StarTech.com VCSVIDVGA Manual

Video to VGA Converter for Panasonic KVS JS8000
VCSVIDVGA Instruction Guide
The Professionals’ Source For Hard-to-Find Computer Parts
VIDEO
CONVERTER
* Actual product may vary from photo
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FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential 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 radio communications. However, 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 the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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Table of Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Site Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Connecting Devices to the Video Converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Using the Menu Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Selecting a video source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Using the menu system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Supported Video Output Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Warranty Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com video converter. This device is designed to
convert the output from a video source (DVD, video game console, VCR) and scale it for
output to high-definition displays--including plasma TVs and LCD monitors--while
maintaining the clarity of the image.
Features
• Get the most out of your existing video equipment by maximizing its performance on a
high-definition display.
• Easy to use interface gets you up and running in minutes.
• Supports common video input standards, including NTSC and PAL.
•Adaptive digital comb filter, high-speed algorithms, and vertical temporal filter
combine to provide crystal-clear output with virtually no de-interlacing artifacts.
Before You Begin
Package Contents
•1x Video Converter Unit
•1x RCA Video Cable
• 1 x YCbCr RCA to 8-pin DIN converter
•1x HD-15 male/male VGA cable
•1x HD-15 male to YPbPr 3-prong RCA cable
• 1 x AC Power Adapter
•1x User Manual
Site Preparation
Ensure you have the necessary cables to connect your video source (such as a DVD
player) to the video converter. Note that if you have previously used the device with a
standard television, you can most likely use those cables to connect the item to the video
converter. The video converter should be in close proximity to the video source and be
connected using high-quality cables for the best possible results.
Need more cables? Contact your dealer or visit www.startech.com for more information.
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Connecting Devices to the Video Converter
1. Disconnect your high-resolution display from its existing video connection.
2. Disconnect your video source (i.e. DVD player) from its existing video connection.
3. Place the video converter near the video source and connect the power adapter to a
suitable wall outlet. Connect the opposite end to the DC 5V connector on the rear of
the video converter.
4. Connect the cable you used to connect your video source to its previous video display
(usually labeled as VIDEO OUT, or similar) as removed in step 2 to the YCbCr IN,
SV IN, or CV IN connector on the rear of the video converter as appropriate. The
connector you use will depend on the type of cable the video source uses. If your
device uses a YCbCr cable, you will need to use the provided adapter to convert the
connectors to the 8-pin DIN connector on the YCbCr IN port on the video converter.
5. Using the provided HD-15 male/male VGA cable, connect one end to the PC/HD
OUTPUT port on the front panel of the video converter.
6. Connect the opposite end of the VGA cable to the VIDEO IN (or similar) connector
that you removed in step 1.
Rear Panel Front Panel
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Using the Menu Options
The video converter uses an intuitive on-screen display (OSD) system that allows you to
fine-tune the video output to the display you are using.
Selecting a video source
By default, the video converter selects an output setting of XGA (1024 x 768 pixels, 60
Hz). While this setting should display an image on most computer monitors, high-
definition televisions often support a different set of resolutions. The video converter
automatically detects and adjusts to NTSC (North America) or PAL (Europe and
elsewhere) inputs For easy setup, the video converter supports a combination-key
setting that can allow you set the unit to a widely-supported output resolution so that
the OSD will be visible on your display:
For computer monitors: Press +and -at the same time to force the unit to XGA.
For HD televisions: Press MENU and -at the same time to force the unit to 480p.
1. After you have connected the video source and display to the video converter using
the directions in the previous section, power on both the device and the display.
2. The display should show a bright-blue screen. Be sure that the video source is sending
a video signal to the video converter (i.e. for a DVD player, insert a disc) for testing
purposes.
3. Press the INPUT button on the front of the video converter. The on-
screen display (OSD) will show which connection is active in the
upper right-hand corner of the screen. Press INPUT repeatedly until
the OSD matches the input you are using on the rear panel of the
video converter. This is the correlation between menu settings and
input connectors:
YCbCr: YCbCr IN
RBgS: YCbCr IN
S-Video: SV IN
Composite: CV IN
NOTE: RBgS is a type of composite video that carries a specific signal on the green
channel. Consult the documentation of the video source to determine if you need to use
this option.
4. Once the correct signal source is selected, the device will display the image source on
the screen. Depending on the requirements of the high-definition display, you may
need to adjust the output settings on the video converter for best image quality. See
the instructions below for more information.
Using the menu system
The video converter automatically interprets the input resolution and scales it to the
output resolution selected in the menu system. While the default settings will provide
an image, the video converter offers several settings that will allow you to adjust the
output signal for the best possible result.
