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VPS-2300 HDTV Video Scaler/Processor User Guide
Crystalio is the realisation of a dream long held by the engineers and product designers at Pixel Magic Systems
Ltd. To create a modular, expandable, network ready video processing solution using the best of breed
components, to deliver a truly breathtaking visual experience at an affordable price point.
"We dreamt of a product that would be powerful and configurable enough for the Videophile, but at the same time
accessible to the film enthusiast that cares about the picture, not the technology. Finally, it had to integrate with
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the new breed of 21
century 'connected homes'. We are happy that we achieved these goals"
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  • Page 1 VPS-2300 HDTV Video Scaler/Processor User Guide Crystalio is the realisation of a dream long held by the engineers and product designers at Pixel Magic Systems Ltd. To create a modular, expandable, network ready video processing solution using the best of breed components, to deliver a truly breathtaking visual experience at an affordable price point.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    How did it all start? ............................8 Video Processing Technology Primer....................... 11 Aspect Ratio Conversion ..........................11 Putting it all together............................. 12 Overview of Crystalio Controls and Connections....................13 Front Panel Controls ............................ 13 Rear Panel ..............................17 Getting Started..............................20 Mains ................................
  • Page 3 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Available Modes............................26 Configuration (Standard) ..........................26 Configuration (Custom) ..........................27 3. Video Settings .............................. 28 Description ..............................28 Available Modes............................28 Configuration..............................29 4. Advanced ..............................30 Description ..............................30 Available Modes............................30 5. System Config.............................. 39 Description ..............................
  • Page 4 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Safety Information..............................74 Support and Warranty Information ........................76 Rev 1.2.0 Page 4...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Introduction Thank you for purchasing Crystalio, the next generation of video processors! Before we get started let us just check that you have all of the following contents: • Crystalio VPS-2300 Video Processor • Remote Control •...

  • Page 6: Compatible Equipment

    Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Compatible Equipment Any source device capable of outputting • Composite Video • S-Video • RGsB (Sync on Green) • RGBs (Separate Sync) • Component (Y-Pb-Pr) • VGA (HD15) • Digital DVI • SDI (Serial Digital Interface) Any analogue or digital display capable of inputting •...

  • Page 7: Product Registration

    To ensure that you are covered by the 12 month warranty, you must ensure that you register your product. Registration is completed online at www.crystalio.com/support and will just take a couple of minutes. You will need your serial number so please make a note of it prior to installing your Crystalio.

  • Page 8: Video Processing History

    Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Video Processing History Crystalio is designed to deliver the best viewing experience from your video sources and video display device. This is achieved by using award winning technology from Faroudja, inventors of the DCDi® technology which is used in a wide range of different domestic and professional AV components.

  • Page 9: Why Do I Need Crystalio

    (or your installer) to optimise the performance of your overall system to a far greater extent than the systems built in to other equipment. Crystalio also allows you to enjoy this performance from many different types of source device, from basic composite video...
  • Page 10 This means that Crystalio is maximising the performance of all of your video sources, from your old SVHS recordings, your collection of video games consoles, DVD player etc – you can rest assured that when you are viewing these through Crystalio you are seeing them all at their best.

  • Page 11: Video Processing Technology Primer

    Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Video Processing Technology Primer Aspect Ratio Conversion The aspect ratio of a video source describes the proportion of the image’s width versus its height. Traditionally, programs made for television have been made at a 4:3 aspect ratio (for every 3 units high the picture is 4 units wide), whereas films have used widescreen aspect ratios (16:9 or wider).

  • Page 12: Putting It All Together

    Putting it all together Crystalio is the only video processor on the market that uses the latest Faroudja FL2300 DCDi® central processor, so quite simply if you want to enjoy the benefit of over 30 years of pioneering video excellence –...

  • Page 13: Overview Of Crystalio Controls And Connections

    Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Overview of Crystalio Controls and Connections Crystalio has been designed to be very flexible and highly configurable, yet at the same time very easy to use. a number of unique features make this possible First of all, let us familiarise ourselves with the basic controls and indicators...

