Russound VM1 Video Matrix User manual

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LR2210-0002 10/07
VM1 Video Matrix
4x4 and 8x8 system configuration
• Modular system construction for multiple video applications
• Expandable to fit many system needs
The VM1 includes the following:
• 24 VDC power adapter
• Rear-panel power switch
• Front-panel LED power and traffic indicators
• Optional rack ears
• VMR1 Receivers (4 or 8 depending on configuration)
High-definition
Video Distribution
Made Easy
VM1 4
VM1 4UC
VM1 8UC2VM1 8UC
VM1 8
Two RNET ports are included to connect the VM1 directly to an RNET multiroom system for synchronized audio and
video switching. For third-party control systems using Russound’s RS-232 command protocol both a DB9 and a
USB port are provided.
The Video Matrix is available in five configurations:

Distributes component video signals in resolutions up to 1080p
The VM1 Video Matrix distributes component video
signals in resolutions up to 1080p from four or eight
sources to up to eight zones at distances of 300’.
Send your Satellite TV signal to the master bedroom,
the den, or both. Upconvert the VCR signal from the
living room and watch it on your projection screen in
the home theater. Russound’s Video Matrix makes it easy.
The VM1 mirrors source selections made by
Russound CAV6.6, CAM6.6 and CAA66 multiroom
audio systems to provide a transparent audio / video
selection process with no latency. When you choose
the DVD as a source from your keypad or remote
control you get both the picture and sound at once.
The Video Matrix selects video sources (Satellite,
DVD, etc.) for specific zones through commands
from a distributed audio system. This allows the
Video Matrix to distribute component video signals
while audio signals are transmitted through the
multiroom audio system. Active video circuitry
prevents signal loss and interference, enabling
longer cable runs – making it a real-world solution.
Optional for the VM1 is a format upconverter for
converting composite and S-video signals to
component video. Four-zone, four-source models
offer up-conversion for two sources, while
eight-zone, eight-source models offer
up-conversion for as many as four sources.
VMR1 Receiver
• Receives video signals from VM1
over a single CAT-5e cable and
decodes the CAT-5e signal back to RGB
analog component video output
• Connects easily using 110 punch down
termination
• Allows zone location up to 300’ from
Video Matrix
• All configurations of the Video Matrix
include the appropriate number of
VMR1 receivers
Connect either
four or eight
sources to
the VM1
VM1 shown with
CAV6.6 Controller
VMR1 Receiver VMR1 Receiver
VM1 Video Matrix
CAT-5e
Video Signal Upconversion
• Converts composite and S-video
signal to component video
eliminating the need to change
display input selection
• Single cable run to display for all
video signal types accepted by
the VM1
High Definition (HD) Capable
• Converts up to 1080p component
video resolution
• Compatible with high-quality video
screens and HD video services
CAT-5e Wire Distribution
• Single cable instead of three coaxial cables
• Faster and simpler installation
• Distribution up to 300’
Seamless RNET® System Integration
• Sends video in unison with audio signals from Russound
CAV6.6, and CAM6.6 RNET enabled controllers and the
CAA66 controller without programming
CAT-5e
The Video Matrix is available
in five configurations:
VM1 4 – basic 4x4 switching from
component video sources only,
includes 4 VMR1 single-gang
Decora® CAT-5 receivers
VM1 4UC – 4x4 component video
switching with upconversion for
S-video and composite on sources 1
and 4, includes 4 VMR1 single-gang
Decora CAT-5 receivers
VM1 8 – basic 8x8 switching from
component video sources only,
includes 8 VMR1 single-gang Decora
CAT-5 receivers
VM1 8UC – 8x8 component video
switching with upconversion for
S-video and composite on sources 1
and 4, includes 8 VMR1 single-gang
Decora CAT-5 receivers
VM1 8UC2 – 8x8 component video
switching with upconversion for
S-video and composite on sources
1, 4, 5 and 8, includes 8 VMR1
single-gang Decora CAT-5 receivers
CAT-5e