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USER MANUAL HD10MD4 AJA

HD10MD4 Mini-Converter

HD to SD Down-Converter

HD-SDI IN LDCK HD-SDI OUT USB POWER 5-20 VDC SDI OUT CMPST Y G Y Pb B C Pr R AJA HD10MD4 HD TO SD DIGITAL DOWNCONVERTER

Installation and Operation Guide

Trademarks

AJA^® and Because it matters. are registered trademarks of AJA Video Systems, Inc. for use with most AJA products. AJA^TM is a trademark of AJA Video Systems, Inc. for use with recorder, router, software and camera products. Because it matters. is a trademark of AJA Video Systems, Inc. for use with camera products.

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Copyright

Copyright © 2018 AJA Video Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. All information in this manual is subject to change without notice. No part of the document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form, or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying or recording, without the express written permission of AJA Video Systems, Inc.

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Contents

Notices 2

Trademarks 2

Copyright 2

Contacting AJA Support 2

Chapter 1 – Introduction .....4

Overview. 4

Features. 4

Block Diagram 5

I/O Connections 5

User Controls 5

Installation....6

Chapter 2 – Operation....7

Default Operational Settings 7

DIP Switches. 7

DIP Switch Settings. 8

USB Control and Setup—Using AJA Mini-Config 8

Acquiring Mini-Config. 9

Installing Mini-Config 9

Running Mini-Config. 11

Operating Mini-Config 11

Tabbed Screens 13

Video Tab Screen. 13

Analog Output Tab Screen 15

Update Tab Screen. 16

Info Tab Screen 17

Appendix A – Specifications ..... 18

HD10MD4 Tech Specs. 18

Appendix B – Safety and Compliance ..... 20

Warranty and Liability Information....28

Limited Warranty on Hardware. 28

Limitation of Liability 29

Governing Law and Language; Your Rights. 29

Index. 30

Chapter 1 – Introduction

AJA HD10MD4 HD TO 80 CM/TH DOWN/CONVERTER

Overview

The AJA HD10MD4 is a miniature digital downconverter for converting HD-SDI video to standard definition SDI and analog component or composite video. The HD10MD4 uses a full 10-bit data path and multi-point interpolation to produce excellent quality down-converted video. In addition, the HD10MD4 converts 23.98 to a 59.94 Hz output video using the standard 3:2 pulldown technique. The output can be formatted for either 4:3 or 16:9 standard definition monitors. For 4:3 monitors, the output can be formatted for either the Letterbox or Crop modes. The HD10MD4 can also receive SD video and output a different aspect ratio. The HD10MD4 simultaneously passes video to both the SDI and analog outputs. Eight channels of embedded audio channel can also be passed to the SDI output.

Features

• Broadcast-Quality HD to SD down conversion
• Multi-Standard
  • Dual-rate HD-SD/SDI input
  • HD-SDI input: SMPTE 292 HD-SDI digital video
  • 1080i 50, 59.94
  • 1080PsF: 23.98, 25, 29.97
  • 1080p: 23.98, 25, 29.97
  • 720p: 50, 59.94
  • HD-SDI outputs: Equalized and buffered copy of input
  • SD-SDI output: SMPTE 259 SDI digital video
• Analog outputs: Component or Composite video (10 bit)
• External DIP switch and Mini-Config configuration
  • HD10MD4 Mini-Converter v1.1 6 www.aja.com
• Uses universal input +5V power supply AJA model DWP-U-R1 (included)

NOTE: The HD10MD4 automatically switches to PAL anytime the input is 1080i 50, 1080PsF 25 or 1080p25. All other frames rates have an NTSC output: 59.94, 29.97 and 23.98.

