Inline IN1401 Operation Manual

IN1401 RGB VIDEO SCALER

IN1401

OPER AT ION MANUAL

Table of Contents

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

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

Compatibility............................................................................................................... 3

Input......................................................................................................................... 3

Output ...................................................................................................................... 3

Installation................................................................................................................... 3

IN1401 Application Diagram .................................................................................. 4

Operation..................................................................................................................... 5

On Screen Menu ...................................................................................................... 5

IN1401 On Screen Display Menu System............................................................... 6

Video Menu ............................................................................................................. 7

Input Menu............................................................................................................... 7

Output Menu............................................................................................................ 8

Options Menu........................................................................................................... 8

Input Settings......................................................................................................... 10

Very Slow Input Signals........................................................................................ 14

Output Modes......................................................................................................... 14

Default Power Buttons........................................................................................... 14

Output Positioning................................................................................................. 14

Low Power Sleep Mode......................................................................................... 15

Maximum Input and Output Modes....................................................................... 15

Limitations of Settings........................................................................................... 15

Remote Operation..................................................................................................... 16

RS-232 Control...................................................................................................... 16

IN1401 Serial Commands...................................................................................... 17

Specifications............................................................................................................. 19

Troubleshooting........................................................................................................ 20

Warranty ................................................................................................................... 23

Product Overview

DESCRIPTION

The IN1401 is an advanced RGB Video Scaler that takes an RGB signal at various scan rates and resolutions and uses sophisticated digital video scaling technology to convert it to a standard VGA video signal.

Industrial and Process Control Applications - The IN1401 can act as a bridge between the installed base of proprietary process control systems and modern data displays. Because the unit accepts a wide range of standard and non-standard analog video signals and converts them to standard VGA resolutions and refresh rates, it also allows obsolete, long-persistence phosphor monitors to be replaced with standard VGA monitors and flat panel displays. The IN1401 also provides enhanced ergonomics by converting 50 and 60 Hz input signals to higher, flicker-free refresh rates.

A/V Display System Applications - The IN1401 provides an economical way to provide high quality video scaling of NTSC and PAL RGB video signals from high-resolution cameras, visualizers, document cameras and other devices featuring an RGB video output. The IN1401 also provides superb upscaling for 640 x 480, 800 x 600 and 1024 x 768 resolution video signals, making it an excellent companion for LCD and DLP display devices that have marginal on-board video scaling capability. The IN1401 has been optimized for scaling RGB computer video signals, RGB signals from document cameras, and other video signals that do not contain a great deal of fast motion. The INLINE IN1402, IN1403, IN1404, IN1404XT and IN1408 Video Scalers are recommended for applications requiring superb video scaling for composite video, S-video, component video and RGB video signals containing fast, continuous motion.

Comprehensive Input Adjustment Controls - are provided to optimize the unit when used with propriety and non-standard input signals. These input signal adjustments include: Total Pixels, Active Pixels, Active Lines, Horizontal and Vertical Blanking, Phase and Scan Type. Once adjustments are made to optimize non-standard input signals, these settings are stored and automatically recalled when the same input signal is encountered again.

Blue Screen - This feature provides a full-screen blue image for set-up and testing purposes. The blue screen output signal (activated via on-screen menu) is always available, even when the input signal is missing or the input settings are incorrectly adjusted. Blue screen is ideal for establishing the desired output resolution, refresh rate and position settings, and to verify the connection to the output display device.

Additional Features Include: On-Screen Control Menus - provide intuitive control for input and output signal adjustments as well

as advanced settings such as reset to factory defaults. System Info is a menu option that uses the onscreen display to show comprehensive information about both the input and output signals.

Selectable Output Resolution and Refresh Rate - The IN1401 offers a wide range of output resolutions to match the optimum or native resolution of virtually any display device.

Output Signal Adjustments - are included for horizontal and vertical positions, brightness and contrast, and individual gain controls for red, green and blue.

RS-232 Serial Control (IN1401-2 Model Only) is provided for all scaler functions including input selections, image adjustments and output settings. The IN1401-2’s comprehensive RS-232 control capacity facilitates complete system integration and effortless control when combined with a third party control system.

