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1. 480 1200 Program Input Setting 16 User Mode VA 0 Program Input 5 1 User Mode VP 25 165 Integer 0 999 Decimal Program Input Setting User Mode OCLK 0 Off Program Input Setting Program Input Setti User Mode Save 0 Custom 1 1 Custom 2 Program Custom 2 Custom 3 Output Target 3 Custom 4 Program Output Setting User Mode HW Program Output Setting User Mode HS Program Output Setting User Mode VT 480 Program Output Setting User Mode VA 0 Program Output Setting 1 User Mode VP 25 165 Integer 0 999 Decimal Program Output Setting Value Value User Mode OCLK 35 Program Output Setting User Mode Save op 0 Keystone G t rogram Geometry 237 1 Anyplace Application 2 Rotation 0 Front 238 1 Ceiling Program Geometry 2 Rear Location 3 Rear Ceiling Keystone Keystone 0 Top Left 1 Top Right E Program Geometry 21 2 2009 2000 Diagonal Projection 3 Bottom Right 74 747 ommunication Protocol Set Commands F Function us M Function Param 1 Param 2 Param 3 Param 4 Description rogram Geometry gonal Proj eset Program Geometry Pincushion Barrel Program Geometry 180 180 Rotation Program Geometry Reset all 0 Cut 1 Fade 2 Diagonal id Transition Effect 5 Square 6 Comer P Chessboard Transition Mode Follow _ Transition Speed 0
2. GIYICV 7 9 A 9 7 EN Hs Cs O e A 2 DVD Player Betacam Video Player Set rn RGBHV High Resolution Source RGBS Computer Graphics Source mo Separate Composite Sync E Computer Graphics Source DVD Player HDTV Satellite Receiver Source Figure 4 Example for Connecting the INPUTS VP 747 Connecting the VP 747 5 2 Connecting the Outputs Figure 5 illustrates an example of the different connection types available for the Preview and Program outputs For PROGRAM OUT connect the B PB PR Y PB BNC OUTPUT connectors to the YUV acceptor for example a projector e HDMI connector to a plasma display e VGA a 15 pin HD computer graphics video connector to an analog display e For PREVIEW OUT connect the e HDMI connector to an LCD display VGA 15 HD computer graphics video connector to an analog display R PR B PB HS and VS BNC OUTPUT connectors to a display PROGRAM OUT PREVIEW OUT RIPR OO Z 14 PROGRAM OUT PREVIEW OUT DVI DVI HDMI 257 gi Projector Plasma Display Analog Display Display Analog Display For Presentation For Local Monitoring M Figure
3. Set Commands F Function Control Type Function Param 1 Param 2 Param 3 Param 4 Description Anyplace Application Rotation 0 Front 1 Ceiling Preview Geometry 2 Rear Location 3 Rear Ceiling Keystone Keystone 0 Top Left 1 Top Right 0 Horizontal Preview Geometry 121 2 1 vertical 2000 2000 Diagonal Projection 3 Bottom Right Preview Geometry Diagonal Projection Reset Preview Geometry 2 0 0 20 e p Pincushion Barrel _ Preview Geometry Preview Geometry 0 Channel 1 1 Channel 2 2 Channel 3 A Program Input Source 5 Channel 6 6 Channel 7 7 Channel 8 RGBHV RGBS PC Program Input RGsB Video HDMI can only be YCbCr selected for Channel 1 2 Video HDMI Auto NTSC PAL PAL M Program Inpu PAL N Standard NTSC 4 43 6 SECAM Program Input Main Source H Position N unfixed changes with Input Mode Program Input Main Source V Position N unfixed changes with Input Mode Program Inpu Frequency A miny2 min 0 max VP 747 VP 747 Communication Protocol Set Commands F Function Control Type Function Param 1 Param 2 Param 3 Param 4 Description Set Get changes with Input Mode 2 Program Input Phase pp mw F F t ev Ng Program Auto Image Program Over Scan Status Program Picture Brightness Program Picture Contrast je ien k ______ Prog
4. fo Fw lt ped Preview Program Transition Audio Info Figure 17 Utility Screen Utility Screen Functions Setting Function Default DHCP Off or On Off Setting IP Address 192 168 1 39 Subnet Mask 255 255 255 0 Gateway 192 168 1 254 Apply Apply settings Menu Position Center Top Left Top Right Bottom Center Left or Bottom Right Time Out 5 10 20 30 60 90 seconds or Off Misc Logo Off On or Custom Settings ON for the start up Kramer logo to appear on the screen OFF to disable the logo CUSTOM to select the downloaded custom Logo Flash ROM Downloaded via USB Logo Download Ear on Save Lock see Section 8 1 5 1 Input Lock Off or On see Section 8 1 5 2 Background Blue Black or Disable Analog Sync Blank Color Black or Blue 11 Event Mode Off or Off If On is selected the LCD displays Invalid operation in the event of pressing any program button Baud Rate 9600 or 115200 115200 Firmware Download Download the firmware via the USB connection select the correct file from the memory stick and Confirm Do not press any buttons while the firmware is downloading Logo Download Download a new logo via the USB port using a memory stick see Section 8 1 5 3 8 1 5 1 8 1 5 2 Utility Screen Functions Setting Function Default Misc Settings HDCP Setting Follow Input Follow Output Follow Output cont Define whether the HDCP foll
5. DVI HDMI Connector Connects to a DVI or HDMI acceptor Using a DVI HDMI adapter or the Kramer C HM DM HDMI to DVI Single Link 18 1 pin cable PROGRAMMING USB 2 Connector For Program firmware download USB 1 Connector For Preview firmware download VGA 15 pin HD Connects to a VGA analog interface graphics Connector acceptor DVI HDMI Connector Connects to a DVI or HDMI acceptor INPUTS from 1 R PR BNC Connector Connects to the R or PR output of the RGB to 8 RGBHV RGBS or component video source G Y CV BNC Connector Connects to the G Y or CV output of the RGB RGBHV RGBS component video composite video or s Video source Made up of the Y on the G Y CV connector together with the C on the B Pb C connector B PB C BNC Connector Connects to the PB or C output of the RGB RGBHV RGBS component video or s Video source Hs Cs BNC Connector Connects to the horizontal or composite sync RGBHV or RGBS source Vs BNC Connector Connects to the vertical sync RGBHV source DVI HDMI 2 Connector Connect to the DVI HDMI 2 source DVI HDMI 1 Connector Connect to the DVI HDMI 1 source 4 Installing in a Rack This section provides instructions for rack mounting the unit Before Installing in a Rack Before installing in a rack be sure that the environment is within the recommended range OPERATING TEMPERATURE 0 to 55 C 32 to 131 F STORAGE TEMPERATURE 45 to 72 C 49 to 162 F HUMIDITY 10 to 90 RHL CA
6. 5 Connecting the PREVIEW OUT PROGRAM OUT Connectors VP 747 Connecting the VP 747 6 6 1 Connecting the VP 747 Control Ports This section describes how to connect the VP 747 control ports that is the RS 232 port see Section 6 1 e TO AUDIO UNIT port see Section 6 2 e TO CONTROLLER port see Section 6 3 Ethernet port see Section 6 4 Connecting to the VP 747 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 6 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 6 Crossed Cable RS 232 Connection 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 7 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 that al
7. 720px59 94Hz 40 1080ix59 94Hz 41 1080px23 97Hz 42 1080px29 97Hz 43 1080px59 94Hz 44 Custom 1 45 Custom 2 46 Custom 3 47 Custom 4 100 100 ______ Preview Red Saturation Preview Green jo 400 100 Po Preview Saturation Preview Cyan 100 100 Preview Magenta Saturation Set Commands F Function Control Type Function Param 1 Param 2 Param 3 Param 4 Description Set Get Custom 3 Custom 4 2 Preview Input Setting Preview Input Settin pp pm geo po rc p em Preview Input Settin EN ELIT 640 1920 Preview Input Setting HT 92 User Mode HA Preview Input Setting User Mode HP 2 Preview Input Setting w L z Preview Input Setting p peo p TAA Preview Input Setting pp je ans 480 1200 Preview Input Setting 16 User Mode VA Preview Input Setting User Mode VP 165 Integer 0 999 Preview Input Setting we Value User Mode OCLK Preview Input Setting Enable Preview Input Setting User Mode Save 0 Custom 1 1 Custom 2 Preview Custom Output 2 Custom 3 3 Custom 4 Preview Output Si User Mode HT Preview Output Si al d Preview Output Settin m B Preview Output Setting a Preview Output Settin User Mode Preview Output Settin User Mode VP Preview Output Setti User Mode OCLK Preview Output Setti User Mode Save Preview Output Setting User Mode Set Current 1unication Protocol
