FSR INDIE 300 User manual

INDIE 300, INDIE 400 SDI, INDIE 400 HD
Installation Manual
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Operators Safety Summary
The general safety information in this summary is for operating personnel.
Do Not Remove Covers or Panels
There are no user-serviceable parts within the unit. Removal of the top
cover will expose dangerous voltages. To avoid personal injury, do not
remove the top cover. Do not operate the unit without the cover installed.
Power Source
This product is intended to operate from a power source that will not
apply more than 230 volts rms between the supply conductors or
between both supply conductor and ground. A protective ground
connection by way of grounding conductor in the power cord is essential
for safe operation.
Grounding the Product
This product is grounded through the grounding conductor of the power
cord. To avoid electrical shock, plug the power cord into a properly wired
receptacle before connecting to the product input or output terminals.
A protective-ground connection by way of the grounding conductor in the
power cord is essential for safe operation.
Use the Proper Power Cord
Use only the power cord and connector specified for your product. Use
only a power cord that is in good condition. Refer cord and connector
changes to qualified service personnel.
Use the Proper Fuse
To avoid fire hazard, use only the fuse having identical type, voltage
rating, and current rating characteristics. Refer fuse replacement to
qualified service personnel.
Do Not Operate in Explosive Atmospheres
To avoid explosion, do not operate this product in an explosive
atmosphere.
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Highlights an operating procedure, practice,
condition, statement, etc., which, if not strictly
observed, could result in injury to or death of
personnel.
NOTE Highlights an essential operating procedure,
condition or statement.
CAUTION
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 accompanying the appliance.
AVERTISSEMENT!
Le point d´exclamation dans un triangle equilatéral signale
à alerter l´utilisateur qu´il y a des instructions d´operation
et d´entretien tres importantes dans la litérature qui
accompagne l´appareil
WARNING
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Dreiecks dient dazu,
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Wartungsanweisungen in der Dem
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INDIE™Quick Start Guide
Step 1: Connect Input Sources to INDIE™
1. Connect analog video source to the INDIE™using the three universal video inputs.
2. Connect any SDI video source to the SDI video input (INDIE-400 SDI™and INDIE-HD™only).
3. Connect DVI video source to the DVI video input (INDIE-HD™only).
Step 2: Connect INDIE™to Output Devices
1. Connect Hi-res video output devices to the INDIE™using the 5 BNC or HD-15 output connectors.
2. Connect NTSC or PAL monitor using the Composite or S-Video Output connectors
3. Connect SDI video devices to the SDI video output (INDIE-400 SDI™and INDIE-HD™only).
4. Connect DVI Digital Flat panel display to the DVI video output (INDIE-HD™only).
Step 3: Power Up
Connect INDIE™to AC power using the power cord supplied with the unit. Locate the power switch on the power entry module at the
rear of the unit and turn the power on. When initialization is complete, the front panel display will indicate that the unit has powered
up successfully. The Status screen is displayed when the initialization process is complete.
Step 4: Select and Save the desired Output Format
Press the SETUP button and then using the ADJUST knob, scroll down to “Output” and press the SEL key to enter the Output Setup
menu. Press SEL key to select the Output Format field and then use the ADJUST knob to locate the desired output format. Press
the SEL key again to select this output format. Now scroll down to Save Config and press the SEL key to save this format as the
default.
Press the ESC key to leave the Output Setup menu.

Step 5: Configure Input Sources
INDIE™will automatically lock to video applied to the inputs and will make a attempt to match the Video format in the following search
order: Last configuration saved for the selected input channel, One of 64 stored configurations, any custom formats stored by the user,
library formats and finally using a “best guess” algorithm matching to the closest library format. While this approach generally leads to an
acceptable output image, it is strongly recommended that the user set up a configuration file to precisely define the video parameters
associated with each input. The use of configuration files provides consistent, repeatable operation and allows the user to adjust video
parameters for each source to optimize image quality. Each time a source is selected with the Source Selection keys, the configuration
file associated with that source is automatically reloaded.
Setting up input configuration files is simple. Proceed as follows for each input.
