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1. H 640 800 1024 1280 V 480 600 768 1024 5606 oO Figure 1 VP 800 Panel Features Table 2 VP 800 Panel Features O ee o o SUS Monitor OUT HD 15F connector VGA XGA test pattern output 2 640x480 switch Select 640x480 resolution at the Monitor OUT connector mode when pressed 3 800x600 switch Select 800x600 resolution at the Monitor OUT connector mode when pressed 1024x768 switch Select 1024x768 resolution at the Monitor OUT connector mode when pressed 5 1280x1024 switch Select 1280x1024 resolution at the Monitor OUT connector mode when pressed 6 ON Led Illuminates when the machine is powered 7 9VDC feed connector A DC connector that allows power to be supplied to the unit The machine may also be fed from a 12VDC supply Kramer Electronics Ltd KRAMER 5 2 Getting to Know Your Video Tester A new unique patented indispensable tool for the video professional By pressing only one touch switch it will trace missing signals distinguish between good and jittery VCR sourced signals and identify the presence of good signals Whenever a video signal is missing because of bad connections cable breaks or faulty sources the Video Tester is all you need No need for oscilloscopes waveform monitors or vectorscopes to trace and rectify such common problems Indispensable for field work The Video Tester checks for sync and Odd Even data in the signal and wi2. Coax Cables Le DD 8 919 O 9 9 94 2 JLE O O 9 VIDEO IN iB o g lt gt Jia POWER SIGNAL A Component video acceptors Component video source e S C T Cameo CN eC K VIDEO TESTER a T C NT aA D Composite video acceptors Figure 3 Checking the Video Signal Path Kramer Electronics Ltd KRAMER 7 7 1 9 2 INSTALLATION Rack Mounting The VP 800 can be rackmounted in a standard 19 rack using a special Tools adapter see section 4 10 It can also be table mounted using the mounting brackets provided The device does not require any specific spacing for ventilation above or below the unit To rack mount the machine follow the installation instructions enclosed with the adaptor CONNECTING TO VIDEO DEVICES Video sources may be connected to the Video Tester through its single BNC type connector The VP 800 can be connected to VGA XGA acceptors via the HD 15 connector located on the back of the unit USING THE MACHINES Powering on the VP 800 NOTES 1 The machine should only be powered on after all connections are completed 2 To fully disconnect equipment remove power cord from socket 1 Plug in your DC source to the 9V DC socket The toggle switch glows red
3. Video level is too high or Verify that the lines are well matched through 75ohm impedance too dim otherwise it results in a video level that is too high or too dim Confirm that the connecting cables are of high quality and properly inserted Noise bars are rolling up Hum bars ground loop are caused by a difference in the ground potential of er down in the output any two or more devices connected to your signal path image aes ARNING Do not disconnect the ground from any piece of Low Frequency Hum in the video equipment in your signal path output signal Check the following to remove hum bars Confirm that all interconnected equipment is connected to the same phase of power if possible Remove equipment connected to that phase that may introduce noise such as motors generators etc Disconnect all interconnect cables and reconnect them one at a time until ground loop reappears Disconnect the affected cable and replace or insert an isolation transformer in the signal path Kramer Electronics Ltd KRAMER LIMITED WARRANTY Kramer Electronics hereafter Kramer warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms HOW LONG IS THE WARRANTY Labor and parts are warranted for three years from the date of the first customer purchase WHO IS PROTECTED Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty WHAT IS COVERED AND WHAT IS NOT COVERED Except as
4. 2 Operate the acceptors Powering on the Tester 1 Insert a 9V battery into the battery case 2 Press the TEST pushbutton The POWER LED should illuminate indicating that the battery is good TAKING CARE OF YOUR MACHINE Do not locate your machine in an environment where it is susceptible to dust or moisture Both of these may damage the electronics and cause erratic operation or failure Do not locate your machine where temperature and humidity may be excessive Doing so may also damage the electronics and cause erratic operation or failure of your machine Do not clean your machine with abrasives or strong cleaners Doing so may remove or damage the finish or may allow moisture to build up Take care not to allow dust or particles to build up inside unused or open connectors Kramer Electronics Ltd KRAMER 11 TROUBLESHOOTING NOTES 1 Please note that if the output signal is disturbed or interrupted by very strong external electromagnetic interference it should return and stabilize when such interference ends If not disconnect power from the machine and reconnect again to reset the machine 2 If the following recommended actions still do not result in satisfactory operation please consult your KRAMER Dealer 11 1 Power and Indicators No Power For the VP 800 Confirm that power connections are secured at the machine and at the receptacle Make sure the mains receptacle is active If still there is no power remove
5. YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE 1 To obtain service on you product you must take or ship it prepaid to any authorized Kramer service center 2 Whenever warranty service is required the original dated invoice or a copy must be presented as proof of warranty coverage and should be included in any shipment of the product Please also include in any mailing a contact name company address and a description of the problem s 3 For the name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center consult your authorized dealer Kramer Electronics Ltd 10 KRAMER 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 Kramer s liability for any defective 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 ot
