Kramer VM-8H User Manual

Kramer VM-8H User Manual

1:8 hdmi distributor; 1:16 hdmi distributor
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Kramer Electronics, Ltd.

USER MANUAL

Models:
VM-8H,
1:8 HDMI Distributor
VM-16H,
1:16 HDMI Distributor

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Summary of Contents for Kramer VM-8H

  • Page 1: User Manual

    Kramer Electronics, Ltd. USER MANUAL Models: VM-8H, 1:8 HDMI Distributor VM-16H, 1:16 HDMI Distributor...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Figure 1: VM-8H 1:8 HDMI Distributor Figure 2: VM-16H 1:16 H Distributor Figure 3: Connecting a VM-8H 1:8 HDMI Distributor Tables Table 1: HDMI Distributor Features Table 2: The EDID Modes Table 3: Technical Specifications of the VM-8H and the VM-16H...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    GROUP 7: Scan Converters and Scalers; GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors; GROUP 9: Room Connectivity; GROUP 10: Accessories and Rack Adapters; GROUP 11: Sierra Products 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...
  • Page 4: Quick Start

    Getting Started Quick Start This section provides instructions for rack mounting the unit 1 This quick start also applies to the VM-16H which has 16 outputs instead of eight KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...
  • Page 5: Overview

    1 Suitable for resolutions up to UXGA at 60Hz, and for all HD resolutions 2 EDID is Extended Display Identification Data 3 The default EDID feature lets you connect the VM-8H/VM-16H without having to connect a display to the output 4 Eight for the VM-8H and 16 for the VM-16H...
  • 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 a graphics card (that is connected to the display’s source). The EDID enables the VM-8H/ VM-16H to “know” what kind of monitor is connected to the output. The EDID includes the manufacturer’s name, the product type, the timing data...
  • Page 8: Figure 1: Vm-8H 1:8 Hdmi Distributor

    Your HDMI Distributors Figure 1: VM-8H 1:8 HDMI Distributor KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...
  • Page 9: Figure 2: Vm-16H 1:16 H Distributor

    Your HDMI Distributors Figure 2: VM-16H 1:16 H Distributor...
  • Page 10: Table 1: Hdmi Distributor Features

    Connects to the HDMI source OUTPUT HDMI Connectors Connect to the HDMI acceptors Power Connector with Fuse AC connector enabling power supply to the unit 1 For the VM-8H, from 1 to 8; for the VM-16H, from 1 to 16 KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...
  • Page 11: Installing The Vm-8H/Vm-16H In A Rack

    Installing the VM-8H/VM-16H in a Rack Installing the VM-8H/VM-16H in a Rack This section provides instructions for rack mounting the unit.
  • Page 12: Connecting The Vm-8H 1:8 Hdmi Distributor

    1 From this section on, all the information is relevant to both the VM-8H and the VM-16H, unless noted otherwise 2 As required. Up to 8 outputs can be connected on the VM-8H and up to 16 outputs can be connected on the VM-16H. Not...
  • Page 13: Acquiring The Edid

    Connecting the VM-8H 1:8 HDMI Distributor Acquiring the EDID The VM-8H initially operates with the default EDID. This means that you can turn ON the power before connecting any of the acceptors or the source. You can acquire the EDID from: •...
  • Page 14: Acquiring The Default Edid

    Connecting the VM-8H 1:8 HDMI Distributor 3. Press the READ button. The flashing ceases and the button illuminates. The VM-8H accesses the EDID of the connected output. The EDID of the selected output is stored in the non-volatile memory when the READ button no longer illuminates.
  • Page 15: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Table 3 includes the technical specifications: Table 3: Technical Specifications of the VM-8H and the VM-16H VM-8H VM-16H INPUT: HDMI connector OUTPUTS: 8 HDMI connectors 16 HDMI connectors BANDWIDTH: Supports up to 2.25Gbps per graphic channel...
  • Page 16 KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...
  • Page 17 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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