Kramer Electronics RB-6 User Manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS L T D .

P/N: 2900

USER MANUAL

MODEL:

RB -6

6 Channel Power Controller

-30 0024 Rev 1

RB-6 – Contents

Contents

1 Introduction 1 2 Getting Started 2

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2

2.2 Safety Instructions 2

2.3 Recycling Kramer Products 3

3 Overview 4

3.1 Using the IR Transmitter 4

4 Defining the RB-6 6 Channel Power Controller 5 5 Installing in a Rack 8 6 Connecting the RB-6 9

6.1 Connecting Devices to the RB-6 9

6.2 Connecting to the RB-6 via Ethernet 10

6.3 Connecting to the RB-6 via RS-232 14

6.4 Connecting a PC or Controller to the RS-485 Port 15

7 Operating the RB-6 Locally 17

7.1 Operating the RB-6 via the Front Panel Buttons 17

7.2 Resetting the RB-6 to Factory Defaults 18

8 Operating the RB-6 Remotely Using the Web Pages 19

8.1 Accessing the RB-6 Embedded Web Pages 19

8.2 The Panel Page 21

8.3 The Scheduler Page 22

8.4 The Configurations Page 23

9 Firmware Update 25 10 Technical Specifications 26 11 Default Communication Parameters 27 12 RB-6 Communication Protocol 28

12.1 Syntax 28

12.2 Supported Commands 31

Figures

Figure 1: RB-6 6 Channel Power Controller Front and Rear Panels 5 Figure 2: RB-6 (US) 6 Channel Power Controller Front and Rear Panels 6 Figure 3: Connecting to the RB-6 Rear Panel 9 Figure 4: Local Area Connection Properties Window 11 Figure 5: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window 11 Figure 6: K-Upload Main Screen 12 Figure 7: Connect Screen 13 Figure 8: Device Properties Screen 14 Figure 9: Crossed Cable RS-232 Connection 15 Figure 10: Straight Cable RS-232 Connection with a Null Modem Adapter 15 Figure 11: Entering the IP Address in your Browser 19 Figure 12: Loading the Embedded Web Pages 20 Figure 13: Security Warning 20

RB-6 - Introduction

Figure 14: Panel Page 21 Figure 15: The Scheduler Page 22 Figure 16: The Configurations Page 23

RB-6 – Introduction

1 Introduction

Welcome to Kramer Electronics! Since 1981, Kramer Electronics has been providing a world of unique, creative, and affordable solutions to the vast range of problems that confront video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting professionals on a daily basis. In recent years, we have redesigned and upgraded most of our line, making the best even better!

Our 1,000-plus different models now appear in 11 groups that are clearly defined by function: GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Routers; GROUP 3: Control Systems; GROUP 4: Format/Standards Converters; GROUP 5: Range Extenders and Repeaters; GROUP 6: Specialty AV Products; GROUP 7: Scan Converters and Scalers; GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors; GROUP 9: Room Connectivity; GROUP 10: Accessories and Rack Adapters and GROUP 11: Sierra Video Products.

Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer RB-6 6 Channel Power Controller, which is ideal for the following typical applications:

 Production studios  Large multimedia displays  Home entertainment installations

RB-6 - Getting Started

Go to http://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/product_downloads.asp to check for up-to-date user manuals, application programs, and to check if firmware upgrades are available (where appropriate).

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

Caution:

There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit

Warning:

You use only the power cord that is supplied with the unit. Do not open the unit. High voltages can cause electrical shock! Servicing by qualified personnel only

Warning:

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

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

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance

To achieve the best performance:

 Use only good quality connection cables to avoid interference (often

associated with low quality cables)

 Do not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils  Position your Kramer RB-6 away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust

2.2 Safety Instructions

RB-6 – Getting Started

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

RB-6 - Overview

3 Overview

The Kramer RB-6 is a high-performance, high-voltage power supply that supplies power to up to six external units.

