Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
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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 Groups1, which 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 VM-4HD HD/SD - SDI Distributor is a high performance 1:4 distributor for all SDI video signals. In particular, the VM-4HD: Accepts one input and distributes the signal to 4 identical outputs using BNC connectors Has a video bandwidth of 1.485GHz that allows it to be used for standard definition and high definition serial digital video signals (SD/HD-SDI) Is SMPTE 292M, 259M and 344M compliant and supports data rates of 143, 177, 270, 360, 540, 1483.
Your VM-4HD HD/SD - SDI Distributor 4 Your VM-4HD HD/SD - SDI Distributor Figure 1 and Table 1 define the VM-4HD HD/SD - SDI Distributor: Figure 1: VM-4HD HD1/SD2 - SDI Distributor Table 1: VM-4HD HD/SD - SDI Distributor Features # 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Feature 12V DC OUT BNC connectors INPUT BNC connector HD1 LED SDI SD2 LED LOCK LED ON LED Function +12V DC connector for powering the unit Connects to the SDI acceptors (from 1 to 4) Connects to the SDI source Blue LED illuminates when the SDI signal is HD1 Gre
Connecting the VM-4HD HD/SD - SDI Distributor 5 Connecting the VM-4HD HD/SD - SDI Distributor To connect the VM-4HD, as the example in Figure 2 illustrates, do the following: 1. Connect a HD/SD SDI video source (for example, an HD/SD SDI camera) to the INPUT BNC connector. 2. Connect up to1 4 video OUT BNC connectors to the appropriate HD /SD SDI video acceptors (for example, HD/SD SDI displays). 3. Connect the 12V DC power adapter to the power socket and connect the adapter to the mains electricity.
Technical Specifications 6 Technical Specifications Table 2 includes the technical specifications: Table 2: Technical Specifications1 of the VM-4HD HD/SD - SDI Distributor INPUTS: OUTPUTS: MAX. OUTPUT LEVEL: MAX. DATA RATE: COUPLING: POWER SOURCE: DIMENSIONS: WEIGHT: ACCESSORIES: OPTIONS: 1 SMPTE-259M, 292M, 344M serial video, 75 ohms on a BNC connector 4 equalized and reclocked SMPTE-259M, 292M, 344M outputs 75 ohms on BNC connectors 800mVpp /75 ohms 1.485Gbps AC 12 V DC, 250mA 12cm x 7.5cm x 2.5cm (4.
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 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.
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 P/N: 2900- 000062 Rev: 2 Kramer Electronics, Ltd. Web site: www.kramerelectronics.com E-mail: info@kramerel.
