HDP3 Mini-Converter
3G/HD/SD-SDI to DVI-D

Installation and Operation Guide

Version 1.3
Published May 21, 2021
 

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Contents
Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Copyright . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Contacting AJA Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Chapter 1 – Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Monitor Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Frame Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Recommended Monitors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Optimal Performance with HP LP2480zx DreamColor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Automatic 720p or 1080p Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Manual 720p or 1080p Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
VESA and CEA Timing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Motion Adaptive De-interlacing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
10-Bit and Deep Color Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Video Scaling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Vertical 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 AJA Mini-Config . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Acquiring Mini-Config . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Installing Mini-Config . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Running Mini-Config . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Operating Mini-Config . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Tabbed Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Video Tab Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Audio Tab Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Update Tab Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Info Tab Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Appendix A – Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
HDP3 Tech Specs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Appendix B – Safety and Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Warranty and Liability Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

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Chapter 1 – Introduction

Overview
The HDP3 is a miniature 3G/HD/SD-SDI to DVI-D converter for digital display
devices (graphics and video), such as LED, LCD, DLP and Plasma monitors (and
projectors) with support for 1080p60. Using a very high quality scaling engine,
the HDP3 will automatically size 4:3 or 16:9 inputs to many DVI-D monitors.
For appropriate monitor configurations, scaling is automatically 1 to 1—for
example, displaying 1920x1080 video on a WUXGA (1920x1200) monitor. Where
appropriate, the HDP3 can automatically adapt the input frame rate for monitor
compatibility. In addition, the HDP3 provides 8 channel embedded audio over
HDMI, 2 channel analog audio monitoring, and a looping output of the SDI input.
The HDP3 is designed 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.
Deep color is supported in RGB and YCbCr. USB connectivity allows for easy PC/
Mac setup and field upgrades.

Features
• 3G/HD/SD-SDI to DVI-D
• DVI v1.0 and HDMI v1.3a support (via DVI-D connector), including:
• Deep Color 30-bit video (24-bit also supported)
• 2 or 8 channels of embedded audio
• Automatically adapts to popular LED/LCD/DLP/Plasma monitors (and
projectors) up to 1920x1200 and 1080p
• Responds to EDID from monitor or projector
• Video to VESA frame rate conversion
• Motion Adaptive De-interlacing
• High quality scaling engine for proper display of 4:3 or 16:9 content—even
better quality than original HDP
• 1 to 1 scaling for appropriate monitor configurations
• Loss of input management: Black or Mute.
• 2 channel audio monitoring using RCA analog audio outputs (user-assignable
channel pairs)
• 3G/HD/SD-SDI looping output

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• Setup via DIP switch or PC/Mac using USB port and supplied USB cable (Mini-
Config configuration software application available via download from AJA
website)
• 5 year warranty

Monitor Compatibility
The HDP3 is designed to work with most DVI-D monitors. HDMI monitors are
also supported with a standard, inexpensive DVI-to-HDMI cable or adapter (user
supplied). The HDP3 uses the industry standard EDID communication protocol
(within the DVI or HDMI link) to communicate with the monitor, and then adjust
the HDP3’s internal scaling engine to scale the input video to the native resolution
of the monitor. However, due to the hundreds of variations of DVI formats
currently in use, proper operation with all monitors cannot be guaranteed.
To ensure the greatest compatibility with today's available digital display devices,
the HDP3 will, by default, provide VESA or CEA standard timing.

Frame 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 recognized as having enhanced capabilities, then
special, frame-locked timing will be used.

Manual
Selecting an output frame rate that matches the input frame rate will provide a
vertically locked signal to the monitor, and may yield the best results. Note that
not all monitors will be able to accept these signals.

Recommended Monitors
The monitors listed below have been verified to work with one or more of the
manual frame rate selections.
• HP 24" LP2480zx DreamColor
• Apple 23" HD Cinema, model M9178LL/A (aluminum bezel)
• Sony 23", model SDM-P234
• Viewsonic VP231wb
• Dell 2405FPW
• Barco LC-42
• Barco LC-47
• Westinghouse LVM-37wl
• Sony Bravia Series
• Sharp Aquos Series

Optimal Performance with HP LP2480zx DreamColor

When using the HDP3 with an HP LP2480zx, the best results are obtained by
using the default HDP3 “Auto” selections (no action required—unless you’ve
changed the factory defaults using the Mini-Config software supplied).

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Automatic 720p or 1080p Support

Monitors that report 1280x720 or 1920x1080 in their “Preferred Timing Mode”
section of EDID readback will receive a 1280x720 or 1920x1080p signal,
respectively, from the HDP3.

Manual 720p or 1080p Support

The HDP3 can be configured manually for 720p or 1080p. This is discussed under
“USB Control and Setup” later in this manual.
NOTE: For best results when using video display devices, it is recommended that a
monitor capable of displaying the “Full 1080p” image be used.

