USER MANUAL - CAMBOARD Electronics
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1. 1 The timeout lasts for 10 seconds www amboard de Tel 07131 91190 ce tHfoqeantissard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD mlectronics perating t 2 Press the TAKE button to confirm the action The 7 segment Display no longer blinks The TAKE button illuminates To confirm several actions in CONFIRM mode do the following 1 Press each OUT IN combination in sequence The 7 segment Display blinks 2 Press the TAKE button to confirm all the actions The 7 segment Display no longer blinks The TAKE button illuminates 7 4 Storing Recalling Input Output Configurations You can store and recall up to eight setup configurations using the four INPUT buttons and the four OUTPUT buttons 7 4 1 Storing an Input Output Configuration To store the current status in memory do the following 1 Press the STO button The STO button illuminates 2 Press one of the 8 INPUT OUTPUT buttons this will be the setup in which the current status is stored The selected INPUT OUTPUT button illuminates in blue The memory stores the data at that reference 7 4 2 Recalling an Input Output Configuration To recall an input output configuration do the following 1 Press the RCL button The RCL button illuminates 2 Press the appropriate INPUT OUTPUT button the button corresponding to the setup That setup configuration will blink in the 7 segment Display The memory recalls the stored data from t2. inputs to any or all of the four outputs It can be used as a 4x4 SD HD SDI matrix switcher or as a dual link 2x2 SD HD SDI Matrix switcher The VS 44HD features e Input and output signals on BNC connectors and selector buttons that automatically light up in different colors green when the VS 44HD detects a standard definition signal or blue when it detects a high definition signal e Reclocking and equalization on each input e The ability to switch genlocked video signals according to timing of the GENLOCK reference input Switching according to the Bi level or Tri level Genlock input according to SMPTE RP 168 e Factory reset that lets you reset the machine to its original default state e The storing and recalling of setups a Take button for the execution of multiple switches all at once and a front panel lock The VS 44HD is housed in a 19 1U rack mountable enclosure and is fed from a 100 240 VAC universal switching power supply Control is via the front panel buttons infrared remote control transmitter and or remotely by RS 232 or RS 485 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system PC or other serial controller as well as ETHERNET or remote contact closure for forced operation To achieve the best performance e Connect only good quality connection cables thus avoiding interference deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching and elevated noise levels often associated with low quality cab
3. B Unintentional radiators CAUTION BO Servicing the machines can only be done by an authorized Kramer technician Any user who makes changes or modifications to the unit without the expressed approval of the manufacturer will void user authority to operate the equipment Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine ED Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components wwwiilmboard de Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics www camboard de Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics Li For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit our Web site www kramerelectronics com where updates to this user manual may be found We welcome your questions comments and feedback Safety Warning Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening servicing Caution 001 Cy x m IOC 2 Institute of O NQuality amp Control amp Q x 9d Quality 9 Kramer Electronics Ltd Web site www kramerelectronics com E mail info 9 kramerel com www camboard de T ly 4 919 R 201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203
4. and outputs 1 and 2 are used as are the INPUT and OUTPUT selector buttons Remote PINs 3 and 4 and Selector buttons 3 and 4 are not used Controlling via the REMOTE Connector To route INPUT 1 to OUTPUT 4 4 Stage 1 Temporarily attach OUTPUT PIN 4 to PIN G Ground Stage 2 Temporarily attach INPUT PIN 1 to PIN G Ground REMOTE INPUTS OUTPUTS G1234 1234 REMOTE INPUTS OUTPUTS 1234 1234 Figure 9 Using the REMOTE Connector www eamboard de Fax 07131 911203 Tel 07131 91120 Tce tHfo earmsoard de im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics perating t 7 Operating the VS 44HD You can operate your VS 44HD via e The front panel buttons e RS 232 RS 485 serial commands transmitted by a PC touch screen system or other serial controller e The Kramer infrared remote control transmitter e The ETHERNET 7 1 Switching OUT IN Combinations To switch an input to an output via the front panel buttons in the AT ONCE mode see section 7 3 do the following Press an OUTPUT button 1 2 3 4 or ALL The selected OUTPUT button illuminates brightly as does the 7 segment display 2 Press an INPUT button 1 2 3 4 or OFF The selected input switches to the selected output The digits displayed in the 7 segment display change as appropriate After a few seconds the selec
5. except that here the OUTPUT is assigned with the value 0 if the panel is unlocked or 1 if it is locked NOTE 17 For clean switching of RGBHV video the seamless switching option may be used The blanking period for the transition of the RGB sources may be set in this case in steps of 25 milliseconds For example to set for 350ms blanking time 14 steps send HEX codes 07 8E AO 81 NOTE 18 Delayed execution allows switching after a delay dictated by RS 232 To do this the user sends instruction 7 with the Set for delayed switch option 64 4 before sending the switch command instruction 1 or pressing via front panel The switch is not executed unless timed out until the Execute delayed switch code is sent or the Set for delayed switch code is sent again The mode is automatically cancelled after implementation of the switch if the execute command is used wwwiimboard de Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMB ARD Electronics amer Frotoco For example to connect input 4 to output 3 after a delay send HEX codes 07 80 co 81 set for delayed switch 01 84 83 81 switch code then after the required delay send HEX codes 07 80 Cl 81 execute delayed switch to implement the switch NOTE 19 After this instruction is sent the unit will respond to the ASCII command set defined by the OUTPUT byte The ASCII command to operate with the HEX command set must
