User guide

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

Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VS-162V 16x16 Video Matrix

Switcher.

that are clearly

defined by function.

This product is ideal for:

• Professional display systems requiring video signal routing

• Broadcast, presentation and production facilities

• Rental/staging applications

• Monitoring in large duplication systems

The package includes the following items:

• VS-162V 16x16 Video Matrix Switcher

• Windows

-based Kramer control software

• Power cord and null-modem adapter

• This user manual

2 Getting Started

We recommend that you:

• Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and

packaging materials for possible future shipment

• Review the contents of this user manual

2.1 Quick Start

This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps.

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 the latest software from our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com

3 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com