USER MANUAL - Kramer Electronics
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1. VIDEO XGA OUT Gm DE XGA Sources UXGA Acceptor ClO Speakers i Video Sources LL Joe gm Video Acceptor S Video Acceptor Figure 16 Separate Switcher Mode 7 3 Master Audio Mode In the master audio mode you can route an audio input signal from any of the A V switchers or from the microphone to the MASTER OUT and or SPKR OUT outputs Figure 17 shows a plasma display connected to the VP 23N unit via the UXGA OUT HDISF connector and a pair of speakers connected to the SPKR OUT terminal block connector 1 When pressing button 2 under the VGA UXGA AUDIO SELECTOR the UXGA IN 2 signal is routed to the display The VGA UXGA button under the MASTER AUDIO SELECTOR section automatically illuminates and the UXGA audio signal is routed to the SPKR OUT and the MASTER OUT terminal block connectors simultaneously 1 The UXGA output is simultaneously routed to the UXGA CAT 5 OUT connector 2 The MASTER audio signal is routed simultaneously to the SPKR OUT and the MASTER OUT channels The only difference between them is that the SPKR OUT channel has an internal power amplifier which lets you connect the speakers directly to the unit 3 As we2. EIA TIA 568A EIA TIA 568B PIN Wire Color PIN Wire Color 1 Green White 1 Orange White 2 Green 2 Orange 3 Orange White 3 Green White 4 Blue 4 Blue 5 Blue White 5 Blue White 6 Orange 6 Green 7 Brown White 7 Brown White 8 Brown 8 Brown E mefcmeAcpupr rcm Pair 1 4and5 Pair 1 4and5 Pair2 3and6 Pair 2 1and2 Pair3 1 2 Pair3 3and6 Pair4 7 8 Pair 4 7 and 8 Figure 5 CAT 5 PINOUT 12 45 78 36 15 Connecting the VP 23N Presentation Switcher 6 3 Connecting the Balanced Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input Output Figure 6 Figure 7 and Figure 8 illustrate how to wire a balanced unbalanced input and or output connection L L G R Figure 6 Connecting a Balanced Stereo Audio Input Output L L G R R Figure 7 Connecting an Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input L L G R R Figure 8 Connecting an Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output 16 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting the VP 23N Presentation Switcher 6 4 6 5 Connecting a PC You can connect a PC or other controller to the VP 23N via the RS 232 port To connect using the Null modem adapter provided with the machine recommended method e Connect the RS 232 DB9 rear panel port on the VP 23N 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 To connect without using a Null modem ada
3. CV IN 1 CVIN3 L GHR L G R L G R L G R L 6 UXGAIN 1 UXGAIN3 ETHERNET RS 232 FLASH Pros UXGA OUT Figure 2 VP 23N Presentation Switcher Rear View RS 485 GBA L G R L G R L G R UXGA CAT 5 QUT RS 485 Term KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Your Presentation Switcher Table 3 Rear Panel VP 23N Presentation Switcher Features L Feature Function 1 MIC IN Connector Connect to the microphone 2 COND DYN Selector Switch Push in to select a condenser push out to select a dynamic microphone 3 CV OUT Connect to the composite video balanced audio acceptor Terminal Block Connector 4 Y C OUT Connect to the s Video balanced audio acceptor Terminal Block Connector 5 UXGA OUT Connect to the VGA UXGA balanced audio acceptor Terminal Block Connector 6 Q MASTER OUT Connect the master balanced audio channel acceptor lt Terminal Block Connector 7 CV IN Connect to the composite video balanced audio sources Terminal Block Connectors 8 SPKR OUT Connect to a pair of loudspeakers Terminal Block Connector 9 Y C IN Connect to the s Video balanced audio sources Terminal Block Connectors 10 UXGA IN Connect to the VGA UXGA balanced audio sources Terminal Block Connectors 11 RE
4. z wave RS 485 RS2S2IN RS2320UT Rc 3000 Ae UXGAOUT Figure 10 Controlling via RS 485 for example using an RC 3000 6 6 Controlling via ETHERNET You can connect the VP 23N via the Ethernet using a crossover cable see section 6 6 1 for direct connection to the PC or a straight through cable see section 6 6 2 for connection via a network hub or network router 1 After connecting the Ethernet port you have to install and configure your Ethernet Port and also install the COM Port Redirector For detailed instructions see the Ethernet Configuration Lantronix guide pdf file in the technical support section on our Web site http www kramerelectronics com 18 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting the VP 23N Presentation Switcher 6 6 1 Connecting the ETHERNET Port directly to a PC Crossover Cable You can connect the Ethernet port of the VP 23N to the Ethernet port on your PC via a crossover cable with RJ 45 connectors as Table 6 and Figure 11 define Table 6 Crossover Cable RJ 45 PINOUT EIA TIA 568A EIA TIA 568B Side 1 Side2 PIN Wire Color PIN Wire Color 1 White orange 1 White green 2 Orange 2 Green 3 White green 3 White orange 4 Blue 4 Blue 5 White blue 5 White blue 6 Green 6 Orange 7 White brown 7 White brown 8 Brown 8 Brown mo ee
5. Detachable rack ears can be removed for desktop use Always mount the machine in the rack before you attach any cables or connect the machine to the power e If you using a Kramer rack adapter kit for a machine that is not 19 see the Rack Adapters user manual for installation instructions you can download it at http www kramerelectronics com 11 Connecting the VP 23N Presentation Switcher 6 Connecting the VP 23N Presentation Switcher This section describes how to e Connect the rear panel see section 6 1 e Wire the CAT 5 connector see section 6 2 e Connect balanced or unbalanced stereo audio see section 6 3 Connect a PC or other controller via the RS 232 port see section 6 4 Connect a controller via the RS 485 port see section 6 5 e Control the VP 23N via the ETHERNET see section 6 6 e Cascade several machines see section 6 7 e Set the dipswitches see section 6 8 6 1 Connecting the VP 23N Rear Panel In Figure 4 the audio connections are not shown except for the microphone and speakers connections In this example all the outputs are connected to the same projector Use the projector controller to switch between the VP 23N video outputs To connect the VP 23N as illustrated in Figure 4 do the following 1 Connect the following video sources One composite video source for example a composite video player to the CV IN 1 BNC connector One s Vide
6. Size 63 Kbytes Blank Est Range 0000 FBFF Checksum 0400 Offset 0000 No Reset Before Loading x 22 File Serial Number AIMEL 42 OFF Figure 22 Loading the Hex 31 Flash Memory Upgrade 6 The Open Hile window opens Select the correct HEX file that contains the updated version of the firmware for VP 23N for example 23NM_VIp2 hex and click Open Press the keyboard shortcut key F3 or select the Communication RS232 command from the Settings menu or press the keys Alt SCR The RS232 window appears Change the COM port according to the configuration of your computer and select the 9600 baud rate RS232 Fils x 1 Port 4 Baud 9600 c Manual Sync Connect Disconnect syne Cancel Figure 23 RS 232 Window Click Connect In the Atmel Flip window in the Operations Flow column the Run button is active and the name of the chip appears as the name of the third column AT89C51RD2 Verify that in the Buffer Information column the HEX File VP23N hex appears Atmel Flip 1 8 8 MEE File Buffer Device Settings Help Operations Flow Buffer Infomation Size 63 Kbytes Blank FF 3 Erase Range 0000 1408 pevca Checksum 08FDF1 Device Id 2 Offset 0000 Device 43 Blank Check No Reset Before Loading Hardware Byte Bootlo
7. via RS 232 1 Two channels are active in the Talk Over mode a source selected via the MASTER AUDIO SELECTOR buttons and the microphone channel 2 Adjust the microphone level via the MIC AUDIO LEVEL and buttons 3 MASTER OUT and SPKR OUT 4 Useful in the TALK OVER mode when the microphone level needs to be adjusted separately 5 Achieving optimum results for a particular environment when using a microphone may require experimentation in adjusting the AUDIO and MIC LEVELS 6 This is the pre installed factory default The default can be modified via the Windows based Kramer control software 24 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating Your Switcher Pressing an illuminated AUDIO SELECTOR button for more than 2 seconds disconnects that master audio output and the button no longer illuminates The video will continue to display but without sound The Master Audio automatically follows the last input selected for example VGA UXGA regardless of the switcher group VGA s Video or composite video and the respective button under the MASTER AUDIO SELECTOR section illuminates indicating that the selected input for example VGA UXGA is routed to the master outputs 7 2 The Independent Switchers Mode In the independent switchers mode the three switchers of the VP 23N operate independently from each other as illustrated in Figure 16 You can route one of the 4 CV inputs one of the 4 Y C inputs and one of
8. RS232 FLASH RS485 we Pros GBA IMIS _ 2 viena UXGAIN2 UXGA IN 4 Figure 17 Switching in the Master Audio Mode 1 Another way to use the microphone is to press the TALK OVER button the main audio level is lowered when the microphone picks up speech 37 Flash Memory Upgrade 7 4 8 1 Using the Infra red Remote Controller You can use the RC IR2 IR transmitter to control the machine via the built in IR receiver on the front panel or instead via an optional external IR receiver The external IR receiver can be located 15 meters away from the machine This distance can be extended to up to 60 meters when used with three extension cables Before using the external IR receiver be sure to arrange for your Kramer dealer to insert an internal IR connection cable which is required so that the REMOTE IR 3 5mm connector can be used Connect the external IR receiver to the REMOTE IR 3 5mm connector To operate your device using the infra red remote controller see the User Manual packed with the remote controller Flash Memory Upgrade The VP 23N firmware is located in FLASH memory which lets you upgrade to the latest Kramer firmware version in minutes The process involves e Downloading from the Internet see section 8 1 e Connecting the PC to the RS 232 port see section 8 2 e Upgrading Firmware see section 8 3 Downloading from the Internet You can download the
9. XGAW Enemer Rs 232 UXGA QUT EEEET EEEETEEFEH 1 Pc GBA ME chi RS 485 TERM 5 g AUDIO E US VIDEO UXGAWS 8 232 UxGAoUT uxca 2 HE UXGA HI i Proa LLLE EM Machine 8 CVOUT VGOUT UXGAOUT MASTER OUT AU 8 E Quy MACH RS 485 TERM UXGA QUT ITE n 0000 0006 Figure 14 Control Configuration via RS 232 and RS 485 22 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting the VP 23N Presentation Switcher 6 8 Dipswitch Settings Figure 15 and Table 8 define the factory default dipswitch settings Figure 15 Default Dipswitch Settings Table 8 Dipswitch Settings DIPS Function Description 1 2 3 Machine Determines the number of the machine in the sequence 4 RS 485 TERM ON for RS 485 Line Termination with 1200 OFF for no RS 485 Line Termination 6 8 1 Setting the Machine Dipswitches You can cascade up to eight VP 23N units The Machine determines the position of a VP 23N unit specifying which VP 23N unit is being controlled when several VP 23N units connect to a PC or serial controller Set the Machine on a VP 23N unit via Setup DIPS 1 2 and 3 according to Table 9 Table 9 Machine Dips
10. excessive sunlight and dust KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Your Presentation Switcher 3 4 Terminology Used in this User Manual Table 1 defines some terms that are used in this user manual Table 1 Terminology Used in this User Manual Term Definition 802 3 The standard specification for ETHERNET that is maintained by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers IEEE Dynamic Host Allows the network administrator to distribute IP addresses from a central point and Configuration automatically send a new IP address when an Ethernet point is plugged into a different Protocol DHCP network location Gateway A network position serving as an entry to another network On the Internet a node or stopping point can be either a gateway node or a host end point node IP Address A 32 binary digit number that identifies each sender or receiver within a network via a particular server or workstation of data HTML pages or e mails that is sent in packets across the Internet Every device connected to an IP network must have a unique IP address This address is used to reference the specific unit Local Area Network LAN Computers sharing a common communications line or wireless link which often share a server within a defined geographic area Media Access Control MAC A computer s unique hardware number or address in a LAN or other network On an Ethernet LAN the MAC ad
11. n n1 01818181 8 n2 01 82 81 81 ES n3 01 8381 81 2 n4 018481 81 n1 01818281 8 I2 01828281 In3 0183 82 81 n4 01 84 82 81 n1 01 81 8381 5 2 01828381 gt gt n3 01 83 83 81 n4 01 84 83 81 Table 12 VP 23N Master Audio Selector Hex Table Master Audio Selector Group Audio OUT Audio Master OUT Composite Video Audio OUT 0281 81 81 s Video Audio OUT 02 82 81 81 VGA Audio OUT 02 83 81 81 Microphone 02 84 81 81 Disconnect All 02 80 81 81 10 1 Audio Gain Control Hex Tables The following tables describe the audio gain controls Table 13 Set the Audio Output Gain Control for the Groups Audio Gain Control for Groups Composite Video s Video VGA Notes 16 81 8081 16 82 80 81 16 83 80 81 Mute 1681 EC 81 16 82 EC 81 16 83 EC 81 OdB 1 1 16 81 FF 81 1682 FF 81 16 83 FF 81 9dB Table 14 Set the Audio Output Gain Control for the Microphone Audio Gain Control for Microphone 16 84 80 81 Mute 16 84 CD 81 16 84 FF 81 Maximum 35 Communication Protocol Table 15 Set the Audio Output Gain Control for the Master Audio Audio Gain Control for Master Out 16 85 80 81 16 85 F9 81 1685 FF 81 Mute 0dB 3dB Table 16 Increase or Decrease the Audio Output Gain by One Step Composite s Video VGA Microphone Master Out Video Increase 18 81 80 81 18 82 80 81 18 83 80 81 18 84 80 81 18 85 80 81 Decr
