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2. POWER MODE power state 0 or off to enter standby mode 7 or on to RESET OK Oo O Usually the firmware will upload to the device via a command such as LDFW A device reset may be needed to complete the process Reset configuration to FACTORY FACTORYRESULT factory default VOLUME VOLUME VOLUME VOLUME PARAMETER PARAMETER RESULT VOLUME VOLUME VOLUME VALUE Parameters Description AA Identification commands Protocol Handshaking OK CRLF MACHINE_MODEL number version MINOR BUILD REVISION YYYY MM DD HH MM SS version MINOR Set machine name NAME MACHINE_NAME RESULT NAME NAME MACHINE NAME Network settings commands Network settings commands require admin authorization Response Set IP Address NET IP P_ADDRESS NET IP IP_ADDRESS RESULT Read IP Address NET IP NET IP IP_ADDRESS Read MAC Address NET MAC NET MAC MAC_ADDRESS Set subnet mask NET MASK SUBNET MASK NET MASK SUBNET MASK RESULT Read subnet mask NET MASK NET MASK SUBNET_MASK Set gateway address NET GATE NET GATE GATEWAY_ADDRESS GATEWAY_ADDRESS RESULT Read subnet mask NET GATE NET GATE GATEWAY_ADDRESS Set DHCP mode NET DHCP DHCP_MODE NET DHCP DHCP_MODE RESULT Read DHCP mode NET DHCP NET DHCP DHCP_MODE DHCP_MODE 0 factory default Don t use DHCP Use IP set by factory or IP set command 1 Try to use DHCP if unavailable use IP as above 2 Try to use DHCP if unavailable use AUTO IP Ethernet port PORT PORT
3. note that this is a volatile parameter when selecting Ratio Shift Mode gt Auto Window N A Customization Brightness Set the brightness level Set the contrast level H Sharpness Select the horizontal sharpness level VP 772 The OSD Menu Setting Function V Sharpness Select the vertical sharpness level Color Set the color level Hue o Set the color hue Color Set the color temperature to 6500K or 9300K Temperature Gamma Mode Set the gamma correction factor to Off 0 4 0 8 1 2 1 6 2 0 2 4 or 2 8 The higher the value the darker the image Color Correction Set the blue color level from 0 to 4 Blue Color Correction Set the green color level from 0 to 4 Green Color Correction Set the flesh color level from O to 4 Flesh De interlacing Film Mode Set to Off for no pull down Follow Input to automatically identify the required pull down 2 2 2 3 2 3 3 2 2 3 3 2 2 2 3 2 3 2 5 5 or 8 7 pull down 24PsF to force 24PsF pull down Set the pull down time Motion Set from Level 1 to Level 5 Detection Select the motion detection sensitivity for filtering of Sensitivity interlaced images Set a high value for video where there is generally a large amount of motion or a low value for little motion Diagonal Set the level of diagonal interpolation from 0 to 3 Correction When set to the lower level the diagonal image does not appear smooth Noise Horizontal NR Reduces the horizontal noise
4. 720p30 1080160 1080150 NA 1080100 1080p60 1080p50 1080p30 1080p23_976 1080p24 1080p25 2k50 2k60 640X480 60 N A N A N A 640x480 72 640x480 75 848x480 60 640x480 85 N A 800x600 56 800x600 60 N A 4th Level 5th Level Range Func Notes toto 37 ass 511 READ ONLY 512 In the OSD MENU Input Output video formats amp FW version In the protocol Get command returns the Input video format only D gt N lia a a af a M N OIAIOINI O ololnlolal Aa lolinj lo E E N O NINININ OAIN NINNIN ojoj Y wll Oo oO AIO A KY BR OO O O N 1st Level 2nd Level 3rd Level 4th Level 5th Level Range Func Notes CI E CA jeoox600 75 e ESC r ozazsse0 e raeox7ee e0 o EEN o Tozexree 70 f Tozexree 7s fe EEC fs ECT fa Taooxio50 60 ss raooxio50 75 f maoe ESA EEE e EEC fe AECI fo IET o masoes008 fe RESET fes ri2eoxica es_ fa soox200060 fes EEE fe a Ea OXFF era TR rw versions Te mewo IEA o o a oso HPositon peo en _ The value a range is V Position 522 dynamic FW 0 2047 prevents exceeding of boundaries Transparent onr fon a o Ss 1 S Tras sa M sse po Keying Chroma 0 240 531 In steps of 16 Keying Red Chroma 0 240 532 Keying Green Chroma 0 240 533 Keying Blue eying Luma Keying On Of o CI ARA Fi Upgrade upgrade SS
5. button to jump to the Preview menu and vice versa Program Preview Input Scaling Input Scaling Window Customization Window Customization Program Picture Picture Preview Color Preview Color De interlacing De interlacing Noise Reduction 0040 300 ad Noise Reduction Advanced Advanced Audio Audio Figure 12 Program Preview Menus Setting Function Input Input 1 to Input Select the Program Preview source and then set the parameters below which are specific per input Scaling Aspect Ratio Set see Section 6 4 1 to Follow Input If the input resolution lt output resolution display with a blank border input gt output is denied and the aspect ratio automatically changes to Follow Output Follow Output If the input resolution lt output resolution scale up the picture If the input resolution gt output resolution scale down the picture Best Fit the best possible compromise between the input and the output aspect ratios Letterbox to compress the top and bottom edges of the input signal but fill the width of the screen Set the Overscan to Follow Input Off 5 or 10 Ratio Shift Mode Set to Auto to fit the image to the display Customized N A H image Shift Set the horizontal position of the image within the window note that this is a volatile parameter when selecting Ratio Shift Mode gt Auto V image Shift Set the vertical position of the image within the window
6. source source Step 4 Connect the power re bone AC power to the rear of the VP 772 switch on its power and then switch on the power on each evice Step 5 Set operation parameters via OSD menu Enter the OSD menu via the MENU button Menu Item Function on the front panel or the IR remote control Sets the parameters for each input connector such as input type HDCP transmitter Select a menu item and set mode Audio Input level and so on direction and take and overlay settings single window and PIP types as well as output resolution and other output settings Program Sets the parameters for the program output including the source aspect ratio overscan color settings de interlacing noise reduction geometry settings audio settings advanced settings and so on Preview Sets the parameters for the preview output including the source aspect ratio overscan color settings de interlacing noise reduction geometry parameters as required Sets the display mode transition settings transition speed mode effects settings audio settings advanced settings and so on Misc Displays the information OSD settings keying parameters FW upgrade and factory reset Step 6 Operate via the front panel buttons and via the RS 232 and Ethernet IR Remote Controller RS 232 Protocol Baud Rate 15200 Data Bis eT Stop Bis fh Parity None SSCS Ethernet Subnet mask sooo CIT E SSCSC S Full Factory Rese
7. 60 800x600 75 RESOLUTIONS 1024x768 50 1024x768 60 1024x768 75 1280x768 50 1280x768 60 1280x800 60 1280x1024 50 1280x1024 60 1280x1024 75 1360x768 60 1366x768 50 1366x768 60 1400x1050 50 1400x1050 60 1600x900 60 1600x1200 50 1600x1200 60 1680x1050 60 1920x1200 60RB 480p60 576p50 720950 720p59 94 720p60 1080p23 976 1080p24 1080p25 1080p29 97 1080p30 1080p50 1080p59 94 1080p60 108050 1080160 2k50 2k60 4k2k 30 CONTROLS Front panel buttons OSD IR remote control RS 232 on a 9 pin D sub connector Ethernet OPERATING 0 to 40 C 32 to 104 F TEMPERATURE STORAGE 40 to 70 C 40 to 158 F TEMPERATURE HUMIDITY 10 to 90 RHL non condensing POWER 100 240V AC 42VA max CONSUMPTION 9 3 DIMENSIONS 19 W rack mountable WEIGHT 4 3kg IT approx INCLUDED Power cord rack ears IR remote control 2 DVI breakout cables C DMA 5BM 3 ACCESSORIES Specifications are subject to change without notice For the most updated resolution list go to our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 10 1 RS 232 Protocol Baud Rate Data Bits Stop Bits Parity Command Format Example decrease the volume on input 1 Ethernet IP Address Subnet mask Default gateway TCP Port UDP Port Maximum UDP Connections Maximum TCP Connections Full Factory Reset Default Communication Parameters 3000 Default 115 200 ASCII Y 0 116 1 lt
8. CR gt OSD Factory Reset through the Misc menu item Protocol 3000 Use Factory command or Y 0 561 1 lt CR gt 10 2 10 2 1 10 2 2 10 2 3 10 2 4 Input Resolutions The VP 772 features eight DVI U inputs This section defines the input resolutions for each input CV Input Resolutions NTSC and PAL Component Analog Video YPbPr Input Resolutions PC Input Resolutions NTSC 720_P50 1080_P30 1080_P50 PAL 720_P60 1080_P23_976 1080_P60 525 P60 1080_150 1080_P24 1080_P100 625_P50 1080_160 1080_P25 ON RGBHV Analog Video Input Resolutions RGBHV Input Resolutions HDMI Digital Video Input Resolutions HDMI Input Resolutions 1080150 e40xae0_60 rozaxros 60 12801024 85 10 3 Output Resolutions The VP 772 features two DVI I outputs This section defines the output resolutions for each output 10 3 1 HDMI Digital Video Output Resolutions Technical Specifications of the HDMI Output Signal izsox76seso 1600120050 1080925 izsoxs00eso 1600x1200 60 108002007 10 3 1 RGBHV Analog Video Output Resolutions RGBHV Output Resolutions 640x480 60 1280x800 60 1600x1200 60 720p60 1080p59 94 640x4800 75 1280x1024 060 1680x1050 60 1080p23 976 1080p60 800x600 60 1280x1024 75 1920x1200 60 1080p24 1080150 1280x768 60 1600x900 60 720p5994 1080050 11 11 1 11 2 11 2 1 The VP 772 RS 232 Communication Protocol The Kramer Protocol lets you control the VP 772 from an
