Gefen EXT-3GSDI-2-HDMI1.3S User manual

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3GSDI to
HDMI®1.3 Scaler
EXT-3GSDI-2-HDMI1.3S
User Manual
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1 Introduction
2 Operation Notes
3 Features
4 Panel Layout
5 Panel Descriptions
6 Connecting And Operating The 3G-SDI To HDMI Scaler
6 Setting up the Scaler for the First Time
7 RMT-8HDS-IR Remote Description
8 IR Remote Installation
9 RMT-8HDS-IR Remote Configuration
10 Controlling the 3GSDI to HDMI 1.3 Scaler
11 Supported Video & Graphics Formats
13 Utilizing the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu
General Operations
Save Configuration
14 Patterns
Color Bars & Cross-Hatch Patterns
15 Output Formats Menu
15 Available Formats /
Monitor Supported Feature
16 Video Output Formats
Graphic Output Formats
17 Custom Output Formats
HDMI Output Link Configuration
Frame Rate
18 Deep Color
18 Input Formats Menu
19 SDI Input Format
SDI Input Link Configuration
20 Clean Aperature
Film Mode
21 SDI Audio Channel Selection
IR Remote Channel
22 Picture Adjustments/Enhancement Functions
22 Color Brightness & Contrast Adjustments
23 Gamma Correction
Detail Enhancement
24 Noise Reduction
Motion Threshold
25 Output Color Range
25 Layout Menu
26 Size and Position of the Output Picture
Aspect Ratio
27 Extracting a Subset of the Source Signal
Through Mode
28-29 Troubleshooting
30 Appendix A: Gamma User Table Update
31 Appendix B: Software Updates
32 Specifications
33 Warranty
CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the 3GSDI to HDMI 1.3 Scaler. Your
complete satisfaction is very important to us.
Gefen
Gefen delivers innovative, progressive computer and electronics add-on solutions
that harness integration, extension, distribution and conversion technologies.
Gefen’s reliable, plug-and-play products supplement cross-platform computer
systems, professional audio/video environments and HDTV systems of all sizes
with hard-working solutions that are easy to implement and simple to operate.
The Gefen 3GSDI to HDMI 1.3 Scaler
The Gefen 3GSDI to HDMI 1.3 Scaler will take any SDI, HD-SDI, or 3G-SDI
video signal and convert it to HDMI 1.3 scaled to the output resolution of your
display device. The SDI input signal will simply be converted to an HDMI signal.
A user-friendly On-Screen Display will allow the user to select features such as
Deep Color conversion and colorspace. A built-in 720p (60Hz) test pattern is also
available without connecting an SDI source, useful for checking the HDMI video
output. An SDI loop out and a S/PDIF digital audio output are also provided for
monitoring the input SDI source and/or distributing the SDI audio to an external
digital amplification device.
How It Works
The 3GSDI to HDMI Scaler converts an SDI source signal (SD/HD/3G-SDI) to
an HDMI 1.3-compliant A/V signal which is then scaled to optimally fit the output/
display device at resolutions of up to 2048x1080p24.
The SDI source device is connected to the SDI input. An HDMI-compliant output
device is connected to the HDMI A/V output connector. The included power
supply is connected and plugged into an available wall socket. The input signals
are now converted to the proper output format and scaled to your choice of
resolutions on the output device.
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OPERATION NOTES
• The built-in GUI (Graphical User Interface) or On-Screen Display (OSD)
provides convenient operation of the Scaler. The supplied IR Remote
control operates the OSD. Page 10 and following cover OSD functions.
• The IR Remote’s operating channel must be identical to that of the Scaler.
Please see page 9 for complete details on how to configure the IR Channel.
• The 3GSDI to HDMI 1.3 Scaler supports many input and output resolutions.
For a complete list of supported formats, see the tables on pages 10 and 11.
• Supports SMPTE standards 259M, 292M, SMPTE 274M, SMPTE 296M,
ITU-R BT.656 and ITU-R BT.601. Handles 3G-SDI hvv 425-A and 425-B /
formats 1080P 50/59.94/60.
