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Kramer VP-728 User Manual

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    Kramer Electronics, Ltd. USER MANUAL Model: Presentation Switcher / Scaler...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    7.2.4 Quick Selection of the PIP Source via the Front Panel Buttons Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel The Infrared Remote Control Transmitter Configuring the VP-728 via the OSD MENU Screens The Input Screen 8.1.1 Reading JPEG Files The Picture Screen...
  • Page 3 Contents Figures Figure 1: VP-728 Presentation Switcher / Scaler Front Panel Figure 2: VP-728 Presentation Switcher / Scaler Rear Panel Figure 3: Connecting the VP-728 Rear Panel Figure 4: Connecting to a PC via RS-232 Figure 5: PIP Source Over Background...
  • Page 4 Table 18: Features and Functions of the TextOverlay Application Table 19: RS-232 PINOUT Connection Table 20: Technical Specifications of the VP-728 Presentation Switchers / Scaler Table 21: Technical Specifications of the RGBHV / RGBS (PC) / RGsB (PC) Input Signal...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    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...

  • Page 6: Getting Started

    Getting Started KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...

  • Page 7: Overview

    Overview Overview The Kramer VP-728 is a 9-input Proscale™ Presentation Switcher / Scaler with unbalanced stereo and digital S/PDIF audio. The VP-728 scales any composite, s-Video (Y/C), component video (YUV), HDMI or computer graphics video signal, as well as jpeg files (via USB) up or down to a selectable graphics or HDTV output resolution and provides glitch-free switching between sources through FTB™...
  • Page 8 • Scales and zooms (to up to 400% of the original size) • Can provide non-linear scaling for 4:3, 16:9 transformation Control your VP-728 directly via the front panel push buttons, or: • By RS-232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system, PC, or other serial controller •...

  • Page 9: About Hdmi

    Overview The VP-728 is housed in a 19” 1U rack mountable enclosure, with rack “ears” included, and is fed from a 100-240 VAC universal switching power supply. 3.1 About HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is an uncompressed all-digital audio/video interface, widely supported in the entertainment and home cinema industry.

  • Page 10: Recommendations For Best Performance

    (often associated with low quality cables) • Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances and position your Kramer VP-728 away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust Your Presentation Switcher / Scaler define the front panel of the VP-728;...

  • Page 11: Figure 1: Vp-728 Presentation Switcher / Scaler Front Panel

    Your Presentation Switcher / Scaler Figure 1: VP-728 Presentation Switcher / Scaler Front Panel Figure 2: VP-728 Presentation Switcher / Scaler Rear Panel...

  • Page 12: Table 1: Front Panel Presentation Switcher / Scaler Features

    INPUT SELECTOR buttons 3 JPEG files on a USB memory stick 4 Can be programmed to mute the audio signal at the same time (see Table 5 Toggles between reset to XGA and reset to 720p KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...

  • Page 13: Table 2: Rear Panel Presentation Switcher / Scaler Features

    Connect to the right unbalanced stereo analog audio acceptor S/PDIF Connect to a digital audio acceptor AUDIO Program Button Push to upgrade to the latest Kramer audio firmware PROG Release for normal operation Terminal Block Connector Connect to a PC for audio firmware upgrade HDMI 1 IN Connector...

  • Page 14: Installing In A Rack

    Installing in a Rack Installing in a Rack This section describes what to do before installing in a rack and how to rack mount. KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...

  • Page 15: Connecting Your Presentation Switcher / Scaler

    1 Although this example shows only several inputs that are connected, you can connect all the inputs simultaneously 2 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VP-728. After connecting your VP-728, switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device...

  • Page 16: Figure 3: Connecting The Vp-728 Rear Panel

    (the power connector is not illustrated in Figure 3 6. If required, connect a PC via RS-232, see section Figure 3: Connecting the VP-728 Rear Panel 1 We recommend that you use only the power cord that is supplied with this machine KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...

