NDS ConductOR User manual

USER MANUAL
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Tab 1
Safety Considerations---------------------------------- ii
Recycling -------------------------------------------------- ii
Declaration of Conformity--------------------------- iii
Legal Statement ---------------------------------------- iii
Tab 2
About This Manual-------------------------------------- 1
Intended Use and Contraindications -------------- 1
ConductOR Overview---------------------------------- 2
General Information------------------------------------ 2
Tab 3
Connector Panel----------------------------------------- 3
Fixed Inputs table --------------------------------------- 3
Electrical Symbols--------------------------------------- 4
Input and Output Modules--------------------------- 5
Module Removal and Installation ------------------ 6
Tab 4
Typical System Configuration ----------------------- 7
Tab 5
Startup Screen-------------------------------------------- 8
Front Panel Operation --------------------------------- 9
Home Screen ------------------------------------------ 9
Select Inputs Screen ------------------------------- 10
Primary and Secondary Input Screens ------- 11
PIP, Swap and Disable PIP Buttons ------------ 12
Keypad Screen -------------------------------------- 13
Output Settings Screen--------------------------- 14
Information Screen -------------------------------- 14
IP Streaming ----------------------------------------- 15
Tab 6
Basic Operation ---------------------------------------- 16
Input Selection-------------------------------------- 16
PIP and Swap ---------------------------------------- 17
Image Adjustments-------------------------------- 18
Tab 7
On Screen Display Overview ----------------------- 19
Display Setup------------------------------------------- 20
SDI Picture Menu ----------------------------------- 20
S-Video Picture Menu ----------------------------- 20
Composite Picture Menu------------------------- 20
VGA / SOG Picture Menu ------------------------- 21
RGBS / YPbPr Picture Menu --------------------- 21
DVI Picture Menu----------------------------------- 22
Color Menu------------------------------------------- 23
Setup Menu ------------------------------------------ 24
Defaults Menu--------------------------------------- 24
Tab 8
Utilities---------------------------------------------------- 25
Tab 9
Streaming Video & Audio ---------------------------26
Location to Location Network Connections--26
Software Setup --------------------------------------- 27
Location to Location Transmit Setup----------- 28
Location to Location Receive Setup ------------ 29
Location to Location Streaming ----------------32
Streaming Video ---------------------------------------35
Streaming Audio--------------------------------------- 36
Streaming from ConductOR to a PC--------------37
ViewOR G2 Setup and Usage--------------------- 38
ConfigOR Setup --------------------------------------40
Using the ViewOR G2 Program------------------- 41
User Configuration ------------------------------------44
Demonstration Program-----------------------------45
Tab 10
Troubleshooting and Test Section --------------- 48
Serial Port Setup ---------------------------------------50
Tab 11
Drawing and Dimensions ---------------------------51
Tab 12
Video Connectors and Pin Outs ------------------- 52
Data Connectors and Pin Outs--------------------- 53
ConductOR Display Control Cable---------------- 53
DC Power connectors and Pinouts --------------- 54
24 Volt Extension Cable------------------------------ 54
24 Volt Extension Cable Schematic---------------54
3.5mm Audio Plug and Pin Out ------------------- 55
Fuse Replacement------------------------------------- 55
Tab 13
Specifications ------------------------------------------- 56
Video Inputs--------------------------------------------- 57
Video Formats ------------------------------------------ 57
Cleaning Instructions---------------------------------57
Contact ------------------------------------------------Back
Table of Contents

