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- Page 1 Radiance2021 Video Processor Owner’s Manual © Copyright 2009 – 2013 Lumagen, Inc.
- Page 2 ROHS 503-574-2211 14025 SW Farmington Road Suite 280 Beaverton, OR 97005-2513 U.S.A. www.lumagen.com © Copyright 2009 – 2013 Lumagen, Inc.
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Page 3: Warranty Registration
You, within a reasonable time, C.O.D. for an amount that includes the examination, C.O.D. and shipping charges. This Warranty does not include service or parts to repair damage caused by, in Lumagen’s sole opinion, acts of God, acts of war,... -
Page 5: Legal Notices
LEGAL NOTICES: TO THE EXTENT NOT PROHIBITED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL LUMAGEN, ITS SUPPLIERS, OR ITS DEALERS, BE HELD LIABLE FOR INJURY TO PERSONS OR PROPERTY, ANY LOST REVENUE, LOST PROFIT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, CONSEQUENCIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES,... -
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Contents SECTION 1 – INTRODUCTION..........................1 Document Conventions and Menu Navigation......................2 Unpacking................................. 2 Verify that your box contains the following items ..................... 2 Remote Control Battery Installation ......................... 2 Installation Guidelines.............................. 2 SECTION 2 – OVERVIEW ............................3 ................................ - Page 7 Table of Contents HDMI Input Setup..............................15 HDMI Physical Input.............................. 15 HDMI Video Type ..............................16 HDMI Level ................................16 HDMI input EDID Display Information ......................... 16 HDMI input hotplug mode ............................16 HDMI Auto Aspect..............................16 ............................17 NPUT ICTURE ONTROLS Black and White Levels ............................
- Page 8 Table of Contents Configuration Memory Usage..........................27 ............................27 AVING THE ONFIGURATION Save..................................27 Undo ..................................27 Restore ISF calibration............................27 Revert To Factory Settings............................27 SECTION 9 – 3D SUPPORT ............................28 3D T ..................................28 YPES Frame Packed ................................. 28 Side-by-Side ................................
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Page 9: Section 1 - Introduction
Eight channel audio up to 192 kHz, DD True-HD™ 5.1, and DTS Master Audio™ 5.1 Bitstream x IR and RS232 control inputs (See Tech Tip 11 and 12 on the Lumagen.com support page) x Wired IR format command input... -
Page 10: Document Conventions And Menu Navigation
Alternately the Radiance can be installed in an equipment rack by using optional rack ears. Verify that the cooling vents are clear of obstructions to provide convection cooling. Only use the Lumagen approved power supply. Avoid sudden temperature changes, temperature extremes and excessive humidity. -
Page 11: Section 2 - Overview
Audio Output Connection COAX Audio Output M iscellaneous Connections IR format command input (See Tech Tip 9 on the Lumagen.com website). RS232. Used for command input and for software update (See Tech Tip 6 and 11). Power Input (12 Volts DC) -
Page 12: Remote Control
Section 2 – Overview Remote Control Note: PiP/PoP is not available for this product. Power / Standby Input Aspect Ratio Power On 4:3 (1.33) aspect ratio STBY Standby LBOX Letterbox 16:9 16.9 (1.78) aspect ratio Navigation Control 1.85 1.85 aspect ratio Clear menu or partial commands 2.35 2.35 aspect ratio... -
Page 13: Block Diagram
Section 2 – Overview Block Diagram The function of the Radiance is to act as a video switch, process the selected video source and then output video in the appropriate format and resolution. Standard definition (SD), enhanced-definition (ED), and high-definition (HD) video inputs, are supported. Video inputs are converted to progressive video (if necessary) and are then scaled to the video output resolution. -
Page 14: Configuration Memories
Section 2 – Overview As part of the scaling process, digital filtering is used to enhance the image detail. This enhancement allows standard definition inputs, such as DVDs, to appear to be much higher resolution. This is especially valuable when standard-definition sources are viewed on the large screen sizes common in home theaters. Commands can be sent to the Radiance by infrared remote or via the serial RS232 port. -
Page 15: Section 3 - Quick Start Guide
While the Radiance can be connected after the Audio-Video-Receiver (AVR) on the AVR HDMI Output, Lumagen strongly recommends that the Radiance be used as the switching device with Radiance Output 1 connected to an HDMI input on the AVR. This is the default Radiance configuration and will minimize setup effort. -
Page 16: System Configuration Examples
3. Receiver in front of Radiance. Use a receiver in front of the Radiance to switch the video sources. Lumagen recommends against using this configuration. Connect the display to Radiance HDMI Output 2. This output has its audio turned off by default and so is correct by default for this case. -
Page 17: Source Device Connection Examples
