Black Box AVSC-VGA-HDMI-R2 User manual

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BLACK BOX®
Converts analog PC video (VGA) with either
digital audio (S/PDIF) or analog stereo audio
to digital HDMI.
VGA to HDMI Scaler
AVSC-VGA-HDMI-R2

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Trademarks Used in this Manual
Trademarks Used in this Manual
Black Box and the Double Diamond logo are registered trademarks of
BB Technologies, Inc.
HDMI is a registered trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC.
Any other trademarks mentioned in this manual are acknowledged to be
the property of the trademark owners.

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FCC and IC RFI Statements/NOM Statement
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION AND INDUSTRY
CANADA RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy, and if
not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufac-
turer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio communication.
It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing
device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules,
which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such
interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference, in
which case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever mea-
sures may be necessary to correct the interference.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emission
from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of Industry
Canada.
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant
les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de classe A prescrites dans le
Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique publié par Industrie Canada.
Normas Oficiales Mexicanas (NOM)
Electrical Safety Statement
INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD
1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes
de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado.
2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para
referencia futura.
3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones de
operación deben ser respetadas.
4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas.

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NOM Statement
5. El aparato eléctrico no deberá ser usado cerca del agua—por ejemplo,
cerca
de la tina de baño, lavabo, sótano mojado o cerca de una alberca, etc.
6. El aparato eléctrico debe ser usado únicamente con carritos o pedestales
que sean recomendados por el fabricante.
7. El aparato eléctrico debe ser montado a la pared o al techo sólo como sea
recomendado por el fabricante.
8. Servicio—El usuario no debe intentar dar servicio al equipo eléctrico más
allá a lo descrito en las instrucciones de operación. Todo otro servicio
deberá ser referido a personal de servicio calificado.
9. El aparato eléctrico debe ser situado de tal manera que su posición no
interfiera su uso. La colocación del aparato eléctrico sobre una cama, sofá,
alfombra o superficie similar puede bloquea la ventilación, no se debe
colocar en libreros o gabinetes que impidan el flujo de aire por los orificios
de ventilación.
10. El equipo eléctrico deber ser situado fuera del alcance de fuentes de calor
como radiadores, registros de calor, estufas u otros aparatos (incluyendo
amplificadores) que producen calor.
11. El aparato eléctrico deberá ser connectado a una fuente de poder sólo
del tipo descrito en el instructivo de operación, o como se indique en el
aparato.
12. Precaución debe ser tomada de tal manera que la tierra fisica y la
polarización del equipo no sea eliminada.
13. Los cables de la fuente de poder deben ser guiados de tal manera que no
sean pisados ni pellizcados por objetos colocados sobre o contra ellos,
poniendo particular atención a los contactos y receptáculos donde salen
del aparato.
14. El equipo eléctrico debe ser limpiado únicamente de acuerdo a las
recomendaciones del fabricante.
15. En caso de existir, una antena externa deberá ser localizada lejos de las
lineas de energia.
16. El cable de corriente deberá ser desconectado del cuando el equipo no
sea usado por un largo periodo de tiempo.

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NOM Statement/Safety Notice
17. Cuidado debe ser tomado de tal manera que objectos liquidos no sean
derramados sobre la cubierta u orificios de ventilación.
18. Servicio por personal calificado deberá ser provisto cuando:
A: El cable de poder o el contacto ha sido dañado; u
B: Objectos han caído o líquido ha sido derramado dentro del aparato; o
C: El aparato ha sido expuesto a la lluvia; o
D: El aparato parece no operar normalmente o muestra un cambio en su
desempeño; o
E: El aparato ha sido tirado o su cubierta ha sido dañada.
Safety Notice
Please read and follow the safety instructions to protect yourself from possible
injury and to minimize the risk of damage to the unit.
• Follow all instructions and warnings marked on the unit.
• Do not attempt to service the unit yourself, except where explained in this
manual.
• Provide proper ventilation and air circulation and do not use near water.
• Keep objects that might damage the device away from it, and place the unit
on stable surfaces.
• Only use the power adapter, power cords, and connection cables designed for
the unit.
• Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners to clean this unit. Always unplug the
power to the device before cleaning.

