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1. 1080p 720p 720p 480i 480p 576i 576p 1280x800 60 R 1920x1200 60 1920x1080 60 1280x720 60 1080p 24 1280x800 60 1440x900 60 1440x900 60 R 1280x768 R 1680x1050 60 R 1366x768 60 1366x768 60 R 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 640x480 60 640x480 67 Mac13 640x480 72 640x480 75 640x480 85 720x400 70 720x400 85 800x600 56 800x600 60 800x600 72 800x600 75 800x600 85 PIP Input status 832x624 75 Mac16 1024x768 60 1024x768 70 1024x768 75 1024x768 75 Mac19 1024x768 85 1024x800 84 Sun 1152x864 75 1152x870 75 Mac21 1152x900 66 Sun 1152x900 76 Sun 725NA Communication Protocol 61 Communication Protocol of the VP 725NA E Control Type Parameter Description 3 1280x960 60 1280x960 85 1280x768 60 1280x1024 60 1280x1024 75 1280x1024 76 Sun 1280x1024 85 1400x1050 60 1400x1050 75 1600x1200 60 1680x1050 60 1080i 1080i 1080p 1080p 720p 720p 480i 480p 576i 576p 1280x800 60 R 1920x1200 60 1920x1080 60 1280x720 60 1080p 24 1280x800 60 1440x900 60 1440x900 60 R 1280x768 60 R 1680x1050 60 R 1366x768 60 1366x768 60 R Custom Custom2 Custom3 Custom4 No Input detected other NTSC PAL PAL M P
2. mee NA Cid VP 725NA Configuring and Controlling the VP 725NA Misc Lc Nro ee Screen Setting Function Defaut Function Default HDCP Define whether the HDCP follows the input or the output Follow Follow Setting Input Follow 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 regardless of the input Overscan Allows stretching of the outputted picture On Off Enabled only for HD input resolutions ps e Pel lel Mode Set Misc Output JiocLk 065 000 M d Enable Figure 24 Input Setup Screen Input Setup Screen Setting Function Range Default AT Pomaro 9M O HW Horizontal syne pulse wih s hs horizontal active start point Jas ha Horizontal active region 30M p Horzontalpolarty O Vr wsTad 89 Ww Vertical yno pulse with e Vs Veteaciesampon Js V Veteaciereson 79 we wepoady CT Gk owuteek O 8 Ems A Ee wy Press toappiysetings S E
3. up o vr Technical Specifications 51 Technical Specifications of the Component Input Signal Resolution Vertical Frequency z Notes C C me Hop J me mp b um me up p vme Emp o ve Technical Specifications of the RGBHV Comp YPbPr Output Signal Vertical Vertical Resolution Frequency Resolution SCC t Frequency Hz 640x480 1366x768 1400x1050 mme so 1400x1050 800x600 VESA 1600x1200 800x600 1600x1200 1920x1080 1024x768 60 VESA 1920x1200 1680x1050 1280x720 60 1280x768 50 1280x768 60 Pr VP 725NA Technical Specifications Technical Specifications of the HDMI DVI RGB Output Signal Resolution erica Remark Frequency Hz Vertical Resolution Frequency Hz eanaeo oo VESA 640x480 75 VESA 800x600 50 800x600 1024x768 60 VESA 1024x768 75 VESA 1280x720 azeoxree 60 vesa 1280x800 60 VESA 1280x1024 50 1280x1024 1280x1024 1366x768 1400x1050 50 1400x1050 60 VESA 1600x1200 1600x1200 1920x1080 1920x1200 60 VESA 1680x1050 60 VESA 1080i 720p 50 480p 60 1366x768 Technical Specifications 10 VP 725NA Communication Protocol Communication Confirmation Send CR Reply CR Set and Get command Set Command Y B Control Type Func
4. DVD player or A V receiver and video monitor such as a digital flat LCD plasma television DTV over a single lengthy cable SIMPLICITY 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 LENGTHY CABLE HDMI technology has been designed to use standard copper cable construction at up to 15m Supports standard enhanced high definition video and multi channel digital audio on a single cable MULTI CHANNEL DIGITAL AUDIO 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 e 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 quality via a single cable and user friendly connector HDMI provides the quality and functionality of a digital interface while also supporting uncompressed video formats in a simple cost effective manner Is backward compatible with DVI Digital Visual Interface Supports CEC 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 Has the capacity to support existing high definition video fo
5. Display i LCD Ho Satellite Display ecelver Figure 3 Connecting to the VP 725NA Presentation Switcher Scaler EI VP 725NA Connecting the VP 725NA Presentation Switcher Scaler 5 2 5 3 V P 7 25 NA The RGBS and RGsB Pinouts The following table defines the input progressive a display mode in which all the horizontal lines of an image are displayed in a single frame one field and interlaced a display mode in which a frame consists of two separate fields with the first field consisting of odd horizontal lines and the second field even horizontal lines RGBS and RGsB pinouts RGBS and RGsB Pinouts Input Color Space PINOUT VGA RGsB Red to PIN 1 Green sync to PIN 2 Blue to PIN 3 RGBS Red to PIN 1 Green to PIN 2 Blue to PIN 3 Hs H and V to PIN 13 YUV YPbPr Green sync to Y Blue to Pb Red to Pr Connecting to the VP 725NA via RS 232 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 Connecting the VP 725NA Presentati
6. 24 MIC In Volume 0 OSD ON disable 1 OSD ON enable To Enable Disable OSD ON Hot key PIP source select same as remote control key PIP Source 0 PIP source select 0 1 PIP source select 1 Communication Protocol of the VP 725NA E Control Type Parameter Description 0 1 25 for Get pee 1 1 16 for Get Command 2 1 9 for Get Command Hot key PIP size same as remote control key PIP Size Note For set function command parameter is ignored 3 1 4 for Get Command Hot key Master Audio same as remote control Keypad Master Audio of SELECT Hot key Scaler same as remote control Keypad Scaler of SELECT Hot key Audio Group same as remote control Keypad Audio Group of SELECT Hot key Video Group same as remote control Keypad Video Group of SELECT 10 Audio Level In 11 Audio Level Out Master Hot key Audio Level same as remote control Keypad Audio Level 12 Audio Level Note parameter must be in the range of 13 Audio Level 10 13 or it will have no effect 180 Hot key Override same as remote control Keypad Override Hot key Talk Over same as remote control o pes v VGA Group Output Volume Increase o tea NA VGA Group Output Volume Decrease o f tes na HDMI Group Output Volume Increase o eec v HDMI Group Output Volume Decrease o f pez NA COMP Group Output Volume Increase o es na COMP Group Output V
7. General You can get IP settings assigned automatically if your network supports this capabilly Otherwise you need to ask your network administrator for the appropriate IP settings Obtain an IP address automatically Use the following IP address IP address 192 168 1 2 Subnet mask 255 255 255 0 Default gateway Ibtain DNS server addre matically Use the following DNS server addresses Preferred DNS server Altemate DNS server Figure 7 Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties Window 6 Click OK VP 725NA Connecting the VP 725NA Presentation Switcher Scaler 5 4 2 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub Straight Through Cable You can connect the Ethernet port of the VP 725NA to the Ethernet port on a network hub or network router via a straight through cable with RJ 45 connectors 5 5 Connecting the Balanced Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input Output Figure 8 Figure 9 and Figure 10 illustrate how to wire a balanced unbalanced input and or output connection L L G R R L L G R R L L G R R Figure 8 Connecting a Figure 9 Connecting an Figure 10 Connecting an Balanced Stereo Audio Unbalanced Stereo Audio Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input Output Input Output EM VP 725NA Connecting the VP 725NA Presentation Switcher Scaler 6 Operating the VP 725NA Presentation Switcher Scaler The VP 725NA includes the following front panel b
8. 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 1 Electto 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 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
9. default IP Address of the VP 725NA during the initial configuration After connecting the Ethernet port configure your network card as follows 1 Right click the My Network Places icon on your desktop 2 Select Properties and right click Local Area Connection Properties VP 725NA Connecting the VP 725NA Presentation Switcher Scaler 3 Select Properties The Local Area Connection Properties window appears 4 Select Internet Protocol TCP IP and click the Properties Button see Figure 6 1 Local Area Connection Properties General Advanced Connect using E9 Intel R PRO 100 VE Network Conne This connection uses the following items IB Client for Microsoft Networks dl File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks dB QoS Packet Scheduler Vi F Intemet Protocol TCP IP Install Uninstall Properties Description Transmission Control Protocol Intemet Protocol The default wide area network protocol that provides communication across diverse interconnected networks Show icon in notification area when connected Notify me when this connection has limited or no connectivity Cad Figure 6 Local Area Connection Properties Window 5 Select Use the following IP Address and fill in the details as shown in Figure 7 This IP address is compatible with the factory default IP address of the unit Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties
10. 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 How to Obtain a Remedy under this 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 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 If this 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 repairthe product If itis decided that this product should be returned dire
