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1. Video Command Name Permission Transparency Description Syntax Set the image size IMAGE PROP s P1 IMAGE PROP lt P1 P6 Response Set Get n n IMAGE PROP s P7 P22 Parameters P1 Scaler number 1 Scaler 1 2 Scaler2 P2 Status 0 Scan 1 Full 2 Best Fit 3 PanScan 3 Letter Box 5 Under 2 6 Under 1 triggers Response is sent to the from which the Set before execution Get command was received After execution response is sent to all com ports if CMD NAME was set any other external control device button press device menu and similar or genlock status was changed Sets the image properties of the selected scaler ni Command Type Video Command Name Permission Transparency Eu Description Syntax Response Set Get nn SCLR PCAUTO s P7 P2 Parameters P1 Scaler number 1 Scaler 1 2 Scaler2 P2 Off On 0 Off 1 On Response triggers Response is sent to the com port from which the Set before execution Get command was received After execution response is sent to all com ports if CMD NAME was set any other external control device button press device menu and similar or genlock status was changed Notes Sets the PC Auto sync of the selected scaler Command Sca
2. 4 No Signal LENT Audio settings 1 2 oxo No Signal Li Ld EDID No Signal 2 rom rout 3 d Audo Folow Video Data routing HOBT1 Authentication No Signal gt HDBT2 Audio out No Sonal 3 ADO OUT HDBT3 AUX No Signal Se te gt PC1 No Signal No Signal gt 28 BS BS TPI No Signal L gt V0 30 192 168 1 39 Figure 15 The Switching Page Figure 16 explains the icons used to switch inputs and outputs Edit input details Ouipul 8 PC2 800 600 60 1 HDMM HDBT input 4 Input resolution Switch audio Audio Follow Video Switch aud vid Switch video Edit output details Move to scaler page Move to EDID page Figure 16 Switching Page Input and Output Icons You can also edit the input and output button by clicking the edit icon VP 553 Using the Embedded Web Pages To edit output button select that button and click the edit icon The output edit window appears Switching Volume Line Monitor Input 1 HDMM 49 19 No Signal HDMI2 No Signal HDMI3 No Signal o gt input 4 Audio Follow Video No Signal HDBT2 Audio out No Signal 3 ADO OUT HDBT3 aux No Signal Output 1 HDMIT HDBT S BS 8 a8 1 Resolution 720P60
3. Signal Output Follow Auxiliary Mixer On 2 No Signal 3 Auxiliary Level 100 Output Volume 80 4 1 No Signal 3 HDBT OUT IR OUT HDBT2 HDBT1 HDBT3 Figure 17 Edit Output Buttons The OUT 1 edit window lets you change the name of the output as it will appear on the Web page and save it set the resolution the HDCP settings the Auxiliary mixer ON or OFF and set the Auxiliary level as well as the output volume and the IR transmission route to the HDBT output see OUT 2 does not include the IR routing selection line Output 2 Resolution 720 60 Output HDCP Follow Auxiliary Mixer On Auxiliary Level 100 Output Volume gg Figure 18 Edit Output Buttons To edit input button select that button and click the edit icon The input edit window appears Switching Volume Line Monitor Output Input 73 60 1 HDMI1 HDB 1 HDMH input 1 No Singal 1 Audio Follow Video HDMI2 e singal HDMI3 1920x1200 60RB 2 HDMI2 wa from input 3 2 HDBT1 x No singal HDBT2 Audio out No singal ij 3 AUDI HDBT3 Input 1 HDMI BL No singal Embed Vol 74 PC1 Be No singal Analog Vol 55 mmm 2 singal 1 singal Figure 19 Edit Input Buttons The input edit window lets you change the name of the input as it will appear on the Web page and save it and also set the embedded and analog volume separately The i
4. INPUTS Edd 1 INPUTS 7 INPUTS 7 CV INPUTS 7 2 3 1 2 3 1 2 1 2 1 2 BLANK MuTE FREEZE 500000000000 000 414 XGA720P SELECT 11000000 006 5606 9 80009 L1 USB 1 USB 2 USB 3 USB 4 Our 1 Our 2 Presentation Switcher Scaler Figure 1 VP 553 Presentation Switcher Scaler Front Panel Feature Function TO OUT 1 Press a button to switch an input to the OUT 1 output HDMI inputs from 1 to 3 HDBT inputs from 1 to 3 PC inputs from 1 to 2 TP inputs from 1 to 2 and CV inputs from 1 to 2 Press to toggle between a blank screen and the display on OUT 1 and OUT 2 separately can be programmed to follow MUTE see Section 6 2 5 7 Press to toggle between muting blocking out the sound and enabling the embedded audio output for OUT 1 and OUT 2 separately Note that the mute button will not affect the LINE and MONITOR outputs Press to freeze unfreeze the output video image on OUT 1 and OUT 2 separately can be programmed to follow MUTE see Section 6 2 5 a E 1 Navigation Button Press to decrease numerical values or select from several definitions Buttons When not within the OSD menu mode press to reduce volume for embedded HDMI inputs this does not affect the embedded output Press to move up the menu list values see Section 6 2 Press to move down the menu list see Section 6 2 gt Button Press to increase numerical values or select from several definitions When not within
5. Permission Transparency Description Syntax Set the scaler audio delay SCLR AUDIO DELAY sjP1 Get the scaler audio delay SCLR AUDIO DELAY gt P1 Response Set Get nne SCLR AUDIO DELAY 54 2 Parameters 1 Audio output number 0 Audio out 1 Scaler 1 2 Scaler2 P2 Level selecetion O Off 1 to8 10ms to80ms 10ms steps 9 Auto Response triggers Response is sent to the com port from which the Set before execution Get command was received After execution response is sent to all com ports if CMD NAME was set any other external control device button press device menu and similar or genlock status was changed Notes Sets the audio delay for the selected audio output Command Equalizatio Command Type Audio Command Name Permission Transparency Description Syntax Set the equalization level EQ LVL P1 P2 P3 Get the equalization level EQ LVL s P1 P2 Response Set Get nn e 1 2 3 Parameters P1 Audio output number 0 Audio out 1 Scaler 1 2 Scaler2 P2 frequency number 0 120 1 200 3 500 4 1200 5 3000 6 7500 8 12000 Level 0 10 20 0dB 40 10dB Response triggers Response is sent to the com port from which the Set before execution Get command was received After execution response is sent to all com ports if CMD NAME was set any other external control device button press device menu and similar
6. Step 7 Operate via the front panel buttons and via the IR Remote Controller RS 232 and Ethernet Embedded Web Page Kramer VP 553 Controller Switching Any baud rate up to 115 200 None Example Route the video from the HOMIS input to the output port ROUTE 1 1 2 cr Ethernet nter Maximum UDP Full Factory Reset loo Go to Menu gt Factory gt RESET Change the option to YES and press Enter Device settings USB routing 3909 0 3 Audio settings eee 0 9 0 EDID Data routing C69 000 m EP 9 0 S Authentication About Contents 1 Introduction 2 Getting Started 2 1 Achieving the Best Performance 2 2 Safety Instructions 2 3 Recycling Kramer Products 3 Overview 3 1 Using the USB Switcher 3 2 Using Twisted Pair Cable for HDBT 3 3 Shielded Twisted Pair STP Unshielded Twisted Pair UTP 3 4 Defining the VP 553 Presentation Switcher Scaler 4 Installing in a Rack 5 Connecting the VP 553 5 1 Connecting the Balanced Stereo Audio Input and Outputs 6 Controlling the VP 553 6 1 Controlling via the Front Panel Buttons 6 2 Using the OSD Menu 6 3 Connecting to the VP 553 via RS 232 6 4 Operating via Ethernet 6 5 Controlling via the Infrared Remote Control Transmitter 7 Using the Embedded Web Pages 7 1 Browsing the VP 553 Web Pages 7 2 The Switching Page 7 3 The Scaler Page 7 4 The Device
7. The VP 553 RS 232 Communication Protocol The VP 553 can be operated using serial commands from a PC remote controller or touch screen The unit communicates using the default Kramer Protocol 3000 e Kramer Protocol 3000 syntax see Section 9 1 e Kramer Protocol 3000 command list see Section 9 2 e Kramer Protocol 3000 detailed commands See Section 9 3 Kramer Protocol 3000 Syntax Protocol 3000 communicates at a data rate of 115200 baud no parity 8 data bits and 1 stop bit Host Message Format Start Address optional Body Delimiter Destination_id Message Simple Command Command string with only one command without addressing Start Body Delimiter Command SP Parameter_1 Parameter_2 Command String Formal syntax with commands concatenation and addressing Start Address Body Delimiter Destination_id Command 1 Parameter1_1 Parameter1_2 Command 2 Parameter2 1 Parameter2 2 Command 3 Parameter3 1 Parameter3 2 Device Message Format Start Address optional Body delimiter Sender_id Message Device Long Response Echoing command Start Address optional Body Delimiter Sender_id Command Param1 2 Carriage return ASCII 13 0 0 Line feed ASCII 10 0x0A Space ASCII 32 0x20 Terms A sequence of ASCII letters A Z a z and Command and parameters must be separated by at least one space
8. Parameters A sequence of alphameric ASCII characters 0 9 2 8 7 and some special characters for specific commands Parameters are separated by commas Message string Every command entered as part of a message string begins with a message starting character and ends with a message closing character Note A string can contain more than one command Commands are separated by a pipe character Message starting character For host command query For machine response Device address Optional for K NET K NET Device ID followed by Query sign follows some commands to define a query request Message closing character For host messages carriage return ASCII 13 For machine messages carriage return ASCII 13 line feed ASCII 10 Command chain separator character When message string contains more than one command a pipe character separates each command Spaces between parameters or command terms are ignored 9 1 4 9 1 7 Entering Commands You can directly enter all commands using a terminal with ASCII communications software such as HyperTerminal Hercules etc Connect the terminal to the serial or Ethernet port on the Kramer device To enter press the Enter key is also sent but is ignored by command parser For commands sent from some non Kramer controllers like Crestron some characters require special coding such as X Refer to the
9. P1 P2 P3 P4 Parameters P1 O Input 1 Output P2 1 Scaler1 2 Scaler2 0 1 P4 video resolutions see Section 9 3 2 Response triggers After execution response is sent to the com port from which the Set Get was received After execution response is sent to all com ports if VID RES was set by any other external control device button press device menu and similar Set command is only applicable for stage Output Set command with js native ON sets native resolution on selected output resolution index sent 0 Device sends as answer actual VIC ID of native resolution Get command with is_native ON returns native resolution VIC with is_native OFF returns current resolution Command VMUTE Command Type Video Command Name Permission Transparency Description Syntax Set Set enable disable video VMUTE 5 P1 P2 Get video on output status VMUTE se P4 Response Set Get nnl amp VMUTE P1 P2 Parameters P1 Scaler number 1 Scaler1 2 Scaler2 P2 Off On 0 Off 12On Permission Transparency Set WEZ Eu Description Syntax Set freeze video on output 4 W FRZ k P4 P2 Get freeze on output status W FRZ se P1 Response Set Get nnle W FRZ sr P1 P2 Parameters P1 Scaler number 1 Scaler1 2 Scaler2 P2 Off On 0 Off 1 On Command AUD LVL Command Type Audio
