Kramer VP-72 User Manual Download Page 3

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 

350-plus different models now appear in 8 Groups

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, which are clearly defined 

by function. 
Congratulations on purchasing your 

VP-72

 Multiformat 1:2 Distribution 

Amplifier

, which

 

is ideal for: 

Presentation applications that require a preview option 
Stage, PA and educational applications 
Video/graphics studios that need Multiformat signal distribution 

The package includes the following items: 

VP-72

 Multiformat 1:2 Distribution Amplifier

 

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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3  Overview 

The Kramer 

VP-72

 Multiformat 1:2 Distribution Amplifier

 is designed as a 

companion unit to the ProScale™ series of Digital Scaler/Switchers. When 

placed between two ProScale™ Digital Scaler/Switchers, the 

VP-72

 

allows 

one ProScale™ to be used as a preview device and the other as the program 

                                                       

 

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 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from the Internet 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 VP-72

Page 1: ...Kramer Electronics Ltd USER MANUAL Models VP 72 Multiformat 1 2 Distribution Amplifier...

Page 2: ...gures Figure 1 Front Panel VP 72 Multiformat 1 2 Distribution Amplifier 2 Figure 2 Enlarged Rear Panel VP 72 Multiformat 1 2 Distribution Amplifier 3 Figure 3 Underside VP 72 Multiformat 1 2 Distribut...

Page 3: ...mmend 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 re...

Page 4: ...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 Avoidi...

Page 5: ...ormat 1 2 Distribution Amplifier 3 4 2 VP 72 Multiformat 1 2 Distribution Amplifier Rear Panel Figure 2 and Table 2 define the VP 72 rear panel Figure 2 Enlarged Rear Panel VP 72 Multiformat 1 2 Distr...

Page 6: ...T BNC Connector Connects to the component 1 video acceptor YUV2 16 A2 OUT 4p Connector Connects to the s Video acceptor A2 17 A1 OUT 4p Connector Connects to the s Video acceptor A1 18 A INPUTS 4p Con...

Page 7: ...ts for channels Y U and V 5 Level Trimmer Adjusts 1 the signal level for the component video outputs for channels Y U and V 6 C Level Trimmer Adjusts 1 the chrominance output signal level for each s V...

Page 8: ...nt video Y PB CB and PR CR COMPONENT INPUT connectors of the second VP 724xl unit Connect the component video Y2 U2 and V2 OUT BNC connectors to the component video Y PB CB and PR CR COMPONENT INPUT c...

Page 9: ...Connecting the VP 72 Multiformat 1 2 Distribution Amplifier 7 Figure 4 Connecting the VP 72 Multiformat 1 2 Distribution Amplifier...

Page 10: ...er channel 4 total s Video 1Vpp Y 0 3Vpp C 75 on 4p connectors 2 per channel 4 total analog red green blue signals 0 7Vpp 75 H V sync TTL level on HD15F connectors MAX OUTPUT LEVEL 1 8Vpp 2 3Vpp 2 5Vp...

Page 11: ...iginal 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 company address a...

Page 12: ...ail info kramerel com P N 2900 000072 REV 2 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...

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