Avitech Pacific C-A, Pacific C-AG User Manual

User Manual

Revision 1.0.0, (May, 2014)

Pacific C-A / C-AG

All-in-one Converter box with Scaler

User Manual

ABOUT THIS MANUAL

This manual contains information on using the Avitech Pacific C-A / C-AG all-in-one converter. There are 2 chapters
in this manual.

 Getting Started introduces the features and specifications as well as external components of Pacific C-A /

C-AG.

 System Configuration discusses the steps on using the LCD panel to set up Avitech Pacific C-A / C-AG, as

well as using the proprietary Avitech PacificConfig utility.

The following conventions are used to distinguish elements of text throughout the manual.

provides additional hints or information that require special attention.

identifies warnings which must be strictly followed.

Any name of a menu, command, icon or button on the screen is shown in a bold typeset. For example: On the Start
menu select Settings.

To assist us in making improvements to this user manual, we welcome any comments and constructive criticism.
Email us at: [e-mail].

WARNING
Do not attempt to disassemble the Pacific all-in-one converter module. Doing so may void the warranty. There are
no serviceable parts inside. Please refer all servicing to qualified personnel.

TRADEMARKS

All brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

COPYRIGHT
The information in this manual is subject to change without prior notice. No part of this document may be
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Corporation or any of its affiliates.

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For any questions regarding the information provided in this guide, call our technical support help line at
425-885-3863, or our toll free help line at 1-877-AVI-TECH, or email us at: [e-mail]

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Contents

About This Manual .................................................................................................................... ii

Warranty ..................................................................................................................................... v

Limitation of Liability ................................................................................................................ v

Extended Warranty Options ..................................................................................................... v

Services and Repairs Outside the Warranty Period .............................................................. v

Regulatory Information ............................................................................................................ v

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement ..................................................... v

European Union CE Marking and Compliance Notices ........................................................ v

Australia and New Zealand C-Tick Marking and Compliance Notice .................................. v

1. Getting Started ............................................................................................................ 1

1.1 Package Contents .............................................................................................................. 1

1.2 Product Features ............................................................................................................... 2

1.3 Specifications .................................................................................................................... 3

1.4 Connections to the Pacific C-A / C-AG ............................................................................ 6

2. System Configuration ................................................................................................. 8

2.1 Using the LCD Panel ......................................................................................................... 8

2.1.1 Welcome Screen ................................................................................................... 8

2.1.2 Navigating the Main Menu .................................................................................... 9

2.2 Using the Avitech PacificConfig Utility ......................................................................... 16

2.2.1 PacificConfig Utility Control Panel .................................................................... 16

2.2.2 Using the PacificConfig Utility ........................................................................... 17

2.2.3 Status Information .............................................................................................. 17

2.3 Using the Avitech ScreenCrop Utility ............................................................................ 18

2.3.1 ScreenCrop Utility Control Panel ...................................................................... 19

2.3.2 Using the ScreenCrop Utility ............................................................................. 21

2.3.3 Status Information .............................................................................................. 21

2.3.4 Cropping Feature ................................................................................................ 22

2.3.5 Cropped Instances Switching ............................................................................ 23

2.3.6 Pan Anywhere...................................................................................................... 24

Appendix A Change the IP Address ............................................................................ 25

Method 1: Change the IP Address of the Pacific C-A / C-AG / C-HSS / C-SHS ................. 25

Method 2: Change the IP Address of the Controlling Computer ....................................... 26

For Windows XP .............................................................................................................. 26

For Windows 7 ................................................................................................................. 26

Output Resolutions ................................................................................................................. 27

Appendix B Resetting to the Factory-Default State .................................................... 28

Method 1 .................................................................................................................................. 28

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Method 2 .................................................................................................................................. 28

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Warranty

Avitech International Corporation (herein after referred to as “Avitech”)

warrants to the original purchaser of the products manufactured in its
facility (the “Product”), that these products will be free from defects in
material and workmanship for a period of 1 year or 15 months from the
date of shipment of the Product to the purchaser. There is a 3 month
grace period between shipping and installation.

If the Product proves to be defective during the 1 year warranty period,

the purchaser’s exclusive remedy and Avitech’s sole obligation under
this warranty is expressly limited, at Avitech’s sole option, to:

(a) repairing the defective Product without charge for parts and labor;
or (b) providing a replacement in exchange for the defective Product;
or (c) if after a reasonable time is unable to correct the defect or
provide a replacement Product in good working order, then the
purchaser shall be entitled to recover damages subject to the limitation
of liability set forth below.

Limitation of Liability

Avitech’s liability under this warranty shall not exceed the purchase

price paid for the defective product. In no event shall Avitech be liable
for any incidental, special, or consequential damages, including
without limitation, loss of profits for any breach of this warranty.

If Avitech replaces the defective Product with a replacement Product
as provided under the terms of this Warranty, in no event will the term
of the warranty on the replacement Product exceed the number of
months remaining on the warranty covering the defective Product.
Equipment manufactured by other suppliers and supplied by Avitech

carries the respective manufacturer’s warranty. Avitech assumes no

warranty responsibility either expressed or implied for equipment
manufactured by others and supplied by Avitech.

This Warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied,
including without limitation, any implied warranty of merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose, all of which are expressly disclaimed.

This Hardware Warranty shall not apply to any defect, failure, or
damage: (a) caused by improper use of the Product or inadequate
maintenance and care of the Product; (b) resulting from attempts by
other than Avitech representatives to install, repair, or service the
Product; (c) caused by installation of the Product in a hostile operating
environment or connection of the Product to incompatible equipment;
or (d) caused by the modification of the Product or integration with
other products when the effect of such modification or integration
increases the time or difficulties of servicing the Product.

Any Product which fails under conditions other than those specifically
covered by the Hardware Warranty, will be repaired at the price of
parts and labor in effect at the time of repair. Such repairs are
warranted for a period of 90 days from date of reshipment to customer.

Extended Warranty Options

Avitech offers OPTIONAL Extended Warranty plans that provide
continuous coverage for the Product after the expiration of the
Warranty Period. Contact an Avitech sales representative for details
on the options that are available for the Avitech equipment.

Services and Repairs Outside the Warranty Period

Avitech makes its best offer to repair a product that is outside the
warranty period, provided the product has not reached its end of life
(EOL). The minimum charge for such repair excluding shipping and
handling is $200 (US dollars).

AVITECH INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION

● 15377 NE 90th Street Redmond, WA 98052 USA

● TOLL FREE 1 877 AVITECH

● PHONE [phone]

● FAX [phone]

● [e-mail]

● http://avitechvideo.com

Regulatory Information

Marking labels located on the exterior of the device indicate
regulations that the model complies with. Please check the marking
labels on the device and refer to the corresponding statements in this
chapter. Some notices apply to specific models only.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement

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. Properly
shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order
to meet FCC emission limits. Avitech is not responsible for any radio or
television interference caused by using other than recommended
cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to
this equipment. Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the
user's authority to operate the equipment. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

European Union CE Marking and Compliance Notices
Statements of Compliance

English

This product follows the provisions of the European Directive
1999/5/EC.

