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- Page 1 Kramer Electronics, Ltd. USER MANUAL Model: VP-23RC Presentation Switcher / Controller...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Factory Reset Controlling the VP-23RC Controlling the VP-23RC via a PC 8.1.1 Connecting an RS-232 port to a PC Controlling Additional Kramer Machines via RS-232 and RS-485 8.2.1 The Presentation Switcher Section Dipswitches Controlling via the ETHERNET 8.3.1 Connecting the ETHERNET Port directly to a PC (Crossover Cable) 8.3.2... - Page 3 Figure 17: Example of a Typical Setup in the Lecture Auditorium Figure 18: Labels Setup Figure 19: VP-23RC Operation Example Figure 20: Separate Switcher Mode Figure 21: Switching in the Master Audio Mode Figure 22: Presentation Switcher Macro Sequence Example Figure 23: Splash Screen KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...
- Page 4 Contents Figure 24: Atmel – Flip Window Figure 25: Device Selection Window Figure 26: Selecting the Device from the Selection Window Figure 27: Loading the Hex Figure 28: RS-232 Window Figure 29: Atmel – Flip Window (Connected) Figure 30: Atmel – Flip Window (Operation Completed) Figure 31: The KFR-Programmer Window Tables Table 1: Terminology Used in this User Manual...
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Page 5: Introduction
2 We recommend that you use only the power cord that is supplied with this machine 3 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com 4 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com... - Page 6 Getting Started KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...
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Page 7: Overview
Overview Overview This section describes: Using shielded twisted pair (STP)/unshielded twisted pair (UTP) (see section 6.3) The VP-23RC (see section 3.1) Presentation Switcher section (see section 3.1.1) Media / Room Controller (see section 3.1.2) Means of control (see section 3.1.3) An example of how to connect the VP-23RC (see section 3.2) Recommendations for achieving the best performance (see section 3.3) Terminology used in this user manual (see section 3.4) -
Page 8: Understanding The Media / Room Controller Section
3 Including the A/V equipment connected to the VP-23RC Presentation Switcher section 4 Also for controlling the Presentation Switcher section 5 The RS-232 terminal block port (item 14 in Figure 3) is also used for firmware upgrade KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY... -
Page 9: Controlling The Vp-23Rc
RS-232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system, PC, or other serial controller The Kramer Infrared remote control transmitter The ETHERNET The VP-23RC is dependable, rugged, and fits into two vertical spaces (2U) of a standard 19” professional rack. -
Page 10: Connecting The Vp-23Rc Rear Panel
Two of the video sources are also connected to the IR terminal blocks A CAT 5 UXGA receiver is connected Various room items are connected to the RELAY terminal blocks A microphone and speakers are connected, as well as the audio inputs and outputs KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY... -
Page 11: Recommendations For Achieving The Best Performance
(often associated with low quality cables) Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances and position your Kramer VP-23RC away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust 3.4 Terminology Used in this User Manual Table 1 defines some terms that are used in this user manual. -
Page 12: Your Presentation Switcher / Controller
This section describes the VP-23RC: Front panel (see section 4.1) Rear panel (see section 4.2) Underside panel (see section 4.3) 4.1 The VP-23RC Front Panel Figure 2 and Table 2 define the front panel of the VP-23RC. KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY... -
Page 13: Figure 2: Vp-23Rc Presentation Switcher / Controller - Front View
Your Presentation Switcher / Controller Figure 2: VP-23RC Presentation Switcher / Controller – Front View... -
Page 14: The Vp-23Rc Rear Panel
Your Presentation Switcher / Controller Table 2: Front Panel VP-23RC Presentation Switcher / Controller Features Feature Function IR (Infrared) Receiver Signals from the Kramer remote control transmitter illuminate the LED POWER Switch Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF IR IN Receiver... -
Page 15: Figure 3: Vp-23Rc Presentation Switcher / Controller - Rear View
Your Presentation Switcher / Controller Figure 3: VP-23RC Presentation Switcher / Controller – Rear View... -
Page 16: Table 3: Rear Panel Vp-23Rc Presentation Switcher / Controller Features
Connect to a PC to control the VP-23RC FLASH PROG. Button Push in to upgrade the Presentation Switcher section to the latest Kramer firmware (see section 10.1), or release for Normal (the factory default) RS-485 Terminal Block Port Pins B (-) and A (+) are for RS-485; Pin G may be... -
Page 17: The Vp-23Rc Underside Panel
Your Presentation Switcher / Controller 4.3 The VP-23RC Underside Panel Figure 4 and Table 4 define the VP-23RC underside features: RESET Figure 4: VP-23RC Presentation Switcher / Controller – Underside View Table 4: VP-23RC Underside Panel Features Feature Function RESET Button Press to reset the unit prior to firmware upgrade (see section 10.1) VS Switch Slide the switch to the left (to NORMAL) to retain the polarity of the... -
