Kramer 841 User manual

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
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Model:
841
Pattern Generator

Contents
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Contents
1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 1
3 Overview 2
4 Your 841 Pattern Generator 3
5 Using Your 841 Pattern Generator 5
5.1 Connecting Your 841 Pattern Generator 5
5.2 Operating Your 841 Pattern Generator 6
5.3 Interpreting Each Pattern Number Definition 7
5.4 Power Considerations 8
6 Technical Specifications 8
Figures
Figure 1: 841 Pattern Generator 3
Figure 2: Connecting the 841 Pattern Generator 5
Tables
Table 1: 841 Pattern Generator Features 4
Table 2: Selecting Output Resolutions 4
Table 3: Pattern Number Definitions 7
Table 4: 841 Technical Specifications 8

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 the video, audio, presentation, and
broadcasting professional 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
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that are clearly
defined by function.
Thank you for purchasing the Kramer TOOLS
®
841 Pattern Generator. It is
ideal for testing and adjusting flat panel LCD displays, projectors, plasma
screens and cables, as well as for testing the refresh rates of LCD displays
by using the motion patterns.
Each package includes the following items:
The 841 Pattern Generator
Power supply (5V DC)
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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1 GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Matrix Switchers; 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; GROUP 11: Sierra Products
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

KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY
Overview
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3 Overview
The 841 is a high-quality pattern generator with 31 preset patterns that
supports the following output resolutions:
SVGA (800x600) XGA (1024x768)
SXGA (1280x1024) UXGA (1600x1200)
WXGA (1280x800) WSXGA (1680x1050)
WUXGA (1920x1200) WXGA+ (1440x900)
SXGA+ (1400x1050) 1920x1080
1280x720 1152x864
1280x960 1920x1200 reduced blanking
All the resolutions are 60Hz progressive.
The 841 features:
A 15-pin HD output connector
Seven control buttons for selecting the resolution and the pattern
A 7-segment display that indicates the pattern number
An on board EEPROM that saves the last setting used
Rechargeable battery for field operation
To achieve the best performance:
Use only good quality connection cables
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to avoid interference,
deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated
noise levels (often associated with low quality cables).
Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that
may adversely influence signal quality and position your Kramer
841 away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust
Caution – No operator-serviceable parts inside unit.
Note – Remove the plastic protective ring from the
POWER ON/OFF pushbutton switch before use.
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 Available from Kramer Electronics on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
2 For example, part number 2535-052002

Your 841 Pattern Generator
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4 Your 841 Pattern Generator
Figure 1 and Table 1 define the 841 Pattern Generator. Table 2 explains
how to select each output resolution:
Figure 1: 841 Pattern Generator