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1. Figure 16 Connecting the RS 485 Connectors between 2 VS 1616V Units Figure 17 illustrates the RS 485 line that connects e Between each VS 1616V unit e To the PC via a Kramer Tools VP 43xl Interface Converter connect the PC s DB 9 COM port to the RS 232 in DB9F port on the VP 43xl Next connect the RS 485 port on the VP 43xl to the RS 485 ports on the VS 1616V units 24 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Installing the Video Matrix Switcher el CH RS 232 in RS 232 out RS 422 KRAMER TOOLS KRAMER Interface Converter VP 43y RS 485 SETUP ON 12V DC GAB Lei S MACHINE ADDRESS 1 DIP 8 OFF MACHINE ADDRESS 7 DIP 8 OFF 32x32 Composite Video Switcher 4 VS 1616V Units MACHINE ADDRESS 2 DIP 8 OFF MACHINE ADDRESS 8 DIP8ON Knseseeeeeeee Figure 17 An RS 485 Control Interface Setup KRAMER Installing the Video Matrix Switcher 6 7 6 8 Configuring the Sync On the VS 1616V you can select one of the following as the sync input e EXTERNAL sync in BNC connector e INPUT 1 BNC connector e MTX Sync from Matrix RS 485 Terminal Block connector when using multiple machi
2. To scroll the switcher setup instead of showing the IN OUT range do the following 1 Press the MENU button until you reach the what to INDICATE command The MATRIX Display shows the message what to INDICATE yes gt TAKE next gt MENU 1 Useful in an expanded matrix configuration it 49 KRAMER MENU Commands Sequence 2 Press the TAKE button The Displays show the messages Use OUTkey to configure Current 1 scroll SETUP 2 OUTs INs OUTs INs 3 Press the OUT button 1 The TAKE LED blinks and the Displays show the messages Scroll switcher setup Current Press TAKE to execute OUTs INs 4 Press the TAKE button The Displays show the messages display mode Current changed SETUP 8 9 Choosing the COMMUNICATION Setting Choose the response option reply or no reply To choose the No Reply response option for example do the following 1 Press the MENU button until you reach the COMMUNICATION setting The MATRIX Display shows the message COMMUNICATION setting yes gt TAKE next gt MENU 2 Press the TAKE button The MATRIX Display shows the message Use OUTkey to configure 1 REPLY 2 No Reply 3 Press the OUT button 2 The TAKE LED blinks and the Displays show the messages Set serial port No reply Current Press TAKE to execute Reply 4 Press the TAKE button again The Displays show the messages Switcher response Current changed No reply 50 KRA
3. 16261016 TERM TERM ba Ve Ka mm G teow Y mm G rm TERM c Y Figure 4 Configuring the VS 1616V for s Video Y C 6 1 3 Configuring a single VS 1616V Unit 5x5 YUV RGB Switcher Configure a single VS 1616V switcher as a 5x5 video matrix switcher for YUV or RGB by grouping the inputs and outputs into sets of 3 as Figure 5 1 Input 16 and output 16 are not used 8 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Installing the Video Matrix Switcher illustrates The YUV channel is also appropriate for RG B In this case connect G for Y R for V and B for U SSS SSS ee oe OUTPUT 2 4 5 er e oe EE EC Vs sed 050 0 om er a Qo ew V mm Met mm Figure 5 Configuring the VS 1616V for YUV RGB 6 1 4 Configuring a single VS 1616V Unit 4x4 RGBS Switcher Configure a single VS 1616V switcher as a 4x4 video matrix switcher for RGBS by grouping the inputs and outputs into sets of 4 as Figure 6 illustrates OUTPUT 2 INPUT 4 490 Q ENLARGED a O Q DN Figure 6 Configuring the VS 1616V for RGBS 6 2 Assembling a Multi channel Video Switcher Configure VS 1616V units as a 16x16 multi channel video switcher for e s Video Y C see section 6 2 1 e YUV RGB see section 6 2 2 e RGBS see section 6 2 3 Use several VS 1616V units to expand the system as Table 5 defines For example for composite configuration a single VS 1616V unit provide
4. Store Recall a setup SHIFT STO RCL key for the setup 1 After enabling the IR REMOTE control command remotely control the VS 1616V via the IR 1 remote control transmitter pointed at the remote receiver on the VS 1616V s front panel item 1 in Figure 2 2 You can download it from the Internet at this URL http www kramerelectronics com manuals html 3 For example press UNIT 1 if the VS 1616V is set as MACHINE 1 4 For example press 6 followed by 2 to switch input 2 to output 6 51 KRAMER MENU Commands Sequence 8 11 Choosing the AUTO STORE Current SETUP Choose whether or not to save the current setup automatically that is whether to save the machine s status on power down so that it returns to the same status after cycling power To save the current setup automatically when set OFF do the following 1 Press the MENU button until you reach the AUTO Store Current SETUP command The MATRIX Display shows the message AUTO store current SETUP yes gt TAKE next gt MENU 2 Press the TAKE button The Displays show the messages OUTkey 1 no AutoSave current 2 AutoSave CURRENT setup NO save 3 Press the OUT button 2 The TAKE LED blinks and the Displays show the messages Auto store CURRENT setup Current Press TAKE to execute NO save 4 Press the TAKE button again The Displays show the messages AUTOSAVE mode Current changed AutoSave 8 12 Identifying the MACHINE D
5. e Connect the RS 232 OUT port on the first VS 1616V unit to the RS 232 IN port on the second VS 1616V unit or another 16x16 unit e Connect All 16x16 units that you want to upgrade in this way linking them in a daisy chain connection e Set DIP 7 according to whether or not a Null modem is being used 9 2 Upgrading Firmware 1 Install and run the K Sender program on your PC 2 Open the K Sender program The File COM Port Sender window opens 3 Choose the appropriate COM port Be sure that 9600 Baudrate is chosen Click the File button 1 Electrically programmable and erasable 2 The number 15 in the file name indicates the version number 1 5 Be sure you receive the latest version and that it is a hex file 3 Refer to section 6 5 for full details 54 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Flash Memory Upgrade 4 Locate the file 1616 15 hex and click the Open button The filename appears in the lower part of the window in bold script 5 Press and hold the TAKE button while simultaneously turning on the POWER switch on the VS 1616V After a few seconds following the initial machine identification message the MATRIX Display shows the following message Please release key TAKE 6 Release the TAKE button The TAKE LED blinks and the MATRIX Display shows the following message Update program Please confirm lt TAKE gt 7 Press the TAKE button The MATRIX Display shows th
6. gt TAKE next gt MENU IR REMOTE setting yes gt TAKE next gt MENU AUTO store current SETUP yes gt TAKE next gt MENU identify MACHINE yes gt TAKE next gt MENU initial RESET yes gt TAKE next gt MENU TTT Figure 20 Sequence of MENU Commands You can stop changing a setup at any time by pressing any IN button KRAMER MENU Commands Sequence 8 1 Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel To prevent changing the settings accidentally or tampering with the unit via the front panel buttons lock your VS 1616V Unlocking releases the protection mechanism To lock the VS 1616V 1 Press the MENU button once The MATRIX Display shows the message LOCK front panel yes gt TAKE next gt MENU 2 Press the TAKE button The front panel locks and the Displays momentarily show the messages Front panel LOCKED Keyboard LOCKED to unlock press MENU Pressing a front panel button has no effect but remote RS 232 and RS 485 commands function and show on the MATRIX Display To unlock the VS 1616V Either 1 Press the MENU button The MATRIX Display shows the message to UNLOCK front panel press TAKE The TAKE LED blinks 2 Press the TAKE button The front panel unlocks and the MATRIX Display momentarily shows the message Front panel UNLOCKED 1 Nevertheless even though the front panel is locked you can still operate via RS 232 or RS 485 serial
7. 3 2 Assembling a 32x32 Switcher As can be seen in Figure 8 a 32x32 switcher consists of 4 VS 1616V units MACHINE ADDRESS 1 MACHINE ADDRESS 2 MACHINE ADDRESS 7 and MACHINE ADDRESS 8 To assemble as Figure 10 illustrates 1 Set the same MACHINE on all the 4 VS 1616V units 2 Set the MACHINE ADDRESS to 1 2 7 and 8 on each of the 4 units respectively refer to Figure 8 1 Set to 1 in most cases In the example in Figure 10 the MACHINE is set to 2 it 13 KRAMER Installing the Video Matrix Switcher 3 Set DIP 6 OFF on each of the 4 VS 1616V units 4 Using T connectors connect INPUTS 1 to 16 on the VS 1616V unit designated as MACHINE ADDRESS 2 with INPUTS 1 to 16 on the VS 1616V unit designated as MACHINE ADDRESS 1 Terminate the INPUTS on MACHINE ADDRESS 2 to 75 Q push in the TERM button next to the INPUT BNCs and put the inputs in MACHINE ADDRESS into Hi Z state release the TERM buttons next to the INPUT BNCs INPUTS 1 to 16 become the SYSTEM INPUTS 1 to 16 5 Using T connectors connect INPUTS 17 to 32 on the VS 1616V unit designated as MACHINE ADDRESS 8 with INPUTS 17 to 32 on the VS 1616V unit designated as MACHINE ADDRESS 7 Terminate the INPUTS on MACHINE ADDRESS 8 to 75 Q push in the TERM button next to the INPUT BNCs and put the inputs in MACHINE ADDRESS 7 into Hi Z state release the TERM buttons next to the INPUT BNCs INPUTS 17 to 32 become the SYSTEM
8. INPUTS 17 to 32 6 Using T connectors connect OUTPUTS 1 to 16 on the VS 1616V unit designated as MACHINE ADDRESS 7 with OUTPUTS 1 to 16 on the VS 1616V unit designated as MACHINE ADDRESS 1 OUTPUTS 1 to 16 become the SYSTEM OUTPUTS 1 to 16 7 Using T connectors connect OUTPUTS 17 to 32 on the VS 1616V unit designated as MACHINE ADDRESS 8 with OUTPUTS 17 to 32 on the VS 1616V unit designated as MACHINE ADDRESS 2 OUTPUTS 17 to 32 become the SYSTEM OUTPUTS 17 to 32 The 4 VS 1616V units form a 32x32 switcher 1 Item 10 on the rear panel in Figure 2 14 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Installing the Video Matrix Switcher MACHINE 2 MACHINE 2 MACHINE ADDRESS 7 MACHINE ADDRESS 8 AXXXILXLIXXIIIIIIIE boe 9561010 9166 OLO al el Gl iei iel KONO LOL lei 17 e 32 INPUTS 17 32 MACHINE 2 MACHINE 2 MACHINE ADDRESS 1 at MACHINE ADDRESS 2 l i TA i HH a A OGOCOOOOOOOOOOD AARAA AAA AA OOOO LOLOL LOLOL K OOL LLO L Sleielelel 1 e 2 3 16 z e D INPUTS 1 16 io 18 171819 32 S OUTPUTS 1 16 OUTPUTS 17 32 Figure 10 Connecting the 32x32 Switcher 6 4 Assembling a System of Interconnected Switchers A major advantage of the VS 1616V is that it belongs to the series of 16x16 matrix switchers and as such can i
9. Operate a Single Machine By default the VS 1616V is setup for use as a single machine This means that it is e A 16x16 composite video switcher e Switched during the vertical interval of the external reference In particular be sure that the dipswitches are set as Figure 1 illustrates see section 6 5 for further details MACHINE 1 ON Figure 1 Dipswitch Setup on a Single Machine To operate a single machine see Table 1 KRAMER Your Video Matrix Switcher Table 1 Quick Reference Operating Guide for a Single Machine To perform this command Press Connect an input with an output OUT IN Reset a specific output OUT OFF Reset all outputs ALL OFF Connect all outputs to a specific input ALL IN Store a setup STO OUT TAKE Recall a setup RCL OUT TAKE Lock front panel MENU TAKE Unlock front panel TAKE TAKE Change default setup Press the Menu button several times until you reach the appropriate Menu setup command and follow the instructions 5 Your Video Matrix Switcher Figure 2 illustrates the front and rear panels of the VS 1616V Tables 1 and 2 define the front and rear panels of the VS 1616V respectively 4 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD aanva 4BYIIMS DAP OPPIA 9IX9T A9TIT SA Z PANIA ZH 09 09 OWA0EZ top moo G GI A GO
