AJA V2Digital Operating instructions

V2Digital Mini-Converter
Analog to HD/SD-SDI
Version 2.3r3
Published December 10, 2019
Installation and Operation Guide

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Notices
Trademarks
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Video Systems, Inc.
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Contents
Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Copyright . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Contacting AJA Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Chapter 1 – Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
I/O Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
User Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
External DIP Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Mini-Cong Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Chapter 2 – Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Default Operational Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
DIP Switch Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
DIP Switch Settings Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
USB Control and Setup—Using AJA Mini-Cong . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Acquiring Mini-Cong . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Installing Mini-Cong . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Running Mini-Cong. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Operating Mini-Cong . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Tabbed Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Input Tab Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Update Tab Screen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Info Tab Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Mini-Cong Settings Summary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Appendix A – Specications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Appendix B – Safety and Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Warranty and Liability Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Limited Warranty on Hardware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Limitation of Liability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Governing Law and Language; Your Rights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

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Chapter 1 – Introduction
V2Digital is a high-quality, cost-effective analog to digital video converter that’s
perfect for facilities needing to integrate signal types. V2Digital provides AJA’s
high-quality 10-bit conversion of component or composite analog video to SDI at
either SD or HD resolutions utilizing a full 10-bit data path and 2x oversampling to
ensure a quality conversion all at an extraordinary price. V2Digital accepts YPbPr
(SMPTE/EBU-N10), Betacam, or RGB component inputs (HD only) or NTSC/PAL or
Y/C (S-Video) composite inputs (SD only). Configuration can be set by on unit DIP
switches or remotely via AJA Mini-Config software control over USB.
NOTE: The V2Digital requires a Time Base Corrected source. Operation is not
recommended from VTRs, laser disks, etc., without Time Base Correction (TBC).
Features
• 10-bit AJA quality Analog to Digital conversion
• Low power, compact size
• YPbPr/RGB Component or Composite input
• HD/SD-SDI output
• Congurable by DIP switches, or with AJA Mini-Cong software for Mac and
PC via USB
• DWP-U-R1 Power Supply Included
• 5-year warranty
Block Diagram
Figure 1. V2Digital Block Diagram
DIP
Switch
User
Interface
for
Feature
Selection
10-bit A/D
Converter
Genlock
Anti-
Alias
Filter
SD/HD
Serial V
ideo Out
Analog
Component/Composite
Inputs
CMPST
B
G
R
YY
Pb C
Pr
Y/G
Clocks
Pb/B
Pr/R
USB Bus for MiniConfig
(connect to PC or Mac)
Control

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I/O Connections
Figure 2. V2Digital, Side View
+5-20 VDC
Power Input
Analog Input
BNCs (3)
Conguration
determined by
DIP switch or
Mini-Cong
HD/SD SDI
Output BNC
Power LED
USB Port
User Controls
The V2Digital converter has two user interfaces:
• DIP switch settings
• Mini-Cong via USB
The DIP switch 1 setting determines which configuration parameters the
converter will use. When Off the unit is set to Local, DIP switches 2-4 will be
active. When On the unit is set to Remote and will use the Mini-Config settings.
Mini-Config settings are non-volatile and are retained through power cycles.
NOTE: The Beta-J parameter is not available through the DIP switch interface. Use Mini-
Config if you need to use the Beta-J format.
External DIP Switches
The V2Digital has a 4-switch DIP accessible through a cut-out in the bottom of the
unit. For setting information, see "DIP Switch Settings" on page 7.
Mini-Config Control
Mini-Config is an AJA application used for configuring and updating the firmware
of several AJA products. Configuration set via Mini-Config is stored in the unit
through subsequent power cycles. See "USB Control and Setup—Using AJA Mini-
Config" on page 8.
Installation
Typically, V2Digital installation consists of the following:
1. Disconnect power from the converter.
2. Congure the DIP switches for the desired equipment conguration and
video formats.
3. Connect video equipment to the convertor BNCs.

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4. Apply power to the converter (AJA power supply included).
Alternatively, you can set the unit to Remote operation using DIP switch 1,
connect the unit to a PC or Mac via USB, and then use Mini-Config to configure
the unit. The Mini-Config application is available for download from the AJA
website.
NOTE: Threaded holes (unified 4-40) located on the bottom of the unit can be used for
mounting.

