RGB Spectrum Quadra User manual

Quadra
User’s Guide

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DOCUMENT
•Quadra User’s Guide
•P/N 350-7951
•Revision Draft 1.05A, June 29th 2004
•Printed in U.S.A.
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COPYRIGHT
© 2004 RGB Spectrum, Inc. All rights reserved.
This document, in whole or in part, may not be reproduced, translated or
reduced to any machine-readable form without prior written approval from
RGB Spectrum, Inc.
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NOTICE
RGB Spectrum reserves the right to make any modification to this guide or the
information contained herein at any time without notice.
All features, functions, and specifications are subject to change without notice
or obligation.
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COMPANY ADDRESS
RGB Spectrum
950 Marina Village Pkwy.
Alameda, CA 94501
•Telephone: [phone]
•Fax: [phone]

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LIMITED WARRANTY
RGB Spectrum (RGB) warrants that this product will be free from defects in
material and workmanship, under normal use and service when correctly
installed and maintained, for a period of one (1) year from date of shipment.
RGB’s liability under this warranty is limited solely to replacing, repairing or
issuing credit for any product which is shown to be defective during the
warranty period. Purchaser shall (i) notify RGB Spectrum promptly in writing
of any claims, and (ii) provide RGB Spectrum with an opportunity to inspect
and test the product claimed to be defective. Warranty does not cover misuse,
abuse, improper installation or application, improper maintenance or repair,
alteration, accident or negligence in use, improper temperature, humidity or
other environmental condition, storage, transportation or handling. RGB
Spectrum shall have no obligations under this warranty with respect to any
defect unless it receives notice and a description of such defect no later than
five (5) business days following the expiration of the warranty period.
THE WARRANTIES STATED HEREIN ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING (BUT NOT
LIMITED TO) ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
IN NO EVENT SHALL RGB SPECTRUM BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL,
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR LOSS, DAMAGE
OR EXPENSE DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY ARISING FROM THE
PURCHASER’S INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT EITHER
SEPARATELY OR IN COMBINATION WITH ANY OTHER EQUIPMENT
OR FACILITIES, OR FROM ANY OTHER CAUSE.
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EXTENDED WARRANTY
An annual extended warranty may be purchased. Should the product fail to
operate properly during the covered period, RGB Spectrum will repair the
product and restore it to normal operation without charge for labor and parts.
For further information on obtaining an extended warranty, email
[e-mail] or call [phone].

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Product Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
In This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
System Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
A Word about Inputs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
A Word about Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
A Word about Scan Rates. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Quadra Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Feature Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Chapter 2 Installation and Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
In This Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Standard Supplied Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Optional Items. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Rack Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Rear Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
System Control Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Methods of Communications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
RS-232 Serial Control Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Ethernet Control Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
System Timing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Introduction to Timing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Output Timing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Advanced Output Timing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Input Timing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Chapter 3 Operations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
In This Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Introduction to Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Procedures and Prerequisites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Setting Output Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

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Automatically Loading Output Parameters . . . . . . . . . . 29
Manually Loading Output Parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Testing Outputs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Selecting an Input Source. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Enabling and Disabling Outputs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Understanding Auto Sync. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Auto Sync Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Loading Input Timing Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Performing Interactive Input Timing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Naming and Saving Input Timing Values . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Cropping an Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Zooming an Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Panning an Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Sizing the Output Image. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Using Position. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Adjusting Brightness and Contrast. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Adjusting Hue and Saturation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Adjusting Sharpness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Creating a Background . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Creating a 2x2 Monitor Wall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Chapter 4 Command Line Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Control Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Command Format. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Command Line Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Command Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Predefined Parameter Values. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Query the Current Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Parameter Ranges. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Addressable Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Optional Parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Command Set List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Command Summary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Input Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Input Commands Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Output Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Output Commands Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Display Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Display Commands Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Image Control Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Image Control Commands Descriptions. . . . . . . 71
Serial Port Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Serial Port Commands Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . 72
Network Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Network Commands Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . 73

