Russound VM1 Video Matrix

The Russound VM1 Video Matrix distributes High Definition (HD) component video in resolutions up to and including 1080p from four or eight sources to four or up to eight rooms. Ideally it should be used in combination with the Russound CAA66 multiroom audio system to distribute the component video associated with the AV sources such as SkyHD, Freesat, a Blu-ray player, DVD or Media Centre PC.

How it works

The Russound VM1 routes video signals to VMR1 receivers in as many as eight zones, each using a single CAT-5e cable. Active video circuitry prevents signal loss and interference in cable lengths up to 90 metres.

The VMR1 receiver is a US style single gang wall mounted device that is located in each room where component video distribution is required. It receives video signals from the VM1 Video Matrix through the single CAT-5e cable and provides RCA jacks for connection to the display with a component video cable.

NB. You will require a US style single gang back box for mounting each of these wall plates. For plaster board we suggest a plastic back box. For solid block walls we suggest a metal box which we supply as a flat pack.

The Russound VM1 works seamlessly with Russound CAA66 , Russound C5 or other Russound RNet systems such as the CAV66, by linking into the Russound keypads such that selection of a video source causes the video to automatically be output onto the TV or screen in that room. The VM1 also works with other distributed audio systems using RS-232 serial control.

Non-HD non-component video sources

The VM1 is available with optional upconverters for converting composite and S-video signals to component video. Four-source, four-zone models offer upconversion for two sources (model code: VM1-4UC), while eight-source, eight-zone models offer upconversion for two sources (model code: VM1-8UC) or for four sources(model code: VM1-8UC2).

HDMI sources

If you have a SkyHD box or other source that does NOT have HDMI simply purchase a low cost JST HDMI to component converter for each non HDMI input. Note that the JST converter will allow a Blu-ray player outputting 1080p on HDMI to convert this to 1080p component. Using the component output directly on your Blu-ray player into the VM1 would limit the quality to 576p.

Ex-demo unit

We have an ex-demonstration Russound VM1 4x4 model for clearance. We will include two of the JST HDMI to component converters within the offer price, to allow you to connect your SkyHD and Blu-ray player.

Russound VM1 Video Matrix specification:

• Component video connectors: 3 RCA per input
• Zone output connectors: 8-pole modular RJ-45
• System cable: CAT-5e
• Maximum cable length: 90 m (300 feet)
• Video resolution: Up to 1080p
• System bandwidth: 40 MHz
• Communication ports: RJ45 RNET Link, 9 pin serial RS-232, USB 1.1
• Power requirement: 24 VDC 2.5A (adapter included)
• Weight:5.28kg (controller only)
• Dimensions: 430 x 334 x 87 (W x D x H)

VM1 4
• Component video inputs: 4
• Zone outputs: 4

VM1 4UC
• Component video inputs: 4
• S-video inputs: 2 mini-DIN (sources 1 and 4)
• Composite video inputs: 2 RCA (sources 1 and 4)
• Zone outputs: 4

VM1 8
• Component video inputs: 8
• Zone outputs: 8

VM1 8UC
• Component video inputs: 8
• S-video inputs: 2 mini-DIN (sources 1 and 4)
• Composite video inputs: 2 RCA (sources 1 and 4)
• Zone outputs: 8

VM1 8UC2
• Component video inputs: 8
• S-video inputs: 4 mini-DIN (sources 1, 4, 5, 8)
• Composite video inputs: 4 RCA (sources 1, 4, 5, 8)
• Zone outputs: 8

For a brochure on the Russound VM1 click here. (PDF file 1046KB)

For the installation manual of VM1 system click here (PDF file 1.5MB)