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1. 7 5 1 Storing an Input Output Configuration To store the current status in memory do the following 1 Press the STO button The STO button blinks 2 Press one of the 10 Input Output buttons this will be the setup in which the current status is stored If in the CONFIRM mode press the blinking TAKE button to confirm the action The memory stores the data at that reference 7 5 2 Recalling an Input Output Configuration To recall an input output configuration do the following 1 Press the RCL button The RCL button blinks 2 Press the appropriate Input Output button the button corresponding to the setup If in the CONFIRM mode that setup configuration will blink in the 7 segment Display together with the RCL button and the TAKE button and will only be implemented after pressing the TAKE button The memory recalls the stored data from that reference Tip If you cannot remember which of the 10 input output configurations is the one that you want set the VS 5x5 to the CONFIRM mode and manually scan all the input output configurations until you locate it 1 The 10 input output configurations or setups also include the relevant audio follow video breakaway option definition 2 The gray numbers 1 to 10 in Figure 12 that illustrate the corresponding store recall configuration numbers are for the purpose of illustration only and do not appear on the buttons2. INSTRUCTION DEFINITION FOR SPECIFIC INSTRUCTION NOTE DESCRIPTION INPUT OUTPUT 0 18 RESET 0 0 1 1 SWITCH VIDEO Set equal to video input whichis Set equal to video output which is to be 2 15 to be switched switched 0 disconnect 0 to all the outputs 2 SWITCH AUDIO Set equal to audio input which is Set equal to audio output which is to be 2 to be switched switched 0 disconnect 0 to all the outputs 3 19 STORE VIDEO and Set as SETUP 0 to store 2 3 15 AUDIO STATUS 1 to delete 4 20 RECALL VIDEO Set as SETUP 0 2 3 15 STATUS 5 REQUEST STATUS Set as SETUP Equal to output number whose status is 4 3 OF A VIDEO OUTPUT reqd 6 REQUEST STATUS Set as SETUP Equal to output number whose status is 4 3 OF AN AUDIO reqd OUTPUT T VIS SOURCE Set as input for OUTPUT 0 No VIS immediate 2 5 17 byte 6 or set 0 1 Input 1 17A 3 External analog sync 4 Dynamic sync 6 Input INPUT byte 8 BREAKAWAY 0 0 audio follow video 2 SETTING 1 audio breakaway 10 REQUEST VIS Set as SETUP or set to 126 or 0 VIS source 3 4 6 7 SETTING 127 to request if machine has this function 11 REQUEST Set as SETUP or set to 126 or 0 Request audio breakaway setting 3 4 6 BREAKAWAY 127 to request if machine has this 1 Request FOLLOW setting 15 SETTING function 12 REQUEST VIDEO Set as SETUP or set to 126 or 0 for video 3 4 6 AUDIO TYPE 127 to request if machine has thi
3. PK 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 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 4 Connecting a PC without using a Null modem Adapter 7 Connecting the VS 5x5 5 3 Controlling via RS 485 You can control a VS 5x5 unit via an RS 485 controller for example a PC equipped with an RS 485 interface or a Master Programmable Remote Control system such as the Kramer RC 3000 To connect an RC 3000 to a VS 5x5 unit see Figure 5 1 Connect the RS 485 terminal block port on the RC 3000 to the RS 485 port on the VS 5x5 unit as follows Connect the A PIN on the RS 485 rear panel port of the RC 3000 to the A PIN on the RS 485 rear panel port of the VS 5x5 unit Connect the B PIN on the RS 485 rear panel port of the RC 3000 to the B PIN on the RS 485 rear panel port of the VS 5x5 unit If shielded twisted pair cable is used the shield may be connected to the G Ground PIN on one of the units for example on the RC 3000 2 Set the VS 5x5 unit as MACHINE 1 according to Table 4 that is DIP 1 DIP 2 DIP 3 and DIP 4 OFF and set the other dipswitches on the VS
4. MAX OUTPUT LEVEL VIDEO 2Vpp AUDIO 19dBm BANDWIDTH 3dB VIDEO 70MHz Fully Loaded AUDIO 29kHz DIFF GAIN 0 0296 DIFF PHASE 0 44 Deg K FACTOR 0 0596 S N RATIO VIDEO 75 1dB AUDIO 74dB CROSSTALK all hostile VIDEO 51 4dB 5MHz AUDIO 105dB CONTROLS Audio gain level control by K Router software 91dB to 26dB COUPLING VIDEO DC AUDIO DC at input AC at output AUDIO THD NOISE 0 102 AUDIO 2nd HARMONIC 0 053 POWER SOURCE 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz 112mA switching power supply DIMENSIONS 19 inch W 7 inch D 1U H rack mountable WEIGHT 2 7 kg 6 Ibs approx ACCESSORIES Power cord Null modem adapter Windows based Kramer control software Infra red remote control transmitter 1 Specifications are subject to change without notice 23 Table of Hex Codes for Serial Communication 10 Table of Hex Codes for Serial Communication Table 6 lists the Hex values for a single machine MACHINE 1 Table 6 VS 5x5 Hex Codes for Switching via RS 232 RS 485 Switching Video Channels Switching Audio Channels OUT1 OUT2 OUT3 OUT4 OUT5 OUT1 OUT2 OUT3 OUT4 OUT5 IN 1 01 01 01 01 01 02 02 02 02 02 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 82 83 84 85 81 82 83 84 85 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 IN2 01 01 01 01 01 02 02 02 02 02 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 81 82 83 84 85 81 82 83 84 85 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 8
5. 16 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating the VS 5x5 7 5 3 Deleting an Input Output Configuration To delete an input output configuration do the following 1 Press the STO and RCL buttons simultaneously Both the STO and RCL buttons blink 2 Press the appropriate Input Output button This erases that specific input output configuration from the memory leaving it empty and available 7 6 Locking the Front Panel To prevent changing the settings accidentally or tampering with the unit via the front panel buttons lock your VS 5x5 Unlocking releases the protection mechanism To lock the VS 5x5 e Press the LOCK button for more than two seconds until the LOCK button is illuminated The front panel is locked Pressing a button will have no effect except to cause the LOCK button to blink To unlock the VS 5x5 e Press the illuminated LOCK button for more than two seconds until the LOCK button is no longer illuminated The front panel unlocks 7 7 Adjusting the Audio Gain Control You can adjust the gain control for each input and output using the latest K Router Windows based control software provided See the tables of Hex Codes for Audio Input Output Gain Control in section 11 if you want to program a serial controller to control the audio gain 1 Storing a new configuration over a previous configuration without deleting it first replaces the previous configuration 2 Nevertheless even
6. MACH RS 485 TERM Hg il aan Up to 16 Units RS 232 FLASH PROG S o0000 0000 Machine 16 MACH RS 485 TERM s ran 234567 8 MACH RS 485 TERM 12345678 Figure 10 Cascading Individual Units in a Control Configuration via RS 232 and RS 485 12 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating the VS 5x5 7 Operating the VS 5x5 You can operate your VS 5x5 via e The front panel buttons e RS 232 RS 485 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system PC or other serial controller e Infra red remote control transmitter 7 1 Displaying Unit Characteristics The VS 5x5 unit characteristics are displayed in the following circumstances e Immediately and automatically after switching on the power and e When simultaneously pressing the 3 IN buttons 1 2 and 3 for 3 seconds The following information is displayed in the 7 segment Display e The number of IN and OUT ports shown during the First Display e The firmware version number and the MACHINE shown during the Second Display 1 First Display Second Display OUTPUT 1 5 OUTPUT 5 E amp 0 i A A Number 55 indicates Number 10 indicates Number 01 indicates 5 IN ports and 5 OUT the firmware version the MACHINE Figure 11 VS 5x5 Unit Characteris
7. 16 16 16 a 81 82 83 84 85 80 82 82 82 82 82 82 81 81 8 81 81 81 Audio Level Audio Level Audio Level 9 16 16 16 16 16 16 SN 81 82 83 84 85 80 S FF FF FF FF FF FF 2 81 81 81 81 81 81 3F 3F 3F 3F 3F 3F 80 80 80 80 80 80 9 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 81 81 81 81 81 81 su te 16 16 16 16 16 2 81 82 83 84 85 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 81 81 81 81 81 81 3F 3F 3F 3F 3F 3F 80 80 80 80 80 80 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 16 16 16 16 16 16 81 82 83 84 85 80 D8 D8 D8 D8 D8 D8 81 81 81 81 81 81 Audio Level 216 1 1 3F 3F 3F 3F SF 3F 80 80 80 80 80 80 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 16 16 16 16 16 16 81 82 83 84 85 80 FF FF FF FF FF FF 81 81 81 81 8 81 Audio Level 255 3 1 1 See Protocol 2000 description in section 12 Tables of Hex Codes for Audio Input Output Gain Control 11 2 Tables of Hex Codes for Audio Output Gain Control Before adjusting the audio outputs gain instruction 42 the AUDIO PARAMETER SETTINGS FOR INSTRUCTIONS 22 24 25 is sent 2A 87 80 81 The command is sent once and the audio outputs gain adjustment mode continues until instruction 42 changes to the audio inputs gain adjustment mode Table 8 lists the Hex values for th
8. 5x5 unit as follows Set DIP 5 to OFF for an external vertical interval source factory default or ON for an input 1 or programmable see Table 10 instruction 7 vertical interval source Set DIP 6 and DIP 7 OFF on all VS 5x5 units Set Dip 8 ON for RS 485 Line Termination with 120 2 RS 485 PINOUT 6 6 6 6 6 f 6 6 6 6 0 Oli hd T Vibo 1 VS 5x5 Figure 5 Controlling via RS 485 for example using an RC 3000 1 Previously known as the VS 3000 8 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting the VS 5x5 5 4 Connecting the Balanced Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input Output Figure 6 Figure 7 and Figure 8 illustrate how to wire a balanced unbalanced input and or output connection Figure 8 Connecting the Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output Connecting the VS 5x5 5 5 Setting the Dipswitches Figure 9 illustrates the factory default dipswitches and Table 3 describes them VERTICAL INTERVAL SOURCE MACH RS 485 TERM ON 12345678 Figure 9 Dipswitch Settings Table 3 Dipswitch Settings DIPS Function Description 1 2 3 4 Machine Determines the position of a unit in the sequence see section 5 5 1 5 Vertical Interval ON for Input 1 or programmable Vertical Interval Source Source OFF for External Vertical Interval Source default 6 Reserved
9. Connect the composite video sources and acceptors as well as the appropriate stereo audio sources and acceptors as section 5 1 describes 2 Connect the RS 232 port on the first VS 5x5 unit to the PC using the Null modem adapter provided with the machine recommended as section 5 2 describes 3 Connect the RS 485 terminal block port on the first VS 5x5 unit to the RS 485 port on the second VS 5x5 unit and so on connecting all the RS 485 ports 4 Setthe dipswitches as section 5 5 describes In particular Set the first VS 5x5 unit as MACHINE 1 and the following 15 VS 5x5 units as MACHINE 2 to MACHINE 16 according to Table 4 Set DIP 8 ON on the first and last VS 5x5 units terminating the RS 485 line at 120Q Set DIP 8 OFF on the other VS 5x5 units Set DIP 5 to OFF for an external vertical interval source factory default or ON for an input 1 or programmable see Table 10 instruction 7 vertical interval source Set DIP 6 and DIP 7 OFF on all VS 5x5 units 1 Alternatively the RS 485 port could be used for PC control instead of RS 232 11 Controlling via RS 232 and RS 485 Null Modem Adapter Machine 1 Master MACH RS 485 TERM hind Enlarged View MACH RS 485 TERM Machine 2 MACH RS 485 TERM HIE Hi nnn 1234567 8
10. OFF T Reserved OFF 8 RS 485 ON for RS 485 Line Termination with 1209 Termination OFF for no RS 485 Line Termination 5 5 1 Setting the MACHINE The MACHINE determines the position of a VS 5x5 unit specifying which VS 5x5 unit is being controlled when several VS 5x5 units connect to a PC or serial controller Set the MACHINE on a VS 5x5 unit via DIPS 1 2 3 and 4 according to Table 4 When using a stand alone VS 5x5 unit set the MACHINE to 1 When connecting more than one VS 5x5 unit set the first machine the Master that is closest to the PC as MACHINE 1 Table 4 Machine Dipswitch Settings MACHINE DIPSWITCH MACHINE DIPSWITCH 1 2 a Ma 1 2 3 4 j Meer OFF OFF OFF OFF 9 ON OFF OFF OFF 2 OFF OFF OFF ON 10 ON OFF OFF ON 3 OFF OFF ON OFF 11 ON OFF ON OFF 4 OFF OFF ON ON 12 ON OFF ON ON 5 OFF ON OFF OFF 13 ON ON OFF OFF 6 OFF ON OFF ON 14 ON ON OFF ON 7 OFF ON ON OFF 15 ON ON ON OFF 8 OFF ON ON ON 16 ON ON ON ON 1 See Table 10 instruction 7 2 Set the dipswitches to OFF 10 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Controlling via RS 232 and RS 485 6 Controlling via RS 232 and RS 485 You can cascade up to 16 VS 5x5 units with control from a PC or serial controller To cascade up to 16 individual VS 5x5 units via RS 232 and RS 485 do the following 1
