KRAMER VP-41 4×1 VGA XGA Switcher User Manual

KRAMER VP-41 4×1 VGA XGA Switcher

Product Information

Specifications

• Model: VP-41
• Type: 4×1 VGA / XGA Switcher
• Bandwidth: 750MHz
• Inputs: 4x 15-pin HD female connectors
• Output: 1x 15-pin HD female connector
• Enclosure: Desktop
• Rack-mountable: Yes, with an optional RK-81X 19 rack kit

Overview

The Kramer VP-41 4×1 VGA / XGA Switcher is a high-performance mechanical switcher designed to route one of up to four VGA/XGA inputs to one output. It offers a bandwidth of 750MHz, ensuring transparent performance even at the highest resolution UXGA modes (1600 x 1200).
The switcher features high-quality switching components that provide excellent isolation between inputs. Its unpowered passive design eliminates the need for various regulatory compliances. The passive hardwire signal path offers very high bandwidth and can also switch to other signal formats.

Your VP-41 4×1 VGA / XGA Switcher

The VP-41 4×1 VGA / XGA Switcher includes the following features:

• Bandwidth of 750MHz
• High-quality switching components for excellent isolation between inputs
• Desktop enclosure
• Rack-mountable with optional RK-81X 19 rack kit

Connecting the VP-41 4×1 VGA / XGA Switcher
To connect the VP-41 4×1 VGA / XGA Switcher, follow these steps:

1. Connect the HD15F IN connectors of your input sources (1 to 4) to the corresponding input ports on the switcher.
2. Connect the HD15F OUTPUT connector of the switcher to the input acceptor.

Refer to Figure 2 for a visual representation of the connections.

Technical Specifications

FAQ

• Q: What is the bandwidth of the VP-41 4×1 VGA / XGA Switcher?
  A: The switcher has a bandwidth of 750MHz.

• Q: Can the VP-41 4×1 VGA / XGA Switcher be rack-mounted?
  A: Yes, the switcher can be rack-mounted using the optional RK-81X 19 rack kit.

• Q: What type of connectors does the switcher have?
  A: The switcher has 15-pin HD female connectors for both the  inputs and output.

• Q: Can the switcher handle high-resolution modes?
  A: Yes, the switcher ensures transparent performance even at the highest resolution UXGA modes (1600 x 1200).

Model : VP-41
4×1 VGA / XGA Switcher

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 Groups1, which are clearly defined by function.
Congratulations on purchasing your VP-41 4×1 VGA / XGA Switcher, which is ideal for:

• Any professional display system requiring a simple four way input selector
• Multimedia and presentation source selection
• Remote monitoring of computer activity in schools and businesses

The package includes the following items:

• VP-41 4×1 VGA / XGA Switcher
• This user manual2

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

Overview

The Kramer VP-41 4×1 VGA / XGA Switcher is a high performance mechanical 4×1 switcher for VGA/XGA signals. It is designed to route one of up to four inputs to one output using 15-pin HD female connectors. Its unpowered passive design is an advantage in applications where various regulatory compliances would otherwise be required. The passive “hardwire” signal path offers very high bandwidth and can also switch other signal formats.

The VP-41 4×1 VGA / XGA Switcher:

• Has a bandwidth of 750MHz to ensure transparent performance even at the highest resolution UXGA modes (1600 x 1200)
• Includes high quality switching components that provide excellent isolation between inputs
• Is housed in a desktop enclosure
• Can be rack-mounted using the optional RK-81X 19” rack kit

To achieve the best performance:

• Connect 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)
• Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality and position your Kramer VP-41 away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust

Your VP-41 4×1 VGA / XGA Switcher

Figure 1 and Table 1 define the VP-41 4×1 VGA / XGA Switcher:

Connecting the VP-41 4×1 VGA / XGA Switcher

To connect the VP-41 (as the example in Figure 2 illustrates), do the following:

1. Connect up to four computer graphics sources to the input connectors.
2. Connect the HD15F OUTPUT connector to the XGA acceptor (for example, a projector).
3. Press an INPUT SELECTOR button to select the input to switch to the output.

Technical Specifications

LIMITED WARRANTY

Kramer Electronics (hereafter Kramer) warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms.

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 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 following are not covered by the warranty:

1. Any product which is not distributed by Kramer, or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer. If you are uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized, please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the Web site www.kramerelectronics.com.
2. Any product, on which the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed.
3. Damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from:
4. Accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, fire, water, lightning or other acts of nature
5. Product modification, or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product
6. Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by Kramer
7. Any shipment of the product (claims must be presented to the carrier)
8. Removal or installation of the product
9. Any other cause, which does not relate to a product defect
10. Cartons, equipment enclosures, cables or accessories used in conjunction with the product

WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR AND WHAT WE WILL NOT PAY FOR
We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items. We will not pay for the following:

1. Removal or installation charges.
2. Costs of initial technical adjustments (set-up), including adjustment of user controls or programming. These costs are the responsibility of the Kramer dealer from whom the product was purchased.
3. Shipping charges.

HOW YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE

1. To obtain service on you product, you must take or ship it prepaid to any authorized Kramer service center.
2. Whenever warranty service is required, the original 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, and a description of the problem(s).
3. For the name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center, consult your authorized dealer.

LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES

All implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited in duration to the length of this warranty.

EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES
The liability of Kramer for any effective products is limited to the repair or replacement of the product at our option. Kramer shall not be liable for:

1. Damage to other property caused by defects in this product, damages based upon inconvenience, loss of use of the product, loss of time, commercial loss; or:
2. Any other damages, whether incidental, consequential or otherwise. Some countries may not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from place to place.
NOTE : All products returned to Kramer for service must have prior approval. This may be obtained from your dealer. This equipment has been tested to determine compliance with the requirements of:

• EN-50081: “Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC); generic emission standard.
  • Part 1: Residential, commercial, and light industry”
• EN-50082: “Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) generic immunity standard.
  • Part 1: Residential, commercial, and light industry environment”.
  • CFR-47: FCC Rules and Regulations:
  • Part 15: “Radio frequency devices Subpart B – Unintentional radiators”

CAUTION!

• Servicing the machines can only be done by an authorized Kramer technician. Any user who makes changes or modifications to  the unit without the expressed approval of the manufacturer will void the user authority to operate the equipment.
• Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine.
• Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components.

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.

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
Web site : www.kramerelectronics.com
E-mail: [email protected]
P/N: 2900-002086 REV 2

References

• Kramer | Audio-Visual Solutions and Experiences

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