11. or the selected video source on any graphic source even if the input signal is not connected In this case the PIP appears over a blank screen PIP Source GRAPHIC In this machine COMP is considered a graphic source even in the case where it is at video resolutions 1 Switcher S 6 5 Activate the PIP Feature by Pressing the PIP front panel button Switching on the PIP functionality via the OSD Menu see Section 7 1 e Pressing the PIP key on the remote control transmitter see Section 7 3 Toggle between the PIP and screen source by Pressing the SWAP key on the remote control transmitter see Section 7 3 Resize the PIP by Using the OSD menu see Section 7 1 Pressing the PIP Size key on the remote control transmitter see Section 7 3 Move the position of the PIP by Using the OSD menu see Section 7 1 Choose a new PIP source by Pressing the PIP Source button on the remote control transmitter followed by the button of the desired PIP input e Pressing and holding down the PIP front panel button and then pressing the button of the desired PIP input while the PIP button is still pressed Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel To prevent accidental changes to settings or unauthorized tampering with the front panel you can lock the front panel To lock the front panel press and hold the ENTER front panel button for about 3 seconds This does not apply to the ENTER key on the i
12. the USB source JPEG files on a USB memory stick up to a maximum size of 2048x1536 Selects one of the component video sources from 1 to 4 POWER Switch Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF POWER Switch i i IR Receiver LED Green when ON red when OFF E E a 0 Applicable to the Scaler outputs only 2 1 ENTER Button Moves to the next level in the OSD screen Press for about 3 seconds to lock unlock the front panel buttons 16 18 OSD ON Button Activates deactivates access to the OSD Menu The OSD ON front panel button is activated illuminated by default and pressing the MENU front panel button or the MENU key on the infrared remote control transmitter see Figure 29 displays the OSD Menu To prevent OSD display press the OSD ON front panel button or the OSD key The front panel button no longer illuminates and the front panel LCD now operates independently of the OSD when the OSD is OFF the LCD is still operational 19 LCD Status Display Displays the status I Front Panel video The VIDEO GROUP and AUDIO GROUP buttons set can be pressed simultaneously or independently the SCALER and the MASTER OUTPUT buttons set can be pressed simultaneously or independently Select the Scaler mode press an input button 1 of 21 to select the input to be scaled at the Feature Function 20 Override Routes the signal from the microphone to the Master output instead of from the Line whose signal is blocked Whe
13. the VP 725NA The PIP Screen Figure 17 defines the PIP screen On Off Figure 17 PIP Screen PIP Screen Setting Function Default On Off Activate deactivate the PIP feature On Off Off iul When PIP is activated and that input is not connected the PIP window appears black If the zoom function is ON the OSD prompts cancel zoom Type Select the PIP type Picture In Picture Picture Picture or Split Picture In pe Maintains the aspect ratio Picture PIP Source Select the PIP source See the table in Section 6 2 pr in dmg te PPsaza pede e 14 H Size Set custom size 1 to 255 14 o e a 1 V Size Set custom size 1 to 255 5 INE CCP Set the horizontal position of the PIP on the display 0 to 128 Set the vertical position of the PIP on the display 0 to 128 7 1 3 The Audio Screen Figure 18 defines the Audio screen Figure 18 Audio Screen Audio Screen Setting Functi Default Mic Control Set the microphone control mode All off Override Mix Talkover Bas Adwitebes40t40 OoOo i o Tebe Aduttewebed0t40 O 0 Balance Adustthebaans 251026 0 Delay Define the delay type Dynamic or User Define Dynamic DUM lojemienans attenuate ainda User Delay Available when selecting the User Defined delay 0 to 120 msec cn USB Audio Select the USB audio source to follow the USB signal No Audio Source VGA from 1 to 4 Comp from 1 to 4 YC from 1 to 4 CV fro
14. the balanced audio acceptor for s Video Connects the balanced audio acceptor for UXGA Connects to the balanced audio acceptor for component Connects to the balanced audio sources from 1 to 4 for composite Connects to the balanced audio sources from 1 to 4 for s Video Connector UXGA Connects to the balanced audio sources from 1 to 4 for UXGA COMP Connects to the balanced audio sources from 1 to 4 for component Rear Panel Feature Function i 1 E COND MIC DYN MIC Button Pushed in selects a dynamic microphone released selects a condenser microphone MIC IN XLR Connector Connects to the microphone UXGA IN 15 pin HD Connectors Connects to the UXGA analog interface graphics sources from 1 to 4 C jio i j2 2 3 1 A 2 oje o Connects to the s Video Y C sources from 1 to 4 Connects to the s Video Y C acceptor 2 COMP input ev Ri ajaja ojoj 0 2 2 2 G Y BNC Connector ppp Connect to the component video source or RGB source from 1 to 4 on OUTPUTBNC gp Connector HDMI Connector Connects to the HDMI acceptor UXGA 15 pin HD Connector Connects to the UXGA analog interface graphics acceptor BNC Connect to the component video or RGBHV acceptor SCALED OUPUTS B Pb 36 Power Connector with FUSE AC connector enabling power supply to the unit WIWIWILWI WI WINMINMININ NMI NMI No ajA WI M O O O lINI OD On AJ ow 4 Installi
15. 0x768x60Hz 1280x720x60Hz 1280x800x60Hz 1280x1024x50Hz 1280x1024x60Hz 1280x1024x75Hz 1366x768x50Hz 1366x768x60Hz 1400x1050x50Hz 1400x1050x60Hz 1600x1200x50Hz 1600x1200x60Hz 1680x1050x60Hz 1920x1080x60Hz 1920x1200x60Hz 480px60Hz 576px60Hz 720px50Hz 720px60Hz 1080ix50Hz 1080ix60Hz 1080px50Hz Any change in the resolution must be confirmed via the count down message that appears on the Screen 1080px60Hz 1080p 224Hz 480p 59 94Hz 720p 59 94Hz 1080i 259 94Hz 1080p 23 98Hz 1080p 29 97Hz 1080p 59 94Hz or one of 4 Custom resolutions If the Native HDMI is 1920x1080x60 the preferred mode is defined as 1920x1080x60 CEA 861 The embedded audio feature is not available for the RGB resolutions 1920x1200 and 1920x1080 It is available for 1080p If the custom resolution is set to be the same as the default resolution the scaler refers to the default resolution HDMI Type Set the HDMI type Auto HDMI DVI lauto sd ES VP 725NA Configuring and Controlling the VP 725NA Output Screen Setting Function Selection Range Default Aspect Ratio Set the aspect ratio Follow Output Best Fit The best possible compromise between the input and the output aspect ratios Letterbox Follow Output Scales the picture to fill the entire output screen When the input and output aspect ratios are the same the only available option will be Follow Output The HQV considers 16 10 for example WUXGA i e 1920x1200 a
16. 15 meters and is powered by two AAA size 1 5V DC batteries as defined in Figure 29 MIX TalkOver Over Ride Audio Level PIP PiPSize SWAP PIP Source CONO Autoimage OSD Picture Figure 29 Infrared Remote Control Transmitter VP 725NA Configuring and Controlling the VP 725NA Menu Key Function Pauses the output video Power Cycles power Toggles between a blank screen blue or black Blank Screen and the display Mutes the audio output MIX Routes the combined signals from the Mic and the Line to the Master output Routes the selected input to the output until an Talk Over Nie audio signal is detected on the microphone input Routes the signal from the microphone to the Over Ride Master output instead of from the Line whose signal is blocked QE illuminates turns off the PIP button Toggles the PIP size SWAP Toggles between the PIP content and the parent screen content Selects the PIP source PIP Source t Press the PIP Source key and then an input key Assesses the image and improves the quality Auto Image accordingly by automatically adjusting the phase frequency and position Activates deactivates access to the OSD Menu Opens the Picture menu Picture Opens the menu on the LCD display and if the OSD button illuminates opens the relevant OSD Menu Opens the Main menu Navigation Allows maneuvering within an OSD screen left Arrows right up and down as well
17. 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 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 VP 725NA Presentation Switcher Scaler which is ideal for the following typical applications Projection systems with full audio capability in conference rooms board rooms auditoriums hotels and churches e Any application in which high quality conversion and switching of multiple and different video signals to graphical data is required for projection and large display purposes with full audio capability 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 Us
18. A Firmware Revision 0 1400x1050x60 wp om 1 1680x1 050x60 Mode BRE E Mode 0 1280x1024x75 E UN 1 1280x1 024x76 Moas Set Mode 2 OSD Menu Position OSD Time Out hp Re EE O 0 Black 1 Blue Background 0 Off 0 Off SS pee 0 Blank amp Mute Blank Blank key function Mute Freeze amp Mute Freeze Freeze key function Mute 725NA Communication Protocol Communication Protocol of the VP 725NA EE pe ontroliiype Parameter Parameter Description ocon Freeze 1 On 0 Off i we Volume left button Volume right button enter o E o jo wa Picture 0 0 0 o hoo JNA Swap 0 Off bh foe nw O 0 Off o b be fo nw 0 640x480 6 640x480 Mac13 640x480 640x480 640x480 720x400 720x400 800x600 800x600 60 800x600 72 800x60075 800x600 85 832x62475 Mac16 1024x768 60 1024x768 70 1024x768 75 1024x768 75 Mac19 i Pain B Sun Main Input status 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 1080i 50 VP 725NA Communication Protocol Communication Protocol of the VP 725NA E Control Type Parameter Description 6 1080p
