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1. Utility Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Range Default OSD Setting H Position Oto 36 18 V Position Oto 36 18 Time Out 3to60 20 OSD Size Source Prompt Off On Blank Color Blue Black Figure 35 OSD Size Utility Screen 1 We recommend that you set the source prompt ON when adjusting the system During a presentation set the source prompt OFF to avoid the appearance of OSD screen labels 33 Controlling the VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler eae 5 na i SEN Figure 36 OSD Blank Color Utility Screen 34 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Controlling the VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler 8 1 5 6 Choosing the Output Utility Settings Figure 37 and Table 14 define the Output Setting Utility screen You can set the resolution see Figure 38 refresh rate see Figure 39 color format and a user definable output mode see Figure 40 and Table 15 Sa EAI Utility Factory Reset Figure 37 Choosing the Output Utility Settings Table 14 Choosing the Output Utility Settings Utility Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Output Setting Resolution 640x480 720P 800x600 1080i 1024x768 576P 1280x1024 720x400 1600x1200 832x624 852x1024i 1024x800 1024x1024i 1152x864 1366x768 1152x870 1365x1024 1152x900 1280x720 1280x960 720x483 1280x768 852x480 1024x576 1400x1050 User Define 480P Refresh Rate 60Hz 75Hz 85Hz Color Format Defaul
2. S VGA Acceptor __ Plasma Acceptor i Betacam VCR DVI Source 2 DVI Acceptor Y Pb Pr Source Figure 4 Connecting the VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler or Camera RGB Source Understanding the Presentation Switcher Scaler 6 Understanding the Presentation Switcher Scaler The VP 725DS includes the following front panel buttons e A set of 18 INPUT SELECTOR buttons e A set of 2 MODE SELECT buttons e A FREEZE button see section 7 1 1 e A PIP button see section 6 1 e A set of 7 OSD buttons described in Table 1 OSD ON MENU ENTER UP and DOWN 6 1 Understanding the Video Group Mode Scaler Mode This is a machine with an 18x1 3 switcher for the Scaler as well as individual video switchers for the 5 Video Groups composite video s Video component video RGB or YPbPr DVI D and VGA When the VP 725DS is in use both modes operate simultaneously as well as independently That is the Scaler output is available even when switching in the Video Group mode and visa versa except for DVI once a DVI input is selected in the Scaler Mode that DVI input selection cannot be changed in the Video Group Mode 6 2 Understanding the PIP Button Feature The Picture in Picture inserter PIP is used for the simultaneous display of video and graphic sources and lets you display e An inserted video source PIP over a graphic source e An inserted graphic source
3. Cinema higher white balance Nature higher green level User or User 2 Presentation Cinema Nature ser 1 Figure 12 Controlling the Gamma and Color 1 Each icon represents a Level 1 function In addition to Level 1 the OSD structure includes Level 2 a subset of level 1 Level 3 a subset of level 2 Level 4 a subset of level 3 and Range 20 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Controlling the VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler Table 6 Controlling the Gamma and Color Gamma and Color Level 1 Level 2 Range Default Normal Presentation Cinema Nature User 1 2 Gamma 10 to 10 0 Color Temperature Red Oto 127 64 Green Oto 127 64 Blue Oto 127 64 Color Manager Red 0 to 32 16 Green 0 to 32 16 Blue 0 to 32 16 Yellow 0 to 32 16 Choosing User or User 2 from the Gamma and Color Screen illustrated in Figure 12 displays the Gamma Color Temperature and Color Manager Screen in Figure 13 Each user setting is customized to the applicable environment The user sets the parameters and saves them for recall later Cinema Nature User 2 Figure 13 Gamma Color Temperature Manager User 1 2 Screen 8 1 3 Selecting the Source Figure 14 and Table 7 define the Source Search Select and Source Screen Figure 14 Selecting the Source 21 Controlling the VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler Table 7 Selec
4. You can determine how your VP 725DS will function either generally or on a specific occasion via the Utility screen settings see Figure 27 Figure 27 Utility Screen 8 1 5 1 Choosing the Graphic Utility Settings Figure 28 and Table 9 define the Graphic Setting Utility screen You can set the color format see Figure 29 position color hue sharpness frequency and phase as well as auto image and auto gain 1 When a VGA source is selected Graphic Setting will be shown HDTV Setting will appear when an HDTV source is selected 2 Assesses the image and improves the quality accordingly by automatically adjusting the phase frequency and position 3 Automatically adjusts the brightness and contrast 28 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Controlling the VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler 5a yee z a Utility Color Format ia H Figure 28 Choosing the Graphic Utility Settings Table 9 Choosing the Graphic Utility Settings Utility Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Range Default Graphic Setting Color Format Default RGB YUV H Position Oto 255 128 V Position Oto 255 128 Color 0to128 70 Hue 0to128 64 Sharpness 0 to 16 8 Frequency O0to100 49 Phase 0 to 31 0 Auto Image Auto Gain Selecting the color format see Figure 29 lets you select RGB or YUV colorspace When the Default setting is chosen the colorspace is set accord
5. 4p connector 1 x Component Y G Pb B Pr R on BNC connectors 1 x VGA VGA through UXGA on an HD15F connector 1 x DVI D on a DVI I connector SCALED 1x RGBHV VGA format component HDTV on an HD15F connector OUTPUTS 1 x RGBHV YPbPr on BNC connectors 1 x DVI D on a DVI I connector OUTPUT VGA 640 x 480 SVGA 800 x 600 XGA 1024 x 768 SXGA 1280 x 1024 UXGA RESOLUTIONS 1600 x 1200 1024 x 852 1024 x 1024 1366 x 768 1365 x 1024 1280 x 720 720 x 483 852 x 480 1400 x 1050 480p 720p and 1080i as well as a user definable output mode CONTROL Front panel buttons IR remote control RS 232 Ethernet with OSD and front panel LCD ADDITIONAL Freeze zoom different selectable vertical refresh rates ProcAmp control output CONTROLS image scaling Picture In Picture text overlay and aspect ratio change POWER SOURCE 100 240 VAC 50 60Hz 60VA DIMENSIONS 19 W 9 3 D 3RU H rack mountable WEIGHT 5 5 kg 12 2 Ibs approx ACCESSORIES IR remote control power cord 10 VP 725DS Communication Protocol Not available at the time of printing see our Web site for the latest updated information 1 Go to this URL http www kramerelectronics com 2 Specifications are subject to change without notice 3 When installing a Kramer machine on a closed or multi unit rack assembly be aware that the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater than room ambient In particular take care th
6. 725DSA 23 Controlling the VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler 8 1 4 Controlling the Geometry Figure 18 and Table 8 define the main Geometry Screen from which you can choose the aspect ratio zoom and set the keystone angle Figure 18 Geometry Screen Table 8 Controlling the Geometry Geometry Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Range Default Aspect Ratio Anamorphic Virtual Wide Letterbox Pan 32 to 32 0 Native Left Up Right Up Center Left Down Right Down 4 3 Output Shift 32 to 32 User Define H Zoom 32 to 32 V Zoom 32 to 32 H Pan 32 to 32 H Pan 32 to 32 100 150 200 225 250 275 300 325 350 375 400 ojojojojo Zoom Zoom Ratio Zoom Position Adjustment Keystone Angle 32 to 32 0 24 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Controlling the VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler Figure 19 illustrates the Geometry Aspect Ratio Screen You can set the following characteristics according to your specific requirements anamorphic displays the aspect ratio usually 16 9 virtual wide anamorphic plus non linear scaling letterbox the vertical line is expanded to full screen it is assumed that there are two bands of black top and bottom of the screen native lets you set the native resolution according to the specifications of the plasma screen or projector 4 3 output the length to height ratio is 4 3
