Extron electronic TSC 100 User Manual 2
User’s Manual
www.extron.com
Extron Electronics, USA
1230 South Lewis Street
Anaheim, CA 92805
USA
714.491.1500
Fax 714.491.1517
© 2004 Extron Electronics. All rights reserved.
Extron Electronics, Europe
Beeldschermweg 6C
3821 AH Amersfoort
The Netherlands
+31.33.453.4040
Fax +31.33.453.4050
Extron Electronics, Asia
135 Joo Seng Road, #04-01
PM Industrial Building
Singapore 368363
+65.6383.4400
ax +65.6383.4664
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Extron Electronics, Japan
Daisan DMJ Building 6F
3-9-1 Kudan Minami
Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-0074 Japan
+81.3.3511.7655
Fax +81.3.3511.7656
TSC 100
Transcoding Standards Converter
68-623-01
Rev. C
12 04
Precautions
Safety Instructions • English
This symbol is intended to alert the user of important
operating and maintenance (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.
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.
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.
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.
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, Europe
Extron Electronics Beeldschermweg 6C
1230 South Lewis Street 3821 AH Amersfoort
Anaheim, CA 92805, USA The Netherlands
Asia: Japan:
Extron Electronics, Asia Extron Electronics, Japan
135 Joo Seng Road, #04-01 Daisan DMJ Bldg. 6F,
PM Industrial Bldg. 3-9-1 Kudan Minami
Singapore 368363 Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-0074
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 (714) 491-1500 (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.
Quick Start Guide — TSC 100
To install and set up the TSC 100, follow these steps:
Step 1
Turn all of the equipment off and disconnect it from the power
source.
Step 2
Rack mount the TSC 100, or place it on a desktop. See “Rack
Mounting the TSC 100” in chapter 2, Installation and Operation.
Step 3
Attach the input cable(s). See “Cabling the TSC 100” in chapter 2,
Installation and Operation.
Step 4
Attach output and loopout cables, then attach an RS-232/422
controller (if desired).
Powe r
Connection
POWER
9V
1A MAX
Composite
Video Input
I
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P
U
T
S
Composite
Video
1
COMPOSITE
S-Video
Input
2
S-Video
Loopout
Composite
Video Output
COMPOSITE
O
U
T
P
U
T
S
S-VIDEO S-VIDEO
S-Video
Output
RS-232/422
Connector
RS-232/422
Loopout
Step 5
Connect power cords and turn on the equipment in the following
order: output devices (projectors, monitors, etc.), RS-232 controller,
TSC 100, and input devices (DSS, cable boxes, etc.).
Output
Input
Select
Select
INPUT OUTPUT
1
2
Picture Control
Select
PICTURE
CONTROLS
NTSC
PAL
Adjust
Knob
ADJUST
COLOR
TINT
BRIGHT
CONTRAST
TRANSCODING STANDARDS CONVERTER
MIN/
MAX
TSC 100
Min/Max
Indicator
LED
Input
LEDs
Output Type
LEDs
Picture Control
LEDs
TSC 100 • Quick Start Guide
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Quick Start Guide — TSC 100, cont’d
Table of Contents
Step 6
Select an input and an output standard using the front panel
buttons or the RS-232 controller.
Step 7
The picture should now appear. If not, ensure that all devices are
plugged in and receiving power. Check the cabling and make
adjustments as needed. Select a different input to check for a display.
Optimizing the Video
Step 1
Complete the basic setup (described above) and obtain a picture on
the output display.
Step 2
Select Aspect Ratio Preset or size and center the image through the
control program (see to page 2-6), if needed.
Step 3
Adjust top and bottom blanking, if needed, to remove edge noise.
Step 4
Using the Picture Controls button, select Brightness, then adjust the
level using the Adjust knob.
Step 5
Using the Picture Controls button, select Contrast, then adjust the
contrast using the Adjust knob.
Step 6
Using the Picture Controls button, select Color, then adjust the color
using the Adjust knob.
Step 7
Using the Picture Controls button, select Tint, then adjust the tint
using the Adjust knob (see example illustration below).
