Extron electronic SGS 408 User Manual

SGS 408

Eight Input, High Resolution, Seamless Graphic Switcher

68-520-01 Rev. C

03 05

Precautions

Safety Instructions • English

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(servicing) instructions in the literature provided with the equipment.

This symbol is intended to alert the user of the presence of uninsulated dangerous
voltage within the product's enclosure that may present a risk of electric shock.

Caution

Read Instructions • Read and understand all safety and operating instructions before using the

equipment.

Retain Instructions • The safety instructions should be kept for future reference.
Follow Warnings • Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the equipment or in the user

information.

Avoid Attachments • Do not use tools or attachments that are not recommended by the equipment

manufacturer because they may be hazardous.

Consignes de Sécurité • Français

Ce symbole sert à avertir l’utilisateur que la documentation fournie avec le matériel
contient des instructions importantes concernant l’exploitation et la maintenance
(réparation).

Ce symbole sert à avertir l’utilisateur de la présence dans le boîtier de l’appareil de
tensions dangereuses non isolées posant des risques d’électrocution.

Attention

Lire les instructions• Prendre connaissance de toutes les consignes de sécurité et d’exploitation avant

d’utiliser le matériel.

Conserver les instructions• Ranger les consignes de sécurité afin de pouvoir les consulter à l’avenir.
Respecter les avertissements • Observer tous les avertissements et consignes marqués sur le matériel ou

présentés dans la documentation utilisateur.

Eviter les pièces de fixation • Ne pas utiliser de pièces de fixation ni d’outils non recommandés par le

fabricant du matériel car cela risquerait de poser certains dangers.

Warning

Power sources • This equipment should be operated only from the power source indicated on the

product. This equipment is intended to be used with a main power system with a grounded
(neutral) conductor. The third (grounding) pin is a safety feature, do not attempt to bypass or
disable it.

Power disconnection • To remove power from the equipment safely, remove all power cords from

the rear of the equipment, or the desktop power module (if detachable), or from the power
source receptacle (wall plug).

Power cord protection • Power cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be stepped on or

pinched by items placed upon or against them.

Servicing • Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. There are no user-serviceable parts

inside. To prevent the risk of shock, do not attempt to service this equipment yourself because
opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.

Slots and openings • If the equipment has slots or holes in the enclosure, these are provided to

prevent overheating of sensitive components inside. These openings must never be blocked by
other objects.

Lithium battery • There is a danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace it only with

the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries
according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Avertissement

Alimentations• Ne faire fonctionner ce matériel qu’avec la source d’alimentation indiquée sur

l’appareil. Ce matériel doit être utilisé avec une alimentation principale comportant un fil de
terre (neutre). Le troisième contact (de mise à la terre) constitue un dispositif de sécurité :
n’essayez pas de la contourner ni de la désactiver.

Déconnexion de l’alimentation• Pour mettre le matériel hors tension sans danger, déconnectez tous

les cordons d’alimentation de l’arrière de l’appareil ou du module d’alimentation de bureau (s’il
est amovible) ou encore de la prise secteur.

Protection du cordon d’alimentation • Acheminer les cordons d’alimentation de manière à ce que

personne ne risque de marcher dessus et à ce qu’ils ne soient pas écrasés ou pincés par des objets.

Réparation-maintenance • Faire exécuter toutes les interventions de réparation-maintenance par un

technicien qualifié. Aucun des éléments internes ne peut être réparé par l’utilisateur. Afin
d’éviter tout danger d’électrocution, l’utilisateur ne doit pas essayer de procéder lui-même à ces
opérations car l’ouverture ou le retrait des couvercles risquent de l’exposer à de hautes tensions
et autres dangers.

Fentes et orifices • Si le boîtier de l’appareil comporte des fentes ou des orifices, ceux-ci servent à

empêcher les composants internes sensibles de surchauffer. Ces ouvertures ne doivent jamais
être bloquées par des objets.

Lithium Batterie • Il a danger d'explosion s'll y a remplacment incorrect de la batterie. Remplacer

uniquement avec une batterie du meme type ou d'un ype equivalent recommande par le
constructeur. Mettre au reut les batteries usagees conformement aux instructions du fabricant.

Sicherheitsanleitungen • Deutsch

Dieses Symbol soll dem Benutzer in der im Lieferumfang enthaltenen
Dokumentation besonders wichtige Hinweise zur Bedienung und Wartung
(Instandhaltung) geben.

Dieses Symbol soll den Benutzer darauf aufmerksam machen, daß im Inneren des
Gehäuses dieses Produktes gefährliche Spannungen, die nicht isoliert sind und
die einen elektrischen Schock verursachen können, herrschen.

Achtung

Lesen der Anleitungen • Bevor Sie das Gerät zum ersten Mal verwenden, sollten Sie alle Sicherheits-und

Bedienungsanleitungen genau durchlesen und verstehen.

Aufbewahren der Anleitungen • Die Hinweise zur elektrischen Sicherheit des Produktes sollten Sie

aufbewahren, damit Sie im Bedarfsfall darauf zurückgreifen können.

Befolgen der Warnhinweise • Befolgen Sie alle Warnhinweise und Anleitungen auf dem Gerät oder in

der Benutzerdokumentation.

Keine Zusatzgeräte • Verwenden Sie keine Werkzeuge oder Zusatzgeräte, die nicht ausdrücklich vom

Hersteller empfohlen wurden, da diese eine Gefahrenquelle darstellen können.

Instrucciones de seguridad • Español

Este símbolo se utiliza para advertir al usuario sobre instrucciones importantes de
operación y mantenimiento (o cambio de partes) que se desean destacar en el
contenido de la documentación suministrada con los equipos.

Este símbolo se utiliza para advertir al usuario sobre la presencia de elementos con
voltaje peligroso sin protección aislante, que puedan encontrarse dentro de la caja
o alojamiento del producto, y que puedan representar riesgo de electrocución.

Precaucion

Leer las instrucciones • Leer y analizar todas las instrucciones de operación y seguridad, antes de usar

el equipo.

Conservar las instrucciones • Conservar las instrucciones de seguridad para futura consulta.
Obedecer las advertencias • Todas las advertencias e instrucciones marcadas en el equipo o en la

documentación del usuario, deben ser obedecidas.

Evitar el uso de accesorios • No usar herramientas o accesorios que no sean especificamente

recomendados por el fabricante, ya que podrian implicar riesgos.

Vorsicht

Stromquellen • Dieses Gerät sollte nur über die auf dem Produkt angegebene Stromquelle betrieben

werden. Dieses Gerät wurde für eine Verwendung mit einer Hauptstromleitung mit einem
geerdeten (neutralen) Leiter konzipiert. Der dritte Kontakt ist für einen Erdanschluß, und stellt
eine Sicherheitsfunktion dar. Diese sollte nicht umgangen oder außer Betrieb gesetzt werden.

Stromunterbrechung • Um das Gerät auf sichere Weise vom Netz zu trennen, sollten Sie alle

Netzkabel aus der Rückseite des Gerätes, aus der externen Stomversorgung (falls dies möglich
ist) oder aus der Wandsteckdose ziehen.

Schutz des Netzkabels • Netzkabel sollten stets so verlegt werden, daß sie nicht im Weg liegen und

niemand darauf treten kann oder Objekte darauf- oder unmittelbar dagegengestellt werden
können.

Wartung • Alle Wartungsmaßnahmen sollten nur von qualifiziertem Servicepersonal durchgeführt

werden. Die internen Komponenten des Gerätes sind wartungsfrei. Zur Vermeidung eines
elektrischen Schocks versuchen Sie in keinem Fall, dieses Gerät selbst öffnen, da beim Entfernen
der Abdeckungen die Gefahr eines elektrischen Schlags und/oder andere Gefahren bestehen.

Schlitze und Öffnungen • Wenn das Gerät Schlitze oder Löcher im Gehäuse aufweist, dienen diese

zur Vermeidung einer Überhitzung der empfindlichen Teile im Inneren. Diese Öffnungen dürfen
niemals von anderen Objekten blockiert werden.

Litium-Batterie • Explosionsgefahr, falls die Batterie nicht richtig ersetzt wird. Ersetzen Sie

verbrauchte Batterien nur durch den gleichen oder einen vergleichbaren Batterietyp, der auch
vom Hersteller empfohlen wird. Entsorgen Sie verbrauchte Batterien bitte gemäß den
Herstelleranweisungen.

Advertencia

Alimentación eléctrica • Este equipo debe conectarse únicamente a la fuente/tipo de alimentación

eléctrica indicada en el mismo. La alimentación eléctrica de este equipo debe provenir de un
sistema de distribución general con conductor neutro a tierra. La tercera pata (puesta a tierra) es
una medida de seguridad, no puentearia ni eliminaria.

Desconexión de alimentación eléctrica • Para desconectar con seguridad la acometida de

alimentación eléctrica al equipo, desenchufar todos los cables de alimentación en el panel trasero
del equipo, o desenchufar el módulo de alimentación (si fuera independiente), o desenchufar el
cable del receptáculo de la pared.

Protección del cables de alimentación • Los cables de alimentación eléctrica se deben instalar en

lugares donde no sean pisados ni apretados por objetos que se puedan apoyar sobre ellos.

Reparaciones/mantenimiento • Solicitar siempre los servicios técnicos de personal calificado. En el

interior no hay partes a las que el usuario deba acceder. Para evitar riesgo de electrocución, no
intentar personalmente la reparación/mantenimiento de este equipo, ya que al abrir o extraer las
tapas puede quedar expuesto a voltajes peligrosos u otros riesgos.

Ranuras y aberturas • Si el equipo posee ranuras o orificios en su caja/alojamiento, es para evitar el

sobrecalientamiento de componentes internos sensibles. Estas aberturas nunca se deben obstruir
con otros objetos.

Batería de litio • Existe riesgo de explosión si esta batería se coloca en la posición incorrecta. Cambiar

esta batería únicamente con el mismo tipo (o su equivalente) recomendado por el fabricante.
Desachar las baterías usadas siguiendo las instrucciones del fabricante.

Quick Start — SGS 408

Installation

Step 1

Install the four rubber feet on the bottom of the
SGS 408 switcher, or mount the switcher in a
rack (1).

Step 2

Turn off power to the input and output
devices, and remove the power cords from
them.

Step 3

Attach the input and output devices to the
switcher (3A).

Input options (3B) are:

• Component Y, R-Y, B-Y (connect Y, R-Y,
and B-Y)

• RGsB (connected to R, G, and B)

• RGBS (connected to R, G, B, and H/HV)

• RGBHV (connected to R, G, B, H/HV, and
V).

Output options are RGBS, RGBHV, and DVI-D
(if the DVI option is installed).

The program output displays the image seen
by the audience. The preview output displays
the image that will be switched next.

Step 4

If desired, attach an RCP 1000 remote control
panel to the XLR connector on the rear of the
SGS 408.

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Step 5

If desired, attach an ECP 1000 event control
panel to the RS-232 connector on the rear of
the SGS 408.

Step 6

Plug the switcher, input devices, and output
devices into a grounded AC source, and turn
on the input and output devices.

