User’s Manual
Extron Electronics, USA
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Precautions
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presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within
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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
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instructions importantes concernant l’exploitation
et la maintenance (réparation).
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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
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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.
Extron’s Warranty
Extron Electronics warrants this product against defects in materials and
workmanship for a period of two 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, Europe, Africa, and
South America, and the Middle East: Asia:
Central America:
Extron Electronics, Europe Extron Electronics, Asia
Extron Electronics Beeldschermweg 6C 135 Joo Seng Road, #04-01
1230 South Lewis Street 3821 AH Amersfoort PM Industrial Bldg.
Anaheim, CA 92805, USA The Netherlands Singapore 368363
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), or 65.383.4400
(Asia) 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.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 • Introduction ..........................................................1-1
About the CD 900 .................................................................. 1-2
Features ...................................................................................... 1-2
Chapter 2 • Installation.............................................................2-1
Installation Overview..........................................................2-2
Mounting the CD 900 .......................................................... 2-2
Rear Panel Cabling................................................................ 2-3
Power connection .................................................................. 2-3
Signal input and output connections ................................... 2-3
RS-232 or contact closure connection ..................................2-4
Video Loopback Connections.......................................... 2-5
Chapter 3 • Setup and Operation ......................................3-1
Setting Up the CD 900/Rear Panel Controls............. 3-2
Front Panel Controls and Indicators............................3-3
Selecting an input..................................................................3-4
Picture controls ...................................................................... 3-4
Operation...................................................................................3-5
To output RGB video ............................................................. 3-5
To output component video .................................................3-6
Troubleshooting ..................................................................... 3-6
If the image does not appear ............................................... 3-6
If the image is not displayed correctly ................................. 3-6
If the image does not respond to picture controls..............3-6
Chapter 4 • RS-232/Remote Control ................................. 4-1
Simple Instruction Set Control.......................................4-2
Host-to-interface communications ....................................... 4-2
CD 900-initiated messages .................................................... 4-3
Error responses ......................................................................4-3
Timeout .................................................................................. 4-4
Using the command/response table ..................................... 4-4
Windows-Based Program Control.................................4-6
Installing the software .......................................................... 4-6
Using the software ................................................................ 4-6
Using the help system ...........................................................4-6
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Contact Closure Control.....................................................4-7
Appendix A • Specifications
Accessories and Part Numbers ......... A-1
Specifications ......................................................................... A-2
Included Parts......................................................................... A-3
Accessories............................................................................... A-3
Cables ......................................................................................... A-4
CD 900 Decoder
Chapter One
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All trademarks mentioned in this manual are the properties of their respective
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Introduction
About the CD 900
Features
Introduction, cont’d
Introduction
About the CD 900
The Extron CD 900 is a 2-input, switching, high-resolution
quad-standard video decoder, with a three-line adaptive comb
filter. It converts NTSC, PAL, or SECAM standard interlaced Svideo or composite video signal to a non-interlaced output in
one of four formats:
• RGBHV
• RGBS
• RGsB
• Component video (Y, P
This allows the connection of devices, such as a DVD player; a
VHS, S-VHS, or Super 8 tape deck; a camcorder; or a television
receiver, to a presentation device such as a data monitor or large
screen projector (figure 1).
CD 900
Figure 1 — Typical CD 900 application
Features
Quad-standard decoder — The CD 900 converts interlaced
S-video and composite video signals that are in one of the
four international analog video standards. These include
NTSC 3.58, NTSC 4.43, PAL and SECAM. Front panel
LEDs indicate which standard is active.
Three-line adaptive comb filter — The CD 900 uses a three-line
adaptive comb filter to separate the color carrier signal
and its harmonics from the rest of the video signal. Comb
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free of noise, and produces a clean, clear picture.
Picture controls — Color, tint (hue), contrast (white level) and
horizontal shift (centering) features are adjusted using
knobs on the front panel or through RS-232 control
program.
Automatic memory — Picture control settings are automatically
saved for composite video (input 1) and for S-video
(input 2) in two separate memories. The settings are
recalled automatically when an input is selected.
RGB or component video outputs — The CD 900 decoder
outputs either RGB or component video. Select the
output using a rear panel DIP switch.
RGB video outputs — When selected for RGB video, the
decoder outputs signals with either separate
horizontal and vertical sync signals (RGBHV),
composite sync (RGBS), or sync on green (RGsB).
