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1. COMPLIANCE WITH HDMI HDMI and HDCP STANDARD RESOLUTION Up to UXGA 1080p POWER CONSUMPTION 100 240 50 60Hz 25 CONTROLS Front panel buttons infrared remote control transmitter RS 232 Ethernet 45 to 72 C 49 to 162 F 10 to 90 RHL non condensing 19 x7 24 x 1U W Power cord IR transmitter rack ears Specifications are subject to change without notice at http www kramerelectronics com VS 44HN Technical Specifications 9 Default Communication Parameters RS 232 Protocol 2000 Protocol 3000 Default Baud Rate 9600 Baud Rate 115 200 Stop Bits None Pariy Nn Command Format Command Format ASCII Example Output 1 to Input 1 Ox01 0x81 Example Output 1 to Input 1 AV 1 gt 1 lt CR gt 0x81 0x81 Switching Protocol P2000 gt P3000 P3000 gt P2000 Command 0x38 0x80 0x83 0x81 P2000 lt CR gt Front Panel Press and hold Output 1 and Front Panel Press and hold Output 1 and Output 3 simultaneously Output 2 simultaneously Default Settings Power cycle the unit while holding in the Beat een alas located on the rear UDP Port 50000 Reset Settings VS 44HN Default Communication Parameters 10 Default EDID Monitor Model name VS 44HN Manufacturer KRM Plug and Play 0200 1 2010 ISO week 24 ne Serial number Manufacture date Filt
2. HDTV 16 9 1 1 1280 x 720p at 60Hz HDTV 16 9 1 1 Native 1920 x 1080p at 60Hz HDTV 16 9 1 1 1920 x 1080p at 50Hz HDTV 16 9 1 1 NB NTSC refresh rate Hz 1000 1001 CE audio data formats supported LPCM 3 channel 24 bits at 44 48 kHz CE speaker allocation data Channel configuration 3 0 Front LFE Front centei Rear left right Rear center Front left right center No Rear left right center No Rear LFE No CE vendor specific data VSDB EEE registration number 0 000 03 CEC physical address 1 0 0 0 Maximum TMDS clock 165MHz Report information Date generated Software revision Data source Operating system 08 Jul 12 2 60 0 972 File 5 1 2600 2 Service Pack 3 Raw data 00 00 2 40 00 02 01 00 00 00 18 14 01 03 81 46 27 78 0 05 7 57 49 9 25 11 48 4B FF FF 80 81 C0 81 00 95 00 81 40 81 80 90 40 B3 00 A9 40 01 1D 00 72 51 D0 1A 20 6E 28 55 00 7 88 42 00 00 1 02 80 18 71 38 20 40 58 2 45 00 04 8 21 00 00 1 00 00 00 00 56 53 2D 34 32 48 4E 0A 20 20 00 00 00 00 00 00 FD 00 32 55 1F 5E 11 00 0A 20 20 20 20 20 20 01 7B 02 03 1A 71 47 11 13 05 14 84 10 1F 23 0A 06 04 83 05 00 00 65 03 0C 00 10 00 8C 0A D0 8A 20 E0 2D 10 10 3E 96 00 58 C2 21 00 00 18 01 1D 80 18 71 1C 16 20 58 2C 25 00 C4 8E 21 00 00 9E 01 1D 80 00 72 1 16 20 10 2 25 80 04 8 21 00 00 9 01 10 00 72 51 00
3. to 72 C 49 to 162 F 10 to 90 RHL non condensing CAUTION When installing on a 19 rack avoid hazards by taking care that 1 Itis located within the recommended environmental conditions as the operating ambient temperature of a closed or multi unit rack assembly may exceed the room ambient temperature 2 Once rack mounted enough air will still flow around the machine 3 The machine is placed straight in the correct horizontal position 4 You do not overload the circuit s When connecting the machine to the supply circuit overloading the circuits might have a detrimental effect on overcurrent protection and supply wiring Refer to the appropriate nameplate ratings for information For example for fuse replacement see the value printed on the product label 5 The machine is earthed grounded in a reliable way and is connected only to an electricity socket with grounding Pay particular attention to situations where electricity is supplied indirectly when the power cord is not plugged directly into the socket in the wall for example when using an extension cable or a power strip and that you use only the power cord that is supplied with the machine VS 44HN Installing in a Rack To rack mount a machine 1 Attach both ear brackets to the machine To do so remove the screws from each side of the machine 3 on each side and replace those screws through the ear brackets 2 Place the ears
4. 2 1 Device Long Response Echoing command Start Address optional Body Delimiter deviceid 000 Command SP 1 Parame result CR LF CR Carriage return ASCII 13 0x0D Line feed ASCII 10 0x0A ISP Space ASCII 32 0x20 VS 44HN Protocol 3000 12 1 3 Command Terms Command A sequence of ASCII letters 7 a z and Command and parameters must be separated by at least one space Parameters A sequence of alphanumeric ASCII characters 0 9 A Z a z and some special characters for specific commands Parameters are separated by commas Message string Every command entered as part of a message string begins with a message starting character and ends with a message closing character Note A string can contain more than one command Commands are separated by a pipe character Message starting character For host command query For device response Device ID Optional for K NET K NET Device ID followed by Query sign follows some commands to define a query request Message closing character ICR For host messages carriage return ASCII 13 CRLF For device messages carriage return ASCII 13 line feed ASCII 10 Command chain separator character When a message string contains more than one command a pipe character separates eac
