USER MANUAL - Kramer Electronics
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1. Save the current configuration Connects to and disconnects from the device see C t solida Section 7 1 3 Press Take to enable multiple off line changes to be made Take Press Update to implement the changes see Section 7 1 7 Update Set the screen to display the quad 4 window configuration Set the screen to display the single window configuration an Connecting to the Device To connect to the device l Click the Connect button The window shown in Figure 10 appears Connection Method x O Ethernet P 192 168 001 039 Port 50000 O Serial COMI en E PA O usB NO USB DEVICES Refresh Ports Connect Cancel Figure 10 Connect Window 15 Operating the PIP 4 Remotely 2 Select the required method of connection option button e For Ethernet enter the IP address and Port number of the device To set the default IP address and Port number press the Default button e Fora serial connection select the required Com port from the drop down list e Fora USB connection select the required USB device from the drop down menu If necessary click Refresh Ports to update the USB port list 3 Click Connect If the connection is successful the main window shown in Figure 8 appears If the connection is not successful a Timeout error message appears 7 1 4 Windows Position The windows can be manually manipulated in size and position IM PIP4 Controller2. File Device Display Setup About DO Be Status Online Figure 11 Window Manipulation To change the size of a window e Click hold and drag the required window handle at the right hand side bottom or bottom right hand corner of the window To change the position of a window e Click hold and drag anywhere in the window 1 At the time of printing this option is not available 16 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating the PIP 4 Remotely 7 1 5 Connection Status The connection status can be one of the following states e Online the device is connected and being updated in real time by the software e Online in take mode not updating device the device is connected but changes are only implemented when the Update button is pressed e Offline in Take mode e Offline the device is not connected Changing the Layer Order You can change the order in which the windows are arranged simply by clicking on a window to raise it to the top Implementing Multiple Actions At Once To implement multiple actions at once 1 Press the Take button to put the device in off line mode The button changes to the Update button and the device is in off line mode 2 Perform the required actions such as switching and layer order changes 3 Press the Update button The button changes to the Take button and all changes are implemented Changing the Video Characteristics of a Channel To change the video c
3. are displayed Release the Reset button The parameters are reset to factory default values 19 Technical Specifications 9 Technical Specifications Table 9 lists the technical specifications of the PIP 4 4 input Picture in Picture Inserter Table 9 Technical Specifications of the PIP 4 4 input Picture in Picture Inserter 1 composite video 1Vpp 75Q on a BNC connector CONTROL Front panel OSD RS 232 and Ethernet POWER SOURCE 5V DC 450mA TEMPERATURE 45 to 72 C 49 to 162 F 21 5cm x 17 7cm x 4 4cm 8 5 x 7 x 1 7 W D H 0 8kg 1 76lbs approx 10 Default Communication Parameters Table 10 Default Communication Parameters Protocol 3000 Default Baud Rate 115 200 Data Bits 8 Stop Bits 1 Parity None Command Format ASCII Example Output 1 to Input 1 AV 1 gt 1 lt CR gt Ethernet Default Settings Reset Settings IP Address 192 168 1 39 Power cycle the unit while holding in the Factory Reset Subnet Mask button located on the rear panel of the unit Gateway TCP Port 5000 UDP Port 50000 1 Measurements relate to composite video unless otherwise stated 2 Specifications are subject to change without notice 20 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Communication Protocol 3000 11 Communication Protocol 3000 The Protocol 3000 is an RS 232 Ethernet communication protocol that enables you to control the device from a
4. inp_num lt CR gt Quad Full QUAD lt CR gt WIN lt CR gt Set Get window source SRC VID win_nun1 in_num lt CR gt Set Get Vertical Mirror Status SRC VMIR win_nunr status lt CR gt status 1 ON 0 OFF Horizontal Mirror Status Freeze status SRC YMIR win_numl lt cR gt ES SRC HMIR win_num statug lt CR gt status 1 ON 0 OFF SRC HMIR win_num lt CR gt SRC FREEZE win_nun status lt CR gt status 1 ON 0 OFF SRC FREEZE win_num lt CR gt SRC BLANK win_nun status lt CR gt status 1 ON 0 OFF SRC BLANK win_nurj lt CR gt Set Get Normal Overscan mode MODE mode lt CR gt mode 0 normal 1 overscan MODE lt CR gt Zoom On Off HZOOM zoom_model X Y lt CR gt zoom_mode 1 ON 0 OFF X horizontal left Y vertical top Command Syntax Set coordinates for window 2 Top left 60 0 and bottom right 150 80 CRDT 2 60 0 150 80 Set brightness of input 3 to 140 HBRIGHTNESS 3 140 Get contrast for input 4 CONTRAST 4 Response Contrast of input 4 is 125 CONTRAST 4 125 Freeze window 2 SRC FREEZE 2 1 Preset commands Response Store current HPRST STO PRES PRST STO PRESET RESULT CRLF connections to preset Short form PSTO PRES Recall saved preset PRST RCL PRES PRST RCL PRESET RESULT CRLF Short form PRCL PRESE Delete saved preset PRST DEL PRESE PRST DEL PRESET7 RESUL7 CRLF Short form PDEL PRESE Co