Select the sync format using a rear panel 3-position
switch.
Component video output — When selected for
component video, the decoder outputs Y, P
B, PR
component video.
RS-232 control — An RS-232 port allows the CD 900 to be
controlled by a remote computer or other host. RS-232
control uses Extron’s Simple Instruction Set™ (SIS™).
Contact closure — The RS-232 connector may also be used by a
contact closure keypad to select inputs.
Simple Instruction Set — The Simple Instruction Set program
lets a host computer control the CD 900 with simple
commands.
Windows control software — Extron’s Windows-based control
software provides a graphic way to set up and control the
CD 900 with an on-screen control panel. It allows the
operator to remotely select inputs, make picture
adjustments, and store settings for future use.
Auto-switching — When set for auto-switch mode, the CD 900
automatically detects active incoming sync signals and
selects (switches to) that input. If both inputs are active,
the default is input #2 (S-video).
Sync polarity output selection — Two rear panel DIP switches
allow the polarity of horizontal and vertical sync signals
to be set separately. This allows for compatibility with
most display devices/projectors.
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Serration pulse removal — LCD displays, DLP projectors, and
plasma displays don’t need pulses to synchronize
retracing. A r ear panel DIP switch causes the serration
pulses to be stripped from the vertical blanking portion of
a signal.
Rack mount option — The CD 900 is 1U high and half-rack
wide. It can be installed on a standard rack shelf by using
an Extron 1U Shelf Rack, part # 60-190-01.
Auto-switching power supply — An internal power supply
with an IEC connector makes power cord connection easy.
The power supply can be used internationally with any
power input from 110 VAC to 240 VAC at 50 or 60 Hz and
adapts automatically to the input type.
CD 900 Decoder
Chapter Two
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Installation
Installation Overview
Mounting the CD 900
Rear Panel Cabling
Video Loopback Connections
CD 900 Decoder • Introduction
Installation, cont’d
Installation
Installation Overview
To install and set up the CD 900 quad-standard decoder for
operation, follow these steps:
Turn off all of the equipment. Ensure that the video
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sources (DVD players, laserdisc players, VCRs, satellite
receivers, or other devices) and the output display are all
turned off and disconnected from the power source.
Mount the switcher. See “Mounting the CD 900” in this
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chapter.
Attach the cables. See “Rear Panel Cabling” in this
3
chapter.
Connect power cords and turn on the display device and
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the input devices, in that order.
Set the rear panel DIP and sync switches. See “Setting up
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the CD 900/Rear Panel Controls” in chapter 3.
Select an input and adjust the picture controls on the front
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panel. See “Front Panel Controls and Indicators” in
chapter 3.
Mounting the CD 900
1. For optional rack mounting, mount the CD 900 on the left
or right side of a 19" 1U Universal Rack Shelf (Extron
part #60-190-01) (figure 2).
b. Mount the CD 900 on the rack shelf, using two
4-40 x 1/8 screws in opposite (diagonal) corners to
secure the case to the shelf.
2. If desired, attach a false front panel, or a second ½-rack-
width device to the other side of the shelf.
3. Attach the rack shelf to the rack using four 10-32 x ¾” bolts
and four #10 beveled dress washers.
Rear Panel Cabling
All connectors are on the rear panel. Figure 3 shows the cable
connections on the rear panel of the CD 900 decoder.
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Figure 3 — Rear panel cabling
Power connection
AC power connector — Plug a standard IEC power cord into
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this connector to connect the CD 900 to a 100 to 240VAC, 50 Hz
or 60 Hz power source.
Signal input and output connections
INPUTS
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Figure 2 — Rack mounting the CD 900
a. If feet were previously installed on the bottom of the
case, remove them.
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Input connectors
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Input 1, composite video connector — Connect composite
video to this BNC connector.
Input 2, S-video connector — Connect S-video to this 4-pin
mini DIN connector.
Output connectors
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RGBHV video connection — For RGBHV video, connect
to all five BNC connectors as show in figure 4. Ensure the
RGB/Component DIP switch is in the right position and
that the H/HV/SOG is in the H position (see “Setting Up
the CD 900/Rear Panel Controls” in chapter 3).
