Kramer VP-418 User manual

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Model:
VP-418
Video to HDMI Scaler

Contents
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Contents
1Introduction 1
2Getting Started 1
2.1 Quick Start 1
3Overview 3
3.1 About HDMI 3
3.2 Recommendations for Best Performance 4
4Your VP-418 Video to HDMI Scaler 5
5Connecting the VP-418 Video to HDMI Scaler 6
5.1 Connecting the Contact Closure Remote Control PINs 8
6Technical Specifications 8
Figures
Figure 1: VP-418 Video to HDMI Scaler – Front and Rear View 5
Figure 2: Connecting the VP-418 Video to HDMI Scaler 7
Figure 3: Connecting the Contact Closure Remote Control PINs 8
Tables
Table 1: Front Panel Features and Functions of the VP-418 Video to HDMI Scaler 5
Table 2: Rear Panel Features and Functions of the VP-418 Video to HDMI Scaler 5
Table 3: Technical Specifications of the VP-418 Video to HDMI Scaler 8

Introduction
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1 Introduction
Welcome to Kramer Electronics (since 1981): a world of unique, creative and
affordable solutions to the infinite range of problems that confront the video,
audio and presentation professional on a daily basis. In recent years, we have
redesigned and upgraded most of our line, making the best even better! Our
500-plus different models now appear in 8 Groups1, which are clearly defined
by function.
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VP-418 Video to HDMI Scaler.
This product is ideal for:
Projection systems in conference rooms, boardrooms, hotels and churches
Home theater up-scaling
The package includes the following items:
VP-418 Video to HDMI Scaler
Power adapter (12V DC input)
This user manual2
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 cables3
2.1 Quick Start
This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps.
1 GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Video and Audio Switchers, Matrix Switchers and Controllers; GROUP 3:
Video, Audio, VGA/XGA Processors; GROUP 4: Interfaces and Sync Processors; GROUP 5: Twisted Pair Interfaces;
GROUP 6: Accessories and Rack Adapters; GROUP 7: Scan Converters and Scalers; and GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors
2 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from the Internet at this URL: http://www.kramerelectronics.com
3 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com

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Getting Started
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Overview
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3 Overview
The Kramer VP-418 is a high quality video to HDMI scaler. It accepts one of
two inputs: either s-Video on a 4p connector, or composite video on an RCA
connector (selected via a front panel selector button or via the remote contact
closure connector), as well as separate sets of digital audio (S/PDIF) and
analog unbalanced stereo audio signals on RCA connectors. It scales the
video, embeds the audio, and outputs the signal to the HDMI output.
The VP-418 Video to HDMI Scaler:
Is HDTV compatible and the resolution can be scaled up to 480p, 576p or
720p via a front panel selector button
Has both analog and digital (S/PDIF) audio inputs for each video input
Automatically detects and selects the analog/digital audio source. Default
selection is S/PDIF – if this is not present, then the machine uses the
audio from the analog inputs
Has a non-volatile memory that retains the last settings used
Is housed in a desktop sized enclosure and is 12VDC fed
Control your VP-418:
Directly, via the front panel push buttons
Remotely, from the remote contact closure connector
3.1 About HDMI
High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is an uncompressed all-digital1
audio/video interface, widely supported in the entertainment and home cinema
industry. It delivers the highest high-definition image and sound quality. Note that
Kramer Electronics Limited is an HDMI Adopter2and an HDCP Licensee3.
In particular, HDMI:
Provides a simple4interface between any audio/video source, such as a
set-top box, DVD player, or A/V receiver and video monitor, such as a
digital flat LCD / plasma television (DTV), over a single lengthy5cable
1 Ensuring an all-digital rendering of video without the losses associated with analog interfaces and their unnecessary digital-
to-analog conversions
2 See http://www.hdmi.org/about/adopters_founders.asp
3 See http://www.digital-cp.com/list/
4 With video and multi-channel audio combined into a single cable, the cost, complexity, and confusion of multiple cables
currently used in A/V systems is reduced
5 HDMI technology has been designed to use standard copper cable construction at up to 15m

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Overview
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Supports standard, enhanced, high-definition video, and multi-channel
digital audio1on a single cable
Transmits all ATSC HDTV standards and supports 8-channel digital audio,
with bandwidth to spare to accommodate future enhancements and
requirements
Benefits consumers by providing superior, uncompressed digital video
quality via a single cable2, and user-friendly connector
Is backward-compatible with DVI (Digital Visual Interface)
Supports two-way communication between the video source (such as a
DVD player) and the digital television, enabling new functionality such as
automatic configuration and one-button play
HDMI has the capacity to support existing high-definition video formats
(720p, 1080i, and 1080p/60), standard definition formats such as NTSC or
PAL, as well as 480p and 576p.
3.2 Recommendations for Best Performance
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
your Kramer VP-418 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 unit3.
Warning – Disconnect power and unplug unit from wall
before installing or removing device or servicing unit.
1 HDMI supports multiple audio formats, from standard stereo to multi-channel surround-sound. HDMI has the capacity to
support Dolby 5.1 audio and high-resolution audio formats
2 HDMI provides the quality and functionality of a digital interface while also supporting uncompressed video formats in a
simple, cost-effective manner
3 For example: model number AD2512C, part number 2535-000251

