Kramer VP-732 User manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.
PRELIMINARY
USER MANUAL
MODEL:
VP-732
Presentation Switcher/Dual
Scaler
P/N: 2900-300327 Rev 1

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Contents
1Introduction 1
2Getting Started 2
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2
2.2 Safety Instructions 2
2.3 Recycling Kramer Products 3
3Overview 4
3.1 Using Twisted Pair Cable 6
3.2 Defining the VP-732 Presentation Switcher/Dual Scaler 6
4Installing in a Rack 10
5Connecting the VP-732 11
5.1 Universal Connector Pinout 14
5.2 Connecting to the VP-732 via RS-232 14
5.3 Connecting the VP-732 via the ETHERNET Port 15
5.4 Connecting the Balanced/Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output 19
6Presentation Switcher / Scaler Buttons 20
6.1 Switching the Inputs 20
6.2 Preview/Program Operation Mode 21
6.3 The PIP Operation Mode 21
6.4 Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel 23
6.5 The Infrared Remote Control Transmitter 24
7Configuring the VP-732 via the OSD MENU Screens 25
7.1 The Input Screen 26
7.2 The Picture Screen 27
7.3 The Output Screen 28
7.4 The PIP Screen 31
7.5 The Audio Screen 32
7.6 The Setup Screen 33
7.7 The Info Screen 41
8Firmware Upgrade 43
9Using the Embedded Web Pages 44
9.1 Browsing the VP-732 Web Pages 44
9.2 The Routing & Scaling Page 45
9.3 The Device Settings Page 53
9.4 The Input Settings Page 55
9.5 The Output Settings Page 57
9.6 The Audio Settings Page 58
9.7 The Miscellaneous Video Settings Page 59
9.8 The EDID Management Page 60
9.9 The Advanced Settings Page 62
9.10 The Custom Resolutions Page 63
9.11 The Security Page 64
9.12 The About Page 64
10 Technical Specifications 65
10.1 Default Communication Parameters 66
10.2 Tables of Supported Input Resolutions 66
10.3 Tables of Supported Output Resolutions 69
11 VP-732 Communication Protocol 71

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11.1 Command list 72
Figures
Figure 1: VP-732 Presentation Switcher/Dual Scaler Front Panel 7
Figure 2: VP-732 Presentation Switcher/Dual Scaler Rear Panel 9
Figure 3: Connecting to the VP-732 Rear Panel 13
Figure 4: UNIV 15-pin HD Connector Pinout 14
Figure 5: Local Area Connection Properties Window 16
Figure 6: Internet Protocol Version 4 Properties Window 17
Figure 7: Internet Protocol Version 6 Properties Window 17
Figure 8: Internet Protocol Properties Window 18
Figure 9: Connecting the Balanced Stereo Audio Output 19
Figure 10: Connecting an Unbalanced Stereo Audio Acceptor to the Balanced Output 19
Figure 11: PIP Source over Background 22
Figure 12: IR Remote Control Transmitter 24
Figure 13: MENU Items 25
Figure 14: Input Screen 26
Figure 15: Picture Screen 27
Figure 16: Output Screen 28
Figure 17: PIP Screen 31
Figure 18: Audio Screen 32
Figure 19: Setup Screen 33
Figure 20: Text Overlay Application Screen 38
Figure 21: Active Video Functions 41
Figure 22: Information Screen 42
Figure 23: The Routing & Scaling Page with Web page list on the left 46
Figure 24: The Routing & Scaling Page –Program Window 47
Figure 25: The Routing & Scaling Page –Program Window 47
Figure 26: The Routing & Scaling Page –Preview Window 48
Figure 27: The Routing & Scaling Page –Single Program/Preview Window 49
Figure 28: The Routing & Scaling Page –Moving the PIP Window ( 49
Figure 29: The Routing & Scaling Page –Selecting the output Resolution 50
Figure 30: The Routing & Scaling Page –Input Selection 51
Figure 31: The Routing & Scaling Page –The Swap Inputs 51
Figure 32: The Routing & Scaling Page –Program Lower Buttons Bar 52
Figure 33: The Routing & Scaling Page –Preview Lower Buttons Bar 52
Figure 34: The Routing & Scaling Page –Storing and Recalling a Preset 53
Figure 35: The Routing & Scaling Page –Muting the Audio Level 53
Figure 36: The Routing & Scaling Page –Editing an Input 53
Figure 37: The Device Settings Page 54
Figure 38: The Device Settings Page –the Information Window 55
Figure 39: The Device Settings Page –Factory Reset 55
Figure 40: The Input Settings Page 56
Figure 41: The Output Settings Page 57
Figure 42: The Audio Settings Page 58
Figure 43: The Miscellaneous Video Settings Page 59
Figure 44: The EDID Page 60
Figure 45: The EDID Page –Selecting a Resolution to copy to an Input 60
Figure 46: The EDID Page –Copying the Native Timing 61
Figure 47: The EDID Page –Copying from an output 61
Figure 48: The Advanced Settings Page 62
Figure 49: The Custom Resolutions Page 63
Figure 50: The Security Page 64

