Kramer Electronics VM-2HDCPXL video splitter
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1. 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 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 www kramerelectronics com 1 Getting Started 2 1 Quick Start This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps Step 1 Connect the inputs and outputs see section 5 1 Connect the input Connect the outputs Com uter Graphics Source Display Projector 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 installation Once acquired the EDID is saved in non volatile memory and further acquisition is not necessary p ha Q Connect the power supply O Connect the output s from which you want to acquire the EDID O Pre2. for DVI and uses state of the art line drivers on both outputs About HDCP The High Bandwidth Digital Content Protection HDCP standard protects digital video and audio signals transmitted over DVI or HDMI connections between two HDCP enabled devices to eliminate the reproduction of copyrighted material To protect copyright holders such as movie studios from having their programs copied and shared the HDCP standard provides for the secure and encrypted transmission of digital signals 1 EDID is Extended Display Identification Data 2 Developed by Intel Overview 3 2 Defining EDID The Extended Display Identification Data EDID is a data structure provided by a display to describe its capabilities to the source The EDID enables the VM 2HDCPxl 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 3 3 Recommendations for Best Performance Achieving the best performance means e Connecting 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 Avoiding interference from neighboring electrical appliances and positioning your VM 2HDCPxl away from moisture excessive sunlight and dus
3. 2 LED illuminates the OUTPUT 2 EDID was stored in the non volatile memory e OUTPUT 1 and OUTPUT 2 LEDs illuminate the Auto Mix EDID was stored in the non volatile memory e OUTPUT and OUTPUT 2 LEDs blink the Default EDID is stored in the non volatile memory To acquire the EDID do the following 1 Connect the power 2 Connect the output or outputs from which you want to acquire the EDID 3 Press and hold the EDID button to select the desired EDID The OUTPUT LEDs illuminate in the following cycle OUTPUT 1 OUTPUT 2 both illuminate auto mix and both blink default 4 Release the button when reaching the desired set up The EDID is now acquired 1 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 2 The VM 2HDCPx reads the EDID which is stored in the non volatile memory 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 is acquired 7 Technical Specifications 6 Technical Specifications Table 2 includes the technical specifications Table 2 Technical Specifications
4. Kramer Electronics Ltd USER MANUAL Model VM 2HDCPxl 1 2 DVI Distributor Contents Contents 1 Introduction 2 Getting Started 2 1 Quick Start 3 Overview 3 1 About HDCP 3 2 Defining EDID 3 3 Recommendations for Best Performance 4 Your VM 2HDCPx1 1 2 DVI Distributor 5 Connecting a VM 2HDCPx 1 2 DVI Distributor 5 1 Acquiring the EDID 6 Technical Specifications Figures Figure 1 VM 2HDCPx 1 2 DVI Distributor Figure 2 Connecting a VM 2HDCPxl 1 2 DVI Distributor Tables Table 1 VM 2HDCPxl 1 2 DVI Distributor Features Table 2 Technical Specifications of the VM 2HDCPx 1 2 DVI Distributor SAND UI FPHWW nm pu 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 Thank you for purchasing your Kramer Digi TOOLS VM 2HDCPxl 2 DVI Distributor The VM 2HDCPxI is ideal for e Multiple screen applications e Rental and staging Each package includes the following items e VM 2HDCPxl 2 DVI Distributor e Power adapter 5V DC Input A 2 e This user manual 2 Getting Started
5. 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 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 ofnature ii Product modification or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product ili Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by Kramer iv Any shipment of the product claims must be presented to the carrier v Removalor 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 WILLPAY FORAND WHATWEWILLNOT PAYFOR 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
6. 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 3 For the 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 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 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 b
7. een 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 and light industry environment CFR 47 FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15 Radio frequency devices Subpart B Unintentional radiators CAUTION B gt 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 Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components FCC andCE approved using STP cable for twisted pair products amp K 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 g NY lt a Institute of Quality amp Control Kramer Electronics Ltd Web site www kramerelectronics com E mail info kramerel com P N 2900 000510 REV 2
