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1. Feature Function 1 MIC IN Connector Connect to the microphone 2 COND DYN Selector Switch Push in to select a condenser release to select a dynamic microphone 3 CV OUT Terminal Block Connector Connect to the composite video balanced audio acceptor 4 OUT Terminal Block Connector Connect to the s Video balanced audio acceptor 5 z UXGA OUT Terminal Block Connector Connect to the VGA UXGA balanced audio acceptor 6 2 MASTER OUT Terminal Block Connector Connect the master balanced audio channel acceptor 7 CV IN Terminal Block Connectors Connect to the composite video balanced audio sources 8 Y C IN Terminal Block Connectors Connect to the s Video balanced audio sources 9 UXGA IN Terminal Block Connectors Connect to the VGA UXGA balanced audio sources 10 SPKR OUT Terminal Block Connector Connect to a pair of loudspeakers 11 RELAY Terminal Block Connector Connect each relay to a room item The PINOUT is NO Normally Open C Common NC Normally Closed 12 IR Terminal Block Connectors Connect to an IR emitter cable from IR1 to IR 3 13 a ETHERNET Connector Connects to the PC through computer networking 14 fc RS 232 Port 1 Terminal Block Connect to the RS 232 port of the A V equipment or a Ports Connector G Rx PC or other Serial Controller 15 8 Port 2 9 pin D sub Connector 16 PROGRAM Dipswitches DIP1 is for firmware upgrad
2. CViNT CUN3 VIDEO SWITCHER RS 232 85 485 CONTROL cvour UXGAIN 1 PROC GBA UXGAIN2 Speaker o ND display Figure 21 Switching in the Master Audio Mode 1 The UXGA output is simultaneously routed to the UXGA CAT 5 OUT connector 2 The MASTER audio signal is routed simultaneously to the SPKR OUT and the MASTER OUT channels The only difference between them is that the SPKR OUT channel has an internal power amplifier which lets you connect the speakers directly to the unit 3 As well as to the AUDIO UXGA OUT terminal block connector which is not connected in this example 4 Another way to use the microphone is to press the TALK OVER button the main audio level is lowered when the microphone picks up speech 36 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating Your VP 23RC 9 4 3 Presentation Switcher SELECTOR Buttons Macro Sequence The SELECTOR buttons can be configured to execute a sequence of commands a macro in a similar way to the Media Room Controller buttons see section 9 3 1 so that when a SELECTOR button is pressed it will first perform the switching action and concurrently carry out the macro The example in Figure 22 illustrates a macro sequence that can be programmed to a Presentation Switcher SELECTOR button Presentation Switcher Mac
3. Warning Factory Reset erases all the configured button macros To reset the Media Room Controller to its default settings do the following 1 Turn the power on the VP 23RC OFF 2 Set DIP 3 ON 3 Turn the power on the VP 23RC ON The machine initializes after about 5 seconds 4 Set DIP 3 OFF 1 On the Media Room Controller buttons as well as on the Presentation Switcher SELECTOR buttons 2 IP number 192 168 1 39 Gateway 0 0 0 0 and Net mask 255 255 0 0 21 Controlling the VP 23RC 8 Controlling the VP 23RC The VP 23RC can be controlled via e A PC see section 8 1 e RS 232 and RS 485 see section 8 2 e The ETHERNET see section 8 3 8 1 Controlling the VP 23RC via a PC To control the VP 23RC via the control software 1 Connect your PC to the SWITCHER CONTROL RS 232 port on the rear panel see section 8 1 1 2 Download the Windows based Kramer control software provided with the machine to your PC 3 Run the application The Port window appears Select the Local Connection area select COM port to which the VP 23RC is connected and click OK The application finds the unit automatically 1 The Media Room Controller section can be controlled by a PC only if the MEDIA ROOM CONTROLLER buttons are configured see section 9 2 2 If you want to use the Windows based Kramer control software via the Ethernet select the Remote Connection area insert the machine s IP numbe
4. 1 Replacing the previous illuminated button 2 This example describes how to setup one of an unlimited number of available setups for the system 29 Operating Your VP 23RC Screen Lighting System Composite Video Player Remote Control Computer Figure 16 Example of a Typical Media Room Controller Section Configuration Table 9 Connection Scheme for the example in Figure 16 This connector Controls RELAY 1 The blinds RELAY 2 The lighting system RELAY 3 Projector lift motor RELAY 4 The screen settings motor IR 1 PIN A composite video player IR 2 PIN An s Video player IR 3 PIN Not connected in this example RS 232 Terminal Block Connector 1 and 2 1 A projector 2 an LCD Ethernet The VP 23RC via a remote control PC 1 Connected via the IR emitter 2 Alternatively the second RS 232 port can be used to control another A V unit 30 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating Your VP 23RC Figure 17 shows a common setup for the VP 23RC in a media room An overhead projector and screen speakers lights and a cabinet with a DVD and a VCR inside are all controlled via the VP 23RC The presenter s laptop is located on the podium also connected to the VP 23RC alongside the VP 23RC Figure 17 Example of a Typical Setup in the Lecture Auditorium 31 Operating Your VP 23RC 9 3 1 Operating
5. condenser dynamic on an XLR connector IR learner OUTPUTS 1x VGA XGA on a 15 pin HD connector 1 s Video 1 Vpp Y 0 3Vpp 75 on 4 pin connector 1 composite video 1 Vpp 75 O on a BNC connector 1 STP 5 connector Line OUT Each output is accompanied by the appropriate balanced stereo audio channel 4dBm 150 on detachable terminal blocks 1 master stereo audio 4dBm 150 on a detachable 4 pin terminal block 1 stereo speaker output 2x5W continuous into 40 4 relays on terminal block connectors 36V AC or DC 2A 60VAC maximum on non inductive load 3 IR emitters on terminal block connectors MAX OUTPUT LEVEL VIDEO YC 1 8Vpp CV 1 8Vpp AUDIO Group 20dBm XGA 1 7Vpp CAT 5 1 3Vpp Master 15dBm BANDWIDTH VIDEO YC 385MHz CV 650MHz AUDIO Group 46kHz XGA 350MHz CAT 5 158MHz Speakers 40kHz Master 33kHz DIFF GAIN 0 0396 CV 0 03 CAT 5 6 4 XGA 0 15 DIFF PHASE 0 03 Deg CV 0 03 Deg CAT 5 0 2 Deg XGA 0 09 Deg K FACTOR 0 1976 S N RATIO VIDEO 81dB CV 75dB AUDIO Group 74dB CAT 5 59dB XGA 75dB unweighted Speakers 53dB max pwr weighted Master out 72dB CROSSTALK all hostile VIDEO 49dB 5MHZ AUDIO Group lt 76dB Master lt 69dB 1kHz CONTROLS Channel selector for video and audio for YC CV and XGA master audio output selector audio le
6. For video 3 2 Number of outputs 2 For audio for CV group 2 for SV group 3 for VGA group 4 for microphone 5 for master audio out NOTES on to Table 19 NOTE1 When the master switcher is reset e g when it is turned on the reset code is sent to the PC If this code is sent to the switchers it will reset according to the present power down settings NOTE 2 These are bi directional definitions That is if the switcher receives the code it will perform the instruction and if the instruction is performed due to a keystroke operation on the front panel then these codes are sent For example if 0000 0001 Instruction Switch Groups 10000010 Input 2 1000 1001 composite video group 10000001 Machine 1 master Was sent from the PC then the switcher machine 1 will switch input 2 in composite video group to its output If the user switched input 4 in the VGA group via the front panel keypad then the switcher will send 0100 0001 1000 0100 1000 0011 1000 0001 to the PC When the PC sends instruction 1 or 2 to the switcher then if the instruction is valid the switcher replies by sending the same four bytes to the PC that were sent except for the first byte where the DESTINATION bit is set high 50 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Communication Protocol NOTE 3 The reply to a REQUEST instruction is as follows the same instruction and input codes as were sen
7. Table 2 Front Panel VP 23RC Presentation Switcher Controller Features Feature Function 1 IR Infrared Receiver Signals from the Kramer remote control transmitter illuminate the LED 2 POWER Switch Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF 3 IR IN Receiver Accepts IR remote commands for the IR learner feature 4 MEDIA ROOM CONTROLLER Control the room and the A V equipment from 1 to 8 Buttons 5 s VIDEO Y C AUDIO SELECTOR Selects the s Video audio source from 1 to 4 Buttons 6 VIDEO CV AUDIO SELECTOR Selects the composite video audio source from 1 to 4 Buttons 7 VGA UXGA AUDIO SELECTOR Selects the VGA UXGA video audio source from 1 to 4 Buttons 8 CV Button Press to route the selected audio signal from the composite video section to the master audio outputs s VIDEO Button Press to route the selected audio signal from the s Video section to the master audio Sie SELECTOR VGA UXGA Button Press to route the selected audio signal from the VGA UXGA section to the master audio outputs MIC Button Press to route the microphone input to the master audio outputs 9 MIC Button Decrease the microphone audio signal level 10 AUDIO LEVEL Button Increase the microphone audio signal level 11 MASTER Button Increase the master audio signal level 12 Button Decrease the master audio signal level 13 LOCK Button Press to lock
