Avocent Emerge VSS1000PD User Manual

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Emerge® VSS1000PD

PC/VGA-DVI Video Scaler

Installer/User Guide

Table of Contents

1.0 Introduction 3

2.0 Specifications 3

3.0 Checking Package Contents 5

4.0 Connecting The Hardware 5

5.0 Operating The Unit 8

6.0 Troubleshooting 10

7.0 Limited Warranty 11

8.0 Regulatory Compliance 11

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1.0 INTRODUCTION

The VSS1000PD video scaler is a high bandwidth, professional
PC/component/DVI to digital DVI scaler that accepts PC generated RGB signals
(up to WUXGA), HD component signals (480i up to 1080p) and DVI signals (up
to WUXGA) and scales them to a DVI or PC output of 1080p/WUXGA. The
inputs are DVI plus analog PC or HDTV in the formats of RGBHV, YPbPr, YCbCr
and the outputs are digital DVI plus PC/HD. Outputs are 480i through 1080p or
VGA to WUXGA.

1.2 FEATURES

The VSS1000PD has many features that enable it to perform in a superior
manner. Among those features you will find:

Digital DVI Output Resolutions to WUXGA.
Video Outputs to 1080p
PC RGB Outputs to WUXGA@60Hz
Analog and Digital HDTV Inputs up to 1080p
Analog and Digital PC inputs to WUXGA@60Hz
DVI Inputs and Outputs are fully HDCP Compliant
Both YPbPr and YCbCr HDTV Inputs Supported
3-D Motion Adaptive De-Interlace
3-D Noise Reduction
3:2 Pull-Down w/2:2 Pull-Down Recovery
8 Bit Triple-ADC/PLL
On Screen Display
Front Panel or Infrared Remote Control

2.0 SPECIFICATIONS

Video Inputs

HDTV Video Via 1x DVI Connector
PC RGB Video Via 1x HD-15 Connector
Analog HDTV Video Via 3x RCA Connectors

Video Inputs Supported

Analog PC RGB Up to WUXGA@60Hz
Digital PC RGB Up to WUXGA@60Hz
Analog HDTV/RGB YPbPr to 1080p
Digital HDTV Up to 1080p
DVI Up to WUXGA@60Hz
DVI/HDCP Frequency Up to 165 MHz

Video Output

DVI Digital HDTV Video Via 1x DVI-I Connector
RGB Analog Video Via 1x HD-15 Connector

Video Outputs Supported

Digital PC RGB Up to WUXGA@60Hz
Digital HDTV Up to 1080p

Scaling Engine

Number of Engines Two (2)

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Phased Lock Loops Employed 8-bit triple ADC
De-Interlace 3D Motion Adaptive
Noise Reduction 3D
Pull-Down 3:2 + 2:2 Recovery
HDCP Compliance Yes
Image Component Processing Full Time/Full Range

Mechanical

Size (H-W-D) 1”x7.0”x5.1” (25.5x180x135mm)
Weight (Net) 11 Oz (312g)

Warranty

Limited Warranty 2 Years Parts and Labor

Environmental

Operating Temperature

0! to +50!C (+32! to +122!F)
Operating Humidity 10% to 90%, Non-condensing
Storage Temperature

-10! to +60! C (+14! to +140! F)

Storage Humidity 10% to 90%, Non-condensing

Power Requirement

External Power Supply 5VDC@2A

Regulatory Approvals

Converter Unit FCC, CE, RoHS
Power Supply

UL, CUL, CE, PSE, GS, RoHS

Accessories Included

1x AC Power Adapter Localized
1x Operations Manual
1x Remote Control Infrared Type

Optional Accessories

Cables Various Types and Lengths

2.1 Supported Input Formats and Resolutions

The VSS1000PD accepts component, PC and HDMI inputs including the audio
associated with the inputs. The resolutions and formats processed for these
inputs are as follows:

