Kramer Electronics VP-720xl, VP-719xl, VP-723xl, VP-724xl User Manual
Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Models:
VP-719xl,
VP-720xl,
VP-723xl,
VP-724xl,
Presentation Switcher / Scaler
Presentation Switcher / Scaler
Presentation Switcher / Scaler
Presentation Switcher / Scaler
Contents
Contents
1
Introduction 1
2
Getting Started 1
2.1 Quick Start 2
3
Overview 3
4
Your Presentation Switcher / Scaler 5
5
Installing on a Rack 12
5.1 Before Installing on a Rack 12
5.1.1
5.2 Instructions for Rack-Mounting 12
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6.1 Connecting a PC 15
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7.1 Switching an Input 16
7.2 The PIP Button Feature 17
7.2.1 Selecting the PIP Source 17
7.2.2 Activating the PIP Feature 18
7.2.3 The PIP Source (Orange) Frame 18
7.2.4 Toggling between the PIP and the Screen Source (SWAP) 19
7.2.5 PIP Characteristics 19
7.2.5.1 Resizing the PIP 19
7.2.5.2 Moving the Position of the PIP 20
7.3 Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel 21
7.4 The Infra-Red Remote Control Transmitter 21
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8.1 Controlling the Brightness and Contrast 25
8.2 Controlling the Gamma and Color 26
8.3 Selecting the Source 27
8.4 Controlling the Scale Geometry 27
8.4.1 Setting the Scale Features 28
8.4.2 Adjusting the Zoom Ratio and Position 29
8.4.2.1 Adjusting the Zoom Ratio 30
8.4.2.2 Adjusting the Zoom Position 31
8.5 Configuring via the Utility Screens 32
8.5.1 Choosing the Graphic Utility Settings 32
8.5.2 Choosing the Video Utility Settings 33
8.5.3 Choosing the Audio Utility Settings 34
8.5.4 Choosing the PIP Utility Settings 34
8.5.5 Choosing the Seamless Switch Utility Settings 35
8.5.6 Choosing the OSD Utility Settings 36
8.5.7 Choosing the Output Utility Settings 37
CAUTION!! 12
Connecting your Presentation Switcher / Scaler 13
Presentation Switcher / Scaler Buttons 16
Configuring the VP-724xl via the OSD MENU Screens 24
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8.5.7.1
8.5.8 Choosing Factory Reset 39
8.5.9 Choosing Advanced Utility Settings 39
8.5.9.1 Setting an Input to a Non-standard Resolution (Example) 40
8.6 Verifying Configuration Details via the Information Screen 41
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The User Mode Setting 38
Technical Specifications 42
VP-724xl Communication Protocol 43
Figures
Figure 1: VP-719xl Presentation Switcher / Scaler Front Panel 6
Figure 2: VP-719xl Presentation Switcher / Scaler Rear Panel 6
Figure 3: VP-720xl Presentation Switcher / Scaler Front Panel 7
Figure 4: VP-720xl Presentation Switcher / Scaler Rear Panel 7
Figure 5: VP-723xl Presentation Switcher / Scaler Front Panel 8
Figure 6: VP-723xl Presentation Switcher / Scaler Rear Panel 8
Figure 7: VP-724xl Presentation Switcher / Scaler Front Panel 9
Figure 8: VP-724xl Presentation Switcher / Scaler Rear Panel 9
Figure 9: Connecting the VP-724xl Rear Panel 14
Figure 10: Connecting the PC 15
Figure 11: OSD Input Status 16
Figure 12: PIP Source 17
Figure 13: OSD SWAP Status 19
Figure 14: PIP Size – Split Screen 20
Figure 15: Moving the Position of the PIP 20
Figure 16: Infra-Red Remote Control Transmitter 22
Figure 17: MENU Screen 24
Figure 18: Menu Screen Icons 24
Figure 19: Brightness and Contrast Screen 25
Figure 20: Gamma and Color Screen 26
Figure 21: Source Selection Screen 27
Figure 22: Geometry (Scale and Zoom) Screen 27
Figure 23: Geometry (Scale: Aspect Ratio) Screen – Graphic Source 28
Figure 24: Geometry (Scale: Aspect Ratio) Screen – Video Source 28
Figure 25: Geometry (Zoom) Screen 29
Figure 26: OSD Enlarge Status 30
Figure 27: Geometry (Zoom Ratio) Screen 30
Figure 28: Preset Position Control Keys 31
Figure 29: Navigation Control Keys 31
Figure 30: Geometry (Zoom Position Adjustment) Screen 31
