Extron electronic manual About this Guide, About the AVT 200HD Tuner, Features

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Introduction

This section gives an overview of the Extron AVT 200HD ATSC and Cable TV HD Tuner and describes its significant features. Topics include:

•About this Guide

•About the AVT 200HD Tuner

•Features

•Application Diagram

About this Guide

This guide contains information about the AVT 200HD tuner with instructions for experienced installers on how to install, configure, and operate the equipment.

In this guide, the terms “AVT,“ “AVT 200HD,” and “tuner” are used interchangeably to refer to the AVT 200HD tuner.

About the AVT 200HD Tuner

The AVT 200HD is a high performance tuner that receives ATSC over-the-air broadcast signals and delivers high-definition television (HDTV) video simultaneously on HDMI®, RGBHV, and YUV outputs. It outputs pulse code modulation (PCM) stereo or Dolby® Digital surround (AC-3) formatted audio signals with simultaneous S/PDIF digital and analog balanced and unbalanced stereo. The AVT 200HD also provides clear QAM (unencrypted) cable (CATV) decoding and standard definition video outputs. Additional integrator and user-friendly features include a multi-function on-screen display and channel presets.

Features

Some key features of the AVT 200HD are listed below:

•Over-the-air (ATSC) and cable (CATV) channel reception — Delivers high quality

HD video broadcasts from over-the-air ATSC, and clear QAM signals from cable. A full range of channels are available:

•Over-the-air channels: 2 through 69

•Cable channels: 1 through 135

•Simultaneous HDMI, RGBHV, and HD component video outputs — Selectable

480i, 480p, 720p, and 1080i output rates are available.

•Multiple control options — Can be configured and controlled through the front panel, an optional IR remote control, or a computer or control system that interfaces with the AVT via RS-232, Ethernet, or the front panel USB port.

•Multi-functionn-screen display — Provides an interface for the user with information on the currently tuned channel, signal reception strength, and a guide that lists current and upcoming program information.

•Composite video and S-video outputs — Can be used for standard definition video display and capture or recording when the AVT is set for 480i output.