7. 78 36 If connecting the ETHERNET port of the VP 725DS to the LAN port on a network hub or network router use a straight through cable with RJ 45 connectors as Table 4 defines Table 4 Straight through Cable RJ 45 PINOUT EIA TIA 568A EIA TIA 568B Side 2 Side 1 PIN Wire Color PIN Wire Color 1 Orange White 1 Orange White 2 Orange 2 Orange 3 Green White 3 Green White 4 Blue 4 Blue 5 Blue White 5 Blue White 6 Green 6 Green 7 Brown White 7 Brown White 8 Brown 8 Brown 10 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting the VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler ETHERNET 2 00000 00000 joooco N1 EB 00000 jooo00 N1 IN3 x amp N2 INA VGA OUT 00000 joo000 eo SAH Cgo C YC Source 4 2 E Cogo VGA Source 4 YC Source 1 HDTV Satellite Receiver Source CV Source 4 f B a O aa Fp Ea _ Projector ae VGA Source1 CV Source 1 Acceptor DVI Source 1 COMP OUTPUT GIy BIPb RIPr Plasma Acceptor RS 232 00000 0000 SCALED OUTPUTS VGA 00000 00000 loo000 Zo Projector Acceptor LAN Optional PC Optional a
8. and user define H Zoom V Zoom H Pan and V Pan Figure 19 Geometry Aspect Ratio Screen Figure 20 illustrates the Geometry Zoom Screen Figure 20 Geometry Zoom Screen The zoom ratio and the zoom position are illustrated by a small rectangle inside a transparent pop up OSD Enlarge status box that appears at the top right corner of the screen as the example in Figure 21 illustrates 1 Panning the picture refers to resizing and cropping it 25 Controlling the VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler Enlarged View Enlarge x 400 Figure 21 OSD Enlarge Status When you change the zoom ratio or zoom position the screen image is adjusted correspondingly and the change is reflected in the pop up OSD Enlarge status box For example Figure 22 illustrates a zoom ratio increase from 200 Image A to 400 Image B Image A Image B Figure 22 Zoom Ratio Adjustment Example Figure 23 illustrates how the pop up OSD Enlarge status box shows a zoom position adjustment from the top left corner Image C to the lower right corner Image D Image C Image D Figure 23 Zoom Position Adjustment Example 8 1 4 1 Adjusting the Zoom Ratio You can adjust the zoom ratio to up to 400 via one or both of these methods e Using the Zoom and or the Zoom control keys on the infra red remote control trans
9. control transmitter see Figure 44 The machine is temporarily powered down except that the power switch item 6 on the machine continues to illuminate 3 Scaler outputs only 4 See section 6 1 5 See section 6 3 6 The OSD ON front panel button is activated illuminated by default and pressing the MENU front panel button or the MENU key on the infra red remote control transmitter see Figure 44 displays the OSD Menu To block display of the OSD Menu press the OSD ON front panel button or the OSD key to deselect the OSD ON front panel button which is no longer illuminated the OSD OFF status appears superimposed over the top right corner of the screen However deselecting the OSD ON front panel button during an OSD operation will not turn off the OSD Menu even though the OSD OFF status appears superimposed over the top right corner of the screen letting you complete the OSD operation 6 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Your VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler Table 2 Rear Panel VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler Features Feature Function 1 a 5 R PrBNC Connector 2 amp B PbBNG Connector Connect to the component video acceptor or to an RGB acceptor 3 z 3 G Y BNC Connector 4 a 2 R Pr BNC Connector 5 a z B Pb BNC Connector Connect to the component video source or RGB source from 1 to 4 6 Z GY BNC
10. in size The OSD can be used to deactivate the source prompt choose the color of the blank screen and choose from three seamless switching transition speeds e Consists of 5 video groups composite video s Video component video RGB or YPbPr DVI D and VGA and each group has 4 inputs except for DVI which has 2 inputs 1 Recommended for advanced users only non standard settings may not be recognized by the display device 2 Accommodates the frame rate of a converted movie 24 frames per second to video frequencies 25 frames per second PAL 30 frames per second NTSC KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Overview e Has multi standard video support supports VESA standards HDTV standards and other popular resolutions on the input Does not support HDCP High bandwidth Digital Content Protection on the DVI e Features two modes of operation Video Group Mode and Scaler Mode These modes function simultaneously and independently except for DVI once a DVI input is selected in the Scaler Mode that DVI input selection cannot be changed in the Video Group Mode e Video Group Mode selects the input from each group CV YC Component VGA DVI for switching to its local group output e Scaler Mode converts the selected input one of 18 to the SCALED OUTPUTS e Includes a front panel lock as well as a separate OSD lock e In addition to providing an up or down scaled output of the selected one of 18 inputs a
11. the picture in picture function and illuminates turns off the PIP button see section 6 1 SWAP Toggles between the PIP content and the screen source content see section 6 2 3 CONTRAST Displays the contrast status adjust using the lt keys BRIGHT Displays the brightness status adjust using the lt keys ZOOM Allows zoom control The VOL VOL and MUTE keys are not operational on the CONTROL VP 725DS available on the VP 725DSA OUT Selects the output resolution SCALE Toggles between each of the following Aspect Ratios Anamorphic Virtual Wide Letterbox Native 4 3 Output and User Define 1 The OSD ON front panel button is activated illuminated by default and pressing the MENU key or the MENU front panel button displays the OSD Menu To toggle the OSD press the OSD key or the OSD ON front panel button the OSD ON or OSD OFF status appears superimposed over the top right corner of the screen and the OSD button on the front panel is illuminated or turned off Note that deselecting the OSD ON front panel button during an OSD operation will not turn off the OSD Menu even though the OSD OFF status appears superimposed over the top right corner of the screen until you complete the OSD operation 2 Puts the machine in standby mode powering down the machine except that the power switch on the machine continues to illuminate and causing the IR Receiver LED to light red instead of green 3 You can also use the INPU
