Kramer Electronics VP-108
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1. Feature Function ID BIT Switch Set to ON position to select the ID BIT TERMINATION Switch Set to ON position to terminate with 750 or move to Hi Z for looping Trimmers Adjust the cable compensation equalization levels for blue green and red LEVEL Trimmers Adjust the output signal levels for blue green and red 1 Insert a screwdriver into the small hole and carefully rotate it 2 The factory default 3 Sometimes notebook computers refuse to output a VGA signal to an external VGA monitor if they do not detect the ID BIT as ON Set the ID BIT to ON using this switch so that the notebook will output to an external VGA monitor 4 Separately for Blue B Green G and Red R 5 Installing the VP 108 in a Rack 5 Installing the VP 108 in a Rack This section describes what to do before installing in a rack and how to rack mount Before Installing in a Rack How to Rack Mount Before installing in a rack be sure that the environment is within the recommended range Operating temperature range 5 to 45 C 41 to 113 F Operating humidity range 10 to 9096 RHL non condensing Storage temperature range 20 to 70 4 to 158 Storage humidity range 5 to 95 RHL non condensing CAUTION When installing in a 19 rack avoid hazards by taking care that 1 Itis located within the recommended environmental conditions2. 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 supplied with the machine To rack mount a machine 1 Attach both ear brackets to the machine To do so remove the Screws from each side of the machine 3 on each side and replace those screws through the ear brackets Place the ears of the machine against the rack rails and insert the proper screws not provided through each of the four holes in the rack ears Note that In some models the front panel may feature built in rack ears Detachable rack ea
3. LIMITED WARRANTY Kramer Electronics hereafter Kramer warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms HOW LONGIS THE WARRANTY Labor and parts are warranted for seven years from the date of the first customer purchase WHOIS PROTECTED Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty WHATIS COVERED ANDWHATISNOT COVERED Except as below this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product The following are not covered by the warranty 1 Any product which is not distributed by Kramer or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer If you are uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the Web site www kramerelectronics com 2 Any product on which the serial number has been defaced modified or removed or on which the WARRANTY VOID IF TAMPERED 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 Removalor installation of the product vi Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect vii Cartons
4. Kramer Electronics Ltd USER MANUAL Model VP 108 1 8 XGA Balanced Stereo Audio DA Contents Contents 1 Introduction 2 Getting Started 2 1 Quick Start 3 Overview 4 Your VP 108 1 8 XGA Balanced Stereo Audio DA 5 Installing the VP 108 in a Rack 6 Connecting the VP 108 1 8 XGA Balanced Stereo Audio DA 6 1 Connecting the Balanced Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input Output 6 2 Controlling via RS 232 for example using a PC 6 2 1 Setting the Dipswitches 6 22 Setting the MACHINE 6 3 Connecting the REMOTE Connector 7 Technical Specifications Voo 0 0 WwW We nm N 8 Table of Hex Codes for Serial Communication Figures Figure 1 VP 108 1 8 XGA Balanced Stereo Audio DA Figure 2 VP 108 Underside Figure 3 Connecting the VP 108 1 8 XGA Balanced Stereo Audio DA Figure 4 Connecting the Balanced Stereo Audio Input Output Figure 5 Connecting the Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output Figure 6 Connecting an Unbalanced Source to the Balanced VP 108 Input Figure 7 Connecting a VP 108 Unit to a PC without using a Null modem Adapter Figure 8 SETUP Dipswitches Figure 9 REMOTE Terminal Block Connector QC tA A Tables Table 1 VP 108 1 8 XGA Balanced Stereo Audio DA Features Table 2 VP 108 Underside Features Table 3 Dipswitch Settings Table 4 Machine Dipswitch Settings Table 5 Technical Specifications of the VP 108 1 8 XGA Balanced Stereo Audio DA 11 Tabl
5. R SOURCE 90 260 V AC 50 60Hz 25VA DIMENSIONS 19 inch W 7 inch D 1U H rack mountable WEIGHT 2 6kg 5 7lbs approx ACCESSORIES Power cord Null modem adapter Windows based Kramer control software 1 Specifications are subject to change without notice 11 Table of Hex Codes for Serial Communication 8 Table of Hex Codes for Serial Communication Table 6 lists the Hex values for a single machine MACHINE 1 4 bytes of information are sent for each instruction For more detailed information see Protocol 2000 Table 6 VP 108 Hex Codes OUT1 OUT2 OUT3 OUTS OUT7 OUT8 ALLOUTPUTS ON 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 80 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 OFF 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 80 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 AUDIO OUT1 OUT2 OUT3 OUT4 OUT5 OUT6 OUT7 OUT8 ALL OUTPUTS ON 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 80 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 OFF 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 02 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 80 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 81 1 On our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 2 For audio follow video mode 3 For audio breakaway mode 12 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY
6. S 232 port see section 6 2 and or the RS 485 port If required connect a remote contact closure switch see section 6 3 1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VP 108 After connecting your VP 108 switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device Switching on the VP 108 recalls the last status prior to powering down 2 See section 6 1 for a description of how to connect a balanced unbalanced stereo audio input output 3 The default settings are for non looping 4 The power connector is not illustrated in Figure 3 5 Not illustrated in Figure 3 Connecting the VP 108 1 8 XGA Balanced Stereo Audio DA Balanced Stereo Source ES ee To XGA Input on next unit Amplifier Amplifier Computer Graphics Source Display 1 Figure 3 Connecting the VP 108 1 8 XGA Balanced Stereo Audio DA Display 8 8 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting the VP 108 1 8 XGA Balanced Stereo Audio DA 6 1 Connecting the Balanced Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input Output Figure 4 illustrates how to wire a balanced input output connection LG RG Figure 4 Connecting the Balanced Stereo Audio Input Output Figure 5 illustrates how to wire an unbalanced acceptor to the balanced output of the unit LG RG Figure 5 Connecting the Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output Figure 6 illustrates how to connect an unbalanced source to the b
7. able switching of the outputs via RS 232 or RS 485 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system PC or other serial controller as well as via external dry contact switches e Stores the output configuration in non volatile memory so that the machine will restore its power down status when power is returned e Uses solid state electronic switching and low noise amplifying circuitry throughout the unit and the sync pulses are detected and reconstructed before amplifying and buffering to the outputs e Has a high video bandwidth ensuring that each unit remains transparent even at the highest resolution VGA modes such as XGA Achieving the best performance means e Connecting only good quality connection cables thus avoiding interference deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching and elevated noise levels often associated with low quality cables e Avoiding interference from neighboring electrical appliances and positioning your VP 108 unit in a location free from moisture excessive sunlight and dust 4 Your VP 108 1 8 XGA Balanced Stereo Audio DA Figure 1 and Table 1 define the VP 108 8 XGA Balanced Stereo Audio DA 1 Using the REMOTE connector see section 6 3 or via RS 232 or RS 485 3 Your VP 108 1 8 XGA Balanced Stereo Audio DA REMOTE AUDIO INP OUTP QUIPL QUIP 00000 00000 90000 00000 00000 20000 00000 00000 00000 looooo poooo poooo p
8. alanced input on the VP 108 LG RG Figure 6 Connecting an Unbalanced Source to the Balanced VP 108 Input Connecting the VP 108 1 8 XGA Balanced Stereo Audio DA 6 2 Controlling via RS 232 for example using a PC To connect a PC to the VP 108 unit s using the Null modem adapter provided with the machine recommended e Connect the RS 232 9 pin D sub rear panel port on the VP 108 unit to the Null modem adapter and connect the Null modem adapter with a 9 wire flat cable to the RS 232 9 pin D sub port on your PC To connect a PC to the VP 108 unit without using a Null modem adapter e Connect the RS 232 9 pin D sub port on your PC to the RS 232 9 pin D sub rear panel port on the VP 108 unit as Figure 7 illustrates PIN 5 Connected to PIN 5 Ground PIN 3 Connected to PIN 2 PIN 2 Connected to PIN 3 9 pin D sub 9 pin D sub From PC Male PIN 4 is connected to PIN 6 PINs 8 7 1 are connected together If a shielded cable is used connect the shield to PIN 5 Figure 7 Connecting a VP 108 Unit to a PC without using a Null modem Adapter 6 2 1 Setting the Dipswitches Figure 8 illustrates the factory default SETUP dipswitches Figure 8 SETUP Dipswitches Table 3 Dipswitch Settings Function DIPS Description Machine 1 2 3 Determines the position of a unit in the sequence refer to section 0 PC 485 4 Set ON when connecting the PC or other controller via the RS 485 port set OFF w