RGBS video connection — For RGBS video, connect to the
four BNC connectors shown in figure 5. Ensure the
RGB/Component DIP switch is in the right position and
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Installation, cont’d
that the H/HV/SOG is in the HV position (see “Setting Up
the CD 900/Rear Panel Controls” in chapter 3).
R/P
GB/P
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Figure 4 — RGBHV output connections
R/P
GB/P
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H/HV
Figure 5 — RGBS output connections
RGsB video connection — For RGsB video, connect to the
three BNC connectors shown in figure 6. Ensure the
RGB/Component DIP switch is in the right position and
that the H/HV/SOG is in the SOG position (see “Setting
Up the CD 900/Rear Panel Controls” in chapter 4).
R/P
GB/P
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H/HV
Figure 6 — RGsB and component video output
connections
Component video connection — For Y, PB, PR component
video, connect to the three BNC connectors shown in
figure 6. Ensure the RGB/Component DIP switch is in the
left position and that the H/HV/SOG is in the SOG
position (see “Setting Up the CD 900/Rear Panel Controls”
in chapter 3).
RS-232 or contact closure connection
RS-232/Remote connector — Connect a host device, such as a
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computer or touch control panel, or a
remote contact closure device to the
CD 900 via this 9-pin D connector for
remote control using the Simple
Instruction Set™ (SIS), the Extron
graphical control program for
Windows, or a contact closure device.
SOG
SOG
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Video Loopback Connections
The CD 900 can be used with a system switcher in video
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loopback (VLB) mode. Details of this operation are included in
Extron’s System 8/10 Plus switcher manual, part #68-078-01.
The composite video, and/or the S-video outputs from the
system switcher become the inputs for the CD 900. The RGB or
component output from the CD 900 then connects to a special
input on the system switcher. Figure 7 shows a typical video
loopback hookup.
System 8 PLUS
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S-video
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Inputs
Composite video sources
Figure 7 — Typical video loopback application
The CD 900 decodes all composite video or S-video signals that
enter the system switcher, saving the cost of separate decoders
for each source.
SVHS - BNC adapter
part #26-353-01
S-video sources
VCR
DVD player
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See chapter 4, “Remote Control” for definitions of the SIS
commands, details on how to install and use the control
software, and information on how to make a remote contact
closure device.
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CD 900 Decoder • Installation
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Installation, cont’d
CD 900 Decoder
Chapter Three
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2-6
Setup and Operation
Setting Up the CD 900/Rear Panel Controls
Front Panel Controls and Indicators
Operation
Troubleshooting
CD 900 Decoder • Installation
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Setup and Operation
Setting Up the CD 900/Rear Panel Controls
Figure 8 shows the switches on the rear panel of the CD 900.
Refer to figure 8 and the following descriptions of the rear panel
switches to set up the CD 900.
100-240VAC~50/60Hz
0.1A MAX
Figure 8 — Rear panel switches
DIP switches — The functions of the DIP switches follow. The
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DIP switches are numbered 1 through 8 from top to bottom.
On the CD 900, slide or rock the rear panel DIP switches to the
left (toward the name) to activate or enable the function, or to
the right (away) to disable the function.
1 AUTO SW (auto switch mode) —
Enabled — When on/left, the input with a video signal
present is selected automatically. If video is present on
both inputs, input two (S-video) is selected.
Auto-switching does not function in SECAM.
Disabled — When off/right, the input must be selected
manually, via the front panel Input Selection button or
through the RS-232/Remote connector.
2 and 3 Spare — Not used.
4 RGB/Component —
Enabled — When on/left, the CD 900 outputs RGB video.
The sync format is determined by the position of the
H/HV/SOG switch.
Disabled — When off/right, the CD 900 outputs
component video (Y, P
To output component video, the H/HV/SOG switch
must also be in the SOG position.
5 SERR (serration pulse removal) —
Enabled — When on/left, serration pulses are removed
from the output vertical sync pulse. LCD, DLPs and
INPUTS
AUTO SW
RGB/COMP
SERR REM
X MODE
SPARE
SPARE
H+
V+
R/P
R
OUTPUT
GB/P
B
1 2
B, PR) on the R, G, and B BNCs.
H
H/V
SOG
H/HV
V
RS-232
REMOTE
plasma displays must have the serration pulses removed
from the sync signal in order to display properly.
