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1. Audio out settings Quick audio switching Figure 29 The Audio Settings Page Output 1 VP 553 Using the Embedded Web Pages shows the output 2 equalizer settings Switching Scater Audio out settings Device setings Quick audio switching USB routing Shey Audo setin E EDO Authentication About Figure 30 The Audio Settings Page Output 2 shows the Monitor equalizer settings as well as the volume of the Aux Line and Monitor volume levels Audio out settings Quick audio awrteneng Figure 31 The Audio Settings Page Monitor 7 7 The EDID Page The EDID page lets you copy a selected resolution Native Timing or the default resolution HDMI HDBT or VGA to one or more selected inputs 1440x300 60 140 Figure 32 The EDID Page Figure 33 shows how to select a resolution from the list and select one or more inputs To copy click the Copy button VP 553 Using the Embedded Web Pages EE EDID Read trom nomis HOMI mom 3 10241763060 1780800840 woeT Com HDBT 2 1200210246960 most 3 1440x900 lt 0 HDAN 4 MOBT 2PC 44001 1050q60 1600x900 0 160011200050 16301100040 102011 700 60RB Figure 33 The EDID Page Copying the Native Timing shows how to select one of the default resolutions from the list and select one or more inputs To copy click the Copy button EDIO Read from Default VGA ep Co No supparted
2. Baud Rate DATA 9 600 CONTROL 115 200 Kramer VP 551 VP 553 Controller us wre rome va Data Bits ie ane te on ap a a Siop Diis Parity Switching Command Format Example Route the video from the HDMI3 input to the HDMIt output port Ethernet ROUTE 1 1 2 lt cr gt PN 0900 1 oo uss ana To reset the IP settings to the factory reset values go to Menu gt Factory gt RESET gt Change SR as the option to YES and press Enter PO vow e IP Address ee Subnet mask voor a e e Default gateway mi PI Qt Qi TCP Port eeee Default UDP Port ours Maximum UDP Ports ss Full Factory Reset ee Go to Menu gt Factory gt RESET gt Change the option to YES and press Enter Contents 1 Introduction 2 Getting Started 2 1 Achieving the Best Performance 2 2 Safety Instructions 2 3 Recycling Kramer Products 3 Overview 3 1 Using Twisted Pair Cable for HDBT 3 2 Shielded Twisted Pair STP Unshielded Twisted Pair UTP 3 3 Defining the VP 553 Presentation Switcher Scaler 4 Installing in a Rack 5 Connecting the VP 553 5 1 Connecting the Balanced Stereo Audio Input and Outputs 6 Controlling the VP 553 6 1 Controlling via the Front Panel Buttons 6 2 Using the OSD Menu 6 3 Connecting to the VP 553 via RS 232 6 4 Operating via Ethernet 6 5 Controlling via the I
3. MUTE OUT 1 Toggle between muting blocking out the sound and enabling the audio output FREEZE Freeze unfreeze the output video image for both windows BLANK Toggle between a blank screen black screen and the display for both windows MUTE OUT 2 Toggle between muting blocking out the sound and enabling the audio output FREEZE Freeze unfreeze the output video image for both windows So Joo gt Press ENTER to access menu levels when in the OSD Use the up and down arrows to adjust numerical values and adjust the output volume level when not within the OSD MENU Enter Exit the OSD menu and return to the previous menu level OSD Select whether the OSD will appear on OUT 1 OUT 2 both or none of them 720p XGA Press to reset to the default resolution toggles between XGA and 720p USB Select a USB input 1 2 3 or 4 OUT 1 Select one of the following inputs to switch to output 1 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 HDBT 1 HDBT 2 HDBT 3 PC 1 PC 2 TP 1 TP 2 CV 1 or CV 2 OUT 2 Select one of the following inputs to switch to output 2 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 HDBT 1 HDBT 2 or HDBT 3 N 7 Using the Embedded Web Pages The VP 553 can be operated remotely using the embedded Web pages The Web pages are accessed using a Web browser and an Ethernet connection Before attempting to connect e Perform the procedures
4. Response nnJ BUILD DATE s date se timelca ur Parameters date Format YYYY MM DD where YYYY Year MM Month DD Day time Format hh mm ss where hh hours mm minutes ss seconds ommunication Protoco Command FACTORY Command Type System mandatory Command Name Permission Transparency FACTORY Emile E OR E ll Description Syntax Reset device to factory defaults configuration HFACTORY co E Response nn BUILD DATE s date se timece uF Notes This command deletes all user data from the device The deletion can take some time Command MODEL Command Type System mandatory Command Name Permission Transparency Set fe Gei WODEL Description Syntax Set _ Get Get device model MODELcn Response Inn MODEL se mode namela LE Parameters model name String of up to 19 printable ASCII chars Command PROT VER Command Type System mandatory Command Name Permission Transparency C ce PROTVER est Description Syntax St ac 6 sa Response Inni PROT VER se 3000 version tr Parameters Version Format XX XX where X is a decimal digit Command Name Permission Transparency Se RESET Tama EE EST ES Description Syntax et O Response nnDRESET s OK Notes To avoid locking the
5. video inputs 0 11 Audio inputs 0 12 Audio Outputs see Section 9 3 1 P3 0 100 Command MIX Command Type Audio Command Name Permission Transparency Se que Temo Ge me esse Description Syntax Set audio MIX HMIX se P1 P2 ce Get audio MIX HMIX se P1 Response lnni MIX se channel mix mode Parameters P1 Output number 0 Audio out 1 Scaler 1 2 Scaler2 P2 Off On 0 Off 1 On Command Name Permission Transparency Description Syntax Set Set the mixing level of the ae selected output ales vf sept i Get Get the mixing level of the sane E selected output rita Response Set Get Parameters P1 Output number 0 Audio out 1 Scaler 1 2 Scaler2 P2 Level O to 100 Response triggers e Response is sent to the com port from which the Set before execution Get command was received e After execution response is sent to all com ports if CMD NAME was set any other external control device button press device menu and similar or genlock status was changed Notes Sets the mixing level between the audio of the selected video In and the selected AUX audio channel Command Mute Command Type Audio Command Name Permission Transparency Description Syntax Mute the selected output MUTE P1 P2 Mute the selected output MUTE Response Set Get anjo MUTE s P1 P2 Parameters P1
6. 13 Connect an external audio source to the AUX IN 5 pin terminal block connector not shown in Figure 3 Connect the video outputs The QUT 1 HDMI and or HDBT output to an HDMI acceptor for example an LCD display and or an HDBT receiver for example the output of TP 580R connected to HDBT HDMI OUT 2 for example a projector Connect the LINE OUT and or MONITOR OUT AUDIO OUTPUT terminal blocks to An audio power amplifier Active speakers Connect the RS 232 DATA 9 pin D sub Port to a PC for sending RS 232 commands via HDBT RS 232 CONTROL 9 pin D sub Port to a PC to control the unit Connect the REM 2 pin terminal block contact closure remote control pins to a switch to mute unmute the audio output by momentarily pressing the switch Connect the ETHERNET port see Section 6 4 From TP 121xl From TP 580T TP 580R BluRay Disk Player 1 RS 232 vea Composite DVD Player 1 j Smart Whiteboard Computer LCD Graphics Source Display Figure 3 Connecting the VP 553 Presentation Switcher Scaler VP 553 Connecting the VP 553 EE 5 1 Connecting the Balanced Stereo Audio Input and Outputs L L G R R L L G R R Figure 4 Balanced Stereo Audio Figure 5 Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output Connection Connection AUX IN L L G R R Figure 6 Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input Connection oi VP 553 Connecting the VP 553 6 6 1
7. Figure 21 The Scaler Page Output 2 7 4 The Device Settings Page The device Settings window in Figure 22 lets you upgrade the firmware and set the Ethernet parameters Device Settings Moget Name MAC Adaress Firmware Version Firmware Update Dera DHCP IP Address Static IP Address Gateway Subnet Control Port Figure 22 The Device Settings Page Any change in the device settings requires confirmation as illustrated in the example in Figure 23 Are You Sure You Want To Change Static IP Setting meam Figure 23 The Device Settings Page Static IP Confirmation 7 4 1 Firmware Upgrade You can upgrade the firmware via the Device Settings page To do so 1 Choose the firmware file by clicking the Choose File button in the Firmware upgrade line VP 553 Using the Embedded Web Pages 2 Click the Upgrade button The new firmware is uploaded File Upload Waiting Figure 24 The Device Settings Page Uploading the New Firmware File 3 Make sure that the new version appears on the Web page lower left side Model VP551 VP553 FW version v0 21 IP 192 168 72 53 Settings Upload Save Figure 25 The Device Settings Page New Firmware Updated 7 5 The USB Routing Page K Kramer VP 551 VP 553 Controler USB Routing Output E use2 uses us 4 Tie To input Figure 26 The USB Routing Page The USB page lets you select one of the USB hosts butt
8. LIMITED WARRANTY The warranty obligations of Kramer Electronics for this product are limited to the terms set forth below Whatis Covered This limited warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship in this product What is Not Covered This limited warranty does not cover any damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from any alteration modification improper or unreasonable use or maintenance misuse abuse accident neglect exposure to excess moisture fire improper packing and shipping such claims must be presented to the carrier lightning power surges or other acts of nature This limited warranty does not cover any damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from the installation or removal of this product from any installation any unauthorized tampering with this product any repairs attempted by anyone unauthorized by Kramer Electronics to make such repairs or any other cause which does not relate directly to a defect in materials and or workmanship of this product This limited warranty does not cover cartons equipment enclosures cables or accessories used in conjunction with this product Without limiting any other exclusion herein Kramer Electronics does not warrant that the product covered hereby including without limitation the technology and or integrated circuit s included in the product will not become obsolete or that such items are or will remain compatible with any other product or technology
