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Kramer Electronics VS-44HDxl User Manual

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KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY

Connecting Your VS-44HDxl 3G HD/SD-SDI 4x4 Matrix Switcher

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6.7 Switching Genlocked Video Signals

The genlock feature lets you switch genlocked video signals according to timing

of the GENLOCK reference input

1

.

Connect the GENLOCK cable.
If the HD input signal

2

that is connected is one of the following, it is necessary to

set it up as follows:

1080i@60Hz: press and hold INPUT 1 button for 3 seconds. The button

will flash

3

to indicate that the set up was completed

1080i@50Hz or 720p@50Hz: press and hold INPUT 2 button for 3

seconds.

The button will flash

3

to indicate that the set up was completed

720p@60Hz: press and hold INPUT 3 button for 3 seconds.

The button will flash

3

to indicate that the set up was completed

When turning the machine ON, the appropriate button will flash to indicate the

latest setup (last setup is saved).

6.8 Controlling via ETHERNET

You can connect the

VS-44HDxl via the Ethernet, using a crossover cable (see

section 6.8.1) for direct connection to the PC or a straight through cable (see

section 6.8.2) for connection via a network hub or network router.

6.8.1

Connecting the ETHERNET Port directly to a PC (Crossover

Cable)

You can connect the Ethernet port of the

VS-44HDxl to the Ethernet port on your

PC, via a crossover cable with RJ-45 connectors.

This type of connection is recommended for identification of the factory default

IP Address of the VS-44HDxl during the initial configuration

After connecting the Ethernet port, configure your PC as follows:
1. Right-click the My Network Places icon on your desktop.
2. Select

Properties.

3. Right-click Local Area Connection Properties.

1 According to SMPTE RP-168. The sources must be genlocked to the GENLOCK input in order to switch cleanly
2 The unit will detect automatically when SD-SDI inputs are used
3 If a change is made to the resolution or refresh rate. The button will not flash if the new timing is the same as that
previously selected