USER MANUAL - Kramer Electronics
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1. DIMENSIONS RC 7LC 7 1cm x 4 4cm x 13 7cm 2 8 x 1 75 x 5 39 W D H RC 7LCE 15 1cm x 4 4cm x 8 6cm 5 94 x 1 75 x 3 39 W D H WEIGHT 0 3kg 0 67lbs approx ACCESSORIES Power supply Windows based Kramer control and configuration software OPTIONS Dual IR emitter cable single IR emitter cable IR extension cable CONFIG cable 1 To which the RC device is connected on your PC 2 Specifications are subject to change without notice 3 C A35M D9F 6 14 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED WARRANTY Kramer Electronics hereafter Kramer warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms HOW LONGIS THE WARRANTY Labor and parts are warranted for seven years from the date of the first customer purchase WHOIS 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 or on which the WARRANTY2. ON OFF PC DVD and VCR are programmed by the system integrator to perform several tasks Table 3 The Commands Configuration ON Button Macro Sequence a gt ON OFF VOLUME CONFIG 1 2 3 KRAMER RC 7LC 1 Power up the projector 2 Power up the DVD 3 Power up the VCR 4 Roll down the projector screen Brief delay for the projector to heat up Turn the lights off The projector selects the PC input OFF Button Macro Sequence 1 Turn the lights on 2 Power down the projector 3 Stop the DVD 4 Power down the DVD Stop the VCR Power down the VCR Roll up the projector screen DVD Button Macro Sequence 1 Stop the VCR Play the DVD 2 The projector selects the DVD input VCR Button Macro Sequence 1 Stop the DVD Play the VCR 2 The projector selects the VCR input PC Button Macro Sequence 1 Stop the DVD 2 Stop the VCR The projector selects the PC input 5 2 Using the Macro Buttons Pressing any button initiates a macro sequence during which the button blinks as programmed by the system integrator If during the macro sequence the button blinks faster than usual this indicates that a malfunction has been detected and the RC 7B RC 7BE exits the macro sequence To solve the problem summon technical help If you want to st
3. RC 7LCE This section defines the e Front panel of the RC 7LC see section 4 1 e Front panel of the RC 7LCE see section 4 2 e Side panel of the RC 7LC and RC 7LCE see section 4 3 4 1 Defining the RC 7LC Front Panel Figure 1 and Table 2 define the RC 7LC front panel Table 1 RC 7LC Front Panel Feature Function 1 Configurable Macro Buttons for Control Buttons 2 controlling the room and the A V equipment 2 Mounting holes 2 For fastening the controller in place 3 Faceplate For attaching the Attachment Holes faceplate to the 2 controller 4 CONFIG Por Used for Windows based configuration software driver downloads firmware updates and so on Sant 5 SIGNAL SOURCES Select the input Buttons source from 1 to 3 commands for the IR learner feature L L 6 IR IN Receiver Accepts IR remote 4 KRAMER 7 VOLUME Control Rotate to remotely Knob adjust the volume on the power amplifier Figure 1 RC 7LC Front Panel 1 These screws should not be removed during or after mounting 2 Via the front panel without having to remove the RC 7LC from its mounting 3 Letting you configure the RC 7LC directly from the remote transmitter without the need for software 4 In a clockwise direction to increase the volume in a counter clockwise direction to decrease the volume 4 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Your RC 7LC RC 7LCE 4
4. 2 Defining the RC 7LCE Front Panel Figure 2 and Table 2 define the RC 7LCE front panel a 2 OOOO KRAMER RC 7LCE Figure 2 RC 7LCE Front Panel Table 2 RC 7LCE Front Panel Feature Function 1 Mounting holes 4 For fastening the controller in place 2 Configurable Control Buttons 2 Macro Buttons for controlling the room and the A V equipment 3 Faceplate Attachment Holes 2 For attaching the faceplate to the controller 4 VOLUME Control Knob Rotate to remotely adjust the volume on the power amplifier 5 CONFIG Port Used for Windows based configuration software driver downloads firmware updates and so on 6 IR IN Receiver Accepts IR remote commands for the IR learner feature 7 SIGNAL SOURCES Buttons Select the input source from 1 to 3 1 These screws should not be removed during or after mounting 2 In a clockwise direction to increase the volume in a counter clockwise direction to decrease the volume 3 Via the front panel without having to remove the RC 7LCE from its mounting 4 Letting you configure the RC 7LCE directly from the remote transmitter without the need for software Your RC 7LC RC 7LCE 4 3 Defining the RC 7LC RC 7LCE Side Panel Figure 3 illustrates an enlarged view of the side panel of the RC 7LC and RC 7LCE GND Vol Level NU V I10V PROGRAM A FACTORY RS 485 RELAYS RELAYS DEFAULT Term oe Group B R IR ou
