USER MANUAL - Kramer Electronics
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1. gt 1 You do not need to connect all inputs and outputs 2 Switch off the power on each device before connecting it to your TP 185 After connecting your TP 185 switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device DO NOT push in the rear panel Flash Program PROG button it is only used for upgrading to the latest Kramer firmware Computer Controller Figure 2 Connecting the TP 185 8 Channel UXGA Audio RS 232 to CAT 5 Transmitter Connecting and Configuring the TP 185 1 Connect up to eight VGA WUXGA computer graphics sources for example multimedia computers to the Video INPUT 15 pin HD connectors 2 Connect up to eight unbalanced stereo audio sources for example the audio source of the computer or a DAT player to the eight AUDIO INPUT 3 5mm mini jacks 3 Connect the eight OUT STP UTP connectors to up to eight TP receivers 4 Ifrequired you can connect a PC and or controller to the RS 232 terminal block see Section 6 2 RS 485 terminal block see Section 6 3 and Section 6 4 5 Connect the power cord not shown in Figure 2 6 2 Connecting to the TP 185 via an RS 232 Connection To connect the RS 232 port on the TP 185 to an RS 232 device 1 Connect the RS 232 Tx pin on the TP 185 to pin 2 9 pin D sub on the RS 232 device 2 Connect the RS 232 Rx pin on the TP 185 to pin 3 9 pin D sub on the RS 232 device 3 Connect the RS 232 G pin on the TP 185 to pin 5 9 pin D sub2. INPUTS 8 UXGA on 15 pin HD connectors VGA through WUXGA 8 unbalanced stereo audio 3 5mm mini jacks OUTPUTS 8 TP on RJ 45 connectors RESOLUTION Up to WUXGA 1920 x 1200 RANGE Up to 100m 328ft MAX OUTPUT LEVEL VIDEO 1 6Vpp AUDIO 2 3Vpp CONTROLS RS 232 3 pin terminal block RS 485 3 pin terminal block SERIAL BAUD RATE Up to 19200kbps SERIAL MODE Full duplex BANDWIDTH AUDIO 20Hz to 20kHz 0 5dB S N RATIO AUDIO lt 80dB TOTAL GAIN Audio 0dB COUPLING Audio AC AUDIO THD NOISE Audio lt 0 03 POWER CONSUMPTION 100 240V AC 16VA OPERATING 0 to 55 32 to 131 F TEMPERATURE STORAGE 45 to 72 49 to 162 F TEMPERATURE HUMIDITY 10 to 90 RHL non condensing DIMENSIONS 48 26cm x 19 1cm x 1U 19 x 7 52 x 1U W D H WEIGHT 3 8kg 8 4lbs approx ACCESSORIES Power cord Windows based control software rack ears 10 Default Communication Parameters Table 7 lists the TP 185 default communication parameters Table 7 TP 185 Communication Parameters RS 232 Protocol 2000 Baud Rate 9600 Data Bits 8 Stop Bits 1 Parity None Command Format HEX Example Output 1 to Input 1 0x01 0x81 0x81 0x81 1 Specifications are subject to change without notice 14 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Default Communication Parameters 10 1 Kramer Communication Protocol 2000 The R
3. This command works only when the unit is configured for Software mode Table 10 Sample TP 185 Control Commands Command Description Reply 2C 80 80 81 Close all output ports for direct command 6C 80 80 81 2C 80 C0 81 Close all output ports for reply command 6C 80 CO 81 2C 81 82 81 Open port 2 for direct command 6C 81 82 81 2C 81 C1 81 Open port 1 for reply command 6C 81 C1 81 2D 80 81 81 Check status of port 1 for direct command Port is closed 6D 80 81 81 2D 80 82 81 Check status of port 2 for direct command Port is open 6D 81 82 81 2D 80 C1 81 Check status of port 1 for reply command Port is open 6D 81 C1 81 2D 80 C2 81 Check status of port 2 for reply command Port is closed 6D 80 C2 81 16 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY 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 malfu
4. default OFF for no RS 485 bus termination see Section 7 1 1 6 Reply DIP switch 1 Enables and disables the Reply feature see Section 7 1 2 Address DIP switches 2 Determines the reply source hardware mode or machine 3 and 4 number software mode see Section 7 1 3 SETUP DIP switch Baud Rate DIP switches Determines the serial port baud rate see Section 7 1 4 5 6 and 7 Hardware Software Determines whether the data transmission path is set by DIP switch 8 software or hardware see Section 7 1 5 7 AC Mains Connector Connect to the AC mains power 8 AC Mains Fuse AC mains power fuse 9 AC Mains Power Switch Turns the unit power ON or OFF 10 RS 232 Terminal Block Connect to a PC or remote controller see Section 6 4 11 RS 485 Terminal Block Pins B and A are for RS 485 Pin G Ground may be connected to the shield of the cable if required see Section 6 3 12 FACTORY RESET Button Press and hold while powering up the unit to reset the data transmission setup to its factory default value see Section 10 13 PROG Button For service use only 1 See item 9 2 The first and the last units on the RS 485 line should be terminated on Other units should be unterminated off see Section 7 1 1 3 Turn the unit off using the power switch and then turn it on while pressing the Factory Reset button The unit will power up and load its memory with the factory
