R
HDTV UPCONVERTER
INSTRUCTIONS
BC-D2300U
BC-D2300U HDTV UP CONVERTER
POWER STATUS
LOCAL REMOTE
INPUT
SYNC
ENTER
ESC
MENU
Thank you for purchasing this JVC product. Before operating
this unit, please read the instructions carefully to ensure the
best possible performance.
This instruction book is made from
100% recycled paper.
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Serial No. which is located on the top cover.
Retain this information for future reference.
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Model No.
Serial No.
BC-D2300U
VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED
is a registered trademark owned by VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD.
is a registered trademark in Japan, the U.S.A., the U.K. and many other countries.
2001 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED
Printed in Japan
SS961574-002
SS961574-002
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HANDLING
CONTENTS
Major features.................................................................. 4
Notes on settings and use ............................................. 4
Handling precautions ..................................................... 4
Installation in a rack........................................................ 4
CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND
CONNECTORS
PRECAUTIONS
● Avoid using this unit in places subject to the following conditions:
– direct sunlight
– high humidity and dust
– vibrations
– extreme heat
Controls, indicators and connectors
Front panel
Front panel ..................................................................... 5
Rear panel...................................................................... 6
These conditions can cause problems and may damage the unit.
● Influence of strong electric waves and magnetism
Noise may appear on the screen when used in places close to a
transmission antenna, or in places near transformers and motors
where strong magnetism can occur.
● This equipment is meant for use exclusively in commercial and
industrial applications. If used at home, it may cause
interference with radio and television reception.
● To save electricity, shut off the power when the unit is not in use.
● Use the supplied power cable for this unit.
● Do not place heavy objects such as a television monitor on top of
the unit. Doing so could cause damage or adversely affect
performance.
● Do not put any foreign objects into the unit.
● Do not disassemble the unit or try to modify it.
● Do not block the ventilation openings.
● Change the cooling fan about three years after installation of the
unit.
● When cleaning the cabinet, wipe it with soft cloth. Do not use
benzene or thinner as these may deform or discolor the cabinet
surface. To remove excessive dirt, clean the unit with a mild
detergent diluted with water, then wipe it with dry cloth.
● Do not use the unit in an environment exposed to gases
Menu settings
1
2
3
4
5
7
8
9
Setting the menu ............................................................ 7
Sub menu ....................................................................... 7
Storing menu settings in memory of this unit ................. 8
Recalling stored menu settings or factory default
settings ........................................................................... 8
Entering characters ........................................................ 9
Menu contents.............................................................. 10
BC-D2300U HDTV UP CONVERTER
POWER STATUS
LOCAL REMOTE
INPUT
SYNC
ENTER
ESC
MENU
Others
Error output .................................................................. 16
Rear panel connectors ................................................. 18
Installing the power cable hook .................................... 18
Specifications ............................................................... 19
Supplement .................................................................. 21
10
6
1
2
[POWER] indicator
6
[+/–] button
Press this button to change the set value for a menu
item in the menu setting mode.
Optional software
Lights green when power is supplied to this unit.
For optional software, consult your JVC dealer. Using
it without formal procedures is illegal.
[STATUS] indicator
ᮡ
ᮢ
] button
Normally lights green. Lights orange in the menu setting
mode, when the set value is changed or the set data is
transmitted to this unit. When the transmission is
complete, this indicator lights green again. When errors
occur in hardware, etc., this indicator lights red.
7 [
/
Press this button to select the menu item in the menu
setting mode.
MAJOR FEATURES
Ⅲ This unit converts SMPTE259M-standard SD digital serial signal
input to the SMPTE292M-standard (1080I or 720P) HD digital
serial signal for output.
Ⅲ Conversion modes are provided for input NTSC video signals
with an aspect ratio of 4:3 (standard), in the letter box format or
squeezed.
Ⅲ The delay time for video conversion is added to the embedded
audio to synchronize audio and video for output.
Ⅲ Input signal can be cropped (in the 4:3 mode, independently for
the left and right sides)
Ⅲ Background color can be set with hue, saturation and lightness.
Ⅲ It is possible to set or show the model name (up to 10
characters).
Ⅲ Each function can be set on the front panel with the LCD. The
unit can also be remote-controlled via the 9-pin connector on the
rear panel (RS-485 or RS-232C).
Ⅲ Menu settings can be saved in memory and loaded from
memory.
Four independent memories are provided to store menu settings.
Stored menu settings can be recalled as required.
Ⅲ Compact design allows this unit to be installed in a 1U EIA rack.
Ⅲ Color bar output possible.
8
[ENTER/MENU] button
● In the normal display mode, press this button to
engage the menu setting mode.
● In the menu setting mode, press this button to enter
the set value for the following menu items. (? is
shown.)
generated by chemicals or organic solvents.
3
4
5
[INPUT] indicator
Normally lights green. When no signal is input, this
indicator lights orange. If there is an error in the input
signals, this indicator lights red.
INSTALLATION IN A
RACK
This unit can be installed in EIA standard rack. Ensure
sufficient rack strength by attaching L-metal supports on
both sides of the rack on which you will place the unit.
