AIDA GCON-SDI SDI to Genlock SDI/HDMI Converter User Guide

June 4, 2024
AIDA

DI to Gen-Lock
SDI/HDMI Converter
GCON-SDI
OPERATION GUIDE

GCON-SDI SDI to Genlock SDI/HDMI Converter

CAUTION:
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN.
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK) NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING
This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage consisting of a risk of electric shock is present within this unit.
PRECAUTION
This exclamation point symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

WARNING

To prevent damage that may result in fire or electric shock hazards, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

  1. Be sure to use only the standard adapter that is specified in the specification sheet. Using any other adapter could cause fire, electrical shock, or damage to the product.
  2. Incorrectly connecting the power supply or replacing the battery may cause an explosion, cause excessive heat or fire
  3. Do not connect multiple connectors to a single adapter. Exceeding the capacity may cause excessive heat or fire.
  4. Securely plug the power cord into the power receptacle. The insecure connection may cause a fire.
  5. Do not drop the converter to avoid damage or personal injury.
  6. Do not place conductive objects (e.g. screwdrivers, coins, metal items, etc.) or containers filled with water on top of the converter. Doing so may cause personal injury due to fire, electric shock, or falling objects.
  7. Do not install the unit in humid, dusty, or sooty locations. Doing so may cause fire or electric shock.
  8. If any unusual smells or smoke come from the unit, stop using the product. Immediately disconnect the power source and contact the service center. Continued use in such a condition may cause fire or electric shock.
  9. If this product fails to operate normally, contact the nearest service center. Never disassemble or modify this product in any way.
  10. When cleaning, do not spray water directly onto parts of the product. Doing so may cause fire or electric shock.

PRECAUTION

Please read this Operation Guide before installing and using the camera & retain this copy for your reference.

  1. Always follow the instructions in the operation guide when applying power. Fire and equipment damage can occur if power is applied incorrectly. For the correct power supply, refer to the specifications page.
  2. Do not use a converter if fumes, smoke or a strange odor is emitted from the camera, or if it seems not functioning correctly. Disconnect the power source immediately and consult with your supplier.
  3. Do not use the converter in extreme environments where high temperatures or high humidity exists. Use the camera under conditions where temperatures are between 32°F ~ and 104°F, and humidity is below 90%.
  4. If installed close to a TV, radio transmitter, magnet, electric motor transformer or audio speakers the magnetic field generated may interfere with or distort the image.
  5. To prevent damage, do not drop the converter or subject it to strong shock or vibration.

GCON-SDI

AIDA GCON-SDI SDI to Genlock SDI HDMI Converter - GCON-
SDI

FEATURES

  • 3G-SDI up to 1080p60 full HD Resolution Input.
  • Simultaneous HDMI and SDI Loop Output.
  • Highly compatible with Tri Level reference input SMPTE 292M & 424M Compliant and multi-video format including 59.94Hz.
  • SMPTE 352M Ancillary Data supported.
  • Embedded audio pass-through via SDI & HDMI.
  • Adjustable V-sync & H-sync phases.
  • Divisional picture comparison.
  • Built-in Pattern Generator.
  • Built-in LCD menu screen.
  • Built-in menu control button.
  • Versatile, compact, and rugged design.

  1. Entering the main menu  Press Enter button three times to enter the main menu.
  2. Change the menu items Use the Right or Left menu to toggle through the menu.
  3. Select or enter the sub-menu Use Enter button.

OSD MENU

GEN-LOCK CONT.

  • GEN ON/OFF
    GEN-RUN: [OFF], GEN-RUN: [ON],
    CANCEL(BACK)

  • H_SYNC ADJUST
    H_SYNC: 0000, CANCEL(BACK)

  • V_SYNC ADJUST
    V_SYNC: 0000, CANCEL(BACK)

  • RETURN

PATTERN GEN.

  • PTN ON/OFF
    PATTERN: [OFF], PATTERN: [ON], CANCEL(BACK)

  • PTN TYPE
    PTN WHITE, PTN CROSS, PTN WHITE PTN HATCH
    PTN COLOR BAR, PTN WINDOW, PTN H RAMP
    PTN WH RAMP, PTN WV RAMP, PTN DIAGONAL
    PTN RED, PTN GREEN, PTN BLUE

  • RETURN

MISC CONT.

  • AUDIO CONT.
    AUDIO ON/ OFF: AUDIO: [OFF], AUDIO: [ON],
    CANCEL(BACK) AUDIO BITS: 24 BITS, 20 BITS, 16 BITS, CANCEL(BACK) RETURN

  • PAYLOAD CONT. : 24 BITS, 20 BITS, 16 BITS, CANCEL(BACK)
    PAYLOAD ON/ OFF: PAYLOAD: [OFF], PAYLOAD:
    [ON], CANCEL(BACK) RETURN

DISPLAY CONT.

  • LCD CONT.
    LCD BL ON/OFF: LCD [OFF], LCD: [ON], CANCEL(BACK) DISP TYPE: DYNAMIC ], STATIC, CANCEL(BACK) RETURN

  • HD/3G CONT.
    2DIV COMPARE: 2DIV [OFF], 2DIV: [ON]

  • RETURN

  • RESET: REST RUN, RETURN

  • EXIT

GEN-LOCK CONT.