5. Elect to repair or facilitate the repair of any defective parts within a reasonable period of time free of any charge for the necessary parts and labor to completa ihe repair amd restore his product to lis proper operating condition Kramar Electronics will also pay the shipping costs necessary to relurn this product once the repair is complete 2 Replace this product with a direct replacement or with similar product deemed by Kramer Electronics ta perform substantially the function as the original product 3 Issue refund of the original purchase price lass depreciation be determined based on the age of the product the time remedy is sought under this limited warranty What Kramer Electronics will not do Under This Limited Warranty M this product is returned to Kramer Electronics or the authorized dealer from which it was purchased or any other party authorized to repair Kramer Electronics products this product must be insured dunng shipment with the insurance and shipping charges prepaid by you If this product is returned uninsured you assume all risks of loss or damage during shipment Kramer Electronics will not be responsible for any costs related to the removal or re installation of this product from or into any installation Kramer Electronics will not be responsible for any costs related to any setting up this product any adjustment of user controls or any programming required for a specific installation of this pr
6. Microsoft network Show icon in notification area when connected Notify me when this connection has limited or no connectivity Figure 4 Local Area Connection Properties Window 6 Select Use the following IP Address and fill in the details as shown in Figure 5 7 Click OK VS 44HN Connecting to the VS 44HN Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties General You can get IP settings assigned automatically if your network supports this capability Otherwise you need to ask your network administrator for the appropriate IP settings Obtain an IP address automatically Use the following IP address IP address 192 168 1 38 Subnet mask 255 255 255 0 Default gateway 9 0 0 0 Use the following DNS server addresses Preferred DNS server Alternate DNS server Cancel Figure 5 Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties Window 7 2 0 Connecting the Ethernet Port via a Network Hub You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS 44HN to the Ethernet port on a network hub or network router via a straight through cable with RJ 45 connectors 7 3 Upgrading the Firmware For instructions on upgrading the firmware see Upgrading the VS 44HN Firmware Using the STC Software VS 44HN Connecting to the VS 44HN 8 Technical Specifications INPUTS 4 HDMI Connectors OUTPUTS 4 HDMI Connectors BANDWIDTH Up to 6 75Gbps data rate 2 25Gbps per graphic channel
7. OVR bit 4th byte is set then the video commands have universal meaning For example instruction 1 SWITCH VIDEO causes all units including audio data etc to switch Similarly if a machine is in FOLLOW mode it performs 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 if the panel is unlocked or 1 if it is locked VS 44HN Kramer Protocol 2000 EE 12 Protocol 3000 The VS 44HN can be operated using serial commands from a PC remote controller or touch screen using the Kramer Protocol 3000 This section describes e Kramer Protocol 3000 syntax see Section 12 1 e Kramer Protocol 3000 commands see Section 12 2 12 1 Kramer Protocol 3000 Syntax 12 1 1 Host Message Format Start Address optional Body Delimiter 12 1 1 1 Simple Command Command string with only one command without addressing Start Body Delimiter Command ISP Parameter 1 Parameter 2 CR 12 1 1 2 Command String Formal syntax with commands concatenation and addressing Start Address Body Delimiter device_id Command 1 Parameter1_1 Parameter1_2 ICR Command 2 Parameter2_1 Parameter2_2 Command 3 Parameter3 1 Parameter3 2 12 1 2 Device Message Format Start Address optional Body delimiter eeno Message 7 12 1
8. press Output buttons 1 and 3 at the same time Protocol 3000 is active 2 Onthe TO OUTPUT 1 row press Output buttons 1 and 2 at the same time Protocol 2000 is active 6 4 Resetting the VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher s IP Parameters Note This procedure resets only the IP related parameters All switching and preset values remain unchanged To reset the IP parameters to their default values see Section 9 e Press and hold the RESET button on the rear panel while powering up the device IN Operating the VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switche 7 7 1 7 2 7 2 1 Connecting to the VS 44HN This section describes e Connecting to the VS 44HN via RS 232 see Section 7 1 e Connecting to the VS 44HN via Ethernet see Section 7 2 Connecting to the VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher via RS 232 You can connect to the VS 44HN via an RS 232 connection using for example a PC Note that a null modem adapter connection is not required To connect to the VS 44HN via RS 232 e Connect the RS 232 9 pin D sub rear panel port on the VS 44HN unit via a 9 wire straight cable only pin 2 to pin 2 pin 3 to pin 3 and pin 5 to pin 5 need to be connected to the RS 232 9 pin D sub port on your PC Connecting to the VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher via Ethernet You can connect the VS 44HN via the Ethernet using a crossover cable see Section 7 2 1 for direct connection to the PC or a straight through cable see Section 7
