Kramer VM-2DP User Manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.

USER MANUAL

MODEL:

VM-2DP

1:2 DisplayPort Distributor

P/N: 2900

-000769 Rev 1

1. Connect the power.

2. Connect the output(s) from which you want to acquire the EDID.

3. Press and hold the EDID SETUP button to select the desired EDID.
The OUT LEDs illuminate in the following cycle: OUT 1, OUT 2 and both blink (default).

4. Release the button when reaching the desired set up.
The EDID is now acquired.

Step 1: Check what’s in the box

VM-2DP Quick Start Guide

Step 2: Install the VM-2DP

Step 3: Connect the inputs and outputs

Mount the machine in a rack (using the RK-3T, RK-6T or RK-9T rack adapters) or place
on the table.

This page guides you through a basic installation and first-time use of your .
For more detailed information, see

VM-2DP

the user manual. You can download the latest

Kramer user manuals at for detailed instructions.

VM-2DP

http://www.kramerelectronics.com

It's a good idea to save the original box and packaging materials in case
your Kramer product needs to be returned to the factory for service.

Computer Graphics
Source (PC)

Always switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your . VM-2DP

For best results, we recommend
that you always use Kramer high­performance cables to connect
your AV equipment to the VM-2DP.

The 1:2 DisplayPort Distributor
1 power adapter (5V DC input)

VM-2DP

4 rubber feet

1 Quick start sheet
1 User Manual

Display

Display

Step 4: Connect the power

Connect the 5V DC power adapter to the power socket and connect the adapter to the mains
electricity.

After connecting your , connect its power and then switch on the power on
each device.

VM-2DP

Step 5: Operate the VM-2DP

Acquire the EDID

To restore the default EDID, disconnect the outputs and repeat the above procedure

VM-2DP – Contents i

Contents

1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 2

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2

3 Overview 3

3.1 About DisplayPort 3

3.2 About HDCP 4

3.3 Defining EDID 4

4 Your VM-2DP 1:2 DisplayPort Distributor 5
5 Connecting the VM-2DP 1:2 DisplayPort Distributor 6

5.1 Acquiring the EDID 7

6 Technical Specifications 8

Figures

UFigure 1: VM-2DP 1:2 DisplayPort DistributorU 5
UFigure 2: Connecting a VM-2DP 1:2 DisplayPort DistributorU 6

VM-2DP - 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, 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 that are clearly defined by function.

Our 1,000-plus different models now appear in 11 groups that are clearly defined by

function: 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: Specialty AV Products;

GROUP 7: Scan Converters and Scalers; GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors;

GROUP 9: Room Connectivity; GROUP 10: Accessories and Rack Adapters;

GROUP 11: Sierra Products

Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer DigiTOOLS

®

VM-2DP 1:2 DisplayPort

Distributor. The VM-2DP is ideal for:

• Home theater, presentation and multimedia applications

• Rental and staging

The package includes the VM-2DP 1:2 DisplayPort Distributor together with those

items described in the check what’s in the box section of the quick start and listed in

the Accessories spec.