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OPERATION MANUAL

DEDICATED VIDEO INTERFACE SERIES

IN2013 High Resolution Video Interface

for 13W3 Workstations

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Product Overview 2 - 3

Description / Product Features........................................................................................................................2

Input Compatibility / Output Compatibility ....................................................................................................3

Installation 3 - 5

Input Computer Selection Dip Switch Chart...................................................................................................4

Diagram #1 - IN2013 Installation....................................................................................................................5

External Controls 6 - 7

Horizontal Position Control ............................................................................................................................6

Sharpness Control...........................................................................................................................................6

Gain Control....................................................................................................................................................6

Monitor Emulation.......................................................................................................................................... 7

Using the IN2013 With a Local Monitor ..........................................................................................7

Using the IN2013 Without a Local Monitor.....................................................................................7

Monitor Emulation Chart..................................................................................................................7

Internal Controls (For Technicians Only) 8 - 12

Opening the IN2013 Case...............................................................................................................................8

Diagram #2 - Internal View.............................................................................................................................9

Blue and Red Gain Controls............................................................................................................................9

Diagram #3 - Dip Switches ...........................................................................................................................10

Internal Dip Switches..............................................................................................................................11, 12

SW1 - Output Sync / Horizontal Position Control Disable.............................................................11

Select RGB Output or Composite Monochrome Output.................................................................11

Setting Output Sync Format - Automatic or Manual.......................................................................11

SW2 - Monitor Emulation Switches ...............................................................................................12

SW3 - Input Computer Select.........................................................................................................12

Technical Reference 13 - 14

Specifications................................................................................................................................................13

Input / Local Monitor Output / Data Display Output......................................................................13

General: Controls / Power Supply / Power Consumption / Dimensions / Weight..........................13

Parts Included .................................................................................................................................13

Optional Accessories.......................................................................................................................13

Warranty........................................................................................................................................................14

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

DESCRIPTION

The IN2013 is a high performance dedicated computer video interface for Sun SPARC, SGI, IBM PowerPC, NeXT, and other graphic workstations with 13W3 video ports. Like other INLINE interfaces, the IN2013 carries out three primary functions. This first function is signal splitting as the interface allows for the simultaneous connection and viewing of both the

computer’s local monitor and a second display device such as a large data monitor or data projector. The second function is physical interfacing and adaption. The IN2013 connects to workstations with special video connectors (13W3) and provides output signal on standard BNC connectors. The final function is electronic interfacing. The interface accepts video in a wide variety of sync formats and converts the signal to RGsB, RGBS, or RGBHV as required by the display device, cabling, and video routing system.

PRODUCT FEATURES

• Universal Compatibility for Graphic Workstations with 13W3 Video Ports- The

IN2013 offers extremely flexible input signal flexibility for use with high performance

graphic workstations. Factory set for automatic operation with Sun and SGI computers, the unit will accept other workstation signals by flipping one or two dip switches.

• Exceptional Video Performance - Featuring advanced video amplification circuitry, the

IN2013 offers video bandwidth in excess of 230 MHz, ensuring that even the highest

resolution workstation video signals will be interfaced with complete signal clarity.

• Buffered Local Monitor Output - Ensures highest quality display on the local monitor.

This buffered output provides the flexibility to place the local monitor anywhere since the monitor cable may be extended if necessary.

• Automatic Output Sync Format Selection - The IN2013 senses the number of cables

connected to the outputs at power up and automatically sets the output sync format to RGBHV, RGBS or RGsB. LED indicators located next to the Green, H/Comp Sync, and V Sync output BNCs provide clear visual confirmation of the current output sync format.

• Flexible Monitor Emulation - The interface is set at the factory to pass all sense pins

through to the local monitor, ensuring that the graphics card sees the sense signals from the attached monitor and sets itself to the appropriate resolution, refresh rate or frequency. For applications where the IN2013 will be used without a local monitor, dip switches are provided to emulate virtually any monitor.

• Multi-Step Sharpness Control - optimized to provide maximum visible sharpness

enhancement with high resolution workstation video signals.

INPUT COMPATIBILITY

The IN2013 will accept high resolution video signals from Sun, Silicon Graphics, IBM PowerPC, NeXT and virtually any other graphic workstation which outputs analog video through a 13W3 female connector. Input signal compatibility parameters are listed below.

Video Signal: Analog RGB Video Connector: 13W3 female video port on computer Signal format: RGsB, RsGsBs, RGBS, RGBHV Horizontal Frequency Range: 30 KHz to 130 KHz Vertical Refresh Rates: 30 Hz to 120 Hz

OUTPUT COMPATIBILITY

The IN2013 outputs an analog RGsB, RGBS, RGBHV or Composite Monochrome signal on female BNC connectors. This output signal is compatible with high resolution data grade monitors and data / graphics projectors. While graphic workstations operate in several video modes encompassing a wide range of resolutions and scan rates, most of the video signals from these workstations have very high scan rates (60 KHz or more) and very high resolution (1280 x 1024 is common). The data projector or monitor must be compatible with the horizontal scan rate and vertical refresh rate of the workstation video signal. Please check the documentation for both the workstation graphics card and the data display device to ensure compatibility.

The IN2013 is not a scan converter or encoder. This unit does not change the horizontal scan rate, resolution, or convert the signal to NTSC composite video. The display device connected to the IN2013 output must be compatible with the horizontal scan rate, vertical refresh rate and resolution of the workstation video signal.

INSTALLATION

Installation steps are listed below and outlined in Diagram 1 on page 5.

#1 Turn the computer and computer monitor off.

Disconnect the computer monitor from the computer’s video port.

#2 Check the Monitor Emulation dip switch settings on the bottom side of the IN2013.

Using Local Monitor - If you are using a local monitor (most installations) make sure that all dip switches in the box labeled MONITOR EMULATION are set to “0”.

No Local Monitor - If you are not using a local monitor, gently set the dip switches using the Inline tool provided according to the chart found on page 7.

Check the Monitor Emulation chart and dip switch settings carefully. An improper setting of the emulation dip switches may lead to improper operation and could even result in severe damage to the computer video port or the monitor. If you are in doubt as

to which monitor emulation to choose, set all the Monitor Emulation dip switches to “0” and connect a local monitor.

#3 Check the Input Computer Selection dip switch settings on the bottom side of the IN2013.

The factory default setting (000) will work with Sun workstations and most SGI computers. If you have a different computer, carefully set the dip switches to the appropriate setting as indicated in the chart below using the Inline tool provided. Please note that these settings only

relate to the input signal from the computer and have no effect on the output sync format.

Input Computer Selection Dip Switch Chart

Workstation Dip Switch Setting

Sun

RGBS (most common) 000 RGBHV 101

SGI

RsGsBs (most common) 001 (000 also works) RGBS 011 RGBHV 101 (001 also works)

NeXT Color (RGsB) 001 IBM PowerPC (RGBHV) 010

#4 Connect the IN2013 input cable to the computer’s video port.

The input cable is the 3’ long cable permanently attached to the interface. Connect this cable to the computer’s video port (see drawing above).

#5 Connect the local computer monitor (if present) to the LOCAL MONITOR OUTPUT on the IN2013. With no local monitor you may have to set the emulation dip switches (see page 7).

#6 Connect the IN2013 output to the display device RGB input.

Using high quality video cables, connect the output BNCs on the IN2013 to the RGB input on your large screen monitor or data projector. The interface will automatically set the output sync format according to the number of cables you have connected to the output:

Cables Connected to BNCs Output Format

RGB RGsB RGBS RGBS RGBHV RGBHV

Cable selection is extremely important to the performance of any high resolution graphics display system, especially when using long cable runs. The following Inline cables are available in a variety of lengths from 6’ to 100’ (longer cables available by special order) and are recommended for all system connections:

IN7000 Series Standard Resolution Coax Cables - 3, 4 or 5 conductors IN7100Series High Resolution Coax Cables - 3, 4, or 5 conductors IN7200 Series Ultra High Resolution Coax Cables - 3, 4 or 5 conductors

#7 Apply power to the IN2013.