6. four standard definition high definition SDI inputs to any or all of the four standard definition high definition SDI outputs as the example in Figure 2 shows To connect the VS 44HD 4x4 SD HD SDI Matrix Switcher do the following 1 Connect up to four SDI sources to the SDI INPUT BNC connectors for example an HD SD SDI camera to input 1 and an HD video player to input 4 Connect the SDI OUTPUT BNC connectors to up to four SDI acceptors for example output 1 to a Preview monitor and output 4 to an HD SDI mixer Set the dipswitches see section 6 4 As an option connect A Genlock source to the GENLOCK BNC connector The LOOP BNC connector to the GENLOCK connector of the next unit in the line and release the TERM button for looping Connect a PC and or controller if required to the RS 232 port see section 6 5 and or RS 485 port see section 6 6 and or ETHERNET connector see section 6 9 As an option connect a remote contact closure switch refer to section 6 10 Connect the power cord 1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VS 44HD After connecting your VS 44HD switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device 2 When only one output is required connect that output and leave the other outputs unconnected 3 Not illustrated in Figure 2 4 Pushed in terminates the input Release when the input extends to another unit 5 We r
7. machine numbers will accept implement the command and the addressed machine will reply For a single machine controlled via the serial port always set M4 MO 1 and make sure that the machine itself is configured as MACHINE NUMBER 1 wwwlimboard de Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von amer Frotoco CAM BOARD Electron ics Table 7 Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 Note All values in the table are decimal unless otherwise stated INSTRUCTION DEFINITION FOR SPECIFIC INSTRUCTION NOTE DESCRIPTION INPUT OUTPUT 0 RESET VIDEO 0 0 1 1 SWITCH VIDEO Set equal to video input which is to Set equal to video output which is 2 15 be switched to be switched 0 disconnect 0 to all the outputs 2 SWITCH AUDIO Set equal to audio input which is to Set equal to audio output whichis 2 be switched to be switched 0 disconnect 0 to all the outputs 3 STORE VIDEO Set as SETUP 0 to store 2 3 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 6 REQUEST STATUS Set as SETUP Equal to output number whose 4 3 OF AN AUDIO status is reqd OUTPUT 7 VIS SOURCE Set as input when 0 No VIS immediate 2 5 17 18 OUTPUT byte 6 1 Input 1 OR 2 External digital sync s
8. values see section 6 7 Use to set the resolution when switching genlocked video signals see section 6 8 4 OUTPUT Select the output to which the input is switched from 1 to 4 In the dual link SELECTOR Buttons mode select the dual link output 1 or 2 to which the input is switched 5 TAKE Button Pressing TAKE toggles the mode between the CONFIRM mode and the AT ONCE mode user confirmation per action is unnecessary 6 ALL Button Pressing ALL followed by an INPUT button connects that input to all outputs 7 OFF Button An OFF OUT combination disconnects that output from the inputs an OFF ALL combination disconnects all the outputs 8 LOCK Button Disengages the front panel buttons 9 RCL RECALL Pressing the RCL button and the corresponding INPUT OUTPUT key recalls a Button setup from the non volatile memory The stored status blinks Pressing a different INPUT OUTPUT button lets you view another setup After making your choice pressing the RCL button again implements the new status 10 STO STORE Button Pressing STO followed by an INPUT OUTPUT button stores the current setting 11 7 segment Display Displays the selected input switched to the output marked above each input Table 2 Rear Panel VS 44HD 4x4 SD HD SDI Matrix Switcher Feature Function 12 GENLOCK BNC Connector Connect to the Genlock source 13 TERM Button Press to terminate the Genlock source 750 or release for looping 14 LOOP BNC Connector Conn
9. 0 for video 0 4 MACHINE ADDRESS 1 for audio 15 REQUEST WHETHER SETUP 0 for checking if setup is defined 8 SETUP IS DEFINED or 1 for checking if input is valid VALID INPUT IS Input DETECTED www amboard de Tel 07131 91190 ce tHfoqpeantissard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMB ARD Electronics amer Protoco INSTRUCTION DEFINITION FOR SPECIFIC INSTRUCTION NOTE DESCRIPTION INPUT OUTPUT 16 ERROR BUSY For invalid valid input i e OUTPUT O error 9 25 byte 4 or OUTPUT byte 5 1 invalid instruction this byte is set as the input 2 out of range 3 machine busy 4 invalid input 5 valid input 17 RESERVED ter iz 10 18 RESET AUDIO 0 0 1 19 STORE AUDIO Set as SETUP 0 to store 2 3 STATUS 1 to delete 20 RECALL AUDIO Set as SETUP 0 2 3 STATUS 21 SET VIDEO Equal to input output number Set as parameter value 2 11 24 PARAMETER whose video parameter is to be set 0 all 22 SET AUDIO Equal to input output number Set as parameter value 2 11 24 PARAMETER whose gain is to be set 0 all 23 INCREASE Equal to input output number 0 increase video gain 24 DECREASE VIDEO whose video parameter is to be 1 decrease video gain PARAMETER increased decreased 2 increase contrast 0 all 3 decrease contrast 4 increase brightness 5 decrease brightness 6 increase colour 7 decrease colour 8 inc
10. CTIONS 21 2 brightness 23 26 3 colour 4 hue 5 H phase 6 V position 56 CHANGE TO ASCII 0 1 SVS protocol 19 2 Generic protocol 57 SETAUTO SAVE I3 no save 0 12 2 14 auto save 58 EXECUTE LOADED Set as 0 or as SETUP 1 Take 22 3 DATA 2 Cancel 59 LOAD VIDEO DATA Set equal to video input Set equal to video output 22 23 0 disconnect 0 to all the outputs 127 load SETUP or SETUP 60 LOAD AUDIO DATA Set equal to audio input Set equal to audio output 22 23 0 disconnect 0 to all the outputs 127 load SETUP or SETUP 61 IDENTIFY MACHINE 1 video machine name 0 Request first 4 digits 13 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 RS422 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 DEFINE MACHINE 1 number of inputs 1 for video 14 2 number of outputs 2 for audio 3 number of setups 3 for SDI 4 for remote panel 5 for RS 422 controller 63 EXTENDED DATA 7 MSBs for INPUT data 7 MSBs for OUTPUT data 20 NOTES on the above table NOTE 1 When the master switcher is reset e g when it is turned on the reset code is sent to the PC If this code is sent to the switchers it will reset according to the present po
