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1. other controller if control via RS 232 is required e RS 485 Phoenix terminal block cable if control via RS 485 is required In addition set the dipswitches as section 4 1 3 describes 4 1 1 Connecting a PC To connect a PC to the VP 4x4 without using a Null modem adapter e Connect the RS 232 DB9 port on your PC to the RS 232 DB9 rear panel port on the Master VP 4x4 unit as Figure 2 illustrates depending on whether the PC has a 9 pin or 25 pin connector PIN 5 Connected to PIN 5 Ground PIN 3 Connected to PIN 2 PIN 7 Connected to PIN 5 Ground PIN 2 Connected to PIN 3 PIN 2 Connected to PIN 2 PIN 3 Connected to PIN 3 Female DB9 From PC Male DB9 To Switcher PIN 4 Connected to PIN 6 PINS 8 7 1 Connected together If a shielded cable is used connect the shield to PIN 5 Female DB25 From PC Male DB9 To Switcher PIN 20 Connected to PIN 6 PINS 8 5 4 Connected together If a shielded cable is used connect the shield to PIN 7 DB25 and PIN 5 DB9 Figure 2 Connecting a PC without using a Null modem Adapter To connect a PC to the VP 4x4 using a Null modem adapter e Connect the RS 232 DB9 rear panel port on the Master VP 4x4 unit to the Null modem adapter and connect the Null modem adapter with a 9 wire flat cable to the RS 232 DB9 port on your PC as Figure 3 illustrates 1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connec2. Audio Matrix Switcher VP 4x4 unit characteristics display in the following circumstances e Immediately and automatically after switching on the power and e When simultaneously pressing the 3 SELECTOR IN buttons 1 2 and 3 for 3 seconds 5 2 Choosing the Audio Follow Video or Breakaway Option You can switch stereo audio signals in one of 2 ways either e Audio follow video AFV in which all operations and status indicators relate to both the video and the audio channels or e Breakaway in which video and audio channels switch independently 5 2 1 Setting the Audio Follow Video Option To set the Audio follow video AFV option 1 Press the AFV button The AFV button illuminates The audio will follow the video 2 Ifthe audio configuration differs from the video configuration both the Audio IN STATUS 7 segment displays and the AUD button will blink and require reconfiguring for AFV operation 3 Press the TAKE button to confirm the modification reconfiguring the audio according to the video 5 2 2 Setting the Breakaway Option To set the Breakaway option 1 Press either the AUD for audio control only or the VID for video control only button 2 Ifthe AUD button illuminates all switching operations relate to the Audio section 3 Ifthe VID button illuminates all switching operations relate to the Video section 5 3 Switching OUT IN Combinations To switch a video audio input to a video audio outpu
3. Kramer Electronics Ltd ah KRAMER USER MANUAL Model VP 4x4 4x4 VGA XGA Audio Matrix Switcher Contents Contents 1 Introduction 2 Getting Started 3 Overview 4 Your VGA XGA Audio Matrix Switcher 4 1 Connecting the VP 4x4 4 1 1 Connecting a PC 4 1 2 Connecting a Phoenix Terminal Block Cable 4 1 3 Dipswitch Settings 5 Operating Your Audio Matrix Switcher 5 1 Displaying Unit Characteristics 5 2 Choosing the Audio Follow Video or Breakaway Option 5 2 1 Setting the Audio Follow Video Option 5 2 2 Setting the Breakaway Option 53 Switching OUT IN Combinations 5 4 Confirming Settings 5 4 1 Toggling between the AT ONCE and CONFIRM Modes 5 4 2 Confirming a Switching Action 5 5 Storing Recalling Input Output Configurations 5 5 1 Storing an Input Output Configuration 5 5 2 Recalling an Input Output Configuration 5 5 3 Deleting an Input Output Configuration 5 6 Locking the Front Panel 6 Technical Specifications Figures Figure 1 VP 4x4 VGA XGA Audio Matrix Switcher Figure 2 Connecting a PC without using a Null modem Adapter Figure 3 VP 4x4 Connections Figure 4 VP 4x4 Unit Characteristics Figure 5 SELECTOR Buttons Tables Table 1 Front Panel VP 4x4 VGA XGA Audio Matrix Switcher Features Table 2 Rear Panel VP 4x4 VGA XGA Audio Matrix Switcher Features Table 3 Rear Panel Dipswitches Table 4 Technical Specifications of the VP 4x4 VGA XGA Audio Matrix Switcher OWDmWDAANNADUNUUNY AN m
