Specifications

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
SDI-DVI Converter Installation
6 Introduction Edition 1.02 DVI Converters: Installation & Operation Guide
To Install the SD-DVI Converter
Before installing the SD-DVI converter, connect the supplied power adapter to the unit and
plug it into an AC power source. Black Diamond Video recommends the use of a surge
protector.
1 If you are using an externally-powered converter, connect your transformer to the
converter.
2 Connect composite video sources to the BNC connector labeled “Y/CVBS”.
3 Connect S-Video sources to the BNC connectors labeled “Cb/S-Y” and “Cr/S-C”
4 Connect component sources to the BNC connectors “Y/CVBS”, “Cb/S-Y” and “Cr/S-C”.
5 Connect the DVI output of the converter to a Black Diamond Video-tested DVI cable.
6 Connect the other end of the DVI cable directly to the Black Diamond Video digital
video processing equipment in your installation, such as the Phantom 800 or CXPS.
7 The Link LED indicator on the converter flashes green when an active connection to
the converter is established.
Installation of the SD-DVI Converter is complete.
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SDI-DVI CONVERTER INSTALLATION
Figure 7 illustrates the installation of the SDI-DVI converter. The following procedure
describes the installation process.
NOTE:
DVI Converters should be connected as close to the video source as
possible to minimize cable problems such as noise and attenuation.