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Component video to vga adapter

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Component Video to VGA Adapter

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  • Page 1 KD-CTCA3 Component Video to VGA Adapter...
  • Page 2 KD-CTCA3 Model KD-CTCA3 Component Video to VGA Adapter Model KD-CTCA3 Component Video (YPrPb) input to VGA Video (RGBHV) output Video Adapter with added features Component Video loop-through, auto-sensing VGA-In to VGA-Out pass-through when Component Video is inactive, and sync format selections. This...
  • Page 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Video Adapter is NOT a Video Scaler or Video Processor. with included Warranty statement Included in this package: • One KD-CTCA3 ClearVideo3 • One external power supply • This User/Installer Manual...
  • Page 4: Product Overview

    KD-CTCA3 Model KD-CTCA3 Product Overview The KD-CTCA3 ClearVideo3 is the world’s smallest video adapter on the market to “glue” your Component Video (YPrPb) devices to VGA monitors and projectors. ClearVideo3 is the ideal choice to drive your VGA displays from Component Video...
  • Page 5 (like Xbox and Game Cube), or HDTV Set Top Boxes. ClearVideo3 works with most* video formats, like 480p, 720p, 1080i/540p, NTSC, PAL, interlaced or progressive. With your Key Digital cost-effective ClearVideo3 product, you get crystal-clear process- ing and you can drive your VGA monitor with cable...
  • Page 6 KD-CTCA3 Model KD-CTCA3 *NOTE: To drive VGA monitors, the source video for- mat must be above a 31 kHz scanning rate. The user should note that a typical VGA monitor therefore will NOT display formats like 480i/60 and 576i/50 that are in the range of 15.7 kHz.
  • Page 7 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Why do you need a Video Adapter? The video industry has produced many different products to process, switch, and distribute your video. In many instances, the video input or output formats of these products are not compatible. For example, you may have an application where you would like your video game with Component Video (YPrPb) out to drive your VGA (RGBHV) display.
  • Page 8 At Key Digital, we have a better solution for you. We have designed economical, high-quality...
  • Page 9 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS video adapters, which “glue” your components that may have been designed to diverging standards: • KD-CTCA3 ClearVideo3: Component Video (YPrPb) to VGA adapter, and more • KD-CTCA3 ClearColor3: VGA to Component Video adapter, and more...
  • Page 10: Product Features

    KD-CTCA3 Model -KD-CTCA3 NOTE THAT A VIDEO ADAPTER DOES NOT PERFORM VIDEO SCALING, PROCESSING, OR SCAN CONVERSIONS. Product Features KD-CTCA3 ClearVideo3 offers versatility, convenience, and well thought-out features:...
  • Page 11 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • Smallest Component Video (YPrPb) input to VGA (RGBHV) output Video Adapter on the market today • Convenient and intelligent Input/Output features: • Component Video input also has active pass-through output to simultaneously drive your Component Video display •...
  • Page 12 KD-CTCA3 Model KD-CTCA3 detected on the Y channel of the Component Video input – a great feature that lets you permanently hook up ClearVideo3 to your existing PC and VGA monitor set-up • Enables display of: • Progressive DVD players or Component...
  • Page 13 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS and projectors • Xbox and other game consoles at 480p, 720p, and 1080i/540p on standard VGA monitors and projectors • Compatible with: • All Component Video HDTV Set Top Boxes • All NTSC and PAL interlaced and progressive formats...
  • Page 14 KD-CTCA3 • Xbox and Game Cube video games • Flexible Sync Out options: • H and V drive (RGBHV), or Composite Sync on H selection (RGBHcV) • H and V drive (RGBHV), or Sync-on-Green selection (RGsB) Model KD-CTCA3...
  • Page 15 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SOME TYPICAL APPLICATION EXAMPLES Component Video to VGA Adapter ClearVideo3, Model KD-CTCA3...
  • Page 16 KD-CTCA3 Model KD-CTCA3 ClearVideo3 - Video Adapter - Model KD-CTCA3 UL LISTED Safety Instructions – Please be sure to follow these instructions for safe operation of your unit **************************************************...
  • Page 17 UL LISTED - Model KD-CTCA3 1)Read these instructions. 2)Keep these instructions. 3)Heed all warnings. 4)Follow all instructions. 5)Do not use this apparatus near water. 6Clean only with dry cloth. 7)Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Page 18 KD-CTCA3 Model KD-CTCA3 ators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9)Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong.
  • Page 19 UL LISTED - Model KD-CTCA3 replacement of the obsolete outlet. 10)Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 11)Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
  • Page 20 KD-CTCA3 Model KD-CTCA3 apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. 13)Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
  • Page 21 UL LISTED - Model KD-CTCA3 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
  • Page 22: Quick Setup