Component Input

YPbPr 480i@60Hz, 576i@50Hz, 480p@50/60Hz,

576p@50Hz, 720p@50/60Hz, 1080i@50/60Hz,
1080p@50/60Hz

PC Input

RGBHV VGA@(60/72/75/85), SVGA@(56/60/72/75/85),

XGA@(60/70/75/85), SXGA@(60/75/85), UXGA@60,
WXGA@60(1280x800), WSXGA@60(1680x1050),
WUXGA@60(1920x1200), WXGA+(1440x900)

HDMI Input

Digital VGA@(60/72/75/85), SVGA@(56/60/72/75/85),

XGA@(60/70/75/85), SXGA@(60/75/85), UXGA@60,
WXGA@60(1280x800), WSXGA@60(1680x1050),
WUXGA@60(1920x1200), WXGA+(1440x900)

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2.2 Supported Output Resolutions

The VSS1000PD can provide a large number of output formats as shown in the
following table:

VGA ( Up to

100MHz)

HDMI/DVI (Up to

165MHz)

Resolution i/ p* Format

480i 480i 720x480 i RGBHV
480p 480p 720x480 p RGBHV
576i 576i 720x576 i RGBHV
576p 576p 720x576 p RGBHV
720p@(50/60) 720p@(50/60Hz) 1280x720 p RGBHV
1080i@(50/60) 1080i@(50/60) 1920x1080 i RGBHV
1080p@50/60) 1080p@(50/60) 1920x1080 p RGBHV
VGA@60 VGA@60 640x480 p RGBHV
SVGA@60 SVGA@60 800x600 p RGBHV
XGA@60 XGA@60 1024x768 p RGBHV
SXGA@60 SXGA@60 1280x1024 p RGBHV
UXGA UXGA@60 1600x1200 p RGBHV
WXGA@60 WXGA@60 1280x800 p RGBHV
WSXGA@60 WSXGA@60 1680x1050 p RGBHV
WUXGA@60 WUXGA@60 1920x1200 p RGBHV
WXGA+@60 WXGA+@60 1440x900 p RGBHV

* NOTE: i / p = Interlaced / Progressive Scan

3.0 CHECKING PACKAGE CONTENTS

Before attempting to use this unit, please check the packaging and make certain
the following items are contained in the shipping carton:

1x VSS1000PD scaler
1x power supply
1x IR remote control
1x user guide

Note: Please retain the original packing material should the need ever arise to
return the unit. If you find any items are missing, contact your reseller or Avocent
immediately.

4.0 CONNECTING THE HARDWARE

Referring to the drawings below, connect the proper cable (3x RCA to 3x RCA for
YPbPr component input, HD-15 to HD-15 for PC input or DVI to DVI for DVI
input) and then connect the AC power adaptor.

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Next, study the panel drawings and connector/control descriptions below and
become familiar with the control actions, connector functions and power
requirements.

Above the word “MENU” you’ll find a joystick/switch control that allows access to
and adjustment of various operational items. Pressing the top of the joystick will
bring up the menu On Screen Display (OSD) and moving the joystick will allow
you to move to, select and then adjust the various functions.

The three buttons in the middle, YPbPr, RGB and DVI allow you to select the
type of input you desire and the Auto Adjust button causes the scaler to position
and size the image automatically. The Standby/On button is the power switch
and above it is the IR sensor used with the included remote control.

1 Power Adaptor Jack – Connect the provided AC Adaptor here.
2 DVI Output – Connect to DVI capable device.
3 PC Out (RGB). Connect to PC Monitor or RGB capable Projector.
4 DVI In – Connect to output from DVI capable device.
5 PC In – Connect to a PC’s VGA (Monitor) out.
6 Component Video In

Connect the appropriate cables to the desired connector. Use only the highest
quality cables for the input and output connections.

