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Kramer Electronics VS-162V video switch

1. Figure 23 Machine Identification 11 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 162V 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 1 Without having to switch the power off and on 2 Sometimes called a soft reset 3 Each VS 162V 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 55 Upgrading the Flash Memory 12 12 1 3 Press the OUT button 2 for example to reset to the factory default The TAKE LED flashes and The displays show the messages Reset to factory default WARNING Press TAKE to execute 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 Upgrading the Flash Memory Th
2. 43 to the RS 485 ports on the VS 162V units 27 Connecting a Control Interface R amp 232 IN RS 232 OUT KRAMER TOOLS Interface Converter MACHINE ADDRESS 1 DIP 8 OFF MACHINE ADDRESS 7 DIP OFF 32x32 Composite Video Switcher 4 VS 162V Units MACHINE ADDRESS 2 DIP 8 OFF MACHINE ADDRESS 8 DIP 8 ON Figure 17 An RS 485 Control Interface Setup 28 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting a Control Interface 9 3 Configuring the Sync On the VS 162V you can select one of the following as the sync input EXTERNAL sync in BNC connector INPUT 4 1 BNC connector e MTX Sync from Matrix RS 485 terminal block connector when using multiple machines 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 7 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 othe
3. IN SYNC LOOP TERM Go Choose OUTkey 4 to configure MTX SWITCHING METHOD setting IN SYNC LOOP TERM 9 Q Choose OUTkey 4 to configure MTX SWITCHING METHOD setting IN SYNC LOOP TERM Figure 21 Choosing the MTX SYNC from Matrix Setting 1 Item 3 in Figure 2 Item 5 in Figure 1 3 This sets the matrix sync configuration from another Master machine 4 Via a straight connection of all 4 PINS 49 MENU Commands 11 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 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 17 2 3 or 4 For example OUT button 3 to set the internal sync configuration The TAKE LED flashes and the MATRIX display shows the message Press TAKE to configure from INTERNAL Input 1 4 Press TAKE button The displays show the messages SWITCHING METHOD current changed From In 1 11 6 Choosing the Extended Keyboard Setting Section 9 4 describes how to connect a remote unit Activate or deactivate it by setting the extended Keyboard setting ON or OFF To set
4. Step 1 Mount the machine see section 5 Mount the machine in a rack or stick the 4 rubber feet to the underside D Connect the inputs 2 Connect the outputs 3 Connect the RS 232 control Audlo Connections not shown Dispay lt s Display 1 Recorder 1 Video Player 1 Recorder 16 Video Player 16 Step 3 Turn the power ON Step 4 Operate the machine see section 10 Read the connections and the status Use MENU to on the 7 segment display and enter commande 0000000000000000 4 0000000000000000 ee TAKE Pre Uee the IN and OUT buttons to ewitch to confirm the inputs to the outputs actione Operate via the front panel buttons 252 and RS 485 2 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Overview Overview The Kramer VS 162V 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 162V can be configured as follows e 8 8 for s Video Y C e 5 5 for YUV or RGB with the sync on the green signal 4x4 for RGBS signals A main advantage of the VS 162V 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 1616SDI a 16x16 digital video matrix switcher VS 1616AD a 16x16 digital audio matrix swi
5. 11 2 Choosing the Follow 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 Non linear editing systems that sometimes combine video with analog audio and at other times combine video with digital audio Duplication systems that make Master tapes from programs with different formats composite analog component analog and component digital When the VS 162V functions in the Follow SYSTEM mode the VS 162V switches with other 16x16 matrix switchers implementing the same action simultaneously Breakaway from SYSTEM mode the VS 162V functions independently implementing an action independently of the others The VS 162V unit will function in the Follow SYSTEM mode if at least one other VS 162V unit is set to the Follow SYSTEM mode and these units interconnect via an RS 232 and or RS 485 communication line To set the VS 162V 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 Press the TAKE button The displays show the messages set UNIT follow SYSTEM current Press TAKE to execute breakaway Press the TAKE button again The MATRIX display momentarily shows this message followed by the 1 Video and the audio channels switch
6. Configuration VS 162Vs Needed to Make a 16x16 Switcher Composite 1 s Video Y C 2 YUV RGB 3 RGBS 4 Configuring a 2 Unit 16x16 Y C Switcher To configure a 16x16 s Video Y C video matrix switcher combine two VS 162V switchers Connect as shown in Figure 7 substituting the C unit for the U unit and ignoring the V unit Set the DIP switches as shown in Figure 7 Connect the communication line via the RS 232 or RS 485 control interface as described in section 9 1 The front panel is not locked and the MATRIX and STATUS LCD Displays illuminate 13 Configuring the VS 162V Video Matrix Switcher 7 2 2 Configuring a 3 Unit 16x16 YUV RGB Switcher To configure a 16x16 YUV video matrix switcher combine three VS 162V switchers as shown in Figure 7 16 OUTPUT GENLOCK SOURCE OPTIONAL 1 OUTPUT yo a a 666 TERM TERM Y1 INPUT Y16 INPUT U16 OUTPUT 66666 e Al O 2 Mo O TERM eR U16 INPUT U1 INPUT V16 OUTPUT V1 OUTPUT m a V1 INPUT YUV YUV
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8. Note the following A standalone machine is always set to MACHINE 1 When configuring multiple VS 162V units or a matrix of VS 162V machines the array is viewed as one large unit and the DIP switches of all machines are set to the same MACHINE However each machine is set to a unique MACHINE ADDRESS with a menu command on its display panel according to the addressing rule shown in Figure 8 When configuring a mix of different model machines each group of models receives a different MACHINE and each machine is set to a unique MACHINE ADDRESS see section 7 4 Setting the DIP Switches Configure the VS 162V by setting the 8 DIP switches as Figure 12 and Table 5 define SYSTEM MODE SLAVE MODE RS 232 NULL MODEM RS 485 TERMINATION vv Y Y YON 12345 6 7 8 Figure 12 Rear Panel DIP switches Table 5 DIP switch Definitions DIP switch Function 1 4 Set the MACHINE see Table 6 in section 8 2 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 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 4
9. To prevent changing the settings accidentally or tampering with the unit via the front panel buttons lock your VS 162V Unlocking releases the protection mechanism To lock the VS 162V 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 e To unlock the VS 162V Either Pressthe MENU button The MATRIX display shows the message to UNLOCK front panel press TAKE The TAKE LED flashes 2 Pressthe TAKE button The front panel unlocks and the MATRIX display momentarily shows the message Front panel UNLOCKED Or 1 Press the TAKE button twice The front panel unlocks and the same messages show as in steps 1 and 2 above 1 Nevertheless even though the front panel is locked you can still operate via RS 232 or RS 485 serial 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 4l MENU Commands
10. Clearing means disconnecting the output from any of the inputs and leaving it disconnected 2 For example pressing OUT button 9 shows the flashing 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 4 Continuously within the limit of the timeout approximately 30 seconds to one minute 35 Operating Your Video Matrix Switcher 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 10 5 2 Clearing Several Outputs To clear several outputs in the AT ONCE mode 1 Press appropriate OUT button The MATRIX display shows the two flashing digits representing the present input number for that specific output If the present output is clear the two flashing digits 00 appear 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 2 Repeat step 1 above Press the OFF button The MATRIX display shows the two flashing digits 00 instead of the previous two flashing digits and the TAKE LED flashes T