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Figure 51: The About Page 64

VP-732 – 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 14 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; GROUP 11:
Sierra Video Products; GROUP 12: Digital Signage; GROUP 13: Audio; and
GROUP 14: Collaboration.
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VP-732 Presentation Switcher/Dual
Scaler, which is ideal for the following typical applications:
Presentation applications that require a preview option
Projection systems in conference rooms, boardrooms, auditoriums, hotels
and churches, production studios, rental and staging
Any application where high quality conversion and switching of multiple and
different video signals to graphical data signals is required for projection
purposes

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VP-732 - 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
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-732 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.
2.2 Safety Instructions
Caution:
There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit
Warning:
Use only the power cord that is supplied with the unit
Warning:
Do not open the unit. High voltages can cause electrical
shock! Servicing by qualified personnel only
Warning:
Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall
before installing
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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-732 - Overview
3 Overview
The Kramer VP-732 is a 10-input Presentation Matrix Switcher / Dual Scaler for a
wide variety of presentation and multimedia applications. The VP-732 scales four
user definable (universal) analog video inputs (each can be set as computer
graphics, composite video, s-Video (Y/C) or component video), four HDMI signals
and two DisplayPort signals up or down to selectable graphics or HDTV output
resolutions and provides glitch-free switching between sources through fast FTB™
(fade-thru-black) switching technology. Independent Program and Preview outputs
are available simultaneously: A DP and an HDMI connector show the Program
Output; a 15-pin HD computer graphics video connector shows the Preview Output;
while an additional HDMI connector can show either of the 2 outputs. Alternatively,
all 4 outputs are identical, and can include a PIP window showing any one of the
input sources. Rich audio support is also included, with digital audio embedding and
de-embedding, as well as 10 analog stereo inputs; and analog, S/PDIF, and
speaker outputs.
The VP-732 features include:
PixPerfect™Scaling Technology –Kramer’s precision pixel mapping and
high quality scaling technology. High-quality 3:2 and 2:2 pull down de-
interlacing and full up and down scaling of video input signals
Ultra-Fast Fade-Thru-Black (FTB™) Switching - Video switching transitions
are clean and ultra-fast. The video fades to black and the new input fades
from black for smooth, glitch-free switching. The output signal provides
constant sync so the display never glitches
K-IIT XL™ Picture-in-Picture Image Insertion Technology - ultra stable
picture-in-picture, picture-and-picture, and split screen capability. Any video
source can be inserted into or positioned next to any other video source with
window positioning and sizing controls
Dual scalers—with independent outputs
A PREVIEW MODE button that toggles between the PIP mode and the
PREVIEW mode. When pressed (button is illuminated), the selected
PREVIEW input is scaled to the PREVIEW outputs. When in the PIP mode,
the selected PREVIEW input can be inserted in a picture in picture window
on all the outputs

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Features 10 PREVIEW input buttons for switching a selected input to the
PREVIEW output (in PREVIEW mode) and 10 PROGRAM input buttons for
switching a selected input to the PROGRAM output. In PIP mode, the
10PREVIEW input buttons select the PIP source. There is no limitation on
the PIP and main window source combinations
HDTV output resolutions - 720p (PREVIEW/PIP max resolution) 1080i,
1080p and 2k
Scaled video outputs –2xHDMI, DP and 15-pin HD computer graphics video
Multiple computer graphics output resolutions –including a user-defined
output resolution with selectable refresh rates
Multiple aspect ratio selections
Audio breakaway and AFV (audio-follow-video) operation support
Embedded audio on the HDMI and DisplayPort inputs and outputs
Built-in noise reduction and picture enhancement features
Powerful audio features via DSP technology including audio equalization,
mixing, delay and so on
One stereo speaker output, 10W per channel into 8Ω, on a 4-pin terminal
block connector
Built-in Time Base Corrector - stabilizes video sources with unstable sync
Built-in video Proc-Amp - color, hue, sharpness, contrast, and brightness are
set individually for each input
BLANK and FREEZE buttons for the preview and program modes, a RESET
TO XGA/720P button (to hardware-reset the output resolution); and a
PANEL LOCK button
The front panel blank, freeze and lock buttons can be programmed via the OSD menu
Firmware upgrade performed via RS-232
An OSD (On-Screen Display) –for making adjustments –that can be
located anywhere on the screen
In addition, the VP-732:
Includes non-volatile memory that retains the last settings, after switching
the power off and then on again

