Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Model:
VA-1DVIN
Virtual EDID
Contents
Contents
1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 1
3 Overview 2
3.1 Defining EDID 3
4 Your VA-1DVIN Virtual EDID 3
5 Connecting the VA-1DVIN Virtual EDID 4
5.1 Acquiring the EDID 4
5.2 Reconnecting the Projector 5
6 Technical Specifications 6
Figures
Figure 1: VA-1DVIN Virtual EDID 3
Figure 2: VA-1DVIN – Acquiring the EDID from the Display Device 5
Figure 3: Connecting the VA-1DVIN Virtual EDID 6
Tables
Table 1: VA-1DVIN Virtual EDID 3
Table 2: Technical Specifications of the VA-1DVIN Virtual EDID 6
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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 solution s 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
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that are clearly
defined by function.
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer Pico TOOLS VA-1DVIN
Virtual EDID, which is ideal for:
• Presentation graphics distributi on
• Graphics production studios
• Extending a display away from the computer
Each package includes the following items:
• VA-1DVIN Virtual EDID
• Power adapter (5V DC Input)
• This user manual
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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
• Use Kramer high performance high-resolution cables
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1 GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Matrix Switchers; GROUP 3: Control Systems; GROUP 4:
Format/Standards Converters; GROUP 5: Range Extenders and Repeaters; GROUP 6: Specialt y AV Products; GROUP 7:
Scan Converters and Scalers; GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors; GROUP 9: Room Conn ectivity; GROUP 10: Accessories
and Rack Adapters; GROUP 11: Sierra Products
2 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
3 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
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3 Overview
Overview
The Kramer VA-1DVIN is a unique DVI EDID emulator, with a DVI-D
input and DVI-D output on DVI-I connector s
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. When connecting the
VA-1DVIN to a display device and pressing the CAPTURE EDID button,
the VA-1DVIN reads and stores the EDID (Extended Display Identifi cation
Data) from the display device
extended more than 100 meters over fiber optic cable, the VA-1DVIN can
emulate the EDID information
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. For example, when the DVI signal is
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. The display can be disconnected and later
reconnected, without rebooting the operating system.
Note: The VA-1DVIN does not pass HDCP si gnal s.
In addition, the VA-1DVIN:
• Features a maximum data rate of 3.3Gbps
• Is housed in a Pico TOOLS enclosure
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• Is fed from a 5V DC power supply
To achieve the best performance:
• Connect 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)
• Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances and position
your Kramer VA-1DVIN away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust
1 Available for digital signals (DVI-D). Analog signals (DVI-I) are passed unchanged between the input and the output
2 The computer needs to have the EDID information available when it boots up, otherwise the DVI output will be disabled
3 The DDC (Digital Display Channel) cable has no effect for distances over 100 meters
4 Four units can be rack mounted side-by-side in a 1U rack space with the optional RK-4PT rack adapter
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Your VA-1DVIN Virtual EDID
3.1 Defining EDID
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The Extended Display Identification Data (EDID
) is a data-structure,
provided by a display, to describe its capabilities to a graphics card (that is
connected to the display’s source). The EDID enables the source (for
example, a PC) 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.
4 Your VA-1DVIN Virtual EDID
Figure 1 and Table 1 define the VA-1DVIN Virtual EDID:
Figure 1: VA-1DVIN Virtual EDID
Table 1: VA-1DVIN Virtual EDID
# Feature Function
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5V DC
2 OUTPUT DVI Connector Connect to the DVI acceptor
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CAPTURE EDID Button
4 INPUT DVI Connector Connect to the DVI source
5 ON LED Lights when the power is connected
+5V DC connector for powering the unit
Press to acquire EDID
1 EDID is defined by a standard published by the Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA)
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Connecting the VA-1DVIN Virtual EDID
5 Connecting the VA-1DVIN Virtual EDID
In the example illustrated in Figure 2 a projector is disconnected from a PC
in order to reinstall it at a distance, after the PC has read the projector’s
acquired EDID from the VA-1DVIN. The projector is then reconnected,
without the need to reboot the system.
The configuration illustrated in Figure 3
• The VA-1DVIN needs to acquire the projector’s EDID information
(see section 5.1
)
• The PC is connected to the VA-1DVIN, letting it read the projector’s
EDID information even if it is not connected to the PC (see section 5.2
The projector can now be reconnected at a distance to the PC via the
VA-1DVIN
5.1 Acquiring the EDID
the VA-1DVIN to acquire the EDID information, as illustrated in
To use
the example in Figure 2
, do the following:
1. Connect the OUTPUT DVI connector to the input DVI connector of the
display (for example, a project or), usin g a short cabl e.
2. Connect the 5V DC power adapter to the power socket and connect the
adapter to the mains electricity
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The ON LED should light.
3. Press the CAPTURE EDID button.
The ON LED turns off while the EDID information is read and stored in the
VA-1DVIN non-volatile memory. When the ON LED lights again, the EDID
is stored.
4. Disconnect the projector’s DVI connector from the OUTPUT DVI on the
VA-1DVIN.
5. Disconnect the power source.
requires two separate stages:
(not shown in this illustration).
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1 Also make sure that the projector is connected to the power supply
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Connecting the VA-1DVIN Virtual EDID
Figure 2: VA-1DVIN – Acquiring the EDID from the Display Device
5.2 Reconnecting the Projector
To reconnect the projector at a distance from the PC, as illustrated in the
example in Figure 3
, do the following1:
1. Connect a DVI source (for example, a DVI computer graphics source) to the
INPUT DVI connector on the VA-1DVIN.
