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PT-TOOL-500

PureTools - 4K HDMI LCD Test Monitor and 4K Signal Source

The PureTools - 4K HDMI LCD Test Monitor and 4K Signal Source is a device with an HDMI interface that functions both as a 4K LCD test monitor and a 4K signal source.

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Chapter 1 of 18

Safety and Notice

The PT-TOOL-500 HDMI 2.0 LCD Test Pattern Monitor has been tested for conformance to safety regulations and requirements, and has been certified for international use. However, like all electronic equipments, the PT-TOOL-500 should be used with care. Please read and follow the safety instructions to protect yourself from possible injury and to minimize the risk of damage to the unit.

  • Follow all instructions and warnings marked on this unit.
  • Do not attempt to service this unit yourself, except where explained in this manual.
  • Provide proper ventilation and air circulation and do not use near water.
  • Keep objects that might damage the device and assure that the placement of this unit is on a stable surface.
  • Use only the power adapter and power cords and connection cables designed for this unit.
  • Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners to clean this unit. Always unplug the power to the device before cleaning.
Chapter 2 of 18

Introduction

The PT-TOOL-500 HDMI 2.0 LCD Test Pattern Monitor is a versatile HDMI 2.0 toolbox with full bandwidth and HDCP 2.2 support. For ease of HDMI 2.0 installations, PT-TOOL-500 is equipped with both HDMI 2.0 pattern generator and analyzer. With this handy and portable gadget, users will appreciate at the built-in long hour operation chargeable battery, video patterns, touch panel control, cloud based firmware upgrade access and many other features such as HDCP analyzer or loop test in single piece of device. In the meantime, PT-TOOL-500 can support 8 channel LPCM audio with selectable sample rate. One more attractive feature of PT-TOOL-500 comes from bypassing HDMI input to the connected display or built-in 4.3” touch panel to allow users to verify HDMI sources instantly.
PT-TOOL-500 is the most cost effective HDMI 2.0 tool in the market to make HDMI installation much easier than ever.

Chapter 3 of 18

Features

  • 4K2K60 4:4:4 8bit, 4K2K60 4:2:0 10bit HDR pattern generator
  • 4.3” touch panel
  • Supports mouse control
  • Supports user control device through Ethernet
  • Firmware update through USB Flash Drive
  • Supports user defined pattern up to 2GB
  • Embedded LINUX KERNAL system with limitless extension
  • Scrambler supported for videos over 340MHz output wise
  • Loop test capability to provide statistics analysis for connection stability
  • Supports HDMI loop through function
  • HDCP test allow verify HDCP of HDMI source and transmit HDCP encrypted video
  • Qualified physical layer performance to ensure the best compatibility
  • Battery powered for portability, it can extend operation time with full load up to 4 hours
  • Rechargeable battery design with short charging time about 2 hours.
Chapter 4 of 18

Package Contents

Note: Before using the PT-TOOL-500, please plugging the power adapter to switch off the shipping mode.

  • 1x PT-TOOL-500
  • 1x IR blaster 1x IR receiver
  • 2x DC 24V
  • 1x User Manual
Chapter 5 of 18

Specification

Technical

Role of usageGenerator / Analyzer
Video bandwidthSingle link 600MHz [18Gbps]
HDMI complianceHDMI 2.0 and below
HDCP complianceHDCP 2.2 and below
Video SupportUp to 4K2K60 4:4:4 8bit, 4K2K60 4:2:0 10bit (HDR)
Video Format SupportHDMI
Audio support8ch LPCM up to 192K
ControlUSB mouse / touch panel / Ethernet
ESD protectionHuman body model — ±15kV [air-gap discharge] & ±8kV [contact discharge]
Input1x HDMI + 1xUSB + 1x RJ-45(Ethernet)
Output1x HDMI + 1x 3.5mm(Stereo)
USB SupportUSB 2.0
HDMI connectorType A [19-pin female]
USB ConnectorType A
RJ-45 connectorWE/SS 8P8C with 2 LED indicators

