USER MANUAL - CAMBOARD Electronics
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1. Baud Rate DIP switch Baud Rate DIP switch 5 6 7 5 6 7 1200 OFF OFF OFF 19200 OFF OFF ON 2400 ON OFF OFF 38400 ON OFF ON 4800 OFF ON OFF 57600 OFF ON ON 9600 default ON ON OFF 115200 ON ON ON 6 4 Selecting Hardware Software Mode DIP switch 8 sets the operating mode to either Hardware or Software mode When the DIP switch is e OFF the unit is set to Hardware mode default e ON the unit is set to Software mode 7 anbosrdde Tel 07131 91120 1ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBQ AR D Electronics 6 5 Hardware Mode In Hardware mode the e RS 232 data is passed from any input to all outputs e VP 14xl routes the reply from the output port defined by the DIP switches 2 3 and 4 see Section 6 2 For reliable operation only one port should be defined 6 6 Software Mode In Software mode the VP 14xl routes the data and reply based on the Protocol 2000 commands received from the PC or other device connected to any of the inputs RS 232 RS 485 or USB see Section 8 Note Only one reply port can be opened at a time It is possible to open multiple direct ports but only one reply port can be open at a time This means that if port is currently open and you then open port2 the port 1 is automatically closed If you then open port again port 2 is automatically closed In this way it is possible to close all reply ports as well as all direct2. 1 Any product which is not distributed by us 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 Removalorinstallation of the product vi Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect vii Cartons equipment enclosures cables or accessories used in conjunction with the product WHAT WE WILL PAY FORAND WHAT WE WILLNOT PAY FOR We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items We will not pay for the following 1 Removalor installations 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 s
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4. 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 As an option you can purchase the Kramer VA 100P 5 10 Port Universal 5 Volt Power Supply enabling you to supply power to up to 10 Kramer devices that require 5V DC 3 Download up to date Kramer user manuals from http www kramerelectronics com 4 The complete list of Kramer cables is available from http www kramerelectronics com 1 wil ambarda Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics Step 1 Connect the input and the outputs see Section 5 Connect source s to the Inpuffs Connect oufpuffs to the controlled device s S 232 RS 232 RS 232 R Controllable Controllable Controllable Device Device Device RS 232 IN RS 485 IN USB IN EH el RS 232 Port Extender VP 14x J Set the RS 485 Set the unit to Software termination or Hardware mode Step 3 Connect the power adapter www camboard de Tel 07131 91120 1e 4infwra pcaniboeardde Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics 3 Overview The unique VP 14x1 RS 232 Port Extender distributes an incoming RS 232 RS 485 or USB command as tran
5. as a Protocol 2000 command The command is executed if relevant to this machine number or discarded if not NOTE 5 This command works only when the unit is configured for Software mode Table 10 Sample VP 14xl Control Commands Command Description Reply 2C 80 80 81 Close all output ports for direct command 6C 80 80 81 2C 80 CO 81 Close all output ports for reply command 6C 80 CO 81 2C 81 82 81 Open port 2 for direct command 6C 81 82 81 2C 81 C1 81 Open port 1 for reply command 6C 81 C1 81 2D 80 81 81 Check status of port 1 for direct command Port is closed 6D 80 81 81 2D 80 82 81 Check status of port 2 for direct command Port is open 6D 81 82 81 2D 80 C1 81 Check status of port 1 for reply command Port is open 6D 81 C1 81 2D 80 C2 81 Check status of port 2 for reply command Port is closed 6D 80 C2 81 wwW camboard de Tel 07131 91120 K mfo tantB ardte Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics LIMITED WARRANTY We warrant this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms HOWLONGIS 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 WHATIS COVERED AND WHATIS 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
