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  • Page 1 600 Research Drive Wilmington, MA 01887 Tech support (978) 988-5505 www.focusinfo.com HyperConverter 1024 HyperConverter 1280 User's Manual HyperConverter User’s Manual 0006-5000-503...
  • Page 2 HyperConverter User’s Manual 0006-5000-503...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1.0 INTRODUCTION... 4 1.1 T YPER ONVERTER AMILY 1.2 O PERATIONAL PECIFICATIONS 1.3 P RODUCT RDERING PTIONS 2.0 INSTALLATION ... 14 2.1 IBM PC B ... 14 OARD ERSION 2.2 IBM PC D ... 16 ESKTOP ERSION 2.3 MAC D ...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    1.0 Introduction The Focus Enhancements HyperConverter product family is a series of products that produce standard, recordable NTSC or PAL base band video from High-Resolution Computer Graphics devices. All members of the product family are built using a common approach and basic technology. Specialized versions are provided for specific forms of input Computer Graphics devices (i.e.
  • Page 5 (640 x 480, EGA, Text and 320 x 200 modes, all 800 x 600 modes from 56 - 76 Hz Vertical Non-Interlaced, all 1024 x 768 modes from 60 - 76 Hz and all 1280 x 1024 modes from 60 - 76 Hz Vertical Non-Interlaced.
  • Page 6 In the Macintosh family, The HyperConverter supports 640 x 480, 66.7 Vertical Non-Interlaced mode (Applecolor High-Resolution RGB Monitor, often referred to as the 13" display) and the 1024 x 768, 66.7 Hz Vertical Non-Interlaced mode (AppleVideo RGB Monitor, often referred to as the 21"...

  • Page 7: Operational Specifications

    66.7 Hz. 1024 x 768 60 Hz. All workstation modes in the range of 640 x 480 to 1280 x 1024 THE HYPERCONVERTER DOES NOT SUPPORT INTERLACED INPUT BY ITSELF. THIS INCLUDES RGB FORMS OF TELEVISION FREQUENCY VIDEO AND HIGH RESOLUTION INTERLACED COMPUTER GRAPHICS (SUCH AS IBM 8514 1024 X 768 GRAPHICS MODES.
  • Page 8 1.2.3 Output Resolutions NTSC 484 displayed lines vertically Underscan/Overscan Switch selectable 576 displayed lines Underscan/Overscan Switch selectable 1.2.4 Flicker Reduction Filter A Flicker Reduction Filter is a standard feature of all models of the HyperConverter. The Flicker Filter may be engaged or disengaged by switch selection. 1.2.5 HyperConverter Connectors 1.2.5.1 HyperConverter Connectors (Desktop and Board) (with reference to HyperConverter)
  • Page 9 1.2.6 Power Consumption Board Unit: +12 V. 1.4 A. Desktop Unit: 120 V. 0.25 A. 240 V. 0.15 A. Rackmount Unit 120 V. 0.25 A. 240 V. 0.25 A. HyperConverter User’s Manual 0006-5000-503...
  • Page 10 1.2.7 Physical Size Board Unit: Standard IBM AT card size (13.25" x 4.5"), 8 bit or 16 bit bus slot compatible Desktop Unit: 13.875" X 5.625" X 1.875" Rackmount Unit: 19.0" X 11.0" X 1.75" 1.2.8 Environmental Board Unit: Operating Temperature: Storage Temperature: Humidity: Desktop and Rackmount Units:...

  • Page 11: Product Ordering Options

    Y = P PAL (or) Y = U Universal (NTSC and PAL) X Designates package: X = B Board (or) X = D Desktop (or) X = R Rackmount NNNN Designates maximum resolution: NNNN = 1280 (or) NNNN = 1024...
  • Page 12 1.3.2 Available Cables for the HyperConverter The following list details the available accessory cables that connect the HyperConverter to various types of computers and workstations and enable the special features of component output and GenLock. Cables are provided for 5 basic computer platforms (PC,MAC, Sun, SGI and Generic Workstation;...
  • Page 13 HyperConverter Universal Power Supply 1.3.4 Upgrades Focus Enhancements enables customers to upgrade to higher level of HyperConverter for the purchase price difference within one year of the date of sale. The following upgrades are available: Universal HyperConverter Upgrade - converts a PAL or NTSC HyperConverter of any type to Universal (switch-selectable PAL or NTSC) output.

