DataVideo DAC-15 video capture board
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1. cabinet ventilation slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in risk of fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into this unit Except as specifically explained elsewhere in this manual do not attempt to service this product yourself Opening or removing covers that are marked Do Not Remove may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks and will void your warranty Refer all service issues to qualified service personnel Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer to qualified service personnel under the following conditions When the power cord is damaged or frayed When liquid has spilled into the unit When the product has been exposed to rain or water When the product does not operate normally under normal operating conditions Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions in this manual improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage to the unit and may often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the unit to normal operation When the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance indicating a need for service Warranty Datavideo warrants that the equipment it manufactures shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 12 months from the date of product purchased If equipment fails due2. to such defects Datavideo will at its option repair or provide a replacement for the defective part or product Equipment that fails after the warranty period has been operated or installed in a manner other than that specified by Datavideo or has been subjected to abuse or modification will be repaired for time and material charges at the Buyer s expense This warranty does not affect your statutory rights within the Country of purchase For EU Customers only WEEE Marking This symbol on the product indicates that it will not be treated as household waste It must be handed over to the applicable take back scheme for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment For more detailed information about the recycling of this product please contact your local Datavideo office What is in the Package 1 X DAC 15 Unit 1 X User Guide this document 1 X Power Supply 12V 3 0A 2 X S Video Y C Plug to Plug Cable 1 2m 1 X BNC Plug to Plug Cable 1 2m 2 X DV Cable 6 Pin to 6 Pin 2m 1 X RS 422 Cable 1 2m Key Features Supports both NTSC 525 lines 60Hz and PAL 625 lines 50Hz standard video format Supports DV Y C Composite Component input and output Provides 2 X 6 pin FireWire iLink ports Support NTSC 4 1 1 or PAL 4 2 0 OIRE or7 5 IRE selectable Builtin Comb filter Built in video and audio level adjustments Auto detects video input sources AUDIO LOCK functions RS422 socket fo
3. www datavideo tek com for answers to common questions support requests or contact your local office below Datavideo Corporation USA 12300 U East Washington Blvd Whittier CA 90606 USA Tel 1 562 696 2324 contactus datavideo us www datavideo us Datavideo Technologies Europe BV Californiedreef 26 3565 BL Utrecht The Netherlands Tel 31 30 261 9656 info datavideo nl www datavideo info Datavideo UK Limited Unit 2 Waterside Business Park Hadfield Glossop Derbyshire SK13 1BE UK Tel 44 1457 851000 sales datavideo co uk www datavideo info Datavideo Technologies Co Ltd 10F 176 Jian Yi Rd Chung Ho City Taipei Hsien Taiwan 235 Tel 886 2 8227 2888 service datavideo com tw www datavideo com tw Datavideo Technologies China Co 2F D 2 Lane 777 West Guangzhong Rd Zhabei District Shanghai China Tel 86 21 5603 6599 service datavideo cn www datavideo cn Datavideo Technologies S PTE Ltd No 100 Lorong 23 Geylang 01 03 D Centennial Bldg Singapore 388398 Tel 65 6749 6866 info datavideo sg www datavideo info Datavideo Hong Kong Limited G F 26 Cross Lane Wanchai HK Tel 852 2833 1981 info datavideohk com www datavideohk com All the trademarks are the properties of their respective owners Datavideo Technologies Co Ltd All rights reserved 2006 P N 082060386E1 14
