USER MANUAL
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1. OUT2 PIN 10 GNDPIN Connects to the Ground 11 12VDC IN PIN Connects to the connector for powering the unit Figure 3 and Table 3 define the RC 6IR and the RC 8IR rear panel 1 See the examples in Figure 4 4 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Using Your Universal Room Controller D PROGRAM A ON FACTORY DEFAULT p Ethernet Port Side View D ETOT Figure 3 RC 8IR and RC 6IR Rear Panel Table 3 RC 8IR and RC 6IR Rear Panel Features Feature Function 12 N U Switch Not used 13 PROGRAM Switch Switch to OFF for normal operation Switch to ON for firmware upgrade 14 RS 485 TERM Switch Switch to ON for RS 485 line termination 15 FACTORY DEFAULT Button Press to return to the factory default settings including all the configured buttons and the network settings 16 Ethernet Port Connects to a PC or other controller through computer networking 5 Using Your Universal Room Controller This user manual is applicable once the unit is installed and configured The installation process is not detailed in this user manual and includes e Setting up the labels on the buttons according to your specific 5 requirements e Hardware installation e Connecting the inputs and the display e Configuration via the Windows based configuration software and or the IR le2. resume operation by pressing any of the buttons The unit will carry out the macro sequence commands from the beginning 5 4 Locking the Front Panel The front panel can be locked to avoid unintended tampering with the buttons To lock the panel e On the RC 8IR press and hold buttons 4 and 8 simultaneously for about 2 seconds e On the RC 6IR press and hold buttons 3 and 6 simultaneously for about 2 seconds All the buttons blink momentarily and the panel is locked When pressing a button at this stage all the buttons blink twice To unlock the panel buttons press the respective buttons once again All the buttons blink momentarily and unlock You can now use the buttons as usual 5 5 Turning the Light of the Backlit Buttons On and Off When the room is darkened the buttons can be illuminated for convenience To turn on the backlight e On the RC 8IR press buttons 3 and 7 simultaneously e On the RC 6IR press buttons 2 and 5 simultaneously To turn off the backlight press the respective buttons once again 1 The macro sequence can be carried out instantly or can take a while depending on the delay times included in the sequence 2 Six times per second as compared with twice per second during normal operation 3 For example a faulty DVD player 4 In this example press the HELP DESK button 5 Including the button you kept pressed to stop the macro sequence 10 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Flash Memory Upgra
3. 13 Ne OSN DAUA ee Wwonnt w en Introduction 1 Introduction Welcome to Kramer Electronics Since 1981 Kramer Electronics has been providing a world of unique creative and affordable solutions to the vast range of problems that confront the video audio presentation and broadcasting professional on a daily basis In recent years we have redesigned and upgraded most of our line making the best even better Our 1 000 plus different models now appear in 11 groups that are clearly defined by function Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer RC 6IR and or RC 8IR Universal Room Controllers which are designed to let an instructor enter a multimedia classroom and operate an A V system with ease The package includes the following items e RC 6IR or RC 8IR e One 3 5mm to IR emitter control cable e This user manual e Configuration software 2 Getting Started This user manual is written for the end user Refer to the separate online RC Configuration and Installation Guide for details of how to install and configure the Universal Room Controller We recommend that you e Review the contents of this user manual e Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables 3 Overview Kramer s one gang wall plates RC 6IR and RC 8IR are a unique series of highly versatile controller interfaces that act as an all in one extended remote control panel for control of A V equipment especially projectors a
