Kramer Electronics FC-5 User's Manual
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1. IK Translation List 181 x File Restart COMPort About COMMAND 1 COM1 RECEIVE gt COM2 TRANSMIT Ee Edit Remove E HERE Close Figure 4 Translation List Window Feature Function File menu New Creates a new blank file commands Opens or finds a Protocol file see Figure 5 Save Saves the changed command list to the current translation driver file Save As Saves the current file with a different file name or location Closes the application Not nse COM Port Displays the Port Selection window see Figure 3 New Button Displays the New Command window see Figure 6 Edit Button isplays the Edit Command window see Figure 7 Remove Button Displays the Remove Command prompt see Figure 8 Close Button Closes the Command Translation List window Assign Button Transmits the complete set to the COM ports of the FC 5 unit The data is assigned to the translation set according to the DIP switch setting at the time that the Assign button is pressed ros FC 5 Configuring the Kramer FC 5 Manager Software new 0 2 x Lookin 3 FCS x Ae E jaa Generic ptc a Generic4x4 ptc Generic8x8 ptc a Protoc1 ptc a Protoc2 ptc a RelayDryTest ptc a Sierra4x4 pte a P_Event ptc 7 My Computer ge E open File name iv My Network P Files of type Protocol Files ptc M Cancel Figure 5 New Open File Menu Command Dialog Box 5 2 1 Entering D2. button of the Kramer FC 5 Manager software application flashes and the STATUS LED of the FC 5 unit also flashes At the end of this process the following message appears Assigned Successfully FC 5 Configuring the Kramer FC 5 Manager Software 6 Using the FC 5 You can use your FC 5 to transmit commands via the e PC or remote controller see Section 6 1 Contact closure see Section 6 2 Relays see Section 6 3 Contact closure and relays see Section 6 4 6 1 Transmitting Commands via a PC or Remote Controller You can use your FC 5 to transmit commands via a PC or remote controller which sends user To PC or Remote Controller defined commands To the RS 232 port of a Kramer Switcher Figure 13 Transmitting Commands via a PC or Remote Controller Connect a PC or Remote Controller to the COM1 port and a controlled unit is connected to the COM2 port In this example the PC or Remote Controller transmits user defined commands to the Kramer switcher FC 5 Using the FC 5 6 2 Transmitting Commands via the Contact Closure You can use the FC 5 to transmit commands via the contact closure see also Section 6 4 To the RS 232 port of a Kramer Switcher ETTE 1234 6 789 10A1GND Figure 14 Transmitting Commands via the Contact closure The INPUTS contact closure remote control pins let you temporarily route an input to the output by momentarily attaching an input to
3. Caution No operator serviceable parts inside the unit Se o Warning Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall adapter that is provided with the unit Warning Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall before installing 21 Achieving the Best Performance To achieve the best performance e 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 e Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality e Position your Kramer FC 5 away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust 74 C 5 Getting Started Overview The FC 5 is a protocol translator designed to make an RS 232 controlled machine Kramer and non Kramer products compatible with other RS 232 based protocols By default the unit comes configured with two translation drivers includes a PC based software program for user configuration and has two relays and eleven contact closure control connections In particular the FC 5 By default comes configured with two translation drivers a Generic Switcher Protocol to Kramer s Protocol 2000 and the Sierra Video Systems SVS Protocol to Kramer s Protocol 2000 Can also be used as a programmable controller It features two relays for the simplified and centralized control of room functions such as ligh
