® HDSDI to DVI Scaler Plus EXT-HDSDI-2-DVISP User Manual www.gefen.
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CONTENTS 1 Introduction 2 Features 3 Connecting The HDSDI To DVI Plus Scaler 4 Panel Layout 5 Panel Descriptions 6 Menu Functions 10 Supported Input/Output Resolutions 11 RMT-8HDS-IR Installation 13 RS-232 Interface / Firmware Update Procedure 14 Specifications 15 Warranty
INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the HDSDI to DVI Plus Scaler. Your complete satisfaction is very important to us. Gefen Gefen is a unique product line catering to the growing needs for innovative home theater solutions. We specialize in total integration for your home theater, while also focusing on going above and beyond customer expectations to ensure you get the most from your hardware. We invite you to explore our distinct product line and hope you find your solutions.
FEATURES Features • 10-bit resolution for greater precision and dynamic range • Proprietary 10-bit motion adaptive video de-interlacing with edge interpolation for HD / SD formats • Advanced noise reduction and detail enhancement • Maximum active image size of 2048 samples x 2048 lines PBP processing for various combinations of video and graphics with alpha blending • Fully integrated sprite-based multi-plane OSD controller.
CONNECTING THE HDSDI TO DVI PLUS SCALER How to Connect the HDSDI to DVI Plus Scaler 1. Connect an appropriate HD-SDI source to the Scaler. 2. Connect a suitable clock generator, if present. 3. Connect a DVI display (to work with a loop, connect a compliant HD-SDI display). 4. Connect L/R analog audio to an audio amplifier. 5. Connect supplied 5V DC power supply.
PANEL LAYOUT Front Panel 2 1 Back Panel 3 4 5 7 6 4 8 9 10 11
PANEL DESCRIPTIONS 1 Infrared Sensor Point the supplied remote control at this port to access. 2 Power LED When this is lit, the unit is powered on. 3 5V DC Locking Power Input Connect the supplied low-voltage power supply cord into this socket. 4 Genlock (Reference) Input Connect Genlock signal here. 5 Analog Audio Output Connect left and right channel analog audio amplifier here. 6 HD-SDI Dual-Link Input Input HD-SDI here. 7 HD-SDI Dual-Link Loop Output Connect the loop output here.
MENU FUNCTIONS Aspect: • Full Screen: Stretches input to fill the Monitor. • Letter / Pillar Box: Sets the aspect ratio to fit a letter or pillar box format. • Panoramic: Panoramic Zoom feature. • Extract: Feature to magnify the signal. • Exact Size: Adjusts signal magnification. • Horizontal / Vertical Position: Moves the magnified signal Horizontally and Vertically • Through: Feature to crop the signal.
MENU FUNCTIONS Picture: Image Color: • Contrast: Individually adjust the contrast for red, green, and blue • Brightness: Individually adjust the brightness for red, green, and blue • Black level: Adjust black levels between 0 (default) and 100 Detail Enhancement: • Detail Enhancement: Digitally enhance signal • Noise Threshold: Adjusts noise allowed in detail enhancement • Noise Reduction: Digitally reduce signal noise Motion Threshold: • Motion Threshold: Controls cadence detection.
MENU FUNCTIONS Clean Aperture: • Horizontal and Vertical Size: Stretch image Horizontally or Vertically • Horizontal and Vertical Position: Move image in view port Horizontally or Vertically • Audio: Selects which audio pair to use for audio output (1 - 8) Default setting is Channel 1. • Remote Channel: Changes the IR code of the HDSDI to DVI Plus Scaler to one of four different settings between 0 and 3.
MENU FUNCTIONS Genlock: • Off: Free run mode. • Video Input: Locks input clock in sync with output clock. • Reference Input: Locks output clock with Ref. clock. • Language: Set menu to display English or French text. Gamma Correction: • Default: Set for Default Gamma settings. sRGB • Custom: Enables Gamma Coefficient menu item as the current Gamma coefficient. • Gamma Coefficient: (0.3 - 3.0); Default set at 1.0. User Table: Patterns: • Color Bars: Display color bar video pattern.
SUPPORTED INPUT/OUTPUT RESOLUTIONS Input Video Formats Supported: 480i 720p/50 1080p/23.98 1080sf/23.98 480p 720p/59.94 1080p/24 1080sf/24 576i 720p/60 1080p/25 1080sf/25 576p 1035i/59.94 1080p/29.97 1080sf29.97 720p/23.98 1035i/60 1080p/30 1080sf/30 720p/24 1080i/50 1080p/50 2K-p/23.98 720p/25 1080i/50M 1080p/50M 2K-p/24 720p/29.97 1080i/59.94 1080p/59.94 2K-sf/23.98 720p/30 1080i/60 1080p/60 2K-sf/24 Output Video Formats Supported: 480i 720p/50 1080p/23.98 2K-p/23.
RMT-8HDS-IR INSTALLATION On power up, the HDSDI to DVI Plus Scaler will automatically detect the input format of the input. The unit is controlled using the included 8-button remote. Pressing the OUTPUT button cycles the HDSDI to DVI Plus Scaler through the following output modes: 640x480 - 800x600 - 720p - 1080i Other functions and output modes can be accessed through the on-screen menu (To Restore I/O settings, simply recycle power on the Scaler). To bring up the on-screen menu, press the MENU button.
RMT-8HDS-IR INSTALLATION 1. Remove battery cover from the back of the RMT-8HDS-IR remote. 2. Verify that DIP switches 1 and 2 are in the down (OFF) position. 3. Insert the battery, hold the battery so that you can see the positive side facing up (the side with the buttons must be facing down). 4. Test the RMT-8HDS-IR remote by pressing ONLY one button at a time. The indicator light on the remote will flash once each time you press a button.
RS-232 INTERFACE / FIRMWARE UPDATE PROCEDURE The HDSDI to DVI Plus Scaler can be controlled via IR remote and through the RS-232 port. Check the download section on our web site for firmware updates and information on how to control this unit. Go to http://www.gefen.com/kvm/ support/download.jsp to find the necessary documents and files.
SPECIFICATIONS Input Video Bandwidth.....................................2 x 1.485 Gbps (Dual-Link HD-SDI) Output Video Bandwidth............................................165 MHz (Single-Link DVI-D) Maximum Output Resolution....................................................1920x1200/60Hz/2k DVI Output Connector......................................................... (1) DVI-I 29 pin female SDI/HD-SDI Input Connector...........................................................
WARRANTY Gefen warrants the equipment it manufactures to be free from defects in material and workmanship. If equipment fails because of such defects and Gefen is notified within two (2) years from the date of shipment, Gefen will, at its option, repair or replace the equipment, provided that the equipment has not been subjected to mechanical, electrical, or other abuse or modifications.
*ma-HDSDI-2-DVISP* Rev A3 20600 Nordhoff St., Chatsworth CA 91311 1-800-545-6900 818-772-9100 www.gefen.com Pb This product uses UL listed power supplies. fax: 818-772-9120 support@gefen.
