Kramer Electronics, Ltd.

USER MANUAL
Models:
VS-88A, 8 x 8 Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher VS-88V, 8 x 8 Video Matrix Switcher SD-7588V, 8 x 8 SDI Matrix Switcher

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Contents
1 2 2.1 3 4 4.1 4.2 4.3 5 6 6.1 6.2 6.3 6.4 6.5 6.6 7 7.1
7.1.1 7.1.2

Introduction Getting Started Quick Start Overview Your Matrix Switchers Your VS-88A 8 x 8 Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher Your VS-88V 8x8 Video Matrix Switcher Your SD-7588V 8x8 SDI Matrix Switcher Installing in a Rack Connecting Your 88 Series Matrix Switchers Connecting a VS-88A Connecting a VS-88V Connecting an SD-5788V Connecting the Stereo Audio Input/Output Connecting Several Units and the PC Connecting a Component, Y/C, RGBS or RGBHV Switcher Operation Understanding Modes
System Modes Confirmation Modes

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7.2
7.2.1 7.2.2 7.2.3 7.2.4

Setup Information
Setting DIP-Switches Setup Capacity Switching the Power On Timeout and Priority

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7.3
7.3.1 7.3.2 7.3.3

Using the Pushbutton Controls

Storing a Setting Recalling a Setting Locking and Unlocking Settings

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Technical Specifications

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Figures
Figure 1: VS-88A 8x8 Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher Figure 2: VS-88V 8x8 Video Matrix Switcher Figure 3: SD-7588V 8x8 SDI Matrix Switcher Figure 4: Connecting the VS-88A Figure 5: Connecting the VS-88V Figure 6: Connecting the SD-5788V Figure 7: Connecting a Balanced Stereo Audio Input and Output Figure 8: Connecting an Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input Figure 9: Connecting an Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output Figure 10: System Connection: Switchers and the PC Figure 11: Component Switcher: VS-88V Group Connection Figure 12: Rear Panel DIP-switches 5 8 11 15 16 17 18 18 18 19 20 22

Tables
Table 1: VS-88A 8x8 Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher Features Table 2: VS-88V 8x8 Video Matrix Switcher Features Table 3: SD-7588V 8x8 SDI Matrix Switcher Features Table 4: Rear Panel DIP-switches Table 5: Machine # DIP-switch Settings Table 6: Push Button Sequence Summary Table 7: Technical Specifications for the VS-88A Table 8: Technical Specifications for the VS-88V Table 9: Technical Specifications for the SD-7588V 6 9 12 22 22 24 25 25 25

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Introduction

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 the video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting professional 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 groups1 that are clearly defined by function. Thank you for purchasing your Kramer 88 Series switcher: VS-88A, VS-88V, and/or SD-7588V. These products are ideal for: ! Broadcast studios for on-air switching and signal routing ! Production studios, for connecting various sources to acceptors ! Non-linear editing suites and presentation applications Each switcher package also includes the following items: ! Power cord2 ! Windows-based Kramer control software3 ! This user manual4

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 cables5

1 GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Matrix Switchers; 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; GROUP 11: Sierra Products 2 We recommend that you use only the power cord supplied with this device 3 Downloadable from our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com 4 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from the Internet at this URL: http://www.kramerelectronics.com 5 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com

Getting Started

2.1

Quick Start This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps.

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Overview

Overview
The 88 Series is a group of 8x8 vertical interval matrix switchers for video/stereo audio/data signals that support the simultaneous connection of one or more inputs to several outputs1. The major innovation with the 88 Series is the ability to switch different kinds of signals simultaneously. Vertical interval switching ensures an undisturbed picture transition. Switching is implemented according to the SMPTE RP-168 standard, when using synchronized SDI sources. The 88 Series includes the following items: ! VS-88A 8 x 8 Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher ! VS-88V 8 x 8 Video Matrix Switcher ! SD-7588V 8 x 8 SDI Matrix Switcher To achieve the best performance: ! Use only good quality connection cables2 to avoid 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 Kramer products away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust

Your Matrix Switchers

This section describes the products3 in the 88 Series range that can function separately4 or switch together in the same manner in the In System mode5.

