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1. _ Reply Z Control_Type lFunction Param CR gt Example set Input 1 Source Type to Component Send Y O OH0HCR Reply gt Example get current Input 1 Source Type Send Ya 1m08CR Reply 211 0 0 gt Definition W ASCII Code 0x20 CR Ascii Code 0x0D Go to our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com to check for the latest VP 731 communication protocol 5 e Er lt Function Description Input Source Component YC Input 1 Source Type Set 2 Component a 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Input 2 Source Type Input Color Format Input Video Standard NTSC 4 43 PAL 60 0 31 Auto Image icture Brightness icture Contrast 5 oao pe fo 100 Picture Sharpness 0 Gamma 1 1 Gamma 2 2 Gamma 3 Picture Output Gamma 3 Gamma 4 4 Gamma 5 7 1 ATO Picture Film Mode Control Type Set Get 2 Medium 3 High Picture Mosquito NR Picture Detail Enhancement 0 Off 1 Low Picture Luma Transition Enhance 2 High 0 Off 1 Low Picture Chroma Transition Enhance 2 High Native HDMI 640x480 60Hz 2 640x480 75Hz 3 800x600 50Hz 4 800x600 60Hz 5 800x600 75Hz 6 1024x768 50Hz 7 1024x768 60Hz 8 1024x768 75Hz 9 122. vom sene vosen icen vossen P 11 1 Error Codes Description Description Description ERR 1 ERR 5 Unavailable get function ERR 2 Unknown function ERR6 Unavailable set function ERR 3 Unavailable function ERR7 Unavailable parameter ERR 4 Unknown control type ERR 8 Too few arguments 62 VP 731 VP 731 Communication Protocol LIMITED WARRANTY The warranty obligations of Kramer Electronics for this product are limited to the terms set forth below What 5 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 co
3. Technical Specifications of the Component Input Signal Resolution Vertical Frequency Hz 1080i 60 10801 50 YPbPr 60 mp w ee 720p 50 YPbPr mu e imp po il gt 72 W VP 731 Technical Specifications Technical Technical Specifications of the RGBHV Comp YPbPr Output Signal Fue woo f woxxo 6 momo Jo o iw wo mm o mp o ap Si op Specifications Technical Specifications of the HDMI DVI RGB Output Signal eoa m wei m oigo wg m VP 731 Technical Specifications 11 VP 731 Communication Protocol Serial Configuration Baud rate 9600 Bits per second Data bits 8bits Parity None Stop bits 1bit Communication confirmation Send CR Reply CR gt Set Command Send YmControl_Type iFunction Paramm iCR Reply 2 gt Get Command Send
4. Picture Screen Output Screen PIP Screen Audio Screen Geometry Screen Setup Screen Advanced Setup Screen Misc Screen Input Functions Output Functions Active Video Functions Information Screen Text Overlay Application Screen Splash Screen Atmel Flip Window Device Selection Window Selecting the Device Window Loading the Hex RS 232 Window Atmel Flip Window Connected Atmel Flip Window Operation Completed Introduction Welcome to Kramer Electronics Since 1981 Kramer Electronics has been providing a world of unique creative and affordable solutions to the vast range of problems that confront the video audio presentation and broadcasting professional on a daily basis In recent years we have redesigned and upgraded most of our line making the best even better Our 1 000 plus different models now appear in 11 groups that are clearly defined by function GROUP 1 Distribution Amplifiers GROUP 2 Switchers and 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 and GROUP 11 Sierra Products Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VP 731 Presentation Switcher Scaler which is ideal for the following typical applications e Projection systems in c
5. 1920x1200 60 1920x1080 60 1280x720 60 1080p 24 1280x800 60 1440x900 60 1440x900 60 Reduced blanking 52 1280x768 60 Reduced blanking 53 1680x1050 60 Reduced blanking 54 1366x768 60 55 1366x768 60 Reduced blanking 98 No Input detected 99 Other 101 NTSC 102 PAL 103 PAL M VP 731 VP 731 Communication Protocol Control Type Function Description 104 PAL N 105 NTSC 4 43 106 SECAM 107 PAL 60 640x480 60 640x480 67 13 640x480 72 640x480 75 640x480 85 720x400 70 720x400 85 800x600 56 800 600 60 9 800x600 72 10 800x600 75 11 800x600 85 12 832x624 75 16 13 1024x768 60 14 1024x768 70 15 1024x768 75 16 1024x768 75 Mac19 17 1024x768 85 18 1024x800 84 Sun 19 1152x864 75 20 1152x870 75 Mac21 21 1152x900 66 Sun 22 1152x900 76 Sun 23 1280x960 60 1 104 1280x960 85 PIP Input status 25 1280x768 60 26 1280x1024 60 27 1280x1024 75 28 1280x1024 76 Sun 29 1280x1024 85 30 1400x1050 60 31 1400x1050 75 32 1600x1200 60 33 1680x1050 60 34 1080i 60 35 10801 50 36 1080 60 37 1080p 50 38 720 60 39 720 50 40 480i 41 480p 42 576i 43 576 44 1280x800 60 Reduce blank 45 1920x1200 60 46 1920x1080 60 2 731 VP 731 Communication Protoco Control Type N Set Get Function Description 47 1280x720 60 48 1080p 24 4
6. In order to pursue any remedy under this limited warranty you must possess an original dated receipt as proof of purchase from an authorized Kramer Electronics reseller Ifthis 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 it is decided that this product should be returned directly to Kramer Electronics this product should be properly packed preferably in theoriginal 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 REM
7. You can read the JPEG files via the USB input The JPEG files can be used to display a JPEG image download a new Logo or background see Page 33 or create a slideshow see Section 7 7 1 To read JPEG files 1 Load the JPEG images the JPEG file should be smaller than 1MB and should not exceed a resolution of 2048x1536 to the route directory of a USB memory stick 2 Connect the Memory stick to the USB connector on the front panel 3 Select the USB INPUT button on the front panel 4 Select the desired image 7 2 The Picture Screen The Brightness Contrast Color and Hue picture settings are saved individually for each input except USB tet Ime fe x Fo Input Output PIP Audio Geometry Setup Info Figure 15 Picture Screen Setting Function Default Color Output I c Film Mode Set the film mode Auto Video Film Temporal NR Set the temporal noise reduction level Off Low Medium High Mosquito NR Set the Mosquito noise reduction level Off Low Low Medium High Block NR Set the block noise reduction level Off On Off Detail Enhancement Set the detail enhancement Off Low Medium High If the USB input is selected Detail Enhancement is set to Off Luma Transition Enhance Set the luminance transition enhance level Off Low High Chroma Transition Enhance Set the chrominance transition enhance level Off Low High VP 731 Configuring the VP 731 via the OSD
8. 1 to 2 Source Type Image Name Color Format Video Standard H Position V Position Frequency Function Default Select the source Input 1 Input 2 VGA 1 VGA 2 VGA 3 VGA 4 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 or USB When switching sources the image fades through black The source is automatically updated when pressing an input front panel button on the machine Select the source type Component YC or video Video CV Select the file name of the image displayed when the USB port is selected as an input This feature is available when the slideshow feature is set to Off see Section 7 7 1 This feature supports JPEG format only The JPEG file should be smaller than 1MB and should not exceed a resolution of 2048x1536 If the image file is not within the definition the machine displays the message Size Too Big Select the color format Auto RGB or YUV Select the video standard Auto NTSC PAL PAL M PAL N NTSC 4 43 SECAM or PAL 60 Set the horizontal position according to the input resolution For UXGA and component video inputs Set the vertical position according to the input resolution Adjust the frequency 0 to 50 For UXGA inputs Adjust the phase 0 to 31 VP 731 Configuring the VP 731 via the OSD MENU Screens 7 1 1 Setting Function Default Auto image Assesses the image and improves the quality accordingly by automatically adjusting the phase frequency and position Reading JPEG Files