4. Click Yes to the Remove prompt message see Figure 8 E shi File Restart COMPort About COMMAND 4 RECEIVE gt COM2 TRANSMIT COMMAND 5 COM1 RECEIVE gt COM2 TRANSMIT COMMAND 6 COM1 RECEIVE gt COM2 TRANSMIT New COMMAND 8 COM1 RECEIVE gt COM2 TRANSMIT COMMAND 5 COM1 RECEIVE gt RELAY 01 ON Edit COMMAND 6 COM1 RECEIVE gt RELAY 01 OFF gt PROT2000COMMAND COM1 RECEIVE gt COM TRANSMIT COMMAND 8 COM1 RECEIVE gt COM2 SM x A Remove selected Command Setting E Figure 8 Remove Command Prompt FC 5 Configuring the Kramer FC 5 Manager Software 5 3 Connecting a PC CONFIG Port This section describes how to connect a PC to the CONFIG port Figure 9 Connecting 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 10 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 10 Crossed Cable RS 232 Connection FC 5 Configuring the Kramer FC 5 Manager Software E 5 4 Hardware flow control is not required for this unit In the rare case where a controller requires hardware flo
5. 232 9 pin D sub connectors COM1 COM2 and CONFIG contact closure remote control PINS on terminal block connectors 2 x 3 pole RELAY on terminal block connectors 36V AC or DC 2A 60V AC maximum on non inductive load CONTROL LEDs STATUS and ON POWER SOURCE 12V DC 60mA 12cm x 7 15cm x 2 76cm 4 7 x 2 8 x 1 08 W D H 0 3kg 08715 approx ACCESSORIES Power supply mounting bracket Kramer s Windows based configuration software null modem connector OPTIONS RK 3T 19 rack adapter Specifications are subject to change without notice at http www kramerelectronics com 20 FC 5 Technical Specifications LIMITED WARRANTY We warrant this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms HOWLONGIS THE WARRANTY Labor and parts are warranted for seven years from the date of the first customer purchase WHOIS PROTECTED Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty 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 us 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
6. KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD USER MANUAL MODEL FC 5 Protocol Translator P N 2900 0001 48 Rev 3 FC 5 Quick Start Guide This page guides you through a basic installation and first time use of your FC 5 For more detailed information see the FC 5 User Manual You can download the latest manual at http www kramerelectronics com Step 1 Check what s in the box 2 FC 5 Protocol Translator 2 1 Quick Start sheet 1 Power supply 5V DC 1 User Manual 4 Rubber feet 1 Windows based 1 Null modem Kramer configuration software CD Step 2 Install the FC 5 Mount the machine in a rack using the RK 3T rack adapter or place on a table Step 3 Connect the inputs and outputs Retay 1 Retay Sempe 12V DC mm EO z eed Window Lighting Computer Kramer Connguraton Shades System Controller Switcher C Step 4 Connect the power Connect the 12V DC power adapter to the FC 5 and plug the adapter into the mains electricity Step 5 Configure the FC 5 1 Install the configuration software 2 Enter new commands or edit existing commands Step 6 Operate the FC 5 Transmit commands via a PC or remote controller e the relays s the contact closure e the contact closure and relays Contents 1 Introduction 2 Getting Started 2 1 Achieving the Best Performance 3 Overview 4 Your FC 5 Protocol Translator 5 Configuring the Kramer FC 5 Manager Software 5 1 Installing and Running the Kram
7. ame company address and a description of the problem s 3 For the name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center consult your authorized dealer LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES All implied warranties including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to the length of this warranty EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES The liability of Kramer for any effective products is limited to the repair or replacement of the product at our option Kramer shall not be liable for 1 Damage to other property caused by defects in this product damages based upon inconvenience loss of use of the product loss of time commercial loss or 2 Any other damages whether incidental consequential or otherwise Some countries may not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations 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 g
8. 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 Matrix Switchers 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 FC 5 Protocol Translator which is ideal for the following typical applications e Operating switchers with different RS 232 protocols e Controlling screens projectors lights security gates via the relays e Using contact closure switches to operate RS 232 controlled equipment 2 Getting Started We recommend that you e Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment e Review the contents of this user manual Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables 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
