WORLD HEADQUARTERS
55 Cabot Court
Hauppauge, NY 11788
TEL: (631) 273-0404 FAX: (631) 273-1638
WWW: http://www.commspecial.com
EMAIL: info@commspecial.com
Communications Specialties Pte Ltd
Serving the Asia Pacific Region
100 Beach Road
#22-09 Shaw Tower
Singapore 189702
TEL: +65 6391 8790 FAX: +65 6396 0138
email: csiasia@commspecial.com
Copyright © 2001
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction_______________________________________________________ 2
Installation _______________________________________________________ 3
Operation ________________________________________________________ 4
Output Timing Specifications _________________________________________ 5
Troubleshooting ___________________________________________________ 6
Accessories _______________________________________________________ 6
Rear Connector Pin-outs _____________________________________________ 7
User and Certification Information _____________________________________ 8
Statement of Warranty ______________________________________________ 8
INCLUDED WITH THIS PRODUCT YOU SHOULD HAVE:
1 -
Deuce
®
SDQ
Intelligent Video Scaler
1 - AC power line cord
1 - 12 foot composite video input cable
1 - 12 foot S-Video input cable
1 - User’s Manual
1 - Product Registration card
AVAILABLE OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES:
• 15-pin VGA adapter cables for
Deuce SDQ’s
VGA output
• AC line cords for North America, Japan, or Europe
• Rackmounting kits
Deuce
is a registered trademark of Communications Specialties, Inc.
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing
Deuce SDQ,
the Intelligent Video Scaler. With Deuce SDQ, you now have the ability to
enjoy high-resolution, film-like images from any standard video source, including broadcast or cable TV, video tape,
DVD and laser disc. Deuce SDQ offers a unique, automatic
Motion Compensation
feature that will adapt to the specific
type of input source image.
When viewing NTSC sources, Deuce SDQ's motion compensation feature automatically selects one of three different
motion compensation techniques: adaptive frame (inverse 3:2 pulldown) for original film material, vertical temporal
and static mesh. (When viewing PAL sources, inverse 3:2 pulldown is not applicable.) Because each technique is set
specifically for the type of input image, the result is the clearest, crispest picture quality possible, making Deuce SDQ
ideal for Home Theater and Professional A/V applications. Packed with other great features such as three scaled output
resolutions (800x600, 1024x768 and 1280x1024) and standard line doubling and quadrupling outputs, Deuce SDQ
is one incredibly versatile scaler. Additional features include Composite, S-Video and Y-C
B
-C
R
component inputs and
RGB or Y-C
B
-C
R
component outputs, plus an RS-232 remote. An internal power supply and simple, intuitive user-
interface round out this sleek, compact unit.
Like all products from Communications Specialties, Deuce SDQ comes with our continuing commitment to provide
support. In order to assist us in this process, please be sure to mail in your product registration card. This will make
it easier for us to notify you with any new product announcements or other information concerning our product line.
Should you need to contact us for support, our office is open Monday through Friday, from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern
Time. We also offer a comprehensive web site for your added convenience. (www.commspecial.com)
Thank you for choosing Deuce SDQ. As always, we welcome your comments and suggestions.
Communications Specialties, Inc.
55 Cabot Court
Hauppauge, N.Y. 11788 USA
Tel: (631) 273-0404
Fax: (631) 273-1638
Email: info@commspecial.com
Customers in the Asia Pacific Region should contact:
Communications Specialties Pte Ltd
100 Beach Road
#22-09 Shaw Tower
Singapore 189702
Tel: +65 6391 8790
Fax: +65 6391 0138
Email: csiasia@commspecial.com
www.commspecial.com
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INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION STEPS:
1.
Connect the provided AC power cord into the connector marked Power on the rear of Deuce SDQ and plug
the other end into an AC outlet. This is an auto-sensing universal input power supply and is compatible with
worldwide standards.
Connect a video source to either the COMPOSITE, S-VIDEO or COMPONENT input on the rear panel.
Connect a computer monitor, projector or display to the VGA compatible connector on the rear panel.
2.
3.
AVAILABLE OUTPUTS:
There are three output configurations available on the output VGA connector: RGBHV, RGBS and Y-C
B
-C
R
. The rear
panel switch next to the output connector selects one of the three output types. The individual signals on the HD-15
connector are defined on page 7. Rear connector pin-outs for the output configuration are selected by this switch.
