Kramer SP-11D User manual

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Model:
SP-11D
Digital Video Processor

Contents
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Contents
1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 1
3 Overview 1
4 Your SP-11D Digital Video Processor 2
5 Installing on a Rack 6
6 Connecting Your SP-11D Digital Video Processor 7
6.1 Connecting a PC 8
6.2 Dipswitch Settings 8
7 Operating the SP-11D 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-11D Digital Video Processor 3
Figure 2: Connecting a PC without using a Null-modem Adapter 8
Figure 3: Connecting the SP-11D Digital Video Processor 9
Tables
Table 1: Front Panel SP-11D Digital Video Processor 4
Table 2: Rear Panel SP-11D Digital Video Processor 5
Table 3: Dipswitch Settings 8
Table 4: Test Signals 9
Table 5: Technical Specifications of the SP-11D 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-11D 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-11D Digital Video Processor
 Power cord and Null-modem adapter
 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-11D 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-11D Digital Video Processor includes the following:
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-11D Digital Video Processor
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 Inputs: Composite video, s-Video, Component video (YUV or RGB/S),
SDI, and Genlock
 Outputs
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: Composite video, s-Video, Component video (YUV, RGsB,
RGBS, RGBHV), SDI (2 outputs), “Before/after” split-screen, and Genlock loop
 Video Standards
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: 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-11D 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-11D:
 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-11D away
from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust
4 Your SP-11D Digital Video Processor
Figure 1, Table 1, and Table 2 define the SP-11D Digital Video Processor.
1 All output formats are always available
2 The SP-11D can be used for conversion to any video standard
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-11D Digital Video Processor
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Figure 1: SP-11D Digital Video Processor

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Your SP-11D Digital Video Processor
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Table 1: Front Panel SP-11D 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, RGB/S, and SDI.
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
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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
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SCH Button Press the SCH button and adjust the subcarrier to horizontal
phase relative to the Genlock source, using the + and – buttons
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GENLOCK Button Press to enable GENLOCK operation
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DELAY Button Press the DELAY
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button and adjust the H-delay of the output
signal relative to the Genlock source, using the + and – buttons
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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
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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
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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
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+ Button Press to increase the level
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- Button Press to decrease the level
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FREEZE Button Pauses the output video
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PANEL LOCK Button Disengages the front panel buttons
Table 2: Rear Panel SP-11D Digital Video Processor
# Feature Function
1 CV BNC Connector Connects to the composite video source
2 Y/C 4p Connector Connects to the s-Video source
3 G/Y BNC Connector
4 R/R-Y BNC Connector
5 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
6 SYNC BNC Connector Connects to the external video sync source
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INPUTS
SDI BNC Connector Connects to the SDI source
8 SPLITTER BNC Connector Connects to the split image acceptor
9 Y/C 4p Connector Connects to the s-Video (Y/C) acceptor
10 CV BNC Connector Connects to the composite video acceptor
11 G/Y BNC Connector
12 R/R-Y BNC Connector
13 B/B-Y BNC Connector
14 Vs (vertical sync)/Cs
4
BNC Connector
15 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
16 SDI BNC Connector Connects to the serial digital video acceptor 1
17 SDI BNC Connector Connects to the serial digital video acceptor 2
18 LOOP BNC Connector Connects to the next Genlocked unit
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OUTPUTS
SYNC BNC Connector Connects to the Genlock source
20 Term Button Press to terminate the Genlock source (75) or
release for looping
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21 RS-232 Port Connects to the PC or the Remote Controller
22 SETUP Dipswitches Dipswitches setup (see section 6.2)
23 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)

Connecting Your SP-11D Digital Video Processor
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6 Connecting Your SP-11D Digital Video Processor
You can use your SP-11D to convert composite video, s-Video, component video
(YUV or RGB/S), or SDI signals to composite video, s-Video, component video
(YUV, RGsB, RGBS, RGBHV) and
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SDI. The processing can be evaluated on a
“Before/after” split-screen, as the example in Figure 3 illustrates.
To connect the SP-11D Digital Video Processor, do the following
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:
1. Connect the following sources to the SP-11D:
 The composite video source (for example, a VCR) to the CV INPUT
BNC connector
 The s-Video source (for example, an S-VHS) to the Y/C INPUT 4p connector
 The SDI source (for example, a digital video player) to the SDI INPUT
BNC connector
2. Connect the component video INPUTS BNC connectors, G/Y, B/B-Y,
and R/R-Y to either a YUV or an RGB video source, as follows:
 A Betacam VCR 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-11D:
 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)
 The two SDI OUTPUT BNC connectors to two serial digital video
acceptors (for example, two displays: SDI 1 and SDI 2)
4. Connect the LOOP BNC connector to the next SP-11D Genlocked unit
(if required) and release the Term button for looping
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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-11D, and
leave the other outputs unconnected
2 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your SP-11D. After connecting your SP-11D, 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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Connecting Your SP-11D Digital Video Processor
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6.1 Connecting a PC
To connect a PC to the SP-11D unit, using the Null-modem adapter provided
with the machine (recommended):
 Connect the RS-232 DB9 rear panel port on the SP-11D 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-11D 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-11D unit, as Figure 2 illustrates
Female DB9 (From PC)
PIN 4 Connected to PIN 6
PINS 8, 7, 1 Connected together
If a Shielded cable is used, connect the shield to PIN 5
PIN 5 Connected to PIN 5 (Ground)
PIN 3 Connected to PIN 2
PIN 2 Connected to PIN 3
Male DB9
Figure 2: Connecting a PC without using a Null-modem Adapter
6.2 Dipswitch Settings
The SP-11D 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
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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)
1 See the rear panel items 15 and 14 in Figure 1 and Table 2