8. of the VM 2HDCPxl 1 2 DVI Distributor INPUT 1 DVI 1 2Vpp on a DVI Molex 24 pin female connector DDC signal 5Vpp TTL OUTPUTS 2 DVI 1 2Vpp on DVI Molex 24 pin female connectors DDC signal 5Vpp TTL COMPLIANCE WITH Supports DVI 1 1 and HDCP STANDARDS MAX RESOLUTION Up to WUXGA 1920x1200 1080p BANDWIDTH 2 25Gbps CONTROLS EDID button for selecting and storing EDID information POWER SOURCE 5V DC 810mA 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 mounting bracket OPTIONS RK 3T 19 rack adapter Kramer DVI cables 1 Specifications are subject to change without notice 2 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 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 COVEREDAND WHATIS NOTCOVERED 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
9. ss and hold the EDID SETUP button to select the desired EDID setup OUT 1 OUT 2 Auto mix Default Q When you reach the desired setup release the EDID SETUP button to acquire the EDID 2 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Overview 3 1 Overview The Kramer VM 2HDCPxl is an HDCP High Bandwidth Digital Content Protection compatible 1 2 distribution amplifier for DVI D Digital signals Since high resolution DVI signals are very sensitive to cable quality and to PCB layout the VM 2HDCPxl uses a uniquely designed PCB which includes all buffering conditioning and amplifying circuitry to provide two high level output signals In particular the VM 2HDCPxI e Distributes signals having resolutions up to WUXGA including all HDTV formats e Has a bandwidth of 2 25Gbps e Supports the DDWG DVI 1 0 standard e Consists of a built in re clocking block that re generates the DVI signal so that several units may be cascaded e Can read and store in non volatile memory the EDID block from one of the outputs so it can then provide the EDID information to the DVI source even if the display device is not connected e Has I EDIDPro Kramer Intelligent EDID Processing an intelligent EDID handling and processing algorithm that ensures Plug and Play operation for HDMI systems e Has three DVI I connectors which are compatible with all types of DVI cables e Isa cost effective solution for distributing the TMDS signals used
10. t No operator serviceable parts inside unit Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall adapter that is provided with the unit MENTA Disconnect power and unplug unit from wall before installing or removing the device or servicing unit 1 Defined by a standard published by the Video Electronics Standards Association VESA 4 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Your VM 2HDCPx 1 2 DVI Distributor 4 Your VM 2HDCPxl 1 2 DVI Distributor Figure 1 and Table 1 define the VM 2HDCPxl to E OUTPUT 1 OUTPUT 2 eT DigiTOOLS IN OUTPUTS ON 1 2 ooo0oo 1 2 DVI Distributor VM 2HDCPxL 7 E Figure 1 VM 2HDCPxl 1 2 DVI Distributor Table 1 VM 2HDCPxI 1 2 DVI Distributor Features Feature Function 1 5V DC 5V DC connector for powering the unit 2 OUTPUT 2 DVI Connector Connect to the DVI acceptor 2 3 OUTPUT 1 DVI Connector Connect to the DVI acceptor 1 4 EDID Button Press to read the EDID of the selected display see section 5 1 5 INPUT DVI Connector Connect to the DVI source 6 INLED Lights when the input is active blinks when the input is not valid 7 OUTPUT LEDs 1 LED lights when OUTPUT 1 is connected and active LED blinks when selecting the EDID see section 5 1 8 2 LED lights when OUTPUT 2 is connected and active LED blinks when selecting the EDID see section 5 1 9 ON LED Lights when the unit is powered Connecting a VM 2HDCP
11. xl 1 2 DVI Distributor 5 Connecting a VM 2HDCPxI 1 2 DVI Distributor To connect the VM 2HDCPx as illustrated in the example in Figure 2 do the following 1 Connect a computer graphics source to the INPUT connector 2 Connect the OUTPUT connectors to one or both DVI acceptors as follows OUTPUT 1 connector to DVI acceptor 1 for example a display OUTPUT 2 connector to DVI acceptor 2 for example a projector 3 Connect the SV DC power adapter wall transformer to the 5V DC socket and connect the transformer to the mains electricity 4 Acquire the EDID see section 5 1 LL ES Computer Graphics Source Display Projector Figure 2 Connecting a VM 2HDCPxl 1 2 DVI Distributor 1 You do not have to connect both outputs KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting a VM 2HDCPx 1 2 DVI Distributor 5 1 Acquiring the EDID Initially the VM 2HDCPxI operates with the factory default EDID This lets you connect the power before connecting one of the acceptors or the source You can acquire the EDID from e One output the relevant output illuminates e The default EDID both output LEDs blink e Two connected outputs the auto mix mode both output LEDs illuminate When pressing the EDID button briefly the OUTPUT LEDs indicate which type of EDID was last acquired If the e OUTPUT 1 LED illuminates the OUTPUT 1 EDID was stored in the non volatile memory e OUTPUT
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