10. RESET Amna _ __ Description Syntax l _ Response nnleRESET Jok 1r Notes To avoid locking the port due to a USB bug in Windows disconnect USB connections immediately after running this command If the port was locked disconnect and reconnect the cable to reopen the port Command VERSION Command System mandatory Command Name Permission Transparency Description Syntax Se o Response pn VERSION seffirmware_version ce 1 Parameters firmware_version Format XX XX XXXX where the digits group are major minor build version Command NET MAC Command Type Communication Command Name Permission Transparency Description Syntax Get MAC address NET MAC Response 5 _ Parameters mac_address Unique MAC address Format XX XX XX XX XX XX where X is hex digit Permission Transparency S Ge li Description Syntax Response Set NET IP se ip address 5 ur Get nn NET IP se ip_address Parameters 1 valid IP address Notes For proper settings consult your network administrator Command NET GATE Command Type Communication Command Name Permission Transparency Description Syntax Set Gateway IP NET GATE s
11. or genlock status was changed Notes Sets the EQ level for the selected frequency of the selected audio output Command Shi OSL Command Type Video Command Name Permission Transparency fsx stowoso eause bie Description Syntax Set the OSD display SHOW OSDJ P Get the OSD display SHOW OSD7 gt Response Set Get nn sHow ospb 54 7 Parameters P1 Scaler number 0 Both 121 On 2 2 On 99 Both On Response Triggers Response is sent to the com port from which the Set before execution Get command was received After execution response is sent to all com ports if CMD NAME was set any other external control device button press device menu and similar or genlock status was changed Notes Displays the OSD of the selected Scaler Command Microphone Gain Command Type Audio Command Name Permission Transparency Description Syntax Set the microphone gain MIC GAIN L sjP1 Get the microphone MIC GAIN lt gt P1 Response Set Get nn Mic GAIN s P7 P2 Parameters P1 Input number for VP 553 always 0 0 P2 level 0 to 100 Response Triggers Response is sent to the com port from which the Set before execution Get command was received After execution response is sent to all com ports if CMD NAME was set any other external control device button press device menu and similar or genlock status was changed Sets the Microp
12. system the PC routed to the display also connects to the smart board In many meeting room setups these USB switching schemes are highly effective Using Twisted Pair Cable for HDBT Kramer engineers have developed special twisted pair cables to best match our digital twisted pair products BC HDKat6a CAT 6 23 AWG cable significantly outperforms regular CAT 5 CAT 6 cables We strongly recommend that you use shielded twisted pair cable 3 3 Shielded Twisted Pair STP Unshielded Twisted Pair UTP We recommend that you use Shielded Twisted Pair STP cable and stress that the compliance to electromagnetic interference was tested using STP cable There are different levels of STP cable available and we advise you to use the best quality STP cable that you can afford Our non skew free cable Kramer BC STP is intended for analog signals where skewing is not an issue In cases where there is skewing in analog TP systems our Unshielded Twisted Pair UTP skew free cable Kramer BC XTP may be advantageous and UTP cable might also be preferable for long range applications In any event when using UTP cable it is advisable to ensure that the cable is installed far away from electric cables motors and so on which are prone to create electrical interference 3 4 Defining the VP 553 Presentation Switcher Scaler This section defines the VP 553 oll 13 O SAO IAJ Mol 7
13. Command Name Permission Transparency Description Syntax Set audio level in specific amplifier stage AUD LVL s P1 P2 P3 Get audio level in specific amplifier stage amp AUD LVL 1 2 Response nnl AUD LVU P1 P2 Parameters P1 Input Output O Input 1 Output P2 Input Output number valid according to the selected Input Output according to P1 video inputs 0 11 audio inputs 0 12 audio outputs see Section 9 3 1 P3 0 100 Command Name Permission Transparency Mx EndUser Description Syntax 2 P Response channel mix mode Parameters P1 Output number 0 Audio out 1 Scaler 1 2 Scaler2 P2 Off On 0 Off 1 On Command Mixing Level Command Type Audio Command Permission Transparency Description Syntax Set Set the mixing level of the 2 selected output Pe Get Get the mixing level of the IVI selected output MIX LVL se P1 Response Set Get nne MIX LVL s P7 P2 ce Parameters P1 Output number 0 out 1 Scaler 1 2 Scaler2 P2 Level 0 to 100 Response triggers e Response is sent to the com port from which the Set before execution Get command was received e After execution response is sent to all com ports if CMD NAME was set any other external control device button press device menu and similar or genlock status was c
14. IR route from HDBT1 HDBT2 or HDBT3 to HDBT OUT For example set HDBT1 IR OUT to HDBT2 to control via IR the peripheral device that is connected to the device connected to HDBT 1 via the device connected to HDBT2 see Figure 25 Function HDCP INPUT select the HDCP option for each HDMI and input to either ON the default or OFF Setting HDCP support to disabled OFF on the HDMI input allows the source to transmit a non HDCP signal if required for example when working with a Mac computer Displays the OUTPUT 1 information resolution HDCP status and input source OUTPUT 2 information resolution and input source DIP SWITCH set MICHROPHONE PHANTOM POWER STEREO and MUTE CONTROL ON or OFF VERSION shows the firmware version 6 2 2 The OUTPUT 1 Menu Mode Function SOURCE Select the source PICTURE CONTRAST Set the contrast the range and default values vary according to the input signal BRIGHTNESS Set the brightness the range and default values vary according to the input signal COLOR set the red R green G and blue B shades and offsets HUE Set the color hue SATURATION Set the color saturation SHARPNESS Set the sharpness of the picture NR Select the noise reduction OFF LOW MIDDLE and HIGH SIZE Select the size of the display FULL OVER SCAN UNDER1 UNDER2 LETTER BOX PAN SCAN BEST FIT default FULL UNDER1 refers to an underscan of 6 UNDER2 refers to an underscan of 9
15. Multi line nne HELP command cr descriptio tr USAGE usage Command BUILD DATE Command Name Permission Transparency t Enso o G E Description Syntax Read device build date BUILD DATE lt Cot EPS Response lnn BUILD DATE s datese timece cr Parameters date Format YYYY MM DD where YYYY Year MM Month DD Day time Format hh mm ss where hh hours mm minutes ss seconds Command FACTORY Command Type System mandatory Command Name Permission Transparency Description Syntax Reset device to factory defaults configuration EACTORY a Get Response pn BUILD DATE se datdse timeca Notes This command deletes all user data from the device The deletion can take some time Command MODEL Command Type System mandatory Command Name Permission Transparency MODEL End User Get Description Syntax Set Get Get device model MODELAca Response _ Parameters model_name String of up to 19 printable ASCII chars Command PROT VER Command Type System mandatory Command Name Permission Transparency S Description Syntax s md Get Get protocol version PROT VERAcal Response nn PROT VER s 3000 versior ce Parameters Version Format XX XX where X is a decimal digit Permission Transparency Set
16. RESOLUTION Select the output resolution from the menu default NATIVE Output resolution Appears as Output resolution Appears as Native 1600x1200 1600x1200 60 640x480 640x480 60 1920x1080 1920x1080 60 800x600 800x600 60 1920x1200 1920x1200 60 1024x768 1024x768 60 480p 60Hz 720x480P 60 1280x768 1280x768 60 720p 60Hz 1280x720P 60 1360x768 1360x768 60 1080i 60 2 1920 10801 60 1280 720 1280 720 60 1080 60 2 1920 1080 60 1280 800 1280 800 60 576 50 2 720 576 60 1280 1024 1280 1024 60 720 50 2 1280 720 50 1440 900 1440 900 60 1400 1050 1400 1050 60 Native Select Native to select the output resolution from the EDID the connected HDMI monitor Mode Function OUTPUT FOLLOW INPUT or FOLLOW OUTPUT to define whether the HDCP HDCP will follow the input or the output When FOLLOW INPUT is selected it changes its HDCP output setting for the HDMI output according to the HDCP of the input This option is recommended when the HDMI output is connected to a splitter switcher When FOLLOW OUTPUT is selected the scaler matches its HDCP output to the HDCP setting of the HDMI acceptor to which it is connected AUTOSYNC Turn the auto sync ON OFF When ON this de activates the output after a few OFF minutes if no input is present This is useful for example when the output is connected to a projector and the projector will automatically shut down when it has no input AUDIO Adjust audio parameters see Sec
17. Settings Page 7 5 The USB Routing Page 7 6 The Audio Settings Page 7 7 The EDID Page 7 8 The Data Routing Page 7 9 The Authentication Page 7 10 The About Page 8 Technical Specifications 8 1 Default Communication Parameters 8 2 Input Resolutions 9 The VP 553 RS 232 Communication Protocol 9 1 Kramer Protocol 3000 Syntax 9 2 Kramer Protocol 3000 Command List 9 3 Kramer Protocol 3000 Detailed Commands Figures Figure 1 VP 553 Presentation Switcher Scaler Front Panel Figure 2 VP 553 Presentation Switcher Scaler Rear Panel Figure 3 Connecting the VP 553 Presentation Switcher Scaler Figure 4 Balanced Stereo Audio Connection Figure 5 Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output Connection Figure 6 balanced Stereo Audio Input Connection Figure 7 Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input Connection O00 OONN Figure 8 Local Area Connection Properties Window Figure 9 Internet Protocol Version 4 Properties Window Figure 10 Figure 11 Figure 12 Figure 13 Figure 14 Figure 15 Figure 16 Figure 17 Figure 18 Figure 19 Figure 20 Figure 21 Figure 22 Figure 23 Figure 24 Figure 25 Figure 26 Figure 27 Figure 28 Figure 29 Figure 30 Figure 31 Figure 32 Figure 33 Figure 34 Figure 35 Figure 36 Figure 37 Figure 38 Figure 39 Figure 40 Figure 41 Figure 42 Figure 43 Figure 44 Figure 45 Figure 46 Internet Protocol Version 6 Properties Window Internet Protocol Properties Window Infrared Re
18. connector enabling power supply to the unit 4 Installing in a Rack This section provides instructions for rack mounting the unit Before installing in a rack be sure that the environment is within the recommended range OPERATING TEMPERATURE 0 to 40 32 to 104 F STORAGE TEMPERATURE 40 to 70 C 40 to 158 F HUMIDITY 10 to 90 RHL non condensing CAUTION 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 an
