Calibre UK VANTAGE-HD2, VANTAGE-HD User Manual

30 April 2013 © Calibre UK Ltd

VANTAGE-HD

VANTAGE-HD2

User Manual

Issue 1.3.5a

Issue 1.3.5 14 December 2007 © Calibre UK Ltd Page i

Welcome to the Vantage-HD Manual

For technical support please see the Home Theater section of our website http://www.calibreuk.com/home_theater.php.

If the web site does not provide the information you require, please contact your dealer, installer or distributor in the first instance, or if they are unable to resolve your query please

e-mail vantage-support@calibreuk.com.

VANTAGE MANUAL REVISION

Note this manual details the Vantage-HD functions and features assuming that you have installed issue 1.3.4 Firmware. Earlier versions of firmware may not include all the items described in this manual See section 1.8 for details on updating the firmware.

COPYRIGHT & LIMITED WARRANTY This document and the software described within it are copyrighted with all rights reserved. Under copyright laws, neither the documentation nor the software may be copied, photocopied, reproduced, translated, or reduced to electronic medium or machine readable form, in whole or in part, without prior written consent of Calibre UK Ltd ("Calibre"). Failure to comply with this condition may result in prosecution.

Calibre provides a limited warranty for Vantage-HD covering defects in manufacture and materials for a period of 12 months from date of purchase. This warranty covers parts and labor within this period but excludes shipping charges and expressly excludes damage or defects caused by misuse, abuse, modification, alteration or failure during firmware/software upgrading.

In the event of product failure, contact your dealer, installer or distributor for return/repair information. Unsolicited product shipments to Calibre will not be processed for repair. DO NOT ship product directly to Calibre unless your supplier has expressly instructed you to do so and has provided you with a returns authorisation number which they have obtained from Calibre on your behalf for the purpose of this return.

Calibre does not warrant that this product will function properly in every hardware/software environment. Although Calibre has tested the hardware, firmware and software within this product and reviewed the documentation, CALIBRE MAKES NO WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WITH RESPECT TO THIS HARDWARE OR SOFTWARE OR DOCUMENTATION, THEIR QUALITY, PERFORMANCE, MERCHANTABILITY, OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE SOFTWARE CONTAINED WITHIN VANTAGE-HD AND ALL DOCUMENTATION ARE LICENSED 'AS IS', AND YOU, THE LICENSEE, BY MAKING USE THEREOF, ARE ASSUMING THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO THEIR QUALITY AND PERFORMANCE. IN NO EVENT WILL CALIBRE BE LIABLE FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE SOFTWARE OR DOCUMENTATION, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. In particular, and without prejudice to the generality of the foregoing, Calibre has no liability for any programs or data stored or used with Calibre software, including costs of recovering such programs or data.

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Bradford, West Yorkshire

BD8 7JS, England

Telephone +44 (0)1274 394125 Fax + 44 (0)1274 730960 Email vantage@calibreuk.com Web-site www.calibreuk.com

Calibre operates a policy of continued product improvement, therefore specifications are subject to change without notice as products are updated or revised.

E&OE.

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CONTENTS

Contents ii

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................................ 1

1.1. Product Overview ................................................................................................. 1

1.2. Packing List .......................................................................................................... 1

1.3. You Will Need ...................................................................................................... 1

1.4. Physical Dimensions ............................................................................................ 1

1.5. Controlling Your Vantage-HD ............................................................................... 1

1.6. Serial Control ....................................................................................................... 2

1.7. Infrared Control .................................................................................................... 2

1.8. Firmware Updates ................................................................................................ 2

1.9. Rear Panel Connections ...................................................................................... 2

1.10. Overheat Indication .............................................................................................. 3

1.11. HDCP Compliance Indication .............................................................................. 3

1.12. Expansion Modules .............................................................................................. 3

CONNECTING VANTAGE-HD TO THE DISPLAY DEVICE .............................................................. 4

2.1. Correct Installation Order ..................................................................................... 4

CONNECTING VANTAGE-HD INPUTS ............................................................................................. 10

3.1. Introduction .......................................................................................................... 10

3.2. Resetting An Input Channel ................................................................................ 11

FREEING INPUT CHANNELS ........................................................................................................... 12

4.1. Freeing a Video Channel ..................................................................................... 12

4.2. Freeing an Audio Channel ................................................................................... 12

SELECTING AN INPUT ...................................................................................................................... 13