VESA and CEA Timing

By default, the HDP3 will automatically output standardized VESA rate graphics
where appropriate when a computer resolution is detected, and standardized
CEA rate video when a video device, such as an HDTV is detected. Not all VESA
rates are synchronous to SMPTE standard video input rates. However, the HDP3
can be configured manually by selecting an output frame rate that matches the
incoming frame rate. By doing 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 the list of recommended monitors that have been
tested to lock at one or more of the user-selectable frame rates.

Motion Adaptive De-interlacing

Video displayed on DVI progressive display devices requires de-interlacing
technology to properly display the video from its native interlace format. HDP3
uses advanced motion adaptive de-interlacing to predict motion in the video
stream and output a quality picture using spatial and temporal comparisons on
individual pixels.

10-Bit and Deep Color Support

HDP3 supports the HDMI v1.3a specification for Deep Color bit depths. In
operation, HDP3 can support Deep Color bit depths up to 30 bits/pixel (1.073
billion colors).

Video Scaling
The HDP3 will scale the input video to the best fit for a given monitor and video
input. In cases where the input video and the monitor are already the same or
similar, the HDP3 automatically turns off scaling. For example, a 1920 x1080 video
and a 1920 x1200 monitor will not be scaled.

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Figure 1. Video Scaling Examples

Full Screen “Letterbox” “Widezoom/Crop”
16 x 9 Monitor 4 x 3 Monitor 4:3 Monitor

16 x 9 Video

“Pillarbox” Full Screen “Widezoom/Crop”

16 x 9 Monitor 4 x 3 Monitor 16:9 Monitor

4 x 3 Video

NOTE: The HDP3 also properly supports 16:10 and 5:4 monitors.
If the HDP3 scaling is set to 1:1 via the control panel, the input raster will be
displayed unscaled. This means that input rasters smaller than the monitor appear
as a “floating” image surrounded by black. For example, a 1280 x 720 image on a
1920 x 1200 monitor only fills about 40% of the screen. Standard definition inputs
unscaled on a 1920 x 1200 monitor only fill about 20% of the screen. This mode
will only work when the input raster is smaller than the monitor resolution.
If the HDP3 scaling is set to “Auto”, the HDP3 will scale the image to best fit
the screen while preserving the aspect ratio. In some cases, 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 the monitor. Because most DVI
monitors have their own internal scaling, the internal scaler of the monitor may
or may not lock vertically to the HDP3 output. The recommended monitor list
shown earlier lists only monitors which have been tested for proper vertical lock.
The HDP3 works with many LED/LCD/DLP/Plasma monitors not shown on the
recommended monitor list—however, these monitors may have one of two types
of issues associated with not being vertically locked:

Frame Add/Drop
The monitor occasionally adds or drops a frame of video which appears as
discontinuous motion. For example, a moving object may appear to briefly pause
or jump ahead.

Motion Tearing
The monitor displays video from two different fields or frames on screen. This
appears as a horizontal discontinuity in the video during motion. For example, a
moving object may appear to be split horizontally with the upper part ahead or
behind the lower part.

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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

Video Scaler DVI

and DVI-D Output
Transmitter
Framebuffer
3G/SD/HD-SDI SDI Receiver
Input
Audio
Disembedder

3G/SD/HD-SDI SDI Transmitter

Output
2-Channel
Audio Analog Audio
D/A Output

Processor

USB Port
(connect to PC or Mac)
For configuring and
updating

I/O Connections
Figure 3. HDP3 Mini-Converter

3G-SDI
Input BNC Unbalanced
Analog Audio
Outputs
Lock LED
(2 RCA Jacks)
3G-SDI
Output BNC
DVI
Output
USB Port Connector

DC Power
Input

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.

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User Controls
Mini-Config Control
Automatic input format detection configures the unit automatically to match
input and output video parameters. In most cases, manual configuration is not
necessary. Advanced Mini-Config control supports color space and bit depth
adjustments, and audio channel selection.
Configuration set via Mini-Config is stored in the HDP3 unit through subsequent
power 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.
3. Connect audio equipment to RCA connectors (optional).
4. Apply power to the converter (AJA power supply included).
5. The converter will now run using the default factory settings. If you wish to
alter the factory settings, you’ll need to:
• Install the AJA Mini-Config software on your computer.
• Attach the converter via USB.
• Make your changes using Mini-Config setup screens. This process is detailed
in "Chapter 2 Operation" on page 10.

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Chapter 2 – Operation

USB Control and Setup—Using AJA Mini-Config

Your AJA Mini-Converter can be used right out of the box for some applications
since it is designed to recognize inputs and perform standard actions
automatically by default. However, to use its full capability, you must use AJA’s
Mini-Config software application for PCs and Macs. This same application can be
used to update to new Mini-Converter software released by AJA.

Acquiring Mini-Config
AJA’s Mini-Config application is available for download from the AJA website.
To download the latest Mini-Config package, which includes the Mini-Config
application, Mini-Converter firmware, and documentation, go to:
https://www.aja.com/products/mini-config-software
Select either the Windows or Mac icon to download the desired version.

