Kramer Electronics Printer VS 88HN User Manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.  
USER MANUAL  
MODEL:  
VS-88HN  
8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher  
P/N: 2900-300155 Rev 8  
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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 11 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; GROUP 10: Accessories and Rack Adapters and GROUP 11:  
Sierra Video Products.  
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VS-88HN 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher,  
which is ideal for the following typical applications:  
Conference room presentations  
Advertising applications  
Rental and staging  
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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  
to check for up-to-date user manuals, application programs, and to check if  
firmware upgrades are available (where appropriate).  
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2.1  
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-88HN away from moisture, excessive sunlight and  
dust  
This equipment is to be used only inside a building. It may only be  
connected to other equipment that is installed inside a building.  
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2.2  
Safety Instructions  
Caution:  
There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit  
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Warning: Use only the power cord that is supplied with the unit  
Warning: Do not open the unit. High voltages can cause  
electrical shock! Servicing by qualified personnel only  
Warning: Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall  
before installing  
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  
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Overview  
The VS-88HN is a high quality 8x8 matrix switcher for HDMI signals. It reclocks  
and equalizes the signal and can route any input to any or all outputs  
simultaneously.  
In particular, the VS-88HN features:  
Up to 6.75Gbps data rate (2.25Gbps per graphics channel)  
Suitable for resolutions up to UXGA at 60Hz and for all HD resolutions.  
HDTV compatibility  
HDCP compliance  
HDMI support for Deep Color, x.v.Color™, Dolby® TrueHD, Dolby Digital  
Plus, DTS−HD®, and linear PCM 7.1 surround sound  
3D pass-through  
I-EDIDPro™ Kramer Intelligent EDID Processing™ – Intelligent EDID  
handling & processing algorithm ensures Plug and Play operation for HDMI  
systems  
Kramer reKlocking™ & Equalization Technology that rebuilds the digital  
signal to travel longer distances  
A lock button to prevent unwanted tampering with the buttons on the front  
panel  
16 Preset memory locations for quick access to common configurations  
You can control the VS-88HN using the front panel buttons, or remotely via:  
RS-232 serial commands transmitted by a PC, touch screen system or other  
serial controller  
The Kramer infrared remote control transmitter  
A PC connected to the Ethernet port on the device via a LAN  
An external remote IR receiver (optional), see Section 3.2  
3.1  
Defining the VS-88HN 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher  
This section defines the VS-88HN.  
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Figure 1: VS-88HN 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher Front Panel  
Feature  
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Function  
1
2
3
4
IR Indication LED  
IR Receiver  
Lights yellow when receiving signals from the infrared remote control transmitter  
Signal receiver for the infrared remote control transmitter  
POWER LED  
ALL Button  
Lights when the device is turned on  
Press followed by an input button to connect the selected input to all outputs  
For example, press ALL and then Input button # 2 to connect input # 2 to all the outputs  
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6
7
OFF Button  
Press after pressing an output button to disconnect the selected output from the inputs.  
To disconnect all the outputs, press ALL followed by OFF  
IN (1 to 8)  
Press to select the input to switch after selecting an output (also used for storing machine  
setups (see Section 6.3)  
SELECT Buttons  
OUT (1 to 8)  
Press to select an output to switch followed by an input (also used for storing machine setups  
(see Section 6.3)  
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9
STO Button  
RCL Button  
LOCK Button  
Press to store the current switching setting to a preset (see Section 6.3)  
Press to recall the current switching setting from a preset (see Section 6.3)  
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Press and hold to toggle the locking/release of the front panel buttons.  
