1 introduction, 2 getting started – Kramer Electronics VS-162AVRCA User Manual
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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:
VS-162AV 16x16 Audio-Video
Matrix Switcher, and/or
VS-162AVRCA 16x16 Audio-Video Matrix
Switcher, which are ideal for the following typical applications:
Any professional system requiring outstanding value in a 16x16 matrix
Production and duplication facilities
Rental/staging applications
Security, CCTV, and home theater systems
The package includes the following items:
VS-162AV 16x16 Audio-Video Matrix Switcher or VS-162AVRCA
16x16 Audio-Video Matrix
Power cord
Windows®-based control software
Null-modem adapter
This user manual
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Kramer
RC-IR1 Infra-Red Remote Control Transmitter
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(including the
required battery and a separate 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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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 the Internet at: http://www.kramerelectronics.com
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Previously known as the IR-1 / IR-1-01
4 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com