10. Press the TAKE button The Displays show the messages Use OUTkey to configure Current 1 noVIS 2 EXT 3 INT 1 4 MTX External 3 Press an OUT button from 2 3 or 4 For example OUT button 3 to set the internal sync configuration The TAKE LED blinks and the MATRIX Display shows the message Press TAKE to configure from INTERNAL Input 1 1 Indicating that the machine is currently set to the external switching method setting N 47 KRAMER MENU Commands Sequence 4 Press the TAKE button The Displays show the messages SWITCHING METHOD current changed From In 1 8 6 Choosing the extended Keyboard Setting Section 6 8 describes how to connect a remote unit Activate or deactivate it by setting the extended Keyboard setting ON or OFF To set the extended KEYBOARD mode do the following 1 Press the MENU button until reaching the extended Keyboard setting The MATRIX Display shows the message extended KEYBOARD setting yes gt TAKE next gt MENU 2 Press the TAKE button The Displays show the messages Outkey 1 External keys OFF current 2 External keys ON X key ONT 3 Press the OUT button to deactivate the External keys The TAKE LED blinks and the Displays show the messages Turn OFF external keys current Press TAKE to execute X key ON 4 Press the TAKE button The Displays show the messages External Keyboard mode current changed X key OFF 8 7 Setting the STORE RECALL KEYBOARD Mod
11. adapter ON RS 232 connection without a null modem adapter 8 RS 485 termination for first and last machine ON RS 485 line terminates with 110Q for others OFF RS 485 line is open 6 5 1 Setting the MACHINE To control a unit via RS 232 or RS 485 each unit has to be identified via its unique MACHINE In an extended matrix configuration in addition to the MACHINE each unit is identified via its MACHINE ADDRESS Set the MACHINE on a VS 1616V unit according to Table 7 A valid MACHINE is from to 15 1 See section 6 6 1 2 When using a single unit set the unit to MACHINE 1 17 KRAMER Installing the Video Matrix Switcher Table 7 Machine Dipswitch Settings MACHINE DIPSWITCH 1 2 3 4 1 ON OFF OFF OFF 2 OFF VON OFF OFF 3 ON ON OFF OFF 4 OFF OFF VON OFF 5 ON OFF ON OFF 6 OFF VON ON OFF 7 ON ON ON OFF 8 OFF OFF OFF ON 9 ON OFF OFF ON 10 OFF VON OFF ON 11 ON ON OFF ON 12 OFF OFF VON ON 13 ON OFF ON ON 14 OFF VON ON ON 15 ON ON ON ON 6 5 2 Setting the MACHINE ADDRESS The MACHINE ADDRESS is determined via the MACHINE ADDRESS Menu command as section 8 4 describes The MACHINE ADDRESS defines which inputs and outputs are configured to that particular unit when expanding as the chart in Figure 8 illustrates A valid MACHINE ADDRE
12. all VS 1616V units simultaneously To choose the MTX SYNC from Matrix setting as the example in Figure 21 illustrates e Connect the RS 485 terminal block connectors between each switcher in the multi switcher system e Connect and set the video reference signal on one of the video units to EXT external sync or INT 1 internal sync e Set the video reference on the other video units to the MTX SYNC from 1 Via the MACHINE ADDRESS setting as section 8 4 describes 2 Item 1 in Figure 2 3 Item 3 in Figure 2 4 Item 5 in Figure 2 5 This sets the matrix sync configuration from another Master machine 6 Via a straight connection of all 4 PINS 46 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD MENU Commands Sequence Matrix setting Video Reference EXT external sync O Choose OUTkey 2 to configure EXT SWITCHING METHOD setting IN SYNC LOOP TERM 6 O Choose OUTkey 4 to configure MTX SWITCHING METHOD setting IN SYNC LOOP TERM E E C sen OUTkey 4 to configure TX SWITCHING METHOD setting IN SYNC LOOP TERM Figure 21 Choosing the MTX SYNC from Matrix Setting 8 5 2 Configuring a SWITCHING METHOD To choose a SWITCHING METHOD setting do the following 1 Press the MENU button until you reach the SWITCHING METHOD setting The MATRIX Display shows the message SWITCHING METHOD setting yes gt TAKE next gt MENU 2
13. and the MATRIX Display shows the Input instead of the blinking digits The STATUS Display momentarily shows the message 1 For example pressing OUT button 9 shows the blinking digits 01 if input 1 was previously routed to OUT 9 it 29 KRAMER Operating Your Video Matrix Switcher out x from in y Where x is the output number and y is the input number Pressing an OUT IN combination when your VS 1616V operates in the CONFIRM mode and the TAKE LED is lit requires user confirmation To switch one input to one output CONFIRM mode 1 Repeat step 1 above 2 Press the appropriate IN button The MATRIX Display shows the 2 blinking digits representing the input number and the TAKE LED blinks The STATUS Display shows the message out x from in y Where x is the output number and y is the input number 3 Press the TAKE button to confirm the action The output switches to the input and the TAKE LED lights 7 2 2 2 Switching several Inputs to several Outputs In the AT ONCE mode you need to execute each OUT IN combination separately see section 7 2 2 1 When switching many inputs to many outputs it is recommended to toggle to the CONFIRM mode In the CONFIRM mode you can key in several actions and then confirm them by pressing the TAKE button once simultaneously switching several inputs to several outputs To switch several inputs to several outputs in the CONFIRM mode the TAKE LED is lit do t
14. blue line disappear The Displays on the VS 1616V show the messages Program replaced x 16608D successfully 16608D After about 3 seconds the Displays show the messages Turn unit OFF reconnect x 16608D cables and turn ON 16608D Verify that the checksum for example 2 16608D is the same on both lines If not repeat the firmware upgrade process from the beginning You have successfully replaced the previous program and upgraded to the latest Kramer firmware version Turn the POWER switch on the VS 1616V off Reconnect the RS 232 IN and RS 232 OUT rear panel port connections as applicable Turn the POWER switch on the VS 1616V on again Observe the new version number that shows in the STATUS Display Go to the Menu and restore your specific settings Prepare and store all necessary setups 1 Shows the dynamic progress upgrade of the checksum 56 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Technical Specifications 10 Technical Specifications Table 10 includes the technical specifications Table 10 Technical Specifications of the VS 1616V Video Matrix Switcher Inputs 16 composite video or 8 s Video or 4 RGBS or 5 YUV 1 Vpp 75 Q on BNC connectors Outputs 16 composite video or 8 s Video or 4 RGBS or 5 YUV 1 Vpp 75 Q on BNC connectors Video Bandwidth 230 MHz 3dB Video Crosstalk lt 52 dB 5MHz Non Linearity lt 0 01 Video S N 70 2 dB Diff Gai
15. remote controller or PC 2 After a few seconds the status of the unit replaces this message 3 This message appears continuously in the STATUS Display until the front panel is unlocked 4 IR and Keyboard Extension EXT KEYS commands are also blocked 5 Switching the power off and on again also unlocks the front panel 38 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD MENU Commands Sequence 1 Press the TAKE button twice The front panel unlocks and the same messages show as in steps 1 and 2 above 8 2 Choosing the Follow System or Breakaway From System Mode The terms audio follow video and audio breakaway are well known Sometimes signals other than audio signals need to switch simultaneously and at other times need to switch independently For example e Non linear editing systems that sometimes combine video with analog audio and at other times combine video with digital audio e Duplication systems that make Master tapes from programs with different formats composite analog component analog and component digital When the VS 1616V functions in the e Follow SYSTEM mode the VS 1616V switches with other 16x16 matrix switchers implementing the same action simultaneously e Breakaway from SYSTEM mode the VS 1616V functions independently implementing an action independently of the others The VS 1616V unit will function in the Follow SYSTEM mode if at least one other VS 1616V unitf is set to the Follow SYSTEM mode and these units i
16. section 6 6 1 5 or without a Null modem adapter see section 6 6 1 6 6 6 1 1 Connecting 2 VS 1616V Units using a Null modem Adapter To connect 2 VS 1616V units using a Null modem adapter provided with the machine default 1 Connect a flat cable between the RS 232 OUT DB9 port on the first VS 1616V unit and the Null modem adapter that attaches to the RS 232 IN DB9 port on the second VS 1616V unit 2 On the second VS 1616V unit set DIP 7 OFF enabling Null modem adapter use 6 6 1 2 Connecting 2 VS 1616V Units without using a Null modem Adapter To connect 2 VS 1616V units without using a Null modem adapter 1 Connect a flat cable between the RS 232 OUT DB9 port on the first VS 1616V unit and the RS 232 IN DB9 port on the second VS 1616V unit 2 On the second VS 1616V unit set DIP 7 ON disabling Null modem adapter use 6 6 1 3 PC DB9 COM Port Connection to a VS 1616V Unit with a Null modem Adapter To connect the PC s DB9 COM port to a VS 1616V unit using a Null modem adapter 1 Connect a flat cable between the PC s DB9 COM port and the Null modem adapter that attaches to the RS 232 IN DB9 port on the VS 1616V unit 2 Set DIP 7 OFF enabling Null modem adapter use on the VS 1616V unit 1 Straight one to one uncrossed connections with at least the 3 wires pins 2 3 and 5 2 See section 6 5 it 21 KRAMER Installing the Video Matrix Switcher 6 6 1 4 PC DB9 COM Port Connect
17. the MATRIX Display The STATUS Display shows the message out x Where x is the output number Press the OFF button The input is cleared and the MATRIX Display does not show any Input in its place The STATUS Display momentarily shows the message out x reset Where x is the output number To clear an output in the CONFIRM mode the TAKE LED is lit Repeat step 1 above 2 Press the OFF button The MATRIX Display shows the 2 blinking digits 00 instead of the 1 Clearing means disconnecting the output from any of the inputs and leaving it disconnected 2 For example pressing OUT button 9 shows the blinking digits 01 if input 1 was previously routed to OUT 9 3 You can press the OFF button first and then an OUT button the order is irrelevant 32 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Operating Your Video Matrix Switcher previous 2 blinking digits and the TAKE LED blinks The STATUS Display shows the message out x reset Where x is the output number 3 Press the TAKE button to confirm the action The input is cleared and the TAKE LED lights The MATRIX Display does not show any Input in its place 7 2 3 2 Clearing several Outputs To clear several outputs in the AT ONCE mode 1 Press the appropriate OUT button The MATRIX Display shows the 2 blinking digits representing the present input number for that specific output If the present output is clear the 2 blinking digits 00 appe
