AV TOOL AVT-3400 User manual
Instruction Manual
AVT-3400
SXGA Theater
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Table of Contents
1.0 Introduction 4
2.0 Specifications 6
3.0 Package Contents 7
4.0 Connecting the Hardware 8
5.0 Operating The Unit 13
6.0 Troubleshooting 20
7.0 Limited Warranty 21
8.0 Regulatory Compliance 22
9.0 Contact Information 22
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
Thanks for purchasing this AVT-3400 SXGA Theater product from AV Toolbox.
The AVT-3400 is designed to facilitate the up converting of standard, interlaced
television images to progressively scanned images suitable for display on PC
type displays or other high resolution, progressively scanned monitors. Our Video
conversion products have been serving the industry for many years. AV Toolbox
offers a full line of high quality Standards Converters, Up-Converters, Scan
Converters, Distribution Amplifiers, Routing Switchers, Time Base Correctors,
PIP Display Devices, Quad Splitters and Video Conditioners. RF Modulators,
Digital Audio Converters, LCD Monitors/Receivers and Multimedia Cables round
out the product offerings.
1.1 Liability Statement
Every effort has been made to ensure that this product is free of errors. AV
Toolbox cannot be held liable for the use of this hardware or any direct or indirect
consequential damages arising from its use. It is the responsibility of the user of
the hardware to check that it is suitable for his/her requirements and that it is
installed correctly. All rights reserved. No parts of this manual may be
reproduced or transmitted by any form or means electronic or mechanical,
including photocopying, recording or by any information storage or retrieval
system without the written consent of the publisher.
AV Toolbox reserves the right to revise any of its hardware and software
following its policy to modify and/or improve its products where necessary or
desirable. This statement does not affect the legal rights of the user in any way.
All third party trademarks and copyrights are recognised. The AV Toolbox Logo,
TV One Logo, TV One-Task and CORIO are the registered Trademarks of TV
One. All other trademarks are the property of their respective holders.
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1.2 FEATURES
The AVT-3400 SXGA Theater has many features that enable it to perform
in a superior manner. Among those features you will find:
Plug and Play Operation – No Software Required
Watch TV or Play TV Based Computer Games on your PC Monitor
5 Output resolutions: 1280x1024, 1280x768, 1024X768, 800X600,
640X480
PIP (Source Resolutions of 800x600 and lower)
Full RF Spectrum Coverage: NTSC: 181 Channels (125 CATV + 69
Off-Air), PAL: 106 Channels
Auto-Scan Feature to ensure that you do not miss any available
channels
Full Function Remote Control
Composite and S-Video inputs
VGA In and Out
Audio In and Out
MTS (Optional w/NTSC), NICAM (Optional with PAL)
Adjustable TV Signal Components (Brightness, Color, Hue, etc.)
Stylish Cabinet that can be mounted upright or horizontally
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2.0 SPECIFICATIONS
RF Input
CATV/Antenna Input Connector 75“F” Female or IEC Female
Tuner Channels NTSC 181, PAL 106
Video Input
Composite Video 1x RCA Female
S-Video 1x 4-PIN Mini-DIN Connector
Audio Input
Stereo Audio 2x RCA Female, (R-L)
PC Input
Signal from PC 1x HD-15 Female
Video Output
VGA 1x HD-15 VGA, 1280x1024, 1280x768,
1024x768, 800x600, 640x480
Audio Output
Stereo Audio 1x 3.5mm Stereo Jack
Control Methods
Local 6 push buttons on unit
Remote Multi-Function IR Hand Held Remote Control
Mechanical
Structure Vertically or Horizontally Mounted, Damage
Resistant Plastic Case
Warranty
Limited Warranty 1 Year, Parts and Labor
Power Requirements
External AC Adaptor 12 VDC, 700ma Output for 110 VAC USA, 12
VDC, 800ma for 230 VAC UK and European
operation
Regulatory Approvals
AVT-3400 FCC, CE
AC Power Adaptor UL, CE, CSA
Accessories Included 1x AVT-3400
1x Vertical Mtg. Stand
1x Remote Control
1x HD-15 VGA Cable
1x 3.5 mm Stereo Audio Cable
1x AC Power Adapter
2x Remote Control Batteries
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3.0 CHECKING PACKAGE CONTENTS
Before attempting to use this unit, please check the packaging and make certain
the following items are contained in the shipping carton:
1x AVT-3400
1x Vertical Mtg. Stand
1x Remote Control
1x HD-15 VGA Cable
1x 3.5 mm Stereo Audio Cable
1x AC Power Adapter
2x Remote Control Batteries
1x Operations Manual
Note: Please retain the original packing material should the need ever arise to
return the unit. If you find any items are missing, contact your reseller or AV
Toolbox immediately. Have the Model Number, Serial Number and Invoice
available for reference when you call.