9. 1 20 6 28 55 00 4 8 21 00 00 1E 01 1D 00 BC 52 D0 1E 20 B8 28 55 40 C4 8E 21 00 00 1E 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 90 VS 44HN Default EDID 11 Kramer Protocol 2000 The Kramer Protocol 2 000 RS 232 RS 485 communication uses four bytes of information as defined below All the values in the table are decimal unless otherwise stated MSB LSB 0 D N5 N4 N3 N2 N1 NO 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 1st byte INPUT 1 l6 15 14 13 12 0 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 2nd byte 1 06 05 04 03 02 O1 00 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 3rd byte 1 OVR 4 M3 M2 1 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 4th byte 1st 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 5 NO NSTRUCTION The function that is to be performed by the switcher s is defined by the NSTRUCTION 6 bits Similarly if a function is performed via the machine s keyboard then these bits are set with the NSTRUCTION NO which was performed The instruction codes are defined according to the table below INSTRUCTION NO is the value to be set for N5 2nd BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 1 l6 10 INPUT When switching ie instruction codes 1 and 2 the NPUT 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 NUMBER which was sw
10. 15 STATUS 1 to delete 4 RECALL VIDEO Set as SETUP 0 2 3 15 STATUS 5 REQUEST STATUS Set as SETUP Equal to output number whose 4 3 OF A VIDEO OUTPUT status is reqd 15 REQUEST WHETHER SETUP 0 for checking if setup is defined 8 SETUP IS DEF NED 1 for checking if input is valid VAL D IS Input DETECTED 30 LOCK FRONT PANEL 0 Panel unlocked 0 2 1 Panel locked 31 REQUEST WHETHER 10 0 16 PANEL IS LOCKED 61 DENT FY 1 video machine name 0 Request first 4 digits 13 MACHINE 2 audio machine name 1 Request first suffix 3 video software version 2 Request second suffix 4 audio software version 3 Request third suffix 5 R8422 controller name 10 Request first prefix 6 RS422 controller version 11 Request second prefix 7 remote control name 12 Request third prefix 8 remote software version 9 Protocol 2000 revision 62 62 DEF NE MACHINE 1 number of inputs 1 for video 2 number of outputs 2 for audio 3 number of setups 3 for SDI 4 for remote panel 5 for RS 422 controller NOTES on the above table NOTE 1 When the master switcher is reset g when it is turned on the reset code is sent to the PC If this code is sent to the switchers it resets according to the present power down settings NOTE 2 These are bi directional definitions That is if the switcher receives the code it performs the instruction and if the instruction is performed due to a keystrok
11. 2 2 for connection via a network hub or network router After connecting the Ethernet port you have to install and configure your Ethernet Port For detailed instructions see the Ethernet Configuration FC 11 guide pdf file in the technical support section at http www kramerelectronics com Connecting the Ethernet Port directly to a PC You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS 44HN to the Ethernet port on your PC via a crossover cable with RJ 45 connectors This type of connection is recommended for identification of the factory default IP Address of the VS 44HN during the initial configuration After connecting the Ethernet port configure your PC as follows 1 On your desktop right click the My Network Places icon VS 44HN Connecting to the VS 44HN 2 Select Properties 3 Right click Local Area Connection Properties 4 Select Properties The Local Area Connection Properties window appears 5 Select the Internet Protocol TCP IP and click the Properties Button see Figure 4 Local Area Connection Properties General Advanced Connect using HEP Intel R 82566DC 2 Gigabit Network C This connection uses the following items iv 1 Client for Microsoft Networks 8 File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks dil QoS Packet Scheduler Intemet Protocol TCP IP Description Allows your computer to access resources on a
12. 81 Kramer Electronics has been providing a world of unique creative and affordable solutions to the vast range of problems that confront video audio presentation and broadcasting professionals on a daily basis In recent years we have redesigned and upgraded most of our line making the best even better Our 1 000 plus different models now appear in 11 groups that are clearly defined by function GROUP 1 Distribution Amplifiers GROUP 2 Switchers and Routers GROUP 3 Control Systems GROUP 4 Format Standards Converters GROUP 5 Range Extenders and Repeaters GROUP 6 Specialty AV Products GROUP 7 Scan Converters and Scalers GROUP 8 Cables and Connectors GROUP 9 Room Connectivity GROUP 10 Accessories and Rack Adapters and GROUP 11 Sierra Video Products Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher which is ideal for the following typical applications e Conference room presentations e Advertising applications e Rental and staging 2 Getting Started We recommend that you e Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment e Review the contents of this user manual Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables Use only the power cord that is supplied with this machine Go to http www kramerelectronics com to check for up to date user manuals application programs and to check if firmware upgrades are available w
13. J 45 Connector Connect to a PC via a LAN 16 RESET Button Press and hold while powering on the device to reset to factory default IP settings see Section 6 4 and Section 9 17 REMOTE IR Opening Connect to an external IR receiver for controlling the device via and IR remote controller see Section 3 5 Covered by a cap The 3 5mm jack at the end of the internal IR connection cable fits into this opening 18 Mains Power Connector and Fuse Plug in the power cord 3 5 Using the IR Transmitter You can use the RC IR3 IR transmitter to control the machine via the built in IR receiver on the front panel or instead via an optional external IR receiver Model C A35M IRR 50 The external IR receiver can be located up to 15 meters away from the machine This distance can be extended to up to 60 meters when used with three extension cables Model C A35M A35F 50 Before using the external IR receiver be sure to arrange for your Kramer dealer to insert the internal IR connection cable for example P N 505 70434010 S with the 3 5mm connector that fits into the REMOTE IR opening on the rear panel Connect the external IR receiver to the REMOTE IR 3 5mm connector 4 Installing in a Rack This section provides instructions for rack mounting the unit Before installing in a rack be sure that the environment is within the recommended range OPERATING TEMPERATURE STORAGE TEMPERATURE HUMIDITY to 55 C 32 to 131 F 45
14. KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD USER MANUAL MODEL VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher P N 2900 300161 Rev 2 VS 44HN Quick Start Guide This page guides you through a basic installation and first time use of your VS 44HN For more detailed information see the VS 44HN User Manual You can download the latest manual at http www kramerelectronics com Step 1 Check what s in the box VS 44HN 4x4 Matrix Switcher 1 Quick Start Guide 1 Power cord 1 User Manual 1 Set of rack ears Kramer RC IR3 Infrared Remote Control 4 Rubber feet Transmitter with batteries and user manual Step 2 Install the VS 44HN Mount the machine in a rack using the included rack ears or attach the rubber feet and place on a table Step 3 Connect the inputs and outputs Display with Computer speakers X Controller Step 4 Connect the power Connect the power cord to the VS 44HN and plug itinto the mains electricity Step 5 Operate the VS 44HN Switch an Input to an Output Store and Recall a Preset Press an output button T Sore followed by an input button 1 Set the device to the desired setting 2 Press the STO button The STO button blinks 3 Select an IN or OUT button to store the device setting 4 Press the LOCK button to store the current setup Acquire the EDID from To Recall A connected output 1 Press the RCL button The RCL button blinks o Several outputs 2 Press the relevant IN or OUT b
15. Section 6 3 and or the Ethernet port see Section 7 2 4 Connect the device to the mains electricity not shown in Figure 3 5 Power on the device 6 If necessary acquire the EDID see Section 6 1 VS 44HN Connecting the VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher 6 6 1 6 1 1 Operating the VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher This section describes e Acquiring the EDID see Section 6 1 e Storing and recalling switch settings see Section 6 2 e Switching Between Protocol 2000 and Protocol 3000 see Section 6 3 Acquiring the EDID You can acquire the EDID from any of the following e One output to one or more of the six inputs see Section 6 1 1 e Several outputs simultaneously see Section 6 1 2 e The default EDID see Section 6 1 3 Note Attempting to acquire the EDID from an output that does not have a display device connected to it results in the default EDID being acquired Acquiring the EDID from One Output Note You can assign the EDID from one output to any or all of the eight inputs To acquire the EDID from a display device connected to one of the outputs 1 Press the EDID and STO buttons simultaneously and hold them for 3 seconds Both buttons flash 2 Press the input button to which the EDID is copied The selected input number flashes on the display 3 Select the output from which the EDID is to be acquired 4 Press the EDID button The EDID is stored when the display returns to normal and
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17. e 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 switches input 5 to output 8 If the user switched input 1 to output 7 via the front panel keypad then the switcher sends HEX codes 41 81 87 83 to the PC When the PC sends one of the commands in this group to the switcher then if the instruction is valid the switcher replies by sending to the PC the same four bytes that it was sent except for the first byte where the DEST NATION 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 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 8 The reply is as in TYPE 3 above except that here the OUTPUT is assigned with the value 0 if the setup is not defined no valid input is detected or 1 if it is defined valid input is detected Kramer Protocol 2000 NOTE 13 This is a request to identify the switcher s in the system If
18. ed warranty gives you Specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from country 10 country state to state This limited warranty is void If 1 the label bearing the serial number of this product has been removed or defaced 8 the product 18 not distributed by Kramer Electronics or ili this product is not purchased from an authorized Kramer Electronics reseller I you are unsure whether a reseller is an authonzed Kramer Electronics reseller please visit our Web site at www kramerelectronics com or contact a Kramer Electronics office from the list at the end of this document Your rights under this limited warranty are not diminished if you do not complete and return the product registration form or complete and submit the online product registration form Kramer Elactronics thanks you for purchasing a Kramer Electronics product We hope It will give you years of satisfaction For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit our Web site where updates to this user manual may be found We welcome your questions comments and feedback Web site www kramerelectronics com E mail info kramerel com KRAMER SAFETY WARNING Disconnect the unit from the power m supply before opening and servicing
