Ross Video Limited DAC-9213-PVM Multi-Definition SDI to Analog Component Converter for Sony Monitors User Manual Ross Part Number: 9213PVMD-004 Issue: 02B
DAC-9213-PVM • Multi-Definition SDI to Analog Component Converter for Sony Monitors User Manual • Ross Part Number: 9213PVMD-004 • Document Issue: 02B • Printing Date: January 24, 2006. Printed in Canada. The information contained in this User Manual is subject to change without notice or obligation. Copyright © 2006 Ross Video Limited. All rights reserved. Contents of this publication may not be reproduced in any form without the written permission of Ross Video Limited.
Important Regulatory and Safety Notices to Service Personnel Before using this product and any associated equipment, refer to the “Important Safety Instructions” listed below so as to avoid personnel injury and to prevent product damage. Products may require specific equipment, and /or installation procedures be carried out to satisfy certain regulatory compliance requirements. Notices have been included in this publication to call attention to these Specific requirements.
Indoor Use: “WARNING – TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE” Do not block ventilation openings. Install in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. Do not install near heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Do not use this apparatus near water. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
EMC Notices US FCC Part 15 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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Maintenance/User Serviceable Parts Routine maintenance to this GearLite product is not required. This product contains no user serviceable parts. If the module does not appear to be working properly, please contact Technical Support using the numbers listed under the “Contact Us” section on the last page of this manual. All RossGear GearLite products are covered by a generous 3-year warranty and will be repaired without charge for materials or labor within this period.
Contents Introduction 1-1 In This Chapter............................................................................. 1-1 Overview............................................................................ 1-1 Functional Block Diagram................................................. 1-2 Features.............................................................................. 1-2 Installation 2-1 In This Chapter.............................................................................
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Introduction In This Chapter This chapter contains the following sections: • Overview • Functional Block Diagrams • Features Overview The DAC-9213-PVM Multi-definition SDI to Analog Component Converter for Sony1 Monitors is a high quality signal conversion solution for High Definition (HD) and Standard Definition (SD) SDI signals and part of a growing family of GearLite Multi-Definition (MD) self-contained, small brick format modules.
Functional Block Diagram Analog Component Out Multi-Def SDI In Equalizer Reclocker & Deserializer Conversion Matrix & Processing Y/G PB /B PR /R Reclocked Multi-Def SDI Out Figure 1.
Installation In This Chapter This chapter contains the following sections: • Static Discharge • Unpacking • Installation Static Discharge Whenever handling the DAC-9213-PVM Multi-Definition SDI to Analog Component Converter for Sony Monitors and other related equipment, please observe all static discharge precautions as described in the following note: Caution Static discharge can cause serious damage to sensitive semiconductor devices.
Installation The DAC-9213-PVM is compatible with all Sony monitors which can accept Sony model BKM-120D SDI and BKM-142HD HD-SDI input modules. Compatible Monitors The following monitor models accept the DAC-9213-PVM: Description Model BVM-D9H1U / 5U 9”, 4x3, HD Capable BVM-D14H1U / 5U 14”, 4x3, HD Capable BVM-14L5/1 14”, 4x3, HD Capable BVM-20L5/1 20”, 4x3, HD Capable PVM-14L5/1 14”, 4x3, HD Capable PVM-20L5/1 20”, 4x3, HD Capable Procedure Use the following steps to install the DAC-9213-PVM module. 1.
Figure 2. DAC-9213-PVM installed in Sony PVM/BVM monitor - rear view DAC-9213-PVM User Manual (Iss.
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Setup and Operation In This Chapter This section provides details of all operating modes and features. The following topics are discussed: • Cable Connections • User Controls • Setup and Configuration • Function Setup and Configuration Menu Table • Function Menu Notes Note Throughout this section, the term SDI is used universally to indicate either SD-SDI or HD-SDI signals. Cable Connections Input Cabling Connect the system signal to the SDI IN BNC.
