Hama VM-216HDMI
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1. 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 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 3 For the name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center consult your authorized dealer LIMITATION OF IMP2. TECHNOLOGY Overview 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 e Supports standard enhanced high definition video and multi channel digital audio on a single cable e Transmits all ATSC HDTV standards and supports 8 channel digital audio with bandwidth to spare to accommodate future enhancements and requirements e Benefits consumers by providing superior uncompressed digital video quality via a single cable and user friendly connector e Is backward compatible with DVI Digital Visual Interface e Supports two way communication between the video source such as a DVD player and the digital television enabling new functionality such as automatic configuration and one button play HDMI has the capacity to support existing high definition video formats 720p 10801 and 1080p 60 as well as standard definition formats such as NTSC or PAL 3 2 Defining EDID The Extended Display Identification Data EDID is a data structure provided by a display to describe its capabilities to an HDMI source The EDID enables the VM 28HDMI VM 212HDMI VM 216HDMI 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
3. a plasma display e OUTPUT 2 connector to acceptor 2 for example an LCD TV e OUTPUT 7 connector to acceptor 7 for example an LCD TV e OUTPUT 8 connector to acceptor 8 for example a plasma display 2 Connect the two HDMI sources for example a DVD player and a set top box to the INPUT 1 and INPUT 2 connectors respectively using the Kramer HDMI copper cables 3 Connectthe power cord to the mains electricity lt 2 DVD Player RQ Display Set Top Box Source Plasma Display LCD TV LCD TV Figure 4 Connecting a VM 28HDMI 2 Input 1 8 HDMI Distributor 1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VM 28HDMI After connecting your VM 28HDMI switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device 2 As required Up to 8 outputs can be connected Not all outputs need to be connected 3 Only connections from the first two acceptors and the last two acceptors are shown in Figure 4 9 Using the VM 28HDMI VM 212HDMI VM 216HDMI 5 1 2 Connecting the VM 212HDMI 2 Input 1 12 HDMI Distributor To connect VM 212HDMI as the example in Figure 5 shows do the following 1 Connectthe HDMI OUTPUT connectors to up to 12 HDMI acceptors using Kramer HDMI copper cables In this example connect the e OUTPUT 1 connector to acceptor 1 for example a plasma display OUTPUT 2 connector to acceptor 2 for example an LCD TV e OUTPUT 11 connector to acceptor 11
4. at each input from an output display device so it can then provide the EDID information to the HDMI source even if the display device is not connected default EDID for fast and efficient connection of the unit e Three modes of operation the Distribution mode the EDID mode and the EDID Reset mode e A 19 1U rack mountable enclosure and is fed from a 100 264 VAC universal switching power supply 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 Note that Kramer Electronics Limited is HDMI Adopter and an HDCP Licensee 1 Suitable for resolutions up to UXGA at 60Hz and for all HD resolutions 2 While the machine is ON 3 EDID is Extended Display Identification Data see section 3 2 for a detailed definition 4 Independently Each input can be set with its own EDID block 5 Lets you use the EDID default value when no display from which to read the EDID is connected 6 Used to distribute an input signal to several outputs 7 See section 5 2 8 Ensuring an all digital rendering of video without the losses associated with analog interfaces and their unnecessary digital to analog conversions 9 See http www hdmi org about adopters_founders asp 10 See http www digital cp com list KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE
5. for example an LCD TV e OUTPUT 12 connector to acceptor 12 for example a plasma display 2 Connect the two HDMI sources for example a DVD player and a set top box to the INPUT 1 and INPUT 2 connectors respectively using the Kramer HDMI copper cables 3 Connect the power cord to the mains electricity BU DVD Player Display Set Top Box Source Plasma Display LCD TV LCD TV Figure 5 Connecting a VM 212HDMI 2 Input 1 12 HDMI Distributor 1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VM 212HDMI After connecting your VM 212HDMI switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device 2 As required Up to 12 outputs can be connected Not all outputs need to be connected 3 Only connections from the first two acceptors and the last two acceptors are shown in Figure 5 10 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Using the VM 28HDMI VM 212HDMI VM 216HDMI 5 1 3 Connecting the VM 216HDMI 2 Input 1 16 HDMI Distributor To connect the VM 216HDMI as the example in Figure 6 shows do the following 1 Connectthe HDMI OUTPUT connectors to up to 16 HDMI acceptors using Kramer HDMI copper cables In this example connect the e OUTPUT 1 connector to acceptor 1 for example a plasma display e OUTPUT 2 connector to acceptor 2 for example an LCD TV e OUTPUT 15 connector to acceptor 15 for example an LCD TV e OUTPUT 16 connector to acceptor 16 for e
6. Kramer Electronics Ltd l KRAMER USER MANUAL Models VM 28HDMI 2 Input 1 8 HDMI Distributor VM 212HDML 2 Input 1 12 HDMI Distributor VM 216HDMI 2 Input 1 16 HDMI Distributor Contents Contents 1 Introduction 2 Getting Started 3 Overview 3 1 About HDMI 32 Defining EDID 3 3 Recommendations for Best Performance 4 Your VM 28HDMI VM 212HDMI VM 216HDMI 5 Using the VM 28HDMI VM 212HDMI VM 216HDMI 5 1 Connecting the VM 28HDMI VM 212HDMI VM 216HDMI 511 Connecting the VM 28HDMI 2 Input 1 8 HDMI Distributor 5 1 2 Connecting the VM 212HDMI 2 Input 1 12 HDMI Distributor 5 1 3 Connecting the VM 216HDMI 2 Input 1 16 HDMI Distributor 5 2 Operating the VM 28HDMI VM 212HDMI VM 216HDMI 521 Using the EDID Button 5 22 Acquiring Changing the EDID 5 2 3 Resetting the Default EDID 6 Technical Specifications Figures Figure 1 VM 28HDMI 2 Input 1 8 HDMI Distributor Figure 2 VM 212HDMI 2 Input 1 12 HDMI Distributor Figure 3 VM 216HDMI 2 Input 1 16 HDMI Distributor Figure 4 Connecting a VM 28HDMI 2 Input 1 8 HDMI Distributor Figure 5 Connecting a VM 212HDMI 2 Input 1 12 HDMI Distributor Figure 6 Connecting a VM 216HDMI 2 Input 1 16 HDMI Distributor Tables Table 1 VM 28HDMI VM 212HDMI VM 216HDMI Features Table 2 VM 28HDMI VM 212HDMI VM 216HDMI Technical Specifications aor PWNN NN 2 tA Roa ADDENDUM VM 28HDMI V
7. LIED WARRANTIES 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 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 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 and light industry environment CFR 47 FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15 Radio frequency devices Su
8. M 216HDMI This addendum describes the new IR Receiver and RS 232 connector to the VM 28HDMI and VM 216HDMI machines The user manual is updated in five places add at the end of section 1 on page 1 e Kramer RC IRI Infra Red Remote Control Transmitter including the required battery and a separate user manual 10 before section 3 1 on page 2 Control the VM 28HDMI VM 216HDMI using the front panel buttons and or via e RS222 serial commands transmitted by a PC or other serial controller e The Kramer infra red remote control transmitter add after Table 1 in section 4 on page 4 Table A1 describes the additional IR Receiver and RS 232 connector Table AI IR Receiver and the RS 232 Connector Features IR Receiver IR Receiver front panel RS 232 Port RS 232 DB 9F Port The red LED lights when _ rear panel 65732 POWER 9 receiving signals from the o Infra red remote control o transmitter Connects to the PC or the RS 232 Remote Controller add before section 6 on page 13 5 3 Controlling via RS 232 for example using a PC To connect a PC to the VM 28HDMI VM 216HDMI using the Null modem adapter provided with the machine recommended e Connect the RS 232 DB9 rear panel port on the VM 28HDMI VM 216HDMI unit to the Null modem adapter and connect the Null modem adapter with a 9 wire flat cable to the RS 232 DB9 port
9. WIDTH Supports up to 1 65Gbps bandwidth per graphic channel COMPLIANCE Supports HDMI 1 2 and HDCP WITH HDMI STANDARD CONTROLS EDID IN 1 IN 2 and LOCK buttons INDICATOR LEDs OUTPUT STATUS LEDs POWER SOURCE 100 264 VAC 50 60Hz 27VA 100 264 VAC 50 60Hz 31VA DIMENSIONS 19 inch W 7 inch D 1U H WEIGHT 2 5 kg 5 5 Ibs approx ACCESSORIES Power cord OPTIONS HDMI HDMI male to male cables Fiber Optic HDMI Cable C FOHM FOHM 1 Specifications are subject to change without notice 13 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 the serial number has been defaced modified or removed Damage deterioration malfunction resulting from i
