six outlet power supply designed to operate Kramer products which normally uses an external 12VDC power transformer This includes all units in the VM 50 VS 55 and VM 3 families the Kramer TOOLS and Pico TOOLS families most of the TP series of twisted pair converters and others By replacing up to six wall transformers the VA 50P can save valuable space on power strips It can be installed in a rack using the model RK 50R kit which holds two VA 50Ps and requires two vertical spaces in a standard
18. g to clear an OUTput which is not connected to an INput Trying to store or recall a SETUP for a machine that has no such function Trying to store or recall a SETUP number greater than the highest SETUP number available in the switcher Trying to recall an empty setup When attempting to store the SETUP for ALL machines trying to enter a setup for a machine which has not been installed This error appears when attempting to UPDATE a program Carefully follow the instructions in the manual describing the updating proceedure 14 KRAMER RS 232 Null Modem Connection 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 To Switcher PIN 4 Connected to PIN 6 PINS 8 7 1 Connected together If a shielded cable is used connect the shield to PIN 5 PIN 7 Connected to PIN 5 Ground PIN 2 Connected to PIN 2 PIN 3 Connected to PIN 3 Female DB25 From PC Male DB9 To Switcher PIN 20 Connected to PIN 6 PINS 8 5 4 Connected together If a shielded cable is used connect the shield to PIN 7 DB25 and PIN 5 DB9 Figure 2 RS 232 Null Modem Connection 15 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD KRAMER 9 TAKING CARE OF MACHINE Do not locate your machine in an environment where it is susceptible to dust or moisture Both of these may damage the electronics and cause erratic operation or failure Do not locate your switcher where temperature and humidity may be excess
19. hand LCD For matrices switchers with more than 16 inputs and outputs the range of OUTs or INs displayed in the left hand large window is indicated in the bottom line of the small window In order to control any unit via the VS 3000 it is necessary to first install this unit in the VS 3000 To enter the install procedure or to change the setting of the controller itself you have to run SETUP Push and hold the ENTER key for about 3 4 sec until you see the message gt CONTROLLER setup lt list of MACHINEs Make your choice with the Left Right arrow keys SETUP controller setup You can reach any point of the controller setup by sequentially clicking the Right arrow key You can exit the setup any time by clicking any key except the ENTER and Direction keys When the menu is scrolled the corresponding current setup is indicated in the right hand small LCD Initial setup Baud rate 9600 Keyboard keys At once Load keys At once External keys Off Dry contacts Off Controller baud rate It is possible to choose three baud rates for information exchange between the controller the controlled switchers and the host PC Carefully check the user manual of the Kramer switchers to see which baud rate is permitted and then set this rate for all the controllers and for the PC in 9 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD KRAMER the system Possible choices 1200baud 9600baud 19200baud Follow the on screen directions to se
20. he machine number using the IN key and the unit setup number using the OUT key After entering the setup number the controller shows the data defined in this setup and the user can accept the new data or edit it and then store in the controller s memory recall CURRENT status Immediately after changes are made in the switcher whether the changes are made via the switcher itself a controller or a PC the controller will be updated with the new status This function can sometimes be useful for rechecking the current status of the current unit or of all the units This function does not make any changes in the switcher setup so it is initiated immediately after the user makes the choice whether for the current unit or for all the units 11 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD KRAMER controller LOCK UNLOCK To prevent any changes in the switcher setup the user can easily lock the controller If the controller is locked only the ENTER key is accessible which will UNLOCK it The locked controller does not execute the EXTENSION or DRY CONTACT keys Also the LCDs will not be updated with changes in the system Immediately after being unlocked the controller requests the current status of all units and restores the updated data to the LCD windows 8 4 Flash Memory Update The main part of the controller s firmware program is located in FLASH electrically programmable and erasable memory The main advantage of this type of memory
