Kramer RC-80, RC-160, RC-160L User Manual
Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Models:
RC-80,
Remote Control
RC-160,
Remote Control
RC-160L,
Remote Control
Contents
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Contents
1
Introduction 1
2
Getting Started 1
2.1
Quick Start 1
3
Overview 2
3.1
Terminology Used in this User Manual 4
4
Your RC-80, RC-160 and RC-160L Remote Control Machines 4
5
Installing in a Rack 9
6
Connecting the Remote Control Machine 10
6.1
Connecting the Remote Control Rear Panel 11
6.1.1 Connecting via RS-232 13
6.2
Controlling via ETHERNET 13
6.2.1 Connecting the ETHERNET Port directly to a PC (Crossover Cable) 13
6.2.2 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub (Straight-Through Cable) 14
6.3
Configuring the Ethernet Port 15
6.4
Controlling via RS-485 15
6.5
Setting the DIP-switches 16
7
Operating the Remote Control Machine 18
7.1
Reading the Display 18
7.1.1 Viewing the Current Status 18
7.2
Switching OUT-IN Combinations 19
7.3
Confirming Settings 20
7.3.1 Toggling between the At Once and Confirm Modes 20
7.4
Choosing the Audio-Follow-Video or Breakaway Option 21
7.4.1 Setting the Audio-Follow-Video Option 21
7.4.2 Setting the Breakaway Option 21
7.5
Locking the Front Panel 21
8
Flash Memory Upgrade 22
8.1
Downloading from the Internet 22
8.2
Connecting the PC to the RS-232 IN Port 22
8.3
Upgrading Firmware 23
9
Technical Specifications 24
10
Kramer Protocol 2000 25
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Figures
Figure 1: RC-80 Remote Control 5
Figure 2: RC-160 Remote Control 6
Figure 3: RC-160L Remote Control 7
Figure 4: Connecting the RC-160 Remote Control 12
Figure 5: Connecting a Device without using a Null-modem Adapter 13
Figure 6: Local Area Connection Properties Window 14
Figure 7: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window 14
Figure 8: Controlling via RS-485 16
Figure 9: RC-160 DIP-switches 16
Figure 10: RC-160 Display 18
Figure 11: The JTG Sender Window 23
Tables
Table 1: Terminology Used in this User Manual 4
Table 2: Front Panel RC-80/RC-160/RC-160L Remote Control Features 8
Table 3: Rear Panel RC-80/RC-160/RC-160L Remote Control Features 8
Table 4: Remote Control Configurations 10
Table 5: DIP-switch Settings 16
Table 6: Machine # DIP-switch Settings 17
Table 7: Technical Specifications of the RC-80, RC-160 and RC-160L 24
Table 8: Protocol Definitions 25
Table 9: Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 26
Introduction
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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 groups1 that are clearly defined
by function.
Congratulations on purchasing your RC-80, RC-160 and/or RC-160L which
are ideal for broadcasting studios, and presentation and industrial applications.
The package includes the following items:
RC-80/RC-160/RC-160L Remote Controller
Null-modem adapter
Windows®-based Kramer control software2
Windows®-based Configuration Manager
Kramer RC-IR2 Infrared Remote Control Transmitter (including the
required battery and a separate user manual3)
This user manual3
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 cables4
2.1 Quick Start
This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps.
1 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; GROUP 11: Sierra Products
2 Downloadable from our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
3 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
4 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
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RS-232
S wit ch er
Re m ot e C on tr ol
S wit ch er
Re m ot e C on tr o l
Re m ot e C on tr o l
S wit ch er
Re m ot e C on tr o l
RS-232
RS-232
S wit ch er
Rem ot e Co n tr o l
ETHERNET
3 Overview
The Kramer RC-80, RC-160 and RC-160L are an innovative series of master
remote control units, designed for broadcasting studios and industrial
applications.
The RC-160 and RC-160L can access and control Kramer machines that use
Protocol 2000 (for example, a switcher that has up to 16 inputs and 16 outputs).
The RC-80 can access and control Kramer machines that use Protocol 2000 (for
example, a switcher that has up to eight inputs and eight outputs). The status of
the controlled switcher is monitored continuously, and shown on the display.
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In particular, the Remote Control machines:
Have an LCD display (for the RC-160 and RC-160L) or a bright
7-segment LED display (for the RC-80)
Feature two RS-232 ports (IN and OUT), an RS-485 port, an Ethernet
interface, and an IR receiver
Include Audio-follow-video and breakaway options
Have a TAKE button, for confirming actions
Include a LOCK button to prevent tampering with the front panel
Receive their power from a 12V DC source, making them ideal also for
field operation
Control the RC-80/RC-160/RC-160L using the front panel buttons, or
remotely via:
RS-485 or RS-232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system,
PC, or other serial controller
The Kramer infrared remote control transmitter
The Ethernet
The RC-80/RC-160 is dependable, rugged, and fits into one vertical space
(1U) of a standard 19” professional rack. The RC-160L fits into two vertical
spaces (2U) of a standard 19” professional rack.