11. countries may not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from place to place NOTE All products returned to Kramer for service must have prior approval This may be obtained from your dealer This equipment has been tested to determine compliance with the requirements of EN 50081 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic emission standard Part 1 Residential commercial and light industry EN 50082 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic immunity standard Part 1 Residential commercial and light industry environment CFR 47 FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15 Radio frequency devices Subpart B Unintentional radiators CAUTION 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 B Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components 9 KK 23 For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit our Web site www kramerelectronics com
12. 1 IN 3 01 01 01 01 01 02 02 02 02 02 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 81 82 83 84 85 81 82 83 84 85 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 IN 4 01 01 01 01 01 02 02 02 02 02 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 81 82 83 84 85 81 82 83 84 85 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 IN 5 01 01 01 01 01 02 02 02 02 02 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 81 82 83 84 85 81 82 83 84 85 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 11 Tables of Hex Codes for Audio Input Output Gain Control Sections 11 1 and 11 2 contain the tables of hex codes for input and output signal gain control adjustment respectively 11 1 Tables of Hex Codes for Audio Input Gain Control Before adjusting the audio inputs gain instruction 42 the AUDIO PARAMETER SETTINGS FOR INSTRUCTIONS 22 24 25 is sent 2A 86 80 81 This command is sent once and the audio inputs gain adjustment mode continues until instruction 42 changes to the audio outputs gain adjustment mode Table 7 lists the Hex values for the audio gain control of the 5 inputs 1 See Protocol 2000 description in section 12 24 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Tables of Hex Codes for Audio Input Output Gain Control Table 7 VS 5x5 Hex Codes for Audio Input Gain Control INPUTS 1 2 3 4 5 ALL 16 16 6 16 16 16 o 81 82 83 84 85 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 81 81 8 81 81 81 16 16 6 16 16 16 81 82 83 84 85 80 81 81 8 81 81 81 81 81 8 81 81 81 16 16 6
13. 10 Table 4 Machine Dipswitch Settings 10 Table 5 Technical Specifications of the VS 5x5 5x5 Video Audio Matrix Switcher 23 Table 6 VS 5x5 Hex Codes for Switching via RS 232 RS 485 24 Table 7 VS 5x5 Hex Codes for Audio Input Gain Control 25 Table 8 VS 5x5 Hex Codes for Audio Output Gain Control 27 Table 9 Protocol Definitions 28 Table 10 Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 29 ii KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY 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 350 plus different models now appear in 8 Groups which are clearly defined by function Congratulations on purchasing your VS 5x5 5x5 Video Audio Matrix Switcher which is ideal for the following typical applications e Professional display systems requiring true 5x5 matrix operation e Multimedia and presentation source and acceptor selection and remote monitoring of computer activity in schools and businesses The package includes the following items e VS 5x5 5x5 Video Audio Matrix Switcher e Power cord e Null modem adapter e Windows based Kramer control software e Infra red remote control transmitter including the required battery and a separate user manual
14. 2 Tables of Hex Codes for Audio Output Gain Control 12 Kramer Protocol 2000 wo 00 100 VY l2 oc j _ e i e e Re oe m m YADDA ttn RAA HPHPW WwW W NNN l2 N FRR me ee ARS BW OAwAKF NNI N o Contents Figures Figure 1 VS 5x5 5x5 Video Audio Matrix Switcher Figure 2 VS 5x5 5x5 Video Audio Matrix Switcher Underside View Figure 3 Connecting the VS 5x5 5x5 Video Audio Matrix Switcher 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 Connecting the Balanced Stereo Audio Input Output Figure 7 Connecting the Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input Figure 8 Connecting the Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output Figure 9 Dipswitch Settings Figure 10 Cascading Individual Units in a Control Configuration via RS 232 and RS 485 12 C XO XO o o00 Jt Uu Figure 11 VS 5x5 Unit Characteristics 13 Figure 12 Storing and Recalling using the Input Output Buttons 16 Figure 13 Splash Screen 19 Figure 14 Atmel Flip Window 19 Figure 15 Device Selection Window 20 Figure 16 Device Selection window 20 Figure 17 Loading the Hex 21 Figure 18 RS 232 Window 21 Figure 19 Atmel Flip Window Connected 22 Figure 20 Atmel Flip Window Operation Completed 22 Tables Table 1 Front Panel VS 5x5 5x5 Video Audio Matrix Switcher Features 4 Table 2 Rear Panel VS 5x5 5x5 Video Audio Matrix Switcher Features 5 Table 3 Dipswitch Settings
15. 3 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 e Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables 1 GROUP 1 Distribution Amplifiers GROUP 2 Video and Audio Switchers Matrix Switchers and Controllers GROUP 3 Video Audio VGA XGA Processors GROUP 4 Interfaces and Sync Processors GROUP 5 Twisted Pair Interfaces GROUP 6 Accessories and Rack Adapters GROUP 7 Scan Converters and Scalers and GROUP 8 Cables and Connectors 2 Downloadable from our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 3 Download up to date Kramer user manuals from our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 4 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 1 Overview 3 Overview The VS 5x5 is a true 5x5 matrix switcher for composite video signals and balanced stereo audio signals The high quality VS 5x5 lets you simultaneously route any or all of the 5 inputs to any or all of the 5 outputs The VS 5x5 5x5 Video Audio Matrix Switcher includes Video bandwidth of 70MHz that ensures transparent performance Easy to connect detachable terminal block connectors for the audio signals Glitch free transitions which are produced when sources share a common reference sync as switching occurs during the vertical interval A
16. After each stage of the operation is completed the check box for that stage becomes colored green When the operation is completed all 4 check boxes will be colored green and the status bar message Memory Verify Pass appears Atmel Flip 1 8 8 ERI mS a lola lw EA EN or fc F pe BE baw EO Fc Fr L 4 Memory Verify Pass Figure 20 Atmel Flip Window Operation Completed 1 See also the blue progress indicator on the status bar 2 If an error message Not Finished shows click Run again 22 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Technical Specifications 10 Close the Atmel Flip window 11 Disconnect the power on the VS 5x5 12 Disconnect the RS 232 rear panel port on the VS 5x5 unit from the Null modem adapter 13 Release FLASH PROG button on rear panel Table 2 14 Connect the power to the VS 5x5 Upon initialization the new VS 5x5 software version shows in the INPUT STATUS 7 segment Display see section 7 1 9 Technical Specifications Table 5 includes the technical specifications Table 5 Technical Specifications of the VS 5x5 5x5 Video Audio Matrix Switcher INPUTS 5 composite video 1Vpp 75 on BNC connectors 5 balanced stereo audio 4dBm nominal 25kO on detachable terminal blocks OUTPUTS 5 composite video 1Vpp 750 on BNC connectors 5 balanced stereo audio 4dBm nominal 47Q on detachable terminal blocks