Data Display Friendly Output - The IN1401 provides a progressive scan RGBHV output at standard VGA resolutions and refresh rates, ensuring optimal compatibility with a wide range of CRT, LCD, DMD, ILA, D-ILA, HDLA and Plasma Display devices.

Rack Mountable - Two IN1401 units may be mounted side-by-side using the optional IN9080 Rack Shelf. A single unit may be rack-mounted using the IN9080 Rack Shelf and an IN9088 Half-Rack Blank Plate.

Compatibility

INPUT

The IN1401 accepts progressive scan and interlaced RGBHV, RGBS or RGsB analog video signals at horizontal scan rates from 15 KHz to 60 KHz. The unit automatically adjusts to different sync formats and a wide variety of input signals including NTSC, PAL and most standard video scan rates.

OUTPUT

The IN1401 output video signal is compatible with a wide range of CRT, LCD, DMD, ILA, D-ILA, HDLA and Plasma Display devices.

The IN1401 offers a wide range of output resolutions to match the optimum or native resolution of virtually any display device. The output refresh rate is also selectable as desired. When used with LCD or DMD displays, the 60 Hz output setting as recommended. Higher output refresh rates may be selected for use on CRT type displays in order to reduce flicker and provide enhanced ergonomics. The chart on page 13 indicates the available output resolutions and refresh rates.

Installation

This section offers step-by-step instructions for installing the IN1401 RGB Video Scaler. An APPLICATION DIAGRAM is located on the following page.

Note: Read the instructions carefully before initiating the installation procedure. Make sure that there is no power connected to the IN1401, and that the power button is off.

1. Place / install the IN1401 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 in a 1-U rack space (using the optional IN9080 rack shelf).

2. Connect the IN1401 input (BNC connectors) to a data output device (featuring an RGB video

output), using three, four or five BNC cables (for RGsB, RGBS or RGBHV, respectively) or a multi-conductor RGBHV, RGBS or RGB "snake". The IN7000 / IN7200 / IN7300 Series cables are well suited for this purpose (see RGB Output Cables on page 15). While making connections, take care to insure that the red output is connected to the red input, green output to the green input, etc.

Note: The IN1401 will not

accept S-Video or composite video signals.

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OUTPUT

IN1401 FRONT VIEW

3. Connect the monitor, flat panel or other VGA display device directly to the IN1401 output port using a standard 15-pin HD male-to-male VGA cable. INLINE’s IN8000M Series VGA cables offer exceptional performance and are available in a variety of lengths.

4. Connect power to the IN1401 using the IN9230 IEC power cable (included).

5. Turn on the video source, the IN1401 and the monitor. The scaler has been factory pre-set to support plug and play operation with most display devices. If it becomes necessary to manually adjust / fine-tune the video image, refer to the INPUT SETTINGS section on pages 8 - 11 to achieve optimum picture quality.

IN1401 APPLICATION DIAGRAM

Video Microscope with RGB output

Document Camera with RGB output

Process Controller

IN1401 RGB Video Scaler

INPUT

MENU ENTER

IN1401 REAR VIEW

VBG/GsR

Monitor

TX G ND RX

RS-232

Flat Panel Display

90-260 VAC; 0.20 A; 47-63 HZ

FUSE; 0.5 A; 250 V; TIME DELAY

Operation

ON SCREEN MENU

This section offers a description of the on screen menus and their operations. To access the Main Menu, press the MENU or ENTER Button. Use the arrow buttons to maneuver around within the menu display(s). Press ENTER to select a command, and press MENU to exit.

The MAIN MENU commands and their functions are:

VIDEO - Changes input signal video parameters INPUT - Changes input signal-timing parameters OUTPUT - Changes output signal-timing parameters OPTIONS - Displays advanced options

An illustration of the On Screen Display Menu System is provided on page 6, followed by a detailed description of each menu command.

IN1401 ON SCREEN DISPLAY MENU SYSTEM

Main Menu

Video Input

Output

Options

Video

Brightness Blanking Resolution Factory Reset

Contrast Active Area Refresh Rate Auto Detect

Color Total Pixels Position Baud Rate

Phase Blue Screen Delimiters Scan Type System Info.

