Kramer SP-10D User manual

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Model:
SP-10D
Digital Video Processor

Contents
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Contents
1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 1
3 Overview 1
4 Your SP-10D Digital Video Processor 2
5 Installing on a Rack 6
6 Connecting Your SP-10D Digital Video Processor 7
6.1 Connecting a PC 8
6.2 Dipswitch Settings 8
7 Operating the SP-10D Digital Video Processor 10
7.1 Storing/Recalling Setups 12
7.2 Locking the Front Panel 12
8 Technical Specifications 13
9 Communication Protocol 14
Figures
Figure 1: SP-10D Digital Video Processor 3
Figure 2: Connecting a PC without using a Null-modem Adapter 8
Figure 3: Connecting the SP-10D Digital Video Processor 9
Tables
Table 1: Front Panel SP-10D Digital Video Processor 4
Table 2: Rear Panel SP-10D Digital Video Processor 5
Table 3: Dipswitch Settings 8
Table 4: Test Signals 9
Table 5: Technical Specifications of the SP-10D Digital Video Processor 13
Table 6: Protocol Definitions 14

Introduction
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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 Groups
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, which are clearly defined
by function.
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer SP-10D Digital Video
Processor. This product is ideal for:
 Video broadcasting and editing studios
 All postproduction uses
 Presentation applications for multi-standard / multi-format sources use
The package includes the following items:
 SP-10D Digital Video Processor
 Power cord, Null-modem adapter and this user manual
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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
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3 Overview
The unique SP-10D is a multi-standard / multi-format broadcast-quality video
processor – ProcAmp, TBC, format converter (for mixing different types of
equipment), and standards converter. It is a universal single-box solution for
all your video processing requirements.
In particular, the SP-10D Digital Video Processor includes the following:
 Inputs: Composite video, s-Video, Component video (YUV or RGB/S),
and Genlock
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 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from the Internet at this URL: http://www.kramerelectronics.com
3 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com

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Your SP-10D Digital Video Processor
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 Outputs
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: Composite video, s-Video, Component video (YUV, RGsB,
RGBS, RGBHV), “Before/after” split-screen, and Genlock loop
 Video Standards
2
: PAL-B/D/G/H/I/M/N, NTSC-3.58/4.43, SECAM
 ProcAmp functions: video gain, brightness, contrast, color, hue, and
sharpness (independent H and V)
 A full range of color control features in both YUV and RGB colorspaces
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 Four-field memory for the highest picture quality
 Timing: Genlocked to an external video reference with control of H-delay
and SCH phase. Alternatively, the unit can synthesize its own timing to
provide a full time-base-corrected (TBC) output
 Individual H and V Chroma – Luma delay
In addition, the SP-10D Digital Video Processor includes:
 16 non-volatile memory setups that are available for saving the settings
 Powerdown save, Picture freeze, and a screen splitter that provides
simultaneous "before and after" image comparison on one monitor
 Full 10-bit digital processing throughout, for the highest possible video quality
Control the SP-10D:
 Using the front panel buttons and the 7-segment display
 Remotely, by RS-232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen
system, PC, or other serial controller
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 that may
adversely influence signal quality and position your Kramer SP-10D away
from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust
4 Your SP-10D Digital Video Processor
Figure 1, Table 1, and Table 2 define the SP-10D Digital Video Processor.
1 All output formats are always available
2 The SP-10D can be used for conversion to any video standard. When transcoding between NTSC and PAL/SECAM, the
SP-10D uses a unique adaptive processing algorithm, which produces a high quality slow-motion picture, without blurred
dynamic parts (something that commonly confuses many high-grade transcoders). The SP-10D processes "slow" scenes using
four TV fields, and portions of "fast" scenes using two TV fields. The SP-10D combines both methods for each TV frame
3 RGB and YUV inputs, RGB and YUV outputs, and independent control of RED, GREEN and BLUE; and Y, R-Y and B-Y

Your SP-10D Digital Video Processor
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Figure 1: SP-10D Digital Video Processor