11. IGHT 2 6 kg 5 7 Ibs approx ACCESSORIES Power cord Null modem Adapter 9 Table of Hex Codes for Serial Communication Table 5 lists the Hex values for a single machine MACHINE 1 Table 5 VS 44HD Hex Codes for Switching via RS 232 RS 485 IN OUT 1 IN OUT 2 IN OUT 3 IN OUT 4 01 01 01 01 81 82 83 84 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 1 Specifications are subject to change without notice www2eamboard de Tel 07131 91190 ce vtHfoqeantissard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMB ARD Electronics amer Frotoco 10 Kramer Protocol 2000 The VS 44HD is compatible with Kramer s Protocol 2000 version 0 46 below This RS 232 RS 485 communication protocol uses four bytes of information as defined below For RS 232 a null modem connection between the machine and controller is used The default data rate is 9600 baud with no parity 8 data bits and 1 stop bit Table 6 Protocol Definitions MSB LSB DESTI INSTRUCTION NATION 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 n 10 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 2nd byte OUTPUT 1 06 05 04 03 o O1 00 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 3rd byte MACHINE NUMBER 1 OVR x M4 M3 M2 M1 Mo 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 4th byte 1 BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 0 D DESTINATION 0 for sending information to the switchers from the PC 1 for sending to the PC from the switcher N5 N0 I
12. NSTRUCTION The function that is to be performed by the switcher s is defined by the INSTRUCTION 6 bits Similarly if a function is performed via the machine s keyboard then these bits are set with the INSTRUCTION NO which was performed The instruction codes are defined according to the table below INSTRUCTION NO is the value to be set for N5 NO 2 BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 1 16 10 INPUT When switching ie instruction codes 1 and 2 the INPUT 7 bits is set as the input number which is to be switched Similarly if switching is done via the machine s front panel then these bits are set with the INPUT NUMBER which was switched For other operations these bits are defined according to the table 3 BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 1 O6 00 OUTPUT When switching ie instruction codes 1 and 2 the OUTPUT 7 bits is set as the output number which is to be switched Similarly if switching is done via the machine s front panel then these bits are set with the OUTPUT NUMBER which was switched For other operations these bits are defined according to the table 4 BYTE Bit7 Defined as 1 Bit 5 Don t care OVR Machine number override M4 M0 MACHINE NUMBER Used to address machines in a system via their machine numbers When several machines are controlled from a single serial port they are usually configured together with each machine having an individual machine number If the OVR bit is set then all
13. PLIED WARRANTIES All implied warranties including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to the length of this warranty EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES The liability of Kramer for any effective products is limited to the repair or replacement of the product at our option Kramer shall not be liable for 1 Damage to other property caused by defects in this product damages based upon inconvenience loss of use of the product loss of time commercial loss or 2 Any other damages whether incidental consequential or otherwise Some countries may not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or 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 lightindustry EN 50082 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic immunity standard Part 1 Residential commercial and lightindustry environment CFR 47 FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15 Radio frequency devices Subpart
14. 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 NOTE 9 An error code is returned to the PC if an invalid instruction code was sent to the switcher or if a parameter associated with the instruction is out of range e g trying to save to a setup greater than the highest one or trying to switch an input or output greater than the highest one defined This code is also returned to the PC if an RS 232 instruction is sent while the machine is being programmed via the front panel Reception of this code by the switcher is not valid NOTE 10 This code is reserved for internal use NOTE 11 For machines where the video and or audio gain is programmable NOTE 12 Under normal conditions the machine s present status is saved each time a change is made The power down save auto save may be disabled using this code Note that whenever the machine is turned on the auto save function is set NOTE 13 This is a request to identify the switcher s in the system If the OUTPUT is set as 0 and the INPUT is set as 1 2 5 or 7 the machine will send its name The reply is the decimal value of the INPUT and OUTPUT For example for a 2216 the reply to the request to send the audio machine name would be HEX codes 7D 96 90 81 ie 1284 9 224 for 2 byte and 1284ec 164 for 3 byte If the request for
15. be sent in order to return to working with HEX codes NOTE 20 When data ie the INPUT and or OUTPUT bytes of more than 7 bits is required this instruction is sent before sending the instruction needing the additional bits The data in this intruction then becomes the Most Significant Bits of that next instruction For example to set the audio gain instruction 22 of output 3 to 68144 2A944 you would first send HEX codes 3F 80 85 81 and then send HEX codes 16 83 A9 81 To set the audio gain of output 6 to 100134 271 Dyex first send HEX codes 3F 80 CE 81 followed by HEX codes 16 86 9D 81 NOTE 21 To store data in the non volatile memory of the unit eg the EEPROM for saving SETUPS The EEPROM address is sent using the INPUT byte and the data to be stored is sent using the OUTPUT byte To use this instruction it is necessary to understand the memory map and memory structure of the particular machine NOTE 22 Instruction 59 and instruction 60 load data for sending to the crosspoint switcher or for storing in a SETUP ie the data is lined up to be executed later Instruction 58 executes the loaded data NOTE 23 If the INPUT byte is set as 127aec then the data stored in a SETUP is loaded The SETUP is in the OUTPUT byte NOTE 24 Further information needed in instructions 21 22 25 and 26 is sent using instruction 42 which is sent prior to the instruction For example to request the audio gain value of r
