evertz 2410MD-HSN User manual

Model 2410MD-HSN
Monitoring Downconverter
Instruction Manual
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EVERTZ MICROSYSTEMS LTD.
5288 John Lucas Drive,
Burlington, Ontario,
Canada,
L7L 5Z9
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Version 1.2.3 June 2008
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expressly prohibits the use of this manual for any purpose other than the operation of the Downconverter.
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without the express written permission of Evertz
Microsystems Ltd. Copies of this guide can be ordered from your Evertz products dealer or from Evertz
Microsystems.

INFORMATION TO USERS IN EUROPE
NOTE
CISPR 22 CLASS A DIGITAL DEVICE OR PERIPHERAL
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant
to the European Union EMC directive. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his own expense.
INFORMATION TO USERS IN THE U.S.A.
NOTE
FCC CLASS A DIGITAL DEVICE OR PERIPHERAL
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment
in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct
the interference at his own expense.
WARNING
Changes or Modifications not expressly approved by Evertz Microsystems Ltd. could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
Use of unshielded plugs or cables may cause radiation interference. Properly shielded interface cables
with the shield connected to the chassis ground of the device must be used

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REVISION HISTORY
REVISION DESCRIPTION DATE
0.1 Preliminary Version Aug 01
1.0 Added Center Crop downconverter mode Nov 01
1.1 Change of DIP switch functions, center crop now supported in 720P Nov 02
1.2 Change of DIP switch functions to enable On Screen Menu Oct 03
Added On Screen Marker controls
1.2.1 Text added to indicate that On Screen menu items and Marker are not available Nov 03
on early units that are not fitted with the toggle switch and pushbutton
1.2.2 Minor typographical changes to specifications Feb 04
1.2.3 Fixed formatting Jun 08
Information contained in this manual is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, Evertz assumes no responsibility for the use thereof nor for
the rights of third parties, which may be effected in any way by the use thereof. Any representations in this document concerning performance of
Evertz products are for informational use only and are not warranties of future performance, either express or implied. The only warranty offered by
Evertz in relation to this product is the Evertz standard limited warranty, stated in the sales contract or order confirmation form.
Although every attempt has been made to accurately describe the features, installation and operation of this product in this manual, no warranty is
granted nor liability assumed in relation to any errors or omissions unless specifically undertaken in the Evertz sales contract or order confirmation.
Information contained in this manual is periodically updated and changes will be incorporated into subsequent editions. If you encounter an error,
please notify Evertz Customer Service department. Evertz reserves the right, without notice or liability, to make changes in equipment design or
specifications.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. OVERVIEW.........................................................................................................................................1
2. INSTALLATION..................................................................................................................................2
2.1. POWER .....................................................................................................................................2
2.2. VIDEO IN AND OUT..................................................................................................................2
2.3. FIRMWARE UPGRADE PORT .................................................................................................3
3. SPECIFICATIONS..............................................................................................................................4
3.1. HD SERIAL VIDEO INPUT........................................................................................................4
3.2. HD RECLOCKED VIDEO OUTPUT ..........................................................................................4
3.3. SDI SERIAL VIDEO OUTPUTS.................................................................................................4
3.4. ANALOG VIDEO OUTPUTS .....................................................................................................5
3.5. INPUT TO OUTPUT VIDEO PROCESSING DELAY ................................................................5
3.6. ELECTRICAL ............................................................................................................................5
3.7. PHYSICAL.................................................................................................................................5
4. STATUS LED’S..................................................................................................................................6
5. USER CONTROLS.............................................................................................................................6
5.1. SELECTING THE OUTPUT VIDEO STANDARD .....................................................................6
5.2. SELECTING THE DOWNCONVERTER ASPECT RATIO........................................................7
5.3. SETTING THE NTSC SETUP PEDESTAL ON THE ANALOG OUTPUT.................................7
6. CONFIGURING THE 2410MD-HSN USING THE ON SCREEN MENU ............................................8
6.1. TOP LEVEL MENU STRUCTURE ............................................................................................8
6.2. SETTING THE ON SCREEN MARKER TYPE..........................................................................9
6.3. SETTING THE ON SCREEN MARKER OPACITY ...................................................................9
6.4. SETTING THE ASPECT RATIO................................................................................................9
7. UPGRADING THE 2410MD-HSN FIRMWARE................................................................................10
7.1. REQUIREMENTS....................................................................................................................10