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Miscellaneous Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Miscellaneous Commands Descriptions . . . . . . . 75
Timing Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Factory Timing List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Appendix A Image Concepts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
In This Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Image Rectangles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Source Rectangle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Destination Rectangle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Aspect Ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Positioning and Clipping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Appendix B Communications Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
In this Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Launching a Hyperterminal Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
IP Address Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Introduction to IP Addresses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
IP Address Setup via Serial Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
IP Address Setup via Ethernet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Appendix C Connector Types. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
In This Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Connector Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Composite Video Connector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
S-Video Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Connector Type and Pinouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
S-Video Cable Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
High Resolution Analog Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Connector Type and Pinouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
High Resolution Analog Cable Length . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
DVI-I Connector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Connector Type and Pinouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Analog and Digital Input Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
DVI Output Cables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Ethernet Connector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Connector Type and Pinouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Standard Ethernet Cables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
CrossOver Cables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
RS-232 Connector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Connector Type and Pinouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Null Modem. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

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Appendix D Firmware Upgrades and Troubleshooting 106
In This Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Firmware Upgrades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Firmware Upgrade Prerequisites. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Downloading Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Transferring Firmware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Transferring New Firmware (Browser Method) 108
Transferring New Firmware (FTP Method) . . . 109
Installing New Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
System Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
How to Contact RGB Spectrum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Appendix E Technical Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115
In This Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
General Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
System Characteristics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Digital Input Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Analog Input specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Composite Video Input Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
S-Video Input Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Graphic Output Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Image Control Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Control Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Power and Physical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Parameter Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Factory Defaults. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
System Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
User Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Settings Export/Import. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
System State Values. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Timing Presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124

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INTRODUCTION
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
The Quadra is a high performance, four channel multi-format up/down
converter with a full range of digital and analog input and outputs. The unit
provides four independent processing channels, each with the ability to select
between three standard inputs and one optional input. The following sources
can be used as inputs for each channel:
•RGB / YPbPrcomponent
•Composite video
•S-Video
•DVI (optional)
When using DVI inputs and outputs, the Quadra offers a completely digital
path from signal source to display. Typically, Quadra is used as an advanced,
image “gearbox,” with the ability to convert each input to a different user-
defined output format.
Figure 1-1. Four channel conversion application
All output signal parameters are user-selectable, including line rate, frame rate,
interlacing, blanking and sync type.
Additionally, Quadra’s pan and zoom functions enable you to selectively
extract any portion of an input signal for cropping or aspect ratio adjustment.
Conversion to a lower line rate format can be accomplished by extracting a
portion of the original signal, by down-converting the entire raster or by a
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A command line interface provides easy access to all Quadra functions. This
interface is supported remotely by either RS-232 serial communications or by
network control (Ethernet 10/100 BaseT).
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IN THIS GUIDE
The following chapters are included in the Quadra User’s Guide:
•Chapter 1, “Introduction” outlines the guide, describes Quadra’s
system features, and discusses inputs, outputs and scan rates.
•Chapter 2, “Installation and Setup” discusses system components,
provides front and rear panel diagrams, and provides instructions for
system installation, communications setup and timing.
•Chapter 3, “Operations” provides operating instructions for a variety
of frequently-used Quadra features.
•Chapter 4, “Command Line Interface” discusses command format
and syntax, and provides comprehensive tables of all control
commands — arranged according to category.
•Appendix A, “Image Concepts” discusses the basics of image size,
position and aspect ration, along with the important concepts of source
and destination rectangles.
•Appendix B, “Communications Setup” provides information about
specific communications setup procedures such as IP addresses.
•Appendix C, “Connector Types” provides technical information
about Quadra’s signal and control connectors.
•Appendix D, “Firmware Upgrades and Troubleshooting” provides
instructions for updating the system firmware, along with several
system troubleshooting procedures.
•Appendix E, “Technical Specifications” provides system technical
specifications plus information on data storage parameters.
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SYSTEM FEATURES
The Quadra includes the following standard features and functions:
•Flexible input channels — As standard, each input channel accepts
NTSC/PAL composite, S-Video, YPbPrcomponent (HDTV) or high-
resolution RGB signals. Optionally, a digital input module (DVI
format) is available for each channel. Full 24-bit color processing is
used throughout the system.
Note HDTV (High Definition Television) input signals can be
processed through a channel’s RGB/YPbPr connector.

