
Introduction
1
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
1
, which are clearly defined
by function. Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer
VP-128H
Matrix
Switcher
and/or
RC-1616
Remote Control
. The
VP-128H
Matrix Switcher
is
ideal for the following typical applications:
Switching between up to 12 VGA computer inputs and up to eight VGA
display outputs, in which the use of native HD15 connectors for the inputs and
outputs eliminates the need for awkward HD15-to-BNC breakout cables. The
entire
VP-128H
is only 1RU high compared to 3RU that would be required if
the unit were built with BNC connectors on its rear panel
Any professional system requiring outstanding value in a 12x8 matrix
The
RC-1616
Remote Control
is ideal for sophisticated control from various
locations via the Ethernet. You can connect up to 512
RC-1616
Remote
Control
panels to one router: 256 XY panels and 256 single bus panels.
The package includes the following items:
VP-128H
Matrix Switcher
with a power cord and a Null-modem adapter;
and/or
RC-1616
Remote Control
with a power adapter
Windows®-based Kramer control software and this user manual
2
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
3
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 this URL: http://www.kramerelectronics.com
3 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com