Turn on the DVI source only after connecting the VA-1DVIN, so it can acquire
the EDID properly
2. If required2, connect the 5V DC power adapter to the power socket and
connect the adapter to the mains electricity.
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3. When installation is complete
, connect the OUTPUT DVI connector of the
VA-1DVIN to the projector, using the required cable length.
1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VA-1DVIN
2 Usually, the PC can supply power to the unit
3 The EDID is transmitted to the PC via the VA-1DVIN, so the P C gets the EDID information even if the projector is
temporarily disconnected. When installing the display again at a distance, there is no need to reboot the PC
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Technical Specifications
Figure 3: Connecting the VA-1DVIN Virtual EDID
6 Technical Specifications
Table 2 includes the technical specifications:
Table 2: Technical Specifications1 of the VA-1DVIN Virtual EDID
INPUT: 1 x DVI2 Dual Link, DVI 1.0, 1.2Vpp on a DVI Molex 24-pin female
connector; DDC signal 5Vpp (TTL)
OUTPUT: 1 x DVI2, Dual Link, DVI 1.0, 1.2Vpp on a DVI Molex 24-pin female
connector; DDC signal 5Vpp (TTL)
BANDWIDTH: 3.3Gbps
CONTROLS: Capture EDID button
POWER SOURCE: 5V D C , 20m A
DIMENSIONS: 6.22cm x 5.24cm x 2.41cm (2.45" x 2.06" x 0.95") W, D, H
WEIGHT: 0.15kg (0.55lbs) approx.
ACCESSORIES: 5V DC power s uppl y
OPTIONS: RK-4PT 19" rack adapter
1 Specifications are subject to change without notice
2 On a DVI connector, available for digital signals (DVI-D). Analog signals (DVI-I) are passed unchanged between the input
and the output
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LIMITED WARRANTY
Kramer Electronics (hereafter ) warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the
following terms.
HOW LO NG IS THE W ARR ANTY
Labor and parts are warranted for three years from the date of the first cus tomer purchase.
WHO IS PROTEC TED?
Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty.
WHAT IS COVERED AND WHAT IS NO T COVERED
Except as below, this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product. The following are not covered
by the warranty:
1. Any product which is not distributed by Kramer, or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer. If you are
uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized, please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the Web site
www.kramerelectronics.com.
2. Any product, on which the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed, or on which the WARRANTY VOID
IF reattached, removed or otherwise interfered with.
TAMPERED sticker has been torn,
3. Damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from:
i) Accident, mis use, abu se, ne glect, f ire, wate r, l ightnin g or othe r acts of nature
ii) Pro duct m odific ation, or failu re to foll ow instr uction s suppli ed wit h the pro duct
iii) Repair or attempte d repai r by anyo ne not a uthori zed by Kr amer
iv) Any shipm ent of the pr oduct (cla ims m ust be pres ented to th e carri er)
v) Remova l or i nstalla tion of th e produ ct
vi) Any other cau se, which does n ot relate to a prod uct de fect
vii)Cartons, eq uipmen t enclos ures , cables o r acces sories used in conjunc tion wi th the p roduct
WHAT WE WILL PA Y FOR AND WHAT WE WILL NOT PA Y FOR
W e will p ay labor a nd mat erial ex penses for cov ered i tems. We will not pay for the fol lowing:
1. Removal or installations charges.
2. Costs of initial technical adjustments (set-up), including adjustment of user controls or programming. These costs are the
respon sibili ty of the Krame r deale r from wh om the produ ct was pu rchas ed.
3. Shipping charges.
HOW YOU CA N GE T WARRANT Y SERV ICE
1. To obtain service on you product, you must take or ship it prepaid to any authorized Kramer service center.
2. Whenever warranty service is required, the original dated invoice (or a copy) must be presented as proof of warranty
coverage, and should be included in any shipment of the product. Please also include in any mailing a contact name,
company, address, and a description of the problem(s).
3. For the name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center, consult your authorized dealer.
LIMITATION OF IMPLIED W ARRANTIES
All implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fi tn ess for a particular purpose, are limited in duration to
the length of this warranty.
EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES
The liability of Kramer for any effective products is limited to the repair or replacement of the product at our option. Kramer shall
not be liable for:
1. Damage to other p roperty caused b y defect s in this product , damage s based upon i nconven ience, loss of use of the pr oduct, loss
of time, commercial loss ; or:
2. Any other dam ages , whet her i ncide ntal, co nseque nti al or othe rwise . Som e co untri es ma y n ot all ow li mita tion s on ho w lo ng a n
implied warr anty lasts and/or do not allow the excl usion or limitation of incidental or conseque ntial damages, so the above
limitati ons and exclus ions ma y not app ly to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from place to place.
All products returned to Kramer for service must have prior approval. This may be obtained from your dealer.
NOTE:
This equipment has bee n tested to determine com pliance with the requiremen ts of:
EN-50081: "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC);
Residential, commercial an d light industry"
EN-50082: "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) generic immunity standard.
CFR-47: FCC* Rules and R e gulation s:
CAUTIO N!
generic emiss ion stand ard.
Part 1:
Part 1: Residential, commer cial and light industry enviro nment".
Part 15: “Radio frequency devices
Subpart B Unintentional radiators”
Servicing the machines can only be done by an authorized Kramer technician. Any user who makes changes or
modifications to the unit without the expressed approval of the manufacturer will void user authority to operate the
equipment.
Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine.
Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components.
* FCC and CE app roved usi ng STP cable ( for twi sted pair p roduc ts)
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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
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