The RB-6 features:

 Two power outlets with on/off push-button as well as full voltage control  Four power outlets with on/off push-button control  Individual push-button LEDs to indicate which outlets are live  Remote control via Ethernet (with built-in Web pages), RS-232 and RS-485  Availability in European and American versions

The RB-6 is housed in a 19-inch, 1U, rack-mountable enclosure and is powered by a 100–240V AC universal switching power supply. The RB-6 is for use in Europe with 220V AC European power sockets and the RB-6 (US) is for use in America with 110V AC American power sockets. RB-6 is printed on the front panel of both models.

3.1 Using the IR Transmitter

You can use the RC-IR3 IR transmitter to control the machine via the built-in IR receiver on the front panel or instead, via an optional external IR receiver (Model: C-A35M/IRR-50). The external IR receiver can be located up to 15m (49ft) away from the machine. This distance can be extended to up to 60m (197ft) when used with three extension cables (Model: C-A35M/A35F-50).

Before using the external IR receiver be sure to arrange for your Kramer dealer to insert the internal IR connection cable (P/N: 505-70434010-S) with the 3.5mm connector that fits into the REMOTE IR opening on the rear panel. Connect the external IR receiver to the REMOTE IR 3.5mm connector.

RB-6 – Defining the RB

-6 6 Channel Power Controller

4 Defining the RB-6 6 Channel Power Controller

Figure 1 defines the RB-6 6 Channel Power Controller.

Figure 1: RB-6 6 Channel Power Controller Front and Rear Panels

RB-6 – Defining the RB

-6 6 Channel Power Controller

Figure 2 defines the RB-6 (US) 6 Channel Power Controller.

Figure 2: RB-6 (US) 6 Channel Power Controller Front and Rear Panels

RB-6 - Defining the RB-6 6 Channel Power Controller

Feature

Function

IR Receiver

Infrared remote control sensor

IR LED

Lights yellow when receiving commands from the IR remote control transmitter

POWER LED

Lights green when the device is powered on

ACTIVE OUTPUTS Buttons (1 to 4)

Press a button to turn on the output. The relevant button LED lights red. Press the button again to turn the output off. The button LED no longer lights

ACTIVE OUTPUTS 5

Controls

MAX

Press to set the output voltage to maximum. Press and hold to set the current setting as the maximum voltage

MIN

Press to set the output voltage to minimum. Press and hold to set the current setting as the minimum voltage

Rotary control

Turn clockwise to increase or anti-clockwise to decrease the output voltage

ACTIVE OUTPUTS 6

Controls

MAX

Press to set the output voltage to maximum. Press and hold to set the current setting as the maximum voltage

MIN

Press to set the output voltage to minimum. Press and hold to set the current setting as the minimum voltage

Rotary control

Turn clockwise to increase or anti-clockwise to decrease the output voltage

PROGRAM Switch

For the use of Kramer service personnel only

RS-232 9-pin D-sub Connector (F)

Connect to an RS-232 controller, such as a PC (see Section 6.3)

REMOTE IR 3.5mm Opening

For installing the optional external IR receiver 3.5mm mini jack (see

Section 3.1)

ETHERNET RJ-45 Connector

Connect to a remote PC controller over a LAN (see Section 6.2) 11

OUT 1~4 Power Sockets

Plug in devices to be controlled only on and off

OUT 5~6 Power Sockets

Plug in devices to be controlled on/off, and a dimming function using the minimum/maximum rotary controls (see 5 and 6)

IN—POWER—ON Power Socket

Connect to the mains power

Mains Fuse

Fuse for protecting the RB-6

Mains Switch

Switch for turning the device on and off

RESET Switch

Press and hold while turning power on to reset the device to factory default condition

TERM RS-485 Switch

Push up to terminate the RS-485 bus (see Section 6.4)

RS-485 3-pin Terminal Block

Connect to a controller equipped with an RS-485 port (see

Section 6.4)

The following table refers to both Figure 1 and Figure 2.

RB-6 - Installing in a Rack

5 Installing in a Rack

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