8. Table 19 Instruction Codes INSTRUCTION DEFINITION FOR SPECIFIC INSTRUCTION NOTE DESCRIPTION INPUT OUTPUT 0 RESET MACHINE 0 0 1 1 SWITCH GROUPS 1 4 Set equal to video and audio 1 3 Set equal to group to 2 inputs to be switched for the which output is to be relative group switched 2 SWITCH AUDIO OUTPUTS 1 5 Set equal to audio output to 1 2 be switched to Master Audio out 5 REQUEST GROUP STATUS 0 1 3 Set equal to the group of 3 which status is required 6 REQUEST STATUS OF 0 1 3 MASTER AUDIO OUTPUT 8 BREAKAWAY SETTING 0 0 Audio follow video 2 1 Audio breakaway 11 REQUEST BREAKAWAY 0 0 3 SETTING 16 ERROR Don t care 0 Invalid instruction 4 1 Out of range 18 RESET MACHINE 0 0 1 22 SET AUDIO GAIN OF AUDIO 1 5 Gain value 7 OUTPUT 24 INCREASE DECREASE AUDIO 1 5 0 Increase gain 8 GAIN 1 Decrease gain 25 REQUEST GAIN PE 0 Video gain 3 9 1 Audio gain 30 LOCK FRONT PANEL 0 Panel unlocked 0 1 Panel locked 31 REQUEST WHETHER PANEL 0 0 3 IS LOCKED 44 MEDIA CONTROL Set equal to switch number Switch data 45 REQUEST MEDIA CONTROL Set equal to switch number 0 SETTINGS 57 SET AUTO SAVE 1 Autosave Don t care 5 2 No save 61 IDENTIFY MACHINE 1 or 2 Machine name 0 request first 4 digits 6 3 or 4 Program version 1 request first suffix 10 request first prefix 62 DEFINE MACHINE 1 Number of inputs 1
9. po po Do 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 Usethe supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components FCC and CEapproved using STPcable for twisted pair products 52 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit our Web site www kramerelectronics com where updates to this user manual may be found We welcome your questions comments and feedback Safety Warning Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening servicing Caution 9001 32 QS al Institute of Quality amp Control Kramer Electronics Ltd Web site www kramerelectronics com E mail info kramerel com P N 2900 000155 REV 5
10. VP 23RC Master Audio Selector Hex Table Master Audio Selector Group Audio OUT Audio Master OUT Composite Video Audio OUT 02 81 81 81 s Video Audio OUT 02 82 81 81 VGA Audio OUT 02 83 81 81 Microphone 02 84 81 81 Disconnect All 02 80 81 81 12 1 Audio Gain Control Hex Tables The following tables describe the audio gain controls Table 14 Set the Audio Output Gain Control for the Groups Audio Gain Control for Groups Composite Video s Video VGA Notes 16 81 8081 16 82 80 81 16 83 80 81 Mute 1681 EC 81 16 82 EC 81 16 83 EC 81 OdB 1 1 16 81 FF 81 16 82 FF 81 16 83 FF 81 9dB Table 15 Set the Audio Output Gain Control for the Microphone Audio Gain Control for Microphone 16 84 80 81 Mute 16 84 CD 81 16 84 FF 81 Maximum Hex Table Table 16 Set the Audio Output Gain Control for the Master Audio Audio Gain Control for Master Out 16 85 80 81 Mute 16 85 F9 81 0dB 16 85 FF 81 3dB Table 17 Increase or Decrease the Audio Output Gain by One Step Composite s Video VGA Microphone Master Out Video Increase 18 81 80 81 18 82 80 81 18 83 80 81 18 84 8081 18 85 80 81 Decrease 1881 81 81 18 82 81 81 18 83 81 81 18 84 81 81 18 85 81 81 48 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Communication Protocol 13 Communication Protocol This protocol which enables RS 232 communication between the VP 23RC and the PC uses 4 bytes
11. and fill in the details as shown in Figure 15 7 Click OK Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties 2x General You can get IP settings assigned automatically if your network supports this capability Otherwise you need to ask your network administrator for the appropriate IP settings Obtain an IP address automatically Use the following IP address JP address 192 168 1 2 Subnet mask 255 255 0 Default gateway Obtain DNS server address automatically 1 6 Use the following DNS server addresses Preferred DNS server Altemate DNS server L Advanced Figure 15 Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties Window Remember to restore your previous PC settings after setting the VP 23RC IP If the Media Room Controller is not yet configured you can control via the Ethernet the Presentation Switcher section only 8 3 3 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub Straight Through Cable After initially configuring the ETHERNET port you can connect the Ethernet port of the VP 23RC to the Ethernet port on a network hub or network router via a straight through cable with RJ 45 connectors 27 Operating Your VP 23RC 9 Operating Your VP 23RC This section describes the e Front panel buttons see section 9 1 VP 23RC button configuration see section 9 2 e Media Room Control section operation see section 9 3 e Presentation Switcher section operation
12. and the Media Room Controller section each of which can be operated independently or in tandem 3 3 1 1 Understanding the Presentation Switcher Section The Presentation Switcher section includes three independent 4x1 audio video switchers and a master audio switcher The VP 23RC Presentation Switcher section features e Three sets of four selector buttons for composite video and audio s Video and audio and VGA UXGA and audio and four master audio selector buttons CV s Video VGA UXGA and Mic Each of these 16 selector buttons lets you select the inputs to switch to the outputs and can be configured to carry out a sequence of up to 15 commands a macro so that when pressing a configured button the switching action is followed by a macro sequence e VGA UXGA video bandwidth of 350MHz to ensure transparent performance even in the most critical applications and is HDTV compatible e Composite SDI video bandwidth of 650MHz s Video bandwidth of 385MHz and a CAT 5 bandwidth of 158MHz 1 A 4x1 switcher for composite video and audio a 4x1 switcher for s Video and audio and a 4x1 switcher for computer graphics VGA UXGA signals with audio 2 That routes one of the pre selected audio inputs from these three switchers to two separate outputs 3 By the system integrator 3 Overview 3 1 2 Digital microphone input level control and digital master audio level control Microphone talk over mode A
13. away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust 3 4 Terminology Used in this User Manual Table 1 defines some terms that are used in this user manual Table 1 Terminology Used in this User Manual Term Definition 802 3 The standard specification for ETHERNET that is maintained by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers IEEE Dynamic Host Allows the network administrator to distribute IP addresses from a central point and Configuration automatically send a new IP address when an Ethernet point is plugged into a different Protocol DHCP network location Gateway A network position serving as an entry to another network On the Internet a node or stopping point can be either a gateway node or a host end point node IP Address A 32 binary digit number that identifies each sender or receiver within a network via particular server or workstation of data HTML pages or e mails that is sent in packets across the Internet Every device connected to an IP network must have a unique IP address This address is used to reference the specific unit Local Area Network LAN Computers sharing a common communications line or wireless link which often share a server within a defined geographic area Media Access Control MAC A computer s unique hardware number or address in a LAN or other network On an Ethernet LAN the MAC address is identical to the Ethernet address Pr
14. corner of the window The Device Selection window appears 39 Flash Memory Upgrade Device Selection Device 89 5115 j OK Figure 25 Device Selection Window 4 Click the button next to the name of the device and select from the list AT89C51RD2 Atmel Flip 1 8 8 No device selected Device 89 5115 89 5115 89 5131 89 5132 AT89C51ED2 89 511 2 AT89CS1ID2 ATB9C51RB2 Serial A Tg9c51RC2 89 515 1 8 5122 4 89 51 2 tescsiccor T89CS1CCO2 89 511 2 T89C51RB2 89 51 2 T89C51RD2 8 5121 E Comm OFF Figure 26 Selecting the Device from the Selection Window 5 Click OK and select Load Hex from the File menu 40 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Flash Memory Upgrade 6 Atmel Flip 1 8 8 129 Buffer Device Settings Help Load HEX 49 E P E ad bud Save HEX watt Bead Configuration File F4 Buffer Information Save Configuration As Size Kbytes Blank ER Range 0000 FBFF Checksum FBO400 Offset 0000 No Reset Before Loading HEHEHE X Xx x HEX File Serial Number x 313 Comm OFF Figure 27 Loading the Hex The Open File window opens Select the correct HEX file that contains the updated version of the firmware for VP 23RC for exa
15. the MIC input to the appropriate output Selected master outputs MASTER OUT and or input buttons illuminate SPKR OUT m AUDIO LEVEL Talk Adjust MIC 0 0 Adjust MASTER mute the audio press the master audio signal Level audio signa illuminated button for more than output with the eve 2 seconds microphone Step 7 Operate the machine Operate via the front panel buttons IR remote control 5 485 R5 252 and ETHERNET KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Overview 3 Overview This section describes e Using shielded twisted pair STP unshielded twisted pair UTP see section 6 3 e The VP 23RC see section 3 1 Presentation Switcher section see section 3 1 1 Media Room Controller see section 3 1 2 Means of control see section 3 1 3 e Anexample of how to connect the VP 23RC see section 3 2 e Recommendations for achieving the best performance see section 3 3 e Terminology used in this user manual see section 3 4 About the VP 23RC The VP 23RC is a high quality all in one Presentation Switcher and Media Room Controller which lets you control A V equipment and room items such as window blinds room lights and a projector lift The VP 23RC includes two major sections the Presentation Switcher section
