Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Room Controller Models:
RC-62 Series (RC-62, RC-62P, RC-62L)
RC-63A Series (RC-63A, RC-63AL, RC-63AP)
RC-63D Series (RC-63D, RC-63DL, RC-63DP)
Contents
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Contents
1
Introduction 1
2
Getting Started 2
3
Overview 3
4
Installing the Room Controller 4
4.1
Defining the RC-62, RC-62P and RC-62L 4
4.2
Defining the RC-63A, RC-63AL and RC-63AP 6
4.3
Defining the RC-63D, RC-63DP and RC-63DL 8
5
Using Your Room Controller 10
5.1
Operating the Room Controller 13
5.2
Using the Macro Buttons 13
6
Customizing the Controllers' Buttons and Labels 14
6.1
Button Labels 14
6.2
Panel Labels 15
7
Technical Specifications 16
Figures
Figure 1: RC-62 Room Controller Front Panel 4
Figure 2: RC-62 Room Controller Rear Panel 5
Figure 3: RC-63D Room Controller Front Panel 8
Figure 4: RC-63D Room Controller Rear Panel 9
Figure 5: RC-63D Standalone Power Supply Pinout 10
Figure 6: Example of a Typical RC-63DL Configuration 11
Figure 7: RC-63D connected to the SV-551 SummitView™ Processor / Switcher 12
Figure 8: RC-63DL Labels Setup 13
Figure 9: Sample “Button Labels” Sheet 14
Figure 10: Sample “Panel Labels" Sheet 15
Tables
Table 1: Defining the Room Controllers' Series 1
Table 2: RC-62 Front Panel Features 5
Table 3: RC-62 Rear Panel Features 5
Table 4: Defining the RC-63, RC-63AL and RC-63AP 7
Table 5: RC-63D Front Panel Features 9
Table 6: RC-63D Rear Panel Features 9
Table 7: Connection Scheme (for the example in Figure 6) 11
Table 8: The Commands Configuration 13
Table 9: Technical Specifications of the Room Controller Series 16
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 Kramer RC-62 and/or RC-63A and/or
RC-63D room controller (defined in Table 1), which are available in European
and American versions.
Table 1: Defining the Room Controllers' Series 2
LCD Labels Printed Labels Plastic Caps
Has LCD labels,
letting you
program the
required group
label, as well as
rolling text on
the display
The DISPLAY
and SOURCES
labels are
printed on the
unit
Has backlit
plastic caps to
which you can
insert a label
from a set of
supplied stickers
RC-62 Series
RC-62L RC-62 RC-62P
RC-63A series
With a separate analog
volume control adjustment
knob
RC-63AL
RC-63A
RC-63AP
RC-63D Series
With a separate digital
volume control adjustment
knob
RC-63DL
RC-63D
RC-63DP
1 GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Matrix Switchers; GROUP 3: Control Systems; GROUP 4:
Format/Standards Converters; GROUP 5: Twisted-Pair Solutions; 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 The specific model is not printed on the unit. For example, RC-63DL (with LCD labels) has RC-63D printed on it and can
be recognized by the LCD displays on its panel
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Getting Started
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The Room Controllers are designed to let you control an A/V system with ease—
such as our SummitView™ kits1—in a multimedia classroom or conference room.
The RC-63DL is provided by default with both SummitView™ kits.
The room controllers—RC-62, RC-63A and RC-63D—can be used as:
System controllers for the SummitView™ system when connected via
K-NET2 cable to the SV-551 SummitView™ Processor / Switcher. When
used in this way, no programming of these units is needed and the unit does
not require a separate power supply
Advanced, standalone, wall-mounted room controllers. When used in this
way, programming of these units is required3 as well as a separate power
supply
The package includes the following items:
Any version of the RC-62 series, the RC-63A series or the RC-63D series
3' (0.91m) USB cable4
Screwdriver
This user manual5
RC-SV configuration software
2 Getting Started
This user manual is written for the end user. Refer to the separate
RC-SV Configuration Guide (available online) for details of how to install and
configure the Room Controller6
We recommend that you review the contents of this user manual.