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Your SP-10D Digital Video Processor
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Table 1: Front Panel SP-10D Digital Video Processor
# Feature Function
1 POWER Switch Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF
2 INPUT STANDARD LEDs Cycle between PAL B, PAL N, PAL M, NTSC 3, NTSC 4, and
SECAM. The corresponding LED lights
3 INPUT Selector Button Press to select the source, illuminating the appropriate LED
4 INPUT LEDs Cycle between the video sources: CV, YC, YUV, and RGB/S. The
corresponding LED lights
5 AUTO Button Toggles between automatically recognizing the input standard
(lighting the appropriate LED) and the manual selection mode
6 OUTPUT STANDARD LEDs Cycle between PAL B, PAL N, PAL M, NTSC 3, NTSC 4, and
SECAM. The corresponding LED lights
7 (COMPONENT) OUTPUT Button
Selects the component video output signal
8 COMPONENT OUTPUT LEDs Cycle between YUV, RGB, and RGBS. The corresponding LED
lights
9 STANDARDS Button Selects the output video standard
10
SPLITTER Button Press the SPLITTER button and adjust the position of the
boundary between the edited image and the original image, using
the + and – buttons
11
SCH Button Press the SCH button and adjust the subcarrier to horizontal
phase relative to the Genlock source, using the + and – buttons
12
GENLOCK Button Press to enable GENLOCK operation
13
DELAY Button Press the DELAY
1
button and adjust the H-delay of the output
signal relative to the Genlock source, using the + and – buttons
14
V-SHARP Button Press the V-SHARP button and adjust the vertical sharpness using
the + and – buttons
15
H-SHARP Button Press the H-SHARP button and adjust the horizontal sharpness
using the + and – buttons
16
BRIGHTNESS Button Press the BRIGHT button and adjust using the + and – buttons
17
CONTRAST Button Press the CONTRAST button and adjust using the + and – buttons
18
V-SHIFT Button Press the V-SHIFT button and adjust V-Chroma-Luma delay using
the + and – buttons to enable vertical shifting of the image
19
H-SHIFT Button Press the H-SHIFT button and adjust H-Chroma-Luma delay using
the + and – buttons to enable horizontal shifting of the image
20
GAIN Button Press the VIDEO GAIN button and adjust using the +
2
and –
3
buttons
21
Y/GREEN Button Press the Y
4
/GREEN
5
button
6
and adjust using the + and – buttons
22
U/BLUE Button Press the U
4
/BLUE
5
button
6
and adjust using the + and – buttons
23
V/RED Button Press the V
4
/RED
5
button
6
and adjust using the + and – buttons
24
YUV/RGB LEDs Cycle between the different color spaces of color control: YUV and
RGB. The corresponding LED lights
1 Data delay problems, especially with long cables, occur when electronic signals travel via coaxial cable and the picture
shifts mainly in the horizontal axis (due to unequal delays between the sync signals and data). Center the picture by pressing
the DELAY button and adjust via the + and – buttons
2 To add brightness
3 To fade the picture in and out
4 For YUV
5 For RGB
6 When the COLOR SPACE button is selected

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# Feature Function
25
COLOR SPACE Button Press to select the color space of the color control; if the COLOR
SPACE button is not illuminated, color control is disabled
26
HUE Button Press the HUE
1
button and adjust using the + and – buttons
27
COLOR Button Press the COLOR
2
button and adjust using the + and – buttons
28
STORE Button Stores the current setup in the non-volatile memory
29
RECALL Button Recalls a setup from the non-volatile memory
30
7-segment Display Displays data when using a front panel button
31
+ Button Press to increase the level
32
- Button Press to decrease the level
33
FREEZE Button Pauses the output video
34
PANEL LOCK Button Disengages the front panel buttons
Table 2: Rear Panel SP-10D Digital Video Processor
# Feature Function
35 CV BNC Connector Connects to the composite video source
36 Y/C 4p Connector Connects to the s-Video source
37 G/Y BNC Connector
38 R/R-Y BNC Connector
39 B/B-Y BNC Connector
Connects to the RGB (connect all 3 connectors: G,
B, and R), or YUV (connect all 3 connectors: Y, B-
Y, and R-Y), or RGBS (connect all 4 connectors: G,
B, R and S
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) video source
40
INPUTS
SYNC BNC Connector Connects to the external video sync source
41 SPLITTER BNC Connector Connects to the split image acceptor
42 Y/C 4p Connector Connects to the s-Video (Y/C) acceptor
43 CV BNC Connector Connects to the composite video acceptor
44 G/Y BNC Connector
45 R/R-Y BNC Connector
46 B/B-Y BNC Connector
47 Vs (vertical sync)/Cs
4
BNC Connector
48
OUTPUTS
Hs (horizontal sync)/Cs
4
BNC Connector
Connects to the RGB (connect all 3 connectors: G,
B, and R), or YUV (connect all 3 connectors: Y,
B-Y, and R-Y), or RGBS (connect all 4 connectors:
G, B, R and any Cs), or RGBHV (connect all 5
connectors: G, B, R, Hs and Vs) video acceptor
49 LOOP BNC Connector Connects to the next Genlocked unit
50 SYNC BNC Connector Connects to the Genlock source
51 Term Button Press to terminate the Genlock source (75) or
release for looping
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52 RS-232 Port Connects to the PC or the Remote Controller
53 SETUP Dipswitches Dipswitches setup (see section 6.2)
54 Power Connector with Fuse AC connector enabling power supply to the unit
1 Available in all input and output formats and standards
2 Pressing the + button enhances dull colors. Pressing the – button reduces distortion (snow)
3 Item 6 below
4 To use Cs (Composite Sync), set Dipswitch 2 ON (see Table 3 for details)
5 Push in to terminate the input. Release when the input extends to another unit

