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1. and should be included in any shipment of the product Please also include in any mailing a contact name company address and a description of the problem s 3 For the name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center consult your authorized dealer LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES All implied warranties including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to the length of this warranty EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES The liability of Kramer for any effective products is limited to the repair or replacement of the product at our option Kramer shall not be liable for 1 Damage to other property caused by defects in this product damages based upon inconvenience loss of use of the product loss of time commercial loss or 2 Any other damages whether incidental consequential or otherwise Some countries may not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from place to place NOTE All products returned to Kramer for service must have prior approval This may be obtained from your dealer This equipment has been tested to determine compliance with the requirements of EN 50081 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic emission stand2. TECHNOLOGY Technical Specifications 6 Technical Specifications Table 2 includes the technical specifications Table 2 Technical Specifications of the VM 4HDMI 1 4 HDMI Distributor INPUT HDMI Connector OUTPUTS 4 HDMI Connectors BANDWIDTH Supports up to 1 65Gbps bandwidth per graphic channel COMPLIANCE WITH HDMI STANDARD Supports HDMI 1 0 and HDCP CONTROLS SELECT and READ buttons for selecting and storing EDID information INDICATOR LEDs OUTPUTS 1 to 4 and ACTIVE LED POWER SOURCE 100 264 VAC 50 60Hz 16VA DIMENSIONS 19 inch W 7 inch D 1U H WEIGHT 2 5 kg 5 5 Ibs approx ACCESSORIES Power cord OPTIONS HDMI HDMI male to male cables 1 Specifications are subject to change without notice LIMITED WARRANTY Kramer Electronics hereafter Kramer warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms HOW LONG IS THE WARRANTY Labor and parts are warranted for seven years from the date of the first customer purchase WHO IS PROTECTED Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty WHAT IS COVERED AND WHAT IS NOT COVERED Except as below this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product The following are not covered by the warranty T Any product which is not distributed by Kramer or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer If you are unc
3. Kramer Electronics Ltd l KRAMER USER MANUAL Model VM 4HDMI 1 4 HDMI Distributor Contents Contents 1 Introduction 2 Getting Started 3 Overview 3 1 About HDMI 3 2 Defining EDID 3 3 Recommendations for Best Performance 4 Your VM 4HDMI 1 4 HDMI Distributor 5 Connecting a VM 4HDMI 1 4 HDMI Distributor 5 1 Acquiring EDID 5 1 4 Acquiring the EDID from a Selected Output 5 1 2 Restoring the Default EDID 6 Technical Specifications Figures Figure 1 VM 4HDMI 1 4 HDMI Distributor Figure 2 Connecting a VM 4HDMI 1 4 HDMI Distributor Tables Table 1 VM 4HDMI 1 4 HDMI Distributor Features Table 2 Technical Specifications of the VM 4HDMI 1 4 HDMI Distributor N 0000000 WwW LI LI N Fi UA Introduction 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 which are clearly defined by function Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VM 4HDMI 4 HDMI Distributor The VM 4HDM is ideal for e Home theater presentation and multimedia applications e Rental and staging The package includes the following items e VM 4HDMI 4 HDMI Distributor e Power cord e This user m
4. a VM 4HDMI 1 4 HDMI Distributor 5 1 Acquiring EDID The VM 4HDMI initially operates with the default EDID This means that you can turn ON the power before connecting any of the acceptors or the source 5 1 1 Acquiring the EDID from a Selected Output You can either work with the default EDID or select an EDID from one of the connected outputs To select an EDID do the following 1 Press the SELECT button The connected OUTPUTS LEDs blink 2 Press the SELECT button again to cycle from one output to another until reaching the desired output Blinking will cease 3 Press the READ button 4 Turn OFF the power on the VM 4HDMI 5 Turn ON the power The READ button blinks 6 Press the READ button The blinking ceases and the button illuminates The VM 4HDMI accesses the EDID of the selected output The EDID of the selected output is stored in the non volatile memory when the READ button no longer illuminates 5 1 2 Restoring the Default EDID To restore the default EDID do the following 1 Disconnect each output 2 Turn OFF the power 3 Turn ON the Power The READ button flashes 4 Press the READ button The READ button illuminates The default EDID is stored in the non volatile memory when the READ button no longer illuminates 1 After cycling once through all the outputs the blinking will resume and you will have to start this procedure again to choose the desired output 8 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE
5. anual 2 Getting Started We recommend that you e Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment e Review the contents of this user manual e Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables 3 Overview The Kramer VM 4HDMI is a high quality 1 4 HDMI distributor that accepts an HDMI input and distributes the signal to four outputs allowing one or more of the outputs to be connected to receiving devices thus making it a versatile reliable component in a video system The VM 4HDMI distributes signals having resolutions up to UXGA including all HDTV formats 1 GROUP 1 Distribution Amplifiers GROUP 2 Video and Audio Switchers Matrix Switchers and Controllers GROUP 3 Video Audio VGA XGA Processors GROUP 4 Interfaces and Sync Processors GROUP 5 Twisted Pair Interfaces GROUP 6 Accessories and Rack Adapters GROUP 7 Scan Converters and Scalers and GROUP 8 Cables and Connectors 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 1 Overview In particular the VM 4HDMI Supports up to 1 65Gbps bandwidth per graphic channel Equalizes and reclocks the data Features a default EDID for fast and efficient connection of the unit Can read and store in non volatile memory the EDID block from one of the outputs s
6. ard Part 1 Residential commercial and light industry EN 50082 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic immunity standard Part 1 Residential commercial and light industry environment CFR 47 FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15 Radio frequency devices Subpart B Unintentional radiators CAUTION DO Servicing the machines can only be done by an authorized Kramer technician Any user who makes changes or modifications to the unit without the expressed approval of the manufacturer will void user authority to operate the equipment DO Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine X Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components 10 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit our Web site www kramerelectronics com where updates to this user manual may be found We welcome your questions comments and feedback Safety Warning Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening servicing Caution 9001 O SC QS gd oc Institute of Quality amp Control Kramer Electronics Ltd Web site www kramerelectronics com E mail info kramerel com P N 2900 000154 REV 3
7. elected display 4 w SELECT Button Select the desired display for EDID information 5 OUTPUTS LEDs LEDs light when an output s is connected and active LEDs blink when selecting EDID see section 5 1 6 INPUT HDMI Connector Connects to the HDMI source 7 OUTPUT HDMI Connectors Connect to the HDMI acceptors from 1 to 4 8 Power Connector with Fuse AC connector enabling power supply to the unit Connecting a VM 4HDMI 1 4 HDMI Distributor 5 Connecting a VM 4HDMI 1 4 HDMI Distributor To connect the VM 4HDMI as a 1 4 HDMI distributor do the following 1 Connect an HDMI source for example a DVD player to the INPUT connector 2 Connect the four OUTPUT connectors to up to four HDMI acceptors as follows OUTPUT 1 connector to HDMI acceptor 1 for example an LCD TV OUTPUT 2 connector to HDMI acceptor 2 for example a plasma display OUTPUT 3 connector to HDMI acceptor 3 for example a plasma display OUTPUT 4 connector to HDMI acceptor 4 for example a plasma display 3 Connect the power cord to the mains electricity 4 Turn ON the POWER 5 Acquire EDID see section 5 1 1 As required Up to 4 outputs can be connected on the VM 4HDMI Not all outputs need to be connected 6 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting a VM 4HDMI 1 4 HDMI Distributor DVD PI ayer Display Display Figure 2 Connecting a VM 4HDMI 1 4 HDMI Distributor Connecting
8. ertain as to whether a dealer is authorized please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the Web site www kramerelectronics com Di Any product on which the serial number has been defaced modified or removed 3 Damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from i Accident misuse abuse neglect fire water lightning or other acts of nature ii Product modification or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product iii Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by Kramer iv Any shipment of the product claims must be presented to the carrier v Removal or installation of the product vi Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect vii Cartons equipment enclosures cables or accessories used in conjunction with the product WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR AND WHAT WE WILL NOT PAY FOR We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items We will not pay for the following 1 Removal or installations charges 2 Costs of initial technical adjustments set up including adjustment of user controls or programming These costs are the responsibility of the Kramer dealer from whom the product was purchased 3 Shipping charges HOW YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE 1 To obtain service on you product you must take or ship it prepaid to any authorized Kramer service center 2 Whenever warranty service is required the original dated invoice or a copy must be presented as proof of warranty coverage
