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Lynx P AR 5610 Reference Manual

Aspect ratio converter with optional up/down/cross conversion
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Reference Manual
P AR 5610
Aspect Ratio Converter with
optional UP/DOWN/CROSS Conversion
Revision 1.1 - January 2009
This Manual Supports Device Revisions:
P AR 5610 Firmware Revision
282
Control System GUI Release
4.4.0
Information in this document is subject to change without notice. No part of this document may be reproduced or
transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical for any purpose, without express written permission of
LYNX Technik AG.
LYNX Technik AG may have patents, patent applications, trademarks, copyrights or other intellectual property rights
covering the subject matter in this document. Except as expressly written by LYNX Technik AG, the furnishing of this
document does not give you any license to patents, trademarks, copyrights or other intellectual property of LYNX Technik
AG or any of its affiliates.
LYNX Technik AG
Brunnenweg 3
D 64331 Weiterstadt
Germany
www.lynx-technik.com
© 2008-2009 LYNX Technik AG all rights reserved

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  • Page 1 LYNX Technik AG may have patents, patent applications, trademarks, copyrights or other intellectual property rights covering the subject matter in this document. Except as expressly written by LYNX Technik AG, the furnishing of this document does not give you any license to patents, trademarks, copyrights or other intellectual property of LYNX Technik AG or any of its affiliates.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    P AR 5610 Reference Manual. Rev 1.1 Contents WARRANTY ............................ 4 REGULATORY INFORMATION ..................... 5 Europe ............................5 Declaration of Conformity ....................... 5 USA 5 FCC 47 Part 15 ........................5 GETTING STARTED ........................6 Packaging ............................ 6 ESD Warning ..........................6 Preventing ESD Damage ......................
  • Page 3 P AR 5610 Reference Manual. Rev 1.1 Color Space Conversion ......................18 SETTINGS AND CONTROL ......................19 Multi Function Switch ........................ 19 Using the Local Display Menus ....................19 Menu Structure .......................... 20 LED STATUS INDICATORS ......................23 SDI in Status LED 1 ........................23 ALARM LED ..........................

  • Page 4: Warranty

    LYNX Technik supplies; or d) to service a product which has been modified or integrated with other products when the effect of such modification or integration increases the time or difficulty servicing the product.

  • Page 5: Regulatory Information

    P AR 5610 Reference Manual. Rev 1.1 Regulatory information Europe Declaration of Conformity LYNX Technik AG Brunnenweg 3 D-64331 Weiterstadt Germany Declare under our sole responsibility that the product TYPE: P AR 5610 To which this declaration relates is in conformity with the following...

  • Page 6: Getting Started

    P AR 5610 Reference Manual. Rev 1.1 Getting Started Most CardModules are installed into the rack frames and system tested in the factory. If this is an upgrade part or service exchange item then the module is supplied in a padded cardboard carton which includes the CardModule, rear connection plate and mounting screws.

  • Page 7: Product Description

    P AR 5610 Reference Manual. Rev 1.1 Product Description The P AR 5610 module is a high performance Aspect Ratio Converter with optional Up- /Down- and Cross Conversion. Firmware options provide the ability to easily add additional options which includes: •...

  • Page 8: Arc (Aspect Ratio Conversion)

    P AR 5610 Reference Manual. Rev 1.1 ARC (Aspect Ratio Conversion) The module provides one High Quality ARC (Aspect Ratio Converter) which can be used to convert SDTV signals between 4:3 or 16:9 aspect ratios. This ARC is a high quality image processor which has extended functionality including manually adjustable image size and position.

  • Page 9: Conversions From 4:3 To 16:9 Aspect Ratio

    P AR 5610 Reference Manual. Rev 1.1 Conversions from 4:3 to 16:9 Aspect Ratio 16:9 PillarBox This takes the 4:3 aspect ratio of the input signal and fits it vertically into the 16:9 SD image area with black bars at the left and right of the image.