12. zooming out to display more of the screen at a reduced size Figure 44 Infra red Remote Control Transmitter 39 Controlling the VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler Table 16 Infra red Remote Control Transmitter Functions Keys Function FREEZE Freezes the output video image OSD Activates deactivates access to the OSD Menu POWER Cycles power INPUT 18 separate keys for selecting these sources AV1 AV2 AV3 AV4 COMP1 COMP2 SELECTOR COMP3 COMP4 YC1 YC2 YC3 YC4 VGA1 VGA2 VGA3 VGA4 DVI1 and DVI2 OVERRIDE Not available on the VP 725DS available on the VP 725DSA MIX Not available on the VP 725DS available on the VP 725DSA TALKOVER Not available on the VP 725DS available on the VP 725DSA SELECT Cycles between Video Group and Scaler Audio Level Not available on the VP 725DS available on the VP 725DSA Auto Image Assesses the image and improves the quality accordingly by automatically adjusting the phase frequency and position MENU Displays the OSD Menu screen and locks unlocks the front panel see section 6 3 NAVIGATION Allow maneuvering within an OSD screen all keys adjusts the zoom position 4 keys CONTROL moves the PIP location when the Source Prompt is OFF 4 keys resizes the PIP when the Source Prompt is ON 2 keys Auto Gain Automatically adjusts the brightness and contrast PIP Toggles
13. 4 s Video Y C sources 5 COMP Button Selects one of the 4 Component sources 6 POWER Switch Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF 7 IR Receiver LED Green when the unit will accept IR remote commands red in standby mode 8 FREEZE Button Freezes the output video image 9 PIP Button Selects the picture in picture function 10 MENU Button Displays the OSD Menu screen or moves to the previous level in the OSD screen and locks unlocks the front panel 11 ENTER Button Moves to the next level in the OSD screen 12 Button Decreases the range by one step 13 Button Increases the range by one step 14 DOWN Button Moves down one step in the same level in the OSD screen 15 UP Button Moves up one step in the same level in the OSD screen 16 OSD ON Button Activates deactivates access to the OSD Menu 17 LCD STATUS Display Displays the status 18 SCALER Button When selected shows which of the 18 video inputs has been Ww ss selected to be scaled at the SCALED OUTPUTS and facilitates A the selection of an alternative video input for scaling 19 Q VIDEO GROUP Button Shows which video input from each group is selected for 9 switching and facilitates the selection of an alternative video input from each group 1 Note that once a DVI input is selected in the Scaler Mode that DVI input selection cannot be changed in the Video Group Mode 2 After pressing the POWER key on the remote
14. Connector 7 ETHERNET port Connects to your LAN 8 CV OUT BNC Connector Connects to the composite video acceptor 9 CVINBNC Connectors Connects to the composite video sources from 1 to 4 10 VGA IN HD15 Connectors Connects to the VGA analog interface graphics sources from 1 to 4 11 VGA OUT HD15 Connector Connects to the VGA analog interface graphics acceptor 12 YC IN 4p Connectors Connects to the s Video Y C sources from 1 to 4 13 YC OUT 4p Connector Connects to the s Video Y C acceptor 14 DVI IN Connectors Connects to the DVI digital video interface graphics sources from 1 to2 15 DVI OUT Connector Connects to the DVI digital video interface graphics acceptor 16 wn HBNC Connector 17 R Pr BNC Connector 18 g V BNC Connector Connects to the component video or RGB acceptor 19 S G Y BNC Connector 20 B Pb BNC Connector 21 S DVI Connector Connects to the DVI digital video interface graphics acceptor 22 VGA HD15 Connector Connects to the VGA analog interface graphics acceptor 23 RS 232 DB 9 Connector Connects to PC or Serial Controller 24 Power Connector with FUSE AC connector enabling power supply to the unit 1 Local Area Network that is computers sharing a common communications line or wireless link which often share a server within a defined geographic area 7 Connecting the VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler Connecting the VP 725DS Presentation Switcher
15. GA 2 VGA 3 VGA 4 DVI 1 DVI 2 Comp1 Comp2 Comp3 Comp4 YC 1 YC 2 YC 3 YC 4 AV 1 AV 2 AV 3 AV 4 PIP Size 1 25 1 16 1 9 1 4 Split H Position 0 to 36 V Position 0 to 36 31 Controlling the VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler 8 1 5 4 Choosing the Seamless Switch Utility Settings Figure 33 and Table 12 define the Seamless Switch Utility screen You can choose the image transition speed Mode Figure 33 Choosing the Seamless Switch Utility Settings Table 12 Choosing the Seamless Switch Utility Settings Utility Level 1 Level 2 Default Seamless Switch Fast Moderate Safe 1 FAST an immediate switch without checking the resolution However the image transition may appear unstable MODERATE between fast and safe or SAFE a smooth image transition the input resolution at the input is checked and outputted after a few seconds delay but it takes longer than fast 32 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Controlling the VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler 8 1 5 5 Choosing the OSD Utility Settings Figure 34 and Table 13 define the OSD Setting Utility screen You can set the OSD position time out size see Figure 35 source prompt and choose the blank color blue or black see Figure 36 Figure 34 Choosing the OSD Utility Settings Table 13 Choosing the OSD Utility Settings
16. Kramer Electronics Ltd ah KRAMER USER MANUAL Model VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler Introduction Contents 1 Introduction 2 Getting Started 3 Overview 4 Your VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler 5 Connecting the VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler 5 1 Connecting a PC 52 Connecting the VP 725DS via the ETHERNET port 6 Understanding the Presentation Switcher Scaler 6 1 Understanding the Video Group Mode Scaler Mode 6 2 Understanding the PIP Button Feature 6 2 1 Activating the PIP Feature 6 2 2 PIP Characteristics 6 2 3 Toggling between the PIP and the Screen Source SWAP 6 2 4 Resizing the PIP 6 2 5 Moving the Position of the PIP 6 3 Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel 7 Operating the Presentation Switcher Scaler 7 1 Switching an Input 7 1 1 Freezing the Image 7 1 2 Displaying a Blank Screen 7 2 Choosing the Output Resolution 8 Controlling the VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler 8 1 Operating via the OSD MENU Screen 8 1 1 Controlling the Brightness and Contrast 8 1 2 Controlling the Gamma and Color 8 1 3 Selecting the Source 8 1 4 Controlling the Geometry 8 1 4 1 Adjusting the Zoom Ratio 8 1 4 2 Adjusting the Zoom Position 8 1 5 Configuring via the Utility Screens 8 1 5 1 Choosing the Graphic Utility Settings 8 1 5 2 Choosing the Video Utility Settings 8 1 5 3 Choosing the PIP Utility Settings 8 1 5 4 Choosing the Seamless Switch Utility Settings 8 1 5 5 Cho
17. PIP over a video source Your Presentation Switcher Scaler automatically recognizes and displays only the relevant sources as the following 2 examples illustrate e Choosing the AV 1 PIP source when the VGA input is selected will insert the composite video source over the VGA graphic displayed on the screen You can choose a component YC 1 YC 2 or AV 2 PIP source 1 VIDEO GROUP MODE SELECT selects the video input from each group for switching and SCALER MODE SELECT converts the selected video input one of 18 at each of the SCALED OUTPUTS 2 That is composite s Video or component 3 That is DVI VGA or component 4 At video frequencies 5 As long as it is connected and switched on Otherwise choosing it will display a blank screen 12 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Understanding the Presentation Switcher Scaler instead of the AV 1 You cannot choose VGA 1 VGA 2 or DVI e Choosing the VGA 1 PIP source when the AV 1 input is selected will insert the VGA graphic source over the composite video displayed on the screen You can choose a component VGA 2 or DVI PIP source instead of the VGA 1 You cannot choose AV 2 YC 1 or YC 2 6 2 1 Activating the PIP Feature To activate the PIP which illuminates the PIP button do one of the following e Press the PIP button e Switch on the PIP functionality via the OSD Menu e Press the PIP key on the remote control transmitter see Figure 44 When the Sou