Dansk (Danish)

Dette produkt er i overensstemmelse med det europæiske direktiv
1999/5/EC.

Nederlands (Dutch)

Dit product is in navolging van de bepalingen van Europees Directief
1999/5/EC.

Suomi (Finnish)

Tämä tuote noudattaa EU-direktiivin 1999/5/EC määräyksiä.

Français (French)

Ce produit est conforme aux exigences de la Directive Européenne
1999/5/EC.

Deutsch (German)

Dieses Produkt entspricht den Bestimmungen der Europäischen
Richtlinie 1999/5/EC.

Ελληνικά (Greek)

To προϊόν αυτό πληροί τις προβλέψεις της Ευρωπαϊκής Οδηγίας
1999/5/EC.

Íslenska (Icelandic)

Þessi vara stenst reglugerð Evrópska Efnahags Bandalagsins númer
1999/5/EC.

Italiano (Italian)

Questo prodotto è conforme alla Direttiva Europea 1999/5/EC.

Norsk (Norwegian)

Dette produktet er i henhold til bestemmelsene i det europeiske
direktivet 1999/5/EC.

Português (Portuguese)

Este produto cumpre com as normas da Diretiva Européia 1999/5/EC.

Español (Spanish)

Este producto cumple con las normas del Directivo Europeo
1999/5/EC.

Svenska (Swedish)

Denna produkt har tillverkats i enlighet med EG-direktiv 1999/5/EC.

Australia and New Zealand C-Tick Marking and
Compliance Notice
Statement of Compliance

This product complies with Australia and New Zealand's standards for
radio interference.

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1. Getting Started

Avitech Pacific C-A / C-AG

Utility Disc (software and user manual)

12 V DC 2.5 A Power Adapter

Magnetic Foot Stand with Screws (4 pcs)

DVI-I to VGA Adapter

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DVI-I to YPbPr Adapter (optional)

The Pacific C-A / C-AG all-in-one Converter box allows conversion of input signals from HDMI/DVI/
VGA/YPbPr/CVBS (NTSC/PAL) and SDI (3G/HD/SD) to HDMI/DVI/VGA/YPbPr and SDI (3G/HD/SD)
output signals with scaling. A compact, stand-alone video converter, it is ideal for many professional
video conversion applications, including video production, conferencing, presentations, OB vans, post­production, and television broadcasting. It provides automatic video input format detection and audio
monitoring, supports a wide variety of video resolutions, and is capable of simultaneous output of VGA,
DVI, HDMI, YPbPr and SDI signals.

This chapter introduces the features and specifications as well as external components of Avitech
Pacific C-A / C-AG.

1.1 Package Contents

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Rack mount kit (optional)

D

Table 1-1 Package Contents

* See the Output Resolution Table in the Appendix of this manual for a complete list of resolutions.
** DVI-D loop out does not support analog source signals; VGA or YPbPr (through VGA or YPbPr to DVI
adapter).
*** Input port selection, output resolution, and device name and IP address adjustments are also supported
by the Avitech PacificConfig software.
Note: To comply with the HDCP license agreement, any source with HDCP encryption cannot be converted
to SDI.

1.2 Product Features

The Pacific C-A / C-AG is capable of converting and scaling signals to a high quality HDMI/DVI/VGA/
YPbPr and SDI signals. It can sense the following input signals: HDMI/DVI/VGA/YPbPr/SDI (3G/HD/SD)
/CVBS (NTSC/PAL) automatically, then convert and scale them to the user-defined HDMI/DVI/VGA and
SDI/YPbPr signal. The Pacific is capable of simultaneous output of DVI, HDMI, and SDI signals with
most resolutions.* It also features a DVI-D LOOP OUT** port for connection to an external display for
monitoring of the signal entering the DVI-I IN port.

The Pacific C-A / C-AG also supports area of interest cropping through its LCD interface and through a
computer connected to the Pacific C-A / C-AG. Additionally, Avitech’s PacificConfig utility*** software
can monitor the broadcast output of all networked Pacific devices.

For television broadcast application, the Pacific C-A / C-AG supports the setting of safe area graticules,
genlock functions (Pacific C-AG) with timing offset controls, and the embedding of analog stereo audio
into the SDI/HDMI output with a user defined time delay. The Pacific also has audio monitoring
capabilities through a 1/8 inch stereo headphone jack (which can support up to 170ms of delay).

The LCD interface on the Pacific C-A / C-AG displays its operational status and input signal information.
The LCD interface also allows users to fully configure all the Pacific’s settings.

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1.3 Specifications

Input

SDI/CVBS
(BNC connector)

Automatic sensing SDI (3G/HD/SD) CVBS (NTSC/PAL):

 NTSC/PAL
 SD-SDI (SMPTE 259M): 525i60, 625i50
 HD-SDI (SMPTE 292M): 720p25, 720p29.97, 720p30, 720p50,

720p59.94, 720p60, 1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60

 3G-SDI (SMPTE 424M): 1080p23.98, 1080PsF24, 1080p25,

1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60

HDMI
(HDMI type A)

Automatic sensing, the following input signals are supported:

 640x480, 60Hz/75Hz
 720×400, 70Hz
 800x600, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1024x768, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1280x960, 50Hz/60Hz
 1280x1024, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1360x765, 50Hz/60Hz
 1400x1080, 50Hz/60Hz
 1600x1200, 50Hz/60Hz
 1680x1050, 50Hz/60Hz
 1920x1080, 50Hz/60Hz
 1920x1200, 50Hz/60Hz

DVI-I
(DVI-I connector)

Automatic sensing, the following input signals are supported:

 640x480, 60Hz/75Hz
 720×400, 70Hz
 800x600, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1024x768, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1280x960, 50Hz/60Hz
 1280x1024, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1360x765, 50Hz/60Hz
 1400x1080, 50Hz/60Hz
 1600x1200, 50Hz/60Hz
 1680x1050, 50Hz/60Hz
 1920x1080, 50Hz/60Hz
 1920x1200, 50Hz/60Hz

VGA/YPbPr
(through adapter)

Automatic sensing, through adapter in DVI-I IN port; input signals
supported:

 800x600, 50Hz/60Hz
 1024x768, 50Hz/60Hz
 1280x960, 50Hz/60Hz
 1280x1024, 50Hz/60Hz
 1360x765, 50Hz/60Hz
 1400x1080, 50Hz/60Hz
 1600x1200, 50Hz/60Hz
 1680x1050, 50Hz/60Hz
 1920x1080, 50Hz/60Hz
 1920x1200, 50Hz/60Hz

If the refresh rate is not 60Hz, the image could become out of alignment.
In this case, use the “VGA Adjustment” feature to realign. “H START, V
START, WIDTH, HEIGHT, and H TOTAL” (through LCD interface).

