ACU315A-R2
RGB/EGA/CGA/MDA to DVI(/VGA)
Converter
Manual
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RGB/EGA/CGA/MDA TO DVI(/VGA) CONVERTER
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Welcome to the RGB/EGA/CGA/MDA to
DVI(/VGA) Converter Family!
Thank you for purchasing an RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter! We appreciate your business,
and we think you’ll appreciate the many ways that your enhanced RGB Graphic system will
save you money, time, and effort.
That’s because our RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter is all about breaking away from the
traditional model of attaching a new display to an old graphic source. You can encounter
many potential problems in connecting a flat screen to an RGB graphic source – unless you
use our RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter products! Attach a flat screen to any graphic source
and match the output to your requirements. The RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter – the one-stop
answer for all your RGB adapting needs! And with a special adaptor cable (not supplied as
standard), you can also attach a screen to a CGA or EGA source.
And that’s not all: With our RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter you can also connect your
monitor to the CGA, MDA or EGA graphic source.
This manual will tell you all about your new RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter, including how
to install, operate, and troubleshoot it. For an introduction to the Converter, see Chapter 2.
The Converter product codes covered in this manual are:
ACU315A-R2: RGB/EGA to DVI (or VGA) Converter
DVI-D CAT X KVM-EXTENDER
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Copyrights and Trademarks
©2007. All rights reserved. This information may not be reproduced in any manner without
the prior written consent of the manufacturer.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice and the manufacturer shall
not be liable for any direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages in
connection with the use of this material.
All trademark and trade names mentioned in this document are acknowledged to be the
property of their respective owners.
Disclaimer
While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual, the manufacturer
assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither does the manufacturer assume any
liability for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. The
manufacturer reserves the right to change the specifications, functions, or circuitry of the
product without notice.
The manufacturer cannot accept liability for damage due to misuse of the product or due to
any other circumstances outside the manufacturer’s control (whether environmental or
installation related). The manufacturer shall not be responsible for any loss, damage, or injury
arising directly, indirectly, or consequently from the use of this product.
Cautions and Notes
The following symbols are used in this guide:
CAUTION. This indicates an important operating instruction
that should be followed to avoid any potential damage to
hardware or property, loss of data, or personal injury.
NOTE. This indicates important information to help you make the best use of
this product.
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.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
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EUROPEAN UNION DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
This is to certify that, when installed and used according to the instructions in this
manual, together with the specified cables and the maximum cable length <3m, the
Units:
ACU315A-R2
are shielded against the generation of radio interferences in accordance with the
application of Council Directive 89/336/EEC as well as these standards:
EN 55022: 1999 Class A
EN 55024: 1999
IEC 61000-4-2: 2001
IEC 61000-4-3: 2001
IEC 61000-4-4: 2001
EN 61000-3-2 2001
EN 61000-3-3 2002
The device was tested in a typical configuration with PC.
This equipment has been 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.
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Safety Precautions and Installation Guidelines
To ensure reliable and safe long-term operation, please note the following installation
guidelines:
• Only use in dry, indoor environments.
• The Converter and any power supplies can get warm. Do not locate them in an enclosed
space without any airflow.
• Do not place a power supply directly on top of a unit.
• Do not obstruct a unit’s ventilation holes.
To safeguard against personal injury and avoid possible
damage to equipment or property, please observe the
following:
• Only use power supplies originally supplied with the
product or manufacturer-approved replacements. Do not
attempt to dismantle or repair any power supply. Do not
use a power supply if it appears to be defective or has a
damaged case.
• Connect all power supplies to grounded outlets. In each
case, ensure that the ground connection is maintained
from the outlet socket through to the power supply’s AC
power input.
• Do not attempt to modify or repair this product
CONTENTS
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Contents
1. Quick Setup 9
1.1
Video Input/Output 10
1.2
Command Summary 11
2. Overview 12
2.1
Introduction 12
2.2
Glossary 13
2.3
Features 15
2.4
Product Range 16
2.5
Compatibility 17
2.6
How to Use This Guide 18
3. Installation 19
3.1
Package Contents 19
3.2
Connection Cable Requirements 20
3.3
System Setup 21
3.4 Diagnostic LEDs 24
4. Device Control 25
4.1
Opening the OSD 26
4.2
Using the OSD 27
5. Monitor Setup 36
6. RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter Setup 37
6.1
Overview 37
6.2
Setup Instructions for RGB Input 38
6.3
Setup of a new Video Mode 40
7. Troubleshooting 42
7.1
Video 42
Appendix A: Example Applications 44
Appendix B: Rack Mount Options 45
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Appendix C: System Upgrade 47
Appendix D: Supported Video Modes 47
Appendix E: Calling Technical Support 51
Appendix F: Specifications 52
Appendix G: Connectors and Cables 53
FEHLER! FORMATVORLAGE NICHT DEFINIERT.
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1. Quick Setup
This section briefly describes how to install your RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter and optimize
the video signals. Unless you are an experienced user, we recommend that you follow the full
procedures described in the rest of this manual. Refer to the command summary on page 11
when following this procedure.
Install system
1. Connect the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter to the RGB (video) source.
2. Connect a display to the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter.
3. Connect the DVI(/VGA) Converter to the Power supply
4. Power up the system.
Carry out the
Monitor Setup
procedure (please refer to the
monitor’s manual and see
page 35 in this manual).
Carry out
Setup of a new Video Mode
procedure
(please follow the instructions on page 37).
Done
Yes
No
Do you have a
DVI monitor?
Is the Video
mode in the list of
supported modes?
(see page 45)
Do you
have a flat screen
(TFT)?
No
No
Yes
Yes
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1.1 Video Input/Output
If possible, always use a DVI output to a monitor from the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter,
especially with flat screens. This provides the optimum video signal. If you use a VGA output
from the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter, it must convert the digitized data to analogue
values. Similarly, if your TFT screen uses a VGA input, it must digitize the signal from the
RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter. In these cases, the built-in video processors (in the TFT)
must determine the resolution and pixel phase for an optimized digitization. Your RGB to
DVI(/VGA) Converter allows you to optimize the video signal manually or automatically
using its on-screen utility (see Chapter 4). If you are using a VGA input to a TFT monitor,
please follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
You may have several possible options for video source output/monitor input. If this is the
case, for the optimum video quality, please select the highest ranked available combination
from the following table:
Video Quality
RGB to DVI(/VGA)
Converter input
RGB to DVI(/VGA)
Converter output
1
RGB progressive scan
RGBS progressive scan
DVI
1 TTL (EGA/CGA/MDA) DVI
2
RGB video (e.g. from
SCART) interlaced
DVI
3
RGB progressive scan
RGBS progressive scan
VGA
3 TTL (EGA/CGA/MDA) VGA
4
RGB video (e.g. from
SCART) interlaced
VGA
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1.2 Command Summary
The following table summarizes the remote control buttons sequences used in system
configuration and video tuning on the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter.
