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Kramer VP-4x4K User Manual

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4x4 UXGA / Audio Matrix Switcher

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  • Page 1 Kramer Electronics, Ltd. USER MANUAL Model: VP-4x4K 4x4 UXGA / Audio Matrix Switcher...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Quick Start Overview Your VP-4x4K UXGA / Audio Matrix Switcher Installing the VP-4x4K in a Rack Connecting the VP-4x4K 4x4 UXGA / Audio Matrix Switcher Connecting the VP-4x4K Rear Panel Connecting the Balanced/Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output Connecting a PC Cascading Machines Configuring the Ethernet Port 6.5.1...
  • Page 3 Table 3: Dipswitch Settings (Default Setting) Table 4: STATUS 7-segment Display Table 5: Technical Specifications of the VP-4x4K 4x4 UXGA / Audio Matrix Switcher 27 Table 6: Hex Codes for Switching via RS-232/RS-485 Table 7: Hex Codes for Switching Audio Channels via RS-232/RS-485...
  • Page 4 Figure A: Local Area Connection Properties Window Figure B: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window 11.2 Kramer Protocol 3000 The Kramer Protocol 3000 lets you control the VP-4x4K from any standard terminal software (for example, the Windows® HyperTerminal Application). This RS-232/RS-485 communication protocol uses a data rate of 115200 baud, with no parity, 8 data bits and 1 stop bit.

  • Page 5: Introduction

    3 We recommend that you use only the power cord that is supplied with this machine 4 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com 5 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com...
  • Page 6 Getting Started KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...

  • Page 7: Overview

    Overview Overview The VP-4x4K is a true 4x4 matrix switcher for computer graphics (up to and exceeding UXGA) signals and balanced stereo audio signals. The VP-4x4K lets you simultaneously route any or all of the four inputs to any or all of the four outputs.

  • Page 8: Figure 1: Vp-4X4K 4X4 Uxga / Audio Matrix Switcher

    Your VP-4x4K UXGA / Audio Matrix Switcher Figure 1: VP-4x4K 4x4 UXGA / Audio Matrix Switcher KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...

  • Page 9: Table 1: Front Panel Vp-4X4K 4X4 Uxga / Audio Matrix Switcher Features

    Your VP-4x4K UXGA / Audio Matrix Switcher Table 1: Front Panel VP-4x4K 4x4 UXGA / Audio Matrix Switcher Features Feature Function POWER Switch Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF IR Receiver Signals from the remote control transmitter illuminate the LED...

  • Page 10: Table 2: Rear Panel Vp-4X4K 4X4 Uxga / Audio Matrix Switcher Features

    Your VP-4x4K UXGA / Audio Matrix Switcher Table 2: Rear Panel VP-4x4K 4x4 UXGA / Audio Matrix Switcher Features Feature Function INPUT 15-pin HD Connectors Connect to the video sources (from 1 to 4) OUTPUT 15-pin HD Connectors Connect to the acceptors (from 1 to 4) AUDIO INPUTS 3.5mm Mini...

  • Page 11: Installing The Vp-4X4K In A Rack

    Installing the VP-4x4K in a Rack Installing the VP-4x4K in a Rack This section describes what to do before installing in a rack and how to rack mount. Before Installing in a Rack How to Rack Mount Before installing in a rack, be sure that the environment is...

  • Page 12: Connecting The Vp-4X4K 4X4 Uxga / Audio Matrix Switcher

    1 You do not need to connect all the inputs and outputs 2 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VP-4x4K. After connecting your VP-4x4K, switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device 3 Alternatively, you can connect a separate audio source (as shown for input 1 in Figure 2), or no source at all 4 See section 6.2...

  • Page 13: Figure 2: Connecting The Vp-4X4K 4X4 Uxga / Audio Matrix Switcher

    Connecting the VP-4x4K 4x4 UXGA / Audio Matrix Switcher Figure 2: Connecting the VP-4x4K 4x4 UXGA / Audio Matrix Switcher...

  • Page 14: Connecting The Balanced/Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output

    Connecting the VP-4x4K 4x4 UXGA / Audio Matrix Switcher 6.2 Connecting the Balanced/Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output This section illustrates how to wire: A balanced output connection (see Figure 3) An unbalanced audio output (see Figure 4) Figure 3 illustrates how to wire a balanced output connection (for example,...

  • Page 15: Connecting A Pc

    RS-485 port on the second VP-4x4K unit and so on, connecting all the RS-485 ports. 4. Set the first VP-4x4K unit as Machine # 1 and the following VP-4x4K units as Machine # 2 to Machine # 16 (see section 7.4).

