evertz HD9690 Series User manual

Model HD9690 Series
High Definition Graticule Generator
Instruction Manual
© Copyright 2005 - 2011
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Version 1.5 April 2011
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The lightning flash with arrow
head symbol within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “Dangerous voltage”
within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user
to the presence of important operating and maintenance (Servicing) instructions
in the literature ac-companying the product.
•Read this information
•Keep these instructions.
•Heed all warnings.
•Follow all instructions.
•Do not use this apparatus near water
•Clean only with dry cloth.
•Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
•Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
•Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does
not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
•Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
•Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer
•Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
•Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled
or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture,
does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC – SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOSITURE”
WARNING
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND
ENSURE THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, ARE
PLACED ON THE EQUIPMENT”
WARNING
TO COMPLETELY DISCONNECT THIS EQUIPMENT FROM THE AC MAINS,
DISCONNECT THE POWER SUPPLY CORD PLUG FROM THE AC RECEPTACLE”
WARNING
THE MAINS PLUG OF THE POWER SUPPLY CORD SHALL REMAIN READILY
OPERALBLE”

INFORMATION TO USERS IN EUROPE
NOTE
This equipment with the CE marking complies with both the EMC Directive (2004/108/EC) and the Low Voltage
Directive (2006/95/EC) issued by the Commission of the European Community.
Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European standards:
•EN60065 Product Safety
•EN55103-1 Electromagnetic Interference Class A (Emission)
•EN55103-2 Electromagnetic Susceptibility (Immunity)
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
EN60065
Safety
EN504192 2005
Waste electrical products should not
be disposed of with household
waste. Contact your Local Authority
for recycling advice
EN55103-1: 1996
Emission
EN55103-2: 1996
Immunity
Evertz Microsystems Ltd This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:
This device may cause harmful interference, and this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Tested to comply
with FCC
Standards
For Commercial Use

HD9690 Series HDTV Graticule Generator Manual
Revision 1.5
REVISION HISTORY
REVISION DESCRIPTION DATE
0.1 Preliminary Manual Aug 2005
0.2 Updated to features of first release firmware Oct 2005
1.0 First release - Added support for HD9690 (422 only Graticule generator) Oct 2005
Added support for 720p/50
1.1 Added support for 4:4:4 RGB with Full scale values Jan 2006
Added support for manual 4:4:4 and 4:2:2 modes on HD9690-444
1.2 Updated with support for DCP Desktop Remote Panel operation Feb 2006
Fixed typos in Factory Presets. Support for Firmware version 1.01 build 1
1.2.1 Added Ethernet specification Mar 2006
Added descriptions of object position, and drawing describing the mask
1.2.2 Fixed typos in FTP upload section for config loading. Apr 2006
1.3 Added Dashed line boxes, support for 2048x1080 24sF Digital cinema video Jul 2007
Added Opacity Control from Mask
1.4 Added support for SMPTE ST 2046 Safe areas in Factory Presets Feb 2010
1.5 Added support for SMPTE ST 292-2 Stereoscopic Video with +3D Option Apr 2011
Information contained in this manual is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, Evertz assumes no responsibility for the use thereof or 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 expressed 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 ....................................................................................................................................1-1
1.1. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL .......................................................................................................1-3
1.2. GLOSSARY....................................................................................................................................1-4
1.2.1. Graticule Generator Terminology/Definitions.......................................................................1-7
2. INSTALLATION..............................................................................................................................2-1
2.1. REAR PANEL OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................2-1
2.1.1. HD Video Connections (HD9690)........................................................................................2-1
2.1.2. HD Video Connections (HD9690-444).................................................................................2-1
2.1.3. DVI Video Connections .......................................................................................................2-2
2.1.4. Serial I/O and GPI/O Connections.......................................................................................2-2
2.1.5. Ethernet Network Connections............................................................................................2-3
2.2. MOUNTING....................................................................................................................................2-3
2.3. POWER REQUIREMENTS.............................................................................................................2-3
2.4. CONNECTING THE VIDEO............................................................................................................2-4
2.4.1. Video Inputs........................................................................................................................2-4
2.4.2. Video Outputs......................................................................................................................2-4
2.5. CONNECTING TO AN ETHERNET NETWORK.............................................................................2-5
2.6. CONNECTING THE GENERAL PURPOSE INPUTS .....................................................................2-6
2.7. CONNECTING THE REMOTE CONTROL PANEL (RCP AND DCP VERSIONS ONLY) ..............2-6
3. HOW TO OPERATE THE GRATICULE GENERATOR USING THE RACK MOUNT CONTROL
PANEL ...........................................................................................................................................3-1
3.1. AN OVERVIEW OF THE KEY AND DISPLAY FUNCTIONS..........................................................3-1
3.1.1. The Object Pushbutton Group.............................................................................................3-2
3.1.2. The Setup Button Group......................................................................................................3-2