Genlock
(BNC connector)

Frame synchronizer (Ref IN port)

Note: Port is not available for the Pacific C-A model without genlock
feature.

Audio
(Phono jack)

Analog audio (AUDIO IN port, stereo)
AES/EBU (embedded)

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Input

Ethernet
(RJ45 connector)

For connecting to a computer and using Avitech PacificConfig utility or
performing advanced operations (IP port).

Output

SDI
(BNC connector)

User configurable (support SMPTE 259M, 292M, and 424M at YCbCr
4:2:2/4:4:4 or RGB 4:4:4, 10-/12-bit):

 SD-SDI: 487i59.94, 576i50
 HD-SDI: 720p23.98, 720p24, 720p25, 720p29.97, 720p30,

720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60, 1080PsF23.98, 1080PsF24,
1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60

 3G-SDI: 1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30,

1080p50, 1080p59.94, 1080p60

User configurable (support SMPTE 425M at XYZ 4:4:4 or RGB 4:4:4,
12-bit):

 3G-SDI: 2048p23.98, 2048p24

SDI Embedded Audio (SDI OUT port)

Note: For models (Pacific C-A) without genlock feature (no Ref IN port);
the following refresh rates are not supported 23.98, 29.97 and 59.94Hz.

YPbPr
(DVI-I connector)

User configurable:

 480i59.94
 576i50
 720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60
 1080PsF23.98, 1080PsF24
 1080i50, 1080i59.94, 1080i60
 1080p23.98, 1080p24, 1080p25, 1080p29.97, 1080p30, 1080p50,

1080p59.94, 1080p60

Note: For models (Pacific C-A) without genlock feature (no Ref IN port);
the following refresh rates are not supported 23.98, 29.97 and 59.94Hz.

HDMI
(HDMI type A)

User configurable:

 800x600, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1024x768, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1280x720, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1280x768, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1280x1024, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1360x768, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1400x1050, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1440x900, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1600x1200, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1680x1050,50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1920x1080, 50Hz/60Hz

DVI-I
(DVI-I connector)

User configurable:

 640x480, 60Hz
 800x600, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1024x768, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1280x720, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1280x768, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1280x1024, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1360x768, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1400x1050, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1440x900, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1600x1200, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1680x1050,50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1920x1080, 50Hz/60Hz
 1920x1200, 50Hz/60Hz

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Output

VGA
(DVI-I connector)

User configurable:

 640x480, 60Hz
 800x600, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1024x768, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1280x720, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1280x768, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1280x1024, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1360x768, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1400x1050, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1440x900, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1600x1200, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1680x1050,50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1920x1080, 50Hz/60Hz
 1920x1200, 50Hz/60Hz

DVI-D Loopout
(DVI-D connector)

Looping output of the DVI-I input (non-configurable and not available for
VGA or YPbPr signal through DVI adapter):

 640x480, 60Hz/75Hz
 720×400, 70Hz
 800x600, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1024x768, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1280x960, 50Hz/60Hz
 1280x1024, 50Hz/60Hz/75Hz
 1360x765, 50Hz/60Hz
 1400x1080, 50Hz/60Hz
 1600x1200, 50Hz/60Hz
 1680x1050, 50Hz/60Hz
 1920x1080, 50Hz/60Hz
 1920x1200, 50Hz/60Hz

Audio
(Headphone jack)

Analog Audio (audio out port)
Stereo

Others

Power

Power consumption is 15 W maximum

 Input (AC): 100 to 250 V
 Output (DC): 12 V adapter

Dimensions/
Weight

Dimensions: 174×172×43 mm (6.85×6.77×1.69 inch)
Weight: 740 g (1.63 lb)

Environment/
Safety

Temperature:

 Operating: 0 C (32 F) to 40 C (104 F)
 Storage: –10 C (14 F) to 50 C (122 F)

Humidity: 0% to 80% relative, non-condensing
Safety: FCC/CE/C-Tick/Class A

Table 1-2 Specifications

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1.4 Connections to the Pacific C-A / C-AG

Front Panel

LCD Panel

Displays the configuration and control parameters

Control

Buttons

Go to previous selection
Go to next selection

Enters next menu level or select item

System Fan

Contains the system fan*

Rear Panel

Ethernet (IP)

Allows a computer to control the Pacific C-A / C-AG through a network

connection through an Ethernet cable.
(use with Avitech’s PacificConfig utility software)

Audio In/Out



Connects to the green connector for headphone function (stereo)

 IN

Connects to the pink connector for analog audio input

DVI-D LOOP

OUT

DVI connector for DVI video out loop (output signal coming from DVI-I IN
port only)**

Note: Often used for preview when the connected desktop computer is
only capable of supporting a single display output

Ref IN

Multi-format sync reference input (YPbPr/NTSC/PAL) for genlock function

(frame synchronizer)

Note: Port is not available for model (Pacific C-A) without genlock feature.

SDI OUT

BNC connector supports SDI (3G/HD/SD) signal output

DVI-I IN

DVI connector for DVI/VGA/YPbPr input sources (a DVI to VGA adapter

or DVI to YPbPr adapter may be required)

HDMI OUT

Connects to the monitor’s HDMI signal cable

HDMI IN

HDMI connector for HDMI input source***

DVI-I OUT

Connects to the monitor’s DVI / YPbPr and VGA (through adapter) signal
cable

SDI/CVBS IN

BNC connector for SDI (3G/HD/SD) / CVBS (NTSC/PAL) video sources

Power

(DC 12V)

Connects to the 12 V DC power adapter

Figure 1-1 Pacific C-A / C-AG Components

Table 1-3 Pacific C-A / C-AG Component Description

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* Do not cover or block the ventilation openings.
** DVI-D loop out does not support analog source signals; VGA or YPbPr (through VGA or
YPbPr to DVI adapter).
*** To comply with the HDCP license agreement, any source with HDCP encryption cannot be converted to

SDI.

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2. System Configuration

1. When the busy state “PLEASE WAIT . . . .” message is displayed on the LCD panel (see sample

screen above), DO NOT disconnect or connect any signal cables as a fault may occur.

2. Also, DO NOT change any of the incoming signal’s display resolutions while the Pacific C-A / C-AG is in
the busy state.

This screen displays the unit’s default settings.

1. First line (video): Automatically selects the input signal in the following order (firstly CVBS, SDI, YPbPr,
VGA, DVI, and lastly HDMI) when more than one signal type is detected.
Then, outputs it at 1080p @ 60Hz.
Note: Due to the screen display size constraint, (A:AUTO, H:HDMI, V:VGA, Y:YPbPr, S:SDI, D:DVI).

