Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Model:
VM-100C
1:10 Video Component Distributor
Contents
Contents
1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 1
3 Overview 1
4 Your VM-100C 2
5 Connecting the VM-100C 5
5.1 Connecting a Single VM-100C Unit 5
5.2 Connecting Several VM-100C Units 6
6 Technical Specifications 7
Figures
Figure 1: VM-100C 1:10 Video Component Dis tributor 3
Figure 2: VM-100C Underside Trimmers 4
Figure 3: Connecti ng a VM-100C Unit 5
Figure 4: Connecti ng Several VM-100 C Units 6
Tables
Table 1: Front Pa nel VM-100C 1:10 Video Co mp onent Distributor Features 4
Table 2: Rear Panel VM-100C 1:10 Video Component Distributor Features 4
Table 3: VM-100C Underside Trimmer Features 4
Table 4: Technical Specifications of the VM-100C 1:10 Video Component Distributor 7
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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
350-plus different models now appear in 8 Groups
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, which are clearly defined
by function.
Congratulations on purchasing your VM-100C 1:10 Video Component
Distributor, which is ideal for the following typical applications:
• Component video signal distribution
• Video duplication studios, delivering undiminished quality duplicates
The package includes the following items:
• VM-100C 1:10 Video Component Distributor
• Power cord
• This user manual
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and the Kramer concise product catalog/CD
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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3 Overview
The VM-100C is a high quality 1:10 distributor for component video signals
(HDTV compatible). It accepts one input and distributes the signal to 10
identical outputs using RCA connectors. The looping connectors can be used
to connect to a local monitor or other component video acceptor, or to create
larger systems
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2 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from the Internet at this URL: http://www.kramerelectronics.com/manuals.html
3 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com (click “Cables and Connectors”
in the Products section)
4 For example, you can connect 2 VM-100C units to make a 1:20 Component Distributor (see section 5.2)
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Your VM-100C
To achieve the best performance:
• Connect 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)
• Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may
adversely influence signal quality and position your Kramer VM-100C away
from moisture, excessive sunlight and d ust
4 Your VM-100C
Figure 1, Table 1, and Table 2 define the VM-100C 1:10 Video Component
Distributor:
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Your VM-100C
Figure 1: VM-100C 1:10 Video Component Distributor
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Your VM-100C
Table 1: Front Panel VM-100C 1:10 Video Component Distributor Features
# Feature Function
1 POWER Switch Illuminated switch supplying power to the unit
Table 2: Rear Panel VM-100C 1:10 Video Component Distributor Features
# Feature Function
1 Input Termination Button
2 Y RCA Connector
3 R-Y RCA Connector
LOOP
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5 Y RCA Connector
6 R-Y RCA Connector
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8 Y RCA Connector
9 R-Y RCA Connector
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11 Power Connector wit h F u se AC connector enabling power supply to the unit
B-Y RCA Connector
INPUT
B-Y RCA Connector
OUT
B-Y RCA Connector
Pushing in selects 75Ω; releasing selects Hi-Z
For looping the inputs (if required)
Connects to the component source
Connects to the component acceptors (from 1 to 10)
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Figure 2 and Table 3 define the YUV Level trimmers and the YUV EQ.
trimmers on the underside of the VM-100C:
Figure 2: VM-100C Underside Trimmers
Table 3: VM-100C Underside Trimmer Features
Feature Function
Y LEVEL Trimmer Adjusts2 the Y output signal level
Y EQ. Trimmer Adjusts2 the Y equalization level (EQ.)
U LEVEL Trimmer Adjusts2 the U output signal level
U EQ. Trimmer Adjusts2 the U equalization level (EQ.)
V LEVEL Trimmer Adjusts2 the V output signal level
V EQ. Trimmer Adjusts2 the V equalization level (EQ.)
1 For looping select Hi-Z
2 Insert a screwdriver into the small hole and carefully rotate it, trimming the OUTPUT level or EQ level
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Connecting the VM-100C
5 Connecting the VM-100C
This section defines how to connect the VM-100C. In particular, how to
connect:
• A single unit (1:10 Video Component Distributor), see section 5.1
• Several units, see section 5.2
5.1 Con nectin g a Single VM-100C Unit
To connect a single VM-100C unit (1:10 Video Component Distributor), do
the following
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:
1. Connect a component video source (for example, an HDTV satellite
receiver) to the RCA INPUT connectors.
2. Connect the 10 component video output connectors
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to up to 10
component video acceptors.
3. Leave the LOOP RCA INPUT connectors unconnected, and push in the
Input Termination button to 75Ω.
Note: if a loop connection is required, for example, to a local monitor,
plug it into the LOOP RCA INPUT connectors and release the Input
Termination button to Hi-Z.
4. Connect the power cord
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(not illustrated in Figure 3).
Figure 3: Connecting a VM-100C Unit
1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VM-100C. After connecting your VM-100C, switch on
its power and then switch on the power on each device
2 When less than 10 outputs are required, connect only those outputs of the VM-100C that are required, and leave the other
outputs unconnected
3 We recommend that you use only the power cord that is supplied with this machine
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Connecting the VM-100C
5.2 Connecting Several VM-100C Units
You can connect several VM-100C units to form an expanded video
component distributor. For example, as Figure 4 illustrates, connect two
VM-100C units to form a 1:20 Video Component Distributor.