9. Preview INPUT 5 are selected The AFV mode is selected Program embedded audio signal Preview analog audio signal Press the MODE button to set it to the VIDEO mode This will affect the next press of input buttons Press Program INPUT 4 the video only switches to INPUT 4 and the audio remains in INPUT 6 Press Preview INPUT 8 the video only switches to INPUT 8 and the audio remains in INPUT 5 Press the MODE button to set it to the AUDIO mode This will affect the next press of input buttons Press Program INPUT 1 the audio only switches to INPUT 1 and the video remains in INPUT 4 Press Preview INPUT 8 the audio only switches to INPUT 8 and the video remains in INPUT 8 so that audio follows video and the button light green VP 772 Controlling the VP 772 INPUTS MODE Matrix Switcher Dual Scaler INPUTS 4 5 PROGRAM Move Oarv ge Oa UDIO OLI OL OLI Preview Matrix Switcher Dual Scaler INPUTS M LI PROGRAM Move O arv ge Oa UDIO OLI OL OL mL E OLI LIL PREVIEW Matrix Switcher Dual Scaler Mo INPUTS ODE O AFV PROGRAM og UDIO OLI OL OL LE E 1 OL BEL Preview Matrix Switcher Dual Scaler INPUTS MODE PROGRAM O arv Oo VIDEO dE UBIO OE OLI OLI E OLI LI OLI EE Preview Matrix Switcher Dual Scaler Button Behavior in the Transition Mode When in the Transition
10. Reduction Vertical NR Reduces the vertical noise TemboraliNB The higher the level the stronger the filtering of the image p Useful when the noise is visible to the eye Block NR AS the level is set higher the block noise disappears and the image appears softer Mosquito NR The higher the level the stronger the filtering of the image Combing NR Improves the quality of the subtitles Advanced V Keysions Set Freeze to On to freeze the window freezing the Pause window will also mute the audio output Any change in the input source may cancel the freeze and blank settings Set Blank to On to display a blank window blanking the window will also mute the audio output Any change in the input source may cancel the freeze and blank settings Set Mute to On to mute the audio output 3 A mute icon appears on screen 6 4 1 Setting Function Advanced Test Pattern Set the Test pattern to Slide Bar non HDCP Color Bar continued HDCP or Off Each test pattern includes a sinusoid audio signal at 10dB 1kHz We recommend that you set the Display Mode to Single Window and set the Output Resolution to 1080p No Signal If there is no signal on the input set the output color to Gray Blue or Black Auto Switching Source Select the audio source to be AFV for the audio to follow the video Analog 1 to Analog 8 to select any of the analog audio inputs AFV Source When in the AFV mode select Embedded for the embedded audio source t
11. Routers 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 Video Products GROUP 12 Digital Signage GROUP 13 Audio and GROUP 14 Collaboration Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VP 772 Presentation Matrix Switcher Dual Scaler This product which incorporates HDMI technology is ideal for e Live events e Presentation applications that require a preview option e Projection systems in conference rooms boardrooms auditoriums hotels and churches production studios rental and staging e Any application where high quality conversion and switching of multiple and different video signals to graphical data signals is required for projection purposes e Presentations requiring seamless switching between inputs using special effects cuts and fades 2 2 1 2 2 Getting Started We recommend that you e Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment o Review the contents of this user manual Go to http www kramerav com downloads VP 772 to check for up to date user manuals application programs and to check if firmware upgrades are available where appropriate Achieving the Best Performance To achi
12. following DNS server addresses Preferred DNS server Alternate DNS server E Validate settings upon exit Figure 19 Internet Protocol Properties Window 7 Click OK 8 Click Close 8 2 2 2 Connecting the Ethernet Port via a Network Hub or Switch You can connect the Ethernet port of the VP 772 to the Ethernet port on a network hub or using a straight through cable with RJ 45 connectors EN VP 772 Controlling the VP 772 8 3 Controlling via the Infrared Remote Control Transmitter You can control the VP 772 from the infrared remote control transmitter Keys Function POWER Toggle the power save mode ON or OFF RESET Press to reset to the default resolution RESET toggles between RESET TO XGA and 720p CHEESE FREEZE Freeze unfreeze the output video image AO BLANK Toggle between a blank screen black screen and the display MUTE MUTE Toggle between muting blocking out the sound and enabling the audio output INPUTS Select an input from 1 to 8 Press ENTER to access menu levels y when in the OSD O Use the up and down arrows to adjust numerical values and adjust the output amp gt volume level when not within the OSD MENU Enter Exit the OSD menu and return to the previous menu level LOC Lock the front panel buttons REE FREEZE Freeze unfreeze the output video image AAN BLANK Toggle between a blank screen black screen and the display MUTE Toggle between muting blocking out the sound and ena
13. or analog Set the output volume bass mid treble balance and lip sync 2 Inthe Layout menu set the display mode for example Transition 3 Define the transition settings Speed Mode Effect and Direction 4 Press the desired PREVIEW INPUT front panel button 5 Press ENTER to carry out the transition To set the Program input repeat the above procedures using the Program menu If the transition mode is set to Swap the Preview and Program inputs switch places If Follow was selected the Program input setting will follow the Preview setting and both will display the same input 7 2 The Overlay Mode In the Overlay mode both outputs are identical and can display a single image single window display mode two images one over the other or two images side by side dual window display mode A selected Program input appears as the main image in a dual window display mode such as PiP or as the only image in a single window display mode A selected Preview input will appear as the PiP window in the dual window display mode and will not appear at all in the single window display mode The overlay settings item in the Layout menu see Section 6 3 lets you set a Single Window Picture in Picture PiP Picture Picture PoP or Split images For example you can show a live video window on top of a graphic background or show two images on screen of the same input channel The PiP window appears even if no input signals are conn
14. the following DNS server addresses Preferred DNS server Alternate DNS server F Validate settings upon exit Figure 17 Internet Protocol Version 4 Properties Window VP 772 Controlling the VP 772 General You can get IPv settings assigned automatically if your network supports this capability Otherwise you need to ask your network administrator for the appropriate IPv6 settings Obtain an IPv6 address automatically Use the following IPv6 address IPv address Subnet prefix length Default gateway Obtain DNS server address automatically 5 Use the following DNS server addresses Preferred DNS server Alternate DNS server Validate settings upon exit Figure 18 Internet Protocol Version 6 Properties Window 6 Select Use the following IP Address for static IP addressing and fill in the details as shown in Figure 19 For TCP IPv4 you can use any IP address in the range 192 168 1 1 to 192 168 1 255 excluding 192 168 1 39 that is provided by your IT department VP 772 Controlling the VP 772 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 5 Obtain an IP address automatically 9 Use the following IP address IP address 192 168 1 2 Subnet mask 255 255 255 0 Default gateway ls Obtain DNS server address automatically 9 Use the
15. 60 1080i50 1080i60 2k50 2k60 4k2k30 Note that setting the output resolution to 4k2k30 will automatically change the window settings to Single Window in the Overlay mode Master Set to Program or Preview to determine the Machine s behavior Connection If the native resolution is not supported by the selected Master Connection the system searches for the best supported resolution If the search fails for example if the master connection is disconnected or EDID is unreadable the resolution will default to XGA Deep Color N A Color Space Select RGB YPbPr422 or YPbPr444 HDCP Mode Define the output HDCP activation policy Set to Follow Output this option is recommended when the HDMI type output is connected to a splitter switcher to activate the HDCP per output according to the setting of the HDMI acceptor to which it is connected that is if the HDMI acceptor is not HDCP compliant the VP 772 always outputs without HDCP and vice versa Follow Input to activate the HDCP on all HDMI type outputs in the case that the video on the Main or PiP window is HDCP encrypted Note that the VP 772 will output a green screen if the output acceptor to which it is connected is not HDCP compliant in the case that the video on the Main or PiP window is HDCP encrypted 6 4 The Program Preview Menus The Program and Preview menus are identical Note that when browsing the Program OSD menu use a long press on the MENU
16. IFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IF KRAMER ELECTRONICS CANNOT LAWFULLY DISCLAIM OR EXCLUDE IMPLIED WARRANTIES UNDER APPLICABLE LAW THEN ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES COVERING THIS PRODUCT INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL APPLY TO THIS PRODUCT AS PROVIDED UNDER APPICABLE LAW IF ANY PRODUCT TO WHICH THIS LIMITED WARRANTY APPLIES IS A CONSUMER PRODUCT UNDER THE MAGNUSON MOSS WARRANTY ACT 15 U S C A 2301 ET SEQ OR OTHER APPICABLE LAW THE FOREGOING DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES SHALL NOT APPLY TO YOU AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ON THIS PRODUCT INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR THE PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL APPLY AS PROVIDED UNDER APPLICABLE LAW Other Conditions This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from country to country or state to state This limited warranty is void if i the label bearing the serial number of this product has been removed or defaced ii the product is not distributed by Kramer Electronics or iii this product is not purchased from an authorized Kramer Electronics reseller If you are unsure whether a reseller is an authorized Kramer Electronics reseller please visit our Web site at www kramerelectronics com or contact a Kramer Electronics office from the list at the end of th
17. KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD USER MANUAL MODEL VP 772 Presentation Matrix Switcher Dual Scaler P N 2900 300295 Rev 1 m VP 772 Quick Start Guide This guide helps you install and use your product for the first time For more detailed information go to www kramerav com manual VP 772 to download the latest manual or scan the QR code on the Step 1 Check what s in the box A The VP 772 Presentation Matrix Switcher Dual Scaler amp 4 Rubber feet A IR remote control transmitter with batteries A 1 Set of rack ears A 1 Power cord A 1 Quick start guide 2 DVI breakout cables C DMA 5BM 3 Step 2 Install the VP 772 Mount the machine in a rack or place on a table Step 3 Connect inputs and outputs Computer Graphics Laptop BluRay a Source Disk Player _ a Source f i bab E RER A AAA a IAAT Br RS 485 ALDO Ey i A Genee genes 2 Enmeiner unin RS 32 Computer Graphics Composite Component Source DVD Player DVD Player RJ 45 Pinout Connect the audio output For the Ethernet onnector see the proper wiring diagram below L L G R R L L G R R Wil EIA TIA 568B Toa To an PIN Wire Color La orange White balanced unbalanced 2 Orange acceptor acceptor 3 Green Wwnite 4 Blue s5 Blue White ps Green Connect the audio input Brown Whit P Le L L G R R L L G R R Toa To an balanced unbalanced
18. N RTE Sone J Please remove USB key Press ENTER or RIGHT to reboot MENU or LEFT to reboot later Figure 23 Firmware Upgrade Upgrade Complete VP 772 Firmware Upgrade 4 Remove the USB memory stick and click the ENTER button on the front panel to reboot the system 9 2 Rollback The Rollback feature lets you restore the previous firmware version installed by the user To do so 1 On the front panel click the MENU button select FW Upgrade and then select Rollback see Section 6 5 The OSD shows the firmware version found in the system FW Upgrade Rollback firmware Found C cramfs 23 02 22 Layout A vp772 23 04 36 14458 P Program ENTER or RIGHT to rollback MENU or LEFT to cancel Preview Misc EMOMG U j J Figure 24 Firmware Upgrade list of Files to Rollback 2 Press the ENTER button or the left arrow to proceed Wait for completion of the procedure 3 Reboot the machine by turning it off and then on again VP 772 Firmware Upgrade MON 10 Technical Specifications INPUTS 8 DVI U inputs DVI D HDMI PC YPbPr and CV on DVI I connectors 8 balanced stereo audio on 5 pin terminal block connectors OUTPUTS 2 DVI I outputs DVI D HDMI and PC on DVI I connectors2 balanced stereo audio on 5 pin terminal block connector COMPLIANCE Supports HDMI deep color and HDCP WITH HDMI STANDARD OUTPUT 640x480 60 640x480 75 800x600 50 800x600
19. RESULT ETH PORT PROTOCOL ETH PORT PROTOCOL Ethernet port PORT PROTOCOL TCP UDP transport layer protocol PORT Ethernet port to enter protocol 3000 commands 1 65535 User defined port 0 reset port to factory default 50000 for UDP 5000 for TCP LIMITED WARRANTY The warranty obligations of Kramer Electronics for this product are limited to the terms set forth below Whatis Covered This limited warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship in this product What is Not Covered This limited warranty does not cover any damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from any alteration modification improper or unreasonable use or maintenance misuse abuse accident neglect exposure to excess moisture fire improper packing and shipping such claims must be presented to the carrier lightning power surges or other acts of nature This limited warranty does not cover any damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from the installation or removal of this product from any installation any unauthorized tampering with this product any repairs attempted by anyone unauthorized by Kramer Electronics to make such repairs or any other cause which does not relate directly to a defect in materials and or workmanship of this product This limited warranty does not cover cartons equipment enclosures cables or accessories used in conjunction with this product Without limiting any other exclusion herein Kramer Ele
20. S Si Potes e 1st Level 2nd Level 3rd Level 4th Level 5th Level Range Func Notes Factory idas Reset ETH Excluding ETH 11 3 Protocol Table Mimicking Remote and Front Panel Buttons The keystroke codes operate in the following way SET command third parameter 0 Syntax example Y 0 20 0 lt CR gt gt MENU keystroke GET command for keystrokes will return ERR The following table defines the keystroke function codes Keystroke Keystroke Keystroke Code Button Code Button Code FREEZE INPUT 8 ENTER 21 PROGRAM 31 PREVIEW 41 BLANK INPUT 1 MINUS FREEZE INPUT 2 UP PLUS 23 PROGRAM 33 PREVIEW 43 INPUT 1 INPUT 3 LEFT 24 PROGRAM 34 PREVIEW 44 INPUT 2 INPUT 4 Button RIGHT 25 PROGRAM 35 PREVIEW 45 INPUT 3 INPUT 5 RESET 26 PROGRAM 36 PREVIEW 46 INPUT 4 INPUT 6 PANEL LOCK 27 PROGRAM 37 PREVIEW 47 INPUT 5 INPUT 7 MODE 28 PROGRAM 38 PREVIEW 48 INPUT 6 INPUT 8 PREVIEW 29 PROGRAM 39 BLANK INPUT 7 11 4 The Protocol 3000 Common Operation Commands The following table lists the protocol 3000 commands Operation commands Command Lock front panel MODE LOCK FP LOCK LOCK FP LOCK MODE RESULT Get front panel locking FP LOCK MODE LOCK FP LOCK state Parameters Description LOCK MODE Front panel locking state 0 or off to unlock front panel buttons 1 or on to lock front panel buttons MODE POWER POWER MODE POWER POWER RESULT 2POWER MODE POWER POWER Parameters Description
21. VIEW output including an OSD menu for making adjustments can be used to determine how the scaled output will look before being displayed live during a presentation e Features 8 PREVIEW input buttons for switching a selected input to the PREVIEW output and 8 PROGRAM input buttons for switching a selected input to the PROGRAM output e Output Resolutions UHD 3840x2160 resolution as well as HDTV and computer graphics resolutions with selectable refresh rates e Selectable HDMI VGA YUV or CV on each DVI U input and VGA or HDMI on each DVI I output e Audio Follow Video AFV and breakaway options e Advanced deinterlacing functions including 3D comb filtering film mode diagonal correction and motion detection Multiple Aspect Ratio Selections Built in Proc Amp with enhanced functions such as color correction gamma dither and noise reduction Embedded HDMI audio support as well as eight balanced stereo audio inputs and two balanced stereo outputs Input and output audio level adjustment and audio DSP functions HDCP Compliance In addition the VP 772 Features luma and chroma keying Includes built in test patterns for screen setup and alignment Analyses the connected output s EDID for optimal scaling Provides input and output color space control Supports HDMI deep color for outputs Comes with an On Screen Display OSD for easy setup and adjustment Has a non volatile memory that retains the settings Supports f
22. amer Electronics branded equipment on arrival at the EARN facility For details of Kramer s recycling arrangements in your particular country go to our recycling pages at htip www kramerelectronics com support recycling Overview The Kramer VP 772 is an eight input high quality 4K dual scaler with special effect transitions for the Rental and Staging and the Live Events market and for other applications where a dual scaler is needed It features DVI U inputs including analog DVI and HDMI support and stereo balanced audio signals The unit scales and processes the selected video and audio inputs and outputs to 2 independent DVI I outputs Program and Preview together with two balanced stereo audio outputs The VP 772 features e Pix Perfect Scaling Technology Kramer s extremely high performance State of the Art scaling technology with extensive high quality pull down and de interlacing algorithms and full up and down scaling of the video inputs e K IIT XL Picture in Picture Image Insertion Technology for ultra stable picture in picture picture and picture and split screen capability e Seamless video switching with cuts or built in special effect transitions including horizontal vertical diagonal circle and chessboard wipes cross fading and more e Dual scalers for live seamless transitions from one source to another with two independent outputs a PREVIEW OUTPUT and a PROGRAM OUTPUT The PRE