Flagging or bending at the top of the video image is a
sign that the serration pulses should be removed.
LISTED
1T23
USC
I.T.E.
Disabled — When off/right, serration pulses are passed
along with the vertical sync pulse.
6 H+ (horizontal sync polarity pulse) —
Enabled — When on/left, the horizontal sync polarity is
positive.
Disabled — When off/right, the horizontal sync polarity is
negative.
7 V+ (vertical sync polarity pulse) —
Enabled — When on/left, the vertical sync polarity is
positive.
Disabled — When off/right, the vertical sync polarity is
negative.
8 X MODE (executive mode) —
Enabled — When on/left, the front panel picture control
adjustments (Color, Tint, Contrast, and H Shift) are locked
out. These picture controls are still accessible via RS-232
control. The front panel Min and Max LEDs light together
to indicate that executive mode is enabled.
Disabled — When off/right, all front panel operations are
enabled.
H/HV/SOG switch — This switch selects the sync signal that is
2
output on the output H BNC.
H position — Horizontal sync only is output on the H BNC.
Vertical sync is output on the V BNC. Use this switch position
for RGBHV video.
HV position — Composite (horizontal and vertical) sync is
output on the H BNC. Use this switch position for RGBS video.
SOG position — Sync is on the green signal and is not output
on the H BNC. Use this switch position for RGsB or for
component video.
Front Panel Controls and Indicators
Figure 9 shows the controls and indicators on the front panel of
the CD 900 quad-standard decoder.
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CD 900 Decoder • Setup and Operation
CD 900 Decoder • Setup and Operation
3-3
Setup and Operation, cont’d
.
INPUT SELECTION
1
3 4 65 127 118 9 10
Figure 9 — Front panel controls and indicators
Power LED — The Power LED lights to indicate power is on. If
3
AC voltage is available, power is on. When power is first
applied, all front panel LEDs flash to indicate that the power up
sequence was accomplished satisfactorily.
Selecting an input
Press the Input Selection button (4) on the front panel to select
either composite video (LED 1) or S-video (LED 2). An input
image should now appear on the display device. If it does not,
check the input source and connections.
The CD 900’s memory stores two sets of control settings: one set
is for the S-video and one for the composite video input. Each
set includes current values for color, tint, contrast and
horizontal shift settings.
Input Selection button — Pushing the Input Selection button
4
toggles between input 1 (composite video) and input 2
(S-video).
PICTURE CONTROLS
NTSC
PAL
SECAM
2
NTSC 4.43
CONTRAST
TINT
H SHIFT
CD 900
MIN MAXCOLOR
2. The Min and Max LEDs both blink once when a
picture control adjustment is turned through the
default value.
3. The picture control adjustments increase or decrease
a value that is stored in nonvolatile memory. The
memory stores two sets of four values, one set for
each input. Each set includes the current values for
the four picture control adjustments.
Min LED — Blinks to indicate the minimum limit has been
11
reached for the picture control being adjusted.
Max LED — Blinks to indicate the maximum limit has been
12
reached for the picture control being adjusted.
1. There is no indication that a picture control
adjustment is at its limit unless its adjustment knob
is being turned.
2. When the CD 900 is in executive mode (see “Setting
Up the CD 900/Rear Panel Controls”), the picture
controls are disabled and the Min and Max LEDs
both light.
3. If picture control is not available for the video type in
use (such the Tint control when the input type is
PAL), the Min and Max LEDs blink continuously
when the unavailable control knob is turned.
Input 1 and Input 2 LEDs — These LEDs indicate the selected
5
input.
Input signal format LEDs — One of four LEDs indicates the
6
incoming signal type: NTSC (3.58), PAL, SECAM or NTSC 4.43.
Picture controls
Color adjustment — Color intensity adjustment control.
7
Tint adjustment — Tint (hue) adjustment control.
8
Contrast adjustment — Contrast and brightness control.
9
H Shift adjustment — Horizontal centering control.
10
1. The picture control adjustments (Color, Tint,
Contrast, and H Shift) have no mechanical limits.
When the minimum or maximum limit is reached the
Min or Max LED blinks.
CD 900 Decoder • Setup and Operation
Operation
Plug in all system components and turn on the input devices
(DVD player, laserdisc player, DSS receiver, etc.) and the output
device. Set the input devices to output video in accordance with
their own operating instructions. The image should appear on
the screen.