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Installing on a Rack
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5 Installing on a Rack
This section describes what to do before installing on a rack and how to rack
mount.
Before Installing on a Rack
Before installing on a rack, be sure that the environment is
within the recommended 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
CAUTION!!
When installing on 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.
How to Rack Mount
To rack-mount the machine:
1 Attach both ear brackets to the
machine. To do so, remove the
screws from each side of the
machine (3 on each side), and
replace those screws through
the ear brackets.
2 Place the ears of the machine
against the rack rails, and insert
the proper screws (not provided)
through each of the four holes in
the rack ears.
Note that:
In some models, the front panel
may feature built-in rack ears
Detachable rack ears can be
removed for desktop use
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"), see the Rack Adapters user
manual for installation instructions
(you can download it at:
http://www.kramerelectronics.com)

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6 Connecting Your SP-10D Digital Video Processor
You can use your SP-10D to convert composite video, s-Video, or component
video (YUV or RGB/S) signals to composite video, s-Video, and
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component
video (YUV, RGsB, RGBS, RGBHV). The processing can be evaluated on a
“Before/after” split-screen, as the example in Figure 3 illustrates.
To connect the SP-10D Digital Video Processor, do the following
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:
1. Connect the following sources to the SP-10D:
 The composite video source (for example, a video player) to the CV
INPUT BNC connector
 The s-Video source (for example, an s-Video player) to the Y/C INPUT 4p
connector
2. Connect the component video INPUT BNC connectors, G/Y, B/B-Y, and
R/R-Y to either a YUV or an RGB video source, as follows:
 A Betacam video player source to G/Y, R/R-Y, and B/B-Y, or
 A camera (RGBS) source to G/Y, R/R-Y, B/B-Y and SYNC
3. Connect the following acceptors to the SP-10D:
 The SPLITTER OUTPUT BNC connector to a composite video display
 The Y/C OUTPUT 4p connector to an s-Video display
 The CV OUTPUT BNC connector to a composite video display
 The five BNC OUTPUTS connectors: G/Y, B/B-Y, R/R-Y, Vs/Cs, and
Hs/Cs to a video acceptor (for example, a plasma display)
4. Connect the LOOP BNC connector to the next SP-10D Genlocked unit
(if required) and release the Term button for looping
3
.
5. Connect a Genlock source to the SYNC BNC connector.
6. Connect a PC or other controller, if required (see section 6.1).
7. Set the dipswitches (see section 6.2).
8. Connect the power cord
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(not illustrated in Figure 3).
1 All output formats are always available. However, when only one output is required, connect that output of the SP-10D, and
leave the other outputs unconnected
2 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your SP-10D. After connecting your SP-10D, switch on its
power and then switch on the power on each device
3 Pushed in terminates the input. Release when the input extends to another unit
4 We recommend that you use only the power cord that is supplied with this machine

