Kramer Electronics VM-2HXL video splitter
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1. by H according to the HDMI Guideline The package includes the following items e VM2Hxl 2 HDMI Distributor e Power adapter SV DC input 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 1 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 GROUP 11 Sierra Products 2 High Definition Multimedia Interface 3 Download up to date Kramer user manuals from our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 4 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 1 Getting Started 2 1 Quick Start This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps of the VM 2Hxl Step 1 Connect the inputs and outputs see section 5 Connect the input Connect the outputs DVD Player LCD TV Step 2 Turn the power ON Step 3 If required acquire the EDID see section 5 2 This is usually done only once when the machine is being set up in an ins2. Kramer Electronics Ltd USER MANUAL Model VM 2Hxl 1 2 HDMI Distributor Contents Contents 1 Introduction 2 Getting Started 2 1 Quick Start 3 Overview 3 1 About HDMI 3 2 Defining EDID 3 3 Recommendations for Best Performance 4 Your VM 2Hxl 1 2 HDMI Distributor 5 Using the VM 2Hxl 1 2 HDMI Distributor 3 Connecting the VM 2Hxl 1 2 HDMI Distributor 5 2 Acquiring the EDID 6 Technical Specifications Figures Figure 1 VM 2Hxl 1 2 HDMI Distributor Figure 2 Connecting a VM 2Hxl 1 2 HDMI Distributor Tables Table 1 VM 2Hxl 1 2 HDMI Distributor Features Table 2 Technical Specifications of the VM 2Hxl XD UN QU d 40009 Y m Introduction 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 Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer DigiTOOLS VM 2Hxl 2 HDMP Distributor The VM 2Hxl is ideal for e Home theater presentation and multimedia applications e Rental and staging Note that the Kramer VM 2Hxl is identical to the VM 2HDMIxl just the name has changed replacing the suffix HDMI
3. ce 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 3 Forthe name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center consult your authorized dealer LIMITATION OFIMPLIED WARRANTIES All implied warranties including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to the length of this warranty EXCLUSIONOFDAMAGES 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 oftime commercial loss or 2 Anyother 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 AII 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 t
4. g the EDID SETUP button briefly the OUT LEDs indicate which type of EDID was last acquired If the OUT 1 LED illuminates the OUT 1 EDID is stored in the non volatile memory OUT 2 LED illuminates the OUT 2 EDID is stored in the non volatile memory OUT 1 and OUT 2 LEDs illuminate the Auto Mix EDID is stored in the non volatile memory OUT 1 and OUT 2 LEDs blink the Default EDID is stored in the non volatile memory To acquire the EDID do the following 1 2 3 Connect the power Connect the output or outputs from which you want to acquire the EDID Press and hold the EDID SETUP button to select the desired EDID The OUT LEDs illuminate in the following cycle OUT 1 OUT 2 both illuminate auto mix and both blink default Release the button when reaching the desired set up The EDID is now acquired 1 The VM 2Hx reads the EDID which is stored in the non volatile memory 2 This is usually done only once when the machine is being set up in an installation Once acquired the EDID is saved in non volatile memory and further acquisition is not necessary 3 The EDID acquired is a weighted average of all the connected outputs For example if several displays with different resolutions are connected to the outputs the acquired EDID supports all the resolutions as well as other parameters included in the EDID 4 If you set the machine to acquire the EDID from an output that is not connected the default EDID
5. he 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 and light industry environment CFR 47 FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15 Radio frequency devices Subpart B Unintentional radiators CAUTION BO 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 BO Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine BO Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components FCC and CE approved using S TP cable for twisted pair products 1 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 9 lt Q lt a gt Institute of Quality amp Control Kramer Electronics Ltd Web site www kramerelectronics com E mail info kramerel com P N 2900 000672 REV 2
6. is acquired Technical Specifications 6 Technical Specifications Table 2 includes the technical specifications of the VM 2Hxl Table 2 Technical Specifications of the VM 2Hxl INPUT 1 HDMI connector OUTPUTS 2 HDMI connectors BANDWIDTH Supports up to 2 25Gbps bandwidth per graphic channel COMPLIANCE WITH Supports HDMI and HDCP HDMI STANDARD CONTROLS EDID SETUP button input select button INDICATOR LEDs IN 1 IN 2 OUT 1 OUT 2 and ON LEDs POWER SOURCE 5V DC 910mA DIMENSIONS 12cm x 7 2cm x 2 4cm 4 7 x 2 8 1 0 W D H WEIGHT 0 3kg 0 67lbs approx ACCESSORIES Power supply bracket installation kit OPTIONS HDMI HDMI male to male cables 1 Specifications are subject to change without notice 8 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED WARRANTY Kramer Electronics hereafter Kramer warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms HOWLONGISTHE WARRANTY Labor and parts are warranted for three years from the date of the first customer purchase WHOISPROTECTED Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty WHATIS COVEREDANDWHATISNOT 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
7. ision enabling new functionality such as automatic configuration and one button play HDMI has the capacity to support e Existing high definition video formats 720p 10801 and 1080p 60 as well as standard definition formats such as NTSC or PAL Defining EDID The Extended Display Identification Data EDID is a data structure provided by a display to describe its capabilities to a graphics card that is connected to the display s source The EDID enables the VM 2Hxl to know what kind of monitor is connected to the output The EDID includes the manufacturer s name the product type the timing data supported by the display the display size luminance data and for digital displays only the pixel mapping data Recommendations for Best Performance To achieve the best performance e 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 e Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality and position your Kramer VM 2Hxl away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust No operator serviceable parts inside unit Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall adapter that is provided with the unit Disconnect power and unplug unit from wall before installing or removin g the device or servicing unit 1 HDMI provides the quality and f