4. Kramer Electronics Ltd USER MANUAL Models RC 6IR Universal Room Controller RC 8IR Universal Room Controller Contents Contents 1 Introduction 2 Getting Started 3 Overview 4 Your Universal Room Controller 5 Using Your Universal Room Controller 5 1 Operating the RC 8IR 5 2 An Example of Operating the RC 8IR 5 3 Using the Macro Buttons 5 4 Locking the Front Panel 5 3 Turning the Light of the Backlit Buttons On and Off 5 6 Using the Internal Web Page 6 Flash Memory Upgrade 6 1 Downloading from the Internet 6 2 Connecting the PC to the RS 232 Port 6 3 Upgrading Firmware 6 4 Installing the Web Applet 7 Technical Specifications Figures Figure 1 RC 8IR and RC 6IR Front Panels Figure 2 RC 8IR and RC 6IR Right Side Panel Figure 3 RC 8IR and RC 6IR Rear Panel Figure 4 Example of a Typical RC 8IR Configuration Figure 5 Example of a Typical RC 8IR Setup in the Lecture Auditorium Figure 6 RC 8IR Labels Setup Figure 7 RC 8IR Operation Example Figure 8 Internal Web Page Front Panel Figure 9 The KFR Programmer Window Tables Table 1 RC 8IR and RC 6IR Front Panel Features Table 2 RC 8IR and RC 6IR Right Side Panel Features Table 3 RC 8IR and RC 6IR Rear Panel Features Table 4 Connection Scheme for the example in Figure 4 Table 5 The Commands Configuration Table 6 Technical Specifications of the Universal Room Controller Series oo n W m j 10 10 11 11 11 12 12 13
5. RC 8IR and the RC 6IR front panels KRAMER Figure 1 RC 8IR and RC 6IR Front Panels Table 1 RC 8IR and RC 6IR Front Panel Features Feature Function 1 Mounting holes 2 For fastening the controller in place 2 Faceplate Attachment Holes For attaching the faceplate to the controller 3 IR IN Receiver Accepts IR remote commands for the IR learner feature 4 Configurable Control Control the room and the A V equipment from 1 to 6 for the Buttons Macro Buttons RC 6IR and from 1 to 8 for the RC 8IR 1 These screws should not be removed during or after mounting Your Universal Room Controller Figure 2 and Table 2 define the RC 8IR and the RC 6IR right side panel Front Panel Buttons Figure 2 RC 8IR and RC 6IR Right Side Panel Table 2 RC 8IR and RC 6IR Right Side Panel Features Feature Function 5 RELAY2 Connect each relay to a room item such as lighting screen 6 RELAY1 settings blinds and so on 7 RS 485 Terminal Block Connect to the RS 485 detachable terminal block on a switcher or Connector PC 8 RS 232 Terminal Block Connect to the RS 232 connector on the A V equipment or a PC or Connector 1 and 2 other Serial Controller 9 IR OUT1 PIN GND PIN Connect to an IR emitter cable IR
6. amer warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms HOW LONGIS THE WARRANTY Labor and parts are warranted for seven years from the date of the first customer purchase WHOIS PROTECTED Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty WHAT IS COVERED AND WHAT IS NOT COVERED Except as below this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product The following are not covered by the warranty 1 Any product which is not distributed by Kramer or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer If you are uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the Web site www kramerelectronics com 2 Any product on which the serial number has been defaced modified or removed or on which the WARRANTY VOID IF TAMPERED sticker has been torn reattached removed or otherwise interfered with 3 Damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from i Accident misuse abuse neglect fire water lightning or other acts of nature ii Product modification or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product iii Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by Kramer iv Any shipment of the product claims must be presented to the carrier v Removalor installation of the product vi Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect vii Cartons equipment enclosures cables or accessori
7. arner The universal room controller is very easy to use as the example in Figure 4 and Table 4 defines 1 Including the factory default IP number 192 168 1 39 an IP number is a device s numerical address as expressed in the format specified in the Internet Protocol 2 From this section on all the information is relevant to the RC 6IR and RC 8IR units unless noted otherwise 3 By authorized Kramer technical personnel or by an external system integrator 4 Refer to the separate online RC Configuration and Installation Guide at http www kramerelectronics com 5 It is recommended to place labels on the buttons prior to installing the unit as this involves removing the face plate 6 Your RC 8IR was installed and configured to suit your specific requirements This example describes how to setup one of an unlimited number of available setups for the system Using Your Universal Room Controller Power Amplifier with speakers sie yO Screen System Figure 4 Example of a Typical RC 8IR Configuration 6 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Using Your Universal Room Controller Table 4 Connection Scheme for the example in Figure 4 This connector Controls RELAY2 The lights RELAY1 The screen RS 485 Terminal Block Connector A power amplifier and speakers RS 232 TX1 RX1 Terminal Block Connector A projector IR OUT1 PIN A DVD player IR OUT2 PIN A video p