9. 0 0 Line out 0 1 Monitor Out 1 Scaler1 2 Scaler2 P2 0 Off 1 On Response triggers Response is sent to the com port from which the Set before execution Get command was received After execution response is sent to all com ports if CMD NAME was set any other external control device button press device menu and similar or genlock status was changed Notes Mutes the selected audio output Command Name Permission Transparency Description Syntax Set ime SCLR AS 5 P1 P2 ETE Response Set Get SCLR AS s P1 P2 Parameters P1 Scaler Number 1 Scaler 1 2 Scaler2 P2 Off On 0 Off 1 On Response triggers Response is sent to the com port from which the Set before execution Get command was received After execution response is sent to all com ports if CMD NAME was set any other external control device button press device menu and similar or genlock status was changed Notes Sets the Auto Sync features for the selected Scaler Command Name Permission Transparency Description Syntax Set the image size IMAGE PROP P 1 Celto ese IMAGE PROP s P1 P6 aa Response Set Get n Parameters P1 Scaler number 1 Scaler 1 2 Scaler2 P2 Status 0 Over Scan 1 Full 2 Best Fit 3 PanScan 3 Letter Box 5 Under 2 6 Under 1 Response triggers Response is sent to the com port from which the Set before execution Get command was received After execution respons
10. 10ms to 80ms in 10ms steps or AUTO MICROPHONE MIX Set mix ON to mix the microphone input with the selected audio input or set to OFF MIX LEVEL Adjust the mix level enabled when MICROPHONE MIX is set to ON 6 2 4 The AUD OUT Menu Parameter l Function SOURCE Select the audio source HDMI1 HDMI2 HDMI3 HDBT1 HDBT2 HDBT3 PC1 PC2 TP1 TP2 CV1 CV2 or MIC EMBEDDED AUDIO HDMI AUDIO Select the HDMI 1 HDMI 2 and HDMI 3 audio IN 1 2 and 3 sources behavior AUTOMATIC the embedded audio on the HDMI input is selected for an HDMI signal or the analog audio input is selected if the input is not HDMI for example for a DVI input signal EMBEDDED the embedded audio in the HDMI signal is selected ANALOG the analog audio input is selected HDMI AUDIO IN is enabled only when one of the HDMI inputs is selected DELAY Select the audio delay time OFF 10 to 80ms in 10ms steps or AUTO MICROPHONE MIX Set to ON or OFF Set to ON to mix the microphone input with the selected audio input or set to OFF MIX LEVEL Adjust the mix level Parameter l Function Set to NONE OUTPUT 1 or OUTPUT 2 AUDIO EQ Set the audio EQ values in 0 5dB steps for BELOW 120Hz CENTER 200Hz CENTER 500Hz CENTER 1200Hz CENTER 3000Hz CENTER 7500Hz and ABOVE 12000Hz 6 2 5 The AUD SET Menu Parameter l Function MICROPHONE GAIN Set the microphone gain INPUT VOLUME Set the volume for each input HDMI1 embedded HDMI2 embedded HDMI3 emb
11. 2 unbalanced analog audio on 3 5mm mini jacks for PC 1 Aux in balanced stereo audio on 5 pin terminal block connectors 2 balanced audio L and R RCA connectors for CV 1 HDBT on RJ 45 connector 2 HDMI connectors HDMI HDCP 1 USB port Monitor out balanced stereo on a 5 pin terminal block connector Line out balanced stereo on a 5 pin terminal block connector NATIVE 640x480 60 800x600 60 1024x768 60 1280x768 60 1360x768 60 1280x720 60 1280x800 60 1280x1024 60 1440x900 60 1400x1050 60 1680x1050 60 1600x1200 60 1920x1080 60 1920x1200 60 720x480p 60 1280x720p 60 1920x1080i 60 1920x1080p 60 720x576p 60 1280x720p 50 1920x1080i 50 1920x1080p 50 TP 1 TP 2 CV 1 CV 2 HDBT 1 HDBT 2 HDBT 3 PC 1 PC 2 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 USB 1 USB 2 USB 3 USB 4 input selector buttons 2 blank 2 mute 2 freeze buttons menu enter menu arrows reset to XGA 720p OSD SELECT 2 RS 232 IR Ethernet 2 level and EQ trimmers line mic selector switch cond dyn selector switch mono stereo selector switch REM for muting audio 100 240V AC 43VA max 0 to 40 C 32 to 104 F 40 to 70 C 40 to 158 F 0 to 90 RHL non condensing 9 x 7 x 2U W D H rack mountable 2 7kg 6lbs approx Power cord rack ears IR remote control Kramer BC HDKat6a cable Specifications are subject to change without notice at http Awww kramerelectronics com VP 553 Technical Specifications 8 1 Defaul
12. Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your VP 553 After connecting your VP 553 connect its power and then switch on the power to each device You do not have to connect all the inputs and outputs connect only those that are required To connect the VP 553 as illustrated in the example in Figure 3 do the following Connect an HDMI source for example a DVD player to the HDMI VIDEO INPUT connector from 1 to 3 Alternatively you can connect the DVI connector on the DVD player to the HDMI connector on the VP 553 via a DVI HDMI adapter When using this adapter you can connect the audio signal via the terminal block connector Connect a computer graphics source to the PC 1 15 pin HD VIDEO INPUT connector from 1 to 2 Connect a composite video source for example a composite video player to the CV VIDEO INPUT RCA connector from 1 to 2 Connect a TP transmitter for example TP 121xI to the RJ 45 TP IN connectors from 1 to 2 Connect an HDBT transmitter for example TP 580T to the RJ 45 TP IN connectors from 1 to 3 Connect the USB IN ports from 1 to 4 for example a PC and USB OUT port for example a smart whiteboard Connect the audio inputs not shown in Figure 3 to the HDMI audio input 3 5mm mini jacks from 1 to 3 PC audio input 3 5mm mini jacks from 1 to 2 CY audio inputs to the L and R RCA connectors from 1 to 2 ecting the VP 553 11 10 11 12
13. The default timeout is set to 10 seconds e ENTER button to accept changes and to change the menu settings e Arrow buttons to move through the OSD menu which is displayed on the video output On the OSD menu select EXIT to exit the menu 6 2 1 The MAIN Menu Mode Function OSD Set the OSD parameters H POSITION V POSITION TIMER BACKGROUND and DISPLAY see Section 6 2 7 FACTORY Select YES to reset to the default parameters If you cannot see the display after factory reset use the front panel RESET TO XGA 720p button to set the correct resolution press to toggle between reset to XGA and reset to 720p ETHER NET IP MODE Set to DHCP or STATIC When selecting STATIC IP the IP number appears next to IP ADDRESS SET STATIC IP set the IP ADDRESS DEF GATEWAY default gateway and SUBNET MASK CONTROL PORT set the CONTROL PORT number connected to HDBT2 see Figure 7 MISC You can use a remote control transmitter that is used for controlling a peripheral device for example a DVD player to send commands to the A V equipment from to any of the transmitters receiver connected to the HDBT connectors Select the IR transmission route for each of the units that are connected to the HDBT connectors IN OUT HDBT1 IR OUT set to HDBT2 HDBT3 or HDBT OUT to set the IR route from to HDBT2 HDBT3 or HDBT OUT to HDBT1 HDBT2 IR OUT set to HDBT1 HDBT3 or HDBT OUT to set the IR route from to HDBT1 HDBT3 or HDBT OUT
14. color hue sharpness noise contrast and brightness Front panel control audio mute video blanking and freeze frame Built in Web pages for easy setup and remote control Firmware upgrade via the Ethernet Non Volatile memory that saves the final settings 3 1 3 2 3 3 This section defines the VP 553 Control your VP 553 e Directly via the front panel push buttons e By RS 232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system PC or other serial controller e Remotely from the infrared remote control transmitter with OSD on screen display e Via the Ethernet with built in Web pages The VP 553 is housed in a 19 2U rack mountable enclosure with rack ears included and is fed from a 100 240 VAC universal switching power supply Using Twisted Pair Cable for HDBT Kramer engineers have developed special twisted pair cables to best match our digital twisted pair products BC HDKat6a CAT 6 23 AWG cable significantly outperforms regular CAT 5 CAT 6 cables We strongly recommend that you use shielded twisted pair cable Shielded Twisted Pair STP Unshielded Twisted Pair UTP We recommend that you use Shielded Twisted Pair STP cable and stress that the compliance to electromagnetic interference was tested using STP cable There are different levels of STP cable available and we advise you to use the best quality STP cable that you can afford Our non skew free cable Kramer BC STP is intended for a
15. om ve timing 10244768 60 1780x800 60 af 128011024060 fa E 1366176360 Default HOMLMOST 144090060 HOMI 2 HDMI 3 HOST 3 140011050060 1600x900 60 16001 2006060 168011050060 1920x1200 60RB Figure 34 The EDID Page Copying the Default 7 8 The EDID page displays the machine name selected resolution the audio channels and deep color support After clicking the Copy button the EDID page shows the copy EDID results Figure 35 The EDID Page The Copy EDID Results The Authentication Page The Authentication page lets you set the user name and password as well as setting the inactivity logout shows the Authentication page Authentication GG Authenticate Wob Pages access User Figure 36 The Authentication Page 7 9 The About Page The VP 553 About page lets you view the Web page version and Kramer Electronics Ltd details Kramer Electronics Ltd 3 Am VeOlamo St Jerusalem srael 95463 Tel 972 2 654 4000 Fax 972 2 653 5369 Email C 2013 Kramer Electronics Ltd all rights reserved Figure 37 The About Page VP 553 Using the Embedded Web Pages 8 Technical Specifications INPUTS OUTPUTS OUTPUT RESOLUTIONS CONTROLS 3 HDMI connectors HDMI HDCP 2 VGA on 15 pin HD connectors 2 composite video on RCA connectors 2 analog TP on RJ 45 connectors 3 HDBT on RJ 45 connectors 4 USB ports 3 unbalanced analog audio on 3 5mm mini jacks for HDMI
16. set the red R green G and blue B shades and offsets HUE Set the color hue SATURATION Set the color saturation SHARPNESS Set the sharpness of the picture NR Select the noise reduction OFF LOW MIDDLE and HIGH SIZE Select the size of the display FULL OVERS CAN UNDER1 UNDER2 LETTER BOX PANS CAN BEST FIT default FULL UNDER refers to an underscan of 6 UNDER refers to an underscan of 9 RESOLUTION Select the output resolution from the menu default NATIVE Appears as Output resolution 160051200 640x480 640x480 60 1920x1080 800x600 800x600 60 1920x1200 1024x768 60 480p 60Hz 1280x768 60 720p 60Hz 1360x768 60 10801 60Hz 1280x720 60 1080p 60Hz 1280x800 60 576p 50Hz 1280x1024 60 720p 50Hz 1440x900 60 10801 50Hz 1400x1050 60 1080p 50Hz 1680x1050 60 E NATIVE Select NATIVE to select the output resolution from the EDID of the connected HDMI monitor HDCP INPUT HDCP select the HDCP option for the HDMI input either ON the default or OFF Setting HDCP support to disabled OFF on the HDMI input allows the source to transmit a non HDCP signal if required for example when working with a Mac computer OUTPUT HDCP Select FOLLOW INPUT or FOLLOW OUTPUT to define whether the HDCP will follow the input or the output When FOLLOW INPUT is selected it changes its HDCP output setting for the HDMI output according to the HDCP of the input This option is recommended when the HDMI output is c