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7.2. UPDATE PROCEDURE ..........................................................................................................10
7.2.1. Part 1 – Configuring the Unit for Firmware Upgrades..................................................10
7.2.2. Part 2 – Terminal program Setup.................................................................................10
7.2.3. Part 3 – Uploading the New Firmware .........................................................................11
7.2.4. Part 4 – Completing the Upgrade.................................................................................11
Figures
Figure 1-1: 2410MD-HSN Block Diagram........................................................................................................... 1
Figure 2-1: 2410MD-HSN Module....................................................................................................................... 2
Tables
Table 2-1: COM Port Pinout................................................................................................................................ 3
Table 3-1: Video Input Formats........................................................................................................................... 4
Table 3-2: Input to Output Processing Delay...................................................................................................... 5
Table 5-1: DIP Switch Functions......................................................................................................................... 6
Table 5-2: Output Video Standard Switch Settings............................................................................................. 6
Table 5-3: Aspect Ratio Switch Settings............................................................................................................. 7
Table 5-4: Analog Output Video NTSC Pedestal Settings.................................................................................. 7

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1. OVERVIEW
The 2410MD-HSN series Monitoring Down Converter provides an inexpensive method of confidence
monitoring your 1.5 Gb/s HDTV signals on standard definition monitors. The 2410MD is ideal to use with
your existing standard resolution monitors whether they have analog or component serial digital inputs.
The 2410MD-HSN accepts 1080i, 720p, 1080p/24sF, 1080p/25sF (SMPTE 292M) video formats.
Equalizer
Serial Input
1.5 Gb/s
(SMPTE 292M)
Downconverter
&
3:2 Pulldown
Cable
Driver
Composite
Analog Outputs
Cable
Driver
D / A
P/S
SDI Outputs
(SMPTE 259M)
Reclock
Cable
Driver
Module
Status Video
Present
On
Screen
Display
Serial Output
1.5 Gb/s
(SMPTE 292M)
Figure 1-1: 2410MD-HSN Block Diagram
The 2410MD-HSN has colour space conversion from ITU rec. 709 to ITU rec. 601, and will provide various
down converted formats such as letterbox, or anamorphic squeeze.
Front panel LEDs indicate signal presence, and CPU and Power Supply health.
Features:
• Center crop, letterbox and anamorphic squeeze down conversion formats
• 1080i/50, 1080i/60, 720p/60, 1080p/24sF, 1080p/25sF
• Auto video standard detection
• 4 position DIP switch selects Input Format and Down-converted format
• On screen markers show 4:3 aspect ratio and safe area (not available on earlier units)
• ITU rec. 709 to ITU rec. 601 colour space conversion

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2. INSTALLATION
The 2410MD-HSN is a compact module that has six BNC connectors and a 9 pin Female D connector
serial port for firmware upgrades.
Figure 2-1: 2410MD-HSN Module
2.1. POWER
The 2410MD-HSN comes with an auto-ranging DC voltage adapter that automatically senses
the input voltage. Power should be applied by connecting a 3-wire grounding type power
supply cord to the power entry module on the DC voltage adapter. The power cord should be
minimum 18 AWG wire size; type SST marked VW-1, maximum 2.5 m in length. The DC cable
of the voltage adapter should be connected to the DC power jack on the rear panel. A green
MODULE OK LED located beside the HD INPUT connector will be illuminated when there is
power applied to the 2410MD-HSN and the processor is operating properly.
2.2. VIDEO IN AND OUT
HD INPUT: Input BNC connector for 10-bit serial digital video signals, compatible with the
SMPTE 292M standard. The 2410MD-HSN automatically selects the video standard.
HD OUTPUT: These two BNC connectors are used to output a reclocked copy of the input video.
SDI OUTPUT: This BNC connector is used to output the downconverted input video as serial component
video, compatible with the SMPTE 259M standard. Table 3-2 shows the output video
format for each input video standard supported.
ANALOG OUTPUT: These two BNC connectors are used to output the downconverted input video as
analog composite video. Table 3-2 shows the output video format for each input video
standard supported.