21. her in AUDIO follow VIDEO mode LCD displays both video and audio status LOAD SETUP Fast access keys for retrieving SETUPs stored in non volatile 1 8 memory in the switcher If a switcher has more than eight setups access to the remainder of the setups is possible via the MENU functions DIRECTION In REGULAR working mode keys UP DOWN scroll over the list of the ON LINE machines the machines which were installed in the SETUP procedure LEFT RIGHT not used for switchers with less than 16 inputs and outputs For switchers with more than 16 inputs and or outputs these buttons may be used to scroll over the range of INs and OUTs in steps of 8 In SETUP mode UP DOWN scroll over the list of all the possible machines that may be installed and controlled with the VS 3000 LEFT RIGHT scroll over all the possible machine numbers 1 15 Each installed machine must have its own UNIQUE number which is set within the machine itself This same number must be entered in the SETUP procedure for the VS 3000 ENTER To enter the MENU in regular mode click ENTER To enter the next item in the MENU click ENTER again To enter SETUP push and hold ENTER for 3 4 sec To UPDATE the VS 3000 firmware push and hold ENTER while turning on the VS 3000 When the controller is in the CONFIRM mode green LEDs on click ENTER to complete the current step of an operation Whenever a green LED flashes it i
22. ive Doing so may also damage the electronics and cause erratic operation or failure of your switcher Do not clean your switcher with abrasives or strong cleaners Doing so may remove or damage the finish or may allow moisture to build up Take care not to allow dust or particles to build up inside unused or open connectors 10 TROUBLESHOOTING NOTES L Please note that if the output signal is disturbed or interrupted by very strong external electromagnetic interference it should return and stabilize when such interference ends If not turn the power switch off and on again to reset the machine 2 If the following recommended actions still do not result in satisfactory operation please consult your KRAMER Dealer 10 1 Power and Indicators Confirm that the rocker switch is in the ON position and that it is illuminated Confirm that power connections are secured at the machine and at the receptacle Make sure the receptacle is active outputting the proper mains voltage If there is still no power check the fuse Remove the power supply from the AC outlet and from the machine and then remove the cover of the VS 3000 and locate the internal fuse Confirm that the fuse is good by looking at the wire connected to the ends of the fuse If the wire is broken replace the fuse with another of the same value and replace the cover of the machine 10 2 HUM and Electric Interference Noise bars roll up Hum bars ground loop
23. mer s line of professional video electronics is one of the most versatile and complete available and is a true leader in terms of quality workmanship price performance ratio and innovation In addition to Kramer high quality remote controllers such as the one you have just purchased Kramer also offers a full line of high quality industrial and broadcast distribution amplifiers switchers processors interfaces controllers and computer related products Kramer welcomes your inquiries for Kramer equipment or custom manufactured products engineering private labeling and OEM manufacturing per your specifications This manual includes configuration operation and option information for the VS 3000 controller A Word on Video Audio Switchers A video audio switcher switches between several sources inputs and one or more acceptors outputs A switcher that allows several inputs to be connected to several outputs simultaneously is called a matrix switcher Switchers may be of the electronic or mechanical type Most matrices with many cross points are of the active electronic type Vertical interval switching is needed when recording or transmitting a video program involving several video sources as in live broadcast to ensure clean undisturbed picture transitions Frequently used in video vertical interval switching ensures that the transition from one video source to another such as switching between two genlocked cameras is smooth and witho
