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  • Page 1 3GSDI HDMI 3GSDI Audio Embedder Scaler GEF-3GSDI-2-HDS User Manual Release A6...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    3GSDI to HDMI Scaler Important Safety Instructions GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this product near water. Clean only with a dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

  • Page 3: Warranty Information

    Gefen warrants the equipment it manufactures to be free from defects in material and workmanship. If equipment fails because of such defects and Gefen is notified within two (2) years from the date of shipment, Gefen will, at its option, repair or replace the equipment, provided that the equipment has not been subjected to mechanical, electrical, or other abuse or modifications.
  • Page 4 3GSDI to HDMI Scaler is a trademark of Gefen, LLC. Important Notice Gefen, LLC reserves the right to make changes in the hardware, packaging, and any accompanying documentation without prior written notice. HDMI, the HDMI logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing in the United States and other countries.
  • Page 5 3GSDI Audio Embedder 3GSDI to HDMI Scaler Operating Notes • The built-in On-Screen Display (OSD) provides convenient operation of the Scaler. The supplied IR Remote control operates the OSD. • The IR Remote Control IR channel must be identical to that of the Scaler. •...

  • Page 6: Packing List

    Packing List The 3GSDI to HDMI Scaler ships with the items listed below. If any of these items are not present in your box when you first open it, immediately contact your dealer or Gefen. • 1 x 3GSDI to HDMI Scaler •...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    3GSDI Audio Embedder 3GSDI to HDMI Scaler Table of Contents Getting Started Panel Layout ......................2 Front Panel ....................2 Back Panel ....................3 IR Remote Control Unit ..................4 Front ......................4 Back ......................5 Installing the Battery ..................6 Setting the IR Channel ..................

  • Page 11: 01 Getting Started

    3GSDI HDMI Scaler 01 Getting Started Panel Layout ......................2 Front Panel ....................2 Back Panel ....................3 IR Remote Control Unit ..................4 Front ......................4 Back ......................5 Installing the Battery ..................6 Setting the IR Channel .................. 6 Installation ......................

  • Page 12: Panel Layout

    Getting Started Panel Layout Front Panel Name Description This IR sensor receives signals from the IR remote control unit (not included). 3GSDI This LED will glow blue when 3GSDI signals are detected on the output. Power This LED indicator will glow bright red when the scaler is powered ON.

  • Page 13: Back Panel

    Getting Started Panel Layout Back Panel Name Description RS-232-422 Connect the included RS-232 cable between this port and the RS-232 control device. RS-232 Configuration for more information. USB In This USB port is used to update the firmware on the scaler. See Firmware Update Procedure for more information.

  • Page 14: Ir Remote Control Unit

    Getting Started IR Remote Control Unit Front Name Description Activity indicator This LED glows bright orange when a key is pressed on the remote. Used to control features in the On-Screen A/S/D/W/ ENTER Display. See The On-Screen Display details. MENU Displays / hides the On-Screen Display SOURCE This button has no function.

  • Page 15: Back

    Getting Started IR Remote Control Unit Back (shown with cover removed) Name Description DIP switch bank Use these DIP switches to set the IR channel of the remote. See Setting the IR Channel for details. Primary battery slot Holds the battery for operating the remote. (shown without battery) Use only 3V CR2032-type batteries.

  • Page 16: Installing The Battery

    Getting Started IR Remote Control Unit Installing the Battery The IR remote control unit ships with two batteries. Only one battery is required for operation. The second battery is a spare. Use only 3V CR2032-type batteries. Remove the back cover the IR Remote Control unit. Insert the included battery into the primary battery slot.

  • Page 17: Installation

    Sample Wiring Diagram SDI CABLE HDMI CABLE 3G-SDI COAX AUDIO CABLE Loop Output 3G-SDI Loop Output 3G-SDI Source 3G-SDI Source Scaler HD Display Audio Receiver GEF-3GSDI-2-HDS WARNING: This product should always be connected to a grounded electrical AC outlet. page | 7...

  • Page 19: Operating The 3Gsdi To Hdmi Scaler

    3GSDI HDMI Scaler 02 Operating the 3GSDI to HDMI Scaler The On-Screen Display ..................10 Accessing the On-Screen Display ............... 10 Moving Around in the OSD ................. 11 General Menu ..................... 12 Patterns Menu ..................... 13 Output Menu ....................14 Input Menu ....................