9. ata in the New Command Window Figure 6 defines the New Command window 7 New command x Configure the command data you want to translate rProperties NAME EOMMANDI3 EVENT com RECEIVE z Ua O Be x Gr SCII BEHE EENE BEE Em O I CICICICI O NENNEN 5 ICICI A ACTION com2 TRANSMIT i T m x 3 E SCII OOOO 0000 MM M M CMM M om M M M M M M M M Add Close Figure 6 New Command Window FC 5 Configuring the Kramer FC 5 Manager Software Feature Function Properties NAME Defines the new command NAME Field Automatically generates the text COMMAND x where x is the next number in the sequence Lets you type over alternative text of up to 17 characters or leave the field blank Properties EVENT Defines the new EVENT The drop down list box offers a choice of Field COM1 RECEIVE COM2 RECEIVE DRYCONTACT_01 to DRYCONTACT_11 Properties ACTION Defines the new ACTION The drop down list box offers a choice Field of COM1 TRANSMIT COM2 TRANSMIT RELAY_01 ON RELAY_02 ON RELAY_01 OFF RELAY_02 OFF Clear Button Removes the data that is entered in all the text boxes Add Button Adds all the data that is entered in the text boxes to that new command Close Button Closes the New Command window Note To enter invisible characters in ASCII mode such as ENTER place the cursor in that square and press the appropriate key on the keyboard 5 2 2 Editing Data in
10. ee switches to ON Program Mode using a screwdriver 2 Connect the 12V DC power adapter to the power socket and connect the adapter to the mains electricity 3 Open the JTG Sender application see Section 7 1 4 Connect the RS 232 9 pin D type CONFIG port to the null modem adapter and connect the null modem adapter with a 9 wire flat cable to the RS 232 9 pin D type COM port on your PC see Section 5 3 5 Follow the steps outlined in Section 7 3 7 3 Upgrading Firmware Follow these steps to upgrade the firmware 1 Double click the JTG Sender desktop icon The JTG Sender window appears see Figure 18 Port COM2 C COM3 C COM1 Send Stop Ext C COM4 D AFC 5_14_1p2 jtg m Figure 18 The JTG Sender Window 2 Select the required COM Port to which the Remote Control is connected on your PC 3 Press the File button to select the jtg firmware file included in the package 4 Click the Send button to download the file The Send button lights green 5 Wait until downloading is completed and the green Send button turns off 6 Disconnect the 12V DC power 7 On the underside see Figure 12 slide all three switches to OFF Normal Mode using a screwdriver 8 Connect the 12V DC power adapter to the power socket and connect the adapter to the mains electricity The FC 5 now functions with the upgraded firmware FC 5 Upgrading the FC 5 Firmware EN 8 Technical Specifications INTERFACE RS
11. eneric 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 E 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 IP Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine IP Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components FCC andCE approved using STP cable for twisted pair products FC 5 Technical Specifications 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 E mail info kramerel com SAFETY WARNING Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening and servicing
12. er FC 5 Manager Software 5 2 Using the Translation List Window 5 3 Connecting a PC CONFIG Port 5 4 Setting the DIP Switches 5 5 Assigning the Translation List Driver Commands 6 Using the FC 5 6 1 Transmitting Commands via a PC or Remote Controller 6 2 Transmitting Commands via the Contact closure 6 3 Transmitting Commands via the Relays 6 4 Transmitting Commands via the Contact closure and Relays 7 Upgrading the FC 5 Firmware TA Downloading from the Internet 7 2 Connecting the PC to the RS 232 CONFIG Port 7 3 Upgrading Firmware 8 Technical Specifications Figures Figure 1 FC 5 Protocol Translator Figure 2 FC 5 Underside Figure 3 Port Selection Window Figure 4 Translation List Window Figure 5 New Open File Menu Command Dialog Box Figure 6 New Command Window Figure 7 Edit Command Window Figure 8 Remove Command Prompt Figure 9 Connecting a PC Figure 10 Crossed Cable RS 232 Connection Figure 11 Straight Cable RS 232 Connection with a Null Modem Adapter Figure 12 Translation Set DIP Switches Figure 13 Transmitting Commands via a PC or Remote Controller Figure 14 Transmitting Commands via the Contact closure Figure 15 Transmitting Commands via the Relays Figure 16 Relay Pinout Figure 17 Transmitting Commands via the Contact closure and Relays Figure 18 The JTG Sender Window Introduction Welcome to Kramer Electronics Since 1981 Kramer Electronics has been providing a world of unique creative
