USER MANUAL - Kramer Electronics
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1. Y EQ Trimmer Adjusts the Y cable compensation equalization level ola alo rm se Y LEVEL Trimmer Adjusts the Y output signal level 1 Insert a screwdriver into the small hole and carefully rotate it trimming the OUTPUT level or EQ level Installing on a Rack 5 Installing on a Rack This section describes what to do before installing on a rack and how to rack mount Before Installing on a Rack How to Rack Mount Before installing on a rack be sure that the environment is within the recommended range Operating temperature range 5 to 45 Deg Centigrade Operating humidity range 5 to 65 RHL non condensing Storage temperature range 20 to 70 Deg Centigrade Storage humidity range 5 to 95 RHL non condensing MN CAUTION When installing on a 19 rack avoid hazards by taking care that To rack mount the machine 1 Attach both ear brackets to the machine To do so remove the screws from each side of the machine 3 on each side and replace those screws through the ear brackets 1 It is located within the recommended environmental conditions as the operating ambient temperature of a closed or multi unit rack assembly may exceed the room ambient temperature 2 Place the ears of the machine against the rack rails and insert the proper screws not provided through each of the four holes in the rack ears 2 Once rack mounted2. KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Your VM 100CA O o VM 100CA a g B 5 a 5 0 Q o T 3 lt bes p E o E fol a E ol 0 o 0 y gt is x A Ry o s 2 E S 2 Q 2 aS 3 x Sa gt Y 8 O S AS gt lt Q S T gt N 3 20 Ry lt 3 S of fF EAS E FG o SE EA S v UQE E Figure 2 VM 100CA 1 10 Video Component Audio Distributor Rear Panel Your VM 100CA Table 1 Front Panel VM 100CA 1 10 Video Component Audio Distributor Features Feature Function 1 POWER Switch Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF Table 2 Rear Panel VM 100CA 1 10 Video Component Audio Distributor Features Feature Function 2 i INPUT TERM Button Pushing in selects 75Q releasing selects Hi Z 3 a INPUT RCA Connector Connects to the digital audio source 4 5 LOOP RCA Connector For looping the input if required 5 OUT RCA Connector Connects to the digital audio acceptor from 1 to 10 6 L INPUT RCA Connector Connects to the stereo audio left source 7 O R INPUT RCA Connector Connects to the stereo audio right source E LOOP ROA Connector For looping the input if required 9 S R LOOP RCA Connector ping P q 10 Q R LEVEL Trimmer Adjusts the right audio output level 11 l
3. www kramerelectronics com 1 Your VM 100CA e Has looping connectors that can be used to connect to a local monitor or some other component video acceptor or to create larger systems e Features trimmers located on the underside that can be used to adjust the component video Level and EQ settings In addition the VM 100CA e Accepts a digital audio S PDIF input loops it and distributes it to 10 digital audio S PDIF outputs using RCA connectors e Accepts an unbalanced stereo audio input loops it and distributes it to 10 unbalanced stereo audio outputs using RCA connectors e Features audio level control for the unbalanced stereo audio output e Is housed in a 19 2U rack mountable enclosure and is fed from a 100 264 VAC 50 60 Hz 18 VA power supply To achieve the best performance e 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 e Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality and position your Kramer VM 100CA away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust Your VM 100CA Figure 1 Table 1 and Table 2 define the front and rear panels of the VM 100CA 1 10 Video Component Audio Distributor 1 For example you can connect two VM 100CA units to make a 1 20 video component audio distributor see section 6 2
4. enough air will still flow around the machine 3 The machine is placed straight in the correct horizontal position Note that e In some models the front panel may feature built in rack ears e Detachable rack ears can be removed for desktop use e Always mount the machine in the rack before you attach any cables or connect the machine to the power 4 You do not overload the circuit s When connecting the machine to the supply circuit overloading the circuits might have a detrimental effect on overcurrent protection and supply wiring Refer to the appropriate nameplate ratings for information For example for fuse replacement see the value printed on the product label 5 The machine is earthed grounded in a reliable way and is connected only to an electricity socket with grounding Pay particular attention to supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit for example the use of power strips and that you use only the power cord that is supplied with the machine e If you are using a Kramer rack adapter kit for a machine that is not 19 see the Rack Adapters user manual for installation instructions you can download it at http www kramerelectronics com KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting the VM 100CA 6 Connecting the VM 100CA This section defines how to connect the VM 100CA In particular how to connect e A single unit 1 10 Video Component Aud
5. 0 00 Ex RELEASE I Component Source Component Acceptor 1 Component Acceptor 10 COMPONENT PUSH IN Component Acceptor 11 Component Acceptor 20 Figure 5 Connecting Several VM 100CA Units 1 Audio connections are not shown in this example 2 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to a VM 100CA unit After connecting all VM 100CA units switch on their power and then switch on the power on each device 3 In general when looping the Input Term button should be set for Hi Z for all units except for the last one in the chain 4 When less than the maximum outputs are required connect only those outputs that are required and leave the other outputs unconnected 9 Technical Specifications 7 Technical Specifications Table 4 includes the technical specifications Table 4 Technical Specifications of the VM 100CA INPUTS 1 component video Y Pb Cb Pr Cr 1Vpp 75Q on RCA connectors 1 digital audio S PDIF 759 on RCA connectors 1 unbalanced stereo audio 4dBm nominal 50kQ on RCA connectors OUTPUTS 10 component video Y Pb Cb Pr Cr 1Vpp 759 on RCA connectors 10 digital audio S PDIF 75Q on RCA connectors 10 unbalanced stereo audio 4dBm nominal 150Q on RCA connectors MAX OUTPUT LEVEL VIDEO 2 5Vpp AUDIO 1 8Vpp S PDIF 27Vpp unbalanced BANDWIDTH 3dB VIDEO 450MHz Fully AUDIO 333MHz unbalanced video compatible Loaded DIFF
