www.aja.com HDP2 HD-SDI/SDI to DVI-D Video and Audio Converter Published: 12/20/10 Installation and Operation Guide B e c a u s e i t m a t t e r s .
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AJA HDP2 HD-SDI/SDI to DVI-D Video and Audio Converter Introduction The HDP2 is a miniature HD-SDI/SDI to DVI-D converter for digital display devices (graphics and video), such as LED, LCD, DLP and Plasma monitors (and projectors). Using a very high quality scaling engine, the HDP2 will automatically size 4:3 or 16:9 inputs to many DVI-D monitors. For appropriate monitor configurations, scaling is automatically 1 to 1—for example, displaying 1920x1080 video on a WUXGA (1920x1200) monitor.
To ensure the greatest compatibility with today's available digital display devices, the HDP2 will, by default, provide VESA or CEA standard timing. Frame Locking Auto: Use this mode to ensure greatest compatibility with other monitors. The HDP2 will use standardized output timing for most monitors. If the attached monitor (such as an HP DreamColor) is recognized as having enhanced capabilities, then special, frame-locked timing will be used.
AJA HDP2 HD-SDI/SDI to DVI-D Video and Audio Converter VESA and CEA Timing By default, the HDP2 will automatically output standardized VESA rate graphics where appropriate when a computer resolution is detected, and standardized CEA rate video when a video device, such as an HDTV is detected. Not all VESA rates are synchronous to SMPTE standard video input rates. However, the HDP2 can be configured manually by selecting an output frame rate that matches the incoming frame rate.
If the HDP2 scaling is set to “Auto”, the HDP2 will scale the image to best fit the screen while preserving the aspect ratio. In some cases, a letterboxed or pillarboxed image can be expected. Vertical Locking Depending on the input frame rate and the capabilities of the monitor in use, the HDP2 will provide a vertically locked signal to the monitor. Because most DVI monitors have their own internal scaling, the internal scaler of the monitor may or may not lock vertically to the HDP2 output.
AJA HDP2 HD-SDI/SDI to DVI-D Video and Audio Converter I/O Connections LOCK LED Green: Lock to SD Red: Lock to HD SD/HD-SDI Input BNC 2 Channel Unbalanced Analog Audio (RCA Jacks) SD/HD-SDI Output BNC 1 USB Connector Output DVI Connector + 5-18VDC Power Input HDP2 Converter USB Control and Setup—Using AJA Mini Config The HDP2 can usually be used right out of the box for most applications since it is designed to recognize inputs and perform standard actions automatically by default.
Installing Mini Config on a PC To install the application on a Windows PC, simply insert the CD supplied with the Mini-Converter into the computer, locate the “MiniInstaller” application, and then double-click it. A Setup Wizard will guide you through the installation. Just click Next to begin. Answer all questions in the subsequent dialogues; when you’re done, you will be able to locate the Mini Config application in the AJA folder in the Programs listing.
AJA HDP2 HD-SDI/SDI to DVI-D Video and Audio Converter Operating Mini Config When the application is running, you’ll see a simple graphical interface for viewing settings and updating software. This user interface consists of an information area at the top that shows the available Mini-Converters attached to the computer via USB (in this case your HDP2), with a graphical rendering of the selected Mini-Converter showing all the BNCs and connectors and their current state.
This allows you to select a desired Mini-Converter when there are more than one. Selecting a Mini-Converter with this dropdown menu causes this application to connect to the selected converter. The type of Mini-Converter and serial number will be shown in the graphic and text below it. A status field at the bottom of the screen shows whether you are connected and communicating with the Mini-Converter shown using Mini-Config.
