Kramer RC-13TC User manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.
USER MANUAL
MODEL:
RC-13TC
Video Transport Controller
P/N: 2900-000648 Rev 2

RC-13TC – Contents i
Contents
1Introduction 1
2Getting Started 2
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2
3Overview 3
4Defining the RC-13TC Video Transport Controller 4
5Using Your Video Transport Controller 6
5.1 The RC-13TC as a Standalone Video Transport Controller 6
5.2 The RC-13TC as an Auxiliary Control Panel 8
5.3 Operating the RC-13TC Video Transport Controller 9
6Grounding the RC-13TC Video Transport Controller 10
7Mounting the Faceplate 11
8Technical Specifications 12
Figures
UFigure 1: RC-13TC Video Transport Controller Front PanelU4
UFigure 2: RC-13TC Video Transport Controller Rear PanelU5
UFigure 3: Sample RC-13TC Standalone Video Transport Controller ConfigurationU6
UFigure 4: RC-13TC Standalone Power Supply ConnectionU7
UFigure 5: RC-13TC Connections when used as part of a K-NET SystemU8
UFigure 6: RC-13TC LCD Programmed with TextU9
UFigure 7: Grounding Connection ComponentsU10

RC-13TC - Introduction 1
1 Introduction
Welcome to Kramer Electronics! Since 1981, Kramer Electronics has been
providing a world of unique, creative, and affordable solutions to the vast range of
problems that confront the video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting
professional on a daily basis. In recent years, we have redesigned and upgraded
most of our line, making the best even better!
Our 1,000-plus different models now appear in 11 groups that are clearly defined
by function: 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 and
GROUP 11: Sierra Products.
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer RC-13TC Video Transport Controller,
which is ideal for use as an:
•Advanced, standalone, wall mounted video transport controller. When used
in this way, the unit must be configured as well as supplied with 12V DC
power
Refer to the separate online K-Config Configuration Guide at
http://www.kramerelectronics.com
•Auxiliary device in a larger Kramer K-NET room control setup
The package includes the following items:
•The RC-13TC Video Transport Controller
•3' (0.91m) USB cable
•IR Emitter control cable
•Power supply (12V DC)
•Screwdriver
•This user manual
The latest Kramer user manuals are available from http://www.kramerelectronics.com
•K-Config Configuration software

2 RC-13TC - 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
•Use Kramer high-performance high-resolution cables
Go to http://www.kramerelectronics.com to check for up-to-date
user manuals, application programs, and to check if firmware
upgrades are available (where appropriate).
This user manual is written for the end user and does not contain details regarding
installation and configuration. This information can be found in the K-Config
Configuration Guide, available from http://www.kramerelectronics.com.
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance
To achieve the best performance:
•Use only good quality connection cables to avoid 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
•Position your Kramer RC-13TC away from moisture, excessive sunlight and
dust
Caution: No operator serviceable parts inside the unit
Warning: Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall
before installing
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RC-13TC - Overview 3
3 Overview
This user manual descr bes the RC-13TC Video Transport Controller. The
RC-13TC controller interface acts as an all-in-one, remote control panel for several
AV sources in any venue, such as, classrooms, boardrooms or auditoriums. The
RC-13TC streamlines operations by enabling remote transport control of the video
source in the room. The RC-13TC features:
•Programmable, backlit buttons (configurable by your system integrator to
display any color) that are able to execute one or multiple commands
(programming performed by your system integrator)
•A bidirectional RS-232 serial port for control of AV equipment
•Two K-NET™ ports
•Two IR control ports
•Support for firmware upgrade via USB or the K-NET™ connection (when
installed as an auxiliary device)

4 RC-13TC - Defining the RC-13TC Video Transport Controller
4 Defining the RC-13TC Video Transport
Controller
This section defines the RC-13TC.
Figure 1: RC-13TC Video Transport Controller Front Panel
# Feature Function
1 Source Select Button Press to select the AV source
2 Video Transport Control Buttons Use to control the functions of the selected AV
source
3 LCD Programmable Readout
Programmable, 8-character LCD readout with white characters on a blue background (which usually
reflects the selected AV source name)

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Figure 2: RC-13TC Video Transport Controller Rear Panel
# Feature Function
4 KNET TERM Termina ion Switch Use to set the K-NET bus termination (see
Section 5.2.2
5 ) KNET 4-pin Removable Terminal
Blocks (1 and 2) Connect to a master room controller or to another auxiliary device.
Connect GND to GND, B to B, A to A, +12V to
+12V (see Section 5.2
6 ) RESET (DEFAULT) Factory
Default Reset Button Press and hold during power-up to erase all custom programming.
Note: The current LCD text and all button actions
are erased
7 Ring Tongue Terminal Grounding
Screw Connect to grounding wire (see Section 6
8
)
RS-232 3-pin Removable
Terminal Block For controlling a display, switcher, AV source or other AV equipment
9 IR Infrared 2-pin Removable
Terminal Blocks (1 and 2) Connect to IR emitters (see Figure 3
Connect OUT 1 or OUT 2 to IR+ (anode), GND to
GND (cathode)
).
10 PROGRAM (USB) Connector Connect to a computer to program the unit ID,
LCD text and button actions using K-Config
Configuration software
11 Power Supply 2-pin Removable
Terminal Block Connect to power supply (see Section 5.1.2
Connect GND to GND, +12V to +12V ).
12 FW UPGRADE Switch For the use of Kramer service personnel only

6 RC-13TC - Using Your Video Transport Controller
5 Using Your Video Transport Controller
This user manual is applicable once the unit is configured and installed (by your
system integrator), therefore the following procedures are not detailed in this
manual:
•Hardware installation
•Programming the LCD readout using K-Config Configuration software
(described in the K-Config Configuration Guide)
•Programming the button actions using K-Config Configuration software
5.1 The RC-13TC as a Standalone Video Transport
Controller
Figure 3: Sample RC-13TC Standalone Video Transport Controller Configuration