Output Mode item
Output item
Profile Save item
Profile Load item
[SYNC] indicator
Normally lights green. If a sync system-related error
occurs, this indicator lights red.
● For details on error indicators, see page 17.
● Use to enter the sub menu. ([ENTER] is shown.)
Display
9
0
[ESC] button
● When power is applied, the input/output or screen
display mode is shown. (Normal display mode)
In the menu setting mode, press this button to restore
the normal display mode.
1. Detach the four feet on the base of the unit.
2. Install the supplied rack mount brackets on both sides of
front panel using the four supplied screws (M4).
Model name:
Memorandum:
● To use the menu setting, refer to pages 7 to 9.
The model name can be set with the
menu (up to 10 characters). In the
remote mode, the remote ID number
(1 – 31) is shown following the model
name.
3. Set this unit on the rack, and fix the rack mount brackets
onto the rack using the four supplied screws (M5).
[LOCAL/REMOTE] switch
Use to select LOCAL or REMOTE to operate this unit.
LOCAL : Set to this position to operate this unit with
the operation buttons on this unit.
(e.g.) BC-D2300 ID: ⅪⅪ
Ⅲ External reference sync signal input connector
Ⅲ Three video/audio output connectors
Ⅲ Enhancer (contour correction), motion sensitivity, background
color, screen horizontal/vertical position and system phase can
be adjusted.
Ⅲ Error indication and alarm signal output function
Ⅲ Color correction function (option)
Ⅲ Variable enhancer (option)
REMOTE : Set to this position to remote-control this unit
via the [REMOTE IN] connector or [ALARM]
connector on the rear panel. Also, set to this
position to lock the front panel’s operation
buttons.
2. Rack mount
bracket
BC – D 2 3 0 0
[
D 1 | 1 0 8 0 | 4 : 3 ]
2. Rack mount
bracket
Input form
Output form Screen conversion mode
● The factory preset is LOCAL.
Memoranda:
● The screen conversion mode can be selected with
1. Foot
2. Supplied
screw (M4) x 4
menu <Output Mode>.
● Output form can be selected with menu <Output>.
p. 10.
੬
p. 10.
EIA rack
੬
NOTES ON SETTINGS
AND USE
● When the menu item <Reference> is set to [INPUT] and there is
no SD input signal, output video signals may be distorted. In this
case, input external sync signals and set <Reference> to [BB] or
● When menu <Color Correction> is set to “ON” or
<Colorimetry> is set to “OFF”, the normal display
changes as follows.
3. Supplied
screw (M5) x 4
BC – D 2 3 0 0
[
D 1 / 1 0 8 0 / 4 : 3 ]
[HD-SYNC]. (
੬
p. 10).
Change
● When the menu item <Reference> is set to [BB] or [HD-SYNC]
and these external sync signals are not input or are incorrect,
output video signals may be distorted. In this case, system
● Press the
8
[ENTER/MENU] button to display the
item in the menu setting mode.
● If an error occurs in the normal display mode, a
੬ See ‘‘Supplement’’ on page 21.
phase cannot be assured. (
੬
p.10)
description of the error is shown.
੬
p. 17.
5
4
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CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS
MENU SETTINGS
You can set various functions on the menu. Settings are stored and automatically activated whenever you turn on the power.
Up to four independent menu settings can be stored in the unit’s memory and recalled at any time. You can also restore the
default factory settings at any time. The menu is shown on the display.
Rear panel
Setting the menu
6
1
2
3
4
8
9
ᮡ
[STATUS] indicator
Display
3
[
] button
2,
5
[ENTER/MENU] button
2
3
FUSE
1.6A(125V)
Pr
REF
1
CVBS
IN
ON
CN1
HD SERIAL OUT
BC-D2300U HDTV UP CONVERTER
FUSE
LOOP
THROUGH
SDI
POWER STATUS
LOCAL REMOTE
INPUT
SYNC
ON
OFF
5
5
5
ENTER
ESC
1
1
1
9
6
9
6
9
6
OFF
Y
Pb
ALARM
AC IN
OUT
REMOTE-IN
REMOTE-OUT TERMINATE
POWER
MENU
7
5
10
11
12
13
4
[+] button
4
[–] button
6
[ESC] button
3
[
ᮢ] button
1
[AC IN] power input connector
9
0
[HD SERIAL OUT] HD digital serial output
connectors (3 lines)
Output SMPTE292M standard HD digital serial signals.
Output embedded digital audio signals with 20-bit
48 kHz sampling frequency as 4-channel signals.
Normal display
Connect to an AC 120 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz power outlet with
the provided power cable. Attach the provided hook
1
2
Turn the power of this unit ON.
The model name, input/output and screen display mode are
shown on the display (normal mode).
BC – D 2 3 0 0
beforehand.
੬
p. 18.
[
D 1 | 1 0 8 0 | 4 : 3 ]
2
3
4
[POWER] switch
Use to turn the power on/off. When the power is turned
on, the indicators and display on the front panel light up.
