KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.
USER MANUAL
MODEL:
VM-400HDCP
1:4 DVI Distributor
P/N: 2900-300054 Rev 1
Contents
1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 2
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2
3 Overview 3
3.1 About DVI–General Description 3
3.2 About HDCP 4
3.3 Defining EDID 4
4 Defining the VM-400HDCP 1:4 DVI Distributor 5
5 Connecting the VM-400HDCP 7
6 Acquiring the EDID 8
7 Technical Specifications 10
8 Default EDID 11
Figures
UFigure 1: VM-400HDCP 1:4 DVI Distributor Front PanelU 5
UFigure 2: VM-400HDCP 1:4 DVI Distributor Rear PanelU 6
UFigure 3: Connecting the VM-400HDCP 1:4 DVI DistributorU 7
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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 the video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting
professional 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 11 groups that are clearly defined
by function: GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Matrix
Switchers; 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 and
GROUP 11: Sierra Products.
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer MegaTOOLS
®
VM-400HDCP 1:4 DVI
Distributor, which is ideal for the following typical applications:
• Home theater, presentation and multimedia applications
• Rental and staging
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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
Go to http://www.kramerelectronics.com to check for up-to-date
user manuals, application programs, and to check if firmware
upgrades are available (where appropriate).
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance
To achieve the best performance:
• Use only good quality connection cables to avoid 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
• Position your Kramer VM-400HDCP 1:4 DVI Distributor away from moisture,
excessive sunlight and dust
Caution: No operator serviceable parts inside the unit
Warning:
Warning:
2 VM-400HDCP - Getting Started
Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall
adapter that is provided with the unit
Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the
wall before installing
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