Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
Contents Contents 1 1.1 2 2.1 3 4 5 6 7 7.1 7.2 8 8.1 8.2 Introduction About the VP-747T Presentation Switcher Control Panel Getting Started Quick Start Overview Your VP-747T Presentation Switcher Control Panel Installing in a Desktop Installing on a Rack Connecting the VP-747T Setting the Machine # Connecting to the VP-747 by Wired Connection Operating the VP-747 using the VP-747T Using the VP-747T WIPE DIRECTION Buttons Making the Transition 1 1 2 2 3 4 8 10 11 12 13 14 14 15 8.2.1 8.2.
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 2 Getting Started We recommend that you: • Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment • Review the contents of this user manual 2.
Overview 3 Overview The VP-747T is a unique presentation switcher control panel dedicated specifically to control the VP-747 1. It is ergonomically and aesthetically designed in a rugged, professional 19" 4U rack-mountable metal enclosure with the button layout in the style of the VP-747. In particular, the VP-747T: • Enables special effect transitions between two sources via a robust T-bar (used for manual control of transition speeds).
Your VP-747T Presentation Switcher Control Panel To achieve the best performance: • Connect only good quality connection cables • Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances, make sure not to block the ventilation holes and position your VP-747T away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust.
Your VP-747T Presentation Switcher Control Panel Figure 1: VP-747T Presentation Switcher Control Panel 5
Your VP-747T Presentation Switcher Control Panel Table 1: VP-747T Presentation Switcher Control Panel Features 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 OSD NAVIGATION Buttons 7 Function Toggles the gooseneck lamp ON/OFF Displays the OSD Menu screen (or moves to the previous level in the OSD menu) Moves to the next level in the OSD menu Toggles the VP-747T Presentation Switcher Control Panel ON/OFF Toggles within each level 2 command / decreases the range by one step Moves up one step (in the same level) in the OS
Your VP-747T Presentation Switcher Control Panel Figure 2 and Table 2 define the side panel of the VP-747T: Side Panel Figure 2: VP-747T Presentation Switcher Control Panel (Side Panel) Table 2: VP-747T Presentation Switcher Control Panel (Side Panel) Features 2 3 4 5 6 Feature MACH. # 1 RS-485 Mini XLR Connector MACH. # 2 RS-485 Mini XLR Connector MACH. # 3 (A B G) RS-4851 3-pin Terminal Block Connector MACH.
Installing in a Desktop 5 Installing in a Desktop This section describes how to install the VP-747T in a desktop 1. To install the VP-747T in a desktop: 1. Cut an opening in the desktop—making the cut out on a wooden surface using a sabre saw or a keyhole saw—at the location where you want to insert the VP-747T. Figure 3 illustrates the cut out template (not to scale) defining the surface that you have to cut out to install your VP-747T. Figure 3: Cut Out Dimensions 2.
Installing in a Desktop 3. Insert the two mounting brackets through the bracket slits on both sides of the VP-747T unit (see Figure 5). Figure 5: Inserting the Mounting Brackets through the Bracket Slits 4. Be sure that the upper outer rim is situated parallel to the edge of the desktop. 5. Screw the mounting butterfly screws until they reach the desktop surface (from the underneath). 6. Tighten the locking butterfly screws to lock the mounting butterfly screws.
Installing on a Rack 6 Installing on a Rack This section provides instructions for rack mounting the unit.
Connecting the VP-747T 7 Connecting the VP-747T To connect the VP-747T to up to four VP-747 machines, as the example in Figure 7 illustrates, do the following 1: 15F 1. Connect the “TO VP-747” mini XLR connector of the VP-747T (by one-to-one connection) to the VP-747, as follows: MACH. # 1 to the mini XLR connector of the VP-747 which will be recognized as machine # 1 MACH. # 2 to the mini XLR connector of the VP-747 which will be recognized as machine # 2 2.
Connecting the VP-747T Figure 7: Connecting the VP-747T 7.1 Setting the Machine # The VP-747T automatically recognizes the MACHINE # of each VP-747 unit. For example, the VP-747 unit that is connected to the “TO VP-747” RS 485 port MACH. # 3 is recognized as the third VP-747 unit: MACHINE # 3. To access this particular VP-747 unit from the VP-747T, press the MACHINE # button 1 until the number 3 is selected in the 7-segment LED display 2.
Connecting the VP-747T 7.
Operating the VP-747 using the VP-747T 8 Operating the VP-747 using the VP-747T To operate the VP-747 via the VP-747T, set the VP-747 “Optimize T-bar” mode in the “Transition” menu to On. For details of how to operate the VP-747 via the OSD Menu, LCD Display, ETHERNET, and/or RS-232, including using the TAKE button, refer to the VP-747 user manual 1. For details of how to: • Use the WIPE DIRECTION buttons, see section 8.1 • Adjust the transition speed, see section 8.2 8.
Technical Specifications 8.2 Making the Transition You can make the transition in two ways: • Manually, for each separate transition using the T-bar control lever 1 • Automatically, via the TAKE button, which implements the transition at the pace set by the SPEED 2 knob 8.2.1 Making a Transition Manually To make the transition, manually: • Slide the T-bar handle upwards 3 or downwards 4 8.2.
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.
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 Kramer Electronics, Ltd. Web site: www.kramerelectronics.com E-mail: info@kramerel.
