Black Box AC216A R2 User Manual

BLACK BOX Catalogue Ltd.  
The Source for Connectivity.  
User’s Manual  
modelS: AC211a-R2 & AC216A-r2  
TABLE OF CONTENTS  
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...........................................................................................................................................................2  
Chapter 1 : INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................................................................5  
Chapter 2 : STARTING ...............................................................................................................................................................10  
Chapter 3 : OPERATING MODE................................................................................................................................................12  
Chapter 4 : FRONT PANEL DISPLAY MENU DESCRIPTION...............................................................................................13  
Chapter 5 : UPDATING THE DEVICE ......................................................................................................................................21  
Chapter 6 : REMOTE CONTROL SOFTWARE.........................................................................................................................22  
Chapter 7 : TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................................................................24  
APPENDIX A: PROGRAMMER'S GUIDE................................................................................................................................26  
MODELS: AC211A-R2 & AC216A-R2  
EDITION: November 2005  
AC211A-R2 & AC216A-R2  
INSTRUCTIONS DE SÉCURITÉ  
Afin de mieux comprendre le fonctionnement de cet appareil nous vous conseillons de bien lire toutes les consignes de sécurité et de fonctionnement de  
l’appareil avant utilisation. Conserver les instructions de sécurité et de fonctionnement afin de pouvoir les consulter ultérieurement. Respecter toutes les  
consignes marquées dans la documentation, sur le produit et sur ce document.  
ATTENTION : Afin de prévenir tout risque de choc électrique et d’incendie, ne pas exposer cet appareil à la pluie, à l’humidité et aux sources de chaleur  
intense.  
INSTALLATION : Veillez à assurer une circulation d’air suffisante pour éviter toute surchauffe à l’intérieur de l’appareil. Ne placez pas l’appareil sur ou  
proximité de surface textile susceptible d’obstruer les orifices de ventilation. N’installez pas l’appareil à proximité de sources de chaleur comme un radiateur  
ou une bouche d’air chaud, ni dans un endroit exposé au rayonnement solaire direct, à des poussières excessives, à des vibrations ou à des chocs mécaniques.  
Ceci pourrait provoquer un mauvais fonctionnement et un accident.  
ALIMENTATION : Ne faire fonctionner l’appareil qu’avec la source d’alimentation indiquée sur l’appareil ou sur son bloc alimentation. Pour les appareils  
équipés d’une alimentation principale avec fil de terre, ils doivent être obligatoirement connectés sur une source équipée d’une mise à la terre efficace. En  
aucun cas cette liaison de terre ne devra être modifiée, contournée ou supprimée.  
CORDON D’ALIMENTATION : Pour les appareils équipés d’un interrupteur général (Marche I / Arrêt O), la mise sous tension et la mise hors tension se fait  
en actionnant cet interrupteur général. Pour les appareils sans interrupteur général, la mise sous tension et la mise hors tension se fait directement en  
connectant et déconnectant le cordon d'alimentation de la prise murale.  
Dans les 2 cas ci-dessus appliquer les consignes suivantes :  
- Débrancher le cordon d'alimentation de la prise murale si vous prévoyez de ne pas utiliser l'appareil pendant quelques jours ou plus.  
- Pour débrancher le cordon, tirez le par la fiche. Ne tirez jamais sur le cordon proprement dit.  
- La prise d’alimentation doit se trouver à proximité de l’appareil et être aisément accessible.  
- Ne laissez pas tomber le cordon d’alimentation et ne posez pas d’objets lourds dessus.  
Si le cordon d’alimentation est endommagé, débranchez le immédiatement de la prise murale. Il est dangereux de faire fonctionner cet appareil avec un cordon  
endommagé, un câble abîmé peut provoquer un risque d’incendie ou un choc électrique. Vérifier le câble d’alimentation de temps en temps. Contacter votre  
revendeur ou le service après vente pour un remplacement.  
CONNEXIONS : Toutes les entrées et sorties (exceptée l’entrée secteur) sont de type TBTS (Très Basse Tension de Sécurité) définies selon EN 60950.  
RÉPARATION ET MAINTENANCE : L’utilisateur ne doit en aucun cas essayer de procéder aux opérations de dépannage, car l’ouverture des appareils par  
retrait des capots ou de toutes autres pièces constituant les boîtiers ainsi que le dévissage des vis apparentes à l’extérieur, risque d’exposer l’utilisateur à des  
chocs électriques ou autres dangers. Contacter le service après vente ou votre revendeur ou s’adresser à un personnel qualifié uniquement.  
OUVERTURES ET ORIFICES : Les appareils peuvent comporter des ouvertures (aération, fentes, etc...), veuillez ne jamais y introduire d’objets et ne jamais  
obstruer ses ouvertures. Si un liquide ou un objet pénètre à l’intérieur de l’appareil, débranchez immédiatement l’appareil et faites le contrôler par un personnel  
qualifié avant de le remettre en service.  
ISTRUZIONI DI SICUREZZA  
Allo scopo di capire meglio il funzionamento di questa apparecchiatura vi consigliamo di leggere bene tutti i consigli di sicurezza e di funzionamento prima  
dell’utilizzo. Conservare le istruzioni di sicurezza e di funzionamento al fine di poterle consultare ulteriormente. Seguire tutti i consigli indicati su questo  
manuale e sull’apparecchiatura.  
ATTENZIONE : Al fine di prevenire qualsiasi rischio di shock elettrico e d’incendio, non esporre l’apparecchiatura a pioggia, umidità e a sorgenti di  
eccessivo calore.  
INSTALLAZIONE : Assicuratevi che vi sia una sufficiente circolazione d’aria per evitare qualsiasi surriscaldamento all’interno dell’apparecchiatura. Non  
collocare l’apparecchiatura in prossimità o su superfici tessili suscettibili di ostruire il funzionamento della ventilazione. Non installate l’apparecchiatura in  
prossimità di sorgenti di calore come un radiatore o una fuoruscita d’aria calda, né in un posto esposto direttamente ai raggi del sole, a polvere eccessiva, a  
vibrazioni o a shock meccanici. Ció potrebbe provocare un erroneo funzionamento e un incidente.  
ALIMENTAZIONE : Far funzionare l’apparecchiatura solo con la sorgente d’alimentazione indicata sull’apparecchiatura o sul suo alimentatore. Per le  
apparecchiature fornite di un’alimentazione principale con cavo di terra, queste devono essere obbligatoriamente collegate su una sorgente fornita di una  
efficiente messa a terra. In nessun caso questo collegamento potrà essere modificato, sostituito o eliminato.  
CAVO DI ALIMENTAZIONE : Per le apparecchiature fornite di interruttore generale (Acceso I / Spento O), l’accensione e lo spegnimento  
dell’apparecchiatura si effettuano attraverso l’interruttore. Per le apparecchiature senza interruttore generale, l’accensione e lo spegnimento si effettuano  
direttamente inserendo o disinserendo la spina del cavo nella presa murale.  
In entrambe i casi applicare i seguenti consigli :  
- Disconnettere l’apparecchiatura dalla presa murale se si prevede di non utilizzarla per qualche giorno.  
- Per disconnettere il cavo tirare facendo forza sul connettore.  
- La presa d’alimentazione deve trovarsi in prossimità dell’apparecchiatura ed essere facilmente accessibile.  
- Non far cadere il cavo di alimentazione né appoggiarci sopra degli oggetti pesanti.  
Se il cavo di alimentazione é danneggiato, spegnere immediatamente l’apparecchiatura. E’ pericoloso far funzionare questa apparecchiatura con un cavo di  
alimentazione danneggiato, un cavo graffiato puó provocare un rischio di incendio o uno shock elettrico. Verificare il cavo di alimentazione spesso. Contattare  
il vostro rivenditore o il servizio assistenza per una sostituzione.  
CONNESSIONE : Tutti gli ingressi e le uscite (eccetto l’alimentazione) sono di tipo TBTS definite secondo EN 60950.  
RIPARAZIONI E ASSISTENZA : L’utilizzatore non deve in nessun caso cercare di riparare l’apparecchiatura, poiché con l’apertura del coperchio metallico o  
di qualsiasi altro pezzo costituente la scatola metallica, nonché svitare le viti che appaiono esteriormente, poiché ció puó provocare all’utilizzatore un rischio  
di shock elettrico o altri rischi.  
APERTURE DI VENTILAZIONE : Le apparecchiature possono comportare delle aperture di ventilazione, si prega di non introdurre mai oggetti o ostruire le  
sue fessure. Se un liquido o un oggetto penetra all’interno dell’apparecchiatura, disconnetterla e farla controllare da personale qualificato prima di rimetterla in  
servizio.  
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AC211A-R2 & AC216A-R2  
SICHERHEITSHINWEISE  
Um den Betrieb dieses Geräts zu verstehen, raten wir Ihnen vor der Inbetriebnahme alle Sicherheits- und Betriebsanweisungen genau zu lesen. Diese  
Sicherheits- und Betriebsanweisungen für einen späteren Gebrauch sicher aufbewahren. Alle in den Unterlagen, an dem Gerät und hier angegebenen  
Sicherheitsanweisungen einhalten.  