16. calling an Input Output Configuration 19 7 5 Locking the Front Panel 20 8 Technical Specifications 20 9 Table of Hex Codes for Serial Communication 20 10 Kramer Protocol 2000 21 wwwlsimboard de Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics Figures Figure 1 VS 44HD 4x4 SD HD SDI Matrix Switcher 4 Figure 2 Connecting the VS 44HD 4x4 SD HD SDI Matrix Switcher 8 Figure 3 Connecting the VS 44HD as a Dual Link 2x2 SD HD SDI Matrix Switcher 10 Figure 4 VS 44HD SETUP Dipswitches 11 Figure 5 Connecting a PC without using a Null modem Adapter 12 Figure 6 Controlling via RS 485 for example using an RC 3000 13 Figure 7 Local Area Connection Properties Window 15 Figure 8 Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties Window 15 Figure 9 Using the REMOTE Connector 16 Tables Table 1 Front Panel VS 44HD 4x4 SD HD SDI Matrix Switcher 5 Table 2 Rear Panel VS 44HD 4x4 SD HD SDI Matrix Switcher 5 Table 3 Machine Dipswitch Settings 11 Table 4 Technical Specifications of the VS 44HD 4x4 SD HD SDI Matrix Switcher 20 Table 5 VS 44HD Hex Codes for Switching via RS 232 RS 485 20 Table 6 Protocol Definitions 21 Table 7 Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 22 wwwicamboard de Tel 07131 91190 cevtHfoqpeantissard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics ction 1 Introduction Welcome to Kramer Electronics Since 1981 Kramer Electronics has been providing a world of unique cr
17. date Kramer user manuals from the Internet at this URL http www kramerelectronics com 3 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com wwwlsimboard de Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBO RD Electronics tarted Step 1 Mount the machine Mount the machine in a rack or stick the 4 rubber feet to the underside 22 Cometa N GENLOCK eource CONNECT THE INPUTS AND N N THE OUTPUTS Connect the LOOP connector CONTROL VIA THE REMOTE CONNECTOR Temporarily connect Camera HD an OUTPUT FIN to Video Player PIN G ground STEP II Temporarily connect Py By default the an INFUT FIN to FIN dipewitchee are MZ ground JZ m eet to OFF SET THE DIPSWITCHES N YS Uee the SELECTOR buttone to disconnect an output switch the inpute to the outpute OFF from an Input Store STO and recall RCL the status LOCK the front panel Operate via the front panel buttons RS 232 RS 465 and the Ethernet www camboard de Tel 07131 91190 ce tHfoqpeantssard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics 3 Overview The VS 44HD is a true 4x4 matrix switcher for standard definition high definition SDI signals that lets you simultaneously route any of the four
18. eative and affordable solutions to the vast range of problems that confront the video audio presentation and broadcasting professional on a daily basis In recent years we have redesigned and upgraded most of our line making the best even better Our 1 000 plus different models now appear in 11 groups that are clearly defined by function Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VS 44HD 4x4 SD HD SDI Matrix Switcher This product is ideal for e Professional broadcasting and production studios e Presentation applications The package includes the following items e VS 44HD 4x4 SD HD SDI Matrix Switcher e Null modem adapter infrared remote control transmitter and power cord e This user manual 2 Getting Started We recommend that you e Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment e Review the contents of this user manual e Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables 2 1 Quick Start This quick start chart summarizes the basic steps when connecting a VS 44HD 1 GROUP 1 Distribution Amplifiers GROUP 2 Switchers and Matrix Switchers GROUP 3 Control Systems GROUP 4 Format Standards Converters GROUP 5 Range Extenders and Repeaters GROUP 6 Specialty AV Products GROUP 7 Scan Converters and Scalers GROUP 8 Cables and Connectors GROUP 9 Room Connectivity GROUP 10 Accessories and Rack Adapters GROUP 11 Sierra Products 2 Download up to
19. ecommend that you use only the power cord that is supplied with this machine anne Merabostade Fax 07131 911203 Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de im Vertrieb von GAMBOARR Electronics HD SD SDI Camera Display Figure 2 Connecting the VS 44HD 4x4 SD HD SDI Matrix Switcher wwwtcamboard de Tel 07131 91190 ce tHfoqpearntissard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics onnectin 6 2 Connecting the VS 44HD as a Dual Link 2x2 SD HD SDI Matrix Switcher You can use your VS 44HD in the dual link mode to switch either of the two dual link SDI inputs input 1 and 2 or input 3 and 4 to one or both of the two dual link SDI outputs output 1 and 2 and or output 3 and 4 as the example in Figure 3 shows To connect the VS 44HD as a dual link 2x2 SD HD SDI Matrix switcher do the following 1 Connect up to two SDI sources to the SDI INPUT BNC connectors for example an HD SD SDI camera to inputs and 2 and an HD video player to inputs 3 and 4 2 Connect the SDI OUTPUT BNC connectors to up to two SDI acceptors for example outputs 1 and 2 to a Preview monitor and outputs 3 and 4 to an HD SDI mixer 3 Follow steps 3 to 7 in section 6 1 Set the machine to the dual link mode see section 6 3 1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VS 44HD After connecting your VS 44HD switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device 2 When only one ou
20. ect to the GENLOCK connector of the next unit in the line 15 INPUT BNC Connectors Connect to the serial digital video sources 16 OUTPUT BNC Connectors Connect to the serial digital video acceptors 17 REMOTE Terminal Block Connector Connect to closure contact switches 18 RS 232 DB 9F Port Connects to the PC or the Remote Controller 19 RS 485 Detachable Terminal Pin Gis for the Ground connection pins B and A are for RS 485 Block Port 20 SETUP Dipswitches Dipswitches for setup of the unit 21 ETHERNET Connector Connects to the PC or other Serial Controller via computer networking 22 Power Connector with Fuse AC connector enabling power supply to the unit 1 The 7 segmant display shows 1234 indicating that the operation mode is normal and that the setups stored via the INPUT OUTPUT buttons have been erased 2 W hen in Confirm mode the TAKE button illuminates 3 For example press ALL and then Input button 2 to connect input 2 to all the outputs 4 Only view nothing is implemented at this stage 5 For example press STO and then the Output button 3 to store in Setup 3 6 Push in to terminate the input Release when the input extends to another unit 7 Via a null modem connection 8 The ground connection is sometimes connected to the shield of the RS 485 cable In most applications the ground is not connected ww oso atdid Fax 07131 911203 Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de