Mechanical

HousingMetal enclosure
Dimensions [L x D x H]
Model105 x 166 x 42mm[4.1" x 6.6" x 1.7"]
Package371 x 170 x 77mm[1'5" x 6.7" x 3"]
Carton410 x 368 x 393mm[1'3" x 1'4" x 1'5"]
Weight
Model765g [27oz]
Package1294g [2.8 lbs]
Power supply12V 5A DC / Battrery
Power consumption15 Watts
Operation temperature0~40°C [32~104°F]
Storage temperature-20~60°C [-4~140°F]
Relative humidity20~90% RH [no condensation]
Chapter 6 of 18

Connection Diagram

PT-TOOL-500 connection diagram with HDMI, USB, CAT5/5e/6, and AUDIO connections to Flat Panel Display, Blu-ray Player, Mouse/USB, and Router.

Chapter 7 of 18

Panel Description

Front Panel

  1. OUTPUT: HDMI output
  2. INPUT: HDMI input
  3. Stereo Out: Analog audio output
  4. USB: Connect to USB device for control or firmware update
  5. Ethernet: Ethernet control
  6. +12V DC: 12V 5A DC power jack
  7. Power Switch: Power ON/OFF switch
  8. Touch Panel: Touch screen for control

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Chapter 8 of 18

Menu Operation

The major functions of the device are listed below

  • HDMI Generator
  • HDMI Receiver
  • HDCP Test
  • EDID Test
  • Loop Test

Please refer the table below and the following section to know how to operate these functions.

OUTPUT SETTING

Menu ItemsRemark
Signal FormatTYPE select the HDMI/DVI signal type information (color space and color depth)
RESOLUTIONsetting the TV/PC resolution and frequency
VIDEO PatternDEFAULT multiple patterns to test HDMI device, it also provides user to set the timer and moving squares
ALBUM
PCM Audio ToneMUTE mute / unmute the PCM audio
TONEfor user setting the audio information to test audio on HDTV or other A/V receivers
Setting SCRAMBLERfor user to understand the signal encode a message situation

TEST SETTING

Menu ItemsRemark
Source
Formatread format information from source
Videoprovide small screen for user to check the video information and also provide video pass through to the display
Audioread audio information
Packetread packet
HDCPenable HDCP function (1.4/2.0)
Sink
EDIDEDID analyzer or learn EDID from RX
HDCPHDCP test
Loopevaluate the quality of cables or EUT

SYSTEM SETTING *MEMU ITEMS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTIFICATION.

Menu ItemsRemark
Preference Screen Brightnessadjust the screen brightness
BEEP ON/OFFsystem sound
EthernetDHCP
Static IP
Firmwareupgrade the firmware
Batterybattery status
Chapter 9 of 18

Generator

After making the physical connections between PT-TOOL-500 and the display device. User can select different generator function to display on the sink device under test.

PT-TOOL-500 as HDMI Generator

  1. Selecting the Signal Format PT-TOOL-500 provides different signal resolution and signal types for user to select. User can touch the Signal Format Tab to select the signal type (HDMI / DVI) and signal resolution (HDTV / PC).

The HDTV resolution is up to 4K2K 60Hz and PC resolution is up to 1920x1200 60Hz.

  1. Rendering Test Patterns on an HDTV PT-TOOL-500 provides multiple test patterns for user select to test HDTV. User can select the desired test pattern from the video pattern menu.
  2. User Defined Pattern Besides the embedded test patterns, PT-TOOL-500 also provides user defined patterns function for user to use custom test image. More details please see the Upgrade PT-TOOL-500 section.
  3. Testing Digital Audio on an HDTV or A/V Receiver The PCM Audio Tone menu provides user for test audio on HDTV or other A/V receivers. In the PCM SINE WAVE menu, user can set up the bits per sample, sample rate, level and audio channel.
  4. Testing HDCP on an HDMI TV or HDMI device PT-TOOL-500 provides user to test HDCP on an HDMI equipped HDTV. For more details please see the HDCP test section.
Chapter 10 of 18

Receiver

PT-TOOL-500 as HDMI Analyzer

  1. Source Information from the HDMI source In the Test/Source menu, user can touch the read/refresh button to get the video format, source audio and packet

information from the HDMI source device.

