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Black Box RGB/EGA/CGA/MDA to DVI(/VGA) Converter Manual

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  • Page 1 ACU315A-R2 RGB/EGA/CGA/MDA to DVI(/VGA) Converter Manual http://www.blackbox.com...
  • Page 2 RGB/EGA/CGA/MDA TO DVI(/VGA) CONVERTER Welcome to the RGB/EGA/CGA/MDA to DVI(/VGA) Converter Family! Thank you for purchasing an RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter! We appreciate your business, and we think you’ll appreciate the many ways that your enhanced RGB Graphic system will save you money, time, and effort.

  • Page 3: Cautions And Notes

    DVI-D CAT X KVM-EXTENDER Copyrights and Trademarks ©2007. All rights reserved. This information may not be reproduced in any manner without the prior written consent of the manufacturer. Information in this document is subject to change without notice and the manufacturer shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages in connection with the use of this material.
  • Page 4 RGB/EGA/CGA/MDA TO DVI(/VGA) CONVERTER...
  • Page 5 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY EUROPEAN UNION DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY This is to certify that, when installed and used according to the instructions in this manual, together with the specified cables and the maximum cable length <3m, the Units: ACU315A-R2 are shielded against the generation of radio interferences in accordance with the application of Council Directive 89/336/EEC as well as these standards: EN 55022: 1999...
  • Page 6 RGB/EGA/CGA/MDA TO DVI(/VGA) CONVERTER Safety Precautions and Installation Guidelines To ensure reliable and safe long-term operation, please note the following installation guidelines: Only use in dry, indoor environments. • The Converter and any power supplies can get warm. Do not locate them in an enclosed •...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Contents 1. Quick Setup Video Input/Output Command Summary 2. Overview Introduction Glossary Features Product Range Compatibility How to Use This Guide 3. Installation Package Contents Connection Cable Requirements System Setup Diagnostic LEDs 4. Device Control Opening the OSD Using the OSD 5.
  • Page 8 RGB/EGA/CGA/MDA TO DVI(/VGA) CONVERTER Appendix C: System Upgrade Appendix D: Supported Video Modes Appendix E: Calling Technical Support Appendix F: Specifications Appendix G: Connectors and Cables...

  • Page 9: Quick Setup

    FEHLER! FORMATVORLAGE NICHT DEFINIERT. Quick Setup This section briefly describes how to install your RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter and optimize the video signals. Unless you are an experienced user, we recommend that you follow the full procedures described in the rest of this manual. Refer to the command summary on page 11 when following this procedure.

  • Page 10: Video Input/Output

    RGB/EGA/CGA/MDA TO DVI(/VGA) CONVERTER Video Input/Output If possible, always use a DVI output to a monitor from the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter, especially with flat screens. This provides the optimum video signal. If you use a VGA output from the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter, it must convert the digitized data to analogue values.

  • Page 11: Command Summary

    QUICK SETUP Command Summary The following table summarizes the remote control buttons sequences used in system configuration and video tuning on the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter. Infrared Remote Control (IR-RC) Exit OSD Enter OSD Accept and store modified parameter Select Submenu Select parameter modification Select next position increase parameter...

  • Page 12: Overview

    RGB/EGA/CGA/MDA TO DVI(/VGA) CONVERTER Overview Introduction VGA is the most familiar of the various graphics data standards or protocols for connecting a display (monitor or flat screen) to a graphic source. For many years, computers have generally connected to a display through a VGA interface. However, with the increased popularity of TFT flat screens, a new standard has been developed: DVI.

  • Page 13: Glossary

    OVERVIEW Glossary The following terms are used in this guide: Video signal consisting of R (red) G (green) and B (blue) signals. The signals have a level of 0.7Vpp. The Green signal also carries the (composite) synchronisation signals. Video signal consisting of R (red) G (green) and B (blue) signals and RGBS the additional (composite) SYNC signal.
  • Page 14 RGB/EGA/CGA/MDA TO DVI(/VGA) CONVERTER PLC – programmable Video-Equipment Legacy CPU’s (DVD, VCR, Set-top) logic controller RGB/EGA to DVI(/VGA) Converter Figure 1 RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter system...

  • Page 15: Features

    Picture scaling available: • • No scaling – original picture is centered into a black box. • Format filling – the picture is stretched to fit the screen. • Proportional stretching – the picture is stretched linearly in both dimensions with the same factor, until one dimension fits the screen size.

  • Page 16: Product Range

    RGB/EGA/CGA/MDA TO DVI(/VGA) CONVERTER Product Range This table lists the product codes for the converter and its various upgrade kits: RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter ACU315A-R2 RGB to DVI (or VGA) Converter Upgrade Kits ACS1009A-RMK Rack mount Kit 19”/1U to mount up to 4 devices...