19. en Input button 2 to connect input 2 to all the outputs 4 OFF Button Press after pressing an output button to disconnect the selected output from the inputs To disconnect all the outputs press ALL followed by OFF 5 IN 1 to 4 Press to select the input to switch after selecting an output also used for storing machine setups see Section 6 2 SELECT Buttons See 1 6 OUT 1 to 4 Press to select an output to switch followed by an input also used for storing machine setups see Section 6 2 7 STO Button Press to store the current switching setting to a preset see Section 6 2 8 RCL Button Press to recall the switch setting from a preset see Section 6 2 9 LOCK Button Press and hold to toggle the locking release of he front panel buttons When storing or recalling presets press to store or recall the preset see Section 6 2 10 EDID Button Press to capture the EDID see Section 6 1 11 OUTPUT INPUT 7 segment LED Display Displays the input currently switched to the output which is marked above each input M9IAJ9AQ NHtt SA U REM Figure 2 VS 44HN 4 4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Rear Panel Feature Function 12 IN HDMI Connectors 1 to 4 Connect to up to 4 HDMI sources 13 OUT HDMI Connectors 1 to 4 Connect to up to 4 HDMI acceptors 14 RS 232 9 pin D sub Serial Port Connector Connect to a PC serial controller 15 ETHERNET R
20. ensee HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI licensing LLC In particular HDMI e Provides a simple interface between any audio video source such as a set top box DVD player or A V receiver and video monitor such as a digital flat LCD plasma television DTV over a single lengthy cable SIMPLICITY With video and mul i channel audio combined into a single cable the cost complexity and confusion of multiple cables currently used in A V systems is reduced LENGTHY CABLE HDMI technology has been designed to use standard copper cable construction at up to 15m e Supports standard enhanced high definition video and multi channel digital audio on a single cable MULTI CHANNEL DIGITAL AUDIO HDMI supports multiple audio formats from standard stereo to multi channel surround sound HDMI has the capacity to support Dolby 5 1 audio and high resolution audio formats e Transmits all ATSC HDTV standards and supports 8 channel digital audio with bandwidth to spare to accommodate future enhancements and requirements e Benefits consumers by providing superior uncompressed digital video VS 44HN Overview 3 3 quality via a single cable and user friendly connector HDMI provides the quality and functionality of a digital interface while also supporting uncompressed video formats in a simple cost effective manner e 5 backward compatible with DVI Digi
21. er driver EDID revision x9 nput signal type Digital DVI Color bit depth Undefined Display type RGB color Screen size Power management 700 x 390 mm 31 5 in Not supported 1 CEA EXT Color characteristics Default color spac Non sRGB Display gamma 2 20 Red chromaticity Green chromaticit Rx 0 640 Ry 0 341 Gx 0 286 Gy 0 610 Blue chromaticity Bx 0 146 By 0 069 White point default Wx 0 284 Wy 0 293 Additional descriptors None Timing characteristics Horizontal scan range 31 94 2 Vertical scan rang 50 85Hz Video bandwidth 170MHz CVT standard Not supported standard Not supported Additional descriptors None Preferred timing Yes Native preferred timing 1280x720p at 60Hz Modeline 1280x720 74 250 1280 1390 1430 1650 720 725 730 746 hsync vsync Detailed timing 1 1920x1080p at 60Hz 16 9 Modeline 1920x1080 148 500 1920 2008 2052 2200 1080 1084 1089 1125 hsync vsync Standard timings supported 720 x 400p at 70Hz BM VGA 720 x 400p at 88Hz BM XGA2 640 x 480p at 60Hz BM VGA 640 x 480p at 67Hz Apple Mac II 640 x 480p at 72Hz VESA 640 x 480p at 75Hz VESA 800 x 600p at 56Hz VESA 800 x 600p at 60Hz VESA 800 x 600p at 72Hz VESA 800 x 600p at 75Hz VESA 832 x 624p at 75Hz Apple Mac II 1024 x 768i at 87Hz BM 1024 x 768p at 60Hz VESA 1024 x 768
22. h command Spaces between parameters or command terms are ignored 12 1 4 12 1 5 12 1 6 12 1 7 Entering Commands You can directly enter all commands using a terminal with ASCII communications software such as HyperTerminal Hercules etc Connect the terminal to the serial or Ethernet port on the Kramer device To enter press the Enter key LF is also sent but is ignored by command parser For commands sent from some non Kramer controllers ke Crestron some characters require special coding such as X Refer to the controller manual Command Forms Some commands have short name syntax in addition to long name syntax to allow faster typing The response is always in long syntax Chaining Commands Multiple commands can be chained in the same string Each command is delimited by a pipe character When chaining commands enter the message starting character and the message closing character only once at the beginning of the string and at the end Commands in the string do not execute until the closing character is entered A separate response is sent for every command in the chain Maximum String Length 64 characters VS 44HN Protocol 3000 12 2 Kramer Protocol 3000 Commands Short Command Form Description Permission BUILD Read device build date End User DATE CPEDID Copy EDID data from he output to the input End User EEPROM posPtav Readito
