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Introduction 

 

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1  Introduction 

Welcome to Kramer Electronics (since 1981): a world of unique, creative and 

affordable solutions to the infinite range of problems that confront the video, audio 

and presentation professional on a daily basis. In recent years, we have redesigned 

and upgraded most of our line, making the best even better! Our 500-plus 

different models now appear in 8 Groups

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, which are clearly defined by function.  

Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer 

VM-28HDMI

 

2 Input 1:8 

HDMI

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 Distributor

VM-212HDMI

 

2 Input 1:12 HDMI Distributor

, and/or 

VM-216HDMI

 

2 Input 1:16 HDMI Distributor

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Each machine

 

is ideal for: 

Home theater, presentation and multimedia applications 
Rental and staging 

The package includes the following items: 

VM-28HDMI

 

VM-212HDMI

 

VM-216HDMI

 

Power cord 
This user manual

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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 cables

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1 GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Video and Audio Switchers, Matrix Switchers and Controllers; GROUP 3: 
Video,  Audio,  VGA/XGA  Processors;  GROUP  4:  Interfaces  and  Sync  Processors;  GROUP  5:  Twisted  Pair  Interfaces; 
GROUP 6: Accessories and Rack Adapters; GROUP 7: Scan Converters and Scalers; and GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors 
2 High-Definition Multimedia Interface 
3 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from the Internet at this URL: http://www.kramerelectronics.com 
4 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com 

Summary of Contents for VM-212HDMI

Page 1: ...Kramer Electronics Ltd USER MANUAL Models VM 28HDMI 2 Input 1 8 HDMI Distributor VM 212HDMI 2 Input 1 12 HDMI Distributor VM 216HDMI 2 Input 1 16 HDMI Distributor...

Page 2: ...or 11 5 2 Operating the VM 28HDMI VM 212HDMI VM 216HDMI 12 5 2 1 Using the EDID Button 12 5 2 2 Acquiring Changing the EDID 12 5 2 3 Resetting the Default EDID 12 6 Technical Specifications 13 Figures...

Page 3: ...RS 232 Remote Controller Fourth change add before section 6 on page 13 5 3 Controlling via RS 232 for example using a PC To connect a PC to the VM 28HDMI VM 216HDMI using the Null modem adapter provi...

Page 4: ...package includes the following items VM 28HDMI VM 212HDMI VM 216HDMI Power cord This user manual3 2 Getting Started We recommend that you Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and...

Page 5: ...switching power supply 3 1 About HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface HDMI is an uncompressed all digital8 audio video interface widely supported in the entertainment and home cinema industry It...

Page 6: ...ndard definition formats such as NTSC or PAL 3 2 Defining EDID The Extended Display Identification Data EDID5 is a data structure provided by a display to describe its capabilities to an HDMI source T...

Page 7: ...changing the EDID see section 5 2 2 4 EDID Button 2 Press for more than 3 seconds to set to the EDID mode 5 LOCK Button 3 Press to engage disengage the front panel switches 6 OUTPUT STATUS LEDs LEDs l...

Page 8: ...Your VM 28HDMI VM 212HDMI VM 216HDMI 5 Figure 1 VM 28HDMI 2 Input 1 8 HDMI Distributor...

Page 9: ...KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Your VM 28HDMI VM 212HDMI VM 216HDMI 6 Figure 2 VM 212HDMI 2 Input 1 12 HDMI Distributor...

Page 10: ...Your VM 28HDMI VM 212HDMI VM 216HDMI 7 Figure 3 VM 216HDMI 2 Input 1 16 HDMI Distributor...

Page 11: ...how to Connect the VM 28HDMI VM 212HDMI VM 216HDMI see section 5 1 Operate the VM 28HDMI VM 212HDMI VM 216HDMI see section 5 2 Use the EDID button see section 5 2 1 5 1 Connecting the VM 28HDMI VM 21...

Page 12: ...T 8 connector to acceptor 8 for example a plasma display 2 Connect the two HDMI sources for example a DVD player and a set top box to the INPUT 1 and INPUT 2 connectors respectively using the Kramer H...

Page 13: ...e an LCD TV OUTPUT 12 connector to acceptor 12 for example a plasma display 2 Connect the two HDMI sources for example a DVD player and a set top box to the INPUT 1 and INPUT 2 connectors respectively...

Page 14: ...T 16 connector to acceptor 16 for example a plasma display 2 Connect the two HDMI sources for example a DVD player and a set top box to the INPUT 1 and INPUT 2 connectors respectively using the Kramer...

Page 15: ...upply 2 Connect the new output display device 3 Press the EDID button for more than 3 seconds to set the machine to the EDID Reset mode 4 Press an input button either IN 1 or IN 2 1 once The selected...

Page 16: ...Connectors 12 on HDMI Connectors 16 on HDMI Connectors BANDWIDTH Supports up to 1 65Gbps bandwidth per graphic channel COMPLIANCE WITH HDMI STANDARD Supports HDMI 1 2 and HDCP CONTROLS EDID IN 1 IN 2...

Page 17: ...is required the original dated invoice or a copy must be presented as proof of warranty coverage and should be included in any shipment of the product Please also include in any mailing a contact name...

Page 18: ...or 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 commen...

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