9. e 6 VP 108 Hex Codes 12 NO tA Introduction 2 1 Introduction Welcome to Kramer Electronics Since 1981 Kramer Electronics has been providing a world of unique creative and affordable solutions to the vast range of problems that confront the video audio presentation and broadcasting professional on a daily basis In recent years we have redesigned and upgraded most of our line making the best even better Our 1 000 plus different models now appear in 11 groups that are clearly defined by function Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VP 108 8 XGA Balanced Stereo Audio DA distribution amplifier which is ideal for using with presentation systems and video duplication and production studios The package includes the following items e VP 108 8 XGA Balanced Stereo Audio DA e Power cord e Windows based Kramer control software e Null modem adapter e This user manual Getting Started We recommend that you e Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment e Review the contents of this user manual e Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables Quick Start This quick start chart summarizes the basic steps when connecting a VP 108 1 GROUP 1 Distribution Amplifiers GROUP 2 Switchers and Matrix Switchers GROUP 3 Control Systems GROUP 4 Format Standards Converters GROUP 5 Twisted Pair Solutions GROUP 6 Sp
10. ecialty AV Products GROUP 7 Scan Converters and Scalers GROUP 8 Cables and Connectors GROUP 9 Room Connectivity GROUP 10 Accessories and Rack Adapters GROUP 11 Sierra Products 2 Download up to date Kramer user manuals from the Internet at this URL http www kramerelectronics com 3 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com Getting Started Step 1 Mount the machine see section 5 Mount the machine in a rack or etick the 4 rubber feet to the undereide Connect the inpute Connect the outpute Connect the LOOP connector Balanced Stereo Source Display 1 Display 8 Step 3 Connect the power Step 4 Operate the unit see section 6 If required adjust the right and left audio level Operate via the contact closure switches R5 222 and or R5 485 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Overview 3 Overview The high performance VP 108 8 XGA Balanced Stereo Audio DA is an 8 channel distribution amplifier for VGA XGA and stereo audio balanced or unbalanced that uses 15 pin HD connectors for the VGA type signals and detachable terminal block connectors for the audio In particular the VP 108 e 5 unique in that each of the eight XGA outputs and each of the eight stereo audio outputs may be individually enabled or disabled replacing a switcher which would typically be used in such setups e Is controll
11. 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 Removal orinstallations charges 2 Costs of initial technical adjustments set up including adjustment of user controls or programming These costs are the responsibility of the Kramer dealer from whom the product was purchased 3 Shipping charges HOW YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE 1 To obtain service on you product you must take or ship it prepaid to any authorized Kramer service center 2 Whenever warranty service is required the original dated invoice or a copy must be presented as proof of warranty coverage and should be included in any shipment of the product Please also include in any mailing a contact name company address and a description of the problem s 3 For the name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center consult your authorized dealer LIMITATION OFIMPLIED 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 OFDAMAGES 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 inconven
12. hen connecting the PC via the RS 232 port or when not connecting a PC 8 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting the VP 108 1 8 XGA Balanced Stereo Audio DA 6 2 2 Setting the MACHINE The MACHINE determines the position of a VP 108 unit specifying which VP 108 unit is being controlled when several VP 108 units connect to a PC or serial controller Set the MACHINE on a VP 108 unit via DIPS 1 2 and 3 according to Table 4 When using a stand alone VP 108 unit set the MACHINE to 1 When connecting more than one VP 108 unit set the first machine the Master that is closest to the PC as MACHINE y Table 4 Machine Dipswitch Settings MACHINE DIPSWITCH 1 2 l3 99 OFF OFF OFF 2 ON OFF OFF 3 OFF ON OFF 4 ON ON OFF 5 OFF OFF ON 6 7 8 ON OFF OFF ON ON ON ON ON 6 3 Connecting the REMOTE Connector Connecting the REMOTE terminal block connector pins to a contact closure switch lets you to disable and then enable again output s by remote control To do so touch momentarily the appropriate REMOTE terminal block connector pin to the Ground PIN as Figure 9 illustrates For example to disable outputs 1 2 and 8 touch momentarily PIN 1 to the Ground PIN and then touch momentarily PIN 2 to the Ground PIN and then touch momentarily PIN 8 to the Ground PIN Do not touch momentarily more than
