Kramer Electronics VA-2002 User's Manual
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1. 2 Item 1 on the rear panel in Figure 1 3 Make one to one connections that is uncrossed 4 Located at CAWINDOWSIStart Menu Programs V A 2002W A2002 Remote 5 Located at C Program Files VV A 2002WBin 6 When you subsequently use the program the active VA 2002 Remote Control window will open 19 Using the VA 2002 Remote Control Program 3 Click Configure and then select an active serial port COM 1 COM 4 from the COM Port window that opens adjacent to the Remote Control window as Figure 19 illustrates vA 2002 Remote Control X Please select Status Logo Info System Info Preferences Bip C COM2 C COM3 O w Mo IV use fast comm Figure 19 COM Port Window 4 Click Close to activate the VA 2002 Remote Control window as Figure 20 illustrates Status Logo Info System Info Preferences i OFF STATUS Figure 20 Active VA 2002 Remote Control Window 5 Click the Preferences tab to select the input source composite video or s Video and the video standard PAL or NTSC as Figure 21 illustrates In addition you can set the MONITOR outputs to function as an additional pair of OUTPUT connectors 2002 Remote Control Off Status Logo Info System Info J Input Source composite BNC e Standard NTSC 7 Monitor Dut use as Control Figure 21 Selecting the Preferences via the VA 2002 Remote Control Window 1 The Preferences tab functi2. N o Contents Figures Figure 1 VA 2002 Multistandard Logo Generator 4 Figure 2 Connecting the V A 2002 Multistandard Logo Generator 8 Figure 3 VA 2002 Splash Screen 9 Figure 4 Welcome Window 9 Figure 5 Target Directory Window 10 Figure 6 Start Menu Window 10 Figure 7 Installation Window 11 Figure 8 Installation Complete 11 Figure 9 Bitmap Graphic Pixel limitations 13 Figure 10 Unnamed VA 2000 Window 14 Figure 11 Selecting a Bitmap File 15 Figure 12 Solid Logo on the Upper Left Side of the Screen 15 Figure 13 Solid Logo on the Center Right Side of the Screen 16 Figure 14 Create Logo Disk Dialog Box 16 Figure 15 Transparent Logo on the Center Right Side of the Screen 17 Figure 16 Set Transparency Box 18 Figure 17 Select Fade Speed Box 18 Figure 18 VA 2002 Disconnected Remote Control Window 19 Figure 19 COM Port Window 20 Figure 20 Active VA 2002 Remote Control Window 20 Figure 21 Selecting the Preferences via the V A 2002 Remote Control Window 20 Figure 22 Logo Info Window Before RS 232 Transfer 22 Figure 23 Selecting a Project File 22 Figure 24 Logo Info Window After RS 232 Transfer 23 Figure 25 Identification Screen 23 Figure 26 Status Screen 24 Figure 27 Main Menu Select Logo Screen 24 Figure 28 Select Logo Screen 24 Figure 29 Main Menu Edit Logo Screen 25 Figure 30 Edit Load Logo Screen 25 Tables Table 1 Front Panel V A 2002 Multistandard Logo Generator Features 5 Table 2 Rear Pan
3. Using the VA 2002 Remote Control Program You can use the VA 2002 Remote Control program to control your VA 2002 Multistandard Logo Generator from your PC via RS 232 The functionality of the VA 2002 Remote Control program resembles the design of the Main Menu of the VA 2002 Multistandard Logo Generator After configuring the VA 2002 Remote Control program on your PC see section 9 1 you can use it to control your VA 2002 Multistandard Logo Generator from your PC see section 9 2 and to transfer a logo via RS 232 see section 9 3 Configuring the Remote Control Program To configure the VA 2002 Remote Control program to facilitate control of the VA 2002 Multistandard Logo Generator from your PC via RS 232 do the following 1 Connect the RS 232 DB9 port on your PC to the RS 232F DB9 rear panel port on the VA 2002 using a flat cable Do not use a null modem adapter 2 Start the VA 2002 Remote Control program by clicking the appropriate shortcut in the Start menu s Programs folder or double clicking the VA2002 Remote EXE file The VA 2002 disconnected Remote Control window opens in the Status tab when starting the program for the first time VA 2002 Remote Control Status Logo Info System Info Preferences Insert EE Figure 18 VA 2002 Disconnected Remote Control Window 1 Configuration changes made via your PC are immediately visible on the VA 2002 Multistandard Logo Generator and vice versa
