TV One C2-5000 Series User manual

C2-5000 Series Universal Scaler
Operation Manual

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Table of Contents
Chapter Description Page
1 Disclaimer 5
2 & 3 Safety Information and IPR Statement (Multi-language) 7
4 Capability Summary 17
5 Unpacking and Installation 18
6 Functional Check 19
7 Quick Start Discussion 21
8 I/O Signal Flow 30
9 Overview of Control Choices 32
10 Menu Structure of Top Menu 34
11 Sub Menu List 39
12 Setup Program Source Sub Menu 39
13 Adjust Scaler Parameters Sub Menu 49
14 Adjust Lock/Overlay Sub Menu 55
15 Adjust Buttons Sub Menu 59
16 Adjust Image Parameters Sub Menu 65
17 System Sub Menu 69
18 Configuration Utility Interface 75
19 Theory of Operation 104
20 Equipment Return Procedure 106
21 Troubleshooting and Technical Support 107
22 Connector Pinouts 110
23 Technical Specifications 111
24 Warranty Policy 113
25 Contact Information 114

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1.0 Disclaimer
This product is intended for professional and/or home use. This product is not
intended for use in a medical environment and does not have the required
certifications for such use. Similarly, use aboard any aircraft or spacecraft while
in flight or as an adjunct to any surface, airborne or marine navigation system or
any offshore marine activity, including control of any watercraft, or any use
similar to those specifically herein mentioned is prohibited. Use in the
aforementioned circumstances would require additional testing and certification.
You have not become the owner of any software - you have merely purchased
the right to use the software. You may make one copy of the software for your
own use. Other copies will be deemed a breach of copyright.
No warranty is made either expressed or implied including but not limited to any
implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. In no
event shall the supplier or manufacturer of this product be liable for errors found
within, or be liable for any direct indirect or consequential damages or loss in
connection with the purchase or use of this hardware software or manual. The
sole and exclusive liability to the supplier and manufacturer regardless of the
form of action shall not exceed the replacement cost of the materials described
herein.
By using this equipment you have indicated that you have agreed to the terms
listed above. If you do not wish to agree or the above terms are contrary to your
conditions of purchase you may return the equipment, unused, to your supplier.
All trademarks and copyrights are acknowledged. E&OE.
1.1 Regulatory Agency Acceptance
European ‘CE’ Mark Statement
Emissions: BS EN 50081-1 (Generic Immunity Standard for Residential,
Commercial and Light Industrial)
Immunity: BS EN 0082-1 (Generic Immunity Standard for Residential,
Commercial and Light Industrial)
Low Voltage Directive: BS EN 60950-1:2002 (Information Technology
Equipment Safety)
FCC Statement
Class A Device: 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 a 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

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installed and used in accordance with the Instruction Manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential
area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required
to correct the interference at his own expense.
Caution: This equipment is intended for use in the manner prescribed in the
Instruction Manual. Any user changes or modifications not expressly approved by
TV One Multimedia Solutions could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment. Connecting this equipment to external devices requires no specially
shielded cabling for FCC compliance. The Instruction Manual shows or describes
the proper connection of this equipment for operation that insures FCC
compliance.
Direct all inquiries regarding FCC compliance to:
TV One Multimedia Solutions
1350 Jamike Drive
Erlanger, KY 41018
859.282.7303
859.282.8225 (Fax)
Important Production Notice
C2-5100 and C2-5200 are new model numbers for the TV One Universal Scaler
product. Other than improvements in capability (a process that is part of all TV
One Product Life Cycles), these products are exactly the same as the previous
model designations; C2-770 and C2-775.
The C2-5100 replaces the C2-770 and the C2-5200 replaces the C2-775. The
principle difference between the two models is the ability to process SDI signals
in the case of the C2-5200, a capability not present in the C2-5100.
Manual Copyright Notice
This Operation Manual is the intellectual property of TV One, ©2004. No portion
of this manual may be copied or reproduced in any manner or by any means,
including, but not limited to electronic and electro-mechanical, without the
express written permission of TV One.