12. be the decimal value of the INPUT and OUTPUT the INPUT representing the number in front of the decimal point and the OUTPUT representing the number following the decimal point For example for version 3 5 the reply will be 0111 110 1000 0011 i e 128 3 1000 0101 i e 128 5 1000 000 NOTE 7 GAIN VALUE Number from 0 to 127 NOTE 8 Answer Current Audio Gain 0 127 38 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED WARRANTY Kramer Electronics hereafter Kramer warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms HOWLONGIS THE WARRANTY Labor and parts are warranted for seven years from the date of the first customer purchase WHOIS PROTECTED Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty WHATIS COVERED AND WHATIS 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 l Any product which is not distributed by Kramer or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer If you are uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the Web site www kramerelectronics com 2 Any product on which the serial number has been defaced modified or removed or on which the WARRANTY VOID IF TAMPERED sticker has been torn reattached removed or otherwise interfered with 3 Damage deterioration or malfunction res
13. first suffix 10 request first prefix 62 DEFINE MACHINE 1 Number of inputs 1 For video 3 2 Number of outputs 2 For audio 1 for CV group 2 for SV group 3 for group 4 for microphone 5 for master audio out NOTES on to Table 18 NOTE 1 When the master switcher is reset e g when it is turned on the reset code is sent to the PC If this code is sent to the switchers it will reset according to the present power down settings NOTE 2 These are bi directional definitions That is if the switcher receives the code it will perform the instruction and if the instruction is performed due to a keystroke operation on the front panel then these codes are sent For example if 0000 0001 Instruction Switch Groups 10000010 Input 2 1000 1001 composite video group 10000001 Machine 1 master Was sent from the PC then the switcher machine 1 will switch input 2 in composite video group to its output If the user switched input 4 in the VGA group via the front panel keypad then the switcher will send 0100 0001 1000 0100 1000 0011 1000 0001 to the PC When the PC sends instruction 1 or 2 to the switcher then if the instruction is valid the switcher replies by sending the same four bytes to the PC that were sent except for the first byte where the DESTINATION bit is set high 37 Communication Protocol NOTE3 The reply to a REQUEST instruction is as
14. the 4 VGA UXGA inputs to the corresponding CV Y C and UXGA outputs respectively To switch an input to an output e Press one button from the set of 4 buttons in the VIDEO CV AUDIO SELECTOR section and or One button from the set of 4 buttons in the s VIDEO Y C AUDIO SELECTOR section and or e One button from the set of 4 buttons in the VGA UXGA Audio SELECTOR section Each pressed button illuminates indicating selection and outputting of that video and audio source 1 In which all operations relate to both the video and the audio channels 2 In which video and audio channels switch independently 3 Replacing the previous illuminated button 4 And to the UXGA CAT 5 OUT connector 5 Assuming that all inputs are connected 6 You cannot select more than one button in a section 7 You can overlook a section and choose not to select a button from it 8 Pressing an illuminated button for more than 2 seconds will disconnect the output and the button will no longer illuminate 25 Operating Your Switcher CV Avo Se ecToR seo YIC Aubio SELECTOR p Avo SELECTOR 2 4 1 2 4 1 2 4 CV svoo
15. 96 DIFF PHASE YC 0 03 Deg CV 0 03 Deg XGA 0 09 Deg K FACTOR 0 196 S N RATIO VIDEO 8188 CV 7588 AUDIO Group 74dB XGA 7588 unweighted Speakers 53dB max pwr weighted Master out 72dB CROSSTALK all hostile VIDEO 49dB 5MHZ AUDIO Group lt 76dB Master lt 69dB 1kHz CONTROLS Channel selector for video and audio for YC CV and XGA master audio output selector audio level talkover lock COUPLING VIDEO DC AUDIO AC AUDIO THD NOISE 1kHZ Group 0 08 Speakers 2 max pwr Master 0 25 AUDIO 2nd HARMONIC Group 0 065 Speakers 1 6 max pwr Master 0 155 POWER SOURCE 100 240VAC 50 60Hz 35VA DIMENSIONS 19 inch W 7 inch D 2U H rack mountable WEIGHT 3 8 kg 8 4 105 approx ACCESSORIES Power cord infra red remote control transmitter PC control software Windows based Configuration Manager XPort software and Com Port Redirector 1 Specifications are subject to change without notice 34 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Hex Table 10 Table Table 11 lists the Hex values which the protocol in section 11 describes in more detail for the VP 23N Presentation Switcher Table 11 VP 23N Hex Table Inputs Composite Video s Video OUT and VGA OUT and OUT and Audio Audio OUT s Video Audio OUT VGA Group ic OUT CV
16. Features Rear Panel VP 23N Presentation Switcher Features VP 23N Underside Panel Feature CAT 5 PINOUT Crossover Cable RJ 45 PINOUT Straight through Cable RJ 45 PINOUT Dipswitch Settings Machine Dipswitch Settings Technical Specifications of the VP 23N Presentation Switcher VP 23N Hex Table VP 23N Master Audio Selector Hex Table Set the Audio Output Gain Control for the Groups Set the Audio Output Gain Control for the Microphone Set the Audio Output Gain Control for the Master Audio Increase or Decrease the Audio Output Gain by One Step Protocol Definitions Instruction Codes 10 14 15 16 16 16 17 18 19 20 20 22 23 26 27 29 30 30 31 31 32 32 33 10 15 19 21 23 23 34 35 35 35 35 36 36 36 37 ii KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Introduction 1 Introduction Welcome to Kramer Electronics Since 1981 Kramer Electronics has been providing a world of unique creative and affordable solutions to the vast range of problems that confront the video audio and presentation professional on a daily basis In recent years we have redesigned and upgraded most of our line making the best even better Our 500 plus different models now appear in eight groups that are clearly defined by function Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VP 23N Presentation Switcher which is ideal for presentation and conference room systems production studios rental and staging The package includes
17. G button on rear panel 14 Connect the power to the VP 23N 1 See also the blue progress indicator on the status bar 2 If an error message Finished shows click Run again 33 Technical Specifications 9 Technical Specifications Table 10 includes the technical specifications Table 10 Technical Specifications of the VP 23N Presentation Switcher INPUTS 4 VGA XGA on HD15F connectors 4 s Video 1 Y 0 3Vpp C 750 on 4 pin connectors 4 composite video 1Vpp 75 on BNC connectors Each input is accompanied by the appropriate balanced stereo audio channels 4dBm 50kQ on detachable terminal block connectors Mic 3mV 10 condenser dynamic XLR connector OUTPUTS 1 x VGA XGA on an HD15F connector 1 s Video 1 Vpp Y 0 3Vpp 750 on 4 pin connector 1 composite video 1 Vpp 75 O on a BNC connector 1 UTP CAT 5 connector Line OUT Each output channel is accompanied by the appropriate balanced stereo audio channel 4dBm 1500 on detachable terminal blocks 1 master stereo audio 4dBm 1500 on a detachable 4 pin terminal block 1 stereo speaker output 2x5W continuous into 40 MAX OUTPUT LEVEL VIDEO YC 1 8Vpp CV 1 8Vpp AUDIO Group 20dBm XGA 1 7Vpp Master 15dBm BANDWIDTH 3dB VIDEO YC 385MHz CV 650MHz AUDIO Group 46kHz XGA 350MHz Speakers 40 2 Master 33kHz DIFF GAIN YC 0 0396 CV 0 0396 XGA 0 15
