Kramer Vp-8x8 User manual

VP-8X8 Quick Start

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VP-8X8 Quick Start Guide

This guide helps you install and use your VP-8X8 for the first time.

Go to www.kramerav.com/downloads/VP-8X8 to download the latest usermanual and check if firmware

upgrades are available.

Step 1: Check what’s in the box

VP-8X8 Matrix Switcher

1 Set of rack ears

4 Rubber feet

Kramer RC-IR3 Infrared Remote Control

Transmitter (with battery and user manual)

1 Power cord

1 Quick start guide

1 Null-modem adapter

Step 2: Get to know your VP-8X8

Feature

Function

IR Receiver

The yellow LED is illuminated when receiving signals from the infrared remote control

transmitter

POWER Switch

Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF

IN SELECTOR Buttons

Select the input to switch to the output.

When a signal is detected, the input button illuminates in green

OUT SELECTOR Buttons

Select the output to which the input is switched

ALL Button

Pressing ALL followed by an INPUT button, connects that input to all outputs

For example, press ALL and then Input button # 2 to connect input # 2 to all the outputs

OFF Button

Press an OUT SELECTOR button and then an OFF button to disconnect that output from the

inputs.

Press the ALL button and then the OFF button to disconnect all the outputs

TAKE Button

Pressing TAKE toggles the mode between the Confirm mode and the At Once mode (user

confirmation per action is unnecessary)

When in the Confirm mode, the TAKE button illuminates

STO (Store) Button

Pressing STO followed by an input/output button stores the current setting

For example, press STO and then the Output button # 3 to store in Setup # 3

RCL (Recall) Button

Pressing the RCL button and the corresponding IN/OUT button recalls a setup from the non-

volatile memory. The stored status flashes. Pressing a different IN/OUT button lets you view

another setup. After making your choice, pressing the RCL button again implements the new

status

LOCK Button

Disengages the front panel switches

STATUS 7-segment

Display

Displays the selected input switched to the output (marked above each input)

Also displays the number of IN and OUT ports, the firmware version number, and the

MACHINE #.

15-pin HD INPUT

Connectors

Connect to the video sources (from 1 to 8)

15-pin HD OUTPUT

Connectors

Connect to the output acceptor (from 1 to 8)

FLASH PROG Button

Push in for “Program” to upgrade to the latest Kramer firmware, or release for Normal (the

factory default)

The FLASH PROG “Reset” button is located on the underside of the unit

RS-232 9-pin D-sub Port

Connects to the PC or the Remote Controller

DELAY and SETUP DIP-

switches

DIP-switches for setup of the unit (DELAY dips 1, 2, 3 are for setting the delay time; SETUP

dips 1, 2, 3, 4 are for setting machine #; 8 is for RS-485 Termination)

ETHERNET Connector

Connects to the PC or other Serial Controller through computer networking

REMOTE IR 3.5mm Mini

Jack

Connect to an external IR receiver unit for controlling the machine via an IR remote controller

(instead of using the front panel IR receiver)

Optional. Can be used instead of the front panel (built-in) IR receiver to remotely control the

machine (only if the internal IR connection cable has been installed)

RS-485 Terminal Block

Port

Pin G is for Ground connection; Pins B (-) and A (+) are for RS-485

Power Connector with

Fuse

AC connector enabling power supply to the unit

Step 3: Mount VP-8X8

To rack mount the machine, attach both rack ears

(by removing the screws from each side of the

machine and replacing those screws through the

rack ears) or place the machine on a table.

•Ensure that the environment (e.g., maximum ambient temperature &

air flow) is compatible for the device.

•Avoid uneven mechanical loading.

•Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate ratings should be

used for avoiding overloading of the circuits.

•Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment should be maintained.

Step 4: Connect inputs and outputs

Always switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VP-8X8.

To achieve specified extension distances, use the recommended Kramer cables available at www.kramerav.com/product/VP-8X8.

Using third-party cables may cause damage!

Step 5: Connect power

Connect the power cord to VP-8X8 and plug it into the mains electricity.

Safety Instructions (See www.kramerav.com for updated safety information)

Caution:

•For products with relay terminals and GPI\O ports, please refer to the permitted rating for an external connection, located next to the terminal or in the User Manual.

•There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit.

Warning:

•Use only the power cord that is supplied with the unit.

•Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall before installing.

•Do not open the unit. High voltages can cause electrical shock! Servicing by qualified personnel only.

•To ensure continuous risk protection, replace fuses only according to the rating specified on the product label which located on the bottom of the unit.

Step 6: Operate VP-8X8