3.1.3. The Preset Button Group.....................................................................................................3-3
3.1.4. Shaft Encoders (Knobs) ......................................................................................................3-3
3.1.5. Status Indicators..................................................................................................................3-4
3.1.6. Front Panel Display Messages............................................................................................3-4
3.2. SETUP MENU ................................................................................................................................3-5
3.2.1. Choosing the Raster limits for the Mask Aspect Ratio and Size Calculation........................3-6
3.2.2. Choosing the Raster limits for the Box Size Calculation ......................................................3-6
3.2.3. Choosing the Object Blink Time ..........................................................................................3-6
3.2.4. Choosing How Line Numbers are Displayed .......................................................................3-7
3.2.5. Displaying Object Aspect Ratio or Position on the Front Panel............................................3-7
3.2.6. Forcing all Objects to be Centred on the Raster..................................................................3-7
3.2.7. Setting how long the On Screen Display will be Active........................................................3-8
3.2.8. Selecting the On Screen Display Position............................................................................3-8
3.2.9. Selecting the SMPTE Safe Area Specification.....................................................................3-8
3.2.10. Operating the HD9690 in Auto Video Standard Mode..........................................................3-8
3.2.11. Selecting the Video Type (Model HD9690-444 only) ...........................................................3-9
3.2.12. Selecting the 4:4:4 Colour Space (Model HD9690-444 only)...............................................3-9
3.3. CONTROLLING THE INDIVIDUAL OBJECTS.............................................................................3-11
3.3.1. Controlling the Object Modes ............................................................................................3-11

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3.3.1.1. Display Mode......................................................................................................3-12
3.3.1.2. Centre Mode.......................................................................................................3-12
3.3.2. Aspect Ratio Mode............................................................................................................3-12
3.3.3. Controlling the Object Attributes........................................................................................3-12
3.3.4. Front Panel Display when Controlling the Objects.............................................................3-13
3.3.5. On Screen Display when Controlling the Objects ..............................................................3-13
3.4. CONTROLLING THE GRID OBJECT ..........................................................................................3-13
3.4.1. Turning the Grid Object On and Off...................................................................................3-13
3.4.2. Controlling the Grid Modes................................................................................................3-14
3.4.2.1. Centering the Grid on the Raster ........................................................................3-14
3.4.3. Controlling the Grid Attributes............................................................................................3-14
3.4.3.1. Controlling the Grid Colour..................................................................................3-14
3.4.3.2. Controlling the Grid Line Width ...........................................................................3-14
3.4.3.3. Controlling the Grid Size (Grid Centred)..............................................................3-15
3.4.3.4. Controlling the Grid Size and Position (Grid not centred)...................................3-15
3.5. CONTROLLING THE MASK OBJECT.........................................................................................3-15
3.5.1. Turning the Mask Object On and Off.................................................................................3-16
3.5.2. Controlling the Mask Modes..............................................................................................3-16
3.5.2.1. Controlling the Aspect Ratio of the Mask ............................................................3-16
3.5.2.2. Centering the Mask on the Raster.......................................................................3-16
3.5.2.3. Controlling the Opacity (Transparency) of the Mask............................................3-17
3.5.3. Controlling the Mask Attributes..........................................................................................3-17
3.5.3.1. Controlling the Mask Colour................................................................................3-17
3.5.3.2. Controlling the Mask Size (Mask Centred, Aspect Ratio Off) ..............................3-17
3.5.3.3. Controlling the Mask Size (Mask Centred, Aspect Ratio On) ..............................3-18
3.5.3.4. Controlling the Mask Size and Position (Mask not centred, Aspect Ratio Off).....3-18
3.5.3.5. Controlling the Mask Size and Position (Mask not centred, Aspect Ratio On).....3-18
3.6. CONTROLLING THE CURSOR OBJECTS..................................................................................3-19
3.6.1. Turning the Cursor Objects On and Off.............................................................................3-19
3.6.2. Controlling the Cursor Modes............................................................................................3-19
3.6.2.1. Centering the Cursor on the Raster ....................................................................3-19
3.6.3. Controlling the Cursor Attributes........................................................................................3-20
3.6.3.1. Controlling the Cursor Colour..............................................................................3-20
3.6.3.2. Controlling the Cursor Line Width .......................................................................3-20
3.6.3.3. Controlling the Cursor Size .................................................................................3-20
3.6.3.4. Controlling the Cursor Position (Cursor not centred)...........................................3-20
3.7. CONTROLLING THE BOX OBJECTS .........................................................................................3-20