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CAUTION
This symbol alerts the user that important literature concerning the operation of this unit has
been included. Therefore, it should be read carefully in order to avoid potential problems.
This symbol warns user that un-insulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to
cause electrical shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make contact with any part inside the unit. To
reduce the risk of electric shock, DO NOT remove cover (or back).
There are no user serviceable
parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
To prevent fire or shock hazards, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture. Also, do not use this unit's
polarized plug with an extension cord receptacle or other outlets unless the prongs can be fully inserted.
The display is designed to meet the medical safety requirements for a patient vicinity device. This device
may not be used in connection with life support equipment.
This equipment is energized from 100-240 VAC 50 / 60 Hz power source. It is the responsibility of the
installer to ensure that the equipment is installed in accordance with applicable hospital, local and national
electrical codes.
An equipotentiality post, located on the back of the equipment, may be used for the purpose of bonding
the ConductOR’s chassis to other equipment to ensure that all devices are at the same potential. Any such
bond must be installed in accordance with applicable electrical codes. The equipotentiality post is shown
on the mechanical drawing found on page 3.
Product Safety:
This product meets the medical safety requirements UL 60601-1 for U.S. National
requirements, IEC-60601-1 International Requirement and CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 601.1 for
Canadian National requirements.
North American Safety Compliance:
WITH RESPECT TO ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE AND MECHANICAL HAZARDS ONLY IN
ACCORDANCE WITH UL 60601-1/CAN/CSA C22.2 NO. 601.1.
EEC Safety Compliance:
These products meet the requirements of EN 60601-1 so as to conform to the Medical Device
Directive 93/42/EEC (general safety information) as amended by 2007/47/EC.
Recycling:
Follow local governing ordinances and recycling plans regarding the recycling or disposal of this
equipment , or contact the Electronic Industries Alliance (www.eiae.org)

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Declarations of Conformity
Legal Statement
NDS sells its products through other medical device manufacturers, distributors and resellers and therefore, purchasers of this NDS
product should consult with the entity through which this product was originally purchased regarding the terms of any applicable
product warranties provided by such entity, if any.
NDS neither assumes nor authorizes any person to assume for it any other liabilities in conjunction with and/or related to the sale and/or
use of its products. To ensure proper use, handling and care of NDS products, customers should consult the product specific literature,
instruction manual, and/or labeling included with the product or otherwise available.
Customers are cautioned that system configuration, software, the application, customer data and operator control of the system, among
other factors, affect the product’s performance. While NDS products are considered to be compatible with many systems, specific
functional implementation by customers may vary. Therefore, suitability of a product for a specific purpose or application must be
determined by the consumer and is not warranted by NDS.
NDS SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED AND/OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING,
BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS AND/OR OF SUITABILITY FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND
NON-INFRINGEMENT WITH RESPECT TO ALL NDS PRODUCTS OR SERVICES. ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,
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ARISING UNDER OR AS A RESULT OF ANY STATUTE, LAW, COMMERCIAL USAGE, CUSTOM, TRADE OR OTHERWISE, ARE HEREBY
EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED AND DISCLAIMED.
NDS, its suppliers and/or distributors are not liable, directly or by way of indemnity for any special, incidental, consequential, punitive,
exemplary or indirect damages, including but not limited to alleged damages for delayed shipment, non-delivery, product failure, product
design or production, inability to use such products or services, loss of future business (lost profits), or from any other cause, whatsoever,
in connection with or arising from the purchase, sale, lease, rental, installation or use of such NDS products, these terms and conditions, or
with respect to any the terms of any agreement which incorporates these terms and conditions.
SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW EXCLUSIONS AND DISCLAIMERS OF CERTAIN WARRANTIES OR LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY,
SO THE LIMITATIONS AND/OR EXCLUSIONS, SET FORTH HEREIN, MAY NOT APPLY. IN THAT EVENT LIABILITY WILL BE LIMITED TO
THE GREATEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW IN THE SUBJECT JURISDICTION.
The information provided in this document, including all designs and related materials, is the valuable property of NDS and / or its
licensors and, as appropriate, they reserve all patent, copyright, and other proprietary rights to this document, including all design,
manufacturing reproduction, use, and sales rights thereto, except to the extent said rights are expressly granted to others.
FCC and Council Directives of European Standards:
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules and 93/42/EEC of the Council Directives of European Standards Directive as amended by
2007/47/EC. 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 undesirable results.
1. Use the specified cables with this device so as not to interfere with radio and television reception. Use of other cables and / or
adapters may cause interference with other electronic equipment.
2. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits pursuant to FCC part 15 and CISPR 11. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications.
IEC:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for medical devices to the IEC 60601-1-2. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a typical medical installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to other
devices in the vicinity.
FCC, Council Directives of European Standards and IEC:
There is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio
or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult your dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Accessory equipment connected to this monitor must be certified according to the respective IEC Standards (i.e., IEC 60950-1) for data
processing equipment and IEC 60601-1 for medical equipment). Furthermore, all configurations shall comply with the system standard,
IEC 60601-1-1. Anyone who connects additional equipment to the signal input part or signal output part configures a medical system, and
is therefore responsible that the system complies with the requirements of system standard IEC 60601-1-1. Whoever is responsible for
securing the monitor to a system needs to insure that the mounting equipment used with this display complies to IEC standard 60601-1. If
in doubt, consult the technical services department or your local representative.

