USER MANUAL - Kramer Electronics
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1. the genlock input status and the reference lock status To display a status e Press MENU to enter the menu mode e Press YW or A until the status of the desired SDI channel SDI genlock input or reference lock is displayed Setting LCD Brightness This setting adjusts the brightness of the LCD display To set LCD brightness e Press MENU to enter the menu mode e Press Y or A until LCD active operating brightness is displayed e Press lt or gt to change the settings from 0 to 100 95 default Note This assignment affects all 16 setups presets after ENTER is pressed The setting is saved with auto power down 7 11 Setting the Sleep Mode This setting adjusts the sleep mode brightness of the LCD display To set the sleep mode brightness of the LCD e Press MENU to enter the menu mode e Press Y or A until LCD sleep mode brightness is displayed e Press lt or gt to change the settings from 0 to 100 50 default Note This assignment affects all 16 setups presets after ENTER is pressed The setting is saved with auto power down 8 Technical Specifications INPUTS 4 SDI HD SDI 1 SDI HD SDI genlock digital signal 75Q on BNC connectors OUTPUTS 4 SDI HD SDI 1 genlock 750 on BNC connectors 1 VGA UXGA port on a 15 pin HD connector YUV RGB selectable stereo audio on 2 RCA connectors 7 front panel buttons RS 232 LCD display 5 input and genlock LEDs 220V AC 27VA CONTROLS INDICATORS POWER SOURCE O2. the embedded audio channels e A two line 20 character per line LCD display that shows the status of machine while in the main mode of operation e Seven front panel buttons that control operation of the machine e Five LEDs that indicate input signal loss or genlock loss e One RS 232 port for controlling the SP 4D from a serial remote control device or a PC 3 1 Defining the SP 4D 4 Channel HD SDI Synchronizer This section defines the SP 4D Feature Function 1 _ Display Panel 2 ine 40 character LCD display S O llluminates when a valid Input 1 is connected IN 2 LED MENU Button 1 Opens the top level MENU from the MAIN mode of operation 2 Closes the top level MENU and returns to the MAIN mode of operation 3 Closes a SUBMENU and returns to the top level MENU ENTER Button 1 Fixes a new value of the adjusted parameter but doesn t save it 2 Opens a SUBMENU from the top level MENU item 3 Accelerates the repeat function by 16x when this button is pressed together with LEFT or RIGHT buttons 19 lt Left Arrow Button Selects the previous value of a selected parameter with repeat function Selects the next value of selected parameter with repeat function S U a I CHANNEL 1 CHANNEL 2 Cranner 3 CHANNEL 4 our N2 OuT4 ouT2 N3 OUT3 IN4 AN AN A ey Key ey OY SZ SZ YUV RGB Figure 2 SP 4D 4 Channel HD SDI Synchronizer Rear Feature Function 14 GENLOCK IN BNC Connector Connects t
3. 2 3 PARAMETER REPLY TO WRITE TWO BYTE LOCAL PARAMETER REPLY TO READ GLOBAL ONE BYTE LOCAL PARAMETER WRITE GLOBAL ONE BYTE LOCAL PARAMETER REPLY TO WRITE GLOBAL ONE BYTE LOCAL PARAMETER SAVE 23 80 Parameter 0 Parameter i LE 1 2 Number 0 Parameter Number 80 Parameter E1 2 Number and Note 1 3 inati IDENTIFY MACHINE eo IDENTIFY FIRMWARE VERS 83 TABLE 1 Global Parameters for Supported Commands Values in hexadecimal Parameter Number PEIGI Comments Panel Lock 0 Off default 1 On No_Signal_Color 0 No_Color_Insert default 1 Black screen 2 Blue screen PC Addr 0 1 corresponds to 0x18 and 0x19 Read only Setup Number 0 F 0 corresponds to setup 1 F to setup 16 Eoo o o oyoo The next addresses allow request and read of the machine status read only 40 51 READ GLOBAL ONE BYTE LOCAL 20 0 Parameter 98 Machine Addr See TABLE 1 2 PARAMETER Number and Note 1 3D D SP 4D Kramer Protocol 2000 TABLE 1 Global Parameters for Supported Commands Values in hexadecimal Parameter Data Comments 0 15 Status of standard 0 720p 60 autoidentification read 1 720p 59 only 2 720p 50 The ee ee arameter lorcet 3 10901 60 Standard 4 1080i 59 5 1080i 50 6 1080p 30 7 1080p 29 8 1080p 25 9 1080p 24 A 1080p 23 B 1080sf 30 C 1080sf 29 D 1080sf 25 E 1080sf 24 F 1080sf 23 1
4. Limited Warranty If this product is returned to Kramer Electronics or the authorized dealer from which it was purchased or any 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 f
