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Summarization of Contents
Before Operation
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the VG Series programmable video signal generator. Explains how to use units.
Notational Conventions
Explains shorter descriptions used for terms in the manual.
Chapter 1 VG Series Interface Unit Overview
1.1 Relationship between interface unit and compatible products
Explains the relationship between interface units and compatible products.
Chapter 2 Common Setting Items (ALL OUTPUT)
2.1 ALL OUTPUT
Details common setting items for each unit, covering Output, Sync, HDCP.
Common Setting Items Overview
Lists common setting items across multiple video and audio output interfaces.
Level Mode Settings
Settings for Level Mode in Analog, HDMI, DP, SDI, V-by-One HS, iTMDS.
DotClk Mode Settings
Settings for automatic clock mode selection or manual single/dual/quad modes.
Split Mode Settings
Displays Split Mode settings for dual and quad clock modes.
Multi VGMode Settings
Sets splitting method for VG1 when multiple VG units are synchronized.
Aspect Mode Settings
Sets the video signal aspect ratio (4:3, 16:9, User).
Color Depth and RGB/YPbPr Settings
Sets color depth and selects output color difference mode (RGB or YPbPr).
Chapter 3 Analog Output Settings (ANALOG OUTPUT)
3.1 Analog unit functions and settings
Describes analog unit functions and settings for VM-1876-MA.
3.1.2 Internal analog output section
Describes internal analog output sections and specifications for VG-878, VG-878-A.
3.1.3 Connector and pin assignment
Details connector and pin assignments for VGA, YPbPr, and CVBS outputs.
3.1.4 Setting item
Describes Analog Output settings like Output OFF/ON, Level Video, Audio Output, Y/C Aspect, SCART.
3.2 TV standard signal functions
Explains TV standard signal functions like Macrovision, color striping.
3.2.1 Explanation of terms
Explains terms like Macrovision, color striping, and their specifications.
Closed captioning / V-Chip
Explains closed captioning, V-chip, and their specifications.
Teletext
Explains Teletext, its specifications, and waveforms.
WSS
Explains WSS (Wide Screen Signaling) and its specifications.
CGMS-A / ID-1
Explains CGMS-A and ID-1 systems and their specifications.
3.2.2 Setting item
Describes VBI Function settings like Macrovision and Closed Caption.
Macrovision Settings
Describes Macrovision settings for VBI Function, relying on V-Timing TV Mode.
Closed Caption Settings
Describes Closed Caption settings for VBI Function, relying on V-Timing TV Mode.
Data included in closed captions
Details data within closed captions, including caption styles, colors, and optional settings.
V-Chip System Settings
Describes V-Chip system settings and compatibility.
Teletext default page list
Lists default teletext pages with their corresponding screens.
WSS Settings
Settings for WSS, including OFF/ON, Aspect Ratio.
CGMS-A/ID-1 Settings
Settings for CGMS-A/ID-1, including OFF/ON and Field 1 output.
CGMS-A/ID-1 Settings
Settings for CGMS-A/ID-1, including Field 2 output, Aspect, and CGMS-A status.
Chapter 4 Digital Output Settings (DIGITAL OUTPUT)
4.1 HDMI unit functions and settings
Describes HDMI unit functions and settings for VM-1876-M0 and VM-1876A-M0.
Specifications
Details specifications for HDMI CH1-CH4, including Connector, Dot clock, Audio Output.
4.1.2 HDMI 6G Unit VM-1876-M6, VM-1876A-M6
Describes HDMI 6G unit functions and settings.
Specifications
Details specifications for HDMI CH1-CH2 units, including Dot clock, Audio Output.
4.1.3 HDMI HDCP2.2 Unit VM-1876-M7
Describes HDMI HDCP2.2 unit functions and settings, including compatible formats.
Specifications
Details specifications for HDMI CH1-CH4 units, including Dot clock, Audio Output, Copy protect.