  • Page 17: Compatibility

    OVERVIEW Compatibility Interface Compatibility RGB (RGsB): Video signal consisting of R (red) G (green) and B (blue) signals. The • signals have a level of 0.7Vpp. The Green-Signal also carries the (composite) synchronisation signals. RGBS: Video signal consisting of R (red) G (green) and B (blue) signals and the •...

  • Page 18: How To Use This Guide

    RGB/EGA/CGA/MDA TO DVI(/VGA) CONVERTER How to Use This Guide This guide describes the installation and configuration of the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter. Although the connection and operation of the system is relatively straightforward, you should consider the following before getting started: Connection &...

  • Page 19: Installation

    INSTALLATION Installation For first-time users, we recommend that you carry out a test placement, confined to a single room, before commencing full installation. This will allow you to identify and solve any cabling problems, and experiment with the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter more conveniently.

  • Page 20: Connection Cable Requirements

    RGB/EGA/CGA/MDA TO DVI(/VGA) CONVERTER Connection Cable Requirements To connect the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter to your graphic source you will need: RGB(S): 3 (4 with RGBS) coaxial cables type RG59B/U or similar, terminated with • BNC connectors at the converters end. Please ensure that the connection is tension-free.

  • Page 21: System Setup

    INSTALLATION System Setup To install your RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter: Switch off all devices. Connect your TFT directly to the device; connect a VGA screen by using the equipped DVI-I to VGA adapter. Attention: Connect the VGA monitor cable to the adapter; then plug in the adapter into the device.
  • Page 22 RGB/EGA/CGA/MDA TO DVI(/VGA) CONVERTER Connect to RGB Connect to or VGA source EGA/CGA/MDA (with RGB to DVI- graphic source cable) Connect to 6V Programming connector – Connect to the Power supply for firmware upgrades DVI/VGA Monitor resp. Figure 2 RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter...
  • Page 23 INSTALLATION Figure 3 RGB to DVI Cable (in list of parts) Figure 4 Connecting possibilities for RGB to DVI (1), VGA to DVI (2) and TTL to EGA, CGA and MDA (3) interface...

  • Page 24: Diagnostic Leds

    RGB/EGA/CGA/MDA TO DVI(/VGA) CONVERTER Diagnostic LEDs Each RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter is fitted with four indicator LEDs: Monitor Detect, Device Ready and Video Signal and Power. The Monitor Detect LED is to the right of the DVI output connector. The Power LED is to right of the power supply connector.

  • Page 25: Device Control

    DEVICE CONTROL Device Control If you are using the CGA/EGA/MDA input or use an RGB format stored in the internal table, no adjustment should be required. In other cases, you may need to optimize the output using the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter’s on-screen display (OSD). Version information Screen resolution and refresh rate of the video source...

  • Page 26: Opening The Osd

    RGB/EGA/CGA/MDA TO DVI(/VGA) CONVERTER Opening the OSD You can access the OSD by using the equipped Infrared Remote Control (IR-RC). Using the IR-RC For direct brightness adjust For direct contrast adjust more brightness more contrast less brightness less contrast Reset to factory defaults...

  • Page 27: Using The Osd

    DEVICE CONTROL Using the OSD The OSD is an icon-based utility. The top line of symbols shows the main menu categories: Input Select Specify whether the input is RGB, RGBS, RGBHV (VGA), EGA, CGA, Scale Mode Select the screen resolution of the attached display and select one of four scaling modes.
  • Page 28 RGB/EGA/CGA/MDA TO DVI(/VGA) CONVERTER 11. In many cases, after you have chosen a new setting, the OSD displays the following confirmation message (or similar): 12. Highlight the Yes button and press the Enter key to confirm your choice. Alternatively, highlight the No button and press the Enter key to discard the new setting and restore the previous value.
  • Page 29 DEVICE CONTROL Input Select (for future expansion) Choose the type of the connectes graphic source Select RGB, RGBS, RGBHV (VGA) source RGA, CGA, MDA Return to main menu Figure 7 Input Select menu Physical Resolution of attached screen Use the Scale Mode menu to specify the physical resolution of the attached screen; this ensures the best matching pictures on a TFT screen.
  • Page 30 RGB/EGA/CGA/MDA TO DVI(/VGA) CONVERTER Output Scaling Use the Output Scaling submenu to specify the best match between screen size and user requirements. Four modes are available: 1:1 – the picture is displayed with its original size and aspect ratio within a black frame.
  • Page 31 DEVICE CONTROL Brightness/Contrast Use this menu to adjust the brightness and contrast of the video image, or to adjust the black level of a display. Adjust Brightness Adjust Contrast Adjust Black level Return to main menu Figure 10 Brightness-Contrast menu Select Colors and Color Temperatures Use the Colors menu to adjust the color balance of the video image.
  • Page 32 RGB/EGA/CGA/MDA TO DVI(/VGA) CONVERTER Color Temperature Use the Color Temperature submenu to set up the color profile in RGB color space or by using one of five predefined color temperatures. To view this menu, select the Colors icon from the main menu and then select the Color Temperature icon.
  • Page 33 DEVICE CONTROL Tools Use the Tools menu to set the position and size of the OSD window, adjust the sharpness for a fixed resolution setting, reset the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter system to its factory default settings or provide a test pattern. Set the position of the OSD window (see OSD, page 31) Calling Factory Reset Sub-Menu...