5. To permanently save the change perform SAVE SETTING AS A SETUP NUMBER as shown in this procedure To save a setup Press MENU to enter the menu mode Press or A until SAVE SETTING AS SETUP NUMBER is displayed Press lt or gt to reach the setup number desired from 1 to 16 If the present setup is different from the saved setup SETUP NUMBER appears with a colon Press ENTER to save the setup the colon disappears Press MENU to return to the normal operating mode 7 3 Using the Factory Reset Use Factory Reset to return any individual setup to its original factory setting To perform a factory reset Press MENU to enter the menu mode Press V or A until SETUP 1 FACTORY RESET is displayed Js he SP 4D Menus e Press lt or gt to reach the setup number desired from 1 to 16 e Press ENTER to reset the setup e Save the new setup using the procedure Saving Setups in Section 7 2 e Press MENU to return to the normal operating mode 7 4 Setting the Video Signal Use this menu to choose between forced or auto standard identification for input and output signals also to select and turn ON embedded video test signals for each channel separately To set the video signal e Press MENU to enter the menu mode e Press Y or A until SET1 VIDEO SIGNAL enter submenu is displayed e Press ENTER go into the submenu e Press Y and A to navigate through the submenus 7 4 1 Setting a Standard from the Video Signal Menu To set a f
6. in the product will not become obsolete or that such items are or will remain compatible with any other product or technology 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 return 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
7. signed High Byte of Channel 1 HB Floor H 256 i e Greatest signed integer less or Horizontal Timing H equal to H 256 where H 1400 to 1400 14ns step HDTV 18ns step EDTV 37ns step SDTV H 0 default Low Byte of Channel 2 LB H 256 i e Remainder on dividing H by 256 Horizontal Timing H signed High Byte of Channel 2 HB Floor H 256 i e Greatest signed integer less or Horizontal Timing H equal to H 256 where H 1400 to 1400 14ns step HDTV 18ns step EDTV 37ns step SDTV H 0 default Low Byte of Channel 3 LB h 256 i e Remainder on dividing H by 256 Horizontal Timing H signed High Byte of Channel 3 HB Floor H 256 i e Greatest signed integer less or Horizontal Timing H equal to H 256 where H 1400 to 1400 14ns step HDTV 18ns step EDTV 37ns step SDTV H 0 default Low Byte of Channel 4 52 LB h 256 i e Remainder on dividing H by 256 Horizontal Timing H signed High Byte of Channel 4 HB Floor H 256 i e Greatest signed integer less or Horizontal Timing H equal to H 256 where H 1400 to 1400 14ns step HDTV 18ns step EDTV 37ns step SDTV H 0 default Low Byte of Vertical 54 LB V 256 i e Remainder on dividing V by 256 Timing V signed High Byte of Vertical HB Floor V 256 i e Greatest signed integer less or Timing V equal to V 256 where V 625 to 625 1 line step V 0 default NOTE 1 There are global paramet
8. 0 525p 60 11 625p 50 12 525i 60 13 625i 50 14 Unidentified signal 15 No input signal Ch1 Input Standard 0 15 Values and standards same as above read only Ch3 Input Standard 0 15 Values and standards same as above read only Ch4 Input Standard 0 15 Values and standards same as above read only Actual Output Standard 0 13 Common to all 4 channels 0 720p 60 read only 1 720p 59 2 720p 50 3 1080i 60 4 1080i 59 5 1080i 50 6 1080p 30 7 1080p 29 8 1080p 25 9 1080p 24 A 1080p 23 B 1080sf 30 C 1080sf 29 D 1080sf 25 E 1080sf 24 F 1080sf 23 10 525p 60 11 625p 50 12 5251 60 13 6251 50 Ch2 Input Standard SP 4D Kramer Protocol 2000 TABLE 1 Global Parameters for Supported Commands Values in hexadecimal Parameter Data Comments Genlock Input Standard 0 15 Status of standard 0 720p 60 autoidentification read 1 720p 59 only 2 720p 50 5 1080i 60 1080i 59 1080i 50 1080p 30 1080p 29 5 1080p 25 A 1080p 24 1080p 23 1080sf 30 c 1080sf 29 1080sf 25 1080sf 24 1080sf 23 io 525p 60 11 625p 50 12 525i 60 13 6251 50 14 Unidentified signal 15 No input signal Genlock Status 0 2 Read only 0 No reference signal 1 Loss of lock to reference 2 Proper lock to reference 0 1 Read and write allowed 0 R