18. 1 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 3 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 8A 8B DC 8D 8E 8F 90 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 IN 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 4 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 8A 8B DC 8D 8E 8F 90 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 IN 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 5 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 8A 8B DC 8D 8E 8F 90 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 IN 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 6 86 86 86 86 86 86 86 86 86 86 86 86 86 86 86 86 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 8A 8B DC 8D 8E 8F 90 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 IN 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 7 87 87 87 87 87 87 87 87 87 87 87 87 87 87 87 87 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 8A 8B DC 8D 8E 8F 90 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 IN 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 8 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 8A 8B DC 8D 8E 8F 90 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 IN 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 9 89 89 89 89 89 89 89 89 89 89 89 89 89 89 89 89 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 8A 8B DC 8D 8E 8F 90 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 IN 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 10 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A
19. 14 To enter the 3 press 10 followed by 3 The TAKE LED blinks and the Displays show the messages STORE this SETUP Store YES gt TAKE xy 3 Press the TAKE button The memory stores the setup and the MATRIX Display shows the message Setup xy stored Note saving a setup to an already allocated setup prompts the message in the MATRIX Display Setup already exists Press TAKE to overwrite Pressing the TAKE button replaces the stored setup with the current setup Alternatively press a different OUT button to change the setup 7 2 4 2 Recalling Setups To recall a setting do the following 1 Press the RCL button The Displays show the messages 1 However pressing 3 followed by the TAKE button will also enter the 3 it 35 KRAMER MENU Commands Sequence Enter SETUP number RECALL use two digit 01 99 xy Where xy are the OUT buttons 2 Press the appropriate two OUT buttons using the OUTkeys to 9 and 10 for 0 The OUTkeys function on a decimal basis and not on a positional basis For example to enter the 14 press 1 followed by 4 not 14 To enter the 3 press 10 followed by 3 The memory recalls the setup The MATRIX Display shows the blinking setup and the TAKE LED blinks The STATUS Display shows the message SETUP xy Load Where xy are the OUT buttons 3 Preview the setup to decide whether to implement it If not you can scan the other s
20. 16V switchers as Figure 7 illustrates 1 The front panel is not locked and the MATRIX and STATUS LCD Displays illuminate 2 For a description of how to connect the RS 485 connectors between the VS 1616V switchers refer to section 6 6 2 10 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Installing the Video Matrix Switcher GENLOCK SOURCE OPTIONAL Y16 OUTPUT A raoun nussiez8 Bei SS ia EEEE Ji EXT KEYS RS 485 serup WEN E 66000 10 Ko die 1010 T O e Teu mm O mm O mm em Y16 INPUT Y1 OUTPUT U16 OUTPUT OO gt GE Ut OUTPUT U1 INPUT U16 INPUT V16 OUTPUT IN stNe L00 gt TERM RSZ321N RS 232 OUT 2 o E E V1 OUTPUT V1 INPUT V16 INPUT YUV YUV 16 1 OUTPUTS YUV YUV 1 16 INPUTS Figure 7 Configuring a 16x16 YUV RGB Switcher with 3 VS 1616V Switchers 6 2 3 Configuring a 16x16 RGBS Switcher 4 Units Configure 4 VS 1616V switchers as a 16x16 video matrix switcher for RGBS in a similar way to how Figure 7 in section 6 2 2 illustrates combining 3 VS 1616V switchers for YUV RGB 11 KRAMER Installing the Video Matrix Switcher 6 3 Assembling an Expanded Matrix Switcher You can expand the number of inputs and outputs using several VS 1616V units Set the MA
21. 5 Choosing the SWITCHING METHOD Setting 46 8 5 1 Understanding the SWITCHING METHOD Settings 46 8 5 2 Configuring a SWITCHING METHOD 47 8 6 Choosing the extended Keyboard Setting 48 8 7 Setting the STORE RECALL KEYBOARD Mode 48 8 8 Choosing what to INDICATE 49 8 9 Choosing the COMMUNICATION Setting 50 8 10 Setting the IR REMOTE Control 51 8 11 Choosing the AUTO STORE Current SETUP 52 8 12 Identifying the MACHINE 52 8 13 Choosing the initial RESET 53 9 Flash Memory Upgrade 54 9 1 Connecting the PC to the RS 232 Port 54 9 2 Upgrading Firmware 54 10 Technical Specifications 57 11 Communication Protocol 57 ii KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Contents Figures Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4 Figure 5 Dipswitch Setup on a Single Machine VS 1616V 16x16 Video Matrix Switcher Configuring the VS 1616V for Composite Video CV Configuring the VS 1616V for s Video Y C Configuring the VS 1616V for YUV RGB Figure 6 Configuring the VS 1616V for RGBS Figure 7 Configuring a 16x16 YUV RGB Switcher with 3 VS 1616V Switchers Figure 8 MACHINE ADDRESS Designation Figure 9 Connecting the 32x16 Switcher Figure 10 Connecting the 32x32 Switcher Figure 11 Assembling a System of Interconnected Switchers Figure 12 Rear Panel Dipswitches Figure 13 Connecting a PC to 4 VS 1616V Units Figure 14 Connecting a PC with a 25 pin connector without a Null modem Adapter Figure 15 RS 485 Connector PINOUT Figure 16 Connecting t
22. 6 7 8 INPUT KRAMER ELECTRONICS Ltd Softuare INPUT Mi LeicM VIDEO MATRIX Wee La OUTPUT 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 MATRIX STATUS OUTPUT 1 2 3 4 5 INPUT LIT inevout amp Format INPUT MATERIA in out amp det OUTPUT 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 MATRIX STATUS OUTPUT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 INPUT Bil G2 03 465 06 GT aS IHs INPUT B3 16 144 42143 14 15 16 isie OUTPUT 3 Figure 19 Default Startup Status Display Sequence 7 2 Using the Front Panel Buttons You can switch see section 7 2 2 and clear see section 7 2 3 e One input to one output e Several inputs to several outputs e One input to all outputs 7 2 1 Confirming Settings Choose to work in the AT ONCE mode or the CONFIRM mode In the AT ONCE default mode e Actions require no user confirmation e Execution is immediate e No protection is offered against changing an action in error In the CONFIRM mode e You have an optional method to help avoid making a mistake e Every action requires user confirmation e Execution is delayed until the user confirms the action e Protection is offered to prevent erroneous switching e You can key in several actions and then confirm them by pressing the TAKE button once to simultaneously switch several monitors 1 For all actions except storing recalling setups 2 The CONFIRM mode is the default for storing recalling setups see section 8 7 3 Failure to press the TAKE button within 30 seconds to one minute the Timeout will
23. 8A 8A 8A 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 8A 8B DC 8D 8E 8F 90 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 IN 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 11 8B 8B 8B 8B 8B 8B 8B 8B 8B 8B 8B 8B 8B 8B 8B 8B 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 8A 8B DC 8D 8E 8F 90 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 IN 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 12 8C DC DC DC DC DC DC DC DC DC DC DC DC DC DC 8C 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 8A 8B DC 8D 8E 8F 90 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 IN 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 13 8D 8D 8D 8D 8D 8D 8D 8D 8D 8D 8D 8D 8D 8D 8D 8D 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 8A 8B DC 8D 8E 8F 90 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 IN 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 14 8E 8E 8E 8E 8E 8E 8E 8E 8E 8E 8E 8E 8E 8E 8E 8E 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 8A 8B DC 8D 8E 8F 90 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 IN 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 15 DE 8F 8F 8F 8F 8F 8F 8F 8F 8F 8F 8F 8F 8F 8F 8F 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 8A 8B DC 8D 8E 8F 90 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 IN 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 16 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 8A 8B DC 8D 8E 8F 90 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 58 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD LIMITED WARRANTY Kramer Electronics hereafter Kramer warrants this product free from defects in material and workman
24. AKE button implements all the changes to the same state as the rest of the system placing the switcher in the Follow SYSTEM mode To set the VS 1616V unit to function in the Breakaway from SYSTEM mode 1 Press the MENU button twice The MATRIX Display shows the message FOLLOW the system yes gt TAKE next gt MENU 2 Press the TAKE button The Displays show the messages BREAKAWAY from system current Press TAKE to execute follow SYS 3 Press the TAKE button again The MATRIX Display shows the message the UNIT is set in mode BREAKAWAY from system 8 3 Choosing the Video Format Setting Choose a VIDEO FORMAT setting from a choice of 4 settings CV YC YUV and RGBS WARNING changing the VIDEO FORMAT resets all the OUTs INs connections To choose the VIDEO FORMAT setting 1 Press the MENU button until you reach the VIDEO FORMAT setting command The MATRIX Display shows the message 1 Pressing a different button cancels the operation and the switcher will remain in its previous state 40 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD MENU Commands Sequence VIDEO FORMAT setting yes gt TAKE next gt MENU 2 Press the TAKE button The Displays show the messages Use OUTkey to configure current 1 CV 1 CV 2 YC 3 YUV 4 RGBS 3 Press the appropriate OUT button 2 3 or 4 The MATRIX Display shows the message Press TAKE to configure for x Where x is the new VIDEO FORMAT setting either Y C YUV
25. CHINE ADDRESS see section 6 5 2 on each VS 1616V unit to define which inputs and outputs are configured to that particular unit when expanding as the chart in Figure 8 illustrates For example to connect a 48x64 switcher 48 inputs and 64 outputs you would configure using MACHINE ADDRESS 1 2 3 4 7 8 9 10 13 14 15 and 16 You can only choose a rectangular configuration from the chart in Figure 8 INPUTS MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE 81 96 ADDRESS 31 ADDRESS 32 ADDRESS 33 ADDRESS 34 ADDRESS 35 ADDRESS 36 INPUTS MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE 65 80 ADDRESS 25 ADDRESS 26 ADDRESS 27 ADDRESS 28 ADDRESS 29 ADDRESS 30 INPUTS MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE 49 64 ADDRESS 19 ADDRESS 20 ADDRESS 21 ADDRESS 22 ADDRESS 23 ADDRESS 24 INPUTS _ MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE 33 48 ADDRESS 13 ADDRESS 14 ADDRESS 15 ADDRESS 16 ADDRESS 17 ADDRESS 18 INPUTS _ MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE 17 32 ADDRESS 7 ADDRESS 8 ADDRESS 9 ADDRESS 10 ADDRESS 11 ADDRESS 12 INPUTS MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE MACHINE 1 16 ADDRESS 1 ADDRESS 2 ADDRESS 3 ADDRESS 4 ADDRESS 5 ADDRESS 6 OUTPUTS 1 16 OUTPUTS 17 32 OUTPUTS 33 48 OU
