Kramer Electronics VP-425 video converter
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1. Introduction Welcome to Kramer Electronics Since 1981 Kramer Electronics has been providing a world of unique creative and affordable solutions to the vast range of problems that confront video audio presentation and broadcasting professionals on a daily basis In recent years we have redesigned and upgraded most of our line making the best even better Our 1 000 plus different models now appear in 11 groups that are clearly defined by function GROUP 1 Distribution Amplifiers GROUP 2 Switchers and 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 and GROUP 11 Sierra Video Products Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VP 425 PC Component to HDMI Scaler which is designed to let you control an A V system with ease in a multimedia classroom or conference room This product is ideal for e Projection systems in conference rooms boardrooms hotels and houses of worship e Home theater up scaling e Rental and staging 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 e Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables Go t2. PROCESSING DELAY 20 ms CONTROLS ON and PC COMPONENT INPUT LEDs POWER CONSUMPTION 5V DC 400mA OPERATING TEMPERATURE 0 to 55 C 32 to 131 F STORAGE TEMPERATURE 45 to 72 C 49 to 162 F HUMIDITY 10 to 90 RHL non condensing DIMENSIONS 18 8cm x 11 4cm x 2 45cm 7 4 x 4 5 x 0 98 W D H WEIGHT 0 66kg 1 45lbs approx ACCESSORIES Power supply OPTIONS RK T2B 19 rack adapter Specifications are subject to change without notice Go to our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com to access the list of resolutions VP 425 Technical Specifications 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 unauthorized tampering with this product any repairs attempt
3. is reduced LENGTHY CABLE HDMI technology has been designed to use standard copper cable construction at up to 15m e Supports standard enhanced high definition video and multi channel digital audio on a single cable MULTI CHANNEL DIGITAL AUDIO HDMI supports multiple audio formats from standard stereo to multi channel surround sound HDMI has the capacity to support Dolby 5 1 audio and high resolution audio formats e Transmits all ATSC HDTV standards and supports 8 channel digital audio with bandwidth to spare to accommodate future enhancements and requirements e Benefits consumers by providing superior uncompressed digital video quality via a single cable and user friendly connector HDMI provides the quality and functionality of a digital interface while also supporting uncompressed video formats in a simple cost effective manner e Is backward compatible with DVI Digital Visual Interface e Supports two way communication between the video source such as a DVD player and the digital television enabling new functionality such as automatic configuration and one button play e Has the capacity to support existing high definition video formats 720p 1080i and 1080p 60 standard definition formats such as NTSC or PAL as well as 480p and 576p VP 425 Overview 3 2 3 3 About HDCP The High Bandwidth Digital Content Protection HDCP standard developed by Intel protects digital video and audio signals transmitt
4. EFRESH RATE HD OUTPUT COLOR OSD SETTINGS ADVANCED FACTORY DEFAULT INFORMATION Off Min Typ Max Select the output resolution from the menu default 720p Appears as Output resolution Appears as 480p 1280x1024 576p 1360x768 720p 1400x1050 1400x1050 1080i 440x900 1080p 1600x1200 640x480 1680x1050 1680x1050 SVGA 800x600 1920x1200 1024x768 Native 1280x800 1280x800 NATIVE Select NATIVE to select the output resolution from the EDID of the connected HDMI monitor Select the output refresh rate FOLLOW 50Hz 60Hz Select the HD output colorspace RGB YPbPr Set the OSD parameters H Position V Position Transparency Timeout and Display see Section 5 2 3 AUTO SYNC OFF Turn the auto sync ON OFF When ON this deactivates the output after a few minutes if no input is present until a valid input is again detected or any button is pressed 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 H OFFSET adjust the picture H position V OFFSET adjust the picture V position FREEZE set the function of the FREEZE button FREEZE MUTE MUTE ONLY FREEZE ONLY Resets to the default parameters If you cannot see the display after factory reset use the front panel buttons to set the correct resolution To reset to XGA press the FREEZE and ENTER buttons simultaneously for about 2 seconds To reset to 720
5. KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD USER MANUAL MODEL VP 425 PC Component to HDMI Scaler P N 2900 300111 Rev 2 VP 425 Quick Start Guide This guide takes you through a basic installation and first time use of your VP 425 For more detailed information see the VP 425 user manual You can download the latest manual at http www kramerelectronics com Step 1 Check what s in the box E The VP 425 PC Component to HDMI Scaler A 4 Rubber feet 1 Power Adapter A 1 Quick start guide F Mounting brackets A 1 User Manual Step 2 Install the VP 425 Mount the machine in a rack or place on a table Step 3 Connect inputs and output Plasma DVD Player Display Step 4 Configure the VP 425 via the OSD menu Press the MENU button to open the OSD menu PICTURE ASPECT RATIO OVER SCANNING NOISE REDUCTION OUTPUT REFRESH RATE HD OUTPUT COLOR OSD SETTINGS ADVANCED FACTORY DEFAULT INFORMATION EXIT Contents Introduction 2 Getting Started 2 1 Achieving the Best Performance 3 Overview 3 1 About HDMI 3 2 About HDCP 3 3 Defining the VP 425 PC Component to HDMI Scaler 4 Connecting the VP 425 PC Component to HDMI Scaler 5 Controlling the VP 425 5 1 Controlling via the Front Panel Buttons 5 2 Using the OSD Menu 6 Technical Specifications Figures Figure 1 VP 425 PC Component to HDMI Scaler Figure 2 Connecting the VP 425 PC Component to HDMI Scaler oowoo o nA NN N