  1. Testing the Video from the HDMI source PT-TOOL-500 supports the incoming video from HDMI source/device to ensure user is receiving a valid video signal by displaying the information of incoming signal. The video information also will inform user whether the HDCP is encrypted or not. Return to Video menu by touching the touch panel (please stay at least 5 seconds).
Chapter 11 of 18

HDCP Test

PT-TOOL-500 as HDCP Receiver

PT-TOOL-500 as HDCP Transmitter

When PT-TOOL-500 set as receiver, it can verify HDCP of video player or other DUT (Device Under Test). PT-TOOL-500 provides three options (HDCP 1.4 / HDCP 2.2 / no HDCP) for users to select and confirm the HDCP authentication of DUT.
When PT-TOOL-500 set as transmitter, it can transmit HDCP encrypted video. PT-TOOL-500 also provides three modes (HDCP 1.4 / HDCP 2.2 / no HDCP) for you to select. If user wants to transmit HDCP encrypted video again, please select the Auto-Restart button.

Procedure for Testing HDCP

  • Make the connection between the PT-TOOL-500 HDMI output port and the display.
  • Select HDCP Test from the Sink Test Menu.
  • Touch Enable HDCP 1.4 or Enable HDCP 2.2 button.
Chapter 12 of 18

EDID Analysis

PT-TOOL-500 offers the most convenient way for user to analyze the EDID. You can verify, view and learn the EDID of an HDMI HDTV or other devices.

Procedure of EDID Analyze

  • Make sure the connections between the PT-TOOL-500 HDMI output port and the device.
  • Select EDID Analyze from the Sink Test Menu.
  • Touch the Read button to get the EDID information of DUT.

Procedure of learning EDID from RX

  • Make sure the connections between the PT-TOOL-500 HDMI output port and the device.
  • Select EDID Analyze from the Sink Test Menu.
  • Touch the Learn from RX button to learn the EDID. The EDID will be saved in the PT-TOOL-500 input port.
Chapter 13 of 18

LOOP Test

PT-TOOL-500 offers the unique estimator for evaluating the quality of cables or DUT. Users can simply connect the cable or DUT to PT-TOOL-500 to form a loop, the monitor will examine the HDMI bitstream pixel by pixel. The measurement statistics will be displayed on screen and offer useful information for building up robust A/V system.
Procedure of Loop Test: only support 1080p@60, 4K2K 30Hz and 4K2K 60Hz resolution

  1. Make sure the connection between the PT-TOOL-500 and the DUT or cables.
  2. Select Loop Test from the Loop Test Menu.
  3. Set the test time and touch the START button. The PT-TOOL-500 will capture the signal from its transmitter through the loop and evaluate the transmission quality.
  4. The user interface of PT-TOOL-500 will be locked until testing terminated. Unless user wants to break off the test.

Judgement criteria:

Test ResultDefinition
PassThe value of Bit Error Rate is less than 1
FailThe Bit Error Rate is more than 1

Caution: Plugging HDMI cable will influence the testing result, so please settle down the connection before starting running test.

