Kramer Electronics VS-211HA video switch
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1. INPUTS 2 HDMI connectors 2 unbalanced stereo audio on 3 5mm mini jacks OUTPUTS 1 HDMI connector 1 unbalanced stereo audio on a 3 5mm mini jack MAX DATA RATE 6 75Gbps 2 25Gbps per graphic channel COMPLIANCE WITH HDMI Supports HDMI and HDCP STANDARD CONTROLS Contact closure on a 3 pin terminal block 2 priority DIP switches INDICATORS ON and active input LEDs POWER CONSUMPTION 5V DC 120mA without load 350mA fully loaded OPERATING TEMPERATURE 0 to 40 C 32 to 104 F STORAGE TEMPERATURE 40 to 70 C 40 to 158 F HUMIDITY 10 to 90 RHL non condensing DIMENSIONS 12cm x 7 2cm x 2 4cm 4 7 x 2 8 x 0 9 W D H WEIGHT 0 3kg 0 66lbs ACCESSORIES Power supply OPTIONS RK 3T 19 rack adapter Specifications are subject to change without notice at http Awww kramerelectronics com VS 211HA Technical Specifications LIMITED WARRANTY The warranty obligations of Kramer Electronics for this product are limited to the terms set forth below Whatis Covered This limited warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship in this product What is Not Covered This limited warranty does not cover any damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from any alteration modification improper or unreasonable use or maintenance misuse abuse accident neglect exposure to excess moisture fire improper packing and shipping such claims must be presented to the carrier lightning pow2. BREACH OF WARRANTY OR CONDITION OR UNDER ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY Some countries districts or states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of relief special incidental consequential or indirect damages or the limitation of liability to specified amounts so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you Exclusive Remedy TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW THIS LIMITED WARRANTY AND THE REMEDIES SET FORTH ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES REMEDIES AND CONDITIONS WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW KRAMER ELECTRONICS SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IF KRAMER ELECTRONICS CANNOT LAWFULLY DISCLAIM OR EXCLUDE IMPLIED WARRANTIES UNDER APPLICABLE LAW THEN ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES COVERING THIS PRODUCT INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL APPLY TO THIS PRODUCT AS PROVIDED UNDER APPICABLE LAW IF ANY PRODUCT TO WHICH THIS LIMITED WARRANTY APPLIES IS A CONSUMER PRODUCT UNDER THE MAGNUSON MOSS WARRANTY ACT 15 U S C A 2301 ET SEQ OR OTHER APPICABLE LAW THE FOREGOING DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES SHALL NOT APPLY TO YOU AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ON THIS PRODUCT INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR THE PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL APPLY AS PROVIDED UNDER APPLICABLE LAW Other
3. REMOTE Terminal Block Connector 5 Operating the VS 211HA The VS 211HA works in three modes e Manual mode see Section 5 1 e Automatic mode see Section 5 2 e Override mode see Section 5 3 5 1 Using the Manual Mode In manual mode the VS 211HA only switches when the remote contact closure switches are momentarily pressed If you switch to an inactive input source the output is blank Note A source is considered active only when there is an active clock signal coming from the source To set manual mode e Slide the AUTO MANUAL DIP 1 down to MANUAL see Figure 1 e Select the required port manually by pressing the switches connected to the terminal block 5 2 Using the Automatic Mode Automatic mode uses automatic signal detection to determine the device s behavior during switching Automatic mode has two further modes Priority mode and Last connected mode In Automatic Priority mode Input 1 has the higher priority e f two sources are connected and active Input 1 is sent to the output e f Input 1 becomes inactive Input 2 is sent to the output e f Input 1 returns to activity Input 1 is sent to the output For example a sports bar has an AV system that displays live sports action on Input 1 while commercials loop on Input 2 If the game is interrupted commercials automatically display until the live action returns 211HA Operating the VS 211HA To set Automatic Priority mode e Slide AUTO MANUAL DIP 1
4. equipment that is installed inside a building Safety Instructions Caution There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit Warning Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall adapter that is provided with the unit Warning Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall before installing VS 211HA Getting Started 2 3 Recycling Kramer Products The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE Directive 2002 96 EC aims to reduce the amount of WEEE sent for disposal to landfill or incineration by requiring it to be collected and recycled To comply with the WEEE Directive Kramer Electronics has made arrangements with the European Advanced Recycling Network EARN and will cover any costs of treatment recycling and recovery of waste Kramer Electronics branded equipment on arrival at the EARN facility For details of Kramer s recycling arrangements in your particular country go to our recycling pages at Attp www kramerelectronics com support recycling Overview The VS 211HA is a high performance automatic standby switcher for HDMI video and unbalanced stereo audio signals The VS 211HA can be used as a manual 2x1 switcher or as an automatic switcher The switcher either uses a priority input or last connected input In priority switching the signal automatically switches to the secondary input if the primary signal is lost If the primary signal reappears the unit automatically switch