  • Page 16: Figure 6: Control Configuration Via Rs-232 And Rs-485

    Connecting the VP-4x4K 4x4 UXGA / Audio Matrix Switcher RS-485 PINOUT RS-485 Machine # 1 (= Master) Machine # 2 Up to 16 Units Machine # 16 Figure 6: Control Configuration via RS-232 and RS-485 KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...

  • Page 17: Configuring The Ethernet Port

    Connecting the VP-4x4K 4x4 UXGA / Audio Matrix Switcher 6.5 Configuring the Ethernet Port To configure the Ethernet port, you have to connect your PC to the VP-4x4K either via the Ethernet (see section 6.5.1) or via a serial port (see section 6.3).

  • Page 18: Figure 7: Local Area Connection Properties Window

    6.5.1.2 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub (Straight-Through Cable) You can connect the Ethernet port of the VP-4x4K to the Ethernet port on a network hub or network router, via a straight-through cable with RJ-45 connectors. KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...

  • Page 19: Ethernet Port Configuration

    1. Double click the desktop icon. The Connect screen appears as follows: Figure 9: Connect Screen 2. Select the method to connect to the Ethernet port of the VP-4x4K. Select: Ethernet, if you know the IP address number or the machine name.

  • Page 20: Control Via The Ethernet Port

    Connecting the VP-4x4K 4x4 UXGA / Audio Matrix Switcher Figure 10: Device Properties Screen 4. If required, make changes and press Set. If not, click Close. 6.5.3 Control via the Ethernet Port If you were connected via the serial port, you need to connect to the master unit (Mach No.

  • Page 21: Dipswitch Settings

    Operating Your Audio Matrix Switcher 6.6 Dipswitch Settings The VP-4x4K includes two dipswitches, as Figure 11 and Table 3 define. Only one of the dipswitches is configured: Figure 11: VP-4x4K Dipswitches Table 3: Dipswitch Settings (Default Setting) Function Description RS-485 TERM...

  • Page 22: Displaying Unit Characteristics

    2 The STATUS shown here is an example of what could typically be displayed. The actual display depends on the current video and audio switching status 3 The STATUS shown here is an example of what could typically be displayed. The actual display depends on the current audio gain level KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...

  • Page 23: Adjusting The Audio Gain

    0sec to 3.5sec —via the DELAY dipswitches. The VP-4x4K unit is shipped (its factory default state) with no delay, that is, the DELAY is set to 0sec. To set the delay time, do the following: 1.

  • Page 24: Setting The Machine Number

    Operating Your Audio Matrix Switcher 7.4 Setting the Machine Number The MACH. # (machine number) determines the position of a VP-4x4K unit when cascading units. To set the MACH. #, do the following: 1. Press the front panel buttons: RCL and TAKE simultaneously to access the MACH.

  • Page 25: Setting The Breakaway Option

    Operating Your Audio Matrix Switcher 7.5.2 Setting the Breakaway Option To set the Breakaway option: 1. Press either the AUD (for audio control only) or the VID (for video control only) button. 2. If the AUD button illuminates, all switching operations relate to the Audio section.

  • Page 26: Toggling Between The At Once And Confirm Modes

    You can key-in several actions and then confirm them by pressing the TAKE button once, to simultaneously switch all monitors Pressing an OUT-IN combination when your VP-4x4K operates in the AT ONCE mode implements the switch immediately. When the VP-4x4K operates in the CONFIRM mode, press the blinking TAKE button to authorize the switch.

  • Page 27: Storing/Recalling Input/Output Configurations

    The memory recalls the stored data from that reference. If you cannot remember which of the eight input/output configurations is the one that you want, set the VP-4x4K to the CONFIRM mode and manually scan all the input/output configurations until you locate it.

  • Page 28: Deleting An Input/Output Configuration

    To unlock the VP-4x4K: Press the illuminating LOCK button for more than 2 seconds The VP-4x4K unlocks and the LOCK button no longer illuminates 1 Storing a new configuration over a previous configuration (without deleting it first) replaces the previous configuration...

  • Page 29: Firmware Upgrade

    8.2 Connecting the PC to the RS-232 Port Before installing the latest Kramer firmware version on a VP-4x4K unit, connect the RS-232 9-pin D-sub rear panel port on the VP-4x4K unit to the Null-modem adapter and connect the Null-modem adapter with a 9-wire flat cable to the RS-232 9-pin D-sub COM port on your PC (see section 6.3).

  • Page 30: Figure 13: Flashloader Window

    4. Click the Send Bin File button. The following window appears: Loading the Latest Firmware 5. Select the latest VP-4x4K firmware version, and click Open. Wait for completion of the upgrade procedure. The new firmware version appears in the INPUT STATUS 7-segment Display.

