Kramer VP-440 User manual

USER MANUAL

MODEL:

VP-440

Presentation Switcher/Scaler

P/N: 2900-300476 Rev 6 www.kramerAV.com

VP-440 – Contents

Contents

1Introduction 1

2Getting Started 2

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2

2.2 Safety Instructions 3

2.3 Recycling Kramer Products 3

3Overview 4

3.1 Using Twisted Pair Cable for HDBT 5

3.2 Defining the VP-440 Presentation Switcher/Scaler 6

4Connecting the VP-440 8

4.1 Microphone Pinout 10

4.2 Wiring the TP LINE OUT RJ-45 Connector 11

5Controlling the VP-440 12

5.1 Controlling via the Front Panel Buttons 12

5.2 Using the OSD Menu 12

5.3 Connecting to the VP-440 via RS-232 16

5.4 Operating via Ethernet 17

5.5 Controlling the VP-440 via the REMOTE Terminal Block Connector 21

6Using the Embedded Web Pages 22

6.1 Browsing the VP-440 Web Pages 22

6.2 The Input Select Page 23

6.3 The Device Settings Page 26

6.4 The Output Settings Page 28

6.5 The HDCP Page 29

6.6 The EDID Page 30

6.7 The Audio Settings Page 32

6.8 The Advanced Page 33

6.9 The About Page 33

7Technical Specifications 34

7.1 Default Communication Parameters 35

7.2 Input Resolutions 35

7.3 Output Resolutions 36

8The RS-232/Ethernet (UDP) Communication Protocol 37

8.1Kramer Protocol 3000 Syntax 37

8.2 Kramer Protocol 3000 –Command List 40

8.3 Kramer Protocol 3000 –Detailed Commands 41

VP-440 - Contents

Figures

Figure 1: VP-440 Presentation Switcher/Scaler Front Panel 6

Figure 2: VP-440 Presentation Switcher/Scaler Rear Panel 7

Figure 3: Connecting the VP-440 Presentation Switcher / Scaler 9

Figure 4: Condenser Microphone Pinout 10

Figure 5: Dynamic Microphone Pinout 10

Figure 6: TP PINOUT 11

Figure 7: Talkover Mode 16

Figure 8: RS-232 Pinout 16

Figure 9: Local Area Connection Properties Window 18

Figure 10: Internet Protocol Version 4 Properties Window 19

Figure 11: Internet Protocol Version 6 Properties Window 19

Figure 12: Internet Protocol Properties Window 20

Figure 13: Connecting the Contact Closure Remote Control PINs 21

Figure 14: The Input Select Page 24

Figure 15: The VP-440 Standby Mode 24

Figure 16: The Input Select Page –Mixer On/Off 25

Figure 17: The Input Select Page –Edit Input Buttons (HDMI and VGA Respectively) 25

Figure 18: The Device Settings Page 26

Figure 19: The Device Settings Page –Static IP Confirmation 26

Figure 20: The Device Settings Page –Uploading the New Firmware File 27

Figure 21: The Device Settings Page –Uploading the New Firmware File 27

Figure 22: The Device Settings Page –New Firmware Updated 27

Figure 23: The Output Settings Page 28

Figure 24: The HDCP Page 29

Figure 25: The EDID Page 30

Figure 26: The EDID Page –Copying a Resolution 31

Figure 27: The EDID Page –The Copy EDID Results 31

Figure 28: The Audio Settings Page 32

Figure 29: The Advanced Page 33

Figure 30: The About Page 33

VP-440 - 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 VP-440 Presentation Switcher/Scaler.

This product, which incorporates HDMI™ technology, is ideal for:

Classroom, lecture theaters and education application

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

VP-440 - 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 http://www.kramerav.com/downloads/VP-440 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 neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely

influence signal quality

Position your Kramer VP-440 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.

VP-440 - Getting Started

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

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 http://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/recycling/.

VP-440 - Overview

3 Overview

The VP-440 is a high−performance presentation scaler/switcher for HDMI and

computer graphics signals. The unit scales the video, embeds the audio, and outputs

the signal to both an HDMI and an HDBaseT output, as well as outputting to

unbalanced stereo audio.

The VP-440 features:

PixPerfect™scaling technology –Kramer’s precision pixel mapping and high

quality scaling technology, with full up and down scaling of all video input

signals

HDTV compatibility

HDCP compliance

6 video inputs - 4 HDMI on HDMI connectors, 2 computer graphics video on

15−pin HD connectors

Scaled output on HDMI and HDBT connectors simultaneously

System Range for the HDBT inputs and outputs - Up to 70m (230ft)

For optimum range and performance using HDBaseT™, use Kramer's

BC−HDKat6a cable. Note that the transmission range depends on the

signal resolution, source and display used. The distance using

non−Kramer CAT 6 cable may not reach these ranges.

Up to UXGA/1080p output resolutions

Microphone input with audio DSP options including mixing and talk-over

Companion AFV (Audio-Follow-Video) –stereo audio for every video input

6 unbalanced stereo inputs on 3.5mm connectors as well as embedded audio

for the HDMI inputs, each with individual level controls

Audio outputs –one unbalanced stereo on a 3.5mm connector as well as

embedded audio on the HDMI and HDBT outputs

Multiple aspect ratio selections - full, best fit, over scan, under scan, letter box

and pan scan

VP-440 - Overview

Powerful audio features via DSP technology including audio equalization,

mixing, delay and so on

Built-in ProcAmp - color, hue, sharpness, noise, contrast and brightness

Supports 4:4:4 (RGB and YUV) as well as 4:2:2 (YUV) color sampling in

Native mode

Maintains constant output sync –there is no disruption on the output while

switching between inputs and when no video is detected

Dedicated RS-232 port for bidirectional data tunneling via HDBT

Front panel lockout

Non-volatile memory –saves final settings

Control your VP-440:

Directly, via the front panel push buttons

By RS-232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system, PC, or

other serial controller

Via the OSD (on-screen display)

Via remote contact-closure switches

Via the Ethernet with built-in Web pages

The VP-440 is housed in a 1/2 19" 1U enclosure, letting 2 units to be rack mounted

side-by-side in a 1U rack space with the optional RK-1 universal rack adapter.

3.1 Using Twisted Pair Cable for HDBT

Kramer engineers have developed special twisted pair cables to best match our

digital twisted pair products; BC−HDKat6a (CAT 6 23 AWG cable) significantly

outperforms regular CAT 5 / CAT 6 cables.

We strongly recommend that you use shielded twisted pair cable.

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