Kramer VM-80VN User Manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.

USER MANUAL

MODEL:

VM-80VN

1:8 Video Distributor

P/N: 2900-300446 Rev 2

VM-80VN – Contents

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Contents

1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 2

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2

2.2 Safety Instructions 3

2.3 Recycling Kramer Products 3

3 Overview 4

3.1 Defining the VM-80VN 1:8 Video Distributor 4

4 Connecting the VM-80VN 6
5 Technical Specifications 8

Figures

Figure 1: VM-80VN 1:8 Video Distributor 4
Figure 2: Connecting the VM-80VN 1:8 Video Distributor 7

VM-80VN - 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 video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting professionals
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 14 groups that are clearly defined
by function: GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Routers;
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 Video Products; GROUP 12: Digital Signage; GROUP 13: Audio; and
GROUP 14: Collaboration.

Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VM-80VN 1:8 Video Distributor, which
is ideal for the following typical applications:

 Any professional AV system requiring high-quality signal distribution
 Video production studios for source mastering
 Specialized high resolution video and SDI distribution
 Distribution of component video, RGBS, and other multi-channel formats

using multiple VM-80Vs operating in parallel