Kramer Electronics VP-747T User Manual

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.

USER MANUAL

Model:

VP-747T

Presentation Switcher Co n t rol Panel

Contents

1 Introduction 1

1.1 About the VP-747T Presentation Switcher Control Panel 1

2 Getting Started 2

2.1 Quick Start 2

3 Overview 3 4 Your VP-747T Presentation Switcher Control Panel 4 5 Installing in a Desktop 8 6 Installing on a Rack 10 7 Connecting the VP-747T 11

7.1 Setting the Machine # 12

7.2 Connecting to the VP-747 by Wired Connecti on 13

8 Operating the VP-747 using the VP-747T 14

8.1 Using the VP-747T WIPE DIRECTION Buttons 14

8.2 Making the Transition 15

8.2.1 Making a Transition Manually 15

8.2.2 Making a Transition Automatically 15

9 Technical Specifications 15

Figures

Figure 1: VP-747T Presentati o n S witcher Control Pa ne l 5 Figure 2: VP-747T Presentati o n S witcher Control Pa ne l (Side Panel) Figure 3: Cut Out Dimensions 8 Figure 4: Inserting the VP-747T into the Prepared Cut Out Opening Figure 5: Inserting the Mounting Brackets through the Bracket Slits Figure 6: Securing the VP-747T into the Prepared Cut Out Opening Figure 7: Connecting the VP-747T 12 Figure 8: Connecting the VP-747T RS-485 Ports

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Tables

Table 1: VP-747T Presentation Switcher Control Panel Features 6 Table 2: VP-747T Presentation Switcher Control Pa ne l (Side Panel) Features Table 3: Defining the WIPE DIRECTIONS Buttons Table 4: Technical Specifications of the VP-747T 15

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Introduction

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1 Introduction

Welcome to Kramer Electronics! Since 1981, Kramer Electronics has been providing a world of unique, creat iv e, and aff orda ble s oluti ons to t he vast range of problems that confront the video, a u di o, presen t ation, and broadcasting professional on a daily basis. In recent years, we have redesigned and upgraded most of our line, making the bes t ev en be tter! Our 1,000-plus different models now appear in 11 groups

Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VP-747T Presentation Switcher Control Panel, which is ideal for staging events, as well as:

• Presentation applications that require a preview option

• Projection sy st ems in conf erence r oom s , boa rd rooms, auditoriums, hotels,

and churches

1.1 About the VP-747T Presentation Switcher Control Panel

that are clearly defined by function.

The Kramer VP-747T Presentation Switcher Control Panel is use d to c ont rol the VP-747 Universal Presentati on Matrix Switcher / Scaler

. The Kramer

VP-747T lets you remotely control switcher functions such as input selection, transition effects (that include cut, fade, and wipes) and transition speed.

Note that the VP-747 needs firmware package Master FW 1.03 (Ver . 1.03 or higher) to work with the VP-747T.

The package includes: the VP-747T, gooseneck lamp, null-modem adapter, power supply, rack ears kit user manual

, table-top brackets, 2 mini-XLR connectors and this

1 GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Matrix Switchers; 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 Products 2 A true multi-standard video to graphics scaler and seamless switcher with 2 DVI/HDMI inputs as well as 8 universal inputs comprised of 5 BNC connectors each of w hich can accommodate a composite video, s-Video (Y/C), component video (RGB/YUV), RGBS, or RGBHV signal. It has dual scalers, one for the preview and the other for the pro gram output. Dual scalers are required to do "live" seamless transitions from one source to another 3 A pair of rack ears, two spacers and ten screws 4 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from the Internet at this URL: http://www.kramerelectronics.com

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Getting Started

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 Quick Start

This Quick start chart summarizes the basic steps when connecting a VP-747T:

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3 Overview

Overview

The VP-747T is a unique presentation switcher control panel dedicated specifically to control the VP-747

. It is ergonomically and aesthetically

designed in a rugged, profess i onal 19" 4U ra ck-mountable metal enclosure with the button layout in the style of the VP-747. In particular, the VP-747T:

• Enables special effect transitions between two sources via a robust T-bar

(used for manual control of transition speeds). Alternatively, the effect can be implemented via a TAKE button, with a potentiometer to set the transition speed

• Features single button access to all inputs

—both for the Preview an d for the Program output—and the buttons have removable transparent caps to allow labeling

• Features dedicated single button actions for special effect selection,

immediate freezing and blanking , PIP dis pl ay, and th e ch oi ce of wi pe direction

• Has the user menu—conveniently located on the VP-747T panel—for

complete control of the VP-747

via its Preview OSD

• Consol can be simultaneously connected to up to four VP-747 machines,

using two mini XLR connectors and tw o t erm inal bl ock connector s . The communication is via RS-485, thus allowing the panel to be locate d more than 1km from each VP-747

• Has an RS-232 port for field upgrading of its firmw a re

• With its angled faceplate, may be used freestanding on a table, or mounted

in a desktop or in a 19” rack (when your switcher is rack-mounted near to the source devices, you can conveniently place the VP-747T

on a table or

desk away from the equipment rack)

• Has a gooseneck l amp (in c luded) t h at can be plu gg e d into th e con s ol for

use in low lighting environments

• Is powered by a 12V DC source

1 The VP-747 is also backward compatible to the VP-727T 2 Has two sets of i nput buttons: one that routes the input to the "PROGRAM" output and the other that routes to the "PREVIEW" output

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Your VP-747T Presentation Switcher Control Panel

To achieve the best performance:

• Connect only good qu a lity conne ction cables

• Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances, make sure not to

block the ventilation holes and position your VP-747T

away from

moisture, excessive sunlight and du s t. Be sure t o posi t ion it s traight in the correct horizontal position on the table, desk or rack

4 Your VP-747T Presentation Switcher Control Panel

Figure 1 and Table 1 define the front panel of the VP-747T:

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