For each input, adjust the picture controls (Color, Tint, Contrast,
and H Shift) for the best possible image.
To output RGB video
1. Set the RGB/component DIP switch to the on/left
position.
2. Set the H/HV/SOG switch to the correct position for the
video format (see “(2) H/HV/SOG switch” on page 3-3.
CD 900 Decoder • Setup and Operation
3-53-4
Setup and Operation, cont’d
To output component video
1. Set the RGB/component DIP switch to the off/left
position.
2. Set the H/HV/SOG switch to the SOG position.
Troubleshooting
If the image does not appear
1. Ensure that all devices are plugged in and powered on.
The CD 900 is receiving power if the front panel power
LED is lit.
2. Ensure an active input is selected on the CD 900.
3. Ensure the RGB/Component DIP switch and the
H/HV/SOG switch are in the correct positions for the
video output. See “Setting Up the CD 900/Rear Panel
Controls” on page 3-2 for more details.
4. Ensure the horizontal and vertical sync DIP switches are in
the correct position. See “Setting Up the CD 900/Rear
Panel Controls” on page 3-2 for more details.
5. Check the cabling and make corrections as necessary.
6. Call the Extron customer support hotline if necessary.
If the image is not displayed correctly
1. If the picture bends or flags at the top of the screen, change
the position of the serration pulse DIP switch.
2. If the output image looks too green, the CD 900 may be set
to sync on green (the H/HV/SOG switch set to SOG).
3. If the picture hangs off the edge of the screen, adjust the
H Shift control.
4. Readjust the picture controls after replacing a video
source.
5. If the image still does not display properly, call the Extron
customer support hotline.
CD 900 Decoder
Chapter Four
4
Remote Control
Simple Instruction Set Control
Windows-Based Program Control
Contact Closure Control
If the image does not respond to picture controls
1. The CD 900 is in executive mode. Set Executive Mode DIP
switch to the right.
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CD 900 Decoder • Setup and Operation
RS-232/Remote Control, cont’d
The CD 900 decoder’s rear panel RS-232/Remote connector
(figure 10) can be connected to the serial port output of a host
device, such as a computer or control system, or to a remote
contact closure device. Remote communications with the
CD 900 are via Extron’s Simple Instruction Set, Extron’s
Windows-based control program, or pin-programmed in the
case of a contact closure device.
51
96
Female
15
69
Male
Figure 10 — RS-232/Remote connector pinout
The RS-232 protocol of the rear panel RS-232/Remote connector
is 9600 baud, 1 stop bit, no parity, and no flow control. When
the CD 900 receives an RS-232 communication, the front panel
Min LED blinks once, then the Max LED blinks. (In Executive
mode, the LEDs are on and do not blink.) The connector has the
following pin assignments:
niP 232-SR erusolctcatnoC noitcnuF
1 —— desutoN
2 XT — )-(atadtimsnarT
3 XR — )+(atadevieceR
4 —— desutoN
5 dnG dnG dnuorglangiS
6 —
7 —
8 —
9 —
1#nI 1#tupnI
2#nI 2#tupnI
1#T 1#yllaT
2#T 2#yllaT
CD 900-initiated messages
When a local event, such as a front panel operation or error
condition, occurs, the CD 900 responds by sending a message to
the host. The CD 900-initiated messages are listed below:
(C) Copyright 1999, Extron Electronics CD 900, Vx.xx
The CD 900 issues the copyright message when it first powers
on. Vx.xx is the firmware version number.
Reconfig
The CD 900 initiates this message when there is a change in the
selected input or any picture control setting.
Factory Defaults Reset on Channel #1
Factory Defaults Reset on Channel #2
RS-232 - Overrun
RS-232 - Noise
RS-232 - Framing
RS-232 - Overflow
These CD 900-initiated message indicate an RS-232
communication error. Possible causes include an RS-232
connection or baud rate problem.
RAM Test Failed
ROM Checksum Failed
Serial EEPROM Checksum failed
6811 EEPROM Checksum failed
New 6811 Installed
New Serial EEPROM Installed
Invalid Jumpers - Unknown - xxxx
If an error occurs during power-up, the CD 900 initiates one or
more of the messages listed above. Call the Extron customer
support hotline.
