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Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Model:
VM-2HDCP
1:2 DVI Distributor
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Contents Contents 1 Introduction 1 2 Getting Started 1 2.1 Quick Start 2 3 Overview 3 3.1 About HDCP 3 3.2 Defining EDID 4 3.3 Recommendations for Best Performance 4 4 Your VM-2HDCP 1:2 DVI Distributor 5 5 Connecting a VM-2HDCP 1:2 DVI Distributor 6 5.1 Acquiring the EDID 7 5.1.1 Acquiring/Changing the EDID 8 5.1.2 Acquiring the Clone EDID 8 6 Technical Specifications 9 Figures Figure 1: VM-2HDCP 1:2 DVI Distributor 5 Figure 2: VM-2HDCP (Top Side Panel) 5 Figure 3: VM-2HDCP (Lo
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Introduction 1 Introduction Welcome to Kramer Electronics! Since 1981, Kramer Electronics has been providing a world of unique, creative, and affordable solutions to the vast range of problems that confront the video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting professional on a daily basis. In recent years, we have redesigned and upgraded most of our line, making the best even better! Our 1 1,000-plus different models now appear in 11 groups that are clearly defined by function. ® Thank you
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Getting Started 2.1 Quick Start This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps. KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY 2
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Overview 3 Overview The Kramer VM-2HDCP is an HDCP (High-Bandwidth Digital Content 1 Protection) compatible 1:2 distribution amplifier for DVI-D (Digital) signals. Since high-resolution DVI signals are very sensitive to cable quality and to PCB layout, the VM-2HDCP uses a uniquely designed PCB which includes all buffering, conditioning and amplifying circuitry to provide two high-level output signals. In particular, the VM-2HDCP: • Distributes signals having resolutions up to UXGA, incl
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Overview 3.2 Defining EDID 1 The Extended Display Identification Data (EDID ) is a data-structure, provided by a display, to describe its capabilities to the source. The EDID enables the VM-2HDCP to “know” what kind of monitor is connected to the output. The EDID includes the manufacturer’s name, the product type, the timing data supported by the display, the display size, luminance data and (for digital displays only) the pixel mapping data. 3.3 Recommendations for Best Performance Ach
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Your VM-2HDCP 1:2 DVI Distributor 4 Your VM-2HDCP 1:2 DVI Distributor Figure 1, Figure 2, Figure 3 and Table 1 define the VM-2HDCP: Figure 1: VM-2HDCP 1:2 DVI Distributor Figure 2: VM-2HDCP (Top Side Panel) Figure 3: VM-2HDCP (Lower Side Panel) 5 5
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Connecting a VM-2HDCP 1:2 DVI Distributor Table 1: VM-2HDCP 1:2 DVI Distributor Features # Feature Function 1 12V DC +12V DC connector for powering the unit 2 OUTPUT1 DVI Connector Connect to the DVI acceptor 1 3 OUTPUT2 DVI Connector Connect to the DVI acceptor 2 4 INPUT DVI Connector Connects to the DVI source 5 INPUT LED Lights when the input is active; blinks when the input is not valid 6 OUT 1 LED LED lights when OUTPUT 1 is connected and active; LED blinks when selecting the EDID
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Connecting a VM-2HDCP 1:2 DVI Distributor Figure 4: Connecting a VM-2HDCP 1:2 DVI Distributor 5.1 Acquiring the EDID 1 Initially, the VM-2HDCP operates with the factory default EDID . This lets you connect the power before connecting either of the acceptors or the source. You can acquire: • The Default EDID (both output LEDs blink) • The EDID from One Output (the relevant output illuminates) You can also acquire the Clone EDID which copies the EDID data from the acceptor bit-by-bit.
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Connecting a VM-2HDCP 1:2 DVI Distributor 5.1.1 Acquiring/Changing the EDID You can work with the default EDID or acquire or change an EDID via one of the connected outputs. Use the EDID Setup button to acquire the output EDID information. To acquire or change the EDID of a new output display: 1. Connect the power supply. The ON LED lights. 2. Connect the new output display device. 3. Press and hold the EDID button for more than three seconds and release. The INPUT LED blinks and the O
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Technical Specifications 6 Technical Specifications Table 2 includes the technical specifications: 1 Table 2: Technical Specifications of the VM-2HDCP 1:2 DVI Distributor INPUT: 1 DVI, 1.2Vpp on a DVI Molex 24pin female connector; DDC signal 5Vpp (TTL) OUTPUTS: 2 DVI, 1.2Vpp on DVI Molex 24pin female connectors; DDC signal 5Vpp (TTL) BANDWIDTH: 1.65Gbps CONTROLS: EDID button for selecting and storing EDID information POWER SOURCE: 12V DC, 180mA DIMENSIONS: 12.1cm x 7.18cm x 2.42cm (4.76
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LIMITED WARRANTY Kramer Electronics (hereafter Kramer) warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms. H OW LO NG IS THE WA RRA NTY Labor and parts are warranted for seven years from the date of the first customer purchase. WH O IS P RO TECTED? Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty. WHAT IS COVERED AND WHAT IS NOT COVERED Except as below, this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product. The follow
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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 may be found. We welcome your questions, comments and feedback. Safety Warning: Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening/servicing. Caution Kramer Electronics, Ltd. Web site: www.kramerelectronics.com E-mail: info@kramerel.com P/N: 2900-000268 REV 3