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2.0 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To insure the best from this product, please read this manual carefully. Keep it in
a safe place for future reference.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover from the unit.
No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.
2.1 POWER AND CONNECTIONS
This unit is not disconnected from the AC power source as long as it is
connected to the wall outlet. The off state for this unit is called standby mode. In
standby mode the unit is designed to consume a reduced quantity of power
compared to normal operating modes.
When not using the unit for a long period of time, insure that the AC power cord
is disconnected from the wall outlet.
The AC wall outlet should be installed near to the unit and be easily accessible.
Do not plug in or attempt to operate an obviously damaged unit.
2.2 WATER AND MOISTURE
To reduce the risk of fire, do not expose the unit to rain, water or excessive
moisture.
2.3 GENERAL CARE
Do not force switches or external connections.
When moving the unit, disconnect the serial port connections first then the power
cable and finally the interconnecting cables to other devices.
Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents or aerosol cleaners, as
this may damage the unit. Use a clean dry cloth.
2.4 LOCATION
Installation of this unit should be in a cool dry place, away from sources of
excessive heat, vibration, dust, moisture and cold.

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2.5 VENTILATION
Slots and openings in the sides of the unit are provided for ventilation. To insure
reliable operation, avoid obstruction of these openings and insure the unit is
installed in a well-ventilated area.
3.0 INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
Some IC chips in this product include confidential and/or trade secret property.
Therefore you may not copy, modify, adapt, translate, distribute, reverse
engineer, reverse assemble, or decompile the contents thereof.

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2.0 IMPORTANT: CONSIGNES DE SECURITE
Afin de tirer le meilleur de ce produit, merci de lire attentivement ce manuel.
Gardez-le dans un endroit sûr pour pouvoir le consulter à nouveau.
Afin de réduire le risque de choc électrique, ne retirez pas l’unité de sa
protection.
Aucune pièce réparable par l’utilisateur à l’intérieur. Référez-vous à des
personnes qualifiées.
2.1 ALIMENTATION ELECTRIQUE ET CONNEXIONS
Cette unité n’est pas déconnectée de la source de courant électrique tant qu’elle
est connectée à la prise murale. Le mode éteint de cette unité est appelé mode
de veille. En mode de veille, cette unité est conçue pour consommer une
quantité réduite de courant par rapport aux modes normaux d’utilisation.
Lorsque vous n’utilisez pas l’unité pendant une longue période, assurez-vous
que le câble d’alimentation électrique est déconnecté de la prise murale.
La prise murale de courant doit être installée près de l’unité et aisément
accessible.
Ne branchez pas et n’essayez pas d’utiliser une unité visiblement endommagée.
2.2 EAU ET HUMIDITE
Afin de réduire le risque d’incendie n’exposez pas l’unité à la pluie, l’eau ou à
une humidité excessive.
2.3 ENTRETIEN GENERAL
Ne forcez pas les boutons ou connexions externes.
Lorsque vous déplacez l’unité, déconnectez d’abord les connexions de ports en
série puis le câble d’alimentation et enfin les câbles de connexion avec d’autres
appareils.
N’essayez pas de nettoyer l’unité avec des dissolvants chimiques ou des
produits nettoyants en aérosol, car cela peut endommager l’unité. Utilisez un
chiffon propre et sec.

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2.4 EMPLACEMENT
L’installation de cette unité doit se faire dans un endroit frais et sec, éloigné de
sources excessives de chaleur, de vibrations, de poussière, d’humidité et de
froid.
2.5 AERATION
Les rainures et les ouvertures sur les cotés de l’unité servent à l’aérer. Pour
permettre une utilisation sûre, évitez d’obstruer ces ouvertures et assurez-vous
que l’unité est installée dans un endroit bien aéré.
3.0 PROPRIETE INTELLECTUELLE
Certaines puces IC dans ce produit contiennent des éléments propriétaires
confidentiels et/ou des secrets commerciaux. Vous ne devez donc pas copier,
modifier, adapter, traduire, distribuer, démonter, désassembler, ou décomposer
leur contenu.

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2.0 INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURIDAD
Para sacar el mejor provecho de este producto, léase este manual con
detenimiento. Guárdelo en un lugar seguro para poder hacerle referencia en el
futuro.
Para reducir el riesgo de calambre, no quite la cubierta del aparato.
No hay piezas utilizables dentro. Remítase todo mantenimiento a personal
cualificado.
2.1 CORRIENTE Y CONEXIONES
Mientras esté conectada a una toma de electricidad, el aparato seguirá
conectado a la fuente de corriente CA. A la posición de «off» de este aparato se
le denomina posición de espera. En la posición de espera, el aparato está
diseñado a consumir una cantidad reducida de electricidad en comparación con
los modos de operación normales.
Asegúrese de desconectar el cable de corriente CA de la toma de la pared
cuando no va a utilizar el aparato por un periodo largo de tiempo.
La toma CA de la pared ha de estar instalada cerca del aparato y debe ser
fácilmente accesible.
No enchufe ni intente operar un aparato que esté evidentemente dañado.
2.2 AGUA Y HUMEDAD
Para reducir el riesgo de incendio no exponga el aparato a la lluvia, el agua o la
humedad excesiva.
2.3 CUIDADO GENERAL
No forzar interruptores o conexiones externas.
Al mover el aparato, desconecte las conexiones del puerto en serie primero,
luego el cable de electricidad y finalmente los cables interconectados a otros
aparatos.
No intente limpiar el aparato con disolventes químicos o productos de limpieza
aerosol, ya que podrían dañar el aparato. Utiliza un paño limpio y seco.
2.4 UBICACIÓN
Este aparato se debe instalar en un lugar seco y fresco, lejos de fuentes de calor
excesivas, la vibración, el polvo, la humedad y el frío.

