Kramer VP-2x2 User manual

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.

USER MANUAL

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Model:

VP-2x2

2x2 XGA/Audio Matrix Switcher

Contents

Introduction 1

Getting Started 1

2.1

Quick Start 1

Overview 3

Your VP-2x2 2x2 XGA/Audio Matrix Switcher 4

Connecting the VP-2x2 2x2 XGA/Audio Matrix Switcher 5

5.1

Connecting the VP-2x2 2x2 XGA/Audio Matrix Switcher Rear Panel 5

5.2

Connecting the Balanced/Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input/Output 7

5.3

Connecting a PC 8

Operating Your XGA/Audio Matrix Switcher 9

6.1

Choosing the Audio-Follow-Video or Breakaway Option 9

6.1.1

Setting the Audio-Follow-Video Option 9

6.1.2

Setting the Breakaway Option 9

6.2

Locking the Front Panel 10

Technical Specifications 10

Kramer Protocol 2000 11

Table of Hex Codes for Serial Communication 13

Figures

Figure 1: VP-2x2 2x2 XGA/Audio Matrix Switcher 4

Figure 2: Connecting the VP-2x2 2x2 XGA/Audio Matrix Switcher 6

Figure 3: Connecting the Balanced Stereo Audio Input/Output 7

Figure 4: Connecting the Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input 7

Figure 5: Connecting an Unbalanced Output 7

Figure 6: Connecting the PC 8

Tables

Table 1: VP-2x2 2x2 XGA/Audio Matrix Switcher Features 4

Table 2: Technical Specifications of the VP-2x2 2x2 XGA/Audio Matrix Switcher 10

Table 3: Protocol Definitions 11

Table 4: Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 12

Table 5: Hex Codes 13

Introduction

1 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 the video, audio, presentation, and

broadcasting professional on a daily basis. In recent years, we have

redesigned and upgraded most of our line, making the best even better! Our

500-plus different models now appear in eight groups

that are clearly defined

by function.

Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VP-2x2 2x2 XGA/Audio Matrix

Switcher. This product is ideal for the following typical applications:

Any professional display system requiring a true 2x2 matrix operation

Multimedia and presentation sources and acceptors selection

Remote monitoring of computer activity in schools and businesses

The package includes the following items:

VP-2x2 2x2 XGA/Audio Matrix Switcher

Power adapter (12V DC Input)

Windows®-based Kramer control software

Null-modem adapter

This user manual

2 Getting Started

We recommend that you:

Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging

materials for possible future shipment

Review the contents of this user manual

2.1 Quick Start

This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps of the

VP-2x2.

1 GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Video and Audio Switchers, Matrix Switchers and Controllers; GROUP 3:

Video, Audio, VGA/XGA Processors; GROUP 4: Interfaces and Sync Processors; GROUP 5: Twisted Pair Interfaces;

GROUP 6: Accessories and Rack Adapters; GROUP 7: Scan Converters and Scalers; and GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors

2 Downloadable from our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com

3 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com

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Getting Started

Overview

3 Overview

The VP-2x2 is a high performance matrix switcher for VGA/SVGA/XGA/UXGA

signals and balanced stereo audio signals. The user can simultaneously route

an input to one or both outputs

In addition, the VP-2x2 includes:

Videobandwidththatexceeds400MHz, ensuringtransparent

performance in all applications

Audio-follow-video switching and audio breakaway (when audio and

video are switched separately)

A TAKE button that allows the user to pre-select a setting and then

activate it

A LOCK button to prevent tampering via the front panel

Control via the front panel buttons, or remotely by RS-232 serial

commands transmitted by a touch screen system, PC, or other serial

controller

To achieve the best performance:

Connect only good quality connection cables, thus avoiding interference,

deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise

levels (often associated with low quality cables)

Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may

adversely influence signal quality and position your Kramer VP-2x2 in a

location free from moisture and away from excessive sunlight and dust

Caution – No operator-serviceable parts inside unit.

Warning – Use only the Kramer Electronics input power

wall adapter that is provided with this unit

Warning – Disconnect power and unplug unit from wall

before installing or removing device or servicing unit.

