Extron electronics DSC HD-3G A Setup Manual

DSC HD-3G A Scaler • Setup Guide
The Extron DSC HD-3G A is an HDMI to 3G-SDI scaler that converts HDMI signals to 3G-SDI, HD-SDI, and SD-SDI. It accepts
computer and SMPTE video resolutions up to 1920x1200 and 2K, and offers multiple output rates from 480i up to HDTV
1080p @ 60 Hz and 2K. The DSC HD-3G A features advanced Extron video signal processing with 1080i deinterlacing and Deep
Color processing for optimal image quality. Dual SDI outputs, stereo audio embedding, and genlock are also provided. This
setup guide provides step-by-step instructions for an experienced user to set up and configure a DSC HD-3G A. It covers how to
perform basic operations using the front panel controls and selected Simple Instruction Set
NOTE:
For full installation, configuration, menu, connector wiring, and operation details, see the DSC 3G-HD A and
DSC HD-3G A User Guide, available at www.extron.com.

Installation

Rear Panel Features

100-240V ~ .3A MAX
INPUT
AUDIO
L
R
50-60 Hz
A A
B B

Mounting and Cabling the DSC HD-3G A

Disconnect power — Turn off or disconnect all equipment power sources.
1.
Mount the unit: (Optional) Mount the DSC HD-3G A either in a rack using
2.
shelf mounting brackets (RSU 129 or RSB 129) or under furniture using
furniture mounting brackets (MBU 125) (see figures 1 and 2 at right). A false
half-rack faceplate can be fitted next to the DSC if desired.
Connect the input — Connect an HDMI video source to the HDMI input
3.
connector .
C
Connect analog audio input — (Optional) Connect analog audio from the
4.
source to the captive screw audio input connector
NOTE:
To embed audio from this input, set it up using the
display
(OSD) (see page 2) or
Connect the output — Connect one or two SDI display devices to the
5.
3G/HD/SD-SDI output connectors
analog or HDMI audio.
Connect a sync device — (Optional) Attach an external sync device
6.
to the input (right) Sync connector (
device to be synchronized by genlocking to the output (left) Sync
connector ( ).
D
Connect a control device — For remote control via SIS commands
7.
or the PCS Windows
RS-232 — For serial RS-232 control, connect a host computer or
z
control system to the 3-pole captive screw RS-232 connector
RS-232 protocol default values are 9600 baud, 1 stop bit, no
parity, 8 data bits, no flow control.
USB — Connect a host computer or control system to the front
z
panel mini USB port (
for configuration and control via Extron PCS software.
AC power connector — Connect the supplied US IEC power cord
8.
to this connector A
SYNC
HDMI GENLOCK
C C D D
SIS commands
for SDI output with optional embedded
E
D ). Connect any downstream
-based control software:
®
in the front panel illustration on page 2)
B
from a 110-220 V, 50-60 Hz AC, power source.
OUTPUT REMOTE
3G/HD/SD-SDI
RS-232
Tx Rx G
E E F F
Half-rack
false front panel
uses 2 front holes.
B .
on-screen
(see page 4).
F .
(SIS ) commands.
™ ™
AC power connector
A
B 5-pole captive screw audio input
connector
HDMI video input connector
C
D Genlock sync connectors
3G/HD/SD-SDI output connectors
E
3-pole RS-232 captive screw
F
connector
(2) 4-40 x 3/16" screws
Use 2 mounting holes on
D IG
D V
IT A C
L V opposite corners.
ID 5 0
E O 1 S
C O
D
N V
E R
TE
R
Rack Mounting
Figure 1.
#8 Screw
(4) Places
Each Side
MBU 125 Mounting Bracket
Under-furniture Mounting
Figure 2.
Mounting
Screws
(2) Places
Each Side
1