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Page 1: User Guide
CS-1 and CS-2 Professional Video Processors USER GUIDE Version 2.0 MANL-0882-02... -
Page 2: Warning And Safety Information
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. IMPORTANT NOTICE (For U.S.Model) The serial number for this equipment is located on the bottom of the unit. Please write this serial number on your enclosed warranty card and keep it in a secure area. -
Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
CenterStage IMPORTANT The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage ” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Warning and Safety Information ..........2 Statement of Compliance . -
Page 5: Statement Of Compliance
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Page 6: Statement Of Warranty
Repair or replacement under the terms of this warranty do not extend the terms of this warranty. This warranty can not be modified by an agent of FOCUS Enhancements, Inc. unless in written and signed by an officer of FOCUS Enhancements, Inc. -
Page 7: Introduction &Setup
The purpose of this User Guide is to describe the various capabilities, specifications and other information about your CenterStage unit. For additional information or technical support, please contact your FOCUS Enhancements distributor or dealer. If you are in the US or Canada, you can contact FOCUS Enhancements directly at:... -
Page 8: Front Panel
FRONT PANEL 1. POWER This button powers the CenterStage unit ON and OFF. The On/Off power switch on the rear panel of CenterStage must be in the ON position for the front panel power switch to work. 2. INFRARED REMOTE SENSOR Sensor for CenterStage’s infrared remote control unit. -
Page 9: Rear Panel
CenterStage REAR PANEL 1. CONTROL Standard 9-pin RS-232 port. For connection of external control equipment and CenterStage remote software (CSR). See page 21 for more details. 2. DVI OUT DVI (Digital Visual Interface) digital high resolution output. See page 28 for more details. 3. -
Page 10: Remote Control
REMOTE CONTROL PAGE 10 1. POWER CenterStage ON/OFF Button. 2. ON SCREEN DISPLAY CONTROL This bank of buttons features control for the CenterStage On Screen Display (OSD). Pressing MENU launches the OSD, EXIT will exit the particular menu item or the OSD itself, SELECT is used to choose various options in the menus and the arrow keys are used for navigation. -
Page 11: Typical Configuration
CenterStage TYPICAL CONFIGURATION PAGE 11... -
Page 12: Setting Up Centerstage
CONFIGURATION from the previous page and identify which input sources as well as which output displays you intend to use with your CenterStage video processor. You may need to consult your input and display device manuals for precise specifications. Make sure you have these available before attempting to connect anything. - Page 13 2 x Interlaced 4- pin mini DIN S-Video * Your DVI input device may feature HDCP copy protection. The CenterStage CS-1 features optional HDCP compatibility while it is standard on CenterStage CS-2. For more information, see page 28 of this User Guide.
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Page 14: Connecting To Display Devices
This is due to the fact that output settings are global and settings for one display may not match that of another. The two outputs available on CenterStage are: CenterStage CS-1 and CS-2 Output... -
Page 15: Selecting An Input Source
It is also possible to select an input directly using the CenterStage remote control unit (It is not necessary to press SELECT on the remote). These will display on the top line of the CenterStage LCD display. Available inputs for CenterStage CS-1 and CS-2 are: INPUT NAME COMPOSITE A... -
Page 16: Selecting An Output Resolution
If SELECT is not pressed, the CenterStage will revert to the previous selection. These will display on the bottom line of the CenterStage LCD display. The factory set of available output resolutions for CenterStage CS-1 and CS-2 are: NOTE: You can customize, rename, add or delete resolutions using the CenterStage Remote Software (see page 24 for more information). -
Page 17: The Main Men
CenterStage THE MAIN MENU It is possible to change picture settings, output selections, picture size and position, input selections as well as other settings using the CenterStage Main Menu. The Main Menu appears on the CenterStage On Screen Display (OSD). To activate the Main Menu, you must have CenterStage connected to an appropriate display device and it is also a good idea to use a setup DVD such as Video Essentials - Optimizing Your Audio/Video System or the AVIA Guide to Home Theater. -
Page 18: Picture Settings Menu
Picture Settings Menu In the PICTURE SETTINGS menu, it is possible to change input source: BRIGHTNESS: Values are adjustable between –50 and +50. CONTRAST: Values are adjustable between –50 and +50. SHARPNESS: Value is adjustable between –50 and +50. SATURATION: Also known as Color Saturation. Values are adjustable between –50 and +50. HUE: Value is adjustable between –50 and +50. -
Page 19: Output Selection Menu
CenterStage Output Selection Menu In the OUTPUT SELECTIONS menu, it is possible to change variables relating to the output of CenterStage. The OUTPUT SELECTIONS menu items are: RESOLUTION: Identifies the current output resolution. OUTPUT ASPECT: Allows selection of either 4:3, 4:3 AL (Anamorphic lens) or 16:9 output aspect ratio for the selected resolution. -
Page 20: Input Selections Menu
Input Selections Menu In the INPUT SELECTION menu, it is possible to change the following: INPUT SELECT: Allows selection of a particular input. Changes made only affect the currently selected input. INPUT ASPECT: Allows selection of different input aspect ratios. Choices include 4:3, 16:9, 4:3 LB (Letterbox) and 16:9 LB (Letterbox). -
Page 21: Control And Remote
NOTE: Your CenterStage unit was shipped from the factory with the latest version of software at the time of manufacture. Check the FOCUS Enhancements website regularly for available updates. It is possible to update the CenterStage system software using the CSR Remote application. In order to update the system software, you must have a computer with Windows 95/98/Me/NT/2000 and an available serial port. - Page 22 CenterStage If you have not done so already, install the CSR application on you computer. It can be downloaded from: http://www. focusinfo. com/products/centerstage/centerstage. htm To install, simply unzip the downloaded file, locate “setup.exe” and click on it to begin the install procedure.
