Kramer VP-472 User manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.
USER MANUAL
MODEL:
VP-472
SDI to HDMI Scaler
P/N: 2900-000640 Rev 5

VP-472 – Contents
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Contents
1Introduction 1
2Getting Started 2
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2
2.2 Safety Instructions 3
2.3 Recycling Kramer Products 3
3Overview 4
3.1 Defining the VP-472 SDI to HDMI Scaler 5
4Connecting the VP-472 6
5Operating the VP-472 SDI to HDMI Scaler 8
5.1 Using the Front Panel Buttons 8
5.2 Using the OSD 8
6Technical Specifications 12
Figures
Figure 1: VP-472 SDI to HDMI Scaler 5
Figure 2: Connecting the VP-472 SDI to HDMI Scaler 7

VP-472 - 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 video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting professionals
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 groups that are clearly defined
by function: GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Routers;
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 and GROUP 11:
Sierra Products.
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VP-472 SDI to HDMI Scaler, which is
ideal for the following typical applications:
Projection systems in conference rooms, boardrooms, auditoriums, hotels
and churches, production studios, rental and staging
Home theater up-scaling

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VP-472 - Getting Started
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
Go to http://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/product_downloads.asp
to check for up-to-date user manuals, application programs, and to check
if firmware upgrades are available (where appropriate).
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance
To achieve the best performance:
Use only good quality connection cables (we recommend Kramer high-
performance, high-resolution cables) to avoid interference, deterioration in
signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise levels (often
associated with low quality cables)
Do not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils
Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely
influence signal quality
Position your Kramer VP-472 away from moisture, excessive sunlight and
dust
This equipment is to be used only inside a building. It may only be
connected to other equipment that is installed inside a building.
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2.2 Safety Instructions
Caution:
There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit
Warning:
Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall
adapter that is provided with the unit
Warning:
Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall
before installing
2.3 Recycling Kramer Products
The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/EC
aims to reduce the amount of WEEE sent for disposal to landfill or incineration by
requiring it to be collected and recycled. To comply with the WEEE Directive,
Kramer Electronics has made arrangements with the European Advanced
Recycling Network (EARN) and will cover any costs of treatment, recycling and
recovery of waste Kramer Electronics branded equipment on arrival at the EARN
facility. For details of Kramer’s recycling arrangements in your particular country
go to our recycling pages at http://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/recycling/.
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VP-472 - Overview
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 VP-472 supports the following output resolutions:
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 with loop input and output (up to 3G HD-SDI)
An HDMI output (scaled)
An external 5V DC source, making it suitable for field operation

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3.1 Defining the VP-472 SDI to HDMI Scaler
This section defines the VP-472.
Figure 1: VP-472 SDI to HDMI Scaler
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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
7
SDI IN BNC Connector
Connect to the SDI source
8
SDI LOOP BNC Connector
Connect to the SDI acceptor. The signal is reclocked
and equalized
9
HDMI OUT Connector
Connect to the HDMI acceptor
10
5V DC
Connect to the +5V DC power adapter, center pin
positive

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VP-472 - Connecting the VP-472
4 Connecting the VP-472
Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your
VP-472. After connecting your VP-472, connect its power and then
switch on the power to each device.
To connect the VP-472 as illustrated in the example in Figure 2:
1. Connect the SDI source (for example, an SDI camera) to the SDI IN BNC
connector.
2. If required, connect the SDI LOOP BNC 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).
The VP-472 outputs on both the SDI OUT and HDMI connectors simultaneously
4. Connect the 5V DC power adapter to the power socket and to the mains
electricity (not shown in Figure 2).
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Figure 2: Connecting the VP-472 SDI to HDMI Scaler