23. authorized Kramer Electronics reseller If this product is returned under this limited warranty a return authorization number obtained from Kramer Electronics will be required You may also be directed to an authorized reseller or a person authorized by Kramer Electronics to repair the product If itis decided that this product should be returned directly to Kramer Electronics this product should be properly packed preferably in the original carton for shipping Cartons not bearing a return authorization number will be refused Limitation on Liability THE MAXIMUM LIABILITY OF KRAMER ELECTRONICS UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE ACTUAL PURCHASE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW KRAMER ELECTRONICS IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR DIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY OR CONDITION OR UNDER ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY Some countries districts or states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of relief special incidental consequential or indirect damages or the limitation of liability to specified amounts so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you Exclusive Remedy TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW THIS LIMITED WARRANTY AND THE REMEDIES SET FORTH ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES REMEDIES AND CONDITIONS WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW KRAMER ELECTRONICS SPEC
24. bling the audio output INPUTS Select an input from 1 to 8 Figure 20 Infrared Remote Control Transmitter VP 772 Controlling the VP 772 NON 8 3 1 Using the IR Transmitter You can use the IR transmitter to control the machine via the built in IR receiver on the front panel or instead via an optional external IR receiver Model C A35M IRR 50 The external IR receiver can be located up to 15 meters away from the machine This distance can be extended to up to 60 meters when used with three extension cables Model C A35M A35F 50 Before using the external IR receiver be sure to arrange for your Kramer dealer to insert the internal IR connection cable P N 505 70434010 S with the 3 5mm connector that fits into the REMOTE IR opening on the rear panel Connect the external IR receiver to the REMOTE IR 3 5mm connector 9 9 1 Firmware Upgrade This section describes the firmware upgrade of the VP 772 components that are described in the table below File Type Description Becomes Effective After An rbf file to upgrade FPGA VP 772 application restart n Memory upgrades the other Alteras and VP 772 application restart the OSD bitmap Application The main VP 772 application VP 772 application restart Linux kernel Includes all drivers for the Rebooting the board VP 772 board A read only Linux file system Rebooting the board Bootloader Launches the Linux kernel Rebooting the board Jffs2 A read wri
25. ctronics does not warrant that the product covered hereby including without limitation the technology and or integrated circuit s included in the product will not become obsolete or that such items are or will remain compatible with any other product or technology with which the product may be used How Long Does this Coverage Last Seven years as of this printing please check our Web site for the most current and accurate warranty information Who is Covered Only the original purchaser of this product is covered under this limited warranty This limited warranty is not transferable to subsequent purchasers or owners of this product What Kramer Electronics will do Kramer Electronics will at its sole option provide one of the following three remedies to whatever extent it shall deem necessary to satisfy a proper claim under this limited warranty 1 Elect to repair or facilitate the repair of any defective parts within a reasonable period of time free of any charge for the necessary parts and labor to complete the repair and restore this product to its proper operating condition Kramer Electronics will also pay the shipping costs necessary to return this product once the repair is complete 2 Replace this product with a direct replacement or with a similar product deemed by Kramer Electronics to perform substantially the same function as the original product 3 Issue a refund of the original purchase price less depreciation to be dete
26. d in Section 6 Connecting to the VP 772 via RS 232 You can connect to the VP 772 via an RS 232 connection using for example a PC To connect the RS 232 terminal block on the rear panel of the VP 772 to a PC controller connect the RS 232 9 pin D sub port on your device to controller as shown in Figure 15 connect the VP 772 RS 232 terminal block e TX pin to Pin 2 e RX pin to Pin 3 e GND pin to Pin 5 RS 232 Device Ground Rx Tx Figure 15 RS 232 Connection Connecting the VP 772 via the ETHERNET Port You can connect to the VP 772 via Ethernet using either of the following methods e Directly to the PC using a crossover cable see Section 8 2 2 1 e Via a network hub switch or router using a straight through cable see Section 8 2 2 2 Note If you want to connect via a router and your IT system is based on IPv6 speak to your IT department for specific installation instructions 8 2 2 1 Connecting the Ethernet Port Directly to a PC You can connect the Ethernet port of the VP 772 directly to the Ethernet port on your PC using a crossover cable with RJ 45 connectors This type of connection is recommended for identifying the VP 772 with the factory configured default IP address After connecting the VP 772 to the Ethernet port configure your PC as follows 1 Click Start gt Control Panel gt Network and Sharing Center 2 Click Change Adapter Settings 3 Highlight the network adapter you want to use
27. dentical to Best Fit 6 5 The Misc Menu Misc Information 5 oso Keying wi ds Factory Reset Figure 13 Misc Menu Displays the Program settings selected input input resolution frequency and output resolution Displays the Program settings selected input input resolution frequency and output resolution Setting Function Shows the different FW versions Displays the network information IP address Netmask Information Program Preview FW Versions Network Gateway and DHCP OSD H Position Set the horizontal position of the OSD V Position Set the vertical position of the OSD Transparent Set the transparency to On or Off Gain Set the transparency level once set to transparent Set the transparency level Timeout Set to 30 seconds before OSD timeout 60 seconds before OSD timeout or Off Off means that that the OSD appears continuously alii L enabled see below Keying Chroma Keying Set the threshold value of the red components for chroma Red keying Chroma Keying Set the threshold value of the green components for chroma Green keying Chroma Keying Set the threshold value of the blue components for chroma Blue keying Note that the combination of threshold values for red green and blue determines the chroma keying threshold Any image with combined values of red green and blue that are below this threshold will become transparent when chroma keying is 22 VP 772 The OSD Menu Setti
28. dles x2 Rigid handles IR Receiver Accepts IR remote commands Lights red when the unit accepts IR remote commands MODE Button Select the operation mode AFV audio follow video Video or audio Mode LED indicators Indicate the operation mode as selected via the MODE button INPUT Selector PROGRAM Press to select the DVI input from 1 to 8 to switch to the PROGRAM output PREVIEW Press to select the DVI input from 1 to 8 to switch to the PREVIEW output FREEZE PREVIEW Press to freeze unfreeze the PREVIEW output video image PROGRAM Press to freeze unfreeze the PROGRAM output video image PROGRAM Press to toggle between a blank screen black and the PROGRAM display PREVIEW Press to toggle between a blank screen black and the PREVIEW display Press to access exit the OSD menu see Section 8 1 1 When browsing the Program OSD menu a long press on the MENU button to jump to the Preview menu and vice versa Navigation lt Button Press to move to the previous level in the OSD screen see Section 8 1 1 When in the transition mode and not within the OSD Buttons VOLUME Button menu press to decrease the Audio OUT 2 Program volume A VOLUME Press to move up the menu list values see Section 8 1 1 and to increase numerical values When not within the OSD menu Button mode press to increase the Audio OUT 1 Preview volume V VOLUME Press to move down the menu list see Section 8 1 1 and to decrease numerical values When not within the OSD men