When storing or recalling presets, press to store or recall the preset (see Section 6.3)  
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12  
EDID Button  
Press to capture the EDID (see Section 6.2)  
OUTPUT/INPUT 7-segment LED Display  
Displays the input currently switched to the output which is marked above each input  
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Figure 2: VS-88HN 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher Rear Panel  
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Feature  
Function  
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IN HDMI Connectors (1 to 8)  
OUT HDMI Connectors (1 to 8)  
RS-232 9-pin D-sub Port Connector  
ETHERNET RJ-45 Connector  
ETH RESET Button  
Connect to up to 8 HDMI sources  
Connect to up to 8 HDMI acceptors  
Connect to a PC/serial controller  
Connect to a PC via a LAN  
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Press to reset to the factory default IP parameters:  
IP number 192.168.1.39  
Mask 255.255.255.0  
Gateway 192.168.1.1  
Depress the button while powering on the device. The device powers up with the factory default IP parameters  
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REMOTE IR Opening  
Connect to an external IR receiver for controlling the device via and IR remote controller (see  
Section 3.2)  
Covered by a cap. The 3.5mm jack at the end of the internal IR connection cable fits into this opening  
Connect to the mains power  
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Mains Power Connector  
Mains Power Fuse  
Fuse for protecting the device  
Mains Power Switch  
Switch for turning the device on or off  
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3.2  
Using the IR Transmitter  
You can use the RC-IR3 IR transmitter to control the machine via the built-in IR  
receiver on the front panel or, instead, via an optional external IR receiver (Model:  
C-A35M/IRR-50). The external IR receiver can be located up to 15 meters away  
from the machine. This distance can be extended to up to 60 meters when used  
with three extension cables (Model: C-A35M/A35F-50).  
Before using the external IR receiver, be sure to arrange for your Kramer dealer to  
insert the internal IR connection cable (P/N: 505-70434010-S) 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.  
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Installing in a Rack  
This section provides instructions for rack mounting the unit.  
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Connecting the VS-88HN 8x8 HDMI Matrix  
Switcher  
Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your  
VS-88HN. After connecting your VS-88HN, connect its power and then  
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switch on the power to each device.  
To connect the VS-88HN 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher as illustrated in the  
example in Figure 3:  
1. Connect up to eight HDMI sources (for example, DVD players) to the IN  
HDMI connectors.  
You do not have to connect all the sources.  
2. Connect the eight OUT HDMI connectors to up to eight HDMI acceptors (for  
example, LCD displays with built-in speakers).  
You do not have to connect all the outputs.  
3. If required, connect a PC/controller to the RS-232 port (see Section 6.6)  
and/or the Ethernet port (see Section 6.7).  
4. Connect the device to the mains electricity (not shown in Figure 3).  
5. If necessary, acquire the EDID (see Section 6.2)  
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Figure 3: Connecting the VS-88HN 8x8 HDMI Matrix Switcher  
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Operating the VS-88HN 8x8 HDMI Matrix  
Switcher  
This section describes how to:  
Switch an input to an output (see Section 6.1)  
Acquire the EDID (see Section 6.2)  
Store and recall switch settings (see Section 6.3)  
Reset the VS-88HN (see Section 6.4)  
Switch between Protocol 2000 and Protocol 3000 (see Section 6.5)  
Connect to the VS-88HN via RS-232 (see Section 6.6)  
Connect to the VS-88HN via Ethernet (see Section 6.7)  
Upgrade the firmware (see Section 6.8)  
6.1  
6.2  
Switching an Input to an Output  
To switch an input to an output:  
Press an output button followed by an input button to switch the selected  
input to the selected output  
Acquiring the EDID  
You can acquire the EDID from any of the following:  
One output set to one or more of the eight inputs (see Section 6.2.1)  
Different outputs set to different inputs (see Section 6.2.2)  
The default EDID (see Section 6.2.3)  
Note: Attempting to acquire the EDID from an output that does not have a display  
device connected to it results in the default EDID being acquired.  
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6.2.1  
Acquiring the EDID from One Output  
Note: You can assign the EDID from one output to any or all of the eight inputs.  
To acquire the EDID from a display device connected to one of the outputs:  
1. Press the EDID and STO buttons simultaneously and hold them for 3  
seconds.  
Both buttons flash.  
2. Press the input button to which the EDID is copied.  
The selected input number flashes on the display.  
3. Select the output from which the EDID is to be acquired.  
4. Press the EDID button.  
The EDID is stored when the display returns to normal and the EDID and  
STO buttons stop flashing.  
6.2.2  
Acquiring the EDID from Different Outputs to Different Inputs  
To acquire the EDID from several outputs (for example, OUT 1 to IN 1 and  
OUT 6 to IN 3):  
1. Connect the display devices to the outputs from which you want to acquire  
the EDIDs.  