5. 2 Right click to display the OSD 3 Use the mouse to navigate to Utility gt Brightness 4 Left click on Brightness The Brightness parameter setting 1s displayed 5 Modify the setting to the required value using the Brightness left and right arrows 6 Click on the X to close the OSD Example To vertically mirror the Input 3 pane Right click to display the OSD Use the mouse to navigate to Display gt Source Click on the Source Video right arrow to select Input 3 Click Mirror V Click on the X to close the OSD An en 12 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating the PIP 4 Remotely 7 Operating the PIP 4 Remotely You can operate your PIP 4 remotely via the following e IR remote controller e Ethernet over a LAN e RS 232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system PC or other serial controller 7 1 Operating the PIP 4 Using the PIP 4 Controller Software The PIP 4 Control application is used to control the device via either RS 232 or Ethernet For details regarding connecting to the Ethernet port on the PIP 4 see Section 5 2 The Controller software requires the following e Windows XP Vista or Windows 7 e Microsoft Net Framework version 3 5 To install the Controller software download the software and run the setup file After installation running the Controller software for the first time displays a window similar to that shown in Figure 8 Status Online Figure 8
6. PIP 4 Controller Software Main Window 1 Download the application from http www kramerelectronics com 13 Operating the PIP 4 Remotely Table 6 PIP 4 Controller Software Features Feature Function 1 Status Indicator Indicates whether the controller software is online online in Take mode offline or offline in Take mode 2 Menu Bar Operate and configure the device using the Menu Bar options see Section 7 1 1 3 Operate and configure the device using the quick access toolbar Aue buttons see Section 7 1 2 4 Window Position Modify window size and position by dragging and dropping individual windows see Section 7 1 4 Note Unless the device is in off line mode set by pressing the Take button when a change is made on the device for example a different output is selected the change is reflected almost immediately in the main window of the Controller Software Similarly if a change is made in the Controller Software the change is reflected almost immediately on the device 7 1 1 The Menu Bar The menu bar options are shown in Table 7 Table 7 Menu Bar Options Menu Bar Options Sub Menu Description FILE Open Open an existing configuration Save Save the current configuration Exit Exit the PIP 4 Controller software DEVICE Connect Disconnect Connect or disconnect to the device see Section 7 1 3 Take Update Press Take to put the device in off line mode Press U
7. can e Position sources on the screen as desired and select their size dynamically using a mouse or by selection from a list e Freeze the output e Output video as both s Video and composite signals In addition the PIP 4 e Includes 10 bit video A D and D A converters throughout the unit ensuring the highest quality video e Can be operated locally via The front panel buttons A user friendly OSD On Screen Display menu e Can be operated remotely via an IR remote controller RS 232 and Ethernet e Is rugged and dependable 3 1 Recommendations for best performance 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 your PIP 4 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 the unit WELCH Disconnect power and unplug unit from wall before installing or removing the device or servicing unit 1 Provided the last setting was valid for at least 30 seconds before switching the machine off 2 The complete list of Kramer cables is available from http www kramerelectronics com 3 Defining the PIP 4 4 input Picture in Picture Inserter 4 Defining th
