RGBlink VENUS X1 User manual

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VENUS X1
User Manual
Manual #: RGB-RD-UM-VENUS X1 E001
Revision: V1.3

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VENUS X1·User Manual
Thank you for choosing our products!
In order to allow you to learn how to use the video processor quickly, we bring you
the detailed user’s guide. You can read the introduction and directions before
using the video processor, please read all the information we provide carefully to
use our products correctly.
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This document is done by Xiamen RGBlink Science & Technology Co.,Ltd
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Notice
RGBlink provides this manual ―as is‖ without warranty of any kind, either
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merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. RGBlink may make
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in this publication at any time without notice.
This publication could contain technical inaccuracies or typographical errors.
Changes are periodically made to the information in this publication; these
changes are incorporated in new editions of this publication.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment
is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause
harmful interference, in which case the user will be responsible for correcting any
interference.

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Guarantee and Compensation
RGBlink provides a guarantee relating to perfect manufacturing as part of the
legally stipulated terms of guarantee. On receipt, the purchaser must
immediately inspect all delivered goods for damage incurred during transport,
as well as for material and manufacturing faults. RGBlink must be informed
immediately in writing of any complains.
The period of guarantee begins on the date of transfer of risks, in the case of
special systems and software on the date of commissioning, at latest 30 days after
the transfer of risks. In the event of justified notice of compliant, RGBlink can
repair the fault or provide a replacement at its own discretion within an appropriate
period. If this measure proves to be impossible or unsuccessful, the purchaser can
demand a reduction in the purchase price or cancellation of the contract.All other
claims, in particular those relating to compensation for direct or indirect damage,
and also damage attributed to the operation of software as well as to other service
provided by RGBlink, being a component of the system or independent service,
will be deemed invalid provided the damage is not proven to be attributed to the
absence of properties guaranteed in writing or due to the intent or gross
negligence or part of RGBlink.
If the purchaser or a third party carries out modifications or repairs on goods
delivered by RGBlink, or if the goods are handled incorrectly, in particular if the
systems are commissioned operated incorrectly or if, after the transfer of risks, the
goods are subject to influences not agreed upon in the contract, all guarantee
claims of the purchaser will be rendered invalid. Not included in the guarantee
coverage are system failures which are attributed to programs or special
electronic circuitry provided by the purchaser, e.g. interfaces. Normal wear as well
as normal maintenance are not subject to the guarantee provided by RGBlink
either.
The environmental conditions as well as the servicing and maintenance
regulations specified in this manual must be complied with by the customer.
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product names mentioned in this manual serve as comments or examples and are
not to be understood as advertising for the products or their manufactures.

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Company Address
Xiamen RGBlink Science & Technology Co., Ltd.
Headquarter: S603~604 Weiye Building Torch Hi-Tech Industrial
Development Zone Xiamen, Fujian Province, P.R.C
Shenzhen office: Floor 11, A1 Building, Baiwang R&D Building, Shahe
West Road, Xili Town, Nanshan District, Shenzhen, Guangdong Province,
P.R.C
Beijing office: No. 2702, Sino-Light Building Tower B, Wang-Jing East
Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing, P.R.C
Shanghai office: East Building F2, No. 88 Qinjiang Road, Shanghai,
P.R.C
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Customer Hotline: [phone]
Websites:
~ http://www.rgblink.com
~ http://www.rgblink.cn
E-mail: [e-mail]

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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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Terms in This Manual and Equipment
Marking
WARNING
Highlights an operating procedure, practice, condition, statement, etc,
which, if not strictly observed, could result in injury or death of
personnel.
Note
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.
Highlights an essential operating procedure,
condition or statement.

