How Do I Get Started Unpacking and Contents Optional Accessories VM Series Amplifiers Getting To Know Your VM-2N Getting To Know Your VM-5S Amplifier Getting To Know Your VM-50A Amplifier Getting To Know Your VM-50H Amplifier Getting To Know Your VM-50YC Amplifier...
In addition to the Kramer line of high quality amplifiers, such as the one you have just purchased, Kramer also offers a full line of high quality switchers, processors, interfaces, controllers and computer-related products. This manual includes configuration, operation and option information for the following products from the Kramer VM line of distribution amplifiers.
6.5" x 4.72" x 1.77" Weight 0.620Kg (1.3lbs) Approx. Power consumption 4.6VA 230VAC/50Hz, (115V Power Source USA) KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD. VM-5S 1 video (internally selected) 1 stereo audio looping (composite, single component or serial digital) 1 stereo audio/balanced mono BNC connector with rear...
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6.5" x 4.72" x 1.77" W, D, H Weight 0.68Kg (1.5lbs) Power consumption 15VA Power Source 12VDC, 1.15A KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD. VM-50YC 1 s-video, looping 1 video, looping 4P connectors with a BNC connector with termination switch termination switch 1Vpp/75ohm (Y), 1Vpp/75ohm 0.3Vpp/75ohm (C)
UNPACKING AND CONTENTS The items contained in your Kramer VM amplifier package are listed below. Please save the original box and packaging materials for possible future transportation and shipment of the amplifier.
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For best results the 104L amplifier is installed adjacent to the video source. The 104L is housed in the compact KRAMER TOOLS enclosure and is fed by a 12VDC source. High bandwidth and front accessible controls make it suitable for the most demanding analog and SDI studio applications.
Getting To Know Your VM-2N The KRAMER VM-2N is an ultra-high bandwidth, state-of-the-art video/stereo audio Distribution Amplifier designed for analog and digital studio applications. The VM-2N splits a single input source, be it composite, single component or Serial Digital video, into two identical outputs with no discernible signal degradation.
Power connector Getting To Know Your VM-5S Amplifier The KRAMER VM-5S, an upgrade of the VM-6NS, is an ultra-high bandwidth, video/stereo audio Distribution Amplifier designed for analog and digital studio applications. The VM-5S splits a single input source - composite, single component or Serial Digital video - into five identical outputs.
Power connector Getting To Know Your VM-50A Amplifier The KRAMER VM-50A is a high quality, state-of-the-art stereo audio Distribution Amplifier designed for studios, shops, showrooms and other demanding applications. The VM-50A splits a single stereo input source into five identical outputs. The VM-50A uses an external 12V DC power source, and therefore is suitable for fieldwork as well.
12VDC feed connector Getting To Know Your VM-50H Amplifier The KRAMER VM-50H is a high quality, state-of-the-art, stereo Headphone Distribution Amplifier designed for studios, shops, showrooms, museums and audio fieldwork. The VM-50H splits a single stereo input source into five identical outputs, each output level is individually controllable.
Feature Input 6.5mm socket Mono pushbutton Out 1- Out 5 6.5mm socket 12VDC feed connector KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD. Table 4: VM-50H Front Panel Features Function Supplies power to the unit. Control audio output level of outputs 1-5. Table 5: VM-50H Rear Panel Features...
Getting To Know Your VM-50YC Amplifier The KRAMER VM-50YC is a high quality, state-of-the-art, s-video Distribution Amplifier designed for studios, shops, showrooms and other demanding applications. The VM-50YC splits a single input source into five identical outputs. The VM-50YC uses an external 12VDC power source, and therefore is suitable for fieldwork as well.
Getting To Know Your VM-50V Amplifier The KRAMER VM-50V is a high quality, state-of-the-art, video Distribution Amplifier designed for studios, shops, showrooms and other demanding applications. The VM-50V splits a single input source into five identical outputs. The VM-50V uses an external 12VDC power source, and therefore is suitable for fieldwork as well.
Video sources and output devices (such as amplifiers or recorders) may be connected to the amplifier through the BNC connectors (VM-2N, VM-5S and VM-50V models) or 4p type connectors (VM-50YC model) located at the back of the machine. Please keep in mind that the output signal format will match that of the input signal format.
To enable mono audio level control, select "Mono" position by pressing the "Mono" pushbutton. Then, using the LEVEL CONTROL Gain knobs, adjust gently the audio stereo level to achieve satisfactory audio level. KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD. J2 INTERNAL JUMPER Figure 7: J2 Internal Jumper Location ) and remove it.
The capacitor may be "stitched" on the coaxial cable directly, by carefully separating the shield from the signal leading conductor, cutting this conductor and connecting the capacitor serially. Figure 8: Installing a VM Amplifier In a Mixed AC/DC Video/Audio System KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD.
Install cover by tightening the Philips screws. For models VM-2N, 5S, perform the following: Remove power cord from AC outlet and the machine and then using a flat head screwdriver, remove fuse holder located directly below the power connector on your amplifier.
Audio Signal 11.2 (VM-2N, VM-5S, VM-50A, VM-50H Only) Problem Remedy No audio at the Output Device, Regardless of Input Selected Audio level is too low KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD. Confirm that your sources and output device are powered on and connected properly. Audio signals connected to the input of your amplifier should be properly wired to the output of your source.
Use the video Tester to test the video path leading to/from your amplifier (see section Video level is too The amplifiers in this manual (except for the VM-2N) have high or too low termination switches on each input. Verify that the video line is well interfaced through 75ohm impedance, otherwise it results in a video level that is too high or too low.
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EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES Kramer’s liability for any defective 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;...
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