Kramer TOOLS VP-211K User manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.
USER MANUAL
MODEL:
VP-211K
Automatic UXGA / Audio
Switcher
P/N: 2900-000414 Rev 3

VP-211K – 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-211K Automatic UXGA / Audio Switcher 5
4Connecting the VP-211K 6
4.1 Connecting the REMOTE Terminal Block Connector 7
4.2 Selecting the Default Master Source Signal 8
5Technical Specifications 10
Figures
Figure 1: VP-211K Automatic UXGA / Audio Switcher 5
Figure 2: Connecting the VP-211K Automatic UXGA / Audio Switcher 7
Figure 3: REMOTE Terminal Block Connector 8

VP-211K - 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-211K Automatic UXGA / Audio
Switcher, which is ideal for the following typical applications:
Any system requiring automatic computer and presentation UXGA routing
Presentation systems with wall plates

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VP-211K - 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 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-211K 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 covers 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-211K - Overview
3 Overview
Your Kramer VP-211K is a high performance 2x1 automatic switcher for computer
graphics video (UXGA) and stereo audio signals. The VP-211K detects the
presence of the active VGA-type input signal from either IN 1 (the default) or IN
2—depending on how the DEFAULT INPUT switch is set, as Section 4.2
describes—and automatically routes it to the acceptor connected to the UXGA
OUT and the AUDIO OUT connectors.
In addition, the VP-211K:
With its video bandwidth of 300MHz, ensures transparent operation at the
highest resolutions
Automatically switches the stereo audio signal with the video signal (audio-
follow-video) when switching the active input to the output
Includes a DEFAULT INPUT switch for selecting the default UXGA master
source signal
Includes a loop UXGA output for connecting an additional display
Comes with contact closure remote control for forced operation
Uses active switching and has flexible sync detection and reconstruction
circuitry
Includes the Kramer innovative integrated sync processing; KRISP™
technology, which lets you achieve a sharp, stable image when the sync
level is too low, by restoring the sync signal waveform
Lets both PC inputs pass the EDID information from the acceptor (display) to
the source (laptop/PC)

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3.1 Defining the VP-211K Automatic UXGA / Audio Switcher
This section defines the VP-211K.
Figure 1: VP-211K Automatic UXGA / Audio Switcher
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Feature
Function
1
UXGA LOOP OUT 15-pin HD
Connector
Connect to an additional monitor
2
UXGA OUT 15-pin HD Connector
Connect to the computer graphics video acceptor
3
AUDIO OUT 3.5mm mini-jack
Connector
Connect to an unbalanced stereo audio acceptor
4
REMOTE IN 1 and IN 2 Terminal
Block Connectors
Connect to a contact closure switch, see
Section 4.1
5
SIG LEDs
Illuminates when input is selected (IN1or IN2)
6
ON LED
Illuminates when receiving power
7
AUDIO IN 2 3.5mm mini-jack
Connector
Connect to unbalanced stereo audio source 2
8
AUDIO IN 1 3.5mm mini-jack
Connector
Connect to unbalanced stereo audio source 1
9
UXGA IN 2 15-pin HD Connector
Connect to the computer graphics video source 2
10
DEFAULT INPUT Switch
Switch to set the default input (IN 1 or IN 2)
11
UXGA IN 1 15-pin HD Connector
Connect to the computer graphics video source 1
12
5V DC
+5V DC connector for powering the unit

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VP-211K - Connecting the VP-211K
4 Connecting the VP-211K
Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your
VP-211K. After connecting your VP-211K, connect its power and then
switch on the power to each device.
To connect the VP-211K as illustrated in the example in Figure 2:
1. Connect a UXGA/audio source (for example, a PC graphics card) to the
UXGA IN 1 15-pin HD connector and to the AUDIO IN 1 mini plug connector.
2. Set the DEFAULT INPUT switch to IN 1 (the factory preset default), as
described in Section 4.2
3. Connect a UXGA/audio source (for example, a PC graphics card) to the
UXGA IN 2 15-pin HD connector and to the AUDIO IN 2 mini plug connector.
4. Connect the UXGA OUT 15-pin HD connector and the AUDIO OUT mini
plug connector to the acceptor (for example, a display with speakers).
5. If required, connect an additional display to the UXGA LOOP OUT 15-pin HD
connector.
6. Connect the 5V DC power adapter to the power socket and connect the
adapter to the mains electricity.
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VP-211K - Connecting the VP-211K
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Figure 2: Connecting the VP-211K Automatic UXGA / Audio Switcher
4.1 Connecting the REMOTE Terminal Block Connector
You can force the routing of one of the two inputs to the UXGA output by remote
control. To do so, connect the appropriate REMOTE input terminal block
connector pins to a contact closure switch. For example, as Figure 3 illustrates, to
route REMOTE IN1 to the UXGA output, connect PIN IN1 to PIN G (ground). To
route REMOTE IN2 to the UXGA output, connect PIN IN2 to PIN G.
Note that the connection should be permanent, since the VP-211K reverts to an automatic
switcher when the connection is removed.