8. chars 24 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Communication Protocol 3000 Identification commands Machine factory name Model name last 4 digits from serial number Network settings commands Set IP Address NET IP P_ADDRES NET IP P_ADDRESS RESUL7 CRLF NTIP Read IP Address NET IP NET IP P_ADDRESS CRLF NTIP Read MAC Address NET MAC NET MAC MAC_ADDRESS CRLF CRLF NTMC Set subnet mask NET MASK SUBNET_MAS NET MASK SUBNET_MASK RESUL T CRLF NTMSK Read subnet mask NET MASK NET MASK SUBNET_MASK CRLF NTMSK Set gateway address NET GATE GATEWAY ADDRES NET GATE GATEWAY_ADDRESS RESUL NTGT Read subnet mask NET GATE NET GATE GATEWAY ADDRESS CRLF NTGT Set DHCP mode NET DHCP NET DHCP DHCP_MODE CRLF NTDH Read subnet mask NET DHCP NET DHCP CRLF NTDH DHCP_MODE 0 Don t use DHCP Use IP set by factory or IP set command 1 Try to use DHCP if unavailable use IP as above Change protocol ETH PORT ETH PORT PROTOCOL PORT ethernet port ETHP CRLF Read protocol ethernet ETH PORT ETH PORT PROTOCOL RLF port HETHP PROTOCOL TCP UDP transport layer protocol ethernet port to enter protocol 3000 commands 1 65535 User defined port 0 reset port to factory default 50000 for UDP 5000 for TCP 25 LIMITED WARRANTY We warrantthis product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following ter
9. entered just one time in the string beginning and at the end All the commands in string will not execute until the closing char will be entered Separate response will be sent for every command in the chain Input string max length 64 characters Backward support Design note transparent supporting for protocol 2000 will be implemented by switch protocol command from protocol 3000 to protocol 2000 in protocol 2000 there is already such a command to switch protocol to ASCII protocol 56 H38 H80 H83 H81 Table 11 Instruction Codes for Protocol 3000 A Syntax Help commands Syntax Protocol Handshaking HCR OKICRLF Device initiated messages Start message Protocol Start Set Get coordinate CRDT win_num x0 y0 x1 y1 lt CR gt win_num 1 4 x0 y0 top left coordinate x1 y1 bottom right coordinate CRDT win_num lt CR gt x0 x1 lt 180 y0 y1 lt 144 for PAL yO y1 lt 120 for NTSC win_num 1 4 or O for output window 22 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Communication Protocol 3000 Set Get Brightness Contrast BRIGHTNESS inp_num vol lt CR gt vol 1 255 Sharpness Hue Color BRIGHTNESS inp_num lt CR gt CONTRAST ino_num vol lt CR gt vol 1 255 CONTRAST inp_num lt CR gt SHARPNESS inp_num vok lt CR gt vol 0 15 SHARPNESS ino_num lt CR gt HHUE linp_num vol lt CR gt vol 1 255 HUE linp_num lt CR gt COLOR inp_num vok lt CR gt vol 1 255 COLOR
10. Kramer Electronics Ltd USER MANUAL Model PIP 4 4 input Picture in Picture Inserter Contents Contents 1 Introduction 2 Getting Started 2 1 Quick Start 3 Overview 3 1 Recommendations for best performance 4 Defining the PIP 4 4 input Picture in Picture Inserter 5 Connecting the PIP 4 4 input Picture in Picture Inserter 5 1 Comnecting a PC to the PIP 4 via RS 232 for Remote Operation 5 2 Connecting a PC to the PIP 4 via Ethernet for Remote Operation 5 2 1 Connecting the Ethernet Port Directly to a PC 5 2 2 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub 6 Operating the PIP 4 Locally 6 1 Operating the PIP 4 Using the Front Panel Buttons 6 1 1 Manipulating Video Panes 6 1 2 Navigating the OSD Menu 6 2 The OSD Menu 6 2 1 Display Submenu 6 2 2 Utility Submenu 6 3 Operating the PIP 4 Using the Mouse 7 Operating the PIP 4 Remotely 7 1 Operating the PIP 4 Using the PIP 4 Controller Software 7 1 1 The Menu Bar 7 1 2 The Quick Access Toolbar 7 1 3 Connecting to the Device 7 1 4 Windows Position 7 1 5 Connection Status 7 1 6 Changing the Layer Order 7 1 7 Implementing Multiple Actions At Once 7 1 8 Changing the Video Characteristics of a Channel 7 1 9 Upgrading the Firmware 7 1 10 Displaying the Device Details 7 1 11 Setting the IP Network Parameters 7 1 12 Displaying the PIP 4 Software Version Number 8 Resetting the PIP 4 Parameters to Factory Defaults 9 Technical Specifications 10 Default Commu
11. 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 000653 REV 2
12. able 4 defines the Display submenu features Table 4 The Display Submenu Options Item Parameter Values Full Quad Not applicable Full Quad Source Window 0 3 Source video 0 3 Mirror V On Off Mirror H On Off Freeze On Off Blank On Off Zoom Not applicable On Off Overscan Normal Not applicable Overscan Normal 6 2 2 Utility Submenu Table 5 defines the utility submenu Table 5 The Utility Submenu Options Item Parameter Values Brightness Channel 14 Brightness 1 255 Contrast Channel 14 Contrast 1 255 Sharpness Channel 14 Sharpness 0 15 11 Operating the PIP 4 Locally 6 3 Item Parameter Values Hue Channel 14 Hue 1 255 Color Channel 14 Color 1 255 Operating the PIP 4 Using the Mouse The mouse control operates in the following manner e Left click on a pane to select it e Click and hold within a pane and drag to move it e Click and hold on the border of a pan and drag to change the size and aspect ratio of the pane Dragging the border of a pane over the opposite border of the pane flips the pane over mirrors the pane e Right click anywhere to display the OSD Menu Inthe OSD Menu left click to navigate the OSD and modify parameters Note If there is no mouse activity for 20 seconds the OSD closes automatically Example To change the brightness of Input 2 1 Left click on the input 2 pane
