USER MANUAL - Kramer Electronics
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1. 3 For the name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center consult your authorized dealer LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES All implied warranties including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to the length of this warranty EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES The liability of Kramer for any effective products is limited to the repair or replacement of the product at our option Kramer shall not be liable for 1 Damage to other property caused by defects in this product damages based upon inconvenience loss of use of the product loss of time commercial loss or 2 Any other damages whether incidental consequential or otherwise Some countries may not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from place to place NOTE All products returned to Kramer for service must have prior approval This may be obtained from your dealer This equipment has been tested to determine compliance with the requirements of EN 50081 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic emission standard Part 1 Residential commercial and light industry EN 50082 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic immunity standard Part 1 Residential commercial2. Alternatively you can connect the digital audio source to the S PDIF RCA connector 4 After connecting the power if required press the Resolution button to set the scaled output resolution KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting the VP 418 Video to HDMI Scaler Camcorder Composite Plasma Video Player Display Figure 2 Connecting the VP 418 Video to HDMI Scaler Technical Specifications 5 1 Connecting the Contact Closure Remote Control PINs The contact closure remote control pins operate in a similar way to the Input selector button Using the contact closure remote control you can select the Y C or the CV input To do so connect the required input pin on the REMOTE terminal block connector to the G Ground pin as Figure 3 illustrates DO NOT Connect more than one PIN to the Ground PIN at the same time Remote Remote YICG CV YICG CV To select Y C connect the Y C PIN to PING To select CV connect the CV PIN to PIN G Figure 3 Connecting the Contact Closure Remote Control PINs 6 Technical Specifications Table 3 Technical Specifications of the VP 418 Video to HDMI Scaler INPUTS 1 CV on an RCA connector 1Vpp 75Q 1 s Video on a 4p connector 1Vpp 75Q Y 0 3Vpp 75Q C 2 analog unbalanced stereo audio left and right on RCA connectors 1 Vpp 24kQ 2 S PDIF digital audio on RCA connectors OUTPUT 1 HDMI connector HDMI version 1 2 HDCP version 1
3. and light industry environment CFR 47 FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15 Radio frequency devices Subpart B Unintentional radiators CAUTION amp Servicing the machines can only be done by an authorized Kramer technician Any user who makes changes or modifications to the unit without the expressed approval of the manufacturer will void user authority to operate the equipment Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine amp Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit our Web site www kramerelectronics com where updates to this user manual may be found We welcome your questions comments and feedback Safety Warning Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening servicing Caution 9001 O 2 ge ia Institute of Quality amp Control Kramer Electronics Ltd Web site www kramerelectronics com E mail info kramerel com P N 2900 000261 REV 4
4. 1 OUTPUT RESOLUTIONS 480p 576p 720p OUTPUT REFRESH RATE 480p 60Hz 576p 50Hz 720p 50Hz for PAL input 60Hz for NTSC input CONTROLS Input selector button resolution selector button contact closure POWER SOURCE 12VDC 550mA DIMENSIONS 21 46cm x 16 25cm x 4 36cm 8 45 x 6 4 x 1 72 W D H WEIGHT 1 1kg 2 4lb approx ACCESSORIES Power supply OPTIONS Rack adapter 1 Y C or CV 2 Specifications are subject to change without notice 8 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED WARRANTY Kramer Electronics hereafter Kramer warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms HOW LONGIS THE WARRANTY Labor and parts are warranted for seven years from the date of the first customer purchase WHOIS PROTECTED Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty WHAT IS COVERED AND WHAT IS NOT COVERED Except as below this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product The following are not covered by the warranty 1 Any product which is not distributed by Kramer or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer If you are uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the Web site www kramerelectronics com 2 Any product on which the serial number has been defaced modified or removed or on which the WARRANTY VOID IF TAMPERED sti