5. Conditions This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from country to country or state to state This limited warranty is void if i the label bearing the serial number of this product has been removed or defaced ii the product is not distributed by Kramer Electronics or iii this product is not purchased from an authorized Kramer Electronics reseller If you are unsure whether a reseller is an authorized Kramer Electronics reseller please visit our Web site at www kramerelectronics com or contact a Kramer Electronics office from the list at the end of this document Your rights under this limited warranty are not diminished if you do not complete and return the product registration form or complete and submit the online product registration form Kramer Electronics thanks you for purchasing a Kramer Electronics product We hope it will give you years of satisfaction For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit our Web site where updates to this user manual may be found We welcome your questions comments and feedback Web site www kramerelectronics com KRAMER E mail info kramerel com SAFETY WARNING Disconnect the unit from the power e supply before opening and servicing P N 2900 300378 Rev 2
6. KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD USER MANUAL MODEL VS 211HA Automatic HDMI Standby Switcher P N 2900 300378 Rev 2 mhr VS 211HA Quick Start Guide This guide helps you install and use your product for the first time For more detailed information go to http www kramerelectronics com support product_downloads asp to download the latest manual or scan the QR code on the left Step 1 Check what s in the box A VS 211HA Automatic HDMI Standby Switcher g 4 Rubber feet o A A 1 Power supply 5V DC 1 Quick Start sheet Step 2 Install the VS 211HA Attach the rubber feet and place on a table or mount the VS 211HA in a rack using an optional RK 3T rack mount Step 3 Connect the inputs and outputs REMOTE AUDIOOUT ACTIVE NION A 9 8 Automatic HOMI Standby Switcher iVS 211HA _ LCD Power Display Amplifier Step 4 Connect the power Connect the 5V DC power adapter to the VS 211HA and plug the adapter vg into the mains electricity Step 5 Set the VS 211HA MANUAL mode a A AUTO PRIORITY 4 AUTO LAST 4 amp DIP 1 down mode mode DIP 1 up DIP 1 up DIP 2 down DIP 2 up zs v 3 zs ZS E E Priority IN 1 E a Priority Last 3 E Backup IN 2 connected REMOTE Backup Other N1GIN2 s NS rd To choose an input AAA OVERRIDE mode momentarily press the UL Remote button forces chosen input If no Independent Remote IN 1 or IN 2 button HE signal detected in 10 seconds or signal aud
7. UP 10 Accessories and Rack Adapters GROUP 11 Sierra Video Products GROUP 12 Digital Signage GROUP 13 Audio and GROUP 14 Collaboration Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VS 211HA Automatic HDMI Standby Switcher which is ideal for the following typical applications e Providing backup switching e Boardrooms and meeting rooms e Restaurant and entertainment venues 2 1 2 2 Getting Started We recommend that you Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment Review the contents of this user manual Go to http www kramerelectronics com support product_downloads asp to check for up to date user manuals application programs and to check if firmware upgrades are available where appropriate Achieving the Best Performance To achieve the best performance Use only good quality connection cables we recommend Kramer high performance high resolution cables to avoid interference deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching and elevated noise levels often associated with low quality cables Do not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality Position your Kramer VS 211HA away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust This equipment is to be used only inside a building It may only be connected to other
8. en an input is active ON LED llluminates when receiving power IN 1 AUDIO INPUT 3 5mm Mini Connects to unbalanced stereo audio source 1 Jack Connector Audio is independent of video and switching is audio follows video T IN 2 AUDIO INPUT 3 5mm Mini Connects to unbalanced stereo audio source 2 Jack Connector Audio is independent of video and switching is audio follows video 8 IN 1 HDMI Connector Connects to the HDMI input source 1 AUTO MANUAL DIP switch 1 Turn ON down for manual switching OFF up for automatic switching LAST PRIORITY DIP switch 2 Turn ON down for setting IN 1 as PRIORITY OFF up for setting LAST connected as priority IN 2 HDMI Connector Connects to the HDMI input source 2 5V DC 5V DC connector for powering the unit VS 211HA Overview az 4 Connecting the VS 211HA Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your VS 211HA After connecting your VS 211HA connect its power and then switch on the power to each device To connect the VS 211HA as illustrated in the example in Figure 2 do the following 1 Connect the HDMI input source 1 for example Blu ray player 1 to the IN 1 HDMI connector 2 Connect the HDMI input source 2 for example Blu ray player 2 to the IN 2 HDMI connector 3 Connect an unbalanced stereo audio source for example stereo player 1 to the 3 5mm mini jack connector AUDIO IN 1 4 Connect an unbalanced stereo audio source for example stere
