Kramer VP-553XL/110V Users Manual

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KRAMER ELECT RONICS LTD.

USER MANUAL

MODEL:

Presentation Switcher/Scaler

P/N: 2900-300421 Rev 2

-553xl

Contents

1 Introduction 1 2 Getting Started 2

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2

2.2 Safety Instruc ti o ns 3

2.3 Recycling Kramer Products 3

3 Overview 4

3.1 Using the USB Switcher 6

3.2 Using Twisted Pair Cable for HDBT 6

3.3 Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) / Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) 7

3.4 Defining the VP-553xl Presentation Switcher/Scaler 7

4 Installing in a Rack 11 5 Connecting the VP-553xl 12

5.1 Connecting the Balanced Stereo Audio Input and Outputs 15

6 Controlling the VP-553xl 16

6.1 Controlling via the Front Panel Buttons 16

6.2 Using the OSD Menu 17

6.3 Connecting to the VP-553xl via RS-232 24

6.4 Operating via Ethernet 25

6.5 Controlling via the Infrared Remote Control Transmitter 29

7 Using the Embedded Web Pages 30

7.1 Browsing the VP-553xl Web Pages 31

7.2 The Switching Page 32

7.3 The Scaler Page 35

7.4 The Device Settings Page 37

7.5 The USB Routing Page 39

7.6 The Audio Settings Page 40

7.7 The EDID Page 43

7.8 The Data Routing Page 45

7.9 The Authentication Page 46

7.10 The About Page 46

8 Technical Specifications 47

8.1 Default Communication Parameters 48

8.2 Input Resolutions 49

9 The VP-553xl RS-232 Communication Protocol 50

9.1 Kramer Protocol 3000 Syntax 50

9.2 Kramer Protocol 3000 – Command List 53

9.3 Kramer Protocol 3000 – Detailed Commands 55

Figures

Figure 1: VP-553xl Presentation Switcher/Scaler Front Panel 8 Figure 2: VP-553xl Presentation Switcher/Scaler Rear Panel 9 Figure 3: Connecting the VP-553xl Presentation Switcher / Scaler 14 Figure 4: Balanced Stereo Audio Connection 15 Figure 5: Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output Connection 15 Figure 6: Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input Connection 15 Figure 7: HDBT IR transmission Example 18

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Figure 8: VP-553xl Audio Volume Level (dB) vs. OSD Volume Values 23 Figure 9: Local Area Connection Properties Window 26 Figure 10: Internet Protocol Version 4 Properties Window 27 Figure 11: Internet Protocol Version 6 Properties Window 27 Figure 12: Internet Protocol Properties Window 28 Figure 13: Infrared Remote Control Transmitter 29 Figure 14: The Loading Page 31 Figure 15: Enter Username and Password 31 Figure 16: The Switching Page 32 Figure 17: Input and Output Icons 33 Figure 18: Edit Input Buttons 33 Figure 19: Edit Output Buttons 34 Figure 20: The Scaler Page – Output 1 35 Figure 21: The Scaler Page – Output 1 for an Analog Input 36 Figure 22: The Scaler Page – Output 2 36 Figure 23: The Device Settings Page 37 Figure 24: The Device Settings Page – Static IP Confirmation. 37 Figure 25: The Device Settings Page – Upl oadi ng t he New Firmware File 38 Figure 26: The Device Settings Page –New Firmware Updated 38 Figure 27: The USB Routing Page 39 Figure 28: The USB Tied to a Selected Input 40 Figure 29: The Audio Settings Page – Inputs 41 Figure 30: The Audio Settings Page – Output 1 41 Figure 31: The Audio Settings Page – Output 2 42 Figure 32: The Audio Settings Page – Monitor 42 Figure 33: The EDID Page 43 Figure 34: The EDID Page – Copying the Native Timing 43 Figure 35: The EDID Page – Copying the Default 44 Figure 36: The EDID Page –The Copy EDID Results 44 Figure 37: The Data Routing Page 45 Figure 38: The Authentication Page 46 Figure 39: The About Page 46

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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 14 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; GROUP 11: Sierra Video Products; GROUP 12: Digital Signage; GROUP 13: Audio; and GROUP 14: Collaboration.

Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VP-553xl Presentation Switcher/Scaler. This product, which incorporates HDMI™ technology, is ideal for:

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

• Video conferencing setups

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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

Go to www.kramerav.com/downloads/VP-553xl 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 (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 neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely

influence signal quality

• Position your Kramer VP-553xl 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.

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Caution:

There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit

Warning:

Use only the power cord that is supplied with the unit

electrical shock! Servicing by qualified personnel only

before installing

2.2 Safety Instructions

Warning:

Do not open the unit. High voltages can cause

Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall

2.3 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/

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3 Overview

The VP-553xl is a high-performance 6x2 presentation switcher/scaler for HDMI, HDBaseT and analog signals, and a 4x1 USB switcher. The unit has dual, independent, scaled outputs, the first on both HDMI and HDBaseT connectors, and the second on an HDMI connector. Both can take from the six digital inputs: three HDBaseT and three HDMI signals; while the first also includes analog inputs – for two computer graphics signals, two composite video and two analog TP inputs. Analog, digital and embedded audio are supported, and the unit also includes a microphone input and rich DSP features.

The VP-553xl features:

• Pix-Perfect™ scaling technology - Kramer’s precision pixel mapping and

high quality scaling technology. High-quality 3:2 and 2:2 pull down de-interlacing and full up- and down-scaling of video input signals

• System Range for the HDBT inputs and outputs - Up to 70m (230ft)

For optimum range and performance using HDBaseT™, use Kramer's BC-UNIKat cable. Note that the transmission range depends on the signal resolution, source and display used. The distance using non−Kramer CAT 6 cable may not reach these ranges.

• System Range for the TP inputs and outputs - over 250m (more than 820ft)

For optimum range and performance using TP, us e Kramer's BC-STP cable where skewing is not an issue or the Kramer BC-XTP Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) skew-free cable. Note that the transmission range depends on the signal resolution, source and display used. The distance using non−Kramer CAT 6 cable may not reach these ranges.

• HDTV compatibility

• HDCP compliance - the HDCP (High Definition Content Protection) license

agreement allows copy-protected data on the HDMI input to pass only to the HDMI outputs

• Video inputs - three HDMI connectors, two VGA on 15-pin HD connectors

each with unbalanced stereo audio on 3.5mm connectors, two composite video on RCA connectors with unbalanced stereo audi o on RCA connectors, three HDBaseT on RJ-45 connectors and two analog TP on RJ-45 connectors

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• Two scaled HDMI outputs (OUT 1 also outputs HDBaseT)

• Output resolutions - HDTV and computer graphics and 1080p/UXGA with

selectable refresh rates

• A 4x1 USB switcher that can be set to follow the switching of the video layer

or can be used as an independent switcher

• OSD (On Screen Display) - for easy setup and adjustment, accessible via

the IR remote control and via the front panel buttons

• Powerful audio features via DSP technology

• Input and output audio level adjustment

• Selectable microphone talkover or mix modes

• Automatic audio detection and selecti on of the HDMI input source (the

default selection is HDMI). If not present, the unit uses the audio from the analog input. Manual audio selection is also available

• Audio inputs - three analog HDMI audio and two analog PC audio on 3.5mm

mini jacks; two stereo CV audio on RCA connectors each with individual level controls

• A microphone input - dynamic or condenser (with 48V phantom voltage)

• Audio outputs - two bal anced stereo audio on terminal blocks (mirrored with

independent volume settings)

• Multiple aspect ratio selections - full, over scan, under scan, l ett er box, pan

scan and best fit

• Built-in ProcAmp - color, hue, sharpness, noise, contrast and brightness

• Front panel control - audio mute, video blanking and freeze frame

• Built-in Web pages for easy setup and remote control

• Firmware upgrade via the Ethernet

• Non-Volatile memory that saves the final settings

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Control your VP-553xl:

• Directly, via the front panel push buttons

• By RS-232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system, PC, or

other serial controller

• Remotely, from the infrared remote control transmitter with OSD (on−screen

display)

• Via the Ethernet with built-in Web pages

The VP-553xl included, and is fed from a 100-240 VAC universal switching power supply.

is housed in a 19” 2U rack mountable enclosure, with rack “ears”

3.1 Using the USB Switcher

The VP-553xl incorporates a simple, yet effective, 4:1 US B 1.1 switcher. The switcher can be used, for example, to connect one out of several PCs to a smart board or other USB client.

The USB switcher can be routed as a separate layer, or can be tied to the video switching layer of the unit. This creates a powerful “USB follows video” system – the PC routed to the display also connects to the smart board. In many meeting room setups these USB switching schemes are highly effective.

3.2 Using Twisted Pair Cable for HDBT

Kramer engineers have developed special twisted pair cables to best match our digital twisted pair products; outperforms regular CAT 5 / CAT 6 cables.

We strongly recommend that you use shielded twisted pair cable.

BC−UNIKat (CAT 6 23 AWG cable) significantly

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3.3 Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) / Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP)

We recommend that you use Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) cable, and stress that the compliance to electromagnetic interference was tested using STP cable. There are different levels of STP cable available, and we advise you to use the best quality STP cable that you can afford. intended for analog signals where skewing is not an issue.

In cases where there is skewing in analog TP systems, our Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) skew-free cable, Kramer BC-XTP, m ay be advantageous, and UTP cable might also be preferable for long range applications. In any event when using UTP cable, it is advisable to ensure that the cable is installed far away from electric cables, motors and so on, which are prone to create electrical interference.

Our non-skew-free cable, Kramer BC-STP is

3.4 Defining the VP-553xl Presentation Switcher/Scaler

This section defines the VP-553xl.

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Feature

Function

IR Receiver

Receives signals from the remote control transmitter

Input

Selector

Buttons

TO USB OUT

Press a button to switch a USB input to the output (from USB 1 to USB 4)

TO OUT 2

Press a button to switch an input to the OUT 2 output (HDMI inputs from 1 to 3 and HDBT inputs from 1 to 3)

Press a button to switch an input to the OUT 1 output (HDMI inputs from 1 to 3, HDBT inputs from 1 to 3, PC inputs from 1 to 2, TP

BLANK Buttons

Press to toggle between a blank screen and the display on OUT 1 and OUT 2 separately; can be programmed to follow MUTE (see

Section 6.2.5)

FREEZE Buttons

Press to freeze/unfreeze the output video image on OUT 1 and OUT 2 separately; can be programmed to follow MUTE (see Section 6.2.5)

MENU Button

Displays the OSD menu (see Section 6.2)

Navigation

Button

Press to decrease numerical values or select from several definitions

 Button

Press to move up the menu list values (see Section 6.2)

 Button

Press to move down the menu list (see Section 6.2)

Button

Press to increase numerical values or select from several definitions

ENTER Button

Press to accept changes and change the SETUP parameters (see Section 6.2)

Press and hold for about 2 seconds to reset to XGA; or press and hold for about 5 seconds to reset to 720p

OSD OUT LEDs

Red LEDS indicate whether the OSD is displayed on OUT 1 and/or OUT 2

OSD SELECT Button

Click to select the output on which the OSD will be displayed (on both outputs, on output 1, output 2 or none)

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Figure 1: VP-553xl Presentation Switcher/Scaler Front Panel

4 TO OUT 1

inputs from 1 to 2 and CV inputs from 1 to 2)

6 MUTE Buttons Press to toggle between muting (blocking out the sound) and enabling the embedded audio output for OUT 1 and OUT 2 separately

Buttons

RESET TO XGA/720p

Button



Note that the mute button will not affect the LINE and MONITOR outputs

Press to reset the video resolution of both scalers to XGA or 720p

Feature

Function

TP IN

RJ-45

Connect to a TP transmitter, for example the TP-121xl (from 1 to 2)

LEVEL Trimmer

Use to adjust the input signal level

EQ. Trimmer

Use to adjust the cable compensation equalization level

Connect to an HDBT Transmitter (for example, the Kramer TP-580Txr) to pass audio and video signals as 16

HDMI IN

Connect to the HDMI source (from 1 to 3)