1 However, you cannot connect two or more inputs to a single output 2 Available from Kramer Electronics on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com 3 Switchers in the 88 Series share identical front panel controls. The VS-88V and SD-7588V have rear panel BNC connectors. The VS-88A has rear panel detachable terminal block connectors 4 Standalone 5 Section ! 7.1 describes the different modes

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4.1

Your VS-88A 8 x 8 Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher The VS-88A is a high-performance 8x8 stereo audio matrix switcher for balanced audio stereo signals using detachable terminal block connectors. In addition, the VS-88A: ! Is a true matrix switcher, enabling the user to simultaneously route any input to any or all outputs ! Delivers excellent audio performance ensuring that it remains transparent in almost any audio application ! Is controllable via the front panel buttons as well as the built-in RS-232 and RS-485 interfaces ! Includes 15 preset memory locations for quickly and easily accessing the most frequently used configurations ! Functions as a standalone unit as well as part of a Kramer multisignal switcher system1 Figure 1 and Table 1 define the VS-88A:

1 Which includes digital and analog video, digital and analog audio and RS-422 control switchers. When integrated in a system, it switches together with the video during the vertical interval, thus supporting true IN SYSTEM mode

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Your Matrix Switchers

Figure 1: VS-88A 8x8 Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher

Your Matrix Switchers Table 1: VS-88A 8x8 Balanced Audio Matrix Switcher Features
# 1 2 3 Feature POWER Switch ALL Button OFF Button Function Illuminated switch supplying power to the unit 1 Pressing ALL before pressing an IN button, connects that input to all outputs Pressing OFF after pressing an OUT button disconnects that output from the inputs. To turn off the connections, press the ALL button and then the OFF button Select the output to which the input is switched (from 1 to 8) Select the input to switch to the output (from 1 to 8) Pressing STO (Store) followed by an output button stores the current setting 2 (see section ! 7.3.1) Pressing the RCL (Recall) button and the corresponding OUT key recalls a setup. Press the RCL button again to implement the new status (see section 7.3.2) ! 3 Pressing IN SYSTEM twice , switches between the Standalone mode (in which the switcher implements any action independently from the others) and the In System mode (in which all switchers implement the same action simultaneously) 4 Pressing TAKE toggles the mode between the CONFIRM mode and the AT ONCE mode (user confirmation per action is unnecessary) Identifies a connection between the output and the input shown below it Displays the selected input switched to the output (marked above each input) Connect to balanced stereo audio sources (from 1 to 8) Connect to balanced stereo audio acceptors (from 1 to 8)

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SELECT Buttons STO Button RCL Button

OUT IN

IN SYSTEM Button

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TAKE Button (TAKE = CONFIRM) OUTPUT labels INPUT Status Display INPUT Terminal Block Connectors OUTPUT Terminal Block Connectors MACHINE # RS-485 Connector

DIP-switches setup (see section ! 7.2.1) RS-485 detachable terminal block port. Pins # 1 to # 3 are for RS 485 and pin # 5 4 is for vertical sync distribution Power Connector with AC connector enabling power supply to the unit Fuse RS-232 OUT 9-pin Connects to the RS-232 IN 9-pin D-sub port of the next unit in the daisy-chain D-sub Connector connection6 RS-232 IN 9-pin Connects to PC D-sub Connector

1 For example, press ALL and then Input button # 2 to connect input # 2 to all the outputs 2 For example, press STO and then the Output button # 3 to store in Setup # 3 3 After pressing IN SYSTEM once, it blinks 4 When in Confirm mode, the TAKE button illuminates 5 The 88 Series RS-485 connector has 4 pins, and the Remote Controller RS-485 connector has just 3 pins 6 If the unit is the final unit in the daisy-chain connection, no termination is required