4.1.4 HDMI 6G HDCP2.2 Unit VM-1876-M8
Describes HDMI 6G HDCP2.2 unit functions and settings.
4.1.5 Internal HDMI output section
Describes the internal HDMI output section and its compatible formats.
4.1.6 Connector and pin assignment
Details connector and pin assignments for HDMI Type A.
4.1.7 HDMI data transfer method
Describes HDMI data transfer methods for single and dual clock modes.
4.1.8 Output setting items
Describes HDMI output settings like OFF/ON, Video Format, Width, Audio Output, Scramble.
4.1.9 HDMI configuration setting items
Describes HDMI configuration settings like Auto Select, AVI InfoFrame, Audio InfoFrame.
4.1.10 Relationship between Pattern Rendering Bit Length and Dot Clock
Explains the relationship between bit length, dot clock, and data thinning for DVI output.
4.2 DisplayPort unit functions and settings
Describes DisplayPort unit functions and settings for VM-1876-M1.
Specifications
Details DisplayPort specifications for CH1/CH2, including Dot clock, Link rate.
4.2.2 DisplayPort Unit VM-1876A-M1
Describes DisplayPort unit functions and settings for VM-1876A-M1.
Specifications
Details DisplayPort specifications for CH1/CH2, including Transfer modes, Dot clock.
Internal timing list for unchecked output
Lists VESA, EIA, and 4K timings for unchecked outputs.
Amount of data that can be transferred (pixel clock upper limit)
Shows data transfer limits based on link rate, lane count, and bit width.
4.2.3 Connector and pin assignment
Details connector and pin assignments for Hosiden TCX3250-111387.
4.2.4 DisplayPort data transfer method
Describes DisplayPort data transfer methods for single and dual clock modes.
4.2.5 DisplayPort output setting items
Describes DisplayPort output settings like OFF/ON, Video Output, Audio Output, Trans Mode.
Video Format and Width Settings
Sets the color space and output video bit length for DisplayPort.
Colorimetry and Link Set Mode
Selects YCbCr Colorimetry and setting method for link rate/lanes.
Main Stream Attribute Settings
Explains Main Stream Attributes used for DisplayPort transmission.
4.2.6 DisplayPort configuration setting items
Describes DisplayPort configuration settings for Select Function, Analysis Port, Link Set Mode.
DP Analysis setting items
Describes DP Analysis settings like I/F Check, LT, PW SAVE, AUD_MUTE, EDIT, DEFAULT, LIST, EDID.
Training Pattern Settings
Sets training patterns for consistency check of DisplayPort interface.
DPCD display (from GUI Page 2, HEX is DPCD display only)
Displays DisplayPort configuration data (DPCD).
4.2.9 Relationship between Pattern Rendering Bit Length and Dot Clock
Explains relationship between bit length and dot clock for DisplayPort Unit VM-1876-M1.
Single Mode and Dual Mode (8-bit Video Width)
Details single and dual modes for video width of 8 bits.
Single Mode and Dual Mode (10-bit Video Width)
Details single and dual modes for video width of 10 bits.
Single, Dual, and Quad Clock Modes (6-bit Video Width)
Details clock modes for VM-1876A-M1 when video width is 6 bits.
Single, Dual, and Quad Clock Modes (8-bit Video Width)
Details clock modes for VM-1876A-M1 when video width is 8 bits.
Single, Dual, and Quad Clock Modes (10-bit Video Width)
Details clock modes for VM-1876A-M1 when video width is 10 bits.
Single and Dual Clock Modes (12-bit Video Width)
Details clock modes for VM-1876A-M1 when video width is 12 bits.
4.3 SDI unit functions and settings
Describes SDI unit functions and settings for VM-1876-M5 and VM-1876-MB.
Specifications
Details SDI specifications for Component, 1080 Line, 720 Line, and Dual Link formats.
1080/720 Line source image format SMPTE 425-1
Details 1080/720 Line source image formats and specifications.
