HDTV formats. Since high-resolution DVI signals are very sensitive to cable quality and to PCB layout, the VM-8DVI-R uses a uniquely 1 GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Video and Audio Switchers, Matrix Switchers and Controllers; GROUP 3: Video, Audio, VGA/XGA Processors;...
DVI source Note that only the digital signal (DVI-D) is available on the DVI connector The VM-8DVI-R fits in one vertical space of a standard 19” professional rack enclosure (1U)
Your VM-8DVI-R 1:8 DVI Distributor Table 1: VM-8DVI-R 1:8 DVI Distributor Features Feature POWER Switch INPUT LED OUTPUTS CONNECTED LEDs Lights when an output is connected and active (from 1 to 8) EDID OUTPUT PORT SELECT Dipswitches EDID SELECT MODE...
Installing the VM-8DVI-R on a Rack Installing the VM-8DVI-R on a Rack This section describes what to do before installing on a rack and how to rack mount. Before Installing on a Rack Before installing on a rack, be sure that the environment is...
Graphics Source Figure 2: Connecting a VM-8DVI-R 1:8 DVI Distributor 1 As required. Up to 8 outputs can be connected on the VM-8DVI-R. Not all outputs need to be connected to up to 8 DVI acceptors, as follows: Projector Display...
Connecting a VM-8DVI-R 1:8 DVI Distributor 6.1 The EDID Feature The VM-8DVI-R can operate with the factory default EDID, or with an EDID that is acquired from one of the outputs either automatically or manually. 6.1.1 Defining EDID The Extended Display Identification Data (EDID provided by a display, to describe its capabilities to a graphics card (that is connected to the display's source).
6.1.2.2 Automatically Acquiring the EDID To automatically acquire the EDID: Turn the power OFF on the VM-8DVI-R. Set both of the EDID SELECT MODE dipswitches to AUTO. Turn the power ON. In the automatic EDID SELECT MODE, the EDID is acquired from the...
This section describes the machine dipswitches. By default, all the VM-8DVI-R dipswitches are set to OFF and AUTO. Figure 3 and Table 2 describe the dipswitches, which consist of two sets, from 1 to 8 and from 1 to 2.
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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: 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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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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