13. ines the underside switches with the label removed which are designed to be used for firmware upgrade only An adhesive label Marked For Programming only Do not remove protects access to them Remove the label only when upgrading to new firmware see Section 7 FC 5 Your FC 5 Protocol Tra a Your FC 5 Protocol Tra Feature Function Switch Slide all 3 switches down to set to OFF Normal mode default Slide all 3 switches up to set to ON Program mode 5 Configuring the Kramer FC 5 Manager Software This section describes how to e Install and run the Kramer FC 5 Manager software see Section 5 1 e Use the Translation List window see Section 5 2 e Connect and assign the driver commands to the translation list see Sections 5 2 1 5 2 2 and 5 2 3 5 1 Installing and Running the Kramer FC 5 Manager Software To install the FC 5 Manager software 1 Insert the CD ROM in the CD ROM drive double click the FC 5 Manager icon The Port selection window appears Ok Cancel Figure 3 Port Selection Window 2 Choose the appropriate COM port for configuration via the serial cable and click OK The Translation List window see Figure 4 opens FC 5 Configuring the Kramer FC 5 Manager Software 5 2 Using the Translation List Window Figure 4 defines the Translation List window Double clicking COMMAND 1 opens the Edit command window see Section 5 2 2
14. removed or on which the WARRANTY VOID IF TAMPERED sticker 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 Removalorinstallation 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 WILLNOT PAY FOR We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items We will not pay for the following 1 Removalor 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 n
15. the Command Window Figure 7 defines the Edit Command window Edit Command x Configure the command data you want to translate rProperties NAME COMMANDI4 EVENT com RECEIVE 7 T EX C ASCII eaaa sO OOOOOCO 17000000 10000000 ACTION com2 TRANSMIT gt HEX C ASCII iHORBOBHE N BEE EEE EEE 0 8 8 6 TEETE E Ok Apply Figure 7 Edit Command Window e FC 5 Configuring the Kramer FC 5 Manager Software 5 2 3 Feature Function Properties Defines the command NAME NAME Field Lets you type over alternative text of up to 17 characters or leave the field blank Properties Defines the new EVENT Lets you change the selection via the EVENT Field drop down list box COM1 RECEIVE COM2 RECEIVE DRYCONTAGCT 01 to DRYCONTAGCT 11 Properties Defines the new ACTION Lets you change the selection via the ACTION Field drop down list box COM1 TRANSMIT COM2 TRANSMIT RELAY 01 ON RELAY 02 ON RELAY 01 OFF RELAY 02 OFF Clear Button Removes the data that is entered in all the text boxes Apply Button Saves any changes made Lets you continue to make changes in the Edit Command window OK Button Saves any changes made and closes the Edit Command window Close Button Closes the New Command window Erasing a Command from the Command Translation List Window To erase a command from the Command Translation List window select the relevant command and then click Remove
16. the GND Ground pin do not connect more than one PIN to the Ground PIN at the same time In this example INPUT 3 is routed to the output by temporarily attaching PIN 3 to PIN GND and a Kramer switcher is connected to the COM2 port FC 5 Using the FC 5 6 3 Transmitting Commands via the Relays You can use your FC 5 to transmit commands via the relays To PC or Remote Controller Blinds ni System Figure 15 Transmitting Commands via the Relays A PC or Remote Controller is connected to the COM1 port Relay 1 is connected to the blinds and relay 2 is connected to the lighting system On each 3 pole terminal block connector connect either C to NO or C to NC RELAY 1 RELAY 2 e L L e NOC NC NOC NC Figure 16 Relay Pinout G NO Normally Open that is the electricity is switched ON NC Normally Closed that is the electricity is switched OFF FC 5 Using the FC 5 6 4 FC 5 Using the FC 5 Transmitting Commands via the Contact Closure and Relays You can use your FC 5 to transmit commands via the contact closure to the relays and to a projector via RS 232 Projector A E TIHE 123456 gan eny y a 4 sl 227 Figure 17 Transmitting Commands via the Contact closure and Relays The INPUTS contact closure remote control pins let you switch commands