To achieve the best performance:
Connect only good quality connection cables, thus avoiding 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 and position your Kramer Remote
Control machine away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust
Caution – No operator-serviceable parts inside unit.
Warning – Use only the Kramer Electronics input power
wall adapter that is provided with this unit1.
Warning – Disconnect power and unplug unit from wall
before installing or removing device or servicing unit.
1 For example: model number AD2512C, part number 2535-000251
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3.1 Terminology Used in this User Manual
Table 1 defines some terms that are used in this user manual.
Table 1: Terminology Used in this User Manual
Term Definition
802.3 The standard specification for ETHERNET that is maintained by the Institute of Electrical
and Electronics Engineers (IEEE).
Dynamic Host
Configuration
Protocol (DHCP)
Allows the network administrator to distribute IP addresses from a central point and
automatically send a new IP address when an Ethernet point is plugged into a different
network location
Gateway A network position serving as an entry to another network. On the Internet, a node or
stopping point can be either a gateway node or a host (end-point) node.
IP Address A 32-binary digit number that identifies each sender or receiver (within a network via a
particular server or workstation) of data (HTML pages or e-mails) that is sent in packets
across the Internet. Every device connected to an IP network must have a unique IP
address. This address is used to reference the specific unit.
Local Area Network
(LAN)
Computers sharing a common communications line or wireless link, which often share a
server within a defined geographic area.
Media Access
Control (MAC)
Address
A computer's unique hardware number (or address) in a LAN or other network. On an
Ethernet LAN, the (MAC) address is identical to the Ethernet address.
Transmission
Control
Protocol/Internet
Protocol (TCP/IP)
The basic communication language or protocol of the Internet that breaks the message
into appropriately sized packets for the network, and can be used as a communications
protocol in an intranet or an extranet.
4 Your RC-80, RC-160 and RC-160L Remote Control Machines
This section defines each of the Remote Control machines:
Figure 1 illustrates the RC-80 Remote Control
Figure 2 illustrates the RC-160 Remote Control
Figure 3 illustrates the RC-160L Remote Control
Table 2 and Table 3 define the Remote Control machines1.
1 Some items, which appear in the table, do not appear in the illustrations since they are not included in that specific machine
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Figure 1: RC-80 Remote Control1
1 Item 9, which appears in Table 3 is not included in this machine
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Figure 2: RC-160 Remote Control
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Figure 3: RC-160L Remote Control
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Table 2: Front Panel RC-80/RC-160/RC-160L Remote Control Features
Function # Feature
RC-80 RC-160 RC-160L
1 IR Receiver The red LED is illuminated when receiving signals from the Infra-red remote
control transmitter
2 LOCK Button Disengages the front panel switches
Select the output to which the input is to be routed 3 OUT / OUTPUT
SELECTOR
Buttons1
From 1 to 8 From 1 to 16 From 1 to 16
Select the input to switch to the output 4 IN / INPUT
SELECTOR
Buttons1
From 1 to 8 From 1 to 16 From 1 to 16
5 VIDEO Button When button illuminates, actions relate to video2. Press to toggle
6 AUDIO Button When button illuminates, actions relate to audio2. Press to toggle
7 TAKE Button When in the Confirm mode, press to implement a single action. Press to toggle
between Confirm and At Once mode
Displays the selected input switched to the output (marked above/below each input) 8 STATUS Display
7-segment LED LCD LCD
Table 3: Rear Panel RC-80/RC-160/RC-160L Remote Control Features
Function # Feature
RC-80 RC-160 RC-160L
9 LCD Contrast Trimmer Not applicable Turn to adjust LCD contrast3
10 RS-485 Terminal Block
Port
Pins B (-) and A (+) are for RS-485; Pin G (Ground) may be connected to
the shield of the cable if desired
11 RS-232 IN 9-pin D-sub Port Connects to the PC or to another Remote Control
12 RS-232 OUT 9-pin D-sub
Port
Connects to a Kramer switcher or another Remote Control
13 SETUP DIP-switches See section 6.4
14 Flash Upgrade Button Push in for “Program” to upgrade to the latest Kramer firmware (see
section 8), or release for “Normal” (the factory default)
15 ETHERNET Connector Connects to the PC through computer networking (see section 6.2)
16 Reset Button ETHERNET factory reset button. Press to reset to factory default
definitions4:
IP number 192.168.139
Mask – 255.255.255.0
Gateway – 192.168.11
17 12V DC +12V DC connector for powering the unit
1 The RC-80 and RC-160L have large buttons, and the RC-160 has small buttons
2 Press both VIDEO and AUDIO buttons (both buttons illuminate) for the audio channels to follow the video channels (AFV,
audio-follow-video mode)
3 Insert a screwdriver into the hole and carefully rotate it, to trim the level
4 First disconnect the power adapter and then connect it again while pressing the Reset button. The unit will power up and
load its memory with the factory default definitions
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