Hall Research Technologies SC-CSV-HD User manual

User’s Manual
SC-CSV-HD
Composite & S-Video to HDMI Video Processor
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Contents
1.0 Introduction................................................................................ 2
1.1 General ........................................................................................ 2
1.2 Features....................................................................................... 2
2.0 Installation.................................................................................. 3
2.1 Connections................................................................................. 3
2.2 Connection Block Diagram........................................................... 3
2.3 Package Contents........................................................................ 4
3.0 Configuration & Operation ........................................................ 4
3.1 Input and Output .......................................................................... 4
3.2 OSD Menu ................................................................................... 4
3.3 Setting the Output Resolution ...................................................... 5
3.3.1 Obtaining an image on the screen ...................................... 5
3.3.2 Recalling Factory Defaults .................................................. 6
3.3.3 Setting the output resolution ............................................... 6
4.0 Troubleshooting......................................................................... 7
4.1 Contacting Hall Research............................................................. 7
5.0 Supported Input and Output Resolutions ................................ 7
6.0 Specifications............................................................................. 8
TRADEMARKS USED IN THIS MANUAL
Hall Research and its logo are trademarks of Hall Research. Any other trademarks
mentioned in this manual are acknowledged as the property of the trademark owners.
FCC RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation

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1.0 Introduction
1.1 General
Thank you for purchasing Hall Research’s SC-CSV-HD. This unit can convert
and scale composite Video or S-video into an HDMI signal of user specified
resolution. The unit takes advantage of the HDMI signal's ability to embed
audio with video and supports a wide range of HDTV and PC resolutions; up
to 1080p. For convenience, both stereo analog and optical digital audio
inputs and outputs are provided.
Along with video, the SC-CSV-HD converts analog or digital optical fiber
(TOSLink) audio inputs into both an analog and digital format for
simultaneous output on the HDMI, Optical Fiber (TOSLink) and analog
3.5mm L/R connectors.
The SC-CSV-HD has an easy to use OSD (on
screen display) menu for configuration, picture setup,
system information and other advanced options. It
also includes a horizontal mirroring feature, which is
useful for Teleprompters and rear projection
systems.
For convenience, the unit features integrated mounting brackets.
1.2 Features
•Scales Composite Video or S-Video to PC (VGA~WUXGA) or
HD(480i~1080p) resolutions
•Can automatically detect the connected monitors’ NATIVE resolution
and adjust the output scaling to match.
•Supports 50/60 Hz frame rate conversion
•Supports 3D motion video adaptive, 3D de-interlacing and 3:2/2:2
pull down detection and recovery
•Horizontal mirroring (X-axis flip)
•Provides OSD with contrast, brightness, hue, saturation, sharpness,
RGB (color tone), aspect ratio size and audio delay
•Supports stereo LPCM analog/digital audio input and stereo LPCM
analog/digital output.
•Easy- to- use push buttons and OSD menu control.
•Powerful video scaling for real-time frame rate conversion

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2.0 Installation
2.1 Connections
The SC-CSV-HD accepts either S-video or Composite inputs. The output is
HDMI, but can also connect to DVI monitors using HDMI-to-DVI cable (not
included).
Connect the audio source to the analog L/R input connectors or use the
TOSLink connecter if using an optical fiber audio input.
Connect the display device to the HDMI output connector
Connect the audio output device to either 3.5mm Audio output connector or
the TOSLink (Optical Fiber) connector. Note that audio comes from all
simultaneously.
2.2 Connection Block Diagram

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2.3 Package Contents
(1) Model SC-CSV-HD
(1) 5V DC Universal Power Supply (Do Not
Substitute)
(1) 2-RCA to 2-RCA audio cable
(1) Composite video cable
(1) User’s Manual
3.0 Configuration & Operation
3.1 Input and Output
3.2 OSD Menu
Pressing the Menu button will bring up the OSD menu controls on the
screen. Use the up and down arrows to your desired item, then press MENU
to select and enter into sub menu. Select EXIT from a submenu to go back to
the main menu or from the main menu to exit the OSD.
Top Menu
Sub-Menu
Value
PICTURE
SETTING
CONTRAST
0 to 100% (DEFAULT=43)
BRIGHTNESS
0 to 100% (DEFAULT=54)
EXIT
FINETUNE
HUE
0 to 100% (DEFAULT=55)
SATURATION
0 to 100% (DEFAULT=37)
SHARPNESS
0 to 100% (DEFAULT=18)
NR
OFF/LOW/MIDDLE/HIGH (DEFAULT=OFF)
EXIT
COLOR SETTING
RED
0 to 100% (DEFAULT=48)
GREEN
0 to 100% (DEFAULT=48)
BLUE
0 to 100% (DEFAULT=52)
EXIT