2. Press the EDID and STO buttons simultaneously and hold them for 3  
seconds.  
Both buttons flash.  
3. Press the input button to which the EDID is copied (for example, IN 1).  
The selected input number flashes on the display.  
4. Select the output from which the EDID is acquired (for example, OUT 1).  
5. Press the IN 1 button.  
The IN 1 button stops flashing.  
6. Press the next input button to which the EDID is copied (for example, IN 3).  
The selected input number flashes on the display.  
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7. Select the output from which the EDID is acquired (for example, OUT 6).  
8. Press the IN 3 button.  
The IN 3 button stops flashing.  
9. Press the input buttons to which you want to copy the EDID (for example, IN  
1 and IN 3).  
10. Make sure that the relevant input numbers flash on the display.  
11. Press the EDID button.  
The process is complete when the display returns to normal.  
6.2.3  
Acquiring the Default EDID  
To store the default EDID on a selected input (for example, Input 2):  
1. Press the EDID and STO buttons simultaneously and hold them for 3  
seconds.  
Both buttons flash.  
2. Press the input (for example, Input 2) to which the EDID is to be copied.  
The selected input number flashes on the display.  
3. Press the OFF button until "0" (zero) appears on the display.  
4. Press the EDID button.  
The default EDID is stored on the selected input when the display returns to  
normal.  
6.3  
Storing and Recalling a Setting  
You can use the STO and RCL buttons to store up to 16 setups and then recall  
them using the OUT (1-8) and IN (9-16) SELECTOR buttons (see Figure 4).  
Figure 4: Store-Recall Button Configuration  
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To store a preset (for example, to preset 10):  
1. Configure the switching as required for the preset.  
2. Press the STO button.  
The STO button flashes.  
3. Select an OUT or IN SELECT button to store the device setting (for example,  
IN 2 for preset 10).  
4. Press the STO button to store the current setup.  
You have to press the STO button within 10 seconds or the procedure automatically  
times out.  
To recall a preset (for example, preset 10):  
1. Press the RCL button.  
The RCL button flashes.  
2. Press the relevant OUT or IN button that stored the preset (for example, IN  
2/preset 10).  
3. Press the RCL button to recall the stored preset.  
The RCL button stops flashing.  
6.4  
Resetting the IP Parameters  
This procedure resets only the IP related parameters. All switching and  
preset values remain unchanged.  
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To reset the IP parameters to their default values (see Section 8):  
Press and hold the ETH Reset button on the rear panel while powering up  
the device  
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6.5  
Switching Between Protocol 2000 and Protocol 3000  
To switch from Protocol 2000 to Protocol 3000 and vice-versa using the front  
panel buttons:  
Press Output buttons 1 and 3 at the same time.  
Protocol 3000 is active.  
Press Output buttons 1 and 2 at the same time.  
Protocol 2000 is active.  
Note that when sending consecutive protocol commands make sure to  
maintain at least a 200ms delay between commands.  
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After performing EDID get/store commands, a 1 sec delay is required  
before sending another protocol command.  
6.6  
Connecting via RS-232  
You can connect to the VS-88HN via an RS-232 connection using, for example, a  
PC. Note that a null-modem adapter/connection is not required.  
To connect to the product via RS-232:  
Connect the RS-232 9-pin D-sub on the rear panel of the VS-88HN via a  
9-wire straight cable (only pin 2 to pin 2, pin 3 to pin 3, and pin 5 to pin 5  
need to be connected) to the RS-232 9-pin D-sub port on your PC  
6.7  
Connecting via Ethernet  
You can connect to the VS-88HN via Ethernet using either of the following  
methods:  
Directly to the PC using a crossover cable (see Section 6.7.1)  
Via a network hub, switch, or router, using a straight-through cable (see  
Section 6.7.2)  
Note: If you want to connect via a router and your IT system is based on IPv6,  
speak to your IT department for specific installation instructions.  