REMOTE CONTROL:
Deuce SDQ provides for a hard-wired RS-232 remote control connection using a 3-pin Phoenix-type connector on the
rear panel. The baud rate is 9600 baud, no parity, 1 start bit, 1 stop bit. The pin out is as follows:
1 - Ground
2 - Receive Data
3 - Transmit Data
Please refer to the accompanying manual, "RS-232 Remote Control Protocol" or our web site at
www.commspecial.com for detailed specifications on the command structure for this remote control part.
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OPERATION
Deuce SDQ is designed to operate properly with any projector or display while requiring minimal set-up and
adjustments.
SELECTING AN INPUT:
There are three buttons on the front panel for directly selecting one of the three inputs. The LED that is lit indicates
the active selection. The three input options are:
Video (composite)
S-Video (Y/C)
Y-C
B-
C
R
(component)
SELECTING AN OUTPUT FORMAT:
Deuce SDQ provides the five output formats listed below. Pressing the output format button on the front panel will
cycle through the choices. The LED that is lit indicates the current output format.
800 x 600
1024 x 768
1280 x 1024
Line double
Line quadruple
MOTION COMPENSATION:
The automatic motion compensation feature will analyze the input source and choose the appropriate compensa-
tion. Deuce SDQ will automatically select between inverse 3:2 pulldown (adaptive frame), vertical temporal and
static mesh modes. With a PAL input, inverse 3:2 pulldown is not used.
SPECIAL KEY FUNCTIONS:
There are several functions that can be activated by pressing a combination of keys simultaneously:
Key Panel Lockout:
Press the VIDEO and S-VIDEO buttons at the same time to lock out the key panel.
Key Panel Unlock:
Press the S-VIDEO and COMPONENT buttons at the same time to unlock the key panel and
allow normal operation.
System Reset:
Press the COMPONENT and the OUTPUT FORMAT buttons at the same time to reset the unit and
return all settings to their factory defaults.
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OUTPUT TIMING SPECIFICATIONS
The timing specifications for the five output formats follow VESA specifications where applicable.
OUTPUT FORMAT
800 x 600
1024 x 768
1280 x 1024
Line Double
Line Quadruple
INPUT TYPE
NTSC
PAL
NTSC
PAL
NTSC
PAL
NTSC
PAL
NTSC
PAL
H(kHz)
37.7
31.4
48.4
40.3
63.9
53.3
31.5
31.3
63.0
62.5
V(Hz)
59.94
50
59.94
50
59.94
50
59.94
50
59.94
50
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TROUBLESHOOTING
IF THIS IS YOUR PROBLEM:
THEN CHECK TO SEE:
Nothing works or
no video output:
Are any of the LEDs lit? Is the Deuce SDQ plugged into the AC wall outlet?
Is video source connected to the unit and is it putting out a video signal
as viewed on a video monitor?
Is the VCR or video source in the proper mode to output video as
required?
Have you selected the proper input on the unit (VIDEO, S-VIDEO or
COMPONENT) for the source selected as the active input?
Is the source of the video ON?
There is video on the output
display but it appears out of sync:
If you are using 5 BNC or RCA connectors to the output display, try
reversing the H and V sync connectors.
Make sure the display is capable of supporting the resolution you selected
on the front of the unit. Try a lower resolution.
ACCESSORIES
The following accessories are available for
Deuce SDQ.
They may be ordered from your dealer or from
Communications Specialties. If you need an accessory that isn’t listed below or have a specific application for which
you need assistance, please give us a call.
Item #
1240
1241
1119-006
1119-025
1119-050
1119-100
1206
Description
Single rackmount kit. This kit allows one
Deuce SDQ
to be rackmounted.
Double rackmount kit. This kit allows two
Deuce SDQ
to be rackmounted.
6 ft. VGA extension cable
25 ft. VGA 15-pin M/F output extension cable
50 ft. VGA 15-pin M/F output extension cable
100 ft. VGA 15-pin M/F output extension cable
6 ft. HD-15 male to 5x BNC cable
Custom cable lengths are available. Call for information.