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This manual is designed to assist the user with installation, setup and operation of the ConductOR and its
associated displays. A list of displays that may be used with the ConductOR is in the Compatible Displays
section on the following page.
A blue numbered tab on the side of the page denotes the beginning of a section.
The functional descriptions in this manual are representative of:
ConductOR:
Part Number: 90T0007
Firmware:
Scalar: 58J0039 Version A and later.
Controller: 58C0101 Version A and later.
Manual Part Number 60G0368 Rev C
About This Manual
Condition Possible Cause Mitigation
End user cannot view the video
data from a connected video
source
Incompatibility with video source
equipment.
When video source equipment is
connected to the ConductOR, the end
user must verify that video is passed
from the video source through the
ConductOR and is displayed correctly
on the connected monitors .
External control failure RS-232 communication failure. Control unit from front panel touch
screen.
ConductOR cannot be powered
on.
Defective internal power supply Bypass the ConductOR by connecting
the output of the video source
directly to a monitor.
Intended Use and Contraindications
Intended Use:
This device is intended for use in a medical environment to route high quality video and graphic images .
Contraindications:
This device may not be used in the presence of flammable anesthetics mixture with air, oxygen or nitrous
oxide. Also, it is not intended for life support applications.
For mission critical applications, we strongly recommend that a replacement unit be immediately available.

Fixed Inputs Input Signal Notes
S-VIDEO IN A / COMP IN A NTSC or PAL Only one may be selected at a time.
S-VIDEO IN B / COMP IN B NTSC or PAL Only one may be selected at a time.
VGA / SOG VGA or SOG Only one of these signals may be applied.
DVI / RGBS / YPbPr DVI or RGBS or
YPbPr
Only one of the signals may be applied. Maximum
resolution is: 1920 x 1080 progressive.
Installation:
ConductOR units may be stacked on a equipment carrier, a surgical cart or mounted in a standard 19” rack.
Do not block the air vents.
Compatible Displays:
1. HD displays with Fiber Optic input.
2. HD displays with a DVI input that accepts signals with 720p or greater resolution.
3. HD displays with HD-SDI or 3G-SDI input.
Control Options:
The ConductOR may be controlled from:
1. Its front LCD touch panel.
2. A PC via the RS-232 port. See page 50 for serial port setup and test details. The NDS Unified Serial
Commands (P/N 60A0156) document contains a complete set of serial commands for the
ConductOR. Please contact your NDS sales representative for details.
General Information
The ConductOR has 4 fixed inputs as shown in Fixed Inputs table below. Up to 4 input modules and up to 4
output modules may be added. The drawing on page 3 shows location of the fixed input connectors and
the input and output modules. The 24 VDC power out connector provides power, 120 watts maximum, to
an external device. The input and out modules are described on page 5.
ConductOR Overview
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3
Connector Panel
Notes:
1. There are 8 video inputs, 4 are fixed and 4 removable. Two S-VIDEO, two COMP, VGA/SOG IN and a
DVI/RGBS/YPbPr comprise the fixed inputs. The Fixed Inputs table, on the previous page, describes the
capabilities and limitations of the fixed inputs.
2. Currently 2 types of input modules are available: 3G-SDI and DVI-D. A maximum of 4 input modules
may be installed in any combination.
3. Currently 3 types of output modules are available: FIBER, DVI-D and 3G-SDI. A maximum of 4 output
modules may be installed in any combination.
4. AUDIO accepts an analog input from a microphone (MIC). The audio output (OUT) is a line level analog
output. The signal presented to the OUT connector is intended for use with headphones. If a speaker is
required this output may be connected to an amplifier or amplified speaker.
5. When the unit is in receive mode, YPbPr OUT outputs the video data that is inbound to the streamer.
This data may viewed by selecting LAN as the input for the active display. See Select Input Screen on
page 10 and Primary and Secondary Input Screens on page 11. The DVI-D OUT outputs video data
from the selected Stream Source. See IP Streaming on page 15.
6. Audio data is retrieved from the ETHERNET connection, converted to analog and presented to the OUT
connector.
7. The ETHERNET port has two connectors, allowing multiple ConductORs to be connected together and
then be connected to a PC or network via a single cable.
COM Connector
Each output module has an RJ-22 COM connector which allows the ConductOR to control a Radiance
or EndoVue display via its RS-232 port. The RJ-22’s pin out and a ConductOR to Radiance or EndoVue
cable wiring diagram are on page 53. The required serial commands document is described in the
General Information section on the previous page.
Unused Connectors
These connectors are not used: USB, S-VIDEO OUT, RS-232 OUT and LINE IN.