RC-13TC - Using Your Video Transport Controller 7
When the RC-13TC functions as a standalone, wall mounted video transport
controller, as illustrated in Figure 3:
•The RC-13TC is connected directly to the controlled devices (see
Section 5.1.1
•A +12V DC power supply to the unit is required (see
)
Section 5.1.2
•The RC-13TC requires programming
)
5.1.1 Connecting the RC-13TC as a Standalone Video Transport
Controller
The RC-13TC can be connected as a standalone video transport controller as
illustrated in the example in Figure 3with connections as descrbed in the following
table:
Your system integrator configures and installs your room controller to suit your requirements.
This example describes only one possible configura ion.
Connector Connect to:
GND/+12V Power adapter
IR 1 Blu-ray DVD player 1
IR 2 Blu-ray DVD player 2
PROGRAM (USB) PC—required only for configuring the RC-13TC
RS-232 Display or switcher
5.1.2 Connecting a Standalone RC-13TC to a Power Supply
When the RC-13TC is employed as a standalone room controller it should be
connected to the power supply as illustrated in Figure 4.
Figure 4: RC-13TC Standalone Power Supply Connection

8 RC-13TC - Using Your Video Transport Controller
5.2 The RC-13TC as an Auxiliary Control Panel
When the RC-13TC is used as an auxiliary control panel, as illustrated in Figure 5:
•It requires only a K-NET connection to another auxiliary device
•A power supply unit is not required as the K-Net connection carries the
power supply
Power supplies are sold separately. Consult your Kramer dealer for details.
•No programming of the auxiliary panel is needed
•Depending on the setup, the device ID may need setting using the K-Config
application
•The RS-232 and IR ports may be used to control devices
5.2.1 Connecting Multiple RC-13TC Devices as System Controllers
Connect the RC-13TC devices to the SV-552 as illustrated in Figure 5.
Figure 5: RC-13TC Connections when used as part of a K-NET System
5.2.2 Setting the K-NET Termination
The first and last physical devices on a K-NET bus must be terminated (in this
example, devices 1 and 3).

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To terminate the RC-13TC:
•Slide the K-NET termination switch down
The factory default is down (terminated).
5.3 Operating the RC-13TC Video Transport Controller
The RC-13TC is delivered with no button functions preprogrammed. For the
buttons to perform any functions, they must be programmed first.
Once a button is programmed to suit the source or display that is connected, the
other button functions are related to the specific device and are context sensitive,
that is, the function of a button depends on the specific characteristics of the
source or display.
In the example illustrated in Figure 6, the RC-13TC LCD has been programmed
with text and the buttons have been programmed (by your system integrator) to
perform the functions that are relevant to the sources. Individual buttons can be
programmed with one or more actions (called a macro).
This is only one example among numerous possibilities as the LCD and each button can be
programmed as required.
When pressing a button that has been programmed with a macro, each action is
performed sequentially and it may take some time until the macro terminates.
Figure 6: RC-13TC LCD Programmed with Text

10 RC-13TC - Grounding the RC-13TC Video Transport Controller
6 Grounding the RC-13TC Video Transport
Controller
We recommend that you ground the RC-13TC.
The grounding screw is used to earth the chassis of the unit to the building ground,
preventing static electricity from impacting the performance of the unit.
Figure defines the grounding screw components.7
#
Component Description
1 M3x6 screw
2 M3 Toothed Lock Washer
3 M3 Ring Tongue Terminal
Figure 7: Grounding
Connection Components
To ground the RC-13TC:
1. Connect the ring tongue terminal to the building grounding point wire (we
recommend that you use a green-yellow AWG#18 (0.82mm2) wire, crimped
with a proper hand-tool).
2. Insert the M3x6 screw through the toothed lock washers and the tongue
terminal in the order shown above.
3. Insert the M3x6 screw (with the two toothed lock washers and ring tongue
terminal) into the grounding screw hole and tighten the screw.

RC-13TC - Mounting the Faceplate 11
7 Mounting the Faceplate
To mount the faceplate:
1. Remove the protective foil from the outside of the LCD acrylic window.
2. Position the faceplate on the RC-13TC so that the four screw mounting holes
are aligned.
3. Insert the four M3x4mm mounting screws and tighten them with a
screwdriver.

12 RC-13TC - Technical Specifications
8 Technical Specifications
PORTS: 2 K-NET on 4-pin removable terminal blocks
1 USB port
1 +12V DC power input on 2-pin removable terminal block
1 RS-232 port on 3-pin removable terminal block
OUTPUTS: 2 IR control on 2-pin removable terminal blocks
POWER SOURCE: 12V DC, 60mA
OPERATING TEMPERATURE: 0° to +55°C (32° to 131°F)
STORAGE TEMPERATURE: -45° to +72°C (-49° to 162°F)
HUMIDITY: 10% to 90%, RHL non-condensing
DIMENSIONS: 11.4cm x 2.3cm x 11.4cm (4.5" x 0.91" x 4.5") W, D, H
WEIGHT: 0.3kg (0.66lbs) approx.
ACCESSORIES: USB cable 3' (0.91m) (P/N: C-UA/MUB-3), screwdriver,
power supply, IR emitter control cable (P/N: C-A35/IRE-
10), Windows®-based Kramer control software, four
M3x4mm flat-head screws
OPTIONS: 15m and 20m IR emitter extension cables
Specifications are subject to change without notice at http://www.kramerelectronics.com

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SAFETY WARNING
Disconnect the unit from the power
supply before opening and servicing