Kramer SL-14RC User manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.
USER MANUAL
MODELS:
SL-14RC
Master Controller
RC-3TB
Remote Control Panel (Optional)
P/N: 2900-000598 Rev 5

SL-14RC – Contents i
Contents
1Introduction 1
2Getting Started 2
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2
3Overview 3
3.1 Defining the SL-14RC Master Controller 4
4Defining the RC-3TB Remote Control Panel (Optional) 7
5Installing in a Rack 9
6Connecting the SL-14RC 10
6.1 Connecting the RS-232 Interface 11
6.2 Connecting the Ethernet Port 12
6.3 Connecting RC-3TB Remote Control Panels (Optional) 12
7Operating the SL-14RC 14
8Front Panel Button Caps and Labels 15
8.1 Installing the Front Panel Button Caps and Labels 17
8.2 Replacing the Front Panel Button Labels 17
9Technical Specifications 18
Figures
Figure 1: SL-14RC Master Controller Front Panel 5
Figure 2: SL-14RC Master Controller Rear Panel 6
Figure 3: RC-3TB Remote Control Panel Components 7
Figure 4: Connecting the SL-14RC Master Controller 11
Figure 5: RS-232 Connection 11
Figure 6: K-NET to RC-3TB Connection 12
Figure 7: Daisy-chaining Multiple RC-3TB Panels 13
Figure 8: Sample Button Label Sheet 16

SL-14RC – 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 SL-14RC Master Controller, which is
ideal for the following typical applications:
•Controlling multimedia rooms, such as classrooms, auditoriums, conference
rooms, and so on, while enabling remote control and management of the AV
equipment

2 SL-14RC - 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
Use only the power cord that is supplied with this machine
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).
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 SL-14RC away from moisture, excessive sunlight and
dust
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SL-14RC – Overview 3
3 Overview
The SL-14RC is a highly versatile master room controller that acts as an all-in-one
extended remote control panel for control of A/V equipment—especially projectors
and associated equipment—in any room (such as classrooms, boardrooms, or
auditoriums). It streamlines operations and simplifies control by integrating audio,
video, and computer-video sources into a centralized system. Optional 3-button
remote control panels are available which enable you to remotely duplicate the
functionality of front panel buttons.
The SL-14RC features:
•12 configurable front panel buttons (configured using the K-Config
Configuration software)
Available from Kramer Electronics on our Web site at:
http://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/?soft=k-config
•1 configurable rotary up/down controller with direction indicator LEDs
(configured using the K-Config Configuration software)
•1 general purpose I/O port that can be configured as an analog input, digital
input, or digital output for interfacing with a variety of devices such as
sensors, switches, LEDs, and relays
•6 bi-directional RS-232 ports that can control AV equipment such as
projectors, LCD and PDP displays, power amplifiers, switchers and scalers
•2 relay contacts that can control other room items related to the AV system,
such as, raising and lowering drapes, screen or projector
•IR control on 2 outputs (terminal blocks)
•IR Learning that learns commands from any IR remote
•Compatibility with Kramer Site-CTRL software for network remote control
and management over the Ethernet port
•A K-NET™ control channel that can be used to connect to RC-3TB Remote
Control Panels, or for connecting compatible user interfaces and supplies
power and control data over a single cable
K-NET™ is a proprietary Kramer protocol for interconnecting Kramer units
•Flexible control via Ethernet and K-NET

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3.1 Defining the SL-14RC Master Controller
This section defines the SL-14RC.

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Figure 1: SL-14RC Master Controller Front Panel
# Feature Function
1 IR Receiver Accepts IR control
2 ON LED Lights during IR activity
3 Configurable Button Switches 1-10 Function is programmed by the K-Config Configuration software
4 DISPLAY Configurable Button switches 11 and 12 Function is programmed by the K-Config Configuration software
5 Rotary switch up/down LED indicator Indicates the direction of travel of the rotary switch
6 VOLUME Rotary Knob Function is programmed by the K-Config Configuration software