6. impedance 75ohm in video Cheap low quality connectors tend to rust thus causing breaks in the signal path Must have quality performance when the desired end result is high linearity low distortion and low noise operation Plays a major role in the final result For long distances between sources and acceptors special measures should be taken in order to avoid cable losses These include using higher quality cables or adding line amplifiers These can have an adverse effect on signal quality Balanced audio lines are less prone to interference but unbalanced audio should be installed far from any mains power cables electric motors transmitters etc even when the cables are shielded KRAMER 2 SPECIFICATIONS Input Type NA One composite video PAL SECAM or NTSC Input Connections Output Type Standard VGA XGA RGBHV NA signal a ad SO Output 0 7Vpp 750hm Two LEDs Power indicator Level Indicator H amp V syncs TTL level Red Signal indicator Green Output Coupling RGB AC NA H amp V DC Resolutions 640x480 60Hz NA 800x600 75Hz 1024x768 75Hz 1280x1024 74Hz Detection Modes NA Green LED off missing signal Irregularly flashing jittery signal Continuously lit or flashing regularly standard video signal Dimensions 12 x 7 5 x 2 5 cm 6 5 x 10 x 3 cm W D H 4 7 x 2 9 x 1 2 6 x 3 9 x 1 2 Weight 0 3kg 0 71bs approx 120gr 0 26lbs approx Power Consumption 1 8VA 0 27VA Power So
7. the two Philips screws on the sides of the machine and remove the panel DL Jo Monitor OUT KRAMER SCREW K gt VGA XGA Bar Generator H 640 800 1024 1280 V 480 600 768 1024 Locate fuse inside your machine Confirm that the fuse is good by looking for the wire connected between the ends of the fuse If this wire is broken replace fuse with another with the same rating 2 ca U1 VP800_REV 1 1103991 0 Corre DdS2 ZOLAZZ3O We PALCE22V10H 25PC ac c7 02 PALCE22V10Z 25PC u4 cy Q __ VP 800 Fuse 3 T12 S1 Install cover by replacing the Philips screws For the Video Tester Confirm that the DC battery is operational If the battery is bad open battery case and replace battery Kramer Electronics Ltd 11 2 Video Signal No video at the output Confirm that your VP 800 and output devices are powered on and device connected properly Signals at the output of your VP 800 should be of an identical signal format as at the input of your display Confirm that any other device in the signal path have the proper input and or output selected Use the Video Tester to test the video path leading to from your machine see section 4 1 Video Tester
8. GA XGA Distribution Amplifier or Line Amplifier for driving several acceptors for testing from the VP 800 Some Kramer machines that can be used VP 300 a high resolution 1 3 WGA XGA distribution amplifier of the Kramer Tools family VP 2xl a Line Amplifier 1 2 VGA XGA distributor VP 22 A VGA XGA Line Amplifier and more Kramer Electronics Ltd KRAMER 5 ACCESSORIES 5 1 Getting To Know Your VP 800 VGA XGA Bar Generator The KRAMER VP 800 VGA XGA Bar Generator one of the KRAMER TOOLS is a unique high quality color bar generator for testing and alignment of VGA XGA equipment such as monitors projectors etc The VP 800 generates a color bar similar to a TV test pattern in the four most common resolution modes 640x480 800x600 1024x768 and 1280x1024 Operation of the machine is simple just plug an appropriate power source into the DC socket plug a VGA XGA cable into the monitor OUT socket leading to the acceptor monitor projector etc and select the desired resolution with one of the push switches The VP 800 eliminates the need for a full computer wherever a VGA XGA signal has to be tested The VP 800 is housed in the tiny KRAMER TOOLS enclosure and is DC fed making it suitable for field operation as well Panel features of the VP 800 are described in Figure and Table 2 NOTE For operation instructions refer to section 8 amp Monitor OUT VGA XGA Bar Generator
9. KRAMER Kramer Electronics Ltd USER MANUAL ACCESSORIES Models VP 800 VIDEO TESTER IMPORTANT Before proceeding please read paragraph entitled Unpacking and Contents Kramer Electronics Ltd P N 2900 008001 KRAMER Figure en W N Table Table Of Contents Name INTRODUCTION Factors Affecting Quality of Results SPECIFICATIONS HOW DO I GET STARTED UNPACKING AND CONTENTS Optional Accessories ACCESSORIES Getting To Know Your VP 800 VGA XGA Bar Generator Getting to Know Your Video Tester TYPICAL APPLICATIONS Checking the Video Signal Path INSTALLATION Rack Mounting CONNECTING TO VIDEO DEVICES USING THE MACHINES Powering on the VP 800 Powering on the Tester TAKING CARE OF YOUR MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING Power and Indicators Video Signal List Of Illustrations VP 800 Panel Features Video Tester Panel Features Checking the Video Signal Path List Of Tables Factors Affecting Quality of Results VP 800 Panel Features Video Tester Front Panel Features Kramer Electronics Ltd Page CMAIINAIAINYNADAUARRWWWNHE HE Page Page ns KRAMER 1 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of this Kramer accessory Since 1981 Kramer has been dedicated to the development and manufacture of high quality video audio equipment The Kramer line has become an integral part of many of the best production and presentation facilities around the world In recent years Kramer has redesigned