Press the [ENTER/MENU] button to engage menu
setting mode.
● The display shows the menu. The current setting is shown.
[ALARM] connector ... D-sub 9-pin (male)
● This connector is an alarm output (relay contact)
connector. When a problem occurs with this unit, an
alarm signal is output.
● When menu switch <Remote Port> is set to “ALARM”,
remote operation via the RS-232C is possible.
To remote-control this unit via this connector, set the
[LOCAL/REMOTE] switch on the front panel to
“REMOTE”.
Press the [ENTER/
MENU] button.
Menu display
Fuse holder
The fuse is built in. For fuse replacement, consult your
nearest JVC dealer.
O u t p u t Mo d e
ᮡ
3
4
Press the [ᮢ
]
or [ ] button to select the menu item.
4 : 3
Press the [+] or [–] button to change the setting.
[SDI IN] connector
Memoranda:
Item
Setting
Input a SMPTE259M standard SD digital serial signal
(NTSC). Compatible with embedded audio signals as
well. Embedded 20-bit digital audio with 48 kHz
sampling frequency can be input with 4 channels.
ᮢ
ᮡ
]
[
/
● When “[” is shown at the right of the display, press the
[+] button to change the setting. When “p“ is shown at the
left of the display, press the [–] button.
● When “?“ appears after the value you want to set, press the
[ENTER/MENU] button to enter the setting.
● When the setting is changed, the [STATUS] indicator lights
orange while the set data is transmitted to this unit. When the
transmission is complete, this indicator lights green.
The [–] button
is effective.
The [+] button
is effective.
button
!
[REMOTE-IN] connector ... D-sub 9-pin (female)
This connector is the input connector for remote-control
device.
Connect this connector to a device conforming to the
RS-485 serial interface standard.
R e f e r e n c e
5
6
7
[SDI OUT] connector
Active through output of digital serial video/audio
I NPU T
signals input to the
4
[SDI IN] connector is possible.
Memoranda:
O u t p u t Mo d e
L E T T ER BOX ?
[CVBS] connector
Input analog composite signals (NTSC). The optional
BC-D231 (D2/analog optional board) is required.
● To use this connector, set menu switch <Remote Port>
to “REMOTE-IN”.
● Set the remote ID and remote transmission speed with
the menu switches.
● To remote-control this unit, set the [LOCAL/REMOTE]
switch on the front panel to “REMOTE”.
Ⅵ Refer to the next page for details on how to store menu setting
contents in memory.
[Y/Pr/Pb] connectors
Press the [ENTER/MENU]
button to enter the value.
The “?”goes out.
5
Press the [ESC] button to end menu setting.
● Your changes are stored in memory and the display returns to
normal.
Input analog component signals (NTSC) to each
connector. The optional BC-D231 (D2/analog optional
board) is required.
Press the [ESC] button.
Normal display
@
#
[REMOTE-OUT] connector ... D-sub 9-pin
(female)
Note:
Note:
If power is turned OFF without pressing the [ESC] button,
setting changes are not saved.
● The [CVBS] and [Y/Pr/Pb] connectors are enabled
only when the BC-D231 optional board is installed.
For details, refer to the BC-D231 instruction manual.
BC – D 2 3 0 0
Outputs the control signals input to the
!
[REMOTE-IN]
[
D 1 | 1 0 8 0 | L B
]
connector or
0
[ALARM] connector as signals conform-
ing to the RS-485 serial interface. Connect this connec-
tor to the [REMOTE IN] connector of another device.
Up to 31 devices can be connected in series with this
connection.
8
[REF] external reference sync signal input
connectors (loop-through)
Input external reference sync signal. As these
connectors use a loop-through system, signals input to
one connector can be distributed from another connector
to the other equipment.
Sub menu
[TERMINATE] switch
This is the terminating switch for remote control signals.
With a series connection, set this switch to “ON” when
this unit is terminated or control signals from the
[ALARM] connector are received.
Menu display
Exact settings for variable enhancer (option), color correction
(option) and administration can be done on the sub menu.
Memoranda:
C o l o r C o r r e c t i
o n
● When signal distribution is not required or this unit is a
terminating device, terminate this unit with the external
75-ohm terminator.
● When the signals input to these connectors are used
as a reference sync signal, set the menu switch
<Reference> to “B.B” or “HD SYNC”.
● When the signals input to these connectors are used
as a reference sync signal, synchronize the input
signal with the reference sync signal so that the V
sync is within ±300 µs.
[
O N
E N T E R ]
1. When setting the variable enhancer or color correction to ON,
or selecting administration, [ENTER] is shown on the display.
To enter the sub menu, press the [ENTER/MENU] button.
● The factory preset is “OFF”.
[ENTER/MENU] button
Sub menu
[ESC] button
2. Set each menu item in the same way as with the ordinary
੬
p. 10.
menu.
3. Press the [ESC] button to go to the upper menu by one.
Wh i t e L e v e l
ᮢ
/
ᮡ
]
[
0
button
0
7
6
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MENU SETTINGS
Storing menu settings in memory of this unit
Entering characters
Normal display
Enter characters to set the model name and the [License key].