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OUTPUT SETTING
SIZE
FULL, OVERSCAN, UNDERSCAN, LETTERBOX, PANSCAN
(DEFAULT=FULL)
RESOLUTION
NATIVE* , 640x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1280x800,
1440x900, 1280x1024, 1400x1050, 1600x900, 1600x1200,
1680x1050, 1920x1200,
480p, 576p, 720p50, 720p60,
1080i50, 1080i60, 1080p50, 1080p60 (DEFAULT= NATIVE)
MIRROR
OFF or ON ( DEFAULT = OFF)
TIMING SHIFT
OFF or ON ( DEFAULT = OFF)
EXIT
AUDIO SETTING
DELAY
OFF/40ms/110ms/150ms ( DEFAULT = OFF)
INPUT
ANALOG / OPTICAL( DEFAULT = ANALOG)
SOUND
ON or MUTE (DEFAULT = ON)
EXIT
OSD SETTING
H-POSITION
0 to 100% (DEFAULT=10)
V-POSITION
0 to 100% (DEFAULT=90)
TIMER
0 to 100% (DEFAULT=10)
BACKGROUND
0 to 100% (DEFAULT=63)
DISPLAY
INFO/ON/OFF ( DEFAULT = OFF)
FACTORY RESET
Reset unit parameters to default state
INFORMATION
SOURCE (Input Interface)
INPUT ( Input Resolution)
OUTPUT (Output Resolution)
VERSION (Firmware Version)
MODEL SC-CSV-HD
EXIT
EXIT OSD
* The NATIVE output setting causes the scaler output to be the best matched to the
native resolution of the connected display.
3.3 Setting the Output Resolution
3.3.1 Obtaining an image on the screen
As shipped from the factory, or after a factory default reset, the unit output
resolution setting should be “NATIVE”. This means that upon power up the
device will read the EDID of your display and output a compatible resolution
resulting in a picture. However, if the output setting is not at “NATIVE”, or if
the unit cannot ascertain the EDID of the display, then you may not get a
picture and since most settings are done by means of an on-screen display
(OSD), it is necessary to get an image on the display first, before you can
navigate through the OSD menus.
For this purpose, you can use one of two preset button combinations to set a
resolution that your display supports. Two options are available (depending
on the display device):

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1. If the display is HDTV compatible (with an HDMI connection); then a
resolution of 720p should result in an image.
2. If the display is PC compatible (DVI), then XGA (1024x768) should result
an image.
Once you have an image, you can call up the OSD menu to make further
changes as necessary.
Setting Resolution using Quick Select buttons
At any time, press the UP ARROW  and MENU buttons together to
directly set the output resolution to XGA (1024x768 @ 60 Hz).
Press the MENU and DOWN ARROW  together to set the output
resolution to 720p @ 60 Hz.
3.3.2 Recalling Factory Defaults
Factory defaults may be recalled via (2) methods:
1. Press the MENU button to display the OSD. Using the  arrows
buttons, move to highlight the ‘FACTORY RESET’ option and press the
MENU button. The unit will reset all parameters to the factory defaults.
The output resolution will be set at ‘NATIVE’, which should result in a
picture being displayed. The actual resolution of the display monitor in
this mode is dependent on the monitor and not the SC-CSV-HD.
2. Press and hold the UP ARROW and DOWN ARROW button
simultaneously for 3 seconds. This causes all parameters to revert to factory
defaults.
3.3.3 Setting the output resolution
Press the MENU button to open the OSD and use the arrow buttons ()to
select the OUTPUT option. Press the MENU button.
Use arrows to scroll thru the available resolutions listed. See Section 6 below
for a list of all available resolutions.
The default output resolution after a factory reset of the SC-CSV-HD is
“Native”.
If connected to an HDTV via HDMI input, then use the highest resolution your
display supports from among 480p, 720p50/60 or 1080i/p. If a DVI LCD is
used, you have a wide range of PC resolutions available (see section 6 for a
complete listing).

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4.0 Troubleshooting
There are no field serviceable parts or circuits in the device. If you think the
device is malfunctioning (or you have no picture output), please try to use the
methods described in Section 3.3 to obtain a picture first.
4.1 Contacting Hall Research
If you determine that your SC-CSV-HD is malfunctioning, do not attempt to
repair the unit instead, contact Hall Research Technical Support at 714-641-
6607. To return the unit to Hall Research you must first get a Return
Authorization (RMA) number. Package the unit carefully, if returning. We
recommend that you use the original container.
5.0 Output Resolutions
Output Resolutions Available
NATIVE
640x480 (VGA)
60 Hz
800x600 (SVGA)
60 Hz
1024x768 (XGA)
60 Hz
1280x800 (WXGA)
60 Hz
1440x900 (WXGA+)
60 Hz
1280x1024 (SXGA)
60 Hz
1400x1050 (SXGA+)
60 Hz
1600x1200 (UXGA)
60 Hz
1680x1050 (WSXGA)
60 Hz
1920x1200 (WUXGA)
60 Hz
480I
60 Hz
480P
60 Hz
576I
50 Hz
576P
50 Hz
720P50
50 Hz
720P60
60 Hz
1080I50
50 Hz
1080I60
60 Hz
1080P50
50 Hz
1080P60
60 Hz

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Notice
Use only regulated 5v DC supply (center positive) as supplied
with the unit. Use of any other voltage will cause damage to
the unit and void warranty.
6.0 Specifications
Video Bandwidth
225 MHz/6.75 Gbps
Input Ports
1x CV, 1xSV, 1x L/R, 1x optical audio, 1x USB (Service only)
Output Ports
1x HDMI, 1x optical audio, 1x 3.5mm audio
Power Supply
5 VDC @ 2.6A DC (US/EU Standard, CE/FCC/UL Certified)
Output Resolution
Up to 1080p & WUXGA@60 (see section 5.0 for list)
Audio Sample Rate
Up to 48 kHz / Optical & HDMI
Mounting
Brackets at each end with screw holes for rack or wall
Dimensions
6.9” (177mm) D x 4.02” (102mm) W x 0.9” (25mm) H/ Jack
excluded
7.4”(186.75mm) D x 4.02”(102mm)W x 0.9” (25mm)H/ Jack
included
Weight
Shipping: 2.50 lbs (1.13 kg)
Product: 1.80 lbs (0.81 kg)
Chassis Material
Aluminum
Temperature/Humidity
Operating: +32 to +122 °F (0 to 50 °C) 20%~90%
Storage : -20°C~60°C/ 32°F~104°F
Power Consumption
4.1W
ESD Protection
Human Body model:
±8 kV (air-gap discharge)
±6 kV (contact discharge)
MTBF
90,000 estimated