Infrared Remote Control (IR-RC)
Exit OSD
Enter OSD
Accept and store modified
parameter
Select Submenu
Select parameter modification
Select next position
I
increase parameter
Select previous position
Decrease parameter
Direct Brightness Control
Direct Contrast Control
Reset to factory defaults
(press twice!)
Back to the Menu selection
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2. Overview
2.1 Introduction
VGA is the most familiar of the various graphics data standards or protocols for connecting a
display (monitor or flat screen) to a graphic source. For many years, computers have
generally connected to a display through a VGA interface. However, with the increased
popularity of TFT flat screens, a new standard has been developed: DVI. In DVI, graphic data
is transmitted digitally; VGA is an analogue standard.
Over the years, other analogue standards have also found popularity: CGA, EGA, MDA
(=TTL) and also RGB. An RGB Video transmission consists of R (red), G (green) and B
(blue) signals at a level of 0.7Vpp. The Green signal also carries the (composite)
synchronisation signals.
A screen designed for VGA cannot normally display RGB/TTL signals for two reasons:
- A VGA screen requires H/V-Synchronization as TTL signals
- Many RGB/TTL sources generate HSYNC frequencies below of 30kHz –
to slow for modern VGA displays.
With TFT screens, there is an additional problem: the incoming video signal has to be
digitised. Horizontal and vertical resolutions are normally selected from an internal table with
several, common, video modes. Unusual resolutions, often generated by older RGB graphic
sources cannot be detected.
To display RGB/TTL data on a modern VGA or DVI display, the RGB to DVI(/VGA)
Converter digitises the incoming signals, stores them in an internal video memory and
displays them from there in a common resolution. The picture can be displayed in original
size or format filling. The RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter is equipped with various automatic
and manual video correction tools in an on screen utility (see page 25).
OVERVIEW
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2.2 Glossary
The following terms are used in this guide:
RGB
Video signal consisting of R (red) G (green) and B (blue) signals. The
signals have a level of 0.7Vpp. The Green signal also carries the
(composite) synchronisation signals.
RGBS
Video signal consisting of R (red) G (green) and B (blue) signals and
the additional (composite) SYNC signal. All signals have 0.7Vpp.
CGA, EGA,
MDA
Legacy graphic standard - all signals are TTL level.
VGA (also
called RGBHV)
Video signal consisting of R (red) G (green) and B (blue) signals and
the additional horizontal/vertical synchronisation signals. The color
signals have a level of 0.7Vpp; the synchronisation TTL (5Volts).
DVI
Digital Video standard established by the Digital Display Working
Group (www.ddwg.org). R, G, B, CLOCK signals in an up to 1.4
Gbit/sec data stream. The signals have a TMDS level.
PSU
The desktop power supply for the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter.
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Figure 1 RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter system
RGB/EGA to
DVI(/VGA) Converter
Video
-
Equipment
(DVD, VCR, Set-top)
PLC
–
programmable
logic controller
Legacy CPU’s
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2.3 Features
RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter offers the following features:
• Support for RGB (RGsB), RGBS and RGBHVin progressive scan or interlaced mode.
• Support for EGA/CGA/MDA
• Selectable output for attached display: 640x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1280x1024.
• Refresh rate selectable for best match to CRT or TFT – 50Hz, 60Hz or 75Hz.
• Picture scaling available:
• No scaling – original picture is centered into a black box.
• Format filling – the picture is stretched to fit the screen.
• Proportional stretching – the picture is stretched linearly in both dimensions with the
same factor, until one dimension fits the screen size.
• Fixed scaling – scaled to 1:2 and displayed with (eventually) black borders.
• All control and video tuning carried out using an on screen display (OSD) with settings
stored in EEPROM memory.
• A large table of known RGB resolutions (more than 80) preinstalled.
• Private video mode available through OSD.
• RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter firmware and settings flash-upgradeable.
• Status indicator LEDs on each device.
• Small footprint chassis.
• Rack mount options available.
• Video cables and adaptors included.
Optional accessories:
• Rack mount Kit 19”/1U: Type ACS1009A-RMK
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2.4 Product Range
This table lists the product codes for the converter and its various upgrade kits:
RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter
ACU315A-R2 RGB to DVI (or VGA) Converter
Upgrade Kits
ACS1009A-RMK Rack mount Kit 19”/1U to mount up to 4 devices
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2.5 Compatibility
Interface Compatibility
• RGB (RGsB): Video signal consisting of R (red) G (green) and B (blue) signals. The
signals have a level of 0.7Vpp. The Green-Signal also carries the (composite)
synchronisation signals.
• RGBS: Video signal consisting of R (red) G (green) and B (blue) signals and the
additional (composite) SYNC signal. All signals have 0.7Vpp.
• VGA (also called RGBHV): Video signal consisting of R (red) G (green) and B (blue)
signals and additional horizontal/vertical synchronisation signals. The color signals have
a level of 0.7Vpp; the synchronisation TTL (5Volts).
• Digital Video (DVI): DVI single link for resolution up to 1280x1024 at 60/75Hz.
Digital Video standard established by the Digital Display Working Group
(www.ddwg.org) R, G, B, CLOCK in an up to 1.4 Gbit/sec data stream. The signals
have a TMDS level.
• CGA (Colour Graphic Adaptor): Legacy graphic standard, established by IBM,
supporting text with 40 or 80 characters in 25 lines with 16 colours or graphics in
640x200 with 2 colours or 320x200 with 4 colours.
• EGA: Legacy graphic standard (Enhanced Graphic Adaptor), established by IBM,
supporting text with 80 characters in up to 43 lines graphics in 640x350 in 16 colours
from a palette of 64.
Supported SYNC forms
• RGsB: RGB with SYNC on Green. The colour signals have a level of 0.7Vpp. The
Green-Signal also carries the (composite) synchronisation signals (app. –0.3V)
• RGBs: RGB with composite SYNC signal. All signals have 0.7Vpp.