9. 2 Select the audio source to be embedded HDMI VP 731 Configuring the VP 731 via the OSD MENU Screens 7 6 The Geometry Screen Figure 19 Geometry Screen Setting Function Default Application Select the output application Keystone Anyplace Keystone or Rotation Location Select the location of the display Front Rear Front Ceiling or Rear ceiling Horizontal Keystone Adjust the horizontal keystone 40 to 40 If the projector is located at an angle to the left or right of the screen Vertical Keystone Adjust the vertical keystone 30 to 30 0 If the projector is located at an angle above or below the screen Diagonal Projection Move the location of each corner of the display Top Left separately horizontal and vertical Top Left Top Right Bottom Left Bottom Right or Reset to reset diagonal projections settings Pincushion Barrel Adjust the pincushion or barrel appearance of the screen 20 to 20 Rotation Rotate the display by 180 degrees clockwise or counterclockwise 180 to 180 Reset all Resets the geometry values to their default value e The settings available for each application are defined in the following table Application Available Settings Keystone Location horizontal keystone vertical keystone pincushion barrel and Reset all Anyplace Location Diagonal Projection and Reset all Location pincushion barrel Rotation and Reset all VP 731 Configuring the VP 731 via the OSD MENU Scre
10. 731 Presentation Switcher Scaler Front Panel Feature Function 1 IR Receiver LED Lights red when the unit accepts IR remote commands 2 UNIVERSAL INPUT Press to select the composite video s Video component video source and the appropriate audio source from 1 to 2 Selector Buttons INPUT Selector Press to select the UXGA source 1 and the appropriate audio source from 1 to 4 Buttons HDMI 1 Press to select the HDMI source 1 illuminate when HDMI 2 Press to select the HDMI source 2 selected USB Press to select the USB source JPEG files on a USB memory stick and also run stop the slideshow see Section 7 7 1 The front panel UNIVERSAL INPUT selector buttons IN 1 and IN 2 are named Input 1 and Input 2 respectively on the IR remote control transmitter Similarly the front panel INPUT selector buttons PC 1 PC 2 PC 3 and 4 are named VGA 1 VGA 2 VGA 3 and VGA 4 respectively on the IR remote control transmitter see Section 6 4 PIP Button Toggles the picture in picture function see Section 6 2 Press to toggle between a blank screen blue or black and the display The BLANK button can be programmed to mute the audio signal at the same time see Page 34 Press to freeze unfreeze the output video image as well as pause the slideshow see Page 31 The FREEZE button can be programmed to mute the audio signal at the same time see Page 34 2 lt 4 Button Decreases the range by one step in the OSD screen or moves
11. Input 2 VGA 1 VGA2 VGA 3 VGA 4 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 and USB Reset Press and hold to reset to the default resolution toggles between RESET TO XGA and 720p Press to toggle the Info OSD menu Capture Captures an image to place as a logo or background see Page 33 MENU Shows the main OSD Menu Navigatio Allows maneuvering within an OSD screen 000 0000 E 8 Oa arrows left right up and down as well as the ENTER arrow at the center The and buttons increase and decrease caram the volume level respectively when not in the OSD menu Auto Press to assess the image and improve the Image quality accordingly by automatically adjusting the phase frequency and position Press to save a profile P ress to recall a profile Press to display the Picture OSD menu PIP 9 keys for selecting one of the following PIP source Sources Input 1 Input 2 VGA 1 VGA2 VGA 3 VGA 4 HDMI 1 and HDMI 2 Press to mute the audio signal Swap Press to toggle between the PIP content and the parent screen content Press to select the picture in picture the PIP Figure 12 IR Remote Control button illuminates see Page 16 Transmitter PP Source Input Input2 vGA2 VGA3 VGA4 QO VP 731 Presentation Switcher Scaler Buttons Configuring the VP 731 via the OSD MENU Screens The VP 731 uses an on screen display OSD menu for system configuration The menu appears a
12. MENU Screens 7 3 The Output Screen Fe AIO Im 4 x Fo Input Picture PIP Audio Geometry Setup Info Figure 16 Output Screen Setting Function Default Resolution Set the resolution Native HDMI 640x480x60Hz 640x480x75Hz 1 024x768 60Hz 800x600x50Hz 800x600x60Hz 800x600x75Hz 1024x768x50Hz 1024x768x60Hz 1024x768x75Hz 1280x768x50Hz 1280x768x60Hz 1280x720x60Hz 1280x800x60Hz 1280x1024x50Hz 1280x1024x60Hz 1280x1024x75Hz 1366x768x50Hz 1366x768x60Hz 1400x1050x50Hz 1400x1050x60Hz 1600x1200x50Hz 1600x1200x60Hz 1680x1050x60Hz 1920x1080x60Hz 1920x1200x60Hz 480px60Hz 576px60Hz 720px50Hz 720px60Hz 1080ix50Hz 1080ix60Hz 1080px50Hz 1080px60Hz 720x480x59 94Hz 1280x720x59 94Hz 1920x1080ix59 94Hz 1920x1080x23 98Hz 1920x1080x29 97Hz 1920x1080x59 94Hz or Custom from 1 to 4 Note that any change in the resolution must be confirmed via the count down message that appears on the screen The embedded audio feature is not available for the 1920x1200 The embedded audio feature is not available for the RGB resolutions 1920x1200 and 1920x1080 It is available for 1080p HDMI Type Set the HDMI type Auto HDMI DVI Aspect Set the aspect ratio also see Section 7 3 1 Follow Output Ratio Best Fit the best possible compromise between the input and the output aspect ratios Letterbox Follow Output If the input lt output scale up the picture If the input gt output scale down the picture Virtual
13. Position 0 1 41 PIP V Position e es PeHse O p ze PeVse 0 1 44 0 b m 02 b 2 Audio Output Volume b e x06 b Bo faeo ra6 wdoTee b b Lo 1 52 Audio Loudness 1 0 Dynamic 2 steps User Delay No audio Input 1 Input 2 VGA1 Audio Input For USB VGA2 VGA3 VGA4 Keystone Anyplace Geometry Application Rotation Front Ceiling Rear Rear ceiling Geometry Location 2000 2000 Geometry Diagonal Projection Top Left H 63 2000 2000 Geometry Diagonal Projection Top Right V 2000 2000 Geometry Diagonal Projection Bottom Right H VP 731 VP 731 Communication Protoco Function Description Geometry Diagonal Projection Bottom Right V Geometry Pincushion Barrel Geometry Rotation Profile 1 Profile 2 Profile 3 Profile 4 Profile 5 5 Profile 6 6 Profile 7 7 Profile 8 Profile 1 Profile 2 Profile 3 Profile 4 Profile 5 5 Profile 6 6 Profile 7 7 Profile 8 1 74 0 Off Frame Lock 1 On 0 1400x1050x60 0 1280x1024x75 Center Top Left Top Right OSD Menu Position Bottom Left Bottom Right 5 sec 10 sec 20 sec 30 sec 60 sec 5 90 sec Off 0 Black 56 VP 731 VP 731 Co
14. Wide Follow Input If the input lt output display with a blank border If the input 2 output crop the image Custom H Pan Horizontal pan 16 to 16 This feature is available when selecting Custom aspect ratio V Pan Vertical pan 16 to 16 This feature is available when selecting Custom aspect ratio H Zoom Horizontal zoom 8 to 8 This feature is available when selecting Custom aspect ratio V Zoom Vertical zoom 8 to 8 This feature is available when selecting Custom aspect ratio VP 731 Configuring the VP 731 via the OSD MENU Screens 7 3 1 Setting Function Default Zoom Set the Zoom 100 150 200 225 250 275 100 300 325 350 375 400 or Custom Set the Zoom From 100 to 400 1 0031 Color Set color saturation adjust RGB and CMY Cyan Setting Magenta and Yellow individually 100 to 100 Selecting the Correct Aspect Ratio You can configure the aspect ratio of any output image to fit your application The VP 731 offers six different aspect ratio settings Best Fit Letterbox Follow Output Virtual Wide Follow Input and Custom Here is how each of these settings works 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
15. 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 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 731 output signal This may result in some distortion to the input signal images VIRTUAL WIDE The input signal is stretched horizontally to fit the width of a widescreen output image from the VP 731 This setting is used to expand anamorphic horizontally compressed video images from DVDs FOLLOW INPUT The aspect ratio and resolution of the input video or graphics signal are both preserved For example a composite video image with a 4 3 aspect ratio will appear with the same aspect ratio on a 1080p 16 9 output image surrounded by black bars CUSTOM Use this menu to define a custom aspect ratio by adjusting the output image horizontal size width and vertical size height VP 731 Configuring the VP 731 via the OSD MENU Screens 7 4 The PIP Screen Figure 17 PIP Screen Setting Function Default On Off Activate deactivate the PIP feature On Off For a USB source with the PIP enabled the maximum output image size is 960 horizontal pixels Select the PIP type Picture In Picture Picture Picture Picture In or Split see Section 6 2 Picture Source Select the PIP source see table in Page 19 When changing t
