Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Models:
TP-145, XGA / Audio / Data Line Transmitter
TP-146, UXGA / Audio / Data Line Receiver
Introduction
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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
Thank you for purchasing the Kramer TOOLS TP-145 XGA/Audio/Data Line
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Presentation and multimedia applications
Long range graphics distribution for schools, hospitals, security, and stores
Each package includes the following items:
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TP-145 or TP-146
Power adapter (12V DC output)
This user manual3
This user manual describes the following Kramer TOOLS™:
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Getting Started
We recommend that you:
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Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging
materials for possible future shipment
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Review the contents of this user manual
Use Kramer high-performance high-resolution cables4
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 Up to WUXGA resolution 1920 x 1200
3 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from http://www.kramerelectronics.com
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Overview
2.1 Quick Start
This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps.
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Overview
The TP-145 and TP-146 are high-performance, Twisted Pair (TP) transmitter and
receivers for computer graphics video (including HDTV), unbalanced stereo audio,
and RS-232 control commands.
The TP-145 converts computer graphics video, unbalanced stereo analog audio,
and RS-232 control commands to a TP signal. The TP-146 converts the TP signal
back into computer graphics video, unbalanced stereo and S/PDIF digital audio,
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Overview
and RS-232 control signals. The TP-145 and TP-146 together form a computer
graphics/audio/control data line transmitter/receiver system.
More specifically, the products feature:
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Resolution up to WUXGA 1920 x 1200
HDTV compatibility
EDID capture and status indication (TP-145)
Simultaneous unbalanced stereo and S/PDIF (24-bit 48kHz) audio outputs
(TP-146)
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Level (gain) and EQ (peaking) controls (TP-146)
Full duplex RS-232 transmission
Increased level of protection against noise, spikes, and interference in adverse
environments
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System range up to 200m (656ft)
3.1 Shielded Twisted Pair/Unshielded Twisted Pair
We recommend that you use Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) cable. There are
different categories of STP cable available and we advise you to use the best
quality STP cable that you can afford. Our non-skew-free cable, Kramer BC-STP
is intended for digital signals and for analog signals where skewing is not an issue.
For cases where there is skewing, our Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) skew-free
cable, Kramer BC-XTP, may be used. Bear in mind though, that we advise using
STP cables where possible, since the compliance to electromagnetic interference
has been tested using STP cables.
Although UTP cable might be preferred for long range applications, the UTP cable
should be installed as far as possible from electric cables, motors, and so on, which
often create electrical interference.
However, since the use of UTP cable might cause non-conformity to
electromagnetic standards, Kramer does not commit to meeting the standard with
UTP cable.
3.2 Defining the EDID
provides to describe its capabilities to a graphics card connected to the display’s
source. The EDID enables the source, such as a PC, to “know” what kind of
monitor is connected to the output.
The EDID includes information, such as, the name of the manufacturer, product
type, timing data supported by the display, display size, luminance data, and (for
digital displays only) the pixel mapping data.
1 EDID is defined by a standard published by the Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA)
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Defining the TP-145/TP-146
The TP-145 can store and recall EDID data in non-volatile memory, allowing
convenient and reliable connection to the source.
3.3 Recommendations for Achieving the Best Performance
To achieve the best performance:
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in signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise levels (often
associated with low-quality cables)
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Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely
influence signal quality, and position your Kramer TP-145/TP-146 away
from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust
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Defining the TP-145/TP-146
This section defines the:
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4.1 Defining the TP-145 XGA/Audio/Data Line Transmitter
The TP-145 is a high-performance transmitter that accepts:
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A computer graphics input signal
An unbalanced stereo analog audio signal
RS-232 control commands
The TP-145 encodes the signals and transmits them over TP cable to a TP-146
receiver. The stereo analog audio signal is converted to a digital audio (S/PDIF)
stream before transmission, thus preserving the quality of the audio source signals.
Commands and data can flow in both directions simultaneously via the RS-232
interface, allowing status requests and control of the destination unit.
When the TP-145 is connected to a display device and the EDID CAPTURE
button is pressed, the TP-145 reads and stores the EDID (Extended Display
Identification Data) from the display device. This prevents the problem whereby a
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Defining the TP-145/TP-146
source (for example, a PC), fails to output video because it was not connected to
the display device when attempting to read its EDID.