17. VIC ID of native resolution Get command with is native ON returns native resolution VIC with is_native OFF returns current resolution Command VMUTE Command Type Video Command Name Permission Transparency Description Syntax Set Set enable disable video VMUTE se P1 P2 la on output Get video on output status VMUTE srl P1 cx Response Set Get anko VMUTE se P1 P2 Parameters P1 Scaler number 1 Scaler1 2 Scaler2 P2 Off On 0 Off 1 On Command W FRZ Command Type Video Command Name Permission Transparency Se pwenz J mUm WFAZ mowe ER Description Syntax Set freeze video on output W FRZ s P1 P2 fe Get freeze on output status W FRZ lt e P4 x Response Set Get ano W FRZ s P1 P2 Parameters P1 Scaler number 1 Scaler1 2 Scaler2 P2 Off On 0 Off 1 On Command AUD LVL Command Type Audio Command Name Permission Transparency Description Syntax Set audio level in specific amplifier stage HAUD LVLIse P1 P2 P3 cr Get audio level in specific amplifier stage HAUD LVL s P1 P2 cr Response jnn o AUD LVL s P1 P2 Parameters P1 Input Output 0 Input 1 Output P2 Input Output number valid according to the selected Input Output according to P1
18. moisture excessive sunlight and dust This equipment is to be used only inside a building It may only be connected to other equipment that is installed inside a building 2 2 2 3 Safety Instructions Caution There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit Warning Use only the power cord that is supplied with the unit Warning Do not open the unit High voltages can cause electrical shock Servicing by qualified personnel only Warning Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall before installing Recycling Kramer Products The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE Directive 2002 96 EC aims to reduce the amount of WEEE sent for disposal to landfill or incineration by requiring it to be collected and recycled To comply with the WEEE Directive Kramer Electronics has made arrangements with the European Advanced Recycling Network EARN and will cover any costs of treatment recycling and recovery of waste Kramer Electronics branded equipment on arrival at the EARN facility For details of Kramer s recycling arrangements in your particular country go to our recycling pages at htto www kramerelectronics com support recycling Getting Started Overview The VP 553 is a high performance 6x2 presentation switcher scaler for HDMI HDBaseT and analog signals and a 4x1 USB switcher The unit has dual independent scaled outputs the first on both HDMI and HDBaseT connectors and the second
19. of alphameric ASCII characters 0 9 A Z a z and some special characters for specific commands Parameters are separated by commas Message string Every command entered as part of a message string begins with a message starting character and ends with a message closing character Note A string can contain more than one command Commands are separated by a pipe character Message starting character For host command query For machine response Device address Optional for K NET K NET Device ID followed by Query sign follows some commands to define a query request Message closing character CR For host messages carriage return ASCII 13 CRLF For machine messages carriage return ASCII 13 line feed ASCII 10 Command chain separator character When a message string contains more than one command a pipe character separates each command Spaces between parameters or command terms are ignored 9 1 4 9 1 7 Entering Commands You can directly enter all commands using a terminal with ASCII communications software such as HyperTerminal Hercules etc Connect the terminal to the serial or Ethernet port on the Kramer device To enter CR press the Enter key LF is also sent but is ignored by command parser For commands sent from some non Kramer controllers like Crestron some characters require special cod
20. other party authorized to repair Kramer Electronics products this product must be insured during shipment with the insurance and shipping charges prepaid by you If this product is returned uninsured you assume all risks of loss or damage during shipment Kramer Electronics will not be responsible for any costs related to the removal or re installation of this product from or into any installation Kramer Electronics will not be responsible for any costs related to any setting up this product any adjustment of user controls or any programming required for a specific installation of this product How to Obtain a Remedy under this Limited Warranty To obtain a remedy under this limited warranty you must contact either the authorized Kramer Electronics reseller from whom you purchased this product or the Kramer Electronics office nearest you For a list of authorized Kramer Electronics resellers and or Kramer Electronics authorized service providers please visit our web site at www kramerelectronics com or contact the Kramer Electronics office nearest you In order to pursue any remedy under this limited warranty you must possess an original dated receipt as proof of purchase from an authorized Kramer Electronics reseller If this product is returned under this limited warranty a return authorization number obtained from Kramer Electronics will be required You may also be directed to an authorized reseller or a person authorized by Kramer Electronic
21. out No singal Z E E Input 1 HDMI del Embed Vot 74 3 AUDI HDBT3 q te No singal Pct No singal E3 Paet PC2 No singal TP4 No singal Figure 17 Edit Input Buttons The input edit window lets you change the name of the input as it will appear on the Web page and save it and also set the embedded and analog volume separately 7 2 1 To edit an output button select that button and click the edit icon The output edit window appears Switching Volume Line Monitor 49 19 HDBT2 Audio out No Signal q q Output Input 4 SMALL DELL DVD Player E trominput 5 No Signal Audio Follow Video aox E HDMIZ Furua No Signal IN 3 HOMIS No Signal BIG SCREEN trominput 2 av HDBT1 ox e No Signal 3 AUDIEWART HDBT3 Output 4 SMALL DELL a Hom No Signal Resolution 1280x768 Pct No Signal Output HDCP Follow Input Output Auxiliary Mixer On PC2 No Signal Auxiliary Level 100 Output Volume 80 Tr No Signal Figure 18 Edit Output Buttons The output edit window lets you change the name of the output as it will appear on the Web page and save it set the resolution the HDCP settings the Auxiliary mixer ON or OFF and set the Auxiliary level as well as the output volume Switching an Input to an Output You can switch the input audio and video signals together to a selected output AFV or separately To switch an Input to an Output in the AFV
22. port due to a USB bug in Windows disconnect USB connections immediately after running this command If the port was locked disconnect and reconnect the cable to reopen the port Command VERSION Command Type System mandatory Command Name Permission Transparency E DE ER DR VERSION edu ER Description Syntax se O Response IAnn OVERSION s firmware version Parameters firmware version Format XX XX XXXX where the digits group are major minor build version Command NET MAC Command Type Communication Command Name Permission Transparency se ERR CORRE Co NET MAC End User ll Description Syntax EN Get MAC address NET MAGC7cr Response Inni NET MAC se mac_address ce ur Parameters mac address Unique MAC address Format XX XX XX XX XX XX where X is hex digit Command Name Permission Transparency Se NEnP O Tadminsiao o EM CE E E Description Syntax NET P fu Response O NET IP ip address O NET IP ip address Parameters P1 valid IP address xxx xxx xxx xxx Notes For proper settings consult your network administrator Command NET GATE Command Type Communication O and Name Pe O a pare Set NET GATE Administrator Get NET GATE End User De ptio Set Set Gateway IP NET GATEfsr
23. via OSD menu To View the OSD press the OSD SELECT button until E Ta E Function i U 1 et the output 1 parameters the front panel OSD LED corresponding to the output Sane Got bi tanen you are viewing is lit AUDIO OUT Set the audio output parameters Enter the OSD menu via the MENU button on the front AUDIO SET _ Set the audio input parameters panel or the IR remote control transmitter Select a usa Set the USB ports behavior i OSD Set the OSD parameters menu item and set parameters as required FACTORY Select YES to reset to the default parameters ETHER NET IP MODE SET STATIC IP CONTROL PORT MISC Select the IR transmission route for each of the units that are connected to the HDBT connectors IN OUT HDBT IR OUT HDBT2 IR OUT HDBTS IR OUT HDBT OUT IR OUT DATA UART OUT INFO Displays the RESOLUTION HDCP DIP SWITCH VERSION Step 6 Control peripheral devices via IR remote controller You can use a remote control transmitter that is VP 553 used for controlling a peripheral device for example a DVD player to send commands to the A V equipment from to any of the transmitters receiver connected to the HDBT connectors fig Es dea fas IR Emitter na DVD Player DVD Player IR Transmitter Step 7 Operate via the front panel buttons and via the IR Remote Controller RS 232 and Ethernet Embedded Web Page
24. with which the product may be used How Long Does this Coverage Last Seven years as of this printing please check our Web site for the most current and accurate warranty information Whois Covered Only the original purchaser of this product is covered under this limited warranty This limited warranty is not transferable to subsequent purchasers or owners of this product What Kramer Electronics will do Kramer Electronics will at its sole option provide one of the following three remedies to whatever extent it shall deem necessary to satisfy a proper claim under this limited warranty 1 Elect to repair or facilitate the repair of any defective parts within a reasonable period of time free of any charge for the necessary parts and labor to complete the repair and restore this product to its proper operating condition Kramer Electronics will also pay the shipping costs necessary to retum this product once the repair is complete 2 Replace this product with a direct replacement or with a similar product deemed by Kramer Electronics to perform substantially the same function as the original product 3 Issue a refund of the original purchase price less depreciation to be determined based on the age of the product at the time remedy is sought under this limited warranty What Kramer Electronics will not do Under This Limited Warranty If this product is returned to Kramer Electronics or the authorized dealer from which it was purchased or any