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2.5 VENTILACIÓN
El aparato viene provisto de ranuras y agujeros en los lados para la ventilación.
Para asegurar una operación eficaz, se debe evitar la obstrucción de estos
agujeros y también asegurar que el aparato se instale en una zona con
adecuada ventilación.
3.0 PROPIEDAD INTELECTUAL
Algunos chips con circuito integrado de este producto incluyen propiedad
confidencial y/o propiedad de secreto comercial. Por lo tanto queda prohibido
copiar, modificar, adaptar, traducir, distribuir, usar técnicas retroactivas,
desmontar, o recopilar los contenidos del mismo.

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2.0 WICHTIGE SICHERHEITSVORSCHRIFTEN
Lesen Sie diese Bedienungsanleitung bitte sorgfältig, um Ihr Produkt optimal
nützen zu können, und bewahren Sie sie zum späteren Nachschlagen an einem
sicheren Ort auf.
Entfernen Sie bitte keinesfalls die Abdeckung, um der Gefahr eines
Stromschlags vorzubeugen.
Im Inneren des Geräts befinden sich keine Teile, die vom Benutzer gewartet
werden können. Lassen Sie Wartungsarbeiten nur von Fachpersonal
durchführen.
2.1 STROMVERSORGUNG UND ANSCHLÜSSE
Solange das Gerät mit einer Steckdose verbunden ist, bleibt die
Stromversorgung aufrecht. Der Ausschaltzustand des Geräts wird als
Standbymodus bezeichnet. Im Standbymodus verbraucht das Gerät weniger
Strom als in den üblichen Betriebsarten.
Wird das Gerät über einen längeren Zeitraum hinweg nicht verwendet, ziehen
Sie bitte das Stromkabel aus der Steckdose.
Die Steckdose sollte sich in der Nähe des Geräts befinden und leicht zugänglich
sein.
Verbinden Sie ein offensichtlich beschädigtes Gerät keinesfalls mit einer
Steckdose und versuchen Sie auch nicht, es zu bedienen.
2.2 WASSER UND FEUCHTIGKEIT
Setzen Sie das Gerät weder Regen, Wasser noch übermäßiger Feuchtigkeit aus,
um der Gefahr eines Brandes vorzubeugen.
2.3 ALLGEMEINE PFLEGE
Wenden Sie bei der Handhabung von Schaltern und Anschlüssen keine Gewalt
an.
Beim Umstellen des Geräts entfernen Sie zuerst die seriellen Anschlüsse, dann
das Stromkabel und zum Schluss die Verbindungskabel zu anderen Geräten.
Versuchen Sie keinesfalls, das Gerät mit chemischen Lösungsmitteln oder
Sprayreinigern zu reinigen, da dies das Gerät beschädigen könnte. Verwenden
Sie ein sauberes, trockenes Tuch.

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2.4 AUFSTELLUNG
Das Gerät sollte an einem kühlen, trockenen Ort aufgestellt werden, fern von
übermäßiger Wärme, Vibrationen, Staub, Feuchtigkeit und Kälte.
2.5 BELÜFTUNG
Seitliche Schlitze und Öffnungen sorgen für die Belüftung des Geräts. Um die
ordnungsgemäße Belüftung zu gewährleisten, dürfen diese Öffnungen nicht
verdeckt werden. Sorgen Sie außerdem dafür, dass das Gerät an einem gut
belüfteten Ort aufgestellt wird.
3.0 GEWERBLICHES EIGENTUM
Einige integrierte Schaltkreise in diesem Produkt enthalten vertrauliche
Informationen und/oder Betriebsgeheimnisse. Sie dürfen daher diese Inhalte
nicht kopieren, modifizieren, adaptieren, übersetzen, verteilen, rückentwickeln,
rückassemblieren oder dekompilieren.

