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Overview

3 Overview

The VS-162AVM is a high-performance 16x16 vertical interval matrix

switcher for composite video signals on BNC connectors, and balanced stereo

audio signals on detachable terminal block connectors.

The VS-162AVM forms part of the series of 16x16 matrix switchers that

includes, but is not limited to, the VS-1616A (a 16x16 analog balanced

stereo audio matrix switcher), and VS-162V (a 16x16 video matrix

switcher).

In particular, the VS-162AVM features:

• A built-in high-quality 3.5-inch LCD display and audio

headphone output with volume control to conveniently monitor

the video and audio of any channel before and after switching

• Excellent video performance, which ensures that it remains

transparent in almost any video application

• Broadcast-quality specifications for audio bandwidth and levels,

and video bandwidth extends to well over 90MHz making the unit

suitable for all video and audio applications

• Multiple SYNC options that make it appropriate for a wide range

of applications with glitch-free transitions. It produces glitch-free

transitions, when sources share a common reference sync

In addition the VS-162AVM:

• Can be configured into a Kramer multi-signal switcher system

including digital and analog video, digital and analog audio, and

RS-422 control switchers

• When integrated in a system, all units switch in true audio-follow-

video mode

• Both audio-follow-video and breakaway modes are available

• Recalls up to 60 configuration setups via the non-volatile memory

and provides for an unlimited quantity of setups when using the

Kramer control software on your PC

• Includes an alphameric LCD display to clearly view the switching

status and operate the menus and setup

• With its FLASH memory, lets you upgrade to the latest Kramer

firmware version via Internet download

1 As it switches during the vertical interval