Kramer PIP-4 User manual

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Model:
PIP-4
4 input Picture-in-Picture Inserter

Contents
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Contents
1Introduction 1
2Getting Started 1
2.1 Quick Start 2
3Overview 3
3.1 Recommendations for best performance 3
4Defining the PIP-4, 4 input Picture-in-Picture Inserter 4
5Connecting the PIP-4, 4 input Picture-in-Picture Inserter 6
5.1 Connecting a PC to the PIP-4 via RS-232 for Remote Operation 7
5.2 Connecting a PC to the PIP-4 via Ethernet for Remote Operation 7
5.2.1 Connecting the Ethernet Port Directly to a PC 7
5.2.2 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub 8
6Operating the PIP-4 9
6.1 The OSD Menu 9
6.1.1 Display Submenu 9
6.1.2 Utility Submenu 10
6.2 Operating the PIP-4 Locally 10
6.2.1 Operating the PIP-4 Using the Mouse 10
6.2.2 Operating the PIP-4 Using the Front Panel Buttons 11
6.3 Operating the PIP-4 Remotely 13
6.3.1 Operating the PIP-4 via RS-232/Ethernet 13
7Resetting the PIP-4 Parameters to Factory Defaults 13
8Upgrading the Firmware 13
9Technical Specifications 14
10 Default Communication Parameters 14
11 Communication Protocol 3000 15
11.1 Protocol 3000 Syntax 15
11.2 Command Parts Details 15
Figures
Figure 1: PIP-4 Front Panel 4
Figure 2: PIP-4 Rear Panel 5
Figure 3: Connecting the PIP-4, 4 input Picture-in-Picture Inserter 6
Figure 4: Local Area Connection Properties Window 8
Figure 5: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window 8
Figure 6: Video Pane Manipulation Buttons 11
Figure 7: OSD Menu Buttons 12

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Tables
Table 1: PIP-4 Front Panel Features 4
Table 2: PIP-4 Rear Panel Features 5
Table 3: PIP-4 Menu Items 9
Table 4: The Display Submenu Options 9
Table 5: The Utility Submenu Options 10
Table 6: Technical Specifications of the PIP-4, 4 input Picture-in-Picture Inserter 14
Table 7: Default Communication Parameters 14
Table 8: Instruction Codes for Protocol 3000 16

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
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer PIP-4, 4 input Picture-in-Picture
Inserter,which is ideal for:
that are clearly defined by function.
•Video production studios for source monitoring
•Teleconferencing using one screen
•Home theater multi-channel monitoring
•Security applications
The package includes the following items:
•PIP-4, 4 input Picture-in-Picture Inserter
•RC-IR3 Infrared Remote Controller (including batteries and manual2)
•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
1 GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Matrix Switchers; GROUP 3: Control Systems; GROUP 4:
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Getting Started
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2.1 Quick Start
The following quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps for
the PIP-4.