Block Diagram

Figure 1. HD10MD4 Mini-Converter, Simplified Block Diagram

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    A["HD or SD SDI Input"] --> B["Cable EQ"]
    B --> C["De-serializer"]
    C --> D["H & V Filtering and Decimation"]
    D --> E["Audio Embedding"]
    E --> F["Serializer"]
    F --> G["SD SDI Output"]
    H["DIP Switch Settings"] --> I["Config Control"]
    I --> J["USB Port"]
    J --> K["3:2 Pulldown Synchronization"]
    K --> L["Embedded Audio Extraction"]
    L --> M["Delay"]
    M --> N["D/A Conversion"]
    N --> O["Y G Composite\nPb B Y\nPr R C"]
    N --> P["Component/Composite Outputs (selected by DIP switch or Mini-Config)"]
    N --> Q["HD-SDI Out 1"]

I/O Connections

Figure 2. HD10MD4 Mini-Converter

HD-SDI Input BNC Lock LED HD-SDI Loop Output BNC USB Port DC Power Input HD-SDI IN LOCK HD-SDI OUT USB POWER 5-3D VDC SDI CUT AJA CMPST Y G Y Pb D C Pr R Composite Component Output BNCs (3) SD-SDI Output BNC

NOTE: The Lock LED indicates valid input video by color. Off is no input, green is SD video, red is HD video.

User Controls

The direct user interface for the HD10MD4 is an eight position DIP switch accessible through a cut-out in the bottom of the unit. The exact function of the DIP switches are described in "DIP Switches" on page 7.

The HD10MD4 also supports Mini-Config application control over its USB port to a connected PC or Mac.

Typically, installation consists of the following:

Direct Control

1. Disconnect DC power from the converter.
2. Configure the DIP switches for the desired equipment configuration and video formats.
3. Connect video equipment to the converter BNCs.
4. Apply power to the converter.

Mini-Config Control

1. Disconnect DC power from the converter.
2. Connect video equipment to the converter BNCs.
3. Apply power to the converter.
4. The converter will now run using the default factory settings. If you wish to alter the factory settings, you'll need to:
5. Set DIP switch 1 ON (right) to permit remote Mini-Config control.
   • Install the AJA Mini-Config software on your computer
6. Attach the converter via USB
7. Make your changes using Mini-Config setup screens.
8. This process is detailed in "Chapter 2 Operation" on page 7.

Chapter 2 – Operation

Default Operational Settings

The HD10MD4 Mini-Converter ships from the factory with the following configuration (all DIP switches Off - Left):

• Local (DIP switch) control
• Component video
• YPbPr format
• Pedestal Off
• Crop Off
• Monitor 4:3
• Focus Off
• Graticule Off

If these settings apply to your requirements, you can simply connect the video input and output signal cables and power up the unit.

For other applications, you can configure the unit using its DIP switch settings, or by using the Mini-Config application and a PC or Mac via USB.

DIP Switches

DIP switches on the bottom of the unit are used to configure it without a computer. The Left position is Off, the right position is On.

Figure 3. DIP Switches

LOCAL CMPNT YPBPr OFF OFF 4:3 OFF CONTROL AV OUT PEDESTAL CROP MONITOR FOCUS GRATICULE REMOTE CMPST RGB ON ON ON ON ON

Table 1. HD10MD4 DIP Switch Setting Descriptions

SWITCH FUNCTION		DIP Set LEFT, OFF (default)	DIP Set RIGHT, ON
1	Remote	LOCAL (DIP switch) control	REMOTE (Mini-Config) control
2 Analog output Selects Component output (CMPNT)			Selects composite video output (CMPST)
3 Type of Component Video on 3 Output BNCs		Selects YPbPr Selects RGB
4 Pedestal Pedestal OFF Pedestal ON. This setting also			changes analog output to BETA levels when in YPbPr mode.
			NOTE: Pedestal is only active if the analog output is 525i composite, or 525i component and Component Color Space is RGB or YPbPr (Betacam).
5 Crop No Crop (OFF) Crop ON (if S6 switch MONITOR is set to 4:3)
6 Set Monitor Output to 4:3 or 16:9		Selects 4:3	Selects 16:9
		NOTE: Monitor setting only via DIP switch. Mini-Config equivalent controls are HD Down Convert.
7	Focus	Turn Focus OFF	Turn Focus ON (Zoom to center 720 x 486 image)
8	Graticule	Turn Graticule OFF	Turn Graticule ON (4:3 safe area)
		NOTE: Graticule is only available with HD (16:9) input, Crop is Off, a 4:3 Monitor output setting, and Focus is Off.