17. ting closing blinds and so on The two output relays have normally open NO and normally closed NC contacts Features connections for up to eleven remote contact closure switches to trigger RS 232 commands and or control the relays Includes an easy to use PC application program that lets you build translation tables for the FC 5 to define the association between codes for the COM ports relays and contact closures The FC 5 can be configured to work with up to four translation tables and each one can include up to 256 translation commands DIP switches are used to select between the translation tables Supports firmware upgrade 4 Your FC 5 Protocol Translator Figure 1 defines the FC 5 C 123456 789 10 11GND NOC NC NOC NC Figure 1 FC 5 Protocol Translator Feature Function INPUTS Contact Closure Remote Connects to a contact closure switch see Control PINs Section 6 2 RELAY 1 Terminal Block Connect to room items such as lighting 3 RELAY 2 Terminal Block screen settings blinds and so on The PINOUT is NO Normally Open C Common Voltage NC Normally Closed SETUP DIP switches Used to select translation drivers see Section 5 2 e COM opin Dype RS 232 por Connects to the Kramer or other device Fe CONFIG Spn D type por Connects tothe RS 282portona PG o STATUSLED Binks when transmitting commands Figure 2 def
18. to the relays and via RS 232 Relay 1 is connected to the blinds and relay 2 is connected to the lighting system see Section 6 3 for the Relay PINOUT INPUT contact closure remote control pins 1 to 4 are connected to switches 1 to 4 respectively In this particular example pressing e Switch button 1 turns on the projector e Switch button 2 turns off the projector e Switch button 3 toggles the blinds up down e Switch button 4 toggles the lights on off 7 Upgrading the FC 5 Firmware The FC 5 firmware is located in FLASH memory which lets you upgrade to the latest Kramer firmware version in minutes The process involves e Downloading from the Internet see Section 7 1 e Connecting the PC to the RS 232 CONFIG port see Section 7 2 e Upgrading Firmware see Section 7 3 7 1 Downloading from the Internet You can download the up to date file from the Internet To do so The files indicated in this section are given as an example only The actual file names can be modified 1 Go to our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com and download the file UTG_FC 5 zip from the Technical Support section 2 Extract the file JTG_FC 5 zip to a folder for example C Program Files Kramer Flash 3 Install the JTG Sender application 7 2 Connecting the PC to the RS 232 CONFIG Port Before installing the latest Kramer firmware version on an FC 5 do the following 1 On the underside see Figure 12 slide all thr
19. w control short pin 1 to 7 and 8 and pin 4 to 6 on the controller side Method B Figure 11 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 Figure 11 Straight Cable RS 232 Connection with a Null Modem Adapter Setting the DIP Switches Figure 12 defines the DIP switches which are used to select the translation drivers SETUP DIPs Set as follows Determines the settings of the translation set Figure 12 Translation Set DIP Switches Translation Translation oe Jael Set 1 Set 2 ie 3 S 4 Generic to Sierra Video Systems Kramer 2000 to Kramer 2000 default 2 FC 5 Configuring the Kramer FC 5 Manager Software 5 5 Assigning the Translation List Driver Commands Assign the configured translation list commands driver to the FC 5 The list is configured to the Translation Set selected by the DIP switches at the time of the download This process can take several minutes During the process the Assign
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