6. T 0 open Output bit 2 3 4 5 00 05 output O6 0 Tx 1 Rx Note All values in the table are hexadecimal unless otherwise stated NOTES on Table 9 NOTE 1 When the PC sends this command if the instruction is valid the unit replies by sending the PC the same 4 bytes that it was sent except for the first byte where the Destination bit is set high NOTE 2 If 06 0 Tx This command defines reads the definition of the output 1 2 or3 to pass the RS 232 Direct command from any input In this case the instruction does not modify previously set output numbers allowing the setting of multiple outputs for the Direct command If 06 1 Rx the command defines reads the definition of the output 1 2 or 3 to pass the reply from the output to inputs In this case the instruction resets a previously set output number preventing the setting of multiple outputs for the reply NOTE 3 The reply to this command is as follows The same command and output codes as were sent are returned and the input is assigned the value of the parameter that was read The reply is per the definitions in command 44 NOTE 4 At initial power on or on reception of command 44 or 45 any received bytes are analyzed to see whether it is a command 44 or 45 If not it is transmitted to the output based on the existing setup If the analyzed bytes are a command 44 or 45 the unit waits for the other 3 bytes and interprets them
7. ations these bits are defined according to the table 3 BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 1 9 wl canboardde Tel 07131 91120 1ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb VOM ie of Hex ccGAMBOARD E ge ODISS 00 06 00 OUTPUT When switching ie instruction codes 1 and 2 the OUTPUT 7 bits is set as the output number which is to be switched Similarly if switching is done via the machine s front panel then these bits are set with the OUTPUT NUMBER which was switched For other operations these bits are defined according to the table 4 BYTE Bit 7 Definedas 1 Bit 5 Don t care OVR Machine number override M4 M0 MACHINE NUMBER Used to address machines in a system via their machine numbers When several machines are controlled from a single serial port they are usually configured together with each machine having an individual machine number If the OVR bit is set then all machine numbers will accept implement the command and the addressed machine will reply For a single machine controlled via the serial port always set M4 M0 1 and make sure that the machine itself is configured as MACHINE NUMBER 1 Table 9 Instruction Codes for the VP 14xl INSTRUCTION DEFINITION FOR SPECIFIC INSTRUCTION NOTE DESCRIPTION INPUT OUTPUT 2C CONTROLS THE STATUS OF A 0 close Output bit 1 2 4 5 PORT 1 open 00 05 output or 0 for all outputs 06 0 Tx 1 Rx 2D READS THE STATUS OF A POR
8. ce before connecting it to your VP 14xl After powering up your VP 14xl switch on the power to each device 5 wliflcamboard de Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBQARD Eleetiqnics 4 Set the Hardware Software DIP switch see Section 6 4 as follows In Hardware mode set the REPLY DIP switches to determine the unique reply output port see Section 6 2 In Software mode set the machine number see Section 6 2 5 Set the serial port baud rate see Section 6 3 Select the appropriate machine number see Section 6 2 7 Connect the 5V DC power adapter to the 5V DC socket and to the mains electricity D Note Changing any DIP switch requires that you either power cycle the VP 14xl or press the Reset button see Table 1 6 Setting the DIP switches on the VP 14xl Moving a DIP switch down turns the switch on moving it up turns the switch off ADDR BAUD OFF m As TERM S W Figure 3 VP 14xl DIP switches Table 2 VP 14xl DIP switch Functions DIP switch Function 1 RS 485 termination 2 3 4 In Hardware mode Sets the reply source In Software mode Sets the machine number 5 6 7 Sets the serial port baud rate 8 Sets Software Hardware mode 6 1 Setting the RS 485 Bus Termination DIP switch 1 sets the RS 485 bus termination Only the first and last physical device on the RS 485 bus must be terminated all other devices mu
9. erial port baud rate see Section 6 2 6 ONLED Lights green when the unit is powered on 7 TERM DIP switch 1 Sets the RS 485 bus termination see Section 6 1 8 SWDIP switch 8 Selects Software or Hardware mode see Section 6 4 9 1 9 pin D sub M Connect to destination or switcher 1 see Section 8 10 RS 232 2 Connectors Connect to destination or switcher 2 11 OUTPUTS 3 3 pin Removable Connect to destination or switcher 3 Connect TX to RX onthe Terminal Block destination RX to TX and G to Ground 12 RESET Button Press to initiate startup sequence 13 5V DC Connector Connect to the power adapter center pin positive www camboard de Tel 07131 91120 1e 4infra xcaniboeardde Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von come AMBQARD Flectron ics 5 Connecting the VP 14xI RS 232 Port Extender S is N PC with RS 485 port SDN BN i RS 232 RS 232 RS 232 N Controllable Controllable Controllable en Device Device Device gt Figure 2 Connecting the VP 14xl RS 232 Port Extender To connect your VP 14xl RS 232 Port Extender as the example in Figure 2 illustrates 1 Connect up to three computer sources to the input connectors for example 2 PCs and a laptop 2 Connect up to three units to be controlled to the output connectors for example Kramer switches 3 Ifyou are using the RS 485 input set the RS 485 termination see Section 6 1 1 Switch OFF the power on each devi