4. Ipj V A 2000 see step 4 2 Item 9 on the front panel in Figure 1 17 Using the VA 2002 Logo Finalizer and Upload Program Set Transparency x Transparency Solid It x Invisible Select Pixel Set Global Cancel Figure 16 Set Transparency Box Set the transparency level as required between 0 for solid transparency and up to 100 for invisible transparency Adjust the logo s transparency by clicking one of the following Set Global to change the transparency of the whole logo or Select Pixel to change the transparency for parts of the logo with a certain color zoom in and then choose the corresponding pixels with the mouse 8 4 Setting the Fade Speed Select the Fade Speed to set whether the logo will appear quickly or slowly To select the Fade Speed using the VA 2002 Logo Finalizer and Upload program do the following 1 From the Logo menu select the Set Fadespeed command The Select Fade Speed box appears as Figure 17 illustrates Select Fade Speed x 4900 msec W Cancel Figure 17 Select Fade Speed Box 2 Set the fade speed level as required between 0 msec for the fastest fade speed and up to 10000 msec for the slowest fade speed 1 As the example in Figure 13 illustrates 2 In the example in Figure 15 transparency is set at 80 18 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Using the VA 2002 Remote Control Program 9 9 1
5. for transfer via RS 232 optional when saving on a floppy disk The final computer designed Create the logo lgo file saving it on a floppy disk see graphic must be a Bitmap section 8 1 Q Q Q Q Step 4 Turn the power ON Step 5 Transfer the Logo to the VA 2002 via RS 232 via the floppy diek Traneter the legen K5 252 Insert the floppy disk and load the logo see section 9 3 using the VA 2002 v a the VA 2002 Main Menu Remote Control program eee section 10 2 2 1 Step 6 Insert the logo to the video signal INSERT O PRESS THE INSERT BUTTON TO DISPLAY THE LOGO 2 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Overview 3 Overview The VA 2002 Multistandard Logo Generator is a unique high quality multi standard PAL and NTSC color logo inserter for inserting a logo into a composite video and s Video signal Using the VA 2002 you can e Select a composite video or an s Video Y C input from the Preferences tab in the VA 2002 Remote Control window as well as from the Main Menu on the VA 2002 e Output simultaneously to both composite video and s Video e Preview a logo at a local composite video and or s Video monitor e Store up to 9 logos simultaneously in non volatile memory In addition the VA 2002 includes e A menu based control system using a front panel LCD window with push buttons for navigation and control e An RS232 port for logo selection control and transfer to the VA 2002 Your V
6. 3 Item 2 in Figure 1 22 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating via the V A 2002 Front Panel The name of the transferred logo appears in the Available Logos list in the Logo Info tab as Figure 24 illustrates 2 Remote Control Off Status Logo Info System Info Preferences Available Logos Becks SOt CS S Insert 1 Select Info Delete Del a EUROSPORT Figure 24 Logo Info Window After RS 232 Transfer 10 Operating via the VA 2002 Front Panel You can operate the VA 2002 via the following front panel buttons e An INSERT button to turn the logo On or Off e An ESC button to stop the execution of a command e An OK button to confirm a command e UP and DOWN buttons for moving up or down one step in the Main Menu 10 1 Identification and Status Screens After turning on the power on the VA 2002 the identification screen appears momentarily as follows VA 2002 C 2002 KRAME Figure 25 Identification Screen 1 To control logos see section 9 2 1 check information see section 9 2 2 as well as loading a logo from a floppy disk see section 10 2 2 1 23 Operating via the V A 2002 Front Panel After a few seconds the Status Screen appears indicating whether the logo is switched On or Off the name of the logo and if a video signal is present STATUS Kramer Figure 26 Status Screen 10 2 Accessing the Main Menu From the M
7. screen appears 5 Press the OK button and select the logo for deletion using the UP and DOWN buttons 6 Press the OK button and confirm the deletion choosing Yes using the UP and DOWN buttons The logo is deleted 10 2 2 3 Deleting all the Logos from the Main Menu To delete all the logos simultaneously 1 Follow steps 1 to 3 as outlined in section 10 2 2 2 2 Press he DOWN button 3 times The Edit Delete all logos screen appears 3 Press the OK button and confirm the deletion choosing Yes using the UP and DOWN buttons All the logos are deleted 10 2 2 4 Reviewing Information about the Logo from the Main Menu To review information about the size and memory of the logo 1 Follow steps 1 to 3 as outlined in section 10 2 2 2 2 Pressthe DOWN button The Edit Info screen appears 1 As follows Logo exists Replace Yes or No 2 As follows Please switch off the logo to continue 26 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating via the V A 2002 Front Panel 3 Pressthe OK button Information about the current logo appears its name size and memory To review information about a different logo select that logo using the UP and DOWN buttons 10 2 3 Checking System Information from the Main Menu From the System Info Main Menu you can verify the VA 2002 settings To check system info from the Main Menu 1 Press the OK button or the ESC button The Main Menu appears as Figure 27 illustrates 2
