Cypress TruVolume DCT-8S SRS User manual

DCT-8S SRS
TruVolume HDMI v1.3
Volume Leveler
Operation Manual
DCT-8S

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Version 1.0 October 2009
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Safety Precautions
Please read all instructions before attempting to unpack or install or
operate this equipment, and before connecting the power supply.
Please keep the following in mind as you unpack and install this
equipment:
 Always follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of
fire, electrical shock and injury to persons.
 To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain,
moisture or install this product near water.
 Never spill liquid of any kind on or into this product.
 Never push an object of any kind into this product through
module openings or empty slots, as you may damage parts.
 Do not attach the power supply cabling to building surfaces.
 Do not allow anything to rest on the power cabling or allow it to
be abused by persons walking on it.
 To protect the equipment from overheating, do not block the
slots and openings in the module housing that provide
ventilation.
Revision History
Version No Date Summary of Change
V1 20091008 Preliminary Release

Table of Contents
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1. Introduction…………………………………………………........……….
2. Applications……………………..…………………………................….
3. Package Contents…………………………......…………….............…
4. System Requirements……...…………………..….…………........…….
5. Features…………………………………………….......……........………
6. Specications..………………………………………...........………...….
7. Operation Controls and Functions………………...……........………
7.1 Top Panel .................................................................................
7.2 Left Side Panel…………………………………...............…….…
7.3 Right Side Panel........................................................................
8. Connection and Installation …….…………………..........…..…..…...

1. Introduction
This most advanced HDMI to HDMI audio repeater and decoder incorporating
SRS TruVolume™ technology will free you from volume fluctuations when
switching TV channels. This device is HDMI v1.3 compliant and can transfer
deep color video with high bandwidth up to 225MHz . It also does signal
amplification with equalization for repeater function. The device will prevent
annoying fluctuations from obnoxious commercials or bursting sounds from
action scenes. Although it maintains a satisfactory volume level, it will not
make you miss any sounds during low tone conversations or light orchestra.
The HDMI SRS TruVolume processor is definitely the best choice for your
sounding and viewing pleasure.
2. Applications
 Cable TV entertainment
 Movie entertainment at night
 Musical or Orchestra CD listening
 Individual Video & Audio entertainment
3. Package Contents
 SRS TruVolume™ HDMI volume Leveler
 5V DC power adaptor
 Operation Manual
4. System Requirements
Input source equipment such as DVD, set-top-box or Blue Ray player with
HDMI cable and output display such as amplifier, TV or displayer with HDMI
cable.
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5. Features
 HDMI v1.3, HDCP v1.1 and DVI v1.0 compliant
 Supports high definition input up to 1080p@(24/60)Hz, output resolution
follows input
 Support HDMI signal amplification and equalization output for repeater
function.
 Supports 2 channels audio from HDMI input to HDMI output ports.
 Integrated HDCP encryption for transmitting protected audio and video
content
 Support CEC bypass
 Regulates TV / Satellite / Radio broadcast volume level
 Auto adjust volume to your best hearing acceptance
 Boosts low and high-frequency content dynamically, using an advanced
psychoacoustic modeling engine making the entire listening experience
come alive, regardless of the audio level
 HDMI cable distance test with 1080p/8 bits resolution, the input/output
source can run up to 15/10 meters and 1080p/12 bits can run up to 10/15
meters
 Simple connection and easy installation, no software require
6. Specications
Input Port 1 x HDMI
HDMI Input Audio Format 2 channels (PCM 32K/44.1K/48K only)
Output Port 1 x HDMI
HDMI Output Audio Format 2 channels
Power Supply 5V / 1A DC (US/EU standard, CE/FCC/UL certified)
Dimensions(mm) 100 (W) x 70 (D) x 20 (H)
Weight(g) 90
Chassis Material Plastic
Silkscreen Color White
Operating Temperature 0°C ~ 40°C / 32°F ~ 104°F
Storage Temperature -20°C~60°C / -4°F ~ 140°F
Power Consumption 6W
Relative Humidity 20~90% RH (no condensation)
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5. Features
 HDMI v1.3, HDCP v1.1 and DVI v1.0 compliant
 Supports high definition input up to 1080p@(24/60)Hz, output resolution
follows input
 Support HDMI signal amplification and equalization output for repeater
function.
 Supports 2 channels audio from HDMI input to HDMI output ports.
 Integrated HDCP encryption for transmitting protected audio and video
content
 Support CEC bypass
 Regulates TV / Satellite / Radio broadcast volume level
 Auto adjust volume to your best hearing acceptance
 Boosts low and high-frequency content dynamically, using an advanced
psychoacoustic modeling engine making the entire listening experience
come alive, regardless of the audio level
 HDMI cable distance test with 1080p/8 bits resolution, the input/output
source can run up to 15/10 meters and 1080p/12 bits can run up to 10/15
meters
 Simple connection and easy installation, no software require
6. Specications
Input Port 1 x HDMI
HDMI Input Audio Format 2 channels (PCM 32K/44.1K/48K only)
Output Port 1 x HDMI
HDMI Output Audio Format 2 channels
Power Supply 5V / 1A DC (US/EU standard, CE/FCC/UL certified)
Dimensions(mm) 100 (W) x 70 (D) x 20 (H)
Weight(g) 90
Chassis Material Plastic
Silkscreen Color White
Operating Temperature 0°C ~ 40°C / 32°F ~ 104°F
Storage Temperature -20°C~60°C / -4°F ~ 140°F
Power Consumption 6W
Relative Humidity 20~90% RH (no condensation)
7. Operation Controls and Functions
7.1 Top Panel
POWER
VOLUME LEVELER
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①POWER: Press this button to turn ON or set the device to standby mode.
7.2 Left Side Panel
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DC 5V
HDMI IN
①HDMI In: This slot is where you plug in your source equipment such as set-
top-box or DVD player with HDMI cable.
②DC 5V: This slot is where you plug the power adaptor and connect to the
AC wall outlet.
7.3 Right Side Panel
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OFF
ON
SRS TruVolume
HDMI OUT
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①SRS TruVolume OFF/ON: This switch is to turn the SRS TruVolume function
to ON or OFF. When switch to ON the SRS TruVolume will perform the
volume control and when switch to OFF the SRS TruVolume will not
perform and the signal will be bypass by the device.
②HDMI OUT: This slot is where you connect the display with HDMI cable.
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8. Connection and Installation
DVD
Blue Ray
Set-Top-Box
DCT-8S
TV
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Acronyms A
Acronym Complete Term
CEC Consumer Elelctronics Control
DVI Digital Visual Interface
HDCP High-bandwith Digital Content Protection
HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface
SRS Sound Retrieval System
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