9. er surges or other acts of nature This limited warranty does not cover any damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from the installation or removal of this product from any installation any unauthorized tampering with this product any repairs attempted by anyone unauthorized by Kramer Electronics to make such repairs or any other cause which does not relate directly to a defect in materials and or workmanship of this product This limited warranty does not cover cartons equipment enclosures cables or accessories used in conjunction with this product Without limiting any other exclusion herein Kramer Electronics does not warrant that the product covered hereby including without limitation the technology and or integrated circuit s included in the product will not become obsolete or that such items are or will remain compatible with any other product or technology with which the product may be used How Long Does this Coverage Last Seven years as of this printing please check our Web site for the most current and accurate warranty information Whois Covered Only the original purchaser of this product is covered under this limited warranty This limited warranty is not transferable to subsequent purchasers or owners of this product What Kramer Electronics willdo Kramer Electronics will at its sole option provide one of the following three remedies to whatever extent it shall deem necessary to satisfy a proper claim under t
10. es back to the primary input In last connected switching the switcher automatically switches to the newly introduced input In addition the VS 211HA features A maximum data rate of up to 6 75Gbps 2 25Gbps per graphic channel HDTV compatibility HDCP and HDMI compliance 3D pass through EDID PassThru that passes EDID signals from display to source DIP switches for setting the switching mode manual auto priority auto last connected Contact closure remote control for manual operation Signal auto detect Parallel unbalanced stereo audio switching Audio Return Channel ARC No signal on both HDMI inputs triggers the output auto off to allow displays to enter sleep mode Compact DigiTOOLS size three units can be rack mounted side by side in a 1U rack space with the optional RK 3T rack adapter 3 1 Defining the VS 211HA Automatic HDMI Standby PPP This section defines the VS 211HA OUT REMOTE AUDIOOUT ACTIVE IN1GIN2 ON IN4 S ti xgo Automatic HDMI Standby Switcher VS 211HA IN1 IN2 IN1 o0 SES AUDIO INPUTS Figure 1 VS 211HA Automatic HDMI Standby Switcher Feature l Function 1 OUT HDMI Connector Connects to the HDMI acceptor 2 REMOTE IN 1 and IN 2 Terminal Connects to momentary contact closure switches Block Connector 3 AUDIO OUT 3 5mm Mini Jack Connects to an unbalanced stereo audio acceptor Connector 4 ACTIVE IN 1 2 LEDs llluminate wh
11. his limited warranty 1 Elect to repair or facilitate the repair of any defective parts within a reasonable period of time free of any charge for the necessary parts and labor to complete the repair and restore this product to its proper operating condition Kramer Electronics will also pay the shipping costs necessary to return this product once the repair is complete 2 Replace this product with a direct replacement or with a similar product deemed by Kramer Electronics to perform substantially the same function as the original product 3 Issue a refund of the original purchase price less depreciation to be determined based on the age of the product at the time remedy is sought under this limited warranty What Kramer Electronics will not do Under This Limited Warranty If this product is returned to Kramer Electronics or the authorized dealer from which it was purchased or any other party authorized to repair Kramer Electronics products this product must be insured during shipment with the insurance and shipping charges prepaid by you If this product is returned uninsured you assume all risks of loss or damage during shipment Kramer Electronics will not be responsible for any costs related to the removal or re installation of this product from or into any installation Kramer Electronics will not be responsible for any costs related to any setting up this product any adjustment of user controls or any programming required for a specific instal