• RGBS: RGB with composite SYNC signal. The colour signals have 0.7Vpp, the SYNC
Signal is TTL-Level (5V)
• RGBHV: RGB with separate SYNC signals. The colour signals have 0.7Vpp, the SYNC
Signals have TTL-Level (5V)
• MDA: black and white with separate SYNC signals (e.g. HERCULES). All Signals have
TTL-Level (5V)
• CGA: colour with separate SYNC signals. All Signals have TTL-Level (5V)
• EGA: colour (2 pins per colour) with separate SYNC signals. All Signals have TTL-
Level (5V)
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2.6 How to Use This Guide
This guide describes the installation and configuration of the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter.
Although the connection and operation of the system is relatively straightforward, you should
consider the following before getting started:
Connection & Compatibility
If you have purchased an RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter Kit, this will contain PSU and all
the cables/adapters required to connect the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter to your graphic
source. See also Package Contents (page 19)
For information about connection and installation, see Installation, page 19.
Adjusting the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter to RGB Video
Although there are several preconfigured resolutions stored in the internal resolution table of
the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter, under some circumstances it is required to manually
adapt the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter to your specific resolution: see RGB to DVI(/VGA)
Converter Setup (page 37).
Adjusting the monitor to the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter
If you use a flat screen with VGA input, you will need to adjust the monitor to the picture
width and the pixel phase. You can do this using the Auto Adjust or Manual Adjust
procedures (see page 37).
• For experienced users there is a Quick Setup section at the start of this guide
(see page 9).
• For the full procedure, see Monitor Setup (page 36) and/or RGB to DVI(/VGA)
Converter Setup (page 37).
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3. Installation
For first-time users, we recommend that you carry out a test placement, confined to a single
room, before commencing full installation. This will allow you to identify and solve any
cabling problems, and experiment with the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter more
conveniently.
3.1 Package Contents
You should receive the following items in your RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter package:
• RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter unit.
• RGB(S) to DVI-I cable
• 6V DC 12W universal power supply for RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter.
• DVI-I to VGA adaptor (DVI-I dual link male to HD15 female) connector.
• Data Cable DSUB9male- DSUB9female
• Programming cable (DB9 female to RJ11 4p4c).
• User manual (Quick Setup).
• US-type power cord.
• Infrared Remote Control (IR-RC)
If anything is missing, please contact Technical Support (see Appendix E: Calling
Technical Support).
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3.2 Connection Cable Requirements
To connect the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter to your graphic source you will need:
• RGB(S): 3 (4 with RGBS) coaxial cables type RG59B/U or similar, terminated with
BNC connectors at the converters end. Please ensure that the connection is tension-free.
• VGA: Special VGA to DVI-I Cable HD15male-DVI-female (not supplied)
• TTL: Data Cable DSUB9male- DSUB9female
• Power Supply
Connect the supplied 6V/DC power supply to the Plug terminal on the rear of the RGB
to DVI(/VGA) Converter.
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3.3 System Setup
To install your RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter:
1. Switch off all devices.
2. Connect your TFT directly to the device; connect a VGA screen by using the equipped
DVI-I to VGA adapter.
Attention: Connect the VGA monitor cable to the adapter; then plug in
the adapter into the device. Otherwise, the VGA mode is not detected,
DVI output is generated and there will be no picture on the screen (see
also Diagnostic LEDs on page 24).
Under some circumstances, if your TFT supports both DVI and VGA
through a DVI-I cable, it might be necessary to use an additional DVII to DVI-D adaptor to get a DVI output. Please contact technical
support for this accessory.
3. RGB: Connect the graphic source to the input connectors as shown in Figure 14, using
the equipped 4xBNC-to-DVI adaptor. Please note, for connecting a CGA or EGA
source, connect the optional CGA-to-DVI adaptor or EGA-to-DVI adaptor instead of the
4x BNC-to-DVI adaptor.
VGA: Connect the graphic source to the input connectors as shown in Figure 4 using the
VGA to DVI-I Cable which is an optional feature.
TTL: Connect the graphic source to the input connectors as shown in Figure 14, using
the equipped Data Cable DSUB9male- DSUB9female.
4. Connect the 6V power supply to power the unit.
Only use the power supply originally supplied with this
equipment or a manufacturer-approved replacement.
5. Power up the system.
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Figure 2 RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter
Connect to the
DVI/VGA
Monitor resp.
TFT
Connect to
EGA/CGA/MDA
graphic source
Connect to RGB
or VGA source
(with RGB to DVIcable)
Connect to 6V
Power supply
Programming connector –
for firmware upgrades
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Figure 3 RGB to DVI Cable (in list of parts)
(1) (2) (3)
Figure 4 Connecting possibilities for RGB to DVI (1), VGA to DVI (2)
and TTL to EGA, CGA and MDA (3) interface
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Diagnostic LEDs
Each RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter is fitted with four indicator LEDs: Monitor Detect,
Device Ready and Video Signal and Power.
The Monitor Detect LED is to the right of the DVI output connector. The Power LED is to
right of the power supply connector. The Device Ready is left to the EGA/CGA/MDA
connector and Video Signal LEDs is right to the DVI Input connector.
The location of the LEDs is shown below:
Device Ready IR-Receiver Video Signal
(Red) (Green)
Power Monitor Detect
(Green) (Green)
Figure 5 Diagnostic LEDs on RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter
LED Appearance Diagnostics
Monitor Detect
(Green LED)
On
Flashing
Off
Attached DVI monitor (TFT) detected
Attached VGA monitor (CRT) detected
No monitor detected
Device Ready
(Red LED)
On
Off
Device ready
Device not ready
Video Signal
(Green LED)
On
Off
Attached and valid mode detected
No video signal or valid mode detected
Power LED
(Green LED)
On
Off
Device ready
Device not ready
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4. Device Control
If you are using the CGA/EGA/MDA input or use an RGB format stored in the internal table,
no adjustment should be required. In other cases, you may need to optimize the output using
the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter’s on-screen display (OSD).
Figure 6 OSD Utility
You can adjust the following properties using the IR-Remote Control:
• Brightness/contrast
• Selection of Input Signal
You can adjust the following properties using the OSD:
• Auto Configuration ON/OFF
• Color, Color Temperature adjustments
• Brightness/contrast
• Input Image Sizing
• Output Image Scaling and Sizing
• Video Mode selection for similar Video Modes (see Appendix D: Supported Video
Modes on page 47).
• OSD operation, factory reset.
Version information
Screen resolution and refresh rate
of the video source
Main menu icons
Submenu/command icons
Menu title
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4.1 Opening the OSD
You can access the OSD by using the equipped Infrared Remote Control (IR-RC).
Using the IR-RC
For direct brightness adjust For direct contrast adjust
more brightness
more contrast
less brightness
less contrast
Reset to factory defaults
Reset to factory
defaults (from flash)
= resetting user
presets
(press twice !!)