9. 4D 5 1 Connecting to the Product via RS 232 6 Operating the SP 4D 6 1 Using the LCD Display 6 2 Using the Front Panel Buttons 6 3 Using the Front Panel LEDs 7 Using the SP 4D Menus 7 1 Loading Setups 7 2 Saving Setups 7 3 Using the Factory Reset 7 4 Setting the Video Signal 7 5 Setting the Genlock 7 6 Monitoring Output 7 7 Setting the No Signal Screen 7 8 Setting the Machine Address 7 9 Displaying Status 7 10 Setting LCD Brightness 7 11 Setting the Sleep Mode 8 Technical Specifications 8 1 Default Communication Parameters 9 Kramer Protocol 2000 Figures Figure 1 SP 4D 4 Channel HD SDI Synchronizer Front Figure 2 SP 4D 4 Channel HD SDI Synchronizer Rear Figure 3 Connecting to the SP 4D Rear Panel Figure 4 SP 4D Menu Map Figure 5 SP 4D Menu Map II our WWNHDND Introduction Welcome to Kramer Electronics Since 1981 Kramer Electronics has been providing a world of unique creative and affordable solutions to the vast range of problems that confront the video audio presentation and broadcasting professional on a daily basis In recent years we have redesigned and upgraded most of our line making the best even better Our 1 000 plus different models now appear in 11 groups that are clearly defined by function GROUP 1 Distribution Amplifiers GROUP 2 Switchers and Matrix Switchers GROUP 3 Control Systems GROUP 4 Format Standards Converters GROUP 5 Range Extenders and Repeaters GROUP 6 Spe
10. GBHV default 1 YUV Output_Video_Format TABLEDI a E One Byte Local Parameters Values in hexadecimal Parameter Number PEIGI Comments Forced Standard 0 13 May be used as input 0 4801 60 default forced standard and as 1 480p 60 guip ies naa i i ee two next items Inpu at Standard Mode and i Output Standard Mode 4 720p 50 5 720p 59 6 720p 60 7 1080i 50 8 1080 59 9 1080 60 A 1080p 23 B 1080p 24 C 1080p 25 D 1080p 29 E 1080p 30 F 1080sf 23 10 1080sf 24 11 1080sf 25 12 1080sf 29 13 1080sf 30 SP 4D Kramer Protocol 2000 TABLE 2 One Byte Local Parameters Values in hexadecimal Parameter Input Standard Mode Output Standard Mode Test_Ch1 Test_Ch2 Test_Ch3 Video_Monitor Audio_Monitor Genlock Off On Genlock_Ref_Source laa Test_Ch4 it bars 100 mp 100 Kramer Protocol Data 0 1 0 Auto identified standard using appropriate input signal on each channel separately default 1 Forced input standard defined in previous item common to all 4 channel 0 1 0 Default auto identified standard based on signal that has been preselected as reference genlock source This source can be selected between either dedicated genlock input or any 4 channel input see parameter 4B genlock reference source If genlock is turned off forced standard is used instead of auto 1 Forced output stan
11. I inputs 7 5 4 To set the genlock reference source e Press V or A until SET1 RefSource e Press lt or gt to choose the settings RearPanel GENLOCK IN SDI Ch1 Input IN1 Ch2 Input IN2 Ch3 Input IN3 or Ch4 Input IN4 e Press ENTER to save the setting temporarily until powered down Setting the Horizontal Timing from the Genlock Menu Use the horizontal timing to adjust the horizontal delay of an output signal relative to the reference source signal for each channel separately Possible timing values are e 19600nsec to 19600nsec step 14nsec in HDTV mode e 26500nsec to 26500nsec step 19nsec in EDTV mode e 51800nsec to 51800nsec step 37nsec in SDTV mode Default timing is Onsec Negative values advance the output signal positive values retard the signal To speed up the adjustment press and hold the appropriate lt or gt button repeat mode For the16x ultra repeat mode press and hold the appropriate lt or gt button while pressing the ENTER button In this case the adjusted parameter changes by steps of 16 units To quickly reset to the factory default value press and hold both lt and buttons together for 1 sec To set the horizontal timing e Press V or A until SET1 SDI Ch1 TIMING HORIZONTAL press gt to advance the timing by 14ns and lt to retard the timing by 14ns e Press ENTER to save the setting temporarily until powered down e Repeat for channels 2 through 4 e Save th
12. KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD USER MANUAL MODEL SP 4D 4 Channel HD SDI Synchronizer P N 2900 000577 Rev 4 SP 4D Quick Start Guide This guide helps you install and use your product for the first time For more detailed information go to http www 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 SP 4D 4 Channel HD SDI Synchronizer 1 Set of rack ears 1 Power cord 1 Quick Start sheet 4 Rubber feet Step 2 Install the SP 4D Mount the machine in a rack using the included rack ears or attach the rubber feet and place on a table pa 3 Connect the ae and aE Non linear VGA Audio Computer Editor Display Amplifier Controller Step 4 Connect the power Connect the power cord to the SP 4D and plug it into the mains electricity Switch the power on to all devices Step 5 Operate the SP 4D From the front panel press the buttons to select an input and choose a function Adjust the displayed setting with the adjustment knob Or operate via the PC and the RS 232 commands A Menu ENTER PANEL q LOCK gt y T 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 Defining the SP 4D 4 Channel HD SDI Synchronizer 4 Installing in a Rack 5 Connecting the SP
13. PERATING 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 DIMENSIONS 19 x 7 x 1U W D H WEIGHT 1 81kg 4 0lbs ACCESSORIES Power cord Windows based control software rack ears Specifications are subject to change without notice at http Awww kramerelectronics com 8 1 Default Communication Parameters Protocol 2000 RS 232 Baud Rate 9600 Data Bits Stop Bits Command Format SP 4D Technical Specifications 9 Kramer Protocol 2000 Protocol 2000 for the SP 4D is described below For RS 232 a null modem connection between the PC and the SP 4D is required and data is at 9600 baud no parity 8 data bits and 1 stop bit All values shown are hexadecimal INSTRUCTION 1 Byte 2 Byte 3 Byte 4 Byte COMMENT RESET loo 98 Machine Addr REPLY TO RESET 40 98 MachineAddr sd GENLOCK RESET 41 98 Machine Addr_ Timing and phase EP i EA REPLY TO GENLOCK RESET Sooo e 98 Machine Addr ooo READ TWO BYTE LOCAL PARAMETER 20 80 Parameter B8 40 MSB_data See TABLE 3 and Number Machine Addr Notes 1 2 REPLY TO READ TWO BYTE LOCAL 80 Parameter 80 Parameter B8 40 MSB_data See TABLE 3 and PARAMETER Number Data Machine Addr Notes 1 2 0 Parameter 0 Parameter B8 40 MSB_data See TABLE 3 and Machine Addr Notes 1 2 WRITE TWO BYTE LOCAL 80 Parameter B8 40 MSB_data See TABLE 3 and Machine Addr Notes 1
14. R PURPOSE IF KRAMER ELECTRONICS CANNOT LAWFULLY DISCLAIM OR EXCLUDE IMPLIED WARRANTIES UNDER APPLICABLE LAW THEN ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES COVERING 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
15. Settings 720p759 mode AUTObyChan In AUTObyChan In 726p 58 FORCED 16861 66 SET1i Outre Standard gt Settings 49881759 mode AUTObyRefSour AUTObyRefS our rete Ge SET1 Test signal FORCED Ps Chi NO TEST SIGNAL 1080p729 i Settings ER SETi Test signal R er Ch2 NO TEST SIGNAL NO TEST SIGNAL 1680p723 COLOR BARS100 1030sf7320 SET1 Test signal SPLIT BARS100 iesee 29 Ch3 NO TEST SIGNAL RAMPOG ieses 25 SET1 Test signal 1886sf 24 Ch4 NO TEST SIGNAL 188Gsf 23 525p760 625p750 525i760 5 SETA GENLOCK 6251 58 Center submenu SET1 GENLOCK FACTORY RESET Settings SET1 Genlock State GENLOCK OFF FreeRun pe raain al SET1 RefSource RearPanel GENLOCK IN SET1 SDI Chi TIMING HORIZONTAL ans SET1 SDI Ch2 TIMING HORIZONTAL ans Settings ns14 increments o SET1 SDI Ch3 TIMING wee as HORIZONTAL ans SET1 SDI Ch4 TIMING HORIZONTAL ans SET1 GENLOCK TIMING gt Settings VERTICAL 6 line Page 2 Figure 4 SP 4D Menu Map line1 increments o 625 line 625 Settings RearPanel GENLOCK IN SDI Chi Cinput INL SDI Ch2 Cinmpeut IN2 gt SDI Ch3 Cineut INS SDI Ch4 Cinmpeut IN4 SP 4D Using the SP 4D Menus Page 1 6 SET1 MONITORING z A OUTP center submenu Indicates default value SETi Video amp Audio gt Settings Monitoring SDI Chi SDI CH1 to CH4 Analog video gt Settings OutputFormat RGEHY RGBH and YUY SET1 AUDIO Outputs Settings Channe
16. a SUBMENU from the top level MENU 3 Accelerates the repeat function by 16x if this button is pressed together with LEFT or RIGHT buttons PANEL LOCK Enables or disables the PANEL LOCK function after pressing for 2sec Using the Front Panel LEDs Five LEDs on the front panel indicate genlock loss and the presence of a video signal on the input of each channel Understanding the Front Panel LEDs LED Status Condition LED Status Genlock Genlock turned OFF LED OFF Genlock turned ON no appropriate reference source LED flashes Genlock turned ON the unit is properly locked to reference LED ON Input 1 No video signal LED OFF Input 4 Input signal standard not in same