Kramer Electronics VP-81SIDN user manual Overview

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The VP-81SIDNcan route one of eight TP (Twisted Pair), a DVI or an HDMI input to either a TP or an HDMI output. Input selection can also be controlled remotely using;

Step-In modules (for example, the SID-DP)

Contact closure switches

A serial controller via RS-232 or RS-485

A PC via Ethernet connected over a LAN

The device also outputs balanced and unbalanced stereo audio, as well as digital audio.

In particular, the VP-81SIDN:

Has a bandwidth of 1.65Gbps per video channel

Can be cascaded with up to four VP-81SIDNdevices via the HDMI port to provide up to 37 Twisted Pair inputs

Supports the SID range of Step-in Commander panels for remote inputs and remote step-in control

Has a USB power port that can provide power to USB devices, (for example, the Kramer KW-11T)

Is HDCP compliant

Provides EDID capture – Copies and stores the EDID from a display device

You can control the VP-81SIDNusing the front panel buttons, or remotely via:

RS-485 or RS-232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system, PC or other serial controller

Ethernet over a LAN

The Kramer RC-IR3Infrared Remote Control Transmitter or the CA35M/IRR-50 infrared remote extension cable transmitter (optional)

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Contents VP-81SIDN Page Figures Remote Input Selection Switch Wiring Introduction Achieving the Best Performance Safety InstructionsGetting Started Recycling Kramer Products Overview Using the IR Transmitter for the VP-81SIDN About the Power Connect FeatureUsing Twisted Pair cables Defining the VP-81SIDN 8x1 Digital Step-In Switcher Feature FunctionDefines the rear panel of the VP-81SIDN Switcher Installing in a Rack Connecting the VP-81SIDN 8x1 Digital Step- In Switcher Connecting the VP-81SIDN 8x1 Digital Step-In SwitcherPage Connecting to a Balanced Audio Acceptor Terminal Description NumberRemote Input Selection Switch Wiring Connecting to the VP-81SIDN via RS-485 Connecting and Controlling Multiple VP-81SIDN DevicesTo connect to the VP-81SIDN via RS-232 To connect a device with a RS-485 port to the VP-81SIDNTo connect up to four VP-81SIDN devices Connecting the Ethernet Port Directly to a PC Local Area Connection Properties Window Internet Protocol Version 6 Properties Window Connecting the Ethernet Port via a Network Hub or Switch Control Configuration via the Ethernet PortTo select an input Operating the VP-81SIDN LocallySelecting an Input Muting the Input when using Step-In Commanders Resetting all Input Priorities to the DefaultSetting the Audio Output Volume Selecting an OutputLocking and Unlocking the Front Panel Buttons Muting and unmuting the AudioTo lock and unlock the front panel buttons To mute and unmute the audio outputConfiguring and Maintaining the VP-81SIDN Setting the RS-485 Device NumberReading the Current RS-485 Device Number To read the current RS-485 machine numberSetting the RS-485 Bus Termination Resetting to the Factory Default SettingsUpgrading the Firmware Operating the VP-81SIDN Using the Controller Software Operating the VP-81SIDN RemotelyFollowing table describes the main window features Output Volume Slider Feature DescriptionMenu Bar Sub Menu Description Options Authorized UsersStep-In Software Menu Bar To log in as admin Logging in as AdminConnecting to the Device Switching an Input to an Output To switch an input to an outputSwitching and Selecting an Input when using the VP-81SIDN Input SelectionChanging the Output Volume To change the output volumeMuting the Audio Output To mute the audio outputTo change an input/output button icon and label Changing the Priority of an InputChanging the Input and Output Button Icons and Labels Resetting the Device Updating the FirmwareTo set the number of devices Setting the IP Network ParametersSetting Multiple Cascaded Devices VP-81SIDN Operating the VP-81SIDN Remotely Do not use a crossed TP cable with this product Wiring the DGKat TP RJ-45 ConnectorsWire Color Technical Specifications InputsEthernet Default Communication ParametersRS-232 Protocol Kramer Protocol 3000 SyntaxHost Message Format Device Message FormatCommand Terms Kramer Protocol 3000 Commands Entering CommandsCommand Forms Chaining CommandsLdfw Page Safety Warning