8. rts standard enhanced high definition video and multi channel digital audio on a single cable Transmits all ATSC HDTV standards and supports 8 channel digital audio with bandwidth to spare to accommodate future enhancements and requirements 1 Suitable for resolutions up to UXGA at 60Hz and for all HD resolutions 2 Lets you use the EDID default value when no display from which to read the EDID is connected 3 Ensuring an all digital rendering of video without the losses associated with analog interfaces and their unnecessary digital to analog conversions 4 HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI licensing LLC 5 With video and multi channel audio combined into a single cable the cost complexity and confusion of multiple cables currently used in A V systems is reduced 6 HDMI technology has been designed to use standard copper cable construction at up to 15m 7 HDMI supports multiple audio formats from standard stereo to multi channel surround sound HDMI has the capacity to support Dolby 5 1 audio and high resolution audio formats Overview 3 2 3 3 e Benefits consumers by providing superior uncompressed digital video quality via a single cable and user friendly connector e Isbackward compatible with DVI Digital Visual Interface e Supports two way communication between the video source such as a DVD player and the digital telev
9. section describes how to e Connect the VM 2Hxl see Section 5 1 e Use the EDID SETUP button see Section 5 2 Using the VM 2HxI 1 2 HDMI Distributor 5 1 Connecting the VM 2Hxl 1 2 HDMI Distributor To connect the VM 2Hxl as the example in Figure 2 shows do the following 1 Connect the HDMI source for example a DVD player to the HDMI IN connector Connect the HDMI OUT connectors to up to two HDMI acceptors as follows HDMI OUT 1 connector to an LCD TV HDMI OUT 2 connector to a plasma display Connect the 5V DC power adapter to the power socket and connect the adapter to the mains electricity Press the EDID SETUP button to acquire or change the EDID information see Section 5 2 DVD Player LCD TV Display Figure 2 Connecting a VM 2Hxl 1 2 HDMI Distributor 1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VM 2Hxl After connecting your VM 2Hxl switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Using the VM 2HxI 1 2 HDMI Distributor 5 2 Acquiring the EDID Initially the VM 2Hxl operates with the factory default EDID This lets you connect the power before connecting one of the acceptors or sources You can acquire the EDID from One output the relevant output illuminates The default EDID both output LEDs blink Two connected outputs the auto mix mode both output LEDs illuminate When pressin
10. tallation Once acquired the EDID is saved in non volatile memory and further acquisition is not necessary Connect the power supply Connect the output s from which you want to acquire the EDID Press and hold the EDID SETUP button to select the desired EDID setup OUT 1 OUT 2 Auto mix Default When you reach the desired setup release the EDID SETUP button to acquire the EDID 2 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Overview 3 Overview The high quality VM 2Hxl accepts an HDMI input and distributes the signal to two outputs In particular the VM 2Hxl features Up to 2 25Gbps bandwidth per graphic channel HDMI Support HDMI V 1 4 with Deep Color x v Color Lip Sync CEC 3D pass through I EDIDPro Kramer Intelligent EDID Processing an intelligent EDID handling and processing algorithm that ensures Plug and Play operation for HDMI systems A default EDID for fast and efficient connection of the unit 5V DC power 3 1 About HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface HDMI is an uncompressed all digital audio video interface widely supported in the entertainment and home cinema industry It delivers the highest high definition image and sound quality In particular HDMI Provides a simple interface between any audio video source such as a set top box DVD player or A V receiver and video monitor such as a digital flat LCD plasma television DTV over a single lengthy cable Suppo
11. unctionality of a digital interface while also supporting uncompressed video formats in a simple cost effective manner 2 Defined by a standard published by the Video Electronics Standards Association VESA 3 Available from Kramer Electronics on our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Your VM 2Hx1 1 2 HDMI Distributor 4 Your VM 2Hxl 1 2 HDMI Distributor Figure 1 and Table 1 define the VM 2Hxl 2 HDMI Distributor ADMIN EDMIOUTA OUT DigiTOOLS MK nodo y EDID Serue Ra ES o2 i O 0000 1 2 HDMI Distributor VM 2Hxi Figure 1 VM 2Hxl 1 2 HDMI Distributor Table 1 VM 2Hxl 1 2 HDMI Distributor Features Feature Function 1 HDMI IN Connects to the HDMI source 2 HDMI OUT1 Connects to the HDMI acceptor 1 3 HDMI OUT2 Connects to the HDMI acceptor 2 4 5V DC 5V DC connector for powering the unit 5 EDID SETUP Button Press for more than 3 seconds to acquire the EDID information from the display 6 INPUT LED Flashes when the stored EDID does not match the display device EDID illuminates when the EDID corresponds to the display device and that HDMI source is active 7 OUT1 LED Flashes during the EDID setup illuminates when output 1 is connected 8 OUT2LED Flashes during the EDID setup illuminates when output 2 is connected 9 ONLED lIlluminates when receiving power 5 Using the VM 2Hxl 1 2 HDMI Distributor This
12. 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 the serial number has been defaced modified or removed or on which the WARRANTY VOID IF TAMPERED sticker has been torn reattached removed or otherwise interfered with 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 Repairorattempted repair by anyone not authorized by Kramer iv Any shipment ofthe product claims must be presented to the carrier v Removalor installation ofthe product vi Anyothercause which does not relate to a product defect vii Cartons equipment enclosures cables or accessories used in conjunction with the product WHATWEWILLPAYFORANDWHATWEWILLNOTPAYFOR We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items We will not pay for the following 1 Removalorinstallations charges 2 Costs of initial technical adjustments set up including adjustment of user controls or programming These costs are the responsibility ofthe 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 servi
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