19. controller manual Command Forms Some commands have short name syntax in addition to long name syntax to allow faster typing The response is always in long syntax Command Chaining Multiple commands can be chained in the same string Each command is delimited by a pipe character When chaining commands enter the message starting character and the message closing character only once at the beginning of the string and at the end Commands in the string do not execute until the closing character is entered A separate response is sent for every command in the chain Maximum String Length 64 characters 9 2 Kramer Protocol 3000 Command List Command Short Form Description E00 Protocolhandshaking HELP BUILD DATE FACTORY MODEL PROT VER RESET VERSION NET MAC NET IP NET IP NET GATE NET GATE NET MASK NET MASK NET DHCP NET DHCP LOAD CPEDID GEDID GEDID ROUTE ROUTE SIGNAL DISPLAY LOCK FP LOCK FP HDCP MOD HDCP MOD VID RES VID RES VMUTE VMUTE VFRZ VFRZ AUD LVL AUD LVL MIX MIX MIX LVL MIX LVL ist of commands 7 7 Read device buiddate 777 Reset to factory default configuration 7 7 Read device model 77 Read device protocol version 0 Read device firmware verson FerKupbadteo Getiinput signal lock status Get output HPD status LCK Lock front
20. features two RS 232 ports e RS 232 DATA to pass data to and from the machines that are connected to the HDBT connectors e RS 232 CONTROL to control the VP 553 6 4 6 4 1 You can connect the VP 553 232 connection using for example Note that a null modem adapter connection is not required To connect to the VP 553 via RS 232 Connect the RS 232 9 pin D sub rear panel port on the product unit via a 9 wire straight cable only pin 2 to pin 2 pin 3 to pin 3 and pin 5 to pin 5 need to be connected to the RS 232 9 pin D sub port on your PC Operating via Ethernet You can connect to the VP 553 via Ethernet using either of the following methods e Directly to the PC using a crossover cable see Section 6 4 1 e Via a network hub switch or router using a straight through cable see Section 6 4 2 Note If you want to connect via a router and your IT system is based on IPv6 speak to your IT department for specific installation instructions Connecting the Ethernet Port Directly to a PC You can connect the Ethernet port of the VP 553 directly to the Ethernet port on your PC using a crossover cable with RJ 45 connectors This type of connection is recommended for identifying the VP 553 with the factory configured default IP address After connecting the VP 553 to the Ethernet port configure your PC as follows 1 Click Start gt Control Panel gt Network and Sharing Center 2 Click Change Adapte
21. gt P1 Get Gateway IP Response IE AZ C IAIIIJTXLI I Set nn NET GATE se P1 5 uF Get nnl amp NET GATE se ip adaress Parameters P1 valid IP address 2oo xxx oo xxx Notes A network gateway connects the device via another network and maybe over the Internet Be careful of security problems For proper settings consult your network administrator Command Communication Permission Transparency Description Syntax Set device subnet mask NET MASK net mask lt Get device subnet mask lt Response Set nnGNET MASK se P1 uF Get hn NET MASKI lt gt net mask Parameters P1 valid IP Response triggers The subnet mask limits the Ethernet connection within the local network For proper settings consult your network administrator Command NET DHCP Command Type Communication Command Name Permission Transparency Description Syntax Set DHCP mode NET DHCP P1 Get DHCP mode NET DHCP lt Response Set nn NET DHCP se P1 e Get nnl NET DHCP modd Parameters P1 Off On 0 off 1 on 0 Do not use DHCP Use the IP set by the factory or using the IP set command 1 Try to use DHCP If unavailable use IP as above Connecting Ethernet to devices with DHCP may take mor
22. the Kramer BC XTP Unshielded Twisted Pair UTP skew free cable Note that the transmission range depends on the signal resolution source and display used The distance using non Kramer CAT 6 cable may not reach these ranges e HDTV compatibility e HDCP compliance the HDCP High Definition Content Protection license agreement allows copy protected data on the HDMI input to pass only to the HDMI outputs e Video inputs three HDMI connectors two VGA on 15 pin HD connectors each with unbalanced stereo audio on 3 5mm connectors two composite video on RCA connectors with unbalanced stereo audio on RCA connectors three HDBaseT on RJ 45 connectors and two analog TP on RJ 45 connectors Two scaled HDMI outputs OUT 1 also outputs HDBaseT Output resolutions HDTV and computer graphics and 1080p UXGA with selectable refresh rates A 4x1 USB switcher that can be set to follow the switching of the video layer or can be used as an independent switcher OSD On Screen Display for easy setup and adjustment accessible via the IR remote control and via the front panel buttons Powerful audio features via DSP technology Input and output audio level adjustment Selectable microphone talkover or mix modes Automatic audio detection and selection of the HDMI input source the default selection is HDMI If not present the unit uses the audio from the analog input Manual audio selection is also available Audio inputs three analog HDMI audi
23. DMI2 embedded HDMI3 embedded HDBaseT1 embedded HDBaseT2 embedded HDBaseT3 embedded HDMI1 analog HDMI2 analog HDMI3 analog PC1 PC2 TP1 TP2 CV1 CV2 MUTE FOLLOWS Select the action that will be followed by mute NONE the audio muting is independent of the FREEZE and BLANK functions FREEZE BLANK FREEZE BLANK when freezing or blanking the video the audio will be muted the MUTE function follows the FREEZE and the BLANK functions 6 2 6 The USB Menu Function Select the USB input USB 1 USB 2 USB 3 USB 4 or TIE TO INPUT SETUP FOLLOW f TIE TO INPUT was selected above setup the input to which the INPUT selected USB port will be tied For each of the inputs you can select a USB port that will follow For example if you want to set USB 3 to follow HDMI 3 select HDMI 3 and set to USB 3 6 2 7 The OSD Menu Parameter Function SHOW ON OUTPUT Select the output s that will display the OSD BOTH ON BOTH OFF OUTPUT 1 or OUTPUT 2 Set the horizontal position of the OSD Set the vertical position of the OSD Set the timeout period in 5sec steps from 5 to 60 or set to OFF Set the OSD background between 0 transparent and 50 opaque DISPLAY Select the information shown on the screen during operation OFF the information is not shown ON the information is shown permanently INFO the information is shown for a few seconds 6 3 Connecting to the VP 553 via RS 232 The VP 553
24. ERATURE 40 to 70 C 40 to 158 F HUMIDITY 10 to 90 RHL non condensing DIMENSIONS 19 x 7 x 2U W D H rack mountable WEIGHT 2 7kg 6lbs approx INCLUDED ACCESSORIES Power cord rack ears IR remote control OPTIONS Kramer cable Specifications are subject to change without notice at http www kramerelectronics com 8 1 Default Communication Parameters RS 232 Baud Rate Data Bits Stop Bits Parity Any baud rate up to 115 200 None Command Format ASCII Example Route the video from the HDMI3 input to the HDMI1 ROUTE 1 1 2 lt cr gt output port Ethernet To reset the IP settings to the factory reset values go to Menu gt Factory RESET gt Change the option to YES and press Enter P Address 192 168 1 39 Subnet mask 255 255 255 0 Default gateway 192 168 1 254 Port Not supported Default UDP Port 50000 Maximum UDP Ports Full Factory Reset OSD Go to Menu gt Factory gt RESET gt Change the option to YES and press Enter 8 2 Input Resolutions Resolution Refresh Rate 1024x768 60 70 75Hz CV PC Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes o Yes lt es O Mo NO Mo NO Mo Wo No Mo NO No HDMI Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes NO Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes 9 9 1 9 1 1
25. ICROPHONE MIX is set to ON 6 2 3 OUTPUT 2 Menu Mode Function SOURCE Select the source HDBTS PICTURE CONTRAST Set the contrast the range and default values vary according to the input signal BRIGHTNESS Set the brightness the range and default values vary according to the input signal COLOR set the red R green G and blue B shades and offsets HUE Set the color hue SATURATION Set the color saturation SHARPNESS Set the sharpness of the picture NR Select the noise reduction OFF LOW MIDDLE and HIGH SIZE Select the size of the display FULL OVERS CAN UNDER1 UNDER2 LETTER BOX PANS CAN BEST FIT default FULL UNDER1 refers to an underscan of 6 UNDER2 refers to an underscan of 9 RESOLUTION Select the output resolution from the menu default NATIVE Output resolution Appears as 1600 1200 1600 1200 60 1920x1080 1920x1080 60 1920x1200 1920x1200 60 480p 60Hz 720x480P 60 720p 60Hz 1280x720P 60 1080 60Hz 1920x1080 60 1080p 60Hz 1920x1080P 60 576p 50Hz 720x576P 60 720p 50Hz 1280x720P 50 1080 50Hz 1920x1080 50 1080p 50Hz 1920x1080P 50 Native Select Native to select the output resolution from the EDID of the connected HDMI monitor OUTPUT HDCP Select FOLLOW INPUT or FOLLOW OUTPUT to define whether the HDCP will follow the input or the output When FOLLOW INPUT is selected it changes its HDCP output setting for the HDMI output according to the HDCP of the input Thi
26. INPUTS OUTPUTS OUTPUT RESOLUTIONS CONTROLS 3 HDMI connectors HDMI HDCP 2 VGA on 15 pin HD connectors 2 composite video on RCA connectors 2 analog TP on RJ 45 connectors 3 HDBT on RJ 45 connectors 4 USB ports 3 unbalanced analog audio on 3 5mm mini jacks for HDMI 2 unbalanced analog audio on 3 5mm mini jacks for PC 1 Aux in balanced stereo audio on 5 pin terminal block connectors 2 balanced audio L and R RCA connectors for CV 1 HDBT on RJ 45 connector 2 HDMI connectors HDMI HDCP 1 USB port Monitor out balanced stereo on a 5 pin terminal block connector Line out balanced stereo on a 5 pin terminal block connector NATIVE 640x480 60 800x600 60 1024x768 60 1280x768 60 1360x768 60 1280x720 60 1280x800 60 1280x1024 60 1440x900 60 1400x1050 60 1680x1050 60 1600x1200 60 1920x1080 60 1920x1200 60 720x480p 60 1280x720p 60 1920x1080i 60 1920x1080p 60 720x576p 60 1280x720p 50 1920x1080i 50 1920x1080p 50 TP 1 TP 2 CV 1 CV 2 HDBT 1 HDBT 2 HDBT 3 PC 1 PC 2 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 USB 1 USB 2 USB 3 USB 4 input selector buttons 2 blank 2 mute 2 freeze buttons menu enter menu arrows reset to XGA 720p OSD SELECT 2 RS 232 IR Ethernet 2 level and EQ trimmers line mic selector switch cond dyn selector switch mono stereo selector switch REM for muting audio POWER CONSUMPTION 100 240V 43VA max OPERATING TEMPERATURE 0 to 40 32 104 F STORAGE TEMP
27. KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD USER MANUAL MODEL VP 553 Presentation Switcher Scaler P N 2900 300326 Rev VP 553 Quick Start Guide This guide helps you install and use your product for the first time more detailed information go to http www kramerelectronics com support product_downloads asp to download the latest manual or scan the QR code on the left Step 1 Check what s in the box The VP 553 Presentation Switcher Scaler 1 Power 1 Set of rack IR remote control transmitter with batteries 4 Rubber feet 1 Quick start guide Step 2 Install the VP 553 To rack mount the machine attach both ear brackets to the machine by removing the five screws from each side of the machine and replacing those screws through the ear brackets or place the machine on a table Step 3 Connect inputs and outputs Anaye sete OFF te poner on doe Line PC 1 Source Audio Transmitter 1 TP iN2 5 Ea USB 1 USB 2 USB In3 558 4 Dur HOMI1 2 9 Our 1 L GR Rie L GRR VIDEO INPUTS ETH 2 HOBT OUT 1 22 gt LJ lese B SG HDMI IN 2 PC in2 CVin2 OUT 2 HDMI RS 232 CONTROL ju HDBT IN 1 HD8T IN 2 IN 3 HDMI In 1 HOM iN 3 Composite DVD Player Player Computer Graphics Transmitter S
