Kramer VP-429H2 User manual

VP-429H2 Quick Start
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VP-429H2 Quick Start Guide
This guide helps you install and use your VP-429H2 for the first time.
Go to www.kramerav.com/downloads/VP-429H2 to download the latest user manual and check if
firmware upgrades are available.
Step 1: Check what’s in the box
VP-429H2 Automatic Video Switcher/Scaler
1 Bracket set
1 Quick start guide
1 Power adapter and cord
4 Rubber feet
Step 2: Get to know your VP-429H2
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Feature
Function
1
HDMI IN 1 SELECT Button
Press to select the HDMI IN 1 input. When HDMI IN 1 is selected, the button lights
and indicates the selected audio:
Red –External audio from the analog Audio IN is selected.
Green –Embedded audio from HDMI IN 1 is selected.
2
HDMI IN 1 Connector
Connect to an HDMI source.
3
HDMI IN 2 SELECT Button
Press to select the HDMI IN 2 input. When HDMI IN 2 is selected, the button lights
and indicates the selected audio:
Red –External audio from the analog Audio IN is selected.
Green –Embedded audio from HDMI IN 2is selected.
4
HDMI IN 2 Connector
Connect to an HDMI source.
Press and hold HDMI IN 1 and HDMI IN 2 SELECT buttons simultaneously for a few seconds to reset the
output resolution to 1080p.
5
DP IN SELECT Button
Press to select the DP input. When DP is selected, the button lights and indicates
the selected audio:
Red –External audio from the analog Audio IN is selected.
Green –Embedded audio from DP IN is selected.
6
DP IN DisplayPort Connector
Connect to a DisplayPort source.
7
PC IN SELECT Button
Press to select the PC IN input. When PC IN is selected, the button lights red.
Press and hold PC IN SELECT button for a few seconds to auto-adjust the VGA
signal.
8
PC IN 15-pin HD Connector
Connect to the VGA source.
9
AUDIO IN 3.5mm Mini Jack
Connects to an unbalanced stereo audio source.
10
STEP-IN Button
Press to take control of the input that this device is connected to on a compatible
switcher.
11
ON LED
Lights green when the device is powered on.

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Feature
Function
12
AUDIO OUT 3.5mm Mini Jack
Connect to the unbalanced stereo audio acceptor (for example, active speakers).
13
ETHERNET RJ-45 Connector
Connect to the LAN via a PC controller.
14
RS-232 CONTROL 3-pin Terminal
Block
Connect to a serial controller or PC to control the device.
15
RS-232 DATA 3-pin Terminal Block
Connect to the RS-232 port of the acceptor (for example, a projector).
The VP-429H2 sends a predefined command (for example, ON or OFF) to the
acceptor when triggered to do so.
The triggers and specific commands are configured via the Control Settings web
page.
16
PC/HDMI Remote Switch Terminal
Block
Connect to a remote switch to cycle through the inputs. Each press cycles through
the inputs HDMI IN 1 HDMI IN 2 DP IN PC IN or according to the cycle
specified in the Video & Audio Settings web page.
17
Remote Contact-closure 4-pin
Terminal Block
Connect to remote momentary switches to control step-in and audio volume.
18
FACTORY RESET Recessed Button
Short press to reboot, long press to reset the device to factory default parameters.
19
SETUP 4-way DIP-switch
Switches for setting the video and audio input behavior.
20
PROG Mini USB Connector
For firmware upgrade.
21
HDMI OUT Connector
Connect to an HDMI acceptor.
22
12V DC Connector
12V DC connector for powering the unit.
Step 3: Install the VP-429H2
Install VP-429H2 using one of the following methods:
•Attach the rubber feet and place the unit on a flat surface.
•Fasten a bracket (included) on each side of the unit and attach it to a flat surface.
For more information go to www.kramerav.com/downloads/VP-429H2.
•Mount the unit in a rack using the recommended rack adapter
(see www.kramerav.com/product/VP-429H2).
Step 4: Connect the inputs and outputs
Always switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VP-429H2. For best results, we recommend that you
always use Kramer high-performance cables to connect AV equipment to the VP-429H2.

DIP-Switch Settings
DIP-switches 1 to 4 are set to OFF (up) by default.
DIP 1
DIP 2
Video Input Selection Method
OFF
OFF
Last connected switching mode: The last physically-connected input has priority.
OFF
ON
Priority switching mode: When the input sync signal is lost, the input with a live signal and next in
priority is selected automatically (as set in the Video & Audio Settings web page)
ON
OFF
Manual input selection
ON
ON
Manual input selection
DIP 3
DIP 4
Audio Input Selection Method (for HDMI and DP)
OFF
OFF
Automatic audio selection:
If embedded audio is detected, use it as the audio source.
If embedded audio is not detected, use the analog audio input as the audio source.
OFF
ON
N/A
ON
OFF
Use the embedded audio as the audio source
ON
ON
Use the analog audio input as the audio source
For optimum range and performance use the recommended Kramer cables available at
www.kramerav.com/product/VP-429H2.
Step 5: Connect the power
Connect the 12V DC power adapter to the VP-429H2 and plug the adapter into the mains.
Safety Instructions
Caution:
There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit.
Warning:
Use only the Kramer Electronics power supply that is provided with the unit.
Warning:
Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall before installing.
See www.KramerAV.com for updated safety information.
Step 6: Operate the VP-429H2
Operate VP-429H2 via:
•Front panel buttons
•Remote control switches
•Embedded web pages via
the Ethernet
•Remotely, by RS-232
serial commands
transmitted by a touch
screen system, PC, or
other serial controller
RS-232 Control / Protocol 3000
Baud Rate:
115,200
Parity:
None
Data Bits:
8
Command Format:
ASCII
Stop Bits:
1
Example: (Mute the Video on the HDMI output): #VMUTE 1,0<CR>
Default Ethernet Parameters
IP Address:
192.168.1.39
Gateway Address:
192.168.1.1
Subnet mask:
255.255.0.0
TCP Port #:
5000
Reset
Output Resolution
(Front Panel Buttons):
Press and hold HDMI IN 1 and HDMI IN 2 SELECT buttons
simultaneously for a few seconds to reset the output
resolution to 1080p.
Factory Reset
(Rear Panel Button):
Short press to reboot, long press to reset the device to
factory default parameters.
Use the Remote Control Switches to remotely select an input and activate an input via STEP-IN button
Momentarily connect the desired pin to the GND pin to perform the following functions:
Pin Name
Function
PC/HDMI
Press to cycle through the inputs.
STEP IN
Activate the step-in.
VOL UP
Increase the volume.
VOL DN
Decrease the volume.
GND
Connect to the common side of the switches.

Use the embedded web pages to set the device patrameters, manage the EDID and:
Define video switching priorities
On the SETUP DIP-switches, set video
selection mode to Priority (Auto-Scan):
•Set DIP-switch 1 to OFF
•Set DIP-switch 2 to ON.
In the Video & Audio Settings web page:
•Drag and drop input buttons to
set to the desired order.
Set DATA port triggers and ON/OFF
commands:
•SET DATA port RS-232
configuration.
•Define the triggers.
•Type the ON/OFF commands
(taken from the projector
commands protocol, for
example).
•Check the Enable boxes.