11. 16 1 OUTPUTS yuv YUV 1 16 INPUTS Figure 7 Configuring a 16x16 YUV RGB Switcher with 3 VS 162V Units 1 For a description of how to connect the RS 485 connectors between the VS 162V switchers refer to section 9 2 14 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Configuring the VS 162V Video Matrix Switcher 7 2 3 Configuring a 4 Unit 16x16 RGBS Switcher To configure four VS 162V switchers as a 16x16 RGBS video matrix switcher combine three VS 162V switchers for YUV RGB as shown in Figure 7 73 Configuring a Multi Unit Matrix Switcher You can greatly expand the number of inputs and outputs using several VS so lt 162V units To do this you must set a unique MACHINE ADDRESS see section 8 3 on each VS 162V unit This defines which inputs and outputs are configured to a particular unit 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 2 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 ADDRES
12. 2 MACHINE ADDRESS 2 600060000000060 17 1819 72 OUTPUTS 17 32 0 0 0 9 0 0101019 0 610101 2 4 D s 123 16 OUTPUTS 1 16 Figure 10 Connecting the 32x32 Switcher 7 4 Configuring a System of Interconnected Switchers A major advantage of the VS 162V is that it belongs to the series of 16x16 matrix switchers that can interconnect 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 1616SDI 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 18 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Configuring the VS 162V Video Matrix Switcher 32x32 Composite Video Matri
13. EE t t ND lt OO 2 25 ui 9 gt FOR RS 485 FOR RS 485 Figure 15 RS 485 Connector PINOUT To connect an RS 485 connector on one VS 162V 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 162V unit to the PIN on the second VS 162V unit or other unit 2 Connect the PIN on the first VS 162V unit to the PIN on the second VS 162V unit or other unit 3 Ifshielded 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 9 3 and Figure 21 in section 11 5 1 1 See section 8 26 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting a Control Interface To another unit or controller Unit 1 e 2 gt le oO gt Ro Oe EH J t 2 O nad Unit 2 To another unit Figure 16 Connecting the RS 485 Connectors between Two VS 162V Units Figure 17 illustrates the RS 485 line that connects Between each VS 162V unit To the PC via a Kramer Tools VP 43xl Interface Converter connect the 9 pin D sub PC COM port to the RS 232 in 9 pin D sub port on the VP 43xl Next connect the RS 485 port on
14. OUTPUTS 1 to 16 on both VS 162V 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 two VS 162V units form a 32x16 switcher MACHINE 1 MACHINE ADDRESS 7 96660666 1616 16 INPUTS 17 32 3 MACHINE 1 MACHINE ADDRESS 1 INPUTS 1 16 ny Figure 9 Configuring a 32x16 Switcher 16 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Configuring the VS 162V Video Matrix Switcher 7 3 2 Configuring a 32x32 Switcher As shown in Figure 8 a 32x32 switcher consists of four VS 162V units MACHINE ADDRESS 1 MACHINE ADDRESS 2 MACHINE ADDRESS 7 and MACHINE ADDRESS 8 To assemble as shown in Figure 10 1 2 Set the same MACHINE on all the four VS 162V units Set the MACHINE ADDRESS to 1 2 7 and 8 on each of the four units respectively refer to Figure 8 Set DIP 6 OFF on each of the four VS 162V units Using T connectors connect INPUTS 1 to 16 on the VS 162V unit designated as MACHINE ADDRESS 2 with INPUTS 1 to 16 on the VS 162V unit designated as MACHINE ADDRESS 1 Terminate the INPUTS on MACHINE ADDRESS 2 to 75Q push in the TERM button next to the INPUT BNCs and put the inputs in MACHINE ADDRESS 1 into Hi Z state release the TERM buttons next
15. all outputs 3 OFF Button An OFF OUT combination disconnects that output from the inputs an OFF ALL combination disconnects all the outputs 4 STO Button Stores the current setting in the non volatile memory 5 RCL Button Recalls a setup from the non volatile memory 6 LCD MATRIX display Displays the selected input s switched to the output s above or below the corresponding OUTPUT label and user interface messages 7 LCD STATUS Display Displays the matrix status 8 OUT Buttons Select the output to which the input is switched from 1 to 16 9 IN Buttons Select the input to switch to the output from 1 to 16 10 MENU Button Selects the programming commands to setup the switcher 11 TAKE Button Used to confirm and complete setup and switching 12 SYNC INBNC Connector Connects to the external video sync source 13 LOOP BNC Connects to the SYNC IN connector on the next unit Connector 14 TERM SYNC Button Press to terminate at 75Q or release for looping 15 EXT extension KEYS Connects to an external keyboard remote unit Terminal Block Connectors 16 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 17 RS 232 IN 9 pin D sub F Port Connects to the PC or the Remote Controller 18 RS 232 OUT 9 pin D sub Connects to the RS 232 IN 9 pin D sub port of the next unit in the Port daisy chain connection 19 SETUP DIP Switches DIP switches for setup
16. for RGBS group the inputs and outputs into sets of 4 as shown in Figure 6 OUTPUT 2 6 7 1 1 ENLARGED VIEW i I Figure 6 Configuring the VS 162V for RGBS 1 Input 16 and output 16 are not used 12 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Configuring the VS 162V Video Matrix Switcher 7 2 7 2 1 Configuring 16x16 Multi Channel Video Switchers You can configure VS 162V units as a 16x16 multi channel video switcher for e s Video Y C see section 7 2 1 YUV RGB see section 7 2 2 e RGBS see section 7 2 3 You may need several VS 162V units to expand the system as Table 4 defines For example for composite configuration a single VS 162V unit provides 16 inputs and 16 outputs However for s Video Y C configuration you need two VS 162V units to provide 16 inputs and 16 outputs In a multi channel video switcher configuration one unit must be the master with DIP 6 OFF while 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 Note To activate a multi channel video switcher so that each unit is in the same state from the outset turn on the master unit power before turning on the slave units Table 4 16x16 Multi Channel Configurations
17. of the unit 20 REMOTE IR 3 5mm Mini Jack Connect to an external IR receiver unit for controlling the machine via an IR remote controller instead of using the front panel IR receiver 21 Power Switch Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF 22 OUTBNC Connectors Connect to the video acceptors from 1 to 16 23 IN BNC Connectors Connect to the video sources from 1 to 16 24 TERM IN Buttons Press to terminate at 75Q or release for looping 25 Power Connector with Fuse AC connector enabling power supply to the unit 1 In sections 11 1 and 12 2 the word Displays 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 9 pin D sub port of the previous unit in the line 4 Can be used instead of the front panel built in IR receiver to remotely control the machine see section 4 1 5 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 SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Your Video Matrix Switcher 4 1 Using the IR Transmitter You can use the RC IR2 IR transmitter to control the machine via the built in IR receiver on the front panel or instead via an optional external IR receiver The external IR receiver can be located 15 meters away from the machine T
18. 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 OFIMPLIED 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 OFDAMAGES 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 Elec
19. the extended KEYBOARD mode do the following 1 Press 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 ON 1 Indicating that the machine is currently set to the external switching method setting 2 Indicating that the external keys are currently activated 50 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY MENU Commands Press the OUT button 7 to deactivate the External keys The TAKE LED flashes and the displays show the messages Turn OFF external keys current Press TAKE to execute X key ON Press the TAKE button The displays show the messages External Keyboard mode current changed X key OFF 11 7 Setting the STORE RECALL KEYBOARD Mode Choose one of these STORE RECALL KEYBOARD modes At ONCE mode in which setups are stored recalled immediately without the need for user confirmation 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 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 sho
