Kramer Electronics VP-470 Network Hardware User Manual
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1. Connecting the Audio Control VP 722DS Only The VP 722DS has the ability to control an external Kramer audio routing switcher with contact closure control for audio follow video applications This is accomplished by providing a set of contact closures that follow the Video Input selection This connector strip is located on the rear panel of the unit and a normally open pair of contacts is provided to correspond to each input SV CV PC1 PC2 PC3 and PC4 When a particular video input is selected via the front panel Input Button its respective set of contacts close thus providing an indication to the external audio switcher Please refer to the Kramer audio switcher s user manual for instructions on connecting the Video Scaler s contacts to the audio switcher s contacts Turning the Video Scaler On Make sure that all cables are connected and that all other equipment is turned on The Video Scaler s AC Power Switch on the rear panel should be switched to the On position When the Video Scaler is switched on some of the LED indicators on the front panel will illuminate If a video input signal is present an image should be seen on the output display device If there is no picture on the display device go to the Troubleshooting section Kramer Electronics Ltd KRAMER 6 7 7 1 7 2 ABOUT THE VIDEO SCALER The Video Scaler is controlled via the Front Panel Buttons and its status determined by the Front Pane2. drawing of the rear panels of the two units OUTPUT m INPUTS OO0CO0OO0O om 4S OO EE ane correo QOOOOD Loooooo OO VIDEO S VIDEO PC4 PC3 PC2 PC1 CV SV POWER 100 240V 50 60Hz R V OUTPUT INPUTS OOo an we O00000 reesen m B H Rack Mounting Each of the Video Scalers described in this manual mount in a standard 19 1RU EIA rack assembly These devices do not require spacing above or below the unit for ventilation Four standard rackmounting screws are provided for each of the four corner holes in the rack ears Kramer Electronics Ltd KRAMER 5 2 5 3 5 4 5 5 5 6 5 7 Connecting the Video Inputs The Video Scaler provides for a Composite Video or an S Video input signal for scaling as well as a computer signal input 4 in the case of the VP 722DS that is passed through the unit when it is in the Bypass Mode gt Composite Video use the composite video cable provided to connect from the composite video output of the source video equipment to the back of the Video Scaler the BNC connector marked CV gt S Video use the S Video cable provided to connect from the S Video output of the source video equipment to the back of the Video Scaler the 4 Pin Mini DIN connector marked SV S Video provides improved performance over Composite Video gt Computer RGB with H amp V Sync connect the source computer s RGBHV Red Green Blue H Sync and V Sync output signal
3. interfere with the performance of video equipment in its proximity Kramer Electronics Ltd KRAMER 2 SPECIFICATIONS Computer Input 1x RGB with HV Sync 4x RGB with HV Sync Loop Through Maximum Computer 1600x1200 1600x1200 Input Resolution ell Input HD15 e a 4x HD15 Jack ell Computer Input RGB ee 0 7V Peak Level RGB 0 7V Signal Level H amp V Sync TTL H amp V Sync TTL Video Inputs Composite Video 1V P P Composite Video 1V P P S Video 1V P P S Video 1V P P Video Standard NTSC Version NTSC Version PAL Version PAL Version Video Input Composite Video on BNC Composite Video on BNC Connectors S Video on 4 Pin Mini DIN S Video on 4 Pin Mini DIN Scaled Output VGA 640x480 VGA 640x480 Resolutions SVGA 800x600 SVGA 800x600 XGA 1024x768 XGA _ 1024x768 Scaled Output NTSC Version 59 94Hz NTSC Version 59 94Hz Vertical Refresh Rates PAL Version 50Hz PAL Version 50Hz Scaled Output VGA 31 5KHz VGA 31 5KHz Horizontal Scan Rates SVGA 37 8KHz SVGA 37 8KHz XGA 48 4KHz XGA 48 4KHz Control Type Manual Front Panel Buttons Manual Front Panel Buttons RS 232 Serial Interface Video Adjustments Horizontal Position Horizontal Position Vertical Position Vertical Position Brightness Brightness Contrast Contrast Color Saturation Color Saturation Hue NTSC Version Hue NTSC Version Sharpness Sharpness 3 0 kg 6 6 Ibs Approx 4 0 kg 8 lbs Approx Dimensions HxWxD 19 x 8 25 x 1 75 IRU 19 x 8 25 x 1 75 I
4. pressing the Button decreases the value The LED will flash rapidly when the end of the adjustment range is reached The settings are automatically saved after adjustment and will remain in memory even when power is switched off Pressing the and Buttons at the same time returns all settings to the factory preset levels Note These adjustments have no effect on the incoming computer signals which are simply passed through the Video Scaler gt Horiz LED The Horizontal Position LED illuminates when the Select Button is pressed repeatedly until this parameter is available for adjustment This is for horizontally centering the image When this LED is illuminated pressing the Button moves the position of the image to the right on the output screen Pressing the Button moves the position of the image to the left on the output screen gt Vert LED The Vertical Position LED illuminates when the Select Button is pressed repeatedly until this parameter is available for adjustment This is for vertically centering the image When this LED is illuminated pressing the Button moves the image up on the output screen Pressing the Button moves the image down on the output screen gt Hue LED The Hue LED illuminates when the Select Button is pressed repeatedly until this parameter is available for adjustment Hue is sometimes called Tint or Color Phase When this LED is illuminated pressing the Button increases the chroma phase in re
