Kramer VM-4DP User Manual

1:4 displayport

Advertisement

Quick Links

K R A ME R E LE CT R O N IC S L TD .
USER MANUAL
MODEL:
VM-4DP
1:4 DisplayPort Distributor
P/N: 2900-000732 Rev 2

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the VM-4DP and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Summary of Contents for Kramer VM-4DP

  • Page 1 K R A ME R E LE CT R O N IC S L TD . USER MANUAL MODEL: VM-4DP 1:4 DisplayPort Distributor P/N: 2900-000732 Rev 2...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Acquiring the EDID from a Connected Output Upgrading the Firmware Technical Specifications Figures Figure 1: VM-4DP 1:4 DisplayPort Distributor Front Panel Figure 2: VM-4DP 1:4 DisplayPort Distributor Rear Panel Figure 3: Connecting the VM-4DP 1:4 DisplayPort Distributor VM-4DP – Contents...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    Introduction Welcome to Kramer Electronics! Since 1981, Kramer Electronics has been providing a world of unique, creative, and affordable solutions to the vast range of problems that confront video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting professionals on a daily basis. In recent years, we have redesigned and upgraded most of our...
  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality  Position your Kramer VM-4DP away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust This equipment is to be used only inside a building. It may only be connected to other equipment that is installed inside a building.
  • Page 6: Safety Instructions

    Kramer Electronics has made arrangements with the European Advanced Recycling Network (EARN) and will cover any costs of treatment, recycling and recovery of waste Kramer Electronics branded equipment on arrival at the EARN facility. For details of Kramer’s recycling arrangements in your particular country go to our recycling pages at http://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/recycling/.
  • Page 7: Overview

    Overview The VM-4DP is a high-quality 1:4 DisplayPort Distributor that accepts a DisplayPort (DP) input, equalizes and reclocks the data, and distributes the signal to four DisplayPort outputs. The VM-4DP features:  One DisplayPort input, four DisplayPort outputs, four output status LEDs, an active input status LED, as well as EDID read and select buttons ...
  • Page 8: Figure 1: Vm-4Dp 1:4 Displayport Distributor Front Panel

    Figure 1: VM-4DP 1:4 DisplayPort Distributor Front Panel Feature Function POWER LED Illuminates when receiving power ACTIVE LED Illuminates when the input is active READ Button Press to read the EDID of the selected display SELECT Button Select the desired output from which to acquire the EDID information Section ‎...
  • Page 9: Figure 2: Vm-4Dp 1:4 Displayport Distributor Rear Panel

    Figure 2: VM-4DP 1:4 DisplayPort Distributor Rear Panel Feature Function INPUT DisplayPort Connector Connects to the DisplayPort source OUTPUT DisplayPort Connectors Connect to the DP acceptors (from 1 to 4) PROGRAM 9-pin D-sub port Use to program the unit Power Connector with Fuse...
  • Page 10: Installing In A Rack

    Installing in a Rack This section provides instructions for rack mounting the unit. VM-4DP - Installing in a Rack...
  • Page 11: Connecting The Vm-4Dp

    Connecting the VM-4DP Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your VM-4DP. After connecting your VM-4DP, connect its power and then switch on the power to each device. To connect the VM-4DP as illustrated in the example in Figure 1.
  • Page 12: Acquiring An Edid

    Acquiring an EDID The VM-4DP 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:  Section ‎ 6 .1 The default EDID, see ...
  • Page 13: Upgrading The Firmware

    Upgrading the Firmware For instructions on upgrading the firmware see “Upgrading the VM-4DP Firmware Using the STC Software”. VM-4DP - Upgrading the Firmware...
  • Page 14: Technical Specifications

    -40° to +70°C (-40° to 158°F) HUMIDITY: 10% to 90%, RHL non-condensing DIMENSIONS: 19" x 7" x 1U W, D, H rack mountable WEIGHT: 2.5kg (5.5lbs) approx. Power cord, rack “ears” ACCESSORIES: Specifications are subject to change without notice at http://www.kramerelectronics.com VM-4DP - Technical Specifications...
  • Page 15 VM-4DP - Technical Specifications...
  • Page 16 For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors, visit our Web site where updates to this user manual may be found. We welcome your questions, comments, and feedback. Web site: www.kramerelectronics.com E-mail: info@kramerel.com SAFETY WARNING...

Table of Contents