20. to the INPUT BNCs INPUTS 1 to 16 become the SYSTEM INPUTS 1 to 16 Using T connectors connect INPUTS 17 to 32 on the VS 162V unit designated as MACHINE ADDRESS 8 with INPUTS 17 to 32 on the VS 162V unit designated as MACHINE ADDRESS 7 Terminate the INPUTS on MACHINE ADDRESS 8 to 75 Qbush 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 INPUTS 17 to 32 Using T connectors connect OUTPUTS 1 to 16 on the VS 162V unit designated as MACHINE ADDRESS 7 with OUTPUTS 1 to 16 on the VS 162V unit designated as MACHINE ADDRESS 1 OUTPUTS 1 to 16 become the SYSTEM OUTPUTS 1 to 16 Using T connectors connect OUTPUTS 17 to 32 on the VS 162V unit designated as MACHINE ADDRESS 8 with OUTPUTS 17 to 32 on the VS 162V unit designated as MACHINE ADDRESS 2 OUTPUTS 17 to 32 become the SYSTEM OUTPUTS 17 to 32 The 4 VS 162V units form a 32x32 switcher 1 Set to 1 in most cases In the example in Figure 10 the MACHINE is set to 2 2 Item 10 on the rear panel in Figure 1 Configuring the VS 162V Video Matrix Switcher MACHINE 2 MACHINE ADDRESS 7 MACHINE 2 MACHINE ADDRESS 8 600660066666666 KAXXI 610 19 hd INPUTS 17 32 MACHINE 2 MACHINE ADDRESS 1 MACHINE
21. 1 81 81 81 81 8 8 81 8 IN 0 0 0 0 ot o1 of ot 01 Of Of OF 15 8F 8F 8F 8F 8F 8F 8F 8 82 88 84 85 86 87 88 89 8A 8B 8C 8D 8E BF 90 8 8 8 8 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 81 8 8 81 8 IN 0 0 0 0 07 o1 of of 01 OF OF OF O 16 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 8 82 88 84 85 86 87 88 89 8A 8B 8C 8D 8E BF 90 8 8 8 8 si 8 amp 1 81 81 81 81 81 81 amp et 8 81 8 60 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED WARRANTY Kramer Electronics hereafter Kramer warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms HOW LONGIS 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 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 c
22. 2V unit is configured for composite video with 16 inputs and 16 outputs as shown in Figure 3 1 Including VS 1616A a 16x16 analog balanced stereo audio matrix switcher the VS 1616SDI a 16x16 digital video matrix switcher and the VS 1616AD a 16x16 digital audio matrix switcher 10 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Configuring the VS 162V Video Matrix Switcher Display 1 Display 16 Video Player 1 Video Player 16 Figure 3 Configuring the VS 162V for Composite Video CV 7 1 2 Configuring an 8x8 s Video Y C Switcher To configure a single VS 162V switcher as an 8x8 video matrix switcher with 8 inputs and 8 outputs for s Video Y C group the inputs and outputs into pairs as shown in Figure 4 OUTPUT2 INPUTS A zd ENLARGED VIEW 2 2 6 6 Figure 4 Configuring the VS 162V for s Video Y C 11 Configuring the VS 162V Video Matrix Switcher 7 1 3 Configuring a 5x5 YUV RGB Switcher To configure a single VS 162V switcher as a 5x5 video matrix switcher for YUV RGB group the inputs and outputs into sets of 3 as shown in Figure 5 The YUV channel is also appropriate for In this case connect G for Y R for V and B for U INPUT 4 11 12 4 ENLARGED VIEW Figure 5 Configuring the VS 162V for YUV RGB 7 1 4 Configuring 4 4 RGBS Switcher To configure a single VS 162V switcher as a 4x4 video matrix switcher
23. 4 VS 162V Units Connecting to a 25 pin PC COM Port without a Null Modem Adapter RS 485 Connector PINOUT Connecting the RS 485 Connectors between Two VS 162V Units An RS 485 Control Interface Setup Keyboard Extension EXT KEYS Connector Default Startup Status Display Sequence Sequence of MENU Commands Choosing the MTX SYNC from Matrix Setting Choosing what to INDICATE Machine Identification Table 1 Front Panel VS 162V 16x16 Video Matrix Switcher Features Table 2 Quick Reference Operating Guide for a Single Machine Table 3 Standalone Switcher Configuration for CV Y C YUV RGB and RGBS Table 4 16x16 Multi Channel Configurations Table 5 DIP switch Definitions Table 6 Machine DIP Switch Settings Table 7 Summary of Basic RC IR2 Setups Table 8 Summary of Basic RC IR2 Operations Table 9 Technical Specifications of the VS 162V Video Matrix Switcher Table 10 Hex Table for the VS 162V Video Matrix Switcher 11 11 12 12 14 15 16 18 19 20 23 25 26 27 28 30 31 40 49 52 55 10 13 20 21 53 54 59 60 iii Introduction 1 Introduction Welcome to Kramer Electronics Since 1981 Kramer Electronics has been providing a world of unique creative 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 O
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25. 85 line is open 1 See section 9 1 20 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Understanding Addressing and System Modes 8 2 Setting the MACHINE To control a unit via RS 232 or RS 485 each unit must 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 162V unit according to Table 6 A valid MACHINE is from 1 to 15 0 is not a valid address Table 6 Machine DIP Switch Settings MACHINE DIP SWITCH MACHINE DIP SWITCH 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 ON OFF OFF OFF 9 ON OFF OFF ON 2 OFF ON OFF OFF 10 OFF ON OFF 3 ON ON OFF OFF 11 ON OFF 4 OFF OFF OFF 12 OFF OFF 5 ON OFF OFF 13 ON OFF 6 OFF ON OFF 14 OFF ON 7 ON ON ON OFF 15 ON ON 8 OFF OFF OFF ON 8 3 Setting the MACHINE ADDRESS The MACHINE ADDRESS is determined via the MACHINE ADDRESS Menu command as section 11 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 ADDRESS is from 1 to 36 8 4 Understanding the SYSTEM Mode DIP switch 5 defines whether the VS 162V unit communicates with other switchers via a
26. Kramer Electronics Ltd USER MANUAL Model VS 162V 16x16 Video Matrix Switcher Contents Contents 1 Introduction Getting Started 2 1 Quick Start 3 Overview 4 Your Video Matrix Switcher 4 1 Using the IR Transmitter 5 Installing the VS 162V in a Rack 6 Installing and Operating a Single VS 162V Overview 7 Configuring the VS 162V Video Matrix Switcher 1 1 Configuring Standalone VS 162V 7 1 1 Configuring a 16x16 Composite Video Switcher 7 1 2 Configuring an 8x8 s Video Y C Switcher 7 1 3 Configuring a 5x5 YUV RGB Switcher 7 1 4 Configuring a 4 4 RGBS Switcher 7 2 Configuring 16x16 Multi Channel Video Switchers 7 2 Configuring a 2 Unit 16x16 Y C Switcher 7 2 2 Configuring a 3 Unit 16x16 YUV RGB Switcher 7 23 Configuring a 4 Unit 16x16 RGBS Switcher 7 3 Configuring a Multi Unit Matrix Switcher 731 Configuring a 32x16 Switcher 7 3 2 Configuring a 32x32 Switcher 7 4 Configuring a System of Interconnected Switchers 8 Understanding Addressing and System Modes 8 1 Setting the DIP Switches 8 2 Setting the MACHINE 8 3 Setting the MACHINE ADDRESS 8 4 Understanding the SYSTEM Mode 8 5 Understanding the SLAVE Mode 9 Connecting a Control Interface 9 1 Connecting the RS 232 Control Interface 9 1 1 Connecting Two Units with a Null Modem Adapter 9 1 2 Connecting Two Units without a Null Modem Adapter 9 13 Connecting to a 9 pin PC COM Port with a Null Modem Adapter 9 14 Connecting to a 9 pin PC COM Port without a Null Modem A
27. LED flashes and The displays show the messages Change to the LARGE MATRIX Current Press TAKE to confirm 16 16 Press the TAKE button again The displays show the messages READY to set MACHINE ADDRESS Current use OUTkey 1 9 0 1 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 At this stage you can enter another MACHINE ADDRESS by pressing another OUT button 1 Indicating that the machine is not set to the large matrix setting 2 For example if currently configured for standalone 45 MENU Commands 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 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 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
28. NCE mode or the CONFIRM mode In the AT ONCE default mode e Actions require no user confirmation e Execution is immediate e 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 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 section10 6 3 Failure to press the TAKE button within 30 seconds to one minute the Timeout will abort the action 31 Operating Your Video Matrix Switcher 10 3 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 flashes e You cannot toggle between the AT ONCE and CONFIRM modes e You can execute the previous action by pressing TAKE button You can cancel the previous action by pressing non relevant button for example the MENU button 10 4 Switching Y