PC IN 15-pin HD

Connect to the computer graphics source (from 1 to 2)

CV RCA

Connect to the composite video source (from 1 to 2)

USB (B type) IN Connectors

Connect to a USB host (from 1 to 4)

USB (A type) OUT Connector

Connect to a USB client

AUDIO INPUT

HDMI 3.5mm Mini Jack

Connect to the analog audio HDMI source (from 1 to 3) 22

AUX IN

Terminal Block Connector

Connect to an auxiliary stereo balanced audio source or microphone

LINE/MIC Selector

Select either a line or a microphone input

COND/DYN Selector

Select between a condenser and a dynamic type microphone

PC 3.5mm Mini Jack

Connect to the analog audio computer graphics source (from 1 to 2)

Connect to the L and R analog audio composite video source (from 1 to 2)

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Figure 2: VP-553xl Presentation Switcher/Scaler Rear Panel

VIDEO INPUT Connectors

15 HDBT IN

Connectors

MONO/STEREO Select between a stereo or mono input

well as serial commands (from 1 to 3)

Feature

Function

with a public announcement audio system, usually used in cases of alarms or other audio messages

POWER Switch

Switch for turning the unit ON or OFF

VIDEO

OUT 1

HDMI

Connect to an HDMI acceptor

HDBT RJ-45

Connect to an HDBT Receiver (for example, the Kramer TP-580Rxr)

OUT 2

Connect to an HDMI acceptor

ETHERNET Connector

Connects to the PC or other Serial Controller through computer networking

or one of the HDBT IN ports

RS-232 CONTROL 9-pin D-sub Port

Connect to the PC or the remote controller

Mains Power Fuse

Fuse for protecting the device

Mains Power Connector

Connect to the mains power

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AUDIO

OUTPUT Terminal Block

26 LINE OUT Connect to a stereo analog audio acceptor (for example, active speakers or an audio power amplifier)

Connectors

27 REM Terminal Block Connector

OUTPUT Connectors

MONITOR OUT Connect to a stereo analog audio acceptor (for example, active speakers or an audio power amplifier)

Remote switch to mute the analog and embedded audio signal. Allows easy integration of the audio system

32 RS-232 DATA 9-pin D-sub Port

Connect to the PC or the remote controller and pass data between this RS-232 port and the HDBT OUT port

4 Installing in a Ra ck

This section provides instructions for rack mounting the unit.

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5 Connecting the VP-553xl

Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your VP-553xl. After connecting your VP-553xl, connect its power and then switch on the power to each device.

You do not have to connect all the inputs and outputs, connect only those that are required.

To connect the VP-553xl, as illustrated in the example in Figure 3

1. Connect an HDMI source (for example, a Blu-ray player) to the HDMI VIDEO INPUT connector (from 1 to 3).

Alternatively, you can connect the DVI connector on the DVD player to the HDMI connector on the VP-553xl via a DVI-HDMI adapter. When using this adapter, you can connect the audio signal via the terminal block connector

2. Connect a computer graphics source to the PC 1 15-pin HD VIDEO INPUT connector (from 1 to 2).

3. Connect a composite video source (for example, a composite video player) to the CV VIDEO INPUT RCA connector (from 1 to 2).

4. Connect a TP transmitter (for example, TP-121xl) to the RJ-45 TP IN connectors (from 1 to 2).

5. Connect an HDBT transmitter (for example, TP-580T) to the RJ-45 TP IN connectors (from 1 to 3).

6. Connect the USB IN ports (from 1 to 4) (for example, a PC) and USB OUT port (for example, a smart whiteboard).

7. Connect the audio inputs (not shown in Figure 3) to the:

 HDMI audio input 3.5mm mini jacks (from 1 to 3)

, do the following:

 PC audio input 3.5mm mini jacks (from 1 to 2)  CV audio inputs to the L and R RCA connectors (from 1 to 2)

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8. Connect an external audio source to the AUX IN 5-pin terminal block connector (not shown in Figure 3

9. Connect the video outputs. The:

 OUT 1 HDMI and/or HDBT output to an HDMI acceptor (for example

an LCD display) and/or an HDBT receiver (for example, the output of TP-580R connected to HDBT)

 HDMI OUT 2 (for example, a projector)

10. Connect the LINE OUT and/or MONITOR OUT AUDIO OUTP UT terminal blocks to:

 An audio power amplifier  Active speakers

11. Connect the:

 RS-232 DATA 9-pin D-sub Port to a PC for sending RS-232

commands via HDBT

 RS-232 CONTROL 9-pin D-sub Port to a PC to control the unit

12. Connect the REM 2-pin terminal block contact-closure remote-control pins t o a switch to mute/unmute the audio output by momentarily pressing the switch.

13. Connect the ETHERNET port, see Section 6.4

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Figure 3: Connecting the VP-553xl Presentation Switcher / Scaler

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5.1 Connecting the Balanced Stereo Audio Input and Outputs

Figure 4: Balanced Stereo Audio Connection

Figure 6: Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input Connection

Figure 5: Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output Connection

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6 Controlling the VP-553xl

The VP-553xl can be controlled via:

• The front panel buttons (see Section 6.1

• The OSD menu (see Section 6.2)

• RS-232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system, PC, or

other serial controller (see Section 6.3

• The ETHERNET (see Section 6.4)

• The infrared remote control transmitter (see Section 6.5)

)

6.1 Controlling via the Front Panel Buttons

The VP-553xl includes the following front panel buttons:

• Input selector buttons for selecting the required input: CV (1 and 2),

TP (1 and 2), PC (1 and 2), HDBT (1 to 3), or HDMI (1 to 3) to OUT 1

• Input selector buttons for selecting the required input: HDBT (1 to 3), or

HDMI (1 to 3) to OUT 2

• Input selector buttons for selecting the required USB port (1 to 4)

• BLANK, MUTE and FREEZE buttons (for OUT 1 and OUT 2)

• MENU, ENTER, and up, down, left and right arrow buttons

• RESET TO XGA/720p and OSD SELECT buttons

6.1.1 The Auto Adjust Feature

The auto adjust feature (applies only to the PC input) automatically centers the image on the screen when pressing the ENTER front panel button on the remote control transmitter (when not within the OSD menu).

You can also implement this feature every time the input is switched to VGA or when the input resolution changes, via the AUTO SETUP menu (see

Section 6.2.2

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Mode

Function

OUTPUT 1

Set the output 1 parameters, see Section 6.2.2

OUTPUT 2

Set the output 2 parameters, see Section 6.2.3

USB

Set the USB ports behavior, see Section 6.2.6

OSD

Set the OSD parameters: H POSITION, V POSITION, TIMER, BACKGROUND

FACTORY

Select YES to reset to the default parameters.

XGA and reset to 720p

6.2 Using the OSD Menu

The control buttons let you control the VP-553xl via the OSD menu. Press the:

• MENU button to enter the menu

The default timeout is set to 10 seconds

• ENTER button to accept changes and to change the menu settings

• Arrow buttons to move through the OSD menu, which is displayed on the

video output

On the OSD menu, select EXIT to exit the menu.

6.2.1 The MAIN Menu

AUDIO OUT Set the audio output parameters, see Section 6.2.4 AUDIO SET Set the audio input parameters, see Section 0

and DISPLAY, see Section 6.2.7

If you cannot see the display after factory reset, use the front panel RESET TO

XGA/720p button to set the correct resolution: press to toggle between reset to

ETHER(NET)

MISC.

IP MODE: Set to DHCP or STATIC. When selecting STATIC IP, the IP number appears next to IP ADDRESS SET STATIC IP: set the IP ADDRESS, DEF. GATEWAY (default gateway), and SUBNET MASK. CONTROL PORT: set the CONTROL PORT number

You can use a remote control transmitter (that is used for controlling a peripheral device, for example, a DVD player) to send commands (to the A/V equipment) from/to any of the transmitters /receiver connected to the HDBT connectors.

Select the IR transmission route for each of the units that are connected to the HDBT connectors (IN+OUT): HDBT1 (IR OUT): set to HDBT2, HDBT3 or HDBT OUT (to set the IR route from/to HDBT2, HDBT3 or HDBT OUT to HDBT1) HDBT2 (IR OUT): set to HDBT1, HDBT3 or HDBT OUT (to set the IR route from/to HDBT1, HDBT3 or HDBT OUT to HDBT2) HDBT3 (IR OUT): set to HDBT1, HDBT2 or HDBT OUT (to set the IR route from/to HDBT1, HDBT2 or HDBT OUT to HDBT3) HDBT OUT (IR OUT): set to HDBT1, HDBT2 or HDBT3 (to set the IR route from/to HDBT1, HDBT2 or HDBT3 to HDBT OUT)

For example, set HDBT1 (IR OUT) to HDBT2 to control (via IR) the peripheral device that is connected to the device connected to HDBT 1 via the device connected to HDBT2, see Figure 7

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Mode

Function

HDCP INPUT: select the HDCP option for each HDMI and HDBT input to

working with a Mac computer )

VERSION

either ON (the default) or OFF. Setting HDCP support to disabled (OFF) on the HDMI input allows the source to transmit a non-HDCP signal if required (for example, when

INFO. Displays the:

OUTPUT 1 information – resolution, HDCP status and input source OUTPUT 2 information – resolution and input source DIP SWITCH: set MICHROPHONE, PHANTOM POWER, STEREO and MUTE

CONTROL ON or OFF

: shows the firmware version

Figure 7 shows the IR signal route when setting HDBT 1 (IR OUT) to HDBT 2.

In this example, an External IR Sensor is connected to the IR connector of the

TP-580T (connected to HDBT 2) and an IR Emitter is connected between the TP-580T (connected to HDBT 1) and a DVD player. The DVD remote control sends

a command while pointing towards the External IR Sensor. The IR signal passes through the TP cables, the VP-553xl and the IR Emitter to the DVD player, which responds to the command sent.

Figure 7: HDBT IR transmission Example

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Mode

Function

SOURCE

Select the source:

Source input

Appears as:

Source input

Appears as:

HDMI 1

HDMI1

VGA 1

PC1

HDBT 2

HDBT2

CV 1

CV1 HDBT 3

HDBT3

CV 2

CV2

SIZE

Select the size of the display: FULL, OVER SCAN, UNDER1, UNDER2, LETTER

UNDER1

UNDER2

RESOLUTION

Select the output resolution from the menu (default NATIVE):

Output resolution:

Appears as:

Output resolution:

Appears as:

800x600

800x600 60

1920x1200

1920x1200 60

1024x768

1024x768 60

480p @60Hz

720x480P 60

1280x768

1280x768 60

720p @60Hz

1280x720P 60

1280x800

1280x800 60

576p @50Hz

720x576P 60

1280x1024

1280x1024 60

720p @50Hz

1280x720P 50

1440x900

1440x900 60

1080i @50Hz

1920x1080I 50

NATIVE - Select NATIVE to select the output resolution from the EDID of the

HDCP

INPUT HDCP: select the HDCP option for the HDMI input: either ON (the

When FOLLOW OUTPUT is selected, the scaler matches its HDCP output to the HDCP setting of the HDMI acceptor to which it is connected

AUTOSYNC

Turn the auto sync ON/OFF. When ON, this de-activates the output after a few

6.2.2 The OUTPUT 1 Menu

PICTURE

HDMI 2 HDMI2 VGA 2 PC2 HDMI 3 HDMI3 Twisted pair 1 TP1 HDBT 1 HDBT1 Twisted pair 2 TP2

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)

COLOR: set the red (R), green (G) and blue (B) shades and offsets HUE: Set the color hue SATURATION: Set the color saturation SHARPNESS: Set the sharpness of the picture

: Select the noise reduction: OFF, LOW, MIDDLE and HIGH

BOX, PAN SCAN, BEST FIT (default, FULL)

refers to an underscan of 6%;

NATIVE 1600x1200 1600x1200 60 640x480 640x480 60 1920x1080 1920x1080 60

1360x768 1360x768 60 1080i @60Hz 1920x1080I 60 1280x720 1280x720 60 1080p @60Hz 1920x1080P 60