8. RGBS source is connected to input 2 and a Component source is connected to input 3 Set the OSD Settings as follows The PROGRAM INPUT button 3 and the PREVIEW INPUT button 2 illuminate 2 During the presentation the Component source is outputted via the DVI HDMI PROGRAM OUT connector Before changing to the RGBS source the demonstrator previews how that source currently looks on Display his local display lt QS Display 3 Pressing the Chessboard button then the TAKE button causes the transition to occur The PROGRAM INPUT button 2 illuminates to correspond with the PREVIEW INPUT button 2 The RGBS source is displayed on both the PREVIEW ooo DUO rO Display a aO Os 20 ma lt Display Analog Figure 10 PREVIEW and PROGRAM Output Example VP 747 Understanding the VP 747 KEH 7 2 1 7 3 7 4 The Transition from Preview to Program The transition can occur in one of two modes As selected via the Transition OSD Menu see Section 8 1 3 e The Swap mode default for the VP 747 shown in Figure 10 in which the PREVIEW input buttons and the PROGRAM input buttons switch places after pressing the TAKE button For example in Figure 10 the PROGRAM input button 3 would switch to 2 and the PREVIEW input button 2 would switch to 3 so the RGBS source is displayed on the
9. Rotate the display clockwise or counterclockwise in 1 increments 180 to 180 Reset all Resets the geometry settings to their default values Rotation IP 4 8 1 2 Preview and Program Input and Output Settings Figure 13 defines the input Mode Setting fo Py el px Program Transition Utility Custom Input Custom 1 Figure 13 Input Mode Setting Screen Input Mode Functions Setting Function Range Default VS vs Vertical active start point va Vetcwadwergon O VP Vetapday 1 Oupudok Eme Save Clicktosavesettings N VP 747 Operating the VP 747 Figure 14 defines the Output Mode Setting Figure 14 Output Mode Setting Screen Output Mode Functions Setting Function Range Default p vergon w Vertical syne pulse width Vertical active startpoint Vetcdacieregon ve Ti Click to save the settings Set Current Import the values of the currently selected output resolution into the User Mode Setting VP 747 Operating the VP 747 8 1 3 The Transition Menu Items Preview Program 2 Optimization Aa E ro Audio Utility Figure 15 Transition Screen Transition Screen Functions Setting T Bar Optimization VP 747 Operating the VP 747 Function Selection Range Defa
10. of these outputs functions independently and has DVI HDMI connectors and VGA connectors as well as sets of five BNC connectors used to output one of the following RGB RGBHV or component video R PR G Y B PB Hs and Vs The HDMI signal is usually HDCP protected We recommended using an HDCP compliant display otherwise the HDMI output does not appear on the screen rstanding the VP 74 21 Using the PREVIEW output you can See how the scaled output looks before displaying live during a presentation As the example in Figure 10 illustrates after seeing how the RGB source looks when scaled to HDMI it can be interchanged with the YUV source seamlessly using an elaborate in this case chessboard transition effect e Harmonize transition to the PROGRAM output after determining the look and feel when in the PREVIEW output e Use the OSD menu to make adjustments and choose the settings Set the transition choosing one of any eight special effects Using the PROGRAM output after pressing the TAKE button you can see the transition The PREVIEW output is not available during the transition period After making some changes in the unit for example selecting a new input to the PREVIEW output the TAKE button is turned off not illuminated momentarily until the unit successfully locks to this input The TAKE button should not be pressed until it lights up again VP 747 Understanding the VP 747 1 In this example
11. picture in picture function Saves the setting Figure 20 Remote Transmitter Recalls the setting Navigation Consists of a set of 5 separate keys that Keys allow maneuvering within an OSD screen Displays the OSD Menu screen or moves to the previous level in the OSD menu ec O O O ut Selects a CIRCLE transition effect Choose the direction from where the effect s 1 or out see Section 8 1 3 Preview Separate keys for PREVIEW PROGRAM Activates deactivates access to the OSD Menu Selector 8 separate selector keys for both the Program and the Preview outputs VP 747 Operating the VP 747 8 4 Operating via the Ethernet The control application lets you control the VP 747 by clicking the desired buttons in the control application screen which includes all the front panel buttons To control the VP 747 via the Ethernet Serial Port 1 Connect the Ethernet port see Section 6 4 of the VP 747 to the Ethernet port of your PC or connect the serial port of your VP 747 to the serial port of your PC see Section 6 1 2 Install and configure the Control Application see Section 8 4 1 8 4 1 Installing and Running the Configuration Software To install the VP 747 Control Application do the following 1 Insert the product CD into your CD ROM drive You can download the software from our Web site on http www kramerelectronics com 2 Save the zip file on your computer 3 Run the installer
12. setup 4 Respond to the installation wizard prompts 84 2 Configuring the Ethernet Connection Double click the VP747 exe icon The VP747 Control Application main screen appears see Figure 21 You can configure the Ethernet the VP 747 communication port is 5000 in any one of the following ways via e The Ethernet connection using the Lantronix device software e The VP 747 Device menu the OSD or via the Control Application menu Utility TCP IP setting and then setting the IP Address subnet mask and so on and then clicking Apply RS 232 communication between the PC and the VP 747 and setting the IP Address through the Com port menu in the Control Application 8 4 3 4 BE ILI 1 Figure 21 VP 747 Control Application Screen The control menu items are defined here VP 747 Control Application Menu Menu Items File Save Configuration Exit Com port Select the com port Connect to the selected com port Ethernet Connect to the Ethernet Menu options enter the VP 747 menu see Section 8 1 Control the VP 747 via the Ethernet Serial Port To control the VP 747 via the Ethernet serial port click the buttons on the virtual VP 747 front panel and or open the Menu item and use the OSD menus VP 747 Operating the VP 747 9 Technical Specifications INPUTS 2 HDMI DVI inputs connectors HDMI and HDCP version 1 2 on DVI connectors 8 sets of universal BNC connectors R Pr G Y
13. sources to DVI HDMI RGBHV Y Pb Pr and VGA outputs simultaneously Dual scalers for live seamless transitions from one source to another with two independent outputs a PREVIEW OUT and a PROGRAM OUT see Section 7 2 The PREVIEW output including an OSD menu for making adjustments is for determining how the scaled output looks before displaying live during a presentation as well as for setting the special effects that harmonize the transition when changing between sources Both outputs have separate sets of connectors for DVI HDMI VGA a 15 pin HD computer graphics video connector and RGBHV YPbPr on BNC connectors Eight PREVIEW input buttons for switching a selected input to the PREVIEW output and eight PROGRAM input buttons for switching a selected input to the PROGRAM output Two transition modes accessible via the OSD the Swap mode and the Follow mode When pressing the TAKE button in the Swap mode the preview and program inputs switch positions when pressing in the Follow mode the program input follows the preview input Scaling and zooming to up to 400 of the original size High quality de interlacing 3 2 2 2 pull down The frame rate of a converted movie 24 frames per second to video frequencies 25 frames per second PAL 30 frames per second NTSC K IIT XL Picture in Picture Image Insertion Technology with ultra stable picture in picture picture and picture and split screen capability for bo