STAT SDI IN SDI OUT 1 SDI OUT 2 Green Red PR /R Blue CBL-3BNC-MM Molded Cable Blue PB/B Green Red Y/G 78 9 A B01 EF 2 UP 34 5 6 FN B CD DOWN DAC-9213-PVM PWR Figure 3. DAC-9213-PVM/BVM Cable Connections and User Controls User Controls The DAC-9213-PVM has the following front edge user controls: • Status LED (STAT) • Function Select switch (FN) • Up and Down Selector buttons and LEDs • Power LED (PWR) 3-2 • Setup and Operation DAC-9213-PVM User Manual (Iss.
Status and Selection LEDs The front panel of the module has four LEDs (STAT, UP, DOWN, PWR) that display the status of the input signal, and indicate menu function and configuration selections. The LED displays are described in the following table: Table 1. Selection and Status LED Descriptions LED Status (Green) Reference Function On LED will be continually lit when a valid* input signal is present and no anomalies have been detected. The unit is functioning normally.
Function Selection Switch and Down/Up Buttons The Function Select switch is a 16-position rotary switch used to select specific functions. The Function Select switch works in conjunction with the Down and Up buttons. First, the function category is selected with the rotary switch, and then the Down and Up buttons are used to select modes or level settings within that function category. The following Setup and Configuration section provides complete details on the available functions and their options.
Table 2. Function Setup and Configuration Menu Function Selection Function Switch Menu Position LED Display Up/Down Buttons Mode Selection Menu See Table Legend for symbol meanings See Table Legend for symbol meanings Down Up (yellow) (yellow) 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A Operation Buttons perform no action 525i 625i Input 720p Video 1080p/23.98sf, 1080p/24sf Standard 1080i/50 1080i/59.
Function Selection Function Switch Menu Position LED Display Up/Down Buttons Mode Selection Menu See Table Legend for symbol meanings See Table Legend for symbol meanings Down Up (yellow) (yellow) B C D E F N/A N/A N/A N/A Default Set Reset All User Settings to (See Function Factory Default state (Unity) +(h) See Notes Menu Notes) Function Menu Notes Some of the menu items in the Function Setup and Configuration Table are explained here in further detail as follows: Operation In this menu posit
The Sony monitor’s component input must be selected, and the monitor must be set up for the same format as the DAC-9213-PVM’S output video format. Note Table 3.
Force Mono Use this menu to blank the PB and PR component output signals. This option has no function in RGB format. Note that if the DAC-9213-PVM is setup in RGB mode, and Force Mono is enabled, then the unit is switched to YPBPR mode, the PB and PR channels will be blanked (i.e. the unit “remembers” option settings even though they may not affect the current operating mode). Setup On Use this menu to control the blanking level of RGB signals in 525i mode only.
Specifications In This Chapter This chapter contains the Technical Specifications table. Technical Specifications Table 4. DAC-9213-PVM - Technical Specifications Category Power Other Parameter Specification Required Voltage +6V DC, supplied by Sony monitor Current Consumption <750mA typical Total Power <4.5W typical Warranty 3-year transferable Thermal Environment 20 – 40ºC (68 – 104ºF) non-condensing Number of Inputs 1 Signal Standards Supported SMPTE 259M-C (270Mb/s) SMPTE 292M (1.
Category Reclocked Serial Digital Video Output Parameter Specification Number of Outputs 2 Reclocked Signal Standards Supported Follows SDI input, SMPTE 259M-C (270Mb/s) SMPTE 292M (1.4835 Gb/s, 1.485 Gb/s) Output Impedance 75Ω terminating Return Loss >18dB to 270 MHz >16dB to 1.
Service Information In This Chapter This chapter contains Warranty and Repair Policy information. Warranty and Repair Policy The RossGear DAC-9213-PVM is warranted to be free of any defect with respect to performance, quality, reliability, and workmanship for a period of THREE (3) years from the date of delivery to the customer.
In Case of Problems Should any problem arise with your RossGear DAC-9213-PVM, please contact the Ross Video Technical Support Department. (Contact information is supplied at the end of this publication.) A Return Material Authorization number (RMA) will be issued to you, as well as specific shipping instructions, should you wish our factory to repair your RossGear DAC-9213-PVM. If required, a temporary replacement module will be made available at a nominal charge.
Ordering Information In This Chapter This chapter contains ordering information for the DAC-9213-PVM and related products.
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