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Is specifically designed to improve video quality by reducing chroma noise
Includes numerous filters and algorithms for eliminating picture artifacts
Scales and zooms (to up to 400% of the original size)
Features advanced EDID management per input
Control your VP-732 directly via the front panel push buttons (with on-screen
menus), or:
By RS-232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system, PC, or
other serial controller
Remotely, from the infrared remote control transmitter
Via the Ethernet using built-in user-friendly Web pages
The VP-732 is housed in a 19” 1U rack mountable enclosure, with rack “ears”
included, and is fed from a 100-240 VAC universal switching power supply.
3.1 Using Twisted Pair Cable
Kramer engineers have developed special twisted pair cables to best match our
digital twisted pair products; the Kramer: BC-DGKat524 (CAT 5 24 AWG), the
Kramer: BC-DGKat623 (CAT 6 23 AWG cable), and the Kramer: BC-DGKat7a23
(CAT 7a 23 AWG cable). These specially built cables significantly outperform
regular CAT 5 / CAT 6 / CAT 7a cables.
3.2 Defining the VP-732 Presentation Switcher/Dual Scaler
This section defines the VP-732.

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Figure 1: VP-732 Presentation Switcher/Dual Scaler Front Panel
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Feature
Function
1
IR Receiver
Receives signals from the remote control transmitter
2
LED
Lights red when the unit accepts IR remote commands
3
PROGRAM
INPUT Selector
Buttons (illuminate
green when
selected)
UNIV. 1
Press to select the composite video / s-Video / component video source (configured via the OSD menu, see Section 7.1)
and the appropriate audio source (from 1 to 4)
4
HDMI 1
Press to select the HDMI source (from 1 to 4)
5
DP 1
Press to select the DP source (from 1 to 2)
6
Program BLANK Button
Press to toggle between a blank screen (blue or black) and the program display.
The BLANK button can be programmed to mute the audio signal at the same time (see Section 7.6.3)
7
Program FREEZE Button
Press to freeze/unfreeze the program output video image, The FREEZE button can be programmed to mute the audio
signal at the same time (see Section 7.6.3)
8
PIP / PREVIEW
INPUT Selector
Buttons illuminate
yellow when
selected)
UNIV. 1
Press to select the computer graphics / composite video / s-Video / component video source (configured via the OSD
menu, see Section 7.1) and the appropriate audio source (from 1 to 4)
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HDMI 1
Press to select the HDMI source (from 1 to 4)
10
DP 1
Press to select the HDMI source (from 1 to 2)
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Preview BLANK Button
Press to toggle between a blank screen (blue or black) and the preview display.
The BLANK button can be programmed to mute the audio signal at the same time (see Section 7.6.3)
12
Preview FREEZE Button
Press to freeze/unfreeze the preview output video image, The FREEZE button can be programmed to mute the audio
signal at the same time (see Section 7.6.3)
13
PREVIEW MODE Button
Press to toggle between PIP and Preview Mode operation
14
MENU Button
Press to display the OSD menu screen. Press again to return to normal operation.

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Feature
Function
15
ENTER Button
Press to move to the next level in the OSD screen or to accept a new parameter
Button
Decreases the range by one step in the OSD screen or moves to the previous level in the OSD screen.
Decreases the volume level, when not in the OSD menu
Button
Moves up one step (in the same level) in the OSD screen, or moves to the previous slide when running a slideshow (see
Section 7.6.1)
Button
Increases the range by one step in the OSD screen
Increases the volume level, when not in the OSD menu
Button
Moves down one step (in the same level) in the OSD screen, or moves to the next slide when running a slideshow (see
Section 7.6.1)
16
RESET TO XGA/720p
Button
Press and hold to reset to the default resolution (toggles between RESET TO XGA and 720p)
17
PANEL LOCK Button
Press tolock/unlock the front panel to prevent unintentional operation
18
USB Connector
Connects to a USB drive to download a Logo and save settings (see Section 7.6.3)
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Figure 2: VP-732 Presentation Switcher/Dual Scaler Rear Panel
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Feature
Function
19
HDMI 1 IN Connector
Connect to the HDMI 1 source (from 1 to 4)
20
UNIV 1 IN 15-pin HD Connector
Connects to the video source that can be computer graphics, composite video, s-Video (Y/C)
or component video (from 1 to 4)
21
DP 1 IN DisplayPort Connector
Connect to the DP 1 source (from 1 to 2)
22
VIDEO
OUTPUTS
PROG/PREVIEW HDMI 1 Connector
Connect to an HDMI acceptor (selectable PREVIEW or PROGRAM)
23
PROGRAM HDMI 2 Connector
Connect to a PROGRAM HDMI 2 acceptor
24
PROGRAM DP Connector
Connect to a PROGRAM DP acceptor
25
PREVIEW PC 15-pin HD Connector
Connect to a PREVIEW computer graphics acceptor
26
AUDIO INPUTS 3.5 Mini Jack Connectors
Connect to the unbalanced stereo analog audio sources from 1 to 10
27
AUDIO LINE OUT 5-pin Terminal Block
Connect to the balanced stereo analog audio acceptor (see Section 5.4)
28
RS-232 9-pin D-sub Connector
Connect to PC or Serial Controller
29
ETHERNET Port
Connect to your LAN
Local Area Network –that is computers sharing a common communications line or wireless
link, which often share a server within a defined geographic area
30
SPKR OUT 4-pin Terminal Block
Connect to a pair of loudspeakers
31
S/PDIF INPUT 3.5 Mini Jack Connector
Connect to a digital audio source
32
S/PDIF OUTPUT 3.5 Mini Jack Connector
Connect to a digital audio acceptor
33
Mains Power Connector
Connect to the mains power
34
Mains Power Fuse
Fuse for protecting the device
35
Mains Power Switch
Switch for turning the device on or off