24. ng of one PC up to 15 remote controllers and up to 15 switchers It can control a stand alone switcher or can be a part of a system controlling and reflecting the status of all connected devices The VS 3000 itself may be activated or an internal pre set recalled using dry contact closure control It can control up to 128 inputs outputs combinations The VS 3000 can address the individual functions of the connected devices such as crosspoint connections audio follow video or breakaway etc It can internally store and recall various setups for convenient and instant studio control The unit may be rack or desktop mounted due to its shallow profile and 19 inch design It is operated by a 12VDC power source qualifying it for field operation Front rear panel features of the VS 3000 are described in Figure 1 and Table 1 AFV VIDEO AUDIO OUTPUT T g weur o T E renr rer e rrn ran Hi QOH i Bi ame n BirontrBn OUTPUT 9 0 1 12 13 14 15 16 AAA 4 123456786 RS 485 RS 232 IN RS 232 OUT Made in ISRAEL Figure 1 VS 3000 Front Rear Panel Features KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD KRAMER Table 1 VS 3000 Front Rear Panel Features a Power Switch E power to the machine LOAD SETUP switches SETUP switches For For quick load of predefined setup load of predefined setup AFV VIDEO AUDIO Selects whether operation is AFV Audio Follow Video switches Video only or Audio only MATRIX Input an
25. ontroller The interface connection is correct The setup of the baud rate is correct the same on all components of the system 10 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD KRAMER To install the next unit in a multi switch application press and hold ENTER for about 3 4 seconds to enter SETUP and repeat all the above steps The same procedure is used to remove a machine from the list 8 3 MENU functions You can reach any point in the MENU simply by clicking the ENTER key sequentially Be sure the green LED does not flash when you do this The flashing LED indicates that a previous function has not been completed and the controller is waiting for your response In most cases the previous command can be understood by analyzing the message on the large LCD The appropriate step should be taken to complete or cancel the command All menu functions lead the user step by step through the operation so carefully follow the on screen directions setup CURRENT unit This is the basic function to store and retrieve setups to from switcher memory You can retrieve the first 8 setups using the LOAD keys When you retrieve a setup from the menu you can see this setup and scroll over all the existing setups in the switcher memory This may be very helpful if you are not sure which setup best fits your needs After making your choice press ENTER and this setup will be loaded Another feature for this point is the possibility to recall a setup with a number great
26. ontrols 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 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 Kramer s liability for any defective 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 consequential damages so the above limitations and exclusion
27. oth IN and OUT keys For switchers only one output use only IN keys When there are more than 16 INPUTs and OUTPUTS the keyboard automatically reverts to the DECIMAL MODE ie keys 1 9 retain their meaning key 10 becomes 0 and keys 11 16 are not used To enter a number greater than 9 use two keystrokes to enter a number less than 10 first press 0 and then the required key 1 9 alternatively press key 1 9 followed by ENTER ALL OFF Used in the same way as it is in most KRAMER switchers 7 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD KRAMER The following keystrokes are permitted ALL OFF clear all OUTPUTS of the current setup OFF ALL the same as ALL OFF ALL In 1 16 assigns all OUTs to the entered IN OFF Out 1 16 clears the entered OUTPUT VIDEO Click to see the VIDEO contents of the current switcher For switchers with breakaway enter the BREAKAWAY mode AUDIO Click to see the AUDIO contents of the current switcher For switchers with breakaway enter the BREAKAWAY mode AfV For switchers with the breakaway option click to enter the AUDIO follow VIDEO mode Interpretations of front panel led indications VIDEO and AUDIO unlit Switcher with control functions eg VS 4228 VIDEO lit AUDIO unlit Video only switcher or BREAKAWAY mode LCD displays video status VIDEO unlit AUDIO lit Audio only switcher or BREAKAWAY mode LCD displays audio status VIDEO and AUDIO lit Video and audio switc
28. rectional device intended to operate in pairs with one VP 43 connected to the control system s serial port and another one located at the device being controlled Connected in this fashion the cable between the two units can be extended to more than 100 times that of conventional RS 232 A 12V power supply is provided DIP switches allow the unit to be configured for use with crossed or straight uncrossed cables Also the extended RS 232 cable can be connected using either a DB 9 connector or a detachable screw terminal connector The VP 43 was designed specifically for use with Kramer switchers and routers but can easily be adapted for use with other products which use RS 232 in null modem configuration The VP 43 is part of the Kramer TOOLS family of compact high quality and cost effective solutions for a variety of applications KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD KRAMER 5 KRAMER VS 3000 REMOTE CONTROLLER This section shows you all the controls and connections of your VS 3000 Understanding the controls and connections helps you realize its full power 5 1 Getting To Know Your VS 3000 Remote Controller The Kramer VS 3000 is a Master Programmable Remote Control System designed for broadcast and industrial studio applications It can control the latest Kramer switchers and can be easily upgraded to be used with future Kramer switchers Using the built in RS 232 and RS 485 interfaces the VS 3000 can create any configuration consisti