10. ervice 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 E 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 E Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine E Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components FCC and CE approved using STP cable for twisted pair products 1 wi Aicanboarda Tel 07131 91120 1ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von he Electronics amp KRAMER For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit 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 Ce
11. ervice 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 loss 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 s
12. im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics Kramer Electronics Ltd noo y USER MANUAL Model VP 14xl RS 232 Port Extender www camboard de Tel 07131 91120 1ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics Contents 1 Introduction 2 Getting Started 2 1 Quick Start 3 Overview 4 Defining the VP 14x1 RS 232 Port Extender 5 Connecting the VP 14x1 RS 232 Port Extender 6 Setting the DIP switches on the VP 14xl 6 1 Setting the RS 485 Bus Termination 6 2 Setting the ADDR DIP switches 6 3 Setting the BAUD DIP switches 6 4 Selecting Hardware Software Mode 6 5 Hardware Mode 6 6 Software Mode 7 Technical Specifications 8 Serial Port Pinouts 9 Table of Hex Codes for Serial Communication Protocol 2000 SSC FMF on a HN A wm Figures Figure 1 VP 14xl RS 232 Port Extender Front and Rear Panels 4 Figure 2 Connecting the VP 14xl RS 232 Port Extender Figure 3 VP 14x1 DIP switches 6 Nn Tables Table 1 VP 14xl RS 232 Port Extender Front and Rear Panel Features Table 2 VP 14xl DIP switch Functions Table 3 Hardware Mode Reply Source DIP switch Setting Table 4 Software Mode RS 485 Machine Number DIP switch Setting Table 5 Serial Port Baud Rate DIP switch Setting Table 6 Technical Specifications of the VP 14xl RS 232 Port Extender Table 7 9 Pin D sub Serial Port Pinouts Table 8 Protocol Command Definition Table 9 Instruction Codes for the VP 14xl Table 10 Sample VP 14x1 Con
13. ports 7 Technical Specifications Table 6 provides the technical specifications for the VP 14x1 RS 232 Port Extender Table 6 Technical Specifications of the VP 14x1 RS 232 Port Extender INPUT 1 RS 232 on 9 pin D sub F connector 1 RS 485 on 3 pin removable terminal block 1 USB Type B connector OUTPUTS 2 RS 232 on 9 pin D sub M connectors 1 RS 232 on 3 pin removable terminal block RS 232 COMPLIANCE 1200 to 115200 8 data bits 1 stop bit no parity OPERATING MODES Hardware and Software USB COMPLIANCE 1 1 CONTROLS DIP switches POWER SOURCE 5V DC 130mA OPERATING 0 to 55 C 32 to 131 F TEMPERATURE STORAGE 45 to 72 C 49 to 162 F TEMPERATURE HUMIDITY 10 to 90 RHL non condensing DIMENSIONS 12cm x 6 9cm x 2 4cm 4 7 x 2 7 x 0 96 W D H WEIGHT 0 3kg 0 7lbs approx ACCESSORIES 5V DC 2A Power supply mounting bracket OPTIONS RK 3T 19 rack adapter 1 Specifications are subject to change without notice www camboard de Tel 07131 91120 Tee info meanibearade Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMB erial QA RD Electronics 8 Serial Port Pinouts Table 7 describes the pinouts of the 9 pin D sub serial ports Table 7 9 Pin D sub Serial Port Pinouts Pin Function 2 Receive 3 Transmit 5 Ground Note Flow control signals are not supported 9 Table of Hex Codes for Se
14. rial Communication Protocol 2000 The RS 232 RS 485 Protocol 2000 uses four bytes of information as shown in Table 8 The data rate is set by the DIP switches see Table 5 with no parity 8 data bits and 1 stop bit Table 8 Protocol Command Definition MSB LSB DESTI INSTRUCTION NATION 0 D N5 N4 N3 N2 N1 NO 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 Ist byte INPUT 1 l6 15 14 13 12 11 10 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 2nd byte OUTPUT 1 06 05 04 03 02 01 o0 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 3rd byte MACHINE NUMBER 1 OVR x M4 M3 M2 M1 Mo 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 4th byte 1 BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 0 D DESTINATION 0 for sending information to the switchers from the PC 1 for sending to the PC from the switcher N5 N0 INSTRUCTION The function that is to be performed by the switcher s is defined by the INSTRUCTION 6 bits Similarly if a function is performed via the machine s keyboard then these bits are set with the INSTRUCTION NO which was performed The instruction codes are defined according to the table below INSTRUCTION NO is the value to be set for N5 NO 2 BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 1 16 10 INPUT When switching ie instruction codes 1 and 2 the INPUT 7 bits is set as the input number which is to be switched Similarly if switching is done via the machine s front panel then these bits are set with the INPUT NUMBER which was switched For other oper