  • Page 14: Input Button

    On - analogue video output is in RGB mode • Off - analogue video output is in Component Y-Pb-Pr mode Input button Cycles through the various Crystalio video input sources, e.g., SDI1, SDI2, SDI3, Component1, etc. (see table below) Input Name...
  • Page 15 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Output button Cycles through the Crystalio output modes, <RGBHV>, <RGB(Cs)>, <DVI>, <YPbPr> and <YCbCr> Rev 1.2.0 Page 15...
  • Page 16 To select item or confirm setting, press <OK> • To escape and go back one level up of menu setup, press <CANCEL> Status Display When Crystalio is not in setup menu mode, it shows the status display, which includes the following useful information: • Video input source •...

  • Page 17: Rear Panel

    Power Supply Voltage Selector This must be set to the voltage appropriate to your supply, either 110v or 220v AC. It should have been set correctly by your supplying dealer. Ensure that this is correctly set BEFORE connecting Crystalio to your power supply Video Input connectors These allow you to connect your video sources to Crystalio.
  • Page 18 Digital The DVI (Digital Video Interface) provides the best possible video connection from Crystalio. If you are connecting to a display device that has a DVI terminal then this should be used, as it allows the video information to be passed directly to the display without any conversion from digital to analogue.
  • Page 19 Allows Crystalio to be upgraded using USB ‘memory stick’ devices. RJ45 Ethernet connection Allows Crystalio to be connected to a computer network. Future applications planned for this feature include remote configuration and control of Crystalio RS232 DB9 Male Serial connection To allow Crystalio to be controlled by home theatre control systems Rev 1.2.0...

  • Page 20: Getting Started

    / electrical shock. 2. Connect Crystalio to a power point using the mains cable provided. Video Inputs Crystalio includes a comprehensive set of inputs to allow you to connect a wide range of video sources. For the best results you should •...

  • Page 21: Video Outputs

    (denoted by a number and then the letter ‘i’, for example 480i) The reason for this is that Crystalio features state of the art technology for converting interlaced video in to progressive video, and will usually deliver higher performance than the converter in your source device.

  • Page 22: Switch On

    If you do not see video as expected, then refer to the Troubleshooting section. Configure Output Format / Resolution For optimum display you should set Crystalio to output a video signal that matches your display perfectly. See the section Crystalio Configuration section for details on how to achieve this.

  • Page 23: Crystalio Configuration

    This can be set in 3 different ways 1. Select your device from the list of named devices If your device is listed on the Crystalio library of devices, then simply select it from the list as follows Rev 1.2.0...
  • Page 24 System Config ► Output Selection ► RGBHV or DVI System Config ► Resolution ► Preset Models ► select from list Note: if your device is not listed, then do not worry; you can still configure Crystalio to match your device settings as described in the next section.

  • Page 25: Input Select

    Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 1. Input Select Description This option allows you to select the active video source. Note that if you have configured Crystalio to hide 1 or more sources, then these will not be shown. Available Modes 1. Input Select...

  • Page 26: Aspect Ratio

    Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 2. Aspect Ratio Description Crystalio features sophisticated Aspect Control management using UltraAR™, allowing almost any aspect ratio (including custom ratios) to be used with almost any device. Available Modes 2. Aspect Ratio Source Material Aspect Ratio...

  • Page 27: Configuration (Custom)

    Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Configuration (Custom) • Enter setup mode by pressing < SETUP > • Aspect Ratio • Select the Customize option. o <LEFT KEY> to decrease aspect ratio o <RIGHT KEY> to increase aspect ratio o <OK> confirm selection o <CANCEL>...

  • Page 28: Video Settings

    Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 3. Video Settings Description Crystalio allows you to configure the appearance of the video being displayed, with a range of parameters. Available Modes 3. Video Setting Function Available range Brightness Adjusts display brightness -999 to 999...

  • Page 29: Configuration

    Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Configuration • Enter setup mode by pressing <SETUP> • Video Settings • select the appropriate Video Setting from the list o <LEFT KEY> to decrease value o <RIGHT KEY> to increase value o <UP> to increase value in increments of 10 o <DOWN>...