1400x1050 1400x1050 60 1080p @50Hz 1920x1080P 50 1680x1050 1680x1050 60

refers to an underscan of 9%

connected HDMI monitor

default) or OFF. Setting HDCP support to disabled (OFF) on the HDMI input allows the source to transmit a non-HDCP signal if required (for example, when working with a Mac computer) OUTPUT HDCP: Select FOLLOW INPUT or FOLLOW OUTPUT to define whether the HDCP will follow the input or the output When FOLLOW INPUT is selected, it changes its HDCP output setting (for the HDMI output) according to the HDCP of the input. This option is recommended when the HDMI output is connected to a splitter/switcher

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Mode

Function

OFF

minutes if no input is present.

projector will automatically shut down when it has no input

AUDIO

ABOVE 12000Hz

ENTER button when not within the OSD menu

H-POSITION

Set the horizontal position of the picture

V-POSITION

Set the vertical position of the picture

PHASE

Set the clock phase

WXGA/XGA

Set to WXGA or XGA

RESET

Reset settings to their default values

Parameter

Function

SOURCE

Select the audio source: FOLLOW VIDEO, HDMI1, HDMI2, HDMI3, HDBT1, HDBT2, HDBT3, PC1, PC2, TP1, TP2, CV1, CV2, or MIC

EMBEDDED AUDIO

HDMI AUDIO IN

Select the HDMI 1, HDMI 2 and HDMI 3 audio

HDMI inputs is selected

OUTPUT VOLUME

Set the output volume

MUTE

Set MUTE to ON or OFF

DELAY

Select the audio delay time: OFF, 10ms to 80ms in 10ms steps or or set to OFF

Adjust the mix level (enabled when MIC ROP HON E MI X is set to ON)

This is useful, for example, when the output is connected to a projector, and the

Adjust audio parameters (see Section 6.2.2.1)

AUDIO EQ

Set the audio EQ values in 0.5dB steps for: BELOW 120Hz, CENTER 200Hz, CENTER 500Hz, CENTER 1200Hz, CENTER 3000Hz, CENTER 7500Hz and

PC AUTO SETUP When set to ON, auto adjusts the image (centers it

CLOCK Set the clock frequency

6.2.2.1 The AUDIO Parameters

(1, 2 and 3)

AUTO

MICROPHONE MIX

Set mix ON to mix the microphone input with the selected audio input

correctly on the screen) every time the input is switched to VGA or when the input resolution changes

Alternatively, you can auto adjust the image by pressing the

sources behavior: AUTOMATIC: the embedded audio on the HDMI input is selected for an HDMI signal, or the analog audio input is selected if the input is not HDMI (for example, for a DVI input signal) EMBEDDED: the embedded audio in the HDMI signal is selected ANALOG: the analog audio input is selected

HDMI AUDIO IN is enabled only when one of the

MIX LEVEL

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Mode

Function

Select the source:

Source input

Appears as:

Source input

Appears as:

HDMI 3

HDMI3

HDBT 3

HDBT3

PICTURE

CONTRAST: Set the contrast (the range and default values vary according to the

NR: Select the noise reduction: OFF, LOW, MIDDLE and HIGH

SIZE

Select the size of the display: FULL, OVERS CAN, UNDER1, UNDER2, LETTER

UNDER1 refers to an underscan of 6%; UNDER2 refers to an underscan of 9%

RESOLUTION

Select the output resolution from the menu (default NATIVE):

640x480

640x480 60

1920x1080

1920x1080 60

800x600

800x600 60

1920x1200

1920x1200 60

1360x768

1360x768 60

1080i @60Hz

1920x1080I 60

1280x720

1280x720 60

1080p @60Hz

1920x1080P 60

1280x800

1280x800 60

576p @50Hz

720x576P 60

1440x900

1440x900 60

1080i @50Hz

1920x1080I 50

1400x1050

1400x1050 60

1080p @50Hz

1920x1080P 50

1680x1050

1680x1050 60

NATIVE - Select NATIVE to select the output resolution from the EDID of the connected HDMI monitor

HDCP

INPUT HDCP: select the HDCP option for the HDMI input: either ON (the

When FOLLOW OUTPUT is selected, the scaler matches its HDCP output to the HDCP setting of the HDMI acceptor to which it is connected

projector will automatically shut down when it has no input

AUDIO

Adjust audio parameters (see Section 6.2.3.1)

6.2.3 The OUTPUT 2 Menu

SOURCE

HDMI 1 HDMI1 HDBT 1 HDBT1 HDMI 2 HDMI2 HDBT 2 HDBT2

input signal) BRIGHTNESS: Set the brightness (the range and default values vary according to the input signal)

COLOR: set the red (R), green (G) and blue (B) shades and offsets HUE: Set the color hue SATURATION: Set the color saturation SHARPNESS: Set the sharpness of the picture

BOX, PANS CAN, BEST FIT (default, FULL)

Output resolution: Appears as: Output resolution: Appears as: NATIVE 1600x1200 1600x1200 60

1024x768 1024x768 60 480p @60Hz 720x480P 60 1280x768 1280x768 60 720p @60Hz 1280x720P 60

1280x1024 1280x1024 60 720p @50Hz 1280x720P 50

default) or OFF. Setting HDCP support to disabled (OFF) on the HDMI input allows the

source to transmit a non-HDCP signal if required (for example, when working with a Mac computer ) OUTPUT HDCP: Select FOLLOW INPUT or FOLLOW OUTPUT to define whether the HDCP will follow the input or the output

When FOLLOW INPUT is selected, it changes its HDCP output setting (for the HDMI output) according to the HDCP of the input. This option is recommended when the HDMI output is connected to a splitter/switcher

AUTOSYNC OFF

Turn the auto sync ON/OFF. When ON, this de-activates the output after a few minutes if no input is present.

This is useful, for example, when the output is connected to a projector, and the

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Mode

Function

ABOVE 12000Hz

Parameter

Function

HDBT1, HDBT2, HDBT3, PC1, PC2, TP1, TP2, CV1, CV2, or MIC

HDMI inputs is selected

Set the output volume

Set MUTE to ON or OFF

DELAY

Select the audio delay time: OFF, 10ms to 80ms in 10ms steps or AUTO

MICROPHONE MIX

Set mix ON to mix the microphone input with the selected audio input or set to OFF

MIX LEVEL

Adjust the mix level (enabled when MICROPHONE MIX is set to ON)

Parameter

Function

LINE

Set the LINE OUT volume

MONITOR

Set the MONITOR OUT volume

Set to ON or OFF

MONITOR OUT MUTE

Set to ON or OFF

DELAY set to OFF

AUDIO EQ Set the audio EQ values in 0.5dB steps for: BELOW 120Hz, CENTER 200Hz,

CENTER 500Hz, CENTER 1200Hz, CENTER 3000Hz, CENTER 7500Hz and

6.2.3.1 The AUDIO Parameters

SOURCE

EMBEDDED AUDIO

OUTPUT VOLUME MUTE

Select the audio source: FOLLOW VIDEO, HDMI1, HDMI2, HDMI3,

HDMI AUDIO IN (1, 2 and 3)

6.2.4 The AUD OUT Menu

SOURCE

EMBEDDED AUDIO

OUTPUT VOLUME (see

Figure 8

)

LINE OUT MUTE

Select the audio source: HDMI1, HDMI2, HDMI3, HDBT1, HDBT2, HDBT3, PC1, PC2, TP1, TP2, CV1, CV2 or MIC

HDMI AUDIO IN (1, 2 and 3)

Select the HDMI 1, HDMI 2 and HDMI 3 audio sources behavior: AUTOMATIC: the embedded audio on the HDMI input is selected for an HDMI signal, or the analog audio input is selected if the input is not HDMI (for example, for a DVI input signal) EMBEDDED: the embedded audio in the HDMI signal is selected ANALOG: the analog audio input is selected

HDMI AUDIO IN is enabled only when one of the

HDMI AUDIO IN is enabled only when one of the HDMI inputs is selected

Select the audio delay time: OFF, 10 to 80ms in 10ms steps or AUTO

MICROPHONE MIX

Set to ON or OFF

Set to ON to mix the microphone input with the selected audio input or

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Parameter

Function

MIX LEVEL

Adjust the mix level (enabled when MICROPHONE MIX is set to Set to NONE, OUTPUT 1 or OUTPUT 2

Parameter

Function

MICROPHONE GAIN

Set the microphone gain

INPUT VOLUME

Set the volume for each input:

PC1, PC2. TP1, TP2, CV1, CV2

MUTE FOLLOWS

Select the action that will be followed by mute:

ON)

EQ SAME AS AUDIO EQ Set the audio EQ values in 0.5dB steps for: BELOW 120Hz, CENTER

200Hz, CENTER 500Hz, CENTER 1200Hz, CENTER 3000Hz, CENTER 7500Hz and ABOVE 12000Hz

Figure 8 shows the output volume level (dB) vs. the OSD vol ume setting:

Figure 8: VP-553xl Audio Volume Level (dB) vs. OSD Volume Values

6.2.5 The AUD SET Menu

HDMI1 (embedded), HDMI2 (embedded), HDMI3 (embedded) HDBaseT1 (embedded), HDBaseT2 (embedded), HDBaseT3 (embedded), HDMI1 (analog), HDMI2 (analog), HDMI3 (analog),

NONE: the audio muting is independent of the FREEZE and BLANK functions

FREEZE BLANK FREEZE+BLANK: when freezing or blanking the video, the audio

will be muted (the MUTE function follows the FREEZE and the

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BLANK functions)

Parameter

Function

SOURCE

Select the USB input: USB 1, USB 2, USB 3, USB 4 or TIE TO INPUT.

elect HDMI 3 and

Parameter

Function

OFF,OUTPUT 1 or OUTPUT 2

Set the horizontal position of the OSD

V POSITION

Set the vertical position of the OSD

TIMER

Set the timeout period in 5sec steps (from 5 to 60)

TRANSPARENCY

Set the OSD background between 0 (transparent) and 50 (opaque)

INFO

6.2.6 The USB Menu

SETUP FOLLOW INPUT

If TIE TO INPUT was selected above, setup the input to which the selected USB port will be tied. For each of the inputs you can select a USB port that will follow. For example, if you want to set USB 3 to follow H DMI 3, s set to USB 3

6.2.7 The OSD Menu

SHOW ON OUTPUT

H POSITION

DISPLAY

Select the output/s that will di splay the OSD: BOTH ON, BOTH

Select the information shown on the screen during operation:

OFF: the information is not shown ON: the information is shown permanently

: the information is shown for a few seconds

6.3 Connecting to the VP-553xl via RS-232

The VP-553xl features two RS-232 ports:

• RS-232 DATA to pass data to and from the machines that are connected to

the HDBT connectors

• RS-232 CONTROL to control the VP-553xl

You can connect to the VP-553xl via an RS-232 connection using, for example, a PC. Note that a null-modem adapter/connection is not required.

To connect to the VP-553xl via RS-232 Connect the RS-232 9-pin D-sub rear panel port on the product unit via a 9-wire straight cable (only pin 2 to pin 2, pin 3 to pin 3, and pin 5 to pin 5 need to be connected) to the RS-232 9-pin D-sub port on your PC.

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6.4 Operating via Ethernet

You can connect to the VP-553xl via Ethernet using either of the following methods:

• Directly to the PC using a crossover cable (see Section 6.4.1

• Via a network hub, switch, or router, using a straight-through cable (see

Section 6.4.2

Note: If you want to connect via a router and your IT system is based on IPv6, speak to your IT department for specific installation instructions.

)

6.4.1 Connecting the Ethernet Port Directly to a PC

You can connect the Ethernet port of the VP-553xl directly to the Ethernet port on your PC using a crossover cable with RJ-45 connectors.

This type of connection is recommended for identifying the VP-553xl with the factory configured default IP address.