17. Kramer Electronics Ltd l KRAMER USER MANUAL Model VS 5x5 5x5 Video Audio Matrix Switcher Contents Contents 1 Introduction 2 Getting Started 3 Overview 4 Your VS 5x5 5x5 Video Audio Matrix Switcher 5 Connecting the VS 5x5 5 1 Connecting the VS 5x5 Rear Panel 52 Controlling via RS 232 for example using a PC 5 3 Controlling via RS 485 5 4 Connecting the Balanced Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input Output 5 5 Setting the Dipswitches 5 5 1 Setting the MACHINE 6 Controlling via RS 232 and RS 485 7 Operating the VS 5x5 7 1 Displaying Unit Characteristics 7 2 Choosing the Audio Follow Video or Breakaway Option 7 2 1 Setting the Audio Follow Video Option 7 2 2 Setting the Breakaway Option 7 3 Switching OUT IN Combinations 7 4 Confirming Settings 7 4 1 Toggling between the AT ONCE and CONFIRM Modes 7 4 2 Confirming a Switching Action 7 5 Storing Recalling Input Output Configurations 7 5 1 Storing an Input Output Configuration 7 5 2 Recalling an Input Output Configuration 7 5 3 Deleting an Input Output Configuration 7 6 Locking the Front Panel 7 7 Adjusting the Audio Gain Control 8 Flash Memory Upgrade 8 1 Downloading from the Internet 8 2 Connecting the PC to the RS 232 Port 8 3 Upgrading Firmware 9 Technical Specifications 10 Table of Hex Codes for Serial Communication 11 Tables of Hex Codes for Audio Input Output Gain Control 11 1 Tables of Hex Codes for Audio Input Gain Control 11
18. NCE mode in which the TAKE button is dim to the CONFIRM mode in which the TAKE button illuminates Actions now require user confirmation and the TAKE button illuminates 2 Press the illuminated TAKE button to toggle from the CONFIRM mode back to the AT ONCE mode Actions no longer require user confirmation and the TAKE button no longer illuminates 7 4 2 Confirming a Switching Action To confirm a switching action in CONFIRM mode do the following 1 Press an OUT IN combination The corresponding 7 segment Display blinks The TAKE button also blinks 2 Pressthe blinking TAKE button to confirm the action The corresponding 7 segment Display no longer blinks The TAKE button illuminates 3 To confirm several actions in CONFIRM mode do the following Press each OUT IN combination in sequence The corresponding 7 segment Display blinks The TAKE button also blinks 4 Press the blinking TAKE button to confirm all the actions The corresponding 7 segment Display no longer blinks The TAKE button illuminates 1 Failure to press the TAKE button within one minute the Timeout will abort the action 15 Operating the VS 5x5 7 5 Storing Recalling Input Output Configurations You can store and recall up to 10 input output configurations using the 5 input buttons and the 5 output buttons as Figure 12 illustrates 9 2 Ge OO 9 Fd Figure 12 Storing and Recalling using the Input Output Buttons
19. PUT NUMBER which was switched For other operations these bits are defined according to the table 3rd BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 1 O6 00 OUTPUT When switching i e 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 4th BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 1 Bit 5 Don t care OVR Machine number override M4 M0 MACHINE NUMBER Used to address machines in a system via their machine numbers When several machines are controlled from a single serial port they are usually configured together with each machine having an individual machine number If the OVR bit is set then all machine numbers will accept implement the command and the addressed machine will reply For a single machine controlled via the serial port always set M4 MO 1 and make sure that the machine itself is configured as MACHINE NUMBER 1 1 You can download our user friendly Software for Calculating Hex Codes for Protocol 2000 from our Web site http www kramerelectronics com 28 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Kramer Protocol 2000 Table 10 Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 Note All values in the table are decimal unless otherwise stated
20. Protocol 2000 version 0 42 below This RS 232 RS 485 communication protocol uses four bytes of information as defined below For RS 232 a null modem connection between the machine and controller is used The default data rate is 9600 baud with no parity 8 data bits and 1 stop bit Table 9 Protocol Definitions MSB LSB DESTINATION INSTRUCTION 0 D N5 N4 N3 N2 N1 NO 7 6 5 4 3 2 0 1st byte INPUT 1 l6 15 14 13 12 H 10 7 6 5 4 3 2 0 2nd byte OUTPUT 1 O6 O5 O4 03 02 O1 O0 7 6 5 4 3 2 0 3rd byte MACHINE NUMBER 1 OVR X M4 M3 M2 M1 MO 7 6 5 4 3 2 0 4th byte lst BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 0 D DESTINATION 0 for sending information to the switchers from the PC 1 for sending to the PC from the switcher 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 NO is the value to be set for N5 NO 2nd BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 1 16 10 INPUT When switching ie instruction codes 1 and 2 the INPUT 7 bits is set as the input number which is to be switched Similarly if switching is done via the machine s front panel then these bits are set with the IN
21. To connect the VS 5x5 do the following 1 Connect up to 5 composite video sources to the 5 BNC input connectors and connect up to 5 balanced stereo audio sources to the AUDIO INPUTS terminal block connectors 2 Connect the 5 composite video output connectors to up to 5 composite video acceptors and connect the corresponding AUDIO OUTPUTS terminal block connectors to the balanced stereo audio acceptors Set the dipswitches see section 5 5 4 Connect a PC and or controller if required to the RS 232 port see section 5 2 and or RS 485 port see section 5 3 5 Connect the power cord 1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VS 5x5 After connecting your VS 5x5 switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device DO NOT push in the rear panel Flash Program Program button item 9 in Table 2 and DO NOT push in the underside Flash Program Reset button These are only used for upgrade to the latest Kramer firmware see section 8 2 For example VCR machines 3 See section 5 4 for a description of how to connect a balanced unbalanced stereo audio input output 4 Not illustrated in Figure 3 5 When less than five outputs are required connect only those outputs of the VS 5x5 that are required and leave the other outputs unconnected 6 We recommend that you use only the power cord that is supplied with this machine 6 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Co
