Kramer TOOLS VP-200N User manual

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Models:
VP-200N, 1:2 High Resolution XGA DA
VP-300N, 1:3 High Resolution XGA DA
VP-400N, 1:4 High Resolution XGA DA

Contents
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Contents
1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 1
2.1 Quick Start 1
3 Overview 3
4 Your High Resolution XGA DA 4
4.1 Your VP-200N High Resolution XGA DA 4
4.2 Your VP-300N High Resolution XGA DA 5
4.3 Your VP-400N High Resolution XGA DA 5
4.4 Your High Resolution XGA DA Underside 6
5 Connecting Your High Resolution XGA DA 7
6 Technical Specifications 8
Figures
Figure 1: VP-200N 1:2 High Resolution XGA DA 4
Figure 2: VP-300N 1:3 High Resolution XGA DA 5
Figure 3: VP-400N 1:4 High Resolution XGA DA 5
Figure 4: High Resolution XGA DA Underside 6
Figure 5: Connecting the VP-400N to 4 Displays 7
Tables
Table 1: Features and Functions of the VP-200N 1:2 High Resolution XGA DA 4
Table 2: Features and Functions of the VP-300N 1:3 High Resolution XGA DA 5
Table 3: Features and Functions of the VP-400N 1:4 High Resolution XGA DA 6
Table 4: High Resolution XGA DA Underside Features 6
Table 5: Technical Specifications of the High Resolution XGA DA 8

Introduction
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1 Introduction
Welcome to Kramer Electronics (since 1981): a world of unique, creative and
affordable solutions to the infinite range of problems that confront the video, audio
and presentation professional on a daily basis. In recent years, we have redesigned
and upgraded most of our line, making the best even better! Our 500-plus different
models now appear in 8 Groups
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, which are clearly defined by function.
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer TOOLS VP-200N,VP-300N,
and/or VP-400N,which are ideal for:
 Multi monitor applications or presentation systems requiring local
monitors and large screen display devices such as a projector
 Rental and staging systems
 Schools, churches, corporate applications
The package includes the following items:
 VP-200N 1:2 High Resolution XGA DA, or VP-300N 1:3 High
Resolution XGA DA, or VP-400N 1:4 High Resolution XGA DA
 Power adapter (12V DC Input)
 This user manual
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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
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2.1 Quick Start
This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps.
1 GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Video and Audio Switchers, Matrix Switchers and Controllers; GROUP 3:
Video, Audio, VGA/XGA Processors; GROUP 4: Interfaces and Sync Processors; GROUP 5: Twisted Pair Interfaces;
GROUP 6: Accessories and Rack Adapters; GROUP 7: Scan Converters and Scalers; and GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors
2 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
3 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com

Getting Started
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Overview
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3 Overview
The Kramer VP-200N, VP-300N and VP-400N are high performance 1:2, 1:3
and 1:4 distribution amplifiers for XGA and higher resolution signals. They
are upgrades of the best-selling VP-200, VP-300 and VP-400 machines, with
larger bandwidth and DC coupling throughout, for best linearity.
The VP-200N, VP-300N and VP-400N:
 Accept one input, provide correct buffering and isolation, and then distribute
the signal to 2, 3 or 4 identical outputs on high-density 15 pin HD connectors
 Have video bandwidth exceeding 400MHz, ensuring that the machines
remain transparent even at high-resolution graphics modes such as UXGA
(1600x1200)
 Accept analog or digital syncs
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and provide ID Bit control
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Achieving the best performance means:
 Connecting only good quality connection cables, thus avoiding
interference, deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated
noise levels (often associated with low quality cables)
 Avoiding interference from neighboring electrical appliances and
positioning your VP-200N, VP-300N and/or VP-400N in a location free from
moisture and away from excessive sunlight and dust
Caution – No operator-serviceable parts inside unit.
Warning – Use only the Kramer Electronics input power
wall adapter that is provided with this unit
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Warning – Disconnect power and unplug unit from wall
before installing or removing device or servicing unit.
1 Via a pair of underside switches. Note that both the Hs (horizontal sync) switch and the Vs (vertical sync) switch MUST be
set identically
2 Via an underside switch. Sometimes notebook computers refuse to output a VGA signal to an external VGA monitor. By
setting the ID BIT to ON, the notebook will output to an external VGA monitor
3 For example: model number AD2512C, part number 2535-000251

Your High Resolution XGA DA
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4 Your High Resolution XGA DA
This section describes each High Resolution XGA DA, as follows:
 VP-200N (see section 4.1)
 VP-300N (see section 4.2)
 VP-400N (see section 4.3)
The underside of the High Resolution XGA DA is identical on the VP-200N,
VP-300N, and VP-400N (see section 4.4).
4.1 Your VP-200N High Resolution XGA DA
Figure 1 and Table 1 define the VP-200N 1:2 High Resolution XGA DA unit:
Figure 1: VP-200N 1:2 High Resolution XGA DA
Table 1: Features and Functions of the VP-200N 1:2 High Resolution XGA DA
# Feature Function
1 12V DC +12V DC connector for powering the unit
2 OUTPUT 1 HD15F Connector Connect to the XGA acceptor 1
3 OUTPUT 2 HD15F Connector Connect to the XGA acceptor 2
4 INPUT HD15F Connector Connect to the XGA source
5 ON LED Illuminates when receiving power

Your High Resolution XGA DA
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4.2 Your VP-300N High Resolution XGA DA
Figure 2 and Table 2 define the VP-300N 1:3 High Resolution XGA DA unit:
Figure 2: VP-300N 1:3 High Resolution XGA DA
Table 2: Features and Functions of the VP-300N 1:3 High Resolution XGA DA
# Feature Function
1 12V DC +12V DC connector for powering the unit
2 OUTPUT 1 HD15F Connector Connect to the XGA acceptor 1
3 OUTPUT 2 HD15F Connector Connect to the XGA acceptor 2
4 INPUT HD15F Connector Connect to the XGA source
5 OUTPUT 3 HD15F Connector Connect to the XGA acceptor 3
6 ON LED Illuminates when receiving power
4.3 Your VP-400N High Resolution XGA DA
Figure 3 and Table 3 define the VP-400N 1:4 High Resolution XGA DA unit:
Figure 3: VP-400N 1:4 High Resolution XGA DA

Your High Resolution XGA DA
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Table 3: Features and Functions of the VP-400N 1:4 High Resolution XGA DA
# Feature Function
1 12V DC +12V DC connector for powering the unit
2 OUTPUT 1 HD15F Connector Connect to the XGA acceptor 1
3 OUTPUT 2 HD15F Connector Connect to the XGA acceptor 2
4 INPUT HD15F Connector Connect to the XGA source
5 OUTPUT 3 HD15F Connector Connect to the XGA acceptor 3
6 ON LED Illuminates when receiving power
7 OUTPUT 4 HD15F Connector Connect to the XGA acceptor 4
4.4 Your High Resolution XGA DA Underside
Figure 4 and Table 4 define the switches on the underside of the VP-200N,
VP-300N, and VP-400N:
Figure 4: High Resolution XGA DA Underside
Table 4: High Resolution XGA DA Underside Features
# Feature Function
1 Hs (Horizontal Sync) Switch
2 Vs (Vertical Sync) Switch
Set both switches
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to Hi-Z (TTL
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) if the source is, for example, a
digital graphics card. Set both switches to 75(ANALOG) if the
source is analog based, for example, an RGBHV source with coaxial
cable for sync
3 ID Bit Switch Slide to the left to set to ON
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; to the right to set to OFF
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1 Both the Hs and the Vs switches MUST be set identically (no harm will occur to the graphics source if the switches are set
to the wrong direction)
2 “Transistor-Transistor Logic” is a term used in digital electronics describing the ability of a device or circuit to be connected
directly to the input or output of digital equipment. Such compatibility eliminates the need for interfacing circuitry
3 Enabling the notebook or laptop to output a VGA signal to an external VGA monitor
4 When the source is not a laptop (for example, a PC)

Connecting Your High Resolution XGA DA
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5 Connecting Your High Resolution XGA DA
You can use any High Resolution XGA DA—the VP-200N, the VP-300N,
and/or the VP-400N—to output the XGA signal from a laptop or a PC.
To output the XGA signal from a computer graphics source to four displays,
using a VP-400N, as the example in Figure 5 illustrates, do the following:
1. Connect a computer graphics source to the INPUT HD15F connector.
2. Connect the OUTPUT HD15F connectors to up to four acceptors, as follows:
 Connect the OUTPUT 1 connector to an acceptor (for example, Display 1)
 Connect the OUTPUT 2 connector to an acceptor (for example, Display 2)
 Connect the OUTPUT 3 connector to an acceptor (for example, Display 3)
 Connect the OUTPUT 4 connector to an acceptor (for example, Display 4)
3. On the underside of the VP-400N:
 Set both the Hs and Vs switches to Hi-Z (TTL)
 Slide the ID Bit switch to the left to set to ON
4. Connect the 12V DC power adapter to the power socket and connect the
adapter to the mains electricity.
Figure 5: Connecting the VP-400N to 4 Displays

Technical Specifications
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6 Technical Specifications
Table 5 includes the technical specifications:
Table 5: Technical Specifications
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of the High Resolution XGA DA
INPUT: VP-200N / VP-300N / VP-400N: 1 analog red, green, blue
signals - 0.7 Vpp/75, H & V sync, TTL level, on an HD15F connector
OUTPUTS: VP-200N: 2 analog red, green, blue signals - 0.7 Vpp/75, H & V sync, TTL
level, on HD15F connectors
VP-300N: 3 analog red, green, blue signals - 0.7 Vpp/75, H & V sync, TTL
level, on HD15F connectors
VP-400N: 4 analog red, green, blue signals - 0.7 Vpp/75, H & V sync, TTL
level, on HD15F connectors
MAX. OUTPUT LEVEL:
1.8 Vpp
BANDWIDTH (-3dB): >400 MHz
DIFF. GAIN: 0.03%
DIFF. PHASE: 0.07 Deg.
K-FACTOR: <0.05%
S/N RATIO: 72dB
CONTROLS: Pair of switches for Hs (Horizontal Sync) and Vs (Vertical Sync) on the
underside; ID Bit switch on the underside
COUPLING: DC
POWER SOURCE: 12 VDC, 95mA
DIMENSIONS: 12cm x 6.95cm x 2.5cm (4.7" x 2.72" x 0.98"), W, D, H
WEIGHT: 0.3 kg. (0.67 lbs.) approx.
ACCESSORIES: Power supply, mounting bracket
OPTIONS: 19" rack adapters RK-T1, RK-T3
1 Specifications are subject to change without notice

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LIMITED WARRANTY
Kramer Electronics (hereafter Kramer) warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the
following terms.
HOW LONG IS THE WARRANTY
Labor and parts are warranted for seven years from the date of the first customer purchase.
WHO IS PROTECTED?
Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty.
WHAT IS COVERED AND WHAT IS NOT COVERED
Except as below, this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product. The following are not covered by
the warranty:
1. Any product which is not distributed by Kramer, or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer. If you are
uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized, please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the web site
www.kramerelectronics.com.
2. Any product, on which the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed.
3. Damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from:
i) Accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, fire, water, lightning or other acts of nature
ii) Product modification, or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product
iii) Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by Kramer
iv) Any shipment of the product (claims must be presented to the carrier)
v) Removal or installation of the product
vi) Any other cause, which does not relate to a product defect
vii) Cartons, equipment enclosures, cables or accessories used in conjunction with the product
WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR AND WHAT WE WILL NOT PAY FOR
We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items. We will not pay for the following:
1. Removal or installations charges.
2. Costs of initial technical adjustments (set-up), including adjustment of user controls or programming. These costs are the
responsibility of the Kramer dealer from whom the product was purchased.
3. Shipping charges.
HOW YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE
1. To obtain service on you product, you must take or ship it prepaid to any authorized Kramer service center.
2. Whenever warranty service is required, the original dated invoice (or a copy) must be presented as proof of warranty coverage,
and should be included in any shipment of the product. Please also include in any mailing a contact name, company, address, and
a description of the problem(s).
3. For the name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center, consult your authorized dealer.
LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES
All implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited in duration to
the length of this warranty.
EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES
The liability of Kramer for any effective products is limited to the repair or replacement of the product at our option. Kramer
shall not be liable for:
1. Damage to other property caused by defects in this product, damages based upon inconvenience, loss of use of the product, loss
of time, commercial loss; or:
2. Any other damages, whether incidental, consequential or otherwise. Some countries may not allow limitations on how long an
implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above
limitations and exclusions may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from place to place.
NOTE: All products returned to Kramer for service must have prior approval. This may be obtained from your dealer.
This equipment has been tested to determine compliance with the requirements of:
EN-50081: "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC);
generic emission standard.
Part 1: Residential, commercial and light industry"
EN-50082: "Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) generic immunity standard.
Part 1: Residential, commercial and light industry environment".
CFR-47: FCC Rules and Regulations:
Part 15: “Radio frequency devices
Subpart B – Unintentional radiators”
CAUTION!
Servicing the machines can only be done by an authorized Kramer technician. Any user who makes changes or modifications to
the unit without the expressed approval of the manufacturer will void user authority to operate the equipment.
Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine.
Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components.

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
Web site: www.kramerelectronics.com
E-mail: [email protected]
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For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer
distributors, visit our Web site: www.kramerelectronics.com,
where updates to this user manual may be found.
We welcome your questions, comments and feedback.
Caution
Safety Warning:
Disconnect the unit from the power supply before
opening/servicing.