26. CTRONICS LTD Installing the Video Matrix Switcher Figure 14 Connecting a PC with a 25 pin connector without a Null modem Adapter 2 Set DIP 7 ON disabling Null modem adapter use on the VS 1616V unit 6 6 2 Connecting the RS 485 Control Interface Figure 15 defines the RS 485 connector PINOUT for external RS 485 control The RS 485 connector is also used if required for vertical sync H Li Li DR VERTICAL SYNC GROUND FOR RS 485 FOR RS 485 Figure 15 RS 485 Connector PINOUT To connect an RS 485 connector on one VS 1616V unit to an RS 485 connector on one or more other switchers from the series of 16x16 matrix switchers as Figure 16 illustrates 1 Connect the PIN on the first VS 1616V unit to the PIN on the second VS 1616V unit or other unit 2 Connect the PIN on the first VS 1616V unit to the PIN on the second VS 1616V unit or other unit 3 If shielded cable is used for an RS 485 connection connect the shield to the Ground PIN For details about how to configure the vertical sync if required refer to section 6 7 and Figure 21 in section 8 5 1 1 See section 6 5 it 23 KRAMER Installing the Video Matrix Switcher To another unit or controller To another unit Unit 1 Vertical Sync and Ground Connection RS 485 Connections Unit 2
27. Kramer Electronics Ltd D KRAMER USER MANUAL Model VS 1616V 16x16 Video Matrix Switcher Contents Contents 1 Introduction 1 2 Getting Started 1 3 Overview 2 4 Summary of how to Operate a Single Machine 3 5 Your Video Matrix Switcher 4 6 Installing the Video Matrix Switcher 7 6 1 Configuring a Stand Alone Switcher 7 6 1 1 Configuring a single VS 1616V Unit 16x16 CV for Composite Video 8 6 1 2 Configuring a single VS 1616V Unit 8x8 Y C Switcher for s Video 8 6 1 3 Configuring a single VS 1616V Unit 5x5 YUV RGB Switcher 8 6 1 4 Configuring a single VS 1616V Unit 4x4 RGBS Switcher 9 6 2 Assembling a Multi channel Video Switcher 9 6 2 1 Configuring a 16x16 Y C Switcher 2 Units 10 6 2 2 Configuring a 16x16 YUV RGB Switcher 3 Units 10 6 2 3 Configuring a 16x16 RGBS Switcher 4 Units 11 6 3 Assembling an Expanded Matrix Switcher 12 6 3 1 Assembling a 32x16 Switcher 12 6 3 2 Assembling a 32x32 Switcher 13 6 4 Assembling a System of Interconnected Switchers 15 6 5 Dipswitch Settings 17 6 5 1 Setting the MACHINE A 17 6 5 2 Setting the MACHINE ADDRESS 18 6 5 3 Understanding the SYSTEM Mode 18 6 5 4 Understanding the SLAVE Mode 19 6 6 Connecting a Control Interface 19 6 6 1 Connecting the RS 232 Control Interface 20 6 6 1 1 Connecting 2 VS 1616V Units using a Null modem Adapter 21 6 6 1 2 Connecting 2 VS 1616V Units without using a Null modem Adapter 21 6 6 1 3 PC DB9 COM Port Connection to a VS 1616V Unit with a Nu
28. MER ELECTRONICS LTD MENU Commands Sequence 8 10 Setting the IR REMOTE Control Set the IR REMOTE control to enable remote control of the VS 1616V 16x16 Video Matrix Switcher using the Kramer IR 1 Infra Red Remote Control Device Refer to the IR 1 Infra Red Remote Control Device user manual for full details Table 8 and Table 9 summarize the setup and operational commands Table 8 Summary of Basic IR 1 Setups To execute this command Press the following keys in this sequence Allocate the VS 1616V to Group 12 SHIFT GROUP 12 Set the MACHINE UNIT key according to the VS 1616V dipswitch settings To enable IR REMOTE control when set OFF do the following 1 Press the MENU button until reaching the IR REMOTE setting The MATRIX Display shows the message IR REMOTE setting yes gt TAKE next gt MENU 2 Press the TAKE button The Displays show the messages Outkey 1 InfraredREMOTE OFF current 2 InfraredREMOTE ON remote OFF 3 Press the OUT button 2 The TAKE LED blinks and the Displays show the messages Turn ON infrared REMOTE Current Press TAKE to execute remote OFF 4 Press the TAKE button again The Displays show the messages Infrared REMOTE mode Current changed remote ON Table 9 Summary of Basic IR 1 Operations To execute this command Press the following keys in this sequence Switch an Input to an Output key for the output key for the input
29. NG Press TAKE to execute WA 4 Press the TAKE button again The Displays show the messages Reset to factory default WARNING confirm by pressing OUT 7 5 Press the OUT 7 The machine resets to the factory default and the Displays show the first messages of the reloading progress as Figure 23 illustrates 1 Without having to switch the power off and on 2 Sometimes called a soft reset 3 Each VS 1616V unit ships in its factory default state that is a 16x16 composite video matrix with all setups empty and each input connected to its corresponding output for example 1 to 1 it 53 KRAMER Flash Memory Upgrade 9 Flash Memory Upgrade The main part of the VS 1616V firmware is located in FLASH memory which lets you upgrade to the latest Kramer firmware version in minutes Download the up to date file from the Internet or obtain it from your dealer The following example shows how to install a file named for example 1616 15 hex to the FLASH memory The current VS 1616V software version shows in the STATUS display as Figure 19 illustrates in section 7 1 9 1 Connecting the PC to the RS 232 Port Before installing the latest Kramer firmware version on a VS 1616V unit connect e The COM port on your PC to the RS 232 IN port on the VS 1616V unit When simultaneously upgrading the firmware on several VS 1616V units e Connect the COM port on your PC to the RS 232 IN port on the first VS 1616V unit
30. Oo A9L9IL SA UBYDIIMS klen O PIA SLX OL Cy U QUUUUUUUOUUUUUUI I LJ T d o Pe eA OOOOOOOGOOO000004 N 2 SVL EI SL PL EL zl LL OL 6 8 D 9 S v E z L 44O TY Y3M0Ogd OL SL PL EL CL DI DL H LNAdLNO Cla a LZ OO ANAW H DH 9 S v H D D LNdLno D OLS SNLVLS MII A A Cy Oo ECCO JOYOUMS XPW OPIA INOA Your Video Matrix Switcher Table 2 Front Panel VS 1616V 16x16 Video Matrix Switcher Features Feature Function 1 IR Receiver The red LED is illuminated when receiving signals from the Kramer Infra red remote control transmitter 2 Power Switch Illuminated switch supplying power to the unit 3 ALL Button Pressing ALL followed by an INPUT button connects that input to all outputs 4 OFF Button An OFF OUT combination disconnects that output from the inputs an OFF ALL combination disconnects all the outputs 5 IN Buttons Select the input to switch to the output 6 OUT Buttons Select the output to which the input is switched 7 STO Button Stores the current setting in the non volatile memory 8 RCL Button Recalls a setup from the non volatile memory 9 LCD MATRIX Displays the selected input s switched to
31. SS is from to 36 6 5 3 Understanding the SYSTEM Mode DIP 5 defines whether the VS 1616V unit communicates with other switchers via a common control line You can set DIP 5 OFF to disable the Follow SYSTEM mode in the following applications e Stand alone switcher applications e A multi channel video switcher application e An expanded matrix switcher application You must set DIP 5 ON to enable the Follow SYSTEM mode in an interconnected varied format switcher application 1 See section 6 1 2 See section 6 2 3 See section 6 3 4 See section 6 4 18 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Installing the Video Matrix Switcher Refer to section 8 2 for a description of the MENU s Follow SYSTEM and Breakaway from SYSTEM modes 6 5 4 Understanding the SLAVE Mode The SLAVE mode is only used for the multi channel video switcher configuration for example when using 3 VS 1616V units to form a YUV switcher as Figure 7 illustrates One unit is used as the Master and the other 2 units are Slaves The Slaves always follow the Master In the example illustrated in Figure 7 the first VS 1616V unit is the Master with DIP 6 set OFF disabling the Slave mode and the second and third VS 1616V units are Slaves with DIP 6 set ON enabling the Slave mode On both Slave VS 1616V units the MATRIX and STATUS Displays do not illuminate and the STATUS Display shows the following message Keyboard LOCKED However the STATUS Displa
32. TPUTS 49 64 OUTPUTS 65 80 OUTPUTS 81 96 Figure 8 MACHINE ADDRESS Designation 6 3 1 Assembling a 32x16 Switcher As can be seen in Figure 8 a 32x16 switcher consists of 2 VS 1616V units MACHINE ADDRESS 1 and MACHINE ADDRESS 7 To assemble as Figure 9 illustrates 1 Set the same MACHINE see section 6 5 1 on both VS 1616V units 1 For example a 32x32 switcher and a 32x16 switcher In fact you can connect up to 36 units to form a switcher with 96 inputs and 96 outputs 2 For example like thi but not like this 3 For a single group this is usually set to 1 as in the example in Figure 9 12 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Installing the Video Matrix Switcher 2 Set the MACHINE ADDRESS on one VS 1616V unit to 1 and on the other VS 1616V unit to 7 refer to Figure 8 3 Set DIP 6 OFF on both VS 1616V units 4 Using T connectors connect OUTPUTS 1 to 16 on both VS 1616V units OUTPUTS 1 to 16 become the SYSTEM OUTPUTS 1 to 16 while the inputs on the MACHINE ADDRESS 1 are system inputs 1 to 16 and the inputs on the MACHINE ADDRESS 7 are system inputs 17 to 32 The 2 VS 1616V units form a 32x16 switcher KS MACHINE 1 A MACHINE ADDRESS 7 666666666666 6666 H V d MACHINE 1 MACHINE ADDRESS 1 666 mw __ INPUTS 1 16 ee 3 2 1 Figure 9 Connecting the 32x16 Switcher 6
33. abort the action 28 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Operating Your Video Matrix Switcher 7 2 1 1 Toggling between the AT ONCE and CONFIRM Modes To toggle between the AT ONCE default mode and the CONFIRM mode press the TAKE button In CONFIRM mode Actions require user confirmation and the TAKE LED lights In AT ONCE mode Actions do not require user confirmation and the TAKE LED does not light When the TAKE LED blinks e You cannot toggle between the AT ONCE and CONFIRM modes e You can execute the previous action by pressing the TAKE button e You can cancel the previous action by pressing a non relevant button for example the MENU button 7 2 2 Switching You can switch e One input to one output see section 7 2 2 1 e Several inputs to several outputs see section 7 2 2 2 e One input to all outputs see section 7 2 2 3 7 2 2 1 Switching one Input to one Output Pressing an OUT IN combination when your VS 1616V operates in the AT ONCE mode implements the switch immediately To switch one input to one output AT ONCE mode 1 Press the appropriate OUT button The MATRIX Display shows the 2 blinking digits representing the present input number connected to that specific output If the present output is clear the 2 blinking digits 00 appear in the MATRIX Display The STATUS Display shows the message out x Where x is the output number 2 Press the appropriate IN button The output switches to the input