Figure 1: TP-145 XGA/Audio/Data Line Transmitter Front and Rear Panels
Table 1: TP-145 XGA/Audio/Data Line Transmitter Front and Rear Panel Features
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Feature
EDID CAPTURE Button
EDID STATUS LED
Function
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Press to capture the EDID
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Lights Green when the EDID has been successfully captured
Lights Green when the unit receives power
ON LED
XGA IN 15-pin HD (F) Connector
LINE OUT RJ-45 Connector
RS-232 Terminal Block
AUDIO IN 3.5mm Mini Connector
12V DC Power Connector
Connect to the UXGA source
Connect to the LINE IN RJ-45 connector on the TP-146
Connect to the analog audio source
Connect to the supplied +12V DC power adapter. Center conductor positive
4.2 Defining the TP-146 UXGA/Audio/Data Line Receiver
The TP-146 is a high-performance receiver that accepts the computer graphics
signal/audio/control data from the Kramer TP-145 via TP cabling at its RJ-45
LINE IN input. The TP-146 outputs a computer graphics signal, an unbalanced
stereo analog audio signal, a converted digital audio (S/PDIF) signal, and bi-
directional RS-232 control commands and data. The RS-232 interface makes it
possible to control virtually any device over a transmission range of up to 200m
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Defining the TP-145/TP-146
(660ft) with a Kramer TP-141/145 transmitter over TP cabling. In addition, the
TP-146 features:
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Level and Equalization control for the UXGA signal
The capability to change the polarity of the vertical and horizontal sync signals
24 bit 48kHz S/PDIF digital audio
Figure 2: TP-146 UXGA/Audio/Data Line Receiver Front and Rear Panels
Table 2: TP-146 UXGA/Audio/Data Line Receiver Front and Rear Panel Features
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Feature
Function
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LINK LED
Lights green when a link is established
Adjusts the output signal level
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LEVEL Trimmer
Adjusts the cable compensation equalization level
Lights green when the unit receives power
Connect to the UXGA acceptor
ON LED
UXGA OUT 15-pin HD (F) Connector
LINE IN RJ-45 Connector
RS-232 Terminal Block
ANALOG 3.5mm Mini
Connect to the controlled unit
Connect to the analog audio acceptor
AUDIO
OUT
Connector
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S/PDIF RCA Connector
Connect to the digital audio acceptor
10 12V DC Connector
Connect to the supplied +12V DC power adapter. Center pin
positive
1 Degradation and UXGA signal loss can result from using long cables (due to stray capacitance), sometimes leading to a total loss of
sharpness in high-resolution signals
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Connecting the TP-145 and the TP-146
4.2.1 Internal Polarity and Sync Mode Switches
the TP-146.
Note: You need to open the TP-146 unit to gain access to the Hs and Vs polarity
and video selection switches which are located on the lower part of the printed
circuit board next to the ON LED. After setting the switches, close the TP-146.
Figure 3: TP-146 Internal Polarity Switches
Table 3: TP-146 Internal Polarity Switches and Descriptions
Switch/Jumper
Function
SW1 Horizontal Sync Switch Slide up to set the H Sync to positive polarity
Slide down to set the H Sync to negative polarity
Default = up (positive polarity)
SW2 Vertical Sync Switch
Slide up to set the V Sync to positive polarity
Slide down to set the V Sync to negative polarity
Default = up (positive polarity)
SW3 Video Selection Switch Slide left to set the video to RGBHV/VGA
Slide right to set the video to Component/Composite video with sync
Default = left (RGBHV/VGA video)
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Connecting the TP-145 and the TP-146
You can use the TP-145 UXGA/Audio/Data Line Transmitter and the TP-146
UXGA/Audio/Data Line Receiver to configure a TP transmitter and receiver system
that transmit video, audio, and RS-232 control signals via TP cable.
