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Summary of Contents for Aurora Multimedia DIDO LT
- Page 1 DIDO LT Installation Manual Manual Number 090501 Firmware Version 2.18 and above 205 Commercial Court Morganville, NJ 07751 Phone: (732) 591-5800 Fax: (732) 591-5801 www.auroramultimedia.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
DIDO LT Installation Manual ABLE OF ONTENT INTRODUCTION ............................2 ACCESSORIES.............................4 ..........................5 PTIONAL CCESSORIES IR REMOTE AND BASIC KEY FUNCTIONS ..................7 QUICK START GUIDE ..........................8 LCD / KEYPAD.............................9 CONNECTIONS ............................9 A/V & C ........................10 ONTROL CONNECTORS ...........................10 OWER CONNECTOR ..........................10 XAMPLES ONNECTIONS OPERATING THE DIDO LT........................12... -
Page 3: Introduction
DIDO LT Installation Manual Introduction The DIDO LT is a high quality video processor engine. The DIDO LT supports advanced functionality such as video format /scan rate conversions, real time image rotation (patents pending), and window effects. All these can be controlled via IR remote and RS-232 commands. The device is small enough to fit in tight areas. - Page 4 DIDO LT Installation Manual Just a few examples of the DIDO LT’s capabilities: Single Image Scaling Side by Side Single with PiP Single with Translucent PiP Video Wall Mode Using 4 DIDO LT Units...
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Page 5: Accessories
DIDO LT Installation Manual Accessories Supplied accessories: 1 - 12V / 14.4W DC wall power supply or International Supply Kit if applicable 1 - S-Video to Composite Video Adaptors 1 - RS-232 Adaptor Cable (6 Pin Mini-Din to 9 Pin D-Sub) -
Page 6: Optional Accessories
DIDO LT Installation Manual Optional Accessories Optional accessories available from Aurora Multimedia: SRK-001 Single Rack Mount Kit DRK-001 Dual Rack Mount Kit CA0020-1 DVI-I to DVI-D / VGA Adapter Cable CA0022-1 DVI-I to DVI-D / RCA Adapter Cable CA0021-1 DVI-I to DVI-D / BNC Adapter Cable... - Page 7 DIDO LT Installation Manual CA0017-6 200MHz 6ft DVI-I to DVI-D / VGA(15pin D SUB) Breakout Cable CA0016-6 165MHz 6ft DVI-I to DVI-D / 5 BNC Breakout Cable...
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Page 8: Ir Remote And Basic Key Functions
- Enter the address (0-255) and press ‘Select’ In order for the IR remote to properly control a DIDO LT, both devices (IR remote and the DIDO LT) have to have the same address. See System Setup Menu for more information on how to change the... -
Page 9: Quick Start Guide
4. Connect the power source to the Display (refer to Operating Instructions of the Display). Connect the supplied 12v DC adapter to the DIDO LT and the power outlet. The LCD will light and after 5 seconds, the firmware rev will appear. About 15 seconds later, the DIDO LT will complete initialization and display the output resolution and format on the LCD. -
Page 10: Lcd / Keypad
The ‘Right’ and ‘Left’ arrow keys can be used to scroll the text that can not be seen on the LCD. Connections The DIDO LT has 3 independent inputs and 2 outputs. In addition, there is an RS-232 control port. -
Page 11: A/V & Control Connectors
RGBHV/YPbPr can be output in addition to the DVI. Power connector Connect the supplied 12V DC adapter to the power jack of the DIDO LT unit. It is recommended to connect the power supply only after all other connections are done. - Page 12 DIDO LT Installation Manual...
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Page 13: Operating The Dido Lt
Not Available for DIDO LT Key: Swap Swaps input sources between window 1 and window 2 when the DIDO LT is in PiP or SBS mode. Keys: Info Displays current sources, input / output timing information, and FW version via OSD. This information will be displayed for 5 seconds. -
Page 14: Menu Structure
Keys: P1-P4 Preset keys make the usability of the DIDO LT much easier. When a preset is recalled, it will restore the saved screen conditions set at the time of initially saving the preset. Up to 99 presets can be saved and recalled via the menu or RS-232. -
Page 15: Window Setup
DIDO LT Installation Manual 1.1.2 Window Setup This is where source, size, position, zoom, and crop can be modified per window. Once selected, the choice of window for modification will appear. Window Setup affects the characteristics of the window itself and not the image inside the window. - Page 16 DIDO LT Installation Manual Window Zoom gives the ability to proportionally change both the horizontal and vertical sizes of a window. Window Crop allows each of the edges of an image to be adjusted into the window to help reduce noise specific to an input.
