Focus MediaConverter User Manual

Focus MediaConverter User Manual

Focus mediaconverter media converter: user manual

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MANL-0934-01
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  • Page 1: User Manual

    User Manual MANL-0934-01...
  • Page 2: Welcome

    FOCUS Enhancements, Inc. warrants this product against defects in materials or workmanship as follows: For a period of two years from the date of purchase, FOCUS Enhancements will repair or replace the unit, at our option, without charge for parts or labor. After said warranty period you must pay all parts and labor charges.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Audio & Video In/Output Frontside (from left to right) ... 5 MediaConverter Rearview:... 6 Audio & Video In/Output Rearside (from left to right) ... 6 Menu Structure:... 6 Connecting the MediaConverter to a Windows PC ... 7 PAL – NTSC Version... 8 RS-232 Interface: ... 8 RS-422 Interface: ... 8 Supported TC Formats: ...
  • Page 4: Registering Your Mediaconverter

    About the User Manual The User Manual provides information needed to operate your FOCUS MediaConverter. This manual assumes that the reader is familiar with analog and digital Video/Audio signals and it’s connections. Registering your MediaConverter To register your system, please call the appropriate facility or email us at info@focusinfo.com...
  • Page 5: Connection Diagram

    For seamless integration the MediaConverter features Genlockable adjustment for use in any professional Studio Environment setting. Connection Diagram: Before you turn on your MediaConverter make sure that you have connected your PC and or Video equipment. The MediaConverter has Video/Audio Connectors at the Front and Rear Side, so...
  • Page 6: Mediaconverter Rearview

    “+” or “-“ button to change the value if desired. Once your selection is made the MediaConverter will store the setting until a new selection is made. Even if you turn off the unit the setting will be stored for the next use.
  • Page 7: Connecting The Mediaconverter To A Windows Pc

    If your PC is equipped with a OHCI compatible IEEE 1394 Interface (Firewire board) you will be able to connect the DV Interface of the MediaConverter with your PC. As soon as you have established the connection between the MediaConverter and your PC´s IEEE 1394 Interface, the Windows PC should recognize the “new attached...
  • Page 8: Pal - Ntsc Version

    Menu (see Menu Structure) . If you work with a PC NLE system you have to set a jumper on the DV Codec in the MediaConverter. This jumper is closed if it is a PAL Version. The jumper is located at the bottom of the DV Codec board.
  • Page 9: Focus Enhancements Control Software

    RS-422 machine. The average difference is zero to one frame. FOCUS Enhancements Control Software FOCUS Enhancements offers a Windows based Control Software for the MediaConverter with integrated Firmware Update Functions. All user interface can be accessed via the selectable tabs.
  • Page 10 The second tab shows the Audio settings and allows you to select the Audio Input and Audio Level.
  • Page 11 The third tab shows the DV Format settings. Please note that the DVC Pro Mode only work in the decoding Mode: Deck to SDI eg...
  • Page 12 The fourth tab shows the Misc. settings. Select a COM Port for the communication between PC and the MediaConverter.
  • Page 13 2.1 19.11.2003. To use this version make sure that you have HW version 2.1. This can be found in the LCD display. If you are unsure ask your local supplier or FOCUS Enhancements. Technical Data: Size:...
  • Page 14: Data Format

    Front Panel Control: RS-232 Command Set It is possible, to control the MediaConverter via the RS-232 port. The Baud rate is fixed to 56700 Baud, 8 bit 1 stop bit, no parity. You will need a one to one cable with a female connector for the PC side and a male connector for the MediaConverter side.
  • Page 15: Command Groups

    If the command value requests a status or time code or other value, the data byte will contain this value. If only a command was sent to the MediaConverter which is not requesting any information, the value will be sent back in it’s original format.
  • Page 16: Audio

    0x07 Video System 0x08 SC Phase offset 0x09 H Offset 0x0A V Offset 0x0B Genlock: off, on 0x0D 75Ohm@Genlock: off, on If no return value is given, it returns the value written. Audio The command group value for Audio is 0x02. Command Info 0x01...
  • Page 17: Miscellaneous Settings

    DV System: DV Mode / OS: 0..2 Miscellaneous Settings The command group value for the miscellaneous settings is 0x05. These settings are global settings for the complete unit. Command Info Working mode: 0..1 LCD Backlight: 0, 3 0, 3 0:DV/DVCam, 3:DVCPro 0..2 0:DV Deck,...

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