4. PAID UU he NAA A he KRAMER Introduction 1 Introduction Dedication by Kramer Electronics since 1981 to the development and manufacture of high quality video audio equipment makes the Kramer line an integral part of the finest production and presentation facilities in the world In recent years Kramer has redesigned and upgraded most of the line making the best even better The Kramer line of professional video audio electronics is one of the most versatile and complete available and is a true leader in terms of quality workmanship price performance ratio and innovation In addition to our high quality industrial and broadcast switchers and matrix switchers we also offer excellent amplifiers remote controllers processors interfaces and computer related products Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VP 4x4 VGA XGA Audio Matrix Switcher This product is ideal for the following typical applications e Professional display systems requiring true 4x4 matrix operation e Multimedia and presentation source and acceptor selection e Remote monitoring of computer activity in schools and businesses e Rental staging applications The package includes the following items e VP 4x4 VGA XGA Audio Matrix Switcher e Power cord e Windows 95 98 NT Kramer control software e Null modem adapter e This user manual e Kramer concise product catalog CD 2 Getting Started We recommend that you e Unpack the eq
5. cal Specifications of the VP 4x4 VGA XGA Audio Matrix Switcher INPUTS 4 analog red green blue signals 0 7 Vpp 75 Q H amp V syncs TTL level on HD15F connectors 4 balanced audio stereo signals 4dBm 33kQ typical 21 Vpp max on detachable terminal blocks OUTPUTS 4 analog red green blue signals 0 7 Vpp 75 Q H amp V syncs TTL level on HD15F connectors 4 balanced audio stereo signals 4dBm 50 Q typical 21 Vpp max on detachable terminal blocks VIDEO BANDWIDTH 440 MHz 3dB VIDEO CROSSTALK 55 dB VIDEO S N RATIO 73 dB DIFF GAIN 0 05 DIFF PHASE 0 13 Deg K FACTOR lt 0 05 AUDIO BANDWIDTH 100 kHz 3dB AUDIO S N RATIO 77 dB unweighted AUDIO THD NOISE 0 031 2 HARMONIC 0 02 CONTROL 17 selector switches RS 232 RS 485 DIMENSIONS 19 inch W 7 inch D 1U H rack mountable POWER SOURCE 230 VAC 50 60 Hz 115VAC U S A 12VA max WEIGHT 2 7 kg 6 lbs approx ACCESSORIES Power cord Null modem adapter Windows 95 98 NT Kramer control software 1 Warning that you need to unlock to regain control via the front panel 12 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD LIMITED WARRANTY Kramer Electronics hereafter Kramer warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms HOW LONG IS THE WARRANTY Labor and parts are warranted for three years from the date of
6. cher e Set dipswitches 1 2 and 3 according to Table 3 Table 3 Rear Panel Dipswitches Dipswitch Settings Machine Self Address Dipswitch 3 2 1 1 2 3 148 0 o o 0 OFF OFF OFF 2 0 Jo o 1 OFF OFF ON 3 0 o 1 0 OFF ON OFF 4 o po 1 OFF ON ON 5 0 1 0 o ON OFF OFF 6 O 1 0 1 ON JOFF ON 7 O 1 11 0 ON ON OFF 8 O 1 1 1 ON JON ON 5 Operating Your Audio Matrix Switcher Operate your VP 4x4 via e The front panel buttons RS 232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system PC or other serial controller 5 1 Displaying Unit Characteristics Clarify the following VP 4x4 unit characteristics as Figure 4 illustrates e The number of IN and OUT ports The firmware version number and the MACHINE Video STATUS Audio 2 3 4 OUT 1 3 4 qu fa 4 A A Number 44 Number 10 Number 1 indicates 4 IN ports indicates the indicates the land 4 OUT ports firmware MACHINE version Figure 4 VP 4x4 Unit Characteristics 1 For instructions on using the Windows 95 98 NT TM Control Software refer to the separate user manual included on the CD ROM in pdf format Kramer Control Software 2 Via the Video IN STATUS 7 segment display as item 9 in Figure 1 illustrates 3 Via the Audio IN STATUS 7 segment display as item 8 in Figure 1 illustrates KRAMER Operating Your
7. g TAKE toggles the mode between the CONFIRM mode and the AT ONCE mode user confirmation per action is unnecessary 16 LOCK Button Disengages the front panel switches Table 2 Rear Panel VP 4x4 VGA XGA Audio Matrix Switcher Features Feature Function 1 Audio INPUTS Phoenix Connectors Audio inputs 2 Audio OUTPUTS Phoenix Connectors Audio outputs 3 RS 485 Connector RS 485 Phoenix detachable terminal block port 4 RS 232 Connector DB 9F connector connects to PC or Remote Controller 5 MACHINE Dipswitches setup 6 Power Connector with Fuse AC connector enabling power supply to the unit 7 VGA XGA Video OUTPUTS Connects to the VGA XGA video outputs 1 to 4 8 VGA XGA Video INPUTS Connects to the VGA XGA video inputs 1 to 4 1 Refer to section 5 5 2 For example press ALL and then Input button 2 to connect input 2 to all the outputs 3 Refer to section 5 1 4 Refer to section 5 1 5 For example press STO and then the Output button 3 to store in Setup 3 6 Only view nothing is implemented at this stage 7 When in Confirm mode the TAKE button illuminates KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Your VGA XGA Audio Matrix Switcher 4 1 Connecting the VP 4x4 To connect the VP 4x4 connect the following to the rear panel ports e Power cord e VGA XGA video input and output cables e Audio input and output cables e APC via the null modem adapter when using the Kramer Control software or