  • Page 10: Video Processing

    P AR 5610 Reference Manual. Rev 1.1 Video Processing Proc Amp Functions Each of the two output channels has an associated video proc amp which provides user adjustable Gain / Saturation / Black Level and Hue using on screen sliders.

  • Page 11: Fixed Delays

    P AR 5610 Reference Manual. Rev 1.1 Fixed Delays The ARC (including the OC-5610_VDLY and OC-5610_UPXD options, if installed) has fixed frame delays depending on the signal path and selected function - see below : Delay[frames] Delay[ms] SDI Input SDI Output...

  • Page 12: Gpi Function

    P AR 5610 Reference Manual. Rev 1.1 GPI Function The GPI input (General Purpose Input) which is a switch input function (contact closure) can be used to perform a number of functions. The influence of this input can be set by the user using the control system on the Video Proc Tab.

  • Page 13: Functional Diagram

    Connections Video The P AR 5610 uses standard 75 Ohm BNC connectors. We recommend the use of high quality video cable for digital video connections to reduce the risk of errors due to excessive cable attenuation. Max cable lengths the module will support are shown below.

  • Page 14: Module Layout

    P AR 5610 Reference Manual. Rev 1.1 Module Layout Module Front Panel Module Rear Termination Panel Cooling Fans Note. Cooling fan operation is monitored and alarmed with the module alarm LED and also within the LYNX control system. Page 14 of 35...

  • Page 15: Installation

    Up to five P AR 5610 modules can be accommodated in a single Series 5000 rack frame. NOTE. When using this module we highly recommend the use of the R FR 5011 Fan Front Rack Frame which provides additional airflow into the rack.

  • Page 16: Firmware Options

    P AR 5610 Reference Manual. Rev 1.1 Firmware Options The basic module is a single channel SDTV ARC. With the addition of the following firmware options the performance and features of the module can be greatly enhanced and tailored to meet a specific application.

  • Page 17: 4:3 Stretch To Fill

    P AR 5610 Reference Manual. Rev 1.1 4:3 Stretch to Fill This mode takes the 16:9 input signal and distorts (vertically stretches) the image to fit the available 4:3 SD aspect ratio space. 16:9 HDTV Source 4:3 Center Cut 4:3 Letterbox...

  • Page 18: 16:9 Stretch To Fill

    P AR 5610 Reference Manual. Rev 1.1 16:9 Stretch to Fill This mode takes the 4:3 SD input signal and distorts (horizontally stretches) the image to fit the available 16:9 HD image area. Cross Conversion When used in cross conversion mode the module will cross convert the video signal between 1080i and 720P formats within the same frame rate.

  • Page 19: Settings And Control

    P AR 5610 Reference Manual. Rev 1.1 Settings and Control The P AR 5610 module has an integrated micro-controller, which enables the module to be configured and controlled locally using the multifunction switch and 4 character dot matrix display, or from remote using a GUI interface when using one of the optional controllers and control software.

  • Page 20: Menu Structure

    P AR 5610 Reference Manual. Rev 1.1 Menu Structure The Menu structure is defined in the next table, and can be used to help navigating through the menu system. ENTER moves between levels UP/DOWN moves between items within the level When a new setting is entered the system will jump back one level in the menu system.
  • Page 21 P AR 5610 Reference Manual. Rev 1.1 back PATT Pattern select 75% Colorbar BRED Colorbar over Red EQPL EQ/PLL path. PLL-path EQ-path 15GR 15% Grey WHTE White YELL Yellow MGNT Magenta CYAN Cyan BLUE Blue GREE Green Black back noIN...
  • Page 22 P AR 5610 Reference Manual. Rev 1.1 NONE none swPR Switch User Presets back USET User Preset Settings LOAD Load User Preset to Current PRE1 Preset 1 PRE2 Preset 2 PRE3 Preset 3 back GPI on settings CURR Current PRE1...