Figure 2: SL-14RC Master Controller Rear Panel
# Feature Function
7 K-NET Connector Connect the GND pin to the Ground connection; pin B (-) and pin A (+) are for RS-485,
and the +12V pin is for powering the unit
The ground connection is sometimes connected to the shield of the RS-485 cable (in most
applications, it is not connected)
8 SRVC and K-NET TERM DIP-Switches For service use only. Slides down for K-NET termination, slides up for not terminated
9 FACTORY DEFAULT Button Press to reset to factory default definitions (see Section 9)
First switch off the unit and then switch it on while pressing the DEFAULT button. The unit
powers up and loads its memory with the factory default definitions and erases all stored presets
10 RS-232 Terminal Blocks Connect to the RS-232 devices (from 1 to 6)
11 RELAYS Terminal Blocks Connect to low-voltage relay-driven devices (from 1 to 2)
12 I/O Terminal Block Connect to various analog and digital sensors
13 IR Output Terminal Blocks Connect to IR emitter cables (from 1 to 2)
14 ETHERNET RJ-45 Connector Connects to the PC or other serial controller through computer LAN
15 PROGRAM USB Connector Connects to a PC for software upgrading
16 Power Receptacle Connects to mains power
17 Power ON/OFF Switch Illuminated switch for turning the unit on and off
Note: In earlier versions the USB connector is accessed via the front panel by removing the four front panel screws.
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4 Defining the RC-3TB Remote Control Panel
(Optional)
Figure 3 defines the RC-3TB.
Figure 3: RC-3TB Remote Control Panel Components
# Feature Function
1 Mounting Holes 2 holes for mounting the RC-3TB to the PTBUS-3 or
TBUS-6W
2 Button 1 Function is always assigned to button 12 on SL-14RC
3 Buttons 2 and 3 Function is assigned by the rotary switch position
4 K-NET Connector Connects to either SL-14RC or additional RC-3TB
5 8 Position Rotary
Switch
For assigning which buttons on the SL-14RC are
emulated by the buttons on the RC-3TB
6 K-NET Termination
Switch
Terminates the K-NET to RC-3TB daisy-chain
7 K-NET Connector Connects to either SL-14RC or additional RC-3TB
8 Front Panel For mounting the RC-3TB
9 Printed Circuit Board Contains the components of the RC-3TB

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When configuring the SL-14RC with K-Config (version 1.0.1.X and up), you can
choose to use the K-Net port for connecting K-Net compatible user interfaces (for
example, RC-62/RC-63/RC-53 series) or to connect to the RC-3TB.
If there is no K-Net auxiliary device specified in the K-Config control room tree,
the K-Net port of the SL-14RC will be configured to connect to an RC-3TB.
When using the RC-3TB, button 1 is always assigned to the second DISPLAY
button (button number 12) on the SL-14RC. The position of the rotary switch (in
the following table) determines which of the 12 buttons on the SL-14RC are
emulated by buttons 2 and 3 on the RC-3TB.
Rotary Switch
Position
Button 1 Button 2 Button 3
0 12 7 8
1 12 7 9
2 12 7 10
3 12 8 9
4 12 8 10
5 12 9 10
6 12 7 9
7 Service use only
For example, if the rotary switch is in position 4, the 3 buttons on the RC-3TB will
duplicate the functions of buttons 12, 8, and 10 on the SL-14RC. That is, in this
example, pressing button 1 on the RC-3TB has the same effect as pressing button
12 on the SL-14RC, pressing button 2 on the RC-3TB has the same effect as
pressing button 8 on the SL-14RC, and pressing button 3 on the RC-3TB has the
same effect as pressing button 10 on the SL-14RC.
Note: The rotary switch configuration is only read at switch on. Therefore, when
changing the rotary switch position, you must switch off the SL-14RC and then
switch it on again for the new settings to take effect.
For connecting the RC-3TB, see Section 6.3.

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5 Installing in a Rack
This section provides instructions for rack mounting the unit.