8. the environment is within the recommended range Operating temperature range 5 to 45 Deg Centigrade Operating humidity range 5 to 65 RHL non condensing Storage temperature range 20 to 70 Deg Centigrade Storage humidity range 5 to 95 RHL non condensing ZN CAUTION When installing on a 19 rack avoid hazards by taking care that 1 Itis 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 Once rack mounted enough air will still flow around the machine The machine is placed straight in the correct horizontal position 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 The machine is earthed grounded in a reliable way and is connected only to an electricity socket with grounding Pay particular attention to supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit for example the use of power strips and that you use only the power cord that is supplied with the machine To rack mount the machine 1 Attach both ear brackets to the machine To do
9. A 2002 is computer independent you only need a computer to create logos You can transfer a logo to the VA 2002 remotely via RS 232 or via a floppy disk To achieve the best performance e Connect only good quality connection cables thus avoiding interference deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching and elevated noise levels often associated with low quality cables e Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances and position your Kramer VA 2002 away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust 4 Your VA 2002 Multistandard Logo Generator Figure 1 Table 1 and Table 2 define the VA 2002 1 As the example in Figure 2 illustrates 2 Via your computer based drawing or graphics program 3 Your V A 2002 Multistandard Logo Generator Figure 1 VA 2002 Multistandard Logo Generator 4 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Your V A 2002 Multistandard Logo Generator Table 1 Front Panel VA 2002 Multistandard Logo Generator Features Feature Function 1 POWER Switch Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF 2 LCD Display Screen Displays relevant data default or the Main Menu when the OK button or the ESC button are pressed 3 A Moves up one step in the LCD display screen Button 4 Y Moves down one step in the LCD display screen Button 5 OK Button Press to confirm a command 6 ESC Button Press to s
10. Kramer Electronics Ltd l KRAMER USER MANUAL Model VA 2002 Multistandard Logo Generator Contents Contents 1 Introduction 2 Getting Started 2 1 Quick Start 3 Overview 4 Your VA 2002 Multistandard Logo Generator 5 Installing the VA 2002 on a Rack 6 Connecting the VA 2002 Multistandard Logo Generator 7 Installing the VA 2002 Software 8 Using the VA 2002 Logo Finalizer and Upload Program 8 1 Logo Graphics Characteristics and Limitations 8 2 Saving a Logo to a Floppy Disk 8 3 Adding Transparency to a Logo 8 4 Setting the Fade Speed 9 Using the VA 2002 Remote Control Program 9 1 Configuring the Remote Control Program 9 2 Controlling the VA 2002 from the Remote Control Program 9 2 1 Controlling Logos 9 22 Checking Information 9 3 Transferring a Logo via RS 232 10 Operating via the VA 2002 Front Panel 10 1 Identification and Status Screens 10 2 Accessing the Main Menu 10 2 1 Selecting a Logo from the Main Menu 10 2 2 Editing a Logo from the Main Menu 10 2 2 1 Loading a Logo from the Main Menu 10 2 2 2 Deleting a Logo from the Main Menu 10 2 2 3 Deleting all the Logos from the Main Menu 10 2 2 4 Reviewing Information about the Logo from the Main Menu 10 2 3 Checking System Information from the Main Menu 10 2 4 Setting the Preferences from the Main Menu 11 Technical Specifications NA W W R jp oo JG RU DN NNNNY Rh a ee OME t2 b2 p2 b2 2 P2 L2 b2 b2 NY DB JJOOOUU R R w W
11. Pressthe DOWN button twice The System Info Main Menu screen appears 3 Press the OK button The System Info serial number screen appears 4 Press the UP and DOWN buttons to access the screen with the system information that you require The system information screens display in the following order Serial number Operating system Number of logos stored in the non volatile memory u Total memory available Currently Used memory u Input source composite video or s Video u Video Standard PAL or NTSC Monitor out control or monitor Front panel lock On or Off 10 2 4 Setting the Preferences from the Main Menu To set the Preferences from the Main Menu 1 Press the OK button or the ESC button The Main Menu appears as Figure 27 illustrates 2 Pressthe DOWN button 3 times The Preferences Main Menu screen appears 3 Pressthe OK button The Preferences Video Input Signal screen appears 1 Press the ESC button to return to the Main Menu at any time 27 Technical Specifications 4 Press the UP and DOWN buttons to access the specific Preferences screen that you require The screens that display the Preferences appear in the following order Video input source select composite video or s Video Video standard select PAL or NTSC Monitor Out Configuration select to use as control or to use as monitor Lock to lock the front panel press the OK button twice to unlock the front pane
