Kramer VP-419XL User manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.
USER MANUAL
MODEL:
VP-419xl
Video to SXGA/HD Scaler
P/N: 2900-000201 Rev 7

VP-419xl – Contents
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Contents
1Introduction 1
2Getting Started 2
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2
2.2 Safety Instructions 3
2.3 Recycling Kramer Products 3
3Overview 4
3.1 Defining the VP-419xl Video to SXGA/HD Scaler 5
4Connecting the VP-419xl 7
5Controlling the VP-419xl 9
5.1 Controlling via the Front Panel Buttons 9
5.2 Using the CONTROL Buttons 9
5.3 Using the Infra-Red Remote Control Transmitter 11
6Technical Specifications 12
Figures
Figure 1: VP-419xl Video to SXGA/HD Scaler 5
Figure 2: Connecting the VP-419xl Video to SXGA/HD Scaler 8
Figure 3: Infrared Remote Control Transmitter 11

VP-419xl - 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-419xl Video to SXGA/HD Scaler,
which is ideal for the following typical applications:
Projection systems in conference rooms, boardrooms, hotels and churches
Home theater up-scaling

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VP-419xl - 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
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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-419xl 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. For details of Kramer’s recycling arrangements in your particular country
go to our recycling pages
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VP-419xl - Overview
3 Overview
The Kramer VP-419xl Video To SXGA/HD Scaler is a high quality converter for up-
scaling composite video, s-Video (YC), and SD component video to XGA and HD
resolutions. It also has a computer graphics (XGA) input, which, when selected, is
routed directly (bypassed) to the output. Video inputs are de-interlaced and scaled
to the selected PC or HDTV resolutions, as follows:
The terminology XGA is used throughout this manual, where this implies any RGBHV signal
on a 15-pin HD connector having a resolution from VGA up to SXGA.
PC: VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA, UXGA, WXGA, WXGA+, WSXGA+
HDTV: 480p, 576p, 720p50, 720p60, 1080i50, 1080i60, 1080p50, 1080p60
The VP-419xl Video to SXGA/HD Scaler also features:
Automatic detection of NTSC, N4.43, PAL, PAL-M, PAL-N, SECAM video
standards
An On-Screen Display (OSD) for easy setup and adjustment, accessible via
the IR remote control and via the front-panel buttons
A high-performance adaptive 3D comb filter (for precise color management)
Per-pixel motion compensated de-interlacing for artifact-free video images
Automatic detection for 3:2 pulldown for 24fps film source material
Frame rate conversion of 50Hz to 60Hz for PAL input signals
A Vertical Temporal (VT) Filter for removing jagged artifacts
Advanced color/luminance transient improvement circuitry
A PC Input connector for easy integration into an existing system
A built-in procamp for convenient signal adjustment
A non-volatile memory that retains the last settings used
The machine is fed from an external 12V DC source, making it suitable for field
operation.

VP-419xl - Overview
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Control your VP-419xl:
Directly, via the front panel push buttons
Remotely, from the infra-red remote control transmitter
3.1 Defining the VP-419xl Video to SXGA/HD Scaler
This section defines the VP-419xl.
Figure 1: VP-419xl Video to SXGA/HD Scaler
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Feature
Function
1
POWER Switch
Switch for turning the unit ON or OFF
2
IR Receiver
Lights when receiving signals from the remote control
transmitter
3
RGB/RESET Button
Illuminates when the output resolution is set to RGB.
Press to set output to Y Pb Pr (the button no longer
illuminates). Press and hold for more than 3 seconds to
reset to VGA. Press and hold for 10 seconds to reset to
480p
4
CONTROL
MENU Button
Displays the OSD menu (see Section 5.2)
5
ENTER Button
Press to accept changes and change the SETUP
parameters (see Section 5.2.3)
6
+ Button
Press to go up the menu list or adjust the PICTURE
submenu values (see Section 5.2.2)
7
- Button
Press to go down the menu list or adjust the PICTURE
submenu values (see Section 5.2.2)

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VP-419xl - Overview
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Feature
Function
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INPUT
SELECTOR
CV Button
Press to select the composite video source
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YC Button
Press to select the s-Video (YC) video source
10
COMP. Button
Press to select the component video source
11
SXGA Button
Press to select the SXGA source
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INPUTS
YC 4-pin Connector
Connects to the s-Video source
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CV RCA Connector
Connects to the composite video source
14
YRCA Connector
Connects to the interlaced component video source
Not compatible with progressive scan Y, Pb, Pr or HDTV
For component video, connect all three connectors: Y, Cb,
Cr (also known as YUV)
15
CBRCA Connector
16
CRRCA Connector
17
SXGA PASS 15-pin
HD Connector
Connects to the VGA/Y, Pb, Pr source
This PC input signal is not scaled, but is available for pass-
through when the PC source is selected
18
SXGA / HD OUT 15-pin HD
Connector
Connects to the SXGA or HDTV (component video)
acceptor
19
12 VDC
+12V DC connector for powering the unit

VP-419xl - Connecting the VP-419xl
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4 Connecting the VP-419xl
Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your
VP-419xl. After connecting your VP-419xl, connect its power and then
switch on the power to each device.
To connect the VP-419xl as illustrated in the example in Figure 2:
1. Connect an s-Video source (for example, an s-Video camcorder) to the
INPUT 4-pin YC connector.
2. Connect a composite video source (for example, a composite video player)
to the CV INPUT RCA connector.
3. Connect a component video source (for example, a DVD player) to the Y, Cb
and Cr INPUT RCA connectors.
4. Connect an SXGA graphics source to the SXGA PASS INPUT 15-pin HD
connector.
This PC input signal is not scaled, but is available for pass-through when the PC
Source is selected.
5. Connect the SXGA/HD OUT 15-pin HD connector to a video acceptor (for
example, a plasma display) as follows:
When connecting to an XGA acceptor (RGBHV), then connect to the
acceptor’s XGA connector
When connecting to a component acceptor (Y, Cb, Cr), then connect
as shown in in the following table
PIN #
Signal
1
Cr
2
Y
3
Cb
6. Connect the 12V DC power adapter to the power socket and connect the
adapter to the mains electricity (not shown in Figure 2).
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