After connecting the VP-553xl to the Ethernet port, configure your PC as follows:

1. Click Start > Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center.

2. Click Change Adapter Settings.

3. Highlight the network adapter you want to use to connect to the device and

click Change settings of this connection. The Local Area Connection Properties window for the selected network adapter appears as shown in Figure 9

)

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Figure 9: Local Area Connection Properties Window

4. Highlight either Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6) or Internet

Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) depending on the requirements of your IT system.

5. Click Properties.

The Internet Protocol Properties window relevant to your IT system appears as shown in Figure 10 or Figure 11

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Figure 10: Internet Protocol Version 4 Prop erti es Window

Figure 11: Internet Protocol Version 6 Properti es W i ndo w

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6. Select Use the following IP Address for static IP addressing and fill in the

details as shown in Figure 12 For TCP/IPv4 you can use any IP address in the range 192.168.1.1 to

192.168.1.255 (excluding 192.168.1.39) that is provided by your IT department.

Figure 12: Internet Protocol Properties Window

7. Click OK.

8. Click Close.

6.4.2 Connecting the Ethernet Port via a Network Hub or Switch

You can connect the Ethernet port of the VP-553xl to the Ethernet port on a network hub or using a straight-through cable with RJ-45 connectors.

6.4.3 Control Configuration via the Ethernet Port

To control several units via Ethernet, connect the Master unit (Device 1) via the Ethernet port to the Ethernet port of your PC. Use the OSD menu to provide initial configuration of the settings (see Section 6.2.1

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Keys

Function

OFF

BLANK

Toggle between a blank screen both windows)

MUTE

Toggle between muting (blocking image (for both windows )

BLANK

Toggle between a blank screen both windows)

MUTE

Toggle between muting (blocking image (for both windows )

Press ENTER to access menu OSD

Select whether the OSD will ap pea r them

720p/XGA

Press to reset to the default

OUT 1

Select one of the following inputs to

CV 2

OUT 2

Select one of the following inputs to

HDBT 3

6.5 Controlling via the Infrared Remote Control Transmitter

You can control the VP-553xl from the infrared remote control transmitter:

POWER Toggle the power save mode ON or

black screen and the display (for

Figure 13: Infrared Remote Control Transmitter

OUT 1

FREEZE Freeze/unfreeze the output video

OUT 2

FREEZE Freeze/unfreeze the output video

MENU Enter/Exit the OSD menu and return

USB Select a USB input:1, 2, 3 or 4

out the sound) and enabling the audio output

black screen and the display (for

out the sound) and enabling the audio output

levels (when in the OSD)

to the previous menu level

on OUT 1, OUT 2, both or none of

resolution (toggles bet ween XGA and 720p)

switch to output 1: HDMI 1, HDMI 2, HDMI 3, HDBT 1, HDBT 2, HDBT 3, PC 1, PC 2, TP 1, TP 2, CV 1 or

switch to output 2: HDMI 1, HDMI 2, HDMI 3, HDBT 1, HDBT 2 or

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7 Using the Embedded Web Pages

The VP-553xl can be operated remotely using the embedded Web pages. The Web pages are accessed using a Web browser and an Ethernet connection.

Before attempting to connect:

• Perform the procedures i n Section 6.4

• Ensure that your browser is supported

The following operating systems and Web browsers are supported:

• Windows 7:

 Google Chrome v25  FireFox v15  Opera v12  Microsoft Internet Explorer v9

• Windows XP:

 Google Chrome v25  FireFox v15

• Apple Mac:

 Google Chrome v25  FireFox v20  Opera v12.14  Safari v6

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7.1 Browsin g the VP-553xl Web Pages

To browse the VP-553xl Web pages:

1. Open your Internet browser.

2. Type the IP number of the device in the Address bar of your browser. For

example, the default IP number:

The Loading page appears.

Figure 14: The Loading Page

Once loaded, enter your user name and password:

Figure 15: Enter Username and Password

There are eight Web pages:

• The Switching page (see Section 7.2

• The Scaler page (see Section 7.3)

• The Device Settings page (See Section 7.4)

• The USB Routi ng page (see Section 7.5)

• The Audi o Settings page (see Section 7.6)

• The EDID page (see Section 7.7)

• The Data Routing page (see Section 7.8)

• The Authenticat i on page (see Section 7.9)

• The About page (see Section 7.10)

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)

7.2 The Switching Page

Figure 13 shows the Switching page that is also the first page that appears

following the loading page. The column on the left shows the switching page selected and below a list of all the other available Web pages. The Switching area lets you switch an input to an output (audio, video or audio-follow-video) the Audio out (below Output) shows the audio input that is routed to the line and monitor outputs. The volume area lets you control the Line and Monitor output audio level.

The lower part of the screen lets you save a configuration and upload a saved configuration.

The model name, FW version, IP number and settings appear on the lower left side of the main page.

Figure 16: The Switching Page

Figure 17 explains the icons used to switch inputs and outputs.

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Figure 17: Input and Output Icons

You can also edit the input and output button by clicking the edit icon.

To edit an input button, select that button and click the edit icon. The input edit window appears:

Figure 18: Edit Input Buttons

The input edit window lets you change the name of the input as it will appear on the Web page and save it, and also set the embedded and analog volume separately.

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To edit an output button, select that button and click the edit icon. The output edit window appears:

Figure 19: Edit Output Buttons

The output edit window lets you change the name of the output as it will appear on the Web page and save it, set the resolution, the HDCP settings, the Auxiliary mixer ON or OFF and set the Auxiliary level as well as the output volume.

7.2.1 Switching an Input to an Output

You can switch the input audio and video signals together to a selected output (AFV) or separately.

To switch an Input to an Output in the AFV mode (see the output 1 button in

Figure 18

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1. Click an output button.

The button changes color to purple.

2. Click on the Input AFV icon .

The Output shows the video input next to the video icon and Audio Follow Video next to its audio icon.

PC mode is disabled.

To switch separate audio and video inputs to an output (for example, selecting the video from INPUT 3 and the PC2 audio signal from INPUT 8, see the output 2 button in Figure 18

1. Click an output button. The button changes color to purple.

2. Click the video icon on Input 3. The output 2 button displays from input 3 next to the video icon.

3. Click the audio icon on Input 8. The Output 2 button displays PC2 next to the audio icon.

7.3 The Scaler Page

The Scaler page lets you set the output 1 and output 2 picture and PC mode separately.

Figure 20

the PC mode setup.

shows the Scaler page for output 1 which includes the picture setup and

Note that when the PC inputs are connected all the settings are available. If TP is selected, only the WXGA/XGA is enabled otherwise,

Figure 20: The Scaler Page – Output 1

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When an analog input is connected, the PC mode is enabled:

Figure 21: The Scaler Page – Output 1 for an Analog Input

Figure 22 shows the setup for output 2:

Figure 22: The Scaler Page – Output 2

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7.4 The Device Settings Page

The device Settings window (in Figure 23) lets you upgrade the firmware and set the Ethernet parameters.

Figure 23: The Device Settings Page

Any change in the device settings requires confirmation, as illustrated in the example in Figure 24

Figure 24: The Device Settings Page – Static IP Confirmation.

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7.4.1 Firmware Upgrade

You can upgrade the firmware via the Device Settings page. To do so:

1. Choose the firmware file by clicking the Choose File button in the Firmware upgrade line.

2 Click the Upgrade button.

The new firmware is uploaded:

Figure 25: The Device Settings Page – Uploading the N ew Firmware File

3 Make sure that the new version appears on the Web page lower left side:

Figure 26: The Device Settings Page –New Firmware Updated

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7.5 The USB Routing Page

Figure 27: The USB Routing Page

The USB page lets you select one of the USB hosts (buttons USB 1, USB 2, USB 3 or USB 4 – in the example in Figure 27 routed to the USB client.

, USB 1 is selected). The select ed button is

The USB Routing page also lets you tie any of the USB ports to any of the switcher/scaler inputs that are routed to output 1. To do so click the Tie To Input button and then assign the USB 1 to 4 ports each to one of the inputs. In the example in Figure 28 HDMI 1, USB 2 is tied to HDMI 2 and so on.

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(if the Tie To INPUT button was selected) USB 1 is tied to

Figure 28: The USB Tied to a Selected Input

7.6 The Audio Settings Page

The audio settings page lets you define the audio parameters for the inputs, outputs (1 and 2), and the audio out (Monitor and Line out).

The main page lets you switch and set the selected audio signal to the two outputs and the independent audio output. The rear panel DIP-switch settings (see

2): Auxiliary Settings, Stereo/Mono and Microphone, are displayed. Note that the DIP-switch settings cannot be changed via the Web pages only physically on the rear panel.

The Input tab (see Figure 29 including the analog and embedded audio HDMI signals.

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) lets you set the volume individually for each input,

Figure

Figure 29: The Audio Settings Page – Inputs

Figure 30 shows the output 1 equalizer settings:

Figure 30: The Audio Settings Page – Output 1

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Figure 30 shows the output 2 equalizer settings:

Figure 31: The Audio Settings Page – Output 2

Figure 30 shows the Monitor equalizer settings as well as the volum e of the Aux,

Line and Monitor volume levels:

Figure 32: The Audio Settings Page – Monitor

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7.7 The EDID Page

The EDID page lets you copy a selected resolution (Native Timing) or the default resolution (HDMI/HDBT or VGA) to one or more select ed inputs.

Figure 33: The EDID Page

Figure 34 shows how to select a resolution from the list and select one or more

inputs. To copy, click the Copy button:

Figure 34: The EDID Page – Copying the Native Timing

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Figure 34 shows how to select one of the default resolutions from the list and select

one or more inputs. To copy, click the Copy button:

Figure 35: The EDID Page – Copying the Default

The EDID page displays the machine name, selected resolution, the audio channels and deep color support. After clicking the Copy button, t he EDID page shows the copy EDID results:

Figure 36: The EDID Page –The Copy EDID Results

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7.8 The Data Routing Page

The data routing page lets you route the data over the HDBT ports. (each port has a separate UDP IP port) via the RS-232 Data port, or the Ethernet (General or SID-X2N), see Figure 37

When selecting:

• RS-232 Data, you can transmit data from a controller connected to the

RS-232 DATA port to one of the HDBaseT inputs or the HDBaseT output

• Ethernet-General, you can transmit data from a controller connected via the

Ethernet port to one of the HDBaseT inputs or the HDBaseT output

• Ethernet-SID-X2N, you can transmit data from a controller connected via the

connected SID-X2N to the HDBaseT input to which it is connected

Figure 37: The Data Routing Page

Click the Set changes button to set the changes.

RS-232 Data Port: for each HDBaseT port you can set the following data settings:

• Baud Rate: 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600 or 115200

• Data Bits: 5, 6, 7 or 8

• Parity: NONE, EVEN, ODD, MARK or SPACE

• Stop Bits: 1 or 2

• Flow Control: OFF or ON

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If you chec k SID-X2N, data passes between the VP-553xl and SID-X2N.

If you check RS-232, data passes between the RS-232 Data port and VP-553xl. Note that you can check RS-232 and SID-X2N simultaneously.

7.9 The Authentication Page

The Authentication page lets you set the user name and password as well as setting the inactivity logout. Figure 38

shows the Authentication page:

Figure 38: The Authentication Page

7.10 The About Page

The VP-553xl About page lets you view the Web page version and Kramer Electronics Ltd details.

Figure 39: The About Page

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INPUTS:

3 HDMI connectors (HDMI, HDCP)

2 balanced audio (L and R) RCA connectors for CV

OUTPUTS:

1 HDBT on RJ-45 connector

connector

OUTPUT RESOLUTIONS:

NATIVE,

1280x720p@50, 1920x1080i@50, 1920x1080p@50

CONTROLS:

TP 1, TP 2, CV 1, CV 2, HDBT 1, HDBT 2, HDBT 3, PC 1,

switch, mono/stereo selector switch, REM for muting audio

POWER CONSUMPTION:

100-240V AC, 43VA max.

OPERATING TEMPERATURE:

0° to +40°C (32° to 104°F)

STORAGE TEMPERATURE:

-40° to +70°C (-40° to 158°F)

HUMIDITY:

10% to 90%, RHL non-condensing

DIMENSIONS:

19" x 7" x 2U (W, D, H) rack mountable

WEIGHT:

2.7kg (6lbs) approx.