Color

Red H-Blanking 640 x 480 Yes

Green V-Blanking 800 x 600 No

Blue 852 x 480

Active Pixels 1152 x 864 Auto Detect On Active Lines 1280 x 720 Auto Detect Off

1280 x 768 User Defined

Interlaced 1365 x 768 Swap Fields 1365 x 1024 Invert Sync

56 / 60 / 65 Hz 4800 72 Hz 9600 75 Hz 1920 85 Hz 38400 96 Hz 57600

100 Hz 120 Hz

H-Position Parentheses ( ) V-Position Slashes / \

On Input Off Horizontal

Vertical Output Horizontal Vertical Version

* Depends on the resolution **Functional for IN1401-2 Only

Input Output Options

Blanking

Active Area

Sync Type

1024 x 768

1280 x 1024 Redetected Now

Resolution

Refresh Rate*

Position

Blue Screen

1200 2400

Brackets [ ] Braces { }

Greater / Less than < > Signs ! #

Factory Reset

Auto Detect

Baud Rate**

Delimiters**

System Info

VIDEO MENU

BRIGHTNESS - Changes the input signal brightness CONTRAST - Changes the input signal contrast COLOR - Changes the input signal gain (contrast) for each individual color. Red, green and

blue are available.

INPUT MENU

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).

ACTIVE PIXELS - The number of pixels per line inside the active input 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.

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 Input Settings section on pages 8-11 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.

PHASE - Adjusts the amount of phase shift applied to the input signal.

SCAN TYPE - Three options are available:

• Interlaced - for interlaced signals

• Swap fields - to switch the interlaced fields (if necessary)

• Invert Sync - to switch the sync polarity (if necessary)

OUTPUT MENU

RESOLUTION - Because the IN1401 only scales up, users must choose an output resolution

that is greater than or equal to the input active area, as well as one that is compatible with their monitor. The available resolution rates are listed on page 13.

REFRESH RATE - Allows users to choose the refresh rate that’s compatible with their display

device.

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

on page 13 for a complete listing.

POSITION - Positions the output image on the monitor. Unlike input blanking it does not crop

the image or add blank borders.

BLUE SCREEN - Adjusts the output image on the monitor. Available anytime (even when the

input settings are incorrectly adjusted or the input signal is missed entirely), the blue screen is used to adjust the outer settings (resolution, refresh rate and position) 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.

OPTIONS MENU

FACTORY RESET - Returns all video, input and output settings to factory default (except the

resolution and refresh rate).

AUTO DETECT - Four options are available:

• Auto Detect On - The default mode at power up that allows the IN1401 to

automatically detect new input modes and adjust accordingly.

• Auto Detect Off - Prevents the IN1401 from switching back and forth between

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

• User Defined - All input modes have the same user definable settings, however,

they are restricted to values close to the input mode detected. I f a full rang e of v alues is necessary, the user-defined mode may be manually selected.

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

selected automatically.

• Redetected Now - The IN1401 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.

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 delimiters.

INLINE 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.

SYSTEM INFO - This screen displays the following system information:

• Input Active Area • Input Horizontal Scan Rate

• Input Vertical Refresh Rate • If Input is Interlaced

• Output Resolution • Output Horizontal Scan Rate

• Output Vertical Refresh Rate • Program Version Number

Only the input horizontal scan rate and input vertical refresh rate are measured by the IN1401. If the input signal includes extra pulses (such as equalization or serration pulses), the input vertical refresh rate may indicate a value lower that the actual rate. All other values are simply repeated as defined by the input and output settings. Although the IN1401 detects the input mode and adjusts automatically (for the detected input mode and the selected output mode), the system will reflect any changes made to these settings made by the user. This information may be useful for setting other video parameters such as the input total pixels (see input settings below) or for other video equipment connected to the IN1401.

INPUT SETTINGS

The IN1401 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 input settings are shown in Figure 1 and the formulas and figures listed on the following pages will assist in the adjustment of these settings.

Blanking Area

H-Blanking

Active Pixels

V-Blanking

Active Lines

Total Lines

Active Area

Tot al Pixe ls

Figure 1. Input Settings

The input settings control the following:

• H-Blanking - Left edge of image • V-Blanking - Top edge of image

• Active Pixels - Right edge of image • Active Lines - Bottom edge of image

• Total Pixels - Right edge of image

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

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

In Figure 2, the input blanking is set incorrectly (as indicated by the dashed lines). If the HBlanking is set less than the actual H-Blanking, the IN1401 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 V-Blanking is set less than the actual V-Blanking, the IN1401 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 on the monitor.

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 and position) 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 settings may then be adjusted.

Active Area

In Figure 3, the active area is adjusted incorrectly, as shown by the dashed lines. If the active pixels are set less that the actual active pixels, the IN1401 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 IN1401 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

Active Pi xe l s

Active Lines

Figure 3. Incorrect Active Area

Depending on the video 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 tables below:

Table 1. Input Modes for Horizontal Scan Rat e = 31.5 KHz and Verti c al 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 Rat e = 15.7 KHz and Verti c al 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)

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 using one of the methods shown below:

• Check the On-Screen Menu: The input horizontal scan rate, as measured by the

IN1401, may be found in the options menu under SYSTEMS INFO on page 7.

• Multiply the input active pixels by 1.3 to approximate the input total pixels.

• Adjust the input total pixels 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 Pi xels

Figure 4. Incorrect Total Pixels

VERY SLOW INPUT SIGNALS

If the input signal is very slow (pixel clock is less than 12 MHz), the IN1401 may display a poor image as it is only designed for signals above 12 MHz. To improve the quality of the image, simply increase the sampling rate by doubling the number of active pixels and total pixels by using the on screen menu. The number of active lines remains the same. For example:

Parameter Actual Input Signal IN1401 Settings

Active Pixels 380 760

Active Lines 286 286

Total Pixels 482 964

Pixel Clock 7.512 MHz 15.024 MHz

OUTPUT MODES

The IN1401 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 or a factory reset may be selected without the use of the IN1401 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 IN1401. To select both an output mode and factory reset, hold down both buttons simultaneously while turning the scaler on.

MENU: 640 x 480 @ 60 Hz DOWN: 1152 x 864 @ 60 Hz LEFT: 800 x 600 @ 60 Hz RIGHT: 1280 x 1024 @ 60 Hz UP: 1024 x 768 @ 60 Hz ENTER: Factory Reset

OUTPUT POSITIONING

The output 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 output position.

LOW POWER SLEEP MODE

If no input signal is detected, the IN1401 will enter a low power sleep mode operation. During this mode, the processor is still active and will continue to monitor the input for any video signal. Upon connection to the video signal, the IN1401 will automatically return to its normal mode of operation. The IN1401 menu may be displayed and adjusted without any video signal connected. If the IN1401 is in its low power mode, press menu or enter to turn on the unit and start the menu. All controls are available. The background will be blue if no signal is present and cannot be turned off until a signal is connected. Upon exiting the menu, the IN1401 will again return to its low power mode if no signal is present.

MAXIMUM INPUT AND OUTPUT MODES

There are six factors that limit the input and output modes of the IN1401:

1. Input Active Pixels ≤ Output Active Pixels

2. Input Active Lines ≤ Output Active Lines

3. Input Pixel Clock ≤ 95 MHz (After De-Interlacing)

4. Intermediate Pixel Clock ≤ 95 MHz (After Frame Rate Conversion)

5. Output Pixel Clock ≤ 135 MHz (After Image Scaling)

6. (Input Pixel Clock + 95) / 1.8 ≤ 95 (Bandwidth Formula)

LIMITATIONS OF SETTINGS

The following criteria must be met for all signals. Any attempt to adjust the settings beyond these criteria results in an invalid video signal and will not be allowed. If any setting will not move to the desired value, verify the equations below and refer to the list of problems / solutions on page 17 of the Troubleshooting Section to find the alternate setting required.