  • Page 30: Advanced

    Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 4. Advanced Description These settings allow Crystalio to be configured to suit complex environments, enabling you to configure many of the Faroudja video processing options to maximise the picture quality. Note The DCDi®, Deinterlace and Noise Reducer will be hidden in this menu of HDTV input has been selected.
  • Page 31 Film 2:2 Pulldown Even (PAL only) • Film 2:2 Pulldown Odd (PAL only) Video DCDi® de-interlacing only NTSC@30 On Crystalio will automatically select the most appropriate de-interlace method. The method selected can either be • Film 3:2 Pulldown • Film 2:2 Pulldown Even (NTSC/PAL) •...
  • Page 32 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 4. Advanced Available modes True Life ™ Conventional video enhancement is done by a “peaking filter” that enhances the high-frequency components of the video signal. However, this creates unwanted artefacts. Faroudja does not use a peaking filter to enhance an image, instead it uses its TrueLife™...
  • Page 33 This setting allows the displayed image to be scaled to perfectly fit the display device. Full Width Crystalio will set the width of the image to match the dimensions of the display device Full Height Crystalio will set the height of the image to match the dimensions of the display...
  • Page 34 This setting allows the displayed image to be moved to perfectly fit the display device. Center Crystalio will reset the image position to be central on the display device Customize This allows fine manual control over the exact image position Configuration Enter setup mode by pressing <SETUP>...
  • Page 35 Crystalio automatically limits the position function to ensure that the image is not moved completely off the visible area Crop...
  • Page 36 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 4. Advanced Available modes <OK> confirm selection <CANCEL> to cancel the selection Note When initially pressing the arrow keys the image will crop 30 pixels at a time. If the same arrow key is held then the crop rate will accelerate, similarly if the opposite key is pressed the crop rate will decelerate.
  • Page 37 Note – the power LED cannot be disabled. Hide Input Crystalio has a comprehensive set of input connections. For ease of use it may be more convenient to remove any unused inputs from the menu selections. For example, if you are not using Composite video connections, then by hiding these inputs it reduces 8 items from the input menu.
  • Page 38 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 4. Advanced Available modes Remap Button On Crystalio remote control, there are no “16:9 Letter Box” nor “Toggle D/A” buttons. User can redefine some buttons to perform these operations 16:9 Letter Box • N/A(default) • 2:35:1 [ “2:35:1” button is replaced with “16:9 LetterBox” function] Toggle D / A •...