6. 3 For the name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center consult your authorized dealer LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES All implied warranties including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to the length of this warranty EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES The liability of Kramer for any effective products is limited to the repair or replacement of the product at our option Kramer shall not be liable for 1 Damage to other property caused by defects in this product damages based upon inconvenience loss of use of the product loss of time commercial loss or 2 Any other damages whether incidental consequential or otherwise Some countries may not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from place to place NOTE All products returned to Kramer for service must have prior approval This may be obtained from your dealer This equipment has been tested to determine compliance with the requirements of EN 50081 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic emission standard Part 1 Residential commercial and light industry EN 50082 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic immunity standard Part 1 Residential commercial a
7. GAIN 0 03 DIFF PHASE 0 03 Deg K FACTOR lt 0 05 S N RATIO VIDEO 77dB AUDIO 75dB unbalanced CROSSTALK all hostile 51dB video CONTROLS Level 1dB to 6 4dB Equalization 0dB to 7 3dB Audio 87dB to 6 1dB COUPLING VIDEO DC AUDIO Input AC Output DC AUDIO THD NOISE 0 024 AUDIO 2nd HARMONIC 0 002 POWER SOURCE 100 264 VAC 50 60 Hz 18 VA DIMENSIONS 19 inch W 7 inch D 2U H rack mountable WEIGHT 3 7 kg 8 2 lbs approx ACCESSORIES Power cord 1 Specifications are subject to change without notice 10 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED WARRANTY Kramer Electronics hereafter Kramer warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms HOW LONG IS THE WARRANTY Labor and parts are warranted for seven years from the date of the first customer purchase WHO IS PROTECTED Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty WHAT IS COVERED AND WHAT IS NOT COVERED Except as below this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product The following are not covered by the warranty 1 Any product which is not distributed by Kramer or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer If you are uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the web site www kramerelectronics com 2 Any product on which t
8. Kramer Electronics Ltd ah KRAMER USER MANUAL Model VM 100CA 1 10 Video Component Audio Distributor Contents Contents 1 Introduction 2 Getting Started 3 Overview 4 Your VM 100CA 5 Installing on a Rack 6 Connecting the VM 100CA 6 1 Connecting a Single VM 100CA Unit 6 2 Connecting Several VM 100CA Units 7 Technical Specifications Figures Figure 1 VM 100CA 1 10 Video Component Audio Distributor Front Panel Figure 2 VM 100CA 1 10 Video Component Audio Distributor Rear Panel Figure 3 VM 100CA Underside Figure 4 Connecting a VM 100CA Unit Figure 5 Connecting Several VM 100CA Units Tables Table 1 Front Panel VM 100CA 1 10 Video Component Audio Distributor Features Table 2 Rear Panel VM 100CA 1 10 Video Component Audio Distributor Features Table 3 VM 100CA Underside Features Table 4 Technical Specifications of the VM 100CA NV ZA AA Ni ma pu N co Ur UY W o Our Re 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 Groups which are clearly defined by function Congratulations on purchasing your VM 100CA 1 10 Video Component Audio Distr
9. d and leave the other outputs unconnected 3 Insert a screwdriver into the small hole and carefully rotate it trimming the OUTPUT level or EQ level 7 Connecting the VM 100CA HDTV Satellite Receiver Source Plasma Display AV Receiver Figure 4 Connecting a VM 100CA Unit KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting the VM 100CA 6 2 Connecting Several VM 100CA Units You can connect several VM 100CA units to form an expanded video component audio distributor For example as Figure 5 illustrates connect two VM 100CA units to form a 1 20 video component audio distributor To connect several VM 100CA units do the following 1 Connect a component video source to the COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT RCA connectors on the first VM 100CA unit 2 Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO LOOP RCA connectors on the first VM 100CA unit to the COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT RCA connectors on the second VM 100CA unit 3 Release the Input Term button to Hi Z on the first VM 100CA unit and push in the Input Term button to 75Q on the second VM 100CA unit 4 Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT connectors as follows e On the first VM 100CA unit to component video acceptors 1 to 10 e On the second VM 100CA unit to component video acceptors 11 to 20 5 Connect both power cords not illustrated in Figure 5 weur ouri ours ours our ours 000000 000000 Loop oa outs oute oute oUrio es L O fay 7 0 0 0 00 00 0 00 90 000