The following table shows the combinations of DIP switch settings required to configure the three BNCs below the SDI Output BNC.

Table 2. Output Selection Matrix For Output 3 BNCs

Desired Output Format	DIP S1 CONTROL	DIP S2 CMPNT/CMPST	DIP S3 YPbPr/RGB	DIP S4 Pedestal
1 Composite and 1 Y/C (pedestal)	LEFT	RIGHT	N/A	RIGHT
1 Composite and 1 Y/C (no pedestal)	LEFT	RIGHT	N/A	LEFT
RGB (no pedestal)	LEFT	LEFT	RIGHT	LEFT
RGB (pedestal)	LEFT	LEFT	RIGHT	RIGHT
SMPTE component (BETA625)/EBU-N10	LEFT	LEFT	LEFT	LEFT
BETA 525 component	LEFT	LEFT	LEFT	RIGHT

USB Control and Setup—Using AJA Mini-Config

Your AJA Mini-Converter can be used right out of the box for some applications since it is designed to recognize inputs and perform standard actions automatically by default. However, to use its full capability, you must use AJA's Mini-Config software application for PCs and Macs. This same application can be used to update to new Mini-Converter software released by AJA.

NOTE: DIP switch 1 must be ON (Remote, Right) to permit Mini-Config control of the unit.

Acquiring Mini-Config

AJA's Mini-Config application is available for download from the AJA website.

To download the latest Mini-Config package, which includes the Mini-Config application, Mini-Converter firmware, and documentation, go to:

https://www.aja.com/products/mini-converters/mini-config-software

Select either the Windows or Mac icon to download the desired version.

Mini-Converter Documentation

Included with the Mini-Config package is a complete set of documentation for all Mini-Converters supported by Mini-Config. A .PDF of the Installation and Operation Guide for the currently connected Mini-Converter can be accessed from the Mini-Config UI via the Help/Manual drop-down menu.

Documentation for all AJA Mini-Converters that use Mini-Config can also be accessed directly in the Mini-Config download package Documentation folder, and via the Documentation icon available on the Mac installer.

Documentation (and firmware) included with the Mini-Config application are the versions available at the time of distribution. However, Mini-Converter software, firmware and documentation are updated regularly, so newer versions may exist.

To download the latest documentation for an individual Mini-Converter, go to:

https://www.aja.com/category/mini-converters

and navigate to the Support web page of that Mini-Converter.

Installing Mini-Config

PC Installation

To install Mini-Config on a Windows PC:

1. Download the application from the AJA website (select the Windows icon on the Mini-Config Support web page).
2. Open the AJA_MiniConfig.zip file
3. Double-click on the Minilnstaller.msi file.
4. A Setup Wizard will guide you through the installation.

Figure 4. Mini-Config PC Setup Wizard

AJA Mini Config Setup Welcome to the AJA Mini Config Setup Wizard The setup Wizard will install AJA Mini Config on your computer. Click Next to continue or Cancel to exit the Setup Wizard Back Next Cancel

1. Click Next to begin. Answer the questions in the subsequent dialogues. When finished, an AJA Mini-Config shortcut will be installed on the desktop, and you will be able to locate the Mini-Config application in the AJA folder in the Programs listing.

NOTE: If the Mini-Config application already exists on the PC, a different Setup Wizard appears.

Figure 5. Mini-Config Setup Wizard, Reinstallation

AJA Mini Config Setup Change, repair, or remove installation Select the operation you wish to perform. Change AJA Mini Config has no independently selectable features. Repair Repairs errors in the most recent installation by fixing missing and corrupt files, shortcuts, and registry entries. Remove Removes AJA Mini Config from your computer. Back Next Cancel

With this screen you can Repair (reinstall) or Remove (uninstall) Mini-Config on the PC.

Mac Installation

To install the application on a Mac:

NOTE: Mac computers must be Intel-based (G5, G4 and earlier models will not work with Mini-Config).