8. nd 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 B Unintentional radiators CAUTION B 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 B Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine B Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components 13 KRAMER For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit our Web site www kramerelectronics com Updates to this user manual may be found at http www kramerelectronics com manuals html We welcome your questions comments and feedback 007 o Ly ia Institu
9. ng 1 Either 1 2 3 4 or ALL 2 When the audio follow video option is active refer to section 5 2 3 Items 8 and 9 respectively in Figure 1 4 Either 1 2 3 4 or OFF 5 Failure to press the TAKE button within one minute the Timeout will abort the action KRAMER Operating Your Audio Matrix Switcher 1 Press the dim TAKE button to toggle from the AT ONCE mode to the CONFIRM mode Actions now require user confirmation and the TAKE button illuminates 2 Press the illuminated TAKE button to toggle from the CONFIRM mode back to the AT ONCE mode Actions no longer require user confirmation and the TAKE button no longer illuminates 5 4 2 Confirming a Switching Action To confirm a switching action in CONFIRM mode do the following 1 Press an OUT IN combination The corresponding Audio and Video IN STATUS 7 segment displays blink The TAKE button also blinks 2 Press the blinking TAKE button to confirm the action The corresponding Audio and Video IN STATUS 7 segment displays no longer blink The TAKE button illuminates To confirm several actions in CONFIRM mode do the following 1 Press each OUT IN combination in sequence The corresponding Audio and Video IN STATUS 7 segment display blinks The TAKE button also blinks 2 Press the blinking TAKE button to confirm all the actions The corresponding Audio and Video IN STATUS 7 segment displays no longer blink The TAKE button illuminates 5 5 S
10. sing an INPUT button connects that input to all outputs 5 OFF Button Pressing OFF after pressing an OUTPUT button disconnects that output from the inputs To disconnect all the outputs press the ALL button and then the OFF button 6 Video STATUS Identifies a cross point between each video output to which the video input OUT labels displayed below it is connected 7 Audio STATUS Identifies a cross point between each audio output to which the audio input OUT labels displayed below it is connected 8 Audio IN STATUS 7 segment Display Displays the selected audio input switched to the output marked above each input Also displays the firmware version number and the MACHINE 9 Video IN STATUS 7 segment Display Displays the selected video input switched to Also displays the number of IN and the output marked above each input OUT ports 10 VID Button Affects video the default 11 AFV Button Affects audio follow video 12 AUD Button Affects audio 13 STO Button Pressing STO STORE followed by an output button stores the current setting 14 RCL Button Pressing the RCL RECALL button and the corresponding OUTPUT key recalls a setup The stored status blinks Pressing a different OUTPUT button lets you view another setup After making your choice pressing the RCL button again implements the new status 15 TAKE Button Pressin
11. t do the following 1 Item 2 in Figure 1 2 Audio and video connections are the same 3 Warning that changes are about to occur in the audio section 8 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Operating Your Audio Matrix Switcher 1 Press an OUT button The corresponding Audio and or Video IN STATUS 7 segment displays blink 2 Press an IN button The selected input switches to the selected output For example press the ALL button and then IN button 2 to connect input 2 to all the outputs 5 4 Confirming Settings Choose to work in the AT ONCE or the CONFIRM mode In the AT ONCE mode e You save time e Actions require no user confirmation e Execution is immediate e No protection is offered against changing an action in error In the CONFIRM mode e You have an optional method to help avoid making a mistake e Every action requires user confirmation e Execution is delayed until the user confirms the action e Protection is offered to prevent erroneous switching e You can key in several actions and then confirm them by pressing the TAKE button once to simultaneously switch all monitors Pressing an OUT IN combination when your VP 4x4 operates in the AT ONCE mode implements the switch immediately When the VP 4x4 operates in the CONFIRM mode press the blinking TAKE button to authorize the switch 5 4 1 Toggling between the AT ONCE and CONFIRM Modes To toggle between the AT ONCE and CONFIRM modes do the followi