3.7.1. Turning the Box Objects On and Off..................................................................................3-21
3.7.2. Controlling the Box Modes ................................................................................................3-21
3.7.2.1. Controlling the Aspect Ratio of the Box...............................................................3-21
3.7.2.2. Choosing a Solid or Dashed Box ........................................................................3-21
3.7.2.3. Centering the Box on the Raster.........................................................................3-21
3.7.3. Controlling the Box Attributes............................................................................................3-22
3.7.3.1. Controlling the Box Colour..................................................................................3-22
3.7.3.2. Controlling the Box Line Width............................................................................3-22
3.7.3.3. Controlling the Box Size (Box Centred, Aspect Ratio Off)...................................3-22
3.7.3.4. Controlling the Box Size and Position (Box centred, Aspect Ratio On)................3-23
3.7.3.5. Controlling the Box Size and Position (Box not centred, Aspect Ratio Off)..........3-23
3.7.3.6. Controlling the Box Size and Position (Box not centred, Aspect Ratio On)..........3-23
3.8. CONTROLLING THE ELLIPSE OBJECT ....................................................................................3-24
3.8.1. Turning the Ellipse Object On and Off...............................................................................3-24

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3.8.2. Controlling the Ellipse Modes............................................................................................3-24
3.8.2.1. Controlling the Aspect Ratio of the Ellipse...........................................................3-24
3.8.2.2. Centering the Ellipse on the Raster.....................................................................3-24
3.8.3. Controlling the Ellipse Attributes........................................................................................3-25
3.8.3.1. Controlling the Ellipse Colour..............................................................................3-25
3.8.3.2. Controlling the Ellipse Line Width........................................................................3-25
3.8.3.3. Controlling the Ellipse Size (Ellipse Centred, Aspect Ratio Off)...........................3-25
3.8.3.4. Controlling the Ellipse Size and Position (Ellipse centred, Aspect Ratio On).......3-25
3.8.3.5. Controlling the Ellipse Size and Position (Ellipse not centred, Aspect Ratio Off).3-26
3.8.3.6. Controlling the Ellipse Size and Position (Ellipse not centred, Aspect Ratio On).3-26
3.9. LOADING FACTORY PRESETS..................................................................................................3-26
3.10. WORKING WITH THE USER PRESETS......................................................................................3-26
3.10.1. Saving User Presets..........................................................................................................3-27
3.10.2. Recalling User Presets......................................................................................................3-27
3.10.3. Customizing the User Preset Names.................................................................................3-27
4. HOW TO OPERATE THE GRATICULE GENERATOR USING THE DESKTOP REMOTE
CONTROL PANEL.........................................................................................................................4-1
4.1. AN OVERVIEW OF THE KEY AND DISPLAY FUNCTIONS..........................................................4-1
4.1.1. The Object Push-button Group............................................................................................4-2
4.1.2. The Setup Button Group......................................................................................................4-2
4.1.3. The Preset Group................................................................................................................4-3
4.1.4. Shaft Encoders (Knobs) ......................................................................................................4-3
4.1.5. Status Indicators..................................................................................................................4-4
4.1.6. Front Panel Display Messages............................................................................................4-4
4.2. SETUP MENU ................................................................................................................................4-4
4.2.1. Choosing the Raster limits for the Mask Aspect Ratio and Size Calculation........................4-5
4.2.2. Choosing the Raster limits for the Box Size Calculation ......................................................4-6
4.2.3. Choosing the Object Blink Time ..........................................................................................4-6
4.2.4. Choosing How Line Numbers are Displayed .......................................................................4-6
4.2.5. Displaying Object Aspect Ratio or Position on the Front Panel............................................4-7
4.2.6. Forcing all Objects to be Centered on the Raster................................................................4-7
4.2.7. Setting how long the On Screen Display will be Active........................................................4-7
4.2.8. Selecting the On Screen Display Position............................................................................4-8
4.2.9. Selecting the SMPTE Safe Area Specification.....................................................................4-8
4.2.10. Operating the HD9690 in Auto Video Standard Mode..........................................................4-8
4.2.11. Selecting the Video Type (Model HD9690-444 only) ...........................................................4-8
4.2.12. Selecting the 4:4:4 Colour Space (Model HD9690-444 only)...............................................4-9
4.3. CONTROLLING THE INDIVIDUAL OBJECTS.............................................................................4-10
4.3.1. Controlling the Object Aspect Ratios.................................................................................4-10
4.3.2. Controlling the Object Size................................................................................................4-11
4.3.3. Controlling the Object Position ..........................................................................................4-11
4.3.4. Controlling the Object Colour.............................................................................................4-12
4.3.5. Remote Panel Display when Controlling the Objects.........................................................4-12
4.3.6. On Screen Display when Controlling the Objects ..............................................................4-12
4.4. CONTROLLING THE GRID OBJECT ..........................................................................................4-13
4.4.1. Turning the Grid Object On and Off...................................................................................4-13
4.4.2. Centering the Grid on the Raster.......................................................................................4-13
4.4.2.1. Controlling the Grid Colour..................................................................................4-13
4.4.3. Controlling the Grid Size....................................................................................................4-13
4.4.3.1. Controlling the Grid Size (Objects centred or Aspect Ratio mode On).................4-13

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4.4.3.2. Controlling the Grid Size and Position (Objects not centred, Aspect Ratio Off)...4-14
4.5. CONTROLLING THE MASK OBJECT.........................................................................................4-14
4.5.1. Turning the Mask Object On and Off.................................................................................4-15
4.5.2. Controlling the Aspect Ratio of the Mask...........................................................................4-15
4.5.2.1. Centering the Mask on the Raster.......................................................................4-15
4.5.2.2. Controlling the Mask Colour................................................................................4-15
4.5.3. Controlling the Mask Size..................................................................................................4-15
4.5.3.1. Controlling the Mask Size (Objects centred, Aspect Ratio Off)............................4-16
4.5.3.2. Controlling the Mask Size(Aspect Ratio On) .......................................................4-16
4.5.3.3. Controlling the Mask Size and Position (Objects not centred, Aspect Ratio Off)..4-16
4.5.4. Controlling the Mask Position............................................................................................4-16
4.6. CONTROLLING THE CURSOR OBJECT....................................................................................4-16
4.6.1. Turning the Cursor Object On and Off...............................................................................4-17
4.6.2. Centering the Cursor on the Raster...................................................................................4-17
4.6.2.1. Controlling the Cursor Colour..............................................................................4-17
4.6.2.2. Controlling the Cursor Size .................................................................................4-17
4.6.2.3. Controlling the Cursor Position (Objects not centred, Aspect Ratio Off)..............4-17
4.7. CONTROLLING THE BOX OBJECTS .........................................................................................4-17
4.7.1. Turning the Box Objects On and Off..................................................................................4-18
4.7.2. Controlling the Aspect Ratio of the Box.............................................................................4-18
4.7.3. Centering the Box on the Raster .......................................................................................4-18
4.7.3.1. Controlling the Box Colour..................................................................................4-18
4.7.4. Controlling the Box Size....................................................................................................4-19
4.7.4.1. Controlling the Box Size (Objects centred, Aspect Ratio Off)..............................4-19
4.7.4.2. Controlling the Box Size (Aspect Ratio On).........................................................4-19
4.7.4.3. Controlling the Box Size and Position (Objects not centred, Aspect Ratio Off)....4-19
4.7.5. Controlling the Box Position ..............................................................................................4-19
4.8. CONTROLLING THE ELLIPSE OBJECT ....................................................................................4-20
4.8.1.Turning the Ellipse Object On and Off...............................................................................4-20
4.8.2. Controlling the Aspect Ratio of the Ellipse.........................................................................4-20
4.8.2.1. Centering the Ellipse on the Raster.....................................................................4-20
4.8.2.2. Controlling the Ellipse Colour..............................................................................4-20
4.8.3. Controlling the Ellipse Size................................................................................................4-20
4.8.3.1. Controlling the Ellipse Size (Objects centred, Aspect Ratio Off)..........................4-21
4.8.3.2. Controlling the Ellipse Size (Aspect Ratio On) ....................................................4-21
4.8.3.3. Controlling the Ellipse Size and Position (Objects not centred, Aspect Ratio Off)4-21
4.8.4. Controlling the Ellipse Position..........................................................................................4-21
4.9. LOADING FACTORY PRESETS..................................................................................................4-21
4.10. WORKING WITH THE USER PRESETS......................................................................................4-22
4.10.1. Saving User Presets..........................................................................................................4-22
4.10.2. Recalling User Presets......................................................................................................4-22
4.10.3. Customizing the User Preset Names.................................................................................4-22
5. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION..........................................................................................................5-1
5.1. SPECIFICATIONS..........................................................................................................................5-1
5.1.1. Serial Digital Video Inputs ...................................................................................................5-1
5.1.2. Serial Digital Video Outputs.................................................................................................5-1
5.1.3. Digital (DVI) Video Output...................................................................................................5-1
5.1.4. GPI Control Port..................................................................................................................5-1
5.1.5. Upgrade Control Port ..........................................................................................................5-2