1. Download the application from the AJA website (select the Apple icon on the Mini-Config Support web page).
2. Open the AJA_MiniConfig folder.
3. Double-click on the AJAMiniConfig.dmg file.
4. Answer the prompt and a utility program will be launched.

Figure 6. Mini-Config Mac Installer

AJA Mini Config 3 items Documentation MinConfig.app Applications AjA VIDEO SYSTEMS Because it matters.

1. To complete the installation drag the MiniConfig.app icon to the Applications folder.

Running Mini-Config

Connect the Mini-Converter to the PC or Mac via the supplied USB cable. Connect the external power supply (supplied) to the Mini-Converter.

PC Startup

To run Mini-Config on a PC, double-click on the AJA Mini-Config icon on your desktop, or open the AJA folder in the program list and click on the AJA Mini-Config application located inside the Mini-Config folder.

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Mac Startup

To run Mini-Config on a Mac, open the Applications folder and locate the AJA Mini-Config application. Double-click the application to launch it.

Saving Setups

A File drop down menu on the Mini-Config application bar allows you to save the current state of the Mini-Converter to a preset file for later recall.

MiniConfig	File Edit Help
	Open Preset...	%O
	Save Preset As...	%S
	Revert to Factory Settings
	Refresh	%R

Using this feature you can set up the converter for different applications, storing each configuration (Save Preset As...) with a unique name for easy recall (Open Preset...).

A Revert to Factory Settings menu item similarly allows you to change the settings back to AJA's factory defaults.

Operating Mini-Config

The Mini-Config application provides a graphic interface for viewing settings and updating software. It consists of an information area at the top that shows the available Mini-Converters attached to the computer via USB, with a graphical rendering of the selected Mini-Converter showing all the connectors and their current state.

Colored text next to the connectors indicates the signal type and what the MiniConverter is doing:

• Blue text indicates the values automatically selected
• Black text indicates values that you have manually selected
• Red text indicates the Mini-Converter is not detecting a signal, or cannot operate with the current user settings.

NOTE: Even if no output device is detected, the SDI connector text still shows the signal it is outputting.

NOTE: Configuration settings in red will change based on the attached output device as well as input signals. For improved accuracy and reliability, you should configure the Mini-Converter only when the target output device is attached and input signals are supplied at the inputs.

Screens are virtually the same on both PC and Mac, with subtle differences that reflect the general look of the platform environment.

Figure 7. Example Mini-Config Screen

Select a USB port and an attached Mini-Converter (name in parentheses). 1080i29.97 Each connector is labeled with the signals currently detected or manually selected. Firmware Version and Serial Number Each connector is labeled with the signals currently detected or manually selected. Connected HD-SDI In SDI Out 525i29.97 LOCK HD-SDI Out CMPST Y G Composite 525i29.97 USB Y Pb B C Pr R AJA HD10MD4 525i29.97 S-Video Version: 1.1 Sn: K0094987 Video Analog Output Update Info Tabbed Screens SD Aspect Convert: Off ---- Graticule: Off Off HD Down Convert: Crop Crop Focus: Off Off Status Message Connected to module

Selecting a Mini-Converter with the pulldown menu causes this application to connect to the selected converter. The graphic of Mini-Converter and text below it provides:

• Type of converter
• Firmware version
• Serial number of the unit.

A status field at the bottom of the screen shows if your application is connected and communicating with the Mini-Converter.

When configuring the Mini-Converter, select it from the top pulldown, view the current settings and change any values. Making a change communicates that new value to the Mini-Converter's non-volatile memory.

Tabbed Screens

The Tabs delineate control screens with groups of controls for each type of task to be performed.

The controls for the actual configuration parameters are specific to each MiniConverter type. When you Click on any of the tab buttons, the pane below the tabs will change to match your tab selection. Any changes you make are immediately applied and will be saved, overwriting previous settings.

Video Tab Screen

AJA Mini Config Port:4 (HD10MD4) 1080i29.97 1080i29.97 Connected USB HD-SDI In LOCK HD-SDI Out CMPST Y G Y Pb B C Pr R 525i29.97 Composite 525i29.97 Y 525i29.97 S-Video Version: 1.1 Sn: K0094987 Video Analog Output Update Info SD Aspect Convert: Off ---- Graticule: Off Off HD Down Convert: Crop Crop Focus: Off Off Connected to module

Click on the Video tab to view and make changes to the converter's video processing settings.