• Supports HDMI 1.3 with 225 MHz Video Bandwidth, 10-bit Deep Color
(RGB & YCbCr 4:4:4 only), and up to 8 channels of converted SDI audio
embedded into HDMI.
• Internal software (firmware) may be upgraded via the built-in Serial or USB
ports. A DB9 serial cable is provided for this purpose. Note that software
updates performed on the USB port will be quicker due to its higher data
transfer rate.
READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR
OPERATING THE 3GSDI TO HDMI 1.3 SCALER
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Features
• View 3G-SDI video directly from a 3G-SDI network scaled onto any HDMI-
compliant display at any resolution you choose.
• 225 MHz Video Bandwidth (max. output resolution supported:
2048x1080/24)
• 10-bit Deep Color (RGB & YCbCr 4:4:4 only)
• Up to 8 channels of PCM audio embedded into the HDMI output signal
• Dolby Digital/DTS AC3 encoded audio
• Separate multi-channel S/PDIF digital audio output of converted SDI audio
for amplification and/or monitoring purposes.
• User-Friendly On-Screen Display (OSD) menu system combined with an
IR Remote Control enables intuitive adjustment of a wide variety of image
processing functions.
• Local 3G-SDI output for each 3G-SDI source permits connection to
additional 3G-SDI products on a SDI network and viewing of input sources
on 3G-SDI based monitors
• The built-in Genlock Reference Input connector enables synchronization of
the Scaler to other television picture sources on an SDI network (both tri-
level and blackburst)
• Automatic detection of SD-, HD- and 3G-SDI formats on the inputs
• Field upgradable firmware using the built-in USB 2.0 port or RS-232 Serial
port.
• Many other powerful features including pattern generation, aspect ratios,
detail enhancement, noise reduction, Film Mode, and much more.
Package Includes:
(1) Gefen 3GSDI to HDMI 1.3 Scaler
(1) IR Remote Control Unit
(1) DB9 Serial Cable (M-F)
(1) 5V DC Locking Power Supply
(1) Set of Rack Ears
(1) User Manual
FEATURES
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PANEL LAYOUT
Back
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Front
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1 IR Window (Sensor)
Electronic sensor which receives IR commands from the IR Remote Control.
2 Power LED Indicator (Red)
Becomes active when power is supplied to the Scaler via the included 5V power
adapter.Also indicates when there is an error with the Scaler. If the Scaler
encounters an error that it cannot fix, it will blink the power LED (please see the
Troubleshooting section for further information on page 25).
3 3G LED Indicator (Blue)
Lights up when input to the Scaler is a 3G-SDI signal.
4 RS-232 Serial Port
This port is used to control the Scaler using RS-232. ADB9 serial cable is
provided for this purpose.
5 5V Locking Power Input Connector
Plug the included power supply’s threaded power connector into this terminal
and screw it in firmly, then plug in the wall adapter.
6 USB 2.0 Input Port
This high-speed input port is used to update the internal software of the Scaler
(see page 27). The user must supply a USB cable to utilize this port.
7 S/PDIF Coaxial Digital Audio Ouput
Outputs up to 5.1 channels of digital audio extracted from the HDMI source to a
S/PDIF coaxial digital output for monitoring and/or external amplification.
8 SD/HD/3G-SDI Input 1
Receives incoming SDI source signal No. 1.
9 SD/HD/3G-SDI Loop Output 1
Allows monitoring of SDI source signal No. 1 (no scaling is performed).
10 SD/HD/3G-SDI Input 2
Receives incoming SDI source signal No. 2 (no input selection is allowed).
11 SD/HD/3G-SDI Loop Output 2
Allows monitoring of SDI source signal No. 2 before conversion to HDMI takes
place (no scaling is performed).
12 HDMI Output
Sends converted SD/HD/3G-SDI to an HDMI display/output device.