4. 3 TO DAC 15 DV NLE System DV Camcorder DV Deck to Betacam Deck MONITOR DV NLE SYSTEM DV CAMCORDER BETACAM DECK oe COMPONENT VIDEO OUT FROM DAC 15 TO BETACAM DECK COMPOSITE OUT TO MONITOR BALANCED AUDIO OUT FROM a SI E x BAC 03 TO e u G E uk o BETACAM DECK EN ex DOW D SS La Leg vin on ek Ye xa S C me gn POWER Ze 0 0 MG N ON E OF WW ORO s Lie N V R Y gr CB panes 2 i e UNBALANCED AUDIO OUT FROM DAC 15 TO BAC 03 For details of the optional BAC 03 bi directional Balanced to Un balanced Audio Converter see accessories on page 13 10 DV NLE System with Analog VCR S VHS or VHS ANALOGUE VCR DV NLE SYSTEM Ka Ge moog o BURST em mm LL AL m BR MADE IN TAIWAN ER S 2 ee Greg fa S Y C INPUT One e El ee ege D O O ch Te Sam Cok airs R ng be Belger ZS Audio and Video In amp Out from the DAC 15 via Composite or S Video Y C if available on the VCR plus Left amp Right audio connections Setting Up Step 1 Select the desired mode by setting the dip switches Reboot the DAC 15 after changing the dip switches Step 2 Install the equipment as shown in installation diagrams Step 3 Ensure that all equipment is turned on Step 4 Select the video source If the video source is analog select the desired audio sampling rate 12 Bit or 16 Bit Step 5 Playback the source video Step 6 If
5. RIGHTNESS SH BEE Zi Laf 12 BIT A i Front Panel Input Select Buttons The selected Input will be illuminated red Select between DV Input via IEEE1394 Port YUV Component Input S Video Y C Input or Composite Video CV Input See below for Audio Encode Buttons Audio Encode Buttons Analog Audio can be encoded as 12 Bit 32 KHz or 16 Bit 48 KHz 12 Bit 32 KHz is recommended for most DV Decks Camcorders 16 Bit 48 KHz is recommended for DVD and NLE DV Capture N B The 16 Bit Button has a secondary function it can be used to set the DAC 15 to generate a Color Bar Output Set the DAC 15 to DV Input and press the 16 Bit button a Color Bar Output will be generated in YUV S Video Y C and Composite Video To return to normal output press the 16 Bit button again AUDIO INPUT Video Color Correction Adjustment Push on the knob to select the parameter Color Contrast Brightness or Tint NTSC only that you want to adjust repeated pushes will toggle through the options Turn the button clockwise to increase the value or anti clockwise to decrease the value you will see the settings displayed on the LED display above Note Press on the knob and hold for three seconds to reset all adjustments back to default unity Audio Level Adjustments The Audio Level Adjustments allow you to independently adjust the audio level of both the left and right channels The Audio Input Leve
6. Sei Zei Component YUV Video Input commonly used with Betacam DVC Pro E Lef some DVD Players V R Y U B Y Component Video Output Component YUV output for connecting to Betacam decks etc v R Y mm Black Burst Output Can be used as a video reference source when synchronising other devices to the DAC 15 Power Switch Switches the DAC 15 on off DC In Connect the power supply to the DC In there is a locking collar on the power supply lead which screws onto the socket to ensure a positive connection It is also possible to power the DAC 15 from a suitable 12V Battery Pack but please ensure that the power is regulated RS 422A Sony protocol VTR Control interface 9 pin serial port AV C RS422 command conversion function Converts DV device control signals to RS 422 to control an external VTR Grounding Terminal When connecting this unit to any other component make sure that it is properly grounded by connecting this terminal to an appropriate point When connecting use the socket and be sure to use wire with a cross sectional area of at least 1 0 mm2 SMART DV A patent pending feature that allows monitoring of the video during a DV to DV capture Enabling SMART DV makes the converter transparent to the NLE while still transcoding the live DV stream into analogue video This enables you to monitor a live digital video feed from a DV camcorder or DV deck during capture without any conflict It means a huge