25. 0 Off 1 On 2 Follow In 3 Follow Out Response triggers Response is sent to the com port from which the Set before execution Get command was received Response is sent to all com ports after execution if HDCP MOD was set any other external control device button press device menu and similar or genlock status changed Set HDCP working mode on device input HDCP supported HDCP ON default HDCP not supported HDCP OFF HDCP support changes following detected sink MIRROR OUTPUT 553 RS 232 Communication Protocol 61 Command VID RES Command Type Video Command Name Permission Transparency VID RES Description Syntax Sai veeo Keel die VID RES se P1 P2 P3 Pa ce Get video resolution VID RES2 se P1 P2 P3 ce Response Inn VID RES se P1 P2 P3 P4 cr e Parameters P1 0 Input 1 Output P2 1 Scaler1 2 Scaler2 P3 0 Off 1 On P4 video resolutions see Section 9 3 2 Response triggers After execution response is sent to the com port from which the Set Get was received After execution response is sent to all com ports if VID RES was set by any other external control device button press device menu and similar Set command is only applicable for stage Output Set command with is native ON sets native resolution on selected output resolution index sent 0 Device sends as answer actual
26. Controlling the VP 553 The VP 553 can be controlled via The front panel buttons see Section 6 1 The OSD menu see Section 6 2 RS 232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system PC or other serial controller see Section 6 3 The ETHERNET see Section 6 4 The infrared remote control transmitter see Section 6 5 Controlling via the Front Panel Buttons The VP 553 includes the following front panel buttons Input selector buttons for selecting the required input CV 1 and 2 TP 1 and 2 PC 1 and 2 HDBT 1 to 3 or HDMI 1 to 3 to OUT 1 Input selector buttons for selecting the required input HDBT 1 to 3 or HDMI 1 to 3 to OUT 2 Input selector buttons for selecting the required USB port 1 to 4 BLANK MUTE and FREEZE buttons for OUT 1 and OUT 2 MENU ENTER and up down left and right arrow buttons RESET TO XGA 720p and OSD SELECT buttons The Auto Adjust Feature The auto adjust feature applies only to the PC input automatically centers the image on the screen when pressing the ENTER front panel button on the remote control transmitter when not within the OSD menu You can also implement this feature every time the input is switched to VGA or when the input resolution changes via the AUTO SETUP menu see Section 6 2 2 3 Controlling the VP 553 6 2 Using the OSD Menu The control buttons let you control the VP 553 via the OSD menu Press the e MENU button to enter the menu
27. DMI1 1 HDMI2 2 HDMI3 3 HDBT1 4 HDBT2 5 HDBT3 P2 0 Off 1 On Response triggers After execution response is sent to the com port from which the Get was received Response is sent after every change in input signal status ON to OFF or OFF to ON Command Name Permission Transparency su lo oo Description Syntax EH Do Response nnkoDISPLAY se P1 P2 Parameters P1 Output number O HDMI1 1 HDBT1 2 HDMI2 P2 0 Off 1 On Response triggers After execution response is sent to the com port from which the Get was received Response is sent after every change in output HPD status ON to OFF Response is sent after every change in output HPD status OFF to ON and ALL parameters new EDID etc are stable and valid Command LOCK FP Command Type System Command Name Permission Transparency Set Locke TEnusr Ge ice endser Description Syntax Response Inni LOCK FP sp P1 se OKI ce LF Parameters P1 Off On 0 Off 1 On 60 VP 553 The VP 553 RS 232 Communication Protoco Command Name Permission Transparency Description Syntax Seber mode HDCP MOD P1 P2 P3 ca Cet HDCP move HDCP MOD se P1 P2 Response Set Get nnkoHDCP MOD se P1 P2 Parameters P1 Input Output 0 Input 1 Output P2 Scaler number 1 Scaler1 2 Scaler2 P3 Status
28. KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD USER MANUAL MODEL VP 553 Presentation Switcher Scaler P N 2900 300326 Rev 1 mE VP 553 Quick Start Guide 4 This guide helps you install and use your product for the first time For more detailed information go to http Awww kramerelectronics com support product_downloads asp to download the latest manual or scan the QR code on the left Step 1 Check what s in the box A The VP 553 Presentation Switcher Scaler 4 Rubber feet A IR remote control transmitter with batteries 1 Set of rack ears 1 Power cord A 1 Quick start guide Step 2 Install the VP 553 Mount the machine in a rack or place on a table Step 3 Connect inputs and outputs ussou romi memz Wows Pci Pecz E ha utowa ue os soes s o mm p Ea rowna E CTY VIDEO OUTPUTS S amp S Ee Computer Graphics Composite DVD Player Souree PC en _ DVD Player RJ 45 Pinout Connect the audio output For the Ethernet and HDBaseT connectors see the To a balanced output To an unbalanced output proper wiring diagram below LL GRIR Lt L GRR EIA TIA 568B PIN Wire Color 1 orange write 2 orange 5 Blue white Connect the audio AUX IN input Step 4 Connect the power connect AC power to the rear of the VP 553 switch on its power and then switch on the power on each evice Step 5 Set operation parameters
29. OVERING THIS PRODUCT INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL APPLY TO THIS PRODUCT AS PROVIDED UNDER APPICABLE LAW IF ANY PRODUCT TO WHICH THIS LIMITED WARRANTY APPLIES IS A CONSUMER PRODUCT UNDER THE MAGNUSON MOSS WARRANTY ACT 15 U S C A 2301 ET SEQ OR OTHER APPICABLE LAW THE FOREGOING DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES SHALL NOT APPLY TO YOU AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ON THIS PRODUCT INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR THE PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL APPLY AS PROVIDED UNDER APPLICABLE LAW Other Conditions This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from country to country or state to state This limited warranty is void if i the label bearing the serial number of this product has been removed or defaced ii the product is not distributed by Kramer Electronics or iii this product is not purchased from an authorized Kramer Electronics reseller If you are unsure whether a reseller is an authorized Kramer Electronics reseller please visit our Web site at www kramerelectronics com or contact a Kramer Electronics office from the list at the end of this document Your rights under this limited warranty are not diminished if you do not complete and return the product registration form or complete and submit the online product registration form Kramer Electronics thanks you for purchasing a Kramer Electronics product We hop
30. P1 cx Get Get Gateway IP 4NET GATE a Set Inni NET GATE sp P1 s JOKlcr oF Get Inn NET GATE sr ip address cr ur P1 valid IP address xxx xxx xxx xxx A network gateway connects the device via another network and maybe over the Internet Be careful of security problems For proper settings consult your network administrator Command NET MASK Command Type Communication Command Name Permission Transparency Description Syntax Set device subnet mask 4NET MASKG net mask cx Get device subnet mask HNET MASK cx Response I NET MASK se P1 s OKIc ve I NET MASK net_mask cr iF Parameters P1 valid IP address xxx xxx xxx xxx Response triggers The subnet mask limits the Ethernet connection within the local network For proper settings consult your network administrator Command NET DHCP Command Type Communication Command Name Permission Transparency Description Syntax Set Set DHCP mode 4NET DHCPE P1 cx Get Get DHCP mode NET DHCP7 c Response OD NET DHCP OD NET DHCP Parameters P1 Off On 0 off 1 on 0 Do not use DHCP Use the IP set by the factory or using the IP set command 1 Try to use DHCP If unavailable use IP as ab
31. as set any other external control device button press device menu and similar or genlock status was changed Notes Displays the OSD of the selected Scaler Command Microphone Gain Command Type Audio Command Name Permission Transparency Description Syntax St Set the microphone gain MIC GAIN lt P1 P2 Set Get the microphone gain MIC GAIN P1 Response Parameters P1 Input number for VP 553 always 0 0 P2 level 0 to 100 Response Triggers Response is sent to the com port from which the Set before execution Get command was received After execution response is sent to all com ports if CMD NAME was set any other external control device button press device menu and similar or genlock status was changed Notes Sets the Microphone input audio gain Command DIP switch status Command Type Machine Command Name Permission Transparency ER ND EST CO DPSW STATUS COR Get the DIP switch status DPSW STATUS Response Get nnko DPSW STATUS s P2 ce Parameters P1 0 SW 0 2 SW2 P2 Off On Off 0 On 1 Response Triggers Response is sent to the com port from which the Set before execution Get command was received After execution response is sent to all com ports if CMD NAME was set any other external control device button press device menu and similar or genlock status was changed VP 553 The VP 553 RS 232 Communication Protocol
32. e is sent to all com ports if CMD NAME was set any other external control device button press device menu and similar or genlock status was changed Notes Sets the image properties of the selected scaler Command PC Auto Sync Command Type Video Command Name Permission Transparency a se Description Syntax oe fresno o Edo DT Set Get SCLR PCAUTO s P1 P2 Parameters 1 Scaler number 1 Scaler 1 2 Scaler2 P2 Off On 0 Off 1 On Response triggers Response is sent to the com port from which the Set before execution Get command was received After execution response is sent to all com ports if CMD NAME was set any other external control device button press device menu and similar or genlock status was changed Notes Sets the PC Auto sync of the selected scaler Command Scaler Audio Delay Command Type Audio Command Name Permission Transparency Description Syntax St Set the scaler audio delay 4 sCLR AUDIO DELAY P 1 P2 Set Get the scaler audio delay SCLR AUDIO DELAY gt P1 Response Set Get SCLR AUDIO DELAY P1 P2 Parameters P1 Audio output number 0 Audio out 1 Scaler 1 2 Scaler2 P2 Level selecetion 0 Off 1 to8 10ms to80ms in 10ms steps 9 Auto Response triggers Response is sent to the com port from which the Set before execution Get command was received After execution response is sent to all com ports if CMD NAME wa