19. AL N NTSC 4 43 SECAM PAL 60 o pe IE Advance Input Mode HT VP 725NA Communication Protocol Communication Protocol of the VP 725NA Control Type ipti Control Type Parameter Description T RE 15 VT VA 1 Advance Input Mode VS Advance Input Mode VA 0 eia polarity E Positive polarity Advance Input Mode VP o bh tt 25 OCLK 165 Advance Input Mode OCLK Integer lo a fiie 25 lt 0cCLk lt 165 Advance Input Mode OCLK Decimal o ho m ar Advance Input Mode Enable e t fs wA Advance Input Mode Save 512 3071 Advance Output Mode HT he 32 HS 48 Advance Output Mode HW o h 80 HT HA 12 Advance Output Mode HS 640 1920 Advance Output Mode HA Advance Output Mode VA 1 Positive polarity o h o rio 2s lt oct lt 165 Advance Output Mode OCLK Decime o pia eoe Oupa Mode See 0 Eollow Output pf e eaaa foer 0 Custom1 1 136 Cues Advance Input Mode Custom Input Custom3 Custom4 rh Custom1 Custom2 1 137 Advance Output Mode Custom Output Custom3 Custom4 0 Off 0 Seamless b op om 1 Fast ERE ioi 0 Manual Pop e 1 Auto nun Bis ssi o 4 NA Slideshow Start o qu v w JsiesmwScp o 43 NA amp Slideshow Pause o a QNA Slideshow Next 1 1 0 o 4 va Slideshow Previous Slideshow 725NA Communication Protocol Communication Protocol of the VP 725NA E C
20. GROUP button is also illuminated the audio follows the video When selected this button illuminates 27 u 28 SCALED OUTPUTS The selected input button illuminates If the MASTER AUDIO button is also illuminated the audio follows the video 29 Master Press to select the Master Audio mode press an input button 1 of 20 to select the audio input to Audi Switch to the MASTER OUT terminal block connector The selected input button illuminates If the t Audio Press to select the Audio Group mode within each group select the audio input from 1 to 4 from Group each group for switching If the VIDEO GROUP button is also illuminated the audio follows the SELECTButtons lio SCALER button is also illuminated the audio follows the video VNSZ4 dA aAO MOIAL 290900920000200 AUDIO INPUTS cvi rd HOM O 00 00 0 M 0 0 0 0 0 AOE SF scaceo oureurs OOOO Sere S Figure 2 VP 725NA Presentation Switcher Scaler Rear Panel Rear Panel Feature AUDIO OUTPUT Terminal Block Connector AUDIO INPUT Terminal Block Function Connects to the balanced audio acceptor for composite Connects to
21. IN XLR connector and push in or release the Dyn Con switch as appropriate Connect the CV OUT BNC connector and the UXGA OUT 15 pin HD connector to the respective video inputs on the projector Connect the respective AUDIO OUTPUT terminal block connectors CV and UXGA to balanced audio acceptors for example audio amplifiers Connect the COMP OUTPUT BNC connectors G Y B Pb and R Pr to the respective component video inputs on the LCD monitor Connect up to three SCALED OUTPUTS as follows Connect the RGBHV connectors G Y B Pb R Pr H and V to the RGBHV acceptor for example a projector a Connect the HDMI connector to the HDMI acceptor for example an LCD display Connect the UXGA connector to the UXGA acceptor for example a monitor not illustrated in Figure 3 7 Connect the MASTER OUT terminal block connector to the balanced audio input on the audio amplifier and route the audio input corresponding to the converted video input to the MASTER OUT 8 Connect the power cord not illustrated in Figure 3 We recommend that you use only the power cord that is supplied with this machine 9 If required connect A PC see Section 5 3 The Ethernet port see Section 5 4 Audio connections are not shown DVD Player 1 e DVD Player 4 DVD Player 1 eee S RGB Graphics Camera DVD Player 4 LCD Display Projector e LCD
22. KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD USER MANUAL MODEL VP 725NA Presentation Switcher Scaler P N 2900 000739 Rev 4 VP 725NA Quick Start Guide This guide takes you through a basic installation and first time use of your VP 725NA For more detailed information see the VP 725NA user manual You can download the latest manual at http www kramerelectronics com Step 1 Check what s in the box Kf The 725NA Presentation Switcher Scaler F 2 C SFI2RVM cables A IR remote control transmitter with batteries Ef Null modem adapter 1 Set of rack ears A 4 Rubber feet A 1 Power cord Kf 1 Quick start guide A 1 User Manual Step 2 Install the VP 725NA Mount the machine in a rack or place on a table Step 3 Connect inputs and outputs da DVD Player 1 eee 3 DVD Player 4 DVD Player 1 wo Computer Graphics Source d RGB Camera B J ou oJ LCD DVD Player 4 Q Display Projector E 8 LCD LCD HDTV Satellite 7 Receiver Display Display Projector Step 4 Connect the power Connect AC power to the rear of the VP 725NA switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device p Step 5 Operate via the front panel buttons and the remote control transmitter Push the OSD button to access the menu and show the main menu screen on your display or projector i POWER L Cycles power Select the Audio Level using the VOL butto
23. P 725NA is in use both modes operate simultaneously as well as independently that is the Scaler output is available even when switching in the VIDEO GROUP mode and vice versa Understanding the Audio Features This section describes e Adjusting the audio level see Section 6 3 1 e Using the Microphone CONTROL Modes see Section 6 3 2 Adjusting the Audio Level You can set the audio level to determine the volume for each Group input and output as well as for the Master In Master Out and Mic In To adjust the group audio level via the front panel 1 Press the AUDIO GROUP button 2 Press the AUDIO LEVEL LINE button to adjust the group audio input level or press the AUDIO LEVEL OUT button to adjust the group audio output level An OSD audio level adjustment box appears on the screen Press the UP and DOWN buttons to scroll through the various groups 3 Press the and buttons to adjust the audio level Audio level within the group is adjusted for the selected input only When selecting a different input within the group that input updates automatically A Operating the VP 725NA Presentation Switcher Scaler To adjust Master Audio level via the front panel 1 Press the MASTER AUDIO button 2 Press the AUDIO LEVEL LINE button to adjust the master audio input level or press the AUDIO LEVEL OUT button to adjust the master audio output level An OSD audio level adjustment box appears on the screen Any selec
24. T mmm AUDIO Figure 12 Adjusting the Audio Input and Audio Output Levels VP 725NA Operating the VP 725NA P 6 3 2 Using the Microphone CONTROL Modes The MIC CONTROL section buttons include these Only one of the three buttons can be ON or all three buttons can be OFF pressing a button will select that button and turn OFF the previously selected button If the selected button is pressed it will turn it OFF e Override that blocks the input signal and enables the microphone input to be routed to the Master output When no MIC CONTROL button is selected the audio input is routed to the MASTER output ignoring the mic input Mix that sends the combined signals from the microphone and the line to the Master output e Talkover that routes the selected input to the output until an audio signal is detected on the microphone input When detected the selected input is faded out to be faded back in when no input is detected on the microphone 6 4 Understanding the PIP Feature The Picture in Picture inserter PIP see Section 7 1 2 is used to display video and graphic sources simultaneously It lets you display e Aninserted video source composite s Video PIP over a graphic source HDMI or UXGA or component e Aninserted graphic source PIP over a video source When selecting a PIP source the Presentation Switcher Scaler automatically recognizes and displays the selected graphic PIP source on any video source
25. TICULAR PURPOSE SHALL APPLY TO THIS PRODUCT AS PROVIDED UNDER APPICABLE LAW IF ANY PRODUCT TO WHICH THIS LIMITED WARRANTY APPLIES IS A CONSUMER PRODUCT UNDER THE MAGNUSON MOSS WARRANTY ACT 15 U S C A 82301 ET SEQ OR OTHER APPICABLE LAW THE FOREGOING DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES SHALL NOT APPLY TO YOU AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ON THIS PRODUCT INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR THE PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL APPLY AS PROVIDED UNDER APPLICABLE LAW Other Conditions This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from country to country or state to state This limited warranty is void if i the label bearing the serial number of this product has been removed or defaced ii the product is not distributed by Kramer Electronics or iii this product is not purchased from an authorized Kramer Electronics reseller If you are unsure whether a reseller is an authorized Kramer Electronics reseller 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 725NA VP 725NA Communication Protoc
26. and interlaced on BNC connectors 4 x VGA VGA through UXGA RGBS or RGsB on 15 pin HD connectors 4 x HDMI on HDMI connectors 16 x balanced stereo audio on terminal block connectors 4dBu nominal microphone on a female XLR connector GROUP 1x CV 1Vpp 75Q on a BNC connector OUTPUTS 1 x YC 1Vpp Y 0 3Vpp C 75Q on a 4 pin connector 1 x Component Y G Pb B Pr R on BNC connectors 1 x VGA VGA through UXGA on a 15 pin HD connector 1 x HDMI on an HDMI connector 5 x balanced stereo audio on terminal block connectors 4dBu nominal 1x UXGA a 15 pin HD connector 1 x RGBHV YPbPr on BNC connectors 1 x HDMI on an HDMI connector OUTPUT Native HDMI 640x480x60Hz 640x480x7 5Hz 800x600x50Hz 800x600x60Hz RESOLUTIONS 800x600x75Hz 1024x768x50Hz 1024x768x60Hz 1024x768x75Hz 1280x768x50Hz 1280x768x60Hz 1280x720x60Hz 1280x800x60Hz 1280x1024x50Hz 1280x1024x60Hz 1280x1024x75Hz 1366x768x50Hz 1366x768x60Hz 1400x1050x50Hz 1400x1050x60Hz 1600x1200x50Hz 1600x1200x60Hz 1680x1050x60Hz 1920x1080 60Hz 1920x1200 60Hz Reduced blanking 480px60Hz 576px60Hz 720px50Hz 720px60Hz 1080ix50Hz 1080i 60Hz 1080px50Hz 1080px60Hz 1080p 24Hz 480p 59 94Hz 720p 59 94Hz 1080i 59 94Hz 1080p 23 98Hz 1080p 29 97Hz 1080p 59 94Hz or one of 4 Custom resolutions If the Native HDMI is 1920x1080x60 the preferred mode is defined as 1920x1080x60 CEA 861 CONTROL Front panel buttons IR remote control RS 232 Ethernet with OSD and front pan