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Page 17: Input Setup
Auto, Norm PC, Wide PC, and Video. The manual selection helps to set correct input timing such as Video or PC. This will help the DIDO LT to better sync on an input. RGB: Auto, Norm PC, Wide PC, and Video. The manual selection helps to set correct input timing such as Video or PC. - Page 18 DIDO LT Installation Manual Layout selects window layout from Single, PiP, and Dual Stack Type selects the positions of windows 1 and 2 in Dual mode. The selections are Left-Right and Up- Down. Left-Right Dual Mode Up-Down Dual Mode PiP Transparency sets the transparency level (16 levels) of the pip window when in PiP mode.
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Page 19: Output Setup
DIDO LT Installation Manual Horizontal Disabled Horizontal Enabled 1.1.5 Output Setup Output timing for the DVI/RGBHV/YPbPr connector is selected here. Output type can also be modified from this menu for the analog portion of the connector. The selections are RGBHV, RGsB, YPbPr, and No Output. -
Page 20: System Settings
RS-485 Termination enable. The IR remote is also addressable (see IR remote section) and if set to the same address as the DIDO LT, it will control only that DIDO LT This feature is very useful when multiple DIDO LT units are present to prevent inadvertently controlling other units. - Page 21 Background Color determines the color of the window when no input signal is present. Noise reduction allows the DIDO LT to clean up an image with random noise caused by poor or weak signal. There are two types of noise reduction filters available. The first one is “Spatial Filter” which is good for signals from poor TV reception.
- Page 22 DIDO LT Installation Manual DIDO LT Reconfig will re-sync all the current input signals as if the inputs were disconnected and reconnected. Default Settings will reset the DIDO LT to factory settings (default settings). All customized settings will be deleted.
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Page 23: Signal Timing
1.1.8 Timer and Scheduler The timer scheduler is great for display signage. The DIDO LT has a built in real time clock which has backed-up battery. This menu allows for the time and date to be set as well as two types of scheduling. - Page 24 RS-485 bus to carry out a preset, power on, or power off. If multiple DIDO LT units are used, the schedulers can be used in all units to gain more events. It is not necessary to program all DIDO LT units with the same events as they will conflict (time conflict) with...
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Page 25: Video Wall Functionality
DIDO LT has a Video Wall Setup menu under Windows Setup. This menu allows a user to enter the amount of rows and columns of the video wall as well as the current location of the DIDO LT. -
Page 26: Control Software
DIDO LT Installation Manual Control Software Aurora Multimedia has developed control software for use with the DIDO LT to make control of the unit even easier. This firmware is available free of charge on the Aurora website www.auroramultimedia.com It can be found in the DIDO LT section under products. -
Page 27: Troubleshooting
Check if the IR remote address is the same as the DIDO LT’s address in System Setup menu. The display does not turn on or Check to see if the OSD from the DIDO LT displays. If it show an image does check the source selection and/or cables for the source. -
Page 28: Firmware Update
DIDO LT Installation Manual Firmware update The internal software of DIDO LT (the firmware) can be updated. This is necessary since new FW will correct bugs from previous versions or add new functionalities. The serial port of the DIDO LT must be connected to the RS-232 (“COM”) port of a PC-compatible personal computer, running MS-Windows 98,... -
Page 29: Cloning
2. Teaching or uploading data (settings) from computer to the DIDO LT Before cloning the DIDO LT, a folder which will be used to store data from the master DIDO LT needs to be created (for example: C\DIDO LT\data). The clone utility (CloneLdr.exe) will be saved to that directory. -
Page 30: Rs-232 Protocol
Serial Connector Type: 9 to 6 pin RS 232 cable (NULL). Note: this cable is supplied by the manufacturer. The DIDO LT is addressable. Units will be addressable from 000-254. Address 255 or *** is reserved for broadcasting. COMMAND FORMAT: [Prefix][Address][Command][n][m] [<CR>]... - Page 31 DIDO LT Installation Manual COMMANDS FUNCTION NOTE KEY_NUM6 NUMBER 6 KEY_NUM7 NUMBER 7 KEY_NUM8 NUMBER 8 KEY_NUM9 NUMBER 9 KEY_LEFT LEFT ARROW KEY_RIGHT RIGHT ARROW KEY_UP UP ARROW KEY_DOWN DOWN ARROW KEY_SEL SELECT KEY_MENU MENU KEY_EXIT EXIT KEY_POWER POWER TOGGLE...