33. e it will give you years of satisfaction For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit our Web site where updates to this user manual may be found We welcome your questions comments and feedback Web site www kramerelectronics com KRAMER E mail info kramerel com SAFETY WARNING Disconnect the unit from the power e supply before opening and servicing MO P N 2900 Rev 1
34. edded HDBaseT1 embedded HDBaseT2 embedded HDBaseT3 embedded HDMI1 analog HDMI2 analog HDMI3 analog PC1 PC2 TP1 TP2 CV1 CV2 MUTE FOLLOWS Select the action that will be followed by mute NONE the audio muting is independent of the FREEZE and BLANK functions FREEZE BLANK FREEZE BLANK when freezing or blanking the video the audio will be muted the MUTE function follows the FREEZE and the BLANK functions 6 2 6 The USB Menu Parameter l Function SOURCE Select the USB input USB 1 USB 2 USB 3 USB 4 or TIE TO INPUT SETUP FOLLOW If TIE TO INPUT was selected above setup the input to which the INPUT selected USB port will be tied For each of the inputs you can select a USB port that will follow For example if you want to set USB 3 to follow HDMI 3 select HDMI 3 and set to USB 3 6 2 7 The OSD Menu Parameter l Function SHOW ON OUTPUT Select the output s that will display the OSD BOTH ON BOTH OFF OUTPUT 1 or OUTPUT 2 H POSITION Set the horizontal position of the OSD V POSITION Set the vertical position of the OSD Set the timeout period in 5sec steps from 5 to 60 Set the OSD background between 0 transparent and 50 opaque DISPLAY Select the information shown on the screen during operation OFF the information is not shown ON the information is shown permanently INFO the information is shown for a few seconds VP 553 Controlling the VP 553 6 3 6 4 6 4 1 3 Con
35. eparately can be programmed to follow MUTE see Section 6 2 5 MUTE Buttons Press to toggle between muting blocking out the sound and enabling the embedded audio output for OUT 1 and OUT 2 separately Note that the mute button will not affect the LINE and MONITOR outputs FREEZE Buttons Press to freeze unfreeze the output video image on OUT 1 and OUT 2 separately can be programmed to follow MUTE see Section 6 2 5 MENU Button Displays the OSD menu see Section 6 2 ENTER Button Press to accept changes and change the SETUP parameters see Section 6 2 Navigation lt Button Press to decrease numerical values or select from several definitions Buttons When not within the OSD menu mode press to reduce volume for embedded HDMI inputs this does not affect the embedded output Press to move up the menu list values see Section 6 2 v Button Press to move down the menu list see Section 6 2 14 gt Button Press to increase numerical values or select from several definitions When not within the OSD menu mode press to increase volume for embedded HDMI inputs this does not affect the embedded output 15 RESET TO XGA 720p Press to reset the video resolution of both scalers to XGA or 720p Button Press and hold for about 2 seconds to reset to XGA or press and hold for about 5 seconds to reset to 720p 16 OSD SELECT Button Click to select the output on which the OSD will be displayed on both outputs
36. if your network supports this capability Otherwise you need to ask your network administrator for the appropriate IP settings o IP address Subnet mask Default gatewa Obtain DNS server address automatically Use the following DNS server addresses Preferred DNS server Alternate DNS server P validate settings upon exit Figure 9 Internet Protocol Version 4 Properties Window Gera You can get IPv6 settings assigned automatically if your network supports this capability Otherwise you need to ask your network administrator for the appropriate IPv6 settings Obtain an IPv6 address automatically Use the following IPv6 address IPv6 address Subnet prefix length Default gateway Obtain DNS server address automatically Use the following DNS server addresses Preferred DNS server Alternate DNS Validate settings upon exit Figure 10 Internet Protocol Version 6 Properties Window VP 553 Controlling the VP 553 EEB 6 4 2 6 4 3 6 Select Use the following IP Address for static IP addressing and fill in the details as shown in Figure 11 For TCP IPv4 you can use any IP address in the range 192 168 1 1 to 192 168 1 255 excluding 192 168 1 39 that is provided by your IT department You can get IP settings assigned automatically if your network supports this capability Otherwise you need to ask your network admin
37. in Section 6 4 e Ensure that your browser is supported The following operating systems and Web browsers are supported e Windows 7 Google Chrome v25 FireFox v15 Opera v12 Microsoft Internet Explorer v9 e Windows XP Google Chrome v25 FireFox v15 e Apple Mac Google Chrome v25 FireFox v20 Opera v12 14 Safari v6 VP 553 Using the Embedded Web Pages 7 1 Browsing the VP 553 Web Pages To browse the VP 553 Web pages 1 Open your Internet browser 2 Type the IP number of the device in the Address bar of your browser For example the default IP number E http 192 168 1 39 Mi The Loading page appears Kramer Electronics Itd Loading resources 12 Figure 13 The Loading Page Once loaded enter your user name and password Kramer VP 553 Controller Username admin Password Figure 14 Enter Username and Password There are eight Web pages e The Switching page see Section 7 2 e The Scaler page see Section 7 3 e The Device Settings page See Section 7 4 e The USB Routing page see Section 7 5 e The Audio Settings page see Section 7 6 e The EDID page see Section 7 7 e The Authentication page see Section 7 8 e The About page see Section 7 9 7 2 The Switching Page Figure 12 shows the Switching page that is also the first page that appears following the loading page The column on the left shows the switching page selected and below a l
38. ing such as X Refer to the controller manual Command Forms Some commands have short name syntax in addition to long name syntax to allow faster typing The response is always in long syntax Command Chaining Multiple commands can be chained in the same string Each command is delimited by a pipe character When chaining commands enter the message starting character and the message closing character only once at the beginning of the string and at the end Commands in the string do not execute until the closing character is entered A separate response is sent for every command in the chain Maximum Siring Length 64 characters VP 553 The VP 553 RS 32 Communication Protocol 9 2 Kramer Protocol 3000 Command List Command Short Form Description a ae HELP E eme 7 BUDINE E MODELS Tread eve mode PROT VER Ted devi proce verion RESET mn am E EE SN es Ce VERSION E seem NAME __ Set machine DNS name NAVE Feet a e INET MAG NETE NETT NETGATE NETGATE NETMASK INET ASIC INET DHOP INET HOP ROUTE E OUTE E E SIGNAL O TE aes IDISPLAV O OE HLOOKP E DT EEE OKET DCP MOD ES DS DCE MOD E NDES E VIO RES Test inpuoutput resolution VMUTE VMUTE VFRZ VFRZ AUD LVL Set audio level AUD LVL Get audio level MIX MIX MIX LVL MIX LVL MUTE Command Short Form Description pate o o Piscinas o TT Pescas TT amaer
39. ist of all the other available Web pages The Switching area lets you switch an input to an output audio video or audio follow video the Audio out below Output shows the audio input that is routed to the line and monitor outputs The volume area lets you control the Line and Monitor output audio level The lower part of the screen lets you save a configuration and upload a saved configuration The model name FW version IP number and settings appear on the lower left side of the main page BG tome ve ss 583 conte Switching Figure 15 The Switching Page Figure 16 explains the icons used to switch inputs and outputs lt s q wo 3 Using the Embedded Web Pages Edit input details 7 Output p 8 PC2 A 1 HDMI1 HDB 800x600 60 KR E from input 8 Input resolution Switch audio T HOM Switch aud vid Switch video xo Input resolution Move to scaler page Move to EDID page Figure 16 Input and Output Icons You can also edit the input and output button by clicking the edit icon To edit an input button select that button and click the edit icon The input edit window appears Switching Output 1 HDMIN HDB E rominou 1 M Audio Follow Video xa 2 HDMI2 Input 2 E eis OQ HDMI2 No singal HDMIZ Volume Line Monitor 73 60 o VP 553 Using the Embedded Web Pages 1920x1200 60RB GH trom input 3 g Pc HDBT1 axe No singal HDBT2 Audio
40. istrator for the appropriate IP settings Obtain an IP address automatically 0 Use the following IP address IP address 192 168 1 2 Subnet mask 255 255 255 0 Default gateway E Obtain DNS server address automatically Use the following DNS server addresses Preferred DNS server Alternate DNS server E validate settings upon exit Figure 11 Internet Protocol Properties Window 7 Click OK 8 Click Close Connecting the Ethernet Port via a Network Hub or Switch You can connect the Ethernet port of the VP 553 to the Ethernet port on a network hub or using a straight through cable with RJ 45 connectors Control Configuration via the Ethernet Port To control several units via Ethernet connect the Master unit Device 1 via the Ethernet port to the Ethernet port of your PC Use the OSD menu to provide initial configuration of the settings see Section 6 2 1 VP 553 Controlling the VP 553 6 5 Controlling via the Infrared Remote Control Transmitter You can control the VP 553 from the infrared remote control transmitter BLANK MUTE FREEZE ot MA BLANK MUTE FREEZE our2 D gt D gt MENU HDMI3 HDBT 1 PC1 PC2 cv1 cv2 HDMI3 HDBT1 HDBT3 Figure 12 Infrared Remote Control Transmitter VP 553 Controlling the VP 553 POWER Keys Function Toggle the power save mode ON or OFF BLANK Toggle between a blank screen black screen and the display for both windows
