Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
Contents Contents 1 2 2.1 3 3.1 3.2 4 5 6 6.1 Introduction Getting Started Quick Start Overview Recommendations for Best Performance Recycling Kramer Products Your HDMI Distributors Installing the VM-8H/VM-16H in a Rack Connecting the VM-8H 1:8 HDMI Distributor Acquiring the EDID 1 1 2 3 4 4 4 8 9 10 6.1.1 6.1.2 6.1.
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 video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting professionals 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 groups1 that are clearly defined by function.
Getting Started 2.1 Quick Start This section provides instructions for rack mounting the unit 1.
Overview 3 Overview The Kramer VM-8H 1:8 HDMI Distributor and the VM-16H 1:16 HDMI Distributor are high quality distributors that accept an HDMI input and distribute the signal to 8/16 outputs respectively, allowing one or more of the outputs to be connected to receiving devices, thus making them a versatile, reliable component in a video system. The VM-8H/VM-16H distribute signals having resolutions up to and including 1080p, and all HDTV formats. In particular, the HDMI distributors feature: Up to 2.
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Your HDMI Distributors Figure 1: VM-8H 1:8 HDMI Distributor 5
Your HDMI Distributors Figure 2: VM-16H 1:16 H Distributor 6 KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY
Your HDMI Distributors Table 1: HDMI Distributor Features # 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Feature POWER Switch READ Button EDID SELECT Button OUTPUT STATUS LEDs Function Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF Press to read the EDID of the selected display Select the desired display for EDID information LEDs light when an output(s) is connected and active; LEDs flash when selecting the EDID (see Section 6.
Installing the VM-8H/VM-16H in a Rack 5 Installing the VM-8H/VM-16H in a Rack This section provides instructions for rack mounting the unit.
Connecting the VM-8H 1:8 HDMI Distributor 6 Connecting the VM-8H 1:8 HDMI Distributor To connect the VM-8H 1:8 HDMI distributor1, do the following: 1. Connect an HDMI source (for example, a DVD player) to the INPUT connector. 2. Connect the eight OUTPUT connectors to eight 2 HDMI acceptors (for example, plasma displays). 3. Connect the power cord to the mains electricity. 4. Turn ON the POWER. 5. Acquire the EDID (see Section 6.1).
Connecting the VM-8H 1:8 HDMI Distributor 6.1 Acquiring the EDID The VM-8H initially operates with the default EDID. This means that you can turn ON the power before connecting any of the acceptors or the source.
Connecting the VM-8H 1:8 HDMI Distributor the EDID of the connected output. The EDID of the selected output is stored in the non-volatile memory when the READ button no longer illuminates. 6.1.2 Acquiring the Default EDID To acquire the default EDID, do the following: 1. Press the SELECT button. The OUTPUT LEDs flash simultaneously. 2. Press the READ button. The flashing ceases and the button illuminates. The VM-8H accesses the default EDID.
Technical Specifications 7 Technical Specifications Table 3 includes the technical specifications: 1 Table 3: Technical Specifications of the VM-8H and the VM-16H INPUT: OUTPUTS: BANDWIDTH: COMPLIANCE WITH HDMI STANDARD: CONTROLS: INDICATOR LEDs: OPERATING TEMPERATURE: STORAGE TEMPERATURE: HUMIDITY: POWER CONSUMPTION: DIMENSIONS: WEIGHT: ACCESSORIES: OPTIONS: VM-8H VM-16H HDMI connector 8 HDMI connectors 16 HDMI connectors Supports up to 2.
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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 PN: 2900- 000661 Rev: 4 Kramer Electronics, Ltd. Web site: www.kramerelectronics.com E-mail: info@kramerel.