14. the T bar we recommended setting PROGRAM and PREVIEW to the same output resolutions 6 4 Connecting the VP 747 via the Ethernet port To connect the VP 747 via the Ethernet port do the following e Connect the Ethernet port of the VP 747 to the LAN port of your PC crossover cable with RJ 45 connectors If connecting the Ethernet port of the VP 747 to the LAN port on a network hub or network router use a straight through cable with RJ 45 connectors VP 747 Connecting the VP 747 Control Ports 7 7 1 7 2 Understanding the VP 747 This section describes the e UNIVERSAL inputs see Section 7 1 e PREVIEW PROGRAM outputs see Section 7 2 Switching Scaling of an input see Section 7 3 e PIP feature see Section 7 4 e Panel Lock see Section 7 5 Understanding the UNIVERSAL Inputs The VP 747 has eight sets of inputs Each set consists of five BNC connectors R Pr G Y CV B Pb C Hs Cs and Vs each set can be programmed to operate as composite video s Video component video RGB YUV RGBS RGsB or RGBHV INPUT 1 and INPUT 2 can also accept DVI HDMI inputs The VP 747 is a universal presentation matrix switcher scaler you choose what type of source to connect to each input You can connect different video types or the same or similar video types See the examples in Figure 3 and Figure 4 Understanding the PREVIEW PROGRAM Outputs The VP 747 has two outputs a PREVIEW output and a PROGRAM output Each
15. 0Hz 16 1280x1024x60Hz Program Output Resolution P 7 cation Protocol Communic Set Commands Function Control Type Function Param 1 Param 2 Param 3 Param 4 Description Set Get 17 1280x1024x75Hz 18 1366x768x50Hz 19 1366x768x60Hz 20 1400x1050x50Hz 21 1400x1050x60Hz 22 1440x900x60Hz 23 1600x1200x50Hz 24 1600x1200x60Hz 25 1680x1050x60Hz 26 1920x1080x50Hz 27 cvt r 1920x1080x60Hz 28 1920x1200x60Hz 29 480px60Hz 30 576p 31 720px50Hz 32 720px60Hz 33 1080ix50Hz 34 1080ix60Hz 35 1080px50Hz 36 1080px60Hz 37 1080px24Hz 38 480px59 94Hz 39 720px59 94Hz 40 1080ix59 94Hz 41 1080px23 97Hz 42 1080px29 97Hz 43 1080px59 94Hz 44 Custom 1 45 Custom 2 46 Custom 3 47 Custom 4 100 100 Program Red Saturation 100 100 Program Green Saturation 2 Program Blue 100 100 Program Cyan Saturation 207 100 100 Program Magenta Saturation 208 100 100 Program Yellow Saturation 0 Custom 1 209 1 Custom 2 Program Custom Input 2 Custom 3 Target 3 Custom 4 Program Input Setti 10 512 3071 User Mode HT Program Input Setti Program Input Setting E erem Program Input Setting User Mode HA Program Input 5 User Mode HP Program Input Setting NEN VP 747 VP 747 mmunication Protocol Set Commands Function Control Type Function Param 1 Param 2 Param 3 Param 4 Description Set Get Program Input
16. 1 FADE Button Selects a dissolved transition from the PREVIEW output to the PROGRAM output 12 Selects a WIPE transition effect To choose the direction from where the effect starts left to right right to left or down see Section 8 1 3 Selects a SQUARE transition effect Selects a CHESSBOARD transition effect TRANSITION Buttons Selects a CIRCLE transition effect To choose the direction of the effect in or out see Section 8 1 3 Selects a CORNER transition effect CUT Button Selects an instantaneous transition from the PREVIEW output to the PROGRAM output Only for setting up the unit for the effect The effect only occurs when the Take button is pressed OSD Button Activates deactivates access to the OSD Menu on the Preview output gt Toggles within each level 2 command increases the range by one step la Moves up one step in the same level in the OSD menu Selects a DIAGONAL transition effect To choose the direction from where the effect starts top left bottom left top right or bottom right see Section 8 1 3 Moves down one step in the same level in the OSD menu Toggles within each level 2 command decreases the range by one step ENTER Button Moves to the next level in the OSD menu 25 MENU Button Displays the OSD Menu screen or moves to the previous level in the OSD menu LCD STATUS Displays the status of the unit and is used for menu navigati
17. 100 to 400 This function is available after setting the Zoom to custom 16 to 16 Not available if the zoom is set to 100 16 to 16 Not available if the zoom is set to 100 Low ow Activate deactivate the PIP feature On Off On Off 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 yp Picture Select the PIP source Channel 1 to Channel 8 Source ae Maintains the aspect ratio PIP Size Select the PIP size 1 25 1 16 1 9 1 4 or Custom 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 H Size Set custom size the actual range depends upon the input 14 resolution 1 to 255 VP 747 Operating the VP 747 Preview and Program Setting OSD Menus Setting Function Set custom size 1 to 255 5 Turn the PIP frame On or Off Select the color of the PIP frame Red Green or Blue Output 640x480x60Hz 640x480x75Hz 800x600x50Hz 800x600x60Hz 800x600x75Hz 832x624x60Hz 852x480x60Hz 1024x768x50Hz x60Hz 1024x768x60Hz 1024x768x75Hz 1280x768x50Hz 1280x768x60Hz 1280x720x60Hz 1280x800x60Hz 1280x1024x50Hz 1280x1024x60Hz 1280x1024x75Hz 1366x768x50Hz 1366x768x60Hz 1400x1050x50Hz 1400x1050x60Hz 1440x900x60Hz 1600x1200x50Hz 1600x1200x
18. 2 Connect the PROGRAM OUT DVI HDMI connector to the plasma display VGA 15 pin HD connector to the analog display R PR G Y B PB PR Y PB BNC OUTPUT connectors to the YUV acceptor for example a projector PR Y PB 3 Connect the PREVIEW OUT R PR G Y B PB HS and VS BNC OUTPUT connectors to the display R G B H V 4 Connect the power cord 5 If required connect APC RS 232 see Section 6 1 The Kramer VP 727A Audio Switcher via the AUDIO UNIT RS 485 port see Section 6 2 The Kramer VP 747T Presentation Switcher Control Panel via the TO CONTROLLER mini XLR port see Section 6 3 The Ethernet port see Section 6 4 Computer Graphics Source Plasma Display HDTV Satellite Anat og Receiver Computer Source Graphics Source Projector Display Display Figure 3 Connecting to the VP 747 VP 747 Connecting the VP 747 EXE 5 1 Connecting Different Source Types As the VP 747 is universal you can connect any type format of video to the inputs Figure 4 shows an example of how to connect eight sources to the rear panel of the VP 747 an RGBHV source an HDMI source a CV source a Y C source a component video source an HDTV source an RGBCs source and an RGB source Connecting the Different Source Types RGBHV HDMI Component RGBCs RGB R PR PR R R v e e B c P P
19. 60Hz 1680x1050x60Hz 1920x1080x50Hz Resolution 1920x1080x60Hz 1920x1200x60Hz 480px60Hz 576px60Hz 720px50Hz 720px60Hz 1080ix50Hz 1080ix60Hz 1080px50Hz 1080px60Hz 1080p 24Hz 480px59 94Hz 720px59 94Hz 1080ix59 94Hz 1080px23 97Hz 1080px29 97Hz 1080px59 94Hz or one of 4 Custom resolutions 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 HQV Color Set the Red Green Blue Cyan Magenta and Yellow saturation Setting 100 to 100 Setup Input Mode Setting see Figure 13 La Output mode setting see Figure 14 Geometry Application Select the output application Keystone Anyplace or Rotation Te the location of the display Front Ceiling Rear or Rear Horizontal Adjust the horizontal keystone 40 to 40 If the projector is located at an angle to the left or right of the screen p Vertical Adjust the vertical keystone 30 to 30 If the projector is located at an angle above or below the screen E d Diagonal Move the location of each corner of the display separately Projection horizontally and vertically Top Left Top Right Bottom Left Bottom Right or Reset to reset diagonal projections settings Pincushion Adjust the pincushion or barrel appearance of the screen 20 to 20 Barrel For projection onto curved surfaces
20. Amp control output CONTROLS image scaling Picture In Picture and aspect ratio change POWER 100 240 VAC 50 60Hz 65VA SOURCE DIMENSIONS 19 W 9 3 D 3RU H rack mountable VP 747T control panel 9 1 Default Communication Parameters RS 232 Communication Protocol 96007 115200 Dmb ig Ymom151m0wCR Ethernet 192 168 130 5000 VP 747 Technical Specifications 43 10 VP 747 Communication Protocol The following is the COM port setting Baud rate 9600 115200 Bits per second Parity None Data Bits 8bits Stop Bits 1bit Character Symbols Definitions Symbol Meaning eSpace Space CR Carriage Return ASCII code 0x0D LF or gt Line Feed ASCII code 0x0A Communication Confirm Send CR Reply CRLF gt Set Command Send Reply 2 CRLF gt Get Command Send Typelll FunctionBCR Reply Z Control_Type lFunction Param CRLF gt Example set Preview Source Type of Current Channel RGBHV Send YNOW43NONCR Reply ZNONA43NO0NCR Example get Preview Source Type of Current Channel Send Ymim43mCR Reply Zmim43m0m CRLF gt W ASCII Code 0x20 CR Ascii Code 0x0D CRLF Ascii Code 0x0d 0x0A After set type command setting The system responds with a string VP 747 VP 747 Communication Set Commands Functio