  • Page 39: System Config

    Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 5. System Config Description The settings in this section are used during the initial installation and setup. These settings include defining the display device parameters, connection types etc. Available Modes 5 System Config Available modes Input Format SDTV Standard Definition video –...
  • Page 40 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 5 System Config Available modes 1080i@50Hz 1080 Hi-Definition (HD) interlaced video with refresh rate 50 1080i@60Hz 1080 Hi-Definition (HD) interlaced video with refresh rate 60 800x600p Resolution 800x600 video source 1024x768p Resolution 1024x768 video source 1280x1024p...
  • Page 41 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 5 System Config Available modes Adjust the Y position of HD active window. Note HD Active Wnd only available for Hi-Definition input port Different HD input port has its own HD Active Wnd setting Output Select This configures the format of the analogue video outputs.
  • Page 42 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 5 System Config Available modes • Mrz VP-12S3 • JVC SX21 • JVC DLA-G10 • JVC DLA-G11 • JVC DLA-G15 • JVC DLA-G20 • JVC DLA-HX1 • JVC DLA-M2000 • JVC DLA-M15U • NEC 42MP2 •...
  • Page 43 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 5 System Config Available modes 1280x720 Sets the output resolution to 1280x720 1280x768 Sets the output resolution to 1280x768 1280x960 Sets the output resolution to 1280x960 1280x1024 Sets the output resolution to 1280x1024 1360x768 Sets the output resolution to 1360x768...
  • Page 44 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 5 System Config Available modes 1366x768 Sets the output resolution to 1366x768 852x480 Sets the output resolution to 852x480 852x576 Sets the output resolution to 852x576 1024x576(1) Sets the output resolution to 1024x576 but with different timing as before...
  • Page 45 Customize If your display does not match any of the pre-defined settings then you can enter the parameters here to match Crystalio exactly to its characteristics. Note: Before you modify these settings it is important that you check the capabilities of the display device.
  • Page 46 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 5 System Config Available modes Enter the horizontal front porch H. Sync Width Set the horizontal sync width H. Back Porch Enter the horizontal back porch V. Refresh Rate Enter the vertical refresh rate in the format xx.yy frames per second V.
  • Page 47 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 5 System Config Available modes Configuration Enter setup mode by pressing <SETUP> 5. System Config ► Resolution ► Customize select the appropriate parameter from the list <LEFT KEY> to left digit <RIGHT KEY> to right digit <UP KEY>...
  • Page 48 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 5 System Config Available modes Note: User can store up to 50 customized timing in Crystalio. Output Format 480p@59.94Hz 480 progressive NTSC video with 59.94Hz refresh rate 480p@60Hz 480 progressive NTSC video with 60Hz refresh rate...
  • Page 49 720 Hi-Definition (HD) progressive video but with different timing as before Set Refresh Rt If your display does not match the pre-defined refresh rate settings then you can enter the parameters here to match Crystalio exactly to its characteristics. Options: •...
  • Page 50 Set customize refresh rate that not in the list above. Customized Refresh Rate The customized refresh rate will store the user defined refresh rate timing. The timing will be stored even user turn off Crystalio. Apply Apply the current selected customized refresh rate timing Edit Change the customized refresh rate timing detail.
  • Page 51 Rename the name of customized refresh rate timing. Note: User can store up to 50 customized timing in Crystalio. DynaVout When activated Crystalio will set the output video format dynamically based on the input video. When NTSC IN Options •...
  • Page 52 Sets the screen aspect ratio Map Resolution In this mode Crystalio looks at the pixel dimensions of the configured display device and sets the aspect ratio accordingly. E.g. if the display has a resolution set to 1024x768 then the aspect ratio is deemed to be 4:3 Screen aspect ratio is 4:3 (1.33:1)
  • Page 53 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 5 System Config Available modes Allows the screen aspect ratio to be set to a non standard/custom setting. Configuration Enter setup mode by pressing <ENTER> 5. System Config ► Screen A.R. ► Customize <LEFT KEY> to decrease ratio <RIGHT KEY>...
  • Page 54 DCI PassThr For using HDTV DVI input, user can select this option to enable DVI pass through such that no scaling part will be performed by Crystalio. The output of Crystalio will automatically changed according the input format of source.
  • Page 55 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 5 System Config Available modes SDI 1 2. Aspect Ratio Same as Screen 3. Video Settings Brightness = 0 Contrast = 0 Color = 0 Hue = 0 Sharpness = 0 R Offset = 0 G Offset = 0...
  • Page 56 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 5 System Config Available modes LEDs = Active Hide Input all Input Terminals = Show 5. System Config Input Format all standard definition video input terminals = SDTV Input Format all Hi-Definition (HD) video input terminals = HDTV...

  • Page 57: Profile

    6. A.R Profile Description Crystalio allows detailed configuration of aspect ratios, image size and position, and this feature is further enhanced by the ability to store up to 5 sets of aspect ratio profiles. Each profile stores the following settings...
  • Page 58 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 6. A.R Profile Available modes Recall When selected the current image settings are recalled • Aspect Ratio • Zoom • Position • Crop Select a memory store from the following list to recall the settings from : •...

  • Page 59: Video Profile

    7. Video Profile Description Crystalio allows detailed configuration of video parameters (colour, contrast, brightness etc), and this feature is further enhanced by the ability to store up to 5 sets of user defined video profiles Each profile stores the following settings...
  • Page 60 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 7. Video Profile Available modes R, G, B Offset R, G, B Gain Pre YC Delay Post YC Delay Sharpness Noise Reducer De-interlace Mode TrueLife Select a memory store from the following list • User 1 •...
  • Page 61 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide 7. Video Profile Available modes Select a memory store from the following list to recall the settings from : • User 1 • User 2 • User 3 • User 4 • User 5 Rev 1.2.0...