VORSICHT & WARNUNG  
ACHTUNG: um jegliches Risiko eines Stromschlags oder Feuers zu vermeiden, das Gerät nicht Regen, Feuchtigkeit oder intensiven Wärmequellen aussetzen.  
EINBAU : Eine ausreichende Luftzufuhr sicherstellen, um jegliche Überhitzung im Gerät zu vermeiden. Das Gerät nicht auf und in Nähe von  
Textiloberflächen, die Belüftungsöffnungen verschließen können, aufstellen. Das Gerät nicht in Nähe von Wärmequellen, wie z.B. Heizkörper oder  
Warmluftkappe, aufstellen und es nicht dem direkten Sonnenlicht, übermäßigem Staub, Vibrationen oder mechanischen Stößen aussetzen. Dies kann zu  
Betriebsstörungen und Unfällen führen.  
STROMVERSORGUNG : Das Gerät nur mit der auf dem Gerät oder dem Netzteil angegebenen Netzspannung betreiben. Geräte mit geerdeter  
Hauptstromversorgung müssen an eine Stromquelle mit effizienter Erdung angeschlossen werden. Diese Erdung darf auf keinen Fall geändert, umgangen oder  
entfernt werden.  
STROMKABEL : Für Geräte mit einem Hauptschalter (Ein/Aus) erfolgt die Stromversorgung und Unterbrechung mittels dieses Hauptschalters. Geräte ohne  
Hauptschalter werden durch das Einstecken oder Herausziehen des Steckers in den Wandanschluß ein- oder ausgeschaltet. Für beide Fälle gelten folgende  
Richtlinien :  
- Den Stecker aus dem Wandanschluß herausziehen wenn Sie das Gerät mehrere Tage oder länger nicht benutzen.  
- Das Kabel mittels dem Stecker herausziehen. Niemals am Stromkabel selbst ziehen.  
- Die Steckdose muß sich in der Nähe des Geräts befinden und leicht zugänglich sein.  
- Das Stromkabel nicht fallen lassen und keine schweren Gegenstände auf es stellen.  
Wenn das Stromkabel beschädigt ist, das Gerät sofort abschalten. Es ist gefährlich das Gerät mit einem beschädigten Stromkabel zu betreiben; ein abgenutztes  
Kabel kann zu einem Feuer oder Stromschlag führen. Das Stromkabel regelmäßig untersuchen. Für den Ersatz, wenden Sie sich an Ihren Verkäufer oder  
Kundendienststelle.  
ANSCHLÜSSE : Bei allen Ein- und Ausgängen (außer der Stromversorgung) handelt es sich, gemäß EN 60950, um Sicherheits- Kleinspannunganschlüsse.  
REPARATUR UND WARTUNG : Der Benutzer darf keinesfalls versuchen das Gerät selbst zu reparieren, die Öffnung des Geräts durch Abnahme der  
Abdeckhaube oder jeglichen anderen Teils des Gehäuses sowie die Entfernung von außen sichtbaren Schrauben zu Stromschlägen oder anderen Gefahren für  
den Benutzer führen kann. Wenden Sie sich an Ihren Verkäufer, Ihre Kundendienststelle oder an qualifizierte Fachkräfte.  
ÖFFNUNGEN UND MUNDUNGEN : Die Geräte können über Öffnungen verfügen (Belüftung, Schlitze, usw.). Niemals Gegenstände in die Öffnungen  
einführen oder die Öffnungen verschließen. Wenn eine Flüssigkeit oder ein Gegenstand in das Gerät gelangt, den Stecker herausziehen und es vor einer neuen  
Inbetriebnahme von qualifiziertem Fachpersonal überprüfen lassen.  
INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD  
Para comprender mejor el funcionamiento de este aparato, le recomendamos que lea cuidadosamente todas las consignas de seguridad y de funcionamiento del  
aparato antes de usarlo. Conserve las instrucciones de seguridad y de funcionamiento para que pueda consultarlas posteriormente. Respete todas las consignas  
indicadas en la documentación, relacionadas con el producto y este documento.  
PRECAUCIONES Y OBSERVACIONES  
CUIDADO : Para prevenir cualquier riesgo de choque eléctrico y de incendio, no exponga este aparato a la lluvia, a la humedad ni a fuentes de calorintensas.  
INSTALACIÓN : Cerciórese de que haya una circulación de aire suficiente para evitar cualquier sobrecalentamiento al interior del aparato. No coloque el  
aparato cerca ni sobre una superficie textil que pudiera obstruir los orificios de ventilación. No instale el aparato cerca de fuentes de calor como radiador o  
boca de aire caliente, ni en un lugar expuesto a los rayos solares directos o al polvo excesivo, a las vibraciones o a los choques mecánicos. Esto podría  
provocar su mal funcionamiento o un accidente.  
ALIMENTACIÓN : Ponga a funcionar el aparato únicamente con la fuente de alimentación que se indica en el aparato o en su bloque de alimentación. Los  
aparatos equipados con una alimentación principal con hilo de tierra deben estar conectados obligatoriamente a una fuente equipada con una puesta a tierra  
eficaz. Por ningún motivo este enlace de tierra deberá ser modificado, cambiado o suprimido.  
CABLE DE ALIMENTACIÓN : Para los aparatos equipados con un interruptor general (Marcha I / Paro O), la puesta bajo tensión y la puesta fuera de tensión  
se hace accionando este interruptor general.. En los aparatos que no tienen interruptor general, la puesta bajo tensión y la puesta fuera de tensión se hace  
directamente conectando y desconectando el enchufe mural.  
En ambos casos, se deberá respetar las siguientes consignas:  
- Desconectar el aparato del enchufe mural si no piensa utilizarlo durante varios días.  
- Para desconectar el cable, tire de la clavija. No tire nunca del cable propiamente dicho.  
- El enchufe de alimentación debe estar cerca del aparato y ser de fácil acceso.  
- No deje caer el cable de alimentación ni coloque objetos pesados encima de él.  
Si el cable de alimentación sufriera algún daño, ponga el aparato inmediatamente fuera de tensión. Es peligroso hacer funcionar este aparato con un cable  
averiado, ya que un cable dañado puede provocar un incendio o un choque eléctrico. Verifique el estado del cable de alimentación de vez en cuando. Póngase  
en contacto con su distribuidor o con el servicio de posventa si necesita cambiarlo.  
CONEXIONES : Todas las entradas y salidas (excepto la entrada del sector) son de tipo TBTS (Muy Baja Tensión de Seguridad) definidas según EN 60950.  
REPARACIÓN Y MANTENIMIENTO : Por ningún motivo, el usuario deberá tratar de efectuar operaciones de reparación, ya que si abre los aparatos  
retirando el capó o cualquier otra pieza que forma parte de las cajas o si destornilla los tornillos aparentes exteriores, existe el riesgo de producirse una  
explosión, choques eléctricos o cualquier otro incidente. Contacte el servicio de posventa, a su distribuidor o dirigirse con personal cualificado únicamente.  
ABERTURAS Y ORIFICIOS : Los aparatos pueden contener aberturas (aireación, ranuras, etc.). No introduzca allí ningún objeto ni obstruya nunca estas  
aberturas. Si un líquido o un objeto penetra al interior del aparato, desconéctelo y hágalo revisar por personal cualificado antes de ponerlo nuevamente en  
servicio.  
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AC211A-R2 & AC216A-R2  
AC211A-R2 & AC216A-R2  
Chapter 1 : INTRODUCTION  
1-1. ACCESSORIES SUPPLIED WITH THE AC211A-R2  
1 AC211A-R2  
1 External Power supply.  
1 VGA cable (HD15 male / male connector).  
1 Set of 2 MCO (5-pin) female connectors (for audio connection).  
1 CD-ROM (Remote Control Software).  
1 User’s Manual.  
1-2. ACCESSORIES SUPPLIED WITH THE AC216A-R2  
1 AC216A-R2  
1 AC mains cable.  
1 VGA cable (HD15 male / male connector).  
1 DVI M/M cable.  
1 Set of 3 MCO (5-pin) female connectors (for audio connection).  
1 S.VIDEO (Y/C) cable (mini DIN 4 M / mini DIN 4 M).  
1 CD-ROM (Remote Control Software).  
1 User’s Manual.  
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Chapter 1 : INTRODUCTION (continued)  
AC211A-R2 & AC216A-R2  
1-3. AC211A-R2 GENERAL INFORMATION  
The device is a half 19” rack compact Video Scaler. Offering multiple output resolutions up to 1600x1200, it  
significantly improves the quality of any video signal, providing enhanced brightness and sharpness.  
The device allows video sources (PAL, SECAM, NTSC, S.VIDEO) to be displayed on high resolution TFT, plasma or  
video projectors.  