Display
1 Press the [ENTER/MENU] button to engage the Menu
Display mode.
BC – D 2 3 0 0
D 1 | 1 0 8 0 | 4 : 3 ]
ᮡ
1, 3 [ ] button
2, 4 [ENTER/MENU] button
ᮡ
2
3
Select Profile Save with the [ᮢ] or [ ] button.
[
Select the memory number where you want to store
the menu settings with the [+] or [–] button (one of
MEMORY 1 to 4).
BC-D2300U HDTV UP CONVERTER
POWER STATUS
LOCAL REMOTE
INPUT
SYNC
ESC
ENTER/MENU
ENTER
ESC
● The “?” is added to the end of the selected memory number.
MENU
Profile Save
Menu display
4
5
Press the [ENTER/MENU] button.
● The check screen is shown for confirmation.
3 [+] button
ᮢ] button
3 [–] button
P r o f
i
l e S a v e
MEMORY 2 ?
Press the [ENTER/MENU] button again to confirm the
setting.
1
,
3
[
4, 5 [ESC] button
● The menu settings are stored in the selected memory. Once
the settings have been stored, the completion screen is
shown.
ENTER/MENU
Check screen
ESC
An example of model name setting is shown below.
Name menu display
P r o f
i
l e S a v e
Memorandum:
1
2
3
Select [Name] in the sub menu for administration.
● The currently-set device name is shown.
MEMORY 2 S a v e OK ?
● When the check screen is shown, press the [ESC] button to
cancel it. The previous Profile Save menu setting display is
restored.
N ame
[ BC - D 2 3 0 0
]
Press the [ENTER/MENU] button.
● The Edit mode is engaged and the cursor appears.
ENTER/MENU
6
7
Press the [ENTER/MENU] button or [ESC] button.
● Menu setting display is restored.
Completion screen
ENTER/MENU
ESC
Move the cursor with the [+] or [–] button.
P r o f
i
l e S a v e
S a v e d .
Press the [ESC] button to restore the normal display.
ᮡ
Change the characters with [ᮢ] or [ ] button (up to
Note:
10 characters).
Edit mode
● Settings for Remote ID, Remote Speed and Remote Port are
not stored in memory for each Profile. One value is used for
all profiles.
4
Press the [ENTER/MENU] button to store the device
name in memory.
ENTER/MENU or ESC
N ame
ED IT
[ BC - D 2 3 0 0
]
● The setting is refreshed and the name menu display is
restored.
Cursor
ENTER/MENU
Recalling stored menu settings or factory default settings
Ⅲ Press the [ESC] button to interrupt editing and restore the
previous setting.
● The changed setting is canceled and the name menu is
restored.
Normal display
1
Press the [ENTER/MENU] button to engage the Menu
Display mode.
BC – D 2 3 0 0
D 1 | 1 0 8 0 | 4 : 3 ]
ᮡ
2
3
Select Profile Load with the [ᮢ] or [ ] button.
[
5
To restore the normal display, press the [ESC]
button.
Select the memory to be recalled (MEMORY 1 to 4,
DEFAULT) with the [+] or [–] button.
When DEFAULT is selected, the factory setting is
recalled.
ENTER/MENU
ESC
Profile Load
Menu display
4
5
Press the [ENTER/MENU] button.
● Display the check screen for confirmation.
P r o f
i
l e L o a d
MEMORY 2 ?
Press the [ENTER/MENU] button again to confirm.
● The selected settings are recalled. When completed, the
completion display is shown.
ENTER/MENU
Check screen
ESC
Memorandum:
● When the check screen is shown, press the [ESC] button to
cancel it. The previous Profile Load menu setting display is
restored.
P r o f
i
l e L o a d
MEMORY 2 L o a d OK ?
6
7
Press the [ENTER/MENU] button or [ESC] button.
● Menu setting display is restored and the recalled menu
settings are activated.
ENTER/MENU
Completion screen
P r o f
i
l e L o a d
L o a d e d .
Press the [ESC] button to restore the normal display.
Memorandum:
● The factory default settings are stored in MEMORY 1 to 4.
ENTER/MENU or ESC
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MENU SETTINGS
Menu contents
Menu contents (contd.)
[
]: Factory Setting
The items in the shaded area are shown when the optional software is installed.
[
]: Factory Setting
Items
Settings
Contents
Sets the HD Conversion mode according to the NTSC video source.
Items
Settings
Contents
Output Mode
[4:3]
LETTER BOX
SQUEEZE
V Position
–63
Adjusts the picture’s vertical position (varies in ±63 lines).
4 : 3
: When the input video has an aspect ratio of 4:3, it is converted
to HD pictures without changing the aspect ratio for output. In
this case, the side panels appear on the screen.
[0]
Note:
● When <Output Mode> is set to “4:3” or “SQUEEZE”, the actual variable range
is ±3 lines. Keep in mind that this is different from the value set with the menu.
LETTER BOX : When the input video is in the LETTER BOX format, it is
63
0
converted to HD pictures with an aspect ratio of 16:9 for output.
