Go to www.kramerav.com/downloads/VP-428H2 to check for up-to-date user manuals,
application programs, and to check if firmware upgrades are available (where appropriate).
This equipment is to be used only inside a building. It may only be connected to other
equipment that is installed inside a building.
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 15 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 &
Repeaters; GROUP 6: Specialty AV Products; GROUP 7: Scalers; GROUP 8: Cables and
Connectors; GROUP 9: Room Connectivity; GROUP 10: Mounting and Rack Adapters;
GROUP 11: Sierra Video; GROUP 12: Digital Signage; GROUP 13: Audio; GROUP 14:
Collaboration; and GROUP 15: KM & KVM Switches.
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.
Achieving 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 neighbouring electrical appliances that may adversely influence
signal quality.
Position your Kramer VP-428H2 away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust.
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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.
Safety Instructions
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 www.kramerav.com/support/recycling.
Overview
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VP-428H24K HDBT Transmitter/Scaler.
VP-428H2 is an HDBaseT 4K transmitter/scaler with HDMI, DP and VGA inputs. VP-428H2
supports HDBT tunneling of Ethernet, bidirectional RS-232 and IR signals, as well as PoE to
provide power to the HDBaseT receiver. It receives the selected AV signal, up-scales,
down-scales or bypasses the video, according to the settings selected by the user, and
converts it for sending via HDBaseT, together with the tunneled data and PoE.
VP-428H2 is housed in a compact, Kramer MegaTOOL™ enclosure which can be mounted
side by side in a 19-inch rack using the RK-T2B rack adapter.
VP-428H2 provides exceptional quality, advanced and user-friendly operation, and flexible
control.
Functionality
Supports scaling to / from all input and output resolutions.
Works with any HDBT receiver (supports 4K without the need for a specialized receiver).
Upscales to all popular 4K resolutions (to 4K60 4:2:0 max).
Downscales from 4K60 4:4:4 to all resolutions.
Automatically downscales 6G 4K color space to 4:2:0.
4K resolution bypass option, supporting HDR.
HDBT tunnelling of RS-232, IR and Ethernet.
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Exceptional Quality
PixPerfect™ Scaling Technology – Kramer’s precision pixel mapping and high quality
scaling technology.
Output resolutions – with selectable refresh rates up to 4K/UHD.
System Range – For the HDBaseT output, extended reach of up to 100m (330ft) using
Kramer recommended cables.
Includes numerous filters and algorithms for eliminating picture artifacts.
HDCP2.2, HDMI 2.0/1.4 compliance.
HDBaseT certified.
Advanced and User-friendly Operation
Built-in video Proc-Amp – color, hue, sharpness, contrast, and brightness are set
individually for each input.
An OSD (On-Screen Display) – for making adjustments – that can be located anywhere on
the screen.
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Advanced EDID management per input.
Constant Sync – Maintains sync on the output, even if input video signal is lost or
interrupted.
Audio – Unbalanced stereo and embedded audio inputs.
Audio delay selection.
MENU and navigation buttons for using OSD.
Front-panel push-button for input selection.
STEP-IN button for Step-in control when connected to a device that provides step-in
support.
Firmware Upgrade – Via USB-A port, using a user-friendly software upgrade tool.
Auto-switching – Selectable last connected and auto-scanning of inputs.
Non-volatile memory that retains the last settings, after switching the power off and then
on again.
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Flexible Connectivity
A FREEZE button, RESET TO XGA/1080P buttons (to hardware-reset the output
resolution); and a STEP-IN button.
3 video input ports – DP, HDMI and PC.
Ethernet tunnelling via HDBT.
Analog stereo audio input.
Embedded audio on the HDMI and DisplayPort inputs and outputs.
Scaled HDBT output.
IR input and output ports.
Data and device control RS-232 ports.
Typical Applications
VP-428H2 is ideal for the following typical applications:
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Educational – Classrooms, lecture theaters.
Projection systems in conference rooms, boardrooms, hotels and churches.
Home theatre up-scaling.
Controlling your VP-428H2
Control your VP-428H2 directly via the front panel push buttons (see Front Panel Buttons
on page 9), with on-screen menus (OSD Menu on page 9), or:
By RS-232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system, PC, or other serial
controller (see Connecting to VP-428H2 via RS-232 on page 8).
Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your VP-428H2. After
connecting your VP-428H2, connect its power and then switch on the power to each device.
Connecting VP-428H2
To connect VP-428H2 as illustrated in the example in Figure 3:
1. Connect a DP source (for example, a laptop) to the DP IN DisplayPort connector .
2. Connect an HDMI source (for example, a Blu-ray player) to the HDMI IN connector .
3. Connect a computer graphics source (for example, a laptop) to the PC IN 15-pin HD
connector .
4. Connect an analog stereo audio source (for example, from the laptop) to the AUDIO IN
3.5mm mini jack .
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5. Connect the HDBT OUT RJ-45 port to a receiver (for example, the Kramer
TP-580Rxr).