  • Page 17: Connecting A Pc

    Connecting your Presentation Switcher / Scaler 6.1 Connecting a PC Figure 4: Connecting to a PC via RS-232...

  • Page 18: Presentation Switcher / Scaler Buttons

    Presentation Switcher / Scaler Buttons Presentation Switcher / Scaler Buttons The VP-728 includes the following front panel buttons: • Nine INPUT selector buttons, see section • A PIP button, see section • BLANK and FREEZE buttons • Six OSD buttons •...

  • Page 19: Activating The Pip Feature

    Presentation Switcher / Scaler Buttons 7.2.1 Activating the PIP Feature You can activate the PIP by: • Pressing the PIP button • Pressing the PIP key on the infrared remote control transmitter (see section 7.4, Figure • Switching on the PIP functionality via the OSD Menu (see Figure 12 Table 7.2.2...

  • Page 20: Toggling Between The Pip And The Screen Source (Swap)

    PIP source on all the video displays and the selected video source on all the graphic displays, compliant to Table 1 Even if the input signal is not connected. In this case the PIP appears over a blank screen KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...

  • Page 21: Table 3: Pip Source Appearance Availability

    Presentation Switcher / Scaler Buttons Table 3: PIP Source Appearance Availability PIP Source Main Source Input 1 Input 2 Input 3 Input 4 VGA 1 VGA 2 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Video Comp. Video Comp. Video Comp. Video Comp. Video Comp.

  • Page 22: Locking And Unlocking The Front Panel

    7.3 Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel To prevent changing the settings accidentally or tampering with the unit via the front panel buttons, lock your VP-728. Unlocking releases the protection mechanism. When the front panel is locked, control is still available via RS-232.

  • Page 23: Figure 7: Infrared Remote Control Transmitter

    Presentation Switcher / Scaler Buttons Figure 7 Table 4 define the infrared Remote Control Transmitter: Table 4: Infrared Remote Control Transmitter Functions Function Freeze Pauses the output video Blank Toggles between a blank screen (blue or black screen) and the display POWER Cycles power Main Source...

  • Page 24: Configuring The Vp-728 Via The Osd Menu Screens

    Configuring the VP-728 via the OSD MENU Screens The OSD superimposes a menu on the screen from which you can configure and control each input signal on your VP-728, using the MENU, ENTER, OSD buttons on the front panel and the remote transmitter.

  • Page 25: The Input Screen

    Configuring the VP-728 via the OSD MENU Screens 8.1 The Input Screen Figure 9 Table 5 define the Input screen. Figure 9: Input Screen Table 5: Input Screen Functions Setting Function Selection Default Source Select the source Input 1, Input 2, Input 3, Input 4, VGA 1, VGA 2,...

  • Page 26: Reading Jpeg Files

    Configuring the VP-728 via the OSD MENU Screens 8.1.1 Reading JPEG Files The VP-728 lets you read JPEG files via the USB input To read JPEG files: 1. Load the JPEG images to the route directory of a USB memory stick.

  • Page 27: The Picture Screen

    Configuring the VP-728 via the OSD MENU Screens 8.2 The Picture Screen The Brightness, Contrast, Color and Hue picture settings are saved individually for each input (except USB). Figure 10 Table 6 define the Picture screen. Figure 10: Picture Screen...

  • Page 28: The Output Screen

    Configuring the VP-728 via the OSD MENU Screens 8.3 The Output Screen Figure 11 Table 7 define the Output screen. Figure 11: Output Screen Table 7: Output Screen Functions Setting Function Selection/Range Default Resolution Set the Native HDMI, 640x480x60Hz, 640x480x75Hz,...

  • Page 29: The Pip Screen

    Configuring the VP-728 via the OSD MENU Screens Setting Function Selection/Range Default Custom Set the Zoom From 100% to 400% Zoom Zoom H-Pan 0 to 31 Zoom V-Pan 0 to 31 8.4 The PIP Screen Figure 12 Table 8 define the PIP screen.

