Kramer VP-472 User manual

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Model:
VP-472
SDI to HDMI Scaler

Contents
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Contents
1Introduction 1
2Getting Started 1
2.1 Quick Start 2
3Overview 3
4Defining the VP-472 SDI to HDMI Scaler 4
5Connecting the VP-472 SDI to HDMI Scaler 5
6Operating the VP-472 SDI to HDMI 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
6.2.3The COLOR Submenu 7
6.2.1 The SDI AUDIO Submenu 8
7Technical Specifications 9
Figures
Figure 1: VP-472 SDI to HDMI Scaler Front Panel 4
Figure 2: VP-472 SDI to HDMI Scaler Rear Panel 4
Figure 3: Connecting the VP-472 SDI to HDMI Scaler 5
Tables
Table 1: VP-472 SDI to HDMI Scaler Front Panel Features 4
Table 2: VP-472 SDI to HDMI Scaler Rear Panel Features 4
Table 3: The Main Menu Parameters and Functions 7
Table 4: The Display Submenu Parameters 7
Table 5: The Color Submenu Parameters 7
Table 6: The SDI Audio Submenu Parameters 8
Table 7: Technical Specifications of the VP-472 SDI to HDMI 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-472. This product 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-472 SDI to HDMI 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-472 SDI to HDMI Scaler is a high-performance digital scaler for
signals up to 3G HD-SDI. It up and down-scales 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, 1080p @50/60Hz and 1080i @50/60Hz
The VP-472 also features:
•A data rate of up to 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
•An SDI input and loop output (up to 3G HD-SDI)
•An HDMI output (scaled)
•An external 5V DC source, making it suitable for field operation
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-472 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

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4 Defining the VP-472 SDI to HDMI Scaler
Figure 1 and Table 1 define the front panel of the VP-472.
Figure 1: VP-472 SDI to HDMI Scaler Front Panel
Table 1: VP-472 SDI to HDMI Scaler Front Panel Features
# Feature Function
1 ON LED Lights green when the unit is powered on
2 SDI LED Lights blue when an SDI signal is detected on the input
3 MENU Button Press to display the OSD (On-screen Display) Main menu.
When the OSD is not displayed, press together with the – button to
set the output resolution to 720p (1280x720)
4 ENTER Button In the OSD, press to select the highlighted menu item.
When the OSD is not displayed, press together with the + button to
set the output resolution to XGA
5 –Button In the OSD, press to step up through the options or to decrement the
parameter value
6 +/FREEZE button In the OSD, press to step down through the options or to increment
the parameter value.
When the OSD is not displayed, press to freeze the display
Figure 1 and Table 1 define the rear panel of the VP-472.
Figure 2: VP-472 SDI to HDMI Scaler Rear Panel
Table 2: VP-472 SDI to HDMI Scaler Rear Panel Features
# Feature Function
1 SDI IN BNC Connector Connect to the SDI source
2 SDI OUT BNC Connector Connect to the SDI acceptor. The signal is reclocked and
equalized
3 HDMI OUTConnector Connect to the HDMI acceptor
4 5V DC Connect to the +5V DC power adapter, center pin positive

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5 Connecting the VP-472 SDI to HDMI Scaler
Figure 3: Connecting the VP-472 SDI to HDMI Scaler
To connect the VP-472, as illustrated in the example in Figure 3:
1. Connect the SDI source (for example, an SDI camera) to the SDI IN BNC
connector.
2. If required, connect the SDI OUT BNC (loop) connector to the SDI acceptor
(for example, an SDI display).
3. Connect the HDMI OUT connector to the HDMI acceptor (for example, a
plasma display)1
4. Connect the 5V DC power adapter to the power socket and to the mains
electricity (not shown in
.
Figure 3).
1 The VP-472 outputs on both the SDI OUT and HDMI connectors simultaneously

