Kramer Electronics user manual VP-81SIDN Operating the VP-81SIDN Remotely

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3.Either:

Manually select the number of devices

OR

Select Auto.

The Step-In Software scans the RS-485 bus for active devices. This may take a few minutes

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Contents VP-81SIDN Page Figures Remote Input Selection Switch Wiring Introduction Achieving the Best Performance Safety InstructionsGetting Started Recycling Kramer Products Overview Using the IR Transmitter for the VP-81SIDN About the Power Connect FeatureUsing Twisted Pair cables 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 Connecting and Controlling Multiple VP-81SIDN Devices Connecting to the VP-81SIDN via RS-485To connect to the VP-81SIDN via RS-232 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 Control Configuration via the Ethernet Port Connecting the Ethernet Port via a Network Hub or SwitchTo select an input Operating the VP-81SIDN LocallySelecting an Input Resetting all Input Priorities to the Default Muting the Input when using Step-In CommandersSetting the Audio Output Volume Selecting an OutputMuting and unmuting the Audio Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel ButtonsTo lock and unlock the front panel buttons To mute and unmute the audio outputSetting the RS-485 Device Number Configuring and Maintaining the VP-81SIDNReading the Current RS-485 Device Number To read the current RS-485 machine 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 SliderMenu Bar Sub Menu Description Options Authorized UsersStep-In Software Menu Bar To log in as admin Logging in as AdminConnecting to the Device To switch an input to an output Switching an Input to an OutputInput Selection Switching and Selecting an Input when using the VP-81SIDNTo change the output volume Changing the Output VolumeMuting the Audio Output To mute the audio outputTo change an input/output button icon and label Changing the Priority of an InputChanging the Input and Output Button Icons and Labels Updating the Firmware Resetting the DeviceTo set the number of devices Setting the IP Network ParametersSetting Multiple Cascaded Devices VP-81SIDN Operating the VP-81SIDN Remotely Do not use a crossed TP cable with this product Wiring the DGKat TP RJ-45 ConnectorsWire Color Inputs Technical SpecificationsEthernet Default Communication ParametersRS-232 Kramer Protocol 3000 Syntax ProtocolHost Message Format Device Message FormatCommand Terms Entering Commands Kramer Protocol 3000 CommandsCommand Forms Chaining CommandsLdfw Page Safety Warning