Kramer VS-162AV Manuel utilisateur

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.

USER MANUAL

Models:

VS-162AV, 16x16 Audio-Video Matrix Switcher

VS-162AVRCA, 16x16 Audio-Video Matrix Switcher

Contents

1Introduction 1

2Getting Started 1

3Overview 2

4Summary of how to Operate a Single Machine 3

5Your Audio-Video Matrix Switcher 4

6Installing the Audio-Video Matrix Switcher 8

6.1 Configuring a Stand Alone Switcher 8

6.1.1 Connecting a Balanced Stereo Audio Input / Output (VS-162AV) 9

6.1.2 Connecting an Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input / Output (VS-162AV) 9

6.2 Assembling a System of Interconnected Switchers 10

6.3 Dipswitch Settings 11

6.3.1 Setting the MACHINE # 11

6.3.2 Understanding the SYSTEM Mode 12

6.3.3 Understanding the SLAVE Mode 13

6.4 Connecting a Control Interface 13

6.4.1 Connecting the RS-232 Control Interface 14

6.4.1.1 Connecting 2 Units using a Null-modem Adapter 15

6.4.1.2 Connecting 2 Units without using a Null-modem Adapter 15

6.4.1.3 PC DB9 COM Port Connection to a Unit with a Null-modem Adapter 15

6.4.1.4 PC DB9 COM Port Connection to a Unit with no Null-modem Adapter 15

6.4.1.5 PC DB25 COM Port Connection to a Unit 16

6.4.2 Connecting the RS-485 Control Interface 16

6.5 Configuring the Sync 18

6.6 Connecting the KEYBOARD EXTENSION 19

7Operating Your Audio-Video Matrix Switcher 20

7.1 Startup Display 20

7.2 Using the Front Panel Buttons 20

7.2.1 Choosing the Audio-Follow-Video or Breakaway Mode 21

7.2.1.1 Setting the Breakaway Mode 21

7.2.1.2 Setting the Audio-Follow-Video Mode 21

7.2.2 Confirming Settings 22

7.2.2.1 Toggling between the AT ONCE and CONFIRM Modes 22

7.2.3 Switching 23

7.2.3.1 Switching one Input to one Output 23

7.2.3.2 Switching several Inputs to several Outputs 24

7.2.3.3 Switching one Input to all Outputs 25

7.2.4 Clearing 26

7.2.4.1 Clearing an Output 26

7.2.4.2 Clearing several Outputs 27

7.2.4.3 Clearing all Outputs 28

7.2.5 Storing and Recalling Setups 29

7.2.5.1 Storing Setups 29

7.2.5.2 Recalling Setups 30

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Contents

8MENU Commands Sequence 31

8.1 Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel 32

8.2 Choosing the Follow-System or Breakaway-From-System Mode 33

8.3 Choosing the SWITCHING METHOD Setting 35

8.3.1 Understanding the SWITCHING METHOD Settings 35

8.3.2 Configuring a SWITCHING METHOD 36

8.4 Choosing the extended Keyboard Setting 37

8.5 Setting the STORE/RECALL KEYBOARD Mode 37

8.6 Choosing what to INDICATE 38

8.7 Choosing the COMMUNICATION Setting 39

8.8 Setting the IR REMOTE Control 40

8.9 Choosing the AUTO STORE Current SETUP 41

8.10 Identifying the MACHINE 41

8.11 Choosing the initial RESET 42

9Flash Memory Upgrade 43

9.1 Connecting the PC to the RS-232 Port 43

9.2 Upgrading Firmware 43

10 Technical Specifications 46

11 Communication Protocol 46

Contents

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Figures

Figure 1: Default Dipswitch Setup on a Single Machine 3

Figure 2: VS-162AV 16x16 Audio-Video Matrix Switcher 5

Figure 3: VS-162AVRCA 16x16 Audio-Video Matrix Switcher 6

Figure 4: Configuring the VS-162AV as a Stand Alone Switcher 9

Figure 5: Connecting a Balanced Stereo Audio Input # 1 9

Figure 6: Connecting an Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input # 1 9