7. V 1 5A AC Adaptor included 32 130 F O 55 Less than 90 210 W x 240 D x 88 H mm without rubber feet 8 3 W x 9 45 D x 3 5 H without rubber feet 1 8 Kg 4 0lbs BNC S Video DV RS 422 cables included Accessories There are a number of additional Datavideo products that are ideal for use with the DAC 15 Full details of these products are available from your local Datavideo office or from the Datavideo website www datavideo tek com AUDIO VIDEO DISTRIBUTION AMPLIFIER VP 299 INPUT OK Ke The Datavideo BAC 03 is a Bi Directional Balanced to Un Balanced Audio Converter It features RCA Phono Connectors for un balanced audio and twin XLR sockets for balanced audio The BAC 03 is a stand alone unit and converts in either direction in real time If you want to feed several live monitors from the DAC 15 the Datavideo VP 299 is an extremely economic option It will allow up to 4 monitors to be connected S Video and or Composite Video The Datavideo PPT 100 software package enables you to output a DV video stream from a laptop PC You can run PowerPoint Presentations out through the laptops DV IEEE 1394 port via a DAC 15 and feed the projector with YUV S Video Y C or Composite 13 Service and Support It is our goal to make your products ownership a satisfying experience Our supporting staff is available to assist you in setting up and operating your system Please refer to our web site
8. dataviclec DAC 1 5 i Directiona iina Converter COLOR CORRECTION 3 2 WI 2 3 4 UNITy tT e COLOR ANALOG INPUT PUSH TO SELEC MODE MAx LEFT RIGHT ed 3771 CALIBRATION User Guide i E http www datavideo tek com nttp WWW dGatavideo teK com Rev 180506 Contents Warnings and Precautions 3 Warranty 2 nnn nn nnn nnn nnn nnn nn nnn nnn nn nn nn nn nnn enna nn nnnnananananannnnananacanenenman 4 What is in the package 4 Key Features een 4 Introduction EE 9 FUNCHIONS 9 Front Panel 9 Rear Panel H Dip Switch Settings EE 9 Installation neen 10 Setting Up EE 11 Specifications EEN 12 Optional ACC SSOS ICS EEN 13 Service and Support EE 14 A Warnings and Precautions 1 2 3 O1 9 10 11 12 a9 5 D Read all of these warnings and save them for later reference Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this unit Unplug this unit from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid
9. l LEDs show the audio input level the level should be adjusted so that the LEDs up to OdB are illuminated and 4 8 only light up when loud noises occur Audio Input Level LEDs The Audio Input Level LEDs show the audio input levels from the Incoming source Rear Panel MODE 1 BLACK SELECT Lei Chia Be A Jet faa i Km h 5 N Wea Vi os 7 Maye Me wn mn Ge 4 Q PA ve L e e A ny L VIDEO__ S Y C INPUT d a A f Son jb Le bet e a SCH CN CH ei EN amp as l fa am V R Y U B Y Ke DV IN OUT Ports 2 x DV I O Ports for connecting to DV Camcorders Decks NLE systems with IEEE1394 iLink FireWire Dip Switches Mode Select The DAC 15 can be set to various modes using the Dip Switches Note Reboot the DAC 15 if you have changed a DIP Switch Dip Switch 1 OFF NTSC ON PAL output 2 OFF 0 IRE ON 7 5IRE input output 3 ON Unlocked Audio Default OFF Locked Audio 4 ON 5 ON MAC OS A ON SOEE Windows XP ME Default 4and5 AOEE SON SMART DN See Note Below 4 OFF 5 OFF Camera Mode 6 Factory Default OFF DO NOT CHANGE Composite and S Video Y C IN OUT unbalanced Audio IN OUT Composite and S Video inputs and Outputs and stereo audio inputs and outputs for connecting analog video devices monitors to the DAC 15 Both Composite and S Video can be connected without any conflict Component Video Input Mat Geh
10. needed calibrate the playback video and audio output levels Step 7 To generate an analog color bar output under the DV mode press and hold the 16 BIT key The Color Bar will output from YUV S Y C and Composite video sockets at the same time Press on the 16 BIT key again to return to normal operation 11 Specification INPUTS Composite Video Sources S VHS Video Source Component YUV Video DV iLink Source OUTPUTS Composite Video Source S VHS Video Source Component YUV Video Black Burst Video Video Frequency Response DV input Differential Gain Differential Phase Video S N Ratio Decoder DV In Encoder A V In Audio Sampling Rate Audio Level Audio THD SPECIFICATION 1 0 Vp p 75 ohm BNC connector Y C in 4 pin 75 ohm DIN connector Betacam standard Y R Y B Y 75 ohm BNC connectors Data Transfer Rate 25Mbps PAL 4 2 0 NTSC 4 1 1 1 0 Vp p 75 ohm BNC connector Y C out 4 pin 75 ohm DIN connector Betacam standard Y R Y B Y 75 ohm BNC connectors 75 ohm BNC connector 5 0 MHz 3 dB 3 lt 3 gt 50 dB gt 48 dB 12 bit 32KHz and 16bit 48KHz optional Unity 1 0dB lt 0 5 Audio FrequencyResponse 20 20KHz 3dB Audio S N Ratio GENERAL RS 422 Control Power Input Ambient Temperature Ambient Humidity Dimensions Weight Accessories gt 65dB D SUB 9 pin female RS 422A interface supports IEEE1394 AV C commands to RS422A commands conversion DC 12
