Kramer Electronics VP-1201 - Manual (Page 5)

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
350-plus different models now appear in 8 Groups
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, which are clearly defined
by function.
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer
VP-1201 12x1 XGA Switcher /
Scanner , which is ideal for the following typical applications:
Any professional system requiring a 12x1 switcher / scanner
Production studios
Security, CCTV, and home theater systems
The package includes the following items:
VP-1201 12x1 XGA Switcher / Scanner
Power cord and Null-modem adapter
Windows®-based Configuration Manager XPort software and Com Port
Redirector
Windows®-based Kramer control software
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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3 Overview
The high performance VP-1201 12x1 XGA Switcher / Scanner is a true
switcher / scanner, routing up to 12 sources to one output.
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 our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
3 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com