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2.3. FIRMWARE UPGRADE PORT
The COM connector is a female 9 pin D connector used for connecting a computer to upload firmware to
the 2410MD-HSN. Table 2-1 shows the pinout of the male high density DB-15 connector. See section 6
for information on upgrading the firmware in the 2410MD-HSN.
Pin # Name Description
1
2 TxD RS-232 Transmit Output
3 RxD RS-232 Receive Input
4
5 Sig Gnd RS-232 Signal Ground
6
7
8
9
Table 2-1: COM Port Pinout

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3. SPECIFICATIONS
3.1. HD SERIAL VIDEO INPUT
Standard: 1.485 Gb/sec SMPTE 292M – autodetect
Connector: BNC per IEC 60169-8 Amendment
Equalization: Automatic to 65m @ 1.5Gb/s with Belden 1694 or equivalent cable
Common Name Pixels /
Active Lines Frame Rate Progressive /Interlace SMPTE Standard
1080i/60 1920 x 1080 30 I 274M
1080i/59.94 1920 x 1080 29.97 (30/1.001) I 274M
1080i/50 1920 x 1080 25 I 274M
1080p/25sF 1920 x 1080 25 P (sF) RP211
1080p/24sF 1920 x 1080 24 P (sF) RP211
1080p/23.98sF 1920 x 1080 23.98 (24/1.001) P (sF) RP211
720p/60 1280 x 720 60 P 296M
720p/59.94 1280 x 720 59.94 (60/1.001) P 296M
Table 3-1: Video Input Formats
3.2. HD RECLOCKED VIDEO OUTPUT
Standard: Same as input
Connectors: 2 BNC per IEC 60169-8 Amendment 2
Signal Level: 800mV nominal
DC Offset: 0V ±0.5V
Rise and Fall Time: 200ps nominal
Overshoot: <10% of amplitude
Wide Band Jitter: < 0.15 UI
3.3. SDI SERIAL VIDEO OUTPUTS
Standards: Serial component 270 Mb/s (SMPTE 259M-C)
525/59.94 or 625/50 - DIP switch selectable
Connectors: 1 BNC per IEC 60169-8 Amendment 2
Signal Level: 800mV nominal
DC Offset: 0V ±0.5V
Rise and Fall Time: 470ps nominal
Overshoot: <10% of amplitude
Return Loss: > 15 dB
Wide Band Jitter: < 0.15 UI

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3.4. ANALOG VIDEO OUTPUTS
Number of Outputs: 2
Standards: Analog composite NTSC or
Analog composite PAL - DIP switch selectable
Connectors: 2 BNC per IEC 60169-8 Amendment 2.
Signal Level: 1 V p-p nominal
DC Offset: 0V ±0.1V
Return Loss: > 45 dB up to 6 MHz
3.5. INPUT TO OUTPUT VIDEO PROCESSING DELAY
The delay between the input HD video's line 1 and the downconverted output video's line 1 is 50 lines of
the SD video when the incoming and outgoing frame rate is the same. Then the incoming frame rate is 24
(23.98) there is an additional frame of delay.
Input Video Output Video Delay (lines) Delay (ms)
1080i/59.94 525i/59.94 50 3.17
1080i/50 625i/50 50 3.2
1080p/25 625i/50 50 3.2
1080p/23.98 525i/59.94 706 44.87
1080p/24 625i/50 701 44.86
720p/59.94 525i/59.94 50 3.17
Table 3-2: Input to Output Processing Delay
3.6. ELECTRICAL
Voltage: Nominal + 12VDC (Maximum 18V)
Power: 10 watts
EMI/RFI: Complies with FCC regulations for class A devices.
Complies with EU EMC directive.
3.7. PHYSICAL
Dimensions: 6“ L x 4” W x 1” H
(152mm L x 114mm W x 25mm H)
Weight: 0.5 lbs. (0.28 Kg)