34. ar in the MATRIX Display The STATUS Display shows the message out x Where x is the output number 2 Press the OFF button The output is cleared and the MATRIX Display does not show any Input in its place The STATUS Display momentarily shows the message out x reset Where x is the output number To clear several outputs in the CONFIRM mode the TAKE LED is lit 1 Repeat step 1 above 2 Press the OFF button The MATRIX Display shows the 2 blinking digits 00 instead of the previous 2 blinking digits and the TAKE LED blinks The STATUS Display shows the message out x reset 1 Continuously within the limit of the timeout approximately 30 seconds to one minute 2 For example pressing OUT button 9 shows the blinking digits 01 if input 1 was previously routed to OUT 9 it 33 KRAMER Operating Your Video Matrix Switcher Where x is the output number 3 Press the second appropriate OUT button by repeating step above 4 Repeat step 2 above 5 Continue with this OUT OFF button sequence pressing the appropriate OUT buttons and the OFF as required The MATRIX Display shows the sets of 2 blinking digits representing the present input number for each specific output 6 After completing the sequence press the TAKE button to confirm the actions The inputs are cleared and the TAKE LED lights The MATRIX Display does not show any Input in its place 7 2 3 3 Clearing all Outputs To clear all out
35. d analog audio and RS 422 control switchers e When integrated in a system all units switch in true audio follow video mode e Recalls up to 15 or more configuration setups via the non volatile memory and provides for an unlimited quantity of setups when using the Kramer control software on your PC e Includes a user friendly LCD display making operation even easier e With its FLASH memory lets you upgrade to the latest Kramer firmware version via Internet download e Comes with a choice of protocol format hexadecimal or ASCII 1 As it switches during the vertical interval 2 Depending on the firmware version 2 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Summary of how to Operate a Single Machine Control the VS 1616V e Using the front panel buttons e Remotely by RS 485 or RS 232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system PC or other serial controller e Remotely from the Kramer IR 1 Infra Red Remote Control Transmitter e Via external dry contact push buttons To achieve the best performance e Connect only good quality connection cables thus avoiding interference deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching and elevated noise levels often associated with low quality cables e Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality and position your Kramer VS 1616V in a location free from moisture and away from excessive sunlight and dust 4 Summary of how to
36. e Choose one of these STORE RECALL KEYBOARD modes e At ONCE mode in which setups are stored recalled immediately without the need for user confirmation e CONFIRM mode in which storing recalling setups require user confirmation The CONFIRM mode is the default for storing recalling setups and is recommended to prevent erroneously storing recalling of setups 1 Indicating that the external keys are currently activated 2 The AT ONCE mode is the default for all actions except storing recalling setups 48 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD MENU Commands Sequence To set the STORE RECALL KEYBOARD mode to the AT ONCE mode instead of the CONFIRM default mode do the following 1 Press the MENU button until reaching the STORE RECALL setting The MATRIX Display shows the message STORE RECALL setting yes gt TAKE next gt MENU 2 Press the TAKE button and choose the appropriate Outkey 1 for the AT ONCE mode Outkey 2 is for the CONFIRM mode The Displays show the messages STO RCL mode current changed At once 8 8 Choosing what to INDICATE Choose what is displayed during regular operation between scrolling the switcher setup as Figure 22 illustrates and showing the IN OUT range STATUS STATUS OUT iF INH i i IH SYSTEM HO el a Figure 22 Choosing what to INDICATE Scrolling the Switcher Setup ti Lt R Lin Lal On Ti Showing the IN OUT Range
37. e MENU button until you reach the MACHINE ADDRESS command The MATRIX Display shows the message MACHINE ADDRESS setting yes gt TAKE next gt MENU 2 Press the TAKE button The Displays show the messages OUTkey 1 Stand Alone UNIT Current 2 Large Matrix Matrix 3 Press the OUT button 2 The Displays show the messages set NEW matrix current new gt TAKE leave old gt MENU 16x32 4 Press the TAKE button again The Displays show the messages READY to set MACHINE ADDRESS current use OUTkey 1 9 0 1 5 Press an OUT button 1 9 0 The STATUS Display shows the message 1 Indicating that the machine is not set to stand alone 44 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD MENU Commands Sequence current x Where x is the OUT button pressed 6 Press the TAKE button again The TAKE LED blinks and the Displays show the messages READY to change MACH ADDR from 01 Press TAKE to confirm to 0x 7 Press the TAKE button again The Displays show the messages MACHINE ADDRESS current changed x After a few seconds the Displays show the messages SET highest MACHINE ADDRESS current use OUTkey 1 9 0 x 8 Press an OUT button 1 9 0 The STATUS Display shows the message current x Where x is the OUT button pressed 9 Press the TAKE button again The MATRIX Display shows the message Change highest MACH ADDR Press TAKE to confirm 10 Press the TAKE button again The MATRIX Display shows the mes
38. e following message YOU will lose current SETUP Confirm lt TAKE gt 8 Press the TAKE button again The MATRIX Display shows the following message Are you ABSOLUTELY sure Press TAKE to execute At this stage and at any time previously you can cancel the operation by pressing any button other than the TAKE button 9 Press the TAKE button once again The program starts working and the TAKE LED turns off The MATRIX Display shows the following message ERASE flash MEMORY Please wait 10 After a few seconds the FLASH memory is erased and the MATRIX Display shows the following message Ready for receiving Start transmission from PC 1 Upgrading firmware resets your VS 1616V unit to the factory default This includes erasing all setups it 55 KRAMER Flash Memory Upgrade 11 12 13 14 15 Note If upgrading the firmware on more than one VS 1616V unit be sure to perform the above steps 5 to 9 on each VS 1616V unit before continuing From your PC s K Sender program click the Send button The color of the Send button changes to red and numbers appear dynamically inside the blue line The Displays on the VS 1616V show the messages Transfer may take minutes 080756 Please wait Observe the PC monitor and the VS 1616V MATRIX and STATUS Displays After about 30 seconds the program installation completes the color of the Send button ceases to be red and the numbers inside the
39. efines the number of inputs and outputs for each signal configuration Table 4 Stand Alone Switcher Configuration for CV Y C YUV RGB and RGBS Configuration Number of Inputs and Outputs on a Stand Alone Unit Composite 16x16 s Video Y C 8x8 YUV RGB 5x5 RGBS 4x4 1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VS 1616V 2 Including the VS 1616A a 16x16 analog balanced stereo audio matrix switcher the VS 1616VD a 16x16 digital video matrix switcher the VS 1616AD a 16x16 digital audio matrix switcher and the VS 1616RS an RS 422 control signal matrix switcher KRAMER Installing the Video Matrix Switcher 6 1 1 Configuring a single VS 1616V Unit 16x16 CV for Composite Video By default a single VS 1616V unit is configured for composite video with 16 inputs and 16 outputs as Figure 3 illustrates COMPOSITE VIDEO OUTPUT 1 COMPOSITE VIDEO OUTPUT 16 WB Ee 6 616 TERM TERM TERM TERM TERM TERM TERM TERM COMPOSITE VIDEO INPUT 1 COMPOSITE VIDEO INPUT 16 Figure 3 Configuring the VS 1616V for Composite Video CV 6 1 2 Configuring a single VS 1616V Unit 8x8 Y C Switcher for s Video Configure a single VS 1616V switcher as an 8x8 video matrix switcher with 8 inputs and 8 outputs for s Video Y C by grouping the inputs and outputs into pairs as Figure 4 illustrates INPUT6 11 12 I ENLARGED VIEW 6 6 TE
40. end 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 1 Download up to date Kramer user manuals from the Internet at this URL http www kramerelectronics com manuals html D i KRAMER Overview 3 Overview The Kramer VS 1616V is a high performance 16x16 vertical interval matrix switcher for composite video signals on BNC connectors In addition to its typical 16x16 operation the VS 1616V can be configured as follows e 8x8 for s Video Y C e 5x5 for YUV or RGB with the sync on the Green signal RG B e 4x4 for RGBS signals A main advantage of the VS 1616V is that it forms part of the series of 16x16 matrix switchers that includes but is not limited to VS 1616A a 16x16 analog balanced stereo audio matrix switcher VS 1616VD a 16x16 digital video matrix switcher VS 1616AD a 16x16 digital audio matrix switcher and VS 1616RS an RS 422 control signal matrix switcher In particular the VS 1616V e Produces glitch free transitions when sources share a common reference sync e Offers excellent video performance which ensures that it remains transparent in almost any video application In addition the VS 1616V e May be used as a single unit or expanded to up to 96 x 96 inputs outputs e Can be configured into a Kramer multi signal switcher system including digital and analog video digital an
41. etups by pressing different OUT buttons To stop previewing the setups press a non relevant button for example an IN button 4 Press the TAKE button The specific setup is implemented If trying to recall an empty setup the MATRIX Display would show a message saying that that particular setup is empty and would return you to step above 8 MENU Commands Sequence You can press the MENU button up to 13 times in straight sequence to scan the range of commands 1 However pressing 3 followed by the TAKE button will also enter the 3 2 That is a setup for which no setup is actually stored 36 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD MENU Commands Sequence LOCK front panel 7 yes gt TAKE next gt MENU Follow the SYSTEM yes gt TAKE next gt MENU VIDEO FORMAT setting yes gt TAKE next gt MENU MACHINE ADDRESS setting yes gt TAKE next gt MENU Operational Control Change the current state by pressing the TAKE button ka nnnnens d SWITCHING METHOD setting yes gt TAKE next gt MENU extended KEYBOARD setting yes gt TAKE next gt MENU STORE RECALL setting yes gt TAKE next gt MENU Setup Commands Reviewthe current setup by pressing the TAKE button several times as required Pressing the TAKE button lets you see how a command is setup wthout changing it what to INDICATE yes gt TAKE next gt MENU COMMUNICATION setting yes