28. M 7 2 Loading appears Kramer Electronics Itd Loading resources 12 Figure 13 The Loading Page Once loaded enter your user name and password Kramer VP 553 Controller Username admin Password Figure 14 Enter Username and Password There are eight Web pages e The Switching page see Section 7 2 e The Scaler page see Section 7 3 e The Device Settings page See Section 7 4 e The USB Routing page see Section 7 5 e The Audio Settings page see Section 7 6 e The EDID page see Section 7 7 e The Authentication page see Section 7 8 e The About page see Section 7 10 The Switching Page Figure 12 shows the Switching page that is also the first page that appears following the loading page The column on the left shows the switching page selected and below a list of all the other available Web pages The Switching area lets you switch an input to an output audio video or audio follow video the Audio out below Output shows the audio input that is routed to the line and monitor outputs The volume area lets you control the Line and Monitor output audio level The lower part of screen lets you save the settings and upload saved setting The model name FW version and IP number appear on the lower left side of the main page conor Scaler Device settings Switching Volume Line Monitor Output Input USB routing 1 1 rom
29. P 553 via a DVI HDMI adapter When using this adapter you can connect the audio signal via the terminal block connector 2 Connect a computer graphics source to the PC 1 15 pin HD VIDEO INPUT connector from 1 to 2 3 Connect a composite video source for example a composite video player to the CV VIDEO INPUT RCA connector from 1 to 2 4 Connect a TP transmitter for example TP 121xl to the RJ 45 TP IN connectors from 1 to 2 5 Connect an HDBT transmitter for example TP 580T to the RJ 45 TP IN connectors from 1 to 3 6 Connect the USB IN ports from 1 to 4 for example a PC and USB OUT port for example a smart whiteboard 7 Connect the audio inputs not shown in Figure 3 to the HDMI audio input 3 5mm mini jacks from 1 to 3 audio input 3 5mm mini jacks from 1 to 2 audio inputs to the L and RCA connectors from 1 to 2 10 11 12 13 Connect an external audio source to the AUX IN 5 pin terminal block connector not shown in Figure 3 Connect the video outputs The OUT 1 HDMI and or HDBT output to HDMI acceptor for example an LCD display and or an HDBT receiver for example the output of TP 580R connected to HDBT HDMI OUT 2 for example a projector Connect the LINE OUT and or MONITOR OUT AUDIO OUTPUT terminal blocks to audio power amplifier A Active speakers Connect the RS 232 DATA 9 pin D sub Port to a PC for sending RS 232 co
30. T IN3 53000 HDBaseT OUT 54000 Port serial configuration HDBaseT IN1 Data Bits HDBaseT IN2 Parity HDBaseT IN3 Stop Bits HDBaseT OUT Flow Control Figure 44 The Data Routing Page Click the Set changes button to set the changes RS 232 Data Port for each HDBaseT port you can set the following data settings e Baud Rate 4800 9600 19200 38400 57600 or 115200 e Data Bits 5 6 7 or 8 e Parity NONE EVEN ODD MARK or SPACE e Stop Bits 1 or 2 e Flow Control OFF or ON This way you can set the serial data in line with the serial data passed through SID X2N Data transfer if the Kramer SID X2N is connected to an HDBT port The Authentication Page The Authentication page lets you set the user name and password as well as setting the inactivity logout Figure 45 shows the Authentication page VP 553 Using the Embedded Web Pages Authentication Authenticate Web Pages access User Name admin Password Logout After 20 minutes of innactivity Logout Figure 45 The Authentication Page 7 10 The About Page The VP 553 About page lets you view the Web page version and Kramer Electronics Ltd details Kramer Electronics Ltd 3 Am VeOlamo St Jerusalem Israel 9546303 Tel 972 2 654 4000 Fax 972 2 653 5369 Email Web C 2013 Kramer Electronics Ltd all rights reserved Figure 46 The About Page VP 553 Using the Embedded Web Pages 8 Technical Specifications
31. TE Set MUTE to ON or OFF DELAY Select the audio delay time OFF 10ms to 80ms in 10ms steps or DYNAMIC MICROPHONE MIX Set mix ON to mix the microphone input with the selected audio input or set to OFF Adjust the mix level enabled when MICROPHONE MIX is set to ON 6 2 4 The AUD OUT Menu Parameter SOURCE Select the audio source HDMI1 HDMI2 HDBT1 HDBT2 HDBT3 PC1 PC2 TP1 TP2 CV1 CV2 or AUX EMBEDDED AUDIO HDMI AUDIO Select the HDMI 1 HDMI 2 and HDMI 3 audio IN 1 2 and 3 sources behavior AUTOMATIC the embedded audio on the HDMI input is selected for an HDMI signal or the analog audio input is selected if the input is not HDMI for example for a DVI input signal EMBEDDED the embedded audio in the HDMI signal is selected ANALOG the analog audio input is selected HDMI AUDIO IN is enabled only when one of the HDMI inputs is selected DELAY Select the audio delay time OFF 10 to 80ms in 10ms steps or DYNAMIC MICROPHONE MIX Set to ON or OFF Set to ON to mix the microphone input with the selected audio input or set to OFF Adjust the mix Teve Set to NONE OUTPUT 1 or OUTPUT 2 AUDIO EQ Set the audio EQ values in 0 5dB steps for BELOW 120Hz CENTER 200Hz CENTER 500Hz CENTER 1200Hz CENTER 3000Hz CENTER 7500Hz and ABOVE 12000Hz 6 2 5 AUD SET Menu Parameter Function MICROPHONE GAIN Set the microphone gain INPUT VOLUME Set the volume for each input embedded H
32. and set the analog audio Input 7 Analog Vol 100 Figure 24 Switching Page PC TP or CV input Window VP 553 Using the Embedded Web Pages 7 2 1 Setting the IR Transmission Route IR can be routed from any of the HDBT ports to one or more of the other HDBT ports For example Output 1 when used with its HDBT connector not the HDMI can be used as an IR output as well defining the IR input via the drop down menu Figure 25 shows the IR signal route when setting HDBT 1 IR OUT to HDBT 2 In this example an External IR Sensor is connected to the IR connector of the TP 580T connected to HDBT 2 and an IR Emitter is connected between the TP 580T connected to HDBT 1 and a DVD player The DVD remote control sends a command while pointing towards the External IR Sensor The IR signal passes through the TP cables the VP 553 and the IR Emitter to the DVD player which responds to the command sent At the same time you can also set HDBT 3 to HDBT 1 thus sending IR commands from HDBT also to HDBT 3 see blue line in Figure 25 This will work only if the devices are set appropriately dansk dai HDBT IN 1 HDBT OUT 1 External IR Sensor IR Emitter IR Emitter DVD Player DVD Player DVD Player IR Transmitter Figure 25 HDBT IR transmission Example 7 2 2 7 3 Switching Input to an Output You can switch the input audio and video signals together t
33. ce high resolution cables to avoid interference deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching and elevated noise levels often associated with low quality cables e not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils e Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality Position your Kramer VP 553 away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust This equipment is to be used only inside a building It may only be connected to other equipment that is installed inside a building 2 2 2 3 Safety Instructions Caution There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit Warning Use only the power cord that is supplied with the unit Warning Do not open the unit High voltages can cause electrical shock Servicing by qualified personnel only Warning Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall before installing Recycling Kramer Products The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE Directive 2002 96 EC aims to reduce the amount of WEEE sent for disposal to landfill or incineration by requiring it to be collected and recycled To comply with the WEEE Directive Kramer Electronics has made arrangements with the European Advanced Recycling Network EARN and will cover any costs of treatment recycling and recovery of waste Kramer Electronics branded equipment on arrival at the EARN facility For details of Kramer s recycl
34. change in output HPD status OFF to ON and ALL parameters new EDID etc are stable and valid Command LOCK FP Command Type System Command Name Permission Transparency Description Syntax Lock front panel Get panel lock state LOCK FP Response 1 5 1 5 Parameters P1 Off On 0 Off 1 On Command HDCP MOD Command Type System Command Name Permission Transparency Description Syntax HDCP MOD sP1 P2 P3 a HDCP MOD2 p1 P2 Response Set Get hn keHpcP uop 1 2 Parameters P1 Input Output O2Input 1 Output P2 Scaler number 1 Scaler1 2 Scaler2 Status 0 Off 1 On 2 Follow In 3 Follow Out triggers Response is sent to the port from which the Set before execution Get command was received Response is sent to all com ports after execution if HDCP MOD was set any other external control device button press device menu and similar or genlock status changed Set HDCP working mode on device input HDCP supported _ default HDCP not supported HDCP OFF HDCP support changes following detected sink MIRROR OUTPUT Command VID RES Command Type Video Command Name Permission Transparency Description Syntax Set video resolution VID RES 1 P2 P3 P4 Get video resolution sVID RES se P1 P2 P3 Response nnjevip REs s
35. chased this product or the Kramer Electronics office nearest you For a list of authorized Kramer Electronics resellers and or Kramer Electronics authorized service providers please visit our web site at www kramerelectronics com or contact the Kramer Electronics office nearest you In order to pursue any remedy under this limited warranty you must possess an original dated receipt as proof of purchase from an authorized Kramer Electronics reseller If this product is returned under this limited warranty a return authorization number obtained from Kramer Electronics will be required You may also be directed to an authorized reseller or a person authorized by Kramer Electronics to repair the product If itis decided that this product should be returned directly to Kramer Electronics this product should be properly packed preferably in the original carton for shipping Cartons not bearing a return authorization number will be refused Limitation on Liability THE MAXIMUM LIABILITY OF KRAMER ELECTRONICS UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE ACTUAL PURCHASE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW KRAMER ELECTRONICS IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR DIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY OR CONDITION OR UNDER ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY Some countries districts or states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of relief special incidental consequential or indirect damag