29. e VP 772 Presentation Matrix Switcher Dual Scaler Figure 4 TP PINOUT Figure 5 Balanced Stereo Audio Connection Figure 6 Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output Connection Figure 7 Balanced Stereo Audio Input Connection Figure 8 Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input Connection Figure 9 OSD Menu Example Figure 10 Inout Menu Figure 11 Layout Menu Figure 12 Program Preview Menus Figure 13 Misc Menu Figure 14 VGA superimposed over HDMI Figure 15 RS 232 Connection Figure 16 Local Area Connection Properties Window Figure 17 Internet Protocol Version 4 Properties Window Figure 18 Internet Protocol Version 6 Properties Window Figure 19 Internet Protocol Properties Window Figure 20 Infrared Remote Control Transmitter Figure 21 Firmware Upgrade list of Files to Upgrade Figure 22 Firmware Upgrade Upgrade Process Figure 23 Firmware Upgrade Upgrade Complete Figure 24 Firmware Upgrade list of Files to Rollback Introduction Welcome to Kramer Electronics Since 1981 Kramer Electronics has been providing a world of unique creative and affordable solutions to the vast range of problems that confront video audio presentation and broadcasting professionals on a daily basis In recent years we have redesigned and upgraded most of our line making the best even better Our 1 000 plus different models now appear in 14 groups that are clearly defined by function GROUP 1 Distribution Amplifiers GROUP 2 Switchers and
30. ear on a transparent background To apply the luma keying feature first set the Preview window to the desired size and location and then turn luma keying On The Preview image will show without its background The lower the luminance in the Preview window the more transparent it becomes thus letting the Program window image show The higher the luminance the less transparent it becomes not letting the Program window show through To use this feature it is recommended to set the Preview image as follows use low luminance colors for the background the key image portion and high luminance colors for the logo 7 7 1 The Layout The VP 772 can function in two modes the e Transition mode e Overlay Picture in Picture mode The operation modes are set by selecting the display Mode via the Layout menu see Section 6 3 The Transition Mode In the transition mode you can setup the input view it via the preview output and then switch it to the PROGRAM output The VP 772 has two outputs a PREVIEW output and a PROGRAM output Each of these outputs functions independently An input is routed to the PROGRAM OUTPUT by pressing that PROGRAM INPUT front panel button In the same way pressing a PREVIEW INPUT front panel button will route that input to the PREVIEW OUTPUT Use the PREVIEW output to e See how the scaled output looks before displaying live during a presentation e Harmonize the transition to the PROGRAM ou
31. ected In this case the PiP window appears in dark gray and the main window appears in light gray The preset PiP configurations are available Picture in Picture with a smaller PiP window superimposed over a full main window image Picture Picture where both images appear side by side and the aspect ratios of both images are maintained VP 772 The Layout Split where both images are placed side by side with the same height You can superimpose any input type over any or the same input If the HDMI signal is HDCP protected it can appear on HDMI and HDBT outputs that are connected to supported HDCP compliant displays However it cannot appear on a display that is not HDCP compliant and will show a green screen instead 7 2 1 Setting the PiP To set the PiP window in the Overlay mode 1 Inthe Layout menu select Overlay Settings When in the Overlay display mode 2 Select the type of image you want displayed Picture in Picture Picture Picture Split or Single Window 7 2 1 1 Selecting the PiP Source via the Front Panel Buttons When in the Overlay mode set only via the OSD menu see Section 6 3 select the main window by pressing a Program input front panel button and select the PiP window by pressing a Preview front panel button See Figure 14 Figure 14 VGA superimposed over HDMI VP 772 The Layout 7 2 1 2 Selecting the PiP Source via the IR Remote Control Transmitter Press a Program b
32. ed 6 2 The Input Menu The Input menu lets you set each of the VP 772 input connector parameters from 1 to 8 Inputs Input 2 Input 4 Input 7 Input 8 Figure 10 Input Menu Setting Function INPUT 1 to INPUT 8 Set the input type to HDMI YUV VGA or CV EDID N A Management HDCP Mode Set the HDCP option for each HDMI type input to either On the default or Off Setting HDCP mode to Off on that input allows the source to transmit a non HDCP signal if required for example when working with a Mac computer Note that if you did not get the source to transmit the desired result make sure you have saved the change by pressing the ENTER button and then physically disconnect and reconnect the cable connecting the source to the DVI input Auto N A Positioning Color Space Select the color space for each input to RGB YPbPr or Follow Input Set the audio level for each input 16 VP 772 The OSD Menu The Layout Menu Layout O Display Mode Transition Settings s Overlay Settings Figure 11 Layout Menu Setting Function Display Set to the Transition mode Mode Set to the Picture in Picture mode Transition Set the transition speed Settings Set the transition mode to either Swap program and preview sources switch places or Follow the preview source follows the program Effect Select one of the following effects Cut Fade Diagonal Wipe Circle Square Diamond Triangle Cu
33. erbox E 1 E Ed E Figure 9 OSD Menu Example The table below shows function 321 from the Protocol in Section 11 2 2 e 3 in the hundreds represents Program which is the 3 menu item in the main list VP 772 The OSD Menu e 2 in the tens represents Scaling which is 2 in the Scale menu e 1 inthe units represents Aspect Ratio which is first in the Scaling menu Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Function Range Function Program Scaling 2 Aspect Ratio 1 Follow Input O 321 3 Follow Output Best Fit Note that e Werecommend that you press Enter to save the changes to the memory immediately although exiting the menu saves the parameter to the memory e Data is saved per window and per input to a dedicated input window memory as applicable The control buttons let you control the VP 772 via the OSD menu Press the e MENU button to enter the menu and exit the menu e lt 1 button when in the OSD menu to move to the previous level and change menu settings in the OSD screen e ENTER or button to access sub menu items e Arrow buttons to move through the OSD menu e A or Varrows to change settings Note that when exiting the menu all the changes are automatically saved to the non volatile memory The default OSD timeout for auto exit is set to 30 seconds and can be changed see Section 6 5 Note that some items appear red on the OSD menu indicating that they are disabl
34. esult 01 y 1 113 1 You can add a last parameter to be located fourth in SET or third in i GET to define a specific window For example Set H Sharpness value to 10 on the Program window 1 y 0 343 10 1 Get H sharpness of the Main window 0 y 1 343 0 The Y command also supports the value increment decrement of any command using the or signs as the third parameter of the Y command For example in order to decrease the volume on input 1 116 Send Y 0 116 1 lt CR gt Reply 01 Y 0 116 1 OK Note that if the value after the decrease is out of range the reply will show an error such as 01 Y ERR 03 Character Symbols Definitions Symbol Meaning EEN E CR Carriage Return ASCII code 0x0D LF or gt Line Feed ASCII code 0x0A Protocol Table Mimicking OSD You can associate a function number to its description and valid parameters intuitively by navigating the OSD menu according to the following logic A function number is directly related to its location in the OSD menu For example the second menu on the OSD is Layout 2 in the hundreds The third menu item in Layout is Overlay Settings 2 in the tens therefore the function number for it will be 230 2 item on the Main menu and the 3 item in the Layout submenu see also Section 6 1 When navigating in the OSD MENU you will be able to see the Overlay Settings valid parame
35. eve the best performance Use only good quality connection cables we recommend Kramer high performance high resolution cables to avoid interference deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching and elevated noise levels often associated with low quality cables Do not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils e Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality o Position your Kramer VP 772 away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust This equipment is to be used only inside a building It may only be connected to other equipment that is installed inside a building Safety Instructions Caution There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit Warning Use only the power cord that is supplied with the unit Warning Do not open the unit High voltages can cause electrical shock Servicing by qualified personnel only Warning Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall before installing 2 3 Recycling Kramer Products The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE Directive 2002 96 EC aims to reduce the amount of WEEE sent for disposal to landfill or incineration by requiring it to be collected and recycled To comply with the WEEE Directive Kramer Electronics has made arrangements with the European Advanced Recycling Network EARN and will cover any costs of treatment recycling and recovery of waste Kr