Note:
Motion Sense
Enhance Level
Motion detection sensitivity adjustment
Sets the optimum conversion sensitivity according to the input material.
Normally use the factory setting.
SQUEEZE
: When the input video has been “squeezed” for display on 4:3
screens, it is converted to HD pictures with an aspect ratio of
16:9 for output.
● The following menu item values
can be saved for each setting
mode.
• V Position
• Motion Sense
• Enhance Level
• Variable Enhancer and 5-related
item (option)
When the setting for Output Mode is
changed, check the setting of the
above menu items.
[8]
15
4 : 3
LETTER BOX
SQUEEZE
–5
Adjusts the enhancer (contour compensation) of the video output signal.
Varies in 20 steps. Use this 2-dimensionally (horizontal and vertical).
When the optional variable enhancer function is enabled, the variable enhancer
menu is shown instead of this item.
NTSC
HD
[0]
15
Side panel
Variable
Enhancer
OFF
[ON]
Sets ON/OFF of the variable enhancer function. When set to “OFF”, the
enhancer is disabled. When set to “ON”, the variable enhancer functions based
on the values of the following five items.
The following five parameters can be displayed and set on the sub menu by
Output
[1080I]
720P
Sets the output video format.
pressing the [ENTER/MENU] button.
(੬
p. 7 for sub menu)
1080I
720P
: Effective 1080 scanning lines, interlace.
: Effective 720 scanning lines, progressive.
● This item is shown only when the optional variable enhancer function is
enabled.
Reference
[INPUT]
BB
HD-SYNC
Selects the reference sync signal.
Enhance Level
–5
Sets the enhancement level.
● This item is shown when the optional variable enhancer function is enabled
and <Variable Enhancer> is set to “ON”.
INPUT
: Synchronizes with the video signal input to the [SDI IN]
connector of this unit.
[0]
BB
: Synchronizes with the black burst signal input to the [REF]
connector of this unit.
Note:
15
2
HD-SYNC
: Synchronizes with the tri-sync input to the [REF] connector of
this unit. Tri-sync must be input in the same signal form as the
output setting.
● System Phase settings can be
saved for each of these item
settings.
Enhance Freq
Cut Off Freq
Sets the frequency of the input signal to be enhanced.
● This item is shown when the optional variable enhancer function is enabled
and <Variable Enhancer> is set to “ON”.
[4]
5
Note:
● When this is set to “BB” or “HD-SYNC”, the V sync position of these external
signals and video input signals must synchronize within ±300 µs..
3
Sets the band limit frequency of the input signal. When set to 7 (MHz), band
limitation is not performed.
Note:
When the <Cut Off Freq> setting is smaller than the <Enhance Freq> setting, the
enhancement function is disabled.
● This item is shown when the optional variable enhancer function is enabled
and <Variable Enhancer> is set to “ON”.
System Phase
H Position
–300
Sets the HD output signal phase for the reference sync signal selected with
<Reference>.
(Variation for ±300 is equivalent to about ±4 µs.)
[7]
[0]
300
–120
Adjusts the picture’s horizontal display position (varies in ±120 x 2 pixels).
● This item is enabled only when the Output Mode is set to 4:3.
● When the <Output> item is set to “720P”, the actual display position area is ±80
x 2 pixels. Keep in mind that this is different from the value set with the menu.
Threshold
[0]
15
Sets the threshold of the enhancement effect. If the enhancement effect is
applied excessively, even low-level noise contained in the original picture will be
emphasized.
With this setting, the enhancement of a small amount of noise can be
suppressed to emphasize only the contour.
[0]
120
[0]
H Crop (Left)
Sets the crop width at the left of the input picture.
● This item is enabled only when the Output Mode is set to 4:3.
For the part cropped, the background color is shown.
● This item is shown when the optional variable enhancer function is enabled
and <Variable Enhancer> is set to “ON”.
100
Noise Reduction
[OFF]
ON
When this item is set to “ON”, a small amount of noise lower than the threshold
level can be suppressed. The larger the threshold setting, the larger the effect to
suppress noise.
H Crop (Right)
–100
Sets the crop width at the right of the input picture.
● This item is enabled only when the Output Mode is set to 4:3.
For the part cropped, the background color is shown.
[0]
Note:
This function has no effect unless <Enhance Level> is set to the larger value.
● This item is shown when the optional variable enhancer function is enabled
and <Variable Enhancer> is set to “ON”.
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MENU SETTINGS
Menu contents (contd.)
Menu contents (contd.)
[
]: Factory Setting
The items in the shaded area are shown when the optional software is installed.
[
]: Factory Setting
Items
Settings
Contents
Items
Settings
Contents
Back Color Mode
[YCbCr]
HSL
Sets the method to specify the background color.
YCbCr : Sets the output value of the background color.
Color Correction
[OFF]
ON
● This menu is shown when the optional color correction function is enabled.
Sets the color correction function ON/OFF.
HSL : Sets the background color with the Hue, Saturation and Lightness
values.