13. ayer Computer Figure 3 Connecting the PIP 4 4 input Picture in Picture Inserter 1 Switch off the power on each device before connecting it to your PIP 4 After connecting your PIP 4 switch on its power and then switch on the power to each device 2 The device supports up to 4 simultaneous inputs 3 You do not have to connect both outputs 4 The device can also be operated remotely via the RS 232 port KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting the PIP 4 4 input Picture in Picture Inserter 9 1 9 2 9 2 1 Connecting a PC to the PIP 4 via RS 232 for Remote Operation You can connect to the PIP 4 via an RS 232 connection using for example a PC Note that a null modem adapter connection is not required To connect to the PIP 4 via RS 232 e Connect the RS 232 9 pin D sub rear panel port on the PIP 4 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 Connecting a PC to the PIP 4 via Ethernet for Remote Operation You can connect to the PIP 4 via Ethernet using either of the following methods e Direct connection to the PC using a crossover cable see Section 5 2 1 e Connection via a network hub switch or router using a straight through cable see Section 5 2 2 Connecting the Ethernet Port Directly to a PC You can connect the Ethernet port of the PIP 4 to the Ethernet port on your PC via a crossover cable w
14. e PIP 4 4 input Picture in Picture Inserter Figure 1 and Table 1 define the front panel of the PIP 4 4 input Picture in Picture Inserter 0O Y 0000 Q um a 43 MENU MOVE SIZE QUAD POWER IN3 IN 4 ENTER Esc DISTORT FULL o 4 input Picture in Picture Inserter 3 49 45 9 417 Figure 1 PIP 4 Front Panel Table 1 PIP 4 Front Panel Features Feature Function 1 RLED Lights yellow when the unit receives IR signals 2 IR Sensor IR signal receiver 3 POWER LED Lights green when the unit is powered on 4 IN1 Press to select input 1 IN 2 Input Selector Press to select input 2 IN 3 Buttons Press to select input 3 IN 4 Press to select input 4 5 W Button In MOVE mode moves the selected pane down In SIZE mode shrinks the selected pane In DISTORT mode moves the bottom of the pane down In the OSD menu moves the cursor down one option 6 Button In MOVE mode moves the selected pane left When in SIZE mode shrinks the selected pane In DISTORT mode moves the right hand side of the selected pane to the left Navigation In the OSD menu moves the cursor to the left 7 A Button Buttons In MOVE mode moves the selected pane up In SIZE mode expands the selected pane In DISTORT mode moves the bottom of the pane up In the OSD menu moves the cursor up one option 8 Button In MOVE mode moves the selected pane right When in SIZE mode expands the s
15. ed 2 1 Quick Start The following quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps for the PIP 4 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 5 Connect the inputs Connect the outputs Optional Connect a PC via Ethernet RS 232 for remote operation Composite Video Player A A A a ax at A a Aa A A sa a A A A A An a m a A x s Video Composite Composite Display Video Display Video Player Computer DRS SS gt Step 3 Turn the power on Step 4 Operate the unit see Section 6 Select an INPUT Manipulate the input appearance using the buttons or mouse O Freeze the output image Enter the OSD menu using buttons or mouse ENTER the highlighted item confirm an action Use the Navigation buttons Freeze the output image ESC from the menu stop a command pi KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Overview 3 Overview The high performance Kramer desktop PIP 4 is a picture in picture inserter for composite video signals The PIP 4 features e A multi standard picture in picture video inserter that accepts up to four composite video sources and displays them all on the same screen simultaneously e s Video and composite video outputs e Non volatile memory that retains the last setting With the PIP 4 you
16. elected pane In DISTORT mode moves the right hand side of the selected pane to the right In the OSD menu moves the cursor to the right 9 MENU Button Press to display the OSD menu Press again to exit the OSD menu 10 MOVE Button Moves the active pane Press to enter the MOVE mode followed by one of the arrow buttons 11 SIZE Button Resizes the active pane while retaining the aspect ratio Press to enter the SIZE mode followed by one of the arrow buttons 12 QUAD Button Press to display all 4 inputs in equally sized panes KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Defining the PIP 4 4 input Picture in Picture Inserter Feature Function 13 ENTER Button When in the OSD menu press to select the current option or to confirm an action 14 ESC Button Exits the OSD Menu 15 DISTORT Button Distorts the active pane by changing the aspect ratio Press to enter the DISTORT mode followed by one of the arrow buttons 16 FULL Button Expands the active pane to full screen 17 MOUSE USB Connector Connect USB PS 2 mouse for operating the OSD menu Figure 2 and Table 2 define the rear panel of the PIP 4 4 input Picture in Picture Inserter Figure 2 PIP 4 Rear Panel Table 2 PIP 4 Rear Panel Features Feature Function 18 IN1 Connect to composite video source 1 IN2 Composite Video BNC Input Connect to compo