To connect several VM-100C units, do the following
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:
1. Connect a component video source (for example, a Betacam VCR) to the
RCA INPUT connectors on the first VM-100C unit.
2. Connect the LOOP RCA INPUT connectors on the first VM-100C unit to
the RCA INPUT connectors on the second VM-100C unit.
3. Release the Input Termination button to Hi-Z on the first VM-100C unit,
and push in the Input Termination button to 75Ω on the second VM-100C
unit.
4. Connect the component video output connectors
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, as follows:
• On the first VM-100C unit, to component video acceptors 1 to 10
• On the second VM-100C unit, to component video acceptors 11 to 20
5. Connect both power cords
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(not illustrated in Figure 4).
Figure 4: Connecting Several VM-100C Units
1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connectin g it to a VM-100C unit. After connecting all VM-100C units, switch
on their power and then switch on the power on each device
2 When less than the maximum outputs are required, connect only those outputs that are required, and leave the other outputs
unconnected
3 We recommend that you use only the power cords that are supplied with these machines
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Technical Specifications
6 Technical Specifications
Table 4 includes the technical specifications:
Table 4: Technical Specifications1 of the VM-100C 1:10 Video Component Distributor
INPUTS:
OUTPUTS:
MAX. OUTPUT LEVEL: 2.5Vpp
BANDWIDTH (-3dB): 450MHz, Fully Loaded
DIFF. GAIN: 0.03%
DIFF. PHASE: 0.03 Deg
K-FACTOR: <0.05%
S/N RATIO: 76.8dB
CROSSTALK (all hostile): –51dB
CONTROLS: Level: –1dB to +6.4dB; Equalization: 0dB to +7.3dB
COUPLING: DC
POWER SOURCE: 100-264 VAC, 50/60 Hz; 46mA
DIMENSIONS: 19-inch (W), 7-inch (D) 1U (H) rack-mountable
WEIGHT: 2.7 kg (6 lbs.) approx.
ACCESSORIES: Power cord
1 set of component video (
10 sets of component video (
Y, Pb/Cb, Pr/Cr) on RCA connectors
Y, Pb/Cb, Pr/Cr) on RCA connectors
1 Specifications are subject to change without notice
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LIMITED WARRANTY
Kramer Electronics (hereafter Kramer) warrants this product free fr om defects in material and workmanship under the
following terms.
HOW LONG IS THE WARRANTY
Labor and parts are warranted for three years from the date of the first customer purchase.
WHO IS PROTECTED?
Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty.
WHAT IS COVERED AND WHAT IS NOT COVERED
Except as below, this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product. The following are not covered
by the warranty:
1. Any product which is not distributed by Kramer, or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer. If you are
uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized, please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the web site
www.kramerelectronics.com.
2. Any product, on which the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed.
3. Damage, deterioration or malf unc tion resulti ng fr om:
i) Accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, fire, water, lightning or other acts of nature
ii) Product modification, or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product
iii) Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by Kramer
iv) Any shipment of the product (claims must be presented to the carrier)
v) Removal or insta llation of the product
vi) Any ot her cause, which does not relate to a pr oduct d efect
vii) Carto ns, equipment enclosures, cables or accessories used in conjunction with the product
WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR AND WHAT WE WILL NOT PAY FOR
We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items. We will not pay for the following:
1. Removal or installations charges.
2. Co sts of initial technical adjustments (set- up), including adjustment of user contro ls or programming. These costs are the
responsibility of the Kramer dealer from whom the product was purchased.
3. Shipping charges.
HOW YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE
1. To obtain service on you product, you must take or ship it prepaid to any authorized Kramer service center.
2. Whenever warranty service is required, the o riginal dated invoice (or a co py) must be prese nted as proo f of warranty coverage,
and should be included in any shipment of the product. Please also include in any mailing a contact name, company, address, and
a description of the problem(s).
3. For the name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center, consult your author ized dealer.
LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES
All implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited in duration to
the length of this warranty.
EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES
The liability of Kramer for any effective products is limited to the repair or replace ment of t he product at our option. Kramer
shall not be liable for:
1. Damage to other property caused by defects in this pro duct, da mages based upon inconve nience, loss of use of the product, loss
of time, c ommercial loss; o r:
2. Any other da mages , whe ther inc id ent al, co nseq uent ia l or othe rw ise. So me c ou ntrie s ma y no t allo w li mita t ions o n ho w long a n
implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or co nsequential damages, so the above
limitations and exclusions may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from place to place.
NOTE: All products returned to Kramer for service must have prior approval. This may be obtained from your dealer.
This equipment has been tested to determine compliance with the requirements of:
EN-50081: "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC);
EN-50082: "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) generic immunity standard.
CFR-47: FCC Rules and Regulations:
CAUTION!
⌦ Servicing the machines can only be done by an authorized Kramer technician. Any user who makes changes or modifications to
the unit without the expressed approval of the manufacturer will void user authority to operate the equipment.
⌦ Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine.
⌦ Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine t o ot her co mponent s.
generic emission standard.
Part 1: Residential, commercial and light industry"
Part 1: Residential, commercial and light industry environment".
Part 15: “Radio frequency devices
Subpart B – Unintentional radiators”
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For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer
distributors, visit our Web site: www.kramerelectronics.com.
Updates to this user manual may be found at
http://www.kramerelectronics.com/manuals.html.
We welcome your questions, comments and feedback.
Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
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E-mail: info@kramerel.com
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