16. p Hs43 Advance Output Mode VW 126 pnt 480 1200 VT 16 1 128 Nogative polarity Advance Output Mode VP 1 Positive polarity o 1 25 lt OCLK lt 165 Advance Output Mode OCLK Integer 30 25 lt lt 165 Advance Output Mode OCLK Decimal p pa Output Mode Save Advance Output Mode Set Current Volume Up 0 R NA Down SS 0 Follow Output rena 0 Custom1 1 Custom2 2 Custom3 3 Custom4 0 Custom1 1 Custom2 2 Custom3 3 Custom4 0 Off 0 Seamless Fast Switching Mode Auto Image Mode Advance Input Mode Custom Input Advance Output Mode Custom Output lideshow Start Slideshow Stop Slideshow Pause Slideshow 0 1280x768x60 1 1366x768x60 Moge Set Mode 3 100 100 Red Saturation 100 100 Green Saturation VP 731 731 Communication Protocol 61 Control Type Set Get 0 150 100 100 Blue Saturation 1 t 151 100 Cyan Saturation 1 0 152 100 100 Magenta Saturation Function Parameter Description 1153 ____ 100 100 Yellow Saturation EDID EEPROM write protect HDMI1 Switching Behavior 1 Bypass MA HDMI2 Switching Behavior 1 Bypass Input 1 Input 2 VGA 1 VGA 2 HDMI1 Audio Input VGA 3 VGA 4 HDMI 1 Input 1 Input 2 VGA 1 VGA 2 HDMI2 Audio Input VGA 3 VGA 4 HDMI 2 Ee _
17. signals e Fade Thru Black FTB Switching the video fades to black and then the new input fades from black for glitch free and smooth switching The output signal provides constant sync so the display never glitches e K IIT XL Picture in Picture Image Insertion Technology ultra stable picture in picture picture and picture and split screen capability Any video source can be inserted into or positioned next to a computer graphics video source or vice versa with window positioning and sizing controls e Two user definable universal video inputs each can be set as composite video s Video Y C or component video four computer graphics video inputs each can be set as RGBHV YPbPr two HDMI inputs and 1 USB input for reading JPEG picture files that are recognized up to 2048x1536 and do not exceed 1MB e HDTV compatible component input e HDTV output resolutions 720p 1080i and 1080p e Scaled video outputs HDMI and computer graphics video e HDMI support of up to 2 25Gbps bandwidth per graphic channel Suitable for resolutions up to UXGA at 60Hz and for all HD resolutions e Multiple computer graphics output resolutions including a user defined output resolution with selectable refresh rates Multiple aspect ratio selections Companion AFV audio follow video for every analog video input Embedded audio on the two HDMI inputs and output The embedded audio feature is not available for the RGB resolutions 1920x1200
18. the Capture function or downloaded via USB Logo Download Blank Color Select Black or Blue Set the blank color the color that appears on the screen when the blank button is pressed Capture Press to capture the currently displayed image The machine prompts Capture This captured image can be used as a logo or as the background if the background setting is set to Custom or when no input is connected and the output sync is ON 1 The unit can capture the image for an input source with a resolution up to 1920x1200 If the output resolution is too high the machine prompts Output resolution too high for Capture 2 The output resolution must be lt 1400 horizontal pixels in order to capture 3 The PIP must be off in order to use the capture feature The machine prompts Cannot Capture with PIP If PIP is on VP 731 Configuring the VP 731 via the OSD MENU Screens 33 Setting Function Default Background Select Blue Black Custom or Disable Analog Sync to set Default the background screen color if an input without a signal is selected Selecting Custom will automatically bring up a custom captured screen image that can be obtained via the Capture function or downloaded via USB Logo Download Selecting Disable Analog Sync will cause the output SYNC to turn to off if an output is not connected for over 2 minutes for better energy efficiency Save Lock Select On or Off Off Set to ON to save the lock status when the ma
19. 1024x75Hz 1366x768x50Hz 1366x768x60Hz 1400x1050x50Hz 1400x1050x60Hz 1600x1200x50Hz 1600x1200x60Hz 1680x1050x60Hz 1920x1080x60Hz 1920x1200x60Hz 480px60Hz 576px60Hz 720px50Hz 720px60Hz 1080ix50Hz 1080ix60Hz 1080px50Hz 1080px60Hz 720x480x59 94Hz 1280x720x59 94Hz 1920x1080ix59 94Hz 1920x1080x23 98Hz 1920x1080x29 97Hz 1920x1080x59 94Hz or Custom CONTROL Front panel buttons OSD IR remote control RS 232 on a 9 pin D sub connector Ethernet ADDITIONAL Picture In Picture Video in Graphics or vice versa Picture and Picture or Split CONTROLS Screen two images side by side freeze zoom different selectable vertical refresh rates Video and Audio ProcAmp control output image scaling and aspect ratio change EDID capture text overlay slide show POWER 100 240V AC 50 60Hz 58VA automatic power supply SOURCE DIMENSIONS 19 W 9 3 rack mountable WEIGHT 3kg 6 6lbs approx ACCESSORIES Null modem adapter rack ears IR remote control 2 sets of C SF 2RVM 0 5 cables power cord control application program via RS 232 PC and via Ethernet i Phone and PC Specifications are subject to change without notice For the most updated resolution list go to our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 46 VP 731 echnical Specifications Technical D of the RGBS DES Input Signal Wem o Hen 1152x900 isa Bu ys go woe go roso y
20. 80x768 50Hz 10 1280x768 60Hz 11 1280x720 60Hz 12 1280x800 60Hz 13 1280x1024 50Hz 14 1280x1024 60Hz 15 1280x1024 75Hz 16 1366x768 50Hz Output Resolution 17 1366x768 60Hz 18 1400x1050 50Hz 19 1400x1050 60Hz 20 1600x1200 50Hz 21 1600x1200 60Hz 22 1680x1050 60Hz 23 1920x1080 60Hz 24 1920x1200 60Hz 25 480p 60Hz 26 576p 60Hz 27 720p 50Hz 28 720p 60Hz 29 1080i 50Hz 30 1080i 60Hz 31 1080p 50Hz 32 1080p 60Hz Function Parameter Description VP 731 VP 731 Communication Protoco Function 1080p 24Hz 480P 59 94Hz 720P 59 94Hz 1080i 59 94Hz 1080P 23 98Hz 1080P 29 97Hz 1080P 59 94Hz Custom1 Custom2 Custom3 Custom4 0 Best Fit 1 Letterbox 2 Follow Output 7 3 Virtual Wide Aspect Ratio 4 Follow Input 5 Custom 219 o 5 S lt az 16 16 ps heme 9 16 16 m ew 0 100 1 150 2 200 3 225 4 250 5 275 7 6 300 7 325 8 350 9 375 10 400 11 Custom 5s T E 31 oom H Pan 5 b a 0 Off 0 Picture In Picture 1 Picture Picture PIP Type Split 2 0 Input 1 1 Input 2 2 VGA 1 3 VGA 2 4 VGA PIP Source 5 VGA 4 6 HDMI 1 7 HDMI 2 731 Communication Protocol w w a Io Control Type Set Get Function Description PIP H
21. 9 1280x800 60 50 1440x900 60 51 1440x900 60 Reduced blanking 52 1280x768 60 Reduced blanking 53 1680x1050 60 Reduced blanking 54 1366x768 60 55 1366x768 60 Reduced blanking 94 Custom1 95 Custom2 96 Custom3 97 Custom4 98 No Input detected 99 Other 101 NTSC 102 PAL 103 PAL M 104 PAL N 105 NTSC 4 43 106 SECAM 107 PAL 60 o o o o o o o o o o 512 3071 Advance Input Mode HT 32 HS 48 Advance Input Mode HW 60 731 VP 731 Communication Protocol 22 80 HT HA 12 Advance Input Mode HS 640 1920 lt HT 92 Advance Input Mode 0 Negative Advance Input Mode HP 1 Positive polarity 384 2047 Advance Input Mode VT 2 13 Advance Input Mode VW 15 VT VA 1 Advance Input Mode VS 480 1200 lt VT 16 Advance Input Mode Negative polarity Advance Input Mode VP 1 Positive polarity 25 lt OCLK lt 165 Advance Input Mode OCLK Integer 25 lt OCLK lt 165 Advance Input Mode OCLK Decimal C Input Mode Enable Na _______ Input Mode Save 512 3071 Output Mode HT 640 1920 Advance Output Mode HA e e T 1 1 1 e 2 2 05 06 07 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 19 0 1 2 2 Function Parameter Description rem Output Mode HP h hs
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23. Front Panel The Infrared Remote Control Transmitter Configuring the VP 731 via the OSD MENU Screens The Input Screen The Picture Screen The Output Screen The PIP Screen The Audio Screen The Geometry Screen The Setup Screen The Advanced Setup Screen The Info Screen Using Text Overlay Audio Flash Memory Upgrade Downloading from the Internet Connecting the PC to the RS 232 Port Upgrading the Audio Firmware Technical Specifications VP 731 Communication Protocol Error Codes Description Figur Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4 Figure 5 Figure 6 Figure 7 Figure 8 Figure 9 Figure 10 Figure 11 Figure 12 Figure 13 Figure 14 Figure 15 Figure 16 Figure 17 Figure 18 Figure 19 Figure 20 Figure 21 Figure 22 Figure 23 Figure 24 Figure 25 Figure 26 Figure 27 Figure 28 Figure 29 Figure 30 Figure 31 Figure 32 Figure 33 Figure 34 Figure 35 es VP 731 Presentation Switcher Scaler Front Panel VP 731 Presentation Switcher Scaler Rear Panel Connecting to the VP 731 Rear Panel Crossed Cable RS 232 Connection Straight Cable RS 232 Connection with a Null Modem Adapter Connecting the Balanced Stereo Audio Input Output Connecting the Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input Connecting an Unbalanced Stereo Audio Acceptor to the Balanced Output Connecting the Digital S PDIF Audio Input PIP Source over Background The SWAP Status IR Remote Control Transmitter MENU Items Input Screen