6. Connect an IR sensor to the IR IN 3.5mm mini jack (for example, to control the
projector connected to the HDBT receiver that is connected to HDBT OUT ).
The projector IR remote control transmitter sends commands to the projector via the IR
sensor.
7. Connect the IR IN 3.5mm mini jack to an IR emitter (for example, to control the
HDMI-connected Blu-ray player via the HDBT receiver that is connected to HDBT OUT
).
8. Connect a control system to the CTRL (G, Rx, Tx) terminal block connectors to
control VP-428H2.
9. Connect a control system to the DATA (G, Rx, Tx) terminal block connectors to
tunnel control commands via HDBT OUT.
10. Connect the RJ-45 Ethernet port to tunnel Ethernet data via HDBT OUT.
11. Connect the 48V power adapter and connect the adapter to the mains.
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Figure 3: Connecting to the VP-428H2
Connecting to VP-428H2 via RS-232
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You can connect to the VP-428H2 via an RS-232 connection (, ) using, for example, a
PC.
To connect to the VP-428H2 via RS-232 Connect the RS-232 rear panel port on the VP-428H2
unit to the RS-232 port on your PC.
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Operating VP-428H2
Operate VP-428H2 via:
Front Panel Buttons on page 9.
OSD Menu on page 9.
Front Panel Buttons
Use VP-428H2 front panel buttons to perform the following operations:
Press MENU, ENTER, + and – to use the OSD menu.
Press MENU and – simultaneously to reset the resolution to 1080p (RESET TO 1080p).
Press ENTER and FREEZE simultaneously to reset the resolution to XGA (RESET TO
XGA).
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Press INPUT SELECT to manually select the input to switch to the output.
Press STEP-IN to activate the input on a Step-in compatible device, see Using the
Step-in Feature on page 13.
OSD Menu
The control buttons let you control the VP-428H2 via the OSD menu. Press:
MENU to enter the menu.
The default timeout is set to 10 seconds.
ENTER button to accept changes and to change the menu settings.
+ and – to move through the OSD menu, which is displayed on the video output.
On the OSD menu, select EXIT to exit the menu.
The OSD menu enables performing the following:
Setting Image Parameters on page 10.
Selecting the Input Signal on page 10.
Setting Output Parameters on page 11.
Setting the Audio Source on page 11.
Setting OSD Parameters on page 12.
Defining Advanced Settings on page 12.
Performing Factory Reset on page 13.
Viewing Device Information on page 13.
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Menu Item
Function
CONTRAST
Set the contrast (the range and default values vary according to the input
signal).
BRIGHTNESS
Set the brightness (the range and default values vary according to the input
signal).
FINETUNE
Input Signal
Function
HDMI/DP
HUE – set the color hue.
SATURATION – set the color saturation.
SHARPNESS – set the sharpness of the picture.
NOISE REDUCTION – select the noise reduction: OFF
(default), LOW, MIDDLE, HIGH or AUTO.
VGA
PHASE – set the phase.
CLOCK – set the clock.
H-POSITION – set the horizontal position.
V-POSITION – set the vertical position.
COLOR
Set the RED, GREEN and BLUE shades.
Setting Image Parameters
To set the image parameters:
1. On the front panel click MENU. The menu appears.
2. Click PICTURE and set the following:
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Selecting the Input Signal
To set the input source:
1. On the front panel click MENU. The menu appears.
2. Click INPUT and set select the input source: DP, HDMI or PC (default).
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Menu Item
Function
SIZE
Set the size of the image: FULL, OVER SCAN, UNDERSCAN, LETTER BOX, PAN
SCAN or BEST FIT.
4K in -> 4K out
Select SCALER to process the 4K-in to 4K-out signal via the scaler.
Select BYPASS to bypass the scaler.
RESOLUTION
Select the output resolution:
Appears as
Output Resolution
Appears as
Output Resolution
720X480P
480p
640x480
640x480
720X576P
576p
800x600
800x600
1280X720P50
720p@50Hz
1024x768
1024x768
1280X720P60
720p@60Hz
1280x768
1280x768
1920X1080P24
1080p@24Hz
1360x768
1360x768
1920X1080P25
1080p@25Hz
1280x720
1280x720
1920X1080P30
1080p@30Hz
1280x800
1280x800
1920X1080P50
1080p@50Hz
1280x1024
1280x1024
1920X1080P60
1080p@60Hz
1440x900
1440x900
4K2K 24
4K2K@24Hz
1400x1050
1400x1050
4K2K 25
4K2K@25Hz
1920X1080
1920X1080
4K2K 30
4K2K@30Hz
1680x1050
1680x1050
4K2K(420) 50
4K2K@50Hz(4:2:0)
1600x1200
1600x1200
4K2K(420) 60
4K2K@60Hz(4:2:0)
1920x1200 RB
1920x1200 RB
Menu Item
Function
DP SOURCE
Set to ANALOG, EMBEDDED (default) or AUTOMATIC.
HDMI SOURCE
Set to ANALOG, EMBEDDED (default) or AUTOMATIC.