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2.0 BELANGRIJKE VEILIGHEIDSINSTRUCTIES
Lees deze handleiding zorgvuldig door om het beste uit uw product te halen.
Bewaar het op een veilige plek voor raadpleging in de toekomst.
Haal nooit het omhulsel van de eenheid af, dit om de kans op een elektrische
schok te verminderen. Maak het apparaat nooit open: er bevinden zich geen
door de gebruiker in te stellen onderdelen in het apparaat. Laat service en
onderhoud over aan een gekwalificeerde technicus.
2.1 ELEKTRICITEIT EN AANSLUITING
Deze eenheid is niet van de wisselstroom voedingsbron gescheiden wanneer de
stekker nog in het stopcontact zit. Wanneer de eenheid uitstaat, staat deze nog
in de stand-by modus. In de stand-by modus vergt de eenheid minder stroom
dan in de normale "aan" modus.
Wanneer u de eenheid voor langere tijd niet gebruikt, zorg er dan voor dat de
stekker van het wisselstroomsnoer uit het stopcontact is getrokken.
Het wisselstroom stopcontact moet dichtbij de eenheid geïnstalleerd worden en
makkelijk toegankelijk zijn.
Als de eenheid duidelijk beschadigd is moet u deze nooit op het lichtnet
aansluiten of bedienen.
2.2 WATER EN VOCHTIGHEID
Zorg ervoor dat de eenheid niet aan regen, water of extreme vochtigheid wordt
blootgesteld, dit om brand te voorkomen.
2.3 ALGEMEEN ONDERHOUD
Forceer schakelaars of externe aansluitingen nooit.
Bij verplaatsing van de eenheid, de seriële poortaansluitingen eerst loskoppelen,
dan de voedingskabel en als laatste de snoeren naar andere apparaten.
Probeer de eenheid nooit met chemische oplosmiddelen of
schoonmaakmiddelen in een spuitbus schoon te maken, omdat dit de eenheid
kan beschadigen. Gebruik een schone droge doek.
2.4 PLAATSING
Deze eenheid moet geïnstalleerd worden op een koele droge plaats, uit de buurt
van bronnen van extreme hitte, vibraties, stof, vocht en kou.

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2.5 VENTILATIE
De sleuven en openingen aan de zijkant van de eenheid zijn voor ventilatie. Zorg
er voor dat de eenheid op een goed geventileerde plek geïnstalleerd wordt zodat
deze betrouwbaar werkt.
3.0 INTELLECTUEEL EIGENDOM
Sommige IC chips in dit product bevatten vertrouwelijke informatie en/of
fabrieksgeheimen. U mag daarom de inhoud hiervan niet kopiëren, wijzigen,
aanpassen, vertalen, verspreiden, nabouwen, of decompileren.

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4.0 CAPABILITY SUMMARY
The C2-5000 series Universal Scalers use the proprietary CORIO2 Engine to
control their capabilities. The CORIO2 series units are the second generation of
the successful CORIO products. The features of both units make them powerful
tools for any application requiring high quality video signal conversion or image
manipulation.
Some of the outstanding features of the C2-5100 Universal Scaler are described
below. (The C2-5200 has all the capabilities of the C2-5100 plus SDI I/O
including an SDI genlock feature).
4.1 Anything In, Anything Out
With fully customizable resolution data, you define the video input and output
parameters.
4.2 Preview Outputs
This feature provides the ability to select the next input for Preview before
selecting it as the Program output.
4.3 Automatic Resolution Detection
Any input resolution can be auto detected providing it’s specified in the resolution
table. 1000 resolutions can be defined including user created resolutions.
4.4 Zoom and Shrink
Horizontal and vertical zoom can be as much as 1000%. Also, the image can be
shrunk down to 10% of its original size.
4.5 Image Freeze and Flip
Images can be frozen on screen during presentations. Images can also flipped
horizontally, vertically or both.
4.6 Seamless Switching
Clean, glitch free switching between video inputs. Fades between sources are
possible with time periods of between .1 and 5 seconds.
4.7 Motion Compensation & Film Mode
3:2 Pulldown for 24fps film-source material. Motion compensation for normal
video de-interlacing.
4.8 Luma and Chroma keying
User definable keying of Video outputs.
4.9 Picture in Picture
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4.10 Genlocking
Lock to RGB, YUV, S-video or composite video. With the C2-5200, SDI video
sources can also be used for a genlock source.
4.11 Image Memory
The Program source can also be a stored image, allowing logo insertion and test
patterns to be displayed
4.12 External Control
The Scaler is controllable from a Microsoft Windows® control application and via
an optional IR remote control.
4.13 Customizable Buttons
10 programmable buttons can be assigned to any input and the image
parameters of the input can be modified. Assignments and image parameters
can be stored in a non-volatile memory.
5.0 UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION
5.1 Shipping Carton
The Universal Scaler arrives double boxed for maximum protection during
shipping. You are encouraged to retain both boxes and all packing material so
the unit can be returned in the unlikely event that repairs should ever become
necessary.
5.2 Furnished Accessories
Carefully unpack the carton and perform an inventory of the contents. In addition
to the C2-5100 or C2-5200 product, the standard accessories include:
1 HD15 to HD15 Cable
1 5 BNC to 5 BNC Cable
1 Y/C Cable
1 Composite Video Cable with BNC Connectors
1 RS-232 Cable (Null Modem)
1 AC Power Cable
1 Instruction Manual
If any items are missing or defective, contact your supplier. If you are unable to
resolve the problem with your supplier, contact TV One via the web at
http://tvone.crmdesk.com for prompt replacement.

