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TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 Introduction 2 Operation Notes 3 The SDI to DVI Adapter Supported Output Resolution 4 Infrared Remote Functions 5 RS422 Port 6 Wiring of the RS422-RS232 Cable 7 Recommended LCD Monitors 8 The SDI to DVI Adapter Firmware Update Procedure 9 Specifications 10 Warranty
INTRODUCTION Description the SDI to DVI Adapter is a compact digital video interface that converts serial digital video (SDI and HDSDI) to DVI (digital RGB). It automatically detects the input scan rate and supports a wide variety of video formats including PAL, NTSC, 720p, 1080p and 1080i. The SDI to DVI Adapter can be connected to computer LCD monitors, HDTV Televisions with DVI input, video projectors and displays (Plasma, DLP, D-ILA etc.).
OPERATION NOTES On power up, the SDI to DVI Adapter will automatically detect the input format of the SDI video and will send a message to the monitor connected via DVI requesting its EDID. The EDID parameters of the connected monitor will be used by the SDI to DVI Adapter to determine its output resolution. The SDI to DVI Adapter can operate in two modes. Auto Mode (default) and Pass Through Mode. In all output modes, the SDI to DVI Adapter will always keep the aspect ratio of the input.
THE SDI TO DVI ADAPTER SUPPORTED OUTPUT RESOLUTIONS The SDI to DVI Adapter works with all DVI monitors that support any of the following resolutions: Automatic Scaling: 1024x768, 1280x720, 1280x768, 1280x800, 1280x1024 all at 60Hz. No Scaling: 1080p (1920x1080 @24/25/30), 1080i (1920x540 @48/50/60) and 720p (1280x720 @60). To save the output resolution to the SDI to DVI Adapter flash EPROM, press ENT,1,2,3 on your Sony infrared monitor.
INFRARED REMOTE FUNCTIONS Starting with version 0.96, the infrared remote functions are disabled at boot time. You must press ENT,4,5,6 to enable them. This is a list of all the functions that are available on the HDVI-10 using a standard Sony Infrared Remote Control: · Input Select “TV/VIDEO”: Switches between SDI input A and input B. This feature is available only with the dual-input HDVI-10-2. · Set Pass Through Mode “RECALL” or “JUMP”: Toggles the HDVI-10 to Pass Through ON, Frame Rate Only and OFF.
RS422 PORT The SDI to DVI Adapter has an RS422 port that can be used to view the current settings of the unit. To connect the RS422 port to a PC you need a special RS422-RS232 cable that can be purchased from Gefen by contacting support@gefen.com You can also make the cable using the wiring diagram shown at the end of this document.
WIRING OF THE RS422-RS232 CABLE Wiring List: HDVI (1) to HDVI Shell to PC Shell HDVI (2) to PC (2) HDVI (8) to PC (3) HDVI (3 + 4 + 6) to PC (5) Note: For a true RS422 connection, you can use an adapter made by KK Systems (Part Number K422-99). This adapter connects to the RS232 port on the PC and provides an RS422 connection on the other side. To connect the K422-99 to the SDI to DVI Adapter, use a standard RS422 cable (Male DB9 to Male DB9 pin to pin).
RECOMMENDED LCD MONITORS All LCD monitors that support the resolutions listed in this document would work properly with the SDI to DVI Adapter.
THE SDI TO DVI ADAPTER FIRMWARE UPDATE PROCEDURE To update the firmware on the HDVI you will need the following files: hdvi_set_flash_mode.exe, HDVI_flash.exe, HDVI_update.bat and the HDVI_090.bin firmware file. Setup 1. Use only a PC running Windows 2000 or Windows XP. 2. All four files listed above should reside in the directory where the command prompt goes to by default. THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT.
SPECIFICATIONS INPUT SMPTE 259M-C (270Mbps) and SMPTE 292M (1.485, 1.485/1.001 Gbps) NTSC, PAL, 720p @ 60, 59.94, 50, 30, 29.97 and 25Hz 1080p @ 30, 29.97, 25, 24 & 23.98Hz, 1080i @ 60, 59.94, 50, 48 & 47.95Hz OUTPUT DVI (Digital RGB) and DVI-HDTV (Digital RGB with HDTV resolution/frame rate) Connector: DVI-D, Female, compliant to DVI 1.0 SUPPORTED MONITORS Depending on your DVI monitor’s resolution, the HDVI will either scale the video to fit your screen, or output the video without scaling.
WARRANTY Gefen Inc. warrants the equipment it manufactures to be free from defects in material and workmanship. If equipment fails because of such defects and Gefen Inc. is notified within one (1) year from the date of shipment, Gefen System will, at its option, repair or replace the equipment, provided that the equipment has not been subjected to mechanical, electrical or other abuse or modifications.