12. Screen 4 You can save the logo with the background screen as a VA 2002 Project file with the file name extension Ipj optional when saving a logo to a floppy disk 5 You can move the bitmap to a different location on the screen by dragging it with the mouse as the example in Figure 13 illustrates 1 For example if the Unnamed VA 2000 window illustrated in Figure 10 Figure 12 and Figure 13 was saved as a V A 2002 Project file named design the words design Ipj would appear in the Title bar 2 However to transfer a logo via RS 232 see section 9 3 that logo must be saved as part of a VA 2002 Project file 15 Using the VA 2002 Logo Finalizer and Upload Program Ready Loge ia ESA Cursor Figure 13 Solid Logo on the Center Right Side of the Screen 6 Add transparency to the logo if required as section 8 3 describes and select the fade speed if required as section 8 4 describes 7 From the File menu select the CreateLogoDisk command The Create Logo Disk dialog box appears as Figure 14 illustrates Create Logo Disk x 2 6 gt GM Please insert a Disk in the floppy drive and press Continue to copy the logo Cancel unnamed Figure 14 Create Logo Disk Dialog Box 16 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Using the VA 2002 Logo Finalizer and Upload Program 8 Overwrite the word unnamed by typing a new name in its place optional and insert a fl
13. ading a Logo from the Main Menu To load a logo that is transfer a new logo from a floppy disk 1 4 Press the OK button or the ESC button The Main Menu appears as Figure 27 illustrates Press the DOWN button once The Main Menu Edit logo screen appears as Figure 29 illustrates Figure 29 Main Menu Edit Logo Screen Press the OK button The Edit Load logo screen appears as Figure 30 illustrates EDIT Load Logo Figure 30 Edit Load Logo Screen Insert the floppy disk in the floppy drive and press the OK button The logo is copied from the floppy disk to the non volatile memory of the VA 2002 and the floppy drive LED lights momentarily 1 Item 8 on the front panel in Figure 1 25 Operating via the V A 2002 Front Panel Note that if the logo is already stored in the non volatile memory of the VA 2002 a message will appear offering to let you replace it If the logo is On and the INSERT button illuminates a message will appear prompting you to turn the logo Off by pressing the INSERT button 10 2 2 2 Deleting a Logo from the Main Menu To delete a logo 1 Press the OK button or the ESC button The Main Menu appears as Figure 27 illustrates 2 Press the DOWN button The Main Menu Edit logo screen appears as Figure 29 illustrates 3 Pressthe OK button The Edit Load logo screen appears as Figure 30 illustrates 4 Press the DOWN button twice The Edit Delete logo
14. 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 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 cons
15. ain Menu you can e Select a logo see section 10 2 1 e Edit a logo see section 10 2 2 e Check the System Information see section 10 2 3 e Set the Preferences see section 10 2 4 10 2 1 Selecting a Logo from the Main Menu To select a logo from the Main Menu 1 Press the OK button or the ESC button The Main Menu appears as Figure 27 illustrates MAIN M Select Logo Figure 27 Main Menu Select Logo Screen 2 Pressthe OK button The name of the currently selected logo appears with an asterisk before it as Figure 28 illustrates Figure 28 Select Logo Screen 1 Press the INSERT button to toggle between logo On and logo Off 2 When no video signal is present the message no input signal appears alternately with the name of the logo 3 Press the ESC button to return to the Main Menu at any time 24 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating via the V A 2002 Front Panel Press the UP and DOWN buttons if required to select the desired logo and then press the OK button A message appears momentarily confirming that the new settings are saved and then the Main Menu appears as illustrated in Figure 27 10 2 2 Editing a Logo from the Main Menu From the Edit Logo Main Menu you can 10 2 2 1 Load a logo see section 10 2 2 1 Delete a logo see section 10 2 2 2 Delete all logos see section 10 2 2 3 Review information about size and memory see section 10 2 2 4 Lo
16. ave 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 Quick Start This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps 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 Download up to date Kramer user manuals from our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 3 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 1 Getting Started Step 1 Prepare the Bitmap see section 5 Mount the machine in a rack or stick the 4 rubber feet to the underside Step 2 Connect the inputs and outputs see section 6 Connect the Connect the outputs inputs INPUT Connect the RS 232 port DEVELOP BITMAP INTO LOGO Use the VA 2002 Logo Finalizer and Upload program to O Load the Bitmap file see section 8 1 Set the position for the logo on screen see section 8 1 Set transparency optional see section 8 2 Set fade speed optional see section 8 3 Save a VA 2002 Project file with the LPJ extension