Section 4 – Basic Commands 4. Receiver in front of and after the Radiance. Connecting the Radiance both in front of and after the AVR is not recommended, but can be used in special circumstances. This connection scheme can cause HDCP authentication loops, which cause power up and switching issues in some systems. -
Page 18: Section 4 - Basic Commands
Section 4 – Basic Commands Section 4 – Basic Commands Power Turn power on by pressing the ON button. Place the Radiance in standby-mode by pressing STBY. Input Selection The four video inputs are numbered 1 to 4. To select an input press the “Input” button and then press the corresponding number button on the remote. -
Page 19: Status Screen
MemB, MemC, MemD). The “Quick Keys” menu duplicates the function of pressing the corresponding buttons on the Lumagen remote. There are also buttons to control 3D (off, SbyS, TopB). MENU o Quick Keys o (4:3, LBOX, 16:9, 1.85, 2.35, NLS, Zoom+, Zoom-, MemA, MemB, MemC, MemD, ‘3D’Off, ‘3D’Sbys, ‘3D’TopB) -
Page 20: Section 5 - Video Configuration
Section 5 – Video Configuration Section 5 – Video Configuration By default the output is set to “Auto 2,1.” The selection “Auto 2,1” means the Radiance automatically reads the video EDID for the devices connected to both outputs, giving priority to Output 2, and automatically selects the appropriate output resolution. -
Page 21: Output Mode - Global Presets
Section 5 – Video Configuration Output Mode – Global Presets This command is not generally needed. However, it can be useful when driving displays that do not report EDID Output Mode and where no video is visible until a specific format is sent. It changes the for all Inputs and input Output Mode memories. -
Page 22: White Level
Section 5 – Video Configuration (dark contrast) be used to set the display’s black level. This command is also useful when a second black level is desired (using a second output CMS) for a “day” or “night” mode. The command is: MENU o Output o CMS’s o [CMS] o Black o Ok White Level The White-Level control is used to set the white level for the display. -
Page 23: Graybar Intensity
Section 5 – Video Configuration MENU o Output o Styles o [Style] o Aspect Ratio o (Single output aspect, Output aspect per input aspect) o Ok o xxx o Ok Graybar Intensity N OTE: Consult a hom e theater specialist for assistance setting the graybar intensity. Some degree of burn-in will occur on any susceptible displays, but this command can help minimize it by allowing the intensity of the graybars to be adjusted. -
Page 24: Hdmi Video Type
EDID is information that can be read over DVI/ HDMI cables to influence how source devices deliver video, which helps produce an optimal picture. There are 4 settings for the Lumagen EDID interface. The default setting enables User all of the display modes the Radiance supports. -
Page 25: Input Picture Controls
To set the input’s black-level (also referred to as brightness) and white-level (also referred to as contrast) using the Lumagen controls, use a test pattern generator or select PLUGE pattern. Note that the input memory black and contrast are intended to compensate for variations in video source output levels. Use a Radiance contrast pattern and the display’s controls to set the display’s black and white levels. -
Page 26: Vertical Shift
“4:3”, “16:9” or “1.85” button and then press the “NLS” button. The goal is to stretch the image to fill the screen in a way that looks as natural as possible. The Lumagen NLS command is very flexible and allows the image to be adjusted to user preferences to achieve this goal. The NLS adjustments are center width, center stretch, top cropping and bottom cropping. -
Page 27: Input Control Menu
Genlock is used to minimize video delay, for 480i/1080i to 24Hz conversion, and to avoid an occasional dropped or repeated frame. It can slow down source and mode changes, so Lumagen recommends setting Genlock to ‘off’ for cable and satellite set top boxes. The command is:... -
Page 28: Noise Reduction
Section 5 – Video Configuration Noise Reduction Mosquito noise and block artifact noise are both seen in compressed material. The Radiance has both temporal and special noise reduction to help reduce the noise level these artifacts introduce into the image. Block artifact reduction is also supported and can be useful with overly compressed video. -
Page 29: Section 6 - Audio Configuration
Section 7 – Calibration Section 6 – Audio Configuration The Radiance 2021 supports the HDMI 1.4 audio formats. This means that Dolby Digital TrueHD™ and DTS Master-Audio™ “bitstream” formats are available. By default the audio EDID from the device connected to HDMI Output 1 is passed back to all source M EN U o devices. -
Page 30: Audio Menu Navigation
Section 7 – Calibration M EN U o I nput You can over-ride the global Audio EDID for a particular HDMI input by selecting o Audio Setup o Audio EDI D o Custom o OK . Set the audio modes to “Y” (yes) that you want to report back the source for that input. - Page 31 Section 7 – Calibration The “then” Clause The second parameter is the “then” clause. If the “If” conditional is true the “Then” clause is used, otherwise control is passed to the next command line. The options are: User Defined Pass-through audio EDID from Output 1 Pass-through audio EDID from Output 2 Pass-through the common audio modes from Output 1 and Output 2 The SPDIF Output Setting...