11. or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning Do not use this unit in or near water Do not place this unit on an unstable cart stand or table The unit may fall causing serious damage Slots and openings on the cabinet top back and bottom are provided for ventilation To ensure safe and reliable operation of this unit and to protect it from overheating do not block or cover these openings Do not place this unit on a bed sofa rug or similar surface as the ventilation openings on the bottom of the cabinet will be blocked This unit should never be placed near or over a heat register or radiator This unit should not be placed in a built in installation unless proper ventilation is provided This product should only be operated from the type of power source indicated on the marking label of the AC adapter If you are not sure of the type of power available consult your Datavideo dealer or your local power company Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord Do not locate this unit where the power cord will be walked on rolled over or otherwise stressed If an extension cord must be used with this unit make sure that the total of the ampere ratings on the products plugged into the extension cord do not exceed the extension cord s rating Make sure that the total amperes of all the units that are plugged into a single wall outlet do not exceed 15 amperes Never push objects of any kind into this unit through the
12. r deck control from DV NLE system Sony control protocol and time code encoding for DV data stream Supports 32KHz and 48KHz DV audio encoding Compatible with DV iLink Digital 8 Video 8 Hi8 VHS S VHS VHS C and S VHS C format Supports Windows ME XP amp MAC Compatible with all major NLE software such as AVID Xpress DV Final Cut Pro ADOBE PREMIERE ULEAD Pinnacle CANOPUS etc Smart DV Patent Pending allows monitoring of the video during DV to DV Capture 4 Introduction The Datavideo DAC 15 is a bi directional digital to analog A V converter It has many advanced features including RS 422 player control via DV NLE systems The DAC 15 has a built in video processor with Color Contrast Brightness and Tint Tint NTSC only adjustments Another useful feature is SMART DV which will allow the DAC 15 and a second DV device to be connected to an NLE system simultaneously Functions The DAC 15 can convert an analog video signal Composite S Video Y C or Component and an unbalanced stereo audio signal to a DV signal or vice versa The built in video processor enables you to fine tune the video input to get the best possible picture quality You can also set the audio levels for optimum performance Ba ARIAL 4 mi FAIDESTICVAT p my AVI OTLCD TE ET DV ANALOG BI DIRECTIONAL CON VERTER AUDIO INPUT e emm IN DET Cc a gal e ef S i a AR o s Q OR me E A n ASI s o ge B
13. saving of time for all video editors working with DV tape Dip Switch Settings The DAC 15 has dip switches 4 and 5 that control the clocking frequency when it is converting video if the dip switches are not configured for your operating system or type of device a loss in video can occur Please refer to dip switch chart below and make sure that your DAC 10 is setup correctly NTSC System USA MAC OS ON bel OFF down NTSC System USA Windows XP and Windows ME ON bel CFF clown PAL System EU MAC OS OM up OFF down PAL System EU Windows XP and Windows ME ON up OFF dawn NTSC System USA Smart DV on ON up OFF down NTSC System USA Camera ON buet OFF down PAL System EU Smart DV on ON up OFF own PAL System EU Camera OM up OFF Iewen Installation There are many possible combinations of equipment that can be used with the DAC 15 Here are a few examples of typical set ups Betacam Deck to DV NLE System with Device Control MONITOR BETACAM DECK DV NLE SYSTEM COMPONENT VIDEO OUT COMPOSITE OUT TO MONITOR DV I O TO NLE 5 SYSTEM 82h KC K BREE our ei MADEIN AIWAN 2 BALANCED Le 9 3 Geh ei Gei sei ar AUDIO OUT FROM ka gt D Ar a cm BETACAM DECK Vi OSN eee POWER eeng RS TO BAC 03 is C GER eg N Re Lef eA THOLL O AN ZEN v R Y U B Y Y ET ke 7 J Ke d Im A UNBALANCED AUDIO OUT FROM BAC 0
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