Kramer Electronics VP-81SIDN user manual Updating the Firmware, Resetting the Device

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3.Either:

Select the required icon from the list (you can save custom icons in the \Kramer Electronics\StepIn Controller\Images directory)

OR

Click Select icon from file and browse to the icon directory

4.Click OK.

The button characteristics are changed.

9.1.11Updating the Firmware

To update the firmware you must be logged in as Admin. To update the firmware:

1.Download the latest firmware file from http://www.kramerelectronics.com.

2.Click Unit > Firmware Update.

3.Browse to the firmware file that you downloaded.

4.Click Open.

The device firmware is loaded.

Note: Do not interrupt the uploading process or the device may be damaged.

5.When the process is complete, reset the device (see Section 9.1.12).

9.1.12Resetting the Device

To reset the device you must be logged in as Admin. To reset the device:

1.Click Unit > Reset.

2.Click OK.

The device is reset.

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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 Feature Function Defining the VP-81SIDN 8x1 Digital Step-In SwitcherDefines 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 Terminal Description Number Connecting to a Balanced Audio AcceptorRemote Input Selection Switch Wiring To connect a device with a RS-485 port to the VP-81SIDN Connecting to the VP-81SIDN via RS-485Connecting and Controlling Multiple VP-81SIDN Devices To connect to the VP-81SIDN via RS-232To 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 Control Configuration via the Ethernet Port Connecting the Ethernet Port via a Network Hub or SwitchOperating the VP-81SIDN Locally Selecting an InputTo select an input Selecting an Output Muting the Input when using Step-In CommandersResetting all Input Priorities to the Default Setting the Audio Output VolumeTo mute and unmute the audio output Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel ButtonsMuting and unmuting the Audio To lock and unlock the front panel buttonsTo read the current RS-485 machine number Configuring and Maintaining the VP-81SIDNSetting the RS-485 Device Number Reading the Current RS-485 Device NumberResetting to the Factory Default Settings Setting the RS-485 Bus TerminationUpgrading the Firmware Operating the VP-81SIDN Remotely Operating the VP-81SIDN Using the Controller SoftwareFollowing table describes the main window features Feature Description Output Volume SliderAuthorized Users Step-In Software Menu BarMenu Bar Sub Menu Description Options Logging in as Admin Connecting to the DeviceTo log in as admin To switch an input to an output Switching an Input to an OutputInput Selection Switching and Selecting an Input when using the VP-81SIDNTo mute the audio output Changing the Output VolumeTo change the output volume Muting 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 Updating the Firmware Resetting the DeviceSetting 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 Inputs Technical SpecificationsDefault Communication Parameters RS-232Ethernet Device Message Format ProtocolKramer Protocol 3000 Syntax Host Message FormatCommand Terms Chaining Commands Kramer Protocol 3000 CommandsEntering Commands Command FormsLdfw Page Safety Warning