Step 7

Use the LCD screens to configure the scaler
(see the next page).

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R/R-Y

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(input only)

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Quick Start — SGS 408, cont’d

Adjusting an Image

From the default screen, press the indicated button. To adjust the preview image, press the button
again.

Button Right adjustment knob Left adjustment knob

Center Move image horizontally Move image vertically
Size Adjust image width Adjust image height
Filter Select horizontal filter Select vertical filter
Level Adjust image brightness Adjust image contrast

Configuring the Switcher

From the default screen, press the Menu button.

Button Right adjustment knob Left adjustment knob

Next — Press to display the next “page “ of configuration options.
Input Config Select input to be configured. Select video format.
Out Rate Select resolution. Select refresh rate or lock*.
Out Sync Select output sync format. Select output sync polarity.
Test Pattern Select output device. Select test pattern.
Exit — Press to exit the menu and return to default screen.
Edit Title — Press to display the title box options.
Prog Lock Turn program keylock on/off. N/A
LCD Adjust LCD screen contrast. Adjust LCD screen brightness.
Reset — Press to select reset of program, preview, program and preview, or system.
Edit Title (press ECP) — Press to toggle between title window or key effect.
Edit Title (press Center) Adjust horizontal shift. Adjust vertical shift.
Edit Title (press Size) Adjust title box width. Adjust title box height.
Edit Title (press reset) — Press Reset button to return title box to its original size and location.
System Reset — Press button again to reset all settings to their factory defaults.

* The output frame rate is locked to the frame rate of input #1.

Applying a Cut

1. Press the preview input button that corresponds to the input that you want to switch to.

2. Press the Cut button.

Setting Up an Effect

1. Press the Effect button that you want to program.

2. Turn the right adjustment knob until the name of the effect appears on the LCD.

3. Turn the left adjustment knob until the desired duration appears.

4. If the effect is a dissolve or title, press the Take button. If the effect is a standard, curtain, plus, or

square wipe, press the desired transition button.

Applying an Effect

1. Press the preview input button that corresponds to the input that you want to switch to.

2. Press the Effect button for the desired effect. (If it is already lit, you do not need to press it.)

3. Verify that the selected effect and transition, as displayed in the upper right corner of the LCD

screen, are correct.

4. If desired, override the duration by turning the left adjustment knob.

5. When you want the effect to occur, press the Take button.

6. If you are applying a title, when you want the title to end, press the Take button again.

SGS 408 • Quick StartQS-2

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 • Introduction ...................................................................................................... 1-1

About the SGS 408 ............................................................................................................ 1-2

Features................................................................................................................................... 1-2

Chapter 2 • Installation ......................................................................................................... 2-1

Rear Panel Connectors .................................................................................................... 2-2

Installation ............................................................................................................................ 2-2

Mounting the switcher .................................................................................................... 2-3

Rack mounting .............................................................................................................. 2-3

Tabletop/desktop mounting.......................................................................................... 2-4

Cabling ............................................................................................................................... 2-4

Genlocking Video Inputs for Accu-RATE Frame Lock

Attaching an RCP 1000 ..................................................................................................... 2-6

Attaching an ECP 1000 ..................................................................................................... 2-6

Cable Pinouts ....................................................................................................................... 2-7

XLR cable pinouts ............................................................................................................. 2-7

Making an RCP comm cable .......................................................................................... 2-8

DVI cable pinouts ............................................................................................................. 2-8

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Chapter 3 • Operation ............................................................................................................ 3-1

Front Panel Controls ........................................................................................................ 3-2

Default Screen ..................................................................................................................... 3-3

Configuring the SGS 408 ............................................................................................... 3-4

Selecting the input configuration .................................................................................. 3-5

Selecting the output rate ................................................................................................ 3-6

Selecting the output sync format and polarity ............................................................ 3-6

Selecting a test pattern .................................................................................................... 3-7

Changing the title settings .............................................................................................. 3-8

Setting the program keylock ........................................................................................ 3-10

Setting the LCD appearance .......................................................................................... 3-11

Performing a reset .......................................................................................................... 3-11

Using the Image Controls ........................................................................................... 3-13

Centering an image ........................................................................................................ 3-13

Sizing an image .............................................................................................................. 3-13

Filtering an image .......................................................................................................... 3-14

Adjusting contrast and brightness ................................................................................ 3-14

Selecting an Input ........................................................................................................... 3-15

Freezing an input ........................................................................................................... 3-15

Using the Black button .................................................................................................. 3-16

Applying a cut ................................................................................................................. 3-16

Applying other effects ................................................................................................... 3-16

Available effects ......................................................................................................... 3-16

Setting up a new effect .............................................................................................. 3-19

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Table of Contents, cont’d

Implementing an established effect ........................................................................... 3-22

Implementing a title ................................................................................................... 3-23

Using executive mode .................................................................................................... 3-23

Optimizing the Image ................................................................................................... 3-24

Chapter 4 • Serial Communication ................................................................................ 4-1

RS-232 Programmer’s Guide ........................................................................................ 4-2

SGS-initiated messages ..................................................................................................... 4-2

SGS error responses .......................................................................................................... 4-3

Using the command/response table ............................................................................... 4-3

Command/response table ................................................................................................ 4-4

Advanced instructions ...................................................................................................... 4-7

Control Software for Windows ................................................................................. 4-7

Installing the software ..................................................................................................... 4-7

Using the software ........................................................................................................... 4-8

Chapter 5 • Troubleshooting ............................................................................................. 5-1

If the image does not appear .......................................................................................... 5-2

If the image is not displayed correctly .......................................................................... 5-2

If the switcher does not respond to controls ................................................................ 5-2

Appendix A • Specifications .............................................................................................. A-1

Appendix B • Reference Information ..........................................................................B-1

Upgrades and Repairs ..................................................................................................... B-2

Internal access ................................................................................................................... B-2

Installing the DVI connector option ............................................................................... B-2

Replacing the AC fuse ......................................................................................................B-3

Installing a firmware update .......................................................................................... B-4

Part Numbers ....................................................................................................................... B-6

Related part numbers .......................................................................................................B-6

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SGS 408 Switcher

Chapter One

1

Introduction

About the SGS 408

Features

Introduction, cont’d

Introduction

About the SGS 408

The Extron SGS 408 is an eight-input, high resolution, component video and
RGB video matrix switcher. It provides seamless cuts, dissolves, wipes, and
titles, as well as scaling capabilities, to bring professionalism and style to live
multimedia events and presentations. The SGS 408 allows analog component
video, RGsB, RGBS, and RGBHV signals to be displayed on a device with a fixed
resolution and aspect ratio, such as an LCD (liquid crystal display) projector,
DLP (digital light processing) projector, plasma display, or DVI (digital visual
interface) device.

The SGS 408 provides up to five outputs. Three of these outputs show the
program output, which is the picture the audience sees. One of these outputs
uses an optional DVI connector. Two outputs show the preview image, allowing
the switch operator to view the images before they are sent to the program
output.

Seamless switching allows switching between sources without a loss of sync.
You can connect the SGS 408 to an Extron RCP 1000 remote control panel. You

can also connect up to three SGS 408 switchers to one Extron ECP 1000 event
control panel.

Features

The SGS 408 provides the following features:

• Executive mode — Locks out all front panel functions. When executive mode is

enabled, all functions are available through RS-232 commands.

• Freeze mode — Locks the output display to the current image. Two freeze

buttons allow independent control of the program and preview images.

• Inputs — Include eight sets of BNC inputs for component video, RGsB (sync

on green), RGBS (composite sync), and RGBHV.

• LCD menu display — Provides access to several menus that control the image

display.

• Memory presets — Provide 16 auto-recall memory locations per input that

store sizing, centering, and filtering information for the incoming
frequency.

• Outputs — Output video as RGBS or RGBHV. Two sets of BNC connectors

and two 15-pin HD connectors are provided. One set of BNC connectors
and one 15-pin HD connector displays the program image, and the other
set of BNC connectors and 15-pin HD connector display the preview
image. In addition, a DVI connector for DVI-D output of the program
image is available as an option.

• Output resolutions — The SGS 408 scales images to the following output

resolutions:

• 640 x 480 (VGA) at 50 Hz, 60 Hz, 75 Hz, and lock*

• 800 x 600 (SVGA) at 50 Hz, 60 Hz, 75 Hz, and lock*

• 832 x 624 (Macintosh) at 60 Hz, 75 Hz, and lock*

• 848 x 480 (plasma) at 60 Hz, and lock*

• 852 x 480 (plasma) at 60 Hz, and lock*

• 1024 x 768 (XGA) at 50 Hz, 60 Hz, 75 Hz, and lock*

• 1280 x 768 (plasma) at 56 Hz, and lock*

• 1280 x 1024 (SXGA) at 50 Hz, 60 Hz, and lock*

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• 1360 x 765 (plasma) at 60 Hz, and lock*

• 1365 x 1024 (plasma) at 60 Hz, and lock*

• 1400 x 1050 (SXGA+) at 50 Hz, 60 Hz, and lock*

• 576p (Progressive PAL) at 50 Hz, and lock*

• 720p (HDTV) at 50 Hz, 60 Hz, and lock*

• 1080p (HDTV) at 50 Hz, 60 Hz, and lock*

• 1080i (HDTV) at 50 Hz, 60 Hz, and lock*

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* See Accu-RATE Frame Lock

below.

• Power supply — Includes an internal, 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz,

autoswitchable power supply.

• RS-232 control — Provides control for third-party remote control of features

and functions that can be programmed by using Extron’s SIS™ (Simple
Instruction Set™) or Extron’s control software for Windows. The RS-232 port
also provides communication between the SGS 408 and an Extron ECP 1000
event control panel.

• RCP port — Supports an Extron RCP 1000, which allows the switch operator

to control the switcher from a remote location.

• Transitions — Control the type of switch that will occur between the preview

and program outputs. The cut button creates an instant switch between
the preview and program outputs. The effect buttons allow the switcher
operator to choose from among four predefined effects.

• Accu-RATE Frame Lock

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which is associated with scaling, especially when motion video is
involved, and occurs when the input frame rate is slower or faster than the
output frame rate and part of the old frame and part of the new frame are
displayed at the same time during a refresh cycle. The Extron Accu-RATE
Frame Lock sets and locks the output frame rate to the input frame rate of a
designated input and produces a tear-free output in a seamless switching
system.

• Centering and sizing — Allow the output to be centered or sized, both

horizontally and vertically.

• Brightness and contrast controls — Adjust the brightness and contrast of an

input.

• Horizontal and vertical filtering — Provides up to eight levels of horizontal

and eight levels of vertical filter control. These operator-selectable filtering
controls ensure image sharpness and ensure that no picture detail is
dropped.

• Test patterns — Allow the switcher operator to determine whether the

switcher is set up properly before an image is available. The test patterns
also help with projector setup.

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Introduction, cont’d

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SGS 408 Switcher

Chapter Two

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Installation

Rear Panel Connectors

Installation

Cable Pinouts

Installation, cont’d

Installation

Rear Panel Connectors

Front panel features are shown on page 3-2.