5. Kramer Electronics Ltd USER MANUAL Model VP 418 Video to HDMI Scaler Contents Contents 1 Introduction 2 Getting Started 2 1 Quick Start 3 Overview 3 1 About HDMI 32 Recommendations for Best Performance 4 Your VP 418 Video to HDMI Scaler 5 Connecting the VP 418 Video to HDMI Scaler 5 1 Connecting the Contact Closure Remote Control PINs 6 Technical Specifications Figures Figure 1 VP 418 Video to HDMI Scaler Front and Rear View Figure 2 Connecting the VP 418 Video to HDMI Scaler Figure 3 Connecting the Contact Closure Remote Control PINs Tables Table 1 Front Panel Features and Functions of the VP 418 Video to HDMI Scaler Table 2 Rear Panel Features and Functions of the VP 418 Video to HDMI Scaler Table 3 Technical Specifications of the VP 418 Video to HDMI Scaler o oan ALU Re aN nN Introduction 2 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 Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VP 418 Video to HDMI Scaler This product is ideal for e Projection systems
6. cker has been torn reattached removed or otherwise interfered with 3 Damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from i Accident misuse abuse neglect fire water lightning or other acts of nature ii Product modification or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product iii Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by Kramer iv Any shipment of the product claims must be presented to the carrier v Removalor installation of the product vi Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect vii Cartons equipment enclosures cables or accessories used in conjunction with the product WHAT WE WILL PAY FORAND WHATWE WILLNOT PAY FOR We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items We will not pay for the following 1 Removal or installations charges 2 Costs of initial technical adjustments set up including adjustment of user controls or programming These costs are the responsibility of the Kramer dealer from whom the product was purchased 3 Shipping charges HOW YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE 1 To obtain service on you product you must take or ship it prepaid to any authorized Kramer service center 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
7. in conference rooms boardrooms hotels and churches e Home theater up scaling The package includes the following items e VP 418 Video to HDMI Scaler e Power adapter 12V DC input e This user manual Getting Started We recommend that you e Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment e Review the contents of this user manual e Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables 2 1 Quick Start This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps 1 GROUP 1 Distribution Amplifiers GROUP 2 Switchers and Matrix Switchers GROUP 3 Control Systems GROUP 4 Format Standards Converters GROUP 5 Twisted Pair Solutions GROUP 6 Specialty AV Products GROUP 7 Scan Converters and Scalers GROUP 8 Cables and Connectors GROUP 9 Room Connectivity GROUP 10 Accessories and Rack Adapters GROUP 11 Sierra Products 2 Download up to date Kramer user manuals from the Internet at this URL http www kramerelectronics com 3 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com Getting Started Step 1 Connect the input and the outputs see section 5 1 Connect the video and the audio signals to the Y C input Connect the video and the audio signals to the CV input Connect the HDMI output to a display Camcorder a e Composite Video Player Display Step 2 Connect the power Step 3 Opera
8. ity via a single cable and user friendly connector Is backward compatible with DVI Digital Visual Interface Supports two way communication between the video source such as a DVD player and the digital television enabling new functionality such as automatic configuration and one button play HDMI has the capacity to support Existing high definition video formats 720p 10801 and 1080p 60 as well as standard definition formats such as NTSC or PAL 3 2 Recommendations for 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 418 away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust No operator serviceable parts inside unit Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall adapter that is provided with this unit Elanur Disconnect power and unplug unit from wall before installing or removing device or servicing unit 1 HDMI supports multiple audio formats from standard stereo to multi channel surround sound HDMI has the capacity to support Dolby 5 1 audio and high resolution audio formats 2 HDMI provides the quality and functionality of a digital interface while also supporting uncompressed video formats in a simple cos