18. Kramer Electronics Ltd USER MANUAL Model VP 23N Presentation Switcher Contents Contents 1 Introduction 1 2 Getting Started 1 2 1 Quick Start 2 3 Overview 3 3 1 Shielded Twisted Pair STP Unshielded Twisted Pair UTP 3 3 2 About the VP 23N 3 3 3 Recommendations for Achieving the Best Performance 4 3 4 Terminology Used in this User Manual 5 4 Your Presentation Switcher 5 5 Installing the VP 23N in a Rack 11 6 Connecting the VP 23N Presentation Switcher 12 6 1 Connecting the VP 23N Rear Panel 12 6 2 Wiring the CAT 5 LINE OUT RJ 45 Connector 15 6 3 Connecting the Balanced Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input Output 16 6 4 Connecting a PC 17 6 5 Connecting via RS 485 17 6 6 Controlling via ETHERNET 18 6 6 1 Connecting the ETHERNET Port directly to a PC Crossover Cable 19 6 6 2 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub Straight Through Cable 20 6 6 3 Control Configuration via the Ethernet Port 21 6 7 Controlling via RS 232 and RS 485 21 6 8 Dipswitch Settings 23 6 8 1 Setting the Machine Dipswitches 23 7 Operating Your Switcher 24 7 1 The Front Panel Buttons 24 7 2 The Independent Switchers Mode 25 7 3 The Master Audio Mode 26 7 4 Using the Infra red Remote Controller 28 8 Flash Memory Upgrade 28 8 1 Downloading from the Internet 28 8 2 Connecting the PC to the RS 232 Port 29 8 3 Upgrading the Firmware 29 9 Technical Specifications 34 10 Hex Table 35 10 1 Audio Gain Control Hex Tables 35 11 Communication Pr
19. MOTE IR 3 5mm Mini Jack Connect to an external IR receiver unit for controlling the machine via an IR remote controller instead of using the front panel IR receiver 12 CV IN BNC Connectors Connect to the composite video sources 13 CV OUT BNC Connector Connect to the composite video acceptor 14 9 IN 4p Connectors Connect to the s Video sources 15 g Y C OUT 4p Connector Connect to the s Video acceptor 16 UXGA IN HD15 Connectors Connect to the VGA UXGA video sources 17 UXGA OUT HD15 Connector Connect to the VGA UXGA video acceptor 18 ETHERNET Connector Connects to the PC or other Serial Controller through computer networking 19 RS 232 DB 9F Port Connects to the PC or the Remote Controller 20 FLASH PROG Button Push in for Program to upgrade to the latest Kramer firmware see section 8 or release for Normal the factory default 21 RS 485 Terminal Block Port Pins B and A are for RS 485 Pin G may be connected to the shield if required 22 Dipswitches Dipswitches for setup of the unit DIPs 1 2 and 3 are for setting the machine and DIP 4 is for RS 485 termination see section 6 8 1 Both the MASTER OUT and the SPKR OUT terminal block connecters receive the same signal the MASTER OUT outputs it as it is while the SPKR OUT is amplified 2 From 1 to 4 3 Optional Can be used instead of the front panel built in IR receiver to remotely control the VP 23N only if the internal IR connection cable h
20. 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 OFDAMAGES 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 Damage to other property caused by defects in this product damages based upon inconvenience loss ofuse ofthe product loss oftime commercial loss or 2 Anyother damages whether incidental consequential or otherwise Some countries may not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you l his warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from place to place NOTE 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 Subpar
21. able 18 36 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Communication Protocol 4th BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 1 Bits 3 6 Defined as 0 M3 M0 MACHINE NUMBER MACHINE NUMBER DIPSWITCH CODE 1 Table 18 Instruction Codes INSTRUCTION DEFINITION FOR SPECIFIC INSTRUCTION NOTE DESCRIPTION INPUT OUTPUT 0 RESET MACHINE 0 0 1 1 SWITCH GROUPS 1 4 Set equal to video and audio 1 3 Set equal to group to 2 inputs to be switched for the which output is to be relative group switched 2 SWITCH AUDIO OUTPUTS 1 5 Set equal to audio output to 1 2 be switched to Master Audio out 5 REQUEST GROUP STATUS 0 1 3 Set equal to the group of 3 which status is required 6 REQUEST STATUS OF 0 1 3 MASTER AUDIO OUTPUT 8 BREAKAWAY SETTING 0 0 Audio follow video 2 1 Audio breakaway 11 REQUEST BREAKAWAY 0 0 3 SETTING 16 ERROR Don t care 0 Invalid instruction 4 1 Out of range 18 RESET MACHINE 0 0 1 22 SET AUDIO GAIN OF AUDIO 1 5 Gain value T OUTPUT 24 NCREASE DECREASE AUDIO 1 5 0 Increase gain 8 GAIN 1 Decrease gain 25 REQUEST GAIN 1 5 0 Video gain 3 9 1 Audio gain 30 LOCK FRONT PANEL 0 Panel unlocked 0 1 Panel locked 31 REQUEST WHETHER PANEL 0 0 3 IS LOCKED 57 SET AUTO SAVE 1 Autosave Don t care 5 2 No save 61 DENTIFY MACHINE 1 or 2 Machine name 0 request first 4 digits 6 3 or 4 Program version 1 request
22. ader Ver HEX File VP23N hex 5 0 Kbytes Serial Number Manufact Id Program Device SBV Device SSB Verify Level SetSpecial Bytes A MEL C Level2 E Set E Clear File gt Load COM1 9600 Figure 24 Atmel Flip Window Connected KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Flash Memory Upgrade 9 Click Run After each stage of the operation is completed the check box for that stage becomes colored green When the operation is completed all 4 check boxes will be colored green and the status bar message Memory Verify Pass appears Atmel Flip 1 8 8 of x File Buffer Device Settings Help 15 Operations Flow Buffer Information AT89C51RD2 F Size 63 Kbytes s Erase Pen ae Deed or Checksum OBFDFI ld Fc Offset 0000 ese Ir Blank Check No Reset Before Loading Hardware Byte 18 BesteadeVe _ 24 HEX File VP23N hex Device BSB Joo Program 5 0 Kbytes Serial Number Daves a Device 558 FF zc 6 Level C Levelt Set Special Bytes A MEL Level2 o e Memory Verniy Pass Figure 25 Atmel Flip Window Operation Completed 10 Close the Atmel Flip window 11 Disconnect the power on the VP 23N 12 Disconnect the RS 232 rear panel port on the VP 23N unit from the Null modem adapter 13 Release the FLASH PRO
23. as been installed 4 The FLASH PROG reset button is located on the underside of the unit see Figure 3 Your Presentation Switcher L Feature Function 23 UXGA CAT 5 OUT Connect to a remote computer graphics acceptor via a Twisted Pair Connector receiver for example the TP 1 20 24 Power Connector with Fuse AC connector enabling power supply to the unit Figure 3 and Table 4 define the RESET button located on the machine s underside Figure 3 VP 23N Presentation Switcher Underside View Table 4 VP 23N Underside Panel Feature Feature Function RESET Button Press to reset the unit prior to firmware upgrade see section 8 3 1 See section 6 1 10 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Installing the VP 23N in a Rack 5 Installing the VP 23N in a Rack This section describes how to install the VP 23N in a rack Before Installing in a rack How to Rack Mount Before installing in a rack be sure that the environment is within the recommended range Operating temperature range 5 to 45 C 41 to 113 F Operating humidity range 10 to 90 RHL non condensing Storage temperature range 20 to 70 4 to 158 F Storage humidity range 5 to 95 RHL non condensing N CAUTION When installing on a 19 rack avoid hazards by taking care that 1 Itis located within the recommended environme