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5.1.6. Remote Panel Port..............................................................................................................5-2
5.1.7. Ethernet...............................................................................................................................5-2
5.1.8. Electrical..............................................................................................................................5-2
5.1.9. Physical...............................................................................................................................5-3
5.2. SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS.........................................................................................................5-3
5.2.1. Changing the Fuses ............................................................................................................5-3
5.3. UPGRADING FIRMWARE..............................................................................................................5-3
5.3.1. Upgrading the Firmware Using FTP ....................................................................................5-4
5.3.1.1. Step 1 – Determine the IP Addresses...................................................................5-4
5.3.1.2. Step 2 – Establishing a Valid Network Connection................................................5-6
5.3.1.3. Step 3 – Upgrading the Application Code..............................................................5-6
5.3.1.4. Step 4 – Completing the Upgrade.........................................................................5-8
5.3.2. Upgrading the Firmware Using RS-232 Serial Cable...........................................................5-8
5.3.2.1. Step 1 – Setup......................................................................................................5-8
5.3.2.2. Step 2 – Invoke Upload Mode From The Terminal Program..................................5-8
5.3.2.3. Step 3 – Uploading the New Firmware..................................................................5-9
5.3.2.4. Step 4 – Completing the Upgrade.........................................................................5-9
5.4. UPLOADING AND DOWNLOADING THE USER PRESETS TO A COMPUTER ........................5-10
5.4.1. Downloading Preset Files from the Graticule Generator....................................................5-10
5.4.2. Editing User Preset files....................................................................................................5-11
5.4.3. Uploading Preset Files to the Graticule Generator.............................................................5-11
5.5. WRITE-PROTECTING THE USER PRESETS..............................................................................5-12
5.6. RESTORING THE GRATICULE GENERATOR TO ITS FACTORY DEFAULTS .........................5-13
6. VIDEO STANDARD RASTER DEFINITIONS.................................................................................6-1
6.1. HIGH DEFINITION VIDEO FORMAT SUMMARY ..........................................................................6-1
6.1.1. Interlaced and Segmented Frame HD formats: 1080I, 1035I, 1080PsF...............................6-1
6.1.2. Progressive HD formats: 1080P, 720P................................................................................6-2
6.1.3. Digital Cinema HD formats: 2048x1080PsF ........................................................................6-3
6.2. PRODUCTION AND CLEAN APERTURES ...................................................................................6-3
7. FACTORY PRESETS.....................................................................................................................7-1
7.1. CURRENT SAFE AREAS SPECIFIED IN SMPTE ST 2046-1-2009...............................................7-1
7.1.1. ALL OBJECT RESET..........................................................................................................7-1
7.1.2. CLEAN APERTURE PRESETS ..........................................................................................7-1
7.1.2.1. 16:9 SA/ST CA......................................................................................................7-1
7.1.2.2. 4:3 SA/ST CA .......................................................................................................7-2
7.1.2.3. 14:9 SA/ST CA......................................................................................................7-2
7.1.2.4. 1.66 MASK CA......................................................................................................7-2
7.1.2.5. 1.85 MASK CA......................................................................................................7-3
7.1.2.6. 2.35 MASK CA......................................................................................................7-3
7.1.3. PRODUCTION APERTURE PRESETS...............................................................................7-3
7.1.3.1. 16:9 SA/ST PA......................................................................................................7-3
7.1.3.2. 4:3 SA/ST PA........................................................................................................7-4
7.1.3.3. 14:9 SA/ST PA......................................................................................................7-4
7.1.3.4. 1.66 MASK PA......................................................................................................7-4
7.1.3.5. 1.85 MASK PA......................................................................................................7-5
7.1.3.6. 2.35 MASK PA......................................................................................................7-5
7.2. LEGACY SAFE AREAS SPECIFIED IN SMPTE RP218................................................................7-5

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7.2.1. ALL OBJECT RESET..........................................................................................................7-5
7.2.2. CLEAN APERTURE PRESETS ..........................................................................................7-5
7.2.2.1. 16:9 SA/ST CA .....................................................................................................7-5
7.2.2.2. 4:3 SA/ST CA .......................................................................................................7-6
7.2.2.3. 14:9 SA/ST CA .....................................................................................................7-6
7.2.2.4. 1.66 MASK CA......................................................................................................7-7
7.2.2.5. 1.85 MASK CA......................................................................................................7-7
7.2.2.6. 2.35 MASK CA......................................................................................................7-7
7.2.3. PRODUCTION APERTURE PRESETS ..............................................................................7-8