16. the Media Room Controller In the following example illustrated in Figure 18 the VP 23RC is labeled with specific functions and each button is programmed to perform several tasks as defined in Table 10 Each button may be assigned with up to 15 commands Table 10 The Commands Configuration Button The Macro Sequence MEDIA ROOM CONTROLLER Power up the projector 2 3 a l e Power up the DVD player e Power up the video player e Roll down the projector screen e Lower down the projector from the ceiling e 1 minute delay for the projector to heat up Turn lights off e Close blinds 5 6 7 8 30 second delay for blinds to close e The projector selects the PC input Figure 18 Labels Setup 2 e Open blinds e Turn lights on e 30 second delay for blinds to open e Power down the projector e Liftthe projector up to the ceiling e Stop the DVD player e Power down the DVD player e Stop the video player e Power down the video player e Roll up the projector screen 3 e Stop the video player e The projector selects the DVD input e Play the DVD e Audio level up 5 e Stop the DVD e Stop the VCR e The projector selects a PC input 6 e Stop the DVD e The projector selects the VCR input e Play the VCR 7 e Signals for technical assistance 8 e Audio level down 1 This is only one example among numerous possibilities each button can be configured as required
17. the front panel buttons 14 TALK OVER Button Push the button to activate talk over 4 2 The VP 23RC Rear Panel Figure 3 and Table 3 define the rear panel of the VP 23RC 1 Used by the system integrator only see section 9 2 2 Each button when pressed can also execute a macro sequence of up to 15 programmed commands as configured by the system integrator 3 MASTER OUT and SPKR OUT 4 With the TALK OVER button selected speaking into the microphone amplifies the voice of the speaker overriding and fading out all other audio channels However pressing the MIC button in the Master Audio Selector renders the Talk Over function inactive 10 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Your Presentation Switcher Controller OOOO OOOOM 909 9 6 OUT YICOUT UXGAOUT MASTER OUT SPKR OUT ReLay4 REAY2 REAY3 181 182 3 5 232 mL ETHERNET CONTROLLER UXGAIN 1 UXGAIN2 UXGAIN3 L G R L G R L G R L G R CV IN 1 N 3 VIDEO SWITCHER CONTROL cv our UXGAIN 1 UXGAINS URC FATS d Fun peo 9 UXGA OUT PROG GBA YIC IN 2 YIC IN 4 UXGA IN 2 UXGA IN 4 708 19 20 27 22 2 24 25 26 27 28 Figure 3 VP 23RC Presentation Switcher Controller Rear View 11 Your Presentation Switcher Controller Table 3 Rear Panel VP 23RC Presentation Switcher Controller Features
18. 2 To insert labels refer to the Kramer RC configuration and Installation Guide PDF file located in the technical support section on our Web site http www kramerelectronics com 3 By the system integrator 4 A macro sequence including up to 15 commands per button carried out one after the other 32 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating Your VP 23RC 9 3 2 An Example of Operating the VP 23RC Figure 19 shows an operating example Operating Example The presenter places the laptop on the podium and connects It to the PC input The lecture includes a short introduction by the presenter a slide show presentation via the laptop a DVD program more slides a video film and some final slides to conclude the lecture Following the introduction the presenter presses the MEDIA ROOM CONTROLLER buttone the following sequence Turn on the projector DVD player video player and receiver roll down the screen turn off the lights close the blinds and start the slide show via the laptop Select the DVD input on the projector and play the DVD Adjust the audio volume throughout the lecture Select the PC input on the projector and resume the slide show Select the VCR input on the projector and show the video film Select the PC input on the projector and show the last few slides of the presentation Open the blinds turn on the lights power down the projector DVD player video player and receiver and roll up the
19. 3RC Presentation Switcher Section Figure 6 Connecting the Balanced Stereo Audio Input Output Figure 7 Connecting the Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input Figure 8 Connecting the Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output Figure 9 CAT 5 PINOUT Figure 10 Connecting the VP 23RC Media Room Controller Section Figure 11 Connecting a PC without using a Null modem Adapter Figure 12 Default Dipswitch Settings Figure 13 Control Configuration via RS 232 and RS 485 Figure 14 Local Area Connection Properties Window Figure 15 Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties Window Figure 16 Example of a Typical Media Room Controller Section Configuration Figure 17 Example of a Typical Setup in the Lecture Auditorium Figure 18 Labels Setup Figure 19 VP 23RC Operation Example Figure 20 Separate Switcher Mode Figure 21 Switching in the Master Audio Mode Figure 22 Presentation Switcher Macro Sequence Example Figure 23 Splash Screen 34 34 34 35 37 38 38 38 38 39 43 43 43 44 44 45 46 47 47 49 6 9 11 13 16 17 17 17 18 20 23 24 25 26 27 30 31 32 33 35 36 37 39 ii KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Contents Figure 24 Figure 25 Figure 26 Figure 27 Figure 28 Figure 29 Figure 30 Figure 31 Tables Atmel Flip Window Device Selection Window Selecting the Device from the Selection Window Loading the Hex RS 232 Window Atmel Flip Window Connected Atmel Flip Window Operati
20. CAT 5 output with a transmission range of more than 300 feet over 100 meters that transmits VGA UXGA signals to a remote acceptor via a receiver An internal 5 Watt per channel 24kHz 3dB power amplifier for connecting the speakers directly to the machine A panel LOCK button to prevent tampering with the front panel Recall of the previous setup from non volatile memory Audio output level change via 5 232 Understanding the Media Room Controller Section The Media Room Controller section controls A V equipment especially projectors and associated equipment in media rooms such as classrooms boardrooms or auditoriums as well as room functions such as lights blinds a projector lift and or a screen motor The VP 23RC Media Room Controller section includes Eight configurable buttons to set up any supported commands An Ethernet port for configuration and control Two bidirectional RS 232 serial ports for universal display for example projectors and control of the VP 23RC or other switcher Four relays for the simplified and centralized control of room functions such as lights blinds screen settings and so on The relays have normally open NO and normally closed NC contacts Three IR control ports An IR learner for the customized remote transmitters without the need for an external unit IR remote control Macro mode operation for programming up to 15 commands with the press of a single button Firmw
21. HERNET Port via a Network Hub Straight Through Cable 27 9 Operating Your VP 23RC 28 9 1 The Front Panel Buttons 28 9 2 Configuration of the VP 23RC 29 9 3 Media Room Controller Section Operation 29 9 3 1 Operating the Media Room Controller 32 9 3 2 Example of Operating the VP 23RC 33 9 3 3 Using the Media Room Controller Macro Buttons 33 Contents 9 3 4 Turning the Light of the Backlit Buttons On and Off 9 4 The Presentation Switcher Section Operation 9 4 1 Independent Switchers Mode 9 4 2 The Master Audio Mode 9 4 3 The Presentation Switcher SELECTOR Buttons Macro Sequence 10 Flash Memory Upgrade 10 1 Flash Memory Upgrade for the Presentation Switcher Section 10 1 1 Downloading from the Internet 10 1 2 Connecting the PC to the RS 232 Port 10 1 3 Upgrading the Firmware 10 2 Flash Memory Upgrade for the Media Room Controller Section 10 2 1 Downloading from the Internet 10 2 2 Connecting the PC to the RS 232 Port 10 2 3 Upgrading Firmware 10 2 4 Installing the Web Applet 10 3 Troubleshooting Firmware Upgrade Issues 11 Technical Specifications 12 Hex Table 12 1 Audio Gain Control Hex Tables 13 Communication Protocol Figures Figure 1 VP 23RC Configuration Example Figure 2 VP 23RC Presentation Switcher Controller Front View Figure 3 VP 23RC Presentation Switcher Controller Rear View Figure 4 VP 23RC Presentation Switcher Controller Underside View Figure 5 Connecting the VP 2
22. Kramer Electronics Ltd USER MANUAL Model VP 23RC Presentation Switcher Controller Contents Contents 1 Introduction 1 2 Getting Started 1 2 1 Quick Start 1 3 Overview 3 3 1 About the VP 23RC 3 311 Understanding the Presentation Switcher Section 3 3 1 2 Understanding the Media Room Controller Section 4 3 1 3 Controlling the VP 23RC 5 3 2 Connecting the VP 23RC Rear Panel 6 3 3 Recommendations for Achieving the Best Performance 7 3 4 Terminology Used in this User Manual 7 4 Your Presentation Switcher Controller 8 4 1 The VP 23RC Front Panel 8 4 2 The VP 23RC Rear Panel 10 4 3 VP 23RC Underside Panel 13 5 Installing the VP 23RC on a Rack 14 6 Connecting the VP 23RC Presentation Switcher Section 15 6 1 Connecting the Balanced Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input Output 17 6 2 Wiring the CAT 5 LINE OUT RJ 45 Connector 18 6 3 Shielded Twisted Pair STP Unshielded Twisted Pair UTP 18 7 Connecting to the Media Room Controller Equipment 19 7 1 Setting the Media Room Controller PROGRAM Dipswitches 21 7 1 1 Factory Reset 21 8 Controlling the VP 23RC 22 8 1 Controlling the VP 23RC via a PC 22 8 1 1 Connecting an RS 232 port to a PC 23 8 2 Controlling Additional Kramer Machines via RS 232 and RS 485 24 8 2 1 Presentation Switcher Section Dipswitches 24 8 3 Controlling via the ETHERNET 25 8 3 1 Connecting the ETHERNET Port directly to a PC Crossover Cable 26 8 3 2 Configuring Your PC 26 8 3 3 Connecting the ET