  • Page 20: The On-Screen Display

    Using the 3GSDI to HDMI Scaler The On-Screen Display Accessing the On-Screen Display The 3GSDI to HDMI Scaler uses a built-in OSD (On-Screen Display) to manage and control all scaler features. To access the OSD, point the included IR remote control unit at the IR sensor on the front panel of the scaler and press the MENU button.

  • Page 21: Moving Around In The Osd

    Using the 3GSDI to HDMI Scaler The On-Screen Display Moving Around in the OSD A / D Use the buttons on the IR remote control unit to move left and right between each S / W of the tabs. Once the desired menu is selected, press the buttons to access each feature within the menu.

  • Page 22: General Menu

    Using the 3GSDI to HDMI Scaler The On-Screen Display General Menu General ► Language Sets the language of the OSD. Select the desired language and press the ENTER key. Options Description English (default) Sets the OSD in English French Localizes the OSD in French General ►...

  • Page 23: Patterns Menu

    Using the 3GSDI to HDMI Scaler The On-Screen Display Patterns Menu Patterns ► Color Bars Produces a color bar pattern, similar to a standard SMPTE bar pattern used for color calibration. After selecting this option, press the ENTER button to enable / disable the color bar pattern.

  • Page 24: Output Menu

    Using the 3GSDI to HDMI Scaler The On-Screen Display Output Menu Output ► Available Formats If this option is set to Monitor Supported, then only output resolutions found in the EDID of the display can be selected. If set to All, then any of the available output resolutions, provided by the scaler, can be selected.
  • Page 25 Using the 3GSDI to HDMI Scaler The On-Screen Display Output ► Graphic Output Format Selects the graphic (VESA) output resolution. See Supported Video and Graphic Formats for a list of available output formats. Output ► Custom Output Format This option customized the output format. Options Description HTotal...
  • Page 26 Using the 3GSDI to HDMI Scaler The On-Screen Display The following table lists the Refresh Rates and their corresponding values (0 - 13). Value Refresh (frame) rate Value Refresh (frame) rate 23.98 59.94 29.97 Output ► Link Configuration Selects the output link configuration with respect to color space. Options Default RGB 4:4:4...
  • Page 27 Using the 3GSDI to HDMI Scaler The On-Screen Display Output ► Deep Color Sets the deep color mode. When set to Automatic, the deep color is programmed according to the EDID of the sink device. Options Description Default Automatic EDID-specified color Automatic Force 8 bits Forces 8-bit color...

  • Page 28: Input Menu

    Using the 3GSDI to HDMI Scaler The On-Screen Display Input Menu Input ► Input Format Selects the resolution and timing of the input format. By default, this is set to Auto Detect which automatically senses the resolution and timing of the input signal. The available resolutions under this menu are in SD and HD format.
  • Page 29 Using the 3GSDI to HDMI Scaler The On-Screen Display Input ► Clean Aperture Allows adjustment of the input signal position. The clean aperture parameters allow an area within the production aperture to be defined. The minimum clean aperture size is 0 pixels by 0 lines.
  • Page 30 Using the 3GSDI to HDMI Scaler The On-Screen Display Input ► Remote Channel This option changes the IR channel to between 0 and 3. When the remote channel of the Scaler is changed, the DIP switches on the IR remote must be changed to the corresponding IR channel in order to operate the Scaler.

  • Page 31: Picture Menu

    Using the 3GSDI to HDMI Scaler The On-Screen Display Picture Menu Picture ► Image Colour Allows individual adjustment of the Red, Green, and Blue color components, brightness, and black level (RGB/Y Output Offset) of the image. Options Description Range Default Contrast Red Red contrast 0 ...
  • Page 32 Using the 3GSDI to HDMI Scaler The On-Screen Display Picture ► Gamma Correction Adjusts the Gamma coefficient. Two predefined tables are available: Default and sRGB. The User Table setting will use the Gamma Lookup Table (LUT) currently stored in the EEPROM.
  • Page 33 Using the 3GSDI to HDMI Scaler The On-Screen Display Picture ► Output Color Range The RGB output color range may be set to limited (16 - 235) or to full (0 - 255). Options Description Auto (default) Use color range of output signal 16 - 235 Color range of output signal is limited 0 - 255...