10. ar panels Table 1 VM 28HDMI VM 212HDMI VM 216HDMI Features Feature Function 1 POWER Switch Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON OFF 2 IN 1 Button Press to select source 1 and distribute this signal to the outputs when the EDID button is not illuminated 0 Also used for acquiring changing the EDID see section 5 2 2 3 IN 2 Button Press to select source 2 and distribute this signal to the outputs when the EDID button is not illuminated Also used for acquiring changing the EDID see section 5 2 2 4 EDID Button Press for more than 3 seconds to set to the EDID mode 5 LOCK Button Press to engage disengage the front panel switches 6 OUTPUT STATUS LEDs LEDs light when an output s is connected and active LEDs blink when selecting the EDID see section 5 2 2 or when connecting a non HDCP display while providing HDCP content to the VM 28HDMI VM 212HDMI VM 216HDMI 7 INPUT 1 HDMI Connector Connects to the HDMI source 1 8 INPUT 2 HDMI Connector Connects to the HDMI source 2 9 OUTPUTHDMI Connector Connects to the HDMI acceptor from 1 to 8 VM 28HDMI from 1 to 12 VM 212HDMI from 1 to 16 VM 216HDMI 10 Power Connector with Fuse AC connector enabling power supply to the unit 1 Illuminates when selected and there is a signal blinks when selected but there is no signal 2 Illuminates when configuring the EDID When the EDID button is not illuminated the machine is in Distribution mode lets
11. bpart B Unintentional radiators CAUTION DO 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 14 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY For the latest information on our products and 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 32 QS a Institute of Quality 4 Control Kramer Electronics Ltd Web site www kramerelectronics com E mail info Okramerel com P N 2900 000185 REV 1
12. d1no L1ndino L 1ndino eL 1ndino aS c S 1ndino LNdLNO c vl 1ndino e 91ndino e 1ndino c 1ndino OL 1ndino c zindino 91 1 Z INGH9IC WA 6 241814 61ndino Lindino LNdNI LINA 9L V andul Si o 9 S wb t Z2 0 6 8 4 9 zo sais aano 193138 IINGHO9TICINA IINGHCICWA IINGH8CIALA Using the VM 28HDMI VM 212HDMI VM 216HDMI 5 Using the VM 28HDMI VM 212HDMI VM 216HDMI This section describes how to Connect VM 28HDMI VM 212HDMI VM 216HDMIL see section 5 1 Operate the VM 28HDMI VM 212HDMI VM 216HDMI see section 5 2 Use the EDID button see section 5 2 1 5 1 Connecting the VM 28HDMI VM 212HDMI VM 216HDMI This section describes how to connect the e VM 28HDML see section 5 1 1 e VM 212HDMI see section 5 1 2 e VM 216HDMI see section 5 1 3 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Using the VM 28HDMI VM 212HDMI VM 216HDMI 5 1 1 Connecting the VM 28HDMI 2 Input 1 8 HDMI Distributor To connect the VM 28HDMI as the example in Figure 4 shows do the following 1 Connect the HDMI OUTPUT connectors to up to 8 HDMI acceptors using Kramer HDMI copper cables In this example connect the e OUTPUT 1 connector to acceptor 1 for example
13. luminance data and for digital displays only the pixel mapping data 1 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 2 HDMI technology has been designed to use standard copper cable construction at up to 15m 3 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 4 HDMI provides the quality and functionality of a digital interface while also supporting uncompressed video formats in a simple cost effective manner 5 Defined by a standard published by the Video Electronics Standards Association VESA 3 Your VM 28HDMI VM 212HDMI VM 216HDMI 3 3 Recommendations for Best Performance 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 and position your VM 28HDMI VM 212HDMI VM 216HDMI away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust 4 Your VM 28HDMI VM 212HDMI VM 216HDMI This section illustrates the e VM 28HDML see Figure 1 e VM 212HDML see Figure 2 e VM 216HDMI see Figure 3 Table 1 defines the front and re
14. on your PC To connect a PC to the VM 28HDMI VM 216HDMI without using a Null modem adapter e Connect the RS 232 DB9 port on your PC to the RS 232 DBO rear panel port on the VM 28HDMI VM 216HDMI unit as Figure Al illustrates PIN 5 Connected to PIN 5 Ground PIN 3 Connected to PIN 2 PIN 2 Connected to PIN 3 Female 089 From PC Male DB9 PIN 4 Connected to PIN 6 PINS 8 7 1 Connected together If a Shielded cable is used connect the shield to PIN 5 Figure Al Connecting a PC without using a Null modem Adapter add after section 6 on page 13 8 Kramer Protocol 2000 The VM 28HDMI VM 216HDMI is compatible with Kramer s Protocol 2000 version 0 46 You can download it from our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com P N 2900 0001851 AI 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 Groups which are clearly defined by function Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VM 28HDMI 2 Input 1 8 HDM Distributor VM 212HDMI 2 Input 1 12 HDMI Distributor and or VM 216HDMI 2 Input 1 16 HDMI Distributor Each machine is ideal for e Home theater