Mini-Converter Documentation
Included with the Mini-Config package is a complete set of documentation for
all 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 menu.
Documentation for all AJA Mini-Converters that use Mini-Config can also be
accessed directly in the Mini-Config download package Documentation folder,
and via the Documentation icon available on the Mac installer.
Documentation (and firmware) included with the Mini-Config application are the
versions available at the time of distribution. However, Mini-Converter software,
firmware and documentation are updated regularly, so newer versions may exist.
To download the latest documentation for an individual Mini-Converter, go to:
https://www.aja.com/family/mini-converters
and navigate to the Support web page of that Mini-Converter.

Installing Mini-Config

PC Installation
To install Mini-Config on a Windows PC:
1. Download the application from the AJA website (select the Windows icon
on the Mini-Config Support web page).
2. Open the AJA_MiniConfig.zip file
3. Double-click on the MiniInstaller.msi file.
4. A Setup Wizard will guide you through the installation.

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Figure 4. Mini-Config PC Setup Wizard

5. Click Next to begin. Answer the questions in the subsequent dialogs. When
finished, an AJA Mini-Config shortcut will be installed on the desktop, and
you will be able to locate the Mini-Config application in the AJA folder in
the Programs listing.
NOTE: If the Mini-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 on
the PC.

Mac Installation
To install the application on a Mac:
NOTE: Mac computers must be Intel-based (G5, G4 and earlier models will not work
with Mini-Config).
1. Download the application from the AJA website (select the Apple icon on
the Mini-Config Support web page).
2. Open the AJA_MiniConfig folder.
3. Double-click on the AJAMiniConfig.dmg file.

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4. Answer the prompt and a utility program will be launched.

Figure 6. Mini-Config Mac Installer

5. To complete the installation drag the MiniConfig.app icon to the

Applications folder.

Running Mini-Config
Connect the Mini-Converter to the PC or Mac via the supplied USB cable. Connect
the external power supply (supplied) to 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 application located inside the Mini-Config folder.

Mac Startup
To run Mini-Config on a Mac, open the Applications folder and locate the AJA
Mini-Config application. Double-click the application to launch it.

Saving Setups
A File drop down menu on the Mini-Config application bar allows you to save the
current state of the Mini-Converter to a preset file for later recall.

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Using this feature you can set up the converter for different applications, storing
each configuration (Save Preset As...) with a unique name for easy recall (Open
Preset...).
A Revert to Factory Settings menu item similarly allows you to change the
settings back to AJA’s factory defaults.

Operating Mini-Config
The Mini-Config application provides a graphic interface for viewing settings
and updating software. It consists of an information area at the top that shows
the available Mini-Converters attached to the computer via USB, with a graphical
rendering of the selected Mini-Converter showing all the connectors and their
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 you have manually selected
• Red text indicates the Mini-Converter is not detecting a signal, or cannot
operate with the current user settings.
NOTE: Even if no output device is detected, the SDI connector text still shows the signal it
is outputting.
NOTE: Configuration settings in red will change based on the attached output device as
well as input signals. For improved accuracy and reliability, you should configure
the Mini-Converter only when the target output device is attached and input
signals are supplied at the inputs.
Screens are virtually the same on both PC and Mac, with subtle differences that
reflect the general look of the platform environment.

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Figure 7. Example Mini-Config Screen

Select a USB port and
an attached
Mini-Converter (name
in parentheses).

Each connector is
labeled with the
signals currently
detected or manually
selected.

Firmware Version
and Serial Number

Tabbed Screens

Status Message

Selecting a Mini-Converter with the pulldown menu causes this application to

connect to the selected converter. The graphic of Mini-Converter and text below
it provides:
• Type of converter
• Firmware version
• Serial number of the unit.
A status 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
current settings and change any values. Making a change communicates that
new value to the Mini-Converter’s non-volatile memory.

Tabbed Screens
The Tabs delineate control screens with groups of controls for each type of task to
be performed.
The controls for the actual configuration parameters are specific to each Mini-
Converter type. When you Click on any of the tab buttons, the pane below
the tabs will change to match your tab selection. Any changes you make are
immediately applied and will be saved, overwriting previous settings.

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Video Tab Screen

The selections on this screen configure the output video. Selecting “Auto” allows
the HDP3 to conform the output to best serve the attached monitor. This is
handled automatically when the HDP3 reads the capabilities indicated by the
attached monitor.

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
Selects how Deep Color is supported. Choose from:
• Auto - The HDP3 decide based on input.
• On - Turns on support for Deep Color 30-bit video (24-bit also supported)
• Off - Turns off Deep Color support.

RGB Range
Selects the Input Video Color Range. Choose from:
• Auto - to let the HDP3 decide, or choose
• SMPTE
• Full color range.