5. the video 1 Check the condition of the cables being used In particular a display is black and faulty S Video able will cause this problem white 2 Make sure that the version of the Video Scaler NTSC or PAL matches the video standard of the equipment you are using NTSC or PAL 3 Ensure that the color controls on your computer monitor or video projector are all set correctly 4 Ensure that the Color adjustment on the Video Scaler is not adjusted completely down It may be necessary to reset the video levels by pressing the and Buttons simultaneously There is no picture on 1 Ifno LED s on the Video Scaler are illuminated ensure that the the video monitor proper AC Power is being supplied to the unit and check the fuse The procedure located elsewhere in this manual 2 Ifthe LED s are illuminated a Check that the output switch on the rear panel of the Video Scaler is set to the proper position either BNC or HD15 depending upon which method is used to connect to the display b Check that the output you are using from the Video Scaler is also connected at the unit and the display and c Check that your display is switched on and set to the correct input and that its Brightness and Contrast are set correctly Some colors come out 1 Try altering the color saturation hue tint contrast and wrong on the video brightness settings on your display These are usually set up for monitor viewing computer imag
6. to the Video Scaler s PC In HD15 connector In the case of the VP 722DS four such source computer signals may be connected to the Video Scaler at the HD15 Input connectors labeled PC1 PC2 PC3 and PC4 Note These Computer Input Signals are not scaled but are available for pass through when the Video Scaler is in the Bypass Mode Connecting the Video Output Connect the Video Scaler s RGBHV output to the target computer monitor video projector or other destination via the 5 BNC connectors or the single HD15 connector labeled Output The slide switch between these output connectors is used to select whether the output signal is sent to the 5 BNC s or the HD15 Note The output signal is not available at both simultaneously Connecting the Serial Cable In addition to the Front Panel Buttons the VP 722DS can have its Video Input selection made by an external control device This is accomplished by connecting the unit s RS 232 port to an external control system See the section on RS 232 Control later in this manual on how to use this control feature Connecting the AC Power The Video Scaler requires an AC input power source of 100 240VAC 50 60Hz The unit s switching power supply automatically accommodates this input power range With the Power On Off switch on the rear of the Video Scaler in the Off position plug the AC Cable supplied into the AC Receptacle on the back of the unit and plug the AC Cable into the power outlet
7. KRAMER KRAMER ELECTRONICS Ltd USER MANUAL VIDEO SCALERS Models VP 721DS VP 722DS IMPORTANT Before proceeding please read paragraph entitled Unpacking and Contents KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD KRAMER Section 1 1 1 1 2 2 3 4 4 1 5 5 1 5 2 5 3 5 4 5 5 5 6 5 7 6 7 7 1 7 2 8 8 1 9 9 1 10 11 11 1 11 2 12 13 14 Table Of Contents INTRODUCTION A Word about Video Scalers Factors Affecting Quality of Results SPECIFICATIONS HOW DO I GET STARTED UNPACKING AND CONTENTS Optional Accessories CONNECTING THE HARDWARE Rack Mounting Connecting the Video Inputs Connecting the Video Output Connecting the Serial Cable Connecting the AC Power Connecting the Audio Control Turning the Video Scaler On ABOUT THE VIDEO SCALER INPUT SELECTION Auto Button Input Button OUTPUT SELECTION Output Button VIDEO SIGNAL ADJUSTMENT Select and Buttons RS 232 CONTROL OF THE VIDEO SCALER TECHNICAL DATA HD15 Connector Information Fuse Replacement TROUBLESHOOTING LIMITED WARRANTY COMPLIANCE NOTICE KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD ar o ga COD WWW OAAIYANAYANADADAADAAAWAMANAN BW W W KRAMER 1 1 1 1 2 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of this Kramer Electronics Video Scaler Since 1981 Kramer has been dedicated to the development and manufacture of high quality video audio equipment The Kramer line has become an integral part of many of the best production and presentation fa