2. Second line (audio): The default audio signal source is set at “Follow Video” (e.g., HDMI). The audio
feature allows the selection of an audio signal source (Follow Video, HDMI, SDI, LINE IN). By default
the audio time delay is set to: 0 (no audio delay). The Pacific C-A / C-AG supports up to 170ms of time
delay.

Settings made through the LCD panel will be saved automatically upon powering off the Pacific.

This chapter discusses the process of using the LCD panel to set up the Pacific C-A / C-AG, as well as
instructions on how to use the Avitech PacificConfig utility software.

2.1 Using the LCD Panel

The LCD panel allows for control of the Pacific C-A / C-AG including features such as input/output signal
adjustments, video cropping, keying/overlay, aspect ratio adjustments and operational status reports.
The LCD panel consists of 3 buttons:

Go to previous selection (up arrow button)
Go to next selection (down arrow button)

Enter the next level of a menu, or select the currently highlighted item.

Figure 2-1 LCD Panel: Busy State

2.1.1 Welcome Screen

Upon starting up the LCD panel, the welcome screen is shown for about 15 seconds.

Figure 2-2 LCD Panel: Welcome Screen

Then the following default screen is displayed.

Figure 2-3 LCD Panel: Default Initial Screen

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2.1.2 Navigating the Main Menu

Input Port

Autoscan

On: enables the signal automatic detection feature.
Off: selects the signal manually.

 Source:

 HDMI
 DVI
 VGA
 YPbPr
 SDI

Exit

Exits the input signal setup menu.

If selecting the signal manually, make sure to select the correct signal type based on the actual connected
input signal to the Pacific C-A / C-AG to avoid image display problems (e.g., noise, flicker, etc.).

Output Port

SDI Enable

On: enables SDI out feature (default setting).
Off: disables SDI out feature.

YPbPr Enable

On: enables YPbPr out feature.
Off: disables YPbPr out feature (default setting).

Note: Make sure to select “Off” when outputting VGA signal on “DVI-I
OUT” port (through DVI-I to VGA adapter) to avoid a color display
problem.

Standard

SMPTE: select this for SDI/YPbPr output.
VESA: select this for HDMI/DVI/VGA output.

Output Timing

For SMPTE standard, select the following output signal.

 2048p @ 23.98, 24 (Hz)
 1080p @ 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60 (Hz)
 1080i @ 50, 59.94, 60 (Hz)
 1080PsF @ 23.98, 24 (Hz)
 720p @ 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60 (Hz)
 SD_625 (576i @ 50 Hz)
 SD_525 (487i @ 59.94 Hz)

For VESA standard, select the following output signal.

 1920x1200 @ 50, 60 (Hz)
 1920x1080 @ 50, 60 (Hz)
 1680x1050 @ 50, 60, 75 (Hz)
 1600x1200 @ 50, 60, 75 (Hz)
 1440x900 @ 50, 60, 75 (Hz)
 1400x1050 @ 50, 60, 75 (Hz)
 1360x768 @ 50, 60, 75 (Hz)
 1280x1024 @ 50, 60, 75 (Hz)
 1280x768 @ 50, 60, 75 (Hz)
 1280x720 @ 50, 60, 75 (Hz)
 1024x768 @ 50, 60, 75 (Hz)
 800x600 @ 50, 60, 75 (Hz)
 640x480 @ 60 (Hz)

Note: For models (Pacific C-A) without the genlock feature (no Ref IN
port); 23.98, 29.97 and 59.94Hz refresh rates are not supported.

1. Press the button from the default initial screen to enter the main menu.

2. Use the buttons on the front panel to navigate: ( / / )

3. There are a number of tables below, each detailing an item on the main menu (Input Port,
Output Port… etc.) Within each table is listed the choices that can be made within each item.

Table 2-1 Input Port

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Output Port

Exit

Exits the output signal setup menu.

Map Structure

Status

Selects the desired “sampling structure/pixel depth” based on output
signal’s “image format” and “frame/field rate.”

 YCbCr42210-bit425M Level A/B

425M Level B is only available for 1080p@50, 1080p@59.94,

1080p@60, 2048p@23.98, 2048p@24 (Hz)

 YCbCr44410-bit425M Level A
 RGB44412-bit425M Level A/B
 XYZ44412-bit425M Level A/B

Exit

Exits the map structure setup menu.

1. Map structure is not available when “OUTPUT PORT”



”STANDARD”



is set at “VESA.”

2. Map structure is locked at YCbCr422 when output resolution is at SD_525, SD_625, 1080p@50,
1080p@59.94, 1080p@60 (Hz).

3. Map structure can only be RGB444 or XYZ444 when output resolution is at 2048p@23.98, 2048p@24
(Hz).

OSD

(on screen display)

Color Bar

On: enables the color bar and current pattern select feature. The color bar
can only be turned on when there is no input signal. (default setting is On)

 COLOR BAR
 2×2 CROSSHATCH

Off: disables the display of the color bar.

Exit

Exits the OSD setup menu.

The color bar feature is a pattern generator for showing a signal when there is no input signal. It can be
utilized as test pattern (input signal) for self testing or verification for other devices.

Image

Adjustment

Status

The input port currently selected is displayed as follows, (Input Port: VGA,
Input Port: CVBS, etc.) If the selected input is digital such as SDI, DVI, or HDMI
then the “VGA Adjustment” and “CVBS/YPbPr Adjustment” portions of the
image adjustment menu are not available. With digital signals use the (“Image
Adjustment” / “Parameter”) portion of the menu.

When the selected input signal is VGA, CVBS, or YPbPr, the “VGA
Adjustment” and “CVBS/YPbPr Adjustment” portions of the “Image
Adjustment” menu are available.

 Auto-detect (firstly CVBS, SDI, YPbPr, VGA, DVI, and lastly HDMI)
 VGA Adjustment: this feature is designed to adjust an analog VGA

signal that may be misaligned or off-color due to a long cabling
situation.
Note: Only available when the signal is VGA.

 DEFAULT
 HSTART (horizontal starting position)
 WIDTH (horizontal “active area”)
 VSTART (vertical starting position)

Table 2-2 Output Port

Table 2-3 Map Structure

Table 2-4 OSD

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Image

Adjustment

 HEIGHT (vertical “active area”)
 HTOTAL (horizontal total) ****(refer to the figure below)

Make sure the value of HSTART added to the value of WIDTH does
not exceed HTOTAL.
Note: V TOTAL: (vertical total) ****(refer to the figure below)
Make sure the value of VSTART added to the value of HEIGHT
does not exceed V TOTAL.

 REDGAIN
 GREENGAIN
 BLUEGAIN
 AUTO ADJUST (performs automatic alignment of VGA image

inside the window)

 AUTO GAIN (performs automatic gain adjustment by correcting the

color values)

 CVBS/YPbPr Adjustment: this feature is designed to adjust a CVBS or

YPbPr misaligned or color-off signal due to a long cabling situation.
Note: Only available when the signal is CVBS or YPbPr.