PANEL DESCRIPTIONS
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CONNECTING AND OPERATING THE 3GSDI TO HDMI 1.3 SCALER
Setting up the Scaler for the First Time
1. Connect the SD/HD/3G-SDI source(s) to the SDI input(s) on the Scaler. If using a
dual-link SDI source, ensure that both SDI inputs 1 and 2 are connected. If SDI source
monitoring is desired, connect an SDI output device on the SDI loop output.
2. SDI audio may be monitored on digital audio equipment by connecting amplification/
output devices to the S/PDIF output on the Scaler.
3. Connect an HDMI-compliant output device to the HDMI output port on the 3GSDI
to HDMI 1.3 Scaler. Connect the included 5V DC power supply’s locking power
connector to the Scaler, then connect the AC adaptor to an available wall socket.
4. Operation of the Scaler is done by the included IR Remote Control. The remote
control has directional buttons to navigate within the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu
system that drives the Scaler. The MENU button brings up the OSD and the OK button
confirms a choice or selection.
Be sure you have read the contents of page 7, “EXT-RMT-8HDS-IR Remote
Description” to familiarize yourself with the IR remote control supplied with the Scaler.
5. Power up the Scaler. The Power LED indicator will turn red. Press the MENU button
on the included IR Remote to activate the OSD (Use the OK button when confirming a
choice or making selections). Use the IR remote to access the input menu, then select
the link configuration type (single or dual link). The OSD will indicate the input format.
By default the Scaler will choose an optimum output resolution. An alternate resolution
may be selected from the output menu. In about 30 seconds, the Gefen logo will
appear on the HDMI output device, then the SDI source signal will be displayed.
EXT-3GSDI-2-HDMI1.3S
Scaler
3GSDI Source
Audio Receiver
HDMI Display
Sc
ANALOG AUDIO (RCA) CABLE
3G-SDI CABLE
HDMI CABLE
Wiring Diagram for the Gefen 3GSDI to HDMI 1.3 Scaler
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Operation of the Scaler is done by IR Remote Control (Gefen part no. EXT-RMT-8HDS-IR,
provided with the 3GSDI to HDMI 1.3 Scaler). The remote control has directional buttons to
navigate within the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu system that drives the Scaler.
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RMT-8HDS-IR REMOTE DESCRIPTION
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1. LED indicator - lights up whenever a key is pressed, confirming transmission
of IR commands to the Scaler.
2. The ENTER button activates a selected menu option in the OSD.
3. LEFT direction key for menu navigation within the OSD.
4. DOWN direction key for menu navigation within the OSD.
5. Source - Cycles between available input sources. The selectable inputs are
3GSDI Input 1 and 3GSDI Input 2. Press once for Input 1; twice for Input 2.
6. Output - Cycles through the available output resolutions. Please see the section
“Output Resolutions” on page 11 for the table of output resolutions.
7. Menu - Displays the OSD menu system for control of the Scaler.
8. RIGHT direction key for menu navigation within the OSD.
9. UP direction key for menu navigation within the OSD.
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1. Remove battery cover from the back of the included RMT-SHDS-IR remote.
2. Verify that DIP switches 1 and 2 are in the down (OFF) position. (See page 9
for DIP Switch IR Channel Settings.)
3. Insert the battery, holding the battery so that you can see the positive side
facing up. The side that is not marked must be facing down.
4. Test the RMT-8HDS-IR remote by pressing ONLY one button at a time. The
indicator light on the remote will flash once each time you press a button.
NOTE: The RMT-8HDS-IR ships with two batteries. Only one battery is required
for operation, the other battery is complimentary.
IR REMOTE INSTALLATION
Battery chamber
DIP switch bank

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RMT-8HDS-IR REMOTE CONFIGURATION
How to Resolve IR Code Conflicts
In the event that IR commands from other remote controls conflict with the
supplied RMT-8HDS-IR remote control, changing the remote channel will
alleviate this issue. The RMT-8HDS-IR remote control has DIP SWITCHES
for configuring the remote channel. The Scaler must match the remote
channel set in the RMT-8HDS-IR remote control. Please see page 18 for
instructions on how to configure the channel on the Scaler. By default, both
the Scaler and the RMT-8HDS-IR remote control are set to Channel 1.