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•Image Manipulation — Any portion of an input image can be
extracted and expanded to fill the output raster. Image characteristics
such as brightness, saturation and gamma can be adjusted. The system
also enables you to zoom, pan and freeze an input source, and if the
size of the output image is reduced, the background can be black, a
solid color, or a shaded color.
•Remote control — Using a command line interface, complete system
control is supported via the RS-232 serial port or the 10/100 BaseT
Ethernet port. Many control parameters can be stored in non-volatile
memory for later use.
•High-resolution output — The format for each channel’s high-
resolution RGB and DVI outputs is independently adjustable (up to
1600 x 1200 pixels). Each output channel can be set to a different
resolution, depending upon your application requirements.
•Auto sync — Quadra automatically detects and locks to all computer
sync signals. Industry standard and custom video timings are
supported.
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A WORD ABOUT INPUTS
Each Quadra input channel accepts any one of the component, composite, RGB
and (optionally) digital inputs. Using control commands, users can
dynamically switch between any one of the input sources, but the limit of one
source per channel remains in effect.
For example, you could connect RGB from a PC, S-Video from a camera and
Composite video from a VHS tape deck — all to input 1’s input connectors,
and then switch between them using control commands.
Please note the following important points regarding inputs:
•Video inputs can originate from devices such as TV cameras, video
cassette recorders, DVD players or video teleconferencing systems.
•Analog RGB inputs typically originate from a computer. These inputs
can be interlaced or non-interlaced, up to 1600 x 1200 pixel resolution,
and refresh rates (or frame rates) up to 200 Hz.
•The system’s computer inputs can be configured with any sync format
(sync on green, composite sync, or separate H- and V-drive).
•Because the Component and RGB input signals use the same 15-pin
“D” input connector, you can not connect both RGB and component
inputs to a given channel simultaneously.
The figure below illustrates a block diagram of the Quadra, showing the four

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identical input and output channels.
Figure 1-2. Quadra block diagram
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A WORD ABOUT OUTPUTS
As standard, Quadra provides four identical DVI-I output connectors — one
per output channel. Each output connector is dedicated to a specific input
channel, and each output connector supports one analog or one digital output.
Each channel’s input signals are converted to that channel’s selected output
resolution (adjustable up to 1600 pixels by 1200 lines), with horizontal scan
rates ranging from 12 to 125 kHz.
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A WORD ABOUT SCAN RATES
Quadra specifications state that a channel’s output resolution is adjustable up to
1600 pixels by 1200 lines, and horizontal scan rates are adjustable from 15 to
125 kHz. However, users should be aware that there are several important
constraints to system resolution, including:
•Maximum pixel clock (also known as “sample rate”)
•Maximum number of pixels that can be processed
Note For a selected output channel, both the analog and digital
outputs can be used simultaneously, however, only one
output resolution can be set.

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•Maximum number of lines that can be processed
These factors are all interrelated with the system’s refresh rate (also known as
“frame rate”). When configuring a channel’s output, please keep the following
rules of thumb in mind:
•Sample rate is directly proportional to the product of:
(# of pixels per line) x (# lines) x (refresh rate)
Therefore, if a higher refresh rate is desired, the sample rate must be
increased. For example:
~A 1600 x 1200 output @ 60 Hz refresh rate requires a pixel
clock of 162 MHz — which is equal to Quadra’s maximum
pixel clock of 162 MHz.
~A 1600 x 1200 output @ 65 Hz refresh rate requires a pixel
clock of 175 MHz — which is greater than the maximum of
162 MHz.
•A higher refresh rate can also be achieved by reducing either the # of
pixels per line or the # of lines per frame.
For example:
~A 1600 x 1200 output @ 85 Hz refresh rate requires a pixel
clock of 229.5 MHz — which is greater than the maximum
pixel clock of 162 MHz.
~A 1280 x 960 output @ 85 Hz refresh rate requires a pixel
clock of 148.5 MHz — which is less than the Quadra
maximum pixel clock of 162 MHz.
When configuring your system, the important factor to remember is the
interrelation between specifications:
•Yes — you can adjust your system’s output resolution up to 1600
pixels by 1200 lines.
•Yes — you can adjust the system’s output horizontal scan rate from 12
to 125 kHz.
•No — you can not configure resolution at 1600 x 1200 with a refresh
rate of 100 Hz — because ofthe inherent interrelation between factors.
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QUADRA CONTROL
Using a command line interface, system control is provided via the RS-232
serial port or the 10/100 BaseT Ethernet port. There are no controls on the
Quadra chassis.
Note The ratio of active pixels per line to the number of active
lines is the aspect ratio, typically 4:3 or 16:9.