29. rrent SETUP CONFIRM lt ENTER gt Again click ENTER The next message will follow ARE YOU ABSOLUTELY SURE Press ENTER to execute Again click ENTER Now execution starts The green LED turns off and the LCD will display the following ERASE flash MEMORY 12 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD KRAMER Please wait The controller takes about 20 seconds to erase the memory Then a new message appears Ready for receiving START TRANSMISSION FROM PC On the PC click SEND This key on the PC display changes to red and numbers will run along the blue line The following message appears on the LCD display on the controller TRANSFER MAY TAKE MINUTES Please wait Watch both the computer and the controller displays After about 30 40 seconds the program finishes its installation the red light and running numbers disappear and the controller displays the message Program replaced successfully This message displays for about 3 seconds after that it will be replaced with gt CONTROLLER setup list of MACHINEs This stage is over The old program is replaced successfully You are in SETUP and you can restore your old setup or prepare a new one see SETUP explanation Re connect switchers to back panel 8 5 ERROR MESSAGES Interpretation Keyboard ERROR One or more keys excluding ENTER on the front please RELEASE the keys panel are pushed for more than 1 sec Check if a heavy object is lying on the keyboard EXTERNAL keyboard E
30. s necessary to click ENTER now or later to complete the operation KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD KRAMER 8 2 2 LCD assignments Left large Right small 8 2 3 SETUP This shows the current switcher s status If several units are connected and installed in the VS 3000 the status displayed in this window is that of the switcher indicated in the right hand small window For matrices with less than 16 outputs each output has its own fixed position in the left hand LCD marked on the front panel The number of the input connected to an output is displayed in the position designated for that output For matrices with more than 16 outputs the outputs do not have fixed positions in the left hand LCD In this case the small right hand LCD indicates which outputs are bing displayed For switchers with only one output all the inputs are displayed and the input which is connected to the output flashes For some speciallized switchers for example the VP 23 presentation switcher the above description is not relevant In these cases the unit makes the best possible adaption of its architecture to represent the switcher in a manner which is easily understood by the user This shows the current machine s model and number If several machines are controlled using the VS 3000 the current machine is the one which is presently selected It can be controlled with the pushbuttons of the VS 3000 and its status is displayed in the left
31. s may not apply to you 3 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 NOTICE 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 D gt Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine B gt Please use recommended interconnect cables to connect the machine to other components 18 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD KRAMER KRAMER The list of Kramer distributors appears on our web site www kramerelectronics com From the web site it is also possible to e mail factory headquarters We welcome your questions comments and feedback KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD 3 Am VeOlamo Street Jerusalem 95463 Isra
32. t the required baud rate Controller keyboard There are two modes of operation for commands such as Connect Out 12 to In 6 At once is executed immediately as soon as you click the corresponding Out and In keys Confirm indicates your choice and requires your confirmation by clicking the ENTER key The green LED flashes while the machine waits for confirmation In the At once mode the green LED is always off in the Confirm mode it is always on The choice of mode is relevant to Out In All Off and Audio Video keys as well as all commands which are executed from the MENU Follow the on screen directions to set the most convenient way to control the switchers Controller LOAD keys The LOAD keys may also be configured for one of the two modes of operation described above If you choose At once mode the setup 1 8 will be loaded immediately as you click the LOAD 1 8 key For switchers having more than 8 setups it is possible to load the other setups using the MENU command but this is a slower process albeit more informative External Key see 7 5 Dry contacts see 7 4 CLEAR controller setup There are two possible choices to clear the controller setup to return the controller to the initial setup or to clear the list of installed machines Follow the on screen directions to confirm your choice 8 2 4 Setup list of machines brea E Connect the controller to your Kramer switcher s