B. Adjust using knob.
INPUT OUTPUT
1
2
PICTURE
CONTROLS
NTSC
PAL
TRANSCODING STANDARDS CONVERTER
A. Press to select tint.
COLOR
TINT
BRIGHT
CONTRAST
ADJUST
TSC 100
MIN/
MAX
Chapter 1 • Introduction .......................................................... 1-1
About the TSC 100 ................................................................. 1-2
Features ......................................................................................1-2
Chapter 2 • Installation and Operation ........................2-1
Rack Mounting the TSC 100 .............................................. 2-2
Connections .............................................................................. 2-3
Rear panel connections .........................................................2-3
Cabling the TSC 100............................................................... 2-4
Operation ................................................................................... 2-4
Front panel controls and indicators ..................................... 2-5
Presets .................................................................................... 2-6
Troubleshooting ..................................................................... 2-6
Chapter 3 • Serial Control....................................................... 3-1
Programmer’s Guide for Serial Communication ... 3-2
Device-initiated messages ..................................................... 3-2
Error responses ...................................................................... 3-2
Using the command/response table .....................................3-3
Symbol definitions ................................................................. 3-3
Command/response table for SIS commands....................... 3-5
Command/response table for Special Function SIS commands
................................................................................................ 3-9
Control Software for Windows
Installing the software .......................................................... 3-9
Using the software ................................................................ 3-9
Using the help system ......................................................... 3-10
®
.................................... 3-9
Appendix A • Specifications, Part Numbers,
and Accessories
Specifications ......................................................................... A-2
Parts ............................................................................................. A-4
Included Parts ....................................................................... A-4
Accessories ............................................................................ A-4
Cables .................................................................................... A-4
Adapters ................................................................................ A-4
All trademarks mentioned in this manual are the properties of their respective owners.
............................................................................. A-1
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TSC 100 • Quick Start Guide
iTSC 100 • Table of Contents
Table of Contents, cont’d
TSC 100
Chapter One
1
Introduction
About the TSC 100
Features
ii
TSC 100 • Table of Contents
Introduction
About the TSC 100
The Extron TSC 100 is a transcoder and standards converter that
allows worldwide compatibility with video standards such as
NTSC 3.58, NTSC 4.43, SECAM, and PAL. As a transcoder, it is
able to take one video format, such as an analog composite
signal, and transcode it into another video format, such as an
S-video signal. It provides picture adjustment capability as well
as RS-232/RS-422 control.
Inputs, output standard (NTSC or PAL), and picture controls are
selectable from the front panel. RS-232/RS-422 communication
is available for several advanced features, including
autoswitching, top and bottom blanking, and several sizing
options.
The TSC 100 ships with an external, desktop, 9 VDC power
supply, which accepts 100-240VAC input.
Features
Autoswitching ability — The TSC 100 can be set to detect an
active S-video signal and automatically switch to S-video
when active (RS-232/RS-422 activated).
Factory aspect ratio presets — Three predetermined sizing and
centering settings for PAL and NTSC output are stored in
the TSC 100 and are selectable through RS-232 or RS-422.
Picture controls — Color, tint, contrast, and brightness can be
adjusted through the front panel, and sizing and
centering through RS-232 or RS-422.
Choice of black screen or color bars with no input signal —
The TSC 100 will output either a black screen or Color
Bars, whichever the user prefers, when no input signal is
detected (RS-232/RS-422 activated).
Encoder/decoder — Encodes an S-video input signal (on a 4-pin
mini DIN connector) to composite video output (on a
BNC connector) and decodes composite input signal (on a
BNC connector) to an S-video output (on a 4-pin mini
DIN connector).
Executive Mode — The TSC 100 can be set to executive mode,
which locks the front panel and prevents unauthorized
changes to important settings.
Standards converter — The TSC converts a PAL video input
signal to an NTSC video output and converts an NTSC
video input signal to a PAL video output.
Variable top and bottom blanking — The TSC 100 allows the
user to eliminate edge noise caused by tape head
switching and captioning.
TSC 100
Chapter Two
2
Installation and Operation
Rack Mounting the TSC 100
Connections
Operation
Troubleshooting
1-2
TSC 100 • Introduction
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