Kramer Electronics user manual Operating the VP-81SIDN Remotely

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9 Operating the VP-81SIDN Remotely

The VP-81SIDNcan be controlled remotely using all of the following methods:

The Step-in Controller software (see Section 9.1)

Step-In Commander panels

Contact closure switches (for connecting, see Section 6.2)

RS-485 (for connecting, see Section 6.4) or RS-232 (for connecting, see Section 6.3) serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system, PC or other serial controller

Ethernet over a LAN (for connecting, see Section 6.5)

Remotely using the Kramer RC-IR3 Infrared Remote Control Transmitter (refer to the RC IR3 user manual) or the infrared remote extension cable transmitter

9.1Operating the VP-81SIDN Using the Controller Software

Before attempting to connect, perform the procedures described in Section 6.4.

The Step-In Software requires the following:

Windows™ XP, Vista or Windows™ 7

Microsoft .Net Framework version 3

To install the Step-In Software, download the software and run the setup file. After installation, running the Step-In Software for the first time displays a window similar to that shown in Figure 12.

The VP-81SIDNcan operate in either secure mode or unsecure mode. The factory default mode is unsecure. In the secure mode, access can be via either Admin or User (see Section 9.1.3). When in unsecure mode, full access is granted without Admin authorization.

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Contents VP-81SIDN Page Figures Remote Input Selection Switch Wiring Introduction Safety Instructions Getting StartedAchieving the Best Performance Recycling Kramer Products Overview About the Power Connect Feature Using Twisted Pair cablesUsing the IR Transmitter for the VP-81SIDN Defining the VP-81SIDN 8x1 Digital Step-In Switcher Feature FunctionDefines the rear panel of the VP-81SIDN Switcher Installing in a Rack Connecting the VP-81SIDN 8x1 Digital Step- In Switcher Connecting the VP-81SIDN 8x1 Digital Step-In SwitcherPage Connecting to a Balanced Audio Acceptor Terminal Description NumberRemote Input Selection Switch Wiring To connect to the VP-81SIDN via RS-232 Connecting to the VP-81SIDN via RS-485Connecting and Controlling Multiple VP-81SIDN Devices To connect a device with a RS-485 port to the VP-81SIDNTo connect up to four VP-81SIDN devices Connecting the Ethernet Port Directly to a PC Local Area Connection Properties Window Internet Protocol Version 6 Properties Window Connecting the Ethernet Port via a Network Hub or Switch Control Configuration via the Ethernet PortOperating the VP-81SIDN Locally Selecting an InputTo select an input Setting the Audio Output Volume Muting the Input when using Step-In CommandersResetting all Input Priorities to the Default Selecting an OutputTo lock and unlock the front panel buttons Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel ButtonsMuting and unmuting the Audio To mute and unmute the audio outputReading the Current RS-485 Device Number Configuring and Maintaining the VP-81SIDNSetting the RS-485 Device Number To read the current RS-485 machine numberSetting the RS-485 Bus Termination Resetting to the Factory Default SettingsUpgrading the Firmware Operating the VP-81SIDN Using the Controller Software Operating the VP-81SIDN RemotelyFollowing table describes the main window features Output Volume Slider Feature DescriptionAuthorized Users Step-In Software Menu BarMenu Bar Sub Menu Description Options Logging in as Admin Connecting to the DeviceTo log in as admin Switching an Input to an Output To switch an input to an outputSwitching and Selecting an Input when using the VP-81SIDN Input SelectionMuting the Audio Output Changing the Output VolumeTo change the output volume To mute the audio outputChanging the Priority of an Input Changing the Input and Output Button Icons and LabelsTo change an input/output button icon and label Resetting the Device Updating the FirmwareSetting the IP Network Parameters Setting Multiple Cascaded DevicesTo set the number of devices VP-81SIDN Operating the VP-81SIDN Remotely Wiring the DGKat TP RJ-45 Connectors Wire ColorDo not use a crossed TP cable with this product Technical Specifications InputsDefault Communication Parameters RS-232Ethernet Host Message Format ProtocolKramer Protocol 3000 Syntax Device Message FormatCommand Terms Command Forms Kramer Protocol 3000 CommandsEntering Commands Chaining CommandsLdfw Page Safety Warning