INCLUDED ACCESSORIES:

Power cord, rack ears, IR remote control

OPTIONS:

Kramer BC−HDKat6a cable

8 Technical Specifications

2 VGA on 15-pin HD connectors 2 composite video on RCA connectors 2 analog TP on RJ-45 connectors

3 HDBT on RJ-45 connectors 4 USB (B typ e ) ports 3 unbalanced analog audio on 3.5mm mini jacks for HDMI 2 unbalanced analog audio on 3.5mm mini jacks for PC 1 Aux in balanced stereo audio on 5-pin terminal block connectors

2 HDMI connectors (HDMI, HDCP) 1 USB (A type) port Monitor out balanced stereo on a 5-pin term i n al block

connector Line out balanced stereo on a 5-pin terminal block

640x480@60, 800x600@60, 1024x768@60, 1280x768@60, 1360x768@60, 1280x720@60, 1280x800@60, 1280x1024@60, 1440x900@60, 1400x1050@60, 1680x1050@60, 1600x1200@60, 1920x1080@60, 1920x1200@60, 720x480p@60, 1280x720p@60, 1920x1080i@60, 1920x1080p@60, 720x576p@60,

PC 2, HDMI 1, HDMI 2, HDMI 3, USB 1, USB 2, USB 3, USB 4 input selector buttons; 2 blank, 2 mute, 2 freeze buttons; menu, enter, menu arrows, reset to XGA/720p, OSD SELECT, 2 RS-232, IR, Ethernet, 2 level and EQ trimmers, line/mic selector switch, cond/dyn selector

Specifications are subject to change without notice at www.kramerav.com

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Baud Rate:

115,200

Data Bits:

Stop Bits:

Parity:

None

Command Format:

ASCII

Example (Route the video from the HDMI3 input to the HDMI1

#ROUTE 1,1,2<cr> the option to YES and press Enter

IP Address:

192.168.1.39

Subnet mask:

255.255.255.0

Default gateway:

192.168.1.254

Default UDP Port #:

50000

Maximum UDP Ports:

OSD

Go to : Menu-> Factor y-> RESET->Change the option to YES and press Enter

8.1 Default Communication Parameters

RS-232

output port):

Ethernet

To reset the IP settings to the factory reset values go to : Menu-> Factory-> RESET->Change

Full Factory Reset

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Resolution/Refresh Rate

HDMI

NTSC

Yes

PAL

Yes

640x480 (@60/72/75Hz)

Yes

800x600 (@56/60/72/75Hz)

Yes

1024x768 (@60/70/ 75H z)

Yes

1152x864 @75Hz

Yes

1280x720 @60Hz

Yes

1280x768 @60Hz

Yes

1280x800 @60Hz

Yes

1280x960 @60Hz

Yes

1280x1024 (@60/75Hz)

Yes

1360x768 @60Hz

Yes

1400x1050 @60Hz

Yes

1440x900 @60Hz

Yes

1600x900 RB @60Hz

Yes

1600x1200 @60Hz

Yes

1680x1050 RB @60Hz

Yes

1920x1080 @60Hz

Yes

1920x1200 RB @60Hz

Yes

480I/576I

Yes

480P/576P

Yes

720P(@50/60Hz)

Yes

1080I(@50/60Hz)

Yes

1080P(@24/30Hz)

Yes

1080P(@50/60Hz)

Yes

8.2 Input Resolutions

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Start

Address (optional)

Body

Delimiter

Destination_id@

Message

Start

Body

Delimiter

Command SP

Start

Address

Body

Delimiter

Destination_id@

Command_1 Parameter1_1,Parameter1_2,…| Command_3 Parameter3_1,Parameter3_2,…|…

Start

Address (optional)

Body

delimiter

Sender_id@

Message

CR LF

Start

Address (optional)

Body

Delimiter

Command SP [

] result

CR LF

9 The VP-553xl RS-232 Communication

Protocol

The VP-553xl can be operated using serial commands from a PC, remote controller, or touch screen. The unit communicates using the default Kramer Protocol 3000.

• Kramer Protocol 3000 syntax (see Section 9.1

• Kramer Protocol 3000 command list (see Section 9.2)

• Kramer Protocol 3000 detailed commands (See Section 9.3)

9.1 Kramer Protocol 3000 Syntax

Protocol 3000 communicates at a data rate of 115200 baud, no parity, 8 data bits and 1 stop bit.

9.1.1 Host Message Format

Simple Command

Command string with only one command without addressing:

)

Command String

Formal syntax with commands concatenation and addressing:

9.1.2 Device Message Format

Device Long Response

Echoing command:

Sender_id

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Parameter_1,Parameter_2,…

Command_2 Parameter2_1,Parameter2_2,…|

Param1 ,Param2 …

CR = Carriage return (ASCII 13 = 0x0D) LF = Line feed (ASCII 10 = 0x0A) SP = Space (ASCII 32 = 0x20)

9.1.3 Command Terms

Command

A sequence of ASCII letters ('A'-'Z', 'a'-'z' and '-'). Command and parameters must be separated by at least one space.

Parameters A sequence of alphameric 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. Note: A string can contain more than one command. Commands are separated by

a pipe ( '|' ) character.

Message starting character '#' – For host command/query '~' – For machine response

Device address (Optional, for K-NET) K-NET Device ID followed by '@'

Query sign '?' follows some commands to define a query request.

Message closing character CR – For host messages; carriage return (ASCII 13) CRLF – For machine messages; carriage return (ASCII 13) + line-feed (ASCII 10)

Command chain separator character When a message string contains more than one command, a pipe ( '|' ) character separates each command.

Spaces between parameters or command terms are ignored.

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9.1.4 Entering Commands

You can directly enter all commands using a terminal with ASCII communications software, such as HyperTerminal, Hercules, etc. Connect the terminal to the serial or Ethernet port on the Kramer device. To enter CR press the Enter key. ( LF is also sent but is ignored by command parser).

For commands sent from some non-Kramer controllers like Crestron, some characters require special coding (such as, /X##). Refer to the controller manual.

9.1.5 Command Forms

Some commands have short name syntax in addition to long name syntax to allow faster typing. The response is always in long syntax.

9.1.6 Command Chaining

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 once, at the beginning of the string and at the end.

Commands in the string do not execute until the closing character is entered.

A separate response is sent for every command in the chain.

9.1.7 Maximum String Length

64 characters

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Command

Short Form

Description

# Protocol handshak ing

#HELP

List of commands

#BUILD-DATE?

Read device build date

#MODEL?

Read device model

#PROT-VER?

Read device protocol version

#PROG-ACTION

Set step-in button acti on bitm ap

#SN? Read device serial number

#RESET

Reset device

#NAME-RST

Reset machine name to fact or y defa ul t (DNS )

#VERSION?

Read device firmware version

#NET-MAC?

NTMC?

Get MAC address

#NET-IP

NTIP

Set device IP address

#NET-IP?

NTIP?

Get device IP address

#NET-GATE

NTGT

Set Gateway IP

#NET-GATE?

NTGT?

Get Gateway IP

#NET-MASK

NTMSK

Set device subnet mask

#NET-MASK?

NTMSK?

Get device subnet mask

#NET-DHCP

NTDH

Set DHCP mode

#NET-DHCP?

NTDH?

Get DHCP mode

#CPEDID

Copy output EDID to input

#LDEDID

Write EDID data from external application to device inputs

#GEDID

Set EDID data from device

#GEDID?

Get EDID support on certain input/output

#ROUTE

routing (see Section 9.3.3)

#ROUTE?

Display the video, audio, USB and serial data routing (see Section 9.3.3)

#SIGNAL?

Get input signal lock status

#DISPLAY?

Get output HPD status

#LOCK-FP

LCK

Lock front panel

#LOCK-FP?

LCK?

GET Lock front panel

#HDCP-MOD

Set HDCP mode

#HDCP-MOD?

Get HDCP mode

#HDCP-STAT?

Get HDCP signal status

#VID-RES

Set input/output resolution

#VID-RES?

Get input/output resolution

#VMUTE

Set video blank

#VMUTE?

Display video blank status

#VFRZ

Set freeze on selected output

#VFRZ?

Get output freeze status

#AUD-LVL

Set audio level

9.2 Kramer Protocol 3000 – Command List

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Set the video, audio, USB and serial da ta

Command

Short Form

Description

#AUD-LVL?

Get audio level

#MIX Set mix on/off

#MIX?

Display mix on/off status

#MIX-LVL?

Display mix volume

#MUTE

Set audio mute

#MUTE?

Display the audio mute status

#SCLR-AS

Set auto sync on/off

#IMAGE-PROP

Set the screen size

#IMAGE-PROP?

Display the screen size

#SCLR-PCAUTO

Run PC auto

#SCLR-AUDIODELAY

#SCLR-AUDIO#EQ-LVL

Set EQ

#EQ-LVL?

Display EQ

#SHOW-OSD

Set the OSD display

#SHOW-OSD?

Get the OSD display

#MIC-GAIN

Set Mic volume

#MIC-GAIN?

Display Mic volume

STATUS?

#ETH-PORT

Set UDP port

#ETH-PORT?

Display UDP port

#STANDBY

Set Standby mode

#STANDBY?

Get Standby mode status

#VOLUME

Set global volume (+1 or -1)

#MIX-LVL Set mix volume

#SCLR-AS? Display the auto sync on/off status

Set audio delay

Display the audio delay value

Get the DIP-switch status

DELAY?

#DPSW-

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HDMI 2

1 HDMI 1 (A)

0:2 HDBT 1

HDBT 1

3 HDMI 2 (A)

1:2

HDBT 3

5 HDMI 3 (A)

2:2

PC 1 6

HDBT 1

3 USB 1

TP 1 8

HDBT 3

5 USB 3

CV 1

10 PC 2 7

CV 1

10 Line OUT

0:0

Aux IN

640x480

1400x1050

1080P60

1024x768

1600x1200

N/A

1360x768

N/A

720P50

1280x800

1920x1200

1080I50

1280x1024

480P60

N/A

9.3 Kramer Protocol 3000 – Detailed Commands

This section describes the detailed commands list (see Section 9.3.4) as well as the Port number key (see Section 9.3.1) and the video resolutions key (see

Section 9.3.2).