Figure 31: Utility Screen 32
Figure 32: Graphic Setting Utility Screen 32
Figure 33: Video Setting Utility Screen 33
Figure 34: Audio Setting Utility Screen 34
Figure 35: PIP Utility Screen 34
Figure 36: Seamless Switch Utility Screen 35
Figure 37: OSD Setting Utility Screen 36
Figure 38: Output Setting Utility Screen 37
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Figure 39: OSD Output Status 37
Figure 40: Output Setting User Mode Setting Utility Screen 38
Figure 41: Factory Reset Utility Screen 39
Figure 42: Advanced Utility Screen 39
Figure 43: Non-standard Resolution in the Information Screen 41
Figure 44: Information Screen 41
Tables
Table 1: Front Panel Presentation Switcher / Scaler Features 10
Table 2: Rear Panel Presentation Switcher / Scaler Features 11
Table 3: Recommended Ambient Temperature and Humidity Range 12
Table 4: PIP Source Appearance Availability 18
Table 5: Infra-Red Remote Control Transmitter Functions 23
Table 6: Brightness and Contrast Screen Functions 25
Table 7: Gamma and Color Screen Functions 26
Table 8: Geometry Scale Functions 29
Table 9: Geometry Zoom Functions 29
Table 10: Graphic Setting Utility Screen Features 33
Table 11: Video Setting Utility Screen Features 33
Table 12: Audio Setting Utility Screen Features 34
Table 13: PIP Setting Utility Screen Features 35
Table 14: Seamless Switch Utility Screen Features 35
Table 15: OSD Setting Utility Screen Features 36
Table 16: Output Setting Utility Screen Features 37
Table 17: User Mode Setting Definitions 38
Table 18: Advanced Utility Screen Features 39
Table 19: User Define Measure Features 40
Table 20: Technical Specifications of the Presentation Switchers / Scalers 42
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Introduction
1 Introduction
Welcome to Kramer Electronics (since 1981): a world of unique, creative and
affordable solutions to the infinite range of problems that confront the video,
audio and presentation professional on a daily basis. In recent years, we have
redesigned and upgraded most of our line, making the best even better! Our
350-plus different models now appear in 8 Groups1, which are clearly defined
by function. Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VP-719xl/
VP-720xl/VP-723xl /VP-724xl Presentation Switcher / Scaler, which is ideal
for the following typical applications:
Projection systems in conference rooms, boardrooms, auditoriums, hotels and
churches
Production studios, rental and staging
Any application where high quality conversion and switching of multiple and
different video signals to graphical data signals is required for projection
purposes
The package includes the following items:
VP-719xl/VP-720xl/VP-723xl /VP-724xl Presentation Switcher / Scaler
Power cord2
Infra-red remote control transmitter
Null-modem adapter
This user manual3
2 Getting Started
We recommend that you:
Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging
materials for possible future shipment
Review the contents of this user manual
Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables4
1 GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Video and Audio Switchers, Matrix Switchers and Controllers; GROUP 3:
Video, Audio, VGA/XGA Processors; GROUP 4: Interfaces and Sync Processors; GROUP 5: Twisted Pair Interfaces;
GROUP 6: Accessories and Rack Adapters; GROUP 7: Scan Converters and Scalers; and GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors
2 We recommend that you use only the power cord that is supplied with this machine
3 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
4 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
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Getting Started
Display
Plasma Display
Presentation
Utilities Settings
s-Video
2.1 Quick Start
This Quick start chart summarizes the basic steps.
