Kramer VP-409 User manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.
USER MANUAL
MODEL:
VP-409
Video to WUXGA Scaler
P/N: 2900-000619 Rev 3

VP-409 – Contents
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Contents
1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 2
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2
2.2 Safety Instructions 3
2.3 Recycling Kramer Products 3
3 Overview 4
3.1 Defining the VP-409 Video to WUXGA Scaler 4
4 Connecting and Operating the VP-409 6
4.1 Sync Enable/Disable Output Function 7
4.2 OSD Information Enable/Disable Function 7
5 Technical Specifications 8
Figures
Figure 1: VP-409 Video to WUXGA Scaler 4
Figure 2: Connecting the VP-409 Video to WUXGA Scaler 6

VP-409 - 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 video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting professionals
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 Routers;
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 VP-409 Video to WUXGA Scaler,
which is ideal for the following typical applications:
Multimedia and presentation applications for projecting a composite video or
s-Video source using a data projector, plasma, or TFT flat-screen
Presentation and conference room systems, boardrooms and auditoriums
Conversion of composite/YC video to VGA format to use in RGBHV systems
Rental and staging

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VP-409 - 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
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance
To achieve the best performance:
Use only good quality connection cables (we recommend Kramer high-
performance, high-resolution cables) to avoid interference, deterioration in
signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise levels (often
associated with low quality cables)
Do not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils
Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely
influence signal quality
Position your Kramer VP-409 away from moisture, excessive sunlight and
dust
This equipment is to be used only inside a building. It may only be
connected to other equipment that is installed inside a building.
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2.2 Safety Instructions
Caution:
There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit
Warning:
Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall
adapter that is provided with the unit
Warning:
Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall
before installing
2.3 Recycling Kramer Products
The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/EC
aims to reduce the amount of WEEE sent for disposal to landfill or incineration by
requiring it to be collected and recycled. To comply with the WEEE Directive,
Kramer Electronics has made arrangements with the European Advanced
Recycling Network (EARN) and will cover any costs of treatment, recycling and
recovery of waste Kramer Electronics branded equipment on arrival at the EARN
facility.
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VP-409 - Overview
3 Overview
The Kramer VP-409 is a high quality low cost converter for up-scaling composite
video and s-Video to up to WUXGA. It accepts PAL-B/D/G/H/I, NTSC 3.58, and
NTSC 4.43 videoformats. This compact, multi-standard unit has a built-in 3D
de-interlacer and a 3D comb-filter that ensures superb quality.
The VP-409 features:
Buttons for selecting the input source and the output resolution indicated
by LEDs
Non-volatile memory that retains the last setting, after switching the power
off
An external DC source, making it suitable for field operation
3.1 Defining the VP-409 Video to WUXGA Scaler
This section defines the VP-409.
Figure 1: VP-409 Video to WUXGA Scaler

VP-409 - Overview
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#
Feature
Function
1
5V DC
+5V DC connector for powering the unit
2
CV IN RCA Connector
Connects to a composite video source
3
Y/C IN 4-pin Connector
Connects to an s-Video source
4
OUTPUT 15-pin HD Connector
Connects to the VGA-WUXGA acceptor
5
INPUT SELECT Button
Press to select between inputs
6
CV LED
Illuminates when the CV input is selected
7
Y/C LED
Illuminates when the Y/C input is selected
8
OUTPUT RES. Button
Press to select the desired output resolution
9
VGA LED
Illuminates when the VGA (640x480) resolution is
selected
10
SVGA LED
Illuminates when the SVGA (800x600) resolution is
selected
11
XGA LED
Illuminates when the XGA (1024x768) resolution is
selected
12
1280x800 LED
Illuminates when the 1280x800 (Wide XGA)
resolution is selected
13
1366x768 LED
Illuminates when the 1366x768 (WXGA) resolution
is selected
14
WSXGA LED
Illuminates when the WSXGA (1440x900)
resolution is selected
15
SXGA LED
Illuminates when the SXGA (1280x1024)
resolution is selected
16
1400x1050 LED
Illuminates when the 1400x1050 (SXGA+)
resolution is selected
17
1680x1050 LED
Illuminates when the 1680x1050 (WSXGA+)
resolution is selected
18
UXGA LED
Illuminates when the UXGA (1600x1200)
resolution is selected
19
1920x1080 LED
Illuminates when the 1920x1080 (1080p RGB)
resolution is selected
20
WUXGA LED
Illuminates when the WUXGA (1920x1200)
resolution is selected

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VP-409 - Connecting and Operating the VP-409
4 Connecting and Operating the VP-409
Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your
VP-409. After connecting your VP-409, connect its power and then
switch on the power to each device.
1. Connect a composite video source to the CV IN RCA connector (for
example, a composite video player) and/or an s-Video source (for example,
an s-Video player) to the Y/C 4-pin input connector.
2. Connect the OUTPUT 15-pin HD computer graphics video connector to an
acceptor (for example, a plasma display).
3. Connect the 5V DC power adapter to the power socket and connect the
adapter to the mains electricity (not shown in Figure 2).
4. Use the:
INPUT SELECT button to select the desired input
OUTPUT RES. button to select the desired resolution
Figure 2: Connecting the VP-409 Video to WUXGA Scaler
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4.1 Sync Enable/Disable Output Function
You can setup the unit to automatically disable its sync output signals when no
source is connected, so that the display/projector can enter “sleep” mode (that is,
turn OFF when no sync is detected).
The syncs are disabled after no video is detected for a period of about 2 minutes.
To toggle between the sync output enable/disable state while no input is
connected, do the following:
1. Press and hold the input selection button and connect the power supply
cable.
2. Hold the button until one of the input LEDs flashes for a short time (this takes
about 12 seconds).
To identify the current status of the unit, disconnect and reconnect the power cable
to start up the unit:
If both INPUT LEDs flash for a short time, the sync output signals are
disabled
If both INPUT LEDs remain ON during unit startup, the sync output signals
are enabled
4.2 OSD Information Enable/Disable Function
To toggle between enabling/disabling the OSD information:
1. Press and hold the OUTPUT RES. selection button and connect the power
supply cable.
2. Hold the button until all the resolution LEDs flash for a short time. (This takes
about 12 seconds).