Page 4 - Introduction; x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher
VS-66HN - Introduction 1 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 video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting professionals on a daily basis. In r...
Page 5 - Getting Started; Achieving the Best Performance
2 VS-66HN - Getting Started 2 Getting Started We recommend that you: Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment Review the contents of this user manual Go to http://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/product_downloads.asp to check...
Page 6 - Safety Instructions; There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit; Recycling Kramer Products; go to our recycling pages at
VS-66HN - Getting Started 3 2.2 Safety Instructions Caution: There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit 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:...
Page 7 - Overview; Section; Defining the VS-66HN 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher
4 VS-66HN - Overview 3 Overview The VS-66HN is a high quality 6x6 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-66HN features: Up to 6.75Gbps data rate (2.25Gbps per graphics channel) Suita...
Page 10 - Using the IR Transmitter; You can use the
VS-66HN - Overview 7 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 t...
Page 11 - Installing in a Rack; This section provides instructions for rack mounting the unit.
8 VS-66HN - Installing in a Rack 4 Installing in a Rack This section provides instructions for rack mounting the unit.
Page 12 - example in; Figure 3
VS-66HN - Connecting the VS-66HN 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher 9 5 Connecting the VS-66HN 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your VS-66HN . After connecting your VS-66HN , connect its power and then switch on the power to each device. To connect th...
Page 14 - Switching an Input to an Output; To switch an input to an output:; Acquiring the EDID
VS-66HN - Operating the VS-66HN 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher 11 6 Operating the VS-66HN 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher This section describes: Switching an input to an output (see Section 6.1 ) Acquiring the EDID (see Section 6.2 ) Storing and recalling switch settings (see Section 6.3 ) Resetting the...
Page 15 - Acquiring the EDID from One Output; Note; Acquiring the EDID from Different Outputs to Different Inputs
12 VS-66HN - Operating the VS-66HN 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher 6.2.1 Acquiring the EDID from One Output Note : You can assign the EDID from one output to any or all of the six inputs. To acquire the EDID from a display device connected to one of the outputs: 1. Press the EDID and STO buttons simultaneo...
Page 16 - Acquiring the Default EDID; Storing and Recalling a Preset; Figure 4
VS-66HN - Operating the VS-66HN 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher 13 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 t...
Page 17 - Resetting the IP Parameters; To reset the IP parameters to their default values
14 VS-66HN - Operating the VS-66HN 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher 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 4 for p...
Page 18 - panel buttons; Connecting via RS-232
VS-66HN - Operating the VS-66HN 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher 15 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 : 1. Press Output buttons 1 and 3 at the same time. Protocol 3000 is active. 2. Press Output bu...
Page 19 - Connecting the Ethernet Port directly to a PC; Start; Figure 5
16 VS-66HN - Operating the VS-66HN 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher 6.7.1 Connecting the Ethernet Port directly to a PC You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS-66HN directly to the Ethernet port on your PC using a crossover cable with RJ-45 connectors. This type of connection is recommended for identify...
Page 20 - Internet; depending on the requirements of your IT; Properties; as shown in
VS-66HN - Operating the VS-66HN 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher 17 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 a...
Page 21 - Use the following IP Address; for static IP addressing and fill in the
18 VS-66HN - Operating the VS-66HN 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher Figure 7: Internet Protocol Version 6 Properties W indow 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....
Page 22 - OK; Connecting the Ethernet Port via a Network Hub or Switch; You can connect the Ethernet port of the; Control Configuration via the Ethernet Port; configuration of the settings (see; Upgrading the Firmware; For instructions on upgrading the firmware see “
VS-66HN - Operating the VS-66HN 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher 19 Figure 8: Internet Protocol Properties Window 7. Click OK . 8. Click Close . 6.7.2 Connecting the Ethernet Port via a Network Hub or Switch You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS-66HN to the Ethernet port on a network hub or using a st...
Page 23 - Technical Specifications
20 VS-66HN - Technical Specifications 7 Technical Specifications INPUTS: 6 HDMI connectors OUTPUTS: 6 HDMI connectors BANDW IDTH: Up to 6.75Gbps data rate (2.25Gbps per graphics channel) COMPLIANCE W ITH HDMI STANDARD: HDMI and HDCP RESOLUTION: Up to UXGA; 1080p POWER CONSUMPTION: 100 240V AC, 50/...
Page 24 - Default Communication Parameters
VS-66HN - Default Communication Parameters 21 8 Default Communication Parameters RS-232 Protocol 2000 (Default) Protocol 3000 Baud Rate 9600 Baud Rate 9600 Data Bits 8 Data Bits 8 Stop Bits 1 Stop Bits 1 Parity None Parity None Command Format HEX Command Format ASCII Example (Output 1 to Input 1) 0x...
Page 25 - Default EDID
22 VS-66HN - Default EDID 9 Default EDID Monitor Model name............... VS-66HN Manufacturer............. KMR Plug and Play ID......... KRM0200 Serial number............ 1 Manufacture date......... 2010, ISO week 24 ------------------------- EDID revision............ 1.3 Input signal type...........
Page 31 - Kramer Protocol 3000 Syntax; Host Message Format
28 VS-66HN - Protocol 3000 11 Protocol 3000 By default, the VS-66HN is set to Protocol 2000 (see Section 10 ) but is also compatible with Kramer’s protocol 3000. Note that the VS-66HN needs to be set to protocol 2000 in order to use the IR remote control. The VS-66HN can be operated using serial com...
Page 32 - CR; Command Terms
VS-66HN - Protocol 3000 29 11.1.2.1 Device Long Response Echoing command: Start Address (optional) Body Delimiter ~ device_id @ Command SP [ Param1 ,Param2 … ] result CR LF CR = Carriage return (ASCII 13 = 0x0D) LF = Line feed (ASCII 10 = 0x0A) SP = Space (ASCII 32 = 0x20) 11.1.3 Command Terms Comma...
Page 34 - Kramer Protocol 3000 Commands
VS-66HN - Protocol 3000 31 11.2 Kramer Protocol 3000 Commands Command Short Form Description Permission # Protocol handshaking End User BUILD-DATE? Read device build date End User CPEDID Copy EDID data from the output to the input EEPROM End User DISPLAY? Read if output is valid End User FACTORY Res...