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KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.
USER MANUAL
MODEL:
VP-436N
Presentation Switcher/Scaler
P/N: 2900-300149 Rev 2
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Contents
1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 2
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2
3 Overview 3
3.1 About HDMI—General Description 4
3.2 About HDCP—General Description 5
3.3 Defining the VP-436N Presentation Switcher/Scaler 5
4 Installing in a Rack 8
5 Connecting the VP-436N 9
6 Controlling the VP-436N 11
6.1 Controlling via the Front Panel Buttons 11
6.2 Using the OSD Menu 11
6.3 Connecting to the VP-436N via RS-232 14
6.4 Controlling via the Infrared Remote Control Transmitter 15
7 Technical Specifications 16
7.1 Input Resolutions 17
7.2 Default Communication Parameters 17
8 RS-232 Communication Protocol 18
8.1 RS-232 Protocol Table 19
Figures
UFigure 1: VP-436N Presentation Switcher/Scaler Front PanelU 6
UFigure 2: VP-436N Presentation Switcher/Scaler Rear PanelU 7
UFigure 3: Connecting the VP-436N Presentation Switcher / ScalerU 10
UFigure 4: Infrared Remote Control TransmitterU 15
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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 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 11 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 and GROUP 11:
Sierra Video Products.
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VP-436N Presentation Switcher/Scaler.
This product, which incorporates HDMI™ technology, is ideal for:
• Projection systems in conference rooms, boardrooms, hotels and churches
• Home theater up-scaling
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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
• Use only the power cord that is supplied with this machine
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)
• 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-436N away from moisture, excessive sunlight and
dust
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