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Chapter 2 – Operation
Default Operational Settings
The V2Digital converter ships from the factory with the following configuration:
• Local (DIP switch) control
• Component video input
• YPbPr format
• Pedestal O
If these settings apply to your requirements, you can simply connect the video
input and output signal cables and power up the V2 Digital unit.
For other applications, you can configure the unit using its DIP switch settings, or
by using Mini-Config and a PC or Mac via USB. When configured for “component”
V2DIGITAL will auto detect between various component standards.
DIP Switch Settings
Four DIP switches are located on the bottom of the unit. The label on the bottom
of the unit identifies the functions of the switch positions. The default shipping
position for these switches is Off (down). By default, DIP switch configuration is
enabled, and Mini-Config control is disabled.
Use a pen-point or paper clip to change DIP switch positions.
Figure 3. DIP Switches
DIP Switches
ON
OFF
Table 1. DIP Switch Setting Descriptions
SWITCH FUNCTION OFF (Down) ON (Up)
1Control Selects Local (DIP), and
blocks Mini-Cong control
Selects Remote (Mini-Cong),
and disables DIP switches 2-4.
2Input Selects Component Selects Composite
3Color Space Selects YPbPr in Component
mode, S-Video in Composite
mode
Selects RGB in Component
mode, Composite in Composite
mode
4Pedestal Selects O Selects On
NOTE: BetaJ is only accessible via Mini-Config.
DIP Switch Settings Summary
DIP switch settings for various input analog formats are shown in Table 2

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Table 2. Input Analog Format DIP Switch Settings
DIP Switch Settings
Input Standard Input Analog Format 2 3 4 Notes
525i59.94 Composite NTSC ON ON ON
NTSC S-Video ON OFF ON
Composite NTSC-J ON ON OFF
NTSC-J S-Video ON OFF OFF
Component YPbPr SMPTE/
EBU-N10
OFF XOFF
Component YPbPr Betacam OFF XON
Component YPbPr
Betacam-J
- - - Only selectable via Mini-Cong
625i50 Composite PAL + S-Video ON ON X
PAL S-Video ON OFF X
Component YPbPr SMPTE/
EBU-N10
OFF X X
720p * Component YPbPr SMPTE/
EBU-N10
XOFF X
Component RGB XON X
1080i/psf * Component YPbPr SMPTE/
EBU-N10
XOFF X
Component RGB XON X
*= all supported frame rates Note: X = don't care
USB Control and Setup—Using AJA Mini-Config
Your AJA Mini-Converter can be used right out of the box for some applications
since it is designed to recognize inputs and perform standard actions
automatically by default. However, to use its full capability, you must use AJA’s
Mini-Config software application for PCs and Macs. This same application can be
used to update to new Mini-Converter software released by AJA.
NOTE: DIP switch 1 must be ON (Remote, Right) to permit Mini-Config control of the unit.
Acquiring Mini-Config
AJA’s Mini-Config application is available for download from the AJA website.
To download the latest Mini-Config package, which includes the Mini-Config
application, Mini-Converter firmware, and documentation, go to:
https://www.aja.com/products/mini-config-software
Select either the Windows or Mac icon to download the desired version.
Mini-Converter Documentation
Included with the Mini-Config package is a complete set of documentation for
all Mini-Converters supported by Mini-Config. A .PDF of the Installation and
Operation Guide for the currently connected Mini-Converter can be accessed from
the Mini-Config UI via the Help/Manual drop-down menu.

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Documentation for all AJA Mini-Converters that use Mini-Config can also be
accessed directly in the Mini-Config download package Documentation folder,
and via the Documentation icon available on the Mac installer.
Documentation (and firmware) included with the Mini-Config application are the
versions available at the time of distribution. However, Mini-Converter software,
firmware and documentation are updated regularly, so newer versions may exist.
To download the latest documentation for an individual Mini-Converter, go to:
https://www.aja.com/family/mini-converters
and navigate to the Support web page of that Mini-Converter.
Installing Mini-Config
PC Installation
To install Mini-Config on a Windows PC:
1. Download the application from the AJA website (select the Windows icon
on the Mini-Cong Support web page).
2. Open the AJA_MiniCong.zip le
3. Double-click on the MiniInstaller.msi le.
4. A Setup Wizard will guide you through the installation.
Figure 4. Mini-Config PC Setup Wizard
5. Click Next to begin. Answer the questions in the subsequent dialogues.
When nished, an AJA Mini-Cong shortcut will be installed on the desktop,
and you will be able to locate the Mini-Cong application in the AJA folder
in the Programs listing.
NOTE: If the Mini-Config application already exists on the PC, a different Setup Wizard
appears.

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Figure 5. Mini-Config Setup Wizard, Reinstallation
With this screen you can Repair (reinstall) or Remove (uninstall) Mini-Config on
the PC.
Mac Installation
To install the application on a Mac:
NOTE: Mac computers must be Intel-based (G5, G4 and earlier models will not work
with Mini-Config).
1. Download the application from the AJA website (select the Apple icon on
the Mini-Cong Support web page).
2. Open the AJA_MiniCong folder.
3. Double-click on the AJAMiniCong.dmg le.
4. Answer the prompt and a utility program will be launched.
Figure 6. Mini-Config Mac Installer
5. To complete the installation drag the MiniCong.app icon to the
Applications folder.
Running Mini-Config
Connect the Mini-Converter to the PC or Mac via the supplied USB cable. Connect
the external power supply (supplied) to the Mini-Converter.