36. d the PC mode is enabled Picture Contrast E PC Mode Brightness Auto Adjust R Gain H Position G Gain V Position Gain Phase R Offset Clock G Offset WXGA XGA B Offset 5 81 Saturation Sharpness Noise Reduction Size Resolution 127 AUTO SYNC OFF Freeze Blank No Signal Color Figure 27 The Scaler Page Output 1 for an Analog Input shows the setup for output 2 Scaler Output 1 Picture Contrast Brightness R Gain G Gain Gain R Offset G Offset B Offset Hue Saturation Sharpness Noise Reduction Size Resolution 720260 AUTO SYNC OFF ON OFF Freeze ON OFF Bink ON OFF No Signal Color Black Figure 28 The Scaler Page Output 2 VP 553 Using the Embedded Web Pages 7 4 VP 553 Using the Embedded Web Pages The Device Settings Page The device Settings window in Figure 29 lets you upgrade the firmware and set the Ethernet parameters Device Settings Model VP553 Name Kramer 00000000000000 MAC Address 00 1d 56 01 b7 ea Firmware Version 0 30 Firmware Update Choose File 121 22 m DHCP On DHCP IP Address E g poe Static IP Address 192 168 1 39 Gateway 192 168 1 254 Subnet 255 255 0 0 Control Port 50000 Soft Factory Reset Figure 29 The Device Settings Page Any change in the device settings requires confirmation as illustrated in the example in Figure 30 Are You Sure You Want To Cha
37. d tampering with this product any repairs attempted by anyone unauthorized by Kramer Electronics to make such repairs or any other cause which does not relate directly to a defect in materials and or workmanship of this product This limited warranty does not cover cartons equipment enclosures cables or accessories used in conjunction with this product Without limiting any other exclusion herein Kramer Electronics does not warrant that the product covered hereby including without limitation the technology and or integrated circuit s included in the product will not become obsolete or that such items are or will remain compatible with any other product or technology with which the product may be used How Long Does this Coverage Last Seven years as of this printing please check our Web site for the most current and accurate warranty information Who is Covered Only the original purchaser of this product is covered under this limited warranty This limited warranty is not transferable to subsequent purchasers or owners of this product What Kramer Electronics will do Kramer Electronics will at its sole option provide one of the following three remedies to whatever extent it shall deem necessary to satisfy a proper claim under this limited warranty 1 Elect to repair or facilitate the repair of any defective parts within a reasonable period of time free of any charge for the necessary parts and labor to complete the repair and resto
38. d that you use only the power cord that is supplied with the machine VP 553 Installing in a Rack To rack mount a machine 1 Attach both ear brackets to the machine To do so remove the screws from each side of the machine 5 on each side and replace those screws through the ear brackets 2 Place the ears of the machine against the rack rails and insert the proper screws not provided through each of the four holes in the rack ears Note In some models the front panel may feature built in rack ears Detachable rack ears 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 f you are using a Kramer rack adapter kit for a machine that is not 19 see the Rack Adapters user manual for installation instructions available from our Web site 5 Connecting the VP 553 Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your VP 553 After connecting your VP 553 connect its power and then switch on the power to each device You do not have to connect all the inputs and outputs connect only those that are required To connect the VP 553 as illustrated in the example in Figure 3 do the following 1 Connect an HDMI source for example a DVD player to the HDMI VIDEO INPUT connector from 1 to 3 Alternatively you can connect the DVI connector on the DVD player to the HDMI connector on the V
39. e nnje ROUTE se P1 P2 P3 Parameters P1 Layer number 1 Video 2 Audio 3 USB 12 Video Audio 13 Video USB 123 Video Audio USB P2 Route to 0 1 2 are valid according to the selected layer according to P1 0 Out 1 Scaler1 2 Scaler2 P3 Route from valid values are in accordance to the selected layer and Route to selected according to P1 and P2 video inputs 0 11 Audio inputs 0 12 USB hosts 0 3 see Section 9 3 1 This command replaces all other routing commands Command SIGNAL Command Type System Command Name Permission Transparency set Description Syntax Se Get input signal lock status SIGN AL 5 1 Response nnjesiGNAL se P1 P2 Parameters P1 Input number 0 HDMI1 1 HDMI2 2 HDMI3 3 HDBT1 4 HDBT2 5 HDBT3 P2 0 1 Response triggers After execution response is sent to the com port from which the Get was received Response is sent after every change in input signal status ON to OFF or OFF to ON Command DISPLAY Command Type System Command Name Permission Transparency st Description Syntax see Response nn DISPLAY se P1 P2 Parameters P1 Output number O HDMI1 1 HDBT1 2 HDMI2 P2 0 1 On Response triggers After execution response is sent to the com port from which the Get was received Response is sent after every change in output HPD status ON to OFF Response is sent after every
40. e time in some networks To connect with a randomly assigned IP by DHCP specify the device DNS name if available using the command You can also get an assigned IP by direct connection to USB or RS 232 protocol port if available For proper settings consult your network administrator Command LOAD Command Type System Packets Command Name Permission Transparency Description Syntax Load file to device LOADIselfile_name sizece or E Response Data sending negotiation Device 01 LOAD se file_name sizelsr READY ce End User Device Send file in Protocol Packets Device 01 LOAD selfile_name Parameters file name name of file to save on device size size of file data that is sent Command CPEDID Command Type System Command Name Permission w TC Description Syntax Copy EDID data from the output to the input EEPROM CPEDID Pt P2 P3 P4c Get Response P1 P2 P3 P4cs u Parameters P1 source type 1 output P2 source ID OZ HDMI1 1 HDBT1 22 HDMI2 destination type O input P4 bitmap representing destination IDs O HDMI1 12HDMI2 2 HDMI3 3 HDBT1 4 HDBT2 5 Format XXXX X where X is hex digit The binary form of every hex digit represents corresponding destinations Setting 1 says that EDID da
41. efault EDID displays the machine name selected resolution the audio channels and deep color support After clicking the Copy button the EDID page shows the copy EDID results EDID Read from Default Default HDMUHDBT Default VGA Native timing 1024x768 60 COPY EDID RESULTS 1280x800 60 Copy from Default HDMV HDBT to input HDMI 2 1280x1024 260 Copy from Default HDMUHDBT to input HDMI 3 Copy from Default HDMI HDBT to input HDBT 2 1366x768 60 1440x900 60 1400x1050 60 1600x900 60 1600x1200 60 1680x1050 60 1920x1200 60RB Browser Figure 43 The EDID Page The Copy EDID Results 7 8 The Data Routing Page The data routing page lets you route the data over the HDBT ports each port has a separate UDP IP port via the RS 232 Data port or the Ethernet General or SID X2N see Figure 44 When selecting e RS 232 Data you can transmit data from a controller connected to the RS 232 DATA port to one of the HDBaseT inputs or the HDBaseT output e Ethernet General you can transmit data from a controller connected via the Ethernet port to one of the HDBaseT inputs or the HDBaseT output e Ethernet General you can transmit data from a controller connected via the connected SID X2 to the HDBaseT input to which it is connected VP 553 Using the Embedded Web Pages 7 9 Data Routing Ethernet RS 232 Data Data setup UDP IP port General HDBaseT IN1 51000 HDBaseT IN2 52000 HDBase
42. es or the limitation of liability to specified amounts so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you Exclusive Remedy TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW THIS LIMITED WARRANTY AND THE REMEDIES SET FORTH ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES REMEDIES AND CONDITIONS WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW KRAMER ELECTRONICS SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IF KRAMER ELECTRONICS CANNOT LAWFULLY DISCLAIM OR EXCLUDE IMPLIED WARRANTIES UNDER APPLICABLE LAW THEN ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES COVERING THIS PRODUCT INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL APPLY TO THIS PRODUCT AS PROVIDED UNDER APPICABLE LAW IF ANY PRODUCT TO WHICH THIS LIMITED WARRANTY APPLIES IS A CONSUMER PRODUCT UNDER THE MAGNUSON MOSS WARRANTY ACT 15 U S C A 82301 ET SEQ OR OTHER APPICABLE LAW THE FOREGOING DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES SHALL NOT APPLY TO YOU AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ON THIS PRODUCT INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR THE PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL APPLY AS PROVIDED UNDER APPLICABLE LAW Other Conditions This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from country to country or state to state This limited warranty is void if i the label bearin
43. g the serial number of this product has been removed or defaced ii the product is not distributed by Kramer Electronics or iii this product is not purchased from an authorized Kramer Electronics reseller If you are unsure whether a reseller is an authorized Kramer Electronics reseller please visit our Web site at www kramerelectronics com or contact a Kramer Electronics office from the list at the end of this document Your rights under this limited warranty are not diminished if you do not complete and return the product registration form or complete and submit the online product registration form Kramer Electronics thanks you for purchasing a Kramer Electronics product We hope it will give you years of satisfaction 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 Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening and servicing 0326 P N 2900 30 SAFETY WARNING Rev 2
44. hanged Notes Sets the mixing level between the audio of the selected video In and the selected AUX audio channel Command Mute Command Type Audio Command Name Permission Transparency Description Syntax Mute the selected output MUTE sjP1 Mute the selected output MUTE P1 Response Set Get nnje MUTE 5 7 2 Parameters P1 0 0 Line out 0 1 Monitor Out 1 Scaler1 2 Scaler2 P2 0 1 On Response triggers Response is sent to the com port from which the Set before execution Get command was received After execution response is sent to all com ports if CMD NAME was set any other external control device button press device menu and similar or genlock status was changed Notes Mutes the selected audio output Command Scaler Command Type Audio Command Name Permission Transparency Description Syntax scusa enne s Response Set Get nn SCLR AS s P7 P2 Parameters P1 Number 1 Scaler 1 2 Scaler2 P2 Off On 0 Off 1 On Response triggers Response is sent to the com port from which the Set before execution Get command was received After execution response is sent to all com ports if CMD NAME was set any other external control device button press device menu and similar or genlock status was changed Notes Sets the Auto Sync features for the selected Scaler Command Image S Command