Overview
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3 Overview
The high performance Kramer desktop PIP-4 is a picture-in-picture inserter for
composite video signals.
The PIP-4 features:
•A multi-standard, picture-in-picture video inserter that accepts up to four
composite video sources and displays them all on the same screen
simultaneously
•s-Video and composite video outputs
•Non-volatile memory that retains the last setting1
With the PIP-4, you can:
•Position sources on the screen as desired and select their size dynamically
using a mouse or by selection from a list
•Freeze the output
•Output video as both s-Video and composite signals
In addition, the PIP-4:
•Includes 10-bit video A/D and D/A converters throughout the unit, ensuring
the highest quality video
•Can be operated locally via:
The front panel buttons
A user-friendly OSD (On-Screen Display) menu
•Can be operated remotely via an IR remote controller, RS-232 and Ethernet
•Is rugged and dependable
3.1 Recommendations for best performance
To achieve the best performance:
•Connect only good quality connection cables2
•Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances and position your
PIP-4 away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust
thus avoiding interference,
deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise levels
(often associated with low quality cables)
1 Provided the last setting was valid for at least 30 seconds before switching the machine off
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4 Defining the PIP-4, 4 input Picture-in-Picture Inserter
Figure 1and Table 1defines the front panel of the PIP-4, 4 input Picture-in-
Picture Inserter.
Figure 1: PIP-4 Front Panel
Table 1: PIP-4 Front Panel Features
# Feature Function
1 IR LED Lights yellow when the unit receives IR signals
2 IR Sensor IR signal receiver
3 POWER LED Lights green when the unit is powered on
4 IN 1 Input Selector
Buttons
Press to select input 1
IN 2 Press to select input 2
IN 3 Press to select input 3
IN 4 Press to select input 4
5 Button
Navigation
Buttons
In MOVE mode, moves he selected pane down.
In SIZE mode, shrinks he selected pane.
In DISTORT mode, moves the bottom of the pane down.
In the OSD menu, moves the cursor down one option
6 /– Button In MOVE mode, moves he selected pane left.
When in SIZE mode, shrinks he selected pane.
In DISTORT mode,moves the right hand side of the selected pane to he left.
In the OSD menu, moves the cursor to the left
7 Button In MOVE mode, moves he selected pane up.
In SIZE mode, expands the selected pane.
In DISTORT mode,moves the bottom of the pane up.
In he OSD menu, moves the cursor up one option
8 /+ Button In MOVE mode, moves the selected pane right.
When in SIZE mode, expands the selected pane.
In DISTORT mode, moves the right hand side of he selected pane to he right.
In the OSD menu, moves the cursor to the right
9 MENU Button Press to display the OSD menu. Press again to exit the OSD menu
10 MOVE Button Moves he ac ive pane. Press to enter the MOVE mode followed byone of the
arrow buttons
11 SIZE Button Resizes he ac ive pane while retaining the aspect ratio. Press to enter the
SIZE mode followed by one of the arrow buttons
12 QUAD Button Press to display all 4 inputs in equally sized panes

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# Feature Function
13 ENTER Button When in the OSD menu, press to select he current option or to confirm an
ac ion
14 ESC Button Exits the OSD Menu
15 DISTORT Button Distorts the active pane bychanging he aspect ra io. Press to enter the
DISTORT mode followed by one of he arrow buttons
16 FULL Button Expands the active pane to full screen
17 MOUSE USB Connector Connect USB/PS/2 mouse for operating he OSD menu
Figure 2and Table 2defines the rear panel of the PIP-4, 4 input Picture-in-Picture
Inserter.
Figure 2: PIP-4 Rear Panel
Table 2: PIP-4 Rear Panel Features
# Feature Function
18 IN 1 Composite Video BNC Input
Connectors
Connect to composite video source 1
IN 2 Connect to composite video source 2
IN 3 Connect to composite video source 3
IN 4 Connect to composite video source 4
19 OUTPUT Y/C 4-pin s-Video Output Connector Connect to he s-Video acceptor
20 CV BNC Output Connector Connect to he composite video acceptor
21 RESET Button Press and hold while switching the unit on to reset all
parameters to factory default values (see Section 7
22 )
ETHERNET RJ-45 Connector Connect to LAN for remote operation using a PC
23 RS-232 9-pin D-sub Connector Connect to a PC or other device for remote opera ion
24 5V DC Power Connector Connect to supplied power adapter, center pin positive

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5 Connecting the PIP-4, 4 input Picture-in-Picture Inserter
To connect1the PIP-4 as illustrated in the example in Figure 3:
1. Connect a composite video player source to the IN 1 BNC connector2
2. Connect a composite video player source to the IN 2 BNC connector .
2.
3. Connect an s-Video display acceptor to the Y/C OUTPUT 4-pin s-Video
connector3
4. Connect a composite video display acceptor to the CV OUTPUT BNC
connector
.
3.
5. Optional—for remote operation, connect the ETHERNET RJ-45 connector to
a LAN to which the PC is connected (see Section 5.2.2)4
6. Connect the supplied power adapter to the unit and to the mains supply (not
shown in
.
Figure 3).
Figure 3: Connecting the PIP-4, 4 input Picture-in-Picture Inserter
1 Switch off the power on each device before connecting it to your PIP-4 After connecting your PIP-4, switch on its power and then
switch on the power to each device
2 The device supports up to 4 simultaneous inputs
3 You do not have to connect both outputs
4 The device can also be operated remotely via the RS-232 port