DELAY
Set the audio delay time to OFF (default), 40ms, 50ms, up to 200ms (in
10ms steps).
Setting Output Parameters
To set the output parameters:
1. On the front panel click MENU. The menu appears.
2. Click PICTURE and set the following:
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Setting the Audio Source
To set the audio source:
1. On the front panel click MENU. The menu appears.
2. Click AUDIO and set the following:
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Menu Item
Function
H POSITION
Set the horizontal position of the OSD.
V POSITION
Set the vertical position of the OSD.
TIMER
Set the timeout period in seconds.
TRANSPARENCY
Set the OSD background between 100 (transparent) and 0 (opaque).
DISPLAY
Select the information displayed on-screen during operation:
INFO (default) – the information appears for 10 seconds.
ON – the information appears constantly.
OFF – the information does not appear.
Menu Item
Function
HDCP ON INPUT:
Set HDCP on DP and HDMI: either ON (default) or OFF.
Setting HDCP support to enabled (ON) or disabled (OFF) on the input
allows the source to transmit a non-HDCP signal if required (for
example, when working with a Mac computer).
HDCP ON OUTPUT:
Select FOLLOW INPUT, to change its HDCP output setting according to
the HDCP of the input.
This option is recommended when the HDMI/HDCP output is connected
to a splitter/switcher.
Select FOLLOW OUTPUT for the scaler to match its HDCP output to the
HDCP setting of the HDMI/HDCP acceptor to which it is connected.
AUTO SYNC OFF:
Turns off the output after a period of not detecting a valid video signal on
the input(s) until a valid input is again detected or any keypad is
pressed.
Set to:
Slow – to disable outputs after 2 minutes.
Fast – to disable outputs after 10 seconds.
Disable – to leave outputs active at all times.
AUTO INPUT:
Set to:
OFF (default) – for manual switching.
Last Connected – switches to the last connected input.
Scan – scans for a valid input.
AUTO IMAGE:
When ON, auto image is implemented every time the input is switched
to VGA or when the input resolution changes.
The auto-image feature calculates the positioning based on the picture
connected to the VGA input. Only a “full screen” picture can be used for
this auto-positioning – a test pattern (or some other picture) which has
black along the entire top, bottom or one of the sides would not be
suitable).
FREEZE:
Select to freeze and/or mute the display FREEZE ONLY / FREEZE +
MUTE (default) / MUTE ONLY.
Setting OSD Parameters
To set the OSD parameters:
1. On the front panel click MENU. The menu appears.
2. Click OSD and set the following:
Defining Advanced Settings
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To set the advanced settings:
1. On the front panel click MENU. The menu appears.
2. Click ADVANCED and set the following:
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Menu Item
Function
EDID MANAGE:
Set DP EDID – to DEF. 1080P, DEF. 4K2K(3G), DEF. 4K2K(4:2:0) or
OUTPUT.
Set HDMI EDID – to DEF. 1080P, DEF. 4K2K(3G), DEF. 4K2K(4:2:0) or
OUTPUT.
HDBT DATA:
VP-428H2 can either pass data via HDBT OUT or use the Step-in
feature (see Using the Step-in Feature on page 13).
Set to:
DATA PORT (default) – to enable passing data via HDBT OUT.
STEP-IN 0 – to use Step-in with legacy Step-in-compatible switchers.
STEP-IN 4 – to use with new Step-in-compatible switchers.
Using the Step-in Feature
When the VP-428H2 HDBT OUT port is connected to a Step-in compatible switcher via the
HDBT OUT port (for example, VP-558), you can use the Step-in button to activate the input on
that switcher.
To use the Step-in feature first perform the initial setup and then perform a Step-in operation.
To use the Step-in feature:
1. Perform the initial setup:
On the front panel press MENU. The menu appears.
Click ADVANCED and then HDBT DATA.
Select STEP-IN 0 (legacy) or STEP-IN 4 (new).
The Step-in button on the front panel now operates in conjunction with the compatible receiver.
2. Perform a Step-in operation:
On the front panel click INPUT SELECT to select an input.
3. Press STEP-IN to switch the selected input to the connected switcher.
Performing Factory Reset
To perform factory reset:
1. On the front panel click MENU. The menu appears.
2. Click FACTORY and click YES.
Wait for completion of factory reset.
Viewing Device Information
To view the information:
1. On the front panel click MENU. The menu appears.
2. Click INFO. and view the following information: the selected source, the input and output
resolutions, Valens firmware version and software version.
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Firmware Upgrade
To upgrade the firmware:
1. Save the new firmware file to a memory stick.
2. Disconnect power from the VP-428H2.
3. Plug the memory stick into the PROG USB port on the VP-428H2 front panel.
4. Press and hold the MENU button while reconnecting power to the VP-428H2.
5. When the ON LED flashes, release the MENU button (meaning the device is in the FW
upgrading mode).
6. When the upgrade is complete, the LED stops flashing and illuminates.
7. Disconnect and reconnect the power cable.
8. Check that the INFO. screen shows the latest FW version (see Viewing Device
Information on page 13).