6. cs 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 purchased this product or the Kramer Electronics office nearest you Fo
7. e 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 2301 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 labe bearing the serial number of this product has been removed or defaced
8. ed 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 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 restore this product to its proper operating condition Kramer Electroni
9. ed over DVI or HDMI connections between two HDCP enabled devices to eliminate the reproduction of copyrighted material To protect copyright holders such as movie studios from having their programs copied and shared the HDCP standard provides for the secure and encrypted transmission of digital signals Defining the VP 425 PC Component to HDMI Scaler HDMI Out PC COMPONENT INPUT AUDIO INPUT RESET To XGA 1 COMPONENT Menu ENTER N Oo FREEZE PC Component to HDMI Scaler aa Figure 1 VP 425 PC Component to HDMI Scaler Feature Function 1 PROGRAM USB Connector For firmware upgrade 2 PC COMPONENT INPUT Connects to a PC or component source 15 pin HD Connector 3 AUDIO INPUT LEFT Connects to an unbalanced stereo audio source RIGHT HDMI OUT Connector Connects to an HDMI acceptor 5V DC 5V DC connector for powering the unit ON LED Lights green when the unit is powered on COMPONENT IN LED Lights blue when a component YPbPr signal is detected on the input MENU Button Press to enter escape the on screen display OSD menu Press together with the button to reset to 720p 10 ENTER Button In the OSD press to choose the highlighted menu item Press together with the button to reset to XGA In the OSD press to move backward through the list or to decrement the parameter value FREEZE Button In the OSD press to move forward through the list or to incremen
10. for firmware upgrade A non volatile memory that retains the last settings used A freeze button An external 5V DC power source making it suitable for field operation You can control your VP 425 directly via the front panel push buttons and the on screen display OSD The VP 425 is housed in a compact MegaTOOLS enclosure letting 2 units to be rack mounted side by side in a 1U rack space with the optional RK T2B universal rack adapter 3 1 About HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface HDMI is an uncompressed all digital audio video interface widely supported in the entertainment and home cinema industry HDMI ensures an all digital rendering of video without the losses associated with analog interfaces and their unnecessary digital to analog conversions It delivers the maximum high definition image and sound quality in use today Note that Kramer Electronics Limited is an HDMI Adopter and an HDCP Licensee HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI licensing LLC In particular HDMI e Provides a simple interface between any audio video source such as a set top box DVD player or A V receiver and video monitor such as a digital flat LCD plasma television DTV over a single lengthy cable SIMPLICITY With video and multi channel audio combined into a single cable the cost complexity and confusion of multiple cables currently used in A V systems
11. ii the product is not distributed by Kramer Electronics or iii this product is not purchased from an authorized Kramer Electronics reseller If you are unsure whether a reseller is an authorized Kramer Electronics reseller please visit our Web site at www kramerelectronics com or contact a Kramer Electronics office from the list at the end of this document Your rights under this limited warranty are not diminished if you do not complete and return the product registration form or complete and submit the online product registration form Kramer Electronics thanks you for purchasing a Kramer Electronics product We hope it will give you years of satisfaction VP 425 For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit our Web site where updates to this user manual may be found We welcome your questions comments and feedback Web site www kramerelectronics com KRAMER E mail info kramerel com SAFETY WARNING Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening and servicing P N 2900 300111 Rev 2