5.1. Via the OSD ......................................................................................................... 13

5.2. Via the Front Panel .............................................................................................. 13

5.3. Via the Numeric Buttons on the Remote.............................................................. 13

ADJUSTING AN INPUT ...................................................................................................................... 14

6.1. Introduction .......................................................................................................... 14

PICTURE IN PICTURE ....................................................................................................................... 17

7.1. Introduction .......................................................................................................... 17

INFORMATION MENU ....................................................................................................................... 19

8.1. Introduction .......................................................................................................... 19

CONFIGURATION MENU .................................................................................................................. 20

9.1. Introduction .......................................................................................................... 20

OUTPUT MODE DETAILS ................................................................................................................. 22

10.1. Introduction .......................................................................................................... 22

10.2. Audio Output Formats .......................................................................................... 23

INPUT SIGNAL DETAILS ................................................................................................................... 24

11.1. Introduction .......................................................................................................... 24

11.2. Video Inputs ......................................................................................................... 24

11.3. Component Video Input ....................................................................................... 24

11.4. SDI Input (optional) .............................................................................................. 24

11.5. HDMI / DVI Input .................................................................................................. 24

11.6. Computer (SVGA) Inputs ..................................................................................... 25

11.7. Audio Input Formats ............................................................................................. 25

POWER SUPPLY SPECIFICATION .................................................................................................. 26

12.1. Introduction .......................................................................................................... 26

REGULATORY APPROVALS ............................................................................................................ 27

13.1. CE and FCC Compliance ..................................................................................... 27

ENVIRONMENTAL AND SAFETY ..................................................................................................... 28

14.1. Operating ............................................................................................................. 28

14.2. Storage................................................................................................................. 28

14.3. Safety Issues........................................................................................................ 28

HDMI CONNECTION ADVICE ........................................................................................................... 29

WARRANTY & SERVICE ADVICE ..................................................................................................... 32

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

1.1.

Product Overview

Vantage-HD is a state of the art digital image processor which provides market leading HD& SD per-

pixel multiple Iow-angle aperture-adjusted motion-adaptive de-interlacing and automatic film pulldown correction for 3:2, 2:2 and non-standard and broken cadences, significantly outperforming the capabilities of benchmark competitor products.

Vantage-HD2 includes additional processing features to allow output of 720p24, 1080p24 and 48p

signals from 24p inputs. Vantage-HD2 also includes a special passive cooling device for allow silent operation.

Vantage-HD features studio-grade image processing algorithms for the very best scaling, film and

video noise reduction, MPEG artifact reduction and automatic audio time-line correction to maintain lip-sync. Vantage-HD is a very flexible video and audio router with multiple HDMI and analog input channels, digital, analog and optical audio support and optional HD-SDI compatibility.

Vantage-HD has special algorithms for plasma image enhancements, significantly reducing plasma

noise and improving grayscale reproduction. Image quality on large-screen LCDs are also much improved by Vantage-HD. For projectors, Vantage-HD features the sharpest most flexible keystone correction on the market and there is also an image warping option available for complex geometric correction.

1.2.

Packing List

The following items are included with your Vantage-HD, if any items are missing please contact your

distributor.

1. Vantage-HD

2. Power supply

3. Power cord

4. CD containing this manual

5. Remote control + batteries

6. Warranty card

1.3.

You Will Need

The following items will be required but are not supplied with your Vantage-HD

1. A suitable display device - see section 10.1 for details of the output modes supported by Vantage-HD

2. Cable to connect to your display device

3. A signal source - see section 11 for details of the supported inputs

4. Cable to connect to your signal source

5. Audio processor and cable (required if not using HDMI to connect to the display device).

1.4.

Physical Dimensions

The Vantage-HD is approximately 16.4" (416mm) by 10" (253mm) by 3.4" (85mm) WxDxH NOTE dimensions are excluding optional rack mounting kit. An optional 19" by 2U rack mounting kit is available. Each bracket is attached by 2x 10-32 1/2" long

pan head screws.

1.5.