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Change History
The table below lists the changes to the Video Processor User Manual.
Format
Time
ECO#
Description
Principal
V1.0
2015-05-18
0000#
Release
Vira
V1.1
2015-08-06
0001#
1. Update the front and back panel.
2. Update the menu tree.
3. Update the windows control
program.
4. Update the common questions
and solutions.
Vira
V1.2
2015-10-29
0002#
1. Update the front and back panel.
2. Update the menu tree.
3. Update the product picture.
4. Update the dimensions drawing
5. Update the specification.
6. Update ―Optional Module
Installation and Replacement
Instruction‖.
7. Add ―VENUS X1 Connect APP
Control Operation‖.
Vira
V1.3
2016-05-05
0003#
1. Update the product picture.
2. Update the back panel.
3. Update the menu tree.
4. Add ―Set the LED Display
Connection‖ in ―System Setup
and Operation‖.
5. Update the fax number.
Vira

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CONTENT
CONTENT ............................................................................................. 8
1. Introduction ................................................................................... 15
Chapter Structure ........................................................................................ 16
How to Use This Manual.............................................................................. 17
Terms and Definitions.................................................................................. 18
System Overview ......................................................................................... 23
Application Questions.................................................................................. 24
2. Hardware Orientation .................................................................... 25
In This Chapter ............................................................................................ 25
VENUS X1 Back Panel................................................................................... 26
CONT Interface...................................................................................................... 26
4: DIP Switch ......................................................................................................... 26
5: 10/100M UDP Interface .................................................................................... 26
6: USB Interface .................................................................................................... 26
7: RS232 Interface................................................................................................. 27
INPUT Interface..................................................................................................... 27
10: HDMI Input ..................................................................................................... 27
11: CVBS Input ...................................................................................................... 27
12: VGA Input........................................................................................................ 27
13: DVI Input ......................................................................................................... 27
OUTPUT Interface................................................................................................. 27

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8.17: Sending Card Interface ................................................................................ 27
14: DVI1/DVI LOOP Output ................................................................................... 27
15: DVI2 Output .................................................................................................... 28
16: VGA Output..................................................................................................... 28
Optional Module................................................................................................... 28
1. 2. 3: Optional Module Slots .............................................................................. 28
Illuminated Power Switch and Power................................................................... 30
9. 18: Power Interface and Illuminated Power Switch ......................................... 30
Interface Protection Block .................................................................................... 31
VENUS X1 Front Panel ................................................................................. 32
OLED Panel............................................................................................................ 34
Menu Button......................................................................................................... 34
Signal Buttons ....................................................................................................... 34
Function ................................................................................................................ 35
3. Hardware Installation..................................................................... 39
In This Chapter ............................................................................................ 39
Safety Precautions....................................................................................... 40
Unpacking and Inspection ........................................................................... 40
Site Preparation........................................................................................... 40
4. Menu Orientation .......................................................................... 41
In This Chapter ............................................................................................ 41
MENU.......................................................................................................... 42

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INPUT .................................................................................................................... 43
OUTPUT ................................................................................................................ 46
PICTURE ................................................................................................................ 48
SPLIT...................................................................................................................... 51
TRANSITION .......................................................................................................... 52
SCALE .................................................................................................................... 54
SAVE SETUP........................................................................................................... 55
SYSTEM ................................................................................................................. 56
LED MANAGEMENT .............................................................................................. 58
LANGUAGE............................................................................................................ 60
FACTORY RESET..................................................................................................... 60
QUICK MENU............................................................................................... 61
SPECIAL EFFECTS SWITCHING ...................................................................... 61
SAVE FUNCTION .......................................................................................... 63
LOAD FUNCTION.......................................................................................... 64
PIP FUNCTION ............................................................................................. 64
SPLIT FUNCTION .......................................................................................... 65
SCALE FUNCTION......................................................................................... 66
5. Communication Software Guideline ............................................... 67
In This Chapter ............................................................................................ 67
Software Installation.................................................................................... 68
Software Operation ..................................................................................... 72

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Connection............................................................................................................ 72
Use ........................................................................................................................ 73
File Toolbar ........................................................................................................... 73
Communication Toolbar ....................................................................................... 74
Device Toolbar ...................................................................................................... 74
Output Resolution Toolbar ................................................................................... 76
Display Mode Toolbar ........................................................................................... 76
Layout Toolbar ...................................................................................................... 76
Aspect Ratio Toolbar............................................................................................. 76
Signal Input Toolbar .............................................................................................. 77
Screen Parameter Toolbar .................................................................................... 77
Image Toolbar ....................................................................................................... 78
Display Toolbar...................................................................................................... 78
Output Toolbar...................................................................................................... 78
Images Display Toolbar ......................................................................................... 79
User Mode Toolbar ............................................................................................... 79
Log Toolbar............................................................................................................ 79
Information Toolbar .............................................................................................. 80
Control .................................................................................................................. 80
Language............................................................................................................... 84
Admin.................................................................................................................... 84
Help....................................................................................................................... 85

