Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Model:
VA-1VGA
EDID Capture
Contents
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Contents
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Introduction 1
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Getting Started 1
2.1
Quick Start 2
3
Overview 3
3.1
Defining EDID 3
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Your VA-1VGA EDID Capture 4
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Connecting the VA-1VGA EDID Capture 5
5.1
Acquiring the EDID 5
5.2
Reading the EDID 7
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Technical Specifications 8
Figures
Figure 1: VA-1VGA EDID Capture 4
Figure 2: VA-1VGA – Acquiring the EDID from the Display Device 6
Figure 3: Connecting the VA-1VGA EDID Capture 7
Tables
Table 1: VA-1VGA EDID Capture Functions 4
Table 2: VA-1VGA EDID Capture Technical Specifications 8
Introduction
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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, 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 eight groups1
that are clearly defined by function.
Thank you for purchasing the Kramer TOOLS VA-1VGA EDID Capture,
which is ideal for:
Distributing presentation graphics
Using a display at a distance from the computer
Using in graphics production studios
Each package includes the following items:
The VA-1VGA EDID Capture
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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. Be sure that the
VGA cable passes the signals on PINs 12 and 15
1 GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Video and Audio Switchers, Matrix Switchers and Controllers; GROUP 3:
Video, Audio, VGA/XGA Processors; GROUP 4: Interfaces and Sync Processors; GROUP 5: Twisted Pair Interfaces;
GROUP 6: Accessories and Rack Adapters; GROUP 7: Scan Converters and Scalers; and GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors
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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Getting Started
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2.1 Quick Start
This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps.
Overview
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3 Overview
The Kramer VA-1VGA is a unique VGA EDID Capture, with VGA input and
output on 15-pin HD computer graphics video connectors. When the
VA-1VGA is connected to a display device and the CAPTURE EDID button
is pressed, the VA-1VGA reads and stores the EDID (Extended Display
Identification Data) from the display device1. The display can be disconnected
and later reconnected without rebooting the operating system.
In addition, the VA-1VGA is:
Housed in a TOOLS enclosure
Powered using a 12V DC adapter
Compliant with the VESA DDC2 standard, allowing the unit to be
operated without the power adapter2, when the source complies with this
standard
To achieve the best performance:
Use only good quality connection cables
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to avoid 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 that may
adversely influence signal quality
Position your Kramer VA-1VGA away from moisture, excessive sunlight and
dust
3.1 Defining EDID
EDID (Extended Display Identification Data4) is a data-structure that the
display provides to describe its capabilities to a graphics card connected to the
display’s source. The EDID enables the source, such as a PC, to “know” what
kind of monitor is connected to the output.
The EDID includes: the name of the manufacturer, product type, timing data
supported by the display, display size, luminance data, and (for digital
displays only) the pixel mapping data.
1 Some computers need to have the EDID information available when they boot up, otherwise the VGA output may be
disabled
2 There is +5V on PIN 9
3 Available from Kramer Electronics on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
4 EDID is defined by a standard published by the Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA)
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Your VA-1VGA EDID Capture
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4 Your VA-1VGA EDID Capture
Figure 1 and Table 1 define the unit.
Figure 1: VA-1VGA EDID Capture
Table 1: VA-1VGA EDID Capture Functions
# Feature Function
1 12V DC +12V DC connector for powering the unit
2 OUTPUT 15-pin HD computer
graphics video connector
Connects to the VGA acceptor
3 INPUT 15-pin HD computer
graphics video connector
Connects to the VGA source
4 CAPTURE Button Press to acquire the EDID
5 INPUT LED Illuminates when a source (computer) is connected
6 ON LED Illuminates when the power is connected
Connecting the VA-1VGA EDID Capture
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5 Connecting the VA-1VGA EDID Capture
In the example illustrated in Figure 3, a projector is connected to a PC using a
VGA cable and the VA-1VGA. The PC needs the EDID information from the
display otherwise it will disable the output.
The configuration illustrated in Figure 3 requires two separate stages:
The VA-1VGA acquires (reads and stores) the EDID information from
the projector (see section 5.1)
The VA-1VGA is connected between the PC and the remote projector so
the PC can read the acquired information (see section 5.2).
5.1 Acquiring the EDID
To acquire the EDID information, perform the following (see Figure 2):
1. Connect the input VGA connector of the display (for example, a projector) to
the OUTPUT connector of the VA-1VGA.
2. Power the projector on.
3. Connect the 12V DC power connector to the power socket of the VA-1VGA
and plug the adapter to the mains electricity (not shown in this illustration).
Verify that the POWER LED lights.
4. Press the CAPTURE EDID button using a small screwdriver or similar
instrument to access the recessed button. The POWER LED turns off while
the EDID information is read and stored in the VA-1VGA non-volatile
memory. When the POWER LED lights again, the EDID is stored.
5. Disconnect the VGA connector of the projector from the VA-1VGA
OUTPUT connector.
6. Disconnect the 12V DC power source.
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Connecting the VA-1VGA EDID Capture
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Figure 2: VA-1VGA – Acquiring the EDID from the Display Device
Connecting the VA-1VGA EDID Capture
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5.2 Reading the EDID
For the PC to read the EDID information, perform the following (see
Figure 3):
1. Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting to the VA-1VGA.
2. Connect a VGA source (for example, a VGA computer graphics source) to the
INPUT connector of the VA-1VGA.
3. Connect the projector to the OUTPUT connector of the VA-1VGA.
4. Connect the 12V DC power adapter to the VA-1VGA power socket and
connect the adapter to the mains electricity.
5. Power ON the projector.
6. Power ON the VGA source last while it is connected to the VA-1VGA, so it
can acquire the EDID properly.
Figure 3: Connecting the VA-1VGA EDID Capture
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Technical Specifications
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6 Technical Specifications
VA-1VGA technical specifications are shown in Table 2:
Table 2: VA-1VGA EDID Capture Technical Specifications1
INPUT: 1 XGA input on a 15-pin HD connector
OUTPUT: 1 XGA output on a 15-pin HD connector
MAX. OUTPUT LEVEL: > 2Vpp
BANDWIDTH (-3dB): 1.8GHz
DIFF. GAIN: 0.02%
DIFF. PHASE: 0.02°
K-FACTOR: < 0.05%
S/N RATIO: 74dB @ 5MHz (unweighted: 66dB)
CONTROLS: Pushbutton for EDID monitor information storage
COUPLING: DC – direct wiring between input and output
POWER SOURCE: 12V DC, 35mA
DIMENSIONS: 6cm x 6.5cm x 3cm (2.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") W, D, H
WEIGHT: 0.15kg (0.33lbs) approx.
ACCESSORIES: 12V DC power supply
1 Specifications are subject to change without notice
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Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
Web site: www.kramerelectronics.com
E-mail: info@kramerel.com
P/N: 2900-000347 REV 2
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.
Caution
Safety Warning:
Disconnect the unit from the power supply before
opening/servicing.
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