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Kramer Electronics, Ltd.

USER MANUAL

Model:

VS-44HDxl

3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher

Contents

1 Introduction 1

2 Getting Started 1

2.1 Quick Start 1

3 Overview 3

4 Your VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher 4

4.1 Using the IR Transmitter 7

5 Installing on a Rack 8

6 Connecting Your VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher 9

6.1 Connecting the VS-44HDxl in the Dual-Link Mode 11

6.2 Working Mode Setting 12

6.3 DIP-switch Setting 13

6.3.1 Setting the Machine # DIP-switches 13

6.4 Controlling via RS-232 (for example, using a PC) 14

6.5 Controlling via the RS-485 Port 15

6.6 Factory Reset 15

6.7 Switching Genlocked Video Signals 16

6.8 Controlling via ETHERNET 16

6.8.1 Connecting the ETHERNET Port directly to a PC (Crossover Cable) 16

6.8.2 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub (Straight-Through Cable) 18

6.8.3 Configuring the Ethernet Port 18

6.9 Controlling via the REMOTE Connector 18

7 Operating the VS-44HDxl 20

7.1 Switching OUT-IN Combinations 20

7.1.1 Switch OUT-IN Combinations 20

7.1.2 Switch OUT-IN Combinations in the Dual-Link Mode 21

7.2 Confirming Settings 21

7.2.1 Toggling between the AT ONCE and CONFIRM Modes 21

7.2.2 Confirming a Switching Action 22

7.3 Storing/Recalling Input/Output Configurations 22

7.3.1 Storing an Input/Output Configuration 22

7.3.2 Recalling an Input/Output Configuration 23

7.4 Locking the Front Panel 23

8 Technical Specifications 24

9 Table of Hex Codes for Serial Communication 24

10 Kramer Protocol 2000 25

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Figures

Figure 1: VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher 5

Figure 2: Connecting the VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher 10

Figure 3: Connecting the Dual-Link VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher 12

Figure 4: VS-44HDxl SETUP DIP-switches 13

Figure 5: Connecting a PC without using a Null-modem Adapter 14

Figure 6: Controlling via RS-485 (for example, using an RC-3000) 15

Figure 7: Local Area Connection Properties Window 17

Figure 8: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window 18

Figure 9: Using the REMOTE Connector 19

Tables

Table 1: Front Panel VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher 6

Table 2: Rear Panel VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher 7

Table 3: Machine # DIP-switch Settings 13

Table 4: Technical Specifications of the VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI Matrix Switcher 24

Table 5: VS-44HDxl Hex Codes for Switching via RS-232/RS-485 24

Table 6: Protocol Definitions 25

Table 7: Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 26

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! Our 1,000-plus different models

now appear in 11 groups

that are clearly defined by function.

Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4

Matrix Switcher. This product is ideal for:

• Broadcasting and production studios

• Presentation applications

The package includes the following items:

• VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher

• Null-modem adapter, infrared remote control transmitter and power cord

• This user manual

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

• Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables

2.1 Quick Start

This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps.

1 GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Matrix Switchers; GROUP 3: Control Systems;

GROUP 4: Format/Standards Converters; GROUP 5: Range Extenders and Repeaters; GROUP 6: Specialty AV Products;

GROUP 7: Scan Converters and Scalers; GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors; GROUP 9: Room Connectivity;

GROUP 10: Accessories and Rack Adapters; GROUP 11: Sierra Products

2 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from the Internet at this URL: http://www.kramerelectronics.com

3 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com

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Getting Started

Overview

3 Overview

The Kramer VS-44HDxl can be used as a high performance 4x4 matrix switcher

or as a dual-link 2x2 switcher that lets you simultaneously route any of the inputs

to any or all of the outputs for all SDI video signals, using BNC connectors.

In particular, the VS-44HDxl:

• Supports up to 300m cable equalization (300m for SD

signals, 200m for

1.5GHz HD

signals, and 100m for 3GHz HD signals)

• Operates up to 2.97Gbps – enabling it to be used for standard definition, high

definition and the new 3G high definition serial digital video signals

(SD/HD-SDI)

• Is SMPTE 259M, 292M, 424M and 372M (for dual-link HD-SDI signals)

compliant and supports data rates of 270Mbps, 1483.5Mbps, 1485Mbps and

2970Mbps

• Features reclocking and equalization on each input, the storing and recalling

of setups, and a TAKE button for the execution of multiple switches all at

once

• Has selector buttons that automatically light up in different colors—green,

when the VS-44HDxl detects a ‘standard definition’ signal, or blue, when it

detects a ‘high definition’ signal

• Features the ability to switch genlocked video signals according to timing of

the GENLOCK reference input. Switching according to the Bi-level or

Tri-level Genlock input according to SMPTE RP-168

The VS-44HDxl, which is housed in a 19" 1U rack mountable enclosure, and is

fed from a 100-240 VAC universal switching power supply, can be controlled via

the front panel buttons or via the:

• Infrared remote control transmitter

• Infrared remote extension cable transmitter

• Remotely, by RS 232 or RS 485 serial commands transmitted by a touch

screen system, PC, or other serial controller

• ETHERNET

• Remote contact closure for forced operation

1 Standard Definition (SD) means an NTSC or PAL compatible video format, consisting of 480 (for NTSC) or 576 (for PAL)

lines of interlaced video

2 High Definition (HD) means a video format, consisting of 720 active lines of progressive video or 1080 lines of progressive

or interlaced video

3 The sources must be genlocked to the GENLOCK input in order to switch cleanly

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To achieve the best performance:

• 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)

• Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely

influence signal quality and position your Kramer VS-44HDxl away from

moisture, excessive sunlight and dust

4 Your VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher

Figure 1, Table 1, and Table 2 define the VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix

Switcher.