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4.2

Your VS-88V 8x8 Video Matrix Switcher The VS-88V is a high-performance 8x8 Video Matrix Switcher for composite video signals. In addition, the VS-88V: ! Is a true matrix switcher, enabling the user to simultaneously route any input to any or all outputs ! Supports more than 200MHz video bandwidth ! Switches during the vertical interval1 ! Accepts analog video as the external source for its vertical interval trigger ! Is controllable via the front panel buttons as well as the built-in RS-232 and RS-485 interfaces ! Includes 15 preset memory locations for quickly and easily accessing the most frequently used configurations ! Functions as a standalone unit as well as part of a Kramer multisignal switcher system2 ! Can be combined as part of a group of VS-88V switchers that comprise a component switcher3 Figure 2 and Table 2 define the VS-88V:

1 Transitions are glitch-free when sources share a common reference sync 2 Which includes digital and analog video, digital and analog audio, and RS-422 control switchers. When integrated into a system, it can provide the rest of switchers with the vertical interval trigger 3 See section ! 6.6 and Figure 11

Your Matrix Switchers

Figure 2: VS-88V 8x8 Video Matrix Switcher

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Your Matrix Switchers Table 2: VS-88V 8x8 Video Matrix Switcher Features
# 1 2 3 Feature POWER Switch ALL Button (ALL= All Outputs) OFF Button (OFF= All Inputs) Function Illuminated switch supplying power to the unit Pressing ALL before pressing an INPUT button, connects that input 1 to all outputs Pressing OFF after pressing an OUTPUT button disconnects that output from the inputs. To turn off the connections, press the ALL button and then the OFF button Selects the output to which the input is switched (from 1 to 8) Selects the input to switch to the output (from 1 to 8) Pressing STO (STORE) followed by an output button stores the 2 current setting (see section ! 7.3.1) Pressing the RCL (Recall) button and the corresponding OUT key recalls a setup. Press the RCL button again to implement the new status (see section ! 7.3.2) 3 Pressing IN SYSTEM twice , switches between the Standalone mode (in which the switcher implements any action independently from the others) and the In System mode (in which all switchers implement the same action simultaneously) 4 Pressing TAKE toggles the mode between the CONFIRM mode and the AT ONCE mode (user confirmation per action is unnecessary) Identifies a connection between the output and the input shown below it Displays the selected input switched to the output (marked above each input) Illuminates when the input signal is presented on a corresponding line and complies with the SDI standard Connects to the video sources (from 1 to 8) Connects to the video outputs (from 1 to 8) For looping to external video sync input Controls loop termination5 Connects to PC For setup of the machine number (see section ! 7.2.1) RS-485 detachable terminal block port. Pins # 1 to # 3 are for RS6 485 and pin # 4 is for vertical sync distribution Connects to the RS-232 IN 9-pin D-sub port of the next unit in the daisy-chain connection 7 AC connector enabling power supply to the unit

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SELECT OUT Buttons SELECT IN Buttons STO Button RCL Button IN SYSTEM Button

TAKE Button (TAKE = CONFIRM) OUTPUT labels INPUT Status Display Input Status LEDs INPUTS BNC Connectors OUTPUTS BNC Connectors SYNC BNC Connectors 75 ohms Button RS-232 IN 9-pin D-sub Connector MACHINE # DIP-switches RS-485 Connector RS-232 OUT 9-pin D-sub Connector Power Connector with Fuse

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1 For example, press ALL and then Input button # 2 to connect input # 2 to all the outputs 2 For example, press STO and then the Output button # 3 to store in Setup # 3 3 After pressing IN SYSTEM once, it blinks 4 When in Confirm mode, the TAKE button illuminates 5 Push in to terminate the SYNC line. Push out when the line extends to another unit 6 The 88 Series RS-485 connector has 4 pins 7 If the unit is the final unit in the daisy-chain connection, no termination is required