  • Page 23: Led Status Indicators

    P AR 5610 Reference Manual. Rev 1.1 LED Status Indicators The P AR 5610 module has LED indicators that serve as alarm and status indication for the module. Function is described below. SDI in Status LED 1 LED Color Indication...

  • Page 24: Control System Gui

    GUI interface. Access to all standard features and in some cases extended features is possible using this interface. Due to the complex nature and extensive user settings provided on the P AR 5610 the use of the control system is recommended.

  • Page 25: Main Tab

    P AR 5610 Reference Manual. Rev 1.1 Main Tab This screen is the main interface and is presented first when the module is displayed in the GUI. The layout replicates module “block” functions and signal flow from left to right.

  • Page 26: Video Proc Tab

    P AR 5610 Reference Manual. Rev 1.1 Video Proc Tab This tab will display the configuration screen for the GPI functions (GPI influence). Device Status This area is used to show the detected internal (FPGA) and external temperature (board) of the Module. If the internal temperature exceeds 80ºC then the module will log a “over temperature”...

  • Page 27: High Quality Up And Cross Conversion (Oc-5610-Xupd)

    P AR 5610 Reference Manual. Rev 1.1 High Quality Up and Cross Conversion (OC-5610- XUPD) The OC-5610-XUPD option is required for the HQ up, down and cross conversion functionality. For the basic module without the OC-5610-UXPD option installed this converter provides the HQ SDTV Aspect Ratio Conversion functionality.

  • Page 28: Conversion Mode

    P AR 5610 Reference Manual. Rev 1.1 Conversion Mode With the selection box in the middle of the screen the conversion mode can be selected. The check box “motion adaptive” filtering is used to improve picture quality for moving images to reduce motion blur, and should be selected for normal use. For still images the checkbox should be switched off.

  • Page 29: Color Space Conversion

    P AR 5610 Reference Manual. Rev 1.1 Color Space Conversion Color Space Conversion will automatically be switched according to the conversion mode. Aperture Correction Horizontal aperture correction is provided for each output channel, which can be used to sharpen or soften the video signal. (This is sometimes required for down converted video signals as the filtering process rolls off the high frequency very slightly).

  • Page 30: Freeze Mode

    P AR 5610 Reference Manual. Rev 1.1 Freeze Mode When the synchronizer encounters excessive TRS errors it can be set to freeze or pass the video transparently (selected on the Video Proc tab). If Freeze is selected then the behavior of the freeze function is selected using the drop down selections. These are: •...

  • Page 31: Video Adjustments

    P AR 5610 Reference Manual. Rev 1.1 Video Adjustments Four on screen sliders are provided to allow for the adjustment of individual video parameters. Separate sliders are provided for video Brightness (gain), Saturation, Pedestal (Black level) and Hue. Default (null) settings are 0% (this is the default). Sliders can be quickly returned to the factory null (or transparent) settings using the buttons provided at the bottom of each slider.

  • Page 32: Options Tab

    Click the “request code” button next to the channel you wish to activate. A number will be displayed, Please forward this number with your purchase order to your authorized LYNX dealer or representative. When you receive the license string simply type it (or paste it using the windows clipboard) into the area provided and press “activate”.

  • Page 33: Events Tab

    (this has no impact or influence over the internally error log maintained by the LYNX control system). (Internal LYNX error logging and external SNMP traps can be configured independently). Note. The simulated event is part of the GUI simulator and allows us to force a particular error condition for testing and demonstration purposes.

  • Page 34: Specifications

    Local alphanumeric display with integrated menu system for setting “basic” module Local Controls parameters. Remote Control Comprehensive remote control and status monitoring supported when used with a LYNX Controller option. The use of the control system is mandated for this module External GPI Single GPI input on BNC connector.

  • Page 35: Service

    Technical support is also available from our website. Please do not return products to LYNX without an RMA. Please contact your authorized dealer or reseller for more details. More detailed product information and product updates may be available on our web site: www.lynx-technik.com...

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