Figure 7: Assembling a System of Interconnected Switchers 10

Figure 8: Rear Panel Dipswitches 11

Figure 9: Connecting a PC to 4 Units 14

Figure 10: Connecting a PC (with a 25-pin connector) without a Null-modem Adapter 16

Figure 11: RS-485 Connector PINOUT 16

Figure 12: Connecting the RS-485 Connectors 17

Figure 13: An RS-485 Control Interface Setup 18

Figure 14: Keyboard Extension (EXT. KEYS) Connector 19

Figure 15: Default Startup Status Display Sequence 20

Figure 16: Sequence of MENU Commands 31

Figure 17: Choosing the MTX (SYNC from Matrix) Setting 36

Figure 18: Choosing what to INDICATE 38

Figure 19: Machine Identification 42

Tables

Table 1: Quick Reference Operating Guide for a Single Machine 4

Table 2: Front Panel Unit Features 7

Table 3: Rear Panel Unit Features 7

Table 4: Dipswitch Definitions 11

Table 5: Machine # Dipswitch Settings 12

Table 6: Summary of Basic IR-1 Setups 40

Table 7: Summary of Basic IR-1 Operations 40

Table 8: Technical Specifications of VS-162AV / VS-162AVRCA 46

Table 9: Hex Table for the VS-162AV / VS-162AVRCA Audio-Video Matrix Switcher 47

Introduction

1 Introduction

Welcome to Kramer Electronics (since 1981): a world of unique, creative and

affordable solutions to the infinite range of problems that confront the video, audio

and presentation professional on a daily basis. In recent years, we have redesigned

and upgraded most of our line, making the best even better! Our 350-plus

different models now appear in 8 Groups1

•Any professional system requiring outstanding value in a 16x16

matrix

, which are clearly defined by function.

Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer: VS-162AV 16x16 Audio-Video

Matrix Switcher, and/or VS-162AVRCA 16x16 Audio-Video Matrix

Switcher, which are ideal for the following typical applications:

•Production and duplication facilities

•Rental/staging applications

•Security, CCTV, and home theater systems

The package includes the following items:

•VS-162AV 16x16 Audio-Video Matrix Switcher or VS-162AVRCA

16x16 Audio-Video Matrix

•Power cord

•Windows®-based control software

•Null-modem adapter

•This user manual2

•Kramer Infra-Red Remote Control Transmitter (including the

required battery and a separate 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

1 GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Routers; GROUP 3: Video, Audio, VGA/XGA Processors;

GROUP 4: Interfaces and Sync Processors; GROUP 5: Twisted Pair Interfaces; GROUP 6: Accessories and Rack Adapters;

GROUP 7: Scan Converters and Scalers; and GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors

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

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Overview

3 Overview

The VS-162AV is a high performance 16x16 vertical interval matrix switcher

for composite video signals on BNC connectors, and balanced stereo audio

signals on detachable terminal block connectors. The VS-162AVRCA is a high

performance 16x16 vertical interval matrix switcher for composite video signals

on BNC connectors, and unbalanced stereo audio signals on RCA connectors.

A main advantage of the VS-162AV / VS-162AVRCA is that it forms part of

the series of 16x16 matrix switchers that includes, but is not limited to,

VS-1616SDI (a 16x16 digital Video Matrix Switcher), VS-1616AD (a 16x16

digital audio matrix switcher), VS-1616V (a 16x16 analog video matrix

switcher), VS-1616A (a 16x16 analog balanced stereo audio matrix switcher),

and VS-162V (a 16x16 video matrix switcher).

In particular, the VS-162AV / VS-162AVRCA:

•Has multiple SYNC options that make it appropriate for a wide

range of applications with glitch-free transitions. It produces glitch-free

transitions, when sources share a common reference sync1

•Offers excellent video performance, which ensures that it remains

transparent in almost any video application

•Video bandwidth extends to well over 90 MHz, making it suitable

for all video applications while audio bandwidth and levels conform to

broadcast specifications for audio applications

In addition the VS-162AV / VS-162AVRCA:

•Can be configured into a Kramer multi-signal switcher system

including digital and analog video, digital and analog audio, and RS-422

control switchers

•When integrated in a system, all units switch in true audio-follow-video

mode

•Both audio-follow-video and breakaway modes are available

•Recalls up to 60 configuration setups via the non-volatile memory

and provides for an unlimited quantity of setups when using the Kramer

control software on your PC

•Includes a user-friendly LCD display (making operation even easier)