21. em Adapter www amboard de Tel 07131 91190 ce tHfoqeantssard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics onnectin 6 6 Controlling via the RS 485 Port To cascade up to eight individual VS 44HD units via RS 485 with control via a Master Programmable Remote Control system such as the Kramer RC 3000 as Figure 6 illustrates do the following 1 Connect the A and B PINS on the RS 485 terminal block port of the RC 3000 to the A and B PINS respectively on each of the eight VS 44HD units If using shielded twisted pair cable the shield is usually connected to the G Ground PIN of the first unit 2 Set the first VS 44HD unit as MACHINE 1 and the following seven VS 44HD units as MACHINE 2 to MACHINE 8 according to Table MACHINE 1 MACHINE 8 NO Figure 6 Controlling via RS 485 for example using an RC 3000 wwwiilmboard de Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics onnectin 6 7 Factory Reset Press and hold the input buttons 1 2 and 3 simultaneously for 3 seconds until the three buttons flash to reset the machine to its default values 6 8 Switching Genlocked Video Signals The genlock feature lets you switch genlocked video signals according to timing of the GENLOCK refe
22. ents the switch immediately In the CONFIRM mode the TAKE button must be pressed to authorize the switch In the AT ONCE mode you save time as execution is immediate and actions require no user confirmation However no protection is offered against changing an action in error In the CONFIRM mode e You can key in several actions and then confirm them by pressing the TAKE button to simultaneously activate the multiple switches e Every action requires user confirmation protecting against erroneous switching e Execution is delayed until the user confirms the action Note that after ten seconds the VS 44HD will go to standby mode and the buttons and the 7 segment display will illuminate less brightly 7 3 1 Toggling between the AT ONCE and CONFIRM Modes To toggle between the AT ONCE and CONFIRM modes do the following 1 Press the dim TAKE button to toggle from the AT ONCE mode in which the TAKE button is dim to the CONFIRM mode in which the TAKE button illuminates Actions now require user confirmation and the TAKE button illuminates 2 Press the illuminated TAKE button to toggle from the CONFIRM mode back to the AT ONCE mode Actions no longer require user confirmation and the TAKE button no longer illuminates 7 3 2 Confirming a Switching Action To confirm a switching action in CONFIRM mode where the TAKE button is illuminated do the following 1 Press an OUT IN combination The 7 segment Display blinks
23. erloading the pis circuits might have a detrimental effect on overcurrent may feature built in rack ears protection and supply wiring Refer to the appropriate e Detachable rack ears can be nameplate ratings for information For example for removed for desktop use use replacement see the value printed on the Always mount the machine in the product label rack before you attach any cables 5 The machine is earthed grounded in a reliable way or connect the machine to the and is connected only to an electricity socket with power grounding Pay particular attention to situations where e Ifyou are using a Kramer rack electricity is supplied indirectly when the power cord adapter kit for a machine that is not is not plugged directly into the socket in the wall for 19 see the Rack Adapters user example when using an extension cable or a power manual for installation instructions strip and that you use only the power cord that is you can download it at supplied with the machine http www kramerelectronics com eM wwwfcamboard de Tel 07131 91190 ce tHfoqpeantssard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics onnectin 6 Connecting Your VS 44HD This section describes how to connect the VS 44HD as a 4x4 SD HD SDI Matrix Switcher see section 6 1 Dual Link 2x2 SD HD SDI Matrix Switcher see section 6 2 6 1 Connecting Your VS 44HD 4x4 SD HD SDI Matrix Switcher You can use your VS 44HD to switch one of the
24. et as output when 3 External analog sync OUTPUT byte 7 4 Dynamic sync OR 5 Inter machine sync set as blank period 6 Input INPUT byte in steps of 25ms when 7 Output INPUT byte OUTPUT byte 32 8 User defined sync OR 32 RGBHV seamless switching set 0 64 Set for delayed switch 65 Execute delayed switch 66 Cancel delayed switch setting 8 BREAKAWAY 0 0 audio follow video 2 SETTING 1 audio breakaway 1 0 FOLLOW mode 15 1 Normal mode 9 VIDEO AUDIO TYPE 0 for video 0 CV 4 SDI 2 SETTING 1 YC 5 CV YC 2 YUV 6 VGA scaler 3 RGBS 7 DVI O0 0 Unbalanced audio O0 1 Balanced audio O1 0 Digital audio O1 1 Analog audio 04 0 O3 0 O2 0 Mono ect toh sub EEE SERIE sal ket Ne O4 0 O3 0 C2 1 Stereo 2 for VGA and DVI 1 640X480 2 800X600 3 1024X768 10 REQUEST VIS Set as SETUP or 0 VIS source 3 4 6 7 SETTING set to 126 or 127 to request if 1 Input or output of source machine has this function 2 Vertical sync freq Hz 11 REQUEST Set as SETUP or 0 Request audio breakaway 3 4 6 15 BREAKAWAY setto 126 or 127 to request if setting SETTING machine has this function 1 Request FOLLOW setting 12 REQUEST VIDEO Set as SETUP or 0 for video 3 4 6 AUDIO TYPE setto 126 or 127 to request if 1 for audio SETTING machine has this function 2 for VGA 13 SET HIGHEST 0 for video Set equal to highest machine 2 MACHINE ADDRESS 1 for audio address 14 REQUEST HIGHEST
25. hat reference After pressing the same memory location the second time the settings will take effect wwwiilmboard de Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics tions 7 5 Locking the Front Panel To prevent changing the settings accidentally or tampering with the unit via the front panel buttons lock your VS 44HD Unlocking releases the protection mechanism To lock the VS 44HD e Press the LOCK button for three seconds until the LOCK button is illuminated The front panel is locked Pressing a button will have no effect To unlock the VS 44HD e Press the illuminated LOCK button until the LOCK button is no longer illuminated The front panel unlocks 8 Technical Specifications Table 4 includes the technical specifications Table 4 Technical Specifications of the VS 44HD 4x4 SD HD SDI Matrix Switcher INPUTS 4 SDI SMPTE 259M 292M 344M serial video 75 ohms on BNC connectors 1 GENLOCK 750 Hi Z on a BNC connector OUTPUTS 4 equalized and reclocked SMPTE 259M 292M 344M outputs 75 ohms on BNC connectors 1 Looped GENLOCK 7590 Hi Z on a BNC connector MAX OUTPUT LEVEL 800mVpp 75 ohms DATA RATE Up to 1 485Gbps CONTROLS Front panel RS 232 RS 485 ETHERNET infrared remote contact closure and panel lock POWER SOURCE Universal 100 240VAC 50 60Hz 22VA DIMENSIONS 19 inch W 7 inch D 1U H rack mountable WE
