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Kramer VM-28H User Manual

2 input 1:8/16 hdmi distributor
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Kramer Electronics, Ltd.

USER MANUAL

Models:
VM-28H,
2 Input 1:8 HDMI Distributor
VM-216H,
2 Input 1:16 HDMI Distributor

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    Kramer Electronics, Ltd. USER MANUAL Models: VM-28H, 2 Input 1:8 HDMI Distributor VM-216H, 2 Input 1:16 HDMI Distributor...
  • Page 2 Figures Figure 1: VM-28H 2 Input 1:8 HDMI Distributor Figure 2: VM-216H 2 Input 1:16 HDMI Distributor Figure 3: Connecting a VM-28H 2 Input 1:8 HDMI Distributor Figure 4: Connecting a VM-216H 2 Input 1:16 HDMI Distributor Tables Table 1: VM-28H / VM-216H Features...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    GROUP 10: Accessories and Rack Adapters; GROUP 11: Sierra Products 2 High-Definition Multimedia Interface 3 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from the Internet at this URL: http://www kramerelectronics com 4 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www kramerelectronics com...

  • Page 4: Quick Start

    Getting Started 2.1 Quick Start This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation 1 This quick start applies both to the VM-28H and the VM-216H KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...

  • Page 5: Overview

    Overview Overview The Kramer VM-28H 2 Input 1:8 HDMI Distributor and VM-216H 2 Input 1:16 HDMI Distributor are high quality distributors that accept one of two HDMI inputs and distribute the signal to 8/16 outputs, allowing one or more of the outputs to be connected to receiving devices, thus making them a versatile, reliable component in a video system.

  • Page 6: About Hdmi

    5 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 6 HDMI provides the quality and functionality of a digital interface while also supporting uncompressed video formats in a simple, cost-effective manner KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...

  • Page 7: Defining Edid

    ) is a data-structure, provided by a display, to describe its capabilities to an HDMI source. The EDID enables the VM-28H / VM-216H to “know” what kind of monitor is connected to the output. The EDID includes the manufacturer’s name, the product type, the timing data supported by the display, the display size, luminance data and (for digital displays only) the pixel mapping data.

  • Page 8: Figure 1: Vm-28H 2 Input 1:8 Hdmi Distributor

    Your VM-28H / VM-216H Figure 1: VM-28H 2 Input 1:8 HDMI Distributor KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...

  • Page 9: Figure 2: Vm-216H 2 Input 1:16 Hdmi Distributor

    Your VM-28H / VM-216H Figure 2: VM-216H 2 Input 1:16 HDMI Distributor 1 The remote IR opening, item 12, is not included in this machine...

  • Page 10: Table 1: Vm-28H / Vm-216H Features

    Connects to the HDMI source 1 INPUT 2 HDMI Connector Connects to the HDMI source 2 OUTPUT HDMI Connector Connects to the HDMI acceptor [from 1 to 8 (for the VM-28H), from 1 to 16 (for he VM-216H)] REMOTE IR Opening (for he...

  • Page 11: Using The Ir Transmitter For The Vm-28H

    This distance can be extended to up to 60 meters when used with three extension cables Before using the external IR receiver, be sure to arrange for your Kramer dealer to insert the internal IR connection cable with the 3.5mm connector that fits 2 5 F into the REMOTE IR opening on the rear panel.

  • Page 12: Installing In A Rack

    Installing in a Rack Installing in a Rack This section provides instructions for rack mounting the unit. KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...

  • Page 13: Using The Vm-28H / Vm-216H

    4. Connect the power cord to the mains electricity. 1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your VM-28H After connecting your VM-28H, switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device...

  • Page 14: Figure 3: Connecting A Vm-28H 2 Input 1:8 Hdmi Distributor

    Using the VM-28H / VM-216H Figure 3: Connecting a VM-28H 2 Input 1:8 HDMI Distributor KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...

  • Page 15: Connecting The Vm-216H 2 Input 1:16 Hdmi Distributor

    1. Connect the HDMI OUTPUT connectors to up to 16 HDMI acceptors, using Kramer HDMI copper cables. In this example , connect the:  OUTPUT 1 connector to acceptor 1 (for example, a plasma display) ...

  • Page 16: Connecting To The Vm-28H / Vm-216H Via Rs-232

    Connect the RS-232 9-pin D-sub rear panel port on the VM-28H / VM-216H unit via a 9-wire straight cable (only pin 2 to pin 2, pin 3 to pin 3, and pin 5 to pin 5 need to be connected) to the RS-232 9-pin D-sub port on your PC 6.3 Operating the VM-28H / VM-216H...

  • Page 17: Acquiring / Changing The Edid From One Output

    Using the VM-28H / VM-216H Table 2: The EDID Modes Current Appearance To cycle to the To cycle to the Auto- To cycle to the One EDID Mode Default EDID mix EDID output EDID One output The selected Press the IN button...

  • Page 18: Acquiring The Default Edid

    Using the VM-28H / VM-216H 6.4.2 Acquiring the Default EDID To reset the default EDID, do the following: 1. Connect the power supply. 2. Press the EDID button for more than 3 seconds. 3. Press an input button (either IN 1 or IN 2) once.

  • Page 19: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Table 3 Table 4 include the technical specifications of the VM-28H and VM-216H, respectively: Table 3: VM-28H Technical Specifications INPUTS: 2 on HDMI connectors OUTPUTS: 8 on HDMI connectors BANDWIDTH: Supports up to 2.25Gbps bandwid h per graphic channel...

  • Page 20: Communication Protocol

    Communication Protocol Communication Protocol The VM-28H/VM-216H is compatible with Kramer’s Protocol 2000 (version 0.48) (below). This RS-232/RS-485 communication protocol uses four bytes of information as defined below. The default data rate is 9600 baud, with no parity, 8 data bits and 1 stop bit.

  • Page 21: Table 6: Instruction Codes For Protocol 2000

    Communication Protocol Table 6: Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 Note: All values in the table are decimal, unless otherwise stated INSTRUCTION DEFINITION FOR SPECIFIC INSTRUCTION NOTE DESCRIPTION INPUT OUTPUT SWITCH V DEO Set equal to video input Set equal to video output which is to be 2, 15 which is to be switched switched...
  • Page 22 KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...
  • Page 23 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.

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