29. S 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 OUTPUTS 49 64 OUTPUTS 65 80 OUTPUTS 81 96 Figure 8 MACHINE ADDRESS Designation 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 this 15 Configuring the VS 162V Video Matrix Switcher 7 3 1 Configuring a 32x16 Switcher A 32x16 switcher consists of two VS 162V units MACHINE ADDRESS 1 and MACHINE ADDRESS 7 as shown in Figure 8 To make this configuration as shown in Figure 9 1 Set the MACHINE on both VS 162V units to 1 see section 8 2 2 Set the MACHINE ADDRESS on one VS 162V unit to 1 and on the other VS 162V unit to 7 refer to Figure 8 3 Set DIP 6 OFF on both VS 162V units Using T connectors connect
30. TATUS Display shows the message current x Where x is the OUT button pressed 6 Press TAKE button again The TAKE LED flashes and The displays show the messages READY to change MACH ADDR from 01 Press TAKE to confirm to 0x 47 MENU Commands 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 message HIGHEST MACHINE ADDRESS Changed Choosing the SWITCHING METHOD Setting Section 11 5 1 describes the SWITCHING METHOD settings for standalone units and large matrices Section 11 5 2 describes how to configure a SWITCHING METHOD 11 5 1 Understanding the SWITCHING METHOD Settings Setting the VS 162V unit as a Stand Alone UNIT provides a choice of three 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 swit
31. TRIX display shows the message the UNIT is set in mode BREAKAWAY from system 11 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 VIDEO FORMAT setting yes gt TAKE next gt MENU 1 Pressing a different button cancels the operation and the switcher will remain in its previous state 43 MENU Commands 11 4 2 Press the TAKE button The displays show the messages Use OUTkey to configure current 1 1 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 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 such as an IN button 4 Press 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 Setting the MACHINE ADDRESS Press the MENU button until you reach the Setting the MACHINE ADDRESS command Choose the standalone or the l
32. an download it at http www kramerelectronics com KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Installing and Operating a Single VS 162V Overview 6 Installing and Operating a Single VS 162V Overview To install the VS 162V connect the following to the rear panel as required Power cord Video input and output cables e Control interface cables between switcher units or PC or other controller as described in section 9 Set the DIP switches as described in section 8 Set the system variables using the MENU function as described in section 11 By default the VS 162V is setup for operation as a single machine This means that it is 16x16 composite video switcher e Switched during the vertical interval of the external reference In particular be sure that the DIP switches are set as shown in Figure 2 for more information see section 8 1 MACHINE 1 Figure 2 DIP Switch Setup on a Single Machine To operate a single machine see Table 2 Table 2 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 defau
33. arge 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 The standalone setting to a large matrix setting see section 11 4 1 e large matrix setting to the standalone setting see section 11 4 2 large matrix setting to a large matrix setting with a different MACHINE ADDRESS see section 11 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 44 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY MENU Commands Plan your system according to the chart in Figure 8 before setting the MACHINE ADDRESS because in a matrix configuration you need to enter the highest MACHINE ADDRESS as well as the MACHINE ADDRESS 11 4 1 Changing the Standalone MACHINE ADDRESS 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 Press the TAKE button The displays show the messages OUTkey 1 Stand Alone UNIT Current 2 Large Matrix Alone Press the OUT button 2 The TAKE
34. ay shows the message Reset ALL Press TAKE to execute Press the TAKE button to confirm All the outputs are cleared and the TAKE LED lights 10 6 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 10 6 1 Storing Setups To store a setting do the following 1 Press the STO button The displays show the messages 1 You can press the OFF button first and then the ALL button the order is irrelevant 37 Operating Your Video Matrix Switcher 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 14 To enter the 3 press 10 followed by 3 The TAKE LED flashes 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 10 6 2 Recalling Setups To recall a setti
35. ching occurs during the vertical interval of the video reference signal connected to the IN SYNC 1 Via the MACHINE ADDRESS setting as section 11 4 describes 2 Item in Figure 1 48 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY MENU Commands connector this signal should be properly terminated via the TERM button INT 1 internal sync switching occurs during the vertical interval of the video reference signal connected to IN 1 Setting the VS 162V unit as a Large Matrix instead of as a Stand Alone UNIT provides a choice of 4 SWITCHING METHOD settings NoVIS EXT or INT 1 as described above 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 all VS 162V units simultaneously To choose the MTX SYNC from Matrix setting as shown in Figure 21 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 Matrix setting Video Reference EXT external sync WY Choose OUTkey 2 to configure EXT SWITCHING METHOD setting
36. common control line You can set DIP 5 OFF to disable the Follow SYSTEM mode in the following applications Standalone switcher applications multi channel video switcher application Anexpanded matrix switcher application 1 When using a single unit set the unit to MACHINE 1 2 See section 7 1 3 See section 7 2 4 See section 73 21 Connecting a Control Interface 8 5 You must set DIP 5 ON to enable the Follow SYSTEM mode in an interconnected varied format switcher application For a description of the Follow SYSTEM and Breakaway from SYSTEM menu modes see section 11 2 Understanding the SLAVE Mode The SLAVE mode is only used for the multi channel video switcher configuration for example when using three VS 162V units to form a YUV switcher as shown in Figure 7 One unit is used as the master and the other two units are slaves The slaves always follow the master In the example shown in Figure 7 the first VS 162V unit is the master with DIP 6 set OFF disabling the slave mode and the second and third VS 162V units are slaves with DIP 6 set ON enabling the slave mode On both slave VS 162V units the MATRIX and STATUS Displays do not illuminate and the STATUS Display shows the following message Keyboard LOCKED However the STATUS Display on each slave VS 162V unit dynamically shows all changes made from the master VS 162V unit Front panel control is via the master VS 162V
37. d Remote Control Transmitter e Dry contact closure switches connected to the keyboard extension 10 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 30 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating Your Video Matrix Switcher OUTPUT MATRIX STATUS OUTPUT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 INPUT KRAMER ELECTROMI Ltg Software INPUT Wo 16e VIDEO MATRI Ver 1 5 9 10 11 12 13 MATRIX STATUS OUTPUT 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 INPUT LIMIT 81 16781 16 Format MATRIS ineout 91 16 81 16 tity OUTPUT 9 10 1 12 13 14 15 16 STATUS OUTPUT 4 5 6 F 8 INPUT G1 B2 B3 6465 06 98 INS 89 18 11 i2 13 14 15 16 91 16 OUTPUT 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Figure 19 Default Startup Status Display Sequence 10 2 Using the Front Panel Buttons You can switch see section 10 4 and clear see section 10 5 e One input to one output e Several inputs to several outputs One input to all outputs Choose to work in the AT O
