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- Page 1 Version 1.2 June 2008 The material contained in this manual consists of information that is the property of Evertz Microsystems and is intended solely for the use of purchasers of the 2430GDAC-WARP GLink D to A Converter. Evertz Microsystems expressly prohibits the use of this manual for any purpose other than the operation of the Downconverter.
- Page 2 WARNING Changes or Modifications not expressly approved by Evertz Microsystems Ltd. could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Use of unshielded plugs or cables may cause radiation interference. Properly shielded interface cables...
- Page 3 Evertz products are for informational use only and are not warranties of future performance, either express or implied. The only warranty offered by Evertz in relation to this product is the Evertz standard limited warranty, stated in the sales contract or order confirmation form.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
2430GDAC G-Link D to A Converter TABLE OF CONTENTS OVERVIEW ............................. 1 INSTALLATION ..........................2 2.1. POWER ..........................2 2.2. GLINK IN AND OUT....................... 2 2.3. VIDEO OUT ..........................3 2.4. FIRMWARE UPGRADE PORT ....................3 2.5. CARE AND HANDLING OF OPTICAL FIBER ..............4 2.5.1. - Page 6 6.2.2. Part 2 – Terminal program setup ................8 6.2.3. Part 3 – Uploading the new firmware................9 6.2.4. Part 4 – Completing the Upgrade ................10 Figures Figure 1-1: 2430GDAC-WARP block diagram ....................1 Figure 2-1: 2430GDAC-WARP Module Connections..................2 Figure 2-2: Screen orientation for WARP resolutions ..................5 Tables Table 2-1: DVI-I output connector ........................3...
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Page 7: Overview
2430GDAC G-Link D to A Converter OVERVIEW The 2430GDAC-WARP G-Link D to A Converter provides a simple extension to Evertz MVP monitoring systems by converting G-Link video signals from coaxial cable or fiber optic cable into a digital DVI signal and an analog RGB signal that can be displayed on a computer monitor or flat panel screen. -
Page 8: Installation
2430GDAC G-Link D to A Converter INSTALLATION The 2430GDAC-WARP is a compact module that has two BNC connectors, one fiber optic connector, one DVI-I connector for video, and one DB-9 serial port connector for upgrades. Figure 2-1: 2430GDAC-WARP Module Connections 2.1. -
Page 9: Video Out
FIRMWARE UPGRADE PORT COM: Serial port connector for upgrading the 2430GDAC-WARP firmware. This is a female 9 pin D connector used for connecting to a standard computer serial port. Table 2-2 shows the pinout of the female DB-9 connector. See section 5 for information on upgrading the firmware in the 2430GDAC-WARP. -
Page 10: Care And Handling Of Optical Fiber
Never look directly into an optical fiber. Non-reversible damage to the eye can occur in a matter of milliseconds. The laser modules used in the Evertz 3000MVP modules are Class I, with a maximum output power of 7mW, and a wavelength of 1270 to 1610nm. -
Page 11: Figure 2-2: Screen Orientation For Warp Resolutions
2430GDAC G-Link D to A Converter Bottom Figure 2-2: Screen orientation for WARP resolutions It is recommended that WARP resolutions not be used with CRT displays. Most CRT displays exhibit colour distortions on screen when the CRT is not oriented in it’s normal upright position. -
Page 12: Specifications
2430GDAC G-Link D to A Converter SPECIFICATIONS 3.1. COAXIAL GLINK INPUT Connector: Equalization: Automatic up to 10m 3.2. FIBER GLINK INPUT Connector: SC/PC, ST/PC, or FC/PC female housing Maximum Input Power: -3dBm Wavelength: 1270 nm to 1610nm Optical Sensitivity: -18dBm Fiber Size: 62µm core / 125µm overall 3.3. -
Page 13: Physical
USER CONTROLS The 2430GDAC-WARP has a 4 position DIP switch that is used to configure several features. The On position is down or closest to side of the unit with the flanges. Table 5-1 gives an overview of the DIP switch functions. -
Page 14: Upgrading The Firmware
G-Link video, and automatically configures its video output to match. When in manual resolution mode, the output video resolution and refresh rate of the 2430GDAC-WARP is manually configured using DIP switches 3 and 4. Table 5-4 lists the available video resolutions and their corresponding DIP switch settings. -
Page 15: Part 3 - Uploading The New Firmware
Flow Control None 4. Apply power to the 2430GDAC-WARP. After the unit powers up, a banner with the boot code version information should appear in the terminal window. The cursor to the right of the word “BOOT>” should be spinning for about 5 seconds then the unit will continue to boot. -
Page 16: Part 4 - Completing The Upgrade
2430GDAC G-Link D to A Converter Part 4 – Completing the Upgrade 6.2.4. 14. Type the word “boot”, without quotes, and hit the <ENTER> key once or power cycle the unit. The unit should now reboot. 15. You can now close the terminal program and disconnect the serial cable. The update procedure is now completed. - Page 17 2430GDAC G-Link D to A Converter This page left intentionally blank 2430GDAC-11 Revision 1.2...