42. he RS 485 Connectors between 2 VS 1616V Units Figure 17 An RS 485 Control Interface Setup Figure 18 Keyboard Extension EXT KEYS Connector Figure 19 Default Startup Status Display Sequence Figure 20 Sequence of MENU Commands Figure 21 Choosing the MTX SYNC from Matrix Setting Figure 22 Choosing what to INDICATE Figure 23 Machine Identification Tables Table 1 Table 2 Table 3 Table 4 Table 5 Table 6 Table 7 Table 8 Table 9 Table 10 Table 11 Quick Reference Operating Guide for a Single Machine Front Panel VS 1616V 16x16 Video Matrix Switcher Features Rear Panel VS 1616V 16x16 Video Matrix Switcher Features Stand Alone Switcher Configuration for CV Y C YUV RGB and RGBS Multi channel VS 1616V Configuration for CV Y C YUV RGB and RGBS Dipswitch Definitions Machine Dipswitch Settings Summary of Basic IR 1 Setups Summary of Basic IR 1 Operations Technical Specifications of the VS 1616V Video Matrix Switcher Hex Table for the VS 1616V Video Matrix Switcher NADA E 10 18 51 51 57 58 KRAMER iii ADDENDUM VS 1616A VS 1616AD VS 1616SDI VS 1616V and VS 162V This addendum describes the ASCII protocol in the 1616 series The ASCII protocol applies to firmware version 3 3 or higher ASCII Protocol General The ASCII protocol has 3 basic commands Y for connect T for recall P for store Before using the ASCII protocol you need to select it from the machine s fr
43. he following 1 Press the appropriate OUT button The MATRIX Display shows the 2 blinking digits representing the previous input number for that specific output If the previous input is clear the 2 blinking digits 00 appear in the MATRIX Display The STATUS Display shows the message out x Where x is the output number 1 Continuously within the limit of the timeout approximately 30 seconds to one minute 2 For example pressing OUT button 9 shows the blinking digits 01 if input 1 was previously routed to OUT 9 30 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Operating Your Video Matrix Switcher 2 Press the appropriate IN button The MATRIX Display shows the 2 blinking digits representing the input number and the TAKE LED blinks The STATUS Display shows the message out x from in y Where x is the output number and y is the input number 3 Press the second appropriate OUT button repeating step above 4 Press the appropriate IN button repeating step 2 above 5 Continue with this OUT IN button sequence pressing the appropriate OUT and IN buttons as required You can also combine an OUT OFF or OFF OUT combination with this sequence 6 After completing the sequence press the TAKE button to confirm the actions The inputs switch to the respective outputs as the MATRIX Display shows no digits blink and the TAKE LED lights 7 2 2 3 Switching one Input to all Outputs To switch one input to all the outputs in
44. ion to a VS 1616V Unit with no Null modem Adapter To connect the PC s DB9 COM port to a VS 1616V unit without using a Null modem adapter 1 Connect a flat cable between the PC s DB9 COM port and the RS 232 IN DB9 port on the VS 1616V unit 2 Set DIP 7 ON disabling Null modem adapter use on the VS 1616V unit 6 6 1 5 PC DB25 COM Port Connection to a VS 1616V Unit with a Null modem Adapter To connect the PC s DB25 COM port to a VS 1616V unit using a Null modem adapter 1 Connect a flat cable between the PC s DB25 COM port and the Null modem adapter that attaches to the RS 232 IN DB9 port on the first VS 1616V unit 2 Set DIP 7 OFF enabling Null modem adapter use on the VS 1616V unit 6 6 1 6 PC DB25 COM Port Connection to a VS 1616V Unit with no Null modem Adapter To connect the PC s DB25 COM port to a VS 1616V unit without using a Null modem adapter 1 Connect the PC s DB25 COM port to the RS 232 IN DB9 port on the VS 1616V unit as Figure 14 illustrates PIN 7 Connected to PIN 5 Ground PIN 2 Connected to PIN 3 PIN 3 Connected to PIN 2 Female DB25 From PC Male DB9 To Switcher PIN 20 connected to PIN 6 Connect PINS 4 5 and 8 together lf a shielded cable is used connect the shield to PIN 7 DB25 and PIN 5 DB9 1 Straight one to one uncrossed connections with at least the 3 wires pins 2 3 and 5 2 See section 6 5 22 KRAMER ELE
45. isplay essential information the product name and version number to identify your machine for example for technical support purposes To identify your machine do the following 1 Press the MENU button until you reach the Identifying the MACHINE command The MATRIX Display shows the message identify MACHINE yes gt TAKE next gt MENU 2 Press the TAKE button The MATRIX Display as Figure 23 illustrates shows the message 52 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD MENU Commands Sequence MATRIX STATUS OUTPUT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 INPUT KRAMER ELECTRONICS Ltg Softuare INPUT wa Leie VIDEO MATRIS Ver 1 3 m OUTPUT 9 10 nu 12 13 14 15 16 Figure 23 Machine Identification 8 13 Choosing the initial RESET Choose to reset the machine to the e Current status reloads the current setup e Factory default resets to the pre installed factory default state Each VS 1616V unit ships in its factory default To reset the machine do the following 1 Press the MENU button until you reach the initial RESET command The MATRIX Display shows the message initial RESET yes gt TAKE next gt MENU 2 Press the TAKE button The MATRIX Display shows the message Outkey 1 Current status 2 Factory default 3 Press the OUT button 2 for example to reset to the factory default The TAKE LED blinks and the Displays show the messages Reset to factory default WARNI
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47. le P13 would store in setup number 13 The reply for all commands could be OK or ERROR P N 2900 0020531 Al Introduction 1 Introduction Dedication by Kramer Electronics since 1981 to the development and manufacture of high quality video audio equipment makes the Kramer line an integral part of the finest production and presentation facilities in the world In recent years Kramer has redesigned and upgraded most of the line making the best even better The Kramer line of professional video audio electronics is one of the most versatile and complete available and is a true leader in terms of quality workmanship price performance ratio and innovation In addition to our high quality switchers and matrices we also offer excellent distribution amplifiers remote controllers processors interfaces and computer related products Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VS 1616V 16x16 Video Matrix Switcher This product is ideal for the following typical applications e Professional display systems requiring video signal routing e Broadcast presentation and production facilities e Rental staging applications e Monitoring in large duplication systems The package includes the following items e VS 1616V 16x16 Video Matrix Switcher e Power cord e Windows 95 98 2000 NT Kramer control software e Null modem adapter e This user manual e Kramer concise product catalog CD 2 Getting Started We recomm
48. ll modem Adapter 21 6 6 1 4 PC DB9 COM Port Connection to a VS 1616V Unit with no Null modem Adapter 22 6 6 1 5 PC DB25 COM Port Connection to a VS 1616V Unit with a Null modem Adapter 22 6 6 1 6 PC DB25 COM Port Connection to a VS 1616V Unit with no Null modem Adapter 22 6 6 2 Connecting the RS 485 Control Interface 23 6 7 Configuring the Sync 26 6 8 Connecting the KEYBOARD EXTENSION 26 7 Operating Your Video Matrix Switcher 27 7 1 Startup Display 27 7 2 Using the Front Panel Buttons 28 7 2 1 Confirming Settings 28 7 2 1 1 Toggling between the AT ONCE and CONFIRM Modes 29 7 2 2 Switching 29 KRAMER Contents 7 2 2 1 Switching one Input to one Output 29 7 2 2 2 Switching several Inputs to several Outputs 30 7 2 2 3 Switching one Input to all Outputs 31 7 2 3 Clearing 32 7 2 3 1 Clearing an Output 32 7 2 3 2 Clearing several Outputs 33 7 2 3 3 Clearing all Outputs 34 7 24 Storing and Recalling Setups 35 7 2 4 1 Storing Setups 35 7 2 4 2 Recalling Setups 35 8 MENU Commands Sequence 36 8 1 Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel 38 8 2 Choosing the Follow System or Breakaway From System Mode 39 8 3 Choosing the Video Format Setting 40 8 4 Setting the MACHINE ADDRESS 41 8 4 1 Changing the MACHINE ADDRESS from stand alone to a large matrix 42 8 4 2 Changing the MACHINE ADDRESS from a large matrix to stand alone 43 8 4 3 Changing the MACHINE ADDRESS from a large matrix setting to a large matrix setting with a different MACHINE ADDRESS 44 8
49. lowing 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 countries may not allow limitations on how long an implied warra
50. n lt 0 01 Diff Phase lt 0 01 Deg K Factor lt 0 01 Control 38 selector switches RS 232 RS 485 IR remote dry keyboard extension Switching Vertical interval Dimensions 19 inch W 7 inch D 2U H rack mountable Power Source 230 VAC 50 60 Hz 115VAC U S A 10VA Weight 3 5 kg 7 8 Ibs approx Accessories Power cord Null modem adapter Windows 95 98 NT Kramer control software 11 Communication Protocol Table 11 includes the Protocol 2000 hexadecimal codes The communication parameters are 9600 baud with no parity 8 data bits and 1 stop bit 1 Full details are available on our Web site www kramerelectronics com 2 This example assumes MACHINE 1 and node 0 KRAMER Communication Protocol Table 11 Hex Table for the VS 1616V Video Matrix Switcher OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 IN 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 1 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 8A 8B DC 8D 8E 8F 90 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 IN 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 2 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 8A 8B DC 8D 8E 8F 90 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 IN 01 01 01 01 0
51. nes Configure the sync via the SWITCHING METHOD Menu command setting When setting up multiple machines for example a 48x64 switcher or a 16x16 YUV switcher linking a common sync to all the machines may be necessary to facilitate simultaneous vertical interval switching Usually the easiest method is to choose the sync source from the first machine for example the Y unit in a 16x16 YUV switcher configuration as section 6 2 2 describes and then connect all the terminal block connectors as Figure 7 illustrates In this case set the first machine to select the sync source from the external sync connector or from the INPUT 1 connector This sync is now available to the other machines via the RS 485 terminal block connector as Figure 15 and Figure 16 illustrate Select the MTX sync on the other machines that receive that sync Connecting the KEYBOARD EXTENSION Connecting dry contact closure switches to the Keyboard Extension EXT KEYS connector enables you to route an input to an output by remote control from a distance of up to 1000 meters These IN and OUT keys are expandable Figure 18 illustrates how to connect the Keyboard Extension EXT KEYS 1 Refer to section 8 5 1 2 Refer to section 8 5 3 Add an unlimited number of push buttons to the existing keys in parallel by attaching one end of the push button to the corresponding number and the other end to the IN or OUT 26 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD O