 DEFAULT
 HSTART (horizontal starting position)
 WIDTH (horizontal “active area”)
 VSTART (vertical starting position)
 HEIGHT (vertical “active area”)
 HTOTAL (horizontal total) ****(refer to the figure above)

Make sure the value of HSTART added to the value of WIDTH does
not exceed HTOTAL.
Note: V TOTAL: (vertical total) ****(refer to the figure above)
Make sure the value of VSTART added to the value of HEIGHT
does not exceed V TOTAL.

 Parameter:

 LAMBDA (only available when output signal is set at

2048p@23.98, 2048p@24 and Map Structure is set at XYZ444) *

 BRIGHTNESS
 CONTRAST
 SHARPNESS
 SATURATION (only available when signal is non-RGB; or HDMI

YCbCr422 / interlaced. It can only be set for YUV color space.)

 HUE (only available when signal is non-RGB; or HDMI YCbCr422 /

interlaced. It can only be set for YUV color space.)

 DEFAULT

Exit

Exits the image adjustment setup menu.

Table 2-5 Image Adjustment

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1. Image misalignment is most likely to occur with VGA signals in the 50Hz timing frequency range and
the less commonly used resolutions in the 60Hz timing frequency range.

a) When switching between VGA resolution signals that have timing frequencies (horizontal and vertical

frequency, vertical total) that are very similar, image misalignment may occur.

b) e.g., 1280×1024 60Hz change to 1400×1050 60Hz (adjust HSTART/VSTART/WIDTH/HEIGHT) back

to 1280×1024 60Hz (since the timing frequency is very near that of 1400×1050 60Hz, adjust
HSTART/VSTART/WIDTH/HEIGHT for 1280×1024 60Hz again to prevent image misalignment).

2. Depending on the signal type, SATURATION and HUE can only be set for YUV color space.

a) YUV is a color space typically used as part of a color image pipeline. Taking human perception into

account, YUV encodes a color image or video, allowing reduced bandwidth for chrominance
components. This typically masks transmission errors or compression artifacts more efficiently than
using a "direct" RGB-representation.

b) When the HDMI signal is transmitted under YCbCr422 color space (set from HDMI device itself),

Pacific C-A / C-AG will enable the SATURATION and HUE function in IMAGE PARAMETER menu. If
the HDMI signal is under YCbCr444 color space, the SATURATION and HUE functions will be
disabled.

*
In compliance with ST 431-1:2006 (SMPTE standard that specifies the absolute luminance level, white
point chromaticity, and luminance uniformity of the reflected screen light for the presentation of motion
pictures by projectors with digital light engines in review rooms and commercial cinemas. The purpose of
this specification is to achieve the tone scale and contrast in the projected image that will correspond to that
intended during the mastering process), this item allows the adjustment of the “L” value in the decoding

equation for luminance: where Y’ is the DCDM (Digital Cinema Distribution
Master) code value for luminance, Y is luminance, and L is 48.0.

The following “white luminance value” table includes the value for (Parameter), (Reference), (Review Room
Tolerances), and (Theater Tolerances).

MAKE SURE that 48.0 cd/m2 is the basis (Reference) for the adjustment, then use the “Lambda” item in the
LCD panel (–10 to 10) to adjust the Theater Tolerance.

 Reference: The desired parameter level or value. This is the value relative to defined tolerances.
 Review Room: A theater in which critical image decisions are made.
 Theater: A facility in which a paying customer views the images.

The projector should be set-up and run according to the manufacturer’s specifications. For these
measurements, the projector must be turned on and allowed to stabilize for at least 20 minutes before any
measurements are taken. The room lights in the theater should be turned off (except for lighting provided for
safety reasons), in order to equal the normal theater operating conditions. The projector must receive

images defined by the X’Y’Z’ code values (refer to the next table; the last column when added up
corresponds to the “L” value of approximately 48.0).

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Crop Image

Status

On: adjusts the crop area and location.

 LEFT: sets the horizontal starting point.
 TOP: sets the vertical starting point.
 RIGHT: sets the horizontal ending point.
 BOTTOM: sets the vertical ending point.
 DEFAULT

Off: disables the crop image feature.

Exit

Exits the crop image setup menu.

1. The CROP IMAGE feature will be turned Off when KEYING feature is enabled.

2. Make sure the difference in value between LEFT and RIGHT is not less than 20%
(e.g., LEFT = 80.0% RIGHT = 100.0%). Likewise, the difference in value between TOP and
BOTTOM must not be less than 20% (e.g., TOP = 80.0% BOTTOM = 100.0%). Put simply, the
smallest crop size that is valid is 20% the total height by 20% the total width.

Aspect Ratio

Status

On: sets the display’s aspect ratio.

 4:3
 16:9
 AUTO
 CUSTOM

1 to 20 for width ratio : 1 to 20 for height ratio.

Off: disables the aspect ratio detect feature.

Exit

Exits the aspect ratio setup menu.

1. The ASPECT RATIO feature will be turned Off when KEYING feature is enabled.

2. When the width is greater than the height, the width cannot be more than 6 times the value of the
height. (6:1 ratio)

3. Likewise, when the height is greater than the width, the height cannot be more than 6 times the
value of the width. (1:6 ratio)

Keying (Overlay)

Status

On: This superimposes the inputted computer image on top of an existing

video signal. This feature works best with green screens and virtual sets.

 CROP IMAGE: set the crop area parameters.
 OUTPUT WINDOW: set output video range.
 BACKGROUND COLOR: set background color range (RGB)
 DEFAULT

Off: disables the keying feature.

Exit

Exits the keying setup menu.

The KEYING feature will be turned Off when the CROP IMAGE or ASPECT RATIO features are enabled.

Color Correct(ion)

Status

On: enables the color correction feature.
Off: disables the color correction feature.

Exit

Exits the color correction setup menu.

Table 2-6 Crop Image

Table 2-7 Aspect Ratio

Table 2-8 Keying

Table 2-9 Color Correction

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1. This function is applicable for 1080p input signal only.

2. When the Pacific C-A / C-AG (SDI OUT) is connected to the Pacific C-SHS (SDI IN), make sure that the
Pacific C-A / C-AG’s COLOR CORRECT function is enabled (set On) and the Pacific C-SHS’s COLOR
CORRECT function is disabled (set Off) to allow the embedded color corrected signal to pass through.

Genlock

Status

On: This feature in the Pacific C-AG synchronizes the video sources

(Signals from DVI-I IN, SDI/CVBS IN, and HDMI IN ports will be
synchronized with the Ref IN port signal).

 GENLOCK OUTPUT: refer to table 2-11 for more details on

supported output standard.