Simple Instruction Set Control
Host-to-interface communications
SIS commands consist of one or more characters per field. No
special characters are required to begin or end a command
character sequence. When a command is valid, the CD 900
executes the command and sends a response to the host device.
All responses from the CD 900 to the host end 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.
CD 900 Decoder • RS-232/Remote Control
Error responses
When the CD 900 receives a valid SIS command, it executes the
command and sends a response to the host device. If the
CD 900 is unable to execute the command because the
command is invalid or it contains invalid parameters, the
CD 900 returns an error response to the host. The error response
codes are:
CD 900 Decoder • RS-232/Remote Control
4-34-2
4-4
RS-232/Remote Control, cont’d
CD 900 Decoder • RS-232/Remote Control
Using the command/response table
Timeout
Symbol definitions
Pauses of 10 seconds or longer between command ASCII
characters result in a timeout. The command operation is
X1
= Input number 1 or 2
• = space
= CR/LF (carriage return/line feed) (0x0D 0A)
X5
X6
ASCII to HEX Conversion Table
= Software version x.xx
= Horizontal shift value 1 - 63
3 = NTSC 4.43
4 = SECAM
X4
= 0 or 1 0 (off) or 1 (on)
= Input type 0 = no input
1 = NTSC 3.58
2 = PAL
= Color/tint/contrast value 1 - 127
X2
X3
table below is for use with the command/response table.
The command/response table is on the next page. Lower case
letters are allowed in the command field only as indicated.
Symbols used throughout the table to represent variables in the
command/response fields. Command and response examples
are shown throughout the table. The ASCII to HEX conversion
aborted with no other indication.
E10 - Invalid command
E13 - Invalid value (out of range)
E01 - Invalid input channel number (out of range)
E06 - Auto-switch active (DIP switch 1 in enable position)
COMMAND/RESPONSE TABLE
Description Command Response Notes
ASCII HEX to host
Input selection
Select input
X1
2! 32•21 C2 Select input 2
Picture controls
Set color value to
Increment color value {C 7B 43 Col
CD 900 Decoder • RS-232/Remote Control
Decrement color value }C 7D 43 Col
Set tint value to
X2 X2
X2 X2
Increment tint value {T 7B 54 Tin
Decrement tint value }T 7D 54 Tin
Set contrast value to
X2 X2
Increment contrast value {^ 7B 5E Con
Decrement contrast value }^ 7D 5E Con
C
X2
43 Col
X2
T
^
54 Tin
X2
5E Con
X2
X2
X2
X2
X2
X2
X2
X2
X2
Horizontal shift
Set H shift value to
X6 X6
Increment H shift value {H 7B 48 Hph
Decrement H shift value }H 7D 48 Hph
H
X6
48 Hph
X6
X6
X6
Information, part number, and firmware requests
Information request I/i 49/69 C
X1•TX4
•ColX2•TinX2•ConX2•HphX6•Frz
C2•T1•Col65•Tin70•Con100•Hph39•Frz0
Request for part number N/n 4E/6E N60-355-01
Query software version Q/q 51/71 QVER•
X5
4-5
Set color value to
X2
Previous color value +1
Previous color value -1
Set tint value to
X2
Previous tint value +1
Previous tint value -1
Set contrast value to
Previous contrast value +1
Previous contrast value -1
Set horizontal shift value to
Previous horizontal shift value +1
Previous horizontal shift value -1
X3
Input 2; NTSC 3.58; color - 165;
tint -70; contrast - 100; H shift - 39;
freeze off
60-355-01 = CD 900
Software version
X5
X2
X6
RS-232/Remote Control, cont’d
Windows-Based Program Control
The Signal Enhancement Control Program is Windows
compatible and provides remote control of the following:
• Input selection
• Video adjustments
Installing the software
The program is contained on a single 3.5” diskette and can be
run from the floppy drive, or it can be installed and run from
the hard drive.
To install the software on the hard drive, run setup.exe from the
floppy disk and follow the screen instructions.
By default, the Windows installation creates a C:\S_ENHANC
folder and places two icons (Signal Enhancement Products
Control Program and Signal Enhancement Products Help) into a
group named “Extron Electronics”.
Using the software
1. To run the software, double click on the Signal
Enhancement Products Control Program icon
in the Extron Electronics program group.