12. io follows is lost switcher reverts to AUTO setting video on switching ETH ns Contents 1 Introduction 2 Getting Started 2 1 Achieving the Best Performance 2 2 Safety Instructions 2 3 Recycling Kramer Products 3 Overview 3 1 Defining the VS 211HA Automatic HDMI Standby Switcher 4 Connecting the VS 211HA 4 1 Connecting the REMOTE Terminal Block Connector 5 Operating the VS 211HA 5 1 Using the Manual Mode 5 2 Using the Automatic Mode 5 3 Using the Override Mode 6 Technical Specifications Figures Figure 1 VS 211HA Automatic HDMI Standby Switcher Figure 2 VS 211HA Connections Figure 3 REMOTE Terminal Block Connector oowoo NOAA WNHNYD i NNO 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 video audio presentation and broadcasting professionals on a daily basis In recent years we have redesigned and upgraded most of our line making the best even better Our 1 000 plus different models now appear in 14 groups that are clearly defined by function GROUP 1 Distribution Amplifiers GROUP 2 Switchers and Routers GROUP 3 Control Systems GROUP 4 Format Standards Converters GROUP 5 Range Extenders and Repeaters GROUP 6 Specialty AV Products GROUP 7 Scan Converters and Scalers GROUP 8 Cables and Connectors GROUP 9 Room Connectivity GRO
13. lation of this product How to Obtain a Remedy under this Limited Warranty To obtain a remedy under this limited warranty you must contact either the authorized Kramer Electronics reseller from whom you purchased this product or the Kramer Electronics office nearest you For a list of authorized Kramer Electronics resellers and or Kramer Electronics authorized service providers please visit our web site at www kramerelectronics com or contact the Kramer Electronics office nearest you In order to pursue any remedy under this limited warranty you must possess an original dated receipt as proof of purchase from an authorized Kramer Electronics reseller If this product is returned under this limited warranty a return authorization number obtained from Kramer Electronics will be required You may also be directed to an authorized reseller or a person authorized by Kramer Electronics to repair the product If itis decided that this product should be returned directly to Kramer Electronics this product should be properly packed preferably in the original carton for shipping Cartons not bearing a return authorization number will be refused Limitation on Liability THE MAXIMUM LIABILITY OF KRAMER ELECTRONICS UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE ACTUAL PURCHASE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW KRAMER ELECTRONICS IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR DIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY
14. o player 2 to the 3 5mm mini jack connector AUDIO IN 2 Note Audio and video are completely independent circuits that switch as audio follows video AFV There is no embedding or de embedding of HDMI audio 5 Connect the OUT HDMI connector to an HDMI acceptor for example an LCD display 6 Connect the AUDIO OUT 3 5mm mini jack connector to a stereo audio acceptor for example a power amplifier 7 Set the switching mode switches as described in Section 5 8 Connect the 5V DC power adapter to the power socket and connect the adapter to the mains electricity 1HA Connecting the VS 211HA 4 1 VS 211HA Connecting the VS 211HA Audio Amplifier Stereo Audio Player 1 Blu ray 1 HDMI Stereo Audio LCD Display Player 2 Blu ray 2 with Speakers Figure 2 VS 211HA Connections Connecting the REMOTE Terminal Block Connector If DIP 1 is set ON to manual you can switch the active input by using contact closure switches To do this connect the appropriate REMOTE input terminal block connector pins to a contact closure switch see Figure 3 e To select IN 1 Momentarily connect REMOTE IN1 to PIN G ground e To select IN 2 Momentarily connect REMOTE IN2 to PIN G ground Do not connect both the REMOTE IN1 and the REMOTE IN2 to PIN G simultaneously Momentarily REMOTE Momentarily connect pin IN1 to IN1 G IN2 connect pin IN2 to pin G to activate pin G to activate INPUT 1 INPUT 2 Figure 3
15. up to AUTO and LAST PRIORITY DIP 2 down to PRIORITY In Automatic Last mode the last connected input is sent to the output e If Inputs 1 and 2 are active when the VS 211HA is powered on Input 1 is sent to the output as the priority input e f Input 2 is disconnected Input 1 is still sent to the output e f Input 2 is reconnected Input 2 is sent to the output For example a salesman connected to Input 1 displays a presentation on the AV system of a boardroom A second salesman arrives connects to Input 2 and continues with his her presentation To set Automatic Last Connected mode e Slide AUTO MANUAL DIP 1 up to AUTO and LAST PRIORITY DIP 2 up to LAST 5 3 Using the Override Mode Override mode is used while the VS 211HA is in either Priority or Last connected automatic mode Pressing either of the contact closure switches e Forces the chosen input if it is active to be sent to the output e If the forced signal is inactive for 10 seconds the VS 211HA returns to auto mode e If the forced signal is lost the VS 211HA reverts to its selected mode For example a sales manager connected to Input 1 displays a presentation on the AV system of a boardroom A salesman arrives and wants to connect to Input 2 without interrupting the manager They press the Input 1 contact closure switch to allow Input 2 to connect without interrupting Input 1 VS 211HA Operating the VS 211HA 6 Technical Specifications
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