17. e saved as part of a VA 2002 Project file To transfer a logo via RS 232 using the VA 2002 Remote Control program do the following 1 Click the Logo Info tab as Figure 22 illustrates 1 Which has the same functionality as the INSERT button on the VA 2002 front panel item 7 in Figure 1 2 As well as verifying the operating system for example ver 2 0 and the serial number 21 Using the VA 2002 Remote Control Program 02 Remote Control Off Status Logo Info System Info Preferences r Available Logos Becks Insert Load Kamar Select Info Del Al Figure 22 Logo Info Window Before RS 232 Transfer 2 Click the Load button and then choose a V A 2002 Project file as Figure 23 illustrates Look in Im FPROJECTS X gaj eH 28 BECKS LPJ SBYVIDEOTEXT LPJ SB EUROSPORT LPJ WARNER LPJ EB KRAMER LPJ 8 MAXTOURS LPJ 23 MEISER LPJ FB VIDELCO LPJ File name EUROSPORT LPJ Files of type va 2002 Project Cancel Open as read only Figure 23 Selecting a Project File 3 Click open Progress bar messages appear simultaneously on both your PC monitor and on the LCD Display screen on the front panel of the VA 2002 Multistandard Logo Generator The logo is transferred to the non volatile memory of the VA 2002 Multistandard Logo Generator 1 The message Sending Logo is displayed 2 The message LOAD LOGO is displayed
18. el V A 2002 Multistandard Logo Generator Features 5 Table 3 VA 2002 Logo Finalizer and Upload Program Toolbar Buttons 12 Table 4 Technical Specifications of the V A 2002 Multistandard Logo Generator 28 ii KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Introduction 2 1 Introduction Welcome to Kramer Electronics since 1981 a world of unique creative and affordable solutions to the infinite 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 8 Groups which are clearly defined by function Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VA 2002 Multistandard Logo Generator which is ideal for the following typical applications e Video broadcast studios for logo insertion in on air broadcasting e Video production facilities for producer or client logo insertion e Points of sale shops security hospitals universities hotels CCTV and other applications which need source identification The package includes the following items e VA 2002 Multistandard Logo Generator e Power cord e VA 2002 CD ROM that includes two Windows based programs a Logo Finalizer and Upload program and a Remote Control program as well as a copy of this user manual f 2 e This user manual Getting Started We recommend that you e Unpack the equipment carefully and s
19. eo acceptor for example a display Connect the Y C 4p MONITOR connector to an s Video acceptor for example a display Connect the power cord not shown in Figure 2 If required connect a PC for use with the VA 2002 Remote Control program that lets you remotely transfer a logo to the VA 2002 via RS 232 as well as control certain functions and verify information as section 9 1 describes 1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VA 2002 After connecting your V A 2002 switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device 2 Use a flat cable that is one to one uncrossed connections without a null modem adapter to connect the RS 232 DB9 port on your PC to the RS 232F DB rear panel port on the VA 2002 3 That is turn a logo On or Off as well as delete a logo or all the logos simultaneously 4 That is memory size system information and version number Connecting the V A 2002 Multistandard Logo Generator S Video Source Composite Video Source gt RZY S Video Projector Composite Video Recorder Figure 2 Connecting the VA 2002 Multistandard Logo Generator 8 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Installing the V A 2002 Software 7 Installing the VA 2002 Software The VA 2002 CD ROM includes two Windows based programs a Logo Finalizer and Upload program and a Remote Control program as well as a copy of this user manual To insta
20. equential 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 commercial and light industry environment CFR 47 FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15 Radio frequency devices Subpart B Unintentional radiators CAUTION DO 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 EO Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine X Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components 29 KRAMER 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 Discon
