Extron electronics DVS 406 User Manual

Extron electronics DVS 406 User Manual

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DVS 406
Digital Video Scaler Series
DVS 406, DVS 406 A, DVS 406 D, and DVS 406 AD
68-539-01 Rev. D
02 05

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  • Page 1 DVS 406 Digital Video Scaler Series DVS 406, DVS 406 A, DVS 406 D, and DVS 406 AD 68-539-01 Rev. D 02 05...
  • Page 2 Precautions Safety Instructions • English This symbol is intended to alert the user of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature provided with the equipment. This symbol is intended to alert the user of the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product's enclosure that may present a risk of electric shock.
  • Page 3 Step 2 Install the four rubber feet on the bottom of the DVS 406 scaler, or mount the scaler in a rack. Step 3 Attach input devices to the scaler. Rear panel video inputs...
  • Page 4: Main Menu

    Quick Start — DVS 406, cont’d DVS 406 Menu System Default Cycle menu 2 sec. Extron Power DVS 406 AD 2 sec. Main menu 2 sec. Extron Power DVS 406 2 sec. MENU Input Configuration MENU Output Configuration MENU Input menu...
  • Page 5 (2:2 pull down detection) <On> • On • Off (default) NEXT To reset the scaler, press Press and Hold Take button, then press TAKE to Reset again to confirm *Adjust knobs do not affect NEXT this submenu. DVS 406 • Quick Start QS-3...
  • Page 6 Quick Start — DVS 406, cont’d Exit menu 2 sec. Input Extron RGB Pass Through DVS 406 2 sec. MENU Input Configuration MENU Output Configuration MENU Picture Adjustments menu 2 sec. Extron Power DVS 406 2 sec. Input selection button...
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    ... 1-2 About the DVS 406 ... 1-2 What is the DVS 406? ... 1-2 Controlling the DVS 406 digital video scaler ... 1-2 Features and Options Features ... 1-3 Options and accessories ... 1-4 Chapter 2 • Installation and Operation Mounting the Scaler Tabletop use ...
  • Page 8 Accessories ... A-4 Firmware Upgrade Installation Audio Card Installation Serial Digital Interface (SDI) Card Installation All trademarks mentioned in this manual are the properties of their respective owners. DVS 406 • Table of Contents ... 2-18 ... 2-19 ... 3-1 ... 3-2 ...
  • Page 9: Chapter 1 • Introduction

    DVS 406 Chapter One Introduction About this Manual About the DVS 406 Features and Options...
  • Page 10: About This Manual

    The scaler comes in four models, two of which offer a serial digital interface (SDI) input connector: DVS 406 (no SDI and no audio), DVS 406 A (no SDI but with audio), DVS 406 D (SDI and no audio), and DVS 406 AD (SDI and audio).
  • Page 11: Features And Options

    Inputs 3 to 5 — Three pairs of BNC connectors on the rear panel accept S-video or composite video signals. • Input 6 — DVS 406 D and DVS 406 AD are equipped with an SDI connector for a serial digital interface signal. Buffered video outputs — Five rear-panel BNC connectors and one VGA-type 15-pin HD connector provide connections for RGB or component video (YUV) output.
  • Page 12: Options And Accessories

    A similar process is used for PAL film-source video. Versatile mounting options — The DVS 406 can be rack mounted, or it can be placed on a table or other furniture. Rubber feet and rack mounting hardware are included.
  • Page 13: Chapter 2 • Installation And Operation

    DVS 406 Chapter Two Installation and Operation Mounting the Scaler Rear Panel Features Front Panel Features Optimizing the System Menus, Configuration, and Adjustments Image Adjustments Front Panel Lockout IR 901 Infrared Remote Control Troubleshooting...
  • Page 14: Mounting The Scaler

    Installation and Operation Mounting the Scaler Tabletop use The DVS 406 series of scalers comes with rack mounting brackets and rubber feet. For tabletop use, attach a self-adhesive rubber foot to each corner of the bottom of the unit. Rack mounting For rack mounting, do not install the rubber feet.
  • Page 15: Application Diagram

