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- Page 1 Chatsworth CA 91311 support@gefen.com www.gefen.com Gefen Inc. reserves the right to make changes in the hardware, packaging and any accompanying documentation without prior written notice. The SDI to DVI Adapter is a trademark of Gefen Inc. © 2003 Gefen Inc., All Rights Reserved...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Introduction Operation Notes The SDI to DVI Adapter Supported Output Resolution Infrared Remote Functions RS422 Port Wiring of the RS422-RS232 Cable Recommended LCD Monitors The SDI to DVI Adapter Firmware Update Procedure Specifications Warranty TABLE OF CONTENTS... -
Page 3: Introduction
INTRODUCTION Description the SDI to DVI Adapter is a compact digital video interface that converts serial digital video (SDI and HDSDI) to DVI (digital RGB). It automatically detects the input scan rate and supports a wide variety of video formats including PAL, NTSC, 720p, 1080p and 1080i. -
Page 4: Operation Notes
1. EDID reports 1024x768, 1280x720, 1280x768, 1280x800 or 1280x1024: In this case, the output of the SDI to DVI Adapter will be set to match the resolution reported by EDID 2. EDID reports 1920x1200: The output will be set to 1280x800 3. -
Page 5: The Sdi To Dvi Adapter Supported Output Resolution
To save the output resolution to the SDI to DVI Adapter flash EPROM, press ENT,1,2,3 on your Sony infrared monitor. When you reboot the SDI to DVI Adapter, it will restore the output mode from flash. The default output mode is Auto Mode. -
Page 6: Infrared Remote Functions
INFRARED REMOTE FUNCTIONS Starting with version 0.96, the infrared remote functions are disabled at boot time. You must press ENT,4,5,6 to enable them. This is a list of all the functions that are available on the HDVI-10 using a standard Sony Infrared Remote Control: ·... -
Page 7: Rs422 Port
The SDI to DVI Adapter has an RS422 port that can be used to view the current settings of the unit. To connect the RS422 port to a PC you need a special RS422-RS232 cable that can be purchased from Gefen by contacting support@gefen.com You can also make the cable using the wiring diagram shown at the end of this document. -
Page 8: Wiring Of The Rs422-Rs232 Cable
HDVI (3 + 4 + 6) to PC (5) Note: For a true RS422 connection, you can use an adapter made by KK Systems (Part Number K422-99). This adapter connects to the RS232 port on the PC and provides an RS422 connection on the other side. -
Page 9: Recommended Lcd Monitors
Adapter cannot output these resolutions, the Apple 20” and 23” monitors will not work with the SDI to DVI Adapter. Gefen Inc. plans to have a new version of the HDVI converter specifically for the Apple Cinema Displays available in the 2nd quarter of 2004. Current owners of the HDVI con-... -
Page 10: The Sdi To Dvi Adapter Firmware Update Procedure
Enter the COM port number and hit Enter. The monitor should lose its display indicating that the HDVI has entered flash mode. If the monitor does not lose its display, YOU SHOULD NOT CONTINUE. Contact support@gefen.com. Type “f HDVI090.bin” (note the space after f) or any other bin file you are upgrad- ing to then hit Enter. -
Page 11: Specifications
Depending on your DVI monitor’s resolution, the HDVI will either scale the video to fit your screen, or output the video without scaling. GENERAL Size: Prox. 1 1/8th x 3 3⁄4 x 5 1⁄2 (28mm x 95mm x 14mm) Power: External Power Adapter with a locking power connector... -
Page 12: Warranty
If equipment fails because of such defects and Gefen Inc. is notified within one (1) year from the date of shipment, Gefen System will, at its option, repair or replace the equipment, provided that the equipment has not been subjected to mechanical, electrical or other abuse or modifications.
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