22. ceiver The red LED is illuminated when receiving signals from the Infra red remote control transmitter 2 Power Switch Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF 3 OUT Buttons Select the output to which the input is switched 4 IN Buttons Select the input to switch to the output 5 ALL Button Pressing ALL followed by an INPUT button connects that input to all outputs 6 OFF Button An OFF OUT combination disconnects that output from the inputs an OFF ALL combination disconnects all the outputs 7 7 segment Display Displays the selected audio or video input switched to the output marked above each input 8 VIDEO Button When pressed actions relate to video 9 AFV Button When pressed actions relate to video and audio channels Audio channels follow the video channels 10 AUDIO Button When pressed actions relate to audio 11 STO STORE Button Pressing STO followed by an output button stores the current setting 12 RCL RECALL Pressing the RCL button and the corresponding OUTPUT key recalls a Button setup from the non volatile memory The stored status blinks Pressing a different OUTPUT button lets you view another setup After making your choice pressing the RCL button again implements the new status 13 TAKE Button Pressing TAKE toggles the mode between the CONFIRM mode and the AT ONCE mode user confirmation per action is unnecessary 14 LOCK Button Disengages the fr
23. d 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 controls or programming These costs are the responsibility of the Kramer dealer from whom the product was purchased 3 Shipping charges HOW YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE 1 To obtain service on you product you must take or ship it prepaid to any authorized Kramer service center 2 Whenever warranty service is required the original dated invoice or a copy must be presented as proof of warranty coverage and should be included in any shipment of the product Please also include in any mailing a contact name company address and a description of the problem s 3 For the name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center consult your authorized 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
24. e 0 if the setup is not defined or 1 if it is defined NOTE 9 An error code is returned to the PC if an invalid instruction code was sent to the switcher or if a parameter associated with the instruction is out of range e g trying to save to a setup greater than the highest one or trying to switch an input or output greater than the highest one defined This code is also returned to the PC if an RS 232 instruction is sent while the machine is being programmed via the front panel Reception of this code by the switcher is not valid NOTE 10 This code is reserved for internal use NOTE 11 For machines where the video and or audio gain is programmable NOTE 12 Under normal conditions the machine s present status is saved each time a change is made The power down save auto save may be disabled using this code Note that whenever the machine is turned on the auto save function is set NOTE 13 This is a request to identify the switcher s in the system If the OUTPUT is set as 0 and the INPUT is set as 1 2 5 or 7 the machine will send its name The reply is the decimal value of the INPUT and OUTPUT For example for a 2216 the reply to the request to send the audio machine name would be HEX codes 7D 96 90 81 i e 128dec 22dec for 2nd byte and 128dec 16dec for 3rd byte 30 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Kramer Protocol 2000 If the request for identification is sent with the INPUT set as 3 or 4 the approp
25. e audio gain control of the 5 outputs 1 See Protocol 2000 description in section 12 26 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Tables of Hex Codes for Audio Input Output Gain Control Table 8 VS 5x5 Hex Codes for Audio Output Gain Control OUTPUTS 1 2 3 4 5 ALL e 16 16 16 16 16 6 35 31 82 83 84 85 80 E 80 80 80 80 80 80 Zu 81 81 81 81 81 81 In the Mute state the 16 16 16 16 16 6 Physical discohrisdisd ae 81 82 83 84 85 80 from the input S 81 81 81 81 81 81 2 81 81 81 81 81 81 16 16 16 16 16 6 Sa 81 82 83 84 85 80 g 82 82 82 82 82 82 2 81 81 81 81 81 81 9 16 16 16 16 16 16 Sh 81 82 83 84 85 80 S FF FF FF FF FF FF 2 81 81 81 81 81 81 3F 3F 3F 3F 3F 3F 80 80 80 80 80 80 E 81 81 81 81 81 81 38 81 81 81 81 81 81 S 16 16 16 16 16 16 2 81 82 83 84 85 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 81 81 81 81 81 81 3F 3F 3F 3F 3F 3F 80 80 80 80 80 80 Se at 81 81 81 81 81 AT a1 81 81 81 81 81 sg 16 16 16 te 16 16 a e 82 83 84 85 80 D8 D8 D8 D8 D8 D8 81 81 81 81 81 81 i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i 3F 3F 3F 3F 3F 3F 80 80 80 80 80 80 zo 8 81 81 81 81 81 Soa 8 81 81 81 81 81 wo N 16 16 16 16 16 16 a 81 82 83 84 85 80 FF FF FF FF FF FF 81 81 81 81 81 81 1 See Protocol 2000 description in section 12 Kramer Protocol 2000 12 Kramer Protocol 2000 The VS 5x5 is compatible with Kramer s
26. esent power down settings NOTE 2 These are bi directional definitions That is if the switcher receives the code it will perform the instruction and if the instruction is performed due to a keystroke operation on the front panel then these codes are sent For example if the HEX code 01 85 88 83 was sent from the PC then the switcher machine 3 will switch input 5 to output 8 If the user switched input 1 to output 7 via the front panel keypad then the switcher will send HEX codes 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 3 SETUP 0 is the present setting SETUP 1 and higher are the settings saved in the switcher s memory i e those used for Store and Recall NOTE 4 The reply to a REQUEST instruction is as follows the same instruction and INPUT codes as were sent are returned and the OUTPUT is assigned the value of the requested parameter The replies to instructions 10 and 11 are as per the definitions in instructions 7 and 8 respectively For example if the present status of machine number 5 is breakaway setting then the reply to the HEX code 0B 80 80 85 would be HEX codes 4B 80 81 85 NOTE 5 For the OUTPUT byte set as 6 the VIS source is the input selected using the OUTPUT by