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Scaling
Choose from:
• Auto - The HDP3 chooses based on the attached output device’s capabilities.
• 1:1 (no scaling) - 1:1 only works properly when it is possible to display the
entire unscaled raster. For example, it is not possible to display a 1920 x 1080
input on a 1600 x 1200 monitor. For optimal performance with 1:1 scaling, use
a 1920 x 1200 (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
Raster choices available are:
Auto (let the HDP3 decide based on input), Native, WUXGA, UXGA, WSXGA+,
SXGA, XGA, 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 576p, or 480p.

Frame Rate
Choices are:
Auto (let HDP3 decide) VESA, 24/23.98, 25, 30/29.97, 48/47.95, 50, or 60/59.94.

HDMI/DVI
Selects HDMI or DVI output. Choose from:
• Auto - The HDP3 automatically select the audio channels based on the
attached device's capabilities.
• HDMI
• DVI

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Audio Tab Screen

The selections on this screen configure the output audio.

HDMI Channel
Selects the audio channels to be used. Choose from:
• Auto - The HDP3 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 described by
the “Analog Channel” selection, below.

Analog Channel
Selects which 2 embedded audio channels are routed to the RCA output pair.
Choose from:
• Channel 1+2
• Channel 3+4
• Channel 5+6
• Channel 7+8.

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Update Tab Screen

Use this Update tab screen to view the software version currently installed on the
converter or install new software.
NOTE: When discussing Mini-Converters, “Firmware” is software that will be stored in
the Mini-Converter’s non-volatile memory and used when it is powered up. This
is something different than the Mini-Config application software. The version
numbers shown 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 embedded in the Mini-Config application
which you can install into the Mini-Converter by clicking the Update button.

Update
This button initiates a software update operation loading the “Desired” version of
firmware into the Mini-Converter’s non-volatile memory.

Progress
This indicator bar shows the progress of firmware installation.
See "Acquiring Mini-Config" on page 10 and "Installing Mini-Config" on page 10
for more information.

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Info Tab Screen

This screen provides basic information about the Mini-Converter. This information
is mostly useful when calling AJA Support for service or technical support.

Name
This field allows you to give your 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 is the factory set model name of the Mini-Converter.

Assembly
This is the factory assembly number.

Serial Number
This is the factory set unique serial number of your Mini-Converter. If you ever call
AJA Support for service, you may be asked for this number.

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Appendix A – Specifications
HDP3 Tech Specs
Video Formats
• 1x 3 Gb SDI (Level A)
• (HD) 1920 x 1080p 50, 59.94, 60
• 1x 1.5 Gb SDI
• (HD) 1920 x 1080p 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30
• (HD) 1920 x 1080PsF 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30
• (HD) 1920 x 1080i 50, 59.94, 60
• (HD) 1280 x 720p 50, 59.94, 60
• 1x 270 Mb SDI
• (SD) 625i 50
• (SD) 525i 59.94

Video Input Digital

• 1x 3G-SDI BNC, SMPTE-259/292/424

Video Output Digital

• 1x DVI Type D female connector
• Supports DVI v1.0 and HDMI v1.3a, 24/30 bits per 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 quality than original HDP
• 1 to 1 scaling for appropriate monitor configurations

Audio Input Digital

• SDI embedded audio, 24-bit, 8-Channel

Audio Output Digital

• DVI embedded audio, 24-bit, 2 or 8-Channel (HDMI adapter only)
• SDI (looped) embedded audio, 24-bit, 8-Channel

Audio Output Analog

• 1x RCA Stereo analog outputs at -10dBV (nominal)

Size (w x d x h)
• 5.8” x 3.1" x 1.0" (147.32 x 78.74 x 25.4 mm)

Weight
• 0.7 lb (0.5 kg)

Power
• 5-20VDC regulated, 6.5 watts, power supply required (included with purchase)

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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 Altitude: <3,000 meters (<10,000 feet)

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Appendix B – Safety and Compliance

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notices
Class A Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
A digital device, pursuant to Part 15, Subpart B 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 the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or 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.

FCC Caution
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following 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 Statement

Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio-noise emissions
from a digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of
the Canadian Department of Communications. This Class A digital apparatus
complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique du ministère des Communications
Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques visant les
appareils numériques de classe A prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage
radioélectrique du ministère des Communications du Canada. Cet appareil
numérique de la Classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

European Union and European Free Trade Association (EFTA)

Regulatory Compliance
This equipment may be operated in the countries that comprise the member
countries of the European Union and the European Free Trade Association. These
countries, listed in the following paragraph, are referred to as The European
Community throughout this document:
AUSTRIA, BELGIUM, BULGARIA, CYPRUS, CZECH REPUBLIC, DENMARK, ESTONIA,
FINLAND, FRANCE, GERMANY, GREECE, HUNGARY, IRELAND, ITALY, LATVIA,
LITHUANIA, LUXEMBOURG, MALTA, NETHERLANDS, POLAND, PORTUGAL,
ROMANIA, SLOVAKIA, SLOVENIA, SPAIN, SWEDEN, UNITED KINGDOM, ICELAND,
LICHTENSTEIN, NORWAY, SWITZERLAND

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Declaration of Conformity
Marking by this symbol indicates compliance with the Essential Requirements of
the EMC Directive of the European Union 2014/30/EU.