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Speaker
VGA In
VGA Out to
Monitor
4.0 CONNECTING THE HARDWARE
Please study the drawings below and become familiar with the inputs, outputs
and control locations on the AVT-3400.
Front Panel:
Rear Panel:
POWER
INPUT
CH+/-
Volume+/-
Semi
-
transparent
cover
Audio
Input
VIDEO Input
S-VIDEO Input
RF In (CATV or
Antenna)
IR Extender (Option)
Audio to PC Sound
Card
+12 VDC In
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Also study the drawing below so you can become familiar with the possible base
band connections to the unit should you wish to use DVDs, VCRs, Camcorders
or TV based games with the unit.
Typical Base Band Signal Sources
4.1 Connecting the AVT-3400 to an Antenna
Take the AVT-3400 from the shipping carton and place it upright or
horizontally next to your CRT or LCD display.
Connect the Antenna or CATV cable to the “CABLE IN” of the back
panel of the AVT-3400.
Connect the HD-15 VGA Cable from the CRT or LCD display to the
HD-15 VGA connector labeled to “TO MONITOR” on the back panel of
the AVT-3400.
NOTE: Fasten the HD-15 screws. It is very important to fasten the
screws. Loose connections can cause distortion of the Picture.
Take the 3.5mm connector from your Multimedia speaker and connect
it to “SPEAKER” on the back panel of AVT-3400.
Take the AC/DC adaptor from the shipping carton and connect the
Adaptor first to the +12 VDC input on the AVT-3400 and then to the AC
socket.
Turn on the Power to the AVT-3400 and to the CRT or LCD.
Press the input button on the AVT-3400to select between TV and PC
input.
Front View
DVD/VCD
HiFi-
VCR
Camcorder
GAMECUBE
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PS2
TM
X-Box
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4.2 Connecting the AVT-3400 to a Computer and Antenna
Take the AVT-3400 from the shipping carton and place it upright or
horizontally next to your CRT or LCD display.
Connect the Antenna or CATV cable to the “CABLE IN” of the back
panel of the AVT-3400.
Connect the HD-15 VGA Cable from the CRT or LCD display to the
HD-15 VGA connector labeled to “TO MONITOR” on the back panel of
the AVT-3400. Connect the supplied VGA cable from the Monitor Out
port on your computer to the VGA In port on the AVT-3400.
NOTE: Fasten the HD-15 screws. It is very important to fasten the
screws. Loose connections can cause distortion of the Picture.
Take the 3.5mm connector from your Multimedia speaker and connect
it to “SPEAKER” on the back panel of AVT-3400.
Take the AC/DC adaptor from the shipping carton and connect the
Adaptor first to the +12 VDC input on the AVT-3400 and then to the AC
socket.
Turn on the Power to the AVT-3400 and to the CRT or LCD.
Press the Input button on the AVT-3400 to select between TV and PC
mode.
You now have the ability to route both television and computer video through the
AVT-3400.
4.3 Connecting the AVT-3400 to DVDs, VCRs, Camcorders or Games
Once you have the basic connections made as explained above, you can add
additional connectivity to external devices such as DVDs, VCRs, Camcorders or
Video Games.
Sources with RCA Type Connectors:
Using the supplied RCA cable, connect the video and audio outputs
from the device to the video and stereo audio inputs of the AVT-3400.
Turn on the power to the external device and the AVT-3400.
Using the Input button on the AVT-3400, select CVBS as the input
type.
Press the Play or Start button on the external device and an image
should appear on the previously attached monitor.
Sources using S-Video Type Connectors
Using the supplied S-Video and RCA cables, connect the video and
audio outputs from the device to the S-Video and stereo audio inputs
of the AVT-3400.
Turn on the power to the external device and the AVT-3400.
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Using the Input button on the AVT-3400, select S-Video as the input
type.
Press the Play or Start button on the external device and an image
should appear on the previously attached monitor.
Camcorder
VCR or DVD
Video Game
Video and Audio Connections for External Devices
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4.4 Remote Control
Since you will likely be using the Remote Control to operate the unit, please take
the time to become familiar with the location and operation of the various buttons.
Volume Control +/
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Channel Selection +/-
Power: TV/PC Mode
Input Selection
Volume Control
Exit From Menu
Numeric Keypad
RCL: Last Channel
Recall
PIP Key: (Picture-In-
Picture)
Sleep: (Timer)
9 Channel Preview
MTS (Second
Audio Program)
Audio Mute
Channel +/-
Menu Select
Menu Display
Favorite
Channel Scan
Edit Favorite Ch.
OSD Display
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5.0 Operating the AVT-3400
Operating the AVT-3400 is intuitive and easily learned. The operation at the unit
itself is accomplished via the buttons mounted within the case. Although easily
learned due the clear labeling of the functions, operating the unit via these
buttons is also a rather limited way to operate the unit because all functions are
not available from these buttons.
Since virtually all users will operate the unit via the remote control to gain
complete control over its functions, it is recommended that you take the time to
discover where the various buttons are located on the remote by looking at the
actual remote and comparing it to the diagram above.
Like the manual controls on the unit, the labeling is clear for the majority of the
functions. Pressing the channel +/- buttons is rather intuitive since an up arrow
will surely result in increasing the channel number and pressing the down arrow
will likewise select a lower channel. The use of the volume control buttons and
the input selection button is also clear.
The main area of confusion with the remote control revolves around Menu Item
selection and a few special function buttons. We’ll spend a few moments
explaining how to navigate the menu and also reveal what the special purpose
buttons are attempting to do.
5.1 “Top’ Menu
When you first press the Menu button on your remote, you will see a list of seven
items appear on the monitor. This is the initial or ‘Top’ menu and the function to
be changed will need to be highlighted. The procedure for moving up and down
the list is explained below.
1 Input
2 Picture
3 TV Function
4 Resolution
5 OSD Function
6 Language
7 Reset
The ‘Top’ or First Menu
Display is encountered
when you press the
Menu button on your
remote.
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Using the Up and Down arrow keys on the remote, you can navigate to any of
the seven items you desire. Once there, press the Select Button to indicate to the
AVT-3400’s microprocessor that you wish to change or adjust the function you
have highlighted. You then use the Left and Right arrow buttons to actually make
the adjustment. (The left arrow button decreases the value and the right arrow
increases the value.) Pressing the Exit button returns the unit to normal
operation.
5.2 Sub Menus
Selecting the Input Function: Although you can select inputs using the input
button, you can also select an input using the Menu function.
1. Input
2. Picture
3. TV Function
4. Resolution
5. OSD Function
6. Language
7. Reset
1. TV
2. CVBS
3. S-Video
4. PC
(2)
Use Up and Down
Arrow Buttons to
highlight the function you
wish to adjust or change.
(3)
Select Function to
Adjust.
(1)
Press the Menu
Button to start the
Process.
(4)
Press the Left
and Right Arrow
Buttons to make
the actual
adjustment.
(5)
Press the Exit
Button when you
have finished with
the changes or
Adjustments.
Selecting
‘Input’
causes four possible
selections to appear
as another Menu
Display.
Simply use the Up
and Down arrow
buttons to highlight
the selection you
want and press the
Select Button to
cause the input to
change. Press the
Exit Button to return
to normal operation.
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Selecting the ‘Picture’ Function: By selecting ‘Picture’, you can make several
adjustments to the picture being sent to your monitor. Use the Up and Down
arrow buttons to move to the Menu item called ‘Picture’ and then press the Select
button. Another display will appear and you can navigate that Menu using the
same procedure via the Up and Down arrow buttons followed by the Select
button when you arrive at the parameter you wish to adjust or change.