INTRODUCTION
Feature Summary
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•The RS-232 serial port connects to an ASCII terminal, any computer
with a serial port or an external device such as a touchpad. Commands
are sent from the terminal or computer to the Quadra.
•The Ethernet port (10/100BaseT) allows a Quadra system to be
connected to a local area network (LAN) or directly to a PC that is
properly equipped with a network card. Note that direct connection
requires the use of an Ethernet hub or Ethernet cross-over cable.
Figure 1-3. Quadra control alternatives
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FEATURE SUMMARY
Following is a concise summary of Quadra features:
•System:
~Converts four RGB/video inputs simultaneously, each to its
own output channel.
~Each output channel can be set to a different resolution.
~Full 24-bit color processing is used throughout.
~System control is a command line interface, provided via
serial RS-232 or 10/100 BASE-T Ethernet.
~Compact 1RU package.
•Inputs:
~Supports a wide range of analog RGB inputs with resolutions
up to 1600 x 1200 @ 60 Hz frame rate.
~Supports HDTV / YPbPr input with tri-level sync.
~Optional DVI inputs up to 1600 x 1200 @ 60Hz.
~Video inputs are selectable between S-Video and Composite
formats, in both NTSC and PAL video standards.
•Outputs:
~Each channel’s output connector supports DVI and analog
signals.

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Feature Summary
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~Analog RGB output up to 1600 x 1200 @ 75Hz.
~DVI output up to 1600 x 1200 @ 60Hz.
~Adjustable output gamma to optimize performance with a
variety of display technologies.
•Special features:
~High quality filtering.
~Pan, zoom and freeze each input.
~Colored and shaded backgrounds.
~Export / import system settings.
~Support for EDID.
~Wall mode.

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INSTALLATION AND SETUP
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IN THIS CHAPTER
This chapter provides instructions for installing and setting up your Quadra
system. The following topics are discussed:
•Standard Supplied Components
•Optional Items
•Rack Mounting
•Front Panel
•Rear Panel
•Installation
•System Control Setup
•System Timing
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STANDARD SUPPLIED COMPONENTS
The following equipment is included in the Quadra shipping carton:
Table 2-1. Standard Supplied Components
Item Part Number
Quadra ---
Quadra User Manual (on CD-ROM) 350-7951
Power cord (110 or 220 volt) 520-1188 or 520-0271-1
DVI - VGA Adapter 520-7885

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Optional Items
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OPTIONAL ITEMS
RGB Spectrum can optionally provide additional equipment that may be useful
in installing and operating your Quadra system. The items listed below may be
purchased separately from RGB Spectrum.
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RACK MOUNTING
The Quadra chassis is designed to be mounted in a standard 19" rack. Use the
following steps to rack mount the chassis:
1. Ensure that the Quadra chassis is positioned in the rack such that the
side air intake and exhaust vents are not blocked.
2. Using four rack screws (not supplied), rack mount the unit from the
front rack ears. Install the lower of the two mounting holes first. Rack
threads may be metric or otherwise, depending upon the rack type.
3. For additional stability at the rear of the chassis, Quadra is provided
with a rear rack bracket and extension arm. Attach the rear brackets to
the rack adapter at the rear of your chassis.
4. Slide an extension arm through the slot on the rack adapter and attach
the arm to the chassis.
5. Attach the arm to the rear bracket by means of the fasteners located in
the arms.
Table 2-2. Optional Items
Item Part Number Description
VGA Cable 520-0298-1 15-pin HD Male to 15-pin HD Male,
6 ft. Use to connect your analog
output/inputs to sources with a
female VGA connector.
VGA-to-BNC
Adapter 520-0251-1 15-pin HD Male to a 5 BNC cable bundle Male, 6 ft. 10 inches. Use to
connect the analog output/inputs to
sources with BNC connectors.
Important Do not use the Quadra as a shelf to support other pieces of
equipment. If you do, the rack ears and mounting screws
may be damaged.