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4.3

Your SD-7588V 8x8 SDI Matrix Switcher The SD-7588V is a high-performance multi-standard 8x8 serial digital video matrix switcher that is adjustment-free, cable-equalized and reclocking. In addition, the SD-7588V: ! Provides automatic equalization for losses on 75" coaxial cable, and reclocks each output to provide eight low-jitter serial digital outputs ! Automatic standard recognition ! Operates with both 10-bit and 8-bit video, automatically recognizing the word length ! Accepts analog video as the external source for its vertical interval trigger ! Is controllable via the front panel buttons as well as the built-in RS-232 and RS-485 interfaces ! Includes 15 preset memory locations for quickly and easily accessing the most frequently used configurations ! Functions as a standalone unit as well as part of a Kramer multisignal switcher system1 Figure 3 and Table 3 define the SD-7588V:

1 Which includes digital and analog video, digital and analog audio, and RS-422 control switchers. When integrated into a system, it provides the rest of switchers with the vertical interval trigger

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Your Matrix Switchers

Figure 3: SD-7588V 8x8 SDI Matrix Switcher

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Table 3 defines the features and functions of the SD-7588V:

Table 3: SD-7588V 8x8 SDI Matrix Switcher Features
# 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Feature Power Switch ALL Button (ALL= All Outputs) OFF Button (OFF= All Inputs) SELECT Buttons STO Button RCL Button IN SYSTEM Button OUT IN Function Illuminated switch supplying power to the unit Pressing ALL before pressing an INPUT button, connects that input to all 1 outputs Pressing OFF after pressing an OUTPUT button disconnects that output from the inputs. To turn off the connections, press the ALL button and then the OFF button Selects the output to which the input is switched Selects the input to switch to the output Pressing STO (STORE) followed by an output button stores the current 2 setting (see section ! 7.3.1) Pressing the RCL (Recall) button and the corresponding OUT key recalls a setup. Press the RCL button again to implement the new status 3 Pressing IN SYSTEM twice , switches between the Standalone mode (in which the switcher implements any action independently from the others) and the In System mode (in which all switchers implement the same action simultaneously) Pressing TAKE toggles the mode between the CONFIRM mode4 and the AT ONCE mode (user confirmation per action is unnecessary) Identifies a connection between the output and the input shown below it Displays the selected input switched to the output (marked above each input) Illuminates when the input signal is presented on a corresponding line and complies with the SDI standard Connects to the composite video sources (from 1 to 8) Connects to the composite video acceptors (from 1 to 8) For looping to external video sync input Controls loop termination5 DIP-switches for setup of the machine number (see section ! 7.2.1) RS-485 detachable terminal block port. Pins # 1 to # 3 are for RS 485 and 6 pin # 4 is for vertical sync distribution Connects to PC Connects to the RS-232 IN 9-pin D-sub port of the next unit in the daisychain connection 7 AC connector enabling power supply to the unit

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TAKE Button (TAKE = CONFIRM) OUTPUT Labels INPUT Status Display INPUT STATUS LEDs INPUT BNC Connectors OUTPUT BNC Connectors SYNC BNC Connectors 75 OHMS Button MACHINE # RS-485 Connector IN RS-232 9-pin D-sub Connectors OUT Power Connector with Fuse

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1 For example, press ALL and then Input button # 2 to connect input # 2 to all the outputs 2 For example, press STO and then the Output button # 3 to store in Setup # 3 3 After pressing IN SYSTEM once, it blinks 4 When in Confirm mode, the TAKE button illuminates 5 Push in to terminate the SYNC line. Push out when the line extends to another unit 6 The 88 Series RS-485 connector has 4 pins, and the Remote Controller RS-485 connector has just 3 pins 7 If the unit is the final unit in the daisy-chain connection, no termination is required

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Installing in a Rack

Installing in a Rack
This section describes how to install the unit in a rack.
Before Installing in a rack How to Rack Mount

Before installing in a rack, be sure that the environment is within the recommended range:
Operating temperature range +5 to +45 C (41 to 113 F) Operating humidity range Storage temperature range Storage humidity range 10 to 90% RHL, non-condensing -20 to +70 C (-4 to 158 F) 5 to 95% RHL, non-condensing

To rack-mount a machine: 1. Attach both ear brackets to the machine. To do so, remove the screws from each side of the machine (3 on each side), and replace those screws through the ear brackets.

