Kramer VM-10HDxl User manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.
USER MANUAL
MODEL:
VM-10HDxl
3G 1:10 HD/SD –SDI
Distribution Amplifier
P/N: 2900-000380 Rev 2

VM-10HDxl – Contents
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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 Your VM-10HDxl 3G 1:10 HD/SD - SDI Distribution Amplifier 4
4Installing in a Rack 7
5Connecting the VM-10HDxl 8
6Technical Specifications 9
Figures
Figure 1: VM-10HDxl 3G 1:10 HD/SD –SDI Distribution Amplifier Front Panel 5
Figure 2: VM-10HDxl 3G 1:10 HD/SD –SDI Distribution Amplifier Rear Panel 6
Figure 3: Connecting the VM-10HDxl 3G 1:10 HD/SD –SDI Distribution Amplifier 8

VM-10HDxl - Introduction
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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-10HDxl 3G 1:10 HD/SD –SDI
Distribution Amplifier, which is ideal for the following typical applications:
SDI production studios for signal distribution and equalizations
Broadcast studios for on-air operation
SDI field production
Using with SDI video sources such a professional digital camera

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VM-10HDxl - 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/support/product_downloads.asp
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-10HDxl 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.
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2.2 Safety Instructions
Caution:
There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit
Warning:
Use only the power cord that is supplied with the unit
Warning:
Do not open the unit. High voltages can cause
electrical shock! Servicing by qualified personnel only
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/.
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VM-10HDxl - Overview
3 Overview
The VM-10HDxl 3G 1:10 HD/SD - SDI Distribution Amplifier is a high performance
1:10 distributor for all SDI video signals.
In particular, the VM-10HDxl features:
One input and 10 identical outputs on BNC connectors
A maximum data rate of up to 3Gbps –enabling it to be used for standard
definition, high definition and 3G high definition serial digital video signals
(SD/HD/3G HD-SDI)
Up to 300m cable equalization (300m for SD signals, 200m for 1.5Gbps HD
signals, and 100m for 3Gbps HD signals)
SMPTE 259M, 292M and 424M compliance and supports data rates of
270Mbps, 1483.5Mbps, 1485Mbps and 2970Mbps
Automatic, multi-rate, equalization and reclocking for losses typical with long
runs of 75co-axial cable
HD and SD output indication LEDs
An active loop BNC connector for cascading additional units
3.1 Your VM-10HDxl 3G 1:10 HD/SD - SDI Distribution
Amplifier
This section defines the VM-10HDxl 3G 1:10 HD/SD - SDI Distribution Amplifier:

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Figure 1: VM-10HDxl 3G 1:10 HD/SD –SDI Distribution Amplifier Front Panel
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Feature
Function
1
POWER Switch
Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF
2
HD LED
Blue LED illuminates when the SDI signal is HD
High Definition (HD) means a video format, consisting of either 720 active lines of progressive video or 1080
lines of either progressive or interlaced video
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SD LED
Green LED illuminates 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

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Figure 2: VM-10HDxl 3G 1:10 HD/SD –SDI Distribution Amplifier Rear Panel
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Feature
Function
4
VIDEO IN BNC connector
Connects to the SDI source
5
ACTIVE LOOP BNC connector
Connects to an additional unit
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VIDEO OUTPUTS BNC connectors
Connects to the SDI acceptors (from 1 to 10)
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Power Connector with Fuse
AC connector enabling power supply to the unit
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4 Installing in a Rack
This section provides instructions for rack mounting the unit.