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AC power connector — One standard AC power connector attaches the
switcher to any power source from 100VAC to 240VAC, operating at 50 or
60 Hz.

Input connectors — Eight sets of five BNC female connectors for
component video, RGsB, RGBS, and RGBHV input devices.

Output BNC connectors — Two sets of five BNC female connectors for
output to RGBS or RGBHV devices. One set of connectors is dedicated to
the program image, and one set to the preview image.

RCP port — One 4-pin female XLR connector that allows you to attach the
RCP 1000 remote control panel to the SGS 408. Refer to the RCP 1000 User’s
Manual for more information.

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Installation

To install the switcher, follow these general steps:

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RS-232 connector — One 9-pin D female connector that allows you to
attach an ECP 1000 event control panel, a computer, or controlling device
for remote control of the switcher.

DVI output connector (optional) — One DVI connector that allows you to
attach the switcher to a DVI output device. The connector is dedicated to
the program image.

Output 15-pin HD connectors — Two connectors for output to RGBS or
RGBHV devices. One connector is dedicated to the program image, and
one to the preview image. The connectors receive the same signals as the
output BNC connectors.

If desired, mount the switcher in a rack (see “Mounting the switcher” on
page 2-3). Otherwise, install the rubber feet (see “Tabletop/desktop
placement” on page 2-4).

Turn off power to the input and output devices, and unplug the power
cables from them.

Attach the input and output devices to the switcher. See “Cabling” on page
2-4.

SGS 408 Switcher • Installation2-2

If desired, attach a computer or other control device to the RS-232 connector.

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If desired, attach an RCP 1000 remote control panel. See “Attaching an

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RCP 1000” on page 2-6.

If desired, attach an ECP 1000 event control panel. See “Attaching an

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ECP 1000” on page 2-6.

Plug the switcher, input devices, and output devices into a grounded AC

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source.

Turn on the input and output devices.

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Use the LCD menu screens to configure the switcher. See “Configuring the

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SGS 408” on page 3-4.

The image from each input device should appear on the output devices, and

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you should be able to switch from one input device to another. If this does
not happen, double check steps 3 and 4 and make adjustments as needed. See
chapter 5 for additional assistance.

Mounting the switcher

The switcher ships with four uninstalled rubber feet. If you are going to rack
mount the switcher, do so before cabling it, and do not install the rubber feet. If
you are not rack mounting the switcher, skip to “Tabletop/desktop mounting”
on the following page.

Rack mounting

To rack mount the switcher, use two screws on each end of the switcher to attach
the switcher to the rack. See figure 2-2.

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Figure 2-2 — Mounting the switcher

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Installation, cont’d

Tabletop/desktop mounting

For tabletop or desktop placement, install the self-adhesive rubber feet/pads
(provided) onto the four corners of the bottom of the enclosure.

Cabling

Up to eight input devices that produce component video, RGsB, RGBS, or
RGBHV signals, can be connected to the switcher. The switcher can be
connected to up to four output devices (two program and two preview) that
accept RGBS or RGBHV signals, and, optionally, to one program output device
that accepts DVI signals.

To cable the switcher, do the following:

1. Use BNC connectors to attach cables from the input devices to the switcher.

Figure 2-3 shows the connection options.

R/R-Y

G/Y

B/B-Y

Component

R/R-Y

G/Y G/Y G/Y

B/B-Y

RGsB

(input only)

R/R-Y

B/B-Y B/B-Y

RGBS RGBHV

R/R-Y

Figure 2-3 — Input connections

2. Use BNC connectors, 15-pin HD connectors, or a DVI connector to attach

cables from the switcher to the output devices. Figure 2-4 shows the
connection options.

15-pin HD

RGBS RGBHV

DVI-D

Figure 2-4 — Output connections

Figure 2-5 shows a typical system installation and its cable connections.
See the next chapter, “Operation”, for information on configuring and using the

switcher.

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Up to 8 Inputs

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Genlocking Video Inputs for Accu-RATE Frame Lock™

All video inputs to the SGS 408 should be genlocked for Accu-RATE Frame Lock
to work properly. In the example below (figure 2-6), a DVD player must be
attached to input #1 through a time base corrector for the proper sync signal
during Accu-RATE Frame Locking. Any other genlocked input devices will then
be correctly synced to input #1.

Program

Monitor

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DVD Player

Black Burst
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Time Base
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Installation, cont’d

Attaching an RCP 1000

To attach an RCP 1000 remote control panel to an SGS 408 switcher, plug one
end of the RCP comm cable (provided with the RCP 1000) into the 4-pin male
XLR connector (labeled “To SGS”) on the back of the RCP 1000, and plug the
other end of the cable into the 4-pin female XLR connector (labeled “RCP”) on the
back of the SGS 408.

Figure 2-7 shows a typical SGS 408/RCP 1000 application.
For more information about the RCP 1000 remote control panel, refer to the

RCP 1000 User’s Manual.

Projector

DVD Player

Up to 8 Inputs

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Figure 2-7 — SGS 408 and RCP 1000

Attaching an ECP 1000

To attach an ECP 1000 event control panel to an SGS 408 switcher, plug an ECP
comm cable (provided with the ECP 1000) between a 9-pin D sub SGS connector
on the ECP 1000 and the RS-232 connector on the SGS 408.

Up to three SGS 408 switchers can be connected to an ECP 1000.

Figure 2-8 (on the next page) shows a typical SGS 408/ECP 1000 application.
For more information about the ECP 1000 event control panel, refer to the

ECP 1000 User’s Manual.

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Cable Pinouts

XLR cable pinouts

The XLR connector (figure 2-9) uses the following pinouts:

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Figure 2-9 — XLR connector

2-7SGS 408 Switcher • Installation

Installation, cont’d

Making an RCP comm cable

Use the following guidelines to make an RCP cable:

• At one end, attach a female 4-pin XLR connector.

• At the other end, attach a male 4-pin XLR connector.

• Connect pins straight through.

• Use at least 18 gauge wire paired with 20 gauge wire for power (pin 1), 18
gauge wire paired with 20 gauge wire for ground (pin 4), and 20 gauge
twisted-pair wire for communications (attach one pair to pin 3 and the
other pair to pin 4).

• The cable can be up to 1000 feet (304.8 meters) long.

• Power is supplied by the SGS 408.

DVI cable pinouts

The optional DVI connector (figure 2-10) uses the following pinouts:

Pin Signal Pin Signal Pin Signal

1 TMDS data 2– 9 TMDS data 1+ 17 TMDS data 0–
2 TMDS data 2+ 10 TMDS data 1+ 18 TMDS data 0+
3 TMDS data 2/4 shield 11 TMDS data 1/3 shield 19 TMDS data 0/5 shield
4 TMDS data 4– 12 TMDS data 3– 20 TMDS data 5–
5 TMDS data 4+ 13 TMDS data 3+ 21 TMDS data 5+
6 DDC clock 14 +5 V power 22 TMDS clock shield
7 DDC data 15 Ground (+5 V, analog 23 TMDS clock +

8 Analog vertical sync 16 Hot plug detect 24 TMDS clock–

H/V sync

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17

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Figure 2-10 — DVI connector

SGS 408 Switcher • Installation2-8

SGS 408 Switcher

Chapter Three

3

Operation

Front Panel Controls

Default Screen

Configuring the SGS 408

Using the Image Controls

Selecting an Input

Optimizing the Image

Operation, cont’d

Operation

Front Panel Controls

Rear panel features are shown on page 2-2.

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Program input selection buttons — Allow the system operator to view the

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image switch as it happens.

Freeze — Locks the output display to the image that is currently displayed

on the program output. When the freeze function is enabled, the
button is lit.

When an image is frozen, an effect switch can still occur. When the
output is switched, the freeze command stays in effect.

To unfreeze the image, press the Freeze button.

If an image is frozen when a different input button on the same row
(program or preview) is selected or if the unit loses power, the image
unfreezes.

Black — Causes a black screen to be displayed. The black screen can be

switched by applying a cut or another effect. A black input cannot be
frozen. When black is selected, the current input button will
continually flash.

1 – 8 — Selects the corresponding input to be displayed. Normally, you

will not use these buttons during a show. If a program input selection
button is pressed, the resulting switch is not seamless.

Preview input selection buttons — Allow the system operator to select the

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preview image.

Freeze — Locks the output display to the image that is currently displayed

on the preview output. When the freeze function is enabled, the
button is lit.

When an image is frozen, an effect switch can still occur. When the
output is switched, the freeze command stays in effect.

To unfreeze the image, press the Freeze button.

If an image is frozen when a different input button on the same row
(program or preview) is selected or if the unit loses power, the image
unfreezes.

Black — Causes a black screen to be displayed. The black screen can be

switched by applying a cut or another effect. The black input cannot
be frozen. When black is selected, the current input button will flash.

1 – 8 — Allow you to select the preview input device. The button is lit

while the input is active.

SGS 408 Switcher • Operation3-2

RCP communication LEDs — Light to indicate that the SGS 408 is

8 XXX.XX KHz XX.XX Hz Title
4 XXX.XX KHz XX.XX Hz Window

1280 X 1024 @ 60 Hz
True(DVI) only 3.4 Seconds

Menu Center Size Filter Level

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communicating with an optional RCP 1000 remote control panel. When the
SGS 408 is transmitting data to the RCP 1000, the Tx LED is lit. When the
SGS 408 is receiving data from the RCP 1000, the Rx LED is lit.

Transition buttons — Control the type of switch that will occur between the

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program and preview outputs.

Cut button — Initiates an immediate seamless switch between the
program and preview images.

Take button — Initiates the effect switch specified by the effects
buttons.

Effects buttons — Store the effect, transition, and duration of
transition effects. The effects can have a transition time of 0.2 to 5
seconds.

Control buttons — Control navigation within the LCD screen. In addition,

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these buttons control executive mode.

Leftmost and rightmost buttons — Enable and disable executive
mode. To invoke executive mode, from the default screen press and
hold these buttons simultaneously for 2 seconds.

To disable executive mode, again press and hold these buttons
simultaneously for 2 seconds.

LCD screen — Displays configuration menus and status information. The

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rest of this chapter provides detailed information about the features that are
available from the LCD screen.

Adjustment knobs — Allow you to make adjustments to menu features.

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For example, if the brightness and contrast level menu is active, turning the
right adjustment knob changes the brightness level, and turning the left
adjustment knob changes the contrast level.

Default Screen

Figure 3-2 — LCD default screen

Program row — Displays the active program’s input number, horizontal

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frequency, and vertical frequency.

Preview row — Displays the active preview’s input number, horizontal

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frequency, and vertical frequency.

Output rate — Displays the scaled resolution and refresh rate of the output.

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Scaled enhancement — Displays the scaled output which is set to either

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True DVI or Enhanced.

3-3SGS 408 Switcher • Operation

Operation, cont’d

Controls — Display the available controls. The configuration options are

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available by pressing the Menu button. See “Configuring the SGS 408”
below.

Current duration — Displays the currently selected effect’s duration.