8. RU 482mm x 210 mm x 44 5mm 482mm x 210 mm x 44 5mm 100 240VAC 50 60 Hz 100 240VAC 50 60 Hz ce Kramer Electronics Ltd KRAMER 3 4 1 5 1 HOW DO I GET STARTED The fastest way to get started is to take your time and do everything right the first time Taking 15 minutes to read the manual may save you a few hours later You don t even have to read the whole manual if a certain section doesn t apply to you you don t have to spend your time reading it UNPACKING AND CONTENTS The items contained in your Kramer accessory package are listed below Please save the original box and packaging materials for possible future transportation and shipment of the unit Video Scaler AC Power Cable VGA Cable HD15 to HD15 Composite Video Input Cable S Video Input Cable Rackmount Screws Qty 4 for EIA 19 Racks User Manual Kramer Concise CD ROM Product Catalog Disk containing sample Remote Control software supplied with VP 722DS only VVVVVVVV WV Optional Accessories The following optional accessories which are available from Kramer can enhance implementation of your Video Scaler For information regarding these accessories contact your Kramer dealer gt RGBHV Output Cable Assemblies 5 BNC to 5 BNC gt VGA style Output Cable Assemblies HD15 to HD15 gt RS 232 Cable VP 722DS Only CONNECTING THE HARDWARE The first step is to connect the Video Converter and related hardware Below is a
9. ard for residential commercial and light industrial CFR 47 FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15 Radio frequency devices Subpart B Unintentional radiators CAUTION D gt Servicing the Video Scaler can only be done by an authorized Kramer technician Any user who makes changes or modifications to the unit without the expressed approval of the manufacturer will void user authority to operate the equipment gt Please use recommended interconnect cables to connect the machine to other components D gt When used it is assumed that the unit is grounded by normal means e g via the computer video input cable rack mount chassis ground or video output cable to display device Use of the equipment without any form of grounding may affect radiated emissions but will not affect the product s safety Kramer Electronics Ltd 13 KRAMER KRAMER The list of Kramer distributors appears on our web site www kramerelectronics com From the web site it is also possible to e mail factory headquarters We welcome your questions comments and feedback KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD 3 Am VeOlamo Street Jerusalem 95463 Israel Tel 972 2 654 4000 Fax 972 2 653 5369 e mail kramerel netvision net il
10. cilities around the world In recent years Kramer has redesigned and upgraded most of the line making the best even better Kramer s 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 the Kramer line of high quality Video Scalers such as the one you have just purchased Kramer also offers a full line of high quality Video Scalers matrix switchers distribution amplifiers processors interfaces controllers and computer related products This manual includes configuration operation and option information of the following Kramer Video Scalers for the video professional These Video Scalers are similar in operation but differ in features VP 721DS VP 722DS A Word about Video Scalers Kramer s Digital Video Scalers are designed to convert Composite and S Video signals to a variety of computer resolutions Different versions are required to handle NTSC and PAL video standards Kramer Video Scalers have many features to enhance performance AFM Adaptive Film Mode is an automatic 3 2 pull down detector that provides clear and crisp de interlacing video from 24 frames per second film It offers significant enhancements when viewing movies on a large screen VT Vertical Temporal Filter can remove jagged edges and other de interlacing artifacts for video motion s
11. ection and signal parameter settings for the VP 722DS can also be made via an external control system by using the RS 232 port on the unit If information for this control method is required beyond the scope of the instructions provided in this section please contact Kramer Technical Support at www kramerelectronics com searchdx html A disk is provided with the VP 722DS containing a sample Windows Control Panel that permits remote control of the unit from a PC via RS 232 The connection between VP 722SC and RS 232 remote controller with modem cable Pins definition of modem cable Video Scaler Remote Controller PIN Definition PIN Definition 1 NC 1 NC 2 TxD 2 RxD 3 RxD gt h3 TD 4 NC 4 DTR 5 GND 4 5 GND 6 NC 6 DSR 7 NC 7 _ RTS 8 NC 8 CTS 9 NC 9 NC RS 232 transmission format Baud Rate 9600bps Data Bit 8 bits Parity None Stop Bit 1 bit Command Response codes of RS 232 transmission The command response code is the combination of 3 characters Remote Controller ay Video Scaler Command Code Comment Response Code Comment none OK1 video scaler power on ready AU AUTO AUO AUTO OFF AUI AUTO ON INO S video INI Composite Video IN2 PC1 IN INPUT IN3 PC2 IN4 PC3 IN5 PC4 OU0 VGA OU OUTPUT OUI SVGA OU2 XGA SEO Horizon SEl Vertical SE2 Hue SE SELECT SE3 Color SE4 Bri
