Black Box TV Video Accessories HDMI to 3G HD SD SDI Converter User Manual |
VSC-HDMI-SDI
HDMI to 3G/HD/SD-SDI Converter
Connect an HDMI source to SDI displays or other
professional equipment.
Supports 3G-SDI, HD-SDI, and SD-SDI output on two coax BNC
connectors.
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FCC and IC RFI Statements/NOM Statement
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.
It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing
device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules,
which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such
interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference, in
which case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever
measures may be necessary to correct the interference.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emission
from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulation
of Industry Canada.
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques
dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de classe A prescrites
dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique publié par Industrie Canada.
Normas Oficiales Mexicanas (NOM)
Electrical Safety Statement
INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD
1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas
antes de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado.
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.
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NOM Statement
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. El aparato eléctrico debe ser usado únicamente con carritos o pedestales
que sean recomendados por el fabricante.
7. El aparato eléctrico debe ser montado a la pared o al techo sólo como sea
recomendado por el fabricante.
8. Servicio—El usuario no debe intentar dar servicio al equipo eléctrico más
allá a lo descrito en las instrucciones de operación. Todo otro servicio
deberá ser referido a personal de servicio calificado.
9. El aparato eléctrico debe ser situado de tal manera que su posición no
interfiera su uso. La colocación del aparato eléctrico sobre una cama, sofá,
alfombra o superficie similar puede bloquea la ventilación, no se debe
colocar en libreros o gabinetes que impidan el flujo de aire por los orificios
de ventilación.
10. El equipo eléctrico deber ser situado fuera del alcance de fuentes de calor
como radiadores, registros de calor, estufas u otros aparatos (incluyendo
amplificadores) que producen calor.
11. El aparato eléctrico deberá ser connectado a una fuente de poder sólo
del tipo descrito en el instructivo de operación, o como se indique en el
aparato.
12. Precaución debe ser tomada de tal manera que la tierra fisica y la
polarización del equipo no sea eliminada.
13. Los cables de la fuente de poder deben ser guiados de tal manera que no
sean pisados ni pellizcados por objetos colocados sobre o contra ellos,
poniendo particular atención a los contactos y receptáculos donde salen
del aparato.
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. El cable de corriente deberá ser desconectado del cuando el equipo no
sea usado por un largo periodo de tiempo.
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NOM Statement
17. Cuidado debe ser tomado de tal manera que objectos liquidos no sean
derramados sobre la cubierta u orificios de ventilación.
18. Servicio por personal calificado deberá ser provisto cuando:
A: El cable de poder o el contacto ha sido dañado; u
B: Objectos han caído o líquido ha sido derramado dentro del aparato; o
C: El aparato ha sido expuesto a la lluvia; o
D: El aparato parece no operar normalmente o muestra un cambio en su
desempeño; o
E: El aparato ha sido tirado o su cubierta ha sido dañada.
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Safety Notice
Safety Notice
The HDMI to 3G/HD/SD-SDI Converter (VSC-HDMI-SDI) has been tested for
conformance to safety regulations and requirement, and has been certified for
international use. However, like all electronic equipment, the VSC-HDMI-SDI
should be used with care. Please read and follow the safety instructions to pro-
tect yourself from possible injury and to minimize the risk of damage to the unit.
• Do not attempt to service this unit yourself, except where explained in this
manual.
• Provide proper ventilation and air circulation and do not use near water.
• Keep objects that might damage the device and ensure that the placement of
this unit is on a stable surface.
• Use only the power adapter and power cords and connection cables designed
for this unit.
• Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners to clean this unit. Always unplug the
power to the device before cleaning.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1. Specifications ................................................................................................ 8
2. Overview ....................................................................................................... 9
2.1 Introduction.......................................................................................... 9
2.2 Features................................................................................................ 9
2.3 What’s Included ................................................................................... 9
2.4 Hardware Description........................................................................... 9
2.5 Application Diagram ...........................................................................11
3. DIP Switch ....................................................................................................12
4. EDID Learning ..............................................................................................13
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Chapter 1: Specifications
1. Specifications
Audio Support — Yes
Auto 3G/HD/SD-SDI Detection — Yes
Eye Pattern Characteristics — Extra low alignment jitter 0.05UI at HD
Housing — Metal enclosure
Input Signal — HDMI
SDI Standards — 3G-SDI, HD-SDI, and SD-SDI
Video Bandwidth — 2.97 Gbps and 2.975/1.001 Gbps
Video Support — 3G: 1080p50/59.94/60 (4.2.2);
HD: 720p at 50/59.94/60 Hz, 1080p at 23.98/24/25/29.97/30 Hz;
SD: NTSC at 59.95 Hz, PAL at 50 Hz
Output Impedance — 75 Hz
Output Signal — SDI
PCB Stackup — 6-layer board (impedance control—Differential: 100 Ohms,
Single: 50 Ohms)
Synchronization Mode — Internal or external synchronization
User Controls — (1) 2-pin DIP switch (for EDID use)
Connectors — Input: (1) HDMI Type A (19-pin female);
Output: (2) BNC (SDI) (75 interlocked socket)
Indicators — (2) LEDs: (1) Power, (1) Signal
Temperature Tolerance — Operating: 32 to 104° F (0 to 40° C);
Storage: -4 to +140° F (-20 to +60° C)
Relative Humidity — 20 to 90%, noncondensing
Power — Interlocked power supply: Output: 5 VDC, 4 A;
Consumption: 3 watts (maximum)
Size — 1.2"H x 3.3"W x 3.1"D (2.7 x 8.4 x 7.9 cm)
Weight — 8.8 oz. (250 g)
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Chapter 2: Overview
2. Overview
2.1 Introduction
The HDMI to 3G/HD/SD-SDI Converter converts HDMI to 3G/HD/SD SDI in real
time. The conversion between SDI and HDMI is purely digital and guarantees no
loss transformation for both audio and video. Plus, with up to 8 channels of
audio support, 7.1 channel or 5.1 channel audio becomes available. The
VSC-HDMI-SDI also provides two low-jitter SDI outputs for daisychain or multi-
ple monitors. And, it can also be used in combination with VSC-SDI-HDMI to
extend HDMI video over coax cable.
2.2 Features
• Supported high-definition (HD) formats: NTSC 525@59.94, PAL 625@50,
720p@50,720p@59.94, 720p@60, 1080i@50, 1080i@59.94, 1080i@60,
1080p@23.97, 1080p@24, 1080p@25, 1080p@29.97, 1080p@30,
1080p@50, 1080p@59.94, 1080p@60.
• Bit Rate: 2.97 Gbps, 2.967 Gbps, 1.485 Gbps, 1.4835 Gbps, 270 Mbps
• Auto 3G/HD/SD-SDI detection
• Supports HDMI Deep Color
• Two SDI-compliant outputs
• External DIP switch configuration
2.3 What’s Included
• (1) HDMI to 3G/HD/SD-SDI Converter
• (1) 5-V/4-A power adapter with power cord
• (1) set of mounting screws
• This user’s manual
2.4 Hardware Description
Figures 2-1 and 2-2 show the right- and left-side panels of the HDMI to 3G/HD/
SD-SDI Converter. Table 2-1 describes the components.
3
4
1
2
Figure 2-1. Right-side panel.
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Chapter 2: Overview
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6
7
Figure 2-2. Left-side panel.
Table 2-1. Right- and left-side panel components.
Number Component
Description
1
HDMI input
Connects to HDMI input
2
3
4
5
6
Signal LED
Power LED
Power jack
Lights green when the signal is active
Lights green when power is on
Interlocked +5V power jack
BNC coax connector 3G/HD/HD-SDI output #1
BNC coax connector 3G/HD/HD-SDI output #2
Selects the user interface. See
7
DIP switch
Chapter 3
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Chapter 2: Overview
2.5 Application Diagram
VSC-HDMI-SDI
VSC-HDMI-SDI
Coax
cable
Coax
cable
HDMI
cable
Local monitor with
coaxial input
Local monitor with
coaxial input
Blu-ray player with
HDMI output
Output only side
Input only side
Figure 2-3. Typical application.
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Chapter 3: DIP Switch
3. DIP Switch
Use the 2-pin DIP switch to configure the user interface. You can access this
switch from the bottom of the unit.
Table 3-1. DIP switch settings.
Pin #1
Pin #2
EDID Feature
3G/HD/SD-SDI with multichannel audio except
DTS-HD® and Dolby® True HD
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
3G/HD/SD-SDI with stereo PCM audio
ON
ON
OFF
ON
HD/SD-SDI with stereo PCM audio
EDID learning mode
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Chapter 4: EDID Learning
4. EDID Learning
1. Make sure that Pin #1 and Pin #2 of the DIP switch are both set to ON.
2. Connect the HDMI display to the HDMI port of TX.
3. Power on TX.
4. After LED turns to light, the EDID Learning procedure is completed.
CAUTION: DO NOT change the DIP switch after the EDID has been learned;
otherwise, the built-in EDID Learning information will be lost and will
need to be learned again.
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NOTES
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NOTES
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