38. dapter 9 1 5 Connecting to a 25 pin PC COM Port with a Null Modem Adapter 9 1 6 Connecting to a 25 pin PC COM Port without a Null Modem Adapter 9 2 Connecting the RS 485 Control Interface 9 3 Configuring the Sync 9 4 Connecting the KEYBOARD EXTENSION CS onua e i e 2 NNNYNYDN WY Neee NNNNNNNNNNN fH PW b Contents 10 10 1 10 2 10 3 10 4 10 4 1 10 4 2 10 4 3 10 5 10 5 1 10 5 2 10 5 3 10 6 10 6 1 10 6 2 11 11 1 11 2 11 3 11 4 11 4 1 11 4 2 11 4 3 11 5 11 5 1 11 5 2 11 6 11 7 11 8 11 9 11 10 11 11 11 12 11 13 12 12 1 12 2 13 14 Operating Your Video Matrix Switcher Startup Display Using the Front Panel Buttons Toggling Between the AT ONCE and CONFIRM Modes Switching Switching One Input to One Output Switching Several Inputs to Several Outputs Switching One Input to All Outputs Clearing Clearing an Output Clearing Several Outputs Clearing All Outputs Storing and Recalling Setups Storing Setups Recalling Setups MENU Commands Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel Choosing the Follow or Breakaway from System Mode Choosing the Video Format Setting Setting the MACHINE ADDRESS Changing the Standalone MACHINE ADDRESS to a Large Matrix Changing the Large Matrix MACHINE ADDRESS to Standalone Changing to a Different Large Matrix MACHINE ADDRESS Choosing the SWITCHING METHOD Setting Understandi
39. display shows the message HIGHEST MACHINE ADDRESS Changed 11 4 2 Changing the Large Matrix MACHINE ADDRESS to Standalone 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 Matrix 1 Indicating that the machine is not set to standalone 46 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY MENU Commands Press the OUT button 1 The displays show the messages STAND ALONE UNIT Machi 01 Current Press TAKE to confirm Matrix Press the TAKE button again The MATRIX display shows the message MACHINE ADDRESS changed now STAND ALONE 11 4 3 Changing to a Different Large Matrix MACHINE ADDRESS 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 OUTkey 1 Stand Alone UNIT Current 2 Large Matrix Matrix Press the OUT button 2 The displays show the messages set NEW matrix current new gt TAKE leave old gt MENU 16x32 Press the TAKE button again The displays show the messages READY to set MACHINE ADDRESS current use OUTkey 1 9 0 1 Press an OUT button 1 9 0 The S
40. 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 1 After enabling the IR REMOTE control command remotely control the VS 162V via the RC IR2 remote control transmitter pointed at the remote receiver on the VS 162V s front panel item 1 in Figure 1 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 162V is set as MACHINE 1 53 MENU Commands 3 Press the OUT button 2 The TAKE LED flashes 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 8 Summary of Basic RC IR2 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 Store Recall a setup SHIFT STO RCL key for the setup 11 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 cycli
41. e TAKE LED lights The MATRIX display shows the identical two non flashing digits representing that input number for all outputs 1 Continuously within the limit of the timeout approximately 30 seconds to one minute 2 That corresponds with the second OUT button 34 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating Your Video Matrix Switcher 10 5 Clearing You can clear delete One output see section 10 5 1 Several outputs see section 10 5 2 All outputs see section 10 5 3 10 5 1 Clearing an Output To clear an output in the AT ONCE mode 1 Press the appropriate OUT button The MATRIX display shows the two flashing digits representing the present input number for that specific output If the present input is clear the two flashing digits 00 appear in the MATRIX display The STATUS Display shows the message out x Where x is the output number 2 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 1 2 Repeat step 1 above Press the OFF button The MATRIX display shows the two flashing digits 00 instead of the previous two flashing digits and the TAKE LED flashes The STATUS Display shows the message out x reset Where x is the output number 1
42. e main part of the VS 162V 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 162V software version shows in the STATUS display as Figure 19 illustrates in section 10 1 Connecting the PC to the RS 232 Port Before installing the latest Kramer firmware version on a VS 162V unit connect e The COM port on your PC to the RS 232 IN port on the VS 162V unit When simultaneously upgrading the firmware on several VS 162V units e Connect the COM port on your PC to the RS 232 IN port on the first VS 162V unit e Connect the RS 232 OUT port on the first VS 162V unit to the RS 232 IN port on the second VS 162V 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 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 56 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Upgrading the Flash Memory Set DIP 7 according to whether or not a null modem is being used 12 2 Upgrading the Firmware Install and run the K Sender program on your PC 2 Open the K Send
43. ed 39 MENU Commands LOCK front panel yes gt TAKE next gt MENU Operational Control Change the current state by pressing the TAKE button eee 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 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 without changing it what to INDICATE yes gt TAKE next gt MENU COMMUNICATION setting yes gt TAKE next gt MENU IR REMOTE setting yes gt TAKE next MENU AUTO store current SETUP yes gt TAKE next gt MENU identify MACHINE yes gt TAKE next gt MENU lnnnnmuuuuuERHEHEUEREEERSAERHARERERESEREEENERESEEREERNEREEEREEENERHEEEEHEEHEEREEEEREuEEHEAMEEEEEEEUA initial RESET yes gt TAKE next gt MENU Figure 20 Sequence of MENU Commands You can stop changing a setup at any time by pressing any IN button KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY MENU Commands 11 1 Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel
44. em adapter as shown in Figure 13 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 RS 232 IN With a Null modem Adapter set DIP 7 OFF Without a Null modem Adapter set DIP 7 ON Without a Null modem Adapter set DIP 7 ON Figure 13 Connecting a PC to 4 VS 162V Units 23 Connecting a Control Interface 9 1 1 You can connect any of the following Two VS 162V units using a null modem adapter see section 9 1 1 or without using a null modem adapter see section 9 1 2 The 9 pin D sub COM port of a PC to a VS 162V unit with a null modem adapter see section 9 1 3 or without a null modem adapter see section 9 1 4 The 25 pin D sub COM port of a PC to a VS 162V unit with a null modem adapter see section 9 1 5 or without a null modem adapter see section 9 1 6 Connecting Two Units with a Null Modem Adapter To connect two VS 162V units using a null modem adapter provided with the machine default 1 Connect a flat cable between the RS 232 OUT 9 pin D sub port on the first VS 162V unit and the null modem adapter that attaches to the RS 232 IN 9 pin D sub port o
45. er 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 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 162V 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 flashes and the MATRIX display shows the following message Update program Please confirm lt TAKE gt 7 Press the TAKE button The MATRIX display shows the 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 1 Refer to section 8 for full details 2 Upgrading firmware resets your VS 162V unit to the factory default This includes erasing all setups 57 Upgrading the Flash Memory 10 11 12 13 14 15 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 P
46. he STATUS Display shows the message out x reset Where x is the output number 3 4 5 Press the second appropriate OUT button by repeating step 1 above Repeat step 2 above Continue with this OUT OFF button sequence pressing the appropriate OUT buttons and the OFF as required The MATRIX display shows the sets of two flashing digits representing the present input number for each specific output 1 For example pressing OUT button 9 shows the flashing digits 01 if input 1 was previously routed to OUT 9 36 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating Your Video Matrix Switcher 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 10 5 3 Clearing All Outputs To clear all outputs in the AT ONCE mode 1 Press the ALL button The MATRIX display shows all the sets of two flashing digits each representing the present input number connected to that respective output flashing simultaneously The STATUS Display shows the message all OUTs Press the OFF button All the outputs are cleared and the MATRIX display momentarily shows the message Reset ALL connections 1111 To switch one input to all the outputs in the CONFIRM mode the LED is lit 1 2 Repeat step 1 above Press the OFF button The TAKE LED flashes and the MATRIX displ
