Kramer VM-5HDxl User manual

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KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.

USER MANUAL

MODEL:

VM-5HDxl

1:5 3G HD-SDI DA

P/N: 2900-000773 Rev 2

VM-5HDxl – Contents i

Contents

1Introduction 1

2Getting Started 2

2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2

3Overview 3

4Defining the VM-5HDxl 1:5 3G HD-SDI DA 4

5Connecting the VM-5HDxl 5

6Technical Specifications 6

Figures

Figure 1: VM-5HDxl 1:5 3G HD-SDI DA Front Panel 4

Figure 2: Connecting the VM-5HDxl 1:5 3G HD-SDI DA 5

VM-5HDxl - Introduction 1

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 that are clearly defined

by function: 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 and

GROUP 11: Sierra Products.

Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer DigiTOOLS®VM-5HDxl

1:5 3G HD-SDI DA which is ideal for the following typical applications:

•SDI production studios for signal distribution and equalizations

•Broadcast studios for on-air operation and SDI field production

•Using with SDI video sources such as professional digital cameras

2 VM-5HDxl - 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

•Use Kramer high performance, high resolution cables

Go to http://www.kramerelectronics.com 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 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-5HDxl 1:5 3G HD-SDI DA away from moisture,

excessive sunlight and dust

Caution: 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

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VM-5HDxl - Overview 3

3 Overview

The Kramer VM-5HDxl 1:5 3G HD-SDI DA is a high performance 1:5 distributor

for SDI video signals. It accepts one input, equalizes and reclocks it, and

distr butes the signal to five identical outputs.

The VM-5HDxl:

•Supports up to 400m cable equalization (400m for SD signals, 220m for

1.5Gbps HD signals, and 200m for 3Gbps HD signals)

SD means an NTSC or PAL compatible video format consisting of 480 (NTSC) or 576

(PAL) lines of interlaced video. HD means a video format consisting of 720 lines of

progressive video or 1080 lines of interlaced or progressive video

•Operates at up to 2.97Gbps, enabling it to be used for standard definition,

high definition and the new 3G high definition serial digital video signals

(SD/HD SDI)

•Passes ancillary digital information, such as, embedded audio, Teletext, and

time code) during the blanking period

•Is SMPTE 292M, 259M and 424M compliant and supports data rates of

270Mbps, 1483.5Mbps, 1485Mbps and 2970Mbps

•Provides automatic, multi-rate equalization and reclocking for losses typical

with long runs of 75Ω co-axial cable up to 400m

•Features LEDs to indicate the SDI resolution (SD or HD)

The VM-5HDxl is housed in a Kramer DigiTOOLS® enclosure and can run on

between 5 and 20V DC.

4 VM-5HDxl - Defining the VM-5HDxl 1:5 3G HD-SDI DA

4 Defining the VM-5HDxl 1:5 3G HD-SDI DA

Figure 1 defines the front and rear panels of the VM-5HDxl.

Figure 1: VM-5HDxl 1 5 3G HD-SDI DA Front Panel

# Feature Function

1 INPUT BNC Connector Connect to an SDI source

2 HD LED Lights blue when the SDI signal is HD

3 SD LED Lights green when the SDI signal is SD

4 LOCK LED Lights green when the VM-5HDxl has detected the

input signal and is able to lock on the signal

5 ON LED Lights green when receiving power

6 5-20V DC 2-pin Terminal Block Connect to the power adapter

7 OUT 1 ~ OUT 5 BNC Connectors Connect to the SDI acceptors (from 1 to 5)

VM-5HDxl - Connecting the VM-5HDxl 5

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5 Connecting the VM-5HDxl

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

VM-5HDxl. After connecting your VM-5HDxl, connect its power and

then switch on the power to the other devices.

Figure 2: Connecting the VM-5HDxl 1:5 3G HD-SDI DA

To connect the VM-5HDxl as illustrated in the example in Figure 2:

1. Connect an SDI video source (for example, a digital camera) to the INPUT

BNC connector.

2. Connect up to five SDI video acceptors to the OUT 1 to 5 BNC connectors

(for example, SDI displays).

3. Connect the power adapter to the power socket and connect the adapter to

the mains electricity (not shown in Figure 2).

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6 VM-5HDxl - Technical Specifications

6 Technical Specifications

INPUT: 1 SMPTE-259M/292M/424M serial video/75Ωon a BNC

connector

OUTPUTS: 5 equalized and reclocked SMPTE-259M/292M/424M

outputs/75Ωon BNC connectors

MAXIMUM DATA RATE

(–3dB): 3Gbps

MAX. OUTPUT LEVEL: 800mVpp /75Ω

COUPLING: AC

POWER SOURCE: 5-20V DC, @5V 280mA, @12V 130mA, @20V 80mA

OPERATING

TEMPERATURE: 0° to +55°C (32° to 131°F)

STORAGE TEMPERATURE: –45° to +72°C (–49° to 162°F)

HUMIDITY: 10% to 90%, RHL non-condensing

DIMENSIONS: 9.9cm x 8.0cm x 2 5cm (3.9" x 3.15" x 1.0") W, D, H.

WEIGHT: 0.2kg (0.44lbs.) approx.

ACCESSORIES: Power supply, mounting bracket

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