5. Part 1 Residential commercial and light industry environment CFR 47 FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15 Radio frequency devices Subpart B Unintentional radiators CAUTION E 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 equipment Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components FCC and CE approved using STP cable for twisted pair products 15 For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit our Web site 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 9001 O lt Q NY lt a Institute of Quality amp Control Kramer Electronics Ltd Web site www kramerelectronics com E mail info kramerel com P N 2900 000252 REV 2
6. VOID IF TAMPERED sticker has been torn reattached removed or otherwise interfered with 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 product 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 FORAND WHAT WE WILLNOT 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 1 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
7. 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 the repair or replacement of the product at our option Kramer shall not be liable for 1 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
8. lt lt Figure 5 RC 7LCE Front Perspective Configuration 1 From this section on all the information is relevant to both the RC 7LCE and the RC 7LC unless noted otherwise 8 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Using Your Media Room Controller The example in Figure 6 shows a rear view perspective of a typical RC 7LCE configuration It connects to the power amplifier directly and to the projector via RS 232 as well as to two relay items a screen and a lighting system Each source the PC DVD and VCR connects to the dedicated video and audio inputs of the projector and the projector connects to the power amplifier Volume Control Amplifier gt gt WC System Projector Figure 6 RC 7LCE Rear Perspective Configuration Figure 7 shows the RC 7LCE built into a podium in an auditorium with an overhead projector and screen speakers lights and a cabinet with a VCR a DVD and an amplifier inside all controlled via the RC 7LCE The presenter s laptop is located on the podium next to the RC 7LCE It is also controlled by the RC 7LCE and is used for presentations and slide shows 9 Using Your Media Room Controller Figure 7 Example of a Typical Setup in the Lecture Auditorium 10 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Using Your Media Room Controller 5 1 Operating the RC 7LC RC 7LCE In the example defined in Table 3 the buttons
9. 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 Kramer RC 7LC RC 7LCE media room controller which is designed to let an instructor enter a multimedia classroom and operate an A V system with ease The package includes the following items RC 7LC or RC 7LCE This user manual Power supply Control and configuration software This user manual is written for the end user and is applicable once the unit is installed and configured Refer to the separate online RC Configuration and Installation guide for details of how to install and configure the Universal Room Media Room Controller 1 GROUP 1 Distribution Amplifiers GROUP 2 Switchers and Matrix Switchers 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 Download up to date Kramer user manuals from the Internet at this URL http www kramerelectronics com 3 In
10. Kramer Electronics Ltd USER MANUAL Models RC 7LC Media Room Controller RC 7LCE Media Room Controller Contents Contents 1 Introduction 2 Getting Started 3 Overview 4 Your RC 7LC RC 7LCE 4 1 Defining the RC 7LC Front Panel 4 2 Defining the RC 7LCE Front Panel 4 3 Defining the RC 7LC RC 7LCE Side Panel 5 Using Your Media Room Controller 5 1 Operating the RC 7LC RC 7LCE D2 Using the Macro Buttons 5 3 An Example of Operating the RC 7LC RC 7LCE 6 Flash Memory Upgrade 6 1 Downloading from the Internet 6 2 Connecting the PC to the RS 232 Port 6 3 Upgrading Firmware 7 Technical Specifications Figures Figure 1 RC 7LC Front Panel Figure 2 RC 7LCE Front Panel Figure 3 Side Panel of the RC 7LC and RC 7LCE Enlarged View Figure 4 Side Panel of the RC 7LC and RC 7LCE Figure 5 RC 7LCE Front Perspective Configuration Figure 6 RC 7LCE Rear Perspective Configuration Figure 7 Example of a Typical Setup in the Lecture Auditorium Figure 8 RC 7LC RC 7LCE Operation Example Figure 9 The KFR Programmer Window Tables Table 1 RC 7LC Front Panel Table 2 RC 7LCE Front Panel Table 3 The Commands Configuration Table 4 Technical Specifications of the RC 7LC RC 7LCE Aunt sk VK NY e 11 12 12 13 13 13 14 COMANDNSA 12 13 11 14 Introduction Introduction Welcome to Kramer Electronics Since 1981 Kramer Electronics has been providing a world of
