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980 DP 1.4 Video Generator / Analyzer - User Guide
3 Testing DP Displays with the 980 DP Video Generator / Analyzer module
This chapter describes how to operate the 980 DP 1.4 Video Generator / Analyzer module to test DP display
devices (HDTVs, PC monitors).
3.1
Workflow for running the video pattern testing of DP displays
The workflow below is a high level set of tasks for operating the 980 DP Video Generator / Analyzer module. Note
that the installation of the external 980 GUI Manager and the Ethernet session are optional; you can run the tests
through the embedded GUI Manager.
1. Power up the 980. Refer to the procedures in
Note: The power switch in the front is used when you are turning off the 980 for a short period of time. For
extended periods of off time, it is best to power the 980 down by first using the power button on the front and
then the rocker switch on the back.
2. (Optional) Establish an Ethernet/IP connection between the external 980 GUI Manager and the 980B/980R
Advanced Test Platform using the procedures in the 980 Advanced Test Platform Quick Start Guide.
3. Connect the DP sink device under test to one of the module's Tx ports.
4. Access the module's interface through the 980 GUI Manager.
5. Select DP.
6. Select the formats (timing or resolution).
7. Select the test patterns you wish to test with.
8. Select any video options and settings.
9. Select the audio format.
10. Monitor the sink DUT for any anomalies.
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