Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Model:
VM-25
1:25 Video Distribution Amplifier
Contents
Contents
1
Introduction 1
2
Getting Started 1
3
Overview 1
4
Using the VM-25 Video Distribution Amplifier 4
4.1 Connecting a VM-25 Video Distribution Amplifier 4
4.2 Increasing the Outputs 6
5
Technical Specifications 8
Figures
Figure 1: VM-25 1:25 Video Distribution Amplifier 3
Figure 2: Connecting the VM-25 5
Figure 3: Increasing the Outputs: Arranging a 1:75 Video DA 7
Tables
Table 1: Front Panel VM-25 Video Distribution Amplifier Features 4
Table 2: Rear Panel VM-25 Video Distribution Amplifier Features 4
Table 3: Technical Specifications of the VM-25 Video Distribution Amplifier 8
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ADDENDUM (this data is included at the end of the Overview section)
This addendum adds the following information to the user manual:
Caution – No operator-serviceable parts inside unit.
Warning – Use only the Kramer Electronics input power
wall adapter that is provided with this unit1.
Warning – Disconnect power and unplug unit from wall
before installing or removing device or servicing unit.
1 For example: model number AD2512C, part number 2535-000251
2900-
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 Kramer VM-25 1:25 Video Distribution
Amplifier. The VM-25 is ideal for:
Composite video signal distribution
Video duplication studios, delivering undiminished quality duplicates
Each package includes the following items:
VM-25 1:25 Video Distribution Amplifier
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-25 is a high quality 1:25 distribution amplifier for composite video.
The VM-25 accepts a composite video input and distributes the signal to 25
identical outputs, using RCA connectors.
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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