After connecting the Ethernet port, you have to install and configure your Ethernet Port. For  
detailed instructions, see the “Ethernet Configuration (FC-11) guide.pdf” file in the technical  
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6.7.1  
Connecting the Ethernet Port directly to a PC  
You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS-88HN directly to the Ethernet port on  
your PC using a crossover cable with RJ-45 connectors.  
This type of connection is recommended for identifying the VS-88HN  
with the factory configured default IP address.  
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After connecting the VS-88HN to the Ethernet port, configure your PC as follows:  
1. Click Start > Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center.  
2. Click Change Adapter Settings.  
3. Highlight the network adapter you want to use to connect to the device and  
click Change settings of this connection.  
The Local Area Connection Properties window for the selected network  
adapter appears as shown in Figure 5.  
Figure 5: Local Area Connection Properties Window  
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4. Highlight either Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6) or Internet  
Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) depending on the requirements of your IT  
system.  
5. Click Properties.  
The Internet Protocol Properties window relevant to your IT system appears  
Figure 6: Internet Protocol Version 4 Properties Window  
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Figure 7: Internet Protocol Version 6 Properties Window  
6. Select Use the following IP Address for static IP addressing and fill in the  
details as shown in Figure 8.  
For TCP/IPv4 you can use any IP address in the range 192.168.1.1 to  
192.168.1.255 (excluding 192.168.1.39) that is provided by your IT  
department.  
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Figure 8: Internet Protocol Properties Window  
7. Click OK.  
8. Click Close.  
6.7.2  
6.7.3  
Connecting the Ethernet Port via a Network Hub or Switch  
You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS-88HN to the Ethernet port on a  
network hub or using a straight-through cable with RJ-45 connectors.  
Control Configuration via the Ethernet Port  
To control several units via Ethernet, connect the Master unit (Device 1) via the  
Ethernet port to the Ethernet port of your PC. Use your PC provide initial  
configuration of the settings (see Section 6.4).  
6.8  
Upgrading the Firmware  
For instructions on upgrading the firmware see “Upgrading the VS-88HN Firmware  
Using the STC Software”.  
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Technical Specifications  
INPUTS:  
8 HDMI connectors  
OUTPUTS:  
8 HDMI connectors  
MAX DATA RATE:  
6.75Gbps data rate (2.25Gbps per graphics channel)  
HDMI and HDCP  
COMPLIANCE WITH HDMI  
STANDARD:  
RESOLUTION:  
Up to UXGA; 1080p  
POWER CONSUMPTION:  
CONTROLS:  
100240V AC, 50/60Hz, 40VA  
Front panel buttons, infrared remote control  
transmitter, RS-232, Ethernet  
OPERATING TEMPERATURE:  
STORAGE TEMPERATURE:  
HUMIDITY:  
0° to +40°C (32° to 104°F)  
-40° to +70°C (-40° to 158°F)  
10% to 90%, RHL non-condensing  
19” x 7” x 1U (W, D, H)  
DIMENSIONS:  
WEIGHT:  
2.1kg (4.6lbs) approx.  
ACCESSORIES:  
OPTIONS:  
Power cord, IR transmitter, rack ”ears”  
External remote IR receiver cable  
Specifications are subject to change without notice at http://www.kramerelectronics.com  
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Default Communication Parameters  
RS-232  
Protocol 2000 (Default)  
Protocol 3000  
Baud Rate  
Data Bits  
Baud Rate  
Data Bits  
9600  
9600  
8
8
Stop Bits  
1
Stop Bits  
1
Parity  
