Kramer Electronics VP-14
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1. IPS asfollows setthe DIPS asfollows J 1234 5 6 7 8 5 6 7 8 ON ee Connect from the ON PC s RS 232 Port Figure 2 VP 14 RS 232 Port Extender Connection KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD LIMITED WARRANTY Kramer Electronics hereafter Kramer warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms HOW LONG IS THE WARRANTY Labor and parts are warranted for three years from the date of the first customer purchase WHO IS PROTECTED Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty WHAT IS COVERED AND WHAT IS NOT COVERED Except as below this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product The following are not covered by the warranty 1 Any product which is not distributed by Kramer or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer If you are uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the web site www kramerelectronics com Any product on which the serial number has been defaced modified or removed 3 Damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from i Accident misuse abuse neglect fire water lightning or other acts of nature ii Product modifica2. Kramer Electronics Ltd l KRAMER USER MANUAL Model VP 14 RS 232 Port Extender Introduction Contents 1 2 3 4 4 1 4 2 Introduction Getting Started Overview Your Port Extender Setting the SETUP Dipswitches Connecting the RS 232 Port Extender Unit 400 r2 N E Figures Figure 1 VP 14 RS 232 Port Extender Figure 2 VP 14 RS 232 Port Extender Connection Hu Tables Table 1 VP 14 Technical Specifications Table 2 Features and Functions of the VP 14 RS 232 Port Extender Table 3 PORT 1 SETUP 1 2 and PORT 3 SETUP 3 4 Dipswitch Settings Table 4 PORT 2 SETUP 1 2 and PORT 4 SETUP 3 4 Dipswitch Settings UY UY UY WwW Introduction Dedication by Kramer Electronics since 1981 to the development and manufacture of high quality video audio equipment makes the Kramer line an integral part of the finest production and presentation facilities in the world In recent years Kramer has redesigned and upgraded most of the line making the best even better The Kramer line of professional video audio electronics is one of the most versatile and complete available and is a true leader in terms of quality workmanship price performance ratio and innovation In addition to our high quality accessories like the VP 14 RS 232 Port Extender we also offer excellent switchers and matrices distribution amplifiers presentation processors interfaces remote controllers and computer related produc
3. S 232 DB 9M port on the PC or the switcher 3 PORT 4 DB 9F Connect to the RS 232 DB 9M port on the PC or the switcher 4 12VDC 12V DC connector for powering the unit 5 ONLED Illuminates when receiving power 6 SETUP 3 4 Set the dipswitches for straight or crossed wires for ports 3 and 4 7 SETUP 1 2 Set the dipswitches for straight or crossed wires for ports 1 and 2 8 PORT 1 DB 9F Connect to the RS 232 DB 9M port on the PC or the switcher 4 1 Setting the SETUP Dipswitches The SETUP dipswitches define how the wires connect straight flat or crossed between each port and the PC or switcher as follows Table 3 PORT 1 SETUP 1 2 and PORT 3 SETUP 3 4 Dipswitch Settings Table 4 PORT 2 Wires DIP1 DIP2 DIP3 DIP4 Straight Flat OFF ON OFF ON Crossed ON OFF ON OFF SETUP 1 2 and PORT 4 SETUP 3 4 Dipswitch Settings Wires DIP5 DIP6 DIP7 DIP8 Straight Flat OFF ON OFF ON Crossed ON OFF ON OFF 1 Connect PINS 2 to 2 3 to 3 and 5 to 5 a one to one connection from the PC s DB 9 port to the DB 9 port on the VP 14 2 Cross PINS 2 and 3 3 and 2 and connect PINS 5 to 5 KRAMER Your Port Extender 4 2 Connecting the RS 232 Port Extender Unit To connect the VP 14 RS 232 Port Extender do the following l Connect PORT 1 and or PORT 2 and or PORT 3 and or PORT 4 to the RS 232 DB 9M port on a PC controller and or switcher s Set t
4. ed Kramer technician Any user who makes changes or modifications to the unit without the expressed approval of the manufacturer will void user authority to operate the equipment X Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine X Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components KRAMER KRAMER For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit our Web site www kramerelectronics com where updates to this user manual may be found We welcome your questions comments and feedback Safety Warning Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening servicing Caution 9007 2 lt a m e EA Institute of z d amp NQuality amp Control P N 2900 006011 Rev 2 Kramer Electronics Ltd Web site www kramerelectronics com E mail info kramerel com P N 2900 006011 REV 2
