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KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.
USER MANUAL
MODELS:
SL-14RC/N
Master Controller
RC-3TB
Remote Control Panel (Optional)
RC-3TBU
Remote Control Panel (Optional)
P/N: 2900-300178 Rev 2
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Contents
1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 2
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2
3 Overview 3
4 Defining the SL-14RC/N Master Controller 5
5 Defining the Remote Control Panels 7
5.1 Defining the RC-3TB Remote Control Panel 7
5.2 Defining the RC-3TBU Remote Control Panel 9
6 Installing in a Rack 11
7 Connecting the SL-14RC/N 12
7.1 Connecting the RS-232 Interface 13
7.2 Connecting the Ethernet Port 13
7.3 Connecting RC-3TB/U Remote Control Panels (Optional) 14
8 Operating the SL-14RC/N 16
9 Installing and Using RC-3TBU Configurator Software 17
9.1 Installing the RC-3TBU Configurator Software 17
9.2 Using the RC-3TBU Configurator Software 17
9.3 Saving and Loading a Configuration 19
10 Front Panel Button Caps and Labels 20
10.1 Installing the Front Panel Button Caps and Labels 21
10.2 Replacing the Front Panel Button Labels 21
11 Technical Specifications 22
Figures
Figure 1: SL-14RC/N Master Controller Front Panel 5
Figure 2: SL-14RC/N Master Controller Rear Panel 6
Figure 3: RC-3TB Remote Control Panel Components 7
Figure 4: RC-3TBU Remote Control Panel Components 9
Figure 5: Connecting the SL-14RC/N Master Controller 12
Figure 6: RS-232 Connection 13
Figure 7: K-NET to RC-3TB/U Connection 14
Figure 8: Daisy-chaining Multiple RC-3TB/U Panels 15
Figure 9: RC-3TBU Connection Method Window 18
Figure 10: RC-3TBU Configurator Software Switch Drop-down List 18
Figure 11: Saving and Loading Projects 19
Figure 12: Sample Button Label Sheet 20
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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 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 SL-14RC/N Master Controller, which
is ideal for the following typical applications:
• Controlling multimedia rooms, such as classrooms, auditoriums, conference
rooms, and so on, while enabling remote control and management of the AV
equipment
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2 Getting Started
We recommend that you:
• Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging
materials for possible future shipment
• Review the contents of this user manual
Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables
Use only the power cord that is supplied with this machine
Go to http://www.kramerelectronics.com to check for up-to-date
user manuals, application programs, and to check if firmware
upgrades are available (where appropriate).
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance
To achieve the best performance:
• Use only good quality connection cables to avoid interference, deterioration
in signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise levels (often
associated with low quality cables)
• Do not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils
• Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely
influence signal quality
• Position your Kramer SL-14RC/N away from moisture, excessive sunlight
and dust
2 SL-14RC/N - Getting Started
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