1. Select the source you wish to work by pressing the INPUT select key.
2. Enter the INPUT SETUP menu by pressing the SETUP button and then pressing SEL to select the “Input” menu.
Examine the image on the display device and adjust the input parameters as desired. The Input Setup menu is
described in detail in chapter 3 of the INDIE™manual. Many of the parameters may require no adjustment, however, be
sure that the “Input Format” and “Input Type” menu items are selected to match the incoming source video.
3. When the input setup parameters have been set as desired, scroll down to “Save Config” using the ADJUST knob and
press the SEL button to save the current setup. The setup information is automatically assigned to the source used for
the input setup process. The input configuration file will automatically be recalled for use each time the source is
selected.
NOTE: Whenever a modification is made to a configuration, you must resave the changes following the procedure
above.
This is a quick reference guide. For detailed information on the INDIE™, please refer to the
Installation and Operating Manual supplied with your unit.

Table of Contents
INDIE™QUICK START GUIDE__________________________________________________________________________I
TABLE OF CONTENTS _________________________________________________________________________________I
CHAPTER ONE _______________________________________________________________________________________ 1
INDIETM OVERVIEW __________________________________________________________________________________ 3
DESCRIPTION __________________________________________________________________________________________ 3
INDIE™FEATURES _____________________________________________________________________________________ 3
ADDITIONAL INDIE-400 SDI™FEATURES ___________________________________________________________________ 4
ADDITIONAL INDIE-HD™FEATURES_______________________________________________________________________ 4
CHAPTER TWO ______________________________________________________________________________________ 5
INSTALLATION ______________________________________________________________________________________ 7
INDIE™REAR PANEL CONNECTORS _______________________________________________________________________ 7
INDIE-400 SDI™REAR PANEL CONNECTORS ________________________________________________________________ 8
INDIE-HD™REAR PANEL CONNECTORS____________________________________________________________________ 9
RACK-MOUNT INSTALLATION ____________________________________________________________________________ 10
VIDEO INPUT CONNECTIONS _____________________________________________________________________________ 11
VIDEO OUTPUT CONNECTIONS____________________________________________________________________________ 12
DVI-I VIDEO IN AND LOOP-THROUGH CONNECTORS (UNIVERSAL INPUT 1-INDIE-HD™) ____________________________ 14
RS-232 REMOTE CONTROL CONNECTIONS__________________________________________________________________ 15
CONNECTION TO AC POWER _____________________________________________________________________________ 16
POWER CORD/LINE VOLTAGE SELECTION ____________________________________________________________________ 16
CHAPTER THREE ___________________________________________________________________________________ 19
OPERATION ________________________________________________________________________________________ 21
INDIE™FRONT PANEL CONTROLS________________________________________________________________________ 21
INDIE-400 SDI™FRONT PANEL CONTROLS ________________________________________________________________ 22
INDIE-HD™FRONT PANEL CONTROLS ____________________________________________________________________ 24
POWER UP INITIALIZATION ______________________________________________________________________________ 25
STATUS DISPLAY_______________________________________________________________________________________ 27
MENU CONTROL_______________________________________________________________________________________ 27
MENU OPERATION _____________________________________________________________________________________ 29
SETUP _______________________________________________________________________________________________ 29
INPUT SETUP SUBMENU _________________________________________________________________________________ 29
TYPE SELECTION _______________________________________________________________________________________ 30
YPBPR COLORSPACE SELECTION ___________________________________________________________________________ 31
SAMPLING ____________________________________________________________________________________________ 31
TIMING ADJUST SUBMENU _______________________________________________________________________________ 31
OVERSAMPLED TIMING EDGE SELECTIONS ____________________________________________________________________ 31
1:1 SAMPLING OVERVIEW ________________________________________________________________________________ 32
1:1 SAMPLING OPERATION________________________________________________________________________________ 32
AUTO CONFIG _________________________________________________________________________________________ 32
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SAMPLE PHASE_________________________________________________________________________________________ 32
ACTIVE AREA__________________________________________________________________________________________ 32
CONTRAST AND BRIGHTNESS______________________________________________________________________________ 33
COLOR BALANCE SUBMENU______________________________________________________________________________ 33
GAMMA ______________________________________________________________________________________________ 33
ASPECT RATIO SUBMENU ________________________________________________________________________________ 34
LETTERBOX SELECTION __________________________________________________________________________________ 34
PROCESSING SUBMENU__________________________________________________________________________________ 34
DE-INTERLACING ______________________________________________________________________________________ 35
VIDEO PROCESSING DELAY ______________________________________________________________________________ 35
VIDEO PROCESSING DELAY FOR INDIE ______________________________________________________________________ 35
VIDEO PROCESSING DELAY FOR INDIE-400 SDI AND INDIE-HD _________________________________________________ 35
SAVE CONFIG__________________________________________________________________________________________ 35
RESET CONFIG _________________________________________________________________________________________ 37
RECALL CONFIG________________________________________________________________________________________ 37
DELETE CONFIG ________________________________________________________________________________________ 37
OUTPUT SETUP SUBMENU________________________________________________________________________________ 38
[OUTPUT FORMAT]_____________________________________________________________________________________ 38
TIMING ADJUST SUBMENU _______________________________________________________________________________ 38
COMP/S-VID ADJUSTMENTS SUBMENU _____________________________________________________________________ 39
SYNC SETTINGS SUBMENU _______________________________________________________________________________ 40
UNDERSCAN___________________________________________________________________________________________ 40
COLORSPACE __________________________________________________________________________________________ 40
GAMMA ______________________________________________________________________________________________ 40
SHARPNESS ___________________________________________________________________________________________ 40
FLICKER REDUCE _______________________________________________________________________________________ 41
GENLOCK SUBMENU____________________________________________________________________________________ 41
SOURCE ______________________________________________________________________________________________ 41
GENLOCK TYPE SUBMENU ________________________________________________________________________________ 41
H PHASE _____________________________________________________________________________________________ 42
SC PHASE ____________________________________________________________________________________________ 42
SAVE CONFIG__________________________________________________________________________________________ 42
RESET CONFIG _________________________________________________________________________________________ 42
IN AUTO ACQUIRE ______________________________________________________________________________________ 43
FORMATS SUBMENU ____________________________________________________________________________________ 44
SAVE AS SUBMENU _____________________________________________________________________________________ 44
DELETE SUBMENU _____________________________________________________________________________________ 46
H,V Parameters________________________________________________________________________________________ 47
V Rate _______________________________________________________________________________________________ 47
Computed_H_Rate _____________________________________________________________________________________ 47
Interlaced_____________________________________________________________________________________________ 47
VIEWS SUBMENU_______________________________________________________________________________________ 48
RECALL VIEWS SUBMENU _______________________________________________________________________________ 48
SAVE VIEWS SUBMENU__________________________________________________________________________________ 48
DELETE VIEWS SUBMENU________________________________________________________________________________ 49
EFFECTS SUBMENU _____________________________________________________________________________________ 50
TECH SUPPORT SUBMENU _______________________________________________________________________________ 51
SYSTEM SUBMENU _____________________________________________________________________________________ 52
