www.aja.com Hi5-3D HD-SDI Multiplexer to HDMI 1.4a and SDI Video and Audio Converter Published: 12/14/2011 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 Hi5-3D HD-SDI Multiplexer To HDMI 1.4a and SDI Video and Audio Converter Introduction The Hi5-3D is a 3D video multiplexer that combines two 3G or HD-SDI Inputs into various multiplexed 3D formats for output on HDMI 1.4a and HD-SDI. Non3D input (SD-SDI, HD-SDI or 3G) at either input will be passed to the HDMI output. Note: support for 3G is not present in version 2.0—this will be introduced in a future firmware release. The HDMI 1.
3D Modes Supported The Hi5-3D supports, depending on the video format, “side-by-side”,“top-bottom”, and “frame-packing” 3D modes. The “side-by-side” and “top-bottom” modes involve compressing, either horizontally or vertically, each input for combining into a single video stream at the same rate of the inputs. The “frame-packing” mode stacks two full resolution inputs into a “tall” frame (at twice the clock and line rates). When selected, “frame-packing” works only with the following formats: 1080p23.
AJA Hi5-3D HD-SDI Multiplexer To HDMI 1.4a and SDI Video and Audio Converter I/O Connections LOCK LED Red: Lock to HD-SDI Green: Lock to SD-SDI Amber: Lock to 3G SD/HD/3G-SDI Output SD/HD/3G-SDI Input 1 BNC Output HDMI Connector 2 Channel Unbalanced Analog Audio (RCA Jacks) SD/HD/3G--SDI Input 2 BNC USB Port + 5 to 20 VDC Power Input 1 Note: support for 3G not present —this will be a feature in a future firmware release.
Using Mini Config Installing Mini Config on a Mac To install the application on a Mac, simply insert the CD supplied with the Mini-Converter into the computer, drag the “AJA Mini Config” application for your platform (Mac or PC) to your desktop or an applications folder. Note: Macintosh computers must be Intel-based (G5, G4 and earlier models will not work with Mini Config.
AJA Hi5-3D HD-SDI Multiplexer To HDMI 1.4a and SDI Video and Audio Converter Once AJA Mini Config is running (PC or Mac), it looks pretty much the same, regardless of the platform. A File menu at the top of the Mini Config application menu bar allows you to Save the current state of the Mini-Converter—with all the settings you’ve made—to a file for later recall.
Select a USB port and an attached Mini-Converter (name in parentheses) Each connector is labelled with the signals currently detected or manually selected. Blue = Auto Black = Manual selection Red = No Signal or signal output since device not detected Firmware version Tabbed screens Message Showing Status Mini Config, Video Screen The name of each Mini-Converter found can be seen in the menu pulldown at the top right hand side of the screen (in the example above, it shows “Port: 0 (pilot)”.
AJA Hi5-3D HD-SDI Multiplexer To HDMI 1.4a and SDI Video and Audio Converter A status field at the bottom of the screen shows whether you are connected and communicating with the Mini-Converter shown using Mini-Config. When configuring the Hi5-3D Mini-Converter, select it from the top pulldown, view the current settings and change any values. Making a change communicates that new value to the Mini-Converter’s non-volatile memory.
Left Flip—use to select how the left eye channel input will be flipped (if any). None: no flipping; the signal is unaltered. Horizontal: left eye channel is flipped horizontally. Vertical: left eye channel is flipped vertically. Horiz/Vert: left eye channel is flipped horizontally and vertically. Right Flip—use to select how the right eye channel input will be flipped (if any). None: no flipping; the signal is unaltered. Horizontal: right eye channel is flipped horizontally.
AJA Hi5-3D HD-SDI Multiplexer To HDMI 1.4a and SDI Video and Audio Converter Audio Tab Screen The Audio Screen is where you can configure Hi5-3D digital and analog audio settings. Pulldown menu settings are described following the screen graphic. 1 Mini Config, Audio Screen HDMI Audio—use to select how many SDI channels are passed to the HDMI connector and which channel pairs are selected.
Update Tab Screen Use this Update screen to view the software version currently installed on the Hi5-3D or install new software. Mini Config, Update Screen Note: When discussing Mini-Converters, “Firmware” is software that will be stored in the Mini-Converter’s non-volatile memory and used when it is powered up. This is something different than the Mini Config application software. The version numbers shown in the Update screen refer only to the firmware.
AJA Hi5-3D HD-SDI Multiplexer To HDMI 1.4a and SDI Video and Audio Converter 4. Check the Installed version level against the Desired version level. If the Desired is newer, then click the Update button to download the new firmware to the Mini-Converter; progress will be shown via the “Progress” thermometer bar. When you click Update, Mini Config will provide a dialog asking you to confirm that you really want to update the firmware (see below).
Using Dipswitches to Control the Hi5-3D In addition to the Mini-Config application discussed earlier, you can also control the unit via an 8-switch DIP, accessible through a cut-out in the bottom of the unit. DIP Switch Setting LEFT RIGHT 1 2 3 The exact function of each DIP switch and what it controls is described on the following pages.
AJA Hi5-3D HD-SDI Multiplexer To HDMI 1.4a and SDI Video and Audio Converter 3D Mode Selection Switches 6 and 7 are used together to form a 2-digit binary value. Switch 6 is the least significant digit and Switch 7 is the most significant digit.
Specifications Item Specification Input Formats 525i, 625i, 720p 50/59.94/60, 1080i 50/59.94/60, 1080p 23.98/24/25 1080psf 23.98/24 Video Inputs SD/HD-SDI (auto-selected), SMPTE-292/296/424, 2x BNC 1 SDI for left eye input (10-bit) 1 SDI for right eye input (10-bit) Note: support for 3G-SDI is not present—this will be a feature in a future firmware release. Output Video: • 10-bit HDMI v1.
AJA Hi5-3D HD-SDI Multiplexer To HDMI 1.4a and SDI 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 Hi5-3D HD-SDI Multiplexer To HDMI 1.4a and SDI 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 Hi5-3D HD-SDI Multiplexer To HDMI 1.4a and SDI 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.