21. CV B Pb C Hs Cs and Vs each programmable for use as CV YC RGB YCbCr YPbPr RGBS or RGBHV PREVIEW 1 x HDMI DVI input connector HDMI and HDCP version 1 2 on a DVI connector OUTPUT 1 x VGA VGA through UXGA on 15 pin HD connector 1 x RGBHV YPbPr BNC connectors PROGRAM 1 x HDMI DVI input connector HDMI version 1 2 and HDCP version 1 2 on a DVI OUTPUT connector 1x VGA through UXGA on a 15 pin HD connector 1 x RGBHV YPbPr on BNC connectors OUTPUT 640x480 60Hz 640x480 75Hz 800x600 50Hz 800x600 60Hz 800x600 75Hz RESOLUTIONS 832x624 75Hz 852x480 60Hz 1024x768 50Hz 1024x768 60Hz 1024x768 75Hz 1280x720 60Hz 1280x768 50Hz 1280x768 60Hz 1280x800 60Hz 1280x1024 50Hz 1280x1024 60Hz 1280x1024 75Hz 1366x768 50Hz 1366x768 60Hz 1400x1050 50Hz 1400x1050 60Hz 1440x900 60Hz 1600x1200 50Hz 1600x1200 60Hz 1680x1050 60Hz 1920x1080 50Hz 1920x1080 60Hz 1920x1200 60Hz 480px60Hz 576p 720p 50Hz 720p 60Hz 1080i 50Hz 1080i 60Hz 1080p 50Hz 1080p 60Hz 1080p 24Hz for HDMI 480px59 94Hz 720px59 94Hz 1080ix59 94Hz 1080px23 97Hz 1080px29 97Hz 1080px59 94Hz or one of 4 Custom resolutions For the most up to date resolution list go to our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com CONTROLS Front panel buttons high contrast LCD IR remote control Ethernet AUDIO CONTROL RS 232 and RS 485 for optional T bar remote controller ADDITIONAL Freeze zoom different selectable vertical refresh rates Proc
22. Jj jo 0 10 0 Audio Follow Audio Follow Video or 1 Audio Breakaway Audio Breakaway 0 Off mmm Had m RN Audio 0 1 Audio Mute Follow 2 Blank 3 Freeze amp Blank 100 ______ O 0 Off Rm TT p ja ____ 808 0 25 j 2s jo 25 jo 25 TCPIPSubnetMask p j fso9 0 25 0 255 jo 255 0 255 p j ji j A5 0 Center 1 Top Left 311 2 Top Right ang Menu 3 Bottom Left 4 Bottom Right 0 F VP 747 VP 747 Communication Protocol Set Commands F Function Control Type Function Param 1 Param 2 Param 3 Param 4 Description 2 20 seconds 3 30 seconds 4 60 seconds 5 90 seconds 6 off 0 Off 1 On Kramer 0 Blank 1 Blue Misc Setting 2 Disable Analog Background Sync Misc Setting Baudrate Follow Output Misc Setting HDCP Follow Input j _____ 1400x1050 60HZ 1 1 1680x1050 60HZ 1280x1024 75HZ 1 Mode2 Mode Set Mode2 1280x1024 76HZ mmunication Protocol Set Commands Function Control Type Function Param 1 Param 2 Param 3 pe Description Set Get 0 Mode3 1280x768 60HZ 1 Mode Set Mode3 1366x768 60HZ 0 Manual Default 1 Auto it 0 Preview Channel 1 bit 1 Program 0 32767 Channel 1 1 gt 0 gt OFF bit 2 Preview bit 0 Program Chann
23. KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD USER MANUAL MODEL VP 747 Universal Presentation Matrix Switcher Scaler 2900 000563 Rev 3 VP 747 Quick Start Guide This guide takes you through a basic installation and first time use of your VP 747 For more detailed information see the VP 747 user manual You can download the latest manual at http www kramerelectronics com Step 1 Check what s in the box M The 747 Universal Presentation Matrix Switcher Scaler IR remote control transmitter with batteries Null modem adapter 1 Ef Set of rack ears A 1 Quick start guide Rubber feet A 1 User Manual Step 2 Install the VP 747 Mount the machine in a rack or place on a table Step 3 Connect inputs and outputs INPUTS RGBHV DVD Player Set Top DVD Player Betacam HDTV RGBS Separate RGB High Box Source Satellite For Presentation For Local Monitoring Step 3 Connect the controls Connect to the control ports optional RS 232 RS 485 and or the Ethernet Step 4 Connect the power Connect AC power to the rear of the VP 747 switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device Step 5 Operate via the front panel buttons and the remote control transmitter POWER Cycles power ax Li x TAKE causes a transition to occur ES m L CUT selects an instantaneous transition from Preview to FADE selects a dissolve
24. N access to the front panel buttons is blocked when Panel Lock is On including the PROGRAM and PREVIEW INPUT selector front panel buttons and the Program and Preview IR remote transmitter keys When Input Lock is Off then you can still access the 8x2 Input buttons and the TAKE button even if the Panel Lock is On VP 747 Operating the VP 747 8 1 5 3 Logo Download Use one of the rear panel USB ports to download a custom Logo to the VP 747 To download a new logo 1 Load the JPEG JPEG files are recognized up to 2048x1536 images to a USB memory stick 2 Insert the memory stick into one of the USB ports 3 In the Utility menu select Misc Settings and set Logo to Custom 4 Inthe Misc menu select Logo Download and press Enter 5 Ifa list of the available images is not shown press TAKE and then repeat step 4 above 6 Select the desired image and press Enter When the download is complete this takes several seconds the list of images no longer shows 8 1 5 4 Save Recall Erase Setting Commands You can save recall up to 8 settings In each setting you can preserve the entire machine s settings All parameters are saved recalled including the Universal Input configurations ProcAmp settings output resolutions and so on You can also erase a single setting or all of them This is useful for example for configuring the machine for multiple presentations Up to 8 presentation configurations can be saved in the ma
25. PROGRAM screen and the Component source is displayed on the PREVIEW screen Follow mode in which the PROGRAM input button is switched to the same position as the PREVIEW input button after the TAKE button is pressed Switching Scaling of an Input The VP 747 scales the selected sources to HDMI RGBHV or YUV and VGA simultaneously It switches seamlessly between sources using the selected special effects which include cuts fades and wipes Select the appropriate source from channel 1 to 8 via the Input command in both the Preview Setting OSD screen and or the Program Setting OSD screen see Section 8 1 via the IR or front panel pushbuttons or via the serial or Ethernet control Composite video s Video component video sometimes called YUV or Y B Y R Y or Y Pb Pr RGB YUV RGBS RGsB or RGBHV Understanding the PIP Button Feature The Picture in Picture inserter PIP is used for the simultaneous display of video and graphic sources and lets you display an inserted video PIP source over a graphic source for example a composite video or s Video PIP source inserted over a component RGB YUV RGBS RGsB or RGBHV graphic source or an inserted graphic PIP source over a video source for example a component graphics RGB YUV RGBS RGsB or RGBHV graphic PIP source inserted over a composite video s Video or component video source as in the table below Both the Preview and Program outputs can support the PIP
26. UTION When installing on a 19 rack avoid hazards by taking care that 1 It is 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 supplied with the machine VP 747 Installing in a Rack How to Rack Mount 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
27. al 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 e 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 e 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 15 backward compatible with DVI Digital Visual Interface e Supports two way communication between the video source such as a DVD player and the digital television enabling new functionality such as automatic configuration and one button play e Has the capacity to support existing high definition video formats 720p 1080i and 1080p 60 standard definition formats suc
