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HDP3 Mini-Converter   v1.0r1 8 

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Frame Rates

When the HDP3 is manually configured for a particular output frame rate, the 

output will run in lock-step with the video input. For best results, (without 

any added or dropped frames), select an output frame rate that matches the 

incoming video frame rate.

Block Diagram

Figure 2.  HDP3 Converter, Simplified Block Diagram

DVI-D Output

3G/SD/HD-SDI

 Input

3G/SD/HD-SDI

Output

2-Channel

Analog Audio

Output

USB Port

(connect to PC or Mac)

For configuring and

updating

SDI Receiver

SDI Transmitter

Processor

Video Scaler

and 

Framebuffer

Audio

Disembedder

Audio

D/A

DVI

Transmitter

I/O Connections

Figure 3.  HDP3 Mini-Converter

DC Power 

Input

DVI

Output 

Connector

3G-SDI 

Output BNC

Unbalanced 

Analog Audio 

Outputs 

(2 RCA Jacks)

USB Port

Lock LED

3G-SDI 

Input BNC

NOTE:  The LOCK LED indicates valid input video by color. Off is no signal, green is SD 

video, red is HD video, amber is 3G video.

Summary of Contents for HDP3

Page 1: ...HDP3 Mini Converter 3G HD SD SDI to DVI D Version 1 0r1 Published May 2 2018 Installation and Operation Guide...

Page 2: ...2Digital are trademarks of AJA Video Systems Inc All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners Copyright Copyright 2018 AJA Video Systems Inc All rights reserved All information in...

Page 3: ...l Locking 7 Frame Add Drop 7 Motion Tearing 7 Frame Rates 8 Block Diagram 8 I O Connections 8 User Controls 9 Mini Config Control 9 Installation 9 Chapter 2 Operation 10 USB Control and Setup Using AJ...

Page 4: ...for general monitoring perfect for use in applications such as General post production reference monitoring Client monitoring Presentation Projection Corporate displays Kiosk applications and more De...

Page 5: ...me Locking Auto Use this mode to ensure greatest compatibility with other monitors The HDP3 will use standardized output timing for most monitors If the attached monitor such as an HP DreamColor is re...

Page 6: ...oing so enhanced timing signals will be generated that will be locked to the incoming video NOTE Some monitors may not be able to handle some of these enhanced timing modes For best results refer to t...

Page 7: ...ses a letterboxed or pillarboxed image can be expected Vertical Locking Depending on the input frame rate and the capabilities of the monitor in use the HDP3 will provide a vertically locked signal to...

Page 8: ...agram DVI D Output 3G SD HD SDI Input 3G SD HD SDI Output 2 Channel Analog Audio Output USB Port connect to PC or Mac For configuring and updating SDI Receiver SDI Transmitter Processor Video Scaler a...

Page 9: ...wer cycles Installation Typically HDP3 installation consists of the following steps 1 Ensure the converter is disconnected from power 2 Connect video equipment to the converter BNC and DVI connectors...

Page 10: ...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...

Page 11: ...Config application already exists on the PC a different Setup Wizard appears Figure 5 Mini Config Setup Wizard Reinstallation With this screen you can Repair reinstall or Remove uninstall Mini Config...

Page 12: ...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 applicati...

Page 13: ...current state Colored text next to the connectors indicates the signal type and what the Mini Converter is doing Blue text indicates the values automatically selected Black text indicates values that...

Page 14: ...atus 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 cur...

Page 15: ...Color Space Selects the Video Format Choose from Auto the HDP3 automatically select the format based on the capabilities indicated by the attached monitor 4 2 2 YCbCr 4 4 4 RGB 4 4 4 YCbCr Deep Color...

Page 16: ...00 WUXGA monitor Scale The HDP3 scales for the attached monitor SD Format Controls how an SD picture appears on an HD monitor Choose from Normal standard picture aspect ratio Anamorphic Standard Raste...

Page 17: ...P3 automatically select the audio channels based on the attached device s capabilities 2 Channel 8 Channel embedded audio NOTE When in 2 channel mode the audio pair selected will be the same as descri...

Page 18: ...in the Update screen refer only to the firmware Installed This field shows the version of the firmware currently installed inside the Mini Converter Desired This field shows the version of firmware e...

Page 19: ...ur 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 i...

Page 20: ...r pixel RGB or YUV Automatically adapts to popular LCD DLP Plasma monitors and projectors up to 1920 x 1200 and 1080p High quality scaling engine for proper display of 4 3 or 16 9 content even better...

Page 21: ...21 www aja com 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 Altitud...

Page 22: ...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 Statemen...

Page 23: ...e measures Achtung Dieses ist ein Ger t der Funkst rgrenzwertklasse A In Wohnbereichen k nnen bei Betrieb dieses Ger tes Rundfunkst rungen auftreten in welchen F llen der Benutzer f r entsprechende Ge...

Page 24: ...tandards 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 Comp...

Page 25: ...tall in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Avertissement Ne bloquez aucune ouverture de ventilation Suivez les instructions du fabricant lors de l installation Warnung Die L ftungs ffnung...

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Page 27: ...primido particularmente nas fichas em tomadas de parede de conveni ncia e no ponto de onde sai do dispositivo Avviso Proteggere il cavo di alimentazione in modo che nessuno ci cammini sopra e che non...

Page 28: ...tra danificado a quando foi derramado l quido ou ca ram objectos sobre o dispositivo quando o dispositivo foi exposto chuva ou humidade quando n o funciona normalmente ou quando foi deixado cair Avvis...

Page 29: ...os cabos CA de alimenta o brick da rede el trica ao mover a unidade Avvertenza Scollegare il cavo dell alimentatore quando si sposta l unit Warning Only use attachments and accessories specified and o...

Page 30: ...proper 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...

Page 31: ...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 You...

Page 32: ...reen 19 Installation 9 I O Connection 8 M Mini Config Installation on Mac 11 Installation on PC 10 Operation 13 Screen Description 14 Startup on Mac 12 Startup on PC 12 Mini Config Screen Info Tab Scr...

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