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How to Connect Window Control Program by RS232 Interface ................... 86
How to Connect Windows Control Program by USB Interface ..................... 89
How to Connect Windows Control Program by LAN Interface ..................... 93
6. System Setup and Operations......................................................... 96
In This Chapter ............................................................................................ 96
Single Image Switching ................................................................................ 97
PIP Setting ................................................................................................... 98
Set LED Display Connection ......................................................................... 99
Split Setting ............................................................................................... 110
Set the Size and Position of Single Image................................................... 112
Choose and Custom Output Resolution ..................................................... 113
Screen Size Setting..................................................................................... 115
Zoom the Image ........................................................................................ 117
Text Overlay Setting ................................................................................... 118
User Define the BLACK Key ........................................................................ 120
User Define the SCALE Key......................................................................... 123
Using TAKE Mode ...................................................................................... 125
Special Effects Switching............................................................................ 126
Set the Audio............................................................................................. 127
Using Black Out.......................................................................................... 128
LAN Remote Control Setting ...................................................................... 129
Save the Parameter ................................................................................... 132

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Load Saved Setting..................................................................................... 133
7. Common Questions and Solutions.................................................134
In This Chapter .......................................................................................... 134
Input Jitter for I System of HDMI ............................................................... 135
Change the Input as P System ............................................................................ 135
Connect the HDMI Signal to the EXT_HDMI Input ............................................. 135
DVI Quick Split Operation .......................................................................... 135
It Needs Signal Distributor if Split by DVI Port ................................................... 135
Split by the HDMI Loop Out Port of EXT_9......................................................... 135
Quick Split ........................................................................................................... 135
There is Flash Point when Output to the LED Screen ................................. 136
Change the DVI Cable ......................................................................................... 136
Change the DVI Output Port............................................................................... 136
APP Software cannot Properly Connected in Mobile Phone or Tablet
Computer .................................................................................................. 137
Confirm if Open the Ethernet Function.............................................................. 137
Confirm if IP Conflict for Mobile Phone, Wireless Router and Device............... 137
VGA Input Offset or cannot be Full Size Shown.......................................... 137
Set Auto Adjust for VGA Input ............................................................................ 137
HDMI, DVI Input Offset or cannot be Full Size Shown ................................ 138
Manual Adjust the HDMI, DVI and EXT HDMI, EXT DVI...................................... 138
Software Upgrade Failed............................................................................ 138

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Can’t Open the Device ........................................................................................ 138
Failed when Upgrade Less than 100% ................................................................ 138
A. Specification .................................................................................139
B. Contact Information......................................................................146
C. Software Upgrade .........................................................................147
D. Optional Module Installation and .................................................149
Replacement Instruction...................................................................149
E. VENUS X1 Connect APP Control Operation ....................................155

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1. Introduction
This chapter is designed to introduce you to the VENUS X1 User Manual. Areas to
be covered are:
Chapter Structure
How to Use This Manual
Terms and Definitions
System Overview
Application Questions

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Chapter Structure
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Chapter Structure
The following chapters provide instructions for all aspects of VENUS X1
operations.
Chapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 2 Hardware Orientation
Chapter 3 Hardware Installation
Chapter 4 Menu Orientation
Chapter 5 Communication Software Guideline
Chapter 6 System Setup and Operations
Chapter 7 Common Questions and Solutions
Appendix A Specification
Appendix B Contact Information
Appendix C Software Upgrade
Appendix D Optional Module Installation and Replacement
Instruction
Appendix E VENUS X1 Connect APP Control Operation