27. as the Enter arrow at the center Selects the USB source JPEG files on a USB USB memory stick YPbPr Selects the YPbPr COMP source from 1 to 4 8 Using Text Overlay The text overlay feature is accessed via the Application Program AP You can download the latest software from our Web site http www kramerelectronics com Running this AP with the PC connected to the VP 725NA 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 Figure 30 defines the Text Overlay Application Screen Text Overlay 2 0 v1 1 Parameter Setting Display Height 72 C36 Background Color Text Position V Position Transparency Top Off Sd Communication Interface e Connect TCP IP C RS 232 IP Address COM Port Baud Rate IP Search Current Status Disconnected Scrolling Mode Blank Time Sec Mode 2 E C Still Speed b s f Scrolling Send Text Message Welcome to Kramer Electronics Repeat g v HOffset Cente Y Figure 30 Text Overlay Application Screen Text Overlay 2 0 Start Stop Load Setting Save Setting 5NA Using Text Overlay Text Overlay Application Screen Feature Function Parameter Setting Area Text Color Dropdown Box Select the Text color Background Color Dropdown Box Set the text background color Tran
28. ctly 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 REMEDIES AND CONDITIONS WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW KRAMER ELECTRONICS SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IF KRAMER ELECTRONICS CANNOT LAWFULLY DISCLAIM OR EXCLUDE IMPLIED WARRANTIES UNDER APPLICABLE LAW THEN ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES COVERING THIS PRODUCT INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PAR
29. d set the slideshow speed via the slideshow feature To prepare a slideshow 1 Load the slideshow JPEG images to a USB memory stick The slides appear in alphabetical order JPEG files are recognized up to 2048x1536 2 Open the Setup menu and set the desired speed in the slideshow item and then close the menu 3 Connect the Memory stick to the USB connector on the front panel 4 Select the USB INPUT button on the front panel The slideshow begins at the set speed Before you run the slideshow you must set the slideshow parameters You can control the slide show by pressing the e FREEZE button to pause e USB button to play and stop the slideshow e Up button to go to the previous slide e Down button to go to the next slide 7 1 7 The Advanced Setup Screen Figure 22 to Figure 25 define the Advanced Setup screens Mode Set Figure 22 Advanced Setup Screen The Mode Set functions define the desired working resolution and refresh rate when the system cannot distinguish between similar resolutions and refresh rate values Mode Set Functions Setting Function Selection Range Default 1680x1050x60Hz 1280x1024x76Hz 1366x768x60Hz OSD Functions Setting Function Selection Range Default Menu Position Set the location of the OSD menu Center Top Left Top Right Top Right Bottom Left Bottom Right Time Out sec Set the OSD menu timeout 5 10 20 30 60 90 or Off VP 725NA Configuring and C
30. deo Groups Composite video s Video AUDIO SCALER MASTER GROUP m GROUP m AUDIO component video RGB or YPbPr SELECT HDMI and UXGA Audio only switch the audio signal of the video input from 1 to 4 to the output in each of the five Video Groups SCALER GROUP GROUP mm ge peT m AUDIO Video and Audio switch the video and audio signals of the input to the output in each of the five Video Groups VIDEO AUDIO SCALER MASTER GROUP GROUP ge ECT AUDIO Scaler Video only select one of the 21 video inputs to switch to the scaled outputs AUDIO SCALER MASTER GROUP GROUP me ge peT mm AUDIO Master Audio only select one of the 20 audio inputs to switch to the Master Audio output The USB connecter does not include an audio signal However you can assign an audio signal to the USB signal via the OSD menu AUDIO SCALER MASTER GROUP mm GROUP m c E ECT mm AUDIO Scaler Video and Master Audio select one of the 20 audio and video inputs to switch to the scaled outputs and Master Audio output GROUP Em GROUP m GE ECT m AUDIO VP 725NA Operating the VP 725NA Presentation Switcher Scaler 6 2 6 2 1 A Operating the VP 725NA Presentation Switcher Scaler Switching an Input to an Output This section describes how to switch an input to an output when the VP 725NA operates as five independent switchers see Section 6 2 1 and when it functions as a scaler see Section 6 2 2 To switch an input to a
31. e Kramer high performance high resolution cables Use only the power cord that is supplied with this machine Go to http Awww 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 e Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality Position your Kramer VP 725NA away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust 25 VP 725NA Getting Started Overview The VP 725NA is a presentation scaler switcher with multiple signal format sections and balanced stereo audio The unit has five independent 4x1 video sections composite s Video Y C component RGB computer graphics and HDMI plus a single USB input Each section can be operated as an individual switcher contained in one box It also scales any of the 21 inputs 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 In particular the VP 725NA features include Silicon Optix HQV Video Processing Hollywood Quality Video which represents th
32. e group Video Group Scaler VGA Group Select the VGA input From 1 to 4 In the Video Group operation mode Scaler Select the source to scale in the Scaler operation mode From VGA 1 to VGA 4 from HDMI 1 to HDMI 4 from COMP 1 to COMP 4 from YC 1 to YC 4 from CV 1 to CV 4 and USB Image Name Shows the file name that is displayed when the USB port is connected Supports JPEG format only The JPEG file should not exceed a resolution of 2048x1536 If the image file is not within the definition a blank screen appears and the machine displays the message File too big or File too small smaller than 320x240 Color Format Select the color format Auto RGB or YUV Al Video Select the video standard Auto NTSC PAL PAL M PAL N NTSC Standard 4 43 SECAM or PAL 60 H Position Set the horizontal position For UXGA and component video inputs Auto The range changes according to the input mode V Position Set the vertical position The range changes according to the input mode Frequency Adjust the frequency for the UXGA inputs The range changes according to the input mode Adjust the phase 0 to 31 jo Auto image Assesses the image and improves the quality accordingly by automatically adjusting the phase frequency and position Upon completion the relevant OSD values are updated Hpos Vpos Phase and Frequency VP 725NA Configuring and Controlling the VP 725NA 7 1 2 The Picture Screen Figure 15 defines the Pict
33. e 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 signals High quality 3 2 and 2 2 pull down de interlacing and full up and down scaling of computer graphics video input signals Accommodates the frame rate of a converted movie 24 frames per second to video frequencies 25 frames per second PAL 30 frames per second NTSC HDTV Compatibility and HDCP compliance The HDCP High Definition Content Protection license agreement allows copy protected data on the HDMI input to pass to the HDMI output only Fade Thru Black FTB Switching The video fades to black and then the new input fades from black for smooth glitch free switching The output signal provides constant sync so the display never glitches 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 see Section 6 4 Multi Formats Auto NTSC 3 58 4 43 PAL M N 60 and SECAM Scaled computer amp HDTV outputs A single output signal in three formats 15 pin HD RGBHV and HDMI simultaneously HDTV output resolutions 720p 1080i and 1080p A USB port on the front panel for reading and d
34. e the output resolution can support the vertical refresh rate of the input the output refresh rate changes according to the input refresh rate Auto Image Automatically adjust and align the picture each time one of the UXGA inputs is selected or if the UXGA input resolution has changed Manual Auto Switching Select seamless switching fade through Black or fast switching Seamle Mode which is faster but may cause glitches on the output applies only when switching between analog inputs Seamless Fast Factory Reset Reset your VP 725NA to its preset default settings Confirm Yes No Advanced Open the advanced setups see Figure 22 Mode Set OSD Misc Setup Input Output see Section 7 1 7 EDID writing protection On Off When an EDID file update is required set the EDID protection to OFF 7 1 6 Setup Screen Setting Function Default HDMI Switch Set to DVD Normal or PC Bypass Normal Bypass Normal Behavior When an EDID file update is required set the EDID protection to OFF HDMI Group Set to On or Off Output Set to On to enable the HDMI group or to Off to disable the HDMI HDMI Input Set to On or Off for each HDMI input ON 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 ON group The Slideshow Feature The VP 725NA lets you run a slideshow via the USB input an
