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1. Grounding the RC 76R RC 78R The grounding screw is used to earth the chassis of the unit to the building ground preventing static electricity from impacting the performance of the unit Figure 4 defines the grounding screw components Component Description 1 M3X6 screw a 1 8 Toothed Lock Washer M3 Ring Tongue Terminal Figure 4 Grounding Connection Components RC 76R RC 78R Connecting the RC 76R RC 78R To ground the RC 76R RC 78R 1 72P 88 Connect the ring tongue terminal to the building grounding point wire a green yellow AWG 18 0 82mm wire crimped with a proper hand tool is recommended Insert the M3x6 screw through the toothed lock washers and the tongue terminal in the order shown above Insert the M3x6 screw with the two toothed lock washers and ring tongue terminal into the grounding screw hole and tighten the screw Connecting the RC 76R RC 78R 5 Operating the RC 76R RC 78R You can operate your RC 76R RC 78R using e Front panel buttons These are configured using the K Config software For instructions on using the software see the K Config Software Guide available from our Web site www kramerelectronics com e APC running Site CTRL control software To operate your device using Site CTRL see the Site CTRL User Guide available at the Kramer Web site e The built in Web server For more information see the K Config User Guide RC 76R RC 78R Operating the RC 72. any unauthorized tampering with this product any repairs attempted by anyone unauthorized by Kramer Electronics to make such repairs or any other cause which does not relate directly to a defect in materials and or workmanship of this product This limited warranty does not cover cartons eguipment enclosures cables or accessories used in conjunction with this product Without limiting any other exclusion herein Kramer Electronics does not warrant that the product covered hereby including without limitation the technology and or integrated circuit s included in the product will not become obsolete or that such items are or will remain compatible with any other product or technology with which the product may be used How Long Does this Coverage Last Seven years as of this printing please check our Web site for the most current and accurate warranty information Whois Covered Only the original purchaser of this product is covered under this limited warranty This limited warranty is not transferable to subseguent purchasers or owners ofthis product What Kramer Electronics will do Kramer Electronics will at its sole option provide one of the following three remedies to whatever extent it shall deem necessary to satisfy a proper claim under this limited warranty 1 Elect to repair or facilitate the repair of any defective parts within a reasonable period of time free of any charge for the necessary parts and labor to complete the r
3. whom you purchased this product or the Kramer Electronics office nearest you For a list of authorized Kramer Electronics resellers and or Kramer Electronics authorized service providers please visit our web site at www kramerelectronics com or contact the Kramer Electronics office nearest you In order to pursue any remedy under this limited warranty you must possess an original dated receipt as proof of purchase from an authorized Kramer Electronics reseller If this product is returned under this limited warranty a return authorization number obtained from Kramer Electronics will be required You may also be directed to an authorized reseller or a person authorized by Kramer Electronics to repair the product If itis decided that this product should be returned directly to Kramer Electronics this product should be properly packed preferably in the original carton for shipping Cartons not bearing a return authorization number will be refused Limitation on Liability THE MAXIMUM LIABILITY OF KRAMER ELECTRONICS UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE ACTUAL PURCHASE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW KRAMER ELECTRONICS IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR DIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY OR CONDITION OR UNDER ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY Some countries districts or states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of relief special incidental consequential or indi