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How to Use This Manual
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How to Use This Manual
Following are important tips for streamlining your use of this User Manual in
its electronic ―PDF‖ form.
Navigating
Use Acrobat Reader’s ―bookmarks‖ to navigate to the desired location.
All chapter files have the same bookmark structure for instant navigation
to any section. Please note:
Extensive hyperlinks are provided within the chapters.
Use Acrobat’s ―Go to Previous View‖ and ―Return to next View‖
buttons to trace your complete navigational path.
Use the ―Previous Page‖ and ―Next Page‖ buttons to go to the previous
or next page within a file.
Use Acrobat’s extensive search capabilities, such as the ―Find‖ tool
and ―Search Index‖ tool to perform comprehensive searches as required.
Table of Contents and Index
Use the Table of Contents bookmarks to navigate a desired topic.
Click any item to instantly jump to that section of the guide. You
can also use the Index to jump to specific topics within a chapter.
Each page number in the Index is a hyperlink.
General Operations
To ensure trouble-free operation, please follow all procedures as listed
below:
For detailed installation instructions, refer to chapter 3 ―Hardware
Installation‖ on page 39.
For communication software control guide, refer to Chapter 5,
―Communication Software Control Guide‖ on page 67.
For system setup and operations, refer to Chapter 6, ―System Setup
and Operations‖ on page 96.
Should you have any questions regarding the installation or operation of
VENUS X1, please consult with the factory. Refer toAppendix B, ―Contact
information‖ on page 146.

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Terms and Definitions
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Terms and Definitions
The following terms and definitions are used throughout this guide.
“Aspect ratio”: The relationship of the horizontal dimension to the
vertical dimension of an image. In viewing screens, standard TV is 4:3,
or 1.33:1; HDTV is 16:9, or 1.78:1. Sometimes the ―:1‖ is implicit,
making TV = 1.33 and HDTV = 1.78.
“AV”: Audio visual, or audio video.
“Baudrate”：Named of J.M.E. Baudot, the inventor of the Baudot
telegraph code. The number of the electrical oscillations per second,
called baud rate. Related to, but not the same as, transfer rate in bits
per second (bps).
“Blackburst”: The video waveform without the video elements. It
includes the vertical sync, horizontal sync, and the chroma burst
information. Blackburst is used to synchronize video equipment to
align the video output. One signal is normally used to set up an entire
video system or facility. Sometimes it is called House sync.
“BNC”: Bayonet Neill-Concelman. A cable connector used extensively
in television and named for its inventors. A cylindrical bayonet
connector that operates with a twist-locking motion. To make the
connection, align the two curved grooves in the collar of the male
connector with the two projections on the outside of the female collar,
push, and twist. This allows the connector to lock into place without
tools.
“Brightness”: Usually refers to the amount or intensity of video light
produced on a screen without regard to color. Sometimes called ―black
level.
―CAT 5‖:Category 5. Describes the network cabling standard that
consists of four unshielded twisted pairs of copper wire terminated by
RJ-45 connectors. CAT 5 cabling supports data rates up to 100 Mbps.
CAT 5 is based on the EIA/TIA 568 Commercial Building
Telecommunications Wiring Standard.
“Color bars”: A standard test pattern of several basic colors (white,
yellow, cyan, green, magenta, red, blue, and black) as a reference for
system alignment and testing. In NTSC video, the most commonly
used color bars are the SMPTE standard color bars. In PAL video, the
most commonly used color bars are eight full field bars. In the
computer, the most commonly used color bars are two rows of
reversed color bars.
“Color burst”: In color TV systems, a burst of subcarrier frequency
located on the back porch of the composite video signal. This serves
as a color synchronizing signal to establish a frequency and phase
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4.43 MHz for PAL.
“Color temperature”: The color quality, expressed in degrees
Kelvin(K), of a light source. The higher the color temperature, the bluer
the light. The lower the temperature, the redder the light. Benchmark
color temperature for the A/V industry include 5000°K, 6500°K, and
9000°K.
“Contrast ratio”: The radio of the high light output level divided by the
low light output level. In theory, the contrast radio of the television
system should be at least 100:1, if not 300:1. In reality, there are
several limitations. In the CRT, light from adjacent elements
contaminate the area of each element. Room ambient light will
contaminate the light emitted from the CRT. Well-controlled viewing
conditions should yield a practical contrast ratio of 30:1 to 50:1.
“DVI”: Digital Visual Interface. The digital video connectivity standard
that was developed by DDWG (Digital Display Work Group). This
connection standard offers two different connectors: one with 24 pins
that handles digital video signals only, and one with 29 pins that
handles both digital and analog video.
“EDID”: Extended Display Identification Data –EDID is a data structure
used to communicate video display information, including native
resolution and vertical interval refresh rate requirements, to a source
device. The source device will then output the optimal video format for
the display based on the provided EDID data, ensuring proper video
image quality. This communication takes place over the DDC –Display
Data Channel.
“Ethernet”: A Local Area Network (LAN) standard officially known as
IEEE 802.3. Ethernet and other LAN technologies are used for
interconnecting computers, printers, workstations, terminals, servers,
etc. within the same building or campus. Ethernet operates over
twisted pair and over coaxial cable at speeds starting at 10Mbps. For
LAN interconnectivity, Ethernet is physical link and data link protocol
reflecting the two lowest layers of the OSI Reference Model.
“Frame”: In interlaced video, a frame is one complete image.A video
frame is made up of two fields, or two sets of interlaced lines. In a film,
a frame is one still image of a series that makes up a motion image.
“Gamma”: The light output of a CRT is not linear with respect to the
voltage input. The difference between what you should have and what
is actually output is known as gamma.
“HDMI” - High –Definition Multimedia Interface: An interface used
primarily in consumer electronics for the transmission of
uncompressed high definition video, up to 8 channels of audio, and
control signals, over a single cable. HDMI is the de facto standard for
HDTV displays, Blu-ray Disc players, and other HDTV electronics.