This equipment meets the following conformance standards:

Safety
EN 62368-1: 2014 + A11 (T-Mark License),
IEC 62368-1: 2014 (CB Scheme Certificate)
Additional licenses issued for specific countries available on request.
Emissions
EN 55032: 2012 + AC: 2013, CISPR 32: 2015,
EN 61000-3-2: 2014, EN 61000-3-3: 2013
Immunity
EN 55103-2: 2009
EN 61000-4-2:2009, EN 61000-4-3:2006 + A1:2008+A2:2010,
EN 61000-4-4:2004 + A1:2010, EN 61000-4-5: 2006, EN 61000-4-6:2009,
EN 61000-4-11:2004
Environments: E2, E3 and E4
The product is also licensed for additional country specific standards as required
for the International Marketplace.

Warning! This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product

may cause radio interference, in which case, the user may be required to take
appropriate measures.
Achtung! Dieses ist ein Gerät der Funkstörgrenzwertklasse A. In Wohnbereichen
können bei Betrieb dieses Gerätes Rundfunkstörungen auftreten, in welchen
Fällen der Benutzer für entsprechende Gegenmaßnahmen verantwortlich ist.
Attention! Ceci est un produit de Classe A. Dans un environnement domestique,
ce produit risque de créer des interférences radioélectriques, il appartiendra
alors à l?utilisateur de prendre les mesures spécifiques appropriées..

Recycling Notice
This symbol on the product or its packaging indicates that this product
must not be disposed of with your other household waste. Instead, it is your
responsibility to dispose of your waste equipment by handing it over to a
designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic
equipment. The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment
at the time of disposal will help conserve natural resources and ensure that
it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment.
For more information about where you can drop off your waste for recycling,
please contact your local authority, or where you purchased your product.

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Korea KCC Compliance Statement

ꩡ끞녅껽驩ꓭ

넩 韥韥鱉 꽺ꓩ끞 쀍陲꾅꫑ ꩡ끞뼕 ꑞ놶냱ꈑ 놶뼞ꫦ뵾閵ꌱ ꗐ냵 韥韥ꈑ꫑ 閵뇊

끞 쀍陲꾅꫑ ꩡ끞뼍鱉 陲끥 놹볁閹ꫢ넍 끥ꇙ閵 넽걪鱽鲙.

Taiwan Compliance Statement

This is a Class A product based on the standard of the Bureau of Standards,

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 Compliance Statement

This is a Class A product based on the standard of the VCCI Council

(VCCI‑32: 2016). If this equipment is used in a domestic environment, radio
interference may occur, in which case, the user may be required to take corrective
actions.

Translated Warning and Caution Messages

The following caution statements, warning conventions, and warning messages
apply to this product and manual.

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Before Operation Please Read These Instructions

Warning! Read and follow all warning notices and instructions marked on the
product or included in the documentation.
Avertissement! Lisez et conformez-vous à tous les avis et instructions
d'avertissement indiqués sur le produit ou dans la documentation.
Warnung! Lesen und befolgen Sie die Warnhinweise und Anweisungen, die auf
dem Produkt angebracht oder in der Dokumentation enthalten sind.
¡Advertencia! Lea y siga todas las instrucciones y advertencias marcadas en el
producto o incluidas en la documentación.
Aviso! Leia e siga todos os avisos e instruções assinalados no produto ou incluídos
na documentação.
Avviso! Leggere e seguire tutti gli avvisi e le istruzioni presenti sul prodotto o
inclusi nella documentazione.

Warning! Do not use this device near water and clean only with a dry cloth.
Avertissement! N'utilisez pas cet appareil près de l'eau et nettoyez-le seulement
avec un tissu sec.
Warnung! Das Gerät nicht in der Nähe von Wasser verwenden und nur mit einem
trockenen Tuch säubern.
¡Advertencia! No utilice este dispositivo cerca del agua y límpielo solamente con
un paño seco.
Aviso! Não utilize este dispositivo perto da água e limpe-o somente com um pano
seco.
Avviso! Non utilizzare questo dispositivo vicino all'acqua e pulirlo soltanto con un
panno asciutto.

Warning! Do not block any ventilation openings. Install 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 Lüftungsöffnungen dürfen nicht blockiert werden. Nur gemäß den
Anweisungen des Herstellers installieren.
¡Advertencia! No bloquee ninguna de las aberturas de la ventilación. Instale de
acuerdo con las instrucciones del fabricante.
Aviso! Não obstrua nenhuma das aberturas de ventilação. Instale de acordo com as
instruções do fabricante.
Avviso! Non ostruire le aperture di ventilazione. Installare in conformità con le
istruzioni del fornitore.