4. 6R RC 78R 6 Front Panel Button Caps and Labels The RC 76R RC 78R are supplied with a button label sheet and 6 8 clear button caps to house the labels Figure 5 illustrates a sample button label sheet US KRAMER nsw ELECTRONICS CD MEDIA DIRECT MATRIX PLAYER RECEIVER SCALER SET TOP SWITCHER SOURGE SOURCE SOURCE SOURCE SOURCE 1 2 3 4 S VIDEO niiti SEDER VIDEO 1 VIDEO2 VIDEO3 VIDEO 4 LIGHTS Audio 1 auno 2 AuDIO 3 auoio a LiGHTs LIGHTS 4 1 ON LIGHTS LIGHTS LIGHTS LIGHTS LIGHTS 1 2 2 2 3 LIGHTS LIGHTS 3 3 OFF ON OFF ON OFF SCREEN ON POWER POWER STANDBY ON QFF STANDBY ON OFF Cat No 2808 000035 RC 76R RC 78R Front Panel Button Caps and Labels E DISPLAY DISPLAY CYCLE VOLUME VOLUME ON OFF SOURCES UP DOWN LANGUAGE UNLOCK ASPECT ACCEPT RATIO CONTINUE FREEZE HANG UP SYSTEM CONTROL DISPLAY 1 DISPLAY 2 DISPLAY 3 DISPLAY 4 PROJECTOR PC3 E m LAPTOP 4 MOBILE Cat No 2808 000035 Page 2 RC 76R RC 78R Front Panel Button Caps and Labels DOC GAM 2 4 HI VA Figure 5 Sample Button Label Sheet RC
5. 76R RC 78R Front Panel Button Caps and Labels 6 1 Installing the Front Panel Button Caps and Labels To install the button caps and labels 1 Remove the required labels from the supplied button label sheet 2 Unscrew the Decora front plate from the device Put the plate and screws aside 3 To access the buttons remove the two button cover plate mounting screws see Figure 6 and remove the button cover plate Put the plate and screws aside Figure 6 Removing the Button Cover Plate Mounting Screws 4 Lift each cap away from its button 5 Holding the button cap with the wings on the top and bottom as shown in Figure 7 insert the label inside the cap RC 76R RC 78R Front Panel Button Caps and Labels Figure 7 Button Cap Orientation with Label 6 Retaining the orientation return each cap to its correct button SS Figure 8 Replacing the Button Cap Y 7 Repeat for all caps 8 Replace the button cover plate and screw it into place with its mounting Screws 9 Replace the Decora face plate over the unit and screw it into place with its mounting screws RC 76R RC 78R Front Panel Button Caps and Labels 7 Technical Specifications INPUTS OUTPUTS DEFAULT IP SETTINGS POWER CONSUMPTION OPERATING TEMPERATURE STORAGE TEMPERATURE HUMIDITY DIMENSIONS WEIGHT ACCESSORIES 2 RS 232 1 RS 485 1 GPI O and 1 K NET on t
6. Decora compatible wall plate size of 1 gang US 3 1 Defining the RC 76R RC 78R Room Controllers This section defines the RC 76R RC 78R ths KRAMER RC 78R KRAMER RC 76R 25 625 Figure 1 RC 76R RC 78R Room Controllers Feature Function 6 8 Configurable Buttons Function is programmed by the K Config Configuration software USB Connector Connect to a computer for firmware upgrade or for uploading the configuration file ETHERNET RJ 45 Connector Connects to the PC or other serial controller through computer LAN to control AV products IR 2 Terminal Block Connector Connect to IR emitter cable 2 IR 1 Terminal Block Connector Connect to IR emitter cable 1 RELAY C2 Connect to low voltage relay driven device 2 RELAY C1 Connect to low voltage relay driven device 1 Ring Tongue Terminal Grounding Connect to grounding wire optional see Screw Section 4 5 Power Supply 2 pin Terminal Connect 12V to 12V ground to GND Block Connector 0 K NET Terminal Block Connector Connect the GND pin to the Ground connection pin B and pin A are for RS 485 and the 12V pin is for powering the unit N e E RC 76R RC 78R Overview EI Feature Function 11 RESET Button Press to reset to factory default definitions IP number 192 168 1 39 Mask 255 255 0 0 Gateway 0 0 0 0 First disconnect the power supply and then connect it again while pressing the Reset button The unit p
7. KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD USER MANUAL MODEL RC 76R RC 78R Room Controllers P N 2900 300253 Rev 2 RC 76R RC 78R Quick Start Guide This guide helps you install and use your RC 76R RC 78R for the first time To download the latest manual scan the QR code on the left or go to http www kramerelectronics com support product downloads asp Step 1 Check what s in the box 2 RC 76R and or RC 78R Room Controller 2 1 Quick Start sheet A Label Sheets A 1 12V DC Power supply Step 2 Install the RC 76R RC 78R To power KR supply Ethernet 1 Connect the inputs and outputs to their appropriate devices see the example on the right using terminal block connectors Inputs 2 RS 232 1 RS 485 1 GPI O 1 K Net 1 Ethernet RJ 45 Outputs 2 infrared 2 relays Connect 12V DC power to the unit if power is not available over the K Net DVD Plasma Display 2 Mount the unit in the wall Projector Lighting System Motion Screen P Detector Step 3 Configure and customize the RC 76R RC 78R 1 Configure the unit using Kramer K Config configuration software Download the software from the Kramer Web site http www kramerelectronics com 2 Customize the buttons by inserting the appropriate labels under the button caps Step 4 Operate the RC 76R RC 78R Operate the unit from a PC running Site CTRL control software Download the software from the Kramer Web site http www kram