5. on the RS 232 device 6 3 Connecting to the TP 185 via an RS 485 Connection You can operate the TP 185 via the RS 485 port from a distance of up to 1200m 3900ft using a PC equipped with a card that provides an RS 485 port To connect a PC or controller to the RS 485 port on the unit 1 Connect the pins on the following ports Connect the A pin on the RS 485 port of the PC to the A pin on the RS 485 port on the rear panel of the TP 185 Connect the B pin on the RS 485 port of the PC to the B pin on the RS 485 port on the rear panel of the TP 185 If required connect the GND pin on the RS 485 port of the PC to the G ground pin on the rear panel of the TP 185 2 If this is the only TP 185 on the RS 485 bus set the RS 485 TERM DIP switch see Section 7 1 1 to ON for RS 485 line termination with 120Q 1 We recommend that you use only the power cord that is supplied with this machine 2 For RS 485 communication the ground is usually not connected between the devices When using a shielded cable the shield may be grounded on one side 8 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting and Configuring the TP 185 6 4 Connecting Multiple TP 185 Units via the RS 485 Bus You can connect up to 8 TP 185 units via the RS 485 bus with control from a PC or serial controller To connect up to 8 TP 185 units via RS 485 see Figure 3 1 Connect the RS 485 terminal block of the first TP 185 to the RS 485 terminal bloc
6. allow the exclusion or limitation of relief special incidental consequential or indirect 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
7. e OFF the unit is un terminated default e ON the unit is terminated Note DIP switch 2 is not used 7 1 2 Enabling and Disabling the Reply Feature DIP switch enables and disables the Reply feature SETUP DIP switch 1 Figure 5 TP 185 Reply Enable and Disable DIP switch 10 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Setting the DIP switches on the TP 185 When DIP switch 1 is e Up Reply is disabled default e Down ON Reply is enabled 7 1 3 Setting the Reply Source or Machine Number DIP switches 2 3 and 4 set either the reply source in Hardware mode Table 2 or machine number in Software mode Table 3 SETUP DIP switches 2 3 and 4 Figure 6 TP 185 Reply Source or Machine Number DIP switches Table 2 Hardware Mode Reply Source DIP switch Setting DIP switch 2 3 4 default OFF OFF OFF ON OFF OFF Reply Source Reply is taken from output 1 Reply is taken from output 2 Reply is taken from output 3 OFF ON OFF Reply is taken from output 4 ON ON OFF Reply is taken from output 5 OFF OFF ON 6 7 8 Reply is taken from output ON OFF ON Reply is taken from outpu OFF ON ON Reply is taken from outpu ON ON ON Note When there is more than one TP 185 attached to the RS 485 bus only one unit can have a reply path set Table 3 Software Mode RS 485 Machine Number DIP switch Setting Fs DIP switch s DIP switch
8. from country to country or state to state This limited warranty is void if i the label 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 Li For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit www kramerelectronics com where updates to this user manual may be found We welcome your questions comments and feedback Safety Warning Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening servicing Caution Kramer Electronics Ltd Web site www kramerelectronics com E mail info kramerel com P N 2900 300185 REV 1
9. from the output port defined by the DIP switches 2 3 and 4 see Section 7 1 2 For reliable operation only one port can be defined 12 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Wiring the Twisted Pair RJ 45 Connectors 7 1 5 2 Software Mode In Software mode the TP 185 routes the data and reply based on the Protocol 2000 commands received from the PC or other device connected to any of the inputs The following example illustrates a typical command sequence The destination and return paths to and from the end user device are set TP 185 control commands then an end user device command is sent to the defined destination The TP 185 differentiates between the two types of commands and acts accordingly The sequence is as follows 1 Set destination path for command 2 Set return path 3 Send end user command sequence 8 Wiring the Twisted Pair RJ 45 Connectors Table 5 and Figure 9 define the TP pinout using a straight pin to pin cable with RJ 45 connectors When using STP cable connect solder the cable shield to the RJ 45 connector shield Table 5 UTP Connector Pinout EIA TIA 568B Figure 9 CAT 5 Pinout PIN Wire Color Orange White 2 Orange 3 Green White 4 Blue fs eren re Bom 12 45 78 36 13 Technical Specifications 9 Technical Specifications Technical specifications of the TP 185 are shown in Table 6 Table 6 Technical Specifications of the TP 185
