Kramer VP-14xl Manuals

Kramer Electronics, Ltd. USER MANUAL Model: VP-14xl RS-232 Port Extender Contents i Contents 1 Introduction 1 2 Getting Started 1 2.1 Quick Start 1 3 Overview 3 4 Defining the VP-14xl RS-232 Port Extender 4 5 Connecting the VP-14xl RS-232 Port Extender 5 6 Setting the DIP-switches on the VP-14xl 6 6.1 Setting the RS-485 Bus Termination 6 6.2 Setting the ADDR DIP-switches 7 6.3 Setting the BAUD DIP-switches 7 6.4 Selecting Hardware/Software Mode 7 6.5 Hardware Mode 8 6.6 Software Mode 8 7 Technical Specifications 8 8 Serial Port Pinouts 9 9 Table of Hex Codes for Serial Communication (Protocol 2000) 9 Figures Figure 1: VP-14xl RS-232 Port Extender Front and Rear Panels 4 Figure 2: Connecting the VP-14xl RS-232 Port Extender 5 Figure 3: VP-14xl DIP-switches 6 Tables Table 1: VP-14xl RS-232 Port Extender Front and Rear Panel Features 4 Table 2: VP-14xl DIP-switch Functions 6 Table 3: Hardware Mode Reply Source DIP-switch Setting 7 Table 4: Software Mode RS-485 Machine Number DIP-switch Setting 7 Table 5: Serial Port Baud Rate DIP-switch Setting 7 Table 6: Technical Specifications of the VP-14xl RS-232 Port Extender 8 Table 7: 9-Pin D-sub Serial Port Pinouts 9 Table 8: Protocol Command Definition 9 Table 9: Instruction Codes for the VP-14xl 10 Table 10: Sample VP-14xl Control Commands 10 Introduction 1 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 groups1 Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer Tools™ VP-14xl RS-232 Port Extender. This product is ideal for: that are clearly defined by function. • Converting USB and RS-485 interfaces to RS-232 interfaces • Monitoring several RS-232 controlled machines via one PC port • Inter-communication between several serially controlled machines The package includes the following items: • VP-14xl RS-232 Port Extender • Mounting bracket • Power adapter2 • This user manual (5V DC output) 3 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 • Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables4 2.1 Quick Start This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps. 1 GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Matrix Switchers; GROUP 3: Control Systems; GROUP 4: Format/Standards Converters; GROUP 5: Range Extenders and Repeaters; GROUP 6: Specialty AV Products; GROUP 7: Scan Converters and Scalers; GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors; GROUP 9: Room Connectivity; GROUP 10: Accessories and Rack Adapters; GROUP 11: Sierra Products 2 As an option, you can purchase the Kramer VA-100P-5 10 Port Universal 5-Volt Power Supply enabling you to supply power to up to 10 Kramer devices that require 5V DC 3 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from http://www.kramerelectronics.com 4 The complete list of Kramer cables is available from http://www.kramerelectronics.com KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Getting Started 2