Connect the round connector on the provided power transformer to the power input jack on the IN2013 (US: IN9207-1 15VDC / 900mA, UK/European: IN9208 15VDC / 1A). Connect the power transformer to the A/C power source.

#8 Complete the installation by powering up the computer and computer monitor.

If necessary, adjust the horizontal position control as detailed on page 6.

Local Monitor

Computer CPU

Data Projector /

Monitor

IN7100-5 / IN7200-5

RGBHV Cable

Power Supply

15V / 900mA

RGB Input

DIAGRAM #1 IN2013 INSTALLATION

INPUT

HORIZONTAL

POSITION

LOCAL MONITOR

OUTPUT

2013

HIGH RESOLUTION VIDEO INTERFACE FOR 13W3 WORKSTATIONS

VERTICAL

SYNC

HORIZONTAL /

COMPOSITE

SYNC

BLUE

GREEN

RED

SHARPNESS

GAIN

OUTPUT

EXTERNAL CONTROLS

Once you have installed the IN2013 as described in the previous section, operation is fully automatic. You may wish to make certain adjustments, however to optimize the interface for your computer video source and display device. All adjustments and settings described in this section are accessible via controls or dip switches on the top, bottom or side of the IN2013.

HORIZONTAL POSITION CONTROL

The horizontal position control is a small black knob located on the side of the IN2013 adjacent to the Local Monitor Output connector. This control shifts the image to the left or to the right on the data display connected to the IN2013 output (the local monitor is not affected). With an adjustment range of 15 turns from stop to stop, the horizontal position control allows for very fine horizontal centering control.

Most data projectors and monitors have their own image centering controls, and it is possible for

the display device’s horizontal position control setting to interact with the IN2013 horizontal position control, resulting in a dark display, strange color reproduction or no image at all. The following procedure is recommended to ensure best results:

1. Adjust the IN2013 horizontal position control so a good quality image is displayed. Avoid

any extreme settings or any setting which causes the displayed image to darken.

2. Adjust the display device horizontal position control until the image is centered as desired.

3. If the image appears dark or the colors are not properly displayed, fine tune the controls on

both the display device and the IN2013 until the picture is centered and a good quality image is attained.

Disabling the Horizontal Position Control

For some installations you may wish to disable the horizontal position control. The control may be enabled or disabled by flipping a dip switch located on the bottom of the IN2013. Use the Inline adjustment tool to change dip switch settings. The factory default setting is horizontal position control enabled.

SHARPNESS CONTROL / GAIN CONTROL

The Sharpness and Gain controls are located on the top of the interface in the upper right hand corner. Both controls feature recessed control pots to increase durability and help prevent accidental changes to their settings. To adjust the Sharpness or Gain controls, insert the Inline adjustment tool into the desired adjustment control and turn gently. Turn clockwise to increase the value and counter clockwise to decrease the value. These adjustment pots have a rotational range of just over half a turn.

Sharpness Control

This control may be used to enhance the visibility of fine details by increasing the sharpness of the displayed image. The factory default setting is minimum (no sharpness enhancement).

Gain Control

The Gain Control adjusts the output voltage of the Red, Green, and Blue outputs simultaneously, ensuring that gray scale is maintained. The Gain adjustment range is .7 in the minimum position and 1.3 in the maximum position. The factory default setting is 1.0 (unity gain).

MONITOR EMULATION

Using the IN2013 With a Local Monitor

Many high resolution graphic workstations use sense signals to set resolution, horizontal frequency, and vertical refresh rate. The IN2013 passes all sense pins between the computer video port and the local monitor attached to the Local Monitor Output, ensuring that the computer can sense the attached monitor and set itself to an appropriate resolution and scan rate for that monitor. The Monitor Emulation dip switches must all be set to “0” when using a

local monitor. This allows all sense pins to pass through, ensuring proper operation of the graphics card and monitor.