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Contents AVT 200HD Safety Instructions English FCC Class a Notice Conventions Used in this Guide Contents Html Configuration About this Guide FeaturesAbout the AVT 200HD Tuner AVT 200HD Tuner Introduction Application Diagram for the AVT 200HD Application DiagramInstallation Overview InstallationVideo Output Connectors Rear Panel FeaturesComposite and S-video stacked video output connectors Analog audio output connectors Audio Output ConnectorsRemote Configuration and Control Connectors Input ConnectorDigital audio output connectors Control Connections Wiring for RS-232 ControlEthernet Connection Wiring the IR Link Wiring for IR ControlConnecting the AVT 200HD to the IR Link Connecting to the USB PortFound New Hardware Wizard Opening Screen AVT 200HD Tuner Installation AVT 200HD Front Panel Front Panel FeaturesNBC-4LA Hdcp CompliancePower-up and Default Cycle Screens Example Powering OnMenus on the LCD Screen Using the menusMenu System Overview AVT 200HD Menu Flow Menu flow diagramOption Scans for Channel Setup MenuSelecting the signal source Scanning for channelsScanning Cable Channels with long minor numbersSelecting tune or preset mode Output Configuration MenuSelecting a channel Saving presets Not available via the front panelSelecting the output resolution and refresh rate Recalling presetsSimultaneous Video Output Selecting the display modeResolution Composite Selecting the display aspect ratioSelecting the closed caption service Audio Configuration MenuComm Setting Menu Flow Comm Setting MenusConfiguring the serial port and IP parameters Viewing serial port and IP settingsUnit Reset Menu Flow Unit Reset Menu Resetting from the Front PanelResetting from the Rear Panel Volume ControlExiting the Menu System Reset Modes Summary Activation Result Purpose/Notes Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel Executive Modes Exec Mode Select DisableExecutive Mode Menu Flow Using the AVT 200HD IR Remote ControlArea for Remote Signal Reception Installing batteries in the AVT 100 RemoteButtons on the AVT 200 Remote Control Buttons on the AVT 200HD Remote ControlChannel Selection buttons 0 through Selecting a Channel or Preset Using the IR Remote ControlLocking IR Remote Control Access Using the On-screen Display OSDIntroductory Display Channel Information Display Volume Level DisplayProgram Guide Ethernet Cable Serial PortUSB Port Ethernet PortIP Address Connection TimeoutsEstablishing an Ethernet Connection Copyright message With an RS-232 connection Using SIS CommandsTuner-initiated Messages Chip Security for Parental ControlError Response References Tuner Error ResponsesUsing the Command/Response Tables for SIS Commands X1# Symbol Definitions for AVT 200HD Specific CommandsSpecial Characters X1@X3@ X3# X2@ X2# X2%EX!*X@TVSL Command/Response Table for AVT 200HD SIS CommandsX!*X@TVCH EX!*X@TVCHX2%TVPR EX2RATE EX2%NGEX2&OPOL EX1TVOS EX1TVTMEX1TVPG X1 Fscc X1 TvccX1% Fscc X1%Exafmt X1&FSCCX1*FSCC X2*FSCCX3@ Chip Setup Parental ControlEX* Lang X1$ VolX1$X2@ Chip SetupX3@*X1VCHP X3@*X2@VCHP$ Tvst Other SettingsTvst ‘‘‘‘‘‘‘‘‘‘‘‘‘‘‘‘‘‘‘‘‘‘‘ Information Requests Executive Mode Front Panel LockoutEZI ResetsX4# Symbol Definitions for IP-specific CommandsX5# X5$ X7$ X6#X6$ X7#X8$ X8#EX4!CP Command/Response Table for IP-Specific SIS CommandsEX!CE ECT EX5@CNECN EX5#CTECH EDHEX5$CI ECIX7$ = 0 BmdX9% ,X5$EX4@ *X10# *X10$ PB BptX4@ *X5 EX7$ ,X5$ ID EdiX7$ *X5$ *X4@EMD EX4@MHEMH EX4@MDEX7$ ,X7% ,X7 ,X7*X7& E EvtX7$ ,X7% ,X7 ,X7 EX7$ ,X7% ,X7 ,X7& EEX7$ ,X7% ,X7 ,X8 FE EvtX7$,X7%,X7, stringDownloading and Installing the Software from the Web Accessing the AVT 200HD Configuration & Control SoftwareComputer System Requirements Software Button on the DVD Opening Screen Installing the Software from the DiscStarting the Software Communication Setup Window with Telnet TabRS232 Connection Tab Setup Tab on the Main Window Updating the Firmware Using the Configuration & Control Program Help FileExtron Firmware Loader Window for AVT 200HD Firmware Update in Progress Html Accessing the Web PagesSpecial Characters Example of a Network Password Dialog BoxSystem Status System StatusSystem Settings Configuration PagesUnit Name field IP Settings FieldsDate/Time Settings Fields Date/Time Settings FieldsTuner Settings Tuner SettingsTo show a hidden channel Edit Channels and Presets sectionChannel Scan section To hide a channelExecutive Mode Output Setup sectionSetting a password PasswordsRemoving passwords Firmware Upgrade Firmware UpgradeChoose File Window with a Firmware File Selected Uploading Files File ManagementOther File Management Activities Adding a DirectoryUser Control Control PagesAdjusting the volume Selecting a presetKeypad Closed Captioning Closed CaptioningText Size Text Style Text Fill Text Color ChipChip Screen Movie Rating Parental Control sectionMaximum Allowed TV Rating for Ages section TV Rating Parental Control sectionChange PIN section Video output analog SpecificationsSignal processing RF video inputAudio output digital Video output digitalSync Audio output analogGeneral Power VAC to 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, 25 watts, internalCables Part Numbers and AccessoriesOptional Accessories Included PartsMounting the Tuner Rack Mounting ProcedureUL Guidelines for Rack Mounting Class Name Valid Address Range Identifier Arrangement What is an IP Address?IP Addressing Choosing IP AddressesClass Name Subnet Mask Subnet MaskPinging for the IP Address Pinging to determine the Extron IP addressPinging to determine the web IP address Connecting as a Telnet ClientTelnet tips Connecting to the AVT Open commandIP addresses and octets Subnetting a PrimerGateways Local and remote devicesMasked octets are not compared indicated by X in figure Subnet masks and octetsDetermining whether devices are on the same subnet Unmasked octets are compared indicated by ? in figureAudio Upper Edge Channel Frequency TablesAtsc Frequency Table Physical Lower Edge VideoAtsc Frequency Table HRC Cable Cable Frequency TablePhysical Channel Visual Carrier Frequency MHz Cable Frequency Table Cable Frequency Table Europe USA, Canada, South America Japan Central AmericaEurope, Africa, and the Middle China East Asia Middle East