group as the output standard LED flashes Proper input signal LED ON P 4D Operating the SP 4D 7 Using the SP 4D Menus This section explains how to use the various menus and their functions to operate the SP 4D The menu maps in Figure 4 and Figure 5 illustrate how to navigate through the various menus and their settings Note All menus show SET1 as an example Your setup numbers may differ SP 4D Using the SP 4D Menus 13 i LOAD SETUP NUMBER 14 Setups 1 to 16 2 SAVE SETTING AS SETUP NUMBER 4 Setups 1 to 16 3 SETUP FACTORY 4 SE c Ti VIDEO SIGNAL enter submenu ENTER 1 RESET Indicates default value SET1 Forced Settings Standard 720p7 60 l 720p 60 SET1 Input Standard gt
17. cialty 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 Products Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer SP 4D 4 Channe HD SDI Synchronizer which is ideal for the following typical applications e Broadcasting studios e Post production troduction 2 1 Getting Started We recommend that you Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment Review the contents of this user manual Go to http www kramerelectronics com 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 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 Do not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality Position your Kramer SP 4D away from 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 build
18. complete and submit the online product registration form Kramer Electronics thanks you for purchasing a Kramer Electronics product We hope 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 MAMI
19. dard defined in parameter 40 common to all 4 channels 0 3 0 Test off defaul 1 Color bars 100 2 Split bars 1009 3 Ramp 100 0 3 st off defaul lor bars 100 2 ool bars 1009 mp 100 0 3 0 Test off defaul 1 Color bars 100 2 Split bars 1009 3 Ramp 100 off defaul or bars 100 DI channel is selected for monitor output ult DI channel2 is selected for monitor output DI channel3 is selected for monitor output DI channel4 is selected for monitor output defines 2 of 16 SDI audio channel to extract selected in previous item Video_Monitor SDI a ean ars ae OIS Fo 23 Q DI audio channels 1 2 group 1 default DI audio channels 3 4 group 1 DI audio channels 5 6 group 2 DI audio channels 7 8 group 2 DI audio channels 9 10 group 3 DI audio channels 11 12 group 3 DI audio channels 13 14 group 4 DI audio channels 15 16 group 4 0 off default 1 on 0 4 defines video input that will be used as genlock reference 0 dedicated genlock input default 1 SDI channel1 input 2 SDI channel2 input 3 SDI channel3 input 4 SDI channel4 input 1INDNNHHHHHNH NOoRWNMHOFD a 2000 TABLE 3 Two Byte Local Parameters Values in hexadecimal Parameter Number Data LB low byte HB high byte Comments Low Byte of Channel 1 4C LB H 256 i e Remainder on dividing H by 256 Horizontal Timing H
20. e new horizontal timing using the procedure Saving Setups in Section 7 2 7 6 7 6 1 7 6 2 7 6 3 cp 4D Monitoring Output Use output monitoring to select any one of 4 SDI channel video and embedded audio for monitoring purposes To set output monitoring e Press MENU to enter the menu mode e Press Y or A until SET1 MONITORING OUTP enter submenu is displayed e Press ENTER go into the submenu e Press V and A to navigate through the submenu Selecting the Output Monitoring Channel from the Output Monitoring Menu To select an output monitoring channel e Press Y or A until SET1 Video amp Audio Monitoring e Press lt or gt to choose the settings SDI CH1 SDI CH2 SDI CH3 SDI CH4 e Press ENTER to save the setting temporarily until powered down Selecting the Video Output Format from the Output Monitoring Menu To select a video output format e Press Y or A until SET1 Analog Video Output Format e Press lt or gt to choose the settings RGBHV and YUV e Press ENTER to save the setting temporarily until powered down Selecting the Audio Output Group from the Output Monitoring Menu The audio output group selects the embedded audio group two stereo audio channels that can be extracted from the selected SDI channel After digital to analog conversion the audio is available on both RCA output connectors Using the SP 4D Menus 21 7 7 To select an audio output group Press V or A