23. NC C is Common NO is Normally Open and NC is Normally Closed 4 VP 23RC has three IR emitters In this example only two IR emitters are connected 5 Refer to the cables user manuals for installation instructions In addition two IR Emitter Extension Cables are also available a 15 meter cable and a 20 meter cable 6 In this example only Port 1 is connected but you can also connect the RS 232 port 2 to a display or other device or if required connect it to a PC for firmware upgrade see section 10 2 19 Connecting to the Media Room Controller Equipment Composite Video Player Computer Graphics Source Lighting Projector Lift System Figure 10 Connecting the VP 23RC Media Room Controller Section 20 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting to the Media Room Controller Equipment 7 1 Setting the Media Room Controller PROGRAM Dipswitches The PROGRAM dipswitches are located in the CONTROLLER area of the rear panel see section 7 1 Table 6 defines the PROGRAM dipswitch settings Table 6 PROGRAM Dipswitch Settings DIPS Description ON for Firmware Upgrade see section 10 2 Not used ON for Factory Reset see section 7 1 1 Not used 7 1 1 Factory Reset Factory reset clears all the button macro configurations serial ports definition and also returns the IP number Gateway and Net mask to their preset default settings
24. a receiver for example the TP 120 see section 3 2 Some Kramer twisted pair products include the Power Connect feature The VP 23RC does not have this feature 18 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting to the Media Room Controller Equipment Connecting to the Media Room Controller Equipment To connect VP 23RC Media Room Controller section as the example illustrated in Figure 10 shows do the following 1 Connectthe RELAY terminal block connectors as follows Connect RELAY 1 to the blinds Connect RELAY 2 to the lighting system Connect RELAY 3 to the projector lift Connect RELAY 4 to the screen 2 Connect the IR terminal block connectors via the Kramer IR Emitter Control Cable C A35 IRE 10 as follows Connect IR 1 to the composite video player connected to CV IN 1 on the VP 23RC Connect IR 2 to the s Video player connected to Y C IN 1 on the VP 23RC 3 Connect the RS 232 port 1 to the projector Set the PROGRAM dipswitches see section 7 1 5 Connect the power cord Upon completion of the installation and before operation the VP 23RC needs to be configured by the system integrator see section 9 2 1 You do not need to connect all the items 2 Note that Figure 10 emphasizes the connections related to the Media Room Controller section other connections are grayed out 3 On each 3 pole terminal block connector connect either C to NO or to
25. applicable only to firmware version 26 0 and higher and requires RC Configuration Software version 1 26 0 38 and higher 44 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Flash Memory Upgrade 10 3 Troubleshooting Firmware Upgrade Issues If the RC device does not communicate and it is impossible to perform the flash upgrade procedure the problem may sometimes be solved by performing the factory default restore procedure To restore the factory default settings do the following 1 2 Turn off the VP 23RC unit In the CONTROLLER area of the rear panel set DIP switch 3 ON for factory reset Turn on the machine Wait for about 5 seconds factory default is now complete but the machine has to be restarted to function properly Turn off the machine Turn off the factory default DIP switch Turn on the machine 45 Technical Specifications 11 Technical Specifications Table 11 includes the technical specifications Table 11 Technical Specifications of the VP 23RC Presentation Switcher Controller PORTS CONTROLLER 2 RS 232 on a terminal block connector and a DB 9M 1 ETHERNET RJ 45 port INPUTS 4 VGA XGA on 15 pin HD connectors 4 s Video 1 Vpp Y 0 3Vpp C 75 on 4 pin connectors 4 composite video 1Vpp 75 on BNC connectors Each input is accompanied by the appropriate balanced stereo audio channels 4dBm 50 on detachable terminal block connectors Mic 3mV 10
26. are upgrade support 1 The microphone input signal lowers the line audio output level when the connected microphone detects sound 2 Excludes audio 3 Including the A V equipment connected to the VP 23RC Presentation Switcher section 4 Also for controlling the Presentation Switcher section 5 The RS 232 terminal block port item 14 in Figure 3 is also used for firmware upgrade KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Overview 3 1 3 X Controlling the VP 23RC Control the VP 23RC using the front panel buttons or remotely via RS232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system PC or other serial controller e The Kramer Infrared remote control transmitter The ETHERNET The VP 23RC is dependable rugged and fits into two vertical spaces 2U of a standard 19 professional rack 1 The RS 232 port item 24 in Figure 3 located in the SWITCHER CONTROL area of the rear panel 2 The Ethernet port is located in the CONTROLLER area of the rear panel and is also used for configuration of the media room controller section by the system integrator Overview 3 2 Connecting the VP 23RC Rear Panel The VP 23RC can be connected in different configurations integrating the Presentation Switcher section with the Media Room Controller section The block diagram in Figure 1 shows a VP 23RC configuration example Computer Graphics Source 6 Source Video Source IR Emitters Bli
27. ce If a button includes a macro sequence it will be executed when pressing that button ioco CV AUDIO SeLecToR MASTER AUDIO SELECTOR 1 2 3 2 6 0 evoe XCA 1 2 a 4 1 2 3 LL sveroqvicpAune LL CE OF UXGA Sources UXGA Acceptor Speakers CV Video Acceptor S Video Acceptor Figure 20 Separate Switcher Mode 9 4 2 Master Audio Mode In the master audio mode you can route an audio input signal from any of the A V switchers or from the microphone to the MASTER OUT and or SPKR OUT outputs Figure 21 shows a plasma display connected to the VP 23RC unit via the UXGA OUT HDISF connector and a pair of speakers connected to the SPKR OUT terminal block connector the Media Room Controller connections are not shown in this illustration If a button includes a macro sequence it will be executed when pressing that button 1 Pressin
28. e see section 10 2 DIP 3 is for factory reset DIP 2 and DIP 4 are not used see section 7 1 17 CV IN BNC Connectors Connect to the composite video sources 18 CV OUT BNC Connector Connect to the composite video acceptor 19 IN 4 pin Connectors Connect to the s Video sources 20 OUT 4 pin Connector Connect to the s Video acceptor 21 UXGA IN 15 pin HD Connectors Connect to the VGA UXGA video sources 22 UXGA OUT 15 pin HD Connector Connect to the VGA UXGA video acceptor 23 UXGA CAT5 OUT Connect to a remote computer graphics acceptor via RJ 45 Connector a receiver for example the TP 120 see section 3 2 24 RS 2329 pin D sub Port Connect to a PC to control the VP 23RC 25 FLASH PROG Button Push in to upgrade the Presentation Switcher section to the latest Kramer firmware see section 10 1 or release for Normal the factory default 26 t RS 485 Terminal Block Port Pins B and A are for RS 485 Pin may be 5 connected to the shield if required 27 S Dipswitches DIPs 1 2 and 3 are OFF DIP 4 is ON for RS 485 termination 28 Power Connector with Fuse AC connector enabling power supply to the unit 1 Both the MASTER OUT and the SPKR OUT terminal block connectors receive the same signal the MASTER OUT outputs the signal as it is while the SPKR OUT is amplified 2 From 1104 3 To configure the Media Room Controller section or control the VP 23RC via the ETHERNET 4 Port 1 can connec
29. e Color PIN Wire Color 1 Green White 1 Orange White 2 Green 2 Orange 3 Orange White 3 Green White 4 Blue 4 Blue 5 Blue White 5 Blue White 6 Orange 6 Green 7 Brown White 7 Brown White 8 Brown 8 Brown E eS Pair 1 4and5 Pair 1 4and5 Pair2 3and6 Pair 2 1and2 Pair3 1 2 Pair3 3and6 Pair4 7and8 Pair 4 7 and 8 12 45 78 36 6 3 Shielded Twisted Pair STP Unshielded Twisted Pair UTP We recommend that you use shielded twisted pair 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 which is intended for digital signals and for analog signals where skewing is not an issue is recommended for the VP 23RC For cases where there is skewing our UTP skew free cable Kramer BC XTP may be used Bear in mind though that we advise using STP cables where possible since the compliance to electromagnetic interference was tested using those cables Although unshielded twisted pair UTP cable might be preferred for long range applications the UTP cable should be installed far away from electric cables motors and so on which are prone to create electrical interference However since the use of UTP cable might cause inconformity to electromagnetic standards Kramer does not commit to meeting the standard with UTP cable You can connect to a remote computer graphics acceptor via
