VECOAX COMPACT RF SERIES MODULATOR MANUAL USER MANUAL Pro Video Instruments
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VECOAX COMPACT RF SERIES MODULATOR MANUAL USER MANUAL Pro Video Instruments VECOAX COMPACT RF SERIES MANUAL PRODUCT SPECS & FEATURES Power - 12v/DC (12v/1A) All Major TV Encoder standards build-in. No need to reprogram or flash the unit to a different Format. QAM (J.83B Digital Cable), ATSC (Digital Over the Air Channels), ISDBTb, DVBT, DVB-C, DMBT Set via Color Display Compact Design makes installation easy. Works with most TV brands, including Samsung, Sony, Vizio, LG, and More. Receives on TVs as its own HDTV channel as a FULL HD signal Up to 1080P with Dolby Digital Audio (AC3) Easy Plug and Play Setup with customization options available in the easy to use menu via a Color Display. Can be controlled Via Computer USB port on the unit with a custom application specifically made for the Unit.*(Option May Vary Depending on Model) Works With any HD Video HDMI source.*(720P or 1080P/I Fixed Resolution) Can be mixed with other HDTV signals such as Digital Cable or Over the Air Channels* (depending on Frequencies available for you to use) Modular – Expandable – Reliable - 5 Year Warranty - Affordable VeCOAX Compact RF Series Modulator Manual 1 Pro Video Instruments NOTE: BEFORE INSTALLATION Please test each unit UNMOUNTED ON A TEST BENCH with your Test TV before installing your units to ensure you are receiving the Test Pattern signal. Then Program your unit. If installing Multiple units, make sure each unit has its own frequency it's broadcasting on as well as it’s own Major/Minor. This makes troubleshooting easier. To test your unit, simply connect your TV with a short piece of Coax cable to the RF out of the Unit. No HDMI needs to be connected for this test. Scan for channels on the connected TV. Depending on your supported TV standards, scan for digital channels. After the scan is complete, you can tune to channel 1.1, and the test pattern will be visible. By default, our unit is set to QAM (J.83B Cable) mode. This can be changed by referring to our QUICK GUIDE below. Please refer below for our QUICK GUIDE to setting up your device for your application and needs. NOTE: IF YOUR TV TUNER HAS DIFFICULTY PICKING UP THE CHANNEL PLEASE REFER TO OUR ADVANCED MENU -> MIXER MODE OPTION AS WELL AS ENSURING YOUR TV STANDARD IS SET UP FOR YOUR TV TUNER’S SUPPORTED FORMAT, SUCH AS DIGITAL CABLE OR DIGITAL ATSC. THIS MIXER MODE IS INCLUDED IN SOFTWARE VERSION VECOAX 2.37 AND ABOVE VeCOAX Compact RF Series Modulator Manual 2 Pro Video Instruments FIRST TIME INSTALLING? – Please see our quick setup guide below. INSTALLING MULTIPLE UNITS? – Please see page 13 “Installing Multiple Units”. Each unit MUST have its own frequency and major channel number. QUESTIONS ABOUT THE DIFFERENT STANDARDS? - Check out our explanation of each standard below. Please refer to your TV manual for the supported Tuner Formats such as Digital ATSC or Digital QAM J.83B cable WHAT IS THE ADVANCED MENU? – The Advanced Menu allows adjustments of PSIP and other tweaks such as the Units RF strength. Please look at page 12 for more info. TRYING TO MIX SIGNAL WITH OTHER MODULATORS? – Please ensure you don’t set our unit on the same frequency as your other modulators as well as balancing the RF level. If you broadcast our unit on the same frequency as your other modulators it will cancel each other out or cause unwanted results on your TV image such as two channels split on one screen. Please see Page 13 for more info. MIXING OVER THE AIR ATSC SIGNALS WITH OUR UNIT? – Please see page 14 for more info. NO AUDIO, OR POOR AUDIO? – Please ensure your HDMI source audio is set to Stereo PCM or 2 Channel Audio. This is different for every device. We want to ensure we feed uncompressed 2 channel audio, so the unit does not over compress the audio which can lead to unwanted results over time. The unit will take care of the Dolby Digital audio for you in QAM and ATSC standards. TV WON’T PICK UP THE CHANNEL? – Ensure you are using the correct Standard that is supported for your TV tuner. Refer to your TV spec sheet for this information or the manual. If you have other Modulators or RF signals in your distribution network, refer to pages 13-14. OTHER ISSUES OR CONCERNS? – SEE THE TROUBLESHOOTING AND FAQ SECTIONS. VeCOAX Compact RF Series Modulator Manual 3 Pro Video Instruments QUICK SETUP GUIDE – USA/CANADA 1) It is recommended to test the device first on a test bench for your application before making it a permanent installation to your system so troubleshooting is easier. 