36. ght sources for example a PC BluRay Disk Player Composite DVD player and so on to the DVI INPUT connectors according to the Input OSD setup see Section 6 2 2 Connect the audio input signals to the AUDIO IN terminal block connectors as required see Section 5 2 not shown in Figure 3 3 Connect the PREVIEW OUT DVI connector to a DVI acceptor for example an LCD display 4 Connect the PROGRAM OUT DVI connector to a DVI acceptor for example a projector Note that when using PROGRAM PREVIEW high output resolutions such as 4k2kK 30 we recommend that you use a DVI to HDMI cable for example the Kramer C HM DM 6 or 10 For lower resolutions you can connect the HDMI connector on a device to the DVI connector on the VP 772 via a HDMI DVI adapter 5 Connect the AUDIO OUT 1 and OUT 2 Terminal Block connectors to up to two balanced analog audio acceptors see Section 5 2 not shown in Figure 3 6 If required you can connect a PC and or controller to the RS 232 terminal block see Section 8 2 1 Ethernet connector see Section 8 2 2 7 Connect the power cord not shown in Figure 3 Audio Connections are not shown lt DVD Player Computer Composite Graphics Source HDMI Giant Screen A BluRay DVD Player S Disk Player Component A A Display Figure 3 Connecting the VP 772 Presentation Matrix Switcher Dual Scaler VP 772 Connecting the VP 772 KN 9 1 Wiring the RJ 45 Connect
37. irmware upgrade via USB via memory stick Control your VP 772 Directly via the front panel push buttons Via the Ethernet By RS 485 allowing future optional T bar control Remotely from the infrared remote control transmitter By RS 232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system PC or other serial controller The VP 772 is housed in a 19 1U rack mountable enclosure with handles and rack ears included and is fed from a 100 240 VAC universal switching power supply 3 1 3 2 HDCP Compliance for HDMI inputs If an HDMI signal is HDCP protected it can only appear on HDMI outputs that are connected to HDCP compliant displays The VP 772 will not output a picture on an HDMI display that is not HDCP compliant instead it will show a green screen In the PiP mode see Section7 2 even if only one of the inputs is HDCP protected and is output to a non compliant display it will affect the entire screen and turn it green When using a VGA output display the screen will turn black Defining the VP 772 Presentation Matrix Switcher Dual Scaler This section defines the VP 772 dA Z C7 a 4 J J J GL Z ALOAQ 91 MI QG O YO E OOM 23 OW INPUTS FREEZE BLANK dora Eh HOO OGOGO 0 0 o t io OSS Gop oppo r0 ooo Presentation Matrix Switcher Dual Scaler VP 772 Figure 1 VP 772 Presentation Matrix Switcher Dual Scaler Front Panel Feature Function Metal han
38. is document Your rights under this limited warranty are not diminished if you do not complete and return the product registration form or complete and submit the online product registration form Kramer Electronics thanks you for purchasing a Kramer Electronics product We hope it will give you years of satisfaction For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit our Web site where updates to this user manual may be found We welcome your questions comments and feedback Web site www kramerelectronics com KRAMER E mail info kramerel com Institute of Quality amp Control Institute of Quality amp Control SAFETY WARNING Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening and servicing 2900 300295 Rev 1 P N
39. ith Fuse AC connector enabling power supply to the unit POWER Switch Switch for turning the unit on or off RS 485 Port and TERM Switch Connect to an RS 485 controller for example a future optional T bar control Pin G is for the q Installing in a Rack This section provides instructions for rack mounting the unit Before installing in a rack be sure that the environment is within the recommended range OPERATING TEMPERATURE 0 to 40 C 32 to 104 F STORAGE TEMPERATURE 40 to 70 C 40 to 158 F HUMIDITY 10 to 90 RHL non condensing CAUTION When installing on a 19 rack avoid hazards by taking care that 1 It is 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 situa
40. mode pressing the ENTER front panel button in the Swap mode will swap the Preview and Program inputs as follows from Boosgoooo JOOOOOOs er Dual Scaler TO DODODODOM BOOSBOOOL er Dual Scaler When in the Transition mode pressing the ENTER front panel button in the Follow mode will switch the Program inputs to follow the Preview inputs Boogoooo JOOOOOOs er Dual Scaler TO ODODOOOM JOOOOOs PREVIEW L er Dual Scale VP 772 Controlling the VP 772 VP 772 Controlling the VP 772 Button Behavior in the Overlay Mode When in the overlay mode the VP 772 does not pass the Preview audio to the output In the Overlay dual mode the preview audio input button is dimmed OoOoOoOOOoOs w O o O er Dual Scaler When in the Overlay mode in the Single Window setting see Section 6 3 the Preview buttons Audio Video and AFV appear dim as illustrated in the following Boogoooo HADODODO Or INPUTS 4 5 INPUTS ee QOODODODA MOO LI OOO er Dual Scaler If you want to adjust the image of a selected input in a window press that input button again up to 3 times for fast tuning Pressing that input button for the fourth time initiates full tuning of the window 8 2 8 2 1 8 2 2 Controlling via the OSD Menu You can change Preview PiP Window parameters Program Main window parameters and entire system parameters via the OSD menu as describe
41. ng Function Keying Chroma Keying Set to On or Off to enable disable chroma keying continued Note that this feature is available in overlay mode dual windows Luma Keying To turn the keying on the PiP window On or Off see Section 6 5 1 Note that this feature is available in overlay mode dual windows Note that either chroma keying or luma keying can be enabled If one is set to On the other will be Off FW upgrade Upgrade Select to upgrade the firmware see Section 9 1 Rollback Select to return to the previous firmware revision see Section 9 2 Alert System N A Factory Reset Reset to factory default values see Section 10 1 Select Including ETH to perform a full factory reset or Excluding ETH to reset without ETH parameters Once Factory Reset is selected a countdown appears letting you cancel the process and revert to the previous state DO NOT turn the machine off during the factory reset i process The factory reset process takes up to 3 minutes in which all the front panel button lights turn off except for the PANEL LOCK button and then turn on again the image on the displays reappears and only then you can turn the machine off if required 6 5 1 The Luma Keying Feature The luma keying feature lets you display the Preview window the key image as semi transparent over the Program window This feature can be used to have the Preview window display a static or dynamic logo for example which will app
42. o follow the video Select Analog for the analog audio source to follow the video Mid Adjust the midrange requeney Selecting the Correct Aspect Ratio You can configure the aspect ratio of any output image to fit your application The VP 772 offers four different aspect ratio settings Follow Input Follow Output Best Fit and Letterbox Here is how each of these settings works FOLLOW INPUT The aspect ratio and resolution of the input video or graphics signal are both preserved no scaling For example a composite video image with a 4 3 aspect ratio will appear with the same aspect ratio ona 1080p 16 9 output image surrounded by black bars FOLLOW OUTPUT The aspect ratio and resolution of the input signal is re sized to precisely match the aspect ratio and resolution of the VP 772 output signal This may result in some distortion to the input signal images BEST FIT This setting re sizes the video or graphics input signal to best fit the output resolution while maintaining the aspect ratio of the input signal For example a composite video signal 4 3 aspect ratio will best fit to the top and bottom of a widescreen output image resulting in black pillars on either side LETTERBOX This setting compresses the top and bottom edges of the input signal but fills the width of the screen For example to preserve a widescreen film image on a 4 3 display When not using a 4 3 resolution this mode is i