SD Aspect Convert

Determines the mode when converting from SD input video to an SD output video format. There is no DIP switch equivalent for this control. The setting is saved in nonvolatile memory in the module and used for all subsequent operation:

• Off (default) - The input image is copied to the output with no scaling.
• Letterbox - The input frame is scaled vertically to a 16x9 letterboxed size (anamorphic to letterbox conversion).
• H Crop - The input frame is scaled horizontally to 16x9, then center-cropped (anamorphic to center crop conversion).
• Pillarbox - The input frame is scaled horizontally to make a pillarbox output (4x3 to anamorphic conversion).
• V Crop - The input frame is scaled vertically to make a vertically cropped output (letterbox to anamorphic conversion).
• 14x9 - The input frame is scaled horizontally and vertically as a compromise between H Crop and Letterbox (anamorphic to 14x9 conversion).

HD Down Convert

Determines the mode when converting from HD input video to an SD output video format:

• Crop (default) - Image is cropped to fit new screen size.
• Letterbox - Image is reduced with black top and bottom added to image area, with the aspect ratio preserved.
• Anamorphic - HD image is converted to full-screen SD with a 16x9 aspect ratio (anamorphic).
• 14x9 - Image is reduced slightly with aspect ratio preserved. Black is added top and bottom, and the left and right sides are cropped.
• Auto AFD - Automatically selects the best Downconvert mode based on the input video's Active Format Description (AFD) code. If the input video is not carrying an AFD VANC code, the unit defaults to Crop.

Graticule

Turns on or off a graticule display indicating a 4:3 aspect ratio.

- Off (default)

- On

Graticule is only available with HD (16:9) input, Letterbox or Anamorphic HD Down Convert mode (either manually selected or AutoAFD), and with Focus set to Off. When inactive, status is dashes.

Focus

Zooms to center 720 x 486 (for 525i) or 720 x 576 (for 625i).

- Off (default)

• On

Analog Output Tab Screen

AJA Mini Config Port:4 (HD10MD4) 1080i29.97 HD-SDI In LOCK 1080i29.97 HD-SDI Out Connected USB SDI Out 525i29.97 Composite 525i29.97 CMPST Y G Y Pb B C Pr R 525i29.97 S-Video Version: 1.1 Sn: K0094987 Video Analog Output Update Info Format: Composite Composite Color Space: YPbPr (SMPTE) ---- Pedestal: Off Off Connected to module

Click on the Analog Output tab to view and make changes to the converter's analog video output settings.

Format

Selects the desired analog output video format:

• Composite (default)
• Component

Pedestal

Sets the analog video black level:

• Off (default) - Sets black level at 0 IRE.
• On - Sets black level at 7.5 IRE

Pedestal is only active if the analog output is 525i composite, or 525i component and Component Color Space is RGB or YPbPr (Betacam). When inactive, status is dashes.

Color Space

Selects the desired output video format color space:

• YPbPr (SMPTE) (default)
• YPbPr (Betacam)
• RGB

Update Tab Screen

AJA Mini Config Port:4 (HD10MD4) 1080i29.97 HD-SDI In LOCK 1080i29.97 HD-SDI Out Connected USB SDI Out 52Si29.97 CMPST Y G Composite 52Si29.97 Y 52Si29.97 S-Video C Pr R Version: 1.0 Sn: K0094987 Video Analog Output Update Info Installed: 1.0 Desired: 1.1 Update Progress: Connected to module

Use this Update tab screen to view the software version currently installed on the converter or install new software.

NOTE: When discussing Mini-Converters, "Firmware" is software that will be stored in the Mini-Converter's non-volatile memory and used when it is powered up. This is something different than the Mini-Config application software. The version numbers shown in the Update screen refer only to the firmware.

Installed

This field shows the version of the firmware currently installed inside the MiniConverter.