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Page 32: Audio User Edid
However, you can improve your picture without hiring a professional if you prefer. You will need to learn how to use the Lumagen test patterns. Then you need to spend time learning how various calibration controls interact and how they affect image quality, with the most important being proper adjustment of the Black level in the display/projector. -
Page 33: Section 8 - Miscellaneous Commands
Section 8 – Miscellaneous Commands Section 8 – Miscellaneous Commands System Settings Menu Mode The menu mode controls what settings can be changed in the menu. In Locked mode nothing can be changed in User Mode, Service Mode (temporary) and Service Mode (permanent). The default setting is User Mode, which allows access to all the basic controls. -
Page 34: On/Off Message
NOTE: Generally the display controls the 3D glasses. In this case the 3D Glasses command is not used. These settings control the Lumagen CRT-3D Eyeglass Adapter when it is connected the HDMI output on the Radiance. The delay setting adjusts when the shutter-glasses switch eyes. If the 3D effect doesn’t look correct it may be that the left and right eyes are swapped. -
Page 35: Zoom Step
This adds an optional top-level menu called “Quick Keys” that gives access to functions that are normally selected using buttons on the Lumagen remote. This menu can be used with programmable remotes that have limited buttons. You can use the arrow buttons on the remote to highlight one of the functions and press “Ok”... -
Page 36: Section 9 - 3D Support
Section 9 – 3D Support Section 9 – 3D Support The Radiance supports HDMI 1.4 “3D”. This includes 3D video source switching, 3D processing, 3D scaling, 3D aspect ratio control, and a number of 3D format conversions. The Radiance can stretch 3D images for a 2.35 screen on systems that use an anamorphic lens. -
Page 37: Separate Left And Right
Section 9 – 3D Support Separate Left and Right The Radiance can accept HDMI 1.4 “3D” video and output either the left-eye or right-eye image for a dual projector 3D system that uses passive 3D glasses. This 3D system configuration uses two Radiance video processors. -
Page 38: 3D Edid Configuration
Section 9 – 3D Support 3D EDID Configuration By default the display’s 3D capability is automatically detected using its EDID information. However, some 3D displays do not properly report their 3D capability in their EDID. This command allows the 3D output capability to be manually enabled (or disabled). -
Page 39: Setup For Non-Compliant 3D Video Sources
3D display. You will need a Radiance 2021 3D, a Lumagen “CRT-3D” sync box” (with a DIN-3 connector on the output), PC 3D infrared emitter (with a DIN-3 connector on the input), and the appropriate 3D glasses. -
Page 40: Section 10 - Darbee Visual Presence
Section 10 – Darbee Video Enhancement Section 10 – Darbee Visual Presence™ The Darbee Visual Presence (DVP™) feature can improve the perceived visual quality of an image. It does this by adding definition and contrast to the image. Darbee DVP can be used with the other Radiance video enhancements, especially the edge enhancement “Sharpness”... -
Page 41: Section 11 - Command Interface
Section 11 – Command Interface Direct Com m ands Direct Commands are entered by using the Lumagen remote control or RS232 interface. See Radiance Tech Tip 13 “Direct Commands and Menu Shortcuts” which contains a complete list commands. This Tech Tip is available for download at http://www.lumagen.com. -
Page 42: Section 12 - Specifications
® x 4 HDMI 1.4a with 3D at up to 1080p60 Processing x Proprietary Lumagen No-Ring™ scaling x Darbee Digital Visual Presence™ (DVP™) enhancement technology x 10-bit processing for deinterlacing plus a 12-bit calibration pipeline ® x Support for HDMI 1.4 “3D”...
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