DVI Graphi cs
Source
Brightness
and
Contrast
Computer
Graphics S ource
Gamma and
Color
Normal
Cinema
Nature
User 1
Betacam
Video Player
Select active
source
Player
Aspect Ratio
Zoom
Graphic Setting
Video Setting
Audio Setting
PIP Setting
Seamless Switch
OSD Setting
Output Setting (
refresh rate
Factory Reset
Advanced Features
)
resolution,
Information
Active Input
PIP Source
Resolution
Software Version
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Overview
3 Overview
The VP-719xl/VP-720xl/VP-723xl /VP-724xl is a Presentation Switcher /
Scaler designed for a wide variety of presentation and multimedia
applications. It is a true multi-standard video to RGBHV (pixel) scaler and a
seamless presentation switcher. It converts video, s-Video, component video,
VGA-through-UXGA and DVI signals to a range of user-selectable VESA
and HDTV pixel rates, as well as some other special resolutions. Using the
Presentation Switcher / Scaler, you can select any one of the inputs and scale
that input to the output at the set resolution.
The Presentation Switchers / Scalers support the following user-selectable
pixel rates:
VGA (640x480) 1024x1024i 480p1
SVGA (800x600) 1366x768 720p1
XGA (1024x768) 1365x1024 1080i1
SXGA (1280x1024) 1280x720 1400x1050
UXGA (1600x1200) 720x483 1280x768*2
852x1024i 852x480 User Define3
Each Presentation Switcher / Scaler:
Digitally reprocesses the signal to correct mastering errors, and regenerates the
video at a higher line and pixel rate format, providing native-resolution video for
LCD, DLP and Plasma displays
Up- and down-scales any graphics resolution to any other resolution4
Incorporates a unique graphics-scaling engine with image enhancement
algorithms, which are built into the firmware
Is specifically designed to improve video quality by reducing chroma noise
Scales and zooms (to up to 400% of the original size)
Includes a built-in power amplifier of 2x5Watt RMS, ample to fill a
presentation room. Audio volume can be easily and rapidly controlled via the
front panel buttons
1 Available only on the VP-723xl and VP-724xl machines
2 This is not a standard VESA resolution and its parameters vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. Therfore, use this
resolution with caution. It is also possible to use the parameters of this resolution in combination with the User Defined
resolution. There is also an RS-232 command for this resolution
3 Recommended for advanced users only – non-standard settings may not be recognized by the display device
4 For example, scaling a VGA input to an UXGA output, or an SXGA input to an SVGA output
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Overview
Switches the audio channels in audio-follow-video mode
Includes an OSD (On-Screen Display) – for making adjustments – that can be
located anywhere on the screen, and can be doubled in size
For example, the OSD can be used to deactivate the source prompt, choose the
color of the blank screen, and choose from three seamless switching image
transition speeds
Includes seven1 multi-functional INPUT SELECTOR buttons that can cycle
between selecting a source, freezing that source, or deactivating that source (and
displaying a blank screen), if programmed to do so2
Includes a BLANK button, a MUTE button; a FREEZE button; a RESET TO
VGA button (to hardware-reset the output resolution); and a PANEL LOCK
button
Has two HD15F outputs, that can be used as graphics, or HDTV3 outputs
Incorporates full ProcAmp4 for video correction and enhancement
Offers high quality de-interlacing 3:2/2:2 pulldown5
Can provide non-linear scaling for 4:3, 16:9 transformation6
Supports firmware upgrade via RS-232
Includes non-volatile memory that retains the last setting, after switching the
power off and then on again
Includes a built-in Picture-in-Picture (PIP) inserter (not available on the VP-719xl)
Control your Presentation Switcher / Scaler:
From the front panel buttons
Remotely from the infra-red remote control transmitter
Remotely via RS-232
1 Eight on the VP-724xl
2 See section 8.5.9
3 For VP-723xl and VP-724xl
4 Processing amplification enables adjustment of different video and audio signal parameters
5 Accommodates the frame-rate of a converted movie (24 frames per second) to video frequencies (25 frames per second
(PAL); 30 frames per second (NTSC)
6 See section 8.4.1
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To achieve the best performance:
Connect only good quality connection cables, thus avoiding interference,
deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise- levels
(often associated with low quality cables)
Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances and position your
Kramer VP-719xl/VP-720xl/VP-724xl away from moisture, excessive sunlight
and dust
4 Your Presentation Switcher / Scaler
This section defines each of the Presentation Switcher / Scaler machines:
Figure 1 and Figure 2 illustrate the VP-719xl Presentation Switcher / Scaler
Figure 3 and Figure 4 illustrate the VP-720xl Presentation Switcher / Scaler
Figure 5and Figure 6 illustrate the VP-723xl Presentation Switcher / Scaler
Figure 7 and Figure 8 illustrate the VP-724xl Presentation Switcher / Scaler
Table 1 and Table 2 define the Presentation Switcher / Scaler machines1.