21. l simultaneously press both the UP and DOWN buttons Upload Software to download an upgrade to Flash memory insert the floppy disk with the new operating system in the floppy disk drive and press the OK button Press the DOWN button and then the OK button again choosing Yes 11 Technical Specifications Table 4 includes the technical specifications Table 4 Technical Specifications of the VA 2002 Multistandard Logo Generator INPUTS 1 CV 1Vpp 750 1 YC Y 1Vpp 750 C 0 3Vpp 750 OUTPUTS 2 of each CV 1Vpp 75Q and YC Y 1Vpp 750 C 0 3Vpp 750 MAX OUTPUT LEVEL 1 Vpp 75Q CV or Y BANDWIDTH 3dB 5 5 MHz CV or Y DIFF GAIN 2 796 DIFF PHASE 0 6 deg K FACTOR 1 596 S N RATIO 63dB CONTROLS 5 front panel buttons RS 232 COUPLING AC POWER SOURCE 100 230 VAC 50 60 Hz 12VA max DIMENSIONS 19 inch W 8 6 inch D 1U H rack mountable WEIGHT 3 2 kg 7 1 lbs ACCESSORIES Power cord 1 Only available from the front panel and not from the Preferences tab of the VA 2002 Remote Control Window 2 Item 9 on the front panel in Figure 1 3 Specifications are subject to change without notice 28 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 LONG IS THE WARRANTY Labor and parts a
22. ll the VA 2002 software l Insertthe VA 2002 CD ROM in the CD ROM drive The splash screen appears as follows eee Video Logo Generator Please select Install Remove Software 4 View Documents KRAMER RAMER El Figure 3 VA 2002 Splash Screen 2 Click Install Remove Software The Welcome window appears E VA 2002 lt is strongly recommended to close all Window programs before continuing the setup process A welcome Choose Cancel to leave setup and close all Windows programs Choose Continue to continue the setup process Figure 4 Welcome Window 1 See section 8 for details 2 See section 9 for details 3 To uninstall click the VA 2002 Uninstall located at C WINDOWS Start Menu Programs VA 2002 and at the warning prompt confirm that you want to remove the programs 9 Installing the V A 2002 Software 3 Click Next The Target Directory window appears with C Program Files WV A 2002 selected as the default A Target directory Installation directory 42 Please choose a directory to install the data to d uf No older version found Available choices C Program FilesvA 2002 1 23 Uninstall Information S AUS 2 BIN y DOC C LOGOS CI PROJECTS H E Web Publish CJ Windows Media Player H E WindowsUpdate C WinZip zi r Available diskspace Currently 28GB Required space 3 17 MB lt Back se Cancel Figure 5 Ta
23. nect the unit from the power supply before opening servicing Caution 007 Q 5 00 a Institute of Quality amp Control Kramer Electronics Ltd Web site www kramerelectronics com E mail info kramerel com P N 2900 006017 REV 4
24. o sor Figure 10 Unnamed VA 2000 Window 2 From the Logo menu click the Load command and choose a bitmap file as Figure 11 illustrates 1 Located at CAWINDOWSIStart MenulProgramsiV A 20021V A2002 Finalizer 2 Located at C Program FilesW A 20021Bin 3 This background screen is the default background screen intended to emulate a television screen However you can select a different background screen or use your own by placing a bitmap file in the C Program Files VA 2002 Bin folder 4 The VA 2002 Logo Finalizer and Upload Program includes several sample bitmap files that are suitable for use as logos 14 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Using the VA 2002 Logo Finalizer and Upload Program auxs sie ga eris CKS BMP M VIDELCO BMP Mf EUROSPORT BMP MVIDELCO_TRANSP1 BMP Al KRAMER BMP MfVIDELCO TRANSP2 BMP Sf MAXTOURS BMP Mf VIDEOTEXT BMP Ri MEISER BMP Mf VIDEOTEXT TRANSP BMP W MEISER TRANSP BMP WARNER BMP Look in File name BECKS BMP Files of type Bitmap Files zl Cancel T Open as read only vA Figure 11 Selecting a Bitmap File 3 Click Open The Unnamed VA 2000 window appears with the selected logo in this example Becks bmp superimposed on the upper left side as Figure 12 illustrates Ele View Logo Trenspatency Help ojm al ale gt e Ready Togo 134 74 G0 20 Casa 506 332 Figure 12 Solid Logo on the Upper Left Side of the
25. onality resembles the design of the Main Menu of the VA 2002 20 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Using the VA 2002 Remote Control Program 9 2 Controlling the VA 2002 from the Remote Control Program You can control that is display hide or delete a logo and check relevant information as sections 9 2 1 and 9 2 2 describe respectively 9 2 1 Controlling Logos You can use the VA 2002 Remote Control program to do the following e Turn a logo On or Off by clicking the Insert button on the Status tab and or on the Logo Info tab e Delete a logo that is installed in the non volatile memory of the VA 2002 by clicking the Delete button on the Logo Info tab e Delete all the logos simultaneously that are installed in the non volatile memory of the VA 2002 by clicking the Del All button on the Logo Info tab 9 2 2 Checking Information You can use the VA 2002 Remote Control program to check e Information about the logo such as the size or memory by clicking the Info button on the Logo Info tab e System information such as the total memory available and the memory currently used by clicking the System Info tab 9 3 Transferring a Logo via RS 232 You can use the VA 2002 Remote Control program to transfer a logo via RS 232 instead of saving it on a floppy disk as section 8 2 describes and then inserting that floppy disk in the floppy disk drive of the VA 2002 but transfer via RS 232 requires that the logo b