Controlling Your Vantage-HD

Setting up and controlling your Vantage-HD is achieved by a simple to use On Screen Display (OSD),

moving around the OSD can be achieved by using the navi-keys on the front of the Vantage-HD or by

using the remote control Batteries are not installed when the unit ships to maximise their life. PLEASE ENSURE THAT THE BATTERIES ARE INSERTED IN THE WAY SHOWN WITHIN THE

BATTERY COMPARTMENT OF THE REMOTE CONTROL. WHEN BATTERIES BECOME DISCHARGED PLEASE REMOVE THEM IMMEDIATELY AND

DISPOSE OF THEM IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE INSTRUCTIONS SUPPLIED BY THE BATTERY

MANUFACTURER. IF THE REMOTE CONTROL IS TO BE LEFT UNUSED FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME

PLEASE REMOVE THE BATTERIES TO PREVENT POSSIBLE DAMAGE CAUSED BY LEAKING.

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1.6.

Serial Control

Vantage-HD has a serial port which allows for the unit to be controlled via an integrated

home control system. The connector on Vantage-HD is a 9 way D-Type (female). Pin 2 = Tx Pin 3 = Rx Pin 5 = Ground The type of cable required will depend on your home control system but typically a 9 way

Male to 9 way Female connected straight through will allow serial control. The serial control codes can be downloaded from www.calibreuk.com, please also note that

serial control may require the application of a firmware upgrade to your unit, via its USB port. NOTE : Whilst in standby mode the only serial command that the Vantage-HD will respond

to is “Power On”.

1.7.

Infrared Control

The infrared control codes can be downloaded from www.calibreuk.com

1.8.

Firmware Updates

Calibre operates a policy of continued product improvement. As a result we may periodically

issue firmware updates; these are downloaded to Vantage-HD via the USB port. Full details of the updates and how to download them are available on our website

www.calibreuk.com

1.9.

Rear Panel Connections

The following inputs are located on the rear panel of the Vantage-HD

1. Composite video via RCA jack (2x)

2. S-Video via 4 way mini DIN socket (2x)

3. Component video with or without separate sync via 3/4 RCA jack (2 sets)

4. HDMI version 1.1 (2x)

5. Expansion slot for input expander cards - takes HDMI card or HD-SDI card

6. Computer (SVGA) via 15 way HDD

7. Analog audio stereo pairs via RCA jack (4 sets)

8. S/PDIF coaxial audio (2x)

9. S/PDIF optical audio (2x)

10. Power jack

The following outputs are located on the rear panel of Vantage-HD

1. Analog video output via 15 way HDD (1x)

2. HDMI version 1.1 (1x)

3. Analog audio stereo pair via RCA jack (1 set)

4. S/PDIF coaxial audio (1x)

5. S/PDIF optical audio (1x)

Figure 1 below details the connections to Vantage-HD.

Figure 1 Rear Panel Connections

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1.10.

Overheat Indication

Should the video processor within the Vantage-HD get too hot it will automatically go into

standby mode and the two front panel LEDs will flash red. Should this happen we recommend that you clean the fan if it is clogged with dust, if it is not

clogged then we recommend that you change the fan. If your model is a fanless Vantage-

HD2 the overheat indication is very unlikely unless you have installed it with a very hot

device underneath and/or with the cooling vents obstructed. When the processor has cooled sufficiently pressing the standby button will bring the unit

out of standby.

1.11.

HDCP Compliance Indication

FULL HDCP COMPLIANCE: The Connection/HDCP status LED (Left-most LED) and displayed image now indicate the following conditions:

OFF: No valid input signal detected; GREEN: Non-HDCP protected input signal detected - Non-HDCP protected

input signals can be viewed at any output resolution on any display;

AMBER IMAGE:HDCP protected input signal detected - Limited Output mode - If a selected input signal is HDCP protected and the connected display is not HDCP certified then the protected signal can only be viewed when the output resolution selection is no greater than 480 lines. Anything above will result in a HDCP protected blank indicated by an Amber/Yellow screen and RED status LED;

RED: HDCP protected input signal detected - HDCP certified Display found If a selected input signal is HDCP protected and the display is HDCP compatible, there will be no limits on the choice of output resolution.

1.12.

Expansion Modules

Three expansion module are available for your Vantage-HD, these are

1) Dual 1.3 HDMI input

2) Dual HD SDI input

3) Single HD SDI input

Installation instructions for the expansion modules are supplied with the module. The

firmware will automatically detect the modules and they can the be named and configured as per standard Vantage-HD inputs.

Please contact you Vantage-HD retailer for more information regarding expansion modules.

CONNECTING VANTAGE-HD TO THE DISPLAY DEVICE

2.1.