18. Scaler This section describes how to connect the VP 725DS In particular how to e Connect the VP 725DS rear panel see this section e Connect the PC see section 5 1 e Connect the ETHERNET port see section 5 2 Using the VP 725DS you can select any one of the 18 inputs and scale that input to up to three scaled outputs at the identical resolution To connect the VP 725DS connect the following to the rear panel as the example in Figure 4 illustrates 1 Connect one or more of the following video sources e Upto4 VGA graphics sources for example computers VGA Source 1 VGA Source 2 VGA Source 3 and VGA Source 4 to the HD15 input connectors e Up to 4 composite video sources CV Source 1 CV Source 2 CV Source 3 and CV Source 4 to the BNC input connectors e Upto 4s Video sources YC Source 1 YC Source 2 YC Source 3 and YC Source 4 to the 4p input connectors e Up to 4 component video sometimes called YUV or Y B Y R Y or Y Pb Cb and Pr Cr sources or 4 RGB sources COMP Source 1 COMP Source 2 COMP Source 3 and COMP Source 4 to the 4 sets of 3 BNC connectors G Y B Pb and R Pr e Upto2 DVI graphics sources for example computers DVI Source 1 and DVI Source 2 to the DVI connectors 2 Connect the CV OUT BNC connector the YC OUT 4p connector and the VGA OUT HD15 connector to the respective video inputs on the projector 3 Connect the COMP OUTPUT BNC connectors G Y B Pb and R Pr to th
19. T SELECTOR keys to freeze the image see section 7 1 1 or to display a blank screen see section 7 1 2 4 To send the signal from the microphone to the Master output instead of from the Line whose signal is blocked 5 To send the combined signals from the microphone and the Line to the Master output 6 To route the selected input to the output until an audio signal is detected on the microphone input and the selected input is faded out to be faded back in when no input is detected on the microphone 7 Or moves to the previous level in the OSD screen 8 Consists of a set of 5 separate keys See the illustration in Figure 44 which shows an enlarged view of this part of the Infra red remote control transmitter 40 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Technical Specifications 8 4 Operating via ETHERNET You can control the VP 725DS via Ethernet Not available at the time of printing see our Web site for the latest updated information 9 Technical Specifications Table 17 includes the technical specifications Table 17 Technical Specifications of the VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler INPUTS 4x CV 1Vpp 75Q on BNC connectors 4 x YC 1Vpp Y 0 3Vpp C 75Q on 4p connectors 4 x Component Y G Pb B Pr R on BNC connectors 4 x VGA VGA through UXGA on HD15F connectors 2 x DVI D on DVI I connectors GROUP 1x CV 1Vpp 75Q on a BNC connector OUTPUTS 1 x YC 1Vpp Y 0 3Vpp C 75Q on
20. a red remote transmitter is also blocked To lock the front panel e Press and hold the MENU front panel OSD button or the MENU key on the infra red remote control transmitter see Figure 44 for a few seconds until the Key Lock On OSD status appears superimposed over the top right corner of the screen when the Source Prompt is ON for a few seconds as Figure 7 illustrates Enlarged View Key Lock On Figure 7 Locking Unlocking the Front Panel To unlock the front panel releasing the protection mechanism e Press and hold the MENU front panel OSD button or the MENU key on the infra red remote control transmitter see Figure 44 for a few seconds until the Key Lock Off OSD status appears superimposed over the top right corner of the screen when the Source Prompt is ON for a few seconds 1 However operation via RS 232 serial commands remote controller or PC and or ETHERNET is still available 2 By default 20 seconds But you can reset the timeout from 3 to 60 seconds see section 8 1 5 5 15 Operating the Presentation Switcher Scaler 7 Operating the Presentation Switcher Scaler This section describes how to e Switch and scale an input see section 7 1 e Select the output resolution see section 7 2 7 1 Switching an Input You can switch seamlessly between each input that is connected to a source by pressing the appropriate INPUT SELECTOR button when the SCALER button
21. at there is sufficient air flow Refer to the Operating Conditions pdf file on our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com click FAQs in the Technical Support section 4 Go to this URL http www kramerelectronics com support bottom2 htm 41 LIMITED WARRANTY Kramer Electronics hereafter Kramer warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms HOW LONG IS THE WARRANTY Labor and parts are warranted for three years from the date of the first customer purchase WHO IS PROTECTED Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty WHAT IS COVERED AND WHAT IS NOT COVERED Except as below this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product The following are not covered by the warranty 1 Any product which is not distributed by Kramer or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer If you are uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the web site www kramerelectronics com 2 Any product on which the serial number has been defaced modified or removed 3 Damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from i Accident misuse abuse neglect fire water lightning or other acts of nature ii Product modification or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product iii Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by Kramer iv Any shipment of the p
22. e Presentation Switcher Scaler 7 2 Choosing the Output Resolution You can select the output resolution by pressing the OUT key on the infra red remote control transmitter see Figure 44 or via the Output Setting OSD menu see Table 14 The OSD status appears superimposed over the top right corner of the screen when the Source Prompt is ON for a few seconds as Figure 9 illustrates Enlarged View Output Mode 640x480 60Hz Figure 9 OSD Output Status 1 By default 20 seconds But you can reset the timeout from 3 to 60 seconds see see section 8 1 5 5 2 Adjusting the output resolution results in a corresponding adjustment to the size of the OSD status window 18 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Controlling the VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler 8 Controlling the VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler You can control the Presentation Switcher Scaler via e The OSD Menu Screen see section 8 1 e The front panel LCD Display see section 8 2 e The infra red remote control transmitter see section 8 3 e ETHERNET see section 8 4 e RS 232 remote control 8 1 Operating via the OSD MENU Screen The OSD superimposes a menu on the screen from which you can control your VP 725DS When the OSD ON front panel button is selected pressing the MENU front panel OSD button or the MENU key on the infra red remote control transmitter see Figure 44 displays the first OSD screen the Brightness and C