24. dress is identical to the Ethernet address Protocol TCP IP Address Transmission The basic communication language or protocol of the Internet that breaks the message Control into appropriately sized packets for the network and can be used as a communications Protocol Internet protocol in an intranet or an extranet 4 Figure 1 Figure 2 Table 2 and Table 3 describe the front and rear panels of Your Presentation Switcher the VP 23N respectively Your Presentation Switcher G OH VIDEO CV AUDIO SELECTOR 1 2 3 POWER Presentation Switcher S VIDEO Y C AUDIO SELECTOR 1 2 3 OOL J VGAJUXGA AUDIO SELECTOR 1 2 3 OLI Figure 1 VP 23N Presentation Switcher Front View MASTER AUDIO SELECTOR v 8 VGAIUXGA Mi OLI AUDIO LeveL KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Your Presentation Switcher Table 2 Front Panel VP 23N Presentation Switcher Features Function 1 IR Infra Red Receiver Signals from the remote control transmitter illuminate the LED 2 POWER Switch Illuminated switch supplying power to the unit 3 VIDEO CV AUDIO SELECTOR Selects the composite video audio source from 1 to 4 Buttons 4 s VIDEO Y C AUDIO SELECTOR Selects the s Video audio source from 1 to 4 Buttons 5 VGA UXGA AUDIO SELECTOR Se
25. ease 1881 81 81 18 82 81 81 18 83 81 81 18 84 81 81 18 85 81 81 11 Communication Protocol This protocol which enables RS 232 communication between the VP 23N and the PC uses 4 bytes of information and data is at 9600 baud no parity 8 data bits and 1 stop bit Table 17 Protocol Definitions MSB LSB DESTINATION INSTRUCTION 0 D N5 N4 N3 N2 N1 NO 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 Ist byte INPUT 1 0 0 0 0 l2 1 10 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 2nd byte OUTPUT 1 0 0 0 0 0 O1 00 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 3rd byte MACHINE NUMBER 1 0 0 0 M3 M2 M1 0 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 4th byte 1st BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 0 D DESTINATION BIT This bit is always low when sending from the PC to the switchers and high for information sent to the PC N5 N0 INSTRUCTION These 6 bits define the function that is to be performed by the switcher s Similarly if a function is performed via the machine s keyboard then these bits are set with the INSTRUCTION NO which was performed The instruction codes are defined according to the table below INSTRUCTION NO is the value to be set for 5 2nd BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 1 Bits 3 6 Defined as 0 12 0 INPUT For disconnect set as 0 For other operations these bits are defined according to Table 18 3rd BYTE Bit 7 defined as 1 Bits 2 6 defined as 0 OI O0 OUTPUT For operations these bits are defined according to T
26. follows the same instruction and input codes as were sent are returned and the OUTPUT is assigned to the value of the requested parameter The reply to the instruction 5 what is the status of the VGA group 0000 0101 1000 0000 1000 0011 1000 0001 Would be 0100 0101 1000 0000 1000 0100 1000 0001 NOTE 4 An error code is returned to the PC if an invalid code was sent to the switcher for example when trying to switch an input or a group which is greater than the highest one defined This code is also returned to the PC if an RS 232 instruction is sent while the machine is being programmed via the front panel Reception of this code by the switcher will not be valid NOTE 5 Under normal conditions the machine s present status is saved each time a change is made The power down save the auto save may be disabled using this code Note that each time that the machine is turned ON the auto save function is automatically set NOTE 6 This is a request to identify the switchers in a system If the INPUT is set as 1 or 2 the machine will send its name The reply is the decimal value of the INPUT and the OUTPUT For example the reply to the request to send the machine s name for machine 001 will be 0111 110 1000 0000 i e 128 0 1001 011 i e 128 23 1000 000 If the request for identification is sent with the INPUT set as 3 or 4 the appropriate machine will send its software version number Again the reply would
27. igure 13 7 Click OK General You can get settings assigned automatically if your network supports this capability Otherwise you need to ask your network administrator for the appropriate IP settings Obtain an IP address automatically Use the following address IP address 192 168 1 2 Subnet mask 255 255 0 Default gateway 7 6 Obtain DNS server address automatically 4 Use the following DNS server addresses Preferred DNS server 5 Altemate DNS server Advanced Figure 13 Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties Window 6 6 2 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub Straight Through Cable You can connect the Ethernet port of the VP 23N to the Ethernet port on a network hub or network router via a straight through cable with RJ 45 connectors as Table 7 defines 20 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting the VP 23N Presentation Switcher Table 7 Straight through Cable RJ 45 PINOUT Side 1 Side 2 PIN Wire Color PIN Wire Color 1 White orange 1 White orange 2 Orange 2 Orange 3 White green 3 White green 4 Blue 4 Blue 5 White blue 5 White blue 6 Green 6 Green 7 White brown 7 White brown 8 Brown 8 Brown 6 6 3 Control Configuration via the Ethernet Port To control several units via the Ethernet connect the Master unit Machine 1 via the Ethernet port to the LAN port of your PC Use
28. is HDTV compatible Composite SDI video bandwidth of 650MHz an s Video bandwidth of 385MHz and CAT 5 output capable of handling resolutions up to UXGA 16 selector buttons digital microphone input level control and digital master audio level control A microphone talk over mode the microphone input signal lowers the line audio output level when the connected microphone detects sound A CAT 5 output with a transmission range of more than 300 feet over 100 meters that transmits XGA signals to a remote acceptor via a receiver An internal 5 Watt per channel 24kHz 3dB power amplifier for connecting the speakers directly to the machine A panel LOCK button to prevent tampering with the front panel Previous setup recall via the non volatile memory after power up Changing the audio output levels via RS 232 The VP 23N can be controlled using the front panel buttons or remotely via RS 485 or RS 232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system PC or other serial controller The Kramer Infra Red remote control transmitter The ETHERNET Recommendations for Achieving the Best Performance To achieve the best performance 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 Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances and position your Kramer VP 23N away from moisture
29. lects the VGA UXGA video audio source from 1 to 4 Buttons 6 CV Button Press to route the selected audio signal from the composite video section to the master audio outputs s VIDEO Button Press to route the selected audio signal from the s Video AUD section to the master audio UU SELECTOR VGA UXGA Button Press to route the selected audio signal from the VGA UXGA section to the master audio outputs MIC Button Press to route the microphone input to the master audio outputs 7 MIC Button Increase the microphone audio signal level 8 AUDIO LEVEL Button Decrease the imicrophione audio signal level 9 Button Increase the master audio signal level MASTER DT 10 Button Decrease the master audio signal level 11 TALK OVER Button Push the button to activate talk over 12 LOCK Button Press to lock the front panel buttons 1 MASTER OUT and SPKR OUT 2 With the TALK OVER button pressed in speaking into the microphone amplifies the voice of the speaker overriding and fading out all other audio channels However pressing the MIC button in the Master Audio Selector renders the Talk Over function inactive Your Presentation Switcher SPKR OUT m L G R L G R Mil CVIN1 CVIN2 L G R L G R CVIN3 CVINA YIC IN 1 YICIN2 YIC INS YIC INA UXGAIN 1 UXGAIN2 UXGAIN3 UXGAINA
