Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
Contents Contents 1 2 2.1 3 4 4.1 4.2 5 6 6.1 6.2 Introduction Getting Started Quick Start Overview Your VM-1610 and VM-80A Distribution Amplifiers Your VM-1610 1:10 Balanced Audio-Stereo Distributor Your VM-80A 1:8 Audio Distributor Installing the VM-1610 in a Rack Connecting the VM-1610 and VM-80A Connecting the VM-1610 Distribution Amplifier Connecting the VM-80A Distribution Amplifier 1 1 2 3 3 3 5 6 7 7 8 6.2.
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 1 that are clearly defined by function.
Getting Started 2.1 Quick Start This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps.
Overview 3 Overview The VM-1610 is a high-performance distribution amplifier for balanced stereo signals. It can also be configured as one 1:10 or two 1:5 balanced stereo audio distribution amplifiers. The VM-1610 features: • Grouped audio level controls • Configuration as a 1:10 or 2x1:5 DA • A signal to noise ratio of 92dB @1Vpp • A standard 1U 19” rack mount size The VM-80A is a high-performance distribution amplifier for balanced stereo audio signals.
Your VM-1610 and VM-80A Distribution Amplifiers Figure 1: VM-1610 1:10 Balanced Audio-Stereo Distributor 4 KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY
Your VM-1610 and VM-80A Distribution Amplifiers Table 1: VM-1610 1:10 Balanced Audio-Stereo Distributor Functions 1 2 3 # Feature POWER Switch CH 2 LEVEL (LEFT, RIGHT) Trimmers MODE (1:10, 2x1:5) Button 4 5 CH 1 LEVEL (LEFT, RIGHT) Trimmers CHANNEL 1 OUT Terminal Blocks 6 7 8 CHANNEL 1 INPUT Terminal Block CHANNEL 2 INPUT Terminal Block CHANNEL 2 OUT Terminal Blocks 9 Power Connector with Fuse 4.
Installing the VM-1610 in a Rack # 7 8 Feature CHANNEL 2 INPUT Terminal Block CHANNEL 1 OUT Terminal Blocks 9 CHANNEL 2/1 OUT Terminal Blocks 10 Power Connector with Fuse 5 Function Connects to the balanced stereo source 2 Connect to the channel 1 balanced stereo acceptors (1 to 4) Connect to the channel 1 balanced stereo acceptors (5 to 8) or channel 2 balanced stereo acceptors (1 to 4) AC connector enabling power supply to the unit Installing the VM-1610 in a Rack This section describes how to ins
Connecting the VM-1610 and VM-80A 6 Connecting the VM-1610 and VM-80A Section 6.1 describes how to connect the VM-1610 and section 6.2 describes how to connect VM-80A. 6.1 Connecting the VM-1610 Distribution Amplifier To connect the VM-1610 in a 1:10 configuration, as shown in Figure 3, do the following 1: 1. Connect the input source (for example, a balanced stereo audio player) to the Channel 1 INPUT terminal block connector. 2.
Connecting the VM-1610 and VM-80A 7. Adjust the right and left audio levels by turning the CH1 and CH2 LEVEL trimmers with a small screwdriver. Figure 3: Connecting the VM-1610 in a 1:10 Configuration 6.2 Connecting the VM-80A Distribution Amplifier To connect the VM-80A in a 1:8 configuration, as shown in Figure 4, do the following 1: 1. Connect the input source (for example, a balanced stereo audio player) to the CH 1 INPUT terminal block connector. 2.
Connecting the VM-1610 and VM-80A 5. Adjust the right and left audio levels by turning the CH1 and CH2 LEVEL trimmers with a small screwdriver. To connect the VM-80A in a 2x1:4 configuration, do the following 1: 1. Connect input source 1 (for example, a balanced stereo audio player) to the CH 1 INPUT terminal block connector. 2. Connect input source 2 (for example, a balanced stereo audio player) to the CH 2 INPUT terminal block connector. 3.
Technical Specifications 6.2.1 Changing the VM-80A Default Mode By factory default, the VM-80A starts in 1:8 mode. To change the default mode to 2x1:4: 1. Disconnect the device from its power source. 2. Open the top cover of the device. 3. Move the jumper on the main board from JP1 to JP2. This operation must be performed by a qualified technician.
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.
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 P/N: 2900- 001002 Rev: 3 Kramer Electronics, Ltd. Web site: www.kramerelectronics.com E-mail: info@kramerel.
