HDMI Source Tester VA-1830 Instruction Manual Ver 1.
HDMI Source Tester VA-1830 Instruction Manual 2009.11 Ver.1.
Contents Revision History.......................................................................................................................................................... iii Safety Precautions ......................................................................................................................................................v In order to ensure safe operation ...........................................................................................................................
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Before Use Revision History Ver. Date 1.
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Before Use Before Use Introduction Thank you for very much purchasing the model HDMI Source Tester VA-1830. This manual contains details on the operation procedures to be followed when the VA-1830 is used, the checkpoints and precautions to be observed, and so on. Before using the VA-1830, please read through these instructions. After reading the manual, keep it in a safe place for future reference. Safety Precautions Malfunctioning or trouble may result if this product is not handled properly.
Concerning foreign matter ■ Do not spill liquids inside the monitor or drop inflammable objects or metal parts into it. Operating the switcher under these conditions may cause a fire, electric shocks and/or malfunctioning.
Before Use Concerning this product ■ When connecting this product to another unit (such as a TV set or DVD player), use the FG cable provided or a similar cable to connect the frame ground (FG) terminal on the other unit to the frame ground (FG) terminal on the VA-1830. Failure to connect these terminals may cause the product to fail or malfunction. Fig. Connecting the FG terminals VA-1830 Concerning impact ■ This is a precision instrument and, as such, subjecting it to impact may cause malfunctioning.
Concerning the configuration of this manual This manual contains the instructions for operating the VA-1830. It is configured as shown in the table below, and it describes the control methods, precautions and other aspects. Read through the manual carefully to ensure that the machine will be operated properly. Chapter Description Introduction This chapter describes the safety precautions, configuration of the manual and what is packed with the machine.
1 About VA-1830 1.1. General descriptions This is a HDMI Source Tester to check the function of HDMI output automatically. It can check video, audio, DDC line and CEC line signal automatically. By using the THROUGH mode, it can check the status of DDC and CEC lines between the Source and Sink device that are connected to the VA-1830. 1.2. Features ■ Auto test of HDMI output. By making the Config data (reference sample data) by PC, it can perform the auto test. ■ Confirm the HDMI video output.
1.3. Names and functions of each part 1.3.1. Front panel Fig. front panel List Number Names 1 THROUGH LED Names and functions Functions It shows THROUGH Mode. (lighting : THROUGH mode active) It is also used to confirm the setting completion and the version up completion. Please refer to the “VA-1830 Terminal Command Manual” for details. 2 2 POWER LED It shows power ON/OFF (lighting : power ON) 3 POWER Switch It is used to set ON/OFF of the VA-1830’s power.
Chapter 1 About VA-1830 1.3.2. Rear panel Fig. Rear panel List Names and functions Number Names Functions 4 RS-232C By connecting with PC via RS-232C, VA-1830 is controlled by the transmission of the commands. 5 LAN Using the Ethernet cable, LAN connection is established. VA-1830 is controlled by the transmission of the commands. 6 USB-A Standard USB FLASH is connected. 7 USB-B By connecting with PC via USB, VA-1830 is controlled by the transmission of the commands.
1.4. Connection example ■ Confirms the output of the Source device. Host Computer Source device Connect either port to control VA-1830 Fig Connection example 1 ■ Confirms the DDC and CEC lines between the Source and the Sink Source機器 Source device AC IN(100-240V) T3.15A RS-232C MODEL: SER.No: MADE IN JAPAN USB LAN HDMI OUT 2 1 SinkSink機器 device Host computer ホストコンピュータ VA-1830を制御するために Connect either port どれかと接続 to control VA-1830.
Chapter 1 About VA-1830 ■ Save the setting data in the external memory. Host computer USB memory Connect either port to control VA-1830.
1.5. Version up Version up is performed by using the USB flash. (1) Save the [VerUp] folder of the version up data in the root folder of the USB flash. VerUP Root Folder VA1830Boot.bin Firm VA1830Std.bin mainFpga CPU_BOOT.bin CPU_Vxxx.bin Fig (2) Turn off the VA-1830. Structure of the version up data. Insert the USB flash to the VA-1830. (3) Turn on the VA-1830. (4) After a few seconds, the THROUGH LED of the front panel blinks. caution 6 Version up completes.
2 Operation The operation is performed by sending the commands from the PC. 2.1. Communication method There are 3 kinds of communication method between PC and the VA-1830. List Control method Control method Description RS-232C port Connect RS-232C ports of the VA-1830 and PC by straight cable. LAN port Connect LAN ports of the VA-1830 and PC by cross cable. Or, use the hub of the LAN, and connect by straight cable.
Host computer Cross Fig. Connection by LAN port (direct) ■ USB connection Host computer A connector B connector Fig. Caution Connection by USB port When connecting by LAN, it is necessary to set the parameter of the LAN, such as IP address by other control methods. 2.2. Terminal commands Please refer to the “VA-1830 Terminal Commands Manual” about the details of the commands.
Chapter 2 Operation 2.3. Data storage of the Config (reference sample) data The Config (reference sample) data can be saved in the VA-1830 main unit or USB flash. Even you turn off the power of VA-1830, the data can be maintained. 2.3.1. Number of the storage data List Number of the storage data Device Storage number VA-1830 Main unit 10 (0 to 9) USB Flash 256 (0 to 255) 2.3.2. Where to store the registered data The data that is saved in the USB flash is placed below. Fig.
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3 Specifications 3.1. Main specifications 3.1.1. Input and Output List Input and Output specification Item Standard HDMI TMDS clock Input / Video Timing 25MHz to 225MHz (12bit/150MHz) Pixel clock Output 25MHz to 165MHz (Up to 150MHz in case of Deep Color 12bit) H Total 4096 pixel H Active 2048 pixel H Blanking 2048 pixel V Total Line 4095 line V Active 2047 line V Blanking 2047 line Deep Color 8, 10, 12bit Color space RGB/YCbCr444, 422 HDCP Available Audio (ver.1.
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VA-1830 Instruction Manual NOTICE ● An incorrectly collated manual or a manual with missing pages will be replaced. ● All copyrights pertaining to this product are the property of ASTRODESIGN. ● This manual may not be copied in whole or in part without written permission. ● The contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice due to improvements. ● The manufacturer will not be liable for any effects caused by incorrect operation.