Your VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher

Figure 1: VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher

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Table 1: Front Panel VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher

Feature

Function

1 IR Receiver The red LED is illuminated when receiving signals from the Infra-red

remote control transmitter

POWER Switch

Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF

INPUT SELECTOR

(DUAL LINK) Buttons

Select the input to switch to the output (from 1 to 4).

In the dual-link mode, select input 1 or 2 to switch dual-link 1 or 2 to

the outputs

Press IN buttons 1, 2 and 3 simultaneously, to reset the machine to its

factory default values

(see section 6.6)

Use to set the resolution when switching genlocked video signals (see

section 6.7)

4 OUTPUT SELECTOR

(DUAL LINK) Buttons

Select the output to which the input is switched (from 1 to 4)

In the dual-link mode, select output DUAL LINK 1 or DUAL LINK 2 to

which the input is switched

STO (STORE) Button

Pressing STO followed by an INPUT / OUTPUT button stores the

current setting

TAKE

Button

Pressing

TAKE

toggles the mode between the

CONFIRM

mode

and

the AT ONCE mode (user confirmation per action is unnecessary).

When in CONFIRM mode, the TAKE button implements a pending

operation

RCL (RECALL) Button

Pressing the RCL button and the corresponding INPUT / OUTPUT

key recalls a setup from the non-volatile memory. After pressing the

same memory location the second time, the settings will take effect

ALL Button

Pressing ALL followed by an INPUT button, connects that input to all

outputs

9 OFF Button An OFF-OUT combination disconnects that output from the inputs; an

OFF-ALL combination disconnects all the outputs

Press and hold

to toggle between the 4x4 switcher mode and the

dual-link 2x2 switcher mode

LOCK Button

Disengages the front panel buttons

7-segment Display

Displays the selected input switched to the output (marked above

each input)

1 The 7-segmant display shows 1234 indicating that the operation mode is normal, and that the setups stored via the

INPUT/OUTPUT buttons have been erased

2 For example, press STO and then the Output button # 3 to store in Setup # 3

3 When in Confirm mode, the TAKE button illuminates

4 See section 7.2

5 For example, press ALL and then Input button # 2 to connect input # 2 to all the outputs

6 For more than 3 seconds

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Table 2: Rear Panel VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher

Feature

Function

GENLOCK BNC Connector

Connect to the Genlock source

TERM 75

Ω

Button

Press to terminate the Genlock source (75

Ω

) or release for looping

LOOP BNC Connector

Connect to the GENLOCK connector of the next unit in the line

15 DUAL LINK INPUT BNC

Connectors

In the dual-link mode, connect the source to inputs 1 and 2 and/or inputs 3

and 4 (DUAL LINK 1 and/or DUAL LINK 2)

INPUT BNC Connectors

Connect to the serial digital video sources (from 1 to 4)

DUAL LINK OUTPUT

BNC

Connectors

In the dual-link mode, connect the acceptors to outputs 1 and 2 and/or

outputs 3 and 4 (DUAL LINK 1 and/or DUAL LINK 2)

OUTPUT BNC Connectors

Connect to the serial digital video acceptors (from 1 to 4)

REMOTE Terminal Block

Connector

Connect to contact closure switches (see section 6.9)

RS-232 9-pin D-sub Port

Connects to the PC or the Remote Controller

21 RS-485 Detachable

Terminal Block Port

Pin G is for the Ground connection

; pins B (-) and A (+) are for RS-485

SETUP DIP-switches

DIP-switches for setup of the unit

REMOTE IR Opening

Connects to an external IR receiver unit for controlling the machine via an

IR remote controller (instead of using the front panel IR receiver)

ETHERNET Connector

Connects to the PC or other Serial Controller through computer networking

Power Connector with Fuse

AC connector enabling power supply to the unit

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. This

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 Push in to terminate the input. Release when the input extends to another unit

2 Via a null-modem connection

3 The ground connection is sometimes connected to the shield of the RS-485 cable. In most applications, the ground is not

connected

4 Covered by a cap. The 3.5mm connector at the end of the internal IR connection cable fits through this opening

5 Optional. Can be used instead of the front panel (built-in) IR receiver to remotely control the machine (only if the internal

IR connection cable has been installed)

6 Model: C-A35M/IRR-50

7 Model: C-A35M/A35F-50

8 P/N: 505-70434010-S

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Installing on a Rack

5 Installing on 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:

To rack-mount a machine:

1. Attach both ear brackets to the

machine. To do so, remove the

screws from each side of the

machine (3 on each side), and

replace those screws through the

ear brackets.