23. here appropriate 2 1 Achieving the Best Performance To achieve the best performance e Use only good quality connection cables to avoid interference deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching and elevated noise levels often associated with low quality cables e Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality e Position your VS 44HN away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust m VS 44HN Getting Started LN g Overview The VS 44HN is a high quality 4x4 matrix switcher for HDMI signals It reclocks and equalizes the signals and can route any input to any or all outputs simultaneously In particular the VS 44HN features Up to 6 75Gbps data rate 2 25Gbps per graphics channel Suitable for resolutions up to UXGA and 1080p at 60Hz Support for HDCP High Definition Digital Content Protection HDMI Support HDMI 3D Deep Color x v Color Lip Sync 3D pass through Support for up to 7 1 multi channel audio EDIDPro Kramer Intelligent EDID Processing Intelligent EDID handling amp processing algorithm ensures Plug and Play operation for HDMI systems Kramer reKlocking amp Equalization Technology that rebuilds the digital signal to travel longer distances A lock button to prevent unwanted tampering with the buttons on the front panel Preset memory locations for quick access to common configurations Support for Krame
24. ims must be presented to the carrier lightning power surges or other acts of nature This limited warranty does not cover any damage detenoratian or malfunction resulting from the Installation or removal of this product from any installation any unauthonzed tampering with this product any repairs attempted by anyone unauthonzed by Kramer Electronics to make such repairs or any other cause which does not relate directly to a defect materials and or workmanship of this product This limited warranty does not cover cartons equipment enclosures cables or accessories used in conjunction with this product Without limiting any other exclusion herein Kramer Electronics does not warrant that the product covered hereby including without limitation the technology and or integrated 8 included In the product will not become obsolete or that such hems are or will remain compatible with any other product or technology with which he product may be used How Long Does this Coverage Last Seven years as of this printing please cheek our Web for the most current accurate warranty Wha is Covered Only the anginal purchaser af this product ts covered under this warranty This limited waranty 15 transterable to Kramer Electronics will at its sole option provide one of the following three remedies to whatever extent it shall deem necessary o Satisfy a proper claim under this limited 1
25. is to be copied The selected input number flashes on the display Press the OFF button until 0 zero appears on the display Press the EDID button The default EDID is stored on the selected input when the display returns to normal Storing and Recalling a Switching Setting from a Preset You can use the STO and RCL buttons to store up to 8 setups and then recall them To store a preset for example Input 4 Output 3 in preset 8 You can set each of the inputs outputs independently you are not limited to a single input output combination 1 Configure the switching as required for the preset for example Input 4 to Output 3 Press the STO button The STO button flashes Select an OUT or IN SELECT button to store the device setting for example IN 4 for preset 8 Press the LOCK button to store the current setup You have to press the LOCK button within 10 seconds or the procedure automatically imes out VS 44HN Operating the VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher To recall a preset for example preset 3 1 Press the RCL button The RCL button flashes 2 Press the relevant OUT or IN button that stored the preset for example OUT 3 preset 3 3 Press the LOCK button to recall the stored preset The RCL button stops flashing 6 3 Switching Between Protocol 2000 and Protocol 3000 To switch from Protocol 2000 to Protocol 3000 and back again using the front panel buttons 1 Onthe TO OUTPUT 1 row
26. itched For other operations these bits are defined according to the table 3rd BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 1 06 O0 OUTPUT When switching ie instruction codes 1 and 2 the OUTPUT 7 bits is set as the output number which is to be switched Similarly if switching is done via the machine s front panel then these bits are set with the OUTPUT NUMBER which was switched For other operations these bits are defined according to the table 4th BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 1 Bit 5 Don t care OVR Machine number override 4 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 accept implement the command and the addressed machine replies For a single machine controlled via the serial port always set 4 MO 1 and make sure that the machine itself is configured as MACH NE NUMBER 1 VS 44HN Kramer Protocol 2000 Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 Instruction Definition for Specific Instruction 0 RESET VIDEO 0 0 1 1 SWITCH V DEO Set equal to video input which is Set equal to video output whichis 2 15 to be switched to be switched 0 disconnect 0 to all the outputs 3 STORE V DEO Set as SETUP 0 to store 2 3