26. oppy disk in the floppy disk drive on your computer and click Continue The logo is saved on the floppy disk with the file name logo Igo Since a logo is always saved with the identical file name and file name extension you can only save one logo on the same floppy disk at any time otherwise saving an additional logo would replace the previous one 9 Remove the floppy disk from the floppy disk drive on your computer and insert it in the floppy disk drive on the VA 2002 Follow the instructions outlined in section 10 2 2 1 that describe how to load a logo 8 3 Adding Transparency to a Logo Add transparency to an inserted logo to enable the viewer to see what is being broadcast behind that logo Generating a solid logo over part of the screen will block out that part of the viewing area For example compare the solid logo illustrated in Figure 13 with the transparent logo illustrated in Figure 15 Help Djela al 21 1 l Logo 134 74 81552 242 Cursor 365 282 Figure 15 Transparent Logo on the Center Right Side of the Screen To add transparency to a logo or part of a logo already inserted using the VA 2002 Logo Finalizer and Upload program do the following 1 From the Transparency menu select the Edit command The Set Transparency box appears as Figure 16 illustrates 1 The word design would appear automatically instead of unnamed if the Unnamed VA 2000 window was saved as design
27. re warranted for seven years from the date of the first customer purchase WHO IS PROTECTED Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty WHAT IS COVERED AND WHAT IS NOT COVERED Except as below this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product The following are not covered by the warranty T Any product which is not distributed by Kramer or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer If you are uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the web site www kramerelectronics com Ze Any product on which the serial number has been defaced modified or removed 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 Removal or installation of the product vi Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect vii Cartons equipment enclosures cables or accessories used in conjunction with the product WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR AND WHAT WE WILL NOT PAY FOR We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items We will not pay for the following 1 Removal or installations charges 2 Costs of initial technical
28. rget Directory Window 4 Click Next The Start Menu window appears as Figure 6 illustrates E Start Menu Start Menu 2 Please chose a start menu folder nat Setup will add program icons to the Start Menu folder named below Enter a new folder or pick one of the folders listed Click Continue to proceed with the setup process M Create Start Menu entries Program folder Available program folders Accessories ACD Systems CorelDRAW 8 Disabled Startup Items Gateway Utilities Microsoft Office Tools Norton Antivirus Corporate Edition StartUp WinZip Figure 6 Start Menu Window 1 You can choose a different location instead of C Program Files V A 2002 10 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Installing the V A 2002 Software 5 Click Next The data is copied to your system as Figure 7 illustrates and an installation complete window appears as Figure 8 illustrates A Installation Installation Data is copied to your system C Program Files VA 2002 PROJECTSSMEISER LPJ Figure 7 Installation Window 2 Installation complete Figure 8 Installation Complete 6 Click Finish A shortcut appears in the Start Menu Programs folder 11 Using the VA 2002 Logo Finalizer and Upload Program 8 Using the VA 2002 Logo Finalizer and Upload Program You can use the VA 2002 Logo Finalizer and Upload program to e Save a logo to a floppy disk