24. INS PIN 1 is PR PIN 2 is Y 3 is PB 35 PC OUT 2 15 pin HD Connector Connects to the video acceptor 2 that displays the scaled output In the default HDTV mode the signal goes out via 3 PINS PIN 1 is PR PIN 2 is Y PIN 3 is PB 36 ETHERNET Port Connects to your LAN Local Area Network that is computers sharing a common communications line or wireless link which often share a server within a defined geographic area 38 AUDIO Program Button Push to upgrade to the latest audio firmware Release for normal operation NE Terminal Block Connector Connect to a PC for audio firmware upgrade 4 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 STORAGE TEMPERATURE HUMIDITY 2 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 th
25. KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD USER MANUAL MODEL VP 731 Presentation Switcher Scaler 2900 000566 Rev 6 731 Quick Start Guide h This guide helps you install and use your product for the first time For more detailed information go http www kramerelectronics com support product_downloads asp to download the latest manual 1 or scan the QR code on the left Step 1 Check what s in the box E The VP 731 Presentation Switcher Scaler E 1 Set of rack ears 2 C SF 2RVM cables 4 Rubber feet IR remote control transmitter with batteries 1 Power cord 1 Null modem adapter 1 Quick start guide Step 2 Install the VP 731 Mount the machine in a rack or place on a table Step 3 Connect inputs and outputs Computer Graphics DVD Player Source PC Step 4 Connect the power Connect AC power to the rear of the VP 731 switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device Step 5 Operate via the front panel buttons and the remote control transmitter POWER Cycles power Press one of the nine Main Push the MENU button to access the menu and show the main menu screen on your display or projector Source buttons to select an input signal The MENU button shows the main OSD menu The arrow buttons and ENTER button let you navigate within the OSD menu Press and hold to reset to the default resolution helpful if you fail to see the
26. and 1920x1080 It is available for 1080p Built in noise reduction and picture enhancement features Audio inputs selectable S PDIF or balanced audio input for each of the two universal video inputs for each of the four PC video inputs on 5 pin terminal blocks and embedded audio on the two HDMI inputs Audio outputs S PDIF RCA connector and balanced stereo audio 5 pin terminal block Transcodes stereo or S PDIF audio to both stereo and S PDIF audio and embeds audio onto the HDMI output Tip To use a 5 1 digital audio source connect this HDMI or S PDIF source for example a Blu ray player directly to your receiver or display One stereo speaker output 6W per channel into 8 on 4pin terminal block connector Built in Time Base Corrector stabilizes video sources with unstable sync Built in video Proc Amp color hue sharpness contrast and brightness are set individually for each input A BLANK button a FREEZE button a RESET TO XGA 720P button to hardware reset the output resolution and a PANEL LOCK button The front panel blank freeze and lock buttons can be programmed via the OSD menu see Page 34 Built in audio Proc Amp with bass treble balance and loudness control as well as audio delay Firmware upgrade performed via the USB port Firmware upgrade for audio via the designated 3 pin RS 232 AUDIO PROG connector Slideshow option letting you run a slideshow via the USB port An OSD On Screen D
27. ard firmware version for example 2 9 in Figure 26 Figure 26 Information Screen When the output resolution is 1920x1080 or 1920x1200 No Embedded Audio will appear in brackets next to the resolution VP 731 Configuring the VP 731 via the OSD MENU Screens 8 Using Text Overlay The text overlay feature is accessed via the Application Program AP Running this AP with the PC connected to the VP 731 lets you display text over the screen with features including text color and speed transparency text position and repetition Current text overlay settings can be saved and loaded to the AP Text Overlay 2 0 v1 1 Parameter Setting Communication Interface e Connect TCP IP C RS 232 IP Address COM Port Baud Rate a J a uw Tet Overlay 2 0 Text Color Display Height IP Search EN Oo et Current Status Disconnected Start Background Color Scrolling Text Position Blank Time Sec Mode Stop V Position 2 Y C Still Transparency rep z Speed Scroll Of 5 Send Text Message Welcome to Kramer Electronics Repeat a rov Load Setting Save Setting Figure 27 Text Overlay Application Screen VP 731 Using Text Overlay Feature Function Parameter Setting Area Text Color Dropdown Select the Text color Box Background Color Set the text background color Dropdown Box Transparency Dropdown Select On a
28. ardless of the input Overscan Select On or Off Off Set to On to Allow stretching of the outputted picture This feature is enabled only for HD input resolutions VP 731 Configuring the VP 731 via the OSD MENU Screens 7 8 3 Input Functions Screen Custom Input Figure 23 Input Functions Setting Function Default Custom Input Custom 1 196 296 1024 aos OGIK Enable VP 731 Configuring the VP 731 via the OSD MENU Screens 7 8 4 The Output Functions Screen Figure 24 Output Functions Setting Function Default Custom Output Custom 1 to Custom 4 Apply Press to apply the settings Set Current Import the values of the currently selected output resolution into the User Mode Setting Read EDID Reads the EDID file from the acceptor that is connected to the HDMI output The EDID is stored as a custom output resolution This allows automatic handling of LED screens that support very low non standard resolutions VP 731 Configuring the VP 731 via the OS 1344 D MENU Screens 7 9 Figure 25 illustrates horizontal and vertical sync pulse width timing and active video area for a typical frame of video JL ye 1 HT 1 Figure 25 Active Video Functions The Info Screen From the Information screen see Figure 26 you can verify the main source PIP source the output resolution the SYNC mode as well as the firmware revision and the audio bo
29. cceptor for example an analog display 1 In the HDTV mode the signal goes out via three PINS PIN 1 is Red or Pr PIN 2 is Green or Y PIN 3 is Blue or Pb The PC OUT 2 15 pin HD computer graphics video connector to a video acceptor for example an analog display 2 In the HDTV mode the signal goes out via three PINS PIN 1 is Red or Pr PIN 2 is Green or Y PIN 3 is Blue or Pb 4 Connect the AUDIO OUT 5 pin terminal block and or the S PDIF digital audio output to audio acceptors 5 Connect the SPKR OUT block connector to a pair of loudspeakers by connecting the left loudspeaker to the L and the L terminal block connectors and the right loudspeaker to the R and the R terminal block connectors Do not Ground the loudspeakers 6 Connect the power cord We recommend that you use only the power cord that is supplied with this machine 7 If required connect via RS 232 see Section 5 1 The ETHERNET port see Section 5 2 The USB connector audio sources and acceptors and power cord are not shown in Figure 3 VP 731 Connecting the VP 731 Audio Connections are not shown DVD Player Component cv DVD Player Composite 3d DVD Player HDMI Computer Graphics Source Plasma Display Display 1 Display 2 Analog Analog Figure 3 Connecting to the VP 731 Rear Panel VP 731 Connecting the VP 731 5 1 5 2 Con