12. equences Our Static Picture Detector uses a simple field merging technique to perform de interlacing and it is very beneficial for static images or scenes with very little or no motion Factors Affecting Quality of Results There are many factors affecting the quality of results when Composite or S Video signals are de interlaced and up converted scaled to computer resolutions Some basic precautions will ensure the best possible performance from your Video Scaler gt Output display device The quality of the output signal will depend largely upon the type and quality of display device used Specifically some video projectors just look better than others gt Distance between the Video Scaler and the display device This plays a major role in the final result Long distances are possible but special measures should be taken in order to avoid cable losses These include using high quality coax type cables or adding line amplifiers gt Output connection cables Low quality cables are susceptible to interference They degrade signal quality due to poor matching and cause elevated noise levels Therefore cables should be of the best quality Coax type computer cables are because of their superior internal shielding characteristics gt Interference from neighboring electrical appliances These can have an adverse effect on signal quality For example an older computer monitor often emits very high electromagnetic fields that can
13. es which may be somewhat different from viewing images that have been up converted from video 2 Make sure your output cable assembly is not faulty Perhaps the Red Green or Blue signal is not being passed through the cable How can I reduce 1 Smearing usually occurs when a Composite Video input is used smearing and is generally unavoidable unless you can switch to using S Video It occurs because the luminance and color information is combined as one signal and the two parts have to be bandwidth limited to avoid them interfering with each other 2 Using good quality video cable will help towards reducing this affect Kramer Electronics Ltd 11 KRAMER 13 LIMITED WARRANTY Kramer Electronics hereafter Kramer warrants this product to be 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
14. ght SE5 Contrast Kramer Electronics Ltd KRAMER SE6 Sharpness MI minus MIO If excess minimum value PL plus PLO If excess maximum value AU Return all video scaler status OU AL ALL SE IN LOI if INPUT system locked under AUTO mode RE RESET none none REI video scaler reset none LOO INPUT system unlocked under AUTO mode none LOI INPUT system locked under AUTO mode or change to non AUTO mode 11 TECHNICAL DATA 11 1 HD15 Connector Information Use Red 0 7v max 75 Ohms Green 0 7v max 75 Ohms Blue 0 7v max 75 Ohms ID 2 passed to PC monitor pin 4 6 Redground 8 Blue ground 11 2 Fuse Replacement Use 19 Passed to PC monitor pin 9 Ground Ground ID 1 passed to PC monitor pin 12 Horizontal Sync TTL The Video Scaler s AC fuse is located next to the On Off Switch on the rear panel and is easily accessible If fuse replacement is necessary be sure to use the same type and size as the original Kramer Electronics Ltd 10 KRAMER 12 TROUBLESHOOTING If the recommended actions still do not result in satisfactory operation please consult your Kramer Dealer Before seeking technical assistance if the problem is image related please try to find out the screen resolution and refresh rate being used from the computer and if the problem only affects one particular resolution Problem Remedy The picture on
15. gles through the available inputs a VP 721DS Composite Video S Video or PC b VP 722DS Composite Video S Video PC1 PC2 PC3 or PC4 gt Note The PC Inputs are simply pass through connections to the output and are not scaled Auto Button Pressing the Auto Button places the Video Scaler in the Automatic Input Select Mode gt AUTO LED The Auto Button illuminates when the Video Scaler is in the Automatic Input Select Mode Input Button Pressing the Input Button allows manual selection of which input video signal is chosen Repeatedly pressing the button toggles through the available inputs gt SV LED The SV LED is illuminated when the S Video input has been chosen by repeatedly pressing the Input Button until that source has been selected gt CV LED The CV LED is illuminated when the Composite Video input has been chosen by repeatedly pressing the Input Button until that source has been selected gt PC LED VP 721DS The PC LED is illuminated when the Bypass Mode has been chosen by repeatedly pressing the Input Button until that source has been selected The Bypass LED also illuminates gt PC1 PC2 PC3 PC4 LEDs VP 722DS The PC1 PC2 PC3 or PC4 LED is illuminated when the Bypass Mode has been chosen by repeatedly pressing the Input Button until the corresponding PC Input has been selected The Bypass LED also illuminates Kramer Electronics Ltd KRAMER 8 8 1 9 9 1 OUTPUT SELECTION The Video Sca
16. l LED indicators The VP 722DS may also be controlled via an external control device connected to its RS 232 port which will be covered later in this manual Shown below are diagrams that indicate the main features of the Front Panels of the Video Scalers Both models covered by this manual appear similar and their basic operation is identical e e e e e e e e e e VP 721DS VGA SVGA XGA BYPASS HORIZ VERT HUE COLOR BRIGHT CONT SHARP Digital Video Scaler secr e o o e o o e e e VP 722DS sv _CV_ PCI PC2 PC3 PC4 VGA SVGA XGA BYPASS HORIZ VERT HUE COLOR BRIGHT CONT SHARP Digital Video Scaler meur outeur __ SELECT This following sections go through the Front Panel Buttons and what control they provide over the Video Scaler It also provides information on the Status Indications given by the Front Panel LED s INPUT SELECTON The Video Scaler s Input can be chosen from the Front Panel in two ways gt Automatic Input Select Mode the Video Scaler determines when a video signal is present at either the Composite Video or S Video input connector and automatically selects that as the active input Ifa signal is present at both inputs priority is given to the S Video input E g this feature allows input selection to be done by switching power on or off to the source video devices gt Manual Input Select Mode allows manual selection of which input video signal is chosen Repeatedly pressing the button tog
17. lation to the current setting and pressing the Button decreases it Note This adjustment is only available on the NTSC versions gt Color LED The Color Saturation LED illuminates when the Select Button is pressed repeatedly until this parameter is available for adjustment When this LED is illuminated pressing the Button increases the chroma saturation and pressing the Button decreases it gt Bright LED The Brightness LED illuminates when the Select Button is pressed repeatedly until this parameter is available for adjustment When this LED is illuminated pressing the Button increases the Brightness level and pressing the Button decreases it gt Cont LED The Contrast LED illuminates when the Select Button is pressed repeatedly until this parameter is available for adjustment When this LED is illuminated pressing the Button increases the Contrast level and pressing the Button decreases it gt Sharp LED The Sharpness LED illuminates when the Select Button is pressed repeatedly until this parameter is available for adjustment Sharpness is sometimes called Detail or Enhancement When this LED is illuminated pressing the Button increases the Sharpness level and pressing the Button decreases it Note Pressing the and Buttons at the same time returns all settings to the factory preset positions Kramer Electronics Ltd KRAMER 10 RS 232 CONTROL OF THE VP 722DS VIDEO SCALER The Video Input sel
18. ler is capable of up converting the input Composite or S Video signal to either of three output resolutions VGA SVGA or XGA This selection is via the Output Button on the Front Panel Output Button Pressing the Output Button chooses the resolution of the scaled output video signal Repeatedly pushing this button toggles through the selections of VGA SVGA and XGA gt VGA LED The VGA LED illuminates when the 640x480 Output Resolution has been selected by pressing the Output Button gt SVGA LED The SVGA LED illuminates when the 800x600 Output Resolution has been selected by pressing the Output Button gt XGA LED The XGA LED illuminates when the 1024x768 Output Resolution has been selected by pressing the Output Button gt BYPASS LED The Bypass LED illuminates when the Bypass Mode has been chosen by pressing the Input Button until the PC Input has been selected or in the case of the VP 722DS until PC1 PC2 PC3 or PC4 is chosen VIDEO SIGNAL ADJUSTMENT The Video Scaler has an integral processing amplifier capable of adjusting various signal parameters of the incoming Composite or S Video signal This is done by using the Select Button to choose the desired parameter and then using the and Buttons to make the adjustment Select and Buttons Repeatedly pressing the Select Button toggles through the available adjustments as indicated by the respective LED Pressing the Button increases the value of the selection while
19. listed in the web site www kramerelectronics com 2 Any product on which the serial number has been defaced modified or removed 3 Damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from a Accident misuse abuse neglect fire water lightning or other acts of nature b Unauthorized product modification or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product c Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by Kramer d Any shipment of the product claims must be presented to the carrier e Removal or installation of the product f Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect g 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 incl
20. ude 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 merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to the length of this warranty Kramer Electronics Ltd 12 KRAMER EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES Kramer s liability for any defective products is limited to the repair or replacement of the product at our option Kramer shall not be liable for 1 Damage to other property caused by defects in this product damages based upon inconvenience loss of use of the product loss 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 14 COMPLIANCE NOTICE This equipment has been tested to determine compliance with the requirements of EN 55022 CE emissions standards Class B EN 50081 Generic Immunity stand
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