None  
Parity  
None  
Command Format  
HEX  
Command Format  
ASCII  
Example (Output  
1 to Input 1)  
0x01, 0x81, 0x81, 0x81  
Example (Output 1 to  
Input 1)  
#VID1>1<CR>  
Switching Protocol  
P2000 > P3000  
P3000 > P2000  
Command  
0x38, 0x80, 0x83, 0x81  
Command  
#P2000<CR>  
Front Panel  
Press and hold Output 1 and Front Panel  
Output 3 simultaneously  
Press and hold Output 1  
and Output 2 simultaneously  
Ethernet  
IP Address  
Subnet Mask  
192.168.1.39  
255.255.255.0  
TCP Port  
UDP Port  
5000 or 10001 or 50000  
50000  
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Default EDID  
Monitor  
Model name............... VS-88HN  
Manufacturer............. KMR  
Plug and Play ID......... KRM0200  
Serial number............ 1  
Manufacture date......... 2010, ISO week 24  
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EDID revision............ 1.3  
Input signal type........ Digital (DVI)  
Color bit depth.......... Undefined  
Display type............. RGB color  
Screen size.............. 700 x 390 mm (31.5 in)  
Power management......... Not supported  
Extension blocs.......... 1 (CEA-EXT)  
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DDC/CI................... Not supported  
Color characteristics  
Default color space...... Non-sRGB  
Display gamma............ 2.20  
Red chromaticity......... Rx 0.640 - Ry 0.341  
Green chromaticity....... Gx 0.286 - Gy 0.610  
Blue chromaticity........ Bx 0.146 - By 0.069  
White point (default).... Wx 0.284 - Wy 0.293  
Additional descriptors... None  
Timing characteristics  
Horizontal scan range.... 31-94kHz  
Vertical scan range...... 50-85Hz  
Video bandwidth.......... 170MHz  
CVT standard............. Not supported  
GTF standard............. Not supported  
Additional descriptors... None  
Preferred timing......... Yes  
Native/preferred timing.. 1280x720p at 60Hz  
Modeline............... "1280x720" 74.250 1280 1390 1430 1650 720 725 730 746 +hsync -vsync  
Detailed timing #1....... 1920x1080p at 60Hz (16:9)  
Modeline............... "1920x1080" 148.500 1920 2008 2052 2200 1080 1084 1089 1125 +hsync +vsync  
Standard timings supported  
720 x 400p at 70Hz - IBM VGA  
720 x 400p at 88Hz - IBM XGA2  
640 x 480p at 60Hz - IBM VGA  
640 x 480p at 67Hz - Apple Mac II  
640 x 480p at 72Hz - VESA  
640 x 480p at 75Hz - VESA  
800 x 600p at 56Hz - VESA  
800 x 600p at 60Hz - VESA  
800 x 600p at 72Hz - VESA  
800 x 600p at 75Hz - VESA  
832 x 624p at 75Hz - Apple Mac II  
1024 x 768i at 87Hz - IBM  
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1024 x 768p at 60Hz - VESA  
1024 x 768p at 70Hz - VESA  
1024 x 768p at 75Hz - VESA  
1280 x 1024p at 75Hz - VESA  
1152 x 870p at 75Hz - Apple Mac II  
1280 x 720p at 60Hz - VESA STD  
1280 x 800p at 60Hz - VESA STD  
1440 x 900p at 60Hz - VESA STD  
1280 x 960p at 60Hz - VESA STD  
1280 x 1024p at 60Hz - VESA STD  
1400 x 1050p at 60Hz - VESA STD  
1680 x 1050p at 60Hz - VESA STD  
1600 x 1200p at 60Hz - VESA STD  
EIA/CEA-861 Information  
Revision number.......... 3  
IT underscan............. Not supported  
Basic audio.............. Supported  
YCbCr 4:4:4.............. Not supported  
YCbCr 4:2:2.............. Not supported  
Native formats........... 1  
Detailed timing #1....... 720x480p at 60Hz (4:3)  
Modeline............... "720x480" 27.000 720 736 798 858 480 489 495 525 -hsync -vsync  
Detailed timing #2....... 1920x1080i at 60Hz (16:9)  
Modeline............... "1920x1080" 74.250 1920 2008 2052 2200 1080 1084 1094 1124 interlace +hsync  
+vsync  
Detailed timing #3....... 1920x1080i at 50Hz (16:9)  
Modeline............... "1920x1080" 74.250 1920 2448 2492 2640 1080 1084 1094 1124 interlace +hsync  
+vsync  
Detailed timing #4....... 1280x720p at 60Hz (16:9)  