15. presentation and multimedia applications e Rental and staging The package includes the following items e VM28HDMI VM 212HDMI VM 216HDMI e Power cord This user manual Getting Started We recommend that you 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 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 High Definition Multimedia Interface 3 Download up to date Kramer user manuals from the Internet at this URL http www kramerelectronics com 4 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http www kramerelectronics com 1 Overview 3 3 1 Overview Each high quality HDMI Distributor accepts one of two HDMI inputs and distributes the selected signal to e 8 outputs the VM 28HDMI e 12 outputs the VM 212HDMI e 16 outputs the VM 216HDMI Each machine the VM 28HDMI VM 212HDML and VM 216HDMI has e Support for up to 1 65Gbps bandwidth per graphic channel e ability to read and store in non volatile memory the EDID block
16. tput display 5 2 3 Connect the power supply Connect the new output display device Press the EDID button for more than 3 seconds to set the machine to the EDID Reset mode Press an input button either IN 1 or IN 2 once The selected input button illuminates Press that input button to set the appropriate OUTPUT STATUS LED The OUTPUT STATUS LED blinks indicating that that output channel is selected Press the LOCK button to copy the EDID of the selected OUTPUT to the input Note to cancel the EDID modification press the EDID button before pressing the LOCK button While the EDID is being copied the EDID button blinks The new EDID is copied when the EDID button no longer blinks Resetting the Default EDID To reset the default EDID do the following Repeat the steps in section 5 2 2 while selecting an output to which no device is connected 1 Depending if you want to copy the new EDID to input 1 or to input 2 12 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Technical Specifications 6 Technical Specifications Table 2 includes the technical specifications of the VM 28HDMI VM 212HDMI and VM 216HDMI Table 2 VM 28HDMI VM 212HDMI VM 216HDMI Technical Specifications VM 28HDMI VM 212HDMI VM 216HDMI INPUTS 2 on HDMI Connectors 2 HDMI Connectors 2 HDMI Connectors OUTPUTS 8 on HDMI Connectors 12 on HDMI Connectors 16 on HDMI Connectors BAND
17. xample a plasma display 2 Connect the two HDMI sources for example a DVD player and a set top box to the INPUT 1 and INPUT 2 connectors respectively using the Kramer HDMI copper cables 3 Connectthe power cord to the mains electricity DVD Player Display Set Top Box Source Plasma Display LCD TV LCD TV Figure 6 Connecting a VM 216HDMI 2 Input 1 16 HDMI Distributor 1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VM 216HDMI After connecting your VM 216HDMI switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device 2 As required Up to 16 outputs can be connected Not all outputs need to be connected 3 Only connections from the first two acceptors and the last two acceptors are shown in Figure 6 11 Using the VM 28HDMI VM 212HDMI VM 216HDMI 5 2 Operating the VM 28HDMI VM 212HDMI VM 216HDMI 1 2 3 5 2 1 Turn ON the POWER Select the desired input Press the EDID button to acquire or change the EDID data see section 5 2 1 Using the EDID Button Initially the VM 28HDMI VM 212HDMI VM 216HDMI operates with the factory default EDID 5 2 2 Acquiring Changing the EDID You can work with the default EDID or acquire or change an EDID via one of the connected outputs Each input is assigned with its own individual EDID block Use the EDID button to acquire the output EDID information To acquire or change the EDID of a new ou
18. you distribute an input signal to the outputs 3 Illuminates when the front panel switches are locked pressing another button causes the LOCK button to blink once warning that you need to unlock to regain control via the front panel The LOCK button also blinks the IN 1 IN 2 and EDID buttons do not blink at the same time when the machine is busy perhaps searching between signals and no operation is permitted KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY IWGH 9 1 INGHSC WA 1 241814 c3 81ndino 91ndino S1ndino v1ndino e LNdLNO z1ndino Lindino L NANI pipa o OVA 192 004 JOINQUAISIO 8 8 t 9 s LN po MU indino x901 jaaa 193738 TINGH9IC WA IINGHCICWA IINGH8CIALA Your VM 28HDMI VM 212HDMI VM 216HDMI OUTPUT STATUS 6 7 8 9 SELECT IN 1 IN2 VM 21 2HDMI 2 Input 1 12 HDMI Distributor OUTPUT 1 OUTPUT 2 OUTPUT 3 OUTPUT 4 OUTPUT 5 OUTPUT 6 100 264 VAC 50 60 Hz Homi c E INPUT 1 INPUT 2 OUTPUT 7 OUTPUT 8 OUTPUT 9 OUTPUT 10 OUTPUT 11 OUTPUT 12 1 1 8 Figure 2 VM 212HDMI 2 Input 1 12 HDMI Distributor KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY 2 09 08 OWA 92 001 9L 1nd1no c 8 LNdLNO SL 1n
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