47. he circuit s When connecting the machine to the supply circuit overloading the circuits might have a detrimental effect on overcurrent protection and supply wiring Refer to the appropriate nameplate ratings for information For example for fuse replacement see the value printed on the product label 5 The machine is earthed grounded in a reliable way and is connected only to an electricity socket with grounding Pay particular attention to situations where electricity is supplied indirectly when the power cord is not plugged directly into the socket in the wall for example when using an extension cable or a power strip and that you use only the power cord that is supplied with the machine 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 Place the ears of the machine against the rack rails and insert the proper screws not provided through each of the four holes in the rack ears Note that In some models the front panel may feature built in rack ears Detachable rack ears can be removed for desktop use Always mount the machine in the rack before you attach any cables or connect the machine to the power If you are using a Kramer rack adapter kit for a machine that is not 19 see the Rack Adapters user manual for installation instructions you c
48. his distance can be extended to up to 60 meters when used with three extension cables Before using the external IR receiver be sure to arrange for your Kramer dealer to insert the internal IR connection cable with the 3 5mm connector that fits into the REMOTE IR opening on the rear panel Connect the external IR receiver to the REMOTE IR 3 5mm connector 1 Model 50 2 Model 5 5 50 3 P N 505 70434010 S Installing the VS 162V in a Rack Installing the VS 162V in a Rack This section describes what to do before installing in 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 CAUTION When installing in a 19 rack avoid hazards by taking care that 1 It is located within the recommended environmental conditions as the operating ambient temperature of a closed or multi unit rack assembly may exceed the room ambient temperature 2 Once rack mounted enough air will still flow around the machine 3 The machine is placed straight in the correct horizontal position 4 You do not overload t
49. ing digits representing the input number and the TAKE LED flashes The STATUS Display shows the message out x from in 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 10 4 2 Switching Several Inputs to Several Outputs In the AT ONCE mode you need to execute each OUT IN combination separately see section 10 4 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 the following 1 Press the appropriate OUT button The MATRIX display shows the two flashing digits representing the previous input number for that specific output If the previous input is clear the two flashing 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 flashing digits 01 if input 1 was previously routed to OUT 9 33 Operating Your Video Matrix Switcher 2 Press the appropriate IN button The MATRIX display shows the two f
50. isplay mode Current changed SETUP 11 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 MENU button until you reach the COMMUNICATION setting The MATRIX display shows the message COMMUNICATION setting yes gt TAKE next gt MENU 52 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY MENU Commands 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 flashes and The displays show the messages Set serial port No reply Current Press TAKE to execute Reply 4 Press TAKE button again The displays show the messages Switcher response Current changed No reply 11 10 Setting the IR REMOTE Control Set the IR REMOTE control to enable remote control of the VS 162V 16x16 Video Matrix Switcher using the Kramer RC IR2 Infrared Remote Control Device Refer to the RC IR2 Infrared Remote Control Device user manual for full details Table 7 and Table 8 summarize the setup and operational commands Table 7 Summary of Basic RC IR2 Setups To execute this command Press the following keys in this sequence Allocate the VS 162V to Group 12 SHIFT GROUP 12 Set the MACHINE UNIT according to the VS 162V DIP switch settings To enable IR REMOTE control when set OFF
51. lashing digits representing the input number and the TAKE LED flashes The STATUS Display shows the message out x from in y Where x is the output number and y is the input number d 4 5 Press the second appropriate OUT button repeating step 1 above Press the appropriate IN button repeating step 2 above 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 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 flash and the TAKE LED lights 10 4 3 Switching One Input to All Outputs To switch one input to all the outputs in the AT ONCE mode 1 Press the ALL button The MATRIX display shows all the sets of two flashing digits each representing the present input number for that respective output flashing simultaneously The STATUS Display shows the message all OUTs Press the appropriate IN button This input switches to all the outputs and the MATRIX display shows the identical non flashing two 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 and 2 above The TAKE LED flashes Press the TAKE button to confirm the action The selected input switches to all the outputs and th
52. lease wait After a few seconds the FLASH memory is erased and the MATRIX display shows the following message Ready for receiving Start transmission from PC Note If upgrading the firmware on more than one VS 162V unit be sure to perform the above steps 5 to 9 on each VS 162V unit before continuing From the K Sender program of your PC 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 162V show the messages Transfer may take minutes L 080756 Please wait Observe the PC monitor and the VS 162V 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 blue line disappear The Displays on the VS 162V show the messages Program replaced Y 16608D successfully 16608D After about 3 seconds The displays show the messages Turn unit OFF reconnect 2 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 162V off Reconnect the RS 232 IN and RS 232 OUT rear panel port connections as applicable Turn the POWER switch on the VS 162V on again Observe the new version number that sh
53. lt setup Press the Menu button several times until you reach the appropriate Menu setup command and follow the instructions 1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VS 162V Configuring the VS 162V Video Matrix Switcher 7 Configuring the VS 162V Video Matrix Switcher Using the VS 162V unit and or other 16x16 matrix switchers in the series L you can assemble the following kinds of systems standalone switcher see section 7 1 e A multi channel video switcher see section 7 2 e expanded matrix switcher see section 7 3 e system of interconnected switchers see section 7 4 Note When configuring multiple units each unit must have an address For an explanation on addressing and system modes see section 8 7 1 Configuring the Standalone VS 162V This section describes how to configure your VS 162V as a standalone switcher for e Composite video CV see section 7 1 1 s Video Y C see section 7 1 2 e YUV RGB see section 7 1 3 RGBS see section 7 1 4 Table 3 defines the number of inputs and outputs for each signal configuration Table 3 Standalone Switcher Configuration for CV Y C YUV RGB and RGBS Configuration Number of Inputs and Outputs on a Standalone Unit Composite 16x16 s Video Y C 8x8 YUV RGB 5x5 RGBS 4x4 7 1 1 Configuring a 16x16 Composite Video Switcher By default a single VS 16
