Kramer VP-482 User manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.

USER MANUAL

MODEL:

VP-482

HDMI to 3G HD-SDI Scaler

P/N: 2900-000763 Rev 1

VP-482 – Contents i

Contents

1Introduction 1

2Getting Started 2

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2

3Overview 3

4Defining the VP-482 HDMI to 3G HD-SDI Scaler 4

5Connecting the VP-482 5

6Operating the VP-482 HDMI to 3G HD-SDI Scaler 7

6.1 Using the Front Panel Buttons 7

6.2 Using the OSD 7

7Technical Specifications 11

Figures

UFigure 1: VP-482 HDMI to 3G HD-SDI ScalerU4

UFigure 2: Connecting the VP-482 HDMI to 3G HD-SDI ScalerU5

VP-482 - 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-482 HDMI to 3G HD-SDI Scaler,

which is ideal for the following typical applications:

•Projection systems in conference rooms, boardrooms, hotels and churches

•Home theater up-scaling

2 VP-482 - 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-482 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-482 - Overview 3

3 Overview

The Kramer VP-482 HDMI to 3G HD-SDI Scaler is a high-performance digital

scaler for signals up to 3G HD-SDI. It up-scales and down-scales 3G HD-SDI

signals to resolutions up to WUXGA and 1080p. The following output resolutions

are supported:

•SDTV: 480i and 576i

•HDTV: 720p @60, 1080p SF30/29/25, 1080p 30/29/25/24/23, 1080p @59,

1080i @59, 720p @59, 480i @59, 576i, 1080p @50, 1080i @50, 720p @50,

1080p @60, 1080i @60

The VP-482 features:

•A data rate of up to 3Gbps

•An HDMI/DVI input (non-HDCP)

•Two SDI outputs (up to 3G HD-SDI)

•Multi-standard operation: SDI (SMPTE 259M), 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 external 5V DC power supply

4 VP-482 - Defining the VP-482 HDMI to 3G HD-SDI Scaler

4 Defining the VP-482 HDMI to 3G HD-SDI

Scaler

This section defines the VP-482.

Figure 1: VP-482 HDMI to 3G HD-SDI Scaler

Feature Function

1 ON LED Lights green when the unit is powered on

2 INPUT LED Lights green when an HDMI signal is detected on the input

3 MENU Button Press to display the OSD (On-screen Display) Main 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 1080p (1920x1080)

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 HDMI IN Connector Connect to the non-HDCP HDMI source

8 SDI OUT 1 BNC

Connector

Connect to the SDI acceptor 1. The signal is reclocked and

equalized

9 SDI OUT 2 BNC

Connector

Connect to the SDI acceptor 2. The signal is reclocked and

equalized

10 5V DC Connect to the +5V DC power adapter, center pin positive

VP-482 - Connecting the VP-482 5

5 Connecting the VP-482

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

VP-482. After connecting your VP-482, connect its power and then

switch on the power to each device.

Figure 2: Connecting the VP-482 HDMI to 3G HD-SDI Scaler

To connect the VP-482 as illustrated in the example in Figure 2:

1. Connect an HDMI source (for example, an HD video camera) to the HDMI

connector.

Note: If the HDMI signal is HDCP protected, it cannot be displayed on a non-HDCP

compliant display and therefore the VP-482 will not output the picture.

6 VP-482 - Connecting the VP-482

2. Connect the SDI OUT 1 BNC connector to an SDI acceptor (for example, a

non-linear editor).

3. Connect the SDI OUT 2 BNC connector to an SDI acceptor (for example, a

display with speakers).

4. Connect the 5V DC power adapter to the 5V DC power socket and to the

mains electricity (not shown in the illustration).

VP-482 - Operating the VP-482 HDMI to 3G HD-SDI Scaler 7

6 Operating the VP-482 HDMI to 3G HD-SDI

Scaler

The VP-482 is operated directly via the front panel buttons and via the OSD menu.

6.1 Using the Front Panel Buttons

During normal operation (without the OSD), the front panel buttons operate in the

following manner:

•MENU: Press once to display the OSD Main Menu (see Section 6.2

•FREEZE: Press once to freeze the display. Press again to unfreeze the

display

). Press

again to close the OSD

•MENU and –: Press together to set the output to 720p

•ENTER and FREEZE: Press together to set the output to 1080p

6.2 Using the OSD

The OSD is used to set a variety of parameters (see Section 6.2.1

•MENU: Press once to open the OSD main menu. Press again to close the

OSD

). When using

the OSD, the front panel buttons operate in the following manner:

•ENTER: Press to select the highlighted menu item or parameter

•– : Press to step down through the menu list or decrement the parameter

value

•+ : Press to step up through the menu list or increment the parameter value

Note: After a period of 10 sec with no button activity, the OSD menu automatically

turns off. This can be changed using the OSD > Timer setting parameter.

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