Using the IN2013 Without a Local Monitor

The IN2013 design makes it easy to use the interface without a local monitor. Because the Local Monitor Output port is buffered, there is no need for a termination plug to terminate the video signals when used without a local monitor.

The IN2013 includes a bank of 10 dip switches on the bottom side of the interface for monitor emulation, permitting the interface to emulate virtually any type of monitor. By setting these switches to the appropriate positions, the user may emulate the appropriate sense signals, setting the video card to the desired frequency, refresh rate and resolution even without a local monitor.

If you are not using a local monitor, but need to emulate a specific mode, locate your workstation type and desired mode in the chart below. If you are not sure of the exact mode to select for your computer, select the mode shown in bold since it is the most common mode. Using the Inline adjustment tool provided with the interface, carefully set the dip switches to the appropriate settings. Check the Monitor Emulation chart and the IN2013 dip switch settings carefully. An

improper setting of the emulation dip switches may lead to improper operation and could even result in severe damage to the computer video port or the monitor. Some modes listed below may not be supported by certain workstations / graphic cards.

Monitor Emulation Chart Make / Mode Dip Switch Settings

SUN

1152x900 / 66 Hz / 61.8 KHz 0011000000 1152x900 / 76 Hz / 71.7 KHz - 16” / 17” Monitor 1001000000

1152x900 / 76 Hz / 71.7 KHz - 19” Monitor 1001000100 1280x1024 / 76 KHz / 81 KHz 1011000000 1600x1280 / 76 Hz / 100.8 KHz 0011000100

SGI

Single Scan 15” (Indy) 1024x768 / 60 Hz / 48.48 KHz 0100000000

or 0100000010 Single Scan 19” (Personal Iris / 4D) 1280x1024 / 60 Hz / 63.9 KHz 0000000000 Hitachi 19” 1280x1024 / 60 Hz 0100011000 Dual Scan 16” (Original Indigo) 1280x1024 & 1024x768 / 60 Hz / 63.9 & 48.48 KHz 0000010000 Dual Scan 19” (Original Indigo) 1280x1024 & 1024x768 / 60 Hz / 63.9 & 48.48 KHz 0100010000 Multiscan 16” Up to 1280x1024 / 76 Hz / 30 - 82 KHz 0100001000 or 0100001010 Multiscan 19” Up to 1280x1024 / 76 Hz / 30 - 82 KHz 0000011000 or 0000011010 Multiscan 21” Up to 1280x1024 / 76 Hz / 30 - 82 KHz 0000001000

INTERNAL CONTROLS

The controls needed for most installations and typical daily operation are all located on the exterior of the interface. A few controls for advanced options have been placed inside the unit. These controls are designed for qualified technicians and should not be adjusted by the casual user.

Internal control adjustment requires the IN2013 case to be opened, making the

interface’s sensitive electronic components vulnerable to physical damage or damage from static discharge. The case opening procedure as outlined below should only be carried out by qualified technicians located in an approved field force protective workstation. Physical damage to internal components and damage caused by static discharge is not covered under warranty.

OPENING THE IN2013 CASE

1. Remove power from the interface and place the unit in a static free environment to ensure

protection to the internal components.

2. Place the interface upside down on the work surface (rubber feet and dip switches facing up).

Using a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the two screws on the bottom of the interface. Flip the interface back over to rest on the bottom side.

3. Pull the top half of the interface case straight up.

4. If you are only adjusting the Red and Blue gain controls no further disassembly is required.

Make adjustments and reassemble the interface as described in steps 10 & 11. If you need to change the internal dip switch settings, continue with the steps below.

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5. Remove the three Phillips screws (located in the corners and center on the input cable side of

the interface) which hold the printed circuit board (PCB) to the lower case. To assist in reassembly, make note of the red ground strap terminal on the center screw.

