AJA HA5-Plus Installation & Operation Manual

AJA HA5-Plus Installation & Operation Manual

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Mini-Converter
HA5-Plus
Installation & Operation Guide
Version 1.0
Published: March 31, 2014
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  • Page 1 Mini-Converter HA5-Plus Installation & Operation Guide Version 1.0 Published: March 31, 2014 ®...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    USB Control and Setup—Using AJA MiniConfig ........
  • Page 3 Index............28 HA5-Plus v1.0...
  • Page 4: Notices

    Copyright Copyright © 2014 AJA Video, Inc. All rights reserved. All information in this manual is subject to change without notice. No part of the document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form, or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying or recording, without the express written permission of AJA Inc.
  • Page 5: Chapter 1: Introduction

    Chapter 1: Introduction Overview The HA5-Plus converts HDMI to 3G, HD, or SD SDI. Up to eight channels of HDMI audio are embedded into the SDI output allowing a convenient single cable audio/video connection. Two external analog audio inputs can replace two of these embedded audio channels, if desired.
  • Page 6: Block Diagram

    PC or Mac) Audio The HA5-Plus converter supports 8 audio channels (4 stereo pairs) at 24-bit/48 KHz which it dis-embeds from HDMI and embeds into SDI. For proper embedding, audio must be synchronous to video. If audio is not synchronous with video or the sample rate is not 48 KHz, then MiniConfig must be used to set the Sample Rate Converter to convert audio to 24-bit/48 KHz and then synchronize it with input video before embedding.
  • Page 7: User Controls

    Auto controls configures the unit automatically to match the input and output video parameters. Advanced MiniConfig control supports setting the RGB video range, and adjusting audio input, conversion, and routing to embedded HDMI audio. Configuration set via MiniConfig is stored in the HA5-Plus unit through subsequent power cycles. Installation Typically, HA5-X Plus installation consists of the following steps: 1.
  • Page 8: Chapter 2: Operation

    Chapter 2: Operation USB Control and Setup—Using AJA MiniConfig The HA5-Plus can usually be used right out of the box for most applications since it is designed to recognize inputs and perform standard actions automatically by default. However you can also manually configure the HA5-Plus using a supplied software application for PCs and Macs called “MiniConfig.
  • Page 9: Pc Startup

    PC Startup To run MiniConfig on a PC, find the AJA MiniConfig in the program list and locate the AJA MiniConfig application. Figure 4. PC MiniConfig Startup Mac Startup To run MiniConfig on a Mac, double-click the Applications folder and locate the AJA MiniConfig application.
  • Page 10 Screens are virtually the same on both PC and Mac, with subtle differences that reflect the general look of the platform environment. Running Multiple Mini- MiniConfig can manage multiple AJA Mini-Converters connected via USB—even when Converters: they are of differing types. However it only connects to one at a time. You can choose which Mini-Converter you wish to control using the pulldown menu in the upper right hand corner.
  • Page 11: Tabbed Screens

    Any changes you make are immediately implemented and are saved, overwriting previous settings. Figure 8. MiniConfig, Input Tab Screen Input Video Selections RGB Range: Selects the Input Video Color Range. Choose SMPTE or Full color range. HA5-Plus v1.0 www.aja.com...
  • Page 12: Audio Tab Screen

    Audio Tab Screen Click on the Audio tab to view and make changes to the HA5-Plus audio settings. Figure 9. MiniConfig, Audio Tab Screen Audio Selections NOTE: When using the DVI video protocol no audio is output, since that protocol is video only.
  • Page 13: Update Tab Screen

    This indicator bar shows the progress of software being installed. Software Update 1. Check the AJA website for new MiniConfig software for your Mini-Converter. If new Procedure software is found, download it and uncompress the file archive (zip). Here is the URL to use when checking: http://www.aja.com/en/products/mini-converters/mini-config-software...
  • Page 14: Info Tab Screen

    This is the factory set model name of the Mini-Converter (HA5-Plus). Assembly: This is the factory assembly number. Serial Number: This is the factory set unique serial number of your Hi5-Plus. If you ever call AJA Support for service, you may be asked for this number. HA5-Plus v1.0 www.aja.com...
  • Page 15 HA5-Plus v1.0 www.aja.com...
  • Page 16: Appendix A: Specifications