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5.1 Connecting a PC to the PIP-4 via RS-232 for Remote Operation
You can connect to the PIP-4 via an RS-232 connection using, for example, a PC.
Note that a null-modem adapter/connection is not required.
To connect to the PIP-4 via RS-232:
•Connect the RS-232 9-pin D-sub rear panel port on the PIP-4 unit via a 9-wire
straight cable (only pin 2 to pin 2, pin 3 to pin 3, and pin 5 to pin 5 need to be
connected) to the RS-232 9-pin D-sub port on your PC
5.2 Connecting a PC to the PIP-4 via Ethernet for Remote Operation
You can connect to the PIP-4 via Ethernet using either of the following methods:
•Direct connection to the PC using a crossover cable (see Section 5.2.1
•Connection via a network hub, switch, or router, using a straight-through
cable (see
)
Section 5.2.2
5.2.1 Connecting the Ethernet Port Directly to a PC
)
You can connect the Ethernet port of the PIP-4 to the Ethernet port on your PC, via
a crossover cable with RJ-45 connectors.
This type of connection is recommended for identifying the
PIP-4 with the factory configured default IP address
To connect directly to your PC and to configure it:
1. Using a crossover cable, connect the unit directly to your PC.
2. Right-click the My Network Places icon on your desktop.
3. Select Properties.
4. Right-click Local Area Connection Properties.
5. Select Properties.
The Local Area Connection Properties window appears.
6. Select the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click the Properties Button (see
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Figure 4: Local Area Connection Properties Window
7. Select Use the following IP Address, and fill in the details as shown in
Figure 5.
8. Click OK.
Figure 5: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window
5.2.2 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub
You can connect the Ethernet port of the PIP-4 to the Ethernet port on a network
hub or network router, via a straight-through cable with RJ-45 connectors.

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6 Operating the PIP-4
You can operate your PIP-4 via the following:
•The OSD menu using either a mouse (see Section 6.2.1) or the front panel
buttons (see 6.2.2Section
•An IR remote controller )
•Ethernet over a LAN (see Section 6.3.1
•A remote controller via RS-232 serial commands (see
) Section 6.3.1
6.1 The OSD Menu
)
The OSD menu provides access to the PIP-4 configuration. Using the OSD menu
you can change the general display and individual input settings.
Table 3: PIP-4 Menu Items
Menu Item
Submenu
Description
DISPLAY Quad Full Selects all 4 inputs to display
Source Sets each input video pane’s characteristics
Zoom Zooms the center of the selected pane to double size
Overscan/Normal Selects whether to display in normal or overscan mode
UTILITY Brightness Sets the brightness of each input video signal
Contrast Sets the contrast of each input video signal
Sharpness Sets the sharpness of each input video signal
Hue Sets the hue of each input video signal
Color Sets the color of each input video signal
Store Stores the current setting in one of he 10 presets
Recall Recalls one of the 10 presets
Erase Erases one of the 10 presets
6.1.1 Display Submenu
Table 4defines the Display submenu features.
Table 4: The Display Submenu Options
Item
Parameter
Values
Full/Quad Not applicable Full/Quad
Source Window 0–3
Source video 0–3
Mirror V On/Off
Mirror H On/Off
Freeze On/Off
Blank On/Off
Zoom Not applicable On/Off
Overscan/Normal Not applicable Overscan/Normal

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6.1.2 Utility Submenu
Table 5defines the utility submenu.
Table 5: The Utility Submenu Options
Item
Parameter
Values
Brightness Channel 1–4
Brightness 1–255
Contrast Channel 1–4
Contrast 1–255
Sharpness Channel 1–4
Sharpness 0–15
Hue Channel 1–4
Hue 1–255
Color Channel 1–4
Color 1–255
6.2 Operating the PIP-4 Locally
You can operate your PIP-4 locally via the OSD menu using either:
•A mouse plugged in to the USB connector (see Section 6.2.1
•The front panel buttons (see
)
—or— Section 6.2.2
6.2.1 Operating the PIP-4 Using the Mouse
)
The mouse control operates in the following manner:
•Left-click on a pane to select it
•Click and hold within a pane, and drag to move it
•Click and hold on the border of a pan, and drag to change the size and aspect
ratio of the pane. Dragging the border of a pane over the opposite border of
the pane flips the pane over (mirrors the pane)
•Right click anywhere to display the OSD Menu
In the OSD Menu, left click to navigate the OSD and modify parameters
Note: If there is no mouse activity for 20 seconds, the OSD closes automatically.
Example
To change the brightness of Input 2:
1. Left-click on the input 2 pane.
2. Right-click to display the OSD.
3. Use the mouse to navigate to Utility > Brightness
4. Left-click on Brightness.
The Brightness parameter setting is displayed.
5. Modify the setting to the required value using the Brightness left and right
arrows.
6. Click on the X to close the OSD.