35. el LCD ADDITIONAL Freeze zoom different selectable vertical refresh rates output image CONTROLS scaling Picture In Picture aspect ratio change Geometry settings text overlay and so on POWER 100 240V AC 50 60Hz 38VA SOURCE DIMENSIONS 19 x 9 3 x 3U W D H rack mountable WEIGHT 5 5kg 12 2lbs approx ACCESSORIES IR remote control power cord rack ears null modem adaptor control application programs via RS 232 PC and via Ethernet i Phone and PC Specifications are subject to change without notice For the most up to date resolution list go to our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com VP 725NA Technical Specifications Technical Specifications of the RGBHV RGBS PC RGsB PC Input Signal Resolution Vertical Resolution Vertical Frequency Notes Frequency Hz 640x480 4805 60 __ _ VESA_ 1759x070 1152x900 1152x900 1280x720 1280x800 1280x960 1280x960 1280x768 1280x1024 1280x1024 1280x1024 1280x1024 1366x768 1440x900 1400x1050 1400x1050 1600x1200 1680x1050 1920x1080 1152x864 1920x1200 Technical Specifications of the Y C Video Signal Standard NTSC NTSC4 43 PAL PAL M PAL N SECAM PAL 60 Technical Specifications of the HDMI Input Signal for RGB or YUV Colorspace Resolution Vertical Frequency ie Notes e po vr Hop o dvPr mp jo er ua po er
36. en Move the location of each corner of the display separately horizontally and vertically 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 For projection onto curved surfaces Rotation Rotate the display clockwise or counterclockwise in 1 increments 180 to 180 Reset all Resets the geometry settings to their default values Available settings for each application are listed here Application Available Settings 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 725NA Configuring and Controlling the 7 1 5 The Setup Screen Figure 21 defines the Setup screen eA 1D ee eK To Input Picture Output PIP Audio Geometry Info HDMI Group Output Figure 21 Setup Screen Setup Screen Setting Function Default Save a profile From Profile 1 to Profile 8 Recall a profile From Profile 1 to Profile 8 Slideshow Set speed for slide show see Section 7 1 6 Min Low Mid Long Off Max Off Frame Lock Locks the vertical refresh rate of the output to that of the input Off On Off Note that seamless switching is not possible when working in the Frame Lock mode unless all sources are frame synchronized In cases wher
37. figuring and Controlling VP 725NA Mode Set OSD Misc Input Figure 25 Output Setup Screen Output Functions Setting Function Default C ww vetessmepusew h 8 we wkepoady Amy Press to appiythosetings Set Current Import the values of the currently selected output N A resolution into the User Mode Setting VP 725NA Configuring and Controlling the VP 725NA Figure 26 illustrates horizontal and vertical sync pulse width timing and active video area for a typical frame of video ACTIVE VIDEO ERE n i l HA I I i I 1 1 i E i l i 1 Figure 26 Active Video Functions 7 1 8 The Info Screen From the Information screen see Figure 27 you can verify the scaler source the master audio source the PIP source the video group source the output resolution the SYNC mode Frame lock or Free run as well as the firmware version number and the audio board firmware version for example 1 2 Figure 27 Information Screen VP 725NA Configuring and Controlling the VP 725NA 7 2 Operating via the LCD Display You can control the VP 725NA from the front panel high contrast LCD Display You can operate the VP 725NA via the LCD Display using the Front panel OSD buttons MENU ENTER UP and DOWN e Infrared remote control transmitter see Section 7 3 keys MENU and the navigatio
38. he Ethernet see Section 7 3 7 1 Configuring the VP 725NA via the OSD MENU Screens The OSD superimposes a menu on the screen from which you can configure and control each input signal on your VP 725NA using the MENU ENTER UP and DOWN OSD buttons on the front panel and the remote transmitter To use the OSD menus 1 Select the desired input signal 2 Use the menu buttons as follows z To display the main MENU screen with eight interactive icons see Figure 13 press the MENU button on the front panel or the MENU key on the infrared remote control transmitter see Section 7 3 Each icon represents a Level 1 function In addition to Level 1 the OSD structure includes Level 2 a subset of level 1 Level 3 a subset of level 2 and a numerical range Tomove to the previous level in the OSD screen Esc press the MENU button on the front panel or the MENU key on the infrared remote control transmitter To select menu icons press the and buttons and then press ENTER Toincrease and decrease the numerical rate use and buttons respectively DO Ime o E lo AP IN Input Output udio Geometry Setup Info Figure 13 MENU Items VP 725NA Configuring and Controlling the VP 725NA 7 1 1 The Input Screen Figure 14 defines the Input screen AO E Le ex To Picture Output PIP Audio Geometry Setup Info Figure 14 Input Screen Input Screen Setting Function Default Select th
39. i Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your VP 725NA After connecting your VP 725NA connect its power and then switch on the power to each device 1 Connect one or more of the following video sources Up to four UXGA graphics sources for example computers to the 15 pin HD input connectors These connectors also accept interlaced and progressive RGBS and RGsB signals see Section 5 2 Up to four composite video sources for example DVD players to the BNC input connectors Upto four s Video sources to the 4 pin input connectors not illustrated in Figure 3 Up to four component video sometimes called YUV or Y B Y R Y or Y Pb Cb Pr Cr sources or four RGB sources to the four sets of 3 BNC connectors G Y B Pb and R Pr For example an HDTV satellite receiver to COMP IN 1 and an RGB camera connected to COMP IN 4 Up to four HDMI sources for example DVD players to the HDMI connectors Connect one or more of the following balanced stereo audio sources not illustrated in Figure 3 UXGA sources 1 to 4 to the UXGA AUDIO INPUT terminal block connectors from 1 to 4 CV sources 1 to 4 to the CV AUDIO INPUT terminal block connectors from 1 to 4 s Video sources 1 to 4 to the YC AUDIO INPUT terminal block connectors from 1 to 4 Component video RGB sources 1 to 4 to the COMP AUDIO INPUT terminal block connectors from 1 to 4 Connect a microphone to the Mic
40. ied with the machine VP 725NA 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 5 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 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 available from our Web site 5 1 Connecting the VP 725NA Presentation Switcher Scaler This section describes how to connect the VP 725NA In particular how to connect the e VP 725NA rear panel see Section 5 1 e Interlaced and progressive RGBS and RGsB inputs see Section 5 2 e PC see Section 5 3 Ethernet port see Section 5 4 e Audio inputs outputs see Section 5 5 Using the VP 725NA you can select any one of the 21 inputs and scale that input to up to three scaled outputs at the identical resolution Connecting the VP 725NA To connect the VP 725NA connect the following to the rear panel as the example in Figure 3 illustrates
41. isplaying JPEG picture files Multiple color space RGB or YUV output Embedded audio on the HDMI inputs and outputs The embedded audio feature is not available for the RGB resolutions 1920x1200 and 1920x1080 It is available for 1080p HDMI channel support of up to 2 25Gbps bandwidth per graphic channel Suitable for resolutions up to UXGA at 60Hz and for all HD resolutions Projector Anywhere technology horizontal amp vertical geometry controls that compensate for off axis projector placement A wide choice of computer graphics output resolutions up to WUXGA 1080p plus user definable custom output resolutions with selectable refresh rates Recommended for advanced users only non standard settings may not be recognized by the display device Multiple aspect ratio selections standard letterbox follow output virtual wide follow input and user definable settings Six possible operation modes via the Video Group the Audio Group the Scaler and the Master Audio buttons These modes function simultaneously and independently letting you switch the audio and video signals separately breakaway mode or in the audio follow video mode VIDEO GROUP selects the video input from each group CV YC COMP UXGA HDMI for switching to its local group output AUDIO GROUP selects the audio input from each group for switching SCALER MODE converts the selected input one of 21 to the SCALED OUTPUTS MASTER AUDIO MODE ro
42. low 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 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 725NA 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 725NA 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 725NA Configuring and Controlling the VP 725NA 7 1 2 VP 725NA Configuring and Controlling
43. m 1 to 4 Audio Level Adjust the audio input and output gains for each group abbreviated as Grp in the OSD see Figure 19 VGA Grp In VGA Grp Out HDMI Grp In HDMI Grp Out Comp Grp In Comp Grp Out YC Grp In YC Grp Out CV Grp In CV Grp Out Master In Master Out Mic In The audio level range for the Master Out and for the Mic In is from 100 to 24 for the Master In and group inputs and outputs it is from 30 to 10 VP 725NA Configuring and Controlling the VP 725 Audio Figure 19 Audio Level Screen VP 725NA Configuring and Controlling the VP 725NA 7 1 4 The Geometry Screen Figure 20 defines the Geometry screen allowing the user flexibility in positioning his projector relative to the screening surface IIO IE EA SO Input Picture Output Audio Setup Info Horizontal Keystone S Vertical Keystone m Diagonal Projection 3 Pincushion Barrel p Rotation 0 _ fe Reset all Figure 20 Geometry Screen Geometry Screen Setting Function Default Application Select the output application Keystone Anyplace or Keystone Rotation Location Select the location of the display Front Ceiling Rear or Rear ceiling Horizontal Adjust the horizontal keystone 40 to 40 Keystone 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 If the projector is located at an angle above or below the scre
