Kramer Electronics R1300A User's Manual
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1. P N 2900 650004 REV 42. TECHNOLOGY Setup and Installation 4 5 Video Adjustment 4 5 1 Cable Distance Compensation Settings To get the highest quality video signals from your Cobra CAT 5 Video System follow the instructions and diagrams below NOTE TURN KNOB SLOWL Y DURING ADJUSMENT PROCEDURE Turning too fast may result in missing the proper EQ setting resulting in picture loss To Reset EQ and Skew values to 0 remove power from R1300A R1300S2 Push and hold EQ Skew Knob in and re apply power 1 Display a test pattern consisting of a black box on a white background Press and hold briefly and then release the EQ Skew knob so that the R G B LED 1s flashing white 2 Turn the EQ Skew knob clockwise until the shadow next to the black box just disappears The brightness in the white area should be the same as the white area above and below the black box Continue turning the knob for best picture quality Note that if the EQ setting is too high or too low you may not get an image Adjust the EQ settings until an image appears and then adjust for best picture quality 3 Press and hold briefly and then release the EQ Skew knob until the R G B LED is solid green D PUSH XQ FOR w MODE E aa e h Knob LEDs for Skew adjust ment Figure 5 Adjustment locations 4 5 2 Skew Compensation Settings The R1300A R130082 receiver is available with an optional skew compensation module to adjust for signal timing differences due to differing pair
3. be the simplex serial type The last device in a transmitter to receiver or daisy chain configuration must be terminated The R1300A can be used as either a middle unit or an end unit the termination switch is located on the front of the unit Green shift or green washout on multimedia signals Solution The standard video serial model is designed to function with DC coupled signals in which the black level is referenced to O volts Nearly all VGA cards function this way Some media servers however provide AC coupled signals and can cause a green color shift in the video This is a result of the sync clamping on the red and blue channels of the video serial model For five component RGB H amp V AC coupled video the Cobra CAT 5 transmitter has been designed with full DC restoration capability This problem is easily solved via a simple switch setting in the Cobra Transmitter Refer to the Cobra Transmitter user manual Notes on Daisy Chaining Solution When daisy chaining the maximum cable distance is not increased beyond the rated distance of the receiver used For example the maximum distance from a transmitter to the last R1300S2 Receiver in a daisy chain is 1300 feet If a unit in the middle of the chain loses power or is disconnected from the chain all units after this will lose signals All serial communication in a daisy chain is one way simplex Solutions to Common Problems Appendix A Cabl
4. some displays require a fixed sync polarity that is not possible to change at the video source The following details jumper settings to change the sync polarity of the horizontal and vertical sync signals note that jumpers JP6 and JP7 have no affect in agile mode Syne Mode jumpers JPS JPG JP 14 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Solutions to Common Problems Appendix E Skew Module The Cobra R1300A R130082 receivers have an optional skew compensation module that can be installed or removed To install the skew compensation module Remove top cover Remove the 3 jumpers from J16 pins 1 2 4 5 7 8 Insert the Skew assembly onto the PCB using 11 pin headers J16 and J17 The correct orientation of the skew board is to place the side with the logo into header J17 5 Reassemble unit O se Removal is the opposite of the above Ensure 3 jumpers are installed in locations shown in Figure 6 Skew module placement on headers J16 J17 Wa JP5 JP4 SW2 JP3 o IP 2 3 I Install 3 jumpers on J16 in positions 1 2 4 5 7 8 as shown if skew board is removed Figure 6 Skew Module 15 Technical Specifications 6 Technical Specifications Table 6 Technical Specifications of the Cobra RI300A Cobra R130082 CABLE REQUIRED Category 5 5e 6 shielded or unshielded twisted pair COMPLIANCE CE FCC Class A IC Class class A VIDEO SUPPORT all sup
5. 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 Cobra R1300A Video Audio Receiver and or Cobra R130082 Universal Receiver The Kramer Cobra Series System extends video audio and serial signals over ordinary Category 5 cable This manual covers the Cobra R1300A Video Audio Receiver and the Cobra R130082 Universal Receiver These units are field configurable for various video audio and serial options See Appendix B for configuration settings A versions support video and audio S2 series feature video stereo audio and RS 232 signals on a single CAT 5 The Kramer Cobra R1300A Video Audio Receiver and Cobra R130082 Universal Receiver feature optional integrated skew compensation that can be varied in 2 ns increments to 65 ns total per color channel to cancel the effects of skew in Category cables This feature allows you to use CAT 5e and reduced skew CAT 6 cables to lengths up to 1300ft For information on the respective transmitter unit refer to the appropriate manual included with the transmitter All models support refresh rates resolutions up to 1920 x 1200 60 Hz to 1300 feet 396m The package includes the Cobra R1300A Video Audio Receiver or the Cobra R130082 Universal Receiver an external power supply and this user manual The Kramer Cobra series products are not compatible with Kramer non Cobra series product