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6.1 Connecting a PC
To connect a PC to the SP-10D unit, using the Null-modem adapter provided
with the machine (recommended):
 Connect the RS-232 DB9 rear panel port on the SP-10D unit to the
Null-modem adapter and connect the Null-modem adapter with a 9 wire flat
cable to the RS-232 DB9 port on your PC
To connect a PC to the SP-10D unit, without using a Null-modem adapter:
 Connect the RS-232 DB9 port on your PC to the RS-232 DB9 rear panel
port on the SP-10D unit, as Figure 2 illustrates
Figure 2: Connecting a PC without using a Null-modem Adapter
6.2 Dipswitch Settings
The SP-10D dipswitch settings are defined in Table 3 and Table 4:
Table 3: Dipswitch Settings
Dipswitch Set as follows:
1 Pedestal ON for pedestal of output signal (7.5 IRE offset selection for NTSC); OFF for no pedestal
2 HsVs/Cs ON for Composite Sync on outputs Hs/Cs and Vs/Cs; OFF for Horizontal Sync on
Hs/Cs, and Vertical Sync on Vs/Cs outputs
3 Secam VBI ON for insert identification signals occupying 9 lines of field-blanking period (only for
SECAM output standard) (bottle pulses); OFF for no insert (no bottle pulses)
4,5,6
Test Signals The status of these dipswitches defines the test signal: see Table 4
7 AGC ON for enabling automatic gain control; OFF for disabling automatic gain control
8 ADDR For selecting one of two machine addresses (defining the machine address)

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Table 4: Test Signals
FUNCTION DIP 4 DIP 5 DIP 6
VITS 330 (Modulated Staircase) – full field mode ON ON ON
No Signal
1
OFF OFF OFF
Split 75% Bar Generator ON ON OFF
VITS 18 (Multiburst 5.8MHz) – full field mode ON OFF ON
Vertical 75% Bar Generator ON OFF OFF
Inverse Horizontal 75% Bar Generator OFF OFF ON
Horizontal 75% Bar Generator OFF ON OFF
VITS 17 (2T, 20T, 5 Step Staircase) – full field mode OFF ON ON
The example in Figure 3 illustrates how to connect your SP-10D:
Figure 3: Connecting the SP-10D Digital Video Processor
1 This is the Main mode; test signals are not available

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Operating the SP-10D Digital Video Processor
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7 Operating the SP-10D Digital Video Processor
Operate your SP-10D Digital Video Processor via:
 The front panel buttons
 RS-232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system, PC, or
other serial controller
To operate the SP-10D using the front panel buttons, do the following:
1. Turn on the power and after it has completed its warm-up sequence,
press the INPUT button to select the source—CV, YC, YUV, or RGB/S—that
you want to convert.
The appropriate INPUT LED lights (indicating selection and conversion of that
source).
2. When the AUTO button illuminates, the video standard corresponding to
the selected input is detected automatically.
The appropriate INPUT STANDARD LED lights: PAL B, PAL N, PAL M,
NTSC 3.58, NTSC 4.43 or SECAM
1
.
When the AUTO button does not illuminate—that is, the SP-10D is in manual
mode—select the desired video standard by pressing the AUTO button to
cycle between the various video standards.
3. Press the (Component) OUTPUT button to select the component output
signal format: YUV, RGsB, or RGBS.
4. Press the STORE button twice to save the previous selection (power
down saving: optional).
5. Press the STANDARDS button to select the output standard of the
composite video signal.
The appropriate OUTPUT STANDARDS LED blinks as well as the STORE
button. However, the output standard is not altered.
Press the STORE button once.
For 5 seconds no output video signal is available, and “rL” is displayed in the
7-segment display, indicating that the SP-10D is reloading.
After the reloading, the standard of the output video signal changes as well as
that of the “Before/after” split-screen.
6. Press the GENLOCK button to enable the Genlock function.
If the SYNC BNC connector
2
is connected to a Genlock source, and the
standard of the signal on this input coincides with the standard of the output
video signal, the GENLOCK button will illuminate. If not, the GENLOCK
button will blink.
1 For example, when the composite source is selected, the PAL B INPUT STANDARD LED lights
2 Item 50 in Table 2