Desired

This field shows the version of firmware embedded in the Mini-Config application which you can install into the Mini-Converter by clicking the Update button.

Update

This button initiates a software update operation loading the "Desired" version of firmware into the Mini-Converter's non-volatile memory.

Progress

This indicator bar shows the progress of firmware installation.

See "Acquiring Mini-Config" on page 9 and "Installing Mini-Config" on page 9 for more information.

Info Tab Screen

AJA Mini Config Port:4 (HD10MD4) 1080i29.97 HD-SDI In LOCK 1080i29.97 HD-SDI Out Connected USB SDI Out S25i29.97 CMPST Y G Composite 525i29.97 Y 525i29.97 S-Video C Pr R Version: 1.1 Sn: K0094987 Video Analog Output Update Info Name: HD10MD4 Type: HD10MD4 Assembly: 104348-R3 Serial Number: K0094987 Connected to module Set Name

This screen provides basic information about the Mini-Converter. This information is mostly useful when calling AJA Support for service or technical support.

Name

This field allows you to give your Mini-Converter a name. This can be useful if you have several Mini-Converters attached to a Mac/PC via USB so you can distinguish between them easily (especially if they're the same model).

Type

This is the factory set model name of the Mini-Converter.

Assembly

This is the factory assembly number.

Serial Number

This is the factory set unique serial number of your Mini-Converter. If you ever call AJA Support for service, you may be asked for this number.

HD10MD4 Tech Specs

Input Formats

• (automatic configuration)
• (HD) 1920 x 1080i 50, 59.94, 60
• (HD) 1920 x 1080p 23.98, 25, 29.97
• (HD) 1920 x 1080PsF 23.98, 25, 29.97
• (HD) 1280 x 720p 50, 59.94
• (SD) 625i
• (SD) 525i

Output Formats

• (SD) 625i
• (SD) 525i

Video Input

• 1x BNC
  • HD SMPTE 292M, 10-bit
  • SD SMPTE 259M, 10-bit

Video Output

• Digital
  • 1x BNC (processed output)
  • SDI - SMPTE 259M, 10-bit
  • 1x BNC (loop through input)
• Analog
• 3x BNC
  • YPbPr-SMPTE, EBU-N10, Betacam, RGB, NTSC, PAL, YC (S-Video), 10-bit

Video Processing

• Down-conversion
• Multipoint interpolation, 10-bit processing
  • 3:2 conversion for 23.98 inputs
  • Frequency Response
  • Y +0, -.5db to 30 MHz
  • C +/- .25db to 15 MHz

User Controls

• External dipswitch
• Mini-Config application via USB

Size (w x d x h)

- 5.8" x 3.1" x 1.0" (147.32 x 78.74 x 25.4 mm)

Power

• Uses AJA Power Supply model DWP-U-R1 (included with purchase)
  • 100-240V, 50/60Hz Universal Input
  • +5 to 20V DC regulated, 7 watts max

Environment

• Safe Operating Temperature: 0 to 40 C (32 to 104 F)
• Safe Storage Temperature (Power OFF): -40 to 60 C (-40 to 140 F)
• Operating Relative Humidity: 10-90% noncondensing
• Operating Altitude: <3,000 meters (<10,000 feet)

Appendix B – Safety and Compliance

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notices

Class A Interference Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15, Subpart B of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC Caution

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Canadian ICES Statement

Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio-noise emissions from a digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

European Union and European Free Trade Association (EFTA) Regulatory Compliance

This equipment may be operated in the countries that comprise the member countries of the European Union and the European Free Trade Association. These countries, listed in the following paragraph, are referred to as The European Community throughout this document:

AUSTRIA, BELGIUM, BULGARIA, CYPRUS, CZECH REPUBLIC, DENMARK, ESTONIA, FINLAND, FRANCE, GERMANY, GREECE, HUNGARY, IRELAND, ITALY, LATVIA, LITHUANIA, LUXEMBOURG, MALTA, NETHERLANDS, POLAND, PORTUGAL, ROMANIA, SLOVAKIA, SLOVENIA, SPAIN, SWEDEN, UNITED KINGDOM, ICELAND, LICHTENSTEIN, NORWAY, SWITZERLAND

Declaration of Conformity

Marking by this symbol indicates compliance with the Essential Requirements of the EMC Directive of the European Union 2014/30/EU.