1 Input 1 (or 2) to outputs 1 and 2 simultaneously, or input 1 (or 2) to output 1 and input 2 (or 1) to output 2

2 For example: model number AD2512C, part number 2535-000251

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Your VP-2x2 2x2 XGA/Audio Matrix Switcher

4 Your VP-2x2 2x2 XGA/Audio Matrix Switcher

Figure 1 and Table 1 define the front and rear panels of the VP-2x2:

Figure 1: VP-2x2 2x2 XGA/Audio Matrix Switcher

Table 1: VP-2x2 2x2 XGA/Audio Matrix Switcher Features

# Feature Function

1 POWER Switch Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF

2 IN 1 To OUT 2 Switches input 1 to output 2

3 IN 1 To OUT 1 Switches input 1 to output 1

4 IN 2 To OUT 1 Switches input 2 to output 1

SELECT Buttons

IN 2 To OUT 2 Switches input 2 to output 2

6 VIDEO When illuminated, actions relate to video

7 AUDIO When illuminated, actions relate to audio

8 AFV When illuminated, audio channels follow the video

channels

9 TAKE Pressing TAKE toggles the mode between the Confirm

mode

and the At Once mode (user confirmation per

action is unnecessary). In Confirm mode, TAKE

implements the pending action

SELECT Buttons

LOCK Disengages/engages the front panel buttons

11 AUDIO IN Terminal Block Connectors Connects to the 2 balanced audio inputs

12 INPUT 1 HD15F Connector Connects to the video source 1

13 INPUT 2 HD15F Connector Connects to the video source 2

14 OUTPUT 1 HD15F Connector Connects to the video acceptor 1

15 OUTPUT 2 HD15F Connector Connects to the video acceptor 2

16 AUDIO OUT Terminal Block Connectors

Connects to the 2 balanced audio outputs

17 RS-232 9-pin D-sub Connector Connects to PC or Remote Controller

18 12V DC +12V DC connector for powering the unit

1 Press to select. When selected, the button illuminates

2 When in the Confirm mode, the TAKE button illuminates

Connecting the VP-2x2 2x2 XGA/Audio Matrix Switcher

5 Connecting the VP-2x2 2x2 XGA/Audio Matrix Switcher

This section describes how to connect:

The VP-2x2 rear panel (see section 5.1)

A balanced stereo audio input/output (see section 5.2)

The VP-2x2 to a controlling device via RS-232 (see section 5.2)

5.1 Connecting the VP-2x2 2x2 XGA/Audio Matrix Switcher Rear Panel

To connect

the VP-2x2, as illustrated in the example in Figure 2, do the

following

1. Connect the VGA/UXGA computer graphics sources to the INPUT 15-

pin HD computer graphics video connectors.

2. Connect the balanced

stereo audio sources to the AUDIO IN balanced

stereo audio 5-pin terminal block connectors.

3. Connect the OUTPUT 15-pin HD computer graphics video connectors to

the VGA/UXGA video acceptors (for example, displays).

4. Connect the AUDIO OUT terminal block connectors to the balanced

stereo audio acceptors (for example, amplifiers with speakers).

5. Connect a PC and/or controller (if required) to the RS-232 port (see

section 5.2).

6. Connect the 12V DC power adapter to the power socket and connect the

adapter to the mains electricity (not shown in Figure 2).

1 You do not have to connect both inputs or both outputs

2 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VP-2x2. After connecting your VP-2x2, switch on its

power and then switch on the power on each device

3 See section 5.2

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Connecting the VP-2x2 2x2 XGA/Audio Matrix Switcher

Figure 2: Connecting the VP-2x2 2x2 XGA/Audio Matrix Switcher

Connecting the VP-2x2 2x2 XGA/Audio Matrix Switcher

5.2 Connecting the Balanced/Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input/Output

This section illustrates how to wire:

A balanced input/output connection, see Figure 3

An unbalanced audio input, see Figure 4

An unbalanced audio output, see Figure 5

Figure 3: Connecting the Balanced Stereo Audio Input/Output

Figure 4: Connecting the Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input

Figure 5: Connecting an Unbalanced Output

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Connecting the VP-2x2 2x2 XGA/Audio Matrix Switcher

5.3 Connecting a PC

You can connect a PC (or other controller) to the VP-2x2 via the RS-232 port

for remote control, and for upgrading the firmware.

To connect a PC to a VP-2x2 unit, using the Null-modem adapter provided

with the machine (recommended):

Connect the RS-232 9-pin D-sub rear panel port on the VP-2x2 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 port on your PC

To connect a PC to a VP-2x2 unit, without using a Null-modem adapter:

Connect the RS-232 9-pin D-sub port on your PC to the RS-232 9-pin

D-sub rear panel port on the VP-2x2 unit, forming a cross-connection

, as

Figure 6 illustrates

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9-pin D-sub

(From PC)

9-pin D-sub

(To Switcher)

If a shielded cable is used, connect the shield to PIN 5

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PIN 5 Connected to PIN 5 (Ground)

PIN 3 Connected to PIN 2

PIN 2 Connected to PIN 3

Figure 6: Connecting the PC

1 Also known as a Null-modem connection

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