6. Lift the PCB / Input / Output connector assembly away from the lower case. Flip this

assembly over to expose the dip switches on the underside of the PCB and place the assembly on a clean, flat surface, making sure that nothing touches the components on the PCB.

7. Make dip switch adjustments as necessary.

8. Flip the PCB assembly back over and place it back in the bottom half of the interface case,

aligning the front and rear metal panels on the PCB assembly with the channels in the case bottom.

9. Replace the 3 Phillips screws. Be sure to thread the center screw through the red grounding

strap terminal before placing it in the PCB.

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10. Replace the top metal case, carefully aligning the channels in the top metal with the front and

rear metal panels on the PCB assembly.

11. Carefully flip over the interface and replace the bottom screws.

BLUE AND RED GAIN CONTROLS

The locations of the Blue Gain control (R182) and Red Gain control (R145) are shown in Diagram 2 above. These controls have been precisely calibrated at the factory to provide the same gain characteristics as the Green circuit.

Any adjustments made to the Blue or Red gain controls may adversely affect gray scale reproduction and color accuracy, therefore, these controls should only be adjusted by qualified technicians having the necessary test equipment. Since the gain pots must be adjusted with power applied to the interface, great care must be taken to avoid touching any exposed circuit paths and to avoid creating short circuits between adjacent components. The Blue and Red gain controls are light duty adjustment pots and should be carefully adjusted using a small plastic alignment tool.

• To increase the gain turn the adjustment pot counterclockwise.

• To decrease the gain turn the pot clockwise.

INTERNAL DIP SWITCHES

In order to simplify operation, the IN2013 was designed so that dip switches needed by most users are exposed through windows in the case metal while reserved switches and other dip switches for highly specialized functions are covered. This helps prevent operational problems which might occur if the dip switches were set to unusual settings but also provides the flexibility so that advanced technicians may fully customize the interface settings if necessary. The IN2013 will function properly for the vast majority of installations using the factory default dip switch settings for all hidden dip switches.

Hidden dip switches must only be adjusted by qualified technicians as this requires the interface to be opened and disassembled, raising the possibility of physical damage or static discharge damage to sensitive internal components (not covered under warranty).

The IN2013 has three banks of dip switches as described below and shown in Diagram 3 on the preceding page. Dip switches are made of thin, soft plastic and should be gently adjusted using the Inline alignment tool provided or using another small tool.

SW1 - Output Sync / Horizontal Position Control Factory Default Settings: 0100001010

These dip switches are normally all covered except for #6.

Switch Number Function When Set to ON (1)

1N/C 2 Green Out (set opposite of Switch #3) 3 Monochrome Out (set opposite of Switch #2) 4 Manual Output Sync - RGBS (only works when #7 is set to OFF) 5 Manual Output Sync - RGsB (only works when #7 is set to OFF) 6 Horizontal Position Control Disable 7 Automatic Output Sync (Set to OFF for Manual Output Sync Select) 8N/C 9 Reserved 10 N/C

Select RGB Output or Composite Monochrome Output

RGB Output (factory default) #2 ON, #3 OFF Composite Monochrome Outputon the Green Connector #2 OFF, #3 ON (RGB summed together along with Sync)

Setting Output Sync Format

The IN2013 with factory default settings automatically sets the output sync according to the number of cables connected to the output BNCs. A green LED located next to three of the output BNCs indicates that sync is present and also indicates the current sync format. If desired, you may manually force the interface into a specific output mode. Please note that all 3 output LED indicators turn on when the interface is set to manual output sync mode.

