Kramer Electronics user manual Overview, Defining the VP-1608 16x8 RGBHV/Balanced Audio Matrix

3 Overview

The VP-160816x8 RGBHV/Balanced Audio Matrix is a true matrix switcher, routing any input to any or all outputs. The VP-1608includes 16 input and 8 output selector buttons.

The unit features:

•A bandwidth of 400MHz (fully loaded) for RGB signals

•A unique vertical and horizontal sync-pulse solution

•Audio-follow-video or audio breakaway option (to switch audio independently from video)

•15 preset memory locations for quick access to common configurations

•A “TAKE” button for precise switch control, letting you place multiple switches in a queue, and then activate them, with one touch of this button or a single serial command

•A delayed switching mode (ranging from 0 to 3.5sec in increments of 0.5sec), for clean transitions when switching between non-genlocked sources

Control the VP-1608using the front panel buttons, or remotely via:

•RS-485 or RS-232 serial commands—that also support audio gain adjustments for each input and output—transmitted by a touch screen system, PC, or other serial controller

•The Kramer RC-IR3Infrared Remote Control Transmitter

The VP-1608is dependable, rugged and fits into three vertical spaces (3U) of a standard 19" rack.

3.1Defining the VP-1608 16x8 RGBHV/Balanced Audio Matrix

Figure 1 and Figure 2 define the front and rear panels of the VP-1608. Figure 3 defines the switches on the underside.

VP-1608 - Overview 3