23. e respective component video inputs on the Plasma monitor 4 Connect up to 3 SCALED OUTPUTS as follows e Connect the RGBHV connectors G Y B Pb R Pr H and V to the 1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VP 725DS After connecting your VP 725DS switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device 2 For example VCR machines 3 For example an HDTV satellite receiver to COMP Source 1 and a Betacam VCR machine or an RGB camera to COMP Source 4 4 Not HDCP sources KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting the VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler RGBHYV acceptor for example a Plasma monitor e Connect the DVI connector to the DVI acceptor for example a projector e Connect the VGA connector to the VGA acceptor for example a monitor 5 Connect the power cord not illustrated in Figure 4 6 Connect a PC optional see section 5 1 7 Connect the ETHERNET port optional see section 5 2 5 1 Connecting a PC You can connect a PC or other controller to the VP 725DS via the RS 232 port for remote control and for upgrading the firmware To connect a PC to a VP 725DS unit using the Null modem adapter provided with the machine recommended e Connect the RS 232 DB9 rear panel port on the VP 725DS unit to the Null modem adapter and connect the Null modem adapter with a 9 wire flat cable to the RS 232 DB9 port on your PC To connect a PC to a VP 725DS
24. en Geometry Zoom Screen OSD Enlarge Status Zoom Ratio Adjustment Example Zoom Position Adjustment Example Geometry Zoom Ratio Screen Geometry Zoom Position Adjustment Screen Geometry Keystone Screen Utility Screen Choosing the Graphic Utility Settings Graphic Setting Color Format Utility Screen Choosing the Video Utility Settings Video Setting Standard Utility Screen Choosing the PIP Utility Settings Choosing the Seamless Switch Utility Settings Choosing the OSD Utility Settings OSD Size Utility Screen 38 38 41 41 41 5 9 10 11 13 14 15 16 18 19 20 20 21 21 23 23 23 24 25 25 26 26 26 27 27 28 28 29 29 30 30 31 32 33 33 ii KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Introduction Figure 36 OSD Blank Color Utility Screen Figure 37 Choosing the Output Utility Settings Figure 38 Output Setting Resolution Utility Screen Figure 39 Output Setting Refresh Rate Utility Screen Figure 40 Output Setting User Mode Setting Utility Screen Figure 41 Factory Reset Utility Screen Figure 42 Information Screen Figure 43 Example of how to use the LCD Display Figure 44 Infra red Remote Control Transmitter Tables Table 1 Table 2 Table 3 Table 4 Table 5 Table 6 Table 7 Table 8 Table 9 Table 10 Table 11 Table 12 Table 13 Table 14 Table 15 Table 16 Table 17 Front Panel VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler Features Rear Panel VP 725DS Presen
25. equipment B Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine B Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components 42 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit our Web site www kramerelectronics com Updates to this user manual may be found at http www kramerelectronics com manuals html We welcome your questions comments and feedback oo Or X 5 LISTED X I T E Quality amp Control Seas E226674 om Kramer Electronics Ltd Web site www kramerelectronics com E mail info kramerel com P N 2900 001725 REV 1
26. he output mode as well as the unit s firmware versions sA gt L Information QutputMode 480P 59Hz Figure 42 Information Screen 37 Controlling the VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler 8 2 Operating via the LCD Display You can control the VP 725DS from the front panel high contrast LCD Display You can also operate the VP 725DS via the LCD Display using the e Front panel OSD buttons MENU ENTER UP and DOWN e Infra red remote control transmitter see Figure 44 keys MENU and the navigation keys For example to set the Keystone to 6 via the LCD Display using the front panel buttons do the following 1 Turn the VP 725 unit ON and press the OSD ON button if selected 2 Press the appropriate front panel OSD buttons as defined in Figure 43 Adjusting the Keystone ala ct To set the Keystone angle press the following front panel OSD buttons Menu DOWN three times 2 3 ENTER 4 DOWN twice 5 6 ENTER Geometry six times Aspect Ratio Geometry Zoom Geometry Keystone Keystone Angle Figure 43 Example of how to use the LCD Display 8 3 Operating via the Infra red Remote Control Transmitter You can control the VP 725DS remotely from the infra red remote control transmitter that has a range of up to 15 meters and is powered by two AAA size 1 5V DC batteries as defined in Figure 44 and Table 16 1 To keep the picture rectangular Figure 26 illustrates h
27. ing to the detected input resolution Color Forma H P Figure 29 Graphic Setting Color Format Utility Screen 1 That is Y B Y R Y colorspace also known as Y Cp C or Y Pp Py 29 Controlling the VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler 8 1 5 2 Choosing the Video Utility Settings Figure 30 and Table 10 define the Video Setting Utility screen You can set the Color Format Standard see Figure 31 color hue sharpness and position g 9 Figure 30 Choosing the Video Utility Settings Figure 31 Video Setting Standard Utility Screen Table 10 Choosing the Video Utility Settings Utility Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Range Default Video Setting Color Format Default RGB YUV Standard Auto Auto NTSC NTSC4 43 PAL PAL N PAL M SECAM Color Oto 128 64 Hue Oto 128 64 Sharpness Oto16 11 H Position Oto20 15 V Position Oto20 10 30 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Controlling the VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler 8 1 5 3 Choosing the PIP Utility Settings Figure 32 and Table 11 define the PIP Setting Utility screen You can activate the PIP choose the source the size and the position of the PIP utility Figure 32 Choosing the PIP Utility Settings Table 11 Choosing the PIP Utility Settings Utility Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Range Default PIP Setting PIP On Off Off On PIP Source VGA 1 V
28. ion switcher for a wide variety of presentation and multimedia applications It consists of a very high quality scaler with many user selectable pixel rates including VGA 640x480 SVGA 800x600 XGA 1024x768 SXGA 1280x1024 and UXGA 1600x1200 high definition television HDTV 480p 720p and 1080i and several optimum plasma and LCD rates such as 852x1024i 1024x1024i 1366x768 1365x1024 1280x720 720x483 852x480 1400x1050 576P 720x400 832x624 1024x800 1152x864 1152x870 1152x900 1280x960 1280x768 1024x576 as well as a user definable output mode In particular the VP 725DS e Offers high quality de interlacing 3 2 2 2 pull down e Supports firmware upgrade via RS 232 e Includes non volatile memory that retains the last setting after switching the power off and then on again e Scales and zooms to up to 400 of the original size e Digitally reprocesses the signal to correct mastering errors and regenerates the video at a chosen line and pixel rate format providing for example native resolution video for LCD DLP and Plasma displays e Facilitates scaling of graphics resolutions to other resolutions e Incorporates a unique graphics scaling engine with image enhancement algorithms which are built into the firmware e Is specifically designed to improve video quality by reducing chroma noise e Includes an OSD on screen display for making the adjustments that can be located anywhere on the screen and can be doubled