30. em adapter via a 3 wire split cable and connect the Null modem adapter to the RS 232 9 pin D sub port on your PC Set DIP 1 on the PROGRAM dipswitches located in the CONTROLLER area ON Connect the power on your machine 1 File names are liable to change from time to time 43 Flash Memory Upgrade 10 2 3 Upgrading Firmware Follow these steps to upgrade the firmware 1 Qu Qn 49 10 2 4 Double click the KFR Programmer desktop icon The KFR Programmer window appears see Figure 31 COM PORT C COM 1 Send COM 3 m C COM 4 m Figure 31 The KFR Programmer Window Select the required COM Port Press the File button to select the s 9 firmware file included in the package Press the Send button to download the file The Send button lights red Wait until downloading is completed and the red Send button turns off Set DIP 1 on the PROGRAM dipswitches located in the CONTROLLER area OFF Installing the Web Applet Follow these steps to install the Web Applet 1 2 Connect RC device to your PC through computer networking Start RC Configuration Software and connect to the RC device see RC Configuration and Installation Guide In the Device menu select Upgrade Applet option and browse to MC dat file included in the package Wait until uploading is completed and the success message appears Click OK 1 To which the VP 23RC is connected on your PC 2 This section is
31. g an illuminated button for more than 2 seconds will disconnect the output and the button will no longer illuminate 35 Operating Your VP 23RC 1 When pressing button 2 under the VGA UXGA AUDIO SELECTOR the UXGA IN 2 signal is routed to the display The VGA UXGA button under the MASTER AUDIO SELECTOR section automatically illuminates and the UXGA audio signal is routed to the OUT and the MASTER OUT terminal block connectors simultaneously After connecting a microphone to the MIC IN XLR connector the MIC button under the MASTER AUDIO SELECTOR section illuminates and the speakers output the MIC audio signal while retaining the UXGA display You can return to the UXGA audio output by pressing the VGA UXGA button under the MASTER AUDIO SELECTOR section once again 1 ar VODA fw I LL svorojvicpawossscroe _J L s wweotvic Aue seuecion L____ vawuxca aun Seco _J I Presenter s Microphone K UXGA Source Vicor UXGAOUT MASTER OUT VCN UXGAW UNGAIN UXGANG _UXGANG
32. g the ETHERNET Port directly to a PC Crossover Cable You can connect the Ethernet port of the VP 23RC to the Ethernet port on your PC via a crossover cable with RJ 45 connectors This type of connection is recommended for identification of the factory default IP Address of the VP 23RC and for the initial configuration see section 9 2 8 3 2 Configuring Your PC After connecting the Ethernet port configure your PC as follows 1 Right click the My Network Places icon on your desktop 2 Select Properties 3 Right click Local Area Connection Properties 4 Select Properties The Local Area Connection Properties window appears 5 Select the Internet Protocol TCP IP and click the Properties Button see Figure 14 Local Area Connection Properties 21x General Connect using Netfinity 10 100 Ethernet Adapter Components checked are used by this connection Client for Microsoft Networks 1 File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks TCP IP Install Uninstall Properties Description Transmission Control Protocol Intemet Protocol The default wide area network protocol that provides communication across diverse interconnected networks Show icon in taskbar when connected Figure 14 Local Area Connection Properties Window 26 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Controlling the VP 23RC 6 Select Use the following IP Address
33. hout using a Null modem Adapter 1 Select the RS 232 port according to your needs as defined in Table 7 2 For the male RS 232 port port 2 in the CONTROLLER area use a male to female adapter 23 Controlling the VP 23RC 8 2 Controlling Additional Kramer Machines via RS 232 and RS 485 You can cascade other Kramer machines together with the VP 23RC via the RS 485 port and control them via the SWITCHER CONTROL 5 232 port using a PC To connect two Kramer VP 8x8A machines to the VP 23RC via RS 485 as illustrated in the example in Figure 13 do the following 1 8 2 1 Connect the audio video sources and acceptors on the VP 23RC and on the additional Kramer machines refer to the relevant user manuals for installation instructions Connect the RS 232 port on the VP 23RC unit to the PC using the Null modem adapter provided with the machine recommended as section 8 1 1 describes Connect the RS 485 terminal block port on the VP 23RC to the RS 485 port on the first VP 8x8A Connect the RS 485 port on the first VP 8x8A to the RS 485 port on the second VP 8x8A machine Set the dipswitches as follows Set the Machine number of each of the other units to a machine number other than machine number 1 Set Dip 4 ON on the VP 23RC RS 485 TERM and terminate the RS 485 line on the last unit The Presentation Switcher Section Dipswitches The Switcher setup dipswitches are located in the SWITCHER CONTROL area of the rear
34. mple 23RCM_VIp2 hex and click Open Press the keyboard shortcut key F3 or select the Communication RS232 command from the Settings menu or press the keys Alt SCR The RS232 window appears Change the COM port according to the configuration of your computer and select the 9600 baud rate RS232 mm ks 1 Pott COM2 Baud 3600 Manual Syne Connect Disconnect syne Figure 28 RS 232 Window Click Connect In the Atmel Flip window in the Operations Flow column the Run button is active and the name of the chip appears as the name of the third column AT89C5IRD2 Verify that in the Buffer Information column the HEX File VP23RC hex appears 41 Flash Memory Upgrade Atmel Flip 1 8 8 Ries EA e E 81313113 Figure 29 Atmel Flip Window Connected 9 Click Run After each stage of the operation is completed the check box for that stage becomes colored green When the operation is completed all 4 check boxes will be colored green and the status bar message Memory Verify Pass appears Atmel Flip 1 8 8 CE slol mla Emm 9 ov a ga 9 L 4 Figure 30 Atmel Flip Window Operation Completed 10 Close the Atmel Flip window 11 Disconnect the power on the VP 23RC 1 See also the blue progress indicator on
35. nds BGO BOBH gs Lighting ros Eon CUIU 0000 5 Screen Setting Switcher Control to Video Receiver Projector Acceptor Projector Lift Figure 1 VP 23RC Configuration Example In this example e Three VIDEO sources are connected to the inputs e The three VIDEO outputs are all connected to the same projector e The projector is connected to the RS 232 port in the CONTROLLER area e Two of the video sources are also connected to the IR terminal blocks A CAT 5 UXGA receiver is connected e Various room items are connected to the RELAY terminal blocks microphone and speakers are connected as well as the audio inputs and outputs 6 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Overview To connect the VP 23RC as illustrated in the block diagram in Figure 1 e Connect the A V equipment to the Presentation Switcher section see section 6 e Connect the A V equipment and room items to Media Room Controller section see section 7 3 3 Recommendations for Achieving the Best Performance To achieve the best performance e Connect only good quality connection cables thus avoiding interference deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching and elevated noise levels often associated with low quality cables e Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances and position your Kramer VP 23RC
36. o inputs and outputs see section 6 1 6 The receiver receives the CAT 5 signal decodes it and outputs it toa VGA acceptor 7 Use the Con Dyn switch refer to the rear panel item 2 in Figure 3 to select a dynamic microphone or a condenser 15 Connecting the VP 23RC Presentation Switcher Section 8 Ifrequired connect a PC to the RS 232 port see section 8 1 1 Speakers Composite Video Player N Computer Graphics Source Projector Display Figure 5 Connecting the VP 23RC Presentation Switcher Section 16 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting the VP 23RC Presentation Switcher Section 6 1 Connecting the Balanced Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input Output Figure 6 illustrates how to wire a balanced input output connection Figure 6 Connecting the Balanced Stereo Audio Input Output Figure 7 illustrates how to wire an unbalanced input Figure 7 Connecting the Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input Figure 8 illustrates how to wire an unbalanced acceptor to the balanced output of the unit Figure 8 Connecting the Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output 17 Connecting the VP 23RC Presentation Switcher Section 6 2 Wiring the CAT 5 LINE OUT RJ 45 Connector Table 5 and Figure 9 define the CAT 5 PINOUT using a straight pin to pin cable with RJ 45 connectors Table 5 CAT 5 PINOUT Figure 9 CAT 5 PINOUT EIA TIA 568A EIA TIA 568B PIN Wir
