Kramer VP-8x8 User Manual
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Page 1: User Manual
Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics K R A ME R E LE CTR O N IC S L TD . USER MANUAL MODEL VP-8x8 8x8 VGA/UXGA Matrix Switcher P/N: 2900-000054 Rev 5 www.camboard.de Tel. 07131 911201 ce-info@camboard.de Fax 07131 911203... - Page 2 im Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics www.camboard.de Tel. 07131 911201 ce-info@camboard.de Fax 07131 911203...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Figure 2: VP-8x8 User Manual Rear Panel Figure 3: VP-8x8 Underside View Figure 4: Connecting the VP-8x8 8x8 VGA / UXGA Matrix Switcher Figure 5: Crossed Cable RS-232 Connection Figure 6: Straight Cable RS-232 Connection with a Null Modem Adapter... -
Page 4: Introduction
Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics 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... -
Page 5: Getting Started
Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality Position your Kramer VP-8x8 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. -
Page 6: Recycling Kramer Products
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 recycling arrangements in your particular country go to our recycling pages at http://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/recycling/. -
Page 7: Overview
Overview The VP-8x8 is a high performance 8x8 RGBHV Matrix Switcher for high-resolution video. The VP-8x8 lets you simultaneously route any or all of the 8 inputs to any or all of the 8 outputs. The VP-8x8 8x8 VGA/UXGA Matrix Switcher features: ... -
Page 8: Figure 1: Vp-8X8 User Manual Front Panel
Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics Figure 1: VP-8x8 User Manual Front Panel Feature Function IR Receiver The yellow LED is illuminated when receiving signals from the infrared remote control transmitter POWER Switch Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF IN SELECTOR Buttons Select the input to switch to the output. -
Page 9: Figure 2: Vp-8X8 User Manual Rear Panel
Connect to the video sources (from 1 to 8) 15-pin HD OUTPUT Connectors Connect to the output acceptor (from 1 to 8) Push in for “Program” to upgrade to the latest Kramer firmware, or release for Normal (the FLASH PROG Button factory default) The FLASH PROG “Reset”... -
Page 10: Installing In A Rack
Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics Installing in a Rack This section provides instructions for rack mounting the unit. VP-8x8 - Installing in a Rack www.camboard.de Tel. 07131 911201 ce-info@camboard.de Fax 07131 911203... -
Page 11: Using The Ir Transmitter
This distance can be extended to up to 60 meters when used with three extension cables (Model: C-A35M/A35F-50). Before using the external IR receiver, be sure to arrange for your Kramer dealer to insert the internal IR connection cable (P/N: 505-70434010-S) with the 3.5mm connector that fits into the REMOTE IR opening on the rear panel. -
Page 12: Connecting The Vp-8X8 8X8 Vga/Uxga Matrix Switcher
To connect the VP-8x8, do the following: Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VP-8x8. After connecting your VP-8x8, switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device. DO NOT push in the rear panel Flash Program “Program”... -
Page 13: Connecting To The Vs-8X8 Via Rs-232
Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics Figure 4: Connecting the VP-8x8 8x8 VGA / UXGA Matrix Switcher Connecting to the VS-8x8 via RS-232 You can connect to the unit via a crossed RS-232 connection, using for example, a PC. A crossed cable or null-modem is required as shown in method A and B respectively. -
Page 14: Controlling Via Rs-485
Figure 6: Straight Cable RS-232 Connection with a Null Modem Adapter Controlling via RS-485 You can operate the VP-8x8 via the RS-485 port from a distance of up to 1200m (3900ft) using any device equipped with an RS-485 port (for example, a PC). For successful communication, you must set the RS-485 machine number and bus termination. -
Page 15: Control Configuration Via The Ethernet Port
Set DIP 8 ON (for RS-485 line termination with 120) Control Configuration via the Ethernet Port To connect and configure the VP-8x8 via Ethernet, see the Ethernet Configuration Guide (Lantronix) available on the Kramer Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/product_downloads.asp. Setting the DIP-Switches By default, all DIP-switches are set to OFF. - Page 16 The Machine # determines the position of a VP-8x8 unit, specifying which VP-8x8 unit is being controlled when several VP-8x8 units connect to a PC or serial controller. Set the Machine # on a VP-8x8 unit via Setup DIPS 1, 2, 3 and 4, according to the next table.
