Kramer Electronics VP-6A User Manual
Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Model:
VP-6A
1:6 UXGA / Audio / +1 CAT5 Distributor
Contents
Contents
1
Introduction 1
2
Getting Started 1
2.1 Quick Start 1
3
Overview 3
3.1 About the Power Connect Feature 4
3.2 Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) / Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) 4
3.3 Recommendations for Achieving the Best Performance 4
4
Your VP-6A 1:6 UXGA / Audio / +1 CAT5 Distributor 4
5
Installing the VP-6A on a Rack 7
6
Using Your VP-6A 1:6 UXGA / Audio / +1 CAT5 Distributor 8
6.1 Connecting the Balanced/Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output 10
6.2 Wiring the CAT5 LINE IN / LINE OUT RJ-45 Connectors 10
7
Technical Specifications 11
Figures
Figure 1: Front and Rear Panels of the VP-6A 5
Figure 2: Underside of the VP-6A 6
Figure 3: Connecting the VP-6A 9
Figure 4: Connecting the Balanced Stereo Audio Output 10
Figure 5: Connecting the Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output 10
Figure 6: CAT5 PINOUT 10
Tables
Table 1: Front and Rear Panel Features of the VP-6A 6
Table 2: Underside Features of the VP-6A 6
Table 3: CAT5 PINOUT 10
Table 4: Technical Specifications of the VP-6A 11
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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
500-plus different models now appear in 8 Groups1, which are clearly defined
by function.
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VP-6A 1:6 UXGA / Audio / +1
CAT5 Distributor, which is ideal for:
Presentation and multimedia applications that require high quality
computer graphics and audio distribution to multiple monitors and/or
projectors
Long range graphics distribution for schools, hospitals, security, and
stores
The package includes the following items:
VP-6A
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
2.1 Quick Start
This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation:
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
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Getting Started
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KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY
Overview
3 Overview
The Kramer VP-6A is a high performance distribution amplifier for computer
graphics (UXGA) video and audio signals. The VP-6A accepts:
One computer graphics input: provides correct buffering and isolation,
and distributes the signal to six outputs on 15-pin HD connectors, and one
twisted pair output
A stereo audio input signal: either1 an unbalanced stereo audio input
signal on a 3.5mm mini jack, or a balanced stereo audio input signal on a
5-pin terminal block connector. The VP-6A outputs 12 stereo audio
signals simultaneously: six unbalanced stereo audio signals on 3.5mm
mini jacks, and six balanced stereo audio signals on 5-pin terminal block
connectors. If the selected audio input is unbalanced, it is converted to
balanced stereo audio; if the selected audio input is balanced, it is
converted to unbalanced stereo audio
The VP-6A can:
Power the receiver over the same CAT5 cable
Be used with the TP-122 XGA / Audio Line Receiver (converting the
CAT5 signal to XGA, stereo analog and S/PDIF digital audio outputs) or
with the TP-120 XGA Line Receiver (converting the CAT5 signal to an
XGA output)
In addition, the VP-6A features:
A video bandwidth of 500MHz that ensures transparent operation at all
graphics resolutions
Switches on the underside for ID Bit control and sync polarity
Front panel controls for UXGA equalization, as well as left and right
audio level controls
A transmission range of more than 300 ft. (more than 100 meters) over
UTP cabling
1 Selected via a pushbutton
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