Input Total Pixels > Input H-Blanking + Input Active Pixels

Input Active Pixels < Input Total Pixels - Input H-Blanking Input Active Pixels ≤ Output Active Pixels Input Active Lines < Input Total Lines - Input V-Blanking Input Active Lines ≤ Output Active Lines Input H-Blanking < Input Total Pixels - Input Active Pixels Input V-Blanking < Input Total Lines - Input Active Lines

In addition to the above limitations, the predefined input modes only have a full range of 256 units. If a setting beyond +/- 128 units from the default value is desired, the user-defined mode may be selected.

Note: All of the limits listed above apply to the user-defined mode.

Remote Operation (IN1401-2 Only)

RS-232 CONTROL

The IN1401-2 model has an RS-232 serial control port that 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 IN1401 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 IN1401 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 IN1401 to select channel 3. Serial Control Cable Wiring

When controlling only one IN1401 unit, connect the RS-232 cable as follows:

When controlling multiple IN1401 units, connect the RS-232 cable as follows:

The baud rate transmitted must match the baud rate selected on the IN1401

Controller Transmit to IN1401 Receive Controller Ground to IN1401 Ground Controller Receive to IN1401 Transmit

Controller Transmit to Each IN1401 Receive Controller Ground to Each IN1401 Ground Controller Receive to Only one IN1401 Transmit

Key Concept

When controlling multiple units, the Controller Receiver Terminal must connect to only one IN1401 Transmit Terminal. Multiple IN1401 Transit Lines may not be connected together; otherwise signal contention from multiple units will result. Therefore, “receive” information is only available from one IN1401 in this configuration. Each unit must be set to different delimiters.

IN1401 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 by 2 AP- decrease active pixels by 2 AP@ set active pixels to

normal**♦

APxxx set active pixels to absolute

value♦

AP? return active pixels BH+ increase input horizontal

blanking

BH- decrease input horizontal

blanking

BH@ set input horizontal

blanking to normal**♦

BHxxx set input horizontal

blanking to absolute value♦

BH? return input horizontal

blanking BLU+ increase blue gain BLU- decrease blue gain BLU@ set blue gain to

normal**(128)

COMMAND DESCRIPTION

BLUxxx set blue gain to absolute

value (0-255) BLU? Return blue gain BLS0 blue screen ON BLS1 blue screen OFF BV+ increase input vertical

blanking BV- decrease input vertical

blanking BV@ set input vertical blanking

to normal**♦ BVxxx set input vertical blanking

to absolute value♦ BV? return input vertical

blanking BRG+ increase brightness BRG- decrease brightness BRG@ set brightness to normal**

(128) BRGxxx set brightness to absolute

value (000-255) BRG? return current brightness 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 CON+ increase contrast CON- decrease contrast CON@ set contrast to normal**

(128) CONxxx set contrast to absolute

value (000-255)

COMMAND DESCRIPTION

CON? return current contrast

COMMAND DESCRIPTION

PV? return current horizontal

DOWN front panel down button. ENTER front panel enter key. GRN+ increase green gain GRN- decrease green gain

RED+ increase red gain RED- decrease red gain RED@ set red gain to

GRN@ set green gain to

normal**(128)

REDxxx set red gain to absolute

GRNxxx set green gain to absolute

value(0-255) GRN? return green gain IM0 set input mode to auto

detect ON** IM1 set input mode to auto

detect OFF IM2 set input mode to user

defined IM3 redetect input mode now IM? return input mode state INFO? return unit version LEFT front panel left key. MENU front panel menu key. PH+ increase horizontal position PH- decrease horizontal

position PH@ set horizontal position to

normal**♦ PHxxx set horizontal position to

RED? return red 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 100 Hz REF6 set refresh rate to 120Hz REF? return refresh rate RES000 factory reset RIGHT front panel right key. SCS0 set resolution to 640 x 480 SCS1 set resolution to 800 x 600 SCS2 set resolution to 852 x 480 SCS3 set resolution to 1024 x 768 SCS4 set resolution to 1152 x 864 SCS5 set resolution to 1280 x 720 SCS6 set resolution to 1280 x 768 SCS7 set resolution to 1280 x

absolute value♦ PH? return current horizontal

position

SCS8 set resolution to 1365 x 768

SCS9 set resolution to 1365 x PHS+ increase phase PHS- decrease phase PHS@

set phase to normal**♦

PHSxxx set phase to absolute value

SCS? return current resolution

ST0 toggle interlaced(1=on)