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Inputs
1 DP
On a DisplayPort connector
1 HDMI
On a female HDMI connector
1 PC
On a 15-pin HD connector
1 Stereo Analog Unbalanced Audio
On a 3.5mm mini jack
1 IR IN
On a 3.5mm mini jack
Outputs
HDBT OUT
On an RJ-45 port
1 IR OUT
On a 3.5mm mini jack
Ports
1 USB
On a female USB-A connector
1 DATA RS-232
On a 3-pin terminal block for serial
link extension
Specifications are subject to change without notice at www.kramerav.com
Default Communication Parameters
RS-232
Baud Rate:
9,600
Data Bits:
8
Stop Bits:
1
Parity:
None
Command Format:
ASCII protocol 3000
Example (Route the video HDMI input to the output):
#ROUTE 12,1,1<cr>
Full Factory Reset
OSD
Go to : Menu-> Setup -> Factory Reset -> press Enter to confirm
Front panel buttons
Press the Reset to XGA/1080p Button while plugging the power to
reset the machine
Resolution/Refresh Rate
DP
PC
HDMI
480I/576I
Yes
No
Yes
480P/576P
Yes
No
Yes
720P@(60/50)
Yes
No
Yes
1080I@(60/50)
Yes
No
Yes
1080P@(60/50)
Yes
No
Yes
1080P@(24/25/30)
Yes
No
Yes
640x480@(60/67/72/75/85)
Yes
Yes
Yes
800x600@(56/60/72/75)
Yes
Yes
Yes
1024x768@(60/70/75)
Yes
Yes
Yes
1280x1024@(60/75)
Yes
Yes
Yes
1280X960@60
Yes
Yes
Yes
1280X720@60
Yes
Yes
Yes
1920X1080@60
Yes
No
Yes
1600X1200@60
Yes
Yes
Yes
1280x768@60
Yes
Yes
Yes
1280x800@60
Yes
Yes
Yes
1360x768@60
Yes
Yes
Yes
1366x768@60
Yes
Yes
Yes
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RS-232 Command Protocol
Input Resolutions
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Resolution/Refresh Rate
DP
PC
HDMI
1400x1050@60
Yes
Yes
Yes
1600X900@60 RB
Yes
No
Yes
1680x1050@60
Yes
Yes
Yes
1920x1200@60 RB
Yes
Yes
Yes
4K2K@(24/25/30/50/60)
Yes
No
Yes
4K2K(4:2:0)@(50/60)
Yes
No
Yes
Resolution/Refresh Rate
HDBT
640x480 60Hz
Yes
800x600 60Hz
Yes
1024x768 60Hz
Yes
1280x768 60Hz
Yes
1360x768 60Hz
Yes
1280x720 60Hz
Yes
1280x800 60Hz
Yes
1280x1024 60Hz
Yes
1440x900 60Hz
Yes
1400x1050 60Hz
Yes
1680x1050 60Hz
Yes
1920x1080 60Hz
Yes
1920x1200 RB 60Hz
Yes
480P 60Hz
Yes
576P 50Hz
Yes
720P (50/60Hz)
Yes
1080P (24/25/30/50/60Hz)
Yes
4K2K (24/25/30Hz)
Yes
4K2K (4:2:0) (50/60Hz)
Yes
Output Resolutions
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The framing of the command varies according to the terminal communication software.
.
All the examples provided in this section are based on using the K-Config software.
Protocol 3000
The VP-428H24K HDBT Transmitter/Scaler can be operated using the Kramer
Protocol 3000 serial commands. The command framing varies according to how you interface
with the VP-428H2.
Generally, a basic video input switching command that routes a layer 1 video signal to HDMI
out 1 from HDMI input 2 (ROUTE 1,1,2), is entered as follows:
Terminal communication software, such as Hercules:
K-Touch Builder (Kramer software):
K-Config (Kramer configuration software):
You can enter commands directly using terminal communication software (e.g., Hercules) by
connecting a PC to the serial or Ethernet port on your device. To enter CR press the Enter key
(LF is also sent but is ignored by the command parser).
Commands sent from various non-Kramer controllers (e.g., Crestron) may require special
coding for some characters (such as, /X##). For more information, refer to your controller’s
documentation.
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A string can contain more than one command. Commands are separated by a pipe (|)
character.
Spaces between parameters or command terms are ignored. Commands in the string do not
execute until the closing character is entered. A separate response is sent for every
command in the chain.
For more information about Protocol 3000 commands, see:
Understanding Protocol 3000 on page 19.
Kramer Protocol 3000 Syntax on page 20.
Protocol 3000 Commands on page 21.
Understanding Protocol 3000
Protocol 3000 commands are structured according to the following:
Command – A sequence of ASCII letters (A-Z, a-z and -). A command and its parameters
must be separated by at least one space.
Parameters – A sequence of alphanumeric ASCII characters (0-9, A-Z, a-z and some
special characters for specific commands). Parameters are separated by commas.
