Kramer DigiTOOLS 7408 User Manual

Kramer DigiTOOLS 7408 User Manual

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Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
Preliminary
USER MANUAL
Model:
7408
SDI to Analog Converter

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  • Page 1 Kramer Electronics, Ltd. Preliminary USER MANUAL Model: 7408 SDI to Analog Converter...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table 2: Setting the DIP-switches   Table 3: DIP-Switch Settings (AUTO, PAL, and NTSC)   Table 4: Technical Specifications of the 7408 SDI to Analog Converter   Table 5: Structure of the Protocol   Table 6: Instruction Set for the 7408...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    GROUP 7: Scan Converters and Scalers; GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors; GROUP 9: Room Connectivity; GROUP 10: Accessories and Rack Adapters; GROUP 11: Sierra Products 2 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com 3 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com...
  • Page 4: Quick Start

    Getting Started Quick Start This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation steps. KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY...
  • Page 5: Overview

    Overview Overview The Kramer DigiTOOLS 7408 SDI to Analog Converter is a high quality, full 10-bit SDI to Analog video converter in a Kramer Tool housing. The 7408 SDI to Analog Converter is a multi-standard unit, converting 525-line SDI to NTSC or NTSC4.43, and 625-line SDI to PAL-B/D/G/H/I/N.
  • Page 6: Figure 1: 7408 Sdi To Analog Converter

    Your 7408 SDI to Analog Converter Figure 1: 7408 SDI to Analog Converter Table 1: 7408 SDI to Analog Converter Feature Function +12V DC connector for powering the unit 12V DC V / C BNC connector Connect to: component video or composite video and/or s-Video U / Y BNC connector acceptors (according to DIP-switch selection −...
  • Page 7: Using Your 7408 Sdi To Analog Converter

    Warning: Do not cover the 7408 1 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your 7408. After connecting your 7408, switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device...
  • Page 8: Connecting To The 7408 Via Rs-232

    Using Your 7408 SDI to Analog Converter Figure 2: Connecting a 7408 SDI to Analog Converter Connecting to the 7408 via RS-232 You can connect to the unit via a crossed RS-232 connection, using for example, a PC. A crossed cable or null-modem is required as shown in method A and B respectively.
  • Page 9: Setting The Dip-Switches

    3 and 5 to be connected, you are free to decide whether to connect only these 3 pins or all 9 pins. Figure 4: Straight Cable RS-232 Connection with a Null-Modem Adapter Setting the DIP-Switches Configure the 7408 unit by setting the DIP-switches, as Table 2 defines: Table 2: Setting the DIP-switches...
  • Page 10: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Table 4 includes the technical specifications: Table 4: Technical Specifications of the 7408 SDI to Analog Converter INPUT: 1 SDI: SMPTE-259M, ITU-R BT.601 on a BNC connector OUTPUTS: 1 reclocked SDI: SMPTE-259M, ITU-R BT.601 on a BNC connector;...
  • Page 11: Communication Protocol (Ver 0.1)

    Communication Protocol (Ver 0.1) RS-232 communication between the 7408 and the PC is done using the following protocol. The protocol uses four bytes of information, and data is at 9600 baud, no parity, 8 data bits and 1 stop bit. The controller and machine should be connected...
  • Page 12 Note that the video parameter values range from 0 (minimum) up to 255dec (maximum), and do not necessarily correspond with the number displayed on the panel of the 7408. If a value outside the legal range of a particular parameter is sent, the error code will be returned.
  • Page 13 3 = PAL-N 64dec (40hex)= Invalid or no input detected Note that when the DIP-switches are set for a fixed standard, the 7408 will reply by sending the code for the fixed standard. INSTRUCTION 16dec – ERROR If the machine receives an invalid instruction, it replies by sending this error code.
  • Page 14 EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES The liability of Kramer for any effective products is limited to the repair or replacement of the product at our option. Kramer shall not be liable for: 1. Damage to other property caused by defects in this product, damages based upon inconvenience, loss of use of the product, loss of time, commercial loss;...
  • Page 15 For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors, visit our Web site: www.kramerelectronics.com where updates to this user manual may be found. We welcome your questions, comments and feedback. Safety Warning: Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening/servicing.

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