10. and upgraded most of the line making the best even better Kramer s line of professional video audio electronics is one of the most versatile and complete available and is a true leader in terms of quality workmanship price performance ratio and innovation In addition to testing accessories such as the one you have just purchased Kramer also offers a full line of high quality distribution amplifiers switchers processors interfaces controllers and computer related products This manual includes configuration operation and option information for the following Kramer accessories VP 800 VGA XGA Bar Generator TESTER Video Tester 1 1 Factors Affecting Quality of Results There are many factors affecting the quality of results when signals are transmitted from a source to an acceptor as described in Table 1 Table 1 Factors Affecting Quality of Results FACTOR EFFECT Connection cables Sockets and connectors of the sources and acceptors Amplifying circuitry Distance between sources and acceptors Interference from neighboring electrical appliances Kramer Electronics Ltd Low quality cables are susceptible to interference they degrade signal quality due to poor matching and cause elevated noise levels They should therefore be of the best quality So often ignored they should be of highest quality since Zero Ohm connection resistance is the objective Sockets and connectors also must match the required
11. below this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product The following are not covered by the warranty 1 Any product which is not distributed by Kramer or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer If you are uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the web site www kramerelectronics com 2 Any product on which the serial number has been defaced modified or removed 3 Damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from a Accident misuse abuse neglect fire water lightning or other acts of nature b Unauthorized product modification or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product c Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by Kramer d Any shipment of the product claims must be presented to the carrier e Removal or installation of the product f Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect g Cartons equipment enclosures cables or accessories used in conjunction with the product WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR AND WHAT WE WILL NOT PAY FOR We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items We will not pay for the following 1 Removal or 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
12. her rights which vary from place to place NOTE All products returned to Kramer for service must have prior approval This may be obtained from your dealer NOTICE 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 gt Only Kramer authorized personnel should do servicing of the machines Any user who makes changes or modifications to the unit without the express approval of the manufacturer will void user authority to operate the equipment gt Use the supplied 12 VDC power supply to supply power to the machine gt Please use recommended interconnect cables to connect the machine to controllers and other components Kramer Electronics Ltd 11 KRAMER KRAMER The list of Kramer distributors appears on our web site www kramerelectronics com From the web site it is also possible to e mail factory headquarters We welcome your questions comments and feedback Kramer Electronics Ltd 3 Am VeOlamo Street Jerusalem 95463 Israel Tel 972 2 654 4000 Fax 972 2 653 5369 e mail kramerel netvision net il
13. ll not be triggered by noise hum or even by a 15kHz non video source Features of the Video Tester are described in Figure 2 and Table 3 POWER SIGNAL Figure 2 Video Tester Panel Features Table 3 Video Tester Front Panel Features CO ree o O POWER Led Iluminates when pressed to indicate that the battery is good SIGNAL Led Blinks when the video signal is valid TEST Switch Supplies power to the TESTER POWER Led illuminates and activate the signal test when pressed Internal battery Supplies power to the TESTER Kramer Electronics Ltd KRAMER 6 TYPICAL APPLICATIONS 6 1 Checking the Video Signal Path Figure 3 illustrates a typical use of the Video Tester described in this manual The Tester can be connected to any of the A D test points by coaxial BNC cables If the tested signal is valid the SIGNAL LED Blinks Perform the following steps as necessary 1 Set up your video configuration using composite or component video distributors switchers VM 20ARII in this case 2 Connect the VIDEO IN connector of the Video Tester to any of the A D test points using coaxial cables 3 Operate the source acceptors 4 Press the TEST pushbutton to test the validity of the connected signal Mixed Composite Component Distribution
14. urce 9VDC 200mA 9 Volt battery 30mA when testing OmA when off Kramer Electronics Ltd KRAMER 3 HOW DOI GET STARTED The fastest way to get started is to take your time and do everything right the first time Taking 15 minutes to read the manual may save you a few hours later You don t even have to read the whole manual If a certain section doesn t apply to you you don t have to spend your time reading it 4 UNPACKING AND CONTENTS The items contained in your Kramer accessory package are listed below Please save the original box and packaging materials for possible future transportation and shipment Video Tester VP 800 Bar Generator 12 Volts DC Power Supply or 9V battery Video Tester User Manual 4 rubber feet Kramer concise product catalog 4 1 Optional Accessories The following accessories which are available from Kramer can enhance implementation of your machine For information regarding cables and additional accessories contact your Kramer dealer gt Rack Adapter Used to install smaller machines in a standard 1U rack One or more machines may be installed on each adapter gt A Video Switcher or Matrix for selecting an input signal to the Tester allowing it to test a large configuration in a studio Some Kramer machines that can do the job are 4x1VB 4x1 passive video switcher VS 55V a 5x1 extendable electronic video switcher VS 5x4 a 5x4 video audio matrix and many more gt lt A V
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