Data Video DAC-8P User manual

DAC-8P
SDI TO HDMI CONVERTER
Instruction Manual
www.datavideo.com

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Table of Contents
FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT ................................................ 3
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS .............................................. 3
WARRANTY ............................................................................. 5
STANDARD WARRANTY ................................................................. 5
THREE YEAR WARRANTY ............................................................... 5
DISPOSAL ................................................................................ 6
FRONT PANEL.......................................................................... 7
REAR PANEL ............................................................................ 8
SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................... 10
SERVICE & SUPPORT.............................................................. 12
Disclaimer of Product & Services
The information offered in this instruction manual is intended as a guide only. At all times, Datavideo
Technologies will try to give correct, complete and suitable information. However, Datavideo Technologies
cannot exclude that some information in this manual, from time to time, may not be correct or may be
incomplete. This manual may contain typing errors, omissions or incorrect information. Datavideo
Technologies always recommend that you double check the information in this document for accuracy
before making any purchase decision or using the product. Datavideo Technologies is not responsible for
any omissions or errors, or for any subsequent loss or damage caused by using the information contained
within this manual. Further advice on the content of this manual or on the product can be obtained by
contacting your local Datavideo Office or dealer.

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FCC Compliance Statement
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Warnings and Precautions
1. Read all of these warnings and save them for later reference.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this unit.
3. Unplug this unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or
aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
4. Do not use this unit in or near water.
5. Do not place this unit on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The unit may
fall, causing serious damage.
6. Slots and openings on the cabinet top, back, and bottom are provided for
ventilation. To ensure safe and reliable operation of this unit, and to
protect it from overheating, do not block or cover these openings. Do not
place this unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface, as the ventilation
openings on the bottom of the cabinet will be blocked. This unit should
never be placed near or over a heat register or radiator. This unit should
not be placed in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is
provided.
7. This product should only be operated from the type of power source
indicated on the marking label of the AC adapter. If you are not sure of the
type of power available, consult your Datavideo dealer or your local power
company.
8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this unit
where the power cord will be walked on, rolled over, or otherwise
stressed.
9. If an extension cord must be used with this unit, make sure that the total
of the ampere ratings on the products plugged into the extension cord do
not exceed the extension cord rating.

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10. Make sure that the total amperes of all the units that are plugged into a
single wall outlet do not exceed 15 amperes.
11. Never push objects of any kind into this unit through the cabinet
ventilation slots, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out
parts that could result in risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of
any kind onto or into this unit.
12. Except as specifically explained elsewhere in this manual, do not attempt
to service this product yourself. Opening or removing covers that are
marked “Do Not Remove” may expose you to dangerous voltage points or
other risks, and will void your warranty. Refer all service issues to qualified
service personnel.
13. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer to qualified service
personnel under the following conditions:
a. When the power cord is damaged or frayed;
b. When liquid has spilled into the unit;
c. When the product has been exposed to rain or water;
d. When the product does not operate normally under normal operating
conditions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions in this manual; improper adjustment of other controls may
result in damage to the unit and may often require extensive work by a
qualified technician to restore the unit to normal operation;
e. When the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged;
f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating
a need for service.

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Warranty
Standard Warranty
•Datavideo equipment are guaranteed against any manufacturing defects for
one year from the date of purchase.
•The original purchase invoice or other documentary evidence should be
supplied at the time of any request for repair under warranty.
•The product warranty period beings on the purchase date. If the purchase
date is unknown, the product warranty period begins on the thirtieth day
after shipment from a Datavideo office.
•Damage caused by accident, misuse, unauthorized repairs, sand, grit or
water is not covered under warranty.
•Viruses and malware infections on the computer systems are not covered
under warranty.
•Any errors that are caused by unauthorized third-party software
installations, which are not required by our computer systems, are not
covered under warranty.
•All mail or transportation costs including insurance are at the expense of
the owner.
•All other claims of any nature are not covered.
•Cables and batteries are not covered under warranty.
•Warranty only valid in the country or region of purchase.
•Your statutory rights are not affected.
Three Year Warranty
•All Datavideo products purchased after July 1st, 2017 are qualified for a free
two years extension to the standard warranty, providing the product is
registered with Datavideo within 30 days of purchase.
•Certain parts with limited lifetime expectancy such as LCD panels, DVD
drives, Hard Drive, Solid State Drive, SD Card, USB Thumb Drive, Lighting,
Camera module, PCIe Card are covered for 1 year.
•The three-year warranty must be registered on Datavideo's official website
or with your local Datavideo office or one of its authorized distributors
within 30 days of purchase.

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Disposal
For EU Customers only - WEEE Marking
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates
that this product must not be disposed of with your other
household waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to
dispose of your waste equipment by handing it over to a
designated collection point for the recycling of waste
electrical and electronic equipment. The separate
collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the
time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources
and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the
environment. For more information about where you can drop off your waste
equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, your household
waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
CE Marking is the symbol as shown on the left of this
page. The letters "CE" are the abbreviation of French
phrase "Conformité Européene" which literally means
"European Conformity". The term initially used was "EC
Mark" and it was officially replaced by "CE Marking" in
the Directive 93/68/EEC in 1993. "CE Marking" is now
used in all EU official documents.

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Front Panel
HD/SD - SDI Input & Output (bypass)
SDI provides video signals for professional applications
and allows long distance signal transmission.
Left BNC connector: HD/SD-SDI Input
Right BNC connector: Loop Thru Output
RCA Input
Two channels of Unbalanced L / R Audio input
Note: One of SDI Audio or RCA Audio input is
embedded into HDMI Signal

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Mini Switch
The mini switch selects audio source.
AUDIO SOURCE SELECT
CH 1
ON
ANALOG AUDIO
OFF
SDI EMBEDDED AUDIO
CH 2
RESERVED
Rear Panel
DC In Socket
Connects the supplied 12V/ 500mA PSU to this socket.
The connection can be secured by screwing the outer
fastening ring of the DC In plug to the socket.

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Power Switch
Switches the power On / Off.
HDMI Output
HDMI digital signal output port

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Specifications
Input Interface 1x HD/SD-SDI input
Outputs Interface 1x HD/SD-SDI output (Loop Thru)
1x HDMI (V1.2) output
Supported HDMI
Output Formats
720x480 Interlace
720x576 Interlace
1280x720 / 50 / 59.94 / 60 Hz Progressive
1920x1080 / 50 / 59.94 / 60 Hz Interlace
1920x1080 / 50 / 59.94 / 60 Hz Progressive
3G SDI Signal
SMPTE 292 standard complied with
• Output return loss : More than 4.5 dB (3GHz)
• Output level : 0.8 Vpp ± 10%
• Rise time : Less than 130 ps
• Fall time : Less than 130 ps
• Difference between rise time and fall time within 50
ps
• Alignment jitter : Less than 0.3 UI
• Timing jitter : Less than 2.0 UI
• Rise time overshoot：10%
• Fall time overshoot：10%
• Equalizer uses 5C-FB cable support 100 meters
HD SDI Signal
SMPTE 292 standard complied with
• Output return loss : More than 15 dB (5MHz to
750MHz) / More than 10 dB (750MHz to 1.5 GHz)
• Output level : 0.8 Vpp ± 10%
• Rise time : Less than 270 ps
• Fall time : Less than 270 ps
• Difference between rise time and fall time within
100 ps
• Alignment jitter : Less than 0.2 UI
• Timing jitter : Less than 1.0 UI
• Eye aperture ratio : More than 90%
• DC offset : 0 ± 0.5V
• Equalizer uses 5C-FB cable support 100 meters
Operating
Temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 102°F)