Kramer VM-100YC User manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.

USER MANUAL

MODEL:

VM-100YC

1:10 s-Video Distribution

Amplifier

P/N: 2900-002071 Rev 4

VM-100YC – Contents

Contents

1Introduction 1

2Getting Started 2

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2

2.2 Safety Instructions 3

2.3 Recycling Kramer Products 3

3Overview 4

3.1 Defining the VM-100YC 1:10 s-Video Distribution Amplifier 4

4Connecting the VM-100YC 6

5Technical Specifications 8

Figures

Figure 1: VM-100YC 1:10 s-Video Distribution Amplifier 4

Figure 2: Connecting the VM-100YC 1:10 s-Video Distribution Amplifier 7

VM-100YC - 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 groups that are clearly defined

by function: GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Routers;

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 and GROUP 11:

Sierra Products.

Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VM-100YC 1:10 s-Video Distribution

Amplifier, which is ideal for the following typical applications:

Production and duplication facilities

Schools and boardrooms

Retail stores, point-of-sale systems, CCTV and security applications

VM-100YC - Getting Started

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

Go to http://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/product_downloads.asp

to check for up-to-date user manuals, application programs, and to check if

firmware upgrades are available (where appropriate).

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance

To achieve the best performance:

Use only good quality connection cables (we recommend Kramer high-

performance, high-resolution cables) to avoid interference, deterioration in

signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise levels (often

associated with low quality cables)

Do not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils

Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely

influence signal quality

Position your Kramer VM-100YC away from moisture, excessive sunlight and

dust

This equipment is to be used only inside a building. It may only be

connected to other equipment that is installed inside a building.

VM-100YC - Getting Started

2.2 Safety Instructions

Caution:

There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit

Warning:

Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall

adapter that is provided with the unit

Warning:

Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall

before installing

2.3 Recycling Kramer Products

The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/EC

aims to reduce the amount of WEEE sent for disposal to landfill or incineration by

requiring it to be collected and recycled. To comply with the WEEE Directive,

Kramer Electronics has made arrangements with the European Advanced

Recycling Network (EARN) and will cover any costs of treatment, recycling and

recovery of waste Kramer Electronics branded equipment on arrival at the EARN

facility. For details of Kramer’s recycling arrangements in your particular country

go to our recycling pages at http://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/recycling/.

VM-100YC - Overview

3 Overview

The VM-100YC is a high quality 1:10 s-Video Distribution Amplifier for s-Video (Y/C)

signals. It accepts one input, provides correct buffering and isolation, and distributes

the signal to 10 identical outputs using 4-pin connectors. The looping connector can

be used to connect to a local display or other Y/C acceptor, or to create larger

systems (for example, connecting three VM-100YC units to make a 1:30 s-Video

Distribution Amplifier).

In addition, the VM-100YC features:

Bandwidth (Y) - 275MHz (-3dB)

Level (gain) controls - Y and C (on the underside)

Selectable input signal termination

A compact desktop size. Two units can be rack mounted side-by-side in a

1U rack space with the optional RK-1 adapter

3.1 Defining the VM-100YC 1:10 s-Video Distribution

Amplifier

This section defines the VM-100YC.

Figure 1: VM-100YC 1:10 s-Video Distribution Amplifier

VM-100YC - Overview

Feature

Function

POWER Switch

Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF

INPUT 4-pin Connector

Connects to the s-Video source

LOOP 4-pin Connector

For looping (if required) to increase the number of outputs

TERM Button

Pushing in selects 75



; releasing selects Hi-Z (for looping

select Hi-Z)

OUT 4-pin Connector

Connects to the s-Video acceptors (from 1 to 10)

12 VDC

+12V DC connector for powering the unit

VM-100YC - Connecting the VM-100YC

4 Connecting the VM-100YC

Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your

VM-100YC. After connecting your VM-100YC, connect its power and

then switch on the power to each device.

To connect the VM-100YC as illustrated in the example in Figure 2:

1. Connect the s-Video source (for example, an s-Video player) to the INPUT

4-pin connector.

2. Connect the OUT 4-pin connectors to up to 10 s-Video acceptors (for

example, s-Video recorders).

3. If required, connect the LOOP 4-pin connector, when looping units and

release the TERM switch on first unit (selecting Hi-Z). Push in the TERM

switch on the second unit (selecting 75).

4. Connect the 12V DC power adapter to the power socket and connect the

adapter to the mains electricity (not shown in Figure 2).

5. Switch on the VM-100YC.

The s-Video source distributes to the s-Video acceptors.

VM-100YC - Connecting the VM-100YC

Figure 2: Connecting the VM-100YC 1:10 s-Video Distribution Amplifier

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