Kramer VP-421 User manual

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Models:
VP-420, PC/HD Scaler
VP-421, PC/HD Scaler

Contents
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Contents
1Introduction 1
2Getting Started 1
2.1 Quick Start 2
3Overview 3
4Your PC/HD Scaler 4
4.1 Your VP-420 PC/HD Scaler 4
4.2 Your VP-421 PC/HD Scaler 5
5Connecting the VP-420/VP-421 PC/HD Scaler 6
6Operating the VP-420/VP-421 7
6.1 Using the Front Panel Buttons 7
6.2 Using the OSD 8
6.2.1 Using the Front Panel Buttons 8
6.2.2 The MAIN MENU 9
6.2.3 The “OUTPUT” Submenu 9
6.2.4 The “OSD” Submenu 10
7Technical Specifications 10
Figures
Figure 1: VP-420 PC/HD Scaler – Front and Rear View 4
Figure 2: VP-421 PC/HD Scaler – Front and Rear View 5
Figure 3: Connecting the VP-420 PC/HD Scaler 7
Tables
Table 1: VP-420 PC/HD Scaler Front Panel Features 5
Table 2: VP-421 PC/HD Scaler Front Panel Features 6
Table 3: 15-pin HD PINOUT for HD 6
Table 4: The MAIN MENU Parameters and Functions 9
Table 5: The “OUTPUT” Submenu – Available Resolutions 9
Table 6: The “OSD” Submenu – Available Adjustments 10
Table 7: Technical Specifications of the VP-420/VP-421 PC/HD Scaler 10

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 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 groups1
Thank you for purchasing your Kramer VP-420 or VP-421 PC/HD Scaler.
These products are ideal for:
that are clearly
defined by function.
•Projection systems in conference rooms, boardrooms, hotels and
churches
•Home theater up-scaling
The package includes the following items:
•VP-420 or VP-421 PC/HD Scaler
•Power adapter (5V 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
1 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; GROUP 11: Sierra Products
2 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from the Internet at 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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2.1 Quick Start
This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps.

Overview
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3 Overview
The Kramer VP-420/VP-421 PC/HD Scaler is a high-performance digital
scaler for computer graphics and HDTV signals. It up- or down-scales
computer graphics and HDTV signals to resolutions up to WUXGA and
1080p. The following output resolutions are supported:
PC: VGA, SVGA, XGA, 1280x800, SXGA, UXGA, WXGA, SXGA+,
WXGA+, WSXGA, WUXGA, COMPONENT: 480p, 576p, 720p
@50/60Hz, 1080i @50/60Hz, 1080p @50/60Hz.
The VP-420/VP-421 PC/HD Scaler also features:
•An On-Screen Display (OSD) for easy setup and adjustment, accessible
via the front-panel buttons
•A built-in ProcAmp for convenient signal adjustment
•A non-volatile memory that retains the last settings used
•Quick auto-adjust
•Freeze button
•RGBHV or component video input and/or output
The machine is fed from an external 5V DC source, making it suitable for
field operation.
Operate your VP-420/VP-421 directly via the front panel push buttons and
the on-screen display (OSD).
To achieve the best performance:
•Use only good quality connection cables1
•Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may
adversely influence signal quality and position your Kramer
VP-420/VP-421 away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust
to avoid interference,
deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise
levels (often associated with low quality cables)
1 Available from Kramer Electronics on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com