    Application diagram The diagram below shows an example of a typical DVS 406 application and cable connections. B PA -6 0H 0- 24 Extron DVS 406 Video Camera 1 Application diagram example of the DVS 406 Plasma Display Projector -2 32...
  • Page 16: Rear Panel Features

    Installation and Operation Rear Panel Features The rear panel of the DVS 406 AD model, as shown below, contains all of the possible connectors available on the DVS 406 series of scalers (406/406 A/ 406 D/406 AD). 100-240V 50-60Hz HD YUV to / RGB PASS THROUGH...
  • Page 17 SDI (serial digital interface) input connector — Connect an SDI signal to this female BNC connector. Only DVS 406 D and DVS 406 AD models have an SDI connector. Output 15-pin HD connector — Connect a display device to this female VGA-style connector for RGB output.
  • Page 18 LCD menu and front panel controls. See chapter three, “Serial Communication”, for information on using the Simple Instruction Set (SIS) commands and the Windows-based control program to adjust audio levels and to set audio breakaway. DVS 406 • Installation and Operation Ring Sleeve (s) Ring...
  • Page 19: Front Panel Features

    Front Panel Features The front panel buttons, controls, and LCD of the DVS 406 AD model, as shown below, are found on all models of the DVS 406 scaler series. The LEDs above each button will light green when the button is pressed.
  • Page 20: Lcd Menu Display And Controls

    Menu button — Use this button to enter and move through the main menu system in the DVS 406. See the “Menus, Configuration, and Adjustments” section in this chapter for details. Next button — Use this button to step through the submenus in the DVS 406 menu system.
  • Page 21: Menus, Configuration, And Adjustments

    Scaler configuration and adjustments can be performed by using the Windows- based control program (see chapter 3 for details) or by using the front panel controls and the menus that are displayed on the DVS 406’s LCD screen. These menus are used primarily when the scaler is first set up.
  • Page 22: Input Configuration

    For example, the menu will change from the Input Configuration menu or submenus to the Output Configuration main menu. To return to the default screens, let the DVS 406 time-out for 10 seconds, or press the Menu button until the Exit Menu menu appears, then press the Next button.
  • Page 23: Input Video Type #1

    RGBHV Sync formats Polarity combinations • RGBHV (default) • H-/V- (default) • RGBS • H-/V+ • RGsB ) knob while in this submenu to select one of the DVS 406 • Installation and Operation NEXT • H+/V- • H+/V+ 2-11...
  • Page 24: Output Sync (Rgb Format)

    Installation and Operation, cont’d matches the output rate of the DVS 406’s scaler to the frame rate of input 1. Select this feature if you will be using motion video sources with a display that is capable of a variety of refresh rates.
  • Page 25: Audio Level

    NEXT Start Audio switching effects • Start (default) • Middle • End • Fade ) or vertical Adjust ( ) knob, select the ) or vertical Adjust ( ) knob to select the DVS 406 • Installation and Operation 2-13...
  • Page 26: Save (Save) Memory Presets

    For example, if only presets 1 and 3 are available, the sequential looping of the presets as the input button is repeatedly pressed, will be: preset 1, preset 3, preset 1, preset 3, and so forth. 2-14 DVS 406 • Installation and Operation IN #4 SAVE as IN #4 Clear...
  • Page 27: Advanced Configuration

    *Adjust knobs do not affect NEXT this submenu. ) or vertical Adjust ( ) knob, select either ) or vertical Adjust ( ) knob, select either ) knob to set the number of DVS 406 • Installation and Operation 2-15...
  • Page 28: Rgb Delay (Triple-Action Switching)