  • Page 14: Installation

    2.0 Installation Installation of all HyperConverter products is a simple and quick procedure, but is slightly different for each of the following versions. 2.1 IBM PC Board Version Board units are intended for use with IBM PC compatible (ISA) or EISA bus computers only. Follow these steps to install your board level HyperConverter.
  • Page 15 NTSC/PAL Figure 1: I/O Bracket Diagram HyperConverter User’s Manual 0006-5000-503 S-Video Computer Switch Input Access...

  • Page 16: Ibm Pc Desktop Version

    2.2 IBM PC Desktop Version All HyperConverter Desktop Units will work with IBM PC family computers. Units ordered as PC versions are shipped with a PC cable (HyperCable-PC, 0001-2000-301). A separate Macintosh or Workstation cable may be ordered later. Follow these steps to install your Desktop HyperConverter for IBM systems. If you intend to use the HyperConverter with GenLock or component output please see Appendix C (Gen-Lock operation) and Appendix D (Component output) for further information on these specialty items.

  • Page 17: Mac Desktop Version

    2.3 MAC Desktop Version Since the physical implementation of the HyperConverter is an ISA compatible board for all versions, no board level Macintosh product exists. All HyperConverter Desktop Units will work with MAC family computers. Units ordered as MAC versions are shipped with a Mac-compatible cable (HyperCable-MAC, 0003-2000-104).
  • Page 18 HyperConverter User’s Manual 0006-5000-503...
  • Page 19 C o n n e c t to C o m p u te r G ra p h ic s D e v ic e ( V G A ) C o m p u te r HyperConverter User’s Manual 0006-5000-503 C o n n e c t to H y p e rC o n v e rte r C o n n e c t to C o m p u te r H y p e r...
  • Page 20 Figure 2: Cable Connection Diagram HyperConverter User’s Manual 0006-5000-503...

  • Page 21: Sun Desktop Version

    2.4 Sun Desktop Version Since the physical implementation of the HyperConverter is an ISA compatible board for all versions, no board level Sun product exists. All HyperConverter Desktop Units (with appropriate input resolution capability) will work with Sun family computers. Units ordered as Sun versions are shipped with a Sun-compatible cable (HyperCable-SUN, 0006-2000-103).

  • Page 22: Sgi Desktop Version

    2.5 SGI Desktop Version Since the physical implementation of the HyperConverter is an ISA compatible board for all versions, no board level SGI product exists. All HyperConverter Desktop Units (with appropriate input resolution capability) will work with SGI family computers. Units ordered as SGI versions are shipped with a SGI-compatible cable (HyperCable-SGI, 0013-2000-101).

  • Page 23: Workstation Desktop Version

    2.6 Workstation Desktop Version Since the physical implementation of the HyperConverter is an ISA compatible board for all versions, no board level workstation product exists. The Workstation Desktop version is designed to work with all workstations that use BNC connectors to provide RGB signals to High Resolution Monitors. Since there are a wide variety of synchronization types and levels, the HyperConverter's flexible design enables the user to adjust the HyperConverter to various synchronization signals by configuration of the HyperCable-BNC.
  • Page 24 Depending on the type of computer that you are using, and whether you are passing the computer graphics signal through to a computer monitor, the connection procedure will be slightly different: Connect the Red, Green and Blue video signals of the workstation and High Resolution Monitor to the HyperCable-BNC's Red, Green and Blue connectors.

