Kramer Electronics VS-21B - Manual (Page 3)

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
500-plus different models now appear in 8 Groups
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, which are clearly defined
by function. Congratulations on purchasing your VS-21B 2x1 Audio / Video /
Component Switcher. The Kramer VS-21B is ideal for:
Home cinema switching
Ultra high bandwidth signal switching
The package includes the following items:
VS-21B 2x1 Audio / Video / Component Switcher
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 resolution VS-21B 2x1 Audio / Video / Component Switcher is a
desktop-sized, HDTV compatible, mechanical switcher. It can, for example,
be used as a 2x1 composite video and unbalanced stereo audio switcher, or as
a 2x1 component video switcher. In particular, the VS-21B:
Uses an “RF” PCB design with 3 ultra high bandwidth channels,
providing bandwidth of 700MHz, and is therefore suitable for use with
almost any common signal
Provides a simple solution for many switching needs and as the design is
passive, it does not need power, thus increasing its versatility
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