29. is selected The OSD status appears superimposed over the top right corner of the screen when the Source Prompt is ON for a few seconds as Figure 8 illustrates Enlarged View Figure 8 OSD Input Status You can also use the INPUT SELECTOR button to freeze the image see section 7 1 1 or to display a blank screen see section 7 1 2 7 1 1 Freezing the Image You can freeze the image by either e Pressing the FREEZE key on the infra red remote control transmitter see Figure 44 or the FREEZE front panel button The image freezes The FREEZE front panel button illuminates and the appropriate INPUT SELECTOR button flashes The Freeze OSD status appears superimposed over the top right corner of the screen when the Source Prompt is ON for a few seconds or 1 For glitchless transitions between inputs 2 To set the image transition speed fast moderate or safe see section 8 1 5 4 3 By default 20 seconds But you can reset the timeout from 3 to 60 seconds see section 8 1 5 5 16 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating the Presentation Switcher Scaler e Pressing the appropriate illuminated INPUT SELECTOR front panel button or the appropriate INPUT SELECTOR key on the infra red remote control transmitter see Figure 44 The image freezes The FREEZE front panel button illuminates and the appropriate INPUT SELECTOR button flashes The Freeze OSD status appears superimposed over the t
30. lso functions as 4x1 switchers for each video group 2x1 for DVI e Has ProcAmp controls for the scaler output e Lets you freeze the image at any instant e Lets you select the output colorspace RGB or YPbPr e Has a text overlay feature for easy insertion of subtitles karaoke script text banners and the like e Includes a built in Picture In Picture PIP inserter letting you insert a video source into a graphics background or vice versa This PIP image may be positioned and sized anywhere on the screen or displayed as 2 images side by side Split Screen The VP 725DS e Comes in a rugged professional 19 3U rack mountable metal enclosure e Uses a universal 100 240VAC automatic power supply 1 A method of security encryption developed by Intel and Silicon Image 2 An HDCP source would show up as a very snowy noisy picture at the output 3 Processing amplification enables adjustment of different video and audio signal parameters 4 The Text Overlay Application Program is included on the CD is available for download at this URL http www kramerelectronics com searchdx html This user friendly program may be used to generate and send text to be displayed on the scaled output 5 See section 6 1 3 Your VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler Control the VP 725DS e From the front panel user friendly menu driven OSD see section 8 1 e From the front panel high contrast LCD Display see section 8 2 e Remotel
31. mitter see Figure 44 The pop up OSD Enlarge status box continuously displays the zoom ratio and position as Figure 21 illustrates e Using the OSD Menu buttons as Figure 24 illustrates 1 The om and the buttons 26 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Controlling the VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler L Figure 24 Geometry Zoom Ratio Screen 8 1 4 2 Adjusting the Zoom Position You can adjust the zoom position see the example in Figure 23 via one or more of the following methods e Using the navigation control keys on the infra red remote control transmitter see Figure 44 to fine tune the zoom position that is to slowly zoom in at any location on the screen e Using the OSD Menu buttons see Figure 25 career yl a Geometry Zoom Ratio I Zoom Position Adjustment Figure 25 Geometry Zoom Position Adjustment Screen You can adjust the Keystone to keep the picture rectangular according to your specific requirements see Figure 26 A 1 For example to zoom in toward the lower right of the image press the and the buttons separately as required 2 For example to zoom in to the lower right part of the image instead of the top left part press the and DOWN OSD Menu buttons separately as required 27 Controlling the VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler oom Figure 26 Geometry Keystone Screen 8 1 5 Configuring via the Utility Screens
32. ontrast screen see Figure 10 If the OSD is locked pressing the MENU front panel OSD button or the MENU key on the infra red remote control transmitter see Figure 44 will not display the Menu screen In this case you can navigate via the front panel LCD After initially pressing the MENU front panel OSD button or the MENU key on the infra red remote control transmitter each subsequent press moves to the previous level in the OSD screen Esc Brightness lt Contrast M Figure 10 Controlling the Brightness and Contrast 1 Pressing the OSD ON front panel OSD button or the OSD key on the infra red remote control transmitter see Figure 44 will block access to the OSD Menu 19 Controlling the VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler Figure 11 defines the six interactive icons s D Brightness Gamma Source Geometry Utility Information and and Color Contrast Figure 11 Menu Screen Icons 8 1 1 Controlling the Brightness and Contrast Figure 10 and Table 5 define the Brightness and Contrast Screen Table 5 Controlling the Brightness and Contrast Brightness and Contrast Level 1 Range Default Brightness 0 to 128 64 Contrast 0to 128 64 8 1 2 Controlling the Gamma and Color Figure 12 and Table 6 define the Gamma and Color Screen You can choose Normal average setting Presentation higher black level
33. op right corner of the screen when the Source Prompt is ON for a few seconds 7 1 2 Displaying a Blank Screen You can display a blank screen as follows 1 Press the appropriate illuminated INPUT SELECTOR front panel button or the appropriate INPUT SELECTOR key on the infra red remote control transmitter see Figure 44 The image freezes The FREEZE front panel button illuminates and the appropriate INPUT SELECTOR button flashes The Freeze OSD status appears superimposed over the top right corner of the screen when the Source Prompt is ON for a few seconds 2 Press the appropriate flashing INPUT SELECTOR front panel button or the INPUT SELECTOR key on the infra red remote control transmitter see Figure 44 The frozen image is replaced by a blank screen The FREEZE front panel button continues to illuminate and the appropriate INPUT SELECTOR button flashes more slowly The Blank status appears superimposed over the top right corner of the screen when the Source Prompt is ON for a few seconds You can choose the color of the blank screen blue or black see Figure 36 1 By default 20 seconds But you can reset the timeout from 3 to 60 seconds see section 8 1 5 5 2 Alternatively press the FREEZE key on the infra red remote control transmitter see Figure 44 or the FREEZE front panel button This will cause the FREEZE front panel button to illuminate and the appropriate INPUT SELECTOR button to flash 17 Operating th
34. osing the OSD Utility Settings 8 1 5 6 Choosing the Output Utility Settings 8 1 5 7 Choosing Factory Reset 8 1 6 Verifying Configuration Details via the Information Screen ohm fk Nme e 12 12 12 13 14 14 14 14 15 16 16 16 17 18 19 19 20 20 21 24 26 27 28 28 30 31 32 33 35 37 37 Introduction 8 2 Operating via the LCD Display 8 3 Operating via the Infra red Remote Control Transmitter 8 4 Operating via ETHERNET 9 Technical Specifications 10 VP 725DS Communication Protocol Figures Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4 Figure 5 Figure 6 Figure 7 Figure 8 Figure 9 Figure 10 Figure 11 Figure 12 Figure 13 Figure 14 Figure 15 Figure 16 Figure 17 Figure 18 Figure 19 Figure 20 Figure 21 Figure 22 Figure 23 Figure 24 Figure 25 Figure 26 Figure 27 Figure 28 Figure 29 Figure 30 Figure 31 Figure 32 Figure 33 Figure 34 Figure 35 VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler Connecting the PC RJ 45 PINOUT Connecting the VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler OSD PIP Status OSD SWAP Status Locking Unlocking the Front Panel OSD Input Status OSD Output Status Controlling the Brightness and Contrast Menu Screen Icons Controlling the Gamma and Color Gamma Color Temperature Manager User 1 2 Screen Selecting the Source Selecting the Search Selecting the Group Selecting the Source Geometry Screen Geometry Aspect Ratio Scre