CAUTION!!

When installing on a 19" rack, avoid hazards by taking care that: 1. It is located within the recommended environmental conditions, as the operating ambient temperature of a closed or multi unit rack assembly may exceed the room ambient temperature. 2. Once rack mounted, enough air will still flow around the machine. 3. The machine is placed straight in the correct horizontal position. 4. You do not overload the circuit(s). When connecting the machine to the supply circuit, overloading the circuits might have a detrimental effect on overcurrent protection and supply wiring. Refer to the appropriate nameplate ratings for information. For example, for fuse replacement, see the value printed on the product label. 5. The machine is earthed (grounded) in a reliable way and is connected only to an electricity socket with grounding. Pay particular attention to situations where electricity is supplied indirectly (when the power cord is not plugged directly into the socket in the wall), for example, when using an extension cable or a power strip, and that you use only the power cord that is supplied with the machine.

2. Place the ears of the machine against the rack rails, and insert the proper screws (not provided) through each of the four holes in the rack ears. Note that: ! In some models, the front panel may feature built-in rack ears ! Detachable rack ears can be removed for desktop use ! Always mount the machine in the rack before you attach any cables or connect the machine to the power ! If you are using a Kramer rack adapter kit (for a machine that is not 19"), see the Rack Adapters user manual for installation instructions (you can download it at: http://www.kramerelectronics.com)

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Connecting Your 88 Series Matrix Switchers

Connecting Your 88 Series Matrix Switchers

This section describes how to connect: ! A VS-88A standalone unit (see section ! 6.1) ! A VS-88V standalone unit (see section ! 6.2) ! An SD-7588V standalone unit (see section ! 6.3) ! A balanced or unbalanced stereo audio input or output (see section 6.4 ! ! Several units and the PC (see section ! 6.5) ! A component switcher (see section ! 6.6)

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Connecting Your 88 Series Matrix Switchers

6.1

Connecting a VS-88A To connect the VS-88A as shown in Figure 4: 1. Connect up to 8 balanced stereo audio sources1 (for example, balanced stereo audio players) to INPUT terminal blocks 1 to 8. 2. Connect up to 8 balanced stereo audio acceptors1 (for example, balanced stereo audio recorders) to OUTPUT terminal blocks 1 to 8. 3. If you are using a PC to control the device, connect the serial port of the controlling device to the RS-232 IN 9-pin D-sub connector. 4. Connect the power cord2. 5. Set DIP-switch # 1 OFF and DIP-switches # 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 ON (see section 7.2.1). The IN SYSTEM button is non responsive. !

Figure 4: Connecting the VS-88A

1 You are not required to connect all inputs or outputs 2 We recommend that you use only the power cord that is supplied with this machine

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6.2

Connecting a VS-88V To connect the VS-88V as shown in Figure 5: 1. Connect up to 8 composite video sources (for example, composite video players) to INPUT BNC connectors 1 to 81. 2. Connect up to 8 composite video acceptors (for example, composite video recorders) to OUTPUT BNC connectors 1 to 81. 3. Connect up to 2 video acceptors (for example, composite video displays (not shown)) to the looping SYNC BNC connectors. 4. If you are using a PC to control the device, connect the serial port of the controlling device to the RS-232 IN 9-pin D-sub connector. 5. Connect the power cord2. 6. Set DIP-switch # 1 OFF and DIP-switches # 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 ON (see section 7.2.1). The IN SYSTEM button is non responsive. !

Figure 5: Connecting the VS-88V

1 You are not required to connect all inputs or outputs 2 We recommend that you use only the power cord that is supplied with this machine

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Connecting Your 88 Series Matrix Switchers

6.3

Connecting an SD-5788V To connect the SD-5788V as shown in Figure 6: 1. Connect up to 8 SDI digital video sources (for example, SDI video players) to INPUT BNC connectors 1 to 81. 2. Connect up to 8 SDI digital video acceptors (for example, SDI displays) to OUTPUT BNC connectors 1 to 81. 3. Connect up to 2 video acceptors (for example, SDI displays (not shown)) to the looping SYNC BNC connectors or set the 75" termination switch. 4. If you are using a PC to control the device, connect the serial port of the controlling device to the RS-232 IN 9-pin D-sub connector. 5. Connect the power cord2. 6. Set DIP-switch # 1 OFF and DIP-switches # 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 ON (see section 7.2.1). The IN SYSTEM button is non-responsive. !