21. ers that are invariable in the case of a setup number change and local parameters that have appropriate parameter data values for each setup number 16 different values stored in special memory During write or read operations with local parameters the PC gets access only to the active local parameter that corresponds to an actual setup number Certain local parameters not all are represented in two byte format because of their large adjustment NOTE 2 While writing or reading two byte parameters PC gt machine you must send two consecutive write or read commands each command having a conventional 4 byte structure for low first and high bytes with a minimal time interval between them NOTE 3 These commands are sending by unit also when Local Global parameters are changing via the front panel or as a result of execution of any other command NOTE 4 If itis necessary merely to save adjusted parameters in initial setup number no setup number change then the value of byte3 must be equal to the value of byte2 initial setup number NOTE 5 The reply to the Identify Machine command shows the machine name 1st byte Ox7d 2nd byte 0x80 0x00 0 dec 3rd byte 0x80 0x04 4 dec for the unit SP 4D 4th byte 0x98 NOTE 6 The reply to the Identify Firmware command shows the firmware version as 1st byte Ox7d 2nd byte 0x80 the version number prior to decimal point 3rd byte 0x80 the version number following the decimal poi
22. ged 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 3 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 SP 4D Installing in a Rack 5 D Connecting the SP 4D Connecting the SP 4D Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your SP 4D After connecting your SP 4D connect its power and then switch on the power to each device To connect the SP 4D as shown in Figure 3 do the following 1 Connect up to four SDI input sources for example video cameras or a digital video player to the IN 1 to IN 4 BNC connectors 2 Connect up to four SDI output acceptors for examp
23. ing 5P 4D Getting Started 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 Attp www kramerelectronics com support recycling Overview The SP 4D 4 Channel HD SDI Synchronizer is a synchronizer for serial digital signals up to HD SDI The unit synchronizes up to four channels from the dedicated digital genlock input or any other specified channel The multi standard synchronizer SP 4D can convert the frame rate of HDTV signals without changing the number of lines per frame or the progressive interlaced raster structure It im
24. le a non linear editor to the OUT 1 to OUT 4 BNC connectors 3 Connect the GENLOCK IN BNC connector to an SDI genlock source for example an HD SDI black burst generator 4 Connect the ANALOG OUT 15 pin HD connector to a computer graphics acceptor for example an analog display 5 Connect the AUDIO OUT RCA connectors to an audio acceptor for example a stereo amplifier 6 If required connect the RS 232 9 pin D sub connector to a controlling computer see Section 5 1 Black Burst Generator Digital Non linear Camera Video Player Editor VGA Display Audio Amplifier Figure 3 Connecting to the SP 4D Rear Panel 5 1 Connecting to the Product via RS 232 You can connect to the SP 4D via an RS 232 connection using for example a PC Note that a null modem adapter connection is not required To connect to the SP 4D via RS 232 e Connect the RS 232 9 pin D sub rear panel port on the SP 4D 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 10 SP 4D Connecting the SP 4D 6 6 1 Operating the SP 4D This section explains how to use the e LCD display see Section 6 1 e Front panel buttons see Section 6 2 e LED indicators see Section 6 3 Using the LCD Display The SP 4D includes a two line 20 character per line LCD display that displays while in the main mode of operation the machine status the ge