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4 Installing in a Rack
This section provides instructions for rack mounting the unit.

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5 Connecting the VP-732
Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your
VP-732. After connecting your VP-732, connect its power and then
switch on the power to each device.
To connect the VP-732 as illustrated in the example in Figure 3, do the following:
1. Connect the video sources:
A component video source (for example, a DVD player) to the
UNIV IN 1 15-pin HD connector
A composite source (for example, a DVD player) to the UNIV IN 2
15-pin HD connector
A computer graphics source to the UNIV IN 3 15-pin HD computer
graphics video connector
Note that the UNIV IN 15-pin HD connector pinout is defined in
Section 5.1).
An HDMI source (for example, a DVD player) to the HDMI 1 IN
connector
A DisplayPort video source (for example, a computer graphics source)
to the DP IN connector
Although this connecting example shows only several inputs that are
connected, you can connect all the inputs simultaneously.
2. Connect the analog stereo inputs (from 1 to 10), not shown in Figure 3.
3. Connect the video outputs:
The HDMI 1 PROGRAM/PREVIEW connector (can be configured via
the OSD menu, Section 7.3) to an HDMI acceptor (for example, an
LCD display)
The HDMI 2 PROGRAM connector to an HDMI acceptor (for example,
an LCD display)
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Note that the HDMI 1 and HDMI 2 can be set to output HDMI, DVI or
can be set to Auto, see Section 7.3.
The DP program connector to an HDMI acceptor (for example, a
display)
The PC PREVIEW 1 15-pin HD computer graphics video connector to a
video acceptor (for example, an analog display)
4. Connect the S/PDIF INPUT RCA connector to a digital audio source (for
example, a DVD player.
5. Connect the AUDIO LINE OUT Terminal Block connector to a balanced
audio acceptor and the S/PDIF OUTPUT RCA connector to a digital audio
acceptor.
6. Connect the SPKR OUT block connector to a pair of loudspeakers, by
connecting the left loudspeaker to the “L+” and the “L-” terminal block
connectors, and the right loudspeaker to the “R+” and the “R-” terminal block
connectors. Do not Ground the loudspeakers.
7. Connect the power cord.
We recommend that you use only the power cord that is supplied with this machine
8. If required, connect:
A PC via RS-232, see Section 5.2
The ETHERNET port, see Section 5.3
The USB connector, audio sources and acceptors, and power cord are
not shown in Figure 3.
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Figure 3: Connecting to the VP-732 Rear Panel

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5.1 Universal Connector Pinout
This section describes the UNIV connectors from 1 to 4. Each connector can be set
as computer graphics, composite video, s-Video (Y/C) or component video.
Figure 4 and the table below define the connector pinout:
Figure 4: UNIV 15-pin HD Connector Pinout
PIN #
VGA
COMP
s-Video
CV
1
R
Pr
2
G
Y
S_Y
C video
3
B
Pb
S_C
9
+5VD
12
EDID_SDA
13
H_Sync
14
V_Sync
15
EDID_SCL
5.2 Connecting to the VP-732 via RS-232
You can connect to the VP-732 via an RS-232 connection using, for example, a
PC. Note that a null-modem adapter/connection is not required.
To connect to the VP-732 via RS-232:
Connect the RS-232 9-pin D-sub rear panel port on the VP-732 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