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Current effect — Displays the effect and transition that are specified for the

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active input. See “Applying other effects” on page 3-16 for details.

Configuring the SGS 408

To access all the configuration options, you must first enter the LCD menu
system. The default LCD menu appears on power up (figure 3-3).

8 XXX.XX KHz XX.XX Hz Title
4 XXX.XX KHz XX.XX Hz Window

1280 X 1024 @ 60 Hz
True(DVI) only 3.4 Seconds

Menu Center Size Filter Level

Figure 3-3 — The default LCD menu

To display the first submenu of configuration options (figure 3-4), press the Menu
button.

Input Out Out Test

Next Config Rate Sync Pattern

Figure 3-4 — Displaying first submenu of options

To display the second submenu of configuration options (figure 3-5), press the
Next button.

Edit Prog

Exit Title Lock LCD Reset

Figure 3-5 — Displaying second submenu of options

Press the Exit button to return to the default menu (figure 3-3).

The LCD will always return to the default menu after 16 seconds of
inactivity in any submenu except when in Executive mode.

SGS 408 Switcher • Operation3-4

Selecting the input configuration

To select the input configuration, do the following:

1. Press the Menu button.

2. Press the Input Config button (figure 3-6).

1280 x 1024
60 Hz
Input Out Out Test

Next Config Rate Sync Pattern

Figure 3-6 — Selecting the input configuration menu

3. Using the right adjustment knob, select the input (figure 3-7). Both the

program and preview outputs will display the selected input for
adjustments.

4. Using the left adjustment knob, select the video type: RGB, SMPTE, YUV

HDTV, BETA 60, or BETA 50 (figure 3-7).

Matrix Beta Luma/ SMPTE
ITU cam SetupIccamamnput
601 Offonfg .700V/Off Exit

Input #1

Figure 3-7 — Input configuration menu

5. When an input is configured for RGB, separate phasing adjustments for the

program and preview outputs can be made. To properly adjust the input
phase, the input should be the same resolution as the output of the SGS 408
and an alternating pixel pattern should be used.

Adjustments can only be made to the inputs currently displayed. The
values can be adjusted by pressing the button under the corresponding
direction. The available range is 0 to 31 and the default is 16 (figure 3-8).

It is important that input phase adjustments are done while viewing the
same input on both the program and preview outputs. This is to ensure that
both scalers are properly phased for each input.

Input #1
Program Preview RGB
Phase PhaseIccamamnput
<< 16 >> << 16on1>> Exit

Figure 3-8 — Input configuration menu

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6. Depending on the input type, color matrix, Beta-cam control, and Luma/

Setup control can be set by pressing the button below each control
(figure 3-7). Color matrix control may be set to either the ITU 601 or ITU 709
standard, Beta-cam control may be set on or off, and Luma/Setup control
may be set to either .700V or .714V, on or off.

There are four preset component video types available for selection. The
settings for each control can be changed by pressing the button below it. If
needed, a custom component setting may be made.

7. To return to the default LCD menu, press the Exit button, then press the

Next button, then press the Exit button, or wait 16 seconds until the
submenu times out.

Selecting the output rate

To select the output rate, do the following:

1. Press the Menu button.

2. Press the Out Rate button (figure 3-9).

True(DVI) only 1280 x 1024

Input Out Out Test

Next Config Rate Sync Pattern

60 Hz

Figure 3-9 — Selecting the output rate

3. To select the output resolution, turn the right adjustment knob. The

following output rates are available:
640 x 480

800 x 600
832 x 624
848 x 480

1

at 50 Hz;

1,2,3,4

1,2,3,4

2,3,4

2,4

2

at 60 Hz;

rate of input 1;

852 x 480
1024 x 768
1280 x 768
1280 x 1024

5

at 56 Hz

2,4

1,2,3,4

4,5

3

at 75 Hz;

1,2,4

1360 x 765
1365 x 1024
1400 x 1050
576p

4

locked to the current vertical refresh

2,4

2,4

1,2,4

1,4

720p
1080i
1080p

2,4

1,2,4

2,4

4. To select the refresh rate, turn the left adjustment knob. The available

refresh rates depend on the output resolution. The locking feature will lock
the output rate to the vertical refresh rate of input 1.

5. Pressing the Output Rate button allows the scaler to be set to True DVI or

Enhanced mode. True DVI is only available for resolutions of 1024 x 768
and above. When using the optional DVI output card, control must be set to
True DVI.

6. To return to the default LCD menu, press the Next button, then press the

Exit button, or wait 16 seconds until the submenu times out.

Selecting the output sync format and polarity

To select the output sync format, do the following:

1. Press the Menu button.

2. Press the Out Sync button (figure 3-10).

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RGBHV

Input Out Out Test

Next Config Rate Sync Pattern

Figure 3-10 — Selecting the output sync format

3. To select the output sync format, turn the right adjustment knob. The

following formats are available:
RGBS

RGBHV

4. If RGBHV is selected, you can select the polarity. (Otherwise, both

horizontal polarity and vertical polarity are negative.) To select the polarity,
turn the left adjustment knob. The following options are available:

Horizontal negative, vertical negative
Horizontal positive, vertical negative
Horizontal negative, vertical positive
Horizontal positive, vertical positive

5. To return to the default LCD menu, press the Next button, then press the

Exit button, or wait 16 seconds until the submenu times out.

Selecting a test pattern

To select the test pattern, do the following:

H Pos V Neg

1. Press the Menu button.

2. Press the Test Pattern button (figure 3-11).

Program & Preview

Input Out Out Test

Next Config Rate Sync Pattern

Color Bars

Figure 3-11 — Selecting the test pattern

3. To select the screen on which to show the test pattern, turn the right

adjustment knob. The following options are available:
None

Preview
Program
Program and preview

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Center

Cross Hatch

Alternating Pixels

Crop

Color Bars

Grayscale

4. To select the test pattern you want to display, turn the left adjustment knob.

Figure 3-12 shows the image displayed by each test pattern.
Color bars — Used in troubleshooting any RGB problems.

Cross hatch — Used in converging displays.
Grayscale — Used in setting color balance. This pattern is especially

Crop — Used in ensuring that the images on all displays fill the screen,

Alternating pixels — Used in setting up a digital display.

Figure 3-12 — Test patterns

5. To return to the default LCD menu, press the Next button, then press the

Exit button, or wait 16 seconds until the submenu times out.

helpful in matching all the screens in a multiple-screen event.

are centered, and are the same size.

Changing the title settings

To make changes to the title setting, do the following:

1. Press the Menu button.

2. Press the Next button

3. Press the Edit Title button (figure 3-13). The title box submenu is displayed

and the title box appears on the program output.

Edit Prog

Exit Title Lock LCD Reset

Figure 3-13 — Selecting the Edit Title button

4. The title box submenu is displayed (figure 3-14). The Center button is

selected by default.

H Shift 0526

ECP

Size Reset Take

Key

Center

V Shift 0316

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Figure 3-14 — Title box submenu

5. Pressing the leftmost ECP control button toggles between Window and Key

(figure 3-15). This determines the function of the Title button on the
ECP 1000.

ECP Window will display the Program input in the foreground and the
smaller Preview title box “cutout” in the background.

ECP Key will overlap user defined Preview titlebox text over the Program
input.

H Shift 0606

ECP

Size Reset Take

Window

Center

V Shift 0341

Figure 3-15 — ECP control

6. To move the title box in the display, press the Center button if it has not

already been selected by default (figure 3-16).
a. To move the vertical location of the title, turn the left adjustment knob.

The V Shift adjustment ranges from 0 to 332.

b. To move the horizontal location of the title, turn the right adjustment

knob. The H Shift adjustment ranges from 0 to 594.

H Shift 0526

ECP

Size Reset Take

Key

Center

V Shift 0316

Figure 3-16 — Centering the title box

7. To change the size of the title box, press the Size button (figure 3-17).
a. To adjust the vertical size of the title, turn the left adjustment knob. The

V Size adjustment ranges from 0 to 387.

b. To adjust the horizontal size of the title, turn the right adjustment knob.

The H Size adjustment ranges from 0 to

H Size 0315

ECP

685.

Center Size Reset Take

Window

V Size 0245

Figure 3-17 — Sizing the title box

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8. To return the title its original location and size, press the Reset button

(figure 3-18).

H Size 0315

ECP

Center Size Reset Take

Window

V Size 0245

Figure 3-18 — Resetting the title box submenu controls

9. To return to the default screen, press the Take button (figure 3-19), then

press the Exit button (figure 3-20), or wait 16 seconds until the submenu
times out.

H Size 0315

ECP

Center Size Reset Take

Window

V Size 0245

Figure 3-19 — Returning to the previous submenu

Edit Prog

Exit Title Lock LCD Reset

Figure 3-20 — Returning to the default menu

Setting the program keylock

The program keylock control disables the program input buttons. This prevents
anyone from accidentally switching directly to a program input, which would
not be a seamless switch.

To set the program keylock, do the following:

1. From the default menu, press the Menu button, then the Next button, then

the Prog Lock button (figure 3-21).

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Edit Prog

Exit Title Lock LCD Reset

Backlight 095

Contrast 128

Edit Prog

Exit Title Lock LCD Reset

Figure 3-21 — Setting the program keylock

2. To turn the program keylock on or off, turn the right adjustment knob.

3. To return to the default screen, press the Exit button. or wait 16 seconds

until the submenu times out.

Setting the LCD appearance

To adjust the appearance of the LCD menu, do the following:

1. From the default menu, press the Menu button, then the Next button, then

the LCD button (figure 3-22).

Program Keylock ON

Figure 3-22 — Setting the LCD appearance

2. To adjust the backlight intensity of the LCD menu, turn the left adjustment

knob. The backlight adjustment ranges from 15 to 239.

3. To adjust the contrast of the LCD menu, turn the right adjustment knob.

The contrast adjustment ranges from 15 to 239.

4. To return to the default screen, press the Exit button, or wait 16 seconds

until the submenu times out.

Performing a reset

A reset can be performed on the program inputs, the preview inputs, both
program and preview inputs, or the entire system. To perform a reset, do the
following:

1. From the default menu, press the Menu button, then the Next button, then

the Reset button (figure 3-23).

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Edit Prog

Exit Title Lock LCD Reset

Figure 3-23 — Performing a reset

2. From the reset submenu, select either preview reset (PRE), program reset

(PRG), both preview and program reset (Both), system reset (System), or
escape (ESC) to return to the previous submenu (figure 3-24).

!! CAUTION - RESETS ACTIVE !!

Select Which to Reset

PRE PRG Both System ESC

Figure 3-24 — Selecting the reset type

3. If System is selected, the system reset submenu is displayed (figure 3-25).

Press the System button to reset the system, or press the ESC (escape) button
to cancel the system reset and return to the previous menu, or wait for the
16-second timeout to return to the default menu.

!! SYSTEM RESET CONFIRM !!

Press "System" to Confirm

System ESC

Figure 3-25 — Selecting the system reset

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Using the Image Controls

The LCD front panel controls allow you to make adjustments to the displayed
image.