The VSS1000PD is able to automatically identify, accept and scale a host of
input types and resolutions (including analog and PC type signals). The output
however will be either DVI with a resolution of 480i to 1080p or RGB with
resolutions from VGA to WUXGA. You must use a display device that is either
DVI or RGB capable in order to use the output from this product. Since you can
specify the output resolution, you’ll need to know the highest resolution your

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destination device is capable of handling and set the VSS1000PD’s output
resolution accordingly.

Note 1: The product features a special “twist-to-lock” DC power connector to
prevent the power cable coming loose. Align the flanged barrel connector
properly and insert fully into the keyed power socket. Once fully inserted, gently
twist the connector 90 degrees to the right or left to securely lock it in place.

Note 2: To realize maximum quality and performance, use only the highest
quality cables with the VSS1000PD. Low quality cables will cause degradation of
the signal quality and limit the distance between both the source and display
devices and the VSS1000PD.

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5.0 OPERATING THE UNIT

The VSS1000PD can be operated from either the front panel controls or via the
included infrared remote control.

Since infrared is the control method used most often by the majority of users,
please take the time to familiarize yourself with the location and function of the
various control buttons on the controller.

Select PC Input

Power On/Off

Select HDMI/DVI Input

Toggle through
the Inputs

Select YPbPr Input

Select Output
Resolution

Exit Menu Select Menu (OSD)

Navigate Menus
and adjust
parameters.

Select Auto­Adjust Function

Reset to Factory
Default Setting

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5.1 Using the On Screen Display Menus

Regardless of whether you operate the VSS1000PD from the front panel or the
remote controller, you will need to become familiar with the OSD (On Screen
Display) menu structure if you wish to take full advantage of the capability of the
product.

5.1.1 Menu Navigation

If you are using the front panel control method, you can select the desired
function by pressing the tip of the joystick immediately above the MENU legend
to bring up the On Screen Display and then move the joystick to navigate to the
desired function. Once at the desired function, press the tip of the joystick to
make the selection and then move the joystick (left or right) to make the actual
adjustment. Once you’ve made the adjustment, press the top of the joystick a last
time to save your adjustment. Escape from the OSD menu modes is
accomplished by positioning the cursor over the word “Exit” in any menu and
then pressing the top of the joystick.

From the IR remote controller, press the menu key to activate the OSD, use the
arrow buttons to navigate to the selection you want and then use the arrow
buttons and the “OK” button to make your adjustment or selection. Press the
“Exit” button to escape from the OSD mode.

5.1.2 Menu Structure

The main structure is as follows:

Main Menu

Video (Or PC) Color Output OSD Info

Contrast User VGA H. Position Project
Brightness Normal SVGA V. Position Input
Hue Warm XGA Time Out Output
Sat Cool SXGA Background Date
Sharpness UXGA Exit
Picture Mode WXGA
Scale WSXGA
NR WUXGA
H-Position

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WXGA+

V-Position

1

480i
Exit 480p
576i
PC Menu

1

576p

10

H-Position

2

720p (50/60)
V-Position

2

1080i (50/60)
Exit 1080p (50/60)
Native

Note 1: The PC sub-menu is only visible when you have selected PC as your

source.

Note 2: H-Position and V-Position are only available when PC mode is selected.
The Video and PC menus appear when Video or PC modes are selected as an
input. Depending on the mode, additional functionality will be exposed when the
following functions are selected: Picture Mode: User, Standard and Movie.,
Scale: Overscan, Underscan Letterbox and Full Screen., Noise Reduction:
Low, Middle, High and Off.

The Color sub-menu calls up four presets that cause the picture to take on a
specific characteristic. Some people prefer the picture to have a slightly reddish
(“Warm”) appearance. This looks more lifelike to them. Others want a bluish
(“Cool”) hue and still others want to adjust the picture and save it as a “User”
appearance. Finally, there is “Normal” which is an appearance that was created
using special image analysis equipment and is therefore considered a standard
appearance.