30. chine is powered down Input Lock Select On or Off Set to OFF so you can still use the SOURCE buttons on the front panel even when the lock button is on Firmware Select and confirm to download the firmware via the USB Download connection Logo Download Download a new logo via the USB connection Make sure the USB is not selected as the system input when downloading the logo Blank Select Blank amp Mute Blank or Mute to determine the Blank behavior of the BLANK front panel button amp Mute Set to Blank amp Mute to blank the output image and mute the audio Set to Blank to blank the output Set to Mute to mute the audio Freeze Select Freeze amp Mute Freeze or Mute to determine the Freeze behavior of the FREEZE front panel button amp Mute Set to Freeze amp Mute to Freeze the output image and mute the audio Set to Freeze to Freeze the output Set to Mute to mute the audio HDCP Setting Select Follow Input or Follow Output to define whether the Follow HDCP will follow the input or the output Output When Follow Input is selected the scaler changes its HDCP output setting for the HDMI output according to the HDCP of the input This option is recommended when the HDMI scaler output is connected to a splitter switcher in this mode switching may not be glitch free When Follow Output is selected the scaler matches its HDCP output to the HDCP setting of the HDMI acceptor to which it is connected This ensures smooth switching reg
31. dow Operation Completed 10 11 12 13 14 VP 731 Audio Close the Atmel Flip window Disconnect the power on the VP 731 If required disconnect the rear panel AUDIO PROG terminal block connector on the VP 731 Release the rear panel AUDIO PROG button using a small screwdriver Connect the power to the VP 731 Upon initialization the new VP 731 audio software version shows in the Information menu see Figure 26 Flash Memory Upgrade 45 10 Technical Specifications INPUTS 2 x universal Y CV Pb C Pr composite s Video and component 1 Vpp 75Q on BNC connectors 4 x PC computer graphics 15 pin HD connectors VGA through UXGA 2 x HDMI connectors 1 x USB connector For each universal and PC input there is a corresponding balanced stereo audio 4dBu nominal or digital S PDIF input on 5 pin terminal blocks OUTPUTS 1 HDMI connector 2 x PC computer graphics on 15 pin HD connectors 1 balanced audio stereo output on a 5 pin terminal block 4dBu nominal 1 stereo speaker output 6W per channel into 80 on a 4 pin terminal block connector 1 digital S PDIF output on an RCA connector COMPLIANCE Supports HDMI and HDCP WITH HDMI STANDARD OUTPUT Native HDMI 640x480x60Hz 640x480x75Hz 800x600x50Hz 800x600x60Hz RESOLUTIONS 800x600x75Hz 1024x768x50Hz 1024x768x60Hz 1024x768x75Hz 1280x768x50Hz 1280x768x60Hz 1280x720x60Hz 1280x800x60Hz 1280x1024x50Hz 1280x1024x60Hz 1280x
32. e Settings Help Save HEX Read Configuration File F4 Buffer Information Execute Configuralion File Save Configuration As Size 63 Kbytes ff Blank ER Range 0000 Checksum FBO400 Offset 0000 W Blank Check No Reset Before Loading EEBEE x x File Serial Number AMEL 3 x5 Verify LM Comm OFF Figure 32 Loading the Hex VP 731 Audio Flash Memory Upgrade 43 6 The Open File window opens Select the correct HEX file that contains the updated version of the firmware for VP 731 for example 44M V1p2 hex and click Open 7 Press the keyboard shortcut key 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 z sf x 1 Port COM Baud 9600 Manual Sync Figure 33 RS 232 Window Disconnect 8 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 VP731 hex appears Atmel Flip 1 8 8 BBE Butter Device Settings Help Zz Operations Flow Butter Inf
33. e 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 0 to 55 C 32 to 131 F 45 to 72 C 49 to 162 F 731 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 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 731 Always switch off
34. e unit 9 3 Upgrading the Audio Firmware Follow these steps to upgrade the audio firmware 1 Double click the desktop icon Shortcut to FLIP EXE The Splash screen appears as follows MES Flexible in Sw 35410 Draving Device Secon vandow Figure 28 Splash Screen VP 731 Audio Flash Memory Upgrade EP 2 After a few seconds the Splash screen is replaced by the Atmel Flip window Atmel Flip 1 8 8 Pies Figure 29 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 Device 89 5115 isa ee Figure 30 Device Selection Window 4 Click the button next to the name of the device and select from the list AT89C51RD2 VP 731 Audio Flash Memory Upgrade No device selected 89 5115 89 5131 89 5132 89 51 2 AT89C511C2 AT89C511D2 89 51 2 SerialNum ateacsircz ATB9CSISNDI ATBXCSI22 TE9CS1AC2 Te9CS1CCOI Tescsicco2 TE9CSIRB2 TECSIRC2 T89C51RD2 5121 Device gt Select Figure 31 Selecting the Device Window 5 Click OK and select Load Hex from the File menu Atmel Flip 1 8 8 GGF Buffer Devic
35. ens 29 7 7 The Setup Screen scair IE to Input Picture Output PIP Audio Geometry Figure 20 Setup Screen Setting Function Default Saves up to eight profiles from 1 to 8 Recalls a profile from 1 to 8 Slideshow Set the speed for the slide show to Min Low Mid Long Max or Off see Section 7 7 1 Off Frame Lock Locks the vertical refresh rate of the output to that of the input Set to On or Off Note that seamless switching is not possible when working in the Frame Lock mode unless all sources are frame synchronized In cases where the output resolution can support the vertical refresh rate of the input the output refresh rate will change according to the input refresh rate Auto Image Automatically adjusts and aligns the picture each time one of the UXGA inputs is selected or if the UXGA input resolution has changed Set to Manual or Auto Switching Selects seamless switching fade through Black or Fast Seamless Mode switching which is faster but may cause glitches on the output applies when switching between analog inputs Factory Select Yes to reset your 731 to its preset default settings Reset Advanced Opens the advanced setup menu screen see Figure 21 which includes the Mode Set OSD Misc Input and Output OSD menus Section 7 8 HDMI Set to DVD Normal or PC Bypass Switch Set to Normal for sources with HDCP When in Normal Behavior operat
36. er please visit our Web site at www kramerelectronics com or contact a Kramer Electronics office from the list at the end of this 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 VP 731 VP 731 Communication Protocol 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 SAFETY WARNING Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening and servicing PN 2900 000566 Rev 6
37. figure the Ethernet port of the VP 731 refer to the ETHERNET Configuration Lantronix GUIDE on our Web site http www kramerelectronics com P 731 13 5 3 5 4 Connecting the Balanced Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input Output L G tR Figure 6 Connecting the Balanced Figure 7 Connecting the Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input Output Stereo Audio Input L G R Figure 8 Connecting an Unbalanced Stereo Audio Acceptor to the Balanced Output Connecting the Digital S PDIF Audio Input Figure 9 illustrates how to connect a digital S PDIF audio source to the terminal block by wiring the first two terminal block PINs to an RCA connector using two wires PIN L to 9 L to S PDIF L to GND S PDIF and PIN L to GND i Figure 9 Connecting the Digital S PDIF Audio Input VP 731 Connecting the VP 731 6 6 1 VP 73 31 Presentation Switcher Scaler Buttons The VP 731 includes the following front panel buttons Nine INPUT selector buttons A PIP button BLANK and FREEZE buttons Six OSD navigation buttons A RESET TO XGA 720p button A PANEL LOCK button Switching an Input Each INPUT SELECTOR button can be used to select the source When selected the button illuminates You can switch seamlessly between each input that is connected to a source by pressing the appropriate INPUT SELECTOR button SEAMLESS SWITCHING FTB switching for glitchless transitions between inputs Presentation S
38. he PIP source the display fades through black PIP Size Select the PIP size 1 25 1 16 1 9 1 4 or Custom The PIP size can be set up to the full height and up to half the width of the screen H Position Set the horizontal position of the PIP on the display 0 128 V Position Set the vertical position of the PIP on the display 0 128 H Size Set custom size 1 256 The actual range depends upon the input resolution V Size Set custom size 1 256 The actual range depends upon the input resolution Frame Turn the PIP frame on or off On Off Frame Color Select the color of the PIP frame Red Green or Blue VP 731 Configuring the VP 731 via the OSD MENU Screens 7 5 The Audio Screen o Setting Function Default Analog or S PDIF Input Volume Adjust the input volume 22 to 22 0 Output Volume Adjust the output volume 100 to 24 0 Adjust the bass 36 to 36 jo Aust the reble 36 o 36 o 7 Balance Adjust the balance 10 to 10 0 Loudness Set the loudness On Off Off Define the delay type Dynamic or User Define Dynamic Select Dynamic for the audio delay to equal the pipeline video delay or User Define to set the delay time manually via User Delay User Delay Available when selecting the User Defined delay 0 to 340 msec Set the delay in 2msec steps USB Select the audio signal to follow the USB signal No No Audio Audio Input 1 Input 2 VGA 1 VGA 2 VGA 3 or VGA 4 HDMI 1 HDMI
