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 XGA
and balanced stereo audio
switcher, which is available in the following models:
VP-81xl
,
VP-161xl
, and
VP-321xl
. The
VP-81xl
is an 8x1
XGA / Audio Switcher
, the
VP-161xl
is a
16x1
XGA / Audio Switcher
, and the
VP-321xl
is a 32x1
XGA / Audio Switcher
.
The
VP-81xl
,
VP-161xl
, and
VP-321xl
are ideal for these typical applications:
Display systems requiring simple input selection (from 8 inputs to up to
218 inputs)
Remote monitoring of computer activity in schools and businesses
Rental/staging applications
Multimedia and presentation source selection
The package includes the following items:
XGA / Audio Switcher (
VP-81xl
,
VP-161xl
or
VP-321xl
)
Null-modem adapter, a power cord and an Infra-red remote control
transmitter (including the required battery and a separate user manual
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)
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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2.1 Quick Start
This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps.
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