26. identification is sent with the INPUT set as 3 or 4 the appropriate machine will send its software version number Again the reply would be the decimal value of the INPUT and OUTPUT the INPUT representing the number in front of the decimal point and the OUTPUT representing the number after it For example for version 3 5 the reply to the request to send the version number would be HEX codes 7D 83 85 81 ie 1284ect 34 for 2 byte 128 4ec 54 for 3 byte If the OUTPUT is set as 1 then the ASCII coding of the lettering following the machine s name is sent For example for the VS 7588YC the reply to the request to send the first suffix would be HEX codes 7D D9 C3 81 i e 1284 ASCII for Y 1284 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 OVR bit 4 byte is set then the video commands have universal meaning For example instruction 1 SWITCH VIDEO will cause all units including audio data etc to switch Similarly if a machine is in FOLLOW mode it will perform any video instruction NOTE 16 The reply to the REQUEST WHETHER PANEL IS LOCKED is as in NOTE 4 above
27. ight input 9 send hex codes 2A 84 80 81 and then send HEX codes 19 89 81 81 NOTE 25 For units which detect the validity of the video inputs Instruction 16 will be sent whenever the unit detects a change in the state of an input in real time For example if input 3 is detected as invalid the unit will send the HEX codes 10 83 84 81 If input 7 is detected as valid then the unit will send HEX codes 10 87 85 81 www2eamboard de Tel 07131 91190 ce tHfoqpeanssard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics LIMITED WARRANTY Kramer Electronics hereafter Kramer warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms HOWLONGIS THE WARRANTY Labor and parts are warranted for seven years from the date of the first customer purchase WHOIS PROTECTED Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty WHATIS COVERED AND WHATISNOT COVERED Except as below this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product The following are not covered by the warranty 1 Any product which is not distributed by Kramer or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer If you are uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the Web site www kramerelectronics com Any product on which the serial number has been defaced modified or removed 3 Damage deterioration or malfunction resu
28. im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics 5 Installing on a Rack This section describes what to do before installing on a rack and how to rack mount Before Installing in a Rack How to Rack Mount Before installing in a rack be sure that the environment is within the recommended range Operating temperature range 5 to 45 C 41 to 113 F Operating humidity range 10 to 90 RHL non condensing Storage temperature range 20 to 70 C 4 to 158 F Storage humidity range 5 to 95 RHL non condensing N CAUTION 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 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 Place the ears of the machine 2 Once rack mounted enough air will still flow around against the rack rails and insert the he machine proper screws not provided 3 The machine is placed straight in the correct a of the four holes in the horizontal position Note that 4 You do not overload the circuit s When connecting sn ame models the front panel he machine to the supply circuit ov
29. im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics Kramer Electronics Ltd USER MANUAL Model VS 44HD 4x4 SD HD SDI Matrix Switcher www camboard de Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics Contents 1 Introduction 1 2 Getting Started 1 2 1 Quick Start 1 3 Overview 3 4 Your VS 44HD 4x4 SD HD SDI Matrix Switcher 3 5 Installing on a Rack 6 6 Connecting Your VS 44HD 7 6 1 Connecting Your VS 44HD 4x4 SD HD SDI Matrix Switcher 7 6 2 Connecting the VS 44HD as a Dual Link 2x2 SD HD SDI Matrix Switcher 9 6 3 Setting the VS 44HD to work in the Dual Link Mode 10 6 4 Dipswitch Settings 11 6 4 1 Setting the Machine Dipswitches 11 6 5 Controlling via RS 232 for example using a PC 12 6 6 Controlling via the RS 485 Port 13 6 7 Factory Reset 14 6 8 Switching Genlocked Video Signals 14 6 9 Controlling via ETHERNET 14 6 9 1 Connecting the ETHERNET Port directly to a PC Crossover Cable 14 6 92 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub Straight Through Cable 16 6 9 3 Configuring the Ethernet Port 16 6 10 Controlling via the REMOTE Connector 16 7 Operating the VS 44HD 17 7 1 Switching OUT IN Combinations 17 7 2 Switching OUT IN Combinations in the Dual Link Mode 17 7 3 Confirming Settings 18 7 3 1 Toggling between the AT ONCE and CONFIRM Modes 18 7 3 2 Confirming a Switching Action 18 7 4 Storing Recalling Input Output Configurations 19 7 4 1 Storing an Input Output Configuration 19 7 4 2 Re
30. larly for the OUTPUT byte set as 7 the VIS source is the output selected using the OUTPUT byte Note also that on some machines the sync source is not software selectable but is selected using switches jumpers etc www2tamboard de Tel 07131 91190 ce tHfoqpeantissard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics amer Frotoco NOTE 6 If INPUT is set to 127 for these instructions then if the function is defined on this machine it replies with OUTPUT 1 If the function is not defined then the machine replies with OUTPUT 0 or with an error invalid instruction code If the INPUT is set to 126 for these instructions then if possible the machine will return the current setting of this function even for the case that the function is not defined For example for a video switcher which always switches during the VIS of input 1 and its VIS setting cannot be programmed otherwise the reply to the HEX code 0A FE 80 81 ie request VIS setting with INPUT set as 1264 would be HEX codes 4A FE 81 81 ie VIS setting 1 which is defined as VIS from input 1 NOTE 7 Setting OUTPUT to 0 will return the VIS source setting as defined in instruction 7 Setting to 1 will return the input or output of the sync source for the case where the VIS source is set as 6 or as 7 in instruction 7 Setting to 2 returns the vertical sync frequency 0 for no input sync 50 for PAL 60 for NTSC 127 for error NOTE 8