52. nterconnect via an RS 232 and or RS 485 communication line To set the VS 1616V unit to function in the Follow SYSTEM mode 1 Press the MENU button twice The MATRIX Display shows the message Follow the SYSTEM yes gt TAKE next gt MENU 2 Press the TAKE button The Displays show the messages set UNIT follow SYSTEM current Press TAKE to execute breakaway 1 Video and the audio channels switch simultaneously in the same way 2 Audio channels switch independently from the video channels 3 16x16 matrix switchers in the same series that include for example the VS 1616A 16x16 balanced stereo audio matrix switcher units and or the VS 1616AD 16x16 digital audio matrix switcher units 4 Also applies to a VS 1616A unit or a VS 1616AD unit 5 The VS 1616V unit changes its status immediately and goes to the Follow system mode 6 Or VS 1616A or VS 1616AD unit as well as other 16x16 matrix switchers in the same series 39 KRAMER MENU Commands Sequence 3 Press the TAKE button again The MATRIX Display momentarily shows this message followed by the status of the switcher and in the STATUS Display the letter S is displayed behind the blinking cursor the UNIT is set in mode FOLLOW system If the status of the VS 1616V unit differs from that of the other unit s set the VS 1616V unit to the Follow SYSTEM mode The MATRIX Display blinks the new status of the switcher and the TAKE LED blinks Pressing the T
53. nterconnect with other switchers in the series This series includes but is not limited to VS 1616A a 16x16 analog balanced stereo audio matrix switcher VS 1616VD a 16x16 digital video matrix switcher VS 1616AD a 16x16 digital audio matrix switcher and VS 1616RS an RS 422 control signal matrix switcher The block diagram in Figure 11 illustrates how to assemble an interconnected varied format 16x16 series switcher that consists of a 32x32 composite video matrix switcher a 32x16 digital video matrix switcher a 32x32 balanced stereo audio matrix switcher and a 16x16 digital audio matrix switcher Note that each group of switchers has a unique MACHINE that is shared by all members of the group In Figure 11 the 32x32 composite video matrix switcher is MACHINE 1 the 32x16 digital video matrix switcher is MACHINE 2 and so on Control of the system is via the MACHINE s 15 KRAMER Installing the Video Matrix Switcher 32x32 Composite Video Matrix Switcher VS 1616V Unit MACHINE 1 MACHINE ADDRESS 7 VS 1616V Unit MACHINE 1 MACHINE ADDRESS 8 VS 1616V Unit MACHINE 1 MACHINE ADDRESS 1 VS 1616V Unit MACHINE 1 MACHINE ADDRESS 2 32x16 Digital Video Matrix Switcher VS 1616VD Unit MACHINE 2 MACHINE ADDRESS 7 VS 1616VD Unit MACHINE 2 MACHINE ADDRESS 1 32x32 Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher VS 1616A Uni
54. nty 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 B Servicing the machines can only be done by an authorized Kramer technician Any user who makes changes or modifications to the unit without the expressed approval of the manufacturer will void user authority to operate the equipment B 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 59 KRAMER For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit our Web site www kramerelectronics com Updates to this user manual may be found at http www
55. ont panel Press the MENU button until you get to set communication protocol and then choose the ASCII protocol This is saved in the non volatile memory so the machine will remain as ASCII even after cycling power To check that the protocol has been selected and to confirm that the communication is OK send the string to the VS 1616A It should reply by sending the string OK ASCII Protocol Description The 3 basic commands are Y T and P Y command MAKE A CROSSPOINT CONNECTION The format is Y of i where i is the input number and o is the output number Note The string does not need a space spaces are used here just to add clarity to the explanation For example Y3 4 would connect input 4 to output 3 Y9 6 would connect input 6 to output 9 Y2 17 Y43 12 Y7 6 would connect input 17 to output 2 input 12 to output 43 and input 6 to output 7 The buffer allows up to 63 characters Thus you could place up to about 10 crosspoint connections in a single string Also Y 0 5 would connect input 5 to all outputs Y3 0 would disconnect output 3 T command RECALL A SETUP The format is T s where s is the setup number 1 to 99 which is to be recalled For example T131 would recall setup number 13 P command STORE A SETUP The format is P s where s is the setup number up to 99 where the machine s present status is to be stored For examp
56. or RGBS At this stage you can still configure a different video format by pressing another OUT button To exit the VIDEO FORMAT setting command press a non relevant button for example an IN button 4 Press the TAKE button again The Displays show the messages FORMAT changed current 1 x All INs OUTs reset Where x is the new VIDEO FORMAT setting either Y C YUV or RGBS 8 4 Setting the MACHINE ADDRESS Press the MENU button until you reach the Setting the MACHINE ADDRESS command Choose the stand alone or the large matrix setting You set the MACHINE ADDRESS using the OUTkeys to 9 and 10 for 0 The OUTkeys function on a decimal basis and not on a positional basis For example to enter the 15 press 1 followed by 5 not 15 You can change the MACHINE ADDRESS from e The stand alone setting to a large matrix setting see section 8 4 1 e A large matrix setting to the stand alone setting see section 8 4 2 e A large matrix setting to a large matrix setting with a different MACHINE ADDRESS see section 8 4 3 1 If currently configured for composite CV 2 Depending on the required video format 3 Pressing OUT button 1 when the machine is already configured for composite CV will show the message requested the same format NO CHANGES made it 41 KRAMER MENU Commands Sequence Plan your system according to the chart in Figure 8 before setting the MACHINE ADDRESS because in a matrix configu
57. perating Your Video Matrix Switcher 123456 789101112 13141516 z 3 IN 16 OUT 16 IN OUT Figure 18 Keyboard Extension EXT KEYS Connector To use the Keyboard Extension activate the extended KEYBOARD setting Menu command as section 8 6 describes 7 Operating Your Video Matrix Switcher Operate your VS 1616V via e The front panel buttons as this section describes e RS 232 or RS 485 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system PC or other serial controller e The Kramer IR 1 Infra Red Remote Control Transmitter e Dry contact closure switches connected to the Keyboard Extension 7 1 Startup Display After switching on the power the MATRIX and STATUS displays show the following screens in sequence 1 For instructions on using Kramer Windows 95 98 NT Control Software refer to the separate user manual included on the CD ROM in pdf format Kramer Control Software 2 Version 1 5 is shown in the Status Display as an example text in the Matrix Display may vary according to machine settings 27 KRAMER Operating Your Video Matrix Switcher MATRIX _ STATUS OUTPUT 1 2 3 4 5
58. plays show the messages SET highest MACHINE ADDRESS current use OUTkey 1 9 0 x Press an OUT button 1 9 0 The STATUS Display shows the message current x Where x is the OUT button pressed At this stage you can enter another highest MACHINE ADDRESS The unit may suggest a highest MACHINE ADDRESS for your system If so it is recommended that you use that address Press the TAKE button again The MATRIX Display shows the message Change highest MACH ADDR Press TAKE to confirm Press the TAKE button again The MATRIX Display shows the message HIGHEST MACHINE ADDRESS Changed Changing the MACHINE ADDRESS from a large matrix to stand alone To set the MACHINE ADDRESS 1 Press the MENU button until you reach the MACHINE ADDRESS command The MATRIX Display shows the message MACHINE ADDRESS setting yes gt TAKE next gt MENU Press the TAKE button The Displays show the messages KRAMER 43 MENU Commands Sequence OUTkey 1 Stand Alone UNIT Current 2 Large Matrix Matrix 3 Press the OUT button 1 The Displays show the messages STAND ALONE UNIT Mach 01 Current Press TAKE to confirm Matrix 4 Press the TAKE button again The MATRIX Display shows the message MACHINE ADDRESS changed now STAND ALONE 8 4 3 Changing the MACHINE ADDRESS from a large matrix setting to a large matrix setting with a different MACHINE ADDRESS To set the MACHINE ADDRESS 1 Press th
59. puts in the AT ONCE mode 1 Press the ALL button The MATRIX Display shows all the sets of 2 blinking digits each representing the present input number connected to that respective output blinking simultaneously The STATUS Display shows the message all OUTs 2 Press the OFF button All the outputs are cleared and the MATRIX Display momentarily shows the message Reset ALL connections WA To switch one input to all the outputs in the CONFIRM mode the TAKE LED is lit 1 Repeat step 1 above 2 Press the OFF button The TAKE LED blinks and the MATRIX Display shows the message Reset ALL Press TAKE to execute 3 Press the TAKE button to confirm All the outputs are cleared and the TAKE LED lights 1 You can press the OFF button first and then the ALL button the order is irrelevant 34 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Operating Your Video Matrix Switcher 7 2 4 Storing and Recalling Setups You can store up to 99 settings in the non volatile memory with the ability to recall each of those settings 7 2 4 1 Storing Setups To store a setting do the following 1 Press the STO button The Displays show the messages Enter SETUP number Store use two digit 01 99 xy Where xy are the OUT buttons 2 Press two OUT buttons using the OUTkeys 1 to 9 and 10 for 0 The OUTkeys function on a decimal basis and not on a positional basis For example to enter the 14 press 1 followed by 4 not
60. ration you need to enter the highest MACHINE ADDRESS as well as the MACHINE ADDRESS 8 4 1 Changing the MACHINE ADDRESS from stand alone to a large matrix To set the MACHINE ADDRESS 1 Press the MENU button until you reach the MACHINE ADDRESS command The MATRIX Display shows the message MACHINE ADDRESS setting yes gt TAKE next gt MENU 2 Press the TAKE button The Displays show the messages OUTkey 1 Stand Alone UNIT Current 2 Large Matrix Alone 3 Press the OUT button 2 The TAKE LED blinks and the Displays show the messages Change to the LARGE MATRIX Current Press TAKE to confirm 16x16 4 Press the TAKE button again The Displays show the messages READY to set MACHINE ADDRESS Current use OUTkey 1 9 0 1 5 Enter the MACHINE ADDRESS by pressing an OUT button 1 9 0 The STATUS Display shows the message current x Where x is the OUT button pressed 6 Press the TAKE button again The Displays show the messages READY to change MACH ADDR From 01 Press TAKE to confirm to x 1 Indicating that the machine is not set to the large matrix setting 2 For example if currently configured for stand alone 42 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD MENU Commands Sequence 8 4 2 At this stage you can enter another MACHINE ADDRESS by pressing another OUT button Press the TAKE button again The Displays show the messages MACHINE ADDRESS current changed x After a few seconds the Dis