27. if the panel is unlocked or 1 if it is locked NOTE 17 Delayed execution allows switching after a delay dictated by RS 232 To do this the user sends instruction 7 with the Set for delayed switch option 64dec before sending the switch command instruction 1 or pressing via front panel The switch is not executed unless timed out until the Execute delayed switch code is sent or the Set for delayed switch code is sent again The mode is automatically cancelled after implementation of the switch if the execute command is used For example to connect input 4 to output 3 after a delay send HEX codes 07 80 CO 81 set for delayed switch 01 84 83 81 switch code then after the required delay send HEX codes 07 80 Cl 81 execute delayed switch to implement the switch NOTE 17A For clean switching of RGBHV video the seamless switching option may be used The blanking period for the transition of the RGB sources may be set in this case in steps of 25 milliseconds For example to set for 350ms blanking time 14 steps send HEX codes 07 8E AO 81 NOTE 18 After this instruction is sent the unit will respond to the ASCII command set The ASCII command to operate with the HEX command set must be sent in order to return to working with HEX codes NOTE 19 When data ie the INPUT and or OUTPUT bytes of more than 7 bits is required this instruction is sent before sending the instruction needing the additiona
28. l bits The data in this instruction then becomes the Most Significant Bits of that next instruction For example to set the audio gain instruction 22 of output 3 to 681dec 2A9hex you would first send HEX codes 3F 80 85 81 and then send HEX codes 16 83 A9 81 To set the audio gain of output 6 to 10013dec 271Dhex first send HEX codes 3F 80 CE 81 followed by HEX codes 16 86 9D 81 NOTE 20 To store data in the non volatile memory of the unit e g the EEPROM for saving SETUPS The EEPROM address is sent using the INPUT byte and the data to be stored is sent using the OUTPUT byte To use this instruction it is necessary to understand the memory map and memory structure of the particular machine NOTE 21 Instruction 59 and instruction 60 load data for sending to the crosspoint switcher or for storing in a SETUP i e the data is lined up to be executed later Instruction 58 executes the loaded data NOTE 22 If the INPUT byte is set as 127dec then the data stored in a SETUP is loaded The SETUP is in the OUTPUT byte K Kramer Protocol 2000 NOTE 23 Further information needed in instructions 21 22 25 and 26 is sent using instruction 42 which is sent prior to the instruction For example to request the audio gain value of right input 9 send hex codes 2A 84 80 81 and then send HEX codes 19 89 81 81 32 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED WARRANTY Kramer Electronics hereafter Krame
29. mory Upgrade Atmel Flip 1 8 8 2 3 Buffer Device Settings Help Load HEX Save HEX s Bead Configuration File F4 Buffer Information Save Configuration As Size 63 Kbytes Blank FF Exit Range 0000 FBFF Checksum FB0400 Offset 0000 No Reset Before Loading BEBE X x x HEX File Serial Number x x je sel Comm OFF Figure 17 Loading the Hex 6 The Open File window opens Select the correct HEX file that contains the updated version of the firmware for VS 5x5 for example 5x5M VIp2 hex and click Open 7 Press the keyboard shortcut key F3 or select the Communication RS232 command from the Settings menu or press the keys Alt SCR The RS232 window appears Change the COM port according to the configuration of your computer and select the 9600 baud rate RS232 iol x 1 Pot D am Baud 9600 Manual Syne Connect Disconnect Snc Cancel Figure 18 RS 232 Window 8 Click Connect In the Atmel Flip window in the Operations Flow column the Run button is active and the name of the chip appears as the name of the third column AT69C51RD2 21 Flash Memory Upgrade Verify that in the Buffer Information column the HEX File VS5x5 hex appears Atmel Flip 1 8 8 Bees OS wlSlal lal Em 9 5 aR z 4 File gt Load Figure 19 Atmel Flip Window Connected 9 Click Run
30. nced stereo audio acceptors from 1 to 5 Block Connectors 7 RS 232 DB 9F Port Connects to the PC or the Remote Controller 8 RS 485 Terminal Block Port Pin Gis for Ground connection Pins B and A are for RS 485 9 FLASH PROG Button Push in for Program to upgrade to the latest Kramer firmware see section 8 or release for Normal the factory default 10 Dipswitches Dipswitches for setup of the unit 1 2 3 and 4 are for setting the Machine 5 is for the Vertical Interval Source 8 is for RS 485 Termination 11 Power Connector with Fuse AC connector enabling power supply to the unit Figure 2 illustrates the VS 5x5 underside including the Flash Program Reset button see section 8 2 ENLARGED VIEW O Figure 2 VS 5x5 5x5 Video Audio Matrix Switcher Underside View 1 Using a screwdriver if required 2 Note that the FLASH PROG Reset button is located on the underside of the unit Push in for Reset Figure 2 or release for Normal see section 8 Connecting the VS 5x5 5 Connecting the VS 5x5 This section describes how to connect the VS 5x5 In particular how to e Connect the VS 5x5 rear panel see section 5 1 e Control via RS 232 for example using a PC see section 5 2 e Control via RS 485 see section 5 3 e Connect the audio inputs outputs see section 5 4 e Set the dipswitches see section 5 5 5 1 Connecting the VS 5x5 Rear Panel
31. nnecting the VS 5x5 cura FLASH RS 485 S m ri d LIR L2R L R 4R L R LIR P R peace foe H TITLED E BAERS INPUTS OUTPUTS Machine 1 Master AUDIO 1 ree CV Source 1 T CV Acceptor MACH RS 485 4 TERM N ceosp TE TEN HEN C an Ep oe CV Source 5 CV Acceptor 5 RRRERHAR U pr3GETGO MACHINE 1 Figure 3 Connecting the VS 5x5 5x5 Video Audio Matrix Switcher 5 2 Controlling via RS 232 for example using a PC To connect a PC to the VS 5x5 unit using the Null modem adapter provided with the machine recommended e Connect the RS 232 DB9 rear panel port on the Master VS 5x5 unit to the Null modem adapter and connect the Null modem adapter with a 9 wire flat cable to the RS 232 DB9 port on your PC To connect a PC to the VS 5x5 unit without using a Null modem adapter e Connect the RS 232 DB9 port on your PC to the RS 232 DBO rear panel port on the Master VS 5x5 unit as Figure 4 illustrates depending on whether the PC has a 9 pin or 25 pin connector PIN 5 Connected to PIN 5 Ground PIN 3 Connected to PIN 2 PIN 2 Connected to PIN 3 PIN 7 Connected to PIN 5 Ground PIN 2 Connected to PIN 2 PIN 3 Connected to PIN 3
