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DSC HD-3G A Scaler • Setup Guide
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The Extron DSC HD-3G A is an HDMI to 3G-SDI scaler that converts HDMI signals to 3G-SDI, HD-SDI, and SD-SDI. It accepts
computer and SMPTE video resolutions up to 1920x1200 and 2K, and offers multiple output rates from 480i up to HDTV
1080p @ 60 Hz and 2K. The DSC HD-3G A features advanced Extron video signal processing with 1080i deinterlacing and Deep
Color processing for optimal image quality. Dual SDI outputs, stereo audio embedding, and genlock are also provided. This
setup guide provides step-by-step instructions for an experienced user to set up and configure a DSC HD-3G A. It covers how to
perform basic operations using the front panel controls and selected Simple Instruction Set™ (SIS™) commands.
NOTE: For full installation, configuration, menu, connector wiring, and operation details, see the DSC 3G-HD A and
DSC HD-3G A User Guide, available at www.extron.com.
Installation
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Rear Panel Features
100-240V ~ .3A MAX
INPUT
HDMI
50-60 Hz
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DSC HD-3G A
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Mounting and Cabling the DSC HD-3G A
1. Disconnect power — Turn off or disconnect all equipment power sources.
2. Mount the unit: (Optional) Mount the DSC HD-3G A either in a rack using
shelf mounting brackets (RSU 129 or RSB 129) or under furniture using
furniture mounting brackets (MBU 125) (see gures 1 and 2 at right). A false
half-rack faceplate can be tted next to the DSC if desired.
3. Connect the input — Connect an HDMI video source to the HDMI input
connector C.
4. Connect analog audio input — (Optional) Connect analog audio from the
source to the captive screw audio input connector B.
NOTE: To embed audio from this input, set it up using the on-screen
display (OSD) (see page 2) or SIS commands (see page 4).
5. Connect the output — Connect one or two SDI display devices to the
3G/HD/SD-SDI output connectors E for SDI output with optional embedded
analog or HDMI audio.
6. Connect a sync device — (Optional) Attach an external sync device
to the input (right) Sync connector (D). Connect any downstream
device to be synchronized by genlocking to the output (left) Sync
connector (D).
7. Connect a control device — For remote control via SIS commands
or the PCS Windows®-based control software:
z RS-232 — For serial RS-232 control, connect a host computer or
control system to the 3-pole captive screw RS-232 connector F.
RS-232 protocol default values are 9600 baud, 1 stop bit, no
parity, 8 data bits, no ow control.
z USB — Connect a host computer or control system to the front
panel mini USB port (B in the front panel illustration on page 2)
for conguration and control via Extron PCS software.
8. AC power connector — Connect the supplied US IEC power cord
to this connector A from a 110-220 V, 50-60 Hz AC, power source.
SYNC
GENLOCK
3G/HD/SD-SDI
REMOTEOUTPUT
RS-232
Tx Rx G
AC power connector
A
5-pole captive screw audio input
B
connector
HDMI video input connector
C
Genlock sync connectors
D
3G/HD/SD-SDI output connectors
E
3-pole RS-232 captive screw
F
connector
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Figure 2. Under-furniture Mounting
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DSC HD-3G A • Setup Guide (Continued)
Front Panel Overview
Extron
CONFIG
AA
Status LED — Lights amber steadily when there is power but no signal, blinks amber every 3 seconds when the unit is in
A
B
B
INPUT OUTPUT
SIGNAL
2CH-LPCM
MULTI-CH PCM
ANALOG
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C
SYNC
2.97 Gbps
1.485 Gbps
270 Mbps
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MENU
ENTER
HOLD FOR 720p
EE FF
DSC HD-3G A
AUTOIMAGE
1080i
standby mode, and lights green steadily when both power and an input signal are present.
USB configuration port — Connect a control system or computer to this mini USB port (cable not supplied) for device
B
configuration, control, and firmware upgrading.
Input LEDs — The Signal LED lights to indicate presence of an HDMI input signal. An audio signal LED (2CH-LPCM, Multi-
C
CH PCM, or Analog) lights to indicate the type of audio signal (two-channel LPCM, multi-channel PCM, or analog) if present.
Output LEDs — Light to indicate the presence of sync and the rate specified for the output:
D
z Sync: Sync is present (does not light if video sync is muted).
z 2.97 Gbps: SMPTE 424M
z 1.485 Gbps: SMPTE 292M
z 270 Mbps: SMPTE 259M
Menu and Enter buttons — Let you access the OSD and select submenus and items from the menus.
E
Navigation buttons — Press these right , left , up , and down arrow buttons to step through the OSD
F
submenus, to lock the front panel (see the next section), perform Auto-Image (press ), and reset the output rate (hold for
5 seconds).
Locking the Front Panel (Executive Mode)
To prevent unauthorized access or accidental changes to DSC settings, you can lock the front panel controls, making control
available only by SIS commands. (The default state is unlocked.) You can lock and unlock the front panel as follows:
z Using the front panel buttons: To lock, press the Menu and buttons simultaneously and hold them until the OSD
displays Executive Mode Enabled (approximately 5 seconds). To unlock, repeat this process.
z SIS commands: To lock (enable executive mode), enter 1X. To unlock (disable executive mode), enter 0X.
Configuring the DSC HD-3G A
The DSC HD-3G A can be configured through a host connected to
the RS-232 or USB port, using Extron PCS configuration software
(available at no charge at www.extron.com) or SIS commands
(see page 4 for a selection of basic commands). You can also
configure it using the OSD menu system, described below.
On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu System
The OSD menu system consists of seven submenus and two
information screens. To access the menus, press the front panel
Menu button. With the main menu displayed, use the arrow
buttons to step through the submenus and submenu items.
Press the Enter button to select the item that you highlight. The
Communication and Device Info screens are read-only and do
not provide selections.
• Quick Setup • User Presets • Picture Controls
• Input • Output • Audio
• Advanced • Communication • Device Info
NOTE: The OSD times out and closes after 1 minute if no
buttons are pressed.
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