Kramer : VS-3232A
Description
The VS3232A is a high-performance matrix switcher for balanced stereo audio signals. The VS 3232A can route any or all inputs to any or all outputs simultaneously.
Features
VS-3232A features include:
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Standalone or VS-3232V(xl) Companion Switcher.
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Audio-Follow-Video - When connected to the VS−3232V(xl).
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Zero Cross Detection and Soft Mute.
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Digital Input Sampling and Routing - Ensures zero crosstalk and high−quality audio.
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Communication Protocols - Kramer 2000 and Sierra ASCII.
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Memory Locations - Stores multiple switches as presets to be recalled and executed when needed. Front Panel Lockout.
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Take Button - Executes multiple switches all at once.
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Level Adjustment - Input level: +/− 20dB for each input; output volume: 0 to −100dB for each output.
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S/N Ratio - >100dB at +20dBu/1kHz.
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Linearity - Better than 0.1dB from −25dBu to +20dBu.
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THD & Noise - <0.03%.
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Frequency Response - Flat between 20Hz to 20kHz.
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Flexible Control Options - Front panel, RS−232 (K− Router™ Windows®−based software is included), RS−485, Ethernet and IR remote (included).
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Worldwide Power Supply - 100−240V AC.
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Standard 19” Rack Mount Size - 2U. Rack “ears” included.
Specifications
| → Inputs | 32 balanced stereo inputs on 5-pin detachable terminal block connectors |
| → Outputs | 32 balanced stereo outputs on 5-pin detachable terminal block connectors |
| → Input Impedance | >10kΩ (AC coupled) |
| → Input Level | Nominal: 0.0dBu (775mV) |
| → Max.Input Level | 21dBu @<0.05% THD N at unity gain |
| → Output Impedance | 50Ω unbalanced, 100Ω balanced |
| → Total Input-Output Gain Error | 0.5dB channel to channel |
| → Max. Level | 600Ω load: >20dBu @0.02% THD N at unity gain |
| → Hi-Z Load | 21dBu @0.05% THD N at unity gain |
| → Input Level Adjustment | -20dB to 20dB (default 0dB) |
| → Output Level Adjustment | 0 to -100dBu at the following steps: 0.5dB steps from 0dBu to -40dBu; 1.0dB steps from -40dBu to -70dBu; 2.0dB steps from -70dB to -100dBu |
| → Frequency Response | 20Hz to 20kHz (±0.1dB) |
| → THD Noise | <0.03% @1kHz at nominal level "A" weighting |
| → S/N Ratio | >90dB at maximum output (21dBu), "A" weighting |
| → Crosstalk | <80dB @1kHz, fully loaded |
| → Stereo Channel Separation | 80dB @1kHz |
| → Controls | 18 selector switches, RS-232, RS-485, remote IR, Ethernet |
| → Indicators | Multi-character display on the front panel |
| → Power Source | 100-240V AC 50/60Hz, 70VA max |
| → Dimensions | 19" x 7" x 2U W, D, H, rack-mountable |
| → Weight | 3.5kg (7.8lbs) approx |
| → Accessories | Power cord, null-modem adapter, Windows® based Kramer control software, Windows® based Ethernet Configuration Manager and Virtual Serial Port Manager, infrared remote control transmitter, rack "ears" |
| → Options | External remote IR receiver cable; 15m extension cable |
| → Level Adjustment | Input level: /- 20dB for each input; output volume: 0 to -100dB for each output |
| → Linearity | Better than 0.1dB from -25dBu to 20dBu |
| → Frequency Response | Flat between 20Hz to 20kHz |
| → Configuration | Standalone or VS-3232V(xl) Companion Switcher |
| → Audio-Follow-Video | When connected to the VS-3232V(xl) |
| → Zero Cross Detection and Soft Mute | Yes |
| → Digital Input Sampling and Routing | Ensures zero crosstalk and high-quality audio |
| → Flexible Control Options | Front panel, RS-232 (K- Router Windows®-based software is included), RS-485, Ethernet and IR remote (included) |
| → Communication Protocols | Kramer 2000 and Sierra ASCII |
| → Memory Locations | Stores multiple switches as presets to be recalled and executed when needed. Front Panel Lockout |
| → Take Button | Executes multiple switches all at once |
| → Size | Standard 19" Rack Mount Size - 2U |
Resources & Documents
| vs-3232a.pdf | Datasheet |

