AV TOOL CSC-1600HD Operation Manual

OPERATIONS MANUAL

CSC-1600HD Video Scaler

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Table Of Contents

Section Page

1 INTRODUCTION …………………………………………………………………...4

1.1 Getting the Best Results………………………………………………………...4
2 SPECIFICATIONS………………………………………………………………… 5
3 CHECKING THE PACKAGE CONTENTS……………………………………… 5
4 CONNECTING THE HARDWARE……………………………………………….. 6

4.1 Rack Mounting…………………………………………………………………... 6

4.2 Connecting the Video Inputs…………………………………………………… 6

4.3 Connecting the Video Output………………………………………………….. 6

4.4 Connecting the AC Power……………………………………………………… 6
5 FRONT PANEL CONTROLS…………..…………………………………………. 7

5.1 Input Selection….……………………………………………………………….. 7

5.2 Output Selection…..…………………………………………………………….. 7
6 ADJSUTMENTS AVAILABLE VIA THE MENU………………………………….8

6.1 Navigating the Menu Structure………………………………………………...8

6.2 Video Adjust Section……………………………………………………………8

6.3 Vertical Freq Adjust……………………………………………………………..9

6.4 OSD Display……………………………………………………………………..9

6.5 Output Terminal…………………………………………………………………9

6.6 IR Sensor Disable…….………………………………………………………...9

6.7 Front Panel Lockout…………………………………………………………….9
7 INFRARED CONTROL……………………………………………………………10
8 RS-232 CONTROL……………………………………………………………... 10
9 TROUBLESHOOTING…………………………………………………………….13
10 WARRANTY/LIABILITY POLICY ………………………………………………..14
11 REGULATORY COMPLIANCE…………………………..………………………15
12 CONTACT INFORMATION…...…………………………..………………………15

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1 INTRODUCTION

Thanks for purchasing this AV Toolbox CSC-1600HD Video Scaler. Our professional
video conversion products have been serving the industry for many years. In addition to
Video Scalers, Av Toolbox and our parent company, TV One, offers a full line of high
quality Scan Converters, Genlock Adatpers, Standards Converters, DV-to-Analog
Converters, Digital Video Recorders, Time Base Correctors, LCD Monitors and
Distribution Amplifiers.

The CSC-1600HD converts Composite Video, S-Video and YCbCr Component Video
signals to a variety of computer and HDTV resolutions. The unit accommodates most
worldwide NTSC, PAL and SECAM TV standards and has many features to enhance
performance. AFM (Adaptive Film Mode) is an automatic 3:2 pull-down detector that
provides clear and crisp de-interlacing video from 24 frames-per-second film. This offers
significant enhancements when viewing movies on a large screen. VT (Vertical Temporal
Filter) can remove jagged edges and other de-interlacing artifacts for video motion
sequences. Our Static Picture Detector uses a simple field merging technique to perform
de-interlacing and it is very beneficial for static images or scenes with very little or no
motion. The CSC-1600HD employs a high quality Comb Filter Decoder for maximum
picture quality.

1.1 Getting the Best Results

There are many factors affecting the quality of results when Composite, YCbCr or S-Video
signals are up-converted to computer or HDTV resolutions. Some basic precautions will
ensure the best possible performance from your Video Scaler.

• Output display device– The quality of the output signal will depend largely upon the
type and quality of display device used. For instance, some video projectors just
look better than others.

• Distance between the Video Scaler and the display device – This plays a major
role in the final result. Long distances are possible, but special measures should be
taken in order to avoid cable losses. These include using high quality (coax-type)
cables or adding line amplifiers.

• Output connection cables – Low quality cables are susceptible to interference.
They degrade signal quality due to poor matching and cause elevated noise levels.
Therefore, cables should be of the best quality. Coax-type computer cables are
recommended because of their superior internal shielding characteristics.

• Interference from nearby electrical devices – Such devices can have an adverse
effect on signal quality. For example, an older computer monitor often emits very
high electromagnetic fields that can interfere with the performance of video
equipment in its proximity.

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2 CSC-1600HD SPECIFICATIONS

Input Signals

PC/HD Input (Bypass Only)
Input Video Standard
Input Video Adjustments
Composite Video Input
S-Video Input
YCbCr Component Video Input

RGBHV or YPbPr via HD-15F Connector
NTSC 3.58, NTSC 4.43, PAL-B/G/I/D, PAL-N, PAL-M, SECAM
Brightness, Contrast, Color Saturation, Tint (NTSC), Sharpness
via BNC Connector
via 4-Pin Mini-DIN Connector
via 3 RCA Connectors

Output Signals

PC Resolutions Vert Refresh Rate Horiz Scan Rate Composition Scan
VGA
SVGA
XGA
SXGA
WXGA
1365x768
HDTV Resolutions Vert Refresh Rate Horiz Scan Rate Composition
480p
576p
720p
1080i

640x480
800x600
1024x768
1280x1024
1280x768
1365x768

852x480
852x576
1280x720
1920x1080

60, 72, 75 or 85 Hz
60, 72, 75 or 85 Hz
60, 70 or 75 Hz
60 Hz
60 Hz
60 Hz

60 Hz
60 Hz
60 Hz
60 Hz

31.25 to 43.27 KHz

37.88 to 53.66 KHz

48.36 to 60.03 KHz

63.98 KHz

48.36 KHz

48.37 KHz

31.47 KHz

37.62 KHz

44.85 KHz

33.64 KHz

RGBHV
RGBHV
RGBHV
RGBHV
RGBHV
RGBHV

YPbPr
YPbPr
RGBHV
RGBHV

General

Manual Control
RS-232 Control
Infrared Remote Control
Weight (Unit Only)
Dimensions - Desktop Version
Dimensions - Rackmount Version
Power Source
Power Consumption

Front Panel Buttons
Via Rear Panel DB9 Female
Via CR-16 IR Remote Control Unit

2.25 kg (5.0 lbs.) Approx.

1.75"H x 17.25"W x 7"D (44 x 438 x 178mm)

1.75"H x 19"W x 7"D (44 x 482 x 178mm)
100-240VAC, 50/60Hz
Approximately 12 Watts

Progressive
Progressive
Progressive
Progressive
Progressive
Progressive

Progressive
Progressive
Progressive
Interlaced

3 CHECKING THE PACKAGE CONTENTS

The following items are contained in shipping carton:
1x Video Scaler Unit 1x User Manual 1x AC Power Cable

1x BNC to BNC Video Cable 1x 5 BNC to 5 BNC Cable 1x S-Video Cable
3x RCA-M to BNC-F Adapters 1x 3 RCA to 3 RCA Cable 1x HD15 to HD15 Cable
1x Infrared Remote Control 2x AA Batteries for IR Unit 4x Rackmount Screws
1x Windows Control Panel Software

(CSC-1600HD-R Only)

Note- Please retain the original packing material, should the need arise to return the unit
to the Dealer for any reason.

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