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