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    KRAMER ELECTRONICS, LTD. P/N: 2900-002005 KRAMER ELECTRONICS, Ltd. USER MANUAL Vertical Interval Switcher Model: VS-4X4YC IMPORTANT : Before proceeding, please read paragraph entitled "Unpacking and Contents"[...]

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    KRAMER ELECTRONICS, LTD. P/N: 2900-002005 Table Of Contents Section Name Page 1 INTRODUCTI ON 1 1.1 A Word on Video/ Audio Swi tchers 1 1.2 Factors Affecting Quality of Results 1 2 SPECIFICATIONS 2 3 HOW DO I GET STARTED? 2 4 UNPACKIN G AND CONTE NTS 2 4.1 Optional Accessories 3 5 KRAMER VS-4X4 YC MATRIX 4 6 SOLUTIONS PROVIDED WITH THE VS-4X4YC 4 7[...]

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    KRAMER ELECTRONICS, LTD. 1 1. INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of this Kramer switcher. Since 1981 Kramer has been dedicated to the development and manufacture of high quality video/audio equipment. The Kramer industrial line has become an integral part of many of the best video/audio production and presentation facilities around the w[...]

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    KRAMER ELECTRONICS, LTD. 2 2. SPECIFICATIONS VS-4x4YC Function 4x4 Composite Video - Y/C - Audio Stereo Vertical Interval Matrix Inputs 4 video, 1Vpp/75 Ω Composite on BNCs, 4 Y/C - Y=1Vpp/75 Ω , C=0.3Vpp/ 75 Ω 4 stereo audio1Vpp/ 50k Ω  on RCAs. Outputs 4 video, 1Vpp/75 Ω Composite on BNCs, 4 Y/C - Y=1Vpp/75 Ω , C=0.3Vpp/ 75 Ω 4 s[...]

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    KRAMER ELECTRONICS, LTD. 3 4.1 Optional Accessories The following accessories, which are available from Kramer, can enhance im plementation of your switcher. For information regarding cables and additional accessories, contact your Kramer dealer.  BNC "Y" Connector - Used for looping purposes and splits the incoming signal to connect a[...]

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    KRAMER ELECTRONICS, LTD. 4 5. KRAMER VS-4X4YC MATRIX This section shows you all of the controls and connections of your switcher. Understanding all of the controls and connections helps y ou realize its full power. The switcher described in this manual is equipped with an RS-232 connector (for PC control) and the connector wiring is described later[...]

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    KRAMER ELECTRONICS, LTD. 5 The "video sync signals" of input position "1" are used by the VS-4x4YC as the basic reference for the timing of the vertical interval switching.  Back Panel:  Video Inputs A variety of Super-Video / Composite input sources may be used such as videocassette recorders and cameras.  Audio Inputs[...]

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    KRAMER ELECTRONICS, LTD. 6 12. USING the VS-4X4YC 12.1 Turning on the Matrix The matrix should only be turned on after all connections are completed, and all source devices have been turned on. Do not attempt to connect or disconnect any video, audio or control signals to the switcher while it is turned on. Pressing the toggle switch on the far-lef[...]

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    KRAMER ELECTRONICS, LTD. 7 13. RS-232 CONTROL 1. To control the VS-4x4YC using RS-232, connect the "9 pin to 9 pin adapter" (provided with the machine) to the 9 pin serial port of the PC. Use a flat cable to connect from the 9 pin of the VS- 4x4YC to the 9 pin of the adapter. (The adapter is a nu11-modem plug and 9-pin to 9-pin converter [...]

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    KRAMER ELECTRONICS, LTD. 9 14. TAKING CARE OF YOUR MATRIX Do not locate y our matrix in an environment where it is susceptible to dust or moisture. Both of these may damage the electronics, and cause erratic operation or failure. Do not locate your switcher where temperature and humidity may be excessive. Doing so may also damage the electronics, a[...]

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    KRAMER ELECTRONICS, LTD. 10 Problem Remedy Noise bars “roll” up or down in the output image or: Low frequency hum in the output signal Hum bars (ground loop) are caused by a difference in the ground potential of any two or more devices connected to your signal path. This difference is compensated by passing that voltage difference through any a[...]

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    KRAMER ELECTRONICS, LTD. 11 LIMITED WARRANTY Kramer Electronics (hereaft er Kramer) warrants this product free from defects in m aterial and workmanship under the following term s. HOW LONG IS THE WARRANTY Labor and parts are warranted for three years from the date of the first customer purchase. WHO IS PROTECTED Only the first purchase customer ma[...]

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    KRAMER ELECTRONICS, LTD. 12 LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES All implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited in duration to the lengt h of this warranty. EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES Kramer’s liability for any defective products is limited to the repair or replacement of the product at our[...]

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    KRAMER ELECTRONICS, LTD. 3 Am VeOlamo Street. Jerusalem 95463, Israel Tel: (972-2)-654-4000. Fax: (972-2)-653-5369 E-mail: kramerel@netvision.net.il The list of Kramer distributors appears on our web site: www.kramerelectronics.com From the web site it is also possible to e-mail factory headquarters. We welcome your questions, comments and feedback[...]