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4. STATUS LED’S
MODULE OK This Green LED will be On when the module is powered up and the processor is
functioning with operating limits.
SIGNAL PRESENT: This Green LED will be On when there is a supported video signal present at the
module input.
5. USER CONTROLS
The 2410MD-HSN is equipped with a 4 position DIP switch, located on one end of the unit, to allow the
user to select various down converted output formats. On later units there is also a toggle switch and
pushbutton on the side of the units, which are used to top control an on screen display menu. (See
section 6.)
Table 5-1 gives an overview of the DIP switch functions. The On position is down or closest to the side of
the unit with the flanges.
DIP Switch Function
1 Output Video Standard
2
3 Downconverter Aspect Ratio Format
4 Output Pedestal
Table 5-1: DIP Switch Functions
5.1. SELECTING THE OUTPUT VIDEO STANDARD
DIP switch 1 is used to set the downconverted output video standard. Refer to Table 5-2 to set the output
format. The 2410MD-HSN will insert extra fields of some frames to create a 3:2 or 24:25 pulldown on the
output video when 23.98 sF or 24 sF video is input. The relationship of the pulldown sequence to the
input video will be random. For other input formats, the 2410MD-HSN will insert or remove fields of some
frames to create the correct number of output frames. The frames that are inserted or removed will be
random. Input DIP 1 ON DIP 1 OFF
1080i/60 625i/50 (PAL) 525i/60
1080i/59.94 INVALID OUTPUT 525i/59.94 (NTSC)
1080i/50 625i/50 (PAL) 525i/60
1080p/25sF 625i/50 (PAL) 525i/60
1080p/24sF 625i/50 (PAL) 525i/60
1080p/23.98sF INVALID OUTPUT 525i/59.94 (NTSC)
720p/60 625i/50 (PAL) 525i/60
720p/59.94 INVALID OUTPUT 525i/59.94 (NTSC)
Table 5-2: Output Video Standard Switch Settings

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5.2. SELECTING THE DOWNCONVERTER ASPECT RATIO
DIP switches 2 and 3 are used to select one of three aspect ratio down conversion formats, and to enable
the On Screen Menu.
DIP 2 DIP 3 Down Converted Aspect Ratio Format
Off Off Letter Box
On Off Center crop
Off On 4x3 Squeeze
On On On Screen Menu Enabled
Table 5-3: Aspect Ratio Switch Settings
Later 2410MD units are fitted with a toggle switch and pushbutton to access an on screen menu system.
On these units, when DIP switches 2 and 3 are both set to the On position the aspect ratio is set using the
On Screen Menu system. There are also additional configuration items available using the on screen
menu system. See section 6. On units not fitted with the toggle switch and pushbutton, DIP switches 2
and 3 both set to the On position is an invalid switch setting.
5.3. SETTING THE NTSC SETUP PEDESTAL ON THE ANALOG OUTPUT
DIP switch 4 is used to select whether the NTSC Setup Pedestal will be applied on the Analog Output.
The NTSC setup pedestal should not be present when operating in Japan.
DIP 4 Output Pedestal
Off Pedestal inserted
On No pedestal
Table 5-4: Analog Output Video NTSC Pedestal Settings

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6. CONFIGURING THE 2410MD-HSN USING THE ON SCREEN MENU
An On screen menu (OSD) is used to configure several of the 2410MD-HSN’s parameters. The three
position, return to center, toggle switch and momentary pushbutton located on the side of the unit are used
to navigate the OSD setup menus and configure the cards various controls.
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Earlier units are not fitted with the toggle switch and pushbutton and do not have an
On Screen menu. On these units, DIP switches 2 and 3 both set to the On position is
an invalid switch setting. The remainder of section 6 is not applicable.
To enter the OSD menu system, set DIP switches 2 and 3 to the On (Closed) position. Then press the
pushbutton. This will bring you to the main setup menu where you can use the toggle switch to move up
and down the list of available sub-menus. An arrow (>) moves up and down the left hand side of the menu
items to indicate which item you are currently choosing. Once the arrow is on the desired item, press the
pushbutton to select the next menu.
On all menus, there is a selectable item Done. Selecting Done will exit the OSD menu and return the
2410MD-HSN to the normal operating mode.
Use the toggle switch to move up or down to the desired parameter and press the pushbutton. The arrow
will move to the right hand side (<) indicating that you can now adjust the parameter. Using the toggle
switch, adjust the parameter to its desired value.
When you have stopped at the desired value, depress the pushbutton. This will update the parameter with
the selected value and move the arrow back to the left side of the parameter list. Continue selecting and
adjusting other parameters or use the Done command to exit the OSD menu.
6.1. TOP LEVEL MENU STRUCTURE
The following is a brief description of the top level of the menu tree that appears when you enter the On
screen menu. Selecting one of these items will take you down into the next menu level.
Marker Type Sets the type of on screen marker.
Marker Opacity Sets the opacity of the on screen markers.
Aspect Ratio Sets the aspect ratio of the downconverted output.
Done Exit On Screen Menu System.