- Page 23 CenterStage To start the CenterStage software update, select CenterStage -> Download Software from the pull-down menu. You will need to select either COM 1 or COM 2. You will also need to know WARNING: UPGRADING SYSTEM SOFTWARE WILL ERASE ALL RESOLUTIONS AND SETTINGS IN CENTERSTAGE.
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Page 24: Controlling Centerstage Using The Centerstage Remote Software
Controlling CenterStage Using the CenterStage Remote Software It is possible to control CenterStage using the Center Stage Remote software. This is available for free download from the FOCUS Enhancements Support website at: http://www. focusinfo. com/products/centerstage/centerstage. htm For installation information, see the previous section titled “Updating System Software”. - Page 25 CenterStage Once connected it is possible to change the following: INPUT ASPECT RATIO: Select between Video Mode 4:3, Video Mode 16:9, Letterbox 4:3 and Letterbox 16:9 input aspect ratios. These settings are unique for each individual input. OUTPUT MODE: Displays the current output resolution. Allows selection of any of the available outputs.
- Page 26 CenterStage OUTPUT ASPECT: Selects the output aspect ratio to either 4:3, 16:9 or 4:3 AL (anamorphic lens). PICTURE ADJUST: Allows adjustment of Input Brightness, Contrast, Sharpness, Saturation, Hue, Output Size and Position (horizontal and vertical) and Input Position (horizontal and vertical). It is possible to make custom settings for each individual input.
- Page 27 The Resolution Menu features the following functions: CREATE RESOLUTION: Allows you to create custom resolutions. WARNING: CUSTOM RESOLUTIONS ARE NOT SUPPORTED BY THE FOCUS’ ENHANCEMENTS TECHNICAL SUPPORT GROUP. IT IS ADVISED THAT YOU HAVE A SOUND TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO CREATE YOUR OWN RESOLUTIONS. In this window, it is possible to set: 1.
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Page 28: About Dvi And Hdcp
High-definition set-top boxes are expected to be HDCP enabled to protect high-definition movies and pay-per-view programming. DVI with HDCP is standard on CenterStage CS-2, and optional on CenterStage CS-1, so both are fully compatible with any HDTV installation. -
Page 29: Technical Specifications
100-240 VAC, Auto-ranging 50 to 60Hz HD15 to BNC cable, rack mount brackets and screws (CS1 only, standard feature on CS2) Two years CS-1 Tabletop w/ feet 17" x 9" x 4", 9. 5 lbs 430mm x 229mm x 102mm, 4. 3kg CS-2 Rackmount 19"... -
Page 30: Appendix A:rs-232 Control Protocol
CenterStage operation. If you have any questions about control, consult your dealer or distributor or contact Focus Enhancements, Inc. directly. It is possible for CenterStage to be controlled by RS-232 control codes for compatibility with several Home Theater control systems. - Page 31 CenterStage Relative Write Commands: When a Relative Write Command is written to CenterStage and the command is recognized as valid, the Data Bytes will be used to adjust the setting of the selected function. The Data Bytes will be treated as a signed byte. For example, an “FF” (-1), will lessen the setting by one, and a “05”...
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Page 32: Appendix B:input Aspect Ratio To Output Aspect Ratio Primer
CenterStage APPENDIX B Input Aspect Ratio to Output Aspect Ratio Primer WHAT INPUT ASPECT RATIO SETTINGS DO (4:3 Mode) If you are playing a DVD, and the DVD player is in “Normal TV” mode, a circle will appear as a circle on a standard TV. -
Page 33: Notes
CenterStage NOTES: PAGE 33... - Page 34 FOCUS Enhancements, Inc. 1370 Dell Ave. Campbell, CA. 95008 USA Telephone: 408 866-8300 Fax:408 866-4859 www.FOCUSinfo.com...
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