54. n the second VS 162V unit On the second VS 162V unit set DIP 7 OFF enabling null modem adapter use Connecting Two Units without a Null Modem Adapter To connect two VS 162V units without using a null modem adapter 1 Connect a flat cable between the RS 232 OUT 9 pin D sub port on the first VS 162V unit and the RS 232 IN 9 pin D sub port on the second VS 162V unit On the second VS 162V unit set DIP 7 ON disabling null modem adapter 2 use Connecting to a 9 pin PC COM Port with a Null Modem Adapter To connect the 9 pin D sub COM port of a PC to a VS 162V unit using a null modem adapter 1 Connect a flat cable between the 9 pin D sub COM port of the PC and the null modem adapter that attaches to the RS 232 IN 9 pin D sub port on the VS 162V unit Set DIP 7 OFF enabling null modem adapter use on the VS 162V unit 1 Straight one to one uncrossed connections with at least the 3 wires pins 2 3 and 5 2 See section 8 24 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting a Control Interface 9 1 4 Connecting to a 9 PC COM Port without a Null Modem Adapter To connect the 9 pin D sub COM port of a PC to a VS 162V unit without using a null modem adapter 1 Connect a flat cable between the 9 pin D sub COM port of the PC and the RS 232 IN 9 pin D sub port on the VS 162V unit 2 Set DIP 7 ON disabling null modem adapter use on the VS 162V unit 9 1 5 Connecting to a 25 pin PC COM P
55. ng do the following 1 Press the RCL button The displays show the messages 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 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 14 To enter the 3 press 10 followed by 3 The memory recalls the setup The MATRIX display shows the flashing setup and the TAKE LED flashes The STATUS Display shows the message 1 However pressing 3 followed by the TAKE button will also enter the 3 2 However pressing 3 followed by the TAKE button will also enter the 3 38 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY MENU Commands 11 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 setups by pressing different OUT buttons To stop previewing the setups press a non relevant button such as 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 MENU Commands You can press the MENU button up to 13 times in straight sequence to scan the range of commands 1 That is a setup for which no setup is actually stor
56. ng power To save the current setup automatically when set OFF do the following 1 Press 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 flashes 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 1 For example press 6 followed by 2 to switch input 2 to output 6 54 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY MENU Commands 11 12 Identifying the MACHINE Display 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 MATRIX STATUS OUTPUT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 INPUT ERAMEF ELECTROMICS Ltd INPUT WS 162e7 VIDEO MATRIX OUTPUT 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Softuare Ver 1 5
57. ng the SWITCHING METHOD Settings Configuring a SWITCHING METHOD Choosing the Extended Keyboard Setting Setting the STORE RECALL KEYBOARD Mode Choosing the INDICATE Setting Choosing the COMMUNICATION Setting Setting the IR REMOTE Control Choosing the AUTO STORE Current SETUP Identifying the MACHINE Choosing the Initial RESET Upgrading the Flash Memory Connecting the PC to the RS 232 Port Upgrading the Firmware Technical Specifications Communication Protocol 30 30 31 32 32 32 33 34 35 35 36 37 37 37 38 39 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 48 50 50 51 51 52 53 54 55 55 56 56 54 59 59 ii KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Contents Figures Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4 Figure 5 Figure 6 Figure 7 Figure 8 Figure 9 Figure 10 Figure 11 Figure 12 Figure 13 Figure 14 Figure 15 Figure 16 Figure 17 Figure 18 Figure 19 Figure 20 Figure 21 Figure 22 Figure 23 Tables VS 162V 16x16 Video Matrix Switcher DIP Switch Setup on a Single Machine Configuring the VS 162V for Composite Video CV Configuring the VS 162V for s Video Y C Configuring the VS 162V for YUV RGB Configuring the VS 162V for RGBS Configuring a 16x16 YUV RGB Switcher with 3 VS 162V Units MACHINE ADDRESS Designation Configuring a 32x16 Switcher Connecting the 32x32 Switcher Assembling a System of Interconnected Switchers Rear Panel DIP switches Connecting a PC to
58. nics com 2 This example assumes MACHINE 1 and node 0 59 Communication Protocol Table 10 Hex Table for the VS 162V 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 N 0 0 0 0 ot of of Of Of Of OF 01 O 0 1 8 8 8 8 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 81 8 8 82 88 84 85 86 87 88 89 8A 8B 8C 8D 8E BF 90 8 8 8 8 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 8 8 81 8 IN 0 0 0 0 ot o1 of of of of of 01 01 O 01 0 2 82 82 82 82 8 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 8 82 88 84 85 86 87 88 89 8A 8B 8C 8D 8E BF 90 8 8 8 8 81 81 81 81 81 8 81 81 a1 8 81 8 IN 0 0 0 0 ot o1 of ot 01 Of Of O 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 83 8 82 88 84 85 86 87 88 89 8A 8B 8C 8D 8E BF 90 8 8 8 8 81 81 81 81 81 8 at 81 8 8 81i 8 IN 0 0 0 0 o1 o1 of 01 01 Of Of O1 O1 O 4 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 84 8 82 88 84 85 86 87 88 89 8A 8B 8C 8D BF 90 8 8 8 8 81 81 81 81 81 8
59. ontact 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 or on which the WARRANTY VOID IF TAMPERED sticker has been torn reattached removed or otherwise interfered with 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 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 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
60. ort with a Null Modem Adapter To connect the 25 pin D sub COM port of a PC to a VS 162V unit using a null modem adapter 1 Connect a flat cable between the 25 pin D sub COM port and the null modem adapter that attaches to the RS 232 IN 9 pin D sub port on the first VS 162V unit 2 Set DIP 7 OFF enabling null modem adapter use on the VS 162V unit 9 1 6 Connecting to a 25 pin PC COM Port without a Null Modem Adapter To connect the 25 pin D sub COM port of a PC to a VS 162V unit without using a null modem adapter 1 Connect the 25 pin D sub COM port to the RS 232 IN 9 pin D sub port on the VS 162V unit as Figure 14 illustrates ee PIN 7 Connected to PIN 5 Ground 29 e PIN 2 Connected to 2e PIN Connected to PIN 2 Female DB25 From PC Male DB9 To Switcher PIN 20 connected to PIN 6 Connect t PINS 4 5 and 8 together shielded cable is used connect the shield to PIN 7 0825 and PIN 5 DB9 Figure 14 Connecting to a 25 pin PC COM Port without a Null Modem Adapter 1 Straight one to one uncrossed connections with at least the 3 wires pins 2 3 and 5 2 See section 8 25 Connecting a Control Interface 2 Set DIP 7 ON disabling null modem adapter use on VS 162V unit 9 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
61. ou can switch e input to one output see section 10 4 1 e Several inputs to several outputs see section 10 4 2 e One input to all outputs see section 10 4 3 10 4 1 Switching One Input to One Output Pressing an OUT IN combination when your VS 162V 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 two flashing digits representing the present input number connected to that specific output If the present output is clear the two flashing 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 and the MATRIX display shows the Input instead of the flashing digits The STATUS Display momentarily shows the message 1 For example pressing OUT button 9 shows the flashing digits 01 if input 1 was previously routed to OUT 9 32 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating Your Video Matrix Switcher out x from in Where x is the output number and y is the input number Pressing an OUT IN combination when your VS 162V 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 above 2 Press the appropriate IN button The MATRIX display shows the two flash