10. package includes the following items e TP 185 8 Channel UXGA Audio RS 232 to CAT 5 Transmitter e Power cord rack ears and 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 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 Products 2 We recommend that you use only the power cord that is supplied with this machine 3 Download up to date Kramer user manuals from http www kramerelectronics com 4 The complete list of Kramer cables is available from http www kramerelectronics com 1 Getting Started 2 1 Quick Start This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps Step 1 Mount the machine see Section 5 Mount the machine in a rack or stick the 4 rubber feet to the underside Step 2 Connect the inputs and outputs see Section 6 Connect the inputs 2 Connect the outputs Connect an RS 232 RS 485 controller To any TP 12x receiver P DAT Player G
11. to the table 3 BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 1 06 00 OUTPUT When switching ie instruction codes 1 and 2 the OUTPUT 7 bits is set as the output number which is to be switched Similarly if switching is done via the machine s front panel then these bits are set with the OUTPUT NUMBER which was switched For other operations these bits are defined according to the table 4 BYTE _ Bit 7 Defined as 1 Bit 5 Don t care OVR Machine number override M4 M0 MACHINE NUMBER Used to address machines in a system via their machine numbers When several machines are controlled from a single serial port they are usually configured together with each machine having an individual machine number If the OVR bit is set then all machine numbers will accept implement the command and the addressed machine will reply For a single machine controlled via the serial port always set M4 MO 1 and make sure that the machine itself is configured as MACHINE NUMBER 1 15 Default Communication Parameters Table 9 Instruction Codes for the TP 185 INSTRUCTION DEFINITION FOR SPECIFIC INSTRUCTION NOTE DESCRIPTION INPUT OUTPUT 2C CONTROLS THE STATUS OF A PORT 0 close Output bit 1 2 4 5 1 open O0 O5 output or 0 for all outputs O6 0 Tx 1 Rx 2D READS THE STATUS OF A PORT 0 open Output bit 2 3 4 5 O0 O5 output O6 0 Tx 1 Rx Note All values in the table are h
12. wall for example when using an extension cable or a power strip and that you use only the power cord that is supplied with the machine To rack mount a machine 1 Attach both ear brackets to the machine To do so remove the screws from each side of the machine 3 on each side and replace those screws through the ear brackets 2 Place the ears of the machine against the rack rails and insert the proper screws not provided through each of the four holes in the rack ears Note e Insome models the front panel may feature built in rack ears e Detachable rack ears can be removed for desktop use e Always mount the machine in the rack before you attach any cables or connect the machine to the power e If you are using a Kramer rack adapter kit for a machine that is not 19 see the Rack Adapters user manual for installation instructions available from our Web site KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting and Configuring the TP 185 6 Connecting and Configuring the TP 185 This section comprises connecting The TP 185 see Section 6 1 To the TP 185 via RS 232 see Section 6 2 To the TP 185 via RS 485 see Section 6 3 Multiple TP 185 units via RS 485 see Section 6 4 6 1 Connecting the TP 185 To connect the TP 185 as illustrated in the example in Figure 2 To any TP 12x receiver family product DAT Player Computer Graphics Source 1 Computer Graphics Source 8
