Kramer Electronics user manual Controlling the VP-23RC via a PC

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Controlling the VP-23RC

8Controlling the VP-23RC

The VP-23RCcan be controlled via:

A PC (see section 8 .1)

RS-232 and RS-485 (see section 8 .2)

The ETHERNET (see section 8 .3)

8.1Controlling the VP-23RC via a PC

To control the VP-23RC1via the control software:

1.Connect your PC to the SWITCHER CONTROL RS-232 port on the rear panel (see section 8 .1.1).

2.Download the Windows®-based Kramer control software (provided with the machine) to your PC.

3.Run the application. The Port window appears.

4.Select the Local Connection area, select the COM port2 to which the VP-23RCis connected, and click OK.

The application finds the unit automatically.

1 The Media/Room Controller section can be controlled by a PC only if the MEDIA / ROOM CONTROLLER buttons are configured (see section 9 .2)

2 If you want to use the Windows®-based Kramer control software via the Ethernet, select the Remote Connection area, insert the machine’s IP number and set the port to 5002

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Contents Model Contents Figures Tables Atmel Flip WindowQuick Start IntroductionGetting Started Getting Started Overview About the VP-23RCUnderstanding the Media / Room Controller Section Controlling the VP-23RC Connecting the VP-23RC Rear Panel VP-23RC Configuration ExampleRecommendations for Achieving the Best Performance Term DefinitionYour Presentation Switcher / Controller VP-23RC Front PanelVP-23RC Presentation Switcher / Controller Front View Feature VP-23RC Rear PanelVP-23RC Presentation Switcher / Controller Rear View Feature Function RS-232Reset VS HS VP-23RC Underside PanelHow to Rack Mount Installing the VP-23RC on a RackBefore Installing on a Rack Some models, the front panel may feature built-in rack earsConnecting the VP-23RC Presentation Switcher Section If required, connect a PC to the RS-232 port see Connecting the Balanced/Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input/Output Shielded Twisted Pair STP / Unshielded Twisted Pair UTP Wiring the CAT 5 Line OUT RJ-45 ConnectorWire Color CAT 5 PinoutConnecting to the Media / Room Controller Equipment Connecting the VP-23RC Media/Room Controller Section Description Setting the Media / Room Controller Program DipswitchesProgram Dipswitch Settings Controlling the VP-23RC Controlling the VP-23RC via a PCConnecting an RS-232 Port to a PC RS-232 Rear Panel Port Location For…Dipswitch Settings Function DescriptionControl Configuration via RS-232 and RS-485 Controlling via the EthernetSelect Properties Internet Protocol TCP/IP Properties Window Operating Your VP-23RC Front Panel ButtonsOperating Your VP-23RC Internet Example of a Typical Setup in the Lecture Auditorium Commands Configuration Button Macro SequenceShows an operating example Presentation Switcher Section Operation Independent Switchers ModeMaster Audio Mode Switching in the Master Audio Mode Presentation Switcher Selector Buttons Macro Sequence Flash Memory Upgrade Flash Memory Upgrade for the Presentation Switcher SectionUpgrading the Firmware Click OK and select ª Load Hexº from the File menu Loading the Hex Atmel -Flip Window Connected Flash Memory Upgrade for the Media / Room Controller Section Installing the Web Applet2 KFR-Programmer WindowTroubleshooting Firmware Upgrade Issues Technical Specifications Includes the technical specifications1Hex Table Audio Gain Control Hex TablesMicrophone Master Out Video Increase Set the Audio Output Gain Control for the Master AudioIncrease or Decrease the Audio Output Gain by One Step DecreaseCommunication Protocol Protocol DefinitionsReset Machine Switch Groups Instruction Codes0111 1000 1001 +23 Limited Warranty 2900-000155 REV