With OFF, the color correction function is disabled.
With ON, the color is corrected based on the following 8 parameters (items).
Note:
When this function is set to ON, the normal display format changes. (
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● When this setting is changed, the following three menu settings also change.
In this case, the set value and color may be changed. If this setting is
changed, check the color on the screen again.
The following eight parameters are shown and set on the sub menu when
<Color Correction> is set to “ON” and the [ENTER/MENU] button is pressed.
White Level
Black Level
White Color (B)
White Color (R)
Back Color (B)
Back Color (R)
Phase
–100
Adjusts the high brightness level of the input picture.
● Can be set when the Color Correction is set to ON.
Back Color (Y)
Back Color (Cb)
[64]
940
Varies the background color brightness. With 4:3 aspect ratio picture input, this
adjustment is applied to the side panels of the picture output.
Set this by checking the screen.
[0]
● This item is shown only when the Back Color Mode is set to YCbCr.
100
64
Varies the blue of the background color. With 4:3 aspect ratio picture input, this
adjustment is applied to the side panels of the picture output.
Set this by checking the screen.
–100
Adjusts the low brightness level of the input picture.
● Can be set when the Color Correction is set to ON.
[512]
[0]
● This item is shown only when the Back Color Mode is set to YCbCr.
960
64
100
Back Color (Cr)
Varies the red of the background color. With 4:3 aspect ratio picture input, this
adjustment is applied to the side panels of the picture output.
Set this by checking the screen.
–100
Adjusts the blue of the high brightness section of the input picture.
● Can be set when the Color Correction is set to ON.
[512]
[0]
● This item is shown only when the Back Color Mode is set to YCbCr.
960
[0]
100
Back Color (L)
Back Color (S)
Sets the background color lightness. With 4:3 aspect ratio picture input, this
adjustment is applied to the side panels of the picture output.
Set this by checking the screen.
–100
Adjusts the red of the high brightness section of the input picture.
● Can be set when the Color Correction is set to ON.
100
[0]
● This item is shown only when the Back Color Mode is set to HSL.
100
[0]
Sets the background color saturation. With 0, monochrome is shown. The larger
the number, the higher the saturation.
–100
Adjusts the blue of the low brightness section of the input picture.
● Can be set when the Color Correction is set to ON.
100
Note:
[0]
● The saturation actually output is limited by the setting of the Back Color (L).
Even though the Back Color (S) is set to 100, the picture will be monochrome if
the Back Color (L) is set to 0 (black) or 100 (white).
● This item is shown only when the Back Color Mode is set to HSL.
100
–100
Adjusts the red of the low brightness section of the input picture.
● Can be set when the Color Correction is set to ON.
Back Color (H)
[0]
Sets the background color hue. In most cases, the following colors can be
obtained.
0: Red, 120: Green, 240: Blue
[0]
359
100
● This item is shown only when the Back Color Mode is set to HSL.
–179
Adjusts the phase of the input picture.
● Can be set when the Color Correction is set to ON.
[0]
180
Chroma
–100
Adjusts the chroma of the input picture.
With –100, the picture becomes black-and-white (monochrome).
● Can be set when the Color Correction is set to ON.
[0]
100
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Menu contents (contd.)
Menu contents (contd.)
[
]: Factory Setting
[
]: Factory Setting
Items
Settings
Contents
Items
Settings
Contents
Colorimetry
OFF
[ON]
Turns the colorimetry parameter conversion function ON/OFF. This function
allows SD (ITU-R601) to be converted to HD (ITU-R709).
Normally, set to ON.
Administration
Press the [ENTER/MENU] button to enter the administration sub menu.
The following nine items can be set on the administration sub menu.
Remote ID
[1]
31
Sets the remote ID of this unit to remote-control this unit from the Host.
When this function is set to OFF, the normal display format changes. (
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Out Delay
[1FRAME]
Sets the delay time from the input to the output.
1FRAME-90H
1FRAME
: Delays by 1 frame (33.37 ms).
Remote Speed
Remote Port
9600
19200
[38400]
Sets the transmission speed (bit/s) of the remote control signal.
1FRAME-90H : Delays by 1 frame -2.67 ms for 1080I. Delays by 1 frame
-2.00 ms for 720P.
Audio Group
NO USE
[1]
2
3
4
Selects the audio signal group (groups 1 to 4) multiplexed on the SD digital serial
input signal.
If audio is not used, select No Use.
[REMOTE-IN]
ALARM
Selects the connection port for the host when this unit is remote-controlled.
REMOTE-IN : Connects RS-485 to the [REMOTE-IN] port.
Set to this position to remote-control this unit via the
[REMOTE-IN] connector.
ALARM
: Connect the RS-232C to the [ALARM] port.
Set to this position to remote-control this unit via the [ALARM]
connector.
Audio Delay
–30
[0]
30
Sets the delay for the audio signal multiplexed on the SD digital serial input
signal.
Adjustment of ±30 (msec.) is possible with respect to the delay time set with
<Out Delay>.
Active Line
480
[486]
Sets the number of effective lines of the input signal when <Output> is set to
“1080I”.