13. Kramer Electronics Ltd USER MANUAL Model TP 185 8 Channel UXGA Audio RS 232 to CAT 5 Transmitter Contents Contents 1 Introduction Getting Started 2 1 Quick Start 3 Overview 3 1 Shielded Twisted Pair Unshielded Twisted Pair 4 Defining the TP 185 8 Channel UXGA Audio RS 232 to CAT 5 Transmitter 5 Installing the TP 185 in a Rack 6 Connecting and Configuring the TP 185 6 1 Connecting the TP 185 6 2 Connecting to the TP 185 via an RS 232 Connection 6 3 Connecting to the TP 185 via an RS 485 Connection 6 4 Connecting Multiple TP 185 Units via the RS 485 Bus 7 Setting the DIP switches on the TP 185 7 1 1 Setting the RS 485 Bus Termination 7 1 2 Enabling and Disabling the Reply Feature 7 1 3 Setting the Reply Source or Machine Number 7 1 4 Setting the RS 232 RS 485 Baud Rate DIP switches 7 1 5 Selecting Hardware Software Mode 8 Wiring the Twisted Pair RJ 45 Connectors 9 Technical Specifications 10 Default Communication Parameters 10 1 Kramer Communication Protocol 2000 Figures Figure 1 TP 185 Front and Rear Panels Figure 2 Connecting the TP 185 8 Channel UXGA Audio RS 232 to CAT 5 Transmitter Figure 3 Connecting Multiple TP 185 Units via RS 485 Figure 4 TP 185 DIP switch RS 485 Termination Figure 5 TP 185 Reply Enable and Disable DIP switch Figure 6 TP 185 Reply Source or Machine Number DIP switches Figure 7 TP 185 Baud Rate DIP switches Figure 8 TP 185 Baud Rate Hardware Software DIP switch Figure 9 CAT 5 P
14. Machine Number 2 3 4 Machine Number 2 3 A 1 OFF OFF OFF 5 OFF OFF ON 2 ON OFF OFF 6 ON OFF ON 3 OFF ON OFF 7 OFF ON ON 4 ON ON OFF 8 ON ON ON When there is more than one TP 185 attached to the RS 485 bus each unit must have a unique machine number 11 Setting the DIP switches on the TP 185 7 1 4 Setting the RS 232 RS 485 Baud Rate DIP switches DIP switches 5 6 and 7 set the serial port baud rate in both Hardware and Software modes according to Table 4 Note In a multiple device configuration all devices must be set to the same baud rate SETUP DIP switches 5 6 and 7 Figure 7 TP 185 Baud Rate DIP switches Table 4 Serial Port Baud Rate DIP switch Setting DIP switch DIP switch Baud Rate 5 6 7 Baud Rate 5 6 7 1200 OFF OFF OFF 19200 OFF OFF ON 2400 ON OFF OFF 38400 ON OFF ON 4800 OFF ON_ OFF 57600 OFF ON ON 9600 default ON ON OFF 115200 ON ON ON 7 1 5 Selecting Hardware Software Mode DIP switch 8 sets the operating mode to either Hardware or Software mode SETUP DIP switch 8 Figure 8 TP 185 Baud Rate Hardware Software DIP switch When the DIP switch is e OFF the unit is set to Hardware mode default e ON the unit is set to Software mode 7 1 5 1 Hardware Mode In Hardware mode the e RS 232 data is passed from any input to all outputs e TP 185 routes the reply
15. S 232 RS 485 Protocol 2000 uses four bytes of information as shown in Table 8 The data rate is set by the DIP switches see Table 4 with no parity 8 data bits and 1 stop bit Table 8 Protocol Command Definition MSB LSB DESTI INSTRUCTION NATION 0 D N5 N4 N3 N2 N1 NO 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 Ist byte INPUT 1 16 15 14 13 12 H 10 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 2nd byte OUTPUT 1 O6 05 04 03 02 01 o0 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 3rd byte MACHINE NUMBER 1 OVR X M4 M3 M2 M1 Mo z 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 4th byte I BYTE _ Bit 7 Defined as 0 D DESTINATION 0 for sending information to the switchers from the PC 1 for sending to the PC from the switcher N5 NO INSTRUCTION The function that is to be performed by the switcher s is defined by the INSTRUCTION 6 bits Similarly if a function is performed via the machine s keyboard then these bits are set with the INSTRUCTION NO which was performed The instruction codes are defined according to the table below INSTRUCTION NO is the value to be set for N5 N0 2 BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 1 16 10 INPUT When switching ie instruction codes 1 and 2 the INPUT 7 bits is set as the input number which is to be switched Similarly if switching is done via the machine s front panel then these bits are set with the INPUT NUMBER which was switched For other operations these bits are defined according
16. d warranty you must contact either the authorized Kramer Electronics reseller from 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 Ifitis 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