39. he front panel is locked control is still available via RS 232 and or the Ethernet To lock the VP 731 e Press the PANEL LOCK button on the front panel The front panel is locked and the PANEL LOCK button is illuminated Pressing any button other than the PANEL LOCK button has no effect To unlock the VP 731 e Press the illuminated PANEL LOCK button on the front panel The front panel unlocks and the PANEL LOCK button is no longer illuminated The Save Lock and Input Lock OSD functions are defined in the table on Page 34 2sentation Switcher Scaler Buttons 6 4 The Infrared Remote Control Transmitter You can control the VP 731 remotely from the infrared remote control transmitter which is powered by two AAA size 1 5V DC batteries The IR remote control transmitter has a range of up to 15 meters and delivers instantaneous results The front panel UNIVERSAL INPUT selector buttons IN 1 and IN 2 are named Input 1 and Input 2 respectively on the IR remote control transmitter Similarly the front panel INPUT selector buttons PC 1 PC 2 PC 3 and PC 4 are named VGA 1 VGA 2 VGA 3 and VGA 4 respectively on the IR remote control transmitter Ke Function Freeze Pauses the output video and can be programmed to mute the audio signal at the same time see Page 34 Blank Toggles between a blank screen blue or black and the display POWER Cycles power Main 9 keys for selecting one of the following Source sources Input 1
40. input signal on the display Press an input button The 731 will quickly fade to black switch inputs and then fade up from black to show the new input signal on your display or projector Step 6 Set the inputs Universal Inputs by default the UNIVERSAL inputs are set to CV To change the default setting select a different input via the Input OSD menu UXGA inputs you do not have to set the UXGA inputs Player Video HDMI Inputs set HDCP support via the Setup OSD menu USB Input read JPEG picture files up to 2048x1536 and not exceeding 1MB to use as a logo background or to create a slideshow Step 7 Set the output resolution The 731 is set at the factory to a default output resolution of 1024x768 XGA with a refresh rate of 60 2 If your projector or display uses XGA resolution you can start using the VP 731 If not you can set a different output resolution via the Output OSD menu Contents 11 1 Introduction Getting Started Achieving the Best Performance Recycling Kramer Products Overview Defining the VP 731 Presentation Switcher Scaler Installing in a Rack Connecting the VP 731 Connecting a PC Connecting the VP 731 via the ETHERNET Port Connecting the Balanced Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input Output Connecting the Digital S PDIF Audio Input Presentation Switcher Scaler Buttons Switching an Input The PIP Button Feature Locking and Unlocking the
41. ion the unit sends a hot plug to the source for any Group Scaler switching request There might be some graphic cards that might shut OFF the VGA HDMI output following the hot plug detection To prevent this set this parameter to the Bypass mode so the unit will not send a hot plug for switching request the hot plug will be detected by the source only when plugging a physical connection HDMI Input Set to On or Off for each HDMI input HDCP HDCP support can be enabled On or disabled Off for each of the HDMI inputs allowing the source to transmit a non HDCP signal if required for example when working with a Mac computer VP 731 Configuring the VP 731 via the OSD MENU Screens 7 7 1 VP 731 Configuring the VP 731 via the OSD MENU Screens The Slideshow Feature The VP 731 lets you run a slideshow via the USB input and set the slideshow speed via the slideshow feature To prepare a slideshow Load the slideshow JPEG images to a USB memory stick The slides will appear in alphabetical order The JPEG file should be smaller than 1MB and should not exceed a resolution of 2048x1536 Open the Setup menu and set the desired speed in the slideshow item and then close the menu Connect the Memory stick to the USB connector on the front panel Select the USB INPUT button on the front panel The slideshow begins at the set speed You have to set the slideshow parameters before you run the slideshow You can contro
42. isplay for making adjustments that can be located anywhere on the screen 3 1 In addition the 731 e Includes non volatile memory that retains the last settings after switching the power off and then on again e Digitally reprocesses the signal to correct mastering errors and regenerates the video at a higher line and pixel rate format providing native resolution video for LCD DLP and plasma displays e Is specifically designed to improve video quality by reducing chroma noise e Includes numerous filters and algorithms for eliminating picture artifacts e Scales and zooms to up to 400 of the original size e Can provide non linear scaling for 4 3 and 16 9 transformation Control your VP 731 directly via the front panel push buttons or e By RS 232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system PC or other serial controller e Remotely from the infrared remote control transmitter with on screen menus e Via the Ethernet The 731 is housed in 19 10 rack mountable enclosure with rack ears included and is fed from a 100 240 VAC universal switching power supply Defining the VP 731 Presentation Switcher Scaler This section defines the VP 731 UNIVERSAL INPUTS Ineurs w2 M ec 2 HDMI2 PIP BLANK MENU ENTER Ll e JE TL IE JE IE TE E IE Presentation Switcher Scaler Reser PANEL XGA720P Lock A gt Figure 1 VP
43. l the slide show by pressing the FREEZE button to pause USB button to play and stop the slideshow A up arrow button to go to the previous slide down arrow button to to the next slide 7 8 7 8 1 The Advanced Setup Screen Mode Set Figure 21 Advanced Setup Screen The Mode Set functions define the desired working resolution and refresh rate when the system cannot distinguish between similar resolutions for example resolutions that have the same number of lines can be defined to identify refresh rate values Setting Function Selection Range Default 1680x1050x60Hz 1280x1024x76Hz 1366x768x60Hz If two resolutions have the same number of lines for example 1050 we can define them so that the unit identifies them as 1400x1050 or as 1680x1050 The OSD Screen Functions Setting Function Selection Range Default Menu Position Set the location of the Center Top Left Top Right Center OSD menu Bottom Left Bottom Right Time Out sec Set the OSD menu timeout 5 10 20 30 60 90 or Off VP 731 Configuring the VP 731 via the OSD MENU Screens 7 8 2 The Misc Screen functions e 8 1 Mode Set 050 Input Output Figure 22 Misc Screen Setting Function Default Logo Select On Off or Custom Choose ON for the start up logo to appear on the screen Choose OFF for it not to appear Set to Custom to download a custom Logo Flash ROM The logo can be obtained via
44. mmunication Protocol Control Type Set Get 2 Custom 3 Disable Analog Sync 0 Off 08 NN 0 Off 0 Blank amp Mute 1 87 1 Blank Blank key function 2 Mute 0 Freeze amp Mute 1 Freeze Freeze key function 2 Mute 1 On RE p Eg Na Je r p NA p p p p ps Na pw SS p L pe Na he p p Na Re p pe NA Ee 0 Off 1 0 Off o pF po NA ZJ 0 640 480 60 1 640 480 67 13 2 640x480 72 3 640x480 75 4 640x480 85 5 720 400 70 6 720x400 85 7 800 600 56 E Main Input status 10 800x600 75 11 800x600 85 12 832x624 75 Mac16 13 1024x768 60 14 1024x768 70 15 1024x768 75 16 1024x768 75 Mac19 17 1024x768 85 VP 731 VP 731 Communication Protoco 57 Function Description Control Type Function Description 1024x800 84 Sun 1152x864 75 1152x870 75 Mac21 1152x900 66 Sun 1152x900 76 Sun 1280x960 60 1280x960 85 1280x768 60 1280x1024 60 1280x1024 75 1280x1024 76 Sun 1280x1024 85 1400x1050 60 1400x1050 75 1600x1200 60 1680x1050 60 1080i 60 10801 50 1080 60 1080 50 720 60 720 50 480i 480p 576i 576p 1280x800 60 Reduced blanking
