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User Guide
Signal Processors
DVC 501 SD
SDI Converter
68-1518-01 Rev. A
07 11
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Safety Instructions • English Warning Power sources • This equipment should be operated only from the power source indicated on the product. This This symbol is intended to alert the user of important operating and equipment is intended to be used with a main power system with a grounded (neutral) conductor. The third maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature provided with the (grounding) pin is a safety feature; do not attempt to bypass or disable it. equipment. Power disconn
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FCC Class A Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The Class A limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated
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Conventions Used in this Guide In this user guide, the following conventions are used: NOTE: A note draws attention to important information. TIP: A tip provides a suggestion to make working with the device easier. CAUTION: A caution indicates a potential hazard to equipment or data. WARNING: A warning warns of things or actions that might cause injury, death, or other severe consequences. Commands are written in the fonts shown here: ^AR Merge Scene,,Op1 scene 1,1 ^B 51 ^W^C [01] R 0004 00300
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Contents Remote Configuration and Control ................ 21 Introduction............................................................ 1 Communication Ports ....................................... 21 About this Guide ................................................ 1 Using SIS Commands ........................................ 21 About the DVC 501 SD Converter....................... 1 DVC-initiated Messages ................................ 21 Features .............................................
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DVC 501 SD • Contents vi
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Introduction This section gives an overview of the Extron DVC 501 SD Digital Video Converter. Topics include: • About this Guide • About the DVC 501 SD Converter • Features • Application Diagram About this Guide This guide provides information for experienced installers on how to install, configure, and operate the DVC 501 SD converter. In this guide, the terms “DVC,” “DVC 501 SD,” and “converter” are used interchangeably to refer to the DVC 501 SD converter. About the DVC 501 SD Converter Th
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• Analog RGB or component video output — Outputs analog RGB as RGBHV, RGBS, or RGsB. Outputs component video as R-Y, B-Y, Y. • Buffered loop-through connector — A buffered input loop-through delivers reshaped and restored multi-rate SDI signals. • Bi-level or tri-level sync is available for component video output. • Internal test patterns for calibration and setup — Nine test patterns are available, including a crop pattern, color bars, and grayscale. • Muting control — Provides video and
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Installation This section gives an overview of the steps for installing the DVC 501 SD. It also provides a description of the rear panel connectors and instructions for cabling. Topics include: • Installation Overview • Rear Panel • Connecting for Remote Control Installation Overview CAUTION: Installation and service must be performed by authorized personnel only. Follow these steps to install and set up the DVC 501 SD: 1. Disconnect power from the converter and ensure that all other devices th
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Rear Panel The illustration below shows the connectors on the DVC 501 SD rear panel. CAUTION: Use electrostatic discharge precautions (be electrically grounded) when making connections. Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage equipment, although you may not feel, see, or hear it. WARNING: Remove power from the system before making any connections. 1 2 3 4 5 6 100-240V ~ 0.3A MAX INPUT OUTPUT AUDIO BUFFERED 3G/HD/SD-SDI LOOP-THROUGH DVI-D RGB/R-Y,Y,B-Y LR RS-232 50/60 Hz N/A Tx Rx 7 Figure 2.