  • Page 31: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Figure 14: Flash Upgrade Process 6. If required, disconnect the RS-232 rear panel port on the VP-4x4K unit from the Null-modem adapter. Technical Specifications Table 5 includes the technical specifications: Table 5: Technical Specifications of the VP-4x4K 4x4 UXGA / Audio Matrix Switcher...

  • Page 32: Table Of Hex Codes For Serial Communication

    Table 7 lists the Hex values for switching audio channels via RS-232/RS-485: Table 7: Hex Codes for Switching Audio Channels via RS-232/RS-485 Switching Audio Channels OUT 1 OUT 2 OUT 3 OUT 4 IN 1 IN 2 IN 3 IN 4 KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...

  • Page 33: Kramer Protocol

    Kramer Protocol 11 Kramer Protocol By default, the VP-4x4K is set to protocol 3000 (see section 11.2) but is also compatible with Kramer’s Protocol 2000 (see section 11.3). Section 11.1 describes how to switch between protocol 3000 and protocol 2000.

  • Page 34: Kramer Protocol 3000

    CR = Carriage return (ASCII 13 = 0x0D) LF = Line feed (ASCII 10 = 0x0A) SP = Space (ASCII 32 = 0x20) 1 Not available at the time of printing. Refer to our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com for details KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...

  • Page 35: Command Parts Details

    Kramer Protocol 11.2.2 Command Parts Details Command: Sequence of ASCII letters (' A' -' Z' , ' a' -' z' and ' -' ). Command will separate from parameters with at least single space. Parameters: Sequence of Alfa-Numeric ASCII chars (' 0' -' 9' ,' A' -' Z' ,' a' -' z' and some special chars for specific commands), parameters will be separated by commas.

  • Page 36: Table 8: Instruction Codes For Protocol 3000

    Response Protocol Handshaking ~OKCRLF Device initiated messages Command Syntax Start message Kramer Electronics LTD. , Device Model Version Software Version Switcher actions Audio-video channel has switched (AFV mode) AV IN>OUT Video channel has switched (Breakaway mode) VID IN>OUT Audio channel has switched (Breakaway mode) AUD IN>OUT...
  • Page 37 Kramer Protocol Examples: Switch Video and Audio input 3 to output 7 #AV 3>7CR ~AV 3>7 OKCRLF Switch Video input 2 to output 4 #V 2>4CR ~VID 2>4 OKCRLF Switch Video input 4 to output 2 in #6@VID 4>2CR ~6@VID 4>2 OKCRLF...
  • Page 38 Short form: ADL STAGE, CHANNEL, VOLUME RESULT Read audio volume level AUD-LVL? STAGE, CHANNEL AUD-LVL STAGE, CHANNEL, VOLUME Short form: ADL? STAGE Mute audio MUTE MUTE-MODE MUTE MUTE-MODE RESULT MUTE? Read audio mute state MUTE MUTE-MODE KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...
  • Page 39 Numeric value (present audio processing stage). For example: "0" for Input level, "1" for Pre-Amplifier, "2" for Amplifier (Out) etc. CHANNEL = Input or Output # VOLUME = Audio parameter in Kramer units, precede minus sign for negative values. increase current value, decrease current value.
  • Page 40 AFV AFV-MODE video mode AFV-MODE = Front panel AFV mode "0" or "afv" to set front panel switching buttons in audio-follow-video state. "1" or "brk" to set front panel switching buttons in their previous state when audio. KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...

  • Page 41: Kramer Protocol 2000

    Kramer Protocol 11.3 Kramer Protocol 2000 This RS-232/RS-485 communication protocol uses four bytes of information as defined below. For RS-232, a null-modem connection between the machine and controller is used. The default data rate is 9600 baud, with no parity, 8 data bits and 1 stop bit.

  • Page 42: Table 10: Instruction Codes For Protocol 2000

    0 - Gain SETTINGS FOR I0 - 0=input; 1=output 1 - Bass INSTRUCTIONS 22, 24, 25 I1 - Left 2 - Treble I2 - Right 3 - Midrange 4 - Mix On CHANGE TO ASCII Kramer protocol 3000 KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...
  • Page 43 Kramer Protocol INSTRUCTION DEFINITION FOR SPECIFIC INSTRUCTION NOTE DESCRIPTION INPUT OUTPUT IDENTIFY MACHINE 1 - video machine name 0 - Request first 4 digits 2 - audio machine name 1 - Request first suffix 3 - video software version 2 - Request second suffix...
  • Page 44 (in real-time). 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 KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...
  • Page 45 EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES The liability of Kramer for any effective 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;...
  • Page 46 For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors, visit our Web site: www.kramerelectronics.com, where updates to this user manual may be found. We welcome your questions, comments and feedback. Safety Warning: Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening/servicing.

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