17. haracteristics of a channel 1 Click Setup gt Effects The Display Effects window appears as shown in Figure 12 li Display Effects Select Channel 11 Brightness J 23 Contrast 9 100 Sharpness 3 1 Hue 128 Color y 128 Close Figure 12 Windows Setup Window 17 Operating the PIP 4 Remotely 2 Click and hold on the slider dragging 1t to modify the required characteristic For fine control of the slider use the arrow buttons on your keyboard 3 Click Close The channel video characteristic is changed 7 1 9 Upgrading the Firmware To upgrade the firmware 1 Download the latest firmware file from http www kramerelectronics com 2 Click Device gt Firmware Upgrade 3 Browse to the firmware file that you downloaded 4 Click Open The current firmware version 1s checked and if this is older than the downloaded firmware the downloaded firmware is installed Note Do not interrupt the uploading process or the device may be damaged 5 Ignore the reset message and when the process is complete reset the device by disconnecting the power and then reconnecting it 7 1 10 Displaying the Device Details To display the device details 1 Click Device gt Device Details The device details are displayed such as model and serial number as shown in Figure 13 i Device Details x A Unit Info Model Unit Name KRAMER_0000 Set Value Unit Version Serial Nu
18. ith RJ 45 connectors This type of connection is recommended for identifying the PIP 4 with the factory configured default IP address To connect directly to your PC and to configure it Using a crossover cable connect the unit directly to your PC Right click the My Network Places icon on your desktop Select Properties Right click Local Area Connection Properties Select Properties The Local Area Connection Properties window appears 6 Select the Internet Protocol TCP IP and click the Properties Button see Figure 4 oe ok Connecting the PIP 4 4 input Picture in Picture Inserter Local Area Connection Properties General Advanced Connect using E Intel R PRO 100 VE Network Conne This connection uses the following items Y E Client for Microsoft Networks Y a File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks Y Soos Packet Scheduler Y Internet Protocol TCP IP Description Transmission Control Protocol Internet Protocol The default wide area network protocol that provides communication across diverse interconnected networks Show icon in notification area when connected Notify me when this connection has limited or no connectivity Figure 4 Local Area Connection Properties Window 7 Select Use the following IP Address and fill in the details as shown in Figure 5 8 Click OK Internet Protocol TCP IP Pro
19. mber Connectiyity Ip Address 192 168 001 039 Set Value Mac Address Close Figure 13 Device Details 18 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Resetting the PIP 4 Parameters to Factory Defaults 7 1 11 Setting the IP Network Parameters To set the IP network parameters 1 Click Device gt Device Details 2 Under Connectivity edit the required parameter s 3 Click Set Value A confirmation message appears 4 Click OK The parameter is set 5 Reboot the device 7 1 12 Displaying the PIP 4 Software Version Number To display the PIP 4 Software version number 1 From the Menu bar click About The About PIP 4 Controller window appears as shown in Figure 14 x About PIP4 Controller VERSION 1 0 0 20 04 12 2011 KRAMER ELECTRONICS Ltd 3 Am Veolamo St Jerusalem Israel 95463 Tel 972 2 6544000 Fax 972 2 6535369 E mail info kramerel com Web www kramerelectronics com 2011 Kramer Electronics Ltd all rights reserved OK Figure 14 About PIP 4 Controller Window 2 Click OK to close the window 8 Resetting the PIP 4 Parameters to Factory Defaults For a list of the factory default parameters see Section 10 To reset all parameters to factory default values 1 Disconnect the power from the device 2 Press and hold the Reset button on the rear panel of the unit 3 While holding the Reset button reconnect the power to the device 4 Wait until the video pane s
