Kramer VP-733 User manual

USER MANUAL
MODEL:
VP-733
Presentation Switcher/Dual Scaler
P/N: 2900-300547 Rev 1 www.kramerAV.com

VP-733 – Contents
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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 Defining the VP-733 Presentation Switcher/Dual Scaler 6
4Installing in a Rack 10
5Connecting the VP-733 11
5.1 Universal Connector Pinout 13
5.2 Connecting to the VP-733 via RS-232 14
5.3 Connecting the Balanced/Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output 14
5.4 Connecting the VP-733 via the ETHERNET Port 14
6Presentation Switcher / Scaler Buttons 19
6.1 Switching the Inputs 19
6.2 Preview/Program Operation Mode 20
6.3 The PIP Operation Mode 20
6.4 Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel 22
6.5 The Infrared Remote Control Transmitter 23
7Configuring the VP-733 via the OSD MENU Screens 24
7.1 The Input Screen 25
7.2 The Picture Screen 26
7.3 The Output Screen 27
7.4 The PIP Screen 30
7.5 The Audio Screen 31
7.6 The Setup Screen 32
7.7 The Info Screen 40
8Firmware Upgrade 41
9Using the Embedded Web Pages 42
9.1 Browsing the VP-733 Web Pages 42
9.2 The Routing & Scaling Page 43
9.3 The Device Settings Page 51
9.4 The Input Settings Page 53
9.5 The Output Settings Page 55
9.6 The Audio Settings Page 56
9.7 The Miscellaneous Video Settings Page 57
9.8 The EDID Management Page 58
9.9 The Advanced Settings Page 60
9.10 The Custom Resolutions Page 61
9.11 The Security Page 62
9.12 The About Page 62
10 Technical Specifications 63
10.1 Default Communication Parameters 64
10.2 Tables of Supported Input Resolutions 64
10.3 Tables of Supported Output Resolutions 67
11 VP-733 Communication Protocol 69

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11.1 Command list 70
12 Protocol 3000 93
12.1 Understanding Protocol 3000 94
12.2 Kramer Protocol 3000 Syntax 95
12.3 Protocol 3000 Commands 96
Figures
Figure 1: VP-733 Presentation Switcher/Dual Scaler Front Panel 7
Figure 2: VP-733 Presentation Switcher/Dual Scaler Rear Panel 9
Figure 3: Connecting to the VP-733 Rear Panel 13
Figure 4: UNIV 15-pin HD Connector Pinout 13
Figure 5: Connecting the Balanced Stereo Audio Output 14
Figure 6: Connecting an Unbalanced Stereo Audio Acceptor to the Balanced Output 14
Figure 7: Local Area Connection Properties Window 15
Figure 8: Internet Protocol Version 4 Properties Window 16
Figure 9: Internet Protocol Version 6 Properties Window 17
Figure 10: Internet Protocol Properties Window 18
Figure 11: PIP Source over Background 22
Figure 12: IR Remote Control Transmitter 23
Figure 13: MENU Items 24
Figure 14: Input Screen 25
Figure 15: Picture Screen 26
Figure 16: Output Screen 27
Figure 17: PIP Screen 30
Figure 18: Audio Screen 31
Figure 19: Setup Screen 32
Figure 20: Text Overlay Application Screen 36
Figure 21: Active Video Functions 39
Figure 22: Information Screen 40
Figure 23: Firmware Upgrade –the VP Download Tool 41
Figure 24: The Routing & Scaling Page with Web page list on the left 44
Figure 25: The Routing & Scaling Page –Program Window 44
Figure 26: The Routing & Scaling Page –Main and PIP Windows 45
Figure 27: The Preview Routing & Scaling Page –Disabled in PIP Mode 46
Figure 28: The Preview Routing & Scaling Page –Preview Mode 46
Figure 29: The Routing & Scaling Page –Single Program/Preview Window 47
Figure 30: The Routing & Scaling Page –Moving the PIP Window 47
Figure 31: The Routing & Scaling Page –Selecting the output Resolution 48
Figure 32: The Routing & Scaling Page –The Swap Inputs 48
Figure 33: The Routing & Scaling Page –Program Lower Buttons Bar 48
Figure 34: The Routing & Scaling Page –Preview Lower Buttons Bar 49
Figure 35: The Routing & Scaling Page –Storing and Recalling a Preset 50
Figure 36: The Routing & Scaling Page –Muting the Audio Level 50
Figure 37: The Routing & Scaling Page –Editing an Input 50
Figure 38: The Device Settings Page 51
Figure 39: The Device Settings Page –the Information Window 52
Figure 40: The Device Settings Page –Factory Reset 52
Figure 41: The Input Settings Page 53
Figure 42: The Output Settings Page 55
Figure 43: The Audio Settings Page 56
Figure 44: The Miscellaneous Video Settings Page 57
Figure 45: The EDID Page 58

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Figure 46: The EDID Page –Selecting a Resolution to copy to an Input 59
Figure 47: The Advanced Settings Page 60
Figure 48: The Custom Resolutions Page 61
Figure 49: The Custom Resolutions Page –Current Parameters 61
Figure 50: The Security Page 62
Figure 51: The About Page 62

VP-733 – 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 15 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 & Repeaters; GROUP 6: Specialty AV Products; GROUP 7:
Scalers; GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors; GROUP 9: Room Connectivity;
GROUP 10: Mounting and Rack Adapters; GROUP 11: Sierra Video; GROUP 12:
Digital Signage; GROUP 13: Audio; GROUP 14: Collaboration; and GROUP 15: KM
& KVM Switches.
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VP-733 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 display or
projection purposes

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VP-733 - 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 www.kramerav.com/downloads/VP-733 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 neighbouring electrical appliances that may adversely
influence signal quality
•Position your Kramer VP-733 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