    KD-CTCA3 Model KD-CTCA3 QUICK SET-UP Connecting and using your KD-CTCA3 ClearVideo3 is a simple process. NOTE: Do not attempt to connect power to the unit until you have completed all Steps 1 – 4. STEP 1: Determine your configuration...
  • Page 23 QUICK SET-UP requirements. The primary function of the KD-CTCA3 ClearVideo3 is to convert your Component Video (YPrPb) signal to VGA (RGB). The unit automatically adjusts to the input scan format. There are added bonuses that let you also simultaneously drive your Component Video...
  • Page 24 KD-CTCA3 Model KD-CTCA3...
  • Page 25 QUICK SET-UP Input always passing through to the YPbPr loop- through output, and automatically converted to VGA. This configuration allows your Component Video source to SIMULTANEOUSLY drive your Component Video monitor and VGA monitor. inactive, as demonstrated in the figures below. Typical configuration with INACTIVE YPbPr...
  • Page 26 KD-CTCA3 Model KD-CTCA3...
  • Page 27 QUICK SET-UP Component Input, and “Auxiliary” VGA Input passed on to the VGA output. This configuration allows your VGA source to be connected to the VGA moni- tor in cases where the Component Video source is INACTIVE – perfect for PC applications.
  • Page 28 KD-CTCA3 Model KD-CTCA3 STEP 2: Make your Input Connections: • One Component Video (YPrPb) input on three RCA female jacks • If desired, one “auto switching” VGA (RGBHV) input will drive the RGBHV output when Component Video input has no sync on “Y”...
  • Page 29 QUICK SET-UP that can drive two monitors with equal cable lengths up to 50 feet • If desired, one Component Video (YPrPb) always-active pass-through output on three RCA female jacks (be sure to terminate this output at the end of the runs) STEP 4: Configure the Sync Output Select Switches (adjacent to the Component Video input connectors) to suit your application.
  • Page 30 KD-CTCA3 Model KD-CTCA3 NEGATIVE polarity. H&V polarity out for the case when the auxiliary VGA input signal (like from a PC) is switched to the VGA output is always the SAME as the polarity of H&V on the input VGA signal.
  • Page 31 QUICK SET-UP and V (RGBHcV) Select between H and V drive sync or Sync-on-Green with Switch 2: • Switch 2 ON (up): H and V drive VGA out (typical mode, RGBHV) • Switch 2 OFF (down): Sync-on-Green mode (RGsB) STEP 5: Apply power to the unit:...
  • Page 32 KD-CTCA3 Model KD-CTCA3 • Use ONLY the external wall-plug power supply provided with your unit, +5 Volts @ 03.Amps, 100- 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz • Connect the 1/8” mini-plug external power supply connector to your unit, and plug the power supply into a power outlet •...
  • Page 33 QUICK SET-UP • Your Component Video source should now drive your VGA display and is also available as an active Component Video pass-through • The red LED (adjacent to the external power supply connector) indicates sync detected on the Y Component Video input when LED is ON •...
  • Page 34 Video Inputs: • One Component Video (YPrPb) input on three RCA female jacks • 1 V p-p @ 75 Ohm terminated • Composite Sync on “Y” • One “auto switching” VGA (RGBHV) input Model KD-CTCA3 Technical Specifications ClearVideo3 Model KD-CTCA3...
  • Page 35 Technical Specifications connected to RGBHV output when Component Video input has no sync on “Y” Video Outputs: • One VGA Video (RGBHV) output on DB15 connector that can drive one monitor with cable lengths up to 50 feet • RGB: 0.7 V p-p, 75 Ohm, terminated at the...
  • Page 36 • One Component Video (YPrPb) always-active pass-through output on three RCA female jacks Accepted Scanning Formats: • Unit adjusts automatically for incoming video scanning format: • 50 Hz or 60 Hz refresh • 480p, 576p, 1080i/540p, 720p Model KD-CTCA3...
  • Page 37 • Output scanning format is always the SAME as the input scanning format Control and Adjustments • LED’s (adjacent to the external power supply connector): • Green Power-on LED • Red LED indicates sync detected on the Y Component Video input when LED is ON Technical Specifications...
  • Page 38 Component Video input connectors): • H and V drive, or Composite Sync: • H and V drive, or Composite Sync: Model KD-CTCA3 • Switch 1 ON (up): H and V drive VGA out (typical mode, RGBHV) • Switch 1 OFF (down): Composite...
  • Page 39 • Switch 2 ON (up): H and V drive VGA out (typical mode, RGBHV) • Switch 2 OFF (down): Sync-on- Green mode (RGsB) • Output Sync polarity: • Negative TTL sync for H and V in RGBHV mode • Negative Sync-on-Green for RGsB mode Technical Specifications...
  • Page 40 KD-CTCA3 • Polarity of H&V sync for pass-through RGBHV is the same as input H and V drive polarity Processing: • HDTV colorimetry matrix • Video bandwidth -3 dB at 110 MHz, linear-phase passband, for crystal-clear display Model KD-CTCA3...
  • Page 41 • Auto switching between VGA (RGB) input and Component Video (YPrPb) converted to VGA (RGB) • With active sync on the Y Component Video input, Composite Video is converted to VGA at the VGA output connector • If no sync is present on the Y Component Video input, the auxiliary VGA input signal automatically drives the VGA output connec- Technical Specifications...
  • Page 42 • Output RGB sync format processing: RGBHV, RGBHcV (composite sync on H) or RGsB (composite sync on Green) • Outputs can drive cables up to 50 feet Mechanical: • Connectors • RCA (for Component Video) • DB15 (frequently used for VGA/computer) Model KD-CTCA3...
  • Page 43 HOW TO CONTACT KEY DIGITAL • 1/8” mini-plug external power supply input • Size: 2” x 4.75” x 0.75” • Weight: 1 lbs. • Enclosure type: Plastic • External wall-plug power supply provided, +5 Volts @ 03.Amps, 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz...
  • Page 44: How To Contact Key Digital

    Model KD-CTCA3 HOW TO CONTACT KEY DIGITAL Repairs and Warranty Service: Should your HD Leeza require warranty service, please contact Key Digital first to obtain a Returned Materials Authorization (RMA) number Please contact us at either: Toll-free 1-203-778-0295 extension 3#...
  • Page 45: Technical Support

    HOW TO CONTACT KEY DIGITAL Technical Support: For technical questions about using our products, please contact us at either: 1-203-778-0295 or Toll-free 1-888-258-2028 email tech@keydigital.com Customer Support: For customer support questions about using our products, please contact us at either: 1-203-778-0295 email customersupport@keydigital.com...
  • Page 46: Warranty

    WARRANTY All Key Digital products are built to high manufa cturing standards and should provide years of trouble-free operation. They are backed by a limited two-year parts and labor warranty.