30. ll as to the AUDIO UXGA OUT terminal block connector which is not connected in this example 26 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating Your Switcher After connecting a microphone to the MIC IN connector the MIC button under the MASTER AUDIO SELECTOR section illuminates and the speakers output the MIC IN audio signal while retaining the UXGA display You can return to the UXGA audio output by pressing the VGA UXGA button under the MASTER AUDIO SELECTOR section once again VIDEO CV AuDio SELECTOR s VinEo SELECTOR VGAIUXGA Aubio SELECTOR MASTER AUDIO SELECTOR 1 2 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 VGAUXGA VinEo CV Aupio SELECTOR s VibEo Y C Aupio SELECTOR VGA UXGA AupIo SELECTOR MASTER AUDIO SELECTOR 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 Voto VGAIUXGA I CXXXGOGER S Presenter s Microphone p Speaker Display UXGA Source MIG IN CVOUT YGOUT UXGAOUT MASTER OUT L GR FL GHR L GFR YICINT CUN VIEWS Yic our UXGAING
31. ntal conditions as the operating ambient temperature of a closed or multi unit rack assembly may exceed the room ambient temperature 2 Once rack mounted enough air will still flow around the machine 3 The machine is placed straight in the correct horizontal position 4 You do not overload the circuit s When connecting the machine to the supply circuit overloading the circuits might have a detrimental effect on overcurrent protection and supply wiring Refer to the appropriate nameplate ratings for information For example for fuse replacement see the value printed on the product label 5 The machine is earthed grounded in a reliable way and is connected only to an electricity socket with grounding Pay particular attention to situations where electricity is supplied indirectly when the power cord is not plugged directly into the socket in the wall for example when using an extension cable or a power strip and that you use only the power cord that is supplied with the machine To rack mount a machine 1 Attach both ear brackets 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 that n some models the front panel may feature built in rack ears
32. o source for example an s Video player to the Y C IN 1 4p connector One VGA UXGA source for example a computer graphics source to the UXGA IN 1 HDI5F connector 1 Or projector inputs 2 You do not need to connect all the inputs 3 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VP 23N After connecting your VP 23N switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device Switching on the VP 23N recalls the previous setup from the non volatile memory 4 Although in this example only one source is connected you can connect all of the four inputs that is 12 in total 12 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting the VP 23N Presentation Switcher 2 Connect the acceptors to a projector as follows composite video CV OUT BNC connector to the composite video input of the projector The s Video Y C OUT 4p connector to the s Video input of the projector VGA UXGA UXGA OUT HDISF connector to the VGA UXGA input of the projector 3 Connect the appropriate balanced audio sources and acceptors not shown in Figure 4 4 Connectthe MASTER OUT terminal block connector if required not shown in Figure 4 see section 7 3 5 Connect OUT block connector to a pair of loudspeakers by connecting the left loudspeaker to the L and L terminal block connectors and the right loudspeaker to the R and the R terminal block connectors Do not gr
33. otocol 36 Contents Figures Figure 1 VP 23N Presentation Switcher Front View Figure 2 VP 23N Presentation Switcher Rear View Figure 3 VP 23N Presentation Switcher Underside View Figure 4 Connecting the VP 23N Presentation Switcher Figure 5 CAT 5 PINOUT Figure 6 Connecting a Balanced Stereo Audio Input Output Figure 7 Connecting an Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input Figure 8 Connecting an Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output Figure 9 Connecting a PC without using a Null modem Adapter Figure 10 Controlling via RS 485 for example using an RC 3000 Figure 11 RJ 45 PINOUT Figure 12 Local Area Connection Properties Window Figure 13 Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties Window Figure 14 Control Configuration via RS 232 and RS 485 Figure 15 Default Dipswitch Settings Figure 16 Separate Switcher Mode Figure 17 Switching in the Master Audio Mode Figure 18 Splash Screen Figure 19 Atmel Flip Window Figure 20 Device Selection Window Figure 21 Selecting the Device from the Selection Window Figure 22 Loading the Hex Figure 23 RS 232 Window Figure 24 Atmel Flip Window Connected Figure 25 Atmel Flip Window Operation Completed Tables Table 1 Table 2 Table 3 Table 4 Table 5 Table 6 Table 7 Table 8 Table 9 Table 10 Table 11 Table 12 Table 13 Table 14 Table 15 Table 16 Table 17 Table 18 Terminology Used in this User Manual Front Panel VP 23N Presentation Switcher
34. ound the loudspeakers 6 Connect the UXGA CAT 5 OUT twisted pair connector see section 6 2 to a line receiver for example the TP 120 XGA Line Receiver which is connected to a remote display 7 Connect a dynamic or a condenser microphone if required to the MIC IN XLR connector 8 As an option you can connect PC and or controller to The RS 232 port see section 6 4 The RS 485 port see section 6 5 The ETHERNET see section 6 6 9 Connect the unit to additional machines if required via the RS 485 port see section 6 7 10 Connect the power cord 1 In this example a projector is used but you can also connect separate outputs such as displays video recorders and so on 2 The receiver receives the 5 signal decodes it and outputs it to a VGA acceptor 3 Use the Con Dyn switch refer to the rear panel item 2 in Figure 2 to select a dynamic microphone or a condenser 13 Connecting the VP 23N Presentation Switcher ING few Audio B s Video Speakers Composite Video Player Projector Display Computer Graphics Source Figure 4 Connecting the VP 23N Presentation Switcher 14 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting the VP 23N Presentation Switcher 6 2 Wiring the CAT 5 LINE OUT RJ 45 Connector Table 5 and Figure 5 define the CAT 5 PINOUT using a straight pin to pin cable with RJ 45 connectors Table 5 CAT 5 PINOUT