44. mitter Using Text Overlay Technical Specifications VP 725NA Communication Protocol Error Codes NNOOWOND Figures Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4 Figure 5 Figure 6 Figure 7 Figure 8 Figure 9 VP 725NA Presentation Switcher Scaler Front Panel VP 725NA Presentation Switcher Scaler Rear Panel Connecting to the VP 725NA Presentation Switcher Scaler Crossed Cable RS 232 Connection Straight Cable RS 232 Connection with a Null Modem Adapter Local Area Connection Properties Window Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties Window Connecting a Balanced Stereo Audio Input Output Connecting an Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input Figure 10 Connecting an Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output Figure 11 Connecting an Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output Figure 12 Adjusting the Audio Input and Audio Output Levels Figure 13 MENU Items Figure 14 Input Screen Figure 15 Picture Screen Figure 16 Output Screen Figure 17 PIP Screen Figure 18 Audio Screen Figure 19 Audio Level Screen Figure 20 Figure 21 Figure 22 Figure 23 Figure 24 Geometry Screen Setup Screen Advanced Setup Screen Misc Setup Screen Input Setup Screen Figure 25 Output Setup Screen Figure 26 Figure 27 Figure 28 Figure 29 Figure 30 Active Video Functions Information Screen Example of How to Use the LCD Display Infrared Remote Control Transmitter Text Overlay Application Screen Introduction Welcome to Kramer Electronics Since
45. n keys For example to set the Keystone to 6 via the LCD Display using the front panel buttons do the following To keep the picture rectangular Figure 28 illustrates how to adjust the Keystone via the OSD Menu 1 Turn the VP 725NA unit ON and press the OSD ON button if selected to deselect it 2 Press the appropriate front panel OSD buttons as defined in Figure 28 Main Menu Geometry Geometry Application Application Keystone Adj usting the Horizontal Keystone Geometry Horizontal Keystone Horizontal Keystone To set the horizontal keystone press the following Horizontal Keystone 0 6 1 MENU 2 RIGHT five times 3 ENTER 4 Select Application 5 ENTER 6 Select Horizontal Keystone 7 ENTER 8 Press or buttons to setto 6 Figure 28 Example of How to Use the LCD Display 7 3 Operating via ETHERNET Serial Port To control your VP 725NA via the Ethernet Serial Port Connect the ETHERNET port of the VP 725NA to the Ethernet port of your PC or connect the serial port of your VP 725NA to the serial port of your PC see Section 5 3 Download the Ethernet Application from our Web site on http www kramerelectronics com Install and configure the Ethernet Application VP 725NA Configuring and Controlling the VP 725NA 7 4 Operating via the Infrared Remote Control Transmitter You can control the VP 725NA remotely from the infrared remote control transmitter that has a range of up to
46. n no MIC CONTROL button is selected the audio input is routed to the MASTER output ignoring the Mic input 21 MIC CONTROL Mix Routes the combined signals from the Mic and the Line to the Master output Button Only one of the group buttons can be ON or all buttons can be OFF pressing a button will select that button and turn OFF the previously selected button If the selected button is pressed it will turn it OFF 22 Talkover Routes the selected input to the output until an audio signal is detected on the microphone input When this happens the selected input is faded out to be faded back in when no input is detected on the microphone 23 Line Press this button and adjust the audio level using the buttons see Section 6 3 1 The level is displayed in the LCD Display and OSD 24 AUDIO LEVEL Mic Only one of the group buttons can be ON or all buttons can be OFF pressing a button will select that Button button and turn OFF the previously selected button If the selected button is pressed it will turn it OFF 25 Oui Selecting OUT when the Audio Group button illuminates lets you select the group scrolling through CV YC VGA Component and DVI displaying the selection on the LCD and OSD when appropriate using the UP and DOWN buttons 26 Video Select the Video Group operation mode within each group select which input from 1 to 4 to Group Switch to the output The selected input button within each group is illuminated If the AUDIO
47. n output you have to first select the operating mode via the SELECT button and then select the desired inputs via the INPUT SELECTOR buttons Switching the VP 725NA as Five Independent Switchers When operating the VP 725NA as five independent switchers the selected input in each group is switched to the output of that group To operate the VP 725NA as five independent video switchers Alternatively press the AUDIO GROUP button to switch the audio signal only 1 Press the VIDEO GROUP button Only the VIDEO GROUP button illuminates 2 Press an input button to switch to the output for each of the five independent Switchers For example in the UXGA group press INPUT 1 HDMI group press INPUT 1 The HDMI Group Output is momentarily lost during switch transitions in the unit CV group press INPUT 2 YC group press INPUT 3 COMP group press INPUT 4 To operate the VP 725NA as five independent audio video switchers 1 Press both the VIDEO GROUP and the AUDIO GROUP buttons Both buttons illuminate 2 Press an input button to switch to the output for each of the five independent Switchers The Audio follows the video 6 2 2 6 3 6 3 1 Switching the VP 725NA as a Scaler To operate the VP 725NA as a scaler press the SCALER button it illuminates and then switch one of the 21 inputs to the scaled video outputs If you also press the MASTER AUDIO button the audio follows the scaled video output When the V
48. nd 16 9 resolutions to be the same in this regard Virtual Wide Follow Input Shows the picture without scaling it pixel to pixel mapping Custom H Pan Horizontal pan 16 to 16 ee Available when selecting Custom aspect ratio a V Pan Vertical pan 16 to 16 LEE Available when selecting Custom aspect ratio EE H Zoom Horizontal zoom 8 to 8 pee Available when selecting Custom aspect ratio V Zoom Vertical zoom 8 to 8 pec Available when selecting Custom aspect ratio Zoom Set the Zoom 100 150 200 225 250 100 275 300 325 350 375 400 Custom Available when selecting Custom aspect ratio The zoom feature is disabled in cases such as when the aspect ratio is set to custom or when the PIP feature is on Custom Zoom Set the Zoom From 0 to 32 this range is equivalent to 100 to 400 The zoom feature is disabled when the aspect ratio is set to custom or when the PIP feature is on Zoom H Pan 16 to 16 Not available if the zoom is set to 100 Zoom V Pan 16 to 16 Not available if the zoom is set to 100 HQV Color Color saturation Adjust RGB and CMY Cyan Setting Magenta and Yellow individually 100 to 100 VP 725NA Configuring and Controlling the VP 725NA 7 1 1 Selecting the Correct Aspect Ratio You can configure the aspect ratio of any output image to fit your application The VP 725NA offers six different aspect ratio settings Best Fit Letterbox Follow Output Virtual Wide Fol
49. nfrared remote control transmitter The front panel buttons lock except for the ENTER button on the front panel Operation via the infrared remote transmitter or RS 232 serial commands remote controller or PC and or ETHERNET is still available The LCD displays Keypad Lock On To unlock the front panel buttons releasing the protection mechanism press and hold the ENTER front panel button for about 3 seconds Operating the VP 725NA Presentation Switcher Scaler 6 6 6 7 Freezing the Image To freeze the image press the Freeze key on the infrared remote control transmitter see Figure 29 or the FREEZE front panel button The image freezes and the FREEZE front panel button illuminates The LCD displays Freeze You can define the function of the FREEZE button freeze and mute freeze or mute via the OSD menu Displaying a Blank Screen To display a blank screen press the Blank key on the infrared remote control transmitter see Figure 29 You can set the blank color to blue or black and also define the function of the Blank key via the OSD menu blank and mute blank or mute A Operating the VP 725NA Presentation Switcher Sca er 7 Configuring and Controlling the VP 725NA This section describes how to configure and control the VP 725NA via the e OSD menu see Section 7 1 e LCD display see Section 7 2 Infrared remote control transmitter see Section 7 4 You can also control the VP 725NA via t
50. ng 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 Pto 55 C 32 to 131 F STORAGE TEMPERATURE 45 to 72 C 49 to 162 F HUMIDITY 10 to 90 RHL non condensing 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 2 Once rack mounted enough air will still flow around the machine 3 The machine is placed straight in the correct horizontal position 4 You do not overload the circuit s When connecting the machine to the supply circuit overloading the circuits might have a detrimental effect on overcurrent protection and supply wiring Refer to the appropriate nameplate ratings for information For example for fuse replacement see the value printed on the product label 5 The machine is earthed grounded in a reliable way and is connected only to an electricity socket with grounding Pay particular attention to situations where electricity is supplied indirectly when the power cord is not plugged directly into the socket in the wall for example when using an extension cable or a power strip and that you use only the power cord that is suppl
