
KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.
USER MANUAL
MODEL:
TP-410
UXGA-Audio-RS-232 Line
Transmitter / DA
-000733 Rev 3

Contents
1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 2
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2
3 Overview 3
3.1 Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) / Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) 4
3.2 Defining EDID 4
3.3 Defining the TP-410 UXGA-Audio-RS-232 Line Transmitter / DA 4
4 Installing in a Rack 8
5 Connecting the TP-410 9
5.1 Connecting the TP-410 9
5.2 Connecting to the TP-410 via an RS-232 Connection 11
5.3 Connecting to the TP-410 via an RS-485 Connection 11
5.4 Connecting to the TP-410 via the ETHERNET 12
5.5 Connecting Several TP-410 Units 14
6 Configuration and Distribution of Control Data 15
6.1 The Local Mode 15
7 The SETUP DIP-switches 19
7.1 Setting the Machine Number 19
7.2 Setting the RS-232/RS-485 Baud Rate DIP-switches 20
7.3 Setting the RS-485 Bus Termination 21
8 Wiring the CAT 5 LINE IN / LINE OUT RJ-45 Connectors 22
9 Acquiring the EDID 23
10 Flash Memory Upgrade 24
11 Technical Specifications 25
11.1 Communication Parameters 26
12 Default EDID 27
13 Kramer Communication Protocol 2000 28
Figures
UFigure 1: TP-410 UXGA-Audio-RS-232 Line Transmitter / DA Front PanelU 5
UFigure 2: TP-410 UXGA-Audio-RS-232 Line Transmitter / DA Rear PanelU 6
UFigure 3: Connecting the TP-410, UXGA-Audio-RS-232 Line Transmitter / DAU 10
UFigure 4: RS-232 PinoutU 11
UFigure 5: Local Area Connection Properties WindowU 13
UFigure 6: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties WindowU 13
UFigure 7: Connecting Multiple TP-410 UnitsU 14
UFigure 8: Local Control via RS-232U 16
UFigure 9: Control via the EthernetU 16
UFigure 10: RS-232 Remote ControlU 17
UFigure 11: Connecting Multiple TP-410 Units via RS-485U 18
UFigure 12: The Address # DIP-switchesU 19
UFigure 13: TP-410 Baud Rate DIP-switchesU 20
UFigure 14: TP-410 DIP-switch RS-485 TerminationU 21
UFigure 15: CAT 5 PINOUTU 22
TP-410 – Contents i

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 broadcast i ng 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 GRO UP 11:
Sierra Video Products.
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer TP-410 UXGA-Audio-RS-232 Line
Transmitter / DA. This product, which incorporates HDMI™ technology, is ideal for:
• Transmission of video, audio and RS-232 signals for extended distances
over standard STP/UTP cables
• Multimedia and presentation source and acceptor selection
TP-410 – Introduction 1

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 TP-410 away from moisture, excessive sunlight and
dust
2 TP-410 - Getting Started