45. hone input audio gain Command DIP switch status Command Type Machine Command Name Permission Transparency e Description Syntax IE Get the DIP switch status s DPSW STATUSA Response Get nne 4 2 Parameters P1 0 SW 0 2 SW2 P2 Off On Off 0 On 1 Response Triggers Response is sent to the com port from which the Set before execution Get command was received After execution response is sent to all com ports if CMD NAME was set any other external control device button press device menu and similar or genlock status was changed Notes Gets the DIP status for the selected DIP switch LIMITED WARRANTY The warranty obligations of Kramer Electronics for this product are limited to the terms set forth below What is Covered This limited warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship in this product What is Not Covered This limited warranty does not cover any damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from any alteration modification improper or unreasonable use or maintenance misuse abuse accident neglect exposure to excess moisture fire improper packing and shipping such claims must be presented to the carrier lightning power surges or other acts of nature This limited warranty does not cover any damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from the installation or removal of this product from any installation any unauthorize
46. ing arrangements in your particular country go to our recycling pages at http www kramerelectronics com support recycling Overview The VP 553 is a high performance 6x2 presentation switcher scaler for HDMI HDBaseT and analog signals and a 4x1 USB switcher The unit has dual independent scaled outputs the first on both HDMI and HDBaseT connectors and the second on an HDMI connector Both can take from the six digital inputs three HDBaseT and three HDMI signals while the first also includes analog inputs for two computer graphics signals two composite video and two analog TP inputs Analog digital and embedded audio are supported and the unit also includes a microphone input and rich DSP features The VP 553 features e Pix Perfect scaling technology Kramer s precision pixel mapping and high quality scaling technology High quality 3 2 and 2 2 pull down de interlacing and full up and down scaling of video input signals e System Range for the HDBT inputs and outputs Up to 70 2308 For optimum range and performance using HDBaseT use Kramer s BC HDKat6a cable Note that the transmission range depends on the signal resolution source and display used The distance using CAT 6 cable may not reach these ranges e System Range for the TP inputs and outputs over 250m more than 820ft For optimum range and performance using TP use Kramer s BC STP m cable where skewing is not an issue or
47. is 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 14 groups that are clearly defined by function GROUP 1 Distribution Amplifiers GROUP 2 Switchers and Routers 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 GROUP 11 Sierra Video Products GROUP 12 Digital Signage GROUP 13 Audio and GROUP 14 Collaboration Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VP 553 Presentation Switcher Scaler This product which incorporates HDMI technology is ideal for e Projection systems in conference rooms boardrooms hotels and churches e Video conferencing setups 2 2 1 Getting Started We 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 Go to http www kramerelectronics com support product downloads as n 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 e Use only good quality connection cables we recommend Kramer high performan
48. mmands via HDBT RS 232 CONTROL 9 pin D sub Port to a PC to control the unit Connect the REM 2 pin terminal block contact closure remote control pins to a switch to mute unmute the audio output by momentarily pressing the switch Connect the ETHERNET port see Section 6 4 From 121 BluRay i Disk Player 1 Im vea Composite DVD Player 1 lt 23 Vs 4 LCD Graphics Source Display lt SS Smart 4 7 Whiteboard Figure 3 Connecting the VP 553 Presentation Switcher Scaler EIN VP 553 Connecting the VP 553 5 1 Connecting the Balanced Stereo Audio Input and Outputs L L G R R L L G R R IRSE tT Figure 4 Balanced Stereo Audio Figure 5 Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output Connection Connection AUX IN AUX IN L G R L G R R Figure 7 Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input Figure 6 balanced Stereo Audio Input Connection VP 553 Connecting the VP 553 Fe 6 6 1 6 1 1 Controlling the VP 553 The VP 553 can be controlled via The front panel buttons see Section 6 1 The OSD menu see Section 6 2 RS 232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system PC or other serial controller see Section 6 3 The ETHERNET see Section 6 4 The infrared remote control transmitter see Section 6 5 Controlling via the Front Panel Buttons The VP 553 includes the following front panel buttons Input selector bu
49. mote Control Transmitter The Loading Page Enter Username and Password The Switching Page Switching Page Input and Output Icons Edit Output Buttons Edit Output Buttons Edit Input Buttons Switching Page HDMI input Window Switching Page HDBT input Window Switching Page SID X2N Setup Icon Switching Page SID X2N Setup Window Switching Page PC TP or CV input Window HDBT IR transmission Example The Scaler Page Output 1 The Scaler Page Output 1 for an Analog Input The Scaler Page Output 2 The Device Settings Page The Device Settings Page Static IP Confirmation The Device Settings Page Uploading the New Firmware File The Device Settings Page New Firmware Updated The Device Settings Page Soft Factory Reset Message The USB Routing Page The USB Tied to a Selected Input The Audio Settings Page Inputs The Audio Settings Page Output 1 The Audio Settings Page Output 2 The Audio Settings Page Monitor The EDID Page The EDID Page Copying the Native Timing The EDID Page Copying the Default The EDID Page The Copy EDID Results The Data Routing Page The Authentication Page The About Page 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 video audio presentation and broadcasting professionals on a daily bas
50. nd and enabling the audio output Press ENTER to access menu levels when in the OSD Use the up and down arrows to adjust numerical values and adjust the output volume level when not within the OSD Select whether the OSD will appear on OUT 1 OUT 2 both or none of them Press to reset to the default resolution toggles between XGA and 720p Select one of the following inputs to switch to output 1 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 HDBT 1 HDBT 2 HDBT 3 1 2 TP 1 TP 2 CV 1 or 2 Select one of the following inputs to switch to output 2 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 HDBT 1 HDBT 2 or HDBT 3 7 1 Using the Embedded Web Pages The VP 553 can be operated remotely using the embedded Web pages The Web pages are accessed using a Web browser and an Ethernet connection Before attempting to connect e Perform the procedures in Section 6 4 e Ensure that your browser is supported The following operating systems and Web browsers are supported Windows 7 e Chrome version 35 e Internet Explorer version 10 e Firefox version 30 Mac e Chrome version 35 e Firefox version 27 Android OS e Chrome version 35 iOS e Chrome version 35 e Safari depends on the IOS version Browsing the VP 553 Web Pages To browse the VP 553 Web pages 1 Open your Internet browser 2 Type the IP number of the device in the Address bar of your browser For example the default IP number http 192 168 1 39
51. nge Static IP Setting Cancel Figure 30 The Device Settings Page Static IP Confirmation 7 4 1 Firmware Upgrade You can upgrade the firmware via the Device Settings page To do so 1 Choose the firmware file by clicking the Choose File button in the Firmware upgrade line 2 Click the Upgrade button The new firmware is uploaded File Upload Waiting Figure 31 The Device Settings Page Uploading the New Firmware File 3 Make sure that the new version appears on the Web page lower left side Model VP553 FW version VD 30 IP 192 168 1 39 Settings Upload Save Figure 32 The Device Settings Page New Firmware Updated 7 4 2 Soft Factory Reset Click the Soft Factory Reset button to reset all the device parameters except for the IP Address The following message appears 7 5 The at 192 168 1 39 says All device parameters apart from the IP address of the device will be reset to their factory defaults Are you sure you wish te proceed Figure 33 The Device Settings Page Soft Factory Reset Message Click OK to proceed The USB Routing Page USB Routing Output Tie To Input SV il Figure 34 The USB Routing Page The USB lets you select one of the USB hosts buttons USB 1 USB 2 USB 3 or USB 4 in the example in USB 1 is selected The selected button is routed to the USB client 7 6 The USB Routing page also lets y
52. ngs Audio out settings Quick audio switching Output 1 HDMIT HDBT oes Output 2 HDMI2 Audio Folow Video Audio out ADO OUT ET Auxiliary settings Line Stereo Mono Microphone Inputs _ 2 EQUALIZER 120Hz Set Delay Mixer On HDMI audio selection HDMI 1 in Audio IN HDMI 2 in Audio IN HDMI 3 in Audio IN Automatic Automatic ET Figure 37 The Audio Settings Page Output 1 shows the output 2 equalizer settings Audio out settings Quick audio switching Auxiliary settings Stereo Mono Microphone Inputs Output 1 Set Delay Auxiliary Mixer On HDMI audio selection HDMI 1 in Audio IN Automatic Output 1 HDMI1 HDBT Output 21 2 Audio out ADO OUT Line Stereo Monitor EQUALIZER HDMI 2 in Audio IN Automatic Figure 38 The Audio Settings Page Output 2 HDMI 3 in Audio IN Automatic shows the Monitor equalizer settings as well as the volume of the Aux Line and Monitor volume levels Audio out settings Quick audio switching Auxiliary settings 5 Microphone Inputs Output 4 120 2 200Hz Same EQas gg Outputt gg Output2 Set Delay Auxiliary Mixer On HDMI audio selection HDMI 1 in Audio IN Automatic Output 1 HDMI1 HDBT Output 2 HDMI2 Audio out ADO OUT 1 2KHz None HDMI 2 in Audio IN Automatic Figure 39 The Audio Settings Page Monito
53. nput details editing window see Figure 16 is slightly different for each input type When selecting an HDMI input you can rename the input set the embedded and analog audio volume and set HDCP to ON or OFF VP 553 Using the Embedded Web Pages Input 1 HDMI1 Embed Vol 100 Analog Val 100 Figure 20 Switching HDMI input Window When selecting the HDBT input you can rename the input set the embedded audio volume set the HDCP to ON or OFF and set the HDBT IR OUT signal route see Section 7 2 1 Input 5 Embed Vol 100 HDCP HDBT2 IR QUT HDBT OUT HDBT1 HDBT3 HDBT QUT Figure 21 Switching Page HDBT input Window For HDBT inputs when a Kramer SID X2N unit is connected to the HDBT input click the SID X2N icon see Figure 22 to open the SID X2N setup window see Figure 23 VP 553 Using the Embedded Web Pages F SID X2N setup window HDBT1 No Signal HDBT2 No Signal HDBT3 No Signal Figure 22 Switching Page SID X2N Setup Icon Connection status Select input gt SID X2N x HDMI Switch to OUT 1 Step in the selected input to OUT 1 and or OUT 2 Figure 23 Switching Page SID X2N Setup Window The connection status indicator appears gray if the device is not connected red if it is connected but without a valid signal and green if a signal is routed to the output When connecting a PC or TP or CV input you can rename the input