8. P 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 RC 76R RC 78R Room Controllers which are ideal for the following typical applications e Remote control and management of AV equipment in multimedia rooms such as classrooms auditoriums conference rooms 78R Introduction 2 2 1 Getting Started We recommend that you Unpack the eguipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment Review the contents of this user manual Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables 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 Achieving the Best Performance To achieve the best performance Use only good guality connection cables to avoid interference deterioration in signal guality due to poor matching and elevated noise levels often associated with low guality cables Do not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that
9. bel bearing the serial number of this product has been removed or defaced ii the product is not distributed by Kramer Electronics or iii this product is not purchased from an authorized Kramer Electronics reseller If you are unsure whether a reseller is an authorized Kramer Electronics reseller please visit our Web site at www kramerelectronics com or contact a Kramer Electronics office from the list at the end of this document Your rights under this limited warranty are not diminished if you do not complete and return the product registration form or complete and submit the online product registration form Kramer Electronics thanks you for purchasing a Kramer Electronics product We hope it will give you years of satisfaction For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit our Web site where updates to this user manual may be found We welcome your guestions comments and feedback Web site www kramerelectronics com KRAMER E mail info Okramerel com SAFETY WARNING Disconnect the unit from the power e supply before opening and servicing P N 2900 300253 Rev 2
10. epair and restore this product to its proper operating condition Kramer Electronics will also pay the shipping costs necessary to return this product once the repair is complete 2 Replace this product with a direct replacement or with a similar product deemed by Kramer Electronics to perform substantially the same function as the original product 3 Issue a refund of the original purchase price less depreciation to be determined based on the age of the product at the time remedy is sought under this limited warranty What Kramer Electronics will not do Under This Limited Warranty If this product is returned to Kramer Electronics or the authorized dealer from which it was purchased or any other party authorized to repair Kramer Electronics products this product must be insured during shipment with the insurance and shipping charges prepaid by you If this product is returned uninsured you assume all risks of loss or damage during shipment Kramer Electronics will not be responsible for any costs related to the removal or re installation of this product from or into any installation Kramer Electronics will not be responsible for any costs related to any setting up this product any adjustment of user controls or any programming required for a specific installation of this product How to Obtain a Remedy under this Limited Warranty To obtain a remedy under this limited warranty you must contact either the authorized Kramer Electronics reseller from
11. erelectronics com Contents 1 Introduction 2 Getting Started 2 1 Achieving the Best Performance 2 2 Safety Instructions 2 3 Recycling Kramer Products 3 Overview 8 1 Defining the RC 76R RC 78R Room Controllers 4 Connecting the RC 76R RC 78R 4 1 Connecting RS 232 Devices 4 2 Connecting RS 485 Devices 4 3 Connecting the Ethernet Port 4 4 Connecting the K NET Port 4 5 Grounding the RC 76R RC 78R 5 Operating the RC 76R RC 78R 6 Front Panel Button Caps and Labels 6 1 Installing the Front Panel Button Caps and Labels 7 Technical Specifications Figures Figure 1 RC 76R RC 78R Room Controllers Figure 2 Connecting the RC 76R RC 78R Room Controllers Figure 3 K NET PINOUT Connection Figure 4 Grounding Connection Components Figure 5 Sample Button Label Sheet Figure 6 Removing the Button Cover Plate Mounting Screws Figure 7 Button Cap Orientation with Label Figure 8 Replacing the Button Cap OOO S OF OON IN tia oo N a nD ow Introduction Welcome to Kramer Electronics Since 1981 Kramer Electronics has been providing a world of unigue 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 GROU