41. ition of the picture V POSITION Set the vertical position of the picture WXGA XGA Set to WXGA or XGA 6 2 2 1 The AUDIO Parameters Parameter l Function SOURCE Select the audio source FOLLOW VIDEO HDMI1 HDMI2 HDMIS HDBT1 HDBT2 HDBT3 PC1 PC2 TP1 TP2 CV1 CV2 or MIC EMBEDDED AUDIO HDMI AUDIO IN Select the HDMI 1 HDMI 2 and HDMI 3 audio 1 2 and 3 sources behavior AUTOMATIC the embedded audio on the HDMI input is selected for an HDMI signal or the analog audio input is selected if the input is not HDMI for example for a DVI input signal EMBEDDED the embedded audio in the HDMI signal is selected ANALOG the analog audio input is selected HDMI AUDIO IN is enabled only when one of the HDMI inputs is selected OUTPUT VOLUME Set the output volume MUTE Set MUTE to ON or OFF DELAY Select the audio delay time OFF 10ms to 80ms in 10ms steps or AUTO MICROPHONE MIX Set mix ON to mix the microphone input with the selected audio input or set to OFF MIX LEVEL Adjust the mix level enabled when MICROPHONE MIX is set to ON VP 553 Controlling the VP 553 6 2 3 The OUTPUT 2 Menu Mode Function SOURCE Select the source HDMI 1 HDMI HDBT 1 HDBT1 HDMI 2 HDMI2 HDBT 2 HDBT2 HDMI 3 HDMI3 HDBT 3 HDBT3 PICTURE CONTRAST Set the contrast the range and default values vary according to the input signal BRIGHTNESS Set the brightness the range and default values vary according to the input signal COLOR
42. mode see the output 1 button in Figure 17 1 Click an output button The button changes color to purple 2 Click on the Input AFV icon B The Output shows the video input next to the video icon and Audio Follow Video next to its audio icon VP 553 Using the Embedded Web Pages To switch separate audio and video inputs to an output for example selecting the video from INPUT 3 and the PC2 audio signal from INPUT 8 see the output 2 button in Figure 17 1 Click an output button The button changes color to purple 2 Click the video icon on Input 3 The output 2 button displays from input 3 next to the video icon 3 Click the audio icon a on Input 8 The Output 2 button displays PC2 next to the audio icon 7 3 The Scaler Page The Scaler page lets you set the output 1 and output 2 picture and PC mode separately Figure 19 shows the Scaler page for output 1 which includes the picture setup and the PC mode setup Note that when the PC inputs are connected all the settings are available If TP is selected only the WXGA XGA is enabled otherwise PC mode is disabled o Figure 19 The Scaler Page Output 1 VP 553 Using the Embedded Web Pages When an analog input is connected the PC mode is enabled Scaler Output Output 2 Picture Figure 20 The Scaler Page Output 1 for an Analog Input shows the setup for output 2
43. nalog signals where skewing is not an issue In cases where there is skewing in analog TP systems our Unshielded Twisted Pair UTP skew free cable Kramer BC XTP may be advantageous and UTP cable might also be preferable for long range applications In any event when using UTP cable it is advisable to ensure that the cable is installed far away from electric cables motors and so on which are prone to create electrical interference Defining the VP 553 Presentation Switcher Scaler MPIAIBAC E HDMI INPUTS HDBT Inputs lf PC Inputs q p TP inputs a Da Inputs a Bux MUTE FREEZE sOOo0o0o0o0o0o0o00o00 Em 000000 gt OOD o USB1 USB2 USB3 USB4 Ourt Our2 Presentation Switcher Sceler VP 553 Figure 1 VP 553 Presentation Switcher Scaler Front Panel IR Receiver Receives signals from the remote control transmitter 1 2 OSD OUT LEDs Red LEDS indicate whether the OSD is displayed on OUT 1 and or OUT 2 3 TO USB OUT Press a button to switch a USB input to the output from USB 1 to USB 4 5 TO OUT 2 Press a button to switch an input to the OUT 2 output HDMI inputs from 1 to 3 and HDBT inputs from 1 to 3 ees E TOOuT1 Press a button to switch an input to the OUT 1 output HDMI inputs from 1 to 3 HDBT inputs from 1 to 3 PC inputs from 1 to 2 TP oo inputs from 1 to 2 and CV inputs from 1 to 2 BLANK Buttons Press to toggle between a blank screen and the display on OUT 1 and OUT 2 s
44. nction SOURCE Select the source Appears as Source input Twisted pair 1 cv2 HDBT 1 Twisted pair 2 HDBT 2 PICTURE CONTRAST Set the contrast the range and default values vary according to the input signal BRIGHTNESS Set the brightness the range and default values vary according to the input signal COLOR set the red R green G and blue B shades and offsets HUE Set the color hue SATURATION Set the color saturation SHARPNESS Set the sharpness of the picture NR Select the noise reduction OFF LOW MIDDLE and HIGH SIZE Select the size of the display FULL OVER SCAN UNDER1 UNDER2 LETTER BOX PAN SCAN BEST FIT default FULL UNDER refers to an underscan of 6 UNDER refers to an underscan of 9 RESOLUTION Select the output resolution from the menu default NATIVE Output resolution Appears as Output resolution Appears as 1600x1200 640x480 640x480 60 1920x1080 800x600 800x600 60 1920x1200 1024x768 1024x768 60 480p 60Hz 1280x768 1280x768 60 720p 60Hz 1360x768 1360x768 60 10801 60Hz 1280x720 1280x720 60 1080p 60Hz 1280x800 1280x800 60 576p 50Hz 1280x1024 1280x1024 60 720p 50Hz 1440x900 1440x900 60 10801 50Hz 1400x1050 1400x1050 60 1080p 50Hz 1680x1050 1680x1050 60 Do NATIVE Select NATIVE to select the output resolution from the EDID of the connected HDMI monitor HDCP INPUT HDCP select the HDCP option for the HDMI input either ON the default or OFF Setting HDCP s
45. nfrared Remote Control Transmitter 7 Using the Embedded Web Pages 74 Browsing the VP 553 Web Pages 7 2 The Switching Page 7 3 The Scaler Page 7 4 The Device Settings Page 7 5 The USB Routing Page 7 6 The Audio Settings Page 7 7 The EDID Page 7 8 The Authentication Page 7 9 The About Page 8 Technical Specifications 8 1 Default Communication Parameters 8 2 Input Resolutions 9 The VP 553 RS 232 Communication Protocol 9 1 Kramer Protocol 3000 Syntax 9 2 Kramer Protocol 3000 Command List 9 3 Kramer Protocol 3000 Detailed Commands Figures Figure 1 VP 553 Presentation Switcher Scaler Front Panel Figure 2 VP 553 Presentation Switcher Scaler Rear Panel Figure 3 Connecting the VP 553 Presentation Switcher Scaler Figure 4 Balanced Stereo Audio Connection Figure 5 Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output Connection Figure 6 Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input Connection Figure 7 HDBT IR transmission Example Figure 8 Local Area Connection Properties Window Figure 9 Internet Protocol Version 4 Properties Window Cont SDO BB WHWONDND a 10 Figure 10 Figure 11 Figure 12 Figure 13 Figure 14 Figure 15 Figure 16 Figure 17 Figure 18 Figure 19 Figure 20 Figure 21 Figure 22 Figure 23 Figure 24 Figure 25 Figure 26 Figure 27 Figure 28 Figure 29 Figure 30 Figure 31 Figure 32 Figure 33 Figure 34 Figure 35 Figure 36 Figure 37 Internet Protocol Version 6 Properties Window Internet Protoc
46. o pass only to the HDMI outputs e Video inputs three HDMI connectors two VGA on 15 pin HD connectors each with unbalanced stereo audio on 3 5mm connectors two composite video on RCA connectors with unbalanced stereo audio on RCA connectors three HDBaseT on RJ 45 connectors and two analog TP on RJ 45 connectors Two scaled HDMI outputs OUT 1 also outputs HDBaseT Output resolutions HDTV and computer graphics and 1080p UXGA with selectable refresh rates A 4x1 USB switcher that can be set to follow the switching of the video layer or can be used as an independent switcher OSD On Screen Display for easy setup and adjustment accessible via the IR remote control and via the front panel buttons Audio DSP powerful digital audio signal processing Input and output audio level adjustment Selectable microphone talkover or mix modes Automatic audio detection and selection of the HDMI input source the default selection is HDMI If not present the unit uses the audio from the analog input Manual audio selection is also available Audio inputs three analog HDMI audio and two analog PC audio on 3 5mm mini jacks two stereo CV audio on RCA connectors each with individual level controls A microphone input dynamic or condenser with 48V phantom voltage Audio outputs two balanced stereo audio on terminal blocks Multiple aspect ratio selections full over scan under scan letter box pan scan and best fit Built in ProcAmp
47. oO S O amarro S O ascinpcauto TT PasctRAUDIODELAY Pascu auDioeLay ow o TT aw id o oo S Gsowoo iP iC Gsowos Si meen i Y mesna i S aorsw sratus O O SS o E 9 3 Kramer Protocol 3000 Detailed Commands This section describes the detailed commands list see Section 9 3 3 as well as the Port number key see Section 9 3 1 and the video resolutions key see Section 32 9 3 1 Port Number Key Video Output Mom jo Mer 1 USB Host user jo ms 1 Audio Output meou oo Monior OUT ot 32 Communication Protocol 9 3 2 The Resolutions key Resolution fo Nave es 1920x1080 N A N A N A N A VP 553 The VP 553 RS 232 Communication Protocol 9 3 3 The Commands Command Name Permission Transparency Be Jp toc ds coe Jr ET E Syntax EE S Get command list or help for specific 2 options command 1 4HELP 2 HELP sr command_name Response 1 Multi line nn Device available protocol 3000 commands command se command To get help for command use HELP COMMAND NAME jc 1r 2 Multi line pn HELP se command ce te description ce ur USAGE usage Command BUILD DATE Command Type System mandatory Command Name Permission Transparency ee fe Description Read device build date UDINE C DR
48. ol Properties Window Infrared Remote Control Transmitter The Loading Page Enter Username and Password The Switching Page Input and Output Icons Edit Input Buttons Edit Output Buttons The Scaler Page Output 1 The Scaler Page Output 1 for an Analog Input The Scaler Page Output 2 The Device Settings Page The Device Settings Page Static IP Confirmation The Device Settings Page Uploading the New Firmware File The Device Settings Page New Firmware Updated The USB Routing Page The USB Tied to a Selected Input The Audio Settings Page Inputs The Audio Settings Page Output 1 The Audio Settings Page Output 2 The Audio Settings Page Monitor The EDID Page The EDID Page Copying the Native Timing The EDID Page Copying the Default The EDID Page The Copy EDID Results The Authentication Page The About Page 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 video audio presentation and broadcasting professionals 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 GROUP 1 Distribution Amplifiers GROUP 2 Switchers and Routers GROUP 3 Control Systems GROUP 4 Format Standards Converte