Remote Channel 1:
(Default)
Remote Channel 3:
1 2
Remote Channel 2:
1 2
1 2
Remote Channel 4:
1 2
Left: Picture of the opened rear battery com-
partment of the RMT-8HDS-IR remote show-
ing the exposed DIP Switch bank
between the battery chambers.
DIP Switch IR Channel Settings

CONNECTING AND OPERATING THE 3GSDI TO HDMI 1.3 SCALER
Controlling the 3GSDI to HDMI 1.3 Scaler
The 3GSDI to HDMI 1.3 Scaler has a built in GUI (Graphical User Interface) for
navigating the various functions, otherwise known as the On-Screen Display or
OSD. The OSD is navigated by the included IR remote control. Please see the
RMT-8HDS-IR Remote Description on page 7 for functional information.
Entering the Menu System
Pressing the Menu button on the included RMT-8HDS-IR remote control will display
the OSD for performing operations.
The OSD is overlaid onto the outgoing video to the display. Therefore, the selected
source must be outputting a compatible resolution for viewing on the display. If video
is not visible on the display, the OSD will also fail to be displayed. To correct this,
please follow the steps below:
1. Verify that the source is on and outputting a video signal.
2. Verify that the RMT-8HDS-IR remote channel is in the default position.
(See Page 9)
3. Verify that the Scaler is selected to the chosen source.
4. Press the Output button on the RMT-8HDS-IR remote control to cycle through
output resolutions until video is displayed. Please see page 11 for a listing of the
available output resolutions and cycle order.
5. Navigation
Use the directional buttons to navigate the menu system. Press the OK button
to enter a sub category and also to select a menu item for adjustment. Use the
Left and Right buttons to adjust the selected menu item. Press the EXIT or OK
button to return to the previous menu. Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to
adjust selected options. Pressing the EXIT button while in the main menu will
exit out of the menu system.
IMPORTANT:
When using the remote, do not press multiple buttons simultaneously or rapidly.
These actions will cause the remote to reset and the power-on/initialization
sequence on page 6 will have to be repeated.
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Supported Video and Graphics Formats
The following table contains all supported video and graphic formats for the
Gefen 3GSDI to HDMI 1.3 Scaler. The Scaler can receive any of the input
formats and can convert these to any of the output formats listed. Formats not
listed in the following table are not supported by this device.
Format Mode Signal Type
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CONNECTING AND OPERATING THE 3GSDI TO HDMI 1.3 SCALER
Format Mode Signal Type
1920x1080 24 PsF Video Input
1920x1080 23.98 P Video Input & Output
1920x1080 23.98 PsF Video Input
2048x1080 24 P Video Input & Output
2048x1080 24 PsF Video Input
2048x1080 23.98 P Video Input & Output
2048x1080 23.98 PsF Video Input
640x350 85 P Graphic Output
640x400 85 P Graphic Output
640x480 60 VGA Graphic Output
640x480 75 VGA Graphic Output
640x480 85 VGA Graphic Output
800x600 60 SVGA Graphic Output
800x600 75 SVGA Graphic Output
800x600 85 SVGA Graphic Output
1024x768 60 XGA Graphic Output
1024x768 75 XGA Graphic Output
1024x768 85 XGA Graphic Output
1280x854 Graphic Output
1152x864 75 P Graphic Output
1280x768 60 P Graphic Output
1280x960 60 P Graphic Output
1280x960 85 P Graphic Output
1280x1024 60 SXGA Graphic Output
1280x1024 75 SXGA Graphic Output
1280x1024 85 SXGA Graphic Output
1360x768 60 P Graphic Output
1365x768 60 P Graphic Output
1366x768 60 P Graphic Output
1366x923 50 P Graphic Output
1440x900 60 P Graphic Output
1440x1080 60 P Graphic Output
1600x1024 Graphic Output
1600x1200 60 UXGA Graphic Output
1680x1050 60 P Graphic Output
1920x1200 60 P Graphic Output
2048x1080 Graphic Output
Supported Video & Graphic Formats, Continued
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CONNECTING AND OPERATING THE 3GSDI TO HDMI 1.3 SCALER
Contains options such as OSD Language (English or French) and Scaler configuration:
General Options
Utilizing the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu
To access the 3GSDI to HDMI 1.3 Scaler OSD menu, it must be connected to an HDMI-
compliant video display device using an HDMI cable. Push the MENU button on the IR
Remote to make the OSD menu appear or disappear. When first activated, the initial OSD
screen shows the software revision and the remote channel number. The following sections
(up to page 24) cover all of the options which are available from the OSD menu.