The powerful 3D motion auto-adaptive pixel per pixel basis Scaling Algorithms provide a perfect high resolution, bright  
and colorful image. It also removes flickering and movement artifact thanks to its powerful auto 3:2 and 2:2 pull down  
film detection.  
The device presents user friendly menus on an LCD screen. User can easily adjust output format and image parameters  
through clearly designed menus.  
The device offers convenient features in the installation environment such as full frame memory to be automatically  
displayed in case of loss of input sync., Auto Switch to a user defined source when current input signal is lost and  
complete remote control through RS232 connection.  
The device also provides audio/stereo switching following the video input.  
The device is the perfect device for conference room installations, where both video and computer have to be displayed  
on a high resolution large screen.  
1-4. AC216A-R2 GENERAL INFORMATION  
The device combines the functions of a High Resolution Video Scaler with a Video Switcher. It is a state of the art  
Scaler / Line Multiplier / Quadrupler / Doubler which significantly increases Video image resolution and brightness.  
The device is fitted with a BNC, RGB and YUV component input and a DVI output providing perfect connection with  
an LCD screen, a video projector or a plasma. The device offers a double analog output on both HD15 and DVI-I  
connectors. Additionally, the device can drive up to 3 displays simultaneously. A Computer or external input is also  
provided for direct display of your presentations or Internet applications.  
The device features a non volatile frame memory that can be used as a “welcome “ or an “alert” message. This frame  
can be acquired from any video input.  
The very high quality decoder includes an advanced comb filter, an emphasized “natural” color processing, a highly  
robust sync. detection and a new enhanced 3D (pixel by pixel basis) auto-adaptive de-interlacing scheme (for motion  
artifacts). With automatic correction of the “film to video” transfer (3/2 pulldown for NTSC), it provides a “cinema  
like” image.  
The frame conversion & time base correction provides high end A/V Pro & home theater solutions.  
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Chapter 1 : INTRODUCTION (continued)  
1-5. INSTALLATION  
IMPORTANT:  
Please read all the safety instructions (pages 2 to 4) before starting.  
Table Top Mounting: The devices can be used directly on a table: they are equipped with 4 plastic feet.  
Rack Mounting:  
The AC216A-R2 is compatible with a 19" enclosure. To install the device into a 19” rack:  
Attach the device to the rack by using 4 screws in the front panel holes (screws are not  
included). Connect all of the cables to the devices and attach them to the rack with some tie  
wraps.  
IMPORTANT:  
The openings in the rear and side panels are for cooling. Do not cover these openings.  
Be sure that no weight is added onto the device in excess of 2 kg (4.4 lbs.).  
The maximum ambient operating temperature must not exceed 40°C (104°F).  
The rack and all mounted equipment in it must be reliably grounded to national and  
local electrical codes.  
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Chapter 1 : INTRODUCTION (continued)  
AC211A-R2 & AC216A-R2  
1-6. AC211A-R2 FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTION  
LCD CONTROL  
ENTER:  
Validates a selected item.  
A long push on this button allows to activate the STANDBY mode. A short push on a front  
panel push button allows to wake up the device.  
ꢀꢁ  
Allows to scroll thru the different menus (in Control mode).  
FREEZE:  
A short push allows to freeze the displayed output.  
INPUT SELECTION: Selection of the 3 input sources.  
C.V:  
Composite source #1 selection (Input #1).  
Y/C - C.V:  
COMPUTER:  
S.VIDEO source or Composite source #2 selection (Input #2).  
Computer source selection (Input #3).  
NOTE: A long push (2 seconds) on the selected input button allows to active the BLACK function. A black screen  
is displayed onto the output. A short push on an INPUT SELECTION button allows to inactive this  
function.  
1-7. AC211A-R2 REAR PANEL DESCRIPTION  
AUDIO:  
1, 2 & 3:  
Audio stereo input 1, 2 & 3 on MCO connectors.  
L: Left, R = Right.  
OUT:  
Audio stereo output on a MCO connector.  
VIDEO & COMPUTER INPUTS:  
1
C.V:  
C.V:  
Y/C:  
Composite Video input #1 on a BNC female connector.  
2
Composite Video input #2 on 2xRCA female connectors.  
S.VIDEO (Y/C) input on 2xRCA female connectors or a 4-pin mini DIN female connector.  
3
COMPUTER: Computer input on a HD15 female connector.  
DISPLAY OUTPUT: DATA output (RGBHV, RGBS or RGsB) on a HD15 female connector.  
RS-232:  
+5 Vdc:  
RS-232 communication port on a DB9 female connector.  
DC input connector.  
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AC211A-R2 & AC216A-R2  
Chapter 1 : INTRODUCTION (continued)  
1-8. AC216A-R2 PLUS FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTION  
LCD CONTROL  
ENTER:  
Validates a selected item.  
A long push on this button allows to activate the STANDBY mode. A short push on a front  
panel push button allows to wake up the device.  
ꢀꢁ  
Allows to scroll thru the different menus (in Control mode).  
FREEZE:  
A short push allows to freeze the displayed output.  
INPUT SELECTION: Selection of the 3 input sources.  
C.VIDEO 1:  
C.VIDEO 2:  
RGB/YUV:  
S.VIDEO:  
Composite source #1 selection (Input #1).  
Composite source #2 selection (Input #2).  
RGBS & YUV source selection (Input #3).  
S.VIDEO source selection (Input #4).  
Computer source selection (Input #5).  
COMPUTER:  
NOTE: A long push (2 seconds) on the selected input button allows to active the BLACK function. A black screen  
is displayed onto the output. A short push on an INPUT SELECTION button allows to inactive this  
function.  
1-9. AC216A-R2 PLUS REAR PANEL DESCRIPTION  
ON / OFF:  
AC power switch (O = OFF, I = ON).  
POWER:  
Standard IEC connector (100-250 VAC, 1A, 50-60Hz automatic).  
AUDIO IN & OUT  
1, 2, 3, 4 & 5:  
Audio stereo inputs on MCO connectors.  
L: Left, R = Right.  
OUT:  
Audio stereo output on a MCO connector.  
INPUT SOURCES  
1-C.V:  
Composite Video input #1 on a BNC female connector.  
Composite Video input #2 on a BNC female connector.  
RGBS & YUV (Y, Cr, Cb) video input on 4xBNC female connectors.  
S.VIDEO (Y/C) input on 4-pin mini DIN female connector.  
Computer input on a HD15 female connector.  
2-C.V:  
3-RGB/YUV:  
4-S.VIDEO:  
5-COMPUTER:  
RS-232:  
RS-232 communication port on a DB9 female connector.  
DISPLAY OUTPUTS  
ANALOG:  
Analog computer output (RGBHV, RGBS or RGsB) on a HD15 female connector.  
Digital & analog computer output on a DVI-I female connector.  
DVI-I:  
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AC211A-R2 & AC216A-R2  
Chapter 2 : STARTING  
2-1. STARTING THE AC211A-R2  
Connections:  
c Turn OFF all of your equipment before connecting.  
d Connect your video sources to the inputs 1 & 2 of the device.  
IMPORTANT: Connect only one source by input.  
e Connect your computer source to the input 3 of the device.  
f Connect your Hi-Resolution display device (projector, plasma screen...) to the DISPLAY OUTPUT (HD15  
connector of the device).  
g Connect the external power supply to an AC power outlet and to the DC input connector of the device.  
AC211A-R2 connection diagram:  
4
2
2
3
5
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Chapter 2 : STARTING (continued)  
2-2. STARTING THE AC216A-R2  
Connections:  
c Turn OFF all of your equipment before connecting.  
d Connect your video sources to the inputs 1, 2, 3 & 4 of the device.  
e Connect your computer source to the input 5 of the device.  
f Connect your display device (projector, plasma screen...) to the DISPLAY OUTPUTS (HD15 or DVI-I female  
connectors) of the device.  
g Connect the AC power supply cord to the device and to an AC power outlet.  
h Turn ON the device (rear panel switch). Then turn ON all your input sources and then your display device.  
AC216A-R2 connection diagram:  
5
4
3
2
6
DVI-I pin assignment:  
The DVI-I female connector of the device can be used with digital signals as well as analog signals. The table hereafter  
explain the pin assignment of these connectors.  
Pin Function  
Pin Function  
Pin Function  
TMDS Data 2-  
TMDS Data 1-  
TMDS Data 0-  
1
9
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
TMDS Data 2+  
TMDS Data 1+  
TMDS Data 1 Shield  
Not used.  
TMDS Data 0+  
TMDS Data 0 Shield  
Not used.  
2
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
TMDS Data 2 Shield  
Not used.  
3
4
Not used.  
Not used.  
Not used.  
5
DDC Clock  
+ 5V (Power)  
Ground for (+5V)  
Hot plug detect.  
TMDS Clock Shield  
TMDS Clock+  
TMDS Clock-  
6
DDC Data  
7
Analog Vertical Sync.  