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Page 17: Cascading Machines
Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics Cascading Machines You can cascade up to 16 VP-8x8 units with control from a PC or serial controller (see Figure To cascade up to 16 individual VP-8x8 units via RS-485, do the following: Section 5 .1 1. -
Page 18: Figure 8: Control Configuration Via Rs-232 And Rs-485
Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics Figure 8: Control Configuration via RS-232 and RS-485 VP-8x8 - Connecting the VP-8x8 8x8 VGA/UXGA Matrix Switcher www.camboard.de Tel. 07131 911201 ce-info@camboard.de Fax 07131 911203... -
Page 19: Operating The Vp-8X8 8X8 Vga/Uxga Matrix Switcher
Pressing an OUT-IN combination implements the switch immediately You save time as execution is immediate and actions require no user confirmation www.camboard.de Tel. 07131 911201 ce-info@camboard.de VP-8x8 - Operating the VP-8x8 8x8 VGA/UXGA Matrix Switcher Fax 07131 911203... - Page 20 The corresponding 7-segment display flashes. The TAKE button also flashes. 2. Press the flashing TAKE button to confirm the action. The corresponding 7-segment display no longer flashes. The TAKE button illuminates. VP-8x8 - Operating the VP-8x8 8x8 VGA/UXGA Matrix Switcher www.camboard.de Tel. 07131 911201 ce-info@camboard.de Fax 07131 911203...
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Page 21: Storing/Recalling Input/Output Configurations
The memory stores the data at that reference. 6.3.2 Recalling an Input/Output Configuration To recall an input/output configuration, do the following: 1. Press the RCL button. The RCL button flashes. www.camboard.de Tel. 07131 911201 ce-info@camboard.de VP-8x8 - Operating the VP-8x8 8x8 VGA/UXGA Matrix Switcher Fax 07131 911203... -
Page 22: Locking The Front Panel
The memory recalls the stored data from that reference. Tip: If you cannot remember which of the 16 input/output configurations is the one that you want, set the VP-8x8 to the Confirm mode and manually scan all the input/output configurations until you locate it. -
Page 23: Updating The Vp-8X8 Firmware
Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics Updating the VP-8x8 Firmware The VP-8x8 functions by means of a device microcontroller that runs firmware located in FLASH memory. If required, you can download and install the latest firmware version from the Kramer Web site: http://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/product_downloads.asp. -
Page 24: Technical Specifications
DIMENSIONS: WEIGHT: 2.7kg (6lbs) approx. ACCESSORIES: Power cord, null modem adapter, Windows®-based Kramer control software, infrared remote control transmitter OPTIONS: External remote IR receiver cable P/N: C-A35M/IRR-50 Specifications are subject to change without notice. For the most updated resolution list, go to our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com... -
Page 25: Default Communication Parameters
Parity None Command Format Example (Output 1 to Input 1) 0x01, 0x81, 0x81, 0x81 Ethernet IP Address 192.168.1.39 TCP Port 10001 Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 UDP Port 50000 www.camboard.de Tel. 07131 911201 ce-info@camboard.de VP-8x8 - Default Communication Parameters Fax 07131 911203... -
Page 26: Table Of Hex Codes For Serial Communication
OUT 5 OUT 6 OUT 7 OUT 8 IN 1 IN 2 IN 3 IN 4 IN 5 IN 6 IN 7 IN 8 VP-8x8 - Table of Hex Codes for Serial Communication www.camboard.de Tel. 07131 911201 ce-info@camboard.de Fax 07131 911203... -
Page 27: Protocol 2000
When a single machine is controlled over the serial port, always set M4…M0 to 1, and make sure that the machine itself is configured as MACHINE NUMBER = 1. www.camboard.de Tel. 07131 911201 ce-info@camboard.de VP-8x8 - Protocol 2000 Fax 07131 911203... -
Page 28: Instruction Codes
This code is also returned to the PC if an RS-232 instruction is sent while the machine is being programmed via the front panel. Reception of this code by the switcher is not valid. VP-8x8 - Protocol 2000 www.camboard.de Tel. 07131 911201 ce-info@camboard.de... - Page 29 For example, if input 3 is detected as invalid, the unit will send the HEX codes If input 7 is detected as valid, then the unit will send HEX codes www.camboard.de Tel. 07131 911201 ce-info@camboard.de VP-8x8 - Protocol 2000 Fax 07131 911203...
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- Page 31 Vertrieb von CAMBOARD Electronics 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...
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