  • Page 34: Layout Menu

    Using the 3GSDI to HDMI Scaler The On-Screen Display Layout Menu Layout ► Size and Position Set the size and the position of the image. Note that this option is not available in the panoramic aspect mode. Options Description Range Default Horizontal Size Horizontal size...

  • Page 35: Aspect Menu

    Using the 3GSDI to HDMI Scaler The On-Screen Display Aspect Menu Aspect ► Full Screen Stretches the output signal to fill the display. This is the default setting. Aspect ► Letter / Pillar Box Sets the aspect ratio to fit a letter or pillar box format. Aspect ►...
  • Page 36 Using the 3GSDI to HDMI Scaler The On-Screen Display Aspect ► Extract This a function allows the Scaler to zoom in on a subset of the input video signal. This feature allow you to zoom on one selected section of the input picture. Options Description Range...

  • Page 39: 03 Advanced Operation

    3GSDI HDMI Scaler 03 Advanced Operation RS-232 Configuration ..................30 RS-232 Interface ..................30 RS-232 Settings ..................30 RS-232 Commands ..................... 31...

  • Page 40: Rs-232 Configuration

    Advanced Operation RS-232 Configuration RS-232 Interface DE-9 DA-15 RS-232 Controller Scaler DB-25 DC-37 Only TXD, RXD, and GND pins are used. RS-232 Settings Description Setting DD-50 115200 Baud rate Data bits None Parity Stop bits None Hardware flow control IMPORTANT: When sending RS-232 commands, a carriage return must be included at the end of the command.

  • Page 41: Rs-232 Commands

    Advanced Operation RS-232 Commands Command Description #aspect Sets the aspect ratio of the output signal #audio Changes the audio channel #autolock Enables / disables automatic Genlock #blacklev Sets the black level of the output signal #bright Sets the brightness of the specified color component #cleanaper Defines an area within the production aperture #colrange...
  • Page 42 Advanced Operation RS-232 Commands #aspect The #aspect command sets the aspect ratio of the output signal. Syntax: #aspect param1 Parameters: param1 Aspect ratio [1 ... 5] Value Description Full screen Letter / Pillar box Panoramic Extract Through Notes: If the Extract or Through mode is selected, the default values are used. To modify the parameters for Extract or Through mode refer to these commands in this manual.
  • Page 43 Advanced Operation RS-232 Commands #autolock The #autolock command enables or disables the Genlock mode. The default setting for param1 is 0. Syntax: #autolock param1 Parameters: Aspect ratio [0 ... 1] param1 Value Description Disable Enable #blacklev The #blacklev command sets the black level of the output signal. This is the equivalent of adjusting the RGB/Y Output Offset using the OSD.
  • Page 44 Advanced Operation RS-232 Commands #bright The #bright command sets the color brightness for the specified color component. The default setting for param2 is 50. Syntax: #bright param1 param2 Parameters: Color [0 ... 2] param1 Value Description Green Blue param2 Color level [0 ...
  • Page 45 Advanced Operation RS-232 Commands #colrange The #colrange command sets the color range to limited (16 - 235) or full (0 - 255). Full color range (0 - 255) is only available for RGB 4:4:4 output link configuration. The default setting for param1 is 0. Syntax: #colrange param1 Parameters:...
  • Page 46 Advanced Operation RS-232 Commands #custom The #custom command modifies the output format. The minimum and maximum values depend upon the current output format. The attribute is specified by param1. Use param2 to set the value of the attribute, specified by param1. Syntax: #custom param1 param2 Parameters:...
  • Page 47 Advanced Operation RS-232 Commands Description Min. Value Max. Value Vertical Total V. Active + V. Sync Back Porch 3500 Vertical Active V. Total - V. Sync Back Porch* Vertical Sync Back V. Total - V. Active Porch Vertical Sync Width V.
  • Page 48 Advanced Operation RS-232 Commands #deepcolor The #deepcolor command sets the deep color mode. The default value for param1 is Automatic (Auto). Syntax: #deepcolor param1 Parameters: Value [0 ... 1] param1 Value Description Auto Force 8-bit #devtype The #devtype command displays the type of device that is connected. This command is used by the update program, when updating the firmware, but can be executed for any reason.
  • Page 49 Advanced Operation RS-232 Commands #deversion The #deversion command displays the current hardware (card) and software version in the format: CARD_VERSION?SOFTWARE_VERSION. Syntax: #deversion Parameters: None Example: #deversion #DEVERSION 1?3.2.6 #enhance The #enhance command improves the detail of the output signal. The default value for param1 is 0.
  • Page 50 Advanced Operation RS-232 Commands #extract The #extract command zooms-in on specified are of the input video signal. The default value for param1 is 100. The default value for param2 and param3 is 50. Syntax: #extract param1 param2 param3 Parameters: Extract size [1 ...
  • Page 51 Advanced Operation RS-232 Commands #frame The #frame command sets the frame rate of the output signal. Syntax: #frame param1 Parameters: param1 Value [see table] Value Description 48 Hz 50 Hz 59.94 Hz 60 Hz 75 Hz 85 Hz page | 41...
  • Page 52 Advanced Operation RS-232 Commands #gamma The #gamma command sets the gamma correction mode of the output signal. Syntax: #gamma param1 param2 Parameters: param1 Gamma setting [0 ... 3] Value Description Default sRGB Custom User table Mode [see below] param2 Notes: If the Custom mode is used, then set the gamma coefficient value in the second parameter.
  • Page 53 Advanced Operation RS-232 Commands #input The #input command sets the input timing for the source signal. See Supported Video and Graphic Formats for a list of available input formats and their associated values. Syntax: #input param1 Parameters: Value param1 #insel The #insel command sets the input channel.
  • Page 54 Advanced Operation RS-232 Commands #key The #key command emulates the same control used on the IR remote control. Either the full word or the first letter of the word can be used. Syntax: #key param1 Parameters: String param1 Value Description menu MENU button W (Up arrow button)
  • Page 55 Advanced Operation RS-232 Commands #linkconf The #linkconf command sets the link configuration. The link configuration is set on the input. This feature is not valid for all formats. The default valus is 0 (Single link). Syntax: #linkconf param1 Parameters: Value [0 ...
  • Page 56 Advanced Operation RS-232 Commands Timing Value 1080i / 59.94 1080i / 60 1080sf / 23.98 1080sf / 24 1080sf / 25 1080sf / 29.97 1080sf / 30 1080p / 23.98 1080p / 24 1080p / 25 1080p /29.97 1080p / 30 2K-sf / 23.97 2K-sf / 24 2Kp / 23.98...
  • Page 57 Advanced Operation RS-232 Commands #motionthres The #motionthres command sets the intraframe motion detection threshold for the de-interlacer on the VXP processor. Video artifacts can be created when de-interlacing (creating interlaced fields from progressive fields). This function allows adjustment of the threshold used by the de-interlacer motion detection algorithm, removing / minimizing motion artifacts in the converted video.
  • Page 58 Advanced Operation RS-232 Commands #noisethres The #noisethres command sets the noise threshold. Syntax: #noisethres param1 Parameters: param1 Value [0 ... 100] #outconf The #outconf command sets the output link configuration. The default value is RGB 4:4:4. Syntax: #outconf param1 Parameters: Value [0 ...
  • Page 59 Advanced Operation RS-232 Commands #output The #output command sets the resolution of the output signal. See Supported Video and Graphic Formats for list of available resolutions. Use the associated value in the table to specify an output resolution. Syntax: #output param1 Parameters: Value [see table]...
  • Page 60 Advanced Operation RS-232 Commands The #rb command reboots the scaler. Syntax: Parameters: None #remotechan The #remotechan command sets IR channel of the scaler. The specified IR channel must match the IR channel of the included IR remote control unit. See Setting the IR Channel instructions on setting the IR channel on the IR remote control unit.
  • Page 61 Advanced Operation RS-232 Commands #restore The #restore command resets the 3GSDI to HDMI Scaler to factory-default settings. Syntax: #restore Parameters: None #save The #save command saves all the current parameter settings to the PROM. These parameters will be reloaded upon the next boot up. Syntax: #save Parameters:...
  • Page 62 Advanced Operation RS-232 Commands #sizepos The #sizepos command sets the size and the position of the image. This option is not available when the Aspect Mode is set to Panoramic. Syntax: #sizepos param1 param2 param3 param4 Parameters: Horizontal size [1 ... max] param1 Vertical size [1 ...
  • Page 63 Advanced Operation RS-232 Commands #through The #through command defines a sub-window that is always centered on the screen. The position of the sub-window is relative to the size and position of the original output signal. Syntax: #through param1 param2 param3 param4 Parameters: Horizontal size [1 ...