- Page 32 DIDO LT Installation Manual COMMANDS FUNCTION NOTE VSIZE n m SET V.SIZE n (window):1, 2; m = 0 to 1000 SWAPIN SWAP INPUTS Swap inputs from window 1 and 2 RECONFIG RECONFIGURE DIDO LT HPOSITPIP n SET H.POS FOR PIP...
- Page 33 DIDO LT Installation Manual Inputs: DVI_A, RGB_A, SVIDEO_A ** Output resolutions: VGA 60Hz SXGA 60Hz USER 02 VGA 72Hz SXGA 75Hz USER 03 VGA 75Hz SXGA 85Hz USER 04 SVGA 60Hz WXGA 60Hz USER 05 SVGA 72Hz UXGA 60Hz USER 06...
- Page 34 # Input : DVI_B, SXGA 60Hz, 1280x1024 # Window: 2 # Input : RGB+HV, no signal # Mode : SbS # Rotate: No # Output: XGA 60Hz, 1024x768, DVI/RGB+HV, # DIDO LT address : 0 # Version: 1.11, Rev: 8649, Date: 29-Aug-2005 General Info:...
- Page 35 RS-232 command. Some commands require time to carry out the function assigned. If another command is sent before the DIDO LT can complete the first task it may ignore the next function. Always allow the DIDO LT the proper time to finish the command. Commands which take the longest would be Preset Load and Save and Source changes.
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Page 36: Specifications
1280x1024 @ 85 Hz 1728x1072 91.100 85.000 UXGA 1600x1200 @ 60 Hz 2160x1250 76.900 60.000 WUXGA 1900x1200 @ 60 Hz Note: DIDO LT has the ability to program additional resolutions in User profiles. This can be found in the Signal Timing OSD section. -
Page 37: Power Source
DIDO LT Installation Manual Power source 12v 14.4 Watt DC wall supply 2.1mm Power Connector (12 volts) Center is Positive - Outer Shell is Ground Connection terminals 1 S-Video Inputs (Mini DIN 4pin) 1 DVI-I Inputs for 1 DVI-D inputs and 1 RGBHV/YPbPr inputs... -
Page 38: Dimensions
When connecting multiple units, the first unit will have the RS-232 connected. Then its 485+, 485-, and ground, are connected parallel to all other DIDO LT RS-485 ports. Aurora has made available DIDO LOOP KIT which makes this task easier to connect. -
Page 39: Limited Lifetime Warranty
DIDO LT Installation Manual Limited Lifetime Warranty Aurora Multimedia Corp. (“Manufacturer”) warrants that this product is free of defects in both materials and workmanship for the product lifetime as defined herein for parts and labor from date of purchase. This Limited Lifetime warranty covers products purchased in the year of 2003 and after. Product lifetime is defined as 7 years from discontinuance of product. -
Page 40: Fcc Part 15 Statement
DIDO LT Installation Manual FCC Part 15 Statement RADIO AND TELEVISION INTERFERENCE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. -
Page 41: Index
DIDO LT Installation Manual Index Key: Menu, 12 Key: Power, 12 Key: Rotate, 12 Key: Sel, 12 A/V & Control connectors, 10 Key: Swap, 12 Accessories, 4 Key: Vol+/-, 12 ADC Calibration, 20 Keypad, 9 ADC Settings, 16 Keys: 0-9, 12... - Page 42 DIDO LT Installation Manual Rack Mount Kit, 5 Time Events, 23 Remote Control Functions, 12 Timer and Scheduler, 22 Remote Query, 19 Timer Events, 23 RGB, 16 Tri Rotated, 3 RGB/YPbPr, 16 Troubleshooting, 26 RS-232, 2, 4, 7, 9, 10, 13, 19, 24, 26, 27, 29, 36, 37...
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- Page 44 DIDO LT Installation Manual Aurora Multimedia Corp. 205 Commercial Court Morganville, NJ 07751 Phone: (732) 591-5800 Fax: (732) 591-5801 www.auroramultimedia.com...
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