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LR LR f Audio output connector — Connect an audio device to this female 5-pole 3.5 mm captive screw connector for balanced or unbalanced analog audio output. Wire the connector as shown below. Tip Ring Tip Sleeves Sleeves Tip Tip Do not tin the wires! Ring Balanced Audio Output Unbalanced Audio Output Figure 4. Audio Output Connector Wiring CAUTIONS: • The length of the exposed wires in the stripping process is critical. The ideal length is 3/16 inches (5 mm). If the exposed portion is
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RS-232 DVC 501 SD or Rear Panel RS-232 Port N/A Tx Rx 1 2 3 NOTE: Connect a ground wire between the DVC and the computer or control system. Ground ( ) Receive (Rx) Transmit (Tx) Transmit (Tx) Receive (Rx) Computer or NOTE: If you use cable that has a drain Control System wire, tie the drain wire to ground RS-232 Port at both ends. Figure 5. Connecting to the RS-232 Port In the “Remote Configuration and Control” section, see “Using SIS Commands” for information on sending
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2. If this is the first time you have connected a DVC 501 SD to this particular USB port on your computer, the Found New Hardware Wizard opens. On the first screen, specify ® whether you want the computer to connect to Windows Update in order to search the web for the driver that it needs to communicate with the DVC via the USB port (this is not necessary if the USB driver already exists on your computer). Figure 7. Found New Hardware Wizard Opening Screen • Select the Yes, this time only ra
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3. Click Next. On the next screen, make sure that the Install the software automatically (Recommended) radio button is selected, then click Next (you do not need to insert a disc). Figure 8. Selecting the Radio Button to Install the USB Driver Automatically Your computer locates the driver needed for it to communicate with the DVC 501 SD via the USB port. 4. When the Completed screen appears, click Finish to close the wizard. NOTE: This wizard appears only the first time you connect the DVC
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Operation This section discusses the functions available through the front panel to set up and operate the DVC 501 SD. Topics include: • Front Panel • Powering On • Menus on the LCD Screen • Resetting • Front Panel Lockout (Executive Mode) • Updating Firmware Front Panel 1 2 3 4 5 MENU ADJUST NEXT CONFIG DVC 501 SD DIGITAL VIDEO CONVERTER Figure 9. DVC 501 SD Front Panel The front panel features and controls shown in the illustration above are described starting below. a Config port — Connec
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Powering On Apply power by connecting the provided IEC power cord to the rear panel power connector on the DVC. Connect the DVC to an AC power source. NOTE: Audio and video mute settings are not retained when power is cycled to the DVC. Default Cycle 3 When power is applied, the LCD screen displays the Extron S logo. After approximately 10 seconds, EXTRON DVC 501 SD is displayed. The unit part number and current firmware version are displayed after approximately another 5 seconds. After th
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• Overheating — The Temperature Overload!!! screen is added to the default cycle if the internal temperature of the unit exceeds 65 °C (149 °F). INPUT INPUT TEMPERATURE 5 sec. HDSDI 1.485G 5 sec. 720p @59.94Hz OVERLOAD!!! 5 sec. Figure 12. Example of the Default Cycle When the Unit Is Overheating • Video muted — The input resolution and rate screen (second screen of the default cycle) displays a blinking asterisk (*) on both sides of the word INPUT. The asterisks disappear when the video is u
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NOTE: The menus time out and the default cycle is displayed after 30 seconds of inactivity; however, any selections you made with the Adjust knobs are saved and remain in effect until you change them or reset the unit to factory defaults (see “Resetting,” later in this section). Menu flow diagram The flow diagram below shows the menus that are displayed in the front panel LCD screen and the order in which they appear when you repeatedly press the Menu button. Default Cycle Menu OUTPUT CONFIG
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Output Configuration Menu The output configuration menu allows you to set the output resolution and refresh rate, the output signal type, and the sync polarity (RGBHV only). The following flow diagram shows the output configuration submenus and the adjustments that can be made from them. Default Cycle Menu *This screen appears only if RGBHV is selected for the format. OUTPUT FORMAT H SYNC V Next Next CONFIG RGBHV POS POS Use either Adjust knob to select a submenu option.
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Audio Config Menu The Audio Config menu enables you to adjust the level of attenuation, mute and unmute the audio, and select the pair of audio channels on which to extract the audio from the 3G-SDI, HD-SDI, or SD-SDI signal. The flow diagram below shows the audio configuration submenus and the adjustments that can be made from them. OUTPUT CONFIG Menu AUDIO GAIN/ATTEN AUDIO MUTE Next Next CONFIG DISABLED 0 dB Turn either Adjust knob to select a setting. Next Mute or unmute the audio. Set t
