Manual

Getting Started
KRAMER ELECTRONICS, LTD.
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The package includes the following items:
 VM-42 Video Switcher - Distributor
 Power cord
 This user manual
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
3 Overview
The unique and versatile VM-42 Video Switcher - Distributor combines the
functions of a composite video switcher and a distribution amplifier. The
VM-42 Video Switcher - Distributor is a 4x1 vertical interval switcher, with
each of the 4 inputs also operating as a 1:2 distribution amplifier.
The VM-42 Video Switcher - Distributor is linkable in any of the following
combinations:
 4 x 1 Switcher
 1 x 1:8 DA
 4 x 1:2 DA
 2 x 1:4 DA
 1 x 1:6 + 1 x 1:2 DA
Achieving the best performance means:
 Connecting only good quality connection cables, thus avoiding
interference, deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated
noise levels (often associated with low quality cables)
 Avoiding interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may
adversely influence signal quality and positioning your VM-42 Video Switcher
- Distributor in a location free from moisture and away from excessive
sunlight and dust
4 Your Video Switcher - Distributor
Figure 1 and Tables 1 and 2 define the VM-42 Video Switcher – Distributor: