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Contents
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Contents
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Introduction
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2
Getting Started
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2.1
Quick Start
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3
Overview
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3.1
Defining EDID
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3.2
About HDMI
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3.3
Recommendations for Best Performance
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3.4
Terminology Used in this User Manual
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4
Your VS-42HDMI 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher
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Installing the VS-42HDMI on a Rack
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Connecting a VS-42HDMI 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher
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Operating the VS-42HDMI
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7.1
Acquiring the EDID
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7.2
Storing and Recalling a Setting
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7.3
Controlling via RS-232 (for example, using a PC)
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7.4
Controlling via ETHERNET
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7.4.1
Connecting the ETHERNET Port directly to a PC (Crossover Cable)
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7.4.2
Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub (Straight-Through Cable)
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7.4.3
Control Configuration via the Ethernet Port
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Technical Specifications
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Kramer Protocol 2000
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Figures
Figure 1: VS-42HDMI 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher
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Figure 2: Connecting a VS-42HDMI 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher
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Figure 3: Connecting a PC without using a Null-modem Adapter
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Figure 4: RJ-45 PINOUT
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Figure 5: Local Area Connection Properties Window
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Figure 6: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window
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Tables
Table 1: Terminology Used in this User Manual
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Table 2: VS-42HDMI 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher Front Panel Features
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Table 3: VS-42HDMI 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher Rear Panel Features
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Table 4: Crossover Cable RJ-45 PINOUT
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Table 5: Straight-through Cable RJ-45 PINOUT
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Table 6: Technical Specifications of the VS-42HDMI
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Table 7: Protocol Definitions
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Table 8: Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000
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