Kramer VP-473 User manual
KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.
USER MANUAL
MODEL:
VP-473
3G HD-SDI to PC/HD Scaler
P/N: 2900-000751 Rev 2
VP-473 – Contents i
Contents
1Introduction 1
2Getting Started 2
2.1Achieving the Best Performance 2
3Overview 3
3.1Defining the VP-473 3G HD-SDI to PC/HD Scaler 4
4Connecting the VP-473 5
5Operating the VP-473 3G HD-SDI to PC/HD Scaler 7
5.1Using the Front Panel Buttons 7
5.2Using the OSD 7
6Technical Specifications 10
Figures
Figure 1: VP-473 3G HD-SDI to PC/HD Scaler 4
Figure 2: Connecting the VP-473 3G HD-SDI to PC/HD Scaler 6
VP-473 - Introduction 1
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 1,000-plus different models now appear in 11 groups that are clearly defined
by function: GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Matrix
Switchers; 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 and
GROUP 11: Sierra Products.
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VP-473 3G HD-SDI to PC/HD Scaler,
which is ideal for the following typical applications:
•Projection systems in conference rooms, boardrooms, hotels and churches
•Home theater up-scaling
2 VP-473 - 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
•Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables
Go to http://www.kramerelectronics.com 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 to avoid 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
•Position your Kramer VP-473 away from moisture, excessive sunlight and
dust
Caution: No operator serviceable parts inside the unit
Warning: Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall
adapter that is provided with the unit
Warning: Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall
before installing
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VP-473 - Overview 3
3 Overview
The Kramer VP-473 3G HD-SDI to PC/HD Scaler is a high-performance digital
scaler for signals up to 3G HD-SDI. It up and down-scales SDI, HD-SDI and 3G
HD-SDI signals to resolutions up to WUXGA and 1080p. The following output
resolutions are supported:
•PC: SVGA, XGA, 1360x768, WXGA, SXGA, 1440x900, SXGA+, WSXGA+,
UXGA, WUXGA, 720x576 @50, 720x480 (NTSC), 1280x720 @50/60 (HD
720), 1920x1080 @50/60 (HD 1080)
•SDTV: 480p and 576p
•HDTV: 720p @50/60Hz, 1080p @50/60Hz and 1080i @50/60Hz
The VP-473 also features:
•A maximum data rate of 3Gbps
•Multi-standard operation: SDI (SMPTE 259M and SMPTE 344M), HD-SDI
(SMPTE 292M) and 3G HD-SDI (SMPTE 424M)
•An OSD (On-screen Display) accessible via the front panel buttons for easy
setup and adjustment
•A built-in ProcAmp for convenient signal adjustment
•A non-volatile memory that retains the last settings used
•A freeze button
•An SDI input and loop output (up to 3G HD-SDI)
•PC or component (YPbPr) video output
•A unbalanced stereo audio output
•An external 5V DC source, making it suitable for field operation
•Operation directly via the front panel push buttons and the OSD
4 VP-473 - Overview
3.1 Defining the VP-473 3G HD-SDI to PC/HD Scaler
This section defines the VP-473.
Figure 1: VP-473 3G HD-SDI to PC/HD Scaler
# Feature Function
1 ON LED Lights green when the unit is powered on
2 SDI LED Lights blue when an SDI signal is detected on the input
3 MENU Button Press to display the OSD (On-screen Display) menu.
When the OSD is not displayed, press together with the –
button to set the output resolution to 720p (1280x720)
4 ENTER Button In the OSD, press to select the highlighted menu item.
When the OSD is not displayed, press together with the +
button to set the output resolution to XGA
5 – Button In the OSD, press to step up through the options or to
decrement the parameter value
6 + / FREEZE Button In the OSD, press to step down through the options or to
increment the parameter value.
When the OSD is not displayed, press to freeze the
display
7 SDI IN BNC Connector Connect to the SDI source
8 SDI OUT BNC Connector Connect to the SDI acceptor. The signal is re-clocked
and equalized
9 AUDIO OUT LEFT RCA
Connector Connect to the left channel of the unbalanced stereo
audio acceptor
10 AUDIO OUT RIGHT RCA
Connector Connect to the right channel of the unbalanced stereo
audio acceptor
11 PC/HD OUT Connector Connect to the PC graphics acceptor
12 5V DC Connect to the +5V DC power adapter, center pin
positive
VP-473 - Connecting the VP-473 5
4 Connecting the VP-473
Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your
VP-473. After connecting your VP-473, connect its power and then
switch on the power to each device.
To connect the VP-473, as illustrated in the example in Figure 2:
1. Connect the SDI video source (for example, a digital camera) to the SDI IN
BNC connector.
2. Connect the SDI OUT BNC connector to the SDI display.
3. Connect the LEFT and RIGHT AUDIO OUT RCA connectors to the
unbalanced stereo audio amplifier.
4. Connect the PC/HD OUT connector to the graphics acceptor (for example, a
plasma display). If using a 15-pin HD to component cable, connect the pins
as shown in the following table.
You can use a breakout cable, such as the Kramer C-GM/3RVF. If you have a VGA to a
5BNC cable, use the RGB connections only.
Pin Number Signal
1 Pr
2 Y
3 Pb
6, 7, 8 Ground
5. Connect the 5V DC power adapter to the 5V DC power socket and to the
mains electricity (not shown in the illustration).
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6 VP-473 - Connecting the VP-473
Figure 2: Connecting the VP-473 3G HD-SDI to PC/HD Scaler
VP-473 - Operating the VP-473 3G HD-SDI to PC/HD Scaler 7
5 Operating the VP-473 3G HD-SDI to PC/HD
Scaler
The VP-473 is operated directly via the front panel buttons and via the OSD menu
(see Section 5.2).
5.1 Using the Front Panel Buttons
During normal operation (without the OSD), the front panel buttons perform in the
following manner:
•MENU: Displays the OSD Main Menu (see Section 5.2.1). Press a second
time to close the OSD
•FREEZE: Freezes the display. Press a second time to unfreeze the display
•MENU and AUTO ADJUST: Press together to set the output to 720p
(1280x720)
•ENTER and FREEZE: Press together to set the output to XGA (1024x768)
5.2 Using the OSD
The OSD is used to set a variety of parameters.
When using the OSD, the front panel buttons operate in the following manner:
•MENU: Opens the OSD main menu (see Section 5.2.1 ). Press a second
time to close the OSD
•ENTER: Selects the highlighted menu item or parameter
•– : Steps up through the menu list or decrements the parameter value
•+ : Steps down through the menu list or increments the parameter value
Note: After a period of 15 sec with no button activity, the OSD menu times-out
automatically.
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