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(graphics and video), such as LED, LCD, DLP and Plasma monitors (and projectors) with support for 1080p60. Using a very high quality scaling engine, the HDP3 will automatically size 4:3 or 16:9 inputs to many DVI-D monitors. For appropriate monitor configurations, scaling is automatically 1 to 1—for example, displaying 1920x1080 video on a WUXGA (1920x1200) monitor.
(within the DVI or HDMI link) to communicate with the monitor, and then adjust the HDP3’s internal scaling engine to scale the input video to the native resolution of the monitor. However, due to the hundreds of variations of DVI formats currently in use, proper operation with all monitors cannot be guaranteed.
Video Scaling The HDP3 will scale the input video to the best fit for a given monitor and video input. In cases where the input video and the monitor are already the same or similar, the HDP3 automatically turns off scaling. For example, a 1920 x1080 video and a 1920 x1200 monitor will not be scaled.
4 x 3 Video NOTE: The HDP3 also properly supports 16:10 and 5:4 monitors. If the HDP3 scaling is set to 1:1 via the control panel, the input raster will be displayed unscaled. This means that input rasters smaller than the monitor appear as a “floating”...
Frame Rates When the HDP3 is manually configured for a particular output frame rate, the output will run in lock-step with the video input. For best results, (without any added or dropped frames), select an output frame rate that matches the incoming video frame rate.
In most cases, manual configuration is not necessary. Advanced Mini-Config control supports color space and bit depth adjustments, and audio channel selection. Configuration set via Mini-Config is stored in the HDP3 unit through subsequent power cycles. Installation Typically, HDP3 installation consists of the following steps: 1.
Chapter 2 – Operation USB Control and Setup—Using AJA Mini-Config Your AJA Mini-Converter can be used right out of the box for some applications since it is designed to recognize inputs and perform standard actions automatically by default. However, to use its full capability, you must use AJA’s Mini-Config software application for PCs and Macs.
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Answer the questions in the subsequent dialogs. When finished, an AJA Mini-Config shortcut will be installed on the desktop, and you will be able to locate the Mini-Config application in the AJA folder in the Programs listing. NOTE: If the Mini-Config application already exists on the PC, a different Setup Wizard appears.
PC Startup To run Mini-Config on a PC, double-click on the AJA Mini-Config icon on your desktop, or open the AJA folder in the program list and click on the AJA Mini- Config application located inside the Mini-Config folder. Mac Startup To run Mini-Config on a Mac, open the Applications folder and locate the AJA Mini-Config application.
Preset...). Revert to Factory Settings menu item similarly allows you to change the settings back to AJA’s factory defaults. Operating Mini-Config The Mini-Config application provides a graphic interface for viewing settings and updating software. It consists of an information area at the top that shows...
Converter type. When you Click on any of the tab buttons, the pane below the tabs will change to match your tab selection. Any changes you make are immediately applied and will be saved, overwriting previous settings. HDP3 Mini-Converter v1.0r1 www.aja.com...
Video Tab Screen The selections on this screen configure the output video. Selecting “Auto” allows the HDP3 to conform the output to best serve the attached monitor. This is handled automatically when the HDP3 reads the capabilities indicated by the attached monitor.
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Scaling Choose from: • Auto - The HDP3 chooses based on the attached output device’s capabilities. • 1:1 (no scaling) - 1:1 only works properly when it is possible to display the entire unscaled raster. For example, it is not possible to display a 1920 x 1080 input on a 1600 x 1200 monitor.
The selections on this screen configure the output audio. HDMI Channel Selects the audio channels to be used. Choose from: • Auto - The HDP3 automatically select the audio channels based on the attached device's capabilities. • 2 Channel • 8 Channel embedded audio.
This button initiates a software update operation loading the “Desired” version of firmware into the Mini-Converter’s non-volatile memory. Progress This indicator bar shows the progress of firmware installation. "Acquiring Mini-Config" on page 10 "Installing Mini-Config" on page 10 for more information. HDP3 Mini-Converter v1.0r1 www.aja.com...
Info Tab Screen This screen provides basic information about the Mini-Converter. This information is mostly useful when calling AJA Support for service or technical support. Name This field allows you to give your Mini-Converter a name. This can be useful if you have several Mini-Converters attached to a Mac/PC via USB so you can distinguish between them easily (especially if they’re the same model).
For more information about where you can drop off your waste for recycling, please contact your local authority, or where you purchased your product. HDP3 Mini-Converter v1.0r1 www.aja.com...
(VCCI-32: 2016). If this equipment is used in a domestic environment, radio interference may occur, in which case, the user may be required to take corrective actions. Translated Warning and Caution Messages The following caution statements, warning conventions, and warning messages apply to this product and manual. HDP3 Mini-Converter v1.0r1 www.aja.com...
Aviso! Não instale perto de nenhuma fonte de calor tal como radiadores, saídas de calor, fogões ou outros aparelhos (incluindo amplificadores) que produzam calor. Avviso! Non installare vicino a fonti di calore come termosifoni, diffusori di aria calda, stufe o altri apparecchi (amplificatori compresi) che emettono calore HDP3 Mini-Converter v1.0r1 www.aja.com...
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Aviso! Dado que a ficha principal é utilizada como a desconexão para o dispositivo, esta deve manter-se prontamente acessível e funcional. Avviso! Poiché il cavo di alimentazione viene usato come dispositivo di sconnessione, deve rimane prontamente accessibile e operabile. HDP3 Mini-Converter v1.0r1 www.aja.com...
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Aviso! Desconecte este dispositivo da tomada durante trovoadas ou quando não é utilizado durante longos períodos de tempo. Avviso! Utilizzare soltanto i collegamenti e gli accessori specificati e/o venduti dal produttore, quali il treppiedi e l'esoscheletro. HDP3 Mini-Converter v1.0r1 www.aja.com...
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Advertência! Não abra o chassi. Não há internamente nenhuma peça que permita manutenção pelo usuário. Abrir o chassi anula a garantia, a menos que a abertura seja realizada por uma central de serviços da AJA ou por um local autorizado. Avvertenza! Non aprire lo chassis. All’interno non ci sono parti riparabili dall’utente.
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Hersteller. ¡Advertencia! Utilice solamente los accesorios y conexiones especificados y/o vendidos por el fabricante. Aviso! Utilize apenas equipamentos/acessórios especificados e/ou vendidos pelo fabricante. Avviso! Utilizzare soltanto i collegamenti e gli accessori specificati e/o venduti dal produttore. HDP3 Mini-Converter v1.0r1 www.aja.com...
AJA Video, with shipping charges prepaid. AJA Video shall pay to return the product to Customer but only if to a location within the country in which the AJA Video service center is located.
No amendment to or modification of this warranty will be binding unless in writing and signed by AJA Video. The laws of the State of California, USA will govern this warranty and any dispute arising from it. Any translation of this...
Installation on Mac 11 Installation on PC 10 Operation 13 Screen Description 14 Startup on Mac 12 Startup on PC 12 Mini-Config Screen Info Tab Screen 19 Update Tab Screen 18 Mini-Converter Documentation 10 Monitor Compatibility 5 Monitors HDP3 Mini-Converter v1.0r1 www.aja.com...
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