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any accompanying doc u men ta tion without prior written notice.
/V Cinema Scaler Pro I is a trademark o
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anufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
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Dolby Laboratories.
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1 Introduction
Operation Notes
Features
Panel Layou
5 Panel Descriptions
6 Panel Descriptions
7 Front Panel Buttons
7 Navigation
7 Input Selection
Using The A/V Cinema Scaler Pro - Main LC
LCD Screen
10 A/V Cinema Scaler Pro - Initial Startu
10 Powering On
12 A/V Cinema Scaler Pro - Main Screen
12 Main Displa
13 Input Resolutions
14 Audio Input Type
14 Audio Formats
15 Sampling Rates
15 Number Of Channels
15 Output Screen
16 Surround Processin
17 Dynamic Range Compression
17 Reference Level Compensation
18 DVI Output Type
18 HDMI EDID Type
19 Audio Input Typ
0 Product Title
1 A/V Cinema Scaler Pro - Confi guration
1 Main Features Menu
2 A/V Cinema Scaler Pro - Picture Adjus
3 Mode
4 Contrast
5 Brightness
5 Hue
5 Saturation
6 Sharpness
6 Aspect Ratio
8 Noise Reduction
9 Horizontal Position
9 Vertical Position
9 Clock
0 Phase
0 Exit Picture Adjust
0 A/V Cinema Scaler Pro - Color Adjus
1 Color Tem
2 Red
3 Green
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3 Blue
3 Exit Color Adjus
4 A/V Cinema Scaler Pro - Lipsync Delay Adjus
4 Lipsync Delay
4 Exit Lipsync Adjust
5 A/V Cinema Scaler Pro - Surround Delay Adjus
5 Surround Right Delay
6 Rear Surround Right Dela
6 Rear Surround Left Dela
6 Exit Lipsync Adjust
7 A/V Cinema Scaler Pro - Output Selection
7 Output Timing 1080P
8 Output Timing 2K
8 Exit Output Selection
8 A/V Cinema Scaler Pro - On Screen Display Adjus
9 Horizontal Position
0 Vertical Position
0 Timeout
0 Background
1 Exit OSD Adjust
1 A/V Cinema Scaler Pro - Firmwar
2 DB-25 Audio Input & Bypass Mod
2 A/V Cinema Scaler Pro - DB-25 Audio Bypass Mod
2 Enabling Bypass Mode
3 Analog Input And Output Pinou
4 Analog DB-25 Output
4 Analog DB-25 Input
5 RS-232 Serial Control Interfac
5 RS-232 Settings
6 RS-232 Serial Control Commands
8 Rack Mount / Tabletop Installation
9 Specifi cations
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INTRODUCTIO
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ongratulations on your purchase of the A/V Cinema Scaler Pro. Your complete
atisfaction is very important to us.
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Gefen delivers innovative, pro
that harness integration, extension, distribution and conversion technologies.
efen’s reliable, plug-and-play products supplement cross-platform computer
stems, professional audio/video environments and HDTV systems of all sizes
with hard-working solutions that are easy to implement and simple to operate.
he Gefen A/V Cinema Scaler Pr
The Gefen Cinema Scaler is a video and audio device that can accomplish a
nique variety of video scaling and audio conversion tasks. Any signal can be
caled and displayed with total end user control. An On-screen display
and full featured settings allow you to fi ne-tune your viewing experience and get
the most out of your current A/V setup.
How It Works
imply connect your analog or digital A/V sources to the Gefen Cinema Scaler.
sing the OSD menu system and controls, select your desired input and
esolution, audio processing needs, and other adjustments. The Cinema Scaler
will brilliantly scale your image to your digital cinema projector or DVI /HDMI
display.
Note: This unit is fully HDCP compliant.
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READ THESE NOTES BEFORE INSTALLING OR
OPERATING THE A/V CINEMA SCALER PRO
• Audio from the analog DB-25 input is available in bypass mode only. No
video will be output when usin
• Audio connection for each input is selectable between analog and digital.
election of the audio input type is selectable using the front panel LCD
menu system. For more information please see page 18.