  • Page 30: The Audio Screen

    Configuring the VP-728 via the OSD MENU Screens 8.5 The Audio Screen Figure 13 Table 9 define the Audio screen. Figure 13: Audio Screen Table 9: Audio Screen Functions Setting Function Selection/Range Default Type Select the audio input type Analog or S/PDIF...

  • Page 31: The Geometry Screen

    Configuring the VP-728 via the OSD MENU Screens 8.6 The Geometry Screen Figure 14 Table 10 define the Geometry screen, allowing the user flexibility in positioning his projector relative to the screening surface. Figure 14: Geometry Screen Table 10: Geometry Screen Functions...

  • Page 32: The Setup Screen

    Configuring the VP-728 via the OSD MENU Screens 8.7 The Setup Screen Figure 15 Table 10 define the Setup screen. Figure 15: Setup Screen Table 12: Setup Screen Functions Setting Function Selection/Range Default Save Save a profile From Profile 1 to Profile 8...

  • Page 33: The Slideshow Feature

    Configuring the VP-728 via the OSD MENU Screens 8.7.1 The Slideshow Feature The VP-728 lets you run a slideshow via the USB input and set the slideshow speed via the slideshow feature. To prepare a slideshow: 1. Load the slideshow JPEG images to a USB memory stick.

  • Page 34: Figure 17: Misc Setup Screen

    Configuring the VP-728 via the OSD MENU Screens The Mode Set functions define the desired working resolution and refresh rate when the system cannot distinguish between similar resolutions and refresh rate values (see Table 13). Table 13: Mode Set Functions...

  • Page 35: Table 15: Misc Functions

    Configuring the VP-728 via the OSD MENU Screens Table 15: Misc Functions Setting Function Selection/Range Default Logo Choose ON for the start up logo to appear on On, Off or Custom Kramer the screen Logo OFF for it not to appear...

  • Page 36: Table 16: Input Functions

    Configuring the VP-728 via the OSD MENU Screens Table 16: Input Functions Setting Function Range Default Custom Input Custom Input Custom 1 to custom 4 Custom 1 Horizontal Total 1344 Horizontal sync pulse width Horizontal active start point Horizontal active region...

  • Page 37: Verifying Configuration Details Via The Info Screen

    Configuring the VP-728 via the OSD MENU Screens 8.8 Verifying Configuration Details via the Info Screen From the Information screen (see Figure 18), you can verify the main source, PIP source, the output resolution , the SYNC mode, as well as the firmware revision and the audio board firmware version (for example, 2.9 in...

  • Page 38: Using Text Overlay

    Using Text Overlay The text overlay feature is accessed via the Application Program (AP) Running this AP with the PC connected to the VP-728 lets you display text over the screen, with features including text color and speed, transparency, text position and repetition. Current text overlay settings can be saved and loaded to the AP.

  • Page 39: Table 18: Features And Functions Of The Textoverlay Application

    Using Text Overlay Table 18: Features and Functions of the TextOverlay Application Feature Function Parameter Setting Area Select the Text color Text Color Dropdown Box Background Color Dropdown Set the text background color Transparency Dropdown Box Select On for a transparent background or Off for a non-transparent background Display Height Check Box Set the thickness of the background stripe (72 or 36)

  • Page 40: Audio Flash Memory Upgrade

    Audio Flash Memory Upgrade 10 Audio Flash Memory Upgrade The VP-728 audio firmware is located in FLASH memory, which lets you upgrade to the latest Kramer firmware version in minutes! The process involves: • Downloading from the Internet (see section 10.1)

  • Page 41: Upgrading The Audio Firmware

    Audio Flash Memory Upgrade Table 19: RS-232 PINOUT Connection Connect this PIN on the To this PIN on the Terminal Block Connector: 9-pin D-sub Connector PIN 2 PIN 3 PIN 5 2. Push the AUDIO PROG. button using a small screwdriver. 3.