  • Page 25: Hyperconverter-1280R Rackmount Installation

    HyperConverter-1280R Rackmount installation The Rackmount HyperConverter-1280 is intended for use in the permanently mounted situation of the 19 inch rack. The Rackmount HyperConverter incorporates an ISA board model HyperConverter as its integral component. There is an additional signal conditioning board in the Rackmount HyperConverter that requires slightly different treatment in installation than does the desktop version of the HyperConverter.
  • Page 26 Follow these steps to install your HyperConverter for the indicated computers. If you intend to use the Rackmount HyperConverter with GenLock or component output, please see Appendix C (Gen-Lock operation) and Appendix D (Component output) for further information on these specialty items. 2.7.1 Rackmount HyperConverter Installation for PCs Turn the workstation off.
  • Page 27 Turn the HyperConverter On. Turn the Computer and Output Video Systems On. If everything is correctly installed, you will see your computer's normal power up sequence appearing on both the Computer Display and the Video Device (if the Video Device has a visible display). 2.7.2 Rackmount HyperConverter Installation for MACs Turn the workstation off.
  • Page 28 Turn the HyperConverter On. Turn the Computer and Output Video Systems On. If everything is correctly installed, you will see your computer's normal power up sequence appearing on both the Computer Display and the Video Device (if the Video Device has a visible display). 2.7.3 Rackmount HyperConverter Installation for Sun Workstations Turn the workstation off.
  • Page 29 Turn the HyperConverter On. Turn the Computer and Output Video Systems On. If everything is correctly installed, you will see your computer's normal power up sequence appearing on both the Computer Display and the Video Device (if the Video Device has a visible display). 2.7.4 Rackmount HyperConverter Installation for SGI Workstations Turn the workstation off.
  • Page 30 Turn the Computer and Output Video Systems On. If everything is correctly installed, you will see your computer's normal power up sequence appearing on both the Computer Display and the Video Device (if the Video Device has a visible display). 2.7.4 Rackmount HyperConverter Installation for Other Workstations Turn the workstation off.
  • Page 31 If pass through of the Computer Graphics signal to a Computer Graphics Monitor is NOT required, set the "75 OHM IN" switch to the 75 OHM IN position (Up). DO NOT USE the Unterminate switch accessible from the front panel. Make sure that this switch is always in the "Terminate" (Up) position. If pass through of the Computer Graphics signal to a Computer Graphics Monitor is required, set the "75 OHM IN"...
  • Page 32 I n p u t P o w e r R S 2 3 2 R S 4 2 2 HyperConverter User’s Manual 0006-5000-503 7 5 O h m C o m p o n e n t O u t p u t R GB H V H o u s e S y n c...
  • Page 33 Figure 3: Rackmount Version Backplate HyperConverter User’s Manual 0006-5000-503...

  • Page 34: Switch Settings And Adjustments

    3.0 Switch Settings and Adjustments There are several switch settings that are available on the HyperConverter. Functions that require instant access are available from the outside of all version of the HyperConverter. The board version's switches are accessible through the PC backplate. The desktop model's switches may be accessed through the back end of the metal enclosure.
  • Page 35 3.1.3 Freeze Frame This switch freezes the output video of the HyperConverter. Set this switch to "On" to freeze the picture. 3.1.4 Sharpness (Flicker Reduction Filter) This switch selects the operation of the Flicker Reduction Filter. Set this switch to "On" to disable the Flicker Reduction Filter.
  • Page 36 R S 2 3 2 / N T S C /P A L R S 4 2 2 O u tp u t Figure 4: Desktop Version Backplate HyperConverter User’s Manual 0006-5000-503 S -V i d e o O u tp u t H y p e rC o n v e rte r In p u t P o w e r...

  • Page 37: Card Edge Adjustments

    Some are also accessible through the side of a Desktop model HyperConverter. Some of these adjustments (indicated below) should only be modified with professional test equipment. Other adjustments (also indicated below) should be made ONLY by Focus Enhancements service personnel.
  • Page 38 3.2.13 Luminance Black Reference VR500 Not accessible to Desktop Model or Rackmount Users without removal of the cover. This control adjusts the HyperConverter's internal Luminance Black Reference level. This adjustment should be made only by Focus Enhancements service personnel. HyperConverter User’s Manual 0006-5000-503...

  • Page 39: Internal Adjustments And Jumpers

    PC slots or by removing the top of Desktop HyperConverters. Some of these adjustments (indicated below) should only be modified with professional test equipment. Other adjustments (also indicated below) should be made ONLY by Focus Enhancements service personnel. 3.3.1 17.734476 MHz. Crystal Adjustment VC40 This control adjusts the frequency of the 17.734476 MHz Crystal.
  • Page 40 3.3.4 Gamma Correction Jumpers JP5, JP6, JP7 These jumpers determine whether the HyperConverter will compensate for monitor Non-Linearities by applying a Gamma Correction Factor. For Linear HyperConverter output (No Gamma Correction) Pin 2 should be connected to Pin 3 on all three of these jumpers. (This is the factory default position). For a Gamma Correction Factor of 2.4, Pin 1 should be connected to Pin 2 on all three of these jumpers.
  • Page 41 3.3.14 PAL Color Balance VR505 This potentiometer adjusts the null point of the internal V signal for PAL only. This adjustment should be made only by Focus Enhancements service personnel. 3.3.15 Encoder Y Level VR273 This potentiometer adjusts the Luminance Gain for Composite Video Output. This adjustment should be made only by Focus Enhancements service personnel.
  • Page 42 Focus Enhancements service personnel. 3.3.19 Burst Position VR270 This potentiometer positions the color burst in reference to the trailing edge of Horizontal Sync.. This adjustment should be made only by Focus Enhancements service personnel. HyperConverter User’s Manual 0006-5000-503 VR21...
  • Page 43 Figure 5: Adjustments and Jumpers HyperConverter User’s Manual 0006-5000-503...