33. the messages Enter SETUP number Store use two digit 01 60 xy Where xy are the OUT buttons 4 Press two OUT buttons using the OUTkeys 1 to 9 and 10 which is translated as 0 in this case The OUTkeys function on a decimal basis and not on a positional basis For example to enter the 14 press 1 followed by 4 not 14 To enter the 3 press 10 followed by 3 The ENTER LED lights and the Displays show the messages STORE this SETUP Store YES gt TAKE xy 5 Press the ENTER button The setup is stored and the MATRIX Display shows the message SETUP xy is stored FOLLOW the SYSTEM In this mode a switcher switches with other switchers implementing the same action simultaneously In the Breakaway from SYSTEM mode a switcher functions independently implementing an action independently of the other switchers It has the same meaning as Audio Follow Video AFV and Breakaway when video and audio switchers are combined When working with just two switchers VS 1616V and VS 1616A you can execute this function using the AFV Video and Audio pushbuttons on the VS 3000 To set the Follow SYSTEM mode 1 Press and hold the ENTER button to access the MENU MODE command screen 2 Press the ENTER button twice The MATRIX Display momentarily shows the message FOLLOW the SYSTEM lt Follow Breakaway gt 3 Press the LEFT button to set the Follow SYSTEM mode or press the RIGHT button to set the
34. using the appropriate interface cable RS 232 and or RS 485 Turn the switcher s on and check if they work properly with the video audio control equipment After that go to this point in the controller menu at which the following message is displayed set MACHINE list press ENTER to add remove Press the ENTER key A list of all the Kramer switchers that can be controlled via the VS 3000 remote controller is displayed Scroll over the list with the Up Down keys until the name of the Kramer switcher you want to install appears on the top line of the small LCD window Using the LEFT RIGHT keys scroll the machine numbers 1 15 listed in the LCD until the machine number you set in the switcher with DIP switches or by programming appears on the bottom line of the LCD Press the ENTER key The controller automatically recognizes if the new machine is to be installed ie added to this list or if this machine already exists and it is to be removed ie deleted from the list of installed machines Press ENTER again and wait a few seconds If you are installing a new machine and the connection is correct the large LCD will display the same status of the switcher as that shown on its front panel If something is wrong the following message will be displayed COMMUNICATION error the UNIT does not respond In this case check the following The name of Kramer switcher is defined correctly The machine number is the same in the switcher and the c
35. ut interference The switching and changeover is done during the blanked vertical interval period when the transition is hidden Switchers can be controlled by touch buttons on the front panel or by a PC via the switcher s built in communication ports which may be RS 232 or RS 485 422 Each of these latter options is a way of remotely controlling a video audio device switcher SEG etc using a PC with a serial port or another device that uses a similar communication protocol Finally the wide bandwidth of the video signal permits Kramer switchers to be used in the most demanding of applications Switchers can be interconnected and cascaded to multiply inputs or connected in parallel to multiply outputs Several machines may be operated simultaneously via PC control or looped through 1 2 Factors Affecting Quality of Results There are many factors affecting the quality of results when signals are transmitted from a source to an acceptor gt Connection cables Low quality cables are susceptible to interference they degrade signal quality due to poor matching and cause elevated noise levels They should therefore be of the best quality gt Sockets and connectors of the sources and acceptors So often ignored they should be of highest quality since Zero Ohm connection resistance is the objective Sockets and connectors also must match the required impedance 75ohms in video Cheap low quality connectors tend to rust thus causing breaks
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