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REAR CONNECTOR PIN-OUTS
VGA COMPATIBLE OUTPUT:
(HD-15 CONNECTOR)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
1
2
3
4
RGBHV
Red
Green
Blue
n/c
Ground
Ground
Ground
Ground
n/c
Ground
n/c
n/c
H-Sync out
V-Sync out
n/c
RGBS
Red
Green
Blue
n/c
Ground
Ground
Ground
Ground
n/c
Ground
n/c
n/c
Composite sync
n/c
n/c
Y-C
B
-C
R
C
R
Y
C
B
n/c
Ground
Ground
Ground
Ground
n/c
Ground
n/c
n/c
n/c
n/c
n/c
S-VIDEO INPUT:
Ground
Ground
Luminance
Chrominance
Y in
Ground
C
B
in
Ground
C
R
in
Ground
Composite video in
Ground
Ground
Receive data
Transmit data
COMPONENT INPUT:
(3 FEMALE RCA CONNECTORS)
Y center
Y outer
C
B
center
C
B
outer
C
R
center
C
R
outer
center
outer
1 (left)
2 (middle)
3 (right)
VIDEO INPUT:
(FEMALE RCA CONNECTOR)
RS-232 REMOTE:
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USER & CERTIFICATION INFORMATION
FCC STATEMENT
WARNING:
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and
if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interfer-
ence to radio communications. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class A computing device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which
are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated
in a commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely
to cause interference in which case the user, at his own expense, will be required to take
whatever measures may be required to correct the interference.
This product meets requirements for category E4 equipment utilizing the sample,
limits and methods described in AECO Test Report Number STR-19801-1.
Standards to which conformity is declared: EN 55103-1:1996 EN 55103-2:1997
UL INFORMATION
CE INFORMATION
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRONIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT OPEN.
This symbol warns the user of uninsulated volt-
age within the unit that can cause
dangerous electronic shocks.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRONIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER
SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This symbol alerts the user that there are important
operating and maintenance instructions in the litera-
ture accompanying this unit.
WARRANTY
Communications Specialties, Inc. (CSI) warrants that for a period of three (3) years after purchase by the Buyer,
Deuce SDQ
will be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service. A Return Material Authorization (RMA)
number must be obtained from CSI before any equipment is returned by the Buyer. All material must be shipped to CSI at the
expense and risk of the Buyer.
CSI’s obligation under this warranty will be limited, at its option, to either the repair or replacement of defective units, including
free materials and labor. In no event shall CSI be responsible for any incidental or consequential damages or loss of profits or
goodwill.
CSI shall not be obligated to replace or repair equipment that has been damaged by fire, war, acts of God, or similar causes,
or equipment that has been serviced by unauthorized personnel, altered, improperly installed or abused.
RMA numbers and repairs can be obtained by contacting our sales department or by visiting our web site:
http://www.commspecial.com
Communications Specialties, Inc.
55 Cabot Court
Hauppauge, N.Y. 11788 USA
Tel: (631) 273-0404
Fax: (631) 273-1638
Email: info@commspecial.com
Customers in the Asia Pacific Region should contact:
Communications Specialties Pte Ltd
100 Beach Road
#22-09 Shaw Tower
Singapore 189702
Tel: +65 6391 8790
Fax: +65 6396 0138
Email: csiasia@commspecial.com
Please have your serial number (located underneath Deuce SDQ) available when contacting us.
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RS-232 REMOTE CONTROL PROTOCOL
WORLD HEADQUARTERS
55 Cabot Court
Hauppauge, NY 11788
TEL: (631) 273-0404 FAX: (631) 273-1638
WWW: http://www.commspecial.com
EMAIL: info@commspecial.com
Communications Specialties Pte Ltd
Serving the Asia Pacific Region
100 Beach Road
#22-09 Shaw Tower
Singapore 189702
TEL: +65 6391 8790 FAX: +65 6396 0138
email: csiasia@commspecial.com
Copyright © 2001
P/N 121533 Rev. C
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Communications Specialties, Inc.
55 Cabot Court
Hauppauge, NY 11788 USA
TEL: (631) 273-0404
FAX: (631) 273-1638
WWW: http://www.commspecial.com
EMAIL: info@commspecial.com
CONTENTS
Introduction ................................................................................ 2
Operation ................................................................................. 2-3
Remote Command Table ............................................................ 4
INTRODUCTION
Communications Specialties Pte Ltd
100 Beach Road
#22-09 Shaw Tower
Singapore 189702
TEL: +65 6391 8790
FAX: +65 6396 0138
EMAIL: csiasia@commspecial.com
Thank you for purchasing Deuce
SDQ. This manual only
includes information regarding the RS-232 Remote Control Protocol
for Deuce SDQ. For complete operating instructions, please refer to
the User’s Manual that came with your unit.
Should you need to contact us for support, our office is open
Monday through Friday, from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern Time.
We also offer a comprehensive web site for your added conve-
nience.
Thank you for choosing Deuce SDQ. As always, we welcome
your comments and suggestions.
OPERATION
COMMUNICATION