Message string – Every command entered as part of a message string begins with a
message starting character and ends with a message closing character.
Message starting character:
# – For host command/query
~ – For device response
Device address – K-NET Device ID followed by @ (optional, K-NET only)
Query sign – ? follows some commands to define a query request
Message closing character:
CR – Carriage return for host messages (ASCII 13)
CR LF – Carriage return for device messages (ASCII 13) and line-feed (ASCII 10)
Command chain separator character – Multiple commands can be chained in the same
string. Each command is delimited by a pipe character (|). When chaining commands,
enter the message starting character and the message closing character only at the
beginning and end of the string.
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Start
Address
(optional)
Body
Delimiter
#
Device_id@
Message
CR
Start
Body
Delimiter
#
CommandSP
Parameter_1,Parameter_2,…
CR
Start
Address
Body
Delimiter
#
Device_id@
Command_1
Parameter1_1,Parameter1_2,…|
Command_2
Parameter2_1,Parameter2_2,…|
Command_3
Parameter3_1,Parameter3_2,…|…
CR
Start
Address
(optional)
Body
Delimiter
~
Device_id@
Message
CR LF
Start
Address
(optional)
Body
Delimiter
~
Device_id@
Command SP [Param1 ,Param2 …] result
CR LF
Kramer Protocol 3000 Syntax
The Kramer Protocol 3000 syntax uses the following delimiters:
Some commands have short name syntax in addition to long name syntax to enable faster
typing. The response is always in long syntax.
The Protocol 3000 syntax is in the following format:
Host Message Format:
Simple Command – Command string with only one command without addressing:
Command String – Formal syntax with command concatenation and addressing:
Device Message Format:
Device Long Response – Echoing command:
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Command
Description
#
Protocol handshaking (system mandatory)
BUILD-DATE
Get device build date (system mandatory)
FACTORY
Reset to factory default configuration
HELP
Get command list (system mandatory)
MODEL?
Get device model (system mandatory)
PROT-VER?
Get device protocol version (system mandatory)
RESET
Reset device (system mandatory)
SN?
Get device serial number (system mandatory)
VERSION?
Read device firmware version
DISPLAY
Read if output is valid
NAME
Set/get machine (DNS) name
NAME-RST
Reset machine name to factory default (DNS)
Functions
Permission
Transparency
Set:
#
End User
Public
Get:
- - -
Description
Syntax
Set:
Protocol handshaking
#CR
Get:
-
-
Response
~nn@SPOKCR LF
Notes
Validates the Protocol 3000 connection and gets the machine number.
Step-in master products use this command to identify the availability of a device.
K-Config Example
“#”,0x0D
Protocol 3000 Commands
This section includes the following commands:
Common Commands on page 21.
Step-in Commands on page 26.
System Commands on page 27.
Video Commands on page 28.
Switching/Routing Commands on page 30.
Audio Commands on page 31.
Common Commands
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Functions
Permission
Transparency
Set:
-
-
-
Get:
BUILD-DATE?
End User
Public
Description
Syntax
Set:
-
-
Get:
Get device build date
#BUILD-DATE?CR
Response
~nn@BUILD-DATESPdateSPtimeCR LF
Parameters
date – Format: YYYY/MM/DD where YYYY = Year, MM = Month, DD = Day
time – Format: hh:mm:ss where hh = hours, mm = minutes, ss = seconds
K-Config Example
“#BUILD-DATE?”,0x0D
Functions
Permission
Transparency
Set:
FACTORY
End User
Public
Get:
- - -
Description
Syntax
Set:
Reset device to factory default configuration
#FACTORYCR
Get: - -
Response
~nn@FACTORYSPOKCR LF
Notes
This command deletes all user data from the device. The deletion can take some time.
Your device may require powering off and powering on for the changes to take effect.
K-Config Example
“#FACTORY”,0x0D
Functions
Permission
Transparency
Set:
-
-
-
Get:
HELP
End User
Public
Description
Syntax
Set:
-
-
Get:
Get command list or help for specific
command
#HELPCR
Response
Multi-line: ~nn@Device available protocol 3000 commands:CR LFcommand,SP
command...CR LF
Parameters
COMMAND_NAME – name of a specific command
Notes
To get help for a specific command use:HELPSPCOMMAND_NAMECR LF
K-Config Example
“#HELP”,0x0D
BUILD-DATE
FACTORY
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HELP
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Functions
Permission
Transparency
Set:
-
-
-
Get:
MODEL?
End User
Public
Description
Syntax
Set:
-
-
Get:
Get device model
#MODEL?CR
Response
~nn@MODELSPmodel_nameCR LF
Parameters
model_name – String of up to 19 printable ASCII chars
Notes
This command identifies equipment connected to Step-in master products and notifies of identity changes
to the connected equipment. The Matrix saves this data in memory to answer REMOTE-INFO requests.
K-Config Example
“#MODEL?”,0x0D
Functions
Permission
Transparency
Set: - - - Get:
PROT-VER?