37. o 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 y 54 a 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 that 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 you can download it at http www kramerelectronics com 14 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting the VP 23RC Presentation Switcher Section 6 Connecting the VP 23RC Presentation Switcher Section To connect the VP 23RC Presentation Switcher section as illustrated in the example in Figure 5 do the following 1 Connect the following video sources composite video source for example a composite video player to the CV IN 1 BNC connector s Video source for example an s Video player to the Y C IN 1 4 pin connector One VGA UXGA source for example a computer graphics source to the UXGA IN 1 15 pin HD connector 2 Connect the acceptors to a projector as follows com
38. of information and data is at 9600 baud no parity 8 data bits and 1 stop bit Table 18 Protocol Definitions MSB LSB DESTINATION INSTRUCTION 0 D N5 N4 N3 N2 N1 NO 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 1st byte INPUT 1 0 0 0 0 12 1 10 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 2nd byte OUTPUT 1 0 0 0 0 0 O1 00 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 3rd byte MACHINE NUMBER 1 0 0 0 M3 M2 M1 Mo 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 4th byte 1st BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 0 D DESTINATION This bit is always low when sending from the PC to the switchers and high for information sent to the PC N5 N0 INSTRUCTION These 6 bits define the function that is to be performed by the switcher s 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 N0 2nd BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 1 Bits 3 6 Defined as 0 12 10 INPUT For disconnect set as 0 For other operations these bits are defined according to Table 19 3rd BYTE Bit 7 defined as 1 Bits 2 6 defined as 0 OI O0 OUTPUT For operations these bits are defined according to Table 19 4th BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 1 Bits 3 6 Defined as 0 M3 M0 MACHINE NUMBER MACHINE NUMBER DIPSWITCH CODE 1 49 Communication Protocol
39. older for example C Program Files Kramer Flash 3 Create a shortcut on your desktop to the file FLIP EXE 10 1 2 Connecting the PC to the RS 232 Port Before installing the latest Kramer firmware version on a VP 23RC unit do the following 1 Connect the RS 232 DBO rear panel port in the SWITCHER CONTROL area to the Null modem adapter via a 9 wire flat cable and connect the Null modem adapter to the RS 232 DB9 port on your PC as in section 8 1 1 2 On the rear panel push in the FLASH PROG button to program using a screwdriver Connect the power on the VP 23RC unit and switch it ON 4 Ontheunderside panel push in the RESET button see Figure 4 using a screwdriver 1 The files indicated in this section are given as an example only These file names are liable to change from time to time 38 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Flash Memory Upgrade 10 1 3 Upgrading the Firmware Follow these steps to upgrade the firmware for the Presentation Switcher section 1 Double click the desktop icon Shortcut to FLIP EXE The Splash screen appears as follows Figure 23 Splash Screen 2 After a few seconds the Splash screen is replaced by the Atmel Flip window Atmel Flip 1 8 8 rAr EAA Ir Figure 24 Atmel Flip Window 3 Press the keyboard shortcut key F2 or select the Select command from the Device menu or press the integrated circuit icon in the upper right
40. on Completed The KFR Programmer Window Table 1 Terminology Used in this User Manual Table 2 Front Panel VP 23RC Presentation Switcher Controller Features Table 3 Rear Panel VP 23RC Presentation Switcher Controller Features Table 4 VP 23RC Underside Panel Features Table 5 CAT 5 PINOUT Table 6 PROGRAM Dipswitch Settings Table 7 Connecting an RS 232 Port to a PC Table 8 Dipswitch Settings Table 9 Connection Scheme for the example in Figure 16 Table 10 Table 11 Table 12 Table 13 Table 14 Table 15 Table 16 Table 17 Table 18 Table 19 The Commands Configuration Technical Specifications of the VP 23RC Presentation Switcher Controller VP 23RC Hex Table VP 23RC Master Audio Selector Hex Table Set the Audio Output Gain Control for the Groups Set the Audio Output Gain Control for the Microphone Set the Audio Output Gain Control for the Master Audio Increase or Decrease the Audio Output Gain by One Step Protocol Definitions Instruction Codes 39 40 40 41 41 42 42 44 7 10 12 13 18 21 23 24 30 32 46 47 47 47 47 48 48 49 50 iii Introduction 2 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 m
41. ost of our line making the best even better Our 1 000 plus different models now appear in 11 groups that are clearly defined by function Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VP 23RC Presentation Switcher Controller which is ideal for e Controlling multimedia rooms such as classrooms auditoriums conference rooms and so on e Production studios rental and staging The package includes e VP 23RC e Windows based Kramer control software and Kramer RC Configuration software Null modem adapter power cord and one 3 5mm to IR emitter control cable e Kramer RC IR2 Infrared Remote Control Transmitter including the required batteries and a separate user manual 3 e This user manual 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 Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables Quick Start This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation 1 GROUP 1 Distribution Amplifiers GROUP 2 Switchers and Matrix Switchers GROUP 3 Control Systems GROUP 4 Format Standards Converters GROUP 5 Range Extenders and Repeaters GROUP 6 Specialty AV Products GROUP 7 Scan Converters and Scalers GROUP 8 Cables and Connectors GROUP 9 Room Connectivity GROUP 10 Accessories and Rack Adapters GROUP 11 Sierra Products 2 We recommend that
42. otocol TCP IP Address Transmission The basic communication language or protocol of the Internet that breaks the message Control into appropriately sized packets for the network and can be used as a communications Protocol Internet protocol in an intranet or an extranet 1 Such as DVD players video players speakers and so on Your Presentation Switcher Controller 4 Your Presentation Switcher Controller The VP 23RC front and rear panels relate in the following way e The Presentation Switcher section relates to the AUDIO VIDEO and SWITCHER CONTROL areas on the rear panel e The Media Room Controller section relates to the CONTROLLER area on the rear panel e The Power connector the RS 232 port in the SWITCHER CONTROL AREA and the ETHERNET port are common to both sections This section describes the VP 23RC e Front panel see section 4 1 e Rear panel see section 4 2 e Underside panel see section 4 3 4 1 The VP 23RC Front Panel Figure 2 and Table 2 define the front panel of the VP 23RC 8 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Your Presentation Switcher Controller VIDEO CV AUDIO SELECTOR MASTER AUDIO SELECTOR 4 S VIDEO VGAIUXGA LL svesovic Auso SELECTOR mmm LL VGAUXGA AUDIO SELECTOR ae Presentation Switcher Controller VP 23RC Figure 2 VP 23RC Presentation Switcher Controller Front View Your Presentation Switcher Controller
43. panel Table 8 and Figure 12 define the factory default dipswitch settings Table 8 Dipswitch Settings thi RS 485 TERM TERM OFF for no RS 485 Line Termination DIPS Function Description 1 2 3 Not used Set to OFF 4 RS 485 ON for RS 485 Line Termination with 1200 ON 1 But not other VP 23RC machines 2 By default all dipswitches are set to OFF Figure 12 Default Dipswitch Settings 24 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Controlling the VP 23RC 4 3 8 3 2 g VP 23RC WOW TOU EO UNA D SWITCHER CONTROL 4 AUDIO ne VIDEO H Yicour UXGAINT Machine 2 5 8 3 VP 8x8A Figure 13 Control Configuration via RS 232 and RS 485 8 3 Controlling via the ETHERNET You can control the VP 23RC via the Ethernet as well as configure the Media Room Controller buttons and the Presentation Switcher SELECTOR buttons 1 Done by the system integrator see section 9 2 25 Controlling the VP 23RC Before using the VP 23RC via a network hub or network router make sure that e The IP number of the machine is defined on the network subnet and that its number is unique in the local network e A Firewall is not preventing access to the device If you need further assistance contact your system integrator 8 3 1 Connectin
44. perature range 5 to 45 C 41 to 113 F Operating humidity range 10 to 90 RHL non condensing Storage temperature range 20910 70 4 to 158 F Storage humidity range 5 to 95 RHL non condensing N 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 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 t
45. posite video CV OUT BNC connector to the composite video input of the projector s Video Y C OUT 4 pin connector to the s Video input of the projector The VGA UXGA UXGA OUT 15 pin HD connector to the VGA UXGA input of the projector 3 Connect the appropriate balanced audio sources and acceptors not shown in Figure 5 4 Ifrequired connect the MASTER OUT terminal block connector not shown in Figure 5 see section 9 4 2 5 Connectthe SPKR OUT block connector to a pair of loudspeakers by connecting the left loudspeaker to the L and L terminal block connectors and the right loudspeaker to the and the R terminal block connectors Do not Ground the loudspeakers 6 Connect the UXGA CATS OUT twisted pair connector see section 6 2 to a line receiver for example the TP 120 XGA Line Receiver which is connected to a remote display 7 If required connect a dynamic or a condenser microphone to the MIC IN XLR connector 1 You do not need to connect all the inputs 2 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VP 23RC After connecting your VP 23RC switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device 3 Although in this example only one source is connected you can connect all of the four inputs that is 12 in total 4 In this example a projector is used but you can also connect separate outputs such as displays or video recorders 5 To connect audi