To navigate within the OSD:
exit OSD without
saving values
(ESC key)
Navigate to the
left,
Parameter (-)
(left arrow key)
Navigate to the
right
Parameter (+)
(right arrow
key)
pop up theOSD,
select function/
submenus, store
modified parameter (Enter-Key)
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4.2 Using the OSD
The OSD is an icon-based utility. The top line of symbols shows the main menu categories:
Input Select
Specify whether the input is RGB, RGBS, RGBHV (VGA), EGA, CGA,
MDA
Scale Mode
Select the screen resolution of the attached display and select one of four
scaling modes.
Brightness – Contrast
Adjust brightness or contrast or reset to default values.
Color
Adjust color calibration, temperature, flesh/skin tone, hue and saturation.
Image
Adjust pixel clock and phase. Define picture size and position.
Tools
Set OSD position and size, factory reset.
6. Use the left and right arrow to highlight the icon you want. The OSD displays additional
icons relating to commands in the selected menu category.
7. Press the Enter key. The OSD highlights the first command icon.
8. Use the Left and Right arrow keys to highlight the command or submenu you want. In
the case of the latter, your selection will cause the OSD to display additional command
icons (Color Temperature commands, for example).
9. Press the Enter key to accept a highlighted command. If this requires the increase or
decrease of a value (Contrast, for example), the OSD displays a value bar:
10. Use the Left and Right arrow keys to change the value as required.
-
+
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11. In many cases, after you have chosen a new setting, the OSD displays the following
confirmation message (or similar):
12. Highlight the Yes button and press the Enter key to confirm your choice. Alternatively,
highlight the No button and press the Enter key to discard the new setting and restore the
previous value.
13. Select the Exit icon to close a submenu.
14. Press the Esc key to close the OSD, saving all settings, and restore normal mouse and
keyboard functions.
The following table summarizes the keyboard actions and icons used to navigate the OSD
utility, and to select and adjust the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter’s parameters:
Key/Icon
IR-RC
Action
Close the OSD, restore normal keyboard and mouse functions.
Return to previous Menu selection.
Open the highlighted menu or submenu
Accept the highlighted command
Select the previous menu or command icon
Decrease the highlighted parameter
Select the next menu or command icon
Increase the selected parameter
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Input Select (for future expansion)
Choose the type of the connectes graphic source
Figure 7 Input Select menu
Physical Resolution of attached screen
Use the Scale Mode menu to specify the physical resolution of the attached screen;
this ensures the best matching pictures on a TFT screen. Use output scaling (see
below) to stretch the picture to the maximum available screen space.
Figure 8 Scale Mode menu
Choice of four fixed screen resolutions at
refresh rate of 75Hz (for CRT/tube screens)
640x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1280x1024
Select RGB, RGBS, RGBHV (VGA) source
RGA, CGA, MDA
Return to main menu
No change to the resolution/refresh: The
output resolution/refresh rate is the same
like the input resolution/refresh rate
Choice of four fixed screen resolutions at
refresh rate of 60Hz (for LCD/flat screens)
640x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1280x1024
Calling Output Scaling Sub-Menu
Select or Deselect line doubling for deinterlacing (video sources with interlaced
signals only)
Return to main menu
Select 50Hz Output-Mode for VideoApplications (resolution keeps unchanged –
select before from Choice of four)
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Output Scaling
Use the Output Scaling submenu to specify the best match between screen size and
user requirements. Four modes are available:
1:1 – the picture is displayed with its original size and aspect ratio within a black
frame. All pixels remain 1 wide and 1 high. Pictures with less than 300 lines are displayed in
double height. Interlaced pictures are displayed in double height (deinterlaced)
OFF (Full screen) – The picture is stretched to fill all available screen space (nonproportional).
PROP (Proportional) – The picture is stretched (up scaling only!) to fill one screen
dimension completely. The other dimension is made up with black borders (e.g. to keep a
16:9 ratio on scaling - proportional) Horizontal and vertical size of the screen must be both at
least the size of the appropriate picture dimension.
1:2 – the picture is displayed at double the original size within a black frame. All pixels
become 2 wide and 2 high. Horizontal and vertical size of the screen must be both at least the
double size of the appropriate picture dimension.
Figure 9 Output Scaling sub-menu
Full Screen: the picture is stretched to fill all
available screen space
No scaling: picture displayed in original size
within black borders
Double size: picture displayed in original
size within black border
Return to previous menu
Proportional: picture is stretched until one
screen dimension is filled completely. The
other dimension is made up with black
borders (e.g. to keep 16:9 ratio on scaling)
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Brightness/Contrast
Use this menu to adjust the brightness and contrast of the video image, or to adjust
the black level of a display.
Figure 10 Brightness-Contrast menu
Select Colors and Color Temperatures
Use the Colors menu to adjust the color balance of the video image. The menu
provides a number of options including automatic calibration, manual adjustment in
RGB or CMY color space, hue and saturation adjustment and the setup of flesh/skin
tone.
Hue Saturation Back to main menu
Figure 11 Color menu
Adjust Brightness
Adjust Contrast
Adjust Black level
Return to main menu
Automatic color calibration
Standard RGB color selection
View Color temperature submenu
(see Color Temperature, page 36)
Flesh tone/Skin tone
Set up colors in CMY space – automatically
adjusts settings in RGB space
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Color Temperature
Use the Color Temperature submenu to set up the color profile in RGB color space
or by using one of five predefined color temperatures. To view this menu, select the
Colors icon from the main menu and then select the Color Temperature icon.
Figure 12 Color Temperature sub-menu
Image
Use the Image menu to adjust the vertical and horizontal screen position, picture
size and to set the pixel clock and phase. Doing some tunings on SYNC problems.
Figure 13 Image menu
Set up colors in RGB space – automatically
adjusts settings in CMY space
Choice of five color temperature settings:
4200k, 5000k, 6500k, 7500k, 9300k
Back to Color menu
Automatic detection of the number of pixels
per line and the best phase (best point for A/D
conversion within each pixel) see also RGB to
DVI(/VGA) Converter Setup, page 35.
Manually adjust the number of pixels per
line (Pixel clock)
Manually adjust the best phase (best point for
A/D conversion within each pixel)
Manually adjust the horizontal picture position
Manually adjust the vertical picture position
Back to main menu
Select or deselect the threshold Checking on
SYNC problems (see, page 40)
Select or deselect the 15kHz Glitch Filter on
SYNC problems (see, page 40)
Manually adjust
the horizontal
screen size (1:1-
Mode only!)
Manually adjust
the vertical screen
size (1:1-Mode
only!)