32. ny input or special external sync input may be selected as the vertical interval source DC coupled inputs and outputs Audio follow video and breakaway options Storing and recalling setups Take button for precise switch control Lock button to prevent tampering with the front panel Gain control for all inputs and all outputs The ability to control via the front panel buttons via the Infra red remote control transmitter and remotely by RS 485 or RS 232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system PC or other serial controller To achieve the best performance Connect only good quality connection cables thus avoiding interference deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching and elevated noise levels often associated with low quality cables Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality and position your Kramer VS 5x5 away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust 4 Your VS 5x5 5x5 Video Audio Matrix Switcher Figure 1 Table 1 and Table 2 define the VS 5x5 5x5 Video Audio Matrix Switcher 1 When one video signal replaces another video signal the switching process causes a random interruption in the first video signal in the middle of a frame and a random entrance into the second video signal also in the middle of a frame The result is a visible jump in the edited tape This deteriorates when the tape is copied and the disturbance on pla
33. o input to a video audio output do the following 1 Press an OUT button either 1 2 3 4 or ALL The 7 segment Display blinks Press an IN button either 1 2 3 4 or OFF The selected input switches to the selected output For example press the ALL button and then IN button 2 to connect input 2 to all the outputs 7 4 Confirming Settings Choose to work in the AT ONCE or the CONFIRM mode as section 7 4 1 describes When the VS 5x5 operates in the AT ONCE mode TAKE button is not lit pressing an OUT IN combination implements the switch immediately In the CONFIRM mode TAKE button is lit the TAKE button must be pressed to authorize the switch 1 Warning that changes are about to occur in the audio section 14 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating the VS 5x5 In the AT ONCE mode you save time as execution is immediate and actions require no user confirmation However no protection is offered against changing an action in error In the CONFIRM mode e You can key in several actions and then confirm them by pressing the TAKE button to simultaneously activate the multiple switches e Every action requires user confirmation protecting against erroneous switching e Execution is delayed until the user confirms the action 7 4 1 Toggling between the AT ONCE and CONFIRM Modes To toggle between the AT ONCE and CONFIRM modes do the following 1 Press the dim TAKE button to toggle from the AT O
34. ont panel switches 1 For example press ALL and then Input button 2 to connect input 2 to all the outputs 2 When the Audio button illuminates that is when the audio breakaway mode is selected 3 When the Video button illuminates that is when the video breakaway mode is selected 4 Also displays the number of IN and OUT ports the firmware version number and the MACHINE Refer to section 7 1 5 The VIDEO button is illuminated when the video breakaway mode is selected 6 The AFV button is illuminated when the AFV mode is selected 7 The AUDIO button is illuminated when the audio breakaway mode is selected 8 For example press STO and then the Output button 3 to store in Setup 3 9 Only view nothing is implemented at this stage 10 When in Confirm mode the TAKE button illuminates 4 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Your VS 5x5 5x5 Video Audio Matrix Switcher Table 2 Rear Panel VS 5x5 5x5 Video Audio Matrix Switcher Features Feature Function 1 LOOP BNC Connector For looping the inputs 2 EXT SYNC BNC Connects to the external SYNC source 9 Connector 3 Composite BNC OUT Connects to the composite video acceptors from 1 to 5 gt Connectors 4 Composite BNC IN Connects to the composite video sources from 1 to 5 Connectors 5 o INPUTS Terminal Block Connect to the balanced stereo audio sources from 1 to 5 a Connectors 6 a OUTPUTS Terminal Connect to the bala
35. r 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 PROTECTED Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty WHAT IS COVERED AND WHAT IS NOT COVERED Except as below this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product The following are not covered by the warranty 1 Any product which is not distributed by Kramer or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer If you are uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the Web site www kramerelectronics com 2 Any product on which the serial number has been defaced modified or removed 3 Damage deterioration or 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 Removal or 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 FOR AND WHAT WE WILL NOT PAY FOR We will pay labor an
36. riate 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 128dec 3dec for 2nd byte 128dec 5dec for 3rd byte If the OUTPUT is set as 1 then the ASCII coding of the lettering following the machine s name is sent For example for the VS 7588YC the reply to the request to send the first suffix would be HEX codes 7D D9 C3 81 i e 128dec ASCII for Y 128dec ASCII for C NOTE 14 The number of inputs and outputs refers to the specific machine which is being addressed not to the system For example if six 16X16 matrices are configured to make a 48X32 system 48 inputs 32 outputs the reply to the HEX code 3E 82 81 82 ie request the number of outputs would be HEX codes 7E 82 90 82 ie l6 outputs NOTE 15 When the OVR bit 4th byte is set then the video commands have universal meaning For example instruction 1 SWITCH VIDEO will cause all units including audio data etc to switch Similarly if a machine is in FOLLOW mode it will perform any video instruction 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
37. s 1 for audio SETTING function 15 REQUEST WHETHER Set as SETUP 0 8 SETUP IS DEFINED 16 ERROR BUSY 0 0 error 9 1 invalid instruction 2 out of range 22 SET AUDIO Equal to input output number Set as parameter value 2 11 23 PARAMETER whose gain is to be set 0 all 24 INCREASE Equal to input output number 0 increase output 23 DECREASE AUDIO whose parameter is to be 1 decrease output PARAMETER increased decreased 0 all 6 increase input 7 decrease input 25 REQUEST AUDIO Equal to input output number 0 6 23 PARAMETER whose parameter is requested 30 LOCK FRONT PANEL 0 Panel unlocked 0 2 1 Panel locked 31 REQUEST WHETHER 0 0 16 PANEL IS LOCKED 42 AUDIO PARAMETER INPUT Bit 0 Gain 23 SETTINGS FOR l0 O input 1 output INSTRUCTIONS 22 I1 Left 24 25 I2 Right 57 SET AUTO SAVE I3 no save 0 12 2 I4 auto save 61 IDENTIFY MACHINE 1 video machine name 0 Request first 4 digits 13 2 audio machine name 3 video software version 4 audio software version 62 DEFINE MACHINE 1 number of inputs 1 for video 14 2 number of outputs 2 for audio 3 number of setups 63 EXTENDED DATA 7 MSBs for INPUT data 7 MSBs for OUTPUT data 19 29 Kramer Protocol 2000 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 pr