62. ows in the STATUS Display 1 Shows the dynamic progress upgrade of the checksum 58 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Technical Specifications Go to the Menu and restore your specific settings Prepare and store all necessary setups 13 Technical Specifications Table 9 includes the technical specifications Table 9 Technical Specifications of the VS 162V Video Matrix Switcher INPUTS 16 composite video or 8 s Video or 4 RGBS or 5 YUV 1 Vpp 750 connectors OUTPUTS 16 composite video or 8 s Video or 4 RGBS or 5 YUV 1 Vpp 750 on connectors VIDEO BANDWIDTH 90 MHz 3dB VIDEO CROSSTALK lt 52 dB 5MHz NON LINEARITY lt 0 01 VIDEO S N 70 2 dB DIFF GAIN 0 01 DIFF PHASE lt 0 01 Deg K FACTOR lt 0 05 CONTROL 38 selector switches RS 232 RS 485 IR remote dry keyboard extension SWITCHING Vertical interval POWER SOURCE 230V AC 50 60 Hz 115VAC U S A 10VA DIMENSIONS 19 x 7 x 2U W rack mountable WEIGHT 3 5kg 7 8lbs approx ACCESSORIES Power cord null modem adapter Windows based Kramer control software OPTIONS External IR receiver cable 14 Communication Protocol Table 10 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 kramerelectro
63. r 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 9 4 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 shows how to connect the Keyboard Extension EXT KEYS 1 Refer to section 11 5 1 2 Refer to section 11 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 29 Operating Your Video Matrix Switcher 123456 7 8 9101112 13144516 8 IN 1 OUT 1 IN 2 OUT 2 166 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 11 6 describes 10 Operating Your Video Matrix Switcher You can operate your VS 162V using front panel buttons as this section describes RS 232 or RS 485 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system PC r or other serial controller e The Kramer RC IR2 Infrare
64. 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 162V 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 42 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY MENU Commands status of the switcher and in the STATUS Display the letter 5 is displayed behind the flashing cursor the UNIT is set in mode FOLLOW system If the status of the VS 162V unit differs from that of the other unit s set the VS 162V unit to the Follow SYSTEM mode The MATRIX display flashes the new status of the switcher and the TAKE LED flashes Pressing the TAKE 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 162V 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 MA
65. tact 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 162V in a location free from moisture and away from excessive sunlight and dust Your Video Matrix Switcher Figure 1 and Table 1 define the front and rear panels of the VS 162V KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Your Video Matrix Switcher INPUT INPUT OUTPUT 9 10 T1 12 13 14 15 16 ALL OFF 12 13 16 00 LIE EJ EJ EI ET ET EJ E ECT ET EL ET ET ET lt 123456 7 1 12 HE inan LELEI 5995 2090000 onore 050 Toy Foy rou rou 01030 30 MOKON Figure 1 VS 162V 16x16 Video Matrix Switcher Your Video Matrix Switcher Table 1 Front Panel VS 162V 16x16 Video Matrix Switcher Features Feature Function 1 IR Receiver The red LED is illuminated when receiving signals from the Infrared remote control transmitter 2 ALL Button Pressing ALL followed by an INPUT button connects that input to
66. tcher and VS 1616RS an RS 422 control signal matrix switcher In particular the VS 162V 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 162V e May be used as a single unit or expanded to up to 96 x 96 inputs outputs Can be configured into a Kramer multi signal switcher system including digital and analog video digital and analog audio and RS 422 control switchers e When integrated in a system all units switch in true audio follow video mode Recalls up to 99 configuration setups via 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 Comes with a choice of protocol format hexadecimal or ASCII 1 As it switches during the vertical interval Your Video Matrix Switcher You can control the VS 162V 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 RC IR2 Infrared Remote Control Transmitter e Anexternal remote IR receiver optional see section 4 1 e Via external dry con
67. tromagnetic 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 DO 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 BO Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine DO Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components FCC and CE approved using STP cable for twisted pair products 61 For the latest information on our products and 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 Kramer Electronics Ltd Web site www kramerelectronics com E mail info kramerel com P N 2900 002065 REV 3
68. unit on which the front panel buttons are unlocked and both the MATRIX and STATUS displays illuminate Connecting a Control Interface Connect a control interface RS 232 or RS 485 unless operating a VS 162V as a standalone 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 1 See section 7 4 2 See section 7 2 3 Albeit with an LCD Display that does not illuminate 22 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting a Control Interface 9 1 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 point to point connection with a range of about 25 meters 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 switchers from the series of 16x16 matrix switchers and the control unit in an RS 232 daisy chain arrangement with or without using a null mod
69. ur 1 000 plus different models now appear in 11 groups that are clearly defined by function Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VS 162V 16x16 Video Matrix Switcher This product is ideal for Professional display systems requiring video signal routing e Broadcast presentation and production facilities Rental staging applications e Monitoring in large duplication systems The package includes the following items VS 162V 16x16 Video Matrix Switcher e Windows based Kramer control software e Power cord and null modem adapter 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 21 Quick Start This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps 1 GROUP I 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 the latest software from our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 3 Download up to date Kramer user manuals from our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 1 Getting Started
70. ws the message STORE RECALL setting yes gt TAKE next gt MENU Press the TAKE button and choose the appropriate Outkey for the AT ONCE mode Outkey 2 is for the CONFIRM mode The displays show the messages STO RCL mode current changed At once Choosing the INDICATE Setting Choose what is displayed during regular operation between scrolling the switcher setup as Figure 22 illustrates and showing the IN OUT range 1 The AT ONCE mode is the default for all actions except storing recalling setups 2 Useful in an expanded matrix configuration 51 MENU Commands STATUS STATUS 3 S our 17 32 2 IN 81 16 E 5 E Q E Ske 5 SY Hc 2 Immediate _ 2 IM SYSTEM 8 B z Figure 22 Choosing what to INDICATE To scroll the switcher setup instead of showing the IN OUT range do the following 1 Press 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 2 Pressthe 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 The TAKE LED flashes 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 d
71. x Switcher VS 162V Unit MACHINE 1 MACHINE ADDRESS 7 VS 162V Unit MACHINE 1 MACHINE ADDRESS 8 VS 162V Unit MACHINE 1 MACHINE ADDRESS 1 VS 162V Unit MACHINE 1 MACHINE ADDRESS 2 32x16 Digital Video Matrix Switcher VS 1616SDI Unit MACHINE 2 MACHINE ADDRESS 7 VS 1616SDI Unit MACHINE 2 MACHINE ADDRESS 1 32x32 Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher VS 1616A Unit 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 edet RS 485 or RS 232 Control Interface CONTROL Figure 11 Assembling a System of Interconnected Switchers Refer to section 8 1 for how to set the DIP switches and to section 9 for how to control this group of interconnected varied format 16x16 series switchers and other configurations 19 Understanding Addressing and System Modes 8 1 Understanding Addressing and System Modes In order to control multiple machines the VS 162V uses a system of addressing that includes hardware DIP switches and menu commands The DIP switches are used to set the MACHINE and menu commands are used to set the MACHINE ADDRESS

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