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

1Introduction 1

2Getting Started 2

2.1Achieving the Best Performance 2

3Overview 3

3.1Defining the VP-473 3G HD-SDI to PC/HD Scaler 4

4Connecting the VP-473 5

5Operating the VP-473 3G HD-SDI to PC/HD Scaler 7

5.1Using the Front Panel Buttons 7

5.2Using the OSD 7

6Technical 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

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).

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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