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Terms and Definitions
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Introduced in 2003, the HDMI specification has gone through several
revisions.
“HDSDI”: The high-definition version of SDI specified in SMPTE-292M.
This signal standard transmits audio and video with 10 bit depth and
4:2:2 color quantization over a single coaxial cable with a data rate of
1.485 Gbit/second. Multiple video resolutions exists including
progressive 1280x720 and interlaced 1920x1080 resolution. Up to 32
audio signals are carried in the ancillary data.
“JPEG” (Joint photographic Expects Group): Commonly used
method of lossy compression for photographic images using a discreet
cosine transfer function. The degree of compression can be adjusted,
allowing a selectable tradeoff between storage size and image quality.
JPEG typically achieves 10:1 compression with little perceptible loss in
image quality. Produces blocking artifacts.
“MPEG”: Motion image Expect Group. A standard committee under the
auspices of the International Standards Organization working on
algorithm standards that allow digital compression, storage and
transmission of moving image information such as motion video,
CD-quality audio, and control data at CD-ROM bandwidth. The MPEG
algorithm provides inter-frame compression of video images and can
have an effective compression rate of 100:1 to 200:1.
“NTSC”: The color video standard used in North America and some
other parts of the world created by the National Television Standards
Committee in the 1950s. A color signal must be compatible with
black-and-white TV sets. NTSC utilizes an interlaced video signals,
525 lines of resolution with a refresh rate of 60 fields per second (60
Hz). Each frame is comprised of two fields of 262.5 lines each, running
at an effective rate of 30 frames per second.
“PAL”: Phase Alternate Line. A television standard in which the phase
of the color carrier is alternated from line to line. It takes four full
images (8 fields) for the color-to-horizontal phase relationship to return
to the reference point. This alternation helps cancel out phase errors.
For this reason, the hue control is not needed on a PAL TV set. PAL, in
many transmission forms, is widely used in Western Europe, Australia,
Africa, the Middle East, and Micronesia. PAL uses 625-line, 50-filed
(25 fps) composite color transmission system.
“Operator”: Refers to the person who uses the system.
“PIP”: image-in-image. A small image within a larger image created by
scaling down one of the images to make it smaller. Each image
requires a separate video source such as a camera, VCR, or computer.
Other forms of PIP displays include image-by-image (PBP) and
image-with-image (PWP), which are commonly used with 16:9 aspect
display devices. PBP and PWP image formats require a separate