Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Model:
VM-10xl
Video Audio Distribution Amplifier
Contents
Contents
1
Introduction 1
2
Getting Started 1
2.1 Quick Start 1
3
Overview 3
4
Your VM-10xl Video Audio Distribution Amplifier 3
5
Installing on a Rack 6
6
Using the VM-10xl Video Audio Distribution Amplifier 7
6.1 Connecting a VM-10xl Video Audio Distribution Amplifier 7
6.2 Increasing the Outputs 9
7
Technical Specifications 11
Figures
Figure 1: VM-10xl Video Audio Distribution Amplifier 4
Figure 2: Connecting a single VM-10xl Video Audio Distribution Amplifier 8
Figure : Increasing the Outputs: arranging a 1:30 Video Audio DA 10
Tables
Table : Front Panel VM-10xl Video Audio Distribution Amplifier Features 5
Table : Rear Panel VM-10xl Video Audio Distribution Amplifier Features 5
Table : Technical Specifications of the VM-10xl Video Audio Distribution Amplifier 11
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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.
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VM-10xl Video Audio
Distribution Amplifier. The VM-10xl is ideal for:
Audio video duplication studios
Rental/staging, CCTV, and home theater use
Each package includes the following items:
VM-10xl Video Audio Distribution Amplifier
Power cord
This user manual2
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 cables3
2.1 Quick Start
This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps.
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 the Internet at this URL: 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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Overview
3 Overview
The VM-10xl is a high quality 1:10 video audio distribution amplifier using
BNC connectors for composite video, and RCA connectors for unbalanced
stereo audio signals. The VM-10xl accepts a composite video input and
distributes the signal to 10 identical outputs.
In particular, the VM-10xl:
Includes looping connectors for connecting to a local monitor, other
acceptor, or for forming larger systems1
Has a video bandwidth of 360MHZ, ensuring transparent performance
with typical video and audio sources
Can function as unbalanced stereo audio or balanced2 mono audio
(selected via an audio control button)
Can output video signals that are DC or AC coupled for maximum
flexibility (selected via a coupling button)
Has front panel video trimmer controls3 for output level and cable
equalization (EQ.), as well as audio trimmer controls for left and right
gain, with an enable / disable control button
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 and
positioning your VM-10xl away from moisture, excessive sunlight and
dust
4 Your VM-10xl Video Audio Distribution Amplifier
Figure 1 and Table 1 define the VM-10xl Video Audio Distribution Amplifier:
1 For example, you can connect 3 VM-10xl units to make a 1:30 video audio distribution amplifier. See section 6.2 for details
2 Recommended for low signal transmission over long distances or in audio broadcasting studios for high quality signal
recreation
3 The video outputs are arranged in two blocks of 5 outputs (outputs 1 to 5, and outputs 6 to 10). Each block can be separately
trimmed for output level and cable equalization (EQ.) thus achieving different compensations for different cable lengths
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