Gefen EXT-VGAA-HD-SC Users Manual
VGA & Audio to HDMI
*Preferred
Scaler/Converter
EXT-VGAA-HD-SC
User Manual
Release A1
Important Safety Instructions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this product near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
8. Do not install or place this product near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampliers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized
plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for
your safety. If the provided plug does not t into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer.
12. To reduce the risk of electric shock and/or damage to this product, never handle or
touch this unit or power cord if your hands are wet or damp. Do not expose this
product to rain or moisture.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,
the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally,
or has been dropped.
15. Batteries that may be included with this product and/or accessories should never be
exposed to open ame or excessive heat. Always dispose of used batteries
according to the instructions.
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Warranty Information
Gefen warrants the equipment it manufactures to be free from defects in material and
workmanship.
If equipment fails because of such defects and Gefen is notied within two (2) years from
the date of shipment, Gefen will, at its option, repair or replace the equipment, provided
that the equipment has not been subjected to mechanical, electrical, or other abuse or
modications. 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 reshipment to the Buyer.
This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied, including without
limitation, any implied warranty or merchantability or tness for any particular purpose, all of
which are expressly disclaimed.
1. Proof of sale may be required in order to claim warranty.
2. Customers outside the US are responsible for shipping charges to and from Gefen.
3. Copper cables are limited to a 30 day warranty and cables must be in their original
condition.
The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate.
However, Gefen assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained
in this manual. In no event will Gefen 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 the features and specications is subject to change without notice.
For the latest warranty coverage information, refer to the Warranty and Return Policy under
the Support section of the Gefen Web site at www.gefen.com.
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Contacting Gefen Technical Support
Technical Support
(818) 772-9100 (800) 545-6900
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday - Friday, Pacic Time
Fax
(818) 772-9120
Email
support@gefen.com
Web
http://www.gefen.com
Mailing Address
Gefen, LLC
c/o Customer Service
20600 Nordhoff St.
Chatsworth, CA 91311
Product Registration
Register your product here: http://www.gefen.com/kvm/Registry/Registration.jsp
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Operating Notes
• Audio from the 2-channel analog input will be automatically embedded into the HDMI
output signal.
• By default, the current input and output resolution will be displayed whenever the
VGA & Audio to HDMI Scaler/Converter is disconnected from the source or display
or if a change in the video output settings are made. This feature can be disabled
through the Display Notify option See Display Notify (page 37) and the
#set_display_notify command for more information.
• When specifying a preset within the included set of command, the preset value will
always be displayed as one greater than the original value. See Using Preset Values
(page 52) for more information.
• Always make sure that the VGA & Audio to HDMI Scaler/Converter is running the
latest rmware. The Gefen Syner-G Software Suite is a free downloadable application
from Gefen that provides automatic download and installation of rmware upgrades for
this product.
Download the application here: http://www.gefen.com/support/download.jsp
VGA & Audio to HDMI Scaler/Converter is a trademark of Gefen, LLC.
© 2014 Gefen, LLC. All Rights Reserved. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Gefen, LLC reserves the right to make changes in the hardware, packaging, and any accompanying documentation
without prior written notice.
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This product uses UL or CE listed power supplies.
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Features and Packing List
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Features
• Converts and scales VGA and L/R analog audio to HDMI
• Input resolutions up to 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
• Output resolutions up to 1080p60 and 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
• On-screen display (OSD) menu allows easy set-up and control
• Aspect Ratio Control: Full Screen, Panoramic, Letter/Pillar, Extract/Crop
• Test Pattern Generator for quick system conguration
• Embeds 2-channel analog stereo audio in HDMI signal
• Gefen Syner-G™ simplies in-eld rmware updates and advanced EDID
management including custom input timings
• USB port for use with Gefen Syner-G™
• Wide power supply operating range (6V to 24V DC)
• Locking power supply connector
• Surface mountable
Packing List
The VGA & Audio to HDMI Scaler/Converter ships with the items listed below. If any of
these items are not present in the box when you rst open it, immediately contact your
dealer or Gefen.