With <Output> set to “720P”, the number is fixed at 480 lines (on the menu, --- is
Profile Save
Profile Load
MEMORY 1
MEMORY 2
MEMORY 3
MEMORY 4
Four independent memories are provided to store menu settings.
Selects the memory to be used to store the set menu contents.
* Items in the administration sub menu are not stored in memory.
shown).
Alarm
Name
OFF
[ON]
When set to “OFF”, the output from the rear panel’s [ALARM] connector stops
(always open except when power is turned off).
[BC-D2300]
Sets the device name that will be shown in the normal display.
For setting, refer to page 9.
MEMORY 1
MEMORY 2
MEMORY 3
MEMORY 4
DEFAULT
Recalls menu setting stored in memory.
When set to DEFAULT, menu setting set before shipment is recalled.
Version
Shows the firmware version of this unit.
Shows the serial number of this unit.
Serial No.
License key
Sets the license key to enable optional features such as the variable enhancer
and color compensation function.
For setting, refer to page 9.
Color Bar
[OFF]
ON
When set to ON, the built-in color bar (7-line color bar) is output regardless of the
input.
The color bar output turns off automatically when you quit this menu.
To obtain the license key, consult your JVC dealer.
Running Time
Shows the approx. number of operating days of this unit.
Press the [ENTER/MENU] button twice to clear this number to 0.
Use this as a guide for determining when to replace the fan.
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When an abnormality is detected, error notification is provided by LED illumination, error indication on the display and error
output to the [ALARM] connector.
Error output (contd.)
Error indications and output contents
Error
Error output
Error contents
LED
ALARM 1
ALARM 2
indications
Power Error
Fan Error
1. LED lighting
The [STATUS], [INPUT] or [SYNC] indicator on the front panel
Abnormality in the power unit
Abnormality in the fan motor
No video and audio signal is input.
STATUS: Red
Short-
Open
circuited
lights orange (warning) or red (error), depending on the type of
error.
STATUS INPUT
SYNC
Data No-input
(warning)
INPUT: Orange
INPUT: Red
Open
Open
Open
2. Display indication
The first line of the display shows a description of the error. When
the menu is displayed, errors are not shown.
V. Format Error
V. Data Error
A. Data Error
REF No-input
SD Unlock
Format error of the SDI input signals
Error of video data in the SDI input signal
Error of audio data in the SDI input signal
No external sync signal is input (note)
Short-
circuited
Front panel
BC-D2300U HDTV UP CONVERTER
POWER STATUS
LOCAL REMOTE
INPUT
SYNC
ENTER
ESC
Memoranda:
MENU
● With LOCAL, the error indication is shown when the error is
detected and goes out when the error is no longer detected.
With REMOTE, once an error is detected, the indication
remains (goes out when the switch is set to LOCAL).
● Error codes with 2 to 6 digits may be shown at the same time.
In this case, report the error codes to your JVC dealer.
SYNC: Red
Short-
circuited
Open
Synchronization is not possible due to incorrect
video input signals
Error indication
Display
Ref Unlock
Synchronization is not possible due to incorrect
external sync signal input
r
E r r o
Fan
3. [Alarm] connector output
2-line alarm output terminals are provided for the rear panel’s
[ALARM] connector. Terminals A and B are short-circuited (relay
contact) when an error occurs or the power is turned off. Normally,
these terminals are open. (For open and short-circuited conditions,
refer to the table on the next page.)
Comm Error
Device Error
——
Abnormal remote communication
Abnormality in the internal device
Power is turned off.
STATUS: Red
Short-
circuited
Open
[
D1
1 0 8 0
4 : 3
4 : 3
]
]
——
Short-
circuited
Short-
circuited
r r o r 0 3
a
E
V. D at
[
D1
1 0 8 0
The maximum rated value is 30 V 0.5 A for AC/DC with non-
inductive load.
Note: When an incorrect external sync signal is input, the REF No-input error indication may be shown.
When an error indication is shown, check the input signal and connections according to type of error indicated. When this
Pin assignment of the [ALARM] connector
Pin
unit malfunctions, consult your nearest JVC authorized service agent.
See "1.4 About Error Messages"
on page 1-3.