20. mmunication Protocol 3000 Preset commands Read saved presets list PRST LST PRST LST PRESET PRESET CRLF Short form PLST Parameters Description Preset number 1 10 OUT Output in preset to show for for all Store current Audio amp Video PRST STR 5 CR PRST STR 5 OK CRLF connections to preset 5 Recall Audio amp Video connections PRCL 3 CR PRST RCL 3 OK CRLF from preset 3 Machine info commands Time settings commands require admin authorization Read inlouts count INFO IO INFO IO IN NPUTS_ COUNT OUT OUTPUTS COUNT CRLF Read max presets INFO PRST INFO PRST VID PRESET_VIDEO_COUNT AUD count PRESET _AUDIO_COUNT CRLF Reset configuration FACTORY FACTORY RESUL7 CRLF to factory default Identification commands Command Protocol Handshaking OK CRLF Read device model MODEL MODEL MACHINE_MODEL CRLF Read device serial number SN SN SER AL_NUMBER CRLF Read device firmware VERSION VERSION MAJOR MINOR BUILD IREVISIO version CRLF Set machine name NAME MACHINE_NAM NAME MACHINE_NAME RESULT CRLF Read machine name NAME NAME MACHINE_NAME CRLF Reset machine name to NAME RST NAME RST MACHINE_FACTORY NAME RESUL factory default CRLF Note machine name not equal to model name This name relevance for site viewer identification of specific machine or for network using with DNS feature on MACHINE _NAME Up to 14 Alfa Numeric
21. ms HOWLONGISTHE WARRANTY Labor and parts are warranted for seven years from the date of the first customer purchase WHOISPROTECTED Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty WHATIS COVERED AND WHATIS 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 us 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 WARRANTY 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 ii 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 orinstallation of the product vi Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect vii Cartons equipment enclosures cables or accessories used in conjunction with the product WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR AND WHAT WE WILL NOT PAY FOR We will pay labor and mate
22. nication Parameters 11 Communication Protocol 3000 11 1 Protocol 3000 Syntax 11 2 Command Parts Details ON ONAN A WH N m Contents Figures Figure 1 PIP 4 Front Panel Figure 2 PIP 4 Rear Panel Figure 3 Connecting the PIP 4 4 input Picture in Picture Inserter Figure 4 Local Area Connection Properties Window Figure 5 Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties Window Figure 6 Video Pane Manipulation Buttons Figure 7 OSD Menu Buttons Figure 8 PIP 4 Controller Software Main Window Figure 9 Quick Access Toolbar Figure 10 Connect Window Figure 11 Window Manipulation Figure 12 Windows Setup Window Figure 13 Device Details Figure 14 About PIP 4 Controller Window Tables Table 1 PIP 4 Front Panel Features Table 2 PIP 4 Rear Panel Features Table 3 PIP 4 Menu Items Table 4 The Display Submenu Options Table 5 The Utility Submenu Options Table 6 PIP 4 Controller Software Features Table 7 Menu Bar Options Table 8 Quick Access Toolbar Options Table 9 Technical Specifications of the PIP 4 4 input Picture in Picture Inserter Table 10 Default Communication Parameters Table 11 Instruction Codes for Protocol 3000 O Vw 0 0 anu a 13 15 15 16 17 18 19 11 11 11 14 14 15 20 20 22 11 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
23. ny standard terminal software for example Windows HyperTerminal Application 11 1 Protocol 3000 Syntax Host message format Start Address optional Body Delimiter Destination_id message Simple command commands string with only one command without addressing start body delimiter Command SP Parameter _1 Parameter_2 Commands string formal syntax w th commands concatenation and addressing Address Command_1 Parameter 1 Parameterl_2 Command_2 Parameter2_1 Parameter2_2 Command_3 Parameter3_1 Parameter3 2 CR Device message format Address optional Body Delimiter Device long response Echoing command Address optional Body Delimiter E O a Carriage return ASCII 13 0x0D Line feed ASCII 10 0x0A Space ASCII 32 0x20 11 2 Command Parts Details Command Sequence of ASCII letters A Z a z and Command will separate from parameters with at least single space Parameters Sequence of Alfa Numeric ASCII chars 0 9 A Z a z and some special chars for specific commands parameters will be separated by commas Message string Every command must to be entered as part of message string that begin with message starting char and end with message closing char note that string can contain more then one command separated by pipe char Message starting char for host command query 1 VER 0 1 21 Communicati
