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Overview 

 

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3  Overview 

The Kramer 

VM-30CA 

1:3 Video Component / Audio Distributor

 is a high 

performance 1:3 distributor for component video signals (HDTV compatible), 

digital audio (S/PDIF) signals, and unbalanced stereo audio signals. 
The 

VM-30CA

 accepts one:

 

Component video

1

 signal and distributes the signal to three identical outputs 

using RCA connectors 
Digital audio (S/PDIF) input and distributes it to three digital audio 

(S/PDIF) outputs using RCA connectors 
Unbalanced stereo audio input and distributes it to three unbalanced stereo 

audio outputs using 3.5mm jacks 

In addition, the 

VM-30CA

 features: 

A video bandwidth of 400MHz that ensures transparent operation at the 

highest resolutions 
Front panel trimmers to control the level and EQ. of the Y, P

B

/C

B

, and 

P

R

/C

R

 video components 

Audio level control for the unbalanced stereo audio outputs 

The 

VM-30CA

 is housed in a desktop-sized enclosure, and is 12V DC fed. 

To achieve the best performance: 

Connect only good quality connection cables, thus avoiding interference, 

deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise 

levels (often associated with low quality cables) 
Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may 

adversely influence signal quality and position your Kramer 

VM-30CA

 

away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust 

 

 

 

Caution

 – No operator-serviceable parts inside unit. 

 

Warning

 – Use only the Kramer Electronics input power 

wall adapter that is provided with this unit

2

 

Warning

 – Disconnect power and unplug unit from wall 

before installing or removing device or servicing unit. 

 

 

 

                                                        

1 Sometimes called YUV, or Y, B-Y, R-Y, or Y, Pb, Pr, or Y, Cb, Cr 
2 For example: model number AD2512C, part number 2535-000251 

Summary of Contents for VM-30CA

Page 1: ...Kramer Electronics Ltd USER MANUAL Model VM 30CA 1 3 Video Component Audio Distributor...

Page 2: ...Distributor 4 5 Connecting the VM 30CA 5 6 Technical Specifications 7 Figures Figure 1 VM 30CA 1 3 Video Component Audio Distributor 4 Figure 2 Connecting the VM 30CA 1 3 Video Component Audio Distrib...

Page 3: ...wing items VM 30CA 1 3 Video Component Audio Distributor Power adapter 12V DC Input This user manual2 2 Getting Started We recommend that you Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box a...

Page 4: ...KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Getting Started 2...

Page 5: ...Y PB CB and PR CR video components Audio level control for the unbalanced stereo audio outputs The VM 30CA is housed in a desktop sized enclosure and is 12V DC fed To achieve the best performance Con...

Page 6: ...output signal level 7 Pb Cb EQ Trimmer Adjust 1 the PB CB cable compensation equalization level 8 LEVEL Trimmer Adjust1 the Y output signal level 9 Y EQ Trimmer Adjust 1 the Y cable compensation equal...

Page 7: ...ct a 12V DC power adapter to the power socket and connect the adapter to the mains electricity not shown in Figure 2 4 If required adjust4 the audio level the Y PB CB and or PR CR output signal level...

Page 8: ...KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting the VM 30CA 6 Figure 2 Connecting the VM 30CA 1 3 Video Component Audio Distributor...

Page 9: ...ctors 3 unbalanced stereo audio 4dBm nominal 150 on RCA connectors MAX OUTPUT LEVEL VIDEO 2 3Vpp AUDIO 1 8pp S PDIF 25dBm analog BANDWIDTH 3dB VIDEO 400MHz Fully Loaded AUDIO 100kHz DIFF GAIN 0 03 DIF...

Page 10: ...s 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 11: ...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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