Figure 6: Connecting the SD-5788V

1 You are not required to connect all inputs or outputs 2 We recommend that you use only the power cord that is supplied with this machine

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6.4

Connecting the Stereo Audio Input/Output This section illustrates how to wire: ! A balanced stereo audio input and output, see Figure 7 ! An unbalanced stereo audio input, see Figure 8 ! An unbalanced stereo audio output, see Figure 9

Figure 7: Connecting a Balanced Stereo Audio Input and Output

Figure 8: Connecting an Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input

Figure 9: Connecting an Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output

6.5

Connecting Several Units and the PC To connect several units and the PC: 1. Connect the power supply 2. Connect the audio and/or video input and output cables 3. Connect the video reference input (for video) for VS-88V and/or SD-7588V 4. Set the DIP-switches for the different MACHINE #. Set DIP-switch # 5 OFF and DIP-switch # 6 ON 5. Switchers in a daisy chain arrangement1 using the RS-232 IN and RS-232 OUT 9-pin D-sub connectors should be connected using a flat-cable, or with at least the three wires (pins # 2, # 3 and # 5)2. Do not use a nullmodem adapter. Assign PC port to 9600, N, 8, and 1 Figure 10 illustrates a typical system connection with both3 the RS-232 and the RS-485 connected in a parallel line:

1 The 88 Series firmware complies with Kramer Protocol 2000 (version 3.1 and higher) 2 Make one-to-one connections (that is, uncrossed) 3 Often the PC has no RS-485 Com port and so both are required simultaneously

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Figure 10: System Connection: Switchers and the PC

6.6

Connecting a Component , Y/C, RGBS or RGBHV Switcher A component2 switcher consists of three VS-88V switchers, interconnected as one group, with one of the switchers set as the Master. A component switcher can function in the IN SYSTEM or standalone mode. Similarly, you can configure two VS-88V switchers for Y/C (s-Video), four VS-88V switchers for RGBS or five VS-88V switchers for RGBHV. To set the VS-88V switchers in the group to operate as a single component switcher, do the following with every switcher in the group: 1. Set the same MACHINE # for each switcher (for example, MACHINE # 2). 2. Set DIP-switch # 5 OFF. 3. Set DIP-switch # 6 OFF (except on the Master, set DIP-switch # 6 ON). Except for the Master (whose LEDs illuminate and front panel controls remain unlocked), the LEDs on all switchers in the group are dimmed, and their front panel controls are locked3.

1 For RGB or YUV (Y, B-Y, R-Y) 2 Video signal in component form offers the highest professional video quality, superior to composite or s-Video 3 After initially powering up the component switcher, if some of its switchers remain in a different status, press the ALL button followed by the OFF button on the Master to reset all the connections prior to normal operation

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Figure 11 illustrates a component switcher that consists of a group of 3 VS-88V switchers:

Figure 11: Component Switcher: VS-88V Group Connection

Operation
This section describes the modes, setup, and the operation of the devices using the front panel controls. For instructions on using the Windows-based Kramer control software, refer to the separate user manual1, Kramer Control Software.

7.1

Understanding Modes A switcher operates in two System modes: Standalone and IN SYSTEM and in two Confirmation modes: AT ONCE and CONFIRM.