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6.2. SETTING THE ON SCREEN MARKER TYPE
Marker Type
No marker
4:3 Line
4:3 Shaded
Safe Action
4:3 Line with center
With this control, you can select the type of On screen markers.
Select No Marker to turn the On Screen markers off.
Select 4:3 Line to display On Screen markers with vertical lines at the 4:3
aspect ratio of the original image.
Select 4:3 Shaded to display On Screen markers with areas outside the 4:3
aspect ratio of the original image shaded.
Select Safe Action to display On Screen markers with a box at the safe
action areas of the original image.
Select 4:3 Line with center to display On Screen markers with vertical lines
at the 4:3 aspect ratio and across at the center of the original image.
6.3. SETTING THE ON SCREEN MARKER OPACITY
Marker Opacity
25 percent
50 percent
75 percent
100 percent
With this control, you can select the opacity of the On screen markers.
6.4. SETTING THE ASPECT RATIO
Aspect Ratio
Letterbox
4:3 Center Crop
4:3 Squeeze
With this control, you can select the aspect ratio of the downconverted
picture.

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7. UPGRADING THE 2410MD-HSN FIRMWARE
The 2410MD-HSN module contains firmware that is contained in a FLASH EPROM device. From time to
time firmware updates will be provided to add additional features to the unit. The 2410MD-HSN module is
fitted with a COM port connector that can be connected to a PC with a straight through cable. The
following procedure will allow you to upload new firmware from your computer.
7.1. REQUIREMENTS
You will need the following equipment in order to update the 2410MD-HSN Firmware:
• PC with available communications port. The communication speed is 57600 baud, therefore a 486
PC or better with a 16550 UART based communications port is recommended.
• “Straight-thru” serial extension cable (DB9 female to DB9 male) or (DB25 female to DB9 male)
• Terminal program that is capable of Xmodem file transfer protocol. (such as HyperTerminal)
• New firmware supplied by Evertz.
7.2. UPDATE PROCEDURE
7.2.1. Part 1 – Configuring the Unit for Firmware Upgrades
1. Connect the 9 pin male connector on the straight through serial extension cable to the COM port on
the end of the 2410MD-HSN. Connect the 9 pin female connector to the PCs’ RS-232
communications port
7.2.2. Part 2 – Terminal program Setup
2. Start the terminal program.
3. Configure the port settings of the terminal program as follows:
Baud 57600
Parity no
Data bits 8
Stop bits 2
Flow Control None
4. Apply power to the 2410MD-HSN. After the unit powers up, a banner with the boot code version
information should appear in the terminal window. The cursor to the right of the word “BOOT>” should
be spinning for about 5 seconds then the unit will continue to boot.
For example:
EVERTZ 7700PB MONITOR 1.0
COPYRIGHT 1997, 1998, 1999 EVERTZ MICROSYSTEMS LTD.
COLD BOOT |
5. The following is a list of possible reasons for failed communications:
• Defective 2410MD-HSN Serial Upgrade cable.
• Wrong communications port selected in the terminal program.
• Improper port settings in the terminal program. (Refer to step 7 for settings).

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6. While the cursor is spinning press the <CTRL> and <X> keys on your computer keyboard at the same
time, this should stop the cursor from spinning. The spinning prompt will only remain for about 5
seconds. You must press <CTRL-X> during this 5 second delay. If the unit continues to boot-up,
simply cycle the power and repeat this step.
7. Hit the <ENTER> key on your computer once.
8. Type the word “upgrade”, without quotes, and hit the <ENTER> key once.
9. The boot code will ask for confirmation. Type "y", without quotes.
10. You should now see a prompt asking you to upload the file.
7.2.3. Part 3 – Uploading the New Firmware
11. Upload the “*.bin” file supplied using the X-Modem transfer protocol of your terminal program. If you
do not start the upload within 10 minutes the 2410MD-HSN Boot code will time out. You can restart
the upgrade process by removing and reinstalling the module.
12. The boot code will indicate whether the operation was successful upon completion of the upload.
For Example:
UPLOAD OKAY
7700PB COLD BOOT> |
13. The following is a list of possible reasons for a failed upload:
• If you get the message "transfer cancelled by remote" you must restart the terminal program and load
the bin file, then remove and install the module again.
• The supplied “*.bin” file is corrupt.
• Wrong file specified to be uploaded.
• The PCs’ RS-232 communications port cannot handle a port speed of 57600.
• Noise induced into the 2410MD-HSN Serial Upgrade cable.
7.2.4. Part 4 – Completing the Upgrade
14. Type the word “boot”, without quotes, and hit the <ENTER> key once or power cycle the unit. The unit
should now reboot.
15. You can now close the terminal program and disconnect the serial cable.
The update procedure is now complete.

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