28. and insert the proper screws not provided through each of the four holes in the rack ears Note e 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 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 http www kramerelectronics com 5 Connecting the VP 747 Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your VP 747 After connecting your VP 747 connect its power and then switch on the power to each device The VP 747 is a universal presentation matrix switcher scaler that lets you choose what sources to connect to the inputs For example you can connect just five sources an RGBHV source two DVI HDMI sources an HDTV source and an RGBS source as the example in Figure 3 shows To connect the VP 747 as illustrated in the example in Figure 3 do the following 1 Connect the following video sources An HDMI source to the INPUT DVI HDMI 1 connector An HDMI source to the INPUT DVI HDMI 2 connector An HDTV satellite receiver source to the R PR G Y CV and B PB C BNC INPUT 6 connectors PR Y PB An RGBHV computer graphics source to the R PR G Y CV B PB C HS CS and V BNC INPUT 8 connectors R G B H V
29. anty 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 Forthe 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 OF DAMAGES The liability of Kramer for any effective products is limited to the repair or replacement of the product at our option Kramer shall not be liable for 1 Damage to other property caused by defects in this product damages based upon inconvenience loss of use of the product loss oftime commercial loss or 2 Any other damages whether incidental consequential or otherwise Some countries may not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from place to place NOTE All products returned to Kramer for service must have prior approval This may be obtained from your dealer This equipment has been tested to determine compliance with the requirements of EN 50081 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic emiss
30. ared remote control transmitter that has a range of up to 15 meters and is powered by two AAA size 1 5V DC batteries VP 747 Operating the VP 747 39 Remote Transmitter Functions Keys Function Power Cycles power When the machine shuts down its outputs disables the front panel and causes the IR Receiver LED to light red instead of green Take Pressing TAKE causes the transition to occur The effect is only seen on the PROGRAM output Locks unlocks the front panel C Selects an instantaneous transition from the PREVIEW output to the PROGRAM output Only for setting up the unit for the effect The effect only occurs when the Take button is pressed Fade Selects a dissolved transition from the PREVIEW output to the PROGRAM output Selects a Diagonal transition effect Choose the direction from where the effect starts top left bottom left top right or bottom right see Section 8 1 3 Selects a WIPE transition effect Choose the direction from where the effec left to right right to left up or down Section 8 1 3 Program eo O O ce O O Selects a SQUARE transition effect Selects a CORNER transition effect Selects CHESSBOARD transition effect Picture Adjusts the picture contrast brightness saturation auto gain and auto image Freeze Toggles the freeze function of the output video image Toggles a blank screen Toggles the
31. chine s memory The Information Menu Items From the Info screen see Figure 18 you can verify the program and preview source video type and video standard as well as the PIP program and PIP Preview source video type and video standard The Info screen also displays the Preview and Program output resolutions Sync Mode Free Run Firmware Revision VSH 1 04 VSH 1 02 1 02 VSI 2 07 VSK 2 08 VSL2 04 VSD 11 0827 0827 Figure 18 Info Screen VP 747 Operating the VP 747 8 2 Operating via the Front Panel LCD Display You can control the VP 747 PREVIEW output from the front panel high contrast LCD Display using the e Front panel OSD buttons MENU ENTER 4 A and e Infrared remote control transmitter see Figure 20 keys MENU and the direction keys For example to set the time out to 60 seconds via the LCD Display using the front panel buttons do the following 1 Turn the VP 747 unit ON and press the OSD ON button if selected 2 Press the appropriate front panel OSD buttons as defined in Figure 19 Menu Effect Changing the speed of the Transition To set the speed of the transition press the following 1 MENU Left or Right 2 RIGHT two times 3 ENTER 4 DOWN two times 5 ENTER 6 Left or right to the correct value Figure 19 Example of how to use the LCD Display 8 3 Operating via the Infrared Remote Control Transmitter You can control the VP 747 remotely from the infr
32. d transition from Preview to E Om Program PANELLOCK Select transitions diagonal wipe circle square corner kl or chessboard Picture adjusts the contrast brightness and so on Freeze toggles the freeze function of the output L E DJ video image J Blank toggles a blank screen PIP toggles the picture in picture function oh Press the MENU button to access the menu oO D and show the main OSD menu gt The arrow buttons and ENTER button let you navigate within the OSD menu Press to select one of O L the eight inputs for both the program and 000000 O 0 0 0 preview outputs 888 Preview and Program separate buttons for Contents Introduction 2 Getting Started 2 1 Achieving the Best Performance 3 Overview 3 1 About HDMI 3 2 Defining the VP 747 Switcher Scaler 4 Installing in a Rack 5 Connecting the VP 747 5 1 Connecting Different Source Types 5 2 Connecting the Outputs 6 Connecting the VP 747 Control Ports 6 1 Connecting to the VP 747 via RS 232 6 2 Connecting the Audio Control Port 6 3 Connecting the VP 747 to the Kramer VP 747T 6 4 Connecting the VP 747 via the Ethernet port 7 Understanding the VP 747 7 1 Understanding the UNIVERSAL Inputs 7 2 Understanding the PREVIEW PROGRAM Outputs 7 3 Switching Scaling of an Input 7 4 Understanding the PIP Button Feature 7 5 Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel 8 Operat
33. damping 1 damping with a maximum jump size of 10 steps 2 damping with a maximum jump size of 5 steps Transition Damping 3 damping with a maximum jump size of 3 steps 4 damping with a maximum jump size of 2 steps 0 Top left 1 Bottom left iti fect Option 2 Top right i 3 Bottom right 0 Left to right 1 Right to left Transition Ei 2 Up Wipe 3 Down 0 In Transition Effect Option 1 Out Circle 78 0 In Transition Effect Option 1 Out Square 1 Bottom left Transition 2 Top right 3 Bottom right Transition Effect Opti Chessboard m ow wi Bar Optimization Checksum Rule 1 Set Command Only 16 240 Checksum 2 Checksum Control Type Function Param1 256 3 Example 0 283 100 127 VP 747 VP 747 Communication Protocol Set Commands Function Control Type Function Param 1 Param 2 Param 3 Param 4 Description Set Get 0 Channel 1 1 Channel 2 2 Channel 3 286 3 Channel 4 Audio Program input 4 Channel 5 5 Channel 6 6 Channel 7 7 Channel 8 Audio Program Output 9 Volume 22 Mute ES 289 0 127 Audio Program Input Delay 0 Channel 1 1 Channel 2 2 Channel 3 3 Channel 4 Audio Preview input 4 Channel 5 5 Channel 6 6 Channel 7 7 Channel 8 Audio Preview Input Audio headphone source 12 4 Audio Headphone 12 Mute p
34. definable output mode recommended for advanced users only non standard settings may not be recognized by the display device The VP 727A Audio Switcher and VP 727A BA Balanced Audio Switcher audio companion switchers for the VP 747 and either can operate in conjunction with it and the VP 747T Presentation Switcher Control Panel and also with the VP 727T In particular the VP 747 features e Silicon Optix HQV Video Processing Hollywood Quality Video which represents the 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 e Eight sets of universal INPUT BNC connectors R PR G Y CV B PB C Hs Cs and Vs Each set can be programmed to operate as composite video s Video component video RGsB YUV RGBS or RGBHV Sometimes called YUV or Y B Y R Y or Y Pb Pr The component input type HDTV or YCbCr be set as HD or SD e Two DVI HDMI inputs the HDMI connector connects to a DVD source via the Kramer ADC DM HF adapter for input 1 and input 2 that support up to 1 65Gbps bandwidth per graphic channel suitable for resolutions up to UXGA at 60Hz and for all HD resolutions e 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 e Scaling of selected