9. g conversions 5 With video and multi channel audio combined into a single cable the cost complexity and confusion of multiple cables currently used in A V systems is reduced 6 HDMI technology has been designed to use standard copper cable construction at up to 15m 7 HDMI supports multiple audio formats from standard stereo to multi channel surround sound HDMI has the capacity to support Dolby 5 1 audio and high resolution audio formats KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Your VM 4HDMI 1 4 HDMI Distributor 3 2 3 3 e Benefits consumers by providing superior uncompressed digital video quality via a single cable and user friendly connector e Is backward compatible with DVI Digital Visual Interface e Supports two way communication between the video source such as a DVD player and the digital television enabling new functionality such as automatic configuration and one button play HDMI has the capacity to support e Existing high definition video formats 720p 1080i and 1080p 60 as well as standard definition formats such as NTSC or PAL Defining EDID The Extended Display Identification Data EDID is a data structure provided by a display to describe its capabilities to a graphics card that is connected to the display s source The EDID enables the VM 4HDMI to know what kind of monitor is connected to the output The EDID includes the manufacturer s name the product type the timing data s
10. o it can then provide the EDID information to the HDMI source even if the display device is not connected Includes five HDMI connectors four output status LEDs an active status LED as well as EDID read and select buttons The VM 4HDMI is housed in a 19 1U rack mountable enclosure and is fed from a 100 264 VAC universal switching power supply 3 1 About HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface HDMI is an uncompressed all digital audio video interface widely supported in the entertainment and home cinema industry It delivers the highest high definition image and sound quality In particular HDMI Provides a simple interface between any audio video source such as a set top box DVD player or A V receiver and video monitor such as a digital flat LCD plasma television DTV over a single lengthy cable Supports standard enhanced high definition video and multi channel digital audio on a single cable Transmits all ATSC HDTV standards and supports 8 channel digital audio with bandwidth to spare to accommodate future enhancements and requirements 1 Suitable for resolutions up to UXGA at 60Hz and for all HD resolutions 2 The default EDID feature lets you connect the VM 4HDMI without having to connect a display to the output 3 EDID is Extended Display Identification Data 4 Ensuring an all digital rendering of video without the losses associated with analog interfaces and their unnecessary digital to analo
11. upported by the display the display size luminance data and for digital displays only the pixel mapping data Recommendations for Best Performance To achieve the best performance e Connect 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 e Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances and position your VM 4HDMI away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust Your VM 4HDMI 1 4 HDMI Distributor Figure 1 and Table 1 define the VM 4HDMI 4 HDMI Distributor 1 HDMI provides the quality and functionality of a digital interface while also supporting uncompressed video formats in a simple cost effective manner 2 Defined by a standard published by the Video Electronics Standards Association VESA 3 Your VM 4HDMI 1 4 HDMI Distributor 1 4 HDMI Distributor VM 4HDMI INPUT OUTPUT 1 OUTPUT 2 OUTPUT 3 OUTPUT 4 Seo co Figure 1 VM 4HDMI 1 4 HDMI Distributor 4 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Your VM 4HDMI 1 4 HDMI Distributor Table 1 VM 4HDMI 1 4 HDMI Distributor Features H Feature Function 1 POWER Switch Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF 2 ACTIVE LED Illuminates when the input is active blinks when the input is not valid 3 a READ Button Press to read the EDID of the s
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