Chapter 14 of 18

Ethernet Control (Tcp/Ip)

COMMANDACTIONRAMARK
0x4d 0x53 0x5 0x0 0x0 0x5 0x1ResSet output resolution Hexadecimal
0x4d 0x53 0x5 0x0 0x0 0x5 0x2Get output resolution
0x4d 0x53 0x5 0x0 0x0 0x5 0x3ModeSet output mode
0x4d 0x53 0x5 0x0 0x0 0x5 0x4Get output mode
0x4d 0x53 0x5 0x0 0x0 0x5 0x5DepthSet output color depth
0x4d 0x53 0x5 0x0 0x0 0x5 0x6Get output color depth
0x4d 0x53 0x5 0x0 0x0 0x5 0x7PatternSet default pattern Hexadecimal
0x4d 0x53 0x5 0x0 0x0 0x5 0x8PatternSet user pattern Hexadecimal
0x4d 0x53 0x5 0x0 0x0 0x5 0x9MuteSet audio mute
0x4d 0x53 0x5 0x0 0x0 0x5 0xaGet audio mute status
0x4d 0x53 0x5 0x0 0x0 0x5 0xbLengthSet audio length
0x4d 0x53 0x5 0x0 0x0 0x5 0xcGet audio length
0x4d 0x53 0x5 0x0 0x0 0x5 0xdLevelSet audio level
0x4d 0x53 0x5 0x0 0x0 0x5 0xeGet audio level
0x4d 0x53 0x5 0x0 0x0 0x5 0xfRateSet audio sample rate
0x4d 0x53 0x5 0x0 0x0 0x5 0x10Get audio sample rate
0x4d 0x53 0x5 0x0 0x0 0x5 0x11NumberSet audio channel number
0x4d 0x53 0x5 0x0 0x0 0x5 0x12Get audio channel number
0x4d 0x53 0x5 0x0 0x0 0x5 0x13HDCPSet TX HDCP on/off
0x4d 0x53 0x5 0x0 0x0 0x5 0x14Get TX HDCP on/off
0x4d 0x53 0x5 0x0 0x0 0x5 0x15HDCPSet RX HDCP on/off
0x4d 0x53 0x5 0x0 0x0 0x5 0x16Get RX HDCP on/off

PT-TOOL-500 also provides user control through Ethernet. The Ethernet control includes many major functions, it can offer user develop software to do advance setting. (TCP Port: 6133)

Received = ACK + Feedback Date
ACK: 0xaa 0xbb 0xcc
Feedback Date: Data0 Data1 Data2….

Reply Format:

Command Set:

Note: Bold word part please refer to corresponding table

Mode

IndexResolution
0x0720x480i@60
0x1720x576i@50
0x2720x480p@60
0x3720x576p@50
0x41280x720p@60
0x51280x720p@59.94
0x61280x720p@50
0x71280x720p@30
0x81280x720p@29.97
0x91280x720p@25
0xa1920x1080i@60
0xb1920x1080i@59.94
0xc1920x1080i@50
0xdN/a
0xe1920x1080p@59.94
0xf1920x1080p@50
0x101920x1080p@30
0x111920x1080p@29.97
0x121920x1080p@25
0x131920x1080p@24
0x141920x1080p@23.976
0x15640x480p@60
0x16640x480p@75
0x17800x600p@60
0x18800x600p@75
0x191024x768p@60
0x1a1024x768p@75
0x1b1280x1024p@60
0x1c1280x1024p@75
0x1d1360x768p@60
0x1e1366x768p@60
0x1f1400x1050p@60
0x201600x1200p@60
0x211440x900p@60
0x221440x900p@75
0x231680x1050p@60
0x241680x1050pRB
0x251920x1080pRB
0x261920x1200pRB
0x273840x2160p@60
0x283840x2160p@59.94
0x293840x2160p@50
0x2a3840x2160p@30
0x2b3840x2160p@29.97
0x2c3840x2160p@25
0x2d3840x2160p@24
0x2e3840x2160p@23.976
0x2f1920x1080p@60
0x304096x2160p@60
0x314096x2160p@59.94
0x324096x2160p@50
0x334096x2160p@30
0x344096x2160p@29.97
0x354096x2160p@25
0x364096x2160p@24
0x374096x2160p@23.976
IndexMode
0x0DVI
0x1RGB
0x2YCbCr444
0x3YCbCr422
0x4YCbCr420