2160/1080 Line source image format SMPTE 425-3
Details 2160/1080 Line source image formats and specifications.
2160 Line source image format SMPTE 425-5
Details 2160 Line source image formats and specifications.
2160Line source image format HD-SDI Quad Link
Details HD-SDI Quad Link source image formats.
2160/1080 Line source image format SMPTE 2081-10
Details SMPTE 2081-10 formats for VM-1876-MB.
2160 Line source image format SMPTE 2081-11
Details SMPTE 2081-11 formats for VM-1876-MB.
2160 Line source image format SMPTE 2082-10
Details SMPTE 2082-10 formats for VM-1876-MB.
4.3.3 SDI data transfer method
Describes SDI data transfer methods for SD-SDI, HD-SDI, 3G-SDI, and 4K signals.
4.3.4 SDI output setting items
Describes SDI output settings like OFF/ON, SDI Format, Video Format, Width, Split Count, Split Mode, Audio Output.
4.3.5 Payload
Describes Payload settings for VM-1876-M5 and VM-1876-MB, including Mode, Transport, Picture Rate, Aspect Ratio.
Sampling Structure and Audio Copy Settings
Sets sampling structure, audio copy, dynamic range, and bit depth.
4.3.6 SDI configuration setting items
Describes SDI configuration settings for Time Code, Start Time, Clock Delay.
Ancillary Packet Settings
Multiplexes ancillary data specified by user with SDI signals.
CheckSum and External Synchronization
Sets user specified checksum and performs external synchronization.
4.4 V-by-One HS unit functions and settings
Describes V-by-One HS unit functions and settings for VM-1876-M2.
4.4.2 Connector and pin assignment
Details connector and pin assignments for Hosiden TCX3250-111387.
4.4.3 V-by-OneHS data transfer method
Describes V-by-OneHS data transfer methods for 2-lane and 4-lane outputs.
Specifications of each mode when x4 mode output
Details specifications for x4 mode output, explaining Mode 0.
Mode 1 (x4 mode) ( 8 lanes ) - Normal Mode
Explains Mode 1 x4 mode, 8 lanes, normal mode data transfer.
Mode 2 (x4 mode) ( 8 lanes ) - Cross Mode
Explains Mode 2 x4 mode, 8 lanes, cross mode data transfer.
Mode 0 ( 8 lanes ) - Normal
Explains Mode 0, 8 lanes, normal mode for 4Kx2K output.
Mode 1 ( 8 lanes ) - 4Split
Explains Mode 1, 8 lanes, 4Split for 4Kx2K output.
Mode 2 (8 lanes) (2 Panes Horizontal)
Explains Mode 2, 8 lanes, 2 panes horizontal for 4Kx2K output.
Mode 3 (8 lanes) - (2 panes vertical + 2 panes vertical)
Explains Mode 3, 8 lanes, 2 panes vertical for 4Kx2K output.
Mode 4 (8 lanes) - (2 Panes Vertical + Without splitting)
Explains Mode 4, 8 lanes, 2 panes vertical without splitting for 4Kx2K output.
Mode 5 (16 lanes) - (2 panes vertical + Without splitting)
Explains Mode 5, 16 lanes, 2 panes vertical without splitting for 4Kx2K output.
Mode 6 (16 lanes) - (2 panes vertical + Without splitting)
Explains Mode 6, 16 lanes, 2 panes vertical without splitting for 4Kx2K output.
Mode 7 (16 lanes) - (2 panes vertical + With splitting)
Explains Mode 7, 16 lanes, 2 panes vertical with splitting for 4Kx2K output.
Mode 8 (16 lanes) - (2 Panes Vertical + With Splitting)
Explains Mode 8, 16 lanes, 2 panes vertical with splitting for 4Kx2K output.
Mode 9 (16 lanes) (Without splitting)
Explains Mode 9, 16 lanes, without splitting for 4Kx2K output.
