Contents
1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 2
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2
2.2 Safety Instructions 3
2.3 Recycling Kramer Products 3
3 Overview 4
3.1 Defining the VM-50AN 1:5 Audio Distributor 4
4 Using Your VM-50AN 1:5 Audio Distributor 6
4.1 Connecting the VM-50AN as a Balanced Stereo 1:5 Audio Distributor 6
4.2 Connecting the VM-50AN as an Unbalanced Stereo 1:5 Audio Distributor 7
4.3 Connecting the VM-50AN as a 1:10 Audio Distributor 8
5 Technical Specifications 10
Figures
Figure 1: VM-50AN 1:5 Audio Distributor 4
Figure 2: Connecting the VM-50AN as a Balanced Stereo 1:5 Audio Distributor 7
Figure 3: Connecting the VM-50AN as an Unbalanced Stereo 1:5 Audio Distributor 8
Figure 4: Connecting the VM-50AN as a 1:10 Audio Distributor 9
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 video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting professionals
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 Routers;
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 VM-50AN 1:5 Audio Distributor, which
is ideal for the following typical applications:
Video/audio duplication studios and retail outlets
Any audio system requiring multiple outputs from a single source
VM-50AN - Getting Started
Go to http://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/product_downloads.asp
to check for up-to-date user manuals, application programs, and to check if
firmware upgrades are available (where appropriate).
This equipment is to be used only inside a building. It may only be
connected to other equipment that is installed inside a building.
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
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance
To achieve the best performance:
Use only good quality connection cables (we recommend Kramer high-
performance, high-resolution cables) to avoid interference, deterioration in
signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise levels (often
associated with low quality cables)
Do not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils
Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely
influence signal quality
Position your Kramer VM-50AN away from moisture, excessive sunlight and
dust