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Tools
Use the Tools menu to set the position and size of the OSD window, adjust the
sharpness for a fixed resolution setting, reset the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter
system to its factory default settings or provide a test pattern.
Figure 14 Tools menu
OSD
Use the OSD submenu to define the position and size of the OSD window. To view
this menu, select the Tools icon from the main menu and then select the OSD icon.
Figure 15 OSD sub-menu
Adjust sharpness (fixed resolution modes
only). When resolution is changed by an
imposed fixed resolution, sharpness can be
affected. Use this option to switch between
three settings for optimum sharpness
Set the position of the OSD window (see
OSD, page 31)
Calling Factory Reset Sub-Menu
Choose whether to automatically
adjust pixels per line and pixel
phase after a mode change
(see page 32)
Back to main menu
Calling Video-Modes Sub-Menu
Display a ‘burst’ pattern for monitor setup (see
Monitor Setup, page 34)
Manually adjust the horizontal position of
the OSD window
Manually adjust the vertical position of the
OSD window
Back to Tools menu
Choose OSD Timeout ON/OFF (ON – OSD
will disappear after some seconds . OFF –
OSD will keep alive until user closes)
Toggle the size of the OSD window
between single and double size
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Factory Reset
Use the Factory Reset submenu to reset the unit to factory defaults, save user
presets or restore user presets
Figure 16 Factory Reset sub-menu
Auto Configuration
Use the Auto Configuration submenu to define whether the Converter carries out
automatic detection of the number of pixels per line and the best phase after a mode
change (a change of screen resolution and/or refresh rate at the graphic source).
Using automatic detection (while displaying an appropriate test pattern) ensures an
optimized image but the procedure introduces a delay in the picture appearing on the attached
console screen. If you want the picture to appear as fast as possible, you may want to disable
this feature. Auto Configuration is disabled in the default factory settings.
To view the Auto Configuration menu, select the Tools icon from the main menu and then
select the Auto Configuration icon.
Figure 17 Auto-Configuration sub-menu
Disable Automatic detection of pixels per
line and phase after a mode change
Enable Automatic detection of pixels per
line and phase after a mode change
Back to Tools menu
Factory Reset: Restore originally equipped
Setup data
Restore User Data: Restore previously
saved User data
Save actual User Data in internal memory
Back to Tools menu
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Video Mode
Use the Video Mode menu to select one of twelve Video Modes for a specific
resolution. Please see (page 47) for more information about Video Modes and
supported screen resolutions.
Figure 18 Video Mode menu
Color Filter
Most of the old graphic cards using only 8 or 27 colors, which means only the color levels of
0%, 50% and 100% (ref. 0V, 350mV, 700mV). Therefore a very strong noise could be on the
signal, e.g. due to a bad power supply or a electromagnetical launching, which is noticeable
especially as disturbing inhomogeneity on big areas in the picture. Using the color filter the
input signals are defined on these three color levels, so that disturbing effects in the picture
are corrected
Choice of twelve different video modes.
Please see also page
48
Execute the auto configuration in the
color menu. Having a optimum color
detection you should take a picture
including many information (text,
graphics, many colors).
Turn on the color filter
If there is still a noise in the picture,
adjust it by setting up brightness and
contrast.
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5. Monitor Setup
This procedure is designed to correct for discrepancies in the video signal due to
analogue/digital video conversion by the Monitor. You do not need to follow this procedure if
you have:
• A CRT monitor connected to the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter through the VGA input
• A TFT monitor connected to the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter through the DVI input
In these cases, there is no need to adjust the monitor because the video format is not
converted.
Please make sure that you carry out this procedure before setting up the RGB to DVI(/VGA)
Converter (page 37). If you are using a TFT monitor at the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter
with a VGA cable, the TFT monitor digitizes the video data stream and this may affect video
quality. By setting up the TFT monitor first, you ensure that you are correcting discrepancies
due solely to the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter system in the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter
Setup procedure.
15. Connect the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter system and display the regular desktop in
the desired screen resolution. Monitor Setup may vary depending on screen resolution
and/or refresh rate.
16. Display the OSD utility (see page 26).
17. Select the Tools menu option (see page 33).
18. Select the ‘burst’ pattern option. Your TFT should show fine, 1 pixel wide, black and
white vertical stripes over the entire screen. The OSD will stay visible in the middle of
the screen.
19. Depending on the type of TFT, press the ‘AUTO’ Button on the monitor control panel or
select Auto Adjust in the TFT Setup Menu. Refer to the manual supplied with your
monitor for more information.
20. If the vertical stripes are sharp and without jitter or smearing, the adjustment has been
successful. Go to step 8.
21. If the picture quality is not acceptable after the automatic adjustment, you will have to
manually adjust the pixel clock and pixel phase (in this order). Please follow the
instructions in your monitor’s user manual.
22. Press any key to exit the test pattern display.
23. Exit the OSD.
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6. RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter Setup
6.1 Overview
You need to optimize the video signal across your RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter system if it
undergoes one or more conversions between analog and digital formats. The exact procedure
depends on your RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter setup:
Graphics
card
Monitor
type
Monitor
Input
used
Video Optimization Procedure(s)
RGB/
CGA/
EGA
TFT VGA
TFT adjustment (see Monitor Setup, page 36)
Optimization using OSD
(see Setup Instructions for RGB Input, page 38)
RGB/
CGA/
EGA
CRT VGA
Optimization using OSD
(see Setup Instructions for RGB Input, page 38)
RGB/
CGA/
EGA
TFT DVI
Optimization using OSD
(see Setup Instructions for RGB Input, page 38)
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6.2 Setup Instructions for RGB Input
This procedure is designed to correct for discrepancies in the video signal due to
analogue/digital video conversion by the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter.
If you are using a TFT monitor at RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter with a VGA cable, you
should carry out the Monitor Setup procedure first (see page 36). In this configuration, the
TFT digitize the video data stream and affect video quality. By setting up the TFT monitor,
you ensure that you are correcting discrepancies due solely to the RGB to DVI(/VGA)
Converter in this procedure. Alternatively, you could replace the TFT monitor with a CRT
monitor while you carry out this procedure or use a TFT with DVI-cable. You can then
reconnect the TFT monitor and optimize its video image afterwards.
24. Display from your graphic source a picture with as much detail as possible. If possible,
display a ‘burst-pattern’ (see Figure 17) - a picture with alternating, 1-pixel wide, black
and white, vertical stripes.
If you are unable to view the test card, display some black text on a white background.
For example, you could open Notepad, maximize it to full screen, and fill the page with
letter ‘I’s in a 12pt sans serif font. Proceed with step 2.
