2 setting the line termination, 3 factory reset, 4 switching genlocked video signals – Kramer Electronics VS-88SDI User Manual

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Connecting the VS-88SDI

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6.2.2 Setting the Line Termination

To ensure correct operation, the RS-485 line must be terminated at both
ends. The master unit may be located at any part of the line, but when it is at
the end of the line, the termination switch must be set ON.

To set line termination, as shown in

Figure 3

:

• For the VS-88SDI units located at the ends of the RS-485 line, set

the RS-485 TERM DIP-switch ON

• For all other VS-88SDI units in the middle of the line, set the

RS-485 TERM DIP-switch OFF

6.3

Factory Reset

To perform a factory reset and reset the machine to its default values, press
the ETH RESET button in with a small screwdriver or pointed object.

6.4

Switching Genlocked Video Signals

The genlock feature lets you switch genlocked video signals according to
timing of the GENLOCK reference input

1

1. Connect the GENLOCK cable.

.

2. To set the genlock timing, press and hold for 3 seconds the appropriate input

button as follows

2

Table 5: Genlock Settings

:

To Set

Press and Hold

for 3 Seconds

Displayed

PAL @50Hz

IN 4

PAL 50H

NTSC @60Hz

IN 5

NTSC 60H

Note: When turning the machine ON, the last stored setup is shown in the
7-segment display.

6.5

Connecting the Ethernet Port

You can connect the VS-88SDI via the ETHERNET in the following ways:
• For direct connection to the PC, use a crossover cable (see section

6.5.1

)

• For connection via a network hub or network router, use a

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

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