Black Box VGA-Video Ultimate AC334A User manual

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ZOOM/FREEZE
POWER
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724-746-5500 VGA-Video Ultimate
FREEZE ZOOM NTSC/PAL SIZE RESET POWER
AC334A
Back Panel View
DC IN MOUSE MIC
IN AUDIO OUT VGA IN/OUT
(MAC)
Side View
RGB Video RGB OUT VIDEO OUT S-OUT
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Remote
Control

Specifications:
System Hardware Computer of one of these types:
Required: IBM AT, PS/2, or compatible with VGA output, or Apple Macintosh or compatible supporting standard
Macintosh display mode (640 x 480, 31.5 or 35 KHz); TV set with one of these inputs: composite video,
S-video, analog RGBS video, or (with modulator) RF.
System Software Microsoft serial mouse driver or included utility (IBM compatibles only)
Required:
Interfaces: Input: VGA or Macintosh video
Output: Composite video, S-video, RGBS video, and VGA or Macintosh video.
Resolutions VGA: Up to 1024 x 768 (46.4KHz hsync/60 Hz vsync), 800 x 600 (35.2KHz hsync/56 Hz vsync) or 640 x 480 sup
ported: (37.9KHz hsync/72 Hz vsync);
MAC: 640 x 480 (35 KHz hsync 66.6 Hz vsync)
Color: Full color support, including 24-bit (true color) input.
Horizontal sync 24 to 38 KHz (autosensing)
supported:
Vertical sync 56 to 72 KHz
(Refresh rates)
supported:
Maximum Distance: 50 ft. (15.2 m) to any input or output device.
User Controls: Top-mounted and remote controls for: Freeze, Zoom, Width (Overscan/Underscan), PAL/NTSC, sharpness,
and Power (On/Off)
Indicators: Top-mounted: Power LED, Zoom/Freeze LED, PAL/NTSC LED
cont. on next page

Connectors: (8) Side -mounted:
(1) DB15HD female for computer video (IN/OUT)
(1) RCA jack for composite video output;
(1) 4-pin mini-DIN for S-video output;
(1) 9-pin mini-DIN female for RGBS video;
(1) DB15HD female for computer video (IN/OUT);
(1) RCA jack for composite video output;
(1) 4-pin mini-Din for S-video;
(1) 9-pin mini-Din female for RGBS video output;
(1) barrel jack for power output;
(1) 6-pin mini-Din female for remote mouse
(1) MIC input
(1) Audio output
Power: From wallmount power supply:
Input: 100 to 240 VAC; 47 to 63 Hz
Output: 7.5 VDC at 1.2 A
Introduction
General Overview:
The VGA-Video Ultimate is a portable high-resolution computer-to-TV video converter. It transfers images from your computer for
display on a TV or video projector of any size or for recording on a VCR of any type (VHS, VHS-C, 8mm or Beta). The Ultimate is
completely hardware based - you don't have to run any computer software to make the converter work ( A driver is required for the
remote mouse function ). Its portability, easy installation and use, features and high-resolution display make it perfect for presentations,
training, kiosks, education, and a host of other applications.

Features:
ŸLatest generation filter technology brings you clear, 100% flicker-free video.
ŸPure hardware design.
ŸWith "Automatic Mode Detection", the Ultimate supports horizontal synchronization (refresh) rates from 24 to 38 KHz (autosensing)
and vertical synchronization (refresh) rates from 56 to 72 KHz (autosensing for all colors.
ŸSupports NTSC and PAL (switch-selectable) video for the TV output.
ŸZoom-by-2 function allows areas of the screen to be enlarged for special emphasis.
ŸOne touch freeze screen function.
ŸMIC IN and AUDIO OUT allows for microphone use to add narration to presentations.
ŸBrightness and sharpness control.
ŸAdjustable vertical and horizontal position of image.
ŸOverscan and underscan control.
ŸThree simultaneous video output ports (Composite, S-Video and RGBS (SCART)
Installation:
System Requirements
ŸIBM PC Compatible 386, 486, Pentium or faster with VGA/SVGA/XGA Display card.
ŸFloppy-disk drive.
ŸHard Disk.
ŸWindows 95 or later (for remote mouse only).
ŸVGA monitor.
ŸTV, VCR, or large-screen display with composite video or S-Video input.
ŸTV, VCR or large-screen display with audio input or Audio Auxillary input on any mixer or PA system.
ŸMicrosoft Serial mouse capability (for remote mouse only).
NOTE:
The VGA/Video Ultimate should support any VGA computer that has a vertical display frequency between 56 and 72 Hz, and
horizontal display frequency between 31.5 and 38 KHz. However, because video circuitry connectors and computer display
cards differ widely among manufacturers and devices, we cannot guarantee that the Ultimate will function correctly in any
non-standard application.

Installation Procedures:
VGA Systems
Take these steps to install your Ultimate:
1. Turn off your computer.
2. Plug the supplied VGA Y-cable (the end with the Y-connection) into your computer's VGA output and the other end into the
VGA IN/OUT of the Ultimate.
3. If using a local monitor, plug the monitors VGA cable into the short end of the Y-Cable.
4. If using the composite video output, plug one end of the included composite video cable into the Ultimate's Video Out and
the other end into the Video In on your TV, VCR, etc.
a. If using the higher quality S-Video video output, plug one end of the included S-Video video cable into the Ultimates
S-Video Out and the other end into the S-Video In on your TV, VCR, etc.
b. To use the RGB output, switch the RGB - Video switch to the RGB setting. If using the RGBS video output, plug the
DB9 end of an RGBS cable (not included) into the Ultimate's RGB Video Out. If the other end of this cable is a SCART
connector, plug it into the SCART connector of your TV, VCR, etc. If, however, the other end of this cable has four
BNC connectors, plug them into the RED, GREEN, BLUE, and SYNC connectors of the RGBS Video In port of your TV,
VCR, etc. If you need an RGBS cable, contact BLACK BOX for technical assistance.
5. Plug the output cord of the Ultimate's power supply into the DC IN jack on the Ultimate. Plug the power supply into a
working electrical outlet.
6. If using a local monitor with the Ultimate, plug it into a working electrical outlet and turn it on.
7. Plug the Serial Mouse cable into the MOUSE port of the Ultimate, and plug the other end into the serial port on your
computer. (Use the DB9 to DB25 adapter if necessary).
8. Turn on the Ultimate.
9. Turn on your computer.
NOTE:
Some portable computers require that the VGA output be activated for the external VGA port to function. If the Ultimate is
connected correctly and you have picture on the receiving TV or projector, this may be the cause. Consult the User's Guide
that came with your computer if you're unsure how this is accomplished. The portable computer's LCD display may need to
be deactivated with this procedure.

10. Insert (2) AAA batteries into the remote control.
11. Turn on your TV, VCR, etc. If necessary, select Video IN (or S-Video In or RGBS Video IN) as the receiving device's
video input source. If you're unsure how this is done, consult the Owner's Manual for the receiving device.
12. Insert the "VGA-Video Ultimate" installation disk.
13. Run "SETUP".
14. Choose COM port setting that corresponds with the COM port to which you connected the mouse cable.
15. Installation sets up the Folder "Ultimate" in the Programs Menu. Run the program any time you wish to use the
Remote Mouse function.
NOTE:
The power ON/OFF switch toggles the power for the Ultimate, but the remote mouse will continue to function if connected with
the power off. The ZOOM LED will blink as long as the power supply is plugged in.
Operation:
While plugged in and securely connected with the power on, the Ultimate performs signal conversion more or less automatically. For
this reason, operating Ultimate consists primarily of using its controls to fine-tune your application. The controls are detailed below:
ŸHORIZONTAL/VERTICAL position adjustments
Indicated by arrows on the converter and on the remote.
ŸFREEZE button
Toggle between frozen and normal display
ŸZOOM button
Toggle between Zoom and Normal display. The buttons on the remote labeled with diagonal arrows represent the
Area Zoom, and when pressed zooms the corresponding quadrant of the TV display.
NOTE:
When the image has been enlarged using the ZOOM controls, the V.POS, H.POS and FREEZE functions will operate. The
SIZE control will not operate.

ŸSIZE button
This button is used to control the size of the output on TV.
ŸNTSC/PAL button
This switch selects the output video standard. Normal selections are NTSC (common in North America and Japan)
and PAL (common in Europe). Setting this switch to the wrong mode will result in a loss of color and/or vertical sync.
ŸRGB - VIDEO Switch
This switch enables the various outputs. On VIDEO, the composite and S-video outputs function simultaneously.
On RGB, only the RGB output functions.
ŸRESET button
This button resets the TV display position to the default.
ŸPower button
Toggle between power on & off. But even when powered off, the wireless mouse is still functional & the ZOOM LED
blinks, as long as a power adapter is connected.