8. de 5 6 Using the Internal Web Page The internal Web page can be used to remotely operate the RC 8IR via the Ethernet To control your RC 8IR via the internal Web page do the following 1 Type the unit s IP number in the Address bar of your browser or type any link defined by the system integrator The RC 8IR front panel is displayed on your screen see Figure 8 2 Press the on screen buttons to control the unit KRAMER RC APPLET Figure 8 Internal Web Page Front Panel 6 Flash Memory Upgrade The RC device firmware is located in FLASH memory which lets you upgrade to the latest Kramer firmware version in minutes The process involves e Downloading the upgrade package from the Internet see section 6 1 e Connecting the PC to the RS 232 port see section 6 2 e Upgrading the firmware see section 6 3 e Installing the Web Applet see section 6 4 6 1 Downloading from the Internet You can download the up to date file from the Internet To do so 1 The default IP number is 192 168 1 39 and may be changed by the system integrator 2 File names are liable to change from time to time 11 Flash Memory Upgrade 1 Go to our Web site at http www Kramerelectronics com and download the file SetKFRXXX xx zip from the technical support section 2 Extract the file SetKFRXXX xx zip package which includes the KFR Programmer application setup the s 9 firmware file and the Web Applet da
9. ector Power up the power amplifier Power up the DVD player Power up the video player Roll down the projector screen Turn on the speakers 1 minute delay for the projector to heat up Turn lights off The projector selects the PC input OFF Turn lights on Power down the projector Power down the power amplifier Stop the DVD player Power down the DVD player Stop the video player Power down the video player Roll up the projector screen Turn off the speakers DVD Stop the video player The projector selects the DVD input Play the DVD VCR Stop the DVD The projector selects the VCR input Play the VCR PC Stop the DVD Stop the VCR The projector selects a PC input Vol UP Power amplifier volume up Vol DOWN Power amplifier volume down HELP DESK Call for technical assistance 1 This is only one example among numerous possibilities each button can be configured as required 2 By the technical installer 3 A macro sequence including up to 15 commands per button carried out one after the other KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Using Your Universal Room Controller 5 2 An Example of Operating the RC 8IR Figure 7 shows an operating example Operating Example The presenter places the laptop on the podium and connects it to the PC input The lecture includes a short introduction by the presenter a slide show presentation via the laptop a DVD program
10. es used in conjunction with the product WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR AND WHAT WE WILL NOT PAY FOR We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items We will not pay for the following 1 Removal orinstallations charges 2 Costs of initial technical adjustments set up including adjustment of user controls or programming These costs are the responsibility of the Kramer dealer from whom the product was purchased 3 Shipping charges HOW YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE 1 To obtain service on you product you must take or ship it prepaid to any authorized Kramer service center 2 Whenever warranty service is required the original dated invoice or a copy must be presented as proof of warranty coverage and should be included in any shipment of the product Please also include in any mailing a contact name company address and a description of the problem s 3 For the name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center consult your authorized dealer LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES All implied warranties including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to the length of this warranty EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES The liability of Kramer for any effective products is limited to the repair or replacement of the product at our option Kramer shall not be liable for 1 Damage to other property caused by defects in this product damages based upon inconvenience loss of use of the product los