To access the image controls, press the button below the name of the control at
the bottom of the LCD screen (see item 5 in figure 3-2). The first time the button is
pressed, the image control for the preview image is selected. Pressing the same
control button a second time will select the program image.

After you have selected the desired control, the choices that are available for the
control appear. Turn the front panel adjustment knobs to adjust the item you
want to change. The right knob controls the top item, and the left knob controls
the bottom item.

Centering an image

To center an image, do the following:

1. From the default screen, press the Center button (figure 3-26). The preview

input is highlighted.

8 XXX.XX KHz XX.XX Hz Dissolve

4 XXX.XX KHz XX.XX Hz N/A

1280 X 1024 @ 60 Hz H Shift Max
True(DVI) only V Shift Def

Menu Center Size Filter Level

Figure 3-26 — Centering an image

2. If you want to center the program input, press the Center button again.

3. To adjust the vertical location of the image, turn the left adjustment knob.

To adjust the horizontal location of the image, turn the right adjustment
knob. The adjustment settings range from Min (lowest) to Max (highest). If
no input signal is present, V shift will indicate a Def (default) setting.

Sizing an image

To adjust the size of an image, do the following:

1. From the default screen, press the Size button (figure 3-27). The preview

input is highlighted.

2. If you want to size the program input, press the Size button again.

3. To change the vertical size (height) of the image, turn the left adjustment

knob. To change the horizontal size (width) of the image, turn the right
adjustment knob. The adjustment settings range from Min (lowest) to Max
(highest).

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8 XXX.XX KHz XX.XX Hz Dissolve

4 XXX.XX KHz XX.XX Hz N/A

1280 X 1024 @ 60 Hz H Size Def
True(DVI) only V Size Min

Menu Center Size Filter Level

Figure 3-27 — Sizing an image.

Filtering an image

To apply a filter to an image, do the following:

1. From the default screen, press the Filter button (figure 3-28). The preview

input is highlighted.

8 XXX.XX KHz XX.XX Hz Dissolve

4 XXX.XX KHz XX.XX Hz N/A

1280 X 1024 @ 60 Hz H Filter 2
True(DVI) only V Filter Def

Menu Center Size Filter Level

Figure 3-28 — Applying a filter to an image

2. If you want to apply a filter to the program input, press the Filter button

again.

3. To change the vertical filter, turn the left adjustment knob. Eight levels of

vertical filter are available where Def (0) is the default, then 1 thru 6, and
Max (7) is the maximum. Choose the filter that provides the most
improvement to the image detail.

4. To change the horizontal filter level, turn the right adjustment knob. Eight

levels of horizontal filter are available where Def (0) is the default, then 1
thru 6, and Max (7) is the maximum. Choose the filter that provides the
sharpest image.

Adjusting contrast and brightness

To adjust the contrast or brightness of an image, do the following:

1. From the default screen, press the Level button (figure 3-29). The preview

input is highlighted.

8 XXX.XX KHz XX.XX Hz Dissolve

4 XXX.XX KHz XX.XX Hz N/A

1280 X 1024 @ 60 Hz Bright Min
True(DVI) only Contrast +029

Menu Center Size Filter Level

Figure 3-29 — Adjusting contrast and brightness

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2. If you want to adjust the program input, press the Level button again.

3. To change the contrast, turn the left adjustment knob. The adjustment

ranges from Min (minimum), -015 to -001, Def (default), +001 to +015, then
Max (maximum).

To change the brightness, turn the right adjustment knob. The adjustment
ranges from Min (minimum), -031 to -001, Def (default), +001 to +015, then
Max (maximum).

Selecting an Input

When the SGS 408 is powered on, the program inputs default to the black output.
The program input selection buttons could be used to select inputs to the

program output, but the switch will not be seamless. You can lock out the
program input buttons, through a configuration menu option, to prevent
accidental switches to the program input (see “Setting the program keylock” on
page 3-10).

The preview input selection buttons are used to select an upcoming switch. After
the preview input has been selected, you can use the transition controls to
initiate a cut or another effect. After the cut or effect is initiated, you will see
either an instant cut between images or a smooth transition from the program
output to the preview output. The image that was being viewed on the preview
output is now viewed on the program output, and the image that was being
viewed on the program output is now being viewed on the preview output.

You can switch the program and preview inputs using a variety of techniques.
For a description of each technique, see the instructions in this section.

Freezing an input

The freeze function locks the output display to the current image. The program
input selection buttons include a Freeze button, as do the preview input selection
buttons.

To freeze an image, press the appropriate Freeze button, depending on whether
you are freezing the program image or the preview image.

When an image is frozen, a switch can still occur. When the outputs switch, the
freeze command stays in effect and follows the image to the program or preview
output, depending on which was frozen. For example, if the preview image was
frozen when a switch occurred, the preview image switches to the program
image, and the new program image is still frozen.

The freeze function is also available through RS-232 commands. See chapter 4
for more information.

To unfreeze an image, press the Freeze button again.
If an input is frozen when you select a different input from the same set (program

or preview set) of inputs, the image is no longer frozen.
If the SGS 408 were to lose power, the freeze function would turn off.

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Using the Black button

Each set of inputs (program or preview set) includes a Black button. Pressing the
Black button displays a black screen instead of an image (figure 3-30). The input
button which is currently selected will flash. The black screen can be cut or
transitioned to another image, in the same way as any other image. Pressing the
Black button a second time will deactivate the black screen and restore the
current input. A black image cannot be frozen.

Black Title
4 XXX.XX KHz XX.XX Hz Window

1280 X 1024 @ 60 Hz
True(DVI) only 3.4 Seconds

Menu Center Size Filter Level

Figure 3-30 — LCD after black button has been pressed

Applying a cut

A cut seamlessly replaces the program image with the preview image. No effect
is applied to the switch. As soon as the Cut button is pressed, the switch occurs.

To switch using a cut, do the following:

1. Press the preview input button that corresponds to the input that you want

to switch to.

2. Press the Cut button. The seamless switch takes effect immediately, and the

preview image becomes the current program image. The previous program
image will now become the current preview image.

Applying other effects

When an ECP 1000 is connected, all effect buttons except the Cut button are
disabled. All effect switching must be done through the ECP 1000.

Available effects

An effect determines what is seen when the switch is made. A transition
determines how the effect occurs: the direction in which the effect moves and the
duration during which the effect takes place.

The SGS 408 provides a wide variety of effects:

•A dissolve causes the program image to fade out while the preview image

fades in (figure 3-31).

Dissolve

Dissolve

Figure 3-31 — A dissolve effect

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•A standard wipe causes the preview image to appear to unroll over the

program image horizontally or vertically. A standard wipe can have either
hard (sharp) or soft (fuzzy) edges. The preview image can have the
following transitions (figure 3-32):

• From left to right

• From right to left

• From top to bottom

• From bottom to top

left to right right to left top to bottom bottom to top

Figure 3-32 — Standard wipe transitions

•A curtain wipe causes the preview image to appear to unroll over the program

image in two directions simultaneously. A curtain wipe can have either
hard (sharp) or soft (fuzzy) edges. The preview image can have the
following transitions (figure 3-33):

• In from the left and right edges of the screen to the center of the screen

• Out from the center of the screen to the left and right edges of the screen

• In from the top and bottom edges of the screen to the center of the
screen

• Out from the center of the screen to the top and bottom edges of the
screen.

Figure 3-33 — Curtain wipe effects

•A plus wipe causes the preview image to appear to unroll over the program

image in one of two transitions (figure 3-34):

• Starting in all four corner of the screen and moving in to the center of
the screen.

• Starting at the center of the screen and moving out to the corners of the
screen.

Figure 3-34 — Plus wipe effects

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•A square wipe causes the preview image to appear to unroll over the program

image in one of two transitions (figure 3-35):

• Starting at all four edges of the screen and moving in to the center of the

• Starting at the center of the screen and moving out to the edges of the

Figure 3-35 — Square wipe effects

•A title effect produces two different effects: ECP window and ECP key.

ECP window causes a predefined box in the program image to dissolve to
reveal the preview image (figure 3-36). The effect is as if the preview image
were located behind the program image, and a window in the program
image opens to show the preview image. When the effect ends, the preview
image disappears, and the program image is again intact (see “Changing
the title settings” on page 3-8 for information on defining the title box).

screen.

screen.

INPUT

MONITOR OUTPUT

BUFFERED LOCAL

H. SHIFT

MAC INTERFACE W

RGB 103 xi

/ADSP

Preview Program

INPUT

MONITOR OUTPUT
BUFFERED LOCAL

H. SHIFT

MAC INTERFACE W /ADSP

RGB 103 xi

Program

During Window Effect

Figure 3-36 — ECP window title effect

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ECP key causes any portion of the preview image which is over half
intensity (.35V) to be displayed with the program image. As an example,
by creating a preview image which is composed of white text on a black
background, the white text will be the only portion of the image which will
be keyed to the program image (figure 3-37).

Regional Sales

EXTRON

Preview Program

Regional Sales

EXTRON

Program

During Key Effect

Figure 3-37 — ECP key title effect

Setting up a new effect

When an ECP 1000 is connected, all effect buttons except the Cut button are
disabled. All effect switching must be done through the ECP 1000.

You can set up four effects in advance. To set up an effect, do the following:

1. Press the Effects button (1 - 4) that you want to program. The button lights

and remains lit until another effect button is pressed.

2. To select an effect, turn the right adjustment knob until the desired effect

name appears. The following effects menus are:

• Dissolve (figure 3-38)

• S wipe (soft standard wipe, figure 3-39)

• H wipe (hard standard wipe, figure 3-40)

• S curtains (soft curtains wipe, figure 3-41)

• H curtains (hard curtains wipe, figure 3-42)

• Plus wipe (figure 3-43)

• Square wipe (figure 3-44)

• Title (figure 3-45)

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8 XXX.XX KHz XX.XX Hz H Wipe
4 XXX.XX KHz XX.XX Hz Lt to Rt

1280 X 1024 @ 60 Hz Dissolve
True(DVI) only 3.4 Seconds

Take Esc

Select a transition

Figure 3-38 — Setting up the Dissolve effect

8 XXX.XX KHz XX.XX S Wipe
4 XXX.XX KHz XX.XX Hz Lt to Rt

1280 X 1024 @ 60 Hz S Wipe
True(DVI) only 3.4 Seconds
Left Right Top Bottom
Right Left Bottom Top Esc

Select a transition

Figure 3-39 — Setting up the S wipe effect

8 XXX.XX KHz XX.XX S Wipe
4 XXX.XX KHz XX.XX Hz Lt to Rt

1280 X 1024 @ 60 Hz H Wipe
True(DVI) only 3.4 Seconds
Left Right Top Bottom
Right Left Bottom Top Esc

Select duration

Select effect

Select duration

Select effect

Select duration

Select a transition

Select effect

Figure 3-40 — Setting up the H wipe effect

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8 XXX.XX KHz XX.XX Hz H Wipe
4 XXX.XX KHz XX.XX Hz Lt to Rt

1280 X 1024 @ 60 Hz S Curtains
True(DVI) only 3.4 Seconds

Horiz Horiz Vert Vert
In Out In Out Esc

Select a transition

Figure 3-41 — Setting up the S curtains effect

8 XXX.XX KHz XX.XX Hz H Wipe
4 XXX.XX KHz XX.XX Hz Lt to Rt

1280 X 1024 @ 60 Hz H Curtains
True(DVI) only 3.4 Seconds

Horiz Horiz Vert Vert
In Out In Out Esc

Select a transition

Select duration

Select effect

Select duration

Select effect

Figure 3-42 — Setting up the H curtains effect

8 XXX.XX KHz XX.XX Hz H Wipe
4 XXX.XX KHz XX.XX Hz Lt to Rt

1280 X 1024 @ 60 Hz Plus
True(DVI) only 3.4 Seconds

In Out Esc

Select a transition

Figure 3-43 — Setting up the Plus wipe effect

Select duration

Select effect

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8 XXX.XX KHz XX.XX Hz H Wipe
4 XXX.XX KHz XX.XX Hz Lt to Rt

1280 X 1024 @ 60 Hz Square
True(DVI) only 3.4 Seconds

In Out Esc

Select a transition

Select duration

Select effect

Figure 3-44 — Setting up the Square wipe effect

8 XXX.XX KHz XX.XX Hz H Wipe
4 XXX.XX KHz XX.XX Hz Lt to Rt

1280 X 1024 @ 60 Hz Title
True(DVI) only 3.4 Seconds

Window Key Esc

Select a transition

Select duration

Select effect

Figure 3-45 — Setting up the Title effect

3. To select a duration, turn the left adjustment knob until the desired duration

appears. The duration ranges from 0.2 seconds to 5.0 seconds in 0.1 second
increments.