Correct Installation Order

The flow chart below details the correct order in which to install your Vantage-HD; following

this order will assist with trouble free installation.

Connect to display device

Connect Vantage-HD SVGA (RGBHV) output or HDMI output to your display device. If connecting a DVI display device you need to use an HDMI to DVI converter which we recommend you locate at the display end of the cable.

Connect audio output

Connect Vantage-HD audio Coaxial, Optical or Analog output to audio processor, if HDMI audio output is not being used.

Note: For best audio performance it is recommended that Coaxial or Optical audio be used, not HDMI audio. Some HDMI sources do not correctly comply with HDMI specifications which can cause audio distortion or loss of audio. If this is experienced, please change to using Coaxial or Optical audio, or consult the supplier of that HDMI source device.

Connect input

Connect input video and audio signals to Vantage-HD.

Connect Power

Connect power supply provided with Vantage-HD to Vantage-HD power inlet jack.

THIS POWER SUPPLY CARRIES A LABEL SHOWING THAT ITS DC OUTPUT IS 5V at 7A or 8A DEPENDING ON THE VARIANT SUPPLIED. DO NOT CONNECT ANY OTHER POWER SUPPLY TO VANTAGE-HD. USE OF ANY OTHER POWER SUPPLY WILL INVALIDATE YOUR PRODUCT WARRANTY

Connect the Vantage-HD PSU to your mains outlet and turn on the mains outlet if it is switched

Configure the display device

Turn on your display device and select the input channel to which you have connected Vantage-HD

Switch on Vantage-HD

Turn on Vantage-HD by pressing the Power (bottom right) button on the front panel, or by pressing the On button on the remote control.

Set Vantage-HD output mode

A new Vantage-HD unit will power up in 640x480 @ 60Hz output mode since this should be compatible with all common display devices. If your Vantage-HD has previously been connected it may power up in a different mode. If this mode is not compatible with your display you can easily revert to the 640x480 @ 60Hz output mode by simultaneously pressing the front panel Input key and OK key (OK is the center key of the 5-button navi-key).

Select display device type

Press the Menu key to bring up the OSD menu. Scroll to the Output Settings menu using the top/bottom navi-keys. Go into that menu by pressing the right navi-key.

First choose your type of display by using the up/down navi-keys to scroll to the Display menu item (if not already highlighted) and pressing OK (the center button of the navi-key). The options which appear are:

a) LCD - for direct-view LCD displays b) Plasma - for plasma displays c) Projector - for solid-state (digital) projectors such as DLP,

LCD, LCOS, DILA or any other type of digital or analog projector

Choosing the appropriate type of display is important since menu items such as temporal noise reduction and how the OSD is generated are pre- set to different default values depending on the display type and different menu items appear or are hidden such as keystone correction.

Picture 1 Select Display Device Type

Select display device resolution

Choose the correct display resolution by scrolling down to the Resolution menu item and pressing OK to display the list of available modes. Note the scroll bar at the left of the list - it is too long to display the full list on screen so you must scroll up and down it to see all modes.

For best performance it is critical that you select a mode which is equal to the native resolution of the display device you are using, provided that the display supports its native mode. This is to ensure that the internal scaling within your display device is not operating.

Depending on the mode you choose, Vantage-HD may have to re-boot to change resolution. If this occurs you need to re-enter the Output menu by pressing Menu, scrolling to Output Menu with the up/down keys and entering the Output Menu with the right key.

Note: it is possible to program custom output modes. This requires detailed information on the native mode(s) of your display device. Incorrect programming of custom modes can cause damage to some types of display device, do not attempt to program a custom output mode unless you are sure you have the correct information and are confident that you have the necessary video signal knowledge to do this.

A customizable sync polarity for the current output mode can be selected via the Output Menu. This allows your Vantage-HD to work with some older plasma panels.

If you inadvertently select a frame rate which is incompatible with your display, press and hold the “Menu” and “Enter” (center of navi-key) front panel buttons simultaneously for approximately 3-5 seconds to restore the output mode to 640x480@59.94Hz.

Picture 2 Select Display Device Resolution

Select Output Frame Rate

Select the Frame Rate option on the menu. This determines whether the output of Vantage-HD remains at a constant 59.94Hz, constant 50Hz, or automatically switches between the two depending on the type of incoming signal being displayed.