13. ience 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 otherrights 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 lightindustry EN 50082 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic immunity standard Part 1 Residential commercial and light industry environment CFR 47 FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15 Radio frequency devices Subpart B Unintentional radiators CAUTION Servicing the machines can only be done by an authorized Kramer technician Any user who makes changes or modifications to the unit without the expressed approval of the manufacturer will void user authority to operate the equipment Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components FCC and CE ap
14. one PIN to the Ground PIN simultaneously 1 Set the dipswitches to OFF 2 An output may also be disabled via RS 232 or RS 485 9 Connecting the VP 108 1 8 XGA Balanced Stereo Audio DA 12345678906 H HH 7 Switch for Output 8 i Switch for Output 7 E Switch for Output 6 Switch for Q Output 5 P Switch for o Output 4 Switch for 9 Output 3 Switch for _ Output 2 P Switch for 2 Output 1 Figure 9 REMOTE Terminal Block Connector KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Technical Specifications 7 Technical Specifications Table 5 includes the technical specifications Table 5 Technical Specifications of the VP 108 1 8 XGA Balanced Stereo Audio DA INPUT 1 XGA on an 15 pin HD connector 1 balanced audio 4dBm 100kQ on detachable terminal block connectors 1 LOOP on an 15 pin HD connector OUTPUTS 8 XGA on 15 pin HD connectors 8 balanced audio 4dBm 100kQ on detachable terminal block connectors MAX OUTPUT LEVEL VIDEO 1 5Vpp AUDIO 25Vpp BANDWIDTH 3dB VIDEO 400MHz AUDIO gt 100kHz DIFF GAIN 0 03 DIFF PHASE 0 03 Deg K FACTOR 0 0596 S N RATIO VIDEO 74 3dB AUDIO 93dB unweighted CONTROLS VIDEO Level 1 1dB to 6 2dB AUDIO Level 0 9dB to 8 6dB Equalization OdB to 8dB 50MHz COUPLING VIDEO DC AUDIO DC AUDIO THD NOISE 0 005 AUDIO 2nd HARMONIC 0 003 POWE
15. oooo oo OUTPUT 1 OUTPUT2 OUTPUT 6 Figure 1 VP 108 1 8 XGA Balanced Stereo Audio DA 4 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Your VP 108 1 8 XGA Balanced Stereo Audio DA Table 1 VP 108 1 8 XGA Balanced Stereo Audio DA Features Feature Function 1 POWER Switch Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF 2 AUDIO INPUT Terminal Block Connect to the balanced stereo audio source Connector 3 XGA INPUT 15 pin HD Connector Connect to the XGA source 4 LEFT LEVEL Trimmer Adjust the left output signal level 5 RIGHT LEVEL Trimmer Adjust the right output signal level 6 LOOP 15 pin HD Connector For looping to increase output availability 7 OUTPUT Terminal Block Connectors Connect to the balanced stereo audio acceptors from 1 to 8 8 OUTPUT 15 pin HD Connectors Connect to the XGA acceptors from 1 to 8 9 REMOTE Terminal Block Connectors Connect to the contact closure switches 10 RS 485 Connector RS 485 detachable terminal block port 11 RS 232 9 pin D sub Connector Connect to PC or other Serial Controller 12 SETUP Dipswitches Dipswitches for setup of the unit 13 Power Connector with Fuse AC connector enabling power supply to the unit Figure 2 and Table 2 define the underside controls TERMINATION ID BIT G 000 75 0 Hi Z BLUE GREEN RED O O O O O O EQ LEVEL EQ LEVEL EQ LEVEL Figure 2 VP 108 Underside Table 2 VP 108 Underside Features
16. proved using STP cable for twisted pair products 13 For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit our Web site www kramerelectronics com where updates to this user manual may be found We welcome your questions comments and feedback Safety Warning Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening servicing Caution 001 EY lt 4 G Toc jg Institute of Quality amp Control Q CA d Quality Kramer Electronics Ltd Web site www kramerelectronics com E mail info kramerel com P N 2900 000108 REV 4
17. rs can be removed for desktop use Always mount the machine in the rack before you attach any cables or connect the machine to the power If you are using a Kramer rack adapter kit for a machine that is not 19 see the Rack Adapters user manual for installation instructions you can download it at http www kramerelectronics com KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting the VP 108 1 8 XGA Balanced Stereo Audio DA 6 Connecting the VP 108 1 8 XGA Balanced Stereo Audio DA To connect the VP 108 7 8 XGA Balanced Stereo Audio DA as the example in Figure 3 illustrates do the following 1 Oo Cb ON Oe Connect the XGA graphics source for example a PC to the XGA INPUT 15 pin HD connector and connect the balanced stereo audio source to the AUDIO INPUT terminal block connector Connect up to 8 XGA OUTPUT 15 pin HD connectors to the XGA acceptors for example XGA monitors and connect the corresponding AUDIO OUTPUT terminal block connectors to the stereo audio acceptors for example pairs of stereo loudspeakers Connect the LOOP 15 pin HD connector OPTIONAL to the XGA INPUT 15 pin HD connector on an additional unit to increase video outputs Set the dipswitches see section 6 2 1 Set the switches on the underside for looping see Figure 2 Connect the power cord Adjust the left and right audio signal levels if required If required connect a PC and or controller to the R
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