Up to this point, you can cancel an effect by pressing the Esc button.

4. To select a transition, press its button (see “Available effects” on page 3-16).

The default screen appears.

The dissolve and title effects have no transitions to select. To accept the
effect, press the Take button.

Implementing an established effect

To implement an effect that has been set up (other than a title — see
“Implementing a title” on the next page), do the following:

1. Press the preview input button to display the preview image on the preview

monitor.

2. Press the Effect button for the desired effect. (If the button is already lit, you

do not need to press it.)

3. Verify that the selected effect and its transition, as displayed in the top right

of the default screen, are correct.

4. If desired, override the duration by turning the left adjustment knob.

5. When you want the effect to occur, press the Take button. The Take button

lights, the effect occurs during the time specified by the duration, and the
Take button light turns off.

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Implementing a title

To implement a title, do the following:

1. Press the preview input button to display the preview image on the preview

monitor.

2. Press the Effect button that has been programmed for the title. (If the button

is already lit, you do not need to press it.) The possible effects, as
previously described, are:

• Dissolve

• S wipe (soft wipe)

• H wipe (hard wipe)

• S curtains (soft curtains)

• H curtains (hard wipe)

• Plus

• Square wipe

• Title

3. Verify that “Title” appears in the top right of the default screen.

4. Press the control button for window or key depending on which title effect

is desired (see figures 3-36 and 3-37).

5. If desired, override the duration by turning the left adjustment knob.

6. When you want the title to begin, press the Take button. The portion of the

program image dissolves to reveal the title. The Take light remains on.

7. When you want to end the title, press the Take button again. The title

dissolves during the time specified by the duration, and the Take button
light turns off.

Using executive mode

Executive mode makes all functions unavailable. This is useful for situations in
which the switcher operator leaves equipment unattended.

To enable executive mode, from the LCD default screen press and hold the
leftmost and rightmost control buttons (Menu and Level) simultaneously for two
seconds. The screen shown in figure 3-46 appears.

8 XXX.XX KHz XX.XX Hz Title
4 XXX.XX KHz XX.XX Hz Key

1280 X 1024 @ 60 Hz
True(DVI) only 2.9 Seconds

Figure 3-46 — Enabling executive mode

When executive mode is enabled, all front panel buttons and controls are locked,
but the SGS 408 will still respond to RS-232 commands.

Executive Mode Enabled

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Operation, cont’d

To disable executive mode, press and hold the leftmost and rightmost menu
buttons for two seconds again.

Optimizing the Image

Follow the procedures in this section, in sequence, after you have installed the
SGS 408. This will help you to configure the switcher for the best settings for
your display environment. For information on test patterns, see “Selecting a test
pattern” on page 3-7.

If you have a multiscreen environment, perform these procedures for each output.

1. If the program output is a digital device, such as an LCD or DLP display,

use the alternating pixels test pattern to set up the projector.
If the program output is a CRT display, use the cross hatch test pattern to

converge the display.

2. Use the grayscale test pattern to set the color balance for all displays.

3. Use the crop test pattern to center the program image so that the top left

corner of the image is located at the top left corner of the display screen.
Perform the centering through the output device, and not through the
SGS 408 center control.

4. Use the program crop test pattern to size the program image so that it fills

the display screen. Perform the sizing through the output device, and not
through the SGS 408 size control.

5. Use the preview crop test pattern to size all sources through the SGS to fill

the crop pattern.

If all sources fill the crop pattern on the preview displays, and the crop
pattern fills the screen on the program displays, you will be guaranteed that
all images fill the screen, are centered, and are the same size.

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Chapter Four

4

Serial Communication

RS-232 Programmer’s Guide

Control Software for Windows

Serial Communication, cont’d

Serial Communication

The switcher’s RS-232 connector can be connected to the serial output port of a host
device such as an ECP 1000, a computer, or a control system. This connection
makes software control of the switcher possible. Figure 4-1 shows a switcher
RS-232 connection to a host serial port connector.

1

R

G

B

100-240

50/60 Hz

1.2A MAX.

H/HV

V

INPUTS

2

3

4

5

6

7

R

R

R

G

G

G

B

B

B

H/HV

H/HV

H/HV

V

V

V

8

R

R

R

R

G

G

G

G

B

B

B

B

H/HV

H/HV

H/HV

H/HV

V

V

V

V

PROGRAM

OUTPUTS

PREVIEW

PROGRAM

R

R

PREVIEW

PROGRAM

G

B

H/HV

V

DVI OUT

G

REMOTE

B

RCP

H/HV

V

PC Computer
RS-232
Control

Figure 4-1 — Switcher RS-232 to host connection

The RS-232 connector on the switcher is a 9-pin D female connector with the
following pin assignments:

Pin Signal Description

1 — Not used
2 Tx Transmit data
3 Rx Receive data
4 — Not used
5 Gnd Signal ground
6 — Not used
7 — Not used
8 — Not used
9 — Not used

The protocol is 9600 baud, 8-bit, 1 stop bit, no parity, and no flow control.

RS-232 Programmer’s Guide

The switcher accepts SIS (Simple Instruction Set) commands through the RS-232
port. SIS commands consist of one or more characters per command field. They do
not require any special characters to begin or end the command character sequence.
Each switcher response to an SIS command ends with a carriage return and a line
feed (CR/LF = ), which signals the end of the response character string. A string
is one or more characters.

SGS-initiated messages

When a local event such as a front panel operation occurs, the switcher responds by
sending a message to the host. The SGS-initiated messages are listed below
(underlined).

(C) Copyright 2000, Extron Electronics, SGS 408, Vx.xx
The copyright message is initiated by the switcher when it is first powered on.

Vx.xx is the firmware version number.
Reconfig
The reconfig message is initiated by the switcher when the resolution of the input

signal has changed.
The switcher does not expect a response from the host, but, for example, the host

program might request a new status.

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SGS error responses

When the switcher receives an SIS command and determines that it is valid, it
performs the command and sends a response to the host device. If the switcher is
unable to perform the command because the command is invalid or contains
invalid parameters, the switcher returns an error response to the host. The error
response codes are:

E01 — Invalid input number (too large)
E10 — Invalid command
E11 — Invalid preset
E12 — Invalid output number (too large)
E13 — Invalid value (out of range)
E23 — Checksum error

Using the command/response table

The command/response table begins on the next page. Lower case letters are
acceptable in the command field only where indicated. Symbols are used
throughout the table to represent variables in the command/response fields.
Symbol definitions are shown at the beginning of the response table, as is an
ASCII-to-hexadecimal conversion table. Command and response examples are
shown throughout the table.

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Serial Communication, cont’d

X13

Command/response table

ASCII to HEX Conversion Table

Symbol Definitions:

= CR/LF, • = space

X1

= Input number 1 – 8

X2

= Output number 1 = Program

2 = Preview

X3

= Memory preset 0 – 255

X4

= Contrast value 0 – 64

X5

= Brightness value 0 – 32

X6

= Horizontal filter 0 – 7

X7

= Vertical filter 0 – 7

X8

= Test pattern type 1 = Color Bars

2 = Crosshatch
3 = Grayscale
4 = Crop
5 = Alternating pixels

X9

= Test pattern 0 = None

1 = Preview
2 = Program
3 = Program and preview

X10

= Effect type 0 = Cut 3 = Hard-edged wipe 6 = Plus

1 = Dissolve 4 = Soft curtain 7 = Square
2 = Soft-edged wipe 5 = Hard curtain 8 = Title

X11

= Transition type If

X10

= 0 or 1 If

X11

= 0 0 = Left to right 0 = In from left and 0 = In

X10

= 2 or 3 If

X10

= 4 or 5 If

1 = Right to left right edges 1 = Out
2 = Top to bottom 1 = Out to left and If
3 = Bottom to top right edges 1 = Window

2 = In from top and 2 = Key
bottom edges
3 = Out to top and
bottom edges

X12

= Duration period 0 – 48 (0.2 – 5.0 seconds), where 0 = 0.2 seconds, and each increment of the

duration period adds 0.1 second to the duration time. A duration period of 25 is
equal to 0.2 + (25 x 0.1) = 2.7 seconds. A duration period of 48 is equal to

0.2 + (48 x 0.1) = 5.0 seconds.

X13

= Output resolution 0 = 640 x 480 4 = 852 x 480 8 = 1360 x 765 12 = 720p

1 = 800 x 600 5 = 1024 x 768 9 = 1365 x 1024 13 = 1080i
2 = 832 x 624 6 = 1280 x 768 10 = 1400 x 1050 14 = 1080p
3 = 848 x 480 7 = 1280 x 1024 11 = 576p

X14

= Vertical refresh rate If

X13

= 0, 1, 5 If

X13

= 3, 4, If

= 6 If

X13

= 7, 10, If

X13

= 2 If
8, 9, 13
12, 14

0 = 50 Hz 0 = 60 Hz 0 = 56 Hz 0 = 50 Hz 0 = 60 Hz 0 = 50 Hz
1 = 60 Hz 1 = Lock* 1 = Lock* 1 = 60 Hz 1 = 75 Hz 1 = Lock*
2 = 75 Hz 2 = Lock* 2 = Lock*
3 = Lock*

* Locked to the current vertical refresh rate of input 1.