51. ns below Select the microphone control mode Select the operation mode E Press the MENU button to access the Oo N E C menu and show the main OSD menu um The arrow buttons and ENTER button O let you navigate within the OSD menu The VOL buttons set the audio level Press to select an input on each of the switchers Press one of the 21 inputs to the scaled outputs Step 6 Configure and operate the OSD menu teh ID Ime e x To Picture Output PIP Audio Geometry Setup Info Contents 10 1 Introduction Getting Started Achieving the Best Performance Overview Defining EDID About HDMI About HDCP Defining the VP 725NA Presentation Switcher Scaler Installing in a Rack Connecting the VP 725NA Presentation Switcher Scaler Connecting the VP 725NA The RGBS and RGsB Pinouts Connecting to the VP 725NA via RS 232 Connecting the VP 725NA via the ETHERNET port Connecting the Balanced Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input Output Operating the VP 725NA Presentation Switcher Scaler Using the Operating Modes Switching an Input to an Output Understanding the Audio Features Understanding the PIP Feature Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel Freezing the Image Displaying a Blank Screen Configuring and Controlling the VP 725NA Configuring the VP 725NA via the OSD MENU Screens Operating via the LCD Display Operating via ETHERNET Serial Port Operating via the Infrared Remote Control Trans
52. ocol of the VP 725NA E Controlitype Parameter Description a 40 0 40 Audio Treble o h p 25 25 Audio Balance 1 52 9 Off Audio Loudness 1 On 0 Dynamic bh B 1 User Define Auda PRN o t 54 o 120 Audio UserDelay No audio VGA1 VGA2 VGA3 VGA4 HDMI1 HDMI2 HDMI3 HDMIA COMP1 Audio Input For USB COMP2 HDMI1 HDMI2 HDMI3 HDMI4 are Not COMP3 Allowed COMP4 YC1 YC2 YC3 YC4 CV1 CV2 CV3 CV4 0 Keystone 1 Anyplace Geometry Application 2 Rotation 0 Front 1 Ceiling Geometry Location 2 Rear 3 Rear ceiling se gt i o h 59 30 30 Geometry Vertical Keystone o h eo 2000 2000 Geometry Diagonal Projection Top Left H MH fet 2000 2000 Geometry Diagonal Projection Top Left V 1 n ERU b i pe eue beet aga Prosesion ctor rue o pr seme boon gna riso ooo uv b fe we eememrtsesatie Ree o t je 20 20 Geometry Pincushion Barrel o zo 180 180 Geometry Rotation o m NA Geometry Resetall VP 725NA Communication Protocol Communication Protocol of the VP 725NA Control Type ipti Control Type Parameter Description Profile 1 Profile 2 Profile 3 72 i Pia B Save Setting Profile 6 Profile 7 Profile 8 Profile 1 Profile 2 Profile 3 73 Sn Recall Setting Profile 6 Profile 7 Profile 8 0 Off E RE o emm o s QNA Factory Reset 0 LE h je V
53. ol For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit our VVeb 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 Disconnect the unit from the power SAFETY WARNING m supply before opening and servicing
54. olume Decrease o f fs9 na YC Group Output Volume Increase o e wa YC Group Output volume Decrease o f pet na CV Group Output Volume Increase o to NA CV Group Volume Decrease o es vA MASTER Group Output Volume Increase o f toa NA MASTER Group Output Volume Decrease o f tes 10 10 HAV Color Setting Rea o t fe 100 100 HQV Color Setting Green o qt er 10 10 HV ColorSetting Blue o t 9 100 100 HQVColrSetinp Cyan o t e 100 100 HQV Color Setting Magenta o fn mo 10 10 HV Color Setting Yellow 0 DVD Normal SUE oe p pm 1 PC Bypass eee 0 DVD Normal es PC Bypass eee tion Pr Master Hs In ommunic otocol 65 Communication Protocol of the VP 725NA E Gontroliiype Parameter Parameter Description 0 DVD Normal RN EN PC Bypass UTE 0 Normal eS o h m h Bypass Win7 aca PEAT 0 Off ecd 1 205 1 On Custom Output read HDMI monitor s EDID o ho fe B E HDMI1 Input HDCP setting o ho pm A e HDMI2 Input HDCP setting b m s Es HDMI3 Input HDCP setting o h pe A d HDMM Input HDCP setting 0 Off ee penes 10 4 Error Codes The Error Codes Unknown command ERR2 Unknown function ERR 3 Unavailable function VP 725NA VP 725NA Communication Protocol LIMITED WARRANTY The warranty obligations of Kramer Electronics for this prod
55. on Switcher Scaler 5 4 5 4 1 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 Figure 5 Straight Cable RS 232 Connection with a Null Modem Adapter Connecting the VP 725NA via the ETHERNET port You can connect the VP 725NA via the Ethernet using a crossover cable see Section 5 4 1 for direct connection to the PC or a straight through cable see Section 5 4 2 for connection via a network hub or network router See Section 7 3 for Ethernet configuration Connecting the ETHERNET Port directly to a PC Crossover Cable You can connect the Ethernet port of the VP 725NA to the Ethernet port on your PC via a crossover cable with RJ 45 connectors This type of connection is recommended for identification of the factory
56. ontrolitype Parameter Parameter Description 4 Max 5 Off 0 1280x768x60 1 148 0 Off EDID Write Protect 1 On Video Group Group Master SELECT Audio Group Note AV Group Error when SELECT Video Group Audio Scaler Group AV Group Master Audio If there is no Audio board parameters 1 2 4 5 Master AV are not allowed Select Video Input channel Note Before selecting the video input channel command function 151 SELECT function must be used for Scaler or Group source For Get command when SELECT Video Group use one of these Parameter s 2 1 Parameter 0 3 for getting VGA Group 2 2 Parameter 4 7 for getting HDMI Group 2 3 Parameter 8 11 for getting COMP Group 2 4 Parameter 12 15 for getting YC Group 2 5 Parameter 16 19 for getting CV Group 2 6 Parameter 20 or others are unavailable 0 All Off 0 1 158 1 Override MIC Control 2 Mix 3 Talk Over 0 1 159 30 10 VGA Group In Volume 0 1 160 30 10 VGA Group Out Volume 0 1 161 30 10 HDMI Group In Volume 0 1 162 30 10 HDMI Group Out Volume 0 1 163 30 10 COMP Group In Volume 0 1 164 30 10 COMP Group Out Volume 0 1 165 30 10 YC Group In Volume 0 1 166 30 10 YC Group Out Volume 0 1 167 30 10 CV Group In Volume 0 1 168 30 10 CV Group Out Volume 0 1 169 30 10 Master In Volume 0 1 170 100 24 Master Out Volume 0 1 171 100
57. ontrolling the VP 725NA 41 c fs Mode Set OSD Input Output Misc Setup Screen Setting Functi Default Kramer ON for the start up logo to appear on the screen Logo On OFF for it not to appear Custom to download a custom Logo Flash ROM Obtained via the Capture function or downloaded via USB Blank Color Set the blank color the color that appears on the screen when the blank button is pressed Black or Blue Press to capture the desired image input to Flash ROM for using as a logo or as the background Prompts Capture The captured image is saved as the Custom background and or logo The capture image size may not exceed 1280x1024 Background Set the background screen color Blue Black Custom Default 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 Save Lock Set the Save Lock option to ON to save the lock status when the Off machine is powered down On Off Input Lock Set the Input Lock to OFF so you can still use the SOURCE buttons Off on the front panel even when the lock button is on On Off Firmware Download the firmware via the USB connection Download Select the correct file from the memory stick and Confirm Do not press any buttons during firmware download Logo Download a new logo via the USB connection Available when input is not set to USB NEN Bak NA 77
58. rmats 720p 1080i and 1080p 2K and 4K standard definition formats such as NTSC or PAL as well as 480p and 576p VP 725NA Overview 3 3 About HDCP The High Bandwidth Digital Content Protection HDCP standard developed by Intel protects digital video and audio signals transmitted over DVI or HDMI connections between two HDCP enabled devices to eliminate the reproduction of copyrighted material To protect copyright holders such as movie studios from having their programs copied and shared the HDCP standard provides for the secure and encrypted transmission of digital signals 3 4 Defining the VP 725NA Presentation Switcher Scaler This section defines the VP 725NA VP 725NA Overview VNSZL dA MO9IAJ9AQ DE VIDEO INPUT SELECTOR HDMI ERHEFIHBEN LJEJETEEIEJEIE JE TL IE TE COMP uP A000 sn n Figure 1 VP 725NA Presentation Switcher Scaler Front Panel GROUP GROUP DOS Auno eee ae MIC CONTROL T AUDIO SCALER MASTER MIC CONTROL OVERRIDE Mix TALKOVER LILIL IL TL TL Vibo AUDO SCALER MASTER GROUP GROUP get ec y AUDIO AUDIO LEVEL AUDIO LEVEL mnn O7 ADIAIOA Front Panel Feature Function Selects one of the s Video Y C sources from 1 to 4 Selects one of the CV sources from 1 to 4 INPUT Selects one of the UXGA sources from 1 to 4 SELECT OR Selects one of the HDMI sources from 1 to 4 Buttons Press to select
59. sparency Dropdown Box Select On for a transparent background or Off for a non transparent background Display Height Check Box Set the thickness of the background stripe 72 or 36 Text Position V Position Set the vertical position of the text background on the display 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 and Port to connect via Ethernet or search the IP address When selected set the COM port and Baud Rate 9600 to connect via Iesse Check Box the RS 232 connector Scrolling Mode Area Blank Time Sec Dropdown Box Set the blank delay time from 1 to 5 Speed Dropdown Box Set the speed at which the text moves on the display from 1 to 5 Mode Set to Still fixed text or Scrolling text moves across the display Send Text Area Type the desired text in the Message box Repeat Dropdown Box Set the number of times that the text message scrolls across the Screen 1 to 20 or set to Forever to repeat the text message continuously For example set to 2 to repeat the text twice H Offset Dropdown Box After selecting the Static mode use the H Offset box to select the P horizontal position of the text Left Center or Right 9 Technical Specifications INPUTS 4 x CV 1Vpp 75Q on BNC connectors 4 x YC 1Vpp Y 0 3Vpp C 75Q on 4 pin connectors 4 x Component Y G Pb B Pr R or RGsB progressive