  • Page 44: Hyperformance Utility Software

    4.0 Hyperformance Utility Software All IBM PC versions of HyperConverter models come with the Hyperformance Test Software. A Macintosh version is currently being developed. This software is not necessary for the operation of the HyperConverter, but is useful in the testing and evaluation of the HyperConverter and the graphics devices that you intend to record to video.
  • Page 45 5 16 color VESA 800x600 (Mode 102h) 6 256 color VESA 800x600 (Mode 103h) 7 16 color VESA 1024x768 (Mode 104h) 8 256 color VESA 1280 x 1024 (Mode 107H) HyperConverter User’s Manual 0006-5000-503 I Images C Change Menu Color...
  • Page 46 Pattern. I Displays a 16 or 256 color picture (the full picture is seen only in the 1024 x 768 mode; smaller resolutions display the upper left hand corner of the picture). A Displays a 16 or 256 grey shades ramp.
  • Page 47 4.1.4 Hyperformance Utility Software Error Messages 4.1.4.1 Not a Legal Command in TEXT MODE The Page of Text is the only Image that can be displayed in Text mode. This error message will be displayed if you try to display any of the other Images in Text mode. 4.1.4.2 Picture8.PCX Not Found! Picture8.PCX contains the Picture displayed in the 256 color modes.

  • Page 48: Troubleshooting

    Computer Graphics device in use, there are a number of things that may be done. The IBM 8514 and original XGA both use a 44 Hz. Interlaced video format in their 1024 x 768 modes; at 640 x 480 they both use VGA compatible 60 Hz. Non-Interlaced output. Therefore, if you are using a HyperConverter with an IBM XGA or 8514, you should not use 1024 x 768 output modes.
  • Page 49 5.0.3 "Scrambled" NTSC Output If the NTSC/PAL output appears scrambled, the likely cause of the problem is the improper connection of the Hyper-Cable. Ensure that the HyperConverter and Computer ends of the HyperCable are plugged into the proper device. 5.0.4 "Dim" NTSC or S-Video Output If you are using the HyperConverter with a VGA monitor and the NTSC/PAL output appears dim, check the position of the Un-Terminate Switch (see Section 3.1.2).

  • Page 50: Appendix A - Statement Of Warranty

    All products found to be defective will be repaired or replaced at Focus Enhancements's option, upon examination of the defective unit. The customer will bear shipping charges of the defective unit to Focus Enhancements.

  • Page 51: Appendix B - Hyperformance Utility Software License

    Appendix B - Hyperformance Utility Software License Focus Enhancements Corporation grants the user a 99 year license to use and reproduce the Hyperformance Utility Software. No restrictions in copying or using the software or its reproduced images are implied except that any video taped reproduction of any image developed or displayed by the Hyperformance Utility Software must be reproduced using a Focus Enhancements HyperConverter.

  • Page 52: Appendix C - Genlock

    Appendix C - GenLock All versions of the HyperConverter can Gen-Lock to a black burst, active video or TTL level external reference signal. Our usage of the word GenLock is the usage understood by professional Television Engineers. The HyperConverter will lock Vertically, Horizontally and in color phase to the external reference signal.

  • Page 53: Appendix D - Component Output

    Appendix D - Component output All versions of the HyperConverter support several forms of component output. The HyperConverter can be configured for Betacam, M2, and RGB (with or without 7.5 IRE units of video setup). In addition, component output synchronization may be provide as a separate, composite sync signal (4 wire) or as composite sync signal on the green output (3 wire).

  • Page 54: Appendix E - Fcc Compliance Statement

    Appendix E - FCC Compliance Statement Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B Digital Device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. There limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against interference if installed and operated properly in a commercial environment.

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