35. e 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 Removal orinstallation of the product vi Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect vii Cartons equipment enclosures cables or accessories used in conjunction with the product WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR AND WHAT WE WILL NOT PAY FOR We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items We will not pay for the following 1 Removalor installations charges 2 Costs of initial technical adjustments set up including adjustment of user controls or programming These costs are the responsibility of the Kramer dealer from whom the product was purchased 3 Shipping charges HOW YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE 1 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 warr
36. el 2 Channel 8 bit 3 Program bit 1 Preview Channel 2 0 32767 Freeze bit 4 Preview 1 gt ON 0 gt OFF bit 2 Program Channel 3 bit 0 Chessboard Freeze bit 5 Program un lock bit 3 Preview Blank 2 bit 4 Blank bit 6 Preview bit 3 Enter 5 BP Channel 4 Keypad LED status bit 4 Left bit 6 Program PIP bit 7 Program bit 5 Up bit 7 Take Channel 4 bit 6 Down bit 8 Cut bit 8 Preview s bit 9 Diagonal bit 10 Circle ane Comer bit 10 Preview bit 12 Fade Channel 6 bi 13 Wipe bit 11 Program bit 14 Square Channel 6 bit 12 Preview Channel 7 bit 13 Program 14 Preview 0 Off Auto Image Mode VP 747 VP 747 Communication Protocol LIMITED WARRANTY We warrant this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms HOWLONGIS THE WARRANTY Labor and parts are warranted for seven years from the date of the first customer purchase WHOIS PROTECTED Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty WHATIS COVERED AND WHATIS NOT COVERED Except as below this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product The following are not covered by the warranty 1 Any product which is not distributed by us or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer If you are uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in th
37. ems 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 747 Universal Presentation Matrix Switcher Scaler The VP 747 is a true multi standard video to graphics scaler and seamless switcher with eight universal inputs comprised of five BNC connectors each of which can accommodate a composite video s Video Y C component video RGB YUV RGBS or RGBHV signal Input 1 and input 2 also accommodate DVI HDMI inputs The HDMI connector connects to a DVD source via the Kramer ADC adapter It has dual scalers one for the preview and the other for the program output Dual scalers are required to do live seamless transitions from one Source to another It is ideal for these typical applications e Presentation applications that require a preview option e Projection systems in conference room
38. function Since the HDMI signal is HDCP protected an HDMI signal cannot appear on a display that is not HDCP compliant VP 747 Understanding the VP 74 PIP Source VIDEO GRAPHIC Main cv HDMI Source YUV cv Yc No No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes VIDEO Sear ves Yes No No No RGBHV Yes Yes No No HDMI Yes Yes No No No No No No Select the PIP source from channel 1 to 8 via the PIP source command in both the Preview Setting OSD screen and or the Program Setting OSD screen Activate the PIP Feature by e Pressing the PIP front panel button e Switching on the PIP functionality via the OSD Menu see Section 8 1 e Pressing the PIP key on the remote control transmitter see Section 8 3 e Selecting the Serial or the Ethernet port e Pressing the PIP button on the VP 747T Presentation Switcher Control Panel Use the OSD menu see Section 8 1 to e Select the PIP type e Resize the PIP e Create a PIP frame standing the VP 747 25 7 5 Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel To prevent changing the settings accidentally or tampering with the unit via the front panel buttons lock your VP 747 Unlocking releases the protection mechanism When the front panel is locked control is still available via RS 232 the Ethernet and or the CONTROL connector To lock the VP 747 e Press and hold for a few seconds the PANEL LOCK button on the front
39. h as NTSC or PAL as well as 480p and 576p 3 2 Defining the VP 747 Switcher Scaler This section defines the VP 747 887 MOOG DH ks 8L ch LJ in ELEN Ou 5 gt gm t Figure 1 VP 747 Universal Presentation Matrix Switcher Scaler Front Panel 47 Overview Feature Function 1 IR Receiver LED Green when ON red when OFF OFF in this case means that the outputs and the front panel are disabled INPUTS Selects the video source from 1 to 8 for the Preview output From the five BNC universal inputs for each of the inputs The INPUT buttons 1 and 2 can also select the DVI HDMI sources Toggles the picture in picture function on and off on the Preview output PIP BLANK Toggles between a blank screen and the selected input on the preview output PREVIEW FREEZE Freezes the output video image toggle on the Preview output INPUTS Selects the video source from 1 to 8 for the Program output FREEZE Freezes the output video image toggle on the Program output BLANK Toggles between a blank screen and the selected input on the Program output PP Toggles the picture in picture function on and off on the Program output 10 TAKE Button Pressing TAKE causes the transition to occur The effect is only seen in PROGRAM Mode The PREVIEW screen blanks during the transition 1
40. ing the VP 747 8 1 Operating via the OSD MENU Screen 8 2 Operating via the Front Panel LCD Display 8 3 Operating via the Infrared Remote Control Transmitter 8 4 Operating via the Ethernet 9 Technical Specifications 9 1 Default Communication Parameters 10 VP 747 Communication Protocol Figures Figure 1 VP 747 Universal Presentation Matrix Switcher Scaler Front Panel Figure 2 VP 747 Universal Presentation Matrix Switcher Scaler Rear Panel Figure 3 Connecting to the VP 747 Figure 4 Example for Connecting the INPUTS Figure 5 Connecting the PREVIEW OUT PROGRAM OUT Connectors Figure 6 Crossed Cable RS 232 Connection Figure 7 Straight Cable RS 232 Connection with a Null Modem Adapter Figure 8 Connecting the VP 727A to the VP 747 Figure 9 Connecting the VP 747 to the VP 747T Figure 10 PREVIEW and PROGRAM Output Example Figure 11 Menu Screen Icons Figure 12 Preview and Program Setting OSD Menus Figure 13 Input Mode Setting Screen Figure 14 Output Mode Setting Screen Figure 15 Transition Screen Figure 16 Audio Screen Figure 17 Utility Screen Figure 18 Info Screen Figure 19 Example of how to use the LCD Display Figure 20 Remote Transmitter Figure 21 VP 747 Control Application Screen 34 35 38 39 40 42 VP 747 Contents 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 probl
41. ion standard Part 1 Residential commercial and light industry EN 50082 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic immunity standard Part 1 Residential commercial and light industry environment CFR 47 FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15 Radio frequency devices Subpart B Unintentional radiators CAUTION WP Servicing the machines can only be done by an authorized Kramer technician Any user who makes changes modifications to the unit without the expressed approval of the manufacturer will void user authority to operate the equipment WP Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine WP Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components FCC and approved using STP cable for twisted pair products For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit our Web site where updates to this user manual may be found We welcome your questions comments and feedback Web site www kramerelectronics com KRAMER E mail info kramerel com SAFETY WARNING Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening and servicing P N 2900 000563 Rev 3