25. Display the OSD (see page 26).
26. Select the Image menu option:
27. Select the first command icon:
Automatic detection of number
of pixels per line and the best phase.
28. Assess the desktop test pattern. If the vertical stripes are sharp and without jitter or
smearing, the adjustment has been successful. Go to step 9.
29. If the picture quality is not acceptable after the automatic adjustment, you will have to
manually adjust the pixel clock and pixel phase (in this order).
30. With a poorly adjusted pixel clock you may see one or more vertical areas, where the
lines are smeared (see Figure 19a):
a. Return to the OSD utility and select the menu command:
Manually adjust the number of pixels per line (Pixel clock)
from the Image menu.
b. Adjust the pixel clock value until all stripes have disappeared.
c. Confirm the setting.
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31. Problems with the pixel phase will cause horizontal noise, horizontal wave-formed lines,
flicker or smearing with zebra-pattern (see Figure 19b):
a. From the OSD’s Image menu, select the menu command:
Manually adjust the best phase (best point for A/D conversion within
each pixel).
b. Modify the phase until all distortions have disappeared.
c. Confirm the setting.
32. If necessary adjust the size of the visible part of the picture.
(The horizontal and vertical size is displayed in numeric values
for exact adjustment)
33. If necessary adjust the position of the visible part of the screen.
It may be necessary to adjust the picture size (step 9) again
34. If appropriate, re-attach your TFT monitor and adjust its image according to the
manufacturer’s instructions.
Figure 19 Burst test pattern applied to desktop showing problems with
(a) pixel clock setting, (b) pixel phase setting.
(a) (b)
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6.3 Setup of a new Video Mode
The RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter is preinstalled with several video modes and screen
resolutions in various refresh rates suitable for using with an RGB source. If the mode
generated by your RGB graphic source is not represented, you need to Setup a custom mode.
The steps are similar to 6.2 Setup Instructions for RGB Input. Your custom mode is stored
automatically and can be used in the same way as the preinstalled modes.
35. Display from your graphic source a picture with as much detail as possible. If possible,
display a ‘burst-pattern’ (see Figure 17) - a picture with alternating, 1-pixel wide, black
and white, vertical stripes.
If you are unable to view the test card, display some black text on a white background.
For example, you could open Notepad, maximize it to full screen, and fill the page with
letter ‘I’s in a 12pt sans serif font. Proceed with step 2.
36. Display the OSD (see page 26).
37. Select the Scale Mode Menu (Physical Resolution of attached Screen – see page 29) and
select the size of your used monitor (resolution must be equal or higher than the
resolution, generated by your graphic card)
38. Select the Output Scaling Submenu (see page 30). Select NO SCALING – Mode (1:1)
39. Select the Video Mode Submenu (see page 35). Try-out all available modes and select
the best matching one (all rows and all columns of your screen picture are displayed)
40. Select the Image menu option (see page 32)
41. Select the command icon:
Automatic detection of number
of pixels per line and the best phase.
42. The picture size may have been changed! Assess the desktop test pattern. If the vertical
stripes are sharp and without jitter or smearing, the adjustment has been successful. Go
to step 12.
43. If the picture quality is not acceptable after the automatic adjustment, you will have to
manually adjust the pixel clock and pixel phase (in this order).
44. With a poorly adjusted pixel clock you may see one or more vertical areas, where the
lines are smeared (see Figure 19a on page 39):
a. In the Image menu option (see page 32) select the command icon:
Manually adjust the number of pixels per line (Pixel clock)
b. Adjust the pixel clock value until all stripes have disappeared.
c. Confirm the setting.
45. Problems with the pixel phase will cause horizontal noise, horizontal wave-formed lines,
flicker or smearing with zebra-pattern (see Figure 19b on page 39):
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a. In the Image menu option (see page 32) select the command icon:
Manually adjust the best phase (best point for A/D conversion within
each pixel).
b. Modify the phase until all distortions have disappeared.
c. Confirm the setting.
46. If necessary, adjust the position of the visible part of the screen.
(Image menu option - see page 32)
47. If necessary, adjust the size of the visible part of the picture.
(The horizontal and vertical size is displayed in numeric values
for exact adjustment).
48. Select the Output Scaling Submenu (see page 30). Select the desired Scaling Mode
49. If appropriate, re-attach your TFT monitor and adjust its image according to the
manufacturer’s instructions.
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7. Troubleshooting
7.1 Video
There isn’t a picture.
Check the power supply connection at the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter. Is the
Device Ready (Red LED) illuminated (see page 24)? If not, the internal power-
supply may be damaged or there may be an internal error.
Check if the Monitor detect LED is illuminated (see page 24)? If not, there may be
a problem with the Interconnection cable.
Check that you are using a supported video mode (see Appendix D: Supported
Video Modes). At the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter, is the Video Signal LED
illuminated (see page 24)? If not, do you need to Setup a new video mode?(see
Setup of a new Video Mode on page 40)?
The green LED is blinking
This problem normally occurs only with RGsB Signals if you have long coaxial
cables, EMI noisy environment, high current power cables nearby or glitches from
old graphic cards.
For Video Signals with HS< app. 20kHz, try to select 15kHz Glitch Filter to ON in
Image Menu (Refer to page 32)
For Video Signals with HS> app. 20kHz, try to deselect Threshold Checking (OFF)
in Image Menu (Refer to page 32)
After several seconds (minutes) intermittent loss of picture
This problem normally occurs only with RGsB Signals if you have long coaxial
cables, EMI noisy environment, high current power cables nearby or glitches from
old graphic cards.
For Video Signals with HS< app. 20kHz, try to select 15kHz Glitch Filter to ON in
Image Menu (Refer to page 32)
For Video Signals with HS> app. 20kHz, try to deselect Threshold Checking (OFF)
in Image Menu (Refer to page 32)
I Can’t access to the OSD because of intermittent loss of picture
Disconnect the input signals from the Video Source. Wait until the message „No
Signal detected“ appears. Now you can access to the OSD and make your settings.
After doing the setup, reconnect the signal source.
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There is horizontal jitter on the picture.
The pixel clock and/or phase is misaligned: Refer to page 38.
Characters are smeared.
The phase is misaligned: Refer to page 38.
Thin vertical lines are missing.
The phase is misaligned: Refer to page 38.
No output to a connected CRT or TFT with VGA input.
First connect your VGA monitor cable to the adapter and then plug in the adapter to
the device. Otherwise, the VGA mode is not detected, DVI output is generated and
there is no picture on the screen (See also Diagnostic LEDs on page 24).
Alternatively do a power-cycle with the device, while the screen stays attached.
