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Mini-Converter
Hi5-4K
Installation and Operation Guide
Version 1.1
Published: June 11, 2013
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  • Page 1 Mini-Converter Hi5-4K Installation and Operation Guide Version 1.1 Published: June 11, 2013 ®...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    USB Control and Setup—Using AJA MiniConfig ........
  • Page 3 Index............29 Hi5-4K v1.1...
  • Page 4: Notices

    Copyright Copyright © 2013 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

    To use this mode change the Video Source Selection to '2 X SDI 4K' . The HI5-4K will output either 4K x2160 or 3840x2160 if more than one HD input is present and the monitor can support those resolutions. For 4K input the HI5-4K may provide a center cut 3840, or pass the 4096 to the output, but there is no scaling between the two.
  • Page 6: Miniconfig Control

    Advanced control will support channel selection and mapping for eight channels of audio from either of two groups of eight channels on any of the four SDI inputs. Configuration set via MiniConfig is stored in the Hi5-4K unit through subsequent power cycles.
  • Page 7: Block Diagram

    Block Diagram Figure 1. Hi5-4K Converter, Simplified Block Diagram Control USB Bus 12C to HDMI XMIT and (connect to EDID Readback PC or Mac) Audio Disembed SDI In 1 RCVR Audio SDI In 2 Disembed Video Frame Buffer Audio Disembed...
  • Page 8: Installation

    2. Connect video equipment to the convertor BNCs and HDMI connector. 3. Apply power to the converter (AJA power supply included). 4. The Hi5-4K will now run using the default factory settings. If you wish to alter the factory settings, you’ll need to: •...
  • Page 9: Chapter 2: Operation

    Chapter 2: Operation USB Control and Setup—Using AJA MiniConfig The Hi5-4K 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 Hi5-4K using a supplied software application for PCs and Macs called “MiniConfig.
  • Page 10: Operating Miniconfig

    If you do, press Cancel—this alert can be ignored. Figure 4. Mac Network Message (ignore) PC Startup: To run MiniConfig on a PC, find the AJA MiniConfig in the program list and locate the AJA MiniConfig application. Figure 5. PC MiniConfig Startup...
  • Page 11: Tabbed Screens

    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 12: Input Tab Screen

    Video Format: Selects the Input Video Format. Choose from Auto, Progressive (P), Interlaced, or PsF (progressive segmented frame). Choosing “Auto” automatically selects the format based on the input video parameters and the payload ID. Hi5-4K v1.1 www.aja.com...
  • Page 13: Output Tab Screen

    • 1 x HD DS2 - use only Data Stream 2 as a single video Output Tab Screen Click on the Output tab to view and make changes to the Hi5-4K Output settings. Figure 8. MiniConfig, Output Tab Screen Output Video...
  • Page 14: Audio Tab Screen

    Choosing “Auto” automatically selects the output mode based on the attached device's capabilities. Audio Tab Screen Click on the Audio tab to view and make changes to the Hi5-4K audio settings. Figure 9. MiniConfig, Audio Tab Screen Audio Selections...
  • Page 15: 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/support/converters/converters-mini-rackmount.php...
  • Page 16: Info Tab Screen

    This is the factory set model name of the Mini-Converter (Hi5-4K). Assembly: This is the factory assembly number. Serial Number: This is the factory set unique serial number of your Hi5-4K. If you ever call AJA Support for service, you may be asked for this number. Hi5-4K v1.1 www.aja.com...
  • Page 17: Appendix A: Specifications

    SDI embedded audio, 24-bit, 8-channel Audio Outputs HDMI embedded audio, 24-bit, 8-channel Power +5-20 VDC Regulated, 8 Watts, Power Supply Required (included with purchase) Size 5.8” x 3.9” x 0.8” (147 mm x 99 mm x 20 mm) including connectors Hi5-4K v1.1 www.aja.com...
  • Page 18: Appendix B: Safety & 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. Hi5-4K v1.1 www.aja.com...
  • Page 19: 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. Hi5-4K v1.1 www.aja.com...
  • Page 20: 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. Hi5-4K v1.1 www.aja.com...
  • Page 21: 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. Hi5-4K v1.1 www.aja.com...
  • Page 22 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. Hi5-4K v1.1 www.aja.com...
  • Page 23 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. Hi5-4K v1.1 www.aja.com...
  • Page 24 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. Hi5-4K v1.1 www.aja.com...
  • Page 25 Advertência! Não abra o chassi. Não há internamente nenhuma peça que permita manutenção pelo usuário. Abrir o chassi anula a garantia, a menos que a abertura seja realizada por uma central de serviços da AJA ou por um local autorizado. Avvertenza! Non aprire lo chassis. All’interno non ci sono parti riparabili dall’utente.
  • 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. Hi5-4K v1.1 www.aja.com...
  • Page 27 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. Hi5-4K v1.1 www.aja.com...
  • Page 28: 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 29: Index

    Input Source setting 14 Input Tab Screen 12 Input Video Selections 12 Installation overview 8 K dual-stream 3Ghz SDI input 5 MiniConfig Operation 10 Screen Description 11 Starting 9 MiniConfig Control 6 MiniConfig installation Mac 9 PC 9 Mini-Converters Hi5-4K v1.1 www.aja.com...

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