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 when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by AJA Video can effect emission compliance
and could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Contacting Support
Limited Warranty
To contact AJA Video for sales or support, use any of the following methods:
443 Crown Point Circle, Grass Valley, CA. 95945 USA
Telephone: +1.800.251.4224 or +1.530.274.2048
Fax: +1.530.274.9442
Web: http://www.aja.com
Support Email: support@aja.com
Sales Email: sales@aja.com
When calling for support, have all information on the product (serial number etc.) at hand prior to
calling.
AJA Video warrants that this product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of five years from
the date of purchase. If a product proves to be defective during this warranty period, AJA Video, at its option, will either
repair the defective product without charge for parts and labor, or will provide a replacement in exchange for the defective
product.
In order to obtain service under this warranty, you the Customer, must notify AJA Video of the defect before the expiration
of the warranty period and make suitable arrangements for the performance of service. The Customer shall be responsible
for packaging and shipping the defective product to a designated service center nominated by 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. Customer shall be responsible for paying all shipping charges,
insurance, duties, taxes, and any other charges for products returned to any other locations.
This warranty shall not apply to any defect, failure or damage caused by improper use or improper or inadequate
maintenance and care. AJA Video shall not be obligated to furnish service under this warranty a) to repair damage resulting
from attempts by personnel other than AJA Video representatives to install, repair or service the product, b) to repair
damage resulting from improper use or connection to incompatible equipment, c) to repair any damage or malfunction
caused by the use of non-AJA Video parts or supplies, or d) to service a product that has been modified or integrated with
other products when the effect of such a modification or integration increases the time or difficulty of servicing the
product.
THIS WARRANTY IS GIVEN BY AJA VIDEO IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED. AJA VIDEO AND ITS VENDORS DISCLAIM ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. AJA VIDEO’S RESPONSIBILITY TO
REPAIR OR REPLACE DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS IS THE WHOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY PROVIDED TO
THE CUSTOMER FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
IRRESPECTIVE OF WHETHER AJA VIDEO OR THE VENDOR HAS ADVANCE NOTICE OF THE
POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
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Introduction
Features
AJA HD10A HDTV Analog to Serial Video Converter User Manual — Introduction
The HD10A is a miniature, high-quality, 10-bit analog to digital converter for
HDTV. A companion to the popular HD10C2 D/A converter, the HD10A can add
an HD-SDI output to cameras, VTRs, or other analog-only high definition
equipment. The HD10A accepts RGB or YPbPr analog HD and outputs three
duplicate HD-SDI signals. It provides 1080/1035i, 1080p, and 720p with internal
or external sync.
High-Quality 10-bit HDTV A/D Conversion
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Full Bandwidth Component HD RGB or YPbPr Input
Three HD-SDI Outputs
Multi-Standard
Internal or External Sync
Optional 12V Power
External DIP switch user interface for configuration
Bi-level sync capable (internal jumper)
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Block Diagram
COMPONENT
INPUTS (selected by DIP switch)
G
Y
Pb
B
Pr
R
External Sync
(Select Internal
or External Sync)
Color Space
Converter
&
Input Select
Ext
Filter
Filter
Filter
Int
Sync
Lock
A/D
Converter &
Decoder
Serialize
HD Serial Digital
OUTPUTS
HD10A Analog Component to Serial Digital HD Converter, Block Diagram
Serial Out 1
Serial Out 2
Serial Out 3
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I/O Connections
HD SDI Output 1
BNC
HD SDI Output 1
BNC
HD SDI Output 1
BNC
+ 5VDC
Power
Input
User Controls
HD10A, Side View
The user interface for the HD10A is a 4-switch DIP
accessible through a cut-out in the bottom of the
unit. Use the DIP switches to configure inputs,
vertical frame rate, and select internal or external
Sync.
Note:
The DIP switch functions have changed
during the manufacture of the HD10A. Definitions
presented in this manual apply only to units
manufactured after November 2004 (serial numbers
above 00796).
Component
Input BNCs
Configuration
determined by
DIP switch on
other side of
converter
External Sync
Input
DIP Switches
LEFT RIGHT
Switches 1 and 2 configure the input BNCs. Switch 3 selects Sync. The exact function
of each DIP switch and what it controls is described on the following pages.
Switch 1—Selects YPbPr or RGB Component Video from the 3
input BNCs
:
LEFTRIGHT
YPbPr:
Selects YPbPr format component input
RGB:
Selects RGB format component input
Switch 2—Select Vertical Framerate for the Component Inputs
:
LEFTRIGHT
59.94:
Selects 59.94 or 23.98 Hz framerate
60:
Selects 60, 25, or 24 Hz framerate
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AJA HD10A HDTV Analog to Serial Video Converter User Manual — Installation
Switch 3—Select Internal/External Sync
:
LEFTRIGHT
Selects Internal syncSelects External sync
Switch 4—Not Functional
Setting Internal Jumper for Bi-level or Tri-level Sync
There is an internal jumper used for selecting Bi-level or Tri-level. The jumper is set at the
factory to a default setting of Tri-level sync. To change this jumper setting, follow this
procedure:
Remove the bottom converter cover by removing the screws securing it, and then
sliding it off.
Locate the jumper on the circuit card inside and change it to one of the settings shown
in the diagram below:
For Tri-level Sync (default):
J6A
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Installation
Specifications
J6B
For Bi-level Sync:
J6A
J6B
Typically, HD10A installation consists of the following:
disconnect +5VDC from the convertor
configure the DIP switch for the desired equipment configuration and video formats
connect video equipment to the convertor BNCs
apply +5VDC power to the converter (AJA power supply model DWP)
ItemSpecification
Component InputsYPbPr, RGB (SMPTE-274), 3 BNCs
External Sync Input (optional)If used, supplies Sync; if not used Sync is generated