NOTE: Changing the settings below may cause the signal to become unusable if the
settings you select are incompatible with your display. Should this occur, repeat the
Composite
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steps you followed under “Selecting a video source” to reset the video converter back to
a compatible setting.
To activate the menu system, press the MENU key on the front of the
video converter once. The OSD will display the available option on the
left-hand side of the screen. To navigate the menu system:
1. Use the +and -keys on the front of the video converter to move
between options.
2. Use the MENU key to select an item to adjust or display a sub-menu.
3. Once an item is selected, use the +and -keys to adjust the setting.
4. When you are satisfied with your changes, press MENU to activate the setting.
5. You can continue to adjust other settings, or select Exit from the OSD menus until
the OSD disappears.
The following options can be adjusted from the OSD menu system:
Picture Adjust
Brightness
Contrast
Color
Tint
H. peaking filter
Sharpness
V. peaking gain
Reset
Exit
Display
Timing
C S C (RGBH/YPbPr)
Advanced
Film Mode (Auto/OFF)
OSD Display (ON/OFF)
No Signal (Blue/Black)
System Information
INPUT Mode
Display Timing
The video converter will store your changes until it is reset to a default setting.
NOTE: The System Information OSD menu does not allow you to modify any settings
and shows the current state of the video converter settings.
NOTE: The Timing option under the Display menu allows you to adjust the output
resolution and frequency of the video converter. You should exercise caution in
adjusting this setting, since a setting that exceeds the capabilities of your display could
cause damage in some situations. Consult the documentation for your display to
determine if the setting you wish to use is supported.
Picture Adjust
Display
Advanced
System Information
Exit
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Troubleshooting
Problem: I can’t see an image from the video source or the OSD.
Cause: The input setting or output timing (resolution and refresh rate) is incorrect.
Resolution: a) Adjust the settings back to the default setting for your display type
(see page 4) and reselect the input type as necessary.
b) Ensure all cables are securely connected in the proper connectors.
Problem: The image is distorted or blurry.
Cause: The output timing settings/image quality settings are not optimized, or there is
interference degrading the cable signal.
Resolution: a) Adjust the timing settings and image settings using the menu system to
improve image quality and ensure the video source is working normally.
b) Use the shortest cable length possible, and ensure that they are of a high
quality. Heavily-shielded cables with gold-plated connectors offer superior
performance and signal protection. Do not use converters or extension
cables unless they were supplied with the video converter.
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Specifications
Supported Video Output Modes
VCSVIDVGA
Input Signal Level Video @ 1V p-p, 75 ohm, Y @ 1V p-p, 75ohm
Color @ 0.7V p-p, 75 ohm, YCbCr, RGBH
Output Format YPbPr / HDTV
Output Connector HD15 female
Output Signal RGB @ 0.7v p-p, H&V Sync @ 3V p-p,
Y@1V p-p, Pb, Pr @ 0.7V p-p, 75 ohm
Weight 8.5 oz. (240 g)
Dimensions 5.7 x 3.0 x 1.2 in.
146 x 77 x 30 mm
Power Source 5VDC, 2A, Positive Center
PC Resolutions Vert Rate Format Scan Type
VGA 640 x 480 50/60/72/75/85 Hz. RGBHV Progressive
SVGA 800 x 600 50/56/60/72/75/85 Hz. RGBHV Progressive
XGA 1024 x 768 50/60/70/75/85 Hz. RGBHV Progressive
WXGA 1280 x 768 50/60 Hz. RGBHV Progressive
SXGA 1280 x 1024 50/60 Hz. RGBHV Progressive
HDTV Resolutions Vert Rate Format Scan Type
480p 720 x 480 50/60 Hz. YPbPr, RGBHV Progressive
576p 720 x 756 50/60 Hz. YPbPr, RGBHV Progressive
720p 1280 x 720 50/60 Hz. YPbPr, RGBHV Progressive
1080i 1920 x 1080 50/60 Hz. YPbPr, RGBHV Pseudo Interlace
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Technical Support
StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to
provide industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help with your product, visit our
Web site to access our comprehensive selection of online tools, documentation, and
downloads:
www.startech.com/support
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a one-year warranty. In addition, StarTech.com warrants its
products against defects in materials and workmanship for the periods noted,
following the initial date of purchase. During this period, the products may be
returned for repair, or replacement with equivalent products at our discretion. The
warranty covers parts and labor costs only. StarTech.com does not warrant its products
from defects or damages arising from misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and
tear.
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their
officers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect,
special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of profits, loss of business,
or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the actual
price paid for the product.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions contained in this statement
may not apply to you.
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