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1. Specifications.........................................................................................7
2. Overview................................................................................................9
2.1 Introduction ..................................................................................9
2.2 Features.........................................................................................9
2.3 What’s Included ............................................................................9
2.4 Hardware Description .................................................................10
3. Connection Diagram ...........................................................................12
4. OSD Menu ...........................................................................................13
5. Operation.............................................................................................15
6. Troubleshooting.................................................................................. 22
6,.1 Problems/Solutions .................................................................... 22
6.2 Contacting Black Box................................................................. 23
6.3 Shipping and Packaging............................................................. 23

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Chapter 1: Specifications
1. Specifications
Approvals CE, FCC
Audio Support Stereo PCM (48 kHz only), Digital SPDIF
Enclosure Metal wall mounting case with screws
ESD Protection Human body model:
±19 kV (air-gap discharge) and
±12 kV (contact discharge);
Core chipset: ±2 kV
Firmware Update via USB Port
Frequency Bandwidth Input: 165 MHz;
Output: 165 MHz
Connectors Input: (1) VGA, (1) S/PDIF, (1) Stereo;
Output: (1) HDMI;
Control and Power: (1) USB Mini B
Indicators (1) Red LED for Power;
(1) Green LED for Video Signal
Environment Temperature Tolerance:
Operating: 32 to 104° F (0 to 40° C);
Storage: -4 to +140° F (-20 to +60° C)
Relative Humidity: 20–90%, noncondensing
Power Power supply: 5 VDC, 2 A;
Consumption 5 Watts (max.)
Dimensions 1.1"H x 3.6"W x 3.3"D (2.8 x 9.2 x 8.3 cm)
Weight 9.1 oz. (260 g)

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Chapter 1: Specifications
Resolution Specifications for AVSC-VGA-HDMI-R2
Input Output
640 x 480
800 x 600
1024 x 768
1280 x 720
1280 x 800
1280 x 1024
1600 x 1200
1680 x 1050
1920 x 1080
1920 x 1200
720p @ 60/50 Hz
1080p @ 60/50 Hz
720 x 480i @ 60 Hz
720 x 576i @ 50 Hz
720 x 480p @ 60 Hz
720 x 576p @ 50 Hz
1280 x 720p @ 60 Hz
1280 x 720p @ 59 Hz
1280 x 720p @ 50 Hz
1280 x 720p @ 30 Hz
1280 x 720p @ 25 Hz
1920 x 1080i @ 60 Hz
1920 x 1080i @ 59 Hz
1920 x 1080i @ 50 Hz
1920 x 1080p @ 60 Hz
1920 x 1080p @ 59 Hz
1920 x 1080p @ 50 Hz
1920 x 1080p @ 30 Hz
1920 x 1080p @ 25 Hz
1920 x 1080p @ 24 Hz
640 x 480p @ 60 Hz
640 x 480p @ 75 Hz
800 x 600p @ 60 Hz
800 x 600p @ 75 Hz
1024 x 768p @ 60 Hz
1024 x 768p @ 75 Hz
1280 x 1024p @ 60 Hz
1280 x 1024p @ 75 Hz
1360 x 768p @ 60 Hz
1366 x 768p @ 60 Hz
1400 x 1050p @ 60 Hz
1600 x 1200p @ 60 Hz
1440 x 900p @ 60 Hz
1440 x 900p @ 75 Hz
1680 x 1050p @ 60 Hz
1680 x 1050p RB
1920 x 1080p RB
1920 x 1200p RB

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Chapter 2: Overview
2. Overview
2.1 Introduction
Scalers work to convert and scale a type of video/audio signal to another type
of video/audio signal. This enables you to use differently formatted video/audio
signals on differently formatted display screens. Scaling allows for changing
resolutions to increase quality or improve compatibility.
The VGA to HDMI Scaler (AVSC-VGA-HDMI-R2) converts analog PC video (VGA)
with either digital audio (S/PDIF) or analog stereo audio to digital HDMI. With
this module, VGA based devices such as PC with S/PDIF or analog stereo audio
can readily connect to your HDMI TV. Presentations, demonstrations, or digital
signage becomes easier and more cost effective.
2.2 Features
• Auto-detect function.
• Locking HDMI connector.
• Locking power or optional USB powered.
• IR remote control
• Remote configuration via Mini-USB
• OSD control interface
• Maximum pixel rate: 165 MHz
• S/PDIF and Stereo input supported
• Deinterlacer supported
• Supports noise reduction and video enhancement features
• Over/under scanning adjustable
• Video H/V mirror supported
• Active video area adjustment supported
• USB firmware upgradable for expanding compatibility
• Wallmount housing design for easy installation
2.3 What’s Included
• VGA to HDMI Scaler
• 5-VDC, 2 A power supply unit
• IR Remote control
• User Manual
• Installation Software CD

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Chapter 2: Overview
2.4 Hardware Description
Figures 2-1 and 2-2 show the front and back panels of the scaler. Table 2-1
describes its components.
1 2 3 5 6 7 8
4
Figure 2-1. Front panel.
10 11 12 13
9
Figure 2-2. Back panel.