Auto mode gives best motion performance in a viewing scenario where you are looking at content which may be 59.94Hz or 50Hz (North America and anywhere using the NTSC system usually runs at 59.94Hz, Europe and anywhere using PAL or SECAM usually runs at 50Hz; there are exceptions though in both cases.) However when Auto mode is selected there may be display glitches or display re-sync delays when switching between inputs or when the input signal is lost - this is due to output frame rate changes affecting the operation of your display device. Additionally, some HDMI display devices will not operate correctly in Auto mode due to limitations inherent within those displays.

If you are only using 59.94Hz sources, or only using 50Hz sources, it is strongly recommended you select fixed 59.94Hz or 50Hz respectively so as to improve the input switching characteristics.

Selecting 50Hz output mode with 59.94Hz input material, or vice versa, causes frame rate conversion to occur. This can cause slight degradation in motion performance so is not recommended, but can be used for display devices which are not compatible with the incoming field rate.

Note1: 60Hz display devices should correctly display 59.94Hz modes. Note2: Some HDMI sources may potentially lose HDCP authentication if the output frame

rate is different from the input frame rate.

Vantage-HD2 models include an additional menu item to allow 24p or 48p output when an incoming 24p signal is detected. 48p is always available for selection. 24p is only available when the output mode is 720p or 1080. Be sure to check carefully that your display device can support 24p or 48p natively, otherwise severe image degradation or total loss of image may occur.

Image Projection

Image Projection - allows correction for the orientation and location of the projector relative to the screen. Press OK to show list then scroll up/down list with up/navi-keys, press OK to choose the correct mode. Options are:

a) Front Table - projector is in front of screen and correct way up b) Front Ceiling - projector is in front of screen but upside down c) Rear Table - projector is behind screen but right way up d) Rear Ceiling - projector is behind screen and upside down

Optimize Display Device Setup

When connecting your display via the SVGA (RGBHV) connector it is imperative that the pixel clock and phase settings are correctly adjusted on the menu system of your display device. For information on how to access these features see the user manual supplied with your display device. Note: You must set

Vantage-HD to the native resolution of your display device BEFORE adjusting the pixel clock and phase settings on your display.

To set the pixel clock, with no input displayed on Vantage-HD but with the OSD present and the blue background shown, adjust the pixel clock setting (on your display device, not on Vantage-HD) to remove all vertical noise bands from the blue background. Correct adjustment will cause the vertical bands to move further apart and reduce in number until they eventually disappear. Many good displays will automatically select the correct pixel clock setting, but some will not. IMPORTANT: See Chapter 10 - Output Mode Details for detailed information on output mode timings including information on the correct pixel clock setting - the total number of pixel clocks per line. See also Note (b) below when using 1366x768/1360x768 modes.

To set the pixel phase, first set the pixel clock correctly (see above) and then adjust the pixel phase to remove all horizontal jitter and noise from the background and the OSD, in particular you should adjust for best sharpness of the OSD text and graphics.

PIXEL CLOCK AND PHASE ADJUSTMENTS WITHIN THE DISPLAY

DEVICE ARE NOT APPLICABLE WHEN USING A DVI OR HDMI DISPLAY DEVICE.

Notes: a) Some 1024x1024 plasmas do not correctly support 1024x1024 native

resolution, in this case you must unfortunately select 1024x768 or 1280x768, experiment to see which gives best performance.

b) There are two 1366x768 modes and a 1360x768 mode provided. This is

because some types of plasma and LCD with this resolution need different signal timings compared with those which are considered standard for this format. As a general rule, 1366x768 modes will give better performance than 1360x768 but some displays do not support 1366x768 modes. The key difference between the two 1366x768 modes is the length of line blanking. Pick the 1366x768 mode which allows you to correctly set the pixel clock on your display device and which does not cause bad clamping. (If the picture appears very dark or very bright then it is incorrectly clamped due to the selected mode not being compatible with your display - try the other 1366x768 mode or the 1360x768 mode

instead). c) There is also a 1368x768GTF mode supported. This is the CEA recognised implementation of 1366x768 - it actually provides an active image size of 1366, not 1368. This is the recommended mode for use with modern HDMI/DVI compliant 1366x768 displays.

d) 852x480 mode may need to be used for plasma screens with resolutions

of 852 or 853 pixels. Many 853 pixel plasma displays do not actually

support incoming modes with an odd number of input pixels.

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