End User
Public
Description
Syntax
Set:
-
-
Get:
Get device protocol version
#PROT-VER?CR
Response
~nn@PROT-VERSP3000:versionCR LF
Parameters
version - XX.XX where X is a decimal digit
K-Config Example
“#PROT-VER?”,0x0D
Functions
Permission
Transparency
Set:
RESET
Administrator
Public
Get:
-
-
-
Description
Syntax
Set:
Reset device
#RESETCR
Get: - -
Response
~nn@RESETSPOKCR LF
Notes
To avoid locking the port due to a USB bug in Windows, disconnect USB connections immediately after
running this command. If the port was locked, disconnect and reconnect the cable to reopen the port.
This device has a 14 digit serial number, only the last 11 digits are displayed.
K-Config Example
“#SN?”,0x0D
Functions
Permission
Transparency
Set:
-
- - Get:
VERSION?
End User
Public
Description
Syntax
Set:
-
-
Get:
Get firmware version number
#VERSION?CR
Response
~nn@VERSIONSPfirmware_versionCR LF
Parameters
firmware_version – XX.XX.XXXX where the digit groups are: major.minor.build version
K-Config Example
“#VERSION?”,0x0D
Functions
Permission
Transparency
Set:
- - -
Get
DISPLAY?
End User
System
Description
Syntax
Set:
-
-
Get:
Get output HPD status
#DISPLAY?SPP1CR
Response
~ nn@DISPLAYSPP1CR LF
Parameters
P1 – Output number: 1 (HDBaseT)
Response Triggers
After execution, response is sent to the com port from which the Get was received.
Response is sent after every change in output HPD status ON to OFF.
Response is sent after every change in output HPD status OFF to ON and ALL parameters (new EDID,
etc.) are stable and valid (new EDID, etc.) are stable and valid.
After a SET command, LEDs show the button status:
mute – button LED off
active – button LED on
pending – button LED flashing
The Step-in master uses this command to get the actual status and identify if the device is in pending Stepin request.
In reply to the Step-in request, the Step-in master updates the button status by sending set to activate and
configures the Step-in action. Other Step-in clients are set to mute.
capabilities – 1 (module supports Step-in), 0 (module doesn’t support Step-in)
num_of_inputs – 3
num_of_cntl_btn – 3
type – video port type: 2 (HDMI), 3 (DisplayPort), 6 (VGA)
Notes
If a module does not support step-in it might respond with an error “command not supported”.
K-Config Example
Get step-in capabilities:
“#STEPIN-CP?”,0x0D
Step-in Commands
BTN
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Command
Description
HDCP-MOD
Set/get HDCP mode
Functions
Permission
Transparency
Set:
HDCP-MOD
Administrator
Public
Get
HDCP-MOD?
End User
Public
Description
Syntax
Set:
Set HDCP mode
#HDCP-MODSPstage,stage_id,modeCR
Get:
Get HDCP mode
#HDCP-MOD?SPstage,stage_idCR
Response
Set/get: ~nn@HDCP-MODSPstage,stage_idCR LF
Parameters
stage – 0 (In), 1 (Out)
stage_id – For input: 0 (DP), 1 (HDMI), 2 (PC); for output: 1 (HDBaseT)
mode – Status for input: 0 (Off), 1 (On) status for output: 2 (Follow In), 3 (Follow Out)
Response Triggers
Response is sent to the com port from which the Set (before execution) / Get command was received
Response is sent to all com ports after execution if HDCP-MOD was set by any other external control device
(button press, device menu and similar) or HDCP mode changed.
Notes
Set HDCP working mode on the device input:
HDCP supported – HDCP_ON (default)
HDCP not supported – HDCP OFF
HDCP supports changes following a detected sink - MIRROR OUTPUT
resolution – Select video resolutions: 0-28 (see Output Resolutions Key on page 32)
Response triggers
After execution, response is sent to the com port from which the Set /Get was received
After execution, response is sent to all com ports if VID-RES was set by any other external control
device (button press, device menu and similar)
Notes
1. The “Set” command is only applicable when stage = 1 (Output)
2. The “Set” command with is_native = 1 (On), sets the native resolution on the selected output
(resolution index sent = 0). The device sends as an answer the actual VIC ID of native resolution.
3. The “Get” command with is_native = 1 (On) returns the native resolution VIC;
when is_native = 1 (Off), it returns the current resolution
Response is sent to the com port from which the Set (before execution) / Get command was received.
After execution, response is sent to all com ports if CMD-NAME was set any other external control device
(button press, device menu and similar) or genlock status was changed.
Notes
Sets the image properties of the selected scaler
K-Config Example
Set the image size to Pan Scan:
“#IMAGE-PROP 1,3”,0x0D
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set:
SCLR-PCAUTO
End User
Public
Get:
End User
Video
Description
Syntax
Set:
Set PC auto sync of scaler
#SCLR-PCAUTOSPP1,P2CR
Get:
Response
~ nn@SCLR-PCAUTOSPP1,P2…CR LF
Parameters
P1 – 1 (Scaler)
P2 – 1 (Yes)
Response triggers
Response is sent to the com port from which the Set (before execution) / Get command was received.