  • Page 62: Pixel Magic System

    DVD player with a digital video connection. This means either a DVI or an SDI connection. The reason for this is that only a digital connection guarantees 100% lossless transfer of the DVD information to Crystalio, necessary for the most accurate setup results.
  • Page 63 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide As described in the prompt shown on the Crystalio display, select and play Chapter 1 of the DVD on your DVD player. Step 4 Press < RIGHT > button and go to page 2. Step 5 Crystalio now scales the video so that it is exactly same size as the source resolution If the timing is not correct, select “Custom Timing”...
  • Page 64 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide <ENTER> button is the same as pressing the <RIGHT> button PixelMagic use “2:2 pulldown” de-interlacing method throughout the whole process, so you will see both “Film” and “2:2 pulldown” LEDs illuminated. Rev 1.2.0 Page 64...

  • Page 65: Remote Control (Optional)

    Crystalio comes complete with a fully programmable infra red remote control (model SRC-2010) to allow convenient access to all of the main functions. For ease of use, the main Crystalio keys are replicated on the remote control as follows Remote Control Keys Crystalio Keys <LEFT>...

  • Page 66: Main Menu

    The remote control also features a clear LCD display to allow easy navigation. Main Menu The main page consists of 2 sub pages, Page 1 is pre-programmed with three Crystalio submenus, Page 2 is configurable to support the other AV components within your home theater.

  • Page 67: Crystalio 1 Sub-Menu

    Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Crystalio 1 sub-menu Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Source Selection Aspect Ratio Control De-interlacing options Front Panel Settings Equivalent to front panel menu option: 1. Input Select 2. Aspect Ratio 4. Advanced ►...

  • Page 68: Crystalio 2 Sub-Menu

    Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Crystalio 2 sub-menu Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Aspect Ratio Profiles Video Profiles Video Adjustments Image Size Adjustments Equivalent to front panel menu option(s): 6. A.R. Profile ► 7. Video Profile ► 3. Video Settings 4.

  • Page 69: Crystalio 3 Sub-Menu

    Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Crystalio 3 sub-menu Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Image Position System Configuration DynaVout Output Resolution Adjustments Aspect Ratio and Video Control Profile setup Equivalent to front panel menu option(s): 4. Advanced ► 5. System Config ►...

  • Page 70: Troubleshooting

    • Ensure that Crystalio is active (see above) • Note that it can take up to 1 minute from switching on before the video is displayed as Crystalio completes its initialization process • Check that the correct video input has been selected, that it is correctly cabled and the video source is active •...

  • Page 71: Product Support

    Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Product Support Crystalio is designed to provide you with many years of viewing pleasure. If for any reason you encounter a problem with your Crystalio unit then please follow this procedure: Carefully follow the steps shown in the Troubleshooting section...

  • Page 72: Specifications

    • TrueLife™ enhancer brings out details in the picture and produces a more life-like image • Pixel Magic System™ to help users set Crystalio® output resolution to various display devices in pixel perfect mode • UltraAR™ supports virtually any Video Image aspect ratio from 0.75:1 to 4.00:1, and Display Device aspect ratio from 1:1 to 3:1 •...
  • Page 73 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide • Various Zoom controls including "Best Fit", "Full Width", "Full Height", and customization from 0.5 to 10 times screen height • User-friendly user interface and remote control • Firmware upgradeable through built-in Ethernet and USB ports •...
  • Page 74 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Safety Information • To ensure maximum performance, please read this manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future reference. • Install this unit in a cool, dry, clean place – away from windows, heat sources, sources of excessive vibration, dust, moisture and cold.
  • Page 75 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide • This unit is not disconnected from the AC power source as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if this unit itself is turned off. This state is called the standby mode. In this mode, this unit is designed to consume a small amount of power.
  • Page 76 Crystalio VPS-2300 User Guide Support and Warranty Information Pixel Magic Systems Limited ("PMS") warrants Crystalio for One-Year from date of purchase to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in material and workmanship. If, after inspection, you discover any defects in material or workmanship, PMS will have the option to repair, or replace the defective PMS product free of charge.

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