 TIMING OFFSET: sets the delay lines.

 for SD 525 signal up to 524 delay lines
 for SD 625 signal up to 624 delay lines
 for 720p signal up to 749 delay lines
 for 1080p or 1080i or 2048p signal up to 1124 delay lines

Off: disables the genlock feature.

Exit

Exits the genlock setup menu.

1. For models (Pacific C-A) without the genlock feature, this item is not available for configuration.

2. Genlock feature is not available when “OUTPUT PORT””STANDARD” is set to “VESA.”

3. The genlock feature requires a sync reference signal entering the Ref IN port. Changing or

disconnecting the sync reference will cause the Pacific to automatically turn off genlock.

Table 2-10 Genlock

Table 2-11 Genlock Output

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Headphone

Status

Enables audio output through headphones.

 SOURCE: selects from the available 4 source channels.

 CH1, CH2, CH3, CH4

 MIX MODE: selects the left/right/both channels.

 LCH, RCH, R/L

 VOLUME: adjusts the volume.

 1 up to 127 (level – Each press of the button moves one

cursor position to the right. A long press of button accepts
the value entered).

Exit

Exits the headphone setup menu.

Audio

Status

On: enables the audio output.

 SOURCE: selects the audio source.

 HDMI
 LINE IN
 SDI

 DELAY: sets the delay times.

 0 to 170ms, sample rate at 48kHz (Each press of the

button moves one cursor position to the right. A long press of

button accepts the value entered).

 FOLLOW VIDEO: enables (On) auto switching of audio source to

selected video source.

Off: disables the audio output.

Exit

Exits the audio setup menu.

Setup

Backlight

On: enables the LCD panel's backlight.
Off: disables the LCD panel's backlight.

Contrast

Sets the LCD panel's contrast from 0 to 16.

Idle Time

On: scrolling text (conversion format and related frame rate) will appear

when the LCD panel of Pacific C-A / C-AG is idle.

 15 mins
 30 mins
 45 mins
 60 mins

Off: disables the scrolling text feature.

Reset

On: resets to default setting, system reboot is required.
Off: keeps present setting.

BIOS Version

Shows the current firmware version for reference.

IP Address

Allows user to modify the IP ADDRESS, SUBNET MASK, and
GATEWAY based on their Ethernet environment.

Note: Each press of the button moves one cursor position to the right.
A long press of button accepts the value entered.

Exit

Exits the setup menu.

Table 2-12 Headphone

Table 2-13 Audio

Table 2-14 Setup

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2.2 Using the Avitech PacificConfig Utility

This utility can only be used with the Windows operating system.

Status Information

Devices on
Network

Displays all detected Avitech Pacific Converters in the same network
mask. The status button will become active (not grayed-out) when
Pacific C-A / C-AG / C-HSS / C-SHS is selected from the Devices on

Network window.

IP List Refresh
Button

Click the IP list refresh button to update the connected Avitech
devices’ IP addresses in the same network mask.

Change IP

Changes the IP address of the selected Pacific C-A / C-AG / C-HSS /
C-SHS.

Status Button

View the operational status of the selected Pacific C-A / C-AG /

C-HSS / C-SHS.

C-A / C-AG / C-HSS
/ C-SHS

Displays what type of Pacific converter is currently connected.

Input Port

Specifies the input signal source (HDMI/DVI/VGA/YPbPr/SDI) or
Autoscan (automatically selects the input signal in the following order

(firstly CVBS, SDI, YPbPr, VGA, DVI, and lastly HDMI) when more than
one signal type is detected).

Note: Make sure to select the correct signal type based on the actual input
signal to the Pacific C-A / C-AG to avoid image display problems (e.g.,
noise, flicker, etc.).
Upon quitting PacificConfig utility, the last selected input signal source
which was stored through “Saved to Flash” button will be automatically
shown upon next start-up of the utility.
If input signal source of the last saved selection is not available upon
restarting PacificConfig utility, then the input port will need to be reset.
(refer to section 2.1.2, “SETUP” item to “RESET”).

The Pacific C-A / C-AG comes with a windows based user interface called PacificConfig. Avitech’s
PacificConfig utility is easy to use and hosts several powerful tools including:

 Input port selection
 Easy adjustment of the output resolution and timing
 The ability to control up to 153 Pacific converters through a network connection

2.2.1 PacificConfig Utility Control Panel

Figure 2-4 PacificConfig Utility Control Panel

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Status Information

Output Resolution

For configuring the specific output resolution and related frame rate.

Note: The following frame rates are not supported: 23.98, 29.97 and

59.94Hz for models (like the Pacific C-A) without genlock feature (no Ref

IN port).

Save to Flash

Saves the current PacificConfig session’s parameters to the flash
memory of the Pacific C-A / C-AG. The settings will be automatically
loaded on next PacificConfig session.

Disconnect

Terminates connection of selected Pacific C-A / C-AG / C-HSS / C-SHS.

Table 2-15 PacificConfig Utility Control Panel Description

Before using the PacificConfig utility to control Pacific C-A / C-AG, it needs to be set in the same network
mask as the connected computer. Please refer to the “Appendix” for further details on setting up the
network mask.

A Windows Security Alert screen may appear upon using PacificConfig utility for the first time on a
computer. Click Unblock, and the Windows Alert will not appear on subsequent uses of PacificConfig.

2.2.2 Using the PacificConfig Utility

To use the PacificConfig utility, perform the following steps:

Step 1. Copy the three PacificConfig utility system files to the computer.
Step 2. Double-click PacificConfig.exe. In case an alert screen appears, click Unblock to continue.

2.2.3 Status Information
PacificConfig utility allows for easy monitoring of all networked Pacific devices. With 2 clicks of the

mouse, view the operational status of any of the Pacific converters that are on the network.

Step 1. Click to select the desired IP address from the Devices on Network window. This action will

connect to that particular Pacific device.

 The “Status” button will be enabled and the radio button for that Pacific C-A or Pacific

C-AG or Pacific C-HSS or Pacific C-SHS would be faintly highlighted.

Step 2. Click the “Status” button and a popup window will display detailed information about that

device’s operational status and broadcast output.

 Displays the Pacific converter’s status information such as input signal type, output

resolution and related frame rate, audio source, color correction on/off, sampling, pixel
depth, genlock on/off (optional); and input timing such as horizontal/vertical frequency,
vertical total lines, horizontal total/start pixel, and vertical start line.

Figure 2-5 Detailed Information of Connected Pacific C-A / C-AG

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2.3 Using the Avitech ScreenCrop Utility

1. This utility can only be used with the Windows operating system.

2. This utility’s cropping feature cannot be used when KEYING is enabled (Status: ON) in the LCD panel.

For ScreenCrop to display correctly:

1. When using a computer that does not support dual displays, make sure to use a DVI cable (or a HDMI

cable with a HDMI-to-DVI® adapter) for the DVI-I IN port of Pacific to receive the signal. Next, connect a
second monitor to the DVI-D LOOP OUT port of the Pacific.