1 SummitView™ is a complete and simple solution for the integration of media and control in classrooms, training rooms and
presentation rooms. SummitView™ is as easy-to-use as it is to specify and install. Everything required, including wall plate
interfaces, controllers, amplifiers, speakers, cable and even enclosures ready to be mounted to projection mounts is included.
With SummitView™ you get everything you need for a high end integrated media system – just add the displays and sources.
All the signals are transmitted over economical CAT 5 cable
2 K-NET is a proprietary Kramer protocol for interconnecting Kramer units
3 Refer to the separate online “RC-SV Configuration Guide” at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
4 Part number C-UA/MUB-3
5 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from the Internet at this URL: http://www.kramerelectronics.com
6 That provides information about how to set up the system. This online guide may well be updated on a regular basis. For the
latest online guide, go to http://www.kramerelectronics.com
Overview
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3 Overview
This user manual describes the RC-62 / RC-63A / RC-63D series. Each of these
highly versatile controller interfaces acts as an all-in-one extended remote control
panel for control of A/V equipment—especially projectors and associated
equipment—in any room (such as classrooms, boardrooms, or auditoriums). They
streamline operations and simplify control by integrating audio, video, and
computer-video sources into a centralized system. Each room controller includes:
Configurable backlit1 buttons to set up any supported2 command
A bidirectional RS-232 wired serial port, for universal display (for example,
projectors) and switcher control
Two K-NET ports
Two relays for the simplified and centralized control of room functions (such
as lighting, closing blinds, screen settings, and so on)
An IR control port
An IR-learner for the customized control of external sources, receiving the IR
commands from different remote transmitters without the need for an external
IR remote control unit
Macro mode operation, for programming multiple commands with the press
of a single button
Support for firmware upgrade via USB (using K-NET connection when used
together with the SV-551. For further details, see our Web site)
In addition, the RC-63A and the RC-63D feature a separate analog and digital
volume adjustment knob, respectively.
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 and position your
Kramer Room Controller 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.
1 256 colors are available for backlit buttons (to be configured by the system integrator)
2 To be configured by the system integrator only
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Installing the Room Controller
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4 Installing the Room Controller
This section defines the:
RC-62, RC-62P, and RC-62L, see section 4.1
RC-63A, RC-63AL and RC-63AP, see section 4.2
RC-63D, RC-63DL, RC-63DP, see section 4.3
4.1 Defining the RC-62, RC-62P and RC-62L
The RC-62 is available as a 1 Gang wall plate (for the USA) or a 2 Gang wall
plate (for Europe). It features 6 front panel buttons designed in two groups; one
group of 2 buttons, and another group of 4 buttons. Each group can be
programmed according to the user's requirements. LCD and plastic cap variations
are available as well as printed graphics. The:
RC-62 has the DISPLAY and SOURCES labels printed on the unit
RC-62P has a backlit plastic cap to which you can insert a label from a set of
supplied stickers (see section 6)
RC-62L has an LCD label, letting you program the required group label
The RC-62 series includes two relays for the simplified and centralized control of
room functions (such as lighting, closing blinds, screen settings, and so on), an IR
output, a bi-directional RS-232 port, and two K-NET ports. In addition, the
RC-62 features an IR-learner for the customized control of external sources,
memorizing the IR commands from different remote transmitters. A USB port is
included for programming the RC-62 via a computer.
Figure 1, Figure 2, Table 2 and Table 3 define the RC-62, RC-62P, and RC-62L.
Version for Europe
Version for the USA
Figure 1: RC-62 Room Controller Front Panel2
1 For example: model number AD2512C, part number 2535-000251
2 The USA version shown has plastic cap labels (RC-62P), and the European version shown has printed labels (RC-62)
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