Analog Red video  
Analog Green Video  
Analog Bleu Video  
Analog Horizontal Sync  
Analog Common Ground Return  
8
C1  
C2  
C3  
C4  
C5  
8
C1 C2  
1
C5  
9
16  
24  
17  
C4  
C3  
DDC = Display Data Channel.  
TMDS = Transition Minimized Differential Signal.  
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Chapter 3 : OPERATING MODE  
3-1. SETTINGS  
c We recommend resetting the device to all of its default values, with the front panel display menu (CONTROL >  
default value > yes) before proceeding.  
d Select the input type connected to the INPUTS with the front panel display menu (INPUT > input type).  
e For the AC216A-R2 only, select the output type with the front panel display menu (OUTPUT > output type).  
f Select the output format which corresponds to your display device with the front panel display menu (OUTPUT >  
output format).  
g Select one of the output rate available with the front panel display menu (OUTPUT > output rate).  
h Select the output sync type with the front panel display menu (OUTPUT > output sync).  
3-2. IMAGE ADJUSTMENTS  
For each input source connected to the device, make the following adjustments:  
c Select the source you want to adjust (with the front panel "INPUT SELECTION" buttons).  
d Select the aspect ratio of your input source with the front panel display menu (IMAGE > aspect ratio in).  
e Adjust the image in your display device with the position & size functions (IMAGE > pos settings).  
f If needed, make the others adjustments, available in the IMAGE menu (color, brightness…).  
NOTE: To set the image adjustments to the factory settings, use the Preset function (IMAGE > preset > yes).  
3-3. AUDIO ADJUSTMENTS  
c Adjust the master volume (AUDIO > master volume).  
d For each audio input, adjust the level (AUDIO > audio level) and the balance (AUDIO > audio balance).  
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Chapter 4 : FRONT PANEL DISPLAY MENU DESCRIPTION  
4-1. INTRODUCTION  
The front panel display menu presents 2 modes: the STATUS MODE and the CONTROL MODE.  
The STATUS MODE indicates the input and output status of the device.  
The CONTROL MODE allows selecting and adjusting the parameters of the device.  
4-2. CONTROL BUTTONS  
The front panel display is controlled by 1 button and 1 knob:  
ꢀꢁknob:  
In the CONTROL MODE, turn this knob to scroll thru the different menus.  
ENTER button:  
From the STATUS MODE, press this button to enter in the CONTROL MODE.  
From the CONTROL MODE, press this button to confirm a selected item.  
4-3. STATUS MODE  
When switching ON, the front panel display shows the product's name and firmware versions as follows:  
DEVICE MODEL  
AC216A-R2  
Version _._  
DEVICE STATUS  
INPUT STATUS  
OUTPUT STATUS  
DEVICE VERSION  
In :  
#1 / NTSC  
c
d
Out : intern / 60 Hz  
In :  
#1 / NTSC  
1280x1024  
Out :  
e
c INPUT NUMBER / INPUT STANDARD  
d OUTPUT RATE MODE / OUTPUT FRAME RATE.  
e OUTPUT RESOLUTION.  
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4-4. CONTROL MODE  
AC211A-R2 & AC216A-R2  
The menus of the AC211A-R2 are configured as follow:  
1. INPUT  
1. Input type  
1. Input 1  
2. Input 2  
1. NTSC/PAL/SECAM  
2. NTSC  
3. PAL  
4. SECAM  
5. B&W 50/60Hz  
6. Return  
1. SDTV Composite  
2. SDTV S.VIDEO  
3. Return  
3. Return  
2. Used Input  
1. Input 1  
2. Input 2  
3. Input 3  
4. Return  
3. VCR mode  
1. Input 1  
2. Input 2  
3. Return  
4. Input priority  
1. None  
2. Video  
3. Computer  
4. Return  
5. Input status  
6. Return  
2. OUTPUT  
1. Output Format  
1. 640x480  
2. 800x600  
3. 1024x768  
4. 1280x1024  
5. 1400x1050  
6. 1600x1200  
7. 852x480  
8. 1280x768  
9. 1366x768  
10. 1280x720p  
11. Return  
2. Output Rate  
3. Output Sync  
1. Internal 50 Hz  
2. Internal 60 Hz  
3. Follow Input  
4. Return  
1. H&V  
2. COMP  
3. SOG  
4. Return  
4. Output pattern  
5. Output Status  
6. Return  
1. OFF  
2. Grid  
4. Return  
3. IMAGE  
1. Pos./size adj.  
1. H. Position  
2. V. Position  
3. H. Size  
4. V. Size  
5. Return  
2. Aspect In  
1. 4/3 Standard  
2. 16/9 Letterbox  
3. WS Anamorphic  
4. Return  
3. Aspect Out  
1. Standard  
2. Crop  
3. Full Screen  
4. Return  
4. Under/over  
5. Brightness  
6. Contrast  
7. Color  
8. Hue  
9. Sharpness  
10. Preset  
11. Return  
4. AUDIO  
1. Auto follow  
2. Input 1  
3. Input 2  
4. Input 3  
5. Return  
5. FRAME ALERT  
1. Record Frame  
1. Captured input  
2. Return  
2. Display Frame  
3. Delete Frame  
4. Return  
1. Off  
2. Auto  
3. Return  
6. CONTROL  
1. Versions  
2. Key locking  
1. All  
2. Menu  
3. Input  
4. Return  
3. 2:2 Pull down  
4. Black delay  
1. Off  
2. Auto  
3. Return  
1. Short  
2. Medium  
3. Long  
4. Return  
5. Stand-by  
6. Erase memories  
7. Default values  
8. Return  
no  
no  
yes  
yes  
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Chapter 4 : FRONT PANEL DISPLAY MENU DESCRIPTION (continued)  
4-4. CONTROL MODE (continued)  
The menus of the AC216A-R2 are configured as follow:  
1. INPUT  
1. Input type  
1. Input 1  
2. Input 2  
3. Input 3  
1. NTSC/PAL/SECAM  
2. NTSC  
3. PAL  
1. SDTV YUV  
2. SDTV RGBS TTL  
3. SDTV RGB SOG  
4. SDTV RGBs ana  
5. Return  
4. SECAM  
5. B&W 50/60Hz  
6. Return  
4. Input 4  
5. Return  
1. SDTV Composite  
2. SDTV S.VIDEO  
3. Return  
2. Used Input  
3. VCR mode  
1. Input 1  
2. Input 2  
3. Input 3  
4. Return  
1. Input 1  
2. Input 2  
3. Return  
4. Input priority  
5. Input status  
6. Return  
1. None  
2. Video  
3. Computer  
4. Return  
2. OUTPUT  
1. Output Type  
1. Analog  
2. DVI  
3. Analog & DVI  
4. Return  
2. Output Format  
1. 640x480  
2. 800x600  
3. 1024x768  
4. 1280x1024  
5. 1400x1050  
6. 1600x1200  
7. 852x480  
8. 1280x768  
9. 1366x768  
10. 1280x720p  
11. Return  
3. Output Rate  
4. Output Sync  
1. Internal 50 Hz  
2. Internal 60 Hz  
3. Internal 72 Hz  
4. Internal 75 Hz  
5. Follow Input  
4. Return  
1. H&V  
2. COMP  
3. SOG  
4. Return  
5. Output pattern  
6. Output Status  
7. Return  
1. OFF  
2. Grid  
4. Return  
3. IMAGE  
1. Pos./size adj.  
1. H. Position  
2. V. Position  
3. H. Size  
4. V. Size  
5. Return  
2. Aspect In  
1. 4/3 Standard  
2. 16/9 Letterbox  
3. WS Anamorphic  
4. Return  
3. Aspect Out  
1. Standard  
2. Crop  
3. Full Screen  
4. Return  
4. Under/over  
5. Brightness  
6. Contrast  
7. Color  
8. Hue  
9. Sharpness  
10. Preset  
11. Return  
4. AUDIO  
1. Auto follow  
2. Input 1  
3. Input 2  
4. Input 3  
5. Return  
5. FRAME ALERT  
1. Record Frame  
1. Captured input  
2. Return  
2. Display Frame  
3. Delete Frame  
4. Return  
1. Off  
2. Auto  
3. Return  
6. CONTROL  
1. Versions  
2. Key locking  
1. All  
2. Menu  
3. Input  
4. Return  
3. 2:2 Pull down  
1. Off  
2. Auto  
3. Return  
4. Black delay  
5. Stand-by  
1. Short  
2. Medium  
3. Long  
4. Return  
6. Erase memories  
no  
no  
yes  
yes  
7. Default values  
8. Return  
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Chapter 4 : FRONT PANEL DISPLAY MENU DESCRIPTION (continued)  
4-5. FUNCTIONS DESCRIPTION  
AC211A-R2 & AC216A-R2  
1[INPUT] + ENTER.  
1-1 [Input type] + ENTER.  
c Select an input with ꢀꢁ + ENTER.  
d Select the video signal type with ꢀꢁ + ENTER between:  
• [SDTV Composite]: Composite video signal.  
• [SDTV S.VIDEO]: S.VIDEO signal .  
• [SDTV YUV]: Component signal.  
• [SDTV RGBS TTL]: RGBS video signal with TTL sync .  
• [SDTV RGB SOG]: RGB video signal with Sync On Green.  
• [SDTV RGBS ana.]: RGB video signal with analog sync .  
[Return]: Allows to return to the previous menu without safeguarding.  
e Then select the video standard (Inputs #1, 2 & 4) with ꢀꢁ + ENTER between:  
• [NTSC / PAL / SECAM]: automatic NTSC, PAL and SECAM standard detection.  
• [NTSC]: NTSC standard detection only.  
• [PAL]: PAL standard detection only.  
• [SECAM]: SECAM standard detection only.  
• [B & W 50/60 Hz]: Black and White detection.  
[Return]: Allows to return to the previous menu without safeguarding.  
1-2 [Used input] + ENTER.  
Select an input and then select an item with ꢀꢁ + ENTER between:  
[used]: A signal is connected to the input.  
[unused]: No signal is connected to the input. The input is unused.  
1-3 [VCR mode] + ENTER.  
This function allows improving the image contour of low quality VHS tapes. Select [on] with ENTER.  
1-4 [Input priority] + ENTER.  
Select an item with ꢀꢁ + ENTER between:  
[none]:  
No input priority.  
[Computer]: Priority to the Computer input. The last selected video input is automatically displayed if no  
signal is detected on the computer input.  
[Video]:  
Priority to Video input. The computer input is automatically displayed if no signal is detected on  
the selected video input.  
[Return]:  
Allows to return to the previous menu without safeguarding.  
1-5 [Input status] + ENTER.  
Indicates the status of the selected input.  
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Chapter 4 : FRONT PANEL DISPLAY MENU DESCRIPTION (continued)  
4-5. FUNCTIONS DESCRIPTION (continued)  
2[OUTPUT] + ENTER.  
2-1 [Output type] + ENTER. Available on the AC216A-R2 only.  
Select one of the following output type with ꢀꢁ + ENTER.  
[analog]: The device provides an analog output onto the two output connectors (HD15 & DVI-I).  
[DVI]: The device provides a digital output onto the DVI-I connector.  
[analog & DVI]: The device provides analog & DVI outputs.  
NOTE: The Computer input (loopthrough) is not available with the digital output (DVI).  
2-2 [Output format] + ENTER.  
Select one of the following output format with ꢀꢁ + ENTER.  
[640x480]  
[800x600]  
[1024x768]  
[1280x1024]  
[1400x1050]  
[1600x1200]  
[852x480]  
[1280x768]  
[1366x768]  
[1280x720p]  
[Return]: Allows to return to the previous menu without safeguarding.  
2-3 [Output rate] + ENTER.  
Select one of the following output rate with ꢀꢁ + ENTER.  
• [internal 50Hz]: 50 Hz output frame rate.  
• [internal 60Hz]: 60 Hz output frame rate.  
• [internal 72Hz]: 72 Hz output frame rate. Available on the AC16A-R2 only.  
• [internal 75Hz]: 75 Hz output frame rate. Available on the AC216A-R2 only.  
• [follow input 1]: The output rate is identical to the input frame rate. The output rate is 50 Hz for PAL &  
SECAM video inputs, or 59.94 Hz for NTSC video inputs.  
[Return]: Allows to return to the previous menu without safeguarding.  
2-4 [Output sync] + ENTER.  
Select the Output Sync. type with + ENTER.  
• [H&V]: H & V Separate Sync.  
• [COMP]: Composite Sync.  
[SOG]: Sync On green.  
[Return]: Allows to return to the previous menu without safeguarding.  
2-5 [Output pattern] + ENTER.  
Select an item with + ENTER.  
• [Off]: Switch off the test pattern.  
• [Grid]: Display a test pattern.  
[Return]: Allows to return to the previous menu without safeguarding.  
2-6 [Output status] + ENTER.  
Indicates the status of the output.  
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4-5. FUNCTIONS DESCRIPTION (continued)  
3[IMAGE] + ENTER.  
AC211A-R2 & AC216A-R2  
3-1 [Pos./size adj.] + ENTER.  
Select one of the following function with ꢀꢁ + ENTER.  
3-1-1 [H position] + ENTER.  
Adjust the Horizontal position with ꢀꢁ + ENTER.  
3-1-2 [V position] + ENTER.  
Adjust the Vertical position with ꢀꢁ + ENTER.  
3-1-3 [H size] + ENTER.  
Adjust the Horizontal size with ꢀꢁ + ENTER.  
3-1-4 [V size] + ENTER.  
Adjust the Vertical size with ꢀꢁ + ENTER.  
3-2 [Aspect in] + ENTER.  
Select the Aspect Ratio of your input source with ꢀꢁ + ENTER.  
• [4/3 standard]:  
• [16/9 letterbox]:  
4/3 input format.  
Letterbox input format.  
[WS anamorphic]: Widescreen Anamorphic input format.  
[Return]:  
Allows to return to the previous menu without safeguarding.  
3-3 [Aspect out] + ENTER.  
Select one of the following output aspect ratio with ꢀꢁ + ENTER.  
• [Standard]: The entire image and the aspect ratio are preserved.  
• [Crop]:  
The image is zoomed without deformation to fill the screen, but some borders of the image will  
be cropped. The aspect ratio is preserved.  
[Full screen]: The image is stretched to fill the screen. The aspect ratio is not preserved.  
[Return]: Allows to return to the previous menu without safeguarding.  
3-4 [Under/over] + ENTER.  
Select Underscan or Overscan with ꢀꢁ + ENTER.  
• [underscan]: Underscan mode. The entire image is visible on the screen. Computer mode is underscan.  
• [overscan]:  
Overscan mode. The image is displayed about 8 % bigger than in underscan mode, to avoid  
seeing the corners and the borders. Standard TV display mode is overscan.  
3-5 [Brightness] + ENTER.  
Adjust the brightness with ꢀꢁ + ENTER.  
3-6 [Contrast] + ENTER.  
Adjust the contrast with ꢀꢁ + ENTER.  
3-7 [Color] + ENTER.  
Adjust the color with ꢀꢁ + ENTER.  
3-8 [Hue] + ENTER.  
Adjust the tint of the picture (NTSC only) with ꢀꢁ + ENTER.  
3-9 [Sharpness] + ENTER.  
Adjust the sharpness with ꢀꢁ + ENTER.  
3-10 [Preset] + ENTER.  
This function allows setting all the image parameters to the factory settings. Select [YES] and validate with  
ENTER.  
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Chapter 4 : FRONT PANEL DISPLAY MENU DESCRIPTION (continued)  
4-5. FUNCTIONS DESCRIPTION (continued)  
4[AUDIO] + ENTER.  
Select an item with ꢀꢁ + ENTER:  
• [Auto follow]: The audio follows the video image.  
• [Input #1]: The input #1 audio source is permanently diffused.  
• [Input #2]: The input #2 audio source is permanently diffused.  
• [Input #3]: The input #3 audio source is permanently diffused.  
• [Input #4]: The input #4 audio source is permanently diffused.  
• [Input #5]: The input #5 audio source is permanently diffused.  
5[FRAME] + ENTER.  
Select an item with ꢀꢁ + ENTER:  
5-1 [Record frame] + ENTER.  
• [Captured input]: Allows to capture the frame ꢀꢁ + ENTER.  
5-2 [Display frame] + ENTER.  
• [Off]: Allows to switch off the frame.  
• [Auto]: Allows to display the frame in case of lost of input signal on the selected input.  
5-3 [Delete frame] + ENTER.  
Allows to delete the frame stored.  
6[CONTROL] + ENTER.  
6-1 [Versions] + ENTER.  
Version _._: update version.  
I: Identification number.  
K, S, O, V: Internal firmware versions.  
6-2 [Key locking] + ENTER.  
Select an item with ꢀꢁ and change the mode with ENTER.  
[All]: Locks/unlocks all the front panel switches.  
• [Menu]: Locks/unlocks the LCD CONTROL switches.  
• [Input]: Locks/unlocks the INPUT SELECTION and FREEZE switches.  
6-3 [2:2 pull down] + ENTER.  
Select an item and validate with ENTER.  
[Off]: Disable the 2:2 pull down correction.  
[Auto]: Automatic recognition and correction of the 2:2 pull down.  
• [On]: Allows to switch off the frame.  
6-4 [Black delay] + ENTER.  
This function allows adjusting the duration of the black during a transition. Select en item and validate with  
ENTER.  
[Short]: Delay = 0 second.  
[Medium]: Delay = 1.5 seconds.  
[Long]: Delay = 3 seconds.  