    Installation and Operation, cont’d RGB delay (Triple-Action Switching) With Triple-Action Switching, the DVS 406 switches to the new sync signal before switching RGB (video) signals. That allows the display device to adjust to the new sync timing after a brief delay (during which the display is blanked) before displaying the new picture, which will appear without glitches.
  • Page 29: 2:2 Pulldown Detection (Pal Film Mode Detect)

    Extron Audio DVS 406 Configuration MENU MENU Memory Input Presets Configuration MENU MENU Output Advanced Configuration Configuration MENU MENU ) or vertical Adjust knob ( ) to select a DVS 406 • Installation and Operation Exit NEXT Menu MENU 2-17...
  • Page 30: Front Panel Security Lockout

    The DVS 406’s front panel and the IR 901 are both affected by the lock mode. When the lock mode is active, all functions and adjustments can still be made through RS-232 control.
  • Page 31: Ir 901 Infrared Remote Control

    Next buttons. Unless front panel lock mode is enabled, adjustments can be made from the IR 901, but you must use the DVS 406’s front panel or the Windows-based control program (via an RS-232 device) to configure and program the scaler. See chapter three, “Serial Communication”, for details.
  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This section gives recommendations on what to do if you have problems operating the DVS 406, and it provides examples and descriptions for some image problems you might encounter. The following are some tips to help you in troubleshooting.
  • Page 33 The image is too soft. The detail/sharp- ness level needs to be changed. DVS 406 • Installation and Operation Solution Switch to input 2–6. Input 1 is pass-through only. Turn off sync on green. Change the detail/sharpness.
  • Page 34 Installation and Operation, cont’d 2-22 DVS 406 • Installation and Operation...
  • Page 35: Chapter 3 • Serial Communication

    DVS 406 Chapter Three Serial Communication RS-232 Programmer’s Guide Control Software for Windows...
  • Page 36: Rs-232 Programmer's Guide

    When the scaler receives a valid SIS command, it executes the command and sends a response to the host device. If the DVS 406 is unable to execute the command because the command is invalid or it contains invalid parameters, it returns an error response to the host.
  • Page 37: Using The Command/Response Tables

    3 = 60 Hz 4 = 75 Hz 5 = AFL* (50 Hz for PAL or 59.94 Hz for NTSC) 6 = True rate (72 Hz for NTSC or 100 Hz for PAL) 7 = not applicable ™ DVS 406 • Serial Communication...
  • Page 38: Command/Response Table For Sis Commands

    View video/audio mute status Video configuration Set video signal type Example: 2*4\ View the video signal type Example: Color Set a specific color value Example: Increment DVS 406 • Serial Communication (scaler to host) Cxx3 & Tke0 Tke1 Tke2 Rpre Spre Aud= Aud=+9.0 Aud= Aud=-8.0...
  • Page 39 Specify the vertical position. Shift up. Shift down. Show the vertical position. Hsz + Widen the picture. Hsz - Make the picture narrower. Vsz + Make the picture taller. Vsz - Make the picture shorter. DVS 406 • Serial Communication (Continued)
  • Page 40 Query firmware version number Request part number Request general info. Zap (reset to default settings) Zap audio levels to 0dB Zap image adjustments/controls Zap all DVS 406 settings/memories DVS 406 • Serial Communication (scaler to host) Frz1 Frz0 Frz0 Exe0...
  • Page 41: Command/Response Table For Special Function Sis Commands

    Syn1 Pol1 Blu1 Key1 Fil1 Enh1 Flm0 DVS 406 • Serial Communication is the values and additional descriptions 0 = 0.0 seconds (default), 1 = 0.5 seconds, 2 = 1.0 seconds, ... in ½ second steps up to 10 = 5.0 seconds Example: 3.5 second RGB delay...
  • Page 42: Control Software For Windows

    Follow the instructions that appear on the screen. By default the installation creates a C:\DVS 406 directory, and it places two icons (DVS 406 Control Pgm and DVS 406 Help) into a group or folder named “Extron Electronics”. Using the control program Many items found in the DVS 406 Control Program are also accessible via front panel controls and the LCD menus described in chapter two.
  • Page 43: Using The Help Program