Depth

IndexDepth
0x08 Bit
0x110 Bit
0x212 Bit
0x316 Bit

Default Pattern

IndexDefault Pattern
0x0SMPTE BAR
0x1TV Bar 100%
0x2TV Bar 75%
0x3Checkfield
0x4EQ
0x5PLL
0x6Ramp Red H 1
0x7Ramp Green H 1
0x8Ramp Blue H 1
0x9Ramp Red H 2
0xaRamp Green H 2
0xbRamp Blue H 2
0xcRamp Black to Red V
0xdRamp Green V 1
0xeRamp Blue V 1
0xfRamp Red V 2
0x10Ramp Green V 2
0x11Ramp Blue V 2
0x12Stair Red 1
0x13Stair Red 2
0x14Stair Green 1
0x15Stair Green 2
0x16Stair Blue 1
0x17Stair Blue 2
0x18Stair White 1
0x19Stair White 2
0x1aRed 100
0x1bGreen 100
0x1cBlue 100
0x1dWhite 100
0x1eGray 70
0x1fGray 40
0x20Black
0x21Noise
0x22Circle 1
0x23Circle 2
0x24Moire
0x25V Stripe Red
0x26V Stripe Green
0x27V Stripe Blue
0x28H Stripe Red
0x29H Stripe Green
0x2aH Stripe Blue
0x2bChess 1
0x2cChess 2
0x2dMulti Burst
0x2eCZP
0x2fOverscan
IndexDefault Pattern
0x0Philips
0x1Checker 3x3
0x2Checker 6x6-1
0x3Checker 6x6-2
0x4White 75
0x5White 50
0x6White 25
0x7Ramp W-1
0x8Ramp W-2
0x9Ramp W-3
0xaRamp W-4
0xbGraybar32 R-1
0xcGraybar32 G-1
0xdGraybar32 B-1
0xeGraybar32 W-1
0xfGraybar32 R-2
0x10Graybar32 G-2
0x11Graybar32 B-2
0x12Graybar32 W-2
0x13Graybar64 R-1
0x14Graybar64 G-1
0x15Graybar64 B-1
0x16Graybar64 W-1
0x17Graybar64 R-2
0x18Graybar64 G-2
0x19Graybar64 B-2
0x1aGraybar64 W-2
0x1bUser Add..
0x1cUser Add..
0x1d….

User Pattern

Mute

IndexMute
0x0OFF
0x1ON

Length

IndexLength
0x024 bits
0x120 bits
0x216 bits

Level

IndexLevel
0x0Level 0
0x1Level 1
0x2Level 2
0x3Level 3
0x4Level 4
0x5Level 5
0x6Level 6
0x7Level 7

Rate

IndexRate
0x048 KHz
0x196 KHz
0x2192 KHz
0x332 KHz
0x444.1 KHz

Number

IndexNumber
0x02 Ch
0x12.1 Ch
0x25.1 Ch
0x36.1 Ch
0x47.1 Ch

TX HDCP

IndexTX HDCP
0x0off
0x1HDCP 1.4
0x2HDCP 2.2 Type0
0x3HDCP 2.2 Type 1

RX HDCP

IndexRX HDCP
0x0off
0x1HDCP 1.4
0x2HDCP 2.2
0x3HDCP 1.4 & HDCP 2.2
Index0x00x10x20x30x4
Rate48 KHz96 KHz192 KHz32 KHz44.1 KHz
Index0x00x10x20x30x4
Number2 Ch2.1 Ch5.1 Ch6.1 Ch7.1 Ch
Index0x00x10x20x3
TX HDCPoffHDCP 1.4HDCP 2.2 Type0HDCP 2.2 Type 1
Index0x00x10x20x3
RX HDCPoffHDCP 1.4HDCP 2.2HDCP 1.4 & HDCP 2.2

Rate

Number

TX HDCP

RX HDCP

Chapter 15 of 18

Upgrade PT-TOOL-500

User can upgrade the firmware and pattern on the PT-TOOL-500 through the USB interface. If user encounters a problem with the upgrade, please contact the supplier of PT-TOOL-500.
Procedure of Firmware Upgrade:
Before updating the firmware of PT-TOOL-500, please ensure the file of new firmware files are in the root directory of USB Flash Drive. The file suffix is .dat.