  • Page 42: Figure 22: Atmel - Flip Window

    Device menu, or press the integrated circuit icon in the upper right corner of the window). The “Device Selection” window appears: Figure 23: Device Selection Window 4. Click the button next to the name of the device and select from the list: AT89C51RD2: KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...

  • Page 43: Figure 24: Selecting The Device Window

    Audio Flash Memory Upgrade AT89C51RD2 T89C51RD2 Figure 24: Selecting the Device Window 5. Click OK and select “Load Hex” from the File menu. Figure 25: Loading the Hex...

  • Page 44: Figure 26: Rs-232 Window

    Audio Flash Memory Upgrade 6. The Open File window opens. Select the correct HEX file that contains the updated version of the firmware for VP-728 (for example 44M_V1p2.hex) and click Open. 7. Press the keyboard shortcut key F3 (or select the “Communication / RS232”...

  • Page 45: Figure 28: Atmel - Flip Window (Operation Completed)

    13. Release the rear panel AUDIO PROG. button, using a small screwdriver. 14. Connect the power to the VP-728. Upon initialization, the new VP-728 audio software version shows in the Information menu (see section 8.8). 1 See also the blue progress indicator on the status bar...

  • Page 46: Technical Specifications

    11 Technical Specifications Table 20 includes the technical specifications: Table 20: Technical Specifications of the VP-728 Presentation Switchers / Scaler INPUTS: 4 x universal Y/CV, Pb/C, Pr (composite, s-Video and component) 1 Vpp/75Ω on RCA connectors; 2 x UXGA on a 15-pin HD connector (VGA through UXGA)

  • Page 47: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Table 21: Technical Specifications of the RGBHV / RGBS (PC) / RGsB (PC) Input Signal Resolution Vertical Frequency (Hz) Notes Resolution Vertical Frequency (Hz) Notes 640x480 1152x864 640x480 Mac13 1152x870 Mac21 640x480 1152x900 640x480 1152x900 640x480 1280x720 720x400 1280x800 720x400 1280x960...

  • Page 48: Table 23: Technical Specifications Of The Y/C, Video Signal

    576p YPbPr Table 25: Technical Specifications of the Component Input Signal Resolution Vertical Frequency (Hz) Remark 1080i YPbPr 1080i YPbPr 1080p YPbPr 1080p YPbPr 720p YPbPr 720p YPbPr 480i YPbPr 480p YPbPr 576i YPbPr 576p YPbPr KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...

  • Page 49: Table 26: Technical Specifications Of The Rgbhv/Comp/Ypbpr Output Signal

    Technical Specifications Table 26: Technical Specifications of the RGBHV/Comp/YPbPr Output Signal Resolution Vertical Frequency (Hz) 640x480 640x480 800x600 800x600 800x600 1024x768 1024x768 1024x768 1280x720 1280x768 1280x768 1280x800 1280x1024 1280x1024 1280x1024 1366x768 1366x768 1400x1050 1400x1050 1600x1200 1600x1200 1920x1080 1920x1200 1680x1050 1080i 1080i 720p 720p...

  • Page 50: Table 27: Technical Specifications Of The Hdmi/Dvi/Rgb Output Signal

    Resolution Vertical Frequency (Hz) 640x480 640x480 800x600 800x600 800x600 1024x768 1024x768 1024x768 1280x720 1280x768 1280x768 1280x800 1280x1024 1280x1024 1280x1024 1366x768 1366x768 1400x1050 1400x1050 1600x1200 1600x1200 1920x1080 1920x1200 1680x1050 1080i 1080i 720p 720p 480p 576p 1080p 1080p KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...
  • Page 51 VP-728 Communication Protocol 12 VP-728 Communication Protocol Serial Configuration: Baud rate: 9600 (Bits per second) Data bits: 8bits Parity: None Stop bits: 1bit Communication confirmation: Send: CR Reply: CR> Set Command: Send: YControl_TypeFunctionParamCR Reply: ZControl_TypeFunctionParamCR> Get Command: Send: YControl_TypeFunctionCR Reply: ZControl_TypeFunctionParamCR>...