Name
Contents
number
Rear panel
2
3
FUSE
1.6A(125V)
CVBS
Pr
REF
1
IN
ON
CN1
HD SERIAL OUT
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
NC
Unconnected
FUSE
LOOP
THROUGH
SDI
OFF ON
5
1
5
1
5
1
9
6
9
6
9
6
OFF
Y
Pb
ALARM
AC IN
POWER
OUT
REMOTE-IN
REMOTE-OUT TERMINATE
(RD)
(Reception data for maintenance)
(Transmission data for maintenance)
Alarm output 2 B terminal
Signal ground
(SD)
ALARM2-B
GND
1
5
ALARM2-A
ALARM1-A
ALARM1-B
NC
Alarm output 2 A terminal
Alarm output 1 A terminal
Alarm output 1 B terminal
Unconnected
6
9
ALARM
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Rear panel connectors
Specifications
5
Input signal
Names
Functions
Types
BNC
Remarks
Video and audio
: SD digital serial signal (SMPTE259M) ................... 1 line
0.8 Vp-p, 75 ohms unbalanced, active-through
Bit rate: 270 Mbps
SDI IN
SD digital serial signal input
Active through output
External sync input
SDI OUT
BNC
Embedded audio signal: 4 ch, sampling frequency of 48 kHz
: Sync signal, 75 ohms unbalanced, loop through .... 1 line
B.B: 0.45 Vp-p (NTSC)
REF
BNC
Sync signals
REF
Loop-through
BNC
HD-SYNC: Positive and negative bipolarity tri-sync signal of 600 mVp-p ± 300 mVp-p
HD SERIAL OUT 1
HD digital serial signal output
Same as above
BNC
5
Output signal
Video and audio
: HD digital serial signal
HD SERIAL OUT 2
BNC
(SMPTE292M) .....................................................3 lines
0.8 Vp-p, 75 ohms unbalanced
HD SERIAL OUT 3
Same as above
BNC
Bit rate: 1.485/1.001 (1.483516) Gbps, 59.94 Hz
Effective scanning lines: 1080 lines (1080I), 720 line (720P)
Embedded audio signal: 4 ch, sampling frequency of 48 kHz
CVBS
Analog composite input
Analog component Y input
Analog component Pr input
Analog component Pb input
[ALARM] connector/RS-232C
Remote control input
Remote control bridge
BNC
The optional BC-D231 is required.
Y
BNC
5
5
Quantization
Pr
BNC
Video resolution
Audio resolution
: 10 bits
: 20 bits
Pb
BNC
ALARM
REMOTE-IN
REMOTE-OUT
D-SUB
D-SUB
D-SUB
9-pin male, inch screw
9-pin female, mm screw
9-pin female, mm screw
Signal delay amount
Video system
: 1 frame or 1 frame - 90H, the shortest delay setting not available
: The same delay as the video delay time, can be adjusted by ±30 msec.
Audio system
5
5
5
5
Conversion mode
Power supply
: Three types (4:3 material, letter box material, squeezed material)
: AC 120 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz
: 35 W
Ⅵ REMOTE-IN, REMOTE-OUT terminal pin assignment
Power consumption
Pin
Signal
number name
External dimensions
(WHD)
I/O
Contents
Unconnected
Remarks
1
5
: 430 mm x 489 mm x 50 mm
(16-15/16" x 19-5/16" x 2") (excluding fan motor and connectors)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
NC
—
O
I
5
5
Weight
: 6.2 kg (13.7 lbs.)
TxA
RxB
SG
Transmission A
Reception B
RS-485
RS-485
9
6
Using environment
Installation place
Allowable operating
temperature
: In a room (install on a table or a rack)
: 10˚C to 40˚C (50˚F to 104˚F)
—
—
—
O
I
Signal ground
Unconnected
Signal ground
Transmission B
Reception A
Note:
Allowable operating
humidity
Allowable storage
temperature
NC
● For the REMOTE connection, use a straight cable
which contains twisted paired lines for the signals of
TxA and TxB, RxA and RxB.
: 30%RH to 80%RH (with no condensation)
: –20˚C to 60˚C (–4˚F to 140˚F)
SG
TxB
RxA
NC
RS-485
RS-485
5
Provided accessories and
options
: Warranty card
Instruction manual
Service center list
Power cable (2.5 m)
Rack mount bracket
Screw (M4)
x 1
x 1
x 1
x 1
x 2
x 4
x 4
x 1
—
Unconnected
Installing the power cable hook
Screw (M5)
Hook (for power cable)
1.Before connecting the power cable, install the supplied hook as
shown on the left.
2.After connecting the power cable, lower the hook to secure the
power cable in place.
Hook
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Specifications (contd.)
Supplement
5 External dimensions (unit: mm)
Ⅲ Attaching the L-metal support on EIA rack
195
176.5
R E M O T E - I N
6
O U T
P O W E R
O F F
A C I N
T E R M I N A T E
9
R E M O T E - O U T
1
A L A R M
6
P b
P r
Y
6
9
9
1
5
5
1
5
O N O F F
T H R O U G H
L O O P
S D I
F U S E
EIA rack
Put L-metal supports on the both sides of EIA rack
to secure strength.
H D S E R I A L O U T
C N 1
1 . 6 A ( 1 2 5 V )
F U S E
O N
I N
C V B S
1
3
R E F
2
L-metal support
Screw
L-metal support
M
0
in
.
7
L-metal support
Min.420
Thickness: 2 mm
BC-D2300U HDTV UP CONVERTER
POWER STATUS INPUT SYNC
LOCAL REMOTE
ENTER
ESC
MENU
WARNING :
● Rack mounting is optional. Use only with racks that have fully adjustable vertical rack rails.
● Use the rack mount brackets (eras) and L-metal supports together.
Do not use only the rack mount brackets (ears) by themselves for support.
195
195
430±3
465
482
Design and specifications subject to change without notice.
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