October 2009 PG-VGA Pattern Generator—VGA Tests TVs, VGA monitors, and other image BLACK BOX transmission devices for proper operation. ® Provides 38 timings and 34 patterns. Operates continuously for 6–8 hours when battery is fully charged. Customer Support Information Order toll-free in the U.S.: Call 877-877-BBOX (outside U.S.
FCC and NOM Statements FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION AND INDUSTRY CANADA RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy, and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio communication.
Pattern Generator—VGA 2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para referencia futura. 3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones de operación deben ser respetadas. 4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas. 5. El aparato eléctrico no deberá ser usado cerca del agua—por ejemplo, cerca de la tina de baño, lavabo, sótano mojado o cerca de una alberca, etc. 6.
NOM Statement 14. El equipo eléctrico debe ser limpiado únicamente de acuerdo a las recomendaciones del fabricante. 15. En caso de existir, una antena externa deberá ser localizada lejos de las lineas de energia. 16. E l cable de corriente deberá ser desconectado del cuando el equipo no sea usado por un largo periodo de tiempo. 17. C uidado debe ser tomado de tal manera que objectos liquidos no sean derramados sobre la cubierta u orificios de ventilación. 18.
Pattern Generator—VGA Trademarks Used in this Manual Black Box and the Double Diamond logo are registered trademarks of BB Technologies, Inc. Any other trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowledged to be the property of the trademark owners. Table of Contents 1. Specifications................................................................................................... 5 1.1 General................................................................................................... 5 1.
Chapter 1: Specifications 1. Specifications 1.1 General Cable Distance (Maximum): 16 ft. (5 m) Display: LCD module: 16x2 characters Housing: Plastic Pixel Frequency (Maximum): 162 MHz Resolution (Maximum): 1600 x 1200 @ 60 Hz User Controls: (7) Select switches Video Connectors: Video output: (1) HD15 female Power: Adapter: 12 VDC, 1.25 amps Size: 1.4"H x 3.8"W x 7.5"D (3.5 x 9.5 x 19 cm) Weight: 0.85 lb. (0.39 kg) 1.
Pattern Generator—VGA 2. Overview 2.1 Introduction The Portable VGA Pattern Generator (PG-VGA) tests TVs, VGA monitors, and other image transmission devices for proper operation. It provides 38 timings and 34 patterns, and operates continuously for 6–8 hours after the battery is fully charged. Or, you can operate it by connecting an external AC adapter. 2.2 What’s Included Your package should include the following items.
Chapter 2: Overview 2.4 Features • Operates at 162-MHz pixel frequency • Supports 38 local timings (up to UXGA) • Easy-to-use interface • Portable • Rechargeable battery provides up to 8 hours of use • Auto power off in battery mode • Provides 34 patterns, including color bar, gray, grid, and block • Easy to control via 16 x 2 character LCD display 2.5 Typical Application Figure 2-2 shows a typical installation. VGA cable or Twisted pair Figure 2-2. Typical PG-VGA application. 724-746-5500 | blackbox.
Pattern Generator—VGA 3. Installation 3.1 Read These Notes First NOTES: 1. Before using the Pattern Generator—VGA (PG-VGA) for the first time, charge it for more than 16 continuous hours. 2. If there is no image while using the PG-VGA, make sure that: a. T he battery is charged. If the battery is dead or faulty, the PG-VGA will not switch on. b. The resolution is bright enough. If the PG-VGA switches on but there is no image, lower the resolution or change the resolution and vertical frequency.
Chapter 4: Operation 4. Operation 4.1 Starting Status (Power Switch On Mode) P01 640x480 @60 H/V MENU Figure 4-1. Starting status screen. 1. To start the pattern generator, press the power on/off key for 2-3 seconds. It will sound a long beep. The part number and the firmware version will display. 2. Press a function key (found below the LCD display). The PG-VGA will sound a short beep confirming your selection. 3.
Pattern Generator—VGA After you press the MENU key, a screen showing the current pattern, resolution, and refresh rate appears (see Figure 4-3). P01 640x480 @60 Tim Ptn Sync Hky Figure 4-3. Pattern, resolution, and refresh rate screen. Press the function key below “Tim” (see Figure 4-3) to make changes to the resolution and refresh rate. Using the t and u function keys, select the resolution or refresh rate. See Figure 4-4. p increasing q decreasing Enter Press the key to return to the previous screen.