17. default definitions Installing the TP 185 in a Rack 5 Installing the TP 185 in a Rack This section describes what to do before installing in a rack and how to rack mount the TP 185 Before installing in a rack be sure that the environment is within the recommended range OPERATING TEMPERATURE 0 to 55 C 32 to 131 F STORAGE TEMPERATURE 45 to 72 C 49 to 162 F 410 to 90 RHL non condensing HUMIDITY T CAUTION When installing on a 19 rack avoid hazards by taking care that 1 Itis located within the recommended environmental conditions as the operating ambient temperature of a closed or multi unit rack assembly may exceed the room ambient temperature 2 Once rack mounted enough air will still flow around the machine 3 The machine is placed straight in the correct horizontal position 4 You do not overload the circuit s When connecting the machine to the supply circuit overloading the circuits might have a detrimental effect on overcurrent protection and supply wiring Refer to the appropriate nameplate ratings for information For example for fuse replacement see the value printed on the product label 5 The machine is earthed grounded in a reliable way and is connected only to an electricity socket with grounding Pay particular attention to situations where electricity is supplied indirectly when the power cord is not plugged directly into the socket in the
18. e period of time free of any charge for the necessary parts and labor to complete the repair 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 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 limite
19. exadecimal unless otherwise stated NOTES on Table 9 NOTE 1 When the PC sends this command if the instruction is valid the unit replies by sending the PC the same 4 bytes that it was sent except for the first byte where the Destination bit is set high NOTE 2 If O6 0 Tx This command defines reads the definition of the output 1 2 or3 to pass the RS 232 Direct command from any input In this case the instruction does not modify previously set output numbers allowing the setting of multiple outputs for the Direct command If O6 1 Rx the command defines reads the definition of the output 1 2 or 3 to pass the reply from the output to inputs In this case the instruction resets a previously set output number preventing the setting of multiple outputs for the reply NOTE 3 The reply to this command is as follows The same command and output codes as were sent are returned and the input is assigned the value of the parameter that was read The reply is per the definitions in command 44 NOTE 4 At initial power on or on reception of command 44 or 45 any received bytes are analyzed to see whether it is a command 44 or 45 If not it is transmitted to the output based on the existing setup If the analyzed bytes are a command 44 or 45 the unit waits for the other 3 bytes and interprets them as a Protocol 2000 command The command is executed if relevant to this machine number or discarded if not NOTE 5
20. he best performance e Use only good quality connection cables to avoid interference deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching and elevated noise levels often associated with low quality cables e Do not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils e Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality and position your Kramer TP 185 away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust 3 1 Shielded Twisted Pair Unshielded Twisted Pair We recommend that you use Shielded Twisted Pair STP cable There are different levels of STP cable available and we advise you to use the best quality STP cable that you can afford Our non skew free cable Kramer BC STP is intended for analog signals where skewing is not an issue For cases where there is skewing our UTP skew free cable Kramer BC XTP may be used Bear in mind though that we advise using STP cables where possible since the compliance to electromagnetic interference was tested using those cables Although Unshielded Twisted Pair UTP cable might be preferred for long range applications the UTP cable should be installed far away from electric cables motors and so on which are prone to create electrical interference However since the use of UTP cable might cause inconformity to electromagnetic standards Kramer does not commit to meeting the standard with UTP cable 1 Up to and including WUXGA 1920 x 1200
21. inout OmMAANN A WwW NE p mk oe A U NNE OOG m U A 7 10 10 11 12 12 13 Contents Tables Table 1 TP 185 Front and Rear Panel Features Table 2 Hardware Mode Reply Source DIP switch Setting Table 3 Software Mode RS 485 Machine Number DIP switch Setting Table 4 Serial Port Baud Rate DIP switch Setting Table 5 UTP Connector Pinout Table 6 Technical Specifications of the TP 185 Table 7 TP 185 Communication Parameters Table 8 Protocol Command Definition Table 9 Instruction Codes for the TP 185 Table 10 Sample TP 185 Control Commands 11 11 12 13 14 14 15 16 16 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Introduction 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 11 groups that are clearly defined by function Congratulations on purchasing your TP 185 8 Channel UXGA Audio RS 232 to CAT 5 Transmitter which is ideal for the following typical applications e Transmission of video audio and RS 232 signals for extended distances over standard STP UTP cables e Multimedia and presentation source and acceptor selection The
22. k of the second TP 185 and so on see Section 6 3 connecting all the TP 185 units via the RS 485 terminal blocks 2 Set each TP 185 Machine number to be a unique number see Section 7 1 3 3 On the first and last TP 185 physical devices on the RS 485 bus set the RS 485 TERM DIP switch ON terminating the RS 485 line at 120Q see Section 7 1 1 4 Onall other TP 185 units ensure that the RS 485 Term DIP switch is OFF TP 185 1 ee o TP 185 2 Se ee o oe amp ut Up to 8 i Units TP 185 8 z em mems sens aeaa if Ea 6666 7 eB Ss Sle O prim 5 jisa Pork Figure 3 ae iia TP 185 Units via RS 485 Setting the DIP switches on the TP 185 7 Setting the DIP switches on the TP 185 The DIP switches on the TP 185 perform the following functions e RS 485 termination e Reply enable disable e Reply machine number e Baud rate e Hardware software mode Moving a DIP switch down turns the switch on moving it up turns the switch off Note Changing any DIP switch requires that you cycle power on the TP 185 7 1 1 Setting the RS 485 Bus Termination The DIP switch sets the RS 485 bus termination Only the first and last physical device on the RS 485 bus must be terminated all other devices must be un terminated Figure 4 TP 185 DIP switch RS 485 Termination When DIP switch 1 is
23. nction resulting from the installation or removal of this product from any installation 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 equipment 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 subsequent purchasers or owners of this 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 reasonabl
24. raphics Source 1 eee hS S Computer Se Controller Computer Graphics Source 8 Step 3 Set the DIP switches see Section 6 T set DIP switch 1 to enable disable Reply 2 Set DIP switches 2 3 and 4 for the reply source or machine number Set DIP switches 5 6 and 7 for the RS 232 RS 485 serial baud rate 4 Set DIP switch 8 for Hardware Software Mode 4 259 4 Fk Step 4 Turn the power ON KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Overview 3 Overview The TP 185 is a high performance 8 channel VGA UXGA audio and RS 232 to CAT 5 transmitter for high resolution video stereo unbalanced audio and RS 232 signals The CAT 5 outputs can be connected to any Kramer compatible TP receiver for example the TP 126 The TP 185 can also route data from the RS 232 or RS 485 port to any of the CAT 5 outputs In particular the TP 185 8 Channel UXGA Audio RS 232 to CAT 5 Transmitter features e Eight UXGA video inputs e Eight stereo unbalanced audio inputs on 3 5mm mini jacks e Eight RJ 45 STP UTP outputs e Transmission of RS232 RS 485 data from one input to any or all of the eight CAT 5 outputs and one reply from the selected output The TP 185 can differentiate between RS 232 RS 485 commands that control the unit itself and commands that are destined for end user equipment see Section 7 1 5 2 The TP 185 is dependable rugged and fits into one vertical space 1U of a standard 19 professional rack To achieve t
25. resolution 2 Available from Kramer Electronics on our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 3 Defining the TP 185 8 Channel UXGA Audio RS 232 to CAT 5 Transmitter 4 Defining the TP 185 8 Channel UXGA Audio RS 232 to CAT 5 Transmitter Figure 1 and Table 1 define the front and rear panels of the TP 185 8 Channel UXGA Audio RS 232 to CAT 5 Transmitter POWER o i 8 Channel UXGA Audio RS 232 to CAT 5 Transmitter TP 185 att Outs outs a INPUT 1 INPUT 3 INPUTS INPUT7 sa Poo Ooo T PUTS mE PUTS AUDIO meee a Be 2 mii 0 0 o mame AS CODY COS TN 2 INPUT 2 INPUT 4 INPUT 6 INPUT 8 OUT2 OUT4 OUTS OUTS INPUT2 INPUT 4 INPUTS INPUTS 6 Figure 1 TP 185 Front and Rear Panels 4 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Defining the TP 185 8 Channel UXGA Audio RS 232 to CAT 5 Transmitter Table 1 TP 185 Front and Rear Panel Features Feature Function 1 POWER LED Lights green when the unit is turned on 2 VIDEO INPUT 15 pin HD Connect to the VGA UXGA video sources from 1 to 8 Connectors 3 OUTSTP UTP Ru 45 Connect to the TP receivers from 1 to 8 Connectors 4 AUDIO INPUT 3 5mm Connect to the unbalanced stereo audio sources from 1 to 8 Mini Jacks 5 RS 485 TERM DIP switch Sets the termination of the RS 485 bus ON for RS 485 bus termination with 120Q
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