Kramer Electronics VM-100CB User Manual

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.

USER MANUAL

Model:

VM-100CB

1:10 Video Component Distributor

Contents

Contents

1

Introduction 1

2

Getting Started 1

3

Overview 1

4

Your VM-100CB 2

5

Connecting the VM-100CB 6

5.1 Connecting a Single VM-100CB Unit 6

5.2 Connecting Several VM-100CB Units 7

6

Technical Specifications 8

Figures

Figure 1: VM-100CB 1:10 Video Component Distributor 3
Figure 2: VM-100CB Underside Trimmers 5
Figure 3: Connecting a VM-100CB Unit 6
Figure 4: Connecting Several VM-100CB Units 7

Tables

Table 1: Front Panel VM-100CB 1:10 Video Component Distributor Features 4
Table 2: Rear Panel VM-100CB 1:10 Video Component Distributor Features 4
Table 3: VM-100CB Underside Trimmer Features 5
Table 4: Technical Specifications of the VM-100CB 1:10 Video Component Distributor 8

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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-100CB 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-100CB 1:10 Video Component 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 VM-100CB 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 BNC connectors. The looping connectors can be
used to connect to a local monitor or other component video acceptor, or to
create larger systems4.

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 http://www.kramerelectronics.com

3 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com

4 For example, you can connect 2 VM-100CB units to make a 1:20 Component Distributor (se e section 5.2)

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Your VM-100CB

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-100CB away
from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust

4 Your VM-100CB

Figure 1, Table 1, and Table 2 define the VM-100CB 1:10 Video Component
Distributor:

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