6. Kramer Electronics Ltd USER MANUAL Models Cobra R1300A Video Audio Receiver Cobra R130082 Universal Receiver Contents Contents 1 Introduction 2 Getting Started 3 Overview 4 Setup and Installation 4 1 Data Mode Configuration 4 2 Making the Connections 4 3 Connections on the Single Port VGA Audio 4 4 Connections on the single port VGA S2 4 5 Video Adjustment 4 5 1 Cable Distance Compensation Settings 4 5 2 Skew Compensation Settings 5 Solutions to Common Problems 6 Technical Specifications Figures Figure 1 Transmitter Connections Figure 2 Cobra R1300A Video Audio Receiver Connections Figure 3 Transmitter Connections Figure 4 Cobra R1300S2 Universal Receiver Connections Figure 5 Adjustment locations Figure 6 Skew Module Tables Table 1 HD15 Video Connector PINOUT Table 2 Terminal Block Connection Table 3 DB9 Video Connector PINOUT Table 4 T568B CAT 5 PINOUT Table 5 Configuration Jumper Settings Table 6 Technical Specifications of the Cobra R1300A Cobra R1300S2 p A QOAIQV AYIA UA KR ERY WN mE ANAA p lt Introduction 1 Introduction Welcome to Kramer Electronics Since 1981 Kramer Electronics has been providing a world of unique creative and affordable solutions to the vast range of problems that confront the video audio presentation and broadcasting professional on a daily basis In recent years we have redesigned and upgraded most of our line making
7. display device powered on and functioning Check to ensure display settings resolution refresh rate etc are compatible with input signal Poor video quality Solution Have all receiver adjustments been finished Ensure EQ adjustment switches are set correctly Check all cable connections The video signal s refresh rate may be set too high Reset to a lower refresh rate in your monitor configuration menu There may be a delay skew issue See Section on Skew Solution Powered speakers are required Make sure speaker power is ON Check input source levels from the source device Make sure the audio source is not overdriven or underdriven Audio is summed left and right for A versions If using a single channel both audio inputs must be connected at the transmitter end for full audio gain Audio is line level Serial audio units support full stereo line level 8 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Solutions to Common Problems Serial communication doesn t work correctly Solution Are the serial devices connected properly Are the serial parameters correct for source destination devices Are the serial cables terminated correctly If a null modem cable is used it must be placed at the receiver end When using RS 232 transmitters or receivers in daisy chains CAT 5 switches or CAT 5 distribution amps the serial signal is a unidirectionally broadcast mode only In this mode all other Cobra CAT 5 Video System devices must
8. ing Pinouts a SaPo oso oso ot oo Fr Lh Table 1 HD15 Video Connector PINOUT Pin RGBHV RGBS RGsB Composite SVHS YUV VGA Y C o o ae ae ae V Y g ref Table 2 Terminal Block Connection Simplex Seral S PDIF Audio Composte Vio Note Typically Channel 1 is left audio and Channel 2 is right audio series RECEIVER units use Channel 1 for Right audio and channel 2 for left audio series TRANSMITTER units use Channel 2 for Right audio and channel 1 for left audio 10 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Solutions to Common Problems Appendix A Cabling Pinouts Full Duplex 3 wire SA SAP Table 4 T568B CAT 5 PINOUT _ A2345678_ WH Pe i 87654321 W 568B CAT5 Specification Ein Color Orange White gt Orange Green White Green Brown White Brown 3 4 Blue Blue White T 8 Cabling must be the same on both ends Use for Cat5 5a 6 11 Solutions to Common Problems Appendix B Configuration Settings Note the Cobra R1300A Video and the Audio Receiver Cobra R130082 Universal Receiver are typically pre configured at time of order and will have factory configuration indicated on the bottom of the unit The factory configuration may be changed or checked by using the following jumper location diagram as well as Table 5 for jumper settings AUTO SYNC MODES IPS controls syne clamping circuitry and works w
9. ith the external switch labeled AUTO CLAMP f The default sync mode is AUTO CLAMP ON which will autosense between RGBHY and non RGBHY signals Turning the External AUTO CLAMP switch off will set the syne clamp mode to RGBHY video modes E F non RGBHY yvideois desired with AUTO CLAMP OFF jumper JFS must be set E ito IM i 12 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Solutions to Common Problems Table 5 Configuration Jumper Settings Configuration Opt Il opt SWI Sw2 utilize 4th pair JP1 JP2 JP3 JP4 tfafafefefa 2 RGBHV Computer Video see note below on daisy chaining With Composite Video ere 1 EEA 12 2 OFF ON OFF With RS 232 serial series requires separate daughterboard installed Also set External TERM switch to a a e a pc eo OFF Composite S Video Component Video see note below on daisy chaining With RS 232 serial series requires separate daughterboard installed Ako eet Stor ad o E Wat eee ef E OEE EEEO EEO OFF Dual Port Daisy Chain units For END OF LINE Units configuration above but set external TERM switch to ON Middle daisy chain units configuration above but set external TERM switch to OFF 13 Solutions to Common Problems Appendix D Setting Sync Mode The Cobra R1300A R130082 has the capability for fixed and agile sync The default sync mode setting 1s for agile sync which replicates the source sync polarity signals However