35. output with the microphone OVER decrease Press increase Press the Talk Over button buttons to adjust A or decrease Press the MIC AUDIO LEVEL MIC signal Level L buttons to adjust buttons to increase or decrease audio signal Level microphone volume Step 6 Operate the machine Operate via the front panel buttons IR remote control RS 485 RS 232 and ETHERNET KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Overview 3 Overview This section describes e Using shielded twisted pair STP unshielded twisted pair UTP see section 3 1 e Asummary of the VP 23N see section 3 2 e Recommendations for achieving the best performance see section 3 3 e terminology used in this user manual see section 3 4 3 4 Shielded Twisted Pair STP Unshielded Twisted Pair UTP The decision whether to use shielded twisted pair STP cable or unshielded twisted pair UTP cable depends on the nature of the application It is recommended that in applications with high interference shielded twisted pair STP cable will give better results However the shield itself does create a capacitance that degrades the frequency response of the machines For shorter distances of 50m or so shielded twisted pair STP cable is preferred because it provides protection from interference degradation is non apparent For a long range application unshielded twisted pair UTP cable is preferred However the unshielded
36. pter Connect the RS 232 DB9 port on your PC to the RS 232 DB9 rear panel port on the VP 23N as Figure 9 illustrates PIN 5 Connected to PIN 2 Ground PIN 3 Connected to PIN PIN 2 Connected to PIN 3 Female DB9 From PC Male DB9 PIN 4 Connected to PIN 6 PINS 8 7 1 Connected together If a Shielded cable is used connect the shield to PIN 5 Figure 9 Connecting a PC without using a Null modem Adapter Connecting via RS 485 You can control a VP 23N unit via an RS 485 controller or a Master Programmable Remote Control system such as the Kramer 3000 To connect an RC 3000 to a VP 23N unit see Figure 10 connect the RS 485 terminal block port on the RC 3000 to the RS 485 port on the VP 23N unit as follows Connect the PIN on the RS 485 rear panel port of the RC 3000 to the PIN on the RS 485 rear panel port of the VP 23N unit Connect the PIN on the RS 485 rear panel port of the RC 3000 to the PIN on the RS 485 rear panel port of the VP 23N unit 1 Previously known as the VS 3000 Connecting the VP 23N Presentation Switcher e If shielded twisted pair cable is used the shield may be connected to the G Ground PIN on one of the units for example on the RC 3000 e Setthe VP 23N unit to a Machine other than 1 according to Table 9 and set DIP 4 ON for RS 485 Line Termination with 1200 RS 485 PINOUT Gres B EHENH
37. pyright C 2002 Atmel All Rights Reserved Tel 8 3 Tk 8 3 8 3 1 Windows 95 4 10 Drawing Device Selection window Figure 18 Splash Screen 2 After a few seconds the Splash screen is replaced by the Atmel Flip window 29 Flash Memory Upgrade Atmel Flip 1 8 8 Bes gt 7 FF Figure 19 Atmel Flip Window 3 Press the keyboard shortcut key F2 or select the Select command from the Device menu or press the integrated circuit icon in the upper right corner of the window The Device Selection window appears Device Selection Figure 20 Device Selection Window 4 Click the button next to the name of the device and select from the list AT89C51RD2 30 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Flash Memory Upgrade Atmel Flip 1 8 8 Em e No device selected Device AT89C5115 yar AT89C5115 ATB9CS131 89 5132 us arescsiED2 511 2 51102 REL ATB9CSIRC2 ATE9CSISNDI 8 5122 89 514 2 4 89 91 01 Te9CS1CCO2 89 511 2 T89C51RB2 T89C51RC2 T89C51RD2 TeXCSI21 Comm OFF Figure 21 Selecting the Device from the Selection Window 5 Click OK and select Load Hex from the File menu Atmel Flip 1 8 8 ead Configuration File F4 xecute Configuration Buffer Information B 5 ave Configuration
38. sl Pair 1 4and5 Pair 1 and 5 Pair2 1 2 Pair2 S3and6 Pair3 3and6 Pair 3 1 and 2 Pair4 7and8 Pair4 7and8 Figure 11 RJ 45 PINOUT 12 45 78 36 This type of connection is recommended for identification of the factory default IP Address of the VP 23N during the initial configuration After connecting the Ethernet port configure your PC as follows 1 Right click the My Network Places icon on your desktop Select Properties 2 3 Right click Local Area Connection Properties 4 Select Properties The Local Area Connection Properties window appears 5 Select the Internet Protocol TCP IP and click the Properties Button see Figure 12 19 Connecting the VP 23N Presentation Switcher Local Area Connection Properties 21x General Connect using Big Netfinity 10 100 Ethernet Adapter Components checked are used by this connection Client for Microsoft Networks File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks ge internet Protocol TCP IP Install Uninstall Properties Description Transmission Control Protocol Intemet Protocol The default wide area network protocol that provides communication across diverse interconnected networks Show icon in taskbar when connected Figure 12 Local Area Connection Properties Window 6 Select Use the following IP Address and fill in the details as shown in F
39. t B Unintentional radiators CAUTION Servicing the machines can only be done by an authorized Kramer technician Any user who makes changes modifications to the unit without the expressed approval of the manufacturer will void user authority to operate the equipment BO Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine po Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components 39 For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit our Web site www kramerelectronics com where updates to this user manual may be found We welcome your questions comments and feedback Caution Safety Warning Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening servicing Institute of Quality amp Control Kramer Electronics Ltd Web site www kramerelectronics com E mail info kramerel com P N 2900 000110 REV 2
40. the following items VP 23N Presentation Switcher e Windows based Kramer control software e Windows based Configuration Manager XPort software and Com Port Redirector e Null modem adapter and power Kramer RC IR2 Infra Red Remote Control Transmitter including the required battery and a separate user manual 3 e This user manual 2 Getting Started We recommend that you e Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment e Review the contents of this user manual e Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables 1 GROUP 1 Distribution Amplifiers GROUP 2 Video and Audio Switchers Matrix Switchers and Controllers GROUP 3 Video Audio VGA XGA Processors GROUP 4 Interfaces and Sync Processors GROUP 5 Twisted Pair Interfaces GROUP 6 Accessories and Rack Adapters GROUP 7 Scan Converters and Scalers and GROUP 8 Cables and Connectors 2 We recommend that you use only the power cord that is supplied with this machine 3 Download up to date Kramer user manuals from our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 4 The complete list of Kramer cables is our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 1 Getting Started 21 Quick Start This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps Step 1 Mount the machine see section 5 Mount the machine in a rack or stick the 4 rubber feet to the