35. ow to adjust the Keystone via the OSD Menu 38 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Controlling the VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler n NAVIGATION CONTROL KEYS ENLARGED VIEW Navigates up one step in the same level in the OSD screen Adjusts the zoom position moves the PIP location when the Source Prompt is OFF or ON but without the orange frame resizes the PIP when the Source Prompt is ON and orange frame is displayed Decreases the range one step at a time in the OSD screen Adjusts the zoom position moves the PIP location when the Source Prompt is OFF or ON but without the orange frame Increases the range one step at a time in the OSD screen Adjusts the zoom position moves the PIP location when the Source Prompt is OFF or ON but without the orange frame Moves to the next level in the OSD screen Navigates down one step in the same level in the OSD screen Adjusts the zoom position moves the PIP location when the Source Prompt is OFF or ON but without the orange frame resizes the PIP when the Source Prompt is ON and orange frame is displayed SELECT ZOOM CONTROL KEYS ENLARGED VIEW Increases the resolution up to 400 zooming in to display a close up view of the chosen part of the screen that is chosen via the POSITIONING keys or via the Zoom s Zoom Position Adjustment feature from the Geometry menu Decreases the resolution
36. rce Prompt is ON the PIP is enclosed by an orange frame and the OSD PIP status appears superimposed over the top right corner of the screen for a few seconds as Figure 5 illustrates After a few seconds the orange frame and the OSD PIP status automatically disappear Activating the PIP subsequently cycles between the PIP with the orange frame and no PIP Enlarged View Inserted graphic appears in this area Figure 5 OSD PIP Status When the Source Prompt is OFF activating the PIP toggles between the PIP with no frame and no OSD PIP status and no PIP 1 As these are graphics sources and you cannot insert a graphics PIP over a graphics source 2 At graphic frequencies 3 As long as it is connected and switched on Otherwise choosing it will display a blank screen 4 By default 20 seconds But you can reset the timeout from 3 to 60 seconds see section 8 1 5 5 5 Trying to activate the PIP again while the PIP is still enclosed by an orange frame deactivates the PIP 13 Understanding the Presentation Switcher Scaler 6 2 2 PIP Characteristics You can determine the following PIP characteristics e PIP Source e PIP Size 1 25 1 16 1 9 1 4 or split screen e Horizontal and Vertical position placing it anywhere on the screen 6 2 3 Toggling between the PIP and the Screen Source SWAP To toggle back and forth between the PIP content and the screen source content do the following e P
37. ress the SWAP key on the Infra red remote control transmitter see Figure 44 The OSD SWAP status appears superimposed over the top right corner of the screen for a few seconds as Figure 6 illustrates Enlarged View Swap Main AV 2 PIP VGA 1 Figure 6 OSD SWAP Status 6 2 4 Resizing the PIP To resize the PIP 1 25 1 16 1 9 1 4 or split screen e When the Source Prompt is ON and the PIP is enclosed by an orange frame use the Up and or Down navigation control keys on the infra red remote control transmitter see Figure 44 or the UP and or DOWN front panel OSD buttons e Use the OSD Menu 6 2 5 Moving the Position of the PIP To move the location of the PIP e When the Source Prompt is OFF or ON but without the orange frame use the four navigation control keys on the infra red remote control transmitter see Figure 44 or the UP DOWN and or front panel OSD buttons 1 By default 20 seconds But you can reset the timeout from 3 to 60 seconds see section 8 1 5 5 14 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Understanding the Presentation Switcher Scaler 6 3 Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel To prevent accidental changes to settings or unauthorized tampering with the front panel you can lock the front panel This disengages the front panel switches except for the MENU button on the front panel press and hold for 3 seconds to unlock When the front panel is locked control from the infr
38. roduct claims must be presented to the carrier v Removal or installation of the product vi Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect vii Cartons equipment enclosures cables or accessories used in conjunction with the product WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR AND WHAT WE WILL NOT PAY FOR We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items We will not pay for the following 1 Removal or installations charges 2 Costs of initial technical adjustments set up including adjustment of user controls or programming These costs are the responsibility of the Kramer dealer from whom the product was purchased 3 Shipping charges HOW YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE K To obtain service on you product you must take or ship it prepaid to any authorized Kramer service center 2 Whenever warranty service is required the original dated invoice or a copy must be presented as proof of warranty coverage and should be included in any shipment of the product Please also include in any mailing a contact name company address and a description of the problem s 3 For the name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center consult your authorized dealer LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES All implied warranties including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to the length of this warranty EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES The liability of Kramer for any effective products is limited to
39. t RGB YUV Confirm the setting Discard your changes User Mode Setting 1 That is the identical resolution at each scaled output 2 Recommended for advanced users only non standard settings may not be recognized by the display device 35 Controlling the VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler 800x600 1024x768 1280x1024 1600x1200 852x1024i 1024x1024 1366x768 1365x1024 1280x720 Figure 40 Output Setting User Mode Setting Utility Screen 36 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Controlling the VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler Table 15 User Mode Setting Definitions User Mode Setting Definitions HT Horizontal total HW Horizontal sync pulse width HS Horizontal active start point HA Horizontal active region HP Horizontal polarity VT Vertical total VW Vertical sync pulse width VS Vertical active start point VA Vertical active region VP Vertical polarity OCLK Output clock 8 1 5 7 Choosing Factory Reset From the Factory Reset Utility screen see Figure 41 you can reset your VP 725DS to its preset default setting uea Figure 41 Factory Reset Utility Screen 8 1 6 Verifying Configuration Details via the Information Screen From the Information screen see Figure 42 you can verify information that includes the main source the PIP source t
