AJA U-TAP Series Instrucciones de funcionamiento

U-TAP Series

HDMI or SDI to USB Mini-Converter

Version 1.2

Published February 23, 2017

Installation and Operation Guide

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Contents

Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Contacting AJA Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Chapter 1 – Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

U-TAP Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Simplied Block Diagrams. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Cable Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

In This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Chapter 2 – Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Unpacking U-TAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Installation Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Firmware Update Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Chapter 3 – Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Quicktime Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Appendix A – Specications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

U-TAP HDMI Specications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

U-TAP SDI Specications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Appendix B – Safety and Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Warrantity Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Limited Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Limitation of Liability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

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Chapter 1 – Introduction

Overview

AJA’s U-TAP Mini-Converter series provides video professionals with inexpensive,

extremely compact devices that convert an HDMI 1.4a or 3G-SDI video stream to

USB 3.0. U-TAP accepts up to 1920x1080 HDMI or SDI inputs ranging from 23.98

fps up to 60 fps. The input signal is automatically scaled (if necessary) to the

output size determined by the host application.

The USB 3.0 interface provides enough bandwidth for full broadcast-quality video

and audio, available if the host environment can support that bandwidth. U-TAP is

powered via the USB 3.0 connection with no need for an additional power supply,

minimizing cabling and maximizing portability.

NOTE: U-TAP is compatible with standard UVC video/UAC audio drivers, which means

wide USB support by OS X and Windows operating systems, with no need

to install special drivers, and can work directly with a broad range of video

applications (for example, VLC or QuickTime player).

Two models of U-TAP are available, each with different input capabilities.

U-TAP Features

• One USB 3.0 port

• 8-bit video support

• 2-Channel embedded audio support

• Rugged compact size

• Power via USB

U-TAP-HDMI Models

• One HDMI v1.4a input

NOTE: U-TAP does not support HDCP.

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U-TAP-SDI Models

• One 3G-SDI BNC input

• One 3G-SDI BNC looping output

Video Signal Formats

The Video Signal Formats supported by U-TAP are listed in Appendix A:

Specifications (see page 11).

U-TAP Firmware

The latest U-TAP-HDMI and U-TAP-SDI firmware is installed on the units before

shipment. The firmware can be updated using a downloadable zip file for either

PC or Mac that includes readme instructions and all the required files.

Simplified Block Diagrams

Figure 1. U-TAP-HDMI Block Diagram

Conguration

(PC or Mac)

USB type B Port

Video Out with

2 Ch Audio

Control

HDMI

RCVR

U-TAP-HDMI

Video and

Audio

Processing

USB

Interface

HDMI In with

Embedded

Audio

Figure 2. U-TAP-SDI Block Diagram

SDI

RCVR

SDI Loop Out

SDI In with

Embedded

Audio

U-TAP-SDI

Conguration

(PC or Mac)

USB type B Port

Video Out with

2 Ch Audio

Control

Video and

Audio

Processing

USB

Interface

Cable Connections

U-TAP connections are made directly to the unit’s connectors located on each

side. LEDs also report various statuses by color.

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Figure 3. U-TAP-HDMI Connectors and LEDs (on Each Side)

Lock LED

Status LED

USB type B

Connector

Power LED

HDMI Input

Status LED

• O = not connected

• Red = USB connected to a USB 2.0 port

• Green = USB connected to a USB 3.0 port

• Blinking = U-TAP is streaming video, audio, or both

Power LED

• O = no power

• Green = power present

U-TAP HDMI LOCK LED

• O = not locked to source video

• Green = locked to SD video source

• Red = locked to HD video source

Figure 4. U-TAP-SDI Connectors and LEDs (on Each Side)

Lock LED

Status LED

USB type B

Connector

Power LED

SDI Input

BNC

SDI Loop

Output BNC

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Status LED

• O = not connected

• Red = USB connected to a USB 2.0 port

• Green = USB connected to a USB 3.0 port

• Blinking = U-TAP is streaming video, audio, or both

Power LED

• O = no power

• Green = power present

U-TAP SDI LOCK LED

• O = not locked to source video

• Green = locked to 270Mbps source

• Red = locked to 1.5Gbps video source

• Amber = locked to 3Gbps video source

In This Manual

Chapter 1 is the introduction listing features, box contents, and general

information.