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Operating the VP-472 SDI to HDMI Scaler
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6 Operating the VP-472 SDI to HDMI Scaler
The VP-472 is operated directly via the front panel buttons and via the OSD menu.
6.1 Using the Front Panel Buttons
During normal operation (without the OSD), the front panel buttons perform in the
following manner:
•MENU: Displays the OSD Main Menu (see Section 6.2). Press a second
time to close the OSD
•FREEZE: Freezes the display. Press a second time to unfreeze the display
•MENU and AUTO ADJUST: Press together to set the output to 720p
(1280x720)
•ENTER and FREEZE: Press together to set the output to XGA (1024x768)
6.2 Using the OSD
The OSD is used to set a variety of parameters.
When using the OSD, the front panel buttons operate in the following manner:
•MENU: Opens the OSD main menu (see Table 3). Press a second time to
close the OSD
•ENTER: Selects the highlighted menu item or parameter
•– : Steps up through the menu list or decrements the parameter value
•+ : Steps down through the menu list or increments the parameter value
Note: After a period of 15 sec with no button activity, the OSD menu times-out
automatically.
Example of Setting a Parameter
To set the green offset value of the display output to 42:
1. From normal operation, press MENU.
The OSD main menu appears on the screen.
2. Press the + or –button to highlight COLOR.
COLOR changes to green.
3. Press ENTER.
The Display submenu is displayed.
4. Press the + or –button to highlight G OFFSET.
G OFFSET changes to green.
5. Press ENTER.
The G OFFSET parameter changes to red.
6. Press the + button to increase the value to 42.
7. Press ENTER to set the value.
G OFFSET is highlighted in green.
8. To exit to normal operation, press MENU.

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6.2.1 The Main Menu
Table 3 defines the Main menu parameters and functions.
Table 3: The Main Menu Parameters and Functions
Parameter Function
DISPLAY Sets the output resolution, size and aspect ratio (see Table 4)
COLOR Sets the output color parameters (see Table 5)
SDI AUDIO Selects which embedded audio group to output
1
: Group 1, Group 2, Group 3, Group
4, Auto2, Off3
Default: Auto
FACTORY RESET Resets all parameters to factory defaults
INFORMATION Displays current input resolution, output resolution and firmware revision
AUTO SYNC OFF When on, this de-activates the output after a few minutes if no input is present4
EXIT Exits the Main menu
6.2.2 The Display Submenu
The Display submenu sets the display output resolution, size and aspect ratio.
Table 4 defines the display output parameters.
Table 4: The Display Submenu Parameters
Parameter
Parameters
Factory Default
OUTPUT Sets the output resolution.
Native, 1920x1080p @50 (HD 1080), 1280x720p @50 (HD 720),
720x576p @50, 1920x1080p (HD 1080), 1280x720p (HD 720),
720x480p (NTSC), 1920x1200p (WUXGA), 1600x1200 (UXGA),
1680x1050 (WSXGA+), 1400x1050 (SXGA+), 1440x900, 1280x1024
(SXGA), 1280x800 (WXGA), 1360x768, 1280x768 (WXGA), 1024x768
(XGA), 800x600 (SVGA)
PC: VGA, SVGA, XGA, 1280x800, UXGA, SXGA, WXGA, SXGA+,
WXGA+, WSXGA, WUXGA
SDTV: 480p and 576p
HDTV: 720p @50/60Hz, 1080p @50/60Hz, 1080i @50/60Hz
1280x720 @60
SIZE Sets the output size/aspect ratio: Full, Pan scan, Letter box, Under 2,
Under 1, Over scan
Full
EXIT Exits the Display menu
6.2.3 The COLOR Submenu
The Color submenu sets the display output color parameters. Table 5 defines the
color output parameters.
Table 5: The Color Submenu Parameters
Parameter Function Value Range Factory Default
CONTRAST Sets the output contrast 0-255 105
BRIGHTNESS Sets the output brightness 0-192 96
1 The selected audio group is embedded into the HDMI output
2 When set to Auto, the unit searches for the lowest Group number which has audio and selects this audio Group
3 Audio is not outputted
4 Useful, for example, when the output is connected to a projector, and the projector will automatically shut down when it has no input

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Parameter Function Value Range Factory Default
R Sets the output red value 0-255 128
G Sets the output green value 0-255 128
B Sets the output blue value 0-255 128
R OFFSET Sets the output red signal level offset 0-63 32
G OFFSET Sets the output green signal level offset 0-63 32
B OFFSET Sets the output blue signal level offset 0-63 32
EXIT Exits the Color submenu
6.2.1 The SDI AUDIO Submenu
The SDI Audio submenu selects which SDI audio group to embed into the HDMI
output. Table 5 defines the SDI audio group options.
Table 6: The SDI Audio Submenu Parameters
Parameter Function Factory Default
AUTO Automatically selects the lowest group
1
AUTOwith audio and embeds
this into the HDMI output
OFF Audio is not embedded into the HDMI output
GROUP1 Group 1 audio is embedded into the HDMI output
GROUP2 Group 2 audio is embedded into the HDMI output
GROUP3 Group 3 audio is embedded into the HDMI output
GROUP4 Group 4 audio is embedded into the HDMI output
1 The selected audio group is embedded into the HDMI output