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7. Adjust the color
1
, brightness, contrast, hue, sharpness
2
, H-shift, V-shift
3
,
(Delay, SCH if required for genlock) and/or the video gain of the picture, as
follows:
 Press the appropriate button
4
The button illuminates, and blinks, and the 7-segment display shows the
current level (in digits)
The digit “0” corresponds to the normal level (“NORM”)
 Press the + button or – button once to gradually increase or decrease the
current level by one unit (the 7-segment display shows the new level).
To increase or decrease the current level rapidly, press and hold down the +
button or – button, continuously
5
. To end the rapid adjustment, release the +
button or – button
Note, if you want to:
 Set the normal level (“NORM”) of the current level, press and
simultaneously hold down both the + button and – button.
The 7-segment display shows “0”
 Undo the adjustment, press the appropriate button one more time. The
appropriate button no longer blinks
 Save the result of the adjustment, press the STORE button twice
 Store the result of the adjustment in another setup #, press the STORE
button once, select a setup # between 1 and 16 by pressing the + and – buttons,
and then press the STORE button once again
If the adjustment is set such that the level setting is at its normal level
(“NORM”), the appropriate button no longer illuminates (otherwise this
button continues to illuminate in the main mode).
1 The SP-10D has a full range of color control features in both YUV and RGB colorspaces with independent control of RED,
GREEN and BLUE; and Y, R-Y and B-Y
2 Using the V-SHARP and H-SHARP buttons
3 Using the V-SHIFT and H-SHIFT buttons
4 See the relevant items defined in Table 1
5 The 7-segment display starts to quickly scan the range. When it stops running, it has reached the maximum or minimum
setting

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7.1 Storing/Recalling Setups
You can store and recall up to 16 setups (or adjustments) in non-volatile memory,
using the STORE and RECALL buttons together with the + and – buttons.
To store
1
a setup, do the following:
 Press the STORE button and then select a setup # between 1 and 16 by
pressing the + and – buttons (the current settings are saved to that setup #)
 Press the STORE button once again
To recall a setup, do the following:
 Press the RECALL button and then select the appropriate # (that
corresponds to the setup #) by pressing the + and – buttons (the selected setup
is recalled)
 Press the RECALL button once again
7.2 Locking the Front Panel
To prevent changing the settings unintentionally or tampering with the front
panel, lock your SP-10D. Unlocking releases the protection mechanism.
To lock the SP-10D:
 Press the PANEL LOCK button (for about 2 seconds) until it illuminates
— freezing the front panel controls. Pressing a button will have no effect
2
,
except to cause the PANEL LOCK button to blink
3
and show the value of a
ProcAmp setting if its button is pressed
4
To unlock the SP-10D:
 Press the PANEL LOCK button (for about 2 seconds) until the front
panel controls unlock and the PANEL LOCK button no longer illuminates
1 Storing a new setup over a previous setup # replaces the previous setup #
2 Nevertheless, even though the front panel is locked you can still operate your PC control software
3 Warning that you need to unlock to regain control via the front panel
4 For example, if the HUE button is pressed when the panel is locked, then the 7-segment display will illuminate the current
value of the HUE setting

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8 Technical Specifications
Table 5 includes the technical specifications:
Table 5: Technical Specifications
1
of the SP-10D Digital Video Processor
INPUTS: 1 composite video - 1 Vpp / 75on a BNC connector
1 YC - 1 Vpp / 75(Y), 0.3Vpp / 75on a 4p connector
1 component - Y/R-Y/B-Y (1Vpp/0.7Vpp/0.7Vpp) /75(or RGB/S) on BNC
connectors
1 SYNC (Genlock): Looped 75/ Hi-Z on BNC connectors
OUTPUTS: 1 composite video - 1 Vpp / 75on a BNC connector
1 YC - 1 Vpp / 75(Y), 0.3Vpp / 75on a 4p connector
1 component - Y/R-Y/B-Y (1Vpp/0.7Vpp/0.7Vpp) /75(or RGB/S) on BNC
connectors
VIDEO STANDARDS: PAL-B/D/G/H/I/M/N, NTSC-3.58/4.43, SECAM
DIGITAL RESOLUTION: 10 bits
BANDWIDTH (-3dB): 0.5dB to 5MHz, Fully Loaded
DIFF. GAIN: 1%
DIFF. PHASE: 1%
K-FACTOR: 0.4%
S/N RATIO: 60dB
LUMA NON-LINEARITY: 1%
CHROMA / LUMA DELAY: <15ns
MEMORY: Non-volatile memory for storage of 16 setups
CONTROLS: Front-panel and RS-232: Contrast, brightness, video gain, color, hue, H/V
sharpness, SCH phase, delay, H/V shift; R, G, B, R-Y, B-Y level; screen
splitter (process to bypass); freeze; panel lock
POWER SOURCE: Universal, 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz
DIMENSIONS: 19 inch (W), 7 inch (D), 1U (H) rack mountable
WEIGHT: 2.6 kg. (5.7 lbs.) approx.
ACCESSORIES: Power cord, Null-modem Adapter
1 Specifications are subject to change without notice

