Contents
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Contents
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Introduction
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Getting Started
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2.1
Quick Start
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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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Your VS-66HDMI 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher
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4.1
Using the IR Transmitter
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Installing the VS-66HDMI on a Rack
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Connecting a VS-66HDMI 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher
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Operating the VS-66HDMI 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher
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7.1
Switching an Input to an Output
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7.2
Acquiring the EDID
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7.2.1
Acquire an EDID from a Connected Output
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7.2.2
Acquire an EDID from Several Sets of Inputs and Outputs
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7.2.3
Acquire an EDID from Several Connected Outputs (Auto)
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7.2.4
Acquire the Default EDID
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7.3
Storing and Recalling a Setting
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7.4
Controlling via RS-232 (for example, using a PC)
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7.5
Controlling via ETHERNET
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7.5.1
Connecting the ETHERNET Port directly to a PC (Crossover Cable)
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7.5.2
Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub (Straight-Through Cable)
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Technical Specifications
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Kramer Protocol 2000
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Figures
Figure 1: VS-66HDMI 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher
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Figure 2: Connecting a VS-66HDMI 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher
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Figure 3: Connecting a PC without using a Null-modem Adapter
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Figure 4: Local Area Connection Properties Window
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Figure 5: 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-66HDMI 6x6 HDMI Matrix Switcher Front Panel Features
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Table 3: Technical Specifications of the VS-66HDMI
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Table 4: Protocol Definitions
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Table 5: Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000
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