Converters.TV CDM-680 User manual

Multisystem Digital Converter w/
TBC Frame Synchronizer
Operation Manual
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Introduction
This unit is a multisytem TBC digital converter that automatically processes video input
of any system - NTSC 3.58/4.43, PAL, PAL M , PAL N, SECAM. It is Ideal for
rectifying any video errors and abnormal picture.
The unit restores any de-shaped or distorted vertical and horizontal sync. as well as
colour burst. Elimination of picture jittering is enabled through Dual-field full-frame
reconstruction.
recautions
1. Do not expose this product to direct sunlight.
2. Keep the unit away from radiator, heat sources and magnetic field.
3. Do not place it in very dusty or humid locations.
4. Use this unit in a horizontal position only.
5. Do not put heavy objects on top of the converter.
6. Put the unit in an open space that has good ventilation.
7. If the unit is acting abnormally keep the unit away from TV or other electronic
equipment.
8. Unplug the unit from the power supply when it is not to be used for a long period
of time.
Features
•Restore distorted or de-shaped vertical and horizontal sync. and colour burst.
•Eliminate picture jittering and ensure stable image on screen through Dual-field
full-frame reconstruction.
•Correct time error of video that is normally associated with VCR source.
•Adjust Brightness, Color, Tint, Sharpness and Contrast to improve video picture.
•A true multisystem Time Base Corrector automatically processes video input of
any systems-NTSC, NTSC 4.43, PAL, PAL M, PAL N, SECAM.
•Digital comb filter for input Y/C separation offers best output quality.
•Built-in automatic gain control (AGC) ensures 1 Vp-p output signal (input level
ranges from 0.5 Vp-p to 2 Vp-p).
•Automatically sending out colour bar patterns when there is no video signal
present on the input.
•Digital conversion from input TV signals of NTSC 3.58, NTSC 4.43, PAL, PAL
M, PAL N, SECAM to output signals of NTSC 3.58, NTSC 4.43, PAL, PAL M,
PAL N, SECAM.
•Ideal for use in rectifying any video errors and abnormal picture.
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Operation Controls and Functions
Front Panel
•Input Video System Indicator:
Auto, N3, N4, PAL, PAL M, PAL N, SECAM.
1. A illuminates when input auto detection mode is selected.
2. N illuminates when input system is set to NTSC 3.58.
3. N4 illuminates when input system is set to NTSC 4.43
4. PAL illuminates when input system is set to PAL (BDGIK).
5. PAL M illuminates when input system is set to PAL M.
6. PAL N illuminates when input system is set to PAL N.
7. SECAM illuminates when input system is set to SECAM.
Auto/Manual detection mode: Press the “Select” button repeatedly until one of the six
LEDs on the top row light up steadily (so that there is no blinking), which means a video
system is selected. Then press the “Reset” button to switch between auto and manual
detection mode for the input. hen auto mode is selected the “Auto” LED will illuminate
along with one of the system LED. hen manual mode is selected use “–“ button to
select your desired input system.
• icture Adjustment controls:
1. Select: Press this button continuously to choose the picture adjustment you wish to
do. Each depression of the button will toggle through adjustment controls as follows-
contrast- bright- colour- tint- sharpness.
2. + Button- Press the button for increasing picture effect value.
3. – Button- Press the button for decreasing the picture effect value.
4. Reset- hen pressing the reset button, the setting of the selected control will be
reset to its default value.
* If you press reset for over 5 seconds, all controls will be reset to their default
values.
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• Output Video System/ icture Adjustment Indicators:
Each of the six indicators on the top row represents two different meanings:
-hen the LED illuminates constantly (where there is no blinking), it represents
output video system- SECAM, PAL N, PAL M, PAL, NTSC 4.43 and NTSC 3.58.
-hen the LED blinks, it represents one of the five adjustment parameters- sharpness,
tint, colour, bright and contrast.
Output system select- Use Select and + buttons
hen your press “Select” button repeatedly, it will toggle through various picture
adjustments and output systems. Once the LED has circled through to the output system
(where there is no blinking), press the + button repeatedly to choose your desired output
video system.
icture Adjust- Use Select and +/- buttons
hen you press the “select” button continuously it will toggle through your desired
picture adjustment parameter, then use +/- button to increase/decrease setting value
Rear Panel
1. Video Input- This is the Composite Video input port. Connect the port to your
device using a RCA connector cable.
2. S-Video Input- This is the S-Video input port. Connect the port to your device
using a mini-din connector.
3. ower- DC 15V Center Negative- This is the power supply input port. Connect
the power supply to the port.
4. Video Output- This is the Composite Video output port. Connect the port to your
device using a RCA connector cable.
5. S-Video Output- This is the S-Video output port. Connect the port to your device
using a mini-din connector.
* The unit will automatically detect the video input (Video/S-Video) when either one of
the input is connected. hen both inputs are connected, S-Video input has the preference
over composite video.
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Connection and Installation
The AC adaptor power unit should not be plugged into a wall outlet until all
connections are complete.
-Connect your device (Video cassette recorder/ laser disc/ satellite receiver/
camcorder) to your Video/S-Video input ports. The Composite Video port requires a
RCA connector, while the S-Video port requires a mini-din connector for connection
to the device.
-Connect your device (Video recorder or TV) to your Video/S-Video output ports. The
Composite Video requires a RCA connector, while the S-Video port requires a mini-
din connector for connection to the device.
-Connect your power supply to the power supply input port.
Once all connections are complete, switch the power button ON and please connect
the power supply provided to the power socket.
Specifications
Input TV System NTSC 3.58, NTSC 4.43, PAL, PAL M,
PAL N, SECAM.
Output TV System NTSC 3.58, NTSC 4.43, PAL, PAL M,
PAL N, SECAM.
Connection Terminals Video Input: 1 S-Video Input: 1
Video Output: 1 S-Video Output: 1
Sampling Frequency Y: 13.5 MHz
R-Y: 6.75 MHz
B-Y: 6.75 MHz
Digital Code Bit Y: 8 bits
R-Y: 8 bits
B-Y: 8 bits
Line Conversion 525-625 lines
Field Conversion 60-50 fields
rocessing Controls Contrast, Bright, Colour, Tint, Sharpness.
Frequency Response 400 lines
S/N Ratio 50 dB
ower Supply DC 15V 600mA Center negative
Dimensions 145 ( ) x 95 (D) x 34 (H) mm
Weight 1 kg
Memory 6M bits
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