31. les e Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality and position your Kramer VS 44HD away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust 4 Your VS 44HD 4x4 SD HD SDI Matrix Switcher Figure 1 Table 1 and Table 2 define the VS 44HD 4x4 SD HD SDI Matrix Switcher 1 Switching is implemented during the vertical interval period according to the SMPTE RP 168 standard when using synchronized SDI sources 2 The sources must be genlocked to the GENLOCK input in order to switch cleanly wwwlsimboard de Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 Mev ernen von Your vs A MPO Electronics OUTPUT SELECTOR Figure 1 VS 44HD 4x4 SD HD SDI Matrix Switcher www camboard de Tel 07131 911201 Ce THOM Catboafrd de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von va MBOARD Electranics Table 1 Front Panel VS 44HD 4x4 SD HD SDI Matrix Switcher Feature Function 1 IR Receiver The red LED illuminates when receiving signals from the infrared remote control transmitter 2 POWER Switch Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF 3 INPUT SELECTOR Select the input to switch to the output from 1 to 4 Buttons In the dual link mode select input 1 or 2 to switch dual link 1 or 2 to the outputs Press input buttons 1 2 and 3 simultaneously to reset the machine to its factory default
32. lting 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 iti Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by Kramer iv Any shipment of the product claims must be presented to the carrier v Removalor installation 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 WILLNOT PAY FOR We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items We will not pay for the following 1 Removal or installations charges 2 Costs of initial technical adjustments set up including adjustment of user 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 IM
33. ndalone VS 44HD unit set the Machine to 1 When connecting more than one VS 44HD unit set the first machine the Master that is closest to the PC as Machine 1 dipswitches are set to OFF Table 3 Machine Dipswitch Settings Mach DIP1 DIP2 DIP3 DIP4 1 OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF on OFF OFF ON OFF OFF OFF on on OFF ON oFF OFF OFF ON OFF on OFF ON ON OFF OFF ON on on INIo om AJ OJN wwwiilmboard de Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics 6 5 Controlling via RS 232 for example using a PC To connect a PC to the VS 44HD unit using the Null modem adapter provided with the machine recommended e Connect the RS 232 DB9 rear panel port on the VS 44HD unit to the Null modem adapter and connect the Null modem adapter with a 9 wire flat cable to the RS 232 DB9 port on your PC To connect a PC to the VS 44HD unit without using a Null modem adapter e Connect the RS 232 DB9 port on your PC to the RS 232 DB9 rear panel port on the VS 44HD unit as Figure 5 illustrates PN E Connected lo PIN E Ground Coni d to PIN PN Connected to PIN 5 Fomale DBS From PC Malo DBS PIN 4 Ci d to PIN PINS 8 7 1 Connected together If a shielded cable is used connect the shield to PIN 5 Figure 5 Connecting a PC without using a Null mod
34. o the GENLOCK input in order to switch cleanly 2 The unit will detect automatically when SD SDI inputs are used 3 If a change is made to the resolution or refresh rate The button will not flash if the new timing is the same as that previously selected www tamboard de Tel 07131 91190 ce tHfoqeantissard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics 2 Select Properties 3 Right click Local Area Connection Properties Select Properties The Local Area Connection Properties window appears 5 Select the Internet Protocol TCP IP and click the Properties Button see Figure 7 Local Area Connection Properties xl General Connect using Big IBM Netfinity 10 100 Ethernet Adapter Components checked are used by this connection E Client for Microsoft Networks S File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks Internet Protocol TCP IP vi ivi ivi Install Uninstall Properties Description Transmission Control Protocol Internet Protocol The default wide area network protocol that provides communication across diverse interconnected networks IV Show icon in taskbar when connected OK Cancel Figure 7 Local Area Connection Properties Window 6 Select Use the following IP address and fill in the details as shown in Figure 8 7 Click OK General You can get IP settings assigned automatically if your network supports this capability Otherwise y
35. ou need to ask your network administrator for the appropriate IP settings C Obtain an IP address automatically Use the following IP address IP address 192 168 1 2 Subnet mask Default gateway Irre ei Obtain DNS server address automatically Use the following DNS server addresses Preferred DNS server Alternate DNS server pez eer Figure 8 Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties Window wwwlimboard de Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von GAMBOARR Electron ics 6 9 2 Through Cable You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS 44HD to the Ethernet port on a Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub Straight network hub or network router via a straight through cable with RJ 45 connectors 6 9 3 Configuring the Ethernet Port After connecting the Ethernet port you have to install and configure it For detailed instructions on how to install and configure your Ethernet port see the Ethernet Configuration FC 11 guide pdf on our Web site http www kramerelectronics com 6 10 Connecting the REMOTE terminal block connector to a contact closure switch enables you to route an input to an output by remote control For example to route input 1 to output 4 as the example in Figure 9 illustrates momentarily touch firstly output 4 to the Ground and then secondly input 1 to the Ground In the dual link mode only inputs
