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TWO-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
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of purchase, except for CRTs and LCDs, which are warranted for a period of one year. During this warranty period, Videotek will,
at its option, repair or replace defective products at no charge for the parts or labor. Batteries are not covered in the warranty.
For warranty service or repair, this product must be returned to a service facility designated by Videotek in the original packing or
its equivalent. The purchaser shall insure the product and prepay shipping charges to Videotek, and Videotek shall insure the
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purchaser, connecting the product to incompatible equipment, misuses, operation outside any environmental specification for the
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Printed January 2007
Item #061781 Rev. -
Copyright © 2007 by Videotek, Inc.
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Contents of this publication may not be reproduced in any form without permission of Videotek, Inc.
This instrument, in whole or in part, may be protected by one or more US (US Patent 6,069,607) or foreign patents or
patent applications.
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VTM-2000
Multi-Format SD-SDI Monitor
Installation and Operation Handbook

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Videotek VTM-2000 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Display TypeCRT
StandardsNTSC, PAL, SECAM
Screen Size20 inches
InputsComposite
Input ConnectorsBNC

Summary

Section 1 Introduction

Video Standards Supported

Lists the video standards supported by the VTM-2000, including SD and analog formats.

Service and Support

Information on obtaining service, support, and return procedures for the VTM-2000.

Section 2 Installation

Inspecting the Shipment

Instructions for checking the contents of the VTM-2000 shipment and reporting damage.

Rack Mounting the VTM-2000

Guidance on how to mount the VTM-2000 unit in a rack, ensuring proper ventilation.

Connecting the VTM-2000

Details on connecting the VTM-2000 back panel connectors for various inputs and outputs.

Ethernet Setup

Configuration steps for the VTM-2000 Ethernet interface, including IP addressing.

Configuring Remote Control

How to connect and configure the RCU-2000 remote control panel with the VTM-2000.

Section 3 General Operation

Terms

Definitions of key terms used in the manual, such as Pane, Display, and Quad.

Introduction to Operating the VTM-2000

Overview of the VTM-2000's display modes and basic operational concepts.

Types of Controls

Explains the three main types of controls: Display Modifiers, Pane Menu, and Global Setup.

Display Modes

How to select panes, switch to full-screen, and choose video input sources.

Navigation and Menus

Guide to navigating the VTM-2000's setup and pane menus using buttons and knobs.

Display Overview

Explanation of the VTM-2000's display screens, including the Quad and Full views.

Waveform Display Operations

How to use and interpret the waveform display, including controls and menus.

Vector Display Operations

How to use and interpret the vector display, including controls and menus.

Picture Display

Instructions on how to view the picture of the selected video input.

Alarm Status Display

How to view and interpret alarm status information and colors.

Audio Display and Scales

How to configure and interpret audio displays, including scales and meters.

Vertical Audio Displays

Details on the vertical audio meter display, including bar graphs and Lissajous.

Presets Management

How to store, recall, and manage user-configurable presets and factory presets.

Section 4 Global Setup Menu Functions

Navigating the Setup Menu

Guide to navigating the global setup menu using buttons and navigation knobs.

Setup Menu Structure

Overview of the global setup menu items and their corresponding table and description pages.

Video Format Configuration

Settings for automatically or manually selecting the video format reference standard.

Waveform Setup Configuration

Configuration options for the digital waveform graticule, pedestal, and scale.

Vector Setup Configuration

Configuration options for PAL overlay, SD I/Q lines, vector intensity, and contrast.

Audio Setup Configuration

Settings for audio types, display, input mapping, and meter response.

Display Setup Configuration

Settings for display colors, graticule intensity, screen saver, and time code.

Communications Setup Configuration

Configuration for Ethernet and RCU port communication settings.

System Setup Configuration

Options for system configuration, including panel lockout and password management.

Section 5 Alarm Descriptions

Setting Alarms

Explanation of how to set alarm limits using sensitivity and duration parameters.

Audio Alarms

Descriptions of audio alarm conditions such as Peak Audio and Loss of Sound.

Digital Video Alarms

Descriptions of digital video alarms like Loss of Carrier and Digital Gamut.

Analog Video Alarms

Descriptions of analog video alarms such as Loss of Signal and SC/H Phase.

Section 6 Troubleshooting

Cold Starting the VTM-2000

Procedures for performing a cold start to reset factory defaults.

Warm Start Procedures

Procedure for performing a warm start, which resets without losing presets.

Updating and Cold Start

Steps for performing a cold start after a VFlash update.

Problem Resolution

Common problems, their possible causes, and solutions for the VTM-2000.

Appendix A Specifications

Video Specifications

Technical specifications for video inputs, data rates, connectors, and signal levels.

Audio Specifications

Technical specifications for analog and digital audio inputs, outputs, and impedance.

Control Specifications

Technical specifications for control interfaces like GPI, GPO, and Remote.

Display Specifications

Technical specifications related to the display capabilities, including waveform and vector accuracy.

Time Code & Magnification Specs

Specifications for time code input, magnification, VFlash, and remote control.

Power, Mechanical, Environmental Specs

Electrical power requirements, physical dimensions, weight, and environmental conditions.

Accessories and Options

List of standard accessories included and available optional features.

Appendix B Pinouts

Analog Audio Connector Pinouts

Pinout details for the 37-pin D-sub analog audio IN/OUT connector.

XGA Output Connector Pinouts

Pinout details for the 15-pin D-sub XGA output connector.

GPI/Tally Connector Pinouts

Pinout details for the GPI/Tally connector and breakout board.

Remote & VFlash Connector Pinouts

Pinout details for the RJ-11 Remote and RJ-45 VFlash connectors.

Appendix C RCU-2000 Remote Control Unit

Installing the RCU-2000

Step-by-step guide for installing the RCU-2000 remote control unit.

Operating the RCU-2000

How to operate the RCU-2000 remote control, including selecting VTM-2000 units.

RCU-2000 Troubleshooting

Common problems and their solutions for the RCU-2000 remote control.

RCU-2000 Specifications

Technical specifications for the RCU-2000, including power and dimensions.

Appendix D Glossary

Glossary Terms

Definitions of technical terms used throughout the VTM-2000 manual.

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