Chapter 4: Operation P01 FLAT Figure 4-5. Pattern selector. Using the p and qkeys, select the blinking frequency. See Figure 4-6. p increasing q decreasing Enter P02 Blinking set Figure 4-6. Blinking frequency. Set: Setting black and white blinking frequency (frames/number) Using the p,q, t, and u keys, set the black and white blinking. See Figure 4-7. p increasing q decreasing t or u choosing black or white Enter 724-746-5500 | blackbox.
Pattern Generator—VGA BLK:001 WHT:001 Figure 4-7. Black and white. NOTE: The option you choose will blink. BLK: Black WHT: White 4.2.3 P02 Blinking Setup Press the function key below “set” to make changes to the “black and white blinking frequency (frame/number).” Using the p and q function keys, select the blinking frequency. See Figure 4-8. p increasing q decreasing Enter P02 Blinking set Figure 4-8. P02 blinking screen.
Chapter 4: Operation BLK:001 WHT:001 Figure 4-9. Choose black or white option. NOTE: The option you choose will blink. BLK: Black WHT: White 4.2.4 Sync Selector Press the function key below “Sync” (see Figure 4-3) to make changes to the sync setting. Select the sync setting: INFO or MODE using the t and u function keys. See Figure 4-10. Sync: INFO MODE Figure 4-10. Sync screeen. INFO: Current output timing information. See Figure 4-11. Info: Ver Hor Figure 4-11. Info screen.
Pattern Generator—VGA While you’re in the Info screen, use the p and q function keys to select the vertical frequency. See Figure 4-12. p increasing q decreasing Enter Vertical Freq: 60.317 Hz Figure 4-12. Vertical frequency screen. Hor: Horizontal frequency option While you’re in the Info screen, use the p and q function keys to select the horizontal frequency. See Figure 4-13. p increasing q decreasing Hor Freq: 37.879 Hz Figure 4-13. Horizontal frequency screen.
Chapter 4: Operation Sync_MODE H/V SOG Figure 4-14. Sync mode screen. key to return to the NOTE: The option you choose will blink. Next, press the upper-level screen. The lower corner of the LCD will display H/V or SOG. Example: P01 640x480 @60 SOG MENU Figure 4-15. Menu screen. 4.2.5 Hotkey selector O O O X O R G B Rev Out Figure 4-16. Hotkey selector.
Pattern Generator—VGA 4.3 VGA Output Signals Table 4-1. VGA output signal specifications. No. Resolution Refresh Rate Pixel Freq. (Hz) (MHz) Sync Polarity Hor. Ver. 1 640x350 85 31.5 P N 2 640x400 85 31.5 N P 3 640x480 60 25.175 N N 4 640x480 72 31.5 N N 5 640x480 75 31.5 N N 6 640x480 85 36 N N 7 720x400 85 35.5 N P 8 800x600 56 36 P P 9 800x600 60 40 P P 10 800x600 72 50 P P 11 800x600 75 49.5 P P 12 800x600 85 56.
Chapter 4: Operation Table 4-1 (continued). VGA output signal specifications. No. Resolution Refresh Rate Pixel Freq. (Hz) (MHz) Sync Polarity Hor. Ver. 23 1280x960 60 108 P P 24 1280x960 85 148.5 P P 25 1280x1024 60 108 P P 26 1280x1024 75 135 P P 27 1280x1024 85 157.5 P P 28 1360x768 60 85.5 P P 29 1400x1050 60 RB 101 P N 30 1400x1050 60 121.
Pattern Generator—VGA 4.4 Pattern Chart Figure 4-15. Pattern Chart. Page 18 724-746-5500 | blackbox.
Appendix: Troubleshooting Appendix. Troubleshooting A.1 Calling Black Box If you determine that your Pattern Generator is malfunctioning, do not attempt to alter or repair the unit. It contains no user-serviceable parts. Contact Black Box Technical Support at 724-746-5500. Before you do, make a record of the history of the problem. We will be able to provide more efficient and accurate assistance if you have a complete description, including: • the nature and duration of the problem.
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