2. Click on the comm port that is connected to the CD 900’s
RS-232 port.
3. Extron’s Signal Enhancement Products Control Program
window (figure 11) displays the current input selection by
marking it with a red dot and shows both slider controls
and numeric values for the picture controls.
Figure 11 — Signal enhancement program
window
Using the help system
For information about program features, you can access the help
program in any of the following ways:
• From the Extron Electronics program group, double-click on
the Signal Enhancement Products Help icon.
• From within the Windows-based signal
enhancement program, click on the Help entry on the task
bar.
• From within the Windows-based signal enhancement
program, press the F1 key.
Contact Closure Control
The RS-232 connector provides a way to select an input to the
CD 900 using a remote contact closure device and indicate the
selected input on the contact closure device. Contact closure
control uses pins on the RS-232/Remote connector that are not
used by the RS-232 interface. The contact closure pin
assignments are shown in the table on page 4-2.
To select a different input number using a contact closure
device, momentarily short the pin for the desired input number
to logic ground (pin 5). To force one of the two inputs to be
always selected, leave the short to logic ground in place. The
short overrides front panel input selections.
The tally pins can be used for remote indication of the selected
input. Tally #1 or tally #2 indicate the selected input number
with a logic low (0 volts). If an input is not selected, the
associated tally pin is at logic high (5 volts).
Figure 12 can be used as a guide to design and build indicator
circuits for the tally pins. Since there is no voltage source on the
RS-232 connector, an external voltage source is required.
Recommended relays
Manufacturer General Low current
Aromat DS2 TQ
ITT/Panasonic R-Z-5C A5W
Omron G5Y G6H
Incandescent indicator circuits
+5V (PIN 13)
N/C
1N916
Tally pin
External power
Using a relay
and external power
Figure 12 — Remote indicator circuits
LED indicator circuit
Tally pin
External power
330 Ohm
External
power
Tally pin
Using an opto-isolator
and external power
External power
LED
330 Ohm
Resistor value
depends on current
requirement of the lamp
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CD 900 Decoder • RS-232/Remote Control
CD 900 Decoder • RS-232/Remote Control
4-7
RS-232/Remote Control, cont’d
CD 900 Decoder
Appendix A
A
4-8
Specifications
Accessories and Part Numbers
Specifications
Included Parts
Accessories
Cables
CD 900 Decoder • RS-232/Remote Control
Specifications, cont’d
Specifications
Video
Gain ............................................... Variable by adjusting contrast
Bandwidth .................................... 6 MHz (-3dB) (luminance)
Differential phase error.............. 1.5º, 0 to 10 MHz
Differential gain error ................ 1.5%, 0 to 10 MHz
Video input
Number/signal type................... 1 S-video (Y/C), 1 composite video
(switch-selectable)
Connectors.................................... 1 4-pin mini-DIN female S-video
1 BNC female composite video
Nominal level(s) .......................... Analog 1V p-p
Minimum/maximum levels...... Analog 0.4V to 2.0V p-p with no offset
Impedance .................................... 75 ohms
Horizontal frequency ................. 15.6 kHz to 17.75 kHz
Vertical frequency ....................... 50 Hz to 60 Hz
Video output
Number/signal type................... 1 RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB (toggle switch-
selectable), or component (Y, P
Connectors.................................... 5 BNC female
Nominal level .............................. RGB Analog 0.7V p-p, DC coupled
B, PR Analog 1.0V p-p, DC coupled
Y, P
Impedance .................................... 75 ohms
DC offset ....................................... ±0.1V maximum
B, PR)
Serial control pin configurations 2 = TX, 3 = RX, 5 = GND
Contact closure ............................ 9-pin female D connector
Program control .......................... Extron’s control program for Windows®
Extron’s Simple Instruction Set™ – SIS™
General
Power ............................................ 100VAC to 240VAC, 50/60 Hz, 7.5 watts,
internal, auto-switchable
Temperature/humidity ............. Storage -40° to +158°F (-40° to +70°C) /
10% to 90%, non-condensing
Operating +32° to +122°F (0° to +50°C) /
10% to 90%, non-condensing
Rack mount .................................. Yes, with optional rack shelf, part #60-
190-01
Enclosure type ............................. Metal
Enclosure dimensions ................ 1.75" H x 8.75" W x 9.5" D
4.45 cm H x 2.22 cm W x 24.13 cm D
Shipping weight .......................... 5 lbs (2.3 kg)
Vibration ....................................... NSTA 1A in carton (National Safe Transit
Association)
Approvals ..................................... UL, CUL, CE
MTBF ............................................. 30,000 hours
Warranty ....................................... 2 years parts and labor
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Sync
Output type .................................. RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB (toggle switch or
Windows program control selectable)
Standards ...................................... NTSC 3.58, NTSC 4.43, PAL, SECAM
Input level .................................... 0.3V p-p
Output level ................................. TTL 5V p-p
Input impedance ......................... 75 ohms
Output impedance ...................... 75 ohms
Polarity.......................................... RGBHV..................... positive or negative
(switch-selectable)
S-video ..................... negative
Composite video .... negative
Control/remote — decoder
Serial control port ....................... RS-232, 9-pin female D connector
Baud rate and protocol............... 9600, 8-bit, 1 stop bit, no parity
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CD 900 Decoder • Specifications
Included Parts
Included parts Part number
CD 900 Quad-Standard Decoder 60-213-01
CD 900 Quad-Standard Decoder label 33-244-01
CD 900 Quad-Standard Decoder User’s Manual 68-529-01
Accessories
Accessories Part number
Extron 19" 1U Universal Rack Shelf 60-190-01
S-video male to 2 BNC adapter, female, 8” 26-353-02
S-video female to 2 BNC, male (various lengths) 26-353-xx
BNC male to RCA female adapter 10-264-01
CD 900 Decoder • Specifications
A-3
Accessories and Part Numbers, cont’d
Cables
BNC-4 Mini HR cable is used for RGBS, and BNC-5 Mini HR
cable is used for RGBHV. Either type can also be used for RGsB,
component video, S-video, or composite video. All Extron BNC
cables have male gender connectors on both ends. A plenum
version of the BNC-5 Mini HR cable is also available.
BNC-5 Mini HR Cable Part number
BNC-5-25’HR (25 feet/7.6 meters) 26-260-03
BNC-5-50’HR (50 feet/15.2 meters) 26-260-04
BNC-5-75’HR (75 feet/22.9 meters) 26-260-16
BNC-5-100’HR (100 feet/30.5 meters) 26-260-05
BNC-5-150’HR (150 feet/45.0 meters) 26-260-12
BNC-5-200’HR (200 feet/60.0 meters) 26-260-06
BNC-5-250’HR (250 feet/75.0 meters) 26-260-18
BNC-4 Mini HR Cable Part number
BNC-4-25’HR (25 feet/7.6 meters) 26-210-04
BNC-4-50’HR (50 feet/15.2 meters) 26-210-05
BNC-4-75’HR (75 feet/22.9 meters) 26-210-06
BNC-4-100’HR (100 feet/30.5 meters) 26-210-07
BNC-4-150’HR (150 feet/45.0 meters) 26-210-08
BNC-4-200’HR (200 feet/60.0 meters) 26-210-09
BNC-4-250’HR (250 feet/75.0 meters) 26-210-54
SHR 1-12’ (12 feet/3.7 meters) 26-383-07
SHR 1-25’ (25 feet/7.6 meters) 26-383-04
SHR 1-50’ (50 feet/15.2 meters) 26-383-05
SHR 1-75’ (75 feet/22.9 meters) 26-383-06
SHR 1-100’ (100 feet/30.5 meters) 26-383-03
S-video Cable Part number
SVHS 6’ (6 feet/1.8 meters) 26-316-02
SVHS 12’ (12 feet/3.7 meters) 26-316-03
SVHS 20’ (20 feet/6.1 meters) 26-316-01
SVHS 30’ (30 feet/9.1 meters) 26-316-04
SVHS 50’ (50 feet/15.2 meters) 26-316-05
SVHS 75’ (75 feet/22.9 meters) 26-316-06
SVHS 100’ (100 feet/30.4 meters) 26-316-07
Composite Video Cable Part number
SHR 1-3’ (3 feet/0.9 meters) 26-383-01
SHR 1-6’ (6 feet/1.8 meters) 26-383-12
CD 900 Decoder • Accessories and Part Numbers
CD 900 Decoder • Accessories and Part Numbers
A-5A-4
Accessories and Part Numbers, cont’d
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