1 Included on the CD-ROM in .pdf format

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Operation 7.1.1 System Modes

By default, a switcher starts in the standalone mode and the IN SYSTEM key does not illuminate. Pressing the IN SYSTEM key twice toggles to the IN SYSTEM mode. In the standalone mode: ! The switcher implements actions independently and separately from the others In the IN SYSTEM mode: ! Several switchers with different kinds of signals are connected as a system operating as a universal switcher1 ! More than one MACHINE IN SYSTEM # illuminates2 to indicate the units that are connected as part of a system. Each MACHINE IN SYSTEM # for those IN SYSTEM units will not illuminate. However, on each of the IN SYSTEM units, the respective IN SYSTEM button continues to illuminate ! Any executed action affects all units in the system
7.1.2 Confirmation Modes

By default, the unit starts in the AT ONCE mode, that is, if an OUT-IN combination is pressed, it is implemented immediately. Pressing the TAKE button twice, toggles between the CONFIRM and the AT ONCE modes. In the AT ONCE mode: ! You save time ! Actions require no user confirmation ! Execution is immediate ! No protection is offered to prevent the implementation of a wrongly entered action In the CONFIRM mode: ! You have a method to help avoid making a mistake ! Every action requires user confirmation ! Execution is delayed until the user confirms the action ! Protection is offered to prevent erroneous switching

1 Each switches in the same order according to the entered command, with one or more of them following the other units 2 The IN SYSTEM button on each unit also illuminates

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7.2

Setup Information This section describes setup capacity, switching the power on, timeout and the system settings.

7.2.1 Setting DIP-Switches

Each 88 Series switcher includes a rear panel set of six DIP-switches, as Figure 12, Table 4 and Table 5 define.

Figure 12: Rear Panel DIP-switches Table 4: Rear Panel DIP-switches

DIP-switch # 1-4 5 6 Function: Set the MACHINE NUMBER (refer to Table 5) Disables use of the IN SYSTEM button (OFF = enables the IN SYSTEM button; ON = disables the IN SYSTEM button) Enables a reply from the unit after it receives an RS-232 / RS-485 command (OFF = disables reply1 ;ON = enables reply)

Table 5: Machine # DIP-switch Settings

MACHINE # 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 DIP-SWITCH 1 2 3 OFF ON ON ON ON ON ON OFF ON ON 4 ON ON ON

OFF OFF ON OFF ON

OFF ON OFF ON

OFF OFF ON ON ON OFF

OFF OFF OFF ON

1 Helpful, for example, when using three composite video switchers to form one component video switcher

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Operation 7.2.2 Setup Capacity

From every switcher you can store up to 8 setups. From the PC you can store up to 15 setups.
7.2.3 Switching the Power On

To switch the power on at all the switchers, do the following: 1. Verify, via the automatic self-test, that all switchers function correctly. 2. Check the firmware version number indicated by the two fast flashing digits on the display1.
7.2.4 Timeout and Priority

By design, every push button operation is subject to a 30 second timeout. Failure to fully execute an action within 30 seconds necessitates restarting that action while the LED display shows the previous state. The unit has no control priority. Any operation, whether from the front panel or from a PC, overrides the previous system settings. 7.3 Using the Pushbutton Controls This section describes how to store, recall and lock/unlock settings.
7.3.1 Storing a Setting

To store a setting, do the following: 1. Press the STO button. The STO button flashes. 2. Press the Output #. The LED Output display # flashes2. 3. Press the STO button again. The memory stores the data. 4. The LED display returns to its previous state3.

1 For example, the digits 10 indicate version 1.0 2 At this stage, pressing a different # changes the output # 3 Nothing changes in the setup

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Technical Specifications 7.3.2 Recalling a Setting

To recall a setting, do the following: 1. Press the RCL button. The RCL button flashes. 2. Press the Output #. The LED Output display # flashes1, displaying what was previously stored. 3. Press the RCL button again. This recalls the stored data. By design2, you cannot recall data that is stored in a particular unit from a different unit. Each unit, even when set to the IN SYSTEM mode, stores its own data separately.
7.3.3 Locking and Unlocking Settings

The PC includes a flexible locking3 mechanism to safeguard settings on the switchers. To prevent changing the settings accidentally4, lock your switchers. Unlocking releases5 the protection mechanism. From the PC you can lock and unlock the following: ! A specific switcher ! All switchers
Table 6: Push Button Sequence Summary
Lock Specific Switcher All Switchers TAKE + MACHINE IN SYSTEM # + STO TAKE + ALL + STO Unlock TAKE + MACHINE IN SYSTEM # + RCL TAKE + ALL + RCL

Technical Specifications
Table 7, Table 8, and Table 9 list the technical specifications for the 88 Series switchers.