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Example
To vertically mirror the Input 3 pane:
1. Right-click to display the OSD.
2. Use the mouse to navigate to Display > Source.
3. Click on the Source Video right arrow to select Input 3.
4. Click Mirror V.
5. Click on the X to close the OSD.
6.2.2 Operating the PIP-4 Using the Front Panel Buttons
The front panel buttons are used to:
•Manipulate video panes
•Navigate the OSD menu
Note: If there is no mouse activity for 20 seconds, the OSD closes automatically.
6.2.2.1 Manipulating Video Panes
You can use the front panel buttons (displayed within gray boxes in Figure 6) to
manipulate the display (such as, changing size and aspect ratio) of each of the four
inputs independently.
Figure 6: Video Pane Manipulation Buttons
The buttons operate in the following manner:
•IN 1 to IN 4: Select the input to manipulate
•, , –, +: Move up, down, left/decrease and right/increase
•Move, Size, Quad, Distort and Full: Select an operation to perform on the
pane
Example
To increase the size of the Input 3 window:
1. Press IN 3.
The Input 3 window becomes active. Its outline becomes black and flashes.
2. Press SIZE.
Size is displayed in the Input 3 pane.
3. Repeatedly press or press and hold the + button until the window is the
required size.
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6.2.2.2 Navigating the OSD Menu
You can use the front panel OSD menu buttons (see Figure 7) to navigate the OSD
in order to modify the video parameters (such as brightness and contrast) of each
input independently.
Figure 7: OSD Menu Buttons
The buttons operate in the following manner:
•MENU: Display the OSD1
•ENTER: Enter a menu item or accept a parameter value
. Press again to exit the OSD from any level
•+, –: Increase/decrease a parameter value
•, , , : Navigate through the menu items
•ESC: Exit the OSD menu, a menu item or parameter value
Note: If there is no mouse activity for 20 seconds, the OSD closes automatically.
Example
To vertically mirror the Input 3 pane:
1. Press IN 3.
The Input 3 window becomes active. Its outline becomes black and starts to
flash.
2. Press MENU.
The OSD is displayed and Display is highlighted.
3. Press .
The cursor moves to Screen.
4. Press .
Source is highlighted.
5. Press ENTER.
The Source Setup screen is displayed.
6. Check the Mirror V box.
7.Click on the X to close the OSD.
1 The menu times-out after 20 seconds