After you have selected the parameter, use the Left and Right arrow buttons to
make the actual adjustment and then press the Exit button to return to normal
operation.
1. Brightness
2. Contrast
3. Color
4. Hue
5. Sharpness
1. Input
2. Picture
3. TV Function
4. Resolution
5. OSD Function
6. Language
7. Reset
Once you have
made the ‘Picture’
selection from the
new Menu, use the
Left and Right
arrow buttons to
make the change
and then press the
Exit Button to return
to normal
operations.
Note: Use care when making these adjustments. Since content changes from
program to program as well as from channel to channel, you can make an
adjustment for one set of conditions that is completely wrong for another.
Before you make a change, check several channels and programs to make
certain that you are not trying to compensate for a problem caused by the
program provider. If you make a change to a poor quality program––thereby
making it look better––you can cause another program that is, in reality, good
to look very poor. Make changes with care!
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Selecting the TV Function: The ‘TV Function’ covers the set up parameters
governing the way the AVT-3400’s tuner works. Using the procedure explained
above, navigate to the TV Function item and press the Select Button which will
cause another, secondary menu to appear as shown below.
1. Input
2. Picture
3. TV Function
4. Resolution
5. OSD Function
6. Language
7. Reset
1. TV System
2. Channel Edit
3. Fine Tune
4. MTS
5. Full Scan
6. Channel Scan
Item Choice
TV System CATV or Off-Air (NTSC)
Channel Edit Add or Erase Channel
Fine Tune Adjust the TV Tuner
MTS Mono, Stereo or SAP Audio
Selection
Full Scan Discover all TV Channels
Present
Channel Scan Scan only those Channels
already known
The same procedure
as before is used for
these functions: The
Up and Down arrow
buttons allow the
selection of a
parameter and the Left
and Right buttons allow
adjustments. The Exit
button returns your
AVT-3400 to normal
operation.
The table at the left
shows the various
choices for each of the
6 selections in the TV
Function secondary
menu.
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Selecting the Resolution Function: The ‘Resolution’ function represents the
most “dangerous” of the user adjustments because a misstep here can cause the
picture to disappear and once gone it is very difficult to
recover because you are simply taking wild stabs at
getting the image back. For this reason, unless you are
absolutely certain you know the resolution capabilities of
your monitoring device, DO NOT make any adjustments
to this parameter.
On the other hand, if you are certain of the capabilities of
your monitor, you can use this function to optimize the
resolution thereby obtaining the sharpest, brightest and
most colorful image possible.
Selecting the OSD Function: OSD means On Screen Display and this function
allows you to set the screen position and color of the text messages that are
displayed by the AVT-3400.
1. Input
2. Picture
3. TV Function
4. Resolution
5. OSD Function
6. Language
7. Reset
1. 640 x 480 60
2. 800 x 600 60
3.1024 x 768 60
4.1280 x 768 60
5.1280 x 1024 60
6. 640 x 480 75
7. 800 x 600 75
8. 1024 x 768 60
9. 1260 x 768 75
10.1280 x 1024 75
1. Input
2. Picture
3. TV Function
4. Resolution
5. OSD Function
6. Language
7. Reset
1. Input
2. Picture
3. TV Function
4. Resolution
5. OSD Function
6. Language
7. Reset
1. OSD Position
2. OSD Color
Again, the same
procedure as before is
used for changes: The
Up and Down arrow
buttons allow the
selection a parameter
to change followed by
pressing the Select
button to store the
change.
The Exit button returns
your AVT-3400 to
normal operation.
The procedure is a bit
different this time. The
Up and Down arrow
buttons allow the
selection of a para-
meter to adjust as
before but once the
OSD Position function
is selected, you use
the Up and Down as
well as the Left and
Right arrow buttons to
set the position and
then press the Select
button to lock it in.
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Selecting the Language Function: The AVT-3400 can display either English or
Chinese text. The default is English and unless you have a special need, you
shouldn’t have to make an adjustment to this area.
If you do need to make the change, simply navigate to the Language selection,
Press the Select Button and then use the Up and Down arrow buttons followed
by a second press of the Select Button to store the new language display default.
Press the Exit button when you have finished.
