Kramer VP-480 User Manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.

USER MANUAL

MODEL:

VP-480

CV

to 3G HD-SDI Scaler

P/N: 2900-000762 Rev 3

VP-480 – Contents i

Contents

1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 2

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2

2.2 Recycling Kramer Products 3

3 Overview 4
4 Defining the VP-480 CV to 3G HD-SDI Scaler 5
5 Connecting the VP-480 6
6 Operating the VP-480 CV to 3G HD-SDI Scaler 8

6.1 Using the Front Panel Buttons 8

6.2 Using the OSD 8

7 Technical Specifications 12

Figures

Figure 1: UVP-480U CV to 3G HD-SDI Scaler 5
Figure 2: Connecting the UVP-480U CV to 3G HD-SDI Scaler 6

VP-480 - Introduction 1

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 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 Products.

Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VP-480 CV to 3G HD-SDI Scaler,
which is ideal for the following typical appl ications:

• Projection systems in conference rooms, boardrooms, hotels and churches

• Home theater up-scaling

2 VP-480 - Getting Started

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

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)

• Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely

influence signal quality

• Position your Kramer VP-480 away from moisture, excessive sunlight and

dust

This equipment is to be used only inside a building. It may only be
connected to other equipment that is installed inside a building.

Caution: No operator serviceable parts inside the unit
Warning:

Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall
adapter that is provided with the unit

Warning:

Disconnect the power and unplug the device from the
wall before installing

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VP-480 - Getting Started 3

2.2 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 c ountry
go to our recycling pages at

http://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/recycling/.