Kramer Electronics VM-100CA User Manual
Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Model:
VM-100CA
1:10 Video Component / Audio Distributor
Contents
Contents
1
Introduction 1
2
Getting Started 1
3
Overview 1
4
Your VM-100CA 2
5
Installing on a Rack 6
6
Connecting the VM-100CA 7
6.1 Connecting a Single VM-100CA Unit 7
6.2 Connecting Several VM-100CA Units 9
7
Technical Specifications 10
Figures
Figure 1: VM-100CA 1:10 Video Component / Audio Distributor Front Panel 3
Figure 2: VM-100CA 1:10 Video Component / Audio Distributor Rear Panel 3
Figure 3: VM-100CA Underside 5
Figure 4: Connecting a VM-100CA Unit 8
Figure 5: Connecting Several VM-100CA Units 9
Tables
Table 1: Front Panel VM-100CA 1:10 Video Component / Audio Distributor Features 4
Table 2: Rear Panel VM-100CA 1:10 Video Component / Audio Distributor Features 4
Table 3: VM-100CA Underside Features 5
Table 4: Technical Specifications of the VM-100CA 10
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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 Groups1, which are clearly defined
by function.
Congratulations on purchasing your VM-100CA 1:10 Video Component /
Audio Distributor, which is ideal for the following typical applications:
Live broadcasting and editing
Duplication studios, delivering undiminished quality duplicates
The package includes the following items:
VM-100CA 1:10 Video Component / Audio Distributor
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
3 Overview
The Kramer VM-100CA is a high quality 1:10 distributor for component
video signals (HDTV compatible), digital audio (S/PDIF) signals, and
unbalanced stereo audio signals. In particular, the VM-100CA:
Accepts one component video input and distributes the signal to 10
identical outputs using RCA connectors
Has a video bandwidth of 450MHz that ensures transparent operation at
the highest resolutions
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 our Web site at 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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Your VM-100CA
Has looping connectors that can be used to connect to a local monitor (or
some other component video acceptor), or to create larger systems1
Features trimmers located on the underside that can be used to adjust the
component video Level and EQ. settings
In addition, the VM-100CA:
Accepts a digital audio (S/PDIF) input, loops it and distributes it to 10
digital audio (S/PDIF) outputs using RCA connectors
Accepts an unbalanced stereo audio input, loops it and distributes it to 10
unbalanced stereo audio outputs using RCA connectors
Features audio level control for the unbalanced stereo audio output
Is housed in a 19" 2U rack mountable enclosure, and is fed from a
100-264 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 18 VA power supply
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-100CA away
from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust
4 Your VM-100CA
Figure 1, Table 1, and Table 2 define the front and rear panels of the
VM-100CA 1:10 Video Component / Audio Distributor:
1 For example, you can connect two VM-100CA units to make a 1:20 video component / audio distributor (see section 6.2)
2
KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY
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Your VM-100CA
Figure 1: VM-100CA 1:10 Video Component / Audio Distributor Front Panel
Figure 2: VM-100CA 1:10 Video Component / Audio Distributor Rear Panel
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