12. erminal block connectors 1 Ethernet on an RJ 45 connector 1 USB for programming 2 IR 2 relays 36V AC or DC 2A 60VAC maximum on non inductive load and 1 GPI O on terminal block connectors IP number 192 168 1 39 Mask 255 255 0 0 Gateway 0 0 0 0 12V DC 260mA 0 to 40 C 32 to 104 F 40 to 70 C 40 to 158 F 10 to 90 RHL non condensing 7 9cm x 2 8cm x 12 4cm 3 1 x 1 1 x 4 9 W D H with wall plate 0 6kg 1 4lbs approx Power supply black and white front plates black and white Decora frames Specifications are subject to change without notice at http www kramerelectronics com RC 76R RC 78R Technical Specifications LIMITED WARRANTY The warranty obligations of Kramer Electronics for this product are limited to the terms set forth below Whatis Covered This limited warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship in this product What is Not Covered This limited warranty does not cover any damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from any alteration modification improper or unreasonable use or maintenance misuse abuse accident neglect exposure to excess moisture fire improper packing and shipping such claims must be presented to the carrier lightning power surges or other acts of nature This limited warranty does not cover any damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from the installation or removal of this product from any installation
13. he RC 76R RC 78R e Connect the B pin of the device to the B pin on the RS 485 terminal block of the RC 76R RC 78R e Connect the G pin of the device to the GND pin on the RS 485 terminal block of the RC 76R RC 78R If your device is the first or last device on the line slide the RS 485 termination switch up otherwise make sure it is set to down see Figure 1 Connecting the Ethernet Port The Ethernet connection of the RC 76R RC 78R lets you perform all control functions of the RC 76R RC 78R over the Internet using a PC running the Kramer Site CTRL control program to control AV devices To connect the RC 76R RC 78R to a network 1 Connect the Ethernet port of the RC 76R RC 78R to the Ethernet port on a network hub or network router via a straight cable with RJ 45 connectors 2 At the other end connect the Internet to a PC running Site CTRL 3 After connecting the Ethernet port you have to install and configure it For detailed instructions on how to install and configure your Ethernet port see the K Config Software Guide Available from our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 4 4 4 5 Connecting the K NET Port The K NET port is wired as shown in Figure 3 K NET PINOUT K NET G B A12V Red 12V Black GND Figure 3 K NET PINOUT Connection If your device is the first or last device on the line slide the K Net termination switch up otherwise make sure it is set to down see Figure 1
14. may adversely influence signal guality Position your Kramer RC 76R RC 78R away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust This eguipment is to be used only inside a building It may only be connected to other eguipment that is installed inside a building 2 2 2 3 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 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 htto www kramerelectronics com supportrecycling 72 gt att Started fon Vetting started Overview The RC 76R RC 78R are highly versatile master room controllers that act as an all in one extended remote control panel for control of AV equipment especially projectors and associated equipment in any ro
15. n IR emitter to IR OUTPUT 2 and attach the emitter to the DVD player 2 2 Connect the RS 232 ports see Section 4 1 as follows Connect RS 232 port 1 to the projector Connect RS 232 port 2 to the plasma display 3 Connect the RELAY terminal block connectors as follows Connect RELAY C and 1 to the screen Connect RELAY C and 2 to the lighting system 4 Connect the GPI O 1 port to a motion detector 5 Connect the Ethernet port to a network RC 76R RC 78R Connecting the RC 76R RC 78R 4 1 4 2 To power supply K NET Ethernet Q IR o Ta DVD Plasma O Display M IR A Q DVD RS 232 9 Se Relay Projector Relay Lighting GPIO System S Motion Screen Detector Figure 2 Connecting the RC 76R RC 78R Room Controllers Connecting RS 232 Devices You can control up to two AV devices such as a projector or an RS 232 display by connecting them to the RC 76R RC 78R via their RS 232 connection To connect a device to the RC 76R RC 78R via RS 232 e Using a straight cable connect pin 2 to TX pin 3 to RX and pin 5 to GND on the RS 232 terminal block connector of the RC 76R RC 78R Connecting RS 485 Devices You can control up to one AV device by connecting it to the RC 76R RC 78R via its RS 485 connection To connect a device to the RC 76R RC 78R via RS 485 RC 76R RC 78R Connecting the RC 76R RC 78R 4 3 e Connect the A pin of the device to the A pin on the RS 485 terminal block of t