43. ors This section defines the TP pinout using a straight pin to pin cable with RJ 45 connectors EIA TIA 568B PIN Wire Color Orange White Green White e feren e eom Figure 4 TP PINOUT VP 772 Connecting the VP 772 5 2 Connecting the Balanced Stereo Audio Input and Outputs L L G R R L L G R R AAAA gt Oo Figure 5 Balanced Stereo Audio Figure 6 Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output Connection Connection L L GR R L L G R R Figure 8 Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input Figure 7 Balanced Stereo Audio Input E g p Connection Connection VP 772 Connecting the VP 772 e 6 1 The OSD Menu The OSD menu lets you set the VP 772 operation parameters The OSD sub menu operations appear in the OSD title as shown in the example in Section 6 1 e When inthe main menu the OSD title appears empty e Level 1 lists the main menu items e Level 2 includes the second hierarchy level below level 1 e Level 3 includes the third hierarchy level below level 2 e Level 4 includes the fourth hierarchy level below level 3 e Function the fifth level is the selectable parameter or numerical value and can appear either under level 2 3 or 4 OSD Menu Operation Example In the example illustrated below the Program Aspect Ratio is set to Best Fit as illustrated in Figure 9 see OSD menu in Section 6 4 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Function Aspect Ratio Follow Input Follow Output Best Fit Lett
44. rmined based on the age of the product at the time remedy is sought under this limited warranty What Kramer Electronics will not do Under This Limited Warranty If this product is returned to Kramer Electronics or the authorized dealer from which it was purchased or any other party authorized to repair Kramer Electronics products this product must be insured during shipment with the insurance and shipping charges prepaid by you If this product is returned uninsured you assume all risks of loss or damage during shipment Kramer Electronics will not be responsible for any costs related to the removal or re installation of this product from or into any installation Kramer Electronics will not be responsible for any costs related to any setting up this product any adjustment of user controls or any programming required for a specific installation of this product How to Obtain a Remedy under this Limited Warranty To obtain a remedy under this limited warranty you must contact either the authorized Kramer Electronics reseller from whom you purchased this product or the Kramer Electronics office nearest you For a list of authorized Kramer Electronics resellers and or Kramer Electronics authorized service providers please visit our web site at www kramerelectronics com or contact the Kramer Electronics office nearest you In order to pursue any remedy under this limited warranty you must possess an original dated receipt as proof of purchase from an
45. rtain Chessboard or Blinds Direction Select the point of entry of the transition depending on the Effect that was selected in the previous item From Top Right Left to Right Inbound Horizontal From Top Left Right to Left Outbound Vertical From Bottom Right Up Random From Bottom Left Down Take Select to carry out the transition Overlay Single Set to a single window mode operation with one channel displayed Settings Window Picture in PiP dual window mode operation a smaller window Picture superimposed over a full screen image see Section 7 2 Picture PoP dual window mode operation both images appear side by Picture side and the aspect ratios of both images are maintained see Section 7 2 Split SbS dual window mode operation both images are placed side by side with the same height see Section 7 2 Customized N A Single Customized N A Dual 72 The OSD Menu 17 Setting Function Output Video Select the output resolution Native 640x480 60 640x480 75 Resolution 800x600 50 800x600060 800x600 75 1024x768 50 1024x768 60 1024x768075 1280x768050 1280x768 60 1280x800 60 1280x1024 50 1280x1024 60 1280x1024 75 1360x768 60 1366x768050 1366x768 60 1400x1050 50 1400x1050 60 1600x900 60 1600x1200 50 1600x1200 60 1680x1050 60 1920x1200 60RB 480p60 576p50 720p50 720p59 94 720p60 1080p23 976 1080p24 1080p25 1080p29 97 1080p30 1080p50 1080p59 94 1080p
46. s E From Bottom Right Vertical iow in Picture Picture Picture E a 3 Customized ee cl a IE Dual ompa video ar O Resolution 640x480p60 1 eaoxseop7s IS SS sooxeoops0 a 800x600p60 4 800x600p75 5 tozax768p5o fe 1024x768p60 oo ozas eoo rizeox7een60 oo 1280x768p60 _ io 1280x800p60 11 1280x1024p50 M2 128oxtoz4ps0 3 2s0024p7s a riasox7eap60 fe EEE fe a m C raooxi05060 eo eooo fo Teoox200p50 f EEE Je Teso050600 fe Toz01200p08 Ja o o s750 O EI 720980 C SS 72090 A CT are fo moo IE CI C E C E moso IO C E rosos eo i 1st Level 2nd Level 3rd Level 4th Level 5th Level Range Func 108060 a o oo o 1osoi50 de o ooo tosoi o d o de o nso xs Ce aeo o de pos Master Program Oe _ Connection Preview 1 Re pp Jo 24 Color Space YPbPr422 PO YPbPr444 A Follow Output fo fas HDCP Mode Follow Input ooo o O AAA The Program and the Preview menus are identical therefore one table is shown for both The only difference would be in the function number Program functions start with a 3 and Preview functions start with a 4 For example Aspect ratio is 321 for the Program aspect ratio and 421 for the Preview aspect ratio 1st Level 2nd Level 3rd Level 4th Level 5th Level Range Func Notes Program 3xx Source Input 1 E 1 8 310 Imputa o Preview 4xx LLE Input S
47. t Factory Reset through the Misc menu item Protocol 3000 Use Factory command or Y 0 550 1 lt CR gt Contents 1 2 2 1 2 2 2 3 3 3 1 3 2 10 1 10 2 10 3 11 11 1 11 2 11 3 11 4 Introduction Getting Started Achieving the Best Performance Safety Instructions Recycling Kramer Products Overview HDCP Compliance for HDMI inputs Defining the VP 772 Presentation Matrix Switcher Dual Scaler Installing in a Rack Connecting the VP 772 Wiring the RJ 45 Connectors Connecting the Balanced Stereo Audio Input and Outputs The OSD Menu OSD Menu Operation Example The Input Menu The Layout Menu The Program Preview Menus The Misc Menu The Layout The Transition Mode The Overlay Mode Controlling the VP 772 Controlling via the Front Panel Buttons Controlling via the OSD Menu Controlling via the Infrared Remote Control Transmitter Firmware Upgrade The Firmware Upgrade Process Rollback Technical Specifications Default Communication Parameters Input Resolutions Output Resolutions The VP 772 RS 232 Communication Protocol Using the Communication Protocol Communication Protocol Mimicking OSD Protocol Table Mimicking Remote and Front Panel Buttons The Protocol 3000 Common Operation Commands ODF ONNN Ko Figures Figure 1 VP 772 Presentation Matrix Switcher Dual Scaler Front Panel Figure 2 VP 772 Presentation Matrix Switcher Dual Scaler Rear Panel Figure 3 Connecting th
48. te file system Rebooting the board including the RBF and Memory files as well as the application The latest firmware version can be downloaded from the Kramer Web site at http www kramerav com downloads VP 772 The Firmware Upgrade Process Unzip the firmware files on your desktop to a folder named VP 772 and then copy that folder to an empty FAT32 formated USB memory stick with at least 30Mb of free space as a root folder After copying the VP 772 folder as a single root folder the USB memory stick is ready to be used by attaching it into the device Make sure that you remove the USB memory stick safely from your PC Failing to do so may corrupt the firmware files on the memory stick To upgrade the firmware 1 Connect the USB memory stick to the SW UPGRADE USB port on the rear panel of the VP 772 2 On the front panel click the MENU button select FW Upgrade and then select Upgrade see Section 6 5 The OSD shows the firmware version found in the memory stick me i Layout C cramfs 23 02 22 A vp772 23 0436 14458 P b J ENTER or RIGHT to upgrade MENU or LEFT to cancel Figure 21 Firmware Upgrade list of Files to Upgrade 3 Click the ENTER button on the front panel Wait for the completion of the upgrade process Figure 22 Firmware Upgrade Upgrade Process When the firmware upgrade is complete the list of upgraded files appears 3 MESS Upgrading C cramfs done
49. ters Note that for the Inputs menu levels 3 4 and 5 are valid for each input i from 1 to 8 For example Type 3 level item is 111 for Input 1 and 121 for Input 2 and so on In order not to repeat the Inputs menu for each input the function list will have an x denoting the input number from 1 to 8 For example the Type item will have 1x1 as the function number x being from 1 to 8 The following table shows the Program function numbering Note that some items that appear in red on the OSD menu seem missing in the table below These items will be enabled in future firmware and will be described in detail The following table defines the protocol commands 1st Level 2nd Level 3rd Level 4th Level 5th Level Range ES Func Notes Inputs oe wpe DCP Mode On S RGB 1x3 Color Space 1x5 Input 8 YPbPr Follow Input 20 4 1x6 10 EA as 116 feat AAA EAS EAS AAA AAA A A AS AAA AS AAA AAA ay So TP oO 222 N N wo e o Layout Display Mode Wee Transition Settings Mode Swap aan Follow Effect Fade Diagonal Wipe Circle Square Diamond Triangle Curtain Chessboard Blinds Direction Left to Right From Top Left Inbound Right to Left From Bottom Left Outbound Up From Top Right Horizontal the point of entry of the transition will be available depending on the selected effect 1st Level 2nd Level 3rd Level 4th Level 5th Level p Range Func Note