40. t video signals to graphical data is required for projection and large display purposes The package includes these items e VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler e Power cord e Infra red remote control transmitter including the required battery e Null modem adapter e This user manual 2 Getting Started We recommend that you e Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment e Review the contents of this user manual e Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables 1 GROUP 1 Distribution Amplifiers GROUP 2 Video and Audio Switchers Matrix Switchers and Controllers GROUP 3 Video Audio VGA XGA Processors GROUP 4 Interfaces and Sync Processors GROUP 5 Twisted Pair Interfaces GROUP 6 Accessories and Rack Adapters GROUP 7 Scan Converters and Scalers and GROUP 8 Cables and Connectors 2 We recommend that you use only the power cord that is supplied with the machine 3 Download up to date Kramer user manuals from the Internet at this URL http www kramerelectronics com manuals html 4 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com click Cables and Connectors in the Products section 1 Overview Overview The VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler is designed for a wide variety of presentation and multimedia applications It is a true multi standard video to graphics scaler and presentat
41. tation Switcher Scaler Features Crossover Cable RJ 45 PINOUT Straight through Cable RJ 45 PINOUT Controlling the Brightness and Contrast Controlling the Gamma and Color Selecting the Source Controlling the Geometry Choosing the Graphic Utility Settings Choosing the Video Utility Settings Choosing the PIP Utility Settings Choosing the Seamless Switch Utility Settings Choosing the OSD Utility Settings Choosing the Output Utility Settings User Mode Setting Definitions Infra red Remote Control Transmitter Functions Technical Specifications of the VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler 34 35 36 36 36 37 37 38 39 10 10 20 21 22 24 29 30 31 32 33 35 By 40 41 iii Introduction 1 Introduction Welcome to Kramer Electronics since 1981 a world of unique creative and affordable solutions to the infinite range of problems that confront the video audio and presentation professional on a daily basis In recent years we have redesigned and upgraded most of our line making the best even better Our 300 plus different models now appear in 8 Groups which are clearly defined by function Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VP 725DS Presentation Switcher which is ideal for the following typical applications e Projection systems in conference rooms board rooms auditoriums hotels and churches e Any application in which high quality conversion and switching of multiple and differen
42. the repair or replacement of the product at our option Kramer shall not be liable for de Damage to other property caused by defects in this product damages based upon inconvenience loss of use of the product loss of time commercial loss or 2 Any other damages whether incidental consequential or otherwise Some countries may not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from place to place NOTE All products returned to Kramer for service must have prior approval This may be obtained from your dealer This equipment has been tested to determine compliance with the requirements of EN 50081 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic emission standard Part 1 Residential commercial and light industry EN 50082 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic immunity standard Part 1 Residential commercial and light industry environment CFR 47 FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15 Radio frequency devices Subpart B Unintentional radiators CAUTION B Servicing the machines can only be done by an authorized Kramer technician Any user who makes changes or modifications to the unit without the expressed approval of the manufacturer will void user authority to operate the
43. ting the Source Source Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Search Manual Auto Select Video Group Audio Group AV Group Scaler Master Audio Master AV Source VGA Group VGA1 VGA2 VGA3 VGA4 DVI Group DVI1 DVI2 Comp Group Compi Comp2 Comp3 Comp4 YC Group YC1 YC2 YC3 YC4 AV Group AV1 AV2 AV3 AV4 Master VGA1 VGA2 VGA3 VGA4 DVI DVI2 Comp1 Comp2 Comp3 Comp4 YC1 YC2 YC3 YC4 AV1 AV2 AV3 AV4 Figure 15 illustrates the Search Manual or Auto option 1 Disabled on the VP 725DS available on the VP 725DSA 22 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Controlling the VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler 7 Source Figure 15 Selecting the Search Selecting Manual Search disables the Auto Search option which finds the active source After powering up the VP 725DS will not scan for an active input but will display the source selected prior to power down even if that input is inactive Figure 16 illustrates the Group Select option The Video Group and Scaler are available with the VP 725DS Audio Group AN Group Scaler Master Audio Master AV Figure 16 Selecting the Group Figure 17 illustrates the Source Figure 17 Selecting the Source 1 The Audio Group AV Group Master Audio and Master AV are available with the VP
44. unit without using a Null modem adapter e Connect the RS 232 DB9 port on your PC to the RS 232 DB9 rear panel port on the VP 725DS unit forming a cross connection as Figure 2 illustrates PIN 5 Connected to PIN 5 Ground PIN 3 Connected to PIN 2 PIN 2 Connected to PIN 3 a2 GroniPo DBO To Presentation O Switcher Scaler If a shielded cable is used connect the shield to PIN 5 Figure 2 Connecting the PC 1 We recommend that you use only the power cord that is supplied with this machine 2 Also known as a Null modem connection 9 Connecting the VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler 5 2 Connecting the VP 725DS via the ETHERNET port To connect the VP 725DS via the ETHERNET port do the following e Connect the ETHERNET port of the VP 725DS to the LAN port of your PC via a crossover cable with RJ 45 connectors as Table 3 and Figure 3 define Figure 3 RJ 45 PINOUT Table 3 Crossover Cable RJ 45 PINOUT EIA TIA 568A EIA TIA 568B Side 2 Side 1 PIN Wire Color PIN Wire Color 1 Green White 1 Orange White 2 Green 2 Orange 3 Orange White 3 Green White 4 Blue 4 Blue 5 Blue White 5 Blue White 6 Orange 6 Green 7 Brown White 7 Brown White 8 Brown 8 Brown _ N Pair1 4and5 Pair 1 4and 5 Pair2 3 and6 Pair 2 1 and 2 Pair3 1 and2 Pair3 3 and6 Pair4 7 and8 Pair4 7 and8 12 45
45. y from the infra red remote control transmitter see section 8 3 e Via Ethernet see section 8 4 e Remotely via RS 232 Achieving the best performance means e Connecting only good quality connection cables thus avoiding interference deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching and elevated noise levels often associated with low quality cables e Avoiding interference from neighboring electrical appliances and positioning your VP 725DS away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust Your VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler Figure 1 Table 1 and Table 2 define the VP 725DS KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Your VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler INPUT SELECTOR VGA Egoi COMP OUTPUT G LG N2 N4 GY2 _ Aa B Pb2 RIP Giy B Pb4 Ripa V as tad RS 232 Figure 1 VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler B o _ Your VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler Table 1 Front Panel VP 725DS Presentation Switcher Scaler Features Feature Function 1 x VGA Button Selects one of the 4 VGA sources 2 i Q DVI Button Selects one of the 2 DVI sources 3 X R CV Button Selects one of the 4 CV sources 4 a a YC Button Selects one of the

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