Kramer VP-471 User manual

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Model:
VP-471
3G HD-SDI to DVI Scaler

Contents
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Contents
1Introduction 1
2Getting Started 1
2.1 Quick Start 2
3Overview 3
4Defining the VP-471 3G HD-SDI to DVI Scaler 4
5Connecting the VP-471 3G HD-SDI to DVI Scaler 5
6Operating the VP-471 3G HD-SDI to DVI Scaler 6
6.1 Using the Front Panel Buttons 6
6.2 Using the OSD 6
6.2.1 The Main Menu 7
6.2.2 The Display Submenu 7
6.2.3 The Color Submenu 8
7Technical Specifications 9
Figures
Figure 1: VP-471 3G HD-SDI to DVI Scaler Front Panel 4
Figure 2: VP-471 3G HD-SDI to DVI Scaler Rear Panel 4
Figure 3: Connecting the VP-471 3G HD-SDI to DVI Scaler 5
Tables
Table 1: VP-471 3G HD-SDI to DVI Scaler Front Panel Features 4
Table 2: VP-471 3G HD-SDI to DVI Scaler Rear Panel Features 5
Table 3: The Main Menu Parameters and Functions 7
Table 4: The Display Submenu Parameters 8
Table 5: The Color Submenu Parameters 8
Table 6: Technical Specifications of the VP-471 3G HD-SDI to DVI Scaler 9

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 MegaTOOLS®VP-471 3G HD-SDI to
DVI Scaler which is 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-471 3G HD-SDI to DVI Scaler
•Power adapter (5V DC output)
•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 http://www.kramerelectronics.com
3 The complete list of Kramer cables is available 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-471 3G HD-SDI to DVI Scaler is a high-performance digital
scaler for signals up to 3G HD-SDI. It up and down-scales SDI, HD-SDI and 3G
HD-SDI signals to resolutions up to WUXGA and 1080p. The following output
resolutions are supported:
•PC: SVGA, XGA, 1360x768, WXGA, SXGA, 1440x900, SXGA+,
WSXGA+, UXGA, WUXGA, 720x576 @50, 720x480 (NTSC),
1280x720 @50/60 (HD 720), 1920x1080 @50/60 (HD 1080)
•SDTV: 480p and 576p
•HDTV: 720p @50/60Hz, 1080i @50/60Hz and 1080p @50/60Hz
The VP-471 also features:
•A maximum data rate of 3Gbps
•Multi-standard operation: SDI (SMPTE 259M), HD-SDI (SMPTE 292M) and
3G HD-SDI (SMPTE 424M)
•An OSD (On-screen Display) accessible via the front panel buttons for easy
setup and adjustment
•A built-in ProcAmp for convenient signal adjustment
•A non-volatile memory that retains the last settings used
•A freeze button
•SDI input and loop output (up to 3G HD-SDI)
•A DVI video output
•S/PDIF digital and unbalanced stereo audio outputs
•An external 5V DC source, making it suitable for field operation
•Operation directly via the front panel push buttons and the 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-471 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 at http://www.kramerelectronics.com