Kramer VP-480 User manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.
USER MANUAL
MODEL:
VP-480
CV to 3G HD-SDI Scaler
P/N: 2900-000762 Rev 3

VP-480 – Contents i
Contents
1Introduction 1
2Getting Started 2
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2
2.2 Recycling Kramer Products 3
3Overview 4
4Defining the VP-480 CV to 3G HD-SDI Scaler 5
5Connecting the VP-480 6
6Operating the VP-480 CV to 3G HD-SDI Scaler 8
6.1 Using the Front Panel Buttons 8
6.2 Using the OSD 8
7Technical Specifications 12
Figures
Figure 1: UVP-480UCV to 3G HD-SDI Scaler 5
Figure 2: Connecting the UVP-480UCV to 3G HD-SDI Scaler 6

VP-480 - Introduction 1
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 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-480 CV to 3G HD-SDI Scaler,
which is ideal for the following typical applications:
•Projection systems in conference rooms, boardrooms, hotels and churches
•Home theater up-scaling

2 VP-480 - 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
•Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables
Go to http://www.kramerelectronics.com 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 to avoid interference, deterioration
in signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise levels (often
associated with low quality cables)
•Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely
influence signal quality
•Position your Kramer VP-480 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.
Caution: 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 device from the
wall before installing
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2.2 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/.

4 VP-480 - Overview
3 Overview
The Kramer VP-480 CV to 3G HD-SDI Scaler is a high-performance digital scaler
for composite video signals. It up-scales to SDI, HD-SDI and 3G HD-SDI signals.
The following output resolutions are supported:
•SDTV: 480i and 576i
•HDTV: 720p @60, 1080p SF30/29/25, 1080p 30/29/25/24/23, 1080p @59,
1080i @59, 720p @59, 480i @59, 576i, 1080p @50, 1080i @50, 720p @50,
1080p @60, 1080i @60
The VP-480 also features:
•A data rate of up to 3Gbps
•A composite video input
•An unbalanced stereo audio input
•Two SDI outputs (up to 3G HD-SDI)
•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 external 5V DC power supply

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4 Defining the VP-480 CV to 3G HD-SDI Scaler
Figure 1defines the front and rear panels of the VP-480.
Figure 1: VP-480 CV to 3G HD-SDI Scaler
# Feature Function
1 ON LED Lights green when the device is powered on
2 INPUT LED Lights green when a composite video signal is detected on the
input
3 MENU Button Press to display the OSD (On-screen Display) 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 1080p (1920x1080)
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 CV IN BNC
connector Connect to a composite video source
8 AUDIO IN LEFT
RCA Connector Connect to the left channel of the unbalanced stereo audio source. Audio from this input is output to SDI channel 1 of the
first group
9 AUDIO IN RIGHT
RCA Connector Connect to the right channel of the unbalanced stereo audio source. Audio from this input is output to SDI channel 2 of the
first group
10 SDI OUT 1 BNC
Connector Connect to SDI acceptor 1. The signal is re-clocked and equalized
11 SDI OUT 2 BNC
Connector Connect to SDI acceptor 2. The signal is re-clocked and equalized
12 5V DC Connect to the +5V DC power adapter, center pin positive

6 VP-480 - Connecting the VP-480
5 Connecting the VP-480
Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your
VP-480. After connecting your VP-480, connect its power and then
switch on the power to each device.
Figure 2: Connecting the VP-480 CV to 3G HD-SDI Scaler
To connect the VP-480 as illustrated in the example in Figure 2:
1. Connect a composite video source (for example, a composite video player)
to the CV IN BNC connector.
2. Connect an unbalanced stereo audio source (for example, the audio output
from the composite video player) to the LEFT and RIGHT AUDIO IN RCA
connectors.
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3. Connect the SDI OUT 1 BNC connector to an SDI acceptor (for example, a
non-linear editor).
4. Connect the SDI OUT 2 BNC connector to an SDI acceptor (for example, an
SDI display with speakers).
5. Connect the 5V DC power adapter to the 5V DC power socket and to the
mains electricity (not shown in the illustration).