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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 the video, audio, presentation, and 
broadcasting professional on a daily basis. In recent years, we have 
redesigned and upgraded most of our line, making the best even better! Our 
1,000-plus different models now appear in 11 groups

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Thank you for purchasing the Kramer DigiTOOLS

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6241HD 4x1 HD-SDI 

Switcher, 

which is ideal for: 

 that are clearly 

defined by function. 

 

Video broadcast studios for signal routing 

 

Non-linear editing suites 

 

Video production studios 

Each package includes the following items: 

 

6241HD 4x1 HD-SDI Switcher

 

 

Power supply (5V DC) 

 

This user manual

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Getting Started 

 

We recommend that you: 

 

Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and 
packaging materials for possible future shipment 

 

Review the contents of this user manual 

 

Use Kramer high-performance high-resolution cables

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1  GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Matrix Switchers; GROUP 3: Control Systems;  

GROUP 4: Format/Standards Converters; GROUP 5: Range Extenders and Repeaters; GROUP 6: Specialty AV Products; 

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  

Summary of Contents for 6241HD

Page 1: ...Kramer Electronics Ltd Preliminary USER MANUAL Model 6241HD 4x1 HD SDI Switcher ...

Page 2: ... 4x1 HD SDI Switcher 4 5 Connecting the 6241HD 4x1 HD SDI Switcher 5 6 Technical Specifications 6 Figures Figure 1 6241HD 4x1 HD SDI Switcher Functions 4 Figure 2 Connecting the 6241HD 4x1 HD SDI Switcher 5 Tables Table 1 6241HD 4x1 HD SDI Switcher Functions 4 Table 2 6241HD Technical Specifications 6 ...

Page 3: ...ludes the following items 6241HD 4x1 HD SDI Switcher Power supply 5V DC This user manual2 2 Getting Started We recommend that you Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment Review the contents of this user manual Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables3 1 GROUP 1 Distribution Amplifiers GROUP 2 Switchers and Matrix Switc...

Page 4: ...KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Getting Started 2 2 1 Quick Start This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps ...

Page 5: ...ly good quality connection cables2 Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality and position your Kramer 6241HD away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust to avoid interference deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching and elevated noise levels often associated with low quality cables Caution No operator serviceable parts insi...

Page 6: ...itcher Functions Feature Function 1 INPUT SELECTOR Switches Select the serial digital video sources from 1 to 4 2 INPUT SELECTOR LEDs Illuminate for the selected input from 1 to 4 3 ON LED Illuminates when receiving power 4 INPUT BNC Connectors Connect to the serial digital video sources 75Ω 1 to 4 5 OUT BNC Connector Connect to the serial digital video acceptor 75Ω 6 5V DC 5V DC connector for pow...

Page 7: ...o the four serial digital video IN BNC connectors1 2 Connect the serial digital video OUT BNC connector to the serial digital video acceptor for example an HD SDI digital monitor 3 Connect the 5V DC power adapter to the power socket and connect the adapter to the mains electricity Pressing an INPUT SELECTOR button routes that serial digital video input to the serial digital video output Figure 2 C...

Page 8: ... connectors OUTPUTS 1 SMPTE 259M 344M 292M serial digital video output 75Ω on BNC connectors MAX DATA RATE 1 485Gbps MAX OUTPUT LEVEL 800mVpp 75Ω EQUALIZATION Automatic equalization for losses on 75Ω coaxial cable DIMENSIONS 12cm x 7 5cm x 2 5cm 4 7 x 2 95 x 0 98 W D H POWER SOURCE 5V DC 410mA WEIGHT 0 25kg 0 6lbs approx ACCESSORIES Power supply mounting bracket OPTIONS RK T1 or RK T3 rack mount k...

Page 9: ...heractsofnature ii Product modification orfailureto followinstructions supplied with theproduct iii Repairorattemptedrepairby anyonenot authorized byKramer iv Anyshipment oftheproduct claims must bepresentedtothe carrier v Removalorinstallationoftheproduct vi Anyothercause whichdoes not relateto aproduct defect vii Cartons equipment enclosures cables or accessoriesusedinconjunctionwiththeproduct 1...

Page 10: ...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 Caution Safety Warning Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening servicing ...

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