Sima PAL-83 User manual

Multi System
Video Converter
Model PAL-83
User Manual
Converts from NTSC 3.58 (USA), NTSC 4.43
(USA), PAL, PAL M, PAL N (Europe) &
SECAM to NTSC 3.58 or PAL
Precautions
1. Do not expose this product to direct sunlight.
2. Keep the unit away from heat sources such
as radiators,
3. Keep the unit away from magnetic fields.
4. Avoid exposure to dust, moisture, water and
humidity
5. Use this unit in a horizontal position only.
6. Do not place heavy objects on top of this unit.
7. Place the unit in an open space with good
ventilation
8. Keep the unit away from the TV or other
electronic equipment that may cause
interference.
9. Unplug the unit from the power supply when it
is not in use for an extended period of time.
Features
1. Built-in color bar with no video input signal.
2. Input auto detecting
3. Digital conversion from input TV signals of
NTSC, N4, PAL, Pal M, PAL N, SECAM to
output signals of NTSC, PAL.
4. Digital line (525 '625 lines) and field (60 '
50 field) conversion.
5. 6M bit field memory.
Specifications
©2005 Sima Products Corporation
140 Pennsylvania Ave.
Bldg #5
Oakmont, PA 15139
800-345-7462
www.simacorp.com
PN21729
Operation controls and functions
Composite video input connector:
Video input can be NTSC, NTSC4, Pal, PAL M, PAL
N, and SECAM. It will automatically be recognized by
the unit.
12 Volt DC power input: Connect to 12V output of the
included AC adapter.
Rear panel
Video output RCA connector
Connects to your TV or LCD display unit or recording
VCR or DVD. Ouput is converted to either NTSC or
PAL depending on the PAL/NTSC switch setting.
VIDEO DC 12V
INPUT +
PAL NTSC VIDEO
OUTPUT
Input systems NTSC, N4, PAL, PAL
M, Pal N, Secam
Output TV systems NTSC 3.58 or PAL
Connection terminals Video input: 1 Video
output: 1
Sampling Frequency Y: 13.5 MHz
R-Y: 6.75 MHz
B-Y: 6.75 MHz
Digital code bit R: 8 bits
G: 8 bits
B: 8 bits
Line 525 '625
Field 60 '50
Power DC 12V 500 mA
Accessory 1 set video cables, 1
AC adapter
DC 12V 1.25A
100-240 VAC /50/60 Hz
(includes plugs for USA/Europe/UK)

90 Day Limited Warranty
Sima Products Corporation, (“Sima”) warrants that if the accompanying product proves to be defective to the original purchaser in material
or workmanship within 90 days from the original retail purchase, the Company will, at the its option, either repair or replace same without
charge (but no cash refund will be made).
What you must do to enforce Warranty
You must deliver, mail or ship the product, together with the original bill of sale, this limited Warranty statement as proof of warranty
coverage to:
Sima Products Corporation
Attn: Customer Service
140 Pennsylvania Ave., Bldg. #5,
Oakmont, PA 15139
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
It is recommended that you call Sima Products Corporation at 800-345-7462 before sending the unit in for service.
Limitation of Liability and Remedies
This warranty is void if any defects are caused by abuse, misuse, negligence or unauthorized repairs. All liability for incidental or
consequential damages is specifically excluded. The Company shall have no liability for any damages due to lost profits, loss of use or
anticipated benefits, or other incidental, consequential, special or punitive damages arising from the use of, or the inability to use, this
product, whether arising out of contract, negligence, tort or under any warranty, even if the Company has been advised of the possibility of
such damages. The Company’s liability for damages in no event shall exceed the amount paid for this product. The Company neither
assumes nor authorizes anyone to assume for it any other liabilities.
Some states do not allow for the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not
apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights, which vary from state to state.
Troubleshooting
The video system of the recording device must match the video system
selected by the PAL/NTSC switch on the unit. For example, you cannot
record in PAL on an NTSC recorder.
Connections
1. Attach the correct AC plug to the AC
adapter.
2. Plug the AC adapter into wall outlet and plug
12V DC adapter cord into PAL-83
3. Connect the Video output of the PAL-83 to
the video input of your NTSC or PAL video
recorder or TV.
4. Connect the video output of the NTSC or
PAL source of your choice to the video input
of the PAL-83.
5. Set the PAL/NTSC switch to match the
system type of the video recorder or TV to
the output type of the PAL-83.
Note: NTSC = USA, PAL = Europe.
Video input is automatically detected by the PAL-83