Kramer VM-4HDx1 User manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.

USER MANUAL

MODEL:

VM-4HDxl

3G HD/SD –SDI Distributor

P/N: 2900-000327 Rev 4

VM-4HDxl – 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-4HDxl 5

4Connecting the VM-4HDxl 6

5Technical Specifications 7

Figures

Figure 1: VM-4HDxl 3G HD/SD –SDI Distributor 5

Figure 2: Connecting to the VM-4HDxl 6

VM-4HDxl - 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-4HDxl 3G HD/SD –SDI

Distributor, 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

VM-4HDxl - 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 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-4HDxl 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-4HDxl - 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-4HDxl - Overview

3 Overview

The Kramer VM-4HDxl is a high performance 1:4 distributor for SD/HD/3G HD-

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

the signal to four identical outputs using BNC connectors.

The VM-4HDxl:

Operates at 3Gbps, for use at standard definition, high definition and the

new 3G high definition serial digital video signals (3G HD-SDI)

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

time code) during the blanking period

Complies with SMPTE 292M, 259M and 424M 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 75co-axial cable up to 300m

300m for SD signals; 200m for 1.5GHz HD signals; 100m for 3GHz HD

signals

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

The VM-4HDxl is housed in a Kramer DigiTOOLS® enclosure and is 5V DC fed.

VM-4HDxl - Overview

3.1 Defining the VM-4HDxl

This section defines the VM-4HDxl.

Figure 1: VM-4HDxl 3G HD/SD –SDI Distributor

Feature

Function

5V DC

+5V DC connector for powering the unit

OUT BNC connectors

Connect to the SDI acceptors (from 1 to 4)

INPUT BNC connector

Connect to the SDI source

HD LED (Blue)

Lights when the SDI signal is HD

High Definition (HD) means a video format, consisting of 720 active

lines of progressive video or 1080 lines of progressive or interlaced

video

SD LED (Green)

Lights when the SDI signal is SD

Standard Definition (SD) means an NTSC or PAL compatible video

format, consisting of 480 (for NTSC) or 576 (for PAL) lines of

interlaced video

LOCK LED

Lights when the VM-4HDxl has detected the input signal

and was able to lock on that signal

ON LED

Lights when receiving power

VM-4HDxl - Connecting the VM-4HDxl

4 Connecting the VM-4HDxl

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

VM-4HDxl. After connecting your VM-4HDxl, connect its power and

then switch on the power to each device.

To connect the VM-4HDxl as illustrated in the example in Figure 2, do the

following:

1. Connect an SD/HD/3G HD-SDI video source (for example, an SD/HD/3G

HD-SDI camera) to the INPUT BNC connector.

2. Connect up to four video OUT BNC connectors to the appropriate

SD/HD/3G HD-SDI video acceptors (for example, SD/HD/3G HD-SDI

displays).

You do not have to connect all outputs.

3. Connect the 5V DC power adapter to the power socket and connect the

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

Figure 2: Connecting to the VM-4HDxl

VM-4HDxl - Technical Specifications

5 Technical Specifications

INPUT:

1 SMPTE-259M / 292M / 424M serial video, 75Ω on a

BNC connector

OUTPUTS:

4 equalized and reclocked SMPTE-259M / 292M / 424M

outputs, 75Ω on BNC connectors

MAXIMUM DATA RATE (-3dB):

3Gbps

MAX. OUTPUT LEVEL:

800mVpp /75Ω

COUPLING:

POWER SOURCE:

5V DC, 330mA

OPERATING TEMPERATURE:

0° to +40°C (32° to 104°F)

STORAGE TEMPERATURE:

-40° to +70°C (-40° to 158°F)

HUMIDITY:

10% to 90%, RHL non-condensing

DIMENSIONS:

12.0cm x 7.1cm x 2.4cm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.0") W, D, H.

WEIGHT:

0.3kg (0.66lbs) approx.

ACCESSORIES:

Power supply, mounting bracket

OPTIONS:

RK-3T 19” rack adapter

Specifications are subject to change without notice

For the most updated resolution list, go to our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com

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