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VM-4HDxl - Overview

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Overview

The Kramer VM-4HDxl is a high performance 1:4 distributor for SD/HD/3G HD-

SDI video signals. It accepts one input, equalizes and reclocks it, and distributes

the signal to four identical outputs using BNC connectors.

The VM-4HDxl:

Operates at 3Gbps, for use at standard definition, high definition and the

new 3G high definition serial digital video signals (3G HD-SDI)

Passes ancillary digital information, such as embedded audio, Teletext, and

time code) during the blanking period

Complies with SMPTE 292M, 259M and 424M and supports data rates of

270Mbps, 1483.5Mbps, 1485Mbps and 2970Mbps

Provides automatic, multi-rate equalization and reclocking for losses typical

with long runs of 75

co-axial cable up to 300m

300m for SD signals; 200m for 1.5GHz HD signals; 100m for 3GHz HD

signals

Features LEDs to indicate the SDI resolution (SD or HD)

The VM-4HDxl is housed in a Kramer DigiTOOLS® enclosure and is 5V DC fed.