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Connecting the TP-145 and the TP-146
Figure 4: Connecting the UXGA/Audio/Data Line Transmitter/Receiver System
To connect the TP-145 and the TP-146 to create a TP transmitter and receiver
1. On the TP-145, connect:
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A UXGA source (for example, the graphics card on a laptop) to the
UXGA IN 15-pin HD (F) connector
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An audio source to the AUDIO IN 3.5mm mini connector, for example,
using a Kramer C-GMA/GMA cable (VGA 15-pin HD (M) +Audio jack
to VGA 15-pin HD (M) +Audio jack)1
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An RS-232 cable with a 9-pin D-sub connector at one end to the laptop, and a
2. On the TP-146, connect:
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The UXGA OUT 15-pin HD (F) connector to the AV display system
The S/PDIF AUDIO OUT RCA connector to a digital AV Receiver
1 Not supplied. The full list of Kramer cables is available from http://www.kramerelectronics.com. Alternatively, you can connect a
UXGA source to the UXGA IN 15-pin HD (F) connector, and a separate audio source to the AUDIO IN 3.5mm mini connector
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Connecting the TP-145 and the TP-146
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An RS-232 cable with a 3 pin terminal block connector at one end to the
the RS-232 port on the AV display system
to the LINE IN RJ-45 connector on the TP-146.
4. Connect the power adapter to the power socket on the TP-145 and/or TP-146
(if needed), and connect the adapter(s) to the mains electricity.
5. On the TP-146:
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If necessary, adjust the video output signal level and/or cable
compensation equalization level with a flat screwdriver
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If necessary, set the horizontal sync switches, vertical sync switches, and
5.1 Transmitting via RS-232
It is possible to transmit data (for example, using a PC) between the TP-145 and
TP-146 via the RS-232 terminal block.
Prepare an RS-232 cable with a 9-pin D-sub connector at one end, and a 3 pin
Table 4: RS-232 Pinout Connection
Terminal
Block
9-pin D-sub
Connector
TxD
Pin 2
RxD
Pin 3
Pin 5
GND
Figure 5: RS-232 Pinout Connection
5.2 Wiring the Twisted Pair RJ-45 Connectors
When using STP cable, connect/solder the cable shield to the RJ-45 connector shield.
RJ-45 connectors.
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Acquiring the EDID
Table 5: TP Connector Pinout
EIA /TIA 568A
EIA /TIA 568B
PIN Wire Color
PIN
Wire Color
Green/White
Green
12345678
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Orange/White
Orange
Orange/White
Blue
Green/White
Blue
Blue/White
Orange
Blue/White
Green
Brown/White
Brown
Brown/White
Brown
Pair 1 4 and 5
Pair 2 3 and 6
Pair 3 1 and 2
Pair 4 7 and 8
Pair 1
Pair 2
Pair 3
Pair 4
4 and 5
1 and 2
3 and 6
7 and 8
12 45 78
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Figure 6: TP Connector
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Acquiring the EDID
The TP-145 transmitter can capture the EDID information from a display device.
To load the default EDID:
1. Plug the 12V DC power adapter into the power socket on the TP-145 and
connect the adapter to the mains electricity.
2. With no display device connected to the TP-145, press the EDID CAPTURE button.
3. The EDID STATUS LED flashes rapidly several times and the new EDID is copied.
To capture the EDID information from a display device:
TP-145 to the input XGA connector of the display.
2. Connect power to the display and switch it on.
3. Plug the 12V DC power adapter into the power socket on the TP-145 and to
the mains electricity.
4. Press the EDID CAPTURE button.
5. The EDID STATUS LED flashes slowly several times and the EDID is captured.
6. Disconnect the display.
1 For example, Kramer model number C-MGM/MGM-1
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Technical Specifications
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Technical Specifications
Table 6: Technical Specifications of the TP-145 and TP-146
TP-145
TP-146
INPUTS:
Video: 1 XGA on a 15-pin HD connector
Audio: 1 Analog 3.5mm mini connector
1 RJ-45 LINE IN connector
OUTPUTS:
1 RJ-45 OUT TP connector
Video: 1 UXGA on a 15-pin HD connector
Audio: 1 S/PDIF RCA connector
1 Analog 3.5mm mini connector
PORTS:
1 RS-232 bidirectional terminal block
Up to WUXGA, 1080p
RESOLUTION:
MAX. OUTPUT
LEVEL:
Video: 1.6V
Audio: 2.3V
CONTROLS:
EDID capture button
Level: –7.5dB to +4.4dB,
EQ.: 0dB to +33dBm (130m) @ 50MHz
RS-232 BAUD RATE: Up to 19200kbps
RS-232 MODE:
BANDWIDTH:
S/N RATIO:
Full-duplex
Audio: 20Hz – 20kHz @0.5dB
Audio: <–80dB
TOTAL GAIN:
Audio:
Analog/analog: 0dB
Analog/SPDIF: –12dBFS
COUPLING:
TND+N:
AC
Audio: <0.01%
12V DC 180mA
POWER SOURCE:
DIMENSIONS:
WEIGHT:
12V DC 370mA
12.0cm x 7.8cm x 2.5cm (4.7" x 3.1" x 1.0") W, D, H
0.18kg. (0.4lbs.) approx.