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6.3 Operating the PIP-4 Remotely
You can operate your PIP-4 remotely via the following:
•IR remote controller
•Ethernet over a LAN
•RS-232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system, PC, or other
serial controller
6.3.1 Operating the PIP-4 via RS-232/Ethernet
The PIP-4 Control application1
7 Resetting the PIP-4 Parameters to Factory Defaults
is used to control the device via either RS-232 or
Ethernet.
To reset all parameters to factory default values:
1. Switch the unit off.
2. Press and hold the Reset button on the rear panel of the unit.
3. While holding the Reset button, switch the power to the unit on.
4. Wait until the video pane(s) are displayed and release the Reset button.
The parameters are reset to factory default values.
8 Upgrading the Firmware
For instructions on upgrading the firmware, see the Updating the PIP-4 Firmware
Using P3K Software document.
The latest version of firmware and installation instructions can be downloaded
from the Kramer Web site at www.kramerelectronics.com.
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9 Technical Specifications
Table 6lists the technical specifications1
Table 6: Technical Specifications
of the PIP-4, 4 input Picture-in-Picture
Inserter. 2
INPUTS:
of the PIP-4, 4 input Picture-in-Picture Inserter
4 composite video 1Vpp @75Ωon BNC connectors
OUTPUTS: 1 s-Video 1Vpp, 0.3Vpp @75Ωon a 4-pin s-Video connector
1 composite video 1Vpp @75Ωon a BNC connector
DIGITAL RESOLUTION: 10 bit
S/N RATIO: 60db (weighted)
YC SEPARATION: Adaptive 4-line digital comb filters
MEMORY: Non-volatile memory for storage of 2 setups
CONTROL: Front-panel, OSD, RS-232 and E hernet
POWER SOURCE: 5V DC, 450mA
OPERATING
TEMPERATURE: 0° to +55°C (32° to 131°F)
STORAGE TEMPERATURE: -45° to +72°C (-49° to 162°F)
HUMIDITY: 10% to 90%, RHL non-condensing
DIMENSIONS: 21.5cm x 17.7cm x 4.4cm (8 5" x 7" x 1.7”) W, D, H
WEIGHT: 0 8kg (1.76lbs) approx.
ACCESSORIES: Power Supply, RC-IR3 Infrared Remote Control
OPTIONS: RK-1 rack adapter
10 Default Communication Parameters
Table 7: Default Communication Parameters
Protocol 3000 (Default)
Baud Rate: 115,200
Data Bits: 8
Stop Bits: 1
Parity: None
Command Format: ASCII
Example (Output 1 to Input 1): #AV 1>1<CR>
Ethernet
Default Settings Reset Settings
IP Address: 192.168.1.39
Subnet Mask:
Gateway:
Power cycle the unit while holding in the Factory Reset
button, located on the rear panel of the unit
TCP Port #: 5000
UDP Port #: 50000
1 Measurements relate to composite video, unless otherwise stated
2 Specifications are subject to change without notice

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11 Communication Protocol 3000
The Protocol 30001
11.1 Protocol 3000 Syntax
is an RS-232/Ethernet communication protocol that enables you to
control the device from any standard terminal software (for example, Windows®
HyperTerminal Application).
Host message format:
Start
Address (optional)
Body
Delimiter
# Destination_id@ message CR
Simple command (commands string with only one command without addressing):
start
body
delimiter
# Command SP Parameter_1,Parameter_2,… CR
Commands string (formal syntax with commands concatenation and addressing):
#Address@Command_1 Parameter1_1,Parameter1_2,… |Command_2
Parameter2_1,Parameter2_2,…|Command_3 Parameter3_1,Parameter3_2,…
|…CR
Device message format:
Start
Address (optional)
Body
Delimiter
~ Sender_id@ message CR LF
Device long response (Echoing command):
Start
Address (optional)
Body
Delimiter
~ Sender_id@ command SP [param1 ,param2 …] result CR LF
CR = Carriage return (ASCII 13 = 0x0D)
LF = Line feed (ASCII 10 = 0x0A)
SP = Space (ASCII 32 = 0x20)
11.2 Command Parts Details
Command:
Sequence of ASCII letters ('A'-'Z', 'a'-'z' and '-')
Command will separate from parameters with at least single space
Parameters:
Sequence of Alfa-Numeric ASCII chars ('0'-'9','A'-'Z','a'-'z' and some special chars for specific commands), parameters will be separated
by commas
Message string:
Every command must to be entered as part of message string that begin with message starting char and end with message closing char,
note that string can contain more then one command separated by pipe ("|") char
Message starting char:
'#' for host command\query
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'~' for machine response
Device address (Optional, for Knet):
Knet Device ID follow by '@' char
Query sign = '?', will follow after some commands to define query request
Message closing char =
Host messages - Carriage Return (ASCII 13), will be referred to by CR in this document
Machine messages - Carriage Return (ASCII 13) + Line-Feed (ASCII 10), will be referred to by CRLF
Spaces between parameters or command parts will be ignored
Commands chain separator char:
When message string contains more than one command, commands will be separated by pipe ("|")
Commands entering:
If terminal software used to connect over serial \ ethernet \ USB port, that possible to directly enter all commands characters (CR will be
entered by Enter key, that key send also LF, but this char will be ignored by commands parser)
Sending commands from some controllers (like Crestron) require coding some characters in special form (like \X##) Anyway, there is a
way to enter all ASCII characters, so it is possible to send all commands also from controller
(Similar way can use for URL \ Telnet support that maybe will be added in future)
Commands forms:
Some commands have short name syntax beside the full name to allow faster typing, response is always in long syntax
Commands chaining:
It is possible to enter multiple commands in same string by '|' char (pipe)
In this case the message starting char and the message closing char will be entered just one time, in the string beginning and at the
end
All the commands in string will not execute until the closing char will be entered
Separate response will be sent for every command in the chain
Input string max length:
64 characters
Backward support:
Design note: transparent supporting for protocol 2000 will be implemented by switch protocol command from protocol 3000 to protocol
2000, in protocol 2000 there is already such a command to switch protocol to ASCII protocol (#56 : H38 H80 H83 H81)
Table 8: Instruction Codes for Protocol 3000
Result Codes
Syntax
No error. Command running succeeded COMMAND PARAMETERS OK
Protocol Errors
Syntax Error
ERR001
Command not available for this device ERR002
Parameter is out of range
ERR003
Unauthorized access (running command without the match login). ERR004
Help commands
Command Syntax Response
Protocol Handshaking #CR ~OKCRLF
Device initiated messages
Command
Syntax
Start message ~Protocol Start
Set/Get coordinate
#CRDT win_num,x0,y0,x1,y1<CR>
(win_num = 1-4; x0,y0 - top-left coordinate; x1,y1 – bottom-right coordinate)
#CRDT? win_num<CR>
(x0,x1 <=180; y0,y1 <=144(for PAL); y0,y1 <= 120(for NTSC))
(win_num = 1-4 or 0(for output window))