Modeline............... "1280x720" 74.250 1280 1390 1430 1650 720 725 730 750 +hsync +vsync  
Detailed timing #5....... 1280x720p at 50Hz (16:9)  
Modeline............... "1280x720" 74.250 1280 1720 1760 1980 720 725 730 750 +hsync +vsync  
CE video identifiers (VICs) - timing/formats supported  
720 x 576p at 50Hz - EDTV (4:3, 16:15)  
1280 x 720p at 50Hz - HDTV (16:9, 1:1)  
1920 x 1080i at 60Hz - HDTV (16:9, 1:1)  
1920 x 1080i at 50Hz - HDTV (16:9, 1:1)  
1280 x 720p at 60Hz - HDTV (16:9, 1:1) [Native]  
1920 x 1080p at 60Hz - HDTV (16:9, 1:1)  
1920 x 1080p at 50Hz - HDTV (16:9, 1:1)  
NB: NTSC refresh rate = (Hz*1000)/1001  
CE audio data (formats supported)  
LPCM 3-channel, 24-bits  
at 44/48 kHz  
CE speaker allocation data  
Channel configuration.... 7.1  
Front left/right......... Yes  
Front LFE................ No  
Front center............. Yes  
Rear left/right.......... No  
Rear center.............. No  
Front left/right center.. No  
Rear left/right center... No  
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Rear LFE................. No  
CE vendor specific data (VSDB)  
IEEE registration number. 0x000C03  
CEC physical address..... 1.0.0.0  
Maximum TMDS clock....... 165MHz  
Report information  
Date generated........... 08/03/2011  
Software revision........ 2.52.0.857  
Data source.............. Real-time 0x0031  
Operating system......... 5.1.2600.2.Service Pack 3  
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10 Kramer Protocol 2000  
The Kramer Protocol 2000 RS-232/RS-485 communication uses four bytes of  
information as defined below. All the values in the table are decimal, unless  
otherwise stated.  
MSB  
LSB  
1st Byte  
DESTINATION  
INSTRUCTION  
0
7
D
6
N5  
5
N4  
4
N3  
3
N2  
2
N1  
1
N0  
0
2nd Byte  
INPUT  
1
7
I6  
6
I5  
5
I4  
4
I3  
3
I2  
2
I1  
1
I0  
0
3rd Byte  
OUTPUT  
1
7
O6  
6
O5  
5
O4  
4
O3  
3
O2  
2
O1  
1
O0  
0
4th Byte  
MACHINE NUMBER  
1
7
OVR  
6
X
5
M4  
4
M3  
3
M2  
2
M1  
1
M0  
0
1st Byte:  
Bit 7 Defined as 0  
D DESTINATION:  
0 Sends information to the switchers (from the PC)  
1 Sends information to the PC (from the switcher)  
N5…N0 – INSTRUCTION  
The 6-bit INSTRUCTION defines the function performed by the switcher(s). If a function is performed using the  
machine’s keyboard, these bits are set with the INSTRUCTION NO. performed. The instruction codes are defined  
according to the table below (INSTRUCTION NO. is the value set in N5…N0).  
2nd Byte:  
Bit 7 Defined as 1  
I6…I0 – INPUT  
When switching (i.e. instruction codes 1 and 2), the 7-bit INPUT is set as the input number to be switched. If switching is  
done using the machine’s front panel, these bits are set with the INPUT NUMBER switched. For other operations, these  
bits are defined according to the table.  
3rd Byte:  
Bit 7 Defined as 1  
O6…O0 – OUTPUT  
When switching (i.e. instruction codes 1 and 2), the 7-bit OUTPUT is set as the output number to be switched. If  
switching is done using the machine’s front panel, these bits are set with the OUTPUT NUMBER switched. For other  
operations, these bits are defined according to the table.  
4th Byte:  
Bit 7 Defined as 1  
Bit 5 – Don’t care  
OVR Machine number override  
M4…M0 – MACHINE NUMBER  
This byte is used to address machines in a system by their machine numbers. When several machines are controlled  
from a single serial port, they are usually configured together and each machine has an individual machine number. If  
the OVR bit is set, then all machine numbers accept (implement) the command and the addressed machine replies.  
When a single machine is controlled over the serial port, always set M4…M0 to 1, and make sure that the machine itself  
is configured as MACHINE NUMBER = 1.  
