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VS-88HN - Overview
3 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.