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 the video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting professional on a daily basis. In recent years, we have redesigned and upgraded...
Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality Position your Kramer VM-1021N 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.
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Overview The VM-1021N is a high-performance distribution amplifier for composite or SDI video signals. It provides controls to compensate for signal losses inherent in long cable runs. The VM-1021N is a full broadcast, state-of-the-art, 1:20 video distribution amplifier designed for studio and other demanding applications. The unit splits a single input source into twenty identical outputs with no discernible signal degradation.
Figure 1: VM-1021N 1:20 Video Distributor Front Panel Feature Function POWER LED Illuminates when the device is turned on SET 4 ADJUST EQ Trimmer Controls cable equalization of SET 4 video outputs 16-20 SET 4 ADJUST LEVEL Trimmer Controls level of SET 4 video outputs 16-20...
Figure 2: VM-1021N 1:20 Video Distributor Rear Panel Feature Function INPUT BNC Connector Connects to a composite/component/ analog sync video source Selects “75Ω“ or “HI-z” impedance when pressed (for looping select "Hi-z") LOOP BNC Connector IN=75Ω Button Provides video looping capability to increase number of outputs...
VM-1021N. After connecting your VM-1021N, connect its power and then switch on the power to each device. To connect the VM-1021N as illustrated in the example in Figure 1. Connect a video source to the INPUT BNC connector (for example, a composite video player).
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All signal cables to each device should be of equal length (for example, the R,G,B cables between a camera and the amplifier should be of equal length) VM-1021N - Connecting the VM-1021N...
-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: 2.6kg (5.7lbs) approx. INCLUDED ACCESSORIES: Power cord Specifications are subject to change without notice at http://www.kramerelectronics.com VM-1021N - VM-1021N Technical Specifications...
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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...
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