6-5 [Stand-by] + ENTER.  
When the device any more detect a signal on the selected input, this one is set in the STANDBY mode after the  
duration of your choice. Select a duration with ꢀꢁ + ENTER.  
NOTE: A long push on the ENTER button allows to manually activate the STANDBY mode. A short push on a  
front panel push button allows to wake up the device.  
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AC211A-R2 & AC216A-R2  
4-5. FUNCTIONS DESCRIPTION (continued)  
6-6 [Erase memories] + ENTER.  
This function allows erasing all the NON-volatile image memories. Select [YES] and validate with ENTER.  
6-7 [Default value] + ENTER.  
This function allows setting the following functions to the factory settings. Select [YES] and validate with  
ENTER.  
FUNCTION  
1-1 [input type]  
POSITION  
Computer HV/C.  
All used.  
All off  
1024x768  
60  
H&V.  
0
4/3 standard  
standard  
overscan  
FUNCTION  
3-5 [brightness]  
3-6 [contrast]  
3-7 [color]  
POSITION  
0
0
0
0
1-2 [used input]  
1-4 [VCR mode]  
2-2 [output format]  
2-3 [output rate]  
2-4 [output sync]  
3-1 [pos. settings]  
3-2 [aspect in]  
3-8 [hue]  
3-9 [sharpness]  
5-2 [key locking]  
5-3 [2:2 pull down]  
5-4 [Black delay]  
5-5 [Stand-by]  
FREEZE  
all unlock  
auto  
medium  
OFF  
3-3 [aspect out]  
3-4 [under/overscan]  
inactive.  
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Chapter 5 : UPDATING THE DEVICE  
The device can be updated thanks a computer (PC) via its RS-232 communication port.  
5-1. CONNECTIONS  
c Connect the device to the computer used for the update via the desired communication port.  
For the RS232 communication port: Connect the RS232 connector of the device to the serial port of your computer  
with a DB9 M/F straight cable.  
d Power ON the device.  
5-2. UPDATE INSTRUCTIONS  
c Power ON the device.  
d Open the file: Update.exe (in Start > Program > BLACK BOX > AC216 updater).  
e In the Port menu select the Com port connected to the device.  
f Click on START on the software. The update will start.  
g When the software displays: Program operation completed, click on the Quit button to close the update software.  
Your device is now ready to work.  
NOTE: The updater files are available on our web site: www.analogway.com  
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Chapter 6 : REMOTE CONTROL SOFTWARE  
Your device is shipped with a Windows compatible Remote Control Software. This software allows you to control and make  
all adjustments by a simple mouse click.  
NOTE: The latest Remote Control Software is available on our web site: www.analogway.com  
6-1. CONNECTIONS  
c CONNECTING TO THE RS-232 PORT:  
-Connect the serial port of your control device to the RS-232 port (DB9 Female connector) of the device with a  
straight cable (DB9 Female / DB9 Male).  
-Speed transmission: 9600 bauds, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity bit, no flow control.  
-Pin-out:  
PIN #  
FUNCTIONS  
TRANSMIT DATA (Tx)  
RECEIVE DATA (Rx)  
GROUND (Gnd)  
2
3
5
DB9 female (Rear panel of the device)  
6-2. SOFTWARE INSTALLATION  
c Turn your computer ON and wait for Windows to completely start.  
d Insert the CD-ROM into your drive: the home window will open automatically.  
e Select the language of the CD-ROM menus, then click on "Install a Remote Control Software" and select the name  
of your device.  
IMPORTANT: If the Autorun is not enabled: From the Windows desktop, open My Computer and select the CD-  
ROM drive. Select the Autorun folder, then select the autorun.exe file.  
f Follow the Windows installation instructions.  
6-3. COMMUNICATION SETUP  
c Connect the RS-232 or RJ45 cable between the device and the control device as indicated in the section 6-1.  
d Then only power ON all of the devices.  
e Click on the program files AC216 in Start>program>BLACK BOX>AC216 to run the software.  
f Click on Controls menu and select the COM port number corresponding to the connection of the device.  
When the  
communication  
is established,  
the message  
"Device  
connected" is  
displayed.  
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Chapter 6 : REMOTE CONTROL SOFTWARE (continued)  
6-4. USING THE SOFTWARE  
c Click on the Input tab and select the Signal Type. Then select the Standard and disable the unused inputs (Used  
section).  
d Click on the Output tab, then select the needed adjustment (output format, output rate...).  
e Click on the Image tab and adjust your input.  
f Click on the Audio tab and select Automatic (follow switching mode) or an Audio source (breakaway mode).  
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Chapter 7 : TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS  
7-1. COMPUTER & VIDEO INPUTS  
COMPOSITE VIDEO  
Connectors:  
AC211A-R2: BNC female (input #1) or RCA female (input #2).  
AC216A-R2: BNC female (input #1 & 2).  
Standards:  
PAL (4.43 MHz) / SECAM: 15.625 kHz / 50 Hz - 625 lines.  
NTSC (3.58 MHz): 15.734 kHz / 59.94 Hz - 525 lines.  
Level:  
1 Vp/p.  
Impedance:  
75 ohms.  
S.VIDEO  
Connectors:  
AC211A-R2: 4-pin mini DIN female or 2xRCA female (input #2).  
AC216A-R2: 4-pin mini DIN female or 2xRCA female (input #4).  
Standards:  
PAL (4.43 MHz): 15.625 kHz / 50 Hz - 625 lines.  
NTSC (3.58 MHz): 15.734 kHz / 59.94 Hz - 525 lines.  
Levels:  
Y / C = 1 Vp/p.  
75 ohms.  
Impedance:  
RGB/S & RGsB VIDEO (AC216A-R2)  
Connectors:  
4 BNC female.  
Frequency:  
15.625 kHz / 50 Hz (625 lines).  
15.734 kHz / 60 Hz (525 lines).  
Levels:  
R, G, B = 0.7 Vp/p.  
SYNC. = 0.3 Vp/p or TTL.  
Impedance:  
RGB = 75 ohms.  
SYNC. = 75 ohms or Hi-Z.  
COMPONENT (AC216A-R2)  
Connectors:  
3 BNC female.  
Frequency:  
15.625 kHz / 50 Hz (625 lines).  
15.734 kHz / 60 Hz (525 lines).  
Levels:  
Y = 1 Vp/p.  
Cr = 0.7 Vp/p.  
Cb = 0.7 Vp/p.  
Impedance:  
Y, Cr, Cb = 75 ohms.  
COMPUTER (active loopthrough)  
Connector: HD15 female.  
Line frequency: Up to 110 kHz.  
Frame frequency: Up to 120 Hz interlaced or progressive.  
Resolution:  
Sync. types:  
Levels:  
Up to 1600 x 1200.  
RGBHV, RGB/S, RGsB (Sync On Green), YUV, HDTV.  
R, G, B = 0.7 Vp/p (75 load)  
YUV / HDTV = 1 Vp/p (75 load)  
H & V Sync = TTL  
Composite Sync = TTL.  
SOG (Sync On Green) = 0.3 V.  
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7-2. DISPLAY OUTPUT  
FROM VIDEO INPUT  
ANALOG COMPUTER  
Connectors:  
HD15 female (AC211A-R2 & AC216A-R2), DVI-I (AC216A-R2 only).  
Resolution:  
640x480, 800x600, 1024x768, 1280x1024, 1400x1050, 852x480, 1280x768, 1366x768,  
720p, 1600x1200.  
Sync. types:  
Rate:  
RGBHV, RGB/S, RGsB (Sync On Green).  
AC211A-R2: 50 Hz, 60 Hz or follow on current input.  
AC216A-R2: 50 Hz, 60 Hz, 72 Hz, 75 Hz or follow on current input.  
Levels:  
R, G, B = 0.7 Vp/p.  
H & V Sync = TTL  
Composite Sync = TTL.  
SOG (Sync On Green) = 0.3 V.  
Impedance:  
R, G, B = 75 ohms.  
DIGITAL COMPUTER (AC216A-R2 only)  
Connector:  
DVI-I.  
Format:  
Digital Visual Interface (DVI). TMDS Single link.  
Up to 1600 x 1200 @ 60Hz BR (reduced blanking).  
Resolution:  
FROM COMPUTER INPUT: Same as the input. Buffered output.  
7-3. AUDIO INPUTS  
Connectors:  
Spec:  
MCO 5-pins.  
Zi = 10 kunbalanced.  
7-4. AUDIO OUTPUT  
Connectors:  
Spec:  
MCO 5-pins.  
G = 0 dB nominal (passive loopthrough).  
7-5. COMMUNICATION PORT  
RS-232 (on DB9 female connector)  
Data Rate:  
9600 Bauds, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity bit, no flow control.  
7-6. ENVIRONMENTAL  
Power Supply:  
AC211A-R2: External adapter: UL / CSA listed (E209833).  
AC input: 100-240 Vac, 1 A, 50-60 Hz.  