27. oduct How to Obtain a Remedy under this Limited Warranty To obtain a remedy under this limited warranty you must contact either the authorized Kramer Electronics reseller from whom you purchased this product or the Kramer Electronics office neares you For a list of authorized Kramer Electronics resellers and or Kramer Electronics authorized service providers please yisi our web sile al www kramerelectronics com or contact Ihe Kramer Electronics office nearest you In order to pursue any remedy under this limited wartanty you must possess an original dated receipt proof of purchase from an authorized Kramer Electronics reseller II this product is returned under this limited warranty retum authorization number obtained from Kramer Electronics will be required You may also be directed to an authorized reseller or a person authorized by Kramer Electronics to repair the product Mitis decided that this product should be retumed directly to Kramer Electronics this product should be propery packed preferabty in the original carton for shipping Cartaes nat bearing return authonzaboa number will be refused Limitation on Liability THE MAXIMUM LIABILITY OF KRAMER ELECTRONICS UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE ACTUAL PURCHASE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW KRAMER ELECTRONICS IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR DIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF WARRAN
28. of the machine against the rack rails and insert the proper screws not provided through each of the four holes in the rack ears Note In some models the front panel may feature built in rack ears Detachable rack ears can be removed for desktop use Always mount the machine in the rack before you attach any cables or connect the machine to the power If you are using a Kramer rack adapter kit for a machine that is not 19 see the Rack Adapters user manual for installation instructions available from our Web site 5 Connecting the VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your VS 44HN After connecting your VS 44HN connect its power and then switch on the power to each device LCD TV with Built in Speakers DVD Player 4 LCD TV with Built in Speakers Figure 3 Connecting the VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher To connect the VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher as illustrated in the example in Figure 3 1 Connect up to four HDMI sources for example DVD players to the IN HDMI connectors You do not have to connect all the sources 10 VS 44HN Connecting the VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher 2 Connect the four OUT HDMI connectors to up to four HDMI acceptors for example LCD displays with built in speakers You do not have to connect all the outputs 3 If required connect a PC controller to the RS 232 port see
29. p at 70Hz VESA 1024 x 768p at 75Hz VESA 1280 x 1024p at 75Hz VESA 1152 870p at 75Hz Apple Mac II 1280 x 720p at 60Hz VESA STD 1280 x 800p at 60Hz VESA STD 1440 x 900p at 60Hz VESA STD 1280 x 960p at 60Hz VESA STD 1280 x 1024p at 60Hz VESA STD 1400 x 1050p at 60Hz VESA STD 1680 x 1050p at 60Hz VESA STD 1600 x 1200p at 60Hz VESA STD EIA CEA 861 Information Revision number IT underscan Not supported Basic audio Supported YCbCr 4 4 Supported YCbCr 4 2 Supported Native format 1 VS 44HN Default EDID Detailed timing 1 720 480 at 60Hz 4 3 Modeline 20x480 27 000 720 736 798 858 480 489 495 525 hsync vsync Detailed timing 2 1920x1080i at 60Hz 16 9 Modeline 920x1080 74 250 1920 2008 2052 2200 1080 1084 1094 1124 interlace hsync vsync 1920x1080i at 50Hz 16 9 920x1080 74 250 1920 2448 2492 2640 1080 1084 1094 1124 interlace hsync vsync 1280x720p at 60Hz 16 9 280x720 74 250 1280 1390 1430 1650 720 725 730 750 hsync vsync 1280x720p at 50Hz 16 9 1280x720 74 250 1280 1720 1760 1980 720 725 730 750 hsync vsync Detailed timing 3 Modeline Detailed timing 4 Modeline Detailed timing Modeline CE video identifiers VICs timing formats supported 720 x 576p at 50Hz EDTV 4 3 16 15 1280 x 720p at 50Hz HDTV 16 9 1 1 1920 x 1080i at 60Hz HDTV 16 9 1 1 1920 x 1080i at 50Hz
30. r Protocol 2000 and Protocol 3000 You can control the VS 44HN using the front panel buttons or remotely via RS 232 serial commands transmitted by a PC touch screen system or other serial controller The Kramer infrared remote control transmitter A PC connected to the Ethernet port on the device via a LAN An external remote IR receiver optional see Section 3 5 3 1 3 2 Defining the EDID The Extended Display Identification Data EDID is a data structure provided by a display to describe its capabilities to a graphics card that is connected to the display s source The EDID enables the VS 44HN to know what kind of monitor is connected to the output The EDID includes the manufacturer s name the product type the timing data supported by the display the display size luminance data and for digital displays only the pixel mapping data EDID is defined by a standard published by the Video Electronics Standards Association VESA About HDMI General Description High Definition Multimedia Interface HDMI is an uncompressed all digital audio video interface widely supported in the entertainment and home cinema industry HDMI ensures an all digital rendering of video without the losses associated with analog interfaces and their unnecessary digital to analog conversions It delivers the maximum high definition image and sound quality in use today Note that Kramer Electronics Limited is an HDMI Adopter and an HDCP Lic
