HDP2 Mini-Converter v1.4r1
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Optimal Performance with HP LP2480zx DreamColor
When using the HDP2 with an HP LP2480zx, the best results are obtained by using the
default HDP2 “Auto” selections (no action required—unless you’ve changed the factory
defaults using the Mini Config software supplied).
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
HDP2.
Manual 720p or 1080p Support
The HDP2 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 HDP2 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 HDP2 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. HDP2 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
HDP2 supports the HDMI 1.3a specification for Deep Color bit depths. In operation, HDP2
can support Deep Color bit depths up to 30 bits/pixel (1.073 billion colors).