StarTech.com VID2HDMITV Manual

Composite/S-Video & Stereo Audio HDMI Scaler / Converter

VID2HDMITV Instruction Guide

The Professionals’ Source For Hard-to-Find Computer Parts

Video Scaler

* Actual product may vary from photo

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FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital

device, pursuant to part 15 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.

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Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Site Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Connecting Devices to the Video Scaler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Using the Menu Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Picture Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Output Select . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Supported Video Output Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Warranty Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com video scaler. This device allows you to convert

composite, S-Video and accompanying audio signals to an HDMI connection, for use on

a PC or high definition display. Offering a variety of output video resolutions,

VID2HDMITV also provides an on-screen display menu, to help simplify fine tuning and

picture adjustment.

Features

• Motion adaptive 3D Y/C separation comb filter

• Advanced 3D motion adaptive de-interlacing

• Automatic 2:2 / 3:2 film mode detection

• Supports 50Hz to 60Hz frame rate conversion

• OSD menu to adjust picture quality, color, contrast and brightness

• Built-in 8 bit DAC for RGB or YPbPr output

• Automatic NTSC/PAL video format detection and switching

Before You Begin

Package Contents

• 1 x Video to HDMI Scaler/Converter

• 1 x Remote control

• 1 x Instruction Manual

• 1 x Universal Power Adapter

Site Preparation

Ensure you have the necessary cables to connect your video source (such as a DVD

player) to the video scaler. Note that if you have previously used the device with a

standard television, you can most likely use those cables to connect the item to the video

scaler. The video scaler should be in close proximity to the video source and be

connected using high-quality cables for the best possible results.

Need more cables? Contact your dealer or visit www.startech.com for more

information.

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Connecting Devices to the Video Scaler

1. Disconnect your high-resolution display from its existing video connections.

2. Place the video scaler near the video source and connect the power adapter to a

suitable wall outlet. Connect the opposite end to the DC 5V 2A connector on the rear

panel of the video scaler.

3. Connect the cable you used to connect your video source to its previous video display

(usually labeled as VIDEO OUT, or similar) as removed in step 1 to the CV or SV

connector on the rear of the video scaler as appropriate. The connector you use will

depend on the type of cable the video source uses.

4. As necessary, connect the audio signal source to the AUDIO L & R ports on the rear

panel of the scaler.

5. Apply power to the scaler, by pressing the POWER button.

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To begin customizing the video image, press the menu button to bring up the following

OSD menu:

To navigate through the OSD menu system:

1. Use the +and -keys on the front of the video scaler to move between options.

2. Use the MENU key to select an item to adjust or display a sub-menu.

3. Once an item is selected, use the +and -keys to adjust the setting.

4. When you are satisfied with your changes, press MENU to activate the setting.

5. You can continue to adjust other settings, or select Exit from the OSD menus until

the OSD disappears.

VID2HDMITV

Rear Panel

1DC power jack

2Composite Video

3S-Video

4Audio input L/R

5HDMI output

1POWER

2INPUT

3Remote sensor

4MENU

5+, -

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Picture Adjust

Use the +,-buttons to move the cursor to the desired parameter. Press the MENU

button to confirm your selection. At this point, the selected parameter will turn red, and

you can use the +,-buttons to increase or decrease the value of the parameter. Once

the necessary adjustments have been made, Press the MENU button to apply the

change.

Output select

When selected, this menu will allow you to change the output resolution of the display:

Use the +,-buttons to move the cursor to the desired resolution/refresh rate. Press the

MENU button to confirm your selection. Please note: Selecting a resolution/refresh rate

that is not supported by your display, may damage the display. Please consult the

documentation that accompanied the display unit at the time of purchase.

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1. Display: Press this button to display the input source

and output resolution on the screen.

2. POWER: Power ON/OFF button.

3. VGA~1080i: Press to select your desired output

resolution.

4. PICTURE: Press this button to enter the picture adjust

submenu. Use the +and -buttons to move

the cursor up/down to the desired

parameter, press PICTURE again to

confirm.

5. +/-: Press to move the cursor selection up/down to the

desired parameter, or press to increase/decrease

the setting value.

6. RESET: Press to reset all configurations back to

factory default value.

7. EXIT: Pressing this button will exit the OSD.

8. VIDEO: Press this button to select composite video

input.

9. SVIDEO: Press the button to select SVideo input.

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Problem: No image is being displayed from the video source or the OSD.

Cause: The input setting or output timing (resolution and refresh rate) is incorrect.

Resolution: a) With an HDTV display, adjust the settings back to the default setting for

your display type by pressing the MENU and - buttons simultaneously.

With a computer monitor, press the +and -buttons simultaneously to

return to XGA resolution.

b) Ensure all cables are securely connected.

Problem: The image is distorted or blurry.

Cause: The output timing settings/image quality settings are not optimized, or there is

interference degrading the cable signal.

Resolution: a) Adjust the timing settings and image settings using the menu system to

improve image quality and ensure the video source is working normally.

b) Use the shortest cable length possible, and ensure that they are of a high

quality. Heavily-shielded cables with gold-plated connectors offer

superior performance and signal protection. Do not use converters or

extension cables unless they were supplied with the video scaler.

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General specifications

Output Signal specifications

HDMI connector pin assignment

Input signal levels

Video@1Vp-p, 75 ohm,

Y@1 Vp-p, 75 ohm

Color@ 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohm

Output Format Digital RGB

Output Connector HDMI Type A female

Output Signal Bit stream

Weight 400g

Dimensions 125(W) x 123(D) x 30(H) mm

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Technical Support

StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to

provide industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help with your product, visit our

Web site to access our comprehensive selection of online tools, documentation, and

downloads:

www.startech.com/support

Warranty Information

This product is backed by a one-year warranty. In addition, StarTech.com warrants its

products against defects in materials and workmanship for the periods noted,

following the initial date of purchase. During this period, the products may be

returned for repair, or replacement with equivalent products at our discretion. The

warranty covers parts and labor costs only. StarTech.com does not warrant its products

from defects or damages arising from misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and

tear.

Limitation of Liability

In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their

officers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect,

special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of profits, loss of business,

or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the actual

price paid for the product.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential

damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions contained in this statement

may not apply to you.

Revised: September 13, 2006

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