• 1 x VGA & Audio to HDMI Scaler/Converter
• 1 x 6 ft. VGA cable (M-M)
• 1 x 6 ft. 3.5mm mini-stereo cable
• 1 x 12V Power Supply
• 1 x Quick-Start Guide
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Table of Contents
1 Getting Started
Introduction............................................................................................................ 2
Installation ............................................................................................................. 4
Connection Instructions ................................................................................. 4
Sample Wiring Diagram ................................................................................ 4
2 Basic Operation
Menu System ........................................................................................................ 8
Displaying the Menu System ......................................................................... 8
Moving around within the Menu System ....................................................... 9
Output Resolution ....................................................................................... 12
Output Color ................................................................................................ 14
Output Mode ............................................................................................... 16
Contrast ....................................................................................................... 18
Brightness ................................................................................................... 19
Saturation .................................................................................................... 20
Hue .............................................................................................................. 21
Color Range ................................................................................................ 22
Color Temperature ...................................................................................... 23
Color Balance .............................................................................................. 24
Edge Enhance ............................................................................................. 25
Sharpness ................................................................................................... 26
Underscan/Overscan .................................................................................. 27
Aspect Ratio ................................................................................................ 28
Horizontal Mirror .......................................................................................... 29
Vertical Mirror .............................................................................................. 31
Horizontal Shift ............................................................................................ 33
Vertical Shift ................................................................................................ 34
Phase .......................................................................................................... 35
OSD Timeout .............................................................................................. 36
Display Notify .............................................................................................. 37
Input Resolution Information ....................................................................... 39
F/W Version ................................................................................................ 40
Factory Reset .............................................................................................. 41
Test Patterns ............................................................................................... 42
DIP Switch Conguration .................................................................................... 44
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3 Advanced Operation
USB Interface ...................................................................................................... 48
Installing the Virtual COM Port .................................................................... 48
Commands .......................................................................................................... 50
Using Preset Values .................................................................................... 52
4 Appendix
Menu System Summary .................................................................................... 126
Default Settings ................................................................................................. 132
Surface Mounting Instructions ........................................................................... 133
Specications .................................................................................................... 134
Index.................................................................................................................. 135
Table of Contents
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VGA & Audio to HDMI
Scaler/Converter
1 Getting Started
Introduction............................................................................................................ 2
Installation ............................................................................................................. 4
Connection Instructions ................................................................................. 4
Sample Wiring Diagram ................................................................................ 4
HDMI Out Up Dn Menu
EXT-VGAA-HD-SC
VGA & Audio to HDMI
Scaler/Converter
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HDMI Out Up Dn Menu
EXT-VGAA-HD-SC
Introduction
Getting Started
Page Title
1 2
EXT-VGAA-HD-SC
HDMI Out Up Dn Menu
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VGA & Audio to HDMI
Scaler/Converter
3 4 5 76
VGA In L/R In USB 12V DC Pwr
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ID Name Description
1 HDMI Out Use an HDMI cable to connect a Hi-Def
2 Up, Dn, Menu These push-buttons are used to change
Getting Started
display to this HDMI port.
settings within the on-screen menu system.
See Menu System (page 8) for more
information.
Page TitleIntroduction
3 VGA In Connect the included VGA cable from
4 L/R In Connect the included 3.5mm mini-stereo
5 USB This mini-USB port is used for upgrading
6 12V DC Connect the included 12V DC power supply
7 Pwr Under normal operating conditions, this
source device (e.g. computer) to this port.
cable from this port to the audio output port
on the audio source device.
the rmware.
to this power receptacle.
LED indicator will glow bright blue.
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Installation
Connection Instructions
► Video
1. Connect the included VGA cable from the video source (e.g. computer) to the VGA In
Getting Started
port on the VGA & Audio to HDMI Scaler/Converter.
2. Connect an HDMI cable from the HDMI Out port to an HD display.
► Audio
3. Connect the included 3.5mm mini-stereo cable from the audio source to the L/R In
port on the VGA & Audio to HDMI Scaler/Converter.
► Power
4. Connect the included power supply to the 12V DC power receptacle and connect the
power cord to an available electrical outlet.
