Kramer TOOLS VP-210XL User manual

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
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Model:
VP-210xl
XGA Line Amplifier

Contents
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Contents
1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 1
2.1 Quick Start 1
3 Overview 3
4 Your VP-210XL XGA Line Amplifier 4
5 Connecting the VP-210XL XGA Line Amplifier 6
6 Technical Specifications 8
Figures
Figure 1: VP-210XL XGA Line Amplifier 4
Figure 2: VP-210XL XGA Line Amplifier (Underside) 5
Figure 3: Connecting the VP-210XL XGA Line Amplifier 7
Tables
Table 1: VP-210XL XGA Line Amplifier Features 4
Table 2: VP-210XL XGA Line Amplifier (Underside) Features 5
Table 3: Technical Specifications of the VP-210XL XGA Line Amplifier 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-210 XL
XGA Line Amplifier, which is ideal for:
Dual monitor systems, local or remote
Presentation systems for remote transmission and cable equalization
The package includes the following items:
VP-210 XL XGA Line Amplifier
Power adapter (12V DC input) and 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:
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Getting Started
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Overview
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3 Overview
The high performance VP-210 XL is a line amplifier for XGA
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computer
graphics signals that provides controls to compensate for signal losses
inherent in long cable runs.
In particular, the VP-210 XL XGA Line Amplifier:
Features a video bandwidth of 380MHz, ensuring that it remains
transparent for all resolutions
Is HDTV compatible
Includes separate controls for output level and cable equalization, ID Bit
control, and independent input signal termination for red, green and blue
Has a looping input
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-210 XL away from moisture, 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 The terminology XGA is used throughout this manual, where this implies any RGBHV signal on an HD15 connector
having a resolution from VGA up to UXGA
2 For example: model number AD2512C, part number 2535-000251

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Your VP-210xl XGA Line Amplifier
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4 Your VP-210 XL XGA Line Amplifier
Figure 1 and Table 1 define the VP-210 XL :
Figure 1: VP-210XL XGA Line Amplifier
Table 1: VP-210XL XGA Line Amplifier Features
# Feature Function
1 LOOP HD15F Connector Connect to a local display
2 INPUT HD15F Connector Connect to the computer graphics source
3 OUTPUT HD15F Connector Connect to the computer graphics acceptor
4 LEVEL Control knob Adjusts the video signal level
5 EQ. Control knob Adjusts the video EQ. (equalization) compensation
6 ON LED Illuminates when receiving power
7 12V DC +12V DC connector for powering the unit

Your VP-210xl XGA Line Amplifier
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Figure 2 and Table 2 define the underside of the VP-210 XL :
Figure 2: VP-210XL XGA Line Amplifier (Underside)
Table 2: VP-210XL XGA Line Amplifier (Underside) Features
# Feature Function
1 ID Bit Switch Slide up to set to ON
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; down to set to OFF
2 BLUE
GREEN
75 
TERM /
Hi-Z
Switches RED
Slide up to set to 75TERM (when a local monitor
is not used); down to set to Hi-Z (when a local
monitor is connected
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1 The default. Enabling the notebook or laptop to output a VGA signal to an external VGA monitor
2 To the LOOP HD15F connector

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Connecting the VP-210xl XGA Line Amplifier
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5 Connecting the VP-210 XL XGA Line Amplifier
To connect your VP-210 XL XGA Line Amplifier, as the example in Figure 3
illustrates, do the following
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1. Connect a computer graphics source (for example, a computer) to the
INPUT HD15F connector.
2. Connect the OUTPUT HD15F connector to an acceptor (for example, a
projector).
3. Connect the LOOP HD15F connector to an acceptor (for example, a local
display).
4. Connect the 12V DC power adapter to the 12V DC socket and connect
the transformer to the mains electricity (not illustrated in Figure 3).
5. If required, adjust the video output signal level and/or cable compensation
equalization level, and/or set the:
Red, green and blue signal termination switches on the underside
ID Bit switch to ON
1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VP-210 XL . After powering up your VP-210 XL , switch on
the power on each device

Connecting the VP-210xl XGA Line Amplifier
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Figure 3: Connecting the VP-210XL XGA Line Amplifier

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Technical Specifications
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6 Technical Specifications
Table 3 includes the technical specifications:
Table 3: Technical Specifications
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of the VP-210XL XGA Line Amplifier
INPUT: 1 XGA on an HD15F connector
OUTPUT: 1 XGA on an HD15F connector
1 LOOP XGA on an HD15F connector
VIDEO BANDWIDTH (-3dB): 380MHz
DIFF. GAIN: 0.05%
DIFF. PHASE: 0.03°
VIDEO S/N RATIO: 74.8dB
K-FACTOR: 0.05%
CONTROLS: Level: 0 to +6dB, EQ.: 0 to +8dB @ 50MHz
POWER SOURCE: 12VDC, 60mA
DIMENSIONS: 12cm x 7.5cm x 2.5cm (4.7” x 2.95” x 0.98”) W, D, H
WEIGHT: 0.25kg. (0.55lbs) approx.
ACCESSORIES: Power supply, mounting brackets
OPTIONS: 19" rack adapters
1 Specifications are subject to change without notice