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6 Connecting the SL-14RC
Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your
SL-14RC. After connecting your SL-14RC, connect its power and then
switch on the power to each device.
To connect the SL-14RC as illustrated in the example in Figure 4:
1. Connect the RELAY terminal block connectors as follows:
Connect RELAY 1 to the lighting system
Connect RELAY 2 to the screen
2. Connect the I/O port to a motion detector.
3. Connect the IR outputs as follows:
Connect an IR emitter to IR OUTPUT 1 and attach the emitter to the
DVD player
Connect an IR emitter to IR OUTPUT 2 and attach the emitter to the
power amplifier
4. Connect the RS-232 ports (see Section 6.1) as follows:
Connect RS-232 port 1 to the projector
Connect RS-232 port 3 to the plasma display
5. Connect the Ethernet port to a network (see Section 6.2).
6. Connect the K-NET port to the input of the first RC-3TB (see Section 6.3).
7. Connect the output of the first RC-3TB to the input of the second RC-3TB
(see Section 6.3.2).
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Figure 4: Connecting the SL-14RC Master Controller
6.1 Connecting the RS-232 Interface
To connect an AV device to the SL-14RC using the RS-232 port, connect the
RS-232 9-pin D-sub port on your AV device to the RS-232 terminal block on the
rear panel of the SL-14RC as shown in Figure 5.
Figure 5: RS-232 Connection

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6.2 Connecting the Ethernet Port
The Ethernet connection of the SL-14RC lets you perform all control functions of
the SL-14RC over the Internet using a PC running the Kramer Site-CTRL control
program.
To connect the SL-14RC to a network:
1. Connect the Ethernet port of the SL-14RC to the Ethernet port on a network
hub or network router, via a straight cable with RJ-45 connectors.
2. At the other end, connect the Internet to a PC running Site-CTRL.
3. After connecting the Ethernet port, you have to install and configure it. For
detailed instructions on how to install and configure your Ethernet port, see
the K-Config Software Guide available from our Web site at
www.kramerelectronics.com.
6.3 Connecting RC-3TB Remote Control Panels (Optional)
One or more RC-3TB panels may be connected to the K-NET port on the
SL-14RC in a daisy-chain configuration.
The wiring from a K-NET port to a single RC-3TB is shown in Figure 6.
Figure 6: K-NET to RC-3TB Connection

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6.3.1 Terminating RC-3TB Remote Control Panels
If only one RC-3TB is connected, it must be terminated and the termination on the
SL-14RC is turned off (see Section 4). When viewed from above and the rotary
switch is to the left of the termination switch, slide the termination switch to the left
as shown in Figure 6.
Only the last RC-3TB in the chain should be terminated.
6.3.2 Daisy-Chaining Multiple RC-3TB Remote Control Panels
The wiring of two RC-3TB panels to the K-NET port on the SL-14RC is shown in
Figure 6. Connection of more than two RC-3TB panels follows the same principle.
Figure 7: Daisy-chaining Multiple RC-3TB Panels
Note the position of the termination switch on the first RC-3TB (open, to the right),
and that of the second RC-3TB (closed, to the left).
Connections to an SL-14RC or to another RC-3TB can be made to either
connector block as the connector blocks are functionally identical.

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7 Operating the SL-14RC
You can operate your SL-14RC using:
•Front panel buttons. These are configured using the K-Config software. For
instructions on using the software, see the K-Config Software Guide
available from our Web site at www.kramerelectronics.com
•RC-3TB Remote Control Panels (optional)
•A PC running Site-CTRL control software:
To operate your device using Site-CTRL, see the Site-CTRL User Guide
available at the Kramer Web site

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8 Front Panel Button Caps and Labels
The SL-14RC is supplied with a button label sheet and 12 clear, button caps to
house the labels. Figure 8 illustrates a sample button label sheet.

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Figure 8: Sample Button Label Sheet

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8.1 Installing the Front Panel Button Caps and Labels
To install the button caps and labels:
1. Remove the required labels from the supplied button label sheet.
2. Remove the supplied button caps from the bag and insert the labels into the
button caps.
3. Taking care that the button is oriented correctly, gently press the button cap
on to the required button of the SL-14RC.
4. Repeat for all the button caps.
8.2 Replacing the Front Panel Button Labels
Note: The button caps are a press fit on the buttons and must be removed
carefully or the buttons may be damaged. Remove the button caps only with the
supplied button cap suction removal tool.
To replace the front panel button labels:
1. Using the supplied button cap suction removal tool, gently pull the button
cap away from the button. Do not use excessive force.
2. Remove the required labels from the supplied button label sheet.
3. Remove the old label from inside the button and insert the new label into the
button cap.
4. Taking care that the button is oriented correctly, gently press the button cap
on to the button of the SL-14RC.