1 At this stage, pressing a different # changes the Output # 2 On one occasion the same unit can function in the standalone mode, and on another occasion in the IN SYSTEM mode 3 Locking means that the front panel is locked. The switcher still operates via the PC 4 Especially if the system is complex and the switchers are stored on a rack in another room 5 Restarting a switcher also releases the protection mechanism (without wiping out the switcher settings)

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Technical Specifications Table 7: Technical Specifications for the VS-88A

INPUTS: OUTPUTS: AUDIO BANDWIDTH: AUDIO CROSSTALK: AUDIO S/N: AUDIO THD: MAXIMAL AUDIO DISPLAY: CONTROLS: SWITCHING: DIMENSIONS: POWER SOURCE: WEIGHT: ACCESSORIES: 8 balanced stereo audio, +4 dBm/33k#" on detachable terminal blocks 8 balanced audio stereo, +4 dBm/50" Vpp max) on detachable terminal blocks > 40 kHz; 0.3db < - 90 dB > 90 dB unweighted (1Vpp) < 0.02% (1Vpp, 1kHz) 20 dBm Current switcher status on eight 7-segment bright LEDs 22 front-panel touch switches, RS-232 and RS-485 control interface During vertical interval from Analog sync 19-inch (W) x 7-inch (D) x 1U (H), rack mountable AC-110V/60Hz, 220V/50Hz (switchable inside the unit) 3.5 kg. (7.8 lbs.) approx. Power cord, Windows control software

Table 8: Technical Specifications for the VS-88V

INPUTS: OUTPUTS: VIDEO BANDWIDTH: VIDEO CROSSTALK: VIDEO S/N: DIFF. GAIN: DIFF. PHASE: K-FACTOR: DISPLAY: CONTROLS: SWITCHING: DIMENSIONS: POWER SOURCE: WEIGHT: ACCESSORIES: 8 composite video, 1Vpp/75 " on BNCs, looping Analog sync inputs 1Vpp/75 " on BNCs 8 composite video, 1Vpp/75 " on BNCs 200 MHz 3dB < -50 dB @ 5 MHz >74 dB <0.05% <0.03 Deg < 0.05% Current switcher status on eight 7-segment bright LEDs 22 front-panel touch switches, RS-232 and RS-485 control interface During vertical interval from Analog sync 19-inch (W) x 7-inch (D) x 1U (H), rack mountable AC-110V/60Hz, 220V/50Hz (switchable inside the unit) 3.5 kg. (7.8 lbs.) approx. Power cord, Windows control software

Table 9: Technical Specifications for the SD-7588V

INPUTS: OUTPUTS: RESOLUTION: STANDARDS: EQUALIZATION: DISPLAY: CONTROLS: SWITCHING: DIMENSIONS: POWER SOURCE: WEIGHT: ACCESSORIES: 8 x SMPTE - 259M serial video, 75 " on BNCs; looping Analog sync inputs on BNCs 8 reclocked SMPTE-259M outputs, 75 " on BNCs 10-bit or 8-bit, automatic according to input resolution 4fsc PAL, 4fsc NTSC, 4:2:2 (525/625), and 360Mb/s wide screen (525/625) Automatic for up to 300m for 270 Mb/s using Belden 8281 cable Current switcher status on eight 7-segment bright LEDs. Signal presence for each channel on front panel LEDs 22 front-panel touch switches, RS-232 and RS-485 control interface During vertical interval from Analog sync 19-inch (W) x 7-inch (D) x 1U (H), rack mountable Universal, 85-264 VAC, 47-440 Hz, 25 VA max 3.5 kg. (7.8 lbs.) approx. Power cord, Windows control software

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