•With its FLASH memory, lets you upgrade to the latest Kramer

firmware version via Internet download

•Comes with a choice of protocol format: hexadecimal or ASCII

Control the VS-162AV / VS-162AVRCA:

1 As it switches during the vertical interval

Summary of how to Operate a Single Machine

•Using the front panel buttons

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

touch screen system, PC, or other serial controller

•Remotely, from the Kramer RC-IR1 Infra-Red Remote Control

Transmitter1

•Via external dry-contact push buttons

Note: From here onward, “unit” refers to the “VS-162AV / VS-162AVRCA”.

On the VS-162AV, the audio signals are balanced stereo signals on

detachable terminal block connectors. On the VS 162AVRCA, the audio

signals are unbalanced stereo signals on RCA connectors.

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 unit in a location

free from moisture and away from excessive sunlight and dust

4 Summary of how to Operate a Single Machine

By default, the 16x16 Audio-Video Matrix Switcher is setup for use as a

single machine. This means that it is:

•A 16x16 composite video switcher and a 16x16 balanced stereo audio

switcher (VS-162AV)/16x16 unbalanced stereo audio switcher

(VS-162AVRCA), set to function by default, in the audio-follow-video

mode

•Switched during the vertical interval of the external reference

In particular, be sure that the dipswitches are set as Figure 1 illustrates (see

section 6.3 for further details):

Figure 1: Default Dipswitch Setup on a Single Machine

1 Previously known as the IR-1 / IR-1-01

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Your Audio-Video Matrix Switcher

To operate a single machine, see Table 1.

Table 1: Quick Reference Operating Guide for a Single Machine

To perform this command: Press:

Set breakaway mode1VIDEO

Set breakaway mode

AUDIO

Set audio-follow-video mode

AFV

Connect an input with an output OUT #; IN #

Clear (disconnect) a specific output OUT #; OFF

Clear (disconnect) all outputs ALL; OFF

Connect all outputs to a specific input ALL; IN #

Store a setup STO; OUT #; TAKE

Recall a setup RCL; OUT #; TAKE

Lock front panel MENU; TAKE

Unlock front panel TAKE; TAKE

Change default setup Press the Menu button several times until

you reach the appropriate Menu setup

command and follow the instructions

5 Your Audio-Video Matrix Switcher

Figure 2 illustrates the front and rear panels of the VS-162AV. Figure 3

illustrates the front and rear panels of the VS-162AVRCA. Table 2 and Table

3 define the front and rear panels of the unit.

1 All operations and the LCD MATRIX Display relate to the video channel (independently from audio)

2 All operations and the LCD MATRIX Display relate to the audio channel (independently from video)

3 All operations and the LCD MATRIX Display relate to both the video and the audio channels. Audio channels follow the

video channels

Your Audio-Video Matrix Switcher

STATUSMATRIX

ALL OFF

STO RCL AFV

OUT

OUTPUT

INPUT

TAKE

910 11 12 13 14 15 16

235

4678

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

+ - G - ++ - G - + + - G - + + - G - + + - G - + + - G - + + - G - + + - G - +

20 22 23 2421

AUDIO

L R10L R9 L R11 L R12 L R13 L R14 L R15 L R16

RS-232 OUT SETUP

IN RS-232 INRS-485

+ -

OUT

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

EXT. KEYS

19 28 29

25 26

OUT

+ - G - ++ - G - + + - G - + -+ G - + + - G - + + - G - + + - G - + + - G - +

L R2L R1 L R 6 L R7 LR R8L R4 L R5 L3

Figure 2: VS-162AV 16x16 Audio-Video Matrix Switcher

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Your Audio-Video Matrix Switcher

STATUSMATRIX

ALL OFF

STO RCL AFV

OUT

OUTPUT

INPUT

TAKE

910 11 12 13 14 15 16

2 3 54 6 7 8

20 22 23 24

25 26

Figure 3: VS-162AVRCA 16x16 Audio-Video Matrix Switcher

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