50. the transition mode to carry out a transition Program output volume up and down lt 1 buttons when not in the OSD mode Preview output volume up A and down V buttons when not in the OSD mode RESET TO XGA 720p and PANEL LOCK buttons 8 1 1 Using the Mode Buttons Press the MODE button to toggle between the AFV green LED mode the VIDEO orange LED mode and the Audio red LED mode When selected each mode defines the function of the Program and Preview front panel buttons when next pressing the front panel buttons That is when in the e AFV mode press an INPUT button to select the video together with its audio signal e VIDEO mode to select the video inputs only e AUDIO mode to select the audio inputs only Note that the MODE button indicates the status for the next press on the front panel input buttons only The input buttons light in accordance with the selected modes A bright green button indicates that both the audio and video signals of that input are selected AFV with embedded audio signal A medium green button indicates that both the audio and video signals of that input are selected AFV with analog audio signal _ An orange button indicates that only the video signal of that input is selected A red button indicates that only the audio signal of that input is selected The following example shows how to use the front panel buttons to switch inputs Program INPUT 6 and
51. tions 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 VP 772 Installing in a Rack To rack mount a machine 1 Attach both ear brackets to the machine To do so remove the screws from each side of the machine 3 on each side and replace those screws through the ear brackets 2 Place the ears of the machine against the rack rails and insert the proper screws not provided through each of the four holes in the rack ears Note In some models the front panel may feature built in rack ears e Detachable rack ears can be removed for desktop use e Always mount the machine in the rack before you attach any cables or connect the machine to the power e If you are using a Kramer rack adapter kit for a machine that is not 19 see the Rack Adapters user manual for installation instructions available from our Web site 5 Connecting the VP 772 Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your VP 772 After connecting your VP 772 connect its power and then switch on the power to each device You do not have to connect all the inputs and outputs connect only those that are required To connect the VP 772 as illustrated in the example in Figure 3 do the following 1 Connect up to ei
52. to connect to the device and click Change settings of this connection The Local Area Connection Properties window for the selected network adapter appears as shown in Figure 16 U Local Area Connection Properties Connect using a Intel R 82579V Gigabit Network Connection This connection uses the following items 0 Client for Microsoft Networks Microsoft Network Monitor 3 Driver 2005 Packet Scheduler File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks Sa Intemet Protocol Version 6 TCP Pw6 wi Intemet Protocol Version 4 TCP IPv4 wi Link Layer Topology Discovery Mapper 10 Driver i Link Layer Topology Discovery Responder Uninstall Description TCP IP version 6 The latest version of the intemet protocol that provides communication across diverse interconnected n J Figure 16 Local Area Connection Properties Window VP 772 Controlling the VP 772 4 Highlight either Internet Protocol Version 6 TCP IPv6 or Internet Protocol Version 4 TCP IPv4 depending on the requirements of your IT system 5 Click Properties The Internet Protocol Properties window relevant to your IT system appears as shown in Figure 17 or Figure 18 General Alternate Configuration 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 Default gatewa Obtain DNS server address automatically 9 Use
53. tput after determining the look and feel when in the PREVIEW output e Use the OSD menu to make adjustments and choose the settings When in the transition mode you can set the speed of the transition and determine the type and direction of the transition via the OSD menu see Section 6 3 For example select Cut for an instantaneous transition from the PREVIEW output to the PROGRAM output or select Chessboard for a chessboard transition effect and check Swap to interchange the preview with the program To switch the inputs in the transition mode via the OSD menu you need to set the audio signal define the effects and select the input 1 Inthe Preview gt Advanced gt Audio menu set the Audio signal Set either AFV for the audio to follow the video or an analog input from 1 to 8 f AFV was selected set that audio signal to be embedded or analog Set the output volume bass mid treble balance and lip sync 2 Inthe Layout menu set the display mode for example Transition 3 Define the transition settings Speed Mode Effect and Direction 4 Inthe Preview menu select an Input 5 Inthe Layout menu select Take to carry out the transition To switch the inputs in the transition mode via the front panel buttons 1 Inthe Preview gt Advanced gt Audio menu set the Audio signal Set either AFV for the audio to follow the video or an analog input from 1 to 8 f AFV was selected set that audio signal to be embedded
54. u mode Button press to decrease the Audio OUT 1 Preview volume gt Button Press to move to the next level in the OSD screen see Section 8 1 1 When in the transition mode and not within the OSD VOLUME Button menu increase the Audio OUT 2 Program volume ENTER Button Press to enter sub menu items and save see Section 8 1 1 When in the transition mode and not within the OSD menu performs as the TAKE button RESET TO XGA 720P Button Press to reset the video output resolution to XGA or 720p Press and hold for about 3 seconds to toggle between reset to XGA and reset to 720p detached Press and hold for about 3 seconds to lock unlock the front panel buttons LL AN 7J GLa e MOINIADA TERM L L GRR Lel GRR Lol GRR L l GRR L l GRR Ltl GR R Le R R L L GR R GBA AAA Gi AUGO ty 1 AUDO In 2 AUDIO In 3 AUDIO In 4 AUDIO In 5 AUDO lu 6 ANDO In 7 AUDIO N 8 RS 485 Pr AUDIO a j GRxTx L l GReR L L GR R annan nann SW Preview OUT PROGRAM OUT ETHERNET Umoe RS 232 Our 1 Figure 2 VP 772 Presentation Matrix Switcher Dual Scaler Rear Panel Feature Function AUDIO OUT 2 terminal Block Connectors Connect to the preview balanced stereo audio acceptor Ground connection pins B and A are for RS 485 Set the TERM switch down if the VP 772 is the last unit on the RS 485 line The ground connection is sometimes connected to the shield of the RS 485 cable Power Connector w
55. utton from 1 to 8 to select the main window and press ENTER Press a Preview button from 1 to 8 to select the PiP window see Section 8 3 7 2 1 3 Selecting the Program Preview Source via the OSD Menu You can select an input source only after you set the Display mode to the Overlay mode see Section 6 3 To set the Program Preview source via the OSD menu do the following 1 Press the MENU button to access the OSD menu 2 Inthe Layout menu set Display Mode to Overlay 3 In Overlay Settings set the image display to any of the dual window options or to single window 4 Inthe Program Preview menu select Source 5 Select an input from 1 to 8 6 Press the ENTER button 7 Press the MENU a few times until you exit the OSD menu changes are saved upon exit 8 Controlling the VP 772 The VP 772 can be controlled via The front panel buttons see Section 8 1 The OSD menu see Section 8 2 The infrared remote control transmitter see Section 8 3 8 1 Controlling via the Front Panel Buttons The VP 772 includes the following front panel buttons Mode button to select AFV Video or Audio switching see Section 8 1 1 Program and Preview input selector buttons see Section 8 1 1 FREEZE and BLANK buttons note these buttons illuminate green when selected MENU and ENTER buttons up down left and right arrow buttons to navigate through the OSD menu see Section 6 Enter button functions as TAKE when in
56. y standard terminal software for example the Windows HyperTerminal Application Using the Communication Protocol There are three different methods to control the VP 772 RS 232 or the Ethernet e Protocol commands mimicking the OSD see Section 11 2 e The button functions mimicking the remote controller buttons as well as the front panel buttons see Section 11 3 e Protocol 3000 common commands see Section 11 4 All three tables together include all the protocol commands but they are not identical and do not always include the same information Some of the data may appear in one or two of the tables but not in the third table and vice versa The protocol 3000 communications protocol uses a data rate of 115200 baud with no parity 8 data bits and 1 stop bit Communication Protocol Mimicking OSD The audio video protocol commands define all the function numbers their valid parameters can be used with protocol 3000 Using the Communication Protocol with Protocol 3000 the Y Command Set Command Type in Y Control_ Type 0 Function Param Reply id 01Y Control _Type 0 Function Param OK Set command example set HDCP mode for input 1 113 to On Send y 0 113 1 Result O1 Y 0 113 1 OK 11 2 2 Get Command Type in Y Control_ Type 1 Function Result id 01Y Control_ Type 1 Function Param Get command example get HDCP mode for input 1 113 Send y 1 113 R

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