Kramer RC-7RL User manual

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Models:
RC-7RL, Media / Room Controller
RC-7RLE,
Media / Room Controller
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Contents
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Contents
1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 2
3 Overview 2
4 Your RC-7RL / RC-7RLE 4
4.1 Defining the RC-7RL Front Panel 4
4.2 Defining the RC-7RLE Front Panel 5
4.3 Defining the RC-7RL / RC-7RLE Side Panel 6
5 Using Your Media / Room Controller 8
5.1 Operating the RC-7RL / RC-7RLE 11
5.2 Using the Macro Buttons 11
5.3 An Example of Operating the RC-7RL / RC-7RLE 12
6 Flash Memory Upgrade 12
6.1 Downloading from the Internet 13
6.2 Connecting the PC to the RS-232 Port 13
6.3 Upgrading Firmware 13
7 Technical Specifications 14
Figures
Figure 1: RC-7RL Front Panel 4
Figure 2: RC-7RLE Front Panel 5
Figure 3: Side Panel of the RC-7RL and RC-7RLE (Enlarged View) 6
Figure 4: Side Panel of the RC-7RL and RC-7RLE 7
Figure 5: RC-7RLE (Front Perspective) 8
Figure 6: RC-7RLE (Rear Perspective) 9
Figure 7: Example of a Typical Setup in the Lecture Auditorium 10
Figure 8: RC-7RL / RC-7RLE Operation Example 12
Figure 9: The KFR-Programmer Window 13
Tables
Table 1: RC-7RL Front Panel 4
Table 2: RC-7RLE Front Panel 5
Table 3: The Commands Configuration 11
Table 4: Technical Specifications of the RC-7RL / RC-7RLE 14
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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, 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
1
that are clearly defined by function.
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer RC-7RL / RC-7RLE media /
room controller, which is designed to let an instructor enter a multimedia
classroom and operate an A/V system with ease.
The package includes the following items:
RC-7RL or RC-7RLE
This user manual
2
Power supply
Control and configuration software
This user manual is written for the end user and is applicable once the unit is
installed3and configured4. Refer to the separate online RC Configuration and
Installation guide for details of how to install and configure the Universal Room
(Media / Room) Controller5.
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 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from the Internet at this URL: http://www.kramerelectronics.com
3 Including the hardware installation, connecting the inputs and the display, and configuration via the Windows®-based
software and/or the IR learner
4 By authorized Kramer technical personnel or by an external system integrator (refer to the separate online guide)
5 That provides information about how to set up the system. This online guide may well be updated on a regular basis. For
the latest online guide, go to http://www.kramerelectronics.com
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Getting Started
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2 Getting Started
We recommend that you:
Review the contents of this user manual
Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables
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Aspecial CONFIG cable2is required to configure and perform firmware
upgrades to the machine
3Overview
The RC-7RL / RC-7RLE is a highly versatile controller interface panel for
the control of A/V equipment in any multimedia room, especially the control
of a projector or other display device, via RS-232 and/or IR emitter cable.
The RC-7RL / RC-7RLE is 12V DC fed. The RC-7RL is a one-gang wall
plate. The RC-7RLE is two-gang wall plate intended for the European
market.
In particular, the RC-7RL / RC-7RLE features:
Four configurable backlit control buttons and three signal source
buttons, each of which can be programmed
3
to carry out up to 4 macros
of 15 commands
A 3.5mm jack on the front panel for configuration
An IR learner on the front panel for the customized control of external
sources, absorbing the IR commands from different remote transmitters
In addition, the RC-7RL / RC-7RLE includes:
Two IR ports
Two RS-232 serial ports for universal display
An RS-485 serial port
Four relays for the simplified and centralized control of room functions
(such as lighting, closing blinds, projector lift, and so on)
Control via the front panel buttons
1 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
2 C-A35M/D9F-6
3 To be configured by the system integrator only
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Overview
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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 and position
the RC-7RL / RC-7RLE away from moisture, excessive sunlight and
dust
Caution – No operator-serviceable parts inside unit.
Warning – Use only the Kramer Electronics input power
wall adapter that is provided with this unit
1
.
Warning – Disconnect power and unplug unit from wall
before installing or removing device or servicing unit.
1 For example: model number AD2512C, part number 2535-000251
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Your RC-7RL / RC-7RLE
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4 Your RC-7RL / RC-7RLE
This section defines the:
Front panel of the RC-7RL (see section 4.1)
Front panel of the RC-7RLE (see section 4.2)
Side panel of the RC-7RL and RC-7RLE (see section 4.3)
4.1 Defining the RC-7RL Front Panel
Figure 1 and Table 1 define the RC-7RL front panel:
Figure 1: RC-7RL Front Panel
Table 1: RC-7RL Front Panel
#Feature Function
1 Configurable
Control
Buttons (4)
Macro Buttons for controlling
the room and the A/V
equipment
2Mounting
holes (2) For fastening the controller in place
3 Faceplate
Attachment
Holes (2)
For attaching the faceplate to
the controller1
4CONFIG Port2
on 3.5mm jack
connector
Used for Windows®-based
configuration software (driver
downloads, firmware updates
and so on)
5
SIGNAL
SOURCES
Buttons
Select the input source (from
1 to 3)
6 IR IN Receiver Accepts IR remote commands
(for the IR-learner feature)3
1 These screws should not be removed during or after mounting
2 Via the front panel, without having to remove the RC-7RL from its mounting
3 Letting you configure the RC-7RL directly from the remote transmitter without the need for software
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4.2 Defining the RC-7RLE Front Panel
Figure 2 and Table 2 define the RC-7RLE front panel:
Figure 2: RC-7RLE Front Panel
Table 2: RC-7RLE Front Panel
#Feature Function
1 Mounting holes (4) For fastening the controller in place
2 Faceplate Attachment Holes (2) For attaching the faceplate to the controller1
3 Configurable Control Buttons (4) Macro Buttons for controlling the room and the
A/V equipment
4CONFIG Port2on 3.5mm jack
connector Used for Windows®-based configuration software (driver downloads, firmware updates
and so on)
5
SIGNAL SOURCES Buttons Select the input source (from 1 to 3)
6IR IN Receiver Accepts IR remote commands (for the IR-
learner feature)3
1 These screws should not be removed during or after mounting
2 Via the front panel, without having to remove the RC-7RLE from its mounting
3 Letting you configure the RC-7RLE directly from the remote transmitter without the need for software
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4.3 Defining the RC-7RL / RC-7RLE Side Panel
Figure 3 illustrates an enlarged view of the side panel of the RC-7RL and
RC-7RLE:
Figure 3: Side Panel of the RC-7RL and RC-7RLE (Enlarged View)
Figure 4 defines the side panel of the RC-7RL and RC-7RLE. For an
explanation of how to install and configure, refer to the chapter entitled:
Installation of the RC System in the online RC Configuration and
Installation guide
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.
1 Download it from http://www.kramerelectronics.com
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Using Your Media / Room Controller
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5 Using Your Media / Room Controller
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The example in Figure 5 shows a front view perspective of a typical
RC-7RLE configuration. It connects to the projector via IR or RS-232:
Figure 5: RC-7RLE (Front Perspective)
1 From this section on, all the information is relevant to both the RC-7RLE and the RC-7RL, unless noted otherwise
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