There are parts of the picture missing.
The picture size is incorrect: refer to page 40 (Setup of a new Video Mode).
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Appendix A: Example Applications
This section illustrates some specific applications using the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter:
For more details, please discuss suitable converter architecture with Technical Support (see
Appendix E: Calling Technical Support).
Figure 20 RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter attached to a PLC
Figure 21 RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter with optional EGA/CGA support,
attached to an old fashioned Computer
ACU315A
-R2
RGB to DVI(/VGA)
Converter attached to a
PLC
ACU315A
-R2
RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter
attached to an old fashioned
Computer
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Appendix B: Rack Mount Options
RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converters can be mounted in a 19” rack using the mounting kit:
ACS1009A-RMK
This contains the following parts:
Figure 22 ACS1009A-RMK Rack Mounting Kit
To mount a unit:
• Align the holes on the base plate with the vacant screw holes on the base of the RGB to
DVI(/VGA) Converter unit.
• Fasten the base of the unit to the plate of the mounting kit using the supplied screws.
Only use the supplied, short screws, to prevent damages on
the PCB’s
• Close the remaining gaps with blanking plates.
M2,5x5 Philips type
countersunk screws
8x M2,5x2 spacer (8x)
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The kit allows you to mount a different count of devices
(1…4 devices):
APPENDIX C: SYSTEM UPGRADE
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Appendix C: System Upgrade
System Update / Onboard Programming
It is occasionally necessary to update the firmware of the system. Normally, this procedure is
carried out in the factory. If you want to update the firmware yourself, contact Technical
Support. You will need a programming cable and software to carry out the update. Please
follow the supplied instructions carefully.
Appendix D: Supported Video Modes
The following table shows the video modes originally supported by the Converter.
Mode Identification Hres Vres V-freq H-freq DotCLK
Selection pixels lines Hz kHz MHz
3
MONA S5 442 416 54,4 24,3 14,0
0
AS 230 / 235 / OS 252 448 288 50,0 15,6 10,0
7
GBE 3977 - 64x32 448 288 50,0 15,6 10,0
4
DCC 555a 504 280 50,0 15,7 10,0
1
WF 470 512 240 49,1 15,6 12,0
2
WF 470 neu 512 245 50,1 15,6 12,0
1
WF 470 / AS 215 512 256 50,1 15,6 12,0
2
WF 470 / AS 215 512 512 50,0 31,3 24,0
5
GEM 80 graph i 560 224 50,0 15,6 11,8
5
GEM 80 graph i 560 224 60,0 15,8 11,8
5
GEM 80 graph i 560 224 75,0 18,2 12,0
8
GBE 3977 - 80x48 560 288 50,0 15,6 13,0
10
DISET - 80x25 560 288 50,0 15,6 12,2
12
DCS 560 560 288 50,0 15,7 11,4
1
MONA-C 560 413 58,2 25,8 20,0
5
GEM 80 graph progr. 560 448 50,0 31,3 23,5
5
GEM 80 graph progr. 560 448 60,0 31,5 23,7
5
GEM 80 graph progr. 560 448 75,0 36,4 24,0
2
WF 480 580 480 60,0 30,6 25,0
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Mode Identification Hres Vres V-freq H-freq DotCLK
Selection pixels lines Hz kHz MHz
0
CGA 640 200 60,0 15,8 14,2
6
CP526/527 640 234 50,1 15,4 13,1
6
GEM 80 text 640 288 48,8 15,6 13,0
1
Prokon 2 640 288 83,1 27,4 23,0
1
EGA (TTL) 640 350 59,9 21,9 16,3
2
DOS graphic Mode 640 350 70,0 31,4 25,1
0
Vesa Standard 640 350 85,0 37,9 31,5
1
IVE3 640 379 50,0 21,8 17,3
1
IVE4 640 385 50,0 20,0 16,1
1
ABB MOD 300 640 385 60,0 24,8 19,8
1
IVE2 640 398 50,0 21,9 17,8
0
VGA 640 400 56,0 24,6 20,9
1
OP 398 K 640 400 60,0 27,5 22,2
0
VGA 640 400 70,0 31,4 25,1
1
Vesa Standard 640 400 85,0 37,8 31,5
1
COROS LS-C 640 405 59,1 25,4 21,8
1
Prokon 1 640 432 53,8 25,5 23,0
1
Prokon 3 640 432 59,0 27,4 23,0
1
CP 526 highres. 50 Hz 640 468 50,0 31,2 26,2
1
CP 526 highres. 60 Hz 640 468 60,0 30,9 26,2
3
CP 528 highres. 60 Hz 640 468 60,0 30,9 28,3
1
WF 480 / Gracis 640 480 59,9 30,6 27,6
0
Vesa Standard 640 480 60,0 31,5 25,2
2
MAC Mode 640 480 66,7 35,0 31,4
0
Vesa Standard 640 480 72,8 37,9 31,5
0
Vesa Standard 640 480 75,0 37,5 31,5
0
Vesa Standard 640 480 85,0 43,3 36,0
1
NEC 642 200 60,0 15,0 13,5
1
Std.- VGA 656 496 59,9 31,5 25,2
4
NTSC (halfline) 680 240 60,0 15,7 12,9
3
NTSC Interlaced 720 240 60,0 15,8 13,5
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Mode Identification Hres Vres V-freq H-freq DotCLK
Selection pixels lines Hz kHz MHz
3
PAL Interlaced 720 288 50,0 15,6 13,5
1
ABB DSAV110 720 336 50,0 17,9 15,5
1
ABB DSAV111 720 336 61,2 21,8 19,7
1
Hercules monochrom 720 350 49,8 18,4 16,3
1
DOS Text Mode 720 400 70,0 31,4 28,3
2
Vesa Standard 720 400 85,0 37,9 35,5
2
VDU 2000 Coros 720 405 59,1 25,4 24,5
1
Teleperm / DS 078 720 408 60,0 25,7 23,1
3
NTSC progressive 720 480 60,0 31,5 27,0
3
PAL progressive 720 576 50,0 31,3 27,0
3
PC-Textmode 738 414 70,1 31,5 28,3
2
MTBI 746 246 60,0 15,7 14,1
2
CP 527/ 60 800 468 59,9 30,9 32,7
4
Vesa Standard 800 600 56,2 35,1 36,0
0
Vesa Standard 800 600 60,3 37,9 40,0
0
Vesa Standard 800 600 72,1 48,0 49,9
0
Vesa Standard 800 600 75,0 46,9 49,5
0
Vesa Standard 800 600 85,0 53,6 56,2
1
MAC Mode 832 624 75,0 49,5 55,4
0
Vesa Standard 1024 768 60,0 48,4 65,0
0
Vesa Standard 1024 768 70,0 56,4 74,9
1
SUN Mode 1024 768 72,0 58,0 75,2
0
Vesa Standard 1024 768 75,0 60,0 78,7
0
Vesa Standard 1024 768 85,0 68,7 94,5
2
Industrie Standard (I) 1024 768 87,0 35,5 44,9
11
DISET oversample 1120 288 50,0 15,6 24,5
1
DMT1185 1152 864 70,0 63,5 100,1
0
Vesa Standard 1152 864 75,0 67,5 108,0
1
SUN Mode 1152 900 66,7 62,5 95,5
9
GBE 3977 oversample 1164 288 50,0 15,6 26,0
1
1280 interlaced 1280 512 40,0 50,0 84,4
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Mode Identification Hres Vres V-freq H-freq DotCLK
Selection pixels lines Hz kHz MHz
1
TV Mode 1280 768 60,0 48,1 81,2
0
Vesa Standard 1280 960 60,0 60,0 108,0
1
DMT127A 1280 960 75,0 75,0 126,0
0
TV Mode 1280 1024 50,1 53,4 90,1
0
Vesa Standard 1280 1024 60,0 64,0 108,0
1
SUN Mode 1280 1024 66,7 71,7 117,0
1
SXGA Unix 1280 1024 73,0 77,2 131,0
0
Vesa Standard 1280 1024 75,0 80,0 135,0
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Appendix E: Calling Technical Support
If you determine that your RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter is malfunctioning, do not attempt
to alter or repair it. It contains no user-serviceable parts. Contact Technical Support.