Sample Wiring Diagram
VGA & Analog Audio
Source
EXT-VGAA-HD-SC
Scaler/Converter
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VGA CABLE
HDMI CABLE
MINI STEREO AUDIO CABLE
HDMI Display
EXT-VGAA-HD-SC
VGA & Audio to HDMI
Scaler/Converter
2 Basic Operation
Menu System ........................................................................................................ 8
Displaying the Menu System ......................................................................... 8
Moving around within the Menu System ....................................................... 9
Output Resolution ....................................................................................... 12
Output Color ................................................................................................ 14
Output Mode ............................................................................................... 16
Contrast ....................................................................................................... 18
Brightness ................................................................................................... 19
Saturation .................................................................................................... 20
Hue .............................................................................................................. 21
Color Range ................................................................................................ 22
Color Temperature ...................................................................................... 23
Color Balance .............................................................................................. 24
Edge Enhance ............................................................................................. 25
Sharpness ................................................................................................... 26
Underscan/Overscan .................................................................................. 27
Aspect Ratio ................................................................................................ 28
Horizontal Mirror .......................................................................................... 29
Vertical Mirror .............................................................................................. 31
Horizontal Shift ............................................................................................ 33
Vertical Shift ................................................................................................ 34
Phase .......................................................................................................... 35
OSD Timeout .............................................................................................. 36
Display Notify .............................................................................................. 37
Input Resolution Information ....................................................................... 39
F/W Version ................................................................................................ 40
Factory Reset .............................................................................................. 41
Test Patterns ............................................................................................... 42
DIP Switch Conguration .................................................................................... 44
Menu System
Displaying the Menu System
The VGA & Audio to HDMI Scaler/Converter uses a built-in menu system to manage and
control all video features.
Basic Operation
Basic Operation
1. To display the menu system, press the Menu button on the front panel.
HDMI Out Up Dn Menu
2. The menu system will be displayed in the upper-left corner of the screen, as shown
below:
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1.Output Setup
1.Output Setup
2.Picture
3.Adjustment
4.System
5.Test Patterns
6.Exit
Output Resolu.
Output Color
Output Mode
<- Back
If the menu system is not used within the time interval specied by the OSD Timeout
setting, then the menu system will automatically be hidden. By default, the OSD
Timeout setting is 5 seconds. See OSD Timeout (page 36) for instructions on
setting the OSD Timeout value.
Menu controls
EXT-VGAA-HD-SC
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Menu System
Moving around within the Menu System
1. There are six menu items within the main menu: Output Setup, Picture, Adjustment,
System, Test Patterns, and Exit.
2. The currently selected item within the main menu will always be highlighted in
Basic OperationBasic Operation
yellow.
3. Each item within the main menu, with the exception of Exit, contains a submenu.
The submenu, for each item in the main menu, is displayed automatically.
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1.Output Setup
2.Picture
3.Adjustment
4.System
5.Test Patterns
6.Exit
Output Resolu.
Output Color
Output Mode
<- Back
Current selection
Submenu
Main menu
4. Use the Up or Dn button to highlight the desired item within the main menu.
For example, if we press the Dn button three times, the System menu item will be
highlighted and it’s submenu will be displayed.
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1.Output Setup
2.Picture
3.Adjustment
4.System
5.Test Patterns
6.Exit
OSD Timeout
Display Notify
Input Res.Info
F/W Version
Factory Reset
<- Back
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Menu System
5. To access the submenu for the highlighted item within the main menu, press the Menu
button a second time. When a submenu is activated, a green bar is used to indicate
the current selection. By default, the top submenu item will always be highlighted
once a submenu is activated.
Basic Operation
Basic Operation
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1.Output Setup
2.Picture
3.Adjustment
4.System
5.Test Patterns
6.Exit
OSD Timeout
Display Notify
Input Res.Info
F/W Version
Factory Reset
<- Back
6. Use the Up or Dn button to select the desired option within the submenu.
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1.Output Setup
2.Picture
3.Adjustment
4.System
5.Test Patterns
6.Exit
OSD Timeout
Display Notify
Input Res.Info
F/W Version
Factory Reset
<- Back
Current selection
7. To select the highlighted submenu item, press the Menu button.
For example, if we press the Menu button when the Input Res. Info option is
highlighted, the menu system will be hidden and the following will be displayed:
Input Res.Info
[ 1600x1200p60 ]
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8. Press the Menu button to return to the menu system.
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1.Output Setup
2.Picture
3.Adjustment
4.System
5.Test Patterns
6.Exit
OSD Timeout
Display Notify
Input Res.Info
F/W Version
Factory Reset
<- Back
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9. To exit the submenu and return to the main menu, use the Up or Dn button
to highlight the <- Back option.