2. When using a computer with a built-in monitor such as a laptop or an all in one computer or when using

a computer that supports dual display outputs, then can connect to the Pacific C-A simply through the
HDMI IN port.

The Pacific C-A comes with a windows-based user interface called ScreenCrop. Avitech’s ScreenCrop
utility is easy to use and hosts several powerful tools that include:

 Live Pan Preview
 Area of Interest cropping (supports 2 instances)
 Cropped-area scaling
 Easy adjustment of the output resolution and timing
 The ability to control up to 153 Pacific converters through an Ethernet connection

With ScreenCrop utility:

 Easily air Microsoft PowerPoint presentations and other computer-based content.
 Selects and scales YouTube windows to fit any broadcast output resolution.
 Crops out extraneous interface toolbars and broadcasts clean Google Earth maps.
 Outputs any video stream playing on any media player, such as QuickTime, VLC,

or Windows Media Player.

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2.3.1 ScreenCrop Utility Control Panel

Status Information (1)

Devices on
Network

Displays all detected Avitech’s Pacific converters in the same network
mask. The status button becomes active (not grayed-out) when
Pacific C-A/C-AG/C-HSS/C-SHS is selected from the IP LIST window.

IP List Refresh
Button

Click the IP list refresh button to update the connected Avitech
devices’ IP address in the same network mask.

Change IP

Changes the IP address of selected Pacific C-A/C-AG/C-HSS/C-SHS.

C-A / C-AG / C-HSS
/ C-SHS

Displays what type of Pacific converter is currently connected.

Input Port

Specify the source port of the input signal or select “Autoscan.”

Output Resolution

Configures the specific output resolution and related frame rate.

Status Button

Shows the operational status of the selected Pacific C-A/C-AG/

C-HSS/C-SHS. This button is only available (not grayed-out) when the
Pacific C-A/C-AG/C-HSS/C-SHS is selected in the “IP LIST” window
(refer to section 2.3.3 for details).

Cropping Feature (2)

Left/Top/Width/
Height

Displays and adjusts the cropped instance’s size and related location.

Set

After entering/adjusting the Left/Top/Width/Height parameters, click this
button to change the location of the four green cropping corners.

Instance

Chooses between 2 different area of interest instances (Instance One or
Two) and then set the cropping parameters.

Figure 2-6 ScreenCrop Utility Control Panel

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Cropping Feature (2)

Switch Instance

If both Instance One and Instance Two cropping parameters have been
set, then clicking the Switch Instance button will toggle between the 2
instances and automatically output the cropping parameters.

Ratio

Sets a fixed (1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 5:4, 16:9) aspect ratio or a non-fixed (Any)
aspect ratio for any area of interest.

Crosshair

Automatically selects a window/object to be cropped by positioning
the “crosshair” on the desired window/object.
 For example, auto-selects a YouTube window or a Google Map.

Crop

Crops an area by dragging the cursor. Upon releasing the left mouse
button, 4 green cropping corners will display the area just selected (area
of interest).

Repeated Pan

Enables the pan feature for cropped instance (pan anywhere).

Send Crop

Sends the cropped instance to the selected Pacific C-A.

Disable Crop

Disables the cropping.

Cropping feature is only available on the Pacific C-A / C-AG / C-HSS.

Others (3)

Save to Flash

Saves the current ScreenCrop session’s parameter to the flash memory
of the Pacific C-A. The settings can be automatically loaded on the next
ScreenCrop session.

Disconnect

Terminates the connection of selected Pacific device.

Table 2-16 ScreenCrop Utility Control Panel Description

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2.3.2 Using the ScreenCrop Utility

Before using the ScreenCrop utility to control the Pacific C-A, set it in the same network mask with the
connected computer. Refer to the “Appendix A” for further details on setting up the network mask.

A Windows Security Alert screen may appear upon using ScreenCrop utility for the first time on a computer.
Click Unblock, and the Windows Alert will not appear on subsequent uses of ScreenCrop.

To use the ScreenCrop utility, perform the following steps:

Step 1. Copy the 3 ScreenCrop utility system files to the computer.
Step 2. Double-click ScreenCrop.exe.

2.3.3 Status Information
ScreenCrop utility allows for easy monitoring of all networked Pacific devices. With 2 clicks of the

mouse, fully operate any Pacific converters that are on the network.

Step 1. Click to select the desired IP address from the “Device on Network” window. This will connect to

that particular Pacific device.

 The “Status” button will be enabled and the radio button for the selected Pacific device

will be faintly highlighted.

Step 2. Clicking the “Status” button will display a pop-up window that shows detailed information about

the device’s operational status and broadcast output.

 It gives a status report on the Pacific converter, which includes input signal type, output

resolution and related frame rate, audio source, color correction (on/off), sampling, pixel
depth, genlock (on/off – for Pacific C-AG model), and input timing (horizontal/vertical
frequency, vertical total lines, horizontal total/start pixel, and vertical start line).

Figure 2-7 Detailed Information on the Connected Pacific C-A

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2.3.4 Cropping Feature

1. When cropping, Left/Top position, Width, and Height are calculated based on module’s input display

size. The value for Width and Height must be greater than 20% of the panel width and the panel
height.
 For example, if the module’s input display timing is 1280×1024 @ 60Hz, then the panel width is

1280 and the panel height is 1024. The cropped window size must be greater than 256 (20% of

1280) × 204 (20% of 1024).

2. Depending on the display resolution, a minimal change in the cropping parameters (Left/Top/Width/

Height) may not produce any noticeable effect.

3. It is highly recommended to set the displayed image to fill up the monitor’s whole screen (use the

monitor’s built-in display settings to fill the entire screen) to prevent black bar(s) from appearing after
cropping.

Image scaling methods may differ per different graphics cards in the market, causing a pixel or more to be
left on the screen (residue from the 4 green corners). Adjust the value of Left/Top/Width/Height, and then
click the Set button to fine-tune the display area for the residue to disappear.

ScreenCrop utility sets 2 instances of “area of interest.” The associate contents can then be transmitted
to the intended audiences. To crop areas of interest, perform the following steps.

Step 1. Click the Crop button and use the cursor to select an area to crop. Upon releasing the left

mouse button, 4 green cropping corners will display the selected area.

 A floating 5× magnifying window will display any nearby graphics at 5x and other

relevant cursor information (e.g., position and RGB value).

Figure 2-8 Magnified Floating Window Showing Cursor and RGB Value

 Click on and drag any of the 4 green cropping corners to enlarge/reduce the area just

selected. May also use the keyboard’s top/left/right/down buttons to fine-tune the scope
of the area to be cropped without using the mouse button.

 For additional fine tuning, manually enter the values of the Left/Top/Width/ Height and

click the Set button. This will modify the scope of area to be cropped at pixel-level
accuracy.

