VS-42HN - Operating the VS-42HN 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher
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6.9
Connecting to the VS-42HN 4x2 HDMI Matrix Switcher
via RS-232
You can connect to the
VS-42HN
via an RS-232 connection using, for example, a
PC. Note that a null-modem adapter/connection is not required.
To connect to the
VS-42HN
via RS-232:
Connect the RS-232 9-pin D-sub rear panel port on the
VS-42HN
unit via a
9-wire straight cable (only pin 2 to pin 2, pin 3 to pin 3, and pin 5 to pin 5 need
to be connected) to the RS-232 9-pin D-sub port on your PC
6.10
Connecting via Ethernet
You can connect to the
VS-42HN
via Ethernet using either of the following
methods:
Directly to the PC using a crossover cable (see
Section
6.10.1
)
Via a network hub, switch, or router, using a straight-through cable (see
Section
6.10.2
)
After connecting the
VS-42HN
to the Ethernet port, configure your local Ethernet port
by following the instructions in the Ethernet Configuration (K-LanConfigurator) guide
available from
http://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/product_downloads.asp
or from the Downloads section of the
VS-42HN
Web page.
Note
: If you want to connect via a router and your IT system is based on IPv6,
speak to your IT department for specific installation instructions.
6.10.1
Connecting the Ethernet Port Directly to a PC
You can connect the Ethernet port of the
VS-42HN
directly to the Ethernet port on
your PC using a crossover cable with RJ-45 connectors.
This type of connection is recommended for identifying the
VS-42HN
with the factory configured default IP address.
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