Overview; Your Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher - Kramer VS-3232A User Manual

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Overview

The VS-3232A is a high-performance 32x32 matrix switcher (router) for
analog balanced stereo audio signals. The unit can route any or all inputs to
any or all outputs simultaneously.
The VS-3232A features:
• Clean switching (noise free)
• Level control for each input and output
• An S/N ratio of over 100dB at +20dBu/1kHz and a linearity better than
0.1dB from -25dBu to +20dBu
• THD and noise below 0.03%
• A flat frequency response from 20Hz to 20kHz (±0.1dB)
• The ability to operate as a standalone audio router or as a companion
router to the VP-3232V(xl)
• The ability when connected to the VP-3232V(xl), to operate in audio-follow-
video or breakaway mode
• Flexible control options: front panel, remote control via RS-232
(K-Router™ Windows®-based software is included), RS-485, Ethernet
and IR remote (included)
• A TAKE button for executing multiple switches all at once
• 60 memory locations to store the machine's full status such as presets to be
recalled and executed when needed. One "Default" setup can be executed
immediately by pressing the default button
• Front panel lockout
• Two optional communication protocols, the Kramer 2000 and Sierra
ASCII protocols (partial)
• A worldwide power supply,
size, with
To achieve the best performance:
• Use only good quality connection cables to avoid interference,
deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise
levels (often associated with low quality cables)
• Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may
adversely influence signal quality and position your VS-3232A away from
moisture, excessive sunlight and dust
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Your Balanced Stereo Audio Matrix Switcher

Figure 1 and
2U Rack "ears" included
Table 1 define the front panel of the VS-3232A.
Overview
100-240V AC on a standard 19" rack mount
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