Before you do, make a record of the history of the problem. We will be able to provide more
efficient and accurate assistance if you have a complete description, including:
• The firmware-revision level printed on the bottom of the RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter
(very important):
Version Number Format:
Board: xxLO/RE Myyy Pzzz Auuu Gvvvvvv
Firmware: C/M/S xx Pyy Mzz
• The nature and duration of the problem.
• When the problem occurs.
• The components involved in the problem—that is, what type of graphic source, what
type, make and model of monitor, type and make of cable, etc.
• Any particular application that, when used, appears to create the problem or make it
worse.
• The results of any testing you’ve already done.
To solve some problems, it might be necessary to upgrade the RGB to DVI(/VGA)
Converter’s firmware. If this turns out to be the case for your difficulty, our Technical
Support technicians will arrange for you to receive the new firmware and will tell you how to
install it.
Shipping and Packaging
If you need to transport or ship your RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter:
• Package it carefully. We recommend that you use the original container.
• If you are shipping it for repair, please include the Unit’s external power supply. If you
are returning it, please include everything you received with it. Before you ship the RGB
to DVI(/VGA) Converter back to your dealer for repair or return, contact him to get a
Return Material Authorization (RMA) number.
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Appendix F: Specifications
Power Requirements
Voltage
PSU: 90..240VAC-0.5A-47..63Hz/6VDC-2000 mA
Power required
RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter: approx. 8W
Interface
Monitor
VGA (1280x1024@75Hz, plug&play supported)
DVI (1280x1024@60Hz, plug&play supported)
Colour Depth
15 Bit for converting to DVI/VGA (5 Bit per colour)
Bandwidth
165 MHz
RGB/RGBS
0,7Vpp for color signals without Sync, 1Vpp for
GREEN (with Sync), 0,7Vpp for composite Sync
RGBS
0,7Vpp for color signals and Sync
CGA/EGA/MDA
TTL for colours and Sync
Size and Shipping Weight
RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter
4.0”x5.6”x1.1” (103x143x29mm)
Gewicht: 0.55lb (0.25kg)
Shipping box
18.1”x9.8”x4.7” (210x150x165mm)
Gewicht: 3.5lb (1.6kg)
Environmental
Operating Temperature
41 to 113°F (5 to 45 °C)
Storage Temperature
-13 to 140°F (-25 to 60 °C)
Relative Humidity
max. 80% non-condensing
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Appendix G: Connectors and Cables
RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter Connector Pinouts
DVI-I Female connector (for Input and Output)
Pin Signal Pin Signal Pin Signal
1 T.M.D.S data 2- 9 T.M.D.S data 1- 17 T.M.D.S data 0-
2 T.M.D.S data 2+ 10 T.M.D.S data 1+ 18 T.M.D.S data 0+
3 T.M.D.S data 2 GND 11 T.M.D.S data 1 GND 19 T.M.D.S data 0 GND
4 n.c. 12 n.c. 20 n.c.
5 n.c. 13 n.c. 21 n.c.
6 DDC Input (SCL) 14 +5V Power 22 T.M.D.S clock GND
7 DDC Output(SDA) 15 GND 23 T.M.D.S clock +
8 Analog VSYNC 16 Hot Plug recognition 24 T.M.D.S clock -
C1 Analog Red C3 Analog Blue
C2 Analog Green C5 Analog GND C4 Analog HYSNC
1 8 C1 C2
17 24 C3 C4
C5
RGB/EGA/CGA/MDA TO DVI(/VGA) CONVERTER
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Programming
Pin Signal
1 TxD (to PC RxD)
2 RxD (from PC TxD)
3 DTR from PC
4 GND
Power
Pin Signal
1 GND
2 Earth
3 n.c.
4 +6VDC
Housing Shield
1 2
3 4
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EGA/CGA/MD-connector (for TTL-Input)
Pin EGA CGA MDA
1
Ground (GND) Ground (GND) Ground (GND)
2
Red (LSB)
3
Red (MSB) Red
4
Green (MSB) Green
5
Blue (MSB) Blue
6
Green (LSB) Intensity Intensity
7
Blue (LSB) Video
8
H-SYNC H-SYNC H-SYNC
9
V-SYNC V-SYNC V-SYNC
RGB/EGA/CGA/MDA TO DVI(/VGA) CONVERTER
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Adapter Cables
DVI/VGA Adapter
RGB to DVI(/VGA) Converter: Monitor:
DVI-I male connector HD15 female connector
8C1C2
24
C3
C4
1
17
C5
Pin Signal Pin Signal
6 DDC Input (SCL) 15 DDC Input (SCL)
7 DDC Output(SDA) 12 DDC Output (SDA)
8 Analog VSYNC 14 Analog VSYNC
C1 Analog Red 1 Analog Red
C2 Analog Green 2 Analog Green
C3 Analog Blue 3 Analog Blue
C4 Analog HYSNC 13 Analog HSYNC
C5 Analog GND 6,7,8 Analog GND
NOTES
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