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Kramer VP-4x8 User Manual

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K R A ME R E LE CT R O N IC S L T D .
USER MANUAL
MODEL:
VP-4x8
4x8 VGA/UXGA Matrix
Switcher
P/N: 2900-000372 Rev 3

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  • Page 1 K R A ME R E LE CT R O N IC S L T D . USER MANUAL MODEL: VP-4x8 4x8 VGA/UXGA Matrix Switcher P/N: 2900-000372 Rev 3...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Introduction Getting Started Achieving the Best Performance Recycling Kramer Products Overview Defining the VP-4x8 4x8 VGA/UXGA Matrix Switcher Using the IR Transmitter Installing in a Rack Connecting the VP-4x8 Connecting the VP-4x8 Rear Panel Connecting the RS-232 Port to a PC or Controller...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    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

    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 6: Overview

    The VP-4x8 is a high-performance, high-resolution computer graphics video switcher. The VP-4x8 lets you simultaneously route any or all of the four inputs to any or all of the eight outputs and to loop each input to an additional output.
  • Page 7 The VP-4x8 is a dependable and rugged unit that fits into one vertical space (1U) of a standard 19-inch professional rack. The RGBHV signals are connected on 15-pin HD pin connectors to reduce enclosure size. VP-4x8 - Overview...

  • Page 8: Defining The Vp-4X8 4X8 Vga/Uxga Matrix Switcher

    Defining the VP-4x8 4x8 VGA/UXGA Matrix Switcher This section defines the VP-4x8. Figure 1: VP-4x8 4x8 VGA/UXGA Matrix Switcher Front Panel Feature Function IR Receiver The red LED is illuminated when receiving signals from the infrared remote control transmitter POWER Switch...

  • Page 9: Figure 2: Vp-4X8 4X8 Vga/Uxga Matrix Switcher Rear Panel

    Connect to the output acceptor (from 1 to 8) FLASH PROG Button Push in for “Program” to upgrade to the latest Kramer firmware (see separate firmware upgrade guide), or release for Normal (the factory default). The FLASH PROG “Reset” button is located...

  • Page 10: 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 11: Installing In A Rack

    Installing in a Rack This section provides instructions for rack mounting the unit. VP-4x8 - Installing in a Rack...

  • Page 12: Connecting The Vp-4X8

    3. Connect up to 8 output connectors to the VGA/UXGA video acceptors (displays or projectors). When less than eight outputs are required, connect only those outputs of the VP-4x8 that are required, and leave the other outputs unconnected. 4. Set the DIP-switches (see Section 5.5).

  • Page 13: Connecting The Rs-232 Port To A Pc Or Controller

    Figure 4: Connecting the VP-4x8 4x8 VGA/UXGA Matrix Switcher Connecting the RS-232 Port to a PC or Controller 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: Connecting The Rs-485 Port To A Pc Or Controller

    Figure 6: Straight Cable RS-232 Connection with a Null Modem Adapter Connecting the RS-485 Port to a PC or Controller You can operate the VP-4x8 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: Connecting The Ethernet Port

    Connecting the Ethernet Port Directly to a PC (Crossover Cable) You can connect the Ethernet port of the VP-4x8 to the Ethernet port on your PC, via a crossover cable with RJ-45 connectors. This type of connection is recommended for identifying the VP-4x8 with the factory configured default IP address.

  • Page 16: Figure 7: Local Area Connection Properties Window

    6. Select Use the following IP Address, and fill in the details as shown in Figure You can use any IP address in the range 192.168.1.1 to 192.168.1.255 (excluding 192.168.1.39) that is provided by your IT department. 7. Click OK. Figure 8: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window VP-4x8 - Connecting the VP-4x8...

  • Page 17: Setting The Dip-Switches

    5.4.2 Connecting the Ethernet Port to a Network Hub (Straight- Through Cable) You can connect the Ethernet port of the VP-4x8 to the Ethernet port on a network hub or network router, via a straight-through cable with RJ-45 connectors. 5.4.3...

  • Page 18: Setting The Machine Number

    The Machine # determines the address of a VP-4x8 unit, specifying which VP-4x8 is being controlled when several units are connected to a PC or serial controller. Set the Machine # on a VP-4x8 via MACH# DIPS 4, 5, 6 and 7, according to the following table.

  • Page 19: Cascading Machines

    Cascading Machines You can cascade up to 16 VP-4x8 units with control from a PC or serial controller (see Figure 10). To cascade up to 16 individual VP-4x8 units via RS-485, do the following: 1. Connect the VGA/UXGA sources and acceptors, as Section 5.1...
  • Page 20 Figure 10: Control Configuration via RS-232 and RS-485 VP-4x8 - Connecting the VP-4x8...

  • Page 21: Operating The Vp-4X8

    Operating the VP-4x8 You can operate your VP-4x8 via: • The front panel buttons • RS-232/RS-485 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system, PC, or other serial controller • The Kramer RC-IR2 Infrared Remote Control Transmitter • The Ethernet...

  • Page 22: Confirming Settings

    Actions now require user confirmation and the TAKE button illuminates. 2. Press the illuminated TAKE button to toggle from the Confirm mode back to the At Once mode. Actions no longer require user confirmation and the TAKE button no longer illuminates. VP-4x8 - Operating the VP-4x8...

  • Page 23: Storing/Recalling Input/Output Configurations

    Storing/Recalling Input/Output Configurations You can store and recall up to 12 input/output configurations using the 4 input buttons and the 8 output buttons, as shown in Figure Figure 11: Storing and Recalling using the Input/Output Buttons VP-4x8 - Operating the VP-4x8...
  • Page 24 2. Press the appropriate INPUT/OUTPUT button. This erases that specific input/output configuration from the memory, leaving it empty and available. Storing a new configuration over a previous configuration (without deleting it first) replaces the previous configuration VP-4x8 - Operating the VP-4x8...

  • Page 25: Locking The Front Panel

    Locking the Front Panel To prevent changing the settings accidentally or tampering with the unit via the front panel buttons, lock your VP-4x8. Unlocking releases the protection mechanism. Locking the front panel does not stop operation over RS-232, RS-485 or the Ethernet.

  • Page 26: Technical Specifications

    19" x 7" x 1U W, D, H, rack mountable 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 Specifications are subject to change without notice at http://www.kramerelectronics.com...

  • Page 27: Serial Communication

    The following table lists the Hex values for a single machine (MACHINE # 1): Switching Video Channels OUT 1 OUT 2 OUT 3 OUT 4 OUT 5 OUT 6 OUT 7 OUT 8 IN 1 IN 2 IN 3 IN 4 VP-4x8 - Serial Communication...

  • Page 28: Kramer 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. All the values in the table are decimal, unless otherwise stated. VP-4x8 - Kramer Protocol 2000...
  • Page 29 NOTE 1 – When the master switcher is reset, (e.g. when it is turned on), the reset code is sent to the PC. If this code is sent to a switcher, it resets according to the present power-down settings. VP-4x8 - Kramer Protocol 2000...
  • Page 30 NOTE 16 – The reply to the REQUEST WHETHER PANEL IS LOCKED is the same as in NOTE 4 above, except that OUTPUT is assigned with the value 0 if the panel is unlocked, or 1 if it is locked. VP-4x8 - Kramer Protocol 2000...
  • Page 31 VP-4x8 - Kramer Protocol 2000...
  • Page 32 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 E-mail: info@kramerel.com SAFETY WARNING...

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