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1. Defining the VP 438 Presentation Switcher Scaler This section defines the VP 438 a Reser TO Paner Coneonent 1 Component 2 HDMIT HDMI2 HDMIS HDMIA BLANK MUTE FREEZE Menu ENT t HH O lt lt s SM OOOOO00000 ooo nooo Presentation Switcher Scaler Figure 1 VP 438 Presentation Switcher Scaler Front Panel l Feature l Function 1 R Receiver Receives signals from the remote control transmitter I 2 ev Press to select the composite video input from 1 to 2 Press to select the component video input from 1 to 2 Press to select the computer graphics input from 1 to 2 Press to select the HDMI input from 1 to 4 6 JBLANKButon lt Press to toggle between a blank screen and the display can be programmed to follow MUTE see Section 6 2 3 Press to toggle between muting blocking out the sound and enabling the audio output 8 FREEZEButton Press to freeze unfreeze the output video image Press to decrease numerical values or select from several definitions When not working in the OSD press to reduce volume When not working in the OSD press to increase volume Press and hold to reset the video resolution to XGA or 720p press and hold for about 2 seconds to reset to XGA or press and hold for about 5 seconds to reset to 720p PANEL LOCK Button Press and hold for about 2 seconds to lock unlock the front panel buttons oso VERLOR LERLOR LERLER LERLER2. 2 3 Recycling Kramer Products 3 Overview 3 1 Defining the VP 438 Presentation Switcher Scaler 4 Installing in a Rack 5 Connecting the VP 438 6 Controlling the VP 438 6 1 Controlling via the Front Panel Buttons 6 2 Using the OSD Menu 6 3 Connecting to VP 438 via RS 232 6 4 Controlling via the Infrared Remote Control Transmitter 7 Technical Specifications 7 1 Input Resolutions 8 RS 232 Communication Protocol Figures Figure 1 VP 438 Presentation Switcher Scaler Front Panel Figure 2 VP 438 Presentation Switcher Scaler Rear Panel Figure 3 Connecting the VP 438 Presentation Switcher Scaler Figure 4 Infrared Remote Control Transmitter ON U DONN 10 15 Introduction VVelcome to Kramer Electronicsi Since 1981 Kramer Electronics has been providing a world of unique 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 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 a
3. 232 connect the RS 232 9 pin D sub rear panel port on the VP 438 unit via a 9 wire straight cable only pin 2 to pin 2 pin 3 to pin 3 and pin 5 to pin 5 need to be connected to the RS 232 9 pin D sub port on your PC VP 438 Controlling the VP 438 6 4 Controlling via the Infrared Remote Control Transmitter You can control the VP 438 from the infrared remote control transmitter as defined in Figure 4 Figure 4 Infrared Remote Control Transmitter Controlling the VP 438 Keys Function SIZE Set the size of the image displayed Turn the VP 438 ON or OFF OFF in this case means that the unit is in standby mode INFO Displays the selected input the input and output resolutions and the firmware versions on the OSD NATIVE Select the output resolution via the EDID of the connected HDMI monitor Four navigation keys Left and right arrow keys also function as output volume control BLANK Toggle between a blank screen and the display MUTE Toggle between muting blocking out the sound and enabling the audio output 7 Technical Specifications INPUTS 4 HDMI connectors HDMI HDCP version 1 1 2 VGA on a 15 pin HD connector 2 composite video on an RCA connector 2 component video each on 3 RCA connectors Unbalanced stereo audio on 10 3 pin terminal block connectors OUTPUT 1 RGBHV on 5 BNC connectors 1 HDMI connector HDMI HDCP version 1 1 1 VGA RGBHV on a 15 pin HD connector 1 SIPDIF on an R
4. 3 Connect the RGBHV VIDEO OUTPUT BNC connectors to an RGBHV acceptor for example an RGBHV display Connect the HDMI VIDEO OUTPUT connector to an HDMI acceptor for example a plasma display Connect the VGA VIDEO OUTPUT 15 pin HD connector to a VGA acceptor for example a projector Connect the audio output signals to the AUDIO OUTPUTS stereo analog audio acceptor and or the digital audio acceptor as required not shown in Figure 3 10 Connect the power cord not shown in Figure 3 438 Connecting the VP 438 SS Audio connections are not shown DVD Player 1 SN DVD Player 4 Computer Graphics Source ev Component Video Player Composite Video Player 1 S Composite RGBHV Plasma Video Player2 Display Display Figure 3 Connecting the VP 438 Presentation Switcher Scaler VP 438 Connecting the VP 438 6 6 1 6 2 138 Controlling the VP 438 Controlling the VP 438 The VP 438 can be controlled via e The front panel buttons see Section 6 1 e The OSD menu see Section 6 2 e RS 232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system PC or other serial controller see Section 6 3 e The infrared remote control transmitter see Section 6 4 Controlling via the Front Panel Buttons The VP 438 includes the following front panel buttons e Input selector buttons for selecting the required input CV 1 and 2 COMPONENT 1 and 2 PC 1 and 2 or H
5. 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 reasonable 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 als
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7. 2 2 2 3 8 Getting Startec Safety Instructions Caution There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit VVarning Use only the povver cord that is supplied vvith the unit Warning Do not open the unit High voltages can cause electrical shockl Servicing by qualified personnel only 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 http www kramerelectronics com support recycling Overvievv The Kramer VP 438 is a high quality presentation switcher and scaler It accepts one of 10 inputs four HDMI signals two computer graphics signals on 15 pin HD connectors two composite video signals on RCA connectors and two component video signals also known as Y Pb Pr Y Cb Cr and YUV compatible with both SD and HD component on RCA connectors It scales the video embeds the audio and outputs th
8. CA connector 1 analog stereo audio on 2 RCA connectors 15 63 90kHz 50 100Hz H and V TTL separated syncs 1 2Vpp max 750 load 1 2Vpp max 75Q load 0 55Vpp constant OUTPUT RESOLUTIONS 480i 480p 720p 50Hz 1080i 60Hz 1080p 6OHz 576i 576p 720p 50Hz 1080i 50Hz 1080p 50Hz 480i 59 94Hz 480p 59 94 Hz 720p 59 94Hz 1080i 59 94Hz 1080p 59 94Hz 640x480 800x600 1024x768 1280x1024 1600x1200 1366x768 1680x1050 1920x1200 1280x800 1440x900 1400x1050 1600x900 CONTROLS CV 1 CV 2 component 1 component 2 PC 1 PC 2 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 HDMI 4 input selector buttons blank mute freeze buttons menu enter menu arrows reset to XGA 720p lock buttons RS 232 IR POWER CONSUMPTION 100 240V AC 25VA max 0 to 40 C 32 to 104 F TEMPERATURE 40 to 70 C 40 to 158 F 10 to 90 RHL non condensing 00 240V AC 25VA max 9 x 7 x 1U W D H rack mountable 2 7kg lbs approx Power cord rack ears IR remote control Specifications are subject to change without notice at http www kramerelectronics com 438 Technical Specifications 71 Input Resolutions r Y Pb Pr Resolution Refresh Rate CV Component PC HDMI Jasopisrer BE Qves BE 17 BE zeeen BE be m ves mses e moo e mereen be m e mereces be m e esere O T e 17 BE zeewo e e Hosoi ons Es Jo e m reesorae M e mereces mw e vene teverizerrses e e svae _
9. DMI 1 to 4 e BLANK MUTE and FREEZE buttons e MENU ENTER and up down left and right arrow buttons e RESET TO XGA 720p and PANEL LOCK buttons Using the OSD Menu The control buttons let you control the VP 438 via the OSD menu Press the e MENU button to enter the menu The default timeout is set to 10 seconds e ENTER button to accept changes and to change the menu settings e Arrow buttons to move through the OSD menu which is displayed on the video output On the OSD menu select EXIT to exit the menu 6 2 1 The MAIN MENU The follovving table defines the MAIN MENU features and functions Note The range and default values vary according to the input signal Mode Function CONTRAST Set the contrast BRIGHTNESS Set the brightness FINETUNE see Section 6 2 2 COLOR Set the red green and blue shades Select the size of the display FULL OVERSCAN UNDER1 UNDER2 LETTER BOX PANSCAN BEST FIT default FULL Select the source default VGA l Source input Appears as l Source input jovi Qer ese vez O ev foz fom nom OUTPUT Select the output resolution from the menu default NATIVE Appears as Output Appears as Output resolution resolution Fa 1080P59 1080p 59 94Hz 480P 480p NATIVE Selects the output resolution from the EDID of the connected HDMI monitor C oo oeme oa ooa C ooo Joti Gsore Svea 800x600 C ooo eeso Juga oare fer E E S Juesostos sr G oxen 6001200 C o oeme wea
10. KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD USER MANUAL MODEL VP 438 Presentation Switcher Scaler P N 2900 000642 Rev 5 VP 438 Quick Start Guide This guide helps you install and use your product for the first time For more detailed information go to http www kramerelectronics com support product_downloads asp to download the latest manual or scan the QR code on the left Step 1 Check what s in the box KY VP 438 Presentation A Rubber feet Switcher Scaler 1 Quick Start sheet 1 Power cord Kramer RC IR3 Infrared Remote 1 Set of rack ears Control Transmitter with batteries Step 2 Install the VP 438 Mount the VP 438 in a rack using the included rack ears or attach the rubber feet and place on a table Step 3 Connect the inputs and outputs Computer Controller RGBHV Plasma Display Display Step 4 Connect the power Connect the power cord to the VP 438 and plug it into the mains electricity Step 5 Operate the VP 438 Projector Select the input using the front panel or the remote control Toggle between Enterthe OSD Accept Reset the blank and display menu changes output resolution MUTE FREEZE KEKA E J Ti JI Ht IA WHERE ido pb sieie e Toggle between Freeze unfreeze the Navigate through Lock unlock the front Mute and the audio output image output Contents 1 Introduction 2 Getting Started 2 1 Achieving the Best Performance 2 2 Safety Instructions
11. LERLER E THE jeceseoioceceseseceoj gt 2 ETHERNET Audio INPUTS AUDIO OUTPUTS Lu J Z Br port Pe HDMI 2 HDMI 4 HDMI RS 232 Figure 2 VP 438 Presentation Switcher Scaler Rear Panel Feature Function nn Pese gt Me re E Pr Pb also known as YUV 23 AUDIO INPUTS Unbalanced Stereo AUDIO OUTPUTS RCA Connectors IR Connect to the right stereo analog audio acceptor oS 26 per 28 29 30 32 33 34 35 86 97 20 2 VIDEO INPUTS 26 S PDIF Connect to a digital audio acceptor 27 28 29 30 3 32 33 34 35 36 37 HBNC Connector V BNC Connector R BNC Connector Connect to the RGBHV video acceptor G BNC Connector B BNC Connector HDMI Connector PC 15 pin HD Connector S232 pin D sub Pon d VIDEO OUTPUTS i co Co 4 Installing in a Rack This section provides instructions for rack mounting the unit Before installing in a rack be sure that the environment is vvithin the recommended range O to 40 C 32 to 104 F 40 to 70 C 40 to 158 F 10 to 90 RHL non condensing OPERATING TEMPERATURE STORAGE TEMPERATURE 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 clo
12. R button on remote control O FREEZE button on remote Control i Param Type Function for Set N A HDMIS button on remote control N A HDMIA button on remote control ee ow owe EEE EEE EEE Der EN EEE 0 Off Function Description Comment N NR Noise Reduction 0 3 Audio delay EMBEDDED 0 2 HDMI AUDIO IN ANALOG 0 OFF FW 6 14 0 OFF 0 1 HDCP ON OUTPUT 0 Follow input 1 Follow output gt wo N gt gt wo gt gt er n o gt co oO l wo AUTOMATIC NS O WNHOIWN 1 Set 2 Get 1 Set 2 Get 1 Set 2 Get VP 438 RS 232 Communication Protocol VP A J0 Control i Param f sys Type Function for Set Function Description un Select Input Source Output Resolution 32 Communication Protoco Comment 1 CV1 2 CV2 3 COMP1 4 COMP2 5 PC1 6 PC2 7 HDMI1 8 HDMI2 9 HDMI3 10 HDMI4 Full Panscan Overscan Underscan1 Letterbox Underscan2 BEST FIT Native VGA SVGA XGA SXGA UXGA 480i 480p 720p60 1080160 1080p60 576 576p 720p50 1080150 1080p50 WXGA WSXGA WUXGA 19 1280x800 20 WXGA 1440X900 21 SXGA 1400X1050 22 1600x900 F W 1 32 23 480i59 24 480p59 25 720p59 26 1080159 27 1080p59 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Control 5 Param i pet Type Function for Set Function Description C
13. e auto sync ON OFF When ON a short period after not detecting a OFF valid video signal on the selected input the unit will disable the H and V syncs on the analog outputs until a valid input is again detected or any keypad button is pressed EXIT Select to exit the menu 6 2 2 The FINETUNE Menu The following table defines the FINETUNE menu Input Signal Parameter Function CV HUE Set the color hue COMPONENT SATURATION Set the color saturation SHARPNESS Set the sharpness of the picture NOISE REDUCTION Select the noise reduction OFF HI LOW and MID middle COLOR FILTER Set to ON to enable color filtering May improve the output image for certain graphic cards where color fringing is seen AUTO TUNE When set to ON automatically centers the picture correctly on the screen every time the input is switched to VGA or when the input resolution changes Alternatively you can auto adjust the image by pressing the ENTER button when not within the OSD menu COLOR FILTER Set to ON to enable color filtering HDMI COLOR FILTER Set to ON to enable color filtering VP 438 Controlling the VP 438 6 2 3 6 2 4 6 3 The AUDIO Menu The follovving table defines the AUDIO menu Parameter Function OUTPUT VOLUME Set the output volume from 0 to 100 e Not applicable for embedded HDMI audio inputs DELAY Select the audio delay time OFF 40ms 110ms and 150ms SOUND Select the sound options ON MUTE MUTE FOLLOWS S
14. e signal to the HDMI output as well as to a computer graphics output and an RGBHV video output with digital audio and analog stereo audio outputs The VP 438 Presentation Switcher Scaler e Is HDTV compatible and the resolution can be up or down scaled e Is HDCP compliant the HDCP High Definition Content Protection license agreement allows copy protected data on the HDMI input to pass only to the HDMI output e Output signal is available in three formats 1 HDMI and 2 RGBHV on 5 BNC connectors and one 15 pin HD connector e Has analog audio inputs which include volume control and digital S PDIF and analog stereo audio outputs e Automatically detects and selects the audio source for the HDMI input Default selection is HDMI if this is not present then the machine uses the audio from the analog input e Comes with an On Screen Display OSD for easy setup and adjustment accessible via the IR remote control and via the front panel buttons e Has anon volatile memory that retains the last settings used e Supports firmware upgrade via RS 232 3 1 Control your VP 438 e Directly via the front panel push buttons e By RS 232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system PC or other serial controller e Remotely from the infrared remote control transmitter The VP 438 is housed in a 19 1U rack mountable enclosure with rack ears included and is fed from a 100 240V AC universal switching power supply
15. elect the action that will be followed by mute INDEPENDENT FREEZE BLANK FREEZE BLANK INDEPENDENT means that the audio muting is independent of the FREEZE and BLANK functions FREEZE BLANK means that when you FREEZE or BLANK the video then the audio will be muted the MUTE function follows the FREEZE and the BLANK functions HDMI AUDIO IN Select AUTOMATIC In this case the embedded audio on the HDMI Enabled only when input is selected for an HDMI signal or the analog audio input is one of the HDMI selected if the input is not HDMI for example for a DVI input signal inputs is selected EMBEDDED In this case the embedded audio in the HDMI signal is selected or ANALOG In this case the analog audio input is selected The OSD Menu The following table defines the OSD menu Parameter Function Set the horizontal position of the OSD from 0 to 100 Set the vertical position of the OSD from 0 to 100 Set the timeout period in seconds from 5 to 100 BACKGROUND Set the OSD background between 0 solid black and 8 transparent DISPLAY Select the information shown on the screen during operation ON the information is shown permanently OFF the information is not shown INFO the information is shown for a few seconds Connecting to VP 438 via RS 232 You can connect to the VP 438 via an RS 232 connection using for example a PC Note that a null modem adapter connection is not required To connect to the VP 438 via RS
16. mitations 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 label bearing the serial number of this product has been removed or defaced ii the p
17. n eor C ooo Joti Gore wsx froeomoso C oos Jioson sonz wox 920x120 Co eoe Teose 200x000 280x000 C eos eosam wem 440x000 C os osoa exon oono Fics ros0i s0 satie 1600x000 Jreooseco OSD Set the OSD parameters H POSITION V POSITION TIMER BACKGROUND and DISPLAY see Section 6 2 4 HDCP ON INPUT Select the HDCP option for the HDMI input either ON the default or OFF Setting HDCP support to enabled ON on the HDMI input allows the source to transmit a non HDCP signal if required for example when working with a Mac computer Mode Function HDCP ON Select FOLLOW INPUT or FOLLOW OUTPUT to define whether the HDCP OUTPUT will follow the input or the output When FOLLOW INPUT is selected it changes its HDCP output setting for the HDMI output according to the HDCP of the input This option is recommended when the HDMI output is connected to a splitter switcher When FOLLOW OUTPUT is selected the scaler matches its HDCP output to the HDCP setting of the HDMI acceptor to which it is connected FACTORY Resets to the default parameters resolution is set to XGA or 720p RESET If you cannot see the display after factory reset use the front panel Res button to set the correct resolution press continuously for 2 seconds to reset to XGA or continuously for 5 seconds to reset to 720p INFORMATION Displays the source the input resolution the output resolution and the software version AUTO SYNC Turn th
18. nd Rack Adapters and GROUP 11 Sierra Products Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VP 438 Presentation Switcher Scaler which is ideal for the following typical applications e Projection systems in conference rooms boardrooms auditoriums hotels and churches production studios rental and staging e Home theater up scaling introduction 2 2 1 Getting Started VVe 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 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 e Use only good quality connection cables we recommend Kramer high performance high resolution cables to avoid interference deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching and elevated noise levels often associated with low quality cables 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 e Position your Kramer VP 438 away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust This equipment is to be used only inside a building It may only be connected to other equipment that is installed inside a building
19. o 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 whom you purchased this product or the Kramer Electronics office nearest you For a lis
20. omment Un known VGA SVGA XGA SXGA UXGA 480i 480p 720p60 9 1080160 10 1080p60 11 576i 4 Get 24 0 24 INPUT Resolution V1 41 12 576p 13 720p50 14 1080150 15 1080p50 16 WXGA 17 WSXGA 18 VVUXGA 19 1280x800 20 WXGA 1440X900 21 SXGA 1400X1050 22 1600X900 23 2048X1080150 24 2048X1080160 oONonspON O 0 Power Down 0 2 Power 1 Power On 2 Reboot 6 Set 0 Off slih oo fm Ge 6 Set 0 Off 6 Set N 0 Off 6 Set 0 Off 6 Set 0 Clear Auto Tune Auto Tune under fine tune 1 Set Auto Tune VP 438 RS 232 Communication Protocol LIMITED VVARRANTY 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 any unauthorized tampering with this product any repairs attempted by anyone unauthorized by
21. roduct 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 VVe vvelcome your questions comments and feedback Web site www kramerelectronics com KRAMER E mail info kramerel com SAFETY WARNING Disconnect the unit from the power e supply before opening and servicing P N 2900 000642 Rev 5
22. sed 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 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 In some models the front panel may feature built in rack ears Detachable rack ears can be removed for desktop use Always mo
23. t 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 indirect damages or the limitation of liability to specified amounts so the above li
24. unt 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 VP 438 Installing in a Rack 5 Connecting the VP 438 il Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your VP 438 After connecting your VP 438 connect its power and then switch on the power to each device To connect your VP 438 as illustrated in the example in Figure 3 do the following You do not have to connect all the inputs and outputs connect only those that are required 1 Connect an HDMI source for example a DVD player to each of the HDMI VIDEO INPUT connectors from 1 to 4 Alternatively you can connect the DVI connector on the DVD player to the HDMI connector on the VP 438 via a DVI HDMI adapter When using this adapter you can connect the audio signal via the terminal block connector Connect a computer graphics source to the PC 1 15 pin HD VIDEO INPUT connector Connect a composite video source for example a composite video player to both CV VIDEO INPUT RCA connectors Connect a component video source for example a component video player to the COMP 1 PR PB and Y VIDEO INPUT RCA connectors Connect the audio input signals to the AUDIO INPUT terminal block connectors as required not shown in Figure
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