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Introduction 

 

1  Introduction 

Welcome to Kramer Electronics (since 1981): a world of unique, creative and 

affordable solutions to the infinite range of problems that confront the video, 

audio and presentation professional on a daily basis. In recent years, we have 

redesigned and upgraded most of our line, making the best even better! Our 

500-plus different models now appear in 8 Groups

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, which are clearly defined 

by function. Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer 

VP-727T

 Presentation 

Switcher Control Panel

, which is ideal for staging events, as well as: 

 

Presentation applications that require a preview option 

 

Projection systems in conference rooms, board rooms, auditoriums, 

hotels, and churches 

1.1  About the VP-727T Presentation Switcher Control Panel 

The Kramer 

VP-727T

 

Presentation Switcher Control Panel

 is used to control 

the

 VP-727

 

Universal Presentation Matrix Switcher / Scaler

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. The Kramer 

VP-727T

 lets you remotely control switcher functions such as input selection, 

transition effects (that include cut, fade, and wipes) and transition speed. 
Note that the 

VP-727

 needs firmware package Master FW 1.03 (Ver. 1.03) 

(or higher) to work with the 

VP-727T

The package includes: the 

VP-727T

,

 

gooseneck lamp, null-modem adapter, 

power supply, rack ears kit

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, table-top brackets, and this user manual

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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 

2.1  Quick Start 

This Quick start chart summarizes the basic steps when connecting a 

VP-727T

                                                       

 

1 GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Video and Audio Switchers, Matrix Switchers and Controllers; GROUP 3: 
Video,  Audio,  VGA/XGA  Processors;  GROUP  4:  Interfaces  and  Sync  Processors;  GROUP  5:  Twisted  Pair  Interfaces; 
GROUP 6: Accessories and Rack Adapters; GROUP 7: Scan Converters and Scalers; and GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors 
2  A  true  multi-standard  video  to  graphics  scaler  and  seamless  switcher  with  8  universal  inputs  comprised  of  5  BNC 
connectors each of  which can accommodate  a composite  video, s-Video (Y/C), component  video (RGB/YUV), RGBS, or 
RGBHV signal. It has dual scalers, one for the preview and the other for the program output. Dual scalers are required to do 
"live" seamless transitions from one source to another 
3 A pair of rack ears, two spacers and ten screws 
4 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from the Internet at this URL: http://www.kramerelectronics.com 

Summary of Contents for VP-727T

Page 1: ...Kramer Electronics Ltd USER MANUAL Model VP 727T Presentation Switcher Control Panel...

Page 2: ...omatically 15 9 Technical Specifications 15 Figures Figure 1 VP 727T Presentation Switcher Control Panel 4 Figure 2 VP 727T Presentation Switcher Control Panel Side Panel 6 Figure 3 Cut Out Dimensions...

Page 3: ...igher to work with the VP 727T The package includes the VP 727T gooseneck lamp null modem adapter power supply rack ears kit3 table top brackets and this user manual4 2 Getting Started We recommend th...

Page 4: ...panel dedicated specifically to control the VP 727 It is ergonomically and aesthetically designed in a rugged professional 19 4U rack mountable metal enclosure with the button layout in the style of t...

Page 5: ...your switcher is rack mounted near to the source devices you can conveniently place the VP 727T on a table or desk away from the equipment rack Has a gooseneck lamp included that can be plugged into t...

Page 6: ...KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Your VP 727T Presentation Switcher Control Panel 4 Figure 1 VP 727T Presentation Switcher Control Panel...

Page 7: ...down see section 8 2 19 SPEED Knob Adjusts the TAKE button transition speed 20 TAKE Button5 Pressing TAKE causes the transition to occur automatically 21 PREVIEW LED Lights when the T bar Controller...

Page 8: ...3 MACH 4 Connects to the RS 485 port1 on the VP 727 which is recognized as machine 4 4 MACH 3 Connects to the RS 485 port1 on the VP 727 which is recognized as machine 3 5 MACH 2 Connects to the RS 4...

Page 9: ...t the location where you want to insert the VP 727T Figure 3 illustrates the cut out template not to scale defining the surface that you have to cut out to install your VP 727T Figure 3 Cut Out Dimens...

Page 10: ...rough the Bracket Slits 4 Be sure that the upper outer rim is situated parallel to the edge of the desktop 5 Screw the mounting butterfly screws until they reach the desktop surface from the underneat...

Page 11: ...ine in the rack before you attach any cables or connect the machine to the power If you are using a Kramer rack adapter kit for a machine that is not 19 see the Rack Adapters user manual for installat...

Page 12: ...machine 3 MACH 4 to the RS 485 port of the VP 727 which will be recognized as machine 4 2 Connect the 12V DC power adapter to the power socket and connect the adapter to the mains electricity not ill...

Page 13: ...Connecting the VP 727T 11 Figure 7 Connecting the VP 727T...

Page 14: ...terminal block ports of the VP 727T to the respective VP 727 machine connect the A PIN of the VP 727T to the A PIN of the VP 727 B PIN of the VP 727T to the B PIN of the VP 727 If shielded twisted pai...

Page 15: ...adapter Connect the RS 232 DB9 port on your PC to the RS 232 DB9 rear panel port on the VP 727T unit forming a cross connection1 as Figure 9 illustrates DB9 ToPresentation Switcher Scaler DB9 FromPC...

Page 16: ...on 8 2 8 1 Using the VP 727T WIPE DIRECTION Buttons To set the wipe direction use the WIPE DIRECTION buttons2 see Table 3 Table 3 Defining the WIPE DIRECTIONS Buttons EFFECTS WIPE DIRECTIONS Wipe Choi...

Page 17: ...he speed setting is controlled via the setting in the VP 727 OSD menu Pressing the TAKE button5 causes the transition to occur automatically 9 Technical Specifications Table 4 includes the technical s...

Page 18: ...ct fire water lightning orother acts of nature ii Product modification or failure tofollowinstructions suppliedwith theproduct iii Repairorattemptedrepairby anyonenot authorized byKramer iv Anyshipmen...

Page 19: ...or the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit our Web site www kramerelectronics com where updates to this user manual may be found We welcome your questions commen...

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