•

X10

= 6 or 7

X10

= 8

X13

= 11

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X15

= Toggle 0 = Off 1 = On

X16

= xxx.xx Hrt = horizontal rate (in kHz) Vrt = vertical rate (in Hz)

X17

= Input video type 1 = RGB

2 = SMPTE
3 = YUV HDTV
4 = BETA 60
5 = BETA 50
6 = YUV Custom

X18

= Input phase 0 – 31

COMMAND ASCII RESPONSE DESCRIPTION

Input Select
Select program input 1*

X1

! Out 1•In X1•All Display program input X1 on the program output
Select preview input 2*X1! Out 2•InX1•All Display preview input X1 on the preview output
Select program input 1*X1& Out 1•InX1•Rgb Display program input X1 on the program output
Select preview input 2*X1& Out 2•InX1•Rgb Display preview input X1 on the preview output

1

= RGB and audio (if an audio switcher is cascaded), 2 = RGB only

Take
Implement effect (switch) % Tke

Implement the current effect

Memory Preset Save
Save preset

X2*X3,X2

Spr

X3

Save the input currently associated with output
to memory preset

X3

Memory Preset Recall
Recall preset

X2*X3.X2

Rpr

X3

Recall memory preset X3 to the input associated
with output

X2

Auto Preset Mode (disable when manually recalling memory presets)
Enable 1 M/m Aut1

Enables the SGS to recall settings previously set

for the input rate.
Disable 0 M/m Aut 0
View M/m Aut

X15

Disables the SGS to automatically recall settings.

View the current auto preset mode setting.

Contrast
Specific value
Increment
Decrement
View

X2*X4^X2

X2

+^

X2

–^

X2

^

X2

X2

X2

Con
Con
Con
Con

X4

X4

X4

X4

Set output X2 contrast to

Increase output X2 contrast by one step

Decrease output X2 contrast by one step

View output X2 contrast setting

X4

Brightness
Specific value
Increment
Decrement
View

X2*X5YX2

X2

+Y

X2

–Y

X2

Y

X5

Brt

X2

X5

Brt

X2

X5

Brt

X2

X5

Brt

Set output X2 brightness to

Increase output X2 brightness by one step

Decrease output X2 brightness by one step

View output X2 brightness setting

X5

Horizontal Shift
Increment
Decrement

X2

X2

+H
–H

X2

Hph + Shift output X2 image right one step

X2

Hph – Shift output X2 image left one step

Vertical shift
Increment
Decrement

X2

X2

+/
–/

X2

Vph + Shift output X2 image down one step

X2

Vph – Shift output X2 image up one step

1

1

2

2

X2

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Serial Communication, cont’d

COMMAND ASCII RESPONSE DESCRIPTION

Horizontal Size
Increment
Decrement

X2

X2

Vertical Size
Increment
Decrement

X2

X2

Horizontal Filter (Detail)
Specific value
Increment
Decrement
View

X2*X6DX2

X2

X2

X2

Vertical Filter (Detail)
Specific value
Increment
Decrement
View

X2*X7dX2

X2

X2

X2

Freeze Program & Preview
Enable freeze
Disable freeze

X2

X2

Mute & Unmute
Mute
Unmute

X2

X2

Test Pattern
Select test pattern
or

X8*X9

X8*X9

View test pattern J/j Tst
Effect & Duration

Select effect+transition
Select duration of effect

X10*X11

X12

View effect & duration # Eff
Executive Mode

Enable X Exe 1
Disable x Exe 0

Program Lockout
Enable K Loc 1
Disable k Loc 0

Output Rate
Set output rate

X13*X14

View output rate = Rte
Video Type

Set input video type
View input video type

X1*X17

X1

Input Phase
Specific value
View

X2

*

X2

U/u X2Phs

X2

+:
–:

+;
–;

Hsz + Increase output X2 width one step

X2

Hsz – Decrease output X2 width one step

X2

Vsz + Increase output X2 height one step

X2

Vsz – Decrease output X2 height one step

Dhz

X2

+D

–D

D

X2

X2

Dhz
Dhz
Dhz

Dvt

X2

+d

–d

d

F
f

B
b

Dvt

X2

Dvt

X2

Dvt

X2

Frz 1 Set X2 freeze mode to On

X2

Frz 0 Set X2 freeze mode to Off

X2

Mut 1 Set X2 mute to On (set to black)

X2

Mut 0 Set X2 mute to Off

J Tst X8*
j Tst X8*

# Eff

# Dur

X10*X11

= Rte

X1

\

\

X18

U/u X2Phs

X1

X6

X6

X6

X6

X7

X7

X7

X7

X8*X9

X10*X11

X12

•Dur

X13*X14

X13*X14

Typ
Typ

X9

X9

X17

X18

X18

X17

Select horizontal filter X6 on output
Select next horizontal filter on output
Select previous horizontal filter on output
View current horizontal filter on output

Select vertical filter X7 on output
Select next vertical filter on output
Select previous vertical filter on output
View current vertical filter on output

Assign test pattern type X8 to view
Same as J above
View the current test pattern setting

Select effect

X10

Select the length of time in which an effect occurs

X12

View the effect transition and the effect duration

Set executive mode to On
Set executive mode to Off

Set program lockout to On (see “Setting the
Set program lockout to Off program lockout”

Select output resolution
View the current output rate

Select input X1 video type
View input X1 video type

Set phase to

X18

View the phase value for the current input on
output

X2

.

X2

X2

X2

X9

with transition

X11

on page 3-7)

X13

at vertical refresh rate

for input on output X2 .

X2

X2

X2

X2

X2

X14

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COMMAND RESPONSE DESCRIPTION

Query Software Version

Q/q Ver x.xx

Example response: Ver 1.23

Request Part Number

N/n Nxx-xxx-xx

N60-341-01

Request Information
Program or preview

X2I/X2

iC X1•Frz

General I/i Exe

X15

X15

•Loc

•Mut

X15

•Dvi

X15

•Hrt

X15

X16

•Vrt

X16

Examples: 1I C2•Frz 0•Mut 0•Hrt 112.20•Vrt 75.02

Program information: Input channel 2, freeze mode is off, mute
mode is off, horizontal refresh rate is 112.20 kHz, vertical refresh
rate is 75.02 Hz

I Exe 0•Loc 1•Dvi 1

General information: Executive mode is off, program lockout is on,
DVI connector is installed

Advanced Instructions

The Advanced Instructions use hex commands that are more complex than the
Simple Instruction Set.

COMMAND HEX RESPONSE

Read/Write Entire Memory
Read (upload) 90 91 8 kbytes of data + 1 byte checksum
Write (download) 90 92 + 8 kbytes of data + 1 byte checksum Dnl

Read/Write Memory Block
Read to current memory block
Write to a user preset

X2

90 93 16 bytes of data + 1 byte checksum

X3

90 94 + 16 bytes of data + 1 byte checksum Dnl

Control Software for Windows

The SGS 408 Control Program, which is used by the SGS 408, is compatible with
Windows 95/98/2000, and NT. It provides remote control of various functions
including input selection, picture controls, effects, transitions, and output rates.

If an ECP 1000 event control panel is attached to the SGS 408, refer to the
ECP 1000 User’s Manual for information on running the SGS 408 Control
Program.

Installing the software

The program is contained on a set of 3.5-inch diskettes. To install the program
from the floppy disk to the hard drive, run SETUP.EXE from the floppy disk and
follow the instructions that appear on the screen. The program occupies
approximately 3 MB (megabytes) of hard-drive space.

By default, the Windows installation creates a C:\SGS408 directory, and it will
place two icons (SGS 408 Control Pgm and SGS 408 Help) into a group or folder
named “Extron Electronics”.

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Serial Communication, cont’d

Using the software

1. To run the SGS 408 Control Program, double-click on the SGS 408 Control

Pgm icon (left) in the Extron Electronics group or folder.

2. Click on the comm port that is connected to the RS-232 port of the SGS 408.

The SGS 408 Control Program window appears (figure 4-2). It displays the
current settings of the SGS 408.

Figure 4-2 — SGS 408 Control Program window

3. Using normal Windows controls, you can perform many of the same

adjustments as from the front panel.

For information about program features, you can access the help program in any
of the following ways:

• From the Extron Electronics program folder or group, double-click on the
SGS 408 Help icon (shown at the left).

SGS 408

Help

• From within the SGS 408 Control Program, click on the Help menu on the main

screen.

• From within the SGS 408 Control Program, press the F1 key.

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SGS 408 Switcher

Chapter Five

5

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting, cont’d

Troubleshooting

The image should be displayed properly on the screen.

If the image does not appear

1. Ensure that all devices are plugged in.

2. Make sure that each device is receiving power. If the switcher does not

power on, and the AC power source is functioning correctly, the AC fuse
may be blown. (See “Replacing the AC fuse” on page B-3.)

3. Check the cabling, wiring, and grounding, and make adjustments as

needed. Ensure that the selected output rate and sync format are
appropriate for the output devices. (See page 3-6.)

4. To test the system setup and output, Display a test pattern. (See “Selecting

a test pattern” on page 3-7.)

5. Confirm that the input is providing a signal with a horizontal frequency

between 15 kHz to 100 kHz and a vertical frequency between 50 Hz and
120 Hz.

6. Call Extron’s customer support hotline if needed. Be prepared to discuss the

steps you have taken and the equipment involved.

If the image is not displayed correctly

Symptoms Solutions

The picture is shifted off the
screen edges.

The image is stable, but it has
ghosting or blooming.

The image is still not
displayed correctly.

Adjust the centering and sizing controls.

Use a different input cable.

Call Extron’s customer support hotline.

If the switcher does not respond to controls

Symptoms Solutions

The picture does not move on
screen when the horizontal
and vertical centering
controls are rotated, and the
filtering settings do not
change when the filtering
controls are pressed.

There is no response to
commands from the RS-232
controller.

The switcher may be set for Executive mode.

Adjustments can be made via RS-232 control,
or Executive mode can be turned off by
pressing the two outside menu selection
buttons simultaneously and holding them
for 2 seconds. See page 3-23.

Ensure that the baud rate (9600 baud) and
communication protocol are set correctly. See
page 4-2.