10. he serial number has been defaced modified or removed 3 Damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from i Accident misuse abuse neglect fire water lightning or other acts of nature ii Product modification or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product iii Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by Kramer iv Any shipment of the product claims must be presented to the carrier v Removal or installation of the product vi Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect vii Cartons equipment enclosures cables or accessories used in conjunction with the product WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR AND WHAT WE WILL NOT PAY FOR We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items We will not pay for the following 1 Removal or installations charges 2 Costs of initial technical adjustments set up including adjustment of user controls or programming These costs are the responsibility of the Kramer dealer from whom the product was purchased 3 Shipping charges HOW YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE 1 To obtain service on you product you must take or ship it prepaid to any authorized Kramer service center 2 Whenever warranty service is required the original dated invoice or a copy must be presented as proof of warranty coverage and should be included in any shipment of the product Please also include in any mailing a contact name company address and a description of the problem s
11. ibutor which is ideal for the following typical applications e Live broadcasting and editing e Duplication studios delivering undiminished quality duplicates The package includes the following items e VM 100CA 1 10 Video Component Audio Distributor e Power cord e This user manual 2 Getting Started We recommend that you e Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment e Review the contents of this user manual e Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables 3 Overview The Kramer VM 100CA is a high quality 1 10 distributor for component video signals HDTV compatible digital audio S PDIF signals and unbalanced stereo audio signals In particular the VM 100CA e Accepts one component video input and distributes the signal to 10 identical outputs using RCA connectors e Has a video bandwidth of 450MHz that ensures transparent operation at the highest resolutions 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
12. io Distributor see section 6 1 e Several units see section 6 2 6 1 Connecting a Single VM 100CA Unit To connect a single VM 100CA unit 1 10 Video Component Audio Distributor as the example in Figure 4 illustrates do the following 1 Connect a component video source for example an HDTV satellite receiver to the COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT RCA connectors and to the S PDIF INPUT RCA connector 2 Connect the e COMPONENT VIDEO OUT 1 RCA connectors to a plasma display and the S PDIF OUT 1 RCA connector to an AV Receiver e COMPONENT VIDEO OUT 10 RCA connectors and the S PDIF OUT 10 RCA connector to a home theater system 3 Leave the LOOP RCA connectors unconnected and push in the Input Term buttons to 75Q Note if a loop connection is required for example to a local monitor plug it into the COMPONENT VIDEO LOOP RCA connectors and release the Input Term button to Hi Z 4 Connect the power cord not illustrated in Figure 4 5 If required adjust the Y B Y and R Y output signal level and or the Y B Y and R Y cable compensation equalization level 1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VM 100CA After connecting your VM 100CA switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device 2 You can connect up to 10 component video output connectors to up to 10 component video acceptors When less than 10 outputs are required connect only those outputs of the VM 100CA that are require
13. nd light industry environment CFR 47 FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15 Radio frequency devices Subpart B Unintentional radiators CAUTION B Servicing the machines can only be done by an authorized Kramer technician Any user who makes changes or modifications to the unit without the expressed approval of the manufacturer will void user authority to operate the equipment gt Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine B Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components 1 11 For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit our Web site www kramerelectronics com where updates to this user manual may be found We welcome your questions comments and feedback Safety Warning Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening servicing Caution 9001 o lt 2 al toc le Institute of Quality amp Control Kramer Electronics Ltd Web site www kramerelectronics com E mail infoOkramerel com P N 2900 000109 REV 2
14. t L LEVEL Trimmer Adjusts the left audio output level 12 lt LEFT OUTPUT RCA Connector Connect to the stereo audio left acceptors from 1 to 10 13 RIGHT OUTPUT RCA Connector Connect to the stereo audio right acceptors from 1 to 10 14 INPUT TERM Button Pushing in selects 75 releasing selects Hi Z 15 o a LY RCA Connector 16 rat 8 R Y RCA Connector For looping the inputs if required 17 gt B Y RCA Connector 18 z 5 Y RCA Connector 19 5 a B Y RCA Connector Connect to the component source 20 2 R Y RCA Connector 21 O 5 YRCA Connector 22 Q R Y RCA Connector Connect to the component acceptors from 1 to 10 23 B Y RCA Connector 24 Power Connector with Fuse AC connector enabling power supply to the unit 1 For looping select Hi Z 2 Insert a screwdriver into the small hole and carefully rotate it trimming the level 4 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Your VM 100CA Figure 3 and Table 3 define the level trimmers and the EQ trimmers for Y B Y and R Y on the underside of the VM 100CA Figure 3 VM 100CA Underside Table 3 VM 100CA Underside Features Feature Function B Y EQ Trimmer Adjusts the B Y cable compensation equalization level B Y LEVEL Trimmer Adjusts the B Y output signal level R Y EQ Trimmer Adjusts the R Y cable compensation equalization level R Y LEVEL Trimmer Adjusts the R Y output signal level
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