AJA HDP2 HD-SDI/SDI to DVI-D Video and Audio Converter Color Space—Selects the Video Format. Choose from Auto, 4:2:2 YCbCr, 4:4:4 RGB or 4:4:4 YCbCr. Choosing “Auto” lets the HDP2 automatically select the format based on the capabilities indicated by the attached monitor. Deep Color—Selects how Deep Color is supported. Choose from Auto, On or Off. Choosing “Auto” lets the HDP2 decide based on input. Choosing On turns on support for Deep Color 30-bit video (24-bit also supported).
HDMI Channel—Choose Auto, 2-channel or 8-channel embedded audio. Choosing “Auto” lets the HDP2 automatically select the audio channels based on the attached device's capabilities. Note: When in 2-channel mode, the audio pair selected will be the same as described by the “Analog Audio” selection, below. Analog Channel—Choose which 2 embedded audio channels are routed to the RCA output pair: Ch 1+2, Ch 3+4, Ch 5+6, or Ch 7+8.
AJA HDP2 HD-SDI/SDI to DVI-D Video and Audio Converter Software Update Procedure 1. Check the AJA website for new Mini-Config software for your Mini-Converter. If new software is found, download it and uncompress the file archive (zip). Here is the URL to use when checking: http://www.aja.com/support/converters/converters-mini-rackmount.php 2. Connect the Mini-Converter to a Mac or PC via a USB port on the computer and run the new Mini-Config software just downloaded. 3. Click on the Update tab screen. 4.
Name—this field allows you to give your Mini-Converter a name. This may be useful if you have several Mini-Converters attached to a Mac/PC via USB so you can distinguish one of them easily (especially if they’re the same model). In the example show previously, the Hi5-3G has been named “HDP2.” Type—this is the factory set model name of the Mini-Converter (HDP2). Assembly —this is the factory assembly number. Serial Number—this is the factory set unique serial number of your HDP2.
AJA HDP2 HD-SDI/SDI to DVI-D Video and Audio Converter Appendix A: Safety & Compliance Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notices Class A Interference Statement 1 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15, Subpart B of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a commercial installation.
Declaration of Conformity Marking by this symbol indicates compliance with the Essential Requirements of the EMC Directive of the European Union 2004/108/EC. This equipment meets the following conformance standards: Safety: CB- IEC 60065:2001 + A1:2005 NRTL - UL 60065:2003 R11.06, CSA C22.2 NO. 60065:2003 + A1:06 GS - EN 60065:2002 + A1 Additional licenses issued for specific countries available on request.
AJA HDP2 HD-SDI/SDI to DVI-D Video and Audio Converter Taiwan Compliance Statement This is a Class A product based on the standard of the Bureau of Standards, Metrology and Inspection (BSMI) CNS 13438, Class A. Japanese Compliance Statement 1 1. Class A ITE この装置は、 クラスA 情報技術装置です。 この装置を家庭環境で使用すると電波妨害 を引き起こすことがあります。 この場合には使用者が適切な対策を講ずるよう要求され ることがあります。ＶＣＣＩ−Ａ This is a Class A product based on the standard of the VCCI Council (VCCI V-3/2008.04).
Warning! Do not use this device near water and clean only with a dry cloth. Avertissement! N'utilisez pas cet appareil près de l'eau et nettoyez-le seulement avec un tissu sec.. Warnung! Das Gerät nicht in der Nähe von Wasser verwenden und nur mit einem trockenen Tuch säubern. ¡Advertencia! No utilice este dispositivo cerca del agua y límpielo solamente con un paño seco. Aviso! Não utilize este dispositivo perto da água e limpe-o somente com um pano seco.
AJA HDP2 HD-SDI/SDI to DVI-D Video and Audio Converter Avertissement ! Référez-vous au personnel de service qualifié pour tout entretien. L'entretien est exigé quand l'appareil a été endommagé de quelque manière que ce soit, par exemple lorsque le cordon d'alimentation ou la prise sont endommagés, que du liquide a été versé ou des objets sont tombés dans l'appareil, que l'appareil a été exposé à la pluie ou à l'humidité, ne fonctionne pas normalement ou est tombé.