9. ly via the front panel push buttons e Remotely from the remote contact closure connector 3 1 About HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface HDMI is an uncompressed all digital audio video interface widely supported in the entertainment and home cinema industry It delivers the highest high definition image and sound quality In particular HDMI e Provides a simple interface between any audio video source such as a set top box DVD player or A V receiver and video monitor such as a digital flat LCD plasma television DTV over a single lengthy cable 1 Ensuring an all digital rendering of video without the losses associated with analog interfaces and their unnecessary digital to analog conversions 2 HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI licensing LLC 3 With video and multi channel audio combined into a single cable the cost complexity and confusion of multiple cables currently used in A V systems is reduced 4 HDMI technology has been designed to use standard copper cable construction at up to 15m 3 Overview Supports standard enhanced high definition video and multi channel digital audio on a single cable Transmits all ATSC HDTV standards and supports 8 channel digital audio with bandwidth to spare to accommodate future enhancements and requirements Benefits consumers by providing superior uncompressed digital video qual
10. o source 13 gt Audio IN RCA Connector R Connect to the right and left analog unbalanced stereo 14 o L audio source of the CV source 15 S PDIF IN RCA Connector Connect to the digital audio source 16 Remote Terminal Block Connects to a dry contact switch see section 5 1 17 HDMI Out Connector Connects to the HDMI acceptor 18 12VDC 12V DC connector for powering the unit Connecting the VP 418 Video to HDMI Scaler 5 Connecting the VP 418 Video to HDMI Scaler To connect your VP 418 as the example in Figure 2 illustrates do the following 1 Connect an s Video source for example an s Video camcorder to the Y C IN 4p connector 2 Connect the analog unbalanced stereo audio signal of the s video source to the L and R RCA connectors in the Y C area 3 Connect a composite video source for example a composite video player to the CV IN RCA connector 4 Connect the analog unbalanced stereo audio signal of the CV source to the L and R RCA connectors in the CV area 5 Connect the HDMI Out connector to an HDMI acceptor for example a plasma display 6 Connect the 12V DC power adapter to the power socket and connect the adapter to the mains electricity not shown in Figure 2 1 You do not have to connect both inputs 2 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VP 418 After connecting your VP 418 switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device 3
11. t effective manner 3 For example model number AD2512C part number 2535 00025 1 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Your VP 418 Video to HDMI Scaler 4 Your VP 418 Video to HDMI Scaler Figure 1 Table 1 and Table 2 define the VP 418 Video to HDMI Scaler Resolution 480p 576p 720p o 0 o Remote HDMI Out 12V DC Figure 1 VP 418 Video to HDMI Scaler Front and Rear View Table 1 Front Panel Features and Functions of the VP 418 Video to HDMI Scaler Feature Function 1 s Selector Button Press to select the CV input or the Y C input 2 Q CV Indicator LED Lights when the CV input is selected 3 Y C Indicator LED Lights when the Y C input is selected 4 5 Selector Button Press to select the resolution 480p 576p or 720p 5 5 480p Indicator LED Lights when the 480p resolution is selected 6 Q 576p Indicator LED Lights when the 576p resolution is selected 7 720p Indicator LED Lights when the 720p resolution is selected Table 2 Rear Panel Features and Functions of the VP 418 Video to HDMI Scaler Feature Function 8 Y C IN 4p Connector Connect to the s Video source 9 Audio IN RCA Connector R Connect to the right and left analog unbalanced stereo 10 gt L audio source of the Y C source 11 S PDIF IN RCA Connector Connect to the digital audio source 12 CV IN RCA Connector Connect to the composite vide
12. te the machine see section 5 Set the output resolution via the Switch between inputs via the Resolution button Choose one of front panel Input button the following 480p 576p 720p or by momentarily connecting the appropriate input number PIN lee reap YIC or CY to the G Ground 480p 576p 720p o OOO DO NOT connect more than one PIN to the G PIN at the same time KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Overview 3 Overview The Kramer VP 418 is a high quality video to HDMI scaler It accepts one of two inputs either s Video on a 4p connector or composite video on an RCA connector selected via a front panel selector button or via the remote contact closure connector as well as separate sets of digital audio S PDIF and analog unbalanced stereo audio signals on RCA connectors It scales the video embeds the audio and outputs the signal to the HDMI output The VP 418 Video to HDMI Scaler e Is HDTV compatible and the resolution can be scaled up to 480p 576p or 720p via a front panel selector button e Has both analog and digital S PDIF audio inputs for each video input e Automatically detects and selects the analog digital audio source Default selection is S PDIF if this is not present then the machine uses the audio from the analog inputs e Has a non volatile memory that retains the last settings used e Is housed in a desktop sized enclosure and is 12V DC fed Control your VP 418 e Direct
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