Kramer 401C User manual

KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.
USER MANUAL
MODEL:
401C
Y/C to Composite
Converter/DA
401DN
Composite to Y/C Decoder
P/N: 2900-000158 Rev 4

401C, 401DN – Contents i
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 Defining the 401C, 401DN 4
4Connecting the 401C, 401DN 6
4.1 Connecting the 401C 6
4.2 Connecting the 401DN 7
5Technical Specifications 9
Figures
UFigure 1: 401C Y/C to Composite Converter/DAU4
UFigure 2: 401C 401DN Composite to Y/C DecoderU5
UFigure 3: Connecting the 401CU7
UFigure 4: Connecting the 401DNU8

401C, 401DN - 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 Products.
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer 401C Y/C to Composite
Converter/DA and/or 401DN Composite to Y/C Decoder, which are ideal for the
following typical applications:
•Professional presentation and display systems
•Video duplication studios, delivering high quality s-Video duplications
The 401C also provides composite video outputs for simple monitoring.
•Teleconference systems
•Conversion from s-Video to composite video (401C) or for conversion from
composite video to s-Video (401DN)

2 401C, 401DN - 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 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 401C, 401DN 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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