7.2.3.1. 16:9 SA/ST PA......................................................................................................7-8
7.2.3.2. 4:3 SA/ST PA........................................................................................................7-8
7.2.3.3. 14:9 SA/ST PA......................................................................................................7-8
7.2.3.4. 1.66 MASK PA......................................................................................................7-9
7.2.3.5. 1.85 MASK PA......................................................................................................7-9
7.2.3.6. 2.35 MASK PA......................................................................................................7-9
8. SAFE AREA OPERATIONAL PRACTICES...................................................................................8-1
8.1. FREE TV AUSTRALIA OPERATION PRACTICE OP-36...............................................................8-1
8.1.1. HDTV – SAFE ACTION AND SAFE GRAPHIC AREAS......................................................8-1
8.2. 720P OPERATIONAL PRACTICE .................................................................................................8-3
Figures
Figure 1-1: HD9690 Block Diagram.....................................................................................................1-2
Figure 1-2: HD9690-444 Block Diagram..............................................................................................1-3
Figure 2-1: Model HD9690 Rear Panel Layout....................................................................................2-1
Figure 2-2: Model HD9690-444 Rear Panel Layout.............................................................................2-1
Figure 2-3: General Purpose I/O Schematic........................................................................................2-6
Figure 3-1: HD9690 Front Panel Layout..............................................................................................3-1
Figure 3-2: HD9690-444 Front Panel Layout.......................................................................................3-1
Figure 3-3: Overview of the HD9690 Setup Menu ...............................................................................3-5
Figure 3-4: Overview of the HD9690-444 Setup Menu........................................................................3-5
Figure 3-5: Mask Position and Size...................................................................................................3-15
Figure 4-1: Desktop Remote Panel Layout..........................................................................................4-1
Figure 4-2: Overview of the HD9690 Setup Menu...............................................................................4-5
Figure 4-3: Overview of the HD9690-444 Setup Menu........................................................................4-5
Figure 4-4: Mask Position and Size...................................................................................................4-14
Figure 6-1: High Definition Interlaced/Segmented Frame Video Format Parameters...........................6-1
Figure 6-2: High Definition Progressive Video Format Parameters......................................................6-2
Figure 6-3: Digital Cinema Video Format Parameters.........................................................................6-3
Figure 8-1: Australian 1080i 16:9 HD transmission Safe Areas...........................................................8-2
Figure 8-2: Australian 16:9 Shoot and Protect 4:3 Safe Areas for SD Analog Transmission................8-2
Figure 8-3: Australian 16:9 Shoot and Protect 14:9 Safe Areas for SD Analog Transmission..............8-3
Figure 8-4: 720p 16:9 HD Transmission Safe Areas ...........................................................................8-4
Tables
Table 2-1: Remote CTL Port Pin Definitions........................................................................................2-2
Table 2-2: Remote Panel Port Pin Definitions .....................................................................................2-3
Table 2-3: GPI/O Port Pin Definitions..................................................................................................2-3
Table 2-4: Video Input Formats...........................................................................................................2-4
Table 2-5: Standard RJ45 Wiring Color Codes....................................................................................2-5
Table 2-6: Remote Control Panel Extender Cable...............................................................................2-7

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Table 3-1: 4:4:4 Colour Mode Processing .........................................................................................3-11
Table 3-2: Object Colour Palettes......................................................................................................3-11
Table 4-1: 4:4:4 Colour Mode Processing ...........................................................................................4-9
Table 4-2: Object Colour Palettes......................................................................................................4-10

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. OVERVIEW ....................................................................................................................................1-1
1.1. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL .......................................................................................................1-3
1.2. GLOSSARY....................................................................................................................................1-4
1.2.1. Graticule Generator Terminology/Definitions.......................................................................1-7
Figures
Figure 1-1: HD9690 Block Diagram.....................................................................................................1-2
Figure 1-2: HD9690-444 Block Diagram..............................................................................................1-3

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1. OVERVIEW
The Evertz HD9690 series HDTV Graticule Generators are multi format digital video graticule generators
that key various alignment markers and mattes over a source video picture in a wide variety of
applications. The model HD9690-444 can be operated in a dual link mode for emerging 4:4:4 high
definition applications, or a 4:2:2 mode for traditional high definition (1125 and 750 line) digital video. The
model HD9690 can only be operated in a 4:2:2 mode for traditional high definition (1125 and 750 line)
digital video. With the 3D option installed in the HD9690-444, it can be used for stereoscopic 4:2:2 HD
applications or 4:4:4 high definition applications.