• Coaxial/Optical Digital Audio Format Suppor
2 Channel LPCM: 32kHz – 96kHz
ulti-Channel AC-3 1-
• HDMI Digital Audio Format Suppor
2 Channel LPCM 32kHz – 96kHz
ulti-Channel AC-3 1-
Channel LPCM 32kHz - 96kH
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udio Processin
Dolby Pro Logic II *All analog/digital (No DB-25) inputs.
ee page 16 for a detailed description of this feature
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aximum supported video input formats
the bypass mode.
hannels Bitstream
hannels Bitstream
DVI-D: Maximum resolution 1920x12
DVI-I: Maximum resolution 1920x1200/60Hz (both analog and digital
omponent: Maximum resolution 1920x1080/60H
VGA: Maximum resolution 1920x12
DMI: Maximum resolution 1920x1
•Supported video output formats
Digital: 1920x1080p 24/50/60Hz and 2K (2048x1080p 24/50/60Hz
Analog: 1920x1080p 24/50/60Hz and 2K (2048x1080p 24/50/60Hz
23.97/24/50/60Hz passthrough is supported via all inputs. (Detailed timings
an be found on page 13
•Supported audio output formats
Analog: 8 channel discrete (balanced over DB-25
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Features
• 1 DVI-I video + analog or digital audio inputs
• 1 DVI-D video + analo
• 2 Component video + analog or digital audio inputs
• VGA + analog or digital audio inpu
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DMI inpu
• DB-25 analog audio input (7.1 discrete, balanced
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upport resolutions of 1920x1080p 60Hz and 2048x1080p 60Hz
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electable digital or analog audio input for each source (except HDMI
• Front panel source selection with “bypass” mode for DB-25 pass-throu
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• LCD screen for scaling preferences & audio settings
• Audio delay for precise video synchronizatio
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• Floating balanced audio outputs with separate power supply for avoiding
-232 for optional fi rmware updates/external control
apable of “black barring”/stretching 4:3 aspect rati
round loop issues.
ackage Includes
1) Cinema Scaler Pro I uni
1) 12V DC Power Suppl
1) Set of Rack Ears
1) User’s Manual
or digital audio inputs
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Analog L+R RCA Audio Inpu
This input will accept 2 channel analog audio using 1 pair of RCA analog audio
type connectors. There is a set of connectors available for all inputs except for
the HDMI and DB-25 inputs. For a listing of accepted audio formats please see
age 14.
Digital Optical Audio Input (TOSLINK)
This input will accept multi-channel digital audio using 1 optical type connector.
There is a connector available for all inputs except for the HDMI, Component 2,
and DB-25 inputs. For a listing of accepted audio formats, including supported
audio channels, please see page 14-15.
omponent Video Inpu
This input will accept component video (YPbPr) via 3 RCA type connectors.
There is one set of connectors located on the front and back panels. For a listing
of accepted resolutions please see page 13.
Digital Coaxial Audio Input (S/PDIF)
This input will accept multi-channel digital audio using 1 RCA type connector.
There is a connector available for all inputs except for the HDMI and DB-25
inputs. For a listing of accepted audio formats, including supported audio
hannels, please see page 14-15.
GA V ideo Inpu
This input will accept VGA video (RGBHV) via a HD-15 type connector. For a
isting of accepted resolutions please see page 13.
DVI-I Video Inpu
This input will accept DVI-I video (RGB analog or digital) via a DVI-I type
onnector. Input format is automatically determined. For a listing of accepted
esolutions please see page 13.
HDMI Inpu
This input will accept an HDMI (RGB,YCbCr) signal via an HDMI type A
onnector. Audio and video are both supported by this connector. For a listing of
accepted resolutions and audio formats please see page 13.
High Contrast LCD Displa
This display will show pertinent information for confi guration control and status.
For information on how to use this display please see page 12-19.
avigation and Input Selection Button
These buttons are used to select the desired input source. Navigation buttons
are also provided for easy user navigation and confi guration of features. Please
ee page 7 for more information.
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DVI-D Outpu
This input will accept DVI-D (RGB digital) capable display device via a DVI-I
type connector. This output port will support displays that are capable of
accepting the two output resolutions; 1080p and 2K.
7.1 Channel Analog Audio Outpu
This output will accept a DB-25 type connector to connect to a multi-channel
analog audio device. This port is always active. All audio from each input will be
onverted and output through this port. For pin-out information please see page
42-43.
2 DVI-D Inpu
This input will accept DVI-D video (digital) via a DVI-I type connector. Input
ormat is digital only. For a listing of accepted resolutions please see page 13.
7.1 Channel Analog Audio Inpu
This input will accept a DB-25 type connector for multi-channel analog audio
input. This port is only active when the bypass mode is selected (page 41). For
in-out information please see page 42-43.
S-232 Serial Control Interface
This port is used for serial communication for multiple functions. Access to
ertain features are only through the RS-232 interface.
2V DC Power Receptacle
This port will accept power via the included 12V DC power supply. This is a
ocking type connector.
FRONT PANEL BUTTON
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The front panel buttons are used for navigation, confi guration, and input selection.
The directional buttons (▲
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The
xit button is used to exit the con
The desired input port can be directly selected using the front panel input buttons.
imply press the desired input button. Source changing can take up to 10 seconds
longer when syncing digital video signals).