1 Some items, which appear in the table, do not appear in the illustrations since they are not included in that specific machine
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Figure 1: VP-719xl Presentation Switcher / Scaler Front Panel
Figure 2: VP-719xl Presentation Switcher / Scaler Rear Panel
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2
1 Items 10 and 11, which appear in Table 1 are not included in this machine
2 Items 10 and 15, which appear in Table 2 are not included in this machine
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VGA
1
Figure 3: VP-720xl Presentation Switcher / Scaler Front Panel
2
Figure 4: VP-720xl Presentation Switcher / Scaler Rear Panel
1 Item 10, which appears in Table 1 is not included in this machine
2 Items 10 and 15, which appear in Table 2 are not included in this machine
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VGA
Figure 5: VP-723xl Presentation Switcher / Scaler Front Panel
1
Figure 6: VP-723xl Presentation Switcher / Scaler Rear Panel
2
1 Item 10, which appears in Table 1 is not included in this machine
2 Items 10 and 15, which appear in Table 2 are not included in this machine
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Figure 7: VP-724xl Presentation Switcher / Scaler Front Panel
Figure 8: VP-724xl Presentation Switcher / Scaler Rear Panel
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Table 1: Front Panel Presentation Switcher / Scaler Features
# Feature Function
1 POWER Switch Illuminated switch for turning the machine ON or OFF
2 IR Receiver / LED Red when the unit accepts IR remote commands
3 AV1 Press to select the composite video/audio source 1
4 AV2 Press to select the composite video/audio source 2
5 YC1 Press to select the s-Video (Y/C)/audio source 1
1
6 YC2 Press to select the s-Video (Y/C)/audio source 2
7 COMPONENT Press to select the component video/audio source
Buttons
8 DVI Press to select the DVI/audio source
9 VGA2 1 Press to select the VGA/audio source 1
INPUT SELECTOR
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11 PIP Button3 Toggles the picture-in-picture function (see section 7.2)
12 BLANK Button Press to toggle between a blank screen (blue or black screen)4 and the display
13 MUTE Button Press to toggle between muting (blocking out the sound) and enabling the audio
14 FREEZE Button Press to freeze/unfreeze the output video image4
15 MENU Button Displays the OSD menu screen5
16 ENTER Button Moves to the next level in the OSD screen
17 - Button Decreases the range by one step in the OSD screen6
18 DOWN Button Moves down one step (in the same level) in the OSD screen6
19 UP Button Moves up one step (in the same level) in the OSD screen6
20 + Button Increases the range by one step in the OSD screen6
21 RESET TO VGA Button Press and hold for a few seconds7 to reset to the default output resolution
22 PANEL LOCK Button Press and hold to lock/unlock the front panel to prevent unintentional operation
VGA2 2 Press to select the VGA/audio source 2
output
(640x480 @60Hz)
1 When selected, button illuminates. See section 7.1 for details of how to program the INPUT SELECTOR buttons
2 Only the VP-724xl has 2 VGA INPUT SELECTOR buttons. The VP-719xl, VP-720xl and VP-723xl have just 1 VGA
button
3 Not available on the VP-719xl
4 Also available via each INPUT SELECTOR button, when programmed accordingly (see section 7.1)
5 Or moves to the previous level in the OSD screen