29. see section 8 2 e Add transparency to a logo see section 8 3 e Setthe Fade Speed see section 8 4 Table 3 defines the toolbar buttons Table 3 VA 2002 Logo Finalizer and Upload Program Toolbar Buttons This button Has this functionality Creates a new project Opens an existing project Saves the current project Displays the Create Logo Disk dialog box see Figure 14 Pje Zoom Buttons 5 pe e u Lo Displays the Set Transparency box see Figure 16 To transfer a logo via RS 232 see section 9 3 12 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Using the VA 2002 Logo Finalizer and Upload Program 8 1 Logo Graphics Characteristics and Limitations The logo can only be derived from a graphic that is in bitmap file format within the following limitations e The maximum total number of pixels in the graphic width multiplied by height should be 85 000 pixels e You can set the width of the graphic to a maximum of 686 pixels e You can set the height of the graphic to a maximum of 576 pixels e The maximum size of the bitmap file should be 250KB e The recommended color resolution should be 16 bit or better As long as the total value of pixels does not exceed 85 000 see Figure 9 you can choose any width up to 686 pixels or any height up to 576 pixels For example if the width of the graphic is 360 pixels the height should not exceed 236 pixels since 360 mul
30. 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 e In some models the front panel may feature built in rack ears e Detachable rack ears can be removed for desktop use e Always mount the machine in the rack before you attach any cables or connect the machine to the power e If you are using a Kramer rack adapter kit for a machine that is not 19 see the Rack Adapters user manual for installation instructions you can download it at http www kramerelectronics com KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting the V A 2002 Multistandard Logo Generator 6 Connecting the VA 2002 Multistandard Logo Generator To connect the VA 2002 Multistandard Logo Generator as the example in Figure 2 illustrates do the following 1 Connect a composite video source for example a composite video VCR to the CV BNC INPUT connector Connect an s Video source for example an s Video S VHS to the Y C 4p INPUT connector Connect the CV BNC OUTPUT connector to a composite video acceptor for example a composite video recorder Connect the Y C 4p OUTPUT connector to an s Video acceptor for example an s Video projector Connect the CV BNC MONITOR connector to a composite vid
31. tiplied by 236 equals 84 960 almost the 85 000 limit A width of 291 pixels and a height of 292 pixels is also applicable because when multiplied the result does not exceed the 85 000 pixel limit So when choosing the width to be 686 pixels you can set the height to be up to 123 pixels for the same reason 686 x 123 84 378 lt 85 000 Width Width x Height 85 000 Figure 9 Bitmap Graphic Pixel limitations 1 Convert a graphic that is in a non bitmap format to a bitmap file using a graphics program 2 You cannot use a graphic which has the maximum width and the maximum height simultaneously because it would be more than 85 000 pixels 3 When set to the maximum width at 686 pixels the height should be 123 pixels or less 4 When set to the maximum height at 576 pixels the width should be 147 pixels or less 5 True color resolution 24 or 32 bit is recommended 13 Using the VA 2002 Logo Finalizer and Upload Program 8 2 Saving a Logo to a Floppy Disk You can use the VA 2002 Logo Finalizer and Upload Program to save a logo on a floppy disk To save a logo to a floppy disk do the following 1 Start the VA 2002 Logo Finalizer and Upload program by clicking the appropriate shortcut in the Start menu s Programs folder or double clicking the VA2002 Finalizer EXE file The Unnamed VA 2000 window opens displaying a background screen as Figure 10 illustrates y Help EE n irse j
32. top the execution of a command T INSERT Button Press to turn the logo On or Off 8 Floppy Disk Drive Green LED Lights when reading data from a floppy disk 9 Floppy Disk Drive Insert a floppy disk in the floppy disk drive to transfer a logo Table 2 Rear Panel VA 2002 Multistandard Logo Generator Features L Feature Function 10 RS 232DB 9 Connector Connects to PC or Serial Controller 11 MONITOR CV BNC Connector Connects to the composite vide monitor 12 Y C 4p Connector Connects to the s Video monitor 13 OUTPUT CVBNC Connector Connects to the composite video acceptor 14 Y C 4p Connector Connects to the s Video acceptor 15 INPUT CV BNC Connector Connects to the composite video source 16 Y C 4p Connector Connects to the s Video source 17 Power Connector with FUSE AC connector enabling power supply to the unit 1 When displaying the logo the INSERT button illuminates after blinking momentarily 2 When previewing a logo at a local monitor composite video and or s Video the logo only appears at these MONITOR outputs and not at the OUTPUT connectors You can set the MONITOR outputs to function as an additional pair of OUTPUT connectors see section 9 1 5 Installing the V A 2002 on a Rack 5 Installing the VA 2002 on a Rack This section describes what to do before installing on a rack and how to rack mount Before Installing on a Rack How to Rack Mount Before installing on a rack be sure that
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