Basic OperationBasic Operation
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1.Output Setup
2.Picture
3.Adjustment
4.System
5.Test Patterns
6.Exit
OSD Timeout
Display Notify
Input Res.Info
F/W Version
Factory Reset
<- Back
10. Press the Menu button to return to the main menu.
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1.Output Setup
2.Picture
3.Adjustment
4.System
5.Test Patterns
6.Exit
OSD Timeout
Display Notify
Input Res.Info
F/W Version
Factory Reset
<- Back
Menu System
11. To exit the menu system, use the Up or Dn button to highlight the Exit option:
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1.Output Setup
2.Picture
3.Adjustment
4.System
5.Test Patterns
6.Exit
12. Press the Menu button to select the Exit option.
13. The menu system is now hidden. To display the menu system again, press the
Menu button.
Information
By default, the menu system will automatically time-out if no action is
taken within 5 seconds. To exit the menu system manually (before the
time-out period), highlight the Exit option then press the Menu button.
See OSD Timeout (page 36) for more information.
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Menu System
Output Resolution
Warning
Basic Operation
1. Press the Menu button on the front panel. The Output Setup option will be
highlighted.
2. Press the Menu button to access the Output Setup submenu. The Output Resolu.
option will be highlighted.
3. Press the Menu button to select the Output Resolu. option.
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1.Output Setup
2.Picture
3.Adjustment
4.System
5.Test Patterns
6.Exit
Before changing this setting, make sure that the connected display can
support the selected output resolution. If an unsupported resolution is
selected, the unit will need to be reset using the DIP switch on the bottom of
the unit. See DIP Switch Conguration (page 44) for more information.
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Output Resolu.
Output Color
Output Mode
<- Back
4. The Output Resolu. selection box be displayed:
Output Resolu.
5. Use the Up or Dn button to select the desired resolution. For a list of available output
resolutions that are supported by the VGA & Audio to HDMI Scaler/Converter, see
Menu System Summary (page 126).
6. After the desired output resolution is selected, press the Menu button to conrm the
change.
7. After the output resolution has been changed, the current input and output resolution
will be displayed above the Output Resolu. selection box:
Input 1600x1200p60
Output 640x480p60
[ Auto-Detect ]
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Information
The input/output resolution information dialog will only be displayed if Display
Notify is set to On. See Display Notify (page 37) for more information.
Basic Operation
8. After a few seconds, the input and output resolution information dialog will disappear.
9. The Output Resolu. dialog is still displayed:
Output Resolu.
10. Press the Menu button to return to the Output Setup submenu:
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2.Picture
3.Adjustment
4.System
5.Test Patterns
6.Exit
[ 640x480p60 ]
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Output Resolu.
Output Color
Output Mode
<- Back
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Menu System
11. Use the Up or Dn button to select the <- Back option.
12. Press the Menu button.
13. Use the Up or Dn button to select the Exit option
14. Press the Menu button to exit the main menu.
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Menu System
Output Color
1. Press the Menu button on the front panel. The Output Setup option will be
highlighted.
2. Press the Menu button to access the Output Setup submenu. The Output Resolu.
Basic Operation
option will be highlighted.
3. Use the Up or Dn button to highlight the Output Color option.
4. Press the Menu button to select the Output Color option.
5. The Output Color selection box will be displayed:
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2.Picture
3.Adjustment
4.System
5.Test Patterns
6.Exit
Output Color
Output Resolu.
Output Color
Output Mode
<- Back
[ RGB ]
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6. Use the Up or Dn button to select the desired color space.
7. After the desired color space is selected, press the Menu button to conrm the
change.
8. After the color space has been changed, the current input and output resolution will be
displayed above the Output Color selection box:
Input 1600x1200p60
Output 640x480p60
Information
The input/output resolution information dialog will only be displayed if Display
Notify is set to On. See Display Notify (page 37) for more information.
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9. Press the Menu button to return to the Output Setup submenu.
Basic Operation
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1.Output Setup
2.Picture
3.Adjustment
4.System
5.Test Patterns
6.Exit
Output Resolu.
Output Color
Output Mode
<- Back
10. Use the Up or Dn button to select the <- Back option.
11. Press the Menu button.
12. Use the Up or Dn button to select the Exit option
13. Press the Menu button to exit the main menu.
Menu System
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Menu System
Output Mode
1. Press the Menu button on the front panel. The Output Setup option will be
highlighted.
