Kramer VP-550X

Kramer Electronics Ltd.
VP-550X - Operating and Controlling VP-550X
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Viewing Device Information
Device information includes the selected source, the input and output resolutions, and the
software version.
To view the information:
1. On the front panel press MENU. The menu appears.
2. Select Info and view the following information: Source, Inputs, Outputs, and Version
(current firmware version).
Device information is viewed.
Performing Factory Reset
VP-550X enables you to do a soft reset or full reset through the front panel MENU buttons.
To perform factory reset:
1. On the front panel press MENU. The menu appears.
2. Select Factory and select either Reset (full reset) or a Soft Reset (excluding Ethernet
parameters), then click Yes.
Wait for completion of factory reset (resolution is set to Native).
Operating via Ethernet
You can connect to the VP-550X via Ethernet using either of the following methods:
• Directly to the PC using a crossover cable (see (see Connecting the Ethernet Port
Directly to a PC on page 19).
• Via a network hub, switch, or router, using a straight-through cable (see Connecting the
Ethernet Port via a Network Hub or Switch on page 21).
If you want to connect via a router and your IT system is based on IPv6, speak to your IT
department for specific installation instructions.
For information about Ethernet configurations, (see Changing Ethernet Settings on page 29).
Connecting the Ethernet Port Directly to a PC
You can connect the Ethernet port of the VP-550X directly to the Ethernet port on your PC
using a crossover cable with RJ-45 connectors.
This type of connection is recommended for identifying the VP-550X with the factory
configured default IP address.
After connecting the VP-550X to the Ethernet port, configure your PC as follows:
1. Click Start > Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center.