61. rs from the series of 16x16 matrix switchers and the control unit in an RS 232 daisy chain arrangement with or without using a Null modem adapter as Figure 13 illustrates The RS 232 daisy chain switcher arrangement is transparent This lets you arrange the switchers from the series of 16x16 matrix switchers according to your requirements and not according to a fixed sequence dependent on the MACHINE and or MACHINE ADDRESS With a Null modem Adapter set DIP 7 OFF IESSE coco Wl RS 232 IN e Kc W s J RS 232 OUT With a Null modem Adapter set DIP 7 OFF rasas e0000 e000 J RS 232 IN EE looss ff RS 232 OUT Without a Null modem Adapter set DIP 7 ON J RS 232 IN A RS 232 OUT Without a Null modem Adapter set DIP 7 ON Gasca o0000 Ian J DES RS 232 IN EE looss ff RS 232 OUT Figure 13 Connecting a PC to 4 VS 1616V Units 20 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Installing the Video Matrix Switcher You can connect any of the following e 2 VS 1616V units using a Null modem adapter see section 6 6 1 1 or without using a Null modem adapter see section 6 6 1 2 e The PC s DB9 COM port to a VS 1616V unit with a Null modem adapter see section 6 6 1 3 or without a Null modem adapter see section 6 6 1 4 e The PC s DB25 COM port to a VS 1616V unit with a Null modem adapter see
62. s refers to the LCD MATRIX and STATUS Displays 2 Push in to terminate the sync line Push out when the sync line extends to another unit 3 If the unit is not the first unit in the line connects to the RS 232 OUT DB 9F port of the previous unit in the line 4 Push in to terminate the input Push out when the input extends to another unit the last unit in the chain must be terminated when looping KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Installing the Video Matrix Switcher 6 Installing the Video Matrix Switcher To install the VS 1616V connect the following to the rear panel as required e Power cord e Video input and output cables e Control Interface cables between switcher units or PC or other controller as section 6 6 describes e Set the dipswitches as section 6 5 describes e Set the system variables using the MENU function as section 8 describes Using the VS 1616V unit and or other 16x16 matrix switchers in the series you can assemble the following kinds of systems e A stand alone switcher see section 6 1 e A multi channel video switcher see section 6 2 e Anexpanded matrix switcher see section 6 3 e A system of interconnected switchers see section 6 4 6 1 Configuring a Stand Alone Switcher Configure your VS 1616V unit as a stand alone switcher for e Composite video CV see section 6 1 1 e s Video Y C see section 6 1 2 e YUV RGB see section 6 1 3 e RGBS see section 6 1 4 Table 4 d
63. s 16 KRAMER Installing the Video Matrix Switcher inputs and 16 outputs However for s Video Y C configuration you need 2 VS 1616V units to provide 16 inputs and 16 outputs In a multi channel video switcher configuration only one unit is the Master with DIP 6 OFF The other units are Slaves with DIP 6 ON The front panel of each Slave unit is always locked and the MATRIX and STATUS LCD Displays do not illuminate The Slave units follow the Master The Master unit operates in the regular way leading the Slaves in the background To activate a multi channel video switcher so that each unit is in the same state from the outset do not turn on the power on the Slave units after the Master unit Table 5 Multi channel VS 1616V Configuration for CV Y C YUV RGB and RGBS Configuration Number of VS 1616V Units required to make up a 16x16 Switcher Composite 1 s Video Y C 2 YUV RGB 3 RGBS 4 6 2 1 Configuring a 16x16 Y C Switcher 2 Units Configure a 16x16 video matrix switcher for s Video Y C by combining 2 VS 1616V switchers Connect as in Figure 7 substituting the C unit for the U unit and ignoring the V unit Set the dipswitches as Figure 7 illustrates Connect the communication line via the RS 232 or RS 485 control interface as section 6 6 describes 6 2 2 Configuring a 16x16 YUV RGB Switcher 3 Units Configure a 16x16 video matrix switcher for YUV by combining 3 VS 16
64. sage HIGHEST MACHINE ADDRESS Changed at 45 KRAMER MENU Commands Sequence 8 5 Choosing the SWITCHING METHOD Setting Section 8 5 1 describes the SWITCHING METHOD settings for stand alone units and large matrices Section 8 5 2 describes how to configure a SWITCHING METHOD 8 5 1 Understanding the SWITCHING METHOD Settings Setting the VS 1616V unit as a Stand Alone UNIT provides a choice of 3 SWITCHING METHOD settings e NoVIS switching occurs immediately after completion of front panel or dry contact operation or immediately after receiving an RS 232 or RS 485 command or an IR command The switching is independent of the vertical reference e EXT external sync switching occurs during the vertical interval of the video reference signal connected to the IN SYNC connector this signal should be properly terminated via the TERM button e INT 1 internal sync switching occurs during the vertical interval of the video reference signal connected to IN 1 Setting the VS 1616V unit as a Large Matrix instead of as a Stand Alone UNIT provides a choice of 4 SWITCHING METHOD settings e NOoVIS EXT or INT 1 as described above e MTX SYNC from Matrix the vertical interval of the video reference selected on one unit in the Large Matrix system is present on the SYNC RS 485 terminal block connector This reference signal applies to all switchers in the multi switcher system and facilitates switching
65. ship 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 and material expenses for covered items We will not pay for the fol
66. t MACHINE 3 MACHINE ADDRESS 7 VS 1616A Unit MACHINE 3 MACHINE ADDRESS 8 VS 1616A Unit MACHINE 3 MACHINE ADDRESS 1 VS 1616A Unit MACHINE 3 MACHINE ADDRESS 2 16x16 Digital Audio Matrix Switcher VS 1616AD Unit MACHINE 4 MACHINE ADDRESS 1 eee eee or RS 232 Control Interface CONTROL Figure 11 Assembling a System of Interconnected Switchers Refer to section 6 5 for details of how to set the dipswitches and to section 6 6 for details of how to control this group of interconnected varied format 16x16 series switchers and other configurations KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Installing the Video Matrix Switcher 6 5 Dipswitch Settings Configure the VS 1616V by setting the 8 dipswitches as Figure 12 and Table 6 define SYSTEM MODE SLAVE MODE MACHINE RS 232 NULL MODEM RS 485 TERMINATION vvvyv YON 1234567 8 Figure 12 Rear Panel Dipswitches Table 6 Dipswitch Definitions Dipswitch Function 1 4 Set the MACHINE see Table 7 in section 6 5 1 5 Enables ON or disables OFF the Follow SYSTEM mode 6 Enables ON or disables OFF the SLAVE mode in a multi channel configuration 7 Disables use of a null modem adapter with RS 232 OFF RS 232 connection via a null modem
67. the AT ONCE mode 1 Press the ALL button The MATRIX Display shows all the sets of 2 blinking digits each representing the present input number for that respective output blinking simultaneously The STATUS Display shows the message all OUTs 2 Press the appropriate IN button This input switches to all the outputs and the MATRIX Display shows the identical non blinking 2 digits representing that input number To switch one input to all the outputs in the CONFIRM mode the TAKE LED is lit 1 Repeat steps 1 and 2 above The TAKE LED blinks 1 Continuously within the limit of the timeout approximately 30 seconds to one minute 2 That corresponds with the second OUT button it 31 KRAMER Operating Your Video Matrix Switcher 2 7 2 3 Press the TAKE button to confirm the action The selected input switches to all the outputs and the TAKE LED lights The MATRIX Display shows the identical 2 non blinking digits representing that input number for all outputs Clearing You can clear delete e One output see section 7 2 3 1 e Several outputs see section 7 2 3 2 e All outputs see section 7 2 3 3 7 2 3 1 Clearing an Output 1 To clear an output in the AT ONCE mode Press the appropriate OUT button The MATRIX Display shows the 2 blinking digits representing the present input number for that specific output If the present input is clear the 2 blinking digits 00 appear in
68. the output s above or below the Display corresponding OUTPUT label and user interface messages 10 LCD STATUS Displays the matrix status Display 11 MENU Button Selects the programming commands to setup the switcher 12 TAKE LED Shows the current TAKE button mode aiding the completion of actions 13 TAKE Button Used to confirm and complete setup and switching Table 3 Rear Panel VS 1616V 16x16 Video Matrix Switcher Features Feature Function 1 9 IN BNC Connector Connects to the external video sync source 2 LOOPBNC Connector Connects to the SYNC IN connector on the next unit 3 TERM SYNC Button Press to terminate at 75 Q or release for looping 4 EXT extension KEYS Connects to an external keyboard remote unit Terminal Block Connectors 5 RS 485 Detachable Terminal Pins 1 and 2 are for vertical sync and Ground connection and Block Port Pins 3 and 4 are for RS 485 6 RS 232 IN DB 9F Port Connects to the PC or the Remote Controller 7 RS 232 OUT DB 9M Port Connects to the RS 232 IN DB 9F port of the next unit in the daisy chain connection 8 SETUP Dipswitches Dipswitches for setup of the unit 9 Power Connector with Fuse AC connector enabling power supply to the unit 10 TERM IN Buttons Press to terminate at 75 Q or release for looping 11 INBNC Connectors Connect to the video sources 12 OUT BNC Connectors Connect to the video acceptors 1 In sections 7 2 4 and 8 the word Display
69. y on each Slave VS 1616V unit dynamically shows all changes made from the Master VS 1616V unit Front panel control is via the Master VS 1616V unit on which the front panel buttons are unlocked and both the MATRIX and STATUS Displays illuminate 6 6 Connecting a Control Interface Connect a control interface RS 232 or RS 485 unless operating a VS 1616V as a stand alone unit without any control device that is with control from the front panel or IR port and not via a remote controller or a PC The control interface must be identical on each switcher in the series of 16x16 matrix switchers either RS 232 or RS 485 One control interface suffices Do not use both RS 232 and RS 485 control interfaces in the same configuration For example in an interconnected varied format 16x16 switcher application if the switcher that connects to the PC connects via the RS 232 control interface each switcher must interconnect via the RS 232 control interface and not via the RS 485 control interface Choose the RS 232 control interface for a range of about 25 meters used for a point to point connection 1 See section 6 2 2 Albeit with an LCD Display that does not illuminate 3 See section 6 4 it 19 KRAMER Installing the Video Matrix Switcher 6 6 1 Choose the RS 485 control interface to operate the switcher from an extended distance of up to 1000 meters Connecting the RS 232 Control Interface Connect several switche

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