Warning! Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Avertissement! N'installez pas l'appareil près d'une source de chaleur telle que des
radiateurs, des bouches d'air de chauffage, des fourneaux ou d'autres appareils
(amplificateurs compris) qui produisent de la chaleur.
Warnung! Nicht in der Nähe von Wärmequellen wie Heizkörpern, Heizregistern,
Öfen oder anderen Wärme erzeugenden Geräten (einschließlich Verstärkern)
aufstellen.
¡Advertencia! No instale cerca de fuentes de calor tales como radiadores, registros
de calor, estufas u otros aparatos (incluidos amplificadores) que generan calor.
Aviso! Não instale perto de nenhuma fonte de calor tal como radiadores, saídas
de calor, fogões ou outros aparelhos (incluindo amplificadores) que produzam
calor.
Avviso! Non installare vicino a fonti di calore come termosifoni, diffusori di aria
calda, stufe o altri apparecchi (amplificatori compresi) che emettono calore

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Warning! 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.
Avertissement! La sécurité de la prise polarisée ou de la prise de type mise à la
terre ne doit en aucun cas être empêchée de fonctionner. Une prise polarisée
a deux broches, l'une étant plus large que l'autre. Une prise de type mise à la
terre a deux broches et une troisième broche pour la mise à la terre. La broche
large ou la troisième broche sont fournies pour votre sécurité. Si la prise
fournie ne s'insère pas dans votre prise femelle, consultez un électricien pour le
remplacement de la prise femelle obsolète.
Warnung! Der Sicherheitszweck des gepolten bzw. Schukosteckers ist zu
berücksichtigen. Ein gepolter Stecker verfügt über zwei Pole, von denen einer
breiter als der andere ist. Ein Schukostecker verfügt neben den zwei Polen noch
über einen dritten Pol zur Erdung. Der breite Pol bzw. der Erdungspol dienen der
Sicherheit. Wenn der zur Verfügung gestellte Stecker nicht in Ihren Anschluss
passt, konsultieren Sie einen Elektriker, um den veralteten Anschluss zu ersetzen.
¡Advertencia! No eche por tierra la finalidad del tipo de enchufe polarizado con
conexión a tierra. Un enchufe polarizado tiene dos espigas, una más ancha
que la otra. Un enchufe con conexión a tierra tiene dos espigas iguales y una
tercera espiga que sirve para la conexión a tierra. La expiga ancha, o la tercera
espiga, sirven para su seguridad. Si el enchufe suministrado no encaja en el
tomacorriente, consulte con un electricista para reemplazar el tomacorriente
obsoleto.
Aviso! Não anule a finalidade da segurança da ficha polarizada ou do tipo ligação
terra. Uma ficha polarizada tem duas lâminas sendo uma mais larga do que
a outra. Uma ficha do tipo de ligação à terra tem duas lâminas e um terceiro
terminal de ligação à terra. A lâmina larga ou o terceiro terminal são fornecidos
para sua segurança. Se a ficha fornecida não couber na sua tomada, consulte um
electricista para a substituição da tomada obsoleta.
Avviso! Non compromettere la sicurezza della spina polarizzata o con messa a
terra. Una spina polarizzata ha due spinotti, di cui uno più largo. Una spina con
messa a terra ha due spinotti e un terzo polo per la messa a terra. Lo spinotto
largo o il terzo polo sono forniti per motivi di sicurezza. Se la spina fornita non
si inserisce nella presa di corrente, contattare un elettricista per la sostituzione
della presa obsoleta.

Warning! Since the Mains plug is used as the disconnection for the device, it must
remain readily accessible and operable.
Avertissement! Puisque la prise principale est utilisée pour débrancher l'appareil,
elle doit rester aisément accessible et fonctionnelle.
Warnung! Da der Netzstecker als Trennvorrichtung dient, muss er stets zugänglich
und funktionsfähig sein.
¡Advertencia! Puesto que el enchufe de la red eléctrica se utiliza como dispositivo
de desconexión, debe seguir siendo fácilmente accesible y operable.
Aviso! Dado que a ficha principal é utilizada como a desconexão para o dispositivo,
esta deve manter-se prontamente acessível e funcional.
Avviso! Poiché il cavo di alimentazione viene usato come dispositivo di
sconnessione, deve rimane prontamente accessibile e operabile.

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Warning! Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the device.
Avertissement! Protégez le cordon d'alimentation pour que l'on ne marche
pas dessus ou qu'on le pince, en particulier au niveau des prises mâles, des
réceptacles de convenance, et à l'endroit où il sort de l'appareil.
Warnung! Vermeiden Sie, dass auf das Netzkabel getreten oder das Kabel geknickt
wird, insbesondere an den Steckern, den Steckdosen und am Kabelausgang am
Gerät.
¡Advertencia! Proteja el cable de energía para que no se le pise ni apriete, en
especial cerca del enchufe, los receptáculos de conveniencia y el punto del que
salen del equipo.
Aviso! Proteja o cabo de alimentação de ser pisado ou de ser comprimido
particularmente nas fichas, em tomadas de parede de conveniência e no ponto
de onde sai do dispositivo.
Avviso! Proteggere il cavo di alimentazione in modo che nessuno ci cammini sopra
e che non venga schiacciato soprattutto in corrispondenza delle spine e del
punto in cui esce dal dispositivo.