SGS 408 Switcher • Troubleshooting5-2

SGS 408 Switcher

Appendix A

A

Specifications

Specifications, cont’d

Specifications

Video

Routing .......................................... 8 x 2 matrix

Gain ................................................ Variable, set by the contrast control

Video input

Number/signal type ................... 8 RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB, component video

Connectors ................................... 8 x 5 BNC female

Nominal level ............................... 1 Vp-p for Y of component video

0.7 Vp-p for RGB and for R-Y and B-Y of component video

Minimum/maximum levels ....... 0 V to 2.0 Vp-p with no offset

Impedance .................................... 75 ohms

Input termination ........................ High Z

Horizontal frequency .................. Autoscan 15 kHz to 100 kHz

Vertical frequency ....................... Autoscan 50 Hz to 120 Hz

Resolution range .......................... Autoscan 560 x 384 to 1600 x 1200

DC offset (max. allowable) ......... 0.5 V

Video processing

Digital sampling ........................... 24 bit, 8 bits per color; 140 MHz standard

Horizontal filtering ...................... 8 levels

Vertical filtering ........................... 8 levels

Frame rate delay .......................... 0 to 1 field

Video output

Number/signal type ................... 2 (program and preview) RGBHV, RGBS

Connectors ................................... Program output: 5 BNC female, (1) 15-pin HD female

Preview output: 5 BNC female, (1) 15-pin HD female, 1 DVI (optional)

Nominal level ............................... 0.7 Vp-p for RGB

Minimum/maximum levels ....... 0 V to 0.7 Vp-p

Impedance .................................... 75 ohms

Scaled resolutions ........................ 640x480

1280x768

3,5

720p

1

= at 50 Hz 2 = at 56 Hz 3 = at 60 Hz 4 = at 75 Hz

5

= locked to the current vertical refresh rate of input 1 (Accu-RATE Frame

1,3,4,5

, 800x600

2,5

, 1280x1024

, 1080i

1,3,5

1,3,4,5

, 832x624

1,3,5

, 1360x765

, and 1080p

3,4,5

, 848x480

3,5

3,5

, 1365x1024

3,5

Lock)

DC offset ....................................... ±50 mV (max.) with input at 0 offset

Sync

Input type ..................................... Autodetect RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB

Output type .................................. RGBHV, RGBS

Input level ..................................... 3.0 V to 5.0 Vp-p

Output level .................................. TTL: 5.0 Vp-p, unterminated

Input impedance .......................... 510 ohms

Output impedance ....................... 75 ohms

Max input voltage ........................ 5.0 Vp-p

Polarity .......................................... Composite sync: negative

H/V: user-selectable

, 852x480

3,5

, 1400x1050

3,5

, 1024x768

1,3,5

, 576p

1,3,4,5

1,5

,

,

Control/remote — switcher

Serial control port ........................ RS-232, 9-pin female D connector

SGS 408 Switcher • SpecificationsA-2

Baud rate and protocol ............... 9600 baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity

Serial control pin configurations ... 2 = TX, 3 = RX, 5 = GND

RCP port ....................................... 4-pin XLR

Program control .......................... Extron’s control/configuration program for Windows

Extron’s Simple Instruction Set (SIS™)

®

General

Power ............................................ 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 60 watts, internal, autoswitchable

Temperature/humidity .............. Storage: -40 to +158 °F (-40 to +70 °C) / 10% to 90%, noncondensing

Operating: +32 to +122 °F (0 to +50 °C) / 10% to 90%, noncondensing

Rack mount .................................. Yes, with attached rack ears

Enclosure type .............................. Metal

Enclosure dimensions ................. 5.25" H x 17.5" W x 11.2" D (3U high, full rack wide)

13.3 cm H x 44.4 cm W x 28.4 cm D

(Depth excludes connectors. Width excludes rack ears.)

Product weight ............................. 13.8 lbs (6.3 kg)

Shipping weight ........................... 21 lbs (10 kg)

Vibration ....................................... ISTA 1A in carton (International Safe Transit Association)

Listings .......................................... UL, CUL

Compliances ................................. CE, FCC Class A

MTBF ............................................. 30,000 hours

Warranty ....................................... 3 years parts and labor

All nominal levels are at ±10%.

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Specifications, cont’d

SGS 408 Switcher • SpecificationsA-4

SGS 408 Switcher

Appendix B

B

Reference Information

Upgrades and Repairs

Part Numbers

Reference Information, cont’d

Reference Information

Upgrades and Repairs

You can perform the following upgrades and repairs to the SGS 408:

• Installing the DVI connector option (see below)

• Replacing the AC fuse (page B-3)

• Installing a firmware update (page B-4)
Before completing any of these procedures, follow the instructions in “Internal

access”, below.

Internal access

Upgrades and fuse replacement require access to the internal areas of the
switcher. To gain access to the internal areas, do the following:

1. Remove the power cable from the switcher and from the power source.

Do not open the cover of the switcher without unplugging the power

cord.

2. If the switcher is rack mounted, remove the input and output cables from it

and remove the unit from the rack. If the switcher is not rack mounted, you
do not need to remove the input and output cables.

3. Remove 16 screws from the sides and top of the cover and the two #10

screws from the top half of the front panel (figure B-1).

Remove (16)
screws from
top and sides.

Lift cover
straight up

AM

4

PROGR

2 3

1

BLACK

FREEZE

PREVIEW

345

2

1

BLACK

FREEZE

Figure B-1 — Removing the cover

4. Remove the cover by slightly lifting each side alternately until the cover is

free.

Reverse this procedure to reinstall the cover.

Installing the DVI connector option

After following the instructions in “Internal access” to remove the cover, do the
following:

EFFECT
TRANSITION

INPUT

AM

TAKE

PROGR
PREVIEW

TRANSITIONS

CUT

OUTPUT RATE

2
EFFECTS
1

6 7 8

5

4

3

8

7

6

Tx

RCP COMMUNICATION

Rx

SGS 408

SEAMLESS GRAPHIC SWITCHER

Remove #10 screw
(two plcs) each side
of front plate.

1. Remove the two screws that hold the DVI connector cover in place (figure

B-2), and set the cover aside. You will not need it.

SGS 408 Switcher • Reference InformationB-2

After removing the DVI connector cover,
insert the DVI connector through the
opening in the chassis and press
the circuit card evenly into the socket.

Figure B-2 — Installing the DVI connector option

2. Insert the DVI connector through the hole that was created in the rear panel

in step 1.

3. Carefully align the DVI circuit card 50-pin connector with socket J3 on the

SGS 408 circuit board. With the pins aligned, press down gently on the DVI
circuit card. Check the alignment of the DVI circuit card and socket J3.

4. Reinstall the cover of the SGS 408.

5. Attach the power cord to the SGS 408 and to the AC power source. Make

sure the SGS 408 is working correctly.

6. If the SGS 408 is rack mounted, remove the power cable from the SGS 408

and reattach the SGS 408 to the rack. Reconnect the power cord and the
input and output cables.

Replacing the AC fuse

If the switcher does not power on, and the AC power source is functioning
correctly, the AC fuse may be blown. The fuse is located on the internal power
supply which is located on the right side of the SGS, as viewed from the front (see
figure B-3).

Be sure to remove the power cable from the switcher before attempting to
replace the fuse. Replace the fuse only with a 5 x 20 mm, 5A/250V fast
blow fuse.

1. Remove the cover of the switcher. See “Internal access” on page B-2.

2. Locate the fuse on the power supply, and remove it from its retaining clips

(see figure B-3).

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Reference Information, cont’d

Fuse

Figure B-3 — Replacing the fuse (viewed from the side)

3. If test equipment is available, you can check the fuse’s functionality.

4. Place a new fuse in the fuse retaining clips.

5. Reinstall the switcher cover.

6. Attach the power cord to the switcher and to the AC power source. Make

sure the switcher is working correctly.

7. If the switcher is rack mounted, remove the power cable, reattach the

switcher to the rack, and reconnect the power cord and input and output
cables.

If you choose to check the power before putting the cover back on, make
sure that tools and hands are outside the switcher, and then connect the
power cord to the switcher and to an AC source. The switcher should
power up normally. Unplug the AC power cord, and follow steps 5 – 8.

Installing a firmware update

To install a firmware update, you may need to replace IC (integrated circuit)
U11 or U16 on the front panel, U92, U93, U94, or U95 on the main board,
U12 on the component video board, or any combination of these. Replacing
these ICs may result in loss of presets and other settings.

1. Remove the cover of the switcher. See “Internal access” on page B-2.

CAUTION

2. Locate the ICs to be replaced (figure B-4). The update kit will list the

specific ICs.

SGS 408 Switcher • Reference InformationB-4

Make sure you are electrically grounded before touching IC chips.
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage IC chips, even if you cannot
sense the discharge.

Figure B-4 — Locating and replacing ICs

3. Remove the existing chip and set it aside, using a standard IC removal tool.

4. Install the new chip: Locate a notch or a printed dot on top of the IC. Align

the notch or dot with the notch on the socket or circuit board. Align the IC
pins with the holes in the socket, and gently press the IC into the socket.

5. Reinstall the cover of the switcher.

6. Attach the power cord to the switcher and to the AC power source. Make

sure the switcher is working correctly.

7. If the switcher is rack mounted, remove the power cable from the switcher.

Reattach the switcher to the rack, and reconnect the power cord and input
and output cables.

B-5SGS 408 Switcher • Reference Information

Reference Information, cont’d

Part Numbers

Related part numbers

Extron Part Part Number

SGS 408 60-341-01
RCP 1000 60-343-01
ECP 1000 60-344-01
RCP comm cable – 25’ (7.6 m) 26-519-01
RCP comm cable – 50’ (15.2 m) 26-519-02
RCP comm cable – 100’ (30.5 m) 26-519-03
RCP comm cable – 300’ (91.4 m) 26-519-04
ECP comm cable – 25’ (7.6 m) 26-434-07
ECP comm cable – 50’ (15.2 m) 26-434-08
DVI connector option 70-122-01
DVI transmitter and DVI receiver 60-316-02
SGS 408 Control Program
SGS 408 User’s Manual
RCP 1000 User’s Manual
ECP 1000 User’s Manual

SGS 408 Switcher • Reference InformationB-6

FCC Class A Notice

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case
the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

Note: This unit was tested with shielded cables on the peripheral devices. Shielded cables must be
used with the unit to ensure compliance.

Extron’s Warranty

Extron Electronics warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of
three years from the date of purchase. In the event of malfunction during the warranty period
attributable directly to faulty workmanship and/or materials, Extron Electronics will, at its option,
repair or replace said products or components, to whatever extent it shall deem necessary to restore
said product to proper operating condition, provided that it is returned within the warranty period,
with proof of purchase and description of malfunction to:

USA, Canada, South America, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East:
and Central America:

Extron Electronics Extron Electronics, Europe
1001 East Ball Road Beeldschermweg 6C
Anaheim, CA 92805, USA 3821 AH Amersfoort

The Netherlands

Asia: Japan:

Extron Electronics, Japan
Extron Electronics, Asia Kyodo Building
135 Joo Seng Road, #04-01 16 Ichibancho
PM Industrial Bldg. Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-0082
Singapore 368363 Japan

This Limited Warranty does not apply if the fault has been caused by misuse, improper handling care,
electrical or mechanical abuse, abnormal operating conditions or non-Extron authorized modification
to the product.

If it has been determined that the product is defective, please call Extron and ask for an Applications Engineer
at [phone] (USA), 31.33.453.4040 (Europe), 65.6383.4400 (Asia), or 81.3.3511.7655 (Japan) to receive
an RA# (Return Authorization number). This will begin the repair process as quickly as possible.

Units must be returned insured, with shipping charges prepaid. If not insured, you assume the risk of
loss or damage during shipment. Returned units must include the serial number and a description of
the problem, as well as the name of the person to contact in case there are any questions.

Extron Electronics makes no further warranties either expressed or implied with respect to the product
and its quality, performance, merchantability, or fitness for any particular use. In no event will Extron
Electronics be liable for direct, indirect, or consequential damages resulting from any defect in this
product even if Extron Electronics has been advised of such damage.

Please note that laws vary from state to state and country to country, and that some provisions of this
warranty may not apply to you.

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