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13. the first customer purchase WHO IS PROTECTED Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty WHAT IS COVERED AND WHAT IS NOT COVERED Except as 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 Ze Any product on which the serial number has been defaced modified or removed 35 Damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from i Accident misuse abuse neglect fire water lightning or other acts of nature ii Product modification or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product iii Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by Kramer iv Any shipment of the product claims must be presented to the carrier v Removal or 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 WILL NOT PAY FOR We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items We will not pay for the following 1 Removal or installations charges 2 Costs of initial technical adjustments set up including adjustment of
14. ting it to your VP 4x4 After connecting your VP 4x4 switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device KRAMER Your VGA XGA Audio Matrix Switcher 4 1 2 Connecting a Phoenix Terminal Block Cable Connect a Phoenix terminal block cable connector to the RS 485 port on each VP 4x4 unit in the series as Figure 3 illustrates Null modem Adapter connects to PC RS 232 In Port WU RS 485 RS 488 GND BA VP 4x4 Machine 1 Master Audio Matrix Switcher VP 4x4 Machine 2 Audio Matrix Switcher He 2 E RS 485 e Qg Q ig BRE N 123 OFF VP 4x4 Machine 8 ON Audio Matrix Switcher For MACHINE 1 and 8 push the fourth dipswitch DOWN ON terminating the line with 120 Ohm Figure 3 VP 4x4 Connections 4 1 3 Dipswitch Settings The VP 4x4 includes a set of 4 dipswitches as Figure 3 illustrates above You configure each VP 4x4 unit by setting the dipswitches as follows e Pull a dipswitch DOWN to set it to ON e Pull a dipswitch UP to set it to OFF e Set dipswitch 4 to ON for the first and last units only otherwise set dipswitch 4 to OFF 1 You can connect up to 8 units 2 Acts as a terminator 6 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Operating Your Audio Matrix Swit
15. toring Recalling Input Output Configurations You can store and recall up to 8 input output configurations using the 4 SELECTOR IN and the 4 SELECTOR OUT buttons as Figure 5 illustrates 1 The TAKE button is dim 2 The TAKE button illuminates 3 Items 8 and 9 respectively in Figure 1 4 Items 8 and 9 respectively in Figure 1 5 Items 8 and 9 respectively in Figure 1 6 Items 8 and 9 respectively in Figure 1 7 The 8 input output configurations or setups also include the relevant audio follow video breakaway option definition 10 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Operating Your Audio Matrix Switcher o GSELECTOR_______ E 2 a 4 our 1 2 3 4 Gl E Ge Figure 5 SELECTOR Buttons 5 5 1 Storing an Input Output Configuration To store the current status in memory do the following 1 Press the STO button The STO button blinks 2 Press one of the 8 SELECTOR buttons The memory stores the data at that reference 5 5 2 Recalling an Input Output Configuration To recall an input output configuration do the following 1 Press the RCL button The RCL button blinks 2 Press the appropriate SELECTOR button The memory recalls the stored data from that reference If you cannot remember which of the 8 input output configurations is the one that you want set the VP 4x4 to the CONFIRM mode and manually scan all the input output configurations
16. uipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment e Review the contents of this user manual KRAMER Overview Overview The VP 4x4 is a true 4x4 matrix switcher for VGA XGA signals and stereo balanced audio signals The VP 4x4 enables the user to simultaneously route any or all of the 4 inputs to any or all of the 4 outputs In addition the VP 4x4 includes e Video bandwidth of 440 MHz that ensures transparent VGA XGA performance e Easy to comnect detachable terminal block connectors on which the audio signals reside e DC coupled inputs and outputs e Audio follow video and breakaway options e Storing and recalling setup options e Take button for precise switch control e Lock button to prevent tampering with the front panel e The ability to control via the front panel buttons or remotely by RS 485 or RS 232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system PC or other serial controller 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 that may adversely influence signal quality e Position your Kramer VP 4x4 in a location free from moisture and away from excessive sunlight and dust Your VGA XGA Audio Matrix S
17. until you locate it 5 5 3 Deleting an Input Output Configuration To delete an input output configuration do the following 1 Press the STO and RCL buttons simultaneously Both the STO and RCL buttons blink 2 Press the appropriate SELECTOR button This erases that specific input output configuration from the memory leaving it empty and available 1 The gray numbers 1 to 8 in Figure 5 that illustrate the corresponding store recall configuration number are for the purpose of illustration only and do not actually appear on the buttons 2 Storing a new configuration over a previous configuration without deleting it first replaces the previous configuration 11 KRAMER Technical Specifications 5 6 Locking the Front Panel To prevent changing the settings accidentally or tampering with the front panel lock your VP 4x4 Unlocking releases the protection mechanism To lock the VP 4x4 e Press the LOCK button for more than 2 seconds The LOCK button illuminates freezing the front panel controls Pressing a button will have no effect except to cause the LOCK button to blink Nevertheless even though the front panel is locked you can still operate your PC control software To unlock the VP 4x4 e Press the illuminating LOCK button for more than 2 seconds The VP 4x4 unlocks and the LOCK button no longer illuminates 6 Technical Specifications Table 4 includes the technical specifications Table 4 Techni
18. user controls or programming These costs are the responsibility of the Kramer dealer from whom the product was purchased 3 Shipping charges HOW YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE 1 To obtain service on you product you must take or ship it prepaid to any authorized Kramer service center Ze Whenever warranty service is required the original dated invoice or a copy must be presented as proof of warranty coverage and should be included in any shipment of the product Please also include in any mailing a contact name company address and a description of the problem s 3 For the name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center consult your authorized dealer LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES All implied warranties including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to the length of this warranty EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES The liability of Kramer for any effective products is limited to the repair or replacement of the product at our option Kramer shall not be liable for 1 Damage to other property caused by defects in this product damages based upon inconvenience loss of use of the product loss of time commercial loss or 2 Any other damages whether incidental consequential or otherwise Some countries may not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations a
19. witcher Figure 1 illustrates the front and rear panels of the VP 4x4 Tables 1 and 2 define the front and rear panels of the VP 4x4 respectively KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD aanva AIYINM XID OPNY VOX VDA PXt dA T 24814 y t INdLno INALNO v Z LNdLNO LAdLNO t NANI LAdNI Z LAdNI NANI oleo de also e oleo also e also ese So of ARE Sa a A a OVA OEZ 34 S8v Sy A 714 LU 14 ZU 14 LN Y A AO 00 bxb dA XIEN SIPNY WIX VIA 7x7 a sawyun l TOY anv GIA gt y p E 340 A y z L aly aiy ee E a A E E oe 4 gt U LJ LJ a as opne SNivLs oap Y TO L93135 Bamba A oaa GO C JOYOIMS XIL OIP NV VOX VDA MOA Your VGA XGA Audio Matrix Switcher Table 1 Front Panel VP 4x4 VGA XGA Audio Matrix Switcher Features Feature Function 1 Power Switch Illuminated switch supplying power to the unit 2 a IN Select the input to switch to the output The SELECTOR IN and OUT uttons buttons also store recall the 3 SELECTOR OUT Select the output to which the input is switched input output configurations Buttons 4 ALL Button Pressing ALL before pres
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