Warning! Unplug this device during lightning storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
Avertissement! Débranchez cet appareil pendant les orages avec éclairsou s'il est
inutilisé pendant de longues périodes.
Warnung! Das Gerät ist bei Gewitterstürmen oder wenn es über lange Zeiträume
ungenutzt bleibt vom Netz zu trennen.
¡Advertencia! Desenchufe este dispositivo durante tormentas eléctricas o cuando
no se lo utilice por largos periodos del tiempo.
Aviso! Desconecte este dispositivo da tomada durante trovoadas ou quando não é
utilizado durante longos períodos de tempo.
Avviso! Utilizzare soltanto i collegamenti e gli accessori specificati e/o venduti dal
produttore, quali il treppiedi e l'esoscheletro.

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Warning! Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required

when the device 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 device,
the device has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or
has been dropped.
Avertissement! Référez-vous au personnel de service qualifié pour tout entretien.
L'entretien est exigé quand l'appareil a été endommagé de quelque manière
que ce soit, par exemple lorsque le cordon d'alimentation ou la prise sont
endommagés, que du liquide a été versé ou des objets sont tombés dans
l'appareil, que l'appareil a été exposé à la pluie ou à l'humidité, ne fonctionne pas
normalement ou est tombé.
Warnung! Das Gerät sollte nur von qualifizierten Fachkräften gewartet werden.
Eine Wartung ist fällig, wenn das Gerät in irgendeiner Weise beschädigt wurde,
wie bei beschädigtem Netzkabel oder Netzstecker, falls Flüssigkeiten oder
Objekte in das Gerät gelangen, das Gerät Regen oder Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt
wurde, nicht ordnungsgemäß funktioniert oder fallen gelassen wurde.
¡Advertencia! Consulte al personal calificado por cuestiones de reparación. El
servicio de reparación se requiere cuando el dispositivo ha recibido cualquier
tipo de daño, por ejemplo cable o espigas dañadas, se ha derramado líquido o
se han caído objetos dentro del dispositivo, el dispositivo ha sido expuesto a la
lluvia o humedad, o no funciona de modo normal, o se ha caído.
Aviso! Remeta todos os serviços de manutenção para o pessoal de assistência
qualificado. A prestação de serviços de manutenção é exigida quando o
dispositivo foi danificado mediante qualquer forma, como um cabo de
alimentação ou ficha que se encontra danificado/a, quando foi derramado
líquido ou caíram objectos sobre o dispositivo, quando o dispositivo foi exposto
à chuva ou à humidade, quando não funciona normalmente ou quando foi
deixado cair.
Avviso! Fare riferimento al personale qualificato per tutti gli interventi di assistenza.
L'assistenza è necessaria quando il dispositivo è stato danneggiato in qualche
modo, ad esempio se il cavo di alimentazione o la spina sono danneggiati, è
stato rovesciato del liquido è stato rovesciato o qualche oggetto è caduto nel
dispositivo, il dispositivo è stato esposto a pioggia o umidità, non funziona
correttamente o è caduto

Warning! Do not open the chassis. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
Opening the chassis will void the warranty unless performed by an AJA service
center or licensed facility.
Avertissement! Ne pas ouvrir le châssis. Aucun élément à l’intérieur du châssis
ne peut être réparé par l’utilisateur. La garantie sera annulée si le châssis est
ouvert par toute autre personne qu’un technicien d’un centre de service ou d’un
établissement agréé AJA.
Warnung! Öffnen Sie das Gehäuse nicht. Keine der Geräteteile können vom
Benutzer gewartet werden. Durch das Öffnen des Gehäuses wird die Garantie
hinfällig, es sei denn, solche Wartungsarbeiten werden in einem AJA-Service-
Center oder einem lizenzierten Betrieb vorgenommen.
¡Advertencia! No abra el chasis. El interior no contiene piezas reparables por el
usuario. El abrir el chasis anulará la garantía a menos que se lo haga en un centro
de servicio AJA o en un local autorizado.
Advertência! Não abra o chassi. Não há internamente nenhuma peça que permita
manutenção pelo usuário. Abrir o chassi anula a garantia, a menos que a abertura
seja realizada por uma central de serviços da AJA ou por um local autorizado.
Avvertenza! Non aprire lo chassis. All’interno non ci sono parti riparabili
dall’utente. L’apertura dello chassis invaliderà la garanzia se non viene effettuata
da un centro ufficiale o autorizzato AJA.

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Warning! Disconnect the external AC power supply line cord(s) from the mains
power before moving the unit.
Avertissement! Retirez le ou les cordons d’alimentation en CA de la source
d’alimentation principale lorsque vous déplacez l’appareil.
Warnung! Trennen Sie die Wechselstrom-Versorgungskabel vom Netzstrom, bevor
Sie das Gerät verschieben.
¡Advertencia! Cuando mueva la unidad desenchufe de la red eléctrica el/los
cable(s) de la fuente de alimentación CA tipo brick.
Advertência! Remova os cabos CA de alimentação brick da rede elétrica ao mover
a unidade.
Avvertenza! Scollegare il cavo dell’alimentatore quando si sposta l’unità.

Warning! Only use attachments and accessories specified and/or sold by the
manufacturer.
Avertissement! Utilisez seulement les attaches et accessoires spécifiés et/ou
vendus par le fabricant.
Warnung! Verwenden Sie nur Zusatzgeräte und Zubehör angegeben und / oder
verkauft wurde durch den Hersteller.
¡Advertencia! Utilice solamente los accesorios y conexiones especificados y/o
vendidos por el fabricante.
Aviso! Utilize apenas equipamentos/acessórios especificados e/ou vendidos pelo
fabricante.
Avviso! Utilizzare soltanto i collegamenti e gli accessori specificati e/o venduti dal
produttore.

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Warranty and Liability Information

Limited Warranty on Hardware.
AJA Video Systems, Inc. (AJA Video) warrants that the hardware product, not
including software components, will be free from defects in materials and
workmanship for a period of five years from the date of purchase. AJA Video provides
a separate software warranty as part of the license agreement applicable to software
components.
If the Customer brings a valid claim under this limited warranty for a hardware
product (hereafter, a “product”) during the applicable warranty period, AJA Video will,
at its sole option and as the Customer’s sole remedy for breach of the above warranty,
provide one of the following remedies:
• Repair or facilitate the repair the product within a reasonable period of time, free
of charge for parts and labor.
• Replace the product with a direct replacement or with a product that performs
substantially the same function as the original product.
• Issue a refund of the original purchase price less depreciation to be determined
based on the age of the product at the time remedy is sought under this limited
warranty.
To obtain service under this warranty, the Customer must notify AJA Video of the
defect before expiration of the warranty period and make suitable arrangements for
the performance of service by contacting AJA Video support through the channels
set forth on the support contacts web page at https://www.aja.com/support.
Except as stated, the Customer shall bear all shipping, packing, insurance and other
costs, excluding parts and labor, to effectuate repair. Customer shall pack and ship
the defective product to a service center designated by AJA Video, with shipping
charges prepaid. AJA Video shall pay to return the product to Customer, but only
if to a location within the country in which the AJA Video service center is located.
SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR
LIMITATIONS ON APPLICABLE STATUTORY RIGHTS OF A CONSUMER, SO SOME OR ALL
OF THE TERMS OF THIS PARAGRAPH MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

Limitation of Liability
Under no circumstances shall AJA video BE LIABLE IN ANY WAY FOR ANY LOST,
CORRUPTED OR DESTROYED DATA, FOOTAGE OR WORK, OR FOR ANY OTHER
INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOST PROFITS,
OR FOR ANY THIRD PARTY CLAIM, IN CONNECTION WITH THE PRODUCT, WHETHER
RESULTING FROM DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT, SOFTWARE OR HARDWARE FAILURE,
OR ANY OTHER CAUSE WHATSOEVER, EVEN IF AJA VIDEO HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE
POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. AJA VIDEO’S LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE
PRODUCT SHALL UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID
FOR THE PRODUCT. The foregoing limitations apply even if any remedy set forth in
this LIMITED WARRANTY fails of its essential purpose. SOME JURISDICTIONS 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; Your Rights.

This limited warranty is the only warranty provided by AJA Video on the hardware
product. It supersedes all prior or contemporaneous understandings regarding such
subject matter. No amendment to or modification of this warranty will be binding
unless in writing and signed by AJA Video. The laws of the State of California, USA
will govern this warranty and any dispute arising from it. Any translation of this
Agreement is intended for convenience and to meet local requirements and in the
event of a dispute between the English and any non-English versions, the English
version of this warranty will govern. This limited warranty gives you specific legal
rights and you may have other rights that vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction, some
of which are noted above.

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Index
Symbols Recommended 5
10-Bit Color 6 Motion Adaptive De-interlacing 6
720p Support Motion Tearing 7
Automatic 6
Manual 6 N
1080p Support Name 19
Automatic 6
Manual 6 O
Overview 4
A
AJA Support 2 S
Assembly 19 Saving Setups 12
Audio Tab Screen 17 Serial Number 19
Software Version 18
B Specifications 20
Block Diagram 8
T
C Technical Support 2
CEA Timing 6 Type 19

D U
Deep Color 6 Update 18
Documentation Update Tab Screen 18
Downloading 10 User Controls 9
Mini-Converter 10
V
F Vertical Locking 7
Features 4 VESA Timing 6
Firmware Version 18 Video Scaling 6
Frame Add/Drop 7 Video Tab Screen 15
Frame Locking 5
Frame Rates 8

H
HP LP2480zx DreamColor 5

I
Info Tab Screen 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 Screen 19
Update Tab Screen 18
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