46. r and set the port to 5002 22 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Controlling the VP 23RC 8 1 1 Connecting an RS 232 port to a PC You can connect a PC to the VP 23RC via an RS 232 port as defined in Table 7 Table 7 Connecting an RS 232 Port to a PC RS 232 Rear Panel Port Location For Port 1 in the CONTROLLER area Media Room Controller firmware upgrade see section 10 2 RS 232 port in the SWITCHER Presentation Switcher firmware upgrade see section 10 1 CONTROL area lon Swiener irmwars upgrage e Controlling the VP 23RC via PC see section 8 e Controlling other Kramer machines that are connected to the VP 23RC via RS 485 see section 8 2 To connect a PC using the Null modem adapter provided with the machine recommended method Connect the RS 232 9 pin D sub rear panel port on VP 23RC to the Null modem adapter via a 9 wire flat cable and connect the Null modem adapter to the RS 232 9 pin D sub port on your PC To connect without using a Null modem adapter e Connect the RS 232 9 pin D sub port on your PC to the RS 232 9 pin D sub rear panel port on the VP 23RC as Figure 11 illustrates PIN 5 Connected to PIN 5 Ground PIN 3 Connected to PIN 2 PIN 2 Connected to PIN 3 Female DB9 From PC Male DB9 PIN 4 Connected to PIN 6 PINS 8 7 1 Connected together If a Shielded cable is used connect the shield to PIN 5 Figure 11 Connecting a PC wit
47. r section has two operation modes e The Independent Switchers mode see section 9 4 1 e The Master Audio mode see section 9 4 2 In both operation modes if configured the SELECTOR buttons once pressed execute a sequence of configured commands see section 9 4 3 941 The Independent Switchers Mode In the independent switchers mode the three switchers of the VP 23RC operate independently from each other as illustrated in Figure 20 the Media Room Controller connections are not shown in this illustration You can route one of the 4 CV inputs one of the 4 Y C inputs and one of the 4 VGA UXGA inputs to the corresponding CV Y C and UXGA outputs respectively To switch an input to an output e Press button from the set of four buttons in the VIDEO CV AUDIO SELECTOR section and or e One button from the set of four buttons in the s VIDEO Y C AUDIO SELECTOR section and or e One button from the set of four buttons in the VGA UXGA Audio SELECTOR section 1 Including the button you kept pressed to stop the macro sequence 2 And to the UXGA CATS OUT connector audio excluded 3 Assuming that all inputs are connected 4 You cannot select more than one button in a section 5 You can overlook a section and choose not to select a button from it 34 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating Your VP 23RC Each pressed button illuminates indicating selection and outputting of that video and audio sour
48. ranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to the length of this warranty EXCLUSION OFDAMAGES 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 2 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 Any other damages whether incidental consequential or otherwise Some countries may not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from place to place NOTE All products returned to Kramer for service must have prior approval This may be obtained from your dealer This equipment has been tested to determine compliance with the requirements of EN 50081 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic emission standard Part 1 Residential commercial and light industry EN 50082 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic immunity standard Part 1 Residential commercial and light industry environment CFR 47 FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15 Radio frequency devices Subpart Unintentional radiators CAUTION
49. representing the number in front of the decimal point and the OUTPUT representing the number following the decimal point For example for version 3 5 the reply will be 0111110 1000 0011 i e 128 3 1000 0101 128 5 1000 000 NOTE7 GAIN VALUE Number from 0 to 127 NOTE 8 Answer Current Audio Gain 0 127 51 LIMITED WARRANTY Kramer Electronics hereafter Kramer warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms HOW LONGIS THE WARRANTY Labor and parts are warranted for seven years from the date of the first customer purchase WHOIS PROTECTED Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty WHAT IS COVERED AND WHAT IS NOT COVERED Except as below this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product The following are not covered by the warranty 1 Any product which is not distributed by Kramer or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer If you are uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the Web site www kramerelectronics com 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 Damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from i Accident misuse abuse neglect fire water lightning or other ac
50. ro Sequence CV Aubio SELECTOR The current status Press the VIDEO CY 4 2 3 4 CV IN 1 is selected AUDIO SELECTOR 2 button L LJ L Vico CV Aubio SeLecron The current status CV IN 2 ie selected and 1 2 3 4 1 L the macro sequence is executed Pause other connected video players Play the video player connected to CV IN 2 Figure 22 Presentation Switcher Macro Sequence Example Note that you cannot stop a macro on the presentation switcher SELECTOR buttons once it is in process 37 Flash Memory Upgrade 10 Flash Memory Upgrade The firmware is upgraded separately for the Presentation Switcher section see section 10 1 and for the Media Room Controller section see section 10 2 101 Flash Memory Upgrade for the Presentation Switcher Section The VP 23RC firmware for the Presentation Switcher section is located in FLASH memory which lets you upgrade to the latest Kramer firmware version in minutes The process involves e Downloading from the Internet see section 10 1 1 e Connecting the PC to the RS 232 port see section 10 1 2 e Upgrading Firmware see section 10 1 3 10 1 1 Downloading from the Internet You can download the up to date file from the Internet To do so 1 Go to our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com and download the VP23RC zip from the Technical Support section 2 Extract the FLIP VP23RC zip to a f
51. s for a particular environment when using a microphone may require experimentation in adjusting the AUDIO and MIC LEVELS 7 This is the pre installed factory default The default can be modified via the Windows based Kramer control software 8 In which all operations relate to both the video and the audio channels 9 In which video and audio channels switch independently 28 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating Your VP 23RC Pressing an illuminated AUDIO SELECTOR button for more than 2 seconds disconnects that master audio output and the button no longer illuminates The video will continue to display but without sound The Master Audio automatically follows the last input selected for example VGA UXGA regardless of the switcher group VGA s Video or composite video and the respective button under the MASTER AUDIO SELECTOR section illuminates indicating that the selected input for example VGA UXGA is routed to the master outputs 9 2 Configuration of the VP 23RC The Media Room Controller section and the Presentation Switcher SELECTOR buttons are configured by the system integrator For further details refer to the Kramer RC configuration and Installation Guide PDF file located in the technical support section on our Web site http www kramerelectronics com 9 3 Media Room Controller Section Operation The Media Room Controller section is easy to use as the example in Figure 16 and Table 9 describes
52. screen Figure 19 VP 23RC Operation Example 9 3 3 Using the Media Room Controller Macro Buttons Pressing any button initiates a macro sequence during which the button blinks as programmed by the system integrator If during the macro sequence the button blinks faster than usual this indicates that a malfunction has been detected and if the problem is critical the VP 23RC exits the macro sequence To solve the problem summon technical help 1 The macro sequence can be carried out instantly or can take a while depending on the delay times included in the sequence 2 Six times per second as compared with twice per second during normal operation 3 For example a faulty DVD player 4 This procedure and others are set by the system integrator 5 In this example press the HELP DESK button 33 Operating Your VP 23RC If you want to stop a macro sequence press and hold that button for 5 seconds The sequence will come to an end You can resume operation by pressing any button The unit will carry out the macro sequence commands from the beginning 9 3 4 Turning the Light of the Backlit Buttons On and Off When the room is darkened the buttons can be illuminated for convenience To turn on the backlight press buttons 3 and 7 simultaneously To turn off the backlight press the respective buttons once again 9 4 The Presentation Switcher Section Operation The Presentation Switche