DC output: 5 V, 4 A, 20 W max.  
AC216A-R2: Internal power supplied: TUV approved, UL/CSA certified (E167432).  
100-240 Vac, 50-60 Hz, 1 A max.  
Storage Temperature:  
Operating temperature:  
- 25 °C to + 85 °C (- 13 °F to + 185 °F)  
0 °C to + 50 °C (32 °F to 122 °F)  
Maximum ambient temperature: < 40 °C (< 104 °F)  
Hygrometry:  
10% to 80% (without condensation)  
Dimensions:  
Compatible with the 19" rack (height = 1 unit)  
AC211A-R2: D 265 (10.4") x W 221 (8.7") x H 43 (1.69") mm / 1.2 kg (2.64 lbs)  
AC216A-R2: D 265 (10.4") x W 482 (19") x H 44 (1.74") mm / 3 kg (6.6 lbs).  
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APPENDIX A: PROGRAMMER'S GUIDE  
ANNEXE A: GUIDE DE PROGRAMMATION  
A-1: INTRODUCTION  
A-1: INTRODUCTION  
If you need to use your own Software Control program  
from a PC or WORKSTATION with an RS-232 port,  
the device allows communication through an ASCII  
code protocol.  
The device treats any character that it receives on the  
RS-232 as a possible command but only accepts legal  
commands. There is no starting/ending code needed in  
a command string.  
A command can be a single character typed on a  
keyboard and does not require any special character  
before or after it. (It is not necessary to press "ENTER"  
on the keyboard). A command can be preceded by a  
value (See chapter A-2: COMMANDS STRUCTURE).  
When the device receives a valid command, it will  
execute the command. Then it will send back the status  
of the parameters that have changed due to this  
command.  
If the command cannot be executed (value out of range,  
no signal on the selected input), the device will just  
sends back the current status of the corresponding  
parameters.  
Si vous souhaitez utiliser votre propre logiciel de  
contrôle avec votre PC, MAC ou Station de Travail par  
un port RS-232, l'appareil peut communiquer par  
simple émission / réception de caractères ASCII.  
L'appareil traite tous les caractères reçus sur son port  
RS-232 comme des commandes possibles; seules  
certaines commandes sont reconnues et acceptées.  
Une commande est constituée d'un ou deux caractères  
sans code de contrôle ni avant, ni après. Il n'est pas  
nécessaire d'appuyer sur "ENTER" du clavier. Une  
commande peut être précédée d'une valeur (voir  
chapitre A-2: STRUCTURE D'UNE COMMANDE).  
Lorsque l'appareil reçoit une commande valide, il  
exécute cette commande puis renvoie à l'appareil de  
contrôle l'état de tous les paramètres qui ont été  
modifiés suite à l'envoie de cette commande.  
Si la commande n’est pas reconnue (valeur en dehors  
de la plage, pas de signal sur l'entrée sélectionnée),  
l'appareil renvoie uniquement les états des paramètres  
correspondant.  
Si la commande est invalide, une réponse d'erreur sera  
retournée à l'appareil de contrôle. Toute réponse faite  
à l’unité de contrôle se termine par un retour à la ligne  
et par un saut de ligne (CR / LF) signalant la fin de la  
commande de réponse. (Voir chapitre: A-3:  
RÉPONSES D'ERREUR).  
If the command is invalid, an error response will be  
returned to the control device. All responses returned to  
the control device end with a carriage return <CR> and  
a line feed <LF> signaling the end of the response  
character string (see chapter A-3: RÉPONSES  
D'ERREUR).  
A-2: COMMANDS STRUCTURE  
A-2: STRUCTURE D'UNE COMMANDE  
Commands are usually composed of a numerical value  
followed by the command character. The characters  
used without any numerical value return the current  
setting of the command.  
Les commandes sont généralement constituées d'une  
valeur numérique suivit par 1 ou 2 lettres de  
commande. Une lettre utilisée sans valeur numérique  
renvoie l'état de la commande.  
Command = Value (optional) + Character.  
Commande = Valeur (optionnelle) + Caractère  
Examples / Exemples:  
Command / Commande  
Value/ Valeur Character / Caractère  
Response  
Réponse  
Description  
none  
aucune  
Read the output sync type.  
Lit le type de synchro.  
Set Vertical position to 10.  
Règle la position horizontale à 10.  
FY  
OSYN  
VP10  
10 V  
A-3: ERROR RESPONSES  
A-3: RÉPONSES D'ERREUR  
When the device receives from the control device an  
invalid command or value, it returns an error response:  
Lorsque l'appareil reçoit de l'appareil de contrôle une  
valeur ou une commande invalide, il retourne les  
messages d'erreur suivants:  
Command / Commande  
Value/ Valeur Character / Caractère  
Response  
Réponse  
Description  
Invalid command. / Commande invalide.  
Invalid value. / Valeur invalide.  
none  
aucune  
z
E10  
E13  
70260 H  
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APPENDIX A / ANNEXE A  
A-4: COMMANDS AND RESPONSES TABLE  
A-4: TABLE DES COMMANDES ET RÉPONSES  
COMMAND RESPONSE  
COMMAND DESCRIPTION  
VALUE /VALEUR  
TYPE  
COMMANDE RÉPONSE  
DESCRIPTION DE LA COMMANDE  
MIN MAX  
DESCRIPTION  
FRONT PANEL COMMANDS / COMMANDES DE LA FACE AVANT  
1 = INPUT #1 2 = INPUT #2 3 = INPUT #3  
CC  
CN  
Z
CH  
CHN  
FRZ  
Selected input.  
0
0
0
0
5
5
1
1
Rd  
4 = INPUT #4  
5 = INPUT #5  
Input selection.  
Rd/Wr  
Rd/Wr  
Rd/Wr  
0 = inactive  
1 = BLACK.  
1 = active.  
FREEZE.  
FO  
OBLK  
BLACK output screen selection.  
INPUT COMMANDS / COMMANDES D'ENTRÉE  
0 = All inputs  
2 = INPUT #2  
4 = INPUT #4  
0 = Input disable  
1 = INPUT #1  
3 = INPUT #3  
5 = INPUT #5  
1 = Input enable  
PC  
PE  
PCH  
PEN  
Input selection for adjustment.  
Rd/Wr  
Rd/Wr  
0
0
5
1
Input disabling (according to PCH).  
0 = SDTV Composite 1 = SDTV S.VIDEO  
Input signal type selection. (according  
to PCH).  
2 = SDTV YUV  
4 = SDTV RGsB  
6 = reserved  
3 = SDTV RGBS TTL.  
5 = SDTV RGB ana.  
7 = Computer  
PR  
PRGB  
Rd/Wr  
0
7
0 = NTSC / PAL / SECAM  
Input standard selection (according to  
PCH).  
PI  
PP  
PSTD  
PPRC  
PM  
Rd/Wr  
Rd/Wr  
Rd/Wr  
0
0
0
4
1
2
1 = NTSC  
3 = SECAM  
0 = OFF  
2 = PAL  
4 = Black & White  
1 = ON  
VCR mode (according to PCH).  
Input priority  
0 = no priority  
1 = video priority  
2 = computer priority  
PM  
OUTPUT COMMANDS / COMMANDES DE SORTIE  
1 = analog  
3 = analog & DVI  
0 = 800x600  
2 = 1280x1024  
4 = 1600x1200  
6 = 852x480  
8 = 1366x768  
10 = 640x480  
0 = internal rate  
2 = DVI  
oY  
OTYP  
OFTM  
Output type selection (AC216A-R2)  
Output format selection.  
Rd/Wr  
Rd/Wr  
0
0
3
9
1 = 1024x768  
3 = 1400x1050  
5 = reserved  
7 = 1280x768  
9 = 720p  
FM  
1 = follow input  
XR  
oR  
op  
REFR  
ORTM  
OPAT  
OSYN  
Output rate mode  
Rd/Wr  
Rd/Wr  
Rd/Wr  
Rd/Wr  
0
0
0
0
1
3
1
2
0 = 50 Hz  
2 = 72 Hz  
0 = OFF  
1 = 60 Hz  
3 = 75 Hz  
1 = ON  
Output frame rate selection.  
Centering pattern  
0 = H &V  
2 = SOG (Sync On Green).  
1 = Composite  
FY  
Output sync selection.  
IMAGE COMMANDS / COMMANDES DU MENU IMAGE  
H
V
W
S
HP  
VP  
Horizontal position.  
Vertical position.  
Horizontal size.  
Vertical size.  
Rd/Wr  
Rd/Wr  
Rd/Wr  
Rd/Wr  
0
0
0
0
255  
255  
255  
255  
HW  
VS  
0 = 4/3 standard  
2 = WS anamorphic.  
0 = Standard  
1 = 16/9 letterbox  
QA  
QS  
ASP  
Input aspect ratio selection.  