Save Configuration
From here you can save the Scaler’s configuration to be restored at the next power
up, or alternately restore the default factory configuration. When restoring the factory
configuration, please note that you will overwrite any saved configuration. In a situatioin
where the Scaler has locked up or is malfunctioning and the OSD is not visible, the Scaler
may be restored to factory default settings by pressing the LEFT, RIGHT, and OK buttons
in sequence on the IR Remote Control. Please note that this operation will erase user-
created saved configurations.
Figure 2 - On-Screen Display
Figure 3 - Language & Configuration
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CONNECTING AND OPERATING THE 3GSDI TO HDMI 1.3 SCALER
Patterns
The 3GSDI to HDMI 1.3 Scaler has 2 built-in test patterns: Color Bars and Cross Hatch,
useful for testing the device and calibrating the settings.
Figure 4 - Patterns
Color Bars & Cross Hatch Test Patterns
Activates the two test patterns (see menu above).
Figure 6 - Cross Hatch Pattern
Figure 5 - Color Bars Pattern
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CONNECTING AND OPERATING THE 3GSDI TO HDMI 1.3 SCALER
Output Formats Menu
Figure 7 - Output
The video signal created on the HDMI output port can be configured from the Output menu.
The user can select Video (TV), Graphic (computer) or custom output format. The output
color space, the frame rate and Deep Color settings can also be configured.
Available Formats / Monitor Supported Feature
By default all options are selected, allowing selection of any output format. However it is
possible that a device connected on the HDMI output port does not support all video and
graphic formats. If the HDMI output is connected directly to an HDMI-compliant monitor,
you can select the Monitor Supported option. With the Monitor Supported option ON, the
Scaler will disable all the formats (video and graphic) that are not supported by the currently
connected monitor.
Figure 8 - Available Formats
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CONNECTING AND OPERATING THE 3GSDI TO HDMI 1.3 SCALER
This section of the menu contains all video formats that can be output by the scaler on the
HDMI output. If the Monitor Supported option is selected (see Available Formats), some
formats will be disabled. If the current output format is a video format, a check mark will be
visible on the “Video Output Format” box (please see figure below).
Figure 9 - Video Output Format
Video Output Formats
Here you may select any of all graphic formats that can be output by the scaler on the
HDMI output. If the Monitor Supported option is selected (see Available Formats table),
some formats will be disabled. If the current output format is a graphic video format, a
check mark will be visible on the “Graphic Output Format” box (please see figure below).
Graphic Output Formats
Figure 10 - Graphic Output Format
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This function allows creation of a custom output. 720p is the default. Check
the specifications of your output device to ensure compatibility when creating a
custom output format.
Custom Output Format
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Figure 11 - Custom Output Format
HDMI Output Link Configuration
Figure 12 - Link Configuration (Output)
You can select the color space of the HDMI output here. If a choice is made that is
incompatible with the EDID (capabilities info) of the display/output device, one item or all
items on the Link Configuration menu may be disabled.
Frame Rate
Here you may put in a custom frame rate. Not all frame rates will work for all output formats.
Figure 13 - Frame Rate