42. ition menu to on see Section 8 1 3 Up to four VP 747 machines can be connected to the VP 747T Presentation Switcher Control Panel You can connect the VP 747 to the VP 747T by e One to one connection from the TO CONTROLLER mini XLR connector on the VP 747 to the TO VP 747 mini XLR connector on the VP 747T e Wired connection from the TO CONTROLLER mini XLR connector on the VP 747 to the TO VP 747 3 pin terminal block connector on the VP 747T see Section 6 3 VP 747 Connecting the VP 747 Control Ports 6 3 1 VP 747 Connecting the VP 747 Control Ports Connect the VP 747 to the VP 747T by Wired Connection To connect the VP 747 to the Kramer VP 747T Presentation Switcher Control Panel via the 3 pin terminal block connector as illustrated in Figure 9 do the following e Connect the A PIN on the TO CONTROLLER mini XLR connector of the VP 747 to the A PIN on the RS 485 rear panel port of the VP 747T unit e Connect the B PIN on the TO CONTROLLER mini XLR connector of the VP 747 to the B PIN on the RS 485 rear panel port of the VP 747T unit e If shielded twisted pair cable is used the shield may be connected to the G Ground PIN on one of the units VP 747 Mini XLR Connector To CONTROLLER TO 747 MACH 1 MACH 2 MACH 3 4 ABG ABG VP 747T Side Panel VP 747T Figure 9 Connecting the VP 747 to the VP 747T For the best results when working with
43. n 22 Function 1 Param 2 Param 3 Param 4 Description Take B 0 Channel 1 1 Channel 2 2 Channel 3 3 Channel 4 4 5 Preview Input Source 5 Channel 6 6 Channel 7 7 Channel 8 0 RGBHV 1 RGBS PC 2 RGsB PC Preview Input ji bes HDMI only be 5 YCbCr selected for Channel 1 6 Y C or Channel 2 7 Video 8 HDMI 0 Auto 1 NTSC 2 PAL 3 PAL M 4 PAL N 5 NTSC 4 43 Preview Input Video 6 SECAM Standard 7 PAL 60 Communication Protocol Set Commands F Function Control Type Function Param 1 Param 4 Description Set Preview Input Main Source H Position N unfixed changes with Input Mode Preview Input Main Source V Position N unfixed changes with Input Mode Preview Input Frequency miny2 min 0 max changes with Input Mode Preview Input Phase only for VGA Source Preview Auto Image Preview Over Scan Status Preview Picture Brightness Preview Picture Contrast Preview Picture Color Preview Picture Hue Preview Picture Sharpness 180 g 0 31 Off 1 On Preview Picture Output Gamma Preview Picture Film Mode Preview Picture Temporal NR Preview Picture Mosquito NR Preview Picture Detail Medium Enhancement High Preview Picture Luma Transition Enhance Preview Picture Chroma Transition Enhance Best Fit Lette
44. on Display 27 PANEL LOCK Locks unlocks the front panel Button Press and hold for about 2 seconds to toggle CONTROLLER ETHERNET To PREVIEW OUT DVI HDMI PROGRAM OUT PROGRAMMING 5 o z 8 9 4 DVI HDMI vs 900 Z N C AN Sw Z 55 9 O OO O YOO A 6 7 N N 7 ass f 1 N DVI HDMI 1 Figure 2 VP 747 Universal Presentation Matrix Switcher Scaler Rear Panel VP 747 Overview Feature Function PROGRAM OUT Connects to the PROGRAM display device component video or RGB or RGBHV acceptor oo called YUV Y B Y R Y Y Pb Pr or Y PREVIEW Connects to the PREVIEW display device OUT Connectors component video or RGB or RGBHV acceptor RS 232 9 pin D sub Connector Connects to PC or Serial Controller TO AUDIO UNIT Connects to the Kramer VP 727A Audio Switcher optional Pins and Port are for RS 485 pin G may be connected to the Ground or the shield if desired Connects to your LAN Connects to the Kramer VP 747T Presentation Switcher Control Panel CONTROLLER optional Pins B and A are for RS 485 pin G may be connected to the Mini XLR Ground or the shield if desired Connector VGA 15 pin HD Connects to a VGA analog interface graphics Connector acceptor
45. ons 8 1 1 Preview and Program Setting Commands Me je pe ped Po et e ped Program Transition Audio Utility Info Preview Transition Audio Utility Info Figure 12 Preview and Program Setting OSD Menus Preview and Program Setting OSD Menus Source Select the input source Channel 1 to 8 Channel 1 Type Set the video type RGBHV RGBS PC Video RGsB PC Video RGBHV YCbCr Y C or video HDMI for input 1 and input 2 only 4 43 SECAM or PAL 6 The range changes according to the input mode VPosion Sethevecapostn Adjust the frequency for UXGA inputs Adjust the phase only for VGA Source 0 to 31 lo ___ 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 H Position V Position Phase and Frequency Overscan Allows stretching of the outputted picture On or Off On Enabled only for HD input resolutions Brightness Adjustthe brightness 601050 10 00 Contrast s0050 0 coo s0050 0 COET jo Temporal NR Set the temporal noise reduction level Off Low Medium or High You do not have to press ENTER after selecting the desired parameter to change it Mosquito NR Set the Mosquito noise reduction level Off Low Medium High L Block NR Set the block noise reduction level Off o
46. ows the input or the 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 Auto Image Manual or Auto Mode Set Mode 1 1400x1050 60Hz or 1680x1050 60Hz 1680x1050x60Hz Mode 2 1280x1024x75Hz or 1280x1024 76Hz 1280x1024x75Hz Mode 3 1280x768 60Hz or 1366x768 60Hz 1280x768x60Hz Save Save profile from 1 to 8 see Section 8 1 5 1 Recall Recall profile from 1 to 8 r 11 Erase profile from 1 to 8 or all Factory reset Save Lock The Save Lock qualifies the Panel Lock When set to On the status of the Panel lock is saved on power down and then recalled when the unit is turned on again For a description of how to lock the front panel using the PANEL LOCK button see Section 7 5 If the Save Lock is OFF the Panel Lock is OFF when the machine is powered up even if the Panel Lock was ON before the power was turned OFF Input Lock The Input Lock qualifies the Panel Lock When set to On the 8x2 Input buttons and the TAKE button are included in the buttons which are locked when the Panel Lock is on If the Input Lock is O
47. panel The front panel is locked and the PANEL LOCK button is illuminated Pressing a button has no effect To unlock the VP 747 e Press and hold for a few seconds the illuminated PANEL LOCK button on the front panel Or the Lock key on the infrared remote control transmitter see Figure 20 e The front panel unlocks and the PANEL LOCK button is no longer illuminated For a description of the Save Lock and Input Lock OSD functions see Section 8 1 5 VP 747 Understanding the VP 747 8 8 1 VP 747 Operating the VP 747 Operating the VP 747 You can operate the VP 747 via the e OSD Menu see Section 8 1 e LCD Display see Section 8 2 e Infrared Remote Control Transmitter see Section 8 3 Ethernet RS 232 see Section 8 4 Operating via the OSD MENU Screen The OSD superimposes a menu on the Preview screen from which you can control your VP 747 When the OSD front panel button is on pressing the MENU button on the front panel or the Menu key on the infrared remote control transmitter displays the first OSD screen or the last used OSD screen the Preview Setting screen If the OSD is off pressing the MENU button on the front panel or the Menu key on the infrared remote control transmitter does not display the Menu screen In this case you can navigate via the front panel LCD Figure 11 defines the six interactive icons ov pw e be Po Program Transition Audio Utility Info Figure 11 Menu Screen Ic
48. r On Hi Detail Set the detail enhancement Off Low Medium or High Off Enhancement VP 747 Operating the VP 747 Preview and Program Setting OSD Menus Setting Function Default Luma Transition Set the luminance transition enhance level Off Low or High Enhance Chroma Set the chrominance transition enhance level Off Low or High L Transition Enhance Scale Aspect Ratio Set the aspect ratio Best fit Best Fit The best possible compromise between the input and the output aspect ratios without distorting or cropping the picture 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 resolution 1920x1200 as 16 9 Virtual Wide Follow Input Shows the picture without scaling it pixel to pixel mapping Custom H Pan Horizontal pan 16 to 16 Available when selecting Custom aspect ratio V Pan Vertical pan 16 to 16 Available when selecting Custom aspect ratio H Zoom Horizontal zoom 8 to 8 Available when selecting Custom aspect ratio V Zoom Vertical zoom 8 to 8 Available when selecting Custom aspect ratio Zoom Set the Zoom 100 150 200 225 250 275 300 325 350 375 400 Custom 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