49. on an HDMI connector Both can take from the six digital inputs three HDBaseT and three HDMI signals while the first also includes analog inputs for two computer graphics signals two composite video and two analog TP inputs Analog digital and embedded audio are supported and the unit also includes a microphone input and rich DSP features The VP 553 features e Pix Perfect scaling technology Kramer s precision pixel mapping and high quality scaling technology High quality 3 2 and 2 2 pull down de interlacing and full up and down scaling of video input signals e System Range for the HDBT inputs and outputs Up to 70m 230ft For optimum range and performance using HDBaseT use Kramer s i BC HDKat6a cable Note that the transmission range depends on the signal resolution source and display used The distance using non Kramer CAT 6 cable may not reach these ranges e System Range for the TP inputs and outputs over 250m more than 820ft For optimum range and performance using TP use Kramer s BC STP cable where skewing is not an issue or the Kramer BC XTP Unshielded Twisted Pair UTP skew free cable Note that the transmission range depends on the signal resolution source and display used The distance using non Kramer CAT 6 cable may not reach these ranges e HDTV compatibility e HDCP compliance the HDCP High Definition Content Protection license agreement allows copy protected data on the HDMI input t
50. on output 1 output 2 or none MO9IM9AO ESS dA AUDIO INPUTS eme Ens Sooo dee oe ee RE N we os Se o amp amp amp P ma BHO CLL 69 ssh Sra HOBT in 1 HOBT In 2 HDBTIN3 HDMI in 1 HOMI in 3 HOBT OUT 1 HDMI Figure 2 VP 553 Presentation Switcher Scaler Rear Panel Feature Function 17 VIDEO INPUT RJ 45 Connect to a TP transmitter for example the TP 121xI from 1 to 2 Connectors LEVEL Trimmer Use to adjust the input signal level EQ Trimmer Use to adjust the cable compensation equalization level Connect to an HDBT Transmitter for example the Kramer TP 580Txr to pass audio and video signals as well as serial commands from 1 to 3 Em 24 AUDIO INPUT HDMI 3 5mm Mini Connect to the analog audio HDMI source from 1 to 3 Connectors Jack LINEIMIC Selector CONDIDYN Selector MONO STEREO PC 3 5mm Mini Connect to the analog audio computer graphics source from 1 to 2 Jack Connect to the L and R analog audio composite video source from 1 to 2 Feature Function AUDIO MONITOR OUT Connect to a stereo analog audio acceptor for example active speakers or an audio power amplifier OUTPUT Terminal Block LINE OUT Connect to a stereo analog audio acceptor for example active speakers or an audio power amplifier Connectors REM Terminal Block Connector Remote switch to mute the analog and embedded audio signal POWER Switch Switch for turning the unit ON o
51. onnected to a splitter switcher When FOLLOW OUTPUT is selected the scaler matches its HDCP output to the HDCP setting of the HDMI acceptor to which it is connected AUTOSYNC Turn the auto sync ON OFF When ON this de activates the output after a few OFF minutes if no input is present This is useful for example when the output is connected to a projector and the projector will automatically shut down when it has no input AUDIO Adjust audio parameters see Section 6 2 3 1 AUDIO EQ Set the audio EQ values in 0 5dB steps for BELOW 120Hz CENTER 200Hz P 553 Controlling the VP 553 Mode Function CENTER 500Hz CENTER 1200Hz CENTER 3000Hz CENTER 7500Hz and ABOVE 12000Hz 6 2 3 1 The AUDIO Parameters Parameter l Function SOURCE Select the audio source FOLLOW VIDEO HDMI1 HDMI2 HDMIS eae S HDBT1 HDBT2 HDBT3 PC1 PC2 TP1 TP2 CV1 CV2 or MIC EMBEDDED AUDIO HDMI AUDIO IN Select the HDMI 1 HDMI 2 and HDMI 3 audio 1 2 and 3 sources behavior AUTOMATIC the embedded audio on the HDMI input is selected for an HDMI signal or the analog audio input is selected if the input is not HDMI for example for a DVI input signal EMBEDDED the embedded audio in the HDMI signal is selected ANALOG the analog audio input is selected HDMI AUDIO IN is enabled only when one of the HDMI inputs is selected OUTPUT VOLUME Set the output volume MUTE Set MUTE to ON or OFF DELAY Select the audio delay time OFF
52. ons USB 1 USB 2 USB 3 or USB 4 in the example in Figure 26 USB 1 is selected The selected button is routed to the USB client The USB Routing page also lets you tie any of the USB ports to any of the switcher scaler inputs that are routed to output 1 To do so click the Tie To Input button and then assign the USB 1 to 4 ports each to one of the inputs In the example in Figure 27 if the Tie To INPUT button was selected USB 1 is tied to HDMI 1 USB 2 is tied to HDMI 2 and so on VP 553 Using the Embedded Web Pages 7 6 USB Routing Output Tie To Input E F t Figure 27 The USB Tied to a Selected Input The Audio Settings Page The audio settings page lets you define the audio parameters for the inputs outputs 1 and 2 and the audio out Monitor and Line out The main page lets you switch and set the selected audio signal to the two outputs and the independent audio output The rear panel DIP switch settings see Figure 2 Auxiliary Settings Stereo Mono and Microphone are displayed Note that the DIP switch settings cannot be changed via the Web pages only physically on the rear panel The Input tab see Figure 28 lets you set the volume individually for each input including the analog and embedded audio HDMI signals VP 553 Using the Embedded Web Pages Audio out settings Quick audio switching Figure 28 The Audio Settings Page Inputs Figure 29 shows the output 1 equalizer settings
53. ove Connecting Ethernet to devices with DHCP may take more time in some networks To connect with a randomly assigned IP by DHCP specify the device DNS name if available using the command NAME You can also get an assigned IP by direct connection to USB or RS 232 protocol port if available For proper settings consult your network administrator Command ROUTE Command Type Command Name Permission Transparency ROUTE peruse ooo ROUTE Ene DD Description Syntax Set layer routing ROUTE se P1 P2 P3 c Get layer routing ROUTE se P1 P2 cx Response nnko ROUTE P1 P2 P3 CR LF Parameters P1 Layer number 1 Video 2 Audio 3 USB 12 Video Audio 13 Video USB 123 Video Audio USB P2 Route to 0 1 2 are valid according to the selected layer according to P1 0 Audio Out 1 Scaler1 2 Scaler2 P3 Route from valid values are in accordance to the selected layer and Route to selected according to P1 and P2 video inputs 0 11 Audio inputs 0 12 USB hosts 0 3 see Section 9 3 1 Notes This command replaces all other routing commands Command SIGNAL Command Type System Command Name Permission Transparency Go SIGNAL Description Syntax selo oo Get input signal lock status SIGNALY selP1 cx Response InnI SIGNAL se P1 P2 Parameters P1 Input number 0 H
54. r OFF VIDEO OUT 1 HDMI Connect to an HDMI acceptor OUTPUT HDBT RJ 45 Connect to an HDBT Receiver for example the Kramer TP 580Rxr Connectors 33 OUT 2 Connect to an HDMI acceptor ETHERNET Connector Connects to the PC or other Serial Controller through computer networking 35 RS 232 DATA 9 pin D sub Port Connect to the PC or the remote controller and pass data between this RS 232 port and the HDBT OUT port or one of the HDBT IN ports RS 232 CONTROL 9 pin D sub Port Connect to the PC or the remote controller Power Connector with Fuse AC connector enabling power supply to the unit 4 Installing in a Rack This section provides instructions for rack mounting the unit Before installing in a rack be sure that the environment is within the recommended range OPERATING TEMPERATURE 0 to 40 C 32 to 104 F STORAGE TEMPERATURE 40 to 70 C 40 to 158 F HUMIDITY 10 to 90 RHL non condensing T CAUTION When installing on a 19 rack avoid hazards by taking care that 1 Itis located within the recommended environmental conditions as the operating ambient temperature of a closed or multi unit rack assembly may exceed the room ambient temperature 2 Once rack mounted enough air will still flow around the machine 3 The machine is placed straight in the correct horizontal position 4 You do not overload the circuit s When connecting the machine to the supply circuit overloading the circuit
55. r Protocol 3000 e Kramer Protocol 3000 syntax see Section 9 1 e Kramer Protocol 3000 command list see Section 9 2 e Kramer Protocol 3000 detailed commands See Section 9 3 Kramer Protocol 3000 Syntax Protocol 3000 communicates at a data rate of 115200 baud no parity 8 data bits and 1 stop bit Host Message Format Start Address optional Body Delimiter Destination_id Message CRI Simple Command Command string with only one command without addressing Start Body Delimiter Command SP Parameter_1 Parameter_2 CR Command String Formal syntax with commands concatenation and addressing Start Address Body Delimiter Destination_id Command 1 Parameter1 1 Parameter 2 CRI Command 2 Parameter2_1 Parameter2_2 Command 3 Parameter3 1 Parameter3 2 Device Message Format Start Address optional Body delimiter Sender_id Message ICR ILF Device Long Response Echoing command Start Address optional Body Delimiter Sender_id Command SP Param1 Param2 result CRIILF CR Carriage return ASCII 13 0x0D LF Line feed ASCII 10 0x0A ISP Space ASCII 32 0x20 2 Communication Protoco Command Terms Command A sequence of ASCII letters A Z a z and Command and parameters must be separated by at least one space Parameters A sequence
56. rk and Sharing Center 2 Click Change Adapter Settings 3 Highlight the network adapter you want to use to connect to the device and click Change settings of this connection The Local Area Connection Properties window for the selected network adapter appears as shown in Figure 8 Connect using a Intel R 82579V Gigabit Network Connection This connection uses the following items D Client for Microsoft Networks EE Microsoft Network Monitor 3 Driver EB QoS Packet Scheduler E File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks E Intemet Protocol Version 6 TCP IPv6 Intemet Protocol Version 4 TCP IPv4 Link Layer Topology Discovery Mapper 1 0 Driver Link Layer Topology Discovery Responder Install Uninstall Properties Description TCP IP version 6 The latest version of the intemet protocol that provides communication across diverse interconnected networks Figure 8 Local Area Connection Properties Window 4 Highlight either Internet Protocol Version 6 TCP IPv6 or Internet Protocol Version 4 TCP IPv4 depending on the requirements of your IT system 5 Click Properties The Internet Protocol Properties window relevant to your IT system appears as shown in Figure 9 or Figure 10 VP 553 Controlling the VP 553 General Alternate Configuration You can get IP settings assigned automatically
