Kramer VP-503XL, VP-504XL User Manual
Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Models:
VP-503xl,
UXGA Scan Converter
VP-504xl,
UXGA/HD Scan Converter
Contents
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Contents
1
Introduction 1
2
Getting Started 1
2.1
Quick Start 1
3
Overview 3
4
Your VP-503xl/VP-504xl Scan Converter 3
4.1
Your VP-503xl UXGA Scan Converter 4
4.2
Your VP-504xl UXGA/HD Scan Converter 5
5
Connecting the VP-503xl/VP-504xl 7
5.1
Connecting your VP-503xl UXGA Scan Converter 7
5.2
Connecting your VP-504xl UXGA/HD Scan Converter 9
5.3
Controlling via RS-232 (for example, using a PC) 11
6
Operating the VP-503xl/VP-504xl 11
6.1
Using the Quick-Set Buttons 12
6.1.1 Using the AUTO IMAGE Button 12
6.1.2 Using the FREEZE Button 12
6.1.3 Using the OS/US Button 12
6.2
Adjusting the Display via the Menu Buttons 13
6.3
Using the Menu 13
6.3.1 The Advanced Menu 14
6.3.1.1 Test Patterns 14
6.3.1.2 Save and Recall 14
6.4
Setting the Dipswitches for VP-503xl and VP-504xl 15
6.4.1 VP-503xl Dipswitch Settings 15
6.4.2 VP-504xl Dipswitch Settings 15
7
Technical Specifications 16
8
VP-503xl / VP-504xl Communication Protocol 17
Figures
Figure 1: VP-503xl UXGA Scan Converter 4
Figure 2: VP-503xl UXGA Scan Converter (Top and Lower Side Panel) 4
Figure 3: VP-504xl UXGA/HD Scan Converter 5
Figure 4: VP-504xl UXGA/HD Scan Converter (Top and Lower Side Panel) 6
Figure 5: Connecting the VP-503xl 8
Figure 6: Connecting the VP-504xl 10
Figure 7: Connecting a PC without using a Null-modem Adapter 11
Figure 8: Over-scanned and Under-scanned images 12
Figure 9: Test Pattern Number 1 14
Figure 10: VP-503xl Dipswitches 15
Figure 11: VP-504xl Dipswitches 15
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Tables
Table 1: VP-503xl UXGA Scan Converter Features 5
Table 2: VP-504xl UXGA/HD Scan Converter Features 6
Table 3: VP-503xl/VP-504xl Menu Items 13
Table 4: VP-503xl Dipswitch Settings 15
Table 5: VP-504xl Dipswitch Settings 15
Table 6: Technical Specifications of the VP-503xl/VP-504xl 16
Table 7: Set Commands 17
Introduction
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1 Introduction
Welcome to Kramer Electronics (since 1981): a world of unique, creative and
affordable solutions to the infinite range of problems that confront the video,
audio and presentation professional on a daily basis. In recent years, we have
redesigned and upgraded most of our line, making the best even better! Our
500-plus different models now appear in 8 Groups1, which are clearly defined
by function.
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VP-503xl UXGA Scan Converter
or VP-504xl UXGA/HD Scan Converter. This product is ideal for:
Multimedia, board rooms, and video conferencing
Any application where high quality conversion of graphical data signals to
video signals is required
Set-top box and HD conversion to SD video (VP-504xl)
The package includes the following items:
VP-503xl UXGA Scan Converter or VP-504xl UXGA/HD Scan Converter
Power adapter (12V DC Input)
Windows®-based Kramer control software2
This user manual3
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 cables4
2.1 Quick Start
This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps.
1 GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Video and Audio Switchers, Matrix Switchers and Controllers; GROUP 3:
Video, Audio, VGA/XGA Processors; GROUP 4: Interfaces and Sync Processors; GROUP 5: Twisted Pair Interfaces;
GROUP 6: Accessories and Rack Adapters; GROUP 7: Scan Converters and Scalers; and GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors
2 Downloadable from our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
3 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
4 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
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Getting Started
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Overview
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3 Overview
The Kramer VP-503xl is a high quality scan converter for down-scaling
computer graphics (VGA up to UXGA) to PAL or NTSC video.
The Kramer VP-504xl is a high quality scan converter for down-scaling
computer graphics and HD to PAL or NTSC video. It supports VGA up to
UXGA, as well as the HD resolutions: 480p, 576p, 720p and 1080i. The input
color space (RGB or YUV) is selected via a dipswitch1.
The high quality VP-503xl/VP-504xl:
Has user-friendly front panel buttons for easy control of ProcAmp
functions, flicker-reduction, image optimization, one-touch freezing,
over-scanning and under-scanning
Can save and recall up to four setups, which include picture setup2, input
setup and output setup, zoom and advanced features
Outputs high quality composite video and s-Video (Y/C) simultaneously
Enables you to select the video standard (PAL or NTSC)
Can be controlled via the front panel buttons and via RS-232
Is fed from an external 12V DC source, making it suitable for field
operation
To achieve the best performance:
Connect only good quality connection cables, thus avoiding interference,
deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noiselevels (often associated with low quality cables)
Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances and position
your Kramer VP-503xl/VP-504xl away from moisture, excessive sunlight
and dust
4 Your VP-503xl/VP-504xl Scan Converter
This section describes the:
VP-503xl UXGA Scan Converter (see section 4.1)
VP-504xl UXGA/HD Scan Converter (see section 4.2)
1 See section 6.4
2 Brightness, contrast, saturation and flicker filter
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Your VP-503xl/VP-504xl Scan Converter
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4.1 Your VP-503xl UXGA Scan Converter
Figure 1, Figure 2 and Table 1 describe the VP-503xl:
Top Side Panel
Lower Side Panel
Figure 1: VP-503xl UXGA Scan Converter
Top Side Panel
Lower Side Panel
Figure 2: VP-503xl UXGA Scan Converter (Top and Lower Side Panel)
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