The bypass button will enable bypass mode (page 41).
are used to navigate the user menus system. The
rm menu and item selections.
uration menu .
uration menu at any time.
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onnect video source devices to the A/V Cinema Scaler Pro’s video inputs.
ollowing inputs are available
The
Front Panel
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DVI-I (analog and digital DVI
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Back Panel
DVI-D (digital DVI
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onnect audio sources to the A/V Cinema Scaler Pro’s audio inputs. The
ollowing inputs are available
Front Panel
DMI: Em
DVI-I: Analog RCA L+R or Digital TOSLINK or S/PDIF
omponent: Analog RCA L+R or Digital TOSLINK or S/PDIF
VGA: Analog RCA L+R or Digital TOSLINK or S/PDIF
Back Panel
DVI-D: Analog RCA L+R or Digital TOSLINK or S/PDIF
omponent: Analog RCA L+R or Digital S/PDIF
DB-25: Analog multi-channel audio. Please se
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NOTE: All inputs, except
audio sources. Therefore, each input has a selector option in the OSD that will
allow the user to choose which type of audio is used.
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onnect the DVI capable output device to the A/V Cinema Scaler Pro’s DVI-I
input.
NOTE: This output is a DVI-I connector. Analo
be output through this connector. Selection of the output format can be
accomplished by using either the OSD (on-screen display) or the front panel
LCD and buttons. Please see page 17 for instructions on how to change the DVI
output type.
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onnect the analog DB-25 audio output to the analog DB-25 input on the
appropriate audio device.
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onnect the included 12V power supply between the A/V Cinema Scaler Pro
and an open power socket. Ensure that the input cable is properly secured
to the unit.
e 42-43 for specifi c pin-out informatio
or HDMI, is able to accept both analog and digital
or digital type video can
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A/V CINEMA SCALER PRO - NAVIGATION
The A/V Cinema Scaler Pro uses a series of buttons, located on the front panel,
or all input selection and feature functions. All status information, such as
the input and output resolutions, are always available on the front panel
Screen
be navigated and adjusted by referencing either the
All menu navigation and adjustments are accomplished by using the front panel
buttons. Please review the front panel buttons below.
User adjustable features, such as color correction and aspect ratio, can
Screen or the
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For a full description of each of these buttons please see the descriptions on
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CD Screen displa
and adjust functions on the A/V Cinema Scaler Pro. This display is a high
ontrast 2-line/16-character LCD. It will display information like in the example
low.
ain Screen
s status information and can also be used to navigate
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A/V CINEMA SCALER PRO - INITIAL STARTU
nce all video and audio connections have been made and the power supply
as been connected, the A/V Cinema Scaler Pro should automatically turn on.
The front panel LCD should indicate this by displaying the text
roduct Titl
This screen should be displayed for 3 seconds while the system is booting. Once
this is complete, the
There are 7 different information panes that are available to provide the user with
l information. Th
Surround Processing, DVI Output Type, HDMI EDID Type, and Audio Input
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information panes. Please use the
different information panes. The cycling order is displayed on the next page.
ain Screen should appear.
the
roduct Titleain Screen
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Output Screen,
buttons to cycle through the
NOTE: Th
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udio Input Type pane will not be available when the HDMI input is
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Output Screen
Surround Processing Screen
namic Range Control Screen
Reference Level Com
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VI Output Type Screen
HDMI EDID Type Screen
Audio Input Type Screen
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Screen
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useful information to the user. It displays the
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Selected Input
Input Audio
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Audio
Format
Input Resolution
Sampling
Rate
Number of
Channels
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This portion of the screen will display the currently selected input. The available
inputs, labels, and associated buttons are listed below
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The acceptable resolutions
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DVI-D
DVI-I
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DMI
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720
1080i
VGA (640x480
VGA (800x600
1024x768
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XGA (1280x1024
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WXGA (1280x800
1360x768
WX
XGA (1600x1200
WUX
WUXGA (1920x1200
1920x1200
640x480
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1024x768
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XGA (1280x1024
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WXGA (1280x800
WXGA (1360x768
XGA (1600x1200
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This portion of the screen will display the currently selected input’s audio type. All
inputs, except for HDMI, will accept both an analog and digital type audio signals.
The user can choose which type of audio is selected by usin
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Each input’s audio type, except for HDMI, can be user selected. This
is not available in bypass mode.
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Digital
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Digital
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This portion of the screen will display the currently selected input’s audio format.
When the input’s audio type selector switch is set to analog, the display will only
ead “Stereo”; Sampling rate and number of channels will not be displayed. This
does not cover the bypass mode.
Inpu
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Analog (L+R RCA
Digital
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Analog (L+R RCA
Digital
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