Specifications of each mode when Octal Link
Details specifications for Octal Link modes, explaining Mode 0.
MODE 0 (Octal Link) (4 quarter panes + 2 panes vertical)
Explains Mode 0 Octal Link, 4 quarter panes + 2 panes vertical for 4Kx2K output.
MODE 1 (Octal Link) (4 panes vertical + 2 panes vertical)
Explains Mode 1 Octal Link, 4 panes vertical + 2 panes vertical for 4Kx2K output.
MODE 2 (Octal Link) (2 panes horizontal + 2 panes vertical)
Explains Mode 2 Octal Link, 2 panes horizontal + 2 panes vertical for 4Kx2K output.
MODE 3 (Octal Link) (2 panes vertical + 2 panes vertical)
Explains Mode 3 Octal Link, 2 panes vertical + 2 panes vertical for 4Kx2K output.
MODE 4 (Octal Link) (2 panes vertical output + Without splitting)
Explains Mode 4 Octal Link, 2 panes vertical output without splitting for 4Kx2K output.
MODE 5 (Octal Link) (2 panes vertical output + Without splitting)
Explains Mode 5 Octal Link, 2 panes vertical output without splitting for 4Kx2K output.
MODE 6 (Octal Link) (2 panes vertical output + Without splitting)
Explains Mode 6 Octal Link, 2 panes vertical output without splitting for 4Kx2K output.
MODE 7 (Octal Link) (2 panes vertical output + With splitting)
Explains Mode 7 Octal Link, 2 panes vertical output with splitting for 4Kx2K output.
MODE 8 (Octal Link) (2 Panes Vertical + With Splitting)
Explains Mode 8 Octal Link, 2 panes vertical with splitting for 4Kx2K output.
MODE 9 (Octal Link) (Without splitting)
Explains Mode 9 Octal Link, without splitting for 4Kx2K output.
4.5 iTMDS unit functions and settings
Describes iTMDS unit functions and settings for VM-1876-M9.
4.5.2 Connector and pin assignment
Details connector and pin assignments for iTMDS unit.
4.5.3 iTMDS data transfer method
Describes iTMDS data transfer methods for single and dual (8-bit) modes.
Single (16 bit) Video
Details single mode for 16-bit video.
Dual (16-bit) DVI Mode
Details dual mode for 16-bit video.
Dual (16-bit) iTMDS Mode
Describes dual iTMDS mode for 16-bit video.
Specifications of each mode when Quad Link
Details specifications for Quad Link modes, explaining Mode 0.
MODE 1 (Quad Link) (4 panes vertical)
Explains Mode 1 Quad Link, 4 panes vertical for 4Kx2K output.
MODE 2 (Quad Link) (2 panes horizontal)
Explains Mode 2 Quad Link, 2 panes horizontal for 4Kx2K output.
MODE 3 (Quad Link) (2 panes vertical)
Explains Mode 3 Quad Link, 2 panes vertical for 4Kx2K output.
MODE 4 (Quad Link) (Without splitting)
Explains Mode 4 Quad Link, without splitting for 4Kx2K output.
Specifications of each mode when x4 mode output
Details specifications for x4 mode output, explaining Mode 0.
MODE0 x4 Mode (Quad Link) (Non Dividing Mode)
Explains Mode 0 x4 Mode, Quad Link, Non Dividing Mode.
MODE1 x4 Mode (Quad Link) (Normal Mode)
Explains Mode 1 x4 Mode, Quad Link, Normal Mode.
MODE2 x4 Mode (Quad Link) (Cross Mode)
Explains Mode 2 x4 Mode, Quad Link, Cross Mode.
MODE3 x4 Mode (Quad Link) (Dividing Normal Mode)
Explains Mode 3 x4 Mode, Quad Link, Dividing Normal Mode.
MODE4 x4 Mode (Quad Link) (Dividing Cross Mode)
Explains Mode 4 x4 Mode, Quad Link, Dividing Cross Mode.