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Throughout this manual the term “HD9690” or “HD9690 series” is used to refer to
both versions. When features apply only to specific versions they will be listed
explicitly (e.g. “HD9690 version” or “HD9690-444 version”).
Applications:
•alignment of film images to the video raster during film to tape transfer
•safe action and safe title and centre marker for locating action point of interest and title graphics
•aspect ratio measurements
•letterbox or side marker cropping for image formats that do not match the video raster size
•alignment of graphics objects
•video tape quality control measurements
The standard Graticule Generator version consists of a 1 RU chassis with integrated control panel. The
Graticule Generator is also available in a remote control version, which has a blank front panel and either
a rack mountable, or a desktop remote control panel.
Commonly used configurations, stored as factory presets simplify routine operation to just a few
pushbuttons. The ability to customize these factory presets to your application and store them as USER
PRESETS, gives the Graticule Generator tremendous flexibility while maintaining simple operation for
day-to-day use.
Features:
•Automatically senses between 1080i/60, 1080i/50, 1080p/24, 1080p/24sF, 720P/60 and 720p/50 video
formats and the 1/1.001 divisor versions where applicable
•Model HD9690 keys Graticule markers directly into 4:2:2 SMPTE ST 292-1 High Definition Serial
digital video.
•Model HD9690-444 keys Graticule markers directly into SMPTE ST 372 and SMPTE ST 292-1 High
Definition Serial digital video.
•Model HD9690-444 can be operated in 4:4:4 RGB or YCbCr dual link mode with 4:2:2 output or 4:2:2
single link mode – manual select or autodetect.
•Model HD9690-444 handles extended range (full scale) 4:4:4 RGB with conversion to full scale or legal
ITU-R BT.709 YCbCr on the 4:2:2 single link output
•Model HD9690-444+3D keys Graticule markers directly into SMPTE 292-2 stereoscopic HD digital
video signals and SMPTE ST 372 Dual Link 4:4:4 signals.
•DVI-I Output for display on flat screen or computer monitors
•Two rectangular boxes that can be independently resized reshaped and moved anywhere on raster.
•A grid consisting of horizontal and vertical line pairs that can be positioned independently or in pairs
anywhere on the raster
•Programmable horizontal and vertical hard matte

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•Adjustable mask starting line in vertical blanking interval to pass VANC data
•Two User programmable cross markers positionable anywhere on the raster
•Ellipse creation for aspect ratio
•Automatic creation of aspect ratios for mask, box and ellipse objects
•On screen display shows object size, position and aspect ratio
•Automatic centering of all objects or individual object by object control of centering
•Single button keyer On/off control
•Adjustable object brightness and colour
•Front panel lock-out control
•Easy to operate front panel menu system gives access to advanced object control features for the
most demanding application, while limiting normal day to day use to just a few preset buttons.
•Factory Presets allow quick setup to common object placements on the raster.
•Ten User-definable presets with user definable labels and individual write protect allow unlimited
customization to any requirement.
•Optional Rack mount or Desktop remote control chassis
HDSDI Input
(SMPTE 292M)
S/P Timing
Extraction
Output Clock
Adv_H_Reset
Output Timing Resets
Demux
Cr
Cb
Y
Mixer Mux Audio
Mux ANC Mux
Audio
demux
ANC
Demux
P/S
HSDSI Outputs
(SMPTE 292M)
P/S
RGB to
DVI-I DVI-I
YCrCb
to
RGB
(YCrCb
Only)
P/S
H. V, F
timing Output Timing
Serial Upgrade
Ethernet
(FTP Upgrade)
GPI
Optional
Remote Control Panel
(RCP or DCP)
GENERATOR
model HD959 0
HD GRATICULE ON
OBJ . MODEON/ OFF KEYER ON/OF F
CTRL SEL LOCK
ACTIVE
KEYER
ESC
SET UP
567
012
8 9
3 4
ip
108 0 720 ACTIVE
PRESET
USE R PRESETS
FACT. PRES ET
PANE L
LOCKED
PRESET S AV E
Optional Front Panel
Control
&
Object
Rendering
OSD
&
Object
Memory
Fill
Key
Figure 1-1: HD9690 Block Diagram

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S/P
4:4:4 In
Link B
Link A
S/P
Timing
Extraction
Timing
Extraction
Line
Synchronizer
Input Clock
Line
Synchronizer
Input Clock
H. V, F
timing Output
Timing Output Clock
Adv_H_Reset
Output Timing Resets
Demux
R/Cr
B/Cb
G/Y
Mixer Mux
RGB
to
YCrCb
(RGB
Only)
444
to
422
Audio
Mux
Audio
Mux
ANC
Mux
Audio
Mux ANC
Mux