15. smitted by a touch screen control system personal computer or other type of control system to up to three RS 232 ports This lets you control up to three compatible devices with only one serial port or RS 232 card The VP 14xl is specifically designed for use with Kramer switchers and routers but can be used with any other equipment which employs RS 232 In particular the VP 14xl features One RS 232 input port One RS 485 input port One USB input port Three RS 232 output ports Operation in either Hardware or Software mode DIP switches to determine the source ofthe reply command when the VP 14xl is in hardware mode e DIP switches to determine the machine number when operating in Software mode and there are multiple VP 14xl units on the RS 485 bus e DIP switches to determine the serial port baud rate see Section 6 3 In Hardware mode the e VP 14xI routes the reply from the output port defined by the DIP switches 2 3 and 4 see Section 6 2 e RS 232 data is passed from any input to all outputs In Software mode the VP 14xl routes the data and reply based on the Protocol 2000 commands received from the PC or other device connected to any of the inputs RS 232 RS 485 or USB see Section 8 To achieve the best performance we recommend e Connecting only good quality connection cables thus avoiding interference deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching and elevated noise levels often associated with low quali
16. st be un terminated When the DIP switch is e OFF the unit is un terminated default e ON the unit is terminated www camboard de Tel 07131 91120 esmenar e Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Eleptiqnics 6 2 Setting the ADDR DIP switches DIP switches 2 3 and 4 set either the reply source in Hardware mode Table 3 or machine number in Software mode Table 4 Table 3 Hardware Mode Reply Source DIP switch Setting Reply Source DIP switch 2 3 4 Reply is taken from output 1 default ON OFF OFF Reply is taken from output 2 OFF ON OFF Reply is taken from output 3 OFF OFF ON Note When there is more than one VP 14xl attached to the RS 485 bus only one unit can have a reply source set all other units must have DIP switches 2 3 and 4 set to OFF Table 4 Software Mode RS 485 Machine Number DIP switch Setting Machine Number DIP switch Machine Number DIP switch 2 31 4 2 3 4 1 OFF OFF OFF 5 OFF OFF ON 2 ON OFF OFF 6 ON OFF ON 3 OFF ON OFF 7 OFF ON ON 4 ON ON OFF 8 ON ON ON When there is more than one VP 14xl attached to the RS 485 bus each unit must have a unique machine number 6 3 Setting the BAUD DIP switches DIP switches 5 6 and 7 set the serial port baud rate in both Hardware and Software modes Table 5 Serial Port Baud Rate DIP switch Setting
17. trol Commands SCO UOUOMANNAYINA FS mo mbade Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics ction 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 n 1 now appear in 11 groups that are clearly defined by function Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer Tools VP 14xl RS 232 Port Extender This product is ideal for e Converting USB and RS 485 interfaces to RS 232 interfaces e Monitoring several RS 232 controlled machines via one PC port e Inter communication between several serially controlled machines The package includes the following items e VP 14x1 RS 232 Port Extender e Mounting bracket e Power adapter 5V DC output e This user manual 2 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 e Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables 2 1 Quick Start This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps 1 GROUP 1 Distribution
18. ty cables e Avoiding interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality and positioning your VP 14xl in a location free from moisture and away from excessive sunlight and dust Caution No operator serviceable parts inside the unit Warning Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall adapter that is provided with the unit Warning Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall before installing wl j wwW camboard de Tel 07131 911201ce info camboard de Fax 07131 911203 im Vertrieb von ni MB QAR Blagtrgnics 4 Defining the VP 14xl RS 232 Port Extender Figure 1 and Table 1 define the front and rear panels of the VP 14xl a Te RS 232 IN RS 485 IN USB IN ADDR Bau GBA RS 232 Port Extender Figure 1 VP 14xl RS 232 Port Extender Front and Rear Panels Table 1 VP 14xl RS 232 Port Extender Front and Rear Panel Features Feature Function 1 RS 232 IN 9 pin D sub F Connector Connect to source computer 1 2 RS 485 IN 3 pin Removable Terminal Connect to source computer 2 Connect G to the Ground Block connection A to the A connection and B to the B connection 3 USB IN Connector Connect to source computer 3 4 ADDR DIP switches 2 3 and 4 Hardware mode Determines the reply source Software mode Determines the machine number see Section 6 2 5 BAUD DIP switches 5 6 and 7 Determines the s
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