25. ls 1 2 Groupi Channels 1 2 Groupi Channels 3 4 Groupi Channels 5 6 Groupe 7 NoSignal screen gt Settings Channels 7 8 Groupe Color BLUE SCREEN BLUE SCREEN Channels 9 16 Groups BLACK SCREEN Channels 11 12 Groups NoColorinsert Channels 134 14 Group4 Channels 154 16 Group4 S Address of gt Settings machine 6x18 xis 0x19 SDI Chi IN1 gt status NO INPUT SIGNAL SDI Ch2 CIN2 gt status NO INPUT SIGNAL Settings identified signal NO INPUT SIGNAL UNIDENTIFIED SIGNAL NO INPUT SIGNAL SDI Ch3 IN status NO INPUT SIGNAL SDI Ch4 INP status NO INPUT SIGNAL Genlock Input Status NO INPUT SIGNAL ReferenceLockStatus NO REFERENCE SIGNAL LED active operating gt Settings Brightness 95 Bx to 166 default 95 LCD Sleep Mode Settings Brightness Sex Bx to 100 default Sax Figure 5 SP 4D Menu Map II SP 4D Using the SP 4D Menus 15 7 1 Loading Setups To load a saved setup Press MENU to enter the menu mode Press VW or A as needed until LOAD SETUP NUMBER is displayed Press lt or gt to reach the setup number desired from 1 to 16 Press ENTER to load the setup Press MENU to return to the normal operating mode 7 2 Saving Setups Setups are a snapshot of all machine settings at a given instant 16 setups are available for saving and reloading Note Most parameter changes are temporarily saved in memory only until the SP 4D is powered OFF
26. nlock reference source and standard of video signals on all four SDI outputs The following examples explain what is shown on the display 1 When the genlock mode is turned OFF the display shows SET3 INT XTAL REF OutpForced 720p 60 This means the setup preset number is 3 the internal crystal generator XTAL is used as the genlock reference source the standard of output signals on all four outputs is forced to 720p 60 2 Ifthe genlock is turned ON and a reference input signal was selected as dedicated input GenlockIN the display shows SET3 Ref GenlockIN OutpForced 720p 60 3 If the output standard selection mode is AUTO the display shows SET3 Ref GenlockiIN OutputAuto 720p 60 4 If genlock is turned ON and SDI input channel 2 is selected as the reference input signal the display shows SET3 RefSource IN2 OutpForced 720p 60 6 2 6 3 Using the Front Panel Buttons The front panel includes the following buttons MENU ENTER P A V lt Pressing any arrow button once advances or returns one parameter Pressing and holding an arrow button scrolls automatically through the menus or parameters Command Buttons Button Function MENU 1 Opens the top level MENU from the MAIN mode of operation 2 Closes the top level MENU and returns to the MAIN mode of operation 3 Closes the SUBMENU and returns to the top level MENU ENTER 1 Fixes a new value of the adjusted parameter but does not save it 2 Opens
27. nt Ath byte 0x98 For example for version 3 5 the reply would be 0x7d 0x83 0x85 0x98 SP 4D Kramer Protocol 2000 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
28. o Signal Menu To run a test signal e Press V or A to choose a channel to test 1 to 4 e Press lt or gt to choose the settings NO TEST SETTING COLOR BARS100 SPLIT BARS100 or RAMP100 e Press ENTER to run the test e To stop the test return to NO TEST SIGNAL and press ENTER 7 5 7 5 1 7 5 2 7 5 3 AD Using the SP 4D Menus Setting the Genlock Use this menu to set genlock parameters activation source and timing To set the genlock e Press MENU to enter the menu mode e Press Y or A until SET1 GENLOCK enter submenu is displayed e Press ENTER go into the submenu e Press YV and A to navigate through the submenu Resetting the Genlock To reset the genlock e From SET1 GENLOCK FACTORY RESET press ENTER to reset the genlock to its factory settings e Save the new genlock using the procedure Saving Setups in Section 7 2 Activating Deactivating the Genlock from the Genlock Menu When the genlock is turned OFF an internal crystal generator is used as the reference source and all four SDI outputs run synchronously with each other To activate or deactivate the genlock e Press Y or A until SET1 Genlock State e Press lt or gt to choose the settings OFF FreeRun or ON e Press ENTER to save the setting temporarily until powered down Setting the Genlock Reference Source from the Genlock Menu Use the genlock reference source to select either a dedicated genlock input or any one of the four SD
29. o an SDI input common for all four video channels Auto standard identification is available 16_ CHANNEL T INT ENC Connector Connects to the channel 1 SDI sourse SSCS 7 19 20 A 22 23 25 26 27 28 4 Installing in a Rack 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 circuits 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 plug
