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VP-81SIDN - Overview
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The VP-81SIDN can route one of eight TP (Twisted Pair), a DVI or an HDMI input
to either a TP or an HDMI output. Input selection can also be controlled remotely
using;
Step-In modules (for example, the SID-DP)
Contact closure switches
A serial controller via RS-232 or RS-485
A PC via Ethernet connected over a LAN
The device also outputs balanced and unbalanced stereo audio, as well as digital
audio.
In particular, the VP-81SIDN:
Has a bandwidth of 1.65Gbps per video channel
Can be cascaded with up to four VP-81SIDN devices via the HDMI port to
provide up to 37 Twisted Pair inputs
Supports the SID range of Step-in Commander panels for remote inputs and
remote step-in control
Has a USB power port that can provide power to USB devices, (for example,
the Kramer KW-11T)
Is HDCP compliant
Provides EDID capture – Copies and stores the EDID from a display device
You can control the VP-81SIDN using the front panel buttons, or remotely via:
RS-485 or RS-232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system,
PC or other serial controller
Ethernet over a LAN
The Kramer RC-IR3 Infrared Remote Control Transmitter or the
CA35M/IRR-50 infrared remote extension cable transmitter (optional)