Audio
demux
ANC
Demux
Audio
demux
P/S
Link B
Link A
P/S
4:2:2
P/S
A
Gamma
LUT RGB to
DVI-I
DVI-I
OSD
&
Object
Memory
Fill
Key
YCrCb
to
RGB
(YCrCb
Only)
Serial Upgrade
Ethernet
(FTP Upgrade)
GPI
Optional
Remote Control Panel
(RCP or DCP)
GENERATOR
model HD959 0
HD GRATICULE
ON
OBJ . MODEON /O FF KEYER ON/OFF
CTRL SEL LOCK
ACTIVE
KEYER
ESC
SET UP
567
012
8 9
3 4
ip
108 0 72 0 ACT IVE
PRESET
USER PRES ET S
FACT. PRES ET
PANEL
LOC KED
PRESE T SAV E
Optional Front Panel
Control
&
Object
Rendering
Figure 1-2: HD9690-444 Block Diagram
1.1. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
This manual is organised into 7 chapters: Overview, Installation, Front Panel Operation, Desktop Remote
Panel Operation, Technical Description, Video Raster Definitions and Factory Presets. This chapter
contains a quick summary of the features and a glossary to define concepts and terms used throughout
the remainder of the manual.
Chapter 2 gives a detailed description of the rear panel connectors, and how the unit should be connected
into your system.
Chapter 3 gives a detailed description of the operation of the front panel and Rack mount Remote Panel
controls, starting with an overview of the pushbuttons and front panel indicators.
Chapter 4 gives a detailed description of the operation of the Desktop Remote Panel controls, starting with
an overview of the pushbuttons and front panel indicators.
Chapter 5 gives the specifications, instructions on how to update the firmware in the unit and other
technical issues.
Chapter 6 gives the specifications for the supported HDTV video rasters.
Chapter 7 gives a list of the details of each of the factory presets.
The exclamation point within an equi-lateral triangle is intended to alert the user
to the presence of important safety related operating and maintenance (Servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the product.

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1.2. GLOSSARY
4:2:2 A commonly used term for a component digital video format. The sampling details of high
definition component digital video are specified in the ITU-R BT.709 standard. The numerals
4:2:2 denote the ratio of the sampling frequencies of the luminance channel to the two colour
difference channels. For every four luminance samples, there are two samples of each colour
difference channel. These signals are commonly carried on a coax cable according to the
SMPTE ST 292-1 standard.
4:4:4 A commonly used term for a high resolution component digital video format. The numerals
4:4:4 denote the ratio of the sampling frequencies of the luminance channel to the two colour
difference channels. For every four luminance samples, there are four samples of each colour
difference channel. 4:4:4 sampled signals are also available in a RGB format with equal
sampling rates for each of the colour channels. These signals are commonly carried on a pair
of coax cables according to the SMPTE ST 372 standard.
AES: (Audio Engineering Society): A professional organization that recommends standards for
the audio industries.
AES/EBU:Informal name for a digital audio standard established jointly by the Audio Engineering Society
and the European Broadcasting Union organizations.
ANALOG: An adjective describing any signal that varies continuously as opposed to a digital signal that
contains discrete levels representing digits 0 and 1.
A-TO-D CONVERTER (ANALOG-TO-DIGITAL): A circuit that uses digital sampling to convert an
analog signal into a digital representation of that signal.
BIT: A binary representation of 0 or 1. One of the quantized levels of a pixel.
BIT PARALLEL: Byte-wise transmission of digital video down a multi-conductor cable where each
pair of wires carries a single bit. This standard is covered under SMPTE 125M, EBU 3267-E
and CCIR 656.
BIT SERIAL: Bit-wise transmission of digital video down a single conductor such as coaxial cable. May
also be sent through fibre optics. This standard is covered under SMPTE 259M and CCIR 656.
BIT STREAM:A continuous series of bits transmitted on a line.
BYTE: A complete set of quantized levels containing all the bits. Bytes consisting of 8 to 10 bits per
sample are typical in digital video systems.
CABLE EQUALIZATION: The process of altering the frequency response of a video amplifier to
compensate for high frequency losses in coaxial cable.
CCIR (International Radio Consultative Committee): An international standards committee. (This
organization is now known as the ITU.)