54. o a selected output AFV or separately To switch an Input to an Output in the AFV mode see the output 1 button in Figure 19 1 Click an output button The button changes color to purple 2 Click on the Input AFV icon The Output shows the video input next to the video icon and Audio Follow Video next to its audio icon To switch separate audio and video inputs to an output for example selecting the video from INPUT 3 and the PC2 audio signal from INPUT 8 see the output 2 button in Figure 19 1 Click an output button The button changes color to purple 2 Click the video icon on Input 3 The output 2 button displays from input 3 next to the video icon 3 Click the audio icon on Input 8 The Output 2 button displays PC2 next to the audio icon The Scaler Page The Scaler page lets you set the output 1 and output 2 picture and PC mode separately Figure 26 shows the Scaler page for output 1 which includes the picture setup and the PC mode setup Note that when the PC inputs are connected all the settings are available If TP is selected only the WXGA XGA is enabled otherwise PC mode is disabled Picture Contrast Brightness R Gain G Gain B Gain R Offset G Offset B Offset Hue Saturation Sharpness Noise Reduction Size Resolution AUTO SYNC OFF Freeze Blank No Signal Color Figure 26 The Scaler Page Output 1 When an analog input is connecte
55. o and two analog PC audio on 3 5mm mini jacks two stereo CV audio on RCA connectors each with individual level controls A microphone input dynamic or condenser with 48V phantom voltage Audio outputs two balanced stereo audio on terminal blocks Multiple aspect ratio selections full over scan under scan letter box pan scan and best fit Built in ProcAmp color hue sharpness noise contrast and brightness Front panel control audio mute video blanking and freeze frame Built in Web pages for easy setup and remote control Firmware upgrade via the Ethernet Non Volatile memory that saves the final settings 3 1 3 2 Control your VP 553 e Directly via the front panel push buttons e By RS 232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system or other serial controller e Remotely from the infrared remote control transmitter with OSD on screen display e Via the Ethernet with built in Web pages The VP 553 is housed in a 19 2U rack mountable enclosure with rack ears included and is fed from a 100 240 VAC universal switching power supply Using the USB Switcher The VP 553 incorporates a simple yet effective 4 1 USB 1 1 switcher The switcher can be used for example to connect one out of several PCs to a smart board or other USB client The USB switcher can be routed as a separate layer or can be tied to the video switching layer of the unit This creates a powerful USB follows video
56. ou tie any of the USB ports to any of the switcher scaler inputs that are routed to output 1 To do so click the Tie To Input button and then assign the USB 1 to 4 ports each to one of the inputs In the example in if the Tie To INPUT button was selected USB 1 is tied to HDMI 1 USB 2 is tied to HDMI 2 and so on USB Routing Output Figure 35 The USB Tied to a Selected Input The Audio Settings Page The audio settings page lets you define the audio parameters for the inputs outputs 1 and 2 and the audio out Monitor and Line out The main page lets you switch and set the selected audio signal to the two outputs and the independent audio output The rear panel DIP switch settings see Auxiliary Settings Stereo Mono and Microphone are displayed Note that the DIP switch settings cannot be changed via the Web pages only physically on the rear panel The Input tab see lets you set the volume individually for each input including the analog and embedded audio HDMI signals Audio settings Quick audio switching Output Output 21 11 Audio Follow Video Audio out ADO OUT AUX Auxiliary settings Line Stereo Mono Stereo Microphone Dynamic Output 1 Output 2 Inputs Input e HDMI1 Input1 a Input2 e HDMI2 Input2 a HDMI2 Input3 e HDMI3 Input3 a HDMI3 Input4 HDBT1 Input5 HDBT2 Figure 36 The Audio Settings Page Inputs shows the output 1 equalizer setti
57. ource PC _ RJ 45 Pinout Connect the audio output For the Ethernet and HDBaseT connectors see L L G R R L L G R R the proper wiring diagram below Toa To an III 568B ard nen acceptor acceptor Connect the audio AUX IN input AUX IN AUX IN L L G R R L L G R R Toa To an balanced unbalanced source source Step 4 Connect power 2127 AC power to the rear of the VP 553 switch on its power and then switch on the power on each evice Step 5 Set operation parameters via OSD menu To View the OSD press the OSD SELECT button until i LT A you are viewing is lit Enter the OSD menu via the MENU button on the front et the parameters menu item and set parameters as required MISC Select the IR transmission route for each of the units that are connected to the HDBT connectors IN OUT HDBT1 IR OUT HDBT2 IR OUT HDBT3 IR OUT HDBT OUT IR OUT DATA UART OUT Displays the RESOLUTION HDCP DIP SWITCH VERSION Step 6 Control peripheral devices via IR remote controller You can use a remote control transmitter that is used for controlling a peripheral device for example a DVD player to send commands to the A V equipment from to any of the transmitters receiver connected to the HDBT connectors HD8T OUT 1 External IR Sensor DVD Player DVD Player IR Transmitter
58. panel GET Lock front panel D Set input output resolution Get input output resolution D Set audio level Get audio level Short Form Description uiE LLL asina _ A _ aw S oo o SS S S S S SooSo HsHowospp oS S ce oS 9 3 Kramer Protocol 3000 Detailed Commands This section describes the detailed commands list see Section 9 3 3 as well as the Port number key see Section 9 3 1 and the video resolutions key See Section 9 3 2 9 3 1 Port Number Key Audio input Video Output 1 EMB om EN HDMI 3 A 2 2 USBHost 3 088110 4 5 Audio Output 10 LineOUT 00 9 3 2 The Resolutions key Resolution Resolution O fa 2 _ y s _ s fiuo m zm 9 3 3 Commands Permission Transparency S Ge HP la Get command list help for specific 2 options 1 8 2 Response 1 Multi line lnn Device available protocol 3000 commands ce u command selecommand To get help for command use HELP COMMAND_NAME ce 2
59. r Monitor HDMI 3 in Audio IN 77 The EDID Page The EDID page lets you copy a selected resolution Native Timing or the default resolution HDMI HDBT or VGA to one or more selected inputs EDID Read from Copy to Inputs Default Default HDMUHDBT Default VGA Native timing 1024x768 60 1280 800 60 1280 1024 60 1366x768 60 1440x900 60 1400x1050 60 1600x900 60 1600x1200 60 1680x1050 60 1920x1200 60RB Browser Figure 40 The EDID Page Figure 41 shows how to select a resolution from the list and select one or more inputs To copy click the Copy button VP 553 Using the Embedded Web Pages EDID Read from Default HDMUHDBT Default VGA Native timing 1024x768 60 1280x800 60 1366x768 60 1440x900 60 1280x1024 60 1400x1050 60 1600x900 60 1600x1200 60 1680x1050 60 1920x1200 60RB 720p50 Figure 41 EDID Copying the Native Timing shows how to select one of the default resolutions from the list and select one or more inputs To copy click the Copy button EDID Read from Default VP 553 Resolution 1920X1080P60 0 Default VGA Audio Channels 2 Channels Deep Color No supported Native timing 1024x768 60 1280x800 60 1280x1024 60 1366x768 60 Default HDMVHDBT 1440x900 60 to Im 2 HDMI 3 HDBT 2 1600x900 60 1600 1200 60 1680 1050 60 4920x1200 60RB Figure 42 The EDID Page Copying the D
60. r Settings 3 Highlight the network adapter you want to use to connect to the device and click Change settings of this connection The Local Area Connection Properties window for the selected network adapter appears as shown in Figure 8 Connect usinq Intel R 82573V Gigabit Network Connection This connection uses the following items amp Client for Microsoft Networks dil Microsoft Network Monitor 3 Driver dal 005 Packet Scheduler File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks E Intemet Protocol Version 6 amp ntemet Protocol Version 4 TCP IPv4 8 Link Layer Topology Discovery Mapper 1 Driver 8 Link Layer Topology Discovery Responder version 6 The latest version of the intemet protocol that provides communication across diverse interconnected Figure 8 Local Area Connection Properties Window 4 Highlight either Internet Protocol Version 6 6 or Internet Protocol Version 4 TCP IPv4 depending on the requirements of your IT system 5 Click Properties The Internet Protocol Properties window relevant to your IT system appears as shown in Figure 9 or Figure 10 VP 553 Controlling the VP 553 You can get IP settings assigned automatically if your network supports this capability Otherwise you need to ask your network administrator for the appropriate IP settings Use the following address IP address Subnet mask Defa
61. re this product to its proper operating condition Kramer Electronics will also pay the shipping costs necessary to return this product once the repair is complete 2 Replace this product with a direct replacement or with a similar product deemed by Kramer Electronics to perform substantially the same function as the original product 3 Issue a refund of the original purchase price less depreciation to be determined based on the age of the product at the time remedy is sought under this limited warranty What Kramer Electronics will not do Under This Limited Warranty If this product is returned to Kramer Electronics or the authorized dealer from which it was purchased or any other party authorized to repair Kramer Electronics products this product must be insured during shipment with the insurance and shipping charges prepaid by you If this product is returned uninsured you assume all risks of loss or damage during shipment Kramer Electronics will not be responsible for any costs related to the removal or re installation of this product from or into any installation Kramer Electronics will not be responsible for any costs related to any setting up this product any adjustment of user controls or any programming required for a specific installation of this product How to Obtain a Remedy under this Limited Warranty To obtain a remedy under this limited warranty you must contact either the authorized Kramer Electronics reseller from whom you pur
62. ress automatically Use the following DNS server addresses Preferred DNS server Alternate DNS server validate settings upon exit Figure 11 Internet Protocol Properties Window 7 Click OK 8 Click Close 6 4 Connecting the Ethernet Port via a Network Hub or Switch You can connect the Ethernet port of the VP 553 to the Ethernet port on a network hub or using a straight through cable with RJ 45 connectors 6 4 3 Control Configuration via the Ethernet Port To control several units via Ethernet connect the Master unit Device 1 via the Ethernet port to the Ethernet port of your PC Use the OSD menu to provide initial configuration of the settings see Section 6 2 1 VP 553 Controlling the VP 553 6 5 Controlling via the Infrared Remote Control Transmitter You can control the VP 553 from the infrared remote control transmitter BLANK MUTE FREEZE qe D BLANK FREEZE HDMI3 1 Figure 12 Infrared Remote Control Transmitter Keys Function POWER Toggle the power save mode ON or OFF BLANK MUTE F Toggle between a blank screen black screen and the display for both windows Toggle between muting blocking out the sound and enabling the audio output REEZE Freeze unfreeze the output video image for both windows Toggle between a blank screen black screen and the display for both windows Toggle between muting blocking out the sou