9.3.1 Port Number Key

Video # Audio input # Video Output #

HDMI 1 0 HDMI 1 (EMB) 0:1 HDMI 1 0

HDMI 3 2 HDMI 2 (EMB) 1:1 HDMI 2 2

HDBT 2 4 HDMI 3 (EMB) 2:1

USB Host #

PC 2 7 HDBT 2 4 USB 2 1

TP 2 9 PC 1 6 USB 4 3

CV 2 11 TP 1 8 TP 2 9

Audio Output #

CV 2 11 Monitor OUT 0:1

9.3.2 The Resolutions key

# Resolution # Resolution # Resolution

0 Native 9 1440x900 18 720P60

2 800x600 11 1680x1050 20 1080I60

4 1280x768 13 1920x1080 22 576P50

6 1280x720 15 N/A 24 1080P50

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Value + Definition

Set/display

Value=1

Value=1~2

Value=0~11

SID-X2N

Value=1

Value=0~3

Value=(3~5):(1~4)

Video

0: no change

3:1: HDBT1

( (SID-X2N: select PC)

Set audio

Value=2

Value=0~2

Value=0~12

12: AUX

2:1: HDMI3 Embedded

9.3.3 ROUTE Command Options Key

Description P1:

P2:

P3:

video source

mode – set video source (set SID-X2N source at the same time)

Video 1:Output1

2:Output2

(same VP-553xl video source) 1: Output1 2: Output2 3: All outputs (1~2)

0: HDMI1 1: HDMI2 2: HDMI3 3: HDBT1 4: HDBT2 5: HDBT3 6: PC1 7: PC2 8: TP1 8: TP2 10: CV1 11: CV2

(SID-X2N: select HDMI) 3:2: HDBT1 (SID-X2N: select DP) 3:3: HDBT1 (SID-X2N: select DVI) 3:4: HDBT1 (SID-X2N: select PC) 4:1: HDBT2 (SID-X2N select HDMI) 4:2: HDBT2 (SID-X2N select DP) 4:3: HDBT2 (SID-X2N: select DVI) 4:4: HDBT2 (SID-X2N: select PC) 5:1: HDBT3 (SID-X2N: select HDMI) 5:2: HDBT3 (SID-X2N: select DP) 5:3: HDBT3 (SID-X2N: select DVI) 5:4: HDBT3

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source

Set audio source: embedded or analog

Audio 0: Audio Out

Value=2 Value=0~2 Value=(0~2):(1~2) Audio 0:Audio Out

1: Output1 2: Output2

1:Output1 2:Output2

0: HDMI1 1: HDMI2 2: HDMI3 3: HDBT1 4: HDBT2 5: HDBT3 6: PC1 7: PC2 8: TP1 8: TP2 10: CV1 11: CV2

0:1: HDMI1 Embedded 0:2: HDMI1 Analog 1:1: HDMI2 Embedded 1:2: HDMI2 Analog

Value + Definition

2:2: HDMI3 Analog

Set USB

Value=3

Value=1

Value=1~4

USB

Fixed

1: USB1

4: USB4

Set serial

Value=4

Value=0

Value=3~5/12

Serial data

0: none

3: HDBT1

Set serial

Value=4

Value=1

Value=3~5/12

Serial data

1:Eth_Gen

3: HDBT1

Serial data

2:RS-232

3: HDBT1

12: HDBT Out1

Set video +

Value=12

Value=1~2

Value=0~11

Video+audio

1: Output1

0: HDMI1

6: PC1

Video+audio

1: Output1

0:1: HDMI1 Embedded

Set

Value=123

Value=1

Value=0~11

video+audio+USB

Output1

0: HDMI1

7: PC2

Description P1:

data

Set serial data

audio source

Set video + audio source – set embedded or analog

Set video source – set USB to “tie to input”

Value=4 Value=2 Value=3~5/12

Value=4 Value=3 Value=3~5 Serial data 3: SID-X2N 3: HDBT1

Value=12 Value=1~2 Value=(0~2):(1~2)

Value=13 Value=1 Value=0~11 Video+USB Output1 0: HDMI1

P2:

2: Output2

P3:

2: USB2 3: USB3

4: HDBT2 5: HDBT3 12: HDBT Out1

4: HDBT2 5: HDBT3

1: HDMI2 2: HDMI3 3: HDBT1 4: HDBT2 5: HDBT3

0:2: HDMI1 Analog 1:1: HDMI2 Embedded 1:2: HDMI2 Analog 2:1: HDMI3 Embedded 2:2: HDMI3 Analog

1: HDMI2 2: HDMI3 3: HDBT1 4: HDBT2 5: HDBT3 6: PC1

7: PC2 8: TP1 9: TP2 10: CV1 11: CV2

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video+audio source – set USB to "tie to input"

1: HDMI2 2: HDMI3 3: HDBT1 4: HDBT2 5: HDBT3 6: PC1

8: TP1 9: TP2 10: CV1 11: CV2

Value + Definition

Set

also

Value=123

Value=1

Value=(0~2):(1~2)

Command – HELP

Command Type – System-mandatory

Get:

HELP

End User

Set: - -

HELP␠

:␍␊

␍␊USAGE:

␍␊

Command – BUILD-DATE

Command Type – System-mandatory

Set:

BUILD-DATE

End User

Set:

Read device build date

#BUILD-DATE?␍

~nn @BUILD-DATE␠ date␠ time␍␊

date – Format: YYYY/MM/DD where YYYY = Year, MM = Month, DD = Day time – Format: hh:mm:ss where hh = hours, mm = minutes, ss = seconds

Description P1:

video+audio source set Embedded or Analog also set USB to "tie to input"

video+audio+USB Output1 0:1: HDMI1 Embedded

P2:

P3:

0:2: HDMI1 Analog 1:1: HDMI2 Embedded 1:2: HDMI2 Analog 2:1: HDMI3 Embedded 2:2: HDMI3 Analog

9.3.4 The Commands

Command Name Permission Transparency

Set:

Description Syntax

Get : Get command list or help for specific

Response

1. Multi-line: ~nn@Device available protoc ol 30 00 com m a n ds:␍␊ command,␠command…␍␊ To get help for comm and use : HELP (COMMAN D _NAME) ␍␊

2. Multi-line: ~nn@

command

description

- -

2 options:

1. #HELP␍

2. #

command_name␍

usage

Command Name Permission Transparency

Get:

Description Syntax

Get : - -

Response

Parameters

- -

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FACTORY

Set:

FACTORY

End User

Set:

Reset device to factory defa ul ts conf i gu rati o n

#FACTORY␍

Get : - -

FACTORY␠ OK␍␊

This command deletes all user data from the device. The deletion can take some time.

Command – MODEL?

Get:

MODEL?

End User

Get :

Get device model

MODEL␠

Command – PROT-VER?

Command Type – System-mandatory

Get:

PROT-VER?

End User

Set: - -

Get :

Get protocol version

#PROT-VER?␍

Command –

Command Name Permission Transparency

Get:

Description Syntax

Response

~nn@

Notes

Command Type – System-mandatory

- -

Command Type – System-mandatory

Command Name Permission Transparency

Set:

Description Syntax

Set: - -

Response

~nn@

Parameters

model_name – String of up to 19 printable ASCII chars

model_name␍␊

- -

#MODEL?␍

Command Name Permission Transparency

Set:

Description Syntax

Response

~nn@PROT-VER␠3000:version␍␊

Parameters

Version – Format : XX. X X wher e X is a decimal digi t

- -

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Command – PROG-ACTION

Command Type - Step-in

Set:

PROG-ACTION

PROG-ACTION?

Set: actions_bitmap␍

Get :

PROG-ACTION␠

␍␊

port_type – 0=input

actions_bitmap – 0x00=ALL OFF, 0x01=OUT1, 0x02=OUT2, 0x04=AUDIO OUT

Command – SN?

Command Type – System-mandatory

Command Name

Permission

Transparency

Set: - - - Get:

SN?

End User

Public

Description

Set: - -

Get :

#SN?␍

Response

␍␊

Command – RESET

Command Type – System-mandatory

Set:

RESET

Administrator

Description

Syntax

Set:

Reset device

#RESET␍

~nn @RESET␠ OK␍␊

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.

Command Name Permission Transparency

End user Public

Get:

Description Syntax

Set step-in button acti on bitm ap

End user Public

# PROG-ACTION␠type, port_id,button_id,

Get step-in button action bitmap

Response

~ nn@

Parameters

port_id – 3=HDBT1, 4=HDBT2, 5=HDBT3 button_id - 1

Notes

Programs matrix action as a response for external event (programmable button pressed)

port_type,port_id,button_id,actions_bitmap

# PROG-ACTION?␠port_type, port_id ,but ton _i d␍

Syntax

Get device serial number

~nn@SN␠serial_number

Parameters

serial_number - 14 decimal digits, factory assigned

Command Name Permission Transparency

Get:

Get : - -

Response

Notes

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- -

NAME-RST

Reset machine (DNS) name to

Get: - -

~nn@NAME-RST␠ OK␍␊

Factory default of machine (DNS) name is “KRAMER_” + 4 last digits of device serial number

Command – VERSION?

Command Type – System-mandatory

Set: - -

VERSION␠

firmware_version – Format: XX.XX.XXXX where the digits group are: major.minor.build version

Command – NET-MAC?

Command Type – Communication

Command Name

Permission

Transparency

Set: - - - Get:

NET-MAC?

End User

Set:

Get :

#NET-MAC?␍

~nn @NET-MAC␠ mac_address␍␊

mac_address – Uni qu e MAC add res s. Form at: XX-XX-XX-XX-XX-XX where X is hex digit.

Command - NAME-RST

Command Name Permission Transparency

Set: Get:

Description Syntax

Set:

Response

Notes

factory default

Command Type - System (Ethernet)

Administrator Public

- -

#NAME-RST␍

Command Name Permission Transparency

Get:

Description Syntax

Get : Get version number

Response

~nn@

Parameters

VERSION?

firmware_version␍␊

End User -

#VERSION?␍

Description Syntax

Get MAC address

Response

Parameters

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NET-IP

Set:

NET-IP

Administrator

NET-IP?

Set:

#NET-IP␠ P1 ␍

Get :

#NET-IP?␍

NET-IP ␠

For proper settings consult your network administrator.

Command – NET-GATE

Command Type – Communication

Command Name

Permission

Transparency

Set:

NET-GATE

Administrator

Get:

NET-GATE?

End User

Description

Syntax

Set:

#NET-GATE␠ P1 ␍

Get :

#NET-GATE?␍

Response

NET-GATE ␠

P1 (valid IP address)=xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx

A network gateway connects the device via another network and maybe over the Internet. Be careful of security problems. For proper settings consult your network administrator

Command –

Command Type – Communication

Command Name Permission Transparency

Get:

End User -

Description Syntax

Set device IP address Get device IP address

Response

Set: ~nn @ NET-IP ␠ ip_address ␠OK␍␊ Get: ~nn@

ip_address ␍␊

Parameters

P1 (valid IP address)= xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx

Notes

Set Gateway IP Get Gateway IP

Set: ~nn @ NET-GATE ␠ P1 ␠ OK␍␊ Get: ~nn@

ip_address ␍␊

Parameters

Notes

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NET-MASK

Set:

NET-MASK

Administrator

NET-MASK?

Set:

Set device subnet mask

#NET-MASK␠ net_mask ␍

Get :

Get device subnet mask

NET-MASK ␠

The subnet mask limits the Ethernet connection within the local network. For proper settings consult your network administrator.

Set:

NET-DHCP

Administrator

Set:

#NET-DHCP␠ P1 ␍

NET-DHCP ␠

␍␊

P1 (Off/On)– 0=off; 1=on

Command –

Command Name Permission Transparency

Get:

Description Syntax

Response

Set: ~nn @NET-MASK ␠ P1 ␠OK␍␊ Get: ~nn@

Parameters

P1 (valid IP address)=xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx

Response triggers

net_mask ␍␊

Command Type – Communication

End User -

#NET-MASK? ␍

Command – NET-DHCP

Command Name Permission Transparency

Get:

Description Syntax

Get :

Response

Set: ~nn @ NET-DHCP ␠ P1 ␠OK␍␊ Get: ~nn@

Parameters

NET-DHCP?

Set DHCP mode Get DHCP mode

mode

Command Type – Communication

End User -

#NET-DHCP?␍

0 – Do not use DHCP. Use the IP set by the facto r y or usin g the IP set c om m a nd. 1 – Try to use DHCP. If unavailable, use IP as above.

Notes

Connecting Ethernet to devices with DHCP may take more time in some networks. To connect with a randomly assigned IP by DHCP, specify the device DNS name (if available) using the

command “NAME”. You can also get an assigned IP by direct connection to USB or RS-232 protocol port if available. For proper settings consult your network administrator.