11. W ovm S 2 4 RS 485 R82 232 Hl De Noia S AONO B A ROTZ amp RKI TXI 5 IN ISISISISISISISISISISISISISISISISISIISIS a ee ee ee ee ee ee OMMON COMMON GND Figure 3 Side Panel of the RC 7LC and RC 7LCE Enlarged View Figure 4 defines the side panel of the RC 7LC and RC 7LCE For an explanation of how to install and configure refer to the chapter entitled Installation of the RC System in the online RC Configuration and Installation guide 1 Download it from http www kramerelectronics com 6 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Your RC 7LC RC 7LCE GND Vol Level V 10V Connect this 3 PIN volume control connector to an optional amplifier You w then be able to use the FACTORY DEFAULT o revert to the factory default settings including all the configured buttons press and hold the FACTORY DEFAULT button while connecting the power VOLUME knob to alter the volume on via the amplifier Connect each relay to a the display device room item such as lighting screen settings blinds and 30 on N O is normally open RELAYS Group B RELAYS Group A 3 4 N O NO 1 2 N O N O T rey ra cno Voleva vanav Reay 122 a NONO S na na 3 v daraj soei O EENE pees rsa 2 e a mana 8 mim eleleielele sleisiei
12. absorbing the IR commands from different remote transmitters e A rotary volume control knob for convenient remote volume control of a power amplifier supporting 10K volume control In addition the RC 7LC RC 7LCE includes e Two IR ports e Two RS 232 serial ports for universal display e AnRS 485 serial port e Four relays for the simplified and centralized control of room functions such as lighting closing blinds projector lift and so on e Control via the front panel buttons 1 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 2 C A35M D9F 6 3 To be configured by the system integrator only KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Overview To achieve the best performance e Connect 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 Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances and position the RC 7LC RC 7LCE away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust No operator serviceable parts inside unit Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall adapter that is provided with this unit Disconnect power and unplug unit from wall before installing or removing device or servicing unit 1 For example model number AD2512C part number 2535 000251 3 Your RC 7LC RC 7LCE 4 Your RC 7LC
13. cable via Null modem adapter and a 9 wire flat cable to the RS 232 9 pin D sub COM port on your PC 2 Set the PROGRAM switch to ON 3 Connect the power on your machine 6 3 Upgrading Firmware Follow these steps to upgrade the firmware 1 Double click the KFR Programmer desktop icon The KFR Programmer window appears T KFR Programmer 10 xj COM PORT C COM1 C COM2 Send C COM3 C COM 4 File Stop elel m Figure 9 The KFR Programmer Window 1 File names are liable to change from time to time 2 C A35M D9F 6 13 Technical Specifications eon nwFYwN Select the required COM Port Click the File button to select the s 9 firmware file included in the package Click the Send button to download the file The Send button lights red Wait until downloading is completed and the red Send button turns off Disconnect the power on the RC device Set the PROGRAM switch to OFF Connect the power on the RC device Technical Specifications Table 4 defines the technical specifications Table 4 Technical Specifications of the RC 7LC RC 7LCE PORTS 2 bi directional RS 232 on terminal block connectors 1 RS 485 on a terminal block connector Config jack connector for RS 232 configuration and control OUTPUTS 4 relays on terminal block connectors 36V AC or DC 2A 60VAC maximum on non inductive load 2 IR emitters on terminal block connectors POWER SOURCE 12V DC 155mA