45. necting a PC You can connect to the unit via a crossed RS 232 connection using for example a PC A crossed cable or null modem is required as shown in method A and B respectively If a shielded cable is used connect the shield to pin 5 Method A Figure 4 Connect the RS 232 9 pin D sub port on the unit via a crossed cable only pin 2 to pin 3 pin 3 to pin 2 and pin 5 to pin 5 need be connected to the RS 232 9 pin D sub port on the PC Note There is no need to connect any other pins Figure 4 Crossed Cable RS 232 Connection Hardware flow control is not required for this unit In the rare case where a controller requires hardware flow control short pin 1 to 7 and 8 and pin 4 to 6 on the controller side Method B Figure 5 Connect the RS 232 9 pin D sub port on the unit via a straight flat cable to the null modem adapter and connect the null modem adapter to the RS 232 9 pin D sub port on the PC The straight cable usually contains all nine wires for a full connection of the D sub connector Because the null modem adapter which already includes the flow control jumpering described in Method A above only requires pins 2 3 and 5 to be connected you are free to decide whether to connect only these 3 pins or all 9 pins Null Modem Adapter to PC Figure 5 Straight Cable RS 232 Connection with Modem Adapter Connecting the VP 731 via the ETHERNET Port To connect and con
46. o f mmu ps gs go we po O go woe jy wen ps O zo gs js mere po bo 4o fozaxres o ys 1 hare ys J o fozaes ps heoo po pa fem go o woe js go Technical Specifications of the HDMI Input Signal for RGB Colorspace pos po ps ___ gt mo _____ pow go po _______ yw ps puso pe 1 Bow po O heoa po oo p so ps5 1 _____ pue gs gs _________ heege po o po po _______ 1 ps Joe ____ ps go po 1020800 ________ nea dL Specifications 47 VP 731 Technical Technical Specifications of the Y C Video Signal ____ 5 NTSC4 43 PAL PAL M PAL N SECAM PAL 60 Technical Specifications of the HDMI Signal for RGB or YUV Resolution Vertical Frequency H2 1080 _________ 1080 wo yet hup po 1080p 1080P 720 b 720p wo a0 Peer
47. onference 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 2 Getting Started We recommend that you Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment Review the contents of this user manual Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables Use only the power cord that is supplied with this machine Go to http www kramerelectronics com to check for up to date user manuals application programs and to check if firmware upgrades are available where appropriate 2 1 Achieving the Best Performance To achieve the best performance Use only good quality connection 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 Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality Position your Kramer VP 731 away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust 2 2 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
48. ormation T89C51RD2 puce Mandat id 57 Range 0000 1408 Ese d or Checksum OBFDFI Offset 0000 Device 193 F IV Blank Check No Reset Before Loading Hardware 13 Bootloader Ver 24 Progam oo DevicesBV Seial Number Device SSB F AL Level C Levelt Set Special Bytes C Level2 ET E File gt Load 9600 Figure 34 Atmel Flip Window Connected VP 731 Audio Flash Memory Upgrade Click Run After each stage of the operation is completed the check box for that stage becomes colored green See also the blue progress indicator on the status bar When the operation is completed all 4 check boxes will be colored green and the status bar message Memory Verify Pass appears error message Not Finished shows click Run again Atmel Flip 1 8 8 PEE Fie Buffer Device Settings Help els e 2 _ 518 2 Operations Flow Buter Information TESCSIRD2 Ew v 8 Blank FF Erase Range 0000 1409 Device id 1 7 Checksum Deviceld2 Offset 000 Device ld 3 8 Blank Check No Reset Before Loading HadwaeEye BootloaderVer 24 HEX File ux 50 Dess Serial Number Device 58 FF dis Level C Levell Set Special Bytes AIMEL C Level a LE anj 5 Memory Very Pace 1 9600 Figure 35 Atmel Flip Win
49. rce Swap To toggle back and forth between the PIP source and the main display as Figure 11 illustrates press the Swap key on the infrared remote control transmitter see Figure 12 You can also do this via the OSD menu by selecting a new Input Source through the Input menu and a new PIP source through the PIP menu Figure 11 The SWAP Status When selecting one PIP source the VP 731 automatically recognizes and displays the selected graphic PIP source on all the video displays and the selected video source on all the graphic displays compliant with the table on Page 19 The PIP source appears even if the input signal is not connected In this case the PIP appears over a blank screen To replace a PIP in the same input signal category for example changing from UXGA 1 to HDMI 2 press the button for that PIP Source on the remote control transmitter and the PIP display will change accordingly VP 731 Presentation Switcher Scaler Buttons 6 3 PIP Source Appearance Availability PIP Source Input 1 Input 2 Main Source gt gt gt gt means Yes means No PC 1 VGA 1 PC 2 VGA 2 PC 4 VGA 4 For a USB source with the PIP enabled the output image size is limited to 960 horizontal pixels Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel To prevent changing the settings accidentally or tampering with the unit via the front panel buttons lock your VP 731 Unlocking releases the protection mechanism When t
50. rce press and hold the PIP front panel button while pressing the input button of the required PIP source For example to select PC 2 as the graphic PIP source over a video background press the PIP front panel button while pressing the PC 2 front panel button To select the PIP source using the IR remote controller press the desired PIP source on the remote controller For example if you want to select HDMI 2 as the PIP source press the HDMI 2 button in the PIP source area on the IR remote controller To set the PIP source via the OSD menu do the following 1 Press the MENU button to enter the OSD menu 2 Press the button to move to the PIP icon 3 Scroll down to select Source and press ENTER 4 Use the A or buttons to select the PIP Source from the drop down list box and press ENTER see Figure 17 5 To exit the OSD menu press the MENU button Figure 10 PIP Source over Background VP 731 Presentation Switcher Scaler Buttons 6 2 3 replace a PIP source in the same category for example changing the PIP source from HDMI 2 to HDMI 1 press the required PIP Source on the remote control transmitter and the PIP display will change accordingly When attempting to select a PIP source of the same category as the background source for example video on video which is not compliant with the table on Page 19 a message is displayed Unavailable Operation Toggling between the PIP and the Screen Sou
51. 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 Kramer 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 http www kramerelectronics com support recycling Overview The Kramer 731 is 9 input Proscale Presentation Switcher Scaler Each audio input can accept balanced stereo audio or digital S PDIF audio The VP 731 has a balanced stereo audio output and a digital S PDIF audio output The VP 731 scales any composite s Video Y C component video YPbPr HDMI or computer graphics video signal as well as jpeg files via USB up or down to a selectable graphics or HDTV output resolution and provides glitch free switching between sources through FTB fade thru black switching technology The output signal is available simultaneously on two 15 pin HD computer graphics video PC connectors and on an HDMI connector The VP 731 features include e Silicon Optix HQV Video Processing HQV Hollywood Quality Video processing represents the state of the art in video processing technology with the highest quality de interlacing noise reduction and scaling performance for both standard definition and high definition