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6.0 FUNCTIONAL CHECK
Important Safety Instructions
For US Customers:
If the AC outlets available are not suitable for the plug supplied with this unit, the
plug should be cut off and an appropriate 3 pin plug attached. For details see
below. A plug severed from the AC lead must be destroyed, as a plug with
bare wires is hazardous if inserted into a live outlet.
The wires in the AC cable are colored according to the following code:
White: NEUTRAL
Black: LIVE
Green: EARTH GROUND
The wire colored WHITE must be connected to the terminal marked with the
letter N or colored BLACK.
The wire colored BLACK must be connected to the terminal marked with the
letter L or colored RED. (Make sure that neither of these wires is connected to
the earth terminal of the three-pin plug).
The wire colored GREEN must be connected to the terminal marked with the
letter E or colored GREEN or GREEN & YELLOW or marked with a ground
symbol.
For European Customers:
If the mains socket outlets available are not suitable for the plug supplied with
this unit, the plug should be cut off and an appropriate 3-pin plug attached. For
details see below. A plug severed from the Mains lead must be destroyed,
as a plug with bare wires is hazardous if inserted into a live outlet.
The wires in the Mains Lead are colored according to the following code:
Blue: NEUTRAL
Brown: LIVE
Green and Yellow: EARTH
If the colors of the wires in the AC cable of this unit do not correspond with the
colored marks identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire colored BLUE must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter
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The wire colored BROWN must be connected to the terminal marked with the
letter L or colored RED. (Make sure that neither of these wires is connected to
the earth terminal of the three-pin plug).
The wire colored GREEN & YELLOW must be connected to the terminal marked
with the letter E or colored GREEN or GREEN & YELLOW or marked with a
ground symbol.
NOTE: POWER IS NEVER TOTALLY REMOVED FROM THE UNIT WHEN IT’S
PLUGGED INTO AN ACTIVE AC OUTLET. PRESSING THE BUTTON AT
THE EXTREME RIGHT ON THE FRONT PANEL ONLY PLACES THE UNIT IN
A POWERED DOWN MODE. THIS BUTTON IS A STANDBY SWITCH, NOT A
TRUE OFF AND ON SWITCH. NEVER REMOVE THE CABINET UNLESS THE
UNIT HAS BEEN COMPLETELY DISCONNECTED FROM AC POWER.
6.1 First Time Operation Using Factory Default Settings
The following procedure is a simple functional check using the unit as a VGA
Scaler to verify correct operation in the Factory Default configuration. Please
perform this check immediately after unpacking the unit and once you have
verified all the required accessories are present. In order to carry out this setup
you will need a Personal Computer as a signal source and its computer monitor.
First, connect the AC power cable to the unit. (Refer to the diagram below. The
cable connects to the socket labeled “Power 100v – 240v 47-63Hz – 1.2A Max”).
Next, disconnect the cable going from the Monitor to the PC. Connect the output
from the PC video card (the PC connector formerly used by the monitor cable) to
the input labeled “RGB1” on the rear panel of the Scaler. Use the HD15 – HD15
cable provided in the accessory pack to make this connection.
Finally, connect the cable from the monitor to the connector labeled “RGB
Output” on the Scaler. Connect the AC Power Cable to a working AC outlet and
turn on the PC, monitor and the Scaler.
Provided you have not changed anything from the Factory Defaults, after a few
seconds to initialize, the CORIO2 logo will appear on the output monitor.
You will then need to select the RGB1 input on the Scaler as a signal source.