The Output sub-menu allows you to specify the resolution you want the
VSS1000PD to produce. As an example, if you are using a DVI display device
that can only accept a 1080i HDTV input signal, you would want to set the output
resolution to 1080i. Keep in mind that setting the resolution can cause an
apparent malfunction if you select a resolution that your display device cannot
reproduce. Make certain your display device can reproduce the resolution you

desire BEFORE you select it.

The OSD sub-menu allows you to customize the way the On Screen Display
appears when it has been accessed. This is a personal preference matter. You
can change the default if you wish or simply leave it at the factory setting.

Lastly, the Info sub-menu contains technical information. If you have problems
with the VSS1000PD and require assistance, the technician may ask you to read
information from this menu to him as part of the troubleshooting process.

6.0 TROUBLESHOOTING

If the VSS1000PD Scaler does not appear to be functioning, make certain that
the source and all other devices connected to the unit are functioning correctly by
connecting each device currently connected to the VSS1000PD’s outputs directly
to the source using a short length of cable. (In other words, bypass the
VSS1000PD to make certain that the problem is not with the source or
destination devices.) If the signal is present under those conditions, make certain

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that the power is present to the VSS1000PD. If it is, check all cables for damage.
Cables should be undamaged, as short as possible and should be premium
quality.

Note: It is strongly recommended that you use premium cables in order to
achieve maximum distance cable runs and the best performance possible. Use
of low quality cables will seriously degrade the performance of the VSS1000PD
Scaler.

As a final step before contacting technical support, use the IR remote and press
the RESET button which will return the unit to the default settings.

After trying the above suggestions should the problem still persist, contact your
dealer for additional suggestions before contacting Avocent. Should the dealer’s
technical personnel be unable to assist you, contact Avocent via our support
website: http://avocent.com/support. Create a technical support request on
the site and our support team will respond within a short period of time.

7.0 LIMITED WARRANTY

LIMITED WARRANTY – With the exceptions noted in the next paragraph,
Avocent Corp. warrants the original purchaser that the equipment it
manufactures or sells will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for
a period of two years from the date of purchase. Full warranty details are
available on the Avocent web site.

LIMITATIONS - All products sold are "as is" and the above Limited Warranty is in
lieu of all other warranties for this product, expressed or implied, and is strictly
limited to two years from the date of purchase. Avocent Corp. assumes no
liability to distributors, resellers or end-users or any third parties for any loss of
use, revenue or profit.

Avocent Corp. makes no other representation of warranty as to fitness for the
purpose or merchantability or otherwise in respect of any of the products sold.
The liability of Avocent Corp. with respect to any defective products will be limited
to the repair or replacement of such products. In no event shall Avocent Corp.
be responsible or liable for any damage arising from the use of such defective
products whether such damages be direct, indirect, consequential or otherwise,
and whether such damages are incurred by the reseller, end-user or any third
party.

8.0 REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

Emissions: EN 55103-1: 1997 (Electromagnetic compatibility. Product family
standard for audio, video, audio-visual and entertainment lighting control
apparatus for professional use. Emission)

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EN 61000-3-2:2000+A1:2001+A2:2005 (Limits for Harmonic Currents Emissions)

EN 61000-3-3:2000+A1:2001+A2:2005 (Limitation of voltage fluctuations and
flicker in low-voltage supply systems)

Immunity: EN55103-2: 1997 (Electromagnetic compatibility. Product family
standard for audio, video, audio-visual and entertainment lighting control
apparatus for professional use. Immunity)

FCC Statement

Class A Device: 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 a 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.

Caution: This equipment is intended for use in the manner prescribed in the
Instruction Manual. Any user changes or modifications not expressly approved by
Avocent Corporation could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Connecting this equipment to external devices requires no specially shielded
cabling for FCC compliance. The Instruction Manual shows or describes the
proper connection of this equipment for operation that insures FCC compliance.

Direct all inquiries regarding FCC compliance to:

Avocent Corporation
4991 Corporate Dr.
Huntsville, AL 35805

This Product and Power Adapter is RoHS Compliant.

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