10. lengths within the CAT 5 cable Using the delay signals skew may be compensated from 2 to 65 nanoseconds in 2 nanosecond increments on each individual color pair If skew compensation is required but the skew comp module is not installed call for technical assistance Solutions to Common Problems 1 To adjust individual colors press and hold briefly and then release the EQ Skew knob until the desired color LED is flashing for the R G B LED The LED color corresponds to the color channel being adjusted 2 Using the image utility turn knob to add subtract delay timing until a single vertically aligned line of red green blue is obtained 3 When complete press and hold briefly and then release the EQ Skew knob until the R G B LED is solid green Not all colors will have the same delay settings 5 Solutions to Common Problems In most cases nearly every issue with the Cobra series can be resolved by checking the CAT 5 termination and making sure that it s pinned to the TIA EIJA 568B wiring specification However there may be other problems that cause the system to not perform as it is designed Below are solutions to the most common installation errors No video signal at the transmitter local port or at the receiver Solution Check that both units are powered Ensure EQ adjustment is set correctly turn knob slowly e Make sure the CAT 5 cable is terminated correctly per the TIA EIA 568B wiring specification Is the
11. lling or removing device or servicing unit This equipment is not intended for nor does it support distribution through an Ethernet network Do not connect these devices to any sort of networking or telecommunications equipment 1 For example model number AD2512C part number 2535 000251 Setup and Installation 4 2 L Setup and Installation Data Mode Configuration The serial signal is 3 wire TX RX GND and does not support full modem signals Baud rates for the S2 series are fixed at 9600 Simplex modes are supported without jumper or other changes by simply using the TX signal only S2 units require no configuration Making the Connections This section contains figures showing connections with the specific Cobra R1300A R130082 series models In general however the connection and setup procedure at both transmitter and receiver ends is as follows NOTE all units must be the same type for all supported features to function correctly For example a Cobra transmitter set for R L summed audio must be connected to an R1300A R130082 set for R L summed audio Similarly a Cobra T2 cannot be used with an R1300A R130082 Video modes may function normally but 4th pair options will not At the transmitter end refer to the transmitter user guide Connect the source video to the Cobra Series transmitter video input port which is an HD15 connector labeled SOURCE IN or VIDEO IN If desired attach a local mo
12. mmed Right Left audio and powered speakers are required You can also use the transmitters and receivers to make video only connections without audio Figure 1 shows the Single Port Cobra CAT 5 Video System with Audio Transmitter connections and Figure 2 shows the receiver connections CATS Options LITE 3 Audio o W Powel Video Out Video In Figure 1 Transmitter Connections Video Cut CATS UTP In CATS UTP Cut o o FE a Figure 2 Cobra RI300A Video Audio Receiver Connections Setup and Installation 4 4 Connections on the single port VGA S2 The Single Port Cobra CAT 5 Video System series supports RS 232 video and stereo audio signals over CAT 5 cable Serial signals are 3 wire RS232 Tx Rx ground and fixed at 9600 baud Full 9 pin modem signals are not supported Note when using the Cobra 2 52 series with a Cobra CAT 5 DA or CAT 3 matrix switch the serial is transmit only There are no configuration changes required to the units The serial application in use should be changed to transmit only Audio is full stereo line level One or two separate channels of mono audio may also be used See the Figures below for cabling connections LITP Audio o oO Power Video Out Wiel Serial OS In Out Figure 3 Transmitter Connections Video i 7 Lt E 3 E i CATS KRAMER TOOLS Figure 4 Cobra R130082 Universal Receiver Connections 6 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE
13. n beyond what the standard product offers Contact Kramer Electronics for assistance CAT 5 5e 6 cabling for this product must be pinned to the TIA EIA T568B wiring specification see appendix A We also highly recommend that all CAT 5 cables be pre terminated and tested Cables terminated on site or in an existing infrastructure should be tested before use to ensure compliance with the TIA EIA T568B specification Using incorrectly terminated CAT 5 cables can damage this product Achieving the best performance means e Connecting 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 Avoiding interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality and positioning your Cobra R1300A R1300S2 in a location free from moisture and away from excessive sunlight and dust 1 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 2 In addition you may also need audio cable with RCA jacks serial cable with DB9 connectors and video cable with HD15 connectors 2 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Overview e 1 1011 No operator serviceable parts inside unit Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall adapter that is provided with this unit Meta Disconnect power and unplug unit from wall before insta
14. nitor via the local monitor port to LOCAL OUT Make your audio serial connections via the audio connector or DB9 connector as appropriate Connect the CAT 5 cable to the transmitter Apply power on the transmitter The LED should light and if there is a local monitor attached a video image should appear on the monitor s screen At the receiver end Connect the VIDEO OUT HD15 connector to the display unit and attach any audio AUDIO AUX I O or serial connections RS 232 depending on the model of the Cobra CAT 5 Video System Connect the CAT 5 cable to the LINK INPUT connection If daisy chaining units connect the output CAT 5 cable to the LINK OUTPUT connection Apply power The LED should light and video should appear on the display make sure that the display is powered ON Adjust video levels and skew compensation Mount the R1300A R1300S2 in a location that ensures the ventilation holes and fan are not blocked KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Setup and Installation With regard to connecting the cables e We recommend mounting and connecting all cabling to the Cobra R1300A R130082 components before applying power e Be sure that the CAT 5 cable you intend to use has been tested to comply with the T568B wiring specification see Appendix A 4 3 Connections on the Single Port VGA Audio The single port units with audio support video and audio signals over CAT 5 cable The audio signal is line level su
15. 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 gt 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 gt Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine gt Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components 17 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 Discomnect the unit from the power supply before opening servicing Caution Kramer Electronics Ltd Web site www kramerelectronics com E mail info Okramerel com
16. ported VESA modes to WUXGA 1920x1200 RGBHV RGB Composite NTSC PAL SECAM S Video Component Video widescreen modes HDTV modes including 1080p 1080i 720p RESOLUTION AND REFRESH At 1300 ft or less a maximum of 1920x1200 to 60 Hz RATE REQUIRED SOURCE IMPEDANCE Video OUT 75 ohms Audio OUT if any 600 ohms maximum REQUIRED DESTINATION Video IN 75 ohms IMPEDANCE Audio models Audio IN if any 600 ohms minimum AUDIO CHARACTERISTICS R1300A Right Left summed R1300S2 Full Stereo Line Level 600 Ohm Unbalanced SERIAL CHARACTERISTICS 3 wire fixed baud rate of 9600 CONNECTORS 1 4 pin terminal block 2 RJ 45 1 HD15 F 1 DB9M model dependent TEMPERATURE TOLERANCE Operating 32 to 104 F 0 to 40 C Storage 4 to 140 F 20 to 60 HUMIDITY TOLERANCE Up to 80 noncondensing ENCLOSURE Steel POWER 5 VDC 260 mA max Consumption 6 watts maximum SIZE 1 2 H x 4 1 W x 5 5 D 3 0 x 10 4 x 14 0 cm WEIGHT 1 0 Ib 0 45 kg 1 Specifications are subject to change without notice 16 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 three years from the date of the first customer purchase WHOIS PROTECTED Only the first purchase customer may enfo
17. rce 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 Any product on which the serial number has been defaced modified or removed 3 Damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from 1 Accident misuse abuse neglect fire water lightning or other acts of nature ii Product modification or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product 111 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 FOR AND WHAT WE WILL NOT 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 prod
18. s 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 1 Getting Started 2 Getting Started We recommend that you e Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment e Review the contents of this user manual e Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables You may also need CAT 5 cable 3 Overview Our Kramer Cobra series products are compatible with CAT 5 5e 6 data cabling as well as skew free CAT 5 5e cabling manufactured for video applications Note that some skew free CAT 5 is specific to a particular vendor and is not compatible with our products Ensure any skew free CAT 5 cable is non proprietary prior to purchase installation We recommend using our Kramer Cobra ultra low skew cable BC HDTP solid bulk or BCP HDTP solid plenum bulk available in lengths of 700 210m and 1300 390m CAT 6 cable due to the manufacture method can exhibit much greater skew than standard CAT 5 5e and may require skew compensatio
19. uct 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 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
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