ASTRO VG-861 Instruction Manual

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VG-861

Instruction Manual

July 10, 2003

Ver. 1.2

ASTRODESIGN, INC.

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Page 1 VG-861 Instruction Manual July 10, 2003 Ver. 1.2 ASTRODESIGN, INC.
Page 2 Contents FOREWORD .......................... 1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS....................... 1 CHAPTER 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF VG-861 HARDWARE........2 Introduction...........................2 Features ..........................2 CHAPTER 2 VG-861 BOARD SETTINGS ................1 Personal computers compatible with VG-861 board ............1 Installation method........................1 Turning the computer's power ON and OFF.................2 CHAPTER 3 GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF SP-8022-1 SOFTWARE PROGRAM ....
Page 3 Thank you for purchasing the model VG-861 video signal generator. This manual provides details on how to operate the VG-861 and the precautions to be heeded when doing so. Since improper handling may lead to accidents, we recommend that you take the time to read through this manual without fail before attempting to operate the VG-861: the information provided will ensure that you will operate the VG-861 properly.
Page 4 1.1 Introduction VG-861 (PCI board type of analog/digital output signal generator) The model VG-861 is a PCI bus card type of analog/digital output video signal generator. With a horizontal frequency accuracy which can be set in 1-dot increments, its maximum dot clock output covers the 250 MHz band for analog signals and 165 MHz band for digital signals.
Page 5 Follow the instructions given in the computer's manual and proceed. 3. In order to avoid interference with other boards, insert the VG-861 board into a slot which is as far away as possible from those boards. Remove the computer's blind cover and store it where it will not be lost.
Page 6 VG-861 Instruction Manual 2.3 Turning the computer's power ON and OFF Before turning on the computer's power check again the connections between the VG-861 and monitor which is to be tested. Connect the AC power cables of the monitor and computer to 3-pin grounded power outlets.
Page 7 VG-861 generator, and it describes its installation. 3.1 Overview The SP-8022-1 software program enables the VG-861 generator to be controlled from Windows 98/2000. By way of incorporating the easy-to-operate features of Windows thanks to the GUI (Graphical User Interface), it enables timing, pattern, action and other data to be edited and executed with ease.
Page 8 (1) When installing VG-861 for the very first time • When using Windows 98/2000 l) After Windows has started up, the system recognizes the VG-861, and the add new hardware dialog box appears. Follow the on-screen instructions, and press [Next].
Page 9 1) Select Settings from Start, and then select Control Panel. From Control Panel, select System. Now select Device Manager on the System Properties screen. 2) A device identified by "VG-861" will be present in the system devices item. Select this, and press the Properties button. Select driver in VG-861 properties, and press the Change driver button.
Page 10 VG-861 Instruction Manual 3.4.2 Installing the SP-8022-1 l) Next, install the SP-8022-1 application software program. Insert the SP-8022-1 installation disk into the CD disk drive, and proceed with the following Windows settings: Start → Settings → Control Panel → Add/Remove Programs → Install.
Page 11 VG-861 Instruction Manual 3.4.4 Concerning directory files The table below lists the directories created by installation. Directory name Directory name Directory name Data files Sample.seq Action Sample file SampleData (all the files under FontSet Sample file this directory PalSet Sample file...
Page 12 VG-861 Instruction Manual Optional pattern creation file OptDoc OPT_make.txt Help file ActEdit.hlp CharEdit.hlp DdcEdit.hlp FontEdit.hlp GpcEdit.hlp GUIde.hlp Make_opt.hlp OptEdit.hlp PalEdit.hlp SeqEdit.hlp SeqExec.hlp Designated directory TimEdit.hlp (default: VbmCvt.hlp Help SP-8022-1) Vgerrmsg.hlp ActEdit.CNT CharEdit.CNT DdcEdit.CNT FontEdit.CNT GpcEdit.CNT GUIde.CNT Make_opt.CNT OptEdit.CNT PalEdit.CNT SeqEdit.CNT SeqExec.CNT...
Page 13 VG-861 Instruction Manual 3.4.5 Description of directories EXE directory The SP-8022-1 execution files are to be found here. SampleData directory The data files used by the data editing programs are to be found here. OptDoc directory The text which explains how to create optional patterns is to be found here.
Page 14 VG-861 Instruction Manual CHAPTER 4 APPENDIX 4.1 Specifications Dot clock frequency Analog: 10MHz to 250MHz Digital: 25MHz to 165MHz Horizontal frequency setting accuracy 1-dot increments across entire frequency range Horizontal frequency, number of horizontal dots 10 to 300 kHz Vertical frequency, number of vertical scanning lines 15.6 to 200 Hz...
Page 15 VG-861 Instruction Manual [Horizontal timing] 1H increments V Total 0.000 to 99.999msec 4.0 to 4096 H 1H increments V Disp 0.000 to 99.999msec 1.0 to 2048 H 1H increments V Backp 0.000 to 99.999msec 0.0 to 2048 H 0.5H increments V Sync 0.000 to 99.999msec...
Page 16 VG-861 Instruction Manual 4.6 Output circuit diagrams Analog R, G, B Analog HS/CS, VS OPA685U +5VA 1SS302 LVCC3245 1SS302 -5VA * Circuits are subject to change without notice due to improvements in performance. ...
Page 17 VG-861 Instruction Manual 4.7 Connector pin layout 4.7.1 DVI signal output connector (1) Connector: DVI-I (74320-1000) 24-pin + 5 pins (analog) made by Molex or its equivalent (2) Output: Panel Link Pin layout Connector pin No. Input/output signal TMDS DATA2-...
Page 18 VG-861 Instruction Manual 4.7.2 Analog signal output (mini Dsub 15-pin, female) Pin No. Signal Pin No. Signal DDC DATA HS/CS R. GND G. GND DDC CLK B. GND (Note 1) NC denotes "not connected" (open). ...
Page 19 VG-861 Instruction Manual 4.8 Tables of error codes 4.8.1 Error messages that may be displayed by the SP-8022-1 The various error messages which may be displayed by the SP-8022-1 are listed below. Code Error message Description Parameter Error 0101 Parameter error...
Page 20 VG-861 Instruction Manual Communication TimeOut 01F0 Communication timeout error. Undefined Command 01F1 Undefined command error. V-Sync Timeout 01F2 V-sync timeout error. 4.8.2 Error messages that may be displayed when optional patterns are created The various error messages which may be displayed when optional patterns are created are listed below.
Page 21 VG-861 Instruction Manual ‘continue’ Statement Error 0230 “continue” statement error. Argument Type Error 0231 Illegal type of function argument. Number of Argument Error 0232 Illegal number of function arguments. Function Call Error 0233 Illegal function call. Error message Code (H)
Page 22 • The products and product names mentioned in this manual are the trademarks of the companies concerned. Windows 98/2000/XP is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. VG-861 Instruction Manual Ver1.2 2003/7/10 ASTRODESIGN, Inc. Head Office Sales Division...