6 When pressing the button continuously, you can speed up its response. For step-by-step response, press and release the
button as many times as needed
7 Until you see the screen refresh
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Terminal Block
Table 2: Rear Panel Presentation Switcher / Scaler Features
# Feature Function
1 VIDEO OUT 1
HD15 Connector
2 VIDEO OUT 2
HD15 Connector
3 AV1 Connects to the stereo audio input from composite video source 1
4 AV2 Connects to the stereo audio input from composite video source 2
5 YC1 Connects to the stereo audio input from s-Video source 1
6 YC2 Connects to the stereo audio input from s-Video source 2
7 COMP Connects to the stereo audio input from the component video source
Connectors
8 DVI Connects to the stereo audio input from the DVI graphics source
9 VGA1 1 Connects to the stereo audio input from the VGA graphics source 1
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11 LINE AUDIO OUT Terminal
12 SPKR OUT
13 DVI Connector Connects to the DVI (digital video interface) graphics source
14 VGA1 1 HD15
15 VGA1 2 HD15
16 Y RCA
17 Pb/Cb RCA
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19 YC2 4p Connector Connects to the s-Video source 2
20 AV2 RCA Connector Connects to the composite video source 2
21 YC1 4p Connector Connects to the s-Video source 1
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23 RS-232 DB 9 Connector Connects to PC or Serial Controller
24 Power Connector with Fuse AC connector enabling power supply to the unit
VGA1 2 Connects to the stereo audio input from the VGA graphics source 2
AUDIO IN
Block Connector
Terminal Block Connector
Connector
Connector
Connector
Connector
VIDEO INPUTS
COMPONENT
Pr/Cr RCA
Connector
AV1 RCA Connector Connects to the composite video source 1
Connects to the video acceptor (for example, a plasma display, projector or
monitor) that displays the scaled output
In the default HDTV mode, the signal goes out via 3 PINS: PIN 1 is Pr, PIN 2
is Y, PIN 3 is P
Connects to the video acceptor (for example, a plasma display, projector or
monitor) that displays the scaled output
In the default HDTV mode, the signal goes out via 3 PINS: PIN 1 is Pr, PIN 2
is Y, PIN 3 Pb
Connects to the stereo audio acceptor
Connects to the speakers
Connects to the VGA (analog interface) graphics source 1. When
connecting an HDTV source, the signal goes in via 3 PINS: PIN 1 is Y, PIN
2 is Pb, and PIN 3 is Pr
Connects to the VGA (analog interface) graphics source 2. When
connecting an HDTV source, the signal goes in via 3 PINS: PIN 1 is Y, PIN
2 is Pb, and PIN 3 is Pr
Connect to the component (Y, Pb/Cb, Pr/Cr) or RGB video source. If RGB
colorspace is used, connect as follows:
For video frequencies2, connect:
Green to the Y connector
Blue to the Pb/Cb connector
Red to the Pr/Cr connector
For Graphics frequencies3, connect:
Red to the Y connector
Green to the Pb/Cb connector
Blue to the Pr/Cr connector
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1 Only the VP-724xl has 2 VGA connectors. The VP-719xl, VP-720xl and VP-723xl have just 1 VGA connector
2 50Hz or 60Hz interlaced video
3 Including HD (480p, 576p, 720p and 1080i)
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5 Installing on a Rack
This section describes what to do before installing the Presentation Switcher /
Scaler on a rack (see section 5.1) and how to install on a rack (see section 5.2).
5.1 Before Installing on a Rack
Before installing the machine in a 19" rack, be sure that the environment is
within the recommended range:
Table 3: Recommended Ambient Temperature and Humidity Range
Operating temperature range +5 to +45 Deg. Centigrade
Operating humidity range 5 to 65 % RHL, non-condensing
Storage temperature range -20 to +70 Deg. Centigrade
Storage humidity range 5 to 95% RHL, non-condensing
5.1.1 CAUTION!!
When installing the machine in a 19" rack, avoid hazards by taking care that:
1. It is located within the recommended environmental conditions, as the
operating ambient temperature of a closed or multi-unit rack assembly
may exceed the room ambient temperature.
2. Once rack-mounted, enough air will still flow around the machine.
3. The machine is placed straight in the correct horizontal position.
4. You do not overload the circuit(s). When connecting the machine to the
supply circuit, overloading the circuits might have a detrimental effect on
overcurrent protection and supply wiring. Refer to the appropriate
nameplate ratings for information. For example, for fuse replacement, see
the value printed on the product label.
5. The machine is earthed (grounded) in a reliable way and is connected
only to an electricity socket with grounding. Pay particular attention to
supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit (for
example, the use of power strips), and that you use only the power cord
that is supplied with the machine.
5.2 Instructions for Rack-Mounting
To install the machine in a 19" rack, place the rack ears of the machine
against the rack rails of the rack, and insert the proper rack screws through
each of the four holes in the rack ears1.
1 Always mount the machine in the rack before you attach any cables or connect the machine to the power. If you are using a
Kramer rack adapter kit (for a machine that is not 19"), refer to the Rack Adapters user manual (download it at:
http://www.kramerelectronics.com) for installation instructions
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6 Connecting your Presentation Switcher / Scaler
To connect the VP-724xl for example1 (see Figure 9), do the following2:
1. Connect one or more of the following video sources:
2 composite video sources: “AV Source 1” and “AV Source 2”, to the
RCA connectors AV1 and AV2, respectively
2 s-Video sources: “s-Video Source 1” and “s-Video Source 2”, to the 4p
connectors, YC1 and YC2, respectively
A component video3 source, for example, a “Betacam VCR”, to the 3
RCA connectors, Y, Pb/Cb, and Pr/C
2 VGA graphics sources5: “VGA Graphics Source 1” and “VGA Graphics
Source 2”, to the HD15 connectors VGA 1 and VGA 2, respectively
A DVI graphics source, to the DVI connector
2. Connect the stereo audio sources6 (not illustrated in Figure 9):
The audio of “CV Source 1” and “CV Source 2” to the AUDIO IN AV1
and AV2 terminal block connectors, respectively
The audio of “s-Video 1” and “s-Video 2” to the AUDIO IN YC1 and
YC2 terminal block connectors, respectively
The audio of the component video source, the “Betacam VCR”, to the
AUDIO IN COMP terminal block connector
The audio of the “DVI Graphics Source ” to the AUDIO IN DVI terminal
block connector
The audio of “VGA Graphics Source 1” and “VGA Graphics Source 2” to
the AUDIO IN VGA1 and VGA 2 terminal block connectors, respectively
3. Connect the “VIDEO OUT 1” and “VIDEO OUT 2” HD15F connectors7
to the video acceptors, for example, a Plasma monitor and a VGA
monitor.
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1 From this section on, all the information is relevant to the VP-719xl, VP-720xl, VP-723xl and VP-724xl machines, unless
noted otherwise
2 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VP-724xl. After connecting your VP-724xl, switch on its
power and then switch on the power on each device
3 Sometimes called YUV, or Y, B-Y, R-Y, or Y, Pb, Pr
4 Alternatively, you can connect an RGB signal (not shown in Figure 9), as follows: Red to the Y connector, Green to the
Pb/Cb connector, and Blue to the Pr/Cr connector
5 Available only on the VP-724xl, other models in this series have only one VGA graphic source
6 As required. Not all devices need to be connected
7 In the HDTV mode, the signal goes out via 3 PINS: PIN 1 is Red or Pr, PIN 2 is Green or Y, PIN 3 is Blue or Pb
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