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Overview 

 

3  Overview 

The high-performance 

VP-108

 

1:8 XGA / Balanced Stereo Audio DA

 is an 

8-channel distribution amplifier for VGA/XGA and stereo audio (balanced or 

unbalanced) that uses 15-pin HD connectors for the VGA-type signals, and 

detachable terminal block connectors for the audio. 
In particular, the 

VP-108

 

Is unique in that each of the eight XGA outputs, and each of the eight 

stereo audio outputs, may be individually enabled or disabled

1

, replacing a 

switcher which would typically be used in such setups 

 

Is controllable (switching of the outputs) via RS-232 or RS-485 serial 

commands transmitted by a touch screen system, PC, or other serial 

controller, as well as via external dry contact switches 

 

Stores the output configuration in non-volatile memory so that the 

machine will restore its power-down status when power is returned 

 

Uses solid-state electronic switching, and low-noise amplifying circuitry 

throughout the unit, and the sync pulses are detected and reconstructed 

before amplifying and buffering to the outputs 

 

Has a high video bandwidth, ensuring that each unit remains transparent 

even at the highest resolution VGA modes such as XGA 

Achieving the best performance means: 

 

Connecting 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) 

 

Avoiding interference from neighboring electrical appliances and 

positioning your 

VP-108

 unit in a location free from moisture, excessive 

sunlight and dust 

4  Your VP-108 1:8 XGA / Balanced Stereo Audio DA 

Figure 1 and Table 1 define the 

VP-108

 

1:8 XGA / Balanced Stereo Audio 

DA

                                                        

1 Using the REMOTE connector (see section 6.3) or via RS-232 or RS-485 

Summary of Contents for VP-108

Page 1: ...Kramer Electronics Ltd USER MANUAL Model VP 108 1 8 XGA Balanced Stereo Audio DA...

Page 2: ...1 8 XGA Balanced Stereo Audio DA 4 Figure 2 VP 108 Underside 5 Figure 3 Connecting the VP 108 1 8 XGA Balanced Stereo Audio DA 8 Figure 4 Connecting the Balanced Stereo Audio Input Output 9 Figure 5...

Page 3: ...cord Windows based Kramer control software Null modem adapter This user manual2 2 Getting Started We recommend that you Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials...

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

Page 5: ...the machine will restore its power down status when power is returned Uses solid state electronic switching and low noise amplifying circuitry throughout the unit and the sync pulses are detected and...

Page 6: ...KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Your VP 108 1 8 XGA Balanced Stereo Audio DA 4 Figure 1 VP 108 1 8 XGA Balanced Stereo Audio DA...

Page 7: ...k port 11 RS 232 9 pin D sub Connector Connect to PC or other Serial Controller 12 SETUP Dipswitches Dipswitches for setup of the unit 13 Power Connector with Fuse AC connector enabling power supply t...

Page 8: ...wiring Refer to the appropriate nameplate ratings for information For example for fuse replacement see the value printed on the product label 5 The machine is earthed grounded in a reliable way and i...

Page 9: ...NPUT 15 pin HD connector on an additional unit to increase video outputs 4 Set the dipswitches see section 6 2 1 5 Set the switches on the underside for looping3 see Figure 2 6 Connect the power cord4...

Page 10: ...KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting the VP 108 1 8 XGA Balanced Stereo Audio DA 8 Figure 3 Connecting the VP 108 1 8 XGA Balanced Stereo Audio DA...

Page 11: ...connection Figure 4 Connecting the Balanced Stereo Audio Input Output Figure 5 illustrates how to wire an unbalanced acceptor to the balanced output of the unit Figure 5 Connecting the Unbalanced Ster...

Page 12: ...rear panel port on the VP 108 unit as Figure 7 illustrates 9 pin D sub From PC 9 pin D sub Male If a shielded cable is used connect the shield to PIN 5 PIN 4 is connected to PIN 6 PINs 8 7 1 are conne...

Page 13: ...Master OFF OFF OFF 2 ON OFF OFF 3 OFF ON OFF 4 ON ON OFF 5 OFF OFF ON 6 ON OFF ON 7 OFF ON ON 8 ON ON ON 6 3 Connecting the REMOTE Connector Connecting the REMOTE terminal block connector pins to a co...

Page 14: ...KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Connecting the VP 108 1 8 XGA Balanced Stereo Audio DA 10 Figure 9 REMOTE Terminal Block Connector...

Page 15: ...block connectors MAX OUTPUT LEVEL VIDEO 1 5Vpp AUDIO 25Vpp BANDWIDTH 3dB VIDEO 400MHz AUDIO 100kHz DIFF GAIN 0 03 DIFF PHASE 0 03 Deg K FACTOR 0 05 S N RATIO VIDEO 74 3dB AUDIO 93dB unweighted CONTROL...

Page 16: ...r more detailed information see Protocol 20001 Table 6 VP 108 Hex Codes VIDEO2 OUT 1 OUT 2 OUT 3 OUT 4 OUT 5 OUT 6 OUT 7 OUT 8 ALL OUTPUTS ON 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 OFF 0 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 AUDIO 3 OUT 1 OU...

Page 17: ...sofnature ii Product modification orfailure to followinstructions supplied with the product iii Repairorattemptedrepairby anyonenot authorized byKramer iv Anyshipment oftheproduct claims must bepresen...

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