5. est performance means e Connecting only good quality connection cables thus avoiding interference deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching and elevated noise levels often associated with low quality cables e Avoiding interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality and positioning your VP 14 in a location free from moisture and away from excessive sunlight and dust 1 As an option you can purchase the Kramer VA 50P 6 Port Universal 12 Volt Power Supply enabling you to supply power to up to 6 Kramer devices that require 12VDC 2 KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD Your Port Extender 4 Your Port Extender Figure 1 and Tables 1 and 2 define the VP 14 RS 232 Port Extender lo Ei O Bo eO HO PORT 2 PORT 3 PORT 4 E 7 gt Table 1 VP 14 Technical Specifications KRAMER TOOLS K RS 232 Ports Null modem RS 232 C compatible LN TX RX signals Power Source 12 VDC 30mA RS 232 Port Extender vP14 Dimensions 12 cm x 7 5 cm x 2 5 cm 4 7 x 2 95 x 0 98 W D H PORT SEIUPduA SETUPS SON CUANDO Weight 0 28 kg 0 62 Ibs approx Inc JEO me i RS y 600 Figure 1 VP 14 RS 232 Port Extender Table 2 Features and Functions of the VP 14 RS 232 Port Extender Feature Function 1 PORT 2 DB 9F Connect to the RS 232 DB 9M port on the PC or the switcher 2 PORT 3 DB 9F Connect to the R
6. he dipswitches SETUP 1 2 SETUP 3 4 as section 4 1 describes Connect the 12V DC power adapter to the power socket and connect the adapter to the mains electricity Figure 2 illustrates 2 different examples of how to set the dipswitches 1 e In the first example A PC connects to PORT 2 via flat cable PORT 4 connects to a switcher via flat cable In the second example T A PC connects to PORT 1 via crossed wires PORT 2 connects to a switcher via crossed wires PORT 3 connects to a switcher via flat cable PORT 4 connects to a switcher via flat cable Connect from the Connect to the Connect to the Connect to the Connect to the PC s RS 232 Port Switcher s RS 232 Port Switcher s RS 232 Port Switcher s RS 232 Port Switcher s RS 232 Port E 4 Flat Cable oo Flat Cable ar foo fie Ht Es EHH i Crossed Wires J Flat Cable Flat Cable HA HE HH HH HE PORT 2 PORT 3 PORT 4 PORT 2 PORT 3 PORT 4 KRAMER TOOLS KRAMER TOOLS KRAMER KRAMER RS 838 Port Extender VP14 RS 232 Port Extender vP14 PORT 1 SETUP 1 2 SETUP 3 4 ON 12V DC PORT 1 SETUP 1 2 SETUP 3 4 ON 12V DC unc um amp As the PC connects to PORT 2 viaa Asthe switcher connects to PORT 4 via m a flat cable sett DIPS E follows aflatcable ne DIPS as follows Crossed Wires When slg cibesad wires Nini vai sight wire EJ setthe D
7. icular 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 L Damage to other property caused by defects in this product damages based upon inconvenience loss of use of the product loss of time commercial loss or 2 Any other damages whether incidental consequential or otherwise Some countries may not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from place to place NOTE All products returned to Kramer for service must have prior approval This may be obtained from your dealer This equipment has been tested to determine compliance with the requ irements of EN 50081 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic emission 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 DO Servicing the machines can only be done by an authoriz
8. tion 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 or installation 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 Removal or installations charges 2 Costs of initial technical adjustments set up including adjustment of user controls or programming These costs are the responsibility of the Kramer dealer from whom the product was purchased 3 Shipping charges HOW YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE 1 To obtain service on you product you must take or ship it prepaid to any authorized Kramer service center 2 Whenever warranty service is required the original dated invoice or a copy must be presented as proof of warranty coverage and should be included in any shipment of the product Please also include in any mailing a contact name company address and a description of the problem s 3 For the name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center consult your authorized dealer LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES All implied warranties including warranties of merchantabi lity and fitness for a part
9. ts Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer Tools VP 14 RS 232 Port Extender This product is ideal for e Controlling a single matrix switcher or other product via several computers and or controllers e Monitoring several RS 232 controlled machines via one PC port e Inter communication between several serially controlled machines KRAMER Getting Started The package includes the following items e VP 14 RS 232 Port Extender e Mounting bracket e Power adapter 12V DC Input e This user manual e Kramer concise product catalog CD 2 Getting Started We recommend that you e Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment e Review the contents of this user manual 3 Overview The unique VP 14 RS 232 Port Extender distributes an incoming RS 232 command as transmitted by a touch screen control system personal computer or other type of control system to 3 other RS 232 ports This lets you control up to 3 compatible devices when only one serial port or RS 232 card is available The VP 14 is specifically designed for use with Kramer switchers and routers but can be easily adapted for use with any other equi pment which uses RS 232 in null modem configuration In particular the VP 14 includes e Four DB 9M ports any of which can receive incoming RS 232 e Dipswitches to configure each port for use with straight flat or crossed wires Achieving the b
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