  1. Make sure the gui.dat and sysyem.dat files are in the root directory of USB.
  2. Connect the USB Flash Drive on PT-TOOL-500 USB interface.
  3. Select Firmware button from the System Menu and choose the GUI button.
  4. Touch the Update button to do firmware update. The process of firmware update will take about 3~5 seconds. While updating, please do not remove the USB Flash Drive.
  5. After completing the firmware update, please reboot the PT-TOOL-500.
  6. Select Firmware from the system Menu and choose the System button.
  1. Touch the Update button to do firmware update. The process of firmware update will take about 3~5 seconds. While updating, please do not remove the USB Flash Drive.
  2. After completing the firmware update, please reboot the PT-TOOL-500.

System

  1. Make sure the arm.dat file is in the root directory of USB.
  2. Connect the USB Flash Drive on PT-TOOL-500 USB interface.
  3. Select Firmware from the System Menu and choose the ARM button.
  4. Touch the Update button to do firmware update. The process of firmware update will take about 5~10 seconds. While updating, please do not remove the USB Flash Drive.
  5. Make sure the fpga.dat file is in the root directory of USB.
  6. Connect the USB Flash Drive on PT-TOOL-500 USB interface.
  7. Select Firmware from the System Menu and choose the FPGA button.
  8. Touch the Update button to do firmware update. The process of firmware update will take about 5~10 seconds. While updating, please do not remove the USB Flash Drive

ARM

FPGA

  1. Create a folder (folder name is usr_pic) on USB Flash Drive.
  2. Ensure the file of pattern which user desire to update on the PT-TOOL-500 is in the usr_pic directory of USB Flash Drive. The file suffix is .jpg.
  3. Before updating the user defined pattern, please confirm the capacity of the PT-TOOL-500.
  4. Select Firmware from the System Menu and choose the Pattern button.
  5. Touch the Update button to upgrade the user defined pattern. The process running time will depend on the file size, please wait patiently.

Pattern

Chapter 16 of 18

EYE Pattern

Summary of Results

The device had been approved and supported by high performance oscilloscope (MSOX92004A) to make sure quality. The test result of this device (with Simplo battery) is shown as below:
*This result is representative of the PT-TOOL-500. Each PT-TOOL-500’s performance is closed to these results but not exactly the same.

Clock Jitter and eye pattern

Chapter 17 of 18

Warranty

Limited Warranty

The SELLER warrants the PT-TOOL-500 HDMI 2.0 LCD Test Pattern Monitor to be free from defects in the material and workmanship for 1 year from the date of purchase from the SELLER or an authorized dealer. Should this product fail to be in good working order within 1 year warranty period, The SELLER, at its option, repair or replace the unit, provided that the unit has not been subjected to accident, disaster, abuse or any unauthorized modifications including static discharge and power surges.

Unit that fails under conditions other than those covered will be repaired at the current price of parts and labor in effect at the time of repair. Such repairs are warranted for 90 days from the day of reshipment to the BUYER. If the unit is delivered by mail, customers agree to insure the unit or assume the risk of loss or damage in transit. Under no circumstances will a unit be accepted without a return authorization number.

The warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied, including without limitations, any other implied warranty or fitness or merchantability for any particular purpose, all of which are expressly disclaimed.

Proof of sale may be required in order to claim warranty. Customers outside Taiwan are responsible for shipping charges to and from the SELLER. Cables are limited to a 30 day warranty and cable must be free from any markings, scratches, and neatly coiled.

The content of this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate. However, The SELLER assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained in this manual. The SELLER will NOT be liable for direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages resulting from any defect or omission in this manual, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. Also, the technical information contained herein regarding the PT-TOOL-500 features and specifications is subject to change without further notice.

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