2. Press the Menu button to access the Output Setup submenu. The Output Resolu.
Basic Operation
option will be highlighted.
3. Use the Up or Dn button to highlight the Output Mode option.
4. Press the Menu button to select the Output Mode option.
5. The Output Mode selection box will be displayed:
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1.Output Setup
2.Picture
3.Adjustment
4.System
5.Test Patterns
6.Exit
Output Mode
Output Resolu.
Output Color
Output Mode
<- Back
[ Auto-Detect ]
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6. Use the Up or Dn button to select between Auto-Detect, HDMI, or DVI.
7. After the desired output mode is selected, press the Menu button to conrm the
change.
8. The current input and output resolution will be displayed above the current output
mode selection.
Input 1600x1200p60
Output 640x480p60
Information
The input/output resolution information dialog will only be displayed if Display
Notify is set to On. See Display Notify (page 37) for more information.
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9. Press the Menu button to return to the Output Setup submenu.
Basic Operation
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1.Output Setup
2.Picture
3.Adjustment
4.System
5.Test Patterns
6.Exit
Output Resolu.
Output Color
Output Mode
<- Back
10. Use the Up or Dn button to select the <- Back option.
11. Press the Menu button.
12. Use the Up or Dn button to select the Exit option
13. Press the Menu button to exit the main menu.
Menu System
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Menu System
Contrast
1. Press the Menu button on the front panel. The Output Setup option will be
highlighted.
2. Use the Up or Dn button to highlight the Picture option.
Basic Operation
3. Press the Menu button to access the Picture submenu. The Contrast option will be
highlighted.
4. Press the Menu button to select the Contrast option.
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1.Output Setup
2.Picture
3.Adjustment
4.System
5.Test Patterns
6.Exit
Contrast
Brightness
Saturation
Hue
Color Range
Color Temp.
Color Balance
Edge Enhance
Sharpness
<- Back
5. The Contrast selection box will be displayed:
Contrast 50
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6. Use the Up or Dn button to set the desired contrast level.
7. Press the Menu button to conrm the change and return to the Picture submenu.
8. Use the Up or Dn button to select the <- Back option.
9. Press the Menu button.
10. Use the Up or Dn button to select the Exit option
11. Press the Menu button to exit the main menu.
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Menu System
Brightness
1. Press the Menu button on the front panel. The Output Setup option will be
highlighted.
2. Use the Up or Dn button to highlight the Picture option.
Basic Operation
3. Press the Menu button to access the Picture submenu. The Contrast option will be
highlighted.
4. Use the Up or Dn button to highlight the Brightness option.
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1.Output Setup
2.Picture
3.Adjustment
4.System
5.Test Patterns
6.Exit
Contrast
Brightness
Saturation
Hue
Color Range
Color Temp.
Color Balance
Edge Enhance
Sharpness
<- Back
5. Press the Menu button to select the Brightness option.
6. The Brightness selection box will be displayed:
Brightness 50
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7. Use the Up or Dn button to set the desired brightness level.
8. Press the Menu button to conrm the change and return to Picture submenu.
9. Use the Up or Dn button to select the <- Back option.
10. Press the Menu button.
11. Use the Up or Dn button to select the Exit option
12. Press the Menu button to exit the main menu.
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Menu System
Saturation
1. Press the Menu button on the front panel. The Output Setup option will be
highlighted.
2. Use the Up or Dn button to highlight the Picture option.
Basic Operation
3. Press the Menu button to access the Picture submenu. The Contrast option will be
highlighted.
4. Use the Up or Dn button to highlight the Saturation option.
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1.Output Setup
2.Picture
3.Adjustment
4.System
5.Test Patterns
6.Exit
Contrast
Brightness
Saturation
Hue
Color Range
Color Temp.
Color Balance
Edge Enhance
Sharpness
<- Back
5. Press the Menu button to select the Saturation option.
6. The Saturation selection box will be displayed:
Saturation 50
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7. Use the Up or Dn button to set the desired saturation level.
8. Press the Menu button to conrm the change and return to the Picture submenu.
9. Use the Up or Dn button to select the <- Back option.
10. Press the Menu button.
11. Use the Up or Dn button to select the Exit option
12. Press the Menu button to exit the main menu.
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