11. figuration and Installation Guide3 3 Inthe Device menu select Upgrade Applet option and browse to MC dat file included in the package 4 Wait until uploading is completed and the success message appears Click OK 7 Technical Specifications Table 6 defines the technical specifications Table 6 Technical Specifications of the Universal Room Controller Series PORTS 2 RS 232 on terminal block connectors 1 RS 485 on terminal block connectors 1 ETHERNET Ru 45 port OUTPUTS 2 relays on terminal block connectors 36V AC or DC 2A 60VAC maximum on non inductive load 2 IR emitters on terminal block connectors POWER SOURCE 12V DC 155mA DIMENSIONS 11 4cm x 4 3cm x 6 9cm 4 49 x 1 70 x 2 72 W D H WEIGHT 0 3 kg 0 67 Ibs approx ACCESSORIES Kramer 3 5mm to IR Emitter Control Cable C A35 IRE 10 power supply two extra M3x5 screws Java based control software internal Windows based Kramer control software OPTIONS Kramer 3 5mm to IR Emitter Control Cable C A35 IRE 10 15 meter and 20 meter IR emitter extension cables 1 To which the RC device is connected on your PC 2 This section is applicable only to firmware version 26 0 and higher and requires RC Configuration Software version 1 26 0 38 and higher 3 On our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 4 Specifications are subject to change without notice 13 LIMITED WARRANTY Kramer Electronics hereafter Kr
12. layer Ethernet The RC 8IR via a remote control PC A laptop is connected to the projector Figure 5 shows the RC 8IR built into a podium that is located in a lecture auditorium An overhead projector and screen speakers lights and a cabinet with a VCR a DVD and an amplifier inside are all controlled via the RC 8IR The presenter s laptop is located on the podium next to where the RC 8IR is mounted It is also controlled by the RC 8IR and is used for presentations slide shows and so on Figure 5 Example of a Typical RC 8IR Setup in the Lecture Auditorium 1 The second RS 232 port can be used to control another A V unit or an LCD 2 Connected via the IR emitter cable IR OUT1 and IR OUT2 can each be connected to identical machines and still be controlled separately 7 Using Your Universal Room Controller 5 1 Operating the RC 8IR In the following example that is illustrated in Figure 6 the RC 8IR is labeled with specific functions and each button is programmed to perform several tasks as defined in Table 5 Each button may be assigned with up to 15 commands Table 5 The Commands Configuration O oN s OFF pvD 2 ip Vol PC at DOWN ver a HELP ro DESK KRAMER Figure 6 RC 8IR Labels Setup The Label The Macro Sequence ON Power up the proj
13. more slides a video film and some final slides to conclude the lecture Following the introduction the presenter presses the RC 8IR buttons in the following sequence Turn on the projector DVD player video player and receiver roll down the screen turn offthe lights and start the slide show via the laptop ie l l r D lt i Select the DVD input on the projector and play the DVD amp Ea Fa Adjust the speakers audio volume throughout the lecture Cc v e Select the PC input on the projector and resume the slide show Select the VCR input on the projector and show the video film IL Select the PC input on the projector and show the last few slides of the presentation v 3 ji Turn on the lights power down the projector DVD player video player and receiver roll up the screen and turn off the speakers E Figure 7 RC 8IR Operation Example Using Your Universal Room Controller 5 3 Using the Macro Buttons Pressing any button initiates a macro sequence during which the button blinks as programmed by the system integrator If during the macro sequence the button blinks faster than usual this indicates that a malfunction has been detected and the RC 8IR exits the macro sequence To solve the problem summon technical help If you want to stop a macro sequence press and hold that button for 5 seconds The sequence will come to an end You can
14. nd 1 GROUP 1 Distribution Amplifiers GROUP 2 Switchers and Matrix Switchers GROUP 3 Control Systems GROUP 4 Format Standards Converters GROUP 5 Range Extenders and Repeaters GROUP 6 Specialty AV Products GROUP 7 Scan Converters and Scalers GROUP 8 Cables and Connectors GROUP 9 Room Connectivity GROUP 10 Accessories and Rack Adapters GROUP 11 Sierra Products 2 Download up to date Kramer user manuals from the Internet at this URL http www kramerelectronics com 3 That provides information about how to set up the system This online guide may well be updated on a regular basis For the latest online guide go to http www kramerelectronics com 4 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 1 Overview associated equipment in any room such as classrooms boardrooms or auditoriums They streamline operations and simplify control by integrating audio video and computer video sources into a centralized system The Kramer Universal Room Controllers include e An Ethernet port for configuration and control e Configurable backlit buttons to set up any supported command e Two bidirectional RS 232 wired serial ports for universal display for example projectors and switcher control and one RS 485 serial port e Two relays for the simplified and centralized control of room functions such as lighting closing blinds screen settings and so on e Two IR contr