This equipment meets the following conformance standards:

Safety

EN 60065: 2014 (T-Mark License)

IEC 60065: 2014 (CB Scheme Report/Certificate)

Additional licenses issued for specific countries available on request.

Emissions

EN 55032: 2012, CISPR 32: 2015,

EN 61000-3-2: 2014, EN 61000-3-3: 2013

Immunity

EN 55103-2: 2009, EN 61000-4-2:2009, EN 61000-4-3:2006 +A1:2008 +A2:2010,

EN 61000-4-4:2004 + A1:2010, EN 61000-4-5:2006, EN 61000-4-6:2009,

EN 61000-4-11:2004

Environments: E2, E3 and E4

The product is also licensed for additional country specific standards as required for the International Marketplace.

Warning! This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case, the user may be required to take appropriate measures.

This symbol on the product or its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of with your other household waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to dispose of your waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment. The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment. For more information about where you can drop off your waste for recycling, please contact your local authority, or where you purchased your product.

Korea KCC Compliance Statement

A급 기 기

(업무용 방송통신기자제)

(Broadcasting Communication Equipment for Office Use)

As an electromagnetic wave equipment for office use (Class A), this equipment is intended to use in other than home area. Sellers or users need to take note of this.

Taiwan Compliance Statement

警告使用者：

This is a Class A product based on the standard of the Bureau of Standards, Metrology and Inspection (BSMI) CNS 13438, Class A. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

Japan Compliance Statement

This is a Class A product based on the standard of the VCCI Council (VCCI 32: 2016). If this equipment is used in a domestic environment, radio interference may occur, in which case, the user may be required to take corrective actions.

Translated Warning and Caution Messages

The following caution statements, warning conventions, and warning messages apply to this product and manual.

Warning Symbol

Caution Symbol

Before Operation Please Read These Instructions

Warning! Read and follow all warning notices and instructions marked on the product or included in the documentation.

Warning! Do not use this device near water and clean only with a dry cloth.

Warning! Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

Warning! Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

Warning! Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

Warning! Since the Mains plug is used as the disconnection for the device, it must remain readily accessible and operable.

Warning! Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the device.

Warning! Unplug this device during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

Warning! Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the device has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the device, the device has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Warning! Do not open the chassis. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Opening the chassis will void the warranty unless performed by an AJA service center or licensed facility.

Warning! Disconnect the external AC power supply line cord(s) from the mains power before moving the unit.

Warning! Only use attachments and accessories specified and/or sold by the manufacturer.

Warranty and Liability Information

Limited Warranty on Hardware

AJA Video Systems, Inc. (AJA Video) warrants that the hardware product, not including storage modules or software components, will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of five (5) years from the date of purchase. AJA Video warrants that the storage modules provided as part of the hardware product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase. AJA Video provides a separate software warranty as part of the license agreement applicable to software components.

If a hardware product or storage module (hereafter, a "product") proves to be defective during the applicable warranty period, AJA Video, at its option, will either repair the defective product without charge for parts and labor, or will provide a replacement in exchange for the defective product.

To obtain service under this warranty, the Customer must notify AJA Video of the defect before expiration of the warranty period and make suitable arrangements for the performance of service by contacting AJA Video support through the channels set forth on the support contacts web page at http://www.aja.com/support. Except as stated, the Customer shall bear all shipping, packing, insurance and other costs, excluding parts and labor, to effectuate repair. Customer shall pack and ship the defective product to a service center designated by AJA Video, with shipping charges prepaid. AJA Video shall pay to return the product to Customer but only if to a location within the country in which the AJA Video service center is located.

This warranty shall not apply to any defect, failure or damage caused by negligent, inadequate or improper use, handling or maintenance. Without limiting the foregoing, AJA Video shall not be obligated to furnish service under this warranty or repair any damage or malfunction a) resulting from attempts by personnel other than AJA Video representatives to install, repair or service the product, b) resulting from improper use or connection to incompatible equipment, c) caused by the use of non-AJA Video parts or supplies, d) if the product has been modified or integrated with other products when the effect of such a modification or integration increases the time or difficulty of servicing the product, or e) resulting from being dropped or otherwise subjected to undue force, exposure to moisture or other corrosive or conductive substances, exposure to strong magnetic fields, use with improperly regulated power supplies, exposure to electric shock, use in temperatures outside the specified operating range, or otherwise failing to treat the product in accordance with the standard of care appropriate to sensitive and delicate electronic equipment.

EXCEPT AS STATED ABOVE, AJA VIDEO AND ITS VENDORS DISCLAIM IN THEIR ENTIRETY ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ALL WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. AJA VIDEO'S RESPONSIBILITY TO REPAIR OR REPLACE TIMELY REPORTED DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS IS THE WHOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY CUSTOMER IS PROVIDED WITH RESPECT TO HARDWARE PRODUCTS AND THEIR STORAGE MODULES. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR LIMITATIONS ON APPLICABLE STATUTORY RIGHTS OF A CONSUMER, SO SOME OR ALL OF THE TERMS OF THIS PARAGRAPH MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

THE PRODUCT IS NOT INTENDED, STATED, OR WARRANTED TO OPERATE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE. YOU UNDERSTAND AND ACKNOWLEDGE THAT THE PRODUCT IS NOT INTENDED TO BE USED AS THE SOLE OR PRIMARY DATA SOURCE OR TARGET FOR CRITICAL DATA, AND THAT IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO IMPLEMENT REDUNDANT CAPTURE AND BACKUP SYSTEMS AS APPROPRIATE.

Limitation of Liability

Under no circumstances shall AJA video BE LIABLE IN ANY WAY FOR ANY LOST, CORRUPTED OR DESTROYED DATA, FOOTAGE OR WORK, OR FOR ANY OTHER INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOST PROFITS, OR FOR ANY THIRD PARTY CLAIM, IN CONNECTION WITH THE PRODUCT, WHETHER RESULTING FROM DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT, SOFTWARE OR HARDWARE FAILURE, OR ANY OTHER CAUSE WHATSOEVER, EVEN IF AJA VIDEO HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. AJA VIDEO'S LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE PRODUCT SHALL UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT. The foregoing limitations apply even if any remedy set forth in this LIMITED WARRANTY fails of its essential purpose. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR PERSONAL INJURY, OR OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO SOME OR ALL OF THE TERMS OF THIS PARAGRAPH MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

Governing Law and Language; Your Rights.

This limited warranty is the only warranty provided by AJA Video on the hardware product. It supersedes all prior or contemporaneous understandings regarding such subject matter. No amendment to or modification of this warranty will be binding unless in writing and signed by AJA Video. The laws of the State of California, USA will govern this warranty and any dispute arising from it. Any translation of this Agreement is intended for convenience and to meet local requirements and in the event of a dispute between the English and any non-English versions, the English version of this warranty will govern. This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights that vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction, some of which are noted above.

Index

A

AJA Support 2

Analog Output Tab Screen 15

Assembly 17

B

Block Diagram 5

C

Color Space 15

D

Default Operational Settings 7

DIP Switches 7

DIP Switch Settings 8

Documentation

Downloading 9

Mini-Converter 9

F

Features 4

Firmware Version 16

Focus 14

Format 15

G

Graticule 14

H

HD Down Convert 14

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Info Tab Screen 17

Installation 6

I/O Connection 5

M

Mini-Config

Installation on Mac 10

Installation on PC 9

Operation 11

Screen Description 12

Startup on Mac 11

Startup on PC 11

Mini-Config Screen

Info Tab Screen 17

Update Tab Screen 16

Mini-Converter Documentation 9

N

Name 17

O

Overview 4

P

Pedestal 15

S

Saving Setups 11

SD Aspect Convert 13

Serial Number 17

Software Version 16

Specifications 18

T

Technical Support 2

Type 17

U

Update 16

Update Tab Screen 16

User Controls 5

V

Video Tab Screen 13