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Communication Protocol
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9 Communication Protocol
This protocol, which enables RS-232 communication between the SP-10D
and the PC, uses 4 bytes of information, and data is at 9600 baud.
Table 6: Protocol Definitions
First byte options
DEC HEX
1 128 80 RESET VIDEO
2 160 A0 READ PARAMETER
3 161 A1 WRITE PARAMETER
4 162 A2 RECALL
5 163 A3 STORE
6 189 BD IDENTIFY MACHINE
7 33 21 Set (for the rest of commands)
Second byte is the command type
Third byte is the parameter value
Note:
1. When working in HEX, add 80 to the values in the table.
2. When working in DEC, add 128 to the values in the table.
3. All values in the table are in DEC.
Byte 2 Command Description Byte 3 (parameter value)
0 INPUT FORMAT 0 - CV
1 - YC
2 - YUV
3 - RGB/S
4 - SDI
1 INPUT_STANDARD 0 - PAL B
1 - PAL N
2 - PAL M
3 - NT 3
4 - NT 4
5 - SEC
6 – AUTO
(READ 19 - INPUT_STANDARD_AUTO)
2 SPLITTER -100 - +100
3 SHARP_H 0 - 15
4 SHARP_V 0 - 15
5 CONTRAST -100 - +100
6 BRIGHTNESS -100 - +100
7 VIDEO_GAIN -100 - +100
8 H_SHIFT -16 - +15
9 V_SHIFT -1 - +1
10 Y -100 - +100
11 U 100 - +100
12 V 100 - +100
13 GREEN -100 - +100
14 BLUE -100 - +100
15 RED -100 - +100
16 COLOR -100 - +100
17 HUE -100 - +100
18 COLOR_SPACE 0 - OFF
1 - YUV
2 - RGB
19 INPUT_STANDARD_AUTO (READ ONLY)
0 - PAL B
1 - PAL N
2 - PAL M
3 - NT 3
4 - NT 4
5 - SEC

Communication Protocol
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GLOBAL
20 OUTPUT FORMAT 0 - YUV
1 - RGB
2 - RGBS
21 OUTPUT_STANDARD 0 - PAL B
1 - PAL N
2 - PAL M
3 - NT 3
4 - NT 4
5 - SEC
22 GENLOCK 0 - OFF
1 - ON
23 PANEL_LOCK 0 - OFF
1 – ON
24 SCH -100 - +100
24 DELAY -100 - +100
26 FREEZE 0 - OFF
1 - ON
27 PROGRAM 0 - 15 (read only)
28 GENLOCK_STAT (Read only)
0 – No GENLOCK
1 – GENLOCK
Byte 4 is the machine address: can be 98 or 99 (in HEX).
First byte = I
Second byte=D
Third byte=E
MACHINE TO PC:
MACHINE POWER-UP
PC <- I = 34;D = 0;E = PROGRAMM NUMBER <- MACHINE (RECALL)
PRESS OF "RECALL"
PC <- I = 34;D = 0;E = PROGRAMM NUMBER <- MACHINE (RECALL)
PRESS OF "STORE"
PC <- I = 34;D = 0;E = PROGRAMM NUMBER <- MACHINE (RECALL)
CHANGE "OUTPUT_STANDARD"
PC <- I = 34;D = 0;E = PROGRAMM NUMBER <- MACHINE (RECALL)
CHANGING OTHER KEYS
PC <- I = 33;D = PARAMETER NUMBER; E = PARAMETER <- MACHINE (PARAMETER WRITE)
PC TO MACHINE:
RESET VIDEO
POWER-UP(PSEUDO)
PC -> I = 0;D = 0;E = 0 -> MACHINE
PC <- I = 0;D = 0;E = 0 <- MACHINE
DEFAULT
PC -> I = 0;D = 1;E = 0 -> MACHINE
WRITE EEPROM ALL PARAMETERS - DEFAULT (ALL PROGRAMS),RELOAD (RESTART)
PC <- I = 34;D = 0;E = PROGRAMM NUMBER <- MACHINE (RECALL)
PARAMETER READ
PC -> I = 32;D = PARAMETER NUMBER;E = 0 -> MACHINE
PC <- I = 32;D = PARAMETER NUMBER;E = PARAMETER <- PARAMETER
PARAMETER WRITE
PC -> I = 33;D = PARAMETER NUMBER;E = PARAMETER -> MACHINE
PC -< I = 33;D = PARAMETER NUMBER;E = PARAMETER <- MACHINE
WRITE OUTPUT_STANDARD
PC -> I = 33;D = 21;E = PARAMETER -> MACHINE MACHINE RELOAD (RESTART)
PC <- I = 34;D = 0;E = PROGRAMM NUMBER <- MACHINE (RECALL)
RECALL
PC -> I = 34;D = 0;E = PROGRAMM NUMBER -> MACHINE
PC <- I = 34;D = 0;E = PROGRAMM NUMBER <- MACHINE
PROGRAMM NUMBER - 0 = PROGRAMM 1
PROGRAMM NUMBER - 1 = PROGRAMM 2
PROGRAMM NUMBER - 15 = PROGRAMM 16

KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY
Communication Protocol
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STORE
PC -> I = 35;D = 0;E = PROGRAMM NUMBER -> MACHINE
PC <- I = 34;D = 0;E = PROGRAMM NUMBER <- MACHINE (RECALL)
IDENTIFY MACHINE
MACHINE NAME
PC -> I = 61;D = 1;E = 0 -> MACHINE
PC <- I = 61;D = MACHINE NAME HIGH;E = MACHINE NAME LOW <- MACHINE
SOFTWARE VERSION
PC -> I = 61;D = 3;E = 0 -> MACHINE
PC <- I = 61;D = SOFTWARE VERSION HIGH;E = SOFTWARE VERSION LOW <- MACHINE
Examples:
1. Select CV input format:
H21 H80 H80 H98
Unit response:
H61 H80 H80 H98
2. Reset:
H80 H80 H80 H98
3. Recall set up 1:
HA2 H80 H80 H98
DEC: 162 128 128 152
4. Store set up 2:
HA3 H80 H81 H98
DEC: 162 128 129 152

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LIMITED WARRANTY
Kramer Electronics (hereafter Kramer) warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the
following terms.
HOW LONG IS THE WARRANTY
Labor and parts are warranted for seven years from the date of the first customer purchase.
WHO IS PROTECTED?
Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty.
WHAT IS COVERED AND WHAT IS NOT COVERED
Except as below, this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product. The following are not covered by
the warranty:
1. Any product which is not distributed by Kramer, or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer. If you are
uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized, please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the web site
www.kramerelectronics.com.
2. Any product, on which the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed.
3. Damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from:
i) Accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, fire, water, lightning or other acts of nature
ii) Product modification, or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product
iii) Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by Kramer
iv) Any shipment of the product (claims must be presented to the carrier)
v) Removal or installation of the product
vi) Any other cause, which does not relate to a product defect
vii) Cartons, equipment enclosures, cables or accessories used in conjunction with the product
WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR AND WHAT WE WILL NOT PAY FOR
We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items. We will not pay for the following:
1. Removal or installations charges.
2. Costs of initial technical adjustments (set-up), including adjustment of user controls or programming. These costs are the
responsibility of the Kramer dealer from whom the product was purchased.
3. Shipping charges.
HOW YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE
1. To obtain service on you product, you must take or ship it prepaid to any authorized Kramer service center.
2. Whenever warranty service is required, the original dated invoice (or a copy) must be presented as proof of warranty coverage,
and should be included in any shipment of the product. Please also include in any mailing a contact name, company, address, and
a description of the problem(s).
3. For the name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center, consult your authorized dealer.
LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES
All implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited in duration to
the length of this warranty.
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; or:
2. Any other damages, whether incidental, consequential or otherwise. Some countries may not allow limitations on how long an
implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above
limitations and exclusions may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from place to place.
NOTE: All products returned to Kramer for service must have prior approval. This may be obtained from your dealer.
This equipment has been tested to determine compliance with the requirements of:
EN-50081: "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC);
generic emission standard.
Part 1: Residential, commercial and light industry"
EN-50082: "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) generic immunity standard.
Part 1: Residential, commercial and light industry environment".
CFR-47: FCC Rules and Regulations:
Part 15: “Radio frequency devices
Subpart B – Unintentional radiators”
CAUTION!
Servicing the machines can only be done by an authorized Kramer technician. Any user who makes changes or modifications to
the unit without the expressed approval of the manufacturer will void user authority to operate the equipment.
Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine.
Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components.

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
Web site: www.kramerelectronics.com
E-mail: [email protected]
P/N: 2900-82 REV 2
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.
Caution
Safety Warning:
Disconnect the unit from the power supply before
opening/servicing.