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Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Composite to Y/C Decoder/Switcher
Model: 401Dxl
IMPORTANT: Before proceeding, please read paragraph entitled
"Unpacking and Contents"
KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD. PN: 2900-009004
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Table Of Contents Section Name Page 1 INTRODUCTION 3 1.1 A Word on Format Interfaces 3 1.2 Factors Affecting Quality of Results 4 2 SPECIFICATIONS 4 3 HOW DO I GET STARTED? 5 4 UNPACKING AND CONTENTS 5 4.1 Optional Accessories 5 5 COMPOSITE TO Y/C DECODER / SWITCHER 6 5.1 Getting to Know your 401Dxl 6 6 INSTALLATION 7 6.1 Rack Munting 7 7. CONNECTING TO VIDEO DEVICES 7 8. USING THE MACHINE 7 8.1 Turning On the Machine 7 8.2 Composite
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1 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of this Kramer Electronics format interface. Since 1981, Kramer has been dedicated to the development and manufacture of high quality video/audio equipment. The Kramer line has become an integral part of many of the best production and presentation facilities around the world. In recent years, Kramer has redesigned and upgraded most of the line, making the best even better. Kramer’s line of professional video/audio electronics is one of
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1.2 Factors Affecting Quality of Results There are many factors affecting the quality of results when signals are transmitted from a source to an acceptor as described in Table 1: Table 1: Factors Affecting Quality of Results FACTOR EFFECT Low quality cables are susceptible to interference; they degrade signal Connection cables quality due to poor matching and cause elevated noise levels. They should therefore be of the best quality. So often ignored, they should be of highest qua
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3 HOW DO I GET STARTED? The fastest way to get started is to take your time and do everything right the first time. Taking 15 minutes to read the manual may save you a few hours later. You don’t even have to read the whole manual. If a section doesn’t apply to you, you don’t have to spend your time reading it. 4 UNPACKING AND CONTENTS The items contained in your Kramer format interface package are listed below. Please save the original box and packaging materials for possible future
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5 COMPOSITE TO Y/C DECODER / SWITCHER This section describes all the controls and connections of your composite to Y/C decoder/switcher. Understanding the controls and connections helps you realize the full power of your machine. 5.1 Getting to Know Your 401Dxl The Kramer 401Dxl is a high quality decoder/switcher designed to convert composite video into s-Video (Y/C) and switch between the converted Composite input and an additional Y/C input to one output. It is an excellent comp
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6 INSTALLATION 6.1 Rack Mounting The Kramer 401Dxl may be rack mounted in a standard 19” (1U) EIA rack assembly, using a special TOOLS Adapter (1U or 3U) and two mounting brackets (see section 4.1). They can be also table mounted using the mounting brackets provided. These devices do not require any specific spacing above or below the unit for ventilation. To mount any of the machines, follow the installation instructions enclosed with the machine. 7 CONNECTING TO VIDEO DEVICES Vi
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Figure 2: Interfacing and Switching Between Two Video Formats 10 TAKING CARE OF YOUR MACHINE Do not locate your machine in an environment where it is susceptible to dust or moisture. Both of these may damage the electronics, and cause erratic operation or failure. Do not locate your machine where temperature and humidity may be excessive. Doing so may also damage the electronics, and cause erratic operation or failure of your machine. Do not clean your machine with abrasives
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11 TROUBLESHOOTING NOTES Please note that if the output signal is disturbed or interrupted by very strong external electromagnetic interference, it should return and stabilize when such interference ends. If not, turn the power switch off and on again to reset the machine. If the following recommended actions do not result in satisfactory operation, please consult your KRAMER Dealer. 11.1 Power and Indicators Problem Remedy No Power 1. Confirm that power connections are secure
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LIMITED WARRANTY Kramer Electronics (hereafter Kramer) warrants this product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms. HOW LONG IS THE WARRANTY Labor and parts are warranted for three years from the date of the first customer purchase. WHO IS PROTECTED Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty. WHAT IS COVERED AND WHAT IS NOT COVERED Except as below, this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product. The foll
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LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES All implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited in duration to the length of this warranty. EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES Kramer’s liability for any defective products is limited to the repair or replacement of the product at our option. Kramer shall not be liable for: 1) Damage to other property caused by defects in this product, damages based upon inconvenience, loss of use of the product, lo
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The list of Kramer distributors appears on our web site: www.kramerelectronics.com From the web site it is also possible to e-mail factory headquarters. We welcome your questions, comments and feedback. Kramer Electronics Ltd. 3 Am VeOlamo Street. Jerusalem 95463, Israel Tel: (972-2)-654-4000. Fax: (972-2)-653-5369 e-mail: kramerel@netvision.net.il