Automatic Output Sync Selection (factory default) #7 ON Manual Output Sync Selection #7 OFF

Select RGBHV Output Sync #4 OFF, #5 OFF Select RGBS Output Sync #4 ON, #5 OFF Select RGsB Output Sync #4 OFF, #5 ON

SW2 - Monitor Emulation Switches Factory Default Settings: 0000000000

These dip switches are normally exposed. Setting a switch to ON (1) grounds a specific pin on the input connector for purposes of monitor emulation. Setting a switch to OFF (1) passes the pin through the IN2013. If you don’t know what to do, set all dip switches to 0. See pages 7 & 8

for detailed instructions.

Switch Number Function When Set to ON (1)

1 Ground Pin 9 2 Ground Pin 2 3 Ground Pin 3 4 Ground Pin 4 5 Ground Pin 5 6 Ground Pin 6 7 Ground Pin 7 8 Ground Pin 8 9 Ground Pin 1 10 N/C

SW3 - Input Computer Select Factory Default Settings: 1111111000

Switches 8, 9 & 10 on SW3 determine where the interface looks for sync on the input connector and what types of input sync it can accept. The factory default setting works with most Sun and SGI workstations. These dip switches are exposed through a window in the bottom case of the interface. For a detailed setting chart see page 4.

Important Note: #1 - #7 are normally covered because they must be left in the ON position. If any of these switches is set to OFF the interface will not pass through any sync.

Dip 8/9/10 Input Sync Format / Location Computers

000 RGBS - Composite Sync on pin 5 Sun SPARC

(this mode also works with RGsB signals)

101 RGBHV - H. Sync on pin 6 / V. Sync on pin 2 Sun SPARC

001 RGsB only - ignores all other sync signals NeXT / SGI

011 RGBS - Composite Sync on pin 3 SGI

100 RGBHV - H. Sync on pin 4 / V. Sync on pin 5 SGI

010 RGBHV - H. Sync on pin 5 / V. Sync on pin 9 IBM PowerPC

SPECIFICATIONS

INPUT

Connectors: (1) 13W3 Male RGB Signals: Analog Video, 1.5 Vp-p max. C. Sync / H&V Sync Signals: TTL Compatible Sync on Green Signals: 0.2 V - 0.4 V (sync portion) Sync Format: RsGsBs, RGsB, RGBS, RGBHV Horizontal Sync Range: 30 KHz - 130 KHz Vertical Sync Range: 30 Hz - 120 Hz

LOCAL MONITOR OUTPUT (1) 13W3 female connector, buffered output -

sync format same as input

DATA DISPLAY OUTPUT

Connectors: (5) BNC Female Gain: Adjustable: .7 - 1.3 Horizontal Sync Pulse Width: 30 KHz - 40 KHz: 1.5uSec

>40 KHz: .07 uSec

Vertical Sync Pulse Width: Same as input signal +11 uSec Bandwidth: 230 MHz @-3dB, .7 volt input signal

GENERAL

Controls: Horizontal Position, Video Gain, Sharpness,

Input Computer Select, M onit or Em ulation

Power Supply: US: IN9207-1 15VDC / 900mA

UK/European: IN9208 15VDC / 1A

Power Consumption: 14.5 Watts Dimensions: 1.3” x 8.4” x 5.6”

Product Weight: 2 lbs. Shipping Weight: 5 lbs.

PARTS INCLUDED

(1) IN2013 Interface (1) IN9207-1 or IN9208 Power Transform er (1) Inline Alignment Tool (1) Operation Manual

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

IN7100-4 Series RGBS High Resolution Coaxial Cables IN7100-5 Series RGBHV High Resolution Coaxial Cables IN7200-3 Series RGsB Ultra High Resolut i on Coaxi al Cables IN7200-4 Series RGBS Ultra High Resol ut ion Coaxial Cables IN7200-5 Series RGBHV Ultra High Resol ut ion Coaxial Cables

All cables available in a variety of lengths from 6’ to 250’

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 two (2) 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 merchantibility or fitness for any particular purpose, all of which are expressly disclaimed.

The information in this manual has been carefull y checked and is believed to b e accurate. However, Inline, Inc. assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained in th is 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 IN2013 features and specifications is subject to change without notice.

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