16. om such as classrooms boardrooms or auditoriums They streamline operations and simplify control by integrating audio video and computer video sources into a centralized system The RC 76R RC 78R have identical functionality The RC 76R has six buttons and the RC 78R has eight buttons The RC 76R RC 78R features e 6 8 configurable RGB backlit front panel buttons configured using the K Config configuration software Available from Kramer Electronics on our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com support soft k config e 1 general purpose I O port that can be configured by K Config as a digital input digital output or analog input for interfacing with a variety of devices such as sensors switches LEDs or relays e 2 bidirectional RS 232 ports that can control AV equipment such as projectors LCD and PDP displays power amplifiers switchers and scalers e 2 relay contact closure ports that can control other room items related to the AV system such as raising and lowering drapes a screen or a projector e 2 IR control ports with an IR learning receiver behind the front plate that learns commands from any IR remote e 1 RS 485 control port e Compatibility with Kramer Site CTRL software for network remote control and management over the Ethernet port e AK NET control channel that connects compatible user interfaces supply power and control data over a single cable e Flexible control via Ethernet and K NET e
17. owers up and loads its memory with the factory default definitions and erases all stored preset RS 232 2 Terminal Block Connects to a PC or the remote controller Connector 13 RS 232 1 Terminal Block Connects to a PC or the remote controller Connector 14 Program Switch Slide the switch to the left when programming the unit slide to the right for normal operation 15 RS 485 Terminal Block Connector Pins B and A are for RS 485 Pin G may be connected to the shield if required 16 GPIO GND Terminal Block Connect to various sensors switches LEDs or Connector relays 17 RS 485 Terminator Switch Slide the DIP switch up to terminate the RS 485 line with a 120Q load down is for no termination 18 K Net Terminator Switch Slide the DIP switch up to terminate the K Net line with a 1200 load down is for no termination 19 Button Cover Plate Mounting 2 screws that hold the button cover plate to the Screws body of the device Remove to access the buttons see Figure 6 R Overview 4 Connecting the RC 76R RC 78R Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your RC 76R RC 78R After connecting your RC 76R RC 78R connect its power and then switch on the power to each device To connect the RC 76R RC 78R as illustrated in the example in Figure 2 1 Connect the IR outputs as follows Connect an IR emitter to IR OUTPUT 1 and attach the emitter to the DVD player 1 Connect a
18. rect damages or the limitation of liability to specified amounts so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you Exclusive Remedy TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW THIS LIMITED WARRANTY AND THE REMEDIES SET FORTH ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES REMEDIES AND CONDITIONS WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW KRAMER ELECTRONICS SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IF KRAMER ELECTRONICS CANNOT LAWFULLY DISCLAIM OR EXCLUDE IMPLIED WARRANTIES UNDER APPLICABLE LAW THEN ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES COVERING THIS PRODUCT INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL APPLY TO THIS PRODUCT AS PROVIDED UNDER APPICABLE LAW IF ANY PRODUCT TO WHICH THIS LIMITED WARRANTY APPLIES IS A CONSUMER PRODUCT UNDER THE MAGNUSON MOSS WARRANTY ACT 15 U S C A 2301 ET SEQ OR OTHER APPICABLE LAW THE FOREGOING DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES SHALL NOT APPLY TO YOU AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ON THIS PRODUCT INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR THE PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL APPLY AS PROVIDED UNDER APPLICABLE LAW Other Conditions This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from country to country or state to state This limited warranty is void if i the la
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