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Set/Get Brightness / Contrast /
Sharpness / Hue / Color #BRIGHTNESS inp_num,vol<CR> (vol = 1-255)
#BRIGHTNESS? inp_num<CR>
#CONTRAST inp_num,vol<CR> (vol = 1-255)
#CONTRAST? inp_num<CR>
#SHARPNESS inp_num,vol<CR> (vol = 0-15)
#SHARPNESS? inp_num<CR>
#HUE inp_num,vo <CR> (vol = 1-255)
#HUE? inp_num<CR>
#COLOR inp_num,vol<CR> (vol = 1-255)
#COLOR? inp_num<CR>
Quad / Full #QUAD<CR>
#FULL win_num<CR>
Set / Get Active window #WIN win_num<CR>
#WIN?<CR>
Set / Get window source
#SRC-VID win_num, in_num<CR>
#SRC-VID? win_num<CR>
Set / Get Vertical Mirror Status /
Horizontal Mirror Status / Freeze status /
Blank Status
#SRC-VMIR win_num, status<CR> (status = 1 – ON, 0 – OFF)
#SRC-VMIR? win_num<CR>
#SRC-HMIR win_num, status<CR> (status = 1 – ON, 0 – OFF)
#SRC-HMIR? win_num<CR>
#SRC-FREEZE win_num, status<CR> (status = 1 – ON, 0 – OFF)
#SRC-FREEZE? win_num<CR>
#SRC-BLANK win_num, status<CR> (status = 1 – ON, 0 – OFF)
#SRC-BLANK? win_num<CR>
Set / Get Normal / Overscan mode
#MODE mode<CR> (mode=0--normal, 1--overscan)
#MODE?<CR>
Zoom On / Off
#ZOOM zoom_mode, X, Y<CR> (zoom_mode=1-ON,0-OFF; X=horizontal
left, Y=vertical top)
Examples
Function Command Syntax
Set coordinates for window 2. Top left (60,0) and bottom right (150,80) #CRDT 2, 60, 0, 150, 80 CR
Set brightness of input 3 to 140 #BRIGHTNESS 3, 140 CR
Get contrast for input 4
Response: Contrast of input 4 is 125 #CONTRAST? 4 CR
~CONTRAST 4, 125 CRLF
Freeze window 2 #SRC-FREEZE 2, 1 CR
Preset commands
Command
Syntax
Response
Store current
connections to preset #PRST-STO PRESET CR
Short form: #PSTO PRESET CR ~PRST-STO PRESET RESULT CRLF
Recall saved preset #PRST-RCL PRESET CR
Short form: #PRCL PRESET CR ~PRST-RCL PRESET RESULT CRLF
Delete saved preset #PRST-DEL PRESET CR
Short form: #PDEL PRESET CR ~PRST-DEL PRESET RESULT CRLF
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