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 KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY
Overview 3 Overview The Kramer VP-6A is a high performance distribution amplifier for computer graphics (UXGA) video and audio signals. The VP-6A accepts: One computer graphics input: provides correct buffering and isolation, and distributes the signal to six outputs on 15-pin HD connectors, and one twisted pair output A stereo audio input signal: either1 an unbalanced stereo audio input signal on a 3.5mm mini jack, or a balanced stereo audio input signal on a 5-pin terminal block connector.
Your VP-6A 1:6 UXGA / Audio / +1 CAT5 Distributor 3.1 About the Power Connect Feature The Power Connect feature lets you power a transmitter / receiver system by connecting just one power adapter— to either the transmitter or the receiver. The other unit is fed via the cable connecting between the transmitter/receiver. The Power Connect feature applies as long as the cable can carry power.
Your VP-6A 1:6 UXGA / Audio / +1 CAT5 Distributor Figure 1: Front and Rear Panels of the VP-6A 5
Your VP-6A 1:6 UXGA / Audio / +1 CAT5 Distributor Table 1: Front and Rear Panel Features of the VP-6A # 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Feature POWER Switch UXGA EQ. Trimmer AUDIO LEFT Trimmer LEVEL RIGHT Trimmer BAL. AUDIO INPUT Terminal Block Connector UXGA INPUT HD15F Connector UNBAL/BAL IN SELECT Button 12 UNBAL. AUDIO IN 3.5mm Mini Jack BALANCED AUDIO OUT Terminal Block Connectors UXGA OUT HD15F Connectors UNBALANCED AUDIO OUT 3.
Installing the VP-6A on a Rack 5 Installing the VP-6A on a Rack This section describes what to do before installing on a rack and how to rack mount. Before Installing on a Rack Before installing on a rack, be sure that the environment is within the recommended range: How to Rack Mount To rack-mount a machine: 1 Attach both ear brackets to the machine. To do so, remove the screws from each side of the machine (3 on each side), and replace those screws through the ear brackets.
Using Your VP-6A 1:6 UXGA / Audio / +1 CAT5 Distributor 6 Using Your VP-6A 1:6 UXGA / Audio / +1 CAT5 Distributor The example in Figure 3 illustrates how to output a computer graphics signal (and audio) from a computer to up to six local monitors, as well as how to transmit it over UTP cabling to a TP-122 XGA / Audio Line Receiver. To connect the VP-6A and a TP-122, do the following: 1. Connect a computer graphics source (for example, a computer) to the INPUT HD15F connector and to the UNBAL. AUDIO IN 3.
Using Your VP-6A 1:6 UXGA / Audio / +1 CAT5 Distributor negative sync polarity (or leave them in the left position (Normal) to retain the sync polarity) 7. On the TP-122: Connect the XGA OUT HD15F connector to the XGA acceptor (for example, a display), and connect the AUDIO OUT S/PDIF RCA connector to the digital audio acceptor (for example, an AV Receiver), and the ANALOG 3.
Using Your VP-6A 1:6 UXGA / Audio / +1 CAT5 Distributor 6.1 Connecting the Balanced/Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output Figure 4 and Figure 5 illustrate how to wire a balanced/unbalanced stereo audio output connection: Figure 4: Connecting the Balanced Stereo Audio Output Figure 5: Connecting the Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output 6.
Technical Specifications 7 Technical Specifications Table 4 includes the technical specifications: 1 Table 4: Technical Specifications of the VP-6A INPUTS: VIDEO: 1 XGA on an HD15F connector AUDIO: 1 unbalanced stereo audio on a 3.5mm mini jack; 1 balanced stereo audio on a 5-pin terminal block connector AUDIO: 6 unbalanced stereo audio on 3.
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 Kramer Electronics, Ltd. Web site: www.kramerelectronics.com E-mail: info@kramerel.