  • Page 52: Vp-728 Communication Protocol

    VP-728 Communication Protocol Control Type Function Parameter Description 0: Input 1 1: Input 2 2: Input 3 3: Input 4 4: VGA 1 Input Source 5: VGA 2 6: HDMI 1 7: HDMI 2 8: USB 0: Component 1: YC...
  • Page 53 VP-728 Communication Protocol Control Type Function Parameter Description 0: Off 1: Low Picture Temporal NR 2: Medium 3: High 0: Off 1: Low Picture Mosquito NR 2: Medium 3: High 0: Off Picture Block NR 1: On 0: Off 1: Low...
  • Page 54 VP-728 Communication Protocol Control Type Function Parameter Description 32: 1080p@60Hz 96: Custom1 97: Custom2 98: Custom3 99: Custom4 0: Auto 1: HDMI Output HDMI Type 2: DVI 0: Best Fit 1: Letterbox 2: Follow Output Aspect Ratio 3: Virtual Wide...
  • Page 55 VP-728 Communication Protocol Control Type Function Parameter Description 1 ~ 256 PIP H-Size 1 ~ 256 PIP V-Size 0: Off PIP Frame 1: On 0: Red PIP Frame Color 1: Green 2: Blue 0: Analog Audio Input Type 1: S/PDIF...
  • Page 56 VP-728 Communication Protocol Control Type Function Parameter Description Geometry Reset all 0: Profile 1 1: Profile 2 2: Profile 3 3: Profile 4 Save Setting 4: Profile 5 5: Profile 6 6: Profile 7 7: Profile 8 0: Profile 1...
  • Page 57 VP-728 Communication Protocol Control Type Function Parameter Description 0: Blank & Mute 1: Blank Blank key function 2: Mute 0: Freeze & Mute 1: Freeze Freeze key function 2: Mute 0: Off Freeze 1: On 0: Off Blank 1: On...
  • Page 58 VP-728 Communication Protocol Control Type Function Parameter Description 26: 1280x1024 60 27: 1280x1024 75 28: 1280x1024 76 Sun 29: 1280x1024 85 30: 1400x1050 60 31: 1400x1050 75 32: 1600x1200 60 33: 1680x1050 60 34: 1080i 60 35: 1080i 50 36: 1080p 60...
  • Page 59 VP-728 Communication Protocol Control Type Function Parameter Description 13: 1024x768 60 14: 1024x768 70 15: 1024x768 75 16: 1024x768 75 Mac19 17: 1024x768 85 18: 1024x800 84 Sun 19: 1152x864 75 20: 1152x870 75 Mac21 21: 1152x900 66 Sun 22: 1152x900 76 Sun...
  • Page 60 VP-728 Communication Protocol Control Type Function Parameter Description 512~3071 Advance Input Mode: HT 32~(HS-48) Advance Input Mode: HW 80~(HT-HA-12) Advance Input Mode: HS 640~1920 Advance Input Mode: HA <= (HT-92) 0: Negative polarity Advance Input Mode: HP 1: Positive polarity...

  • Page 61: Error Codes Description

    VP-728 Communication Protocol Control Type Function Parameter Description 0:Custom1 1:Custom2 Advance Output Mode: Custom Output 2:Custom3 3:Custom4 0: Off Overscan 1: On 0: Seamless Switching Mode 1: Fast 0: Manual Auto Image Mode 1: Auto Slideshow Start Slideshow Stop Slideshow Pause...
  • Page 62 EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES The liability of Kramer for any effective products is limited to the repair or replacement of the product at our option. Kramer shall not be liable for: 1. Damage to other property caused by defects in this product, damages based upon inconvenience, loss of use of the product, loss of time, commercial loss;...
  • Page 63 For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors, visit our Web site: www.kramerelectronics.com, where updates to this user manual may be found. We welcome your questions, comments and feedback. Safety Warning: Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening/servicing.

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