VFD BRIGHTNESS ______________________________________________________________________________________ 52
RS232 SUBMENU ______________________________________________________________________________________ 52
ETHERNET SUBMENU ___________________________________________________________________________________ 53
SET STATIC IP SUBMENU ________________________________________________________________________________ 53
SAVE SYSTEM STATE ____________________________________________________________________________________ 54
FACTORY RESET________________________________________________________________________________________ 54
TEST PATTERN MENU___________________________________________________________________________________ 56
ZOOM MENU__________________________________________________________________________________________ 57
PAN MENU ___________________________________________________________________________________________ 57
PAN AND ZOOM RESET___________________________________________________________________________________ 57
CHAPTER FOUR_____________________________________________________________________________________ 59
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SERIAL COMMAND SYNTAX_________________________________________________________________________ 61
SERIAL PARAMETERS ___________________________________________________________________________________ 61
RS232 MODE _________________________________________________________________________________________ 61
INDIETM REMOTE COMMANDS ______________________________________________________________________ 62
INDIETM COMMAND LIST/DESCRIPTION _____________________________________________________________ 66
CHAPTER FIVE _____________________________________________________________________________________ 93
SOFTWARE UPGRADE INSTRUCTIONS _______________________________________________________________ 95
OVERVIEW ___________________________________________________________________________________________ 95
HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS _____________________________________________________________________________ 95
SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS ______________________________________________________________________________ 95
CONNECTING TO FSR___________________________________________________________________________________ 95
DOWNLOADING NECESSARY FILES ________________________________________________________________________ 95
INSTALLING INDIE’S SOFTWARE FILES AND FLASH FILE LOADER _______________________________________________ 95
STARTING THE INDIE FLASH FILE LOADER UTILITY ____________________________________________________________ 95
PREPARING TO UPGRADE THE INDIE UNIT ___________________________________________________________________ 96
UPLOADING FILES TO THE INDIE UNIT ______________________________________________________________________ 96
CHAPTER SIX _______________________________________________________________________________________ 97
FSR INFORMATION _________________________________________________________________________________ 99
FSR WARRANTY ______________________________________________________________________________________ 99
RETURN MATERIAL AUTHORIZATION (RMA) _______________________________________________________________ 99
FSR CONTACT INFORMATION ____________________________________________________________________________ 99
APPENDIX _________________________________________________________________________________________ 101
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CHAPTER ONE
Introduction
What you will find in this chapter…
 About INDIETM
 Features
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INDIETM Overview
Description
The INDIE™is a powerful all-in-one signal processor that accepts a wide range of video input signals and processes
them into a number of different output signal formats to meet the video requirements of virtually any application. The
INDIE™line allows you to scale visual sources, mix and match them in any way while still maintaining a high quality
picture.
The unit is a high performance digital video scaler, scan converter, standards converter, switcher and transcoder in
one. The INDIE™line is the ideal solution for converting RGB, HDTV, component, S-video, composite (NTSC, PAL
and SECAM), SDI, DVI, and HDSDI into a user-selectable format. INDIE™output formats include a wide variety that
support popular computer video, standard video, plasma, DVI, and HDTV rates.
The INDIE™has an advanced feature set that includes:
universal inputs, aspect ratio conversion, memory presets, test patterns, Genlock, picture adjustments, motion
adaptive de-interlacing, and 3:2 and 2:2 pull-down detection.
INDIE 300™Features
• Three universal inputs accept RGBHV/RGBCs/RGsB computer video, component video (STD or HDTV), S-
Video, or composite video with loop-through
• Input Video detection and Auto-acquisition. INDIE will auto detect and match input video to stored formats
or user configurations.