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Front Panel
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FRONT PANEL
The figure below illustrates a front panel view of the Quadra.
Figure 2-1. Quadra Front Panel View
Descriptions of each control and indicator are provided below:
1) Alarm LED
The Alarm LED glows solid amber when the Quadra’s internal
electronics have exceeded the maximum internal temperature of 60
degrees Celsius. Note that this is a warning only, and users should
take corrective action to avoid damage to the unit.
2) Ethernet Activity LED
The Ethernet Activity LED blinks green when there is data traffic
over the Quadra’s Ethernet connection.
3) Ethernet Link LED
The Ethernet Link LED glows solid green when there is a valid
Ethernet connection between Quadra and another Ethernet device.
Note that if an RS-232 connection only is used, this LED will be off.
4) Reset Button
Press the Reset Button to perform a hard reset. Use an unfolded
paper clip to press the button, which is located inside the small access
hole. When pressed, systems parameters are unchanged (this is
equivalent to cycling the power).
5) Comms Default Button
Press the Communications Default Button to reset the IP address
to the factory default (192.168.1.200) and reset the RS-232 serial
port to 9600 baud (use and unfolded paper clip to actuate the switch).
6) AC Power Switch
Use the AC Power Switch to turn the Quadra on and off. When the
unit is on, the LED inside the switch glows red.
Alarm Activity Link
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1) Alarm LED 3) Ethernet Link LED 5) Comms Default Button
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Rear Panel
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REAR PANEL
The figure below shows a view of the Quadra rear panel.
Figure 2-2. Quadra Rear Panel View
Descriptions of each section and connector are provided below:
1) AC Power Connector
One AC Power Connector (IEC 320 three pin) is provided for the
system’s universal power supply, which operates from any power
source with a line voltage in the range of 100 - 260 VAC.
2) Input Channel 1
Up to four connectors are provided for Input Channel 1, as
illustrated and described below. This input supports composite,
RGB/component, S-Video and (optionally) DVI signals.
Figure 2-3. Input Channel Connectors
RS-232
10/100 BaseT
Output - 1
Holes Holes Holes
DVI-2 DVI-3 DVI-4
Composite-2
RGB-2 S-Video-2 Composite-3 RGB-3 S-Video-3 Composite-4 RGB-4 S-Video-4
Holes
Composite-1
RGB-1 S-Video-1
DVI-1
Output - 2
Output - 3 Output - 4
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1) AC Power Connector 5) Input Channel 4 9) Graphic Output 4
2) Input Channel 1 6) Graphic Output 1 10) RS-232 Serial Port
3) Input Channel 2 7) Graphic Output 2 11) Ethernet Port
4) Input Channel 3 8) Graphic Output 3
Note Click on a connector below to learn more about the
connector’s specifications.
Holes
Composite-1
RGB-1 S-Video-1
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~Composite Video — One BNC female connector is provided
for NTSC or PAL composite video, a signal that typically
originates from a VCR or camera. An adapter may be
required when connecting this input to consumer equipment,
which typically uses a phono connector for composite video
(professional equipment typically uses BNC connectors).
~S-Video — One 4-pin mini-DIN connector is provided for
NTSC or PAL S-Video, a signal that is typically of higher
quality than composite video, and originates from many DVD
players and cameras. Note that this connector can
alternatively be used to connect a second composite input. In
this case, a special cable will be needed to convert from the
mini DIN connector to BNC (or phono) connector that is
typically used for composite video signals.
~RGB / YPbPr— One 15-pin female D-sub connector is
provided for either high resolution analog RGB input or
YPbPr component video (HDTV). This input supports 3, 4 or
5-wire connections, and is typically used to connect the
output of a computer to Quadra.
~Digital — One DVI-I connector is used for the optional
digital input, typically used to connect an external computer
graphics output to the Quadra.
3) Input Channel 2
Four connectors are provided for Input Channel 2. The complement of
input signal types is identical to Input Channel 1. See the “Input
Channel 1” description on the previous page for details.
4) Input Channel 3
The complement of input signal types is identical to Input Channel 1.
5) Input Channel 4
The complement of input signal types is identical to Input Channel 1.
6) Graphic Output 1
One DVI-I multi-pin connector is provided for Graphic Output 1,
which outputs both analog and DVI signals on the same connector.
The analog and digital outputs of each channel provide images with
the same resolution. Using the proper cable (customer supplied), you
Note Typically, a computer’s RGB format output is connected to
Quadra on this input. This input may also be used to
connect HDTV signals, which can originate in RGB or
YPbPrformats.
Note The input channels are configured identically. All inputs
are self terminating.