53. see section 9 4 9 1 The Front Panel Buttons The front panel buttons include the MEDIA ROOM CONTROL buttons 1 to 8 e VIDEO CV AUDIO SELECTOR buttons 1 to 4 S VIDEO Y C AUDIO SELECTOR buttons 1 to 4 VGA UXGA AUDIO SELECTOR buttons 1 to 4 MASTER AUDIO SELECTOR buttons CV s VIDEO VGA UXGA and MIC e TALK OVER button which lowers or mutes the MASTER AUDIO LEVEL when the microphone picks up speech e MIC AUDIO LEVEL up and down buttons to adjust the level at the master audio connectors and the talk over function threshold e MASTER AUDIO LEVEL up and down buttons to adjust the audio output level at the master audio out connectors without influencing any other audio output e Panel LOCK button to lock the front panel buttons By default the stereo audio signals switch together with the video that is the unit is set in audio follow video AFV mode You can change to breakaway mode via the RS 232 port in the SWITCHER CONTROL area 1 Which can be programmed to execute a sequence of up to 15 commands per button see section 9 4 3 2 Two channels are active in the Talk Over mode a source selected via the MASTER AUDIO SELECTOR buttons and the microphone channel 3 Adjust the microphone level via the MIC AUDIO LEVEL and buttons 4 MASTER OUT and SPKR OUT 5 Useful in the TALK OVER mode when the microphone level needs to be adjusted separately 6 Achieving optimum result
54. t are returned and the OUTPUT is assigned to the value of the requested parameter The reply to the instruction 5 what is the status of the VGA group 0000 0101 1000 0000 1000 0011 1000 0001 Would be 0100 0101 1000 0000 1000 0100 1000 0001 NOTE 4 An error code is returned to the PC if an invalid code was sent to the switcher for example when trying to switch an input or a group which is greater than the highest one defined This code is also returned to the PC if an RS 232 instruction is sent while the machine is being programmed via the front panel Reception of this code by the switcher will not be valid NOTE 5 Under normal conditions the machine s present status is saved each time a change is made The power down save the auto save may be disabled using this code Note that each time that the machine is turned ON the auto save function is automatically set NOTE 6 This is a request to identify the switchers in a system If the INPUT is set as 1 or 2 the machine will send its name The reply is the decimal value of the INPUT and the OUTPUT For example the reply to the request to send the machine s name for machine 001 will be 0111110 1000 0000 i e 128 0 1001 011 i e 128 23 1000 000 If the request for identification is sent with the INPUT set as 3 or 4 the appropriate machine will send its software version number Again the reply would be the decimal value of the INPUT and OUTPUT the INPUT
55. t to a PC to upgrade the firmware of the Media Room Controller section 12 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Your Presentation Switcher Controller 4 3 The VP 23RC Underside Panel Figure 4 and Table 4 define the VP 23RC underside features Figure 4 VP 23RC Presentation Switcher Controller Underside View Table 4 VP 23RC Underside Panel Features Feature Function RESET Button Press to reset the unit prior to firmware upgrade see section 10 1 VS Switch Slide the switch to the left to NORMAL to retain the polarity of the vertical sync pulses on the UXGA CAT5 OUT connector slide the switch to the right to change the vertical sync pulses on the UXGA 5 OUT connector VS polarity to NEGATIVE polarity HS Switch Slide the switch to the left to NORMAL to retain the polarity of the horizontal sync pulses on the UXGA CAT5 OUT connector slide the switch to the right to change the horizontal sync pulses on the UXGA 5 OUT connector HS polarity to NEGATIVE polarity 1 By default both switches are set to the left 2 Downgoing syncs 13 Installing the VP 23RC a Rack 5 Installing the VP 23RC a Rack This section describes what to do before installing on a rack and how to rack mount Before Installing on a Rack How to Rack Mount Before installing on a rack be sure that the environment is within the recommended range Operating tem
56. the status bar 2 If an error message Not Finished shows click Run again 42 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Flash Memory Upgrade 12 Disconnect the RS 232 rear panel port on the VP 23RC unit from the Null modem adapter 13 Release the FLASH PROG button on rear panel 14 Connect the power to the VP 23RC 10 2 Flash Memory Upgrade for the Media Room Controller Section The VP 23RC Media Room control firmware is located in FLASH memory which lets you upgrade to the latest Kramer firmware version in minutes The process involves 10 2 1 Downloading the upgrade package from the Internet Connecting the PC to the RS 232 port 1 in the CONTROLLER area Upgrading the firmware Installing the Web Applet Downloading from the Internet You can download the up to date file from the Internet To do so 1 3 10 2 2 Go to our Web site at http www Kramerelectronics com and download the file vp23rc xx zip from the technical support section Extract the file vp23rc xx zip package which includes the KFR Programmer application setup and the 5 9 firmware file to a folder for example C Program Files KFR Upgrade Install the KFR Programmer Application Connecting the PC to the RS 232 Port Before installing the latest Kramer firmware version on the VP 23RC do the following 1 Connect the RS 232 Terminal Block Connector rear panel port in the CONTROLLER area to the Null mod
57. ts of nature ii Product modification or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product iii Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by Kramer iv Any shipment of the product claims must be presented to the carrier v Removalor installation of the product vi Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect vii Cartons equipment enclosures cables or accessories used in conjunction with the product WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR AND WHAT WE WILLNOT PAY FOR We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items We will not pay for the following 1 2 3 Removal or installations charges 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 Shipping charges HOW YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE 2 3 To obtain service on you product you must take or ship it prepaid to any authorized Kramer service center 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 For the name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center consult your authorized dealer LIMITATION OFIMPLIED WARRANTIES All implied warranties including war
58. vel talkover lock RS 232 RS 485 and Ethernet COUPLING VIDEO YC CV and XGA DC AUDIO AC input and output AUDIO THD NOISE 1kHZ Group 0 08 Speakers 2 max pwr Master 0 25 AUDIO 2nd HARMONIC Group 0 065 Speakers 1 6 max pwr Master 0 155 POWER SOURCE 230VAC 50 60Hz 115VAC USA 35VA DIMENSIONS 19 inch W 7 inch D 2U H rack mountable WEIGHT 3 8 kg 8 4 Ibs approx ACCESSORIES 3 5mm to IR Emitter Control Cable C A35 IRE 10 power cord infra red remote control transmitter Java based control software internal Windows based Kramer control software OPTIONS 3 5mm to IR Emitter Control Cable C A35 IRE 10 15 meter and 20 meter IR Emitter Extension Cables 1 Specifications are subject to change without notice 46 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Hex Table 12 Hex Table Table 12 lists the Hex values which the protocol in section 13 describes in more detail for the VP 23RC Presentation Switcher section Table 12 VP 23RC Hex Table Inputs Composite Video s Video OUT and VGA OUT and OUT and Audio Audio OUT s Video Audio OUT VGA Groupi cm OUT CV n n1 01818181 8 n2 01 82 81 81 ES In3 01 83 81 81 2 n4 01848181 n 1 01 81 82 81 8 in2 01828281 In3 01 83 82 81 n4 01 84 82 81 n1 01 81 83 81 n2 01 82 83 81 gt n3 01 83 83 81 n4 01 84 83 81 Table 13
59. you use only the power cord that is supplied with this machine 3 Download up to date Kramer user manuals from our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 4 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 1 Getting Started Step 1 Mount the machine see section 5 Mount the machine in a rack or stick the 4 rubber feet to the underside Examples of equipment connected to the relays Lightin Connect the inputs the outputs Speakers Seton outputs the relays the IR emitters and so on Screen Blinds SWITCHER CONTROL CAT5 to Video Receiver Composite s Video Computer e ideo Source Graphics Projector romito4 to 4 Acceptor Projector Lift Step 3 Connect the control port see section 8 Connect an RS 232 Control Fort and or the ETHERNET Fort Step 4 Turn the power ON Step 5 Configure the button macros system integrator Step 6 Set the Presentation Switcher Section see section 9 Select the MASTER AUDIO P button ti lect input from Tto d on each SELECTOR button to switch a selected switcher to route to the input audio signal or

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