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Chapter 2: Overview
Table 2-1. Scaler components.
Number Component Description
1S/PDIF Audio
IN connector
Connects to digital S/PDIF audio source
2DIP switch For firmware update:
ON (UP): firmware update mode;
OFF (DOWN): normal mode
3LED indicator (1) Signal LED (green)
4LED indicator (1) Power LED (red)
5IR sensor Used to receive the IR commands from IR
remote
6Push button Down button
7Push button Up button
8Push button Menu/Enter button
9Interlocking
power jack
Connects to 5 VDC power supply unit
10 Mini-USB port • Used for firmware update
• Connects to 5 VDC power supply unit
11 Stereo audio
IN
Connect to analog stereo audio source
12 HDMI OUT
connector
Connect to a HDMI display via an HDMI male-
male cable.
13 VGA IN
connector
Connect to a VGA source

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Chapter 3: Connection Diagram
3. Connection Diagram
VGA to HDMI Scaler
(AVSC-VGA-HDMI-R2)
front
VGA to HDMI Scaler
back
VGA
cable
S/PDIF
audio in
HDMI cable
Figure 3-1. Typical application.
Stereo audio
cable

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Chapter 4: OSD Menu
4. OSD Menu
Table 4-1. OSD menu.
Option Description Settings
1. Output Setup Output Mode
Default Pattern Disable (Default);
Window;
H-Ramp;
V-Ramp;
H-Gray;
V-Gray;
H-Color;
V-Color
Audio Source Analog;
SPDIF
2. Image Contrast 0–255 (Default 128)
Brightness 0–255 (Default 128)
Saturation 0–255 (Default 128)
Hue 0–255 (Default 128)
B/W Extension Off (Default)
On
Color Tone Off (Default)
Skin
Green

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Chapter 4: OSD Menu
Table 4-1 (continued). OSD menu.
Option Description Settings
2. Image
(continued)
Edge Enhance Typ. (Default);
Mid;
Max;
Off
Sharpness 0–127 (Default 0)
3. Adjustment Under/Over Scan -50%–50% (Default Off)
Aspect Ratio 16:9 (Default);
4:3
H-Mirror Off (Default);
On
V-Mirror Off (Default);
On
Input H Adj
Input V Adj
4. System In-Sync Info
Firmware Version
Factory Reset No (Default);
Yes

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Chapter 5: Operation
5. Operation
Method A: Push-in Button
See Figure 5-1.
Down Up Menu
Figure 5-1. Location of push buttons on the scaler.
Method B: IR Remote Control
Figure 5-2. Remote control.

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Chapter 5: Operation
Table 5-1. IR remote control functions.
Button Function
FREEZE Freeze video
ASPECT RATIO Aspect ratio change
BLANK Blank video
EXIT Exit OSD
ENTER Enter key
UP Up key
LEFT Left key
RIGHT Right key
DOWN Down key
MENU Menu on
INPUT INFO Source resolution information
1080p60 Select 1080p60 output resolution
1080i60 Select 1080i60 output resolution
720p60 Select 720p60 output resolution
480p60 Select 480p60 output resolution

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Chapter 5: Operation
Method C: Remote Configuration through Mini-USB port
Figure 5-3.
Table 5-2. IR remote control through mini-USB port screen functions.
Number in Figure 5-3 Function
1COM Port Selection
2COM Port Detection Button
3Output Setup Button
4Image Button
5Adjustment Button
6System Button
7Input/Output Resolution Info
8Refresh Input/Output Resolution Info Button
9Output Quick Selection Button

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Chapter 5: Operation
1. COM Port Selection
Please select the COM PORT application.
Figure 5-4. Select COM port.
2. COM Port Detection Button
Click on the curved-arrow button to detect the COM PORT.
3. Output Setup Button
Figure 5-5.

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4. Image Button
Figure 5-6.
5. Adjustment Button
Figure 5 -7.

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Chapter 5: Operation
6. System Button
Figure 5-8. System screen.
1) In-Sync Info:
To view the current input resolution
2) Factory Reset Button
3) Firmware Update Button
Figure 5-9. Firmware update screen.