After execution, response is sent to all com ports if CMD-NAME was set any other external control device
(button press, device menu and similar) or genlock status was changed.
in – audio input to be embedded: 0 (DP), 1 (HDMI), 2 (PC)
out – 0 (Output)
status – embedding status: 0 (Analog), 1 (Embedded), 2 (Automatic)
Response triggers
Response is sent to the com port from which the Set(before execution)/Get command was received.
After execution, response is sent to all com ports if AUD-EMB was set by any other external control
device (button press, device menu and similar)
K-Config Example
Embed HDMI input audio:
“#AUD-EMB 1,0,1”,0x0D
Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set:
SCLR-AS
End User
Public
Get:
SCLR-AS?
End User
Audio
Description
Syntax
Set:
Set the auto sync off timer
#SCLR-ASSPP1,P2CR
Get:
Get the auto sync off timer definition
#SCLR-AS?SPP1CR
Response
Set / Get: ~nn@SCLR-ASSPP1,P2CR LF
Parameters
P1 – Scaler=1
P2 – for setting the auto sync timer: Disable=0, Fast=1, Slow=2
Response triggers
The auto-sync feature determines whether the outputs are turned off when no video is detected on the
selected input
Notes
Sets the Auto Sync features for the selected Scaler.
K-Config Example
Set the auto sync off timer to slow:
“#SCLR-AS 1,2”,0x0D
Audio Commands
AUD-EMB
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Command Name
Permission
Transparency
Set:
SCLR-AUDIO-DELAY
End User
Public
Get:
SCLR-AUDIO-DELAY?
End User
Audio
Description
Syntax
Set:
Set the scaler audio delay
#SCLR-AUDIO-DELAYSPP1,P2CR
Get:
Get the scaler audio delay
#SCLR-AUDIO-DELAY?SPP1CR
Response
Set / Get: ~nn@SCLR-AUDIO-DELAYSPP1,P2CR LF
Parameters
P1 – 1 (Scaler)
P2 – for setting the audio delay: 0 (Off), 1 (40ms), 2 (50ms), …, 17 (200ms) in 10ms steps
Response triggers
Response is sent to the com port from which the Set (before execution) / Get command was received.
After execution, response is sent to all com ports if CMD-NAME was set any other external control device
(button press, device menu and similar) or genlock status was changed.
Notes
Sets the audio delay for the selected audio output
K-Config Example
Set the scaler audio delay to 40ms:
“#SCLR-AUDIO-DELAY 1,1”,0x0D
#
Resolution
#
Resolution
#
Resolution
0
Native
10
1400x1050 60
20
1920x1080P 25
1
640x480 60
11
1680x1050 60
21
1920x1080P 30
2
800x600 60
12
1600x1200 60
22
1920x1080P 50
3
1024x768 60
13
1920x1080 60
23
1920x1080P 60
4
1280x768 60
14
1920x1200 60
24
4K2K 24
5
1360x768 60
15
720x480P 60
25
4K2K 25
6
1280x720 60
16
720x576P 50
26
4K2K 30
7
1280x800 60
17
1280x720P 60
27
4K2K(4:2:0) 50
8
1280x1024 60
18
1280x720P 50
28
4K2K(4:2:0) 60
9
1440x900 60
19
1920x1080P 24
Scaler Audio Delay
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The warranty obligations of Kramer Electronics Inc. (“Kramer Electronics”) for this product are limited to the terms set forth below:
What is Covered
This limited warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship in this product.
What is Not Covered
This limited warranty does not cover any damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from any alteration, modification, improper or unreasonable use
or maintenance, misuse, abuse, accident, neglect, exposure to excess moisture, fire, improper packing and shipping (such claims must be presented to
the carrier), lightning, power surges, or other acts of nature. This limited warranty does not cover any damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from
the installation or removal of this product from any installation, any unauthorized tampering with this product, any repairs attempted by anyone
unauthorized by Kramer Electronics to make such repairs, or any other cause which does not relate directly to a defect in materials and/or workmanship
of this product. This limited warranty does not cover cartons, equipment enclosures, cables or accessories used in conjunction with this product.
Without limiting any other exclusion herein, Kramer Electronics does not warrant that the product covered hereby, including, without limitation, the
technology and/or integrated circuit(s) included in the product, will not become obsolete or that such items are or will remain compatible with any other
product or technology with which the product may be used.
How Long this Coverage Lasts
The standard limited warranty for Kramer products is seven (7) years from the date of original purchase, with the following exceptions:
1. All Kramer VIA hardware products are covered by a standard three (3) year warranty for the VIA hardware and a standard three (3) year
warranty for firmware and software updates.
2. All Kramer fiber optic cables and adapters, active cables, cable retractors, all Kramer speakers and Kramer touch panels are covered by a
standard one (1) year warranty.