12. nt Panel Buttons The VP 425 includes the following front panel buttons e MENU ENTER and e FREEZE e RESET TO XGA 720p Using the OSD Menu Press the menu button to enter or close the OSD menu While the OSD menu is open you can use the front panel buttons to perform the following functions Press the e and buttons to move up and down through the menu items and increment or decrement the parameter values e ENTER button to select and activate a menu item or accept the parameter value set e MENU button to close the OSD menu VP 425 Controlling the VP 425 As an example of setting parameters to increase the contrast on the display 1 From normal operation press MENU The OSD main menu appears on the screen 2 Press the or button to highlight CONTRAST CONTRAST changes to green when highlighted 3 Press ENTER The contrast value parameter changes to red 4 Press the button to increase the value increase the contrast or the button to decrease the value decrease the contrast The value ranges from 0 to 100 5 Press ENTER to set the value The contrast value parameter changes back to white 6 To return to normal operation highlight EXIT and press ENTER press MENU or wait until the menu times out 5 2 1 The MAIN MENU Mode l Function PICTURE See Section 5 2 2 ASPECT RATIO Full 16 9 4 3 BEST FIT OVER SCANNING Off 5 10 15 20 NOISE REDUCTION OUTPUT R
13. o http www kramerelectronics com to check for up to date user manuals application programs and to check if firmware upgrades are available where appropriate 2 1 Achieving the Best Performance To achieve the best performance e Use only good quality connection cables to avoid interference deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching and elevated noise levels often associated with low quality cables e Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality e Position your Kramer VP 425 away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust Caution Warning Warning No operator serviceable parts inside the unit Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall adapter that is provided with the unit Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall before installing Overview The Kramer VP 425 PC Component to HDMI Scaler is a high performance digital scaler for computer graphics and HDTV signals It up or down scales the PC or component video input and embeds the stereo audio into the HDMI output The VP 425 PC Component to HDMI Scaler also features A non HDCP encrypted HDMI or DVI output signal on an HDMI connector HDTV Compatibility A maximum resolution of up to WUXGA and 1080p A built in ProcAmp for convenient signal adjustment On Screen Display OSD for easy setup and adjustment accessible via the front panel buttons A USB port
14. p press the and MENU buttons simultaneously for about 2 seconds Displays the input and output resolution via the INFO display the SINK connector type and model the native resolutions and the software version EXIT Select to exit the menu Controlling the VP 425 5 2 2 The PICTURE Menu Parameter l Function CONTRAST Set the contrast BRIGHTNESS Set the brightness SATURATION Set the color saturation 5 2 3 The OSD Menu Parameter l Function POSITION LEFT TOP RIGHT TOP RIGHT BTM LEFT BTM CENTER TRANSPARENCY Set the OSD background between 0 solid black and 15 transparent MENU TIMEOUT Set the OSD timeout period in seconds from 5 to 50 OFF INFO TIMEOUT Set the INFO timeout period in seconds from 5 to 50 OFF INFO DISPLAY Select the information shown on the screen during operation ON the information is shown permanently OFF the information is not shown INFO the information is shown for the time period set in INFO TIMEOUT following any change in the resolution VP 425 Controlling the VP 425 6 Technical Specifications INPUTS 1 15 pin HD connector 1 unbalanced stereo audio on RCA connectors OUTPUT 1 HDMI connector PORT 1 USB port OUTPUT RESOLUTIONS 480p 576p 720p 1080i 1080p 640x480 800x600 1024x768 1280x800 1280x1024 1360x768 1400x1050 1440x900 1600x1200 1680x1050 1920x1200 and native OUTPUT REFRESH RATE 50 60Hz follow input
15. r 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 it is 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 damages or the limitation of liability to specified amounts so the abov
16. t the parameter value When not in the OSD press to freeze the display 7 a 3 6 7 ETERA VP 425 Overview 5 4 Connecting the VP 425 PC Component to HDMI Scaler Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your VP 425 After connecting your VP 425 connect its power and then switch on the power to each device To connect the VP 425 as illustrated in the example in Figure 2 do the following 1 Connect a component video source for example a DVD player to the PC COMPONENT INPUT 15 pin HD connector as shown in the pinout table below Pr 1 Y 2 Pb 3 Ground 6 7 8 Alternatively you can connect a PC to the 15 pin HD connector 2 Connect an analog stereo audio source for example the DVD player audio signal to the Land R AUDIO INPUT RCA connectors 3 Connect the HDMI OUT 15 pin HD connector to an HDMI acceptor for example an LCD display 4 Connect the 5V DC power adapter to the power socket and connect the adapter to the mains electricity not shown in Figure 2 VP 425 Connecting the VP 425 PC Component to HDMI Scaler DVD Player Figure 2 Connecting the VP 425 PC Component to HDMI Scaler VP 425 Connecting the VP 425 PC Component to HDMI Scaler 5 5 1 5 2 Controlling the VP 425 The VP 425 can be controlled via e The front panel buttons see Section 5 1 e The OSD menu see Section 5 2 Controlling via the Fro
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