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Contents Contents 1 2 3 4 4.1 4.2 4.3 5 5.1 5.2 6 6.1 6.2 6.3 6.
Contents Tables Table 1: Defining the Room Controllers' Series Table 2: RC-62 Front Panel Features Table 3: RC-62 Rear Panel Features Table 4: Defining the RC-63A (for the USA) Table 5: RC-63A/EU Front Panel Features (for Europe) Table 6: RC-63A/EU Rear Panel Features Table 7: RC-63D Front Panel Features Table 8: RC-63D Rear Panel Features Table 9: Room Controller Functions and Characteristics Table 10: Connection Scheme (for the example in Figure 8) Table 11: The Commands Configuration Table 12: Grounding
ADDENDUM to the RC-62, RC-63A and RC-63D Series User Manual (P/N: 2900-000473) The new RC-62X, RC-63AX and RC-63DX room controller models are designed for use in control applications in which group labels are not required; they have the same functionality as the RC-62, RC-63A and RC-63D, respectively.
Introduction 1 Introduction Welcome to Kramer Electronics! Since 1981, Kramer Electronics has been providing a world of unique, creative, and affordable solutions to the vast range of problems that confront the video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting professional on a daily basis. In recent years, we have redesigned and upgraded most of our line, making the best even better! Our 1,000-plus different models now appear in 11 groups 1 that are clearly defined by function.
Getting Started The room controllers—RC-62, RC-63A and RC-63D—can be used as: • System controllers for the SummitView™ system when connected via K-NET 1 cable to the SV-551 or SV-552 SummitView™ Processor / Switcher. When used in this way, no programming of these units is needed and the unit does not require a separate power supply • Advanced, standalone, wall-mounted room controllers.
Installing the Room Controller Each room controller includes: • Configurable backlit 1 buttons to set up any supported 2 command • A bidirectional RS-232 wired serial port, for universal display (for example, projectors) and switcher control • Two K-NET ports • Two relays for the simplified and centralized control of room functions (such as lighting, closing blinds, screen settings, and so on) • An IR control port • An IR-learner for the customized control of external sources, receiving the IR commands fro
Installing the Room Controller 4.1 Defining the RC-62 and RC-62L The RC-62 is available as a 1 Gang wall plate (for the USA) or a 2 Gang wall plate (for Europe). It features 6 front panel buttons designed in two groups; one group of 2 buttons, and another group of 4 buttons. Each group can be programmed according to the user's requirements.
Installing the Room Controller Figure 2: RC-62 Room Controller Rear Panel Table 3: RC-62 Rear Panel Features # Feature Function 1 FIRMWARE UPGRADE For technical support use only Switch 2 Grounding Screw Connect to grounding wire (optional), see section 6.
Installing the Room Controller 4.2 Defining the RC-63A and RC-63AL The Kramer RC-63A is available as a 2 Gang wall plate (for Europe and the USA). It features 6 front panel buttons designed in two groups; one group of 2 buttons, and another group of 4 buttons. Each group can be programmed according to the user's requirements.
Installing the Room Controller Table 4: Defining the RC-63A (for the USA) # Feature Function # Feature Function 1 SOURCE Buttons These 4 configurable backlit buttons can set up any supported command 1 1 GND Connection 2 “DISPLAY” and “SOURCE” Labels RC-63A - "DISPLAY" and “SOURCE” are printed on the panel RC-63AL - an LCD version on a blue background that displays up to 8 characters at once (programmed via the USB port) 2 LEVEL Connection Wiper of potentiometer 3 +V PIN +V connection for
Installing the Room Controller Figure 3 and Table 5 define the RC-63A and the RC-63AL front panels (for Europe): Figure 3: RC-63A Room Controller Front Panel (for Europe) Table 5: RC-63A/EU Front Panel Features (for Europe) # Feature Function 1 DISPLAY Buttons These 2 configurable backlit buttons can set up any supported command 2 “DISPLAY” and “SOURCE” Labels RC-63A - "DISPLAY" and “SOURCE” are printed on the panel RC-63AL - an LCD version on a blue background that displays up to 8 characters at
Installing the Room Controller Table 6: RC-63A/EU Rear Panel Features # Feature Function 1 GND Connection Ground connection for the potentiometer 2 LVL (LEVEL) Connection Wiper of potentiometer 3 +V PIN +V connection for the potentiometer 4 FIRMWARE UPGRADE Switch For technical support use only 5 IR IN Receiver 6 K-NET TERM Switch For line termination 7 RELAY Connections Connect to room items (such as lighting, screen settings, blinds, and so on) 8 IR Connections Control a machine vi
Installing the Room Controller Version for the USA Version for Europe Figure 5: RC-63D Room Controller Front Panel Table 7: RC-63D Front Panel Features # Feature Function These 4 configurable backlit buttons can set up any supported command 1 1 SOURCE Buttons 2 RC-63D - "DISPLAY" and “SOURCE” are printed on the panel “DISPLAY” and “SOURCE” Labels RC-63DL - an LCD version on a blue background that displays up to 8 characters at once (programmed via the USB port) 3 DISPLAY Buttons These 2 configur
Using Your Room Controller Table 8: RC-63D Rear Panel Features # Feature Function 1 FIRMWARE UPGRADE Switch For technical support use only 2 Grounding Screw Connect to grounding wire (optional), see section 6.