31. tal Visual Interface e Supports two way communication between the video source such as a DVD player and the digital television enabling new functionality such as automatic configuration and one button play e Has the capacity to support existing high definition video formats 720p 1080i and 1080p standard definition formats such as NTSC or PAL as well as 480p and 576p About HDCP General Description The High Bandwidth Digital Content Protection HDCP standard developed by Intel protects digital video and audio signals transmitted over DVI or HDMI connections between two HDCP enabled devices to eliminate the reproduction of copyrighted material To protect copyright holders Such as movie studios from having their programs copied and shared the HDCP standard provides for the secure and encrypted transmission of digital signals NHtt SA Defining the VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher HOM Mane Switcher 8 9 10 11 LOCK 1 3 OUP L VS 44HN Figure 1 VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Front Panel Feature Function 1 IR Receiver and Indication LED Signal receiver for the infrared remote control transmitter LED lights yellow when receiving an IR signal 2 POWER Illuminated Power Switch Turn the device on and off 3 ALL Button Press followed by an input button to connect the selected input to all outputs For example press ALL and th
32. the EDID and STO buttons stop flashing 14HN Operating the VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher 6 1 2 Acquiring the EDID from Several Outputs To acquire the EDID from several outputs for example OUT 1 to IN 1 and OUT 6 to IN 3 10 11 Connect the display devices to the outputs from which you want to acquire the EDIDs Press the EDID and STO buttons simultaneously and hold them for 3 seconds Both buttons flash Press the input button to which the EDID is copied for example IN 1 The selected input number flashes on the display Select the output from which the EDID is acquired for example OUT 1 Press the IN 1 button The IN 1 button stops flashing Press the next input button to which the EDID is copied for example IN 3 The selected input number flashes on the display Select the output from which the EDID is acquired for example OUT 6 Press the IN 3 button The IN 3 button stops flashing Press the input buttons to which you want to copy the EDID for example IN 1 and IN 3 Make sure that the relevant input numbers flash on the display Press the EDID button The process is complete when the display returns to normal 6 1 3 6 2 Acquiring the Default EDID To store the default EDID on a selected input for example Input 2 Press the EDID and STO buttons simultaneously and hold them for 3 seconds Both buttons flash Press the input for example Input 2 to which the EDID
33. the OUTPUT is set as 0 and the is set as 1 2 5 or 7 the machine sends its name The reply is the decimal value of the 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 If the request for identification is sent with the INPUT set as 3 or 4 the appropriate machine sends 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 ie 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 16 outputs NOTE 15 When the
34. upuisvaid FACTORY __ Resetto factory defauitconfiguraion GETEDID Read EDID data User SW Internal eee EXT output List of commands End User iv PINFOIO Reahmoucom INFO PRST Read maximum preset count End User LOCK FP LOK Lock front panel Administrator Read device mode EndUse Pao Swichtopotco2000 EndUse PROT VER Read device protocol version End User PRST LST Read saved presets list End User PRSTROL Recaisavdprset PRSrSTO Store current connections to preset EndUser PRSrVID Read video connections from saved preset EndUser Reset device Administrator finptis vais T Read device serial number EndUser VERSONS Read device firmware version Vp __ Switch Video only vo __ Get Video switch state 14HN Protocol 3000 LIMITED WARRANTY The warranty obligations of Kramer Elactronics for this product ara limited to the sat forth below What is Covered This limited warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship in this product What is Not Covered This limited warranty does not cover any damage delerioralion or maltunction resulting from any alteration modification improper or unreasonable use or maintenance misuse abuse accident neglect exposure lo excess moisture fire improper packing and shipping Such cla
35. utton The default EDID 3 Press the LOCK button to recall the stored setting Contents 1 Introduction 2 Getting Started 2 1 Achieving the Best Performance 3 Overview 3 1 Defining the EDID 3 2 About HDMlI General Description 3 3 About HDCP General Description 3 4 Defining the VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher 3 5 Using the IR Transmitter 4 Installing in a Rack 5 Connecting the VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher 6 Operating the VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher 6 1 Acquiring the EDID 6 2 Storing and Recalling a Switching Setting from a Preset 6 3 Switching Between Protocol 2000 and Protocol 3000 6 4 Resetting the VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher s IP Parameters 7 Connecting to the VS 44HN 7 1 Connecting to the VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher via RS 232 7 2 Connecting to the VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher via Ethernet 7 3 Upgrading the Firmware 8 Technical Specifications 9 Default Communication Parameters 10 Default EDID 11 Kramer Protocol 2000 12 Protocol 3000 12 1 Kramer Protocol 3000 Syntax 12 2 Kramer Protocol 3000 Commands Figures Figure 1 VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Front Panel Figure 2 VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Rear Panel Figure 3 Connecting the VS 44HN 4x4 HDMI Matrix Switcher Figure 4 Local Area Connection Properties Window Figure 5 Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties Window ONN 10 18 Introduction Welcome to Kramer Electronics Since 19

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