49. ram Picture Color Program Picture Hue Program Picture Sharpness Program Picture Output Program Picture Film Program Picture Temporal NR Program Picture Mosquito NR Program Picture Detail Medium Enhancement High Program Picture Luma Transition Enhance Program Picture Chroma Transition Enhance Best Fit Letterbox Follow Output Program Scale Aspect 3 Virtual Wide i 4 Follow Input p a rg Sene Fan p p v X pe e p ProzamScae p p v js 20 jo p hr fpe E E Eegem Seale vem mmunication Protocol Set Commands F Function Function Param 1 Control Get Set 5 275 6 300 7 325 8 350 9 375 10 400 11 Custom 0 Picture In Picture 1 Picture Picture ANOARWNH Param 2 Param 3 Param 4 Description Program Scale Custom Zoom Program Scale Zoom V Pan Program PIP Source Program PIP Size ILLI Em P e ha 22 8 P e ha E LE E m 0 Red Program PIP Frame Color 1 Green 2 Blue 0 Native 1 640 480 x60Hz 2 640x480 x75Hz 3 800x600 x50Hz 4 800x600 x60Hz 5 800x600 x75Hz 6 832x624 x75Hz 7 852x480 x60Hz 8 1024x768 x50Hz 9 1024x768 x60Hz 10 1024x768 x75Hz 11 1280x720 x60Hz 12 1280x768 x50Hz 13 1280x768 x60Hz 14 1280x800 x60Hz 15 1280x1024x5
50. rbox Follow Output Preview Scale Aspect Set Commands F Function 21 ie Function 1 2 3 4 Virtual Wide 4 Follow Input 5 Custom Preview Scale Preview Scale Preview Scale H Zoom Preview Scale Preview Scale Zoom Zoom Pan Pan 0 Off 0 Picture In Picture 1 Picture Picture Preview PIP Type 2 Split 0 Channel 1 Channel 2 Channel 3 Channel 4 Channel 5 Channel 6 Channel 7 Channel Preview PIP Source Preview PIP Size Preview PIP Preview PIP Preview PIP Preview PIP DOR Preview PIP Frame 1 81 Preview PIP Frame Color munication Protocol Set Commands Function Control Type Function Param 1 Param 2 Param 3 Param 4 Description Set Get 0 Native 1 640x480 60Hz 2 640x480 75Hz 3 800x600 50Hz 4 800x600 60Hz 5 800x600 75Hz 6 832x624 75Hz 7 852x480 60Hz 8 1024x768 50Hz 9 1024x768 60Hz 1024x768 75Hz 1280x720 60Hz 1280x768 50Hz 1280x768 60Hz 1280x800 60Hz 1280x1024 50Hz 1280x1024 60Hz 1280x1024 75Hz 1366x768 50Hz 1366x768 60Hz 1400x1050 50Hz 1400x1050 60Hz 1440x900 60Hz 1600x1200 50Hz 1600x1200 60Hz 1680x1050 60Hz Preview Output 1920x1080 50Hz Resolution 1920x1080 60Hz CVT R 28 1920x1200 60Hz 29 480px60Hz 30 576p 31 720p 50Hz 32 720p 60Hz 33 1080i 50Hz 34 1080i 60Hz 35 1080p 50Hz 36 1080p 60Hz 37 1080p 24Hz 38 480px59 94Hz 39
51. ready includes the flow control jumpering described in VP 747 Connecting the VP 747 Control Ports 6 2 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 7 Straight Cable RS 232 Connection with a Null Modem Adapter Connecting the Audio Control Port The Kramer VP 727A Audio Switcher operates in conjunction with the VP 747 When connected the audio switcher signals follow the video signals See the separate VP 727A user manual on our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com To connect the VP 747 to the Kramer VP 727A Audio Switcher via the TO AUDIO UNIT RS 485 port as illustrated in the example in Figure 8 do the following e Connect the A PIN on the AUDIO CONTROL RS 485 rear panel port of the VP 747 to the A PIN on the RS 485 rear panel port of the VP 727A unit e Connect the B PIN on the AUDIO CONTROL RS 485 rear panel port of the VP 747 to the B PIN on the RS 485 rear panel port of the VP 727A unit e If shielded twisted pair cable is used the shield may be connected to the Ground PIN on one of the units 6 3 Figure 8 Connecting the VP 727A to the VP 747 Connecting the VP 747 to the Kramer VP 747T For optimal operation of the VP 747 via the VP 747T set the VP 747 Optimize T Bar mode in the Trans
52. s board rooms auditoriums hotels and churches e Presentations requiring seamless switching between inputs using special effects cuts and fades Introduction 2 2 1 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 Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables Use only the power cord that is supplied with this machine Go to http www kramerelectronics com to check for up to date user manuals application programs and to check if firmware upgrades are available where appropriate 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 Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality Position your Kramer VP 747 away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust VP 747 Getting Started 9 Overview The VP 747 Universal Presentation Matrix Switcher Scaler is a true multi standard video to graphics scaler and presentation switcher for a wide variety of presentation and multimedia applications It consists of a very high quality scaler with many user selectable graphics or HDTV output resolutions as well as a user
53. sign to improve video quality by reducing chroma and temporal noise e Reduced digital artifacts such as mosquito and block noise T bar emulation via RS 232 e A rugged professional 19 30 rack mountable metal enclosure universal 100 240V AC automatic power supply and rear panel power switch Control the VP 747 via the e Front panel and a user friendly menu driven OSD see Section 8 1 e High contrast LCD Display see Section 8 2 e IR remote control transmitter see Section 8 3 Ethernet RS 232 see Section 8 4 e Kramer VP 747T Presentation Switcher Control Panel See the separate user manual on our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 3 1 About HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface HDMI is an uncompressed all digital audio video interface widely supported in the entertainment and home cinema industry 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 e Provides a simple interface between any audio video source such as a set top box DVD player or A V receiver and video monitor such as a digit
54. th the PREVIEW and the PROGRAM outputs 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 Saving of all settings in non volatile memory in the unit Support for firmware upgrade via USB A sophisticated front panel lockout see Section 7 5 A Take button for executing preview to program switching with transition effects which include cuts fades and wipes The direction of the wipe may be selected by the user The speed of each transition can be adjusted ProcAmp controls for both outputs processing amplification enables adjustment of different video and audio signal parameters Multi standard video support PAL SECAM and NTSC 3 58 4 43 e A built in Time Base Corrector TBC that stabilizes video sources with unstable sync e Multiple color space outputting RGB or YUV e Support for 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 e Digital reprocessing of the signal to correct mastering errors and regenerates the video at a chosen line and pixel rate format providing for example native resolution video for LCD DLP and Plasma displays e Scaling of graphics resolutions to other resolutions Aunique graphics scaling engine with image enhancement algorithms which are built into the firmware A special de
55. ult Bottom left Top right Bottom right Circle Square Corner Chessboard Each block within the chessboard either shrinks In or expands out Pressing causes the transition from preview to program SWAP or FOLLOW If the resolutions of Preview and Program are different pressing the TAKE button when in the Freeze mode disables the Freeze mode On Off For optimal performance set to ON when working with the VP 747T presentation switcher control panel When ON the resolution of the PREVIEW output is always identical to the PROGRAM output 8 1 4 The Audio Menu Items The audio menu controls the VP 727A audio companion Download up to date Kramer user manuals from the Internet at this URL http www kramerelectronics com See the VP 727A user manual for further detail I e Preview Program Transition Utility Figure 16 Audio Screen Audio Screen Functions Setting Function Default Program Source Channel 1 to Channel 8 Channel 1 Input Volume 82 mute to 45 Output Volume 22 mute to 9 Delay 0 to 127 msec Sets the pipeline delay of the audio to compensate the delay in the video processing Headphones ee Calibration Fade On or Off Mute Follow Freeze Blank or Freeze amp Blank Take In the breakaway mode preview and program audio inputs switch positions m Audio Follow Video Follow or audio breakaway 8 1 5 The Utility Menu Items

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