Introduction, Getting started – Kramer Electronics VS-812 User Manual
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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
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VS-812 8x1 Composite / s-Video
/ Audio Switcher. This product is ideal for the following typical applications:
that are clearly defined
by function.
• Video production studios
• Live broadcast, for switching between cameras in real-time
• Presentation, CCTV and home theater systems
The package includes the following items:
• VS-812 8x1 Composite / s-Video / Audio Switcher
• Null-modem adapter and power cord
• Windows®-based Kramer control software and Kramer RC
Configuration software
• This user manual
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
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 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from our Web site
3 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site