Your VP-418 Video to HDMI Scaler
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4 Your VP-418 Video to HDMI Scaler
Figure 1, Table 1 and Table 2 define the VP-418 Video to HDMI Scaler:
Figure 1: VP-418 Video to HDMI Scaler – Front and Rear View
Table 1: Front Panel Features and Functions of the VP-418 Video to HDMI Scaler
# Feature Function
1 Selector Button Press to select the CV input or the Y/C input
2 CV Indicator LED Lights when the CV input is selected
3
Input
Y/C Indicator LED Lights when the Y/C input is selected
4 Selector Button Press to select the resolution: 480p, 576p or 720p
5 480p Indicator LED Lights when the 480p resolution is selected
6 576p Indicator LED Lights when the 576p resolution is selected
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Resolution
720p Indicator LED Lights when the 720p resolution is selected
Table 2: Rear Panel Features and Functions of the VP-418 Video to HDMI Scaler
# Feature Function
8 Y/C IN 4p Connector Connect to the s-Video source
9 R
10 Audio IN RCA Connector L Connect to the right and left analog unbalanced stereo
audio source (of the Y/C source)
11
Y/C
S/PDIF IN RCA Connector Connect to the digital audio source
12 CV IN RCA Connector Connect to the composite video source
13 R
14 Audio IN RCA Connector L Connect to the right and left analog unbalanced stereo
audio source (of the CV source)
15
CV
S/PDIF IN RCA Connector Connect to the digital audio source
16 Remote Terminal Block Connects to a dry contact switch (see section 5.1)
17 HDMI Out Connector Connects to the HDMI acceptor
18 12V DC +12V DC connector for powering the unit

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Connecting the VP-418 Video to HDMI Scaler
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5 Connecting the VP-418 Video to HDMI Scaler
To connect your VP-418, as the example in Figure 2 illustrates1, do the
following2:
1. Connect an s-Video source (for example, an s-Video camcorder) to the
Y/C IN 4p connector.
2. Connect the analog unbalanced stereo audio signal of the s-video source to
the L and R RCA connectors in the Y/C area3.
3. Connect a composite video source (for example, a composite video player)
to the CV IN RCA connector.
4. Connect the analog unbalanced stereo audio signal of the CV source to the
L and R RCA connectors in the CV area3.
5. Connect the HDMI Out connector to an HDMI acceptor4(for example, a
plasma display).
6. Connect the 12V DC power adapter to the power socket and connect the
adapter to the mains electricity (not shown in Figure 2).
1 You do not have to connect both inputs
2 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VP-418. After connecting your VP-418, switch on its
power and then switch on the power on each device
3 Alternatively, you can connect the digital audio source to the S/PDIF RCA connector
4 After connecting the power, if required, press the Resolution button to set the scaled output resolution

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Figure 2: Connecting the VP-418 Video to HDMI Scaler

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Technical Specifications
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5.1 Connecting the Contact Closure Remote Control PINs
The contact closure remote control pins operate in a similar way to the Input
selector button. Using the contact closure remote control you can select the
Y/C or the CV input. To do so, connect the required input1pin on the
REMOTE terminal block connector to the G (Ground) pin, as Figure 3
illustrates.
DO NOT Connect more than one PIN to the Ground PIN at the same time
To select CV,
connect the CV
PIN to PIN G
To select Y/C,
connect the Y/C
PIN to PIN G
Figure 3: Connecting the Contact Closure Remote Control PINs
6 Technical Specifications
Table 3: Technical Specifications2of the VP-418 Video to HDMI Scaler
INPUTS: 1 CV on an RCA connector 1Vpp/75
1 s-Video on a 4p connector 1Vpp/75(Y); 0.3Vpp/75(C)
2 analog unbalanced stereo audio (left and right) on RCA connectors,
1 Vpp/24k
2 S/PDIF digital audio on RCA connectors
OUTPUT: 1 HDMI connector
OUTPUT RESOLUTIONS: 480p, 576p, 720p
CONTROLS: Input selector button, resolution selector button, contact closure
POWER SOURCE: 12VDC, 550mA
DIMENSIONS: 21.46 cm x 16.25 cm x 4.36 cm (8.45" x 6.4" x 1.72") W, D, H
WEIGHT: 1.1kg (2.4lb.) approx.
ACCESSORIES: Power supply
OPTIONS: Rack adapter
1 Y/C or CV
2 Specifications are subject to change without notice