Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
Preliminary
USER MANUAL
Models:
VM-1610, 1:10 Balanced Audi o-Stereo Distributor
VM-80A, 1:8 Audio Distributor
Contents
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Contents
1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 1
2.1 Quick Start 2
3 Overview 3
4 Your VM-1610 and VM-80A Distribution Amplifiers 3
4.1 Your VM-1610 1:10 Balanced A udi o-Stereo Distributor 3
4.2 Your VM-80A 1:8 Audio Distributor 5
5 Installing the VM-1610 in a Rack 6
6 Connecting the VM-1610 and VM-80A 7
6.1 Connecting the VM-1610 Distribution Amplifier 7
6.2 Connecting the VM-80A Distribution Amplifier 8
6.2.1 Changing the VM-80A Default Mode 10
7 Technical Specifications 10
Figures
Figure 1: VM-1610 1:10 Balanced Audio-Stereo Distributor 4
Figure 2: VM-80A 1:8 Audio Distributor Functions 5
Figure 3: Connecting the VM-1610 in a 1:10 Configuration 8
Figure 4: Connecting the VM-80A in a 1:8 Configuration 9
Tables
Table 1: VM-1610 1:10 Balanced Audio-Stereo Distributor Functions 5
Table 2: VM-80A 1:8 Audio Distributor Functions 5
Table 3: Technical Speci ficat ions 10
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, ma king the best even b etter! Our
1,000-plus different models now appear in 11 groups
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Thank yo u for purchasing the Kra mer VM-1610 1:10 Balanced Audio-
Stereo Distributor and/or the VM-80A 1:8 Audio Distributor, which are
ideal for:
that are clearly
defined by function.
• Any profes s i onal A/V syste m requiring high qua lity signal
distribution
• Recording studios and live sound reinforcement systems
• Rental and staging application s
Each package includes the following items:
• The VM-1610 and/or the VM-80A
• Power cord
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• This user manual
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2 Getting Started
We recommend that you:
• Unpack the equipment carefull y and save the original box an d
packaging materials for possible future shipment
• Review the c ontent s 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; GR OUP 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
2 We recommend that you use only the power cord supplied with this device
3 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from our Web site at
http://www.kramerelectronics.com
4 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 VM-1610 is a high-performance distribution amplifier for balanced
stereo signals. It can also be configured as one 1:10 or two 1:5 balanced
stereo audio distribution amplifiers.
The VM-1610 features:
• Grouped audio level controls
• Configuration as a 1:10 or 2x1:5 DA
• A signal to noise ratio of 92dB @1Vpp
• A standard 1U 19” rack mount size
The VM-80A is a high-performance distribution amplifier for balanced
stereo audio signals. It can be configured as one 1:8 or two 1:4 balanced
stereo audio distribution amplifiers.
The VM-80A features:
• Grouped audio level controls
• Configuration as a 1:8 or 2x1:4 DA
• A signal to noise ratio of 100dB @1Vpp
• Compact desktop size. Two unit s can be r ack mounted side-by-
side in a 1U rack space with the optional RK-1 adapter
To achieve the best performance:
• Use only good quality connection cables
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• Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that
may adversely influence signal quality and position your Kramer
products away from moisture, e xcessive sunlight and dust
to avoid interference,
deterioration in signal q uality due to poor matching, and elevated
noise levels (often associa te d with low quality cables).
4 Your VM-1610 and VM-80A Distribution Amplifiers
Section 4.1 defines the VM-1610 and section 4.2 defines the VM-80A
distribution amplifiers.
4.1 Your VM-1610 1:10 Balanced Audio-Stereo Distributor
Figure 1 and Table 1 define the VM-1610.
1 Available from Kramer Electronics on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
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