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- Page 1 KRAMER ELECTRONICS, Ltd. USER MANUAL SCAN CONVERTERS Models: VP-704SC, VP-705SC, VP-706SC IMPORTANT: Before proceeding, please read paragraph entitled "Unpacking and Contents" KRAMER ELECTRONICS, LTD.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Notes on Sending Commands 11.5 Restricting RS-232 Commands to Certain Units 11.6 Changing Baud Rates GETTING THE MOST FROM YOUR SCAN CONVERTER TECHNICAL DATA 13.1 Computer Input 13.2 Fuse Replacement TROUBLESHOOTING LIMITED WARRANTY COMPLIANCE NOTICE KRAMER ELECTRONICS, LTD. Table Of Contents Page... -
Page 3: Introduction
In addition to the Kramer line of high quality Scan Converters, 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. -
Page 4: Specifications
Dimensions (HxWxD) (482mm x 178mm x 44.5mm) Power Source 100-240VAC, 50/60 Hz Power Consumption 650mA Kramer Electronics Ltd. VP-705SC RGB with HV Sync RGB with HV Sync RGB with Composite Sync RGB with Composite Sync RGB with Sync on Green... -
Page 5: How Do I Get Started
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. -
Page 6: Optional Connection Of An External Reference Signal
YUV Mode, no other video output signals are present. 5.4 Optional Connection of an External Reference Signal (N/A on VP-704SC) The VP-705SC and VP-706SC have the ability to synchronize their video output with a master Reference Signal, in the form of a Composite Video or Blackburst source. -
Page 7: About The Scan Converter
Set to PAL Mode – This is done by holding the Freeze Button down when turning on the unit. This changes the non-volatile PAL/NTSC setting to PAL, and will be remembered even when power is removed. Kramer Electronics Ltd. KRAMER VP-706SC MENU... -
Page 8: Special Multi-Hold Buttons
Multiply this by the 'Total Lines' value to give the Horizontal Scan Rate. While high refresh rates are generally more acceptable when displayed on computer monitors, Scan Converters prefers a low refresh rate so that their capture circuitry has more time to capture more pixels, thus giving a clearer picture. -
Page 9: Adjust Menu
AutoTrack™ 7.2.2 AutoTrack™ is Kramer’s unique auto setup routine that automatically sizes, shifts and centers the computer image onto the video monitor. Once activated, this feature will scan the incoming computer image to determine its size and position and optimize it for display on the desired video display. -
Page 10: Studio Genlock Mode
The values shown depend on whether you are in Underscan or Overscan mode, so make sure you have the appropriate one selected before proceeding to change the values. The values are also separately stored for NTSC and PAL outputs - adjusting one will not affect the other. Kramer Electronics Ltd. -
Page 11: Zoom Mode
Note - It is highly recommended that this mode is only used when in Underscan Mode, or you will not know if you've adjusted the values correctly as some parts of the output video picture will be off the screen. Kramer Electronics Ltd. -
Page 12: Advanced Menus & Features
This is used to improve the recordability of a video signal, i.e. to reduce its bandwidth. H.Soften is not active during Zoom mode - it is temporarily disabled. Press the + Button to switch the horizontal soften on Press the - Button to switch it off. Kramer Electronics Ltd. -
Page 13: Advanced Menu
8.1.9 This ID code can be used where multiple Scan Converters are all linked via a serial cable to the same computer. The ID can be altered so that each unit's ID is unique, thus each unit could be adjustable by itself, from one serial port. - Page 14 Sync Out Option -CS-CS +CS+CS -HS-VS +HS+VS Kramer Electronics Ltd. Description Positive or Negative Horizontal Sync on Pin 13 and Positive or Negative Vertical Sync on Pin 14. Negative Composite Sync present on Green. Negative Composite Sync on Pin 13.
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Page 15: Engineering Menu
This adjustment is normally only required for studio setups, where the actual phase relationship can be measured. The value of 4 is the default and corresponds to approximately 0 degrees shift. The remaining values are indicated in the following table: Kramer Electronics Ltd. -
Page 16: Control And Setup Using The Infrared Remote Control
All the Infrared Remote Control features of the Scan Converter. Setup and adjustments for the unit and the effect they have on the final image. Storing the settings so they are remembered by the unit the next time. Kramer Electronics Ltd. -135... -
Page 17: Functions Of The Rm-Sc Infrared Remote Control Unit
Pressing the freeze button again will unfreeze the image. AutoTrack™ Button 9.2.5 AutoTrack™ is Kramer’s unique auto setup button that automatically sizes, shifts and centers the computer image onto the video monitor. The details of its operation are described earlier in this manual. Kramer Electronics Ltd. - Page 18 Note - this feature is intended for use when other users should not disturb the settings of the unit. Level Button 9.2.10 This button is not used on the Scan Converters covered in this manual. Manual Set 9.2.11 This function should only be needed when the AutoTrack™ function has failed for some reason, or if the computer image has a dark background around the edges that will not allow AutoTrack™...
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Page 19: Remote Mouse Emulator
Instruction on how to set the above port settings can be found within your own systems help file or the help file of the software you wish to use in sending commands. The following method is based on using a terminal emulation program. Kramer Electronics Ltd. -
Page 20: Sending Commands
If you have a number of units all connected to the same computer serial port, i.e., running in parallel, then you can use the RS-232 ID feature to restrict certain commands to go to only certain Scan Converters. The following points outline this method: Make each 'RS-232 ID' setting unique to each Scan Converter, unless you want multiple units to respond to the same commands (in which case, make them the same ID value). - Page 21 Off, On RGB Term. Off, Auto RS-232 Mouse, Control If you change this to Mouse, RS-232 commands no longer function! RS-232 ID 0 to 255 Kramer Electronics Ltd. Baud Rate 14400 9600* 4800 2400 1200 *22, Baud rate = 9600 is the default setting.
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Page 22: Getting The Most From Your Scan Converter
GETTING THE MOST FROM YOUR SCAN CONVERTER These products are high quality scan converters with many functions and applications. The aim of this section is to help you exploit some of these applications and functions to get the best possible results. -
Page 23: Technical Data
Switch on the rear panel and is easily accessible. There is also a DC fuse on the main circuit board inside the unit, however, this rarely needs replacing. If replacement is necessary of either fuse, be sure to use the same type and size as the original. Kramer Electronics Ltd. Pin Use Passed to PC monitor pin 9... -
Page 24: Troubleshooting
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. - Page 25 The mouse emulation isn't working. Kramer Electronics Ltd. 1. This often occurs where some of the areas of the image are very dark and others are very bright. These extreme changes in the image are difficult for your video monitor to deal with.
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Page 26: Limited Warranty
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. -
Page 27: Compliance Notice
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: 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;... - Page 28 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...
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