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Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000  
Instruction Definition for Specific Instruction  
Description Input Output  
Notes  
#
0
1
RESET VIDEO  
SWITCH VIDEO  
0
0
1
Set equal to video input which is Set equal to video output which is  
2, 15  
to be switched  
(0 = disconnect)  
Set as SETUP #  
to be switched  
(0 = to all the outputs)  
0 - to store  
1 - to delete  
0
3
4
5
STORE VIDEO  
STATUS  
RECALL VIDEO  
STATUS  
REQUEST STATUS  
OF A VIDEO OUTPUT  
2, 3, 15  
2, 3, 15  
4, 3  
Set as SETUP #  
Set as SETUP #  
Equal to output number whose  
status is required  
15 REQUEST WHETHER SETUP #  
0 - for checking if setup is defined  
1 - for checking if input is valid  
8
SETUP IS DEFINED /  
VALID INPUT IS  
or  
Input #  
DETECTED  
30 LOCK FRONT PANEL  
0 - Panel unlocked  
1 - Panel locked  
0
2
31 REQUEST WHETHER  
PANEL IS LOCKED  
0
0
16  
56 CHANGE TO ASCII  
61 IDENTIFY MACHINE  
0
Kramer protocol 3000  
19  
13  
1 - video machine name  
2 - audio machine name  
3 - video software version  
4 - audio software version  
5 - RS422 controller name  
6 - RS422 controller version  
7 - remote control name  
8 - remote software version  
9 - Protocol 2000 revision  
0 - Request first 4 digits  
1 - Request first suffix  
2 - Request second suffix  
3 - Request third suffix  
10 - Request first prefix  
11 - Request second prefix  
12 - Request third prefix  
62 DEFINE MACHINE  
1 - number of inputs  
2 - number of outputs  
3 - number of setups  
1 - for video  
2 - for audio  
3 - for SDI  
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4 - for remote panel  
5 - for RS-422 controller  
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 resets according to the present power-down settings.  
NOTE 2 - These are bi-directional definitions. That is, if the switcher receives the code, it performs 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) switches input 5 to output 8. If the user switched input 1 to output 7  
via the front panel keypad, then the switcher sends 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. The replies to instructions 10 and 11 are  
as per the definitions in instructions 7 and 8 respectively. For example, if the present status of machine number 5 is  
breakaway setting, then the reply to the HEX code  
0B  
would be HEX codes  
4B 80  
80  
80  
81  
85  
85  
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.  
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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 sends 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 sends 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 15 – When the OVR bit (4th byte) is set, then the “video” commands have universal meaning. For example,  
instruction 1 (SWITCH VIDEO) causes all units (including audio, data, etc.) to switch. Similarly, if a machine is in  
“FOLLOW” mode, it performs any “video” instruction.  
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 19 - After this instruction is sent, the unit will respond to the ASCII command set defined by the OUTPUT byte.  
The ASCII command to operate with the HEX command set must be sent in order to return to working with HEX codes.  
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11 Protocol 3000  
By default, the VS-88HN is set to Protocol 2000 (see Section 10) but is also  
compatible with Kramer’s protocol 3000.  
Note that the VS-88HN needs to be set to protocol 2000 in order to  
use the IR remote control.  
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The VS-88HN can be operated using serial commands from a PC, remote  
controller or touch screen using the Kramer Protocol 3000.  
This section describes:  
Kramer Protocol 3000 syntax (see Section 11.1)  
Kramer Protocol 3000 commands (see Section 11.2)  
11.1 Kramer Protocol 3000 Syntax  
11.1.1 Host Message Format  
Start  
Address (optional)  
Body  
Delimiter  
CR  
#
device_id@  
Message  
11.1.1.1 Simple Command  
Command string with only one command without addressing:  
Start  
Body  
Delimiter  
CR  
#
Command SP Parameter_1,Parameter_2,…  
11.1.1.2 Command String  
Formal syntax with commands concatenation and addressing:  
Start  
#
Address  
Body  
Delimiter  
CR  
device_id@  
Command_1 Parameter1_1,Parameter1_2,…|  
Command_2 Parameter2_1,Parameter2_2,…|  
Command_3 Parameter3_1,Parameter3_2,…|…  
11.1.2 Device Message Format  
Start  
Address (optional)  
Body  
delimiter  
CR LF  
~
device_id@  
Message  
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11.1.2.1 Device Long Response  
Echoing command:  
Start  
~
Address (optional)  
Body  
Delimiter  
CR LF  
device_id@  
Command SP [Param1 ,Param2 …] result  
CR = Carriage return (ASCII 13 = 0x0D)  
LF = Line feed (ASCII 10 = 0x0A)  
SP = Space (ASCII 32 = 0x20)  
11.1.3 Command Terms  
Command  
A sequence of ASCII letters ('A'-'Z', 'a'-'z' and '-').  