ACCESSORIES:
Power supply
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LIMITED WARRANTY
Kramer Electronics (hereafter Kramer) warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the
following terms.
HOW LONGIS THE WARRANTY
Labor and parts are warranted for seven years from the date of the first customer purchase.
WHO IS PROTECTED?
Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty.
WHAT IS COVERED AND WHAT IS NOT COVERED
Except as below, this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product. The following are not covered
by thewarranty:
1. Any product which is not distributed by Kramer, or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer. If you are
uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized, please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the Web site
2. Any product, on which the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed, or on which the WARRANTY VOID
IF TAMPERED sticker has been torn, reattached, removed or otherwise interfered with.
3. Damage, deterioration ormalfunctionresultingfrom:
i) Accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, fire, water, lightning orotheractsofnature
ii) Product modification, orfailureto followinstructions supplied with theproduct
iii) Repairorattemptedrepairby anyonenot authorized byKramer
iv) Anyshipment oftheproduct(claims must bepresentedtothe carrier)
v) Removalorinstallationoftheproduct
vi) Anyothercause, whichdoes not relateto aproduct defect
vii) Cartons, equipment enclosures, cables or accessoriesusedinconjunctionwiththeproduct
WHAT WE WILLPAY FOR AND WHAT WE WILLNOT PAY FOR
Wewill pay laborand material expensesforcovered items.Wewill notpayforthefollowing:
1. Removal orinstallationscharges.
2. Costs of initial technical adjustments (set-up), including adjustment of user controls or programming. These costs are the
responsibility oftheKramerdealerfromwhomtheproduct was purchased.
3. Shipping charges.
HOW YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE
1. To obtain service on you product, you must take or ship it prepaid to any authorized Kramer service center.
2. Whenever warranty service is required, the original dated invoice (or a copy) must be presented as proof of warranty
coverage, and should be included in any shipment of the product. Please also include in any mailing a contact name,
company, address, and a description of the problem(s).
3. For the name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center, consult your authorized dealer.
LIMITATION OFIMPLIED WARRANTIES
All implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited in duration to
the length of this warranty.
EXCLUSION OFDAMAGES
The liability of Kramer for any effective products is limited to the repair or replacement of the product at our option. Kramer shall
not beliable for:
1. Damage to otherproperty caused by defects inthis product, damages basedupon inconvenience, loss ofuseof theproduct, loss
oftime, commercialloss; or:
2. Any other damages, whether incidental, consequential or otherwise. Some countries may not allow limitations on how long an
implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above
limitations andexclusions maynot applytoyou.
Thiswarranty gives youspecificlegalrights, andyou may alsohaveotherrights, which varyfromplacetoplace.
NOTE:Allproducts returned to Kramerforservicemust havepriorapproval.Thismay be obtained fromyourdealer.
Thisequipment has been testedtodeterminecompliancewith therequirements of:
EN-50081:
"Electromagneticcompatibility(EMC);
genericemissionstandard.
Part 1: Residential, commercial and lightindustry"
"Electromagneticcompatibility(EMC)genericimmunitystandard.
Part 1: Residential, commercialand lightindustryenvironment".
FCC* Rules and Regulations:
EN-50082:
CFR-47:
Part 15: “Radio frequency devices
Subpart B Unintentional radiators”
CAUTION!
Servicing the machines can only be done by an authorized Kramer technician. Any user who makes changes or
modifications to the unit without the expressed approval of the manufacturer will void user authority to operate the
equipment.
UsethesuppliedDCpowersupply to feed power to themachine.
Pleaseuserecommended interconnection cablestoconnect themachineto other components.
* FCCand CEapproved using STPcable(fortwisted pairproducts)
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For 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, comments, and feedback.
Safety Warning:
Disconnect the unit from the power supply before
opening/servicing.
Caution
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