Kramer Pico TOOLS VM-2HDxl User manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.
USER MANUAL
MODEL:
VM-2HDxl
3G HD/SD – SDI DA
P/N: 2900-000318 Rev 3

VM-2HDxl – Contents i
Contents
1Introduction 1
2Getting Started 2
2.1 Achieving the Best Performance 2
3Overview 3
3.1 Defining the VM-2HDxl 3
4Connecting the VM-2HDxl 5
5Technical Specifications 6
Figures
UFigure 1: VM-2HDxl 3G HD/SD – SDI DAU4
UFigure 2: Connecting to the VM-2HDxlU5

VM-2HDxl - 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 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 Video Products.
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VM-2HDxl 3G HD/SD – 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-2HDxl - 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−2HDxl 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-2HDxl - Overview 3
3 Overview
The VM−2HDxl is a high−performance distribution amplifier for 3G HD−SDI
signals. The unit takes one input, provides reclocking and equalization and
distributes the signal to two identical outputs.
In particular, the VM-2HDxl features:
•Cable equalization up to 300m
300m for SD signals; 200m for 1.5GHz HD signals; 100m for 3GHz HD signals
(measured with Kramer BC-1X 1 Coax RG-6 Super High-Resolution Cable).
•One input and two identical outputs on BNC connectors
•A data rate of up to 3Gbps, that enables it to be used for standard definition, high
definition and the 3G high definition serial digital video signals (SDI, HD-SDI and
3G HD-SDI)
•HDTV compatibility
•Passing of digital information (embedded audio, Teletext, time code and so
on) during the blanking period
•SMPTE 292M, 259M, 344M and 424M compliant with data rates of
270Mbps, 540Mbps, 1483.5Mbps, 1485Mbps and 2970Mbps
•Automatic, multi-rate, equalization and reclocking for losses typical with long
runs of 75Ωco-axial cable up to 300m
•LEDs indicating the SDI resolution (SD or HD)
3.1 Defining the VM-2HDxl
This section defines the VM-2HDxl.

4 VM-2HDxl - Overview
Figure 1: VM-2HDxl 3G HD/SD – SDI DA
# Feature Function
1 12V DC +12V DC connector for powering the unit
2 OUT 2 BNC connector Connects to the SDI acceptor 2
3 OUT 1 BNC connector Connects to the SDI acceptor 1
4 HD LED Lights when the SDI signal is HD
5 SD LED Lights when the SDI signal is SD
6 INPUT BNC connector Connects to the SDI source
7 ON LED Lights when receiving power
High Definition (HD) means a video format, consisting of 720 active lines of
progressive video or 1080 lines of progressive or interlaced video.
Standard Definition (SD) means an NTSC or PAL compatible video format,
consisting of 480 (for NTSC) or 576 (for PAL) lines of interlaced video.

VM-2HDxl - Connecting the VM-2HDxl 5
4 Connecting the VM-2HDxl
Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your
VM-2HDxl. After connecting your VM-2HDxl, connect its power and
then switch on the power to each device.
To connect the VM-2HDxl, as the example in Figure 2 illustrates, do the following:
1. Connect an HD-SDI video source (for example, a camera) to the INPUT
BNC connector.
2. Connect up to two video OUT BNC connectors to the appropriate HD-SDI
video acceptors (for example, displays).
You do not have to connect both outputs.
3. Connect the 12V 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-2HDxl
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6 VM-2HDxl - Technical Specifications
5 Technical Specifications
INPUT: 1 SMPTE-259M / 292M / 344M / 424M serial video, 75Ωon a BNC
connector
OUTPUTS: 2 equalized and reclocked SMPTE-259M / 292M / 344M / 424M
outputs 75Ωon BNC connectors
MAXIMUM DATA
RATE (-3dB): 2.97Gbps
MAX. OUTPUT
LEVEL: 800mVpp /75Ω
COUPLING: AC
POWER SOURCE: 12V DC, 160mA
DIMENSIONS: 6.22cm x 5.24cm x 2.41 cm (2.45" x 2.06" x 0.95") W, D, H.
WEIGHT: 0.14kg (0.31lbs) approx.
ACCESSORIES: Power supply, mounting bracket
OPTIONS: RK-4PT 19” rack adapter, BC-1X cable
Specifications are subject to change without notice at http://www.kramerelectronics.com