14. cluding the hardware installation connecting the inputs and the display and configuration via the Windows based software and or the IR learner 4 By authorized Kramer technical personnel or by an external system integrator refer to the separate online guide 5 That provides information about how to set up the system This online guide may well be updated on a regular basis For the latest online guide go to http www kramerelectronics com Getting Started Getting Started We recommend that you e Review the contents of this user manual e Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables A special CONFIG cable is required to configure and perform firmware upgrades to the machine Overview The RC 7LC RC 7LCE is a highly versatile controller interface panel for the control of A V equipment in any multimedia room especially the control of a projector or other display device via RS 232 and or IR emitter cable The RC 7LC RC 7LCE is 12V DC fed The RC 7LC is a one gang wall plate The RC 7LCE is two gang wall plate intended for the European market In particular the RC 7LC RC 7LCE features e Two configurable backlit control buttons and three signal source buttons each of which can be programmed to carry out up to four macros with 15 commands each e A3 5mm jack on the front panel for configuration e An IR learner on the front panel for the customized control of external sources
15. ctor and show the video film Select the PC input on the projector and show the last few slides of the presentation Turn on the lights power down the projector the amplifier DVD player video player and roll up the projector screen Figure 8 RC 7LC RC 7LCE Operation Example 6 Flash Memory Upgrade The RC 7LC device firmware is located in FLASH memory which lets you upgrade to the latest Kramer firmware version in minutes The process involves e Downloading the upgrade package from the Internet e Connecting the PC to the RS 232 port e Upgrading the firmware 1 This procedure applies also to the RC 7LCE 12 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Flash Memory Upgrade 6 1 Downloading from the Internet You can download the up to date file from the Internet To do so 1 Go to our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com and download the file SetKFRXXX xx zip from the technical support section 2 Extract the file SetKFRXXX xx zip package which includes the KFR Programmer application setup the s 9 firmware file and the Web Applet dat file to a folder for example C Program Files KFR Upgrade 3 Install the KFR Programmer Application 6 2 Connecting the PC to the RS 232 Port Before installing the latest Kramer Ethernet firmware version on the RC 7LC do the following 1 Connect the special CONFIG cable to the CONFIG port on the RC 7LC device and then connect the special CONFIG
16. op a macro sequence press and hold that button for 5 seconds The sequence will come to an end You can resume operation by pressing any of the buttons The unit will carry out the macro sequence commands from the beginning 1 A macro sequence including up to 15 commands per button carried out in sequence with one press of a button 2 The macro sequence can be carried out instantly or can take a while depending on the delay times included in the sequence 3 Six times per second as compared with twice per second during normal operation 4 For example when pressing ON to power up the projector while the projector is still in the power down process 5 Including the button you kept pressed to stop the macro sequence 11 Flash Memory Upgrade 5 3 An Example of Operating the RC 7LC RC 7LCE Figure 8 shows an example of how to operate the RC 7LC RC 7LCE Operating Example The lecture includes an introduction a slide show presentation via the laptop a DVD program more slides a video film and some final slides to conclude the lecture Following the introduction the presenter presses the buttons in the following sequence Turn on the projector DVD player video player roll down the projector screen turn off the lights and start the slide show via the laptop Select the DVD input on the projector and play the DVD Select the PC input on the projector and resume the slide show Select the VCR input on the proje
17. sicists Switch the PROGRAM Switch to OFF for normal operation to ON for firmware upgrade JA PROGRAM RS 485 Switch the Tem 25 485 Term Switch O O O 0O O Connect the Co R9 485 terminal block connector to the RS 485 port ona switcher or con ect the RS 232 terminal block ector 1 and 2 to the RS 232 port he A V ipment ora PC ther Serial troller RS 232 Qa RX2 TX2 amp RX1 TX1 O OO O O Connect IR emitters to control equipment via IR IR OUT2 IR OUT1 to ON for RS 485 line termination Connect the 12V DC IN and the GND pins to the external 12V DC power supply taking care that the polarity is correct 12V DC IN Figure 4 Side Panel of the RC 7LC and RC 7LCE Using Your Media Room Controller 5 Using Your Media Room Controller The example in Figure 5 shows a front view perspective of a typical RC 7LCE configuration It connects to an amplifier letting you set the volume directly from the RC 7LCE and to the projector via IR or RS 232 DVD Player s Video with Audio Laptop Computer Graphics Source with Audio Cable Video Player Power Amplifier be
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