Command and parameters must be separated by at least one space.  
Parameters  
A sequence of alphanumeric ASCII characters ('0'-'9','A'-'Z','a'-'z' and some special  
characters for specific commands). Parameters are separated by commas.  
Message string  
Every command entered as part of a message string begins with a message  
starting character and ends with a message closing character.  
Note: A string can contain more than one command. Commands are separated by  
a pipe ( '|' ) character.  
Message starting character  
'#' For host command/query  
'~' For device response  
Device ID (Optional, for K-NET)  
K-NET Device ID followed by '@'  
Query sign  
'?' follows some commands to define a query request.  
Message closing character  
CR For host messages; carriage return (ASCII 13)  
CRLF For device messages; carriage return (ASCII 13) + line-feed (ASCII 10)  
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Command chain separator character  
When a message string contains more than one command, a pipe ( '|' ) character  
separates each command.  
Spaces between parameters or command terms are ignored.  
11.1.4 Entering Commands  
You can directly enter all commands using a terminal with ASCII communications  
software, such as HyperTerminal, Hercules, etc. Connect the terminal to the serial  
or Ethernet port on the Kramer device. To enter CR press the Enter key.  
( LF is also sent but is ignored by command parser).  
For commands sent from some non-Kramer controllers like Crestron, some  
characters require special coding (such as, /X##). Refer to the controller manual.  
11.1.5 Command Forms  
Some commands have short name syntax in addition to long name syntax to allow  
faster typing. The response is always in long syntax.  
11.1.6 Chaining Commands  
Multiple commands can be chained in the same string. Each command is  
delimited by a pipe character (“|”). When chaining commands, enter the message  
starting character and the message closing character only once, at the  
beginning of the string and at the end.  
Commands in the string do not execute until the closing character is entered.  
A separate response is sent for every command in the chain.  
11.1.7 Maximum String Length  
64 characters  
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11.2 Kramer Protocol 3000 Commands  
Short  
Form  
Command  
Description  
Permission  
#
Protocol handshaking  
Read device build date  
End User  
End User  
BUILD-  
DATE?  
CPEDID  
Copy EDID data from the output to the  
input EEPROM  
End User  
End User  
DISPLAY?  
FACTORY  
GETEDID  
Read if output is valid  
Reset to factory default configuration  
Read EDID data  
User SW Internal  
User SW Internal  
GETEDID-  
EXT  
Read EDID data from external device  
connected to output  
HELP  
List of commands  
End User  
End User  
End User  
End User  
User SW Internal  
Administrator  
End User  
End User  
End User  
End User  
End User  
End User  
End User  
End User  
IDV  
Visual identify device  
Read in/out count  
INFO-IO?  
INFO-PRST?  
LDEDID  
Read maximum preset count  
Load EDID data  
LOCK-FP  
LOCK-FP?  
MODEL?  
P2000  
LCK  
Lock front panel  
LCK?  
Read Lock front panel  
Read device model  
Switch to protocol 2000  
Read device protocol version  
Read saved presets list  
Recall saved preset  
PROT-VER?  
PRST-LST?  
PRST-RCL  
PRST-STO  
PRST-VID?  
Store current connections to preset  
Read video connections from saved  
preset  
RESET  
SIGNAL?  
SN?  
Reset device  
Administrator  
End User  
End User  
End User  
End User  
End User  
Read if input is valid  
Read device serial number  
Read device firmware version  
Switch Video only  
VERSION?  
VID  
VID?  
Get Video switch state  
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SAFETY WARNING  
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supply before opening and servicing  
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