  • Page 34: Factory Reset

    RGB/EGA/CGA/MDA TO DVI(/VGA) CONVERTER Factory Reset Use the Factory Reset submenu to reset the unit to factory defaults, save user presets or restore user presets Factory Reset: Restore originally equipped Setup data Restore User Data: Restore previously saved User data...
  • Page 35 DEVICE CONTROL Video Mode Use the Video Mode menu to select one of twelve Video Modes for a specific resolution. Please see (page 47) for more information about Video Modes and supported screen resolutions. Choice of twelve different video modes. Please see also page 48 Figure 18 Video Mode menu...

  • Page 36: Monitor Setup

    RGB/EGA/CGA/MDA TO DVI(/VGA) CONVERTER Monitor Setup This procedure is designed to correct for discrepancies in the video signal due to analogue/digital video conversion by the Monitor. You do not need to follow this procedure if you have: A CRT monitor connected to the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter through the VGA input •...

  • Page 37: Rgb To Dvi(/Vga) Converter Setup

    RGB TO DVI(/VGA) CONVERTER SETUP RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter Setup Overview You need to optimize the video signal across your RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter system if it undergoes one or more conversions between analog and digital formats. The exact procedure depends on your RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter setup: Monitor Graphics...

  • Page 38: Setup Instructions For Rgb Input

    RGB/EGA/CGA/MDA TO DVI(/VGA) CONVERTER Setup Instructions for RGB Input This procedure is designed to correct for discrepancies in the video signal due to analogue/digital video conversion by the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter. If you are using a TFT monitor at RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter with a VGA cable, you should carry out the Monitor Setup procedure first (see page 36).
  • Page 39 RGB TO DVI(/VGA) CONVERTER SETUP 31. Problems with the pixel phase will cause horizontal noise, horizontal wave-formed lines, flicker or smearing with zebra-pattern (see Figure 19b): From the OSD’s Image menu, select the menu command: Manually adjust the best phase (best point for A/D conversion within each pixel).

  • Page 40: Setup Of A New Video Mode

    RGB/EGA/CGA/MDA TO DVI(/VGA) CONVERTER Setup of a new Video Mode The RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter is preinstalled with several video modes and screen resolutions in various refresh rates suitable for using with an RGB source. If the mode generated by your RGB graphic source is not represented, you need to Setup a custom mode.
  • Page 41 RGB TO DVI(/VGA) CONVERTER SETUP In the Image menu option (see page 32) select the command icon: Manually adjust the best phase (best point for A/D conversion within each pixel). Modify the phase until all distortions have disappeared. Confirm the setting. 46.

  • Page 42: Troubleshooting

    RGB/EGA/CGA/MDA TO DVI(/VGA) CONVERTER Troubleshooting Video There isn’t a picture. Check the power supply connection at the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter. Is the Device Ready (Red LED) illuminated (see page 24)? If not, the internal power- supply may be damaged or there may be an internal error.
  • Page 43 TROUBLESHOOTING There is horizontal jitter on the picture. The pixel clock and/or phase is misaligned: Refer to page 38. Characters are smeared. The phase is misaligned: Refer to page 38. Thin vertical lines are missing. The phase is misaligned: Refer to page 38. No output to a connected CRT or TFT with VGA input.