Step 2. Click the Send Crop button to send the cropped image back to the Pacific C-A for it to be

displayed on the output monitor through the SDI OUT connector.

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 Automatically selects a window or object to be cropped by clicking and dragging the

1. Upon quitting ScreenCrop utility, the parameters (Left/Top/Width/Height) from the last crop were

stored through the Saved to Flash button or the Send Crop button, and will be automatically shown
upon the utility's next start-up.

2. If the current screen resolution is different than the last resolution, then the parameters for cropping will

need to be re-adjusted based on the new resolution upon restarting the ScreenCrop utility.

crosshair button onto the desired window/object to be cropped.
 Notice how the mouse cursor has become a crosshair. Continue to hold the mouse

button and move around the screen, 4 green corners and a violet rectangle will
surround the edge of the selected window/object. When the desired window has
been selected, release the left mouse button.

 To do another screen crop, perform these steps once again.
 To discard the area selected, click the Disable Crop button.

Step 3. Click the Disconnect button or close the ScreenCrop utility to disconnect the computer from the

Pacific C-A.

2.3.5 Cropped Instances Switching
ScreenCrop utility not only crops areas of interest, but it also allows for the selection of 2 separate

instances that can be switched accordingly. Perform the following steps to switch between 2 cropped
instances.

Step 1. Use the drop-down menu to select Instance One or Two, and then set cropping parameters.
Step 2. Switch between the 2 “Instances” by clicking the Switch Instance button.

Figure 2-9 Area of Interest (First/Second Instance)

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2.3.6 Pan Anywhere
The “Pan” feature allows transfer of a previously-set area of interest to another portion of the screen by

clicking the Repeated Pan checkbox. Upon enabling the Repeated Pan option, the following dialog box
will appear.

Figure 2-10 Pan Instruction

Follow the instructions in the dialog box: Place the mouse pointer on any of the 4 cropping corners, and
then use the right-mouse button to pan the area of interest.

Figure 2-11 Pan Area of Interest

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Appendix A Change the IP Address

1. This label can only be seen on the computer running the PacificConfig utility. Any remote computer

running the PacificConfig utility will only see the IP address listed in the Devices on Network window
without the label.

2. Upon attaching a label to a particular IP address, a text file will automatically be generated in the

Config folder of the computer where the PacificConfig.exe file was saved.
(e.g., 210.100.100.228.txt). A text-editing program can be used to edit the label in this text file. After

saving the changes, click the refresh button to see the new label in the Devices on Network
window.

The following two methods allow Pacific C-A / C-AG / C-HSS / C-SHS to be in the same network mask
with the connected computer.

Method 1: Change the IP Address of the Pacific C-A / C-AG / C-HSS / C-SHS

Step 1. Run PacificConfig utility by double-clicking PacificConfig.exe. Select the Pacific C-A / C-AG /

C-HSS / C-SHS IP address appearing in Devices on Network window. Then click Change IP.
The following screen will appear showing the current IP address in the New IP field. The

corresponding Network Mask and Gateway belonging to the current IP address will be
automatically displayed.

Figure A-1 PacificConfig Utility: Change IP Screen

Step 2. Enter a New IP address. Edit the Network Mask and Gateway. Then, click Save. The IP

address will be changed for the target device (saved to flash memory of Pacific C-A / C-AG /
C-HSS / C-SHS).

Step 3. Enter the Device Label. This feature allows the attaching of a label to the corresponding IP

address appearing in the Devices on Network window. The following window will appear when
attempting to exit without setting the Label.

Figure A-2 PacificConfig Utility: Enter Label Prompt

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Step 4. Click Save. The IP address will be changed for the target device (saved to flash memory of

Pacific C-A / C-AG / C-HSS / C-SHS).

Step 5. When the next window appears, click OK to exit.

Figure A-3 Save IP Screen

Method 2: Change the IP Address of the Controlling Computer

For Windows XP

Step 1. Click Start, and then right-click the mouse on My Network Places, and click Properties.
Step 2. When the next screen appears, right-click Local Area Connection icon, and click Properties.
Step 3. When next screen appears, click to highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and click Properties.
Step 4. When the next screen appears, click the radio button to select Use the following IP address:,

and then enter the IP address: 210 . 100 . 100 . x (where x is any value from 1 – 253), and
Subnet mask: 255 . 255 . 255 . 0.

Step 5. Click OK to exit.

For Windows 7

Step 1. Click Start and type in Network and Sharing Center.
Step 2. Click Change Adapter Settings on the left.
Step 3. Right-click the Local Area Connection the Pacific is connected to and select Properties.
Step 4. When the next screen appears, click to highlight Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4), and

click Properties.

Step 5. When the next screen appears, click the radio button to select Use the following IP address:,

and then enter the IP address: 210 . 100 . 100 . x (where x is any value from 1 – 253), and
Subnet mask: 255 . 255 . 255 . 0.

Step 6. Click OK to exit.

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Pacific C-A / C-AG

DVI-I Port (VGA via an adapter)

Output Resolutions

Input Signals

Tested

Output

Resolution

VGA

DVI

HDMI

SDI

Composite

2048p 24

x

x

x



VGA (1024 x 768)

2048p 23.98

x

x

x



DVI (1080P 60)

1080p 60









HDMI (1920 x 1200)

1080p 59.94









SD-SDI

1080p 50









HD-SDI

1080p 30









3G-SDI

1080p 29.97









1080p 25









1080p 24









1080p 23.98









1080i 60









1080i 59.94









1080i 50









1080PsF 24









1080PsF 23.98









720p 60









720p 59.94









720p 50









720p 30









720p 29.97









720p 25









720p 24







x

720p 23.98







x

SD 625



x

x



SD 525



x

x



*Table: When the Pacific's output is set to 1080p 60 the signal will be present on all of the ports simultaneously (VGA, DVI, HDMI,
and SDI). When output is set to SD 525 the signal will be present only on VGA and SDI ports.

**Note: To comply with the HDCP license agreement, any source with HDCP encryption cannot be converted to SDI.

***Pacific C-A / C-AG was tested by viewing its outputs through a Sequoia 2H2U, a Rainier 3G, and a Pacific C-SHS.

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Appendix B Resetting to the Factory-Default State

Method 1

Step 1. On the LCD panel, go to “SETUP”“RESET”“On”.
Step 2. When the following message appears in LCD panel, power-off and then restore power from the

power strip to the Pacific C-A.

Figure B-1 Restart the Device

Method 2

Step 1. From the power strip, turn off power to the Pacific C-A.
Step 2. Hold down the down arrow ( ) button on LCD panel and power-on the Pacific C-A by

restoring power from power strip until the “INITIALIZING PLEASE WAIT.....” message appears

in LCD panel.

Step 3. When the “PLEASE RESTART THIS DEVICE NOW” message appears in LCD panel,

power-off and then restore power from the power strip to the Pacific C-A.

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