24. omatically Example To vertically mirror the Input 3 pane 1 Press IN 3 The Input 3 window becomes active Its outline becomes black and starts to flash 2 Press MENU The OSD is displayed and Display is highlighted 3 Press The cursor moves to Screen 4 Press Y Source is highlighted 5 Press ENTER The Source Setup screen is displayed 6 Check the Mirror V box 7 Click on the X to close the OSD 1 The menu times out after 20 seconds 10 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating the PIP 4 Locally 6 2 The OSD Menu The OSD menu provides access to the PIP 4 configuration Using the OSD menu you can change the general display and individual input settings Table 3 PIP 4 Menu Items Menu Item Submenu Description DISPLAY Quad Full Selects all 4 inputs to display Source Sets each input video pane s characteristics Zoom Zooms the center of the selected pane to double size Overscan Normal Selects whether to display in normal or overscan mode UTILITY Brightness Sets the brightness of each input video signal Contrast Sets the contrast of each input video signal Sharpness Sets the sharpness of each input video signal Hue Sets the hue of each input video signal Color Sets the color of each input video signal Store Stores the current setting in one of the 10 presets Recall Recalls one of the 10 presets Erase Erases one of the 10 presets 6 2 1 Display Submenu T
25. on Protocol 3000 for machine response Device address Optional for Knet Knet Device ID follow by char Query sign will follow after some commands to define query request Message closing char Host messages Carriage Return ASCII 13 will be referred to by in this document Machine messages Carriage Return ASCII 13 Line Feed ASCII 10 will be referred to by CRLF Spaces between parameters or command parts will be ignored Commands chain separator char When message string contains more than one command commands will be separated by pipe Commands entering If terminal software used to connect over serial ethernet USB port that possible to directly enter all commands characters CR will be entered by Enter key that key send also LF but this char will be ignored by commands parser Sending commands from some controllers like Crestron require coding some characters in special form like X Anyway there is a way to enter all ASCII characters so it is possible to send all commands also from controller Similar way can use for URL Telnet support that maybe will be added in future Commands forms Some commands have short name syntax beside the full name to allow faster typing response is always in long syntax Commands chaining It is possible to enter multiple commands in same string by char pipe In this case the message starting char and the message closing char will be
26. pdate to implement waiting changes and return the device to on line mode see Section 7 1 7 Device Details Retrieve display and edit the device details such as model unit name version etc See Section 7 1 10 Firmware Update Update the device firmware DISPLAY Quad Set the screen to display the quad 4 window configuration Full Set the screen to display the single window configuration Zoom Enlarges and displays a movable region as a full screen Refresh Retrieve all information from the device SETUP Effects Sets the following signal characteristics for each input Brightness Contrast Sharpness Hue and Color Sets the following source characteristics Source Select Channel Connect to Video Source Mirror V Mirror H Freeze and Blank Turn Overscan On Turns on overscan Stores the current video configuration in one of 10 preset er memories Recalls the video configuration from one of 10 preset Recall memories Erase Erases the video configuration from one of the 10 preset memories ABOUT Displays the Step in Software and Kramer company details 14 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating the PIP 4 Remotely 7 1 2 The Quick Access Toolbar 7 1 3 The Quick Access Toolbar buttons are shown in Figure 9 and described in Table 8 DO CZ ES El Figure 9 Quick Access Toolbar Table 8 Ouick Access Toolbar Options Feature Description Open an existing configuration
27. perties General You can get IP settings assigned automatically if your network supports this capability Otherwise you need to ask your network administrator for the appropriate IP settings Obtain an IP address automatically Use the following IP address IP address 192 168 1 2 Subnet mask 255 255 255 0 Default gateway A btain DNS server addre Use the following DNS server addresses Preferred DNS server Alternate DNS server Figure 5 Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties Window 5 2 2 Connecting the ETHERNET Port via a Network Hub You can connect the Ethernet port of the PIP 4 to the Ethernet port on a network hub or network router via a straight through cable with RJ 45 connectors KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Operating the PIP 4 Locally 6 1 Operating the PIP 4 Locally You can operate your PIP 4 locally via e The front panel buttons see Section 6 1 e A mouse see Section 6 3 e An IR remote controller Operating the PIP 4 Using the Front Panel Buttons The front panel buttons are used to e Manipulate video panes e Navigate the OSD menu Note If there is no mouse activity for 20 seconds the OSD closes automatically Manipulating Video Panes You can use the front panel buttons displayed within gray boxes in Figure 6 to manipulate the display such as changing size and aspect ratio of each of the four in