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CPEDID

Set:

CPEDID

End User

Public

Copy EDID data from the output to ~nn@CPEDID␠ P1, P2, P3, P4␍␊

P1 (source type) – 1=output

destinations. Setting ‘1’ says that EDID data has to be copied to this destination

Command -

Command Name Permission Transparency

Get: - - -

Description Syntax

Set: Get: - -

Response

Parameters

P2 (source ID) – 0= H D MI1; 1= HD BT 1; 2= HDMI2 P3 (destination type) – 0=input P4 (bitmap representing destination IDs) – 0=HDMI1; 1=HDMI2; 2=HDMI3; 3=HDBT1; 4=HDBT2; 5=HDBT3 Format: XXXX…X, where X is hex digit. The binary form of every hex digit repr esents corresponding

Response Triggers

Response is sent to the com port from which the Set was received (before execution)

Notes

Destination bitmap size depends on device properties (for 64 inputs it is a 64-bit word) Example: bitmap 0x0013 means inputs 1,2 and 5 are loaded with the new EDID

the input EEPROM

Command Type - System

#CPEDID␠ P1, P2, P3, P4␍

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LDEDID

Set:

LDEDID

End User

Public

Write EDID data from external

␍␊

EDID_DATA - data in protocol packets (see Section 9.3.5)

dest_bitmask

size

dest_bitmask

size

0x01=HDMI1

256

0x10=HDBT2

256

0x02=HDMI2

256

0x20=HDBT3

256

0x04=HDMI3

256

0x01=PC1

128

0x08=HDBT1

256

0x02=PC2

128

When the unit receives the LDEDID comm and it replies with READY and enters the special EDID packet

Command -

Command Name Permission Transparency

Get: - - -

Description Syntax

Set: Get: None None

Communication Steps (Command and Response)

Step 1: #LDEDID␠dst_type, dest_bitmask, size, safe_mode␍ Response 1: ~nn@LDEDID␠ dst_type, dest_bitmask, size, safe_mode␠ READY␍␊ or ~nn@LDEDID␠ERRnn␍␊

Step 2: If ready was received, send EDID_DATA Response 2: ~nn@LDEDID␠dst_ty pe, dest_bitmask, size, safe_mode␠ OK␍␊ or ~nn@LDEDID␠ERRnn

Parameters

dst_type - EDID destination type – input=0 dest_bitmask – (see table below) bitmap representing destination IDs. The binary presentation of this

number is a bit mask for destinations. Setting ‘1’ means EDID data has to be copied to this destination

size - EDID data size (see table below) safe_mode - 0 - Device accepts the EDID as is without trying to adjust

application to device

Command Type - ED ID Handling

Multi-step syntax (see following steps)

Response Triggers

Response is sent to the com port from which the Set (before execution)

Notes

wait mode. In this mode the unit can receive only packets and not regular protocol commands. If the unit does not receive correct packets for 30 seconds or is interrupted for more than 30 seconds

before receiving all packets, it sends timeout error ~nn@LDEDID␠ ERR01␍␊ and returns to the regular protocol mode. If the unit received data that is not a correct packet, it sends the corresponding error and returns to the regular protocol mode.

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GEDID

Command Name

Permission

Transparency

GEDID

GEDID␠

Response

GEDID␠

␍␊

Parameters

P1 (stage) – 0=inp ut; 1= o utp ut

Response Triggers

Notes

For old devices that do not support this command, ~nn@ ERR 002␍␊ is received

Command – ROUTE

Command Type –

Command Name

Permission

Transparency

Set:

ROUTE

End User

Get:

ROUTE?

End User

Description

Syntax

Set:

Set layer routing

# ROUTE ␠ P1,P2,P3 ␍

? ␠

Response

ROUTE ␠

␍␊

Parameters (see Section 9.3.3)

This command replaces all other routing commands.

Command -

Set: Get:

Description Syntax

Set: Set EDID data from device Get: Get EDID support on certain input/output

Set: Multi-line response:

~nn@GEDID␠P1,P2,size␍␊ EDID_data␍␊ ~nn@GEDID␠P1,P2␠ OK␍␊

Get: ~nn@

P2 (stage_id) - (Input/Output number valid according to the selected Input/Output according to P1) – video inputs=(0~7); Video outputs =(0,1,2) (see Section 9.3.1 Size - EDID data size. For Set, size of data to be sent from device, for Get, 0 means no EDID support

Response is sent to the com port from which the Set (before execution) / Get com m and w as rec ei ve d

For Get, size=0 means EDID is not supported

GEDID?

P1,|P2,size

Command Type - System

Administrator Public End User Public

# #GEDID?␠P1, P2 ␍

)

P1, P2 ␍

Get : Get layer routing

~ nn@

P1 (Layer number) – 1=V i de o; 2=A u dio ; 3=USB ; 12=V i deo + Audio; 13=Video+USB; 123=Video+Audio+USB

P2 (Route to, 0-1-2 are valid according to the selected layer according to P1) – 0=Audio Out; 1=Scaler1; 2=Scaler2 P3 (Route from, valid values are in accordance to the selected layer and Route to selected according to P1 and P2) – video inputs=(0~11); Audio inputs=(0~12); USB hosts=(0~3) – see Section 9.3.1

Notes

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P1,P2,P3

# ROUTE

P1,P2 ␍

Set : - -

Set: - -

SIGNAL? ␠

SIGNAL ␠ P1,P2 ␍␊

P1 (Input number)– 0: HDMI1; 1: HDMI2; 2: HDMI3; 3: HDBT1; 4: HDBT2; 5: HDBT3 P2 – 0=Off; 1=On

Command – DISPLAY?

Command Type - System

Get

DISPLAY?

End User

Public

Get:

Get output HPD status

␠

P1 (Output number) – 0=HDMI1; 1=HDBT1; 2=HDMI2

EDID, etc.) are stable and valid

Command – SIGNAL

Command Type - System

Command Name Permission Transparency

SIGNAL?

Get

End User Public

Description Syntax

Get: Get input signal lock status

P1 ␍

Response

~ nn@

Parameters

Response triggers

• After execution, response is sent to the com port from which the Get was rec ei v ed

• Response is sent after every change in input signal status ON to OFF, or OFF to ON

Command Name Permission Transparency

Set : - - -

Description Syntax

Set: - -

#DISPLAY? ␠P1 ␍

Response

~ nn@DISPLAY

Parameters

P2 – 0=Off; 1=On

Response triggers

• After execution, response is sent to the com port from which the Get was recei v ed

• 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

P1,P2 ␍␊

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LOCK-FP

Set:

LOCK-FP

End User

LOCK-FP?

Set:

Lock front panel

#LOCK-FP␠P1␍

Get :

Get front panel lock state

LOCK-FP␠P1␠OK␍␊

P1 (Off/On)– 0=Off; 1=On

Command – HDCP-MOD

Command Type – System

Get:

HDCP-MOD?

End User

Public

#HDCP-MOD ␠ P1,P2,P3 ␍

#HDCP-MOD? ␠ P1,P2 ␍

HDCP-MOD ␠

␍␊

P1 (Input/Output) – 0=Input; 1=Output

P3 (Status) – 0=Off ; 1=O n; 2=F oll o w In, 3= Follow Out

Set HDCP working mode on device input :

HDCP support changes following detected sink – MIRROR OUTPUT

Command –

Command Name Permission Transparency

Get:

Description Syntax

Response

nn@

Parameters

Command Type – System

End User -

#LOCK-FP?␍

Command Name Permission Transparency

HDCP-MOD

Set:

Description Syntax

Set: Set HDCP mode Get : Get HDCP mode

Response

Set / Get : ~ nn@

Parameters

P1,P2,P3

Administrator Public

P2 (Scaler number) – 1=Scaler1; 2=Scal er 2

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 any other external control

device (button press, device menu and similar) or genlock status changed

Notes

HDCP supported – HDCP_ON [default] HDCP not supported – HDCP OFF

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HDCP-STAT

Command Name

Permission

Transparency

Set : - - - Get

HDCP-STAT?

End User

Public

Description

Syntax

Set:

None

Get:

#HDCP-STAT?␠ P1,P2 ␍

Response

␍␊

P1 (Input/Output) – 0=Input; 1=Output P2 –1=Scaler1, 2=Scaler2

On input – signal status

Command – VID-RES

Command Type - Video

Get

VID-RES?

End User

Public

VID-RES ␠

Get:

Get video resolution

#VID-RES? ␠ P1,P2,P3 ␍

␠

Command –

Command Type - System

Get HDCP signal status

Set / Get: ~ nn@HDCP-STAT␠P1,P2

Parameters

Response triggers

Response is sent to the com port from whi ch the Set (b efo re e x ecution) / Get command was receive d Response is sent to all com ports after execution if HDCP-STAT was set by any other external control device (button press, device menu and similar) or HDCP mode changed

Notes

On output – sink status

Command Name Permission Transparency

Set :

VID-RES

End User Public

Description Syntax

Set: Set video resolution

P1,P2,P3,P4 ␍

Response

~ nn@VID-RES

P1,P2,P3,P4 ␍␊

Parameters

P1 – 0=Input; 1=Output P2 – 1=Scaler1; 2=Scaler2 P3 – 0=Off; 1=On P4 - video resolutions see Section 9.3.2

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. “Set” comm an d is onl y ap plic a ble fo r stage=Output

2. “Set” command with is_native=ON sets native resolution on selected output (resolution index sent = 0). Device sends as answer act ual V IC ID of native resolution

3. “Get” command with is_native=ON returns native resol uti on V IC , wit h is_native=OFF returns current resolution

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Command – VMUTE

Command Type – Video

Command Name

Permission

Transparency

Set:

VMUTE

End User

VMUTE?

Description

Set:

Set enable/ disable vide o

Response

Set / Get : ~ nn@ VMUTE ␠ P1,P2 ␍␊

Parameters

P1 (Scaler number) – 1=Scaler1; 2=Scal er 2

VFRZ

Command Name

Permission

Transparency

Set:

Set freeze on selected output

␠

␍␊

P1 (Scaler number) – 1=Scaler1; 2=Scal er 2 P2 (Off/On) – 0=Off; 1=On

Command – AUD-LVL

Command Type – Audio

Set:

AUD-LVL

End User

Description

Syntax

Set:

#AUD-LVL␠ P1,P2,P3 ␍

AUD-LVL?␠

Response

AUD-LVL␠

␍␊

Parameters

P3 – 0~100

Get:

End User -

Syntax

on output

Get : Get video on output status

# VMUTE ␠ P1,P2 ␍

# VMUTE? ␠ P1 ␍

P2 (Off/On) – 0=Off; 1=On

Command –

Set: Get:

Description Syntax

Get :

Response

~ nn @VFRZ

Parameters

VFRZ VFRZ?

Get output freeze status

P1,P2

Command Type – Video

End User Public End User Public

#VFRZ␠ P1,P2 ␍ #VFRZ?␠ P1 ␍

Command Name Permission Transparency

Get:

AUD-LVL?

Set audio level in specific amplifier stage

Get :

~nn@

Get audio level in specific amplifier stage

P1,P2

P1 (Input/Output)– 0=Input; 1=Output P2 (Input/Output number valid according to the selected Input/Output according to P1) – video

inputs=(0~11); Audio inputs=(0~12);Audio Outputs (– see Section 9.3.1

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End User -

P1,P2 ␍

)

Command – MIX

Command Type – Audio

MIX

Get:

MIX?

End User

Set:

␍␊

P2 (Off/On)– 0=Off; 1=On

Command – MIX-LVL

Set:

MIX-LVL

End User

Public

MIX-LVL?

Set:

Set the mixing level of the selected output

selected output

␍␊

P2 (Level) – 0 to 100

Command Name Permission Transparency

Set:

Description Syntax

Set audio MIX

Get :

Response

~nn@MIX␠ channel, mix_mode

Parameters

P1 (Output number) – 0=Audio out; 1=Scaler 1; 2=Scaler2

Get audio MIX

End User -

#MIX␠ P1,P2 ␍ #MIX? ␠ P1 ␍

Command Type –[Audio]

Command Name Permission Transparency

Get:

Description Syntax

Get : Get the mixing level of the

Response

Set / Get : ~ nn@ MIX-LVL ␠P1,P2

Parameters

P1 (Output number)– 0=Audio out; 1=Scaler 1; 2=Scaler2

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 mixing level between the audio of the selected video In and the selected AU X audi o cha nn el

End User Public

# MIX-LVL ␠ P1,P2 ␍

# MIX-LVL? ␠ P1 ␍

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Command – MUTE

Command Type – [Audio]

Get:

MUTE?

End User

Public

P1 – 0:0=Line out; 0:1=Monit or O ut ; 1=Scaler1; 2=Scaler2 P2 – 0=Off; 1=On

Response triggers

(button press, device menu and similar) or genlock status was changed

Notes

Command – SCLR-AS

Command Type – [Audio]

Set:

SCLR-AS

End User

Public

Get:

SCLR-AS?