Specifications of each mode when Octal Link
Details specifications for Octal Link modes, explaining Mode 0.
MODE 0 (Octal Link) (4 quarter panes + 2 panes vertical)
Explains Mode 0 Octal Link, 4 quarter panes + 2 panes vertical for 4Kx2K output.
MODE 1 (Octal Link) (4 panes vertical + 2 panes vertical)
Explains Mode 1 Octal Link, 4 panes vertical + 2 panes vertical for 4Kx2K output.
MODE 2 (Octal Link) (2 panes horizontal + 2 panes vertical)
Explains Mode 2 Octal Link, 2 panes horizontal + 2 panes vertical for 4Kx2K output.
MODE 3 (Octal Link) (2 panes vertical + 2 panes vertical)
Explains Mode 3 Octal Link, 2 panes vertical + 2 panes vertical for 4Kx2K output.
MODE 4 (Octal Link) (2 panes vertical output + Without splitting)
Explains Mode 4 Octal Link, 2 panes vertical output without splitting for 4Kx2K output.
MODE 5 (Octal Link) (2 panes vertical output + Without splitting)
Explains Mode 5 Octal Link, 2 panes vertical output without splitting for 4Kx2K output.
MODE 6 (Octal Link) (2 panes vertical output + Without splitting)
Explains Mode 6 Octal Link, 2 panes vertical output without splitting for 4Kx2K output.
MODE 7 (Octal Link) (2 panes vertical output + With splitting)
Explains Mode 7 Octal Link, 2 panes vertical output with splitting for 4Kx2K output.
MODE 8 (Octal Link) (2 Panes Vertical + With Splitting)
Explains Mode 8 Octal Link, 2 panes vertical with splitting for 4Kx2K output.
MODE 9 (Octal Link) (Without splitting)
Explains Mode 9 Octal Link, without splitting for 4Kx2K output.
4.5.4 iTMDS output setting items
Describes iTMDS output settings like OFF/ON, iTMDS Or DVI, Mode, Split.
Split Settings
Lists split mode items enabled when Mode is Octal.
4.5.5 Polarity setting of synchronization signal
Describes polarity setting for synchronization signals.
4.5.6 Relationship between Pattern Rendering Bit Length and Dot Clock
Explains relationship between bit length and dot clock for DVI output.
When iTMDS output
Details iTMDS output regarding bit length and dot clock relationship.
4.6 Synchronization unit (multiple VG unit synchronization) functions and settings
Describes synchronization unit functions and settings.
4.6.1 VM-1876-MX output parts
Describes output parts of the VM-1876-MX unit.
4.6.2 Overview of synchronization operation
Explains synchronization operation for multiple VG units.
4.6.3 Connection method
Shows VG unit and VM-1876-MX connection diagrams.
4.6.4 Image of splitting method when synchronizing 4 units
Shows screen split methods for synchronizing 4 VG units.
Number of Lane = 8 lanes x 4 (8K4K 60Hz)
Details number of lanes for 8K4K 60Hz output.
Number of Lane = 16 lanes x 4 (8K4K 120Hz)
Details number of lanes for 8K4K 120Hz output.
4.6.5 Image of splitting method when synchronizing 2 units
Shows screen split methods for synchronizing 2 VG units.
Number of Lane = 16 lanes x 2 (8K4K 60Hz)
Details number of lanes for 8K4K 60Hz output.
4.6.6 Scanning direction image
Shows scanning direction images for Reverse Mode settings.
4.6.7 Synchronization unit setting items
Describes Synchronization unit setting items like Mode, Position, Unit Count, OFF/ON.
4.6.8 Control method
Describes control method for Arbitrary program data.
Chapter 5 Appendix
5.1 DDC power supply max power current consumption
Details DDC power supply current consumption for outputs.
5.2 Trademarks
Lists trademarks and registered trademarks.
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