KRAMER VSM-4x4X Matrix Switcher User Guide

: September 3, 2024
: Kramer

Table of Contents

VSM-4x4X Matrix Switcher
Specifications:
Product Usage Instructions:
Step 1: Unboxing
Step 2: Getting Started
Step 3: Connections
Step 4: Power Up
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q: How do I reset the device if needed?

VSM-4x4X Matrix Switcher

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Specifications:

Model: VSM-4x4X
Resolution: 4K
Input: 4 HDMI sources
Output: 4 HDMI acceptors
Audio Output: 5-pin Terminal Block Connector
Control Interfaces: Ethernet, RS-232

Product Usage Instructions:

Step 1: Unboxing

Check the box contents:

VSM-4x4X 4K 4×4 Seamless Matrix Switcher/Multi-Scaler
1 Set of rack ears
1 Power cord
4 Rubber feet
1 Quick start guide

Step 2: Getting Started

Get familiar with the features of your VSM-4x4X:

IN SELECTOR Buttons: Select HDMI inputs (1 to

to switch to an output or window.

OUT SELECTOR Buttons: Choose the output in
MATRIX mode or input in MULTI-VIEW mode.

Step 3: Connections

Connect your VSM-4x4X:

Connect HDMI sources to HDMI INPUT Connectors.
Connect HDMI acceptors to HDMI OUTPUT Connectors.
Connect audio sources to AUDIO OUT 5-pin Terminal Block
Connector.

Step 4: Power Up

Power up your VSM-4x4X:

Connect the mains power using the Mains Power Connector.
Use the switch to turn the unit on.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Q: How do I reset the device if needed?

A: Press and hold the RESET button before powering up the
device. Release the button only after the boot-up process
completes. Firmware uploading may be done after booting up.

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VSM-4x4X Quick Start Guide

Scan for full manual

This guide helps you install and use your VSM-4x4X for the first time.
Go to www.kramerav.com/downloads/VSM-4x4X to download the latest user manual and check if firmware upgrades are available.

Step 1: Check what’s in the box
VSM-4x4X 4K 4×4 Seamless Matrix Switcher/Multi-Scaler 1 Set of rack ears

1 Power cord 4 Rubber feet

1 Quick start guide

Step 2: Get to know your VSM-4x4X

Feature

Function

1 IN SELECTOR Buttons Press to select an HDMI input (from 1 to 4) to switch to an output or a window.

OUT SELECTOR 2 Buttons

In the MATRIX mode: select the output to which the input is switched (A, B, C or D). In the VIDEO WALL mode: not used. In the MULTI-VIEW mode: select the input for each window on the display.

3 ALL Button

Press ALL followed by an INPUT button to connect that input to all the outputs (not available for the video wall mode).

4 OFF Button

Press after pressing an output button to disconnect the selected output from the inputs. To disconnect all the outputs, press ALL followed by OFF.

5 MATRIX Mode

Press to operate the system as a matrix switcher.

6 VIDEO-WALL Mode

Press to operate as a video wall.

2×2

Configure a 2×2 video wall.

1×4

Configure a 1×4 video wall.

7 MULTI-VIEW Mode

Press to operate in multi-view configurations:

Quad

4 windows filling the display.

PiP

1 window over a background image.

2 windows over a background image.

3 windows over a background image.

Stacked

4 images, overlapping (maintaining aspect ratio).

PoP

2 images, side-by-side (maintaining aspect ratio).

2 images, displayed as a split-screen (elongated images).

1 large window and 3 smaller images on the side (maintaining aspect ratio).

8 RCL Button

Press to recall a configuration.

9 STO Button

Press to store a configuration.

10 IDENTIFY Button

Press to indicate which input is displayed on each output or window. The display time is set via the OSD menu.

11 RESET TO XGA/1080p Press and hold for about 5 seconds to toggle resetting the video resolution to XGA or 1080p. Button

12 PANEL LOCK Button Press and hold for about 5 seconds to toggle locking the front panel buttons.

VSM-4x4X Quick Start

P/N: 2 9 0 0 – 3 0 1 5 1 2 QS

Rev: 2

Feature

Function

13 HDMI INPUT Connectors 14 HDMI OUTPUT Connectors 15 AUDIO OUT 5-pin Terminal
Block Connector 16
RESET Recessed button

Connect to the HDMI sources (from 1 to 4). Connect to HDMI acceptors (from A to D). Connect to a balanced audio source (from 1 to 4).
For device restoring (for example, inactive device or failed boot-up): Before powering up the device, press the button and hold it down. Turn the unit on and release the button only after the device has completed its bootup process.).

After booting-up, firmware uploading may be implemented.

17 ETHERNET Connector

Connect to the PC or other Serial Controller through computer networking.

18 RS-232 3-pin Terminal Block Connector

Connect to the PC or a remote controller.

19 Mains Power Connector, Fuse and Switch

Connect to the mains supply and use the switch to turn the unit on or off.

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Step 3: Mount VSM-4x4X
To rack mount the machine, attach both rack ears (by removing the screws from each side of the machine and replacing those screws through the rack ears) or place the machine on a table.

· Ensure that the environment (e.g., maximum ambient temperature & air flow) is compatible for the device.
· Avoid uneven mechanical loading. · Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate ratings should be
used for avoiding overloading of the circuits. · Reliable earthing of rack- mounted equipment should be maintained.

Step 4: Connect inputs and outputs
Always switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VSM- 4x4X.

Connecting the audio output

To a balanced stereo audio acceptor:

To an unbalanced stereo audio acceptor:

The following are connection examples for different layout configurations, as defined by the front panel buttons and the embedded web pages.

Multi-View Mode Split Screen

Multi-View Mode Side by Side

Multi-View Mode PiP 2

Multi-View Mode Stacked

Multi-View Mode POP3 (Side)

Multi-View Mode POP3 (Bottom)

Step 5: Connect power
Connect the power cord to VSM-4x4X and plug it into the mains electricity.
Safety Instructions (See www.kramerav.com for updated safety information) Caution:
· For products with relay terminals and GPIO ports, please refer to the permitted rating for an external connection, located next to the terminal or in the User Manual. · There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit. Warning: · Use only the power cord that is supplied with the unit. · Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall before installing. · Do not open the unit. High voltages can cause electrical shock! Servicing by qualified personnel only. · To ensure continuous risk protection, replace fuses only according to the rating specified on the product label which located on the bottom of the unit.

Step 6: Operate VSM-4x4X

Operate Product via:
· Front panel buttons
· Remotely, by RS-232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system, PC, or other serial controller
· Embedded web pages via the Ethernet

RS-232 Control / Protocol 3000

Baud Rate:

115,200

Parity:

Data Bits:

8

Command Format:

Stop Bits:

1

Example: (Set view mode to POP3 (Side)): #VIEW-MOD 5

Default Ethernet Parameters

IP Address: