Extron Electronics IN1408 User Manual

Download

High Resolution Video Products • A/V System Integration Tools • Interactive Training Systems

IN1408 VIDEO / DVI SCALER

WITH 8 INPUT SWITCHER

IN1408

OPERATION MANUAL

Installation and Safety Instructions

For Models without a Power Switch:

The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be accessible.

For all Models:

No serviceable parts inside the unit. Refer service to a qualified technician.

For Models with Internal or External Fuses:

For continued protection against fire hazard, replace only with same type and rating of fuse.

Instructions d’installation et de sécurité

Pour les modèles sans interrupteur de courant:

La prise de courant d’alimentation sera installé près de l’équipement et sera accessible.

Pour tout les modèles:

Pas de composants à entretenir à l’intérieur. Confiez toute réparation à un technicien qualifié.

Pour les modèles équipés de fusibles internes ou externes:

Afin d’éviter tout danger d’incendie, ne remplacer qu’avec le même type et la même valeur de fusible.

Installations- und Sicherheitshinweise

Für Geräte ohne Netzschalter:

Die Netzsteckdose soll in der Nähe des Gerätes installiert und frei zugänglich sein.

Für alle Geräte:

Keine Wartung innerhalb des Gerätes notwendig. Reparaturen nur durch einen Fachmann!

Für Geräte mit interner oder externer Sicherung:

Für dauernden Schutz gegen Feuergefahr darf die Sicherung nur gegen eine andere gleichen Typs und gleicher Nennleistung ausgewechselt werden.

Instalacion E Instrucciones de Seguridad

Modelos Sin Interruptor:

Para Todos Los Modelos:

Modelos con Fusibles Internos o Externos:

La conexión debe ser instalada cerca del equipo y debe ser accesible.

Dentro de la unidad , no hay partes para reparar. Llame un tecnico calificado.

Para prevenir un incendio, reemplace solo con el mismo tipo de fusible.

CE COMPLIANCE

All products exported to Europe by Inline, Inc. after January 1, 1997 have been tested and found to comply with EU Council Directive 89/336/EEC. These devices conform to the following standards: EN50081-1 (1991), EN55022 (1987) EN50082-1 (1992 and 1994), EN60950-92

Shielded interconnect cables must be employed with this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) and Electromag netic Compatibility (EMC) standards governing this device.

FCC COMPLIANCE

This device 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 against harmful interference when 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 th e instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at their own expense.

Table of Contents

Product Overview...........................................................................................................................2

Description................................................................................................................................... 2

Product Features...........................................................................................................................2

Compatibility..................................................................................................................................4

Input .............................................................................................................................................4

Output...........................................................................................................................................4

Installation......................................................................................................................................5

IN1408 Application Diagram.......................................................................................................8

IN1408 Rear Panel Connectors..................................................................................................10

Operation......................................................................................................................................11

Front Panel Controls...................................................................................................................11

IN1408 On Screen Display Menu System .................................................................................12

On Screen Menu......................................................................................................................... 13

Menu Commands.........................................................................................................................13

Video Menu................................................................................................................................13

Audio Menu................................................................................................................................16

Input Menu.................................................................................................................................17

Output Menu ..............................................................................................................................21

Advanced Menu.........................................................................................................................23

Choosing the Optimal Resolution and Refresh Rate................................................................25

CRT Displays - Selecting the Golden Resolution......................................................................25

CRT Displays - Selecting the Optimal Refresh Rate .................................................................25

Fixed Pixel Displays - Selecting the Optimal Resolution and Refresh Rate .............................26

Advanced Operation....................................................................................................................27

Pass-Through RGB Video..........................................................................................................27

Output RGB Connectors............................................................................................................27

Output Modes............................................................................................................................. 27

Default Power Buttons............................................................................................................... 28

Output Positioning......................................................................................................................28

Advanced Input Settings..............................................................................................................29

Remote Operation........................................................................................................................ 36

RS-232 Control ..........................................................................................................................36

IN1408 Serial Commands..........................................................................................................37

IR Remote Control......................................................................................................................41

Specifications................................................................................................................................42

Troubleshooting............................................................................................................................44

Product Dimensions.....................................................................................................................49

Warranty.......................................................................................................................................50

Product Overview

DESCRIPTION

IN1408 is the first video and RGB scaler offering DVI digital video inputs and can accept virtually any popular video signal format. The IN1408 Video/DVI Scaler combines superb video scaling for video, RGB computer video and DVI digital video signals with 8 Input A/V switching capability. The IN1408 is a powerful system integration tool that makes it easy to connect a variety of analog and TMDS digital (DVI / DFP) signal sources to data, presentation and HDTV displays with analog or DVI inputs.

PRODUCT FEATURES

Sophisticated Motion Compensation Circuitry — Detects the original source material and selects the optimal formula to eliminate motion artifacts. The scaler automatically switches to adaptive frame mode (inverse 3:2 pulldown) with film-originated video sources.

Advanced Quad Standard Video Decoding - A high quality video decoder in the IN1408 provides accurate video decoding of composite video and S-Video signals in the NTSC, PAL, SECAM and NTSC 4.43 video standards.

Advanced RGB Scaling - The IN1408 also provides superb up-scaling and refresh rate changing for 640 x 480, 800 x 600 and 1024 x 768 resolution RGB video signals, making it an excellent companion for LCD and DLP display devices that have marginal, on-board video scaling capability.

DVI Input/Output – provides a direct digital connection for projectors, plasma panels and flat panel displays with DVI/DFP inputs.

Large LCD Status Display – that is conveniently embedded in the IN1408 front panel offers an easily viewable display of the system menu and settings.

Flexible Control Options – allow the user to control all the settings using the large LCD Display or On-Screen Menu. All functions can also be controlled using the front panel controls, RS-232 serial commands or the optional CTL120 IR remote control.

Selectable Output Resolution - The IN1408 provides a progressive scan output signal at standard resolutions and refresh rates, ensuring optimal compatibility and exceptional image quality with a wide range of CRT, LCD, DMD, LCOS, and Plasma display devices.

Selectable Refresh Rate – allows the IN1408 to display a remarkably solid, flicker-free image when using CRT monitors and projectors, the IN1408 output vertical refresh rate is adjustable from 60 Hz to 120 Hz.

8-Input Video / Audio Switcher - The IN1408 provides multiple inputs and flexible switching capability to accommodate a variety of applications. Stereo audio-follow-video switching is provided for all eight inputs.

Digital Freeze Frame - provides a high quality still image for applications that require close examination of a specific video frame.

Video Blank Button - allows the video image to be suppressed, outputting a solid black signal. On Screen Menus - provide easy control of video adjustments including hue, color, contrast,

brightness, gamma, sharpness, image size, image position and edge blanking. Individual image settings can be optimized and stored for each input.

Image Size, Position and Edge Blanking Controls – allows for easy precise fitting of the active video image to the display area and provide for multiple aspect ratios by using individual horizontal and vertical image adjustments.

Comprehensive Aspect Ratio Controls are provided for 4:3, letterbox, and anamorphically enhanced signal sources. The Anamorphic mode provides vertical image squeezing and lets users take full advantage of the superior image quality offered on anamorphically enhanced DVDs.

Advanced Input Adjustment Controls - are provided to optimize the unit when used with nonstandard input signals. Input signal adjustments include: Total Pixels, Active Pixels, Active Lines, Horizontal and Vertical Blanking, Phase and Scan Type.

Blue Screen Feature - provides a full screen blue image that acts as a test signal and is ideal for setting up the output resolution, refresh rate, position settings, and to verify connection to the output display device.

128 User Memories – stores all video, audio and input parameters to allow the unit to be optimized for a large number of sources and gives the capability to recall those settings quickly.

RS-232 Serial Control - is provided for all scaler functions including input selections, image adjustments and output settings.

Two Analog Video Outputs — Output 1 (15-Pin HD) can be set for RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB signal format and is ideal for connecting to displays with RGB analog inputs. Output 2 (5 BNCs) can be set for RGBHV / RGBS / RGsB or component video format, letting you connect to HDTV displays and other devices that accept progressive component video input signals.

Rack Mountable - The IN1408 can be mounted in a 2U rack space using the MTR102 rack ears (provided).

Stereo Audio Switching – capability for balanced and unbalanced audio signals with volume control and mute.

Digital Audio Switching – The IN1408 is equipped with four digital audio inputs that accept signals from computer sound cards with SPDIF digital outputs and DVD players with coaxial digital audio outputs.

Compatibility

VIDEO INPUTS

The IN1408 Video Scaler accepts composite and S-Video signals in the NTSC, PAL, SECAM and NTSC 4.43 video standards on all eight inputs. Inputs 5 - 8 are universal inputs that also accept component video, progressive component video, RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB or computer pass through. Inputs 5&6 have the added feature of accepting TMDS (single link ) dig ital v ideo sig nals from computers with DVI or DFP digital video ports. When inputs 5 - 8 are set for passive mode, they are compatible with virtually any signal format at any resolution and refresh rate.

AUDIO INPUTS

Analog Audio Signals

Inputs 1 - 8 include a 5-pin captive screw terminal for analog audio input. All eight analog stereo audio inputs are compatible with balanced and unbalanced line level signals from a VCR, DVD player, computer audio card, or any other audio device that delivers a stereo line level signal.

Digital Audio Signals Inputs 5-8 are equipped to accept digital audio signals from DVD players with coaxial digital outputs, computer sound cards with SPDIF digital audio outputs and other devices that feature similar digital audio output signals. The selected digital audio input signal is routed passively to the digital audio output with no signal processing.

VIDEO OUTPUTS

Resolutions and Refresh Rates

The IN1408 features selectable output resolutions from 640 x 480 up to 1365 x 1024 to match the optimum or native resolution of virtually any display device. The unit provides a progressive scan output signal at standard resolutions and refresh rates, ensuring optimal compatibility and exceptional image quality with a wide range of CRT, LCD, DMD, D-ILA, and Plasma display devices.

The output refresh rate is also selectable as desired. When used with LCD or DMD displays, the 60 Hz output setting is recommended. Higher output refresh rates may be selected for use on CRT type displays in order to reduce flicker and provide enhanced ergonomics.

The IN1408 provides three video outputs: a DVI Digital Video connector, 5 BNC connectors (RGB or component format), a 15-Pin HD (VGA) connector. Since the three sources are active simultaneously, the IN1408 can directly drive three separate display devices. The output signal format can be set to Component, RGBHV, RGBS or RGsB as required.

AUDIO OUTPUTS

Analog Stereo Audio

The analog stereo audio output provides a balanced or unbalanced line level output signal (see page 5 for output wiring diagram). This output can drive any line level compatible audio unit, or a local device such as powered speakers. The output level is adjustable using the volume control.

Digital Audio

The digital audio output provides a digital signal that is compatible with receivers and decoders that feature coaxial digital audio inputs.

)RU%DODQFHG6WHUHR$XGLR2XWSXW

Installation

This section offers step-by-step instructions for installing the IN1408 Video Scaler. An application diagram showing typical connections is provided on the page 8.

Á Note Prior to initiating the installation procedure, ensure that the power switch is in the

off mode on the IN1408 and there is no power supply cord connection to the unit.

1.) Place / install the IN1408 at the desired location. Make sure that the unit is seated on a

flat surface or is securely installed in a standard 19” equipment rack using the MTR102 rack ears (provided). The IN1408 is exactly 2U high without will be located in the space directly below the scaler, the rubber feet on the bottom of the unit must be removed before mounting it in the equipment rack.

2.) The IN1408 features a DVI video output, a 5-BNC video output and a 15-Pin HD video

output for easy connections to a variety of display devices:

• Digital display devices can be connected directly to the IN1408 DVI output. If the

video source features a DFP connector, use the appropriate IN9700 Series cable, DFP / DVI Patch Cable or DFP / DVI adapter (a complete list of available INLINE digital video cables and adapters can be found on page 9).

• Display devices that feature BNC input connectors can be connected directly to the

IN1408 BNC video output using three, four or five BNC cables (for RGsB, RGBS or RGBHV, respectively) or a multi-conductor RGBHV, RGBS or RGB cable. The INLINE IN7000 / IN7200 / IN7300 Series cables are well suited for this purpose (see the RGB Input / Output Installation Cables table on page 42). While making connections, take care to insure that the red output is connected to the red input, green output is connected to the green input, etc.

• Display devices with a 15-pin HD input can be connected directly to the IN1408 15-

Pin HD output port using a standard VGA cable. INLINE’s IN8000 Series flexible VGA cables offer exceptional performance and are available in a variety of lengths.

Á Note: Since all three outputs are active simultaneously, the IN1408 can directly drive three

separate display devices.

3.) Connect the IN1408 analog stereo audio output (5-pin captive screw terminal) to the audio

system’s line level input (mixer, amplifier, powered speakers, etc.). The output can be set for balanced or unbalanced output signal as required by wiring the output appropriately (see wiring diagram below). The analog audio output connector will accept stranded or solid cables from 20 - 26 AWG.

)RU8QEDODQFHG6WHUHR$XGLR2XWSXW

the feet. If other equipment

5LJKW

/HIW

5LJKW*URXQG

/HIW*URXQG

5LJKW 5LJKW

/HIW /HIW

5LJKW*URXQG

/HIW*URXQG

4.) Connect the IN1408 digital audio output (RCA female) to a compatible digital audio decoder

such as a receiver or digital audio processor. Use a 75 ohm cable to make the connection between the IN1408 digital audio output and the sound system’s coaxial digital audio input.

5.) Connect the video / computer video source(s) to the appropriate IN1408 input

connectors. All eight inputs can accept either a composite video signal or an S-Video signal. Inputs 5 - 8 are universal inputs that also accept interlaced component video, progressive component video, RGBHV, RGBS, or RGsB video signals. For more details, see Video Signal Input Connection Guide for Inputs 5 - 8 on page 7.

• Composite video sources with BNC output connectors can be connected using an

IN7200-1 Series high-resolution single coax cable. Devices with an RCA output connector can be connected using an IN9101 BNC to RCA adapter cable.

• S-Video Sources may be connected using an IN9098 4-Pin Mini DIN Male to 2-BNC Male

adapter cable (6’ long).

Key Concept

On Inputs 1 through 4, Video input signals must only be connected to either the composite video or the S-video connector on any one input.

DO NOT connect composite video and S-Video signals simultaneously on the same input!

• Component video sources and Progressive component video sources may be

connected to Input 5, 6, 7 or 8 using an IN9101 RCA to BNC adapter cable or an IN7300-3 Series 3-BNC cable. Ensure that the component video signals are connected to the correct connectors.

RGsB / RGBS / RGBHV Video Signals from video and computer video sources can be

•

connected to Input 5, 6, 7 or 8 by using three, four or five BNC cables or a multiconductor RGBHV, RGBS or RGB "snake". The IN7000 / IN7200 / IN7300 Series cables are well suited for this purpose (see RGB Input / Output Installation Cables on page 42). While making connections, ensure that the red output is connected to the red input, green output to the green input, etc.

• Digital Video sources can be connected to the DVI ports on Inputs 5 and 6.

Video Signal Connection Guide for Input s 5 - 8

When making connections to inputs 5, 6, 7 or 8, take care to connect each signal component to the correct BNC connectors as indicated in the table below:

Signal Type

Red

BNC

Green

BNC

Blue

BNC

H / C

Sync

V Sync

BNC

BNC Composite Video S-Video Component - Interlaced

Component - Progressive RGsB RGBS RGBHV

C Y

R-Y Y B-Y

Cr Y Cb Pr Y Pb

R Gs B R G B S R G B H V

5LJKW

5LJKW

6.) Connect the audio signals to the appropriate inputs:

Analog Audio Signals: All eight Inputs will accept balanced or unbalanced stereo audio signals. Connect the audio signals to the 5-pin captive screw connectors according to the wiring diagram below:

)RU%DODQFHG6WHUHR$XGLR,QSXW)RU8QEDODQFHG6WHUHR$XGLR,QSXW

5LJKW

5LJKW*URXQG

/HIW*URXQG

/HIW

/HIW*URXQG

/HIW /HIW

Digital Audio Signals: Inputs 5 - 8 will also accept digital audio signals from a DVD player, computer with a SPDIF digital audio output or other devices with a coaxial digital audio output. Connect these digital audio signals to the Digital Audio RCA connectors.

7.)

If desired, connect a control system, computer or other serial command source to the RS-232 remote connector. For more information about serial control of the IN1408, see the Remote Operations Section on page 36.

8.)

Connect power to the IN1408 using the IN9230 IEC power cable (included).

9.) Turn on the video sources, the IN1408, the data display device(s) and the audio output

equipment (if applicable).

10.) Using the front panel controls or RS-232 commands, adjust and store the parameters for each

input source.

Key Concept

To ensure proper operation, it is critical that you set each input to match the format of the signal connected to that input (i.e. composite, S-video, componenet, RGBHV, etc.) See Signal Format under the INPUT MENU section on page 17 for details.

11.) Set the output resolution and refresh rate to match your display device / installation

requirement. Refer to the Output Menu Section on page 21. For more information on selecting an appropriate resolution / refresh rate, see Choosing the Optimal Resolution and Refresh Rate on page 25.

12.) The default output format for the BNC connectors is RGBHV. If you need a Progressive

Component video output signal, use the BNC Output menu selection to set the format as required (see page 22).

IN1408 VIDEO / DVI SCALER

APPLICATION DIAGRAM

= Analog Video = DVI Video = Analog Audio = Digital Audio

VHS VCR

Composite Video

S-VIDEO COMPOSITE VIDEO

RGB

R-Y Y B-Y R-Y Y B-Y

RGBH/C V

1x2 DVI Distribution Amplifier

INPUT 1

input devices

DVD Player

S-Video

INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4

AUDIO 1

–

S-VIDEO COMPOSITE VIDEO

INPUT 5

Digital Audio 5

H/C V

DSS Receiver

S-Video

AUDIO 2

–

Video Conferencing

S-VIDEO COMPOSITE VIDEO

DVI

S-Video

AUDIO 3

–

RGB

R-Y Y B-Y R-Y Y B-Y

RGBH/C

Digital Audio 7

S-VIDEO

COMPOSITE VIDEO

INPUT 7

INPUT 8INPUT 6

Digital Audio 8

AUDIO 4

–

H/C V

AUDIO 5

DIGITAL ANALOG

–

sound system

Digital Surround Sound

DVIDVI

AUDIO 6

DIGITAL ANALOG

–

Analog Stereo

AUDIO INPUTS

DIGITAL ANALOG

VIDEO OUTPUTS

RGB

R-Y Y B-Y

AUDIO 7

AUDIO 8

DIGITAL ANALOG DIGITAL ANALOG

–

TECHNICAL SUPPORT:

(800) 882-7117

(714) 921-4100

www.inlineinc.com

MADE IN U.S.A.

–

control

Control System

AUDIO

OUTPUTS

–

90-260 VAC; 0.5A; 47-63 HZ

RS-232

TX RXGND

CTL120 Infrared Remote (optional)

To Infrared Sensor on Front Panel

Computer

with DVI Output

Document Camera

with DVI Output

Laptop DVD with Progressive

Component Video Output

Plasma Display with DVI Input

Data Projector

with DVI Input

Progressive Component

input devices output devices

HDTV

Data

Projector

INLINE Digital Video Cables and Adapters

IN9700 High Performance Digital Video Cables

IN9725-1: DFP Male to DFP Male, 25’ IN9735-1: DFP Male to DFP Male, 35’ IN9750-1: DFP Male to DFP Male, 50’ IN9775-1: DFP Male to DFP Male, 75’

IN9725-2: DFP Male to DVI Male, 25’ IN9735-2: DFP Male to DVI Male, 35’ IN9750-2: DFP Male to DVI Male, 50’ IN9775-2: DFP Male to DVI Male, 75’

IN9725-3: DVI Male to DVI Male, 25’ IN9735-3: DVI Male to DVI Male, 35’ IN9750-3: DVI Male to DVI Male, 50’ IN9775-3: DVI Male to DVI Male, 75’

DFP / DVI Digital Video Patch Cables

DFPM-DFPM-3: DFPM-DFPM-6:

DFPM-DFPM-15:

DFPM-DVIM-3: DFPM-DVIM-6:

DFPM-DVIM-15:

DVIM-DVIM-3: DVIM-DVIM-6:

DVIM-DVIM-15:

DFP / DVI Adapters

IN9280: Digital Video Adapter, MDR20 Female to DVI Male

DFP Digital Video Cable, MDR20 Male to Male, 3’ DFP Digital Video Cable, MDR20 Male to Male, 6’ DFP Digital Video Cable, MDR20 Male to Male, 15’

DFP / DVI Digital Video Adapter Cable, MDR20 Male to DVI Male, 3’ DFP / DVI Digital Video Adapter Cable, MDR20 Male to DVI Male, 6’ DFP / DVI Digital Video Adapter Cable, MDR20 Male to DVI Male, 15’

DVI Digital Video Cable, DVI Male to Male, 3’ DVI Digital Video Cable, DVI Male to Male, 6’ DVI Digital Video Cable, DVI Male to Male, 15’

IN1408 VIDEO/DVI SCALER

CONNECTORS & CONTROLS

Rear

View

Front View

90-260 VAC; 0.5A; 47-63 HZ

TECHNICAL SUPPORT:

(800) 882-7117 (714) 921-4100

www.inlineinc.com

MADE IN U.S.A.

INPUT 1

S-VIDEO COMPOSITE VIDEO

AUDIO 1

–

INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4

INPUT 7

AUDIO INPUTS

VIDEO OUTPUTS

AUDIO

OUTPUTS

S-VIDEO COMPOSITE VIDEO

AUDIO 2

–

S-VIDEO COMPOSITE VIDEO

AUDIO 3

–

S-VIDEO

RGB

R-Y Y B-Y R-Y Y B-Y

H/C V

RGBH/C V

INPUT 5

INPUT 8INPUT 6

RGB

R-Y Y B-Y R-Y Y B-Y

H/C V

RGBH/C V

COMPOSITE VIDEO

AUDIO 4

AUDIO 5

DIGITAL ANALOG

AUDIO 6

DIGITAL ANALOG

AUDIO 7

DIGITAL ANALOG

AUDIO 8

DIGITAL ANALOG DIGITAL ANALOG

–

DVIDVI

DVI

RGB

R-Y Y B-Y

–

TX RXGND

RS-232

IN1408

Vide o / DVI Scal er

MUTE

AUDIO

VOLUME

INPUT SELECT

748

BLANK

FREEZE FRAME

ENTER

LCD Status Display

Input Select

Buttons

Blank Button

Infrared Sensor

Mute Button

Volume Control

Menu Button

Enter Button

Freeze Frame

Menu Navigation/ Adjustment Controls

A/C Power Connector

DVI

Output

RGB

Output

RGB/Component

Output

On / Off Power Switch

Video/Audio Inputs 1-4

Video Inputs 5 & 6

Audio Inputs 5-8

Audio Outputs (Digital/Analog)

Video Inputs 7 & 8

RS-232 Serial Control Port

Input: Computer 3 DVI Digital Video Out: 1280x1024 60Hz RGB+Component+DVI

Operation

This section focuses on operating the IN1408 using the front panel controls and commands. All adjustments, set-up functions and switching operations can be performed through the front panel or remotely via RS-232 serial commands or the optional IR remote control. Information on using the optional CTL120 IR remote can be found on page 41.

FRONT PANEL CONTROLS

Input Select: Selects the audio and video source. The large buttons labeled INPUT 1, INPUT 2, INPUT 3, INPUT 4 INPUT 5, INPUT 6, INPUT 7, and INPUT 8 are used to select the desired

input. After turning on the IN1408, press and release the desired INPUT SELECT Button. A green LED will light underneath the button to indicate the selected input. The stereo audio signal associated with the input will automatically be selected at the same time. All audio, video and input settings for each input are stored internally (in memory) so the adjustment(s) will not have to be repeated after they are optimized. To switch to another input, simply press and release another numbered INPUT SELECT Button.

Á Note: When powered up, the scaler automatically returns to the last configuration, including

the last input selected.

The BLANK Button can be used at any time to show a blank screen on the display device. When blank is engaged, the output setting goes to black but the sync signals continue, ensuring that the data display device retains sync lock. Simply press and release the button to engage blanking (the green LED underneath the button will illuminate), and press and release it again to disengage.

Freeze Frame: Allows users to freeze the video signal and display a still image. Simply press and release the button to engage the function (the green LED below the button will illuminate), then press and release again to disengage.

Á Note: The freeze button has no effect on inputs 5 - 8 when they are configured as passive

Volume: The volume buttons are used to regulate the level of the audio signals routed through the scaler. Use the ¾ / ¿ volume buttons to increase / decrease the audio level for the current input. Press and release a button to raise / lower the volume level by one step, or press and hold a button to change the level continuously. Digital sound is a passive signal and can only be muted.

Á Note: The IN1408 saves the volume levels for each input automatically.

Audio Mute: Mutes the audio for the selected input. Press the button to engage (the green LED below the button will illuminate), and press again to disengage.

Menu Buttons: The remaining buttons on the front panel (MENU, ¾, ¿, ½, ¼ and ENTER) are used to access and adjust the on-screen display menu. An illustration of the On Screen Display Menu System is provided on the next page.

Note: The blank button has no effect on inputs 5 - 8 when they are configured as passive

inputs.

inputs

IN1408 ON SCREEN DISPLAY MENU SYSTEM

Video5

Brightness

Contrast

Color Saturation

RGB Gain

Hue

Sharpness

Gamma

Noise Filter

1, 2

3, 4

1, 2

1, 2, 3

1, 2

Comb/Trap1

Reset Video

RGB Gain

3, 4

Red

Green

Blue

Comb/Trap1

Comb Filter

Trap Filter

Both Off

Reset Video

Yes

Notes:

In Executive Mode the available menu items are restricted and only the menu items shown in bold are available.

1. Composite Video

2. S-Video

3. Interlaced Component and Interlaced RGB

4. Progressive Component and Progressive RGB

5. Not available for DVI inputs

6. Inputs 5 and 6

7. Inputs 5 through 8

8. Refresh rates available depend on the current resolution

Audio

Bass

Treble

Balance

Reset Audio

Yes

Input #

Composite

S-Video Component Inter7 Component Prog7

RGBS Interlaced7

RGB Progressive7

DVI Digital6

RGB Passive7

Active Area

Active Pixels Active Lines

Blanking

H-Blanking V-Blanking

Scan Type

Interlaced

Swap Fields

Invert Sync

Input Mode

Auto Detect

Lockout Changes

User Defined

Redetect Now

Main Menu

Video5

Audio

Input

Output

Advanced

Input

Signal Format

Aspect Ratio

Horiz Tracking

Fine Phase

Advanced

Reset Input

Signal Format

Input 1 Input 2 Input 3 Input 4 Input 5 Input 6 Input 7 Input 8

Aspect Ratio

Standard Anamorphic Wide Screen

Wider Screen

Expand

HorizTracking

Very Fast

Fast

Normal

Slow

Advanced

Active Area

Blanking

Total Pixels

Scan Type

Input Mode4

Reset Input

Yes

Output

Resolution

Refresh Rate8

Size

Position

Sync Format

Blue Screen

BNC Output

1,2

3, 4

RGB Gain

Reset Output

1, 2

Resolution

640 x 480 800 x 600

852 x 480 1024 x 768 1152 x 864 1280 x 720 1280 x 768

1280 x 1024

1365 x 765

1365 x 1024

Refresh Rate8

56 Hz 60 Hz 65 Hz 72 Hz 75 Hz

1,2

3, 4

85 Hz

96 Hz 100 Hz 120 Hz

Size

H-Size V-Size

Position

H–position

V-position

Sync Format

RGBHV--

RGBHV++

RGBS

RGBS w/Serr

RGsB

RGsB w/Serr

Blue Screen

Off

BNC Output

Component

RGB

Reset Output

Yes

Advanced

Executive Mode

On Screen Menu

Input Labels

User Memory

Baud Rate Delimiters

Reset RS-232

IR Code Format

Factory Reset

System Info

Executive Mode

On / Off

On Screen Menu

On / Off

Input Labels

Off

On Momentary Reset Label

User Memory

Save

Recall

Reset

Baud Rate

1200 2400 4800

9600 19200 38400 57600

Delimiters

Parenthesis

Brackets

Braces

Slashes

Less & Greater

Signs ! #

Reset RS-242

Yes / No

IR Code Format

Code Bank A (001) Code Bank B (028)

Factory Reset

Yes

System Info

Input #

Signal Format

Input Horiz Input Vert. Output Size

Output Horiz.

Output Vert. Sync Format

Version

ON SCREEN MENU

To access the main menu, press the MENU or ENTER Button. Use the arrow buttons to maneuver around within the menu display. Press ENTER to select and save a command, or press MENU to exit (out of the menu). All audio, video, input and output settings for each input and each output mode are stored internally (in memory) so the adjustments will not have to be repeated after they are optimized.

The MAIN MENU commands and their functions are:

VIDEO - Changes input signal video parameters AUDIO - Changes input signal audio parameters INPUT - Changes input signal parameters OUTPUT - Changes output signal parameters ADVANCED - Displays advanced options

Menu Commands

Save It or Lose It!

After you have optimized a setting, save it by pressing the ENTER BUTTON. It is critical another menu function, otherwise your new adjustment will be lost.

VIDEO MENU

The IN1408 allows users to manually adjust the brightness, contrast, RGB gain, color, hue, sharpness, gamma, noise filter, and comb / trap filter settings.

To access the video adjustment menu via the front panel control buttons, press the desired INPUT SELECT Button, press MENU, press the ¿ or ¾ button (if necessary) to reach the video menu, then press ENTER. Use the ¾ and ¿ buttons and the ENTER key to select the setting you wish to adjust. After selecting a setting, use the ½ and ¼ buttons to make the adjustments. Press and release a button to move by one step in either direction. Press and hold a button to move continuously through the adjustment range. Once you’ve optimized the setting for the current input, press ENTER to save.

Key Concept

If these settings seem confusing, we recommend that you experiment with the MENU, ¾, ¿, ½, ¼ and ENTER Buttons until you familiarize yourself with the IN1408 front panel control operations. It’s a good idea to get comfortable using these buttons to navigate through the on-screen menu system before moving on to other sections of this manual. If you get lost, enter unfamiliar territory or are afraid of making an improper selection, pressing the MENU button allows you to leave the menu system safely without making any changes. We also recommend that, unless you’re a qualified audiovisual technician, you should avoid entering the Advanced Menu

that you save the setting before proceeding to another input or

The following video adjustment parameters can be controlled via the on-screen menu system which can be accessed using the front panel buttons or the optional CTL120 IR remote control. See page 41 for information on using the CTL120 IR remote.

Á Note:

Video adjustments do not affect inputs configured for RGB passive.

Brightness Setting: Adjusts the input signal brightness.

Range: 0 to 255 Factory Default Setting: 128 Operation: Press ½ button to increase the brightness.

Press ¼ button to decrease the brightness.

Contrast: Adjusts the difference between the input signal’s brightest and darkest settings. At the minimum setting the entire picture is displayed at about the same brightness (very grayish). At the maximum setting there is a great difference between the darkest and lightest parts of the screen.

Range: 0 to 255 Factory Default Setting: 128 Operation: Press ½ button to increase the contrast.

Press ¼ button to decrease the contrast. Color Saturation: Adjusts the color saturation of the picture over a wide range. Setting this control

to 0 will remove most of the color. This control is only available for composite and S-Video signals.

Range: 0 to 255 Factory Default Setting: 128 Operation: Press ½ button to increase the color.

Press ¼ button to decrease the color.

RGB Gain: Changes the input signal gain (contrast) for each individual color. This control is only available for component video, RGBHV, RGBS and RGsB signal formats. Red, green and blue

controls are available.

Range: 0 to 255 Factory Default Setting: 128 Operation: Press ½ button to increase the Red, Green or Blue Gain.

Press ¼ button to decrease the Red, Green or Blue Gain.

Hue (NTSC Signals Only): Adjusts the picture’s color towards red or green. This control is only available for composite and S-Video signals.

Range: 0 to 255 Factory Default Setting: 128 Operation: Press ½ button to increase the green.

Press ¼ button to increase the red.

Sharpness: Uses variable filtering to affect input picture detail and definition. This control is only available for composite, S-Video, component interlaced and RGBS interlaced signals.

Range: 0 to 8 Factory Default Setting: 3 Operation: Press ½ button to increase the sharpness.

Press ¼ button to decrease the sharpness. Á Note:

Increasing the sharpness setting gives the visual effect that the noise filter setting is

decreasing. Although the sharpness and noise filter settings seem to offset each other, they are actually two different adjustments that affect two different sets of circuitry. Operators should adjust both settings until optimal picture quality is achieved.

Gamma: The 30 active gamma correction curves programmed into the IN1408 are used to compensate for the non-linear response of many display devices. Before adjusting Gamma, the brightness and contrast controls should be set at factory default positions. Once the proper gamma setting has been achieved, the brightness and contrast settings should then be optimized to fine tune the image. This control is only available for composite and S-Video signals only.

Range: 1 to 30 Factory Default Setting: 10* Operation: Press ½ button to step to higher numbered gamma curves.

Press ¼ button to step to lower numbered gamma curves.

9600 The factory default setting of 10 corresponds to a gamma correction curve of 1.0

Noise Filter: Changes the input signal noise filter.

This control is only available for composite and

S-Video signals.

Range: 0 to 47 Factory Default Setting: 9 Operation: Press ½ button to increase noise filter.

Press ¼ button to decrease noise filter.

Á Note:

Increasing the noise filter setting gives the effect that the picture sharpness setting is

decreasing. Decreasing the noise filter will effectively add more image detail. Review the Sharpness setting section on the previous page.

Comb/Trap Filter: Selects the comb filter, trap filter or turns both off.

This control is only available

for composite signals.

The comb filter electronically provides excellent Luma / Chroma separation (separates the color from the picture signal). This greatly reduces cross-color interference and hanging dots while maintaining image bandwidth and detail (applies to composite, S-Video and Component A signal formats only).

The trap filter extracts luminance from the picture. Generally speaking, the trap filter is usually the preferred setting when running signals from a VCR (as composite video). You may wish to compare both settings to determine which is best for your application.

Reset Video Settings: Resets all video settings to factory default (for current input only).

AUDIO MENU

The IN1408 allows users to manually adjust the bass, treble and balance settings.

Á Note: To access the audio adjustment menu via the front panel control buttons, press the desired INPUT

SELECT Button, press MENU, press the ¿ or ¾ button (if necessary) to reach the audio menu, then press ENTER. Use the ¾ and ¿ buttons and the ENTER key to select the setting you wish to adjust. After selecting a setting, use the ½ and ¼ buttons to make the adjustments. Press and release a button to move by one step in either direction. Press and hold a button to move continuously through the adjustment range. Once you’ve optimized the setting for the current input, press ENTER to save.

The following audio adjustment parameters can be controlled via the on-screen menu system which can be accessed using the IN1408 front panel buttons or the optional CTL120 IR remote control. See page 41 for information on using the CTL120 IR remote.

Á Note:

Bass: Increases / decreases the lower frequencies of the audio signal.

Press ¼ button to decrease the bass frequencies. Treble: Increases / decreases the higher frequencies of the audio signal.

Press ¼ button to decrease the treble frequencies. Balance: Shifts the audio balance toward the right or left audio channels.

Press ¼ button to move the balance toward the left channel. Reset Audio Settings: Resets all audio settings to factory default (for current input only

The only control available for digital audio signals is MUTE.

While on-screen menus are not displayed for Inputs 5 - 8 when set for RGB passive

mode, all audio functions are still available for these inputs

Range: 6 to 27 Factory Default Setting: 16 (0.0dB) Operation: Press ½ button to increase the bass frequencies.

Range: 8 to 25 Factory Default Setting: 16 (0.0dB) Operation: Press ½ button to increase the treble frequencies.

Range: 0 to 31 Factory Default Setting: 16 Operation: Press ½ button to move the balance toward the right channel.

)

INPUT MENU

Key Concept

To access the input menu via the front panel control buttons, press the desired INPUT SELECT Button, press MENU, press the ¿ or ¾ button (if necessary) to reach the input menu, then press ENTER. Use the ¾ and ¿ buttons and the ENTER key to select the setting you wish to adjust. Once you’ve optimized the setting for the current input, press ENTER to save.

Signal Format: Use this control to select the signal format for each input. Inputs 1 - 8 can accept either composite or S-Video signals. Inputs 5 - 8 also accept component, progressive component, RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB or RGB Passive. Inputs 5&6 are the only inputs to accept DVI / TMDS digital video signals. On Inputs 1 - 4, the composite and S-Video connections are internally wired together; therefore, either composite or S-Video can be connected to each input, but not both at the same time. Refer to the Installation Section on page 7 for the specific connections for each signal format.

Signal Formats available are:

• Composite

• S-Video

• Component Interlaced

(Sub-menu selects NTSC / PAL / SECAM format)

• Component Progressive

• RGBS Interlaced

• RGB Progressive

(Sub-menu selects RGBHV / RGBS / RGsB format)

• DVI Digital

• RGB Passive (Passive Switching with No Scaling or Controls Available)

Compatible with RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB, Component Video Progressive or Interlaced Signals

To configure the inputs for a specific Signal Format:

• Press the ENTER or MENU Button to access the main menu.

• Highlight INPUT and press ENTER to access the input menu (use the ¾ and ¿ arrow

buttons to highlight the appropriate menu command).

• Highlight SIGNAL FORMAT and press ENTER to access the input selection menu.

• Highlight the input you want to configure and press ENTER to access the signal format

menu.

• Select the signal format for each individual input (use the ¾ and ¿ buttons to select the

desired signal format).

• Press ENTER to save the signal format into memory.

Hint: Adjust the IN1408 output settings first

. Adjust the resolution, refresh rate, size, position and sync format, along with the display device settings, to fit the video image on the screen (use the blue screen if necessary). Once the IN1408 output settings and the display device settings have been properly adjusted, the IN408 input settings and video adjustments may be configured for each input signal.

Key Concept

It is critical that the signal format be selected properly for each input. If the input is not properly configured to match the input signal, the scaler will not function properly and will either display a distorted image or no image at all. Using the on-screen menu, operators can set / change the input signal format at any time, even when another input is active. For example: an operator can configure the signal format for Input 1 while the display device is presenting a signal that is passing through Input 3. This method is required to deselect the RGB passive signal format, since the on-screen menu cannot be seen while in this mode. These details are discussed in the Pass-Through RGB Video Section on page 27.

Aspect Ratio – The aspect ratio controls can be used to vary the relative image width and height.

They can be used to accommodate various input signal aspect ratios as well as output device aspect ratios. The output aspect ratio is selected by choosing the appropriate resolution in the output menu (see Output Modes Section on page 27).

Standard: For Standard 1.33 input signals (sometimes referred to as full

screen).

Anamorphic: This setting provides vertical image squeezing to accommodate

anamorphically enhanced DVDs.

Wide Screen: For wide screen 1.78 input signals (letterbox).

Wider Screen: For wider screen 2.35 input signals (narrow letterbox). Expand: Designed for wide screen (letterbox) signals viewed on 4:3 aspect

ratio displays. Expand mode zooms in on the center of the image and crops the image vertically and horizontally so that the black bars above and below the image are removed. In this mode, some image is also lost on the right and left hand edges.

Most DVDs and VCRs put out a 4:3 signal. How this signal is filled with video determines its aspect ratio. In the following examples, four different input aspect ratios are shown on the left as they would be displayed in their native 4:3 format. The same signals are shown on the right as they would appear on the output after scaling.

16:9 Display

4:3 Display

Example 1:

Aspect Ratio Setting: Standard

4:3 Display

Example 2:

Aspect Ratio Setting: Wide Screen

16:9 Display

Example 3:

4:3 Display

Aspect Ratio Setting: Anamorphic

16:9 Display

Example 4.

Aspect Ratio Setting: Expand

4:3 Display

Horizontal Tracking:

(Composite / S-Video Signals Only) This control adjusts horizontal sync

tracking to prevent image bending (hooking) along the top of the video image. Various settings are available to compensate for different quality input signals:

Very Fast

For poor quality video signals, such as from a VCR.

Fast For normal quality video signals, such as from a TV. Normal For good quality video signals, such as from a DVD player.

Slow For high quality video signals, such as broadcast video.

Fine Phase: Adjusts the amount of phase shift applied to the input signal. If video noise is

present in the image, the fine phase control may be effective in optimizing the image to remove video noise due to input timing errors. Fine Phase is only available for Interlace Component, Progressive Component, RGBHV, RGBS and RGsB signal formats.

Advanced: The Input menu also includes several adjustments under the Advanced settings option. These adjustments are rarely needed for standard video signals and computer video signals and are mainly designed to optimize the quality when inputting non-standard or proprietary video signals. Most users should not adjust the Advanced Input settings. For additional details on Advanced Input Settings, please see Advanced Input Settings Section on page 29.

Reset Input: Resets all input settings to factory default (for the current input only

OUTPUT MENU

To access the output menu via the front panel control buttons, press MENU, press the ¿ or ¾ button (if necessary) to reach the output menu, then press ENTER. Use the ¾ and ¿ buttons and the ENTER key to select the setting you wish to adjust. Once you’ve optimized the setting for the current output, press ENTER to save.

Output Resolution: This control lets you select the appropriate resolution for your display device. The available resolutions are listed on page 27. Because the IN1408 only scales up, users must choose an output resolution that is greater than or equal to the input size. For instance, you may not select 640 x 480 output with PAL input signals since PAL has more than 480 lines of video.

Refresh Rate: Allows users to choose the optimal refresh rate for their display device.

Á Note: Not all resolution and refresh rate combinations are available. Refer to the chart on

page 27 for a chart of available resolutions / refresh rates.

Key Concept

Of all the settings on the IN1408, perhaps the most critical adjustments are the output resolution and output refresh rates. Setting the scaler to match the capabilities of your data display device will have an enormous impact on the image quality. To achieve the optimum image on your display device, refer to the instructions on pages 25 & 26.

Size: This adjusts the output horizontal and vertical size. It shrinks the size to a percentage of the output resolution selected. The output size is automatically reset anytime a new input aspect ratio is selected. This setting is useful to manually reduce the height of the output signal when an anamorphic input signal is connected. The IN1408 only scales up; therefore, the output size controls will stop at a certain point where the input and output resolution are equal.

Position: Shifts the output image Up / Down / Left / Right on the display device. Unlike input blanking, the Position control does not crop the image or add blank borders. The output position is automatically reset anytime a new input aspect ratio is selected. To quickly access the position adjustment, simply press one of the front panel

¾ ¿ ¼ ½ buttons at any time when the on-screen

menu is not displayed. This immediately shifts the image in the appropriate direction. Press ENTER to accept the new setting. If desired, t

he position control can also be accessed using the Position

on-screen menu item under Output menu. Sync Format: Select an output signal format that is compatible with your display.

RGBHV--

RGB with negative horizontal and vertical sync (default)

RGBHV++ RGB with positive horizontal and vertical sync RGBS RGB with composite sync (without serrations) RGBS w/Serr RGB with composite sync (with serrations) RGsB RGB with sync on green (without serrations) RGsB w/Serr RGB with sync on green (with serrations)

Blue Screen: Available anytime (even when the input settings are incorrectly adjusted or the

input signal is missing entirely), the blue screen may be used as a test signal to adjust the output settings (resolution, refresh rate, size, position and sync format) and verify the image on the monitor. The video and input settings have no effect on the blue screen. Once the output settings have been properly adjusted and verified on the monitor, the blue screen may be turned off to adjust the video and input settings.

BNC Output: Use this menu item to select the color space format for the 5-BNC output. The factory default is RGB color space (RGBHV, RGBS or RGsB). If you are connecting to an HDTV display or other device that requires a component video signal, set this menu item to Component. This adjustment does not affect the 15-Pin HD and DVI output, which always output signals in the RGB color space.

RGB Gain: This is a global setting that can be adjusted to compensate for the color temperature of the display device. This RGB gain setting only applies to composite video and S-video signals.

Range: 0 to 255 Factory Default Setting: 128

Operation: Press ½ button to increase the Red, Green or Blue Gain.

Press ¼ button to decrease the Red, Green or Blue Gain.

Reset Output Settings: Resets all output settings to factory default.

ADVANCED MENU

To access the advanced menu via the front panel control buttons, press MENU, press the ¿ or ¾ button (if necessary) to reach the advanced menu, then press ENTER. Use the ¾ and ¿ buttons and the ENTER key to select the setting you wish to adjust. Once you’ve optimized the setting, press ENTER to save.

Executive Mode: This is a restricted operation mode that permits adjustments of common controls but removes all menu items for advanced controls. Executive Mode is ideal for rental applications, home theater installations and any other application where a non-technical users can select inputs, adjust volume, and make video image quality adjustments, while advanced settings like output resolution / refresh rate, RS-232 communication settings and other advanced adjustments are disabled. When Executive Mode is enabled, all advanced function menu items will now be missing from the on-screen and LCD menus, however, these functions are still available through RS-232 serial commands.

To Enable or Disable Executive mode, use the menu item found under the advanced menu. As shown in the menu tree on page 12, when Executive Mode is enabled only the items shown in bold will be available.

On-Screen Menu: This menu item allows you to enable or disable the on-screen menus. It does not affect the LCD status display, which is always functional.

Input Labels: Each input can display a label on the screen to indicate the name of the current input. The factory default input labels read "Input x", with x being the number of the current input. The IN1408 can also be programmed with custom input labels such as "VCR" , "Camera 5", or "DVD #2" or any other desired text to correspond with the name of the actual source connected to each input. Use the input Select from the following label options:

• On: The labels remain on-screen and change each time a new input is selected.

• Off: The labels remain off and are not displayed.

• Momentary: The label is displayed for 3 seconds anytime a new input is selected.

• Reset: This resets the label to the factory default of “Input #.” This is beneficial if

the label was changed via user memory, or to reset the label if RS-232 control is no longer available.

Á Note: The input label text is user definable via RS-232 commands. Refer to RS-232

Control Section on page 36 for more information.

Factory Reset: Returns all video, audio, input, output and RS-232 settings for all inputs to factory default.

User Memory: The User Memories (from 5 to 128) store all video, audio and input parameters. If a different input signal is applied to the IN1408, the User Memory can be recalled to return the video, audio and input settings for that particular signal. Select from the following options:

• Save: This saves all of the video, audio and input parameters for the current input

into the selected memory.

• Recall: This recalls all of the video, audio and input parameters from the selected

memory into the current input.

• Reset: This resets all video, audio and input parameters for the selected memory

based on the current input mode.

Á Note:

Some parameters such as Active Area and Blanking are input mode dependent.

Before recalling a user memory that has not been previously saved, it is best to reset that particular memory so it will be programmed for the current input mode

Baud Rate: Allows RS-232 remote users to select the baud rate that matches their remote control device system.

Delimiters: Use the on screen menu to select the desired command code delim iters. I N LINE scalers can be set to recognize six sets of leading and end codes when using an RS-232 remote: parentheses ( ), brackets [ ], braces{ }, slashes \ /, less and greater than < >, and signs !#. If desired, several INLINE products may be connected together on the same RS-232 serial control line with each device set for a different delimiter pair. Each unit will only respond to codes sent with the appropriate delimiters and will ignore all other codes.

Reset RS-232 Settings: Resets all RS-232 settings to factory default.

IR Code Format: This menu item selects the IR code format for the IN1408. This may be used

to select an alternative IR code format for installations where the IN1408 IR codes are conflicting with other devices in the room. The factory default is code bank A and will work when the optional CTL120 remote is set to code 001. The alternative code format is code bank B. If the unit is set to Code Bank B, the CTL120 remote must be programmed to code 028 (see the CTL120 operation manual for more information).

System Info: This is an informative display that shows a variety of information about the currently selected input signal and scaler output settings on a single screen. The System Info display may be useful for troubleshooting or to quickly verify various settings. The following information is included in the System Info display:

• Input Source

• Input Horizontal Scan Rate

• If Input is Interlaced

• Output Horizontal Scan Rate

• Output Sync Format

• Input Signal Standard and Format

• Input Vertical Refresh Rate

• Output Resolution

• Output Vertical Refresh Rate

• Program Version Number

Choosing the Optimal Output Resolution and Refresh Rate

Of all the settings on the IN1408, perhaps the most critical adjustment is the output resolution and output refresh rate. Every display device has an optimal or native resolution and an optimal refresh rate. This will vary depending on the type of display technology, if the display has a fixed number of display elements (native resolution), the size of the pixels, the size of the display or display screen, and even the distance of the viewer from the display screen. Setting the IN1408 to the output resolution and refresh rate to match this optim al resolution for y our data display w ill have an enormous impact on the image quality.

Please note that the ideal resolution must also lie within the compatible scan range of the display device. For example, some 27” – 36” presentation monitors are limited to input signals in the 30 – 50 KHz range. If the video scaler’s output resolution and refresh rate settings are too high the signal will not be viewable on the display. Before selecting the output resolution and refresh rate, you should check the specifications page in the operation manual for your display device to verify the compatible horizontal scan range and vertical refresh rates. You may also be able to find this information in the INLINE PRODUCT CATALOG reference section. The Large Screen Data projector list and Large Data Display list include signal compatibility information for both current and obsolete models of data projectors, retro displays, presentation monitors and plasma displays.

CRT DISPLAYS – SELECTING THE GOLDEN RESOLUTION

While CRT displays do not have a native resolution, they will have a “golden resolution,” or sweet spot, for input signal resolution. When the video scaler is set to the g o lden resolution of the CRT display, this will result in a sharp, detailed image without visible scan lines. If the video scaler is set below the golden resolution, the displayed image will have tiny black lines between the image lines. If the video scaler is set above the golden resolution, the lines will actually overlap and the image will appear soft and loose detail because there are more lines and pixels than the display can clearly resolve. When experimenting to find the golden resolution for your CRT display device it is best to set the output refresh rate at 72 Hz and begin at the output resolution indicated in the chart on page 26. You can then try higher and lower resolutions until you achieve the setting that offers both a solid image and excellent picture detail.

CRT DISPLAYS – SELECTING THE OPTIMAL REFRESH RATE

CRT displays may tend to flicker at refresh rates below 70 Hz. In order to achieve a solid, flicker-free image, an output refresh rate of 72 Hz or 75 Hz is recommended for most CRT displays. You should also experiment with even higher refresh rates to see if they create a better image. In some cases, you w ill find that the im ag e suddenly appears better at a higher refresh rate such as 85 Hz.

Keep in mind that as the refresh rate is increased, the horizontal scan rate also increases. This places greater higher bandwidth demands on the video distribution system and the display device. If you select a refresh rate that is too high you will actually see a softer image because the signal is exceeding the bandwidth capabilities of the display device. Extremely high refresh rate settings may also create a compatibility problem because a very high refresh rate may result in a signal that is outside the compatible scan rate of the data display.

FIXED PIXEL DISPLAYS – SELECTING THE OPTIMAL RESOLUTION AND REFRESH RATE

Display devices based on LCD, DLP, LCOS, and plasma display technology have a specific number of display elements, or pixels. This is also referred to as the “native resolution” of the display device. These devices are usually capable of showing higher or lower resolution signals, but can only do this by scaling the image up or down to the native resolution. In order to avoid additional image scaling it is important to know the native resolution of your display device.

Check your operation manual to determine the native resolution of your display device. The video scaler output should be set to match this native resolution. The video scaler output refresh rate should be set to 60 Hz with most LCD, plasma, D-ILA / LCOS and DLP displays. Higher refresh rates are not recommended with these display technologies because they usually do not improve the image and may actually cause compatibility problems.

Display Type Suggested Optimal /

Native Resolution

CRT Displays

15” Data Monitor 800 x 600 / 1024 x 768 72Hz / 75Hz 17” Data Monitor 1024 x 768 72Hz / 75Hz 19” / 21” Data Monitor 1024 x 768 / 1280 x 1024 72Hz – 85Hz 27” – 42” Presentation Monitor 800 x 600 / 1024 x 768 72Hz / 75Hz 32” – 38” HDTV Display (16:9) 1024 x 768 / 1280 x 720 72Hz / 75Hz Data Projector or Retro Display with 7” CRTs Data Projector or Retro Display with 9” CRTs

800 x 600 / 1024 x 768

1024 x 768 / 1280 x 1024

Projectors, Flat Panel and Plasma Display Devices

DMD / DLP Projectors

800 x 600 / 1024 x 768 / 1280 x 720 / 1280 x 1024

LCOS / D-ILA Projectors 1365 x 1024 60Hz

LCD Projectors

800 x 600 / 1024 x 768 / 1280 x 1024 / 1365 x 768

LCD 14” / 15” Flat Panel Display 1024 x 768 60Hz LCD 18” Flat Panel Display 1280 x 1024 60Hz LCD 28" Flat Panel Display 1280 x 768 60 Hz Plasma Display 40” (4:3) 640 x 480 60Hz

Plasma Display 42” (16:9)

852 x 480 / 1024 x 768 / 1280 x 768

Plasma Display 50” / 60" (16:9) (Boxlight

/ Eizo / LG / Pioneer / Runco / Sharp / Viewsonic)

Plasma Display 50” / 60” (16:9) (Fujitsu /

JVC / Luce / Marantz / NEC / Panasonic / RCA / Runco / Samsung / Toshiba)

1280 x 768 56 / 60 /65 Hz Pioneer PDP-505HD:

1365 x 768 60Hz NEC 50": Set Sync

Suggested

Refresh Rate

72Hz – 85Hz

60 Hz

60Hz

Comments

Check Native Resolution of Display. For 848 x 600, set scaler to 800 x 600.

Check Projector's Native Resolution. Very old units may be 640 x 480.

Fujitsu / Sony 42” Plasmas with 1024x1024: Set Scaler to 1024 x 768

Use 56 Hz

Format to RGBHV++

Advanced Operation

PASS-THROUGH RGB VIDEO

Inputs 5 - 8 can be set for RGB passive video. No decoding, scaling or video adjustment functions are available when these inputs are set for passive format. In passive mode, the unit merely acts as an RGB switcher. Since there is a distribution amplifier built into the IN1408, the selected output will appear at both the 5 BNC and the 15-Pin HD (VGA) video outputs.

Key Concept

Blank, freeze, the on screen menu and other video functions are not available for Inputs 5 - 8 when set to RGB passive mode.

Once you have set Input 5, Input 6, Input 7 or Input 8 for RGB passive mode, the IN1408 is functioning as a passive switcher and you will not be able to see any on-screen menus. If you wish to select a different input mode following this procedure:

1. Select Input 1, Input 2, Input 3 or Input 4 (use the front panel Input Select Buttons). The main menu will become available.

2. Using the front panel Menu Buttons, select Input, followed by Signal Format.

3. Select Input 5, Input 6, Input 7 or Input 8, and then select the desired signal format.

Once this change has been made, the proper signal format will be displayed whenever Input 5, Input

6, Input 7 or Input 8

is selected (via the Input Select Buttons).

Á Note: Audio is an active function, and all audio functions are still available, even though the

menu cannot be displayed.

OUTPUT RGB CONNECTORS

The dual RGB outputs of the IN1408 are individually buffered (including RGB passive signals). They may both be connected simultaneously without degradation of the other output. Both are capable of transmitting the RGB signal over 100 feet or more through high quality coaxial cables (see RGB Input / Output Installation Cables Chart on page 43).

OUTPUT MODES

The IN1408 supports the following Output Modes:

Refresh Rate (Hz)

Resolution Mode Aspect Ratio* 56 60 65 72 75 85 96 100 120

640 x 480 VGA 4:3 800 x 600 SVGA 4:3

852 x 480 HDTV - 480p 16:9 1024 x 768 XGA 4:3 1152 x 864 4:3 1280 x 720 HDTV – 720p 16:9 1280 x 768 16:9

1280 x 1024 SXGA 5:4

1365 x 768 Wide XGA 16:9

1365 x 1024 4:3

DEFAULT POWER-UP BUTTONS

An output mode, output sync format or a factory reset may be selected without the use of the IN1408 menu. This is particularly useful if the monitor does not display an image or if the image is scrambled. Simply hold down the front panel button while turning on the IN1408. The front panel buttons perform the following functions:

INPUT 1: INPUT 2: INPUT 3: INPUT 4: BLANK: FREEZE: MENU: LEFT: UP: DOWN: RIGHT: ENTER:

Factory Reset Set Output Format to RGBHV-Set Output Format to RGBHV++ Set Output Format to RGBS Set Output Format to RGsB Enable Front Panel 640 x 480 @ 60 Hz 800 x 600 @ 60 Hz 1024 x 768 @ 60 Hz 1152 x 864 @ 60 Hz 1280 x 1024 @ 60 Hz Factory Reset

OUTPUT POSITIONING

The output position may be adjusted without entering the main menu sequence. Pressing the arrow keys selects the output position controls if the menu is not on. Afterwards, press enter to save the output position, or press menu to exit without saving the setting.

The output position simply moves the image on the monitor. It does not add blank borders or crop any part of the image. However, the apparent effect of blank borders and a cropped image may be due to the imag e being incorrectly positioned on the monitor. The blue screen is available to adjust the output image on the monitor. It as available at any time, even when the input settings are incorrectly adjusted or the input signal is missing entirely. Use the blue screen to adjust the output settings (resolution, refresh rate, size, position and sync format) and to v erify the image on the monitor. The video and input settings have no effect on the blue screen. Once the output settings have been properly adjusted and verified on the monitor, the blue screen can be turned off, and the video and input settings may then be adjusted.

Advanced Input Settings

Á Note: The Advanced Input Settings adjustments are a complex and powerful set of

adjustments designed to optimize the unit for non-standard video and RGB signals. Since most users will never encounter such signals, only qualified A/V technicians should adjust the Advanced Input Settings

The IN1408 adjusts automatically for different input and output modes. However, in cases where the input signal has slightly different timing or is a non-standard mode, some settings may be adjusted manually. All settings for each input and output mode (including non-standard input modes) are stored internally so the adjustments will not have to be repeated after they are optimized. The various input settings are outline below.

Á Note: Figure 1 and the formulas and figures included on the following pages will assist in

the adjustment of these settings.

• Active Pixels: The number of pixels per line inside the input active area.

• Active Lines: The number of lines per frame inside the input active area. For interlaced

input signals, this number refers to the lines per frame after de-interlacing, not the number of lines per field.

• H-Blanking: The number of pixels per line inside the blanking area that is on the left side

of the active area (including the horizontal sync width and the horizontal back porch).

• V-Blanking: The number of lines per frame inside the blanking area that is above the

active area (including the vertical sync height and the vertical back porch).

• Total Pixels:* The total number of pixels per line including the blanking on both sides

of the input active area (active, horizontal sync width, back porch and front porch). Refer to the Advanced Input Settings Section on pages 31- 35 to determine how to set the total pixels. The total number of lines per frame including the blanking above and below the active area is determined by the input signal and cannot be adjusted by the user.

• Scan Type:* Three options are available:

o Interlaced - for interlaced signals o Swap fields - to swap the interlaced fields (if necessary) o Invert Sync - to invert the sync polarity (if necessary)

• Input Mode:* Four options are available:

o Auto Detect: The default mode at power up that allows the IN1408 to

automatically detect new input modes and adjust accordingly.

o Lockout Changes: Prevents the IN1408 from switching back and forth between

input modes, or flickering when small input mode changes occur (such as from a VCR in fast forward or reverse).

o User Defined: All input modes have the same user definable settings, however,

they are restricted to values close to the input mode detected. If a full range of values is necessary, the user-defined mode may be manually selected.

Á Note:

If auto detect cannot determine the input mode, the user defined mode is selected

automatically.

o Redetected Now: The IN1408 automatically reconfigures when each new input

mode is detected and each new output mode is selected. In the event that the scaler does not detect a change in the input mode, or should the input / output settings become invalid, the Redetect Now option allows users to initiate a new detection sequence and reload the input / output settings.

* These items are only available for interlaced component, progressive component, interlaced RGBS, and progressive RGBHV, RGBS and RGsB signal formats.

Adjusting Advanced Input Settings

Blanking Area

H-Blanking

Active Pixels

V-Blanking

Active Lines

Total Lines

Active Area

Tot al Pix el s

Figure 1. Input Settings

The input settings control the following:

• H-Blanking:

• Active Pixels:

• Total Pixels:

• V-Blanking:

• Active Lines:

Use these controls to match the input video signal, framing the actual active area. Á Note:

Active pixels and total pixels are interactive. Setting one may require re-adjusting the

other.

Left edge of image Right edge of image Right edge of image Top edge of image Bottom edge of image

Input Blanking Adjustment

In Figure 2, the input blanking is set incorrectly (as indicated by the dashed lines). If the H-Blanking is set less than the actual H-Blanking, the IN1408 will look for the active area before it really occurs. This results in a blank border on the left side of the active area, and cropping on the right side of the active area. This gives the apparent effect that the image is shifted to the right. Similarly, if the VBlanking is set less than the actual V-Blanking, the IN1408 will again look for the active area before it really occurs. This results in a blank border on top of the active area, and cropping on the bottom of the active area. This gives the apparent effect that the image is shifted down.

Incorrect Blanking

V-Blanking

Active Blanking Area

H-Blanking

Active Area

Figure 2. Incorrect Input Blanking

Do not confuse input blanking with the output position. The input blanking adjusts where the electronic scaling process takes effect, which may add blank borders or crop the active area if set incorrectly. The input blanking and active area should be manually adjusted to match the input video signal, framing the actual active area of the input signal.

The output position simply moves the image on the monitor. It does not add blank borders or crop any part of the image. However, the apparent effect of blank borders and a cropped image may be due to the image being incorrectly positioned on the monitor. The blue screen is available to adjust the output image on the monitor. It as available at any time, even when the input settings are incorrectly adjusted or the input signal is missing entirely. Use the blue screen to adjust the output settings (resolution, refresh rate, size, position and sync format) and to verify the image on the monitor. The video and input settings have no effect on the blue screen. Once the output settings have been properly adjusted and verified on the monitor, the blue screen can be turned off, and the video and input settings may then be adjusted.

Active Area

Active Area Adjustmen t

In Figure 3, the active area is adjusted incorrectly, as shown by the dashed lines. If the active pixels are set less than the actual active pixels, the IN1408 will only look for the active area inside this smaller region. This results in an active area containing fewer pixels than are really present. This gives the apparent effect that the picture is stretched horizontally. Similarly, if the active lines are set less than the actual active lines, the IN1408 will again only look for the active area inside the smaller region. This results in an active area containing fewer lines than are really present. This gives the apparent effect that the image is stretched vertically.

Blanking

Incorrect Active Area

Active Pixels

Act i ve Lines

Figure 3. Incorrect Active Area

Depending on the RGB source, the following input modes may have the same horizontal scan rate and vertical refresh rate. The differences between these input modes will not be detected. The input aspect ratio will automatically be maintained at the output by inserting blank borders around the image. However, if you want to fill the entire monitor, the input aspect ratio may be set by adjusting the active pixels or active lines, according to the input mode. This will stretch the image to fill the entire monitor. The total pixels may also be adjusted to match the input mode as shown in the table below:

Predefined Input Mode Settings - Partial Table

Table 1. Input Modes for Horizontal Scan Rate = 31.5 kHz and Vertical Refresh Rate = 60 Hz

Active Pixels Active Lines Aspect Ratio Total Pixels

640 480 4:3 780 (progressive NTSC) 640 350 64:35 800 640 400 8:5 800 640 480 4:3 800 (factory default) 720 350 72:35 900 720 400 9:5 900

Table 2. Input Modes for Horizontal Scan Rate = 15.7 kHz and Vertical Refresh Rate = 60 Hz

Active Pixels Active Lines Aspect Ratio Total Pixels

768 480 8:5 910 NTSC 14.3 720 480 3:2 858 NTSC 13.5 640 480 4:3 780 NTSC 12.3 (default)

Total Pixels Adjustment

In Figure 4, the total pixels are adjusted incorrectly. There are several ways to set the total pixels. It is best to set the total pixels according to the input signal specifications. Otherwise, if the input pixel clock is known, the input total pixels may be calculated from the formula shown below. The input horizontal scan rate, as measured by the IN1408, can be found in the Advanced Menu Section under System Info (see page 23).

Multiplying the input active pixels by 1.3 may approximate the input total pixels. Also, the input total pixels may be adjusted to minimize any faint vertical lines that may be seen within the image, as shown below in Figure 4.

The total pixels may be adjusted to move the lines closer together or further apart. Adjust the total pixels until the lines are furthest apart or until they are completely out of view. If one line still remains, it may be moved out of view using the phase adjustment. The input active pixels and total pixels are interactive. Setting one may require readjustment of the other.

1. Set input total pixels according to input signal specifications.

2. Input total pixels = input pixel clock / input horizontal scan rate.

3. Input total pixels ≈ 1.3 x input active pixels.

4. Set input total pixels to minimize faint vertical lines (see Figure 4).

5. After the input active pixels have been set correctly, adjust total pixels for the correct active width.

Blanking Area

Active

Area

Tot al Pixe ls

Figure 4. Incorrect Total Pixels

Remote Operation

RS-232 CONTROL

The IN1408 RS-232 serial control port accepts serial commands from a control system, computer serial port, or any other device capable of sending out serial ASCII commands at compatible baud rates. A complete listing of RS-232 codes is included on the following pages.

Communication Protocol:

8 data bits 1 stop bit No parity check 9600 baud (factory default setting)

Baud Rate Selection:

The IN1408 has a factory default baud rate of 9600 bps and can communicate at baud rates from 1200 up to 57,600. Baud rates can be selected using the Advanced Menu (see page 23).

Á Note:

Command Code Structure and Delimiters:

All commands sent to the unit must contain a leading code, the command code, and an ending code. Each command must be completely executed before the unit will accept a new command.

INLINE scalers can be set to recognize six sets of leading and end codes (delimiters) when using an RS-232 remote: parentheses ( ), brackets [ ], braces{ }, slashes \ /, less and greater than < >, and signs !#. The factory default serial delimiters are [ ]. Note: Only the IN1408 that has the same delimiters as the remote controller will respond.

A complete command consists of: [ The leading code CH3 The command code. ] The ending code

Example: [CH3] commands the IN1408 to select channel 3.

Serial Control Cable Wiring

When controlling only one IN1408 unit, connect the RS-232 cable as follows:

When controlling multiple IN1408 units, connect the RS-232 cable as follows:

Key Concept

The baud rate transmitted must match the baud rate selected on the IN1408

Controller Transmit to IN1408 Receive Controller Ground to IN1408 Ground Controller Receive to IN1408 Transmit

Controller Transmit to Each IN1408 Receive Controller Ground to Each IN1408 Ground Controller Receive to Only one IN1408 Transmit

When controlling multiple units, the Controller Receiver Terminal must connect to only one IN1408 Transmit Terminal. Multiple IN1408 Transit Lines may not be connected together; otherwise signal contention from multiple units will result. Therefore, “receive” information is only available from one IN1408 in this configuration. Each unit must be set to different delimiters.

IN1408 SERIAL COMMANDS

COMMAND DESCRIPTION

ACI3 set baud rate to 1200

ACI4 set baud rate to 2400 ACI5 set baud rate to 4800 ACI6 set baud rate to 9600** ACI7 set baud rate to 19,200 ACI8 set baud rate to 38,400 ACI9 set baud rate to 57,600 ACI? return baud rate AL+ increase active lines AL- decrease active lines AL@ set active lines to normal**

♦

ALxxx set active lines to absolute

value♦

AL? return active lines AP+ increase active pixels AP- decrease active pixels AP@ set active pixels to normal**

♦

APxxx set active pixels to absolute

value♦

AP? return active pixels ASP0 set aspect ratio to standard** ASP1 set aspect ratio to

anamorphic

ASP2 set aspect ratio to wide

screen

ASP3 set aspect ratio to wider

screen

ASP4 set aspect ratio to Expand ASP? return aspect ratio BALR increase balance right BALL increase balance left BAL@ set audio balance to center**

(015)

BALxxx set balance to absolute value

(000-030)

BAL? return balance BAS+ increase bass BAS- decrease bass BAS@ set bass to normal (005) BASxxx set bass to absolute value

(000-010)

BAS? return bass BH+ increase horizontal blanking BH- decrease horizontal blanking BH@ set horizontal blanking to

normal**♦

BHxxx set horizontal blanking to

absolute value♦

BH? return horizontal blanking BLANK toggle blanking BLANK0 disable blanking** BLANK1 enable blanking BLANK2 set blue screen off BLANK3 set blue screen on BLANK? return blank state BLU+ increase blue RGB gain BLU- decrease blue RGB gain BLU@ set blue RGB gain to

normal** (128)

BLUxxx set blue gain to absolute

value (0-255)

BLU? return blue RGB gain BRG+ increase brightness BRG- decrease brightness BRG@ set brightness to normal**

(128)

BRGxxx set brightness to absolute

value (000-255)

BRG? return brightness BV+ increase vertical blanking BV- decrease vertical blanking BV@ set vertical blanking to

normal** ♦

BVxxx set vertical blanking to

absolute value♦

BV? Return vertical blanking CH1 select channel 1 CH2 select channel 2 CH3 select channel 3 CH4 select channel 4 CH5 select channel 5 CH6 select channel 6 CH7 select channel 7 CH8 select channel 8 CH? Return channel CMDCD0 set delimiters to brackets [

]** CMDCD1 set delimiters to braces { } CMDCD2 set delimiters to parentheses

( ) CMDCD3 set delimiters to less and

greater < > CMDCD4 set delimiters to slashes \ / CMDCD5 set delimiters to signs !# CMDCD? Return delimiters

COMMAND DESCRIPTION

CON+ increase contrast CON- decrease contrast CON@ set contrast to normal**

(128)

CONxxx set contrast to absolute value

(000-255)

CON? Return contrast CTF0 select comb filter** CTF1 select trap filter CTF2 set both comb and trap filters

off CTF? Return comb/trap filter state DOWN front panel down button ENTER front panel enter button

EX0 Executive Mode Off EX1 Executive Mode On FMT0 set signal format to

composite** FMT1 set signal format to S-Video FMT2 set signal format to

Component Interlaced FMT3 set signal format to

Component Progressive FMT4 set signal format to RGB

Interlaced FMT5 set signal format to RGBHV FMT6 set signal format to RGBS FMT7 set signal format to RGsB FMT8 set signal format to DVI FMT9 set signal format to RGB

passive FMT? Return signal format

FP toggle front panel controls FP0 disable front panel controls FP1 enable front panel controls** FP? Return front panel state FRZ toggle freeze frame FRZ0 disable freeze frame** FRZ1 enable freeze frame FRZ? Return freeze state GAM+ increase gamma GAM- decrease gamma GAM@ set gamma to normal**(010) GAMxxx set gamma to absolute value

(001-030)

GAM? Return gamma GRN+ increase green RGB gain GRN- decrease green RGB gain GRN@ set green RGB gain to

normal** (128)

GRNxxx set green RGB gain to

absolute value (0-255) GRN? Return green RGB gain HTK0 set horizontal tracking to

very fast HTK1 set horizontal tracking to

fast** HTK2 set horizontal tracking to

normal HTK3 set horizontal tracking to

slow HTK? Return horizontal tracking HUE+ increase hue HUE- decrease hue HUE@ set hue to normal** (128) HUExxx set hue to absolute value

(000-255) HUE? Return hue IM0 set input mode to auto

detect** IM1 set input mode to lockout

changes IM2 Set input mode to user

defined IM3 redetect input mode now IM? Return input mode state INFO? Return unit version LBL0 set input labels to off** LBL1 set input labels to on LBL2 Set labels to momentary LBL3 reset label LBL? return label state LBL=xxx Load a custom label name,

where xxx = the label text to

be displayed (up to 15

characters) LBL: return label name LEFT front panel left button MENU front panel menu button MSAVxxx save memory xxx (5-128) MRCLxxx recall memory xxx (5-128) MRSTxxx reset memory xxx (5-128) MUTE toggle mute MUTE0 disable mute** MUTE1 enable mute MUTE? Return mute state NOISE+ increase noise filter NOISE- decrease noise filter NOISE@ set noise filter to normal

(009)

COMMAND DESCRIPTION

NOISExxx set noise filter to absolute

value (000-047) NOISE? Return noise filter OFMT0 Output format on BNC set

RGB OFMT1 Output format on BNC set to

Component PH+ increase horizontal position PH- decrease horizontal position PH@ set horizontal position to

normal** ♦ PHxxx set horizontal position to

absolute value♦ PH? Return horizontal position PHS+ increase phase PHS- decrease phase PHS@

set phase to normal** ♦

PHSxxx set phase to absolute value

(0-31) PHS? Return phase PV+ increase vertical position PV- decrease vertical position PV@ set vertical position to

normal** ♦ PVxxx set vertical position to

absolute value♦ PV? Return vertical position RED+ increase red RGB gain RED- decrease red RGB gain RED@ set red RGB gain to

normal** (128) REDxxx set red gain to absolute value

(0-255) RED? Return red RGB gain REF0 set refresh rate to 60Hz** REF1 set refresh rate to 72Hz REF2 set refresh rate to 75Hz REF3 set refresh rate to 85Hz REF4 set refresh rate to 96Hz REF5 set refresh rate to 100Hz REF6 set refresh rate to 120Hz REF? Return refresh rate RES000 factory reset RES1 reset video RES2 reset audio RES3 reset input RES4 reset output RES5 reset RS-232

RIGHT front panel right button SAT+ increase color saturation SAT- decrease color saturation SAT@ set color saturation to

SATxxx

normal** (128) set color saturation to absolute value (000-

255)

SAT? return color saturation SCS0 set output resolution to

640 x 480**

SCS1 set output resolution to

800 x 600

SCS2 set output resolution to

852 x 480

SCS3 set output resolution to

1024 x 768

SCS4 set output resolution to

1152 x 864

SCS5 set output resolution to

1280 x 720 (720p)

SCS6 set output resolution to

1280 x 768

SCS7 set output resolution to

1280 x 1024

SCS8 set output resolution to

1365 x 768

SCS9 set output resolution to

1365 x 1024

SCS? Return resolution SH+ increase horizontal size SH- decrease horizontal size SHxxx set horizontal size to absolute

value (♦-100)

SH@ Set horizontal size to normal

SH? Return horizontal size SHP+ increase sharpness SHP- decrease sharpness SHP@ set sharpness to normal**

(003)

SHPxxx set sharpness to absolute

value (000-008)

SHP? Return sharpness ST0 toggle interlaced (1=on) ST1 toggle swapped fields

(10=on)

ST2 toggle invert sync (100=on)

COMMAND DESCRIPTION

ST? return scan type (add above

numbers) SV+ increase vertical size SV- decrease vertical size SV@ set vertical size to

SVxxx

normal**(100)

set vertical position to absolute value (♦-

100)

SV? Return vertical size SYNC0 set output sync format to

RGBHV- -**

SYNC1 set output sync format to

RGBHV+ +

SYNC2 set output sync format to

RGBS (no serrations)

SYNC3 set output sync format to

RGBS with serrations

SYNC4 set output sync format to

RGsB

SYNC5 set output sync format to

RGsB w/Serr SYNC? Return output sync format TP+ increase total pixels TP- decrease total pixels TP@ set total pixels to normal**

♦ TPxxx set total pixels to absolute

value ♦ TP? return total pixels

TRE+ increase treble TRE- decrease treble TRE@ set treble to normal**(005) TRExxx set treble to absolute value

(000-010)

TRE? return treble UP front panel up button VOL+ increase volume VOL- decrease volume VOL@ set volume to normal**(020) VOLxxx set volume to absolute value

(000-030)

VOL? return volume

This Command List is preliminary. All commands listed in this manual are functional, however, INLINE reserves the right to modify, remove and /or add commands on future product revisions. The commands are not case sensitive.

** Default values when factory reset is

performed

♦ Normal and available values depend on the

current input or output mode

CONNECTORS & CONTROLS

IN1402 / IN1403 / IN1404 / IN1408 Video Scalers

CTL120-2 REMOTE CONTROL

1st BUTTON TO PRESS

VIDEO

SCALER

CTL120-2 COMMAND EXAMPLES FOR IN1400 SERIES VIDEO SCALERS

COMMAND EXAMPLES

function:

Select Input #3.

steps:

Press numeric button 3.

function:

The scaler is currently set to Input #3. Select Input #4.

steps:

Press the CH + button once.

function:

Increase the audio level.

steps:

Press the VOL + button once to increase the volume slightly. Press and hold VOL + to continuously increase the volume.

function:

Mute the audio signal.

steps:

Press the MUTE button to engage mute. Press MUTE again to return to previous volume.

function:

Engage digital freeze frame

steps:

Press the FREEZE button to engage freeze frame. Press FREEZE again to return to motion video.

function:

Adjust image brightness for the current input.

steps:

Press the MENU to activate the on–screen menus. Press the UP ARROW or DOWN ARROW to move the selection highlight to Video. Press ENTER to select the Video menu. Press ENTER again to select Brightness adjust. Press the LEFT ARROW or RIGHT ARROW buttons to decrease / increase the brightness setting. Press ENTER to accept the new setting.

CH VOL

ENTERMENU

BLANK MUTE

FREEZE

INPUT RECALL

ENTER

ENTPIP

AUDIO

POWER

123

897

MATRIXSWITCHER

VIDEO

SCALER

–

MENU OK

Numeric Buttons

Select desired input

Enter Button

Press to make a menu selection or to execute a new setting when using on–screen menus

Arrow Buttons Press the UP ARROW / DOWN ARROW buttons to navigate

through on–screen menus. Press LEFT ARROW / RIGHT ARROW buttons to decrease / increase a setting.

Vol + Button

Increases audio level

Vol – Button

Decreases audio level

Mute Button

Mutes audio signals

Video Scaler Button

Press this button first to

set the CTL120 to control

IN1400 Series video scalers

Freeze Button

Enable / Disable

digital still frame

Menu Button

Activates or removes

on–screen menus

CH + Button

Selects the next higher input

CH – Button

Selects the next lower input

Blank Button

Blanks the video image (black)

IMPORTANT: You must press the VIDEO SCALER button ( ) once to set the CTL120 remote to control INLINE IN1400 Series video scalers.

VIDEO

SCALER

Specifications

IN1408 Video / RGB Scaler

Input

Connections

Component Video, Inputs 5 - 8: (3) BNC female for Y, Cb, Cr

RGB, Inputs 5 - 8: (5) BNC female for RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB

Signal Audio Standard line level stereo

Signal Type Analog Video, Progressive Scan or Interlaced

Horiz. Scan Rate 15 kHz - 60 kHz Refresh Rates 50 Hz - 120 Hz

Standards Supported

Output

Connectors

RGB Video 0.7 Vp-p typical, 75 Ohm impedance Audio Standard line level stereo Sync Format / Color Space

Progressive Component (Progressive Component is Available on

Resolution 640 x 480 / 800 x 600 / 852 x 480 / 1024 x 768 / 1152 x 864 / 1280 x

Vertical Refresh Rate

General

RS-232 Control 1200 to 57,600 baud, N, 8, 1; 3-Pin Phoenix Power Supply Internal Switch Mode: 90 to 260 VAC; 47 to 63 Hz Power Consumption 28 Watts Shipping Weight 14 lbs. / 7 kg Product Weight 9 lbs. / 4.1 kg Dimensions 3.5” x 17” x 12.2” / 8.8cm x 43.2cm x 31.0cm Regulatory Approvals

Composite Video, Inputs 1 - 8: (2) BNC female

S-Video, Inputs 1 - 8: (2) BNC female for Y/C

DVI Digital Video, Inputs 5 & 6: (1) DVI-D female

Analog Audio: (8) 5 pin captive screw

Digital Audio Inputs 5 – 8: (1) RCA

Video / Luma: 0.7 Vp-p typical, 75 Ohm impedance

Chroma: 0.3 Vp-p typical, 75 Ohm impedance

Digital Video Progressive Scan

NTSC / PAL / SECAM / NTSC 4.43

and virtually all RGB signals (within input limits)

Analog Video: (5) BNC female & (1) 15-Pin HD female

DVI Digital Video: (1) DVI-D female

Analog Audio: (1) 5 pin captive screw

Digital Audio: (1) RCA

Selectable: RGBHV (default), RGBS, RGsB or

BNC Connectors Only)

720 / 1280 x 768 / 1280 x 1024 / 1365 x 768 / 1365 x 1024

56 Hz / 60 Hz / 65 Hz / 72 Hz / 75 Hz /

85 Hz / 96 Hz / 100 Hz / 120 Hz

UL1950, CAN/CSA-22.2 No. 950, Third Edition

CE: EN55022 (1987), EN50081-1 (1991),

EN50082-1 (1992 AND 1994). EN60950-92

Included Accessories

MTR102 Rack Ears IN9230 IEC Power Cable (included in the USA only)

Operation Manual

Optional Accessories

VGA Monitor Adapter and Extension Cables

IN8000 Series - 15-pin HD male to 15-pin HD female, lengths from 3’ to 250’ IN8000M Series - 15-pin HD male to 15-pin HD male, lengths from 3’ to 150’

S-Video Cables IN8600 Series - S-Video cables, 4-pin mini DIN (M-M), lengths from 6’ to 25’

IN9101 Series – Video Adapter Cable, BNC Male – RCA Male, 6’ IN9094 Series – S-Video Female to 2 Male BNC (Chroma and Luma), 3” Long

Installation Cables

IN7000P-5 Series RGBHV Cable - Standard Resolution, Plenum Cable available in bulk

lengths

IN7000P-5K Series RGBHV Cable - Standard Resolution, Plenum Cable available in

1000’ bulk length

IN9700-1 Series – High Performance Digital Video Cable, DFP Male to DFP Male IN9700-2 Series – High Performance Digital Video Cable, DFP Male to DVI Male IN9700-3 Series – High Performance Digital Video Cable, DVI Male to DVI Male

RGB Input / Output Installation Cables

Coaxial Cables

Standard Resolution Standard Resolution, Flexible Plenum Standard Resolution, Zero Halogen

1-Conductor 3-Conductor 5-Conductor 6-Conductor

IN7000-5 IN7000FP-5 IN7000ZH-5

(LSFOH) Ultra High Resolution Super High Resolution Super High Resolution, Zero Halogen

IN7200-1 IN7200-3 IN7200-5 IN7200-6 IN7300-5 IN7300-6 IN7300ZH-5

(LSFOH) Super High Resolution, Plenum

All cable grades are available in lengths from 3’ to 250’ pre-terminated with high quality BNC connectors or as bulk cable.

IN7400P-5

Troubleshooting

Problem: There is no image on the display device.

á Solution 1: Make sure that the IN9230 IEC power cable is securely plugged into the unit and

the A/C source.

á Solution 2: Make sure the A/C source is live. á Solution 3: Verify that the power switch is turned on for the video source, the IN1408 and

the monitor.

á Solution 4: Verify the connection from the video source. Refer to the installation section on

how to connect different signals to the rear panel.

á Solution 5: Verify the connection to the output display device. Even with no input signal,

the IN1408 menu can be displayed. Press MENU or ENTER to gain access to the menu screen.

á Solution 6: Select an output resolution and refresh rate compatible with the display device

being used. Use the default power-up buttons to select an output mode without the menu present, and then turn on the blue screen to verify these settings.

á Solution 7: The output resolution may be less that the input (the IN1408 can only scale up).

Select an output resolution that is greater than or equal to the input active area.

á Solution 8: The display device may not accept certain sync formats. Verify the display

device sync capability and select the IN1408 output sync using the power-up default buttons.

á Solution 9: The input / output settings may be incorrect. Although the unit should not allow

invalid settings, they may need to be reloaded. If the menu is available, select Input, Advanced, Input Mode and Redetect Now to reload these settings.

á Solution 10: The Input Mode may have changed with Lockout Changes enabled. Select

Input, Advanced, Input Mode, and Redetect Now to set up the new Input Mode.

á Solution 11: The Input Signal Format may not be set correctly. Select Input, followed by

Signal Format. Verify that each input has the correct Signal Format setting.

Problem: There is no audio output.

á Solution 1: Verify that power is present and that the power switch is turned on for the audio

source, the IN1408 and the amplifier / speakers.

á Solution 2: Verify that the audio source is connected to the correct input and that the source

volume has not been turned down or muted.

á Solution 3: The audio output of the IN1408 is line level audio only. It should be connected

to a mixer / amplifier or to amplified “computer type” speakers.

á Solution 4: Increase the volume using the volume UP button. á Solution 5: The mute may be activated. Press MUTE to deactivate the function.

Problem: The input source cannot be changed.

á Solution: Auto Switching may be turned on. Turn Auto Switching off to return input

Problem: The on screen menu does not appear.

control to the front panel and RS-232.

á Solution: The On Screen Menu is not available for RGB passive signals. To deselect the

RGB Passive Mode refer to the Pass-Through RGB Video Section on page 27.

Problem: The Input Label is incorrect. The Input Label may have been recalled into the current

input from a User Memory.

á Solution 1: Recall the User Memory that contains the correct label. á Solution 2: Reset the label using the Input: Input Labels: Reset menu control. á Solution 3: Reprogram the label using RS-232 controls.

Problem: The image on the display device is scrambled.

á Solution 1: The Input Signal Format may not be set correctly. Select Input, followed by

Signal Format. Verify that each input has the correct Signal Format setting.

á Solution 2: Select an output resolution and refresh rate compatible with the display device

being used. Use the default power-up buttons to select an output mode without the menu present, and then turn on the blue screen to verify these settings.

á Solution 3: The Input mode may have changed with Lockout Changes enabled. Select Input,

Advanced, Input Mode then Redetect Now to set up the new Input Mode.

Problem: The image on the monitor is stretched horizontally.

á Solution 1: The Input Total Pixels may be set too high. Reduce the Input Total Pixels to

match the input signal. Refer to the Advanced Input Settings Section on page 29 to make the necessary adjustment.

á Solution 2: Increase the Input Active Pixels to match the input settings. á Solution 3: Increase the Output Resolution to a value greater than the input active area.

Problem: The image on the monitor is compressed horizontally.

á Solution 1: Increase the Input Total Pixels setting to match the input signal. Refer to the

Advanced Input Settings Section on page 29 to make the necessary adjustment.

á Solution 2: Reduce the Input Active Pixels setting to match the input signal.

Problem: The image on the monitor is stretched vertically.

á Solution 1: Increase the number of Input Active Lines to match the input settings. á Solution 2: Increase the Output Resolution to a greater value than the input active area.

Problem: The image on the monitor is compressed vertically.

á Solution: Reduce the number of Input Active Lines to match the input signal.

Problem: The image on the display device is cropped to the left side.

á Solution 1: Reduce the Input H-Blanking to match the input signal. á Solution 2: Increase the output H-Position to line up the image on the display device. Use

the blue screen.

á Solution 3: Adjust the monitor position or size controls to fit the image on the display

device. Use the blue screen.

Problem: The image on the display device is cropped on the right side.

á Solution 1: Increase the Input H-Blanking to match the input signal. á Solution 2: Reduce the Output H-Position to line up the image on the display device. Use

the blue screen.

á Solution 3: Adjust the Monitor Position or Size Controls to fit the image on the display

device. Use the blue screen.

Problem: The image on the display device is cropped on the top.

á Solution 1: Reduce the Input V-Blanking to match the input signal. á Solution 2: Increase the Output V-Position to line up the image on the display device. Use

the blue screen.

á Solution 3: Adjust the Monitor Position or Size Controls to fit the image on the display

device. Use the blue screen.

Problem: The image on the display device is cropped on the bottom.

á Solution 1: Increase the Input V-Blanking to match the input signal. á Solution 2: Reduce the Output V-Position to line up the image on the display device. Use

the blue screen.

á Solution 3: Adjust the Monitor Position or Size Control to fit the image on the display

device. Use the blue screen.

Problem: The display device has a double image.

á Solution 1: The IN1408 cannot separate multiple signal formats. Make sure that only one

signal is connected to each input.

á Solution 2: The odd and even fields are not properly detected. For Component B and RGB

interlaced signals, the detection of odd and even fields can be corrected by selecting Input, Advanced, Scan Type, then Invert Sync.

Problem: The image on the display device is Black & White (no color).

á Solution: Set the input signal format to match the input signal connected to the rear of the

unit.

Problem: The picture on the display device has hooking along the top.

á Solution 1: Increase the input horizontal tracking to compensate for poor quality video

signals (such as from a VCR).

á Solution 2: The display device may need different sync serrations. Choose a different output

sync from the sync format menu.

Problem: The image is frozen.

á Solution: Freeze is activated. Press FREEZE to deactivate the freeze frame feature.

Problem: The image on the display device is the wrong shape.

á Solution 1: The input aspect ratio is set incorrectly. Adjust the input aspect ratio to match

the input video signal.

á Solution 2: The output aspect ratio is incorrect. Select an output resolution to match the

display device.

Problem: The image on the display device appears fuzzy.

á Solution 1: Adjust the video sharpness until the image regains its detail. á Solution 2: Adjust the video noise filter until the image is sharp. á Solution 3: Change the comb or trap filter setting.

Problem: The output resolution can not be set to some of the lower settings.

á Solution 1: The IN1408 can only scale up. Resolutions that would result in scaling down are

not available. If a lower output resolution is desired, connect a signal with a lower Input

Active Area.

á Solution 2: The Active Pixels / Active Lines may be set too high. Reduce the Input Active

Pixels / Input Active Lines setting to match the input signal.

Problem: The desired input aspect ratio cannot be selected.

á Solution 1: The IN1408 can only scale up. Increase the output resolution until the desired

aspect ratio is available.

á Solution 2: Manually decrease the image size by using the output menu. á Solution 3: Select a different available aspect ratio.

Problem: The output size will not decrease.

á Solution: The IN1408 will only scale up. Increase the Output Resolution, and then reduce

the size of the output image.

Problem: The image on the monitor has multiple faint vertical lines.

á Solution: Adjust the Input Total Pixels until the faint vertical lines move out of view or

until only one line remains. Refer to the Advanced Input Settings Section on pages 29-35 to make the necessary adjustment.

Problem: The image on the monitor has one faint vertical line.

á Solution: Adjust the Input Phase to move the faint vertical line out of view.

Problem: Some characters on the monitor appear fuzzy.

á Solution 1: Adjust the Input Total Pixels until all the characters are sharp. á Solution 2: Adjust the Input Phase until all the characters are sharp.

Problem: The monitor only displays the upper half of the signal.

á Solution: The Input Scan Type is set incorrectly. For non-interlaced signals, select Input,

Advanced, Scan Type and verify that the Interlaced Setting is turned off. Select the Interlaced Setting to toggle on / off.

Problem: The image on the monitor jitters up and down.

á Solution: The Input Scan Type is set incorrectly. For interlaced signals, select Input,

Advanced, Scan Type and verify that the Interlaced Setting is turned on. Select the Interlaced Setting to toggle on / off.

Problem: The image on the monitor has jagged edges.

á Solution: The odd and even fields are swapped. For interlaced signals, the odd and even

fields can be switched by selecting Input, Advanced, Scan Type, then Swap Fields.

Problem: The settings on the IN1408 will not move to the desired values.

á Solution: Your settings may be outside the range of predefined modes. Switch to the User

Defined Mode to allow for a full range of settings. Select Input, Advanced, Input Mode, and User Defined.

Problem: The input total pixels setting will not decrease.

á Solution 1: The Input H-Blanking may be set too high. Reduce the Input H-Blanking to

match the input signal.

á Solution 2: The Input Active Pixels may be set too high. Reduce the Input Active Pixels to

match the input signal.

Problem: The input active pixels setting will not increase.

á Solution 1: The Input Total Pixels may be set too low. Increase the Total Pixels setting to

match the input signal. Refer to the Advanced Input Settings Section on page 29 to make this adjustment.

á Solution 2: The Input H-Blanking may be set too high. Reduce the Input H-Blanking to

match the input signal.

á Solution 3: The Output Resolution may be set too low. Select an Output Resolution that is

greater that or equal to the Input Active Area.

Problem: The input active lines will not increase.

á Solution 1: The Input V-Blanking may be set too high. Reduce the Input V-Blanking to

match the input signal.

á Solution 2: The Output Resolution may be set too low. Select an Output Resolution that is

greater that or equal to the Input Active Area.

Problem: The input H-Blanking will not increase.

á Solution 1: The Input Total Pixels may be set too low. Increase the Input Total Pixels to

match the input signal. Refer to the Advanced Input Settings Section on page 29 to make this adjustment.

á Solution 2: The Input Active Pixels may be set too high. Reduce the Input Active Pixels

setting to match the input signal.

Problem: The input V-Blanking will not increase.

á Solution: The Input Active Lines may be set too high. Reduce the input Active Lines

setting to match the input signal.

If problems persist, call INLINE Technical Services at (714) 450-1800 for further assistance.

PRODUCT DIMENSIONS

IN1408 VIDEO/DVI SCALER

90-260 VAC; 0.5A; 47-63 HZ

TECHNICAL SUPPORT:

(800) 882-7117 (714) 921-4100

www.inlineinc.com

MADE IN U.S.A.

INPUT 1

S-VIDEO COMPOSITE VIDEO

AUDIO 1

–

INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4

INPUT 7

AUDIO INPUTS

VIDEO OUTPUTS

AUDIO

OUTPUTS

S-VIDEO COMPOSITE VIDEO

AUDIO 2

–

S-VIDEO COMPOSITE VIDEO

AUDIO 3

–

S-VIDEO

RGB

R-Y Y B-Y R-Y Y B-Y

H/C V

RGBH/C V

INPUT 5

INPUT 8INPUT 6

RGB

R-Y Y B-Y R-Y Y B-Y

H/C V

RGBH/C V

COMPOSITE VIDEO

AUDIO 4

AUDIO 5

DIGITAL ANALOG

AUDIO 6

DIGITAL ANALOG

AUDIO 7

DIGITAL ANALOG

AUDIO 8

DIGITAL ANALOG DIGITAL ANALOG

–

DVIDVI

DVI

RGB

R-Y Y B-Y

–

TX RXGND

RS-232

IN1408

Video / DV I Scaler

MUTE AUDIO

VOLUME

INPUT SELECT

748

BLANK

FREEZE FRAME

ENTER

right side view

top view

back view

front view

11.34"

3.41"

3.61"

0.20"

17.03"

3.70"

0.20"

3.51"

17.03"

11.35"

17.03"

3.71"

0.20"

3.51"

Warranty

• INLINE warrants the equipment it manufactures to be free from defects in materials and

workmanship.

• If equipment fails because of such defects and INLINE is notified within three (3) years from

the date of shipment, INLINE will, at its option, repair or replace the equipment at its plant, provided that the equipment has not been subjected to mechanical, electrical, or other abuse or modifications.

• Equipment that fails under conditions other than those covered will be repaired at the current

price of parts and labor in effect at the time of repair. Such repairs are warranted for ninety (90) days from the day of re-shipment to the Buyer.

• This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied, including without

limitation, any implied warranty or merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose, all of which are expressly disclaimed.

The information in this manu al has been carefully checked and is b elieved to be accurate. However, INLINE, Inc. assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained in this manual. In no event will INLINE, Inc. be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from any defect or omission in this manual, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. The technical information contained herein regarding IN1408 features and specifications is subject to change without notice.

♦

810 WEST TAFT ♦ ORANGE, CA 92865

800-882-7117 ♦ 714-450-1800 ♦ Fax 714-450-1850 ♦ www.inlineinc.com

Extron Electronics IN1408 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual