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KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.
USER MANUAL
MODEL:
VP-443
Presentation Switcher/Scaler
P/N: 2900-300084 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-443 Presentation Switcher/Scaler 5
4 Installing in a Rack 8
5 Connecting the VP-443 9
6 Controlling the VP-443 11
6.1 Controlling via the Front Panel Buttons 11
6.2 Using the OSD Menu 12
6.3 Connecting to the VP-443 via RS-232 15
6.4 Connecting the VP-443 via the ETHERNET Port 16
6.5 Controlling via the Infrared Remote Control Transmitter 17
7 Technical Specifications 18
7.1 Input Resolutions 19
8 RS-232 Communication Protocol 20
8.1 RS-232 Protocol Table 21
Figures
Figure 1: VP-443 Presentation Switcher/Scaler Front Panel 6
Figure 2: VP-443 Presentation Switcher/Scaler Rear Panel 7
Figure 3: Connecting the VP-443 Presentation Switcher / Scaler 10
Figure 4: Infrared Remote Control Transmitter 17
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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 groups that are clearly defined by
function: 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 and
GROUP 11: Sierra Products.
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VP-443 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-443 away from moisture, excessive sunlight and
dust
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