63. s option is recommended when the HDMI output is connected to a splitter switcher When FOLLOW OUTPUT is selected the scaler matches its HDCP output to the HDCP setting of the HDMI acceptor to which it is connected AUTOSYNC Turn the auto sync ON OFF When ON this de activates the output after a few OFF minutes if no input is present This is useful for example when the output is connected to a projector and the projector will automatically shut down when it has no input AUDIO Adjust audio parameters see Section 6 2 3 1 AUDIO EQ Set the audio EQ values in 0 5dB steps for BELOW 120Hz CENTER 200Hz CENTER 500Hz CENTER 1200Hz CENTER 3000Hz CENTER 7500Hz and ABOVE 12000Hz NO SIGNAL Select a BLUE or BLACK window color if no signal is detected COLOR 6 2 3 1 The AUDIO Parameters Function SOURCE Select the audio source FOLLOW VIDEO HDMI1 HDMI2 HDBT1 HDBT2 HDBT3 PC1 PC2 TP1 TP2 CV1 CV2 or MIC EMBEDDED AUDIO HDMI AUDIO IN Select the HDMI 1 HDMI 2 and HDMI audio 1 2 and 3 sources behavior AUTOMATIC the embedded audio on the HDMI input is selected for an HDMI signal or the analog audio input is selected if the input is not HDMI for example for a DVI input signal EMBEDDED the embedded audio in the HDMI signal is selected ANALOG the analog audio input is selected HDMI AUDIO IN is enabled only when one of the HDMI inputs is selected OUTPUT VOLUME Set the output volume MU
64. ta has to be copied to this destination Response Triggers Response is sent to the com port from which the Set was received before execution Notes Destination bitmap size depends on device properties for 64 inputs it is a 64 bit word Example bitmap 0x0013 means inputs 1 2 and 5 are loaded with the new EDID Permission Transparency Sw Gp Administrator Pubie Description Syntax Set EDID data from device SGEDID P1 P2 Get EDID support on certain input output GEDID P 1 P2 Response Set Multi line response nne GEDID P1 P2 sizdc uF EDID_datalce r nnlecEDiD JP1 P4 jok a Get 2 r Parameters P1 stage O input 1 output P2 stage_id Input Output number valid according to the selected Input Output according to P1 video inputs 0 7 Video outputs 0 1 2 see Section 9 3 1 Size EDID data size For Set size of data to be sent from device for Get 0 means no EDID support Response Triggers Response is sent to the com port from which the Set before execution Get command was received Notes For Get size 0 means EDID is not supported For old devices that do not support this command nn ERR 002 c l is received Command ROUTE Command Type Command Name Permission Transparency Description Syntax Set layer routing ROUTE P1 P2 P3 Get layer routing ROUTE P1 P2 Respons
65. the OSD menu mode press to increase volume for embedded HDMI inputs this does not affect the embedded output 15 RESET TO XGA 720p Press to reset the video resolution of both scalers to XGA or 720p Button Press and hold for about 2 seconds to reset to XGA or press and hold for about 5 seconds to reset to 720p OSD SELECT Button Click to select the output on which the OSD will be displayed on both outputs on output 1 output 2 or none M9IAJ9AQ 66 22 23 2 TP In 1 TP 2 AUDIO INPUTS 1 CV 2 L AUDIO L LeveL EQ Lever EQ EX ER USBINi USBIN2 USBiN3 USBiN4 USBOur HDM 1 HDMI2 us nua uu AE 7 ies G Re R COND R R mm BHH 9 9 ES VIDEO INPUTS PC IN 1 CV IN 1 VIDEO OUTPUTS f 00000 gt HDBT IN 1 HDBT IN 2 HDBT 3 HDMI IN 1 HDMI IN 3 HDBT OUT 1 ETH RS 232 DATA ooooo ooooo L L L C 98885 LJ Cay HDMI IN 2 PC IN 2 OUT 2 HDMI RS 232 CONTROL L 17 8 19 20 G2 909 09 Figure 2 VP 553 Presentation Switcher Scaler Rear Panel AUDIO OUTPUTS MONITOR UT Lt L G R R REM Feature Function VIDEO INPUT RJ 45 Connect to a TP transmitter for example the TP 121xl from 1 to 2 Connectors LEVEL Trimmer Use to adjust the input signal level Use to adjust the cable compensation equalization level HDBT IN Connect to an HDBT Transmi
66. tion 6 2 2 1 AUDIO EQ Set the audio EQ values in 0 5dB steps for BELOW 120Hz CENTER 200Hz CENTER 500Hz CENTER 1200Hz CENTER 3000Hz CENTER 7500Hz and ABOVE 12000Hz NO SIGNAL Select a BLUE or BLACK window color if no ee is detected COLOR S S S ZZ ADJUST When set to ON auto adjusts the image centers it correctly on the screen every time the input is switched to VGA or when the input resolution changes H POSITION Set the horizontal position of the picture V POSITION Set the vertical position of the picture 6 2 2 1 The AUDIO Parameters Parameter Function SOURCE Select the audio source FOLLOW VIDEO HDMI1 HDMI2 HDBT1 HDBT2 PC1 PC2 TP1 TP2 CV1 CV2 or MIC EMBEDDED AUDIO HDMI AUDIO IN Select the HDMI 1 HDMI 2 and HDMI audio 1 2 and 3 sources behavior AUTOMATIC the embedded audio on the HDMI input is selected for an HDMI signal or the analog audio input is selected if the input is not HDMI for example for a DVI input signal EMBEDDED the embedded audio in the HDMI signal is selected ANALOG the analog audio input is selected HDMI AUDIO IN is enabled only when one of the HDMI inputs is selected OUTPUT VOLUME Set the output volume MUTE Set MUTE to ON or OFF DELAY Select the audio delay time OFF 10ms to 80ms in 10ms steps or DYNAMIC MICROPHONE MIX Set mix ON to mix the microphone input with the selected audio input or set to OFF Adjust the mix level enabled when M
67. tput parameters see Section 6 2 4 Set the audio input parameters see Section 6 2 5 Set the USB ports behavior see Section 6 2 6 Set the OSD parameters H POSITION V POSITION TIMER BACKGROUND and DISPLAY see Section 6 2 7 Select YES to reset to the default parameters If you cannot see the display after factory reset use the front panel RESET TO XGA 720p button to set the correct resolution press to toggle between reset to XGA and reset to 720p IP MODE Set to DHCP or STATIC When selecting STATIC IP the IP number appears next to IP ADDRESS SET STATIC IP set the IP ADDRESS DEF GATEWAY default gateway and SUBNET MASK CONTROL PORT set the CONTROL PORT number You can use a remote control transmitter that is used for controlling a peripheral device for example a DVD player to send commands to the A V equipment from to any of the transmitters receiver connected to the HDBT connectors see Section 7 2 1 Select the IR transmission route for each of the units that are connected to the HDBT connectors IN OUT HDBT1 IR OUT set to HDBT2 HDBT3 or HDBT OUT to set the IR route from to HDBT2 or HDBT OUT to HDBT1 2 IR OUT set to HDBT1 or HDBT OUT to set the IR route from HDBT1 or HDBT OUT to HDBT2 HDBTS3 IR OUT set to HDBT1 HDBT2 or HDBT OUT to set the IR route from HDBT1 HDBT2 or HDBT OUT to HDBT3 HDBT OUT IR OUT set to HDBT1 HDBT2 or to set the
68. tter for example the Kramer TP 580Txr to pass audio and video signals as well as serial commands from 1 to 3 AUDIO INPUT HDMI 3 5mm Mini Connect the analog audio HDMI source from 1 3 Connectors Jack AUXIN PC 3 5mm Mini Connect to the analog audio computer graphics source from 1 to 2 Jack Connect to the L and R analog audio composite video source from 1 to 2 Feature Function AUDIO MONITOR OUT Connect to a stereo analog audio acceptor for example active speakers or an audio power amplifier OUTPUT 2 Block LINE OUT Connect to a stereo analog audio acceptor for example active speakers or an audio power amplifier onnectors 30 REM Terminal Block Connector Remote switch to mute the analog and embedded audio signal Allows easy integration of the audio system with a public announcement audio system usually used in cases of alarms or other audio messages POWER Switch Switch for turning the unit ON or OFF 32 VIDEO OUT 1 Connect to an HDMI acceptor ul E Connect to an HDBT Receiver for example the Kramer TP 580Rxr 34 ETHERNET Connector Connects to the PC or other Serial Controller through computer networking 34 35 232 DATA 9 D sub Port Connect to the PC or the remote controller and pass data between this RS 232 port and the HDBT OUT port or one of the HDBT IN ports 7 RS 232 CONTROL 9 D sub Port Connect to the PC or the remote controller Power Connector with Fuse AC
69. ttons for selecting the required input CV 1 and 2 TP 1 and 2 PC 1 and 2 HDBT 1 to 3 or HDMI 1 to 3 to OUT 1 Input selector buttons for selecting the required input HDBT 1 to 3 or HDMI 1 to 3 to OUT 2 Input selector buttons for selecting the required USB port 1 to 4 BLANK MUTE and FREEZE buttons for OUT 1 and OUT 2 MENU ENTER and up down left and right arrow buttons RESET TO XGA 720p and OSD SELECT buttons The Auto Adjust Feature The auto adjust feature applies only to the PC input automatically centers the image on the screen when pressing the ENTER front panel button on the remote control transmitter when not within the OSD menu You can also implement this feature every time the input is switched to VGA or when the input resolution changes via the AUTO ADJUST menu see Section 6 2 2 6 2 Using the OSD Menu The control buttons let you control the VP 553 via the OSD menu Press the e MENU button to enter the menu The default timeout is set to 10 seconds e ENTER button to accept changes and to change the menu settings e Arrow buttons to move through the OSD menu which is displayed on the video outp ut On the OSD menu select EXIT to exit the menu 6 2 1 The MAIN Menu Mode Function OUTPUT 1 Set the output 1 parameters see Section 6 2 2 OUTPUT 2 Set the output 2 parameters see Section 6 2 3 AUDIO OUT AUDIO SET FACTORY ETHER NET MISC Set the audio ou
70. ult gateway 7 Obtain DNS server address automatically Use the following DNS server addresses Preferred DNS server Alternate DNS server Validate settings upon exit Figure 9 Internet Protocol Version 4 Properties Window You can get IPv6 settings assigned automatically if your network supports this capability Otherwise you need to ask your network administrator for the appropriate settings i amp Obtain an IPv6 address automatically 7 Use the following IPv6 address IP amp address Subnet prefix length 8 Obtain DNS server address automatically Alternate DNS server Validate settings upon exit Figure 10 Internet Protocol Version 6 Properties Window VP 553 Controlling the VP 553 6 Select Use the following IP Address for static IP addressing and fill in the details as shown in Figure 11 For TCP IPv4 you can use any IP address in the range 192 168 1 1 to 192 168 1 255 excluding 192 168 1 39 that is provided by your IT department Internet Protocol Version 4 TCP IPv4 Properties 9 General You can get IP settings assigned automatically if your network supports this capability Otherwise you need to ask your network administrator for the appropriate IP settings Obtain an IP address automatically Use the following IP address IP address 192 168 1 2 Subnet mask 255 255 255 0 Default gateway Obtain DNS server add

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