    Embed to either SDI audio Ch 1-8 or Ch 9-12 Physical Size 4.6" x 2.4" x 1" (117 x 61 x 25 mm) Power Uses AJA Power Supply model DWP-U-R1 (included) 100-240V, 50/60Hz Universal Input +5V DC regulated, 3 Watts HA5-Plus v1.0 www.aja.com...
  • Page 17: Appendix B: Safety And Compliance

    Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques visant les appareils numériques de classe B prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique du ministère des Communications du Canada. Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. HA5-Plus v1.0 www.aja.com...
  • Page 18: European Union And European Free Trade Association (Efta)

    Benutzer für entsprechende Gegenmaßnahmen verantwortlich ist. Attention! Ceci est un produit de Classe B. Dans un environnement domestique, ce produit risque de créer des interférences radioélectriques, il appartiendra alors à l?utilisateur de prendre les mesures spécifiques appropriées. HA5-Plus v1.0 www.aja.com...
  • Page 19: Korea Kcc Compliance Statement

    Install and use the equipment according to the instruction manual. Translated Warning and Caution Messages The following caution statements, warning conventions, and warning messages apply to this product and manual. HA5-Plus v1.0 www.aja.com...
  • Page 20: Before Operation Please Read These Instructions

    ¡Advertencia! No utilice este dispositivo cerca del agua y límpielo solamente con un paño seco. Aviso! Não utilize este dispositivo perto da água e limpe-o somente com um pano seco. Avviso! Non utilizzare questo dispositivo vicino all'acqua e pulirlo soltanto con un panno asciutto. HA5-Plus v1.0 www.aja.com...
  • Page 21 Aviso! Não instale perto de nenhuma fonte de calor tal como radiadores, saídas de calor, fogões ou outros aparelhos (incluindo amplificadores) que produzam calor. Avviso! Non installare vicino a fonti di calore come termosifoni, diffusori di aria calda, stufe o altri apparecchi (amplificatori compresi) che emettono calore. HA5-Plus v1.0 www.aja.com...
  • Page 22 Lo spinotto largo o il terzo polo sono forniti per motivi di sicurezza. Se la spina fornita non si inserisce nella presa di corrente, contattare un elettricista per la sostituzione della presa obsoleta. HA5-Plus v1.0 www.aja.com...
  • Page 23 Avviso! Proteggere il cavo di alimentazione in modo che nessuno ci cammini sopra e che non venga schiacciato soprattutto in corrispondenza delle spine e del punto in cui esce dal dispositivo. HA5-Plus v1.0 www.aja.com...
  • Page 24 è stato rovesciato del liquido è stato rovesciato o qualche oggetto è caduto nel dispositivo, il dispositivo è stato esposto a pioggia o umidità, non funziona correttamente o è caduto. HA5-Plus v1.0 www.aja.com...
  • Page 25 Warning! Do not open the chassis. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Opening the chassis will void the warranty unless performed by an AJA service center or licensed facility. Avertissement! Ne pas ouvrir le châssis. Aucun élément à l’intérieur du châssis ne peut être réparé...
  • Page 26 ¡Advertencia! Cuando mueva la unidad desenchufe de la red eléctrica el/los cable(s) de la fuente de alimentación CA tipo brick. Advertência! Remova os cabos CA de alimentação brick da rede elétrica ao mover a unidade. Avvertenza! Scollegare il cavo dell’alimentatore quando si sposta l’unità. HA5-Plus v1.0 www.aja.com...
  • Page 27: Warranty Information

    AJA Video, with shipping charges prepaid. AJA Video shall pay for the return of the product to the Customer if the shipment is to a location within the country in which the AJA Video service center is located.
  • Page 28: Index

    Input Select setting 12 Input Tab Screen 11 Input Video Selections 11 MiniConfig Operation 9 Screen Description 10 Starting 8 MiniConfig installation Mac 8 PC 8 Mini-Converters Multiple 10 Multiple Mini-Converters 10 None Input Select 12 Overview 5 HA5-Plus v1.0 www.aja.com...

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