52. s an overlay over any images that are output from the VP 731 There are eight sub menus that are used to configure the VP 731 You can activate and navigate these menus from the front panel buttons or from the IR remote control Input Picture Output Audio Setup Info Figure 13 MENU Items To access and use the OSD menus push the button for the desired input signal then press the MENU front panel OSD button or the MENU key on the infrared remote control transmitter to display the main MENU screen which shows the eight interactive icons e Press the or gt buttons to select the desired sub menu and then press ENTER e Press the A or V buttons to select the menu item to be adjusted and then press ENTER e Press the or V buttons to make the adjustment and then press ENTER or e Press the lt or gt buttons to increase or decrease the numerical value as needed To return to the previous menu level press the front panel MENU button or the MENU key on the remote control All settings and adjustments are automatically saved in non volatile memory for each of the inputs except USB The values defined in the different menus may change according to the firmware version you can download the up to date firmware version from our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com onfiguring the VP 731 via the OSD MENU Screens 21 7 1 The Input Screen Figure 14 Input Screen Setting Source Input
53. substantially the same function as the original product 3 Issue a refund of the original purchase price less depreciation to be determined 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 Howto Obtain a Remedy underthis 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
54. the power to each device before connecting it to your VP 731 After connecting your VP 731 connect its power and then switch on the power to each device To connect the VP 731 as illustrated in the example in Figure 3 do the following 1 Connect the video sources A component video source for example a DVD player to the UNIV IN 1 RCA connectors Y CV Pb C and Pr Component video is sometimes called YUV or Y B Y R Y A composite source for example a DVD player to the UNIV IN 2 RCA connector A computer graphics source to the PC 1 IN 15 pin HD computer graphics video connector An HDMI source for example a DVD player to the HDMI 1 IN connector A graphics data source for example JPEG files that should be smaller than 1MB and should not exceed a resolution of 2048x1536 from a PC or a USB flash drive to the USB connector on the front panel of the machine 2 Connect the balanced stereo audio sources that is the audio of Component video source 1 to the AUDIO UNIV IN 1 terminal block Composite video source to the AUDIO UNIV IN 2 terminal block Computer graphics source to the AUDIO PC 1 terminal block Although this connecting example shows only several inputs that are connected you can connect all the inputs simultaneously 3 Connect video outputs HDMI OUT connector to an HDMI acceptor for example plasma display The PC OUT 1 15 pin HD computer graphics video connector to a video a
55. to the previous level in the OSD screen 2 Decreases the volume level when not in the OSD menu E Button Moves up one step in the same level in the OSD screen or moves to the previous slide when running a slideshow see Section 7 7 1 gt Button Increases the range by one step in the OSD screen Increases the volume level when not in the OSD menu Feature Function 15 Button Moves down one step in the same level in the OSD screen or moves to the next slide when running a slideshow see Section 7 7 1 16 RESET TO XGA 720p Press and hold to reset to the default resolution toggles between RESET TO XGA and 720p Button 17 i 17 PANEL LOCK Button Press to lock unlock the front panel to prevent unintentional operation 18 USB Connector Connects to a USB drive to read JPEG files smaller than 1MB and up to a resolution of 2048x1536 and also to download new firmware L GHR L GHR L GHR L l GR L GHR PEE Function Y CV UNIV IN BNC Connectors Connect to the video acceptor which can be either composite video Y CV s Video Y CV from 1 to 2 component video Y C V PB C PR Feature Function 34 PC OUT 1 15 HD Connector Connects to the video acceptor 1 that displays the scaled output In the default HDTV mode the signal goes out P
56. transparent background or Off for a non transparent background Display Height Check Set the thickness of the background stripe 72 or 36 Box Text Position V Set the vertical position of the text background on the display Position screen Top Center or Bottom Communication Interface Area Connect Disconnect Connect the machine or disconnect TCP IP Check box When selected set the P Address or search the IP Address and Port to connect via Ethernet you have to select the connection type before connecting the software to the machine RS 232 Check box When selected set the COM port and Baud Rate 9600 to connect via the RS 232 connector 1 Blank Time Sec Set the blank delay time from 1 to 5 Dropdown Box Speed Dropdown Box dd speed at which the text moves on the display from 1 Set to Still fixed text or Scrolling text moves across the Mode display Send Text Area ees Type the desired text in the Message box Set the number of times that the text message will scroll across the screen 1 to 20 or set to Forever to repeat the Repeat Dropdown Box text message continuously For example set to 2 to repeat the text twice After selecting the Static mode use the H Offset box to select the horizontal position of the text Left Center or Right Click to quit the program Click to save the current setting PS Audio Flash Memory Upgrade The VP 731 audio firm
57. ver cartons equipment enclosures cables or accessories used in conjunction with this product Without limiting any other exclusion herein Kramer Electronics 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 Whois 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 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
58. ware is located in FLASH memory which lets you upgrade to the latest Kramer firmware version in minutes Upgrade should be carried out by skilled technical personnel Failure to upgrade correctly will result in the malfunction of the machine The process involves e Downloading from the Internet e Connecting the PC to the AUDIO PROG terminal block connector Section 9 2 e Upgrading Firmware Downloading from the Internet You can download the up to date file from the Internet To do so 1 Go to our Web site at www kramerelectronics com and download the file FLIP_VP731 zip from the Technical Support section 2 Extract the file FLIP_VP731 zip to a folder for example C Program Files Kramer Flash 3 Create a shortcut on your desktop to the file FLIP EXE The files indicated in this section are given as an example only File names are liable to change from time to time VP 731 Audio Flash Memory Upgrade 9 2 Connecting the PC to the RS 232 Port Before installing the latest Kramer audio firmware version on VP 731 unit do the following 1 Connect the PC to the AUDIO PROG terminal block connector as defined Connect this PIN on To this PIN the the Terminal Block 9 pin D sub Connector Connector gt below RS 232 PINOUT 2 Push the AUDIO PROG button using a small screwdriver 3 Switch the unit ON This sequence is critical first push the AUDIO PROG button and then turn on th
59. witcher Scaler Buttons 45 6 2 The PIP Button Feature The Picture in Picture inserter PIP uses K IIT XL image insertion technology to present video and graphic sources simultaneously so that you can display e inserted video source PIP over a graphic source background inserted graphic source PIP over a video source background VIDEO SOURCE can be composite or s Video GRAPHIC SOURCE can be HDMI UXGA or component For example you can show a live video window on top of a graphic background and vice versa If the HDMI signal is HDCP protected it cannot appear on a display that is not HDCP compliant and the machine will not output a picture on the VGA output The VP 731 supports three PIP modes e Picture in Picture with a smaller window superimposed over a full screen image e Picture Picture where both images are placed side by side with the same height e Split where both images appear side by side and the aspect ratios of both images are maintained 6 2 1 Activating the PIP Feature Activate the PIP feature in any of the following ways e Press and hold the PIP front panel button while pressing the input button of the required PIP source e Press the PIP key on the IR remote control transmitter see Section 6 4 e Access the OSD PIP menu see Figure 17 and selecting PIP On VP 731 Presentation Switcher Scaler Buttons 6 2 2 Selecting the PIP Source To easily select the PIP sou
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