  • Page 44: Appendix A: Example Applications

    RGB/EGA/CGA/MDA TO DVI(/VGA) CONVERTER Appendix A: Example Applications This section illustrates some specific applications using the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter: For more details, please discuss suitable converter architecture with Technical Support (see Appendix E: Calling Technical Support). ACU315A-R2 RGB to DVI(/VGA)

  • Page 45: Appendix B: Rack Mount Options

    APPENDIX B: RACK MOUNT OPTIONS Appendix B: Rack Mount Options RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converters can be mounted in a 19” rack using the mounting kit: ACS1009A-RMK This contains the following parts: M2,5x5 Philips type countersunk screws 8x M2,5x2 spacer (8x) Figure 22 ACS1009A-RMK Rack Mounting Kit...
  • Page 46 RGB/EGA/CGA/MDA TO DVI(/VGA) CONVERTER The kit allows you to mount a different count of devices (1…4 devices):...

  • Page 47: Appendix C: System Upgrade

    APPENDIX C: SYSTEM UPGRADE Appendix C: System Upgrade System Update / Onboard Programming It is occasionally necessary to update the firmware of the system. Normally, this procedure is carried out in the factory. If you want to update the firmware yourself, contact Technical Support.
  • Page 48 RGB/EGA/CGA/MDA TO DVI(/VGA) CONVERTER Mode Identification Hres Vres V-freq H-freq DotCLK Selection pixels lines 60,0 15,8 14,2 CP526/527 50,1 15,4 13,1 GEM 80 text 48,8 15,6 13,0 Prokon 2 83,1 27,4 23,0 EGA (TTL) 59,9 21,9 16,3 DOS graphic Mode...
  • Page 49 APPENDIX D: SUPPORTED VIDEO MODES Mode Identification Hres Vres V-freq H-freq DotCLK Selection pixels lines PAL Interlaced 50,0 15,6 13,5 ABB DSAV110 50,0 17,9 15,5 ABB DSAV111 61,2 21,8 19,7 Hercules monochrom 49,8 18,4 16,3 DOS Text Mode 70,0 31,4 28,3 Vesa Standard 85,0...
  • Page 50 RGB/EGA/CGA/MDA TO DVI(/VGA) CONVERTER Mode Identification Hres Vres V-freq H-freq DotCLK Selection pixels lines TV Mode 1280 60,0 48,1 81,2 Vesa Standard 1280 60,0 60,0 108,0 DMT127A 1280 75,0 75,0 126,0 TV Mode 1280 1024 50,1 53,4 90,1 Vesa Standard...

  • Page 51: Appendix E: Calling Technical Support

    APPENDIX E: CALLING TECHNICAL SUPPORT Appendix E: Calling Technical Support If you determine that your RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter is malfunctioning, do not attempt to alter or repair it. It contains no user-serviceable parts. Contact Technical Support. Before you do, make a record of the history of the problem. We will be able to provide more efficient and accurate assistance if you have a complete description, including: The firmware-revision level printed on the bottom of the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter •...

  • Page 52: Appendix F: Specifications

    RGB/EGA/CGA/MDA TO DVI(/VGA) CONVERTER Appendix F: Specifications Power Requirements Voltage PSU: 90..240VAC-0.5A-47..63Hz/6VDC-2000 mA Power required RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter: approx. 8W Interface Monitor VGA (1280x1024@75Hz, plug&play supported) DVI (1280x1024@60Hz, plug&play supported) Colour Depth 15 Bit for converting to DVI/VGA (5 Bit per colour)

  • Page 53: Appendix G: Connectors And Cables

    APPENDIX G: CONNECTORS AND CABLES Appendix G: Connectors and Cables RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter Connector Pinouts DVI-I Female connector (for Input and Output) 8 C1 C2 24 C3 C4 Signal Signal Signal T.M.D.S data 2- T.M.D.S data 1- T.M.D.S data 0- T.M.D.S data 2+ T.M.D.S data 1+ T.M.D.S data 0+...
  • Page 54 RGB/EGA/CGA/MDA TO DVI(/VGA) CONVERTER Programming Signal TxD (to PC RxD) RxD (from PC TxD) DTR from PC Power Signal Earth n.c. +6VDC Housing Shield...
  • Page 55 APPENDIX G: CONNECTORS AND CABLES EGA/CGA/MD-connector (for TTL-Input) Ground (GND) Ground (GND) Ground (GND) Red (LSB) Red (MSB) Green (MSB) Green Blue (MSB) Blue Green (LSB) Intensity Intensity Blue (LSB) Video H-SYNC H-SYNC H-SYNC V-SYNC V-SYNC V-SYNC...
  • Page 56 RGB/EGA/CGA/MDA TO DVI(/VGA) CONVERTER Adapter Cables DVI/VGA Adapter RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter: Monitor: DVI-I male connector HD15 female connector Signal Signal DDC Input (SCL) DDC Input (SCL) DDC Output(SDA) DDC Output (SDA) Analog VSYNC Analog VSYNC Analog Red Analog Red...
  • Page 57 NOTES...

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