Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
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Introduction 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 groups 1 that are clearly defined by function.
Getting Started 2.1 Quick Start This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps.
Overview 3 Overview The Kramer VM-2HDCPxl is an HDCP (High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection) compatible 1:2 distribution amplifier for DVI-D (Digital) signals. Since high-resolution DVI signals are very sensitive to cable quality and to PCB layout, the VM-2HDCPxl uses a uniquely designed PCB which includes all buffering, conditioning and amplifying circuitry to provide two high-level output signals.
Overview 3.2 Defining EDID The Extended Display Identification Data (EDID 1) is a data-structure, provided by a display, to describe its capabilities to the source. The EDID enables the VM-2HDCPxl to “know” what kind of monitor is connected to the output. The EDID includes the manufacturer’s name, the product type, the timing data supported by the display, the display size, luminance data and (for digital displays only) the pixel mapping data. 3.
Your VM-2HDCPxl 1:2 DVI Distributor 4 Your VM-2HDCPxl 1:2 DVI Distributor Figure 1 and Table 1 define the VM-2HDCPxl: Figure 1: VM-2HDCPxl 1:2 DVI Distributor Table 1: VM-2HDCPxl 1:2 DVI Distributor Features 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 # Feature 5V DC OUTPUT 2 DVI Connector OUTPUT 1 DVI Connector EDID Button INPUT DVI Connector IN LED OUTPUT LEDs 1 8 9 2 ON LED Function +5V DC connector for powering the unit Connect to the DVI acceptor 2 Connect to the DVI acceptor 1 Press to read the EDID of the selected display
Connecting a VM-2HDCPxl 1:2 DVI Distributor 5 Connecting a VM-2HDCPxl 1:2 DVI Distributor To connect the VM-2HDCPxl as illustrated in the example in Figure 2, do the following: 1. Connect a computer graphics source to the INPUT connector. 2. Connect the OUTPUT connectors 1 to one or both DVI acceptors, as follows: OUTPUT 1 connector to DVI acceptor 1 (for example, a display) OUTPUT 2 connector to DVI acceptor 2 (for example, a projector) 3.
Connecting a VM-2HDCPxl 1:2 DVI Distributor 5.1 Acquiring the EDID 1 Initially, the VM-2HDCPxl operates with the factory default EDID 2. This lets you connect the power before connecting one of the acceptors or the source.
Technical Specifications 6 Technical Specifications Table 2 includes the technical specifications: 1 Table 2: Technical Specifications of the VM-2HDCPxl 1:2 DVI Distributor INPUT: OUTPUTS: COMPLIANCE WITH STANDARDS: MAX RESOLUTION: BANDWIDTH: CONTROLS: POWER SOURCE: DIMENSIONS: WEIGHT: ACCESSORIES: OPTIONS: 1 DVI, 1.2Vpp on a DVI Molex 24-pin female connector; DDC signal 5Vpp (TTL) 2 DVI, 1.2Vpp on DVI Molex 24-pin female connectors; DDC signal 5Vpp (TTL) Supports DVI 1.
LIMITED WARRANTY Kramer Electronics (hereafter Kramer) warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms. HOW LONG IS THE WARRANTY Labor and parts are warranted for three 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.
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 Kramer Electronics, Ltd. Web site: www.kramerelectronics.com E-mail: info@kramerel.
