FCC Notice
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 equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of 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.
PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS OWNERS MANUAL AND THOSE MARKED ON THE UNIT, RETAIN THIS
BOOKLET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
This set has been designed and manufactured to assure personal safety.
Improper use can result in electric shock or fire hazard. The safeguards incorporated in this unit will protect you if you observe the following
procedures for installation, use and servicing. This unit is fully transistorized and does not contain any parts that can be repaired by the user.
DO NOT REMOVE THE CABINET COVER, OR YOU MAY BE EXPOSED TO DANGEROUS VOLTAGE AND VOID PRODUCT WARRANTY, REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY.
Important Safety Instructions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. 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.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit
from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
13. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus 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 apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed
to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
Product Overview:
The SD10DAC standard definition SDI to Analog Video Encoder is a broadcast quality
converter designed to demanding quality specifications utilizing the finest components
available. The SD10DAC is useful for video monitoring, dubbing and desktop video
applications.
The SD10DAC accepts 10 bit SDI (SMPTE 259M-C) video supporting NTSC/PAL video
standards by automatically detecting the format of the SDI stream input format and
outputs 10 bit analog video in YPbPr, Betacam, SMPTE, RGB, Y/C or Composite video
according to user selection.
The SD10DAC includes an LED indicating the presence of a locked SDI signal. The
equalizer is optimized for 270 Mb/sec with excellent return loss (>15dB). The deserializer
converts 525 or 625 SDI (SMPTE 259M-C) with EDH (Error detection and handling),
NRZI-to-NRZ decoding and descrambling.
The video encoder features high quality 10 bit DAC’s with super sub-alias filters with
extended luminance frequency response providing studio quality video playback in
PAL or NTSC with or without pedestal.
Features:
• 10 Bit end to end processing
• 4 - 10 bit Video encoding DAC’s
• Low Band-Pass video reconstruction filters
• Automatic detection and switching to NTSC or PAL
• User Selectable output to YPbPr, Betacam, SMPTE, RGB or simultaneous CVBS and Y/C
• NTSC Pedestal (0 or 7.5 IRE)
• SDI Signal present LED indicator
• Color Bar test signal (SDI signal must be present)
• 4 position dip switch for user selectable settings
• Rugged Aluminum and Steel enclosure
• 5 VDC (110-240 50/60 Hz) Locking Power Supply
The Product includes:
• 1 each - SD10DAC Video Encoder
• 1 e - 5 VDC Power Supply with Locking Connector
• 2 each - Velcro Strips for easy mounting
• 2 each - 4-40 standard rack mounting screws
• User Guide
Technical Support:
To Contact the PYRO AV product support team call: 562-926-4338
Support via the Web: www.pyroav.com/support/
You can find product F.A.Q.’s documents, helpful hints, etc. on our product support pages.
When calling for support, please have all product information and serial numbers available so we can ensure your
product has been registered.
Limited Warranty:
PYRO AV warrants that this product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of five years
from the date of purchase. If a product proves to be defective during this warranty period, PYRO AV, 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.
In order to obtain service under this warranty, you the Customer, must notify PYRO AV of the defect before the
expiration of the warranty period and make suitable arrangements for the performance of service. The Customer
shall be responsible for packing and shipping the defective product to a service center designated by PYRO AV, with
shipping charges prepaid. PYRO AV shall pay for the return of the product to the Customer via ground postal or UPS
shipping if the shipment is to a location located in the same country as the service center. Customer shall be
responsible for paying all shipping charges, insurance, duties, taxes and any other charges for products returned to
any other country.
This warranty shall not apply to any defect, failure or damage caused by improper use or improper or inadequate
maintenance and care. PYRO AV shall not be obligated to furnish service under this warranty; a.) to repair damage
resulting from attempts by personnel other than PYRO AV representatives to install, repair or service the product, b.) to
repair damage resulting from improper use or connection to incompatible equipment, c.) to repair any damage or
malfunction caused by the use of non-PYRO AV parts or supplies, or d.) to service a product that has been opened,
modified or integrated with other products when the effect of such a modification or integration increases the time or
difficulty of servicing the product.
THIS WARRANTY IS GIVEN BY PYRO AV IN LIEU OF OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. PYRO AV AND ITS
SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. PYRO
AV’S RESPONSIBILITY TO REPAIR OR REPLACE DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS IS THE WHOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY PROVIDED
TO THE CUSTOMER FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IRRESPECTIVE OF
WHATEVER PYRO AV OR THER VENDOR HAS ADVANCE NOTICE OF THE POSSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
Trademarks:
PYRO AV, PYRO, TV Elite and ADS Tech are trademarks of ADS Technologies, inc. All other trademarks are the property
of their respective holders.
Copyright
Copyright © 2007 ADS Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved. All information in this user guide is subject to change
without notice. No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form, by any means, electronic or
mechanical including photocopying or recording, without the express written permission of PYRO AV – ADS Technolo-
gies, inc.
Connections and Configuration:
3 BNC output
connectors – user
configured for
Composite, Y/C or
Component video
SDI Input
BNC
+ 5VDC
Locking
Power
Connector
Installation Instructions:
1. Configure dip switches to match your equipment configuration (see below).
2. Note: If dip switch settings are changed – power must be reset for changes
to take effect.
3. Connect video equipment to the BNC connectors on the SD10DAC.
4. Connect the power connector with screw on locking connector to device
and power source.
5. If a valid SDI signal is present the LED will illuminate.
User Configured Controls:
The output selections are controlled through a 4 position dip switch accessed from the
rear of the SD10DAC enclosure. Use the dip switches to select composite, S-Video
(Y/C), Component (YPbPr), RGB, Pedestal and Test mode.
Note: Power must be reset after any dip switch position is changed to reinitialize the
SD10DAC with the new settings.