3. All Kramer Cobra products, all Kramer Calibre products, all Kramer Minicom digital signage products, all HighSecLabs products, all
streaming, and all wireless products are covered by a standard three (3) year warranty.
4. All Sierra Video MultiViewers are covered by a standard five (5) year warranty.
5. Sierra switchers & control panels are covered by a standard seven (7) year warranty (excluding power supplies and fans that are covered for
three (3) years).
6. K-Touch software is covered by a standard one (1) year warranty for software updates.
7. All Kramer passive cables are covered by a ten (10) year warranty.
Who is Covered
Only the original purchaser of this product is covered under this limited warranty. This limited warranty is not transferable to subsequent purchasers or
owners of this product.
What Kramer Electronics Will Do
Kramer Electronics will, at its sole option, provide one of the following three remedies to whatever extent it shall deem necessary to satisfy a proper claim
under this limited warranty:
1. Elect to repair or facilitate the repair of any defective parts within a reasonable period of time, free of any charge for the necessary parts and
labor to complete the repair and restore this product to its proper operating condition. Kramer Electronics will also pay the shipping costs
necessary to return this product once the repair is complete.
2. Replace this product with a direct replacement or with a similar product deemed by Kramer Electronics to perform substantially the same
function as the original product.
3. Issue a refund of the original purchase price less depreciation to be determined based on the age of the product at the time remedy is sought
under this limited warranty.
What Kramer Electronics Will Not Do Under This Limited Warranty
If this product is returned to Kramer Electronics or the authorized dealer from which it was purchased or any other party authorized to repair Kramer
Electronics products, this product must be insured during shipment, with the insurance and shipping charges prepaid by you. If this product is returned
uninsured, you assume all risks of loss or damage during shipment. Kramer Electronics will not be responsible for any costs related to the removal or reinstallation of this product from or into any installation. Kramer Electronics will not be responsible for any costs related to any setting up this product, any
adjustment of user controls or any programming required for a specific installation of this product.
How to Obtain a Remedy Under This Limited Warranty
To obtain a remedy under this limited warranty, you must contact either the authorized Kramer Electronics reseller from whom you purchased this
product or the Kramer Electronics office nearest you. For a list of authorized Kramer Electronics resellers and/or Kramer Electronics authorized service
providers, visit our web site at www.kramerav.com or contact the Kramer Electronics office nearest you.
In order to pursue any remedy under this limited warranty, you must possess an original, dated receipt as proof of purchase from an authorized Kramer
Electronics reseller. If this product is returned under this limited warranty, a return authorization number, obtained from Kramer Electronics, will be
required (RMA number). You may also be directed to an authorized reseller or a person authorized by Kramer Electronics to repair the product.
If it is decided that this product should be returned directly to Kramer Electronics, this product should be properly packed, preferably in the original carton,
for shipping. Cartons not bearing a return authorization number will be refused.
Limitation of Liability
THE MAXIMUM LIABILITY OF KRAMER ELECTRONICS UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE ACTUAL PURCHASE PRICE PAID
FOR THE PRODUCT. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, KRAMER ELECTRONICS IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR DIRECT, SPECIAL,
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY OR CONDITION, OR UNDER ANY OTHER LEGAL
THEORY. Some countries, districts or states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of relief, special, incidental, consequential or indirect damages, or the
limitation of liability to specified amounts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
Exclusive Remedy
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THIS LIMITED WARRANTY AND THE REMEDIES SET FORTH ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF
ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, REMEDIES AND CONDITIONS, WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT
PERMITTED BY LAW, KRAMER ELECTRONICS SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION,
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IF KRAMER ELECTRONICS CANNOT LAWFULLY DISCLAIM OR
EXCLUDE IMPLIED WARRANTIES UNDER APPLICABLE LAW, THEN ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES COVERING THIS PRODUCT, INCLUDING WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL APPLY TO THIS PRODUCT AS PROVIDED UNDER APPICABLE LAW.
IF ANY PRODUCT TO WHICH THIS LIMITED WARRANTY APPLIES IS A “CONSUMER PRODUCT” UNDER THE MAGNUSON-MOSS WARRANTY ACT (15
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IMPLIED WARRANTIES ON THIS PRODUCT, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR THE PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL
APPLY AS PROVIDED UNDER APPLICABLE LAW.
Other Conditions
This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from country to country or state to state.
This limited warranty is void if (i) the label bearing the serial number of this product has been removed or defaced, (ii) the product is not distributed by
Kramer Electronics or (iii) this product is not purchased from an authorized Kramer Electronics reseller. If you are unsure whether a reseller is an
authorized Kramer Electronics reseller, visit our web site at www.kramerav.com or contact a Kramer Electronics office from the list at the end of this
document.
Your rights under this limited warranty are not diminished if you do not complete and return the product registration form or complete and submit the
online product registration form. Kramer Electronics thanks you for purchasing a Kramer Electronics product. We hope it will give you years of
satisfaction.
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Rev:
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For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors, visit our Web site where updates to this
user manual may be found.
We welcome your questions, comments, and feedback.
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