60. ted input can have its audio level adjusted either via the MASTER AUDIO mode or the AUDIO GROUP mode and the last setting is maintained even when a different operating mode is selected The MASTER AUDIO output level and the GROUP AUDIO output level set the master audio output and the group audio output respectively as illustrated in the example in Figure 12 For example if CV input 3 audio level is set to 2 in the AUDIO GROUP mode and then you set it at 5 in the MASTER AUDIO mode the audio level will still be 5 not 2 when returning to the AUDIO GROUP mode AUDIO LEVEL m Mic pu AUDIO OUTPUTS a N Voro Aubo SCALER MASTER GROUP mmm GROUP EL ECT m AUDIO AUDIO IN E yor voz Wa Yo UXGA UXGA UXGA4 COMP 1 COMP COMPS COMP 4 AUDIO LEVEL Mc m Our AUDIO LEVEL Mic amp E rr Our The input signal audio level is adjusted L either via the MASTER AUDIO mode or the AUDIO GROUP mode The laet eetting ie maintained even when a different operating mode is our selected Vioo Aumo SCAER MASTER GROUP GROUP get gc T AUDO Vioo Aumo SCAER MASTER AUDIO LEVEL GROUP me GROUP wm SEL EGT mm AUDIO Tine Mc Auno Scxza MASTER Vine GROUP ame GROUP mm SELEC
61. tion 7 2 e Via the Ethernet see Section 7 3 Remotely from the infrared remote control transmitter see Section 7 4 e Remotely via RS 232 see Section 5 3 Defining EDID The Extended Display Identification Data EDID is a data structure provided by a display to describe its capabilities to a graphics card that is connected to the display s source The EDID enables the VP 725NA to know what kind of monitor is connected to the output The EDID includes the manufacturer s name the product type the timing data supported by the display the display size luminance data and for digital displays only the pixel mapping data EDID is defined by a standard published by the Video Electronics Standards Association VESA 3 2 About HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface HDMI is an uncompressed all digital audio video interface widely supported in the entertainment and home cinema industry HDMI ensures an all digital rendering of video without the losses associated with analog interfaces and their unnecessary digital to analog conversions It delivers the maximum high definition image and sound quality in use today Note that Kramer Electronics Limited is an HDMI Adopter and an HDCP Licensee HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI licensing LLC In particular HDMI Provides a simple interface between any audio video source such as a set top box
62. tion ii Param i CR Reply Zm Control Type Function E Param E CR Get Command Y Control_Type Function CR Reply Zm Control Type Function E Param i CR Example 1 select VGA1 as video input channel YmO0m 157m 0m CR Zw0m157momCcR Example 2 get selected current input channel Ym 18 1578 CR Zm 1m157mOmCR 0 VGA 1 Definition m ASCII Code 0x20 CR ASCII Code 0x0D After a set type Command setting system responds with a string Done The default data rate is 9600 Baud with no parity 8 data bits and 1 stop bit Communication Protocol of the VP 725NA E Controlitype Parameter Description 0 Auto 1 RGB Input Color Format 2 YUV Auto NTSC PAL 1 LN Input Video Standard NTSC 4 43 SECAM PAL 60 Input H Position the parameter range is set according to the input mode Input V Position the parameter range is set 100 according to the d mode Input Frequency the parameter range is set 1 50 50 according to the input mode o t MO jJ0 31 input Phase o t VA Input Auto Image o h bh 50 50 Picture Brightness o pn pas so so o t i4 so so o t hs 180 180 jPitweHue o t pe 50 50 Picture Sharpness Picture Output Gamma Picture Temporal NR Picture Mosquito NR Picture Detail Enhancement Picture Luma Transition Enhance Picture Chroma Transition Enhance 725NA Communication Protocol Comm
63. uct are limited to the terms set forth below Whatis 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 cover 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
64. unication Protocol of the VP 725NA E Control Type Parameter Description Native HDMI 640x480 60Hz 640x480 75Hz 800x600 50Hz 800x600 60Hz 800x600 75Hz 1024x768 50Hz 1024x768 60Hz 1024x768 75Hz 1280x768 50Hz 1280x768 60Hz 1280x720 60Hz 1280x800 60Hz 1280x1024 50Hz 1280x1024 60Hz 1280x1024 75Hz 1366x768 50Hz 1366x768 60Hz 1400x1050 50Hz 1400x1050 60Hz 1600x1200 50Hz 1600x1200 60Hz 1680x1050 60Hz 1920x1080 60Hz 1920x1200 60Hz 480p 60Hz 576p 60Hz 720p 50Hz 720p 60Hz 1080i 50Hz 1080i 60Hz 1080p 50Hz 1080p 60Hz 1080p 24Hz 480p 59 94Hz 720p 59 94Hz 1080i 59 94Hz 1080p 23 98Hz 1080p 29 97Hz 1080p 59 94Hz Custom1 Custom2 Custom3 Custom4 Output Resolution Output HDMI Type Aspect Ratio 0 Best Fit 1 Letterbox 2 Follow Output 3 Virtual Wide 4 Follow Input VP 725NA VP 725NA Communication Protocol Communication Protocol of the VP 725NA Control Type ipti Control Type Parameter Description o t ga se 8 Zoom 5 po t gj e 8 5 amp 0 Zoom 3 OAADARON OS ture In Picture icture Picture PIP Source o t n Jo m28 PIP V Possition o h dh h o t 43 t 255 PIP Size i 0 Off 0 Red 1 45 1 Green PIP Frame Color 2 Blue o fs o9 400 40 Audio Bass VP 725NA Communication Protocol 57 Communication Prot
65. ure screen Figure 15 Picture Screen Picture Screen Setting Function Default Brightness Adisttebrghess 501050 Comes Adwstheconrest 501080 o Adjust the color 50 to 50 0 Hue Adwsthemue Soto i0 9 Sharpness Adwstheshepness S0050 o Set the film mode Auto Video Film Temporal NR Set the temporal noise reduction level Off Low High You do not have to press Medium High ENTER after selecting the desired parameter to change it Mosquito NR Set the Mosquito noise reduction level Off Low Low Medium High Block NR Set the block noise reduction level Off On Detail Enhancement Set the detail enhancement Off Low Medium High Set to Off for VGA and HDMI inputs set to Medium for CV YC YUV inputs Luma Transition Enhance Set the luminance transition enhance level Off Low Low High Chroma Transition Enhance Set the chrominance transition enhance level Off Low High Configuring and Controlling the VF 7 1 3 The Output Screen Figure 16 defines the Output screen Fe bar to fom en pn Esc Feo Picture Audio Geometry Setup Figure 16 Output Screen Output Screen Setting Function Selection Range Default Resolution Set the resolution If Native HDMI is Native HDMI 640x480x60Hz 640x480x75Hz not available the 800x600x50Hz 800x600x60Hz 800x600x75Hz default is 1024x768x50Hz 1024x768x60Hz 1024x768x75Hz 1024x768 60Hz 1280x768x50Hz 128
66. utes the selected audio input one of 20 to the MASTER OUT terminal block connector An independent Master Audio output that has a rich set of ProcAmp features including bass and treble controls via the MENU LCD status display OSD RS 232 and the infrared remote control transmitter An adjustable volume on each input and output A microphone input that can be used by mixing switching or talk over Built in ProcAmp color hue sharpness contrast and brightness are set individually for each input A built in time base corrector that stabilizes the sync in unstable video Sources VP 725NA Overview e A built in TBC time base corrector that stabilizes the sync in unstable video sources e Aslideshow feature letting you run a slideshow via the USB port Front panel freeze frame e Video blanking with a selectable blue or black screen Screenshot capture In addition the VP 725NA Scales and zooms to up to 400 of the original size Can be firmware upgraded in the field via the USB port on the front panel Includes worldwide power supply 100 240V AC on a standard 19 rack mount size 3U Rack ears included HDMI channel supports up to 2 25Gbps bandwidth per graphic channel Suitable for resolutions up to UXGA at 60Hz and for all HD resolutions Control the VP 725NA from the front panel and a user friendly menu driven OSD see Section 7 1 or From the front panel high contrast LCD Display see Sec
67. uttons e Asetof 21 INPUT SELECTOR buttons e A set of Video Group and Audio Group SELECT buttons as well as Scaler Mode and Master Audio buttons The VIDEO GROUP SELECT button selects the video input from each group to switch to its group output The SCALER SELECT button scales the selected video input one of 21 at each of the SCALED OUTPUTS e A PIP button e AFREEZE button e Asetof 7 OSD buttons OSD ON MENU ENTER UP and DOWN This section describes how to e Use the different operating modes see Section 6 1 e Switch an input to an output see Section 6 2 e Understand the audio features see Section 6 3 e Use the PIP feature see Section 6 4 e Lock and unlock the front panel buttons see Section 6 5 Freeze the image see Section 6 6 e Display a blank screen see Section 6 7 6 1 Using the Operating Modes The VP 725NA operates as five independent 4x1 switchers and as a scaler that switches one of the 21 inputs to the scaled outputs These modes operate simultaneously as well as independently Composite video s Video component video RGB or YPbPr HDMI and UXGA VP 725NA Operating the VP 725NA Presentation Switcher Scaler The four buttons in the SELECT area on the front panel let you select one of six operating modes as defined in Figure 11 Five Independent One Scaler Switchers Definition Video only switch the video signal of the input from 1 to 4 to the output in each of the five Vi

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