Output aspect ratio selection  
Rd/Wr  
Rd/Wr  
0
0
2
2
1 = Full screen  
OASP  
2 = Crop  
B
D
BRG  
CON  
COL  
HUE  
OVR  
Brightness adjustment (video).  
Contrast adjustment (video).  
Color adjustment (video).  
Rd/Wr  
Rd/Wr  
Rd/Wr  
Rd/Wr  
Rd/Wr  
0
0
0
0
0
255  
255  
255  
255  
1
O
T
Hue adjustment (video NTSC).  
Underscan / overscan (video).  
0 = underscan  
1 = overscan  
1 = level 1  
QO  
0 = standard level  
QP  
PRO  
Sharpness adjustment (video).  
Rd/Wr  
0
7
2 = level 2.................. 7 = level 7.  
1 = PRESET action (automatic reset).  
yP  
PRES  
PRESET.  
Rd/Wr  
0
1
NOTE:  
Rd = Read only command / Commande de lecture.  
Rd/Wr = Read and write command / Commande de lecture et d'écriture.  
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COMMAND RESPONSE  
COMMAND DESCRIPTION  
VALUE /VALEUR  
DESCRIPTION  
TYPE  
COMMANDE RÉPONSE  
DESCRIPTION DE LA COMMANDE  
MIN MAX  
AUDIO COMMANDS / COMMANDES DU MENU AUDIO  
RO  
AMOD Auto follow or breakaway mode.  
Rd/Wr  
Rd/Wr  
0
1
1
5
0 = auto follow  
1 = INPUT #1 2 = INPUT #2 3 = INPUT #3  
4 = INPUT #4 5 = INPUT #5  
1 = breakaway  
RC  
ACH Audio input selection.  
CONTROLS COMMANDS / COMMANDES DE CONTRÔLE  
xU  
VERU  
Device version.  
0
0
0
0
65535 Example: 104 = Version 1.4  
65535 Value displayed in hexadecimal in the device.  
65535 0 = without option.  
Rd  
xI  
I_  
Identification number.  
Options available.  
Rd  
yo  
OPT  
EPD  
Rd  
QE  
2:2 pull down correction.  
Rd/Wr  
1
0 = off  
1 = auto.  
0 = short  
2 = long  
1 = medium  
oT  
OST  
Black delay  
Rd/Wr  
0
2
yl  
sT  
sS  
ye  
Y
LOCK  
STBT  
STBY  
EPOS  
FRES  
Key locking.  
Rd/Wr  
Rd/Wr  
Rd/Wr  
Rd/Wr  
Rd/Wr  
0
0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
1
0 = unlocks  
0 = OFF  
1 = locks  
Standby delay  
1 = 1 min  
255 = 255 min  
Standby mode  
0 = standby inactive 1 = standby active  
1 = erase all memories (automatic reset).  
1 = Default value action (automatic reset).  
Erase memories.  
DEFAULT VALUE.  
OTHERS COMMANDS / COMMANDES DIVERSES  
yS  
STO  
Image parameters storing.  
Rd/Wr  
0
0
1
1 = STORE action (automatic reset).  
?
DEV  
Device type.  
65535 32 = AC211A-R2  
33 = AC216A-R2  
Rd  
FRAME ALERT COMMANDS / COMMANDES DE FRAME ALERT  
0 = normal mode  
3 = erasing mode  
1 = capture mode  
fM  
FAMD  
Frame alert mode  
Rd/Wr  
0
3
fX  
fR  
fA  
FAEX  
FARC  
FAAU  
Erasing/storing mode  
Rd/Wr  
Rd  
0
0
0
1
1
1
1 = erasing/storing  
0 = empty memory  
0 = not activate  
Frame alert storing status  
Automatic frame alert activation  
1 = frame memorized  
1 = activate  
Rd/Wr  
0 = switch off the frame alert  
1 = display the frame alert.  
0 = frame alert not displayed.  
1 = frame alert displayed.  
fs  
FASW  
FAST  
Frame alert activation  
Rd/Wr  
0
0
1
1
fS  
Frame alert display status  
Rd  
NOTE:  
Rd = Read only command / Commande de lecture.  
Rd/Wr = Read and write command / Commande de lecture et d'écriture.  
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APPENDIX A / ANNEXE A  
COMMAND RESPONSE  
COMMAND DESCRIPTION  
VALUE /VALEUR  
DESCRIPTION  
TYPE  
COMMANDE RÉPONSE  
DESCRIPTION DE LA COMMANDE  
MIN MAX  
STATUS COMMANDS / COMMANDES D'ÉTAT  
U
UNIT  
Measures unity in kHz.  
This command allows to calculate the  
input line frequency in Hz.  
0
0
65535  
65535  
Rd  
Rd  
Line frequency (in kHz) = (UNIT VALUE) ÷  
(ILD VALUE).  
IL  
ILD  
Frame frequency (in Hz) = (Line frequency in  
Hz) ÷ (IFD VALUE).  
This command allows to calculate the  
input frame frequency in Hz.  
ID  
IFD  
0
65535  
Rd  
IP  
IH  
IV  
IPS  
IHP  
IVP  
Input Sync. detection.  
0
0
0
1
1
1
0 = not detected  
0 = negative  
0 = negative  
1 = Sync. detected.  
Rd  
Rd  
Rd  
Sign of the horizontal input Sync.  
Sign of the vertical input Sync.  
1 = positive.  
1 = positive.  
0 = H &V.  
1 = Comp. (TTL).  
2 = SOG.  
3 = Composite (ana)  
IK  
IST  
Input Sync type detection.  
0
3
Rd  
II  
IIN  
Interlaced signal detection.  
0
0
1
1
0 = not interlaced  
0 = In range  
0 = no signal.  
1 = interlaced.  
Rd  
Rd  
IO  
IOO  
"Out of range" signal detection.  
1 = Out of range.  
1 = not compatible.  
IF  
IFA  
Standard input signal detection.  
0
11 2 = NTSC (3.58/60). 3 = PAL (4.43/50).  
4 = SECAM (50Hz). 5 = B & W (50Hz).  
6 = B & W (60Hz). 7 = YUV 50 Hz.  
Rd  
8 = YUV @ 60 Hz. 9 = RGB @ 50 Hz.  
10 = RGB @ 60 Hz. 11 = Computer  
XF  
XT  
REFF  
REFT  
Standard of the synchronized input.  
0
0
11  
Rd  
Rd  
Frame frequency of the synchronized  
input.  
65535 Value in hundredth of Hz.  
XA  
ut  
REFA  
TKEV  
Synchronized input.  
Transition availability.  
0
0
1
1
0 = Internal rate  
1 = New input ready to commute.  
1 = follow selected in.  
Rd  
Rd  
NOTE:  
Rd = Read only command / Commande de lecture.  
Rd/Wr = Read and write command / Commande de lecture et d'écriture.  
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AC211A-R2 & AC216A-R2  
A-5: ASCII / HEX / DEC TABLE  
A-5: TABLE ASCII / HEX / DEC  
ASCII  
HEX  
20  
DEC  
32  
33  
34  
35  
36  
37  
38  
39  
40  
41  
42  
43  
44  
45  
46  
47  
48  
49  
50  
51  
52  
53  
54  
55  
56  
57  
58  
59  
60  
61  
62  
63  
ASCII  
@
A
B
C
D
E
F
HEX  
40  
DEC  
64  
65  
66  
67  
68  
69  
70  
71  
72  
73  
74  
75  
76  
77  
78  
79  
80  
81  
82  
83  
84  
85  
86  
87  
88  
89  
90  
91  
92  
93  
94  
95  
ASCII  
HEX  
60  
DEC  
96  
space  
`
a
b
c
!
"
#
$
%
&
21  
41  
61  
97  
22  
42  
62  
98  
23  
43  
63  
99  
24  
44  
d
e
64  
100  
101  
102  
103  
104  
105  
106  
107  
108  
109  
110  
111  
112  
113  
114  
115  
116  
117  
118  
119  
120  
121  
122  
123  
124  
125  
126  
127  
25  
45  
65  
26  
46  
f
66  
27  
G
H
I
47  
g
h
i
67  
(
28  
48  
68  
)
29  
49  
69  
*
+
,
2A  
2B  
2C  
2D  
2E  
2 F  
30  
J
4A  
4B  
4C  
4D  
4E  
4F  
50  
j
6A  
6B  
6C  
6D  
6E  
6F  
70  
K
L
M
N
O
P
k
l
-
m
n
o
p
q
r
.
/
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
:
31  
Q
R
S
51  
71  
32  
52  
72  
33  
53  
s
73  
34  
T
U
V
W
X
Y
Z
[
54  
t
74  
35  
55  
u
v
w
x
y
z
75  
36  
56  
76  
37  
57  
77  
38  
58  
78  
39  
59  
79  
3A  
3B  
3C  
3D  
3E  
3F  
5A  
5B  
5C  
5D  
5E  
5F  
7A  
7B  
7C  
7D  
7E  
7F  
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