28. puts independently MOVE SIZE QUAD MENU ar ENTER Figure 6 Video Pane Manipulation Buttons Esc DISTORT FULL The buttons operate in the following manner e IN 1 to IN 4 Select the input to manipulate e 4 Y gt Move up down left decrease and right increase e Move Size Quad Distort and Full Select an operation to perform on the pane Example To increase the size of the Input 3 window 1 Press IN 3 The Input 3 window becomes active Its outline becomes black and flashes 2 Press SIZE Size is displayed in the Input 3 pane 3 Repeatedly press or press and hold the button until the window is the required size 4 Press ESC Operating the PIP 4 Locally 6 1 2 Navigating the OSD Menu You can use the front panel OSD menu buttons see Figure 7 to navigate the OSD in order to modify the video parameters such as brightness and contrast of each input independently de amp IN3 IN 4 2 p ENTER Esc DISTORT FuLL I UUJlJU y Figure 7 OSD Menu Buttons The buttons operate in the following manner MENU Display the OSD Press again to exit the OSD from any level ENTER Enter a menu item or accept a parameter value Increase decrease a parameter value 4 Y gt Navigate through the menu items ESC Exit the OSD menu a menu item or parameter value Note If there is no mouse activity for 20 seconds the OSD closes aut
29. rial expenses for covered items We will not pay for the following 1 Removalor 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 description of the problem s 3 For the name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center consult your authorized dealer LIMITATIONOFIMPLIEDWARRANTIES 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 no
30. site video source 2 IN 3 Connectors Connect to composite video source 3 IN4 Connect to composite video source 4 19 OUTPUT Y C 4 pin s Video Output Connector Connect to the s Video acceptor 20 CV BNC Output Connector Connect to the composite video acceptor 21 RESET Button Press and hold while switching the unit on to reset all parameters to factory default values See Section 8 22 ETHERNET RJ 45 Connector Connect to LAN for remote operation using a PC 23 RS 232 9 pin D sub Connector Connect to a PC or other device for remote operation 24 5V DC Power Connector Connect to supplied power adapter center pin positive Connecting the PIP 4 4 input Picture in Picture Inserter 5 Connecting the PIP 4 4 input Picture in Picture Inserter To connect the PIP 4 as illustrated in the example in Figure 3 l 2 3 Connect a composite video player source to the IN 1 BNC connector Connect a composite video player source to the IN 2 BNC connector Connect an s Video display acceptor to the Y C OUTPUT 4 pin s Video connector Connect a composite video display acceptor to the CV OUTPUT BNC connector Optional for remote operation connect the ETHERNET RJ 45 connector to a LAN to which the PC is connected see Section 5 2 2 Connect the supplied power adapter to the unit and to the mains supply not shown in Figure 3 Composite Video Player gt s Video Composite S Composite Display Video Display Video Pl
31. 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 PIP 4 4 input Picture in Picture Inserter which 1s ideal for e Video production studios for source monitoring e Teleconferencing using one screen e Home theater multi channel monitoring e Security applications The package includes the following items PIP 4 4 input Picture in Picture Inserter RC IR3 Infrared Remote Controller including batteries and manual Power adapter SV DC output 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 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 http www kramerelectronics com 1 Getting Start
32. t allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from place to place NOTE All products returned to Kramer for service must have prior approval This may be obtained from your dealer This equipment has been tested to determine compliance with the requirements of EN 50081 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic emission standard Part 1 Residential commercial and light industry EN 50082 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic immunity standard Part 1 Residential commercial and light industry environment CFR 47 FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15 Radio frequency devices Subpart B Unintentional radiators CAUTION ED 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 ED Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine EB Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components FCC and CE approved using STP cable for twisted pair products 26 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY K For the latest information on our products and
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