2) Connect your included Power adapter into the unit. Once the unit is powered on you will see the main menu. 3) First, Connect a short piece of coax cable to your TV’s RF In and the other end to the unit’s RF Out. 4) On the unit press the Enter button to enter the settings menu. 5) Set your TV Standard that you need to use. If you are unsure, most newer TVs 3 years and above accept both ATSC (over the air channel) and QAM (J.83B Digital Cable). 6) By default, the unit is set to QAM (J.83B) Mode with a Frequency of 783.000 MHz which is physical channel 122. The TV will pick up the channel on Cable and display our PVI logo when no HDMI is connected. 7) Use the Major and Minor channels on the unit’s settings to change the channel number that is displayed and stored on your TV. By default, the unit is set to output on channel 1.1: Major 1, Minor 1. 8) Auto Scan for Channels on your TV. If needed, use the scan type that corresponds to the Standard you set on the unit. (Cable or Digital Cable = J83B, Air or Antenna = ATSC, etc.) 9) Once the scan is complete, tune to the Channel found on your TV. You should see a PVI test pattern screen. 10) Connect your HDMI source cable. Please ensure that your HDMI source such as a DVD player or DirecTV STB is set to a Fixed Resolution of 1080P or 720P. 11) Once you have inserted a valid HDMI Video Signal into the HDMI port, the On-air LED on the front will stay steady lit. 12) You should now see the video playing on your Channel. 13) If you wish to change the name of the channel that is displayed, you may do so under the Short name settings of the unit. 4-6 Characters max is allowed depending on your TV. 14) More detailed information can be found under Parameters and Adjustments if additional customization is required. NOTE: If the above is not working, please check all connections, Units Settings, Correct TV Standard is set for your TV, and ensure your video source is working or Set to a Correct Fixed Resolution. You could also try with another TV with no HDMI connected to ensure you are getting a signal, or reset the VeCoax unit by holding the ESCAPE button for until it prompts you to factory reset the unit. Press enter to reset the unit’s settings to default. This may also be done in the Advanced Menu of the unit called “RESET.” If the “ON-AIR,” LED does not stay steady, please ensure your HDMI source is set to a fixed resolution of 1080P or 720P and connected directly to the Unit. If you are using a Splitter, some splitters don’t support EDID pass-through (Extended Display Identification Data used to tell the source or TV what video resolution is supported) VeCOAX Compact RF Series Modulator Manual 4 Pro Video Instruments PARAMETERS & CUSTOMIZATIONS Each unit is ready to work plug and play by default. After connecting the unit using our Quick guide above you may customize the settings, such as Frequency, Major and Minor channel numbers, Short name, or TV standard. If you are installing Multiple Units Please see page 13 “Installing Multiple Units” Each unit MUST have its own frequency and major channel number. Please ensure you don’t set our unit on the same frequency as your other modulators as well as balancing the RF level. If you broadcast our unit on the same frequency as your other modulators it will cancel each other out or cause unwanted results on your TV image such as two channels split on one screen. Please see Page 14 for more information. VeCOAX Compact RF Series Modulator Manual 5 Pro Video Instruments QAM (J.83B DIGITAL CABLE) • SOURCE – Set your Video Source HDMI, CVBS, or SDI depending on your model • STANDARD – Set your TV standard depending on your needs, location, and support format of your TV. • FREQ – Set your Frequency using our QAM Frequency chart starting on page 22. TVs will scan for the Frequency, then store the channel as the Major/Minor channel number you have set on the Unit. • VID QUALITY – Set the Latency Mode of your Video. • MOD – Modulation Mode you wish to use. QAM64 is the default and works with 99% of TVs QAM256 is used in applications that require it such as with other coax systems that use QAM256 or only support QAM256 mode These are the Defaults and Good • MAJOR CHANNEL – This is the Major channel starting point for PLUG N PLAY number that will be displayed and stored in the TV’s setup. Virtual Channel Table (VCT). (For example, for channel “10.1”, “10” is the Major channel number.) If you have more than one unit • please ensure you change the MINOR CHANNEL – This is the Major channel FREQUENCY, MAJOR/MINOR, and number that will be displayed and stored in the TV’s SHORT NAME so they don’t Virtual Channel Table (VCT).