36. rease hue 9 decrease hue 16 increase H phase 17 decrease H phase 18 increase V position 19 decrease V position 24 INCREASE Equal to input output number 0 increase output 24 DECREASE AUDIO whose parameter is to be increased 1 decrease output PARAMETER decreased 2 increase left output 0 all 3 decrease left output 4 increase right output 5 decrease right output 6 increase input 7 decrease input 8 increase left input 9 decrease left input 10 increase right input 11 decrease right input 25 REQUEST AUDIO Equal to input output number 0 6 24 PARAMETER whose parameter is requested 26 REQUEST VIDEO Equal to input output number 0 6 24 PARAMETER whose video parameter is requested 30 LOCK FRONT PANEL 0 Panel unlocked 0 2 1 Panel locked 31 REQUEST WHETHER 0 0 16 PANEL IS LOCKED 32 RESERVED Sate ie 10 to 35 40 DIRECT MEMORY Memory address Data 20 SAVE 42 AUDIO PARAMETER INPUT Bit 0 Gain 24 SETTINGS FOR 10 O input 1 output 1 Bass INSTRUCTIONS 22 l1 Left 2 Treble 24 25 l2 Right 3 Midrange wwwiimboard de Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMB AR amer Protoco D Electronics INSTRUCTION DEFINITION FOR SPECIFIC INSTRUCTION NOTE DESCRIPTION INPUT OUTPUT 43 VIDEO PARAMETER 1 Input 0 video gain 24 SETTINGS FOR 2 Output 1 contrast INSTRU
37. rence input Connect the GENLOCK cable If the HD input signal that is connected is one of the following it is necessary to set it up as follows e 108019 60Hz press and hold INPUT 1 button for 3 seconds The button will flash to indicate that the set up was completed e 108019 50Hz or 720p 50Hz press and hold INPUT 2 button for 3 seconds The button will flash to indicate that the set up was completed e 720p 60Hz press and hold INPUT 3 button for 3 seconds The button will flash to indicate that the set up was completed When turning the machine ON the appropriate button will flash to indicate the latest setup last setup is saved 6 9 Controlling via ETHERNET You can connect the VS 44HD via the Ethernet using a crossover cable see section 6 9 1 for direct connection to the PC or a straight through cable see section 6 9 2 for connection via a network hub or network router 6 9 1 Connecting the ETHERNET Port directly to a PC Crossover Cable You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS 44HD 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 44HD during the initial configuration After connecting the Ethernet port configure your PC as follows 1 Right click the My Network Places icon on your desktop 1 According to SMPTE RP 168 The sources must be genlocked t
38. ted OUTPUT button switches OFF and the OUTPUT buttons illuminate according to the signal routed to the relevant output Note that e The OUTPUT button color changes during routing according to the color of the input button green for standard definition or blue for high definition e Ifan OUTPUT button is not selected that button will not illuminate e Ifan OUTPUT is connected to the input with no signal connected that OUTPUT button will not illuminate 7 2 Switching OUT IN Combinations in the Dual Link Mode To switch an input to an output in the Dual Link Mode via the front panel buttons in the AT ONCE mode for immediate switching do the following Press an OUTPUT button either 1 2 or ALL The selected OUTPUT button illuminates brightly as does the 7 segment display 1 For details of how to route an input to an output using the REMOTE connector see section 6 10 2 For immediate switching wwwlK amp imboard de Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics perating t 2 Press an INPUT button either 1 2 or OFF The selected input switches to the selected output and that input button illuminates brightly The digits displayed in the 7 segment display change as appropriate 7 3 Confirming Settings Choose to work in the AT ONCE or the CONFIRM mode see section 7 3 1 When the VS 44HD operates in the AT ONCE mode pressing an OUT IN combination implem
39. tput is required connect that output and leave the other outputs unconnected wwwlsimboard de Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von GAMBOARR Electronics onnectin 1 al a Dual Link N Preview SS gt Dual Link Dual l ink Figure 3 Connecting the VS 44HD as a Dual Link 2x2 SD HD SDI Matrix Switcher 6 3 Setting the VS 44HD to work in the Dual Link Mode You can set the VS 44HD to work in the dual link mode as follows To switch to the dual link mode press and hold the OFF front panel button for 3 seconds until a red dot illuminates on the display on the second segment of the 7 segment display and the OFF button blinks To exit the dual link mode press and hold the OFF front panel button for 3 seconds until the red dot on the display disappears and the OFF button blinks www amboard de Tel 07131 91190 ce tHfoqpeantissard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von GAMBOARR Electronics onnectin 6 4 Dipswitch Settings By default all dipswitches are set to OFF Figure 4 illustrates the VS 44HD dipswitches SETUP Figure 4 VS 44HD SETUP Dipswitches 6 4 1 Setting the Machine Dipswitches The Machine determines the position of a VS 44HD unit specifying which VS 44HD unit is being controlled when several VS 44HD units connect to a PC or serial controller Set the Machine on a VS 44HD unit via SETUP DIPS 1 2 3 and 4 according to Table 3 When using a sta
40. wer down settings NOTE 2 These are bi directional definitions That is if the switcher receives the code it will perform the instruction and if the instruction is performed due to a keystroke operation on the front panel then these codes are sent For example if the HEX code 01 85 88 83 was sent from the PC then the switcher machine 3 will switch input 5 to output 8 If the user switched input 1 to output 7 via the front panel keypad then the switcher will send HEX codes 4l 81 87 83 to the PC When the PC sends one of the commands in this group to the switcher then if the instruction is valid the switcher replies by sending to the PC the same four bytes that it was sent except for the first byte where the DESTINATION bit is set high NOTE 3 SETUP 0 is the present setting SETUP 1 and higher are the settings saved in the switcher s memory i e those used for Store and Recall NOTE 4 The reply to a REQUEST instruction is as follows the same instruction and INPUT codes as were sent are returned and the OUTPUT is assigned the value of the requested parameter The replies to instructions 10 and 11 are as per the definitions in instructions 7 and 8 respectively For example if the present status of machine number 5 is breakaway setting then the reply to the HEX code 0B 80 80 85 would be HEX codes 4B 80 81 85 NOTE 5 For the OUTPUT byte set as 6 the VIS source is the input selected using the OUTPUT byte Simi
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