
Introduction
This section provides an overview of the DSC HD-HD scaler, covering the following topics:
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About this Guide
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About the DSC HD-HD
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Features
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Application Diagram
About this Guide
The
DSC HD-HD User Guide
describes the Extron DSC HD-HD Scaler and provides
instructions for experienced installers to install, configure, and operate it.
In this guide the terms “scaler” and “DSC” are used interchangeably to refer to the
DSC HD-HD.
About the DSC HD-HD
The DSC HD-HD is a single input and output, HDCP compliant, HDMI-to-HDMI scaler
that accepts multiple video resolutions and offers multiple output rates. It provides
30-bit processing and 1080i, 576i, and 480i deinterlacing, as well as embedded audio.
Configuration and control are provided via front panel controls with an on-screen display
(OSD) and a front panel USB Config port. Simple Instruction Set (SIS) commands and the
Windows
®
-based configuration software can be used to communicate with the DSC via
the front panel Config port.
The DSC HD-HD accepts computer and SMPTE video resolutions up to 1920x1200,
1080p @ 60 Hz, and 2K, with output rates from 480p to 1920x1200, including HDTV
1080p @ 60 Hz, and 2K. It can embed two-channel or multi-channel HDMI audio in the
output.
The unit has a compact 1 inch (2.54 mm) high by a quarter-rack wide by 6 1/2 inches
(21.5 cm) deep enclosure and can be rack or furniture mounted.
Features
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HDMI video cross conversion
— Provides high quality scaling and conversion of
HDMI video resolutions and frame rates.
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Input and output connectors
— One female HDMI input and one female HDMI
output connector
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Advanced scaling engine
— Performs image scaling and video format conversion
at 30-bit precision for enhanced color accuracy and picture detail. High performance
deinterlacing for 480i, 576i, and 1080i signals from HD sources delivers optimized
image quality.
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Accepts multiple HDMI signal formats
— Accepts HDMI signals with resolutions
up to 1920x1200, 1080p @ 60 Hz, and 2K, and is compatible with standard
definition and high resolution video.
DSC HD-HD • Introduction
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