Electrical Symbols
Equipotentiality:
This symbol appears next to the ConductOR’s Potential Equalization Conductor .
Power Switch:
The power switch is push on / push off. When the switch is off the ring around the center
portion is white. When the switch is on, the center portion is depressed and the ring is
illuminated blue. The illustration shows the switch in its ON state.
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Removable Input and Output Modules
Input Modules:
Two types of input modules are available: DVI-D and 3G-SDI.
Notes:
1. The input modules, shown below, may be installed in any of the IN (see page 3) card slots in any
combination and in any order. Up to four input modules may be installed.
2. The 3G-SDI input module accepts SDI signals up to 1920 x 1080 progressive at 60Hz.
3. The DVI-D input modules accepts DVI signals up to 1920 x 1200 progressive at 60Hz.
DVI-D 3G-SDI
3G-SDI DVI-D Fiber Optic
Output Modules:
Three types of output modules are available: 3G-SDI, DVI-D and Fiber Optic.
Notes:
1. The output modules, shown below, may be installed in any of the OUT (see page 3) card slots in any
combination and in any order. Up to four output modules may be installed.
2. The DVI-D and Fiber Optic output modules output signals of: 1280 x 720 progressive, 1920 x 1080
progressive or 1920 x 1200 progressive at 60Hz. Note: When a DVI or Fiber Optic output module is
selected as the streaming source its output is limited to 1920 x 1080p.
3. The 3G-SDI output module outputs signals of: 1280 x 720 progressive, 1920 x 1080 Interlaced or 1920 x
1080 progressive at 60Hz.
4. OUT 4is slaved to OUT 3. Therefore, installing a DVI-D or Fiber Optic module in one of them and a 3G-
SDI module in the other limits the output of the DVI-D or Fiber Optic module to720p or 1080P. the 3G-
SDI module may be set to720p, 1080i or 1080p. Setting the output resolution is described on page 14.
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Module Removal and Installation
The ConductOR must be turned off prior to installing or replacing input or output modules.
Input Module Removal:
Use a number 1 Phillips screwdriver to loosen, but not remove, the screws located on the upper left and
lower right corners of the module’s mounting plate. When the screws are clear of the chassis, remove the
blank plate or module by gripping the screws and pulling the plate or module out.
Output Module Removal:
Use a number 1 Phillips screwdriver to loosen, but not remove, the screws located on the left and right
sides of the module’s mounting plate. When the screws are clear of the chassis, remove the blank plate or
module by gripping the screws and pulling the plate or module out.
Installation:
Slide the new module into the chassis until it contacts the connector, then push gently until the module
seats. The module is correctly seated when its mounting plate is flush with the chassis’s back panel. Thread
the module’s screws into the chassis until they touch the mounting plate, then tighten each screw by
turning it another quarter turn.
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Typical System Configuration
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System Control
3G-SDI, DVI or Fiber
USB or RS-232
Touch Screen
Control
RS-232 Control
1
2
3
4
This monitor displays the same
information as monitor 3
PC Video Out
3G-SDI, DVI or Fiber
3G-SDI, DVI or Fiber
3G-SDI, DVI or Fiber
DVI Output
Displays the video from the
selected streaming source.

