Kramer Electronics VS-81AV - Manual (Page 3)

Introduction
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1 Introduction
Welcome to Kramer Electronics! Since 1981, Kramer Electronics has been
providing a world of unique, creative, and affordable solutions to the vast
range of problems that confront the video, audio, presentation, and
broadcasting professional on a daily basis. In recent years, we have
redesigned and upgraded most of our line, making the best even better! Our
1,000-plus different models now appear in 11 groups
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Thank you for purchasing your Kramer mechanical switcher, which is ideal
for a system in which a passive, hard-wired signal path is preferred.
that are clearly
defined by function.
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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Each package includes the following items:
• The one or more Kramer mechanical switchers
• This user manual
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To achieve the best performance:
• Use only good quality connection cables to avoid 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
switcher away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust
1 GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Matrix Switchers; GROUP 3: Control Systems;
GROUP 4: Format/Standards Converters; GROUP 5: Range Extenders and Repeaters; GROUP 6: Specialty AV Products;
GROUP 7: Scan Converters and Scalers; GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors; GROUP 9: Room Connectivity;
GROUP 10: Accessories and Rack Adapters; GROUP 11: Sierra Products
2 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
3 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com