38. sh Program button to Program On underside panel push reset button using a screwdriver see Figure 2 1 Item 9 in Table 2 18 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Flash Memory Upgrade 8 3 Upgrading Firmware Follow these steps to upgrade the firmware 1 Double click the desktop icon Shortcut to FLIP EXE The Splash screen appears as follows Figure 13 Splash Screen 2 After a few seconds the Splash screen is replaced by the Atmel Flip window Figure 14 Atmel Flip Window 19 Flash Memory Upgrade 3 Press the keyboard shortcut key F2 or select the Select command from the Device menu or press the integrated circuit icon in the upper right corner of the window The Device Selection window appears Device Selection Device AT83C5115 OK Cancel Figure 15 Device Selection Window 4 Click the button next to the name of the device and select from the list AT89C51RD2 Atmel Flip 1 8 8 AT89C5115 r AT89C5115 AT89C5131 AT89C5132 OK AT89C51ED2 AT89CS1IC2 ATB89CS11D2 AT89CS1RB2 Seal Num atgocsircz ATB9ICSISND1 AT8XC5122 A T89C51AC2 a T89c51CCOL T89c51CCO2 T89C511C2 T89C51RB2 T89C51RC2 T89C51RD2 T8XC5121 Device Select z Comm OFF Figure 16 Device Selection window 5 Click OK and select Load Hex from the File menu 20 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Flash Me
39. te Similarly for the OUTPUT byte set as 7 the VIS source is the output selected using the OUTPUT byte Note also that on some machines the sync source is not software selectable but is selected using switches jumpers etc NOTE 6 If INPUT is set to 127 for these instructions then if the function is defined on this machine it replies with OUTPUT 1 If the function is not defined then the machine replies with OUTPUT 0 or with an error invalid instruction code 1f the INPUT is set to 126 for these instructions then if possible the machine will return the current setting of this function even for the case that the function is not defined For example for a video switcher which always switches during the VIS of input 1 and its VIS setting cannot be programmed otherwise the reply to the HEX code 0A FE 80 81 i e request VIS setting with INPUT set as 126dec would be HEX codes 4A FE 81 81 i e VIS setting 1 which is defined as VIS from input 1 NOTE 7 Setting OUTPUT to 0 will return the VIS source setting as defined in instruction 7 Setting to 1 will return the input or output of the sync source for the case where the VIS source is set as 6 or as 7 in instruction 7 Setting to 2 returns the vertical sync frequency 0 for no input sync 50 for PAL 60 for NTSC 127 for error NOTE 8 The reply to the REQUEST WHETHER SETUP IS DEFINED is as in TYPE 3 above except that here the OUTPUT is assigned with the valu
40. 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 3 Warning that you need to unlock to regain control via the front panel 4 Version 3 9 or higher 17 Flash Memory Upgrade 8 Flash Memory Upgrade The VS 5x5 firmware is located in FLASH memory which lets you upgrade to the latest Kramer firmware version in minutes The process involves e Downloading from the Internet see section 8 1 e Connecting the PC to the RS 232 port see section 8 2 e Upgrading Firmware see section 8 3 8 1 Downloading from the Internet You can download the up to date file from the Internet To do so 1 Go to our Web site at www kramerelectronics com and download the file FLIP_VS5x5 zip from the Technical Support section 2 Extract the file FLIP_VS5x5 zip to a folder for example C Program Files Kramer Flash 3 Create a shortcut on your desktop to the file FLIP EXE 8 2 Connecting the PC to the RS 232 Port Before installing the latest Kramer firmware version on a VS 5x5 unit do the following 1 Connect the RS 232 DB9 rear panel port on the VS 5x5 unit to the Null modem adapter and connect the Null modem adapter with a 9 wire flat cable to the RS 232 DB9 COM port on your PC see section 5 2 2 Connect the power on the VS 5x5 unit and switch it ON 3 Set the underside Flash Program switches as follows Push the rear panel Fla
41. tics 7 2 Choosing the Audio Follow Video or Breakaway Option You can switch stereo audio signals in one of 2 ways either e Audio follow video AFV in which all operations and status indicators relate to both the video and the audio channels or e Breakaway in which video and audio channels switch independently 1 Item 7 in Table 1 2 The First Display appears initially followed a few seconds later by the Second Display 3 Audio and video connections are the same 13 Operating the VS 5x5 7 2 1 Setting the Audio Follow Video Option To set the Audio follow video AFV option 1 7 2 2 Press the AFV button The AFV button illuminates The audio will follow the video Ifthe audio configuration differs from the video configuration the audio input s which will be changed will blink in the 7 segment Display and the AUDIO and TAKE buttons will also blink Press the TAKE button to confirm the modification reconfiguring the audio according to the video Setting the Breakaway Option To set the Breakaway option press either the AUDIO for audio control only or the VIDEO for video control only button If the AUDIO button illuminates all switching operations and the 7 segment Display relate to the Audio section If the VIDEO button illuminates all switching operations and the 7 segment Display relate to the Video section 7 3 Switching OUT IN Combinations To switch a video audi
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43. yback is more serious Avoid this by switching at a very specific point during the vertical interval allowing smooth replacement of a whole frame by a second whole frame as long as the video sources are Genlocked to each other KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Your VS 5x5 5x5 Video Audio Matrix Switcher 2X3 MOQ a a209 Q9 O Y POWER I 2 E t E OUPUT 4 2W3 4 5 ii Na st v C2 our TAKE Lock 1 2 3 4 ALL yo Wa INPUT VIDEO AUDIO RCL o O Ir x C b x a CO 5x5 Video Audio Matrix Switcher VS 5x5 O m EXTSYNC OUT RS 232 FLASH RS 485 Sacos PROG GBA MACH RS 485 200s pio eis P TERM tir L2R L R L R L R LIR L R ee 100 240 VAG 50 60 Hz AUDIO ETHER ETHER ENSE ECE ECE LEES EHE TA BEBE e Figure 1 VS 5x5 5x5 Video Audio Matrix Switcher Your VS 5x5 5x5 Video Audio Matrix Switcher Table 1 Front Panel VS 5x5 5x5 Video Audio Matrix Switcher Features Feature Function 1 IR Re
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