  • Page 65: 04 Appendix

    3GSDI HDMI Scaler 04 Appendix Supported Video and Graphic Formats ............... 56 Uploading an EDID....................58 Gamma Look-up Table ..................59 Mounting Plate Installation .................. 60 Fuse Replacement ....................61 Firmware Update Procedure ................63 Specifications ...................... 64...

  • Page 66: Supported Video And Graphic Formats

    Appendix Supported Video and Graphic Formats The following table contains all supported video and graphic formats supported by the 3GSDI to HDMI Scaler. The Value column contains a list of parameters used by RS-232. Input Output Format Value Format Value 480i 480i 480p / 59.94 Hz...
  • Page 67 Appendix Supported Video and Graphic Formats Input Output Format Value Format Value 1080sf / 25 640 x 350 / 85 Hz 1080sf / 29.97 640 x 400 / 85 Hz 1080sf / 30 640 x 480 / 60 Hz 2K-p / 23.98 640 x 480 / 75 Hz 2K-p / 24 640 x 480 / 85 Hz...

  • Page 68: Uploading An Edid

    / sink device. Use the instructions below to upload an EDID. The EDID must be .bin format. Download the 3GSDI-2-HDS firmware file from the Gefen Web site. Extract the contents of the .zip file to the desired directory. Copy the EDID file, to be uploaded, into the same directory as the extracted files.

  • Page 69: Gamma Look-Up Table

    Gamma Look-up Table The Gamma Look Up Table (LUT) can be programmed using the GefenUpdater.exe program from the Gefen software package. To do this, following the instructions below: Create the Gamma LUT. Create a standard ASCII text file with the following line: GefenUpdater GAMMA filename.csv...

  • Page 70: Mounting Plate Installation

    Appendix Mounting Plate Installation Rack mount ears are provided for installation of this unit into a 1U rack mount space. Locate the side screws on the unit. Remove the front 2 screws that are located closest to the front of the unit. Using the removed screws, screw the rack mounting bracket into the unit.

  • Page 71: Fuse Replacement

    Appendix Fuse Replacement The 3GSDI to HDMI Scaler contains a fuse as part of the internal power supply. This fuse can easily be replaced by using the following steps. STOP: Before installing modules and prevent the risk of possible electrical shock, unplug the AC power cord from back of the scaler. Disconnect the power AC power cord from the IEC connector on the scaler.
  • Page 72 Appendix Fuse Replacement Remove the fuse from the C-cradle on the fuse door. Replace the fuse. Only use a 5mm x 20mm 250V / 2A fuse. ATTENTION: Do not use a fuse other than the type specified by the manufacturer. Replacement of an incorrect fuse can result in electrical fire and damage to the scaler, which will void the warranty.

  • Page 73: Firmware Update Procedure

    Firmware Update Procedure The following items are required to update firmware: • GefenPRO 3GSDI to HDMI Scaler • Firmware files (downloaded from the Gefen Web site) • Computer running Windows® XP or better. • USB cable (A-B) Make sure the scaler is powered ON. It is unnecessary to disconnect any source and SDI devices during the update procedure.

  • Page 74: Specifications

    Appendix Appendix Specifications Supported Formats Output Resolution (max.) • 2048 x 1080p (2K) Input Video Bandwidth • 2 x 2.97 Gbps (max.) (two 3G-SDI BNC connectors) Electrical Maximum Pixel Clock • 225 MHz Power Indicator • 1 x LED, blue 3GSDI Indicator •...
  • Page 76 Stretch it, Switch it, Split it, Control it. Gefen’s got it. ® 20600 Nordhoff St., Chatsworth CA 91311 1-800-545-6900 818-772-9100 fax: 818-772-9120 www.gefenpro.com support@gefenpro.com This product uses UL or CE listed power supplies.

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