• Four video outputs; (2) RGB or component video, (1) composite video, and (1) S-video
• Aspect ratio conversion and adjustments
• Pan and zoom
• Freeze
• 10-Bit processing
• De-interlacing modes: Motion Adaptive and Field to Frame
• 3:2 pulldown detection for NTSC and 2:2 film detection for PAL video sources
• Decodes NTSC, PAL, and SECAM
• Ethernet connector for real-time control
• Encodes NTSC and PAL
• Vertical lock (Genlock) eliminates image tears and other artifacts in scaled motion video by eliminating frame
rate conversion
• Executive mode: protects system configuration settings during use
• 64 independent input configuration memory presets
• Backed by three-year warranty
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Additional INDIE 400 SDI™Features
• One SD SDI input and output
• Can be later upgraded to INDIE-HD
• Motion adaptive de-interlacing for HDTV inputs
• Low Video Delay
• Logo image capture and recall feature
• Dissolve to/from stored logo
Additional INDIE 400 HD™Features
• SD SDI/HD SDI input and output
• DVI-I connectors support both universal analog and DVI input with loop-through
• DVI output
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CHAPTER TWO
INSTALLATION
What you will find in this chapter…
 Rear Panel Connectors
 Rack-Mount Installation
 Video Input & Output Connections
 Remote Control Connections
 Power Cord/Line Voltage Selection
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Installation
INDIE™Rear Panel Connectors
UNIVERSAL INPUT 1
IN LOOP
IN LOOP
UNIVERSAL INPUT 2
H/C
G/Y/COMPOSITER/R-Y/C UNIVERSAL INPUT 3 B/B-Y V
IN IN IN IN IN
LOOP
H/C
UNIVERSAL INPUT 3
G/Y/COMPOSITE
R/R-Y/C B/B-Y V
LOOP LOOP LOOP LOOP
OUTPUT OUTPUT 1
S-VIDEO R/R-Y G/Y/COMPOSITE B/B-Y
GENLOCK INOUTPUT 2
COMPOSITE
OUTPUT H/C VH/C/BURST
REMOTE CONTROL
RS-232
ETHERNET
V
Figure 2-1: INDIE™Rear Panel
Video Input BNC connectors with loop-through (Universal Input 3)
Video Input HD-15 connectors with loop-through (Universal Inputs 1 & 2)
Video Output BNC connectors (Output 2)
Video Output HD-15 connectors (Output 1)
S-video on 4-pin mini-DIN connector
Composite Output BNC
Genlock BNCs
Remote Control RJ-45 Ethernet Connector
Remote Control RS-232 DB-9 Connector
AC Power connector
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INDIE-400 SDI™Rear Panel Connectors
UNIVERSAL INPUT 1
IN LOOP
UNIVERSAL INPUT 2
H/CG/Y/COMPOSITE
R/R-Y/C UNIVERSAL INPUT 3
B/B-Y V
IN IN IN IN IN
LOOP
H/C
UNIVERSAL INPUT 3
G/Y/COMPOSITER/R-Y/C B/B-Y V
LOOP LOOP LOOP LOOP
SDI INPUT SDI OUTPUT
OUTPUT OUTPUT 1
S-VIDEO R/R-Y G/Y/COMPOSITE B/B-Y
GENLOCK IN
OUTPUT 2COMPOSITE
OUTPUT H/C VH/C/BURST
REMOTE CONTROL
RS-232ETHERNET
V
IN LOOP
Figure 2-2: INDIE-400 SDI™Rear Panel
Video Input BNC connectors with loop-through (Universal input 3)
Video Input HD-15 connectors with loop-through (Universal inputs 1 & 2)
Standard Definition SDI Digital Video Input BNC
Video Output BNC connectors (Output 2)
Video Output HD-15 connectors (Output 1)
S-video on 4-pin mini-DIN connector
Composite Output BNC
Genlock BNCs
Standard Definition SDI Digital Video Output BNC
Remote Control RJ-45 Ethernet Connector
Remote Control RS-232 DB-9 Connector
AC Power connector
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INDIE-HD™Rear Panel Connectors
RS-232
REMOTE CONTROL
H/C GENLOCK IN
H/C/BURST DVI-D OUTPUT
OUTPUT 2
H/C V
SDI OUTPUT OUTPUT
COMPOSITE
SDI INPUT
V
G/Y/COMPOSITE B/B-Y
UNIVERSAL INPUT 3
R/R-Y/C
UNIVERSAL INPUT 1
H/C VETHERNET
B/B-Y
G/Y/COMPOSITE
OUTPUT 1
VS-VIDEO
OUTPUT
G/Y/COMPOSITE B/B-Y
UNIVERSAL INPUT 3
R/R-Y/C
UNIVERSAL INPUT 2 R/R-Y
INININ
ININ
LOOP
IN
LOOPLOOPLOOP
LOOPLOOP
LOOP
IN
Figure 2-3: INDIE-HD™Rear Panel
Video Input BNC connectors with loop-through (Universal input 3)
Video Input HD-15 connectors with loop-through (Universal input 2)
Digital / Analog Video Input on DVI-I Connector with loop-through (Universal input 1)
Standard Definition/High Definition SDI Digital Video Input BNC
Video Output BNC connectors (Output 2)
Video Output HD-15 connectors (Output 1)
DVI Digital Video Output on DVI-D Connector
S-video on 4-pin mini-DIN connector
Composite Output BNC
Genlock BNCs
Standard Definition/High Definition SDI Digital Video Output BNC
Remote Control RJ-45 Ethernet Connector
Remote Control RS-232 DB-9 Connector
AC Power connector
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Rack-Mount Installation
INDIETM units are designed to be rack mounted and are supplied with front rack-mount hardware. Rear rack-mount
brackets are available as a kit and are recommended for use when units are mounted in transit cases. When rack
mounting the unit, remember that the maximum ambient operating temperature for the unit is 40 degrees C. Leave at
least one inch of space front and rear to make sure that the airflow through the fan and vent holes is not restricted.
When installing equipment into a rack, distribute the units evenly to prevent hazardous conditions that may be
created by uneven weight distribution. Connect the unit only to a properly rated supply circuit. Reliable grounding
(earthing) of rack-mounted equipment should be maintained.
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