Chapter 2 provides instructions for installation.

Chapter 3 provides basic operational information.

Appendix A presents a list of technical specifications for the product.

Appendix B contains relevant Safety & Compliance information.

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Chapter 2 – Installation

Unpacking U-TAP

As you unpack U-TAP, carefully examine the unit to ensure that nothing was

damaged during shipment. If you find any damage, immediately notify the

shipping service and supply them with a complete description of the damage.

AJA will repair or replace damaged units. If you find shipping damage, contact

your AJA dealer or distributor for details on how to have your U-TAP repaired or

replaced.

Save packing materials and the shipping box. If you ever require service or move

your system—use the packaging materials and box for safe shipment.

After you unpack your U-TAP, go to the AJA website to download the latest

software package and updated documentation. You will need a USB cable to

connect to your computer.

Installation Overview

The installation and setup of U-TAP is very simple. The steps of installation and

configuration are discussed here and summarized as follows:

1. Unpack the shipping box (see above).

2. Ensure that appropriate application software is installed on your USB

equipped computer, as detailed in its user documentation.

3. Connect the U-TAP USB output port to your computer, using the provided

cable. The U-TAP is powered through the USB 3.0 port.

NOTE: The first time U-TAP is connected to a computer extra time may be required for

the OS to access and configure the appropriate drivers. On Windows machines

could take from 3 to 5 minutes. On Macs this time should be much shorter.

Each OS should report successful driver installation. Subsequent U-TAP USB

connections should occur immediately.

4. Connect the SDI or HDMI input to your source device.

5. U-TAP will now be operational, automatically detecting the input signal

format and decoding the video (and two channels of embedded audio if

present) to the USB output.

NOTE: Connecting multiple U-TAPs could compromise power delivery, and excessive USB

bus traffic (from another U-TAP or other devices sharing that USB bus) can reduce

the computer’s performance.

6. Launch your video application on the connected computer and use its

UI controls to access the video and audio being converted by U-TAP. For

example:

• For VLC, go to Media/Open Capture device, and select U-TAP.

• For QuickTime Player, go to File menu, click New Movie Recording, and

select U-TAP using the down arrow next to the record button.

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Figure 5. Typical U-TAP-HDMI Laptop System Connections

HDMI

Digital Video

Camera

USB

Computer

Running Video

Applications

Figure 6. Typical U-TAP-SDI Laptop System Connections

SDI

Loop Out

SDI

Video Switcher

USB

Computer

Running Video

Applications

SDI

Monitor

Firmware Update Procedure

U-TAP firmware and updater .zip files are available for download from the AJA

website:

1. Download from the AJA website the free AJA_U-TAP.zip package for your

computer operating system.

• AJA_U-TAP_Win_.zip. or

• A JA _U -TAP_ M ac _. zip

2. Extract the .zip le on your computer.

3. Connect the U-TAP Mini-Converter to your computer with the provided

USB3 cable.

NOTE: Only one U-TAP should be connected to your computer when updating firmware.

4. Run the .dmg or .exe le and install the Updater application.

5. Launch the AJA U-TAP Updater application. If a connected U-TAP is found,

a window opens reporting the current rmware versions installed and the

versions available for update.

NOTE: If a U-TAP is not detected, a No Module Connected message is displayed.

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Figure 7. U-TAP Updater Screen

6. Click on the Update button to update the U-TAP rmware.

7. A progress bar will report the progress of each rmware update.

NOTE: Macs typically require 2 or 3 minutes to install the U-TAP firmware. Windows

machines typically install the U-TAP firmware in about a minute.

8. When complete, a message indicates the U-TAP must be rebooted.

9. Reboot the U-TAP by disconnecting and reconnecting the USB cable.

10. Your U-TAP will now be operational with the new rmware.

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