41. twisted pair UTP cable should be installed far away from electric cables motors etc which are prone to create electrical interference Some Kramer twisted pair products include the Power Connect feature The VP 23N does not have this feature 3 2 About the VP 23N The VP 23N is a high quality one box presentation switcher which includes three independent 4x1 audio video switchers and a master audio switcher It combines the functions of a 4x1 switcher for composite video and audio a 4x1 switcher for s Video and audio and a 4x1 switcher for computer graphics VGA U XGA signals with audio as well as the master audio switcher that routes one of the pre selected audio inputs from these three switchers to two separate outputs 1 The Power Connect feature lets you power a transmitter receiver system by connecting just one power adapter to either the transmitter or the receiver The other unit is fed over the same CAT 5 cable The Power Connect feature applies as long as the CAT 5 cable is heavy gauge cable that is it can carry power The distance does not exceed 50 meters on standard cable For a distance of 100 meters separate power supplies must be connected to the transmitter and to the receiver simultaneously unless using heavy gauge CAT 5 cable 3 Overview 3 3 In addition the VP 23N features VGA UXGA video bandwidth of 350MHz to ensure transparent performance even in the most critical applications and
42. ulting 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 ofthe product claims must be presented to the carrier v Removal or installation ofthe product vi Any othercause which does not relate to a product defect vii Cartons equipment enclosures cables or accessories used in conjunction with the product WHATWE WILLPAY FORAND WHATWE WILLNOT PAY FOR We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items We will not pay for the following 1 Removalorinstallations charges 2 Costs of initial technical adjustments set up including adjustment of user controls or programming These costs are the responsibility ofthe Kramer dealer from whom the product was purchased 3 Shippingcharges HOW YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE l Toobtain service on you product you must take or ship it prepaid to any authorized Kramer service center 2 Whenever warranty service is required the original dated invoice or a copy must be presented as proof of warranty coverage and should be included in any shipment of the product Please also include in any mailing a contact name company address and a description of the problem s 3 Forthe name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center consult your authorized dealer LIMITATION OFIMPLIED
43. underside UXGA CAT 5 OUT YICIN 1 VIDEO OUT UXGA QUT UXGA CAT5 OUT 9 Connect to YICIN2 YICINA remote acceptor 5 receiver cvour FL GAR FL GPR FL GFR FL GFR evn views UXGAINI UXGAIN2 UXGAIN2 UXCAINA print Em ITEFILPECEKITIHECETITIETEEIIM Step 3 Connect the control port see section 6 Connect RS 232 optional Control Fort and or the ETHERNET Fort Step 4 Turn the power ON Step 5 Set machine see section 7 E L Select the master audio button to switch a selected input audio Separate 4x1 A V Switchers Mute the Audio signal one of the 3 selected Press a button to select an input from 1 to 4 Buttons inputs in the switcher groups on each switcher CV s Video and or Press the illuminated or the MIC input to the master VGA UXGA to route to the appropriate output button for more than 2 outputs MASTER OUT and or Selected input buttons illuminate seconds SPKR OUT Adjust MIC Volume 2 Adjust MASTER To Talk Over the master audio Press increase O Volume ai
44. up to date file from the Internet To do so 1 Go to our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com and download the file FLIP_VP23N zip from the Technical Support section 2 Extract the file FLIP VP23N zip to a folder for example C Program Files Kramer Flash 3 Create a shortcut on your desktop to the file FLIP EXE 1 P N 95 0104050 2 P N 95 0103050 3 P N 505 70434010 S 4 The files indicated in this section are given as an example only These file names are liable to change from time to time 28 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Flash Memory Upgrade 8 2 Connecting the PC to the RS 232 Port Before installing the latest Kramer firmware version on a VP 23N unit do the following 1 Connectthe RS 232 DBO rear panel port on the VP 23N unit to the Null modem adapter and connect the Null modem adapter with a 9 wire flat cable to the RS 232 DB9 COM port on your PC see section 6 4 2 Ontherear panel push in the FLASH PROG button to program using a screwdriver 3 Connect the power on the VP 23N unit and switch it ON 4 Onthe underside panel push in the RESET FOR PROGRAM button see Figure 3 using a screwdriver 8 3 Upgrading the Firmware Follow these steps to upgrade the firmware 1 Double click the desktop icon Shortcut to FLIP EXE The Splash screen appears as follows AIMEL af FLexible In system Programmer 24 00 019 Flip 1 88 Co
45. witch Settings Machine Dipswitch 1 2 3 q ester OFF OFF OFF 2 OFF OFF ON 3 OFF OFF 4 OFF ON 5 ON OFF OFF 6 ON OFF 7 ON ON OFF 8 ON 1 By default all dipswitches are set to OFF 23 Operating Your Switcher 7 Operating Your Switcher This section describes the e Front panel buttons see section 7 1 e Separate switchers mode see section 7 2 e Master audio switcher mode see section 7 3 IR Remote Controller see section 7 4 7 1 The Front Panel Buttons The front panel buttons include the e VIDEO CV AUDIO SELECTOR buttons 1 to 4 S VIDEO Y C AUDIO SELECTOR buttons 1 to 4 e VGA UXGA AUDIO SELECTOR buttons 1 to 4 e MASTER AUDIO SELECTOR buttons CV S VIDEO VGA UXGA and MIC TALK OVER button which lowers or mutes the MASTER AUDIO LEVEL when the microphone picks up speech e MIC AUDIO LEVEL up and down buttons to adjust the level at the master audio out connectors and the talk over function threshold e MASTER AUDIO LEVEL up and down buttons to adjust the audio output level at the master audio out connectors without influencing any other audio output e Panel LOCK button to lock the front panel buttons By default the stereo audio signals switch together with the video that is the unit is set in an audio follow video mode You can change to breakaway mode
46. your PC initially to configure the settings see section 6 6 6 7 Controlling via RS 232 and RS 485 You can cascade up to eight VP 23N units with control from a PC or serial controller To cascade up to eight individual VP 23N units via RS 232 and RS 485 as illustrated in Figure 14 do the following 1 Connect the video sources and acceptors as well as the appropriate audio sources and acceptors as described in section 6 1 2 Connect the RS 232 port on the first VP 23N unit to the PC using the Null modem adapter provided with the machine recommended as section 6 4 describes 3 Connect the RS 485 terminal block port on the first VP 23N unit to the RS 485 port on the second VP 23N unit and so on connecting all the RS 485 ports 4 Set the dipswitches as section 6 8 1 describes In particular Set the first VP 23N unit as Machine 1 the second unit to Machine 2 and so on up to Machine 8 for the eighth unit Set Dip 4 ON on the first and last VP 23N units terminating the RS 485 line at 1200 On the other units set DIP 4 OFF 21 Connecting the VP 23N Presentation Switcher Machine 1 Master MIC IN ev our Org VICOUT UXGAQUI MASTER OUT EO cvour vic our UXGAW Machine 2 m 22224 0202100251020 OUS Yicour UXGAIN 1 CUNT S CUNT g ES RS 485 TERM E SPKR OUT AUDIO EET 81885 66686 pron VIDEO
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