Page 18: Installing The Vp-23Rc On A Rack
5. The machine is earthed (grounded) in a reliable way and is connected only to an electricity socket with If you are using a Kramer rack grounding. Pay particular attention to situations where adapter kit (for a machine that is not electricity is supplied indirectly (when the power cord 19"), see the Rack Adapters user... -
Page 19: Connecting The Vp-23Rc Presentation Switcher Section
Connecting the VP-23RC Presentation Switcher Section Connecting the VP-23RC Presentation Switcher Section the VP-23RC Presentation Switcher section, as illustrated in the To connect example in Figure 5, do the following 1. Connect the following video sources: composite video source (for example, a composite video player) to the CV IN 1 BNC connector s-Video source (for example, an s-Video player) to the Y/C IN 1 4-pin connector... -
Page 20: Figure 5: Connecting The Vp-23Rc Presentation Switcher Section
Connecting the VP-23RC Presentation Switcher Section 8. If required, connect a PC to the RS-232 port (see section 8.1.1). Figure 5: Connecting the VP-23RC Presentation Switcher Section KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY... -
Page 21: Connecting The Balanced/Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input/Output
Connecting the VP-23RC Presentation Switcher Section 6.1 Connecting the Balanced/Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input/Output Figure 6 illustrates how to wire a balanced input/output connection: Figure 6: Connecting the Balanced Stereo Audio Input/Output Figure 7 illustrates how to wire an unbalanced input: Figure 7: Connecting the Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input Figure 8 illustrates how to wire an unbalanced acceptor to the balanced output of the unit:... -
Page 22: Wiring The Cat 5 Line Out Rj-45 Connector
BC-STP, which is intended for digital signals and for analog signals where skewing is not an issue, is recommended for the VP-23RC. For cases where there is skewing, our UTP skew-free cable, Kramer BC-XTP, may be used. Bear in mind, though, that we advise using STP cables where possible, since the compliance to electromagnetic interference was tested using those cables. -
Page 23: Connecting To The Media / Room Controller Equipment
Connect RELAY 3 to the projector lift Connect RELAY 4 to the screen 2. Connect the IR terminal block connectors , via the Kramer IR Emitter Control Cable (C-A35/IRE-10) , as follows: Connect IR 1 to the composite video player (connected... -
Page 24: Figure 10: Connecting The Vp-23Rc Media/Room Controller Section
Connecting to the Media / Room Controller Equipment s-Video Player Screen Blinds Composite Video Player Projector Computer Projector Lighting Graphics Source Lift System Figure 10: Connecting the VP-23RC Media/Room Controller Section KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY... -
Page 25: Setting The Media / Room Controller Program Dipswitches
Connecting to the Media / Room Controller Equipment 7.1 Setting the Media / Room Controller PROGRAM Dipswitches The PROGRAM dipswitches are located in the CONTROLLER area of the rear panel (see section 7.1). Table 6 defines the PROGRAM dipswitch settings: Table 6: PROGRAM Dipswitch Settings DIPS Description... -
Page 26: Controlling The Vp-23Rc
1 The Media/Room Controller section can be controlled by a PC only if the MEDIA / ROOM CONTROLLER buttons are configured (see section 9.2) 2 If you want to use the Windows®-based Kramer control software via the Ethernet, select the Remote Connection area, insert the machine’s IP number and set the port to 5002... -
Page 27: Connecting An Rs-232 Port To A Pc
Presentation Switcher firmware upgrade (see section 10.1) CONTROL area Controlling the VP-23RC via a PC (see section 8) Controlling other Kramer machines that are connected to the VP-23RC via RS-485 (see section 8.2) To connect a PC using the Null-modem adapter provided with the machine... -
Page 28: Controlling Additional Kramer Machines Via Rs-232 And Rs-485
RS-485 port, and control them via the SWITCHER CONTROL RS-232 port using a PC. To connect two Kramer VP-8x8A machines to the VP-23RC, via RS-485, as illustrated in the example in Figure 13, do the following: 1. Connect the audio/video sources and acceptors on the VP-23RC and on the additional Kramer machines (refer to the relevant user manuals for installation instructions). -
Page 29: Controlling Via The Ethernet
Controlling the VP-23RC VP-23RC Machine # 2 VP-8x8A Machine # 3 VP-8x8A Figure 13: Control Configuration via RS-232 and RS-485 8.3 Controlling via the ETHERNET You can control the VP-23RC via the Ethernet as well as configure the Media/Room Controller buttons and the Presentation Switcher SELECTOR buttons 1 Done by the system integrator, see section 9.2... -
Page 30: Connecting The Ethernet Port Directly To A Pc (Crossover Cable)
3. Right-click Local Area Connection Properties. 4. Select Properties. The Local Area Connection Properties window appears. 5. Select the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click the Properties Button (see Figure 14). Figure 14: Local Area Connection Properties Window KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY... -