5.3 Selecting the Reset Function: If you wish to return the AVT-3400 to the
factory default setting, navigate to the Reset function and press the Select
button. Factory Defaults for all adjustments except resolution will be restored.
5.4 Special Button Functions: There are a few buttons on the Remote
Control whose function may not be immediately clear. The operation of those
buttons is as follows:
MTS Button: This button allows the selection of the Second Language Audio
Channel (if it is present) and also it forces the AVT-3400 to provide audio in
either the Mono or Stereo format. It’s a toggle button meaning it first goes to
Mono when pressed and if pressed again, it goes next to Stereo operation. If
pressed a third time it will decode the second audio channel if present. If pressed
a fourth time, it will repeat the process again starting with Mono audio.
OSD Button: When you press this button, the input source or current channel
will be displayed on the screen. Pressing the button a second time will hide the
OSD display.
RCL Button: Each time you change the channel, the channel you just left is
retained in memory. By pressing the RCL (Recall) button, you revert to the last
viewed channel.
For the color selection, you use the Up and Down buttons plus the Select button. To
exit, press the Exit button to return the AVT-3400 to normal operation.
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SLEEP Button: This button enables an automatic shutdown of the AVT-3400.
When pressed, a display will appear on the screen showing the amount of delay
before the unit turns off. Press the sleep button until the time you want is
highlighted. After a time, the display will disappear and the unit will then turn off
after the programmed time. (You can also select ‘OFF’ in which case the turn off
delay function is cancelled.)
PIP Button: The PIP (Picture-In-Picture) function allows you to view two
channels at once. When you press the PIP button, you can cycle through four
iterations, 1/4 screen, 1/9 screen, 1/16 screen and off. When in the PIP mode,
the channel select buttons will change the channel on the small image.
Use the Up/Down/Left/Right arrow buttons to position the image on the screen.
To remove the PIP image, press the PIP button until the image disappears.
9 CHANNEL PREVIEW Button: This function allows you to preview a group of
channels all at the same time. Pressing this button will result in 9 TV Channels
being displayed, one by one, into nine numbered windows. If you want to view
one of the channels full screen, you simply press the display’s corresponding
number on the keypad of the remote and that channel will be selected.
FC MEMO Button: FC stands for Favorite Channel. This function allows you to
create a list of channels that are your favorites so that you don’t have to deal with
channels you seldom watch.
To use this function, you must first create the list. The sequence for doing this is
as follows:
Press the FC Memo Button.
9 Ch. Preview Button
on the Remote.
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Using the arrow buttons, move the cursor to the position on the matrix
where you want to store the favorite channel.
Use the channel +/- arrow buttons to select the desired channel.
Press the FC Memo key again to store the channel in the list.
Continue selecting matrix positions and channels using the same
procedure as explained above.
Press the Exit button to return to regular operation of the AVT-3400.
FC Scan Button: If you press this button, you will enable a display of the
previously programmed Favorite Channels. Use the numeric buttons or the
Channel +/- buttons to select the channel you wish to view. If you decide to not
make a selection, pressing the Exit button cancels the operation.
6.0 TROUBLESHOOTING
Most problems with the AVT-3400 are caused by improper use of the Menu
Functions. Make certain that you understand the Menu Function you are invoking
before you attempt to execute it. As suggested above, do not use the Resolution
Function at all unless you completely understand what it does and also know for
certain the maximum resolution possible on your monitor.
Other suggestions:
Determine that the AC outlet into which you have plugged the AC adapter is
furnishing power properly and also make certain that all connections, including
the DC power lead from the AC adapter are fully plugged in to the AVT-3400.
Check that the devices connected to the AVT-3400 are performing properly
before you assume that the AVT-3400 is at fault.
Another problem with the AVT-3400 revolves around the cables. Inspect the
cables for loose connectors or cable damage such as crushed cables or cables
with cuts or nicks. Replace any cable exhibiting these problems.
You also must use the highest quality cables if you want to achieve the best
results. Poor quality cables will cause poor quality signals.
After trying the above suggestions should the problem still persist, contact your
dealer for additional suggestions before contacting AV Toolbox. Should the
dealer’s technical personnel be unable to assist you, contact AV Toolbox via our
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