End User

Public

Set:

Set the

SCLR-AS ␠

␍␊

P1 –(Scaler Number)1=Scaler 1; 2=Scaler2 P2 (Off/On)– 0=Off; 1=On

(button press, device menu and similar) or genlock status was changed

Command Name Permission Transparency

Set:

Description Syntax

Set: Mute the selected output Get : Mute the selected output

Response

Set / Get : ~ nn @ MUTE ␠ P1,P2. ␍␊

Parameters

Response is sent to the com port from which the Set (before execution) / Get c om m and was received

After execution, response is sent to all com ports if CMD-NAME was set any other external control device

Mutes the selected audio output

MUTE

End User Public

# MUTE ␠P1,P2 ␍ # MUTE? ␠ P1 ␍

Command Name Permission Transparency

Description Syntax

Get : Get the

Response

Set / Get : ~ nn@ SCLR-AS ␠P1,P2….

Parameters

Response triggers

Response is sent to the com port from which the Set (before execution) / Get c om m and was received

After execution, response is sent to all com ports if CMD-NAME was set any other external control de vice

Notes

Sets the Auto Sync features for the selected Scaler

# SCLR-AS? ␠ P1 ␍

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P1,P2 ␍

Command – IMAGE-PROP

Command Type – [Video]

Get:

IMAGE-PROP?

End User

Public

P1 (Scaler number) –1=Scaler 1; 2=Scaler2 P2 (Status) – 0=Over Scan; 1=Full; 2=Best Fit; 3=PanScan; 3=Letter Box; 5=Under 2; 6=Under 1

device (button press, device menu and similar) or genlock status was changed

SCLR-PCAUTO

Get :

P1 (Scaler number) –1=Scaler 1; 2=Scaler2

Response triggers

Notes

Command Name Permission Transparency

Set:

Description Syntax

Set: Set the image size Get : Get the image size

Response

Set / Get : ~ nn @ IMAGE-PROP ␠ P1,P2…. ␍␊

Parameters

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

Notes

Sets the image properties of the selected scaler

IMAGE-PROP

End User Public

# IMAGE-PROP ␠P1 ␍ # IMAGE-PROP? ␠P1,…,P6 ␍

Command – SCLR-PCAUTO

Command Name Permission Transparency

Set: Get:

Description Syntax

Set: Set

Command Type – [Video]

End User Public End User Public

# SCLR-PCAUTO ␠P1,P2 ␍

Response

Set / Get : ~ nn @ SCLR-PCAUTO ␠ P1,P2…. ␍␊

Parameters

P2 (Off/On) – 0=Off; 1=On

Response is sent to the com port from whi ch the Set (b efo re e x ecution) / Get command was receive d 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

Sets the PC Auto sync of the selected scaler

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Command – SCLR-AUDIO-DELAY

Command Type – [Audio]

Get:

SCLR-AUDIO-DELAY?

End User

Public

P1 (Audio output number) – 0=Audio out; 1=Scaler 1; 2=Scaler2 P2 (Level selection) – 0=Off; 1 to8=10ms to80ms in 10ms steps; 9=Auto

Response triggers

Response is sent to the com port from which the Set (before execution) / Get com m and was received

Notes

Sets the audio delay for the selected audio output

Command – EQ-LVL

Command Type – [Audio]

Get:

EQ-LVL?

End User

Public

P1 (Audio output number) – 0=Audio out; 1=Scaler 1; 2=Scaler2

P3 (Level) – 0=-10dB 20=0dB; 40=10dB

Response triggers

Response is sent to the com port from whi ch the Set (b efo re e x ecution) / Get command was receive d device (button press, device menu and si m ilar) or ge nl ock sta tus w as cha ng ed

Notes

Sets the EQ level for the selected frequency of the selected audio output

Command Name Permission Transparency

Set:

Description Syntax

Set: Set the scaler audio delay Get : Get the scaler audio delay

Response

Set / Get : ~ nn @ SCLR-AUDIO-DELAY ␠ P1,P2 ␍␊

Parameters

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

SCLR-AUDIO-DELAY

End User Public

# SCLR-AUDIO-DELAY ␠P1,P2 ␍ # SCLR-AUDIO-DELAY? ␠ P1 ␍

Command Name Permission Transparency

Set:

EQ-LVL

End User Public

Description Syntax

Set: Set the equalization level Get : Get the equalization level

Response

Set / Get : ~ nn @ EQ-LVL ␠ P1,P2,P3 ␍␊

Parameters

P2 (frequency number) – 0=120; 1=200; 3=500; 4=1200; 5=3000; 6=7500; 8=12000

After execution, response is sent to all com ports if CMD-NAME was set any other external control

# EQ-LVL ␠P1,P2,P3 ␍ # EQ-LVL? ␠ P1,P2 ␍

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Command – SHOW-OSD

Command Type – [Video]

Get:

SHOW-OSD?

End User

Public

P1 (Scaler number) – 0=Both Off; 1=1 On; 2=2 On; 99= Both On

Response Triggers

Notes

MIC-GAIN

Get :

Get the microphone gain

MIC-GAIN ␠

␍␊

Response Trig ger s

Notes

Command Name Permission Transparency

Set:

Description Syntax

Set: Set the OSD display Get : Get the OSD display

Response

Set / Get : ~ nn @ SHOW-OSD ␠ P1 ␍␊

Parameters

device (button press, device menu and similar) or genlock status was changed

Displays the OSD of the selected Scaler

SHOW-OSD

End User Public

# SHOW-OSD ␠P1 ␍ # SHOW-OSD? ␠ ␍

Command –

Command Name Permission Transparency

Set: Get:

Description Syntax

Set: Set the microphone gain

Response

Set / Get : ~ nn@

Parameters

P1 (Input number, for VP-553xl always 0) = 0 P2 (level) – 0 to 100

MIC-GAIN?

P1,P2

Command Type – [Audio]

End User Public End User Public

# MIC-GAIN ␠ P1,P2 ␍ # MIC-GAIN? ␠ P1 ␍

Response is sent to the com port from which the Set (bef o re e xecution) / 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

Sets the Microphone input audio gain

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Command – DIPSW-STATUS

Command Type – [Machine]

Get:

DPSW-STATUS?

End User

Public

P1 –0=SW 0;… 2=SW2 P2 (Off/On) – Off=0, On=1

Response Trig ger s

Response is sent to the com port from whi ch the Set (b efo re e x ecution) / Get command was receive d device (button press, device menu and similar) or genlock status was changed

Notes

Gets the DIP status for the selected DIP switch

Set :

ETH-PORT

Administrator

Public

ETH-PORT?

Set:

#ETH-PORT␠portType, ETHPort ␍

ETH-PORT?␠

ETH-PORT␠

␍␊

portType - UDP ETHPort –UDP=50000-50999

Command Name Permission Transparency

Set:

Description Syntax

Set: Get : Get the DIP-switch status

Response

Get : ~ nn @ DPSW-STATUS ␠ P2 ␍␊

Parameters

After execution, response is sent to all com ports if CMD-NAME was set any other external control

End User Public

# DPSW-STATUS? ␠P1 ␍

Command – ETH-PORT

Command Name Permission Transparency

Command Type - Communication

Get

Description Syntax

Set Ethernet port protocol

Get:

Response

~nn@

Parameters

Get Ethernet port protocol

portType, ETHPort

End User Public

portType ␍

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STANDBY

Set :

STANDBY

End User

Public

Get

STANDBY?

End User

Public

Get: Command – VOLUME

Command Type - Audio

VOLUME

Get

Set:

Set global output audio level

Get:

VOLUME␠

␍␊

Notes

To set / get an “input” level or audio level in other amplifier stage, use command #AUD-LVL / #AUD-LVL?

Command –

Command Name Permission Transparency

Description Syntax

Set:

Response

~nn@STANDBY ␠ value␍␊

Parameters

on_off – 0=Off; 1=On

Set Standby mode

Get Standby mode status

Command Type - Audio

# STANDBY ␠ on_off ␍

# STANDBY?␍

Command Name Permission Transparency

Set :

Description Syntax

Response

~~nn@

Parameters

P1 (Input/Output)– + = increase current level; - = decrease current level

P1 ␠ OK

End User -

#VOLUME␠ P1 ␍

to set / get audio level in specific amplifier stage

9.3.5 Packe t Protocol Structure

The packet protocol is designed to transfer large amounts of data, such as files, IR commands, EDID data, etc .

9.3.5.1 Using the Packet Protocol

To use the packet protocol:

1. Send a command: LDRV, LOAD, IROUT, LDEDID

2. Receive Ready or ERR###

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Packet ID

Length

Data

CRC

3. If Ready:

 Send a packet  Receive OK on the last packet  Receive OK for the command

4. Packet structure:

 Packet ID (1, 2, 3…) (2 bytes in length)  Length (data length + 2 for CRC) - (2 bytes in length)  Data (data length -2 bytes)  CRC - 2 bytes

01 02 03 04 05…

5. Response:

~NNNNSPOKCR LF

Where NNNN is the received packet ID in ASCII hex digits.

9.3.5.2 Calculating the CRC

The polynomial for the 16-bit CRC i s: CRC-CCITT: 0x1021 = x

+ x12 + x5 + 1 Initial value: 0000 Final XOR Value: 0

For a code example, see:

http://sanity-free.org/133/crc_16_ccitt_in_csharp.html

CRC example: Data = “123456789” Result => 0x31C3

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Kramer VP-553XL/110V Users Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

1 Introduction

2 Getting Started

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance

2.2 Safety Instructions

2.3 Recycling Kramer Products

3 Overview

3.1 Using the USB Switcher

3.2 Using Twisted Pair Cable for HDBT

3.3 Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) / Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP)

3.4 Defining the VP-553xl Presentation Switcher/Scaler

4 Installing in a Ra ck

5 Connecting the VP-553xl

5.1 Connecting the Balanced Stereo Audio Input and Outputs

6 Controlling the VP-553xl

6.1 Controlling via the Front Panel Buttons

6.1.1 The Auto Adjust Feature

6.2 Using the OSD Menu

6.2.1 The MAIN Menu

6.2.2 The OUTPUT 1 Menu

6.2.2.1 The AUDIO Parameters

6.2.3 The OUTPUT 2 Menu

6.2.3.1 The AUDIO Parameters

6.2.4 The AUD OUT Menu

6.2.5 The AUD SET Menu

6.2.6 The USB Menu

6.2.7 The OSD Menu

6.3 Connecting to the VP-553xl via RS-232

6.4 Operating via Ethernet

6.4.1 Connecting the Ethernet Port Directly to a PC

6.4.2 Connecting the Ethernet Port via a Network Hub or Switch

6.4.3 Control Configuration via the Ethernet Port

6.5 Controlling via the Infrared Remote Control Transmitter

7 Using the Embedded Web Pages

7.1 Browsin g the VP-553xl Web Pages

7.2 The Switching Page

7.2.1 Switching an Input to an Output

7.3 The Scaler Page

7.4 The Device Settings Page

7.4.1 Firmware Upgrade

7.5 The USB Routing Page

7.6 The Audio Settings Page

7.7 The EDID Page

7.8 The Data Routing Page

7.9 The Authentication Page

7.10 The About Page

8 Technical Specifications

8.1 Default Communication Parameters

8.2 Input Resolutions

9.1 Kramer Protocol 3000 Syntax

9.1.1 Host Message Format

Simple Command

Command String

9.1.2 Device Message Format

Device Long Response

9.1.3 Command Terms

9.1.4 Entering Commands

9.1.5 Command Forms

9.1.6 Command Chaining

9.1.7 Maximum String Length

9.2 Kramer Protocol 3000 – Command List

9.3 Kramer Protocol 3000 – Detailed Commands

9.3.1 Port Number Key

9.3.2 The Resolutions key

9.3.3 ROUTE Command Options Key

9.3.4 The Commands

9.3.5 Packe t Protocol Structure

9.3.5.1 Using the Packet Protocol

9.3.5.2 Calculating the CRC