Using Your Room Controller Table 9 summarizes the room controller functions and characteristics.
Using Your Room Controller Figure 8: Example of a Typical Standalone RC-63DL Configuration Table 10: Connection Scheme (for the example in Figure 8) This connector: Connects to: REL 1 The screen REL 2 IR OUT and GND PINs A DVD player RS-232 (TX, RX) Terminal Block Connector A projector +12V and GND A power supply unit A PC is connected via the USB connector for setup of the room controller When the room controller is used as a system controller for the SummitView™ system via the proprietary communication
Using Your Room Controller • No programming of the room controller is needed Figure 9 shows how the room controller is used as part of the SummitView™ system: Figure 9: RC-63D connected to the SV-551 SummitView™ Processor / Switcher 14 KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY
Using Your Room Controller 5.1 Operating the Room Controller In the following example 1 that is illustrated in Figure 10, the room controller is labeled with specific functions and each button is programmed 2 to perform several tasks 3 as defined in Table 11.
Customizing the Controllers' Buttons and Labels 6 Customizing the Controllers' Buttons and Labels This section describes the labels and the buttons. 6.1 Button Labels The backlit buttons 1 are available on plastic caps. We recommend you to insert the labels on the Front Panel buttons before installing the controller, as it involves removing the face plate (see section 6.2).
Customizing the Controllers' Buttons and Labels 6.2 Inserting the Button Labels To insert a button label, do the following: 1. Unscrew the faceplate attachment screws using a screwdriver, as Figure 12 illustrates: Unscrew the faceplate attachment screws Figure 12: Unscrewing the Faceplate Attachment Screws 2. Insert the label under the button cap. 3. Place the button cap with the label onto the button base. 6.3 Replacing a Button Label To replace a button label, do the following: 1.
Customizing the Controllers' Buttons and Labels 6.4 Grounding the Room Controller The grounding screw is used to earth the chassis of the unit to the building ground preventing static electricity from impacting the performance of the unit. Figure 13 and Table 12 define the grounding screw components.
Technical Specifications 7 Technical Specifications Table 13 defines the technical specifications: 1 Table 13: Technical Specifications of the Room Controller Series PORTS: OUTPUTS: POWER SOURCE: 1 RS-232 on terminal block connectors; 2 K-NET on terminal block connectors; 1 USB port 2 relays on terminal block connectors (36V AC or DC, 2A, 60VAC maximum on non-inductive load); 1 IR emitter on terminal block connectors RC-62/RC-63A: 12V DC, 100mA RC-62L/RC-63D: 12V DC, 140mA RC-63DL: 12V DC, 200mA FUSE:
Technical Specifications Table 14 defines the available RC-6X series models 1: Table 14: Available RC-6X Models Model Name Printed Group Labels LCD Group Labels US 1 Gang RC-62 RC-62/JP RC-62/EU-80 RC-62/EU-86 RC-62/GB US 2 Gang Europe 2 Gang (80cm) Europe 2 Gang (86cm) RC-62L RC-62L/JP RC-62L/EU-80 RC-62L/EU-86 RC-62L/GB RC-63A RC-63A/JP RC-63A/EU-80 RC-63A/EU-86 RC-63A/GB RC-63AL RC-63AL/JP
LIMITED WARRANTY Kramer Electronics (hereafter Kramer) warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms. HOW LONG IS THE WARRANTY Labor and parts are warranted for seven years from the date of the first customer purchase. WHO IS 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.
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