ST1 toggle swapped PHS? return phase PV+ increase vertical position PV- decrease vertical position

ST2 toggle invert sync(100=on)

ST? return scan type (add above PV@ set vertical position to

normal** ♦

UP front panel up key. PVxxx set vertical position to

absolute valuε♦

* This Command List is preliminary. 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

position

normal**(128)

value (0-255)

1024

fields(10=on)

numbers)

Specifications

IN1401 RGB Video Scaler

Input

Connectors (5) Female BNC for RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB Signal 0.7 Vp-p typical, 75 Ohm impedance Signal Type Analog Video, Progressive Scan or Interlaced Horizontal Scan Rate 15 KHz - 60 KHz Refresh Rates 50 Hz - 120 Hz

Output

Connectors (1) 15-Pin HD Female for RGBHV RGB Video 0.7 Vp-p typical, 75 Ohm Impedance Sync H & V: TTL compatible Resolution 640 x 480 to 1365 x 1024 (see chart on page 11) Refresh Rate 60 Hz to 120 Hz (see chart on page 11) Color Depth 24-bit

General

RS-232 Control (IN1401-2 Only)

Power Supply Internal Switch Mode: 90 - 260 VAC; 47 - 63 Hz Power Consumption 15 Watts Shipping Weight 4 lbs. / 2 Kg Product Weight 2 lbs. / 0.9 Kg Dimensions 1.65” x 8.5” x 7.3” / 4.2 cm x 21.6 cm x 18.5 cm

Regulatory Approvals

Included Accessories IN9230 IEC Power Cable, 6’ long (USA only)

Operations Manual

VGA Monitor Adapter and Extension Cables IN8000M Series - 15-pin HD male to 15-pin HD male, available in various lengths 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

Rack-Mount Hardware IN9080 - Rack Shelf

IN9088 - Half-Rack Blank Plate

1200 to 57,600 baud, N, 8, 1; 3-Pin Phoenix

UL1950, CAN/CSA-22.2 No. 950, 3rd Edition

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

EN50082-1 (1992 and 1994), EN60950-92

Optional Accessories

RGB Input Cables and Connectors

Cables

Standard Resolution Standard Resolution, Flexible Plenum Ultra High Resolution Super High Resolution

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

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

IN7000-5 IN7000FP-5

IN7200-1 IN7200-3 IN7200-5 IN7200-6

IN7300-5 IN7300-6

Troubleshooting

Problem: There is no image on the monitor. Solution 1: Make sure that the IN9230 IEC power cable is securely plugged into the unit and the A/C

source.

Solution 2: Make sure the A/C source is live. Solution 3: Verify that the power switch is turned on for the video source, the IN1401 and the

monitor.

Solution 4: Verify the connection to the output display device. Even with no input signal, the

IN1401 menu can be displayed. Press MENU or ENTER to gain access to the menu screen.

Solution 5: Select an Output Resolution and Refresh Rate compatible with the monitor being used.

Use the default power-up buttons to select an Output Mode without the menu present, then turn on the Blue Screen to verify these settings.

Solution 6: 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 Options, Auto Detect and Redetect Now to reload these settings.

Solution 7: The output resolution may be less that the input (the IN1401 can only scale up). Select

Problem: The image on the monitor is scrambled. Solution: Select an Output Resolution and Refresh Rate compatible with the monitor being used.

Problem: The image on the monitor is stretched horizontally. Solution 1: The Input Total Pixels may be set too high. Reduce the Input Total Pixels to match the

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

Problem: The image on the monitor is compressed horizontally. Solution 1: Increase the Input Total Pixels setting to match the input signal. Refer to the Input

Solution 2: Reduce the Input Active Pixels setting to match the input signal. Problem: The image on the monitor is stretched vertically. Solution 1: Increase the number of Input Active Lines to match the input settings.