2. Place the ears 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 can download it at:

http://www.kramerelectronics.com)

Operating temperature range +5º to +45º C (41º to 113º F)

Operating humidity range 10 to 90% RHL, non-condensing

Storage temperature range -20º to +70º C (-4º to 158º F)

Storage humidity range 5 to 95% RHL, non-condensing

CAUTION!!

When installing on 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 the circuit(s). When connecting

the machine to the supply circuit, overloading the

circuits might have a detrimental effect on overcurrent

protection and supply wiring. Refer to the appropriate

nameplate ratings for information. For example, for

fuse replacement, see the value printed on the

product label.

5. The machine is earthed (grounded) in a reliable way

and is connected only to an electricity socket with

grounding. Pay particular attention to situations where

electricity is supplied indirectly (when the power cord

is not plugged directly into the socket in the wall), for

example, when using an extension cable or a power

strip, and that you use only the power cord that is

supplied with the machine.

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6 Connecting Your VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher

This section describes how to connect the VS-44HDxl.

Section 6.1 describes how to connect the VS-44HDxl in the dual-link mode.

You can use your VS-44HDxl to switch any of the four SDI inputs to any or all

of the four SDI outputs, as the illustration in Figure 2 shows.

To connect the VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher, do the

following

1. Connect up to four SDI sources to the INPUT BNC connectors (for example,

an HD/SD SDI camera to input 1 and a 3G HD video server to

input 4).

2. Connect the OUTPUT BNC connectors to up to

four SDI acceptors (for

example, output 1 to a Preview display, and output 4 to an HD SDI

mixer).

3. Set the DIP-switches (see section 6.3).

4. If required

, connect:

 A Genlock source to the GENLOCK BNC connector

 The LOOP BNC connector to the GENLOCK connector of the next

unit in the line, and release the TERM button for looping

5. Connect a PC and/or controller (if required), to the:

 RS-232 port (see section 6.4), and/or

 RS-485 port (see section 6.5), and/or

 ETHERNET connector (see section 6.8)

6. If required

, connect a remote contact closure switch (refer to section 6.9).

7. Connect

the power cord

8. If required, exit the dual-link mode (see section 6.2).

1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VS-44HDxl. After connecting your VS-44HDxl, switch

on its power and then switch on the power on each device

2 When only one output is required, connect that output, and leave the other outputs unconnected

3 Not illustrated in Figure 2

4 Pushed in terminates the input. Release when the input extends to another unit

5 We recommend that you use only the power cord that is supplied with this machine

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Figure 2: Connecting the VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher

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6.1 Connecting the VS-44HDxl in the Dual-Link Mode

You can use your VS-44HDxl in the dual-link mode to switch any of the two

dual-link SDI inputs to any or all of the two dual-link SDI outputs, as the

illustration in Figure 3 shows.

To connect the VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher in the dual-link

mode, do the following

1. Connect one or both of the SDI sources to the INPUT DUAL LINK BNC

connectors. For example, a dual-link HD/SD SDI camera to DUAL LINK 1

(inputs 1 and 2) and a dual-link 3G HD video server to DUAL LINK 2 (inputs

3 and 4).

2. Connect the SDI OUTPUT BNC connectors to one or both

SDI

acceptors. For example, OUTPUT DUAL LINK 1 (outputs 1 and 2) to a

dual-link preview display, and OUTPUT DUAL LINK 2 (outputs 3 and

4) to a dual-link HD SDI mixer.

3. Set the DIP-switches (see section 6.2).

4. If required

, connect:

 A Genlock source to the GENLOCK BNC connector

 The LOOP BNC connector to the GENLOCK connector of the next

unit in the line, and release the TERM button for looping

5. Connect a PC and/or controller (if required), to the:

 RS-232 port (see section 6.4), and/or

 RS-485 port (see section 6.5), and/or

 ETHERNET connector (see section 6.8)

6. If required

, connect a remote contact closure switch (refer to section 6.9).

7. Connect

the power cord

8. Set the machine to the dual-link mode (see section 6.2).

1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VS-44HDxl. After connecting your VS-44HDxl, switch

on its power and then switch on the power on each device

2 When only one output is required, connect that output, and leave the other output unconnected

3 Not illustrated in Figure 2

4 Pushed in terminates the input. Release when the input extends to another unit

5 We recommend that you use only the power cord that is supplied with this machine

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Figure 3: Connecting the Dual-Link VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher

6.2 Working Mode Setting

You can set the VS-44HDxl to work in the dual-link mode as follows:

• To switch to the dual-link mode, press and hold the OFF front panel button

for 3 seconds until a red dot illuminates on the display (on the second segment

of the 7-segment display) and the OFF button blinks

• To exit the dual-link mode, press and hold the OFF front panel button for 3

seconds until the red dot on the display disappears and the OFF button blinks

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6.3 DIP-switch Setting

By default, all the DIP-switches are set to OFF. Figure 4 illustrates the

VS-44HDxl DIP-switches:

1 2 3 4

SETUP

Figure 4: VS-44HDxl SETUP DIP-switches

6.3.1 Setting the Machine # DIP-switches

The Machine # determines the position of a VS-44HDxl unit, specifying which

VS-44HDxl unit is being controlled when several VS-44HDxl units connect to a

PC or serial controller. Set the Machine # on a VS-44HDxl unit via SETUP DIPS

1, 2, 3 and 4, according to Table 3.

When using a standalone VS-44HDxl unit, set the Machine # to 1. When

connecting more than one VS-44HDxl unit, set the first machine (the Master) that

is closest to the PC, as Machine # 1 (DIP-switches are set to OFF).

Table 3: Machine # DIP-switch Settings

Mach. #

DIP 1

DIP 2

DIP 3

DIP 4

1 (default)

OFF

6 OFF ON OFF ON

OFF

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6.4 Controlling via RS-232 (for example, using a PC)

To connect a PC to the VS-44HDxl unit, using the Null-modem adapter provided

with the machine (recommended):

• Connect the RS-232 9-pin D-sub rear panel port on the VS-44HDxl unit to

the Null-modem adapter and connect the Null-modem adapter with a 9-wire

flat cable to the RS-232 9-pin D-sub port on your PC

To connect a PC to the VS-44HDxl unit, without using a Null-modem adapter:

• Connect the RS-232 9-pin D-sub port on your PC to the RS-232 9-pin D-sub

rear panel port on the VS-44HDxl unit, as Figure 5 illustrates

�

9-pin D-sub

(From PC)

9-pin D-sub

(Male)

If a shielded cable is used, connect the shield to PIN 5

PIN 4 is connected to PIN 6

PINs 8, 7, 1 are connected together

�

PIN 5 Connected to PIN 5 (Ground)

PIN 3 Connected to PIN 2

PIN 2 Connected to PIN 3

Figure 5: Connecting a PC without using a Null-modem Adapter

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6.5 Controlling via the RS-485 Port

To cascade up to eight individual VS-44HDxl units

, via RS-485 (with control

via a Master Programmable Remote Control system such as the Kramer

RC-3000), as Figure 6 illustrates, do the following:

1. Connect the “A” (+) and “B” (-) PINS on the RS-485 terminal block port

of the RC-3000 to the “A” (+) and “B” (-) PINS, respectively, on each of

the eight VS-44HDxl units. (If using shielded twisted pair cable, the

shield is usually connected to the “G” (Ground) PIN of the first unit).

2. Set the first VS-44HDxl unit as MACHINE # 1 and the following seven

VS-44HDxl units as MACHINE # 2 to MACHINE # 8, according to

Table 3.

MACHINE # 1

MACHINE # 8

KEYBOARD EXTENSION

REMOTE CONTACT

RS-485 RS-232 IN

RS-232 OUT

12 VDC

1 2

3 4 5 6 7 8 G4 6 8 103 5 7 9 11 12 14 16

OUT

13 15

RC-3000

RS-485 PINOUT

Figure 6: Controlling via RS-485 (for example, using an RC-3000)

6.6 Factory Reset

Press and hold the input buttons 1, 2 and 3 simultaneously for 3 seconds until the

three buttons flash to reset the machine to its default values.

1 Regular and/or dual-link units

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6.7 Switching Genlocked Video Signals

The genlock feature lets you switch genlocked video signals according to timing

of the GENLOCK reference input

Connect the GENLOCK cable.

If the HD input signal

that is connected is one of the following, it is necessary to

set it up as follows:

• 1080i@60Hz: press and hold INPUT 1 button for 3 seconds. The button will

flash

to indicate that the set up was completed

• 1080i@50Hz or 720p@50Hz: press and hold INPUT 2 button for 3 seconds.

The button will flash

to indicate that the set up was completed

• 720p@60Hz: press and hold INPUT 3 button for 3 seconds.

The button will flash

to indicate that the set up was completed

When turning the machine ON, the appropriate button will flash to indicate the

latest setup (last setup is saved).

6.8 Controlling via ETHERNET

You can connect the VS-44HDxl via the Ethernet, using a crossover cable (see

section 6.8.1) for direct connection to the PC or a straight through cable (see

section 6.8.2) for connection via a network hub or network router.

To connect and configure the Ethernet port of the VS-44HDxl, refer to the

Ethernet Configuration (Lantronix) Guide on our Web site:

http://www.kramerav.com

Default IP address – 192.168.1.39

TCP port – 10001

6.8.1 Connecting the ETHERNET Port directly to a PC (Crossover

Cable)

You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS-44HDxl to the Ethernet port on your

PC, via a crossover cable with RJ-45 connectors.

1 According to SMPTE RP-168. The sources must be genlocked to the GENLOCK input in order to switch cleanly

2 The unit will detect automatically when SD-SDI inputs are used

3 If a change is made to the resolution or refresh rate. The button will not flash if the new timing is the same as that

previously selected

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This type of connection is recommended for identification of the factory default

IP Address of the VS-44HDxl during the initial configuration

After connecting the Ethernet port, configure your PC as follows:

1. Right-click the My Network Places icon on your desktop.

2. Select Properties.

3. Right-click Local Area Connection Properties.

4. Select Properties.

The Local Area Connection Properties window appears.

5. Select the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click the Properties Button (see

Figure 7).

Figure 7: Local Area Connection Properties Window

6. Select Use the following IP address, and fill in the details as shown in

Figure 8.

7. Click OK.

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Figure 8: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window

6.8.2 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub (Straight-

Through Cable)

You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS-44HDxl to the Ethernet port on a

network hub or network router, via a straight-through cable with RJ-45

connectors.

6.8.3 Configuring the Ethernet Port

After connecting the Ethernet port, you have to install and configure it.

For detailed instructions on how to configure your Ethernet port, refer to the

Ethernet Configuration (Lantronix) Guide on our Web site:

http://www.kramerav.com

6.9 Controlling via the REMOTE Connector

You can force the routing of one of the four inputs to any of the four outputs

remote control. To do so, connect the appropriate REMOTE input terminal block

connector pins to a contact closure switch.

1 In the dual-link mode, you can force the routing of any of the two inputs to any of the two outputs

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To route input 1 to output 4, as the

example in Figure 9 illustrates,

momentarily touch, firstly, output #

4 to the Ground, and then secondly,

input # 1 to the Ground.

Temporarily connect

PIN 4 to

PIN G (Ground)

OUTPUT

Stage 1

Temporarily connect

IN PIN 1 to

PIN G (Ground)

PUT

Stage 2

To route INPUT 1 to OUTPUT 4

Figure 9: Using the REMOTE Connector

In the dual-link mode, only inputs and outputs 1 and 2 are used (as are the INPUT

and OUTPUT selector buttons). Remote PINs 3 and 4 and Selector buttons 3 and

4 are not used.

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7 Operating the VS-44HDxl

You can operate your VS-44HDxl via:

• The front panel buttons

• RS-232/RS-485 serial commands transmitted by a PC, touch screen system,

or other serial controller

• The Kramer RC-IR2 Infra-Red Remote Control Transmitter

• The Infra-red remote extension cable transmitter

• The ETHERNET

7.1 Switching OUT-IN Combinations

Section 7.1.1 describes how to switch OUT-IN combinations and section 7.1.2

how to switch OUT-IN combinations in the dual link mode.

Note that:

• The OUTPUT button color changes during routing according to the input

button color: green (for standard definition) or blue (for high definition)

• If an OUTPUT button is not selected, that button will not illuminate

• If a source is connected to an INPUT, that INPUT button will illuminate

7.1.1 Switch OUT-IN Combinations

To switch an input to an output, via the front panel buttons

, in the AT ONCE

mode (see section 7.2), do the following:

1. Press an OUTPUT button (either 1, 2, 3, 4 or ALL).

The selected OUTPUT button illuminates brightly, as does the 7-segment

display.

2. Press an INPUT button (either 1, 2, 3, 4 or OFF)

The selected input switches to the selected output, and that input button

illuminates brightly. The digits displayed in the 7-segment display change

as appropriate.

1 For details of how to route an input to an output using the REMOTE connector, see section 6.9

2 For immediate switching

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7.1.2 Switch OUT-IN Combinations in the Dual-Link Mode

To switch an input to an output in the dual-link mode, via the front panel

buttons

, in the AT ONCE mode (see section 7.2), do the following:

1. Press an OUTPUT button (either 1, 2 or ALL).

The selected OUTPUT button illuminates brightly, as does the 7-segment

display.

2. Press an INPUT button (either 1, 2 or OFF)

The selected input switches to the selected output, and that input button

illuminates brightly. The digits displayed in the 7-segment display change

as appropriate.

7.2 Confirming Settings

Choose to work in the AT ONCE or the CONFIRM mode (see section 7.2.1).

When the VS-44HDxl operates in the AT ONCE mode, pressing an OUT-IN

combination implements the switch immediately. In the CONFIRM mode, the

TAKE button must be pressed to authorize the switch.

In the AT ONCE mode, you save time as execution is immediate and actions

require no user confirmation. However, no protection is offered against changing

an action in error.

In the CONFIRM mode:

• You can key-in several actions and then confirm them by pressing the

“TAKE” button to simultaneously activate the multiple switches

• Every action requires user confirmation, protecting against erroneous

switching

• Execution is delayed until the user confirms the action

Note that after ten seconds the VS-44HDxl will go to standby mode and the

buttons and the 7-segment display will illuminate less brightly.

7.2.1 Toggling between the AT ONCE and CONFIRM Modes

To toggle between the AT ONCE and CONFIRM modes, do the following:

1. Press the dim TAKE button to toggle from the AT ONCE mode (in which

the TAKE button is dim) to the CONFIRM mode (in which the TAKE

button illuminates).

Actions now require user confirmation and the TAKE button illuminates.

2. Press the illuminated TAKE button to toggle from the CONFIRM mode

back to the AT ONCE mode.

1 For details of how to route an input to an output using the REMOTE connector, see section 6.9

2 For immediate switching

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Actions no longer require user confirmation and the TAKE button no

longer illuminates.

7.2.2 Confirming a Switching Action

To confirm a switching action

(in CONFIRM mode where the TAKE button is

illuminated), do the following:

1. Press an OUT-IN combination.

The 7-segment Display blinks

2. Press the TAKE button to confirm the action.

The 7-segment Display no longer blinks. The TAKE button illuminates.

To confirm several actions (in CONFIRM mode), do the following:

1. Press each OUT-IN combination in sequence.

The 7-segment Display blinks.

2. Press the TAKE button to confirm all the actions.

The 7-segment Display no longer blinks. The TAKE button illuminates.

7.3 Storing/Recalling Input/Output Configurations

You can store and recall up to eight setup configurations using the four INPUT

buttons and the four OUTPUT buttons. The setup also includes the working

mode.

7.3.1 Storing an Input/Output Configuration

To store the current status in memory, do the following:

1. Set the working mode, see section 6.2.

2. Press the STO button.

The STO button illuminates.

3. Press one of the 8 INPUT / OUTPUT buttons (this will be the setup # in

which the current status is stored).

The selected INPUT / OUTPUT button illuminates in blue. The memory

stores the data at that reference.

To confirm the setup, press the INPUT/OUTPUT button again.

To cancel the setup, press the STO button once again

1 when operating the machine in the CONFIRM mode, the remote RS-232 control is disabled

2 The timeout lasts for 10 seconds

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7.3.2 Recalling an Input/Output Configuration

To recall an input/output configuration, do the following:

1. Press the RCL button.

The RCL button illuminates.

2. Press the appropriate INPUT / OUTPUT button (the button #

corresponding to the setup #). That setup configuration will blink in the

7-segment Display.

The memory recalls the stored data from that reference.

After pressing the same memory location the second time, the settings

will take effect.

To cancel this action, press the RCL button once again

7.4 Locking the Front Panel

To prevent changing the settings accidentally or tampering with the unit via the

front panel buttons, lock

your VS-44HDxl. Unlocking releases the protection

mechanism.

To lock the VS-44HDxl:

• Press the LOCK button for three seconds, until the LOCK button is

illuminated.

The front panel is locked. Pressing a button will have no effect

To unlock the VS-44HDxl:

• Press the illuminated LOCK button until the LOCK button is no longer

illuminated

The front panel unlocks

1 Nevertheless, even though the front panel is locked you can still operate via RS-232 or RS-485, as well as via the Kramer

IR Remote Control Transmitter

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Technical Specifications

8 Technical Specifications

Table 4 includes the technical specifications:

Table 4: Technical Specifications

of the VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI Matrix Switcher

INPUTS:

4 SMPTE-259M / 292M / 424M / (372M for dual-link HD-SDI signals) serial video,

75 ohms on BNC connectors

1 GENLOCK 75

Ω

/ Hi-Z on a BNC connector, hi-level or tri-level sync

OUTPUTS:

4 equalized and reclocked SMPTE-259M, 292M (372M for dual-link HD-SDI

signals) outputs 75 ohms on BNC connectors

1 Looped GENLOCK 75

Ω

/ Hi-Z on a BNC connector

MAX. OUTPUT LEVEL:

800mVpp /75 ohms

DATA RATE:

Up to 2.97Gbps

CONTROLS: Front-panel, RS-232; RS-485, ETHERNET, infra-red remote, contact closure,

and panel lock

POWER SOURCE: Universal, 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz 22VA

DIMENSIONS:

19 inch (W), 7 inch (D), 1U (H) rack mountable

WEIGHT:

2.6kg (5.7lbs) approx.

ACCESSORIES:

Power cord, Null-modem Adapter

OPTIONS:

External remote IR receiver cable

9 Table of Hex Codes for Serial Communication

Table 5 lists the Hex values for a single machine (MACHINE # 1):

Table 5: VS-44HDxl Hex Codes for Switching via RS-232/RS-485

IN/OUT 4

IN/OUT 3

IN/OUT 2

IN/OUT 1

1 Specifications are subject to change without notice

2 P/N: C-A35M/IRR-50

Kramer Protocol 200044F

10 Kramer Protocol 2000

The VS-44HDxl is compatible with Kramer’s Protocol 2000 (version 0.50)

(below). This RS-232/RS-485 communication protocol uses four bytes of

information as defined below. For RS-232, a null-modem connection between the

machine and controller is used. The default data rate is 9600 baud, with no parity,

8 data bits and 1 stop bit.

Table 6: Protocol Definitions

MSB LSB

DESTI-

NATION

INSTRUCTION

1st byte

INPUT

2nd byte

OUTPUT

3rd byte

MACHINE NUMBER

OVR

4th byte

BYTE: Bit 7 – Defined as 0.

D – “DESTINATION”: 0 - for sending information to the switchers (from the PC);

1 - for sending to the PC (from the switcher).

N5…N0 – “INSTRUCTION”

The function that is to be performed by the switcher(s) is defined by the INSTRUCTION (6 bits). Similarly, if a function is

performed via the machine’s keyboard, then these bits are set with the INSTRUCTION NO., which was performed. The

instruction codes are defined according to the table below (INSTRUCTION NO. is the value to be set for N5…N0).

BYTE: Bit 7 – Defined as 1.

I6…I0 – “INPUT”.

When switching (ie. instruction codes 1 and 2), the INPUT (7 bits) is set as the input number which is to be switched.

Similarly, if switching is done via the machine’s front-panel, then these bits are set with the INPUT NUMBER which was

switched. For other operations, these bits are defined according to the table.

BYTE: Bit 7 – Defined as 1.

O6…O0 – “OUTPUT”.

When switching (ie. instruction codes 1 and 2), the OUTPUT (7 bits) is set as the output number which is to be switched.

Similarly, if switching is done via the machine’s front-panel, then these bits are set with the OUTPUT NUMBER which was

switched. For other operations, these bits are defined according to the table.

BYTE: Bit 7 – Defined as 1.

Bit 5 – Don’t care.

OVR – Machine number override.

M4…M0 – MACHINE NUMBER.

Used to address machines in a system via their machine numbers. When several machines are controlled from a single serial

port, they are usually configured together with each machine having an individual machine number. If the OVR bit is set, then

all machine numbers will accept (implement) the command, and the addressed machine will reply.

1 You can download our user-friendly “Software for Calculating Hex Codes for Protocol 2000” from the technical support

section on our Web site at: http://www.kramerelectronics.com

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For a single machine controlled via the serial port, always set M4…M0 = 1, and make sure that the machine itself is

configured as MACHINE NUMBER = 1.

Table 7: Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000

Note: All values in the table are decimal, unless otherwise stated.

INSTRUCTION

DEFINITION FOR SPECIFIC INSTRUCTION

NOTE

DESCRIPTION

INPUT

OUTPUT

RESET VIDEO

SWITCH VIDEO

Set equal to video input

which is to be switched

(0 = disconnect)

Set equal to video output which is

to be switched

(0 = to all the outputs)

STORE VIDEO STATUS

Set as SETUP #

0 - to store

1 - to delete

2, 3

RECALL VIDEO STATUS

Set as SETUP #

2, 3

REQUEST STATUS OF A VIDEO

OUTPUT

Set as SETUP #

Equal to output number whose

status is reqd

4, 3

REQUEST SIGNAL STANDARD

SETTING

Input number

4, 5

REQUEST WHETHER SETUP IS

DEFINED

SETUP #

0 - for checking if setup is defined

ERROR / BUSY

0 - error

1 - invalid instruction

2 - out of range

3 - machine busy

6 - RX buffer overflow

LOCK FRONT PANEL

0 - Panel unlocked

1 - Panel locked

REQUEST WHETHER PANEL IS

LOCKED

IDENTIFY MACHINE

1 - video machine name

3 - video software version

0 - Request first 4 digits

1 - Request first suffix

2 - Request second suffix

10 - Request first prefix

DEFINE MACHINE

1 - number of inputs

2 - number of outputs

3 - number of setups

1 - for video

NOTES on the above table:

NOTE 1 - When the master switcher is reset, (e.g. when it is turned on), the reset code is sent to the PC. If this code is sent to

the switchers, it will reset according to the present power-down settings.

NOTE 2 - These are bi-directional definitions. That is, if the switcher receives the code, it will perform the instruction; and if

the instruction is performed (due to a keystroke operation on the front panel), then these codes are sent. For example, if the

HEX code

01 85 88 83

was sent from the PC, then the switcher (machine 3) will switch input 5 to output 8. If the user switched input 1 to output 7 via

the front panel keypad, then the switcher will send HEX codes:

41 81 87 83

to the PC.

When the PC sends one of the commands in this group to the switcher, then, if the instruction is valid, the switcher replies by

sending to the PC the same four bytes that it was sent (except for the first byte, where the DESTINATION bit is set high).

NOTE 3 - SETUP # 0 is the present setting. SETUP # 1 and higher are the settings saved in the switcher's memory, (i.e. those

used for Store and Recall).

NOTE 4 - The reply to a "REQUEST" instruction is as follows: the same instruction and INPUT codes as were sent are

returned, and the OUTPUT is assigned the value of the requested parameter. For example, if the present status of output

number 3 is "connected to input number 2", then the reply to the HEX code

05 80 83 81

would be HEX codes

45 80 82 81

NOTE 5 - The reply to the "REQUEST SETTING" instruction is as NOTE 4 above, except that here the OUTPUT is assigned

with the value 0 – if there is no signal on the input, 1 – if the signal on the input is SD, or 2 – if the signal on the input is HD.

Kramer Protocol 200044F

NOTE 8 - The reply is as in TYPE 3 above, except that here the OUTPUT is assigned with the value 0 if the setup is not

defined / no valid input is detected; or 1 if it is defined / valid input is detected.

NOTE 9 - An error code is returned to the PC if an invalid instruction code was sent to the switcher, or if a parameter

associated with the instruction is out of range (e.g. trying to save to a setup greater than the highest one, or trying to switch an

input or output greater than the highest one defined). This code is also returned to the PC if an RS-232 instruction is sent while

the machine is being programmed via the front panel. Reception of this code by the switcher is not valid.