30. orced standard e Press Y or A until SET1 FORCED STANDARD is displayed e Press lt or gt to reach the desired settings available settings are shown in this table Video Groups Group 1 Group 2 Group 3 720p 60 default 1080i 60 1080sf 30 1080p 30 525p 60 720p 59 1080i 59 1080sf 29 1080p 29 625p 50 720p 50 1080i 50 1080s1 25 1080p 25 5251 60 1080s 1080p 24 625i 50 tosis toon Note Each group contains its own mutually compatible standards e Press ENTER to activate the setting there is a 5 second delay when changing in either direction between SD and HD settings 4D Using the SP 4D Menus 7 4 2 7 4 3 7 4 4 Setting the Input Standard Mode from the Video Signal Menu To set the input standard mode e Press VW or A until SET1 INPUT STANDARD MODE e Press lt or gt to choose settings AUTObyChan In or FORCED Note If all four SDI input settings are strictly defined and never changed FORCED mode is recommended e Press ENTER to save the setting temporarily only until powered off Setting the Output Standard Mode from the Video Signal Menu To set the output standard mode e Press YV or A until SET1 OUTPUT STANDARD MODE e Press lt or gt to choose settings AUTObyRefSour or FORCED Note If all four SDI output settings are strictly defined and never changed FORCED mode is recommended e Press ENTER to save the setting temporarily only until powered off Running a Test Signal from the Vide
31. plements cross conversion between any two standards belonging to the same group Three groups contain mutually compatible standards e 720p 720p 50 720p 59 95 720p 60 e 1080i 1080i 50 1080i 59 95 1080i 60 1080psf 23 97 1080psf 24 1080psf 25 1080psf 29 97 1080psf 30 e 1080p 1080p 23 97 1080p 24 1080p 25 1080p 29 97 1080p 30 Each of the four SDI channels contains a special audio synchronizer that de embeds all 16 input audio channels resamples them simultaneously and embeds the resulting audio signals in the SDI output This corrects signal deterioration such as a frame drop or repetition that may occur during video signal synchronization The SP 4D features e Multi standard operation SDI SMPTE 259M and SMPTE 344M amp HD SDI SMPTE 292M e Four SDI video inputs and outputs SD ED and all HD besides 1080p 50 and 1080p 60 with automatic standard detection any video input can be used as the timing reference input for all channels instead of the dedicated genlock input e One dedicated SDI genlock input common for all four channels also in the same standard group e An audio embedder de embedder that handles 16 audio channels per input e Automatic signal reclocking and equalization e One VGA UXGA port on a 15 pin HD connector in YUV or RGBHV format selectable from menu to output any one of the four synchronized video channels e Unbalanced stereo audio outputs on RCA connectors that can output any of
32. rom Kramer Electronics will be required You may also be directed to an authorized reseller or a person authorized by Kramer Electronics 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 PARTICULA
33. until SET1 AUDIO Outputs Channels Press lt or gt to choose the settings Channels 1 2 Group1 Channels 3 4 Group1 Channels 5 6 Group2 Channels 7 8 Group2 Channels 9 10 Group3 Channels 11 12 Group3 Channels 13 14 Group4 Channels 15 16 Group4 Press ENTER to save the setting temporarily until powered down Press MENU to return to the top level menu Save the new audio group setting by using the Saving Setups procedure in Section 7 2 Setting the No Signal Screen The no signal screen appears in the absence of an input signal or when input and output signals are incompatible To set the no signal screen Press MENU to enter the menu mode Press VW or A until NoSignal Screen is displayed Press lt or gt to choose the settings BLUE SCREEN BLACK SCREEN or NoColorIinsert default Press ENTER to save the setting Note This assignment affects all 16 setups presets after ENTER is pressed The setting is saved with auto power down 7 8 7 9 7 10 Setting the Machine Address To set the machine address e Press MENU to enter the menu mode e Press V or A until Address of machine is displayed e Press lt or gt to choose the settings 0x18 default 0x19 e Press ENTER to save the setting Note This assignment affects all 16 setups presets after ENTER is pressed The setting is saved with auto power down Displaying Status The next six top level menu items give a read only display of all four SDI inputs
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