Solution 2: Increase the Output Resolution to a greater value than the input active area.

an Output Resolution that is greater than or equal to the Input Active Area.

Use the default power-up buttons to select an Output Mode without the menu present, then turn on the Blue Screen to verify these settings.

input signal. Refer to the Input Settings section on pages 10-13 to make the necessary adjustment.

Settings section on pages 10-13 to make the necessary adjustments.

Problem: The image on the monitor is compressed vertically. Solution: Reduce the number of Input Active Lines to match the input signal.

Problem: The image on the monitor is cropped to the left side. Solution 1: Reduce the Input H-Blanking to match the input signal.

Solution 2: Increase the Output H-Position to line up the image on the monitor. Use the blue screen. Solution 3: Adjust the Monitor Position or Size Controls to fit the image on the monitor. Use the

Problem: The image on the monitor is cropped on the right side. Solution 1: Increase the Input H-Blanking to match the input signal.

Solution 2: Reduce the Output H-Position to line up the image on the monitor. Use the blue screen. Solution 3: Adjust the Monitor Position or Size Controls to fit the image on the monitor. Use the

Problem: The image on the monitor is cropped on the top. Solution 1: Reduce the Input V-Blanking to match the input signal.

Solution 2: Increase the Output V-Position to line up the image on the monitor. Use the blue screen. Solution 3: Adjust the Monitor Position or Size Controls to fit the image on the monitor. Use the

Problem: The image on the monitor is cropped on the bottom. Solution 1: Increase the Input V-Blanking to match the input signal.

Solution 2: Reduce the Output V-Position to line up the image on the monitor. Use the blue screen. Solution 3: Adjust the Monitor Position or Size Control to fit the image on the monitor. Use the blue

Problem: The image on the monitor has multiple faint vertical lines. Solution: Adjust the Input Total Pixels until the faint vertical lines move out of view or until only

Problem: The image on the monitor has one faint vertical line. Solution: Adjust the Input Phase to move the faint vertical line out of view.

Problem: Some characters on the monitor appear fuzzy. Solution 1: Adjust the Input Total Pixels until all the characters are sharp.

Solution 2: Adjust the Input Phase until all the characters are sharp. Problem: The monitor only displays the upper half of the signal.

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

Problem: The image on the monitor jitters up and down. Solution: The Input Scan Type is set incorrectly. For interlaced signals, select Scan Type and

Problem: The monitor displays a double image.

blue screen.

screen.

one line remains. Refer to the Input Settings section on pages 10-13 to make the necessary adjustment.

verify that the Interlaced Setting is turned off. Select the Interlaced Setting to toggle on / off.

verify that the Interlaced Setting is turned on. Select the Interlaced Setting to toggle on / off.

Solution: The odd and even fields are not detected. For interlaced signals, the detection of odd and

even fields can be corrected by selecting Scan Type, then Invert Sync.

Problem: The image on the monitor has jagged edges. Solution: The odd and even fields are swapped. For interlaced signals, the odd and even fields can

be switched by selecting Scan Type, then Swap Fields.

Problem: The settings on the IN1401 will not move to the desired values. Solution 1: The combination of settings on the IN1401 may be invalid. Please refer to the chart on

page 15 (Limitations of Settings) to verify that the adjustments are within the Scaler’s operating perimeters.

Solution 2: 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 Options, Auto Defeat, and User Defined.

Note: The user-defined mode must adhere to the setting limitations listed on page 15.

Problem: The Input Total Pixels setting will not decrease. Solution 1: The Input H-Blanking may be set too high. Reduce the Input H-Blanking to match the

input signal.

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

input signal. Refer to the input settings on pages 10-13 to make this adjustment.

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

input signal.

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

input signal.

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

input signal. Refer to the Input Settings section on pages 10-13 to make this adjustment.

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

match the input signal.

Problem: The Output Resolution will not decrease. Solution 1: The IN1401 can only scale up. If a lower output resolution is desired, connect a signal

with a lower Input Active Area.

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

Input Active Lines setting to match the signal.

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

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 IN1401 features and specifications is subject to change without notice.

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