Kramer VS-88H2A Bedienungsanleitung

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USER MANUAL

MODEL:

VS-88H2A

4K HDMI 8x8 Matrix Switcher

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VS-88H2A –Contents 
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Contents 
Introduction 1 
Getting Started 1 
Overview 2 
Typical Applications 4 
Defining VS-88H2A 4K HDMI 8x8 Matrix Switcher 5 
Mounting VS-88H2A 7 
Connecting VS-88H2A 8 
Connecting Output to a Balanced/Unbalanced Stereo Audio Acceptor 9 
Connecting to VS-88H2A via RS-232 9 
Operating VS-88H2A via Front Panel Buttons 10 
Routing Signals 11 
Muting/Unmuting an Output 16 
Routing a Pattern to the Output 17 
Operating in ARC Mode 18 
Storing and Recalling a Setup 23 
Setting Switching Mode 24 
Setting Switching Speed 24 
Setting HDCP 24 
Copying EDID 25 
Operating via Ethernet 26 
Using Embedded Web Pages 29 
Switching and Setting Ports 30 
Changing Device Settings and Upgrading Firmware 38 
Managing Web Page Security 40 
Setting the Timeout 44 
Setting Switching Modes 45 
Setting Step-in Devices 47 
Managing EDID 49 
Viewing About Us Page 55 
Upgrading Firmware 56 
Technical Specifications 57 
Default Communication Parameters 58 
Input or Output Resolutions 59 
Default Parameters 60 
Default EDID 61 
Protocol 3000 64 
Understanding Protocol 3000 64 
Protocol 3000 Commands 65 
Result and Error Codes 80 

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VS-88H2A –Introduction

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!

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 www.kramerav.com/downloads/VS-88H2A to check for up-to-date user manuals,

application programs, and to check if firmware upgrades are available (where appropriate).

Achieving 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-88H2A away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust.

Safety Instructions

Caution:

•This equipment is to be used only inside a building. It may only be connected to other

equipment that is installed inside a building.

•For products with relay terminals and GPI\O ports, please refer to the permitted rating

for an external connection, located next to the terminal or in the User Manual.

•There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit.

Warning:

•Use only the power cord that is supplied with the unit.

•Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall before installing.

•Do not open the unit. High voltages can cause electrical shock! Servicing by qualified

personnel only.

•To ensure continuous risk protection, replace fuses only according to the rating

specified on the product label which is located on the bottom of the unit.

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VS-88H2A –Introduction

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 www.kramerav.com/support/recycling.

Overview

Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VS-88H2A.

VS-88H2A is a high-quality, 8x8 matrix switcher for 4K@60Hz (4:4:4), HDR, HDMI™signals

and analog & digital audio routing. It reclocks and equalizes the signals and can route any

one of 8 HDMI, HDCP-compliant sources (selectable) to any or all outputs simultaneously.

VS-88H2A offers unmatched audio flexibility where any embedded digital or analog audio

input can be routed to any embedded digital or analog audio output in addition to 8 ARC

sources to produce an equivalent 24x24 audio matrix.

The VS-88H2A provides exceptional quality, advanced and user-friendly operation, and

flexible control.

Exceptional Quality

•High-Performance AV Matrix –Switches 8 4K@60Hz (4:4:4), HDR, HDMI, HDCP,

DVI-compliant signals to 8 4K@60Hz (4:4:4), HDR, HDMI, HDCP, DVI-compliant outputs

at up to 18G data rate. Signals are HDCP 2.2/1.4 compliant. Featuring Kramer

re-Klocking™ and Equalization Technology that rebuilds the digital signal to travel longer

distances.

For optimum range and performance, use recommended Kramer cables.

•Independent Audio Routing –Any embedded digital or analog audio input can be routed

to any embedded digital or analog audio output in addition to eight ARC sources to

produce an equivalent 24x24 audio matrix (8 embedded digital inputs + 8 analog inputs

+ 8 ARC inputs and 8 digital outputs + 8 analog outputs + 8 ARC outputs).

•Max. data rate –18Gbps data rate (6Gbps per graphics channel).

•Max. resolution –Up to 4K@60Hz UHD (4:4:4).

•Step-in over HDMI technology.

•HDMI, HDCP and DVI Compliance.

•HDMI Support –Deep Color, 3D, ARC, up to 7.1 uncompressed audio channels as

specified in HDMI 2.0.

•Kramer reKlocking™ and equalization technology –rebuilds the digital signal to travel

longer distances.

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VS-88H2A –Introduction

Advanced and User-friendly Operation

•Easy Step-In Collaboration Function –When used with a Kramer Step-In enabled

switcher, just plug in your device and press the Step-In button. Your device becomes the

active signal on the main display.

•Convenient Unit Control and Configuration Options –Local control via front panel:

switching, audio embedding, mute, test pattern, memory, EDID, front panel lock and

factory reset buttons, Input/Output LED display. Distance control using user-friendly

embedded web pages via Ethernet, Protocol 3000 API, and RS-232 serial commands

transmitted by a PC, touch screen system or other serial controller.

•Cost-Effective Maintenance –Input Selection indicators facilitate easy local maintenance

and troubleshooting. Firmware upgrade via Ethernet or mini-USB.

•Selectable switching speed.

•Audio level and balance support.

•Embedded pattern generator (480p) –With selectable patterns.

•Quick Access to Common Configurations –Save up to 16 preset configurations.

•EDID Management –Individual EDID management per input. Captures and stores the

EDID from a display device.

•Smart Switching –Active source & acceptor detection. Automatic input selection based

on priority selection or last connected input.

•ARC Support –on all inputs and outputs.

•Flexible Content Protection –Selectable HDCP per input.

•Easy front-panel operation.

•Lock button to prevent tampering.

•5V/2A USB charger port.

•Kramer protocol 3000 support.

•Firmware upgrade via mini-USB, Ethernet or the RS-232 port, using embedded web

GUI, Kramer Network or K-Load application.

•7-segment display, indicating the video and audio status and other functions.

•Audio breakaway and AFV (audio-follow-video) operation support.

•Efficient power-saving features.

•Includes non-volatile memory that retains the last settings, after switching the power off

and then on again.

•Input port active source detection as well as output port active sink detection.

Flexible Connectivity

•Supports up to eight analog audio inputs, eight digital audio inputs and 8 ARC inputs.

•Up to 24x24 switching for audio signals.

•8x8 switching for HDMI signals.

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VS-88H2A –Introduction

•Optional ARC from HDMI outputs and analog audio inputs to HDMI inputs.

•Supports Step-in function.

•Housed in a 19” 1U rack mountable enclosure, with rack ears included, and is fed from a

100-240 VAC universal switching power supply.

Typical Applications

The VS-88H2A is ideal for the following typical applications:

▪Presentation and multimedia applications.

▪Systems that require automatic HDMI routing.

Controlling your VS-88H2A

Control your VS-88H2A directly via the front panel push buttons (with on-screen menus), or:

•By RS-232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system, PC, or other serial

controller.

•Via the Ethernet using built-in user-friendly Web pages.

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VS-88H2A –Defining VS-88H2A 4K HDMI 8x8 Matrix Switcher

Defining VS-88H2A 4K HDMI 8x8

Matrix Switcher

This section defines VS-88H2A.

Figure 1: VS-88H2A 4K HDMI 8x8 Matrix Switcher Front Panel

Feature

Function

The behavior of the front panel buttons and the 7-segment display changes along with the

operation modes. For further details see Operating VS-88H2A via Front Panel Buttons

on page 10.

IN (PATTERN)

SELECTOR Buttons

Press to select the input (1 to 8) to switch after selecting an output (also

used for storing machine setups in the STO-RCL modes and for

selecting a pattern in the Pattern mode).

OUT (MUTE)

SELECTOR Buttons

Press to select an output (1 to 8) to which the input is routed. Also used

for storing machine presets.

MUTE/PATTERN Button

Press to view the current pattern status and select the output/s to which

a pattern is routed (see Routing a Pattern to the Output on page 17 or

Switching a Pattern to an Output on page 35).

Press to mute audio or video on a selected output when

D-AUDIO/A-AUDIO, and/or VIDEO buttons are pressed (lit)

(see Muting/Unmuting an Output on page 16).

ALL Button

Press to perform an action on all outputs (for example setting Mute

mode, Pattern mode and so on).

For switching, press ALL and then a specific IN button to route the

selected input to all outputs. For example, press ALL and then IN 2 to

route input 2 to all the outputs.

STO and RCL Buttons

Press STO to store the current switching setting to a preset button.

Press RCL to recall the switching setting from a preset button

(see Storing and Recalling a Setup on page 23).

A-AUDIO Button

Press to enable analog audio routing. When pressed together with

VIDEO, the analog audio is routed together with the video signal.

D-AUDIO Button

Press to enable digital audio routing. When pressed together with

VIDEO, the digital audio is routed together with the video signal.

VIDEO Button

Press to select video inputs. When pressed together with

D-AUDIO/A-AUDIO, video is switched together with audio.

LOCK Button

Press and hold to toggle locking/releasing of the front panel buttons.

Press to save the following setups: HDCP (On/Off), ARC, Fast Switch

and Switch mode.

EDID Button

Press to capture the EDID (see Copying EDID on page 25 or Managing

EDID on page 49).

OUTPUT/INPUT

7-segment LED Display

Displays the selected inputs switched to the outputs (marked above

each input).

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VS-88H2A –Defining VS-88H2A 4K HDMI 8x8 Matrix Switcher

Figure 2: VS-88H2A 4K HDMI 8x8 Matrix Switcher Rear Panel

Feature

Function

AUDIO IN on 3.5 Mini Jack

Connectors

Connect to unbalanced stereo analog audio sources (from 1 to 8).

INPUT HDMI Connectors

Connect to HDMI sources (from 1 to 8).

AUDIO OUTPUT on 5-pin

Terminal Block Connectors

Connect to balanced stereo analog audio acceptor (from 1 to 8).

(See Connecting Output to a Balanced/Unbalanced Stereo Audio

Acceptor on page 9).

OUTPUT HDMI

Connectors

Connect to HDMI acceptors (from 1 to 8).

PROG Mini USB Port

Use for firmware upgrade or communication (connecting to a PC or a

serial controller).

SETUP DIP-Switches

For future use.

5V/2A USB Port

Use to charge a device.

RESET Button

Press and hold for 7-8 seconds to hard-reset the device to its factory

default values (IP settings included).

ETHERNET RJ-45 Port

Connect to your LAN.

OPTIONAL Terminal Block

Connectors

For future use.

RS-232 3-pin Terminal

Block Connectors

Connect to a PC or a serial controller.

Mains Power Connector

Connect to the mains power.

Mains Power Fuse

Fuse for protecting the device.

Mains Power Switch

Switch for turning the device on or off.

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VS-88H2A –Mounting VS-88H2A

Mounting VS-88H2A

This section provides instructions for mounting VS-88H2A. Before installing, verify that the

environment is within the recommended range:

•Operation 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.

Caution:

•Mount VS-88H2A before connecting any cables or power.

Warning:

•Ensure that the environment (e.g., maximum ambient temperature & air flow) is

compatible for the device.

•Avoid uneven mechanical loading.

•Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate ratings should be used for avoiding

overloading of the circuits.

•Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment should be maintained.

Mount VS-88H2A in a rack:

•Attach both rack ears by removing the screws from each

side of the machine and replacing those screws through

the rack ears.

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VS-88H2A –Connecting VS-88H2A

Connecting VS-88H2A

Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your VS-88H2A. After

connecting your VS-88H2A, connect its power and then switch on the power to each device.

Figure 3: Connecting to the VS-88H2A Rear Panel

To connect VS-88H2A as illustrated in the example in Figure 3:

1. Connect up to eight video sources to the HDMI INPUT connectors (from INPUT 1 to

INPUT 8). For example, connect:

▪A laptop to INPUT 1.

▪Blu-ray players to INPUT 3 and INPUT 5.

2. Connect up to eight analog stereo audio sources to the AUDIO IN 3.5mm mini jacks

(from IN 1 to IN 8). For example, connect:

▪The analog audio output of a laptop to AUDIO IN 1.

▪An i-Pod to AUDIO IN 2.

3. Connect the eight video HDMI OUTPUT connectors (from OUTPUT 1 to OUTPUT 8)

to up to eight acceptors. For example, connect:

▪OUTPUT 4 to a projector.

▪OUTPUT 5, OUTPUT 7 and OUTPUT 8 HDMI each to a display.

4. Connect the eight balanced analog output 5-pin terminal block connectors (from

OUTPUT 1 to OUTPUT 8) to up to eight audio acceptors. For example, connect:

▪OUTPUT 4 to a power amplifier with speakers.

▪OUTPUT 7 to active speakers.

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