NOTE 13 - This is a request to identify the switcher/s in the system. If the OUTPUT is set as 0, and the INPUT is set as 1, 2, 5

or 7, the machine will send its name. The reply is the decimal value of the INPUT and OUTPUT. For example, for a 2216, the

reply to the request to send the audio machine name would be (HEX codes):

7D 96 90 81 (i.e. 128dec+ 22dec for 2nd byte, and 128dec+ 16dec for 3rd byte).

If the request for identification is sent with the INPUT set as 3 or 4, the appropriate machine will send its software version

number. Again, the reply would be the decimal value of the INPUT and OUTPUT - the INPUT representing the number in

front of the decimal point, and the OUTPUT representing the number after it. For example, for version 3.5, the reply to the

request to send the version number would be (HEX codes):

7D 83 85 81 (i.e. 128dec+ 3dec for 2nd byte, 128dec+ 5dec for 3rd byte).

If the OUTPUT is set as 1, then the ASCII coding of the lettering following the machine’s name is sent. For example, for the

VS-7588YC, the reply to the request to send the first suffix would be (HEX codes):

7D D9 C3 81 (i.e. 128dec+ ASCII for “Y”; 128dec+ ASCII for “C”).

NOTE 14 - The number of inputs and outputs refers to the specific machine which is being addressed, not to the system. For

example, if six 16X16 matrices are configured to make a 48X32 system (48 inputs, 32 outputs), the reply to the HEX code

3E 82 81 82 (ie. request the number of outputs)

would be HEX codes

7E 82 90 82

ie. 16 outputs

NOTE 16 - The reply to the “REQUEST WHETHER PANEL IS LOCKED” is as in NOTE 4 above, except that here the

OUTPUT is assigned with the value 0 if the panel is unlocked, or 1 if it is locked.

NOTE 25 – For units which detect the validity of the video inputs, Instruction 16 will be sent whenever the unit detects a

change in the state of an input (in real-time).

For example, if input 3 is detected as invalid, the unit will send the HEX codes

10 83 84 81

If input 7 is detected as valid, then the unit will send HEX codes

10 87 85 81.

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LIMITED WARRANTY

WHO IS PROTECTED?

WHAT IS COVERED AND WHAT IS NOT COVERED

WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR AND WHAT WE WILL NOT PAY FOR

HOW YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE

LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES

EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES

CAUTION!

Kramer Electronics (hereafter ) warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the

following terms.

Kramer

HOW LONG IS THE WARRANTY

Labor and parts are warranted for seven years from the date of the first customer purchase.

Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty.

We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items. We will not pay for the following:

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:

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from place to place.

All products returned to Kramer for service must have prior approval. This may be obtained from your dealer.

This equipment has been tested to determine compliance with the requirements of:

EN-50081: "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC);

generic emission standard.

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”

Except as below, this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product. The following are not covered

by the warranty:

1. Any product which is not distributed by Kramer, or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer. If you are

uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized, please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the Web site

www.kramerelectronics.com.

2. Any product, on which the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed, or on which the WARRANTY VOID

TAMPERED sticker has been torn,

3. Damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from:

i) Accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, fire,

water, lightning or other acts of nature

ii) Product modification, or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product

iii) Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by Kramer

iv) Any shipment of the product (claims must be presented to the carrier)

v) Removal or installation of the product

vi) Any other cause, which does not relate to a product defect

vii) Cartons, equipment enclosures, cables or accessories used in conjunction with the product

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.

1. To obtain service on you product, you must take or ship it prepaid to any authorized Kramer service center.

2. Whenever warranty service is required, the original dated invoice (or a copy) must be presented as proof of warranty

coverage, and should be included in any shipment of the product. P

lease 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.

All implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited in duration to

the length of this warranty.

1. Damage to other property caused by defects in this product, damages based upon inconvenience, loss of use of the product, loss

of time, commer

cial 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.

Servicing the machines can only be done by an authorized Kramer technician. Any user who makes changes or

modifications to the unit without the expressed approval of the manufacturer will void user authority to operate the

equipment.

Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine.

Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components.

IF reattached, removed or otherwise interfered with.

* FCC and CE approved using STP cable (for twisted pair products)

NOTE:

Part 1:

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Web site: www.kramerelectronics.com

E-mail: info@kramerel.com

P/N: 2900-000476 REV 6

For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer

distributors, visit our Web site: www.kramerelectronics.com,

where updates to this user manual may be found.

We welcome your questions, comments and feedback.

Caution

Safety Warning:

Disconnect the unit from the power supply before

opening/servicing.

Produkt Specifikationer

Mærke:	Kramer
Kategori:	Ikke kategoriseret
Model:	VS-44HDxl
Vægt:	2600 g
Brugervejledning:	Ja
Produktfarve:	Sort, sølv
Dimensioner (BxDxH):	482.6 x 177.8 x 25.4 mm
LED-indikatorer:	Ja
Harmoniseret systemkode (HS):	85176990
Effektkrav:	100−240VAC, 50/60Hz
Plug and play:	Ja
Videoudgang:	4
RS-232-porte:	1
Video porttype:	BNC
BNC-indgangsporte:	4
Video indgang:	4
BNC porte, udgående:	4
Båndbredde:	2.97 Gbit/sek.