Kramer FC-70R User manual

USER MANUAL

MODEL:

FC-70R

RS-232 to USB Converter

P/N: 2900-300611 Rev 2 www.kramerAV.com

FC-70R – Contents

Contents

1Introduction 1

2Getting Started 2

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2

2.2 Safety Instructions 2

2.3 Recycling Kramer Products 3

3Overview 4

3.1 Defining the FC-70R RS-232 to USB Converter 5

4Connecting the FC-70R 6

5Recommended RS-232 Connection Parameters 7

6FC-70R Commands 8

7Technical Specifications 13

Figures

Figure 1: FC-70R RS-232 to USB Converter 5

Figure 2: Connecting the FC-70R RS-232 to USB Converter 6

FC-70R - 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 video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting professionals

on a daily basis. In recent years, we have redesigned and upgraded most of our

line, making the best even better!

Our 1,000-plus different models now appear in 14 groups that are clearly defined by

function: GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Routers;

GROUP 3: Control Systems; GROUP 4: Format/Standards Converters; GROUP 5:

Range Extenders and Repeaters; GROUP 6: Specialty AV Products; GROUP 7:

Scan Converters and Scalers; GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors; GROUP 9:

Room Connectivity; GROUP 10: Accessories and Rack Adapters; GROUP 11:

Sierra Video Products; GROUP 12: Digital Signage; GROUP 13: Audio; and

GROUP 14: Collaboration.

Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer FC-70R RS-232 to USB Converter.

This product is used to control HSL secured products and is ideal for:

High-security organizations

Government, military and financial branches

Any organization that handles sensitive and confidential information

FC-70R - Getting Started

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

Go to www.kramerav.com/downloads/FC-70R to check for up-to-date user

manuals, application programs, and to check if firmware upgrades are

available (where appropriate).

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance

To achieve the best performance:

Use only good quality connection cables (we recommend Kramer high-

performance, high-resolution cables) to avoid interference, deterioration in

signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise levels (often

associated with low quality cables)

Do not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils

Avoid interference from neighbouring electrical appliances that may adversely

influence signal quality

Position your FC-70R away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust

This equipment is to be used only inside a building. It may only be

connected to other equipment that is installed inside a building.

2.2 Safety Instructions

Caution:

There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit

Warning:

Use only the Kramer Electronics power supply that is

provided with the unit

Warning:

Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall

before installing

FC-70R - Getting Started

2.3 Recycling Kramer Products

The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/EC aims

to reduce the amount of WEEE sent for disposal to landfill or incineration by

requiring it to be collected and recycled. To comply with the WEEE Directive,

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 www.kramerav.com/support/recycling/.

FC-70R - Overview

3 Overview

FC-70R is a protocol translator from RS-232 to USB signals to allow remote control

of HSL secure and non-secure products. HSL products are controlled using

keyboard, mouse and touch display (KVM combiners). FC-70R translates RS-232

control commands to enable remote control on secured KVM and KVM combiners.

The FC-70R features:

Enhanced Usability & Remote Control - Operates with HSL secure KVM, KM

and Combiner products.

Easy and Intuitive User Interface - Graphical user interface when connected

to Kramer control.

Remote Switching - When connected to Kramer Control or Kramer RC

devices.

Standards Compliance - Maintains ELA4+ and PPSV3.0 of HighSecLabs

products.

Connection Ports - Connects to HSL products via the USB port and to an

external controller via the RS−232 port.

USB Powered –Powered from the USB line. No power supply needed.

FC-70R - Overview

3.1 Defining the FC-70R RS-232 to USB Converter

This section defines the FC-70R.

Figure 1: FC-70R RS-232 to USB Converter

Feature

Function

RS-232 Terminal Block

Connects to a control device

USB-B Connector

Connects to a KVM or KVM combiner being controlled

ON LED

Lights when the device is powered on

MOUSE USB-A Connector

Connects to a USB mouse

KB USB-A Connector

Connects to a USB keyboard

FC-70R - Connecting the FC-70R

4 Connecting the FC-70R

Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to

your FC-70R. After connecting the devices to your FC-70R, connect

its power and then switch on the power to each device.

To connect the FC-70R, as illustrated in the example in Figure 2, do the following:

1. Connect the USB-B connector on the back of the FC-70R to the USB

keyboard connection of the KVM or KVM combiner.

The FC-70R receives power over this connection.

2. Using an RS-232 cable, connect a control device (for example, an SL-1N) to

the RS-232 3-pin terminal block.

3. Connect a keyboard and mouse to the USB-A connectors.

Figure 2: Connecting the FC-70R RS-232 to USB Converter

FC-70R - Recommended RS-232 Connection Parameters

5 Recommended RS-232 Connection

Parameters

Speed –115200bps

Data bits –8

Stop bits –1

Parity - None

Flow Control –None

FC-70R - FC-70R Commands

6 FC-70R Commands

Every command must start with #.

When a connection is established, send the first command "#ANATF 1" to reset the

translator.

Every KB command to an HSL device starts with one of the following commands:

#ANATR –R CTRL | R CTRL

#ANATL –L CTRL | L CTRL

#ANATR F11 –R CTRL | R CTRL | F11 |

#ANATL F11 –L CTRL | L CTRL | F11 |

This is followed by a letter or a number in HEX based on the below table:

Command

Hex Code

#define KEY_NONE

#define KEY_A

#define KEY_B

#define KEY_C

#define KEY_D

#define KEY_E

#define KEY_F

#define KEY_G

#define KEY_H

#define KEY_I

#define KEY_J

#define KEY_K

#define KEY_L

#define KEY_M

#define KEY_N

#define KEY_O

#define KEY_P

#define KEY_Q

#define KEY_R

#define KEY_S

#define KEY_T

#define KEY_U

#define KEY_V

#define KEY_W

#define KEY_X

#define KEY_Y

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