    Help menu from within the DVS 406 Control Program, or double-click on the DVS 406 Help icon in the Extron Electronics group or folder. For explanations of buttons or functions, click on the tabs in the help screen to reach the desired screen.
  • Page 44 Serial Communication, cont’d 3-10 DVS 406 • Serial Communication...
  • Page 45: Appendix A • Appendix

    DVS 406 Appendix Appendix Specifications Part Numbers and Accessories Firmware Upgrade Installation Audio Card Installation Serial Digital Interface (SDI) Card Installation...
  • Page 46: Specifications

    Output type ... RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB Standards ... NTSC 3.58, NTSC 4.43, PAL, SECAM Input level ... 0.0 V to 1.0 Vp-p Output level ... 0.0 V to 7.0 Vp-p or TTL (5.0 Vp-p), unterminated DVS 406 • Appendix 1,3,4,5,6 1,3,4,5,6 1,3,4,5,6...
  • Page 47: Audio Input

    Temperature/humidity ... Storage: -40 to +158 °F (-40 to +70 °C) / 10% to 90%, noncondensing Operating: +32 to +122 °F (0 to +50 °C) / 10% to 90%, noncondensing Rack mount ... Yes, with included brackets Enclosure type ... Metal ® ™ DVS 406 • Appendix...
  • Page 48: Part Numbers And Accessories

    All nominal levels are at ±10% Specifications are subject to change without notice. Part Numbers and Accessories Included parts These items are included in each order for a DVS 406 scaler: Included parts DVS 406/406 A/406 D/406 AD (1) Rubber feet (self-adhesive) (4)
  • Page 49: Firmware Upgrade Installation

    Extron factory. Follow these steps to replace firmware in the DVS 406. Disconnect the AC power cord from the DVS 406 to remove power from the unit. Next, remove the input/output cables. To prevent electric shock, always unplug the DVS 406 scaler from the AC power source before opening the enclosure.
  • Page 50 Gently, but firmly, press the chip into place in the socket. Replace the top cover on the DVS 406 scaler, and fasten it with the screws that were removed in step 3. Rack/furniture mount the scaler, connect the input/output cables, and reconnect the AC power cord.
  • Page 51: Audio Card Installation

    Follow these steps to install an audio card in the DVS 406. Disconnect the AC power cord from the DVS 406 to remove power from the unit. Next, remove the input/output cables. To prevent electric shock, always unplug the DVS 406 scaler from the AC power source before opening the enclosure.
  • Page 52 Insert the four installation screws through the audio card’s mounting holes and gently tighten them into the standoffs. Replace the top cover on the DVS 406 scaler, and fasten it with the screws that were removed in step 3. Rack/furniture mount the scaler, connect the input/output cables, then reconnect the AC power cord.
  • Page 53: Serial Digital Interface (Sdi) Card Installation

    Follow these steps to install an SDI card in the DVS 406. Disconnect the AC power cord from the DVS 406 to remove power from the unit. Then disconnect the input/outut cables. To prevent electric shock, always unplug the DVS 406 scaler from the AC power source before opening the enclosure.
  • Page 54 Install the SDI connector’s hex nut and keep the SDI card from twisting as the nut is tightened. Replace the top cover on the DVS 406 scaler, and fasten it with the screws that were removed in step 3. Rack/furniture mount the scaler, connect the input/output cables, and reconnect the AC power cord.
  • Page 55 Note: 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.
  • Page 56 Extron Electronics, USA 1230 South Lewis Street Anaheim, CA 92805 714.491.1500 www.extron.com Fax 714.491.1517 © 2005 Extron Electronics. All rights reserved. Extron Electronics, Europe Extron Electronics, Asia Beeldschermweg 6C 135 Joo Seng Road, #04-01 3821 AH Amersfoort PM Industrial Building The Netherlands Singapore 368363 +31.33.453.4040...

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