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Kramer VP-5XL 1:5 Computer Graphics Video Distribution Amplifier

Split one computer graphics signal into five identical outputs with broadcast-grade 375MHz bandwidth and zero signal degradation.

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Overview

The Kramer VP-5XL is a professional-grade 1:5 computer graphics video distribution amplifier engineered to take a single VGA-type input signal and replicate it across five identical outputs without signal loss or quality degradation. With a bandwidth of 375MHz at -3dB, it comfortably handles resolutions from standard VGA through UXGA and is fully HDTV compatible, making it versatile enough for conference rooms, lecture halls, digital signage deployments, and broadcast monitoring stations where a single source needs to feed multiple displays simultaneously.

What elevates the VP-5XL above passive splitters is its active amplification with a dedicated EQ (Peaking) control that lets installers compensate for high-frequency signal rolloff caused by long cable runs. This means the fifth display at the end of a 50-foot cable can look just as sharp as the monitor sitting next to the source. The ID Bit Control feature ensures proper communication between the source computer and connected displays, preventing resolution mismatches and handshake issues. Housed in a compact desktop enclosure, the VP-5XL is built for professional reliability in permanent installations, offering a set-and-forget solution for analog video distribution needs.

Key Features

High Bandwidth - 375MHz (-3dB)

HDTV Compatible

EQ (Peaking) Control

ID Bit Control

Desktop Size - Compact size. Two units can be rack mounted side-by-side in a 1U rack space with the optional RK-1 adapter

Specifications

Distribution
1:5 (1 input, 5 outputs)
Bandwidth
375MHz (-3dB)
HDTV Compatible
Yes
EQ Control
Peaking (adjustable)
ID Bit Control
Yes
Form Factor
Compact Desktop
Brand
Kramer
Model
VP-5XL

Frequently Asked Questions

The VP-5XL takes one computer graphics video input and distributes it to five identical outputs simultaneously, making it a 1:5 distribution amplifier.
It supports a wide range of computer graphics resolutions from standard VGA up through UXGA and beyond, and it is also HDTV compatible for high-definition video applications.
The EQ control allows you to compensate for signal loss over longer cable runs by boosting high-frequency detail. This helps maintain sharp, clean image quality on all five outputs, especially when using extended cable lengths.
Yes. As an active distribution amplifier, the VP-5XL requires power to amplify and distribute the video signal. It uses a compact desktop form factor with an external power connection.
ID Bit Control passes display identification data (EDID/DDC) from connected monitors back to the source computer, ensuring proper resolution negotiation and preventing display configuration issues across all five outputs.

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