Page 31: Connecting The Ethernet Port Via A Network Hub (Straight-Through Cable)
Controlling the VP-23RC 6. Select Use the following IP Address, and fill in the details as shown in Figure 15. 7. Click OK. Figure 15: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window Remember to restore your previous PC settings after setting the VP-23RC IP If the Media/Room Controller is not yet configured you can control via the Ethernet, the Presentation Switcher section only. -
Page 32: Operating Your Vp-23Rc
6 Achieving optimum results for a particular environment when using a microphone may require experimentation in adjusting the AUDIO and MIC LEVELS 7 This is, the pre-installed factory default. The default can be modified via the Windows -based Kramer control software 8 In which all operations relate to both the video and the audio channels... -
Page 33: Configuration Of The Vp-23Rc
The Media/Room Controller section and the Presentation Switcher SELECTOR buttons are configured by the system integrator. For further details, refer to the Kramer RC configuration and Installation Guide PDF file, located in the technical support section on our Web site: http://www.kramerelectronics.com 9.3 Media / Room Controller Section Operation... -
Page 34: Figure 16: Example Of A Typical Media/Room Controller Section Configuration
RS-232 Terminal Block Connector (1 and 2) (1) A projector; (2) an LCD The VP-23RC via a remote control PC Ethernet 1 Connected via the IR emitter 2 Alternatively, the second RS-232 port can be used to control another A/V unit KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY... -
Page 35: Figure 17: Example Of A Typical Setup In The Lecture Auditorium
Operating Your VP-23RC Figure 17 shows a common setup for the VP-23RC in a media room. An overhead projector and screen, speakers, lights; and a cabinet with a DVD and a VCR inside, are all controlled via the VP-23RC. The presenter’s laptop is located on the podium (also connected to the VP-23RC), alongside the VP-23RC. -
Page 36: Operating The Media / Room Controller
1 This is only one example among numerous possibilities, each button can be configured as required 2 To insert labels, refer to the Kramer RC configuration and Installation Guide PDF file, located in the technical support section on our Web site: http://www.kramerelectronics.com... -
Page 37: An Example Of Operating The Vp-23Rc
Operating Your VP-23RC 9.3.2 An Example of Operating the VP-23RC Figure 19 shows an operating example: DOWN Figure 19: VP-23RC Operation Example 9.3.3 Using the Media / Room Controller Macro Buttons Pressing any button initiates a macro sequence , during which the button blinks (as programmed by the system integrator). -
Page 38: Turning The Light Of The Backlit Buttons On And Off
2 And to the UXGA CAT5 OUT connector (audio excluded) 3 Assuming that all inputs are connected 4 You cannot select more than one button in a section 5 You can overlook a section and choose not to select a button from it KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY... -
Page 39: The Master Audio Mode
Operating Your VP-23RC Each pressed button illuminates , indicating selection and outputting of that video and audio source. If a button includes a macro sequence, it will be executed when pressing that button. UXGA Acceptor Speakers UXGA Sources CV Video Sources s-Video Sources CV Video Acceptor s-Video Acceptor... -
Page 40: Figure 21: Switching In The Master Audio Mode
3 As well as to the AUDIO UXGA OUT terminal block connector, which is not connected in this example 4 Another way to use the microphone is to press the TALK OVER button: the main audio level is lowered when the microphone picks up speech KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY... -
Page 41: The Presentation Switcher Selector Buttons Macro Sequence
Operating Your VP-23RC 9.4.3 The Presentation Switcher SELECTOR Buttons Macro Sequence The SELECTOR buttons can be configured to execute a sequence of commands (a macro) in a similar way to the Media / Room Controller buttons (see section 9.3.1) so that when a SELECTOR button is pressed, it will first perform the switching action and concurrently carry out the macro. -
Page 42: Flash Memory Upgrade
3. Create a shortcut on your desktop to the file: “ FLIP.EXE”. 10.1.2 Connecting the PC to the RS-232 Port Before installing the latest Kramer firmware version on a VP-23RC unit, do the following: 1. Connect the RS-232 DB9 rear panel port in the SWITCHER CONTROL area to the Null-modem adapter via a 9-wire flat cable, and connect the Null- modem adapter to the RS-232 DB9 port on your PC (as in section 8.1.1). -
Page 43: Upgrading The Firmware
Flash Memory Upgrade 10.1.3 Upgrading the Firmware Follow these steps to upgrade the firmware for the Presentation Switcher section: 1. Double click the desktop icon: “ Shortcut to FLIP.EXE”. The Splash screen appears as follows: Figure 23: Splash Screen 2. After a few seconds, the Splash screen is replaced by the “ Atmel – Flip” window: Figure 24: Atmel –... - Page 44 4. Click the button next to the name of the device and select from the list: AT89C51RD2: AT89C51RD2 T89C51RD2 Figure 26: Selecting the Device from the Selection Window 5. Click OK and select “ Load Hex” from the File menu. KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...