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Startup Screen
The Startup screen, shown below, appears as soon as power is applied to the ConductOR and is displayed
until the ConductOR’s Power On Self Test (POST) finishes. The POST takes approximately 20 seconds to
complete. After the POST finishes, the home screen is displayed. Home screen is shown on page 9.
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System startup… please wait

Front Panel Operation
The Home screen, shown below, is the starting point for all front panel operations. The icons on the home
screen and their functions are briefly described below and described in greater detail on the following
pages.
Home Screen
9
Select Inputs Allows the user to select an output and its primary and / or secondary input.
Touch this icon to open the Select Inputs screen shown on the following page.
Information Provides information about the ConductOR. The user may restore the
ConductOR’s factory defaults or update the scalar firmware. Touch this icon to open the
Information screen shown on page 14.
IP Streaming This screen is associated with network operations and requires a network
connection to be effective. Touch this icon to open the IP Streaming screen shown on page
15.
Output Settings Provides a means to set the output resolution of each module. Note: If
output modules 3 and 4 are DVI or Fiber and SDI then the output resolution is limited to
720p or 1080p for the DVI or Fiber output. The SDI output may be set to 720p, 1080p or 1080i.
Touch this icon to open the Output Settings screen shown on page 14.

Select Inputs Screen
10
The active output is the highlighted display icon on the Select Display row. To select a different
output touch its display icon.
The selected output’s current input sources are shown in the Primary and Secondary windows. The
Primary Input and Secondary Input screens are shown on the following page. Touch the Go Back
button to return to the home screen.
Touching the Identify button displays a 1, 2 or 3 on the monitor connected to the corresponding
output. Note: As output 4 is slaved to output 3, a 3 will be shown on monitors 3 and 4. The PIP +,PIP -
Swap and Disable PIP buttons are described on page 12.
Touching the Keypad button opens the Keypad screen and allows access to the ConductOR features
that are not frequently used. The Keypad buttons are described on page 13.
Touch the Go Back button to return to the Home screen.

Primary and Secondary Input Screens
To select a primary input, touch the Change button on the Primary row. The illuminated button on the
Primary Input screen is the current input. Select a Primary input by touching the button associated
with that input.
To select a secondary input, touch the Change button on the Secondary row. A grayed out button on
the Secondary Input screen may not be selected as a secondary input.
Touch the Go Back button to return to the Select Inputs screen.
Empty
DVI 2
11

PIP, Swap and Disable PIP Buttons
12
A source should be displayed in the Primary and Secondary windows and a small PIP rectangle
appears in the upper right corner of the selected display icon. An example is shown above.
Touching the PIP + button causes the button to illuminate momentarily and the PIP size in the icon
changes. Each time the PIP + button is touched the PIP icon changes as you cycle through the PIP sizes.
Touching the PIP - button causes the button to illuminate momentarily and the PIP size in the icon
changes. Each time the PIP - button is touched the PIP icon changes as you cycle through the PIP sizes.
Touch the Swap button to exchange the text in the Primary and Secondary rows. The primary and
secondary images displayed on the attached monitor are swapped.
The secondary input may be cleared by touching the Disable PIP button.
The PIP +, PIP -, Swap and Disable PIP buttons are located on the bottom row of
the Select Inputs screen (page 10) and are effective only when a secondary input
has been selected. Select a secondary input as described on the previous page.
DVI 2
VGA
Small PIP Large PIP Split Screen
Split Screen with
Overscan Full Screen
Small PIPLarge PIP
Split Screen Full Screen
Split Screen with
Overscan
VGA
DVI 2

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Touch the Identify button to identify the output whose parameters are to be adjusted, then touch
the corresponding display icon to select that output.
When you touch any of the keypad buttons, the button and the LED above it turn green until you
release the button.
Touch the MENU button to open the OSD. The SCROLL and or button usage is detailed starting
on page 20.
Touch the SCROLL button to select the parameter you want to change.
Touch or to select the menu or parameter you want work with.
The Brightness / Contrast button usage is detailed on page 18.
Touch the Go Back button to return to the Select Inputs screen.
Changes made via the keypad are retained when the ConductOR‘s power is cycled.
Keypad Screen
On the Select Inputs screen (page 10), touch the Keypad button to display the Keypad screen. To observe
the effect of changing an output’s parameters, a monitor must be connected to the output whose
parameters are being changed. Changing the ConductOR’s parameters does not change the connected
monitor’s parameters. Note: We recommend that the connected monitor’s parameters not be changed as
this may degrade the displayed image.