57. rs 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 and GROUP 11 Sierra Video Products Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VP 553 Presentation Switcher Scaler This product which incorporates HDMI technology is ideal for e Projection systems in conference rooms boardrooms hotels and churches e Video conferencing setups 2 2 1 Getting Started We recommend that you e Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment e Review the contents of this user manual Go to http www kramerelectronics com support product_downloads asp to check for up to date user manuals application programs and to check if firmware upgrades are available where appropriate Achieving the Best Performance To achieve the best performance e Use only good quality connection cables we recommend Kramer high performance high resolution cables to avoid interference deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching and elevated noise levels often associated with low quality cables e Do not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils e Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality e Position your Kramer VP 553 away from
58. s might have a detrimental effect on overcurrent protection and supply wiring Refer to the appropriate nameplate ratings for information For example for fuse replacement see the value printed on the product label 5 The machine is earthed grounded in a reliable way and is connected only to an electricity socket with grounding Pay particular attention to situations where electricity is supplied indirectly when the power cord is not plugged directly into the socket in the wall for example when using an extension cable or a power strip and that you use only the power cord that is supplied with the machine To rack mount a machine 1 Attach both ear brackets to the machine To do so remove the screws from each side of the machine 5 on each side and replace those screws through the ear brackets 2 Place the ears of the machine against the rack rails and insert the proper screws not provided through each of the four holes in the rack ears Note In some models the front panel may feature built in rack ears Detachable rack ears can be removed for desktop use Always mount the machine in the rack before you attach any cables or connect the machine to the power If you are using a Kramer rack adapter kit for a machine that is not 19 see the Rack Adapters user manual for installation instructions available from our Web site VP 553 Installing in a Rack 5 Connecting the VP 553
59. s set any other external control device button press device menu and similar or genlock status was changed Command Equalization Level Command Type Audio Command Name Permission Transparency Description Syntax Set the equalization level EQ LvL P1 P2P3 a Get the equalization level EQ LVL P1 P2 Response Set Get EQ LVL s P1 P2 P3 Parameters P1 Audio output number 0 Audio out 1 Scaler 1 2 Scaler2 P2 frequency number 0 120 1 200 3 500 4 1200 5 3000 6 7500 8 12000 P3 Level 0 10dB 20 0dB 40 10dB Response triggers Response is sent to the com port from which the Set before execution Get command was received After execution response is sent to all com ports if CMD NAME was set any other external control device button press device menu and similar or genlock status was changed Notes Sets the EQ level for the selected frequency of the selected audio output Command Show the OSD Command Type Video Command Name Permission Transparency EM fshowoso feuse CT SHOW 08D Description Syntax Set the OSD display sHow osp 3 Get the OSD display SHOW osD Response Set Get SHOW OSD se P1 Parameters P1 Scaler number 0 Both Off 1 1 On 2 2 On 99 Both On Response Triggers Response is sent to the com port from which the Set before execution Get command was received After execution response is sent to all com ports if CMD NAME w
60. s to repair the product If itis decided that this product should be returned directly to Kramer Electronics this product should be properly packed preferably in the original carton for shipping Cartons not bearing a return authorization number will be refused Limitation on Liability THE MAXIMUM LIABILITY OF KRAMER ELECTRONICS UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE ACTUAL PURCHASE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW KRAMER ELECTRONICS IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR DIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY OR CONDITION OR UNDER ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY Some countries districts or states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of relief special incidental consequential or indirect damages or the limitation of liability to specified amounts so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you Exclusive Remedy TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW THIS LIMITED WARRANTY AND THE REMEDIES SET FORTH ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES REMEDIES AND CONDITIONS WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW KRAMER ELECTRONICS SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IF KRAMER ELECTRONICS CANNOT LAWFULLY DISCLAIM OR EXCLUDE IMPLIED WARRANTIES UNDER APPLICABLE LAW THEN ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES C
61. t Communication Parameters RS 232 Baud Rate Data Bits Stop Bits Command Format Example Route the video from the HDMI3 input to the HDMI1 ROUTE 1 1 2 lt cr gt output port Ethernet To reset the IP settings to the factory reset values go to Menu gt Factory gt RESET gt Change the option to YES and press Enter IP Address 192 168 1 39 Subnet mask 255 255 255 0 Default gateway 192 168 1 254 TCP Port Not supported Default UDP Port 50000 Maximum UDP Ports Full Factory Reset OSD Go to Menu gt Factory gt RESET gt Change the option to YES and press Enter U 3 Ss VP 553 Technical Specifications 8 2 Input Resolutions Resolution Refresh Rate CV PC HDMI No Pres 640x480 60 72 75Hz 800x600 56 60 72 75Hz Yes Yes 024x768 60 70 75Hz Yes 640x480 60 72 75Hz 1 Yes Yes 1 1 Yes 1 1 No No U No U No U No U No U No U No yes Yes 1280x1024 s0 75Hz No Yes_ Yes 1360x768 60Hz no Yes Yes 1400x1050 60Hz no Yes Yes 1440x900 60Hz No No No No U No U No U No U No U No U No U No U 1 1 Yes 1 1 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes D an VP 553 Technical Specifications 9 9 1 9 1 1 The VP 553 RS 232 Communication Protocol The VP 553 can be operated using serial commands from a PC remote controller or touch screen The unit communicates using the default Krame
62. to HDBT2 HDBTS3 IR OUT set to HDBT1 HDBT2 or HDBT OUT to set the IR route from to HDBT1 HDBT2 or HDBT OUT to HDBT3 HDBT OUT IR OUT set to HDBT1 HDBT2 or HDBT3 to set the IR route from to HDBT1 HDBT2 or HDBT3 to HDBT OUT DATA UART OUT HDBT1 HDBT2 HDBT3 or HDBT OUT For example set HDBT1 IR OUT to HDBT2 to control via IR the peripheral device that is connected to the device connected to HDBT 1 via the device P 553 Controlling the VP 553 Function Displays the RESOLUTION INPUT1 OUTPUT1 INPUT2 and OUTPUT2 HDCP INPUT OUTPUT1 HDBT INPUT2 and OUTPUT2 DIP SWITCH set MICHROPHONE PHANTOM POWER STEREO and MUTE CONTROL ON or OFF VERSION shows the firmware version Figure 7 shows the IR signal route when setting HDBT 1 IR OUT to HDBT 2 In this example an External IR Sensor is connected to the IR connector of the TP 580T connected to HDBT 2 and an IR Emitter is connected between the TP 580T connected to HDBT 1 and a DVD player The DVD remote control sends a command while pointing towards the External IR Sensor The IR signal passes through the TP cables the VP 553 and the IR Emitter to the DVD player which responds to the command sent HDBT IN 2 HDBT In 3 HDBT OUT 1 TP 5807 TP 580R External IR Sensor DVD Player IR Transmitter Figure 7 HDBT IR transmission Example IR Emitter DVD Player VP 553 Controlling the VP 553 EE 6 2 2 The OUTPUT 1 Menu Mode Fu
63. trolling the VP 553 Connecting to the VP 553 via RS 232 The VP 553 features two RS 232 ports e RS 232 DATA to pass data to and from the machines that are connected to the HDBT connectors e RS 232 CONTROL to control the VP 553 You can connect to the VP 553 via an RS 232 connection using for example a PC Note that a null modem adapter connection is not required To connect to the VP 553 via RS 232 Connect the RS 232 9 pin D sub rear panel port on the product 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 Operating via Ethernet You can connect to the VP 553 via Ethernet using either of the following methods e Directly to the PC using a crossover cable see Section 6 4 1 e Via a network hub switch or router using a straight through cable see Section 6 4 2 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 Connecting the Ethernet Port Directly to a PC You can connect the Ethernet port of the VP 553 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 VP 553 with the factory configured default IP address After connecting the VP 553 to the Ethernet port configure your PC as follows 1 Click Start gt Control Panel gt Netwo
64. upport to disabled OFF on the HDMI input allows the source to transmit a non HDCP signal if required for example when working with a Mac computer OUTPUT HDCP Select FOLLOW INPUT or FOLLOW OUTPUT to define whether the HDCP will follow the input or the output When FOLLOW INPUT is selected it changes its HDCP output setting for the HDMI output according to the HDCP of the input This option is recommended when the HDMI output is connected to a splitter switcher When FOLLOW OUTPUT is selected the scaler matches its HDCP output to the HDCP setting of the HDMI acceptor to which it is connected AUTOSYNC Turn the auto sync ON OFF When ON this de activates the output after a few P 553 Controlling the V gt a lt m Mode Function OFF minutes if no input is present This is useful for example when the output is connected to a projector and the projector will automatically shut down when it has no input AUDIO Adjust audio parameters see Section 6 2 2 1 AUDIO EQ Set the audio EQ values in 0 5dB steps for BELOW 120Hz CENTER 200Hz CENTER 500Hz CENTER 1200Hz CENTER 3000Hz CENTER 7500Hz and ABOVE 12000Hz PC AUTO SETUP When set to ON auto adjusts the image centers it correctly on the screen every time the input is switched to VGA or when the input resolution changes Alternatively you can auto adjust the image by pressing the ENTER button when not within the OSD menu H POSITION Set the horizontal pos

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