- Page 45 Flash Memory Upgrade Figure 27: Loading the Hex 6. The Open File window opens. Select the correct HEX file that contains the updated version of the firmware for VP-23RC (for example, 23RCM_V1p2.hex) and click Open. 7. Press the keyboard shortcut key F3 (or select the “ Communication / RS232” command from the Settings menu, or press the keys: Alt SCR).
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Page 46: Figure 29: Atmel – Flip Window (Connected)
10. Close the “ Atmel – Flip” window. 11. Disconnect the power on the VP-23RC. 1 See also the blue progress indicator on the status bar 2 If an error message: “ Not Finished” shows, click Run again KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY... -
Page 47: Flash Memory Upgrade For The Media / Room Controller Section
Flash Memory Upgrade for the Media / Room Controller Section The VP-23RC Media/Room control firmware is located in FLASH memory, which lets you upgrade to the latest Kramer firmware version in minutes! The process involves: Downloading the upgrade package from the Internet... -
Page 48: Upgrading Firmware
Wait until uploading is completed and the success message appears. Click 1 To which the VP-23RC is connected on your PC 2 This section is applicable only to firmware version 26.0 and higher and requires RC Configuration Software version 1.26.0.38 and higher KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY... -
Page 49: Troubleshooting Firmware Upgrade Issues
Flash Memory Upgrade 10.3 Troubleshooting Firmware Upgrade Issues If the RC device does not communicate and it is impossible to perform the flash upgrade procedure, the problem may sometimes be solved by performing the factory default restore procedure. To restore the factory default settings, do the following: 1. -
Page 50: Technical Specifications
ACCESSORIES: 3.5mm to IR Emitter Control Cable (C-A35/IRE-10); power cord, infra-red remote control transmitter, Java based control software (internal), Windows®-based Kramer control software OPTIONS: 3.5mm to IR Emitter Control Cable (C-A35/IRE-10); 15 meter and 20 meter IR Emitter Extension Cables... -
Page 51: Hex Table
Hex Table 12 Hex Table Table 12 lists the Hex values (which the protocol in section 13 describes in more detail) for the VP-23RC Presentation Switcher section: Table 12: VP-23RC Hex Table Inputs Composite Video s-Video OUT and VGA OUT and OUT and Audio Audio OUT s-Video Audio OUT VGA... -
Page 52: Table 16: Set The Audio Output Gain Control For The Master Audio
18 82 80 81 18 83 80 81 18 84 80 81 18 85 80 81 Increase 18 81 81 81 18 82 81 81 18 83 81 81 18 84 81 81 18 85 81 81 Decrease KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY... -
Page 53: Communication Protocol
Communication Protocol 13 Communication Protocol This protocol, which enables RS-232 communication between the VP-23RC and the PC, uses 4 bytes of information, and data is at 9600 baud, no parity, 8 data bits and 1 stop bit. Table 18: Protocol Definitions INSTRUCTION DESTINATION 1st byte... -
Page 54: Table 19: Instruction Codes
When the PC sends instruction #1 or #2 to the switcher, then, if the instruction is valid, the switcher replies by sending the same four bytes to the PC that were sent (except for the first byte, where the DESTINATION bit is set high). KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY... - Page 55 Communication Protocol NOTE 3 The reply to a “ REQUEST” instruction is as follows: the same instruction and input codes as were sent are returned, and the OUTPUT is assigned to the value of the requested parameter. The reply to the instruction #5 (what is the status of the VGA group?): 0000 0101 1000 0000...
- Page 56 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 57 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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