15. ol ports e An IR learner for the customized control of external sources receiving the IR commands from different remote transmitters without the need for an external IR remote control unit e Macro mode operation for programming up to 15 commands with the press of a single button The RC 6IR with six buttons has a total of 90 commands and the RC 8IR with eight buttons has a total of 120 commands e Support for firmware upgrade To achieve the best performance e Connect only good quality connection cables thus avoiding interference deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching and elevated noise levels often associated with low quality cables e Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances and position your Kramer Universal Room Controllers away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust No operator serviceable parts inside unit Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall adapter that is provided with this unit Disconnect power and unplug unit from wall before installing or removing device or servicing unit 1 Of up to five machines with unique IP addresses 2 Six buttons for RC 6IR and eight buttons for the RC 8IR 3 To be configured by the system integrator only 4 For example model number AD2512C part number 2535 000251 2 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Your Universal Room Controller 4 Your Universal Room Controller Figure and Table 2 define the
16. s of time commercial loss or 2 Any other damages whether incidental consequential or otherwise Some countries may not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from place to place NOTE All products returned to Kramer for service must have prior approval This may be obtained from your dealer This equipment has been tested to determine compliance with the requirements of EN 50081 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic emission standard Part 1 Residential commercial and light industry EN 50082 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic immunity standard Part 1 Residential commercial and light industry environment CFR 47 FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15 Radio frequency devices Subpart B Unintentional radiators CAUTION amp Servicing the machines can only be done by an authorized Kramer technician Any user who makes changes or modifications to the unit without the expressed approval of the manufacturer will void user authority to operate the equipment Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components FCC and CE approved using STP cable for
17. t file to a folder for example C Program Files KFR Upgrade 3 Install the KFR Programmer Application 6 2 Connecting the PC to the RS 232 Port Before installing the latest Kramer Ethernet firmware version on the RC 8IR do the following 1 Connect the RS 232 port COM 1 on the RC 8IR to a Null modem adapter and connect the Null modem adapter with a 9 wire flat cable to the RS 232 9 pin D sub COM port on your PC 2 Set the PROGRAM switch to ON 3 Connect the power on your machine 6 3 Upgrading Firmware Follow these steps to upgrade the firmware 1 Double click the KFR Programmer desktop icon The KFR Programmer window appears N KFR Programmer o xl COM PORT C COM1 om C COM2 Send C COM3 Stop m Figure 9 The KFR Programmer Window 12 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Technical Specifications Select the required COM Port Click the File button to select the s 9 firmware file included in the package Click the Send button to download the file The Send button lights red Wait until downloading is completed and the red Send button turns off Disconnect the power on the RC 8IR Set the PROGRAM switch to OFF Connect the power on the RC 8IR eon nw FY N 6 4 Installing the Web Applet Follow these steps to install the Web Applet 1 Connect RC 8IR to your PC through computer networking 2 Start RC Configuration Software and connect to the RC device see the RC Con
18. twisted pair products 14 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit our Web site www kramerelectronics com where updates to this user manual may be found We welcome your questions comments and feedback Safety Warning Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening servicing Caution 9001 O 2 ge ia Institute of Quality amp Control Kramer Electronics Ltd Web site www kramerelectronics com E mail info kramerel com P N 2900 000156 REV 5
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