GEN ON/OFF
External reference input can be turned ON or OFF from this menu.
By using the Left or Right button,
Select GEN-RUN[ON] to enable external reference input.
Select GEN-RUN[OFF] to disable external reference input.
Select CANCEL(BACK) to go back to the previous menu.

  • SDI input signal and reference signal needs to be matched.
    H_SYNC ADJUST
    H_Sync offset can be adjusted from this menu. By using the Left or Right button,
    Select the right offset number on H_SYNC:0000
    Press the SELECT button to apply the changes and go back to the previous menu.
    V_SYNC ADJUST
    V_Sync offset can be adjusted from this menu.
    By using the Left or Right button,
    Select the right offset number on V_SYNC:0000
    Press the SELECT button to apply the changes and go back to the previous menu.
    RETURN
    Press the SELECT button to Return to the main menu.

ATTERN GEN.

PATTERN ON/OFF
Both SDI and HDMI outputs will generate patterns and input video will be disabled.
When GEN-LOCK is enabled, the generated pattern will contain a gen-lock signal.
By using the Left or Right button,
Select PATTERN[ON] to enable pattern generation.
Select PATTERN[OFF] to disable pattern generation.
Select CANCEL(BACK) to go back to the previous menu.
PATTERN TYPE
The converter provides thirteen different patterns.
By using the Left or Right button,
By using the Left or Right button, select the proper pattern type.

RETURN
Press the SELECT button to Return to the main menu.

MISC. CONT AUDIO

AUDIO CONT
Audio can be turned ON or OFF, and AUDIO Sample Rate can be adjusted.

  • AUDIO ON/OFF
    By using the Left or Right button,
    Select AUDIO[ON] to enable AUDIO to be passed through to SDI and HDMI outputs.
    Select AUDIO[OFF] to disable AUDIO.
    Select CANCEL(BACK) to go back to the previous menu.

  • SAMPLE BITS: 16 BITS, 20 BITS, 24 BITS

RETURN
Press the SELECT button to Return to the main menu.

ISC. CONT PAYLOAD

PAYLOAD CONT
Payload ID can be turned ON or OFF can be adjusted.

  • PAYLOAD ON/OFF
    By using the Left or Right button,

  • Select PAYLOAD[ON] to enable Payload ID.

  • Select PAYLOAD[OFF] to disable Payload ID.

  • Select CANCEL(BACK) to go back to the previous menu

RETURN
Press the SELECT button to Return to the main menu.

DISPLAY CONT LCD

LCD CONT
This menu can control the built-in LCD display.

  • LCD BL ON/OFF
    LCD display backlight can be turned ON or OFF from this menu.
    By using the Left or Right button,
    Select LCD[ON] to enable LCD back-light.
    Select LCD[OFF] to disable the LCD backlight.
    Select CANCEL(BACK) to go back to the previous menu.

  • DISPLAY TYPE: DYNAMIC. STATIC
    LCD display type can be adjusted from this menu. Select DYNAMIC to display the current input status of SDI and external references. Select STATIC to display the current external reference input and video output status.

RETURN
Press the SELECT button to Return to the main menu.

DISPLAY-CONT. 2DIV

HD/3G CONT
2 division comparison provides still image and live image for image quality comparison

  • 2DIV CAPTURE
    The converter will capture the left half of the live image. The other half of the screen is the live video.

RETURN
Press the SELECT button to Return to the main menu.

RESET

RESET
The converter setting can default to the factory setting from this menu.

  • RESET RUN
    Select this menu to load the factory default setting.

  • RETURN
    Press the SELECT button to Return to the main menu.

SPECIFICATION

VIDEO
Video Input 3G-SDI / HD-SDI
Resolution/Rate 1080 60p/59.94p/50p/30p/29.97p/ 25p  1080 60i/59.94i/50i 720 60p/59.94p/50p/30p/25p
Color Space 4:2:2 (YCbCr) 10bit
Video Output Gen-locked HD-SDI/3G-SDI Gen-locked HDMI 1.3a
FUNCTION
Gen-lock Control ON/OFF
H Sync & V Sync Adjustment
Audio Control
Audio Bits (16, 20, 24 Bits)
Payload ID: ON/OFF
Pattern Generate Thirteen Patterns
AUDIO INPUT
Audio Input: 16 Channels Embedded SDI Audio
STANDARD
SMPTE: SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 424M
SYNCHRONIZATION
Gen-lock: External Tri-Level Input
PHYSICAL
Control: OSD Button & Text LCD
Operation Temp: 32° F – 104° F
Dimension: 130mm x 75m x 24mm / 5.11” x 2.95” x 0.94”
Weight: 173g / 0.38lbs
Power: 6W at 12VDC (+9 – +15VDC)
*Specifications are subject to change without notice.

CONNECTION

QUESTIONS

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Disposal of Old Appliances

  1. When this crossed-out wheel bin symbol is attached to a product it means the product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC.
  2. All electrical and electronic products should be disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream in accordance with laws designated by the government or the local authorities.
  3. The correct disposal of your old appliance will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health.
  4. For more detailed information about the disposal of your old appliance, please contact your city office, waste disposal service, or the shop where you purchased the product.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful inter reference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

Version 1.0 / April 2020
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